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

Category: School Aged

Dec 14
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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Nov 10
Best Sheltered Beaches & Swimming Spots in Wollongong & Illawarra on Windy Days

Looking for the best sheltered places to swim in Wollongong and the Illawarra when it’s windy? We’ve got you covered. No one likes being blasted with sand, kids and adults alike! Here at Parents Guide Illawarra (the local authority on best things to do with kids!), we’ve pulled together the top sheltered beaches and swim […]

Aug 27
Kid’s Disability Support Programs Illawarra and Shellharbour. How KidsWish can help…

Here at Parents Guide Illawarra, we love sharing support for local families. Especially for those living with children’s disability and illness. Because it can be lonely, expensive and tough trying to attend mainstream programs, classes and events. Let us shortcut you to some incredible programs and an inclusive community. So, hello KidsWish! KidsWish are a […]

Jun 15
Guide to Cringilla Hills Recreation Park, Bike Tracks & Playground

Cringilla HIlls, one of Wollongong’s newest playgrounds completed in 2022. It was designed to be all inclusive, from ‘bumpy’ frog out the front to the outrageous pump track it’s a great time for all. With this Illawarra playground, bike & BMX track, walking trails and picnic spots, pack your bikes, kids and mates for a […]

Mar 20
Weight Loss Clinic Wollongong – Specialising in Peri Menopause / Sanctuary By Thrive

Why do we gain weight during peri menopause & menopause – despite trying everything? Parents Guide Illawarra asked the experts from Sanctuary by Thrive, Wollongong’s leading clinic for weight loss for perimenopausal and menopausal women. Dr. Jemima Grant and team offer medically supervised, evidence-based, personalised weight management plans. Sustainable effective weight loss results comes from […]

Feb 05
Your Guide to Catholic Schools in the Illawarra

Catholic Schools in Wollongong/Illawarra and all you need to know. When it comes to your child’s education, the right school can make a world of difference. If you’re a parent in the Illawarra region and want to see your child thrive at school, exploring a Catholic education for your child is certainly worthwhile. In this […]

Apr 14
Kids’ Vision Problems & Screen Use. What Parents Need To Know. Bulk Billed Eye Tests Wollongong

Is screen use damaging your child’s eyes and vision? When should you get your kids’ eyes tested? Where do you get kids Bulk Billing eye tests in Wollongong? Or for a bulk-billed eye test for Illawarra adults if you’re squinting to read this! Here’s what you need to know about caring for your kids’ eyes […]

Mar 27
What to do with Kids in Autumn. Enjoy the cooler weather in the Illawarra

There are so many creative, wonderful ways for families to enjoy Autumn and Winter across Wollongong and the Illawarra! Parents Guide Illawarra have collated free and cost effective ‘family QT’ ideas – so your kids can have fun. Here’s how your family can enjoy the changing of the seasons together… Also, we’ve got Autumn School […]

Feb 04
Back to School Anxiety. 3 Things that Help

If you’re a parent or a carer of a child with back-to-school anxiety, you are not alone! Here are three things that help children cope better with school transition. This back to school anxiety advice is from a credible source, Olivia Mackay from Olivia Mackay Therapy. Olivia is a therapist who works with children and […]

Dec 18
3 Ways Illawarra Households save on Energy Bills

Smart Energy Solutions for Busy Families: Save Money, Save The Planet With inflation nipping at our hip pockets and energy bills set to rise, we all want to cut as much off our bills as humanly possible. One of the smarter ways to save money is to save money on your energy bills. The gas […]