Families Magazine - Toddlers & Families Travel Issue 2018 by Families Magazine - Brisbane

Issue 30: October / November 2018 www.FamiliesMagazine.com.au

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From North Lakes and Samford in the north to the Redlands and Logan in the South and out through the Western suburbs of Brisbane

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October/November 2018

Contents Welcome to our Toddlers & Travel issue

It’s our Toddlers and Travel Issue, so I’ve gone the extra mile for you guys and pulled the kids out of school and childcare and taken the entire family (five of us) to Bali so I can speak with certainty of expectations vs reality. We got a super cheap deal to stay in a 4-star hotel for a week for $600 with what we thought was an internet scam but turned out to be a Ponzi scheme. All we had to do was attend a one-hour ‘information session’ about their resorts and travel deals and then just ‘extend our mortgage’ to buy into the offer - bargain!

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Ready, Set… Kindy Do Kids Still Need Fairytales?

“When will we be in Bali?”

“We’re in Bali”

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... “When are we going home?” If you are planning a family holiday I’d recommend studying this issue carefully and learn from experts who remember to pack the correct charger for the iPads and don’t consider an authentic cultural experience making the kids watch PJ Masks dubbed in the local dialect! Yours in terimah kasih,

Simone Eclair

Simone Eclair insists she is a Brisbane comedian (but you can decide for yourself ). Follow her on Facebook/Twitter/Instagram (simone.eclair) if you are inclined or enjoy her blog and videos at www.simoneeclair.com

Families Travel Easy Camping Ideas for Families Have Wheelchair Will Travel Fiji for Families

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Families Fun Circle the family events you plan to do during October & November

“But when will we be in Bali?” “This IS Bali” “The hotel is Bali?” “It’s all Bali”

Education How to Support Girls to Choose STEM Careers

Luckily, we are waaaay too poor to participate in a ‘not to be missed opportunity’; we’ve been missing opportunities for years! Ha! The food is delicious, the weather divine and it’s nice hearing my kids whine in a new location.

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Next issue December/January 2019 – Deadline Friday 27 November 2018 Focus on Summer Days Out, Clubs & Classes & Activities. Brisbane readership over 80, 000 every issue. Published 6 times a year. Local magazines for families in Brisbane, Ipswich, Redlands, Logan and the Moreton Region. © Families Magazine 2018

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Ready, Set... Kindy! Starting Kindy is a big milestone in your child’s life, but there are lots of little things you can do to help them prepare for this exciting new experience. Set the scene

What do you remember about Kindy and Pre-school? Sharing your experiences can help your child get excited about Kindy and reduce any fears they might have about being separated from you. Drop the idea of Kindy into conversations with your child whenever occasion arises, and even do occasional drive-pasts so that it becomes familiar to them and won’t seem so daunting. Let your child know that Kindy is a great experience and that you will be there at the end of every day to greet them and hear all about it.

Get your child involved

Your child will appreciate feeling they have some involvement in the preparation for Kindy, so provide your child plenty of opportunity to ask questions and talk about it. Take them with you to choose their Kindy bag, water bottle and anything else they will need for day one, and let them help with naming their items if they want to – it’s all good cooperation practice! Be sure to choose items that your child will be able to clearly identify as theirs, and a water bottle that they can easily open and close without help. If you can, arrange a time for your child to visit the Kindy in advance so they can get an idea of what to expect. Knowing where to find the toilets, seeing other children engaged in fun activities, and meeting their Kindy teachers will all help to make starting Kindy a lot less overwhelming!

Build independence

Children don’t need to be able to do everything by themselves, but helping them become more independent with smaller everyday tasks can help to reduce their anxiety about being in a new environment. If your child can put on their own shoes, manage going to the toilet, blow their nose, wash their hands, and pack their own bag their confidence will shine.

Practice

Can you open your lunchbox by yourself? Do you want to practice packing your bag? Are you confident about using the toilet by yourself? Can you put your shoes on without my help?

Inviting your child to practice these skills at home will build their confidence and sense of achievement, helping them feel ready for Kindy. This is the time for parents to step back a little from the urge to do everything for their child.

Encourage cooperation

For some children Kindy is their first experience of being in a structured group environment. Planning activity ideas, participating in packing away, playing cooperatively, negotiating and working together are all important skills that your child will develop at kindergarten, and you can prepare your child by encouraging cooperation at home. Give your child little responsibilities like packing up their toys and putting clothes away, invite them to help you with tasks like setting the table or preparing lunch, and organise play dates and visits to play groups so that your child can practice their social skills. Play board games with your child to help them learn about taking turns, how to win and lose graciously, and develop numeracy skills. TIP: Local libraries are a great place to find structured craft sessions and workshops where your child can practice participating in a timed activity, as well as providing opportunities to develop literary knowledge.

Get into a routine

A day at Kindy is full of routine and you can help your child prepare for this by practicing a similar routine at home. Encourage your child to have breakfast, be dressed, and ready to leave the house in good time, and contact your child’s kindergarten in advance to ask what their daily schedule looks like so that your child can gradually adjust to it. If your child knows when to expect fruit and lunch breaks, quiet time, story time and active play they will feel more settled, and you can confidently look forward to seeing your child flourish. This article was endorsed by Banks Street Kindy, 15 Banks Street, Newmarket. For details of their enrollments, please call 3352 6940 or visit banksstkindy.org

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Do kids still need Fairytales?

The stories of Little Red Riding Hood, Hansel and Gretel, Cinderella, Sleeping Beauty, Snow White and The Snow Queen are all told in different ways; by different publishers, illustrators and theatre companies, but their essence remains the same. The same stories are told in Asian, Middle Eastern and African cultures in myriad forms. This is both the reason we love fairytales, and the reason we need them. They create a link from our personal histories to our future and they represent a constant moral compass which either replaces or reinforces a religious belief.

Fairytales and Stereotypes There is a view – not an unreasonable one – that fairytales reinforce the very stereotypes our generation is working hard to dismantle. Certainly, there are more than a few princesses to be found in fairytales, and female characters are either portrayed as pure and innocent of heart (the virtuous woman) or as evil witches (stepmothers and power-hungry temptresses alike). Male characters have very little emotional substance and tend to spend fairytales being brave and slightly daft. You’ll be hard-pressed to find a character with a disability or any minority representation. Because we’re so good at guilt, this very justifiable view might encourage you to collect up all those old books and toss them away.

Before you Bin the Stories… But before you do, consider why our children love these stories; why they boo and hiss the baddies on stage and fall in love with Cinderella year after year. Why are they happy to listen to these stories again and again

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and why do we, as adults, still remember exactly the feel of the pages of the Hansel and Gretel book we had as children? Because our children don’t see the stereotypes; gender, colour, disabilities, religions. They see only good and bad, right and wrong. Fairytales are very clear indeed about good and bad, right and wrong. Being kind to your friends is good, making your stepdaughter work harder than your kids is bad. Looking after your grandmother is right, luring children to their death in a house made of candy is definitely wrong. These clear messages may be exactly what our children need in a word full of social complexity. As adults we have a choice to read more into fairytales. But there’s a reason they’ve stood the test of time, and that is because they are deeply understood and appreciated by the very little people for whom they were written in the first place. Julie Englefield is General Manager of Brisbane Arts Theatre. She has two boys and makes up fairytales to explain why they’re not allowed to climb to the top shelf of the pantry when they’re hungry.

