Families Magazine Brisbane June/July 2016 Winter Days Out & Children's Parties

Issue 16: June/July 2016 www.FamiliesMagazine.com.au

Brisbane

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Including the city and up through Redcliffe, North Lakes/ Kallangur, Samford and out through the Western suburbs

WINTER DAYS OUT & CHILDREN’S PARTIES Kids Party Ideas No Sew Fancy Dress Ideas Day Trips for Kids Who Love Trains 14 Local Bike Rides for Families School Holiday Ideas and lots more

The Clever Resource for Thinking Parents

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June/July 2016

Contents 4-5 It’s school holidays again and I still don’t have any idea what I’m doing!

Seriously people-- is anyone on top of this child rearing business?

I have an arts degree and I’m not even nailing ‘craft with kids’-- it’s like they aren’t even focussed on the outcome and just want to enjoy the process. Yuk-- those projects will never turn a profit on Etsy.

This time I’ve finally accepted that I won’t be able to work from home and enrich their little lives between phone calls so I’m signing them up for vacation care! This will be augmented with weekend activities where we do an ‘event’ on the Saturday and then spend Sunday peacefully playing on our device of choice. My heart goes out to the child care workers who will spend the next year picking glitter off themselves after one afternoon of supervised craft-- you are my heroes.

This issue we create an exciting list of attractions and events you can schedule optimistically into the calendar and tick off with varying levels of personal satisfaction. There is literally no way you can carry the amount of snacks you need to spend a day out with your kids so I recommend hiring an urban Sherpa to assist you on this mission. Please report back via Facebook with a carefully curated photoshoot of the fleeting moments of joy and exuberance you experienced between meltdowns! I need to believe some us know what we are doing.

Families News Find out what is happening in and around Brisbane

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Education 5 Tips for School Open Days Stimulation by Stealth

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Parenting Hiring a Nanny

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Party Time Active Birthday Parties No Sew Fancy Dress for Kids Parties Directory

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Families Fun Trains, Bikes, School holiday fun and much, much more…

Wishing you glitter filled dreams and a handbag full of crumbs not squished banana.

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 simoneeclair.com.

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Families News

LOCAL FAMILIES NEWS

Looking for the latest local news and views? We've got it covered!

BRISBANE’S GOT TALENT!

Brisbane born Exodus Lale is the youngest Simba ever cast in Disney’s The Lion King Musical when he debuted in Sydney at only 8 years old. He has toured around Australia with the production since 2014. In September 2015, Exodus was awarded the Outstanding Achievement in Performing Arts Award at the NSW Pacific Awards. Exodus has recently won the Best Performance in Live Theatre Young Actor Award at the recent Young Artist Awards 2016 which was hosted in Los Angeles. The Young Artist Awards are a prestigious event which celebrates performers under 21 years of age from around the world that are considered to be outstanding in their chosen field. He has now been listed as a finalist for the Queensland Young Achiever Awards which will be hosted in Brisbane in May 2016.

When Exodus is not performing on stage, he is able to attend his school at Sheldon College and participate in their arts program which he thoroughly enjoys.

Congratulations Exodus from all of us here at Families Magazine!

GIRLS CHALLENGE STEREOTYPES Stuartholme School is challenging the stereotype that boys are better suited to maths and science, with a program designed to develop the skills of girls in the areas of science, technology, engineering, the arts and mathematics. The STEAM or STEM acronym is used to describe the curriculum choices of a school with the aim of improving competitiveness in science and technology development and especially promoting these subjects for young women.

Over the Easter school holidays, Stuartholme, in conjunction with Clearing Skies, ran the first of two STEAM Residential Programs for 2016.

Gifted girls currently in Years 5 and 6 came to Stuartholme from all over Queensland to take part in the three-day Residential Program.

Over the three days, students took part in a number of hands-on workshops depending on their particular strength or interest. In the technology workshops, girls looked at coding and learnt how to design, construct and program various projects.

In engineering, students looked at how machines work and the actions of force and motion through gears, levers, wheels and pulleys. They then tested some variables in what makes cars go fast or slow. The STEAM program is an extension of Stuartholme’s educational philosophy which is designed to extend and enrich every student so she can be the best she can be.

SEPARATION & DIVORCE INFORMATION SESSIONS – JUNE EVENT Clarissa Rayward, Director of Brisbane Family Law Centre, hosts information sessions once every 6 weeks to provide families with information on what to expect through their separation and divorce. The next one will be held on Monday 20 June at 10:30am and 6.00pm. BFLC specialises in family law and aims to help families through separation and divorce in a way that ensures a positive end to a marriage. We believe that your divorce can be a part of your marriage you can look back on with pride. Clarissa Rayward has written a book, ‘Splitsville - How to separate, stay out of Court and stay friends’ which is complimentary when you book in for an information session.

For more information, head to www.bflc.com. au/information-session or call 3862 1955

For more information on the STEAM Residential Program go to www.stuartholme.com and search STEAM.

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IT’S ALL FUN & GAMES WITH READY STEADY GO KIDS

LOCAL BRISBANE STORE CELEBRATES AND YOU GET THE PRESENTS!

One of our favourite local online stores snottynoses.com.au is celebrating their 3rd birthday this month and our readers are getting the presents! They are offering 15% off all orders using coupon code FAMILIES15 – until the 31 July 2016.

Founder and director Laura Klein has been overwhelmed by the support from customers all over Australia, who love and trust her range of gadgets for good health and good sleep. Favourite products include the Aroma Bloom Cool Mist Vaporiser, the Snotty One Electric Nasal Aspirator and the Homedics Sound Spa ‘White Noise” Machine.

Based in Woolloongabba, Laura says “good health and good sleep is the ‘holy grail’ for parents.

Their products are safe to use from birth and are so effective. Check out their reviews on their Facebook page – you know these products are loved by Brisbane Families! www.facebook.com/ snottynosesforchildren Shop now at www.snottynoses.com.au – use FAMILIES15 at checkout. Offer ends 31 July 2016.

There’s lots going on at Ready Steady Go Kids Tennyson this term. The multi-sport activity classes have proven so popular they are now running their classes for 2 ½ - 6 year olds 7 days per week. To keep up with the huge demand for their classes they have welcomed a new coach to their team ‘Kristy Halifax’ who’s doing a great job alongside one of their existing professional coaches, Blake. They still have a few spaces available in some of their classes.

If you would like to join the fastest growing multi-sports activity classes in Brisbane book your free trial book online at www.readysteadygokids.com.au

SCHOOL HOLIDAY VOUCHERS Looking for some discounted or even free fun over the June/July school holidays? Check out page 30 & 31 of this magazine. Movie tickets at the Dendy, babysitting discounts, indoor play opportunities and more.

Or download them from our website anytime: www.familiesmagazine.com.au/vouchers

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Education

5 Tips for getting the most out of a school open day

‘Tis the season of school Open Days so we’ve asked one of our favourite schools, Cannon Hill Anglican College, to help us understand what we should be looking for during any schools Open Day! Open Days present the perfect opportunity to research a school beyond its static promotional materials. On Open Days, investigations become multi-dimensional, tactile and ‘real’. How can you make the most of your visit to the school?

Here are five important things to consider when attending an Open Day. Principal’s Address

Get the Facts

The Principal’s Address will present the essence of the school; its overarching philosophy and priorities, both now and into the future. This is an important prelude to your tour of the campus and provides an informed filter through which to analyse your experiences. It sets the tone for the Open Day. Do you align with the values outlined by the Principal and portrayed by student presentations?

An Open Day presents the rare opportunity to meet many members of the school community in a short space of time. It also presents the opportunity to see for yourself, to get the facts firsthand so that you can correctly evaluate wellmeaning, hearsay advice from friends and neighbours. In my role as Registrar, I hear some surprising ‘facts’ about the school. There is one sure way to learn the truth and that is to see for yourself, and to measure the school against your own yardstick.

Talk to Current Students Following the Principal’s Address, take the time to chat with students. Does the school trust the students to be their spokespeople – to lead tours, answer questions and demonstrate leadership? There is no better way to gauge the culture of the school, because children and young people are honest, direct and open. Consider if they are confident and proud, and comfortable in their surroundings, among their peers and other members of the school community. Are they enthusiastic about their learning, inspired by the range of opportunities available to them, confident in taking risks and resilient in a rapidly-changing world? How do they connect with, and demonstrate care to their school, local and global communities?

Is the School Progressive in its Teaching?

The school may impress you on the day, but it is important to seek evidence of a long-term vision; of a teaching and learning culture that focusses not only on today’s education but also on future practices. Are classrooms and programs designed around current and future teaching trends? The Prep students of 2016 will graduate in 2028. Will the school’s teaching and learning practices prepare young people to thrive in an unknown future, to be confident innovators and thought-leaders in careers yet to be conceived?

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The ‘Feel’ of the School is Most Important One of the most pleasing aspects of an Open Day visit is experiencing how the school feels, as the onsite visit engages all the senses. Trust your instincts, many is the time that a family has walked onto a school campus and known, just by the feel and ambience, that they have found the right place. Each family, however, will be different and have an individual set of requirements in their search for the perfect fit. There can be no better reason to ‘do a Mary Poppins’ and walk into the images on the website and in advertising and the prospectus, than visiting an Open Day, to see the real thing for yourself.

With good research and a successful Open Day visit, you will embrace your new family – your chosen school – well into the future.

Nina Johanson, Registrar Cannon Hill Anglican College Visit our next Open Day on 29 July – see www.chac.qld.edu.au

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Brisbane and Ipswich’s June/July 2016

SCHOOL OPEN DAYS LIST

To promote Your School Open Day in the next issue (Aug/Sept 2016) contact our Editor Email: Editor@FamiliesMagazine.com.au Tel: 3265 5738

Australian Trade College (Scarborough) Co-ed Yr 11 & 12 Hands on learning towards a trade career. Sun 5 Jun 10am - 1pm www.tradecollege.com.au Brisbane Girls Grammar (Brisbane) Girl’s Secondary School Fri 29 Jul 4 - 8pm www.bggs.qld.edu.au Calvary Christian College (Carbrook Campus) Co-ed Childcare-Yr 12 Fri 28 Feb, 2 May, Wed 11 Jun, Thu 31 Jul, 15 Aug, 17 Sep, 14 Oct www.calvarycc.qld.edu.au Calvary Christian College (Springwood Campus) Prep-Yr 6 Thu 27 Feb, 1 May, 12 Jun, 14 Aug, 18 Sep, 16 Oct wwwcalvarycc.qld.edu.au

For prospective students & parents Please check the details of the events listed before setting off in case anything has changed since going to print.

Cannon Hill Anglican College (Cannon Hill) Co-ed Yr 4-Yr 12 Fri 29 Jul 9.15-12pm www.chac.qld.edu.au

Ormiston College (Ormiston) Co-ed Prep - Year 12 Prep Open Morning for children in Prep in 2017 & 2018. Thu 14 July 9.30am to 10.45am.

John Paul College (Daisy Hill) Co-ed Early Yrs-Yr 12 Fri 15 Jul www.johnpaulcollege.com.au

St James College (Brisbane) Catholic Coed Secondary College Fri 29 Jul 10-12pm wwwstjamescollege.com.au

Loreto College (Coorparoo) Catholic Girl’s Secondary College Sun 31 Jul 10am www.loreto.qld.edu.au

St Rita’s College (Clayfield) Catholic Girl’s College Yr 7-Yr 12 Sun 24 Jul 10 - 11.30am www.stritas.qld.edu.au

Moreton Bay Boy’s College (Manly West) Boy’s College Prep-Yr 12 Head of College Tour Wed 20 Jul 9 - 10.30am www.mbbc.qld.edu.au

Stuartholme School (Toowong) Catholic Girls Secondary Stuartholme in Action Tours Tue 21 Jun, Thu 21 Jul www.stuartholme.com

Mt Maria College (Petrie) Catholic co-ed Secondary College Sun 1 Jun 9-11am www.mmcp.qld.edu.au

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Education

Stimulation

by Stealth Wondering what it is? You are already doing it!

The concept of ‘stealth health’ gained traction when David Katz, Debra Gordon and Evelyn Tribole wrote books about subtly changing daily habits to promote incremental benefits to one’s physical health. Adding a handful of blueberries (containing antioxidants) to cereal or parking further away from shops so everyone has to walk further, are examples of stealth health adjustments that gradually have a significant impact upon one’s health. With acknowledgement to these authors for introducing ‘stealth health’, I think this concept can be extended by introducing patterns of parenting that will stimulate children’s minds without them being aware of the learning that is taking place. You are probably intuitively doing this already, helping your children to learn more during regular activities. By enriching children’s daily experiences and creating enhanced learning opportunities, parents provide valuable stimulation that children need to establish and strengthen neural pathways, develop intelligence and realise their potential.

The importance of words – yours and your child’s Language builds the brain’s capacity for thought. As children develop language, this increases the child’s ability to think, analyse information, synthesise ideas and create. Steven Stahl, psychiatrist and chairman of the Neuroscience Education Institute at the University of California said, “We use words to think; the more words we know, the finer is our understanding of the world.” Providing early exposure to advanced and nuanced language with accurate grammatical structure enables earlier and more advanced, sophisticated levels of thinking.

Children increase cognitive capacity by learning a second language, with working memory, abstract thinking and mental flexibility enhanced. Parents are able to build children’s language skills through regular family activities such as reading, discussion, debate, word play, humour, language based activities and games.

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The importance of books – yours and your child’s Exposure to books and reading is of enormous benefit to children as the early development of literacy skills is correlated with completion of higher education. Children are strongly influenced by modelling so it is important for them to see adults reading regularly and to be read to by adults, even when the child has developed the capacity to read independently. When adults read to children, the tendency to read books that are beyond the child’s current reading ability exposes the child to advanced language, longer, more complex material and creates a positive emotional connection to good literature.

Rosalind Walsh, from the Institute of Early Childhood at Macquarie University, found through her research, that questions related to children’s books, when structured to prompt higher order thinking skills, elicited more thoughtful, advanced responses from young children. Books that require a child to attend to details, search for and discriminate patterns, are useful precursors to the child establishing reading skills. An early interest in books, letters and words, accompanied by an ability to memorise well, frequently results in young children with high intellectual ability being able to read at an earlier age than other children.

The importance of numbers and the toilet door Early development of numerical and spatial abilities establishes a connection between different, discrete areas of the brain, with rapid exchange of information across both hemispheres, according to neuroscientist, John Geake. Many parents introduce small children to counting as they learn to walk upstairs. Incorporating mathematical calculations such as: addition, subtraction, division, fractions and multiplication, within tasks such as cooking and gardening, will help to develop a range of mathematical skills.

