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Commemorate ANZAC Day
If you can't make it to a march or service, there are still lots of ways to commemorate ANZAC Day. Here are some ideas that are particularly suited to kids and families.
Read moreThings to do this April: The Hills Sydney
There's lots on this month in and around the Hills!
Read moreKids’ classes and activities: The Ultimate Guide for kids in the Hills
Are you looking for a class or activity for your child? The Hills District has a tonne of opportunities for your child to learn more about anything they're interested in!
Read moreMarkets in the Hills
Do you like to roam markets on a sunny day? There are numerous markets running in the Hills, several of which have been around for years now! It's a great way to support local producers and small businesses. Here's a list of the regular options.
Read moreOne 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 moreManaging your finances as a single mum
When you’re parenting alone, you’re also a single earner, which can pose some real practical problems when something unexpected occurs. Managing your finances as a single mum can be challenging so the experts at Savvy have outlined some strategies that can help single mums put a little distance between themselves and financial pressure.
Read moreHelp! My 12 month old isn’t walking!
It's completely normal to worry a little if you feel like your baby isn't developing 'normally'. The team at The Hills Physio sees lots of parents who are worried their babies won’t be walking by their first birthday so they've outlined below the expected gross motor skills for 12 months, strategies to encourage your child to walk independently and when and how to seek help.
Read moreAction Kidz at The Centre Dural
Action Kidz at The Centre in Dural is a multi sports class for 2 to 4 year olds. We popped in to see what it involved recently!
Read moreHDM Party Guide | Autumn / Winter 2021
Planning a party can sometimes be stressful! Here's our new Party Guide, full of ideas for venues, entertainment and catering to get your party started!
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Ready to ROCK-ENROL at The Parramatta College?
Are you wanting to learn a new hobby or get back to an old one? Or have you been out of the workforce for a while and need to refresh your computer and business skills? Or maybe you're looking to prepare for when we can travel overseas again by learning a new language? The Parramatta College has over 40 courses on offer starting on Monday 3 May.
Read moreBecome a Little Groover at Base181 Studios!
Little Groovers is a pre and early school program for 3-5 year olds, designed so your child’s own individuality will shine through as they learn how to groove in rhythm and express themselves through movement.
Read moreBuild your dream pool in time for next Summer with Narellan Pools
Narellan Pools Hills District has the skills, knowledge and expertise to transform your home with a beautiful swimming pool and surrounds. And the team has exclusive offers just for Hills District Mums that will help your pool dreams come true!
Read moreWater play parks in and near the Hills District
Keep cool when the temperature rises at one of these water play parks!
Read moreTree Frog Playground | Oxlade Reserve | North Kellyville
This playground opened in late 2017 and is a great play area for toddlers and kids not at school yet – there’s good equipment that’s not too big or high and gives them the opportunity to ‘learn the ropes’.
Read more5 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 moreParks 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 moreKid Friendly Bushwalks in the Hills
Have you been exploring lately? Here are some great walks in and around the Hills.
Read moreOllie Webb Reserve | Parramatta
The Ollie Webb Reserve Playground is Parramatta's first all-inclusive playground and water play park!
Read moreParks 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 moreKids dinner ideas – when you can’t be bothered to cook
With everything on your plate at the moment, there may be days where you just don't have dinner in you! Totally fine - it won't be the end of the world! Here are some easy ideas to get dinner on the table.
Read morePubs, 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 morePutting yourself out there … and finding your perfect mum husband!
Finding friends when you're older and a mum can be challenging.
Read moreWhat 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 moreNavigating 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 moreHDM visits City Cave Bella Vista
This local wellness and floatation centre has taken the Hills by storm! We visited to find out exactly what you can expect and how it works.
Read moreAfter 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 moreOne Hills District Mum tells: my breast reduction journey
We catch up with one of our mums to hear about her life-changing decision.
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