Yarra Ranges Council
These Easter/April school holidays Yarra Ranges Council's Family and Children's Services team partners with a range of community partners to provide a program of fun, free and low cost school holiday events for children, young people and families. You'll find more events at: www.yarraranges.vic.gov.au/Community/Family
or www.culturetracks.info
Dads Chat - Term 2 2025
Mondays - 5th, 12th, 19th and 26th May
A strengths-based series of four workshops that focus on connecting with other local dads and dives deep into your role as a dad or male carer.
Join Tony from Building Better Brains to share ideas and get hands on with tools and techniques that make you feel more connected to your children and other dads.
This series of workshops will explore:
• Communication, patience and play.
• Supporting the emotional ups and downs of your children.
• Understanding the developing brains of children: Tips and techniques to support your child.
• Parenting styles and attachment.
• The power of play: Tools to to maximise the thing we often have so little of as dads, time.
This program runs across 4 evenings, it is encouraged that particpants attend all sesison to obtain the full benefit of the program.
Monday 5th May 7-9pm
Monday 12th May 7-9pm
Monday 19th May 7-9pm
Monday 26th May 7-9pm
Please note that these sessions are designed for adults and are not suitable for children to attend.
Chirnside Park Football Club
Reptiles Up Close
Saturday 17 May 2025
Meet our local reptiles and learn about their habitats and behaviours in this interactive program for the whole family.
Celebrating National Families Week in Yarra Ranges.
Designed not just for children - come along parents, grandparents, family and friends!
Discussion topics include:
What do Australian Reptiles like to eat?
Where do they live?
What do they feel like to touch?
What threats do they face?
How do we help them survive?
In partnership with:
Yarra Ranges Council and Your Library Yarra Junction.
Yarra Ranges Council is a Child Safe Organisation.
Yarra Junction Library
UYP Co Design Training
Wednesday 21 May 2025
The Listen to Learn data is in!
Now… it is time for the Upper Yarra Partnership (UYP) to embark on the Co-Design phase!
This UYP meeting will be facilitated by Portable Consulting. Portable is a leader in Human-Centred Design (HCD), dedicated to creating transformational change that delivers meaningful impact for individuals and communities.
This session will educate us about HCD followed by a case study and a Q&A session. Regardless of your experience or familiarity with HCD, we see this as an opportunity to learn collaboratively, sharing insights and perspectives and to ensure best practice when co-designing with community.
There is a limit of 2 places per organisation. If you are unable to attend you will need to find another representative to fill your spot.
If you’re feeling uncertain about attending, please don’t hesitate to reach out to Rosie for a chat!
We sincerely hope all of you can attend.
Yarra Ranges Council Civic Centre - Conference Room B
Kinder Readiness - When is the right time to start?
Thursday 22 May 2025
Presented by Early Life Foundation, this free, evidence based session for parents, carers and early childhood professionals will provide invaluable information to support you in knowing when your child is ready to commence kindergarten and how you can make an informed decision.
This session considers the importance of sending your child to kindergarten when they are ready to make the most of their learning and to enjoy their 13 years of formal schooling rather than just “coping”.
Hosted by Yarra Ranges Council in partnership with Knox, Maroondah and Whitehorse Councils.
Setting Boundaries - supporting children's behaviour.
Thursday 19 June 2025
Supporting healthy boundaries with our young children enables them to gain independence, remain safe and develop positive and respectful relationships. However, it is not always so easy!
Join this free, interactive workshop and gain valuable insights into why young children behave the way they do, the importance of setting boundaries and how we set them.
Suitable for parents and carers of children aged 2-6 years.
Presented by Parentzone, in partnership with Boroondara, Knox, Maroondah, Whitehorse and Yarra Ranges Councils.
Hands on Pottery Class
Monday 14 April 2025
Enjoy making your own creation under the guidance of the artists at Community Pottery Studio Yarra Valley at ECOSS.
This free school holiday program includes all materials, clay and access to a fully equipped studio with instruction and creative guidance.
For children aged 8 years and over - parents/carers must stay on site.
Yarra Ranges Council school holiday program is inclusive for all children to attend.
Yarra Ranges Council is a Child Safe Organisation.
ECOSS
Let's Build Lego - Quiet Session
Friday 11 April 2025
Let's Build Lego is an inclusive program that is designed for children who require smaller groups, a quieter environment and/or support with play.
Find an assortment of treasures hidden in the Lego to use in your build - duplo is also provided.
Suitable for all children aged 2 -8 years (older siblings welcome).
Yarra Ranges Council school holiday program is inclusive for all children to attend.
Yarra Ranges Council is a Child Safe Organisation.
Rolling Hills Family Centre
Just for Kicks - soccer clinic
Wednesday 9 April 2025
Teaching participants to play ball sports is not always easy but to teach them not to use their hands can be tough!
This soccer session teaches participants how to stop and kick a moving soccer ball as well as passing and dribbling. The age-appropriate equipment means your child can master these skills more affectively and confidently.
Just For Kicks - a focused soccer session supporting children to:
- develop soccer skills,
- understand important sporting values such as sportsmanship and teamwork
- participate in an interactive soccer game which will build athletic abilities and
- build on character development and a positive attitude towards sports.
For children aged 5 - 14 years.
Parents/carers are required to be present.
Yarra Ranges Council is a Child Safe Organisation.
Mooroolbartk Soccer Club
Join the Circus! Learn circus skills to wow your family.
Tuesday 8 April 2025
This interactive workshop teaches children the skills of juggling, hula hoops, devil sticks, poi, plate spinning and ribbon twirling. A self-paced workshop which enables children to take their time and refine their skills.
Suitable for children aged 3 - 8 years (1st session) / 8-14 years (2nd session) - parents are required to stay on site at all times.
Booking is required.
In partnership with Yarra Ranges Council and Your Library.
Yarra Ranges Council school holiday program is inclusive for all children to attend.
Belgrave Library
Let's Make Playdough
Monday 7 April 2025
Pour, mix and knead to make your own playdough then get busy with pushing, pinching and rolling to create your own playdough designs.
All material is provided.
Children may be working with another child or in small groups to make their playdough, which supports turn taking, social connections and communication skills. (Adult support will be encouraged)
Suitable for children aged 2-5 years - older siblings are welcome.
Yarra Ranges Council school holiday program is inclusive for all children to attend.
In partnerhsip with Seville Community House.
Seville Public Hall
Dads Chat...with kids - Reptiles Up Close
Saturday 22 March 2025
Thanks for joining us for Dads Chat...you and your child/ren are invited to come along to meet local reptiles, create your own reptile, and connect with other ‘dads chat’ dads.
Reptile discussion topics include:
What do Australian reptiles like to eat?
Where do they live?
What do they feel like to touch?
What threats do they face?
How do we help them survive?
Plus...create your own reptile and chat with other dads.
In partnership with:
Maroondah and Yarra Ranges Council.
This session is part of the Dads Chat program and invitation is for dads chat particpants and their children.
Chirnside Park Community Hub
Let's Make Playdough
Wednesday 22 January 2025
Pour, mix and knead to make your own playdough then get busy with pushing, pinching and rolling to create your own playdough designs.
All material is provided.
Children may be working with another child or in small groups to make their playdough, which supports turn taking, social connections and communication skills. (Adult support will be encouraged)
Suitable for children aged 2-5 years - older siblings are welcome.
Yarra Ranges Council school holiday program is inclusive for all children to attend.
Monbulk Community Living and Learning Centre
I Spy - Create and Play (Quiet session)
Tuesday 21 January 2025
Create your own 'I Spy' game to enjoy with family and friends.
Using an assortment of magazines, catalogs and stickers, hide your art work in plain sight!
It's a great way to get creative!
This is an inclusive program that is designed specifically for children who require smaller groups, a quieter environment and/or support with play.
Suitable for all children aged 3 - 8 years (older siblings welcome).
Yarra Ranges Council is a Child Safe Organisation.
Tapscott-Milbourne Centre
Dad and Me - Design and Build - school holiday activity
Thursday 16 January 2025
"Design and Build" is an interactive school holiday activity for children aged 0-8 years and their dads and male carers.
Participants can enjoy a variety of hands-on activities, including building with Lego/Duplo, PLANKS designing, a paper plane challenge, and a Bunnings "Dad and Me" build.
The activity offers a chance for families to connect and engage in enjoyable, imaginative projects together.
Suitable for children aged 0 - 8 years - older siblings are welcome.
A light dinner will be provided. (Dietary request upon booking)
In partnership with Yarra Ranges and Maroondah City Councils.
Chirnside Park Community Hub
Splish Splash Water Play
Tuesday 14 January 2025
Cool down with a splish, splash morning of water fun.
Enjoy bathing dolls, floating ducks, free the animals from ice, make a nature soup, explore floating, sinking, pouring and so much more.
Prepare to get wet so bring a towel to dry off.
Suitable for children aged 1 - 4 years - older siblings are welcome.
Booking is required.
In partnership with Yarra Ranges Council and Your Library.
Yarra Ranges Council school holiday program is inclusive for all children to attend.
Belgrave Library
Getting Ready for Kindergarten
Wednesday 18 December 2024
Is your child starting kindergarten in 2025?
This free online session is designed to support parents and carers with tips and ideas to prepare your family and child for kindergarten and to start the year with confidence.
Facilitated by Yarra Ranges Council’s Early Years Team
*Please note this session will not be recorded.
Yarra Ranges Council is a Child Safe Organisation.
Getting Ready for Kindergarten
Tuesday 3 December 2024
Is your child starting kindergarten in 2025?
This free online session is designed to support parents and carers with tips and ideas to prepare your family and child for kindergarten and to start the year with confidence.
Facilitated by Yarra Ranges Council’s Early Years Team
*Please note this session will not be recorded.
Yarra Ranges Council is a Child Safe Organisation.
Platypus Discovery
Saturday 26 October 2024
Have you ever wondered about the elusive Platypuses living in Monbulk Creek?
What do they eat?
The challenges they face?
And how you can help?
Join us on the extraordinary journey where science, wonder and platypuses collide!
*Please note we will not be seeing a live platypus but be learning all about them."
Suitable for children aged 4-12 years and their family.
Booking is only required for participating children.
Birdsland Reserve Education centre
Clay Birds Nests
Thursday 3 October 2024
Connect with nature, engage with your creativity and incorporate STEM skills in this free school holiday program. Design and build a nature nest to add to your garden and see who comes to visit.
Booking is only required for participating children.
Yarra Ranges Council school holiday program is inclusive for all children to attend.
Yarra Ranges Council is a Child Safe Organisation.
Yarra Glen Memorial hall
Night Bush Walk-Yarra Ranges Council school holiday program
Wednesday 2 October 2024
Bring your torch and comfortable shoes and take a walk to see what animals we can find in the dark!
