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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...

Hi there Reader Before we begin, I want to acknowledge the tragic events in Bondi on Sunday. My thoughts are with everyone affected. Hanukkah is meant to be a time of light and joy, and no community should ever feel unsafe while celebrating their faith. We all deserve peace and safety. As we move toward the end of the year, I’ve been reflecting on the moments we’ve shared — and I’m grateful to be part of this community with you. Here’s a look back at what you clicked, loved and talked about...

Fast 5 Top Picks #1 What's On - CBD Christmas Pyjama Storytime (Tuesday 16 December) Come in your PJs and snuggle up for a special Christmas bedtime storytime with festive stories and songs—for ages 2 to 7. Melbourne CBD The North Pole featuring Pixar Putt (Daily until Tuesday 23 December) Marvel Stadium transforms into a festive celebration with a stunning Pixar-themed Christmas tree, AFL club-themed trees, Santa visits, and Pixar Putt mini-golf. Docklands Myer Santaland (Daily until...

Hi there Reader We're already in the last month of 2025, and if it's anything like every other year, December will flash by before we know it. Before it does, I wanted to take a moment to remind you why I'm here. Every email I send is designed with one purpose: to make your family life easier, more fun, and genuinely less stressful. I'm here to do the legwork so you can spend less time googling "things to do with kids in Melbourne" and more time actually doing the things. Here's what's coming...

Fast 5 Top Picks #1 What's On - CBD Santa Storytime (Monday 8 December – Thursday 11 December) Join Santa for a free storytime with Christmas tales, songs and crafts perfect for preschoolers. Melbourne CBD Cultural Immersion Workshop with Little Wombats (Tuesday 9 December + Tuesday 16 December) Explore Aboriginal culture through storytelling, music, art and hands-on activities in this engaging 45-minute workshop for young learners aged 3+. Melbourne CBD Library at The Dock Neighbourhood...

Hi there Reader Is anyone else feeling that pull towards the airport right about now? I don't know about you, but I'm noticing more and more families are opting out of the traditional Christmas chaos this year. People seem to be swapping the exhaustingly hot Aussie summer, endless present wrapping, and big lunches for something a little more relaxing: an actual holiday. I get it - there's definitely something appealing about stepping away from it all. No hosting stress, no kitchen meltdowns,...