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.
50 Fun Activities for Grandparents & Grandkids in Newcastle, Lake Macquarie & the Hunter
Looking for grandparent activities in Newcastle, Lake Macquarie or the Hunter? Find free and low-cost ideas for at-home fun, days out, short walks and fenced playgrounds.
Starting School: Your Complete Guide (Orientation to First Day)
Do you have a child starting school? Here’s some great advice from other parents about uniforms, school lunches, volunteering and the first day of school.
It’s a Super-Charged Weekend at Lake Mac Action Fest
Lake Mac is set for a super-charged weekend afloat and on shore! Lake Mac Action Fest is a high-energy event held from 17-18 October 2026. Showcasing action on both land and water, the festival brings together the excitement of on-water speed competitions, classic cars, live music, and a range of family-friendly entertainment.
What’s On in January 2027 — Newcastle, Lake Macquarie & Hunter Valley
What’s on in January? Here’s the month’s top events in Newcastle, Lake Macquarie & The Hunter specially selected for families.
Indoor Kids Play Centres in Newcastle, Lake Macquarie & The Hunter
Find the best indoor play centres in Newcastle, Lake Macquarie & the Hunter. From soft play and trampoline parks to ninja courses and climbing walls, perfect for rainy days, school holidays and family outings.
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.
100+ Free Things to Do in Sydney with Kids (2026 Guide)
Looking for free things to do in Sydney with kids? Discover 100+ ideas including beaches, playgrounds, festivals, museums and family-friendly events across Sydney.
Cool Off This Summer with $2 Entry at 4 Inland Newcastle Pools
Cheaper pool entry is here for summer. Enjoy $2 entry at selected Newcastle inland pools in Beresfield, Mayfield, Stockton and Wallsend.
A Family Guide to Sustainable Living – Newcastle & Region Ideas
Being environmentally friendly has never been more important, and it is easier than you think to get the whole family on board the planet-saving train. Here’s our top ways in Newcastle & the Hunter to get involved and become a family full of eco-warriors!
Where to Go Kayaking & Stand up Paddle Boarding in Newcastle, Lake Macquarie & Hunter
Get out and enjoy the water around the region in a kayak or on a stand up paddle board. Here list of places where you can go for a paddle with your family around the region.
Celebrate Halloween at Wallsend Frights Presented by Curious Legends
Join Curious Legends on Saturday 31 October for a frighteningly fun Halloween with Wallsend Frights: A Ghastly Haunting, a free family-friendly event.
Solar Neighbourhoods is Back: Solar & Batteries Made Simple for Local Families
Thinking about solar or a battery for your home but put off by the cost or confused by the process? That’s why City of Newcastle, Lake Macquarie City Council and Maitland City Council joined forces to create Solar Neighbourhoods, an award-winning community program designed to make solar and batteries simple and more affordable.
Explore Swansea with a Newy with Kids Scavenger Hunt!
Get out and explore Swansea! Newy with Kids has teamed up to develop a fun scavenger hunt for kids, around Swansea