We are lucky in Australia as it offers a unique blend of seasons and holidays compared to the Northern Hemisphere so why not make the most of these special times as a family. Family holidays provide valuable and special memories for children and families and there is so much to do for all age groups. Here are just some seasonal and holiday-themed activities, crafts, and recipes that we thought you may enjoy:
Summer
Activities:
Beach Fun: Spend the day at one of Australia's beautiful beaches, swimming, building sandcastles, and enjoying beach sports, don’t forget to use a waterproof sunscreen.
Backyard Cricket: Organise a friendly game of backyard cricket with family and friends.
Outdoor Movie Nights: Set up an outdoor movie screening in your backyard or at a local park.
Crafts:
Beach Shell Art: Collect shells at the beach to create art and crafts.
Australian Animal Masks: Make masks of native Australian animals like kangaroos, koalas, or wombats.
Recipes:
Barbecue: Host a classic Australian barbecue with sausages, burgers, and seafood.
Pavlova: Bake a Pavlova, a popular Australian meringue dessert topped with cream and fresh fruit.
Mango Sorbet: Prepare homemade mango sorbet using ripe mangoes.
Autumn
Activities:
Nature Walks: Explore national parks and go hiking to witness the stunning autumn foliage.
Camping: Set up a campsite in a nearby forest or nature reserve or even in your back yard.
Harvest Festivals and Markets: Attend local harvest festivals celebrating autumn produce.
Crafts:
Leaf Collages: Collect and create leaf collages from the changing autumn leaves.
Nature Mobiles: Craft mobiles using twigs, leaves, and other natural elements.
Recipes:
Pumpkin Soup:Prepare a hearty pumpkin soup using seasonal vegetables.
Apple Crumble: Bake an apple crumble with warm spices and a crunchy topping.
Winter
Activities:
Whale Watching: Winter is an excellent time for whale watching along the Australian coastline and an exciting activity for both children and adults.
Indoor Movie Nights: Cozy up with family and friends for indoor movie nights.
Crafts:
Winter Scarves: Knit or crochet warm scarves.
Candle Making: Create handmade candles with different scents.
Recipes:
Roast Lamb: Roast lamb with rosemary and garlic for a classic winter meal.
Anzac Biscuits: Bake Anzac biscuits, a traditional Australian oat-based cookie.
Spring
Activities:
Flower Festivals: Visit colourful spring flower festivals like Floriade in Canberra.
Picnics: Enjoy picnics in parks and gardens filled with blooming flowers.
Crafts:
Flower Pressing: Preserve spring flowers by pressing them in books or using a flower press.
Kite Making: Craft kites and fly them on a breezy spring day.
Recipes:
Lemon Delicious Pudding: Make a zesty lemon pudding for a taste of spring.
Smashed Peas: Prepare smashed peas as a tasty side dish.