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5 minutes with … local artist Belinda Nadwie
Belinda Nadwie is a talented local artist and mum of three gorgeous kids. And she's just had one of her artworks chosen on The Block! Belinda talks to us about her creativity, passions and process. Read more
Pubs, clubs and restaurants with a playground in or near the Hills
A playground or play area in a pub, club 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
Things to do this August: The Hills Sydney
Here's a long list of what's on in and around the Hills in August! Read more
Putting yourself out there … and finding your perfect mum husband!
Finding friends when you're older and a mum can be challenging. Read more
Taming your toddler at bed time
Are you pulling your hair out at bed time and through the night with your toddler? Here are some issues that local child sleep consultant Chantal Cohen frequently see families with toddlers facing and some quick tips to help them go to sleep and stay there all night. Read more
Centennial Parklands | The Ian Potter Children’s WILD PLAY Garden
This one is definitely not in the Hills District. In fact, it's a bit of a trek to Sydney's eastern suburbs. But it IS pretty special and makes for a lovely family day trip. The garden is shutting for all of August for maintenance and replanting so plan a visit for Spring time! Read more
Getting the most mileage from your kid’s school shoes
School shoes are expensive, so it's worth taking care of them to get the most wear you can out of a pair. Read more
HDM checks out the new menu at Castle Hill RSL
Castle Hill RSL has relaunched their menus, introducing fresh, vibrant and healthy options alongside revamped classics and club favourites. We checked it out recently. Read more
Term 3 2019 HDM Activities and Classes Guide – up to 2.5 years
Here are 10 classes or activities suitable for babies up to children aged 2.5 years. Read more
Don’t miss
Play World Australia is back in Sydney next school holidays!
Play World is a huge kids event created for kids by kids! It's a high energy, engaging, interactive and most importantly, fun experience unlike anything the kids of Australia have ever seen before. On over two days next school holidays at the ICC Darling Harbour. Read more
Join the Kindalin family in 2020 and experience the difference in your child’s preschool learning journey
Kindalin has proudly served the Hills District community for over 30 years. Come and experience the difference the Exclusive Preschool Programs, dedicated professional staff and quality environments can have on your child’s learning journey. Read more
Don’t miss this year’s Hills Schools Expo
A fantastic opportunity for parents to meet with representatives from many of Australia’s leading Independent Schools, all under one roof at Castle Hill Showground on Saturday 7 and Sunday 8 September. Read more
Learn to read in 4 weeks for free with ABC Reading Eggs!
Try the multi-award winning online reading program for ages 2–13. Based on scientific research, your child's reading ability will improve in just weeks. Read more
Introducing My Studio Girl Glitterati Pillows!
Add some sparkle to your style with U. Games Australia’s sew-your-own Glitterati Pillows! Read more
Every day is an adventure at Playdays West Pennant Hills!
If you're looking for childcare, consider Playdays Preschool & Long Day Care Centre which is rated 'exceeding' in the National Quality Standard. With a range of exciting, resource-rich environments children are encouraged to explore and learn. Book a tour today. Read more
Celebrate Father’s Day with DadShop and free shipping!
Make Father's Day shopping a breeze with 850+ Father’s Day gifts from DadShop that have been handpicked to suit Dads of all kinds. And HDMs receive free shipping on orders over $50! Read more
Celebrate Father’s Day at Castle Hill RSL!
Castle Hill RSL has you covered for Father's Day, with a breakfast buffet starting from 7.30am! There are dining options to suit all, including The Smokehouse, the brand new authentic wood-fired bbq launching on 16 August - perfect for dads! Read more
Register for Football Development Australia’s Summer soccer training program
Whether your child is looking to improve their skills, take their game to the next level or earn a place on their club or school team, the official FDA Summer soccer training program will help your child reach their potential and achieve their goals! Read more
Free trial lesson with Sigma Education!
