Planning the winter school holidays in Sydney’s East and beyond? The Local Bird has rounded up 18 family-friendly ideas for 2026, including Bondi Festival, Luna Park, ice skating, giant inflatables, cartoon workshops, wildlife parks, library programs and bigger day trips worth packing snacks for.
Sunday roast season is here. From beachside locals and chilled pub feeds to polished long lunches and proper gravy-heavy plates, these are the best Sunday roasts to book across Sydney’s East and South East.
A local-first guide to Christmas in July Sydney 2026, featuring festive lunches, dinners, club celebrations, family-friendly ideas and big Sydney events worth the trip, with a strong focus on Sydney’s East and South East.
Finding a kid friendly restaurant in Sydney’s Eastern Suburbs that serves great food while keeping little ones entertained can be a challenge but I’ve tested quite a few, and these