Activities

[space_20] We're absolutely loving all the Spoonville's and Rock Gardens popping up around town this lockdown. They're giving us all the good vibes and we're here for it!! To really stretch out your enjoyment of these little villages of joy, why not start with a visit and then once the kids are sufficiently inspired, follow…

Sydney's leading market business Cambridge Markets is expanding again, this time opening a new market at Wentworth Point starting Sunday 23rd May! You can follow the Facebook event here. The new market will be a complementary market to Cambridge Markets highly successful Ryde Wharf Market, which takes place just across a stretch of the Parramatta River…

For those days when you're craving a bit of time in nature, whether it be for a stroll, a picnic, reading a book or enjoying the scenery, this is your list. We've found 18 gardens that are perfect for all types of days and all types of adventures.   [space_40] Auburn Botanic Gardens Chisholm Rd…

North Rocks / Northmead Dam - we doubt it's on your bucket list of family-friendly activities. In fact, you likely haven't even heard of it. But listen up! It's awesome! It consists of a BUSHWALK and then of course the DAM itself - both are very cool.   Bushwalk This is a bushwalk that deserves…

If the sound of weekly catch-ups with other parents and carers in a fun and relaxed environment sounds like something you're interested in, joining a playgroup might be for you! Playgroups can be a great way to meet others, give children an opportunity to interact, play with 'new' toys and learn new activities. They're also…

Pick-you-own-fruit farms and orchards are a fun activity the whole family can enjoy. We’ve sorted the ripest spots to pick farm-fresh fruit in every season of the year (and all within 90 minutes of Ryde district!). So, put your out-of-office on (and a sign on the laundry door), unplug those screens and stretch those legs in…

  The little plaster shop has opened in Macquarie Centre just in time for the school holidays, and good news - plaster painting is just as fun as you remember it! Kids can choose from 50+ plasters to paint and an inspirational paint range including golds, glitters, snd all the colours and shades of the…

Learning to swim can save your child’s life, but the benefits go well beyond safety. Anecdotally, the experts at Carlile Swimming have long known how children’s confidence grows, along with their physical and emotional wellbeing. Then, research proved them right. A four-year study by Australia’s Griffith University found children who attended regular swimming lessons improved…

  Everyone is invited to join in the fun and celebrate one of Sydney’s most popular community events – the Granny Smith Festival. This year’s Granny Smith Festival will be celebrated a little differently this year, with the traditional one-day festival replaced with a large number of events that will take place throughout October. Like…

Children will be delighted this spring with a collection of colourful and creative COVID-safe community events, workshops and activities at the Emerge Festival. Hosted by Willoughby City Council, Emerge Festival is the North Shore’s brightest spring festival presenting a fantastic range of activities for children and families. Highlights include:   River Spotlight Walk When: Friday, 11…

Whether it be a park, a cafe or a play centre, there's one thing that's absolutely crucial - SPACE! Here's where RDMs think are the best places in the area to have mothers group catch up. [space_20] Parks   Ryde Park Corner Blaxland Road and Argyle Ave, Ryde  The clear favourite in the voting polls, Ryde Park has…

  Terrys Creek is a beautiful bushland reserve that sprawls across Eastwood and Epping, with many entry and exit points. It's not only a great spot for a bushwalk, but it's also home to a stunning waterfall that comes alive after a big downpour of rain. Located in the middle of the creek, the waterfall…