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25.01.2022 We couldn't agree more... happy Friday!

25.01.2022 So here's a little insight into Rhodes PlayStrong. At PlayStrong Rhodes, the children greatly enjoy connecting with their peers over morning tea. One of the great highlights of morning tea has been guessing the contents of, and then unveiling my little bento box. PlayStrong is provided for families with children birth to five who identify as aboriginal, CALD, socially or geographically isolated or for children with a disability.

23.01.2022 Get on the number train and learn your numbers with Duplo.

23.01.2022 2020 may not have been the easiest of years but we got through it together We're looking forward to sharing the rest of the journey with you in 2021. Happy New Year from all of us at Playgroup NSW.... #PlaygroupNSW

23.01.2022 Summer is a great time to explore and learn together through play. Making simple sensory discoveries with water, nature and temperature can offer children opportunities to connect to the world around them. The season of sun and water not only boosts our mood and invites discovery but also offers important opportunities to learn about health and safety in different environments. #PlaygroupNSW

23.01.2022 2020 spring school holidays have sprung! If you are looking for some fun activities to do with your child, check out this link for loads of play inspiration. Click the link here https://bit.ly/3i9CdKf

22.01.2022 Making sounds, playing with volumes, pitches and melodies all play a role in helping our children learn and develop thinking processes. Explore learning through sound with this Water Xylophone activity by Bright Little Brains All you need to try this at home is:... 6-8 glasses or jars, fill them up with water in various levels from empty to full. Add some food colouring to create a rainbow. A wooden stick or spoon as a mallet. And there you go. A perfect activity for a rainy day at home #PlaygroupNSW

21.01.2022 Thanks to everyone that has been joining our virtual playgroups with this month’s activities focused on numbers. Children took part in counting activities, songs and stories. Lots of smiles, laughs and interaction was had while the children learnt through play.

21.01.2022 Due to rain , the PlayStrong Blacktown Van at Chifley park will now be delivering online instead of face to face. If you would like to join our virtual playgroup, please email [email protected] for more details.

20.01.2022 Being a parent isn't always easy. If you notice someone in your network may be struggling, start a conversation and ask R U OK? By starting a conversation, you can help someone with what they may be going through.

19.01.2022 COVID-19 Outbreak Announcement - Monday 21st December Hello playgroup community, To protect the people of NSW from the evolving Avalon COVID-19 outbreak, new restrictions have been introduced for Greater Sydney, effective as of Sunday 20th December at 11:59pm.... Following updated health advice from the Chief Health Officer Dr Kerry Chant about the growing risk to the community, the following restrictions have been introduced for the greater metropolitan Sydney region: - The one person per four square metre rule will be re-introduced for all indoor settings including hospitality venues and places of worship. - The one person per four square metre rule will apply for all Playgroups using indoor venues and is now in effect. We understand that many playgroups will have ceased already for 2021, however, if your group is intending to meet this week for an end of year celebration we urge you to ensure that you follow these updated restrictions. For more information on the other restrictions please visit https://www.nsw.gov.au//new-covid-19-restrictions-for-grea If there is anything you are unsure about please contact us at [email protected] Thank you for your co-operation Mel Hill General Manager

19.01.2022 Congratulations to Stacey and Xavier who are the lucky winners to our Hunter Valley competition. Stacey and Xavier will enjoy a weekend away to the Hunter Valley with a complimentary pass to the Hunter Valley Zoo. Stacey explained that the win couldn’t have come at a better time as she wanted to go away for her 30th birthday. Enjoy!

19.01.2022 This is Laura and Oliver playing with their play@home craft pack which was sent from Playgroup NSW after participating in a virtual playgroup session. We have 30 packs to give away! These packs contain craft and activity supplies such as crayons, paint, craft paper, pom poms and much more. All you need to do is tag Playgroup NSW in your craft activities that you participate in our virtual sessions.

