Best Date Ideas in Newcastle, Lake Macquarie & the Hunter
Need some fresh date night inspiration? Here’s fun and romantic date night ideas around Newcastle. Much more than just dinner and a movie!
Get Away to Jimmys Beach in Hawks Nest
Nestled into a protected bay at the southern end of Hawks Nest at Port Stephens, Jimmys Beach is a little slice of paradise. It’s the perfect location for families planning a day trip or weekend away.
Vivid Sydney 2026 with Kids: Best Lights, Family Areas & Tips
Vivid Sydney is back in 2026! This festival of light, music, food & ideas is a much-loved attraction for families. Here’s our best tips for a great night out with kids
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”
Harvest Festival: A Weekend of Fun at Local Farms in the Central Coast Hinterland
Take a glimpse behind the farm gate and explore rural farming communities at Harvest Festival in the Central Coast hinterland.
Visit Caves Beach But Check the Tides First Before You Explore Sea Caves
Caves Beach is so named as it’s a network of sea caves located on a beach. A popular spot near Swansea in Lake Macquarie, it’s worth a visit. However, you’ll need to check the tides first as you can only visit the sea caves during low tide.
Discover a Place to Flourish at St Nicholas Early Education
Are you looking for an exceptional early childhood education centre in the Newcastle and Hunter Region? Look no further than St Nicholas Early Education.
You’re Kidding Me, the Largest Child & Family Expo in the Hunter Returns
Discover a variety of programs, resources and services that parents and families can access at You’re Kidding Me Expo, the Hunter’s biggest children and family expo.
Best Winter Camping Spots Near Newcastle, Lake Macquarie & the Hunter
Looking for the best winter camping spots near Newcastle? Here are the best family-friendly campgrounds within 3 hours — with campfires, hot showers and year-round appeal.
MAP mima Lake Macquarie: A Creative Playground for Kids & Families
If you’re looking for something a little different to do with the kids, MAP mima (Multi-Arts Pavilion Lake Macquarie, mima) is a place where creativity, play and imagination take centre stage.
Take Your Kids and Dogs to Raworth Park
If you want a place to take both your kids and dogs, visit Raworth Park near East Maitland. It has a playground and off-leash dog area.
Stop for a Play at Attunga Park in Charlestown
For a small playground, Attunga Park in Charlestown has lots of fun play equipment like a climbing wall, flying fox, slides and swings.
Head to Merriwa for Festival of the Fleeces
Head to Merriwa on the June long weekend to experience the 2026 Festival of the Fleeces. The festival honours the great wool tradition of the region and, on the Saturday, is headed-up by the famous Running of the Sheep in their red socks.
Play Disc Golf with Frisbees at Armstrong Park in Lambton
Ever played disc golf? It’s like golf only using a frisbee and there’s now a 6 hole course at Armstrong Park in Lambton that’s great for kids.