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AT THE
LIBRARY
STORYTIME
Regular storytelling sessions, including a craft activity, are held
at 10.30am on Tuesdays and Fridays for pre-school age children
during the school term and at 10.30am on Fridays during the
school holidays.
BABY RHYME TIME
Give your baby a great start in their journey to literacy at Baby
Rhyme Time. Sessions are held on Mondays and Wednesdays
during the school term and on Mondays during the school
holidays. Contact the library for details.
SUE BEE’S READING HIVE
This is a fun and encouraging reading program especially for
children in year one. After ten library visits, young members
are rewarded with a book to keep.
SPECIAL EVENTS AND PROGRAMS
Check out the events calendar on the city's website for
special events such as Teddy Bears Picnic, Christmas
Storytime, writing workshops and youth events.
ORGANISED VISITS
Schools, early learning centres and community groups are
encouraged to contact the library to arrange special sessions.
Children's Classics Collection Reading Program
This program runs every school holidays and encourages
children to discover old time favourites and new classic
literature. After reading six books children can go in a draw to
win some great prizes.
LEGO™ CLUB
Lego Club is for children aged six and above. At the library,
Tuesdays at 2.30pm during the holidays. Bookings essential.
Library School Holiday Programs
A range of craft and other activities aimed at primary school
aged children are held on Tuesdays and Thursdays during the
school holidays. Bookings essential.
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Subiaco Library, 237 Rokeby Road, Subiaco
For more information, or to book, contact the city on
9237 9300 or [email protected]
Activities
AT
LORDS
BIRTHDAY PARTIES
Lords birthday parties are a fantastic way to celebrate your
child's special day. Tailor-made parties provide two hours of
fun-filled activities, food and laughs to suit your child's
interests and abilities.
Bookings must be made a minimum of two weeks in
advance, with a $50 deposit to confirm your
booking. To book, download a party form from
www.lords.com.au or contact 6229 6600.
SCHOOL HOLIDAY AND TERM PROGRAMS
A range of classes and activities are available for children
during the school holidays and school term.
Visit www.lords.com.au or contact Lords on
6229 6600 for the full range of classes, activities,
session times and prices.
LORDS CRÈCHE
Did you know that you don’t have to be a
member of Lords to make use of the crèche? All
we ask is that you remain on the Lords premises
and observe our two and a half hour time limit.
While your child is kept safe, happy and secure,
you can enjoy all Lords has to offer, even if that
means reading the newspaper and enjoying a coffee.
Lords crèche operating hours:
Monday to Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
8.30 am to 1.30 pm and 4 pm to 7.30 pm
8.30 am to 1.30 pm
8 am to 1.30 pm
9 am to 1.30 pm
Cost: $7.30 per session for non-members. Discounted fees
for members and multi-use packages are available.
Lords, 3 Price Street, Subiaco
For more information contact Lords on 6229 6600.
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Activities
AT
PCYC
Activities
Toddler Gym
Gymnastics programs for young children are held on Monday,
Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday mornings.
AT
PCYC
BAND REHEARSAL ROOM
Have a jam in the PCYC sound proof band rehearsal room.
Microphones and PA systems are available for use.
For more information, visit www.wapcyc.com.au or
contact 9388 2053 or [email protected]
Subiaco PCYC, corner of Thomas and Rokeby
roads, Subiaco
Classes for toddlers aged one to two and a half years are
at 9.30am.
Classes for children aged two and a half to five years
are at 10.30am.
GYMNASTICS
Become a member of PCYC to receive great savings
and offers. Prices for 2015 are $25 for a single or $50
for a family membership.
Classes for girls are held on Tuesdays and Fridays
from 4pm.
Classes for boys are held on Tuesdays from 4pm.
JUDO
Judo classes for children are on weeknights from 5pm.
POLICE RANGERS CADET PROGRAM
SCHOOL
HOLIDAY
ACTIVITIES
This highly rewarding youth leadership program is held on
Thursdays at 6pm. The program is free and is suitable for
young people in school years eight through twelve.
WRESTLING
Wrestling classes for children are on Mondays and Fridays
from 6.30pm.
SKATE
WORKSHOPS
The city organises a range of activities for children
and young people during the school holidays.
To stay informed about what's on during the holidays,
contact 9237 9317 to join the city's e-bulletin for
parents or visit www.subiaco.wa.gov.au
In conjunction with Skateboarding WA, the city hosts various
skate clinics throughout the year. All workshops are free
(helmets and boards provided).
Subiaco Skate Park, 450 Rokeby Road, Subiaco
For more information, visit
www.skateboardingwa.com.au or
www.subiaco.wa.gov.au/youth or
contact 9237 9216.
