Dog-Friendly Walks in Newcastle, Lake Macquarie & Hunter
Take your dog and kids on an adventure and try a walk you haven’t done before. We’ve put together a collection of our favourite dog-friendly walks in Newcastle, Lake Macquarie & Hunter Valley.
Best Beaches in Sydney for Kids (2026): Ocean Beaches, Harbour Coves, Pools & River Swims
Sydney has more than 100 beaches, but not all are suited to kids. This guide covers the best family beaches in Sydney — harbour beaches, ocean pools, tidal baths and swim spots.
Blackbutt Reserve Newcastle | Animals, Playgrounds & Picnics
Blackbutt Reserve in New Lambton is one of Newcastle’s best free family days out. Here’s everything you need to know — animals, feeding times, playgrounds, café and how to get there.
Best Lake Macquarie Walks To Do With Kids – 21 Walks to Explore
Lake Macquarie has beautiful walks for families at every level — from flat foreshore paths with lake views to proper bush adventures. Here are 21 of our favourites.
Best Walks in Newcastle with Kids — 20 Walks to Try
From the iconic Bathers Way to bush tracks in Glenrock, here are 20 of the best walks in Newcastle to do with kids — covering all ages, abilities and pram requirements.
Best Family Walks in Newcastle, Lake Macquarie & Hunter
Get outside and explore with your kids. This is your guide to the best family walks across Newcastle, Lake Macquarie and the Hunter – from flat pram-friendly paths to adventurous bush trails.
Best Cessnock Walks To Do With Kids
Cessnock and Hunter Valley have some outstanding family walking — from the magical moss wall at Boarding House Dam to Aboriginal engravings in Yengo National Park. Here’s what to explore.
Best Maitland Walks To Do With Kids
Maitland has some lovely family walks — easy riverside strolls, heritage park loops and kangaroo-spotting trails. Here are our picks for walks in and around Maitland with kids.
Tackle the Jumps & Bumps at Tenambit BMX Track
Have you got a BMX bike rider who loves jumps and bumps and all the dips? Head out to Tenambit BMX Track near East Maitland, for a turn on the track.
100+ Best Kids Movies to Watch With Your Family (Updated 2026)
Looking for the best kids movies to watch as a family? We’ve sorted 100+ films by age group — from gentle picks for littlies to films tweens and teens will actually enjoy. From Australian classics to the latest releases, find your next family movie night film right here.
Mother’s Day Craft Ideas Kids Can Make at Home
Let the kids have fun creating homemade Mother’s Day gifts using things you’ll find at home to make something special for mum or grandma.
What Mums Really Want for Mother’s Day 2026
We asked real mums what they actually want for Mother’s Day — the answers are funny, honest and occasionally surprising. Some don’t cost a thing
The Best Easter Events in Sydney for Kids & Families (2026 Guide)
It’s an egg-stravaganza! Check out all the fun Easter events in Sydney for families & kids including Easter Egg Hunts, Easter shows and Easter High Teas!
What’s On in April 2026 — Newcastle, Lake Macquarie & Hunter Valley
Looking for what’s on around Newcastle this weekend? Discover April 2026 events, family activities, festivals and things to do in Lake Macquarie & the Hunter.