Kids on the Coast Magazine - Sunshine Coast - Issue 89. Nov/Dec 2018

ISSUE 89 November/December 2018 SUNSHINE COAST

NEED A BREAK?

WE UNCOVER THE RESORTS WITH THE BEST KIDS CLUBS

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W

hen it comes to Christmas, I’ve usually found there are two types of people: those that start the countdown in July and own an impressive array of Christmas paraphernalia, and those who are a wee bit grinchy.

Admittedly, in my younger years I think I’ve generally fallen into the latter. The stress of buying presents to a set deadline and the expectation of it being a ‘perfect’ Christmas (whatever that may be), always left me feeling a little deflated.

That was until recently. And I had kids.

And the complete chaos they brought with them forced Christmas to be nothing traditional, and yet everything magical.

By doing away with what was expected and having a day that works for everyone, around baby sleeps and toddler tantrum triggers (always use the blue spoon), Christmas began to make a bit more sense.

Whether that’s a beach cricket battle followed by a sandy cheesymite scroll, or a dinner of chips and dips alongside the hilarity of charades with a 5-year-old, each year now is random, unique, and haphazardly special.

So, to all the already exhausted mamas out there feeling the looming pressure of

Christmas – give yourself a break. The kids won’t remember whether the dinner was nicely presented, or the wrapping paper had matching tags. But they will remember that mum was sat beside them, relaxed and enjoying the day.

To help in this quest for an easier Christmas, this issue we have a huge gift guide with everything that’s hot for under the tree this year. We also have a simple Christmas recipe for the whole family to enjoy (yup, even baby!).

Even better, most of it can be made the day before and it can be packed up as a picnic if you decide to head out and about. And if you like to sing a carol or two, we have a round-up of the Christmas festivities across the region.

And of course, Christmas also means summer holidays! So, our cover feature takes a look at some of the best resorts around the world with kids clubs, where you really can switch off and take some much-needed ‘you’ time this summer, knowing that the kids are having the time of their lives.

Plus, with the region’s events, news, education stories, movie reviews and more, it’s the perfect issue to get you set for summer.

Have an amazing Christmas… whatever that may be!

Angela xo

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THE TEAM

PUBLISHER & EDITOR IN CHIEF Angela Sutherland

PUBLISHER & SALES DIRECTOR Helen Rush

ADMIN/ ACCOUNTS Sheryl Thomson

ACCOUNT MANAGER Bridget Vallis

DEPUTY EDITOR Amardy Baucke

SOCIAL MEDIA MANAGER Amy Lou

PRODUCTION MANAGER Tanya Nissen

GRAPHIC DESIGN Danielle Lunn

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CHRISTMAS GIFT GUIDE: From must-

TRAVEL: Need a break? We pack our bags

have toys to gifts and outdoor play, we round

and check out the resorts around the world

up what’s hot for under the tree this year.

with the best kids clubs. And ... relax!

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Made by local parents, for local parents, we strive to be the first place families come to connect – where they are understood, united and inspired.

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ELI (6)

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Regulars

WHAT’S ON: The best local events for November and December.........................................6 LOCAL NEWS: The latest news from across the region .........................................................15 NEW BUSINESS: Local businesses to enhance your kid-sized life .......................................16 NOTICEBOARD: All the news and achievements from our local schools ...........................19 EDUCATION: Where curiosity leads to discovery .................................................................33 PARTY: Party where the Wildlings are..................................................................................... 42 HEALTH: Your pregnancy questions answered .......................................................................47 ALL ABILITIES: The wonderful initiative of Sensory Santa ................................................ 48 FOOD: A Christmas dinner for the whole family ................................................................... 50 LOCAL LIFE: Meet the seal trainer at Sea Life......................................................................52 CLASSIFIEDS: Local products and services ......................................................................... 54 REVIEWS: Movies, books and games for the family ..............................................................57

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Looking for something extraordinary to do?

Get climbing on South East Queensland’s largest outdoor rock climbing tower, try out the army-commando style mud pit challenge course, or launch yourself off a flying fox! For ages 5+.

Noosa Kids & Baby Market EUMUNDI CHRISTMAS NIGHT MARKETS 21 DECEMBER

Christmas shopping under the stars with a fabulous selection of art and craft stalls. Enjoy delicious food, and Santa will be arriving on the Eumundi Fire Truck. There’s plenty of activities for the kids: face painting, balloon twisting, petting zoo and more.

9 DECEMBER Sunshine Beach State School noosakidsmarket.com.au

Held the second Sunday of every month, with pre-loved stalls and local business stalls for kids and baby. Free parking, free toddler play area with bouncy castle, free Bounty bags, and lots more.

Grab an absolute bargain or come along for a fun morning out with the kids!

Girlgames in design 17 NOVEMBER Cooroy Makerspace

An educational experience for female students interested in exploring a career in the Serious Games industry.

At this half-day workshop, you will make your own ‘escape the room’ game featuring Tech Girl Super Heroes. Using the Construct 2 game engine, you’ll learn how to build super cool games straight in your browser with minimal programming and lots of freedom.

For girls ages 11-14.

Holiday family fun at Noosa Aquatic Centre!

• Water fun for any age • Inflatable fun from 12–3pm daily over the School Holidays (weather permitting) • Beach entry toddler pool • BBQ facilities • Café

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Weekend Adventure

FREE FAMILY EVENT 15 – 23 DECEMBER

Join the local community for this free event celebrating the true meaning of Christmas.

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Dazzling Christmas lights Free fairy floss Free face painting Free balloon creations Free jumping castles Huge animal baby farm Musical production Bethlehem show Market stalls Food Truck Roll Up

LIFEPOINTE BAPTIST CHURCH, 186 WISES ROAD, BUDERIM | LIFEPOINTE.ORG.AU

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Christmas at Lifepointe 15 – 23 DECEMBER

Join the local community for this free event celebrating the true meaning of Christmas. Enjoy the dazzling Christmas lights, grab a glow stick and join the carols, or head to the Kids Zone for free fairy floss, popcorn, face painting, balloon creations and jumping castles.

Don’t miss the musical production, the Bethlehem show, the market stalls and the huge baby animal farm. And this year for the first time Food Truck Roll Up will be providing a diverse range of food.

North Shore Community Christmas Celebration 24 NOVEMBER North Shore Community Centre, Mudjimba facebook.com/ NorthShoreCommunityCentre

Celebrate Christmas at North Shore Community Centre, with stacks of free activities for the kids: petting zoo, jumping castle, laser tag, face painting, wildlife show, arts and crafts.

And Santa will arrive in a helicopter!

There is also an integrated family and youth services Christmas tree, so bring along gifts for kids in need this Christmas. From 10am to 2pm.

Sunny Coast Baby & Kids Market 25 NOVEMBER Mountain Creek State Primary School sunnycoastbabykidsmarket.com.au

A mix of pre-loved items including clothes, toys, books, cots, prams, as well as beautiful handmade items. A great way to clean out your little one’s cupboards and earn some extra cash! With free jumping castle, free face painting, free Bounty bags, yummy hot food and coffee.

Passenger Aircraft Display An exciting Passenger Aircraft Display featuring the DC-3, the Fokker F27 Friendship, Beechcraft Starship and the Vickers Viscount.

12 JANUARY Queensland Air Museum, Caloundra qam.com.au

ART PLAY SUNDAY 11 NOVEMBER & 9 DECEMBER

Get the whole family together for free art activities at the Noosa Regional Gallery. Get messy at the painting station, have you face painted and cool down with an ice block. It could get a bit messy so don’t forget to wear old clothes and bring your shoes!

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Lifepointe Baptist Church, 186 Wises Road, Buderim lifepointe.org.au

BUILD A BRIGHT FUTURE FOR YOUR CHILDREN Join Queensland’s first purpose-built STEM learning hub at Baringa State Primary School.

Enrolments are now open for 2019. Visit the website at baringass.eq.edu.au for more information or to enrol.

GOODSTART CHILDCARE CENTRE SCHEDULED TO OPEN IN 2019

WHAT’S ON PRESENTED TO YOU BY

Hot Art for Kool Kidz Mudjimba Monday to Friday, 4pm

Champs Sports Aerobics

A structured but fun experience for 8–12-year olds who want to learn more about art, and to nurture the desire to create art in many different forms and mediums.

NOOSAVILLE THURSDAYS, 3.30PM

Skills, strength and fitness for kids! Students will gain strength, flexibility and improve all areas of fitness while learning the skills needed for sports aerobics routines.

MEDITATION FOR KIDS, NAMBOUR THURSDAYS, 4.30PM Teaching children to be mindful and live with a greater level of consciousness, meditation helps them to be more present and accepting of their current state of being, as well as less reactive to stressful situations as they become more self-aware.

School Kids Yoga

MAPLETON: WEDNESDAYS, 3.30PM

A fun-filled yoga class especially designed for children aged 6–12.

Move through different yoga poses, develop an awareness of breath and learn tips and tricks to calm minds… all mixed with games, stories and music.

PLUS, FIND A HUGE SELECTION OF CHRISTMAS SCHOOL HOLIDAY CLASSES!

GUITAR LESSONS, PEREGIAN BEACH

LE CLUB FRANÇAIS DES PETITS / LITTLE ONES FRENCH CLUB Woombye: Tuesdays, 9.30am

A French club for kids ages 2–5!

Through a combination of drama, storytelling, technology, songs, craft and games, children rapidly acquire the knowledge and confidence to enjoy using a second language for communication and expression.

SCHOOL HOLIDAY ART FUN, NOOSAVILLE

Kids can come and get lost in a creative bubble as they are guided through a themed acrylic painting on canvas.

FAIRY WORKSHOP, PEREGIAN BEACH

Join in some fairy fun, dancing and flower crown making over the school holidays!

MACRAME CLASSES, MOFFAT BEACH

Learn to create a macrame pot plant hanger, and go on to create bookmarks, fruit baskets, dream catchers and more.

Learn to Swim Classes MOUNTAIN CREEK EVERY MONDAY, 9AM

Various times available.

Learn how to play the guitar, or improve your guitar playing skills. Piano, singing, ukulele, violin and other music classes also available at other times and locations.

NAMBOUR JUNIOR GOLF PROGRAM, NAMBOUR: SUNDAYS, 3PM Introducing kids to the wonderful low impact activity of golf. All equipment is provided!

Hormonal Changes for Teens, Buderim Wednesdays, 6pm

A class to help teens navigate their way through puberty changes and understand what’s actually going on in the body when puberty strikes!

