MULTIPLAY - RECYCLED FUN We all know that the best toy is often the box so come and enjoy all the fun ways one twin's trash can become another twin's treasure.   We will have Sarah from Baby Sensory running a fabulous sensory incursion for babies 0-12months.  Please comment if you are bringing babies and let me know how many so I can let Sarah know how much equipment to bring.   The big 'junk' painting wall was a huge success last year and it's back bigger and better this year.  A giant collage of fun shapes and textures for the kids to paint and create. Rainbow rice and all the recycled bits and bobs makes for a fun sensory play experience.   Come along and join in the fun!    A few Multiplay details for this week and ongoing: When is it? 10am-12pm scheduled Fridays 09:30am-11:30am scheduled Saturdays Where is it? Eastona Kindergarten: 13 Collins Avenue, Altona North What is it? Multiplay is group for multiples and their siblings. We run sessions with multiple activities to suit a range of ages from babies up. If you think your children would be interested in an activity or free play come along! It’s held on the site of an old kindergarten, with fully enclosed indoor and outdoor play areas and a wide range of toys and play equipment. Multiplay is free of charge for WMBA families, as part of your annual membership. A couple of points: WMBA prioritises the health of our members and follows all venue, government guidelines and Victorian Education guidelines when it comes to any vaccination requirements. We also note down your attendance at playgroup for our records. Please note, I often take photos at Multiplay, if I know it’s for marketing a little wider than this page, I will ask your permission to take the photo / share it publicly, but do appreciate someone having a quick word to me if you would prefer to not have your little ones photographed. If you have any questions or feedback about Multiplay, please reach out!   This project is supported by Hobsons Bay City Council through its Make it Happen Grants program.    

MULTIPLAY - MINI MAESTROS Mini Maestro's are back at Multiplay bringing us a fun music incursion for the young and young at heart.  Think songs, instruments, stories, puppets, dancing and of course the giant rainbow parachute. There will be free play before and after to enjoy as well.   Please let Vanessa know how many kiddos you are bringing and their ages so she can make sure the Mini Maestro's team can bring along plenty of equipment for everyone.   A few Multiplay details for this week and ongoing: When is it? 10am-12pm scheduled Fridays 09:30am-11:30am scheduled Saturdays Where is it? Eastona Kindergarten: 13 Collins Avenue, Altona North What is it? Multiplay is group for multiples and their siblings. We run sessions with multiple activities to suit a range of ages from babies up. If you think your children would be interested in an activity or free play come along! It’s held on the site of an old kindergarten, with fully enclosed indoor and outdoor play areas and a wide range of toys and play equipment. Multiplay is free of charge for WMBA families, as part of your annual membership. A couple of points: WMBA prioritises the health of our members and follows all venue, government guidelines and Victorian Education guidelines when it comes to any vaccination requirements. We also note down your attendance at playgroup for our records. Please note, I often take photos at Multiplay, if I know it’s for marketing a little wider than this page, I will ask your permission to take the photo / share it publicly, but do appreciate someone having a quick word to me if you would prefer to not have your little ones photographed. If you have any questions or feedback about Multiplay, please reach out!   This project is supported by Hobsons Bay City Council through its Make it Happen Grants program.    

GOOD FRIDAY MULTIPLAY     It's our annual Good Friday Multiplay!  All the favourites will be back and some new activities to shake things up: - Easter Egg Hunt - Easter basket making - Hot cross buns - Easter Storytime - Bunny obstacle course - Easter themed craft and sensory play   Come along and join us for WMBA start to your Easter celebrations that is fun for the whole family! Please RSVP as we don't want anyone to miss out on chocolate or hot cross buns   Pay it forward opportunity There will be a dedicated space for you leave kids/baby items which you no longer need or use - pay it forward to another WMBA family!   - Please bring any items you want to offer to other families in a box (labelled with your family name) and place it in the front room. - People can then pick up anything they want and reduce your clutter.  - Please take your box of untaken items when you leave - we have no capacity to dispose of items. - No selling, no swaps - just free stuff!   We will also have a donation tin for the Royal Children's Hospital Good Friday Appeal   A few Multiplay details for this week and ongoing: When is it? 10am-12pm scheduled Fridays 09:30am-11:30am scheduled Saturdays Where is it? Eastona Kindergarten: 13 Collins Avenue, Altona North What is it? Multiplay is group for multiples and their siblings. We run sessions with multiple activities to suit a range of ages from babies up. If you think your children would be interested in an activity or free play come along! It’s held on the site of an old kindergarten, with fully enclosed indoor and outdoor play areas and a wide range of toys and play equipment. Multiplay is free of charge for WMBA families, as part of your annual membership. A couple of points: WMBA prioritises the health of our members and follows all venue, government guidelines and Victorian Education guidelines when it comes to any vaccination requirements. We also note down your attendance at playgroup for our records. Please note, I often take photos at Multiplay, if I know it’s for marketing a little wider than this page, I will ask your permission to take the photo / share it publicly, but do appreciate someone having a quick word to me if you would prefer to not have your little ones photographed. If you have any questions or feedback about Multiplay, please reach out!   This project is supported by Hobsons Bay City Council through its Make it Happen Grants program.

