Best Kids & Family-Friendly Markets in Wollongong & the Illawarra

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Oct 04
Best Kids & Family-Friendly Markets in Wollongong & the Illawarra

Looking for the best family-friendly markets in Wollongong and the Illawarra? Discover kids markets across Wollongong and Shellharbour with activities, entertainment, pre-loved bargains, great food and gorgeous locations – plus a few Shoalhaven markets worth the drive that are perfect for turning your market visit into a family day trip. Here at Parents Guide Illawarra, […]

Oct 01
Family Christmas Guide: Christmas Markets, Lights, Carols, Meet Santa & Kids Gift Ideas in Illawarra

Searching for magical Christmas lights, local Christmas markets, Santa photo’s, Carols or kid’s gift ideas? Here at Parents Guide Illawarra, we’ve wrapped up the best of Christmas events in Wollongong, Shellharbour, Kiama and Illawarra wide! Get inspired for family fun times this season. We’ve included many free Christmas events too. Pssst, Christmas is amazing, but […]

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Sep 28
Wills & Estate Lawyers Wollongong: How to Contest a Will & Family Provision Claim Checklist

Worried you’ve been left out of a Will or haven’t been properly provided for? ALG’s Wills and Estate Lawyers in Wollongong explain who can contest a Will in NSW, what a Family Provision Claim is and the first steps to take. Here at Parents Guide Illawarra, we provide trusted local information for all stages of […]

Sep 23
Separating? Wollongong’s Top Family Lawyers share what you need to know…

Where to start when you are separating? Here’s a separation and divorce checklist from ALG – Wollongong’s trusted family lawyers. It covers what you need to consider when seperating with kids, finances and what you are entitled to. Here at Parents Guide Illawarra, we help you navigate all stages of family life. The sad reality […]

Sep 21
Pregnant? Check out this FREE new baby bundle you get in NSW – it’s awesome!

You are pregnant? CONGRATS! We have some more lovely news for you – share this far and wide with your fellow ‘up the duff’ community in NSW! Courtesy of an initiative from the NSW Government – The Baby Bundle bag – a FREE Baby Bundle designed to support the health, development and well-being of your […]

Sep 21
Best School Formal Venues and Packages. Wollongong & Illawarra: Your Ultimate Guide

Planning a School Formal or Graduation in the Illawarra? Discover our best school formal packages and perfect venues in Wollongong, Shellharbour and Kiama. Create the perfect graduation event for your school and students. Whether you’re looking for a beachfront location, a modern ballroom, or a stylish waterfront setting, we’ve rounded up our top school formal […]

Sep 21
Parenting Support Services for Baby Sleep, Settling & Post-Natal Depression – Illawarra & Wollongong

Discover parenting, baby and post natal support services in Wollongong, Shellharbour and Illawarra wide. Parents Guide Illawarra helps you find what’s on and support locally, including expertise on baby sleep, settling, feeding or to help manage post natal depression (PND). We know parenthood is an incredible journey, but the adjustment and sleep disturbances can be […]

Sep 21
What to do in Wollongong with a baby. New Parents Guide to The Illawarra

What to do with your baby in Illawarra and Wollongong and how to meet other new parents and mums! As of 14 weeks ago, I officially became a “local mum” following the birth of my daughter Lenny. For all the new parents reading this, I firstly want to say the biggest well done to you […]

Sep 21
Best Illawarra Suburbs for Families

Living in Wollongong and the surrounding suburbs is like living in paradise; there are many suburbs with pros and cons. Here at Parents’ Guide Illawarra, we have chosen fifteen of the best suburbs for families to consider. We look at amenities, schools, a sense of community and all the important things you need to look […]

Sep 16
Best Fenced and Gated Playgrounds in the Illawarra and Wollongong

Discover enclosed playgrounds and gated parks in Wollongong and the Illawarra. Read on for perfect outside play places for toddlers or runners. We’ve got your family needs covered at Parents Guide Illawarra. We’ve all been there. Desperate to get the kids out of the house (and even more so, desperate for a caffeine hit) but […]