A fun, play-based learn to swim program for kids from 6 months to 12 years old, to foster a positive and confident relationship with water. All staff are qualified Austswim and/or Swim Australia qualified.

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Christmas in Cooroy A free community event with Carols and lighting of the tree on Friday night. Then on Saturday afternoon there will be rides, entertainment, the Great Santa Race and a Street Parade, live music and fireworks. christmasincooroy.com.au 8 DECEMBER

Carols at Cotton Tree Park Bring a picnic blanket and enjoy a wonderful Christmas celebration with entertainment, food and fun at Cotton Tree Park. Also expect a visit from Santa. The evening will finish with a fireworks display. carolsatcottontree.com.au 9 DECEMBER

Buderim Community Carols Enjoy a good old fashioned singalong with the community at this much-loved Buderim Christmas event. buderim.com/carols-by-candlelight

Tewantin Christmas Carnival A free event at Memorial Park with rides, live entertainment, food and drink, carols by candlelight, and a fantastic firework display. tewantinnoosa.qld.lions.org.au 11 DECEMBER

Peregian Beach Carols BYO rug and enjoy the festivities and entertainment in the beach-side park. Santa will be dropping by, food will be available from local vendors, and the evening will wrap up with a fireworks display. eastcoastoriginals.com 15 DECEMBER

Nambour Community Carols & Twilight Markets Experience the wonderful Twilight Markets, buy a Christmas present, then enjoy a fun-filled concert featuring local artists, a special visit from Santa, and a fabulous fireworks finale! facebook.com/nambourcommunitycarols

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Carols at Kings Beach Bring a blanket or chair and join in the fun at this wonderful Christmas celebration on the beach! There will be entertainment, food stalls, fireworks, and plenty of fun for the whole family. And of course, a visit from Santa! carolsonkingsbeach.com.au

Coolum’s Christmas in the Park Each year Coolum’s Christmas in the Park gets bigger and brighter, attracting thousands of locals and visitors. Bring your family down for an early dinner and enjoy the family friendly atmosphere singing our favourite traditional Christmas carols. ccfchurch.org.au

Glasshouse Community Carols Held at Beerwah Showgrounds, enjoy a traditional sing-a-long carols by candlelight in the park. There’s pre-show fun at 4.30pm, carols at 6:30pm, and fireworks at 8.15pm. glasshousecommunitycarols.com 22 DECEMBER

Annual Boat Parade The Annual Boat Parade in Mooloolaba has become a true Christmas tradition for the Coast. So, don your Santa hats and join in the fun! christmasboatparade.net

BRISBANE 30 NOVEMBER, 6.30PM

Lighting of the Christmas Tree presented by St. George Bank King George Square 7–19 D EC E M B E R, 6.30PM-10PM

The Enchanted Garden Roma Street Parkland

7–24 D E C E M B E R, 7.30PM-M I D N I G H T

The Gold Lotto City Hall Lights King George Square 8 DECEMBER

The Lord Mayor’s Christmas Carols Riverstage, City Botanic Gardens 14–23 D E C E M B E R, 7PM

Christmas Parade presented by David Jones Queen Street Mall to King George Square 15–23 D E C E M B E R, 8PM

Christmas Cinema River Quay, South Bank Parklands 15–23 D E C E M B E R , N I G H T LY

Christmas Carols River Quay Green, South Bank Parklands 20–23 D E C E M B E R, 7.45PM

Christmas Fireworks. Clem Jones Promenade, South Bank Parklands More info at christmasinbrisbane.com.au #merrybrismas

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As part of our Kindergarten program we offer specialist lessons in:

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Offering quality care to babies and children from 6 weeks to school age.

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NO NASTIES KIDS WINS AWARD Natalia Michael, local mum and owner of No Nasties Kids, has won Silver for Product Innovation at the Ausmumpreneur awards, as well as being announced as Finalist for the Retail award in the upcoming Sunshine Coast Business Awards.

Launching almost 3 years ago, No Nasties Kids offers a range of all-natural, handmade kids play makeup, face paint and hair chalk.

“It all started when my eldest daughter was gifted a few packs of play makeup for her fifth birthday,” explained Natalia.

“I checked the ingredients list, and found umpteen chemicals, FD&C colours and metals, promptly threw them away!”

Now sold in nine countries and in over 300 retailers, No Nasties Kids are designed for parents who are concerned with what goes onto their kids skin.

Everything about No Nasties has been considered. “We use recycled cardboard for our packaging and our packs all have a unique identity and story, just like each of our kids!”

And, just in time for summer, Natalia is soon launching her SLiCK KiDS range – a collection of natural kids hair care products made using native Australian extracts. The range includes gel, paste, detangler, alcoholfree hair spray and a body and hair wash.

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CARPET CLEANING a success on the Coast

any couples toy with the idea of “We had a lot of hesitation when we starting their own business, but first started, worried whether it was only a few ever follow through going to work,” Sally said. “But we’ve been on the dream. But after adventuring absolutely astounded with how well the around Australia in a Landcruiser Troopie business has taken off!” with a tinny in tow, Shane and Sally The vision of Killer Carpet Cleaning Hewlett decided to follow their dreams was to uphold the highest standards of to start a business and family on the workmanship to deliver friendly, reliable Sunshine Coast. carpet, upholstery and tile “OUR GOAL IS Sally’s dad had been in cleaning services.

TO NOT ONLY DO carpet cleaning for 35 years, “We genuinely care about A GREAT JOB, BUT delivering an exceptional so keeping it in the family they tapped into that wealth service to the Sunshine Coast TO SPREAD THE of experience and set up a GOOD VIBES OF community, and we consistently carpet cleaning business – THE SUNNY COAST exceed customers’ expectations, Killer Carpet Cleaning.

IN THE PROCESS.” often removing stains where “I’d helped a lot with my other carpet cleaners couldn’t. dad’s business when I was younger,” “We love going to work and meeting said Sally, “and always thought it a really some of the many friendly, honest, important service – after all, would you genuine people that make the Sunny Coast only mop your floors every 2–3 years?” so great. Our goal is to not only do a great Following extensive training from job, but to spread the good vibes of the Sally’s dad, the business launched quickly Sunny Coast in the process.” began to grow. killercarpetcleaning.com.au

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ocal sports coach and youth worker Wallace Williams and his partner Jade Harrison are rolling out a series of exciting school holiday sporting programs for kids aged Prep to Year Six, with Motiv8sports Sunshine Coast.

The new venture will give primaryaged kids a reason to move and will offer an alternative to traditional vacation care and after school care.

“Motiv8sports isn’t like any other vacation care or sports program anyone here on the Sunshine Coast has experienced,” said Wallace.

“We have DJs, team challenges, hybrid sports for all ages, cool inflatables and water activities for the hotter months – it’s a bit like XGames but for little ones.

It’s edgy, fun, and super-motivating!”

The program includes school holiday camps, sports parties, birthday parties, 3-on-3 tournaments, in-school programs and Year 6 break-up parties.

“I know how hard it can be for working parents when the holidays roll around because it can be really tough keeping bored kids entertained for weeks at a time. Our Motiv8sports school holiday programs like the Mega Camp are ideal for working mums and dads on the Sunshine Coast and the kids just love it,” says Jade. motiv8sports.com.au

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Seven-year old selected for Australian football team

unshine Coast Grammar School Daniel’s dad, Paul.

Year 2 student, Daniel Dawes, is the “Over the past two years Daniel has youngest player ever to be selected attended the Bolton Wanderers in the Bolton Wanderers International International Football Programme at Football Programme Australian one of their training camps in Queensland Advanced Team. with Danny Clarke (Head Coach of Two Australian teams have been Bolton Wanderers International Football) selected to travel to the UK and has been selected based “DANIEL ... HAS as part of the international BEEN SELECTED on his skills, teamwork and program with players aged individual attitude.”

BASED ON HIS from 9–14 years old. At Bolton Wanderers’ Academy SKILLS, TEAMWORK seven years of age, Daniel has been ranked fourth out of AND INDIVIDUAL all 92 clubs in English football will be the youngest player ATTITUDE.” to make up the team and as part of the Premier League’s was selected ahead of hundreds of players Elite Player Performance Plan. across Australia.

In addition to this selection, Daniel “This is an incredible opportunity has been invited to attend and stay at for young players to work with Bolton St George’s Park Training Facility which Wanderers Football Club and its full-time is the home of the England National Team academy staff where they will play in where he will have three days to train and academy fixtures with one of the premier play under the guidance of the England FA football academies in the UK,” said Football Coaching Staff.

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Bella Grace ELC, Beerwah, embarked on a fundraising event for the farmers recently, by creating a farmer’s market, complete with fresh and locally grown produce from families and items grown at the service.

The service also produced litres of ‘Worm Juice’ in their active worm farms, which they bottled and added to the market.

The fundraising effort extended to creating a hand-made vertical garden, constructed from a recycled pallet and complete with herbs, plants and succulents, which was auctioned to families.

The final week of fundraising invited families and educators to dress up in what they associate with farming, with strawberries, avocadoes, scarecrows, farmers and even a cow gracing the centre!

Not only was this fundraiser a wonderful way to raise money for drought-stricken farmers, but also a great opportunity for discussions focused on mathematics, factual life cycles, weather, and community engagement. By involving the children in this process, the aim is to achieve rich conversation that would plant thought in children’s minds, regarding life choices and daily practices.

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PROFILE

MR DANIEL MCSHEA Principal, Unity College

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nity College opened its doors to the Caloundra community as a single-site Prep to Year 12 College with the aim of providing a flexible, supportive and encouraging learning environment for all students. We chat to newly appointed Principal, Mr Daniel McShea, to find out more about the life of this proactive and innovative college.

TELL US ABOUT UNITY COLLEGE Unity College is a co-educational P-12 College, built upon 11 hectares of land in Caloundra West. We have over 1400 students enrolled in our three distinct phases of learning – Junior Phase (Years P–6) Middle Phase (Years 7–9) and Senior Phase (Years 10–12). Throughout each phase we deliver high quality teaching and learning initiatives and provide innovative

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contemporary resources to meet the diverse needs and capacities of learners in this rapidly changing society, focusing on the development of the whole child.