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Activities
SEE
SUBI ON
SUNDAY
WALKS
THE CORRIDOR AND SIR CHARLES
Compare the past and present as you explore the narrow
corridor that links north and south sections of Subiaco. Follow
the trail of old tram lines and learn about the life and legend
of civic leader Sir Charles Gairdner as you pass by the new
children’s hospital.
Get involved
awards
Sunday 8 March at 1.30pm
Start and finish at the car park on the west end of
Rosalie Park, near the intersection of Derby and
Aberdare roads, Shenton Park.
Sunday 10 May at 1.30pm
Start and finish on the corner of Lake and Excelsior streets,
Shenton Park.
The city proudly presents the annual Shaun Tan Award for
Young Artists. The award encourages imagination and
innovation, and is a great opportunity to develop skills in visual
arts. All school students aged between five and eighteen
years in Western Australia are invited to submit an original
drawing, painting or other two-dimensional (2D) creation,
no bigger than 1 metre by 1.5 metres in size. Exhibited
entries from 2014 along with the competition entry dates
can be found on the city’s website.
TIM WINTON AWARD FOR YOUNG WRITERS
MUM'S THE WORD
Celebrate Mother’s Day while exploring Lake Jualbup and
learning about the unique history of the Shenton Park area.
At the end of the walk, meet an artisan chocolatier
extraordinaire and enjoy a cup of tea.
SHAUN TAN AWARD FOR YOUNG ARTISTS
Image by
Shaun Tan
The city proudly presents the annual Tim Winton Award
for Young Writers. The award encourages imagination and
innovation, and provides a great opportunity to develop
creative writing skills. All Western Australian school students
aged between five and eighteen years are encouraged to put
pen to paper and submit an original piece of writing of no
more than 2000 words. Winning stories from previous years,
along with the competition entry dates can be found on the
city’s website.
Entry forms for both awards are available in April at Subiaco Library
or the city’s website www.subiaco.wa.gov.au
For more information, contact the city on 9237 9300 or
email [email protected]
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Get involved
awards
PHOTOGRAPHIC AWARDS
The city’s Photographic Awards is an annual event which aims to
encourage creativity, artistic excellence and community
involvement in the arts.
Get involved
SUBI
KIDS
CREW
The awards are open to amateur and professional photographers
in the Perth metropolitan area aged six years and over. Entries are
accepted in the Subiaco or Open categories and must be
submitted electronically. There are two youth prizes, awarded to
the best primary school and best high school photograph.
GRANTS
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT GRANTS
SUBI'S
FUTURE
FOR KIDS
The city’s Community Development Grants support community
initiatives that promote wellbeing and a sense of belonging.
Grant rounds take place quarterly and funding of up to $5000
is available for incorporated groups and up to $1000 for
unincorporated groups.
Turn your project idea into a reality. For more information, please
contact the city on 9237 9216 or email [email protected]
Children have an opportunity to contribute ideas
for city projects and programs and get involved
in community events. The program runs from
July to June, with applications open in May for
new members.
For more information, visit
www.subiaco.wa.gov.au
or contact the city on 9237 9317
or email [email protected]
The judges’ choice entries are displayed in an exhibition at
Subiaco Library during November each year. Visit the library,
check out the entries and vote for your favourite photograph.
Entry forms are available from June at Subiaco Library, the city’s
Administration Centre or online at www.subiaco.wa.gov.au
For more information, contact the city on 9237 9304.
The Subi Kids Crew is a unique opportunity for motivated
children aged seven to eleven years to develop a sense of
participation and civic responsibility.
Subi’s future – for kids is an exciting and innovative addition to
the city’s suite of strategic planning documents. The booklet
takes key messages from the city’s Strategic Community Plan
and Corporate Business Plan and puts it into language that
children can understand. The booklet examines the six focus
areas identified in the Strategic Community Plan and includes
activities to help children make the most of the booklet.
Contact 9237 9317 or [email protected] to have a copy
of the booklet posted to you.
VOLUNTEER
Volunteering can be fun, fulfilling and
provide you with many personal
benefits. Giving one or two hours each
week can make a huge difference to
others in the community. The city
can help you find a volunteer role
that is right for you.
For more information,
visit www.subiaco.wa.gov.au
or contact 9237 9325.
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For parents
PARENTING
WORKSHOPS
The city runs free monthly parenting
workshops. Topics are varied and may
include child resuscitation, behaviour
and boundaries, eating and nutrition
and sleep well workshops.
