Do you need support to help your newborn baby learn to sleep? Come along to one of our free information sessions.

Through the Maternal and Child Health Sleep and Settling initiative, we are providing support for parents experiencing sleep and settling concerns with their young children.

During this in-person session, consultants will teach you an evidence-informed sleep and settling model of care.

Topics covered will include:

• Age specific development
• Normal sleep patterns
• Ways to deal with sleep difficulties
• Information about your wellbeing.

There will be time at the end of the session for you to ask questions about your specific situation.

In addition to the sessions, we are proud to provide an outreach service for interested parents. Speak to our Sleep and Settling Specialist at the end of the session for more information.

Only parents who attend Manningham Maternal and Child Health service are eligible for this service.

Sessions are also available for older babies and toddlers. 

Events Partners

Working in partnership with the Victorian Government, this program is part of the 'More help for new Victorian mum and dads’ initiative.

Everyone has the capacity for creative expression and enjoyment. 

Heide’s Creative Age Programs are designed specifically for people living with early stage dementia and their Carers to discover their creativity through the non-verbal avenue of art, and to promote health and wellbeing. Heide’s Creative Age programs are kindly supported by the Phil Taylor Foundation.

The sessions run from 1:30pm each Thursday until 3 April 2025.

Transport option are as follows:

Public Transport
Train (Hurstbridge line) to Heidelberg station and bus #903 (Mordialloc bound) to Heide. Disembark at the Bulleen Road/Manningham Road stop. Estimated bus travel time is 5-10 minutes. Walk to Heide through Banksia Park, via the pedestrian path next to the Helmet sculpture on the corner of Bridge Street or by walking North on Bulleen Road and entering via the upper car park.

Bicycle
Heide is located next to Banksia Park near the Main Yarra Trail. From Southbank, this 33km bike trail passes ancient gums and billabongs before ending at Westerfolds Park in Templestowe. With a flat grade and good quality track, this trail makes for an enjoyable experience and a truly ‘green’ way to travel to Heide.

Car
Free parking available on-site and additional parking available in adjoining Banksia Park (enter via 5 Templestowe Road)

Bus / coach parking
The parking at Heide is not suitable for buses so we advise bus and coach drivers to park in the bays on Templestowe Road, immediately preceding the entrance to the museum at 7 Templestowe Road (alongside picket fence).

The Infant Feeding, Active play and Nutrition (INFANT) program provides parents with evidence-based skills and information about healthy eating and active play for their babies.

INFANT is an evidence-based initiative led by our local Maternal Child Health (MCH) Nurses.

Sessions cover topics including:

• feeding, solids introduction, healthy eating, food refusal and fussy eating
• strategies and ideas on how to play with your baby
• the role that parent wellbeing plays in your baby’s life
• experiences, strategies and tips from other parents. 

Cost: Free

Who should attend: Parents and caregivers

We offer interactive sessions in four different age groups:

• 3 months (babies aged from 2 to 4 months)
• 6 months (babies aged from 5 to 7 months)
• 9 months (babies aged from 8 to 10 months)
• 12 months (babies aged from 11 to 13 months).

Please note: This is the 3 months session - for babies aged from 2 to 4 months.

For more information, go to Maternal and Child Health Services or call 9840 9188.

The Infant Feeding, Active play and Nutrition (INFANT) program provides parents with evidence-based skills and information about healthy eating and active play for their babies.

INFANT is an evidence-based initiative led by our local Maternal Child Health (MCH) Nurses.

Sessions cover topics including:

• feeding, solids introduction, healthy eating, food refusal and fussy eating
• strategies and ideas on how to play with your baby
• the role that parent wellbeing plays in your baby’s life
• experiences, strategies and tips from other parents. 

Cost: Free

Who should attend: Parents and caregivers

We offer interactive sessions in four different age groups:

• 3 months (babies aged from 2 to 4 months)
• 6 months (babies aged from 5 to 7 months)
• 9 months (babies aged from 8 to 10 months)
• 12 months (babies aged from 11 to 13 months).

Please note: This is the 6 months session - for babies aged from 2 to 4 months.

For more information, go to Maternal and Child Health Services or call 9840 9188.

The Infant Feeding, Active play and Nutrition (INFANT) program provides parents with evidence-based skills and information about healthy eating and active play for their babies.

INFANT is an evidence-based initiative led by our local Maternal Child Health (MCH) Nurses.

Sessions cover topics including:

• feeding, solids introduction, healthy eating, food refusal and fussy eating
• strategies and ideas on how to play with your baby
• the role that parent wellbeing plays in your baby’s life
• experiences, strategies and tips from other parents. 

Cost: Free

Who should attend: Parents and caregivers

Please note: This is the 6 months session - for babies aged from 5 to 7 months.

We offer interactive sessions in four different age groups:

• 3 months (babies aged from 2 to 4 months)
• 6 months (babies aged from 5 to 7 months)
• 9 months (babies aged from 8 to 10 months)
• 12 months (babies aged from 11 to 13 months).

For more information, go to Maternal and Child Health Services or call 9840 9188.

The Infant Feeding, Active play and Nutrition (INFANT) program provides parents with evidence-based skills and information about healthy eating and active play for their babies.

INFANT is an evidence-based initiative led by our local Maternal Child Health (MCH) Nurses.

Sessions cover topics including:

• feeding, solids introduction, healthy eating, food refusal and fussy eating
• strategies and ideas on how to play with your baby
• the role that parent wellbeing plays in your baby’s life
• experiences, strategies and tips from other parents. 

