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ducators at ICE are offering a huge learning menu in January to stimulate your child’s mind and have them primed for success in Term 1, 2016.

The 7 Habits of Successful Children course is perfect for those children who have completed EQ4KIDZ and want to move to a more positive, healthy and successful pathway.

The Going for Gold Academic Boost course for maths and literacy will raise academic standards and help children prepare for a successful school year. All children are individually assessed and placed in appropriate learning programs.

Art from the Heart is a new art course that utilises a balanced art approach. Students learn techniques and study famous artists while expressing their creativity through a huge range of art techniques.

The Creative Writing Program is built around sensory experiences and visualisations to stimulate the imagination. It will get even the most reluctant writers loving this area. Children will write their own books and produce a magazine of their work. The Young Scientists Program is full of experiments and learning about the natural world and will whet your child’s appetite for learning and increase their enthusiasm and knowledge in this important area. EQ4KIDZ is a fully researched emotional intelligence course and is designed to help children feel more positive and motivated and to raise their self-esteem and resilience. The program leads to an “I can!” attitude and translates into higher academic success.

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Transition to Formal Learning is an enormously successful course that helps children make the transition from K to PP or PP to Grade 1. This course is transformative and gets children reading, writing and doing basic maths in no time! The full range of Victoria Carlton’s pre-school programs are also available (2 -5 years) and all use Victoria Carlton’s unique learning programs with the Jolly Phonics approach. Victoria Carlton and educators from ICE wish all readers a wonderful Christmas season and look forward to helping students and families in 2016! To view the full menu of activities, visit www.ice-au.com, call 92714200 or email iceinfo@iinet.net.au

By Julia Gilmore (M.Ed., B.Ed., Dip.Tch.,TAE)

ithout academic stimulation, children can regress rapidly over the long summer break. Extra help in the two weeks before term one starts makes a huge difference and boosts selfesteem. For many years, students from all over Western Australia, have been attending A1 Learning Academy or have individual home tuition for a range of interesting, entertaining and educational holiday programs including: • Reading, writing, spelling and maths • Self-esteem and confidence boosting • Study skills • Remediation and extension • Essay writing and editing • Handwriting and presentation • Preparation for Scholarship, GATE, NAPLAN and OLNA testing Feedback received from parents and students shows just how effective the holiday programs have been. “We were worried about Adam going into high school

in Year 7 but he got so much value out of the holiday program and has done really well in Year 7.” Chloe and Damien The Pre Primary and Year 1 students who attended the transition program in 2015 were off to a flying start in T erm 1. They covered reading, writing, spelling, phonics and maths and massively boosted their self-esteem. They didn’t want to go home at the end of each session! The Years 7 to 10 students responded very well to the Study Skills program, which helps with organisation, essay writing, research skills and many other skills necessary for success in high school. The maths program gives them tremendous insight into difficult concepts, such as algebra. Comprehensive academic assessments, reports and term programs are also available. All programs are based on the current Australian Curriculum requirements. Contact Julia on 0411 420 218 for more information or visit www.a1learningacademy.com.au

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City of Belmont’s Carols in the Park

et into the spirit of Christmas at the City of Belmont’s annual Carols in the Park event on Friday, 11 December from 6pm to 9pm at Faulkner Park in Cloverdale. Bring your family and friends along to hear your favourite Christmas carols being sung on this magical evening. The event will be hosted by Jenny Seaton and will include a special guest – Santa! Food and drinks will be available for purchase and the evening concludes with the spectacular Perth Airport fireworks display! This special event is proudly brought to you by the Belmont Forum Shopping Centre and the City of Belmont – the City of Opportunity. For further information visit www.belmont.wa.gov.au or call 9477 7248.

Perth Symphony Orchestra’s Christmas Celebration

Friday 11 Decem ber Faulkner Park, Cloverdale

6pm to 9pm

Celebrate the spirit of Christmas at this year’s Carols in the Park. Bring the family and a picnic blanket and sing along with the City’s local school students. Food and drinks will be available for purchase. All City of Belmont events are smoke and alcohol free. TravelSmart – why not cycle, walk or take public transport? For more information phone 9477 7248 or visit www.belmont.wa.gov.au Please keep pets safe during ﬁreworks display. Thank you to event sponsors Perth Airport and Belmont Forum.

he night before Christmas a little boy builds a snowman. Unable to sleep, he looks out of his window and is amazed to see the snowman has come to life! Join Perth Symphony Orchestra as it performs live in concert to this moving and beautiful story shown on a big screen. The Academy Award-nominated film scored by Howard Blake brings the magic of Raymond Briggs’ classic book to life. It features boy sopranos singing ‘Walking in the Air,’ selected as part of Perth Symphony’s Searching for a Star competition. The performance promises many surprises including an appearance by Elsa from Frozen, and a visit from Father Christmas!

via www.perthsymphony.com. The Snowman is presented by AHG with support from Performance Partner Allen & Overy and Seven West Media.

Performances at 2pm and 4pm on Saturday 19 December at Scotch College, home of PSO. Tickets are from $20

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WANT TO GO TO UNIVERSITY BUT DON’T HAVE THE BACKGROUND? PREPARE TO BE A SUCCESSFUL UNIVERSITY STUDENT AT TUART COLLEGE Year 11 and Year 12 Western Australian Certiﬁcate of Education (WACE) Select from a wide range of ATAR courses. Many can be studied online through Open Learning. Successful completion allows entry to University. Students over 19 years of age before 1 March 2016 may be able to gain Mature Age entry to University courses. Certiﬁcate IV in Academic Preparation Studies for University Entrance Successful completion leads to direct entry to some university programs at Curtin, Murdoch, Edith Cowan and Notre Dame Universities. English as a Second Language (ESL) Courses A range of full time and part time ESL courses are available for all ability levels.

CONTACT TUART COLLEGE FOR ENROLMENT DETAILS Banksia St Tuart Hill WA 6060 Phone: (08) 9242 6222 to organise an enrolment interview. Email: tuart@tuartcollege.wa.edu.au www.tuartcollege.wa.edu.au A Senior College of the Department of Education

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very year the Resource Recovery Facility in Neerabup processes over 100,000 tonnes of general household waste. They remove the organic part (food scraps, lawn clippings, garden pruning’s, paper etc.) from the other waste and turn it into a composted soil conditioner. Unfortunately, glass deposited into the green-top bins can’t be used to make compost. It not only needs to be taken out and sent to landfill, but some of the glass still remains at the end of the process and contaminates the compost, limiting its use. This glass could more beneficially be utilised if residents placed it in the yellow-top recycling bin. To reduce this glass contamination and to

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OUT THESE SCHOOL HOLIDAYS

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oin the WA Museum as they take a trip back in time to when dinosaurs ruled the land!

Erth’s widely acclaimed Dinosaur Zoo theatre performance is bigger and better and heading to the WA Museum - Perth for the 2016 January school holidays! The Dinosaur Zoo performance features a cast of amazingly life-like, largescale dinosaur puppets that are bound to have everyone young and old on the edge of their seats. Tickets on sale 1 December. The Dinosaur Delights will be full of dinosaur fun in the Museum’s Discovery Centre, where you can get crazy with cretaceous craft, play the dino-game and more. Time Trekker: Dino Dig is your chance to explore the Museum in ways that most people never do. Get up close to special

Museum objects, discover their galleries with the Museum team and take on their skilltesting, brain-twisting Time Trekker challenges. For further information call 1300 134 081 or visit museum.wa.gov.au

MERRY CHRISTMAS & a happy new year Wishing everyone a safe & festive Christmas & New Year.

Kids in Perth - The Parents Paper will be closed for the Christmas / New Years break from 9 December 2015 to 4 January 2016

See you in 2016!

Enjoy the holidays, keep reading and look forward to speaking to you in the new year!

We’d like to thank our readers, advertisers, GA Chambers & Colour Press for their support over the last year.

08 Kids In Perth – The Parents’ Paper, December 2015 / January 2016

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Castledare

Miniature Railways Niana Station - 1st Sunday of Month Castledare Place,Wilson. 11am - 3pm Wilson Park - Station 3rd Sunday of Month Kent Street, Wilson. 10am - 2pm

SCHOOL HOLIDAY

PROGRAM

Wilson Park Station School Holiday Wednesdays Phone 9356 2290 www.castledare.com.au

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BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL

Enclosed foot wear must be worn

Every Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday in January 2016 $30 first session & $20 each additional session BYO packed lunch & drink bottle

2/3 Collingwood Street, Osborne Park. Ph: 0411 594 256 www.vitalgymnastics.com.au

SANTA CLAUSE & Helper

Friday 18, Saturday 19, Monday 21 December through to Christmas Eve.

Tumblers Kids Gym is open for play sessions 7 days a week. Children can explore the four leveled structure within a secured safe environment. Tumblers is a great place for children to play and exercise.

Daily from 11am - 12:30pm & 1pm - 2pm.

FUN

School Holidays at Tumblers

Birthday Parties Riverton Leisureplex offers a range of birthday parties from Play Parties, Tumblers Deluxe Parties, Pool Parties to Super Slide Parties. To celebrateyour childâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s next birthday, contact the Leisureplex staff to organise a package.

14 December until Christmas Eve from 11am to 2pm. Gold coin donation to Salvation Army Xmas Appeal.

Creche 9:15am - 9:45am 10:00am - 10:30am 9:15am - 9:45am 10:00am - 10:45am

School Term Weekdays 8:45am - 12:45pm School Holidays Mon - Fri 9:00am - 12:00pm Tuesday CLOSED

Riverton Leisureplex Cnr High Rd & Riley Road, Riverton Ph:9231 0900 leisureplex@canning.wa.gov.au

Appearing same days as Santa, performing daily; 12.30pm to 1pm.

GIFT WRAPPING SERVICE

Kindy Gym classes for children aged 1 to 4 years. Classes involve a structured class of warm up, circuit activities, music, games and lots of fun. Kindy Gym classes include entry into Tumblers Kids Gym for free play.

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Australia Day Aboriginal Ochre Face Painting 21, 22 & 25 January from 11am to 1pm daily

Extended Shopping Centre Trading Hours - 5 December until 24 December. Weekdays Open 7am until 9pm. Saturdays from 7am until 6pm & Sundays from 8am until 6pm LAS/DJ1516

Mon - Fri 9:00am to 1:00pm. Sat/Sun 10:00am - 3:00pm School Holidays Monday - Friday 9:00am - 3:00pm Sat/Sun 10:00am - 3:00pm

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OUT THESE SCHOOL HOLIDAYS Magical mermaids have come to AQWA

o not miss the amazing Perth mermaids as they swim with sharks, stingrays and turtles for the 12 days following Christmas. Be enchanted as the Mermaids glide through Australia’s largest aquarium and perform their underwater show. There will even be opportunities to meet the Mermaids and take some memorable photos. There are many attractions for families throughout AQWA, including exhibit areas with interactive displays and stunning live exhibits showcasing the iconic marine life your kids study at school. You can even hold a starfish or touch a baby shark at the discovery pool! Full details available on

FEATURING “I’M IN LOVE WITH A MONSTER” PERFORMED BY FIFTH HARMONY

the AQWA website www.aqwa.com.au AQWA is closed on Christmas Day but open every other day of the year from 10am-5pm.

Miss Lily’s Fabulous Feather Boa

rap a feather boa around your shoulders and get down to Spare Parts Puppet Theatre for the summer holidays and meet Miss Lily, a boisterous, tango-dancing crocodile who runs the local holiday house.

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Based on the book by Margaret Wild, Miss Lily’s Fabulous Feather Boa is a fun-filled show that celebrates courage, honesty and a little marsupial pride! This is family entertainment at its richest and a heartwarming tale about bravery, kindness and confidence. While your kids will be delighted by the spectacle of the puppetry, they will be

challenged by the moral dilemma of stealing something because it makes you “feel good”. It will inspire conversations long after you leave the theatre. Christmas gift certificates are now available. To book, please visit www.sppt.asn.au or telephone 9335 5044.

Hotel Transylvania 2 – the Drac pack is back!

verything seems to be changing for the better at Hotel Transylvania.

Dracula’s rigid monster-only hotel policy has finally relaxed, opening up its doors to human guests. But behind closed coffins, Drac is worried that his adorable halfhuman, half-vampire grandson, Dennis, isn’t showing signs of being a vampire. So while Mavis is busy visiting her human in-laws with Johnny (and in for a major cultural shock of her own) “Vampa” Drac enlists his friends Frank, Murray, Wayne and Griffin to put Dennis through a monster-in-training boot camp.

IN CINEMAS

Little do they know that Drac’s grumpy and very old, old, old school dad

NOW

Vlad is about to pay a family visit to the hotel. And when Vlad finds out that his great-grandson is not a pure blood, and humans are now welcome at Hotel Transylvania… things are going to get batty! In cinemas November 26. Rated PG.

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OUT THESE SCHOOL HOLIDAYS

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Dive in to Perth’s newest school holiday club

swimming, tennis, soccer, diving, water polo, pool games, BBQs on Fridays and even a fun swimming session with Olympian Blair Evans.

There is a package to suit your family, including pre-purchased value deals for three and five days.

Each child will also receive a Club Starter Pack that includes a beach bag, swimming cap and sunscreen sachet. And don’t miss out on fantastic spot prizes!

Weber Q BBQ with Portable Trolley DeLonghi Lattissima Coffee Machine Play Station 4 Bundle including Knack & Driveclub

Call to register for FREE HALF-DAY ENTRY* or $26 FULL DAY UPGRADE OFFER**

Terms and conditions apply.

Visit Santa Mon 14 - Thurs 24 Dec 10am to 1pm

*Offer expires 29 January 2016. First time participants only.

Sing Along Mon 21 - Thurs 24 Dec 10am to 1pm

Joondalup - 6304 5000 Mt Lawley - 6304 6700

open everyday except Christmas Day

www.ecu.edu.au/sport/khp

Corner Marangaroo Drive & Templeton Crescent, Girrawheen

www.newparkshoppingcentre.com.au

For more information and to enrol, visit wa.swimming.org.au today.

ECU Sport’s school holiday special

or the parents and families living and working around Joondalup and Mt Lawley, the ECU Kids Holiday program is a real lifesaver!

School Holiday Club for kids aged 8 - 14 years

The ECU Kids Holiday program is a multisport program for boys and girls from 6 to 12 years and is available at both the Joondalup and Mt Lawley campuses. Kids have lots of fun because they get to try lots of different sports and activities each day in a safe environment. The kids make great friendships at these camps.

