IDEAS & REVIEWS
Things to do this October: The Hills Sydney
Here's what's on this month.
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Boredem busting ideas for these Spring school holidays
Here are some ideas to keep everyone busy.
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Your purr-fect day with Gabby these school holidays
Gabby’s Dollhouse is bringing a world of surprises and meow-gical fun to Castle Towers these school holidays! It’s the purr-fect way to keep your little ones entertained.
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Savour the Flavour is back in 2025!
Celebrating the region’s past and present as the food bowl of Sydney, Savour the Flavour will showcase the food and beverages made right here in the Hawkesbury. Save the date, get your pink outfits and dancin’ boots ready and be at Richmond Oval on Saturday 18 October from 4pm to 9pm!
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Kids’ classes and activities: The Ultimate Guide for kids in the Hills
Are you looking for a class or activity for your child? The Hills District has a tonne of opportunities for your child to learn more about anything they're interested in!
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Don’t miss Monster Jump at Parramatta Park these holidays!
Bounce into the ultimate school holiday adventure with Monster Jump at Parramatta Park these school holidays! Experience the thrill of our colossal 280-metre inflatable obstacle course, packed with more than 30 unique challenges.
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The Hills Sydney: 2025 Spring School Holiday Guide
A camp, class or workshop is a great idea during the school holidays! Here's what's available in the Hills. Book your spot so you don't miss out!
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Family day out | Exploring Cockatoo Island
Up for an outdoor adventure? Escape to the heart of Sydney Harbour and enjoy a fun-filled day at Cockatoo Island, a short ferry ride from Barangaroo.
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Powerhouse Castle Hill | A Fun Family Day Out
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.
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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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Blue Gum Walk | Hornsby | Bush walks for kids
The Blue Gum Walk, a small section of the Great North Walk, is a well known track and very popular with walkers for good reason - it's stunning! If you're keen on a solid bush walk then this is a great option.
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Meadowbank Regional Playground
Meadowbank Park is without a doubt one of the best playgrounds we've visited - our kids were talking about their next trip walking back to the car!
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Explore | Berry Island Reserve Wollstonecraft
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.
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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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Awesome parks and playgrounds further afield
Here are some playgrounds in Sydney that are pretty special and worth the extra time in the car.
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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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Coolong Reserve | Castle Hill
This park is one of the Hills' most popular and also has a learn-to-ride track!
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Stargazing Park The Gables Box Hill
With its alien swings, glow-in-the-dark concrete and UFO shelters, Stargazing Park offers an out of this world amount of space-themed fun for kiddies!
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