Parent Place Ballarat - City of Ballarat

Parent Place Ballarat - City of Ballarat City of Ballarat's safe, welcoming space for all families. Families can visit Parent Place to feed and change their babies, get information and have a play!

Connect, rest, feed, change, play & access support.
📍 STURT ST Monday to Friday 9:30-2:30
📚SEBASTOPOL LIBRARY Mondays 9:30-2:30
📍 DJILA-TJARRIU COMMUNITY HUB Fridays 9:30-2:30 Parent Place helps families with young children to thrive, providing helpful information and community connection in an inclusive and safe space. Everyone is welcome. You can obtain information about the City of Ballarat Fa

mily and Children’s Services including Family Day Care, Childcare, Kindergarten, Immunisation, Maternal and Child Health and Playgroups. Parent Place is run by our Family and Children’s Services staff and supported by an energetic and passionate team of volunteers. Contact can be made by phone 5320 5165 or by email [email protected]. We encourage your comments and input, but ask that you please behave in a responsible, respectful manner. If necessary, we will review and remove any comments that:

• Contain obscene, indecent or profane language
• Contain threats or defamatory statements
• Contain hate speech directed at race, colour, s*x, s*xual orientation, ethnicity, age, religion or disability
• Are spam-like in nature or clearly off-topic
• Harass or bully
• Are trolling or intend to deliberately disrupt a conversation
• Are otherwise inappropriate or offensive
• Break the law (including violation of copyright laws) or encourage others to do so
• Breach the Facebook community standards: https://www.facebook.com/communitystandards

People who repeatedly breach these guidelines will be blocked. If the breach is considered to be serious, we may choose to block users immediately.

🌈 What’s on at Parent Place – Weekly Timetable 🌈📅 8 June – 12 JuneHello families, 👋Here’s everything happening at Parent...
05/06/2026

🌈 What’s on at Parent Place – Weekly Timetable 🌈
📅 8 June – 12 June

Hello families, 👋
Here’s everything happening at Parent Place and across our community locations this coming week. Our weekly timetable is designed to help you plan ahead and easily see what’s on.

👉 This weekly What’s On is posted every Friday, pinned to the top of our Facebook and Instagram pages, and will be reshared in our stories throughout
the week for easy access.

Save this post, share it with other families, and we look forward to seeing you out and about 💛

✨ Little Languages – Every Friday at Djila‑tjarriu Community Hub! Where will we travel to this week? 🌍 Open your magica...
04/06/2026

✨ Little Languages – Every Friday at Djila‑tjarriu Community Hub!

Where will we travel to this week? 🌍
Open your magical suitcase and journey to a new country and culture each session through story, song, and dance.

Ballarat Library’s 'Little Languages' is a joyful, family‑friendly story time that celebrates inclusion, diversity, and the wonder of learning together.

📅 Every Friday during the school term, 10:30am
📍 18 Donegal Dr, Ballarat Victoria 3350, Djila‑tjarriu Community Hub

And don’t forget, Parent Place is also available at Djila‑tjarriu Community Hub from 9:30am – 2:30pm!

Drop in before or after the session for play opportunities, along with parental and early childhood support in a warm and welcoming space.

Bring your curiosity, your little explorers, and your sense of adventure.

See you Friday! ✈️📚💫

💁🏽‍♀️Looking for early childhood support?La Trobe Community Health Service - Early Childhood Approach is available at Pa...
04/06/2026

💁🏽‍♀️Looking for early childhood support?

La Trobe Community Health Service - Early Childhood Approach is available at Parent Place for you.

If you have questions or concerns about your child’s development, or you’d simply like guidance from experienced early childhood specialists, you’re welcome to drop in for a friendly chat.

The Early Childhood Approach supports children aged 0–9 with developmental concerns or disability, helping families feel informed, connected and confident in accessing the right supports.

📍Parent Place, 39 Sturt St, Ballarat
📅Every Friday from 10:00 am – 12:30pm.

No appointment needed, just come along. 💛

For more information, contact La Trobe Community Health Service on 1800 242 696 or visit their website.

🍽️ Mealtimes don’t have to be perfectIf family meals feel messy, rushed or a little overwhelming… you’re not alone. 💛Eve...
03/06/2026

🍽️ Mealtimes don’t have to be perfect

If family meals feel messy, rushed or a little overwhelming… you’re not alone. 💛

Even small moments together matter. Sitting side by side, sharing a snack, or just being present can help children feel connected and supported.

🌿 A few gentle ideas:
• Keep it simple
• Aim for connection, not perfection
• Let children decide how much to eat
• Keep things relaxed and low-pressure

Mealtimes will look different for every family, and that’s okay.

✨ Be kind to yourself. You’re doing enough.

If you’d like to explore more gentle tips, you might find this helpful:
👉 Family meal tips from Raising Children Network
https://raisingchildren.net.au/toddlers/nutrition-fitness/family-meals/family-meals-tips

🌿 New Playgroup in Ballarat – Mums & Tykes 🌿We’re excited to introduce Mums & Tykes, a welcoming new playgroup for mums ...
03/06/2026

🌿 New Playgroup in Ballarat – Mums & Tykes 🌿

We’re excited to introduce Mums & Tykes, a welcoming new playgroup for mums and their little ones 💛

This relaxed space is all about connection, play, and building community with others who understand the early years journey.