WHAT IS THE FOUNDATION AND MISSION OF THE SCHOOL? Unity College was founded in 2006 and is an ecumenical College owned and administered by Brisbane Catholic Education. Being ecumenical means we represent more than one Church, we work with both the Caloundra Catholic and Uniting Churches. We also combine those values with our unique Celtic Christian Spirituality. This awareness of various traditions allows us to follow our mission of preparing our students’ hearts and minds as young adults with respect for themselves, others and the environment.

WHAT DO YOU LOVE MOST ABOUT YOUR ROLE AT UNIT Y? Since commencing my role as Principal of Unity College in July this year, I have experienced the warm welcome of a positive, caring and close knit community. I have been impressed by the quality and the deep commitment from staff to ensuring that student learning and student well-being is at the forefront of everything we do.

I truly believe that I have the best job on the planet and enjoy the diversity that the role brings, especially in a P-12 setting, as every day is different. From my arrival, I have found Unity College to be a place of genuine welcome and hospitality where learning is engaging and exciting and where positive relationships exist between students, staff and parents.

I have a strong desire to instil a sense of hope and self-belief in young people, modelling a love of life and a love of learning to our staff and our students.

I hope to continue to nurture the many outstanding things that are already happening at Unity College and to take the College to the next level as it establishes its identity and matures from its infancy to a P-12 College with over 1400 students and facilities that would be the envy of many.

W H AT C AN WE E X P E C T T O S E E F R O M UNITY IN THE COMING YEARS? Our College is continuing to grow with our educators constantly finding innovative new ways to engage our students and discovering how to create and maximise opportunities for them in the ever-changing world of their future. We have state-of-the-art facilities including our own sustainable Co-Op Café, the Health Hub training facility and new on-site chapel. Spaces like these give our students a place to enjoy socially as well learn new skills. We have business students creating new products to sell from our Co-Op Café, a Bee Club who extract honey from our on-site bee hives, our Nara group engaging with local mentors on indigenous histories, cultures and cultural traditions, Youth Ministry teams working on social justice causes, as well as many other curriculum and co-curricular activities.

Our College is a non-stop collaboration between students, staff, parents and the wider community, this allows for exciting projects and new initiatives on a daily basis.

Watch this space!

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CHRISTMAS GIFT GUIDE THE PRODUCTS TOPPING OUR #WANT LIST THIS CHRISTMAS

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Stop puzzling over the perfect personalised gift! These high quality wooden jigsaw puzzles from Stuck on You come in 21 exquisite designs, with something to suit every personality! These beautiful wooden puzzles look fabulous in any playroom or nursery and will become a timeless keepsake for years to come. $24.95 stuckonyou.com.au

These stackable architectural building blocks from Areaware will inspire kids to build the world they want to see. Cantilever and nest hexagonal blocks to create towers, cities and dwelling. Add cute little pavilion and garden terraces! A great set for fine motor skill development, creativity and STEM development, for ages 6+. $39.95 rainbowfun.com.au

COLOUR IN PLAY HOUSE SOLAR FAIRY TREE HOUSE The ultimate abode for a woodland themed fairy garden, this solar two-storey tree house is the perfect gift!

This magical fairy home features a fabulous winding staircase at the front and a luscious leafy roof top. It comes with a free personalised property deed and a mini magical key! $72.00 gardensparkle.com.au

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These eco-friendly cardboard playhouses are open-ended and child-driven play at its best!

Kids can colour, draw, paint, stick and pretend play, creating endless possibilities for unstructured play, nurturing creativity and imaginations, along with social interaction and cooperation skills. Made from 100% recycled materials, this cardboard toy completely avoids landfill throughout its entire life. $75 bodey.com.au

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The world’s most popular record book is back with thousands of new categories and newly broken records! Brand new for the 2019 edition, the spotlight is on the journey behind the record and what it takes to be Officially Amazing.

Packed full of new and updated records, the best-selling annual showcases a huge array of talent whose dreams from the last year have come a reality. RRP: $44.99 (Hardback)

This jolly Roly Poly Koala loves being pushed, pulled or knocked over — always bobbing up for more fun. Koala’s rounded, weighted bottom will always spin him back upright for more play. Perfect for babies and young toddlers, Roly Poly Koala encourages curiosity and discovery, whilst helping to develop fine motor skills. $29.95 Evolve Peregian Beach

GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS: GAMER’S EDITION Also released for Christmas from the Guinness World Records range is the Guinness World Records: Gamer’s Edition, which is bursting with amazing records, remarkable feats and marvellous achievements from the vast world of gaming.

RRP: $22.99 (Paperback)

We have a bunch of Guinness World Records 2019, and Guinness World Records: Gamer’s Edition to giveaway! Just jump to our website to go into the draw kidsonthecoast.com.au / kidsonthecity.com.au

WALLY THE WATERMELON Wally the Watermelon from Oli & Carol is a chewable fruit-shaped toy for sensory play, teething and bath time.

Soft and easy to hold by babies’ hands.

This toy is designed with no holes so when they’re floating about, no bacteria or mould is created! $29.95 thecleancollective.com

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Tuesday 13th November 2018 9:15am-10:30am

With impressive facilities across Junior, Middle and Senior Schools, students grow through a diverse learning program and caring environment.

We invite you to attend our Principal’s Tour to hear Mr Geoff van der Vliet speak about how we provide SECURITY, SUPPORT and SUCCESS for every student.

Included is a tour of our facilities followed by morning tea with staff in our cafe.

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DOUBLE POCKET WET BAGS Little Strawberries Double Pocket Wet Bags make the perfect gift for a new parent. Made from water and stain resistant PUL material, they are ideal for swimming lessons, laundry, toiletries and toys. The two individual pockets help with organisation and to separate wet and dry belongings. A gift that ticks all the boxes – useful, reusable, sustainable and affordable. $15 littlestrawberries.com.au

AMAZON TOUCAN STRIPE TEE REUSABLE CLOTH SWIM NAPPY With a waterproof layer on the outside and a snug fit, these super-cute nappies from Cottontail are size adjustable fitting babies from three months to two years old.

Available in many different styles, colours, and prints, they can be washed and reused all season! Kids on Coast Xmas Gift Special Price at 2 for $25 cottontailservice.com.au

Be tropi-cool this summer with this 100% cotton crew neck t-shirt from Milkshake. Perfect paired with boardies, or dress shorts for a special occasion. $19.95 myer.com.au

BLING2O GOGGLES The must-have summer swim accessories, Bling2o are all about fun!

From sprinkle and lashes to camouflage and dinosaurs, there’s a design for every kid. $29.95 Evolve Peregian Beach

PERSONALISED ART

Show your love and tell a story by bringing together figurines to create a meaningful gift. Figured Out Families offer personalised figurines, framed families, larger wall art and decorations. There’s something for everyone – the perfect gift for those ‘hard to buy for’ people!

Designed and made on the Sunshine Coast, ‘from our family to yours’.

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MOANA RASHIE Live and breathe the ocean and all things Hawaiian this summer with this gorgeous long-sleeved rashie from Kaisea. The range is 100% designed and hand-made on the Gold Coast. $89.99 kaiseaswimwear.com Also available instore at Finn and Lulu Toys, Maroochydore N O V E M B E R / D E C E M B E R 2018

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TRIKE TOTS Outgrowing their beginner ride-on but still too small for a bike?

Trike Tots bridge the gap and are suitable for kids aged 2 to 5 years. $49.95 buythepallet.com.au

PINEAPPLE SURF RIDER With dual air chambers and grip handles, this Pineapple Surf Rider from SunnyLife will have you catching waves in style. $24.95 sunnylife.com.au Also available instore at Finn and Lulu Toys, Maroochydore

THE NINJA This ‘Ninja’ set from Funky Monkey Bars gives kids the opportunity to take on the Ninja challenge in their own backyard. Made from galvanised steel, Funky Monkey Bars is multi-purpose modular play equipment suitable for young and old that brings back the fun and resilience that comes from active outdoor play. $3,455 www.funkymonkeybars.com

CLASSIC CUBBY HOUSE SPRINGFREE TRAMPOLINE Get the kids outside and active with a Springfree Trampoline – the world’s safest trampoline. Springfree trampolines are built with safety in mind and use the highest quality materials, backed by a full 10-year warranty on the entire trampoline, so parents can have peace of mind while the kids enjoy their Springfree for years to come. Secure your December delivery and installation for Christmas when you purchase a Springfree Trampoline today! From $999 springfree.com.au

Perfect for the Australian climate and built to last, this gorgeous cubby house from My Cubby is every kid’s ultimate play space!

There is the option to elevate the cubbies so you can include slides, rockwalls and other accessories to create the most awesome cubby ever! $2,495 mycubby.com.au

TABLE TOTS This reversible table doubles as a regular table; flip the table top over and it becomes an activity table with divisions for sand and water play. Both products available in three colour combinations. $69.95 buythepallet.com.au

Win a Springfree Compact Round Trampoline + Australia-wide Delivery and Installation*! Valued up to $1,344. Just head to our website to go into the draw: kidsonthecoast.com.au or kidsinthecity.com.au *Installation only available within Springfree installation zones

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GREAT SUMMER READS Though the long summer break is the perfect opportunity for kids to switch off and get outdoors, it’s also critical for them to keep up their reading skills. Thankfully, there’s nothing nicer on a summer’s afternoon than settling in the shade and escaping into the pages of a good book.

And there are some amazing books available this summer to keep kids entertained.

PINK IS FOR BOYS

BY ROBB PEARLMAN

FAIRY TALES FOR FEIST Y GIRLS

BY SUSANNAH MCFARLANE

Pink is for boys, and girls, and everyone! This picture book reframes the blue/pink gender stereotypes and empowers kids, and their grown-ups, to express themselves in every colour of the rainbow.

Girls can rescue themselves! Watch Rapunzel, Little Red Riding Hood, Cinderella and Thumbelina create their own happily ever afters in this beautiful and emboldening bedtime book.

DO NOT LICK THIS BOOK

BY IDAN BEN-BARAK

THE LOST BOOKS: THE SCROLL OF KINGS. BY SARAH PRINEAS

Take Min the microbe on an adventure to amazing places she’s never seen before – the icy glaciers of your tooth, or the twisted jungle of your shirt. The perfect book for taking a closer look at the world.

The powerful Lost Books at the palace library are infecting the rest with an evil magic, and two unlikely friends must figure out who, or what, is controlling the books and their power.

SQUARE

BY MAC BARNETT

THE BIG BOOK OF THE BLUE

BY YUVAL ZOMMER

The second in the innovative Shape trilogy, this book is about Square and Square’s friend Circle.

