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Things to do in the Hills this weekend
Here are some ideas to get you and your family out this weekend! Read more
Bake: choc-beet cake with chocolate drizzle
Sweet baking with added vegetables is becoming a popular trend. Pairing the bitter sweet taste of chocolate and the earthy taste of beetroot is an ideal match. Enjoy! Read more
Electrical safety 101: kid-proofing your home against nasty shocks
One of our local Hills electricians provides some great suggestions and simple solutions to keep your kids safe around electricity in your home. Read more
Things to do in the Hills this October
There's lot on in and around the Hills! Read more
Cod’s Gift opens in time for summer
The second instalment from the team at Wolfe & Co. is now open. It's great to welcome a restaurant and bar like this in the area and we're picturing a summer of cocktails and seafood ahead for Hills locals. Enjoy! Read more
Term 4 2017 Activities and Classes Guide
Get some fresh ideas for activities and classes for your child. Plus there are some special offers just for HDMs! Read more
Don’t miss
10/10 for Featherdale until the end of October!
Take advantage of 10 special deals at Featherdale this month! Read more
Party Box Australia
Everything you need for your next party, delivered right to your door!
Special offer: 10% off for HDMs! Read more
North West Health Medical Centre in Rouse Hill now open til late, 7 days a week
At North West Health Medical Centre, all children under the age of 16, pensioners, Health Care Card Holders and DVA Card Holders will be Bulk Billed. Read more
Register for the kids bullying defence workshop
Does your child know how to stand up against bullying? Do you know how to help your child if they are being bullied? If you answered no to these questions then join Emerald Dragon Martial Arts for this two hour workshop with your child. Read more
WIN 1 of 10 $150 skincare packs from Blessed by Nature
Suitable for all skin types and with all products under $20, Blessed by Nature's newest Australian made natural and organic skincare range is safe for the whole family. Test it out by winning one of these fabulous packs! Read more
Learn to read in 4 weeks for FREE!
Take advantage of a FREE 4 week trial of Reading Eggs, the multi award winning online reading program for kids, Read more
Be You, Be Well – Healthy Living Festival at Rouse Hill Town Centre
With health and wellbeing retailers, interactive classes, and inspiring talks from a range of experts, join Rouse Hill Town Centre for this two day festival, 21-22 Oct. Read more
Featherdale Wildlife Park
Special offer: adults at kids prices, Monday - Friday! Read more
Book a stall at the Kellyville My Kids Market NSW on Sunday 12 November
Hosting a Pre Loved stall at the Market is a fun way to recycle your kid’s quality pre loved clothes, toys, shoes, books and large nursery items by passing them onto local families while making some quick cash at the same time! Read more
Celebrate Christmas Day at the Novotel Parramatta
Let Novotel Parramatta do all the preparation, cooking and clean-up for you with their all-inclusive elaborate Christmas Day buffet lunch! Read more
Are you eligible for a mammogram?
The BreastScreen van will be at North Rocks Shopping Centre until 19 October and if you're 40 years and over you can have a free mammogram - it takes just 15 minutes. Read more
Free electrical safety audit of your home from Scott Electrics
Scott Electrics has recently expanded their operations to include the Hills District and they'd love to meet lots of Hills District Mums! So they have a very special limited time offer just for HDMs - a free electrical safety audit of your home. Read more
Join The High Tea Party at The Hilton in Sydney!
Enjoy a day of high tea, mini manicures, sparkling wine, fashion and shopping on 4 and 5 November! Read more
ALDI MiniRoos Kick-Off launches in the Hills!
Hills Football, Hills Knights and Glenhaven FC are excited to launch 3 new Summer MiniRoos Kick Off Programs! Join in this fun, safe weekly sport taught in a friendly environment for children aged 3 to 7! Read more
Join Emerald Dragon Martial Arts for a women’s personal protection workshop
Develop the skills and knowledge to defend yourself in a threatening situation in this two hour workshop on Friday 20 October, 7.30pm. Read more
One of our favourite places: Fagan Park
Fagan Park is a truly beautiful park and one of our favourite places to visit with our kids. Read more
HDM Party Guide – Spring 2017/Summer 2018
Here's our Party Guide for Spring 2017/Summer 2018. It's a great starting point full of local businesses offering fun venues, entertainment and supplies to help you organise the party of the year! Read more
Parks in the Hills with bike and scooter paths
Throwing a scooter or bike in the boot can make a trip to the park that little bit more exciting. Here are spots in and around the Hills where you can ride. Read more
Things to do as a family
Weekends are precious for many families and sometimes it's nice to go out and do something all together rather than get bogged down in chores and jobs around the house. Here are some ideas for spending quality time as a family. Read more
Fenced playgrounds in the Hills and further afield
Fully fenced parks, playgrounds and other play areas sometimes provide parents with a bit more comfort, particularly if you have a runner! Read more
5 fun and fabulous parks in the Hills
Here are our favourite parks in the Hills – hopefully there’s one or two you haven’t tried out yet. Read more
Places to grab a great coffee in the Hills: 2017 edition
Here's our latest list, perfect for sleep deprived mums and dads throughout the Hills! Read more
Places in the Hills to head for a grown up drink
Here are the venues in the Hills where you can enjoy a civilised kid-free drink on a night out. Read more
Dinner inspo: chicken saltimbocca with lemon pan sauce
Here's a great weeknight meal idea – even the fussy eaters will like it! Read more
Kids dinner ideas – when you can’t be bothered to cook
Easy dinner ideas when you have limited time and limited desire to cook for your kids! Read more
Great cafes in the Hills
We're proud to say the Hills is filled with some great cafes! Here's our list of places to check out. Read more
21 pubs and restaurants with a playground in or near the Hills
A playground or play area in a pub or restaurant means that mum and dad can usually enjoy a meal and drink in relative peace. Here's a list of some local venues with this perk! Read more
Breast cancer: it can happen to anyone
Two inspiring Hills District Mums share their breast cancer journeys and remind us how important regularly checking your breasts is. Read more
Overcoming 5 common sleep issues in little ones
Here are five helpful tips which can rapidly improve your little one’s sleep habits. Read more
One Hills District Mum tells: my breast reduction journey
We catch up with one of our mums to hear about her life-changing decision. Read more
After hours chemists in and around the Hills
It's the middle of the night and you would do anything to make your little one better. Here's a list of late night chemists in and around the Hills. Read more
Five ways to increase your child’s resilience
We often read about building resilience in our children. But what is it and how can we teach our children this important life skill? Here are five parenting tips. Read more
How to get your child to do what you ask, the first time you ask
Sounds simple in theory, but it can be really challenging. Here are some practical tips from our resident psychologist. Read more
5 minutes with……..Hills District Mum Lee du Plooy
Lee was 29 when she was diagnosed as having Asperger's Syndrome. Find out more about Lee here. Read more
Lunch box tips, tricks and inspiration
Do you need some new ideas for a year's worth of lunches? We'll help you get started! Read more
Practical styling tips for your child’s room, by Penny from In My Hood
One of our favourite super-talented local mums gives us her tips to styling your kid's room and it's not as hard as you think! Read more
YouTube and kids: are they really watching people open eggs and toys?
We try to understand this bizarre phenomenon! Read more
Navigating the legal minefield when your relationship ends
When a relationship ends, the legal side of things can often be confusing and overwhelming. Forming a relationship with your lawyer to assist you during this time is important. Our resident family law expert explains more. Read more
Start your child care search with Starting Blocks
When it comes to child care, every parent wants to know their child will be safe, happy and given opportunities to learn and grow. But finding the right child care can be difficult. Starting Blocks, a government website, can assist. Read more
