Best Winter Family Day Outs in Newcastle, Lake Macquarie and the Hunter
Winter is no reason to stay home. Here are 12 tried-and-tested family day outs across Newcastle, Lake Macquarie and the Hunter — most of them free.
Playgrounds with Nearby Pubs in Newcastle, Lake Macquarie & Hunter
Craving some good old-fashioned pub grub? Head to a local pub or club for lunch or dinner. Here’s our list of local pubs and clubs that have playgrounds nearby.
Lambton Park is Getting An Upgrade
Lambton Park is a firm favourite with local families. It offers a range of play equipment suitable for a variety of age groups from toddlers to school-aged kids.
Your Family, Your Say: The Future of Sport & Recreation in Newcastle
City of Newcastle (CN) is updating its Strategic Sports Plan and wants to hear from you! Your feedback will help shape how CN improves and invests in sport and recreation facilities across Newcastle. This isn’t just about organised sport – it’s about all the ways you enjoy our sports facilities.
Best Playgrounds in Newcastle for Kids and Families
Newcastle has some fantastic playgrounds — here’s our guide to the best parks across the city, from Adamstown to Wallsend and everywhere in between, with local tips on what to expect at each one.
Blackbutt Reserve Newcastle | Animals, Playgrounds & Picnics
Blackbutt Reserve in New Lambton is one of Newcastle’s best free family days out. Here’s everything you need to know — animals, feeding times, playgrounds, café and how to get there.
Best Walks in Newcastle with Kids — 20 Walks to Try
From the iconic Bathers Way to bush tracks in Glenrock, here are 20 of the best walks in Newcastle to do with kids — covering all ages, abilities and pram requirements.
Explore Newcastle’s Coast with CoastXP
Want to explore the coast of Newcastle? Jump on board CoastXP, an adventure boat tour. It combines sightseeing with local history & marine life.
Discover Stockton Foreshore On a Family Bike Ride
Explore Stockton on a family bike ride. This 7km flat and easy bike path stretches from Stockton Bridge around the peninsula to the breakwall.
Fenced Playgrounds in Newcastle, Lake Macquarie & Hunter
Here’s our big list of playgrounds in Newcastle, Lake Macquarie & the Hunter which are fenced, perfect if you have a new walker (or runner!) in your family. We’ve included a list of fully-fenced and partially-fenced playgrounds.
Model Newcastle: Local History in a Miniature World at Newcastle Museum – Extended Until 19 April
The current exhibition Model Newcastle: Big stories, little things is on now at Newcastle Museum. It’s local history on a teeny-tiny scale!
Jurassic Island Escape Room: Test Your Skills & Dino Knowledge
Do you know a Brontosaurus from a Brachiosaurus? Or a Diplodocus from a Dilophosaurus? If your family loves dinosaurs and hands-on adventures, Jurassic Island at … Read Article
Dangar Park Playground in Mayfield: Fun Neighbourhood Playground
Drop in for a play at Dangar Park in Mayfield. It’s a small but fun neighbourhood park next to Mayfield Pool.
Gross Street Reserve Playground: A Hidden Gem in Tighes Hill
Visit Gross Street Reserve Playground, a playground in a peaceful bush reserve setting in Tighes Hill. There’s shaded picnic tables and lots of play equipment to suit all ages plus kids will love exploring the nearby Tighes Hill Community Garden.