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.
Lake Mac Adventures for Kids: A Book for Young Readers
Get inspired for your next Lake Mac adventure with a new book that local families will love. Lake Macquarie Adventures for Kids, launched last week by Lake Macquarie City Council’s Lifelong Learning team.
Find Fresh & Unique Goods at the Glendale Farmers and Artisans Market
Calling all food lovers! Head to the Glendale Farmers and Artisans Market located at Stockland Glendale. It’s on every Saturday.
Enjoy a Family Walk Up Munibung Hill
If you’re looking for a panoramic view of the north end of Lake Macquarie and surrounding suburbs, then the challenge of a family walk up Munibung Hill may be something for you and your kids.
Explore Swansea with a Newy with Kids Scavenger Hunt!
Get out and explore Swansea! Newy with Kids has teamed up to develop a fun scavenger hunt for kids, around Swansea
Kids’ Birthday Parties on a Budget: Low-Cost Venues in Newcastle & Lake Mac + Money-Saving Party Ideas
It’s easy to get carried away and spend a lot of money on throwing your child a birthday party. However, you can still have a fun and memorable kids party on a budget. Here are our best tips to help you save money on a kids birthday party.
Experience Free Global Dance, Art, Food & Language Workshops in October Brilliant Together
October Brilliant Together: Experience the power of dance, art, food, and language and celebrate diversity in a new program by Lake Macquarie City Council.
Discover a Place to Flourish at St Nicholas Early Education
Are you looking for an exceptional early childhood education centre in the Newcastle and Hunter Region? Look no further than St Nicholas Early Education.
Lake Mac Libraries – More to Borrow, More to Discover
There are lots of exciting things happening at Lake Mac Libraries so drop into a branch or book into a library session with your kids.
Head to Karakai Park in Murrays Beach for a Fun Playground, Hit Wall & Basketball Court
Visit Karakai Park / Murrays Beach Park in Lake Macquarie. Your kids enjoy the natural-themed playground, hit wall & basketball court.
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.
Explore Gap Creek Falls Walking Track in the Watagans
Explore the Watagans, a beautiful wilderness spot only an hour from Newcastle. Here you’ll enjoy hiking tracks, camping and adventure.
Discover Nature, Culture & History on the Belmont Lagoon Walk
Nature, culture, history. Belmont Lagoon Walk in Lake Macquarie has it all. This flat 4.3km walk is a great family walk.