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By Cassie Hart, Editor - Kids in Perth
By Cassie Hart, Editor - Kids in Perth
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hen David made a young student smile and laugh, he didn’t realise how significant that moment was. Then a staff member told him that it was the first time they had ever seen the child’s face light up like that, and he realised how much of a positive impact he was making. David is a volunteer mentor for EdConnect, a not-for-profit organisation that aspires to change lives and re-connect generations. They do this by training, supporting and placing volunteers into local primary and high schools to work with vulnerable and at-risk students. There are many ways a volunteer can contribute: They can become a Mentor and work face-to-face with one student on an ongoing weekly basis to offer guidance, support and encouragement; They can provide Learning Support in the classroom to assist teachers and work with students in small groups; Volunteers can assist at school libraries, canteens, breakfast clubs and school events; Or, they can assist staff with gardening and minor school improvements.
the students and teachers, it is also a rewarding experience for the volunteer. “Being with my student from primary school through to graduation of high school, being asked to his presentation, and getting a card from him thanking me for the past 9 years and not giving up on him - this was a very rewarding experience [and] one I will always cherish,” explains Russell, a volunteer mentor. Being a not-for-profit charity, EdConnect welcomes donations which can be made directly through their website or through the Containers for Change initiative. They are also inviting people who are interested in becoming a volunteer to get in touch with them. According to Annemarie, volunteering for EdConnect is a valuable experience. “It is so rewarding for yourself as a person, but also to know you are helping a child grow in school and helping them with education for their future.” edconnectaustralia.org.au
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hen I became a mum, one thing that I was quite taken aback by is how judgemental of parents some people can be. Whether it is a disapproving glare from a stranger at the shops because your child is throwing a tantrum, or a friend lecturing you about nutrition because you fed your child a salty cracker, it seems that some people can’t help but judge parents for being less than perfect. And it isn’t just parents judging other parents, 88% of nonparents say that they judge parents, with 30% saying they do so often. The numbers come from a study conducted by market research company Ipsos who also found that 84% of parents feel judged by others, with 44% reporting feeling that way often. The top reasons given by parents for why people are judging them were: their child’s behaviour and how they manage it (54%), things their children can/can’t do (37%), how they speak to their children (31%), their child’s screen-time/use of technology (31%), and how they look (29%).
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When someone casts a disapproving look or comment, they may not be aware that that moment of judgement could stick with the receiver for a long time. It can even lead to a parent feeling low selfworth which can flow-on to impact their child. “Feeling judged has the potential to impact parents’ mental health, which evidence has shown to impair children’s development,” Ipsos Australia Director David Elliott said. “Given these detrimental outcomes, feelings of judgement experienced by parents pose a real risk to children’s development.” At the end of the day, none of us are perfect. We all judge and we all get judged. But, if we collectively try to be more open minded and understanding of each other, that is certainly a step in the right direction. “Like so many issues in society, if we started from a place of empathy not judgement we would all find ourselves in a more positive, supportive environment.”
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What is pedagogy and why is it important in motivating boys
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edagogy is a term that is often-misunderstood or misinterpreted, often due to the fact that there are a variety of ways in which pedagogy can be defined. Some describe it as what educators do to influence learning in their students, while others explain it as how teachers communicate content. Simply put, pedagogy is the art and science of teaching – it is how a teacher connects with, teaches and guides their students. Christ Church Grammar School’s Pedagogy is an aligned, whole school approach, which includes the ways teachers, parents, boys and school leaders work together to motivate boys to be their best. If you would like to learn how Christ Church motivates boys to achieve their best, sign up for their FREE panel discussion Why motivating boys to learn matters, taking place on Thursday 29 April.
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My five-year-old is driving me nuts!
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ound familiar? If you’re the parent of a five-year-old, you’ll agree it’s an exciting and fun time to be raising your child – but it’s not without its challenges. So many changes are happening along their developmental roadmap that it’s sometimes hard to control what goes on in their little minds.
new things in a safe environment. However, good social and emotional health is dependent on being able to express their needs, wants and concerns.
