Summer is the perfect time to visit Scienceworks – with a huge outdoor playground and a cool 21-degree indoor climate, it’s an ideal family adventure. The school holidays are even more exciting, with extra programs offering spectacular science and summer fun
Read MoreThe Christmas celebrations are about to begin at Stockland Point Cook! Such a magical time of year!
Read MoreWe all know how integral water is to our everyday lives. It nourishes us and is essential as we go about our daily routines - drinking, washing, cleaning, cooking, and creating. Yet, having instant access to fresh water is something most of us take for granted. In Melbourne, we’re fortunate to have some of the freshest and cleanest water in the world. But our supply is limited, making the water we do have our most precious resource.
Read MoreTreaty in the Park is a spectacular celebration of First Nations culture and music, taking place at Wyndham Park, Watton Street in Werribee City Centre on Sunday 24 November 2024.
Read MoreIt’s ALL happening at the Point Cook Pop Up Park this spring and beyond, and Mamma means EVERYTHING.
There will be Halloween fun, Diwali celebrations, a Carnival day, STEM and Sustainability day, Kids Fun Day and then on to Christmas celebrations - Twilight Market and CAROLS! So start adding them all to your calendar!
This October, experience the Food, Fire & Light Festival at Sovereign Hill, Ballarat, from 5pm to 10pm over two weekends (11-12 & 18-19 October). Enjoy fiery performances, light displays, flame-cooked food, and cocktails. Includes a Welcome to Country and free daytime entry to Sovereign Hill. Tickets: $68.
Read MoreThe Be Bold Festival continues to grow each year, offering a fantastic and diverse line-up of artists and performers. This year's event will feature musicians, dancers, visual and cultural artists, and multicultural community groups, showcasing the rich creativity of one of Australia's most culturally diverse communities. Highlights include Uncle Shane Charles's Welcome to Country and Smoking Ceremony, along with a special First Peoples Cultural Dance.
Read MoreWhen it comes to looking for a builder for renovation and extension projects there’s a few things to look out for - a builder who is trustworthy and reliable, has great communication skills, BIG on quality, reputable and strict on time and budget. If you can find one locally - even better.
Read MoreWe all know how important it is to teach our kiddos to swim. If you are looking for a reputable, friendly and fun swim school then you will find a Paul Sadler Swimland nearby! Running classes for ALL ages from babies to adults.
Read MoreThis National Science Week bring the family to the Western Treatment Plant to learn more about the science and innovation that takes place, to ensure wildlife; including some of the world’s rarest bird and frog species, will thrive for generations to come.
Read MoreThis Father’s Day weekend, come along to ‘Welcoming the Babies,’ the one-stop shop for all things early parenthood.
Read MoreWho would have thought The Victoria Hotel in Yarraville could get any better? Since their fantastic renovation recently, Mamma and the crew just love it here.
The beer garden is amazing, the outdoor (undercover and heated) playground and the whole indoor play space section..oh it’s the perfect space for you and the family and NOW - Mums Who Brunch!
Not only do kids eat FREE on Mondays, they have Sunday Family fun days are also great but now they have the Mums Who Brunch on the 2nd Saturday of the Month.
Read MoreVisit Scienceworks this Winter to see the Air Playground exhibition and celebrate the rest of their fantastic Holiday Program. Keep warm and enjoy all that is on offer at our very own Science museum in Spotswood.
Read MoreThe Seaworks Winter Solstice Festival is a FREE event is back for 2024 in Williamstown. Celebrating the longest night and the shortest day of the year, marking the start of the winter season it is set to be a fun night of FREE entertainment and more!
Read MoreBallarat is a great place to visit all year round but there is something very special in Winter. Their Winter festival brings all the fun to town so rug up and let’s look at some highlights for this year’s wintry season.
Read MoreFIREFLY Night Market is back for 2024! Soak up the buzz as you explore market stalls, live music, cultural performances, interactive art and more.
Read MoreFREE Festival fun for WINTER! This is one of Mamma’s favourite events. For one night only Werribee will celebrate Winter with their FREE Winter Street Party. Kicking off the Winter school holidays on Friday June 28 - from 4pm the streets will come alive with fire, light and ice
Read MoreThe CDS - Container Return Scheme has been a huge success since it was implemented last year. Mamma says it is a great way to recycle AND earn some extra dollars - especially for the kiddos OR even fundraise for your local community groups or charities.
Read MoreOn June 2, Maribyrnong City Council will be hosting its first-ever Living Future Expo, an event aimed to inspire and inform us on how to live more sustainably.
There will be workshops, talks, and demonstrations to give US the tools to get inspired and make those changes for better self sufficiency - and a better planet!
With a focus on the climate emergency, eco-conscious living and innovation, the Expo will showcase a range of Council initiatives, e-vehicles, community exhibits, and interactive experiences designed to educate and motivate.
Highlights of the day will include:
Very Edible Gardens showing us how to identify edible weeds and make the most of their medicinal properties
Bike n Blend with free smoothies for the first 400 visitors
E-bike test rides thanks to Rilu- E-Bikes and Melbourne Powered
An electric garbage truck demo thanks to Cleanaway
Tim Forcey discussing his new book My Efficient Electric Home Handbook
David Spratt from Safe Climate Australia with his eye-opening presentation on the Climate Emergency
The Good Car Company with a range of electric vehicles to trail ride
Footscray’s own DIY HI FI Solar Sound System
The Community Bike Hub will have a huge range of serviced 2nd hand bikes for sale.
The Riff Raff Radical Marching Band will entertain with their swinging tunes of love and rage.
The Indirect Object will run two sessions of their This is Not a Box Workshop
Porta Putts with their mini golf course
Parents for Climate holding a kids clothes swap
Asian Australians for Climate Solutions with their induction cook top demonstration
BikeWest showing us the best routes for cycling
The EPA’s GardenSafe team giving you the dirt on your soil samples
Bat box making with the Junior Rangers program
Local Friends of Groups giving away native plants
School of Sewing and Upcycling creating a Living Future Expo banner live
Green My Plate, CSD Victoria and Cleanaway helping us reduce our Expo waste on the day
Plus workshops by Climate Action Maribyrnong, WestSide Cohousing Collective, Friends of the Earth Melbourne and much much more
So much fun to be had!
There will also be kids entertainment and sustainable food options! Oh, and YES the Mamma’s will be there with bells on!
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*Bike image courtesy of Bike West
The nitty gritty
Location: Footscray Arts precinct and span from The Line on Yewers Street, across Moreland Street and into The Footscray Community Arts Centre.
Date: Sunday June 2
10-5pm
Cost: FREE
After the recent discovery of asbestos in recycled mulch at Donald McLean Reserve in Spotswood, the Hobsons Bay Council team has been inspecting reserves right across the Hobsons Bay area and has closed 6 reserves until further notice
Read MoreInspiring families in Melbourne's West to uncover amazing stuff nearby. You will find inside local knowledge on parks, playgrounds, cafes, family activities, markets and more all waiting to be uncovered, rediscovered and enjoyed.
