100+ Free Things to Do in Sydney with Kids (2026 Guide)
Looking for free things to do in Sydney with kids? Discover 100+ ideas including beaches, playgrounds, festivals, museums and family-friendly events across Sydney.
Cool Off This Summer with $2 Entry at 4 Inland Newcastle Pools
Cheaper pool entry is here for summer. Enjoy $2 entry at selected Newcastle inland pools in Beresfield, Mayfield, Stockton and Wallsend.
A Family Guide to Sustainable Living – Newcastle & Region Ideas
Being environmentally friendly has never been more important, and it is easier than you think to get the whole family on board the planet-saving train. Here’s our top ways in Newcastle & the Hunter to get involved and become a family full of eco-warriors!
Celebrate Halloween at Wallsend Frights Presented by Curious Legends
Join Curious Legends on Saturday 31 October for a frighteningly fun Halloween with Wallsend Frights: A Ghastly Haunting, a free family-friendly event.
Halloween Events 2026 in Newcastle, Lake Macquarie & Hunter
Looking for kid-friendly Halloween events around Newcastle, Lake Macquarie and the Hunter? We’ve scared up the best Halloween fun for families with a massive list of Halloween events!
Halloween Family Fest Comes to Newcastle for the First Time
Halloween Family Fest is coming to Newcastle for the first time! Taking over Griffith Park in Stockton across two weekends this October, the family-friendly festival features trick-or-treating, carnival rides, slime workshops, costume contests, creepy critters, inflatables and outdoor screenings of Ghostbusters.
Best 2026 Halloween Events in Sydney for Kids & Families
Looking for Halloween fun in Sydney? Explore ghost trails, haunted wonderlands, kids’ craft and spooky festivals for the ultimate family Halloween adventure.
20+ Ways to Celebrate Halloween in Australia (Your Ultimate Guide)
Everything you need for Halloween in Australia: events, costumes, movies, books, music and more. Your ultimate family guide to celebrating Halloween.
Solar Neighbourhoods is Back: Solar & Batteries Made Simple for Local Families
Thinking about solar or a battery for your home but put off by the cost or confused by the process? That’s why City of Newcastle, Lake Macquarie City Council and Maitland City Council joined forces to create Solar Neighbourhoods, an award-winning community program designed to make solar and batteries simple and more affordable.
Birdwatching with Kids: Tips, Gear and Best Spots to See Birds
How to get kids into birdwatching, identify common Australian birds, and find the best family-friendly spots
Aussie Bird Count 2026: Dates, How to Join and Family Tips
Looking for a fun nature activity to do with your kids? Sign up for the Aussie Backyard Bird Count running from 19 to 25 October 2026.
Best Family & Group Halloween Costume Ideas (2026)
Stuck for a Halloween costume theme? Here are the best family and group costume ideas for 2026, from trending pop culture picks to easy DIY options.
25+ Best Halloween Books for Kids & Teens
Looking for the best Halloween books for kids? From gentle picture books for littlies to spooky reads for teens, here’s our ultimate family reading list.
50+ Best Halloween Songs for Your Family Playlist
Planning a Halloween party or a spooky car trip? Here’s our list of the best Halloween songs, from kid-friendly classics to eerie hits for older kids and teens.