Whilst some of your child’s behaviour will drive you up the wall, take heart that he or she is not unique. In most cases, their acting out is a perfectly normal part of growing up. Yet some ongoing misbehaviours or communication struggles could mean your child needs a little extra support.
Children need help learning how to communicate what is happening in a cohesive and structured way. Like being taught to recognise how characters in a story feel so they can begin to recognise how different situations make them feel. Knowing how to express these feelings, and knowing what to do with them, will create better self-esteem and self-worth.
Consider emotional meltdowns and outbursts. Good social and emotional health begins at an early age. A five-year-old wants to please friends and be like his or her peers. They enjoy trying
When young children cannot express themselves adequately, it can cause frustration and can lead to low self-esteem and self-worth.
Anxiety is also common for kids who struggle in school and do not have the ability to
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My Silly Mum By Cassie Hart - Editor - Kids in Perth
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e all have our quirks, and as adults we have learnt to embrace those little things that make us unique. Our kids however may not seem to appreciate them so much – even become (gasp!) embarrassed by some of our strange habits. Children’s book ‘My Silly Mum’ delightfully explores this concept. Written by Rockingham mum and author Monique Mulligan and brightly illustrated by Veronica Rooke, it is about a young girl who outlines all the bizarre things her mum does that make her cringe. After listing off the MANY odd habits her mum has (like dance with the vacuum cleaner and paint each of her toenails a different colour), the daughter goes on to
communicate effectively. Developing and maintaining friendships, understanding new concepts, being afraid to get the answer wrong or not understanding what to do can cause anxiety in some children.
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appreciate all of the wonderful things her mum does for her every day. She comes to realise that she has the best silly mum in the world.
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s a recipient of a Catholic education with now over forty years of experience working in Catholic schools, I retain a passionate commitment to ensuring our learning and faith sharing community is an authentic and vibrant Catholic school. As a parent and a grandparent, I also empathise with those discerning which school to entrust their children. We are extremely proud of the over 120 years of achievement and traditions established by the dedicated families and staff, in collaboration with the Sisters of Mercy. The College offers an education for life, one that values mind, body and spirit. As a Catholic school community, we also offer our students several very important challenges - to develop a deeper awareness of themselves, of God
and of others and to live lives more fully based on the values taught by Jesus. Excellent staff, facilities, grounds and resources at each of our two campuses provide ample opportunity for students to excel in areas of curriculum, leadership and the sporting, cultural and religious life of the College.”
Geoff Mills - Principal M.Ed. Leadership, M.Ed. RE, B.Ed, Dip. Teach, Dip. RE, Prof. Cert. Instr. Leadership, MAEL
ABOUT Ursula Frayne Catholic College
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ounded in 1990, Ursula Frayne Catholic College is a diverse, co-educational school that operates across two sites in the Town of Victoria Park: the Balmoral Campus in East Victoria Park for Kindergarten-Year 6 students and the Duncan Campus in Victoria Park for students in
Years 7 – 12. Committed to the holistic development of young people, Ursula Frayne Catholic College’s mission is to empower all students in the pursuit of excellence in their life-long learning journey.
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or more than 110 years, we have been preparing young men to serve and lead in this fast-moving world.