Understated yet striking, Square nudges readers toward a more well-rounded way of looking at things.

This book has everything for the young oceanographer. Explore the underwater world, learning about some of the slipperiest, scaliest and strangest underwater animals.

WE DON’T EAT OUR CL ASSMATES

BY RYAN T. HIGGINS

THE BOOK OF COMPARISONS

BY CLIVE GIFFORD

It’s the first day of school for Penelope Rex, and she can’t wait to meet her classmates. But it’s hard to make human friends when they’re so darn delicious!

Until she gets a dose of her own medicine.

This exciting picture book for curious kids measures and compares a huge variety of different subjects.

Absorbing and entertaining, you’ll never look at the world in the same way again.

GOING TO THE VOLCANO

BY ANDY STANTON

THE GIANT BOOK OF SPOT WHAT!

BY NICK BRYANT

Join two intrepid explorers as they take a train-o, jump on a plane-o, ride a Great Dane-o (down the lane-o) on their way to look at the volcano. Nothing could possibly go wrong – could it?!

A fun picture hunt book with 2,000 things to spot!

From cotton reels and ladybugs, to paintbrushes and pins and plugs. With travel games to test your luck, and answers in case you get stuck.

STORIES FOR BOYS WHO DARE TO BE DIFFERENT. BY BEN BROOKS

YOU ARE AWESOME

BY MATTHEW SYED

This is a beautiful and inspiring collection of stories about boys who changed the world without killing a single dragon or saving a single princess. Perfect for any child who might feel different from the pack.

Using examples of successful people, this positive and empowering guide will help children build resilience, find the confidence to fulfil their potential, and become happy, awesome adults.

GOOD NIGHT STORIES FOR REBEL GIRLS. BY ELENA FAVILLI

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BY TURIA PITT

The tales of 100 remarkable women and their lives.

From Marie Curie to Malala, Ada Lovelace to Zaha Hadid, this book brings together the stories of scientists, artists, politicians, pirates and spies.

Telling the story of Turia's life before and after the fire, this young adult edition of Turia Pitt’s bestselling book Unmasked is unflinchingly honest and completely inspirational.

A simple way to keep kids reading during the summer break is the Sunshine Coast Libraries Summer Reading Club. Kids can register online, read or listen to five titles, submit a reading log and go in to draw to win a prize pack of their choice. Open from 1 December and running throughout the school holidays.

All details will be on the library website mid-November. library.sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au

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Toy Appeal Donate a Christmas gift to the 2018 Sunshine Coast Toy Run & make a real difference to a local family in need this Christmas.

Extended Trading Hours Shop when it suits you this Christmas with extended trading hours from Monday 17 December.

Date: Saturday 17 November – Saturday 1 December Where: Giving Tree, located near the Customer Service Desk (near JB Hi-Fi)

Visit kawanashoppingworld.com.au for more information.

Gift Wrapping

Santa Photography

Have your gifts beautifully wrapped in a choice of designs for just a gold coin donation per gift to Kawana Surf Life Saving Club.

Visit Santa at Kawana Shoppingworld & let him know what's on your wishlist this Christmas.

Date: Monday 3 – Monday 24 December Time: As per the centre trading hours

PLUS Pet Photos & Sessions for children with special needs available.

Every child who visits Santa will receive a FREE gift.

Visit kawanashoppingworld.com.au for more information.

Santa's Arrival Parade Join The GrinchTM, Thing 1TM, Thing 2TM & Santa as they all arrive at Kawana Shoppingworld to celebrate the magic of Christmas.

Date: Saturday 17 November Time: 10am Where: Starting near the food court

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Underpinned by the principals of Reggio Emelia, the children are participants of a self-guided curriculum. The learning areas allow children to expand their ability to think, reflect and play as their environment is filled with natural light, has a calm ambience and readily available creative learning resources.

The teaching teams empower the children to use routines to move through their day. Children embrace making decisions about their daily schedule, meeting their personal needs and identifying their own thinking and learning. The children are encouraged to inquire and investigate, recognise ideas and record their findings.

The young learners also identify challenges, celebrate successes, share projects, locate resources, collaborate, brainstorm and co-construct their learning. Uninterrupted periods of play provide children with the opportunity to problem solve and further investigate an inquiry from beginning to end.

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the woodlands, access to a mud kitchen, a climbing tree and an amazing fruit and vegetable garden. When children interact and become aware of sustainable practises they become environmentally responsible citizens.

As children develop beautiful interpersonal relationships with each other, having rich conversations and articulating their thoughts, teachers collect these keepsakes that record a child’s learning journey for their families to enjoy.

The children and teachers devote their days to exploring and investigating the thoughtful and purposeful learning contexts, where curiosity always leads to discovery.

Prep to Year Two

Refurbished flexible spaces support the personalisation of learning Using the flexible space of the ELC, Pacific Lutheran College aims to provide a personalised learning program for all students. Personalised learning is a term used to describe the tailoring of a student’s learning to match their learning needs and to support the development of their personal passions and interests.

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This can happen through individual programming, small group work or by working in a flexible way with a whole group.

Entry points can be designed by teachers, support staff or by the student themselves.

Personalised learning is not about students meandering their way through an aimless curriculum. It is about rigorous structures with high learning expectations supported by high levels of monitoring and intervention within a range of flexible learning environments.

Extensive research over recent years has shown that a personalised learning environment significantly improves student learning outcomes.

The Prep and Year 1 classroom refurbishment has been designed to support such learning opportunities with flexible use of the classroom space. Large, small, circular, semicircular, individual and group work tables allow students to work in a range of ways and to maximise floor space. Lounges, beanbags and cushions provide students with a choice of working environments and promote collaboration.

Classroom learning resources have been organised across the Prep and Year 1 classrooms to allow students immediate

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access to the learning materials that they need generating creativity and problem solving.

The computer network allows students continual access to computers either individually, in small groups or class, depending on need.

Students’ voices are heard through individual conferences and class meetings.

Class meetings are an opportunity for all students to share an equal voice. When a topic reaches a class meeting all interested students can have their say.

This step towards personalising learning is to achieve the learning outcomes set in the Australian Curriculum with deep conceptual understandings and to also develop students’ communication, collaboration, critical thinking, creativity and social and emotional skills.

A thirst for learning, an understanding of the learning process and connections to the ‘real world’ are powerful outcomes for all students who can make sense of their learning, achieve success and be optimistic about their future as learners.

Sue Zweck, Head of Teaching and Learning K-5, Pacific Lutheran College

Research has shown a personalised learning environment significantly improves student learning outcomes.

Vienna and Mia Year 1 twins, Vienna and Mia adore the learning centres within their classroom. In Term 3, each day they have learnt about Australia and have had the chance to gain real-life experience to underpin their theoretical understanding. Mia and Vienna creatively play with the ‘Travel Agency’ that showcases towns and cities within Australia and background information. The girls also enjoy role playing in the tent that is adequately filled with pertinent utensils and belongings required to survive in Australian landscapes.

There are also other subjects focused on within their classroom, marked as designated learning centres. Mia said she enjoys the mini-library of books about Australia and Vienna likes English learning centres. Mrs Stiller, Year 1 teacher, explained, “Children are encouraged to self-learn, to be able to research and find what they need within the classroom, to enhance their learning.”

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Your child will be loved, valued and respected by a mix of mature and younger carers all of whom have a genuine love of early learning.

Learning.

Our Little Learners have direct access to the many facilities of big school! Our extensive library, sporting facilities, computer lab and veggie patch to name a few.

Adventure.

Pioneered by Suncoast Little Learners, Bush Kindy is an innovative program where our Little Learners explore the bush, squelch in the mud, chase lizards, build cubbie houses and create pretend fireplaces.

SPOTS AVAILABLE IN PRE-KINDY

Enquiries: Janelle Appo on 5451 3600 Suncoast Christian College, Cnr Schubert & Kiels Mtn Road, Woombye

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NOVOTEL, T W I N WAT E R S R E S O R T, SUNSHINE COAST

Kidz Cove at the Novatel hosts a range of themed sessions with activities to keep kids ages 2–12 busy, including beach activities, Nintendo Game Cube, face painting, a variety of craft, cooking and creative sessions, popcorn and movie nights, disco and party nights. There is also entertainment available for older children with an on-site games room that includes several coin machines, air hockey and pool tables. The resort also has an aqua fun park, fish feeding, sailing lessons, and trampolining. novoteltwinwatersresort.com.au

SEA WORLD

Kids can escape for some fun at the Sea World Resort Kids Club with specially designed SpongeBob SquarePants and Dora the Explorer activities and programs that they will love. With the latest XBox 360 games, a kids movie theatre regularly screening children’s movies and a host of fun and fabulous games and activities like face-painting, arts and craft and team sports, the kids club gives parents a chance for some time out to either enjoy a drink at the bar or head out of for a date night.

Operates from 5.30pm to 9.30pm and is available for children ages 4–12 years old.

Fees apply. seaworld.com.au

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With a heated pool, 14-metre waterslide, kangaroo jumper, nine-hole mini golf course, two tennis courts and a shaded playground, the kids can wear themselves out and then the whole family can settle back for a big screen movie at the outdoor theatre. The kids club runs during school holidays, as well as pancake breakfasts, treasure hunts and sausage sizzles. big4.com.au/caravan-parks/qld/sunshinecoast/forest-glen-holiday-park

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Paradise Resort is truly a kid’s utopia, where you’ll find an abundance of activities for kids ages 0–12, including an ice-skating rink, giant kid’s waterpark and the Zone 4 Kids Club (Z4K). Z4K is a mini fun park with themed play spaces: Astro’s Space Station with pedal-powered buggies; the Magic Garden with its colourful ball pit; and Under Water World with slides and submarines. Many accommodation packages include one complimentary session at Z4K every day. The 0–2-year olds are cared for in a separate crèche area with age appropriate activities. paradiseresort.com.au

H A M I LT O N I S L A N D

With a range of family-friendly activities available on the island, you might not feel like you need the kids club. But if you fancy a little adult time on your family holiday, either to enjoy a quiet drink or head out for lunch, the Clownfish Club has a range of fun and exciting activities, so you know your kids are having a great day too. Catering for kids ages 0–14, there are morning, afternoon or full-day sessions available, as well as a babysitting service. hamiltonisland.com.au

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The popular Junior Eco Rangers program at Kingfisher Bay Resort is available for kids aged 5–14. Running during school holidays, the program combines fun with interactive wildlife experiences to create a greater connection to the environment of Fraser Island. Activities include: beach games, fishing frenzy, scavenger hunt, craft and activities, bush walks, a campfire with stories, songs, and marshmallows, marine life by night, stargazing, movie nights, night walk adventures. The program is offered in two sessions: morning 10.00am– 12.30pm with lunch included, and evening 6.00pm–8.30pm with dinner included. So, you can relax at the resort and enjoy a little adult time knowing your kids are having fun on their own eco adventure! kingfisherbay.com

L ADY ELLIOT ISL AND ECO RESORT

The Junior Reef Rangers Program runs during school holidays for children aged from 5–12 years. The two-hour sessions give kids the opportunity to learn about sustainability, the natural world and conservation, whilst being involved in fun indoor and outdoor activities. As well as the Ranger Program, there is a children’s playground on the island and plenty of family activities such as glass bottom boat tours and turtle tours during turtle season.

