Australia Day Coogee Beach Festival Grab a hat and slap on some sunscreen and join us at Coogee Beach on Australia Day for a festive family event.
Thursday 26 January 8am - midday
Coogee Beach Reserve, Powell rd, Coogee - Free sausage sizzle (while stocks last)
- Mermaids on the beach
- Sandcastle building comp
Entertainment by: - Bloom
- Down Under Band
- Binareb Middars Aboriginal Dance Troupe
- New Zealand Children's Community Cultural Group
For more information see website or the flyer |
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All Abilities Pop-Up Playgroup
Connecting Community for Kids (CCK) host a Pop Up Play session.
Sessions aimed at children aged 0-12 years of all abilities to play in a welcoming space.
Yangebup Family Centre
Tuesday 24 January 9.30am-11am
See our flyer for more details. |
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Calling all summer skaters!
Join us for free skateboarding coaching clinics for 6-12-year-olds starting in February to early March at Coolbellup and Spearwood skateparks, after school from 4-6pm. All equipment provided.
Registrations are essential, and pre-registration is recommended.
Register at the Beyond Skate website closer to the time, the link is on City's website or download the
flyer.
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Speech talk tips
Telethon Speech and Hearing has shared some great information with our libraries.
Here are some speech pathologist handouts which might be useful for parents.
Just click on the one you want information on:
12 months
18months
2 years
3 years
4 years
5 years
Library talk tips
Check the website for more information on kids in libraries, school holiday programs and much more. |
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Voice for children in Cockburn
Hear from children in Cockburn. The Children's Reference Group (CRG) is their opportunity to voice their thoughts and get involved with their community. The CRG aims to teach children leadership skills and confidence and provide them the chance to be involved in the planning of their community in a fun and interactive way
They meet monthly at Spearwood 4-5pm to share ideas and take part in fun projects with other children (upper primary).
For more information, download theflyer or see the website.
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Concerned about your child's development?
Connecting Community for Kids (CCK) has organised a free therapy day for parents concerned about their child's development or waiting for an assessment.
Maaraka Dabakarn (Hands to Steady) will be held on Saturday, 4 Feb 9.15am-12.30pm in Cockburn Central and focuses on children under 5 years.
Meet a range of therapists in a group setting, discuss your child's development, have an ear screen and chat with other parents over morning tea.
Bookings essential. Download flyer
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South West Metro Parenting Programs
Upcoming Courses and Events - South West Parenting Services
Cockburn Parenting
We have various programs and events coming up this year (details soon on the website), but you can still get a free parent consult by calling us on 089411 3855 or emailing parenting@cockburn.wa.gov.au
Check out the website under Events & Workshops to see what parenting programs and events are coming up. Register for all programs, which include: - What to expect: Child Development 0-3 months - download the flyer or see website- online course, free. Monday 6 Feb 1-2pm
- What to expect Child Development 3-6 months - download the flyer or see websiteonline course, free. Wednesday, 8 March 7-8pm
- Kids Craft Morning - Participate with your children (aged 10 years and under) for some fun crafts these school holidays - Coolbellup Hub Wednesday 25 Jan 10am-midday, registration essential - download flyer or see website
- Circle of Security Parenting - Free internationally recognised program to improve your parent/child relationship. Coolbellup Hub Thurs 16 Feb to Thursday, 30 March, 10am-midday. Download flyer or website
Regular Cockburn parenting programs: - My Time Aboriginal parent/grandparent group - For more information, visit our website
- Sing and Play (referral only) bookings phone 08 9411 3855 or 08 9411 3854.
Meerilinga Cockburn
Upcoming courses or events can be accessed on the website page.
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Beat the heat at Froggys on the Green outdoor playgroup
Our free popular outdoor playgroup moves half an hour earlier to 9am this term.
Mondays at Manning Park 9-11am
Tuesdays at Meller Park 9-11am
No bookings are required; just come down.
More details are on the flyer or on our website. |
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What's up for Kids at Cockburn ARC? |
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We have lots of fun activities for children this January at Cockburn ARC: - Cockburn ARC Bandicoots - indoor play (and more on Friday) for kids up to 8 years, $8.20 per session - download flyer
- Swimming Carnival Clinic - build racing skills, suited to 7-16 years 17-19 Jan - download flyer $55
- Footy Splash - free event at Cockburn ARC Wed 18 Jan 3-6pm - download flyer
- Big Kids Creche - 6-11 years, $7.50 per session - runs till 27 Jan - download flyer
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Diverse Women's Group make cultural connections
If English is your second language, connect with other women from other backgrounds at our new Diverse Women's Group. Each week there is a new speaker and topic, and free creche.
Topics include: - Money matters - budgeting
- Making healthy lunch boxes
- Cooking demos
- Getting back to work
- Understanding how government services operate
- Learning about other cultures
- Health and well-being tips
Wednesdays 9.30-11.30am at Coolbellup Hub, 90 Cordelia Ave, Coolbellup.
Contact our Cultural Diversity Officer on 08 9411 3444 or commdev@cockburn.wa.gov.au for bookings (essential) or more information.
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Playgroups help your child prepare for school
"Children who attend playgroups during early childhood have significantly better child development when they start school"
Telethon Kids Institute
(It takes a village to raise a child: The influence and impact of playgroups across Australia - 2016)
We have two new playgroups which started last year in our new community centres: - Treeby playgroup
- Hammond Park Playgroup.
And we also have spots available in the Aubin Grove Playgroup.
Aubin Grove Sport and Community Facility. Friday's 9am - 11am. Suitable for 0-5 years (or Pre-Primary). Contact aubingroveplaygroup@gmail.com. They also have a private Facebook group called Aubin Grove Playgroup. Information also available at Playgroupwa.com.au
For contact details, go to Playgroups, Kindergartens and Toy Libraries - City of Cockburn |
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