Education

Day Trips provide so many opportunities to learn by ‘stealth’...

perseverance and regular practise. Children who participate in sport experience psychological benefits associated with activity, while increasing coordination, agility, strength and physical endurance. Participation in sports and learning music teaches children an important life lesson: effort equals results.

Stimulation by stealth can be implemented during travel. Short periods of travel provide opportunities for establishing daily patterns: learning spelling; testing memorization of tables; conducting quizzes; retelling stories to establish recall and develop oral fluency. Day trips provides an opportunity to play word games and may include activities that develop a range of cognitive skills.

(Pull quote please) The Minister’s Cat - where each family member ascribes an adjective (in alphabetical order) to describe a fictitious cat – helps to develop attention, auditory skills, working memory and vocabulary, during travel.

So many ways to stimulate

Such exposure also builds their child’s self-confidence about mathematical abilities. Using language related to spatial concepts (under, over, beneath, above, etc.) helps to establish early spatial awareness. Play, using puzzles, blocks, cardboard boxes and construction materials, consolidates a child’s spatial abilities. Memorisation of multiplication tables (considered boring or unnecessary by many high ability children), eases cognitive load and enables high-ability students to think about more challenging mathematical processes.

Stealth approaches to assist children to memorise multiplication tables include: placing a chart of tables on the back of the toilet door; encouraging children to identify patterns within lists of tables; practising chanting tables while dancing to music.

The importance of music, sport and travel Early exposure to good quality music helps develop an understanding of rhythm, and an appreciation of music. When children learn to play a musical instrument, they experience an improvement in skills that comes about through

Exploring family photo albums allows adults to give information about family members, introduce genealogy, provide historical and geographical context, and prompting further investigation, including asking family members questions and recording oral family history. To develop fine motor coordination, children might use colouring-in books, build and paint models, trace images or find pathways through maze puzzles. Identifying activities that are enjoyable, challenging or relaxing for children, while simultaneously building specific skills, allows adults to stimulate by stealth, creating a learning environment that increases the child’s capacities, without awareness that these skills are being explicitly developed. © Michele Juratowitch Michele Juratowitch is Director of Clearing Skies, providing: counselling; advocacy in schools; a range of seminars for gifted students and for parents; professional development and consultancy in schools. Michele conducts STEAM Residentials for gifted girls, is co-author of Make a Twist: Curriculum differentiation for gifted students and was awarded a Churchill Fellowship.

E: michele@clearingskies.com.au P: 07 3378 0888 W: www.clearingskies.com.au

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Parenting

5 TH I N G S

you need to know ABOUT HIRING A N A NN Y

Parents, particularly first-timers, can find it difficult when they reach the need to return to the lifestyle they enjoyed before the birth of the cherished addition/s to the family.

Part of that difficulty involves making arrangements for their children when they decided to return to work. While some will take the regulated child care centre path, others will find it more appropriate and preferable to hire a qualified care worker to look after their children in their own homes.

The nanny option can be more inviting because it provides the young ones with a familiar and stable environment, and allows them to build a trust with the person who is caring for them while their mum and/or dad are at work.

Parents often find a nanny a better option because it allows them more control in appointing the person they are going to trust with their little ones, and more flexibility to fit in with family and work routines. A nanny can be hired to attend the home when required, or be provided with accommodation as a live-in support, as is so often the case overseas.

They can undertake basic babysitting/child minding duties, help with homework and chores, or provide transport to get the children to, or collect them from, appointments and school.

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But once you have done the interviews and selected the nanny you feel most comfortable with, a new difficulty arises in establishing a working relationship that is good for both the family and the care worker.

When families hire a nanny, they can find themselves navigating a whole new world with unspoken rules, expectations and dynamics. But with just a little bit of thought and understanding from both sides, it won’t be long before parents and their nanny will fall into a healthy working relationship that benefits the parents, the care worker and, most importantly, the children.

So what are the most important things to remember when working with a nanny for the first time? Here are some useful tips.

Try not to be jealous

It’s easy to feel a twinge of jealously of the nanny when you leave your child behind. Try not to, because you will always be mum or dad, no matter how often they spend with their carer. If possible, try to visit home during working hours in the early days, and taper off as everyone gets used to their new situation.

Two “mums” in the home

Some mothers worry when their child calls the nanny “mum” but this is a good sign. It shows your child is bonding with the nanny. A professional nanny will use these occasions to gently correct the child, start talking about you as “mum” and help them understand the two relationships.

Parenting F R O M O U R E A R LY E D U C AT I O N E X P E R T A N D C O LU M N I S T

LOUISE CARLILE

Getting Ready for Prep The first five years of a child’s life are critical to their development. They learn more proportionately in this time than any other time in their life. This is the foundation period that shapes the child’s future health, happiness, growth, development, learning achievement including structured learning (school), learning for family and community life and future life in general.

Avoid familiarisation with Nanny The longer a nanny works for you, the greater the temptation to start treating her or him as a part of the family. They are not! It is not necessary to rotate nannies on a yearly basis, but always remember your relationship is professional and not personal. A good nanny will put professionalism above any intimacy.

Hire a cleaner if you need one Most nannies will cook, clean and do laundry for your child but this does not make them the family cook or cleaner. There is a clear line between a housekeeper and a nanny. Remember the duties you assign your nanny should always be child-related.

Communicate

Talk about issues. Be open with your nanny about what you expect from them, and let them be open about what they expect from you. Talk about holidays, and whether you are going to need a nanny when you are on leave, or after hours, and make arrangements to cover sick days.

A professional carer helping you with your family can be a wonderful experience. With the right approach to recruitment, employment and communication, a nanny will be a welcome addition to your family.

To find a perfect Nanny for your family contact Charlton Brown: www.charltonbrown.com.au

Early experiences provide the basis for the brain’s organisational development and functioning throughout life. They have a direct impact on how children develop learning skills as well as social and emotional abilities.

Play is paramount to a child developing across all areas of him / herself. While there is mixed opinion on how a child receives the ‘play’…in a structured and planned curriculum or purely lead by their own creativity and experimentation there is no argument that play is essential for early learning.

A holistic approach where the child is engaged in a diverse and stimulating range of activities addressing physical, social, intellectual and emotional facets of development is fundamental.

Furthermore, the relationship you have with your child shapes the way they learn and grow. One of my favourite quotes is a most appropriate summary… there is no more important a time in your child’s life than the first six years, no more important a place than the home, and no more significant a person than you.

ABOUT THE WRITER: Louise Carlile is the founder and director of Wee Make Music, Early Childhood Music Program in Brisbane. She is a passionate ambassador for the extensive benefits of music education in early childhood development. Wee Make Music offer reputable programs for babies through to pre-prep children in Wilston New Farm and Bulimba. www.weemakemusic.com.au info@weemakemusic.com.au Wait lists may apply

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Party Time

ACTIVE BIRTHDAY PARTIES ROCK A birthday party can be a mountain of fun for the kids – and a mountain of work for the parents!

Combined with the expected sugar high from eating all those sweets, you could end up with total birthday party meltdown!

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That’s why active birthday parties are a great option for kids on the go. Not only are the kids engaged in having a ton of fun, learning a new skill, and working off all that excess energy, but if you book into a party venue that caters for active parties, you can rest assured that competent and skilled staff will ensure that your birthday party runs like clockwork! And all you’re left with is time to relax and enjoy seeing smiles on happy faces. If that hasn’t convinced you yet, read on for 5 reasons active birthday parties rock!

KIDS GET TO PLAY AND SHOW OFF A child’s job is to play. They love to be active. And they love to show off a new skill. Combine that with the fun of a birthday party, and you have a winning recipe. With physical activities such as circus for example, you are ensured that the kids will leave having learnt new skills and realised the importance of teamwork!

ACTIVE PARTIES OFFER A GUIDED EXPERIENCE WITH SKILLED INSTRUCTORS Whether it’s circus, laser tag, ice-skating or go carting, active birthday parties are often led by skilled, trained instructors who have the children’s safety and security at heart. Children are naturally curious, interested in exploring and interacting with their environments. By providing all the tools, equipment and staff, active parties allow kids to explore in a safe, stimulating environment. While parents get to take all the credit for organising such a fun birthday activity!

ACTIVE PARTIES ALLOW FOR PLAY, PLAY AND MORE PLAY! In contrast to passive party entertainment such as going to watch a movie or playing Xbox, active parties allow children to do what they do best – play! There are so many benefits to encouraging creativity through play such as developing their imagination, physical strength and cognitive ability. Plus you’re helping to build active, healthy little bodies.

4. ACTIVITY ENCOURAGE HAPPINESS Physical activity is great for helping children to feel happy in all areas of their life. Active children are more likely to be confident, happy, relaxed and sleep well at night. They are also better able to concentrate at school and get along with their friends and peers. And who knows – by offering this as part of your birthday party, you could inspire an otherwise inactive kid to get active once again!

5. ACTIVE PARTIES ARE ORIGINAL! How often will kids get to hang upside down on a trapeze or hurtle around a go-carting course! Active parties offer that once-in-a-year opportunity to expose children to a completely new activity and skill – and one that will be remembered! Hopefully, these experiences will stick with them and encourage children (and even their parents) to take up a longer-term class and build up their skills even further!

For more information about active birthday parties at Flipside Circus check out their website www.flipsidecircus.org.au

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Party Time

3 Simple No Sew Fancy Dress For Kids BAG OF JELLYBEANS

NINJA TURTLE What you need:

LEGO

What you need:

• Hit up your favourite department store for a huge clear bag - the good folk at the layby section or the back docks should be able to sort you out.

• Tin foil BBQ tray

• Large cardboard box (big enough for your child to fit in) and second smaller box for hat piece (optional)

• Balloons

What you need:

• Green poster paint and paint brush or sponge • Craft glue • Wide clear tape

• Ribbon

• Approx 2.5 metres of fabric or ribbon in orange, blue, purple or red

What you do: • Cut off any excess from the top of the bag (leave the sealed ‘bottom’ of the bag sealed for now). Ideally the bag should be around the same height - or a bit less - than your child.

Laying the bag on a flat surface, cut two leg holes (big enough for their thighs but not big enough to let a balloon escape). Then cut two arm holes - about 30cm down from top of bag on the sides.

• Blow up balloons about halfway to their capacity (too taut and they will pop very easily).

• Once your child has stepped into the leg holes, start filling up the bag with balloons (not too many, if you leave some space they can wiggle the balloons out of the way when they need to sit down) • Pop their arms through the holes, gather up the excess bag over one shoulder and tie on the ribbon.

• Poster paint in your favourite LEGO colour, and paint brush or sponge

What you do:

• Sturdy plastic cups in the same colour

• Paint the BBQ trays and set aside to dry.

• Scissors or Stanley knife

• Cut ribbon or fabric into three lengths. You will need a piece long enough to go across the middle of the shorter width of the tray. Another piece to stick to the inside of the tray and long enough to wrap around your child’s tummy to tie at the front, and anything leftover can be used to tie around their head (with holes cut in for eyes, or as a headband)

• Clear tape

• Tape the waist ribbon across the middle of the inside of the tray, with even lengths leftover on either side to attach the tray to your child’s back by wrapping around their tummy to tie up at the front.

• Glue the piece of ribbon across the outside of the BBQ Tray ‘Shell’. Wrap any excess around and tape to the inside of the tray.

• Allow to dry completely, then get your pizza ready you’re about to be ‘Cowabunga’d!’

What you do: • Use clear tape to seal up box. Cut out head hole, arm holes and enough of the bottom of the box so that your child can a) wiggle into box, b) walk!

• Cut bottom of hat box, but DO NOT cut away all the board. Leave the cardboard as flaps so that you can push them back up into the box at an angle. This will help hold the box on your child’s head.

• Paint the box(es) and allow to dry.

• Once paint is dry, trace around the smaller bottom of plastic cup several times in a LEGO design on the box(es). Cut holes slightly bigger than the circles you have drawn, but not as big as the larger open end of cup, this will allow you to wedge the cups into the hole.

• From the inside, wedge the cups, bottom side out into holes so that they all stick out the same height. They will jam into place with no need for glue or tape.

• Wriggle them into the box, and ... Done *dusts off hands*

For these and other no sew fancy dress ideas head on over to our website: www.familiesmagazine.com.au/craft-activities/no-sew-fancy-dress

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Party Time

Whether it’s a BBQ in the local park, a gathering of family and friends at home or a hired venue with lots of guests, everyone can agree that kids’ birthday parties need an element of planning, probably some food of some sort and something for the kids to actually DO! So… yet again Families Magazine has come to the rescue with the most up-to-date list of who’s who and what’s what in the world of children’s parties locally.

You. Are. Welcome!

BE YOUR OWN PARTY PLANNER

a list of products & services to help you throw the perfect party!

Aussie Jumping Castles Looking for some inflatable entertainment for your next event? It’s easy to find the perfect solution for your needs on their website. Tired of the same old party treats and tricks? Pump up the fun in your parties with their huge range of bouncing castles and party entertainment!

0466 875 366 www.aussiejumpingcastles.com Big Lolly Taking the time to prepare, matching the lollies and the decorations, making it quirky and unique.... That’s what makes a celebration great. www.biglolly.com.au Big W Party Shops Party stores have launched in specially selected Big W locations. They are one-stop shops to create that magical party for family and friends.

These party destinations can provide you with everything from helium balloons and costumes, to décorations and games. www.bigw.com.au/party-store Brisbane Character Hire Looking for something different for your child’s special day? Why not try Brisbane Character Hire Kids Parties! They offer a service that will see your party be the envy of all your friends, with a cast of friendly hosts they offer packages that include mascots, jumping castles, cakes, face painting and more. No matter how big or small your party is they cater for it all. Why not contact them today to discuss how they can make all your child’s dreams come true.

0417451980 email brisbanecharacterhire@yahoo. com.au or like them on Facebook. brisbanecharacterhire.weebly.com Brisbane Jumping Castles have over 70 castles servicing all of the Brisbane areas. Guaranteed delivery & setup, it’s the easiest party you have ever had! With their variety of castles from Jump & Slides, Licensed Disney Castles and Adult Jumping Castles, you won’t be disappointed. 1300 586 723 www.brisbanejumpingcastles.com.au Brisbane Party Castles They provide a professional service from setting up, cleaning and packing away their jumping castles and most importantly, ensuring a fun day is had by all. 0487 955 233 www.brisbanepartycastles.com.au Carnival Parties & Events Carnival Parties and Events is home to Brisbane’s best bespoke parties. From baby showers, christenings, wedding anniversaries and birthday parties for all age groups, they provide everything you need to create a beautiful, memorable event. www.carnivalparties.com.au

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Click for Cakes Clickforcakes.com.au offers a huge range of standard and Custom Cakes. 07 3277 5566 www.clickforcakes.com.au Fancy Pants Party Stylists They strive to be budget conscious and can provide invitations, lolly bags, decorations, lolly buffets and much more, complete with party set up and dismantle.

