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  • Family life,  Father's Day,  Parties & celebrations

    Quick and easy homemade Father’s Day gifts he will be happy to receive

    August 25, 2024

    Here are some quick and easy homemade Father's Day gifts that the kids can make (and Dad will be happy to receive!).

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  • Eating out,  Free to do,  Playgrounds

    Reedy Care Op Shop, Cafe & Playground – Reedy Creek

    August 22, 2024

    Reedy Care Op Shop is more than just a second hand goods store - it's also a great little community spot with plenty on offer for families! Drop in for coffee & cake while the kids play in the playground, visit on a playgroup day to make new friends, or pick up a couple of bargain priced toys, clothes and books for yourself or the kids.

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  • Eating out,  Family life

    Cafe 63, Coomera

    July 31, 2024

    You'll find Café 63 tucked away in the Backyard precinct at Westfield Coomera, and for those in the know, this is a popular spot! With extended trading hours of 5.30am - 9pm, we often visit when we've had an early morning start. It's a quiet spot, with a huge menu, great prices and a huge playground right beside it! 

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  • Animals,  Eating out,  Family adventures,  Free to do,  Nature play,  Playgrounds,  Tweed/Byron

    The Farm Byron Bay

    July 1, 2024

    The Farm Byron Bay is one of those spots that has everything, and can easily keep you occupied for a few hours when you visit. With a working farm, playground, plant nursery, sustainable market garden, restaurant, bakery, gelato stall and florist, there is plenty here to explore.

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  • Animals,  Eating out,  Nature play,  Tweed/Byron

    Farm & Co, Cudgen

    June 22, 2024

    Farm & Co at Cudgen is home to a Farm Shop, Restaurant and sunflower fields! Wander the veggie fields, swing on a hammock, say hello to the rescue pigs and see the free range chickens. Pick your sunflowers and grab a coffee from the Farm Shop.

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  • Eating out

    Kokomo Kitchen + Bar, Coomera

    June 10, 2024

    Kokomo Kitchen + Bar is a waterfront cafe in Coomera, situated inside The BoatWorks. It's a quirky little venue with a tropical vibe, overlooking the super yachts and Coomera River.

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  • Eating out,  Family life

    Gathering Co, Robina

    June 3, 2024

    Gathering Co is a delightful family friendly cafe in Robina, serving delicious food in a beautiful setting - with a fenced playground to boot!

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  • Eating out,  Family life

    BSKT Nobby Beach

    May 18, 2024

    BSKT (pronounced biscuit) opened in 2013 as a family orientated and puppy friendly cafe that caters to all dietary types. Situated right beside Nobby Beach, BSKT has delicious food, ample indoor and outdoor seating and a fenced children's play area, making it a popular destination for locals.

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  • Eating out,  Family life

    The Boathouse Tavern, Coomera

    May 14, 2024

    The Boathouse Tavern at Coomera is family friendly dining in a tropical setting! Surrounded by beautiful water features, fire torches and cabana huts, it's the perfect place for a meal with the family. The kids will love the jumping castle and the games room!

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  • Eating out,  Free to do,  Playgrounds

    Burleigh Op Shop & Coffee Kiosk

    April 30, 2024

    The Burleigh Op Shop is a great little spot to stop for a coffee and catch up with friends. While there are no bells and whistles here, you can get a great coffee, the playground is fenced, and it's a nice shady spot to sit and chat while the kids play!

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@summerland_farm is a beautiful macadamia and avoc @summerland_farm is a beautiful macadamia and avocado farm set high in Alstonville in the Ballina-Byron hinterland. Taste the region’s delicious produce, meet the farm animals and enjoy a day in the country on a real Australian working farm.

Entry is just $5/child and $3/adult, which includes all-day access to the Adventure Park at Summerland Farm, perfect for families, little explorers, and anyone looking to enjoy the great outdoors in a beautiful farm setting! The Adventure Park includes:
• The waterpark - cool off and splash around in the fun, interactive water play zone, perfect for sunny days and little adventurers
• The Adventure Playground - let imaginations run wild in this large, nature-inspired playground featuring climbing structures, swings, slides and more. 

The fun doesn't stop there however! Add on a range of animal experiences like cow feeding or mini farmyard snuggles for $5pp, or alpaca encounters for $7! These experiences are definitely the highlight of any visit to Summerland Farm. We did both the Paddock Encounter and the Animal Encounter.

Be sure to also browse the beautiful emporium of North Coast deliciousness (including Summerland Farm's own delectable range!), and grab a bite to eat from the delicious seasonal menu  showcasing fresh ingredients sourced from the Ballina-Byron food bowl, and fresh from the farm.

Summerland Farm is open 7 days, the Restaurant 8am – 3pm and Retail & Activities 9am – 4pm.
@paradiseresortgc has officially launched its high @paradiseresortgc has officially launched its highly anticipated Vacay Your Way campaign, giving Aussie families even more reasons to plan their next getaway.  With three tailored packages to suit every type of traveller, and travel available on selected dates until 18 September 2026, you don’t want to miss this! All packages include complimentary kids club sessions, daily breakfast, and exclusive discounts on fun like laser tag and ice skating!

With great family friendly rooms, and all the facilities you can dream of, @paradiseresortgc is the ultimate family vacay. There’s the water park, swimming pool, outdoor playground, basketball court, kids club, arcade, nightly entertainment, indoor playground – that’s not even everything!

From those craving a short mini-break to families ready to tick off major theme parks, Vacay Your Way is all about choice. There are flexible travel dates until September next year and just a 10% deposit to book, so lock in that quality time together now.  Visit https://paradiseresort.com.au/vacay-your-way-2025 to book your Vacay Your Way package today.