Education

How to Support Girls to Choose Creative STEM Careers!

The fields of Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths, otherwise known as STEM, continue to capture headlines in the media due to the importance these subjects hold for the future of our young people. As early as ten years ago jobs such as “Social Media Manager” and “Mobile App Developer” simply did not exist, and this trend of new jobs is showing no signs of changing any time soon.

How Can Teachers and Parents Help with STEM?

Promoting STEM at Home

So why are young people today, and particularly girls, choosing not to take STEM further? And as a teacher or parent, how can we contribute towards changing this?

We must all take on the responsibility of building both confidence and interest in STEM. At home, parents can encourage and promote natural curiosity about the world. This stimulates engaging discussions and questions providing an opportunity to show your daughter/s that they do not have to have immediate answers to everything. If they explore and make mistakes, they can make discoveries for themselves. It is important to allow our girls to get messy around the house or in the garden, allowing experimenting and experiences that are not always successful the first time they are tried. Practice predicting, measuring, observing and analysing. Encourage talk about Mathematics and Science, promote it, and engage in documentaries and films. Talk about what they have learnt in STEM related classes, share their enthusiasm, celebrate their successes, encourage any failures, arouse their curiosity and get excited! But most of all, let them see these subjects are fun!

One of the biggest obstacles STEM subjects face is the belief that these subjects are “difficult”, “challenging”, or “boring”. As teachers of STEM subjects, we believe the key to fostering more interest is emphasising to our students that these subjects are about fun and creativity, and particularly, creativity in conjunction with problem solving, to benefit people and society. We must move away from the direct and indirect messages we tell our young people that these subjects are “hard” and “geeky”.

Resilience & Role Modelling is Key One of the most detrimental conversations we can have with our children is that “we found it difficult and boring too!” This reinforces their belief that it is acceptable to give up. Instead, the message should highlight that working hard to understand new concepts and overcome challenges is a part of life, and that perhaps they are simply not able to do it “yet”.

Written by K Gibbs, C Lamb, L Mohan – Clayfield College. To find our more visit www.clayfield.qld.edu.au

Teaching our young people to be resilient learners, and not giving up at the first sign of difficulty, should be the priority message, and is key to changing this mindset. For girls, this message can make all the difference. A key motivator can be successful female professionals in areas of STEM. Access to these motivating, and often inspiring, role models broadens knowledge and ignites interest. Parents can often also be these inspirational adults in their children’s lives.

Choosing STEM at School Giving students the opportunity to engage in co- curricular STEM activities such as the STEM2PLATE Club, Double- Helix Science Club, Titration Club, Maths Club, Chess Club and Build to Fly Drone Club is crucial. Frequent opportunities are provided to interact with past students undertaking study in STEM related courses at university, visit universities, participate in STEM workshops, and engage in external competitions. By engaging with STEM concepts outside of the classroom, the aim is to highlight the importance of these subjects and their significant contribution to the advancement of society. The new Australian Digital Technologies Curriculum has made the teaching of digital technologies (including programming concepts and computational thinking) a “core” subject alongside Mathematics, English and Science at Primary School. Young children are learning how to programme with BeeBots, Lego Wedo, Sphero, Little Bits and Ozobots (robotics and coding). Introducing young people to STEM through creative play in Primary School is the key to fostering curiosity and interest. Showing children that learning how to programme, and studying Maths and Science can be “fun”, will set them up well for the further study of STEM in Secondary School. All of these afore mentioned activities, provide our young people with different ways and means to interact with STEM on a continual and ongoing basis – in and out of the classroom. This is incredibly important, as many young people lead very busy lives filled with sport, music and other interests that can dominate their time after school and on the weekend. Your Local Families Magazine - Brisbane October/November 2018

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The Easy Way to Get Back to Nature and Off the Beaten Track!

A real camping and fishing holiday adventure is the stuff that childhood school holiday dreams are made of. It’s the kind of rite of passage that many of us experienced when we were young, but that today’s children sadly often miss out on.

The Importance of Going Bush It’s the simple life. It’s the ability to turn off the clocks, timers, phones and devices and follow wherever the road may lead. It’s putting up tents and having them collapse down again, covering your children in giggles as well as material. It’s traipsing down bush tracks, fishing rods in hand, to find the perfect spot poised above a babbling brook. It’s everyone freezing to get a look at approaching wildlife – holding their breath as a wallaby inches closer and closer, only to dart away when someone steps on a twig. It’s cold mornings spent zipping yourself back into the sleeping bag, trying to catch a little more shut eye before the sun sneaks into the tent. It’s snuggling together in front of a camp fire, marshmallows on sticks at the ready, and scaring yourselves silly with the tallest of tales. It’s being together and finding yourself again after losing each other in the busyness of every day city life.

4WD Camping in Queensland Taking a vehicle and heading bush opens up a world of camping and fishing possibilities. It affords you the luxury of choice. You can camp on the beach, in national parks and on Stradbroke island. You can explore the beauty and wonder of South East Queensland by following tracks that you would not have been able to take in your usual mode of transport. You’re off road and the adventurous spirit infects your children so much that they stop asking for the iPad and start asking where to next. The ability to navigate terrain in a 4WD adds excitement to your camping adventure. Having real control over a capable vehicle will show you a different, wilder side of South East Queensland’s camping hotspots than you’ve ever seen before. This is Aussie holidaying at it’s very best and it’s the kind of experience that will be looked back on with great fondness for years to come. They say that kids will never look back and remember their best day of watching television. Chances are, however, that when they look back on their childhood that this will be the kind of trip they’ll remember forever.

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A Connection with Nature Forging a connection with, and an appreciation of, nature is of the upmost importance for our children. It allows children to take the opportunity to be peaceful, to be grateful, and to reflect. In a time when sustainability and environmentalism are popular issues like never before, allowing children to have immersive natural experiences like proper 4WD camping means that they can put this learning into context. They can see the beautiful forests, beaches, coves and fields that we are working so hard to protect. They can camp on the beach and listen to the waves crashing against the rocks as they drift off to sleep. They can be awakened by the chorus of one thousand native birds and they can gaze with wonder at the millions of stars they would never be able to see in their garden in the city.

Connection with Each Other

4WD Hire Brisbane

SE Queensland families are lucky enough to be able to hire recreational 4WD’s in Brisbane from a company called FleetCrew. Their vehicles not only go everywhere, including on sand, but they also come with the ability to be customised for your family’s preferences. There is a range of vehicles carefully chosen to suit the needs of most families and they’re also equipped with towing capabilities so you can take your caravan or camping trailer!

In a world ruled by alarm clocks and iPads, family time has never been as tenuous. There is simply very little opportunity to switch off from everything else and connect in with your little family unit.

What are you waiting for? Now’s the time to make those precious memories with your children and ensure that they do not miss this essential South East Queensland rite of passage.

4WD adventures offer the opportunity to really get to know each other again. Be it silly board games, long talks while walking down a bush track or the thrill of bouncing about in the back of a 4WD as it thunders over terrain, these holidays are a time for the family to become whole again.

