Lake Macquarie Archives

Best Picnic Spots in Lake Macquarie LGA to Meet Up With Friends

As of September 13, if you’re fully vaccinated, outdoor gatherings of up to 5 people are permitted. Here’s a list of best picnic spots in Newcastle LGA to meet up at.

15 of Newcastle Region’s Best Beaches & Ocean Baths for Kids by LGA

Newcastle is blessed with beautiful, clean and family-friendly beaches. But which ones suit babies & toddlers or older kids? Here’s info on the best beaches for kids in Newcastle, Lake Macquarie & Port Stephens.

Where to Bike in Lake Macquarie: 10 Cycle Paths & Trails to Enjoy With Your Family

We’ve put together a collection of our favourite family bike rides and mountain bike trails in Lake Macquarie to suit a variety of ages and abilities.

Boost Your Happiness & Wellbeing with Let’s Lift Lake Mac

In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, Lake Macquarie City Council and Avondale University have partnered to bring the Let’s Lift Lake Mac project to residents to help boost happiness and wellbeing.

Register Now for You’re Kidding Me Online Parenting Workshops Presented by Lake Macquarie City Council

Starting in September, the You’re Kidding Me program will deliver a series of online workshops for Lake Macquarie parents and children to come together to reconnect, learn and be supported across a range of topics relevant to families raising children.

The Best 20 Lake Macquarie LGA Walks To Do With Kids

Experience the beautiful scenery in Lake Macquarie and go for a walk with your kids. We’ve put together a collection of our favourite family walks in Lake Macquarie.

Where to Use Your Discover NSW Voucher Before They Expire

Wondering where to use your Discover NSW voucher? There are plenty of fun family activities to use your $25 Discover NSW voucher in Newcastle, Lake Macquarie & Hunter.

Have Some Epic Fun at Lake Macquarie Variety Playground at Speers Point Park with Your Kids

How amazing is the massive Speers Point Variety Park? This 2-hectare fully fenced park is packed with fun play equipment for kids of all ages.

Best Picnic Spots in Newcastle, Lake Macquarie & the Hunter

Get out of the house! Here are our picks for the best picnic spots in the Newcastle, Lake Macquarie & Hunter Valley area.

Whale Watching in Newcastle: Best Places to Go

It’s whale watching season & here are the best places in Newcastle, Lake Macquarie & Port Stephens to spot humpbacks whales in their annual migration.

Boat-ique Float Your Boat on Lake Macquarie Rescheduled for Saturday!

Watch a small flotilla of boats pass by for Boat-ique Float Your Boat will parade along the eastern side of the lake this Saturday 26 June.

Whitebridge Park Just Got Better!

Harold Wesley Knight Park (also known as Whitebridge Park) is a beautiful fully-fenced suburban park with a kids playground and lots of green space.

Enjoy a Beach-Theme Playground at Webb Park

A beach themed playground near the beach? Gotta love Webb Park at Redhead Beach in Lake Macquarie. Kids will love the large wave climbing structure and the flying fox flanked by surfboards.