Gudjaga Waradba
Supported Playgroup For Aboriginal Women & Their Families
Gudjaga Waradba
Gudjaga Waradba is a supported playgroup created to provide mothers and their boori’s the opportunity to learn, grow and play together. Our goal is to provide a holistic and culturally safe environment for women to get together to yarn about motherhood and hold space for mothers and their children to connect through play. Gudjaga Waradba offers community an opportunity to connect with each other, learn about and connect to culture, and access culturally safe information about health, nutrition and child wellbeing.
PREVENT THE SPREAD
Please self-isolate if you have any symptoms of COVID-19, including a sore throat, coughing or sneezing, or flu-like symptoms. Call our reception to make a telehealth appointment with one of our doctors.
The benfits of Gudjaga Waradba for children:
- Provide opportunities to build attachment between mother, carers and children as they play together, and share time and experiences
- Holds space for cultural expression through storytelling, yarning, and connecting to Country.
- Provides opportunities for children to interact with peers, learn social skills, and develop their emotional confidence.
- Playgroup can help children develop the social and emotional skills they need to transition to school/ daycare successfully
The benfits of Gudjaga Waradba for mothers/carers:
- Playgroup can increase parental knowledge related to child development, early childhood learning and positive guidance skills.
- Playgroup can serve as a hub for information and referrals, connecting families with local resources and services.
- Playgroups can provide a supportive environment where mums can connect with other mums, share experiences, and learn about parenting strategies.
- Playgroups can help mothers/carers overcome feelings of isolation and build social connections within their community.
Gudjaga Waradba works in partnership with Noah’s Inclusion Service, and runs
every Thursday of school term. Morning tea is provided. Transport is available upon request.
Gudjaga Waradba FAQ’s
How Old Must My Child Be To Attend?
Waminda’s Playgroup caters for children aged 0 to 5 years.
Do You Provide Transport?
Yes, we provide transport from within the local Nowra area to and from Playgroup. Waminda has age appropriate, Australian Safety Standard child safety seats installed in our transport vehicles.
What Should I Expect?
Upon arrival you will be greeted by our friendly playgroup team and welcomed into our space. Mothers and boori’s are supported to engage in activities such as arts and craft, music, outdoor play and Walks on Country. Aboriginal stories and culture remain our focus during weekly groups.
What Should I Bring?
Please bring a hat and a drink bottle. Please note we often go for walks on Country and advise to bring personal Aeroguard and sunscreen if your child has sensitive skin and can’t use generic brands.
Who Can Attend Playgroup?
To be eligible to attend Playgroup you must be an Aboriginal woman or mother of an Aboriginal child, who is registered, or willing to be registered with Waminda.
Contact Playgroup
Noah’s Building at the UOW Nowra Campus
Building 303, Shoalhaven Campus, University of Wollongong,
George Evans Rd, Mundamia, NSW, 2540
Program operating hours are between
10:30am – 12:30pm Thursday.
For more information, including transport availability, please call;