For parents
MUMS
WITHOUT
MUMS
For more information, visit
www.subiaco.wa.gov.au
or contact 9237 9317 or
email [email protected]
CHILD CAR
RESTRAINT
CHECKING/
FITTING
For more information, visit
www.subiaco.wa.gov.au or
contact 9237 9222 or
email [email protected]
BREAST
FEEDING
PARENTING
COLLECTION
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Lords crèche is available during
these sessions for $7.30 per
session and bookings are essential.
The city provides Subiaco residents with a free child car
restraint fitting or checking service at Kidsafe WA, located at
Princess Margaret Hospital.
Vouchers for this free service can be collected from the city’s
Administration Centre from Monday to
Friday between 8.30am and 5pm.
Proof of residency is required.
Subiaco Library is part of the
Breastfeeding Welcome Here
program and encourages mothers to
use the library to breastfeed. The space is
quiet, air-conditioned, fully accessible and
the library toilet is equipped with baby change table
facilities. The library also subscribes to the Australian
Breastfeeding Association’s Essence magazine, available
in the parenting collection.
The city runs a free fortnightly Mums without mums group on
Tuesdays from 10.30am to 12pm (except during school holidays).
It is a chance for women in similar situations to
support each other, share stories and talk
about raising their children over a tea or
coffee. The group is facilitated by a
local volunteer and open to all,
regardless of where you live.
For more information or to
attend contact 9237 9317 or
[email protected]
Lords, 3 Price Street, Subiaco
PARENT
E-BULLETIN
To find out first about all the activities and events that the city
has on offer for families, join the city’s parent e-bulletin.
To join, contact 9237 9317 or email [email protected]
CHILD
HEALTH
CENTRE
Child and Adolescent Community Health provides a
comprehensive range of health promotion, early identification
and intervention community-based services to children,
adolescents and families, focusing on growth and development
in the early years and promoting wellbeing during childhood
and adolescence.
For more information contact 9381 1867.
Shenton Park Child Health Centre,
334 Onslow Road, Shenton Park
Subiaco Library has a comprehensive parenting collection,
conveniently located in the children’s library.
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For parents
TOY
LIBRARIES
Toy libraries are community hubs where members can borrow from
a large variety of toys, puzzles and games. Two local toy libraries in
the city stock a wonderful range of toys for children up to five
years of age, and both have places for new families to join.
For parents
PLAYGROUPS
SHENTON PARK TOY LIBRARY
Subiaco Playgroup, Nicholson Road Reserve,
430 Rokeby Road, Subiaco
For more information, or to check vacancies,
contact [email protected]
Saturdays from 9am to 10.30am
Shenton Park Community Centre, 240 Onslow Road,
Shenton Park (enter through courtyard at the back)
For more information or to join, visit any Saturday
morning or email [email protected]
SUBIACO CHURCH PLAYGROUP
Subi Church Playgroup is a fun and supportive environment
for families with children aged up to five years. The playgroup
provides a place where parents or caregivers can meet and
support one another while their children are encouraged to
learn through play, socialising with other children, arts and craft
activities, singing and much more.
SUBIACO TOY LIBRARY
Saturdays from 9.30am to 11am (except Saturdays
of public holiday weekends)
Tom Dadour Community Centre, 363 Bagot Road, Subiaco
For more information, or to join, come along any Saturday
morning or visit www.subitoylibrary.com.au
PLAYGROUPS
The Subiaco Playgroup has a large nature discovery based outdoor
play area as well as indoor play facilities. Playgroup sessions are
held weekday mornings and afternoons for children aged five and
under and is a great place for parents and carers to meet other
families in the area. The playgroup premises are also available to
hire for children’s parties.
Subiaco Church Auditorium, 260 Bagot Road, Subiaco
For more information, or to join, visit www.subiacochurch.com
or contact [email protected]
SHENTON PARK PLAYGROUP
Shenton Park Playgroup is a safe and friendly environment
for pre-school aged children to interact with each other. It has a wide range of toys, play equipment and craft activities
and is the perfect place for parents or carers to meet on a regular
basis.
Shenton Park Community Centre, 240 Onslow Road, Shenton
Park.
For more information or to join, visit
www.shentonparkplaygroup.com
LOCAL
PRIMARY
SCHOOLS
JOLIMONT PRIMARY SCHOOL
657 Hay Street, Jolimont WA 6014
Phone: 9387 2622
www.jolimontps.wa.edu.au
ROSALIE PRIMARY SCHOOL
101 Onslow Road, Shenton Park
WA 6008
Phone: 9381 6011
www.rosalie.wa.edu.au
SUBIACO PRIMARY SCHOOL
271 Bagot Road, Subiaco WA 6008
Phone: 9381 5078
subiacops.wa.edu.au
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Adventure
CHILDREN'S
ADVENTURE
MAP
Get active
Experience Subiaco in a whole new way and go on a journey
using the Children’s Adventure Map and enjoy a fun and
healthy activity with the whole family. Explorers will answer
questions and hunt for clues while discovering the history
behind many of Subiaco’s most well-known landmarks.
