Where to See Jacarandas in Newcastle, Lake Macquarie & Hunter
Discover the best places to see jacarandas in bloom across Newcastle, Lake Macquarie and the Hunter. Find purple streets, family photo spots and more!
50+ Best Halloween Songs for Your Family Playlist
Planning a Halloween party or a spooky car trip? Here’s our list of the best Halloween songs, from kid-friendly classics to eerie hits for older kids and teens.
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.
35 Best Halloween Movies for Kids & Families (2026)
Looking for the best Halloween movies for kids? From gentle picks for littlies to teen favourites, here’s our ultimate family Halloween movie guide for 2026.
25+ Best Halloween Books for Kids & Teens
Looking for the best Halloween books for kids? From gentle picture books for littlies to spooky reads for teens, here’s our ultimate family reading list.
Best Family & Group Halloween Costume Ideas (2026)
Stuck for a Halloween costume theme? Here are the best family and group costume ideas for 2026, from trending pop culture picks to easy DIY options.
20+ Ways to Celebrate Halloween in Australia (Your Ultimate Guide)
Everything you need for Halloween in Australia: events, costumes, movies, books, music and more. Your ultimate family guide to celebrating Halloween.
Book Your Christmas Photos at Tocal Homestead or a Winter Wonderland in Catherine Hill Bay
Natural Lights Photography offers two options for unique Christmas photos: Santa in the Park sessions at Tocal Homestead and Christmas winter wonderland sessions at Catherine Hill Bay in Lake Macquarie.
What’s On in September 2026 – Newcastle, Lake Macquarie & Hunter Valley
Spring is here, and September brings some of the best events of the year. Discover September 2026 events, family activities, festivals and things to do in Newcastle, Lake Macquarie & the Hunter.
24 Best School Fundraising Ideas to Raise Money
If your school, preschool or child care centre is looking to raise money, here is a big list of fundraising ideas.
Unplug and Explore: Visit the Hunter Wetlands Centre at Shortland for Outdoor Family Fun
Get back to nature at Hunter Wetlands Centre in Shortland. Enjoy walks, orienteering, dipnetting and more. It’s also a great place for a family bike ride!
Newcastle Museum: What To Know For a Fun Family Day Out
For a fun free family day out, visit Newcastle Museum in Honeysuckle. There’s loads to keep kids of all ages occupied including the popular BHP Steelmaking show.
Scenic World Blue Mountains: A Great Family Day Out in Katoomba
Skyway, Railway, Walkway and Cableway, here’s what a family visit to Scenic World in Katoomba is really like, plus current prices, parking and tips for kids.
Illuminate Raymond Terrace: A Glowing Celebration for the Whole Family
Get ready for a night of glowing lights, live entertainment and family fun! Illuminate Raymond Terrace is back on Saturday 19 September 2026!