Visit Newcastle Toy Library to Borrow Toys & Games for Your Kids
Borrow toys for your kids at the Newcastle Toy Library, a volunteer run community organisation that promotes play for children aged newborn to eight.
Best Kids TV Shows to Watch as a Family — From Preschoolers to Teens
Not all kids TV shows are created equal. This list covers the best shows for every age group — from gentle preschool picks your toddler will love to shows tweens and teens will actually choose to watch. Includes Australian favourites and international hits, all sorted so you can find the right show for the right age.
Visit Your Local Library for Fun & Educational Baby and Kids Programs
Visit your local library for free programs for families such as Baby Book Time, Storytime and Lego Club as well as the opportunity to borrow books, toys, eMags, Audiobooks and more.
25 Best Educational Websites for Kids
From ABC Kids to Khan Academy, these are the best educational websites for Australian kids from preschool through to high school — vetted, practical and mostly free.
Find a Playgroup in the Newcastle, Lake Macquarie & Hunter Playgroup Guide
Are you new in town, a new parent or just looking for some new friends for your child or yourself? Playgroup is an informal session where mums, dads, grandparents, caregivers, children and babies meet up in a relaxed and friendly environment. Here’s a list of Newcastle playgroups sorted by suburb as well as some special interest playgroups.
Rainy Day Activities for Kids in Newcastle, Lake Macquarie & Hunter
Looking for rainy day activities for kids? From museums and libraries to indoor play centres, movies and bowling, here are plenty of fun ideas around Newcastle and Lake Macquarie.
10 Play-Based Activities for Preschoolers
Here are some play-based activities and ideas that will support your preschooler and prepare them with the skills to be a lifelong learner.
50+ Awesome Experiences Gifts for Families and Kids Instead of More Toys
This year, choose kids gift experiences instead of more toys. Here’s 50+ experiences to suit all ages and budgets.
Starting School: 50 Tips to Prepare You And Your Child
Do you have a child starting school? Here’s some great advice from other parents about uniforms, school lunches, volunteering and the first day of school.
11 Pump Tracks to Get Your Kids’ Adrenaline Racing in Newcastle, Lake Macquarie & Hunter
With new pump tracks popping up everywhere, it can be hard to know where to take the kids. Here’s a handy list of pump tracks in the Newcastle, Lake Macquarie and Hunter region to get you started.
10 Kids Books To Read With Your Child to Prepare Them For Starting School
Starting school is a major milestone for both you and your child. If you’ve got a little one starting Kindergarten soon, here’s a selection of books to help with the transition to “Big School”.
Feeling Lonely? 10 Easy Ways to Make Mum Friends in Newcastle
Feeling lonely? You’re not the only one. Newy with Kids gets loads of emails and messages asking for tips from new mums on how to make friends in Newcastle. It can be a challenge to find new friends when on maternity leave or a stay-at-home mum but here’s eight tips to make mum friends.
How Cute is This Tooth Fairy Kit from Royal Australia Mint?
Did you know that the Royal Australian Mint is the official Australian supplier of coins to the Tooth Fairy? To celebrate this fact, they have a gorgeous … Read Article