There is also a babysitting service available.

Lady Elliot Island is a small eco-resort with no TVs in the rooms and no Wi-Fi, so it’s a genuine chance to switch off and reconnect with the fam-bam. ladyelliot.com.au

BIG4 CAIRNS COCONUT

This peaceful tropical paradise is set amongst beautifully landscaped grounds, and offers a great range of facilities and activities for the whole family. Kick back and relax as kids explore the adventure playground, jumping pillows and splash and play water park. If that’s not enough, there is a large bike track for bikes and scooters, a basketball hoop, tennis court, giant chess, mini golf and more. After all that energy is burnt off, why not gather the family together for an open air movie. ingeniaholidays.com.au/cairns-coconut

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Big4 Sunshine Resort has stacks to keep kids entertained! Start at the undercover jumping pillow and playground, challenge Mum and Dad to a game at Sharkeys Putt Putt, then get your togs on for splashy fun on the Golden Rose at Shipwreck Island Water Park. There are also go-karts and canoes for hire, a games and movie room, toddler pool, and trampoline tiny town. Big4 Sunshine Resort also offers a Kids Club during school holidays, with tie-dye, making superhero capes, ninja warrior and pirate games galore! big4.com.au/caravan-parks/nsw/northcoast/sunshine-resort-south-west-rocks

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This ultra-luxury conservation-based resort in the Greater Blue Mountains World Heritage Area offers a range of nature-based activities for kids staying at the resort through their Junior Rangers Program. Activity themes include bush survival, Australian animals, fossil hunting, adventure hikes, bugs and insects, water worlds, orienteering and archery. The resort also offers children’s horse riding. oneandonlyresorts.com/one-and-onlywolgan-valley-australia

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Creative play spaces and exceptional resources designed to enhance a love of learning and fun Embedded programs in sustainability, music, dancing, art and multiculture High focus on developing children’s life and self help skills Kindergarten programs run by 4 Year Qualified Early Childhood Teachers Specialist soccer and yoga classes included for all Kindergarten Children

• Heated pool & spa • Waterslide • Indoor cinema • Playground • BBQ’s

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Located in the beautiful NSW South Coast, NRMA Merimbula Beach Holiday Resortoffers a range of activities for the kids, including a giant jumping pillow, Whale’s Tail Waterpark, games room with table tennis and pool table, children’s playground, children’s wading pool and water fountain, and full-size tennis court.

There are also balance bikes and go-karts for hire and a kids club with activities and entertainment. nrmaparksandresorts.com.au/merimbula-beach

BIG 4 BEACHL ANDS H O L I D AY PA R K , WA

BIG4 Beachlands is the perfect place to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday and get back to the simple things in life.

And there is so much to do, kids won’t want to leave! Activities include the new

NEOS 360 Playzone, Splash and Play Zone with heated pool, toddler pool and water playground, giant jumping pillow, TV and DVD room, playground, table tennis, and kids’ summer holiday activities. There are also bikes and pedal karts for hire. beachlands.com.au

M A N D A L AY H O L I D AY R E S O R T, WA

Located opposite the gorgeous white sands of Bussleton Beach, Mandalay Holiday Resort has everything you need for a family break. To keep the kids entertained there is a heated pool with shallow beach, large rainbow waterslide, games room, pool table, table tennis, four adventure playgrounds, giant jumping pillow, bike hire, as well as plenty of school holiday entertainment. There are also family movies screened in the evenings. mandalayresort.com.au

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• Cherubs 16 months – 2.5 years • Mummy and Me 2.5 years – 3.5 years • Kinderballet 3 years – 5 years • Next Steps 5 years – 9 years • Babies Jazz and Cheer 3 years – 5 years • Junior Jazz and Cheer 5 years – 9 years Warana, Maroochydore & Peregian Beach NEW in 2019 - CALOUNDRA

Fun & imaginative classes • No uniforms/costumes to make or buy Limited class sizes • Affordably priced • Make-up classes available NO ENROLMENT FEE

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All kids dream of sliding down a giant rainbow!

W H AT T O L O O K F O R IN A NANNY SERVICE ✓ Ask who is coming and what their experience and qualifications are. ✓ Ask if you can meet them first. ✓ Compile a list of things your child can/can’t do, including any allergies. ✓ Have a plan in place so the nanny can get in touch with you. ✓ Check your insurance policy before leaving kids with a nanny or kids’ club.

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Offering everything you want from an island escape and so much more, Castaway Island is a little slice of paradise for families. With an impeccable nanny service and amazing kids club offering a range of activities with a Fijian flavour, there is plenty to keep the kids entertained. Whilst the kids are happily taken care of, why not dine barefoot in the sand at the award-winning Restaurant 1808, or take advantage of one of the many spa treatments? Or simply sit in a hammock outside your beachside bure and watch the waves lap the beach. As well as the kids club, there is a gorgeous family-friendly sparkling freshwater pool, snorkelling available straight off the beach and a great selection of water activities available for the whole family. castawayfiji.com

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This five-star resort offers families everything they need for a relaxing holiday.

The kids club offers a range of activities to keep little ones happy such as arts and crafts, mobile making, TV and movies, Camp Safari and water games. As well as the kids club, there is a children’s pool with water slide, cliff jumping platform for younger guests, water sports, tennis court, water park, and babysitting service. centarahotelsresorts.com/centaragrand/cpbr/

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Aunty’s House, at Aulani, A Disney Resort & Spa is a supervised activities club for guests ages 3 to 12. Each day, kids have the opportunity to channel their inner superhero, explore the galaxy, celebrate the islands of Hawai’i and so much more with games, activities and arts and crafts... all with a dash of Disney magic! disneyaulani.com

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C L U B M E D, B A L I

Well known as one of the best Kids Club providers across the globe, Club Med Bali does not disappoint. Split into age groups: Baby Club Med (4–23 months), Petit Club Med (2–3 years), Mini Club Med (4–10 years), and Junior Club Med (11–17 years), each group has its own fun range of age-appropriate activities to keep kids entertained. From arts and crafts and meeting new friends for the little ones, to outdoor activities, creative play, teen disco and even a flying trapeze, there are endless adventures to be had. clubmed.com.au/r/Bali/y

✓ Check age limits and how they manage different age groups – if you have more than one child they may end up in separate groups. ✓ Make sure all carers have undergone appropriate safety and background checks and have experience in childcare. ✓ Check carers are qualified in first aid and CPR. ✓ Check ratio of kids to carers and ensure that kids are supervised by more than one carer. ✓ Check that children are in a safe environment and can’t wander away if someone isn’t watching. ✓ Make sure there is a sign-in system where children can only be signed in and out by the parent or guardian. ✓ If your children are doing water activities, check on their safety procedures. If you aren’t comfortable with your child doing water activities, request alternative activities. ✓ Ensure any pools have fences. ✓ Check it is clean and hygienic. ✓ Check the carers are engaged with the children and kids aren’t simply parked in front of the TV. ✓ Alert the staff to any allergies or needs your child might have. ✓ Request to see the resort’s child protection policy.

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The beautiful location lends itself perfectly to a wide variety of themes. Little pirates can build rafts to sail the creek, fairies and princesses can build flower crowns and junior wildlife warriors can explore the forest together. Wildlings parties offer various options for children from pre-school to high school age to have fun outdoors, learning new life skills along the way. Younger kids can build cubbies or dig for fossils. Older children can enjoy a fire and bush cooking lesson or crystal jewellery and crafts. There are also options to create something special to take home. Mini native bee hotel, anyone?

In the forest there is also a swing in a beautiful old tree, a balancing beam and natural slides along the track, allowing children to get in touch with nature.

With sunlight sparkling through the gently falling leaves, and a soundtrack of birdsong, laughter and trickling water, this is a world away from the chaos of flashing lights and fast food that typify parties today.

And creating a stunning sustainable birthday party is easy! Because an amazing group of Sunshine Coast mumpreneurs are available to create beautiful decorations, one-of-a-kind gifts and nourishing, delicious menus – a great choice for busy parents.

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Use cushions and rugs to create inviting spaces for party games.

SETTING THE SCENE Creating a healthy, sustainable nature party is all about embracing your surroundings. Natural colours and pastel shades work best. A flower arrangement brings a special feel to the table – choose blooms that match the theme and shades of your party. Add texture and interest with plumes of grasses or twigs.

Flags and wreathes strung between the trees with an assortment of rugs and cushions below create inviting play spaces for games. Spaces for make-believe can be created, with dress-up costumes, natural face-paint and hair chalk.

The great thing about a party like this is the flexibility. If you want to go all out there are fantastic local suppliers of sustainable, ecofriendly party products. But, if you like to keep things simple – this is perfect too. The venue is already beautiful and the team at Wildlings will keep the kids entertained. Perfect!

K I D S O N T H E C O A S T.C O M . A U • K I D S I N T H E C I T Y.C O M . A U

PA R T Y A world away from the chaos of flashing lights and fast food that typify parties today.

PLANNING ESSENTIALS • Wildlings birthday parties are held at your choice of venue: Petrie Creek, Pt Cartwright rockpools, or Maroochy Botanic Gardens, with access and amenities varying by venue.

• Access to Petrie Creek is approximately 200m walk from the PCYC carpark, where parking, toilets, tables and drinking water are located.

• You may bring your own decorations, food, drink, chairs and tables. A pram or cart can be useful for this for transporting items to the party site.

• Activities are held on a big round mat on the ground.

• As this is an outdoor-based setting, clothing may get dirty.