WMBA COMMITTEE MEETING - APRIL   Our monthly Committee Meeting is coming up, and we’d absolutely love for you to join us!   We’re keeping things fun and relaxed by meeting over dinner — and the best part is we’ll be choosing a different place each month so there’s always something new to try! It’s a great chance to enjoy a meal, have a laugh with other parents who get it, and hear about what’s happening in our association.   If you’ve ever thought about getting more involved, sharing ideas, or lending a hand (big or small!), this is the perfect opportunity - or just enjoy some good food and maybe a glass of wine too!   Come along and see what we’re all about!

The South Eastern Multiple Birth Association are sharing access to a webinar they're running on nutrition - Fueling You After Baby(s).   This webinar will be on Tuesday 31 March at 7:30pm, and will cost just $5 to attend.    Hosted by a qualified dietitian and nutritionist, the session will look to dispel food myths, build understanding of gut health and its link to mental health, and provide ideas for busy parents to support their wellbeing.   Questions are encouraged throughout the session, and there will also be a dedicated Q&A session at the conclusion (with spot prizes for the best question/s!)   The South Eastern Multiple Birth Association are sharing access to a webinar they're running on nutrition - Fueling You After Baby(s).   This webinar will be on Tuesday 31 March at 7:30pm, and will cost just $5 to attend.    Hosted by a qualified dietitian and nutritionist, the session will look to dispel food myths, build understanding of gut health and its link to mental health, and provide ideas for busy parents to support their wellbeing.   Questions are encouraged throughout the session, and there will also be a dedicated Q&A session at the conclusion (with spot prizes for the best question/s!)   To register, please follow this link: https://thq.fyi/se/sOonDR8 

MULTIPLAY - BUBBLES AND FOAM   Come along and join us for a bubble themed Multiplay.   Babies can explore sensory textures with bubble wrap and play scarves.  Older kids can enjoy soapy water painting, rainbow bubble foam and making bubble paint prints.   A few Multiplay details for this week and ongoing: When is it? 10am-12pm scheduled Fridays 09:30am-11:30am scheduled Saturdays Where is it? Eastona Kindergarten: 13 Collins Avenue, Altona North What is it? Multiplay is group for multiples and their siblings. We run sessions with multiple activities to suit a range of ages from babies up. If you think your children would be interested in an activity or free play come along! It’s held on the site of an old kindergarten, with fully enclosed indoor and outdoor play areas and a wide range of toys and play equipment. Multiplay is free of charge for WMBA families, as part of your annual membership. A couple of points: WMBA prioritises the health of our members and follows all venue, government guidelines and Victorian Education guidelines when it comes to any vaccination requirements. We also note down your attendance at playgroup for our records. Please note, I often take photos at Multiplay, if I know it’s for marketing a little wider than this page, I will ask your permission to take the photo / share it publicly, but do appreciate someone having a quick word to me if you would prefer to not have your little ones photographed. If you have any questions or feedback about Multiplay, please reach out!   This project is supported by Hobsons Bay City Council through its Make it Happen Grants program.    

MULTIPLE BIRTH AWARENESS WEEK EVENT: WMBA x TWEDDLE About the Event Join the Westgate Multiple Birth Association and Tweddle at their Footscray location for an extended session focused on connection, learning, and play. This collaboration is designed to help you build confidence in your parenting role while strengthening the bond with your little ones. Guided by a Clinical Nurse Consultant and a Play Therapist, you’ll explore baby and toddler cues through music and stories, learn new ways to respond to your child’s needs, and share experiences with other local families in a relaxed, informal setting. It’s a fantastic opportunity to make new friends and discover the wealth of local networks and services—including Tweddle’s Assessment and Intake Team—available to support your parenting journey. Event Details Date: Friday, 20th March Time: 11:00 am – 3:00 pm Location: Tweddle Footscray  - FSU Play Area. 49/71 Adelaide St, Footscray VIC 3011. Education & Support: Featuring insights from Tweddle’s Clinical Nurse Consultant, Play Therapist, and Assessment & Intake Team. Capacity: Strictly limited to 20 attendees (inclusive of parents and babies). Refreshments: Light refreshments will be provided for attendees. 🍎☕ Registration: Secure your free spots via our TidyHQ link. Please register ALL attendees inc partners and children

