Family day out | Exploring Cockatoo Island

By Hills District Mums HQ | Jun 24, 2025 | Latest, Play & explore

Up for an outdoor adventure? Escape to the heart of Sydney Harbour and enjoy a fun-filled day at Cockatoo Island with a new family tour aimed at kids aged 6 to 10! Our day at Cockatoo Island is a great way for budding explorers, under adult supervision, to engage in a...

Powerhouse Castle Hill | A Fun Family Day Out

By Hills District Mums HQ | Jun 10, 2025 | Latest, Play & explore

Looking for something free, fun and different to do with the family on weekends? Head to Powerhouse Castle Hill — it’s packed with giant machines, vintage planes, quirky inventions and loads of things to explore, touch, and talk about. What is Powerhouse Castle Hill?...

Things to do in the ‘rural’ Hills

By Hills District Mums HQ | Jun 7, 2025 | Eat and Drink, Latest, Play & explore

Here in the Hills, we’re blessed to have a piece of the country right on our door step. The ‘rural’ Hills – areas such as Galston, Kenthurst, Dural, Arcadia, Glenorie and stretching further to the Hawkesbury – offers some unique options...

Explore | Berry Island Reserve Wollstonecraft

By Hills District Mums HQ | May 27, 2025 | Latest, Play & explore, School Holidays

About half an hour’s drive from the Hills, Berry Island Reserve is a beautiful spot to visit for a day trip or picnic. There’s lots of space, harbour views, a playground and a short bush walk. You’ll find Berry Island Reserve by the harbour at the bottom of...

Parks in the Hills with bike and scooter paths

By Hills District Mums HQ | May 25, 2025 | Activity library, Latest, Parks & Playgrounds, Play & explore, Play & explore popular

We’ve compiled a list of parks in the Hills that have a bike path for your little ones. Some are on the smaller side which is good for learners. Some are bigger for the more confident kids.  In or near the Hills Balcombe Heights Estate, Baulkham Hills Balcombe...

Learn-to-ride tracks in the Hills and surrounds

By Hills District Mums HQ | May 3, 2025 | Latest, Parks & Playgrounds, Play & explore, Play & explore popular

There are several great learn-to-ride tracks in the Hills. If you haven’t seen them, these aren’t just paths that are great for riding. They incorporate pedestrian crossings, stop signs, petrol bowsers, round abouts and more. They’re perfect for...