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HDM visits Eden Gardens, North Ryde
A nice little outing that includes coffee for mum and a play for the kids!
Read moreExplore | Dangar Island
Dangar Island sits in the Hawkesbury River north of Sydney. It has a population of just a few hundred people and is only accessible by water, with no cars on the island. You can visit for the day via ferry from Brooklyn and it makes for a lovely little outing if the sun is shining.
Read morePiddington Street Playground | The Ponds
We really like this park in the back streets of The Ponds as it caters well for kids of different ages!
Read moreExplore | The Coal Loader Waverton
About half an hour's drive from Castle Hill, the Coal Loader is a fascinating spot for adults and kids alike because of its indigneous heritage and, much later, its contribution to industry and trade for 70 years. It's a great place to visit for a couple of hours or longer if you make a day of it.
Read moreHazelwood Rose Park | Ray Park | Carlingford | Playground
This playground in Carlingford has 230m of flat paths and is great for riding, exercising, climbing, exploring, scooting and kicking a ball.
Read moreBerry Island Reserve | Wollstonecraft | Bush walks for kids
About half an hour's drive from the Hills, this short little track - the Gadyan Track - is a perfect introduction to bushwalking for little ones. There's plenty to see, it's short and there are stunning harbour views. And it's part of a larger reserve with a playground and lots of space so it makes a lovely day out.
Read moreRyde Park | Learn-to-ride track
A fully fenced learn-to-ride track that is worth travelling for.
Read moreCoolong Reserve | Castle Hill
This park is one of the Hills' most popular and also has a learn-to-ride track!
Read moreTree Frog Playground | Oxlade Reserve | North Kellyville
This playground opened in late 2017 and is a great play area for toddlers and kids not at school yet – there’s good equipment that’s not too big or high and gives them the opportunity to ‘learn the ropes’.
Read moreTips to help families play well at home
Kids need to play more than ever! It fosters self-esteem, creativity, emotional skills and the resilience that’s become increasingly important over the last few weeks. Parenting expert and mum of two, Jessica Joelle Alexander, shares a few tips to help parents play well with their families, whatever time, space or toys they have available!
Read moreWaterfall Walk | West Pennant Hills | Richard Webb Reserve Playground
A new playground, picnic area, easy walk through the bush and a waterfall after rain makes for a perfect family outing!
Read moreBeecroft Train Station Playground
This is a cute little park for train-loving toddlers.
Read more5 fun and fabulous parks in the Hills
Here are our favourite parks in the Hills – hopefully there’s one or two you haven’t tried out yet.
Read moreCity View Lookout | Pennant Hills
This kid-friendly bush walk has a look out with a view all the way to the city.
Read moreBoredom buster ideas for stay-at-home days
Here are lots of ideas to keep kids entertained while you're staying at home!
Read moreWhale Rock | Cheltenham | North Epping | Bushwalks for kids
This bush walk is great for kids and even has a massive rock shaped like a whale to find!
Read moreLakes Edge Park, The Ponds
This is a great park in The Ponds, set in a pretty location with cool equipment.
Read moreCroc’s Playcentre Rouse Hill is here
The latest Croc's Playcentre to open in Sydney is right here in the Hills and it's fantastic, offering a new option for little ones and mums alike. We thought it was awesome when we visited. Check it out!
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