

Weekend Chills and Thrills Lake Macquarie Teralba
Weekends are for friends and adventure, you’ll get out and about, do things to build your independence, develop a few life skills and make loads of new friends. These programs are jam-packed with local events, attractions, cruises and much more.
Saturdays 3pm-7pm
19 Jul 2025
Snow Time in the Gardens at Hunter Valley Gardens
Experience an icy adventure and enjoy a fun-filled day of frosty activities at the Hunter Valley Gardens. Please wear warm and cosy clothes and bring a packed lunch or money to purchase food.
Activity Cost
$3523 Aug 2025
Shark and Ray Centre at Bobs Farm
Experience the true nature of sharks and rays and get to know the weird and wonderful world of the ocean. Enter the animal world by wading into the shallow waters for a wet-suit experience with the friendly rays or sharks. Please bring a packed lunch or money to purchase food.
Activity Cost
$5627 Sept 2025
Heartbeat of the Hunter at Tocal
Tocal welcomes spring with the Heartbeat of the Hunter Music Festival, featuring some of Australia’s finest country, blues, and folk artists. Complemented by great food, wine, and beer, this promises to be a day to remember. Please bring a packed lunch or money to purchase food.
Activity Cost
$9025 Oct 2025
Australian Reptile Park at Gosford
Get up close and personal with reptiles and animals at the Australian Reptile Park. Please bring a packed lunch and a drink or money to purchase food. Please bring a packed lunch or money to purchase lunch.
Activity Cost
$4122 Nov 2025
A Day at the Ocean Baths and Lunch
Let’s take a trip to Newcastle and visit the newly built ocean baths. Enjoy a splash in the outdoor pool with your mates, then head to a nice spot for lunch and a refreshing drink. Please pack swimmers and a towel.
Activity Cost
$3013 Dec 2025
Christmas Lights at Hunter Valley Gardens
Immerse yourself in the magical Christmas lights spectacular. Walk through the gardens at night and enjoy the stunning light show at Hunter Valley Gardens. Please bring a packed dinner and a drink or money to purchase food.