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Wed 25 Nov - Wed 23 Dec

$26 for Half Day or $48 for Full Day Program

Hosted by Western Australia’s peak swimming body, Swimming WA’s School Holiday Club is designed for kids aged eight to 14 years.

Program prices are $26 for half days from 8am to 12pm or 12pm to 5.30pm and $42 for full days running from 8am until 5.30pm.

This Christmas

8am - 12pm or 12pm - 5pm (Half Day) 8am - 5.30pm (Full Day)

The next program runs from 11 January until 29 January 2016.

win big

11 January until 29 January

ive your kids a school holiday experience they will never forget and enrol them in Swimming WA’s School Holiday Club.

Running from January 4 to 29 at Chisholm College in Bedford, there will be no chance of your child getting bored, with

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Multisport program for boys & girls ages 6-12yrs.

Swimming Skills, Water Games & other fun sports and activities Chisholm College | Bedford

January 4th and 29th 2016 | 9am till 3pm when booking for a special half-day free entry for first timers or $26 full-day program offer. Bookings can be made by calling 6304 5000 or visiting www.ecu.edu.au/sport/khp

For more information and to enrol visit wa.swimming.org.au g g $75 per day | $210 for 3 days($70/day) | $325 for 5 days ($65/day)

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Present this label on entry and receive one FREE Go Kart Ride at our indoor play centre

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Get creative at Minecraft camp

OUT THESE SCHOOL HOLIDAYS An epic dinosaur adventure awaits at HOYTS

xperience a brand new big screen adventure these school holidays, as Disney Pixar’s The Good Dinosaur officially roars into HOYTS this Boxing Day! The Good Dinosaur asks the question what if the asteroid that forever changed life on Earth missed the planet completely and dinosaurs never became extinct?

yndcraft Minecraft camps are designed to be fun and engaging learning environments for 6-14 year olds who want to get more out of Minecraft. Myndcraft have been running Minecraft Camps in Perth for over three years and the kids absolutely love it. The day is designed to cater for varying levels of ability by tapping into the skills of the advanced players and giving them a role as coach or moderator.

Subiaco Arts Centre, Main Theatre Wed 20 Jan - Sat 23 Jan 2016 11:00am and 1:00pm AUSLAN interpreter 1:00pm Sat 23 Jan Book at venue box office or through www.ticketek.com.au

Kaleidoscope’s new adaptation of Bobo’s delightful story is packed with emotion, fun, interaction, surprise and memorable original tunes. Suitable for all ages. Perfect for 5yrs + More details at

www.kaleidoscopeensemble.com

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The Kaleidoscope Ensemble

The advanced players are taught the skills to help out the beginners and it’s a real self-esteem booster. Throughout the day, children progress from a tutorial-style world to an easy survival world where they can apply their learning. There is a creative build challenge after lunch and then free choice at the end of the day. The whole day is designed to lay the foundations to being a smart creative. For more information visit www.myndcraft.com or email sean@mindbuzz.com.au

Pixar Animation Studios takes you on an epic journey into the world of dinosaurs, where an Apatosaurus named Arlo makes an unlikely human friend. While traveling through a harsh and mysterious landscape, Arlo learns the power of confronting his fears and discovers what he is truly capable of.

Advance screening sessions are taking place at select cinemas December 13. For session times and bookings visit www.hoyts.com.au From Boxing Day, see The Good Dinosaur in 2D or 3D at HOYTS Carousel, Southlands, Garden City and Millennium. Rated PG

Explore the Aviation Heritage Museum

he Aviation Heritage Museum of Western Australia in Bull Creek is an exciting day out in Perth. From the earliest forms of flight through to the space age, the Museum offers a hands-on collection of 30 aircraft, engines, model planes and thousands of items for children to see, touch and get into. With 2014 being a hundred years since the start of WWI, a visit to the Museum to explore the iconic Sopwith Camel or the Bristol Tourer is a great way to bring history to life and show kids ‘the real thing’. For those excited by technology, a downloadable smartphone app is available

featuring aeroplane cards and fun facts. And for those who want to make their experience last, a popular Aviation Youth Club meets regularly and provides aircraft activities for 8-16 year olds. The Museum is open 9am-4pm every day (except Christmas Day, Boxing Day and Good Friday). Visit www.raafawa.org.au/museum

Armadale Central Shopping Centre presents

Celebrate Christmas with us! Santa Appearances from Monday 7 until Thursday 24 December. 10:30am until 1:30pm daily. Extended Trading Hours starting Saturday 5 December (see website for details)

School Holiday Fun

SAVE family

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with great value

Thursday 21, Friday 22 & Monday 25 January. 11am until 1pm daily.

Located outside Woolworths

For a chance to win tickets to Snoopy and Charlie Brown: The Peanuts Movie, enter your details and share our School Holiday activities on Facebook! Daily Prizes drawn at 2pm, have to claim prize in person.

Betty Bubbles Show & Illustration Workshop Wednesday 27, Thursday 28 & Friday 29 January 11am & 1pm daily. For a chance to win tickets to Goosebumps, enter your details and share our School Holiday activities on Facebook! Daily Prizes drawn at 2pm, have to claim prize in person.

Located near Grand Cinemas

for times and tickets visit

HOYTS.COM.AU 12 Kids In Perth – The Parents’ Paper, December 2015 / January 2016

Snoopy and Charlie Brown: The Peanuts Movie (Rated G) - In Cinemas January 1st Goosebumps - In Cinemas January 14th

10 Orchard Avenue, Armadale Phone: 9335 5492 www.armadalecentral.com.au

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Sail away these school holidays

Fun for all the family.

Week Week Week Week Week Week

Royal Freshwater Bay Yacht Club is conducting learn to sail courses over the coming Christmas/New Year break. Courses of one-week duration are scheduled for the 7th to 11th and 14th to 18th of December 2015 and 4th to 8th, 11th to 15th, 18th to 22nd and 25th to 30th (excluding the 26th) of January 2016.

Conducted on the safe, sheltered waters of Mosman Bay, the Club offers a range of courses designed for children 5 years and upwards, for complete novices to learn to race. Fees start from $160 for 10 hour Little Tackers course including use of club equipment. Recreational Skippers Ticket courses also available for children 14 years and over. Participants must be able to swim and be water confident.

ould your children or grandchildren like to learn to sail? Are you looking for a fun and exciting school holiday or weekend activity for your children?

Courses are run by accredited instructors, in the safe and sheltered waters of Freshwater Bay in Peppermint Grove. The Club also offers adult learn to sail courses in small and large boats.

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Royal Freshwater Bay Yacht Club will be running children's holiday courses during the coming summer school holidays

Our Little Tackers courses are perfect for 5 and 6 year olds, our Tackers courses are fantastic for 7 to 12 years and our Discover Sailing courses are excellent for those over 12 years. Courses range from $160 to $310. For further information or to enrol online, visit www.rfbyc.asn.au or call 9286 8200.

One - 7th - 11th December 2015 Two - 14th - 18th December 2015 Three - 4th - 8th January 2016 Four - 11th - 15th January 2016 Five - 18th - 22nd January 2016 Six - 25th - 29th January 2016 Book today for the School Holidays!

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LOOKING FOR

School Holiday Eco Adventures

THE PERFECT SCHOOL HOLIDAY ACTIVITY? Then consider Araluen Botanic Park, Roleystone:

• 35km south-east of Perth • Fun & adventure in the great outdoors • Running water all year round • Beautiful scenic bush walks • Picnic & BBQ areas • Gardens & heritage structures • Chalet Healy restaurant/kiosk

hy not get the whole family outdoors and enjoying all the amazing experiences the Mandurah estuaries and wetlands have to offer?

The knowledgeable guides will be able to spot wildlife and there’s even an opportunity to step off the boat and walk amongst the birds, crabs and critters! With prices at $30 for adults, $15 for kids or $80 for a family of four, it’s also great value for money! For bookings, visit www.aqualib.com.au or call 0417 869 778.

Exciting flat bottom boat journey along the Peel/Harvey inlet. Learn lots about the wetlands and all its interesting wildlife and majestic birdlife. Explore the mangroves by foot! Adults $30, Children $15, Family $80.

Open every day 9am–6pm. Entry just $6 Adult, $3 Child

Also Available • Christmas Lights Cruise • Estuary Angling & Crabbing • School Holiday Fishing & Crabbing Workshops

Aqualib Eco Adventures Phone (08) 9586 9778 /aqualibmarinecharters

www.aqualib.com.au

“Cut-price Tuesday” for concession cardholders.

HEAVEN IN THE HILLS

Bookings essential. Departing Mandurah

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Try the School Holiday Fishing and Crabbing workshops with the kids or a Guided Eco Tour that lets the whole family explore the natural beauty and wildlife of the estuaries and wetlands.

* Conditions apply. Valid until 31 Jan 2016. Not to be used with any other promotion or Special events.

Cartref Park Gardens, 163 Howard Road, Julimar, Toodyay. Ph: 9575 7740

For further information and bookings call Barry Martin on 9286 8209 or go to

Have an eco adventure this school holidays

Aqualib Eco Adventures are a local Mandurah operator offering lots of interesting guided family tours with hands on experiences. In December, the Christmas Lights Cruise will showcase the homes on the Mandurah estuary lit up with Christmas cheer!

*$134.40 (Normally $168) Includes 2 Adults & 2 Children. Valid 1 per customer.

362 CROYDEN ROAD ROLEYSTONE WA 6111 Phone 9496 1171 www.araluenbotanicpark.com.au Araluen Botanic Park is proudly supported by the Department of Parks and Wildlife LAS/DJ1516

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¹ Beatty Park will be hosting Vacswim lessons these school holidays; 8am to 4:45pm. Lessons commence on Tuesday 29 Dec 15 and ﬁnish Firday 22 Jan 16 (pool space will be limited during these times. No lesson 1 Jan 16) IN PARTNERSHIP WITH

¹ Avoid the midday rush and get great savings with our evening swimming. Only $2 for children or $10.00 for a Family pass after 6.30pm. ¹ Don’t forget one free entry every time you buy a pair of bathers at our Retail shop (valid for 3 months from date of purchase)

Create memories, not waste this Christmas cockburn.wa.gov.au/waste

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220 Vincent Street, North Perth WA 6006 | T: 9273 6080 beattypark.com.au |

@beattypark

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AFTER-SCHOOL CHESS CLASSES & COACHING

ROCKINGHAM

Develop your child’s intelligence through Chess!

$30 MOVIE

• Learn from a Pro! • Chess classroom study & play based program

4 x 2D Movie FAMILY SPECIAL Tickets

• For all ages & skill levels. • Fun & friendly mini tournaments

LAS3791/DJ1516

☎ 9527 8072

For session times visit www.unitedcinemas.com.au 14 Leghorn St, Rockingham

Now taking enrolments for Term 1, 2016 Starts 8 February 2016. 6 Perth Locations - Duncraig, East Vic Park, Fremantle, Southern River, Willagee & Willetton For more info - www.totalchess.com.au

TOWN OF CLAREMONT PRESENTS

CLAREMO LAREMONT REMO R EMO ONT NT AREM There will be all the old favourites like like WAYO WAYO There Carols by Candlelight, Candlelight, performing a special Carols free children’s children’s activities, workshops workshops & free more! much more!

- under 18’s inc harness & all day entry* *School holidays only

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2/26 Harris Road, Malaga Ph: 9248 7035

9285 4300

little school holiday course. Classes available for ages 7+ and course run for three days from 11am – 3pm and includes a pizza party on the third day.

Learn to play Chess and compete

3 DAY COURSE - 11am - 3pm. $150 Monday 10th to Wednesday 12th of January Includes three days entry, hire equipment, full instruction and a pizza party lunch on the final day of the course. Refer to web: www.citysummit.com.au/ classes-courses $15 Casual Climb /school-holidays

Stroll through through the new Christmas markets, markets, Stroll purchase gifts, gifts, festive food and drinks! drinks! purchase

Rock climbing is not just a sport for the adventurous, but for everyone. This three day, instructor led course is a great way to develop climbing skills and techniques.

PROGRAM

www.citysummit.com.au

The next course is Monday 10 January to Wednesday 12 January, 11am – 3pm. For further information, please visit www.citysummit.com.au or call 9248 7035.

Designed to provide a fantastic introduction to rock climbing for youngsters 7 years and older.

FREE EVENT

ity Summit’s school holiday program is designed to provide a fun introduction to rock climbing for youngsters.

SCHOOL HOLIDAY

info@totalchess.com.au or 0432 935 088

HRISTMAS MAS CHRISTM

Celebrate the holidays with rock climbing and pizza parties!

The instructors ensure everyone gets involved with demonstrations, climbing games and climbing techniques. Watch your child’s co-ordination, teamwork and communication skills improve with this great

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Valid to 31/01/16 Valid only for general seats. $2 surcharge applies for a 3D movie. Does not include 3D glasses. Valid only for G and PG rated films

www www.claremont.wa.gov.au .claremont.wa.gov.au

OUT THESE SCHOOL HOLIDAYS

hess is not only heaps of fun for kids but has also been proven to aid in children’s mental and social development. Skills that children learn over the chessboard help in literature, mathematics and in interactions with other people. Chess clubs are a great way for kids to learn about chess in a fun environment with other like-minded children. They get to learn tactics and strategies that will not only improve their game but also enhance their education and social skills. Chess tournaments are a great way for children to expand their skills by competing against a wide variety of opponents – all while having a blast! “Total Chess helped my son focus on a task and think about the consequences of his

actions.” – parent For more information about Total Chess, tournaments, chess clubs and private tuition, please contact Dennis on 0432 935 088 or visit www.totalchess.com.au

THE COMPLETE OUTDOOR * ENTERTAINMENT PACKAGE! *backyard not included

PATIOMASTER BBQ DELUXE PIZZA OVEN

7 PIECE OUTDOOR SETTING FOLDING HAMMOCK

EGG CHAIR FIRE PIT

OUTDOOR POLE HEATER BBQ TOOL SET *Conditions Apply FREE ENTRY

www.lakescentre.com.au

Cnr Mirrabooka Avenue & Griffon Way, Alexander Heights www.alexheights.com.au

/alexheightscentre

Cnr North Lake Road & Omeo Roads, South Lake www.lakescentre.com.au

/lakesshoppingcentre

Cnr Beechboro Road North & Bridgeman Drive, Beechboro www.springscentre.com.au

/springscentreperth

Cnr Bussell Highway & Brittain Road, Bunbury www.parkscentre.com.au

/parkscentre

AND SHARE TO RECEIVE 1 BONUS ENTRY INTO THE PRIZE DRAW

SANTA CLAUS APPEARANCES JANUARY SCHOOL HOLIDAY ACTIVITIES! FROM MONDAY, JAN 18 FOR 2 WEEKS • 10AM-1PM

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Saturday, Dec 19 – Thursday, Dec 24 • 10am-1pm

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PERTH’S CHILD EXCLUSIVE EVENTS CALENDAR

december/january diary Perth’s daily guide of things to do, places to go

December 2015 TUESDAY 1 Free Kids Activities at Kalamunda Hotel Join us in the launch of children’s entertainment at the Kalamunda Hotel from 5:30pm-8:30pm.

