OceanXperience at WA Museum Boola Bardip
2026-09-04, 2026-09-05 | WA Museum Boola Bardip, WA Museum Boola Bardip, Perth, WA, 6000, Australia
Step aboard one of the world’s most advanced ocean exploration vessels without leaving dry land.
OceanXperience at WA Museum Boola Bardip invites families into an interactive underwater world inspired by real-life ocean science expeditions. Explore hands-on zones including Mission Control, the Wet Lab, Dry Lab and Bridge as kids discover how scientists map the deep sea, pilot robotic vehicles and uncover marine life hidden beneath the ocean surface.
Designed for curious kids and grown-ups alike, OceanXperience combines interactive environments, technology and real expedition footage from the Indian Ocean and beyond.
Perfect for a family day out these school holidays or a weekend adventure in the city.

Dates: Now showing until Sunday 11 October 2026
Location: WA Museum Boola Bardip, Perth Cultural Centre
Opening Hours: Daily, 9.30am to 5pm
Contact & Bookings
Book Now: https://ticketing.museum.wa.gov.au/74419
Phone: 9431 8413
Email: reception@museum.wa.gov.au

Freo Footprints
2026-09-04 09:00 - 11:00 (Australia/Perth) | LeisureFit Melville, 431 Canning Hwy, Melville, WA, 6156, Australia
This program encourages children aged 2-5 to participate in running, jumping, balancing & coordination kicking & catching skills.
Freo Footprints is a seven-week program packed with energy and excitement, where each 30-minute session gives children the chance to learn new skills, build confidence, and enjoy many exciting games and activities!
The program incorporates various forms of sporting equipment to enhance movement patterns, hand/eye coordination and listening skills, in a fun and highly engaging environment.
One week your child might be weaving their way through an obstacle course, and the next they’re kicking goals! Come join Freo Footprints and turn your little one into a future Freo Docker! Available at Melville LeisureFit on Monday & Friday mornings.
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The Legend of Moondyne Joe
2026-09-04 09:00 - 17:00, 2026-09-05 09:00 - 17:00 | State Library of Western Australia, State Library Theatre - Ground floor, 25 Francis Street, Perth, WA, 6000, Australia
Discover the legend of Moondyne Joe, a folk hero, bushranger and notorious convict.
Joseph Bolitho Johns is famous for his daring prison escapes. This vibrant children’s exhibition reimagines his story for younger audiences through history, storytelling and art, offering a fresh interpretation of one of Western Australia’s most iconic figures.
At the heart of this exhibition is the recently acquired collection of original illustrations and drafts from the much-loved picture book of the same name by Mark Greenwood and Frané Lessac. These are presented alongside heritage items from the State Library collection.
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Baby Rhyme Time at Cambridge Library
2026-09-04 09:30 - 10:30 | Cambridge Library, 99 The Boulevard, Floreat, WA, 6014, Australia
Help develop your child’s early literacy skills while you bounce and sing along to some classic rhymes and stories, in a friendly and welcoming environment.
Baby Rhyme Time is also a great opportunity to meet other parents of young children.
Baby Rhyme Time is held during the school term only. All sessions are free and do not require any bookings. Just come along!

Library Quiet Hours
2026-09-04 09:30 - 10:30 | Ellenbrook Library, 90 Main Street, Ellenbrook, WA, 6069, Australia
A welcoming, safe, and comfortable space for all members of our diverse community.

Come in during this time for a quiet library experience.
During Quiet Hour, we ask library users to:

Keep voices low
Take phone calls outside the library
Use headphones for all devices
Avoid noisy activities
Be respectful of Quiet Hour and other library users.

The library will:

Turn down phones and PC notifications
Reduce movement in the space
Keep conversations low to maintain a calm environment
Maintain a quiet environment by asking customers to comply.

We appreciate everyone’s cooperation in creating a peaceful and inclusive space.

Baby Rhymetime
2026-09-04 09:30 - 10:30 | Victoria Park Library, 27 Sussex Street, East Victoria Park, WA, 6101, Australia
Suitable for children 0-2 years
Filled with songs and rhymes to encourage early literacy.
When: Every Friday morning during the school term
Time: Choose from either the 9.30am or 10.30am session
Cost: Free

Buster | Fridays
2026-09-04 09:30 - 11:30 | Walyalup Civic Centre – Fremantle Library, 151 High Street, Fremantle, WA, 6160, Australia
Buster is a program aimed at children 0 – 5 years old, and their parents/guardians.

