Playgroup Tasmania acknowledges that we live, work and play on Aboriginal land, land of the palawa people of lutruwita (Tasmania). We pay our respects to the Tasmanian Aboriginal community, to elders past and present and to all those who continue caring for country, sharing stories and upholding rights.
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This year saw the culmination of many aspects of Playgroup Tasmania’s strategic projects including expansion of our high impact playgroup development focus.
We need volunteers to help establish Baby Village playgroups around our state.
This great new way to play focuses on babies and/or children who aren't yet moving around independently.
Playgroup leaders can now access easy-to-use resources and training online at the Playgroup Tasmania Resource Hub.
This year's Annual Report highlights how Playgroup Tasmania playgroups are connecting, supporting and flourishing Tasmanian families throughout the state.
Nominations close 5pm, Monday 10 October 2022.
“While Grandparents add to children’s lives, children add to their grandparents lives too. Many older people say that keeping up with their grandchildren keeps them young.”
B4 works to bring businesses, government and community together to give all Tasmanian children the best start in life.
As the saying goes, 'you can't be what you can't see' and it is our aim for all families to know that they have a right to feel safe at all times.
PALS playgroups are designed to support children with and without disability to play and learn together.
"My son is shy around other loud children in his face, at these groups he was able to watch other kids and understand how to play along side them without seeming uncomfortable."
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“We welcome more and more attention on the early years. Do not forget the parents' role as their children's first teacher - our parents need more support to do this, not this role taken away and given to childcare workers and teachers.”
– Playgroup Tasmania Family Voice Survey March 2021
"I enjoy being able to make a valuable contribution to the community and use my skills."