Darra Playgroup meets at the Darra Community Hall, 27 Kokoda Street, Darra on Thursdays from 9.30am to 11.30am. For ages 0 – 5yrs. Playgroup with a regular routine and a range of organised activities for babies, toddlers and pre-schoolers. Please bring along a piece of fruit for a shared morning tea. For further information please call 1800 171 882 between 9am – 5pm
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What: Support Groups for parents, carers and grandparents of children with a disability or chronic medical condition. A facilitator coordinates the group and organises guest speakers and activities and Play Helpers assist with children. Socialise and share ideas and information with others who understand the rewards and intensity of caring for a child with special needs.
When and Where: Various Times at Various locations
Open to: Parents and carers who are eligible for the Carer Allowance (child) for a child with a disability or chronic medical condition from the Australian Government Department of Families, Housing, Community Services and Indigenous Affairs. There are locations all over Brisbane depending on the challenges of your child. Supporting kids via AEIOU, the Down Syndrome Association and a variety of other associations.
For more information:www.noahsark.net.au, Phone Noah’s Ark Resource Centre 3391 2166 or access MYTIME via the website http://www.mytime.net.au or even through playgroup qld
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Koala Kids Alex Hills Playgroup meets at the Community Hall, Windemere Road (Cnr Finucane Road), Alexandra Hills on Thursdays from 9.30am to 11.30am. For ages 0-5 yrs. $5.00/week. An Informal Playgroup with a regular routine, safe outdoor play area, organised activities for toddlers. Group does not continue to meet during school holidays. Please contact Playgroup Qld on toll free number 1800 171 882.
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We would like to extend an invite for mums on the north side of Brisbane to join our group ~ Awesome Mums of Northside Brisbane.
It’s a place for mums to laugh while sharing the ups & downs of being a parent, to feel connected to other parents who might be in similar situations & to get or give advice when needed. We are a friendly group of ladies who love the joys of being a parent.
So join in, introduce yourself & feel free to share photos, recipes & thoughts as it is a closed group & won’t show up in your news feed on Facebook. We also have regular play dates too!
Visit https://www.facebook.com/groups/1414148432136352/ for more information.
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New Farm Neighbourhood Centre Playgroup meets at the New Farm Neighbourhood Centre, 967 Brunswick Street, New Farm on Mondays and Wednesdays from 10am – 11:30am. For ages 0-6 years. $2 per family. The playgroups are held either indoors or outdoors. New people welcome – just turn up. Visit http://newfarmneighbourhood.org/activities-and-events/new-farm-play-group/for more information, or contact Playgroup Qld on toll free number 1800 171 882.
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Playspace Playgroup meets at Bray Hall, Mundin Street, Petrie on Thursday from 9.30am – 11.30am. For ages 0-5 years. $2 per family. Informal Playgroup with a regular routine, safe outdoor play area, group story/music time, occasional outings/excursions and a range of organised activities for babies, toddlers and pre prep aged children. Visit http://www.prnc.org.au/community/playspace-playgroup for more information, or contact Playgroup Qld on toll free number 1800 171 882.
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Happy House 1 Playgroup meets at the Forest Lake Community House Association, 3 Alpine Place, Forest Lake on Mondays from 9:30am – 11:30am. For ages 0-5 years. $40 per term. Playgroup has a regular routine, safe outdoor play area, group story/music time and a range of organised activities for babies and toddlers. Group does not continue to meet during school holidays. Visit http://playgroupqueensland.com.au/index.php/maps/170-playgroup-queensland-locations/45446-happy-house-1 for more information, or contact Playgroup Qld on toll free number 1800 171 882.
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Bayside Multiple Mums Playgroup meets at the Birkdale School of Arts Hall, 101 Birkdale Road, Birkdale on Fridays. $2 per child. Playgroup for multiple birth families but we welcome all. It has a regular routine, a safe outdoor play area, group story/music sessions and a range of organised activities for babies, toddlers and pre-prep aged children. They go on occasional outings. Not meeting at the last Friday of the month. Contact Playgroup Qld on toll free number 1800 171 882 for more information.
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Taigum Treasures Playgroup meets at I.C. Community Church, 203 Beams Road, Taigum on Mondays and Tuesdays from 9.30am – 11.30am. For ages 0-5 years. $4.00/visit/family. Informal Playgroup with a regular routine, a safe outdoor play area, group story/music time and a range of organised activities for babies through to preschoolers. Visit https://www.facebook.com/pages/Taigum-Treasures-Play-Group/270610986319872 for more information, or contact Playgroup Qld on toll free number 1800 171 882.