Today we are on an exciting journey as we guide the boys in their search for meaning in the world around them, and in their interactions with each other. Working with experts in their field, Christ Church has created its own pedagogy (art and science of teaching), specific programs and a diverse range of activities to assist boys develop a strong personal identity at every stage of their journey. At the same time, we encourage them to understand the significance of positive and healthy relationships, find their sense of purpose, and foster a healthy vision for their future. Our Early Learning Community (ELC) educates boys in Pre-Kindergarten, Kindergarten and PrePrimary. The Early Learning Program is research-based, acknowledging that young boys learn best when they are actively involved in tasks, when there is rich discussion about what they are doing and when there are regular opportunities to work with others. We recognise
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o cater for students’ specific education needs, Ursula Frayne has established four separate sub schools: Preparatory (Kindy – Year 2) Driven by a commitment to provide a nurturing approach, stimulating classroom environments and a comprehensive early childhood education, the Preparatory School crafts programs that seek to satisfy children’s needs holistically. Their state-ofthe-art Early Learning Centre is an open plan learning space that allows purposeful play, direct sensorial and physical engagement, serendipitous moments, and exposure to the acquisition of knowledge across many different processes. Specialist teachers in Student Support, Health and Physical Education, the Arts and Library provide the students with a diverse range of experiences that enrich their learning.
Junior School (Years 3-6) In Junior School, emphasis is given to developing independent learners with skills in higher-level thinking, problem solving, communication and social interaction. Specialist teachers in the areas of Music, Physical Education, Languages (Italian or Japanese), Library Studies and Student Support
assist classroom teachers and students to achieve this. Further opportunities in STEM projects and other technological advancements mean Ursula Frayne continues to engage in learning that is both current and purposeful.
Middle School (Years 7-9) The Middle School provides academic rigour in the core subjects while stimulating the interests of students with an exciting array of elective subjects. It is designed to provide students with a unique learning environment with academic, co-curricular and pastoral care programs that are sensitive to the developmental needs of youths. Ursula Frayne’s Middle School aims to assist all students to achieve their potential as they move along their learning journey and to foster an environment based on harmonious working relationships, responsibility and mutual respect.
Senior School (Years 10-12) Preparing students for life beyond secondary school is a key focus in the Senior School. This preparation incorporates three interrelated aspects: the spiritual dimension, the pastoral dimension, and an individual academic focus promoting rigour and excellence. Their aim is for students to exit the College feeling positive, selfassured and with the confidence to face the future with hope and optimism. Teachers support and challenge every individual student to develop their skills and abilities, helping them to achieve their maximum potential no matter their chosen vocation.
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hrist Church’s Phases of Learning are the core framework of each age and stage, and the educational approach that develops from childhood through to graduation. The journey through each phase is designed to motivate them to discover and realise the best in themselves and others.
Play with Purpose (Pre-Kindergarten to Year 2)
Duncan Street Campus (Yr 7 - Yr 12) 15 Duncan Street, Victoria Park
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the unique character of each boy to become more clearly understood by himself and his teachers. Learning becomes more inquiry-based, with boys taking more responsibility and ownership, and using greater initiative.
Breadth and Depth (Years 7 and 8) Students are introduced to a range of academic, co-curricular and pastoral experiences to assist them in making the most of the opportunities available in their future school years. Teaching is highly structured to ensure the core learning areas are emphasised to build a strong foundation for future subject opportunities.
Choice and Challenge (Years 9 and 10) Students can choose a greater number of electives and discover their strengths, beginning the process of making decisions to align with their future careers. Taking personal responsibility for learning is given greater focus and creativity is encouraged.
Fun with Fundamentals (Years 3 and 4)
Excellence and Expertise (Years 11 and 12)
In this phase boys are engaged in fun and interesting activities designed to help them thrive in literacy and numeracy. Teachers aim to develop the public-speaking skills of all boys through the Oracy Australia program and continue their social-emotional development through PATHS.
Enquiry with Initiative (Years 5 and 6)
In this phase, students take ownership of their selected subjects and study courses in considerable depth over a two-year period. The choice of university entrance in a particular discipline or the pursuit of a work-based course is left to the individual and his family.
Education programs are targeted at enabling
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We are a school that genuinely values diversity and I strongly believe it makes our educational community stronger. We operate in a culture where every activity and achievement is celebrated equally and a learning environment in which individuals can thrive and each boy feels safe.