KIDSPORT
For more information, or to obtain an application form, contact
the city on 6229 6635 or visit www.subiaco.wa.gov.au
Maps can be collected from Subiaco Library, Subiaco Museum
and the city's Administration Centre.
For more information, visit www.subiaco.wa.gov.au or contact
the city on 9237 9317 or email [email protected]
PLAY IN
THE PARKS
ACTIVE
TRANSPORT
The city has thirty-three parks spread throughout its five
suburbs. Twenty-three of these parks have playspaces that
contain play equipment and/or other elements for play.
For more information on the amenities at
each park visit www.subiaco.wa.gov.au
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The city holds many annual bike events, including:
SUBIACO BIKE TO WORK BREAKFAST – MARCH
A free breakfast is provided in Subiaco for anyone
who cycles to school, university or work on the day.
CYCLE TO SCHOOL DAY – MARCH
These parks are: JH Abrahams Reserve, Cliff Sadlier Reserve,
McCallum Park, Hickey Avenue Park, Mabel Talbot Reserve,
Jersey Street Park, Currie Street Park, Lake Jualbup, Nicholson
Road Reserve, Harvey Road Reserve, Rankin Road Reserve,
Austin Street Park, Rosalie Street Park, Henry Street
Park, William Street Park, Mueller Park, Subiaco
Common, Theatre Gardens, Market Square Park,
Trillo Road Park, Richard Diggins Park, Park
Street Park and Redfern Street Park.
Our newest playspace is Theatre Gardens.
This exciting, adventurous space
encourages children to explore and
connect with the natural environment
and engage in imaginative, creative and
challenging play activities. Key features
of the space include log and rope
challenges, puppet theatre, journey
pathways, water play and a mound slide.
KidSport makes it possible for all children to participate in
community sport and recreation, regardless of their financial
circumstances. The program provides eligible families with up to
$200 annually for each child aged between five and eighteen
years, to contribute towards club fees.
A free breakfast is provided at participating local
primary schools for students who ride to school on
the day.
WALK TO SCHOOL DAY – OCTOBER
A free breakfast is provided at participating local primary schools
for students who walk to school on the day.
For more information, visit www.subiaco.wa.gov.au or
contact 9237 9283.
SUBIACO
SKATE
PARK
Grab your board and get down to Subiaco Skate Park. The park
includes a street run, two bowls with cross over, drink fountain
and plenty of shade.
Skateboards, BMX and scooters all welcome.
Subiaco Skate Park,
450 Rokeby Road, Subiaco
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Events
FREE
COMMUNITY
CONCERTS
Events
The city’s popular free sunset@subi summer concert series takes
place on Sunday evenings between 5 pm and 7pm from mid
December till February. These family-friendly concerts are held
in various parks and reserves throughout Subiaco and feature
local and visiting artists performing genres from folk and jazz,
through to world music. Bring a picnic and enjoy the surrounds
with fantastic entertainment for the whole family.
The city’s free winter concert series, sunday@subi runs from
mid June till August at the Subiaco Arts Centre, 180 Hamersley
Road, Subiaco. The concerts run from 2pm to 3.30pm with
tickets available at the door from 1.15pm. One ticket is
distributed to each person until all tickets are allocated.
SUBIACO
MUSEUM
Subiaco Museum is open on Tuesdays to Fridays from 1pm to
4 pm and on Saturdays from 12 pm to 4 pm.
Visitors can enjoy the permanent and changing exhibitions
mounted in the museum's five display rooms.
Guided tours are available by appointment for schools and
group visits. There is no admission fee.
Also, look out for family-friendly events during:
• National Families Week (May)
• NAIDOC Week (July)
• Grandparents Day (October)
• Children’s Week (October)
• Community Safety Month (October)
For full program details and additional information please
visit www.subiaco.wa.gov.au/concerts
RACE
AROUND
SUBI
Get involved in Subiaco’s own amazing race! See Subiaco in a
whole new way as part of the annual Race around Subi. Teams
take part in challenges and answer questions all over Subiaco
to be the first back to the finish line. Great prizes are up for
grabs and there is a sausage sizzle for all competitors. The
October event starts and finishes at Subi Farmers Market, 271
Bagot Road, Subiaco.