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Springwood 1 Playgroup meets in the hall at Underwood Park in Rochedale South on Tuesdays from 9:30-11:30am. For ages 0-5 years. $3 weekly. Playgroup is held in a very relaxed, safe and friendly environment with indoor and outdoor play with craft for the kids to enjoy weekly also. Contact Jacki Barkley on 0407 775 374 for more information, or contact Playgroup Qld on toll free number 1800 171 882.
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Parents, carers and their children gathered all over Australia last week, to celebrate National Playgroup Week.
In Brisbane, families with children from birth to five years connected at the World’s Biggest Playgroup Day at the Queensland Performing Arts Centre for a free concert by Play School personality Jay Laga’aia.
If you’ve ever wondered what you can expect from a local playgroup, read on as four Brisbane mums share their experiences…
According to Playgroup Australia Chair, Pam Cahir, playgroups began to flourish in the 1970s, and today, there are over 8000 community playgroups that meet each week, with more than 200,000 parents who participate.
Playgroup is all about new experiences!
“Parents opt into a community playgroup for a range of reasons,” Pam explains. It might be the opportunity for their child to play with other children, or support for their parenting. It might also be simply the desire to be and talk with other parents.”
Brisbane mum of three, Lisa, agrees. “The best part of going along to playgroup is getting the opportunity to speak to other adults and compare notes about what they do with their kids for recreation, in times of sickness, and sharing ideas for the best toys, outings, recipes, and schools,” she says.
Pam, from Playgroup Australia, says another benefit of participating in playgroup is the sense of community it promotes for parents, carers and their children.
“The sense of community that results from participation in a playgroup promotes feelings of belonging and connectedness,” Pam explains. “Such feelings have been shown to have a positive effect on children’s and families’ mental health.
“Research indicates that a child’s sense of belonging is a key protective factor that promotes wellbeing, as well as learning outcomes. Children who have a sense of belonging and connectedness have been found to feel happier and safer, and are more able to cope with the ups and downs of life than children whose sense of belonging and connectedness is low. The same is the case for adults.”
In addition to these philosophical reasons for being involved in playgroup, Brisbane mother of three, Rebekah, says there’s some practical benefits for children too.
“Playgroup gives children an opportunity for social interaction, which helps them develop their social skills in preparation for school,” she says. “It also exposes them to positive and negative behaviours, and even exposes them to germs which builds their immune system.”
Playgroups come in all shapes and sizes. Many playgroups are run by churches or community organisations and they often incorporate craft, music, morning tea and other activities into their programs. There are playgroups especially for fathers, ethnic groups, children with disabilities and even for grandparents.
The downside to community playgroups is that they can be large, and it is easy to get lost in the crowd and not connect with anyone. Brisbane mother of two, Michelle, says it doesn’t have to be this way – playgroup can be as simple as a small group of mums meeting regularly in each other’s houses.
“Playgroups don’t have to be large groups of random mum and kids where you just smile at the odd person and if you’re lucky have a bit of small talk,” she says. “They can be more intimate gatherings where you can really connect with a few good friends.”
Michelle says that in addition to forging and nurturing friendships with other mums, playgroup fills a gap in what can be a long week of caring for little ones.
“Playgroup gives us something to look forward to each week, and a morning where I don’t have to decide what I’m going to do to entertain the kids,” she says.
“It’s a low cost and a low-stress activity that gets us out of the house, and it’s an excuse to venture out to places I might not otherwise on my own with the kids.”
Not everyone has a positive playgroup experience, and you may need to try more than one to find a group that’s a good fit for you and your child. Sometimes, parents can be competitive, and it’s easy to fall into the trap of comparing your child’s milestones with others in the group. Remember, every child is different, and there is a wide range of what’s “normal” when it comes to babies and children. Try to be sensitive to others who may be finding parenting difficult, and be a good listener.
It is also possible to have the opposite experience, and you just may meet a group of supportive mothers that will become friends for life.
Brisbane mother of two, Anne, says that seeing other families at playgroup going through the same things as her family gave her the reassurance she needed as a parent.
“The best thing I learnt at playgroup is that everything is normal!” she says. “If you are experiencing something new, be it wonderful or difficult, chances are someone else is as well. Even if we couldn’t fix it, it was comforting to know that we weren’t alone.”
To find a playgroup near you, visit Playgroup Queensland.
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Springwood 2 Playgroup meets in the hall at Underwood Park in Rochedale South on Wednesdays from 9:30-11:30am. For ages 0-5 years. $3 weekly. Playgroup is held in a very relaxed, safe and friendly environment with indoor and outdoor play with craft for the kids to enjoy weekly also. Contact Sue-Ellen 0413 019 209 for more information, or contact Playgroup Qld on toll ...
