Find a School: Public & Private Schools in Newcastle, Lake Macquarie & Hunter
Choose the best public or private school for your children in Newcastle, Lake Macquarie, Port Stephens and Hunter region.
Enjoy the Pools at Lakeside Leisure Centre Year-Round
Lakeside Leisure Centre, located at Raymond Terrace, is a fantastic aquatic centre to take kids of all ages, especially babies and toddlers.
Koala Spotting at Tilligerry Habitat in Port Stephens
If you’re looking for a unique day trip with the family, then head to Tilligerry Habitat, north of Newcastle. It’s one of the best places to spot koalas in the wild.
17 Amazing Things to Do in Port Stephens with Kids
Many things to do in beautiful Port Stephens NSW including dolphin cruises, koala encounter, hikes, sandboarding & beaches. So much fun for kids!
Exploring the Stockton Bight Sand Dunes
We’re so lucky in Newcastle to be surrounded by natural beauty and right on our doorstep, you’ll find one of the most spectacular natural environments, the Stockton Bight Sand Dunes. It’s a great destination for a family day out.
Get Away to Jimmys Beach in Hawks Nest
Nestled into a protected bay at the southern end of Hawks Nest at Port Stephens, Jimmys Beach is a little slice of paradise. It’s the perfect location for families planning a day trip or weekend away.
Best Ice Cream Shops in Newcastle, Lake Macquarie & Hunter
From gelato in a cup to a classic waffle cone, here’s our list of ice cream parlours to get an ice cream or gelato in Newcastle, Lake Macquarie and Hunter.
Get Up Close to Sharks and Rays at Irukandji Shark and Ray Encounters’ New Premises
Feed and pat the sharks and rays at Irukandji Shark and Ray Encounters in their new location in Anna Bay. Fun for the whole family.
Oakvale Wildlife Park: Get Up Close to Animals
Milk a cow, bottle-feed baby animals, ride a tractor-trailer and pat a koala. There’s so much fun for families at Oakvale Wildlife Park in Port Stephens.
4 Parks to Visit in the Raymond Terrace Area
If you are driving to or through the Raymond Terrace area, here are four great parks to check out.
Bike at The Bay: Family Bike Rides in Port Stephens
Go for a family bike ride at The Bay. Here are two great bike rides to enjoy with kids starting from Shoal Bay in Port Stephens.
Enjoy a Swim & Waterslide at Tomaree Aquatic Centre
Tomaree Aquatic Centre in Port Stephens is a great place to cool off on a hot day. It has a 50m pool, a kids pool, a wading pool plus a large waterslide.
Get Up Close to Jets at Fighter World
If your kids love planes, take them to Fighter World near the Williamtown RAAF base. There’s lots of planes to see and exhibits to enjoy.
Slide & Ride at Toboggan Hill Park
Can’t decide what to do with the kids this weekend? Visit Toboggan Hill Park to enjoy a toboggan ride, giant maze, rock climbing, kids bumper cars, mini golf, hot ice skating and jumping castles and much more.