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SUMMARY:Explorers Play in the Park | Playgroup
DESCRIPTION:Join us at Jarvie Park to connect with other parents and our supportive team while your children play\, learn and socialise with their peers.  \n\n\n\nPlaygroups are an excellent way for children to discover new skills and interact with others. They also provide opportunities for you to meet the Plumtree team and other families in a relaxed and welcoming environment.  \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\nDuring this playgroup\, you and your child will: \n\n\n\n\nConnect with other families to share ideas and information\, including the benefits of play and early learning for children’s development \n\n\n\nExperience group time with songs\, books and other fun activities \n\n\n\nEncourage your child’s movement\, play and communication development and access tailored guidance from experienced professionals\n\n\n\nChat with our team about your child’s development \n\n\n\nExplore and enjoy the beautiful surroundings of Jarvie Park \n\n\n\nHave fun in a friendly\, encouraging and welcoming space! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWho is this playgroup for\n\n\n\nThis playgroup is for families with babies and young children up to 3 years old\, including those seeking specialist developmental support from our team.Grandparents and siblings are welcome to join too. We value diversity and warmly welcome all families. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhere\n\n\n\nJarvie Park – Marrickville  Between Plumtree and the playground  How to find us  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhen\n\n\n\nWeekly sessions\, 1.5 hours each.Mondays\, 9:30 am to 11:00 am\, running throughout the year.Starting from Monday 12 January to Monday 21 December 2026.Playgroup will not run on public holidays. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWeather considerations\n\n\n\nThe playgroup will be cancelled on rainy days\, during severe weather conditions like excessive heat\, or due to other unforeseen circumstances. Registered families will receive email updates.For the latest information\, visit our Facebook page or call us at 02 9572 8840. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDogs and playgroup safety\n\n\n\nTo help everyone feel safe and comfortable\, please keep dogs on a leash and at least 10 metres away from the Explorers Play playgroup area\, as required by the NSW Companion Animals Act and Inner West Council regulations. Accredited assistance dogs are always welcome. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCost\n\n\n\nFree \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFlyer\n\n\n\nView | Download | Share \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFacilitators\n\n\n\nYou and your child will be supported in play and exploration by Isa\, early childhood specialist and Hesham\, physiotherapist.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAdditional info\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWaitlist \n\n\n\n\n\nIf this program is full\, you’re welcome to join our waitlist. We’ll contact you when a place becomes available. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nContact details \n\n\n\n\n\nFor more information\, please feel free to contact Mana\, Parent Learning Manager\, at mana@plumtree.org.au \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFunding \n\n\n\n\n\nFunded through the NSW Department of Education Start Strong Pathways program and supported by the Inner West Council.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlaygroup stories: Past and present \n\n\n\nAt Plumtree\, playgroups are for more than play. Families can find connection\, confidence and support. These stories show the lasting benefits of joining a supported playgroup. Together\, these stories show the lasting impact of being part of a supported playgroup. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFamilies currently attending Plumtree playgroups share what joining in means for them and their little ones—friendship\, community\, and a place where children can thrive. \n\n\n\n\n\nColin\, co-author of Milly’s Mind\, looks back on how a supportive playgroup helped his family become stronger and more empowered. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlumtree is a not-for-profit\, community-based organisation that helps families thrive. Trusted for 40 years\, we work alongside children and families in the early years to build confidence\, capability and inclusion. Plumtree provides therapy and specialist support for children from birth to 8 years in everyday settings — at home\, in the community\, online or at our Marrickville centre. \n\n\n\nWe also offer free playgroups\, workshops and programs for all families\, along with an inclusive preschool where children of all abilities learn together. \n\n\n\nOur work is co-designed with families\, including programs like Now & Next and Pictability\, and we partner with organisations and government to build more inclusive communities.