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Schuster Park at Tallebudgera is a Jungle themed p Schuster Park at Tallebudgera is a Jungle themed park best suited to children aged 4 and over. With a heavy focus on climbing, each playground piece has a number of climbing nets leading to slides, towers and platforms.

A key feature of this playground are the two mega slides off the main tower. Kids can climb the two stories to the top, and make their way back down on the twisty mega slide! For younger children, there is a smaller version of the main tower, with a single platform and smaller tunnel slide to conquer. The playground is connected by a series of nature paths, with balance beams, jumping posts, sand paths and stepping stones all enticing children to explore. Along the main sand based nature path there are some drums and musical flowers – speak into one and see where your voice travels to! There is a swing set as well as a basket swing for the swing lovers.

Schuster Park is set alongside Tallebudgera Creek and is part of a larger parklands. There is also a toilet block right beside the playground, and four picnic tables under shelters with 2 bbqs available.
Ronnie Long Park in Tallebudgera is the perfect sp Ronnie Long Park in Tallebudgera is the perfect spot if you're looking for a unicorn that has it all! Playground + Cafe + Beach = Bliss!! It even has toilets 🚻 

Visit during the week if you can, it's very busy here on weekends. But if you can find your parking spot you can settle in for the day! First, visit @beansurfingcafe and pick up coffee and snacks, then hit up the TWO playgrounds! Wander down to the beach for a swim when you're ready, and take a stroll along the oceanway. Finish it off with lunch or dinner at @tallesurfclub.

Popular with walkers and beach-goers, this is no hidden gem, but absolutely deserving of its popularity!

#goldcoastkids #kidsonthecoast #goldcoast
Have you heard about the City of Gold Coast Skate Have you heard about the City of Gold Coast Skate and BMX Facility plan? It focuses on upgrading local skate facilities, building new facilities, and puts in place a plan to make the GC a front-runner in skate and BMX facilities, attracting international events. The planning and design stage will run during 2025-26 and construction should commence in 2026-27.

So, who is getting some love!? New pump tracks are being considered at Runaway Bay Sports Precinct, and Betty Diamond Sports Complex (Bilinga), with a district-level pump track planned for Southport, potentially at Carey Park (Arena precinct).

Upgrades or revamps are coming for:
• Arundel Mini Ramp – maintenance and potential upgrade
• Keith Hunt Park Half Pipe – maintenance 
• Driftwood Park BMX Facility – upgrade
• Abbott Park BMX Track – maintenance 
• Silver Bridle Park - removal and new facility
• Helensvale Skate Park – upgrade

Thanks to Jenna Schroeder - Gold Coast Community Advocate for sharing a summary of the Council meeting minutes regarding this plan earlier this year.
The @historicrivermill has long been a favourite o The @historicrivermill has long been a favourite of Gold Coast families, we've been coming here for 7 years now after one of my first mother's group meet ups back in 2018!!

With an onsite cafe, beautiful green grounds, animals to feed and a playground for the kids, this is one spot that is always a family favourite. If you're visiting for breakfast or lunch bring your patience and relax and enjoy the peaceful surroundings as it's usually very busy and can be a wait for meals.

You can pick up turtle food for $4, or feed the alpacas, sheep and deer with a cup of animal feed also $4. A new addition to the Rivermill is the jumping castle, tickets can be purchased for $4 per child.

Please be aware that they have recently introduced an admission fee on weekends and it is now $4.75 for adults and $2.75 for children 5yrs+. Weekday admission is still free.
Come and experience the magic of winter at @summer Come and experience the magic of winter at @summerland_farm Winter Food Festival! This family friendly event is taking place on July 12th from 11am to 7pm, offering something for the whole family. Entry is only $2 for adults or $1 for kids! Explore a variety of food vendors serving up delicious seasonal treats and browse market stalls filled with unique finds. 

Keep the energy alive with live music on stage, creating a warm and festive atmosphere throughout the day. Plus, enjoy a range of family-friendly entertainment for visitors young and old. There’s laser tag, a silent disco, animal encounters and more! (additional fees may apply).

Whether you're coming for the food, the music, or the fun, the Winter Food Festival is the perfect way to celebrate the season with your loved ones. Don't miss out on a day packed with great flavours, lively entertainment, and unforgettable family moments. 

Send off the school holidays in style with this family day out! Hands up if we'll see you there?
[AD] Have you been to @zonebowlingau with the kids [AD] Have you been to @zonebowlingau with the kids before? This was the BEST way to spend time as a family, creating memories, and of course having a little friendly competition. 

Catering to everyone, it doesn't matter whether you're a first-timer or experienced, and the kids can have as much fun as the adults, thanks to the bumpers and ramps! With indoor alleys accompanied by today's hottest tunes, each roll, strike, and spare amplifies the fun. 

Zone Bowling is a destination of FUN experiences for the whole family, so jump online to zonebowling.com to find your local venue, book a lane and go bowling with your friends or family now!

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Livvi's Place at Goorimahbah – Place of Stories Livvi's Place at Goorimahbah – Place of Stories is an inclusive playspace by @tweedshirecouncil. Located at Jack Evans Boat Harbour, it is FULLY FENCED and features equipment for all ages and abilities to play! 

Set along the foreshore with water views, you'll find so much packed into this playground. There are 2 climbing towers with interactive play equipment, including binoculars and sound tubes, a carousel, a double flying fox, multiple swings, a wide slide for 2 people, suspended rope bridge and an enclosed slide. There is also water and sand play, carved wooden animals, a water pump and sand table. When we visited recently the flying fox and water pumps were in need of repair, so hopefully these are fixed soon!

There are barbecues, shaded seating and shaded grass mounds to encourage social gatherings and picnics, and you'll find public toilets nearby. Parking is on the street, and is plentiful so aside from busy weekends should be easily accessible.
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