myuna farm, doveton
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A farm with a playground, feeding trail, nursery, pony rides AND a tractor ride. This farm in Greater Dandenong has been one of Mamma’s favourites for years and we think it just keeps getting better.
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mathias track, olinda
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Situated in the Dandenong Ranges, Mathias Track is a lovely, relatively easy and dog friendly walking track. It’s around 8km return, Mamma definitely didn’t get to explore the entire track with weary little legs by her side. The walk is quite flat and boasts beautiful views of the Dandenongs in all its glory.
Read Moreresource rescue, bayswater north
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Wednesday - Saturday - Resource Rescue. The place where left over lids, containers, offcuts, and crafty goodies go for a second chance at life!
Read Morethe kids bookshop, mitcham
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Enter Erin - the owner and hero of junior literature - of The Kids Bookshop in Mitcham. This local mum and librarian knows her stuff about the world of children’s books and has a knack of helping matching wonderful stories for the kids that visit the cutest little bookshop in Britannia Mall.
Read Moreburke's lookout, mount dandenong
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Mamma knew there had to be a great vantage point of the city and the rest of Melbourne up in the Dandenongs and we think we have found it. Heading up the mountains for some fresh air and a lovely stroll is exactly what we are after.
Read Morechelsea australian garden @ dandenong ranges botanic gardens, olinda
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The Dandenong Ranges Botanic Gardens in Olinda have a new roommate - the Chelsea Australian Garden. This is breathtaking. After winning Gold at the world famous Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) Chelsea Flower Show in London (that’s a mouthful!) a replicated and expanded design, is now taking pride of place in the Dandenong Ranges.
Read Morecaribbean rollerama, scoresby
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This roller skating rink is an institution! For four decades it has been the central location for thousands of skating lessons, millions of fast laps and countless roller discos.
Read Morewarburton rail trail
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The Warby Trail has to me Mamma’s MOST favourite place to relax and chill out with the dogs.
Read Morepaint a pot and pizzeria @ fountain gate, narre warren
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Located inside Fountain Gate shopping centre is Paint A Pot and Pizzeria. You may be familiar with its sister location down the road, well the premise here is the same. Pick out your statue of choice - Mamma’s crew went with a cute cat this time, then head to one of the many communal tables and get painting!
Read Morelost dogs' disco @ bunjil place, narre warren
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The Lost Dogs Disco by ENESS has taken pride of place in the plaza at Bunjil Place and is a really cool - and not to mention FREE - experience for the family. There are about dozen of these oversized hounds who glow with light, blink their eyes and are a fun thing to run around and explore.
Read Morelollipop's playland knox, wantirna south
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We love just love Lollipop’s
This playland has everything you need in a playcentre. From themed party rooms, the classic mini pirate ship, the foam ball zones, a separate toddler section and stacks of things to swing, climb and slide down - the playcentre is a real treat for your little ones.
box hill miniature steam railway, mont albert north
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Third Sunday of the month - let's go ride the chugga chugga choo-choo!
Read Moremelbourne tram museum, hawthorn
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Inside this magnificent depot is a dozen historical trams. Inside these trams is a whole stack of history. And amongst these trams is a whole lotta love and dedication. A great family experience all for a gold coin donation.
Read Morerivoli cinemas, hawthorn east
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Mamma has never seen a classic cinema so beautiful or so iconically EAST as the Rivoli Cinemas. Located in the heart of Camberwell Junction (you know the spot - with traffic heading in 6 different directions), this stunning multiplex is full of 1940s charm.
Read Moregrow with play, chirnside park
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The name says it all. Grow with Play is all about exploring new sensory experiences in a safe and fun environment. There are a number of different sessions based on age, including baby yoga, gentle massage for babies moving onto music, movement, stories, messy and explorative play in the form of science experiments, arts, cooking and so much more.
Read Moremaroondah toy library, ringwood north
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Toy libraries have to be the most joyful places! Filled to the brim with toys to delight your kiddies.
With over 4600 toys, games, puzzles and activities to suit ages 0 - 6 (plus a range of board games for older kids and adults) Maroondah Toy Library is one of the biggest in the east.
Read Moretoorongo falls and amphitheatre falls, noojee
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The falls that you find in Noojee are absolutely stunning plus there are two of them. In the Toorongo Falls Reserve you will discover a kid friendly (just not with the pram though) bush walk along a well formed trail. As you weave your way through the forest, across bridge over cascading rapids, then into the hills, you will uncover the Toorongo Falls and the Amphitheatre Falls. STUNNING.
Read Moreelizabeth bridge reserve, kilsyth
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Elizabeth Bridge Reserve is a great space for all, fabulous to explore the sealed pathways on bike or scooter with the little ones and if there’s still some energy after all the exploring, head to the new exercise equipment area for a workout.
Read Moreholey moley, chadstone
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The reason why mini golf is a great activity for the family - is because everyone can have a go. But often, the courses are outdoor - which in Melbourne … doesn’t always work … UNLESS … you are all indoors. Enter Holey Moley.
Read Moremount cannibal, garfield north
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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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