URL:https://www.plumtree.org.au/event/explorers-play-in-the-park_2026/
CATEGORIES:Playgroup
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SUMMARY:Explorers Play | Playgroup
DESCRIPTION:Meet other parents and talk to our highly skilled staff while your children socialise and learn new skills \n\n\n\nConnect with other parents and talk to our highly skilled staff while your children socialize and learn new skills. \n\n\n\nPlaygroups provide an excellent environment for children to learn new skills by meeting other adults and children. They are also a great way for families to connect with Plumtree and other families in a friendly play environment where the whole family is welcome \n\n\n\n\n\nDuring Explorers Play\, you will: \n\n\n\n\nHave opportunities to connect with other families and share ideas and information\, including the value of play and early childhood education.\n\n\n\nEnjoy a range of play activities.\n\n\n\nBe introduced to group time with enticing activities\, songs\, and books.\n\n\n\nHave opportunities to develop abilities in moving\, playing\, and communicating.\n\n\n\nMeet other families and share information and ideas.\n\n\n\nChat with professionals and ask any questions about your child’s development.\n\n\n\nHave fun!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWho is this playgroup for\n\n\n\nThis playgroup is for families with babies and young children up to 3 years old\, including those seeking specialist developmental support from our team. Grandparents and siblings are welcome too! We value diversity and warmly welcome all families \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhen\n\n\n\nWeekly sessions\, 1.5 hours each.Tuesdays\, 9:30 am to 11:00 am\, running throughout the year.Starting on Tuesday\, 13 January. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCost\n\n\n\nFree \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhere\n\n\n\nPlumtree Children’s ServicesYabsley Avenue\, Jarvie Park\, Marrickville\, NSW\, 2204How to find us \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFlyer\n\n\n\nView | Download | Share \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nYour facilitators\n\n\n\nYou and your child will be supported in play and exploration by elise and Isa\, early childhood specialists. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAdditional info\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nInterested in joining us? \n\n\n\n\n\nIf this program is full\, you’re welcome to express your interest. We’ll contact you when a place becomes available. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWeather \n\n\n\n\n\nThis Playgroup is held indoors\, so it will go ahead no matter the weather. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nContact details \n\n\n\n\n\nFor more information\, please feel free to contact Mana\, Parent Learning Manager\, at mana@plumtree.org.au \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFunding \n\n\n\n\n\nFunded by the NSW Department of Education Start Strong Pathways Program. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlaygroup stories: Past and present \n\n\n\nAt Plumtree\, playgroups are for more than play. Families can find connection\, confidence and support. These stories show the lasting benefits of joining a supported playgroup. Together\, these stories show the lasting impact of being part of a supported playgroup. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFamilies currently attending Plumtree playgroups share what joining in means for them and their little ones: friendship\, community\, and a place where children can thrive. \n\n\n\n\n\nColin\, co-author of Milly’s Mind\, looks back on how a supportive playgroup helped his family become stronger and more empowered. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlumtree is a not-for-profit\, community-based organisation that helps families thrive. Trusted for 40 years\, we work alongside children and families in the early years to build confidence\, capability and inclusion. Plumtree provides therapy and specialist support for children from birth to 8 years in everyday settings — at home\, in the community\, online or at our Marrickville centre. \n\n\n\nWe also offer free playgroups\, workshops and programs for all families\, along with an inclusive preschool where children of all abilities learn together. \n\n\n\nOur work is co-designed with families\, including programs like Now & Next and Pictability\, and we partner with organisations and government to build more inclusive communities.
URL:https://www.plumtree.org.au/event/explorers-play_t126/
CATEGORIES:Playgroup
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SUMMARY:MyTime Marrickville
DESCRIPTION:Connecting parents with their peers \n\n\n\nMyTime is a FREE peer support program for parents and carers of children with disability\, developmental delay\, concern about their child’s development or cronic medical condition.It’s a regular meeting place where you can unwind\, socialise\, discuss\, get information\, and support and be supported by other parents and family carers. It’s a world away from appointments and therapy. It’s support for you! \n\n\n\nMembers get to plan the group sessions around their specific needs as carers. \n\n\n\nMyTime Marrickville is run by parent-peer workers who have shared experience in raising a child with disabilities and delays. \n\n\n\n\n\nAt MyTime\, you can look forward to: \n\n\n\n\nChat over tea/coffee – In some MyTime sessions; members relax over a coffee\, talk about their week and share advice and information.\n\n\n\nLearn something new – In some sessions\, the facilitator or a guest speaker might lead discussions on a topic of interest.\n\n\n\nTake care of yourself – sometimes\, the group might have fun with an activity aimed at helping members relax and look after their well-being.\n\n\n\nBuild your village of support with likeminded families that understand.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis program is for\n\n\n\nParents\, family members and primary carers of children aged 0–18 years who have a disability\, developmental delay\, are neurodivergent or if there are concerns about their development. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhen\n\n\n\nFive fortnightly sessions\, each two hours long.All sessions run from 11am to 1pm AEDT for NSW\, ACT\, VIC and TAS.You’re welcome to join any session\, or let us know during registration if you prefer a specific one.While we offer suggested discussion topics\, you’re always welcome to bring any questions or themes that matter most to you. \n\n\n			\n								\n							\n						\n								\n							\n			Wednesday 29 July | “Stranger danger”: what families need to know todayChild safety today focuses on understanding behaviours\, not labels. Join us at MyTime for a relaxed conversation sharing practical ways to support children to recognise unsafe situations and build confidence. 			\n								\n							\n						\n								\n							\n			Wednesday 12 August | Budget friendly supports for familiesSupporting family life on a budget can feel challenging. Join us at MyTime for a relaxed cuppa\, where we share low-cost ideas\, practical resources\, and helpful supports with other families. 			\n								\n							\n						\n								\n							\n			Wednesday 26 August | Stories that help us feel seen (Book Week) Books\, stories\, and shared experiences can help us feel supported and understood. Join us at MyTime to share what inspires you\, connect with others\, and enjoy a relaxed and meaningful conversation. 			\n								\n							\n						\n								\n							\n			Wednesday 9 September | Strengthening our advocacy skillsAdvocating for your child is part of everyday family life. Join us at MyTime to build confidence\, share what works\, explore practical tools\, and connect with families who understand your experience. 			\n								\n							\n						\n								\n							\n			Wednesday 23 September | Creating connection through playPlay helps build connection\, communication\, and trust between children and families. Join us at MyTime to share ideas\, learn simple ways to follow your child’s interests\, and connect with others. \n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nChild-minding\n\n\n\nChildminding is available for preschool-aged children\, depending on bookings and availability. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhere\n\n\n\nThe program will be conducted face-to-face at our Marrickville house.Plumtree Children’s Services19 Yabsley Avenue\, Marrickville\, NSW\, 2204  \n\n\n\nIf you’re not based in Sydney or can’t visit our premises\, please join the group online. Simply select the ‘joining online’ option. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCost\n\n\n\nFree \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFlyer\n\n\n\nView | Download | Share \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAdditional info\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMore about the program  \n\n\n\n\n\nLearn more about MyTime  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFunding \n\n\n\n\n\nMyTime is funded by the Australian Government Department of Social Services through Playgroup NSW. Visit www.dss.gov.au for more information. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nContact details \n\n\n\n\n\nFor more information or questions\, feel free to contact Mana (Learning Together Manager) mana@plumtree.org.au \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMyTime Vietnamese Group \n\n\n\n\n\nPlumtree also facilitates MyTime Vietnamese Group. For more information\, see here \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlumtree is a not-for-profit\, community-based organisation that helps families thrive. Trusted for 40 years\, we work alongside children and families in the early years to build confidence\, capability and inclusion. Plumtree provides therapy and specialist support for children from birth to 8 years in everyday settings — at home\, in the community\, online or at our Marrickville centre. \n\n\n\nWe also offer free playgroups\, workshops and programs for all families\, along with an inclusive preschool where children of all abilities learn together. \n\n\n\nOur work is co-designed with families\, including programs like Now & Next and Pictability\, and we partner with organisations and government to build more inclusive communities.
