City of Yarra

Yarra City Council understand that being a parent or caregiver can be challenging as well as rewarding.
You want to do the best for your child in a world that often looks very different from the one you grew up in.
That's why we offer a range of sessions for families to provide helpful information and practical tools on a range of subjects to support our local community.
These sessions will be available both online and Face 2 Face.

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Navigating fatherhood

Thursday 31 July 2025
Presented by Frances Bilbao, Clinical Psychologist and founder of Mums Matter Psychology group, this session is about the life-changing journey of becoming a father and all the joy and challenges you may face. Join us for this interactive webinar to navigate the early years of parenting whether you’re a new dad or welcoming another little one into your family. This session covers: • Practical strategies • Fostering strong family relationships • Prioritising your mental wellbeing • Managing the emotional change of becoming a parent It will be a safe space to connect, share and learn. PLEASE NOTE: Our parenting information sessions are not recorded.
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Children's Services Professional Development Day October2025

Wednesday 22 October 2025
A day of PD training provided by Body Safety Australia for Yarra Children's Services teams and colleagues. Morning tea - A vegan cupcake, coffee and tea Lunch - Vegan options provided or you are welcome to BYO. Afternoon break - tea and coffee available. Please bring along your own snack if you feel you might need a boost. In the spirit of sustainability please bring your own mug or water bottle
Richmond Town Hall
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Secure Connections

Friday 24 October 2025
Presented by Frances Bilbao, Clinical Psychologist and founder of Mums Matter Psychology group, this webinar explores how the Circle of Security framework and Gottman Emotion Coaching can empower parents to nurture secure attachments with their children. PLEASE NOTE: Our parenting information sessions are not recorded.
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Children's Services Professional Development Day 2026

Thursday 7 May 2026
A day of PD training provided by XXXXXX for Yarra Children's Services teams and colleagues. Morning tea - A vegan cupcake, coffee and tea Lunch - Vegan options provided or you are welcome to BYO. Afternoon break - tea and coffee available. Please bring along your own snack if you feel you might need a boost. In the spirit of sustainability please bring your own mug or water bottle
Richmond Town Hall
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Children's Services Professional Development Day May 2025

Friday 23 May 2025
A day of PD training provided by Body Safety Australia for Yarra Children's Services teams and colleagues. Morning tea - A vegan cupcake, coffee and tea Lunch - Vegan options provided or you are welcome to BYO. Afternoon break - tea and coffee available. Please bring along your own snack if you feel you might need a boost. In the spirit of sustainability please bring your own mug or water bottle
Richmond Town Hall
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What to do in an emergency

Tuesday 13 May 2025
Presented by qualified paramedics from Ambulance Victoria, this in person presentation is designed to provide valuable insights into the specific health needs of young children and the common illnesses they may experience during their early years. Aimed at parents, caregivers, and those involved in childcare, the session covers important topics such as:  When to call Triple Zero (000)  Where to find information about your child’s health  Preventative and alternative care services  Common medical conditions seen in children Additionally, the presentation highlights alternative care services available to support families, from paediatric care providers to community health resources and emergency services. Whether you're a new parent or have experience caring for young children, this session offers practical advice and knowledge to ensure your child’s health and well-being are prioritised. PLEASE NOTE: Our parenting information sessions are not recorded.
Studio 1 Community Hub
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Parental Burnout

Thursday 20 March 2025
Presented by Frances Bilbao, Clinical Psychologist and founder of Mums Matter Psychology group, this presentation will help if you are finding the stress of parenting difficult to manage. When daily stress becomes chronic it can turn into parental burnout. This is an intense exhaustion that leads parents to feeling detached from their children and unsure of their parenting abilities, distinct from other forms of burnout. This session covers • What is burnout • How burnout can show up in your life • What is putting you at risk • Skills to reduce risk and start feeling better This free session is appropriate for parents of children of all ages. PLEASE NOTE: Our parenting information sessions are not recorded.
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Toilet Training Tips and Advice

Wednesday 19 February 2025
This session is delivered by toilet training experts and discusses: • Toilet training readiness and when to start • How to go about the process of toilet training • Troubleshooting any challenges along the way • Night wetting or bedwetting
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Toilet Training Tips and Advice

Wednesday 30 October 2024
This session is delivered by toilet training experts and discusses: • Toilet training readiness and when to start • How to go about the process of toilet training • Troubleshooting any challenges along the way • Night wetting or bedwetting
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Children's Week @ Yarra!

Wednesday 23 October 2024
Celebrate Children's Week 2043 with a fun filled morning at Yallabirrang kindergarten in Collingwood.
Yallabirrang Kindergarten
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Yarra Children's Services Professional Development Day #2

Friday 18 October 2024
A morning session of PD training provided by Body Safety Australia for Yarra Children's Services teams and colleagues. This session is designed to recap and refresh content from the Educator/ Parent/ Children’s sessions held previously. For the afternoon you will either head to Jack Dyer Pavillion, Richmond for those who need to complete their Child Safe training. All other educators will return to your home service to continue precinct specific training.
Richmond Town Hall
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Emotion coaching

Tuesday 27 August 2024
This presentation will focus on emotional intelligence and how to help your child develop these skills. Suitable for parents/ carers with children from 2 years of age to teenagers.
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Yarra Children's Services Professional Development Day 2024

Monday 3 June 2024
A full day of PD training provided by Body Safety Australia for Yarra Children's Services teams and colleagues..
Collingwood Town Hall
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Supporting your adolescents post separation.

Wednesday 17 November 2021
Delivered by Natasha Belmont a Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner, Mediator and Child Consultant will provide you with information and resources to help support you and your adolescent’s post-separation.
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Toilet Training - Parent Information Session

Tuesday 5 October 2021
Need help troubleshooting toilet training? Please join us for an informative session with qualified continence and bed wetting experts from Toilet Training Educators. The session will cover: • Toilet training readiness and when to start • How to go about the process of toilet training • Troubleshooting any challenges along the way • Night wetting or bedwetting.
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Yarra City Council - Childcare and Kindergarten

Wednesday 15 September 2021
Everything you need to know about early learning and care. Choosing the right childcare service for your child and family. Learn about the different types of childcare and preschool available, and what to ask or look for when choosing a quality service. This talk will help you better understand what services are available in Yarra, fees and charges, how to enrol, what to expect and other supports available for your child. This is a free session for parents/carers of 0 – 4 year old’s
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Raising children in an eco-friendly household

Thursday 26 August 2021
In this session the Yarra Sustainability team will provide you with information and resources linked in with existing Climate Emergency campaigns and environmental programs. Simple ways to involve our children in this process will be provided along the way. Live Online Thursday 26th August 7:00pm – 8:00pm Registrations close Thursday 26 August at 12:00pm.
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Cybery Safety - Raising Kids in a Digital World

Thursday 15 July 2021
This presentation will be delivered by Trusted eSafety Providers, Martin McGauran and Carley McGauran from Inform and Empower. For more information: www.informandempower.com.au
Bargoonga Nganjin, North Fitzroy Library (Enter via Best Street)