You’re Kidding Me Expo!

Fun for the Whole Family

Date: Friday 20th May

Time: 9:30 am - 12:30 pm
Cost: FREE!

We’re very excited to have the ‘You’re Kidding Me Expo’ happening at The Place on Friday the 20th of May!

The biggest child and family expo in the Hunter aims to improve accessibility to health, education and family services by connecting Lake Macquarie families to local services that support the learning and development of young children.

The expo will run from 9:30 am to 12:30 pm and families will be able to interact with more than 50 local service providers, including speech therapists, parenting programs and early learning services. There will be program sessions from Julie Logan Music, a reptile encounter and even a petting zoo! Local parenting and child-health experts will also be available to provide personalised, free advice.

Safe Travel Solutions will be offering free car seat restraint checks and there will be a dedicated parents room and kids entertainment area on site.

Bringing our community back together has never been more important and we can’t wait to see you at the expo!

To find out more and book a program session visit here!

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Celebrating 15 Years of Belonging With Our Community

by Cristelle Govender • 1 April 2026

You’re invited to celebrate a very special milestone for The Place as we mark 15 years of community, connection and belonging in Lake Macquarie. To honour this journey, we’re hosting a community celebration on Friday the 1st of May from 2:00 pm - 4:30 pm and everyone is welcome! The afternoon will feature our ' 15 Years of Belonging' public photo exhibition, showcasing the people, programs and moments that have shaped The Place over the years. We’ll also host a special community recognition event celebrating our long-standing groups and the incredible individuals who have helped shape The Place and what it is today. Enjoy food, music, entertainment and connection as we come together to celebrate our diverse and vibrant community. Whether you’ve been part of The Place for years or are visiting for the first time, we’d love you to join us. This is a free event open to the whole community, however RSVPs are essential. Please RSVP HERE , call (02) 4032 5500 or email programs@theplacecharlestown.org.au We look forward to celebrating 15 years of impact with you!