17.01.2022 Lest we forget. #remembranceday2020

15.01.2022 REMINDER: The Campbelltown Playgroup at Mawson Park this Wednesday, 11 November will now be held at Koshigaya Park. Mawson Park will be hosting a Memorial Day service and to respect that we will be relocating to Koshigaya Park instead just for Remembrance Day. We will be back in Mawson Park next week Wednesday, 18 November.

15.01.2022 It’s Letters and Numbers Month @ Playgroup! Join us in exploring all the great educational activities you can do with letters and numbers for your child’s development. Find your nearest Playgroup to be part of the fun and learning!... Link here https://bit.ly/3hWpP0V

15.01.2022 Getting your child to play with numbers is a fun way for them to explore shapes and colours as well as developing hand-eye coordination, finger muscle control, shape recognition and problem solving skills. This activity suits 0 - 12 months. Download our play activity here https://bit.ly/2QFGXM2

15.01.2022 Birthday coming up? Work towards reducing your global footprint for your next child's birthday party with @partykitnetwork's sustainable party kits. So how does it work? Party Kit Network provides an eco-friendly reusable alternative for partyware created and provided locally by entrepreneurs and everyday locals looking to make a difference. ... Each kit is different, containing anything from tableware to decorations, and even games. For more info on how to find a kit or start your own simply click here: https://www.partykitnetwork.org/ #PlaygroupNSW

14.01.2022 Some of our Playgroup NSW staff sourced and ordered reusable masks for our service delivery team to promote COVID safe practices, and although it is not mandated to wear masks, we wanted to ensure the safety of everyone attending our groups. Thanks Second Stitch for providing the masks! Read more about Second Stitch here https://bit.ly/2RnUGHR.

14.01.2022 In 2018, over 32,000 Australian children were proven to have been abused or neglected. This week marks the 30th National Child Protection Week, a cause that raises awareness of such abuse and hopes to reduce incidents via education and resources. Playgroup NSW is committed to enhancing the lives of children and understands how important protecting children, every hour of every day. ... For tips on how you can talk to children about personal safety please refer to the below link: https://www.napcan.org.au//NAP20_ChildrensWeek_tipsheet_FI

13.01.2022 The children at the MyTime playgroup in Malabar were involved in boomerang painting and throwing for NAIDOC Week.

13.01.2022 Learning numbers doesn’t have to be boring. Good numeracy skills are so important for young children’s development and how they assess the world around them. Numeracy skills involve understanding numbers, counting, solving number problems, measuring, sorting, noticing patterns, adding and subtracting numbers. Children start learning numeracy skills from the time they’re born. This learning happens from watching and experiencing numeracy in action, especially in everyday pl...ay activities. For more information and some fun numeracy games you can try through play, see our link in our bio from our partners raisingchildren.net.au Read the article here https://bit.ly/3gMB9uT

13.01.2022 WIN 1 of 4 recipe books! A year of simple family food: Eating simply and seasonally is at the core of Julia Busuttil Nishimura's recipes. This is the kind of food you will want to share with your loved ones throughout the year. To enter:... 1. Make sure you are a Playgroup NSW member. Membership is free and you can sign up here. https://bit.ly/2YKKB9b 2. Tag a friend. Competition will be drawn on Friday, October 16.

12.01.2022 Today we celebrate Indigenous Literacy Day! This is a national day honouring Indigenous language and literacy. This is Sammy Jo, who works at TAFE in Wagga Wagga and comes to Playgroup NSW groups for story time. Sammy is reading a story to the children of the Kooringal Aboriginal Supported Playgroup. They have been learning about Australian animals and the different sounds that they make. The children love all the stories about animals. After story time the children and pa...rents made animal puppets from socks and pipe cleaners, ending with a puppet show for the parents! Thanks Sammy! Read more about the Indigenous Literacy Foundation here https://bit.ly/2X8Hytq #ILD2020 #indigenousliteracyday

12.01.2022 If you’re thinking about how you can help your child to learn at home, rest assured you don’t have to spend a fortune on resources. Try this number learning activity. All you need is some wooden lolly sticks, mini pegs and your imagination! @howweplayandlearn

