Christmas
The Ultimate Guide to Christmas in the Hills 2018!
Get the most out of the festive events planned by the Hills community in 2018! Read more
Lah-Lah’s Christmas Spectacular is coming to Castle Hill this December!
Celebrate Christmas with live music, singing and dancing with Lah-Lah and the band! Santa will even stop by! Castle Hill RSL, 19 December. Read more
WIN a Christmas experience with Santa at North Rocks Shopping Centre
We've partnered with North Rocks Shopping Centre to give 5 lucky families a Christmas experience they won't forget! Read more
Don’t miss Light Up Windsor
Get into the Christmas spirit on Friday 7 Dec at Light Up Windsor, a free community event with roving entertainment, special guests (including Santa!), market stalls & performances! Read more
Christmas at Seven Hills Plaza
Christmas kicks off at Seven Hills Plaza on Saturday 1 December with Santa's arrival parade. Then have your photo taken with the big man right through to Christmas Eve. Read more
Christmas at North Rocks Shopping Centre
Arrival parades, breakfast with Santa, Christmas trading hours and more! Everything you need to know about Christmas at NoRo! Read more
Lighting of the Tree Ceremony at Rouse Hill Town Centre
Enjoy a night of carols, fireworks and a special Christmas Show featuring the Grinch - 22 November! Read more
Celebrate Christmas Day at the Novotel Sydney Parramatta
Let the Novotel Sydney Parramatta look after your entire family on Christmas Day with their all-inclusive buffet lunch! Kids under 4 eat free, parking is complimentary and Santa is visiting! Read more
Make: Christmas kiwi tree
This recipe brings a little joy and goodness to the Christmas table. It's quick, easy, full of fruity goodness and looks super festive. Or simply make it with the kids as a holiday activity! Read more
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The Hills Sydney: Things to do this weekend
Here's what's on in and around the Hills this weekend, 17-18 November. Read more
5 reasons to choose a villa for your next family holiday
Renting a home away from home for a holiday is easier than ever now with the option of villas. Here are 5 reasons a villa may be the perfect option for your family. Read more
Our bathroom renovation
Check out our new ensuite! Read more
Is Family Day Care an option for your child?
Putting your child into care for the first time is a big deal for any parent. An option you may have considered is Family Day Care, but you might not know the ins and outs. Here's a rundown on the benefits and what's involved. Read more
Things to do this November: The Hills Sydney
Here's what's on this month in and around the Hills. Read more
Things to do in the Hills to escape the heat
Here are some ideas to get you out and about when a hot day hits, while still staying cool! Read more
Choosing school shoes for your child
Buying school shoes is a complicated and sometimes stressful exercise. We're lucky we have a highly skilled Hills District Mum who can answer the common questions about purchasing that all important new pair of school shoes. Read more
Balaka Falls | Hunts Creek Reserve | Carlingford
Hidden in the middle of the suburbs, this is a great bush walk for your 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
Don’t miss
Win the entire Perfectly Balanced range for your family!
Perfectly Balanced is an all-new range of burgers, bangers, skewers and meatballs featuring a nutritious blend of meat and veggies. It’s the perfect way to hide veggies from fussy kids. And you could win the entire Perfectly Balanced range to test out! Read more
Huge games, toys and puzzles sale!
Get organised for Christmas at the Crown & Andrews huge games, toys and puzzles sale on Saturday 23 - Sunday 24 November! Read more
Turn back time and renew you with the Australian Beauty Clinic
Relax your frown lines or plump those lips for less with the Australian Beauty Clinic in Stockland Baulkham Hills. Read more
Get ready for summer with OPSM Winston Hills!
For a limited time only get 50% off prescription sun lenses at OPSM Winston Hills.* See in store for the new Spring/Summer fashion range including Prada, Versace and Tiffany&Co. Read more
Have you visited Boulevard de la Patisserie?
Boulevard de la Patisserie is a French artisan bakery in Dural. They make and bake throughout the day and all ingredients are premium and locally sourced. If you have a party or function coming up, particularly leading into the festive season, it's the perfect option! Read more
Tickets on sale now!
Celebrate the Silly Season with Hills District Mums on Wednesday 21 November! Read more
Maven Dental Castle Hill
SPECIAL OFFER: NO GAP* exam, clean & x-rays for both adults and kids! Read more
OZ Design Furniture Clearance
SPECIAL OFFER: Free delivery within Sydney metro area when you spend $1000. Read more
Grace Village Early Learning
SPECIAL OFFER: Grace Village is offering all HDM families who enrol at the centre free access to Third Space, their dedicated, purpose-built space that provides coffee, laundry services, pre-ordered gourmet meals, working spaces with Wi-Fi and yoga so you can focus on the more important things in life. Read more
HDM Party Guide | Spring 2018/Summer 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
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 Hills Sydney: Best playgrounds for under 5s
Here are our favourite playgrounds for toddlers and little ones that have suitable play equipment for this age group. 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
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
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
New dining options at Castle Towers!
Hooray! There are over 10 great new dining and entertainment venues that have recently opened at Castle Towers and they're well worth trying. Here's the low down. Read more
HDM visits Longshot cafe Beecroft
It's always nerve-wracking when a favourite cafe changes hands. We checked out Longshot cafe in Beecroft recently and were thrilled to see all is humming along and delicious to boot, perfect for lunch with a friend or a weekend brunch! 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
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's our updated list with a couple of great new local options. Read more
Best cafes in the Hills: 2018 edition
We're really proud of the burgeoning cafe scene in the Hills! Here's our 2018 list of local venues that are consistently good. Enjoy. Read more
Is your child ready to start school?
‘School readiness’ seems to be a bit of a minefield and for some parents it can be overwhelming. Here are some things to consider. Read more
5 minutes with … local artist Belinda Nadwie
Belinda Nadwie is a talented local artist and mum of three gorgeous kids. Belinda talks to us about her creativity, passions and process. 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
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
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
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
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
