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.
When is the International Space Station Visible Over Newcastle & the Hunter Region?
If you see what looks like a very bright star in the sky over the Newcastle & Hunter region, it could be the International Space Station. Here’s how to spot it.
Learn About Science at the 2025 Hunter Science Festival at Newcastle Museum
The Hunter Science Festival is back for 2025 at Newcastle Museum. This hugely popular day is filled with FREE science fun and hands-on experiences for kids of all ages!
National Science Week 2025: What’s On in Newcastle, Lake Macquarie & Hunter
National Science Week is Australia’s annual celebration of science and technology. Here are local events in Newcastle, Lake Macquarie and Hunter for National Science Week.
Search for Tree Stump Fossils at Swansea Headland Petrified Forest
For something a bit different, take your kids to Swansea Headland and search for fossils. Here, you’ll find remnants of a petrified forest. It’s believed that there was a volcano 250 million years ago off Swansea coast.
Love LEGO? Here’s Fun Family Activities & Events in Newcastle, Lake Macquarie & the Hunter
If your family loves LEGO®, there’s lots of fun activities and event in Newcastle, Lake Macquarie & the Hunter to enjoy including LEGO Club at a local library, LEGO workshops or LEGO books.