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The Hills Sydney: Things to do this weekend
Here's what's on in and around the Hills this weekend! Read more
The Hills Sydney: 2019 Autumn School Holiday Guide
Here's a long list of camps, classes and workshops for all ages and all interests in and around the Hills for the upcoming school holidays! Book soon so you don't miss out on a spot! 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
Things to do on a family trip to Canberra
Canberra makes for a great family mini break! Here are a few awesome ideas to make your next trip to Canberra great. 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
Pick your own fruit Sydney: Autumn
Autumn's a lovely time of year to be outdoors and picking your own fruit is a day out that the whole family can enjoy! Read more
Upcoming school open days & tours
Several schools in the Hills and surrounds are hosting open days and school tours during March. It's a great way to experience a school first hand, hear from the principal, see the grounds and meet current students. Read more
Things to do this March: The Hills Sydney
Here's what's on in and around the Hills this month. 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
Don’t miss
Introducing Bloom Obstetricians: a NSW maternity first
Bloom Obstetricians offers private obstetric care for $990* and is now delivering at Westmead Private Hospital and Norwest Hospital. If you're having a baby, or planning to, this may be a great option for you. Find out more at the upcoming open day on Saturday 30 March at Westmead Private Hospital. Read more
Westmead Private Hospital’s new maternity unit is now open
Westmead Private Hospital has opened their new luxury hotel-style maternity unit. If you're considering delivering there, visit the new maternity unit on one of the upcoming open days - 31 March & 6 April. Read more
Autumn Harvest Festival returns to Rouse Hill House & Farm
On Sunday 24 March, celebrate Autumn with a family friendly day full of demonstrations, tours, activities and delicious stalls! Read more
Start your fertility journey today with Westmead Fertility Centre
Westmead Fertility Centre believes all Australians should have access to high quality fertility care at an affordable price. If you're starting your fertility journey you can attend a free information seminar at the Centre. Read more
Join your local Hills Football team for the 2019 season!
Registrations for the 2019 Winter Football (Soccer) Season are now open and there's a team near you! Read more
5% off with Insight Blinds & Shutters Group
Whether you're building a new home or just want to upgrade, Insight can work out a package to suit your style & budget and they're offering 5% off for all Hills District Mums! Read more
Marchery. March your family to Archery!
Make the most of your weekend with the family and this great Autumn weather and plan a fun outdoor activity at the Archery Centre at Sydney Olympic Park! Read more
Santa Sophia Catholic College Open Days
Santa Sophia Catholic College invites you to their open nights on Wednesday 20 March (Secondary: 4pm-7pm) and Wednesday 27 March (Primary: 4pm-6pm) Read more
CRU® CAMPS – AMAZING SCHOOL HOLIDAY EXPERIENCES!
Give your child a fantastic adventure on a CRU Camp these next school holidays! CRU Camps have 10 awesome camp adventures to choose from, for children in Years K-12. So whether it’s sailing or horse riding, cooking or abseiling, theme park rides or studying, there's a camp your child is sure to enjoy! 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
Things to do on rainy days
Do you and your busy little ones go stir crazy when it rains for a few days? If you still like to get out each day with your little one even when it's raining, here are some ideas for things to do in the Hills and surrounds that won't leave you drenched! 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
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
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 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
Dinner: Slow-cooker mushroom and herb stroganoff
This recipe ticks all the boxes – easy to make, family friendly, creamy and delicious! 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
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
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
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
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