APRICOT AND CASHEW BITES INGREDIENTS

1 cup organic dried apricots (roughly chopped) 1 cup raw/activated and dried cashews 1 cup organic desiccated coconut ¼ cup coconut oil Optional: Pure Vanilla METHOD

• Place all ingredients in the food processor and blitz until the mixture is crumbly.

• Spoon into moulds and press down firmly with the back of a spoon to compact.

• Place in the fridge for a couple of hours to solidify then remove from the moulds and serve.

NOTES

• Small silicon moulds such as mini pattycake moulds are ideal. The mixture can also be rolled into balls or logs.

• Keep cool until serving.

Recipe supplied by Primal Influence

PA R T Y

STOCKISTS WILDLINGS FOREST SCHOOL Nature playgroups, kindy, holiday programs, birthday parties 0407 768 687/0432 874 068 hello@wildlingsforestschool.com www.wildlingsforestschool.com facebook: wildlingsforestschoolau MADELINE V PHOTOGRAPHY Photography 0419 823 575 madelinevphotography@gmail.com www.madelinevphotography.com facebook: photographerSunshineCoast A RUSTIC BEACH HOUSE Interior Design, Event & Photoshoot styling 0408 466 292 lalaluxedesigns@hotmail.com

Aromatherapy playdough is simple to make and a lovely gift to take home.

CULTURED BABY Fermented foods recipes and workshops 0401525659 hello@culturedbaby.com.au www.culturedbaby.com.au facebook: culturedbaby PRIMAL INFLUENCE Health, fitness, food coaching, natural movement 0433 079 686 info@primalinfluence.com www.primalinfluence.com/kids facebook: primalinfluencekids

FLOWER CROWN

3 SEEDS Naturally dyed aromatherapy playdough chiboust6@gmail.com

Scissors or snips Floral tape Floral/flexi wire or vines. Cat’s claw works well. Leave the leaves on for a fuller looking crown.

A variety of flowers with stems.

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MATERIALS

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• Measure your head by wrapping the vine around your head twice, leaving a minimum of 10cm extra at each end for tying off. Wrap the vine under and over itself to create a simple, tight weave.

• Use the floral tape to stick the ends down.

• This is the fun part! Choose your flowers and decorate your crown!

Poke the stems of your flowers through the gaps in your weave and stick them down with floral tape.

Activity provided by Wildlings Forest School, flower crowns for this shoot provided by Flower Bomb.

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THE PAPERBARK DIARIES Copywriting, editing, product and venue photography – bringing your authentic brand story to life!

0423 050 464 litchifamily@outlook.com facebook: paperbarkdiaries SUNDAY THREADS NOOSA Kids clothing 0404 796 115 meyklifestyle@gmail.com www.sundaythreads.com.au facebook: sundaythreadsnoosa ASHA & JANE CO Laser cutting studio 0417 291 746 info@ashajaneco.com www.ashajaneco.com facebook: ashajaneco

LITTLE HIMALAYAN Handprinted Tibetan Wish Horse Flags 0400 544 825 littlehimalayan@yahoo.com www.littlehimalayan.etsy.com facebook: littlehimalayan LITTLE LARK Wooden Horse Swing Set info@ecotribe.com www.ecotribe.com facebook: Little Larks LITTLE CLAN WILD Handcrafted jewellery & accessories for your Wildlings!

0474 173 770 hello@littleclanwild.com.au www.littleclanwild.com.au facebook: littleclanwild NO NASTIES Natural make-up, facepaint and hair chalk info@nonastiesmakeup.com.au www.nonastieskids.com.au facebook: nonastiesmakeup FLOWER BOMB Fresh market bunches delivered across the Sunshine Coast, indoor plant delivery and events 0401 283 243 flowerbombsunshinecoast@gmail.com www.flowerbomb.com.au facebook: flowerbombsunshinecoast TALULAH & BELLE Boutique childrens’ clothing talulahandbelle@hotmail.com www.talulahandbelle.com facebook: talulahandbelle LITTLE MACKIE Timber dolls beds, furniture, bedding and more hello@littlemackie.com.au www.littlemackie.com.au facebook: Little Mackie RHYTHM CULTURE African drumming, dancing and culture 0434 585 992 info@rhythmculture.com.au www.rhythmculture.com.au facebook: Rhythm Culture KEELY TYLER-DOWD Face painting keelytd@live.com.au www.keelytylerdowd.com/facepainting EMONDO KIDS Bamboo Dinnerware for fussy eaters, ethically made with love 0450 762 280 info@emondokids.com.au www.emondokids.com.au facebook: emondoau

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Studies have shown that young children can ask between 25-50 questions an hour before they enter Prep. The research from psychologist and author and lecturer, Susan Engel, has also shown that this decreases to two questions an hour in less engaging Prep environments. As we prepare children for school, one of the greatest tools we can equip children with is the ability to ask questions, and let curiosity fuel their learning.

At Sunshine Coast Grammar School, our research based Early Years program, nurtures a learning environment where questioning and wondering is celebrated, and curiosity flourishes.

Curious about a Grammar Prep education? Book a tour.

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DOES YOUR BABY FAVOUR LOOKING TO ONE SIDE OR HAVE A FLAT HEAD? Babies can be born with a flat or misshapen head.

Most flat heads develop as babies either favour one side or are always lying on their backs.

Favouring one side can lead to: • a stiff sore neck • disliking tummy time or sitting • being on their back, or looking to one side more often.

This constant pressure on one side of the skull may cause it be become misshapen.

We identify musculoskeletal problems as a result of the birth process and correct them using techniques tailored to your baby.

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Your pregnancy questions…

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The amount of health information available to pregnant women today can be overwhelming. We chat to Dr George Bogiatzis, leading gynaecologist, obstetrician and fertility specialist on the Sunshine Coast, to get his answers to the most common pregnancy questions.

CAN YOU DEMYSTIF Y WHAT FOODS ARE BAD DURING PREGNANCY? Listeria is a bacteria commonly found in foods and can be very dangerous in pregnancy. Listeria can be found in foods such as soft cheeses, pâté, raw meats and fish, oysters, pre-packed salads, raw or partly cooked eggs and soft serve ice cream.

Patients often ask about seafood, these are all fine in moderation if you know they are well cooked and fresh. Fish with high mercury levels such as shark (flake), billfish (swordfish), catfish and orange roughie must be limited. One myth is that peanuts and diary should be avoided in pregnancy due to risk of allergies for babies. This is untrue and not based on available medical evidence.

Patients should aim for a healthy balanced diet and completely avoid alcohol during and after pregnancy if they are breastfeeding.

WHAT IS A NORMAL AMOUNT OF WEIGHT TO GAIN DURING PREGNANCY? Generally, a woman with a healthy weight range (BMI 18.5–24.9) can expect to gain between 10–16kg. Weight gain is distributed to different parts of a women’s changing body. For example, at full term (40 weeks), the weight of the baby may be 3.5–4kg, placenta 0.5–1kg, breast 0.5–1kg, and extra body fluid 2kg. Excess weight gain K I D S O N T H E C O A S T.C O M . A U • K I D S I N T H E C I T Y.C O M . A U

is something I do monitor during pregnancy because it can increase the risk of developing diabetes in pregnancy, high blood pressure and complications during birth. I encourage patients to maintain a healthy lifestyle with a good diet and exercise. Pregnant women can exercise for the duration of their pregnancy and can help reduce some common symptoms of pregnancy such as backache and bloating/swelling. Also, it will often help maintain a healthy appetite and sleep patterns. Putting your feet up and having a ‘Nana Nap’ is also recommended in my healthy lifestyle recommendations.

Pregnancy Weight Gain Distribution:

THERE IS A LOT OF TALK IN GENETIC TESTING DURING P R EG N A N C Y, WH AT A N D WH E N DO YOU RECOMMEND TO YOUR PATIENTS? Medicine and science are changing rapidly.

There are numerous tests available to enable the diagnosis of genetic diseases. Many of these are now non-invasive-meaning they can be confirmed with a single blood test, rather than the invasive tests previously used. As well, there is now a major push towards screening all women, and their partners, for diseases such as Cystic Fibrosis, Fragile X syndrome and Spinal Muscular Atrophy (three of the most common inheritable disorders), prior to conception.

I suggest, when and what should be tested

is an individual discussion with your obstetrician.

BLOOD VOLUME 1 -2 K G EXTRA BODY FLUIDS 2KG

ENERGY STORES 3-4KG

BREASTS 0 . 5 -1 K G P L A C E N TA 0 . 5 -1 K G AMNIOTIC FLUID 1 KG BABY 3.5-4KG UTERUS 1.5 KG

WHAT ADVICE DO YOU GIVE PATIENTS REGARDING M E N TA L H E A LT H? Patients can sometimes underestimate mental health changes during and after pregnancy. I always advise women not to be too hard on themselves and that things may not always go according to plan. Often, it’s about adapting to unexpected circumstances.

Women can be very critical of themselves.

Setting realistic expectations and asking for help is very important. Managing stress levels and reducing work commitments may be the answer to ensuring a healthy and fulfilling pregnancy and birth.

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For many kids with sensory challenges, a visit to see Santa is too overwhelming.

Waiting in line with crowds, the pressure of time and the noise of people walking around can be too much for many special needs children.

This year, the annual photo with Santa will be less stressful for families with special needs children, thanks to an initiative running at Kawana Shoppingworld.

The Sensory Santa sessions are purposely designed for those with sensitive needs.

They allow children a one-on-one 15-minute session with Santa, outside of core centre trading hours, with lights dimmed and music

What to expect:

turned down to prevent a sensory overload.

Santa’s helpers are also provided with the child’s name and any special needs prior to each family’s arrival to ensure that any special requests are met.

The centre has been running the initiative since 2016 and it’s been overwhelmingly popular with local families.

• LIGHTS DIMMED • MUSIC TURNED DOWN • DONE OUTSIDE CORE TRADING HOURS THERE’S NO CROWDS • ONE-ON-ONE 15-MINUTE SESSION WITH SANTA

BOOKINGS: Sensory Santa will be offered on selected dates in November and December throughout the Christmas season. Bookings can be made by calling 07 5444 1944. kawanashoppingworld.com.au

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CHRISTMAS CRANBERRY CHICKEN Don’t let cooking dinner get in the way of all the fun on Christmas day! This fresh Australian Christmas salad is perfect for busy families, with easy options for all ages. Plus, with the luxury of cooking ahead, you’ll have more time for what’s important. Prosecco, anyone?

