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Find the best education events and make the most of your time in Mount Barker. From education to science and more, we have the biggest event range and best discovery experience, there's something for everyone.
Join our dietitian for a FREE information session to help parents pack healthier, more nutritious lunches and snacks for preschoolers.
Join us for part 1 of our 'How To' series as we learn how to protect ourselves online. Attendees will learn how to: Spot scams and suspicious links, Protect their money and identity, Create strong passwords and keep them secure, Bank online safely, Stay secure while travelling. This session is presented by team members from the Commonwealth Bank and supported by library staff.
Council staff will talk about the Community Infrastructure Grants and how to put together a quality application.
Join us for part 2 of our 'How To' series as we learn how to recycle those tricky household items
Mount Barker Creative Writing Group is a social writing group that values different ways of thinking, communicating, and creating. The group is welcoming of neurodiverse participants and is open to anyone with an interest in creative writing. The first come and try session is free. For ongoing sessions, the fee will be $5 per session. The group meets on Fridays from 10:30am to 1:30pm at the Mount Barker Community Centre. Participation in sharing and discussion is always optional.
Join the Mt Barker Business Group for an exclusive panel event designed to pull back the curtain on the essentials of business health and compliance.
A dedicated training space for professionals to come together to strengthen understanding in supporting victim/survivors of sexual violence. This training is designed for a range of professionals who may encounter sexual violence in their work practice. The session focuses on building the knowledge & skill required to recognise & respond to disclosures of sexual violence from people aged 16 years & over with a regional lens. The training incorporates lived-experience voice, real-world examples, & best-practice guidance to ensure trauma-informed, survivor-centred responses that promote safety, choice, & empowerment.
Join our women's shed program at the Laratinga Community Shed and enjoy the opportunity to learn some new skills with our highly experienced teacher Jocelyn Grant.
This powerful film follows young people who step up to tackle big issues in their communities and shows what’s possible when youth voices are heard and taken seriously. It’s a story about leadership, courage, collaboration and creating real, lasting change. After the screening, hear directly from young people across our communities as they share their experiences, ideas and passion for making a difference. Youth Development Officers from both councils will also be there to connect with you, answer questions and explore how you can get involved locally. This event is open to young people aged 12–25 who are curious about: Having a stronger voice in their community Influencing decisions that affect young people Building leadership skills and confidence Connecting with like-minded peers Turning ideas into action Whether you’re already involved or just starting to think about how you can make a difference, this is your opportunity to learn what’s possible. We’re also exploring the opportunity to form a group of interested young people from across our districts who would like to continue the conversation through hands-on learning workshops connected to the film. These workshops focus on practical skills, civic engagement and creating positive change, and could be the starting point for something powerful in our region. Come along, bring a friend, and be part of a conversation. Your voice matters. Your ideas matter. And together, we can create meaningful change in our communities.
Join us for part 3 of our 'How To' series as we learn how to support our neurodivergent family, friends and members of our community. Local author and counsellor Niki Bonfield leads a reflective workshop exploring neurodivergence, sensory experiences, and life transitions. Participants will gain insight into the challenges and strengths of neurodivergent people and explore practical ways to support their well-being.
Roll up your sleeves and step into the gumboots of a real farmer! Our Mini Farmer event invites kids to step into the heart of our garden for a morning of farm chores, animal care and discovery. Children will begin the morning on the lawns in front of our restaurant, where they'll receive their farm chores and baskets before heading to the garden to meet our farm team. Along the way, they'll learn how to care for animals, tend to crops, and get a taste of what life on a working farm is really like. Mini Farmer chores include: Feeding the chickens, Collecting the eggs, Picking fresh seasonal vegetables, Learning about harvesting, growing and beneficial garden bugs. The event will finish with children delivering their harvest to the kitchen, earning their mini farmer badge. Families are welcome to enjoy lunch on our lawns or in The Pantry. Please note bookings are required.
Thanks to our sponsors, Mount Barker Kia, Cornerstone College and the District Council of Mount Barker, The Science Collective returns to Cornerstone College in Mount Barker for the sixth annual Science Fair with some brand new attractions and plenty of your favourite activities of previous fairs. There will be two three-hour sessions on the day (10.00am-1.00pm and 1.30pm-4.30pm) and each session will have amazing science shows, engaging displays and plenty of hands-on activities to keep young family members busy for the entire session. SciFiBri's Fire, Froth & Fog Show is not to be missed. Prof Flint is back with an amazing palaeontolgy display and Animals Anonymous returns with an engaging Native Animal Show. SciWorld's huge inflatable planetarium will take you on a journey through the night sky and Roboroos will be there with a come-and-try robotics program. SciWorld's explosive Liquid Nitrogen Show is amazing and IgniteVR will be offering individual virtual reality experiences. The shows and attractions will be complemented by a range of hands-on science fun activities and an upgraded electric circuit challenge. The Australian Dalek Builders Union will have an impressive display of (slightly scary) Daleks with their regular (but hollow) EXTERMINATE threats. Hungry? No problems. The Lions Club of Mount Barker will be there with inexpensive BBQ offerings and the Crowded Table coffee van will be there with some sweet treats and fabulous coffee. We know that with costs rising in many areas a day out with the family needs to be affordable. So thanks to our sponsors we are able to offer FREE entry to all U/16s (but they still need a ticket) and have reduced the adult entry to just $8.