Christmas
Christmas family fun day at the Bligh Park Hotel!
Gear up for a HUGE Family Fun Day, happening Sunday 14 December from 12pm to 3pm. There will be a special visit from Santa, entertainment, plus a MASSIVE toy raffle valued at $3000! And don't miss the Christmas inspired bistro specials throughout December.
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Rouse Hill Town Centre – your go to Christmas destination
Experience the magic of Christmas at Rouse Hill Town Centre with festive new decorations, free family fun and special offers. Don't forget to visit Santa's House on Civic Way to capture your Santa photos and stop by Candy Cane Lane for sweet surprises and festive activities!
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Celebrate Christmas at Parramatta
From twinkling Christmas markets and the spectacular tree lighting ceremony in Parramatta Square, to a FREE family-friendly carols event in Parramatta Park featuring live performances, delicious food, roaming entertainment and more! Find out what's on.
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The Ultimate Guide to Christmas in the Hills
Make the most of the festive events planned in the Hills and surrounds in 2025!
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Christmas at Winston Hills Mall
Celebrate Christmas at Winston Hills Mall!
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Christmas at HomeCo. Castle Hill
Celebrate the magic of Christmas at HomeCo. Castle Hill with Santa visits, festive activities, giveaways and more. There’s something for everyone - kids, families and even pets!
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The Hills Sydney: What’s on this weekend
Here's what's on this weekend.
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What’s on this week: The Hills Sydney
Here's what's on this week in the Hills.
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The Hills Sydney: 2025/26 Summer School Holiday Guide
Check out our Summer School Holiday Guide to find out what's available these school holidays in and around the Hills. There's something for everyone so make sure you book in soon!
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Which Mediation Path Is Right for Me After Separation?
Separation can be one of the most challenging times in life, especially when decisions about parenting or finances are still unresolved. In Australia, mediation is often the first step toward finding common ground without going to court. But what does it look like and is it right for your situation?
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Day trips from the Hills
If you like venturing out of the Hills and exploring, here are a few day trip suggestions that we really enjoy.
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Water play parks in and near the Hills District
Keep cool when the temperature rises at one of these water play parks!
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PUBCHA is at Bligh Park Hotel every Sunday!
A brand-new concept combining classic YumCha with your fave pub classics. Happening every Sunday in the brand-new function space, The Loft. From 11am to 2.30pm enjoy small plates to share plus drink specials.
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BASE181 OPEN WEEK!
One week. One powerful decision for your child’s confidence, fitness & future. 8 – 13 December. Get your child off screens and moving. Build their fitness, coordination & life skills. And watch their confidence grow from the inside out.
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Open Day at Lorien Novalis Dural
Thinking about Lorien for your child? Visit the Steiner Education Showcase & Open Day on Saturday 6 December from 10 am. Explore classrooms, view student work and talk with teachers to learn more about our unique approach. If your child is turning 6 in 2026, the school's Class 1 program offers a warm transition into learning, grounded in connection, creativity and uniquely Steiner approach.
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Don’t miss Love Actually? the musical parody
From the writers of Friends! The Musical Parody comes this off-Broadway musical that follows nine quirky, questionable couples looking for love across the pond. Darling Quarter Theatre - 27 November - 23 December.
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Archie Brothers now open at Castle Towers!
The adrenaline-fuelled arcade in the Piazza at Castle Towers joins a refreshed Holey Moley and Strike Bowling, creating a one-stop entertainment shop for Hills families!
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Celebrate Christmas at Excel ELC
Join in a magical day at Excel Early Learning Centre’s Open Day, where families can experience the joy of the season and explore the beautiful centre! Saturday 6 December, 10am - 1pm.
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Shop Avery’s biggest sale this Black Friday!
Avery's BIGGEST sale of the year is HERE! Grab 30% off custom labels, stickers and cards. Whether you’re giving your brand a refresh or getting ready for the holidays, Avery has you covered!
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Score Big on Smart Home Tech This Black Friday
This Black Friday, simplify your life with Tech Sales Online’s extensive range of smart home technology, including robot vacuums, air purifiers, electric scooters and more, with savings of up to $1,000 on their biggest deals of the year!
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Host your baby shower at Chouchoubebe Blacktown
Celebrate your upcoming arrival with Chouchoubebe Blacktown's easy and affordable baby shower party, available on school days, Monday to Friday 10am to 4pm with no room hire charge for up to 20 people.
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Wild Family Escapes: Tiny Home Stays for the NSW Summer School Holidays
This summer, swap screens for starlight and crowded resorts for open skies. Into the Wild's collection of family-friendly tiny homes across NSW are made for school holiday adventures — where little explorers can run free, splash, play and discover the joy of slowing down in nature. And HDMs receive 10% off!
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Book a CRU Holiday Camp this summer!
Make these school holidays the best ones yet with a CRU Camp! Your child will experience exciting adventures with great friends - there’s something for every child in Kindy to Year 12! And Hills District Mums get $30 off your camp fee!
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Don’t miss Instyle’s Black Friday sale
Up to 40% OFF blinds, plantation shutters, curtains and awnings with Instyle's Black Friday sale!
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Things to do in the ‘rural’ Hills
Here in the Hills, we're blessed to have a piece of the country right on our door step. Here are some ideas for day trips in the outer Hills.
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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.
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Learn-to-ride tracks in the Hills and surrounds
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!
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Kid Friendly Bushwalks in the Hills
Have you been exploring lately? Here are some great walks in and around the Hills.
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Markets 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.
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Shopping centre play areas in the Hills
Shopping with kids is made slightly easier with a stopover at one of these play areas!
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Parks 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.
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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.
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Kids 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.
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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?
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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.
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Total body workout
Fitting in exercise is tough when you're a busy mum, but it's so good for your mental and physical wellbeing. But sometimes life doesn't gel with getting to the gym or group fitness class. That's when your own workout is handy - this one is an easy one to do solo or even with kids around.
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