100 Fun Family Activities to do This Summer in Newcastle & Surrounds
Summer is here and to celebrate, here’s a list of 100 ideas of fun things to do with your...
Read MoreFeb 4, 2020 | Annual Events, Popular, Top Pick
Summer is here and to celebrate, here’s a list of 100 ideas of fun things to do with your...
Read MoreJan 31, 2020 | Newcastle Family Fun
When the mercury soars, here’s some tips on keeping kids cool as well as some places in Newcastle & surrounds to go to beat the heat.
Read MoreJan 1, 2020 | Featured Events
Save the dates. Newcastle Permanent Cinema Under the Stars is back in the Hunter with screenings family favourites at outdoor cinema around Newcastle, Lake Macquarie and Maitland.
Read MoreDec 28, 2019 | Beaches, Ocean Baths & Pools, Featured Article, Popular
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.
Read MoreNov 21, 2019 | Beaches, Ocean Baths & Pools, Featured Article
Have fun and cool off with a swim at Lambton Pool. Your kids will love the aquatic playground and waterslide.
Read MoreSep 30, 2019 | Beaches, Ocean Baths & Pools
Have a splash around Grannies’ Pool It’s a swimming lagoon near Blacksmiths Beach in Lake Macquarie. Facing the Swansea Channel, this shallow tidal pool is perfect for under 5s.
Read MoreJul 7, 2019 | Beaches, Ocean Baths & Pools, Family Day Out
Caves Beach is so named as it’s a network of sea caves located on a beach. A popular spot near Swansea in Lake Macquarie, it’s worth a visit. However, you’ll need to check the tides first as you can only visit the sea caves during low tide.
Read MoreFeb 14, 2019 | Beaches, Ocean Baths & Pools
A favourite with both locals and tourists, Newcastle Beach is Newcastle’s only true city beach and is a great spot to swim, sun-bake and people watch.
Read MoreFeb 12, 2019 | Beaches, Ocean Baths & Pools
A popular beach for swimmers, surfers and snorkellers, this eastern facing beach is formed by the breakwall. Great family beach!
Read MoreFeb 11, 2019 | Beaches, Ocean Baths & Pools
Take your kids for a swim at Blacksmiths Beach. It’s at the southern end of Nine Mile Beach in Lake Macquarie and considered the most family-friendly section of the nine miles.
Read MoreJan 18, 2019 | Beaches, Ocean Baths & Pools
A popular iconic beach spot and the site of an urban myth! For families with little ones, a visit to the Canoe Pool in Newcastle is a must.
Read MoreDec 31, 2018 | Beaches, Ocean Baths & Pools
Go for a swim at The Bogey Hole. This much loved swimming hole below King Edward Park in Newcastle is a great place to cool off and steep yourself in local history.
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