About Parks Week
1-9 March 2025
Parks Week celebrates the crucial role that parks play in fostering livable cities and vibrant communities. This annual event brings together communities right across Australia and New Zealand to appreciate and engage with their local parks and open spaces.
What's on in Wellington
Saturday 1 March
GranPam & PhilPop Show
Maffra - Macalister Park | 10am - 12.30pm
- Bring a picnic, blanket, or chair
- FREE interactive children’s show with singing, dancing, and story time
- Suitable for ages 0-7, but fun for the whole family
- Free face painting by Marshall Arts Face Painting
- Maddison’s Magical Popn N Floss, Quick Cuppa, and Mystery Ice Cream Van available for purchase
- Free event, no bookings required
Spoon Carving Workshop with Made by Gav
Sale - Nakunbalook Environmental and Culture Centre | 10am - 1pm
- Learn the art of spoon carving, including safe tool handling, wood reading, carving, and finishing
- Tools provided for this 3-hour course
- Suitable for ages 13 and over
- $15 with limited spaces – book online now!
Family Forest Therapy Walk
Heyfield - Apex Park | 10am - 12pm
- Guided Forest Therapy Walk by an Accredited Guide with activities to awaken your senses
- Proven health benefits: reduced stress, lower blood pressure, stronger immunity, and improved mood, thanks to tree-released phytoncides
- Family-friendly walk with activities for both children and adults
- Adults $20, Children $10. Bookings essential – email forest.therapy@bigpond.com
Park Run
Sale - Botanic Gardens, Lake Guyatt, Lake Gutheridge | 8am
- Parkrun is a free, weekly 5k event where you can walk, jog, run, volunteer, or spectate
- Registration is free and required before your first event – register online now
- Bring a scannable or saved copy of your barcode; no barcode, no time
- For more information, visit the Sale Parkrun Website or Facebook Page
Ask a Dog Trainer
Sale - Victoria Park | 9am - 10am
- Open to the public for dog training and behavioural advice
- Ask a qualified trainer about barking, digging, loose lead walking, or general behaviour
- Free event, no bookings required
Shredability Skateboarding Lessons - BEGINNERS
Sale - Skate Park | 1pm - 2pm
- Join pro skateboarder Renton Millar for FREE skateboarding lessons, perfect for beginners
- Boards and helmets are available to borrow (limited supply); bringing your own is recommended
- Free event with limited spaces – book online now!
Shredability Skateboarding Lessons - BEGINNERS
Sale - Skate Park | 2.10pm - 3.10pm
- Join pro skateboarder Renton Millar for FREE skateboarding lessons, perfect for beginners
- Boards and helmets are available to borrow (limited supply); bringing your own is recommended
- Free event with limited spaces – book online now!
Shredability Skateboarding Lessons - SOME EXPERIENCE
Sale - Skate Park | 3.20pm - 4.20pm
- Join pro skateboarder Renton Millar for FREE skateboarding lessons, perfect for people with some experience
- Boards and helmets are available to borrow (limited supply); bringing your own is recommended
- Free event with limited spaces – book online now!
Sunday 2 March
Maffra Community Market
Maffra - Island Reserve (behind Woolworths) | 7am - 2pm
- The Rotary Club of Maffra Community Market is held on the first Sunday of each month (except January)
- Features stalls with vegetables, honey, eggs, plants, alpaca goods, candles, soaps, cakes, slices, jams, woodwork, bric-a-brac, jewellery and more
- Free event, no bookings required
Community Sound Bath Meditation by Inward Shift
Sale - Powder Magazine Heritage Site| 9.30am - 10.30am
- Relax outdoors with a Community Sound Bath Meditation - let nature and soothing sounds guide you into a deep state of calm
- Bring a mat, blanket, water, and an open mind
- Tickets = $20 ($10 for the first ten bookings). Book online now!
Forest Therapy Walk
Sale - Botanic Gardens | 10am - 12pm
- Guided Forest Therapy Walk by an Accredited Guide with activities to awaken your senses
- Proven health benefits: reduced stress, lower blood pressure, stronger immunity, and improved mood, thanks to tree-released phytoncides
- Adults $30. Bookings essential – email forest.therapy@bigpond.com
Shredability Skateboarding Lessons - BEGINNERS
Stratford - Skate Park | 11am - 12pm
- Join pro skateboarder Renton Millar for FREE skateboarding lessons, perfect for beginners
- Boards and helmets are available to borrow (limited supply); bringing your own is recommended
- Free event with limited spaces – book online now!
Shredability Skateboarding Lessons - BEGINNERS
Yarram - Skate Park | 1.30pm - 2.30pm
- Join pro skateboarder Renton Millar for FREE skateboarding lessons, perfect for beginners
- Boards and helmets are available to borrow (limited supply); bringing your own is recommended
- Free event with limited spaces – book online now!
