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SUMMARY:International Day of the World’s Indigenous Peoples
DESCRIPTION:This day celebrates Indigenous peoples worldwide and raises awareness about their rights and contributions. \n\n\nIdeas for Learning Experiences: \n\nCompare and contrast the traditions of First Nations Australians with other Indigenous cultures globally.\nCreate a world map displaying Indigenous peoples across continents.\nDiscuss the importance of preserving Indigenous languages and cultures.
URL:https://merriccc.com.au/event/international-day-of-the-worlds-indigenous-peoples/
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250809T080000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250817T170000
DTSTAMP:20250311T054343Z
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UID:1895-1754726400-1755450000@merriccc.com.au
SUMMARY:Science Week
DESCRIPTION:Your State – National Science Week \nFor this year’s National Science Week\, Survive and Thrive brings you an open program across the State of Victoria to engage people of all ages with the world of scientific knowledge\, with a focus on fun and discovery! \nWhether we’re talking about people\, organisations\, or the relationship between humanity and the rest of the natural world\, one thing holds true: we’re stronger together! “Community” extends beyond human collectives to embrace a vast network of amazing\, adaptable lifeforms\, all of us reliant on each other to survive and thrive in our remarkable planet’s dynamic web of life. \nFrom major public institutions to grass roots knowledge networks across Victoria\, the program demonstrates the power of collective action\, from public libraries answering a thirst for deeper understanding with their local communities\, to neighbourhood houses and community groups conducting citizen science and promoting evidence-based sustainability practices. \nLearn how you can use reliable knowledge to help our species\, ecosystems and people to Survive and Thrive into the future. For the full list of Survive and Thrive events happening across Victoria\, visit the Inspiring Australia Victoria website. \nSurvive and Thrive is a series of community-focused events presented in collaboration between Museums Victoria\, Royal Botanical Gardens Victoria\, Zoos Victoria\, Neighbourhood Houses Victoria\, Public Libraries Victoria and the Royal Society of Victoria for National Science Week\, produced by the Inspiring Victoria program.
URL:https://merriccc.com.au/event/science-week-4/
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250812T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250812T130000
DTSTAMP:20250414T000331Z
CREATED:20250414T000331Z
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UID:1969-1754989200-1755003600@merriccc.com.au
SUMMARY:3-Year-Old (Inventors) Bush Kinder
DESCRIPTION:To volunteer\, please go to School Interviews and use code gefuq to book.\nFor each Bush Kinder session there are three Options. You can volunteer for 1\, 2 or 3 Options to suit your availability. \nOption 1\nBook yourself in for the entire Bush Kinder session (arrive at Merri no later than 9.05am\, travel with the group via tram to Strettle Wetlands Reserve and take part in full session. Depart Reserve and return back to Merri via tram by 12:30pm\, and no later than 1pm). \nOption 2\nBook yourself in for the tram ride to the Bush Kinder session site (ONLY) (arrive at Merri no later than 9.05am) travel with the group via tram to Strettle Wetlands Reserve. Feel free to leave the Reserve upon arrival. \nOption 3\nBook yourself in for the tram ride from the Bush Kinder session site (ONLY) (arrive at the Strettle Wetlands Reserve no later 11:50am and travel back to Merri from the Reserve via tram no later than 12:30pm).\nPrior to attending please ensure that you provide Merri with your current Working with Children Check (if you have not already done so).
URL:https://merriccc.com.au/event/3-year-old-inventors-bush-kinder/
LOCATION:Merri Bush Kinder site\, 34-36 Strettle St\, Thornbury\, Victoria\, 3071\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Bush Kinder
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250813T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250813T133000
DTSTAMP:20250325T004155Z
CREATED:20250325T004155Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250325T004155Z
UID:1923-1755075600-1755091800@merriccc.com.au
SUMMARY:4-Year-Old Bush Kinder Term 3
DESCRIPTION:To volunteer\, please go to School Interviews and use code gefuq to book.\nFor each Bush Kinder session there are three Options. You can volunteer for 1\, 2 or 3 Options to suit your availability. \nOption 1\nBook yourself in for the entire Bush Kinder session (arrive at Merri no later than 9.05am\, travel with the group via tram to Strettle Wetlands Reserve and take part in full session. Depart Reserve and return back to Merri via tram by 12:30pm\, and no later than 1pm). \nOption 2\nBook yourself in for the tram ride to the Bush Kinder session site (ONLY) (arrive at Merri no later than 9.05am) travel with the group via tram to Strettle Wetlands Reserve. Feel free to leave the Reserve upon arrival. \nOption 3\nBook yourself in for the tram ride from the Bush Kinder session site (ONLY) (arrive at the Strettle Wetlands Reserve no later 11:50am and travel back to Merri from the Reserve via tram no later than 12:30pm).\nPrior to attending please ensure that you provide Merri with your current Working with Children Check (if you have not already done so).