Fancy Pants Party Stylists info@fancypantsparties.com.au www.fancypantsparties.com.au/ Itsy Bitsy Party Hire are Brisbane based and specialise in unique and fun party furniture and accessories. They will help you create a memorable party which your guests will be talking about long after the lolly bags have been devoured! Their items are made & sourced so to inspire busy mums and dads to create fun and memorable parties for their little ones. Items such as their Sweets Canopy will ensure your event/party is one not to forget! Party hire starts from just $2.00! itsybitsypartyhire@gmail.com www.itsybitsypartyhire.com.au Laser Tag Hire & Party Supplies Their party hire service is backyard fun. The kids will be raving about what you did for their birthday party! You can rent either laser tag equipment, gaming inflatables, or both!

1800 266 587 www.lasertag.com.au Life of the Party For all your Party Supplies as well as Cake Decorating Supplies, Helium Balloons, Adults and Children’s Costumes, Costume Accessories, Party Games and Favours, Stuffaloons, Face Paints, Giftware, Coloured Tableware, Cards and Wrap, Candles, Party Themes, Decorations, Invitations, Licensed Products, Seasonal Lines, Sparklers, Edible Icing Images, Pinatas, the Biggest Range you’ve ever seen and much much more, come on in to our Party Superstore at North Lakes or order online today! www.lifeoftheparty.net.au Party Ideas In a Box Party Ideas in a Box believes kids parties are fun & simple celebrations that are best enjoyed with family & friends. That is why they supply classic party games and supplies for the DIY party host.

Perfect for an at-home or at-the-park 3-6 year old party, the themed games are thoughtfully created for small or large groups of children and are perfect as indoor or outdoor games. Children love the familiarity of playing their favourite party games, such as our prewrapped Pass the Parcel & Pin the Tail on the Donkey. Their Party Packs make your party organisation simple.

0407 921 920 www.party ideasinabox.com.au Sassy Kids Parties From pirates to princesses; small indoor parties to huge outdoor events; plastic dinnerware to complete chair and table ensembles; their online store have the stationery, dress-up costume accessories, toys and party props for any size, age and budget. www.sassykidsparties.com.au

PARTY ENTERTAINERS

Call an expert to do what they do best!

Amazing Fun Parties & Events They offer to help with everything from jumping castles to entertainers, mascots, rides, food and more. They create the fun memories! www.amazingfunparties.com.au Cheeky Faces Face Paint & Balloons Unique, artistic and colourful Face Painting, by professional, reliable, experienced and insured Face Painting Artists!

0458 776 378 www.cheekyfaces.com.au Circus Dreamz Children can learn how to perform circus tricks - even the big kids if they wish! All equipment is provided for everyone to have a go.

0419 758 724 www.circusdreamz.com Fizzics Education Interactive hands on science parties where your children get to be the scientists!

Plus they send a real scientist, science teacher or science communicator to you! 1300 856 828 www.fizzicseducation.com.au Geckoes Wildlife Presentations An exciting Australian wildlife experience like no other awaits, with a host of amazing Australian animals including snakes, crocodiles, frogs, possums, owls, lizards and quolls waiting to meet you. 0432 953 797 www.geckoeswildlife.com.au Go Kart Wild Hold a “Go Kart Wild Karts in the Park Party” or let your child be the “Grand Prix Winner” in your own backyard. 3 Hours Hire, 6 Go Karts, Helmets included. 0417 432 113 www.gokartwild.com.au Good Fairies For fabulous fairy parties, fairy face painters and balloon benders; or fairy activity programs for parties, look no further than The Fairy Specialists.

1300 432 474 or 0412 664 877 www.goodfairies.com.au Larrikin Puppets Their puppet characters are larger than life, bringing a sense of fantasy and whimsy to the events, which human performers can’t quite provide.

0430 086 835 www.larrikinpuppets.com.au Little Kickers Birthday Parties across Brisbane, Gold Coast and Sunshine Coast. Full of fun football (soccer) parties developed for boys and girls turning 3 - 7 years of age. Little Kickers parties consist of a series of fun imaginative non-ball and ball games including the ultimate penalty shoot-out. They will tailor games to your child’s age and around a party theme or your child’s interests: Animals, super heroes, fairies, monsters, pirates… whatever they love. info@littlekickers.com. au www.littlekickers.com.au Magic Glen Do you want a stress free birthday party for your child? The fabulous, very funny, interactive magic show will keep the kids engaged and laughing for a good 45 minutes, sit back relax and enjoy watching the

Party Time to supervise activities and make sure everyone has a great time. 1300 000540 www.bounceinc.com.au/locations/tingalpa Build-A-Bear Workshop (Chermside & Carindale) All Guests will get to make an unfurgettable memory together that will last forever. You will get a party leader to keep your guests entertained so you can host a hassle-free party with no mess and no clean up. www.mybuildabearparty.com.au Bricks n Fun (Capalaba) They cater for all your LEGO needs. For Birthday Parties you have exclusive use of the Buildroom and eating area for 2 hours.

07 3390 1288 www.bricksnfun.com.au Crank Indoor Rock Climbing (Macgregor) has the largest indoor kids climbing area in Brisbane. Great for your next kid’s party (5yrs+). Filled with colourful creative fun climbs, a cargo net, a slackline and a mini caving tunnel. At $20 for 2 hours (min.10 kids) it is great value (no climbing experience is necessary as one of our friendly staff will show you the ropes). For the older kids we also have after school classes in both rock climbing and Parkour. With the best instructors in Brisbane they will be trained safety to overcome any obstacle.

Book Now brisbaneclimbing@gmail.com kids have the time of their lives. 07 3300 1741 www.KidsPartyMagic.com.au Mek Jewellery Making Parties come to you and supply all the instructions, beads, tools and bits and pieces required, you just supply the creativity!

0404 859 008 www.meke.com.au Mr Toot Entertainment Exciting & unique juggling, ‘clown magic’, clean humour and audience involvement makes Mr. Toot a unique and polished performer! The lovely Esther then gently paints creative and popular designs bringing smiles to each little face.

0488 828 668 www.mrtoot.com.au Old McDonald’s Farms A never to be Forgotten Nostalgic and Fun Interactive animal experience, with bottle feeding, hand feeding and brushing their adorable Farm friends, all brought in show condition for your enjoyment. 0400 278 028 www.oldmacfarms.com.au Physikids Party Physi kids offer specialist mobile party instructors for all ages from 3 to 12 years. They tailor the party to suit your child. Football or Dance? Athletics or Gymnastics? They can do anything!

0414 559 997

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Peebo & Dagwood arrive at shows in their famous colourful clown car, with its Jumbo motorised Wind up Key, (resembles a Giant toy car). They perform their comedy magic show with nonstop fun & laughter from beginning to end. 07 3269 9292 www.peeboanddagwood.com.au Ready Steady Go Kids offers a healthy way to party! Let them take the stress out of planning and running your child’s birthday party by providing an age appropriate sport and entertainment program that is fun, safe and healthy. They will supply experienced staff and all of the equipment required, giving you more of an opportunity to enjoy the special day. What could be easier?

1300 766 892 www.readysteadygokids.com.au Shine Bright Parties Fun, Magic and Entertainment for children! Pink Princess Pamper Parties age 6-12, pink Fairy Pamper Parties ages 3-5, rainbow Fairy Parties ages 3-6, face Painting for Girls and Boys, all ages.

0403 090 885 www.shinebrightparties.webs.com Street Science Let the Street Science team take the worry out of your kid’s party this year by providing not just entertainment, but a hands-on workshop to keep all the kids busy. They arrive early, bring everything, and clean up once they are done. Their parties are fun, educational, safe and most of all provide you with a day your child will never forget! www.streetscience.com.au/science-parties Super Steph Party Ideas Want the best kids party entertainment for your child’s birthday party? Need a show to suit your budget? STOP RIGHT HERE! Have a cheeky boy? A girl that believes in fairies? Want your children to experience magic? Choose a wide range of characters to suite your themed birthday party and know that Super Steph and her Super Party Heroes determined to make your show top quality and guarantee that you will be recommending them to others. 0411 114 709 www.supersteph.com

Suze Wild Design’s artists are insured and Blue Carded.

They paint the favourite designs (butterfly and batman) and a swathe of modern designs as well (Pikachu and Peppa Pig). They also take requests. Kids love them!

Suze Wild Design 0405 063 547 The Hire Engine offers children a unique and exciting birthday party experience. Aspiring fire fighters across Brisbane and the Gold Coast will take delight in squirting the fire hose and riding in an authentic fire truck!

0439 090 304 www.thehireengine.com.au Wildcall Wildlife Shows travels with a collection of Australian native animals and each party is delivered by one of our qualified and experienced animal handlers.

0403 713 452 www.wildcall.com.au

PARTY VENUES

enjoy the party at a local venue and leave the tidying up to them!

AMF Bowling (Various Locations) Kids birthday parties are easy when you have a dedicated party host to manage the day. Grown ups get to sit near-by as their wonderful hosts usher the kids from the bowling lanes to their seating area to enjoy a meal provided by them and open their presents in an area all to themselves.

The food packages available vary and can cater to an array of tastes. www.amfbowling.com.au Bay Play (Cleveland) “Play safe, Eat well, Laugh loud” is not just the tag line of Bay Play Cleveland but also the strong belief that through these everyday fundamentals being instilled in a child’s life, better developmental needs can be met. Through interactive play and movement, Bay Play Cleveland sets out to achieve holistic wellbeing for children, allowing parents to also participate in all forms of play with their child and promotes education of healthy choice of activity, interaction and nutrition.

07 3821 7772 www.bayplaycleveland.com.au Be Bop A Licious (Petrie) BeBopalicious is a retro ice-cream parlour and cake shop on Dayboro road at Petrie. Staff dress in fifty’s gear and the whole space is hot pink. It can cater for up to thirty dudes or babes and offers quirky high tea parties. 07 3285 8855 facebook.com/BeBopALicious Bim Bam Boom (Graceville) No Mess and No Fuss for mum and dad!! Leave it to them to make your child’s birthday party creative!! 07 3278 3788 www.bimbamboom.com.au Binxie’s (Ashgrove) can now host your child’s next birthday party! They offer several choices of parties, such as games, art & craft, or even a High Tea. They also have a Party and Toy Shop. 07 3366 8834 www.binxies.com.au Bounce Inc (Tingalpa) Kids will literally jump for joy when you book a party at BOUNCE. From the Free Jump arena, to the Big Bag, Slamdunk and Dodgeball courts, it’s a next-level party playground for kids who want to experiencee a truly radical birthday. In addition to a world full of trampolines, guests get a private party room, catering and their own awesome party host

Chipmunks Playland & Café (Various) No fuss, no clean up and guaranteed fun, Chipmunks is the perfect birthday party venue for boys and girls aged between 0 – 11 years of age. www.chipmunks.com.au Flipside Circus (Alderley) It is the day on the calendar year that you will hear about regularly – “My Birthday.”

Take the stress and guess work out of how to make that day special with a Flipside Circus Birthday Party! They have a weather proof venue that they welcome you to make your own and decorate as well as fully equipped circus trainers that are professionals at keeping a group of young, active children entertained, engaged and happy. www.flipsidecircus.org.au Funkee Monkees Café & Play Centre (Coopers Plains) Cater for up to 30 children. They allow 2 hours per party and they have flexible party food options.

07 3216 6822 www.funkeemonkees.com.au Game On Family Fun Centre (North Lakes) Take the hassle, cooking and cleaning out of your child’s birthday party and relax with your guests as they attend to your child and give them an exciting party to remember for many years to come! 07 3014 0322 www.gameonfamilyfuncentre.com.au Golf Central (Brisbane Airport) It’s party time at Golf Central! Celebrate your child’s birthday and make their day the party event of the year! Let them do all the work as you relax and enjoy a variety of packages and menus that are sure to cater for any party guests age, skill or special requirements. 07 3087 7800 golfcentralbne.com.au Gymboree Play and Music (Various) 100% fun, 0% cleanup. For 1st to 5th birthdays, enjoy an action packed play party, a playful music party or a creative art party.

You choose the theme. They provide exclusive facility use and a specialist teacher. Let them make your party unforgettable. www.gymboree.com.au Iceworld (Boondall & Acaia Ridge) Iceworld hosts parties all year around. Party packages include admission and skate hire, food, décorated party area, 15 minutes demonstration on the basics of skating and a party host. www.iceworld.com.au/birthday-parties/information Inflatable World (Various) It’s all about having fun, so bring the whole family and bounce on in to Inflatable World. It’s not just for the kids - they encourage the parents to have fun with their children. They have different party options to suit your needs and budget. www.inflatableworldoz.com.au/ Jump In For Fun (Salisbury) Your Birthday will go off with the biggest BANG at Jump In 4 Fun in Brisbane no matter the theme you want – just tell them what your interests and birthday party ideas are and they will work some FUN majix to help you bring it together!

07 3277 7202 www.jumpin4fun.com.au Just Jump Trampoline Park & Indoor Play Centre (Redbank) 90 minutes including 1 hour jumping plus Free Indoor Play including Rock Climbing Wall - including your own party host who’ll organise some games & activities. 07 3437 8588 www.justjumpqld.com.au

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Kb Equine Centre (Cedar Creek) Kb Equine Centre offers onsite pony parties to celebrate your child’s Birthday. 0412 336 861 www.kbequinecentre.com Laserforce (Woolloongabba) Laserforce situated at 55 Ipswich Road, Woolloongabba is an extremely popular birthday party venue offering a variety of packages to suit you and your budget. Visit their website for Packages, Prices, Holiday Specials, Kids Days, Party Nights and other offers. 07 3891 1031 www.laserforce.com.au Laserzone (Lawnton) Laserzone parties are easy, low-fuss and great value. From the time you arrive to the time you leave, your party will be busy enjoying the centre and having the time of their lives. As the organiser, you get to kick back and enjoy the ride. All you need to do is book, organise a cake, and get the kids to Laserzone on the day! 07 3205 4141 brisbane.laserzone.com.au Lollipop’s Playland & Café (Various) Rain, hail or shine they offer a safe, secure Play Centre where kids can have hours of fun climbing, sliding, swinging, jumping and spinning. www.lollipopsplayland.com.au Mini Mates (Burbank) Mini Mates is a wonderful place that offers a real hands-on animal experience.

