Merry Christmas or Stressy Christmas?

12 Dec 2016

Merry Christmas or Stressy Christmas?

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By Juliet Rogers

You got up at 5am to put the bird in the oven, peel the veg and decorate the table. You’re knackered having only gotten to bed at 1…

19 Oct 2016

World Mental Health Day Series: Depression

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I thought I knew my emotions. I thought I would know if I was depressed having experienced depression previously. I thought it would be obvious. But i…

13 Oct 2016

Mental Health Day Series: Anxiety and Panic Attacks

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By Anonymous

My mental health issues first began when I was made redundant during my first pregnancy. My relationship was very rocky at the time as well and w…

13 Oct 2016

World Mental Health Day Series Round-Up

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”Mental health is about wellness rather than illness”

Having read the four mental health experiences from local mums, including;

Story 1- P…

12 Oct 2016

World Mental Health Day Series: Family Stress

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By Anonymous

I have never shared my feelings or thoughts with anyone before, including my husband/families and best friend. I’m have not been medic…

10 Oct 2016

World Mental Health Day Series: Peri Natal Depression

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by anonymous

“You will be an awesome mother, you know what to do – you’re a midwife”. That was the comment I received my whole pregnancy. I always den…

6 Oct 2016

World Mental Health Day Series

by RDM | posted in: Health & Fitness, Life | 0

Today, 10th October, is World Mental Health Day. A day when we are encouraged to think about our own mental health, as well as others, to raise awareness of th…

What’s On

Sat October 21, 2017

St Mary's Rydalmere Fete
21/10/2017 - 21/10/2018 @ 9:30 am - 2:30 pm

Every two years, St Mary’s Rydalmere holds a fete on the school grounds.

This is a fantastic family day aimed at bringing our community together, celebrating the achievements of talented St Mary’s students and raising much needed funds for the St Mary’s community.

The St Mary’s Rydalmere Fete will be held on Saturday 21st October 2017 from 9:30am – 2:30pm.

The day promises to be jam packed with fun, entertainment, rides, great food and activities for the young and young at heart!

The Fete will give everyone attending a taste of the school’s strong community spirit, with sponsors, supporters, families and community groups coming together to raise funds for St Mary’s Rydalmere, whilst enjoying a great family day out.

Sun October 22, 2017

Disney Singalongs, Event Cinemas Top Ryde
22/10/2017 @ 12:00 am

The Disney Sing-along Season is coming to the big screen from 7 October until 29 October and features all your Disney favourites including Moana, Beauty & the Beast, The Little Mermaid and Frozen.

Tickets are just $10* each so it’s the perfect day out for you to belt out your favourite!

• Moana 7 – 8 October
• Beauty and the Beast 14-15 October
• The Little Mermaid 21 – 22 October
• Frozen 28 – 29 October

Tickets on sale now: https://www.eventcinemas.com.au/Promotions/DisneySingalongSeason

End times are approximate.

Frenchs Forest Organic Markets
22/10/2017 @ 8:00 am - 1:00 pm

Weekly gourmet food and produce market, specializing in Certified Organic and fresh produce, probably turning over the largest amount of fruit and veggies on a market in Australia! A full range of delicious gourmet produce is available as well as crafts plants flowers environment and eco products fair trade and delightfully unique individual and personally produced goods.

For more information visit: https://www.facebook.com/FrenchsForestMarket/

Rozelle Collectors Markets
22/10/2017 @ 9:00 am - 3:00 pm

The Rozelle Collectors Market is Sydney’s favourite outdoor second hand, bric-a-brac and antique market. Stallholders have been selling their pre-loved wares to an ever expanding audience in the grounds of the Rozelle Public School for over 20 years and the Rozelle Markets have developed a reputation as a brilliant spot for a poke about, a catch up with friends and place to bag some unique finds.

This convenient open air market operates every Saturday and Sunday, year round, and offers a beautiful outdoor setting alongside the historical buildings of the Rozelle Public School. The Markets are often listed as a must-do market experience for Sydneysiders and tourists from interstate and overseas.

Browse a huge range of pre-loved antiques, collectibles, fashion, jewellery, art and music, all while being entertained by top notch local performers. And when you’re in need of a break, local artisanal providores and international food stalls offer a delicious range of great value food.

Cockatoo Island Family Fun Day
22/10/2017 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm

Go on a Cockatoo Island Adventure
hosted by the National Maritime Museum

The Australian National Maritime Museum is inviting families to go on a Cockatoo Island Adventure when it hosts its annual Family Fun Day on Cockatoo Island 10am – 4pm, Sunday 22 October. Held in partnership with the Harbour Trust, families will enjoy a free day of fun with DJ and dance zones, character tours, steam crane demonstrations, storytelling and much more.

A full day of fun is planned for all the family with activities for kids aged two and up including:

11am – 3pm – Kids on Deck- Rats, Bats and Bunting Tossers–

Play, create and discover in Kids on Deck with creative art making, games and dress ups. Spy through the periscopes, raise the signal flags and learn secret semaphore codes as we salute to all things navy and nautical inspired by the historic cockatoo island shipyards.

Make your own model submarine or battleship, craft a souvenir badge, some bat bunting, or design a temporary tattoo. Play dress-up in sailor style!

11am – 3.30pm – Face Painting- sea creatures, sailors and swashbucklers
Have your pirate face, sailor tattoos or sea creatures painted on.

10.30am – 2pm– Bubbles and Beats
Enjoy spectacular interactive bubble art performances and dance the day away with sweet DJ beats

11.30am, 12.30pm and 2pm Ship Shape– hula hooping performance and workshop
30 minute sessions
Kick, jump, jitterbug and twirl with the crew from Swingout Sydney in interactive swing dancing performances and workshops.

12.15pm, 2.45pm – Saltwater Stories
Join D’harawal knowledge keeper Shannon Foster for stories, weaving and an animal encounter.

1.30pm, 2.30pm – Jannawi Dance Clan Performances
Enjoy the stunning fusion of modern and traditional dance styles with Jannawi Dance Clan as they pay tribute to Cockatoo Island’s rich Aboriginal history.

1pm and 3pm – Crooked Characters and Colonial Escapades Tour
Crooked Characters of Cockatoo Island and other Colonial Escapades is an hour-long family friendly journey into the hilarious and fascinating underbelly of Australia’s colonial and recent history and mythologies. Capacity is strictly limited so be sure to register at the visitors centre on arrival.

10.30 – 11.30am and 2pm- 3pm – Photo Ops with Blinky the lighthouse
Have your photo taken with our adorable inflatable lighthouse.
Share your pics with @anmmuseum @cockatooisland #familyfunday

10.30am, 11.30am, 12.30pm, 1.30pm & 2.30pm – Steam Crane Demonstrations
Installed on Cockatoo Island in the early 1900’s and of exceptional heritage significance, this Travelling Steam Crane is a rare example of early steam powered cranes and amongst the oldest in Australia. Check out the demonstrations and see how steam power ruled.

Activity Trails
All day- self guided
Pick up a trail from the visitors centre and explore the Island’s fascinating histories.

The Cockatoo Island Adventures family fun day is free and is a collaboration between the Australian National Maritime Museum and the Harbour Trust. Be sure to pick up your family fun map on arrival to plan your day’s adventure. For further information about Cockatoo Island including how to get there visit www.cockatooisland.gov.au.