Kids are Free with Velocity

Kids are Free with Velocity

Virgin Blue’s free loyalty program Velocity is a great way to earn free flights and score a bunch of great discounts.
It’s just become even more valuable to families, with Velocity and Tourism New South Wales giving members the chance to take kids to local hotels, restaurants, attractions and events for free!
Families will love the savings at places like Sydney Wildlife World, the Crown Plaza at Darling Harbour, and the Lindt Chocolat Café.
This offer is valid until 28 February 2009, allowing you to take full advantage of the Christmas holidays!
Click here to see all the places Velocity members can save!
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Kids at the House Program Announced

Kids at the House Program Announced

The locals know the Sydney Opera House isn’t just for the grown-ups. This wonderful venue has just announced their new Kids at the House program, guaranteed to entertain little ones through 2009.
The wonderful Babies Proms is always a highlight. In 2009 the program features the world’s most loved lullabies, African rhythms, and the beauty of ballet. Then there are performances of some favourite stories like The Little Mermaid, Jason and the Argonauts, and Romeo and Juliet. Big mouths will love The Megaphone Project, while everyone is guaranteed to be shocked by Surprise.
Tickets to all shows are available from the Sydney …read more

Sydney Playground Gets a Makeover

Sydney Playground Gets a Makeover

Sydney’s kids will soon have a new place to play! The playground in Victoria Park, next to Sydney University in Camperdown, is getting a facelift!
It should definitely please the local community because they helped to plan it. The innovative playground was designed with the area’s heritage landscape in mind.
Currently the playground doesn’t have a lot of equipment, and there’s harsh gravel on the ground. The new facilities will include a new play area catering for children of all ages and abilities, from toddlers to teens.
There’ll be a special toddler area with a low barrier fence, so the littlest children can …read more

Is There a Wolf Under Your Bed?

Is There a Wolf Under Your Bed?

The spookiest and scariest show for kids these school holidays is Wolf Under the Bed. The play is based on twelve different stories written by Finnish school students.
It stars three bored travellers who are sitting in an isolated hut in the middle of the forest. As the night wears on they amuse themselves with the creepiest stories they know. But what do they do when the line between fantasy and reality blurs?
This entertaining production explores the imagination and our fear of the unknown, and it will have kids on the edge of their seats! Because of that it’s not recommended …read more

Flicks for Kids at Casula

Flicks for Kids at Casula

Little Big Shots film festival is a Australia’s largest annual kids’ film festival, and it’s heading to Sydney’s south west for the first time. Inspiring, touching, and a whole lot of fun, the event showcases the world’s best children’s films.
Highlights of this festival include the Oscar nominated shorts The Little Matchgirl and Maestro, and the award-winning Fried Rice, The Crystal Palace, and The Thief. The works draw from all corners of the globe, so they’re sure to broaden the horizons of their young audiences.
Sessions are grouped according to the age of the target audience, allowing kids aged two to fifteen …read more

Kids Dig at The Rocks

Kids Dig at The Rocks

Kids can play archaeologist at The Rocks these school holidays. Now that’s got to be better than digging up your back yard!
The Kids Dig Program is a one-hour hands-on session which will see budding archaeologists discovering genuine artefacts at one of Sydney’s oldest historical sites. They could find bones, pottery, and other exciting treasures!
Sydney Learning Adventure guides are on hand to ensure all little ones have a fun, and educational, experience.
It all takes place in The Rocks Discovery Museum, a building which has so many other things to explore. Interactive exhibitions will help kids and grown-ups learn all about Sydney’s …read more

Kids Save on CountryLink

Kids Save on CountryLink

Are you planning a trip to Sydney in the July or October school holidays? It could cost a whole let less than you think if you travel on a CountryLink train.
During the holidays up to four kids can travel to any CountryLink destination for just one dollar! It seems crazy, but it’s absolutely true.
To receive this special promotional fare, kids need to be from the same household and travelling with two paying adults.
This fare applies to first and economy class seats. Travel must be taken between July 5 and 20, or between September 26 and October 13.
To take advantage of …read more

Beasts Invade Darling Harbour

Beasts Invade Darling Harbour

A host of beasties and creepy crawlies have taken over Darling Harbour these holidays. But don’t fret! These electronic creatures are all part the Beasties Zoo, an exciting new interactive installation.
These weird and wacky creations love to meet people, and might even let you pat them! I love the great big snails that blow smoke, play music, and leave a slimy trail behind them! Yuck!
See them at Darling Harbour while you can!
Date: Until April 20
Time: 11 am to 3 pm
Location: Darling Harbour
Public transport: Take the train to Town Hall station and walk down Druitt Street, take a ferry to Aquarium …read more

Kids Love The Drum

Kids Love The Drum

The Drum is a wonderful production which is sure to please little kids, mums, and dads.
It tells the story of a young Indian boy who longs to own a drum. His mother is poor, so she gives him a piece of wood instead. As the story unfolds we see that the young boy can fulfill his dreams by being kind and helpful. What a lovely message!
The Drum is based on a traditional Indian story. It combines dance, music, and drama to capture the audience’s imagination.
The show lasts for 35 minutes, which makes it perfect for two to five-year-olds.
Dates: Sessions Wednesday …read more

Parisian Toy Boats on Show

Parisian Toy Boats on Show

Modern talking dolls and electronic games consoles make the toys of yesteryear seem positively archaic. But there’s something beautiful about these simple remnants of the past, toys that relied on a child’s imagination rather than simply spoonfeeding entertainment. If you agree you might want to check out the cool new exhibition at the National Maritime Museum.
Toy Boats from Paris 1850-1950 is sure to delight boat enthusiasts big and small. The kids might even learn to appreciate these simple playthings with a large hands-on toy boat display. But Mums and Dads needn’t stress about any rough handling. While these models look …read more

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