07 3349 1910 www.minimates.wix.com/minimates North Lakes Aquatic Centre (North Lakes) Take all the stress, mess and fuss out of your kids next party and have it at North Lakes Aquatic Centre.

07 3886 2022 www.northlakesac.com.au Petite Princess Parlour (North Lakes) They offer ALL INCLUSIVE Birthday Party Packages for girls including age appropriate beauty treatments along with traditional party fanfare in their exquisitely decorated Parlour in North Lakes! They provide everything from the printed invitations through to cakes, take home party boxes and everything sparkly in between! 07 3491 3588 www.petiteprincessparlour.com.au Rainbow City Children’s Playcentre & Café (Underwood) Rainbow City is a cool and colourful environment for the whole family – regardless of the season (or …weather!) We are fully air conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi. Ask them about private hires and birthday parties. You will find them totally awesome! www.rainbowcplaycentre.com.au

Ramp Attak (Geebung) They offer something different and the kids just love it! BYO party food or grab some food and drinks from the kiosk. 07 3265 6185 www.rampattak.com.au Regal Palace Parties (Mitchelton) Regal Palace Parties is a Venue where they host complete Children’s Birthday Parties. Their Kid’s Birthday Parties are fully Catered from start to finish. Mum (and Dad) can relax with a coffee at one of their nearby Cafe’s whilst they do all the work. They offer Birthday Parties for boys and girls aged between 5 – 13 Years of age. www.regalpalaceparties.com.au Rocksports Indoor Climbing (Fortitude Valley & Shailer Park) The Rocksports Birthday Party has become the ‘best party I’ve ever had’ to a generation of boys and girls of all ages throughout Brisbane.

07 3216 0462 www.rocksports.com.au Rowdy Rascals (Jindalee) ‘Fairies’, ‘Space’ or ‘Theme-It-Yourself’ rooms, a Rowdy Rascal’s birthday party is the ultimate in kiddie fun and parental salvation.

07 3162 0790 www.rowdyrascals.com.au Skateaway (Albany Creek) You can plan your party around your needs either during the day, or for something different, at night. Included in the Party Packages is - food, skate hire, a party table, skate session and a party host. 07 3325 1711 www.skateaway.net.au Skyzone (Macgregor) Sky Zone Macgregor is an indoor trampoline park in Brisbane, with hundreds of trampolines, connected to form a single massive trampoline that literally allows you to jump off the walls.

Plus Sky Zone Macgregor has it’s very own Skyland Brisbane’s only 3 storey laser tag arena that holds up to 40 players battling it out in a cloud-filled wonderland. www.skyzone.com.au/location/macgregor Stafford Skate Centre (Stafford) So! It’s your birthday! For a little over ten dollars per person, you and your friends could be celebrating your party with them at Stafford Skate Centre! Forget organising things; they’ll do it for you! 07 3357 4444 www.staffordskatecentre.com.au

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Thunderbird Park (Tamborine Mountain) Take birthday parties to the top at Thunderbird Park on Tamborine Mountain. Adventure joins nature in this 112-hectare rainforest property. Kids can go wild in the great outdoors, a range of exciting adventures keeps them entertained and they will remember this party for years. 07 55451468 www.thunderbirdpark.com.au Tiddlywinks Dance and Play Café (Nundah) Tiddlywinks provides invitations, unlimited dance and play, individual baskets of food, reserved table for parents, free return entry for birthday child.

07 3266 8484 www.tiddlywinks.com.au TumbleTastics (Morningside & Everton Hils) TumbleTastics Birthday Parties can cater for up to 20 children, and includes the following: a Party Coordinator for 1.5 hour TumbleTastic’s Birthday Party, Organised games and activities (determined by your Party Coordinators and may include a variety of activities including gymnastics, relays, dance, songs, swings and puppets, depending on your child’s age) and much more! www.tumbletastics.com.au/birthday-parties We Play Family Fun Centre (Browns Plains) Wow your guests with their one-of-a-kind fully themed party rooms, gourmet cafe, black light mini golf, laser tag, lasertronics, balltronics, and, of course, the best play structure in the country! 1300 937 529 www.brownsplains.weplay4fun.com.au Xtreme Indoor Trampoline Centre (Meadowbrook) The ceiling really is the limit at Xtreme and with dedicated adventure zones throughout the trampoline arena. Party packages include: 1 hour jump sessions and 30 minutes in the themed party room and food if needed. www.xtremetrampoline.com.au/pages/parties Yogurtland (Strathpine) At Yogurtland, they are all about using the real stuff in their frozen yogurt: real milk, real fruit, real toppings, real flavour. You can create your own flavour sensation with a variety of toppings. They now do parties! Choose from a variety of packages which include a host, games, party bags, balloons, party hats, invites and a gift for the birthday child!

07 38899497 www.yogurtlandaustralia.com.au

#FamiliesMagFun W I N T E R ’S DAY O U T

Day trips for kids who love trains Are your kids the ultimate train fans? We’ve got some brilliant day trip ideas for your kids who love trains! Brisbane, Ipswich and its surrounding areas are teeming with railway history and unique train rides that are sure to delight locomotive lovers of any age.

Read on to find out more!

Steam trains

and electric engines to a working blacksmith workshop and free tours. For the little ones, there is a train themed indoor playground, with a café on site or a number of places that are perfect for picnics. Each school holidays, you’ll be delighted by the themed exhibitions with dozens of special activities available.

Bribie Island miniature steam train – Melsa Park has a 500 metre track that’s perfect for a miniature steam train ride. They operate every 3rd Sunday of the month from 10 am.

Gympie’s Mary Valley Heritage Railway – Featuring the famous Valley Rattler steam train currently on view at the historic Old Gympie Station. You can travel through the region on the Red Rocket, an old diesel train, or visit the working model train room.

There are a variety of places you can go to experience steam trains and by gone eras of travel – the kids will be in raptures!

Bracken Ridge Lions Park miniature steam train – On the fourth Sunday of every month, take your little one for a ride on a mini steam train through McPherson Park.

Steam Train Sunday – take your little train aficionado on a trip he or she will just adore. On the first Sunday of each month, visit a glamourous by gone era of travel through the magic of steam powered trains. Journey for an hour around Brisbane and see it as you’ve never seen it before – historic, heritage-listed railway stations, beautiful scenery, and even old abandoned ghost stations.

Model Trains

The Brisbane Model Train Show – During the May school holidays, the Australian Model Railway Association hosts this model train show at the Brisbane Showgrounds. With miniature and full-size train rides, heritage displays, loads of models and miniature train displays, it’s the perfect day out for any lover of locomotives.

Big Days Out

Workshop Rail Museum in Ipswich – This museum is a must for train lovers of any age. It contains a range of exciting train-themed exhibits, from steam

Train-themed parks

For something a little simpler, you can’t go past a park where everything is all about trains.

Scarborough Beach Park – this park features a stationary train with a track running through the play area, along with a climbing net, swings, balancing equipment, and loads more to keep the kinds busy.

Ewing Park in Woodridge – This park has a large train complete with station, and even offers real train rides every 2nd and 4th Sunday of the month. With swings, slides, and courts for netball, basketball, tennis and volleyball, there’s something for everyone!

Milton Park in Milton – There’s a replica train complete with petrol bowser to engage the imagination. For the more active kids, there are a range of bike paths with signs for the kids to navigate, and a range of fun slides and swings.

To find more information about train day trips and other ‘day trips with kids’ visit our website: www.familiesmagazine.com.au/attractions/day-tripsfrom-brisbane-for-kids-who-love-trains

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Best bicycle paths in Brisbane

Soak up the sun, breathe in the fresh air and listen to the sounds of nature when you take your family on a bike ride around Brisbane’s best bicycle paths.

There’s a plethora of bicycle paths within the area suitable for Brisbane Families ranging in difficulty from easy, medium and hard so that you can choose a path best suited to your level of experience. This makes it easy to choose a path to match your child’s age and skill level so that even young kids just learning to ride a bike can join in on the family fun.

Cycling is a healthy outdoor activity that the entire family can enjoy together and has many health benefits which include developing strength, balance and overall fitness, as well as strengthening the heart, lungs, lower-body muscles and bones.

Clontarf to Redcliffe

Mitchelton to Alderley

Rocks Riverside Promenade Jindalee

Brisbane River Loop

The 13km bike ride from Clontarf to Redcliffe begins at the southern tip of the Redcliffe peninsula and travels through a pelican beach, 19th century shipwreck, headland views towards Redcliffe’s town centre. You can begin the bike ride at the pelican park which becomes an attraction at 10am for the daily feed time then continue the path around Clontarf’s bay. The route ends as you go through Settlement Cove, where you can stop for a swim on a hot day. Finish up at Bee Gee’s Way and take a walk through the commemorative walkway that honours Redcliffe’s most famous young residents.

The Rocks Riverside Promenade at Jindalee has a 6km return cycle path starting adjacent to the Centenary Highway Bridge at Amazons Place. The scenic path is surrounded by gumtrees and winds its way through meadows until it meets with the Rocks Riverside Park. Along the way there are plenty of benches and picnic shelters available to stop and take a break, as well as a playground with a flying fox that is sure to be a hit among the kids. Made up of gentle hills and wide paved paths, the bicycle track is suitable for most ages and levels of experience.

Sandgate

Cycling through Sandgate is a relatively easy ride of about 6km return and is suited to most ages and levels of experience. The pathway passes through a number of waterfront picnic spots and playgrounds until it reaches the historical jetty at Shorncliffe. Begin by the Sandgate Swimming Pool on Flinders Parade and follow the cotton tree lined esplanade along Sandgate’s historical seafront stretch. At the base of Shorncliffe’s cliffs you can find the Sandgate Baptist Church which has been around since 1887. Just around the cliff base is a sheltered beach area with grassy dunes which has a playground and picnic shelters to relax in at the end of your journey.

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Running for approximately 8km return, the Mitchelton to Alderley bicycle path has a strong rural feel. The pathway travels along Kedron Brook through old farmlands with remnants of machinery, sculptures and historical plaques from an early farming family who once lived in the area. The diverse pathway allows you to travel along a creek through the parklands before you split down a hill and ride through a field of cows and ruins of feed sheds and sculptures made of old farm machinery. The cycling path then bypasses a bat colony and ends at Grinstead Park playground and picnic area.

The Brisbane River Loop is Brisbane’s most well-known ride, stretching between 35 and 40km. It includes cycling paths and on road riding through a range of Brisbane suburbs including South Brisbane, Brisbane City, Milton, Auchenflower, Toowong, St Lucia, Indooroopilly, Chelmer, Graceville, Tennyson, Yeronga, Dutton Park, Highgate Hill and West End. The ride is versatile and there are many variations to the loop. It can be done in either direction however many people begin and end the ride at South Brisbane. It is a long ride and is best suited to a family with more experienced cyclists.

Gather up your family and take them on a bike-riding adventure around some of the best paths that Brisbane has to offer! Not only can you improve your health and fitness, you can be rewarded as you watch your skill levels grow together while you progress from the beginner paths to the more challenging trails.

Carindale Minnippi Parklands

This bicycle path runs for approximately 9km return through the lush Minnippi Parklands. The track is ideal for younger or less experienced riders and is made up of a wide concrete path that winds through forest areas,

#FamiliesMagFun across meadows and over small wooden bridges. There’s a playground halfway that the kids can stop and play at for a break, or alternatively can be used as a starting point to halve the track distance. The creek running through the Parklands is home to turtles and water birds who quite often come up near the picnic shelters to find food scraps.

the path is quite narrow and especially windy in some places. There is also a few narrow bridges and easy inclines that might prove difficult for less experienced cyclists.

Wynnum to Manly

This bike ride follows Ithaca Creek along a 7km return journey. The path starts at Woolcock Park, Red Hill, and allows you to spot plenty of wildlife amongst the creek bank along the way. While trees shade most of the route, there are a couple of on-road sections among quiet streets. There are a few gentle slopes along the way, and a short while into the track you come across a dirt jump bike circuit where experienced kids can show off their skills.

The Wynnum to Manly bicycle path is 6.1km one way travelling across flat, off-road pathways which make it ideal for beginners or younger riders.

Absorb the views from the scenic pathway as you ride past the Manly boat harbour and marina, Manly Pool, playgrounds, Wynnum Pier and Wynnum Wading Pool where you can choose stop off for a dunk in Brisbane’s only tidal wading pool.

Boondall Wetlands

A cycle-way runs through the Boondall Wetlands between the Entertainment Centre and Nudgee Road, stretching a 7-8km path. The path allows you to enjoy the best of nature while you cycle past marshland, waterholes, woodlands and forests. Despite being suitable for most ages,

Red Hill to Newmarket

For your chance to WIN a copy of Family Rides In SE QLD, a book of detailed maps of bike paths suitable for recreational cycling for your family, see page 31.

For a list of 14 of Brisbane’s best family friendly bicycle paths broken down by easy, medium or hard visit our website: www.familiesmagazine.com.au/attractions/ best-bicycle-paths-for-kids-in-brisbane

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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 (Aug/Sept 2016) send your entry by 5pm on Friday 1 July 2016. Email Regina – Listings@FamiliesMagazine.com.au

JUNE FAMILIES FUN Fri 27 May – Sat 4 Jun Oliver, Redcliffe Bringing Charles Dickens’ beloved novel to life, Lionel Bart’s Oliver! takes audiences on a wild adventure through Victorian England.

Join young, orphaned Oliver Twist as he navigates the London’s underworld of theft and violence, searching for a home, a family, and - most importantly - for love.

Redcliffe Cultural Centre. Bookings Essential. www. familiesmagazine.com.au/events/oliver-redcliffe Until Sat 9 Jul Cinderella, Petrie Terrace Brisbane Arts Theatre presents a hilarious pantomime featuring the traditional fairytale of Cinderella, complete with handsome prince and ugly step sisters! Bookings Essential. www.familiesmagazine.com.au/events/cinderellapetrie-terrace Throughout Jun/Jul Measure Island, South Brisbane This is not your usual island: on Measure Island every step takes you to a new puzzle or exhibit waiting to be explored. Test the speed and accuracy of your throw, get your heart racing and measure your heart beat while viewing something scary, and watch a ‘diamond’ disappear before your eyes. This exhibition celebrates the often hidden world of measurement and will make you

think about measurement in a new and fun way. With exciting hands-on exhibits, this is one island you won’t want to miss visiting. Sciencentre 9.30am – 5pm daily. www.familiesmagazine.com.au/events/measure-islandsouth-brisbane/ Throughout Jun & Jul Reel Bubs@Dendy, Portside REEL BUBS a program exclusively for parents and carers with children. These screenings are tailored to meet their needs and includes the availability of night lights (on request) and sound levels that suit the parent/carer and child. www.familiesmagazine.com.au/events/reel-bubsdendy-portside Sat 4 Jun Indigi Day Out, Capalaba There will be lots to see and do at Indigi Day Out, including - market stalls by local companies and suppliers, native plant sales, loads of kids activities including craft, environmental displays, trackless train rides, live animals and music and food.

