Mildura Best Start Program in Mildura, Victoria | Government organisation

Mildura Best Start Program

Locality: Mildura, Victoria

Phone: 50188100

Address: PO Box 105 3502 Mildura, VIC, Australia

Website: http://www.mildura.vic.gov.au

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25.01.2022 The Sunraysia Early Years Directory is back!! Although we can no longer produce a printed version members of our local community have worked hard to bring us this interactive online version. Follow this link to view all the Early Years Services in our region https://embed.kumu.io/e582707045400b61ce7c77a8018246ff and don't forget to save it to your favourites bar.... Zoom in to see the map easier and then click on a service and all their details will pop up. The benefit of having an online version is it can be updated regularly so if your service is not in the map or has incorrect details email [email protected] to update.

25.01.2022 It is National Child Protection Week and this year's theme is 'putting children first.' We know that long term life outcomes are linked to our childhood experie...nces and at Mallee Family Care we're committed to supporting families, to ensure their children have access to the services, help and opportunities they need to thrive. The best interests of the child are at the centre of everything we do. #malleekidsmatter See more

23.01.2022 See you in the New Year We're closed from 12pm Wednesday 23rd December and will reopen Monday 4th Jan 2021. We sincerely wish you a safe and joyful Christmas/holiday and New Year.

23.01.2022 The start of our many fun local events to Children's Week, culminating in a performance by The Beanies on the 29th of October.

23.01.2022 Children's Week Virtual Treasure Hunt with fun prizes to be won!!! Starts Monday..... https://www.facebook.com/LittlePeopleBigFutures https://www.facebook.com/Little-Sprouts-Op-Shop-55081702874 https://www.facebook.com/ZoeSupportAustralia https://www.facebook.com/ConnectedBeginningsMildura... https://www.facebook.com/MalleeAccom https://www.facebook.com/MalleeDistrictAboriginalServices https://www.facebook.com/TotalLearningCentre https://www.facebook.com/sunraysiaartsandlearning https://www.facebook.com/degaris.kindergarten https://www.facebook.com/irymplekindergarten https://www.facebook.com/stmargaretspreschoolmildura https://www.facebook.com/tafekids https://www.facebook.com/malleetrackhealth https://www.facebook.com/goodstartmilduraeleventhstreet https://www.facebook.com/handsupmallee See more

23.01.2022 Please share far and wide so we get the best people to support our local children and families- or apply!

20.01.2022 Today is Indigenous Literacy Day and Early Childhood Educator's Day. Thank you to all the fabulous Early Childhood Educator's who have continued to support the welfare and development of our precious children during some of the hardest times. You truly do make a difference.... Thank you!

19.01.2022 The theme of Children’s Week 2020 is the right of all children to choose their own friends and safely connect with others. To celebrate this: Draw or take a photo of you and your favourite person ... OR Draw or take a photo of you using technology to stay in touch with your favourite people. Each age group and each category will have a winner selected at random and The Beanies will announce the winners live during their online concert on Thursday 29 October. Age groups are: 0-3yrs old 3-6yrs old 6-9yrs old 9-12yrs old Submit your drawing or photo by 15 October 2020 to [email protected]. Please include the child’s name and age. One entry per child. Please note pictures may be shown and names will be read out during the live broadcast. Please advise us if you do not want your child’s picture shown or name read out.

17.01.2022 COVID-19 SURVEY RESULTS In November we invited you to tell us how the COVID-19 pandemic had impacted you. Thank you to the 857 locals who shared their story.... Hearing your voices helps us understand the social and economic impacts of the pandemic and where the region’s collective relief and recovery priorities should focus. - 48% were less satisfied with their health - 42% said their mental health had been impacted - 12% unable to pay rent or mortgage - 39% reported impacts on child wellbeing - 50% of businesses reported decrease in revenue READ MORE: https://bit.ly/3hce32H FULL SURVEY REPORT: https://bit.ly/2WAsS5A IF YOU NEED SUPPORT: https://bit.ly/3mvroUE

16.01.2022 What is this sneaky flower pic all about..... ahoy there treasure hunters.

16.01.2022 Our Community Relief Service is ready and available to support anyone who might be isolated as a result of the Vic-SA border closure. (03) 5018 8588 (8am-5pm...) [email protected] https://bit.ly/35Mwx5H Please get in touch and we can assist with practical things like food parcels, help with groceries, prepared meals, shopping vouchers, accessing medications and linking you with other services and community support groups. We can also assist with collecting essential items for those who are isolated or experiencing hardship, and referral to local, state and national support services.

16.01.2022 FREE parent/carer online information session. Learn all you need to know about how to prepare your child for school in 2021. Hear from experts in school readiness, including our Speech Pathologists and Occupational Therapists, a Kindergarten teacher, Prep/Foundation teacher and preschool field officer.

15.01.2022 Ahoy there all treasure seekers..... looking to keep your little pirates entertained during the school holidays Mildura Children's Week Virtual Treasure Hunt may be the answer! Lots of great prizes to be won... check out the pictures below for more info. The winners names will be announced during the live performance by 'The Beanies' on the 29th October, live streamed via the Mildura Rural City Council Facebook page. ... (if you do not want your name announced please let us know in your entry)

15.01.2022 Our New Parent Groups are returning to face-to-face meetings following an easing of COVID-19 restrictions! These groups have been meeting virtually throughout t...he pandemic, and we're so excited to welcome them back to a face-to-face setting in line with the current health advice. All current New Parent Group members will be notified of the change. We will also continue to offer online meeting options to participants. For more information about our New Parent Groups, contact Liv Healy on (03) 5018 8100.