Aqualib Eco Adventures Christmas Lights cruises at Aqualib Eco Adventures start from 1 December until midJanuary. Book a family ticket to come and enjoy a beautiful and balmy one hour evening cruise along the Mandurah Canals seeing the houses beautifully lit with Christmas cheer! Tickets are Adults $28, Children $14 and Infants free, bookings available online at www.aqualib.com.au or call 0417 869 778.

Cinderella presented by West Australian Ballet West Australian Ballet casts its magical spell this festive season with Cinderella. Neglected and mistreated by her step-family, poor Cinderella dreams of a better life. When her fairy godmother grants her wishes she’s able to take her place amongst the ladies of the ball, Prince Charming is enchanted with the beautiful girl. But when the magic fades at midnight, she flees, leaving behind only a slipper. Will the Prince find his true love again and can Cinderella find her happy ending? Join us at the ball before it’s too late to be enchanted by this classic story. Cinderella at His Majesty’s Theatre. From 20 November to 13 December. Book through Ticketek or waballet.com.au

Hotel Transylvania 2 Movie The Drac pack is back for an all-new monster comedy adventure in Sony Pictures Animation’s Hotel Transylvania 2! Now showing in cinemas. Hotel Transylvania 2 is rated PG. For more information and screening times these School Holidays, visit www.hoteltransylvania2.com.au

ATI Martial Arts Early Enrolment Offer ATI Martial Arts are offering a 2016 Early Enrolment Offer. Register for Term 1, 2016 now to train in December 2015 and January 2016 for free. Membership fees start in February 2016. Offer only applies to new members. For more info ph 1300 660 284 or www.atimartialarts.com.au

Newpark Shopping Centre Win big at Newpark Shopping Centre. Visit the shopping centre for competition terms and for the chance to win great prizes. Go into the draw to win a Weber Q BBQ with portable trolley, DeLonghi coffee machine or PS4 bundle. For more information visit www.newparkshoppingcentre.com.au. Located at cnr Marangaroo Rd and Templeton Cresent Girrawheen.

Chung Wah Chinese School Leeming Taking enrolments for Mandarin Language Classes and Chinese Cultural Classes for the 2016 School Year. Please ail ChineseSchool.Leeming@gmail.com or call Principal LI Hua on 0401 686 306. Visit cwcsleeming.org.au for more information or follow us on Facebook or Google+.

WEDNESDAY 2 Toptots Amazing Family Maths program for grade 1 – grade 4 on Wednesdays at Wembley 3.30pm. Toptots Adjacent HomeTutor Programmes. Email bookings: mail@toptots.net.au and Facebook or tel. 0412 481 708

Toptots Toddler Music & Maths on the Mat at Riverton on Wednesdays 11.15am- 12.00 noon. Toptots Beginner’s Kindy programme at Riverton on Wednesdays 10.00am – 11.00am. Toptots Preschool Advanced programme year 1 skills at Riverton on Thursdays at 10.00am-11.00am.

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Toptots Ciao Buongiorno Italian Playgroup for beginners at Riverton on Thursdays at 11.15am – 12.00 noon. Toptots Adjacent Home Tutor Programmes. Email bookings: mail@toptots.net.au and Facebook or tel. 0412 481708.

THURSDAY 3 Toptots Toptots French Family reading programme for beginners - at Wembley on Thursdays at 3.30pm - 4.15pm Amazing Family Maths programme for grade 1 - grade 4 on Thursdays at Wembley from 4.30pm.Toptots Adjacent Home Tutor Programmes and email bookings: mail@toptots.net.au and Facebook or tel. 0412 481708

SATURDAY 5 Dads and daughters creativity course 5-10 yrs Designed to strengthen friendship and tap into creative thinking skills, essential for growing up in a changing world. Work in teams, have a laugh and be surprised by what you can do together! Courses and classes available in December and January www.dilettantish.com. Christmas-craft fun and music with truly beautiful materials, mediums and designs to choose from. These won’t be discarded in a drawer after Christmas. Kingsley area. Available for December 5, 6, 12, 13 and 20 Phone 0439 302 807 or visit www.dilettantish.com

Kardinya Park Shopping Centre Kardinya Park Shopping Centre has extended trading hours starting from 5 December until Chrismtas Eve. Shopping Centre hours are Weekdays 7am until 9pm, Saturdays 7am until 6pm and Sundays 8am until 6pm. Visit our website and Facebook for Santa appearance dates as well! Kardinya Park Shopping Centre located at corner of North Lake Rd and South St Kardinya or visit www.kardinyapark.com

Free Music Classes Today Come and try one of our popular, fun group classes for children aged 4 to 6 years at Northside School of Music. For more information call 9246 7588 or visit northsidemusicschool.com.au.

Kids Entertainment Burger Edge, Karawara Come and meet our Christmas Angel as she entertains the children for free from 11am-1pm while you enjoy a burger to kick off your weekend. Great food specials available! Book Now 9450 4165.

SUNDAY 6 Castledare Miniature Railway Castledare Miniature Railway is Australia’s longest 7 1/4” gauge railway, running trains through the Canning River Regional Park. They are open 11am to 2pm. Castledare Place, Wilson. Info www.castledare.com.au or (08) 9356 2290.

Dads and daughters creativity course 5-10 yrs Designed to strengthen friendships and tap into creative thinking skills, essential for growing up in a changing world. Work in teams, have a laugh and be surprised by what you can do together! Courses and classes available in December and January www.dilettantish.com. Christmas-craft fun and music with truly beautiful materials, mediums and designs to choose from. These won’t be discarded in a drawer after Christmas. Kingsley area. Available for December 5, 6, 12, 13 and 20 Phone 0439 302 807 or visit www.dilettantish.com

Kids entertainment at The Ashby Bar and Bistro Fun 2 Remember introduces The Ashby Bar and Bistro to Sunday breakfast! Keep your pennies for yourself while our friendly party hosts entertain your children for free this Sunday at The Ashby from 8:30am-10:30am. Visit www.fun2remember.com for more details.

MONDAY 7 Positive Caesarean - What’s That? TheBumpWA This workshop gives insight into how to turn surgery into birth, by exploring caesarean as a positive experience. It gives ideas and strategies to enable the woman and her partner to have the birth they want within the confines of surgery. This workshop is also great for women planning a VBAC. 10:30am-12:30pm. Success. Call 9498 6033 or www.thebumpwa.org.au

Early Pregnancy Workshop - TheBumpWA This workshop is ideally taken at the beginning of pregnancy before 16 weeks. It covers the things you want to know about early pregnancy.7pm-9pm in Success. Call 9498 6033 or www.thebumpwa.org.au

Armadale Central Shopping Centre Santa is appearing at Armadale Central Shopping Centre from Mon 7 Dec until Thurs 24 Dec from 10.30am until 1.30pm daily. For Armadale Central Shopping Centre’s extended trading hours, visit www.armadalecentral.com.au. Located at 10 Orchard Ave Armadale.

Learn to Sail Classes Royal Freshwater Bay Yacht Club will be running children’s learn to sail classes over the coming Christmas/New Year break. Courses of one week duration are scheduled for 7th to 11th and 14th to 18th December 2015 and 4th to 8th, 11th to 15th, 18th to 22nd and 25th to 30th (excluding 26th) January 2016. Participants must be able to swim and be water confident. For information and on-line enrolment go to www.rfbyc.asn.au or phone 9286 8200.

TUESDAY 8 Kids Summer Singing Workshop for 10-13 Year Olds. One-day workshop on singing for kids conducted by the David Academy of Performing Arts. Breathing, projection, vocal technique and some fun exercises and activities to turn ‘singing’ into ‘performance’. Lots of fun guaranteed. January 2016. Visit www.dapaaustralia.com for details. Call 0401974899 | Email: admissions@dapaaustralia.com to register your interest.

WEDNESDAY 9 Toptots Amazing Family Maths programme for grade1 – grade4 on Wednesdays at Wembley 3.30pm. Toptots Adjacent Home Tutor Programmes. Email bookings: mail@toptots.net.au and Facebook or tel. 0412 481708.

Toptots Toddler Music & Maths on the Mat at Riverton on Wednesdays 11.15am- 12.00 noon. Toptots Beginner’s Kindy programme at Riverton on

Wednesdays 10.00am – 11.00am. Toptots Preschool Advanced programme year 1 skills at Riverton on Thursdays at 10.00am-11.00am. Toptots Ciao Buongiorno Italian Playgroup for beginners at Riverton on Thursdays at 11.15am – 12.00 noon. Toptots Adjacent Home Tutor Programmes. Email bookings: mail@toptots.net.au and Facebook or tel. 0412 481708.

THURSDAY 10 Tomatis Listening Assessment Francoise Nicoloff, Tomatis Consultant and Psychologist will run Tomatis listening assessment for APD, learning difficulties, speech difficulties, stress and anxiety in East Perth. Bookings at 1800 677 010 or visit tomatis.com.au

Toptots Toptots French Family reading programme for beginners – at Wembley on Thursdays at 3.30pm – 4.15pm Amazing Family Maths programme for grade 1 – grade 4 on Thursdays at Wembley from 4.30pm.Toptots Adjacent Home Tutor Programmes. Email bookings: mail@toptots.net.au and Facebook or tel. 0412 481708.

FRIDAY 11 Tomatis Listening Assessment Francoise Nicoloff, Tomatis Consultant and Psychologist will run Tomatis listening assessment for APD, learning difficulties, speech difficulties, stress and anxiety in East Perth. Bookings at 1800 677 010 or visit tomatis.com.au

Carols in the Park Celebrate the spirit of Christmas in Belmont this December as local primary and high school students come together and perform the annual ‘Carols in the Park’! Sing along to your favourite Christmas carols and enjoy a spectacular fireworks display. There will even be a special appearance by Santa! Bring a rug or pack a picnic chair and enjoy the evening with family and friends. Light refreshments will be available for purchase. From 6pm-9pm at Faulkner Park, Cloverdale. For further information, contact the City’s Events Officer on 9477 7248 or events@belmont.wa.gov.au

Free Children’s Entertainment at The Wanneroo Join our friendly hosts at The Wanneroo Villa Tavern every Friday, Saturday and Sunday night for dinner and free kids entertainment! Visit www.fun2remember.com for more information. See you there!

SATURDAY 12 Christmas on the Green Enjoy live music, Christmas carols, water slide, snow dome, an appearance by Santa, the switching on of the Christmas lights and much

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Corner of Gallant Turn & Doley Rd, Byford Handmade & Unique Market Stalls, Gourmet Food, Face Painting, Live Entertainment & Free Kids Activities! Email: markets@streethassle.com.au

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Dads and daughters creativity course 5-10 yrs Designed to strengthen friendship and tap into creative thinking skills, essential for growing up in a changing world. Work in teams, have a laugh and be surprised by what you can do together! Courses and classes available in December and January www.dilettantish.com. Christmas-craft fun and music with truly beautiful materials, mediums and designs to choose from. These won’t be discarded in a drawer after Christmas. Kingsley area. Available for December 5, 6, 12, 13 and 20 Phone 0439 302 807 or visit www.dilettantish.com

Free music classes today Come and try one of our popular, fun group classes for children aged 4 to 6 years at Northside School of Music. For more information call 9246 7588 or visit northsidemusicschool.com.au

Mindarie Marina Christmas Festival See you at the Mindarie Marina for one of the best Christmas Festivals in Perth! Our cheeky elves will be running around entertaining the children and there will be lots of activities on all day for the whole family!

SUNDAY 13 Christmas in Claremont Stroll through the new Christmas markets, purchase gifts and festive food! There will be all the old favourites like WAYO performing a special Carols by Candlelight, free children’s activities, workshops and much more! Kids activities begin at 4pm, Carols start at 7pm and the event is held at Claremont Park. For further information email events@claremont.wa.gov.au

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Designed to strengthen friendship and tap into creative thinking skills, essential for growing up in a changing world. Work in teams, have a laugh and be surprised by what you can do together! Courses and classes available in December and January www.dilettantish.com. Christmas-craft fun and music with truly beautiful materials, mediums and designs to choose from. These won’t be discarded in a drawer after Christmas. Kingsley area. Available for December 5, 6, 12, 13 and 20 Phone 0439 302 807 or visit www.dilettantish.com

Visit Santa at Newpark Shopping Centre, Santa will be here from Mon 14 until Thurs 24 December from 10am until 1pm daily. For more information visit www.newparkshoppingcentre.com.au , located at cnr Marangaroo Rd and Templeton Cres, Girrawheen.

Family Fun Day at The Brooklands Enjoy a day out with the whole family at the Brooklands Tavern today from 12:30pm-3:30pm for meal specials and free entertainment for the kids. See you there! www.fun2remember.com.au

MONDAY 14 Burswood Park Christmas Carols Featuring Johnny Young Talent Team of WA & Canning City Brass Band. Free entry. Entertainment commences 6.30pm. Christmas story and carols at 7.30pm. Songbooks and candles by donation. Free parking off Resort Dve. Burswood Park, Burswood at 6.30pm. Bring a rug/chair and a picnic. www.burswoodpark./wa.gov.au or ph 9361 4475.

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Chung Wah Chinese School Leeming Taking enrolments for Mandarin Language Classes and Chinese Cultural Classes for the 2016 School Year. Please email ChineseSchool.Leeming@gmail.com or call Principal LI Hua on 0401 686 306. Visit cwcsleeming.org.au for more information or follow us on Facebook or Google+.

Erth’s widely acclaimed Dinosaur Zoo theatre performance is bigger and better and heading to WA Museum for the 2016 January school holidays! The Dinosaur Zoo features a cast of amazingly life-like, large-scale dinosaur puppets that will have everyone young and old on the edge of their seats. Features dinosaurs such as the impressive T-rex and even a Triceratops! Get ready to be amazed by these prehistoric star attractions! Showing 4-31 January 2016. Costs are children (3 – 15 years) – $15.00, adults – $17.50, concession (seniors / student) – $15 & family (2 adults, 2 children or 1 adult, 3 children) – $55. Suitable for ages 5+, purchase tickets online www.museum.wa.gov.au/dinoasurzoo, call 1300 134 081 or visit ticket booth at the Museum mid-December (subject to availability).