✨ What to expect:
• Stories, craft, snacks and play
• Tea and coffee for the adults ☕
• A chance to connect and build friendships
• Feel free to bring a piece of fruit to share if you’d like 🍎

📍 Location: Sebastopol Primary School
🕘 When: Thursdays, 9.30am – 11am
📅 During school term

Whether you’re new to Ballarat or just looking to meet other mums, you’re warmly welcome to join us.

💬 No bookings needed – just come along!

Do you know a multi-cultural family who need support with kindergarten registration or is new to Ballarat?You can reach ...
03/06/2026

Do you know a multi-cultural family who need support with kindergarten registration or is new to Ballarat?

You can reach out to us to connect with Ange, City of Ballarat Culturally and Linguistically Diverse officer.
Email us on [email protected] or give us a call on 5320 5165😄

Parent Place is on today at Vickers St Community Hub!🌈Pop in anytime between 9:30am – 2:30pm and enjoy a relaxed, welcom...
02/06/2026

Parent Place is on today at Vickers St Community Hub!🌈

Pop in anytime between 9:30am – 2:30pm and enjoy a relaxed, welcoming space for you and your little ones.

📍 254 Vickers Street, Sebastopol

Here’s what’s waiting for you:
🧸 Outdoor play spaces to explore
✂️ Yarning stick craft
🏡 Fully resourced kinder room for imaginative play
💬 Chat with our friendly Parent Place team and learn about supports for local families

Whether you stay for a quick play or the whole session — you’re always welcome.
We’d love to see you! 💛

Kindergarten Registration Support – Drop-In SessionsThe City of Ballarat’s Kindergarten Registration Officer and Cultura...
02/06/2026

Kindergarten Registration Support – Drop-In Sessions

The City of Ballarat’s Kindergarten Registration Officer and Culturally and Linguistically Diverse (CALD) Outreach Officer will be available at the locations below, no booking required.

✅ Need help registering your child for kindergarten?
✅ Want to update your details or change your kindergarten preferences?
✅ Looking to connect with local family supports like Maternal Child Health, playgroups and more?

Come along and have a chat, we’re here to help!

Session Details:

📅 Thursday 4 June, 9:30am – 3:00pm
📍Bonshaw ELC, 284 Morgan Street, Bonshaw (MCH entrance)

📅Thursday 11 June, 9:30am - 2:30pm
📍Parent Place, 39 Sturt Street, Ballarat

📅Friday 12 June, 9:00am - 2:00pm
📍Delacombe Town Centre (Kmart entrance), 315 Glenelg Hwy, Smythes Creek

Feel free to drop in at a time that suits you — we look forward to seeing you!

Visit https://www.facebook.com/events/848862131164726 for more info!

🌧️🌿 Outdoor play in winter? Yes, please! 🌿🌧️It can be tempting to stay inside when it’s cold or wet, but outdoor play is...
01/06/2026

🌧️🌿 Outdoor play in winter? Yes, please! 🌿🌧️

It can be tempting to stay inside when it’s cold or wet, but outdoor play is still so important for little ones 💛

According to the Raising Children Network , children can play outside even when it’s cold and rainy, and these experiences support their physical health, confidence and wellbeing.

With the right clothing, the outdoors can become a place for adventure, exploration and even more fun (yes, even the muddy kind!).

✨ Simple outdoor ideas for chilly or wet days:
• Jump in puddles and make splashes 💦
• Go on a nature walk to collect leaves and sticks 🍂
• Watch the rain and explore how water moves and flows
• Try “puddle play” – float leaves or sticks and see what sinks or floats

Outdoor play gives children space to move, explore and build confidence, plus, a little mess often means a lot of learning and joy 🌈

📖 For more ideas and reassurance about all-weather play, check out:
https://raisingchildren.net.au/toddlers/play-learning/outdoor-play/outdoor-play -play-when-its-cold-and-wet-nav-title

❄️ And if you’d prefer to stay warm…
You’re always welcome at Parent Place, 39 Sturt St for a play, a cuppa and connection with other families.

📅 See our pinned post for the full program calendar and services available.

💛 Feeling tired? Struggling with your little one’s sleep? You’re not alone, we’re here to help📅 Every Tuesday, 9:00am – ...
01/06/2026

💛 Feeling tired? Struggling with your little one’s sleep? You’re not alone, we’re here to help

📅 Every Tuesday, 9:00am – 3:00pm, Parent Place hosts the free Sleep and Settling Service, facilitated by Verity, qualified Maternal Child Health Nurse.

This service supports families with children aged 0–5 years, offering gentle, evidence‑based strategies to help your whole household rest easier.

📍 Where: Parent Place, 39 Sturt St
⏰ Every Tuesday, 9:00am - 3:00pm
📞Bookings: 5320 5720

💛 Whether you're navigating newborn sleep, toddler bedtime battles, or just wanting reassurance, Verity is here with compassion and guidance.

For more information on Sleep and Settling visit: https://www.ballarat.vic.gov.au/sleep-and-settling-program

Address

39 Sturt Street
Ballarat, VIC
3350

Opening Hours

Monday 9:30am - 2:30pm
Tuesday 9:30am - 2:30pm
Wednesday 9:30am - 2:30pm
Thursday 9:30am - 2:30pm
Friday 9:30am - 2:30pm

Telephone

+61353205165

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