Join our Buster program every Friday of the school term in the courtyard at the Fremantle Library.
Our program:

caters for ages 0-5
offers a multi-sensory, hands-on, active and child-centred program
offers creative and fun opportunities for families to learn and play together
incorporates the five key areas of development and the childhood principles of Belong, Being and Become

Every Friday during school term | 9.30–11.30am | Free

Buster | Fridays
2026-09-04 09:30 - 11:30 | The Fremantle Library at Walyalup Civic Centre, 151 High St, Fremantle WA 6160, Fremantle, WA, 6160, Australia
Join our Buster program every Friday of the school term in the courtyard at the Fremantle Library.
Our program:

caters for ages 0-5
offers a multi-sensory, hands-on, active and child-centred program
offers creative and fun opportunities for families to learn and play together
incorporates the five key areas of development and the childhood principles of Belong, Being and Become!

Every Friday during school term | 9.30–11.30am | Free

STEAM for Toddlers
2026-09-04 10:00 - 11:00 | City of Mandurah – Falcon eLibrary and Community Centre, Flavia Street, Falcon, WA, 6210, Australia
Explore, investigate and look at the world around you.

Encourage your little one to explore the world around them and stretch their curiosity.
Join us for STEAM for Toddlers, an interactive program tailored for 2 to 5 year olds where we explore science, technology, engineering, arts and maths in a fun, messy and creative way.
Location: Lakelands Library and Community Centre
When: Every Wednesday at 9.30am
Location: Falcon Library and Community Centre
When: Every Friday at 10am
No booking required.

Nature Play
2026-09-04 10:00 - 11:00 | WA
Join us for this weekly storytime, inspiring wonder and curiosity about the natural world.
Have fun with activities and games designed to introduce young minds to nature’s beauty and diversity, nurturing a deep love for the great outdoors.
Enjoy craft activities using resources from the natural environment, encouraging creativity while connecting with nature’s elements.
Learn about the importance of protecting and preserving our world, instilling a sense of appreciation and responsibility towards cherishing our planets wellbeing.
Share a different story each week, then enjoy some simple unstructured play with natural elements including water, sand, soil, plants, leaves, twigs, and shells. Expect to get a little messy while having lots of fun.

Lakelands Library and Community Centre
Recurs every Friday
Next:

Fri, 27 February 2026
10:00 AM – 10:45 AM

Mandurah Library
Recurs every Friday
Next:

Fri, 27 February 2026
10:00 AM – 11:00 AM

Story Time
2026-09-04 10:00 - 11:00 | Mary Davies Library and Community Centre, 17 Settlers Avenue, Baldivis, WA, 6171, Australia
Story Time aims to encourage a love of reading and start developing many of the skills needed when starting school.
Aimed at ages 2 – 5 years. Free event run during school terms. Bookings are not required.
For more information contact Mary Davies Library and Community Centre on 9591 0800 or email rockinghamlibraries@rockingham.wa.gov.au.
If you have any specific needs or require accommodations in order to comfortably attend this event, such as visual aids, a quiet space, or accessible seating, please let us know.
Mary Davies Library and Community Centre has 2 ACROD parking bays (Nancy Alley), disabled toilet and lift access to first floor.
Children under the age of 13 years must be supervised by a parent/guardian at all times while in a City of Rockingham Library.

Exhibition | Creating Meaning
2026-09-04 10:00 - 17:00, 2026-09-05 10:00 - 17:00 | WA
An exhibition by Richmind and other artists, to promote the benefits of art for all our mental health.
Creating Meaning
✰ Opening Event ✰
Sunday, 4 January
2:00pm to 4.00pm
An exhibition by Richmind and other artists, to promote the benefits of art for all our mental health and raise funds for Richmind WA’s Mental Health Services Art Therapy Program, “HeART & Soul”.

Curated by Richmind’s Principal Artist in Residence and “Creative Therapies Coordinator David Giles
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The HeART & Soul art project began as a simple distraction activity created to support people through the Christmas period, a sometimes difficult and isolating time of year. The obvious benefits of meeting in a safe friendly supportive positive and encouraging space to create art, led to the program becoming ongoing and a new focus of Richmind’s recovery approach and brand.

