By Hills District Mums HQ | Jul 2, 2023 | Latest, Parks & Playgrounds, Play & explore
One of our favourite playgrounds, Ruddock Park Westleigh, has recently reopened after a makeover. The main attraction, a pirate ship themed playground, is still there but now added to this is a learn-to-ride area, basketball half court, five-way swing, new seating...
By Hills District Mums HQ | Jun 20, 2023 | Latest, Play & explore
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...
By Hills District Mums HQ | May 25, 2023 | 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...
By Hills District Mums HQ | May 23, 2023 | Latest, Parks & Playgrounds, Play & explore
OK, so we know this one is definitely not in the Hills District. In fact, it’s a bit of a trek to Sydney’s eastern suburbs. But it IS pretty special and would make for a lovely family day trip. The Ian Potter Children’s WILD PLAY Garden is located...
By Hills District Mums HQ | May 16, 2023 | Latest, Play & explore, School Holidays
The Cremorne Point walk is a lovely 3km harbour walk and is both kid and dog friendly, with spectacular views across to the Harbour Bridge, Opera House and the city. A relatively flat harbourside path weaves from Mosman Bay Wharf around Cremorne Point to Mosman Bay....
By Hills District Mums HQ | May 8, 2023 | 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...
