Maternal and Child Health Services Portland and Surrounds

08/09/2026

Have an appointment with Maternal and Child Health at Thookay Yarkeen?
Here is how to find us ⤵️

07/09/2026

MCH services will be closed Wednesday 9th September for staff training.
You can leave a non urgent message
5521 0504

07/09/2026

NEW TIME! Fridays at 11.00am. Looking for a welcoming place to meet other families and make new connections?

Join the Multicultural Play Group every Friday at 11:30am at South West TAFE Portland Campus.

Children can play, learn and make friends while parents and carers connect and share experiences in a friendly and inclusive environment.

📅 Fridays
🕥 11:00am
📍 South West TAFE Portland Campus (ask reception for directions)
✅ No bookings required

For more information:
📞 Melinda Hitchcock – 0428 586 921
📞 Carol Stewart – (03) 5522 2331

We look forward to seeing you there! 💜


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07/09/2026

26/08/2026

26/08/2026

Join us for a special storytime as we celebrate this year’s Children’s Book Week theme, “Symphony of Stories”! 🌟

We’ll be reading Dear Broccoli 🥦📖 and bringing the joy of stories, imagination and reading to life.

🎭 Come dressed as your favourite book character and join our storytime ensemble! From superheroes to princesses, animals to magical creatures — let your imagination take centre stage. ✨

📍Portland Library
📅 Friday 28 August 2026
🕰️11.00 am

For ages 3–5.
No bookings needed — just come along and join the fun!
We can’t wait to see you there!

24/08/2026

19/08/2026

Join United Way Glenelg and Glenelg Libraries for a special Book Week Magic of Storytime!

Children are encouraged to dress as their favourite book character and join in the fun! If you're short on ideas, don't forget the Costume Library available at the Portland branch!

🕚 11.00 am
📅 Friday 21 August 2026
📍 Portland Library

Kerrie Smith will read the 2026 CBCA-shortlisted book The Colours of Home, written and illustrated by Sally Soweol Han.

🌈 This is a free event, and everyone is welcome.