saturday in melbourne's west

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Where to go on the weekend in Melbourne’s West! What’s on this weekend? Where can we go? What can we do? Well, Mamma is here to help you find fun on the weekend wherever you are! Happy Saturday!

What else is happening in the West??

Melton Night Markets THIS FRIDAY

Strathtulloh is about to glow!

For one night only, the event Play Space will be transformed into a breathtaking Australian animal lantern trail.

Wander through glowing creatures, illuminated botanical forms and larger-than-life lantern sculptures celebrating Australia’s unique flora and fauna.

📍 Strathtulloh, adjacent to Atherstone Traffic School

🗓 Friday 22 May
⏰ 5 PM – 9 PM
✨ Free entry

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Arts Centre Melbourne

Based on the wildly imaginative story by the bestselling Treehouse creator, YOU & ME and The Land of Lost Things brings pirate rabbits, flying socks and brilliantly bonkers fun to Arts Centre Melbourne this June ✨

Andy Griffiths will be there for photos after every performance on Saturday 13 June 📸 PLUS, book your tickets before 31 May for your chance to win a copy of the brand-new book YOU & ME and the Gigantic Knucklehead (out July)! 🎟️📚

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At The Substation THIS Saturday
MAY 23

When's the last time you made your own costume? What would you create if you could step into a story?

Drop in anytime between 11am–2pm for a hands-on, imaginative workshop led by award-winning artist Katy B Plummer

Children will make costumes out of kraft paper and tape to spark curiosity and encourage collaboration.

No prior experience needed - just bring your imagination!

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Applications OPEN!

The Woods Street Youth Art Prize is a much-loved biennial exhibition celebrating the creativity, diversity and spirit of young people across Melbourne’s west

For artists aged 14–25 with a connection to Melbourne's West⁠

Submit up to two works in any medium⁠

Deadline: Friday 12 June at 3pm

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Families with young children!

Mamma has some great news for you.

 The Victorian Government is opening 50 NEW Early Learning Centres around Victoria! 

 Early Learning Victoria centres will provide long day care, integrated three- and four-year-old kindergarten and have the trusted education and care we need for our young children.

 You are sure to find a centre that is close by AND just the right fit for your family.

Click here for more info and to learn more about the enrolment process

 

Maribyrnong is planning our next steps for children, young people and families.

Have you used a service, park, program, or playgroup?

Share your experience on what worked, what didn’t, and what needs to change before Sunday 28 June.

You could have the chance to win an online shopping voucher:

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