This exhibition celebrates the numerous and profound benefits art can have on our mental health and the amazing diversity of ways people can express themselves creatively to support their wellbeing. The brief for the artists was “What brings meaning to my life?”
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40% of all sales donated to Richmind
Art demos by David Giles at 11.00am on
– Wednesday, 7 January
– Thursday, 8 January
– Friday, 9 January
– Wednesday, 14 January
– Thursday, 15 January
– Friday, 16 January

Painting as Therapy Workshops with David Giles
Sunday, 4 January and Sunday, 11 January

The West Australian Pulse 2026
2026-09-04 10:00 - 17:00, 2026-09-05 10:00 - 17:00 | The Art Gallery of Western Australia | AGWA, Perth Cultural Centre, Perth, WA, 6000, Australia
WA’s talented young artists are celebrated in this yearly showcase, gauging the pulse of young people who will influence, empower and shape the world we live in. The selected works provide a window into young people’s private, social and artistic concerns. It is an inspiring, rewarding and insightful look at the world through the minds of our most talented young artists.
The West Australian Pulse 2026 celebrates 34 years and features 63 works by 2025 Year 12 Visual Arts graduates from 43 schools across WA. This year’s exhibition delivers an exciting range of artistic approaches with the final selection showcasing the highest calibre of artworks produced across the State. The 2026 exhibiting artists examine themes ranging from self-identity – including cultural intersections, neurodiversity, sexuality, and mental health – through to processing loss, environmental concern, racial and societal inequality, and social pressures of conforming and performing through school and beyond.
Image credits – Margaux Parsons Measured By Waste 2025. Oil on canvas, coloured pencil and magnets, two parts: 121.5 x 91 cm (each). Santa Maria College. Axel Wood Pray for Peace, Prepare for War 2025. Oil on canvas, three parts: 76 x 61 cm (each). Hale School. Photos: Christophe Canato.
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Baby Rhyme Time - Seville Grove Library
2026-09-04 10:30 - 11:00 | Seville Grove Library, 78 Champion Drive, Seville Grove, WA, 6112, Australia
Spend quality time with your little ones and encourage their early literacy skills with songs and rhymes, as the City of Armadale Libraries host weekly Rhyme Time sessions.
The rhythm and repetition of rhymes helps babies and children learn about words, sounds and language. Bounce and sing along with your baby to some favourite nursery rhymes, and learn some new tunes to entertain and educate your baby at home.
Sessions are suitable for babies aged zero to two years. Siblings are welcome.
Bookings are not required.
Childcare centres and groups must contact the library beforehand if planning to attend.
Please leave prams at home when possible as space is limited.

Feed It Forward Community Day
2026-09-04 13:00 - 15:00 | 31 Balfour Rd, 31 Balfour Road, Swan View, WA, 6056, Australia
Milestones Swan View welcomes the local community into the Center every Friday from 1pm – 3pm for fresh fruit, vegetables and bakery items f

LEGO Challenge Club
2026-09-04 14:30 - 16:00 | Safety Bay Library, 197 Safety Bay Rd, Safety Bay, WA, 6169, Australia
Join us for a fun, all-ages after-school LEGO Club where creativity, building, and imagination come to life.
Aimed at all ages. Bookings are not required.
For more information, please contact Safety Bay Library on 9528 8611 or email rockinghamlibraries@rockingham.wa.gov.au.
If you have any specific needs or require accommodations in order to comfortably attend this event, such as visual aids, a quiet space, or accessible seating, please let us know.
Children under the age of 13 years must be supervised by a parent/guardian at all times while in a City of Rockingham Library

Drop-In at The Castle
2026-09-04 15:00 - 17:30 | The Castle Youth Space, 21 Discovery Drive, Thornlie, WA, 6108, Australia
Looking for a chill spot to hang out? Young people are welcome at our youth centres during Drop-In sessions! Meet new friends, play games, and just unwind with Youth Workers on hand.
Drop-In at the Castle is a program which provides a safe place throughout the school term for young people who enjoy meeting up and making new friends. There is a range of fun activities including playing table tennis, foosball, art activities, conquering games on the Xbox, 360 or the Wii and sports equipment. No registration is required to attend. Unless stated otherwise, all activities hosted during Drop-In are free and light refreshments provided.
Eligibility to attend Drop-In at The Castle
Eligible participants to attend this program must be aged between 10 to 18 years old.

Dates and Times
All Youth and Families programs do not operate on Western Australian public holidays, as listed on the Government of Western Australia’s website.
Please visit the School Holiday Drop-In at The Castle event page for when Drop-In at the Castle will be held during the upcoming school holidays.
Short-Notice Changes to Programs/Events (including Cancellations)
Facilitators schedule these much-loved programs in advance. In the event of unexpected circumstances, such as inclement weather or illness, scheduled programs may be subject to alteration or postponement at short notice. To ensure you stay informed and prepared for any changes related to this program, we encourage all participants to stay connected with the City of Gosnells Youth Instagram page as the date approaches.

