A day of play, discovery and connection brought local families together for the Boddington Early Years Network’s (BEYN) Children’s Week celebration on Tuesday, 27 October 2026. The event welcomed around 80 children and family members, along with Kindy and Pre-Primary students from Boddington District High School. The celebration encouraged children to explore and celebrate different cultures, reflecting Article 30 of the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child: every child’s right to use their own language, celebrate their culture and practise their religion.
Families connected through free activities including craft, face painting, library bag decorating, sensory play, story time, giant bubbles, climbing equipment and a cuddly animal farm. A “Wander the World” passport adventure encouraged children to explore the activities, collect stamps and exchange their completed passports for a free book. Children also had the opportunity to explore a St John Ambulance, while Smiling Starts, Anglicare and WACHS shared information and family support resources.
The Boddington Diner provided a free and healthy lunch for all attendees, and Cinnamon Skies Coffee Van provided complimentary coffees to the first 50 attendees. Together, these offerings created a welcoming opportunity for families to spend time together and connect with others in the community.
The celebration gave families a free, inclusive space to connect, learn and play, showcasing what local partnerships can achieve. BEYN thanks the volunteers, stallholders, sponsors and attendees who helped make the day a success.
This event was delivered through a partnership of the Shire of Boddington, Anglicare, Boddington Family Support Group, Boddington Playgroup, Boddington District High School, WACHS, Click and Collect Boddington, and Uplyft. It was proudly supported through a Meerilinga Children’s Week Grant, funded by the Department of Communities, Department of Education and Lotterywest.
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