MUMS of the SHIRE

Spent a beautiful evening at the Women Supporting Women hosted by Southern Waters Legal 🤍

The event was held to raise vital funds for The Family Co. an organisation we’re so proud to support at MOTS. Through our community page, we see first-hand the heartbreaking realities many local mums face when it comes to domestic and family violence, which is why access to support services like this is absolutely invaluable.

It was a powerful reminder of what can happen when women come together to support women. 🤍.

Not sure what you can build on your land? This popup is worth a stop at Westfield Miranda. 🏡
AYA Constructions is popping up at Centre Court, Westfield Miranda until 5 July, helping local homeowners understand what may be possible on their block.
Their team is offering complimentary, no-obligation land assessment reports to help you explore your development options, potential land value and practical next steps.

This Saturday, you can also stop by for a special event with the Town Planner from Polaris Planning and Development, who will be offering free on-the-spot land assessments from 11am to 1pm.

It’s a useful opportunity for homeowners who are considering renovating, rebuilding, developing, or simply want a clearer idea of what their land may allow.
Plus, there will be free tote bags for those who sign up to discuss their project with the AYA Constructions team.

📍 Centre Court, Westfield Miranda
📅 Pop-up active until 5 July
⏰ Special event this Saturday, 11am–1pm

Speak with the AYA Constructions team and find out what may be possible on your land.

The July School Holiday Guide is now live 🎉

As the school holidays creep up once again, so does the big question of how to keep the kids entertained without hearing “I’m bored” by day two.

We’ve pulled together a seriously good mix of school holiday activities across the Shire and beyond, so you can get organised early, have a few solid options up your sleeve and maybe even be the one who drops something useful in the group chat for once.

From creative workshops and sports programs to music, camps, climbing, theatre, movies and more, there is plenty here to help fill the diary.

Have a scroll, save your favourites and lock in anything you know will book out.

Find the full guide here: https://mumsoftheshire.com.au/guides/winter-school-holiday-activities-in-the-sutherland-shire-2026/

Swimmerz Academy in Caringbah is running their July School Holiday Program from Monday 6 July to Friday 17 July, helping kids build confidence in the water, burn off some holiday energy and keep their swimming skills moving through winter.

There’s something for every little swimmer, including:

💦 Stroke Perfection Clinics for kids wanting to focus on specific strokes
🏁 Intro to Racing Clinics for those keen to try diving off the blocks
🏊 Week-long Learn to Swim Intensive Classes to keep routine and confidence ticking along

Held at their indoor learn-to-swim facility in Caringbah, complete with heated 8m and 25m pools, the program is suitable for children aged 3 to 12 years.

And because school holidays require caffeine, Swimmerz Academy is offering Mums of the Shire families a complimentary regular coffee when you book your child into any July Holiday Program. Just mention Mums of the Shire when booking to redeem. One coffee per booking per day.

📍 19 Wurrook Circuit, Caringbah
📅 Monday 6 July to Friday 17 July
👧 Ages 3 to 12 years
💰 $50 to $150
📞 02 9059 4075
🌐 www.swimmerz.com.au

Bookings are a must, so visit the website or call the team at Swimmerz Academy for more information.

Looking for easy indoor fun these school holidays? Tradies Caringbah has the kids covered 🙌
Their July school holiday line-up includes a mix of hands-on activities, creative workshops and a little bingo fun, all happening indoors at Tradies Caringbah.
Kids can make a new furry friend at Adopt-A-Bear, get busy building in a LEGO Workshop, decorate their own tote bag at the Free Craft Workshop, or try their luck at Free Kids Bingo.

Here’s what’s coming up:
🧸 Adopt-A-Bear
Wednesday 8 July, 11am to 12pm
$25, ages 3 to 12

🎨 Free Craft Workshop
Friday 10 July, 11am to 11:30am and 11:30am to 12pm
Free, all ages

🧱 LEGO Workshop
Wednesday 15 July, 10:30am to 12pm
$25, ages 3 to 12

🎉 Free Kids Bingo
Friday 17 July, 10:30am to 12pm
Free, all ages

Paid events include the activity, a free kids meal in Nor East and a Play Space session to enjoy on the same day.

📍 Tradies Caringbah, 28 to 30 Banksia Road, Caringbah
🎟 Tickets are required for all activities
📞 9524 9135

Book here:
https://events.humanitix.com/host/tradies-caringbah

Did you know that Mikarie Childcare Centre has two FREE playgroup sessions every Tuesday, for 0-5 Year olds?

