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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 […]
Review of Treetops Adventure Nowra: An exhilarating outdoor adventure park, just south of Wollongong. My kids have begged to go for ages, so here’s all you need to know! This top South Coast NSW Park offers a range of thrilling activities, including tree-climbing courses, zip lines, and rope challenges, making it a fantastic destination for […]
Looking for Wollongong Schools for Autism, where your neuro diverse child can thrive? ASPIRE is a dedicated Illawarra School for students with an intellectual disability and/or Autism Spectrum Disorder Diagnosis (ASD). ASPIRE is Cedars Christian College’s Primary School for Special Purpose and children with Autism. It’s located 10 minutes south of Wollongong and is for […]
Looking for the best ways to celebrate Mother’s Day in Wollongong, Shellharbour and the Illawarra, Sunday 10 May? Whether you’re planning Mother’s Day lunch, searching for gift ideas, browsing local markets, booking a relaxing wellness experience, or planning a family day out, there are so many beautiful ways to spoil Mum locally. At Parents Guide […]
Looking for one of the best holiday parks in Ulladulla where you can park the car, walk everywhere, and keep the kids entertained? Holiday Haven Ulladulla is a standout choice on the NSW South Coast. Set just above Ulladulla Harbour, this park combines location, family-friendly facilities and easy access to town in a way few […]
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 […]
Fire Station Open Day is on Saturday May 9, 2026, 10am to 2pm. Visit your nearest Fire Station Open Day in Wollongong, Shellharbour, Kiama and Illawarra! It’s an unmissable day of meeting our wonderful local firefighters: expect live demonstrations, a close-up look at the trucks and gear, and the chance to meet your local crews […]
Considering a Wollongong Private or Catholic School, but wondering which Illawarra school is best for your unique child? There are many factors to consider when choosing the right school. Parents Guide have simplified the process by researching the best Wollongong & Illawarra Private & Catholic Schools. We look at the unique benefits, values, open days, […]
Wollongong and the Illawarra offer remarkable school excursion venues, programs and sites. These inspire learning and breathe fresh air into the curriculum. There are great educational, cultural, and creative excursions options for preschools, primary and high schools. Planning school trips or excursions is a vital part of educating students. Find inspiration here to combine the […]
Looking for free parenting support services online or parenting support in Shellharbour and the Illawarra? Wondering where to find parenting support near you, or what help is actually available? We get it – because we’ve been there too. Here at Parents Guide Illawarra, we help local parents find what’s on, including family support. We’re local […]