URL:https://merriccc.com.au/event/4-year-old-bush-kinder-term-3-4/
LOCATION:Merri Bush Kinder site\, 34-36 Strettle St\, Thornbury\, Victoria\, 3071\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Bush Kinder
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250816T080000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250823T170000
DTSTAMP:20250311T054446Z
CREATED:20250311T054446Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250311T054446Z
UID:1897-1755331200-1755968400@merriccc.com.au
SUMMARY:Book Week
DESCRIPTION:2025 Children’s Book Week – The Children’s Book Council of Australia \n\n\n\n\nChildren’s Book Week turns 80 in 2025\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nChildren’s Book Week is The CBCA’s key highlight national event of the year. This year’s celebration will run from Saturday 16 to Saturday 23 August. \nThe 2025 theme is Book an Adventure! \nOur feature artist for the year\, Jess McGeachin\, has brilliantly captured this adventurous spirit in his artwork\, which features a whimsical map filled with imaginary characters. Jess’ illustration invites young readers to embark on fantastical journeys\, inspiring them to travel through the worlds that books open up. As an award-winning Australian picture book illustrator\, Jess’ work encourages children to imagine\, explore\, and create their own adventures. \n2025 is also a milestone year for us as we celebrate 80 years of Children’s Book Week! For 8 decades\, CBCA has been dedicated to inspiring young minds to journey through the countless worlds that books offer. Jess’ imaginative artwork reflects this mission perfectly\, encouraging children to set off on adventures through time\, lands\, and imagination. We look forward to continuing this mission for the next 80 years and beyond!
URL:https://merriccc.com.au/event/book-week-3/
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250819T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250819T130000
DTSTAMP:20250414T000407Z
CREATED:20250414T000407Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250414T000407Z
UID:1971-1755594000-1755608400@merriccc.com.au
SUMMARY:3-Year-Old (Inventors) Bush Kinder
DESCRIPTION:To volunteer\, please go to School Interviews and use code gefuq to book.\nFor each Bush Kinder session there are three Options. You can volunteer for 1\, 2 or 3 Options to suit your availability. \nOption 1\nBook yourself in for the entire Bush Kinder session (arrive at Merri no later than 9.05am\, travel with the group via tram to Strettle Wetlands Reserve and take part in full session. Depart Reserve and return back to Merri via tram by 12:30pm\, and no later than 1pm). \nOption 2\nBook yourself in for the tram ride to the Bush Kinder session site (ONLY) (arrive at Merri no later than 9.05am) travel with the group via tram to Strettle Wetlands Reserve. Feel free to leave the Reserve upon arrival. \nOption 3\nBook yourself in for the tram ride from the Bush Kinder session site (ONLY) (arrive at the Strettle Wetlands Reserve no later 11:50am and travel back to Merri from the Reserve via tram no later than 12:30pm).\nPrior to attending please ensure that you provide Merri with your current Working with Children Check (if you have not already done so).
URL:https://merriccc.com.au/event/3-year-old-inventors-bush-kinder-2/
LOCATION:Merri Bush Kinder site\, 34-36 Strettle St\, Thornbury\, Victoria\, 3071\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Bush Kinder
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250820T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250820T130000
DTSTAMP:20250325T004234Z
CREATED:20250325T004234Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250325T004234Z
UID:1925-1755680400-1755694800@merriccc.com.au
SUMMARY:4-Year-Old Bush Kinder Term 3
DESCRIPTION:To volunteer\, please go to School Interviews and use code gefuq to book.\nFor each Bush Kinder session there are three Options. You can volunteer for 1\, 2 or 3 Options to suit your availability. \nOption 1\nBook yourself in for the entire Bush Kinder session (arrive at Merri no later than 9.05am\, travel with the group via tram to Strettle Wetlands Reserve and take part in full session. Depart Reserve and return back to Merri via tram by 12:30pm\, and no later than 1pm). \nOption 2\nBook yourself in for the tram ride to the Bush Kinder session site (ONLY) (arrive at Merri no later than 9.05am) travel with the group via tram to Strettle Wetlands Reserve. Feel free to leave the Reserve upon arrival. \nOption 3\nBook yourself in for the tram ride from the Bush Kinder session site (ONLY) (arrive at the Strettle Wetlands Reserve no later 11:50am and travel back to Merri from the Reserve via tram no later than 12:30pm).\nPrior to attending please ensure that you provide Merri with your current Working with Children Check (if you have not already done so).
URL:https://merriccc.com.au/event/4-year-old-bush-kinder-term-3-5/
LOCATION:Merri Bush Kinder site\, 34-36 Strettle St\, Thornbury\, Victoria\, 3071\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Bush Kinder
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250826T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250826T130000
DTSTAMP:20250414T000436Z
CREATED:20250414T000436Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250414T000436Z
UID:1973-1756198800-1756213200@merriccc.com.au
SUMMARY:3-Year-Old (Inventors) Bush Kinder Term 3
DESCRIPTION:To volunteer\, please go to School Interviews and use code gefuq to book.\nFor each Bush Kinder session there are three Options. You can volunteer for 1\, 2 or 3 Options to suit your availability. \nOption 1\nBook yourself in for the entire Bush Kinder session (arrive at Merri no later than 9.05am\, travel with the group via tram to Strettle Wetlands Reserve and take part in full session. Depart Reserve and return back to Merri via tram by 12:30pm\, and no later than 1pm). \nOption 2\nBook yourself in for the tram ride to the Bush Kinder session site (ONLY) (arrive at Merri no later than 9.05am) travel with the group via tram to Strettle Wetlands Reserve. Feel free to leave the Reserve upon arrival. \nOption 3\nBook yourself in for the tram ride from the Bush Kinder session site (ONLY) (arrive at the Strettle Wetlands Reserve no later 11:50am and travel back to Merri from the Reserve via tram no later than 12:30pm).\nPrior to attending please ensure that you provide Merri with your current Working with Children Check (if you have not already done so).
