Try Orienteering with Your Family
Do your kids want to try orienteering? Newcastle Orienteering Club is offering free Mini courses for juniors, families and novices Wednesday afternoons.
Learn About Local Marine Life at the Port Stephens Marine Creatures: Great and Small Exhibit
Explore the magic of Port Stephens’ marine life this June! Port Stephens Marine Creatures: Great and Small is a free, family-friendly exhibit features 2D and 3D models, a VR experience, interactive quiz, and more. Perfect for kids of all ages.
150+ Kids Activities For Family Fun at Home
Looking for things to do with your children? Here are some ideas for fun family activities you can do at home with your kids.
Free Family Scavenger Hunts in Newcastle, Lake Macquarie and Port Stephens
Download free self-guided scavenger hunts for kids across Newcastle, Lake Macquarie & Port Stephens. Perfect for school holidays, weekends & free family days out
Rainy Day Activities for Kids to Do at Home
Stuck inside? Here are 25+ rainy day activities to keep kids entertained at home — from movies and board games to craft, science experiments and more.
Fruit Picking in NSW: Where to Go With Kids
Pick your own fruit fresh from the farm — here’s our complete guide to the best fruit picking farms in NSW for families, with what’s in season, prices and everything you need to know before you go.
Escape Rooms in Newcastle and the Hunter Valley for Families
Looking for an escape room in Newcastle or the Hunter Valley? Here’s your guide to the best family-friendly escape room experiences in the region.
30+ Indoor Places to Visit with Kids in Newcastle, Lake Macquarie & Hunter
Looking for indoor activities for kids in Newcastle, Lake Macquarie & Hunter? Discover 30+ places including play centres, museums, trampolines, cinemas and free indoor fun.
Hunter Valley Martial Arts Centre: Building Confidence, Discipline & Strength for Kids and Adults
If you’re looking for an activity that helps kids build confidence, resilience and focus while also keeping them active, martial arts with Hunter Valley Martial Arts Centre is a fantastic option.
Best Things to Do with a Baby in Newcastle, Lake Macquarie & Hunter
Looking for things to do with a baby in Newcastle, Lake Macquarie or the Hunter? Discover baby-friendly cafes, pram walks, playgroups, swim classes and easy outings for new parents.
How to Enjoy a Family Day Out on Public Transport in Newcastle, Lake Macquarie & Hunter
We’ve rounded up the best family-friendly trips by train, ferry and bus from Newcastle, Lake Macquarie and the Hunter, including easy adventures to the Central Coast, Sydney and the Blue Mountains.
Explore Rathmines with a Newy with Kids Scavenger Hunt!
Check out our latest Newy with Kids scavenger hunt! We teamed up with Lake Macquarie City Council to develop a fun scavenger hunt in Rathmines, our second in Lake Macquarie.
75 Things for Teenagers to Do in Newcastle, Lake Macquarie & the Hunter
Looking for things for teens to do in Newcastle, Lake Macquarie and the Hunter? From outdoor adventures and sports to creative activities, hangout spots and free ideas, this guide shares 75 fun activities teenagers will love.
125 Free Kids Activities (Fun Things to Do With Kids at Home & Outdoors)
Looking for free things to do with kids? Discover 125 fun and creative activities for kids at home, in the backyard and around your community. Perfect for weekends, rainy days and family time without spending money.