Find your perfect 4WD to hire in Brisbane from Fleetcrew right now!

www.fleetcrew.com.au/product-category/recreational-4wd-hire

The bickering of sibling arguments fades like a distant memory as your children re-discover just how fun their in-built playmates truly can be. It’s enough to make you want to get out there right now, isn’t it?

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How do you afford to travel? We compromise when we travel. We may save in one area, like self-catering, but splurge on a special experience or activity.

Where is your favourite family holiday and why? I think Disneyland would have to be my choice. It’s the one place where adults embrace their inner child and kids see their parents in a different light. It’s wonderful to see families enjoying the Happiest Place on Earth together.

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We are always looking for cheap holidays for families. YOU 1 R TI CKE What’s your hot tip for our readers? I’ve always been a 5-star loving girl but cabins in holiday parks are a great way to holiday. They often have a prime location in holiday areas, you have more space, many are accessible, and you can self-cater if needed. Have Wheelchair will Travel at: www.havewheelchairwilltravel.net www.facebook.com/havewheelchairwilltravel @havewheelchairwilltravel

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C H O OS I N G T HE P ER F ECT F I J I RE S ORT FO R YOU R FA MI LY

Which Fiji resort is best for families? Our writer says she’s found the ultimate flop and drop paradise at Malolo Island Resort. Here are her tips for helping you to choose a child-friendly stay in Fiji. Done right, Fiji time is a great time for families. The pace is famously relaxed and the vibe luxuriously laid-back. With around 330 tropical islands to explore and many boasting world-class resorts, the task of choosing the right location to holiday with kids can be overwhelming. Familyfriendly properties like Malolo Island Resort make this look effortless but how do you know that you’ve picked a winner before you get there? Here are a few things to look for before you book.

1. THE DRESS CODE IS STRICTLY FLIP FLOPS AND SMART CASUAL Parents have so much to think about when preparing for a holiday. Any trip where you can relax in your casual gear keeps the process simple. Pack only the basics and fast-track your way to that holiday feeling. Better yet, when you get there, there’s no pressure to dress up for meal times or just hanging around the resort because everyone’s dressed the same and knows the drill.

Further, it offers adult-only retreats including day spa and pool.

3. THERE’S A GUILT-FREE KIDS CLUB Not all kids’ clubs are made equal, but if you can find one that taps into the local culture, then you’re onto a winner. Tia’s Tree House at Malolo Island Resort offers an educational and cultural experience for kids - you won’t find any games consoles here. The TV is only switched on late in the evenings and plays programs about marine and wildlife conservation. Sorry Disney! The staff go out of their way to make sure that every day is full of new learnings and fun - and you’ll get a scrapbook at the end of your stay to prove it.

5. THE PRICE IS ON POINT Most important to any holiday is making sure that you can afford it. There’s nothing worse than arriving at a fantastic destination only to realise that the Kids Club is too expensive or that there isn’t enough in the budget for holiday treats. If you like to know where you stand before you leave, book a resort that offers meal packages, includes the kids club and gives you free use of

Malolo kids can go on guided snorkelling adventures to sight incredible sea life, participate in a wildlife show by getting up close with the endangered Fijian Crested Iguana (only found on this island) and even spend a morning visiting the local school. Children aged four to twelve can go to Malolo’s Kids Club with additional staff available to look after younger children for an hourly rate. This club is pretty special - staff will even pick your children up from dinner so that you can enjoy that second course and a little-uninterrupted conversation.

2. THE RESORT IS PERSONALISED AND PRIVATE There are plenty of resorts that offer a cookie cutter service which can be great but if you want something a bit more special seek out a property that provides some exclusivity. A trip to Malolo is a short sea-plane, ferry or helicopter flight from Nadi International Airport and when you arrive, you’ll be rewarded with beachfront bliss, ocean views and famous Fijian hospitality. The resort comprises of 46 beautiful white weatherboard bures (Hamptons inspired), with some sleeping up to seven people. While Malolo is geared perfectly for families - it never feels over-run with kids because the resort is thoughtful spaced-out.

lunch. Families may also enjoy catching the ferry back to Denarau Port so that they can explore other parts of Fiji. Tip: Look up Rosie Holidays before you get there - they make travel and transfers in Fiji very easy.

beach and resort equipment. Do your research to ensure that what you pay for will be of good quality. Brisbane families familiar with the high standards at the Gallery of Modern Art (GOMA) may be impressed to know that the Executive Chef Ryan Ward from this awarded restaurant now calls Malolo Island home. Chef Ryan is at the helm of the resorts three restaurants, one of which is adults only - can you say date night and exceptional food experiences.

GETTING THERE: 4. OPTIONS TO VISIT OTHER ISLANDS AND EXPERIENCE A WIDER CULTURE Relaxing by the beach is great, but sometimes you want to see and do more. For an additional fee, the local staff can take your family on island tours. Kids will love experiences like running wild on Castaway Island - the set of the famed movie or being the only inhabitants at a delicious picnic

Fijian paradise is a 3.5-hour flight from Brisbane followed by a short sea-plane, helicopter or ferry ride to Malolo Island Resort. Getting there is part of the adventure. Once you arrive, don’t be surprised if you fall in love with the magic of Malolo and choose to keep coming back year after year. Our writer, Paula Geinitz of Jetsetting Kids, was a media guest at Malolo Island Resort. Opinions are her own, not solicited and correct at the time of publication. For more information visit: MaloloIsland.com

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Listings for everyone in every family! To promote your local family friendly event including school fetes and fairs, community groups, get-togethers and local festivals in the next ‘Families Fun’ listings (Dec 18/Jan 19) send your entry by 5pm on Friday 2 November 2018. Email Regina – Listings@FamiliesMagazine.com.au Listings in this section are FREE for most non-commercial ventures. Please check the details of the events listed before setting off in case anything has changed since going to print.

WHAT’S ON IN THE CITY?

- OCTOBER/NOVEMBER 2018 BRISBANE SOUTH BANK PARKLANDS

MoB Kids: Dream Build Budding architects get the chance to create their dream Queenslander using a template designed by BRISTOPIA artist Megan McKean. The distinctive architecture of Brisbane’s timber and tin homes gets a whimsical makeover by McKean Studio in this engaging DIY art project where you colour, cut and build a three-dimensional paper house to take home.

BRISBANE CONVENTION & EXHIBITION CENTRE

Supanova Comic Con & Gaming Supanova Comic Con & Gaming is a celebration of fandom, where the worlds of film and television, fantasy, comic books, anime, sci-fi, cartoons, books, gaming and collectables comes to life! There’s something for everyone, including ‘cosplay’ (costume-role play), fan clubs, musical performances, creative master classes, celebrity Q&As, wrestling, tournaments, competitions and an expo full of shopping possibilities. 9 – 11 Nov. www.familiesmagazine.com.au/venue/ brisbane-convention-exhibition-centre

QUEENSLAND MUSEUM Wild State takes visitors through five breathtaking environments – the arid outback, iconic eucalypt forest, tropical rainforest, sundrenched coastal zones and teeming marine environments. Monkeys! A Primate Story Go bananas for the world of primates at Queensland Museum’s latest exhibition, Monkeys! A Primate Story. Featuring 60 spectacular taxidermy specimens and articulated skeletons, Monkeys! is a unique

100% Brisbane In an exciting world-first, Museum of Brisbane has collaborated with celebrated Berlin based theatre company Rimini Protokoll to create a powerful and unforgettable interactive exhibition experience which brings together 100 residents who currently call Brisbane home. Bristopia As Brisbane grows they reflect upon the elements of our city that nurture and connect us. BRISTOPIA invites you to contribute your voice to this conversation by exploring the values you hold in relation to community, the environment and well-being.

