PERKS Parent Workshops Term 1, 2026
In 2024 the Southside Initiative teamed up with local southside primary schools and community services to pilot FREE parenting workshops to better support families with a particular interest on early childhood development. The workshops were well received.
Workshops are FREE and open to all southside (and northside) families to attend and in 2026 all workshops will be hosted at Mura Lanyon Youth and Community Centre in Conder.
Please note a light dinner will be provided plus there will be adjunct care provided for any children who may attend.
Speech Pathology - Friday 27 February, 2026
| Program | Details | Cost | More information |
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| Speech Basics For Parents & Carers |
Are you concerned about your child's speech or language development? Maybe you are on a waitlist for a speech therapist but you want to do something NOW to best support your child? Come have a chat with Sarah. Sarah Cording is a Certified Practising Speech Pathologist (CPSPS) and Member of Speech Pathology Australia (MSPA).
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Nil | Register |
Managing Big Feelings - Thursday 5 March, 2026
| Program | Details | Cost | More information |
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| Managing Big Feelings |
Managing Children's big emotions is challenging and part of everyday life as a parent or caregiver. This workshop will provide 3 clear strategies for helping children move through their emotions so they are able to re-engage with play, learning and daily routines.
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Nil | Register |
Talking To Tweens - Friday 6 March, 2026
| Program | Details | Cost | More information |
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| 3 Simple Ways To Connect With Your Tween |
Learn three effective ways to emotionally connect with your Tween / Teen. Emotional intelligence may be a better predictor of academic and career success than IQ!
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Nil | Register |
Occupational Therapy - Wednesday 11 March, 2026
| Program | Details | Cost | More information |
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| How Can Occupational Therapy Support My Child? |
What is Occupational Therapy and how can it help your child and your family? Do you have questions around sensory needs, emotional regulation or fine motor skills? Come along to hear from Julia and get some tips you can implement at home. This workshop is presented by Julia Brown.
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Nil | Register |