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Birkdale Friday Fun Time meet on Fridays at 9.30 – 11.30am in the hall at 33 Thorne Road, Birkdale. We are affiliated with Playgroup Queensland and offer free play, as well as structured activities such as craft and morning tea. We charge $45 per term (this covers 10-12 weeks) and it is that price per family not per child. We are a small and welcoming group currently seeking new members. Contact Joanne Smith 042-215630 or visit to the Playgroup Queensland website.
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What: Support Groups for parents, carers and grandparents of children with a disability or chronic medical condition. A facilitator coordinates the group and organises guest speakers and activities and Play Helpers assist with children. Socialise and share ideas and information with others who understand the rewards and intensity of caring for a child with special needs.
When and Where: Various Times at Various locations
Open to: Parents and carers who are eligible for the Carer Allowance (child) for a child with a disability or chronic medical condition from the Australian Government Department of Families, Housing, Community Services and Indigenous Affairs. There are locations all over Brisbane depending on the challenges of your child. Supporting kids via AEIOU, the Down Syndrome Association and a variety of other associations.
For more information:www.noahsark.net.au, Phone Noah’s Ark Resource Centre 3391 2166 or access MYTIME via the website http://www.mytime.net.au or even through playgroup qld
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Are you looking for a playgroup in Brisbane? Here is a complete list of playgroups that we know are looking for new members. The best thing about this list is that we have all the contact details here for you, so you can feel confident in being able to approach the organisers. Be brave! make new friends, get out of the house and find an affordable way to have fun and relax with your Brisbane Kids or Baby. There are hundreds more playgroups across South east QLD and if you dont find one here to suit you then you should contact Playgroup QLD who will have others to choose from or you could also start your own playgroup.
This information is printed with the permission of Playgroup QLD and and is not to be reproduced without their expressed permission. NOTE YOU CANNOT REPRODUCE THIS INFORMATION OR CONTACT THE ORGANISERS WITHIN THESE POSTS FOR ANY OTHER WEBSITE OR COMMERCIAL USE. This information is only for parents seeking playgroups, friendships and connections. Feel free to send us your playgroup at fun@brisbanekids.com.au
Amberley with the Amberley Playgroup
Inala with Inala Uniting Church Playgroup
Mt Gravatt East with the Bumble Bees
Samford with Samford Playgroup
Aspley with Aspley Playtime
Arana Hills with the Arana Hills Gumnut Playgroup
Albany Creek with the Marvelous Monday Mums Group
Caboolture with the Pre Kindy Early Years Group
Caboolture with a group for Young Mums and bubs
Forest Lake Playgroup with the FLBC playgroup
New Farm with the New Farm Neighbourhood Centre Playgroup
Forest Lake with the Happy House 1 Playgroup
Taigum with the Taigum Treasures Playgroup
Crestmead with Little Squirts Playgroup
Bethania with the Bethania St Community Garden Playgroup
Marsden with the Marsden Early Learners Playgroup
Petrie with the Tiny Tots Playgroup
Aspley with Aspley Playtime
Samford with Samford Playgroup
Nudgee with the Nudgee Noodles Playgroup
The Grange with the Spanish Playgroup
Beachmere with the Beachmere Pelicans
Wavell Heights with the Little Lights Playtime
Ipswich with the Ipswich Cubby House Playgroup
Windsor with the Windsor Gumnuts Playgroup
Caboolture with a Steiner Playgroup
Mitchelton with the Young parents playgroup
Wooloowin Kalinga with the Wooloowin Kalinga Playgroup
Taigum with the Taigum Treasures Playgroup
Rochedale South with the Springwood 1 Playgroup
Amberley with the Amberley Playgroup
Logan lea with the Logan Lea Playgroup
Capalaba with the Kidstuff Capers Playgroup
Victoria Point with the Cuddly Koalas
Samford with Samford Playgroup
Eatons Hills with the South Pine Community Playgroup Eatons Hills
Rosalie/Auchenflower with the Giggles Playgroup
Caboolture with the Caboolture Pre-Walkers playtime
Ipswich with the Ipswich Cubby House Playgroup
Ipswich with the Busy Bambinos Playgroup
Brisbane with Tab Tots Arts and Craft Group
New Farm with the New Farm Neighbourhood Centre Playgroup
Rochedale South with the Springwood 2 Playgroup
Arana Hills with the Arana Hills Grub Playgroup
Ormeau at the playful possums playgroup
Marsden with the Marsden Early Learners Playgroup
Petrie with the Tiny Tots Playgroup