Come along as we walk the Warby Trail and find out about native animals that we can find right in our own backyards and across Yarra Ranges.
Yarra Ranges Council is a Child Safe Organisation.
Mt Evelyn Rotunda (just to the right side of the community house)
Clay Birds Nests
Wednesday 2 October 2024
Connect with nature, engage with your creativity and incorporate STEM skills in this free school holiday program. Design and build a nature nest to add to your garden and see who comes to visit.
Booking is only required for participating children.
Yarra Ranges Council school holiday program is inclusive for all children to attend.
In partnership with:
Yarra Ranges Council and Your Library
Yarra Ranges Council is a Child Safe Organisation.
Belgrave Library
I Spy - Create and Play
Tuesday 1 October 2024
Create your own 'I Spy' game to enjoy with family and friends.
Using an assortment of magazines, catalogs and stickers, hide your art work in plain sight!
It's a great way to get creative!
Adults are encouraged to join this activity with their child.
Suitable for all children aged 3 - 8 years (older siblings welcome).
Yarra Ranges Council school holiday program is inclusive for all children to attend.
In partnership with Mt Evelyn Community House.
Yarra Ranges Council is a Child Safe Organisation.
Mt Evelyn Community House
Baby Play - a sensory experience
Thursday 26 September 2024
Your infant can move and feel their way around this interactive Baby Play experience.
Senses will be stimulated by exploring different textures, motions and sounds while discovering the world around them.
Find out about services, programs and activities for families in Yarra Ranges.
Yarra Ranges Council school holiday program is inclusive for all children to attend.
In partnership with Yarra Ranges Council and Your Library.
Suitable for infants aged 0-18 months - older siblings are welcome.
Monbulk Living and Learning Centre (community hall)
Dads Chat - focus group consultaion (CANCELLED)
Friday 13 September 2024
Maroondah and Yarra Ranges Council invite dads and male carers to join Tony from Building Better Brains to dive deep into what the needs and interests are for dads and male carers across Maroondah and Yarra Ranges.
The purpose of the focus group is to:
- identify the current gaps, needs and interests that will support your parenting role/relationships.
- Identify community asset – what is strong for dads and male carers in Yarra Ranges and Maroondah.
- Identify the discussion topics for a sessional parenting program.
- Identify social opportunities to build connections between dads and male carers in the community.
- Identify social opportunities which will build positive parent/carer-child interactions.
For dads and male carers with children 0-8 years - please note that this session is designed for adult, children will not be able to attend.
Yarra Ranges Council is a Child Safe Organisation
In partnerhsip with Yarra Ranges and Maroondah Councils
venue TBC - between Chirnside Park and Croydon North
Body Safety and Consent
Tuesday 3 September 2024
This free online parenting workshop will equip you with the knowledge and confidence you need to tackle talking about and promoting body safety and consent for our children.
This session will explore:
1. Use proper terminology for genitals
2. Understand private vs. public spaces
3. Body boundaries and consent
4. Recognise inappropriate touch
5. Empower with 'No' and 'Stop'
6. Develop a safety network
7. Identify safe and unsafe feelings
8. Recognise early warning signs
9. Encourage open communication: discourage keeping secrets and promote sharing happy surprises instead
10. Clarify appropriate touch
Facilitated by child safety advocate and prolific author of books on the topic for children and adults alike, Jayneen Sanders will share her invaluable expertise and insights.
Acknowledging Child Protection Week 1st - 7th September 2024.
In Partnerhsip with Yarra Ranges, Maroondah and Whitehorse Council.
Baby Play - a sensory experience
Monday 26 August 2024
Your infant can move and feel their way around this interactive Baby Play experience.
Senses will be stimulated by exploring different textures, motions and sounds while discovering the world around them.
Find out about services, programs and activities for families in Yarra Ranges.
Yarra Ranges Council school holiday program is inclusive for all children to attend.
In partnership with Yarra Ranges Council and Your Library.
Suitable for infants aged 0-18 months - older siblings are welcome.
Yarra Junction Library
Working with Interpreters
Tuesday 30 July 2024
Do you work with families who speak a first language other than English?
Would you like to learn how to access interpreter and translation services?
Yarra Ranges Council is offering a FREE information session presented by Lanaguage Loop to support professionals working with Cultural and Linguistically Diverse families and children.
This session will support professionals to understand:
- how to access interpreter services
- the role of an interpreter
- how to access tralnslation services
- practical tips to support multicultural families within your services.
This session is suitable for professionals working with families with children aged 0-8 years: Maternal and Child Health, Kindergarten, Childcare, Occasional Care and Family Day care and Health professionals.
Dads Chat - Supporting Dads and Male Carers
Monday 22 July 2024
Get ready for Dads Chat: For Dads and Male Carers!
Join Tony from Building Better Brains to dive deep into your role as a dad or male carer in your child’s life.
In this dynamic session, you'll uncover:
• Exciting ways to communicate, play, and connect with your child
• Explore various parenting styles and find what works best for you
• Make confident parenting decisions
• Learn how to respond effectively to your child’s needs
• Connect with fellow local dads and male carers
Don't miss out on this opportunity to level up your dad game!
For dads and male carers with children 0-8 years - please note that this session is designed for adult, children will not be able to attend.
Yarra Ranges Council is a Child Safe Organisation
In partnerhsip with Yarra Ranges, Whitehorse and Maroondah Councils
Crafty Critters - Quiet Session
Thursday 11 July 2024
Crafty Critters is an inclusive program that is designed for children who require smaller groups, a quieter environment and/or support with play.
Find an assortment of crafty treasures and create your own piece of art.
Suitable for all children aged 3 - 8 years (older siblings welcome).
Yarra Ranges Council school holiday program is inclusive for all children to attend.
Yarra Ranges Council is a Child Safe Organisation.
Yarra Glen Memorial Hall
Dad and Me - Cook, Eat, Enjoy!
Wednesday 10 July 2024
Become a chef - join in this pizza and dessert cooking.
Make your own pizza, salad and chocolate dessert
- challenge your senses
- try new ingredients
- decorate your own paper chef hat to keep
- fun and educational
Children take the lead in this interactive and fun activity with their Dads and Male carers.
Yarra Ranges Council school holiday program is inclusive for all children to attend. If your child does not have anyone who identifies as male in their life, they are welcome to come along with someone special.
This activity cannot accomodate for allergies and intollerances.
Suitable for children aged 3-8 years (older siblings are welcome)
Yarra Ranges Council is a Child Safe Organisation.
Lilydale Community House
Let's Make Sushi Yarra Ranges Council school holiday program
Tuesday 2 July 2024
Become a chef - join in this non cooking sushi class and roll like a pro.
Make your own sushi roll to eat!
- challenge your senses
- try new ingredients
- decorate your own paper chef hat to keep
- fun and educational
This activity is dairy, nut, egg and gluten free. Does contain soy.
Suitable for children aged 3-8 years (older siblings are welcome)
In partnership with Yarra Ranges Council and Seville Community House.
Yarra Ranges Council is a Child Safe Organisation.
Seville Public Hall
Let's Make Sushi Yarra Ranges Council school holiday program
Tuesday 2 July 2024
Become a chef - join in this non cooking sushi class and roll like a pro.
Make your own sushi roll to eat!
- challenge your senses
- try new ingredients
- decorate your own paper chef hat to keep
- fun and educational
This activity is dairy, nut, egg and gluten free. Does contain soy.
Yarra Ranges Council is a Child Safe Organisation.
Monbulk Community Link
Dads Chat - Supporting Dads and Male Carers
Monday 24 June 2024
Get ready for Dads Chat: For Dads and Male Carers!
Join Tony from Building Better Brains to dive deep into your role as a dad or male carer in your child’s life.
In this dynamic session, you'll uncover:
• Exciting ways to communicate, play, and connect with your child
• Explore various parenting styles and find what works best for you
• Make confident parenting decisions
• Learn how to respond effectively to your child’s needs
• Connect with fellow local dads and male carers
Don't miss out on this opportunity to level up your dad game!
For dads and male carers with children 0-8 years - please note that this session is designed for adult, children will not be able to attend.
Yarra Ranges Council is a Child Safe Organisation
In partnerhsip with Yarra Ranges Council and Maroondah Council
Chirnside Park Football Club
Reptiles Up Close
Saturday 18 May 2024
Meet our local reptiles and learn about their habitats and behaviours in this interactive program for the whole family.
Celebrating National Families Week in Yarra Ranges.
Designed not just for children - come along parents, grandparents, family and friends!
Discussion topics include:
What do Australian Reptiles like to eat?
Where do they live?
What do they feel like to touch?
What threats do they face?
How do we help them survive?
In partnership with:
Yarra Ranges Council and Your Library
Yarra Ranges Council is a Child Safe Organisation.
Belgrave Library
Nature Play - Yarra Ranges Council school holiday program
Wednesday 10 April 2024
Connect with Nature and celebrate Nature Play Week!
Work together to collect fallen nature to create your own take home nature wreath.
Yarra Ranges Council is a Child Safe Organisation.
Healesville Seniors Hall
ANZAC Poppies - Yarra Ranges Council school holiday program
Tuesday 9 April 2024
A red poppy is a symbol of remembrance and perfect for the upcoming Anzac Day on April 25th.
Make your own Poppy to put into your garden and design a mosiac Poppy to display on your wall.
In partenership with Yarra Ranges Council and Your Library.
No booking required, just come along.
Suitable for children aged 3-12 years.
Yarra Junction Library
Soccer Clinic - Yarra Ranges Council school holiday program
Wednesday 3 April 2024
Just For Kicks - a focused soccer session supporting children to:
- develop soccer skills,
- understand important sporting values such as sportsmanship and teamwork
- participate in an interactive soccer game which will build athletic abilities and
- build on character development and a positive attitude towards sports.
Suitbabe for children aged 4-12 years.
Yarra Ranges Council is a Child Safe Organisation.
Mooroolbark Soccer Club
Night Bush Walk-Yarra Ranges Council school holiday program
Tuesday 2 April 2024
Bring your torch and comfortable shoes and take a walk to see what animals we can find in the dark!
Come along as we walk the Warby Trail and find out about native animals that we can find right in our own backyards and across Yarra Ranges.
Yarra Ranges Council is a Child Safe Organisation.
Mt Evelyn Rotunda (just to the right side of the community house)
Let's Build Lego - Quiet Session
Tuesday 2 April 2024
Let's Build Lego is an inclusive program that is designed for children who require smaller groups, a quieter environment and/or support with play.
Find an assortment of treasures hidden in the Lego to use in your build - duplo is also provided.