10am – 4pm. www.familiesmagazine.com.au/events/ indigi-day-out-capalaba Sat 4 & Sun 5 Jun Pine Rivers LEGO Fan Expo, Strathpine At the Expo there will be-amazing LEGO creations and displays, interactive displays, 501st Redback Garrison - Star wars Characters, LEGO kids play area - play, build and have fun, LEGO Raffle, food and drinks. Tickets are only available online, no tickets will be sold at the door. Strathpine Community Centre. www.familiesmagazine.com.au/ events/pine-rivers-lego-fan-expo Sun 5 Jun Logan Eco Action Festival, Meadowbrook LEAF is a free community festival welcoming everyone from all ages to attend and be actively involved in a fun and inspiring program. This interactive and educational event is designed to stimulate awareness about the environmental issues we face as a community, and through education, empower festival attendees to make a positive change. 10am – 3pm. Griffith University. www.familiesmagazine.com.au/events/logan-ecoaction-festival-meadowbrook Sun 5 Jun Mater Little Miracles 5 ks Walk, South Bank This year they have some exciting news ...They’ve introduced a new ‘Little Legs Loop’—a shorter walk

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option of 2.5 km for the younger members of your family.

This year, you, your family and friends can enjoy the walk and entertainment on offer, including: face painting, jumping castles, Old Macdonald’s Farm, balloons, fairy floss, popcorn, performances by the one and only Peppa Pig and Brisbane singer-songwriter Ella Ferdinands and a whole lot more! And guess who the kids get to meet...?

Only the legendary Miracle Max and PAW Patrol’s heroic puppies—Police Pup Chase and Fire Dog Marshall! www. familiesmagazine.com.au/events/mater-little-miracles5-ks-walk-south-bank/ Fri 10 – Sun 10 Jun Redcliffe Musical Theatre Youth Production of Beauty and the Beast, Redcliffe Beauty and the Beast tells the story of a prince who is transformed into a hideous beast as punishment for his cruel and selfish ways, and an adventurous young woman named Belle whom he imprisons in his castle. In order to become human again, the Beast must earn Belle’s love before it’s too late. Seven new songs were written for the stage musical. Redcliffe Cultural Centre. Bookings Essential. www.familiesmagazine.com.au/events/ redcliffe-musical-theatre-youth-production-of-beautyand-the-beast-redcliffe Sat 11 Jun Mount Ommaney Special School Baby & Kids Market, Mount Ommaney Mount Ommaney Special School are once again holding their annual Baby & Kids Market. Go along to 94 Capitol Dr, Mt Ommaney from 8am-12noon. Entry is just $2 with all proceeds going towards education programs and equipment for the students. There will be heaps of bargains on offer, as well as activities to keep the kids amused. For more information email Kerrie Reid at kreid125@eq.edu.au or check them out on Facebook. www.familiesmagazine. com.au/events/mount-ommaney-special-school-babykids-market-mount-ommaney Sat 11 – Sun 12 Jun History Alive, Fort Lytton History Alive is Queensland’s biggest multi-period history event.

Each day, visitors can experience Roman, Viking, Medieval, Napoleonic, Colonial and World War activities. Whether you’re a history buff or eager to learn, there is something for everyone. Colonial dance workshops, Viking cooking

#FamiliesMagFun Permaculture at the workshops. Enjoy good seasonal organic food to wonderful music and performances. Family fun and good vibes! Tickets will be $5 extra at the door.

Ticket numbers are limited this year, so purchase your ticket now to ensure you are part of the magic on the day!

Northey Street City Farm. www.familiesmagazine.com. au/events/winter-solstice-festival-windsor/ Sun 19 Jun Lights, Camera, Action! South Bank QSO brings you the best movie music live with orchestra. Hear classic soundtracks from Star Wars and E.T. to the magic of Harry Potter and recent favourites featuring music from Frozen. A must-do treat the whole family will enjoy.

Queensland Symphony Orchestra. From 11.30am. www.familiesmagazine.com.au/events/lights-cameraaction-south-bank

demonstrations, historical talks, Medieval tournaments and WWI battle re-enactments are just a few of the opportunities you will have to connect with history. www.familiesmagazine.com.au/events/history-alive -a-journey-through-time Tue 14 – Sat 18 Jun The 52-Storey Treehouse, Brisbane They’re back! Andy and Terry’s Treehouse is now 52 storeys high, but there’s no time to play! Mr Big Nose has mysteriously disappeared, Jill has fallen into a deep sleep and Andy and Terry just can’t wake her up. Can they solve the mysteries and survive the dangers that test even their ingenuity? What are you waiting for? Come on up!

Bookings Essential. QUT Gardens Theatre. www.familiesmagazine.com.au/events/52-storeytreehouse-brisbane/ Fri 17 – Sun 19 Jun Brisbane 2016 Pregnancy, Babies & Children’s Expo, South Brisbane At the Expo in 2016 you will discover all you need to know for you, your pregnancy or child. And they’re celebrating 25 years!

With greater access than ever before to the latest advice and products for whatever stage of parenting you are at.

Free Tickets available on their website! www.pbcexpo. com.au - grab one now and save yourself $20! Brisbane Convention Centre. www.familiesmagazine.com.au/ events/pregnancy-babies-childrens-expo/

administrative staff, local community groups and businesses come together to create a beautiful day on their oval. The stalls are all run by school families or staff who have baked, mixed, sewn, knitted and arranged the produce or the activity. Parents cook the BBQ and make the sushi. As a group, the school families and staff run games and sell plants. 10am – 4pm. www. familiesmagazine.com.au/events/holland-park-stateschool-fete-holland-park/ Sat 18 Jun USA Monster Trucks & FMX Unleashed, Ascot USA Monster Trucks and FMX unleashed is coming to Doomben Racecourse. There will be Fmx all stars, fire and light pyro spectacular, Crasharama Demolition derby, roll over cars and stadium truck jump spectacular.

It will be one action-packed night! Bookings essential.

Gates open from 2pm. www.familiesmagazine.com.au/ events/usa-monster-trucks-fmx-unleashed-ascot/ Sat 18 Jun Winter Solstice Festival, Windsor Celebrate the shortest day and the longest night of the year. There will be kid’s activities and a lantern parade. Learn about subtropical

Sun 19 Jun Magical Market Day/Harry Potter Event, Bald Hills Join the Bonnyview Hotel for their Magical Market Day & Harry Potter Event! There will be 30 Magical & Harry Potter themed Stalls in the car park from 10am 2pm, Bistro opened from 10am - 2pm with a Harry Potter themed Menu, a Mini “Diagon Alley” in the Lava Lounge from 10am - 3pm, Colouring Comp, Best Costume Prizes and Meet Hagrid, Crookshanks and Scabbers from 12pm 2pm! Wingardium Leviosa!! Bonnyview Hotel. www.familiesmagazine.com.au/events/magicalmarket-dayharry-potter-event-bald-hills/ Thu 23 - Mon 27 Jun Disney on Ice Magical Ice Festival, Boondall Get ready to enter a world of enchantment featuring the most magical moments from across the kingdom in Disney On Ice presents Magical Ice Festival.

You’ll be whisked away into the wintery world of the Academy Award® winning and number one animated feature film of all time, Disney’s Frozen, to join royal sisters Elsa and Anna, the hilarious snowman Olaf, rugged mountain-man Kristoff and his loyal reindeer Sven as they help the sisters along the way in a story full of action, adventure and magic. Bookings Essential. Brisbane Entertainment Centre. www.familiesmagazine.com.au/ events/disney-on-ice-magical-ice-festival-boondal/

Fri 17 Jun – Sun 10 Jul Winter Festival, Brisbane With stunning open air ice rinks, rides, markets and much much more set against our beautiful city, it is the perfect magical white winter experience and the best way to spend your winter with friends and family! Purchase your tickets now to reserve your place to skate on the beautiful open air outdoor ice rink! Be quick as spots are limited.

Other ticketed attractions on the day include a snow sled ride TOBOGGAN TERROR, and powdered SNOW PIT open every day! For those not looking to skate, it’s completely free to go down and relax, grab some food and drink and enjoy the magical winter atmosphere whilst overlooking the rink! King George Square. www.familiesmagazine. com.au/events/winter-festival-brisbane/ Sat 18 Jun Holland Park State School Fete, Holland Park The school community, families, teaching and

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#FamiliesMagFun WINTER HOLIDAYS FAMILIES FUN Throughout the Holidays Family Films At Dendy, Portside $8 tickets for Finding Dory (June 16) The BFG (June 30) Belle and Sebastien: The Adventure Continues (June 30) and Ice Age: Collision Course (June 23) www.dendy.com.au Until Sun 9 Oct Dinosaur Discovery: Lost Creatures of the Cretaceous, South Brisbane It’s back! Featuring more than 20 animated, life-size dinosaur models, including the fearsome T-Rex, and Queensland’s very own Muttaburrasaurus, Dinosaur Discovery: Lost Creatures of the Cretaceous will transport you back millions of years to when dinosaurs ruled the earth. www.familiesmagazine. com.au/events/dinosaur-discovery-lost-creaturescretaceous-south-brisbane-3 Tue 21 – Tue 28 Jun Out of the Box Festival, South Bank QPAC’s Out of the Box festival is eight days of spectacular performances, hands-on workshops, exhibitions, free activities and events especially for children eight years and under. As the only early childhood arts festival in Australia – and one of only a handful in the world – Out of the Box celebrates learning, play, curiosity and discovery for children and their families. www.familiesmagazine. com.au/events/out-of-the-box-festival-for-childreneight-years-and-under Tue 21 – Tue 28 Jun Creature: An Adapation of Dot and the Kangaroo, South Brisbane Creature is a new interactive digital and physical theatre experience based on the much loved Australian story, Dot and the Kangaroo.

Discover the magical landscape of the Australian bush as you’ve never seen it before, where large scale 3D projections of familiar animals spring to life and respond to the dance and aerial performers on stage. Bookings Essential. QPAC. www.familiesmagazine.com.au/events/ creature-an-adapation-of-dot-and-the-kangaroo Tue 21 – Tue 28 Jun Hanuman: The Tale Behind the Name, South Brisbane What’s bright, big, round and orange, and all alone up in the sky? Everyone knows it is Soorya the Sun, but not little Hanuman. Believing the sun to be a sweet, juicy, giant mango, the cheeky monkey child flies high up into the heavens just to get his little paws on his favourite fruit. Step into a world of adventure as the stories of Hanuman come alive through narration, sketches, dance and music. Bookings Essential. QPAC. www.familiesmagazine.com.au/events/hanuman-thetale-behind-the-name-south-brisbane Tue 21 – Tue 28 Jun I See You, South Brisbane I See You is a touching early-years theatre experience where sounds, images and sensations transform the mundane into dreamlike worlds - worlds where our stories connect and liberate us. Bookings Essential.

QPAC. www.familiesmagazine.com.au/events/i-seeyou-south-brisbane Tue 21 - Tue 28 Jun Little Red Riding Hood, South Brisbane Funny, cheeky and feisty, Little Red Riding Hood is a delightful mashup of ballet and creative theatrics that families will love. This is a unique re-telling of a classic fairytale, set to an original score that will enthral the littlest lovers of dance and theatre. Bookings Essential. QPAC. www.familiesmagazine.com.au/events/little-redriding-hood-south-brisbane

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Tue 21 – Tue 28 Jun Holi Throw, South Brisbane Get colourful! Holi Throw is an outdoor experience for children influenced by the traditional Indian celebratory custom of Holi. Accompanied by a pumping soundtrack of Indian fusion music, and led by visual artists, theatre makers and volunteers, children will celebrate renewal and new life through structured and unstructured colour play.

Bookings Essential. South Bank. www.familiesmagazine. com.au/events/holi-throw-south-brisbane Thu 23 - Mon 27 Jun Gazillion Bubble Show, South Brisbane Direct from Broadway, Gazillion Bubble Show will amaze you with mind-blowing bubble magic. Step into an interactive bubble world and be dazzled by spellbinding lasers, spectacular lighting effects, and jaw-dropping masterpieces of bubble artistry. Gazillion Bubble Show is an un-bubble-lieveable extravaganza for everyone, unlike anything seen before. It’ll blow you away!

Bookings Essential. QPAC. www.familiesmagazine.com. au/events/gazillion-bubble-show-south-brisbane Fri 24 – Sun 26 Jun Redcliffe City Show, Redcliffe With a huge program of events over the three days of June 24-26, the annual Redcliffe Show is good value for money and a fun day out. Each day’s entertainment includes horse judging and showjumping, and poultry displays, amusement rides, showbags, arts and crafts, schoolwork displays, horticultural, animal nursery, feeding and

shearing, cooking, needlework and woodwork, machinery restoration displays, as well as the Lollypop Clown wandering around. There’s Fireworks on Friday & Saturday night, plus showbags, sideshow games, showtime food vendors, and a great carnival atmosphere. www. familiesmagazine.com.au/attractions/redcliffe-show/ Sat 25 Jun – Sun 3 July Play School Live in Concert Humpty’s Showtime, Various Locations in Brisbane The concert will have Play School fans singing, dancing and jumping for joy as they see Humpty putting on his very own show. Humpty gathers the Play School toys to help with the big spectacular with starring roles from Jemima, Big Ted, Little Ted and Meeka. Showing at various locations, check website for details. Bookings Essential. www.familiesmagazine.com.au/events/play-schoollive-concert-humptys-showtime-brisbane/ Sun 26 Jun Kids Preview – Belle & Sebastien: The Adventure Continues! Portside Be the first to see this very special movie before it releases on the 30th June! Tickets $8 10.30am. Dendy Portside. www. familiesmagazine.com.au/events/kids-preview-bellesebastienthe-adventure-continues-portside Sun 26 Jun Frozen Sing-a-long, Portside Frozen fun activities start at 2:30pm. Tickets $8. Dendy Portside. www.familiesmagazine.com.au/events/frozen-sing-along-portside

#FamiliesMagFun Sun 26 Jun – Sun 7 Aug So Much Fun at Roma Street Parklands, Brisbane 26 June Sounds in the Park – Kids and Clowns, Sunnybank Brass and Smartie Pants the Clown, 2pm - The Amphitheatre FREE 10 July - Christmas in July – Family Carol Concert Christmas was ‘cancelled’ last year due to wet weather, so you will finally get the chance to sing everyone’s favourite carols; and if everyone is good, they may even have a visit from Santa!

