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May 09, 2023

mount cannibal, garfield north

May 09, 2023/ Tess Miller
mount cannibal, garfield north

Mount Cannibal is a continuous loop walk talking to you to the top where you can soak in some beautiful viewing points and the perfect spot for a family hike.

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May 09, 2023/ Tess Miller/
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January 14, 2023

emerald lake model railway, emerald

January 14, 2023/ Mamma Erin
emerald lake model railway, emerald

Puffing Billy is not the only train that loves to ride the tracks at Emerald Lake! 

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January 14, 2023/ Mamma Erin/
emerald lake model railway, Train expereinces, dandenong ranges places to go, cardinia places to go, family experiences 5, indoor 4
January 09, 2023

gumbuya world, tynong

January 09, 2023/ Mamma Erin
gumbuya world, tynong

A theme park that is SUPER fun for the whole family. It’s an animal park, has rollercoasters and thrill rides, and Mamma’s favourite place to cool off at the GIANT water park.

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January 09, 2023/ Mamma Erin/
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January 06, 2023

emerald lake park wading pool, emerald

January 06, 2023/ Mamma Erin
emerald lake park wading pool, emerald

Keep you eye on the forecast and plan your Emerald lake adventure to include a wade through the FREE pool. 

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January 06, 2023/ Mamma Erin/
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February 08, 2022

lakeside paddleboats @ emerald lake, emerald

February 08, 2022/ Mamma Erin
lakeside paddleboats @ emerald lake, emerald

It’s official. The train mad kids are going to LOVE you for taking them to Emerald Lake. Puffing Billy Railway have just opened their brand new visitors centre along side the beautiful original Lakeside station.

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February 08, 2022/ Mamma Erin/
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January 07, 2022

kurth kiln picnic grounds, gembrook

January 07, 2022/ Mamma Erin
kurth kiln picnic grounds, gembrook

Weekends are made for family drives and exploring some hidden treasures. Kurth Kiln is a national park to the north of Gembrook and is a tranquil slice of paradise.

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January 07, 2022/ Mamma Erin/
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November 04, 2021

paint your own @ robert gordon pottery, pakenham

November 04, 2021/ Mamma Erin
paint your own @ robert gordon pottery, pakenham

Mamma loves drinking from her Robert Gordon mugs ...but did you know you can paint your own?

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July 18, 2017

crocs playcentre, pakenham

July 18, 2017/ Mamma Erin
crocs playcentre, pakenham

Every playcentre we visit seem to find gets bigger and bigger.

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July 18, 2017/ Mamma Erin/
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Inspiring families in Melbourne's East 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.

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