URL:https://merriccc.com.au/event/3-year-old-inventors-bush-kinder-term-3-4/
LOCATION:Merri Bush Kinder site\, 34-36 Strettle St\, Thornbury\, Victoria\, 3071\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Bush Kinder
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250827T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250827T130000
DTSTAMP:20250325T004308Z
CREATED:20250325T004308Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250325T004308Z
UID:1927-1756285200-1756299600@merriccc.com.au
SUMMARY:4-Year-Old Bush Kinder Term 3
DESCRIPTION:To volunteer\, please go to School Interviews and use code gefuq to book.\nFor each Bush Kinder session there are three Options. You can volunteer for 1\, 2 or 3 Options to suit your availability. \nOption 1\nBook yourself in for the entire Bush Kinder session (arrive at Merri no later than 9.05am\, travel with the group via tram to Strettle Wetlands Reserve and take part in full session. Depart Reserve and return back to Merri via tram by 12:30pm\, and no later than 1pm). \nOption 2\nBook yourself in for the tram ride to the Bush Kinder session site (ONLY) (arrive at Merri no later than 9.05am) travel with the group via tram to Strettle Wetlands Reserve. Feel free to leave the Reserve upon arrival. \nOption 3\nBook yourself in for the tram ride from the Bush Kinder session site (ONLY) (arrive at the Strettle Wetlands Reserve no later 11:50am and travel back to Merri from the Reserve via tram no later than 12:30pm).\nPrior to attending please ensure that you provide Merri with your current Working with Children Check (if you have not already done so).
URL:https://merriccc.com.au/event/4-year-old-bush-kinder-term-3-6/
LOCATION:Merri Bush Kinder site\, 34-36 Strettle St\, Thornbury\, Victoria\, 3071\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Bush Kinder
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250830T080000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250830T120000
DTSTAMP:20250414T000737Z
CREATED:20250311T054633Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250414T000737Z
UID:1899-1756540800-1756555200@merriccc.com.au
SUMMARY:Working Bee
DESCRIPTION:A task sheet for each of the above dates will be available via the school interviews online booking system https://www.schoolinterviews.com.au/ \, please use the code wex6h to book. \nPlease note that a commitment of 3 hours (i.e.\, the whole duration of the working bee) is required.  The aim of each working bee is to have at least 3 staff members and up to 10 parents present. \nWorking bees are a great way to get involved with the centre and your community.  They also help us keep our maintenance costs down.  The working bee levy will be refunded to all families that attend.  You are more than welcome to attend more than one working bee per calendar year; however\, the working bee levy will only be refunded once. \nFrom time-to-time parents that are unable to attend a working bee may be able to do another job or task that can count towards a working bee. \nPlease see Helen or Kathleen for more details. \nFor obvious safety reasons children are unable to attend working bees. \nWhen taking part in working bees we ask that you always be aware of your own health and safety and the health and safety of others.
URL:https://merriccc.com.au/event/working-bee-9/
LOCATION:Merri\, 313 St Georges Road\,\, Thornbury\, Victoria\, 3072\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Working Bee
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250830T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250830T120000
DTSTAMP:20250325T003254Z
CREATED:20250325T003245Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250325T003254Z
UID:1915-1756544400-1756555200@merriccc.com.au
SUMMARY:Working Bee
DESCRIPTION:A task sheet for each of the above dates will be available via the school interviews online booking system https://www.schoolinterviews.com.au/ \, please use the code wex6h to book. \nPlease note that a commitment of 3 hours (i.e.\, the whole duration of the working bee) is required.  The aim of each working bee is to have at least 3 staff members and up to 10 parents present. \nWorking bees are a great way to get involved with the centre and your community.  They also help us keep our maintenance costs down.  The working bee levy will be refunded to all families that attend.  You are more than welcome to attend more than one working bee per calendar year; however\, the working bee levy will only be refunded once. \nFrom time-to-time parents that are unable to attend a working bee may be able to do another job or task that can count towards a working bee. \nPlease see Helen or Kathleen for more details. \nFor obvious safety reasons children are unable to attend working bees. \nWhen taking part in working bees we ask that you always be aware of your own health and safety and the health and safety of others.
