Board the PS Pevensey paddlesteamer in The Murray this January for activities like face painting, kids bush tucker themed cooking cruises, storytelling and arts and craft.

For a fun, healthy and affordable school holiday activity book a Kids' Camp at one of 11 Sport and Recreation Centres across NSW. The packages are for children aged from seven to 16 and include accommodation, meals, 24-hour supervision and all activities like horseriding, surfing, fishing and cooking.

Waradah Aboriginal Centre in the Blue Mountains will teach kids about Australia's Aboriginal culture through live performances, art and cultural discussions.

On 2 December the largest hedge maze in NSW will open in Port Macquarie. With 2,000 metres of pathways covering 10,000 square metres the Bago Maze will feature lookout towers, bridges, boardwalks and musical instruments.

Mudgee has lots on these school holidays including kids cooking classes at the monthly Farmer's Market and art classes at the Mud Factory, to develop skills in painting, ceramics, photography and candlemaking.