About the Fun Bus Mobile Playgroup
Fun Bus mobile playgroups are a free, fun and informal space where parents, carers, babies and children aged 0 to 5 years can come together to play, learn and connect in a relaxed outdoor setting.
Locations and times
The Fun Bus operates weekdays between 9:30 am and 11:30 am at different locations throughout the municipality of Darwin.
Note: If we are experiencing heavy rain, the Fun Bus program will be cancelled for the day. To confirm if the Fun Bus is operating, please contact us on 0419 031 651 or visit our Facebook page.
Indoor activities: Monday 30 March - Friday 1 May 2026
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Monday |
Darrandirra Child and Family Centre ** This session is for the families from the local area (Malak and Karama) ** |
Shop 27/16 Malak Shops Malak Crescent, Malak (For families in Malak and Karama) |
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Tuesday |
Malak Community Centre |
33 Malak Crescent, Malak |
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Wednesday |
Casuarina Library (1, 8 & 15 April) Malak Community Centre (22 & 29 April) |
17 Bradshaw Terrace, Casuarina 33 Malak Crescent, Malak |
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Thursday |
Malak Community Centre |
33 Malak Crescent, Malak |
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Friday |
Malak Community Centre |
33 Malak Crescent, Malak |
Download the Fun Bus Program: Fun Bus Flyer Monday 30 March - 1 May 2026
Outdoor activities: Tuesday 5 May - Friday 30 October 2026
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Monday |
Darrandirra Child and Family Centre ** This session is for the families from the local area (Malak and Karama) ** |
Shop 27/16 Malak Shops Malak Crescent, Malak (For families in Malak and Karama) |
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Tuesday |
Wanguri Park |
56 Lyons Street, Wanguri |
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Wednesday |
Jingili Water Gardens |
91 Freshwater Road, Jingili |
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Thursday |
Yanyula Park |
59 Yanyula Drive, Anula (behind Anula Shops) |
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Friday |
Bicentennial Park |
116 Esplanade, Darwin (near the playground) |
Download the Fun Bus Program: Fun Bus Flyer Tuesday 5 May - Friday 30 October 2026
Annual closures
Please note the Fun Bus does not operate:
- On public holidays
- During the December/January school holidays (6 weeks).
What to Expect at the Fun Bus
At Fun Bus, children can:
- Explore new experiences through play
- Interact with other children and adults
- Develop social, creative, and sharing skills
- Build confidence in a safe and welcoming space
- Strengthen bonds with parents and carers
The Fun Bus is not only a fun and engaging place for children. Parents and carers can benefit in several ways.
At Fun Bus, parents and carers can:
- Meet other parents and develop new friendships.
- Share ideas, information, concerns and experiences.
- Play with your children in a fun, safe and friendly environment.
- Learn and develop skills with your children through play.
- Discover new ideas for extra fun at home.
- Find out more about services and support within the local community.