Teachers work towards creating a strong foundation on which to build each boy’s education. Direct teaching instruction is reinforced through play-based activities, developing academic and social-emotional skills in a fun, engaging and relevant environment.
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that our boys are capable and competent learners who need space, time and opportunity to explore, experiment, take risks and build their dispositions for learning.
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Easy Easter Activities By Cassie Hart – Editor It’s the only day of the year I allow my daughter to have chocolate eggs for breakfast. Easter is a day filled with delicious cocoa treats and buttery hot cross buns, but other than eating way too many sweets, what can we do to celebrate the Easter long weekend with our kids?
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Some simple crafts you can do with your kids are making paper plate Easter bunnies, transforming the bottom of an empty milk carton into an egg collecting basket, or creating bunny ears out of cardboard and a headband.
If your kids are experiencing postChristmas blues, decorating an Easter tree should cheer them up. Choose a tree or bush in the front yard (to help spread the Easter spirit) and decorate it with ribbons, arts and crafts, and any ornaments you have around the house that represent Easter.
GIVE A GIFT BASKET Experience the gift of giving with your kids by putting together an Easter gift basket and taking it to an aged care facility. Gather some choccies and some of the Easter crafts your children created, pop them into a basket and encourage your kids to hand them out to the residents. (Be sure to call ahead to make sure the facility is happy for you to visit!)
PLANT FLOWERS Easter represents a time of rebirth, and a lovely way to celebrate rebirth is to plant some bulbs or seeds in the garden. Autumn is the perfect time to plant tulip, daffodil and hyacinth bulbs which will flower in spring. If you’d prefer to plant something more practical, this the right time of year to get broccoli, runner bean and cauliflower seeds into the ground.
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A first for Australia and set right here in Perth, let your imagination guide you as you enter the unique 3D world of glow in the dark mini golf. Set amongst 800sqm of hand-painted artworks and intense colours, marvel at the special effects, which come to life when seen through magical glasses. Great news! Opening hours have been extended for the school holidays so treat the little ones and yourself to something truly out of this world. Strictly limited spots so book your tickets today at glowingrooms.com.au
Find the Easter Bunny Experience REAL motor racing…on REAL racetrackS Public sessions or Grand Prix Racing! DUAL SEATER (Ages 5 + Driven by an Adult 18+)
The Easter Bunny will be out and about all through the Easter long weekend! Here are the places it will be visiting:
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Sunday 4 April >> Watertown Brand Outlet Centre, West Perth >> Alexander Heights Shopping Centre, Alexander Heights >> Lakes Shopping Centre, South Lake >> Parks Centre, Bunbury >> Springs Shopping Centre, Beechboro
Racetracks - Cockburn & Wanneroo
Monday 5 April
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PERTH’S BEST... School holiday freebies
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rying to keep the kids entertained all through the school holidays can get a bit (amongst other things) expensive! Here in Perth we are fortunate to have access to heaps of amazing parks, playgrounds and beaches where we can take the kids for free (scan the QR code for a comprehensive list!), but if you’re looking to do something a bit out of the ordinary without having to open your purse, here are a few things happening during school holidays.
Relics – Bricks of the New World (exhibition)
Leaving LA (exhibition)
The Goods Shed, Claremont
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Now - 30th May
Perth based artist, filmmaker and designer Tee Ken Ng shares the installation he made for Tim Minchin’s music video Leaving LA. Kids will love seeing how art can come to life. Swirling zoetropes combined with live video projections and an accompanying soundtrack gives viewers a sense that they are part of the animation.
Who doesn’t love LEGO? As part of the Scribblers Festival, LEGO Masters Series 2 winners Jackson Harvey and Alex Tower have created an immersive LEGO experience. This futuristic exhibition looks at what might happen if humans abandoned earth and all that was left were scattered civilisations of LEGO minifigs.