Tomatis Webminar Webinar with Francoise Nicoloff, Tomatis Consultant and Psychologist who will speak about Auditory Processing Disorder and how the Tomatis Method can help children and adults overcome their learning and communication issues. Starts 5pm. Register at www.tomatis.com.au

Free Kids Activities Every Tuesday We’ll keep your children busy while you enjoy your meal out at The Quarie, The Whistling Kite or the Kalamunda Hotel! Suitable for children of all ages and offered every Tuesday in conjunction with face painting and ballooning it is sure to be a great night out for you and the kids! Visit www.fun2remember.com/tuesday/ for more details.

Kids Entertainment at The Captain Stirling The Captain Stirling Hotel in Nedlands has joined our team of family friendly restaurants with kids meal deals and free themed children’s entertainment on Monday nights from 5:30pm8pm! Bring the kids down and enjoy the savings while we keep the kids happy www.fun2remember.com/monday/

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Old Hands Preparation for Childbirth The Bump WA For second and subsequent pregnancies we offer a preparation for childbirth Old Hands course

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A family culinary adventure

f you are looking for a great restaurant to try with the family, look no further than the new Wokmaster Express in Leeming. You can dine in, take away or phone in a local delivery order to enjoy a delectable healthy meal. Wokmaster, Perth’s first Asian drive through, is dishing up delicious meals that are sure to please the whole family, including Authentic Singapore and Malaysian Hawker’s style stir fried noodles, fried noodle dishes and noodle soups. They also offer quality Italian coffee and their signature green tea ice cream - yum!

Wokmaster is open seven days a week

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With affordable and quality combination meals starting from $6.90, and kids and student meals from $5.50, this is one treat that won’t break the bank.

run over three hours. The old hands course gives time to debrief birth and breastfeeding experiences as well as to prepare for parenting more than one. 9:30am-12:30pm in Success. Call 9498 6033 or www.thebumpwa.org.au

from 11-9pm (closed public holidays) and is a child-friendly restaurant. Wok Master Express is located at 24/51 Farrington Road, Leeming. Phone 9313 7321 for bookings or more information.

visit to Spencer Village Food Hall in Thornlie is like a culinary journey overseas, with a great atmosphere and truly authentic food that recalls the hawker food of Asia. And as they say, you can tell it’s authentic because you’ll always find lots of Malaysian and Singaporean families there enjoying a meal. Meals are very affordable and there is a great variety on offer, from Malaysian, Singapore Hawkers, Japanese, Malacca, Chinese, Penang, Indonesian, and Vietnamese Cuisine in the Food Court, plus Philippine, Indian and Pizza stores outside the Food Court as well. Spencer Village Food Hall is spacious and totally family-friendly. There’s enough space for the whole family, with long

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tables and bench seats, and amusements to keep the kids busy while they’re waiting for their food. You can relax and know they’re being entertained. Take the family on a culinary adventure to Spencer Village Food Hall, 202-212 Spencer Road, Thornlie.

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Dad to Dad is an information session facilitated by a male midwife. Join the men-only speakeasy session to talk to other dads and dads to be, and to ask your burning questions about pregnancy, birth, parenting and beyond. 7pm-9pm Wembley. Call 9498 6033 or www.thebumpwa.org.au

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Amazing Family Maths programme for grade 1 – grade 4 on Wednesdays at Wembley 3.30pm. Toptots Adjacent HomeTutor Programmes. Email bookings: mail@toptots.net.au and Facebook or tel. 0412 481708.

Toddler Music & Maths on the Mat at Riverton on Wednesdays 11.15am-12.00 noon. Toptots Beginner’s Kindy programme at Riverton on Wednesdays 10.00am-11.00am. Toptots Preschool Advanced programme year 1 skills at Riverton on Thursdays at 10.00am-11.00am. Toptots Ciao Buongiorno Italian Playgroup for beginners at Riverton on Thursdays at 11.15am-12.00 noon. Toptots Adjacent Home Tutor Programmes. Email bookings: mail@toptots.net.au and Facebook or tel. 0412 481708.

Toodyay Christmas Street Party Take a short drive to Toodyay and support the local community while celebrating Christmas! You’ll find our face painters and balloon twisters there plus lots of festive fun!

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Toptots French Family reading programme for beginners – at Wembley on Thursdays at 3.30pm – 4.15pm. Amazing Family Maths programme for grade 1 – grade 4 on Thursdays at Wembley from 4.30pm.Toptots Adjacent Home Tutor Programmes. Email bookings: mail@toptots.net.au and Facebook or tel. 0412 481708

Christmas Carol Sing A Long at Newpark Shopping Centre from Mon 21 until Thurs 24 December from 10am until 1pm daily. For more information visit www.newparkshoppingcentre.com.au, located at cnr Marangaroo Rd and Templeton Cres, Girrawheen.

FRIDAY 18 Kardinya Park Shopping Centre Come and see Santa and his helper at Kardinya Park Shopping Centre on Friday 18 December, Saturday 19 December and then Monday 21 December until Christmas Eve. Daily from 11am until 12.30pm and 1pm to 2pm. Christmas Carol singers also appearing same day as Santa, performing from 12.30pm to 1pm daily. See in centre or visit website for extended trading hours. Kardinya Park Shopping Centre located at corner of North Lake Rd and South St Kardinya or visit www.kardinyapark.com

SATURDAY 19 Santa appearances at your local shopping centre Santa appearances at your local shopping centre from Sat 19 December until Thurs 24 December from 10am to 1pm daily. Be sure to see Santa at Alexander Heights Shopping Centre, Lakes Shopping Centre, Springs Shopping Centre, and the Parks Centre. Also, for a chance to win a complete outdoor entertainment package, just spend $10 or more.

The Glades Arts & Produce Markets Handmade and Unique Market Stalls, Gourmet Food, Face Painting, Live Entertainment & Free Kids Activities! Starts at 4pm to 8pm at corner of Gallant Turn & Doley Rd, Byford. For more info call 9524 8845

Paint and cake decorate Highest quality paints and easy ideas for painting that you will want to use again and again at home. Take a break to decorate cakes with our expert cake decorator! Yum! Kingsley area. Saturdays, December 19-January 30. Phone 0439 302 807 or visit www.dilettantish.com

PMH Christmas Lights Foundation Support the PMH Foundation and visit Kanji Loop in Atwell from 6:30pm-8:30pm tonight. You’ll find beautiful displays of Christmas lights, our balloon twisters and delicious food trucks for an exciting night out with the kids! All proceeds go to Princess Margaret Hospital for children.

Free Kids Entertainment Enjoy your Monday and let someone else cook while Fun2Remember’s friendly hosts entertain your kids with free entertainment at the Brooklands Tavern, The Captain Stirling, The Greenwood Hotel, The Balmoral Hotel and The Saint. Visit www.fun2remember.com/monday/ for more details.

Leederville Minecraft Camp This Myndcraft camp for 6-14 year olds is at the Loftus Street Community Centre. Book through www.myndcraft.com

TUESDAY 22 Fun writing silly stories, 7-9 yrs

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Victoria Carlton Early Learners Programs This research based approach international program is now available in Perth. Book your child into intensive, multisensory, learning sessions that will stimulate their inherent intelligence and help them become creative, flexible thinkers. These programs stimulate children’s natural curiosity and help them become “schoolready” and excited and receptive towards future learning opportunities.

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Learn an easy, step-by-step process to write a funny narrative. Relaxed, small group setting where we write together – you won’t be alone and struggling! 6 week course starting December 22 or 23. Phone 0439 302 807 or visit www.dilettantish.com

WEDNESDAY 23 Toptots Amazing Family Maths programme for grade 1 – grade 4 on Wednesdays at Wembley 3.30pm. Toptots Adjacent Home Tutor Programmes. Email bookings: mail@toptots.net.au and Facebook or tel. 0412 481708

Toptots Toddler Music & Maths on the Mat at Riverton on Wednesdays 11.15am-12.00 noon. Toptots Beginner’s Kindy programme at Riverton on Wednesdays 10.00am-11.00am. Toptots Preschool Advanced programme year 1 skills at Riverton on Thursdays at 10.00am-11.00am. Toptots Ciao Buongiorno Italian Playgroup for beginners at Riverton on Thursdays at 11.15am-12.00 noon. Toptots Adjacent Home Tutor Programmes. Email bookings: mail@toptots.net.au and Facebook or tel. 0412 481708.

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SUNDAY 20 IGA Carols by Candlelight for Variety

Castledare Miniature Railway is Australia’s longest 7 1/4” gauge railway, running trains through the Canning River Regional Park. They are open 10am to 2pm. Wilson Park Station Kent St. Wilson (Kent St. Weir). Info at www.castledare.com.au or (08) 9356 2290.

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favourite Christmas carols with friends and family under the stars at Langley Park. The night will feature the Merry Minions Christmas Experience show for the kids, before the Carols line up lead by Dami Im. Adults: $15 Children (16 and under): $10. Gates open 4.30pm. Net proceeds go to Variety – the Children’s Charity of WA.

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SATURDAY 26 Disney Pixar’s The Good Dinosaur Movie Disney Pixar’s The Good Dinosaur roars into HOYTS Cinemas from Boxing Day. Visit www.hoyts.com.au for session times and tickets.

MONDAY 28 Kalamunda Minecraft Camp Held at the Zig Zag Culture Centre, this hugely popular Myndcraft Camp is for 6-14 year old fans. Book through www.myndcraft.com

TUESDAY 29 Armadale Minecraft Camp The Myndcraft Camp in Armadale is for 6-14 year olds who want more out of the game. Book online at www.myndcraft.com

WEDNESDAY 30 Toptots Amazing Family Maths programme for grade 1 – grade 4 on Wednesdays at Wembley 3.30pm. Toptots Adjacent Home Tutor Programmes. Email bookings: mail@toptots.net.au and Facebook or tel. 0412 481708.

Falcon Minecraft Camp Come to the Falcon Myndcraft Camp for a day of fun, learning and connection with other Minecrafters. Book at www.myndcraft.com

THURSDAY 31 Toptots Toptots French Family reading programme for beginners – at Wembley on Thursdays at 3.30pm – 4.15pm. Amazing Family Maths programme for grade 1 – grade 4 on Thursdays at Wembley from 4.30pm.Toptots Adjacent HomeTutor Programmes/ Email bookings: mail@toptots.net.au and Facebook or tel. 0412 481708

New Year’s Eve fun Fun 2 Remember Find our fantastic performers at The Albion, Hyde Park Hotel and the Brooklands Tavern for a carefree New Year’s Eve with the family! Free kids activities and food specials all night! Visit www.fun2remember.com.au for more information.

January 2016 FRIDAY 1 Chung Wah Chinese School Leeming Taking enrolments for Mandarin Language Classes and Chinese Cultural Classes for the 2016 School Year. Please email ChineseSchool.Leeming@gmail.com or call Principal LI Hua on 0401 686 306. Visit cwcsleeming.org.au for more information or follow us on Facebook or Google+. Saturday 2

Bull Creek Minecraft Camp This Myndcraft Camp for 6-14 year olds is at the Bull Creek Community Centre. It’s a great day of fun, learning and connection. We are also in Bull Creek on the 15th and 16th. Book at www.myndcraft.com

SUNDAY 3 Castledare Miniature Railway Castledare Miniature Railway is Australia’s longest 7 1/4” gauge railway, running trains through the Canning River Regional Park. They are open 11am to 2pm. Castledare Place, Wilson. Info www.castledare.com.au or (08) 9356 2290.

Bustin’ Broadway Kids Show Calling all Kids! DAPA is preparing for Bustin’ Broadway - a fantastic Musical Theatre event when Perth’s awesome kids take centre stage! Register now if you’re a kid aged 6-16 years, live in Perth (SOR), and love to sing, act and dance. Call 0401974899, Email: admissions@dapaaustralia.com or visit www.dapaaustralia.com

MONDAY 4 Swimming WA School Holiday Club For kids aged 8-14 years. Learn swimming skills, water games and other fun sports and activities. Chisholm College, Bedford. Places available in single day, 3 day and 5 day packages between January 4th and 29th, 9am – 3pm. For more information and to enrol, visit wa.swimming.org.au

Northern Districts Gymnastic Club Inc. Northern Districts Gymnastic’s Holiday Gym Fun Program gives children the chance to experience a variety of sporting and gymnastics activities while socialising with friends. Fully supervised by qualified staff in a safe and friendly environment. For children ages 4 to 12 years. Start Mon 4 to Sat 29 January on Mon to Fri only, closed Australia Day. Half Day program 9am to 12pm or 1pm to 4pm, Full Day program from 9am to 4pm. Costs - Full Day $50 per session, Half Day $35 per session, Full Day Program across 3 days $135 & Full Day Program across 5 days $220. For bookings & information, call 9240 6861 or visit www.ndgc.org.au

Dinosaur Zoo at WA Museum Erth’s widely acclaimed Dinosaur Zoo theatre performance is bigger and better and heading to WA Museum for the 2016 January school holidays! The Dinosaur Zoo features a cast of amazingly life-like, large-scale dinosaur puppets that will have everyone young and old on the edge of their seats. The show features dinosaurs such as the impressive T-rex and even a Triceratops! Get ready to be amazed by these prehistoric star attractions! Showing 4 – 31 January 2016, costs are children (3 – 15 years) – $15.00, adults – $17.50, concession (seniors / student) – $15 & family (2 adults, 2 children or 1 adult, 3 children) – $55. Suitable for ages 5+. Purchase tickets online www.museum.wa.gov.au/dinoasurzoo, call 1300 134 081 or visit the ticket booth at the Museum mid-December (subject to availability).

Dinosaur Delights at WA Museum We will be full of dinosaur fun in the Museum’s Discovery Centre, where you can get crazy with Cretaceous craft, play with our dino-game, and more. Activities run from 4 January – 31 January 2016, suitable for ages 3+. Cost is Free to $2 depending on age. Bookings essential for large groups of 10 or more. For more info www.museum.wa.gov.au

Miss Lily’s Fabulous Feather Boa Adapted from the book by Margaret Wild. Let Miss Lily weave her spell on you in a fun-filled show that celebrates courage, honesty and a little marsupial pride! Suitable for all ages, perfect for ages 4 and above. Tickets available online www.sppt.asn.au or call 9335 5044. Jan 4 – 30.