Monday 3 March
Baby's Day Out
Sale - Brennan Park | 10am - 1pm
- A fun day for children aged 0-4 and their parents or carers, featuring a jumping castle, face painting, petting zoo, trackless train with a station master, and Aurora the Mushroom Fairy with bubbles
- Activities and services include fun with Wellington Shire Council staff, Uniting Care, Maternal Health Care Services, NDIS, Proactive Policing Operative from Wellington Victoria Police, and the Toy Library
- Free sausage sizzle by the Sale Lions Club
- Coffee from El. Cappuccino and ice cream from the Mystery Ice Cream Van (available for purchase)
- Free event, no bookings required
Tuesday 4 March
Yoga in the Park
Sale - Guyatt Playspace | 10am - 11am
- A gentle yoga session suitable for beginners, those needing light physical activity, and anyone interested in mindfulness
- Includes gentle postures, stretching, basic breath work, and a guided relaxation to leave you feeling refreshed
- Wear loose, comfy clothing – mats available if needed
- Bookings essential – call 0456 455 595 to secure your spot
Wednesday 5 March
Ukulele in the Park
Maffra - Victoria Park | 10am - 11am
- Enjoy a lively concert with the Maffra Ukestra, an active ukulele performance group
- Sing along to a range of well-known tunes with audience participation encouraged
- The team will provide ukuleles and buddy up with interested participants to teach a simple tune
- Free event, no bookings required
Kid's Day Out
Yarram - Memorial Park | 10am - 1pm
- A fun day for children aged 0-7 and their parents or carers, featuring a jumping castle, face painting, petting zoo and Aurora the Mushroom Fairy with bubbles
- The morning will begin with a traditional welcome to the event, featuring an official opening ceremony dance performed by the local Indigenous group, Wulgunggo Ngalu
- Activities and services include fun with Wellington Shire Council staff, Uniting Care, Mel's Menagerie, NDIS, Proactive Policing Operative from Wellington Victoria Police, and the Toy Library
- Free sausage sizzle by the Yarram Rotary Club
- Ice cream from the Mystery Ice Cream Van (available for purchase)
- Free event, no bookings required
Forest Therapy Walk
Maffra - Victoria Park | 1pm - 3pm
- Guided Forest Therapy Walk by an Accredited Guide with activities to awaken your senses
- Proven health benefits: reduced stress, lower blood pressure, stronger immunity, and improved mood, thanks to tree-released phytoncides
- Adults $30. Bookings essential – email forest.therapy@bigpond.com
Thursday 6 March
Friends Of Sale Botanic Gardens Guided Tour
Sale - Botanic Gardens | 10am - 11am
- Explore the iconic Sale Botanic Gardens on a guided tour, featuring its history and notable Living Collections
- Free event, all welcome, no bookings required
Friday 7 March
Forest Therapy Walk
Heyfield - Apex Park | 10am - 12pm
- Guided Forest Therapy Walk by an Accredited Guide with activities to awaken your senses
- Proven health benefits: reduced stress, lower blood pressure, stronger immunity, and improved mood, thanks to tree-released phytoncides
- Adults $30. Bookings essential – email forest.therapy@bigpond.com
Outdoor Movie Night
Heyfield - Apex Park | 5.30pm (Movie starts 7.45pm)
- Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle on the big screen
- Families are invited to bring a picnic, rug, and chair to enjoy the movie, with free face painting by Marshall Arts Face Painting before it starts and some bean bags available for seating.
- Free sausage sizzle by the Heyfield Lions Club
- Maddison’s Magical Pop N Floss and Quick Cuppa Coffee Van available for purchases
- Free event, no bookings required
Saturday 8 March
Park Run
Sale - Botanic Gardens, Lake Guyatt, Lake Gutheridge | 8am
- Parkrun is a free, weekly 5k event where you can walk, jog, run, volunteer, or spectate
- Registration is free and required before your first event – register online now
- Bring a scannable or saved copy of your barcode; no barcode, no time
- For more information, visit the Sale Parkrun Website or Facebook Page
Outdoor Movie Night
Woodside Beach - Foreshore Playround Area | 5.30pm (Movie starts 7.45pm)
- Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle on the big screen
- Families are invited to bring a picnic, rug, and chair to enjoy the movie, with free face painting by Marshall Arts Face Painting before it starts and some bean bags available for seating.
- Free sausage sizzle by the Yarram Rotary Club
- Maddison’s Magical Pop N Floss, and Quick Cuppa Coffee Van available for purchases
- Free event, no bookings required
Macbeth - Shakespeare Under the Stars
Sale - Botanic Gardens| 8pm
- Experience the critically acclaimed production of Macbeth in a stunning outdoor setting
- Follow the gripping tale of power, fate, and guilt as Macbeth and Lady Macbeth’s ambitions unravel
- Pack a picnic, pop the cork, and enjoy an unforgettable evening of Shakespeare under the stars
- A must-see theatre experience
- Free event, no bookings required
Sunday 9 March
Energising Breathwork Session with Inward Shift
Sale - Grassed area behind Nakunbalook | 9am - 10am
- Breathe deep, move freely, and recharge in this powerful breathwork session
- This guided session will help you clear mental fog, boost circulation, and awaken your energy with dynamic breath techniques and simple movement. Not suitable for those with certain health conditions - check details & consult your doctor if unsure
- Bring a mat, water, comfortable clothes, and an open mind
- Tickets = $20 ($10 for the first ten bookings) Book online now!
Rosedale Country Market
Rosedale - Prince Street Reserve | 7am - 3pm
- The Rosedale Country Market is held on the second Sunday of each month
- Features stalls with local produce arts and crafts
- Free event, no bookings required
Sale Music Festival - Picnic on the Green
West side of the Port of Sale | 11am - 7pm
- Attend the inaugural Sale Music Festival at the newly developed Port of Sale Boat Ramp Reserve, featuring shaded seating and a picturesque location
- A great family-focused event with local musicians, children’s activities, picnics, and free entertainment
- Free event, no bookings required
Outdoor Movie Night
Port Albert - Rutter Park | 5.30pm (Movie starts 7.45pm)
- Join us for a screening of The Wild Robot
- Families are invited to bring a picnic, rug, and chair to enjoy the movie, with free face painting before it starts and some bean bags available for seating.
- Free sausage sizzle by the Port Albert Progress Association
- Free event, no bookings required
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