Hi there Reader

You know the Scandinavians have a saying - ‘there’s no such thing as bad weather, only bad clothing.’

Now that we’re in the depths of Melbourne’s winter, I need your help settling a serious debate—what's better: indoor play or outdoor adventures (even in winter).

Personally, I love both for different reasons, but I want to hear what YOU think!

What's better—indoor or outdoor adventures?

Indoors 🏠

Outdoors 🌳

Joyce xx

P.S. Speaking of winter adventures - while our Tot Reader Party on Ice tickets have all been snapped up, you can still add yourself to the waitlist in case tickets become available for our party on Friday 11 July 10am at The Rink on Watton. Join the waitlist here

Free Game Day Fun

Melbourne vs North Melbourne - Kids Go Free

Game Day: Sunday 13 July

Footy fans, the exciting Kids Go Free month is back for 2025!

Thanks to Coles, all kids aged 14 and under get FREE entry to all matches during Rounds 16-19 of the 2025 AFL Toyota Premiership Season.

Pack up the family, grab your scarves, and make a day of it with game day fun, epic memories, your favourite team and all the star players.

Melbourne takes on North Melbourne in what promises to be a cracking Round 18 clash - and with free kids' tickets, it's the perfect excuse for a family footy adventure.

GET YOUR FOOTY TICKETS

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Animal Crossing New Horizons @ SEA LIFE Melbourne Aquarium (Daily until Sunday 17 Aug) Dive into a marine-themed Animal Crossing adventure with interactive exhibits, character meet-and-greets, and surprises galore. Melbourne CBD
Imagine Live (Saturday 12 Jul) Step inside a world of live animation, music, and magical storytelling with this immersive production. Moonee Ponds
Jon & Jero (Friday 11 Jul) Join two goofy brothers on an epic comedy adventure to retrieve their stolen stuff in this interactive family show. Parkdale
The Rink on Watton (until Sunday 13 Jul) Glide into school holiday fun at this fully enclosed ice rink with themed sessions and winter treats. Werribee

Paper Planet by Polyglot Theatre (Daily until Saturday 12 Jul) Step into a whimsical forest made entirely of paper, where kids help build and play in an ever-evolving creative world. Brighton
The Great Armando's Magia Magia (Daily until Saturday 12 Jul) Experience jaw-dropping illusions and interactive magic with Melbourne's beloved magician and his trademark Italian charm. Carlton
Taylor Swift Theme Silent Disco Walking Tour of Melbourne (Saturday 12 Jul) Grab your headphones and strut the city in a dance-filled, joy-sparking walking tour powered by your favourite Taylor Swift hits. Melbourne CBD
The Making of LEGO Star Wars (Thursday 17 Jul) Join LEGO master Ryan McNaught for an exclusive behind-the-bricks talk and Q&A, plus entry to the LEGO Star Wars Exhibition. Carlton
LOST by Amanda Parer (Friday 11 Jul) Wander among glowing, giant flowers in this free, enchanting outdoor installation celebrating endangered plants. Narre Warren
Video Game Design & Ideation: School Holiday Workshop (Thursday 17 Jul) Teens aged 14-18 can explore game design processes and get hands-on with Unity in this creative workshop. Hawthorn
Australian Ballet School Holiday Program (Monday 14 Jul - Thursday 17 Jul) Kids can learn to create and perform dance routines with The Australian Ballet Education team at The Clocktower Centre. Moonee Ponds