Whittlesea Early Years & Conservation Conference: THROUGH THE LENS OF A CHILD

Jun 09, 2022 - Jun 09, 2022

Plenty Ranges Arts & Convention Centre 35 Ferres Boulevard, South Morang

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Whittlesea Early Years & Conservation Conference: THROUGH THE LENS OF A CHILD

Jun 9 2022

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Whittlesea Early Years & Conservation Conference: THROUGH THE LENS OF A CHILDConnecting through landscape, wellbeing and educationA wonderful opportunity for Whittlesea Early Years Educators to be gathered in a space to strengthen community connections and collaborate on emerging issues on nature play, well-being and inclusive practices.We have three amazing keynote speakers:

COSTA GEORGIADIS: "I BELIEVE IN GARDENING THE SOIL AS WELL AS THE SOUL"NIKI BUCHAN: “HEALTH BENEFITS OF NATURE PLAY WITH CHILDREN - 7 REASONS WHY CHILDREN SHOULD BE OUTSIDE”ENTERTAINMENT: THE NQF THE MUSICAL! With Red Ruby Scarlet and Louise DorratThursday 9 June, 8.30am – 4.30pmPlenty Ranges Arts & Convention Centre35 Ferres Boulevard, South MorangPrice: $75Bookings: https://www.trybooking.com/BUUOT

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