URL:https://merriccc.com.au/event/working-bee-10/
LOCATION:Merri\, 313 St Georges Road\,\, Thornbury\, Victoria\, 3072\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Working Bee
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250902T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250902T130000
DTSTAMP:20250414T000529Z
CREATED:20250414T000529Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250414T000529Z
UID:1975-1756803600-1756818000@merriccc.com.au
SUMMARY:3-Year-Old (Inventors) Bush Kinder Term 3
DESCRIPTION:To volunteer\, please go to School Interviews and use code gefuq to book.\nFor each Bush Kinder session there are three Options. You can volunteer for 1\, 2 or 3 Options to suit your availability. \nOption 1\nBook yourself in for the entire Bush Kinder session (arrive at Merri no later than 9.05am\, travel with the group via tram to Strettle Wetlands Reserve and take part in full session. Depart Reserve and return back to Merri via tram by 12:30pm\, and no later than 1pm). \nOption 2\nBook yourself in for the tram ride to the Bush Kinder session site (ONLY) (arrive at Merri no later than 9.05am) travel with the group via tram to Strettle Wetlands Reserve. Feel free to leave the Reserve upon arrival. \nOption 3\nBook yourself in for the tram ride from the Bush Kinder session site (ONLY) (arrive at the Strettle Wetlands Reserve no later 11:50am and travel back to Merri from the Reserve via tram no later than 12:30pm).\nPrior to attending please ensure that you provide Merri with your current Working with Children Check (if you have not already done so).
URL:https://merriccc.com.au/event/3-year-old-inventors-bush-kinder-term-3-5/
LOCATION:Merri Bush Kinder site\, 34-36 Strettle St\, Thornbury\, Victoria\, 3071\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Bush Kinder
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250903
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250904
DTSTAMP:20250311T054209Z
CREATED:20250311T054121Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250311T054209Z
UID:1893-1756857600-1756943999@merriccc.com.au
SUMMARY:Indigenous Literacy Day
DESCRIPTION:Indigenous Literacy Day shines a spotlight on the importance of literacy in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities. Literacy is more than just the ability to read and write; it is a key to unlocking opportunities\, preserving languages\, and empowering future generations. For Indigenous Australians\, literacy is a bridge that connects the past\, present\, and future\, allowing us to carry forward the knowledge and stories of our ancestors. \n\n\nThe Indigenous Literacy Foundation (ILF) works tirelessly to improve literacy rates in remote communities\, providing culturally relevant books and educational resources that reflect the languages and experiences of First Nations peoples. By supporting the ILF\, we can help ensure that every child has the opportunity to become a proud voice for their Country. \nLiteracy provides a fundamental step of building context\, comprehension and understanding\, whether it is written\, visual or auditory. For kids who miss that foundational step in their literacy journey\, it has a lifelong impact. \nFor more information the day\, ways to celebrate and resources visit a Blog HERE.
URL:https://merriccc.com.au/event/indigenous-literacy-day/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250903
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250904
DTSTAMP:20250311T054841Z
CREATED:20250311T054822Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250311T054841Z
UID:1901-1756857600-1756943999@merriccc.com.au
SUMMARY:Early Childhood Educators Day
DESCRIPTION:Early Childhood Educators’ Day \nEarly Childhood Educators’ Day recognises and celebrates the work of Australia’s educators in early learning services for the important role they play in supporting children’s wellbeing\, learning and development in the early years. \nIt’s a chance to say thank you to Australia’s early childhood educators on a very personal level by service operators\, families and their children\, as well as collectively at the state and national levels.
URL:https://merriccc.com.au/event/1901/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250903T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250903T130000
DTSTAMP:20250325T004507Z
CREATED:20250325T004507Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250325T004507Z
UID:1929-1756890000-1756904400@merriccc.com.au
SUMMARY:4-Year-Old Bush Kinder Term 3
DESCRIPTION:To volunteer\, please go to School Interviews and use code gefuq to book.\nFor each Bush Kinder session there are three Options. You can volunteer for 1\, 2 or 3 Options to suit your availability. \nOption 1\nBook yourself in for the entire Bush Kinder session (arrive at Merri no later than 9.05am\, travel with the group via tram to Strettle Wetlands Reserve and take part in full session. Depart Reserve and return back to Merri via tram by 12:30pm\, and no later than 1pm). \nOption 2\nBook yourself in for the tram ride to the Bush Kinder session site (ONLY) (arrive at Merri no later than 9.05am) travel with the group via tram to Strettle Wetlands Reserve. Feel free to leave the Reserve upon arrival. \nOption 3\nBook yourself in for the tram ride from the Bush Kinder session site (ONLY) (arrive at the Strettle Wetlands Reserve no later 11:50am and travel back to Merri from the Reserve via tram no later than 12:30pm).\nPrior to attending please ensure that you provide Merri with your current Working with Children Check (if you have not already done so).
URL:https://merriccc.com.au/event/4-year-old-bush-kinder-term-3-7/
LOCATION:Merri Bush Kinder site\, 34-36 Strettle St\, Thornbury\, Victoria\, 3071\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Bush Kinder
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250909T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250909T130000
DTSTAMP:20250414T000609Z
CREATED:20250414T000609Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250414T000609Z
UID:1977-1757408400-1757422800@merriccc.com.au
SUMMARY:3-Year-Old (Inventors) Bush Kinder Term 3
DESCRIPTION:To volunteer\, please go to School Interviews and use code gefuq to book.\nFor each Bush Kinder session there are three Options. You can volunteer for 1\, 2 or 3 Options to suit your availability. \nOption 1\nBook yourself in for the entire Bush Kinder session (arrive at Merri no later than 9.05am\, travel with the group via tram to Strettle Wetlands Reserve and take part in full session. Depart Reserve and return back to Merri via tram by 12:30pm\, and no later than 1pm). \nOption 2\nBook yourself in for the tram ride to the Bush Kinder session site (ONLY) (arrive at Merri no later than 9.05am) travel with the group via tram to Strettle Wetlands Reserve. Feel free to leave the Reserve upon arrival. \nOption 3\nBook yourself in for the tram ride from the Bush Kinder session site (ONLY) (arrive at the Strettle Wetlands Reserve no later 11:50am and travel back to Merri from the Reserve via tram no later than 12:30pm).\nPrior to attending please ensure that you provide Merri with your current Working with Children Check (if you have not already done so).