Mobile Youth Truck – Mirror Park Skate Park
2026-09-04 15:00 - 18:00 | Mirror Park Skate Park, 124 Venturi Dr, Ocean Reef, WA, 6027, Australia
The Youth Truck is a custom-designed mobile youth service that provides a welcoming, free drop-in space for young people and access to youth workers for support, information and referral services. The truck includes amenities such as cooking facilities, gaming consoles, art and craft activities, sports equipment, tabletop and board games, free Wi-Fi.
The Youth Truck travels to various locations in the City of Joondalup, including local parks, schools and community events.
Eligibility: For ages 11 – 18 years.
Important note: Time and dates are subject to change. For updates, times and eligibility follow the Youth Services via Facebook and Instagram. Note subject to change and weather permitting.

Library Quiet Hours
2026-09-04 16:00 - 17:00 | Ballajura Library, 1 Kingfisher Avenue, Ballajura, WA, 6066, Australia

Library Quiet Hours
2026-09-04 16:00 - 17:00 | Midland Public Library, 45 Helena Street, Midland, WA, 6056, Australia

LEGO challenge free play
2026-09-04 16:00 - 17:00 | Victoria Park Library, 27 Sussex Street, East Victoria Park, WA, 6101, Australia
Kids aged 5-12 years old are invited to come along to the library to explore their creativity and make new friends.
There will be a new challenge each month, so come join the fun!
Bookings are essential and all LEGO will be provided.
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This is a free play session (staff will be on hand to assist) and all children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult at all times.

Tiny Doors of York 2026
2026-09-05 | WA
Maps available from the York Visitor Centre, or download.
Location: Various locations around York
Download Tiny Doors Trail Map Here

Toddler Time
2026-09-05 10:00 - 11:00 | Mary Davies Library and Community Centre, 17 Settlers Avenue, Baldivis, WA, 6171, Australia
These sessions are full of fun with stories, songs, finger plays and movement rhymes. Aimed at ages 1 – 3 years. Free event. Bookings are not required.
For more information contact Mary Davies Library and Community Centre on 9591 0800 or email rockinghamlibraries@rockingham.wa.gov.au.
If you have any specific needs or require accommodations in order to comfortably attend this event, such as visual aids, a quiet space, or accessible seating, please let us know.
Mary Davies Library and Community Centre has 2 ACROD parking bays (Nancy Alley), disabled toilet and lift access to first floor.
Children under the age of 13 years must be supervised by a parent/guardian at all times while in a City of Rockingham Library.

Solaris Repair Cafe
2026-09-05 10:00 - 12:00 | Solaris Cancer Care Centre, 80 Railway Street, Cottesloe, WA, 6011, Australia
Commencing on Saturday, 7 February 2026 at 10am to12pm, and occurring the first Saturday of each month at Solaris Cancer Care – 80 Railway Street, Cottesloe.
Items repaired, tea, coffee and cake by donation, chat, banter and good humour all free!

Saturday Storytime
2026-09-05 10:30 - 11:30 | Children’s Space, Ruth Faulkner Library, 213 Wright Street, Cloverdale, WA, 6105, Australia
Join us at Storytime on the first Saturday of every month for stories, rhymes and songs.

For families with children up to 6 years
This program will be held in the Children’s Space, Ruth Faulkner Library
In Storytime we sing songs, rhymes, read stories and play with puppets! Sessions are carefully designed to educate and entertain. We encourage active participation from all who attend while sharing ways we can foster children’s early literacy skills.
Tickets are not required for this free program.

Men in the Hood
2026-09-05 13:00 - 16:00 | Thornlie Park Centre, 50 Thornlie Avenue, Thornlie, WA, 6108, Australia
Men in the Hood

Is a nine‑month program runs one Saturday afternoon each month. You can drop into any session you like, or sign up for the whole series — which works best because each session builds on the last. The program gives blokes a chance to slow down, learn more about themselves, and find a bit more balance in life. It’s about building confidence, developing emotional skills, and reflecting on what being a man means to you. — stuff that can make a real difference at home, at work and in the community.
You’ll get to connect with other men, pick up practical tools, and walk away with things you can actually use in your day‑to‑day life.
Month 1: Program Overview and Starting the Journey
Month 2: Men’s Circle: Getting to Know You
Month 3: Men’s Work -The Deep Dive
Month 4: Cooking Class – Basics for Blokes!
Month 5: Men’s Circle 2 – Looking Back
Month 6: Self Care and Habit Creation
Month 7: Breathwork
Month 8: Men’s Circle 3 – What We Show / What We Hide
Month 9: Emotional Literacy and Program Close
Registrations Open 18th March
📍 Saturday: 18 April, 16 May, 13 June, 11 July, 8 August, 5 September, 3 October, 31 October & 28 November
📅 Thornlie Park Centre
🕤 1pm – 4pm

Register here
