Newcastle is a city that is located just over 2 hours north of Sydney. It is a mix of old and new, as its industrial his... [more]
The Nelson Bay area is a popular tourist destination in the Port Stephens region, 2.5 hours north of Sydney. It is popul... [more]
Are you looking at your empty Moccona coffee jar and wondering what you can make with it? The glass is so thick and it i... [more]
Are you kids climbing the walls with boredom? Then take a scroll through this list to find some ideas that suit your... [more]
Are you staying or living in Sydney and want to escape for the weekend, but don't want to go too far? Then why not drive... [more]
Are you going for a holiday with the kids to Nelson Bay, but you're not sure what to do, or where to go? There are hundr... [more]
The Tomaree Head Summit Walk is a must-do for locals and tourists, when exploring the scenic Port Stephens region. The e... [more]
My family recently moved from the city of Canberra to the blue waters of Port Stephens, and let's just say, it wasn't a ... [more]
Do you love your air fryer? It makes cooking dinner so much easier, doesn't it? It is also very handy in the summer mont... [more]
The Nelson Bay region is a popular area for families to have a holiday as it has an abundance of natural beauty and wild... [more]
Do your kids love Weet-bix? Or you do? I like to have it for breakfast but I also like to find ways to use it in my baki... [more]
Nelson Bay is a small town on the waterways of Port Stephens, just a 2.5 hours north of Sydney. It is nature's paradise ... [more]
If you're wondering if there is anything exciting happening these school holidays in Canberra, then rest assured, yo... [more]
Corin Forest Mountain Resort is turning 40! To celebrate, they will be having a community open day with free snowplay, s... [more]
Are you looking for something different to do with your children on Saturday, 18th March? Then be part of an exciting bo... [more]
These Jam Drops look good, don't they? They are a flavour from my childhood and nothing beats the smell of them cook... [more]
Come From Away is a Broadway-hit musical that has been performed in locations all around the world and it is now Austral... [more]
Are you are looking for something different to do, to spoil mum for Mother's Day? Around the Newcastle and Hunter region... [more]
The Canberra Picnic Train, presented by the Canberra Rail Museum, will be running from Canberra to Bungendore and return... [more]
Mother's Day will be held on Sunday, 14th May 2023 - have you made any plans? All around Canberra there will be events h... [more]
Do you have a jar of cinnamon in your spice rack? What do you use it for? Do you pull it out just for baking, or do you ... [more]
Do you celebrate Valentine's Day with your partner? Or would you like to book an impressive first date? Then check out t... [more]
The Canberra Beer & Cider Festival will be held in the car park of Mercure Canberra hotel, Batman Street and Gooreen Str... [more]
February is here - surprising, isn't it? Where did January go? If you haven't thought about what you will be doing o... [more]
Are you sick of your usual spaghetti bolognaise recipe? Does it need a shake-up? If you want to try something a bit heal... [more]
Tomaree National Park is located in Port Stephens in NSW, 2.5 hours north of Sydney. It is the traditional land of the W... [more]
Have your kids been creating with perler beads? They are also known as hama beads, melty beads or ironing beads. It is a... [more]
A lot is happening around the bay this Australia Day! Spend the morning in Nelson Bay with markets, food and family fun ... [more]
Lights on the Lake is a new festival in Canberra which will be held each night between 25th - 28th January, 2023, to inc... [more]
These healthy and filling biscuits are very versatile - they are great in the lunchbox, as a breakfast biscuit, for ... [more]
Australia Day is being celebrated all over Port Stephens on Thursday, 26th January 2023! In Nelson Bay there will be fam... [more]
Have you made your own sushi before? It is a fun activity to do at home with the kids, as they enjoy making it and t... [more]
If you are looking for some fun activities to do at home these school holidays, then why not spend some time in the ... [more]
Are you planning a trip to Taronga Zoo in Sydney? If so, then keep reading for 10 tips to help you get through the d... [more]
Summer is here and it is time for easy, cold desserts to pull out of the fridge or freezer - with minimal fuss! Keep... [more]
If you plan on visiting Taronga Zoo these school holidays, then check out their website to see the range of animals they... [more]
If you are after a healthy, summer dessert recipe, then why not make a chia pudding! We often think of chia recipes ... [more]
Summer is here and there are outdoor family BBQs happening every day, all across the country! If you are looking for... [more]
The National Arboretum will be hosting Kite Fest on Sunday, 12th February! This family event will have a selection of po... [more]
The National Arboretum will be presenting AMPLIFY Tributes on Saturday night, 25th February 2023! Enjoy the tunes from N... [more]
If you're anything like me, when Boxing Day is over I have ham leftover in my fridge that I need to use up - but I can't... [more]
Do you have a well-loved recipe for scones that you use every time? I must say that I haven't made many scones in my lif... [more]
At Christmas, we tend to make gifts and treats using the humble can of condensed milk. Yes, it's high in sugar and not g... [more]
If you love Bounty bars, then you need to try this easy recipe! This recipe was given to me by a friend who makes these ... [more]
If you're looking for a fun school holiday activity to do with your kids, then check out this recipe below. You may ... [more]
The Irukandji Shark & Ray Encounters is located on the corner of Jessie Road and Nelson Bay Road on the way into Anna Ba... [more]
Are you searching for a Christmas fruit cake recipe that your kids will actually eat, and you would like too? Many of th... [more]
Carols at the Bay will be held at Fly Point Park in Nelson Bay, on Sunday 11th December 2022. The festivities will kick ... [more]
This recipe is so easy, it is literally just 3 ingredients - dried mixed fruit, orange juice and self-raising flour!... [more]
New Year's Eve is on its way - what do you have planned? If you don't have anything organised just yet, then check o... [more]
Are you getting excited about New Year's Eve? It will be a fantastic night in the city of Canberra, with family frie... [more]
Carols in Town Park is a community celebration of Christmas presented by the Tuggeranong Salvation Army. It will be held... [more]
The popular Lifeline Canberra Bookfair will be held at the EPIC between 10th - 12th February, 2023. This huge bookfair h... [more]
The summer school holidays are on the way, so if you are looking for things to do in Canberra then book a spot at on... [more]
Wine Island is coming to Canberra! It will be held on the Queen Elizabeth II Island, underneath the National Carillon. T... [more]
The Canberra Nara Candle Festival will be held at Nara Peace Park on Lake Burley Griffin on Saturday 3rd December from 5... [more]
New Year's Eve is fast approaching - what are your plans? If you are living or visiting the Nelson Bay region, then ... [more]
Do you love to play tennis? Or maybe you haven't played for a while and would like to get back into it? Whether you are ... [more]
From the local group who organise the Fingal Bay Twilight Markets, Friday's at Birubi Market will also be full of amazin... [more]
Fingal Bay Twilight Markets is a small community market that is located around the Fingal Bay Playground, behind the sur... [more]
If you are looking for vegan, dairy-free, lactose-free or egg-free recipes to make at home, then check out this easy... [more]
The carnival is coming back this summer for some family fun!! It will be held at Neil Carroll Park at Nelson Bay (a shor... [more]
Spirited - A Creative Play Cafe is located at Taylors Beach, just a short drive from Nelson Bay (behind Bunnings). This ... [more]
The Nelson Bay Foreshore fireworks will be on at the family friendly time of 9pm! Take a picnic blanket down to the Nels... [more]
There is nothing better than going to the local markets and scouring the market stalls for bargains, gifts, plants, hand... [more]
The Marina Market will be held on the Nelson Bay Foreshore on the first Saturday of the month between October 2022 and A... [more]