Kids Collective There’s plenty to do at South Bank Parklands on any given day, but Thursdays are a must for kids aged up to five. That’s because Kids Collective, a series of free children’s activities, is on from 9am-1pm. Activities change every week, so you can hone your child’s existing skills or teach them something new! They can paint a masterpiece, chase a soccer ball, learn to dance, unleash their super-hero powers and so much more. Bookings are not needed. www.kidscollective.com.au www.familiesmagazine.com.au/venue/southbank

Good Food & Wine Show Good food and good wine is nothing without good company to share it with, and this year the Good Food & Wine Show, presented by Citi, is excited to again offer an exciting line-up of features to discover, taste, share and enjoy. Here is your chance to become immersed in all things food and wine, with returning show favourites and new, never before seen experiences and masterclasses. 26 – 28 Oct.

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chance to discover a collection that’s been over two centuries in the making. Ranging from the tiny mouse lemur to the mighty gorilla, get to know our closest living relatives through this hands-on, immersive exhibition. Until 29 Jan. Behind the Scenes Tour Delve into the mysterious unseen world of the Museum’s collection stores with the expert tour guides. The Museum is like an iceberg – only a small part of the huge collection is on display. Behind the scenes, they have an amazing world to explore, with millions of objects and specimens. This guided tour takes you behind the scenes for a unique chance to see the priceless collections up close and learn more about how they store and look after these precious objects and specimens. Bookings essential 17 Nov. www.familiesmagazine.com.au/venue/ queensland-museum

QPAC Giselle Featuring an international cast of La Scala’s principal and guest dancers, Giselle continues to thrill audiences with its contrast between sunny village life and a dark and terrible kingdom inhabited by spirits. A tale of unrequited love, betrayal and redemption, Giselle is the story of an innocent peasant girl who dies of a broken heart upon learning her beloved Albrecht is engaged to someone else. 14 – 18 Nov. www.familiesmagazine.com.au/venue/qpac

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MoB Sundays Sundays are family days at Museum of Brisbane. Take your young ones along, choose a character and create your own adventure for a special family-themed MoB Kids tour of Life in Irons: Brisbane’s Convict Stories, then head to the Dome Lounge for activities that will have the kids learning and creating, while having fun. Until 28 Oct www.familiesmagazine.com.au/organiser/ museum-of-brisbane

ROMA STREET PARKLAND Kids Collective Finding things to do with the kids doesn’t have to be a challenge, Kids Collective at Roma Street Parkland have done all of the hard work for you! There’s also food trucks on site if you want to grab a bite to eat during your visit. www.kidscollective.com.au Brisbane Fiesta Latina Brisbane’s Fiesta Latina is a Culture, Food & Music Festival that offers Brisbane’s multicultural society the diversity and liveliness of Latin-American culture. The event was created as part of the activities developed by LACA (QLD) to celebrate and share LatinAmerican culture with the wider community in Queensland. 12noon to 8pm. 3 Nov. www.familiesmagazine.com.au/organiser/ roma-street-parkland

QUEENSLAND GALLERY OF MODERN ART APT9 Kids As part of ‘The 9th Asia Pacific Triennial of Contemporary Art’ (APT9), APT9 Kids features 8 interactive artworks, hands-on and multimedia activities created by exhibiting artists, especially for children and families. Offering a rich

#FamiliesMagFun Sun 14 Oct Festitalia | Newmarket Festitalia is Brisbane’s annual signature event and Queensland’s Official Italian Festival in Brisbane. The wonderful food, wine, music and art is a celebration of life, love and family. Festitalia brings the memorable atmosphere, beverages, regional dancers, tantalising dishes and sparkling wines right here to Brisbane and is a family friendly event with many amusements and rides for kids. www.familiesmagazine.com.au/event/ festitalia-newmarket

participatory experience and curated to reflect key themes of the exhibition, APT9 Kids provides meaningful insights into the contemporary art of Australia, Asia and the Pacific. From 24 Nov. www.familiesmagazine.com.au/venue/ queensland-gallery-of-modern-art

SPARKLAB SCIENCENTRE Calling all inventors, thinkers, creatives, the curious and science enthusiasts, Queensland Museum’s brand new science gallery SparkLab, Sciencentre is open. SparkLab includes 40 exhibits in three zones allowing for flexible facilitated learning experiences; it also includes new science shows, a science bar featuring hands on experiments and demonstrations, and a maker space that gives visitors the opportunity to design, make, test and evaluate their creations in response to a ‘big question’ or challenge. www.familiesmagazine.com.au/organiser/ sciencentre

OCTOBER 2018 Until Sat 10 Nov Alice in Wonderland | Petrie Terrace This is one journey down the rabbit hole you won’t soon forget, as Alice ventures to the world of a very White Rabbit, a Mad Hatter and the evil Queen of Hearts. Prepare for a curious adventure in the muchloved Alice in Wonderland. Featuring all your favourite characters, Alice is sure to be a hit for the whole family. Brisbane Arts Theatre. www.familiesmagazine.com.au/event/alice-inwonderland-petrie-terrace/all

Fri 5 – Sun 14 Oct Oktoberfest Brisbane | Bowen Hills Oktoberfest Brisbane is proudly Australia’s largest German Festival and one of Brisbane’s major events! Join in over the weekends of 5-7 & 12-14 of Oktober, as they celebrate all things German. Take your family and friends to the Brisbane Showgrounds and experience the atmosphere and spectacle that is Oktoberfest Brisbane. See the Brisbane Showgrounds transformed into a mini Bavaria, showcasing some of Germany’s finest. Embrace your inner German, don your Dirndl and Lederhosen as Oktoberfest Brisbane 2018 promises to be incredible! www.familiesmagazine.com.au/event/ oktoberfest-brisbane-bowen-hills/all

Sat 6 Oct Unicorn Festival | Carrara An event dedicated to lovers of Unicorns, rainbows, glitter and all things magical! Experience the ultimate Unicorn-filled weekend, catered for the young & young at heart! There will be unicorn market stalls, unicorn pony rides, unicorn fun food, unicorn entertainment and a unicorn kids disco. Carrara Markets. www.familiesmagazine.com. au/event/unicorn-festival-carrara/all

Sat 13 – Sun 14 Oct Brisbane Open House | Various Locations Brisbane Open House is a free event, providing residents and visitors with the rare opportunity to discover the hidden wealth of architecture, engineering and history in buildings and places around Brisbane city. Held annually in conjunction with World Architecture Day, selected buildings are opened for the public with guided and self-guided tours to encourage them to explore, re-examine and engage with Brisbane’s built environment – opening eyes and minds to good design and curious spaces. www.familiesmagazine.com.au/ event/brisbane-open-house-brisbane