Cost: Free

Who should attend: Parents and caregivers

Please note: This is the 3 months session - for babies aged from 2 to 4 months.

We offer interactive sessions in four different age groups:

• 3 months (babies aged from 2 to 4 months)
• 6 months (babies aged from 5 to 7 months)
• 9 months (babies aged from 8 to 10 months)
• 12 months (babies aged from 11 to 13 months).

For more information, go to Maternal and Child Health Services or call 9840 9188.

Do you have the power to paddle? Looking to get outdoors these school holidays? Learn to paddle and be safe on the water with the Paddle Power program!

Program information

• all equipment provided
• suitable for all genders
• this activity is for kids aged seven to 13 years.

Terms and conditions

• Participants must be Manningham residents to qualify for the subsidised rate of $5. All other participants will be charged $35.
• Eligible families can apply for multiple children. Only one session application at the discounted rate can be submitted per child per program.

How to apply

To secure one of the low-cost places, you will need to:

1. register your interest now via the online form
2. once you have submitted the form, you will receive the discount code and instructions on how to complete payment and confirm your spot in the program.

Please note: applications via this online form do not guarantee a spot in this program. After completing the online form, additional steps must be followed to secure a spot in this program.

Love basketball or netball? Grab some mates and head down to DISC for some casual shooting these school holidays.

When: Anytime during opening hours, subject to court availability

Age: All ages and families

Bookings: Based on court availability, encouraged to call ahead. Check court availability. 

Half-court bookings from $25.60 and casual shooting from $5.50.

Kickstart the holiday fun!

Join the Football Star Academy for some action-packed fun and games on the field. No previous football (soccer) experience required.

Program information

• suitable for all genders
• this activity is for kids aged five to 12 years.

Terms and conditions

• Participants must be Manningham residents to qualify for the subsidised rate of $10. All other participants will be charged $50.
• Eligible families can apply for multiple children. Only one session application at the discounted rate can be submitted per child per program.

How to apply

To secure one of the low-cost places, register your interest now via phone 0424 253 549 or email vic23.football@sportstaracademy.com.

Spaces are limited, so get in quick to avoid disappointment.

Shuttle Smash is an introductory program for children to experience badminton in a fun, inclusive environment. 

The program teaches children badminton through the development of fundamental movement skills, including co-ordination, flexibility, strength, balance and fine motor skills.

Program information

• all equipment provided
• suitable for all genders
• this activity is for primary school children aged 5 - 12.

Terms and conditions

• Participants must be Manningham residents to qualify for the subsidised rate of $5
• Eligible families can apply for multiple children 
• Participants can apply for multiple sessions. 

How to apply

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Join sustainable craft teacher and artist Emma Grace for a free hands-on workshop to learn how to make seed bombs.

Participants will get an introduction to germination, learn the benefits of flowers and see a demonstration on how to make seed paper.

Each child will go home with their own seed bombs to add colour and life to their garden – right in time for spring!

Suitable for children aged 5 to 12.

Love basketball or netball? Grab some mates and head down to Mullum Mullum for some casual shooting.

• When: Anytime during opening hours, subject to court availability
• Age: All ages welcome
• Bookings: Allocation is based on court availability. Call ahead to confirm or check court availability online
• Cost: Half court bookings from $25.60 and casual shooting from $5.50.
   

Kayak Paddleball is a team sport made up of five or more players who sit on top of kayaks. It is a low impact, outdoor activity.

This game offers a fantastic opportunity for social interaction and encouraging water confidence, water safety skills and team building.

Program information

• all equipment provided
• suitable for all genders
• this activity is for teenagers aged 14 to 18 years.

Terms and conditions

• Participants must be Manningham residents to qualify for the subsidised rate of $5. All other participants will be charged $35.
• Eligible families can apply for multiple children. Only one session application at the discounted rate can be submitted per child per program.

How to apply

To secure one of the low-cost places, you will need to:

1. register your interest now via the online form
2. once you have submitted the form, you will receive the discount code and instructions on how to complete payment and confirm your spot in the program.

Please note: applications via this online form do not guarantee a spot in this program. After completing the online form, additional steps must be followed to secure a spot in this program.

Is it possible to live completely waste free? 

In this multi-award winning, festival favourite, partners Jen and Grant go head-to-head in a competition to see who can swear off consumerism and produce the least garbage. With humour and determination, they tackle the challenges of reducing single-use plastics and finding creative solutions to reduce the amount of waste they produce. 

Bring your own drink and receive a free bag of popcorn! 

Registration is required. 
 

Ready Steady Go into a lifelong love of sport!

Perfect for young sports fanatics, Ready Steady Go is Australia’s largest multi-sport program. Enroll today and help your kids build confidence and self-esteem, providing a platform of knowledge, and boosting school readiness skills.

Program information

• suitable for all genders
• classes are for kids aged two to six years with the following sessions: 
  • two to three years - 9.00am to 10.00am
  • three to four years - 10.00am to 11.00am
  • four to six years - 11.00am - 12.00pm

Terms and conditions

• Participants must be Manningham residents to qualify for the subsidised rate of $5. All other participants will be charged $10.
• Eligible families can apply for multiple children. Only one session application at the discounted rate can be submitted per child per program.

How to apply

To secure one of the low-cost places, you will need to:

1. complete the online form to receive your discount code
2. register with your discount code via the Ready Steady Go Kids website and complete payment.

Spaces are limited, so get in quick to avoid disappointment.