Mansfield families celebrate Children’s Week together

Published on 31 October 2025

Local families came together at the Uniting Church on 22 October for a fun filled morning to celebrate Children’s week with a focus on children, connection and community.

Each year, Children’s Week is held across Victoria in October, celebrating the talents, achievements, and rights of children. This year’s theme, “Everyone Should Know Children’s Rights,” inspired a range of hands-on activities that encouraged learning, play and wellbeing.

Families enjoyed a morning tea and took part in activities that explored children’s rights, active play, healthy eating and understanding emotions. The event also offered an opportunity for children to meet some of the friendly community helpers who keep Mansfield safe — including members of the Victorian Police and Mansfield’s own State Emergency Service (SES).

Children also received a copy of The Invisible String, a picture book for all ages that reflects this year’s Children’s Week theme. The story explores the invisible yet unbreakable connections between people, helping children understand their right to feel loved, safe and connected to others no matter where they are.

Mayor Cr Steve Rabie dropped by to join in the celebrations and said it was great to see so many families coming together.

“Children’s Week is a wonderful reminder that every child deserves to feel valued, safe and supported,” said Cr Rabie.

“These events support the health, development and wellbeing of our youngest residents, while also shining a light on the importance of children’s rights. It was fantastic to see so many local families learning, playing and celebrating together.”

Around 70 people came along to enjoy the event, which was proudly supported through a Department of Education grant.

The celebration was one of several Council-supported events held for Children's Week. On Thursday 23 October, schools also embraced the theme by joining a guided community walk for the Active Footpaths initiative. The walk included interactive activities, a stop at the Mansfield Library and finished with a free community BBQ at the Botanical Park.

"Events like this are the heart of our community. Seeing teachers, carers and children all learning and laughing together shows just how strong and connected Mansfield Shire is. It’s a perfect example of what makes our Shire such a great place to raise a family."

The Supported Playgroup team would like to thank all families who attended and everyone who helped make the day special. If you would like further information regarding our playgroups, please contact the Supported Playgroup team on 0417 683 427.

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