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  The end of a school year can be an exciting time for children. Christmas is on the horizon and it’s a long holiday period to play and chill out. For parents, it can be a hopeful time; catching up with extended family; time to see friends; and a celebratory time leading to Christmas. For…

  Looking for childcare or know someone who is? Meadowbank Multipurpose Learning Centre could just be the perfect option for your child.   Meadowbank Multipurpose Learning Centre is a high-quality childcare centre boasting beautiful grounds and a culturally and linguistically diverse service. Their outdoor area is large and spacious, providing children with plenty of space to…

by Kate Sawtschuk of NoMeatAndThreeVeg   For those who think that vegan food is all about hipsters (I’m vegan and I’m not one), expensive and trendy food fads (acai or maca powder don’t feature in my world) and deprivation (I’m pretty sure #dessertforbreakfast was created by vegans), think again! It can be easy to prepare,…

 Whether it's decorating your own or attending a class, we've compiled a list of all the places you can get your gingerbread house making on.   Captivate Presbyterian Church, North Ryde An afternoon of gingerbread house making with a side of gingerbeer and nibbles. Who: Captivate Presbyterian Church When: Saturday 8th December 2018, 1- 3pm…

  Would you consider your child to be a bit of a ninja warrior? In that case, Dunbar Park playground might be perfect for them! The set up provides a great little course that the kids can practice over and over again. #bingo Dunbar park is home to Ryde Little Athletics and an athletics field…

  Setting limits with our children can be difficult. Kids push the limits daily, they know our triggers and what we react to. We step in and try to fix their problems. We want our children to love us, we want our children to be our friend. We want to be their hero. But this…

  From birthday parties, christenings, corporate functions, school fetes, open days and everything in between, a magic show can be the perfect form of entertainment for young and old! Jullian Bull, Sydney's favourite children's magician, has spent the last 11 years perfecting the art of Magic and has created a spectacular show that will wow…

Finding the right childcare centre can be stressful, long waiting lists and difficult choices, but for the past 20 years one small, high-quality childcare centre has stood out from the crowd. Farran Street Quality Child Care Centre is a private long day care centre that has been operating for over 20 years in a quiet…

by Kate Sawtschuk   When my dad died earlier this year, I would wryly respond to anyone who inquired how I was coping: "I'm OK - you can't lie in the foetal position in a dark corner when you have kids to look after!". Yep. Especially when they ask for a snack every twelve minutes! …

Have you been looking for a family home and haven't quite found the one yet? Michael Dowling from McGrath Ryde has over 10 years experience in the local real estate market and has a young (and growing!) family himself, so understands what families need. He also has a buyers agent in his team who is available…

by Juliet Rogers   We love a bit of craft in our house. These craft ideas have been inspired by Halloween and were lots of fun to prepare!   Ghostly Treats Materials Lollipops Tissues Rubber bands Black pen   Instructions Take a lollipop and wrap it in a tissue with the sweet part in the…

  Upgraded October 2018, Forest Park on Blaxland Road is small but nifty and seems to be best suited to older kids aged 4 and above (younger kids may not be able to reach or use the equipment). There is, however, a baby/toddler swing to keep those little ones happy! The playground has a lovely…