12.01.2022 Playgroup NSW and LEGO DUPLO are both committed to supporting learning through play. We believe that imagination and creative play is one of life's most important skills. Try this LEGO monster feeding game. This game is a great way for young children to learn numbers, colours and shapes. Playing this thought-provoking game also helps children to improve their fine motor skills and ability to concentrate on simple tasks. Download our play activity here https://bit.ly/32JYh8n

12.01.2022 Get your rocks ready! An engaging and educational craft idea to help your child learn the alphabet. Alphabet rocks can be used with toddlers to help them understand the formation of letters and where they are placed within the alphabet. Collect your rocks, choose your paint colours and get painting! ... @mrshamisartroom #earlychildhoodlearning

11.01.2022 To ensure families stay connected, Playgroup NSW has introduced Baby Playgroups in term 4! Our Baby Playgroups provide an opportunity for you & your baby to connect with other families, learn through play and most importantly, have some fun! These playgroups are for members only with babies 0-18months. Not a member? Click here to join today https://bit.ly/2YKKB9b... Virtual sessions can be booked here https://bit.ly/306LTyZ

11.01.2022 Great to see the children at Playgroup NSW Play Van in Blacktown at Kimberley Park enjoying the sunshine and craft activities.

10.01.2022 How many words should your child be able to say? Heather Boerner, Head Speech Language Pathologist at Chatty Child Speech and Occupational Therapy says, "At 1 years old, a child should be saying approximately four to six words. By the time a child is 2 years old, they should be saying and producing 200 to 300 words. They should really be learning a new word a day or two or three words a day. Learning at that rate should give your toddler between 900 and 1000 words by the ...time they turn 3. But it's always important to remember to not benchmark your child against others. All children learn at their own pace and if your toddler isn't learning a new word or two every day, don’t panic. It’s important to know that children develop differently and within their own time and if you are concerned, to speak to an expert. For more information on how many words your toddler should be learning, read this great guide by Romper. https://bit.ly/3hJMhKq

10.01.2022 Do you have a disability? The Disability Information Helpline is available in 63 languages and provides support and extra assistance during COVID19. Call the Disability Information Helpline on 1800 643 787 or visit www.dss.gov.au/disabilityhelp for more details. #DisabilityHelp

09.01.2022 Did you know that we run play van sessions in Campbelltown? Our play van sessions provide an opportunity for you and your child to connect with other families, learn through play and most importantly, have some fun! The sessions run for two hours and will focus on a variety of different activities. If you are interested in joining the fun, sign up here:... Monday: https://bit.ly/2CAc3kY Tuesday: https://bit.ly/2CrquIb Wednesday: https://bit.ly/2BiCnzk Thursday: https://bit.ly/39m5Zsq Friday: https://bit.ly/2E8GlM7 For more information, email [email protected]

09.01.2022 The theme for PANDA Week 2020 is ‘Tell someone who cares’. PANDA has been leading the perinatal mental health sector in raising awareness about perinatal anxiety and depression, including signs to look for and where to go to seek support. In this most unusual and difficult year we firmly believe that PANDA Week it is more important than ever. With many expecting and new parents struggling due to COVID-19 and associated restrictions, it’s critical that we work together to support families facing mental health challenges at this time.

08.01.2022 Due to forecasted rain , the PlayStrong Campbelltown Van at Mawson Park on Wednesday 09/09/20 will now be delivering online instead of face to face. If you would like to join our virtual playgroup, please email [email protected] for more details.

08.01.2022 This week we celebrate the launch of Nature Book Week (7 - 13 Sept) by the The Wilderness Society. This highlights the importance of books in connecting children to nature. Here we share with you the ‘The Very Hungry Caterpillar’ by Eric Carle. Happy reading! ... Click this link here for story time https://bit.ly/3bvPsTK Find out more about Nature Book Week here https://bit.ly/3lWAkUe

