TROUT FISHING AT YARRAMBAT LAKE

Around 35,000 rainbow trout have recently been released across Victorian lakes, giving families a fun, affordable school holiday activity – and a boost for local communities – thanks to the State Government.

This includes 1000 rainbow trout in Yarrambat Lake, Yarrambat. 

JUNIOR RANGERS HOLIDAY PROGRAM

Junior Rangers activities are led by a Parks Victoria Ranger to encourage families to explore parks and create lifelong connections with nature.

All families are welcome. Junior Rangers activities are free to participate in and are designed for primary school aged children. Activities take place in parks across Victoria during the school holidays. 

Find out what's on: Junior Rangers program​  · ParkConnect

FREE DINO DAY OUT FOR KIDS

From dino discos and dress-ups to story times and sensory soft play, it’s a dinosaur day out at Melbourne Museum.

Every Wednesday - 10am to 2pm - Main Foyer, Ground Floor

Dino Days - Melbourne Museum

FREE SHADOW PUPPET SHOW IN WALLAN

Wayang Kancil (Animal Shadow Puppetry) is theatrical shadow play presented through the animal character personification, based on the Indonesian Kancil story.

It teaches children lessons about morals and values, including the need to preserve nature and animals.

For ages 5+

Sumadi Tour 2025-Wayang Kancil- Animal Shadow Puppertry Play | Mitchell Shire Council

TERM 3: FREE ENTRY TO THE FOOTY FOR KIDS

Victorian kids aged 14 and under can enjoy the 2025 AFL Premiership Season for free in Round 21 thanks to the Victorian Government.

Western Bulldogs vs GWS Giants – Thursday 31 July – Marvel Stadium

Melbourne vs West Coast – Saturday 2 August – Marvel Stadium

Collingwood vs Brisbane Lions – Saturday 2 August – MCG

St Kilda vs North Melbourne – Sunday 3 August – Marvel Stadium

Geelong Cats vs Port Adelaide – Sunday 3 August – GMHBA Stadium.

For more information, visit Kids Go Free on the AFL website.