***Please note updated venue *** Multiple Births Awareness Week 2023 | Equality for Multiple Birth Families With thanks to the City of Yarra, NIMBA will celebrate MBAW with a family fun day, including: Morning Tea Facepainting Sports 4 Kinders sport sessions Music with Razz Easter Egg Hunt BYO picnic blankets, sunscreen, hats, drinks, etc. Why not hang around for a playground play afterwards? Please note that photos may be taken at NIMBA events for the purpose of celebrating our community and recording our history. Photos may be published on social media or provided to our grant partners for promotional purposes. If you do not wish to be photographed, please make it known to a NIMBA Committee Member (wearing a black NIMBA t-shirt on the day)

Hi all, Just a reminder of the NIMBA End of Year party this Sunday 27th November. We're planning lots of fun activities including: Magic Show Petting Zoo, Craft Corner  PLUS a special guest appearance by Mrs Claus! There'll also be a coffee cart, and morning tea will be provided.  Note that this event will be predominantly held outdoors - so far no rain is forecast for Sunday (crossing fingers and toes!) but please come prepared. Other details: Remember, as per our Covid Safe Plan, attendees must socially distance and where this is not possible, wear a mask. Attendees should not attend if they display any COVID symptoms or have been in contact with a suspected or confirmed COVID case in the last 14 days. Please note that photos may be taken at NIMBA events for the purpose of celebrating our community and recording our history. Photos may be published on social media or provided to our grant partners for promotional purposes. If you do not wish to be photographed, please make it known to the event organiser. We look forward to seeing you there!  The NIMBA Committee team

NIMBA member event. All Children must bring their own bikes and helmets. No scooters or skateboards (venue requirement). 2yo+ (older children to be considerate of our younger members who are sharing the track).  Max 30 tickets for the session (1 ticket per child over 2) This Children’s Week activity is presented by Northern and Inner Multiple Birth Association INC (NIMBA) in partnership with the Victorian Government. Please note photos will be taken for sharing with our community and grant providers. If you do not wish to be included, please let one of the Committee members know on the day.

Family Photo Session with Grant from Wunderkind Photography

Family Photo Session with Grant from Wunderkind Photography

With thanks to Forrest Hill grant we are inviting all NIMBA members to a morning of relaxed indoor play and a meet and greet with two Occupational Therapists. We Rock the Spectrum play gym. Free entry for NIMBA members  (we have hired the whole venue!) 9:30am - 11:30am This session is a two fold opportunity for members. For those feeling isolated and find it difficult to manage two babies/toddlers in playgrounds, come along and experience a calm play space with high visibility. Lots of soft surfaces and things to explore in a gentle inviting environment. A perfect winter (or any time) morning play without the stress!   Occupational Therapist: 9:30 - 10:30am Crisalida is a local therapy centre providing dynamic, creative ways to make positive changes. Crisalida offers psychology, occupational therapy, speech pathology, psychodrama, art therapy and family therapy. The principal Occupational Therapist and a second team member will be there to talk us through what they do and introduce us to their practice. It will be a relaxed informal session where the therapists will move around the space connecting with and chatting with families. Any questions, queries and curiosities can be explored in real time while your little ones play and explore the centre.

With thanks to Darebin City Council, Bundoora Park Farm will run the 'Down on the Farm' education program for NIMBA members (4+) and parents / carers during the April School Holidays. Activities include: Guided farm tour A ride through the wildlife reserve Learning about animals, such as emus and kangaroos Hands-on garden learning including exploration, planting and digging Meet at the Cafe / entry to Bundoora Park Farm at 10. If you get lost, please call Erika on 0405 228 261. We will then be directed to the 'classroom' to commence our program at 10.15, which will run for 2 hours.  Have lunch afterwards around the Farm or in the Farm playground (bring your own lunch or grab something in the cafe). This is a free ticketed event, due to maximum group size. This program requires a parent or carer to remain with their children for the length of the session. Your free ticket includes entry to the Farm. Remember, as per our Covid Safe Plan, attendees must socially distance and where this is not possible, wear a mask. Attendees should not attend if they display any COVID symptoms or have been in contact with a suspected or confirmed COVID case in the last 14 days. Please note that photos may be taken at NIMBA events for the purpose of celebrating our community and recording our history. Photos may be published on social media or provided to our grant partners for promotional purposes. If you do not wish to be photographed, please make it known to myself. 

We're planning lots of fun activities including an Interactive Wildlife show, face painting, and of course an Easter Egg hunt.  Coffee & hot cross buns will be provided.  For catering purposes, this is a (free) ticketed event.  Babies under 12 months do not require a ticket.   Note that this event will be predominantly held outdoors. Please remember daylight savings changes this weekend. Remember, as per our Covid Safe Plan, attendees must socially distance and where this is not possible, wear a mask. Attendees should not attend if they display any COVID symptoms or have been in contact with a suspected or confirmed COVID case in the last 14 days. Please note that photos may be taken at NIMBA events for the purpose of celebrating our community and recording our history. Photos may be published on social media or provided to our grant partners for promotional purposes. If you do not wish to be photographed, please make it known to the event organiser.

Why not celebrate Mother's Day with an Escape to Pentridge? We will be seeing June Again at the Palace Pentridge Cinema on Thursday 13th May.  The movie will commence around 7:00 / 7:30 (subject to scheduling).   Tickets are $10, and includes the movie and a drink - please arrive early for a drink and a chat.  NIMBA members only Trailer: https://youtu.be/FXn0ryXxfak Parking is free for up to 3hrs or for entry after 6pm. Parking & getting there information:  https://www.palacecinemas.com.au/cinemas/pentridge-cinema/