URL:https://www.plumtree.org.au/event/mytime-peer-support-fy2627/
CATEGORIES:MyTime,Support Group
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SUMMARY:MyTime tiếng Việt
DESCRIPTION:Connect & learn together \n\n\n\nVietnamese MyTime is a warm and welcoming community for Vietnamese-speaking parents and carers of children with disabilities\, developmental delays\, or concerns about their child’s development. \n\n\n\nFacilitated by Vy Phan\, Plumtree’s Vietnamese Family Support Worker\, this informal gathering provides a relaxed space to connect\, share information\, and support each other. It’s a chance to meet others who truly understand your experiences and find the encouragement you need. \n\n\n\nAlongside friendly conversations\, sessions may include guest speakers on topics of interest\, with members shaping discussions around what matters most to them. It’s a supportive environment where you can take a break from appointments and therapy in a way that feels right for you.You’re welcome to join any session\, or let us know during registration if you prefer a specific one. \n\n\n\nFor more information\, visit www.mytime.net.au \n\n\n\n\n\nKết nối & học hỏi cùng nhau \n\n\n\nVietnamese MyTime là một cộng đồng thân thiện và ấm áp dành cho các bậc phụ huynh và người chăm sóc trẻ nói tiếng Việt có con khuyết tật\, chậm phát triển hoặc lo lắng về sự phát triển của con mình. \n\n\n\nBuổi gặp gỡ này được dẫn dắt bởi Vy Phan\, Nhân viên Hỗ trợ Gia đình người Việt của Plumtree\, tạo ra một không gian thoải mái để kết nối\, chia sẻ thông tin và hỗ trợ lẫn nhau. Đây là cơ hội để bạn gặp gỡ những người có chung hoàn cảnh\, thấu hiểu và cùng nhau chia sẻ những trải nghiệm quý giá. \n\n\n\nNgoài những cuộc trò chuyện thân mật\, nhóm còn có thể mời diễn giả khách mời đến chia sẻ về các chủ đề hữu ích. Các thành viên cũng có thể tham gia định hướng nội dung theo nhu cầu của mình. Đây là một môi trường hỗ trợ\, nơi bạn có thể tạm gác lại những lịch hẹn và buổi trị liệu để thư giãn và tận hưởng thời gian cho chính mình. \n\n\n\nBạn có thể tham gia bất kỳ buổi nào\, hoặc cho chúng tôi biết trong lúc đăng ký nếu bạn muốn tham gia một buổi cụ thể. \n\n\n\nĐể biết thêm thông tin\, hãy truy cập www.mytime.net.au \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis program is for\n\n\n\nParents\, family members and primary carers of children aged 0–18 years who have a disability\, developmental delay\, are neurodivergent or if there are concerns about their development. \n\n\n\n\n\nNhóm và khoá học dành cho\n\n\n\nCha mẹ\, người thân và những người chăm sóc chính của trẻ từ 0–18 tuổi có khuyết tật\, chậm phát triển\, khác biệt thần kinh hoặc khi có lo ngại về sự phát triển của trẻ. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhen\n\n\n\nFive fortnightly sessions\, two hours each– Session 1: Thursday 30 July; 2026– Session 2: Thursday 13 August; 2026– Session 3: Thursday 27 August; 2026– Session 4: Thursday 10 September; 2026– Session 5: Thursday 24 September 2026 \n\n\n\nAll sessions 10am to 12pm AEST \n\n\n\n\n\nNgày và giờ\n\n\n\nNăm buổi học cách hai tuần\, mỗi buổi 2 giờ– Buổi 1: Thứ Năm\, ngày 30 tháng 7 năm 2026– Buổi 2: Thứ Năm\, ngày 13 tháng 8 năm 2026– Buổi 3: Thứ Năm\, ngày 27 tháng 8 năm 2026– Buổi 4: Thứ Năm\, ngày 10 tháng 9 năm 2026– Buổi 5: Thứ Năm\, ngày 24 tháng 9 năm 2026 \n\n\n\nTất cả các buổi đều diễn ra từ 10 giờ sáng đến 12 giờ trưa (AEST). \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nChildminding\n\n\n\nPlease get in touch if you need childminding \n\n\n\n\n\nTrông coi trẻ \n\n\n\nHãy liên lạc với chúng tôi nếu bạn cần trông trẻ nhé \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCost\n\n\n\nFree \n\n\n\n\n\nChi Phí\n\n\n\nMiễn Phí \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhere\n\n\n\nIn person | Trực tiếp : Plumtree Children’s ServicesYabsley Avenue\, Jarvie Park Marrickville\, NSW\, 2204 How to find usOnline | Trực tuyến: If you’re not based in Sydney or can’t visit our premises\, please join the group online – select Online during the registration process.Nếu bạn không sống tại Sydney hoặc không thể đến trực tiếp\, hãy tham gia nhóm trực tuyến – vui lòng chọn Trực tuyến trong quá trình đăng ký. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFlyer\n\n\n\nView | Download | ShareXem | Tải xuống | Chia sẻ \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nYour facilitator\n\n\n\nThese sessions are facilitated in Vietnamese by Vy\, Vietnamese Peer Worker. \n\n\n\n\n\nNgười điều hành của bạn\n\n\n\nCác nhóm và phiên học này được điều hành bởi Vy\, Nhân Viên Hổ Trợ người Việt .  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAdditional info – Thêm thông tin \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nContact detailsChi tiết liên lạcFor more information\, feel free to contact the facilitator Vy Phan on  vy.phan@plumtree.org.auĐể biết thêm thông tin\, vui lòng liên hệ với điều hành viên Vy Phan hoặc pthaovy@yahoo.com.auFundingKinh phí MyTime is funded by the Australian Government Department of Social Services through Playgroup NSW. Visit www.dss.gov.au for more information.MyTime được tài trợ bởi Bộ Dịch Vụ Xả Hội  Chính Phủ Úc thông qua Playgroup NSW. Truy cập www.dss.gov.au để biết thêm thông tin. More about the programThông tin thêm về chương trình For more information visit MyTimeĐể biết thêm thông tin\, hãy truy cập MyTime MyTime MarrickvillePlumtree also facilitates MyTime Marrickville for all. For more information\, see herePlumtree cũng điều hành MyTime Marrickville cho tất cả mọi người. Để biết thêm thông tin\, xem tại đây.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlumtree is a not-for-profit\, community-based organisation that helps families thrive. Trusted for 40 years\, we work alongside children and families in the early years to build confidence\, capability and inclusion. Plumtree provides therapy and specialist support for children from birth to 8 years in everyday settings — at home\, in the community\, online or at our Marrickville centre. \n\n\n\nWe also offer free playgroups\, workshops and programs for all families\, along with an inclusive preschool where children of all abilities learn together. \n\n\n\nOur work is co-designed with families\, including programs like Now & Next and Pictability\, and we partner with organisations and government to build more inclusive communities.
