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The Big Kids' Bulletin The latest posts and curated weekend fun, delivered straight to your inbox. Hi there Reader I've been thinking about travel habits lately - specifically, whether I'm someone who finds a great spot and returns again and again, or someone who's always chasing the thrill of exploring somewhere new. The truth is, there's real comfort in returning to familiar places. You know what to expect, where the good stuff is, and there's no risk of disappointment. But there's also...

Fast 5 Top Picks #1 What's On - CBD Toddler Tales (Mondays during school term) Sing, dance and explore stories designed for toddlers aged 18 months to 3 years every Monday at 10.30am. Melbourne CBD Free Baby Playgroup (Wednesday 4 + 11 February) Sensory play sessions for babies 6 weeks to 12 months with tactile activities, music, movement and visual stimulation. Melbourne CBD Love Love Love Love Love Love (Thursday 5 - Sunday 8 February) A work-in-progress performance celebrating diversity...

Hi there Reader Well, that's it...school's officially back, and judging by the flurry of first-day photos flooding my feed, we've all survived the transition (just barely). But here's the thing about Term 1: it sneaks up on you. One minute you're soaking up summer, the next you're realising half the stationery is already lost and those brand-new school shoes are somehow scuffed. If you're still scrambling to tick things off the back-to-school list, I've rounded up the Best Back to School...

Fast 5 Top Picks #1 What's On - CBD Jams for Juniors (Various sessions from Saturday 31 January - Saturday 5 December) Introduce your baby or toddler to the joy of music through these playful 30-minute workshops filled with exploration and discovery. Southbank Bloom by Melbourne Central x Melissa Likes Sushi (Daily until Tuesday 27 January) Step inside a vibrant inflatable art installation transforming Melbourne Central's iconic cone into a lush urban glasshouse. Melbourne CBD Gardens...

Hey Reader There's still a bit of the summer holidays left to enjoy, but let's be honest - back-to-school is creeping closer. Between you and me, my back-to-school prep is still firmly in the "I'll think about it tomorrow" category. Sound familiar? What's your current back-to-school mindset? 🏖️ Still in full holiday mode 🤔 Starting to think about school stuff 📋 Already ticking things off the list 😴 Denial - what school prep? Whether you're ahead of the game or still in denial like me, I've...

If you're looking for more ways to fill the summer days, our January 2026 Summer School Holidays Guide is live and loaded with ideas. We've rounded up all the best events, programs, and activities happening across Melbourne this month. Take a look, then scroll down for this week's top picks. Fast 5 Top Picks #1 What's On - CBD Storytime Ballet – The Nutcracker (Daily from Thursday 22 - Sunday 25 January) An enchanting interactive ballet for little ones featuring Clara's magical Christmas...

Hey Reader Like you, I’m deep in summer holiday mode at the moment - so it’s been a week of movies, board games, water parks and tennis action at Tot HQ. And while I’m absolutely all about helping you make plans for family fun, here’s a little reminder that the best moments aren't necessarily the biggest ones - they're the spontaneous park visits, the ice cream stops, the "let's just see where this takes us" afternoons. So here’s what we’ll bringing into 2026: More ideas, resources, and...

Fast 5 Top Picks #1 What's On - CBD Library on the Lawn Kids Festival (Tuesday 13 - Thursday 15 January) State Library Victoria transforms into an imagination playground with Storytime, craft showbags, parachute play, jumbo puzzles, giant bubble dance parties and family scavenger hunts. Melbourne CBD NGV Kids Summer Festival (Daily from Saturday 10 - Friday 16 January) Enjoy disco dance parties, live performances, drawing workshops, storytelling sessions, family tours, photobooth experiences...

Hi there Reader Happy New Year! I hope that you’ve had a happy and calm festive season with your family and friends. I’ve just returned from a 2 week family trip to Malaysia - our first time to the country. I’ll admit I didn’t know a lot about Kuala Lumpur, Penang and Langkawi before we went, but I have come away learning so much about the country’s melting pot of cultures and of course tasting lots of delicious, cheap food! I also read The House of Doors by Tan Twan Eng (historical fiction...