yan yean reservoir, yan yean
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Just a short drive from Doreen, this hidden gem offers a playground, lookout point, and expansive picnic areas set against a tranquil reservoir backdrop.
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nangak tamboree (formerly la trobe) wildlife sanctuary, bundoora
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Nangak Tamboree Sanctuary consists of 30 hectares of open-range wood and grasslands and is a real hidden treasure. Mamma and her little animal enthusiasts spotted a kangaroo, 3 kookaburras, lots of frogs and several ducks while wandering.
Read Morenaturipe strawberry and fruit picking, bacchus marsh
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Strawberries are the all time fave fruit for most kiddos - they are the little red dynamites of the fruit family so it's no wonder that the idea of strawberry picking fancy free in fields of them is quite popular!
Read Morepaynes orchards, bacchus marsh
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Did someone say FRESH?! Fruit doesn't get any fresher than this.
Read Morecornella canola walk, cornella
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Grab the kids, and even the dog, and follow the yellow canola road! It won’t lead you to the land of Oz but somewhere even better, a cellar door! Shiraz Republic in Cornella has opened their canola fields to visitors and set up a fun self guided tour, with some cool stops along the way.
Read Moremerri creek trail, fitzroy north to coburg
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Fitzroy North to Coburg - Now, thats a walking adventure
Read Morecute and cuddly pony hire, sunbury
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Cute and Cuddly Pony Hire are now solely operating in Sunbury! Come visit on the weekend for a heap of fun and cuteness. Choose your pony, buckle up your helmet and you’re ready to go!
Read Moreblue lake, plenty gorge parklands, plenty
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Here’s a stunning spot for a family walk, picnic or even swim!
Read Morethe nook, sunbury
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Here at Mamma HQ we like to search every nook and cranny for the best bits of the north! We haven’t found the Cranny yet but here is The Nook!
Read Moregrahams dam walk @ lerderderg state park, bacchus marsh
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Mamma says for family fun and adventure in nature, you can't beat this GORGEous spot.
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mansfield botanic park, mansfield
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You'll find this park at the far eastern end of town and is the number one spot for a rest stop and place for a picnic.
Read Moreheide healing gardens, bulleen
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There’s a new Healing Garden situated within the layout of the exisiting Kitchen Garden. Amongst the original paths and eucalyptus trees a new collection of scented plants are in bloom. There’s also a seated area built using leftover limestone from the building of the museum and a peaceful rock formation water feature.
Read Moreheide sculpture gardens, bulleen
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If you're keen to stretch your art and culture legs but not sure your kids are ready for a gallery then Mamma says pack your picnic rug and go exploring in the Sculpture Gardens in the stunning grounds of the Heide Museum of Modern Art.
Read Moreroyal park, parkville
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Royal Park extends from Parkville to Carlton and is home to a plethora of vegetation and wildlife. Linked ponds and wetlands exist among sweeping plains of open grass with views of the city; a native garden; tall gums; sports grounds and gardens. It’s a wonderful area to spend a good portion of the day for a free adventure!
Read Moremonsalvat, eltham
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Walking into the wonderland that is Montsalvat feels a bit like you're walking into an ancient village
Read Morewerribee gorge, bacchus marsh
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There are HEAPS of walks all around the Werribee Gorge State Park in Bacchus Marsh, perhaps the best one for our family is the River Walk. With a picnic area, flowing river, mountains and a decent hike you can cater to abilities, it’s a great day out.
Read Morequeens park swimming pool, moonee ponds
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Queens Park Swimming Pool is a wonderful outdoor pool - complete with kiddie pool, banana lounges and giant gums casting shade over the grass.
Read Morewirrawilla rainforest walk, toolangi
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Wirrawilla Rainforest Walk makes for a peaceful and easy family walk into the Toolangi Forest.
Read Moregumnut trails outdoor adventures in melbourne's north
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Gumnut Trails Adventure Cards are a great, fun way to discover a new place or to explore or uncover new things about a place you have been before.
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