For more information visit www.subiaco.wa.gov.au/youth or contact 9237 9216.
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For young
people
SPORTING
COMPETITIONS
Lords Recreation Centre offers quality court surfaces, qualified
umpires and affordable weekly fees. You can be sure to enjoy a
strong social competition at Lords. Social competitions run on
Monday to Thursday nights for indoor soccer, basketball,
netball, volleyball and dodgeball.
For young
people
PAPERMATES
For more information, visit www.lords.com.au or contact
Lords on 6229 6600.
SUBI VOICE
OF YOUTH
(SVY)
Young people aged twelve to twenty-five years who live, work
or study within the city are invited to join the city’s youth
leadership committee, Subi Voice of Youth (SVY). SVY is a
forum for any young person who wants to have a say about
what happens in their community and get involved in planning
exciting youth events.
To start reading and discussing, create a Goodreads account and
request to join Papermates via the group’s link.
For more information, visit www.subiaco.wa.gov.au/youth
or contact 9237 9216.
UPSKILL
SVY meets on the first Wednesday of each month from 5pm to
6.30pm at the city’s Administration Centre, 241
Rokeby Road, Subiaco.
For more information, contact 9237 9216 or
visit www.subiaco.wa.gov.au/youth
YOUTH
WEEK
National Youth Week 2015 runs from Friday 10
to Sunday 19 April and gives young people an
opportunity to express ideas, act on issues, meet
others and try something new.
The Subiaco, Claremont, Cottesloe, Nedlands, Mosman Park
and Peppermint Grove councils are coming together to offer
people aged twelve to twenty-five years an opportunity to
participate in a series of free activities as part of the western
suburbs Start Me Up National Youth Week music program.
For more information, visit www.subiaco.wa.gov.au/youth
or contact 9237 9216.
AMPFEST
AmpFest is an original music competition that gives
young people aged twelve to twenty-five years a chance
to win great prizes, develop skills, pursue a music
career and play in front of a live audience.
Are you passionate about young adult books and love to talk
about them with friends? Then join Papermates, the city’s young
adult online book club. Through Papermates you can check out
books that you may not have normally picked for yourself,
discover new authors, share your opinions with like-minded
readers and have the opportunity to attend exclusive author
talks and events.
Want to learn something new? Upskill is
the city's skills development program
for young people aged twelve to
twenty-five who live, work or study
within the city. A series of free
monthly workshops are held to help
develop both professional and
personal skills.
For more information, visit
www.subiaco.wa.gov.au/youth
or contact 9237 9216.
Grants
YOUTH ACHIEVEMENT GRANTS
The city’s Youth Achievement Grants support
young residents aged twelve to twenty-five achieve
their goals. Individuals may apply for grants to assist with
costs associated with participation in a state, national or
international event, competition or community project.
Applications are assessed upon receipt and there is no closing
date. However, applications should be submitted as early as
possible to allow adequate assessment time before your event.
Guidelines and application forms are available
at www.subiaco.wa.gov.au or contact 9237 9216.
For more information, visit
www.subiaco.wa.gov.au/youth
or contact 9237 9216.
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In your community
Barking
Gecko
Theatre
Company
Theatre-making ensembles run at Subiaco Arts Centre
every Saturday morning during school term, plus exciting
workshops are offered during the school holidays.
Programs are for children aged six to seventeen years.
Acting Up – ages seven to ten
Skilling Up – ages eleven to thirteen
Acting Intensive – ages fourteen to seventeen
School holiday workshops are also available.
For more information on
workshops or upcoming
productions visit
www.barkinggecko.com.au
or contact 9380 3080.
Barking Gecko Theatre Company,
180 Hamersley Road, Subiaco
Useful contact details
Organisation
Phone
Website
Healthdirect
1800 022 222
www.healthdirect.org.au
Princess Margaret Hospital for Children
9340 8222
www.pmh.wa.gov.au
King Edward Memorial Hospital for Women
9340 2222
www.kemh.health.wa.gov.au
Parenting WA (Department of Local
Government and Communities)
6279 1200
www.communities.wa.gov.au
Meerilinga
9489 4022
www.meerilinga.org.au
Playgroup WA
9228 3203
www.playgroupaustralia.com.au/wa
Commissioner for Children and Young People
6213 2297
www.ccyp.wa.gov.au
Ngala
9368 9368
www.ngala.com.au
Breastfeeding Helpline
(Australian Breastfeeding Association)
1800 686 268
www.breastfeeding.asn.au
If you would like to receive future booklets by email,
please contact 9237 9317 or email [email protected]
For more information about any events or information listed
in this publication, please visit www.subiaco.wa.gov.au