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?...
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...
By Hills District Mums HQ | Jun 1, 2025 | Latest, Play & explore
Throwing the kids in the car and heading off fruit picking is a great activity that the whole family can enjoy! It’s a great way to show kids where their fruit comes from while also being out in the sunshine and fresh air. We’re lucky here in the Hills to...
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...
By Hills District Mums HQ | May 3, 2025 | Latest, Parks & Playgrounds, Play & explore
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...
By Hills District Mums HQ | Apr 28, 2025 | Latest, Play & explore
Stargazing Park at The Gables Box Hill opened in late 2022 and offers an out of this world amount of space-themed fun for kiddies! The Gables in Box Hill has a number of playgrounds and this is the latest to open in the area. We haven’t seen a space themed...
