Tales and trails in the Sunshine Coast Hinterland

Looking for a low-cost day blended with a little sneaky literacy? Pack a picnic rug and your library card for a scenic Hinterland trip your toddler will love. When planning a day trip with young children, a library might not be the first venue that comes to mind. Yet...
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The swim school that’s been making waves for over 8 decades

Almost every detail at Shapland Swim School has been shaped by one simple question: what helps children learn best? From classes capped at just three children and purpose-built multi-depth pools to focused 20-minute lessons and warm 32°C magnesium mineral water, the...
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Play Away on Carnival: Why a Cruise Holiday Is the Smartest Family Getaway You’ll Book This Year

If you've ever priced up a family holiday, you know the drill. The flights are one line item. Accommodation is another. Then there are meals for four (or five, or six) three times a day, plus whatever activities you've promised the kids to keep the peace. By the time...
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Where to Celebrate New Year’s Eve with Kids on the Sunshine Coast

If you’re looking for fun, family-friendly ways to celebrate New Year’s Eve with kids, the Sunshine Coast has you sorted. This year, locals and holidaymakers can enjoy fireworks, entertainment, food trucks and early-evening events across three major locations —...
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Family New Year’s resolutions: How to practice goal setting with kids

With the new year just around the corner, it’s the perfect time to practice goal setting with your little ones! Learning how to set goals offers a variety of benefits regardless of age, as it encourages the development of time management skills, focus, purpose, and...
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New Year 2023-24 – FREE family friendly celebrations on the Gold Coast

Looking for where to celebrate New Year's Eve 2023/24 with the kids? The Gold Coast has plenty of family-friendly NYE 23 events happening for those who like to be tucked up in bed before midnight! And they are all FREE! Read on for a list of all the free NYE 23/24...
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