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Mandurah Families GuideOutdoor Fun | Kids Clubs | Holiday Programs | Parenting Support

Children are our most precious resource. What we invest in our children today will shape our world tomorrow.

Mandurah is a growing city that hugs some of Australia’s most beautiful waterways and coast line. This guide aims to give great information about Mandurah places, events and people. It is our hope that this creates opportunities for families to take part in the many local activities and events and feel a sense of belonging to our community.

The Mandurah Families Guide is also available online at mandurah.wa.gov.au/families.

Mandurah Library and Falcon eLibrary and Community Centre have free computers available for the public to use.

We welcome feedback

Please email comments to [email protected] or call 9550 3777 and ask for a Community Development Officer.

Mandjoogoordap Koorlanga

The name Mandurah is derived from Mandjoogoordap meaning ‘meeting place of the heart’ and has been a place for festivals and for families to gather and connect for thousands of years. With its protected estuary, bountiful food supply and fresh water springs this area was a great place for raising Koorlanga - children.

We acknowledge the Bindjareb people as the traditional custodians of this land, and pay respect to Elders, past, present and future, as they hold the memories, culture and hopes of Aboriginal people.

Introduction

Front cover: Layla, Hannah and Kevin at Seascapes Beach

Image at left: Christian, Seamus and Gabriel at Dawesville Cut

Things to Do, Places to Go ...................................6

Getting Outdoors.......................................................... 6

Parks and Playgrounds ................................................... 7

Walks and Trails ........................................................... 11

Skate Parks and BMX Tracks ........................................... 11

Markets ...................................................................... 12

Entertainment ............................................................... 16

City of Mandurah Services ............................................. 18

Child Friendly Cafes ..................................................... 20

Community Centres and Halls ......................................... 21

Kids Clubs ........................................................22

Suporting Clubs............................................................ 22

Creative Clubs ............................................................. 22

Map of Mandurah ..............................................27

School Holidays .................................................28

School Holiday Programs ............................................... 28

Vacation Care.............................................................. 30

Wellbeing for Parents ..........................................31

Dad’s Groups .............................................................. 34

Aboriginal Families Support ............................................ 34

Contents

Migrant Families Support ............................................... 35

Online Parenting Information ........................................... 36

Wellbeing for Children ........................................38

Child Health Centres ..................................................... 38

General Health Centres ................................................. 39

Counselling for Kids ...................................................... 40

Playgroups .................................................................. 42

Family Day Care .......................................................... 43

Child Care .................................................................. 43

Schools ...................................................................... 43

Index ................................................................44

Crisis Support .....................................................48

Helplines ............................................................50

Toilets

Unisex Accessible Toilets and ACROD Parking

Dogs Allowed on Leash

Parking Swimming Playground Paths and Trails

Food Facilities BBQ Area Park Bench Drinking Fountain

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Accessible Play Equipment

Liberty Swing

Getting OutdoorsMandurah has many beautiful places to go that are free for your family and fun for the kids.

The Mandurah Visitor Centre (located at 75 Mandurah Terrace) has great information for locals as well as visitors.

Access and Inclusion The City of Mandurah has facilities available for everyone.

Beach matting supporting wheel chair access Town Beach and Swimmer’s Beach (see page 9)

All terrain wheelchair (free hire) Mandurah Visitor Centre

Changing Places - secure, change room/toilet with adjustable change table and ceiling hoist, specifically designed for people with a disability. Swipe Card access. Mandurah Visitor Centre

Liberty Swing Eastern Foreshore & Caterpillar Playground

Talk to a Community Development Officer on 9550 3777 for more information about accessible places and fun.

Outdoor Adventure Guide Free journal that takes kids on an outdoor eco adventure in Mandurah. Follow Dudley the dolphin, use the geocaching areas listed, explore wetlands and be a bird detective! Get your copy at the Mandurah Visitors Centre or online at www.dudleydolphin.myclub.org.au.

Free WiFi The City of Mandurah offers free WiFi throughout the City Centre, Eastern and Western Foreshores and the Mandurah Ocean Marina.

Things to Do, Places to Go

“I hope my children have a bright future with lots of outdoor activities, sports, going to the beach, spending time

with family and friends”

- Amy Austin, Golden Bay

7Parks and PlaygroundsHere are some favourite playgrounds across Mandurah.See map on page 26 for approximate locations.1. Quarry Adventure Park, Pebble Beach Boulevard, Meadow Springs

2. Caterpillar Playground, Milgar Street Reserve, Park Road, Mandurah

3. Keith Holmes Reserve, The Lido, Marina Precinct, Mandurah

4. Eastern Foreshore, Mandurah Terrace, Mandurah

5. Osprey Park, Corner Bridgewater Boulevard and Egret Point, Erskine

6. Dawesville Foreshore Reserve, Estuary Rd, Dawesville

7. Adventurescape Playground, Inlet Boulevard, South Yunderup

8. Seascapes Playground, Corner Acerosa Boulevard and Boardwalk

Boulevard, Halls Head

9. Eros Reserve, Corner Eros Pl and Orestes St, San Remo

Try www.playgroundfinder.com or www.buggybuddys.com.au to find more local playgrounds.