URL:https://www.plumtree.org.au/event/vietnamese-my-time-fy2627/
CATEGORIES:Support Group,Vietnamese
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SUMMARY:Music Together | Playgroup
DESCRIPTION:Create wonderful opportunities for communication and interaction through fun musical activities. \n\n\n\nChildren develop important social skills like turn-taking and sharing as they engage in group play and follow an enjoyable routine. \n\n\n\nThis playgroup offers a relaxed\, fun-filled environment where children’s development is supported through music. The sessions include singing\, playing percussion instruments\, dancing\, and storytelling—all with a strong focus on interaction and communication. \n\n\n\nStarting in a new group can sometimes be challenging. If your child finds it hard at first to be part of the group\, we encourage you to keep attending to give them the chance to settle in. \n\n\n\nTo get the best learning experience from this program\, we encourage parental involvement and interaction during each session. \n\n\n\n\n\nBenefits of Music Together: \n\n\n\n\nOpportunities to connect with other families and share ideas and information\, including the value of play and early childhood education.\n\n\n\nMusical play gives children opportunities to communicate both verbally and non-verbally while exploring and being creative through instruments\, dancing\, and singing.\n\n\n\nChildren will experience following simple instructions in a relaxed\, play-based setting.\n\n\n\nThe sessions follow a set routine each week\, helping children feel familiar and confident with what to expect.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWho is this playgroup for\n\n\n\nMusic Together is a program for children aged 3 to 5\, including children with disability\, developmental delay\, neurodivergence\, or families who have concerns about their child’s development. We also warmly welcome all children in this age group and are committed to creating an inclusive space where everyone can join in and feel comfortable. \n\n\n\nParents\, grandparents\, and siblings are also encouraged to join in and participate! We celebrate diversity and invite families from all backgrounds to be part of our community. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhen\n\n\n\nWeekly online sessions; 45 minutes each;From Wednesday\, 5 August to Wednesday\, 23 September 2026\, 10am to 10.45am AEST/NSW.We understand that things come up unexpectedly\, but we kindly ask families to commit to the term or let us know if plans change. This way\, we can offer the opportunity to other families waiting to join. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhere\n\n\n\nThe program will be held face-to-face at our Marrickville centre:Plumtree Children’s ServicesYabsley Avenue\, Jarvie ParkMarrickville\, NSW\, 2204How to find us \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCost\n\n\n\nFree \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFlyer\n\n\n\nView | Download | Share \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nYour facilitators\n\n\n\nYou and your child will be supported in play and exploration by Amanda\, Plumtree’s Music Educator and Daniel\, Early Childhood Teacher and Behavioural Analyst.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAdditional info\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWeather \n\n\n\n\n\nThis playgroup is held indoors\, so it will go ahead regardless of the weather. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nContact details \n\n\n\n\n\nFor more information or questions\, feel free to contact Mana (Learning Together Manager) mana@plumtree.org.au \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFunding \n\n\n\n\n\nPlumtree’s calendar is funded through the NSW Department of Education Start Strong Pathways program. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWatch Amanda & Daniel facilitating an online storytelling group \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlumtree is a not-for-profit\, community-based organisation that helps families thrive. Trusted for 40 years\, we work alongside children and families in the early years to build confidence\, capability and inclusion. Plumtree provides therapy and specialist support for children from birth to 8 years in everyday settings — at home\, in the community\, online or at our Marrickville centre. \n\n\n\nWe also offer free playgroups\, workshops and programs for all families\, along with an inclusive preschool where children of all abilities learn together. \n\n\n\nOur work is co-designed with families\, including programs like Now & Next and Pictability\, and we partner with organisations and government to build more inclusive communities.