URL:https://merriccc.com.au/event/3-year-old-inventors-bush-kinder-term-3-6/
LOCATION:Merri Bush Kinder site\, 34-36 Strettle St\, Thornbury\, Victoria\, 3071\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Bush Kinder
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250910T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250910T130000
DTSTAMP:20250325T004613Z
CREATED:20250325T004613Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250325T004613Z
UID:1931-1757494800-1757509200@merriccc.com.au
SUMMARY:4-Year-Old Bush Kinder Term 3
DESCRIPTION:To volunteer\, please go to School Interviews and use code gefuq to book.\nFor each Bush Kinder session there are three Options. You can volunteer for 1\, 2 or 3 Options to suit your availability. \nOption 1\nBook yourself in for the entire Bush Kinder session (arrive at Merri no later than 9.05am\, travel with the group via tram to Strettle Wetlands Reserve and take part in full session. Depart Reserve and return back to Merri via tram by 12:30pm\, and no later than 1pm). \nOption 2\nBook yourself in for the tram ride to the Bush Kinder session site (ONLY) (arrive at Merri no later than 9.05am) travel with the group via tram to Strettle Wetlands Reserve. Feel free to leave the Reserve upon arrival. \nOption 3\nBook yourself in for the tram ride from the Bush Kinder session site (ONLY) (arrive at the Strettle Wetlands Reserve no later 11:50am and travel back to Merri from the Reserve via tram no later than 12:30pm).\nPrior to attending please ensure that you provide Merri with your current Working with Children Check (if you have not already done so).
URL:https://merriccc.com.au/event/4-year-old-bush-kinder-term-3-8/
LOCATION:Merri Bush Kinder site\, 34-36 Strettle St\, Thornbury\, Victoria\, 3071\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Bush Kinder
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250916T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250916T130000
DTSTAMP:20250414T000645Z
CREATED:20250414T000645Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250414T000645Z
UID:1979-1758013200-1758027600@merriccc.com.au
SUMMARY:3-Year-Old (Inventors) Bush Kinder Term 3
DESCRIPTION:To volunteer\, please go to School Interviews and use code gefuq to book.\nFor each Bush Kinder session there are three Options. You can volunteer for 1\, 2 or 3 Options to suit your availability. \nOption 1\nBook yourself in for the entire Bush Kinder session (arrive at Merri no later than 9.05am\, travel with the group via tram to Strettle Wetlands Reserve and take part in full session. Depart Reserve and return back to Merri via tram by 12:30pm\, and no later than 1pm). \nOption 2\nBook yourself in for the tram ride to the Bush Kinder session site (ONLY) (arrive at Merri no later than 9.05am) travel with the group via tram to Strettle Wetlands Reserve. Feel free to leave the Reserve upon arrival. \nOption 3\nBook yourself in for the tram ride from the Bush Kinder session site (ONLY) (arrive at the Strettle Wetlands Reserve no later 11:50am and travel back to Merri from the Reserve via tram no later than 12:30pm).\nPrior to attending please ensure that you provide Merri with your current Working with Children Check (if you have not already done so).
URL:https://merriccc.com.au/event/3-year-old-inventors-bush-kinder-term-3-7/
LOCATION:Merri Bush Kinder site\, 34-36 Strettle St\, Thornbury\, Victoria\, 3071\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Bush Kinder
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250917T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250917T130000
DTSTAMP:20250325T004643Z
CREATED:20250325T004643Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250325T004643Z
UID:1933-1758099600-1758114000@merriccc.com.au
SUMMARY:4-Year-Old Bush Kinder Term 3
DESCRIPTION:To volunteer\, please go to School Interviews and use code gefuq to book.\nFor each Bush Kinder session there are three Options. You can volunteer for 1\, 2 or 3 Options to suit your availability. \nOption 1\nBook yourself in for the entire Bush Kinder session (arrive at Merri no later than 9.05am\, travel with the group via tram to Strettle Wetlands Reserve and take part in full session. Depart Reserve and return back to Merri via tram by 12:30pm\, and no later than 1pm). \nOption 2\nBook yourself in for the tram ride to the Bush Kinder session site (ONLY) (arrive at Merri no later than 9.05am) travel with the group via tram to Strettle Wetlands Reserve. Feel free to leave the Reserve upon arrival. \nOption 3\nBook yourself in for the tram ride from the Bush Kinder session site (ONLY) (arrive at the Strettle Wetlands Reserve no later 11:50am and travel back to Merri from the Reserve via tram no later than 12:30pm).\nPrior to attending please ensure that you provide Merri with your current Working with Children Check (if you have not already done so).