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9Beaches (See map on page 27 for locations)

Here are some favourite beaches for families with young children:

1. Town Beach, near Seashells Resort,

off Dolphin Drive

2. Swimmer’s Beach, at Keith Holmes

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3. Doddi’s Beach, Halls Head Parade

4. Blue Bay – Corner Leighton Road

and Halls Head Parade

5. Falcon Bay Beach, Spinaway

Parade, Falcon

6. Henry Sutton Grove Reserve,

Leighton Road, Halls Head

Mitchell, Amber and Dad (Tasman) at Town Beach

Beaches that are great for surfing and body boarding: 7. Avalon Point, Westview Parade,

Wannanup

For information about patrolled beaches go to www.lifesavingwa.com.au

8. Pyramids, Southport Boulevard,

Dawesville

9. Tims Thicket, Tims Thicket Road,

Bouvard, (4WD access only)

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11Walks and TrailsThe natural beauty of Mandurah and the Peel region offers lots of outdoor adventures for families. There are wildflower walks, horse riding trails, beautiful wetlands and beaches.

Discover local walk trails:

• Public Art Trails around the City and Marina• Creery Wetlands, Mariners Cove• Nature Trail, Len Howard Conservation Park, Erskine • Erskine Nature Walk, Glandart Court, Erskine• Halls Head Coastal Trail, Doddi’s Beach, Halls Head• Lakeside Loop and Thrombolites, Yalgorup National Park

For more information and other trails in the region, visit www.trailswa.com.au and www.visitpeel.com.au.

Skate Parks and BMX TracksSkateboarding, scooter riding and bike riding are a great way to get outdoors and get active. Kids of all ages can test their skills and have fun at Mandurah’s skate and BMX parks which include multiple features to challenge riders and boarders alike.

Mandurah Skate Park Hall Park, cr Leighton Place and Pinjarra Road, Mandurah

Falcon Skate and BMX Park 3 Flame Street, Falcon

Pinjarra Skate Park Roe Avenue, Pinjarra

Mandurah BMX Track Milgar Street Reserve, Mandurah

Duverney Reserve Skate and BMX Zone 221-239 Wanjeep Street, Coodanup

Kerrie, Gabriel and Christian at Peel Zoo

MarketsMandurah has a number of markets selling a range of products from fresh fruit and vegetables to hand made gifts. They often have free entertainment and run seasonally.

Mandjar Markets

Sundays, 9am - 2pm (Oct - April)

www.mandjarmarkets.com.au Eastern Foreshore, Mandurah Terrace, Mandurah

Mandurah Boardwalk Markets

Most Sundays, 8am - 12noon

www.mandurah.wa.gov.au/boardwalkmarkets Mandjar Square, James Service Place, Mandurah

Peel Farmers Market

Most Sundays, 8am -12noon

www.peelfarmersmarket.com.au Dolphin Quay, Mandurah Ocean Marina, Dolphin Drive, Mandurah

Smart St Mall Saturday Markets

Every Saturday, 9am - 2pmSmart Street Mall, Mandurah

Sacred Earth Sanctuary Sunday Markets

Last Sunday of every month191 Mandurah TerraceSilver Sands, Mandurah

For more information about markets go to www.visitpeel.com.au and click on the events tab.

Tarow at My Park Grooves, Duverney Reserve

EventsThe City of Mandurah together with other local organisations create a full program of free community events. City events are family friendly and are designed to be inclusive for people of all ages and abilities.

Australia DayLions Club breakfast and citizenship awards. Jan

Mandurah Crab Fest Weekend festival celebrating Mandurah’s food, wine and unique experiences. Live entertainment, cooking demos, workshops and fireworks.

Mar

Youth WeekA national one week celebration of youth with activities, music and gaming.

Mar - Apr

Stretch Arts FestivalCelebrates the artist in us all. Live music, art markets, free workshops, competitions and cultural performances.

May

NAIDOC Community celebration of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander history, culture and achievements.

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Mandurah Children’s FestivalPerformances, workshops and activities for children of all ages. Oct

Community Christmas PageantColourful community floats designed by local groups, schools and businesses. Live entertainment and fireworks.

Dec

Community New Year’s Eve Celebrations Live entertainment, fireworks at 9pm and midnight, youth zone, food stalls. Dec

Sundowner SeriesSeries of free Saturday afternoon events at Keith Holmes Reserve over summer.