Sun 14 Oct Australia’s Biggest Duck Race for Cancer Research | West End 40,000 rubber ducks will flock to water for the show stopper event in the ‘race that quacks a nation’, with the first beaks over the line winning their lucky ticket holder a car, $25,000 cash or a boat. The fun-filled family day will also feature kids’ rides, shows and activities, live stage music, delicious eats from the Regatta Hotel and Ducks galore! www.familiesmagazine.com.au/event/australiasbiggest-duck-race-for-cancer-research-west-end Sat 20 Oct The Oyster Festival | Sandstone Point If you’ve never been to The Oyster Festival, now is the time to go. With an ocean of things to see and do, all for a small price of just $5 for adults and $2 for kids on the door, it’s one family fun day out! To top off an already amazing day, The Oyster Festival will also see Nickelodeon’s Spongebob Squarepants perform for all the little ones! Sandstone Point Hotel. www.familiesmagazine.com.au/event/oysterfestival-sandstone-point Sun 21 Oct Bulimba Uke Fest | Bulimba The first BUF was held in 2017. The day was a funfilled musical event with participation by people of all ages. Their fun and colourful “tropical” them remains but this year they are adding a little extra twist by inviting artists to perform at least one ELVIS tune in their act. www.familiesmagazine.com.au/event/bulimbauke-fest Sat 27 Oct The Gruffalo - Live on Stage! | Cleveland See the magical musical adaptation of the award-winning picture book ‘The Gruffalo’ live on stage at Redland Performing Arts Centre. Whether their favourite food is roasted fox, owl ice cream, scrambled snake or Gruffalo crumble, children 3+ will eat up this delectable tale about the adventures of a clever little mouse. Bookings: 3829 8131 or www.rpac.com.au www.familiesmagazine.com.au/event/thegruffalo-live-on-stage-cleveland

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#FamiliesMagFun City Council, which each year keeps getting bigger and better. This year it will be on Friday, 9th November, from 5.30 pm to 9.30 pm. There will be a section dedicated to a huge variety of food stalls, a mobile van with all the latest computer game, a pop-up library, plus all the other market stalls, activities, displays, rides and live entertainment. www.familiesmagazine.com. au/event/sherwood-community-festival

Sun 28 Oct Spooktacular - Harry Potter / Halloween | Bald Hills There will be Halloween and Harry Potter themed stalls outside the Bistro dining area and Mini “Diagon Alley” inside the Hotel from 10am – 3pm. Diagon Alley is Free to enter. Glen the Magician and a Harry Potter themed Menu will be available in the Bistro for 2 Lunch Seating’s - 10am - 11.45am and 12.15pm – 2pm. There will also be a Colouring in Comp and an Orienteering course for the Kiddies as well as Best Costume Prizes! Go dressed as your favourite Witch, Wizard, Warlock or Weasley! www.familiesmagazine.com.au/event/ spooktacular-harry-potter-halloween

NOVEMBER 2018 Fri 2 – Sat 3 Nov We Live Here | Brisbane This is our house. This is where we come together to create moments. Moments of waking, laughing, sharing, learning, and loving memories. This is where our memories are made, this is where they are kept, even after we’ve gone. Welcome to our house, come share our memories, our moments. We live here. A new work by Flipside Circus and Director Chelsea McGuffin. Commissioned by Metro Arts. Developed with Hummingbird House. www.familiesmagazine. com.au/event/we-live-here-brisbane/all Sat 3 Nov Brisbane Convoy for Kids | Redcliffe Go and join in for a day full of family fun! The day will include a convoy of Trucks, Buses, Utes, Bikes & Service Vehicles from Forest Lake to Redcliffe. At Redcliffe they will have free rides, petting zoo, raffles, auctions, displays, stalls, live entertainment, food & a bar. Money raised will be going to Hummingbird House which is QLD’s only Children’s Hospice. www.familiesmagazine.com.au/event/ brisbane-convoy-kids-redcliffe

Sat 3 Nov Children’s Festival, Springfield The free festival will offer a host of family-friendly attractions, including face painting, a free Red Bag , free raffle draw, $2 unlimited Land Train (Westside Community Care Fundraiser), a wide range of stalls, international food, a martial arts workshop, lion dance workshop, multicultural performances, Queensland Chinese Orchestra, the Studio of Performing Arts, Showbiz Express Circus & Dance, talented young vocalists Paris Morgan and Chris White, a fireworks spectacular and $10 unlimited rides. www.familiesmagazine.com.au/event/childrensfestival-springfield Fri 9 Nov Sherwood Community Festival | Sherwood The Sherwood Community Festival is a free family event, sponsored by Brisbane

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Sun 11 Nov Workshops Rail Museum Open Day | Ipswich Free Entry on Museum Open Day. Join in and explore more than 150 years of rail history at the Museum. At 10:30am a Remembrance Day service will be held at The Workshops War Memorial. Visitors are encouraged to attend and observe one minute of silence at 11am. Explore BrisStyle’s signature range of hand-made and one-off market items. Enjoy a meal at the Museum cafe or bring a picnic - the Museum grounds are yours to enjoy! www.familiesmagazine.com.au/event/ workshops-rail-museum-open-day-ipswich From Sat 17 Nov Dr Seuss’s The Cat in the Hat | Petrie Terrace From the moment his tall, redand-white-striped hat appears around the door, The Cat in the Hat is sure to take Sally and her brother on a mischievous and unforgettable day. A lively and engaging play, not a word has been touched or added to Dr Seuss’s classic book, ensuring you will be transported into a world you have only ever imagined. Brisbane Arts Theatre. www.familiesmagazine.com.au/event/ dr-seusss-the-cat-in-the-hat-petrie-terrace/all

Local Clubs & Classes Directory

Clubs, Classes & Activities

around Greater Brisbane for adults and children aged 0 - 17. If you would like a listing for your club, class or activity in our next issue’s inclusive directory, contact us now! Email: Listings@FamiliesMagazine.com.au Compiled by Regina Gleeson NS = Northside SS = Southside

CLASSES FOR ADULTS

STEM CLASSES

CareerSmart Mums (NS) Struggling to find your

Fox Blocks (NS) is a unique and innovative engineering and construction program for kids. Developed by Flying Fox Studios educators, and run in Brisbane since 2009, Fox Blocks is one of Brisbane’s longest running STEM focused kids extracurricular activities. Fox Blocks classes combine STEM concepts in a fun and creative way, with weekly classes for children from 3.5 years of age to Grade 7. The Fox Blocks program is so much more than one single branch of the STEM tree. Whether it be learning about physics by building a theme park, discovering historical engineering with the wonders of the world, or coding an arduino powered traffic light, Fox Blocks is unique in every way. 3855 1528 www.flyingfoxstudios.com.au

way back to work? CareerSmart Mums is a proven program which gives you the skills, confidence and support to revitalise your career. Engage in a flexible online course, or in-person workshop over 4 sessions at Everton Park. Participants receive a comprehensive career guide, ongoing support, monthly newsletter and Facebook network to accelerate your successful return to work. The program is delivered by qualified career coach and mum, Donna Thistlethwaite. Next in-person workshop is 22/8/18 and 8/11/18. Call Donna to learn more on 0419 120 601 or visit CareerSmart Mums on Facebook and www.careersmartmums.com.au