Suitable for all children aged 3 -12 years (older siblings welcome).
Yarra Ranges Council school holiday program is inclusive for all children to attend.
Yarra Ranges Council is a Child Safe Organisation.
Belgrave Library
Come on a Teddy Bear Hunt! - Playgroup Week
Wednesday 20 March 2024
You and your teddies are invited to a ‘beary’ special playtime.
Bring your teddies for a health check, craft and story time...and can you help find the hiding bear?
(suitable for children aged 0-5 years)
Plus find out about playgroups, library programs and free/low cost activities for children and families in Yarra Ranges.
In partnership with:
Yarra Ranges Council, Your Library, The Parents Hub and Noah's Ark Playgroup
Yarra Ranges Council is a Child Safe Organisation.
Tapscott-Milbourne Centre
Supporting Anxious Children
Tuesday 5 March 2024
Does your child worry, feel anxious or seem stressed at times?
Yarra Ranges Council invite parents, carers and early childhood professionals to attend this FREE online information session.
Participants will:
- Develop strategies to support children through understanding the role of anxiety and normal childhood development,
- identif the signs and symptoms in your child,
- relaxation and mindfulness techniques
- where to go for more help and support.
*Please note this session will not be recorded.
In partnership with Yarra Ranges, Maroondah and Whitehorse Councils
Supporting Anxious Children
Tuesday 13 February 2024
Does your child worry, feel anxious or seem stressed at times?
Yarra Ranges Council invite parents, carers and early childhood professionals to attend this FREE online information session.
Participants will:
- Develop strategies to support children through understanding the role of anxiety and normal childhood development,
- identif the signs and symptoms in your child,
- relaxation and mindfulness techniques
- where to go for more help and support.
*Please note this session will not be recorded.
In partnership with Yarra Ranges, Maroondah and Whitehorse Councils
Paper Plate Makers
Wednesday 24 January 2024
Enter a world of creativity with paper plates and some simple craft items. Use different colors, textures and materials in your design.
All materials are provided.
Suitable for all children aged 3 -8 years (older siblings welcome).
Yarra Ranges Council school holiday program is inclusive for all children to attend.
Yarra Ranges Council is a Child Safe Organisation.
Seville Public Hall
Dad and Me Lego
Tuesday 23 January 2024
Dad’s, Granddad’s and male carers are invited with their children to this multi-generational Lego challenge.
Design your own Lego masterpiece or join in a Lego challenge.
Suitable for all children aged 3 -12 years (older siblings welcome).
Yarra Ranges Council school holiday program is inclusive for all children to attend. If your child does not have anyone who identifies as male in their life, they are welcome to come along with someone special.
Yarra Ranges Council is a Child Safe Organisation.
In partnership with Mt Evelyn Community House.
Mt Evelyn Community House
Ahoy! Pirate Story Time
Thursday 18 January 2024
Ahoy Me Matey - Discover the world of pirates through stories and songs, then make your own pirate hat.
Suitable for all children aged 2 - 6 years (older siblings welcome).
Yarra Ranges Council school holiday program is inclusive for all children to attend.
Yarra Ranges Council is a Child Safe Organisation.
Belgrave Hub
Grand Lego - Yarra Ranges Council school holiday program
Wednesday 17 January 2024
Grandparents, parents, carers and children are invited to this multi-generational Lego challenge.
Design your own lego masterpiece or join in a lego challenge.
Suitable for all children aged 3 -12 years (older siblings welcome).
Yarra Ranges Council school holiday program is inclusive for all children to attend.
Yarra Ranges Council is a Child Safe Organisation.
Mt Evelyn Community House
Paper Plate Makers
Thursday 11 January 2024
Enter a world of creativity with paper plates and some simple craft items. Use different colors, textures and materials in your design.
All materials are provided.
Suitable for all children aged 3 -8 years (older siblings welcome).
Yarra Ranges Council school holiday program is inclusive for all children to attend.
Yarra Ranges Council is a Child Safe Organisation.
Yarra Glen Community Hall
Paper Plate Makers
Wednesday 10 January 2024
Enter a world of creativity with paper plates and some simple craft items. Use different colors, textures and materials in your design.
All materials are provided.
Suitable for all children aged 3 -8 years (older siblings welcome).
Yarra Ranges Council school holiday program is inclusive for all children to attend.
Yarra Ranges Council is a Child Safe Organisation.
Monbulk Community Link
Let's Build Lego - Quiet Session
Tuesday 9 January 2024
Let's Build Lego is an inclusive program that is designed for children who require smaller groups, a quieter environment and/or support with play.
Find an assortment of treasures hidden in the Lego to use in your build - duplo is also provided.
Suitable for all children aged 3 -12 years (older siblings welcome).
Yarra Ranges Council school holiday program is inclusive for all children to attend.
Yarra Ranges Council is a Child Safe Organisation.
Rolling Hills Family Centre
Pram Walk and Talk
Thursday 26 October 2023
Enjoy being out in nature whilst being active and meeting other local parents and carers.
Take a walk around the ponds at Birdsland then enjoy a light morning tea together under the trees - we may even see some kookaburras, ducks, lizards and even cows!
Suitable for families with children in prams. The walk is approx. 2.5kms on flat, open terrain.
Morning tea is provided - bring along your sunhat and drink bottle.
Yarra Ranges Council is a Child Safe Organisation.
Birdsland Reserve
Connect with Country - Yarra Ranges Council
Saturday 21 October 2023
Connect with Country on this cultural walk.
Learn about the indigenous history, sample some local tucker and find out the cultural uses of plants.
Connect your mind, body and spirit to the land and sky around you.
Morning Tea provided.
The walk is led by Darren Wandin, a proud Wurundjeri Woi Wurrung Traditional Custodian and Nelson Aldridge a proud Taungurung man.
Registration is required for participating children and adults - an adult must remain present during the session.
Yarra Ranges Council is a Child Safe Organisation.
Badger Weir
Grand Lego - Yarra Ranges Council school holiday program
Friday 22 September 2023
Grandparents, parents, carers and children are invited to the Grand Lego challenge.
Design your own lego masterpiece or join in a lego challenge.
Suitable for all children aged 3 -12 years (older siblings welcome).
Yarra Ranges Council school holiday program is inclusive for all children to attend.
Yarra Ranges Council is a Child Safe Organisation.
Monbulk Living and Learning Centre - community link
Dad and Me - Paper Plane Engineers
Thursday 21 September 2023
Dads, Grandfathers and male carers are invited with their children to become a plane engineer!
Often viewed as just child’s play, the humble Paper Plane is the perfect vehicle to teach basic engineering and physics principles in a practical, challenging and fun way.
Children have a great deal of fun challenging themselves and others to find the paper plane design that will fly the furthest. Along the way they naturally learn to modify their design to test out what they have learnt about the principles of flight - lift, thrust, drag and yaw.
Creating paper planes is enjoyable and it can also help children to:
- discover engineering design and problem solving methods
- discover and understand the forces of flight
- apply scientific processes and testing to improve flight
Suitable for children aged 3 years and over.
Yarra Ranges Council is a Child Safe Organisation.
Yarra Ranges Council
Grand Lego - Yarra Ranges Council school holiday program
Monday 18 September 2023
Grandparents, parents, carers and children are invited to the Grand Lego challenge.
Design your own lego masterpiece or join in a lego challenge.
Suitable for all children aged 3 -12 years (older siblings welcome).
Yarra Ranges Council school holiday program is inclusive for all children to attend.
Yarra Ranges Council is a Child Safe Organisation.
Yarra Glen Memorial Hall
Supporting LGBTQIA+ Families in Early Childhood Services
Thursday 31 August 2023
Supporting all families and children accessing services is essential in providing a quality, welcoming and inclusive space. This webinar will provide a deeper understanding and strategies to support LGBTQIA+ families accessing your service.
After attending this presentation, participants will:
• Understand definitions relevant to LGBTIQA+ communities
• Identify issues relevant to LGBTIAQ+ children and families
• Have considered the positive wellbeing outcomes possible for all children through working from an inclusive perspective
• Have gained practical tips & examples to take steps toward creating inclusive spaces
• Know where to access further information & support
About the presenter:
Mel Jeffery (they/them) is a non-binary Social Worker who is passionate about inclusion, equality and wellbeing. Mel was born and bred on Wurundjeri Country and supports organisations and groups to become more inclusive spaces.
Yarra Ranges Council is a Child Safe Organisation.
Let's Talk Dads - for expecting and new Dads
Wednesday 9 August 2023
Expecting and new Dad's and male caregivers are invited to a FREE interactive workshop supporting and strengthening your role as a new father/carer, building positive relationships with your baby and exploring the important role you have in your babys life:
The session topics will cover:
What type of father do you want to be?
Partnership of parenting.
Routines - feeding, sleeping and interactions
Services and supports for Dad’s and male carers.
Meet some other great Dads!
A light dinner will be provided.
Please note - Due to the conversation content this workshop is for adults only, children cannot be accommodated for.
Yarra Ranges Council is a Child Safe Organisation.
In partnership with Mt Evelyn Community House.
Mt Evelyn Community House
Grand Bingo - Yarra Ranges Council school holiday program
Wednesday 5 July 2023
Grandparents, parents, carers and children are invited to a fun-filled Bingo game, with friendly competition as we play our way to win a prize.
Will you be a winner?
In partnership with Olinda Community House.
Yarra Ranges Council is a Child Safe Organisation.
Olinda Community House
Dad and Me Bingo-Yarra Ranges Council school holiday program
Tuesday 4 July 2023
Dads, Grandfathers and male carers are invited with their children to a fun-filled Bingo night, with friendly competition as we play our way to win a prize.
Will you be a winner?
Suitable for children aged 3 years and over.
Yarra Ranges Council is a Child Safe Organisation.
Yarra Ranges Council
Gumboot Walk - Yarra Ranges Council school holiday program
Monday 3 July 2023
Splish Splash Splosh! Let's pull on our gumboots and take a walk. Starting at the Healesville Library for a splashy storytime then off we walk to find some puddles to walk through. We may find some secret animals hiding away as we walk to the Healesville Community Garden to create some nature art.
Put on your warm clothes, this activity will run if the day is sunny or rainy.
Suitable for children aged 2 - 6 years (older siblings welcome)
The walk is approximately 1km on flat, even surface.
In partnership with Healesville Community Garden and Healesville Library.
Yarra Ranges Council is a Child Safe Organisation.
Healesville Library
Gumboot Walk - Yarra Ranges Council school holiday program
Wednesday 28 June 2023
Splish Splash Splosh! Let's pull on our gumboots and take a walk. We may find some puddles to walk through, see a duck or 2 and find some other secret animals hiding away.
Put on your warm clothes, this activity will run if the day is sunny or rainy.