Summer

MyPark GroovesSeries of free Sunday afternoon events at various local parks over summer. Summer

For more information go to www.mandurah.wa.gov.au/events

NED reward day for Mandurah Primary School students at Keith Holmes ReserveGabrielle Jeffery, Mandurah Coastal Times

EntertainmentSee map on page 27 for locations

1. Fun Fact’ry 9581 8922

Play centre and café for children’s birthday parties and entertainment.

www.funfactry.com.au 79 Gordon Road, Mandurah

2. Mandurah Indoor Rock Climbing Centre 9581 7465

A fun and thrill seeking activity suitable for the whole family, offering high ropes, birthday parties and a kids climbing club.

3/12 Thornborough Road, Mandurah

3. Chipmunks 9583 3118

Play land and café for children’s birthday parties and functions.

www.chipmunks.com.au/venues/mandurah 11 Rouse Road, Greenfields

4. Inflatable World Mandurah 9535 2512

Inflatable playground great for birthday parties, private bookings and school holiday functions.

87 Dower Street, Mandurah

5. Mandurah Performing Arts Centre 9550 3900

Has shows that are suitable for children and families and a school holiday program.

www.manpac.com.au Ormsby Terrace, Mandurah

6. Reading Cinemas Reading Cinemas

Children under 5 get in for free at the ‘spit the dummy’ session on Wednesday mornings. Lights are dimmed to allow for feeding.

www.readingcinemas.com.au 7 James Service Place, Mandurah

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“Family feels like spending time together and sharing laughter”

- Brandon Hill, Lakelands

177. Mandurah Disc Golf Park

Free family activity for all ages and abilities. Bring your own Frisbee or hire one for free from the Mandurah Visitors Centre.

Hall Park, Mandurah

8. King Carnival 9581 3735

Rides, attractions, arcades and adventure golf.

www.kingcarnival.com Leighton Place, Mandurah

9. Peel Zoo 9531 4322

A family friendly, hands-on zoo and wildlife sanctuary. Bring your own lunch and use the free BBQ and picnic areas.

www.peelzoo.com.au Sanctuary Park Road, Pinjarra

. Amaze Miniature Park 9595 1299

www.amazeminiaturepark.com.au 24 Husband Road, Barragup

1 DARE Outdoor Adventure Camp 9531 4322

Range of outdoor adventures; abseiling, rock climbing, archery, paintball and raft building.

www.dareadventures.com.au Vandals Rd, Dwellingup

1 Just 4 Fun Aqua Park 0422 439 008

Summer fun inflatable floating water park suitable for all ages for family fun and birthday parties.(Seasonal, Dec-March)

www.just4funaquapark.com.au Western Foreshore, Mandurah

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City of Mandurah ServicesThe City has a range of fun activities for children and families of all ages.

Mandurah Community Museum 9550 3682

Discover Mandurah’s history. Maps are also available to guide your walk through Mandurah’s settler heritage and Aboriginal cultural sites of significance.

3 Pinjarra Road, Mandurah

Mandurah Libraries 9550 3650

The libraries support children’s language and learning with a range of programs and resources for all ages. • Rhymetime• Storytime• Learning English through Storytime • Homework Hub• Coder Dojo

• Art Classes• Lego Club • FabLab at Falcon eLibrary • Made By Me Teen

Free access to online computers, guest speakers, reading events, books, puzzles and DVDs.

Mandurah Library Falcon eLibrary and Community Centre

331 Pinjarra Road, MandurahCnr Flavia & Cobblers Avenue, Falcon

“I want my children to have fun, learn lots and have good cultural awareness”

- Kristen Morrise, Meadow Springs

19Mandurah Recreation Centres 9535 5966

Mandurah Recreation Centres offer group and individual fitness classes for adults with creche available and a variety of programs for children. The Mandurah Aquatic Centre has state-of-the-art and accessible features including paddling pools, swimming lanes, spa and sauna.

Mandurah Aquatic & Recreation Centre Halls Head Recreation Centre

303 Pinjarra Road, Mandurah 42 Honeysuckle Ramble, Halls Head

Youth Development 9550 3670

A variety of programs activities and events have been designed for young people 11 - 25 years old.Activities range from Minecraft, after school activities, Saturdaze program, boxing, Spotlite Youth Theatre, Young Women’s Program, school holiday activities and more!The Billy Dower Youth Centre provides a range of youth services for counselling, education, support and health.

Billy Dower Youth Centre 41 Dower Street, Mandurah

Storytime at Mandurah Library

Child Friendly CafésThese cafés all have an area where children can play.

See map on page 27 for locations.

