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10 Tips to Finding Child Care in Newcastle, Lake Macquarie & the Hunter

Need childcare in Newcastle, Lake Macquarie and the Hunter? Here’s some advice on how to find and choose an early childhood service in the region.

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Best Free Zoom Virtual Backgrounds (including Disney, Star Wars, Marvel & GoT)

Customise your Zoom background. Here are the best free Zoom virtual backgrounds to download from TV shows, movies & travel like Star Wars, Disney, Pixar, Game of Thrones & The Simpsons.

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Celebrate Australia’s Diversity With ‘I’m Australian Too’

Share the message of diversity and tolerance with this picture book by much-loved Australian author Mem Fox. I’m Australian Too celebrates multicultural Australia and its rich diversity of citizens.

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Blue Mountains With Kids: Best Things to Do on a Family Getaway + Our Top Tips

Located two hours west of Sydney, the Blue Mountains in New South Wales is a fabulous destination for a family holiday with plenty of fun activities for both parents and kids!

The 9 Myths of Family Camping and Why You Should Try Camping With Your Kids

In this guest post, Sam Doove busts the myths of family camping and encourages others to get out and try camping with their kids in the Newcastle region.

Donate or Borrow a Book From a Street Library in Newcastle, Lake Macquarie & Hunter

Want to borrow or donate a book and get to know your neighbours? Get involved with a Street Library movement in the Newcastle and Hunter region.

School Guide for Newcastle, Lake Macquarie & Hunter

Find a School: Public & Private Schools in Newcastle, Lake Macquarie & Hunter

Choose the best public or private school for your children in Newcastle, Lake Macquarie, Port Stephens and Hunter region.

Swim at Historic Newcastle Ocean Baths

With its Art Deco facade, Newcastle Ocean Baths is an iconic swimming spot with lifeguard services provided 7 days a week all year round. Newcastle … Read Article

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Yell Out an Answer in the Smart Ass Board Game

Think you’re a Smart Ass? Play the Smart Ass board game and really prove to your family and friends that you really are.

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Best Picnic Spots in Newcastle, Lake Macquarie & the Hunter

Get outdoors and enjoy a picnic with family or friends! Here’s our list the best picnic spots in the Newcastle, Lake Macquarie & Hunter Valley area.

50+ Kids Books from Local Authors & Illustrators in Newcastle, Lake Macquarie & Hunter Region

Kids books are a popular choice for presents. This year, support local and buy a book from a local author or illustrator. The Newcastle, Lake Macquarie and Hunter region is full of talented individuals who have written or illustrated a wonderful selection of children’s books suitable for all ages.

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.

Find Child Care: 100+ Centres for Child Care in Newcastle, Lake Macquarie & the Hunter

Need childcare? Check out the Newy with Kids child care guide conveniently listed by suburb. Whether it’s long day care for a baby, preschool or early learning centres for toddlers or preschoolers, there’s a centre for your child.

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Best Spots to Picnic With Friends & Family in the Lake Macquarie Area

Enjoy a picnic in Lake Macquarie! We’ve put together a guide to the best Lake Macquarie picnic spots including those with barbecues, playgrounds and amenities.

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