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We are darn lucky to call the Illawarra home! With the beach on one side, escarpment (and its lookouts, bushwalks, flora and fauna) on the other and a plethora of great places to explore, kids in the Illawarra have the kind of childhood that’s not always possible in the big city. Here are 15 of […]
Looking for amazing things to do with the kids in Shoalhaven and South Coast of NSW? The weekend or school holidays arrive, the kids are whiney and you need to GET OUT! But where to go for the best family-friendly fun, an easy hour of Wollongong & Illawarra? So here are your best family friendly […]
We’ve rounded up 18 of the best, family & kid friendly bushwalks that Wollongong & Illawarra has to offer. Find the perfect nature walk for toddlers, ages 5-10years, teens and for those walking with prams. Parents Guide Illawarra helps you find the BEST things to do with kids in Wollongong, Shellharbour & Kiama. We think […]
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 […]
The South Coast of NSW has so many beautiful, family-friendly holiday getaways. If you are looking for family accommodation, family day trips, or kid friendly destinations on the South Coast of NSW, let us inspire you! Here at Parents Guide Illawarra, we’re all about the best things to do with kids in Wollongong, Shellharbour to Kiama, Shoalhaven […]
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 […]
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 […]