13.01.2022 Meal in a Box for today is Carbonara Pasta with vegetables and bacon. Pick up between 1 to 3pm at 8 Dove Place.

12.01.2022 Looking for an activity to keep the children entertained these holidays.... Mildura Children's Week drawing and picture competition may be just the thing!!! There is an Instax Camera to be won plus lots of other great prizes ... read on for more info The theme of Children’s Week 2020 is the right of all children to choose their own friends and safely connect with others. ... To celebrate this: Draw or take a photo of you and your favourite person OR Draw or take a photo of you using technology to stay in touch with your favourite people. Each age group and each category will have a winner selected at random and 'The Beanies' will announce the winners live during their online concert on Thursday 29 October. Submit your drawing or photo by 15 October 2020 to [email protected]. Please include the child’s name and age. One entry per child. Please note pictures may be shown and names will be read out during the live broadcast. Please advise us if you do not want your child’s picture shown or name read out.

12.01.2022 Click on the link to view this beautiful resource.

11.01.2022 Do you know someone that might like to be on Play School? We’re going ‘Through The Windows’ with kids across Australia! Share your home videos with us and they might appear on the show! For all the details, head to:https://ab.co/3nlIa9I

11.01.2022 Supported Playgroups are not running during this lockdown period but hope to be back up and running soon. If you are interested in going to one of these groups please contact the facilitators directly for more information.

10.01.2022 Pledge #onlylocal - Support your local faves during this time to ensure we see them into the future. - It’s now or never.

10.01.2022 Our Maternal and Child Health Centres will be closed from 3pm Thursday 24 December and reopen with normal hours on Monday 4 January 2021. If you need support, a...dvice or assistance with your little one during this period please reach out to one of the following: Emergencies: 000 24hr Maternal & Child Health Help Line: 13 22 29 Australian Breastfeeding Association: 1800 686 268 Nurse On Call: 1300 606 024 Mildura Base Public Hospital: 5022 3333 Your Local GP

08.01.2022 The 'Main Event' in our line up of Children's Week activities.

06.01.2022 With Christmas only a couple of sleeps away, Santa has been making his list and checking it twice! No doubt you've been making your list too.....food, pressies,... camping gear.....but do you have Child Restraints on your list? Don't feel bad, many people forget. Here are some quick reminders to help keep your little people as safe as possible in the car before heading off to see loved ones over the festive season. Is the top tether attached to the anchor point? Flat, no twists, slack removed? Seatbelt OR ISOfix connected to the buckle? Seatbelt through correct path with no slack OR ISOfix showing green indicators? Remember only ever seatbelt OR ISOfix, never both, but ALWAYS top tether Is your child within the shoulder height marker range for the seat? Are straps flat against their body with no twists, at the right height and pass the pinch test? Are your children dressed appropriately for the car ride? Straps on bare skin can cause painful friction burn Toys are a good distraction in the car, especially on long trips but do you know they can be a hazard? Never attach toys (or other after market products) to your child restraint and ensure toys in the car are nice and soft so they don't become dangerous objects if you break suddenly Confused or stuck with how to fix something? I'm only a phone call or message away! Merry Christmas

05.01.2022 Another fun Children's Week Activity .... a virtual Treasure Hunt!! Winners will be announced during The Beanies performance on the 29th of October.

04.01.2022 HEALTH ADVISORY Residents and visitors to north-west Victoria are being warned to protect themselves against mosquito-borne diseases such as Ross River viru...s and Barmah Forest virus. Ross River virus has been detected in mosquitoes in urban Mildura. These viruses can cause symptoms including joint pain and stiffness, headache, fever, rash and fatigue. The best protection from these diseases is to avoid mosquito bites - protective measures include regularly using mosquito repellent on all exposed skin, wearing long, loose fitting clothing when outside, and ensuring accommodation, including tents, are properly fitted with mosquito netting or screens. A range of information relating to protecting against mosquito bites is available on the Beat the Bite campaign page on the Better Health Channel.

03.01.2022 It's going to be a huge two weeks - and we want you to be part of it. We're taking early learning to the national stage, in front of MPs and journalists. We'll... be urging out leaders to make our early learning system high quality and universally accessible. Hear from our very own CEO Jay Weatherill about how you can get involved

02.01.2022 Hunter talks about what a powerful segment in the new Play School special episode ‘Walking Together’ means to him.

01.01.2022 Our Customer Service Centre in Ouyen is fast becoming a one-stop-shop for important community services. This includes Maternal and Child Health Services, which ...will relocate to 79 Oke Street, Ouyen, from Thursday 26 November. Our Maternal and Child Health Service is free and available to all families with children aged 0 to 6. Included is a series of regular health checks by qualified Maternal and Child Health Nurses among a broad range of services. For more information contact the Maternal and Child Health Support Office on 5018 8277.