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Bring your Frisbees to Jesmond Park to play Disc Golf

Ever played disc golf? It’s like golf only using a frisbee and it’s available at Jesmond Park.

Neegulbah Park in Macquarie Hills: Climb Away at This Shady 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.

What’s On for Mother’s Day 2026 in Newcastle, Lake Macquarie & Hunter

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.

What’s On in May 2026 — Newcastle, Lake Macquarie & Hunter Valley

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.

Family Emergency Kit: How to Be Prepared for Natural Disasters

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.

Search for Tree Stump Fossils at Swansea Headland Petrified Forest

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.

Playgrounds with Nearby Pubs in Newcastle, Lake Macquarie & Hunter

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.

Get Your Kids Painting a Portrait or Landscape for the Young Dobell Competition!

In celebration of the Lake Macquarie Dobell Festival, Lake Macquarie City Council is inviting budding artists to participate in the Young Dobell competition.

Fenced & Fun: Fern Bay Reserve Playground

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.

‘Anzac Ted’ Book Review

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

Smith Park Playground in Hamilton North: Great Park for Kids Who Like To Climb

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