Travelling with Kids – Adventure isn't just about the plane trips!
Leah 
August is here, and with it comes the release of my latest book round-up, featuring the books I have enjoyed reading over the last month. I read a wide range of texts over the past 31 days, including some for my work and also some to keep up with Sunshine’s reading. However, I have selected …
The Taronga Zoo is always a magical place to visit, especially during the School Holidays, but have you ever wondered what happens once the sun goes down? To celebrate the launch of Taronga’s brand-new nighttime attraction, Taronga After Dark, we’re giving one lucky family the chance to experience it for free with a Family Pass …
I cannot begin to tell you how excited I am about the Australian Museum’s latest exhibition, RELICS: A New World Rises. It combines two of my favourite things: history and LEGO! Of course, we had to visit on opening weekend to explore the exhibition ourselves. Hands up if you’re kids love LEGO Masters. It’s amazing, …
Sunshine is a voracious reader with an eclectic taste in book themes. Find her a book that she loves, and she’ll finish it in an evening. I sometimes wonder if she is reading under the sheets with a torchlight like I did as a kid, There’s one thing I love almost as much as books, …
We are always looking for new and exciting adventures in Sydney, and I think we’ve just uncovered a brand new experience opening these Spring Holidays: Taronga After Dark. It is a totally new way to experience Taronga! Taronga has a very special place in our hearts. It is the first zoo our kids ever visited. …
“Roads? Where we’re going, we don’t need roads,” I’m old enough to have seen the final instalment of the Back to the Future trilogy at the cinema, and we’ve spent more than a dozen family movie nights working through the films and rewatching. Heck, the original was played on rotation when Striker was younger because …
Reading has always been my passion. My aspirational goal as a child was to grow up and work with books. Imagine being surrounded by books every.single.day! And that’s exactly what I did! I completed a degree in English Literature, and then pivoted to an English teacher. Today, as an educator, I have the absolute privilege …
If you were to think about national symbols of Australia, what would come to mind? Some destinations or landmarks, perhaps? What if I asked to narrow your list down to animals? I’m thinking the koala will be listed, right? Cuddling a koala or seeing one in the wild is not just a bucket list item …
National Science Week is a week-long celebration of all things Science and Technology. There are events planned all across the country. Celebrated between 9 and 17 August, this year’s theme is Decoding the Universe – Exploring the unknown with nature’s hidden language. Of course, such a celebration lends itself to some new books for your …
We are an inquisitive family and adore immersing ourselves in science. Satisfying our curiosity has always been a family endeavour. Random questions can lead to a full-on family excursion to one of Sydney’s museums. That’s why we love National Science Week. From hands-on activities to theory, National Science Week offers a plethora of options for …
On our last trip to Melbourne, the kids asked if we could have a holiday that didn’t include any animal attractions, museums or theatre. Initially, I was a little taken aback because these three things usually populate our itinerary. Still, I agreed and then quietly giggled to myself for what I had in store: mansions! …
If you are based in Canberra or looking to visit, knowing the dates of the ACT School Holidays and public holidays is essential. This will help you identify the best time to travel and also determine when attractions might be a little busy. We’ve captured all the dates to make it easy for you! In …
If you are based in Victoria or looking to visit, knowing the dates of the Victorian School Holidays and public holidays is essential. This will help you identify the best time to travel and also determine when attractions might be a little busy. We’ve captured all the dates to make it easy for you! In …