Travelling with Kids – Adventure isn't just about the plane trips!
Sydney was treated to the Festival of Chocolate over 4-5 October when The Rocks was transformed into a haven of indulgence. By chance we spotted a poster advertising the event when we were gallivanting around the area on our Observatory and Pylon Lookout adventures. With the promise of chocolate there was no way we were …
Later this year we are off on a family adventure to the United States. When looking at our flight details, Master R was perplexed about our departure and arrival time. How could it be that we would be leaving Sydney at around 11.00 am on Tuesday and arriving at LAX sometime after 6.00 am on the …
One story. Five blogs. Infinite paths. Your choice. It’s Saturday morning, and your mum’s telling you to take your little sister to the park. “Unless you want to help me mop the floor,” she adds. You get it – the park wins. With your skateboard tucked under your arm, and your sister trailing behind on …
As an alumna of Sydney University I have fond memories of the Seymour Centre so have always been keen to introduce my kids to the awesome productions that often grace the theatre. We’ve seen a handful of their productions already but with the Sydney Children’s Festival running during the first week of the school holiday’s I was hoping …
Back in 1985 I was obsessed with stamp collecting. I held a subscription to Australia Post’s “Stamp Explorer” (click here to sign up yourself!) and would steam stamps off letters that my parents received. My favourite stamp was the Snuggle Pot and Cuddle Pie 33c stamp that was released that July. I loved the book and was …
On January 20, 1900 the first death from the Bubonic Plague occurred in Sydney. It created mass hysteria and resulted in the demolition of much of The Rocks historic sites as the authorities attempted to stop the spread. By August, 103 people had died in Sydney from the outbreak. Considerably low compared to other nations, but deaths …
The majority of Sydneysiders are unlikely to have ever climbed the Harbour Bridge. They may have driven across it in their car or perhaps travelled by train but climbing it seems to be something that tourists are more likely to do. I decided to change that for our family. To complete the BridgeClimb children need …
Theatre holds a special place in my heart. As a teenager I would save up my allowance to buy tickets to whatever show was in session. I loved the thrill of a live performance which, in my opinion, is much better than any 3D production screening at the cinemas. It’s real. I’m easily drawn into …
When thinking of a true blue Australian celebrity many of you will instantly think of Steve Irwin, the Crocodile Hunter. His TV shows were an international phenomenon and we loved watching his adventures right up to his tragic death back in 2006. Wife Terri and his children Bindi and Robert have taken the helm of …
Waking up on Sunday morning to a glorious blue sky without a cloud in sight I convinced T that we needed to go on an adventure. I knew just the place having spotted Bare Island repeatedly over summer when we swam at La Perouse. National Parks NSW conducts tours of the site on a Sunday which made …
Sydney isn’t exceptionally warm in Spring. It’s also not that cold. With nothing planned on a lazy Sunday morning, I decided to be a little spontaneous and take the kids to Cronulla so we could walk the Dog Walk and perhaps spot a dolphin or two. I was surprised to find parking right next to Cronulla Park. …
Over the last few months our family has become increasingly interested in early European settlement in Australia. We have been found ourselves travelling to a number of Living Museums – sydneylivingmuseums.com.au in and around Sydney where we have become engrossed in the histories of the families who lived and worked at these sites. At times we …
Horse-riding was my sport of choice as a young girl. I received my first horse, Wally, when I was 8 and continued to ride right until I left home. It kept me grounded, nurtured my competitive streak and helped me develop a sense of responsibility. Living in the city makes introducing a pony to our …