URL:https://www.plumtree.org.au/event/music-together_t326/
CATEGORIES:Playgroup
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260525T044041Z
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SUMMARY:Ask us anything- Inclusion for library staff
DESCRIPTION:A parent peer worker-led Q&A on making your library more inclusive as part of your Community of Practice \n\n\n\nMeet Libraries as Community Connectors team members Kylie\, Marie and Rob to discuss any questions or concerns about including children with developmental delay and disability in your library programs.  \n\n\n\nKylie and Marie are trained parent peer workers at Plumtree who are raising a child with a disability or developmental delay. They liaise with parents and carers\, develop and facilitate programs\, and collaborate with the team to provide support for families. Rob is a State Library of NSW visiting scholar and library ambassador.  \n\n\n\nThis workshop is a safe space for discussion and sets up a community of practice for library staff across Australia. \n\n\n\n\n\nDuring this interactive session\, we will explore: \n\n\n\n\nDifferent scenarios to enhance inclusion in your library programs \n\n\n\nInformation that families have shared with us in our surveys \n\n\n\nOpportunities for libraries to share information on what they’re doing well \n\n\n\n\nImportant: Please complete the Building inclusion in libraries eLearning modules before attending. \n\n\n\nAll our online sessions are interactive\, so we do not share recordings to protect the privacy and confidentiality of everyone attending. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThese sessions are for\n\n\n\nAll public library staff \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhen\n\n\n\nTuesday 1 September 2026;1pm to 2.30pm AEST/ NSW\, ACT\, VIC and TAS timePlease adjust for your own time zone if needed \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhere\n\n\n\nDelivered online via Zoom. Join us from anywhere in Australia!Instructions will be emailed to you closer to the event date.If you need accessibility support\, please let us know when you register. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCost\n\n\n\nFree \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFlyer\n\n\n\nView | Download | Share \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nYour host and facilitators\n\n\n\nHosted by Rob Thomson\, a State Library of NSW visiting scholar & library ambassador. Rob was the Australian Libraries and Information Association NSW Manager from 2019-2023. He is passionate about public libraries and their important role in promoting an inclusive and fairer society. Rob will lead the discussion with Marie\, parent-peer worker. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAdditional info \n\n\n\n\n\nLog in detailsOnce registered\, we’ll send you more details\, including the link to join the session\, as the event date approaches. Please make sure you have a stable internet connection for the best experience\, you have a good internet connection for a smooth experience.Contact detailsFor more information\, please feel free to contact Marg\, Libraries project manager\, at margaret@plumtree.org.auFundingThe Libraries as Community Connectors project is funded by the Australian Government Department of Health\, Disability and Ageing..\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlumtree is a not-for-profit\, community-based organisation that helps families thrive.  \n\n\n\nTrusted for 40 years\, we provide free centre-based playgroups and online parent education workshops. We also provide therapies and support for children aged birth to 8 years with a disability or developmental delay and their families. At Plumtree Preschool\, children of all abilities and cultural backgrounds learn together and begin to understand the value of inclusive communities.  \n\n\n\nOur award-winning\, evidence-based programs and resources help families take control of their own learning and achieve positive outcomes. Plumtree’s passionate\, culturally diverse team of specialists work from the heart in a caring environment where families feel respected and informed. 
