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  • Family adventures,  Free to do,  Playgrounds

    Ormeau Community Centre Playground, Ormeau

    October 17, 2023

    The Ormeau Community Centre Playground is a great playground for kids aged 2 years and up. A small playground, yet hugely popular for being fully fenced, shade covered, toilets onsite and having equipment for varying ages and abilities. You're bound to find other families here too, so it's a great opportunity for kids to play!

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  • Bikes & wheels,  Family adventures,  Playgrounds

    Abbott Park, Parkwood

    October 13, 2023

    Abbott Park at Parkwood is home to a fun learn to ride track, as well as two older style playgrounds, a BMX track, a basketball court and a dog off leash park.

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  • Family adventures,  Free to do,  Nature play,  Tweed/Byron

    Fingal Head Coastal Walk & Lighthouse

    August 29, 2023

    The coastal walk along Fingal Head where the lighthouse sits, has to be one of my favourite! With minimal crowds, picture perfect views and plenty of spots to sit and relax, this is a great family friendly coastal walk. Points of attraction here include the Fingal Head Lighthouse, built in 1872, and Australia's very own Giants Causeway.

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  • Family adventures,  Playgrounds

    Warrandyte Park, Upper Coomera

    August 25, 2023

    Warrandyte Park at Upper Coomera is a fun truck themed park with a great slide! Built on a hill, the playground is on one level and follow a short path up the hill, you'll find a picnic shelter with views over the playground and access to the slide.

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    Cadence Cafe, Nerang

    August 24, 2023

    Cadence Cafe at Nerang might be serving up amazing food & coffee, but it's the gated children's play area and shady setting that really makes it perfect for families! Be sure to check out Cadence Cafe for your next play date or family adventure!

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  • Free to do,  Playgrounds

    Shopping Centre playgrounds and kids clubs on the Gold Coast

    August 21, 2023

    Looking for a shopping centre with a playground on the Gold Coast? These Gold Coast shopping centres are family friendly centres with playgrounds and kids clubs designed to occupy the kids so you can shop, dine and play.

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  • Bikes & wheels,  Playgrounds

    Bellinger Park, Pacific Pines

    August 20, 2023

    Bellinger Park at Pacific Pines is a perfect playground for the younger kids, with easy access equipment and a cute little trike track too!

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  • Family adventures,  Playgrounds

    Roma Park, Isle of Capri

    August 7, 2023

    Roma Park at Isle of Capri is a fun park for climbing! With two playgrounds - a new, modern one and an older one that was kept following an upgrade - there is a lot here for varying age groups. Roma Park is also home to a sports field, with an outdoor gym too.

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  • Animals,  Attractions,  Family adventures,  Nature play,  Tweed/Byron

    Marine Discovery Centre, Hastings Point

    August 1, 2023

    The Marine Discovery Centre is located within the North Star Holiday Resort complex at Hastings Point, and is one of Australia’s largest, privately funded museums. It has world class marine and coastal science displays focused on the local Hastings Point ecosystem, and you have the opportunity to get hands on with rockpool inhabitants.

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  • Attractions,  Family adventures

    Hopo Ferry, Gold Coast

    July 18, 2023

    The Gold Coast's waterways make for some stunning views and great sight-seeing, and you don't have to miss out just because you don't have your own boat! You can cruise the stunning Gold Coast waterways aboard the city’s only hop-on hop-off ferry! Hopo ferries depart hourly from five iconic Gold Coast destinations, including the famous Surfers Paradise and HOTA, Home of the Arts!

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I saw these white chocolate spider webs on @create I saw these white chocolate spider webs on @created.at.home page recently and knew I had to recreate them! Super simple with just 3 ingredients, it's hard to stuff these up!!

I used paddle pop sticks so the kids could hold them, you could go without but make them a little smaller so they don't melt in hands. 

I found opening the Oreos up and putting the sprinkle legs inside to work the best. The sprinkles snapped when trying to push them in. I had a jar of Coles Halloween sprinkles and picked out the stick sprinkles. I also had candy eyes, but you could use white choc dots, or little ball sprinkles instead. 

White chocolate can be hard to melt without causing it to separate. I heated mine with boiling water on the stove, and then you need to work fast!

The kids loved it and they were demolished in a few minutes flat. Let me know if you give it a try!

#Halloween #kidstreats #spookyseason
From now until 2 November, @qtgoldcoast dares you From now until 2 November, @qtgoldcoast dares you to devour in their wickedly indulgent high tea, conjured up by the QT chefs in the spirit of Halloween! 

A delight for the whole family, this experience is thoughtfully themed, and packed with tasty treats both adults and kids will enjoy. My family enjoyed our high tea so much and I'd highly recommend as a fun treat to get in the spooky spirit!

Adults will feast on a tower of tantalising terror with savoury bites, from Dracula’s Eyeball beetroot arancini, the Witches Hat charcoal cone with sun-dried tomato and goat’s cheese, and the smoked salmon and cucumber coffin sandwich. 

Kids will enjoy their own special savoury tower, better suited to little tastebuds! Fresh sandwiches, mini quiches and sausage rolls will fill those tummies.

Then both adults and children will enjoy a decadent sweets tower! Sweeten the scare with choux pastry pumpkins, salted caramel eyeballs, and ghostly chocolate delights plus pandan scones with mascarpone cream and blueberry jam. 

Halloween QTea: $69 per person
Served tea, espresso coffee or Blood Moon Brew – an iced Geisha green tea with
a strawberry syrup, lychee and blueberry eyeballs.

For the little monsters: $39 per child (aged 5–12 years old)
Served with playful selection of spooky sweet and savoury treats.