Suitable for children aged 2 - 6 years (older siblings welcome)
The walk is approximately 1.2 kms on flat, even surface.
Yarra Ranges Council is a Child Safe Organisation.
Birdsland Reserve
Grand Bingo - Yarra Ranges Council school holiday program
Tuesday 27 June 2023
Grandparents, parents, carers and children are invited to a fun-filled Bingo game, with friendly competition as we play our way to win a prize.
Will you be a winner?
In partnership with Seville Community House.
Yarra Ranges Council is a Child Safe Organisation.
Seville Public Hall
Supporting Your Child's Kinder and School Readiness Journey
Wednesday 17 May 2023
Presented by a panel of Yarra Ranges Early Childhood Professionals, this session provides information for families to support their child as they begin their educational journey.
Topics of discussion include:
- importance of literacy,
- kinder and school transitions,
- child development,
-strategies to support your child,
-academic vs intellectual learning
- making that decision of when to start
- how to enrol
- what if my child needs to repeat a year of kinder?
In partnership with Yarra Ranges Council, Eastern Regional Libraries, Victoria Road Primary School and Community Kids Chirnside Park
Lilydale Library
Dad and Me - Hands on Reptiles!
Wednesday 19 April 2023
Ever been up close with a snake? turtle? shingleback lizard? Our slithery friends will captivate you as you learn about the weird and wonderful characteristics of Australian reptiles.
This session is an invitation for fathers, grandfathers and/or male caregivers with their children.
What do Australian Reptiles like to eat?
Where do they live?
What do they feel like to touch?
What threats do they face?
How do we help them survive?
Yarra Ranges Council is a Child Safe Organisation.
Montrose Town Centre
Fruit Fly Facts-Yarra Ranges Council school holiday program (CANCELLED)
Tuesday 18 April 2023
The Yarra Valley has bountiful seasonal produce is right on our doorstep!
We love to grow food in our home gardens too, but Queensland fruit fly (QFF) is a pest which is having significant impacts on the way we grow food.
Together with Agriculture Victoria, Agribusiness Yarra Valley and Holly's Backyard Bees have developed an engaging and fun education program to teach children and families about QFF; what QFF is, what we can do to prevent it, and how to respond to a detection and get your hands busy making an easy DIY fruit fly trap to take home for your own garden.
Suitable for children 4 years and over.
In partnership with Yarra Ranges Council
Yarra Ranges Council is a Child Safe Organisation.
Yarra Ranges Council
The Grand Hunt - Yarra Ranges Council school holiday program
Monday 17 April 2023
Grandparents, parents, carers and children are all invited to the Grand Hunt!
Work together to solve clues, find hidden secrets and make your way along the path in this interactive and family fun hunt.
Start at Yarra Ranges Council foyer and solve the clues that take you to the next location.
Arrive at the end location and enjoy a snack and cold drink.
Don't forget your hat, sunscreen and walking shoes!
(approx. 1.2 km) Pram friendly paths.
Yarra Ranges Council is a Child Safe Organisation.
Yarra Ranges Council
Let's get active with soccer! For children 2.5 - 5 years
Wednesday 12 April 2023
Teaching young children to play ball sports is not always easy but to teach them not to use their hands can be tough!
This soccer session teaches your toddlers and pre-schoolers how to stop and kick a moving soccer ball as well as passing and dribbling. The age-appropriate equipment means your child can master these skills more affectively and confidently. (older siblings welcome)
Yarra Ranges Council is a Child Safe Organisation.
In partnership with Yarra Glen District Living and Learning Centre.
Yarra Glen Memorial Hall
Let's get active with soccer! For children 1-2.5 years
Wednesday 12 April 2023
Teaching young children to play ball sports is not always easy but to teach them not to use their hands can be tough!
This soccer session teaches your toddlers and pre-schoolers how to stop and kick a moving soccer ball as well as passing and dribbling. The age-appropriate equipment means your child can master these skills more affectively and confidently. (older siblings welcome)
Yarra Ranges Council is a Child Safe Organisation.
In partnership with Yarra Glen District Living and Learning Centre.
Yarra Glen Memorial Hall
Storytime with Bookaburra
Tuesday 11 April 2023
Come along to a special school holiday story time with Bookaburra story tellers end enjoy songs, stories, and craft.
Suitable for children 0-6 years (older siblings welcome)
Yarra Ranges Council is a Child Safe Organisation.
In partnership with Mt Evelyn Community House and Bookaburra volunteers.
Mt Evelym Community House
Parenting Anxious Children
Wednesday 22 February 2023
Does your child worry, feel anxious and seem stressed at times?
Would you like to gain a greater understanding of anxiety and learn some helpful strategies to support your child?
This community webinar session will cover:
-Understanding the role of anxiety and normal childhood development
-The signs and symptoms in your children
-Types of anxiety disorders
-What’s helpful and not helpful
-Methods and strategies to support your children
-Relaxation techniques and tools, mindfulness, breathing etc.
-Where to go for more information/help
Presented by Anxiety Recovery Centre and partnership with Yarra Ranges Council.
Laugh Out Loud - children's performance
Wednesday 25 January 2023
Get ready to laugh out loud! Funny Bunny the rabbit has a new job, running Mr I. M. Serious’s famous show. There’s just one problem – all the performers are very serious and Funny Bunny just wants to have fun!
Join us for a side-splitting show with clownish characters, silly songs and dances, muddled up magic and playful puppets.
It’s a bonkers comedy event for kids!
Suitable for children aged 4 years and over.
Yarra Ranges Council is a Child Safe Organisation.
In partnership with Yarra Glen District Living and Learning Centre
Yarra Glen Memorial Hall
Dad and Me Games Night! - School Holiday Program
Tuesday 24 January 2023
Dads Night Out – with the kids! (Grandfathers and male caregivers also welcome).
Games night fun with a range of interactive games from across the years, who will win!
From 10 pin bowling, skipbo and Uno to dominoes, connect 4 and nought and crosses there is a game for everyone.
This activity is free and all games are provided.
Suitable for children aged 4 years and over.
Registration is required for participating adults and children.
In partnership with Lilydale Community House.
Yarra Ranges Council is a Child Safe Organisation.
Lilydale Community House
Lego legends! School Holiday Program (CANCELLED)
Tuesday 24 January 2023
Creativity is endless with your imagination. Come along and design your own Lego master piece or join in a lego challenge.
Provided by Yarra Ranges Council Early Years Services.
Suitable for children aged 3 years and over.
Yarraburn Centre
Native Bees and Insect Hotel - School Holiday Program
Thursday 12 January 2023
Learn all about bees these school holidays.
Find out about plants bees like to visit and how to provide an insect habitat to welcome bees and insects into your garden.
This hands on activity provides an opportunity for children to make their own insect habitat to take home for their garden.
This activity is free and all materials are provided.
Suitable for children aged 3 - 8 years.
Yarra Ranges Council is a Child Safe Organisation.
Karwarra Gardens
Lego legends! School Holiday Program (CANCELLED)
Wednesday 11 January 2023
Creativity is endless with your imagination. Come along and design your own Lego master piece or join in a Lego challenge.
Provided by Yarra Ranges Council Early Years Services.
Suitable for children aged 3 years and over.
Tapscott Milbourne Centre
Grand Games Day! - School Holiday Program
Tuesday 10 January 2023
Bring your grandparents and/or parents along to have some fun! Games Day fun for all the family, enjoying a range of interactive games from across the years, who will win!
From 10 pin bowling, skipbo and Uno to dominoes, connect 4 and nought and crosses there is a game for everyone.
This activity is free and all games are provided.
Suitable for children aged 4 years and over.
Registration is required for participating adults and children.
Yarra Ranges Council is a Child Safe Organisation.
Monbulk Community Link
Dad's Den - Modern Day Parenting Workshop
Wednesday 16 November 2022
Parenting roles & responsibility have changed over time, enabling Dad's to have a more hands on approach.
Dad’s, Step Dads, Grand Dad’s and father figures of children 0-8 years, are invited to a FREE interactive workshop supporting and strengthening your role as a father/carer, building positive relationships with your child and exploring the important role a Dad has in their child’s life.
Topics include:
-Tools to further connect with your child.
-Partnership of parenting.
-Supporting your child’s development and play.
-Talking, sharing and developing trust.
-Services and supports for Dad’s and male carers.
Due to the nature of some conversation children cannot be in attendance.
Japara Living and Learning Centre
Where is the Green Sheep - Stories and Songs!
Wednesday 26 October 2022
Come along to a Bookaburra story time and enjoy some favourite stories and songs.
You might even see a hungry caterpillar or a big brown bear!
Suitable for children aged 0-6 years.
Registration is only required for participating children - an adult must remain present during the session.
Yarra Ranges Council is a Child Safe Organisation.
In partnership with Yarra Glen District Living and Learning centre.
Yarra Glen Reading Room
Early Intervention and Support for Families
Monday 17 October 2022
This FREE online session for families with children ages 0-7 years provides information and tools to:
- Learn about Early Intervention supports for children with developmental concerns aged 0 – 7 years.
- Discussion regarding ‘Red Flags’ and how to identify developmental concerns in your child
- Discussion regarding LINK Health and Community Early Supports for children
- Discussion regarding NDIS pathways
Opportunity for Questions.
Presented by Linkhealth in partnership with Yarra Ranges Council.
Resources and an information pack will be provided to attending families.
A link to join the session will be provided to participants upon registration.
Dad's Den - Modern Day Parenting (CANCELLED)
Wednesday 12 October 2022
Parenting roles & responsibility have changed over time, enabling Dad's to have a more hands on approach.
In this Dad's only interactive workshop, we will explore what it is like to be a modern day Dad/older Dad/first time Dad/Step Dad/working Dad/Stay-at-home Dad/just plain loving Dad & to share what works & what doesn’t, to help dads to connect and engage with their child & the important role a Dad or Father Figure plays in a young persons life.
Japara Living and Learning Centre
Early Intervention and Support for Families
Thursday 6 October 2022
This FREE online session for families with children ages 0-7 years provides information and tools to:
- Learn about Early Intervention supports for children with developmental concerns aged 0 – 7 years.
- Discussion regarding ‘Red Flags’ and how to identify developmental concerns in your child
- Discussion regarding LINK Health and Community Early Supports for children
- Discussion regarding NDIS pathways
Opportunity for Questions.
Presented by Linkhealth in partnership with Yarra Ranges Council.
Resources and an information pack will be provided to attending families.
A link to join the session will be provided to participants upon registration.
Grand Games Day! - School Holiday Program
Wednesday 28 September 2022
Bring your grandparents and/or parents along to have some fun! Games Day fun for all the family, enjoying a range of interactive games from across the years, who will win!