URL:https://www.plumtree.org.au/event/qanda-inclusion-for-library-staff-t326/
CATEGORIES:Libraries as Community Connectors,Workshop
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DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260902T220000
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CREATED:20260611T231908Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260611T233628Z
UID:66589-1788379200-1788386400@www.plumtree.org.au
SUMMARY:Now & Next School
DESCRIPTION:Support your child to thrive at school and develop effective learning goals with educators.   \n\n\n\nEncouraging children to become independent young adults and voice their opinions is an important role for parents. How can we nurture this at school for relevant and achievable learning outcomes for children with disability or developmental delay?  \n\n\n\nParents’ opinions are usually included in developing learning plans with educators\, but without the child’s participation\, the goals developed may not use the child’s strengths and interests for the best outcomes. It’s never too early to start giving children opportunities to make choices.  \n\n\n\nNow & Next School is an evidence-based program to discover your child’s strengths\, coach them to make choices and enhance collaboration with educators for an effective Individual Education Plan.  \n\n\n\nThe four-session program is based on positive psychology\, the science of wellbeing and our Child Voice model (Mahmic & Janson\, 2019).  \n\n\n\n\n\nLearn about: \n\n\n\n\nAchieving better outcomes by working in partnership with educators \n\n\n\nCoaching your child to use their strengths to achieve goals \n\n\n\nPractical strategies for improving your child’s wellbeing  \n\n\n\nTaking a proactive role in developing\, review\, and strengthen your child’s Individual Education Plan (IEP) \n\n\n\nFostering your child’s independent decision-making through our Child Voice model and resources \n\n\n\n\nReceive a report tailored to your child and parenting style to use in Goal Builder\, a resource you can bring to planning meetings or IEPs. It ensures that your child’s strengths and well-being are embedded in planning for good outcomes.  \n\n\n\nThis program is also ideal for parents planning their child’s transition to school. \n\n\n\nWhat is our Child Voice model?  \n\n\n\nLearn more about this initiative acknowledged by Australian and international academics\, parents of children with a disability and early childhood professionals in our blog.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis program is for\n\n\n\nParents\, primary carers\, and family members of primary school-aged children—or children transitioning to school—who have a developmental delay or disability. We encourage registration with a partner\, co-parent or co-carer\, as working together leads to the best benefits.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhen\n\n\n\nWeekly online sessions across four weeks.Each session is 2 hours\, and attending all sessions is required.From Wednesday 2 September to Wednesday 23 September 2026;8pm–10pm AEST AEST/ NSW\, ACT\, VIC and TAS timePlease adjust for your own time zone if needed. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhere\n\n\n\nDelivered online via Zoom. Join us from anywhere in Australia!Instructions will be emailed to you closer to the event date.If you need accessibility support\, please let us know when you register. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCost\n\n\n\n*Free for families who have completed Now & Next\, School & Life participants\, and families currently working with us through the NDIS. Sponsored by Plumtree \n\n\n\nFor all other families$640 per person or couple ($80.06 per hour for four 2‑hour sessions).The course fee can be claimed through NDIS funding* or paid privately.You don’t need to make any payment right now. A member of our Now & Next team will contact you soon. \n\n\n\nNDIS Price Guide: Capacity Building – Improved Daily Living Skills\, Training for Carers/Parents\, Item no. 15_038_0117_1_3 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRSVP\n\n\n\nBy Tuesday\, 2 JuneGroups may be cancelled if there are not enough RSVPs.In line with the NDIS Price Guide 2024–25\, we require seven days’ notice for any cancellations. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFlyer\n\n\n\nView | Share | Download \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAdditional info\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nResources          \n\n\n\n\n\nOnce your registration is confirmed by a Now & Next team member\, we will mail all the materials you need to participate in the program. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLog in details  \n\n\n\n\n\nAfter you register\, we’ll send more details as the date approaches\, including the link to join the session. Please ensure you have a reliable internet connection to participate. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCertificate of Completion  \n\n\n\n\n\nTo receive a certificate of attendance\, please keep your camera on during all four sessions to confirm your attendance and engagement. We also encourage active participation in each session for the best learning experience. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAccessibility \n\n\n\n\n\nWe welcome all families to fully engage in our Now & Next School program! This includes parents and carers with disabilities\, neurodiversity\, medical conditions\, or those who speak English as a second language. Please let us know how we can support your participation to make your experience a success \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nContact details \n\n\n\n\n\nFor more information about future course dates\, details\, or if your organization is interested in hosting Now & Next or making group bookings\, please contact the Now & Next team at eram@plumtree.org.au or call (02) 9572 8840. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTo provide each family with focused support\, we ask that families enrol in one course per term.This approach helps us give our full attention to helping each family reach their goals. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlumtree is a not-for-profit\, community-based organisation that helps families thrive. Trusted for 40 years\, we work alongside children and families in the early years to build confidence\, capability and inclusion. Plumtree provides therapy and specialist support for children from birth to 8 years in everyday settings — at home\, in the community\, online or at our Marrickville centre. \n\n\n\nWe also offer free playgroups\, workshops and programs for all families\, along with an inclusive preschool where children of all abilities learn together. \n\n\n\nOur work is co-designed with families\, including programs like Now & Next and Pictability\, and we partner with organisations and government to build more inclusive communities.