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International Observe the Moon Night, October 4 🌑🌒 International Observe the Moon Night, October 4 🌑🌒🌓🌔🌕🌖🌗🌘
My eldest has been studying the moon and space this past term at school, so when I saw that the @southernastronomicalsociety (located at Upper Coomera) was hosting an open night for IOMN tonight, we had to go along!

They had telescopes set up for us to look through, and Society members were floating around to lend a hand locating stars, planets, satellites and even a pass over of the Chinese Space Station! There were some short talks on the moon, a trivia quiz, and a live stream from a telescope. A sausage sizzle, kids colouring area, glow tattoos and glow sticks also helped to win the kids over!

If you've got kids interested in astronomy, check out @southernastronomicalsociety as they occasionally hold events for the public to go along to. They have monthly meetings too, if you're keen to explore more!
October is here, which means it is time to embrace October is here, which means it is time to embrace all things spooky! We headed to @truckloadscoolangatta, where they've got a great Halloween range in store.

From trick or treat buckets, to spooky skeletons, bats and critters, there was also a great range of Halloween balloons, home decor, and fun party accessories. With great value prices and unique finds, I always find loads more for less at Truckloads! Cookie cutters, goblets, serving platters-  these are just some of the items we added to our shopping basket to add to our stash of Halloween supplies.

I love to extend the Halloween fun all through the month, so we've got family-friendly spooky movie nights on the agenda, we'll be having fun in the kitchen baking all the Halloween-themed treats, and of course, I'll be setting up some spooky potion play for the kids! 

This October check out @truckloadscoolangatta for all your Halloween needs 🎃👻🕷🧙‍♀️

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The Minions are in town! The Mulch Minions, that i The Minions are in town! The Mulch Minions, that is. If you're unfamiliar, the northern Gold Coast cane fields host a popular Mulch Minion Trail each September to coincide with school holidays and the cane harvest. In 2025 the trail will run from Monday 29 September - Monday 6 October. 

These cute creations can be found on the Exit 38 Tourism Tourism coordinated trail that takes you through Yatala, Stapylton, Alberton, Jacobs Well and Norwell. I've linked the trail map and all the details on my website: www.mrslardeedah.com and in stories.

Some tips:
- as mentioned, it's cane harvesting time. Be mindful of tractors and other heavy machinery driving around and give them plenty of space.
- some stretches of the trail are 100km/hr. If you have cars behind you, I suggest pulling over whenever it is safe to do so and letting them pass.
- the map has points plotted to help you get around the trail via the best route. These plotted points are NOT where the minions are. You need to keep your eyes peeled as they can be ANYWHERE along the trail depending on who chooses to participate.
- keep an eye out for snakes if you're getting in and out of the car, and be mindful of passing traffic.
Calling all young artists! Let your child’s imagin Calling all young artists! Let your child’s imagination run wild at @tweedmall School Holiday “Little Picassos” Workshops.

These fun and interactive sessions are the perfect way for kids to discover their inner artist. Each workshop explores exciting themes, colours, and techniques, giving children the chance to create, experiment, and express themselves through art.

Best of all – every child will get to take home their very own masterpiece to proudly display!

📅 When: 10am – 1pm, Monday 29th September – Friday 3rd October
📍 Where: Centre Court, opposite Target, @tweedmall
💲 Cost: FREE!

No bookings required, so bring the kids along for a holiday activity that’s creative, hands-on, and completely free. Don’t miss out – it’s time to let your little one shine like a true Picasso!

*Limited to 100 children per day.
I've found a fab little high tea for the kids to e I've found a fab little high tea for the kids to enjoy! Turn a simple outing into a family experience to remember, head down to @harbourtowngc where you can catch a movie at @readingcinemasau, play a few games at @iplay_australia, then step into @caymancafeau for a special Kids high tea and let the holiday vibe take over.

Parents can unwind with lunch accompanied by a perfectly brewed barista coffee, a glass of wine, or a refreshing smoothie, while kids can enjoy a fun Kids High Tea for just $14! Their all-day menu features family favourites, vibrant energy bowls and indulgent cakes, making @caymancafeau the perfect spot to relax, recharge, and share a meal together.

Whether you’re after breakfast, lunch or a pick-me-up between adventures, @caymancafeau brings a touch of escape to your day, right in the heart of @harbourtowngc .
A brand new playground has opened in Chinderah, on A brand new playground has opened in Chinderah, on the Tweed River and across from everyone's fave @cubbybakehouse! Turnock Park is a fabulous addition to the area, and one that is already being well received by families!

Here you'll find imaginative play equipment and swings suitable for 2-13yos, set amongst a beautiful natural environment. Visit the mushroom house, spot the fairy door, and find the hidden golden frog! Heaps of climbing opportunities, two slides and a fun bridge too.

There's a small carpark as well as nearby street parking. Toilets, bbq and picnic shelters are available. Grab a bite to eat or a coffee takeaway from Cubby!
Spring into Paradise these school holidays, with @ Spring into Paradise these school holidays, with @paradisecentre Garden of Wonder! 

Until Saturday 27 September, let your little ones explore their creativity in a life-sized theatrical garden, right in the heart of @paradisecentre. Boys and girls can join in free craft workshops where they’ll design their very own spring crown using feathers, flowers, greenery, and ribbons to wear proudly home on their heads. It's a magical, hands-on experience designed to spark imagination and create cute holiday memories.

The sessions run for 20 min each, with the Garden of Wonder open between 1pm - 3:30pm. Bookings are available online, or you can try your luck for a walk in spot if availability allows: https://paradisecentre.net.au/events/spring-into-paradise
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