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                    Welcoming new families to Melbourne

                    Crowds of people walking. There are city buildings in the distance.
                    Our 'Welcoming New Families to Melbourne' program is a great way for families who are new to living in the municipality to connect with the local community and discover and access the many free services available for families.

                    ​​​​​The face-to-face program is back and we look forward to welcoming your family. ​

                    Are you and your family new to living in the City of Melbourne?

                    Do you have a child aged 0-6 years? Would you like to learn more about many free services available to you and your family, connect with other families who are also new to Melbourne and get to know the local community?

                    Come along to our information / playgroup sessions each week for six weeks. These sessions will help you access valuable services for you and your family. All sessions are free and parents / carers / families are welcome to bring their children.

                    You will find out how to:

                    • join and best utilise the library in your area
                    • access childcare and kindergarten programs
                    • learn about your Park Rangers and Neighbourhood Partners
                    • join and run a playgroup
                    • enrol with your local maternal and child health nurse and keep your child's immunisations up-todate
                    • locate children's activities and programs, plus fun things to do in one of the world's most liveable cities.​

                    Dates and times

                    Thursdays: 2pm to 3.30pm 

                    Term 2:  9 May to 13 June 2024​

                    Venue

                    Community Hub at The Dock (Group Room)

                    912 Collins Street, Docklands

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                    How to get there

                    Community Hub is located at The Dock in Docklands.

                    ​By Tram (from Melbourne City)

                    Route 48 and Route 11 (stop D18).
                    This stop is within the 'Free tram zone' connecting Southern Cross Station and the city.

                    By Train
                    Southern Cross station is approximately 500 meters walk to the Hub.

                    By Car

                    There are a limited number of metered parking spaces in the area, primarily along Bourke and Collins streets. 

                    There is no parking within the immediate vicinity of the Hub.

                    For further information or to make a booking, contact parentingservices@melbourne.vic.gov.au​ 

                    Drop-in attendance is also welcome.


                    Services and resources that may be helpful for families with young children​

                    Tourism

                    Maternal and child health

                    Immunisation

                    Family and parenting services

                    Child care

                    Activities for children

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