Collingwood Children’s Farm
Set along the Yarra River, Collingwood Children’s Farm is a much-loved inner-city escape where animals, open space and people come together.
Open every day, the Farm welcomes families, schools and community groups to meet friendly farm animals, explore the paddocks, enjoy hands-on experiences and spend time outdoors—just minutes from Melbourne’s CBD.
Now part of Wallara Australia, the Farm continues to grow its community impact as a certified social enterprise, creating employment opportunities for people with disability while preserving everything visitors know and love.
A Legacy of Connection
For more than 40 years, Collingwood Children’s Farm has welcomed generations of families to meet farm animals, explore open spaces and enjoy nature in the heart of Melbourne.
Today, that same experience continues as part of Wallara Australia. Every visit helps support a social enterprise creating employment opportunities for people with disability while preserving everything visitors know and love about the Farm.
A Working Farm with Social Purpose
Collingwood Children’s Farm is more than a place to visit. It’s a working farm where people with disability build practical skills through valued Supported Employment while helping care for the animals, gardens and visitor experience.
Every day, the Farm comes to life through:
- Caring for animals and the land
- Welcoming visitors from across Melbourne
- Supporting school programs and community learning
- Helping bring events and seasonal celebrations to life
- Creating employment pathways through a thriving social enterprise
Everyone’s Welcome
Whether you’re visiting with family, bringing a school group, volunteering or simply looking for a peaceful place to explore, there’s always something to discover at Collingwood Children’s Farm.
- Meet friendly farm animals
- Bring your family or school group
- Enjoy seasonal events and activities
- Volunteer and get involved
- Relax in nature beside the Yarra River
Why Partner with Wallara?
Certified Social Enterprises
Recognised by Social Traders for meeting national standards.
Procurement with Purpose
Support Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG), social procurement and supplier diversity commitments.
End-to-End Service
Commercial capability, clear processes and dependable outcomes.
Measurable Impact
Transparent reporting and employment outcomes.
Plan your Visit
Meet friendly farm animals, wander the gardens and enjoy a day outdoors just minutes from Melbourne CBD. Open 364 days a year.
