Get ready for another exciting weekend of hands-on fun across Australia! ๐ From natural wind chimes in Sydney ๐, eco fashion shows in Brisbane ๐ญ, yarn string art in Melbourne ๐งต, constellation projectors in Perth ๐, to butter churning and scarecrow making in Adelaide ๐ โ kids will have endless opportunities to learn, create, and play. Perfect for families seeking unique experiences this spring! ๐ผ
๐ Sydney
Natural Wind Chime Creation
๐ Time: Saturday, Sept 13, 10:00 โ 11:30 AM
๐ Location: Lane Cove National Park Visitor Centre Lawn
๐ฐ Price: $20/child (materials like wood rings, shells, pinecones, bells provided)
๐ด Food: BYO picnic; BBQ facilities available
๐ Parking: National Park car park, $8/day
๐ Medical Aid: First-aid at visitor centre; safe flat grounds
๐ฆ Activity: Create unique wind chimes using natural materials and listen to natureโs music.
Cartoon Dubbing Theatre
๐ Time: Sunday, Sept 14, 2:00 โ 3:30 PM
๐ Location: Australian National Maritime Museum Childrenโs Room
๐ฐ Price: $15/child (+ museum entry: Adult $28, Child $16)
๐ด Food: Museum cafรฉ offers kidsโ meals (~$12)
๐ Parking: Darling Harbour car park, ~$40/day
๐ Medical Aid: First-aid room onsite
๐ฆ Activity: Voice silent cartoon clips with your own sound effects and dialogue.
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๐ญ Brisbane
Eco Fashion Show
๐ Time: Saturday, Sept 13, 9:30 โ 11:30 AM
๐ Location: GOMA (Gallery of Modern Art) Backyard
๐ฐ Price: Free (materials like newspaper, paper, tape, ribbons provided)
๐ด Food: BYO or buy at South Bank dining area
๐ Parking: South Bank Parklands car park, ~$22/day
๐ Medical Aid: Staff onsite; safety scissors provided
๐ฆ Activity: Design recycled outfits and showcase them in a mini runway show.
Little Plumbers
๐ Time: Sunday, Sept 14, 3:00 โ 4:00 PM
๐ Location: Roma Street Parkland Discovery Centre
๐ฐ Price: $18/child (PVC pipes and connectors provided)
๐ด Food: On-site cafรฉ with snacks and drinks
๐ Parking: Roma Street Station car park, ~$18/day
๐ Medical Aid: Soft ground prevents injury
๐ฆ Activity: Build pipe systems and roll balls through your own creations.
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๐งต Melbourne
Yarn String Art
๐ Time: Saturday, Sept 13, 11:00 AM โ 12:30 PM
๐ Location: ACMI (Australian Centre for the Moving Image) Studio
๐ฐ Price: $16/child (wood board, nails, colorful yarn provided)
๐ด Food: Wide range at Federation Square food court
๐ Parking: Federation Square car park, ~$40/day
๐ Medical Aid: Safe blunt hammers and large nails provided
๐ฆ Activity: Wrap yarn around nails to create fun patterns and shapes.
Pasta Necklace Making
๐ Time: Sunday, Sept 14, 1:00 โ 2:00 PM
๐ Location: Fitzroy Gardens, Cookโs Cottage Lawn
๐ฐ Price: $12/child (colored pasta and string provided)
๐ด Food: BYO picnic or nearby cafรฉs
๐ Parking: Fitzroy Gardens car park, ~$20/day
๐ Medical Aid: Wet wipes for cleaning dyed hands
๐ฆ Activity: String colorful pasta into necklaces or bracelets.
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๐ Perth
Constellation Projector
๐ Time: Saturday, Sept 13, 10:00 โ 11:00 AM
๐ Location: Scitech Planetarium Studio
๐ฐ Price: $22/child (materials included; + entry: Adult $22, Child $14)
๐ด Food: On-site cafรฉ
๐ Parking: Free at Scitech car park
๐ Medical Aid: Staff guide safe use of pins
๐ฆ Activity: Punch constellation shapes into cups and project your own night sky.
Sand Relief Art
๐ Time: Sunday, Sept 14, 2:30 โ 4:00 PM
๐ Location: Hillarys Boat Harbour Beach Area
๐ฐ Price: $15/child (wood board, glue, colored sand provided)
๐ด Food: Harbour restaurants (fish & chips, ice cream, etc.)
๐ Parking: Hillarys Boat Harbour car park, $5/day
๐ Medical Aid: Aprons and wash water provided
๐ฆ Activity: Create sand art designs that last.
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๐ Adelaide
Butter Churning Experience
๐ Time: Saturday, Sept 13, 10:30 โ 11:30 AM
๐ Location: Adelaide Central Market Cooking Centre
๐ฐ Price: $15/child (cream, salt, bread provided)
๐ด Food: Many food options in the market
๐ Parking: Central Market car park, ~$15/day
๐ Medical Aid: Non-slip floors and gloves provided
๐ฆ Activity: Shake cream into butter and taste your fresh spread.
Mini Scarecrow Making
๐ Time: Sunday, Sept 14, 11:00 AM โ 12:30 PM
๐ Location: Carrick Hill Gardens (Spring Garden Festival)
๐ฐ Price: $20/child (frame, straw, cloth, decorations provided)
๐ด Food: On-site cafรฉ with tea and snacks
๐ Parking: Free at Carrick Hill
๐ Medical Aid: Staff supervision in open gardens
๐ฆ Activity: Build and decorate your own mini scarecrow to take home.
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โ Tips & Notes
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Booking: Many workshops have limited spots, book in advance.
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Weather: Outdoor activities may move indoors or be cancelled.
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Pricing: Child fees often cover only materials; adults may need separate tickets.
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Parking: City centre parking is expensiveโuse public transport when possible.