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February 04, 2022

puffing billy, belgrave

February 04, 2022/ Mamma Erin
puffing billy, belgrave

Nothing screams a local eastie adventure like a ride on the world famous Puffing Billy. 

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February 04, 2022/ Mamma Erin/
puffing billy, dandenong ranges places to go, yarra ranges places to go, Train expereinces, Family experiences 4, TRAINS
January 27, 2022

nurture creek farm stay, monbulk

January 27, 2022/ Mamma Erin
nurture creek farm stay, monbulk

Bek and Adam have worked tirelessly over the past 2 years to open up this hobby farm to other families and are now welcoming guests to their newly renovated cottage on the property. Sleeping 5, the house has everything you need for an enjoyable stay and farm life experience.

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January 27, 2022/ Mamma Erin/
road trippin, roadtrippin, nurture creek monbulk, yarra ranges places to go, Family experiences 4
January 23, 2022

waterfalls, lakes and rivers of the east

January 23, 2022/ Mamma Erin
waterfalls, lakes and rivers of the east

The best waterways in the east!

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January 23, 2022/ Mamma Erin/
waterfalls lakes and rivers of the east, the great outdoors 4, Family experiences 4
January 17, 2022

murrindindi scenic reserve and wilhelmina falls, murrundundi

January 17, 2022/ Mamma Erin
murrindindi scenic reserve and wilhelmina falls, murrundundi

Amazing - there is simply no other word for it. The Murrindindi Scenic Reserve with the beautiful Murrindindi River and the Wilhelmina Falls are incredible.

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January 17, 2022/ Mamma Erin/
the great outdoors 4, waterfalls lakes and rivers, murrindindi, nature trails
January 17, 2022

castella blueberries, castella

January 17, 2022/ Mamma Erin
castella blueberries, castella

Well, it’s confirmed. Blueberries taste 200% better when you pick them directly from the bush and when these bushes are in the BUSH … it makes for an all around, great family activity.

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January 17, 2022/ Mamma Erin/
castella blueberries castella, berry picking, Family experiences 4
January 15, 2022

wilson botanic park, berwick

January 15, 2022/ Mamma Erin
wilson botanic park, berwick

A stunning botanical oasis in Melbourne's outer east with a playground, lakes and even a cafe! Plan your next picnic and family get together at Wilson Botanic Park.

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January 15, 2022/ Mamma Erin/
wilson botanic park, casey places to go, picnic spots in the east, the great outdoors 4, waterfalls lakes and rivers, Cheap Thrills
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/
the great outdoors 4, yarra ranges places to go, dandenong ranges places to go, cardinia places to go, kurth kiln picnic grounds, waterfalls lakes and rivers, Cheap Thrills, nature trails
January 06, 2022

shiprock falls and picnic grounds, hoddles creek

January 06, 2022/ Mamma Erin
shiprock falls and picnic grounds, hoddles creek

Head in to the forest to chase some waterfalls … but you might just end up climbing giant rocks instead!

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January 06, 2022/ Mamma Erin/
the great outdoors 4, shiprock falls and picnic grounds hoddles creek, yarra ranges places to go, outdoor yarra ranges, dandenong ranges places to go, waterfalls lakes and rivers
January 02, 2022

lilydale sailing club @ lillydale lake

January 02, 2022/ Mamma Erin
lilydale sailing club @ lillydale lake

Sail away with us on Lilydale Lake!

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January 02, 2022/ Mamma Erin/
yarra ranges places to go, outdoor yarra ranges, cherryhill coldstream, Family experiences 4, big kid adventures
December 28, 2021

lysterfield lake, lysterfield

December 28, 2021/ Mamma Erin
lysterfield lake, lysterfield

This could the closest you are going to get to the beach in the eastie burbs of Melbourne! Lysterfield Lake is a real treasure. The man made body of water has crystal clear shallows and beautiful views - a total win for families.

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December 28, 2021/ Mamma Erin/
the great outdoors 4, lysterfield lake, casey with kids, casey places to go, waterfalls lakes and rivers
December 09, 2021

mansfield zoo, mansfield

December 09, 2021/ Mamma Erin
mansfield zoo, mansfield

There is a zoo in the country that full of charm and a lion or two!

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December 09, 2021/ Mamma Erin/
road trippin, mansfield zoo, family experiences 3, High Country
December 08, 2021

puffing billy railway lakeside visitors centre, emerald

December 08, 2021/ Mamma Erin
puffing billy railway lakeside visitors centre, 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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December 08, 2021/ Mamma Erin/
family experiences 3, yarra ranges places to go, outdoor yarra ranges, cherryhill coldstream, TRAINS, Cheap Thrills, Train expereinces
November 07, 2021

ringwood lake, ringwood

November 07, 2021/ Mamma Erin
ringwood lake, ringwood

If you have ever lived in Maroondah, you would be familiar with Ringwood Lake. This little slice of parkland in the corner of town is a well loved character within the community.

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November 07, 2021/ Mamma Erin/
ringwood lake, maroondah places to go, the great outdoors 4, waterfalls lakes and rivers
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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November 04, 2021/ Mamma Erin/
robert gordon paint your own, indoor 3, cardinia places to go
November 02, 2021

haining park farm, don valley

November 02, 2021/ Mamma Erin
haining park farm, don valley

This is Parks Victoria’s most recently opened public park. Welcome to Haining Farm.

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November 02, 2021/ Mamma Erin/
family experiences 3, the great outdoors 4, yarra ranges places to go, outdoor yarra ranges, waterfalls lakes and rivers
October 26, 2021

red robin milkbar, mt evelyn

October 26, 2021/ Mamma Erin
red robin milkbar, mt evelyn

Red Robin Milk Bar has almost every lolly IMAGINABLE! This family run and well loved milk bar is a sweet tooth dream. Wall to wall full of all sorts of lollies and candies, soft drinks and chocolate.

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October 26, 2021/ Mamma Erin/
pop to the shops, red robin milkbar mt evelyn, Pop to the shop and eats
October 14, 2021

dandenong creek trail - heathmont loop, heathmont

October 14, 2021/ Mamma Erin
dandenong creek trail - heathmont loop, heathmont

In this family we love going on an adventure, and the Dandenong Creek Trail is a wonderful place to explore.

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October 14, 2021/ Mamma Erin/
bike trails, the great outdoors 4, lilydale, maroondah places to go, dandenong creek trail, Cheap Thrills
September 07, 2021

olinda creek trail, lilydale

September 07, 2021/ Mamma Erin
olinda creek trail, lilydale

When riding with kids, there is some key criteria that we look for. Flat paths, far enough away from the road, places to stop along the way and some fun things to see. Olinda Creek Trail ticks lots of these boxes for us!

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September 07, 2021/ Mamma Erin/
bike trails, the great outdoors 4, olinda creek trail, lilydale, yarra ranges places to go
August 02, 2021

circus preschool @ ruccis, bayswater north

August 02, 2021/ Mamma Erin
circus preschool @ ruccis, bayswater north

We love a little circus action and circus preschool has Mamma’s name written all over it! RUCCIS Circus School is an eastie favourite, with their very own space in Bayswater North.

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August 02, 2021/ Mamma Erin/
circus preschool @ ruccis bayswater north, indoor 3, indoor toddler
July 24, 2021

outer circle anniversary trail, boroondara

July 24, 2021/ Mamma Erin
outer circle anniversary trail, boroondara

Grab the bikes and lets go for a ride through Boroondara.

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July 24, 2021/ Mamma Erin/
bike trails, boroondara outdoor, the great outdoors 4, outer circle anniversary trail boroondara
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