Leederville Minecraft Camp Come to Leederville for a day of fun, learning and connection at a Myndcraft Camp. We are at the Loftus St Community centre again on the 5th and the 24th of Jan. Book online at www.myndcraft.com

TUESDAY 5 Vital Gymnastics

friends who also love the game. We are in Baldivis on the 7 and the 19 too so please make a booking online at www.myndcraft.com

THURSDAY 7 Toptots Toptots French Family reading programme for beginners at Wembley on Thursdays at 3.30pm – 4.15pm. Amazing Family Maths programme for grade 1 – grade 4 on Thursdays at Wembley from 4.30pm. Toptots Adjacent Home Tutor Programmes. Email bookings: mail@toptots.net.au and Facebook or tel. 0412 481708

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Three hour gymnastics activity program running from 10am till 1pm Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. Kids will get the opportunity to participate in an action packed day involving gymnastics, party games, arts and craft and much more. Call Skyla on 0411594256 or email admin@vitalgymnastics.com.au to book in.

Let our Nutritionists teach your kids about healthy eating and cooking. Three hour workshops throughout January for kids aged 1017. Fun and interactive class to ease the burden on parents. Bookings essential. Nutrition Force – leading nutrition educators. Visit nutritionforce.com.au or call us on 9385 7755

Aveley Christmas Carols by Candlelight

Free Children’s Entertainment at The Wanneroo

Join in a magical evening of Christmas festivities, with performances from local choirs and schools, plus a special visit from Santa! A variety of food and drink options will be available to purchase, as well as song books and candles to support local community groups. 58:30pm at Aveley Playing Fields, Bolero Road. Contact Jade at 9207 8578 for info.

WEDNESDAY 6 School holiday train rides Castledare Miniature Railway are bringing back school holiday train rides. Castledare Miniature Railway is Australia’s longest 7 1/4” gauge railway, running trains through the Canning River Regional Park. Wilson Park Station Kent St. Wilson. Info on times and departure station at www.castledare.com.au or (08) 9356 2290.

Toptots Amazing Family Maths programme for grade 1 – grade 4 on Wednesdays at Wembley 3.30pm. Toptots Adjacent Home Tutor Programmes. Email bookings: mail@toptots.net.au and Facebook or tel. 0412 481708

Join our friendly hosts at The Wanneroo Villa Tavern every Friday, Saturday and Sunday night for dinner and free kids entertainment! Visit www.fun2remember.com for more information. See you there!

Old Hands Preparation for Childbirth The Bump WA For second and subsequent pregnancies we offer a preparation for childbirth Old Hands course run over three hours. The old hands course gives time to debrief birth and breastfeeding experiences as well as to prepare for parenting more than one. 9:30am-12:30pm in Joondalup. Call 9498 6033 or www.thebumpwa.org.au

SATURDAY 9 Active Birth Workshop TheBumpWA An intensive workshop full of tips and techniques to prepare for a great birth including visualisations, birth positions (floor, bean bag, fit ball, bath), relaxation, massage & the role of support person. Ideal 3-4 weeks before due date. 1pm-5pm in Bentley. Also 16 in Success. Call 9498 6033 or visit www.thebumpwa.org.au

Ellenbrook Minecraft Camp The Myndcraft camp in the wonderful Ellenbrook library will be a day of fun, learning and connection for 6-14 year olds. We are there the next day too so either day can be booked online at www.myndcraft.com

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Family Fun Day at The Brooklands

Enjoy a day out with the whole family at the Brooklands Tavern today from 12:30pm-3:30pm for meal specials and free entertainment for the kids. See you there! www.fun2remember.com.au

School of Puppetry Workshops 2016 sees a series of brand new School of Puppetry workshops to stimulate young minds! This January we are exploring body puppets, as seen in Miss Lily’s Fabulous Feather Boa. One and Two-day workshops available. For more information and to book, visit www.sppt.asn.au or call 9335 5044.

Early Days TheBumpWA A set of six sessions facilitated by our educators to enable you to share and discuss your feelings and options around your new and sometimes confusing role as a mother. Most important of all, we expect that you will have fun and make new, invaluable supportive friendships over the weeks. 10:30-12:30 in Success. Call 9498 6033 or visit www.thebumpwa.org.au

Baldivis Minecraft Camp Myndcraft Camp is for 6-14 year olds who want more out of Minecraft and want some new

MONDAY 11 South of Perth Yacht Club Youth Sailing Tackers is an introductory, fun, games-based sailing program designed for children aged 7 to 12. Children do not need to have any sailing experience and they do not have to be a member of a club to participate. All the equipment, including the boats, is provided. School Holiday Week 1 course starts 11 January to Friday 15 January, 0830 – 1230. Register now at 9364 5844 or email owgadmin@sopyc.com.au

ECU Kids School Holiday Program The ECU Kids Holiday Program by ECU Sports is a multisport program for boys and girls from 6 to 12 years available at both Joondalup and Mt

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READ THE PAPER ONLINE : WWW.KIDSINPERTH.COM Lawley campuses. Kids get to try lots of different sports and activities each day in a safe, fun and supervised environment. Next ECU Kids School Holiday program runs 11 January until 29 January, 2016 and closed Australia Day. Prices are Half Days $26 from 8am to 12pm, Full Days $42 from 8am until 5.30pm. Mention Kids In Perth The Parent’s Paper when booking for first timers to receive half day free entry or $26 full day entry. Bookings call 6304 5000 or visit www.ecu.edu.au/sport/khp

Early Pregnancy Workshop TheBumpWA This workshop is ideally taken at the beginning of pregnancy before 16 weeks and covers the things you want to know about early pregnancy. 7pm-9pm in Success. Also 25 in Joondalup. Call 9498 6033 or www.thebumpwa.org.au

Joondalup Minecraft Camp Join us in Joondalup library for a great day of fun, learning and connection at a Myndcraft Camp. We are there also on the 12th, 29th and the 30th and either day can be booked online at www.myndcraft.com

TUESDAY 12 Vaginal Birth After Caesarean Community Midwifery WA This workshop is designed to help women who are interested in VBAC. It provides information on VBAC, as well as resources and emotional support. 10:30 – 12:30 in Success. Call 9498 6033 or www.thebumpwa.org.au

Dad to Dad The Bump WA Dad to Dad is an information session facilitated by a male midwife. Join the men-only speakeasy session to talk to other dads and dads to be, and to ask your burning questions about pregnancy, birth, parenting and beyond. 7pm-9pm in Success. Call 9498 6033 or visit www.thebumpwa.org.au

WEDNESDAY 13 School holiday train rides Castledare Miniature Railway are bringing back school holiday train rides. Castledare Miniature

Railway is Australia’s longest 7 1/4” gauge railway, running trains through the Canning River Regional Park. Wilson Park Station Kent St. Wilson. For info on times and departure station refer to www.castledare.com.au or (08) 9356 2290.

Fremantle Minecraft Camp The Myndcraft Camp at Kerry St Community School in Hamilton Hill will be a fun day of learning and connection. Join us on either the 13th, 14th, 23rd or the 24th. Book quick on www.myndcraft.com

THURSDAY 14 Time Trekker Dino Dig at WA Museum Don’t miss your chance to explore the Museum in ways that most people never do and have heaps of fun! Get up close to special Museum objects, discover our galleries with our team and take on skill-testing, brain-twisting Time Trekker challenges. Family friendly experiences on Thurs 14 Jan, Fri 15 Jan and Sat 16 Jan, sign in at 9.15am for 9.30am – 12.30pm session. Cost is $55.00 – 1 adult + 1 child; $38.00 – additional child or adult for children 6 – 12 years with accompanying adult. Bookings essential, visit www.museum.wa.gov.au/whats-on/schoolholidays

Toptots Toptots French Family reading programme for beginners at Wembley on Thursdays at 3.30pm – 4.15pm. Amazing Family Maths programme for grade 1 – grade 4 on Thursdays at Wembley from 4.30pm.Toptots Adjacent HomeTutor Programmes. Email bookings: mail@toptots.net.au and Facebook or tel. 0412 481708.

FRIDAY 15 Chung Wah Chinese School Leeming Taking enrolments for Mandarin Language Classes and Chinese Cultural Classes for the 2016 School Year. Please email ChineseSchool.Leeming@gmail.com or call Principal LI Hua on 0401 686 306. Visit cwcsleeming.org.au for more information or follow us on Facebook or Google+.

Kids Zone Nutrition and Cooking Let our Nutritionists teach your kids about healthy eating and cooking. Three hour workshops throughout January for kids aged 1017. Fun and interactive class to ease the burden on parents. Bookings essential. Nutrition Force – leading nutrition educators. Visit nutritionforce.com.au or call us on 9385 7755.

SATURDAY 16 Kids Entertainment Burger Edge, Karawara Meet our fantastic entertainer from 11am-1pm and we’ll entertain the kids for free while you enjoy a burger to kick off your weekend. Great food specials available! Book Now 9450 4165.

SUNDAY 17 Castledare Miniature Railway Castledare Miniature Railway is Australia’s longest 7 1/4” gauge railway, running trains through the Canning River Regional Park. They are open 10am to 2pm. Wilson Park Station Kent St. Wilson (Kent St. Weir). Info at www.castledare.com.au or (08) 9356 2290.

MONDAY 18 NumberWorks’nWords Subiaco From 18 to 22 January, NumberWorks’nWords Subiaco is having maths and/or English Holiday Course. Specialist tuition at NumberWorks’nWords Subiaco. Free assessment given. So much fun, it doesn’t feel like learning. Also taking bookings for term 1. Phone Janice on 9388 3727 for full details.

South of Perth Yacht Club Youth Sailing Tackers is an introductory, fun, games-based sailing program designed for children aged 7 to 12. Children do not need to have any sailing experience and they do not have to be a member of a club to participate. All the equipment, including the boats, is provided. School Holiday Week 2 course starts 18 January to Friday 22 January, 0830 – 1230. Register now at 9364 5844 or email owgadmin@sopyc.com.au.

Free School Holiday Activities at your local shopping centre Free School Holiday activities at your local shopping centre from Monday 18 January for 2 weeks from 10am to 1pm daily. Be sure to check out the Facebook pages of Alexander Heights Shopping Centre, Lakes Shopping Centre, Springs Shopping Centre, and the Parks Centre for more information.

ATI Martial Arts School Holiday Program ATI Martial Arts are conducting their School Holiday program on Mon 18 and Tues 19 Jan 2016, start at 10am and runs until 3pm. Fun introduction to martial arts and also teaches

CAROLS BY CANDLELIGHT Aveley Christmas Carols by Candlelight

Saturday 5 December, 5pm - 8:30pm Aveley Playing Fields, Bolero Road. Join in a magical evening of Christmas festivities, with performances from local choirs and schools, plus a special visit from Santa! A variety of food and drink options will be available to purchase, as well as songbooks and candles to support local community groups. Contact Jade on 9207 8578.

City of Belmont Carols in the Park Friday 11th December. 6pm - 9pm. Faulkner Park, Cloverdale Celebrate the spirit of Christmas at this year’s Carols in the Park. Bring the family and a picnic blanket and sing along with the City’s local school students. Featuring Santa, MC Jenny Seaton and a spectacular fireworks display. Food and drinks will be available for purchase. All City of Belmont events are smoke and alcohol free. TravelSmart – why not cycle, walk

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or take public transport? Please keep pets safe during freworks display. Thank you to event sponsors Perth Airport and Belmont Forum. For more information phone 9477 7248 or visit www.belmont.wa.gov.au

City of Cockburn Christmas on the Green Saturday 12th December. 5pm - 8pm City Administration Grounds 9 Coleville Crescent, Spearwood. Enjoy live music, Christmas carols, water slide, snow dome, appearance by Santa, switching on of the Christmas lights and much more to get you into the spirit. cockburn.wa.gov.au/carnivalofevents

Town of Claremont ‘Christmas in Claremont’ Sunday 13th December. From 4pm (Carols at 7pm). Stroll through the new Christmas markets, purchase gifts, festive food and drinks! There will be all the old favourites like WAYO performing a special Carols by Candlelight, free

children’s activities, workshops & much more! Claremont Park www.claremont.wa.gov.au

Burswood Park Carols Sunday 13th December. From 6:30pm Burswood Park Foreshore. Proudly presented by the Burswood Park Board and hosted by Monika Kos and Graeme Butler, the carols are the perfect way to celebrate the spirit of the festive season. Entertainment will commence at 6.30pm with performances by the Canning City Brass Band, Johnny Young Talent Team of WA, Take Note Singers and the Coastal Scottish Pipe Band WA. At 7.30pm, the re-enacted Christmas story and carols concert will begin. For more information visit www.burswoodpark.wa.gov.au or telephone 9361 4475.

City of Fremantle Candlelight Carols Sun 20 December, gates open 6pm, carols start 7pm

Time 70mins. Free Entry (gold coin donation welcome). The City of Fremantle presents a spirited Christmas celebration for all the family at FAC. The Libby Hammer Quintet, WA’s best loved jazz outfit, returns with Arcadian Voices to lead you through a Christmas carol singalong spectacular! Dress warmly, bring a rug and plenty of Christmas cheer! For more info visit www.fac.org.au/events/744/ candlelight-carols

IGA Carols by Candlelight for Variety Sunday 20 December, gates open 4.30pm Bring a rug and picnic and sing along to your favourite Christmas carols with friends and family under the stars at Langley Park. The night will feature the Merry Minions Christmas Experience show for the kids, before the Carols line up lead by Dami Im. Adults: $15, Children (16 and under): $10. Net proceeds go to Variety – the Children’s Charity of WA.

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Choices in Childbirth Workshop TheBumpWA This workshop covers models of maternity care available in Perth, including natural, hospital and home births, support options and the use of water during labour. It provides parents-to-be with the essentials for a well-informed and wellsupported experience of pregnancy and childbirth. 1pm-5pm in Kalamunda. Also 19 and 26 Success and 19 Joondalup. Call 9498 6033 or www.thebumpwa.org.au

TUESDAY 19 Free Kids Activities at Kalamunda Hotel Join us for free children’s entertainment at the Kalamunda Hotel from 5:30pm-8:30pm! Visit www.fun2remember.com.au for more information.

Breastfeeding Workshop TheBumpWA Ideally taken before your baby’s birth, this workshop will also help you adjust to early parenthood with confidence. You learn how breastfeeding works, dispel any myths, understand why your breast milk is ‘liquid gold’, learn how to take care of your breasts and nipples, how to get started once your baby is born, where and when to get help, and beneficial foods to eat. We also offer individual lactation support Monday to Friday – call for an appointment. 10:30-12:30 in Success. Call 9498 6033 or www.thebumpwa.org.au

WEDNESDAY 20 School holiday train rides Castledare Miniature Railway are bringing back school holiday train rides. Castledare Miniature Railway is Australia’s longest 7 1/4” gauge railway, running trains through the Canning River Regional Park. Wilson Park Station Kent St. Wilson. For info on times and departure station, refer to www.castledare.com.au or (08) 9356 2290.