From 10 pin bowling, skipbo and Uno to dominoes, connect 4 and nought and crosses there is a game for everyone.
This activity is free and all games are provided.
Suitable for children aged 4 years and over.
Registration is required for participating adults and children.
Yarra Ranges Council is a Child Safe Organisation.
Yarra Ranges Council
Let's get Moving to Music
Monday 26 September 2022
Come along to this family friendly and interactive music session. Enjoy songs and and movement discover different sounds and beats with instruments, sing familiar and new songs and let your voice go free!
Suitable for children aged 0 - 6 years.
In partnership with Seville Community House
Yarra Ranges Council is a Child Safe Organisation.
Covid safe protocols in place.
Seville Community Hall
Monster Madness - School Holiday Program (CANCELLED)
Thursday 22 September 2022
Spark your imagination and create your own crazy sock monster to take home.
This activity is free and all materials are provided.
Suitable for children aged 3 - 8 years, older siblings are welcome.
Registration is only required for participating children - an adult must remain present during the activity.
Yarra Ranges Council is a Child Safe Organisation.
Monbulk Community Mall
Breath, Stretch and Relax with Yoga
Wednesday 21 September 2022
Using breathing and stretching techniques this interactive yoga session supports children's concentration, coordination and body awareness.
Suitable for children aged 2 - 6 years - older siblings are welcome and parents/carers are encouraged to join in.
(older siblings welcome)
No previous yoga experience required.
In partnership with Seville Community House
Yarra Ranges Council is a Child Safe Organisation.
Covid safe protocols in place.
Seville Community Hall
Dad and Me Cooking Class - School Holiday Program
Tuesday 20 September 2022
Enjoy the smells and flavours as you cook a dinner together, discovering 4 meals with mince and simple and easy to prepare ingredients. Dad's, Grandfathers and male carers are all welcome.
(please note each family will have an opportunity to cook and eat 1 meal and take away recipes for 3 additional meals).
This activity is free and all materials are provided.
Suitable for children aged 5 years and over.
Registration is required for participating adult and children.
Contact the event organiser to discuss any allergy requirements, please note that some allergies cannot be catered for.
Yarra Ranges Council is a Child Safe Organisation.
In partnership with Japara Neighbourhood House
Japara Neighbourhood House
Monster Madness - School Holiday Program
Monday 19 September 2022
Spark your imagination and create your own crazy sock monster to take home.
This activity is free and all materials are provided.
Suitable for children aged 3 - 8 years, older siblings are welcome.
Registration is only required for participating children - an adult must remain present during the activity.
Yarra Ranges Council is a Child Safe Organisation.
In partnership with Yarra Glen District Living and Learning centre.
Yarra Glen Community Room
Understanding NDIS and Supporting Families - Early Childhood
Tuesday 30 August 2022
Presented by Linkhealth in partnership with Yarra Ranges Council this FREE session for Early Childhood Professionals working with children 0-7 years, provides information and tools to:
- Identify ‘Red Flags’ and children with developmental concerns
- Know about Early Intervention supports for children with developmental concerns aged 0-7 years
- Support families to link in with community supports for their child
- Understand Early Supports for children with developmental concerns
- Understand NDIS pathways
- Know about referral processes – what is required?
Opportunity for Questions.
Attendance certificate will be provided for attendees.
Resources and an information pack will be provided to attending professionals for use with families.
A link to join the session will be provided to participants upon registration.
Bag Print and Design - Connect, Create and Play
Monday 29 August 2022
Decorate your own bag with paints and prints. This self directed, make and take activity encourages children's creativity and design.
This activity is free and all resources are provided - BYO art smock.
Suitable for children aged 3 - 6 years.
In partnership with Seville Community House
Yarra Ranges Council is a Child Safe Organisation.
Covid safe protocols in place.
Seville Community Hall
Create with Clay - Connect, Create and Play
Monday 15 August 2022
Bring along your imagination and pinch, poke, push and roll to make your own clay creation.
This activity is free and all resources are provided - BYO art smock.
Suitable for children aged 3 - 6 years.
In partnership with Seville Community House
Yarra Ranges Council is a Child Safe Organisation.
Covid safe protocols in place.
Seville Community Hall
We're All Superheros! Performance - School Holiday Program
Thursday 7 July 2022
A superhero is coming to visit today! But this hero is unlike any you’ve ever met! This cape-wearing crusader will teach us that we all have superpowers, everyone is special in their own way, and boys and girls are equally strong and capable. Discover your superpower and learn how to be a super friend, too!
Suitable for children aged 3 - 8 years.
Yarra Ranges Council is a Child Safe Organisation.
Covid safe protocols in place.
Japara Living and Learning Centre
Teddy Bear Storytime - Mt Evelyn
Tuesday 5 July 2022
Bring along your teddies and enjoy a special Teddy Bear Storytime with Bookaburra. Take your teddies on fun adventures and sing-alongs then go on a teddy seek and find to find your own new teddy bear to take home.
Suitable for children aged 0-5 years - older siblings welcome to come along too!
Yarra Ranges Council is a Child Safe Organisation.
Mt Evelyn Community House and Reading Room
T-Rex Tea Party Performance - School Holiday Program
Monday 4 July 2022
Join us for a T-RIFIC T-Rex Tea Party!
Dance with the Diplodocus! Sing with the Stegosaurus! With cute dinosaur puppets, dress-ups, magic tricks, music and a story about a cheeky dinosaur, there’s plenty to see on the way. So sharpen your teeth, practice your roars, and let’s all pretend to be dinosaurs!
It’s a dinosaurumpus!
Suitable for children aged 3 - 8 years.
Yarra Ranges Council is a Child Safe Organisation.
Covid safe protocols in place.
Yarraburn Centre
It's a Zoo Party Performance - School Holiday Program
Friday 1 July 2022
Come along for a trip to the zoo! We’ll see a big tiger and a cute orangutan too! Slither with the snakes, bounce with the kangaroos – you might even see a snappy crocodile or two! Step this way everyone, please – but watch out for the cheeky monkeys!
Suitable for children aged 3 - 8 years.
Yarra Ranges Council is a Child Safe Organisation.
Covid safe protocols in place.
Monbulk Community Hall
Native Bees and Insect Hotel - School Holiday Program
Wednesday 29 June 2022
Learn all about bees these school holidays.
Find out about plants bees like to visit and how to provide an insect habitat to welcome bees and insects into your garden.
This hands on activity provides an opportunity for children to make their own insect habitat to take home for their garden.
This activity is free and all materials are provided.
Suitable for children aged 3 - 8 years.
Yarra Ranges Council is a Child Safe Organisation.
Yarra Glen Community Room
Everyday Parenting - supporting parents of infants KILSYTH
Wednesday 15 June 2022
Presented by Inspiro in partnership with Yarra Ranges Council this parenting session provides information, conversation and support on parenting and child development. The session is presented by a Speech Therapist, Occupational Therapist and Dietician.
For parents and carers of children aged 0-18 months.
Children welcome/activities provided.
Japara Living and Learning Centre (Early Years Building)
Everyday Parenting - supporting parents of infants BELGRAVE (CANCELLED)
Wednesday 1 June 2022
Presented by Inspiro in partnership with Yarra Ranges Council this parenting session provides information, conversation and support on parenting and child development. The session is presented by a Speech Therapist, Occupational Therapist and Dietician.
For parents and carers of children aged 0-18 months.
Children welcome/activities provided.
Belgrave Community Hub
Everyday Parenting-supporting parents of infants (Belgrave) (CANCELLED)
Between Friday 6 May 2022 and Thursday 26 May 2022
Presented by Inspiro in partnership with Yarra Ranges Council this parenting series provides information, conversation and support on parenting and child development.
For parents and carers of children aged 0-18 months
children welcome/activities provided
Belgrave Community Hub
Parenting in a Digital World
Tuesday 10 May 2022
Parenting in the Digital World provides insight into the online worlds of young people including the latest trends, risks and research, and include a strong focus on social media. It also focuses on advice parents can use to help manage a child’s life online.
Suitable for parents and carers of children kinder and primary school age.
Presented by The Alannah and Madeline Foundation in partnership with Yarra Ranges Council.
Everyday Parenting - supporting parents of infants (Kilsyth) (CANCELLED)
Between Friday 29 April 2022 and Thursday 5 May 2022
Presented by Inspiro in partnership with Yarra Ranges Council this parenting series provides information, conversation and support on parenting and child development.
For parents and carers of children aged 0-18 months
children welcome/activities provided
Japara Living and Learning Centre (Early Years Building - off Hansen Rd)
Connect to Nature - Clay Person and Nature Mobile
Friday 22 April 2022
Connect with nature these school holidays by creating a clay person, then look for fallen nature to form into a hanging decoration.
This activity is free and all materials are provided.
Suitable for children aged 3 - 8 years.
Yarra Ranges Council is a Child Safe Organisation.
Melba Park
Connect to Nature - Clay Person and Nature Mobile
Thursday 21 April 2022
Connect with nature these school holidays by creating a clay person, then look for fallen nature to form into a hanging decoration.
This activity is free and all materials are provided.
Suitable for children aged 3 - 8 years.
In partnership with Yarra Glen Living and Learning Centre
Yarra Ranges Council is a Child Safe Organisation.
Yarra Glen Living and Learning Centre
Connect to Nature - Bird Feeder and Nature Mobile
Wednesday 20 April 2022
Connect with nature these school holidays by creating a hanging bird feeder and identify birds in your own backyard, then look for fallen nature to form into a hanging decoration.
This activity is free and all materials are provided.
Suitable for children aged 3 - 8 years.
Yarra Ranges Council is a Child Safe Organisation.
Mt Evelyn Recreational Reserve
Connect to Nature - Bird Feeder and Nature Mobile
Tuesday 19 April 2022
Connect with nature these school holidays by creating a hanging bird feeder and identify birds in your own backyard, then look for fallen nature to form into a hanging decoration.
This activity is free and all materials are provided.
Suitable for children aged 3 - 8 years.
Yarra Ranges Council is a Child Safe Organisation.
Kalorama Recreational Reserve
Connect to Nature - Hunt, Create and Thread!
Tuesday 12 April 2022
Connect with nature these school holidays by working together to complete a nature scavenger hunt, create a hanging bird feeder and identify birds in your own backyard, then look for fallen nature to thread into a hanging decoration.
This activity is free and all materials are provided.
Suitable for children aged 3 - 8 years.
In partnership with Seville Community House.
Yarra Ranges Council is a Child Safe Organisation.
Seville Water Park and Playground
Grand Day on the Green!
Monday 11 April 2022
Grandparents and grandchildren are invited to this fun afternoon of lawn bowling.
