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| | | | | Family Dance night - let's boogie! Get ready to dance the night away at our annual free Family Dance celebrating National Families Week. This event is perfect for families with children up to 10 years old, but everyone is welcome to join in the fun. Friday 23 May, 5.30-7.30pm
Len Packham Hall, 96 Cordelia Ave, Coolbellup Featuring the toe-tapping tunes of the Mucky Duck Bush Band, this is an evening of wholesome, family entertainment you won't want to miss and includes: Free sausage sizzle Photobooth 1x coffee/tea voucher per adult. Please note that all children must be accompanied by an adult. Numbers are limited, so register today to secure your spot!
RSVP is essential by Wednesday 21 May. Click on the button below to book and state the number of adults and children attending. | | Register |
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| | | Bullshift Community Training If you're sick of awkward meetings, confusing emails, and crossed wires in your team or group, consider attending this free workshop. It's packed with humour and will help you communicate clearly and confidently. Join comedian, coach, and accredited Bullshift facilitator Malcolm Dix for an engaging and practical session to help you build stronger, more effective teams. Cut the Bull and Build Better Teams Wednesday 14 May 6-7.30pm City of Cockburn Administration, 9 Coleville Crescent, Spearwood Register below to attend. | | Register |
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| | | Diverse Women's Friendship group
Come to our Diverse Women’s Friendship Group, a free weekly gathering where women from all cultures and walks of life come together to build friendships, learn practical skills, and talk about topics that matter.
Yangebup Family Centre, 11 Dunraven Drive
Thursdays, 9.30-11am.
Each week, we’ll chat about women’s health, parenting, money matters, and more in a warm, welcoming, and culturally inclusive space.
Sessions are free and include a free creche (limited spaces – must book ahead); interpreter and access support are also available.
It’s your time to connect, feel supported, and be inspired. Register now to secure a creche spot. | | Register to attend |
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| | | | | Build Bridges this Reconciliation Week It’s a time for all Australians to learn about our shared histories, cultures, and achievements, and how we can contribute to reconciliation in Australia. This year's theme is Bridging Now to Next. Join us for a range of free or low-cost activities from 16 May to 3 June. | | Reconciliation Week activities |
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| | | | | Free froggy fun Join Froggy's Fun on the Green every Monday at Manning Park, Hamilton Hill (now starting at the cooler-weather time of 9.30am), and every Tuesday at Nicholson Reserve, Yangebup, complete with a veranda for rainy days.
No need to register – sign in when you arrive!
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| | | Learn to save little lives Heart Beat Club is back for 2025! This exciting collaboration between Royal Life Saving Society WA and Kids Alive aims to empower the community with essential skills and knowledge to save a life. From 8 to 15 May, caregivers can participate in a free one-hour online training session. It’s a chance to learn vital resuscitation and first aid techniques tailored specifically for babies and toddlers. | | Register here |
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| | | Apply for your cost-of-living payment WA parents and carers with school-aged children can apply for cost-of-living relief to help reduce school expenses, with claims for the 2025 WA Student Assistance Payment now open. Parents/carers of Kindy to Year 12 students enrolled in a WA public or non-government school or registered for home education can claim the payment until the end of term two - Friday 4 July. For more information, click the button below. | | More info |
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| | | Why nature play matters more than ever Today’s children spend more time indoors than ever before and research shows this can impact their development and wellbeing, both now and in the future.
Spending time in nature through unstructured outdoor play helps children explore, grow, and thrive. There’s increasing recognition of how vital nature play is for healthy childhood development.
The Australian Institute of Family Studies (AIFS) has released a helpful info sheet that explains: What nature play is The developmental and wellbeing benefits How parents and practitioners can support more outdoor play. Click the button below to view the poster. Then scan the QR code to read the full article and discover practical tips to support your child’s next outdoor adventure. | | More information |
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