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SUMMARY:4-Year-Old Bush Kinder Term 2
DESCRIPTION:To volunteer\, please go to School Interviews and use code w498t 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-2-10/
LOCATION:Merri Bush Kinder site\, 34-36 Strettle St\, Thornbury\, Victoria\, 3071\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Bush Kinder
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250701
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250702
DTSTAMP:20250311T052027Z
CREATED:20250311T052027Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250311T052027Z
UID:1882-1751328000-1751414399@merriccc.com.au
SUMMARY:Coming of the Light
DESCRIPTION:The Coming of the Light is a holiday celebrated by Torres Strait Islanders on 1 July each year. It recognises the adoption of Christianity through island communities during the late nineteenth century. Origins The London Missionary Society set out to convert people of the Southwest Pacific to Christianity from the 1840s.
URL:https://merriccc.com.au/event/coming-of-the-light/
LOCATION:Victoria
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250701T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250701T130000
DTSTAMP:20250207T013442Z
CREATED:20250207T013354Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250207T013442Z
UID:1838-1751360400-1751374800@merriccc.com.au
SUMMARY:4-Year-Old Bush Kinder Term 2
DESCRIPTION:To volunteer\, please go to School Interviews and use code w498t 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-2-11/
LOCATION:Merri Bush Kinder site\, 34-36 Strettle St\, Thornbury\, Victoria\, 3071\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Bush Kinder
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250706
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250714
DTSTAMP:20250311T053227Z
CREATED:20250311T053227Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250311T053227Z
UID:1884-1751760000-1752451199@merriccc.com.au
SUMMARY:NAIDOC Week
DESCRIPTION:National NAIDOC Week celebrations are held across Australia in the first week of July each year (Sunday to Sunday)\, to celebrate and recognise the history\, culture and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. NAIDOC Week is an opportunity for all Australians to learn about First Nations cultures and histories and participate in celebrations of the oldest\, continuous living cultures on earth. You can support and get to know your local Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander communities through activities and events held across the country. \nNational NAIDOC Week | NAIDOC
URL:https://merriccc.com.au/event/naidoc-week-4/
LOCATION:Victoria
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250722T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250722T130000
DTSTAMP:20250413T235937Z
CREATED:20250413T235937Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250413T235937Z
UID:1962-1753174800-1753189200@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/
LOCATION:Merri Bush Kinder site\, 34-36 Strettle St\, Thornbury\, Victoria\, 3071\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Bush Kinder
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250723T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250723T130000
DTSTAMP:20250311T053527Z
CREATED:20250311T053527Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250311T053527Z
UID:1886-1753261200-1753275600@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/
LOCATION:Merri Bush Kinder site\, 34-36 Strettle St\, Thornbury\, Victoria\, 3071\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Bush Kinder
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250727T140000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250727T180000
DTSTAMP:20250619T231937Z
CREATED:20250619T231937Z
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UID:2031-1753624800-1753639200@merriccc.com.au
SUMMARY:Merri Christmas in July
DESCRIPTION:About\nJoin us at Merri to celebrate Christmas in July and catch up with or get to know some of the other Merri families. A Christmas movie will be screened for the kids\, with every child to receive a juice box and a serve of popcorn. There will be a BBQ with food and drinks for sale\, including mulled wine and beer for the parents. So grab your daggiest Christmas sweaters and come and join us! \n\nDate\nSunday 27 July 2025 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM \n\nLocation\n\n\nMerri\n313 St Georges Road\, Thornbury Victoria 3071 \nTickets: A Very Merri Christmas in July Tickets\, Merri\, Thornbury | TryBooking Australia
URL:https://merriccc.com.au/event/merri-christmas-in-july/
LOCATION:Merri\, 313 St Georges Road\,\, Thornbury\, Victoria\, 3072\, Australia
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250729T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250729T130000
DTSTAMP:20250414T000117Z
CREATED:20250414T000117Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250414T000117Z
UID:1965-1753779600-1753794000@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-3-2/
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:20250730T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250730T130000
DTSTAMP:20250325T003951Z
CREATED:20250325T003951Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250325T003951Z
UID:1919-1753866000-1753880400@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-3-2/
LOCATION:Merri Bush Kinder site\, 34-36 Strettle St\, Thornbury\, Victoria\, 3071\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Bush Kinder
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250804
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250805
DTSTAMP:20250311T054044Z
CREATED:20250311T053925Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250311T054044Z
UID:1888-1754265600-1754351999@merriccc.com.au
SUMMARY:Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Children's Day
DESCRIPTION:Children’s Day is held annually on 4 August. It’s a national day dedicated to celebrating First Nations youngfullas. \nThe day is an initiative of SNAIIC – National Voice for our Children. The first Children’s Day was in 1988\, established against the backdrop of protests led by First Nations people and allies to mark the 200-year anniversary of British invasion. \n\n\n\n\n\nThe date August 4 was historically used to celebrate the birthdays of First Nations children who were taken from their families at a young age without knowing their birthday. \nRead more about this important day\, discover ideas and resources over at National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Children’s Day Blog HERE.
URL:https://merriccc.com.au/event/aboriginal-and-torres-strait-islander-childrens-day/
LOCATION:Victoria
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250805T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250805T130000
DTSTAMP:20250414T000257Z
CREATED:20250414T000257Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250414T000257Z
UID:1967-1754384400-1754398800@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-3-3/
LOCATION:Merri Bush Kinder site\, 34-36 Strettle St\, Thornbury\, Victoria\, 3071\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Bush Kinder
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250806T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250806T130000
DTSTAMP:20250325T004104Z
CREATED:20250325T004104Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250325T004104Z
UID:1921-1754470800-1754485200@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-3-3/
LOCATION:Merri Bush Kinder site\, 34-36 Strettle St\, Thornbury\, Victoria\, 3071\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Bush Kinder
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250809
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250810
DTSTAMP:20250311T054016Z
CREATED:20250311T054016Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250311T054016Z
UID:1891-1754697600-1754783999@merriccc.com.au
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/
LOCATION:Victoria
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250809T080000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250817T170000
DTSTAMP:20250311T054343Z
CREATED:20250311T054343Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250311T054343Z
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/
LOCATION:Victoria
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250812T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250812T130000
DTSTAMP:20250414T000331Z
CREATED:20250414T000331Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250414T000331Z
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
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/
LOCATION:Victoria
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
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
END:VEVENT
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
END:VEVENT
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
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
END:VEVENT
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/
LOCATION:Victoria
END:VEVENT
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/
LOCATION:Victoria
END:VEVENT
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
END:VEVENT
END:VCALENDAR