Enjoy Baked Goods and a Play at Hogue Park
Want a playground near a bakery? Check out Hogue Park in Maryville, perfect for toddlers and preschoolers.
Walk Across Stockton Bridge in Newcastle’s Own Bridge Climb
How many times have you crossed Stockton Bridge by car? You can walk across Stockton Bridge and experience for yourself Newcastle’s own “Bridge Climb”
10 Top Vegetables to Grow in Your Garden to Save Money on Your Grocery Bills
Save money on your grocery bill and start growing food. Here in Australia, we are blessed with a great climate for growing herbs and vegetables.
Play Disc Golf with Frisbees at Styles Park in Rathmines
Ever played disc golf? It’s like golf only using a frisbee and it’s available at Styles Point Reserve in Rathmines
Exercising on a Budget? Try These Tips to Save Money on Fitness
Ditch that expensive gym membership or personal trainer and work out for less. You’ll save loads of money while still getting your cardio or zen on.
See the Aussie Big 5 at WILD LIFE Sydney Zoo
If you’re in Sydney CBD and feel like an animal fix, head to WILD LIFE Sydney Zoo at Darling Habour. In the heart of the city, you can see the Aussie Big 5 – koala, kangaroo, crocodile, wombat and platypus as well as many other iconic creatures.
Get Moving on Redhead Pump Track in Lake Macquarie
Head to Redhead Pump Track in Lake Macquarie. The track is designed for beginners to expert riders, and is suitable for bikes, skateboards and scooters.
Bike or Walk Along The Wallsend to Glendale Tramway Track
A former steam tram route, the Tramway Track is now a 3.9 kilometre off-road cycle / pedestrian track which connects Wallsend to Glendale.
Explore Wangi Point at Lake Macquarie
Pristine bushland, beautiful water views and history. Wangi Point at Wangi Wangi in western Lake Macquarie has it all.
Explore Throsby Creek Walking Loop Through Carrington & Maryville
Enjoy a walk around Throsby Creek through Carrington Mangrove Boardwalk and include a play at the Drop in the Ocean playground in Maryville.
Apply for Your 2025 NSW Active and Creative Kids Voucher
Eligible parents, guardians and carers of school-aged children can apply for the 2 x $50 NSW Active and Creative Kids voucher. However, the program will now be means-tested.
Discover History and Views Along Stockton Shipwreck Walk
For reminders of Newcastle’s maritime history, take your kids for a walk along the Shipwreck Walk in Stockton. It combines history with scenic views.
Apply for Your 2025 Creative Kids Voucher
Changes to Creative Kids Voucher! This NSW program for school-aged kids to use 2 x $50 vouchers for creative activities. However, the program will now be means-tested.
Enjoy the Pools at Lakeside Leisure Centre Year-Round
Lakeside Leisure Centre, located at Raymond Terrace, is a fantastic aquatic centre to take kids of all ages, especially babies and toddlers.