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Cremorne Point Walk Sydney

Oct 16, 2021

The Cremorne Point Walk is an easy 3km harbour walk is kid friendly, pram friendly and dog friendly with spectacular views across to the Harbour Bridge, Opera House and the city.

Day trips from the Hills

Oct 7, 2021

With our new-found freedom, you may be keen to venture out of the Hills and explore! Here are a few options not too far from the Hills.

Bobbin Head Nature Playground

Sep 29, 2021

While we've all been staying home, the playground at Bobbin Head, Mt Colah (in the Hornsby LGA) has had a much needed facelift and what a beautiful nature playground it is now!

Lisgar Gardens & Florence Cotton Reserve Hornsby | Bush walks for kids

Sep 20, 2021

This is a gorgeous spot hidden away in Hornsby that's well worth a visit. Lisgar Gardens is a stunning hillside garden with a rich history and bordering this is Florence Cotton Reserve, a valuable piece of remnant urban bushland offering a lovely bushwalk for families.

Spoonville | The Hills Sydney

Sep 2, 2021

Spoonville Villages have been popping up all over the Hills! Do you have one near you?

A dentist’s tips for an easier toothbrushing routine

Aug 24, 2021

Does your child absolutely hate brushing and leaves you wondering if you’ll ever get through a day that doesn’t involve conflict with your tiny toddler-tyrant over the dreaded toothbrush? Norwest Paediatric Dentistry’s Dr Rebecca Eggers shares a proven approach to creating a calm and positive toothbrushing routine with your child.

3 easy at-home activities for little ones

Aug 23, 2021

If you're keen to mix up learning a little with some new ideas here are three super easy and fun suggestions! They might give the kids a little motivation and you the break you need for a Zoom meeting or that cup of tea in peace!

Total body workout

Aug 3, 2021

Fitting in exercise is tough when you're a busy mum, but it's so good for our mental and physical wellbeing. Here's a great workout if you're short on time, space or needing to do it solo - like during lockdown.

Having a baby? 10 questions to ask your obstetrician

Jul 28, 2021

Being in control of your own birthing journey is one of the most comforting feelings you can have. The more you know, the more relaxed you’ll feel over the coming months. Dr Maria Cerez-Magnaye, Obstetrician & Gynaecologist at Norwest Private Hospital answers the most common questions asked by women during their pregnancy.

10 easy craft ideas with a cardboard box

Jul 26, 2021

If you're not the craftiest of mums, here are some simple ideas using a cardboard box that will inspire creativity and keep little ones entertained!

Castle Hill Heritage Park

Jul 23, 2021

This is one of the Hills' most popular and pretty parks! It offers paths and a vast amount of space to exercise as well.

Craft at home | rock decorating & wand making

Jul 6, 2021

Here are two simple craft activities you can link to your park or bushwalk outings.

Activity library

Jun 25, 2021

Are you looking for something to do with your child? Here is our library of suggestions to keep your child busy and engaged. Perfect for long weeks in isolation, on rainy days and days where you just can’t work out what to do with them.

Parks in the Hills with bike and scooter paths

Jun 25, 2021

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.

Kid Friendly Bushwalks in the Hills

Jun 24, 2021

Have you been exploring lately? Here are some great walks in and around the Hills.

Don’t miss

Punch Love Women’s Boxing Fitness opening in Castle Hill!

Oct 13, 2021

Punch Love offers women's only boxing classes at Annangrove and Windsor and will add Castle Hill to it's venues on 18 October! Offering classes at different times of the day, Monday to Saturday, you can find options to suit you and your family.

Do your school shoes fit?

Oct 13, 2021

So the kids have had about 14 weeks off school and will shortly need to don the school uniform once again. After so long, chances are they'll complain their school shoes are too small. But are they really? How will you know? We're lucky to have a highly skilled Hills District Mum and owner of Sparks Shoes in Beecroft who can help us out with an at-home option to determine if it's actually the case!

Inflatable World opening in Dural!

Oct 4, 2021

Inflatable World is opening a BRAND NEW location at The Centre in Dural on Saturday 23 October!

Play

Learn-to-ride tracks in the Hills and surrounds

Jun 3, 2021

If you have a little one learning to ride or scoot, there are lots of great tracks in and around the Hills where they can hone their skills!

Parks and playgrounds – hidden gems in the Hills

Feb 10, 2021

Here are some great little parks hidden in the back streets of the Hills that you might not know about!

John Wearn Reserve | Carlingford | Playground

Dec 3, 2020

Throw on your khakis and get ready for a spot of wildlife watching at John Wearn Reserve in Carlingford with the newly upgraded park’s exciting safari-themed playground.

5 fun and fabulous parks in the Hills

May 1, 2020

Here are our favourite parks in the Hills – hopefully there’s one or two you haven’t tried out yet.

Ollie Webb Reserve | Parramatta

Oct 24, 2019

The Ollie Webb Reserve Playground is Parramatta's first all-inclusive playground and water play park!

Fenced playgrounds in the Hills and further afield

Mar 14, 2017

Fully fenced parks, playgrounds and other play areas sometimes provide parents with a bit more comfort, particularly if you have a runner!

Eat

Parks and coffee – a mum’s perfect combination

May 5, 2020

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.

Kids dinner ideas – when you can’t be bothered to cook

Mar 28, 2020

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.

Pubs, clubs and restaurants with a playground in or near the Hills

Jul 30, 2019

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!

Lifestyle

Finding the will

Sep 6, 2020

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.

Putting yourself out there … and finding your perfect mum husband!

Jul 28, 2019

Finding friends when you're older and a mum can be challenging.

What is family mediation?

Nov 20, 2018

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?