1. Tree of Life Café 31 Sholl Street, Mandurah

2. Golden Cloud Spur Steak Ranch 7 Mandurah Tce, Mandurah

3. Decadent C’s Chocolate Factory 25 Husband Rd, Barragup

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Connor and Wyatt at Yo’Good, Mandurah Terrace

“Family means everything to me. It is amazing to watch my children grow. ”

- Gareth Taylor, Falcon

21Community Centres and HallsHall hire

The City of Mandurah has a range of halls for hire on a casual or regular basis. Visit mandurah.wa.gov.au/facilities or call 9550 3601.

Community centres

Mandurah has two great community centres where a range of community and playgroups meet and have a centre coordinator to offer support.

Falcon Family Centre 9534 3010

Services for children and families include playgroups, child health nurse and after school care. Rooms available for hire.

[email protected]

60 Linville Street, Wannanup

Greenfields Family and Community Centre 9535 7165

Space for hire, suitable for families including playgroups, support groups, meetings and children’s events. Greenfields Toy Library operates from here.

manager@greenfieldscommunitycentre.com.auwww.greenfieldscommunitycentre.com.au

2 Waldron Boulevard, Greenfields

For a list of halls to hire go to www.mandurah.wa.gov.au/facilities.

Keeping kids active and involved in activities they enjoy is so important for their wellbeing. Here is a list of some of the clubs in Mandurah.

List your club or group on the City of Mandurah Community Finder www.mandurah.wa.gov.au/communityfinder.

For more information on subsidies for kids sports visit the KidSport website at www.dsr.wa.gov.au

- look for this club on facebook - look for this club’s website

Athletics

Peel District Little Athletics

South Mandurah Little Athletics

Creative Groups

Adapt Performance Training

Stray Cats Theatre Company

AIM Dance Company

Catch Music

DanceZone WA

DTX Dance Studio

Kids Clubs

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Metro Modelling

Wicked Dance Works

Kristy Rose Academy of Dance

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Mandurah Junior Cricket Club

Peel Junior Cricket Association

Cycling

Peel District Mountain Bike Club

Peel District Cycling Club

Mandurah BMX Club

Gymnastics

Peel Dynamic Gym Sports

Mandurah Calisthenics Club

Football

Halls Head Football Club

Mandurah Mustangs Junior Football Club

North Mandurah Junior Football Club

South Mandurah Junior Football Club

Peel Thunder

Peel Thunderbirds

Other Sport and Recreation Clubs

Falcon Scout Group

First Mandurah Scout Group

Fishability Mandurah

Girl Guides Mandurah District

Mandurah Basketball Association

Mandurah Boardriders Club

Mandurah Bodyboard Club

Mandurah Dragon Boat Club

Mandurah Netball Association

Mandurah Hockey Club

Mandurah Triathalon Club

Mandurah Volleyball Association

Peel Diamond Sport Association (baseball)

Peel Hockey Club

TS Mandurah Navy Cadets

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Peel Junior Soccer Association

Mandurah City Soccer

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Peel Aquatic Club

Manta Rays Swim Team

Mandurah Swimming Club

Mandurah Surf life Saving Club

Port Bouvard Surf Life Saving Club

Martial Arts

Rhee Taekwondo

XL Martial Arts

Kofukan Karate Australia

Moorey’s Martial Arts

Rugby

Mandurah Pirates Rugby Union Club

Mandurah Storm Rugby League Club

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Child Friendly Cafés

Parks and Playgrounds

Beaches

Entertainment

Give your kids the opportunity to make new friends, learn new skills and have adventures over the school holidays.

School Holiday Programs

Mandurah Libraries

Suitable for ages 5-15 9550 3650

Designed for various ages, interests and abilities, these free/low cost activities have something new to learn and do each day.

Mandurah Community Museum


Parents and children work together to learn new skills. A varied program from drumming to fishing adventures.

Mandurah and Halls Head Recreation Centres


A range of activities over the holidays: swimming lessons, inflatable pool playground sessions, Roller Disco, sports clinics and more.

Youth DevelopmentSuitable for ages 11-179550 3670

Program may include: fishing, cooking, laser tag, cinemas, sports days, ice skating, rock climbing, Perth Zoo, Bounce, SciTech, Inflatable World, Adventure World.

Mandurah Performing Arts Centre


The Splash! Holiday program has a great range of shows and free interactive activities for children.www.manpac.com.au

Mandurah Forum (Vicinity and Halls Head)Suitable for ages 5-15 9550 5522

Mandurah Forum runs workshops over the school holiday period. www.mandurahforum.com/whats-on

School Holidays

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DIY workshops are run throughout the school term and holidays. They are fun and interactive and allow kids to design and create DIY projects with a range of materials.

www.bunnings.com.au

Child and Parent Centre - Dudley Park 9537 5603

Free holiday programs for families.

