Whether you want a farm stay for your family or for a group, here are some farm stays near Newcastle and Hunter Valley to enjoy with kids. Our guide covers family friendly farm stays across the Hunter, Port Stephens, Central Coast, Blue Mountains and North Coast, with prices, addresses and what to expect.
Civic Theatre Newcastle and Red Line Productions are delighted to present The Bugalugs Bum Thief, a musical adaptation of Tim Winton’s award-winning children’s book of the same name.
Enjoy a family day out exploring the charming riverfront town of Morpeth. Enjoy history, shops & the nature of Morpeth Common.
Don’t feel like cooking but want to save on going out with your family? Here’s a list of where kids can eat free (or cheap) in Newcastle, Lake Macquarie and the Hunter region all week long!
Head to Seal Rocks for a back to basics family getaway. Walk to Sugarloaf Point Lighthouse, find the best beaches for kids, and see where to stay and eat.
Planning a family camping trip? Our ultimate guide to family camping includes family-friendly camping spots close to Newcastle, our best tips and more to help you plan the perfect weekend getaway!
For families with little ones, a visit to the Canoe Pool is a must on a warm day. This shallow bathing spot next to Newcastle Ocean Baths is a wonderful place to splash around with babies, toddlers and preschoolers, without the depth or waves of the main beach.
Finding the right child care in Newcastle, Lake Macquarie, Maitland or the Hunter Valley? Browse our suburb-by-suburb guide to 100+ long day care centres, preschools and early learning centres across the region.
Some events are about more than a fun morning out. The Move for MADA Family Fun Run is one of them. Now in its third year, this Maitland community event brings families together to raise funds and awareness for children and young people affected by domestic and family violence.
If you have a sweet tooth, mark your calendar for the Festival of Sweets & Treats. It’s on Sunday, 11 October, from 9am to 3pm at The Station Newcastle.
Mayfield Day includes an amazing display of food trucks, kids workshops, interactive entertainment, live music, market stalls and local business pop ups on Saturday 18 October from 10am until 3pm.
Get on your bike. Here’s some of the best kid-friendly cycle tracks around Newcastle, Lake Macquarie and Hunter.
Where in the world can you find a wobbly swing bridge and an old Weet-Bix factory? You might be surprised to learn that you can see both at Cooranbong in western Lake Macquarie while walking along the banks of peaceful Dora Creek.
Walk the Awabakal Nature Reserve from Dudley to Redhead. Trail tips, distance, parking, the hidden lagoon and best lookouts for Newcastle families.