Get together with other readers across Australia for the 2026 National Simultaneous Storytime. It will feature the book Luna Roo the Kangaroo Baller written by Adam Jackson and Adrian Lloyd and illustrated by Jake A Minton.
Ever played disc golf? It’s like golf only using a frisbee and it’s available at Jesmond Park.
Head for a play at Neegulbah Park in Macquarie Hills. This playground is packed with climbing equipment, two slides and swings and surrounded by trees.
Looking for what to do this Mother’s Day in Newcastle, Lake Macquarie & Hunter? Discover family-friendly events, easy ideas, free activities and ways to celebrate with kids.
Looking for what’s on around Newcastle this weekend? Discover May 2026 events, family activities, festivals and things to do in Newcastle, Lake Macquarie & the Hunter.
Is your family prepared for the unexpected such as a bushfire, flooding or East Coast Low? Here are tips on how you can prepare including creating a Family Emergency Kit.
For something a bit different, take your kids to Swansea Headland and search for fossils. Here, you’ll find remnants of a petrified forest. It’s believed that there was a volcano 250 million years ago off Swansea coast.
Craving some good old-fashioned pub grub? Head to a local pub or club for lunch or dinner. Here’s our list of local pubs and clubs that have playgrounds nearby.
In celebration of the Lake Macquarie Dobell Festival, Lake Macquarie City Council is inviting budding artists to participate in the Young Dobell competition.
Fully-fenced with shade cloth, the Fern Bay playground is great for kids of all ages. It includes swings, rope bridge climbing equipment and basketball / handball court.
There’s no doubt that war and conflict can be hard concepts for children to understand. Anzac Ted helps to explain the Anzac legacy to the … Read Article
Check out Smith Park Playground in Hamilton North. It’s fantastic for adventurous kids – basically a Ninja Warrior kids playground. It’s a newer playground having … Read Article
Commemorate Anzac Day 2026. Here’s a guide to Anzac Day services around the Newcastle, Lake Macquarie & Hunter region.
Heading to Disney On Ice this year? Here are practical tips for parents including how to save money on tickets, food and merchandise.