URL:https://merriccc.com.au/event/4-year-old-bush-kinder-term-3-9/
LOCATION:Merri Bush Kinder site\, 34-36 Strettle St\, Thornbury\, Victoria\, 3071\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Bush Kinder
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250922T190000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250922T210000
DTSTAMP:20250311T054917Z
CREATED:20250311T054917Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250311T054917Z
UID:1904-1758567600-1758574800@merriccc.com.au
SUMMARY:Merri AGM
DESCRIPTION:Details to come.
URL:https://merriccc.com.au/event/merri-agm-2/
LOCATION:Merri\, 313 St Georges Road\,\, Thornbury\, Victoria\, 3072\, Australia
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251004
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251011
DTSTAMP:20250325T004934Z
CREATED:20250325T004934Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250325T004934Z
UID:1935-1759536000-1760140799@merriccc.com.au
SUMMARY:World Space Week
DESCRIPTION:What is World Space Week?\nWorld Space Week is an international celebration of science and technology\, and their contribution to the betterment of the human condition. The United Nations General Assembly declared in 1999 that World Space Week will be held each year from October 4-10. These dates commemorate two events: \n\nOctober 4\, 1957: Launch of the first human-made Earth satellite\, Sputnik 1\, thus opening the way for space exploration\nOctober 10\, 1967: The signing of the Treaty on Principles Governing the Activites of States in the Exploration and Peaceful Uses of Outer Space\, including the Moon and Other Celestial Bodies.\n\nWhere and how is World Space Week celebrated?\nWorld Space Week consists of space education and outreach events held by space agencies\, aerospace companies\, schools\, planetaria\, museums\, and astronomy clubs around the world in a common timeframe. These synchronized space events attract greater public and media attention. World Space Week 2023 achieved record scale: \n\nMore than 16\,000 events\nEvents in 83 nations\n\nWorld Space Week is coordinated by the United Nations with the support of the World Space Week Association (WSWA). The WSWA leads a global team of National Coordinators\, who promote the celebration of World Space Week within their own countries. \nWhat are the goals of World Space Week?\n\nProvide unique leverage in space outreach and education\nEducate people around the world about the benefits that they receive from space\nEncourage greater use of space for sustainable economic development\nDemonstrate public support for space programs\nExcite young people about science\, technology\, engineering\, and math\nFoster international cooperation in space outreach and education\n\nAbout | World Space Week
URL:https://merriccc.com.au/event/world-space-week/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20251008T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20251008T130000
DTSTAMP:20250414T000919Z
CREATED:20250414T000919Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250414T000919Z
UID:1981-1759914000-1759928400@merriccc.com.au
SUMMARY:3-Year-Old (Inventors) Bush Kinder Term 4
DESCRIPTION:To volunteer\, please go to School Interviews and use code jjwjn to book. \nFor each Bush Kinder session there are three Options. You can volunteer for 1\, 2 or 3 Options to suit your availability. \nOption 1\nBook yourself in for the entire Bush Kinder session (arrive at Merri no later than 9.05am\, travel with the group via tram to Strettle Wetlands Reserve and take part in full session. Depart Reserve and return back to Merri via tram by 12:30pm\, and no later than 1pm). \nOption 2\nBook yourself in for the tram ride to the Bush Kinder session site (ONLY) (arrive at Merri no later than 9.05am) travel with the group via tram to Strettle Wetlands Reserve. Feel free to leave the Reserve upon arrival. \nOption 3\nBook yourself in for the tram ride from the Bush Kinder session site (ONLY) (arrive at the Strettle Wetlands Reserve no later 11:50am and travel back to Merri from the Reserve via tram no later than 12:30pm).\nPrior to attending please ensure that you provide Merri with your current Working with Children Check (if you have not already done so).
URL:https://merriccc.com.au/event/3-year-old-inventors-bush-kinder-term-4/
LOCATION:Merri Bush Kinder site\, 34-36 Strettle St\, Thornbury\, Victoria\, 3071\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Bush Kinder
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20251009T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20251009T130000
DTSTAMP:20250325T010708Z
CREATED:20250325T010708Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250325T010708Z
UID:1939-1760000400-1760014800@merriccc.com.au
SUMMARY:4-Year-Old Bush Kinder Term 4
DESCRIPTION:To volunteer\, please go to School Interviews and use code jjwjn to book.\nFor each Bush Kinder session there are three Options. You can volunteer for 1\, 2 or 3 Options to suit your availability. \nOption 1\nBook yourself in for the entire Bush Kinder session (arrive at Merri no later than 9.05am\, travel with the group via tram to Strettle Wetlands Reserve and take part in full session. Depart Reserve and return back to Merri via tram by 12:30pm\, and no later than 1pm). \nOption 2\nBook yourself in for the tram ride to the Bush Kinder session site (ONLY) (arrive at Merri no later than 9.05am) travel with the group via tram to Strettle Wetlands Reserve. Feel free to leave the Reserve upon arrival. \nOption 3\nBook yourself in for the tram ride from the Bush Kinder session site (ONLY) (arrive at the Strettle Wetlands Reserve no later 11:50am and travel back to Merri from the Reserve via tram no later than 12:30pm).\nPrior to attending please ensure that you provide Merri with your current Working with Children Check (if you have not already done so).