2pm - The Amphitheatre FREE 6 & 7 August Parks Alive - A weekend of workshops, activities, talks and walks for the whole family across the whole parkland. FREE 28 & 30 June, 5 & 7 July Art, craft and gardening activities - 9.30am to 11.30am. Suitable for 3 – 12 year olds 28 & 29 June, 5 & 6 July Ginger Sport soccer clinics 1.30pm to 3.30pm. Suitable for 2 – 10 year olds 29 June, 1, 6, 8, 13 & 15 July Boppin’ Babies 9.30am, 10.15am & 11am. Suitable for 0 – 4 year olds 29 June, 1, 6 & 8 July – Yogababy 9.30am & 10.30am. Suitable for 3 – 12 year olds.

Sprouts in the Park activities cost $2 per child per session. Correct change only.

2 July 10am and 12noon Catch & Release Fishing Day Bookings open 20 June – call 1300 137 46. www.romastreetparkland.com Mon 27 Jun – Fri 1 July Kids Dig It! Medieval Family Fun, Caboolture The Abbey Museum will once again host another amazing school holiday activity, with this programs them being all things Medieval! The Museum will have a range of fun and educational activities on offer including a medieval dig, archery, drumming workshops, story tellings, dress ups, and many fun arts and crafts to keep little hand busy. With doors opening at 9:30 and activities beginning at 10am, this is one school holiday program you do not want to miss! www.familiesmagazine.com.au/events/kids-dig-it-medieval-family-fun Tue 28 Jun - Sat 2 Jul 3 Little Pigs, Kangaroo Point Full of wonderful songs, dances, sets and costume. For the young and young at heart. Fame Theatre Company at BEMAC. Bookings Essential. www.familiesmagazine.com.au/events/3-little-pigs-kangaroo-point Sat 2 Jul Circa - Carnival of Animals, Cleveland Go on a circus safari through jungles, oceans and plains … The Circa carnival comes to town with whimsical tales of creatures of land and sea, who tumble, fly, leap and spin their way through the many wondrous worlds of the animal kingdom. Don’t miss Circa’s amazing acrobats when they bring the joy of the animal kingdom to the stage in Carnival of the Animals at Redland Performing Arts Centre on Saturday 2 July. Tickets: $18 - $20. Bookings: 3829 8131 or www.rpac.com.au

Tue 5 – Fri 8 Jul Young Actor’s Shakespeare Intensive, St Lucia Unravel the riddle of Shakespeare’s text through exercises and techniques utilised by the Queensland Shakespeare Ensemble’s Core Ensemble actors. Connect to Shakespeare’s words, and deliver them with clarity of thought, emotional engagement and physical embodiment.

The Young Actor’s Shakespeare Intensive will be delivered over four days and will conclude with a work-in-progress showcase for friends and family. Bookings Essential. www.familiesmagazine.com.au/events/young-actors-shakespeare-intensive Wed 6 Jul Pants Down Circus Rock, Redcliffe Pants Down Circus Rock! is a high-voltage all-ages show set to a pumping rock soundtrack and packed full of death-defying stunts.

Imagine the greatest rock band ever, as a circus. It’ll shake you all night long. Pants Down Circus Rock! is a circus extravaganza! Featuring trapeze and acrobatics, juggling and hula hoops. Redcliffe Cultural Centre. Bookings Essential. www.familiesmagazine.com.au/ events/pants-circus-rock-redcliffe Wed 6 – Sat 9 Jul The Peasant Prince, Brisbane Li Cunxin’s iconic autobiography Mao’s Last Dancer was first published as a children’s picture book, The Peasant Prince. Monkey Baa is honoured to adapt this story for the stage. Li, a 10-year old peasant boy, is plucked from his village in rural China and sent to a ballet academy in the big city. He leaves everything and everyone he knows, including his beloved parents. Bookings Essential. QUT Gardens Theatre. www.familiesmagazine.com.au/events/the-peasant-prince-brisbane Thu 7 Jul The Fairies - Lets Party, Redcliffe The Fairies Let’s Party Tour is so much fairy fun as the fairy friends party their way through an hour of high energy dancing and brilliant fairy songs. Bookings Essential. Redcliffe Cultural Centre. www.familiesmagazine.com.au/ events/fairies-lets-party-redcliffe

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#FamiliesMagFun JULY FAMILIES FUN Wed 6 - Sat 9 Jul Pretty, Pretty Please!, New Farm How do kids get away with asking for ice cream for dinner – and actually getting it? These July school holidays catch Flipside’s young circus artists in their enchanting new show Pretty, Pretty Please! as they reveal the secrets and tactics to asking for, and getting, what they really want! Pretty, Pretty Please! explores the many varied ways kids ask for things through circus storytelling skills.

An original show that mixes an array of circus skills including breathtaking aerials, amazing acrobatics, gusty German wheel and extraordinary juggling to create a heart-warming performance perfect for audiences of all ages. Bookings Essential. Brisbane Powerhouse www. familiesmagazine.com.au/events/pretty-pretty-pleasenew-farm Fri 8 – Sun 10 Jul Brisbane French Festival, South Bank The Brisbane French Festival returns to Southbank’s parklands and invites you to discover the best of French culture. From an exclusive selection of design and handicraft products, to culinary delicacies, wines and champagnes and hours of French entertainment on stage, the Brisbane French Festival plays host to Australia’s most traditional French experience. www.familiesmagazine. com.au/events/brisbane-french-festival-south-bank

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community’s efforts to care for our creek catchments and natural areas on the south side of Brisbane. The event culminates with Festival Family Day on Sunday 31 July at the Oxley Creek Common from 10am to 4pm. A highlight of the fortnight, Festival Family Day will feature children’s theatre, live music, dancers, street performers, activities, workshops, stall and displays. www.familiesmagazine. com.au/events/peaks-to-points-festival

taste of history on your lips and doublet. Their attractions beguile young and old, and won’t cost a king’s ransom. www.familiesmagazine.com.au/attractions/the-abbeymedieval-festival-caboolture Sun 10 Jul RACQ MotorFest 2016, Ascot As always, the event promises to have something for everyone.

In 2016, all the family favourites will return, including roving entertainment, fresh produce and craft markets, kids’ rides and food stalls. It’s undoubtedly Brisbane’s most inexpensive day out, with funds raised supporting RACQ’s rescue helicopter network. 10am – 3pm. www. familiesmagazine.com.au/events/racq-motorfest-ascot

Sat 9 Jul Teddy Bear’s Picnic at the Races, Ascot Bring the kids and their best-dressed bears for a pawfect family day out. Saturday, 9 July 2016 Doomben Racecourse will be awash with furry friends, colourful picnic blankets, rides, entertainment and much more. From 10.30am. www.familiesmagazine.com.au/events/teddy-beatspicnic-at-the-races-ascot

Sat 16 Jul PBR: Last Cowboy Standing II, Boondall 8 seconds of glory or a lifetime of pain – Welcome to the roller coaster world of the adrenalin cowboy.

Choreographed with pyrotechnics, lasers, concert sound system, mega screen replays and multiple camera angles that will take you behind the scenes and inside the bucking chutes as riders prepare for the ride of their life, delivering you the ultimate live event bull riding experience inside the Brisbane Entertainment Centre.

Bookings Essential. www.familiesmagazine.com.au/ events/pbr-last-cowboy-standing-ii-boondall

Sat 9 – Sun 10 Jul Abbey Medieval Festival, Caboolture Transport yourself to a place where history and fantasy merge into a breath taking world at the Abbey Museum Medieval Festival. Go for the exquisite detail of the reenactment camps, cheer the jousting and falconry, gorge on the sizzling meats and fine mead, and leave with the

Sat 16 – Sun 31 Jul Peaks to Points Festival, Various Locations The Peaks to Points Festival proudly brings the community together to celebrate the diverse ecosystems of greater Brisbane’s southern region through a program of interactive, informative and fun-filled events. Held over two weeks, Peaks to Points shines a spotlight on the

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Sat 16 & Sun 17 Jul Little Farmers’ Day Out @ Regional Flavours, South Bank Calling all budding farmers and miniature foodies! Little Farmers’ Day Out has got just the tools you need to farm your little hearts out. Get up close and personal with the cute and lovable animals of Old MacDonald’s Farm, or get in touch with your inner green thumb at the Grow Your Own workshop; an interactive gardening class. Finally, when the farming is all said and done, busy bees can create and design a pair of their very own wings to wear and fly off in exploration of the full festival.

• Bazil Grumble – Bee Wing Wearable Art Workshop

Busy little bees ought to have wings, or else how would they get around Regional Flavours? Luckily they can create their very own set at Bazil Grumble’s bee wing workshop. Design and construct your very own set of paper wings using paper collage, pipe cleaners and a whole lot of imagination!

• Little Green Thumbs – ‘Grow Your Own’ Workshop Grow Your Own is an educational and exciting workshop for children to discover and nurture the natural world, just as a farmer would! It’s here, mini gardeners can try their hand at growing their very own salad ingredient. Choose from lettuce, tomato or snow pea seedlings to plant for your own, then take them home, water them and watch them grow!

• Old MacDonald’s Farm – An interactive Animal Experience Old MacDonald had a farm and on that farm lived the cutest baby animals you ever did see! Snuggle, cuddle and feed the farm’s residents with Little Farmers’ Day Out’s interactive animal experience. An activity for the young, old and in between, you won’t be able to resist a cuddle from a little lamb or piglet; decline a nuzzle by a clutch of chirpy chicks and ducklings; or say no to a friend request by a baby alpaca. www.familiesmagazine.com.au/events/littlefarmers-day-out-regional-flavours-south-bank

#FamiliesMagFun Sat 16 Jul – Sat 10 Sep The Tale of Peter Rabbit, Petrie Terrace The perfect show for the littlies! This delightful and timeless story comes to life through a wonderful piece of theatre, made especially for the little ones www.familiesmagazine.com.au/events/the-tale-ofpeter-rabbit-petrie-terrace

Sat 30 Jul Red Hill Fair, Red Hill Don’t miss this years Red Hill Fair. A fun filled day full of rides, great entertainment, trash and treasure, raffles and auctions, awesome Merlo coffee, fantastic food and the best market stalls Brisbane has to offer. 9am – 3pm. www.familiesmagazine.com.au/ events/red-hill-fair-red-hill-2

Tue 19 – Sat 23 July Snugglepot & Cuddlepie, Brisbane This exquisite new stage adaptation will spark the imagination and sense of adventure in 5 – 10 year olds and their families as they experience the timeless charm of Snugglepot & Cuddlepie. Bookings Essential. QUT Gardens Theatre. www.familiesmagazine.com.au/ events/snugglepot-cuddlepie-brisbane

Sat 30 Jul The Gap State School, The Gap Take your family, take your friends, bring strangers off the street!!

There is nothing like a fete to bring us all together. It has been 2 years since their last big fête so they are pulling out all stops for this year. Wild rides, lots of stalls, musical performances and family fun for young and old. www.familiesmagazine.com.au/events/the-gap-stateschool-fete-the-gap

Sat 23 July Bulimba State School Celebration Day on Saturday, Bulimba The school will mark its 150th anniversary with a weekend of heritage celebrations between 10am - 4pm where you’ll step back in time with old-fashioned fun and games - think tug of war, hoopla hoop, jam jar ping pong and many more! Food stalls and fashion parades will feature throughout the day, and you can learn to make butter the old-fashioned way. www.familiesmagazine.com.au/events/bulimba-stateschool-150th-anniversary-bulimba

Sat 23 Jul St Columba’s Great Fete, Wilston The St Columba’s Primary Great Fete promises to be bigger than ever! Enjoy a day of excellent fun for all the family, from 10am to 4pm, showcasing live entertainment, both hair-raising and gentle rides, delicious food, fabulous crafts and a chance to win or bid for some fantastic prizes. www.familiesmagazine.com.au/events/st-columbasgreat-fete-wilston Sun 24 Jul Little BIG DASH, Chermside Little BIG DASH – an obstacle adventure, full of colour, fun and guaranteed laughs for parent and child enjoying activity together. www.familiesmagazine.com.au/family-health/littlebig-dash-kids-families-brisbane Sun 24 Jul St Edward’s Fete, The Gap St Edwards Primary School is hosting their Fete on July 24, and the day promises to be HUGE! There will be lots to see and do for the whole family including Entertainment, food, carnival rides, showbags, plants, market stalls, petting zoo, cakes, sweets and lots more. 10am-3pm. www.familiesmagazine.com. au/events/st-edwards-fete-the-gap Thu 28 Jul The Little Prince, Ipswich Take flight with your imagination with Spare Parts Puppet Theatre’s acclaimed production of The Little Prince adapted by Simon Clarke from the book by Antoine de Saint-Exupéry. With its timeless message about the importance of friendship, The Little Prince is an adventure story that celebrates the richness of human feeling and imagination. Ipswich Civic Centre. Bookings Essential. 6pm. www.familiesmagazine. com.au/events/the-little-prince-ipswich

Sat 30 Jul Camp Hill State School 90th Anniversary Fair, Camp Hill Take a trip down memory lane with their memorabilia collected from past students over the last 90 years, indulge in a spot of Pop Up Market shopping for an array of goodies from exciting retailers, relax at the bar, then enjoy fireworks to end the night under the stars in the amazing location with city views! 12 – 6pm. www.familiesmagazine.com.au/events/camp-hill-stateschool-90th-anniversary-fair-camp-hill Sun 31 Jul Einbunpin Festival, Sandgate The Einbunpin Festival continues to provide an opportunity for the community to come together and show-off the vibrancy and artistic talents found in the district. It’s a great chance to learn more about the local community, and catch up with friends. Held in the heart of Sandgate, the Festival is held around the lagoon and parkland in Brighton Road Sandgate. The day includes something for everyone – stalls, entertaining performances by locals, as well as games and activities. 9am – 4pm. www.familiesmagazine.com.au/ events/einbunpin-festival-sandgate Sun 31 Jul Morningside Festival, Morningside The Morningside Festival is Brisbane’s oldest community street fair, featuring a variety of street stalls, 30 plus entertainment events, kids’ rides and a high profile street parade. 9am – 3pm. www.familiesmagazine.com.au/ events/morningside-festival-morningside

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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 Arts Tree (SS) Arts Tree offers 2 hour art classes and two day art workshops that are exciting, fun, and jam-packed with tips and techniques used by professional practicing artists. Their tutors give you the knowledge you need to keep making masterpieces at home. 0437 146 359  www.artstree.com.au Hands On Brisbane (NS) Their arts and crafts workshops are conducted by some of Brisbane’s finest artisans to give you a hands on approach to learning your new skill. With many classes also providing the materials you need to start straight away, all you need to do is turn up and start creating! Workshops are held in Brisbane City at The Gardens Club, in the heart of the Brisbane City Botanic Garden. 07 3012 9606  www.handsonbrisbane.com Brisbane Sings (NS & SS) This site is a free community service which is building to be a comprehensive list of all singing groups in Brisbane and surrounding areas. It lists all types of singing groups including choirs, toning groups, barbershop, a cappella, sacred music, musical society, singing workshops and other singing groups - basically anywhere in this region where you can go to have a sing!  www.spectrumfireworks.com.au/brissings 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. (07) 3352 7233  www.flipsidecircus.org.au Forum Communicators (NS & SS) Be a better speaker. Toss your speaking fears out the window and come along to Forum. You will improve your public speaking skills in a supportive and encouraging atmosphere, and even enjoy yourself.