URL:https://www.plumtree.org.au/event/now-next-school_t326/
CATEGORIES:Parenting Program,School Readiness
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260910T123000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260910T131500
DTSTAMP:20260619T141050
CREATED:20260525T050214Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260611T010454Z
UID:69814-1789043400-1789046100@www.plumtree.org.au
SUMMARY:Libraries community of practice
DESCRIPTION:Sharing ideas to strengthen inclusion in community libraries \n\n\n\nHow can we make public libraries more inclusive? Join us for our community of practice sessions.  \n\n\n\nThis is an opportunity for library staff to connect\, celebrate achievements and spark new ideas on supporting children with a disability or developmental delay and their families.  \n\n\n\nThese sessions take place once every quarter. After you register once\, you will automatically receive an invitation to each quarterly meeting. You are welcome to join any session that suits you. \n\n\n\nYour voice and insight are invaluable in shaping a more welcoming experience for everyone at the library.  \n\n\n\n\n\nDuring this session\, you will: \n\n\n\n\nLearn from and support each other\n\n\n\nCollaborate to create positive change \n\n\n\nKeep the momentum of inclusion going \n\n\n\nIdentify and choose topics where you can best support each other (for example\, troubleshooting a social narrative or story)\n\n\n\n\nImportant: Please complete the Building inclusion in libraries eLearning modules before attending. \n\n\n\nOur online sessions are interactive and designed to create a safe\, supportive space for everyone. Recordings are not shared. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThese sessions are for\n\n\n\nAll public library staff \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhen\n\n\n\nThursday 10 September 2026; 12.30pm to 1.15pm AEST/ NSW\, ACT\, VIC and TAS timePlease adjust for your own time zone if needed \n\n\n\nPlease noteOnce you register\, you will automatically receive invitations to future quarterly sessions. You are welcome to join any session that suits you\, and you can unsubscribe at any time. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhere\n\n\n\nOnline via Zoom. Join us from anywhere in AustraliaInstructions will be sent by email before the event.If you need accessibility support\, please let us know when you register. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCost\n\n\n\nFree \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFlyer\n\n\n\nView | Download | Share \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nYour facilitators\n\n\n\nRob Thomson\, State Library of NSW visiting scholar and library ambassador and Marie\, trained parent-peer worker at Plumtree. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAdditional info \n\n\n\n\n\nLog in detailsOnce registered\, we’ll send you more details\, including the link to join the session\, as the event approaches. Please make sure you have a stable internet connection for the best experience\, you have a good internet connection for a smooth experience.Contact detailsFor more information\, please feel free to contact Marg\, Libraries project manager\, at margaret@plumtree.org.auFundingThe Libraries as Community Connectors project is funded by the Australian Government Department of Health\, Disability and Ageing.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlumtree is a not-for-profit\, community-based organisation that helps families thrive.  \n\n\n\nTrusted for over 40 years\, we provide free centre-based playgroups and online parent education workshops. We also provide therapies and support for children aged birth to 8 years with a disability or developmental delay and their families. At Plumtree Preschool\, children of all abilities and cultural backgrounds learn together and begin to understand the value of inclusive communities.  \n\n\n\nOur award-winning\, evidence-based programs and resources help families take control of their own learning and achieve positive outcomes. Plumtree’s passionate\, culturally diverse team of specialists work from the heart in a caring environment where families feel respected and informed. 
URL:https://www.plumtree.org.au/event/libraries-community-of-practice_t326/
CATEGORIES:Libraries as Community Connectors,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260917T200000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260917T213000
DTSTAMP:20260619T141050
CREATED:20260518T043937Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260518T044847Z
UID:62480-1789675200-1789680600@www.plumtree.org.au
SUMMARY:Let’s talk about… Building relationships for a thriving family
DESCRIPTION:Let’s explore how to foster positive family outcomes through relationship health. \n\n\n\nOur relationships shape many of the moments we share as a family. One of the most important is the relationship we have with our partner. Like anything important\, it can need a little time and attention to stay strong. \n\n\n\nWith the busyness of daily life\, it’s easy for connection to slip into the background. This session offers a chance to pause\, reflect and reconnect with what matters most to you\, your relationship and your family. \n\n\n\nWhen parents feel supported and connected\, it can have a positive flow-on for the whole family. Communication plays a big part in this\, along with understanding what helps you feel close\, heard and on the same page. \n\n\n\nThis workshop offers practical ideas and a positive space to reflect\, refresh and strengthen your connection as you move towards your shared hopes for your family. \n\n\n\n\n\nCome along to discuss and explore: \n\n\n\n\nSimple ways to reflect on what’s important to you\n\n\n\nHow to build a shared vision for your relationship and family\n\n\n\nThe Relationship T.H.R.I.L.L.S. framework\n\n\n\n\nYou’re welcome to join in as much or as little as feels right for you. There is no expectation to share personal experiences with the group. \n\n\n\n*This session was previously named “Relationship growth” \n\n\n\nThe ‘Let’s talk about…’ sessions are designed by families for families to discuss various topics and learn together. They are facilitated by trained parent-peer workers raising a child with developmental delay or disability. \n\n\n\nOur online sessions are interactive and designed to create a safe\, supportive space for everyone. Recordings are not shared. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis program is for\n\n\n\nParents\, primary carers and family members of children aged 0-12 years \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhen\n\n\n\nThursday 17 September; 8pm to 9.30pm AEST/ NSW\, ACT\, VIC and TAS timePlease adjust for your time zone if needed. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhere\n\n\n\nThe event will be delivered online via Zoom. Families from anywhere in Australia are welcome to join. Instructions will be emailed to you closer to the event date.If you need accessibility support\, please let us know when you register. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCost\n\n\n\nFree \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRSVP\n\n\n\nPlease RSVP to secure your place.Sessions may be cancelled if fewer than four confirmed participants. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFlyer\n\n\n\nView | Share | Download \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTestimonials\n\n\n\nI loved it that\, not only I gained some new information but\, it was explained in a way that helped me reflect it withing my relationship and guided me to articulate what is important to me and why it is… and how to do it. Wow!Company NameLoved the exercise with the questions. Looking forward to do it with my partner. It will be so helpful to us.Company NameIt helped me recognize and appreciate a lot more the contribution that my parter makes to our family life and also equipped me with strategies and ideas for improving and maintaining our relationship.  Company Name\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nYour facilitator\n\n\n\nMelo Kalemkeridis\, a trained peer worker and parent raising a child with a disability. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAdditional info \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLog in detailsAfter registering\, you’ll receive more details closer to the session date\, including the link to join. A stable internet connection is required for participation.Contact detailsFor more information or questions\, feel free to contact Mana (Parent Learning Manager) mana@plumtree.org.auProfessional developmentAt this time\, we cannot accommodate professionals in this program. Please feel free to share our course details with the families you support.FundingPlumtree’s free programs are funded through the NSW Department of Education Start Strong Pathways program.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlumtree is a not-for-profit\, community-based organisation that helps families thrive.  \n\n\n\nTrusted for over 40 years\, we provide free centre-based playgroups and online parent education workshops. We also provide therapies and support for children aged birth to 8 years with a disability or developmental delay and their families. At Plumtree Preschool\, children of all abilities and cultural backgrounds learn together and begin to understand the value of inclusive communities.  \n\n\n\nOur award-winning\, evidence-based programs and resources help families take control of their own learning and achieve positive outcomes. Plumtree’s passionate\, culturally diverse team of specialists work from the heart in a caring environment where families feel respected and informed. 
