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Free Autism Workshop – for Parents/Carers

Positive Partnerships are running a government funded autism workshop for parents/carers. 

 

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This workshop is for parents, unpaid carers, grandparents and kinship carers to learn about autism and ways to strengthen the partnership between home and school.  (Please note: your child does not need a formal diagnosis for you to attend).

The workshop will cover the following topics:

  • Diversity of autism
  • Understanding sensory processing
  • Understanding behaviour
  • Working together.

 

  • Dates: Tuesday 25th & Wednesday 26th November
  • Time: 9.30am – 2.30pm
  • Location: CERES Community Environment Park, Brunswick East
  • Free morning tea and lunch will be provided.

  • More information: Register here

     

Positive Parenting – Group Online Sessions

This group supports parents to build strategies to help their children; manage their emotions, build emotional resilience, build self-esteem and independence, develop problem solving skills, develop life and communication skills, and build healthy relationships. 

 

  • Dates: weekly for 5 weeks, commencing 10/11/25
  • Time: 10am – 11am 
  • Location: Online via Zoom

  • Register: Via email at triplep@berrystreet.org.au 

     

Positive Parenting Group Flyer.pdf

 

Fairfield Village Greening – Fashion Competition

Celebrate sustainable fashion and show off your unique style!

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Shop at second-hand stores across Darebin and put together a full outfit. You can leave the clothes as they are, or get creative by decorating or altering them. Note: You don't have to live in Darebin but you do have to shop at Darebin second-hand shops and you have to be 18 years plus.

 

Make a short video showing how you found and styled your outfit – no need for pro skills, just have fun!

 

  • Competition: Closes Jan 2, 2026
  • Display: The six best outfits will be displayed at Fairfield Library in February 2026
  • Prizes: First prize $700 & second prize $200
  • Entry form: https://forms.gle/pFf9Yh7V8arWXvWN8

 

Let’s celebrate fashion that’s affordable, fun, and better for the planet.

 

Yarra Hockey Club - Hook into Hockey Program

Yarra Hockey Club is running their “Hook into Hockey’ program in term four for all children aged 5 - 12 years. The club is offering a free come and try session.

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