URL:https://merriccc.com.au/event/4-year-old-bush-kinder-term-4/
LOCATION:Merri Bush Kinder site\, 34-36 Strettle St\, Thornbury\, Victoria\, 3071\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Bush Kinder
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20251015T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20251015T130000
DTSTAMP:20250414T001009Z
CREATED:20250414T001009Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250414T001009Z
UID:1983-1760518800-1760533200@merriccc.com.au
SUMMARY:3-Year-Old (Inventors) Bush Kinder Term 4
DESCRIPTION:To volunteer\, please go to School Interviews and use code jjwjn to book. \nFor each Bush Kinder session there are three Options. You can volunteer for 1\, 2 or 3 Options to suit your availability. \nOption 1\nBook yourself in for the entire Bush Kinder session (arrive at Merri no later than 9.05am\, travel with the group via tram to Strettle Wetlands Reserve and take part in full session. Depart Reserve and return back to Merri via tram by 12:30pm\, and no later than 1pm). \nOption 2\nBook yourself in for the tram ride to the Bush Kinder session site (ONLY) (arrive at Merri no later than 9.05am) travel with the group via tram to Strettle Wetlands Reserve. Feel free to leave the Reserve upon arrival. \nOption 3\nBook yourself in for the tram ride from the Bush Kinder session site (ONLY) (arrive at the Strettle Wetlands Reserve no later 11:50am and travel back to Merri from the Reserve via tram no later than 12:30pm).\nPrior to attending please ensure that you provide Merri with your current Working with Children Check (if you have not already done so).
URL:https://merriccc.com.au/event/3-year-old-inventors-bush-kinder-term-4-2/
LOCATION:Merri Bush Kinder site\, 34-36 Strettle St\, Thornbury\, Victoria\, 3071\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Bush Kinder
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://merriccc.com.au/app/uploads/2019/08/Rose-Amity-Allison.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20251016T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20251016T130000
DTSTAMP:20250325T010743Z
CREATED:20250325T010743Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250325T010743Z
UID:1941-1760605200-1760619600@merriccc.com.au
SUMMARY:4-Year-Old Bush Kinder Term 4
DESCRIPTION:To volunteer\, please go to School Interviews and use code jjwjn to book.\nFor each Bush Kinder session there are three Options. You can volunteer for 1\, 2 or 3 Options to suit your availability. \nOption 1\nBook yourself in for the entire Bush Kinder session (arrive at Merri no later than 9.05am\, travel with the group via tram to Strettle Wetlands Reserve and take part in full session. Depart Reserve and return back to Merri via tram by 12:30pm\, and no later than 1pm). \nOption 2\nBook yourself in for the tram ride to the Bush Kinder session site (ONLY) (arrive at Merri no later than 9.05am) travel with the group via tram to Strettle Wetlands Reserve. Feel free to leave the Reserve upon arrival. \nOption 3\nBook yourself in for the tram ride from the Bush Kinder session site (ONLY) (arrive at the Strettle Wetlands Reserve no later 11:50am and travel back to Merri from the Reserve via tram no later than 12:30pm).\nPrior to attending please ensure that you provide Merri with your current Working with Children Check (if you have not already done so).
URL:https://merriccc.com.au/event/4-year-old-bush-kinder-term-4-2/
LOCATION:Merri Bush Kinder site\, 34-36 Strettle St\, Thornbury\, Victoria\, 3071\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Bush Kinder
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251018
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251027
DTSTAMP:20250311T055559Z
CREATED:20250311T055559Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250311T055559Z
UID:1906-1760745600-1761523199@merriccc.com.au
SUMMARY:Children's Week
DESCRIPTION:The Children’s Week Council of Australia is responsible for encouraging and supporting the widest possible participation of all States and Territories in Children’s Week. Children’s Week is an annual event celebrated in Australia held around the fourth Wednesday in October.  A diverse range of events and activities are organised at National\, State and Local levels. These focus the attention of the wider community on children\, their rights and achievements. Children’s Week celebrates the right of children to enjoy childhood. \nChildren’s Week Council of Australia \nChildren’s Week is a national celebration. It recognises the talents\, skills\, achievements and rights of children. The event takes place in October every year\, with thousands of Victorian children taking part in the festivities. \nVisit this website in early 2025 for the latest Children’s Week updates including the 2025 Children’s Week theme\, the 2025 dates and more information about Children’s Week grants. \nLocal councils\, not-for-profit organisations\, schools and early childhood services organise a variety of events during Children’s Week. These include open days\, displays\, special events\, virtual spaces and online-based activities. The events celebrate childhood and showcase children’s achievements. \nAll Children’s Week events in Victoria are free to families with children aged up to 12 years. This gives Victorian families the opportunity to enjoy fun\, engaging and educational experiences.
