2018 Melbourne Festival Program
On Sunday 29th April 2018 the G2W Team of Presenters offered a
full program of workshops and forums in support and celebration of the
​girls and young women in our community. 

CHANGING BEHAVIOURS

FEATURE PRESENTATION
‘Changing Behaviours’ feature discussion and open forum with
G2W presenters ~ all welcome
10.45-12pm
​MAIN STAGE

#TheConfidentYou ​

FEATURE PRESENTATION FOR GIRLS & YOUNG WOMEN
An interactive workshop empowering girls to know the everyday superhero qualities they bring to the world and how to be confident being who they are. Hosted by Madeleine & Emilia Power of EM-POWER Youth Services (please note this workshop will be held alongside the G2W Feature Presentation, giving adults more opportunity to participate in this open forum).
10.45-12PM
ROOM: 1

ACTIVITIES IN THE 'TOWN SQUARE'

ALL DAY ACTIVITIES THAT WILL BE AVAILABLE IN THE MAIN HALL
This year will see more market stalls and a host of free activities for young people in the main hall. 
New Stalls:
  • Real flower Flower Garlands
  • Origami & Paper Crafts
  • Pop up G2W Radio 
  • Slime making workshops
  • Quiet Critter Craft 
Plus all the usual favourites:
  • Beading
  • Nails
  • Face painting
  • Living Resumes
  • Photo Booth
  • Group Mural Painting
ALL DAY

G2W ACTIVITIES

ALL DAY ACTIVITIES IN THE MAIN HALL & COURTYARD
  • Natural Beauty Tent - See our G2W Team to book your appointment
  • Artistic Expression - Fun art activities in the outdoor courtyard
  • Nurture Tent & Chill-out Zone - Available all day for Adults/Parents (only)
ALL DAY

G2W CAFE - Amazing food inspired by the
Northern Rivers iconic Belle Central

Proudly supporting our Melbourne event

MUSIC & TRUE MOVEMENT

HAVE FUN AND MOVE YOUR BODY – FOR ALL TO ENJOY
True Movement with Natalie Benhayon: an exercise class that young and old will have fun getting down to. Plus enjoy some live music.
12.30-1.30 
​MAIN STAGE

MOTHER & DAUGHTER DYNAMICS

AN INTERACTIVE PANEL DISCUSSION AND WORKSHOP
Mother & Daughter Dynamics - Breaking the Mould
A panel discussion that will (at times humorously) debunk common mother daughter dynamics as well as provide workshop exercises that will support mothers and daughters to deepen their appreciation of each other.
1.30-2.15
ROOM: 1

THE DAD's SESSION

A DISCUSSION AND WORKSHOP FOR DADS ABOUT RAISING DAUGHTERS
A forum for fathers to celebrate the many joys of raising girls while also exploring the many challenges and questions that might arise around supporting their girls as they become teenagers.
1.30-2.15
ROOM: 2

SINGING & EXPRESSION

LET YOUR TRUE VOICE BE HEARD
Facilitated by Rachael Kane and Carola Woods
Singer, Songwriter and Singing Teacher Rachael Kane along with local artist and Songwriter Carola Woods lead an expression workshop that mothers, daughters, brothers and fathers will enjoy.
2.15-3
​ROOM: 2

NATURAL BEAUTY TENT

BOOKINGS OPEN ALL DAY
Professional beauty therapists led by Kylie Jackson support girls to express their natural inner beauty - bookings open all day.
ALL DAY
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NURTURE TENT

NURTURING FOR PARENTS & ADULTS
​OPEN FOR BOOKINGS ALL DAY
For Parents / Adults – Nurture yourself with a hand massage or lower back massage provided by professional complementary healing practitioners on the day. All sessions are 20 minutes duration at no charge. 
ALL DAY

PARENTS' CHILL OUT LOUNGE

CHILL OUT ZONE - ​OPEN ALL DAY
The Parents' Lounge provides a relaxed space for you to connect with other parents and enjoy refreshments while your kids enjoy the many activities on offer in the hall.
ALL DAY
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