Flipside Circus (NS) Leave your dramas, inhibitions and spandex at the door and avoid crowded gym rooms and repetitive workouts. Achieve fitness goals in a supportive and encouraging environment. Learn circus tricks that will amaze your friends (and yourself!) All circus activities are scalable to suit your individual goals. 3352 7233   www.flipsidecircus.org.au

Men’s Shed (NS & SS) An organisation that is accessible to all men and whose primary activity is the provision of a safe and friendly environment where men are able to work on meaningful projects at their own pace in their own time in the company of other men. A major objective is to advance the well-being and health of their male members. 1300 550 009 www.mensshed.org

Paediatric First Aid Courses Kidsafe QLD (NS & SS) Injury prevention and first aid instruction Recommended for pregnant couples, parents, grandparents, babysitters and other carers of children, this 4.5hr programme includes an in-depth injury prevention talk followed by practical paediatric first aid including CPR for babies and toddlers. Other injury prevention talks and tours available.  3854 1829 www.kidsafeqld.com.au Kidsafe QLD (NS & SS) qualified staff can install

LANGUAGE & BABY DEVELOPMENT Flipside Circus (NS) Flipside circus offers classes for people aged 1 and up! Their Wriggles and Giggles classes introduce toddlers and parents to the world of circus through fun, interactive workshops designed to improve gross and fine motor skills, social development and physical abilities. 3352 7233 www.flipsidecircus.org.au

Sign Language Deaf Services Queensland (SS) offers a range of Community Auslan classes aimed at introducing basic Auslan conversational skills to participants. The community courses are informal and relaxed, follow the school terms, and run for two hours per week for a total of 8 weeks. DSQ has a wonderful team of experienced teachers who are all fluent users of the language and who make the classes engaging and fun. DSQ also offer accredited courses in Auslan for those wanting a more formal qualification in the language. 3892 8500 www.deafservicesqld.org.au/learntosign

ACTIVITY CENTRES

their quality cafe. Their indoor play centres are safe and secure where kids can have hours of fun climbing, sliding, jumping and spinning. 4 Brisbane locations. www.lollipopsplayland.com.au

Skyzone Indoor Trampoline Park (SS) Sky Zone Macgregor isn’t just any indoor trampoline park. It’s hundreds of trampolines, connected to form a single massive trampoline that literally allows you to jump off the walls. If that’s not enough excitement for you, Sky Zone Macgregor now has Sky Climb! Over 20 different climbing obstacles for you to reach new heights on...but wait...there’s more...Skyland Laser is a 3-storey laser tag arena that holds up to 40 players battling it out in a cloud-filled wonderland. That’s right, you read correctly. A Trampoline park with a climbing arena and laser tag! So, what are you waiting for? 13 75 99 www.skyzone.com.au Tiddlywinks Dance & Play Café (NS) Tiddlywinks Dance and Play Cafe is a family owned and operated entertainment venue, providing a unique dance and play experience for children up to 11 years old. They also have dance programmes and party facilities.  3266 8484 www.tiddlywinks.com.au

Urban Xtreme (NS) in Hendra is making active adventure sports accessible, achievable and affordable for all. Their unique mix of activities is suitable for all ages & abilities. Simulated skiing & snowboard, laser tag, jump, playland and fun climb is now open with more activities to come! They do birthday parties too! 1300 [URBANX] 872 269 www.urban-xtreme.com.au

MUSIC Kindermusik at Flying Fox Studios (NS) Music and movement classes from newborn to 7 yrs. Kindermusik classes encourage babies & children to develop language, social, emotional, & physical skills as well—all in the context of joyful, musically rich play! 3855 1528 www.flyingfoxstudios.com.au Neighbourhood Creche Music and Dance Classes: (NS) Go casually for just $8 per child.

and check your child car seat. They also hire baby seats for a couple of weeks or 6 months as required. When you purchase a child car seat from Kidsafe you get 10% off the RRP and installed at half price! If that seat doesn’t fit in your car or is not suitable for your child their professional staff can assist in the selection of another, more suitable seat. Call for an appointment. 3854 1829  www.kidsafeqld.com.au

Chipmunks Playland & Café (NS & SS) Visit

CLASSES FOR CHILDREN

appointed circus training facility that is available for individuals or small groups to use during our open training sessions. Open training is perfect for industry professionals and advanced students who wish to work on enhancing their skills or developing new acts. 3352 7233 www.flipsidecircus.org.au

Queensland Show Choir (NS & SS) With programs for babies up to adults, QSC provides quality music education and choral experiences for the whole family. The benefits of early childhood music can be seen in many areas from language development to social skills, not to mention it’s great fun! 3257 4905 www.queenslandshowchoir.com.au

Lollipop’s Playland & Café (NS &SS) Are great

Wee Make Music (NS & SS) Awaken a lifetime

Arts & Craft ZoomArt for Kids (NS) Art classes for children in a fun and friendly environment. 6 different age levels from 2 yrs to Grade 12. Designed for the intentional development of the child’s skills, observations, thinking, and experiences in the visual arts. 3855 1528 www.flyingfoxstudios.com.au

Chipmunks for unlimited play for kids aged 0 – 11 years old and relax over a coffee or lunch with friends and family at their café in one of their 3 Brisbane locations. They feature state of the art equipment and are fully air-conditioned, clean and comfortable. They also have party facilities. www.chipmunks.com.au

Flipside Circus (NS) has a professionally

kids party venues or giving kids a treat while parents relax over a cup of coffee and a treat from

Children learn basic dance, singing and music with instruments aimed at their age group. Each class has a focus and encourages babies and children to LOVE music. It’s flexible, affordable and loads of fun! They also offer mobile sessions to playgroups and parties. www.neighbourhoodcreche.com.au info@neighbourhoodcreche.com.au

love of music and watch your child grow and thrive in all areas of their musical and personal

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Local Clubs & Classes Directory development. Classes in Wilston. Bulimba and New Farm 6 days a week for babies (3mths) to Pre-Prep. Free Trial for all. info@weemakemusic.com.au www.weemakemusic.com.au

SPORTS & EXERCISE Brisbane Basketball (NS & SS) Basketball is a non-contact sport and provides a safe and enjoyable opportunity for players of all age groups. 3371 0200 www.brisbane.basketball.net.au

Capoeira Beribazu Australia (SS) Their kids’ classes for 5-7 and 8-12 years old focus on age appropriate activities to develop kids in the martial arts, musicality, rhythm and acrobatics aspects of Capoeira. Physical activities, playing music instruments, singing and interacting with one another are all part of the class. Positive self-image; development of strength, power and flexibility; social skills; respect for others; and learning to deal with winning and losing situations are just some of the benefits your kids will experience by practicing capoeira. Their after-school classes are held in Yeronga on Tue & Thu. First class free then $16/ class or $65/month. 0414 433 083 www.beribazuaustralia.com

