Lake Crackenback apartments at dawn with Thredbo mountains behind Stand by, we’re in for a visual treat here… Lake Crackenback is a stunner of a resort in a glorious location… here follows info about it and then lots of lovely shots. I’m sure you’ve heard of Lake Crackenback, I know I had heard whispers and […]

Wizzy World has closed but hopefully will re-open in new premises. This is an old post about Willoughby Wizzy World – kept for the memories!! Ah, the joy I have felt whilst sitting firmly on my bottom, drinking a coffee and watching my children play! Wizzy World is pretty close to where we live, not […]

Yes, it really is the steepest railway in the world. And here are the photos to prove it! The Scenic Railway at Scenic World in Katoomba, up in the very beautiful Blue Mountains, genuinely is a record holder.   The 52 degree incline at one point in the ride is the steepest railway incline in […]

Here’s a little roundup of lessons learned about sponsored post reach. I’ve run sponsored posts on this blog for several years, starting off with posting them randomly via digital agencies. In 2016 I was taken on by Nuffnang as one of their Bloggerati talent team, that was a big step up in both payment and […]

Here’s one of the roundabouts And a fishy see saw The views here are lovely. Luckily the playground itself is fenced, but there is water around the park itself so keep an eye on your tiny terrors. Rusty Rocket loves the murals on the playground walls The kids menu from Flying Fox Cafe Another bouncy […]

Here’s some weekend away inspiration from my friend, food blogger and humourist Charlie Louie of Hotly Spiced. Thanks Charlie for your  introduction to this South Coasy seaside town, sounds great both for families and as a parents-only getaway. Just one hour from Sydney’s CBD lies the picturesque town of Thirroul. Like a step-back in time, […]

Here are some Sydney books which you will love if you are planning a visit to Sydney or looking for a special gift. You can read a full post about some of them, you’ll find links below book covers. Sydney Guide Books Lonely Planet Sydney Guide Books Lonely Planet has over 30 titles about Sydney […]

Ah, this playground is sublime, right on the glittering blue harbour, great views. But a horror if you have a wild child who might leap into that glittering harbour. If you do, steer well clear, this playground will wait until your child has calmed down. Huge sand play area has shade, lovely. Water fountains to […]

Just up the hill and to the south of glorious Coogee Beach, this is a terrific, large playground with equipment to satisfy all ages groups. The playground has been improved a lot since I first visited with one wild toddler in 2000. So has the toddler, now a teenager! Grant Reserve Playground, Coogee Aka Stan Windon […]

Bush and beach on the White Sands Walk at Jervis Bay The White Sands Walk is the best known of the many beautiful walks around Jervis Bay. And quite rightly, it’s a beaut walk, through the bush and past four stunning beaches, ending up at iconic Hyams Beach. Where there’s a cafe, and a wonderful […]

We have spent many happy hours there, usually in the company of lots of mums, dads and kids from school.  There is so much space and such a great variety of equipment that it suits kids from 0 – 15 years… and beyond! Blenheim Park Blenheim Road, North Ryde 2113 Website: www.ryde.nsw.gov.au, Services, Parks and Sportsgrounds There […]

Seriously, this is one of the best playgrounds in the whole of Sydney. Don’t take my word for it, just pack up the car, fling in the kids and get over there. Yamble Reserve is a huge park, with vast areas of smooth lawns and within it is this enormous and very beautiful playground. Built […]

I win the prize for the Blogger Who Came Home To The Most Washing! The house looked like a bomb had struck it… dirty dishes across the kitchen, dishwasher needing emptied, drying racks stacked to the ceiling.  Admittedly the kitchen does look like that most morning… and my husband did clear up the whole kitchen, […]

Do you love getting outdoors with the family? Have you been somewhere fabulous and fun with your kids? Would you like to share your top tips with other families? Hello Sydney Kids is looking for contributions, and, yes, there is payment… just a little and only for four posts a month…. but we have to […]