These are a great chance for parents and carers to introduce their kids to early childhood education in a play-based setting for children of all abilities.

Plus, there’s a speech pathologist and behaviour support practitioner onsite each week to support communication development and improve self-regulation skills!

Come meet others locally and pick up practical ideas to support your child’s development 💛

Details below:

📍 Mikarie Child Care Centre, 2 Mikarie Place, Kirrawee
🗓 Every Tuesday
⏰ FIRST session: 9:30am to 10:30am
⏰ SECOND session: 10:45am – 11:45am. Arrive or leave anytime

✅ Bookings essential
📞 1300 244 577
Find out more or register - https://www.sylvanvale.com.au/services/mikarie-playgroup/

School holiday plans with a little theatre, live music and magic? Yes please ✨
Australian Chamber Orchestra Families is bringing Pinocchio to life these school holidays at ACO On The Pier, with a brand-new family show made for curious little imaginations.

Special early bird offer: Enjoy 10% off tickets using the code MAGIC at checkout*

Performed live on stage by an actor and ACO Families musicians, this reimagined tale is filled to the brim with joy, adventure and a little touch of magic.
Kids can also enjoy free play activities in the foyer before and after the show, while parents take in that very lovely Sydney Harbour view.

It’s a 30-minute performance, with the chance to meet the musicians afterwards, making it a gorgeous little outing for children aged 3 to 8 and their families.

📍 ACO On The Pier
📅 9 to 19 July
🎭 Recommended for ages 3 to 8
🎟 Tickets $42
🎶 30-minute performance plus musician meet and greet

Book here: https://bit.ly/4dOzo15

*Valid until Tuesday 30 June, or until allocation is exhausted.

Sensational Smiles Dental in Kirrawee is helping local families make dental visits feel calmer, easier and a lot less daunting.

With more than 15 years of experience supporting the Sutherland Shire community, their family focused clinic offers dental care for kids and adults, including children’s first dental visits, routine check ups, hygiene appointments, orthodontics, dental implants, cosmetic dentistry and smile makeovers.

Their team uses gentle techniques, advanced technology and a personalised approach to care, helping children build positive dental habits early while supporting adults with their own oral health and smile goals.

Because when the whole family can feel comfortable at the dentist, that is a win.

💛 MOTS SPECIAL OFFER 💛
Mention Mums of the Shire when booking at Sensational Smiles Dental to receive a complimentary first hygiene and screening appointment for children, plus gap-free hygiene appointments for children 12 and under with a health fund.

📍 Sensational Smiles Dental, Kirrawee
📞 Call the friendly welcome team on 8544 8607
🌐 Book online: http://www.ssdentalclinic.com.au/

The Shire Birth & Baby Showcase is proudly presented by Shire Midwifery 🤰✨ Led by local midwife Tania, Shire Midwifery provides expert, affordable midwifery care for families through pregnancy, birth and early parenting.
Their services include antenatal care, home birth, hospital birth support, one on one antenatal classes, postnatal care, lactation support, early parenting support and child and family health checks.

As the curators of the Shire Birth & Baby Showcase, Shire Midwifery has brought together a beautiful line up of local practitioners, services and resources to help families feel more informed, supported and connected.

Whether you’re trying to conceive, expecting, newly postpartum or navigating life with a little one, this FREE event is a great chance to meet trusted local experts in one place.

📅 Sunday 19 July
⏰ 10am to 3pm
📍 Gymea Tradies
🎟️ Free event, registration required

Register here: https://shirebirthandbabyshowcase.com.au/

Car rego coming up, or overdue for a service? This is one worth knowing about. 🚗
Motorserve Caringbah helps families keep their cars running safely and smoothly, with reliable logbook servicing and mechanical repairs for all makes and models.

💛 MOTS SPECIAL OFFER 💛
MOTS readers receive a complimentary eSafety/registration inspection when booking a logbook service with Motorserve Caringbah. Use code MOTS.

It’s a handy way to tick one more job off the life admin list, especially when rego renewal rolls around. The Motorserve team can complete your inspection and send the results directly to Service NSW electronically, saving you an extra trip.
Registration inspections can also be completed before your registration due date, with results valid for up to six months.

All mechanical repairs are completed to high industry standards and backed by a minimum 12 month or 20,000 km warranty. Motorserve also offers competitive pricing and will always seek your approval before commencing any work.

Find Motorserve Caringbah at 7 to 11 Parraweena Road, Caringbah.

Book online here: https://motorserve.com.au/book-a-service/