School holiday ideas for the whole family
Thinking of how to keep the kids entertained now that Christmas is officially done and dusted? We’ve put together a list of beaches, pools and activities sure to keep the whole family happy this summer.
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Christmas may be over but the school holidays are well and truly in full force.
If you’re like most parents, you’re looking for any opportunity to escape the confines of the house but you’ve exhausted all the local hot spots.
So we’ve compiled a list of top activities, cafes, beaches and pools to check out this summer.
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Summer is officially in full swing and it’s time to pack up the family car and head to the beach. When it comes to a day at the seaside the Mornington Peninsula has all bases covered.
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