21 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.
Check out the Marine-Themed Playground at Honeysuckle Park
Head to Honeysuckle Park in Newcastle for a play in a pirate ship! This former industrial maritime land at Honeysuckle is now a harbourfront park with a maritime-themed play area
Take Your Kids to Adamstown Park Playground
Experience the fun at Adamstown Park Playground. There’s a play structure, 2 slides, swings & a scooter track – kids will love it!
Press Play: A Weekend of Family Fun in Speers Point
Press Play is back at the Multi-Arts Pavilion, mima with a weekend of family-friendly fun in Lake Macquarie. A kids disco, workshops and more.
Newcastle Permanent’s Cinema Under the Stars in Lake Macquarie
Newcastle Permanent’s Cinema Under the Stars is back with a screening of The Wild Robot at outdoor cinema in Lake Macquarie in February.
10 Fun Ways to Celebrate Lunar New Year with Kids
In 2026, Tuesday February 17 marks the start of Lunar New Year. Celebrate by attending a Lunar New Year event, eating dumplings, crafting a lantern. Read on for more fun ideas to celebrate Lunar New Year with your family!
Find a Baby Swim School 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.
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!
Australia Day 2026: What’s On In Newcastle, Lake Macquarie & the Hunter
To mark Australia Day 2026, there are family-friendly events happening around Newcastle, Lake Macquarie, Port Stephens and the Hunter.
Enjoy a Weekend of Family Fun at the 2026 Maitland Show
The Maitland Showground will again come alive for three days in February 2026 with a range of activities, attractions, entertainment, competitions, and exhibitions along with an array of rides, amusements and free fun activities.
Play, Picnic & Spot Turtles at Myuna Bay
For a fun family day out, head to Myuna Bay. Spot turtles in the Eraring Outlet, enjoy a picnic at lakeside playground or swim or kayak in shallow waters.
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.
Pirrita Island Boardwalk: Stunning Walk Through the Mangroves in Swansea
Want a short walk packed with nature and with amazing views? Go for a stroll along the boardwalk at Pirrita Island in Swansea.
From Caves Beach to Pinny Beach: A Stunning Coastal Walk
Want a gorgeous & adventurous walk with views and beach stops? Go for a hike from Caves Beach to Pinny Beach via Spoon Rocks. It’s a bit of an adventure with steep terrain in some spots, a staircase and fire trails to follow.