Toptots Amazing Family Maths programme for grade1 – grade4 on Wednesdays at Wembley 3.30pm. Toptots Adjacent Home Tutor Programmes. Email bookings: mail@toptots.net.au and Facebook or tel. 0412 481708.

The Kaleidoscope Ensemble invites you on a musical journey into the jungle, where Bobo the young orangutan finds a violin. Tickets: $24, groups of 4 or more $22, groups of 10 or more $20. To purchase tickets in person, please visit the Venue Box Office, Subiaco Arts Centre 180 Hamersley Road from 10am – 3pm Monday to Friday. You can also purchase tickets at the other Perth Theatre Trust ticket outlets and Ticketek agencies.

THURSDAY 21 Toptots Toptots French Family reading programme for beginners – at Wembley on Thursdays at 3.30pm – 4.15pm. Amazing Family Maths programme for grade 1 – grade 4 on Thursdays at Wembley from 4.30pm.Toptots Adjacent Home Tutor Programmes. Email bookings: mail@toptots.net.au and Facebook or tel. 0412 481708

Kardinya Park Shopping Centre Kardinya Park Shopping Centre celebrates Australia Day by having an Aboriginal Ochre Face Painting activity in centre on 21, 22 and 25

January 2016 from 11am to 1pm daily. For further information, phone 9337 5522, visit www.kardinyapark.com.au or our Facebook page. Located at cnr North Lake Rd & South St, Kardinya.

with 100 free rides, activities and entertainment. Visit www.southperth.wa.gov.au or phone 9474 0777.

Armadale Central Shopping Centre

School holiday train rides

Free Aboriginal Art Activity at Armadale Central Shopping Centre on Thurs 21, Fri 22 & Mon 25 January 2016 from 11am until 1pm daily. For more information, visit www.armadalecentral.com.au. Located at 10 Orchard Ave Armadale. Be sure to also provide your details for a chance to win tickets to Charlie Brown: The Peanuts Movie, showing at Grand Cinemas Armadale from January 1.

Castledare Miniature Railway are bringing back school holiday train rides. Castledare Miniature Railway is Australia’s longest 7 1/4” gauge railway, running trains through the Canning River Regional Park. Wilson Park Station Kent St. Wilson. For info on times and departure station, refer to www.castledare.com.au or (08) 9356 2290.

Preparation for Childbirth The Bump WA A set of six workshops that inform, support and inspire parents-to-be to embrace the exciting and at times challenging journey into parenthood - including childbirth and the first few weeks with a new baby. Ideal to do early in pregnancy with an Active Birth Workshop as a refresher closer to the due date. 7pm-9pm in Success. Call 9498 6033 or www.thebumpwa.org.au

Falcon Minecraft Camp Come play and learn more Minecraft skills with us at the Myndcraft Camp at the Falcon eLearning and Community Centre. We are there the next day on the 22nd too so choose which day you would like and book at www.myndcraft.com

FRIDAY 22 Kids Zone Nutrition and Cooking Let our Nutritionists teach your kids about healthy eating and cooking. Three hour workshops throughout January for kids aged 1017. Fun and interactive class to ease the burden on parents. Bookings essential. Nutrition Force – leading nutrition educators. Visit nutritionforce.com.au or call us on 9385 7755.

SATURDAY 23 Dance Central Enrolments Dance Central offer the highest quality of classes for Perth children and teenagers in Jazz/HipHop, Classical Ballet, Tap, Acro, Contemporary Dance and Creative Dance for toddlers. Enrolment days will be Saturday 23 January 9 – 12pm and 30 January 9-2pm. Info www.dance-central.net or phone 94305192.

MONDAY 25 NumberWorks’nWords Subiaco From January 25 – 29, NumberWorks’nWords Subiaco will be having maths and/or English Holiday Course. Specialist tuition at NumberWorks’nWords Subiaco. Free assessment given. So much fun, it doesn’t feel like learning. Also taking bookings for term 1. Phone Janice on 9388 3727 for full details.

The Conservatoire A boutique ballet school offering Classical Ballet Classes for ages 3+. Summer Ballet School Holiday Program on week starting 25 January, 2016. Boys welcome. RAD, Cecchetti & Vaganova Methods. The Conservatoire located at 41 Great Eastern Highway, Rivervale, for bookings call 9361 3651 or visit www.theconservatoire.com.au

TUESDAY 26 City of South Perth Australia Day Free event for the whole family. From 3-7.30pm

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Armadale Central Shopping Centre Betty Bubbles Show and Illustration Workshop at Armadale Central Shopping Centre on Wed 27, Thurs 28 & Fri 29 January 2016 at 11am & 1pm daily. For more information, visit www.armadalecentral.com.au. Located at 10 Orchard Ave Armadale. Be sure to also provide your details for a chance to win tickets to Goosebumps, showing at Grand Cinemas Armadale from January 14.

Kalamunda Minecraft Camp

Beehive Montessori School Beehive Montessori School are having their next Visitors Morning on Tues 16 Feb 2016. Find out more about how the Montessori Method will benefit your child. Register your interest by calling 9383 1283 or visit www.beehive.wa.edu.au/general-info/visitorsmornings.

Chrysalis Montessori School Chrysalis Montessori School are having their next Open Day on Fri 11 Mar 2016. Find out more about how the Montessori Method will benefit your child. For bookings call 9444 6025 or visit www.chrysalis.wa.edu.au

Rockingham Montessori School Rockingham Montessori School are having their next Open Day on Tues 23 Feb 2016. Find out more about how the Montessori Method will benefit your child. For bookings call 9528 2118 or visit www.rms.wa.edu.au

Riverlands Montessori School Riverlands Montessori School are having Parent Information Evenings and School Tours in February. Parent Information Evening for Children’s House on Tues 9 February 6.30 8.00 pm. Parent Information Evening for Primary House held on Thurs 11 February 6.30 8.00 pm. Next School Tour is on Fri 19 February at 9am. Find out more about how the Montessori Method will benefit your child. For bookings call 9250 6444 or visit www.riverlands.wa.edu.au

Enrol Now For Music Classes Term One commences at Northside School of Music in Warwick. Enrol now for group classes for 18mths – 6yrs or private tuition in most instruments. For more information call 9246 7588 or visit northsidemusicschool.com.au.

Free Breakfast Entertainment Enjoy your Sunday breakfast and Fun2Remember will entertain the kids for free at The Ashby and The Gate Bar and Bistros! Visit www.fun2remember.com for more details.

The Zig Zag centre will be a buzz of Minecraft activity at the Myncraft Camp. Come join other 6-14 year olds for a great day of Minecraft skills and new friendships. Also available is the 28th. Book at www.myndcraft.com

THURSDAY 28 Toptots Toptots French Family reading programme for beginners – at Wembley on Thursdays at 3.30pm – 4.15pm. Amazing Family Maths programme for grade 1 – grade 4 on Thursdays at Wembley from 4.30pm. Toptots Adjacent HomeTutor Programmes. Email bookings: mail@toptots.net.au and Facebook or tel. 0412 481708

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SATURDAY 30 Dance Central Enrolments Dance Central offer the highest quality of classes for Perth children and teenagers in Jazz/HipHop, Classical Ballet, Tap, Acro, Contemporary Dance and Creative Dance for toddlers. Enrolment days will be Saturday 23 January 9 – 12pm and 30 January 9-2pm. Info www.dance-central.net or phone 94305192.

31 SUNDAY The Conservatoire 2016 Scholarship Opportunities A boutique ballet school offering Classical Ballet Classes for ages 3+. 2016 Scholarship Opportunities close on 31 January, 2016. Boys welcome. RAD, Cecchetti & Vaganova Methods. Enquire about their scholarship program offering elite training for young, committed and gifted dancers (boys and girls). Call Ms. James for further information. The Conservatoire located at 41 Great Eastern Highway, Rivervale. For bookings call 9361 3651 or visit www.theconservatoire.com.au

Free Aussie Day BBQ Brekky 8am – 12pm Coogee Beach Reserve, Powell Rd. Coogee Come and join in on all the FREE activities including rides and entertainment for the whole family. With special guest MC Christine Morrissey. www.cockburn.wa.gov.au/carnivalofevents

City of Fremantle’s Australia Day Celebrations and Indian Ocean Fireworks Join the City of Fremantle on Australia Day with celebrations at the Esplanade including children’s activities and live performances by the Struggling Kings, Barefeet Sorjourns and Odette Mercy and her Soul Atomics. Then join the Cities of Fremantle and Cockburn for the Indian Ocean Fireworks at Bathers Bay from 8pm with live simulcast on 96fm.

City of South Perth Celebration Zone Australia Day celebration at Sir James Mitchell Park, South Perth Foreshore (opposite Forrest Street). 100 free Rides, activities and entertainment, all free of charge, 3pm – 7.30pm. For more information, Tel. 9474 0777 or www.southperth.wa.gov.au

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2016 Scholarship Opportunities Open to Perth students entering Year 6 in 2016 through to Year 10

Make friends, have fun and learn Chinese

tudy Buddy Tutoring is a 1 on 1 tuition centre with a team of high achieving tutors, a unique learning system and belief in always advancing a student’s academics and expectations.

t Chung Wah Chinese School Leeming, students and parents love connecting with each other, learning to express themselves in Mandarin and celebrating traditional festivals.

• Scholarship Categories & Conditions Academic Achiever Scholarship (2 years) – Student is a high achiever with consistent A grades across all subjects in 2015. Open to all Perth students ages 11 to 15 years. Valued at up to $2600 over 2 years (1st year full scholarship, 2nd year subsidised) 1 available per year • Community Scholarship (2 years) Student is a high achiever with at least consistently high B grades across all subjects in 2015. Open only to students enrolled into a public school for 2016 and lives in a suburb that is at or below the current Perth median house price ($530,000, June 2015). Valued at up to $2600 over 2 years (1st year full scholarship, 2nd year subsidised) 1 available per year • Gifted Student Scholarship (1 year) Student is a high achiever that averages B grades across all subjects in 2015. Valued at up to $1600 per year (1 year subsidised scholarship) 3 available per year Study Buddy Tutoring’s full scholarship entitles the student to 1 hour of personal tutoring every week in the school term &

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Learn how to program and code without being intimidated. • All equipment supplied plus basic programming software provided for kids to practice at home. • Small Class Sizes (6 max per class).

heavy subsidies for additional tuition during an academic year. Subsidised scholarships provide parents with heavy subsidies on tuition fees for either 1 hour or 2 hour lessons during an academic year. To apply for one of the Study Buddy Tutoring’s Scholarship Opportunities and for terms and conditions, email your contact details, along with cover letters from both parent and child and copies of your child’s last 2 report cards to studybuddytutoring@live.com.au .

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Email ChineseSchool.Leeming@gmail.com or Call Principal LI Hua on 0401 686 306.

• 9.00am –11.30am Kindy, Pre-Primary, Year 1 to Year 12, Adults Levels 1 to 5, HSK Chinese competency exam preparation

Visit www.cwcsleeming.org.au or follow us on Facebook or Google+. They also have two sister schools in Morley and Rossmoyne.

Educators at ICE understand that holidays are a chance to deepen learning whilst still having fun and their aim is to help your children aim for the stars!

Fun projects include:

All Subjects K-12

• 9.30am –11.10am Playgroup ages 1 to 3

Interested? Enrol now for the 2016 school year!

ICE are offering a Going for Gold Academic Boost course for maths and literacy, a Creative Writing Program, the Young Scientists Program, EQ4KIDZ, 7 Habits of Successful Children, Art from the Heart and Transition to Formal Learning, their enormously successful course to help children make the transition from K to PP or PP to Grade 1.

Call 0401 315 370 or email studybuddytutoring@live.com.au for more information

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Mandarin Language Classes

• 11.30am–12.30pm Calligraphy, Painting, Diabolo (Yoyo), Gu Zheng, Martial Arts, Performance Art

Enrol Now for Term 1, 2016

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Chinese Cultural Classes (aka ECA)

ducators at ICE are offering a huge learning menu in January to stimulate your child’s mind and have them primed for success in Term 1, 2016.

Applications close Tuesday 5 January 2016, successful applicants will be notified by phone for a meeting.

• Learn computer languages • Build & create fun games and apps • Improve other skills like problem solving & maths

This not-for-profit school has been teaching since 1991. It operates on Saturday mornings during normal school term at Leeming Senior High School and is suitable for families of any ethnicity or language background.

Holiday learning awaits

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Study Buddy Tutoring

Education & Performing Arts

What child doesn’t love to skip, bop and wiggle? All ages from 18 months

The full range of Victoria Carlton’s preschool programs are also available (2 -5 years) with Victoria Carlton’s unique learning programs with the Jolly Phonics approach. The full menu of activities can be viewed at www.ice-au.com. For more information call 92714200 or email iceinfo@iinet.net.au

• Jazz • Tap • Hip-Hop • Classical • Lyrical • Musical Theatre • Acrobatics • Boys Only

Limited spaces! Enquire now as classes fill quickly. 20 Mumford Place, Balcatta | 0407 198 081 /JodyMarshallDanceCompany

Victoria Learning Carlton Programs Researched backed, practical and popular course giving children confidence, discover their strengths, develop resilience, deal with bullies, develop motivation and a more positive outlook on life.

ART FROM THE HEART Stimulate creativity and self-expression.

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7 HABITS OF SUCCESSFUL CHILDREN

Increase wonder, curiosity and knowledge about the natural world.

Help Eq4kidz graduates attain even more success!

• Naplan Preparation

TRANSITION TO FORMAL LEARNING

• Specialised 1 on 1 tutoring

Multi-sensory ways to improve phonics, literacy and numeracy and help ensure a successful transition to formal learning for K-PP or PP to Grade 1 children.

Multisensory and imagination stimulating to help even the most reluctant children to LOVE writing!

• Early Numeracy

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Designed to help kids “catch up” academically and get powered up for the next academic year.

Phone or SMS: 0401 315 370 for more info www.facebook.com/studybuddytutoring check us out on the web: www.kidsinperth.com

CREATIVE WRITING

PRE-SCHOOL PROGRAMS Victoria Carlton’s full range of Pre-School programs using Jolly Phonics.

