We acknowledge the traditional custodians of the land on which we work, learn and play. We thank them for sharing their culture and knowledge through stories, language, art and song. We recognise the important role they have played for thousands of years and continue to play in caring for the land and waterways. We pay our respects to the Elders past, present and future.

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Kids in Nature Network(KINN)

Building a community where every child has the opportunity to play, learn, and grow in nature.

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Kids In Nature Network is a catalyst for connecting our kids with the natural world. We advocate for the benefits of spending time in nature, and link initiatives, individuals and organisations together, to enhance their capacity to engage children in nature.

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11.04.2026 — 22.04.2026

Nature Play Week

Join us outside! Nature Play Week is Australia’s biggest celebration of outdoor play and nature connection. More than a week, it’s a nationwide movement inspiring children, families, and communities to get outside and play.
 
Coordinated by Kids In Nature Network.
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Victoria
🌿 Nature Play Week Event
Burwood ~ Fossil Hunters: Nature Detectives Adventure
Dates
Location
07.04.26
Wattle Park, Burwood
Dates
state
Location
07.04.26
Victoria
Wattle Park, Burwood
Age Range
Cost
0-2, 3-5
$$35/$30
Address
Wattle Park, Burwood, Melbourne, City of Whitehorse, Victoria, 3125, Australia | Get Directions
Calling all young detectives! Join us on an adventure as Fossil Hunters and uncover the secrets of the ancient world. Children will become Nature Dete...
7 April 2026
$ $35/$30

Burwood ~ Fossil Hunters: Nature Detectives Adventure

Wattle Park, Burwood, Melbourne, City of Whitehorse, Victoria, 3125, Australia
Victoria
🌿 Nature Play Week Event
Junior Rangers – Minibeast Discovery
Dates
Location
07.04.26
Organ Pipes National Park — Keilor North
Dates
state
Location
07.04.26
Victoria
Organ Pipes National Park — Keilor North
Age Range
Cost
all-ages, families
Free
Address
Organ Pipes National Park, Organ Pipes Road, Keilor North, Melbourne, City of Brimbank, Victoria, 3036, Australia | Get Directions
Activity description: Discover a bug’s world with a Parks Victoria ranger. Get to know some tiny critters, their importance in the environment a...
7 April 2026
$ Free

Junior Rangers – Minibeast Discovery

Organ Pipes National Park, Organ Pipes Road, Keilor North, Melbourne, City of Brimbank, Victoria, 3036, Australia
Victoria
🌿 Nature Play Week Event
Big Bandicoot Backyard
Dates
Location
11.04.26 – 12.04.26
Ian Potter Lakeside Precinct
Dates
state
Location
11.04.26 – 12.04.26
Victoria
Ian Potter Lakeside Precinct
Age Range
Cost
0-2, 3-5, 6-8, 9-12, all-ages, families
Free
Address
Royal Botanic Gardens Cranbourne, Cranbourne, Melbourne, City of Casey, Victoria, 3977, Australia | Get Directions
Our great big bandicoot comes out of hiding. Come and say hi! Created with natural materials by artists Darryl Cordell, Vanessa Ellis and Trina Gaskel...
11 April 2026
$ Free

Big Bandicoot Backyard

Royal Botanic Gardens Cranbourne, Cranbourne, Melbourne, City of Casey, Victoria, 3977, Australia
Victoria
🌿 Nature Play Week Event
Nature Play Week 2026 Launch Event
Dates
Location
11.04.26
Royal Park, corner of Felimington Rd and Gatehouse street, near waterplay area
Dates
state
Location
11.04.26
Victoria
Royal Park, corner of Felimington Rd and Gatehouse street, near waterplay area
Age Range
Cost
0-2, 3-5, 6-8, families
Free
Address
Royal Park, Parkville, Melbourne, City of Melbourne, Victoria, 3052, Australia | Get Directions
Join us for a magical morning in nature as we launch Nature Play Week 2026 and celebrate 10 amazing years of Eco Explorers! Bring your family and frie...
11 April 2026
$ Free

Nature Play Week 2026 Launch Event

Royal Park, Parkville, Melbourne, City of Melbourne, Victoria, 3052, Australia
Victoria
🌿 Nature Play Week Event
Nature Play Melbourne Gardens
Dates
Location
14.04.26 – 15.04.26
Royal Botanic Gardens Melbourne
Dates
state
Location
14.04.26 – 15.04.26
Victoria
Royal Botanic Gardens Melbourne
Age Range
Cost
0-2, 3-5, 6-8, families
Free
Address
The Ian Potter Foundation Children's Garden, Melbourne, City of Melbourne, Victoria, Australia | Get Directions
Celebrate Nature Play Week and delight your child’s senses with free nature play experiences on Oak Lawn and in The Ian Potter Foundation Children’s G...
14 April 2026
$ Free

Nature Play Melbourne Gardens

The Ian Potter Foundation Children's Garden, Melbourne, City of Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
Victoria
Rockpool Ramble
Dates
Location
15.04.26
Barwon Bluff Marine Sanctuary
Dates
state
Location
15.04.26
Victoria
Barwon Bluff Marine Sanctuary
Age Range
Cost
6-8, 9-12
Free
Address
Barwon Bluff Marine Sanctuary, Barwon Heads, City of Greater Geelong, Victoria, 3227, Australia | Get Directions
Join a Parks Victoria ranger and learn all about the colourful and strange looking creatures that call the rock pools of coastal Victoria home. These ...
15 April 2026
$ Free

Rockpool Ramble

Barwon Bluff Marine Sanctuary, Barwon Heads, City of Greater Geelong, Victoria, 3227, Australia
Victoria
🌿 Nature Play Week Event
Mega Bat Chat
Dates
Location
15.04.26
Brimbank Park - Ford, Maribyrnong Valley Parklands
Dates
state
Location
15.04.26
Victoria
Brimbank Park - Ford, Maribyrnong Valley Parklands
Age Range
Cost
3-5, 6-8, 9-12, 13-17
Free
Address
Brimbank Park, Keilor East, Melbourne, City of Brimbank, Victoria, 3021, Australia | Get Directions
Australia’s largest bat, the Grey-headed flying-fox, has made a home at Brimbank Park. Find out about these fascinating creatures and watch them...
15 April 2026
$ Free

Mega Bat Chat

Brimbank Park, Keilor East, Melbourne, City of Brimbank, Victoria, 3021, Australia
New South ...
🌿 Nature Play Week Event
Bush School at Centennial Parklands
Dates
Location
24.04.26
Bush School Ash Paddock Centennial Park NSW, Australia
Dates
state
Location
24.04.26
New South Wales
Bush School Ash Paddock Centennial Park NSW, Australia
Age Range
Cost
3-5
$$35
Address
Centennial Park, Eastern Suburbs, Randwick City Council, New South Wales, 2021, Australia | Get Directions
Bush School – 09:30-11:30AM, Centennial Park Sydney. 2 hour program for children aged 2.5-5 and parents/carers. $35pp Tickets Want to get your kids of...
24 April 2026
$ $35

Bush School at Centennial Parklands

Centennial Park, Eastern Suburbs, Randwick City Council, New South Wales, 2021, Australia

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We acknowledge the traditional custodians of the land on which we work, learn and play. We thank them for sharing their culture and knowledge through stories, language, art and song. We recognise the important role they have played for thousands of years and continue to play in caring for the land and waterways. We pay our respects to the Elders past, present and future.

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