The Basildon Magazine's June 2015 Edition by Essex Business & Leisure Ltd

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Welcome to our June edition. Here’s hoping that June can kick start a glorious summer. I know I’m looking forward to having a few days out with the family that aren’t planned around the inevitable rain. We have an interesting article from Essex Police regarding their Essex Police push social media campaign on page 12 about how social media can help keep us and the police up to date on local matters. On page 34, we have 10 really simple tips for a healthy Summer, like turning exercise into fun outdoor activities with your family and friends. The Basildon Community Safety Partnership have provided us with another important article on page 38 that I would definitely recommend a read.

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Sudoku This month’s Kid’s Quiz offers you a chance to win a Party for 10 children at the popular Stay & Play children’s indoor play area in Basildon. www.stay-play.co.uk 01268 491511. Last month’s Quiz winner was Anthea Jones, Annett Close, Wickford, who won a Party for 10 children at the popular Stay & Play children’s indoor play area in Basildon. Congratulations Anthea! If you would like to advertise with us, the last day to get your advert in is 20th June. We can design your ad for Free and a Month’s Advertising to 20,000 homes costs from as little as £50. You can contact us on 01268 330271 or email at sales@ essexbusinessandleisure.co.uk. We do not vet our advertisers and take no responsibility for anyone who advertises with us.

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Police Push Social Media Page 12

Victoria Sponge Recipe Page 20

Crown Reduction & Thinning Page 24

Garden Section Page 24-29

Wedding Section Page 30

Are You Born to Perform? Page 32

Tips for a Healthy Summer Page 34

Win a Party for 10! Page 36

Community Safety Update Page 38

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