James, Elisha, Lloyd (back) Caillen, Emelliya and William (front) on the Eastern Foreshore

“My hope for my children is to grow up in Mandurah with a core group of friends they will have forever”

- Tiffany Hagemann, Mandurah

Vacation CareSchool aged children 5-12 years are able to access Vacation care. There are a range of providers of vacation care in Mandurah:

Some child care centres also offer vacation care. Check with your local centre to see what they offer.

Halls Head Recreation Centre 9550 3950

Adventure Zone Vacation Care 0410 537 127

A1 Fun OSH 9534 7233

4 Big Kids 0411 589 349

FUN-A-RAMA 0475 761 047

Waratah All Year Care 0414 535 685

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Support for Parents

Anglicare WA Family Relationships Centre 9583 1400

Supporting parents and children through separation and family counselling.

[email protected] Shop 1a, 11-15 Pinjarra Road, Mandurah

Carers WA 1800 242 636

Provide information, events, support and counselling for carers of any age who care for people who have a disability, mental or chronic illness.

[email protected] www.carerswa.asn.au 182 Lord Street, Perth

Child Parent Centre - Dudley Park 9537 5603

The centre offers support for babies, young children and their parents with health, education and parenting services.childandparentcentres.wa.edu.au/ Dudley-Park Kooljack Street, Dudley Park

Clan WA 9477 0400

Provides a range of workshops for families encouraging healthy relationships, effective parenting and mental health and wellbeing.

[email protected] www.clanwa.com.au 165 Wright Street, Kewdale

FIFO Support WA 0487 332 607

Supporting and providing social networks, resources and support for families who are FIFO and DIDO.

[email protected]

Wellbeing for Parents

Helping Minds 9535 5844

Support for families and carers in situations where a family member or a friend is experiencing mental health difficulties.

www.helpingminds.org.au Lotteries House 7 Anzac Place, Mandurah

Mums of Mandurah 0411 160 158

A not-for-profit organisation and support network for mums in the Mandurah region. Offers support, information and inspiration. Provides information on local activities and events for local families.

Parenting Connection WA 9581 0595

Community Development, support, education services and programs for parents of children 0 - 18 years old, in the Peel Region.

[email protected]

Peel Youth Services 9581 3365

A relaxed space for young pregnant women as well as young parents under 25 to get support and information. Transport and crèche provided.

[email protected] Lot 41 Lakes Road, Mandurah

Relationships Australia 6164 0570

Family relationship counselling and education, pre-marriage, guidance for couples, personal growth, and parenting.

mandurah.education@relationshipswa.org.auwww.relationshipswa.org.au

Lotteries House 7 Anzac Place, Mandurah

The Parents Place 1300 749 869

Tuesday: 9.30 - 11.30am Drop in clinic to access Child Health Nurse or parenting support.Thursday: Nurse or parenting support.No appointment needed.

63 Ormsby Terrace, Mandurah

“Family feels like a sense of belonging and the pride in the responsibility of fatherhood”

- Joel King, Madora Bay

33The Compassionate Friends of Mandurah 9535 7761

A voluntary service by bereaved parents, siblings and grandparents, supporting families after a child dies.

[email protected] www.tcfmandurah.com.au

Lotteries House, 7 Anzac Place, Mandurah

South Metro TAFE 9586 7432

A range of courses for parents to upgrade their skills to return to study or for personal development.

[email protected] Education Drive, Mandurah

WA Mums Cottage 9595 1670

Drop in centre for women and children facing challenges such as poverty, mental health and family domestic violence.

[email protected] www.wamumscottage.org.au

Wanslea 9245 2441

Support for stressed families, grandparents raising their grandchildren and foster carers.

www.wanslea.asn.au 26A Anstruther Road, Mandurah

Dads Groups

Child and Parent Centre - Dudley Park 9537 5603

Dad’s Playgroup every Saturday during school term. Please ring or email for further details.

[email protected] Child and Parent CentreKooljack Street, Dudley Park

Relationships Australia 4Dads group 6164 0600

Drop-in evening group. Free BBQ and chat with other dads. 1-on-1 sessions with male counsellors available.

[email protected] 21 George Street, Mandurah

Mandurah Men’s Shed 9535 1370

Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday 8.00am - 12.00pm.

John Tonkin Senior College

Aboriginal Families Support

Nidjalla Waangan Mia 9586 4580

Aboriginal health and well-being centre providing nursing, diabetes education, maternity support and outreach.

112 Lakes Road, Mandurah

Winjan Aboriginal Corporation 6164 0600

Cultural activities and events for the Aboriginal community and venue for hire.

