Looking for a great local park to host a kids’ birthday party? There are SO many fantastic playgrounds around Ryde and surrounding suburbs, but when you’re organising an actual party, a playground alone isn’t enough. You need somewhere to put the food and cake,...
The school holidays are just around the corner and our awesome School Holidays Activities Guide is just what you need to get organised! Check out our guide to all the fun your kids will need these school holidays! Book ASAP, they fill up fast. Click the images below...
With summer just around the corner, now is the perfect time for the whole family to build confidence, improve their skills and enjoy more time in the water. Macquarie University Sport & Aquatic Centre offers two main swimming programs - Learn to Swim and Swim...
Water play, a fantastic playground, an enormous sandpit, coffee and beautiful waterfront views — Pirrama Park in Pyrmont is a brilliant spot for a family day out. Set within a spacious 1.8-hectare harbourside park, Pirrama Park Playground has something for a good...
Ian Potter Children’s Wild Play Garden in Centennial Park - now THIS is serious nature play! The $4 million play space opened in late 2017 and spans an impressive 6,500sqm in the heart of Centennial Park. Check out our reel! More than a traditional...
Spring has arrived and there’s loads happening this September! From huge street festivals and fireworks to markets, cultural celebrations, rides and family fun days, here’s our guide to what’s on around Ryde and surrounds – in date order! Lane Cove Festival...
We visited Little Zak’s Academy Dundas Valley, which has been open for around two years and offers early education and care for children aged 0–6 years in a purpose-built, 76-place centre. With four dedicated classrooms, four outdoor spaces, an on-site chef and a...
Melrose Central is celebrating its grand opening with free family fun from Saturday 29th August, and it's the big one! Expect free face painting, balloon art, kids’ story time, a traditional Lion Dance, K-Pop performers, giveaways and even 300 free scoops of Anita...
Ryde District Mums Facebook Chat Group voted and the results are in – here are RDM's favourite breakfast spots around Ryde for 2026! From relaxed neighbourhood cafés and family-friendly park locations to impressive brunch menus and excellent coffee, these local...