Enjoy a Family Day at the Beach on Stockton Beach
With a playground, amenities, and café nearby, the quiet and spacious Stockton Beach is one of our favourite beaches for a family day out.
Dog-Friendly Beaches in Newcastle, Lake Macquarie & Port Stephens
Want to take your dogs to a beach where they can swim, splash and play with your family? Head to a dog-friendly beach in Newcastle, Lake Macquarie and Port Stephens.
Cool Off This Summer with $2 Entry Trial 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.
Discover Newcastle Beach, a True City Beach
A favourite with both locals and tourists, Newcastle Beach is Newcastle’s only true city beach and is a great spot to swim, sun-bake and people watch.
Enjoy the Pools at Lakeside Leisure Centre Year-Round
Lakeside Leisure Centre, located at Raymond Terrace, is a fantastic aquatic centre to take kids of all ages, especially babies and toddlers.
Discover Beautiful Naru Beach in Lake Macquarie
A hidden gem, Naru Beach is a gorgeous spot. This small beach reserve at Marks Point is located at the end of a dirt road and used to be a well-kept local secret.
Enjoy a Swim & Waterslide at Tomaree Aquatic Centre
Tomaree Aquatic Centre in Port Stephens is a great place to cool off on a hot day. It has a 50m pool, a kids pool, a wading pool plus a large waterslide.
Why the Canoe Pool at Newcastle Beach is Perfect for Families With Little Ones
A popular iconic beach spot and the site of an urban myth! For families with little ones, a visit to the Canoe Pool in Newcastle is a must.
Blacksmiths Beach: Swim at Lake Macquarie’s Family-Friendly Beach
Take your kids for a swim at Blacksmiths Beach. It’s at the southern end of Nine Mile Beach in Lake Macquarie and considered the most family-friendly section of the nine miles.
Visit Moonee Beach near Catherine Hill Bay for a Coastal Paradise
For exquisite coastal views, enchanting rock pools and calm swimming spots, check out Moonee Beach, near Catherine Hill Bay in the Lake Macquarie region.
Exploring the Stockton Bight Sand Dunes
We’re so lucky in Newcastle to be surrounded by natural beauty and right on our doorstep, you’ll find one of the most spectacular natural environments, the Stockton Bight Sand Dunes. It’s a great destination for a family day out.
Cool off With a Swim at Belmont Baths in Lake Macquarie
Go for a dip in the Belmont Baths at Lake Macquarie. The swimming enclosure consists of a shark-netted swimming area and a jetty that’s fun to jump off. There’s plenty of room for everyone including those with inflatables.
Charlestown Swim Centre: Splash & Swim at This Pool!
Charlestown Pool is especially good for those with toddlers and preschoolers. Run by Lake Macquarie City Council, Charlestown Pool has facilities the whole family will enjoy. The swim centre boasts outdoor heated 25m and 50m pools, and a fantastic toddler splash pad for the small folk.
Lambton Pool: Cool Off, Swim & Play
Have fun and cool off with a swim at Lambton Pool. Your kids will love the aquatic playground and waterslide.