School holidays
Summer holidays: boredom buster list
Here's a long list of things to do to keep everyone entertained and cool these Summer school holidays! Read more
Day trip to Yarramundi
We're so lucky to have a gorgeous spot like Yarramundi not far from the Hills. It's a popular spot recommended by lots of Hills District Mums as a great spot for a family day out. And we totally agree! Read more
Sydney swimming spots
Sydney is full of beautiful spots to swim and they're not all surf beaches by the coast. Here's a list of some of our favourites, perfect for a day trip over summer! Read more
The Hills Sydney: 2018/2019 Summer School Holiday Guide
A camp, class or workshop is a great way to keep kids entertained during school holidays. Here are some great options in and around the Hills. Book soon so you don't miss a spot! Read more
Free school holiday fun at North Rocks Shopping Centre
Make a koala biscuit or get crafty for back to school! Read more
Castle Towers: botanical buddies lab
The Botanical Buddies lab allows children a space to play, feel, touch, smell and to admire nature. Journey through the lab to create your own personalised plant to take home and grow! Read more
School holidays at Rouse Hill Town Centre
There's lots of fun to be had at Rouse Hill Town Centre, including Shimmer & Shine workshops, a Nickelodeon craft zone, carnival on the green, cookie decorating and music workshops! Read more
School holidays: Stanhope Village
Enjoy two weeks of crafty holiday activities at Stanhope Village in the Summer Zone, starting 15 January! Read more
Summer holidays at Rouse Hill House & Farm
There's so much on offer at Rouse Hill House & Farm these summer holidays! Read more
How Cities Work at Museum of Sydney
Looking for a day out in the city? Head to the Museum of Sydney and experience the new family exhibition How Cities Work. Read more
School holidays: Seven Hills Plaza
Hold live sea creatures, meet Captain Barnacles, enjoy sand art fun and more these holidays! Read more
Water slides in Sydney
If water slides are your thing, here's a list of where to find them in Sydney. You'll need to travel but it makes for a fun day out! Read more
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Carp fish out at Lake Woodcroft
Do you like fishing? If the answer is yes, then you don't want to miss out on the Lake Woodcroft Carp Fish-Out. Read more
Term 1 2019 Hills District Mums Activities and Classes Guide
Are you looking for a class or activity for your child? Here are some ideas if your child is over 2.5 years old, plus some special offers just for Hills District Mums. Read more
Term 1 2019 HDM Activities and Classes Guide – up to 2.5 years
Here are 9 classes or activities suitable for babies up to children aged 2.5 years. Read more
The HDM back-to-school check list
Here’s our check list in the lead up to the start of the school year. Take a squizz and see if you’re prepared or what you need to start getting organised. 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
Blacktown City Council announces playgrounds set for upgrades
A number of playgrounds throughout Quakers Hill, Seven Hills and Riverstone are set to receive makeovers in coming months. Read more
Things to do this January: The Hills Sydney
It's 2019! Here's what's on in and around the Hills this month. 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
Cosmetic surgery: what to consider
Deciding to have cosmetic surgery is a big step. There are many serious considerations as well as implications, so before making any decision you need to arm yourself with the correct knowledge. Here's what to consider. Read more
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The Mighty Mum Movement 28 Day Challenge
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Art ‘N’ Move Hills District now taking enrolments for Term 1
A perfect combination of music, dramatic play, story time, art & craft and interactive play all rolled into a 45 minute class! Read more
Go Vita Bella Vista is now open!
To celebrate the opening, enjoy 20% off storewide on Tuesday 5 February! Plus there will be $5,000 worth of prizes given away, sampling, expert talks and taste testing! Read more
Smash your 2019 fitness goals for free with PLC!
In the lead up to the brand new gym opening in Castle Hill, PLC - Premium Lifestyle Club - wants to give you the chance to smash your 2019 fitness goals FOR FREE! Read more
Springboard to Life’s Adventures with The Little Gym in 2019!
The Little Gym, based in Bella Vista and Dural, is now accepting $100 Active AND Creative Kids vouchers! Read more
Join in the ALDI Miniroos Kick-Off program at Rouse Hill Town Centre!
Hills Football is excited to offer 3-6 year olds a fun, inclusive weekly football program at Rouse Hill Town Centre starting 29 January! 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
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
Wannabees Hornsby
If you have a child that loves imaginary play, then Wannabees is the place for them! It's way more than your average playcentre, it's a child size town with replica shops, amenities and props where kids can role play for hours on end! 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
Box Hill | The Gables | New playgrounds
With 3 new playgrounds opened within the last year and families moving in, The Gables in Box Hill is starting to come to life! The playgrounds are fresh, clean, new and a little different! Here are the details of each playground. 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
Coffee Trad3rs Castle Hill
Good coffee and delicious food make this new cafe a welcome addition to the business area of Castle Hill. Read more
The Bells Road Social | Oatlands
In addition to great food and excellent coffee, The Bells Road Social is located right next door to a brand new playground! Whether you’re with your family, friends or just on your own, this trendy little cafe is a great place to visit. Here's why we love it. 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
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
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
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
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