[email protected] 19 Alderly Place, Coodanup

35Migrant Families Support

South Metro TAFE 9586 7442

Two streams for learning English:• Adult Migrant English Program (AMEP) available to eligible migrants• Certificate courses in English as an Additional Language (EAL)

www.southmetrotafe.wa.edu.au/courses

Fremantle Multicultural Centre 9336 8282

Settlement support for newly arrived refugees and humanitarian entrants. Mental health access service for people from diverse cultural backgrounds.

www.fmcwa.com.au

Mandurah Migrant Support Group 9581 1980

Conversational English language classes one morning per week and support for job seeking.


Waratah Community Church 0415 904 684

Free conversational English classes on Thursday mornings.

748 Old Coast Road, Wannanup

“I want my children to have a good education to help them fulfil their potential and better our local community.”

- Terina Tinson, Greenfields

Online Parenting Information

Fathering Project www.thefatheringproject.org

Great ideas for inspiring fathers and father figures to engage positively with kids.

City of Mandurah Community Finder www.mandurah.wa.gov.au

Online community groups database eg. dance, karate, playgroups. Located under the Find It tab.

Australian Breastfeeding Association www.breastfeeding.asn.au

Breastfeeding information and support.

Kids Matter www.kidsmatter.edu.au

Ideas and support to help grow happy kids.

Natureplay www.natureplaywa.org.au

Ideas and resources to encourage kids to play outdoors.

Ngala www.ngala.com.au

Support around sleep, breastfeeding and nutrition, play and development, behaviour and toileting.

Raising Children Network www.raisingchildren.net.au

Easy to access information for parenting newborns to teens.

Talking with Kids www.childrennow.org

Practical tips to help you talk easily and openly with young children aged 8 - 12 about tough topics.

37The Bub Hub www.bubhub.com.au

Pregnancy advice, baby info, parenting tips and links to services.

Zero to Three www.zerotothree.org

Information on child safety, trauma and child development.

Brayden, Beau, Trinity, Austin and Lincoln at Keith Holmes Reserve

Wellbeing for Children

Child Health CentresChild Heath Nurses assess children’s health and development (0-4yrs), provide information about parenting, maternal and family health and will immunise your children for free.

To book an appointment with your Child Health Nurse call 1300 749 869. For immunisation at Lakes Road call 9586 4401.

Dudley Park Child Health Centre 9534 5491

Monday - Friday 9.30am - 4.30pm by appointment. Drop In Thursday 9 - 10.30am

Child Parent Centre Kooljack St, Dudley Park

Falcon Child Health Centre 9534 3010

Monday - Friday 8.30am - 4.30pm by appointment. Drop In Tuesday 9.30am - 11am

Falcon Family Centre60 Linville Street, Falcon

Lakelands Child Health Clinic 9586 4401

Monday - Friday 8.30 - 4.30 by appointment. Drop In Thursday 9am - 10.30am

Lakelands Community HouseCnr Dalona Parkway and

Jasper Way, Lakelands

Mandurah Community Health and Development Centre 9586 4401

Monday - Friday 8.30am - 3.30pm by appointment. Community Health 112 Lakes Road, Mandurah

Mandurah Coastal Child Health Centre 9535 9997

Monday - Friday 9.00am - 3.00pm by appointment.Drop In Tuesday 9am - 10.30am

The Parents Place 63 Ormsby Terrace,

Mandurah

39General Health Services

Dial a Doctor 1300 030 030

After hours GP home visiting service covering Mandurah area. Free to Medicare and Veteran Affairs cards holders.

www.dial-a-doctor.com.au

Disability Services Commission WA 6167 7888

Provides services, support and referrals to people with disabilities, their families and carers.

www.disability.wa.gov.au Unit 2/13 Gordon Rd, Mandurah

The Hub 9557 5942

A private service providing a wide range of child development services.

www.thehubwa.com.au 1/94 Mandurah Terrace, Mandurah

Peel Child Development Service 1300 551 827 or 9586 4401

Provide a range of free assessment and early intervention services for children with, or at risk of, developmental disorder or delay.

www.pmh.health.wa.gov.au/services 112 Lakes Road, Mandurah

Peel Health Campus 9531 8000

Offers maternal and postnatal care and has a children’s ward.

www.peelhealthcampus.com.au 110 Lakes Road, Mandurah

Peel Youth Medical Service 9583 5435

Confidential health and counselling services for 12 - 25 year olds.

41 Dower St, Mandurah

Counselling for Kids

360 Health and Community

Provide up to 12 sessions with a psychologist with experience and qualifications in child mental health. GP referral required. Free for concession card holders.

[email protected] www.360.org.au

88 Anstruther Road, Mandurah

4Families 6164 0600

Free in-house and outreach counsellling and family support service for children.