INGREDIENTS

6 free-range chicken thighs 2 large sweet potatoes 300 grams of mixed salad greens 1 cup fresh kale, very finely shredded ¼ cup fresh snow pea sprouts, roughly shredded 1 carrot, grated ½ raw beetroot, peeled and finely grated 2 tablespoons olive oil 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar 2 tablespoons raw honey 1 fresh lime, cut in half, juice and zest of ¼ cup cranberries, soaked for an hour in water 500 mls of bone broth (or chicken stock) 200 grams cherry tomatoes, halved ¼ cup fresh cherries, if available ¼ cup peppita seeds, (optional)

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METHOD

• Cook the chicken thighs in the bone broth in a slow cooker for approx. 6 hours on medium • While the chicken is cooking, wash and chop the sweet potato into 2 cm sized pieces, leaving skin on for extra nutrients.

• Place the sweet potato on baking trays and drizzle with olive oil and some Himalayan or sea salt and roast in the oven at approx.

180°C for approx. 30–45 minutes or until golden and cooked through.

• In a small bowl whisk together the olive oil, vinegar, honey and fresh lime juice and zest.

• Toss all the greens in a bowl with the dressing.

• Arrange greens on a platter style serving dish.

• Use a fork to shred the chicken and arrange on the greens decoratively.

• Decorate the platter with tomatoes and roast sweet potatoes around the chicken, then sprinkle over the plump cranberries and optionally the green peppitas seeds and fresh cherries.

Notes

• T H E C H I C K E N A N D P O TAT O E S C A N B E C O O K E D T H E D AY B E F O R E T O S AV E C O O K I N G T I M E O N C H R I S T M A S D AY. • COOKING THE CHICKEN IN THE BONE BROTH GIVES THIS DISH LOTS OF EXTRA NUTRIENTS. • B O N E B R O T H C A N B E M A D E AT HOME AND FROZEN UNTIL NEEDED OR EVEN BOUGHT FROM SOME H E A LT H F O O D S H O P S A N D C A F E S .

• ADD SOME FRESH CHILLI T O T H E A D U LT ’ S P O R T I O N S .

• TRY SERVING WITH SOME NUTS LIKE WA L N U T S , P E C A N S O R P I S TA C H I O S .

K I D S O N T H E C O A S T.C O M . A U • K I D S I N T H E C I T Y.C O M . A U

TODDLER TIPS

• This is a popular dish with toddlers and kids alike.

The honey in the dressing makes the whole dishes very palatable to young kids.

• You can make this really fun by serving in a cos lettuce, ‘lettuce cup’.

• To make a lettuce cup, take a small cos lettuce and wash under running water, pull the leaves off until you get to the firmer and smaller inner l leaves that resemble a bowl or ‘cup’ shape.

• Shake dry and fill these with this chicken salad.

Easy for them to eat and best of all no dishes too!

The perfect dish to enjoy as a Christmas picnic

BABY TIPS

• Cut the sweet potato into ‘chips’ rather than chunks to make a great finger food.

RECIPE PROVIDED BY JESS RYDER Jess Ryder is the powerhouse behind the mums’ fitness group, Valkyrie Fitness. An inspirational young entrepreneur and mum who is changing the lives, bodies and health of mums all over the Sunshine Coast with her fierce and friendly tribe of women’s classes, bootcamps and challenges. Jess is passionate about fitness and food, she teaches women to see the whole picture and look after themselves from the inside as well as the outside. facebook.com/valkyriefitnessau/

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H O W L O N G H AV E YO U B E E N AT teaching the seals. A simple behaviour like a SEA LIFE AND HOW DID YOU END touching their flipper to our hand may only U P T H E R E ? take a week or so. A complex behaviour can I have been very fortunate to be working take many months. The seals are very smart at Sea Life for over 25 years. and love to learn, so we are always teaching

them new behaviours.

HOW MUCH (AND WHAT) HAS

CHANGED AT SEA LIFE IN THE HOW MUCH FISH DOES A SEAL T I M E Y O U ’ V E B E E N T H E R E ?

E AT E V E R Y D AY ?

When I started we were called ‘Underwater Groucho the big male Australian fur seal eats World’. When we became Sea Life we had up to 12 kg of fish each day! a really exciting renovation. The shark

tunnel was re-themed and we designed an C A N Y O U D E S C R I B E A D AY I N interactive seal display that the kids love. We THE LIFE FOR A SEAL TRAINER? have also been joined by Moana a young long Our first job of the day is to prepare buckets nosed fur seal! She is super playful and loves of fish for the seals. We then clean the seal chasing her best buddy Nelson exhibit and scrub our seals food “GROUCHO IS the subantarctic fur seal. prep room (Seal Trainers do NOTORIOUS FOR

LOTS of cleaning). We then do FARTING DURING WHAT’S YOUR daily health checks and training PRESENTATIONS. FAV O U R I T E T H I N G sessions with the seals. The seals IT IS VERY HARD ABOUT WORKING get excited to take part in daily A T S E A L I F E ? presentations and love meeting FOR THE SEAL I love playing with the seals guests in Seal Encounters. After TRAINERS TO KEEP in our daily seal swims. Seals lunch we jump into the water A STRAIGHT FACE are really curious so we are for Seal Swims and playtime WHEN IT HAPPENS!” always developing new toys then it is time for more training for them. Moana loves chasing a karate belt sessions and afternoon cleaning. We work through the water and when she gets really really hard but love our job!! excited will start bowing (jumping) through

the water.

WHERE DO MOST OF THE SEALS

COME FROM AT SEA LIFE? HOW LONG DOES IT TAKE TO All the Fur Seals at Sea Life are rescued TRAIN A SEAL TO DO THE TRICKS animals. They have been brought into human W E S E E I N T H E S E A L S H O W ? care as young pups usually with serious It depends on what behaviours we are injuries. Each of the seals has their own

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Top of the list of any visit to the Sunshine Coast is a trip to Sea Life. We chat to Malcolm Westwood, one of four Senior Seal Trainers, to find out more about life behind the scenes at the much-loved seal show.

Malcom Westwood, Senior Seal Trainer at Sea Life Sunshine Coast. story, for example Bella was shot with a shot gun and took almostthree years to recover.

The endangered Australian sea lions were born in human care as part of breeding programs. Australian sea lions are very rare and only found in our waters. Teiko was born here as part of the breeding program 21 years ago!

CAN YOU TELL US A FUN FACT WE MIGHT NOT KNOW ABOUT SEALS? Not many people know this but they have a little tail.

D O YO U H AV E A F U N N Y S T O R Y FROM BEHIND THE SCENES AT SEA LIFE YOU CAN SHARE? Groucho is notorious for farting during presentations. It is very hard for the seal trainers to keep a straight face when it happens!

WHAT CAN PEOPLE TO DO FURTHER PROTECT SEALS AND MARINE LIFE? Only buy sustainable caught seafood, look for the MSC label. Join in on beach clean ups and make sure we are keeping our environment clean. And of course, reduce recycle and re use.

K I D S O N T H E C O A S T.C O M . A U • K I D S I N T H E C I T Y.C O M . A U

Create a special day for your little fairy The Fairies Toadstool Birthday Tea Parties bring beauty, sweetness and the magical touch of fairies to any child’s special day.

Ignite the magic of fairies and pirates in your child and create many happy moments and memories for you and your children to share.

READING, WRITING AND SPELLING TUTORING FOR PEOPLE OF ALL AGES

• Each birthday package includes fairy games and prizes, fairy dust making, fairy make up and tattoos along with party bag for each guest.

• Free 1 hour literacy skills assessment • Lessons tailored to individual student needs and goals • QLD Teacher Registration • Based in Caloundra • From Prep to adults • Current blue card • Accredited tutor • 10 years experience

• Parents can relax and enjoy the special occasion, whilst the children are transported to a world of dreams and make-believe.

MOBILE FAIRY GROTTO FILLED WITH BUTTERFLIES, FLOWERS AND TOADSTOOLS.

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OUR ONLINE STORE STOCKS A MAGICAL RANGE OF FAIRY DRESS UPS, TOYS, BOOKS AND ACCESSORIES.

THE FAIRIES TOADSTOOL IS THE HOME OF FAIRIES, PIRATES AND FAIRY BIRTHDAY TEA PARTIES

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Where everyday is an adventure...

Built by a dedicated team of local people who know and understand early childhood, our operator is an award-winning operator with over 35 years experience in early childhood education.

We offer families: All meals prepared daily by our in-house chef Engaging indoor and outdoor play areas and activities Quality learning experiences to develop creating thinking and exploration Nappies and sheets for infants The BDO Studio provides opportunities to develop creative thinking and explore different learning experiences

Contact to reserve your place

Peregian Springs: admin@bigdayout.net.au | (07) 5448 1308 Peregian Beach: breeze@bigdayout.net.au | (07) 5373 8260

www.bigdayout.net.au

CLASSIFIEDS SUNSHINE COAST CHINESE

QUEENSLAND AIR MUSEUM

W: sunshinecoastchinese.com P: 0444 519 526 E: info@sunshinecoastchinese.com FB: @sunshinecoastchinese A: Mountain Creek State High School, Sunshine Coast

W: qam.com.au P: (07) 5492 5930 A: 7 Pathfinder Drive, Caloundra. Queensland 4551

Whether you want to learn Mandarin for study, work, business or holiday, we provide a range of courses to suit your needs. The interactive setting and encouraging learning environment will guild your journey of the Chinese language and culture learning.

Courses are tailored to different learning levels from Prep kids to Adult.

Express Your Interest Now Via phone, email or Facebook

Looking for somewhere to take the kids, get them away from the small screen and keep them entertained for hours?

Queensland Air Museum has more than 80 historically significant aircraft and many other aviation related displays, the best aircraft model shop on the Sunshine Coast, coffee, drinks and ice-creams. It's a great day out for the whole family!

SUNNY COAST BABY & KIDS MARKET

W: sunnycoastbabykidsmarket.com.au P: 0403 883 903

28 October: Burnside State School, Nambour 25 November: Mountain Creek Primary School A locally owned market selling pre-loved, new and beautiful handmade items for the under 8s. Come and experience the smarter way to shop. A great way to clean out your little one’s cupboards and earn some extra cash!

Stallholders wanted Grab your spot now!

GARDEN SPARKLE

W: gardensparkle.com.au S: @gardensparkle A: 54 Shields Street, Cairns City

Use code: KO TC for 10% off your or der!