Flipside Circus (NS) offer a wide range of classes from beginners to experienced from ages 0 - 100. There is something fun and suitable for every age and every ability. The classes are fast moving and full of action – never a moment to spare. Go and learn all the skills of the circus including tissu, static trapeze, lyra, juggling, hoops, acro balance and tumbling.   3352 7233 www.flipsidecircus.org.au Gymnastics Queensland (NS & SS) Gymnastics is one of the most fundamental and exciting of all physical activities. Basic gymnastic skills develop attributes that are perfect stepping stones for other sports, activities and life in general. 3036 5600   www.gymqld.org.au

Hockey Queensland (NS & SS) Hockey is a team sport, children learn the value of working with others. They figure out how to rely on teammates and understand that cooperation is key to success.  3399 6577 www.hockeyqld.com.au

Iceworld

(NS & SS) Do you want to learn to Ice Skate? •   Skaters of all ages welcome. •   Participate in a program that is designed to allow everyone to progress at their own pace. •   Have the opportunity to move into a variety of ice disciplines. For more information contact the rinks  Acacia Ridge 3277 7563  Boondall 3865 1694 www.iceworld.com.au Infinity Martial Arts (NS) program teaches children healthy and active habits from a young age, it also endeavours to give every student 6 core lessons for life. These are Self-Discipline, Strength, Respect, Honour, Personal Safety and Selfconfidence and self-esteem. Infinity Martial Arts has a range of classes and age groups: 2-4 years, 4-7 years, 7-11 years, 11-15 years, Elite squad and junior MMA. Infinity Martial Arts develops lifelong skills and friendships in a sport and environment 1300 that your child will enjoy and feel safe. Infinity or 0452601966  infinitymartialarts.com.au

Little Athletics Queensland (NS & SS) A uniquely Australian sport for children 5-16 years. Based upon the sport of athletics (track & field) the events are specially modified to suit the ages and abilities of children. A wide range of running, jumping, throwing and walking events is 3255 9436  www.qlaa.asn.au conducted.

Netball Queensland (NS & SS) For young children interested in playing netball for the first time, there is NetSetGo! This program is for children (girls and boys) aged 5-10 and is designed for teaching the basics of netball while fostering fun and friendship in a team environment. 3848 6330 www.netballq.org.au

PCYC (NS & SS) Gym fun, kids dance, tiny tots, cheerleading, boxercise, teen yoga karate, tumble and stunt, glee club, circuit and gymnastics is just some of the activities at PCYCs. Please contact your local club to see what is on offer for you and your www.pcyc.org.au children. 3909 9555 QLD Cheer Elite (NS) Their classes are a mix of gymnastics, dancing and acrobatics - rolled into one. Combine this with music, performing and costumes and it’s a mix that kids absolutely love. In cheerleading, every student in the team is important and everyone’s strengths are celebrated. Athletes of all shapes and sizes are embraced and everyone has a role to play. Cheer is about team work, encouragement, trust and commitment and it allows everyone the chance to shine. To find out more about our free trial classes for ages 4+ www.queenslandcheerelite.com.au

Tennis Queensland (NS & SS) Tennis Queensland Registration is automatically included when you join your local affiliated club as a member. This will also give you access to all the exclusive benefits that the club chooses to offer. Find a club near you.  3120 7900 www.tennis.com.au YMCA Bowen Hills caters for all ages and abilities. From walking to adults they deliver classes designed to maximise fitness, fun and gymnastics skills. They offer competitive MAG and WAG up to Level 8. Their passionate and experienced coaches ensure everyone has the opportunity to reach their full potential. 3851 8800 www.ymcabrisbane.org YMCA Acacia Ridge is a specialist gymnastic centre focussed on giving your child the best possible gymnastic experience. From 10 months to teens we cater for beginners and up to Level 7. Our friendly and experienced coaches ensure every child has the opportunity to reach their full potential.   3276 7793 www.ymcabrisbane.org YMCA Stafford is a specialist gymnastic centre focussed on giving your child the best possible gymnastic experience. From 3 years to teens their friendly and experienced coaches ensure every child has the opportunity to reach their full potential.  3355 7176 www.ymcabrisbane.org

YMCA Jamboree Heights caters for all ages and abilities. From walking to adults they deliver classes designed to maximise fitness, fun and gymnastics skills. They offer competitive MAG and WAG up to Level 8. Their passionate and experienced coaches ensure everyone has the opportunity to reach their 3376 4266 full potential. www.ymcabrisbane.org

YMCA Victoria Point caters for all ages and abilities. From walking to adults they deliver classes designed to maximise fitness, fun and gymnastics skills. They offer competitive MAG and WAG up to Level 8. Their passionate and experienced coaches ensure everyone has the opportunity to reach their 3820 5300 full potential. www.ymcabrisbane.org

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Horseriding Gumnuts (SS) Gumnuts is a 140 acre horse farm located in the Biddaddaba Valley. They offer a farm stay experience as well as horseriding, which is their primary focus. They have expanded to include day & ½ day riding tours operating from both the Gold 5543 0191 Coast and Brisbane. www.gumnutsfarm.com.au Indarra Equestrian Centre (SS) provides a safe riding environment with qualified, professional staff so you can enjoy your love of horses. You can choose either group (max 4 riders) or private lessons. Indarra also hold fun filled day and overnight camps during each school holidays. 0409 475 040 www.indarraequestrian.com.au

Kiah Park (SS) Offers 7 day horse riding farm stays for children ages 6yrs - teens every school holidays. Includes full accommodation and each child is given their own pony/horse to love, care for and ride twice a day. Includes full accommodation, arena lessons, horse care – grooming & tacking up, trail rides and gymkhana. Fun night activities include night walk, talent show, camp fire with stories and marshmallow roasting, bingo and movie 5486 6166  www.kiahpark.com.au night.

Nag Nanny (SS) Nag Nanny & Equine Resolutions is passionate about teaching all aspects of looking after horses. Children will not turn up to a horse that is saddled and ready to go, do their lesson and leave. They will teach them all about getting to www.nagnanny.vpweb.com.au know a horse. Riverside Equestrian Centre (SS) Riverside Equestrian Centre is located at Moggill in a park-like setting on the banks of the Brisbane River. It is a short drive from Brisbane City. They offer lessons for groups and single riders from junior to senior riders. Each lesson runs for 2 hours instead of the 3202 6526 normal 45mins. www.riversideequestriancentre.com.au

Wattle Creek Riding School (NS) At Wattle Creek, they specialise in one on one lessons. This gives 100% of the Coach’s attention to the rider. This allows the experienced and inexperienced to work at their optimum pace. No riding experience is needed to start as they teach from the first riding lesson to the highly experienced rider. 3300 6422 www.wattlecreekridingschool.com.au

Swimming Aquatic Achievers Swim Schools (NS & SS) specialize in teaching babies through to stroke correction and squads. Their innovative SOLO1 teaching program advances skills in easy, achievable progressions. The pinnacle of their SOLO-1 program is for children to swim One Kilometre unassisted. www.aquaticachievers.com.au

Kingswim (NS & SS) Over the last 30 years, Kingswim has delivered more than 14 million swimming lessons to Aussie kids. The Kingswim team are specialists in building children’s ability and confidence in the water and

understand it’s the little things that make learning to swim enjoyable and meaningful for parents and kids alike. Kingswim offers programs for babies from 12 weeks, right through to graduate level swimmers. Children are progressed as they’re ready, not as terms change to ensure children develop at their own pace. Plus, there’s no lock in contract for mum and dad! Contact Kingswim Carindale, Robina or Lutwyche today for a free www.kingswim.com.au introductory lesson.