The WILL to become a confident speaker is all you need, the time to join is now. (07)3266 3521  www.forumcommunicators.asn.au Mad Dance House (NS & SS) Offering over 120 classes a week in a stack of different styles: Hip Hop, Ballet, Jazz, Contemporary, Popping, Locking, Tap, Hip Hop in Heels, Lyrical Hip Hop, Girly Style Street Jazz, Urban Contemporary, Commercial Jazz and fitness classes. No need to book- just rock up 10-15 mins before the start of your chosen class. 07 3210 6724  www.maddance.com.au

Stork, Baby and You (SS) Experienced midwife of 34 years offers private, personalised education sessions on birth & parenting in the convenience of your home. Sue will travel from Byron Bay to Redcliffe. For 3+ hours she is able to discuss topics relating to your needs & wishes. She will also lend you a couple of dvd’s to look at after she leaves.

Contact Sue Butler. 0411 854 443  www.antenatalclasses.com.au The Actors Workshop (SS) Supplying nationally recognised training pathways to school leavers and mature age students seeking dedicated vocational training as a Film, Television and Theatre Actor. 07 3891 1411 www.theactorsworkshop.com.au

Paediatric First Aid Courses Injury prevention and first aid instruction (NS & SS) 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. Kidsafe QLD 3854 1829  www.kidsafeqld.com.au Kids First Aid (NS & SS) The only first aid courses delivered exclusively by experienced paramedics, designed to teach parents and caregivers how to respond calmly and confidently to 10 of the most common first aid emergencies situations. 1300 138 133 www.kidsfirstaid.com.au St John Ambulance Queensland (NS) This course is designed to meet the first aid needs of parents, guardians and members of the public who may be entrusted with the care of babies and children up to 12 years of age. This course provides the knowledge and skills to manage everyday emergency situations. 1300 360 455 www.stjohn.org.au

CLASSES FOR CHILDREN ARTS & CRAFT & COOKING Fox Blocks (NS) Fox Blocks is an innovative creative construction programme that uses a variety of materials such as Lego, Duplo, K’nex, and Fischertechnik, as well as everyday objects.

There are 4 different age levels for children from 3.5 years to Grade 7. Each term has a different theme, and each class builds new proficiencies. 07 3855 1528  www.flyingfoxstudios.com.au

Paleo To You (NS & SS) Love To Bake Paleo But Don’t Know Where To Start! Demonstrations NOW Available! Learn how to bake PALEO goodies at home that your KIDS will LOVE! In Home Single Demonstrations & 6 Week Courses Available!

For information or to make a booking. 0404 046 264 or  nurturepp@gmail.com

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Tania’s Arthouse (SS) Professional studio on the bayside that provides weekly art classes for all ages, from Prep up to yr 12. Fun & creative activities in a purpose built environment. 0422 497 627 www.taniasarthouse.com 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. 07 3855 1528 www.flyingfoxstudios.com.au

Cooking Classes Cutie Pies Baking School (SS) Does your little one love to be creative in the kitchen? Cutie Pies Baking School is where your child can mix, knead, roll, ice and decorate his or her own yummy creations! Have all the fun and leave the mess! 0426967055www.cutiepiesbakingschool.com Yummilicious Cookery (SS) love food, cooking and the social interaction that comes with it. Their mission is to bring children together in a safe, nurtured, fun and happy environment where they can learn about real food and cultivate the joy of cooking and mindful eating. 0421 327 187 www.yummilicious.com.au

LANGUAGE & BABY DEVELOPMENT AlphaTykes (NS & SS) They teach French, Spanish or Italian to children between 18 months and 12 years. Lessons run from 30 minutes (under 3 yrs) to 45 minutes (over 3 yrs). 1300 61 22 88 www.alphatykes.com.au 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. (07) 3352 7233 www.flipsidecircus.org.au LCF Fun Languages (SS) Designed over 25 years, their methodology teaches French, Spanish, Mandarin, Italian, English and German with a fun and active approach that will get your child using the language quickly and naturally. 1300 707 288 www.lcfclubs.com.au TumbleTastics (NS & SS) offers fun, educational fitness and development classes for babies from birth to children aged 7 years. Running for 50 minutes, TumbleTastics include age appropriate activities to assist all aspects of a child’s physical, social, emotional, cognitive and language development, in preparation for school readiness.

Now open at Hawthorne and Everton Hills. www.tumbletastics.com.au Mention Families Magazine for your FREE Trial Class by calling Hawthorne 3399 2004 & Everton Hills 3355 1550.

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 Ministry of Handmade (NS) They are passionate about handmade and teach traditional made-byhand skills with a modern twist!In a busy world, slow the pace with us for a bit… learn some new skills (or revisit an old one), refresh your spirit, make some new friends. 0414 467 405  www.ministryofhandmade.com.au

Renaissance Kids (NS & SS) Art lessons for children aged 5 years to 12 years. For students serious about improving their skills or just wanting to get a fun introduction to their creative side. 0404 847 684 www.renaissancekids.com.au

Mum & Me (NS) Art classes for Mother and Child (suitable ages 5 to 8 years) held at Subject Art Studio, Pullenvale.

Materials supplied. Make a morning of it and go and do an amazing mixed media canvas or assemblage workshop with your mum or dad.

Group bookings are also welcome. Holiday Programs available. www.artsubject.biz or call Teresa 0410652450

Sign Language Baby Sensory Hawthorne (SS) They use a combination of original and traditional songs and rhymes to develop early communication skills and you will always remember the moment your baby first uses the signs of their Say Hello song which is played at the beginning of each Baby Sensory class. 07 3399 2004 www.babysensory.com/au Deaf Services Queensland (SS) Baby Sign is designed for parents to learn basic Auslan key word signs for babies and children who are hearing or

Local Clubs & Classes Directory deaf, between 2 mths and 5 yrs. Infants naturally use smiling, cooing, crying and movement to communicate their needs/feelings so it is common for babies to use their hands to communicate long before they can speak. 07 3892 8500 www.deafservicesqld.org.au

ACTIVITY CENTRES Bounce Inc (SS) They believe everyone wants to fly though the air and bounce off the walls. So they have created Bounce Inc – a massive indoor trampoline universe packed with lots of high octane, extreme, fun things to do. 1300 000 540  www.bounceinc.com.au Bay Play (SS) Bay Play Cleveland is an Australiana themed, indoor play centre, with a difference. No other play centre will offer you the opportunity to interact and play with your children the way Bay Play Cleveland does. Catering for ages 6 months 16 yrs (and beyond!) their array of activities, events and attractions is fun for the whole family. 07 3821 7772  www.bayplaycleveland.com.au Chipmunks Playland & Café (NS & SS) Visit 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 Crank Indoor Climbing - Macgregor (SS) The largest indoor kids climbing area in Brisbane.

Great for your next kid’s party (5yrs+). Filled with colourful creative fun climbs, a cargo net, a slackline and a mini caving tunnel. At $20 for 2 hours (min.10 kids) it is great value (no climbing experience is necessary as one of their friendly staff will show you the ropes). For the older kids they also have after school classes in both rock climbing and Parkour. With the best instructors in Brisbane they will be trained safely to overcome any obstacle.  brisbaneclimbing@gmail.com Flip Out Trampoline Arena, Strathpine (NS) is a new fun and exciting childhood fantasy come to life. An indoor entertainment park of wall to wall trampolines. No more mums and dads sitting on the side line, it’s time to get up and play. This is the ideal healthy entertainment for the whole family, promoting family bonding and wellbeing with complete enjoyment satisfaction. www.flipout. net.au/flip-out-indoor-trampoline-arena-strathpine/ Flipside Circus (NS) Go to Flipside Circus on Sundays to play, train and amaze! Sunday Circus is Flipside’s open space to explore the different circus apparatus they have, play with your friends, learn new tricks and amaze yourself and others with the fabulous things you can do. 9am to 12pm for Beginners and those very new to circus. (07) 3352 7233  www.flipsidecircus.org.au Inflatable World (NS) It’s all about having fun, so bring the whole family and bounce on in to Inflatable World. It’s not just for the kids. (07) 3266 5699  www.inflatableworldoz.com/qld Lollipop’s Playland & Café (NS &SS) Are great kids party venues or giving kids a treat while parents relax over a cup of coffee and a treat from 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 Rainbow City Children’s Playcentre & Cafe (SS) Rainbow City offers unique services especially for children under 8 years old. Not only do they offer soft play and big play structures, but they also offer young children a place to have fun – they have their imaginative and innovative play in mind.

Air conditioned and free Wi-Fi. 07 3290 0434  www.rainbowcplaycentre.com.au Regal Palace Parties (NS) A great little venue offering various themed birthday party packages to delight children aged 5-13years. During the week they also offer ‘Mummy and Me’ parties for pre-schoolers, weekday activities for 3-4 year olds and free storytelling on selected weekdays. After school they offer activities including BFF Makeover Packages and exclusive special events. During the school holidays they run great workshops, exclusive events, classes and dance parties. The shop also has

a selection of retail items and does helium balloon bouquets. 07 3172 4556  www.regalpalaceparties.com.au Skyzone Indoor Trampoline Park (SS) Sky Zone Macgregor isn’t just any indoor trampoline park. It is hundreds of trampolines, connected to form a single massive trampoline that literally allows you to jump off the walls. And if that’s not enough excitement for you Sky Zone Macgregor has Skyland - 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 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. 07 3266 8484  www.tiddlywinks.com.au Velocity Park (NS) Challenge gravity, challenge your mates and challenge yourself to reach higher.

Planning a party? Corporate Event? School Group activity? Or are your kids bouncing off the walls??

Dodgeball, Slamball, Free Bounce, Wall Climbing, Trick Foam Pit and more...There’s something for everyone at Velocity Park! 07 3482 4344  www.velocitypark.com.au We Play (SS) are the best family fun centres in Australia, offering entertainment, games and activities for children of all ages, facilities for corporate events and parties for children and adults alike. Our locations offer a huge soft play structure, exciting ball and laser games, mini-golf, ride-on cars and a gourmet cafe, all in a fully airconditioned, clean and safe environment.  www.weplay4fun.com.au Xtreme Indoor Trampoline Centre (SS) The ceiling really is the limit at Xtreme and with dedicated adventure zones throughout the trampoline arena.

Practice your flips and tricks on their longest tramp and land in a cushion of air. Shoot to new heights on three massive Olympic trampolines. Try out their newest radical sport called ‘Jump and Bump’; use your bubble suit to bump your opponents out of the way and make it to the other side. Be quick on your feet and jump into a Dodge Ball game. Even though their trampoline arena is seriously Xtreme they also cater for Mini Jumpers who are aged 3-5. 1300 586 787 www.xtremetrampoline.com.au

MUSIC Boppin’ Babies (NS &SS) Boppin’ Babies is a music therapy program for newborn babies up to 5 years.

Sessions run for 30 minutes. 0430 591 532  www.boppinbabies.com.au Gymboree (NS & SS) Award winning children’s Play & Learn Gym, Music & Art classes for 0-5yrs.

Designed by experts, the age-appropriate activities help develop the cognitive, physical & social skills of children as they play. Programs are also recognized for their unique approach to parent involvement which encourages participation in and understanding of each child’s development. Free trial available. 07 3878 2468 www.gymboree. com.au 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! 07 3855 1528 www.flyingfoxstudios.com.au Music Masters (NS) This a sequential music program developed by Christine Masters. The classes are designed, not only to foster a child’s natural musical ability, but to extend them so that their musical education is fully developed. 07 3357 9646 www.musicmasters.com.au Neighbourhood Crèche (NS) A creative community business offering affordable early childhood classes and care for children aged 0-6.

YMM: Yoga, Massage and Music - A lovely bonding 45 minute sensory class for mums with newborns to 8 month old babies. (currently a National award nominee) Bubs music and movement classes for

toddlers under 2: Dance, parachutes, bubbles puppets & fun. Tots Music: - Fun and educational music classes for 2-4 year old children. Keyboard Kids/Recorder Rock Stars: Small group classes of either Keyboard or Recorders for children aged 4-6 years. A fun after school activity. Crèche Casual Child Care: Need a break or have things to do? drop your child off to the super fun and educational Crèche on Tuesday’s and Thursday’s for occasional care when you need it. CCB approved. 0423 032 591  www.neighbourhoodcreche.com.au  Info@neighbourhoodcreche.com.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 Wee Make Music (NS & SS) Classes are essential early development sessions where age appropriate activities using beat, rhythm, language and movement empower a love of music and learning in babies through pre-prep age children. So much fun and so beneficial for general cognitive, musical and social development. Free visit class for all. Bulimba, New Farm, Wilston.  www. weemakemusic.com.au 0434357764 Young Conservatorium (NS & SS) Operating under Open Conservatorium Queensland Conservatorium Griffith University, this is the program of choice for families seeking a pedagogically sound music education. Positions are available in Early Childhood Music, Young Beginner, Developing Musician and Senior Tuition in classical /contemporary; Wind, String, Chamber, Vocal, Jazz and Symphonic Ensembles; and composition. www.griffith.edu. au/music/young-conservatorium

SPORTS & EXERCISE Australian Parkour Association (NS & SS) A philosophy and method of movement through any environment with speed and efficiency. The concept is to overcome all physical and mental obstacles in your path by using your body and mind to run, climb, jump and vault. 1800 759 015 www.brisbaneparkour.com.au Baseball Queensland (NS & SS) For boys and girls of all ages. Club competitions fall into the following age groups: Under 8 MighTee ball, U10 Rookie Ball, Little League (U12), Baseball - U14, U16 and U18. 07 3876 2222 www.qld.baseball.com.au Brisbane Basketball (NS & SS) Basketball is a noncontact sport and provides a safe and enjoyable opportunity for players of all age groups. 07 3371 0200 www.brisbane.basketball.net.au Brisbane Martial Arts (NS & SS) Whether Taekwondo, or Brazilian Jiu-jitsu is your preferred martial art, if you’re looking to start martial arts training, or take your training to the next level, there’s only one place to go, the home of martial arts in Brisbane. 1300 303 583 www.brisbanemartialarts.com.au Dipadees (NS) From their beautiful Baby Bubble Classes through to squads their professional teachers make learning fun while developing correct stroke technique and developing a lifelong love of water. Concentrating is easier in the comfort of their heated, indoor pool and 25 meter lanes develop skills over distance as children progress. What better way to help fitness and coordination needed for swimming than by joining their other fitness activities. Kids LOVE their TumbleTastics Kind Gym program, embracing all aspects of development and with new and exciting themes kids are always engaged while they learn. Dipadees Dance - learn to dance without the fuss of rehearsals and concerts.