URL:https://www.plumtree.org.au/event/lta-building-relationships-for-a-thriving-family/
CATEGORIES:Let's talk about series,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260918T130000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260918T160000
DTSTAMP:20260619T141050
CREATED:20260617T002542Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260617T033445Z
UID:70015-1789736400-1789747200@www.plumtree.org.au
SUMMARY:Essential ingredients for running parent/caregiver support groups
DESCRIPTION:Creating meaningful spaces where families feel heard\, valued and connected \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nFor professionals who want to design and facilitate supportive\, respectful and engaging groups for parents and caregivers of children with disability or developmental delay. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nThis will be a practical and interactive workshop led by presenters who have codesigned the parent/caregiver groups We Care and Now & Next with families . Participants will be introduced to a simple planning tool for designing parent and caregiver support groups and will have the opportunity to try it out during the session.  \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nThe workshop will include theory\,  discussion and time to begin applying the ideas to a real or possible group in their own setting. \n\n\n\nOur online sessions are interactive and designed to create a safe\, supportive space for everyone. Recordings are not shared. \n\n\n\n\n\nIn this session\, participants will explore how to: \n\n\n\n\nuse a practical planning tool for parent and caregiver support groups\n\n\n\ncreate groups where parents feel heard\, respected and included\n\n\n\nsupport peer connection and shared learning\n\n\n\n\nParticipants will leave with practical ideas\, useful resources and a planning approach they can use when designing or facilitating parent and caregiver support groups. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nParticipant feedback \n\n\n\n\n“A really practical tool that can be used in planning a group. A good balance of theory and practical information.” \n\n\n\n“It felt like we needed more time to plan\, but actually it made us get into it and gave us an example we can use in our future planning.” \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis session is for\n\n\n\n\nProfessionals who support parents and carers of children with disability or developmental delay \n\n\n\nTherapists\, educators\, and practitioners who want to design and deliver meaningful caregiver support workshops \n\n\n\nEarly childhood professionals who are passionate about strengthening outcomes for families through evidence-based group programs \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhen\n\n\n\n\n\nFriday 18 September 2026;1pm to 4pm AEST/ NSW\, ACT\, VIC and TAS timePlease adjust for your own time zone if needed \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhere\n\n\n\nDelivered online via Zoom. Join us from anywhere in Australia!Instructions will be emailed to you closer to the event date.If you need accessibility support\, please let us know when you register. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCost\n\n\n\n$250See refund policy below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFlyer\n\n\n\nView | Download | Share \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nYour facilitators\n\n\n\nSylvana Mahmic\, CEO of Plumtree Children’s Services and Dr Anoo Bhopti\, Program Lead and Developer\, Senior Occupational Therapist and Researcher at Monash University and Posity\, and affiliate at Olga Tennison Autism Research Centre. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAdditional info \n\n\n\n\n\nRefund PolicyNo refund available with less than 24 hours notice.25% refund available up to 7 days prior to the event50% refund available up to 14 days prior to the event100% refund available up to 28 days prior to the event.Log in detailsOnce registered\, we’ll send you more details\, including the link to join the session\, as the event date approaches. Please make sure you have a stable internet connection for the best experience\, you have a good internet connection for a smooth experience.Contact detailsFor more information\, please feel free to contact Mana\, Communication and Education manager mana@plumtree.org.au\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlumtree is a not-for-profit\, community-based organisation that helps families thrive.  \n\n\n\nTrusted for 40 years\, we provide free centre-based playgroups and online parent education workshops. We also provide therapies and support for children aged birth to 8 years with a disability or developmental delay and their families. At Plumtree Preschool\, children of all abilities and cultural backgrounds learn together and begin to understand the value of inclusive communities.  \n\n\n\nOur award-winning\, evidence-based programs and resources help families take control of their own learning and achieve positive outcomes. Plumtree’s passionate\, culturally diverse team of specialists work from the heart in a caring environment where families feel respected and informed. 
URL:https://www.plumtree.org.au/event/parent-support-group-essentials/
CATEGORIES:Professionals,Workshop
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