North Lakes Aquatic Centre (NS) Concentrates in infant water familiarization, safety and personal

Local Clubs & Classes Directory development. Their swim program in conjunction with the Royal Life Saving Society caters for children from 6 mths through to Junior Squads. Their instructors pride themselves on their wealth of experience, understanding and enthusiasm. 3886 2022 www.northlakesac.com.au  northlakes@belgravialeisure.com.au

Nudgee College Swimming (NS) welcomes both girls and boys, and is based at St Joseph’s Nudgee College, Boondall. With both their 25m and 50m pools being heated, it allows them to operate all year round. They have an extensive Learn to Swim Program from 10 months old. This program then filters through to their high level squads ranging from Junior Development to Age Nationals. They also run an Aqua Fitness program, which includes deep water running, aqua aerobics and adult swimfit. The talent of swimmers is maximised by their quality environment where all swimmers can achieve the many benefits of this sport such as health, self-discipline, fitness and fun. 3865 0516 www.ncswimmingclub.com

Shapland Swim Schools (NS & SS) Learn-to-swim with only 3 per class. Shaplands have been teaching swimming for 3 generations and through that time have trialed many class sizes and found a class of 3 is the most successful for a child to learn their aquatic skills. A class size of 3 allows each child to receive more individual attention and accelerates their learning through less time wasted waiting for their turn to perform a skill and more time spent with the teacher. Shaplands offers a semi-private class where students can progress quickly through the Shapland unique Swim-in-Five program. www.shapland.com.au Superfish (SS) Free swimming assessment & Free trial lesson - No obligation! All levels & ages. Under 3’s also includes - free 45Min orientation lesson. Under 6-month bubs also includes – free water familiarisation lessons. 25m heated, indoor pools. Specialist Drowning Prevention Program - babies, toddlers & under 5’s. School age stroke correction program - small, structured classes. Children’s squads. Free pool entry for Superfish families, 6 days/week, once booked in lessons! Sunnybank. 3323 3188   www.superfish.com.au

FILM & TV, THEATRE & PERFORMING ARTS Australian Acting Academy (NS & SS) Looking for Fun, Exciting Acting classes that will build confidence increase communication skills and give real life experience and opportunities in acting for stage and in front of the camera for your child? The Australian Acting Academy is the best place to go, and has been since 1994. Your 7-12 year olds and 13-16 year olds can explore weekly classes and holiday workshops with teachers that put their

needs first, with the most up to date curriculum in town. All Skill levels catered for, and great outcomes guaranteed.  Call 0412 728 628, to book your $10 trial class. New locations opening all the time. www.actingacademy.com.au

Brisbane Arts Theatre (NS) Every Saturday morning, children aged 8 to 16 from all over Brisbane attend Brisbane Arts Theatre’s Performing Arts’ Workshop from 9am – 11am at the Lavalla Centre in Paddington. At each class, there are three specialist instructors teaching singing, acting and dancing in rotation. The children are taught introductory stagecraft, acting techniques, improvisation, singing (solo and chorus) and movement (mime and dancing). Saturday mornings during school term time. Cost $600 per year or $350 for two school terms. Intakes at the beginning of 3369 2344 Terms One and Three. www.artstheatre.com.au/childrensworkshops

Flipside Circus (NS) Performance Program Flipside Circus Trainers support students in every step of the way ensuring each student is ready as they take the steps from performing in small in-house shows to roaming performances at fetes and festivals to touring large scale performing works in major festivals! 3352 7233 www.flipsidecircus.org.au

DANCE Dance Masala Bollywood Dance Company (NS) believes in creating community through dance, everyone is welcome, even if you have never danced before! Bollywood is vibrant, energetic and diverse – the perfect complement to your exercise routine, guaranteed to uplift the spirit and leave you smiling. Dance Masala’s children’s classes follow a unique curriculum for Bollywood Dance, focusing on developing confidence and technique through play based learning, and performance opportunities. Bollywood is spectacular for physical wellbeing and a wonderful way to experience India’s diverse culture. Dance Masala is the missing ingredient to provide joy in your life! 0422 512 991   www.dancemasala.com.au

Elite Dancers (NS) Their many different classes are structured to suit the needs of every dancer, whether you want to dance for a career or for fun and fitness. We have classes for ages 3 and above on a registered or casual basis. 0427 999 909  www.elitedancers.com.au Kick Dance (SS) in Bulimba provides classes in Ballet, Hip Hop, Jazz, Acrobatics, Contemporary, Tap and Irish and caters for all ages and abilities from toddler to adult. Kick Arts provides classes in Singing and Acting as well as producing biannual musicals. Kick provides a fun and enjoyable class environment that also caters for students wishing to excel in exams, eisteddfods, musicals and concert

performances. They are very proud of their students’ national successes and they are recipients of many Eisteddfod titles including Classical Ballet, Jazz and Tap Championships and aggregates. Whether you are keen to have fun or ‘Kick’ start your dance career, Kick Dance and Arts have classes to suit. 0414 308 248   www.kickdance.com.au

Learn 2 Dance (NS) Their Tots, Kids and Teens classes are designed to introduce your children to the fun of their art form and sport, Dancesport. With a concentration on the fun, social side of dancing they make sure your children learn all they need to have a successful start to a promising future in dancing. 0417 713 222 www.learn2dance. com.au

HEALTH, WELLBEING AND SCHOOL SUPPORT AEIOU Foundation: Creating lifetime of opportunities for children with autism (NS, SS) AEIOU Foundation’s specialised early intervention program helps children aged 2 – 6 years to develop essential life skills, fostering greater independence, confidence and inclusion. With an evidencebased program delivered by a team comprised of behaviour therapists, speech pathologists, occupational therapists and skilled educators, AEIOU supports the individual needs of each child. Parents and carers are involved in their child’s program and are provided with regular training to acquire skills and tools to achieve therapy goals in the home and broader community. To find out more about how they can support you and your child, visit aeiou.org. au or phone 1300 273 435. Kumon (NS & SS) The Kumon Method is an individualised learning method. The starting point for each Kumon student is determined individually. Students start with the level where they can attain 1800 a perfect score by studying on their own.  www.au.kumonglobal.com 458 666 Scribble Ink Writing Classes (NS) Brisbane’s Most Dynamic Two Day Holiday Writing Course for Students @ Griffith University.  “So engaged after 6 hours! Improvement... staggering!” D. Rotili “Highly recommended.” R. Corcoran. Their Junior, Middle and Senior Scribblers writer’s courses will take your child’s writing to the next level. Using advanced techniques mastered over 27 years of teaching experience, allow Mister C to take your child on a journey of writing enrichment. The power to completely transform your child’s writing.   0409 075 838 www.scribbleink.com.au  If you would like a listing for your club, class or activity in our next issue’s inclusive directory, contact us now! Email: Listings@FamiliesMagazine.com.au Compiled by Regina Gleeson

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