Just plain and simple learn to dance well. 07 3355 1550  www.dipadees.com Dynamight Kids (NS & SS) Teaches safety, selfdefence and life skills to children aged between 3-12 years. Lessons run for 30 minutes. 1300 61 22 88 www.dynamightkids.com.au continued on page 28

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continued from page 27 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.  07 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. 07 3036 5600  www.gymqld.org.au Gymboree (NS & SS) Award winning children’s Play & Learn Gym, Music & Art classes for 0-5yrs.

Designed by experts, the age-appropriate activities help develop the cognitive, physical and social skills of children as they play. The programs are also recognized for their unique approach to parent involvement—which encourages participation in and understanding of each child’s development.

Free trial available. 07 3878 2468  www.gymboree.com.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. 07 3399 6577  www.hockeyqld.com.au

www.readysteadygokids.com.au 1300 766 892 Rugbytots (NS & SS) is a specifically designed play program for children aged 2 to 7 using the multiple skills of both rugby codes to create a fun and enjoyable environment whilst also developing social and psychological skills . Divided into three age groups, Rugbytots combines the key aspects of team sports with a fun first interactive approach. www.rugbytots.com.au 0404 343 028

Junior Golf Queensland (NS & SS) Golf is a great game for juniors/students/children as it is a healthy game that one can play for their whole life. Golf has special qualities that can have powerful and lasting impacts on young people’s self-image, personal development and confidence. 07 3252 8155  www.juniorgolfqueensland.org.au

Skipping Queensland (SS) A very dynamic, exciting and exhilarating sport. It helps in the development of an individual’s fitness and co-ordination, and is used by a number of other sporting codes and athletes for aerobic fitness.

Competitive skipping takes the activity to the next level. www.skippingqueensland.com.au

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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. 07 3120 7900 www.tennis.com.au

Life Stream (NS & SS) Facilitates a wide range of opportunities specifically in South East Queensland for people with an intellectual disability to participate, develop skills and be active members of their communities. Life Stream believes that through participation in community activities, recreation, leisure & sport and having friendships and responsibilities, people develop skills and lead healthy, active and meaningful lives. 07 3394 4399  www.lifestream.org.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 conducted. 07 3255 9436  www.qlaa.asn.au 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. 07 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 children. 07 3909 9555 www.pcyc.org.au Queensland Cricket (NS & SS) These days, cricket offers some new and exciting formats for kids that won’t take up your whole weekend. Kids can take part in the Milo in2Cricket program, a fun way to get a taste of the sport. As their skills develop, they can transition into Milo T20 Blast and on to club cricket to continue a lifelong connection with the game. 07 3292 3100  www.qldcricket.com.au

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Ready Steady Go Kids is Australia’s most reputable multi-sport and exercise program for pre-schoolers (aged 2.5-6 years). They have been operating since 2004 and currently run classes at Oxley, Tennyson, Bray Park and North Lakes with new classes added regularly. It is a physio-designed program teaching children the fundamentals of 10 different sports in a fun, non-competitive, team-based environment. Classes are 45 minutes covering 5 sports per term. The program has a structure that is repeated each week so children become familiar with the routine. Ready Steady Go Kids seeks to develop lifelong passion for physical activity and sport.

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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. 07 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. 07 3276 7793 www.ymcabrisbane.org YMCA Enoggera 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. 07 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 full potential. 3376 4266 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 full potential. 3820 5300  www.ymcabrisbane.org

Cherbon Waters (SS) Cherbon Waters’ facilities include a new fully lit 60m x 20 indoor arena (with an undercover viewing area), riding trails, round yards, stabling area, wash bays, safe fully-electrified paddocks. 0417 704 671 www.cherbonwaters.com.au Dalson Park Indoor Equestrian Centre (SS) Horse riding lessons are well priced and cover the use of Dalson Park ponies, tacked up by capable stable hands; the use of arenas, tack, saddles, helmet and boots and expert and encouraging instruction. 0448 034 514 www.dalsonpark.com.au 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 Coast and Brisbane. 07 5543 0191 www.gumnutsfarm.com.au Heritage Riding (SS) It does not matter if you are a “first timer” or you are a current Junior Rider wanting to gain more competitive skills in Dressage or Jumping. They have a Horse/Pony and Qualified Instructor that will suit your needs, and give you a safe, fun, and enjoyable experience 07 3206 3951 www.heritageriding.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 night.  07 5486 6166 www.kiahpark.com.au 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 know a horse.  www.nagnanny.vpweb.com.au 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 normal 45mins. 07 3202 6526 www.riversideequestriancentre.com.au Slickers Horse Riding (NS) Their lessons are conducted in either an enclosed yard or out on one of their trails depending on which the rider requires. 07 3285 1444 www.slickershorseriding.com Tamborine Mountain Trail Rides (SS) A 300 acre farm, Tamborine Mountain Trail Rides has ponies available for parties, as well as trail rides from a half hour through to whole day trips, and they offer lessons, too. 0434 011 826 www.horseridingqld.com Trevena Glen Farm (SS)Trevena Glen Farm is only a 45 minute drive from Brisbane. They provide a variety of farm experiences for your Brisbane Family.They also provide riding lessons that cover everything from learning to ride to all aspects of looking after a horse. So you can book in to have a very real horse experience, before you commit to buying a horse!  07 3289 4257 www.grookea.odoo.com 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

Local Clubs & Classes Directory at their optimum pace. No riding experience is needed to start as they teach from the first riding lesson to the highly experienced rider. 07 3300 6422 www.wattlecreekridingschool.com.au Windsong Equestrian Park (SS) Their coaches conduct private lessons by appointment, in an all-weather surface ProRide arena. Their coaches are qualified level one instructors and are happy to cater for beginners or higher skill levels of all ages. www.windsongpark.com

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

Calm For Kids Relaxation Classes (NS & SS) Calm for Kids hold yoga based relaxation classes for children throughout Australia. The Calm for Kids classes consist of balance, concentration and co-ordination exercises, breathing exercises and games, peer massage, children’s relaxation and visualisations and positive affirmations. 07 3343 3285 www.calmforkids.com.au

achieve their personal best.(07)3356 588 www.brisbaneacademyofdance.com.au

Inna Bliss Yoga Studios (SS) Bliss kids yoga classes are a fantastic way for your child to enjoy the many benefits of yoga in fun and friendly environment.

The instructor guides the children through an interactive & themed practice of song, movement, yoga poses, creativity, story-telling and relaxation. 07 3162 2188 www.innablissyoga.com.au

Kick Dance (SS) Structured programs in dance run by professional teachers with excellent qualifications and extensive industry experience. Classes which facilitate enjoyment, confidence, develop students at a very high technical level and allow a ‘kick’ start into the performing arts. Classical Ballet, Jazz, Tap, Hip Hop, Contemporary, Musical Theatre, Irish Dancing, Creative Movement for tiny tots. 0414 308 248 www.kickdance.com.au

Ten Toes Yoga & Natural Health (NS) Children respond well to Kids Yoga Classes because Yoga gives them a chance to explore aspects of their bodies, minds and emotions in a fun and creative way. www.tentoes.com.au

Dipadees (NS) The have four programs for babies from 4 months to children aged 18 years. 07 3355 1550  www.dipadees.com

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Grace Swimming (NS) a swimming environment that is friendly and family-oriented. Situated at Grace Lutheran College, this state-of-theart swimming facility boasts experienced and renowned swimming instructors that cater for all swimming levels. 07 3204 2725 www.graceswim.org.au

Activate Entertainment (NS) Offers a variety of educational and fun programs in filmmaking and media arts. Learn how to produce, direct and edit ‘out of this world’ projects using iPads, GoPro’s, Green Screen and Drones. Activate Entertainment gets young people being both active and creative with new technologies. Encourages social engagement and creative problem solving whilst developing essential skills for tomorrow’s world. Programs designed for 8 - 17yrs (Primary & Secondary). 0423 762 096

Nudgee College Swimming (NS) The organisation aims for its swimmers to reach their potential by providing a coaching program that produces excellent results at state, national and international level. They have a range of programs for different swimming groups, from beginners to advanced, from infants to older swimmers. Their program operates all year round. 07 3865 0516 sryan@nudgee.qld.edu.au North Lakes Aquatic Centre (NS) Concentrates in infant water familiarization, safety and personal 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. (07) 3886 2022  www.northlakesac.com.au northlakes@belgravialeisure.com.au Sam Riley Swim Schools (NS & SS) Dedicated, qualified and experienced instructors know the importance of balancing the professionalism required to teach your child to swim, whilst maintaining an element of enjoyment, so your child has fun while learning. 07 3050 7341 www.samrileyswimschools.com Shapland Swim Schools (NS & SS) Learn to swim in small classes of three that give children more one-on-one attention. With free make-up lessons and easy online bookings, Shapland Swim Schools makes learning to swim easy and fun! Baby classes available from 3 months of age. www.shapland.com.au The Clem Jones Centre (SS) The Learn to Swim program focuses on water safety, water confidence and the development of all strokes while also emphasising on fun and excitement for both the child and parent. They cater from 6 months to adult classes’. 07 3398 2107 www.clemjonescentre.com.au

Yoga Angel Yoga 4 Kids (NS) AYK Yoga classes teach children through asanas, yoga stories, yoga songs, yoga game’s, yoga art, yoga dance, visualisation, pranayama, relaxation & meditation techniques. 0412 564 757  www.angelyoga4kids.com.au Brisbane Yoga Space (NS & SS) An invaluable tool of fun, learning, health and growth for kids and teens. Through yoga, young people can have fun while developing health, fitness and selfconfidence. 0430 158 826 www.brisbaneyogaspace.com.au

Brisbane Arts Theatre (NS) Their training enhances children’s performance skills and stagecraft knowledge with acting techniques, improvisation, voice (including singing – solo, chorus and harmonies) and movement training (theatre, dance and mime). 07 3369 2344  www.collegetheatrepractice.com.au 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! (07) 3352 7233  www.flipsidecircus.org.au Helen O’Grady Drama Academy (NS & SS) They help children develop essential life skills and explore their creative side through developmental drama programs while providing them with the necessary life skills to prepare them for life after school. Helen O’Grady is the world’s foremost provider of developmental drama programs for children aged between 3 and 17 years of age in over 25 countries worldwide. 1300 647 239  www.helenogrady.com.au Shake and Stir Theatre Co (NS) Improve your child’s performance and communication skills, raise their self-confidence and increase their level of physical activity. 07 3358 6025  www.shakeandstir.com.au Stagecraft Acting School (NS & SS) Focus is on helping kids become happy, confident and successful people not just successful actors. They pride themselves in teaching kids the skills they need to become professional actors in the real world by making learning fun. 0417 118 006  www.actingacademy.com.au

Dance Attitude Dance Academy (NS) Attitude Dance Academy offers a safe, fun, learning environment where your child can study a variety of dance styles from highly experienced, professionally trained instructor 07 3349 0391  www.attitudedanceacademy.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

Kinderballet (NS & SS) An Imaginative and creative introduction to Classical Ballet for toddler and pre-schoolers. They offer ‘Mummy & Me’ classes for 2 - 3 1/2 year old, ‘Tots’ classes for 3 1/2 - 5 year olds and ‘Kiddies’ classes for 4 - 5 year olds. 1300 6060949 www.kinderballet.com.au Movements Academy of Dance (NS) A well-established, friendly, family based studio that believes in teaching students to be all that they can be. They handpick their teachers who are qualified, encouraging & inspiring so that every student can have the very best dance education possible. 07 3886 4098 www.movementsdance.com.au Seriously Dance (SS) They truly believe their philosophy of respecting each student for their individuality & challenging each student to obtain personal excellence. 0416 477 703 www.seriouslydance.com Stuartholme - Let her shine - Saturday Drama and Choir classes (NS) As part of the Creative Arts Program (CAPS), Stuartholme School runs Saturday choir classes and drama classes for girls aged 8 to 11 during the school term. Stuartholme’s CAPS Program offers young performing artists the opportunity to explore their love of music and drama, whilst giving girls the advantage of a strong educational foundation in the creative arts. The best part is that each and every class is fun!

CAPS Choir - The CAPS Choir classes are for 1 hour on Saturday mornings from 9am to 10am. Choir classes are ideally suited to girls aged 8 to 11.

CAPS Drama - The CAPS Drama classes are for 1 hour on Saturday mornings from 10.30am to 11.30am. Drama classes are ideally suited to girls aged 10 to 11.

Girls aged 10 to 11 are encouraged to participate in both Choir classes and Drama classes as each class has been designed to work in conjunction with the other.  To enrol and learn more, register www.stuartholme.com/community-and-alumnae/ saturday-drama-and-choir-classes

TUTORS & SCHOOL SUPPORT Kip McGrath Education Centre (NS & SS) See your child really improve in maths and English. Qualified teachers create individual tutoring programs for your child, using proven Kip McGrath methods of tuition.

Maths, English, Reading, Spelling & Comprehension. www.kipmcgrath.com.au 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 a perfect score by studying on their own. 1800 458 666 www.au.kumonglobal.com ABC Reading Eggs (For ages 3-13) Join over 3.4 million users worldwide to teach your child to read with ABC Reading Eggs, the multi-award winning online reading program that makes learning to read fun. www.readingeggs.com.au/fam

Brisbane Academy of Dance (NS) A wide range of qualified teachers in all areas of dance. An energetic approach to teaching encourages students to

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