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If you've ever driven down Marsden Road in Ermington and spotted the big rainbow sign next to a giant leafy palm tree, you were noticing Colour My World Children's Centre - a long daycare and preschool that's taken care of hundreds and hundreds of families over the last 10 years. The fact that it could…

[space_20] Do you know someone who makes an exceptional contribution or improves the quality of life for people in Ryde? Do you know someone who has excelled in any category but not limited to—Sport, Business, the Environment or the Arts? Nominations are now being accepted for the City of Ryde Citizen of the Year and…

When Quell Cafe left Macquarie Centre, Ryde District Mums collectively mourned. We’re glad to share the good news that a new cafe has opened in its place - welcome Oasis Cafe! With plenty of space, lovely high windows and beautiful sunlight streaming in, Oasis Cafe certainly lives up to its name providing a peaceful escape from…

  Surrounded on three sides by Lane Cove River and Parramatta River, Woolwich is a lovely little part of Sydney to visit and is only a stone's throw from Ryde. With a number of cafes, restaurants and bars to enjoy as well as some picturesque walks and community facilities, it's a great place to spend…

For the second year running, Sydneysiders are wondering - what's the go for Halloween this year? Is Trick or Treating on? The general consensus is that there won't be much happening by way of traditional trick or treating, but there are still plenty of ways to ensure the kids get in the spooky spirit on Sunday…

  Connect IVF is Sydney’s newest, most technologically advanced IVF Clinic offering 100% Bulk Billing Services to the residents of Sydney Metropolitan and surrounding areas. Conveniently located at 20 Bridge St Sydney and offering the full range of fertility services.   Does Connect IVF provide a full range of IVF services? Yes Connect IVF provides a full…

Emotional Wellbeing Program At Westmead Private Hospital your maternal wellbeing is extremely important and integral to the maternity services they offer. Depression and anxiety during pregnancy and the first year of parenting (the perinatal period) affects 20% of mothers and 10% of fathers; almost 100,000 parents in Australia each year. Previously known as Postnatal Depression,…

There are some amazing parks across Sydney designed with older kids in mind, but with weekend sports, parties, work and other commitments, it's hard to have the time to visit them! If you are lucky enough to have a bit of spare time, why not check out one of these travel-worthy playgrounds.   Blaxland Riverside…

Located on the western side of Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park on Cowan Creek, Bobbin Head is a fantastic place for a family day out with so much on offer. In 2021 the playground had a huge upgrade and it has been a big hit among families. Not only is it fully fenced, but it has loads…

There's no doubt that we would all like to get our kids out in nature more often. What better way to do this than with a family-friendly bushwalk in our local area? Exercise in the fresh air, see new vegetation and maybe a waterfall - sounds perfect doesn't it? We have put together a list…

City Of Ryde would usually be gearing up for the Granny Smith Festival around this time of the year, but they've had to change their plans because of the current COVID-19 situation and lockdown. Instead, they'll be running free virtual workshops for kids and hosting online music events that can be enjoyed by the whole family from the comfort of…

We've done more bushwalking in the last two months than ever before in our life! But feeling rather lucky that our kids are older enough to enjoy it with us. However, little kids need not be left out! This bushwalk is awesome because it's pram friendly. It starts in Marsfield, heads through the Lane Cove…