Top 6 Zoos in Adelaide South Australia (and Wildlife Parks!)

Pandas in Adelaide zoo | Where to see pandas in Australia | Pandas in Australia

There are numerous zoos and wildlife parks in and near Adelaide for you to explore with the whole family.  What’s more,  Adelaide is the only place in Australia where you can see a giant panda, and there are a plethora of zoos and wildlife parks to visit. There is also an abundance of things to …

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Things to do in Bright with Kids

Things to do in Bright with kids

With a bounty of things to do in Bright with kids (or without) it is possibly the best place to base yourself when exploring the Victorian high country.  The historic township of Bright itself is around 3.5 hours from Melbourne (and in our case, around 7 hours from Sydney). It has become one of the …

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Melbourne School Holiday Activities for Kids

Melbourne School Holidays : Activities for Kids

Each and every Melbourne School holidays you can choose from a plethora of school holiday activities across the city for you to enjoy with the kids. We’ve pulled together our complete guide to Melbourne School Holiday Activities to help you create your calendar for the period. Make sure you bookmark the page – we will …

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The Best Sydney Zoos and Wildlife Parks

The Best Sydney Zoos and Wildlife Parks

There are a plethora of Zoos and Wildlife Parks to explore in Sydney. But what is the best Sydney Zoo? Which one should you head to on your trip to New South Wales capital city?  We’ve got you covered with all the details you need to know to help you make your decision about which …

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Things to do in Merimbula NSW with Kids

The Best Beaches in Merimbula

Merimbula NSW is a blissful seaside town on the southern New South Wales coast. It offers stunning beaches, many with calm waters perfect for families. There are a plethora of things to do in Merimbula with kids (or without) to keep you busy for as long as you can stay in town. Merimbula has become …

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20 Children’s Books About Gardening and Nature

Children's Books About Gardening and Nature

My kids adore being outside and exploring. They love gardening, foraging and observing nature. They also love books! It made sense to pull together a list of gardening books for kids and, books about nature for kids to populate our library.  Any one of these children’s books about gardening and nature would be perfect for …

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Things to do in Eden NSW with Kids

Green Cape Lighthouse Eden NSW with kids

With a plethora of things to do in Eden NSW with kids (or without!) you just have to visit!  Eden is considered one of the best places in Australia to watch whales. It is the last major town on the New South Wales south coast prior to the Victorian border and is positioned on a …

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Magazine Subscriptions for Kids, Tweens and Teens

One of my favourite past times as a kid was receiving my monthly kids magazine subscription. I looked forward to it arriving and, once it was in my hot little hands, would quickly rip out the poster in the middle and add it to my wall before pouring over the information inside. Why a Magazine …

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How to Make Playdough : The No Cook Recipe

How to Make Playdough : The No Cook Recipe | Easy Playdough Recipe | The Best playdough recipe

As an educator, playdough has been one of my classroom staples for two decades now and something that I have enjoyed making with my kids. I have tried every playdough recipe to learn how to make playdough and swear by the no cook recipe as it is so easy peasy. The Best Playdough Recipe The …

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Sunshine Reads: Books for Teens Spring 2021

Sunshine Reads: Books for Teens Spring 2021

Books have played a very important role in maintaining our family’s wellbeing over the last school term, providing a way to escape from what has often felt like Groundhog Day here in Sydney. With Sunshine reaching 13, young adult fiction has opened up to her and she has begun to fill her shelves with an …

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The Best Things to do in Griffith with Kids

exploring Griffith with Kids

We visit the NSW Riverina almost every year, but typically it is on our way to or from a destination on the other side. This autumn we headed to Griffith, booked accommodation for a number of days and then set about eating our way through the town. What we discovered was a plethora of things …

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Things to do in Dubbo with Kids

Things to do in Dubbo with Kids

If you are looking for a great holiday destination within NSW to head with the family, then Dubbo should be one to add to your list with a plethora of activities suitable for all ages. In fact, you’ll find it a challenge to get through all the things to do in Dubbo with kids which …

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Things to do in Lightning Ridge with Kids

Things to do in Lightning Ridge with Kids

Looking for things to do in Lightning Ridge with kids? Unsure where to stay in Lightning Ridge? Unsure where to eat on your visit to Lightning Ridge? After spending just under a week exploring one of NSW’s quirkiest towns we have developed a great resource guide to help you with your planning. Things to do …

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