kokoro japanese head spa, williamstown

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kokoro japanese head spa, williamstown

Experience pure relaxation at Kokoro Japanese Head Spa in Melbourne's West. Scalp therapy, hair treatments and total bliss await. Japanese Head Spa treatments are all about deep relaxation, and Mamma is all for it! This is a lovely experience you will not regret —sip on tea, enjoy a foot scrub, soak in the soft music, and let a hydrating face mask work its magic.

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melbourne river cruises, williamstown to city

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melbourne river cruises, williamstown to city

Experience the best way to explore Melbourne with Melbourne River Cruises! Enjoy a scenic ferry ride from Gem Pier in Williamstown to Southbank, passing iconic bridges along the Yarra River. This hour-long journey offers free tea, coffee, and guided tour information. Avoid city traffic and parking — relax and enjoy Melbourne’s stunning riverside views! What a perfect way to get into the CBD!

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tuki trout farm, smeaton

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tuki trout farm, smeaton

Mamma loves Tuki Trout Farm in Smeaton - this is truly a Pond to Plate Experience! Mamma says: it's not just a great outing; it's an incredibly memorable journey for you and the kids. What’s on the menu? Well, your CATCH! Yes, they can prepare you with a delicious meal of the fish you JUST caught. Or simply choose from some other great dishes made from local produce. Fantastic!

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the state rose garden, werribee south

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the state rose garden, werribee south

Mamma LOVES a good family picnic spot and this is up there with the best in Melbourne.. The State Rose Garden in Werribee South is magical with a touch of whimsy where you can’t help feeling that you’ve fallen down Alice’s rabbit hole into an intoxicating flower paradise. The garden itself is meticulously set out in the shape of a rose with shady spots around the edge and a gazebo too.

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mansion spa, werribee south

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mansion spa, werribee south

Mamma has a little secret. On the odd occasion after school drop off, Mamma sneaks out along the freeway and heads to Werribee Mansion… does she go to the Rose Garden? No, she doesn't. Does she go to the Zoo? Nope. Of course not. She heads to the Mansion Day Spa! This is the kind of place where you feel a million miles away from the every day hustle and bustle of life.

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the garden of st erth, blackwood

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the garden of st erth, blackwood

Nestled next to the Wombat State Forest are the amazing Gardens of St Erth and historic homestead, run by the popular gardening group - The Diggers Club.  The nursery here will have you inspired to get out in your own backyard and start cultivating that green thumb and it also has a great cafe for a cool drink or a hot bevvy depending on your season!

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lavandula lavender farm, shepherds flat

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lavandula lavender farm, shepherds flat

Lavandula in Shepherds Flat is one of our favourite places and you can see why! This Swiss Italian Farm is a sight to behold with its sprawling gardens, old stone buildings, charming cafe and crazy geese roaming the grounds. You can take a gander through the fragrant lavender, check out the other friendly and delightful animals like chooks and emus - then sit down for a spot of lunch under the trees.

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overnewton castle, keilor

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overnewton castle, keilor

Did you know we have a castle here in the West? Well, we do and Overnewton Castle in Keilor is lovely! It's not hard to sell the idea of going to a real-life castle but Mamma says, make sure you check out their High Tea and Tours - so interesting…and delicious. This 175-year-old castle has it all, walls covered in gorgeous vines, four acres of immaculate gardens and the cutest little gazebo.

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