4families.mandurah@relationshipswa.org.auwww.relationshipswa.org.au


Allambee Counselling 9535 8263

Provide free counselling for ages 4 - 70+ for victims of sexual assault, rape, abuse and domestic violence.

www.allambee.org.au Lotteries House, 7 Anzac Place, Mandurah

Anglicare Child and Family Counselling 9263 2087

Provide free counselling for ages 4 - 70+ for victims of sexual assault, rape, abuse and domestic violence.

[email protected] Child & Parent Centre Kooljack Street, Dudley Park

41Kid Psychology Australia 9582 8795

Qualified psychologists offer a range of strategies to best suit children’s needs.

www.kidpsychologyaustralia.com.au 94 Anstruther Road, Mandurah

Peel Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services 9531 8080

Assessment, treatment, health programs and support for children from five years of age and for young people and their families.

www.cahs.health.wa.gov.au 110 Lakes Road, Mandurah

Aieesha Collard at My Park Grooves, Duverney Reserve

PlaygroupsPlaygroups are a good way to make friends and a network for your children. Playing together also supports children’s development. Local playgroups include:

Child and Parent Centre - Dudley Park Playgroup [email protected]

Child and Parent Centre - Dudley Park Dads Playgroup [email protected]

Dawesville Playgroup [email protected]

Falcon Playgroup [email protected]

FIFO Playgroup [email protected]

Mandurah Japanese Playgroup [email protected]

Lakelands Playgroup [email protected]

Little Kwilana Playgroup [email protected]

Little Legends Supported Playgroup [email protected]

Mandurah Community Playgroup [email protected]

Mandurah Nature Playgroup [email protected]

Find more information about playgroups at www.playgroupwa.com.au.

“I want my children to grow up happy, healthy and learning through play.”

- Nicole Jackson, Mandurah

43Family Day CareFamily day carers are experienced, registered educators who provide education and care for other people’s children in their own homes. The following family day care services operate in Mandurah.

Bright Futures Family Day Care

9236 [email protected]

www.brightfuturesfamilydaycare.com.au

Wanslea Family Daycare Scheme

1300 588 618 [email protected] www.wanslea.asn.au

YMCA Family Daycare Scheme

9752 [email protected]

www.children.ymcawa.org.au

ChildcareThere are many education and care services in Mandurah that provide all day or part time care for children 0-6 years. Some centres also provide before and after school care for primary school aged children and offer vacation care during the school holidays.

Find a service near you and get information about financial assistance at www.mychild.gov.au.

SchoolsWestern Australia has specific guidelines to work out what age your child should start going to school.To find schools in your area - www.myschool.edu.au.

Search for the ‘school age calculator’ on www.education.wa.edu.au

Index

Symbols1800RESPECT 50360 Health and Community 40

AAboriginal Family Support 34 Access & Inclusion 6Amaze Miniature Park 17 Allambee Counselling 40Anglicare Child and Family Counselling 40 Anglicare WA Family Relationships Centre 31 Australia Day 14 Australian Breastfeeding Association 36

BBeaches 8-9 BMX Track 11

CCafés 20 Carers WA 31 Centrelink 48 Crab Fest 14 Childcare 43Child Health Centres 38 Child Parent Centre - Dudley Park 31, 34, 38Chipmunks 16City of Mandurah Community Finder 36 Clan WA 31 Community Centre’s 21 Community Christmas Pageant and Celebrations 14 Community Health and Development Centre 38Compassionate Friends of Mandurah 32Community New Years Eve Celebrations 14Counselling for Kids 40Crisis Care WA 50

DDads Group 34 DARE Outdoor Adventure Camp 17 Dial-a-Doctor 39Disability Services Commission 39

EEntertainment 16-17 Events 14

45FFalcon Child Health Centre 38 Falcon Family Centre 21Family Day Care 43 Family Helpline 50Fathering Project 36Fifo Support WA 31Finucare 48Fremantle Multicultural Centre 35Fun Fact’ry 16

GGeneral Health Services 39 Greenfields Family and Community Centre 21

HHalls Head Recreation Centre 19,28 Health Direct 50 Helping Minds 32

IInflatable World Mandurah 16

KKid Psychology Australia 40 Kids Club 22-25 Kids Helpline 50 Kids Matter 36King Carnival 17

LLakelands Child Health Clinic 38Libraries 18,28 Lifeline 50

MMandjar Markets 12 Mandurah Boardwalk Markets 12 Mandurah Children’s Festival 14 Mandurah Coastal Child Health Centre 38 Mandurah Disc Golf Park 17 Mandurah Indoor Rock Climbing Centre 16 Mandurah Men’s Shed 34Mandurah Performing Arts Centre 16,28Mandurah Recreation Centre 19, 28 Map 26-27 Markets 12 Mental Health Emergency Response Line 50Meth Helpline 50 Migrant Family Support 35 Migrant Support Group 35Mums of Mandurah 32 Museum 18 My Park Grooves 14

