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/The light and sound show at Sovereign Hill is SPECTACULAR and a great family adventure.
Read MoreThe light and sound show at Sovereign Hill is SPECTACULAR and a great family adventure.
Read MoreThe Victorian Goldfields Railway is such a great family outing, to experience the joy of riding in an old steam train and getting a glimpse into life in another time. Hop on to the train at either Maldon or Castlemaine and coast along for about 45-50 minutes through lovely bushland and along trails.
Read MoreFor outdoor adventure lovers, The you Yangs has it all. The beauty of this area is stunning with those huge rocks, breathtaking views and lovely bushland.
Read MoreMamma LOVES a hedge maze, there is just something magical and mysterious about them. Barrabool Maze Estate is NO EXCEPTION. And kids of all ages seem to love getting lost in the never ending pathways.
Read MoreMamma thinks this is more like a massive waterpark than just a swim centre, and the perfect place to dive in for some indoor aquatic FUN! With a 50 metre pool, learn to swim pool, warm water pool for exercise, toddlers pool, spa and sauna, two massive 12.5 metre high water slide, a water adventure park and a kids splash pad (phew!), you’re going to have a hard time getting the kids to leave!
Read MoreStrawberry fields forever! Well, until the end of the season anyway! Mamma and co love hunting in these fields of joy for the perfect strawberry - and there are plenty! Surf Coast Strawberries is a great family adventure.
Read MoreThe Hoyts at The District Docklands has only recently just opened and it is a little different from the usual kind of cinema. Firstly, every single seat in the entire 8 cinema complex is a powered recliner! Ahhhhh! So good! It really is a touch of luxury to get you fully in the mood to relax and enjoy yourself.
Read MoreWhen you go through as many blueberries as Mamma’s family, seeing row upon row of these little delicious gems is a sight to see! Otway Blueberries has been around since the 90’s and they provide blueberries all around the Otways and surf coast. You can, of course, pick your own stash here though too - and Mamma sure does LOVE pickin’!!
Read MoreWe love Hopetoun Fall as a family adventure! Imagine large lush ferns and gorgeous forest greenery on the way, and you can stop and do some rock hopping near the river too - if you are lucky you may even see a platypus!. This is a truly lovely place, make sure you take a trip to Hopetoun Falls when you are heading this way!
Read MoreThe tower was opened about 20 years ago and was actually an arts project, and is dubbed a monument for ‘Migration and Aspirations’- Mamma has to say - it’s a lovely tower! You can see all around the wetlands from this vantage point and have a great view of the city as well.
Read MoreThis has to be our favourite garden to visit - we have been so many times and seen it in all the seasons. It’s magical at any time of year.
Read MoreThis little adventure couldn’t be more perfect! The boat ride across the bay is beautiful, stress free, swift, exciting and most of all fun. Your St Kilda destination is gorgeous, arriving at St Kilda pier, immersed in the beachside vibes - it truly feels like you are on a little holiday and now doing penguin tours from Williamstown
Read MoreMamma LOVES her mini golf and with a swing like hers - doing it in the dark is a bonus!
Read MoreArchie Brothers Cirque Electriq is literally a one-stop spot for some fun at The District and it is officially opening on October 18!
Read MoreThe Reading Corner is FREE for everyone to come and enjoy.
Ok, so when it comes to parties - Mamma LOVES this place for a fuss free and seriously fantastic kids birthday venue
Read MoreBeyond Perception at Scienceworks is the new permanent exhibition and is now open - entry included with general admission. This exhibition is pitched at 11 year olds and over - it is worth checking out with younger kids though - It is FREE (with general admission) and quite an engaging experience.
Read MoreAdd some FUN to your shopping list and spend a few hours sliding, jumping, climbing and playing at this fab playcentre!
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