Never played barefoot bowls before? No problem! You will be given a free lesson before you begin.
We provide the bowls, and you come for the fun on the grass and in the sun.
Suitable for children 4 years and over.
Yarra Ranges Council is a Child Safe Organisation.
Mooroolbark Lawn Bowls Club
Body Safety Education - for parents and carers of children.
Wednesday 6 April 2022
Body safety and consent education empowers children to lessen the likelihood of them becoming victims of childhood sexual abuse and helps them to develop respectful relationships as they grow into adults.
Parenting in a Digital World
Tuesday 8 March 2022
Parenting in the Digital World provides insight into the online worlds of young people including the latest trends, risks and research, and include a strong focus on social media. It also focuses on advice parents can use to help manage a child’s life online.
Suitable for parents and carers of children kinder and primary school age.
Presented by The Alannah and Madeline Foundation in partnership with Yarra Ranges Council.
Storytime with Bookaburra - Chirnside Park (CANCELLED)
Thursday 27 January 2022
Where is the green sheep? Join in with our Bookaburra volunteer Lorraine and look for the green sheep, enjoy stories, songs and movement.
Stories and picture books suitable for children aged five and under.
Yarra Ranges Council is a Child Safe Organisation.
Chirnside Park Community Hub
Storytime with Bookaburra - Monbulk
Wednesday 19 January 2022
Where is the green sheep? Join in with our Bookaburra volunteer Margaret and look for the green sheep, enjoy stories, songs and movement.
Stories and picture books suitable for children aged five and under.
Yarra Ranges Council is a Child Safe Organisation.
Monbulk Community Link and Reading Room
Paper Bag Friends - Mt Evelyn
Tuesday 25 January 2022
Get crafty these school holidays and make a new friend - with a paper bag! Enjoy a story time about people and friends then make your own friend to take home.
This activity is free and all materials are provided.
Suitable for children aged 3 - 8 years.
Yarra Ranges Council is a Child Safe Organisation.
Mt Evelyn Recreational Reserve
Infant Yoga and Massage - Kilsyth
Friday 21 January 2022
An interactive session for an adult and infant that calms the mind, strengthens the body and relaxes your breathing with simple stretches, movements and massage techniques which will put your baby right to sleep (maybe!)
Suitable for adults with a child aged under 1 year of age.
Yarra Ranges Council is a Child Safe Organisation.
Elizabeth Bridge Reserve
Paper Bag Friends - Healesville
Thursday 20 January 2022
Get crafty these school holidays and make a new friend - with a paper bag! Enjoy a story time with Eastern Regional Library about people and friends then make your own friend to take home.
This activity is free and all materials are provided.
Suitable for children aged 3 - 8 years.
Yarra Ranges Council is a Child Safe Organisation.
Coronation Park
Storytime with Bookaburra - Mt Evelyn
Tuesday 18 January 2022
Where is the green sheep? Join in with our Bookaburra volunteers and look for the green sheep, enjoy stories, songs and movement.
Stories and picture books suitable for children aged five and under.
Yarra Ranges Council is a Child Safe Organisation.
Mt Evelyn Community House and Reading Room
Paper Bag Friends - Kalorama
Thursday 13 January 2022
Get crafty these school holidays and make a new friend - with a paper bag! Enjoy a story time about people and friends then make your own friend to take home.
This activity is free and all materials are provided.
Suitable for children aged 3 - 8 years.
Yarra Ranges Council is a Child Safe Organisation.
Kalorama Reserve
Paper Bag Friends - Lilydale
Wednesday 12 January 2022
Get crafty these school holidays and make a new friend - with a paper bag! Enjoy a story time about people and friends then make your own friend to take home.
This activity is free and all materials are provided.
Suitable for children aged 3 - 8 years.
Yarra Ranges Council is a Child Safe Organisation.
Melba Park
Infant Yoga and Massage - Belgrave
Tuesday 11 January 2022
An interactive session for an adult and infant to calm the mind, strengthens the body and relaxes your breathing with simple stretches, movements and massage techniques which will put your baby right to sleep (maybe!)
Suitable for adults with a child aged under 1 year of age.
Yarra Ranges Council is a Child Safe Organisation.
Birdsland Reserve
Early Intervention and the NDIS
Wednesday 17 November 2021
This online session is designed for professionals working with children with a disability aged 0-6 years.
Topics include:
Understand the NDIS and terminology
Supporting for families to access to early intervention
Supporting families
Presented by Association for Children with a Disability in partnership with Yarra Ranges Council.
The Big Picnic- Celebrating Childrens Week (CANCELLED)
Saturday 23 October 2021
To launch Children’s Week 2021, families across Yarra Ranges are invited to ‘The Big Picnic’. Bring along your picnic for a fun afternoon with music, children’s games, family scavenger hunt and a community cricket match.
In partnership with Yarra Ranges Council, Seville Community House and Seville Cricket Club.
This event will adhere to current COVID_19 restrictions and guidelines.
Participants will be required to abide by COVID protocols when attending, including QR code check-in.
Mont DeLancy
Infant Yoga and Massage (CANCELLED)
Thursday 23 September 2021
An interactive session that calms the mind, strengthens the body and relaxes your breathing with simple stretches, movements and massage techniques which will put your baby right to sleep (maybe!)
Suitable for adults with a child aged 1 year and under.
COVID-19 guidelines & restrictions will be adhered to at all times to ensure the safety of participants and staff. Please ensure a ticket is booked for every attending adult -This program is for an adult/carer with a child UNDER 1 YEAR OF AGE.
50 Mt Evelyn Community House
The Big Picnic- Celebrating Childrens Week
Wednesday 22 September 2021
Celebrating Children’s Week 2021, families across Yarra Ranges are invited to join ‘The Big Picnic’.
Book your food box (suitable for morning or afternoon tea) from a list of cafe's and visit a local play space, take a bush walk or set up a picnic at home.
Limited food boxed available.
In partnership with Yarra Ranges Council and Seville Community House.
Mont DeLancy
A Whole Lot of Playdough Fun! (CANCELLED)
Tuesday 21 September 2021
Pour, mix and knead to make your own playdough then get busy with pushing, pinching and rolling to create your own playdough designs.
All material is provided.
Suitable for children 2+
COVID-19 guidelines and restrictions will be adhered to at all times to ensure the safety of participants and staff.
Please ensure a ticket is booked for every attending child and adult.
Tapscott-Milbourne Hall
Paper Bag Friends (CANCELLED)
Monday 20 September 2021
Create your own puppet friend using paper bags and crafts.
All material is provided.
For children 3+ years
COVID-19 guidelines and restrictions will be adhered to at all times to ensure the safety of participants and staff. Please ensure a ticket is booked for every attending child and adult.
Birdsland Reserve Education Centre
Man with a Pram - Seville (CANCELLED)
Sunday 12 September 2021
Please visit https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/man-with-a-pram-2021-seville-tickets-164215357555 for booking
Man With A Pram is hitting Seville this year for our annual Father's Day Fundraiser.
Join us with your prams and carriers at 9am as we create “the village that raises a child”.
All families are welcome to attend - pram it, bike it or hike it as we celebrate the babies, children and Dad's in our community.
Seville Water Park and Playground
Starting Prep Together
Tuesday 31 August 2021
Starting Prep Together is a FREE 2 part workshop for dads, mums and carers of children with disability starting Prep in 2022 and beyond.
You'll connect with other parents in your area, and together learn how to navigate your child’s transition to school and set them up for a positive educational experience.
The workshops are presented by the Association for Children with a Disability in partnership with the Upper Yarra Partnership's Linking Families Service and Yarra Ranges Council.
Dad's Den - Modern Day Parenting
Wednesday 25 August 2021
Parenting roles & responsibility have changed over time, enabling Dad's to have a more hands on approach. In these Dad's only interactive workshops, we will explore what it is like to be a modern day Dad/older Dad/first time Dad/Step Dad/working Dad/Stay-at-home Dad/just plain loving Dad & to share what works & what doesn’t, to help dads to connect and engage with their child & the important role a Dad or Father Figure plays in a young persons life.
Japara Living and Learning Centre
Support For Families - of children with a disability
Tuesday 17 August 2021
Support for Families is a great opportunity for parents of young children to hear about support that is available for the whole family.
For Mum’s, Dad’s and carers of children with a disability aged 0-6 years.
The workshop looks at; Rethinking respite; Financial Support; Staying connected and supporting siblings, Counselling and looking after yourself.
Presented by Association for Children with a Disability in partnership with Yarra Ranges Council.
Early Intervention and the NDIS
Wednesday 21 July 2021
This online session is designed for professionals working with children with a disability aged 0-6 years.
Topics include:
Understand the NDIS and terminology
Supporting for families to access to early intervention
Supporting families
Presented by Association for Children with a Disability in partnership with Yarra Ranges Council.
Let's All Sing Along!
Wednesday 7 July 2021
Join in these school holidays for a fun and interactive online sing along with some of our favourite childhood songs. All you need is your hands for actions, feet for dancing and voice for singing and you are ready to join in.
Suitable for children aged 1 year+ and their families.
Presented by Yarra Ranges Council Supported Playgroup.
Let's All Sing Along!
Thursday 1 July 2021
Join in these school holidays for a fun and interactive online sing along with some of our favourite childhood songs. All you need is your hands for actions, feet for dancing and voice for singing and you are ready to join in.
Suitable for children aged 1 year+ and their families.
Presented by Yarra Ranges Council Supported Playgroup.
Infant Yoga and Massage
Friday 11 June 2021
An interactive session that calms the mind, strengthens the body and relaxes your breathing with simple stretches, movements and massage techniques which will put your baby right to sleep (maybe!)
Suitable for adults with a child aged 1 year and under.
COVID-19 guidelines and restrictions will be adhered to at all times to ensure the safety of participants and staff. Please ensure a ticket is booked for every attending adult and child over 1 year old.
Healesville Community Room (at Healesville Library and Community Link)
Baby and Me Storytime
Friday 11 June 2021
It is never too early to start reading with our babies, so come along to this special story time just for babies and their important adults.
Suitable for families with children aged 1 year and under
COVID-19 guidelines and restrictions will be adhered to at all times to ensure the safety of participants and staff.
Please ensure a ticket is booked for every attending adult and child over 1 year of age.
Mt Evelyn Community House and Reading Room
Paper Bag Friends
Friday 11 June 2021
Create your own puppet friend using paper bags and crafts.
All material is provided.
For children 3+ years
COVID-19 guidelines and restrictions will be adhered to at all times to ensure the safety of participants and staff. Please ensure a ticket is booked for every attending child and adult.
Birdsland Reserve Education Centre
A Whole Lot of Playdough Fun!
