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Our Parents Guide Illawarra toddler guide, is written by a local mum. Here she shares great local insight on getting out and about with toddlers in the Illawarra. Discover the best things to do with toddler and young kids Wollongong wide. With our thanks to local mum Alyssa Vaartjes for her ‘best of Illawarra toddler […]
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 […]
Discover Illawarra, Shellharbour & Wollongong’s best playgrounds and parks. Parents Guide Illawarra has reviewed our top playgrounds, play spaces and kids parks.. We hope you enjoy them as much as we do! We have award winning, inclusive, diverse, enclosed and amazing playgrounds you will love. If you love our guide below, you will also love […]
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 […]
Discover the best playgrounds, parks and beaches in Shellharbour and surrounds including Oak Flats, Barrack Heights & more. Plus the best things to do with kids in and around Shellharbour & Shellcove. It’s an incredible place for family’s and kids to live, explore and enjoy! We’ll short cut you to where to take kids and […]
There are so many amazing parks and playgrounds in our beautiful part of the world! Here at Parent’s Guide Illawarra, we have searched for the best toddler-friendly playgrounds in Wollongong and the Illawarra. As a local mum writing for Parents Guide Illawarra, I’ve seen my kids tackle all the play equipment, and they all got […]
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, […]
Thinking about homeschooling your kids in the beautiful Illawarra region? You’re not alone – and you’re definitely not stuck doing it solo at the kitchen table! Whether you’re just curious about homeschooling or already knee-deep in lesson plans, we’ve pulled together all the essentials to help you get started, stay inspired, and (most importantly) have […]
Want a quiet nature-based holiday park on the NSW South Coast that families, couples and older travellers love? Hello Holiday Haven Swan Lake! Located in Cudmirrah in the Shoalhaven, Holiday Haven Swan Lake is a super peaceful setting, with clean amenities and relaxed community atmosphere. Families, couples and grey nomads all happily mingle here, coming […]
Looking for a South Coast NSW holiday park with beach and river access, with family-friendly fun built in? Hello Holiday Haven Shoalhaven Heads on the NSW South Coast, one hour from Wollongong and 2 hours from Sydney. Perfect for an easy midweek or weekend getaway with kids or friends. Holiday Haven are leading the charge […]