URL:https://merriccc.com.au/event/childrens-week/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251020
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251027
DTSTAMP:20250325T005715Z
CREATED:20250325T005715Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250325T005715Z
UID:1937-1760918400-1761523199@merriccc.com.au
SUMMARY:Aussie Bird Count Week
DESCRIPTION:What is the Aussie Bird Count? \n\nThe Aussie Bird Count is an activity for all-ages that involves observing and counting the birds that live near you – whether that’s in your garden\, the local park\, a beach or even your town centre. By telling us about the birds you’ve seen within a 20 minute period\, you will help BirdLife Australia develop an understanding of local birds whilst getting to know the wildlife on your doorstep! \n\nHow do I take part in the Aussie Bird Count? \n\nTo complete the Aussie Bird Count\, spend 20 minutes standing or sitting in one spot and noting down the birds that you see. You will need to count the number of each species you spot within the 20 minute period. For example\, you might see 4 Australian Magpies\, 2 Rainbow Lorikeets and a Sulphur-crested Cockatoo. If you can identify birds by their calls\, please include these in your count\, but if you aren’t sure of a bird without seeing it\, please exclude it rather than making a guess. The Aussie Bird Count app has a handy field guide to help you identify birds.   \nOnce you have completed your count\, you can submit it in two different ways:  \n\nYou can submit your bird count through the online web form (this form won’t be made live until the 8 October) \n\nOR  \n\nYou can submit your counts through the free Aussie Bird Count app. The app is available for iPhones and Android smartphones: go to the Google Play or Apple App Store to download the app for free. If you have the Aussie Bird Count app from previous years don’t delete it – it should update automatically with the newest version. The app operates as a field guide/bird finder between event dates. \n\n\nFAQ – Aussie Bird Count
URL:https://merriccc.com.au/event/aussie-bird-count-week/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20251022T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20251022T130000
DTSTAMP:20250414T001110Z
CREATED:20250414T001110Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250414T001110Z
UID:1985-1761123600-1761138000@merriccc.com.au
SUMMARY:3-Year-Old (Inventors) Bush Kinder Term 4
DESCRIPTION:To volunteer\, please go to School Interviews and use code jjwjn to book. \nFor each Bush Kinder session there are three Options. You can volunteer for 1\, 2 or 3 Options to suit your availability. \nOption 1\nBook yourself in for the entire Bush Kinder session (arrive at Merri no later than 9.05am\, travel with the group via tram to Strettle Wetlands Reserve and take part in full session. Depart Reserve and return back to Merri via tram by 12:30pm\, and no later than 1pm). \nOption 2\nBook yourself in for the tram ride to the Bush Kinder session site (ONLY) (arrive at Merri no later than 9.05am) travel with the group via tram to Strettle Wetlands Reserve. Feel free to leave the Reserve upon arrival. \nOption 3\nBook yourself in for the tram ride from the Bush Kinder session site (ONLY) (arrive at the Strettle Wetlands Reserve no later 11:50am and travel back to Merri from the Reserve via tram no later than 12:30pm).\nPrior to attending please ensure that you provide Merri with your current Working with Children Check (if you have not already done so).
URL:https://merriccc.com.au/event/3-year-old-inventors-bush-kinder-term-4-3/
LOCATION:Merri Bush Kinder site\, 34-36 Strettle St\, Thornbury\, Victoria\, 3071\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Bush Kinder
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20251023T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20251023T130000
DTSTAMP:20250325T010819Z
CREATED:20250325T010819Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250325T010819Z
UID:1943-1761210000-1761224400@merriccc.com.au
SUMMARY:4-Year-Old Bush Kinder Term 4
DESCRIPTION:To volunteer\, please go to School Interviews and use code jjwjn to book.\nFor each Bush Kinder session there are three Options. You can volunteer for 1\, 2 or 3 Options to suit your availability. \nOption 1\nBook yourself in for the entire Bush Kinder session (arrive at Merri no later than 9.05am\, travel with the group via tram to Strettle Wetlands Reserve and take part in full session. Depart Reserve and return back to Merri via tram by 12:30pm\, and no later than 1pm). \nOption 2\nBook yourself in for the tram ride to the Bush Kinder session site (ONLY) (arrive at Merri no later than 9.05am) travel with the group via tram to Strettle Wetlands Reserve. Feel free to leave the Reserve upon arrival. \nOption 3\nBook yourself in for the tram ride from the Bush Kinder session site (ONLY) (arrive at the Strettle Wetlands Reserve no later 11:50am and travel back to Merri from the Reserve via tram no later than 12:30pm).\nPrior to attending please ensure that you provide Merri with your current Working with Children Check (if you have not already done so).
URL:https://merriccc.com.au/event/4-year-old-bush-kinder-term-4-3/
LOCATION:Merri Bush Kinder site\, 34-36 Strettle St\, Thornbury\, Victoria\, 3071\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Bush Kinder
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20251025T190000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20251025T220000
DTSTAMP:20250919T020741Z
CREATED:20250919T020741Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250919T020741Z
UID:2069-1761418800-1761429600@merriccc.com.au
SUMMARY:Merri Trivia Fundraiser!
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a fun filled night of trivia\, games and laughs. Meet new Merri parents\, reconnect with friends and enjoy a kid free night out. Feel free to invite non Merri friends to join the fun. Don’t miss our biggest fundraiser of the year!
URL:https://merriccc.com.au/event/merri-trivia-fundraiser/
LOCATION:Edinburgh Gardens Community Room\, Brunswick Street\, Fitzroy North
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