Friday 11 June 2021
Pour, mix and knead to make your own playdough then get busy with pushing, pinching and rolling to create your own playdough designs.
All material is provided.
Suitable for children 2+
COVID-19 guidelines and restrictions will be adhered to at all times to ensure the safety of participants and staff.
Please ensure a ticket is booked for every attending child and adult.
Tapscott-Milbourne Hall
Gumboot Walk!
Monday 24 May 2021
There is no such thing as bad weather, there are only bad clothes, so pull on your Winter boots and take a muddy walk with us these school holidays.
The walking track is approximately 1km return.
Suitable for children 2-5 years.
COVID-19 guidelines and restrictions will be adhered to at all times to ensure the safety of participants and staff.
Please ensure a ticket is booked for every attending child and adult.
Badger Weir Picnic Area
Autumn Treasure Hunt & Nature Crafts – All Ages
Tuesday 13 April 2021
Enjoy a morning of family fun & creativity in nature. Children will explore outdoors, hunting for nature's treasures - which they'll use in a creative craft session led by Yarra Valley ECOSS to create their own Dream Catcher & Autumn Hanging Mobile.
This FREE session is for children of all ages. Morning tea provided.
COVID-19 guidelines and restrictions will be in place to ensure the safety of participants & staff. Please ensure a ticket is booked for every attending child & adult.
Powelltown Streamside Reserve
Outdoor Nature Play - Yarra Ranges school holiday program
Friday 9 April 2021
Explore, learn and play in nature these school holidays. Discover the colors, textures and sounds whilst getting creative.
Suitable for children aged 1-4 years and their family.
In partnership with The Parent Hub.
COVID-19 guidelines and restrictions will be adhered to at all times to ensure the safety of participants and staff. Please ensure a ticket is booked for every attending child and adult.
The Parent Hub (Blairgowrie House)
Riverside Treasure Hunt & Nature Crafts - Pre-schoolers
Thursday 8 April 2021
Connect with nature and enjoy a guided treasure hunt along the river. Pre-schoolers and their parents/carers will collect natural treasures to use in a creative craft session led by Yarra Valley ECOSS, making a beautiful Autumn Hanging Mobile to take home.
This FREE session is aimed at children 2-6 years.
COVID-19 guidelines and restrictions will be adhered to at all times to ensure the safety of participants and staff. Please ensure a ticket is booked for every attending child and adult.
Thomas Avenue, Warburton (behind the Warburton Arts Centre)
Nature Discovery Craft - school holiday program
Thursday 8 April 2021
Connect with nature at Birdsland Reserve, discover the colors of nature and collect natural materials to use in a craft activity.
Suitable for children aged 3+ years and their family.
COVID-19 guidelines and restrictions will be adhered to at all times to ensure the safety of participants and staff. Please ensure a ticket is booked for every attending child and adult.
Birdsland Education Center - Birdsland Reserve
Bush Walk for kids - Doongalla
Tuesday 6 April 2021
Enjoy a morning walk with Parks Victoria and Yarra Ranges Council, exploring the beautiful trails of Doongalla.
Children will engage in a nature search and discover the native flora and fauna of the area - moderate walking with some steep inclines/declines.
Suitable for children aged 3+ years and their family.
COVID-19 guidelines and restrictions will be adhered to at all times to ensure the safety of participants and staff. Please ensure a ticket is booked for every individual attending.
Doongalla Picnic Ground - Stables Car Park
Parenting Anxious Children
Tuesday 30 March 2021
Does your child worry, feel anxious and seem stressed at times?
This online session support by Yarra Ranges Council will discuss the role of anxiety and normal childhood development, signs and symptoms in your children, types of anxiety disorders, what’s helpful and not helpful, and methods, strategies to support your children.
Presented by ARCVic-Anxiety Recovery Center Victoria
Dad's Den - Modern Day Parenting
Wednesday 3 March 2021
Parenting roles & responsibility have changed over time, enabling Dad's to have a more hands on approach. In these Dad's only interactive workshops, we will explore what it is like to be a modern day Dad/older Dad/first time Dad/Step Dad/working Dad/Stay-at-home Dad/just plain loving Dad & to share what works & what doesn’t, to help dads to connect and engage with their child & the important role a Dad or Father Figure plays in a young persons life.
This workshop will run over 2 sessions
Sherbrooke Family and Children's Centre
Belgrave Pool Party
Friday 22 January 2021
Let off steam before school goes back while also learning some fun new water safety skills. 2 hours of inflatables, music, dinner and games for 8-17 year olds.
All children 8-10yrs must be supervised by a registered parent or guardian. $5 entry fee per child.
All Yarra Ranges council programs adhere to current COVID-19 guidelines and specific COVID-Safe protocols will be in place for this event. Please ensure a ticket is booked for every attending adult and child.
Belgrave Pool
Grounding Stones
Thursday 21 January 2021
An outdoor art session for children and parents to explore emotion and affirmation. You'll create and paint your very own Grounding Stones and learn how to use these with simple mindfulness practices to calm the mind and body when experiencing stress and other big feelings.
For children aged 7-12, parents & carers.
COVID-19 guidelines & restrictions will be adhered to at all times to ensure participant & staff safety. Please ensure a ticket is booked for every attending child & adult.
Redwood Community Centre
Amazing Race Lilydale
Wednesday 20 January 2021
What will you find and what might you learn in this race around Lilydale? Gather the family or a small team and prepare yourself for the challenge!
Target age group 8-14. Starting times are staggered and approx race length 1.5-2hrs. Please place one booking per team and ensure a ticket is 'purchased' for every attending adult and child.
COVID-19 guidelines & restrictions will be adhered to at all times to ensure the safety of participants & staff.
Lilydale Lake (start and finish point)
Kites, Planes and Storytime - Reefton
Tuesday 19 January 2021
Join us for a morning of fun for the whole family! Kids will make and take flight with kites and aeroplane crafts, enjoy a fun filled interactive storytime with Eastern Regional Libraries, and yummy snacks by the Reefton Hotel.
This session is FREE & suitable for children of all ages, & parents/carers.
COVID-19 guidelines and restrictions will be adhered to at all times to ensure the safety of participants and staff. Please ensure a ticket is booked for every attending child and adult.
Reefton Hotel
Mindful Movement
Monday 18 January 2021
A session for children and their parents to explore big feelings and emotions through movement and mindfulness. Have fun and get physical while learning simple skills to acknowledge and regulate emotions. Target age group is 8-12.
All Yarra Ranges council programs adhere to current COVID-19 guidelines and specific COVID-Safe protocols will be in place for this event. Please ensure a ticket is booked for every attending adult and child.
Chirnside Park Community Hub
Yoga for kids
Friday 15 January 2021
Take some time to relax and connect with your-self and child in this interactive yoga session that calms the mind, strengthens the body and relaxes your breathing. This session involves you performing some simple stretches and movements with your child.
Suitable for children aged 3+ years.
COVID-19 guidelines and restrictions will be adhered to at all times to ensure the safety of participants and staff. Please ensure a ticket is booked for every attending child and adult.
Elizabeth Bridge Reserve - to the left of the play space
Supporting Our Children's Return to School
Thursday 14 January 2021
Heading back to school in a new year can be both an exciting and stressful time for our children, especially with the disruptive year in 2020. In this free webinar session, Kate Wilde from The Workshop, will discuss ways to support our children to experience a positive return to school, importance of social and emotional well-being and positive peer relationships, value of routines and effective communication strategies that engage positive interactions.
Opportunities for Q and A.
Kites, Planes and Storytime - Powelltown
Thursday 14 January 2021
Join us for a morning of fun for the whole family! Kids will make and take flight with kites and aeroplane crafts, enjoy a fun filled interactive storytime with Eastern Regional Libraries, and a delicious sausage sizzle by Cire Services.
This session is for children of all ages and parents/carers.
COVID-19 guidelines and restrictions will be adhered to at all times to ensure the safety of participants and staff. Please ensure a ticket is booked for every attending child and adult.
Powelltown Football Ground - Playground
Tall Trees Puppet Storytime
Tuesday 12 January 2021
Connect to nature and enjoy a beautiful outdoor puppet story. Children will learn all about the tallest trees - home of the Leadbeater’s possum, and the vision in action to protect them for the future.
For children aged 2-7 years and their parents/carers. This session is FREE.
COVID-19 guidelines and restrictions will be adhered to at all times to ensure the safety of participants and staff. Please ensure a ticket is booked for every attending child and adult.
Yarra Valley ECOSS
Shadow Body Art
Monday 11 January 2021
‘I have a little shadow that follows me wherever I go’…..bring along your shadow for this fun body shadow art activity where we can move our shadows into different shapes and designs to decorate. Presented by Yarra Ranges Council, this fun and free activity is suitable for children and families of all ages.
COVID-19 guidelines and restrictions will be adhered to at all times to ensure the safety of participants and staff. Please ensure a ticket is booked for every attending child and adult.
Hookey Park - Pavilion
Nature Clay Nests
Wednesday 6 January 2021
Connect with nature, engage with your creativity and incorporate STEM skills in this free school holiday program presented by Yarra Ranges Council. Design and build a nature nest to add to your garden and see who comes to visit.
COVID-19 guidelines and restrictions will be adhered to at all times to ensure the safety of participants and staff. Please ensure a ticket is booked for every attending child and adult.
Mount Evelyn Recreational Reserve - behind football oval
Infant Yoga
Tuesday 5 January 2021
Take some time to relax and connect with your little one in this interactive yoga session that calms the mind, strengthens the body and relaxes your breathing.
This session involves you performing some simple stretches and movements while holding your baby.
Suitable for adults with children aged 1 year and under.
COVID-19 guidelines will be adhered to at all times to ensure the safety of participants & staff. Please ensure a ticket is booked for every attending child & adult.
Seville Water Park - Green Space
Cultural Awareness Training
Between Wednesday 21 October 2020 and Thursday 3 December 2020
A series of three FREE on-line training webinars for early years professionals and family services practitioners who are supporting children and families from diverse cultural backgrounds.
Making Seedling Pots & Rice Paper Rolls
Saturday 24 October 2020
Celebrate Children's Week in Yarra Ranges by joining us at PEACE Farm to connect with nature and celebrate Spring.
Learn how to make seedling pots from newspaper and use these pots to plant your flower seeds. Watch how to make rice paper rolls for lunch from edible flowers in the garden.
Available to watch anytime throughout Children's Week.
Suitable for children 5-12 Years
Spring Nature Connection
Saturday 31 October 2020
Celebrate Children's Week in Yarra ranges by joining us at PEACE Farm to connect with nature and celebrate Spring.
We will be collecting nature objects to create a Spring Nature mandala, demonstrating how to make a healing and relaxing herbal tea, and leading a sound bath relaxation meditation to meet the Spring elementals.