The Art Gallery of Western Australia, Perth
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Swan River Ramble
Ten Pound Pom – the illustrated picture book (exhibition)
Swan River Precinct, Town of Bassendean, City of Bayswater and City of Belmont
The Story Place Gallery, State Library, Perth Now - 8th June One for the kids who love art, this exhibition explores the artistic processes Liz Anelli used when illustrating the picture book Ten Pound Pom. Written by Carole Wilkinson, Ten Pound Pom shares Wilkinson’s story of migrating from Britain to Perth as part of Australia’s assisted passage migration scheme (1050’s & 1960’s). Anelli crafted the beautiful illustrations by layering sketches, collage, ephemera and digital techniques. slwa.wa.gov.au
Fire Station Museum Murray St, Perth Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays 10-3 (plus the last weekend of the school holidays) Owned by the Department of Fire and Emergency Services (DFES) the Fire Station Museum is a must-go-to for kids who admire firefighters. Located in the original Perth Central Fire Station, it showcases vintage fire engines, historical appliances, photos and documents. Kids are encouraged to dress-up in firefighter gear and climb on-board some of the trucks.
The Bell Tower (open day) Riverside Drive, Perth
Explore the Swan River with your family by finding ‘Eric’ who is hiding at 14 different locations around the Swan River. When you spot him pull out your phone, scan the QR code and complete Eric’s Swan River themed quiz. perthseasternregion.com.au/explore/swanriver-ramble.aspx
Pia’s Place - Whiteman Park This is the largest and newest playground in Whiteman Park that is accessible to all. A 13 metre lighthouse and slide towers above the playground and is impressive to take in. There is plenty of wooden sensory and balancing equipment, monkey bars, swings, water play, tepees, nests and musical instruments. Accessible playground options include harnesses on the flying fox and pogo swing, a carousel and sway-fun rocker.
Sunday 18th April You’ve probably driven past it countless times, but have you actually been inside The Bell Tower? If not, why not check it out for free on Sunday 18 April 2021 in celebration of the Heritage Perth weekend. Standing six levels tall, The Bell Tower is home to 18th century bells from England’s famous church St Martin-in-the-Fields, the 6,500kg ANZAC Bell and Australia’s oldest bell. Try to get there between 11:30-2:30 to witness the bells being rung.
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WA Museum Boola Bardip 3 - 18 APRIL
The State Library WA
Victorious Vikings
Erth's Dinosaur Zoo
Miss Lily’s Fabulous Feather Boa
WA Maritime Museum 3 - 18 APRIL
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sppt.asn.au Free to Play Perth Forrest Chase, Perth
The Goods Shed, Claremont
EASTER SUNDAY
The Easter Bunny visits Wellard Square!
GOOD FRIDAY
EASTER MONDAY
Room on the Broom - State Theatre Centre of WA ptt.wa.gov.au ESCAPE! TOURS Fremantle Prison
ESCAPE! TOURS Fremantle Prison
FUNMANTLE visitfremantle.com.au
Miss Lily’s Fabulous Feather Boa @ Spare Parts Puppet Theatre - sppt.asn.au
Kids Big Carnival
LOCKED UP! TOURS Fremantle Prison
Wanneroo Showgrounds
FUNMANTLE - visitfremantle.com.au Miss Lily’s Fabulous Feather Boa @ Spare Parts Puppet Theatre - sppt.asn.au Room on the Broom ptt.wa.gov.au
Kids Big Carnival Wanneroo Showgrounds
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"Alice" A wonderful family adventure - Subiaco Arts Centre
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"Alice" A wonderful family adventure
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ANZAC DAY Chicken and Beer Festival Family Fun Day Family Fun, & Unlimited Train Rides Stirling Miniature Railway
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Meet the Aussie icons at Caversham Wildlife Park
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The Art Gallery of WA has an array of great activities these school holidays. Book your place online at artgallery.wa.gov.au
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ave you got a little animal lover in your household? Make their day these school holidays by taking them to Caversham Wildlife Park! Located 25 minutes north east of the Perth CBD within the picturesque Whiteman Park, Caversham Wildlife Park is the home of 200 different species and over 2000 animals, birds and reptiles.