NNAIDOC 14 Natureplay 36Ngala 36 Ngala Helpline 50Nidjalla Waangan Mia 34

OOnline Parenting Information 36-37 Outdoor Adventure Guide 6-11

PPat Thomas House 48Parenting Connection 32Parent Support 31-33 Parks 7 Peel Child Adolescent Mental Health Services 41Peel Child Development Service 39 Peel Community Kitchen 48 Peel Farmer’s Market 12 Peel Health Campus 39 Peel Zoo 17 Peel Youth Medical Service 40Playgrounds 7 Playgroups 42

RRaising Children Network 36 Recreation Centres 19 Reading Cinema 16 Relationships Australia 32,34,41

SSacred Earth Sanctuary Sunday Markets 12Salvation Army 48School Holiday Programs 28 Schools 43 Skate Parks 11 Smart St Mall Saturday Markets 12 South Metro TAFE 33,35Sporting Clubs 22-25 Stretch Arts Festival Mandurah 14 St Vincent de Paul 48 Sundowners Series 14

TTalking with Kids 36 The Bub Hub 37 The Hub 39The Parents Place 32 Trails 11

UUniting Outreach Mandurah 48 VVacation Care 30

47WWalks 11 Wanslea 33 Wanslea Peel Family Daycare Scheme 43Waratah Community Church 35 WA Mums Cottage 33WestAus Crisis & Welfare Services 49 Winjan Aboriginal Corporation 34

YYouth Development 19, 28Youth Week 14

ZZero to Three 37

Centrelink 136 150 (Families)

Payments and benefits in times of hardship.

24 - 26 Tuckey Street, Mandurah

Finucare 9581 1281

Free financial education, information, advocacy and support.

2 Tuart Avenue, Mandurah

Mandurah Salvation Army 9535 4951

Emergency food clothing and furniture. Mon, Tue, Fri, 9 – 12pm

45 Lakes Road, Coodanup

Pat Thomas House 9535 4775

Refuge accommodation and support for women escaping violence.

Peel Community Kitchen 0420 293 538

Low cost meals and information. Mon to Fri, 9.30 – 1pm

Sutton Street Hall cnr Sutton & Gibson Street, Mandurah

St Vincent de Paul 9535 9035

Food, clothing and furniture in emergencies. Mon – Fri, 10 – 1pm

23 Davey Street, Mandurah

Uniting Outreach Mandurah 9581 1743

Practical and emotional support. Tues – Thurs, 10 – 2pm


Crisis Support

49WestAus Crisis & Welfare Services 9582 9920

Support with financial assistance and homelessness prevention. Call to make an appointment.


Ruthy, Holly, Flynne and Bonnie on the Foreshore, Dudley Park

Most Helplines are available 24 hours a day 7 days per week.

1800RESPECT 1800 737 732

National sexual assault, family & domestic violence service.

Alcohol and Drug Information Service (ADIS) WA 1800 198 024

Provides counselling, advice and support.

Crisis Care WA 1800 199 008

Phone counselling, advice, and assistance.

Family Helpline 1800 643 000

Counselling and information for families with relationship difficulties.

Health Direct 1800 022 222

Physical health support and advice from a registered nurse.

Kids Helpline 1800 55 1800

Free 24 hour counselling service for young people aged 5 - 25 years.

Lifeline 13 11 14

Crisis support and suicide prevention service for all.

Mental Health Emergency Response Line 1800 676 822

Immediate support in a mental health crisis.

Meth Helpline 1800 874 878

Free counselling, support and information.

Ngala Helpline 1800 111 546

Phone support 8am - 8pm for parenting concerns for children aged 0 - 18 years.

Helplines

51Acknowledgements

Thanks go to all the families who submitted photos and their quotes about the meaning of ‘family’. Thank you to the parents who gave their valuable insights and made great suggestions for improvement, many of which we have included in this second edition.

We would also like to acknowledge the service providers who provided information and support with special thanks to Clan WA, Dudley Park Child Parent Centre and Wanslea.

We welcome feedback

We want the guide to be valuable to you and encourage you to submit your suggestions for improvement. Please email [email protected] or call 9550 3777 and ask for a Community Development Officer.

Disclaimer: Copyright City of Mandurah(2017) Every effort has been made to ensure that details in this publication are correct at time of printing. The City of Mandurah accepts no responsibility for any inaccuracy, whether by inclusion or omission, subsequent change or withdrawal of details or services shown that are subject to alteration without notice.

To give feedback about the Mandurah Families Guide please email [email protected]

The Mandurah Families Guide is also available online at

mandurah.wa.gov.au/families

City of MandurahPO Box 210, Mandurah WA 6210

www.mandurah.wa.gov.au

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