Mamma loves a party and having a big bunch of balloons to celebrate is half the fun. Perfectly Pumped is a new local business, open in Lilydale and Leah has all the things you need to celebrate any occasion.
Read MoreWhat better way to learn about caring for sick animals than through play. The Wildlife Health Centre has exactly that in the Future Vets Program at Healesville Sanctuary. Set up in the centre of the working hospital, this play space is the darn cutest thing EVER
Read MoreOne of Mamma's favourite places for a family picnic has to be Maroondah Reservoir Park in Healesville. This parkland reserve is alive with birdlife, beautiful gardens and great family walks.
Read MoreThere’s nothing better than a picnic in the Dandenongs on a nice sunny day. Set under the mountain ash trees, along the Sassafras Creek, Beagleys Picnic Ground is the perfect spot. Centrally located, you can grab a coffee or some takeaway from many of the local cafes in the Dandenongs and settle in for a nice relaxing lunch.
Read MoreAn indoor playcentre in a shopping centre is always going to be a winner - let alone one that has a massive jungle themed climbing structure, a ball pit, mega fast racing slides AND a pirate ship.
Read MoreThe West might have the lions and tigers. The City might have the bears. But - Oh My! - The East might just have the best - our own native stars at Healesville Sanctuary. Let’s go with Mamma and see the Australian animals, see the big birds and have a family day in Healesville.
Read MoreWhat is one sure fire way to both thrill a pack of 9 year olds and give them an amazing run around at the one time - challenge them to a game of bubble soccer! The crew at Eastern Indoor Sports Centre offer Bubble Soccer with private court hire for an hour, with a dedicated umpire/crew member.
Read MoreA 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.
Read MoreSituated 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 MoreWednesday - Saturday - Resource Rescue. The place where left over lids, containers, offcuts, and crafty goodies go for a second chance at life!
Read MoreEnter 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 MoreMamma 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 MoreThe 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 MoreThis 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 MoreThe Warby Trail has to me Mamma’s MOST favourite place to relax and chill out with the dogs.
Read MoreLocated 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 MoreThe 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 MoreWe 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.
Third Sunday of the month - let's go ride the chugga chugga choo-choo!
Read MoreInside 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.
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