Sigma Education offers private in-home tutoring for K - 10 in maths, English, science and NAPLAN. They're giving away 20 free trial lessons with their tutors! Read more
Celebrate 50 years of the Orange Blossom Festival with light, sound & food!
The Hills Shire Council’s Orange Blossom Festival – Lights, Beats and Eats returns this September with a brand new look, feel and location! On 14 September from 4pm - 9pm Castle Hill Showground will ignite in colour, light and sound! Read more
Wiggles and Giggles Dural is now open!
Wiggles and Giggles Dural opened in July 2019 and provides children with a place to grow, learn and play and families with the peace of mind that their children are receiving the best early education. Read more
Train adventures: Sydney Metro Northwest
With the arrival of the Sydney Metro Northwest line, Hills families are now able to explore by train! If you're keen to test out the new trains, here are some ideas for adventures right by the stations serviced by the new line that little ones will enjoy. Read more
Parks and coffee – a mum’s perfect combination
Here are a few suggestions of parks in the Hills and surrounds where you can get a great coffee within walking distance, meaning it's one stop only with the kids. Read more
Questacon | A Canberra must do
Questacon, the National Science & Techology centre, is top of the list when visiting Canberra! Here's why. Read more
HDM Party Guide | Autumn/Winter 2019
Here's our Party Guide for the upcoming party season! There's something for every child, with a huge range of local businesses offering fun venues, entertainment and supplies to help you organise the party of the year! Read more
Toot toot! HDM visits Galston Valley Railway
There's a piece of history right on our doorstep that's great fun for little ones and makes for a lovely family outing! 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. And the lower playground has recently been refurbished! Read more
The Burrow, Cherrybrook
The Burrow is a welcoming family run cafe in Cherrybrook that's serving up some delicious dishes! We visited recently. Read more
Best cafes in the Hills: 2019 edition
We're really proud of the burgeoning cafe scene in the Hills! Here's our 2019 list of local venues that are consistently good. Enjoy. Read more
Delicious breakfast spots for 2018: The Hills Sydney
They say breakfast is the most important meal of the day and it's often the easiest to eat out with kids. Here's a list of places in the Hills and surrounds to road test for eggs, pancakes and more. Read more
Cafes with play areas: The Hills, Sydney
Cafes with play areas on site or nearby come in very handy when you're wanting to finish a coffee and a conversation in relative peace! Here are some local options. Read more
Family dinner: Spanish-style baked chicken and chorizo
A one pot wonder perfect for these winter nights. 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
Lunchbox hacks and hints
The school year is long and there are a lot of lunchboxes to fill. Do you needs some tips and ideas? Read more
What is family mediation?
Separating from a spouse or partner can be extremely difficult and it's common to disagree on important aspects such as care of children and division of property and other assets. This is where mediation can be beneficial. But what does it involve and where do you start? 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
Property, superannuation and divorce
Separating is such an emotional and confusing time so it's good to know the basics about how assets like property and superannuation are handled during the process. Read more
Every mum’s most feared four letter word
It’s the four letter word that strikes fear into even the most seasoned of school mums. In fact, there are two four letter words so take your pick! Read more
Finding the will
As parents, the importance of having a Will in place can't be ignored. But what's involved and what do you need to consider? Here's some great information to get you started. Read more
10 things that happen to children when they sleep with their mouth open
Mouth breathing in children is a lot more serious than we used to think. Local GP Dr Suzan Bekir explains some of the associated risks. Read more
The parents’ guide to childhood injuries – scratches, scrapes, sprains & more
The big question that parents ask when their child has an injury or a possible broken bone is “Do I need to go to a hospital Emergency Department?" It's good to know what other options exist to avoid possible long wait times and expense. 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
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
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
Helping your child through anxiety – 5 parenting traps to avoid
Research tells us that different types of anxiety tend to start at different ages and that based on current figures, 1 in 7 children will grow up to have an anxiety disorder. What are the warning signs and how can you help your child overcome anxiety? Read more
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