Fairy garden gifts for Christmas!

Nurture imaginations and delight the young at heart.

Choose from Fairy Kate's range of designer fairy garden kits, magical fairy houses and mini accessories. Shipping Australia wide. Fast and friendly service with lots of sparkle. Afterpay & Zippay. Visit our gift shop the next time your'e in Cairns!

WITTACORK FARMSTAY

HEALTH NATURALLY CHIROPRACTIC

P: (07) 5451 1121 S: @HealthNaturallyChiropractic A: Unit 7, 2-6 Beach Road, Maroochydore Have you even been curious about Chiropractic care for your family? Come and visit us for an Initial consult, Pre-care appointment and Report of findings – FREE – to see if we can help in any way.

Give us a call on 07 5451 1121 or visit our office on the corner of Ocean Street and Beach Road.

We look forward to seeing you.

Regards Sam and Natise.

CONCEPTIONS FERTILITY AND PREGNANCY MASSAGE

W: conceptionsmassage.com.au P: 0476 595440

Specialising in Fertility massage, pregnancy massage, lymphatic drainage massage and remedial massage.

20 years massage and natural wellness experience.

Health fund rebates available KATE LANGFORD CAREER CONSULTING

W: wittacork.com.au P: (07) 5494 4369 A: 286 Tesch Rd, Maleny

W: katelangford.com.au E: ask@katelangford.com.au P: 0402 044 498

Stay on a real working dairy farm!

Kate Langford Career Consulting is about empowering and training women to chase their dream job and/ or returning to the workforce. We help with Career Coaching, Workshops, Resume Writing, LinkedIn profiles, and much more! We discover the passions, skillsets and teach about confidence, how to job search, job applications, hidden job markets, interviews, followups just to name a few!

With 150 acres of pristine rainforest to explore, guests can milk a cow, feed calves, goats, pigs and chickens and collect eggs. Our self-contained 2 and 3 bedroom cottages are set on a ridge overlooking Lake Baroon and the Kondalilla National Park.

We now also do led pony rides!

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CLASSIFIEDS KILLER CARPET CLEANING

LITTLE STRAWBERRIES

W: killercarpetcleaning.com.au P: Shane or Sally 0422 385 335 FB: @KillerCarpetCleaning

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Have your babes turned your home into a pig sty? Want to freshen it up before bub’s arrival? Killer Carpet Cleaning can help get your home looking and smelling fresh!

We offer very thorough, friendly cleaning services at affordable prices on carpet, mattresses, fabric and leather furniture, rugs, tile and grout.

Follow us on Facebook for competitions and discounts.

We are the Australian retailer of Buttons Diapers – an all in two cloth nappy that is affordable and adorable.

We also sell Little Strawberries reusable nursing pads, wet bags and change mats. Our products are designed to be convenient, useful and help reduce household waste. They make the perfect gift for new parents!

Selling at the baby markets on the Sunshine Coast and online.

GYMBAROO SUNSHINE COAST

NOOSA KIDS & BABY MARKETS

W: gymbaroosunshinecoast.com.au P: 0452 512 327 FB: @GymbarooSunshineCoast

“GymbaROO is the best part of our week!”

A fine and gross motor skill development focused program that includes an age-appropriate indoor obstacle climbing course, dancing, ball skills, music and rhythm.

Children learn to roll, crawl, climb, walk, jump and problem-solve.

Best of all, KIDS LOVE IT!

2nd Sunday of the month 8-12pm • New and pre-loved items, clothes, toys and furniture • Local business and wellness stalls • Free bounty bags • Free kids activity tables • Free toddler jumpy castle • Food & coffee! to noosakidsmarket.com.au to book a stall!

Rain - hail -Head shine!

MISS MAGOOS

GDL NATURE PLAY SPACES

W: gdlnatureplacespaces.com.au P: 0410 863 756 A: Across the Sunshine Coast

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GDL

Specialists in the design and construction of nature-based play spaces. We can offer custom-made spaces that bring your ideas to life.

From early learning centres, schools, public spaces and private.

We use our concept plans, work closely with you and gain inspiration from the children’s ideas to bring the best possible solutions to your space and budget.

KATH DICKSON FAMILY CENTRE

Nature PlaySpaces

P: 0499453294 E: info@missmagoos.com.au W: missmagoos.com.au

Natural & Organic Skincare

• No toxic chemicals • No animal testing • Recyclable packaging • Supporting children with Down Syndrome • Happiness guaranteed Gentle on your family’s skin, the planet, and your wallet.

GLITTER & GOOP

Fun | Creative | Messy Hands-on | Experimental

W: kdfc.com.au/family-day-care P: (07) 5446 7731 A: 21 Ocean Court, Ocean Street, Maroochydore

W: glitterandgoop.com P: (07) 5479 2442 A: 7/12 Kelly Court, Buderim

Looking for quality, flexible child care that suits your family’s needs?

Family day care may be just what you need!

Through our established network of fully trained and registered educators across the Sunshine Coast and hinterland region, we offer nurturing care in a small group within a home environment, with full access to your approved child care subsidy.

Children/adults of all ages can get their creative self engaged at their own pace and create some amazing art work. We are passionate about providing a space where all ages can experiment with different crafts and gain confidence and enjoy their creative selves.

We also have an amazing retail space filled with beautifully made and unique gifts.

K I D S O N T H E C O A S T.C O M . A U • K I D S I N T H E C I T Y.C O M . A U

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Apps

s k oo B TWINKLE TWINKLE LITTLE BAT

STORYAPPS

THIS IS ROCKET SCIENCE: AN ACTIVITY GUIDE

RRP $19.99

By Emma Vanstone, RRP: $26.99

Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Bat features nine stories bursting with humour and filled with terrific twists.

From sleepovers of doom to pirate dance parties these stories are sure to have kids shaking with laughter in their beds! Storytellers include: Andy Griffiths, Katrina Nannestad, Morris Gleitzman, Judith Rossell, Tim Harris, and many more.

Building a rocket and learning about science has never been easier with This is Rocket Science: An Activity Guide. Packed with 70 fun and easy experiments, kids (and adults) can learn more about the solar system and build mind-blowing projects, each designed to show how mechanical science and astrophysics work from the inside out. Build paper spinners, rocket ships and mobile rocket launch pads, all while learning concepts like speed, gravity, air resistance and Newton’s Third Law of motion.

WIN: We have 5 copies of Twinkle Twinkle

Little Bat to giveaway! Just head to our website to go into the draw: kidsonthecoast.com.au / kidsinthecity.com.au

s e m a G K I D S O N T H E C O A S T.C O M . A U • K I D S I N T H E C I T Y.C O M . A U

www.storyapps.net Designed to teach young minds about values, these delightful and engaging storyapps are the creation of Gold Coast mum and retired teacher, Judy Hallewell. Each story comes as its own app, and there are three stories currently available on the App Store: Clever Max, Miss Moffat’s Ring and Helping Lily, covering self-esteem, honesty and bullying respectively.

Created with young children in mind, the apps do not include in-app purchases, advertisements or links to external sites, and each comes with bonus interactive games to entertain little learners. $2.99

BEASTS OF BALANCE For those that always struggle with screen time for kids, Beasts of Balance brings the world of real and virtual together in a fun game of strategy and balance. Work together with friends and family to build a tower of beasts, helping them evolve and migrate to get the highest score you can.

Something akin to Jenga, it’s a great blend of tech and toys. RRP $149.99

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THE GRINCH

In cinemas 29 November (CTC) Based on Dr. Seuss’ beloved holiday classic, The Grinch (voiced by Benedict Cumberbatch) tells the story of a cynical grump who goes on a mission to steal Christmas, only to have his heart changed by a young girl’s generous holiday spirit. Funny, heartwarming and visually stunning, it’s a universal story about the spirit of Christmas and the indomitable power of optimism.

See an advance screening of ‘The Grinch’ on Sunday 18 November. Tickets go on sale 25 October at eventcinemas.com.au

DISNEY’S “THE NUTCRACKER AND THE FOUR REALMS”

DISNEY’S “RALPH BREAKS THE INTERNET”

In cinemas 26 December (CTC)

In cinemas 15 November (CTC)

All Clara (Mackenzie Foy) wants is a one-of-a-kind key that will unlock a box that holds a priceless gift from her late mother. A golden thread, presented to her at godfather Drosselmeyer’s (Morgan Freeman) annual holiday party, leads her to the coveted key – which promptly disappears into a strange and mysterious parallel world. Can Clara retreive the key and restore harmony to an unstable world?

Video-game bad guy Ralph (voice of John C. Reilly) and best friend Vanellope (voice of Sarah Silverman) leave the comforts of Litwak’s arcade in an attempt to save her game. Their quest takes them to the vast world of the internet, a world Vanellope wholeheartedly embraces – so much so that Ralph worries he may lose the only friend he’s ever had.

Warner Bros. Pictures’ “Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald” is the second of five all new adventures in J.K. Rowling’s Wizarding World™.

Following from the first film, Grindelwald has set about gathering followers, most unsuspecting of his true agenda: to raise pure-blood wizards up to rule over all non-magical beings. In an effort to thwart Grindelwald’s plans, Albus Dumbledore (Jude Law) enlists his former student Newt Scamander, who agrees to help, unaware of the dangers that lie ahead. Lines are drawn as love and loyalty are tested, even among the truest friends and family, in an increasingly divided wizarding world.

In cinemas 22 November (CTC)

See an advance screening of Disney’s “The Nutcracker and the Four Realms” on Wednesday 21 November at 6:30pm.

Tickets go on sale 2 November at eventcinemas.com.au

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See a Family Fun Day Preview Screening of Disney’s “Ralph Breaks the Internet” on Sunday 16 December with activities and crafts before the film. Tickets go on sale 16 November at eventcinemas.com.au

FANTASTIC BEASTS: THE CRIMES OF GRINDELWALD

K I D S O N T H E C O A S T.C O M . A U • K I D S I N T H E C I T Y.C O M . A U

Anything is Possible Children learn at their best when their education is enriched by memorable experiences.

At Immanuel Lutheran College, we give students the ability to explore and discover not only in the classroom, but also with nature.

Enrolling now for Prep and Year 7 for 2020.

immanuel.qld.edu.au

As one of the leading schools in Queensland, Flinders is dedicated to educating for excellence in learning and life.

To find out how we inspire our Prep to Year 12 students to learn, to lead and to serve, visit us at www.mfac.edu.au.

07 5477 3200

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