MULTIPLAY - BABY SENSORY & NATURE EXPLORER   Come along and join us for a nature and garden themed Multiplay.   We will have Sarah from Baby Sensory running a fabulous sensory incursion for babies 0-12months. Please comment if you are bringing babies and let me know how many so I can let Sarah know how much equipment to bring.   For those 1yr+ we will have fun nature and garden themed activities. Plant a seedling to take home, hunt for bugs, play in the autumn sensory tub and experiment with using paint in spray bottles and leaves to make a fun artwork.   Come along and join in the fun! Feel free to wear your favourite dinosaur themed outfit. Some activities involve mess so old clothes are a good idea.   A few Multiplay details for this week and ongoing: When is it? 10am-12pm scheduled Fridays 09:30am-11:30am scheduled Saturdays Where is it? Eastona Kindergarten: 13 Collins Avenue, Altona North What is it? Multiplay is group for multiples and their siblings. We run sessions with multiple activities to suit a range of ages from babies up. If you think your children would be interested in an activity or free play come along! It’s held on the site of an old kindergarten, with fully enclosed indoor and outdoor play areas and a wide range of toys and play equipment. Multiplay is free of charge for WMBA families, as part of your annual membership. A couple of points: WMBA prioritises the health of our members and follows all venue, government guidelines and Victorian Education guidelines when it comes to any vaccination requirements. We also note down your attendance at playgroup for our records. Please note, I often take photos at Multiplay, if I know it’s for marketing a little wider than this page, I will ask your permission to take the photo / share it publicly, but do appreciate someone having a quick word to me if you would prefer to not have your little ones photographed. If you have any questions or feedback about Multiplay, please reach out!   This project is supported by Hobsons Bay City Council through its Make it Happen Grants program.

WMBA COMMITTEE MEETING - MARCH   Our monthly Committee Meeting is coming up, and we’d absolutely love for you to join us!   We’re keeping things fun and relaxed by meeting over dinner — and the best part is we’ll be choosing a different place each month so there’s always something new to try! It’s a great chance to enjoy a meal, have a laugh with other parents who get it, and hear about what’s happening in our association.   If you’ve ever thought about getting more involved, sharing ideas, or lending a hand (big or small!), this is the perfect opportunity - or just enjoy some good food and maybe a glass of wine too!   Come along and see what we’re all about!

MULTIPLAY - DINOSAUR DIG!   A fun dinosaur themed Multiplay with lots of activities from soft toy dinosaur play for babies to sticker art, a sandpit dinosaur dig, dinosaur excavation sensory play and play dough volcanos.   Come along and join in the fun! Feel free to wear your favourite dinosaur themed outfit. Some activities involve mess so old clothes are a good idea.   A few Multiplay details for this week and ongoing: When is it? 10am-12pm scheduled Fridays 09:30am-11:30am scheduled Saturdays Where is it? Eastona Kindergarten: 13 Collins Avenue, Altona North What is it? Multiplay is group for multiples and their siblings. We run sessions with multiple activities to suit a range of ages from babies up. If you think your children would be interested in an activity or free play come along! It’s held on the site of an old kindergarten, with fully enclosed indoor and outdoor play areas and a wide range of toys and play equipment. Multiplay is free of charge for WMBA families, as part of your annual membership. A couple of points: WMBA prioritises the health of our members and follows all venue, government guidelines and Victorian Education guidelines when it comes to any vaccination requirements. We also note down your attendance at playgroup for our records. Please note, I often take photos at Multiplay, if I know it’s for marketing a little wider than this page, I will ask your permission to take the photo / share it publicly, but do appreciate someone having a quick word to me if you would prefer to not have your little ones photographed. If you have any questions or feedback about Multiplay, please reach out!   This project is supported by Hobsons Bay City Council through its Make it Happen Grants program.

This is an informal information session run by the Westgate Multiple Birth Association for new and expectant families of multiples.  Come along and meet other new (or expecting) families of multiples and pick up some handy tips and tricks to help you on the journey.  Bring all your questions and learn about how things REALLY work when there's more than one baby at a time.  Nothing is off limits! We welcome WMBA members and non-members to this event.  This is kid-friendly, so you're welcome to bring your babies and siblings (multiples or non-multiples).  Please feel free to spread the word to any expectant multiple parents you know or meet.  This event will be held at a Kindergarten in Altona North, where we will also be running a Saturday 'Multiplay' event for our members. The exact address will be emailed to you after registration. (Please register for a ticket for everyone 12yrs+ so we can track capacity

Calling all Westgate MBA committee legends - past & present! It's time for a meeting where the only thing on the table is dinner. The 2026 committee have booked Hotel Mexico (previously Commercial Hotel Yarraville) Thursday 19th Feb 7-9pm. We'd love for you to join us. Please RSVP by Sunday 15th Feb so we can confirm numbers.