IDEAS & REVIEWS
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.
Read moreThemed playgrounds
If you have a little one that's into a particular 'theme' then these playgrounds are for you! Think space & aliens, safari, trains, roads, dinosaurs and more!
Read moreThe Hills Sydney: Best playgrounds for under 5s
Here are our favourite playgrounds for toddlers and little ones that have suitable play equipment for this age group.
Read moreStargazing 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!
Read moreDay trips from the Hills
If you enjoy venturing out of the Hills and exploring, here are a few day trip suggestions that we really enjoy.
Read moreCafes 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.
Read morePlatypus Track | Bidjigal Reserve Castle Hill | Bushwalks for kids
Right in the heart of the Hills, this is a great track to introduce kids to the joys of bushwalking.
Read moreTrain adventures: Sydney Metro Northwest
The Sydney Metro Northwest line has means Hills families can explore by train! If you have little ones that love a train adventure, here are some ideas.
Read moreThe new Waves is here!
The brand new Waves Fitness and Aquatic Centre is now open! The $55million project has resulted in a spectacular venue that will be enjoyed by thousands of local Hills residents for many years to come. Here's what you can expect when you visit.
Read morePubs, clubs and restaurants with a playground in or near the Hills
A playground or play area in a pub, club or restaurant means that mum and dad can usually enjoy a meal and drink in relative peace. Here's a list of some local venues with this perk!
Read moreParks and playgrounds – hidden gems in the Hills
Here are some great little parks hidden in the back streets of the Hills that you might not know about!
Read moreMeadowbank Regional Playground
We'd had Meadowbank Regional Playground on our list for months. We finally got there recently and WOW, it's completely mind blowing! In terms of playgrounds it's without a doubt one of the best we've ever seen and our kids were talking about their next visit walking back to the car!
Read moreThings to do on rainy days
Do you and your busy little ones go stir crazy when it rains for a few days? If you still like to get out each day with your little one even when it's raining, here are some ideas for things to do in the Hills and surrounds that won't leave you drenched!
Read moreFairfield Adventure Park | Fairfield
This epic playground was designed specifically with older kids in mind, but it certainly doesn't leave out smaller kids! There's something for everyone! It's about 40 minutes from Castle Hill and well worth a visit.
Read moreBobbin Head Nature Playground
While we've all been staying home, the playground at Bobbin Head at Mount Colah in the Ku-Ring-Gai National Park has had a much needed facelift and what a beautiful nature playground it is now!
Read moreDarlington Reserve Cherrybrook
A cool new playground is now open in Cherrybrook and if you have a dinosaur fan then it's right up their alley! Roarsome!
Read more3 easy at-home activities for little ones
If you're keen to mix up learning a little with some new ideas here are three super easy and fun suggestions! They might give the kids a little motivation and you the break you need for a Zoom meeting or that cup of tea in peace!
Read more10 easy craft ideas with a cardboard box
If you're not the craftiest of mums, here are some simple ideas using a cardboard box that will inspire creativity and keep little ones entertained!
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