Tuition for Children Training for Teachers

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• Kindergarten, Primary & Secondary (Maths, Science & Humanities)

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SIZZLING 2016 JANUARY PROGRAMS

Contact ICE on 9271 4200 or email victoriacarlton@iinet.net.au

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Education & Performing Arts

Crescent Early Enrichment Centre Develop your child Emotionally & Intellectually BOOK NOW FOR 2015/2016'S PRE-KINDY AND KINDY ENRICHMENT PROGRAMS

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Text Selvi: 0423 820 777 E: crescenteecinfo@gmail.com

Churchlands location www.crescenteec.com.au /crescenteec

Join the fantastic sport of Calisthenics

alisthenics is a team sport unique to Australia. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s recognised as a fun and healthy way to keep fit for children of all ages. This sport involves a team of participants learning routines choreographed to music and presenting these routines on stage at competitions and concerts. In addition to team items, participants can compete in solo and duo items. Calisthenics is a combination of Gymnastics, Ballet, Folk Dance, Jazz Ballet, Apparatus (Clubs and Rods), Figure Marching, Mime and Singing. Its assets are many, improving health and deportment and widening their musical knowledge. During the Xmas School holidays,

Ph: 9399 2473 Mob: 043 0438 38 344 383 hgballet@hotmail.com www.hgballet.com.au www.hgballet.cjb.com www .hg gballet.cjb.com

Does your child love to dance? Silhouette Dance Studio is an Angelina Ballerina Academy partner studio! Angelina Ballerina classes are taught through an international network of top quality dance studios.

Your child will receive a quality dance education in a caring and fun environment. The Angelina Ballerina Academy Curriculum is designed to inspire little stars with big dreams.

Enrolments for 2016 opening mid December.

Tel: 9381 3685 â&#x20AC;˘ LEVEL 1, 159 ONSLOW ROAD SHENTON PARK

www.silhouettedancestudio.com.au fun classes these school holidays

Calisthenics WA will be running introduction â&#x20AC;&#x153;Cali funâ&#x20AC;? classes at venues throughout the Metropolitan area. Sponsored by the â&#x20AC;&#x153;Go for 2 & 5â&#x20AC;? health message, the 2 hour class is a great opportunity for kids to have some fun during the school holidays and learn about the fantastic sport of Calisthenics. For further details on classes in your area contact (08) 9274 3958 or visit www.calisthenicswa.com.au

Play, explore and learn with your child

here is growing evidence by researchers that delaying kindergarten by a year results in significant mental health benefits. More mothers have the need to go to work and sending children to daycare and kindergarten at an early age has become inevitable. Crescenteec, or â&#x20AC;&#x153;Selviâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s placeâ&#x20AC;? as most children call it, is a friendly, home environment where children feel at ease in small-sized groups. Programs are designed to suit every child and their individual needs; gifted children, children with learning disabilities, those lacking confidence or those with behavioral issues and separation anxiety. Cresenteec are inspired by the Montessori philosophy and the Reggio Emilia approach.

Emotional Intelligence is also a main focus. Children as young as 18 months old can start off by doing parent group sessions and can do other programs without their parents when they are ready. Call Selvi at 0423 820 777, email crescenteecinfo@gmail.com or visit www.crescenteec.com.au

Calisthenics ...The Artistic Sport

At The Music Kindy we offer a fun and active, music based learning program for children between 18 months and 6 years old. Developed by experienced early childhood teachers, our classes will give your child Learning Skills For Life.

Visit the website to find out more about our classes

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Calisthenics Association of WA Phone: 9274 3958 Email: info@calisthenicswa.com.au

www.calisthenicswa.com.au Proudly presented by Healthway "Go For 2 & 5" COME AND TRY CALISTHENICS AT OUR SCHOOL HOLIDAY PROGRAM. Children aged from 5 - 12 years can enjoy activities including calisthenics, ballet, modern jazz, hip-hop, musical theatre and more! For more information visit our website: www.calisthenicswa.com.au 22 Kids In Perth â&#x20AC;&#x201C; The Parentsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Paper, December 2015 / January 2016

Develop skills for life-long learning such as â&#x20AC;˘ Creative Expression â&#x20AC;˘ Literacy & Pre-Reading Skills â&#x20AC;˘ Mathematical Thinking â&#x20AC;˘ Audio Processing & Memory â&#x20AC;˘ Listening & Concentration â&#x20AC;˘ Confidence & Resilience.

8/22 Shields Crescent, Booragoon | Mob: 0424 888 072 jodie@themusickindy.com | www.themusickindy.com

Confident to learn in 2016 Kumon Maths and English Programmes develop

Contact your local Kumon Centre to hear how we can support your childâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s learning!

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Education & Performing Arts

Improve Your Child’s Grades and get them Motivated for Success

Creativity, Confidence and Communication

Create your own computer game!

Agape Centre for Excellence provides: • Tailored tuition and extension programs in Literacy & Numeracy using proven and innovative programs; Victoria Carlton Learning Programs and Creative Maths™ • Chinese language • Term & Holiday Programs

oes your child love to play computer games? Enrol your child in an exciting coding camp over five half days so they can learn to create their very own computer game! This camp for children, from age nine, will expand your child’s creativity and develop their logical thinking skills.

Facilitator Yong Ning is an electrical

Call 9414 7191

engineer and has completed his Masters at MIT in Computation for Design and Optimisation. Special introductory offer of $400! Limited places are available. Call 9414 7191 or email enquiries@ACEcockburn.com.au to enrol now.

elen O’Grady Drama Academy’s core programs are aimed at empowering students, increasing energy and enthusiasm, encouraging listening and conversational skills and promoting social skills.

A: 1/6 Blackly Row Cockburn Central E: enquiries@ACEcockburn.com.au W: www.acecockburn.com.au facebook.com/agapecentre4excellence

The programs also stimulate creativity and concentration, providing a solid platform for success in the performing arts and enhancing confidence and self-esteem.

What is SEMAS and how does it work?

Weekly one-hour classes are held during school terms and are grouped by age. At the end of the year students present a short, scripted production. These productions are a real cause for celebration, and give students a chance to demonstrate their improved performance skills.

EMAS is a program designed to develop both sides of the brain using the abacus as a tool. Something so unique, it will change the way you and your children feel about maths. This program uses numbers, but is not limited to maths. You will see growth in other subjects at school as well. It improves the photographic memory and develops listening skills, improves concentration, selfconfidence, problem solving and most important, SEMAS establishes a strong foundation.

NOW to enquire!

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Children will be using the program Scratch, designed by a professor from Massachusetts Institute of Technology’s (MIT) media labs, to create their own game. Each gets a chance to present their own game on the final day and let others try it out. The game with the most votes wins a prize!

The academy’s dynamic youth theatre program is open to all high school students and is great for those hoping to increase their confidence and speaking ability, or those hoping to pursue a career in theatre and media.

and will be competing in the 2016 international Math Championship in Singapore.

The ultimate aim is the mental calculation (ANZAN). This means visualising the abacus and being able to make mental calculations.

We have centres across Perth, including Currambine, North Beach, Landsdale, Subiaco, Rivervale, Vic Park, South Perth, Canning Vale and Woodvale. Call us today for your free trial.

Semas is the only organisation from Australia admitted as a member of GASJMA

Visit www.semas.com.au email info@semas.com.au or call 1300 436 009.

The Helen O’Grady Drama Academy’s programs designed for students aged five to 17+ years. For more information call 9402 8744 or 9402 5849 or visit www.helenogrady.net.au

What you get! • 2 x Two by Two Memory card games • 3 x Pick a card games • 1 x Dotty board game

• 10 x Reading cards • 1 x Bingo game • 8 x reading books • 4 x Whiteboard Markers • Instruction booklet

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Children Love to Learn

Free access to worksheets on website

GET IN ON THE ACT!

Call Maria Brayne 0429 750 330 All That Jazz Dance Studio established Jan 1993.

Classes from 2yrs - Adults

• • • • •

Jazz / Hip Hop Tap Classical Acrobatics Singing & Musical Theatre

• Contemporary • Toddler & Kindy Classes • Adult Jazz & Tap • CSTD Exams • Competitions

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brayneym@westnet.com.au | www.brayneykids.com.au

• Dramatic Play • Creative Movement • Story Telling

• Songs • Language Skills • Confidence Northern Suburbs Duncraig, Greenwood

Ph: 9402 8744 Justin.Lowson@helenogrady.net.au

Western Suburbs Leederville, Scarborough, Wembley

2016 Enrolment Dates - Sat 30 Jan 9am - 2pm

Ph: 9402 5849

Fiona Scott CSTD Th & Tap Dip (Principal) Level 1, 949 Wanneroo Rd, Wanneroo (parking at rear) P: 9404 7400 E: atjdancestudio@bigpond.com

Justin.Lowson@helenogrady.net.au

Rockingham/Mandurah Greenfields, Cooloongup

Ph: 9593 7194 Kristen.Matthey@helenogrady.net.au

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CLASSES NEAR YOU!

Eastern Suburbs Morley, Kalamunda

Ph: 9378 4332 Merylena.Sulak@helenogrady.net.au

Southern Suburbs Canning Vale, Kardinya

Ph: 9446 6535 Kerry.Jones@helenogrady.net.au

Classes also held for 5 - 17 year olds throughout Perth

www.helenogrady.net.au www.facebook.com/helenogradyperth check us out on the web: www.kidsinperth.com

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Dancescene – more than a dance class!

Empowering each child to be confident, competent and joyful • An affordable and vibrant Christian environment

ifelong eating habits are formed during childhood, so it is vital that your child develops a healthy relationship with food at an early age.

• Onsite before and after school care

Dietary habits established in childhood often persist into adulthood. As parents you want to ensure that your children have a healthy attitude towards food and don’t see it as threatening or as a reward.

Limited places available 3 year old Kindy to Year 6

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By the time your child is 12 months old, he or she should be eating a variety of foods. Their diet should contain small serves of meats, vegetables, fruits, breads, grains and dairy foods.

Victoria Park Christian School 27 Colombo Street, Victoria Park (08) 9362 2626 to schedule an appointment www.victoriaparkchristianschool.wa.edu.au

ancescene studios in Claremont and Nedlands teach classical ballet, jazz and hip-hop with a difference.

While nurturing the joy of dance in all its genres, our teaching style and curriculum has a strong emphasis on the development of cross-lateral skills and the ready transfer of these skills into other important areas of a child’s life, namely sport and improvement in cognitive learning.

A boutique ballet school for aspiring young dancers for ages 3 & up.

2016 Scholarship Opportunities – Closes 31 January, 2016.

Summer Ballet School Holiday Program – Starting 25 January, 2016. Boys welcome. RAD, Cecchetti & Vaganova Methods

Phone 9361 3651 41 Great Eastern Highway, Rivervale

www.theconservatoire.com.au

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Enquire about our scholarship program offering elite training for young, committed and gifted dancers (Boys & Girls).

Classes run for approximately a tenweek term and include all public holidays. Make up classes are always an option for classes missed. Classes for ages 2 ½ years to 18 years plus adult ballet classes are available. We also have a very special Christmas gift for you - a free pair of ballet shoes with each paid term enrolment, received by us no later than 12 December. Please visit our website at www.dancescene.com.au or phone Lisa Purchas on 0414 653 839.

If inadequate food is consumed children do not have enough energy to explore, discover

and learn as they should. Nutrition Force offer a range classes for parents of fussy eaters that offer support and strategies for healthy changes. Call them today on (08) 9385 7755 for more information or visit www.nutritionforce.com.au

How does ballet help with school performance?

arents who send their children to The Conservatoire for ballet lessons are surprised at the improvement in their child’s school performance and grades. “Ballet uses both the left and right sides of the brain as well as touching on every subject learnt at school,” says Ms Beth James, principal at The Conservatoire. “Ballet unlocks creativity, movement and imagination that is lacking in today’s children because of video games and tablet devices. It builds confidence and self-esteem as children perform to an audience and develops a natural appreciation in children for music, theatre and the arts.” “Mathematics and physics is used when children learn patterns, rhythms and timing.

Precise moves and sequences are calculated and performed with purpose.” “History is learnt as children are always learning about where accompanying music, dance moves and sequences come from.” It’s this broad, unique and holistic approach to traditional ballet that contributes to the success of the students at school. For more information call 9361 3651 or visit www.theconservatoire.com.au

TOPTOTS

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PARENT & CHILD WORKSHOPS

'THE BALLET SPECIALISTS' Casual or Vocational Programmes: Girls and Boys ‘Twinkle Toes’ – 3 years & up Excellent Contemporary, Jazz 4/11 Gympie Way, Willetton 9354 3699 or 0438 844 184

www.danceventure.com.au

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• A nurturing and inclusive school community

Classes - 1 February, 2016.

Do you have a fussy eater?

• Small class sizes and individualised learning programs

Term 1, 2016 Enrolments

Education & Performing Arts

Attend school with your child (3 months - 7 years). Baby/ToddlerSchool, Baby/ToddlerGym, Preschool & Kindy, School Readiness programs. LOTE PROGRAMS including Spanish Playgroup, French Playgroup, Italian Playgroup. Private tutoring for school children and Home-Tutor programs (grades 1-7). Home-school tutorship.

MALAGA (north east) RIVERTON (south) WEMBLEY (north south west)

PHONE: Bernice Sandler

0412 481 708

www.toptots.net.au | www.brbuildingblocks.com.au

Classical Ballet, Jazz, Contemporary & Hip-Hop Teeny Ballet, Preps & Primary and Graded Dance Programs. Term 1, 2016 starts;

1 February 2016

AGES 3 to 16

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Classes Mondays to Saturdays

3 Locations - Claremont, Nedlands, Wembley Lisa Purchas 9386 2700 or 0414 653 839 | www.dancescene.com.au

Contact Terrie – 0419 133 673 www.creationsdancecentre.com.au

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Classical Ballet & Contemporary classes Studio located in Rossmoyne

Creativity is the Breath of Life 24 Kids In Perth – The Parents’ Paper, December 2015 / January 2016

check us out on the web: www.kidsinperth.com

Help your child with their behaviour, learning and communication

Education & Performing Arts

Keep learning during the holidays

he Tomatis Method opened my ears and my brain: I can now read and understand my teacher!”

earning during the holidays can be a simple and fun family objective. Here’s some advice from Janice of NumberWorks’nWords:

Says Leo, an eight-year-old suffering from ADD and Auditory Processing Disorder. Leo needed his parents to repeat statements all the time and his teachers were constantly complaining him being disruptive. No more daily email from the teachers about Leo’s bad behaviour and poor academic performance.

• Have daily family reading of a favourite book • Family visits to museums, movies or the park stimulate conversation • Email friends and family about your holiday time • Write and post a letter to grandma • Play Junior Monopoly and other board games and card games • Estimate the grocery bill or work out change when you’re shopping • Bake a cake

They have specialist maths and English tuition, individualised for each child and their goals. It’s so much fun that it doesn’t feel like learning at all.

