20 Ideas to Celebrate Halloween 2021 in Newcastle, Lake Macquarie & Hunter
Celebrating Halloween during a pandemic? Here are lots of ideas to enjoy a fun and safe 2021 Halloween in Newcastle, Lake Macquarie and Maitland.
How to Virtually Celebrate Your Child’s Birthday in a Lockdown
Had to cancel your kid’s birthday party due to COVID-19 lockdown? Here are our best ideas to celebrate a memorable birthday at home.
Experience Kakadu in the Dry to Dry Exhibition at Lovett Gallery
Check out the latest exhibition at Lovett Gallery at Newcastle City Library. The ‘Dry to Dry: The Seasons of Kakadu’ exhibition is based on the nature story picture.
25 Best Educational Websites for Kids
It can be a challenge to find appropriate online educational resources. Here’s the top 25 educational websites to educate and inspire kids aged 3 to 17. The list includes a mix of Australian & international websites.
Pick Your Own Oranges on the Central Coast
Want a fun day out? Go fruit picking with your family. It’s currently navel orange picking season on the Central Coast, just an hour south of Newcastle.
Visit Coonabarabran & the Warrumbungles for Bush Walks, Stargazing & the Observatory
Visit Coonabarabran for lots of family fun including Siding Springs Observatory, walks in Warrumbungles National Park, Solar System Drive & stargazing.
Find a Baby Swim Schools in the Newcastle Region
Here’s a list of local swim schools in Newcastle, Lake Macquarie and Maitland offering baby swimming lessons or water familiarisation classes.
Up High & Down Low: Experience Scenic World in the Blue Mountains With Your Family
If you’re visiting the Blue Mountains, don’t miss visit Scenic World in Katoomba. This family-friendly attraction is one that both kids and adults will love.
20 Top Anzac Day Books for Children
It can be difficult to explain to children the significance of Anzac Day in an age-appropriate way. However, there are some beautiful picture books and chapter books available which tell the story of Anzac Day, the ANZACS and the Dawn Service.
‘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
Seal Rocks: Lighthouse, Beaches & Nature
Head to Seal Rocks for a back to basics family getaway. Walk up to the lighthouse, explore beaches and go for a hike.
Why You Should Try Geocaching With Your Kids
Got a smartphone? Try geocaching with kids. It involves using your phone and an app to navigate to a set of GPS coordinates to find a geocache hidden at the location.
How to Organise an Easter Egg Hunt at Home
This year, organise your own Easter Egg Hunt for kids in your house or backyard. It’s not that hard and it’s lots of fun.
Enjoy Gorgeous Views Along Green Point Walk in Lake Macquarie
So much to explore at Green Point Foreshore between Belmont and Valentine. Enjoy beautiful Lake Macquarie views on a shared pathway or venture down nature trails.