Samford with Samford
Narangba with the PCYC Kids Club
Wilston with the Wilston Wombats Playgroup
Wavell Heights with the Northside Beautiful Babes
Caboolture with the 0-5 EYC Playtime
Churchhill the the Churchill Playgroup
Darra at the Darra Playgroup
Alexandra Hills with the Koala Kids Playgroup
Petrie with the Playspace Playgroup
Beenleigh with the Beenleigh PCYC Playgroup
Victoria Point with the Victoria Point Mothers Group
Sunnybank with the Grubs Playgroup
Kangaroo Point with the little fishes
Samford with Samford Playgroup
Albany Creek with the Albany Creek Cuddlebells Playgroup
Boondall with the Boondall Gummy Bears Playgroup
Warner with the Little Nippers Warner Playgroup
Eatons Hills with the South Pine Community Playgroup Eatons Hills
Nudgee with the Nudgee Knee Highs Playgroup
West Chermside with the West Chermside Playgroup
Caboolture with the Caboolture EYC Early Explorers Playtime
The Gap with The Gap Playtime
Capalaba with Playgroup Capalaba
Mitchelton with the Community Centre Playgroup
Ascot at the Ascot Playgroup
Birkdale with the Bayside Multiple Mums Playgroup
Birkdale with the Birkdale Friday Fun Time Playgroup
Stafford with a Dads Playgroup
Logan with Mums and Bubs Logan
All across Brisbane with Irish Mums Group
Centenary with Centenary Early Childhood Playgroup
Logan with Parents and Poppets
Playconnect Playgroups for kids with ASD
All across Brisbane with a German Playgroup
Springwood with Families of Springwood
Narangba with Narangba Mums
Play Connect Playgroups for Kids with ASD
Morayfield with the Morayfield Mums Mothers Group
Kallangur with the Kallangur Mothers Group
Stafford with a Dads Playgroup
The Grange with the Spanish Playgroup
Murrumba Downs & Surrounding Districts Mums
Brisbane West Families and Mums
Redcliffe Online Mothers Group
A Facebook group for northside parents at Awesome Mums of Northside Brisbane
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Chicks meet on Thursdays at 9.30am to 11.30am at the Wynnum Christian Community Church, 161 Preston Road in Wynnum. Ages 0-5 years. $4.00/week. Informal Playgroup with a safe outdoor play area, group story/music time. Relaxed Playgroup with supportive time for mothers and babies. Weekly fee covers church hall hire and contributes to morning tea and art & craft materials expenses. Group continues to meet during school holidays. Contact Chantel on 0401 663 505.
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Sandgate Playgroup has been operating for more than 15 years and is currently under threat of closing due to low membership numbers. Weekly sessions are held on Thursdays at 9.30am – 11.30am every week (excluding one week over Christmas) in the recently upgraded Girl Guides hut at Burnett Place in Sandgate. A brand new sandpit will be installed for the Sandgate Playgroup soon, along with other fun activities such as dress ups, arts and crafts, bikes and trikes to ride on, books to read and the odd outing. The cost of this playgroup is FREE for the first two visits, then only $5 per visit or $25 per term (12-13 weeks per term). For more information, please contact Playgroup Qld, or phone Rachelle on 0498 138 448.
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Playconnect Albany Creek meets at the Albany Creek Community Centre on the corner of Ernie Street and Chapman Court in Albany Creek on Tuesdays during school terms from 9.30am to 11.30am. PlayConnect is a facilitated Playgroup for families with children (0-6yrs) where you can have fun, make friends, share stories and gain information about other support services available. As well as catering for children diagnosed with autism, PlayConnect welcomes those who are suspected of having an Autism Spectrum Disorder. For more information, please contact Playgroup Qld, or phone Susan on 0421 697 013.
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Especially for babies and young children aged 0-3 years and run buy an Early Childhood Professional. Come along for some fun songs, stories and playtime and chat to other parents in a relaxed environment.
Contact Emma for more a starter pack and more details cecplaygroup@ho
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Mitchie Funtime Playgroup meet on Tuesdays from 9.30 – 11.00am at the Mitchelton State School Hall, 47 Glen Retreat Road, Mitchelton. Activities are suitable for ages 0-5 and include play doh, painting, dress-up clothes, story time & craft. The cost is $2 per family per visit. We are an informal Playgroup with a regular routine and a safe outdoor play area, and currently seeking new members. Contact Tarnya on MitchieFuntimePlaygroup@yahoo.com.au, or visit the Playgroup Queensland website.
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