08.01.2022 Playgroup NSW members can access a range of discounts for fun attractions through our partner SMALL IDEAS. Every Playgroup NSW member receives a complimentary Small Ideas membership, worth $34.95. Your Small Ideas membership comes packed with discounts and other offers to keep you and your family entertained throughout the year. Our pick of the offers this week... is discounted entry to Featherdale Sydney Wildlife Park. Get up close and personal with creatures great and small and enjoy a hands-on session with some of the park's friendliest creatures. So what are you waiting for? Become a Playgroup NSW member, find your nearest playgroup and start reaping the rewards of your complimentary Small Ideas membership today! https://bit.ly/3hWpP0V

07.01.2022 Win 1 of 3 DUPLO Demolition prize packs! Each DUPLO Prize Package includes: DUPLO Truck & Tracked Excavator DUPLO Wrecking Ball Demolition ... DUPLO Tower Crane & Construction 2x DUPLO Creative animals This prize pack is valued at over $500. To enter you must: 1 Be a Playgroup NSW Member. To register, https://bit.ly/2UowE12 2 Tag a friend 3. Comment on this post in 30 words or less why you'd like to win! Competition winners will be announced Monday, 30 November. Good luck! Terms and Conditions: 1. Entry is open to Australian residents only. 2. Promotion commences 13/11/20 and final entries close on 30/11/2020. 3. The Prize is a Duplo Pack valued at $509.96. Prizes are not transferable or exchangeable and cannot be taken as cash. 5. Winners will be notified via Facebook on 01/12/2020. This competition is in no way sponsored, endorsed or administered by, or associated with Facebook.

07.01.2022 Designed by Children's Health Queensland, Birdie and the Virus is a great book to support the mental health and emotional wellbeing of babies and young children, their parents and familes, during the COVID-19 pandemic. Click here to read the book: https://bit.ly/3pJrGJC

07.01.2022 Playgroup NSW is continuing to bring the play to you with our term 4 schedule of Virtual Playgroups. The groups will continue with our favourite songs, rhymes and stories, and our wonderful staff have made the addition of a fun, simple activity. These sessions are for members only and are suitable for families with children aged 1-6yrs. Not a member? Click here to join today https://bit.ly/2YKKB9b... Virtual sessions can be booked here https://bit.ly/332dXoI

06.01.2022 We love animal letters! What a nice idea to learn your ABCs! @lifeslittleletters

04.01.2022 Playgroup NSW membership gives your family unlimited access to over 700 playgroups across the state. Playgroup NSW members also receive fantastic benefits and discounts. Become a member and find your nearest playgroup here https://bit.ly/3hWpP0V

04.01.2022 This is Savannah who attends PlayStrong Rutherford playgroup. Savannah pressed some flowers from her 5th birthday using the flower press sent by Playgroup NSW in the play@home craft packs.

03.01.2022 Sydney’s only giraffe and camel encounters are at the NEW Sydney Zoo in Western Sydney. Start 2021 with something special and book your encounter now: https://bit.ly/3nYrJRx

03.01.2022 WIN one of 3 Leapstart 3D with 2 bonus books! LeapStart 3D is a complete learning system that magically brings books to life. Children will be excited as their favourite characters and objects come to life with amazing 3D-like animations, encouraging interactive play. The bundle comes with two bonus books: "Shapes and colours with creativity" and "200 words in English and French". ... To enter: 1. Make sure you are a Playgroup NSW member. Membership is free and you can sign up here. https://bit.ly/2YKKB9b 2. Tag a friend. Competition will be drawn on Friday, October 16.

03.01.2022 PlayConnect is a specialised playgroup for children with children on the Autism Spectrum, or with developmental delays or behavioural concerns, and their families. If you are interested in joining one of our supported playgroups visit www.playconnect.com.au

01.01.2022 This is Savannah who attends PlayStrong, after our imaginative play with puppets session a few weeks ago, Savannah continued the play by making her own stage We made puppets for the story and song Five Little Ducks and it was extremely effective for engaging a child who doesn’t often seem to be interested in having a story read to her, but she became very involved when she could use the puppets to act out the story.

01.01.2022 We've all been there. Parenting isn't easy but we wouldn't give it up for all the Tim Tams in the packet! As for being the perfect parent, we all know there's no such thing, but to love and nurture them is the closest you can get!