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The kids will love interactive experiences which give them the chance to feed kangaroos and wallabies, take a photo with koalas, hold a snake, pat a wombat, cuddle baby goats and so much more! Make sure you check out the daily farm shows for some true blue, sheep shearing, cow milking, whip cracking action!
Family Drawing Studio (free) Saturday 3 – Sunday 18 April, 10am-5pm
Caversham Wildlife Park is open every day (except Chrissy!) from 9:30-4 and is a mustadd to the school holiday itinerary!
Draw, dream, chat and imagine together in a quiet space for families to create art.
Scan the QR code to meet Marie the koala, Asha the wombat and Robin the penguin!
Family Guided Tours (free) Monday 5 & 12, 11-11.30am and Wednesday 7 & 14 April, 11-11.45am A guided tour specially designed for children and their families to enjoy.
Take a spin around the block at Perthʼs Mega Fast Karts
Family Workshop - Horizontal Geometries ($10 per head)
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ne of the many questions my daughter asks me is ‘what is driving like?’ I began to wonder how she could get a taste of what it’s like behind the wheel (legally!) and then it hit me - go-karting! Then the questions started rolling through my mind…. Is it safe? Is she old enough? Do I even have the guts to drive fast on a race track myself? Well after a day at Mega Fast Karts I can tell you the answer to all three of those questions is YES!
KIDS UNDER 10 - Kids 5-10 years old can be the passenger in a dual kart driven by an adult. This is a great way to safely introduce young ones to karting and speed. KIDS 10-14 - Tweens and young teens (taller than 138cms) can get behind the wheel by themselves in a Junior Kart. KIDS 14+ - For the big kids and adults (taller than 148cms) are the Sodi RT8 Senior Karts that can go at a speed of 70km per hour! The Mega Fast Karts staff members do a great job ensuring you are kitted up safely and know which points of the track you need to brake at. You get ten minutes on the
Wednesday 7 and Thursday 15 April, 10.30am-12pm and 1.30-3pm A playful all ages workshop where families can explore and create geometric patterns.
Children's Studio Workshop Ghost City ($25 per child) Thursday 8 and Tuesday 13 April, 10.30am-12pm and 1.30-3pm
track per race – so you have plenty of time to get a feel before putting your foot down. There are sand bunkers next to the tighter corners, so if you do take it too fast and drift off the track the sand should bring you to a stop safely. This was my first time karting and I personally found that once I got comfortable enough to pick up speed it was super exhilarating - I can see how people can get hooked! If you haven’t been go-karting before but are interested in giving it a try, I recommend giving it a go these school holidays.
A 3D relief sculpture workshop creating a mega morphing Ghost City (suitable for ages 8-14 years).
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Mega Fast Karts prides itself on being Perth’s most authentic go-karting experience. They operate on proper competition racing tracks located at the Wanneroo International Kartway and Cockburn International Raceway. They have karting options that cater for kids as young as 5 all the way up to adults.
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Slide into Perthʼs Outback Splash these school holidays
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ake advantage of the warm Autumn days these school holidays at Perth’s Outback Splash. Their water attractions will be open throughout the holidays, so pack your bathers, towel, hat and sun cream and grab the lastof the sun before winter!
Scan the QR code to check out our go to slides & attractions.
Daily Shows & Attractions • Molly's Farm
• Meet the Koalas
• Meet the Wombat & Friends
• Penguin Feeding
• Kangaroo Feeding
• Aussie Farm Show
Open 7 Days (Closed Christmas Day) Phone 9248 1984 | Whiteman Park, Whiteman
www.cavershamwildlife.com.au
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Me Time - Our Time Flourish for Mums 21 ways to thrive with self-care and acceptance
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So many mums go above and beyond when it comes to providing the best for their kids. But what about treating themselves? Usually that’s the last thing on the priority list. With Mother’s Day just around the corner, it’s time for Dad and the kids to put their heads together and come up with a gift that will make Mum feel special. For those who are struggling (hint hint) to come up with ideas, here are a few suggestions from Kids in Perth.