And to prepare your child for a great start at school, NumberWorks’nWords Holiday Course from January 18 will get them going.

For a free assessment and introductory lesson, call NumberWorks’nWords Subiaco on 9388 3727.

Working Memory and Learning

to learning and social interaction.

By exercising the ears the Tomatis® Method addresses both the need to strengthen the sensory integration systems and regulate emotions, making children less distractible, calmer, happier and more open

Françoise Nicoloff, psychologist and expert with 38 years’ experience in auditory processing, learning and communication, visits Perth regularly to run assessments. Call 1800 677 010 or visit www.tomatis.com.au

Montessori Method benefits children with Dyslexia Dyslexia is a language difficulty attributed to how the brain’s Bracca region is activated and neural connections are made during the learning and storing of new information. Dyslexia isn’t caused by a lack of intelligence, it’s a physical condition. In fact, Einstein had Dyslexia.

orking memory is the ability to keep information in mind for a short period of time and process this information. It is linked to our capacity to learn, resisting distractions, remembering instructions, reading comprehension, language skills, staying on-task, following multi-step instructions, planning, and focused attention. Children with working memory difficulties often make careless mistakes, don’t pay close attention to details, have trouble keeping attention on tasks, do not seem to be listening when spoken to, have trouble organising thoughts and often cannot follow instructions. Word For Word is a specialised private

Often Dyslexic children exhibit an aptitude for maths, mechanics, art and creativity and are capable of overcoming their early language difficulties as adults.

practice providing a range of educational services for students who struggle to keep up in class including students with ADD, CAPD and Dyslexia. These services include Cogmed Working Memory Training. Working Memory can be improved by online, computer training using Cogmed and these improvements can be sustained over the long term.

Because, Dyslexia is a physical condition, it’s important for parents to recognise that a Dyslexic child learns better through understanding rather than committing to memory. The Montessori Method revolves around sensorial learning, their unique learning materials teaches children a subject or concept by engaging all their senses in order to build their knowledge through

Visit www.word4word.net.au/contact or call Christine Hayes on 0452 549 673.

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Improve Working Memory and Learning

The Tomatis® Method is a powerful instrument helping thousands of children and adults with behavioural, learning and communication difficulties.

proper understanding rather than by memorising facts and information. Consequently, reading is taught phonetically and through the sounding of words, rather than by letter identification and memorising spelling lists,, which is what is donethe preferred method at conventional schools, which greatly benefits children with Dyslexia. Numerous research studies into the benefits of sensorial learning and the Montessori Method have concluded itswith positive results in general for all children, both with and without Dyslexia. Find out more about the Montessori Method education and its benefits by contactingcalling one of the local Montessori childcare centress or schools listed in the directory on this page.

Find a Montessori School

& Academic Achievement the Natural way through sound

Call today & book a school tour

Tomatis auditory retraining program helps:

• Spelling Strategies • Reading Strategies • Learning Strategies • Successful Learning Strategies • Specialising in Learning difficulties, Dyslexia, ADD, CAPD For Bookings contact

Flora Wellbeing Suite 1, 118 Flora Tce, North Beach

Ph 9246 1248 www.word4word.net.au

• Auditory processing • ADD, ADHD, Dyslexia, Dyspraxia • Learning & listening difficulties • Poor memory, speech delay

Banksia Montessori School | Ph 9275 5997 Chatton St, Dianella WA 6059 | Pre-Kindy to Pre-Primary (ages 3 - 6 years) Parent governed school | Small class size & full 3-year school preparation program Register your interest for the next Parent Information Night. Private school tours by appointment. Email: info@banksia.wa.edu.au | www.banksia.wa.edu.au

Beehive Montessori School | Ph 9383 1283

HOME BASED PROGRAM Book a Tomatis Listening Assessment in Perth 10th & 11th Dec 2015 • 11th & 12th Feb 2016

Information Webinars - 6pm 15th Dec 2015 & 24th February 2016

Curtin Ave, Mosman Park WA 6012 | Junior Primary (3 - 6 yrs) | Middle Primary (6 - 9 yrs) Upper Primary (9 - 12 yrs) & Adolescent Programme (12 - 15 yrs) Speciality - Special Needs Children, Italian (LOTE). Classroom observations by appointment. Register your interest online for our next visitors morning - Tuesday 16th February 2016 Email: secretary@beehive.wa.edu.au | www.beehive.wa.edu.au

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• Cogmed Working Memory Training

As seen in

‘The Brain's Way of Healing’

Blue Gum Montessori School | Ph 9417 4060

by Norman Doidge

THE AUSTRALIAN TOMATIS METHOD

11 Hope Rd, Bibra Lake WA 6163 | Playgroup (Ages 1-3), Transition to Junior Primary (Ages 3-4), Junior Primary (Ages 3-6), Middle Primary (Ages 6-9) & Upper Primary (Ages 9-12). Specialist classes - Physical Education, Visual & Performing Arts, Chinese, French, Positive Learning. School tours & class observations by appointment. Email: admin@bgms.wa.edu.au | www.bgms.wa.edu.au

www.tomatis.com.au

Chrysalis Montessori School | Ph 9444 6025

1800 677 010

3 - 5 Parkland Rd, Glendalough | Playgroup (18 mths - 3 years). Pre-Kindy - Yr 6 (Ages 3 - 11 yrs) Speciality - French (LOTE), Music, Physical Education, Art and Cultural programs. After School Care available. Open Day - Friday 11 March 2016. Classroom observations by appointment. Further enquiries please email admin@chrysalis.wa.edu.au | www.chrysalis.wa.edu.au

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359 Arthur Street, Dayton (Swan Valley) | Playgroup, Pre-Kindy - Year 6 (Ages 1 - 12yrs) Speciality - Indonesian (LOTE), Music (Piano, Guitar), Arts Club, After School Care Classroom Observations and School Tours by Appointment. See website for 2016 school tour dates Email: admin@riverlands.wa.edu.au | Web: www.riverlands.wa.edu.au

Rockingham Montessori School | Ph 9528 2118 7 Attwood Way, Rockingham | Playgroup, Pre-Kindy - Year 12 (Ages 1 - 18yrs) Speciality - Indonesian (LOTE), Music (Piano), After-School Clubs Open Days – Term 1 Open Days are Tues 23 February & Thurs 17 March. Phone to register. Classroom observations by appointment. Email: reception@rms.wa.edu.au | Web: www.rms.wa.edu.au

* Languages other than English (LOTE)

Riverlands Montessori School | Ph 9250 6444 TO

Southbank Montessori | Ph 9361 2943

The Montessori programme emphasises these principles in graduates: • Independence • Social Awareness & Engagement • Quality Education & Love of Learning

check us out on the web: www.kidsinperth.com

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18 Basinghall Street, East Victoria Park. Ages 2 - 3 years 265 Berwick Street, East Victoria Park. Ages 3 - 5 years Long Day Care Centre. 7:30am - 6:00pm. Classroom observation by appointment. Register your interest for the next Parent Orientation. www.southbankmontessori.com.au

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health, sport & safety

Make it a Kidsafe summer for your family

hristmas celebrations, family trips and time off school make the summer holidays a fun and exciting time for children. Unfortunately, it is also a time when children are nearly four times more likely to visit PMH Emergency Department with an injury.

The club of choice for gymnasts

inner of Gymnastic WA Champion Club of the year 2013 and 2014, The Northern Districts Gymnastics Club (NDGC) believes in gymnastics for all and caters for the whole family.

Supported by the Department of Health, this summer Kidsafe WA is focusing on Keeping Kids Safe while on holidays. Help safety shine through this summer, without spoiling your summer fun. Follow these tips for travel, toy, water and celebration safety:

Their well-known Kindy programs are completely hands on and help children develop fundamental motor skills, creativity, self-esteem, coordination, confidence in a fun and playful space.

• Follow the age recommendations when buying toys and provide the safety equipment to go with toys with wheels.

The NDGC recreational program runs every weekday afternoon and Saturday morning. The program will contain the four “F’s” of gymnastics - Fun, Fundamentals, Fitness and Friendship. The gymnast progresses through skills at their own pace at the level appropriate to their development.

• Ensure your child is appropriately restrained for their age and size when travelling in the car. • Create safe play areas away from moving vehicles. • If you have to leave the car , even to run a quick errand, take your kids with you. • Always supervise children around water. • Don’t neglect the supervision of children during family gatherings and holiday parties.

Classes: $10

Come and join Lissette, a qualified yoga and kids yoga instructor for these fun yoga sessions. Bookings not required From 4 January 2016 LAS3487/OCT15

Family discounts apply

0407 281 688 | Unit 8, 64 / 66 Kent St, Cannington

www.yogabyrne.com

BabySwim

• Parent Group Classes of 1:2 ratio are available for 2 and 3 year olds as an introduction to learning to swim.

Swimstruct’s “Learn to Swim” program is uniquely structured and targets the needs of children of all ages at various stages of swimming development.

• Uniquely structured Training Groups are available for proficient swimmers.

• Private 1:1 classes are also available to children of all ages as well as adults. • Small group classes of between two and six children per teacher, dependent on the age and stage of the learner, are available for school age children.

All Swimstruct teachers are Austswim or

SWIMSTRUCT PROGRAMMES – SUMMER 2015/2016

LifeCare BabySwim provides essential Water Safety & Swimming Lessons to children aged 3 months & above. • Qualified instructors • Heated indoor pools

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• Exclusive use of pool area

• Parent & Toddler Classes (2 & 3 yo) • Pre Primary (4 to 6 yo) - 1 to 1 lessons • School age children - Private 30 min lessons or small groups • Training Groups) - For proficent swimmers • Springboard Diving (school age) Irrespective of previous experience • Adult (1 to 1 lessons) All Swimstruct teachers are either AUSTSWIM or RLSSWA accredited.

RLSSWA accredited and they engage children in an encouraging and enthusiastic manner that effectively teaches important water safety messages and proper swimming technique. To enrol your child into Swimstruct, call Treena or Ian on 0439 545 3 10 or visit www.swimstruct.com.au LAS/DJ1516

Perth’s premier learn to swim school for over 21 years

St Marys Anglican Girls School, Karrinyup

Weekend classes available

For more information, please call the club on 9240 6861 or visit www.ndgc.org.au

• Pre primary aged children are taught on a 1:1 ratio.

• Springboard Diving classes cater for beginners as well as those with previous experience.

• Classes cater for beginners through to proficient swimmers.

LEADERS IN BABYSWIM

• Specialists in tuition to babies and young children

very summer over the past 46 years, Swimstruct has been teaching and conducting high quality swimming and springboard diving classes for children and adults at St Mary’s Anglican Girls School, Karrinyup. With the previous owners now retiring, Treena and Ian Skeggs-Grant have taken over Swimstruct to continue this tradition and important service for many more summers to come. They bring with them a combined 40 years teaching and coaching experience and ran their own swim school in Singapore for 14 years before returning home to Australia.

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Swimstruct continues under new management

kids yoga Kids 5 - 12 yrs:

NDGC also has competitive streams across all Gymsport and provides strength and conditioning adult classes for mums, dads and senior citizens.

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Northern Districts Gymnastic Club Inc WA’S PREMIER GYMNASTICS CLUB

• Kindergym for Toddlers (Ages 2-5) • After School Term Program (Primary & Secondary)

2016 JANUARY SCHOOL HOLIDAY PROGRAM

ENROLMENTS NOW OPEN (PLACES FILLING FAST)

Fun, Skills & Friendships in a Safe Environment

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RE-ENROLMENT FOR 2016 IS NOW OPEN

2013 & 2014 Gymnastics WA Mag, Wag, Acro & Aero Club of the Year and 2014 Champion Club of the Year

Please phone 9240 6861. 1/5 Whipple St, Balcatta E: info@ndgc.org.au W: www.ndgc.org.au

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The Betty Bubbles Birthday Winner

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If your birthday is coming up in February, Northern Districts Gymnastics Club will be giving away a Gymnastics Birthday Party for up to 10 children valued at $300

Book a party for 12 kids or more and you will receive $50 worth of extras absolutely FREE!

Choose from: Lollipops Cat visit: $25.00 Party Platters: up to the value of $50 Extra food up to the value of $50 Extra party guests: $20.00, $26.00, $30.00 (depending on the party you choose)

For your chance to win, send in your photo and details to February Birthday Competition,

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PO Box 1133, West Leederville, 6901 Entries close

21st January 2016

SCHOOL HOLIDAY

Every Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday in January 2016 $30 first session & $20 each additional session BYO packed lunch & drink bottle

2/3 Collingwood Street, Osborne Park. Ph: 0411 594 256 www.vitalgymnastics.com.au

Please make sure you write the name of the competition on the envelope & you must provide your name and phone number or email address to make your entry valid.

Post your entry to: PO Box 1133 West Leederville WA 6901

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Win a free family rock-climbing session with City Summit

ity Summit is active in developing climbing as a sport in Western Australia and putting our climbing athletes on a national stage. We are currently working closely with local schools to bring climbing into the general curriculum and have successfully helped young people with not only development of climbing skills, but experience in team work, trust and building of self-confidence. City Summit is giving away 3 family passes (free entry for 4 members of the family), valued at $160 each. www.citysummit.com.au For your chance to win simply answer the question below and send it in along with your details.

What sport do people do at City Summit??

check us out on the web: www.kidsinperth.com

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ongratulations Flynn and Abigail. You have won 1 hour of free face painting from Betty Bubbles. Betty Bubbles is not your average kids entertainer. Combining comedy and performance, Betty is the life of every kids party, using her imagination and creativity for lots of crazy fun and big laughs! You can hire Betty for your next

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Please note photos will not be returned and winners are not drawn on the basis of the best photo.

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Win Family Passes to the Da Vinci Exhibition

ver 500 years ago, Italianborn Leonardo da Vinci conceived possibilities far beyond the understanding of others. Head to the Western Australian Maritime Museum to encounter and test his amazing machines, see his magnificent artworks, and reflect on the genius that was Leonardo da Vinci. The WA Museum is giving away 10 Family Passes to visit the Da Vinci Exhibition, valued at $22 per pass. Da Vinci Machines is showing from Sat 19 Dec 2015 – Sun 28 Feb 2016, 9:30am – 5:00pm at the Western Australian Maritime Museum. Visit www.museum.wa.gov.au/museums/ maritime/da-vinci-machines

For your chance to win simply answer the question below and send it in along with your details.

Where was Leonardo Da Vinci born?

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