Available to watch from 31st October 2020.
Suitable for children 7-12 years.
Physics for Kids- Create Power!
Thursday 24 September 2020
Lets get POWERFUL! This fun and interactive online session explores matter and its motion as well as how it interacts with energy and forces. Children will explore physics using creative and fun experiments and activities which will create electricity, force and light.
Suitable for children 3+
How Far - How High: Use science to design your paper plane
Tuesday 22 September 2020
In this fun and interactive online session, children will be actively involved in the scientific process of improving their planes. Modifications will also be a part of the session and provide an additional challenge – testing their knowledge of flight principles as well as their design and problem-solving skills.
Diving Deeper - Trauma Smart Parenting Workshop
Thursday 17 September 2020
Building on the basics of brain and behavior research this webinar is all about growing a toolbox of practical coping skills and strategies that we can use to support ourselves and those in our care during these challenging times. Opportunity for Q and A.
Presented by Sian Chambers Vallance, clinical play therapist, parent educator and consultant and Tony Vallance, educator, consultant and Australian of Teacher of the Year 2019
Taming the Tiger Parent Workshop
Tuesday 1 September 2020
ANGER is a natural human emotion to stress or fear. Learn how to identify emotional triggers in yourself & family that lead to anger, understand the science & function of emotions, explore coping skills, resourcing, effective communication & learn practical tools & techniques to help restore calm & emotional health to your family.
Presented by Sian Chambers Vallance, clinical play therapist, parent educator & consultant & Tony Vallance, educator, consultant & Aust. of Teacher of the Year 2019
All Come out To Play-Invitation to Families in Yarra Ranges
Tuesday 25 August 2020
Playgroup Victoria's ALL Come Out To Play! performance is coming online to families in Yarra Ranges.
ALL Come Out To Play! helps children learn about respectful relationships and gender equality through music, song & dance. They are LIVE and totally INTERACTIVE! So clear some space and get ready to sing and dance and LAUGH!
Don’t forget to invite the Grandparents to join in – you cant' see them face to face so lets invite them to see their grand kids sing and dance and having fun
All Come out To Play - in Yarra Ranges
Thursday 20 August 2020
Playgroup Victoria's ALL Come Out To Play! performance is coming online to families & playgroups in Yarra Ranges.
ALL Come Out To Play! helps children learn about respectful relationships and gender equality through music, song & dance. They are LIVE and totally INTERACTIVE! So clear some space and get ready to sing and dance and LAUGH!
Don’t forget to invite the Grandparents to join in – you cant' see them face to face so lets invite them to see their grand kids sing and dance and having fun
Dad's Den - Modern Day Parenting
Tuesday 11 August 2020
Parenting roles and responsibility have changed over time, enabling Dad's to have a more hands on approach. In this Dad's only interactive session, Darren Varley will explore what it is like to be a modern day Dad/ older Dad/first time Dad/second time Dad/Step Dad/working Dad/Stay-at-home Dad or just plain loving Dad and to share what works and what doesn’t to help dads to connect and engage with their child and the important role a Dad or Father Figure plays in a young persons life.
All Come out To Play - in Yarra Ranges
Tuesday 11 August 2020
Playgroup Victoria's ALL Come Out To Play! performance is coming online to families & playgroups in Yarra Ranges.
ALL Come Out To Play! helps children learn about respectful relationships and gender equality through music, song & dance. They are LIVE and totally INTERACTIVE! So clear some space and get ready to sing and dance and LAUGH!
Don’t forget to invite the Grandparents to join in – you cant' see them face to face so lets invite them to see their grand kids sing, dance and have fun!
All Come out To Play - in Yarra Ranges
Thursday 6 August 2020
Playgroup Victoria's ALL Come Out To Play! performance is coming online to playgroups in Yarra Ranges.
ALL Come Out To Play! helps children learn about respectful relationships and gender equality through music, song & dance. They are LIVE and totally INTERACTIVE! So clear some space and get ready to sing and dance and LAUGH!
Don’t forget to invite the Grandparents to join in – you cant' see them face to face so lets invite them to see their grand kids sing and dance and having fun.
Parenting Through Stress and Social Isolation Webinar
Thursday 30 July 2020
All parents need support in managing the stress of lockdown, remote learning, and isolation at home.
All The Feels facilitator Bec Filliponi will introduce parents and carers of children 0-12 years to the basics of emotional regulation and its benefits.
You'll learn simple simple techniques:
• to use in managing stress, uncertainty, and the challenges of parenting during lockdown and beyond.
• that you can teach your children to support their emotional regulation and wellbeing.
Free webinar: Play To Learn - Learn To Play
Friday 29 May 2020
Connecting with your child and learning through play in the Early Years.
Do you want to:
- understand how play supports your young child's learning?
- strategies to nurture your child's early development?
- discover a variety of low cost activities to engage your child at home?
- connect and have fun together?
For parents, grandparents and carers of children aged 0-6 years.
A partnership between ParentZone, Boroondara, Knox, Maroondah, Monash, Whitehorse & Yarra Ranges Councils
Via Zoom
Supporting Your Child's Kinder and School Readiness (CANCELLED)
Wednesday 20 May 2020
Presented by a panel of Early Childhood Professionals this session provides information for families to support their child as they begin their education journey. Topics of discussion include: Kinder and school transitions, child development, strategies to support your child, academic vs intellectual learning and making that decision to start or not to start.
In partnership with Yarra Ranges Council - Early Years, Selby Preschool and The Patch Primary School.
Japara House
Supporting Your Child's Kinder and School Readiness (CANCELLED)
Tuesday 19 May 2020
Presented by a panel of Early Childhood Professionals this session provides information for families to support their child as they begin their education journey. Topics of discussion include: Kinder and school transitions, child development, strategies to support your child, academic vs intellectual learning and making that decision to start or not to start.
In partnership with Yarra Ranges Council - Early Years, Japara House, Yarra Ranges Kinders Inc and Mt Evelyn Primary School.
Japara House
CANCELLED Yarra Ranges Council School Holiday Bush Art
Thursday 9 April 2020
Discover, Create, Connect with NATURE in our free bush art activity.
Enjoy exploring your natural environment and discover hidden tools to create your art piece.
Suitable for families with children 2-8 years. Light morning tea provided.
In the event of wet weather this activity will be cancelled. Check Yarra Ranges Council event web page for updates: www.yarraranges.vic.gov.au/Experience/Events
Birdsland Reserve
CANCELLED Yarra Ranges Council School Holiday River Art
Tuesday 7 April 2020
Discover, Create, Connect with NATURE in our free art activity.
Enjoy exploring your natural environment and discover hidden tools to make your art piece.
Suitable for families with children 1-8 years.
No bookings required, just come along and enjoy the morning.
Light morning tea provided.
River via Doon Caravan Park
CANCELLED Yarra Ranges Council School Holiday Bush Art
Monday 6 April 2020
Discover, Create, Connect with NATURE in our free Bush art activity.
Enjoy exploring your natural involvement and discover hidden tools to make your art piece.
Suitable for families with children 2 - 8 years.
In partnership between Yarra Ranges Council – Early Years and Japara Living and Learning Center.
Please note wet day alternative will be at Japara Living and Learning Centre 54-56 Durham Road, Kilsyth.
Elizabeth Bridge Reserve
CANCELLED - Yarra Ranges School Holiday Nature Play
Thursday 2 April 2020
Enjoy your natural environment with this create and discover activity for children 2-8 years. Join a scavenger hunt, design a communal nature mural and splash about in the water park.
No bookings required, just come along and have fun in nature!
Bring along your picnic lunch.
In partnership between Yarra Ranges Council Early Years and Seville Community House.
In the occurrence of wet weather this event will be cancelled.
Seville Water Park
Supporting Anxious Children
Tuesday 3 March 2020
Does your child worry, feel anxious or seem stressed at times? Yarra Ranges Council - Early Years invite parents, carers and early childhood professionals to attend this FREE community session. Develop strategies to support children through understanding the role of anxiety and normal childhood development, identifying the signs and symptoms in your child, relaxation and mindfulness techniques and where to go for more help and support.
Healesville Link - Community Room
Can you find the green sheep or hear a dinosaur roar?
Friday 17 January 2020
Let your imagination take you on a journey with this interactive story time followed by a craft session which will bring the stories to life.
Morning tea provided.
Suitable for children 5 years and under.
Presented by Yarra Ranges Council Early Years Services and Bookaburra Literacy Program.
Coldstream Primary School Library
Let's Build Lego!
Wednesday 15 January 2020
Creativity is endless with your imagination. Come along and design your own Lego master piece. Provided by Yarra Ranges Council Early Years Services.
Light morning tea provided. Suitable for ages 4+
Tapscott Milbourne Centre
You Can't be What You Can't See Poster Series Launch Event
Thursday 5 December 2019
Early years professionals from across the Yarra Ranges are invited to the launch of our poster series, You Can’t Be What You Can’t See. Posters will be available for early years and childcare centres to display around their facilities. These posters promote gender equity and challenge gender stereotypes by displaying both men and women in a diverse range of occupations.
There will be a FREE light dinner and a lucky door prize containing a range of GE early years books.
Montrose Town Centre
Improving Child Outcomes: Collective Knowledge-Local Actions
Thursday 12 September 2019
Help launch the new Yarra Ranges Early Years Strategic Action Plan through hearing about Council’s priorities for supporting Children and Families over the next two years and contributing to focused discussions about the latest data on children’s outcomes including local results from the Australian Early Development Census.
Featuring guest presenter Catherine Nolan- Director of the Comprehensive Child Development Monitoring Project at the Department of Education and Training. Dinner provided.
Conference Room- Yarra Ranges Council Chambers
Improving Child Outcomes: Collective Knowledge-Local Actions
Tuesday 10 September 2019
Help launch the new Yarra Ranges Early Years Strategic Action Plan through hearing about Council’s priorities for supporting Children and Families over the next two years and contributing to focused discussions about the latest data on children’s outcomes including local results from the Australian Early Development Census.
Featuring guest presenter Catherine Nolan- Director of the Comprehensive Child Development Monitoring Project at the Department of Education and Training. Dinner provided.
Function Room- Karwarra Native Plant Garden
Keeping Our Kids Safe - Wise Parent
Friday 14 December 2018
Wise Parent is a program designed to provide parents with the tools to recognise and prevent child abuse, as well as empower them to respond to concerns or incidents of abuse. Parents will learn how to communicate with their children about personal safety, empower their children and minimise risks of abuse.
Topics
• What is child abuse, signs and indicators
• Offender behaviour and the ‘grooming’ process
• Communication
• Online safety
Japara Living and Learning Centre