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edicated to all mums just in time for Mother’s Day is Sydney mum and author Sonia Bestulic’s latest book ‘Flourish for Mums – 21 ways to thrive with self-care and acceptance’. In an age where women feel pressured to be successful both in home-life and work-life, it can be easy for Mums to put themselves at the bottom of the priority list. This book is a timely reminder that selfcare is not an optional extra – it’s a necessity. It offers important advice to women about self-acceptance, selfempowerment, perspective, the importance of ‘me time’ and so much more. Sonia shares principles and her own experiences, guiding readers through a deep and easily accessible way to thrive. “Coming to a place of accepting and embracing my own personal growth journey, whilst sharing in the growth journey of my children has been pretty special,” said Sonia about writing this book.
Available from soniabestulic.com.au or bookdepository.com
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For mums that love skin, hair and body treatments, a SILK Laser Gift Voucher would be the perfect gift. Mum can choose from a selection of world class treatments and products available at their clinics. Purchase in-clinic for a physical gift card (pictured) or scan the QR code and buy an e-gift voucher delivered straight to your inbox.
Relax with a Balinese massage Let mum take some time to herself by booking her a relaxing massage at Bali Boutique Spa in the city. They use exclusively Indonesian therapies with pure, natural, fresh and original products.
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A Night at the Ballet During May, the WA Ballet will be performing the famous 178-year-old ballet Giselle at His Majesty’s in the city. If Mum enjoys going to the theatre, we bet she’d love tickets to the ballet. Enjoy the stunning dance skills, intricate choreography, beautiful costumes and breathtaking live music as a family for Mother’s Day. Tickets from waballet.com.au
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Your monthly list of great date nights to get you out of the house this autumn! Drop the kids, leave the washing and enjoy the freedom with a long sleep in.
Gin Tour & Tasting
Give the gift of music Have the kids gotten in the way of mum pursuing one of her passions? If it was a musical one, why not send her to some piano, guitar or vocal lessons? There are a variety of music lessons on offer at West Coast Music School westcoastmusic.com.au
Have a laugh
The Republic of Fremantle distillery crafts delicious gins and vodkas from grape to glass. Take a guided tour and taste their flagship range: Signature Vodka, Aromatic Gin and Full Bodied Gin. If you’d like to get more hands-on, distil yourselves a bottle of gin each by taking part in their 2.5 hr Gin School.
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You know what they say – laughter is the best medicine! Visit comedylounge.com.au and book in a night of stand-up comedy
Book a private couples dance lesson or join a beginner’s group class with your one and only. Learn the foundations of ballroom dancing together from the Rumba, to the Waltz, Jive and Bachata.
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Take mum on an adventure If mum is a bit of a thrill seeker, how about taking her indoor sky diving at iFLY - ifly.com.au Or perhaps tackling a ropes course at Trees Adventure - treesadventure.com.au
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Get out of the hustle and bustle and spend the weekend in the Swan Valley for a couples’ staycation at Swan Valley Retreat. They have a range of packages available that include accommodation and spa treatments.
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Cut out the calendar on page 8, put on fridge and plan your school holidays! PAW Patrol Live! "Race to the Rescue" Saturday 1 May 2021: Show times 10am and 1pm Sunday 2 May 2021 Show time 10am NEW SHOW!
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Enjoy the little moments!
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Little Land’s play space offers a scaled-down version of the real world and is as unique as your child and their changing interests! Whether it be doing the grocery shopping at the Little Growers Market, making a coffee at the local cafe, washing the dishes at home, teaching at school, visiting the doctor or helping with the town’s construction – the fun is in the exploring! Book online to secure your play session!
www.littleland.fun 76 Erindale Road, Balcatta.
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