Here’s your reminder – Mother’s Day is Sunday 11 May. If you’re yet to find something special for Mum, start your search right here on the Northern Beaches. Skip the big online giants and pop into your local village to find a unique gift mum will love, while supporting our great local businesses. 

From creative experiences to a coffee hit, we’ve rounded up a mix of ideas to find the perfect local gift this Mother’s Day. 

For the mum who deserves to relax

Gift Mum some me-time with a voucher to a local hairdresser or beauty salon. Create a hamper with handmade candles, herbal teas or natural skincare products from local markets or boutiques, or book her in for a local wellness class like yoga, pilates or an infrared sauna session. 

For the food and drink lover 

Many restaurants and cafes are offering Mother’s Day brunch, lunch and dinner specials. Find out if your local is doing anything special and support them while spending time with your mum. Or if the weather is looking good, pack a picnic with locally sourced treats and enjoy lunch with a view at one of our many headlands. 

Otherwise enjoy a meal together at a later date with a gift voucher at their favourite local restaurant. Or visit their local café and pick them up a voucher so they can get their coffee fix. 

For the mum with a green thumb (or who just loves a cosy home!)

What kitchen or living room isn’t improved by a hardy indoor plant? Pick one up at your local nursery and choose a cute pot to compliment it. 

A beautiful homeware item, handmade soap or a linen spray made locally adds charm to any space. If they’re a reader, find a book by a local author or support bookstore nearby. 

For the mum who likes to make memories

Treat mum to a unique Northern Beaches experience. The opportunities are endless - stand up paddle boarding and kayak hire, sailing lessons, axe throwing, gin distillery or brewery tour – the list goes on!

For the creative mum 

A handmade piece or artwork from a local artist makes for a truly thoughtful present – pop into the Design Shop at Manly Art Gallery & Museum to find one-off artist pieces, jewellery, books, homewares and more from local Northern Beaches artists.  

Another perfect local present is the gift of theatre with a gift voucher to Glen Street Theatre.

If your mum loves getting creative herself, book them into a craft or art workshop with a local provider. 

For the mum who has everything 

Think outside the box – plan a day out for mum to all her favourite local spots, or a shopping spree to your nearby village. A family photography shoot with a local photographer or a donation to a local charity they care about can be a special gift.

Your support of local businesses makes a big difference. Remember to go local to grow local - next time you shop online too, search ‘near me’ for local providers.

And remember to wrap your gifts sustainably by using old wrapping paper, ribbon, fabric, newspaper and make your own cards.