LetsGoKids 2012 WA Mid-Year Edition

The no. 1 family guide to Perth & WA

July-Dec 2012

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Perth July-December 2012

Perth City

Help Me - I’m a parent?!?!

Not sure what to do after school, or maybe weekends or even holidays with the kids?? Well, you’ve come to the right place! At LetsGoKids we’ve done the hard yards, kicked the tyres, found the best spots to eat and play, where to shop, what to see and even where to stay! We’ll let you know what’s on and where, how much it is and even try and help the budget with some special deals and vouchers! There are also puzzles, games, competitions and even birthday party ideas to keep the kids entertained.

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Armadale

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Swan Valley

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Rockingham & Mandurah

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As everyone knows, happy kids make for happy families, so read on and get out there and do it!

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Going interstate ???

We’ve got that covered too. Check out www.letsgokids.com.au to read all about NT, VIC and TAS online (NZ coming in October) & where to get them from when you land. Trust LetsGoKids to tell you all the ‘goss’!! Phone app coming soon!

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Advertiser’s Index General

General Fish WA Send Out Cards Seven Network Whiteman Park

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Scitech The Perth Mint State Library of Western Australia AQWA-The Aquarium of WA Aviation Heritage Museum Kalumunda History Village Fremantle Chocolate Factory Cockburn Ice Arena Fremantle Fishing Boat Harbour Skyview Wheel Army Museum of WA The Pickled Fairy & Other Myths City of Cockburn City of Armadale Armadale Reptile Centre Araluen Botanical Park City of Swan

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Swan Valley Wagon Trails Swan Valley Cuddly Animal Farm The Maze Caversham Wildlife Park Rockingham Wild Encounter Mumma’s Food Store - Mandurah Golden Cloud Spur Steak House Peel Zoo City of Bunbury The Creamery Bunbury Wildlife Park Country Life Farm Margaret River Nuts and Cereals City of Canning

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Play / Party Stickybeaks Playground Cafe Fire Engine Fun Partyzone Chipmunks Playland & Cafe My Gym Venues West Cannington Leisureplex AMF - Rockingham Extreme Ice Arena

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Stay Footprints Preston Beach Mandurah Ocean Chalets Aspen Parks Mont Clare Apartments

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Tourist Info Centres Western Australian Visitor Centre 55 William Street WA, Australia (08) 9483 1111 Armadale Visitor Centre 40 Jull St, Armadale. Ph: (08) 9399 0410 Fremantle Visitor Centre Fremantle Town Hall, William St Fremantle Ph: (08) 9431 7878 Mandurah Visitor Centre 75 Mandurah Tce, Mandurah.

Ph: (08) 9550 3999 Mundaring Visitor Centre The Old School, 7225 Great Eastern Hwy, Mundaring Ph: (08) 9295 0202 Pinjarra Visitor Centre George St, Pinjarra, WA. Ph: (08) 9531 1438

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Rockingham Visitor Centre 43 Kent St, Rockingham, WA. Ph: (08) 9592 3464 Rottnest Island Visitor Centre Located at the end of the main jetty. Ph: (08) 9372 9730

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But some grown-ups might need to read this info ‘cos they’re interested in this or whatever…

Swan Valley Visitor Centre Meadow and Swan Sts, Guildford, WA. Ph: (08) 9379 9400

LetsGoKids Pty Ltd ABN: 85 122 538 103 c/o Doreen Post Office, Doreen, VIC 3042

Bunbury Visitor Centre Old Railway Station, Carmody Pl Bunbury, WA Ph: (08) 9792 7205

Ph: 0425 273 300 | Fax: 03 9717 4440

Busselton Visitor Centre 38 Peel Tce, Busselton, WA Ph: (08) 9752 5800

Graphic Design The LetsGoKids in house team led by Luke Wilson.

Dunsborough Visitor Centre Seymour Boulevard, Dunsborough, WA Ph: (08) 9752 5800

Transport Handy Hint

All public transport, including buses, trains and CAT buses are free within the Perth CBD, East Perth and Northbridge. Perth has three "sightseeing" CAT buses which traverse different routes throughout the city, taking you past the main sights and transport hubs. They are a great way to get your bearings when first visiting Perth.

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Choose a Red CAT to travel east and west, Blue CAT to travel north and south or Yellow CAT to travel from East Perth to West Perth.

Advertising & Listings Terry Wilson & Lisa Shiel Email: office@letsgokids.com.au | Ph: 0425 273 300

Special Thanks / Contributors Tourism WA Visual Library, Lisa Shiel, Luke Wilson & Cassie Wilson.

Photos Uncredited photographs used are owned by LetsGoKids or Tourism WA Visual Library (and used with permission) unless otherwise stated. All photos & logos for listings supplied by individual business owners. Unauthorised use of images or text will be subject to legal action.

Disclaimer Every effort has been made to ensure that all information is correct at time of press. The Publisher accepts no responsibility or liability for errors or omissions in the LetsGoKids publication. Vouchers and discount expiry dates are up to the discretion of individual business owners unless otherwise stated.

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Really, really important stuff Important stuff and other stuff Banks:

Mon to Thurs: 9:30am – 4pm (Fri – 5pm) (some open ‘til 5pm weekdays and some on Sat morning too. This is becoming more commonplace) Check commbank.com.au, nab.com.au, anz.com.au, westpac.com.au, bendigobank.com.au for locations.

Public Holidays in Perth 4 Jun Foundation Day 28 Jan 1 Oct Queen’s Birthday 4 Mar 25 Dec Christmas Day 29 Mar 26 Dec Boxing Day 1 Apr 1 Jan New Years Day 25 Jun

Australia Day Labour Day Good Friday Easter Monday Anzac Day

School Holidays in 2012/2013 Winter 7 Jul 12 – 23 Jul 12 Spring 29 Sep 12 – 15 Oct 12 Summer 19 Dec 12 – 3 Jan 13 Autumn 20 Apr 13 – 5 May 13

Weather Perth generally has fine mild weather during Autumn and Spring. Winter can be quite temperate, and you will require a coat some days. Summer is hot, hot, hot!! There are 119 rain days per year, with about 80% falling between May and Sept. Rain occurs on four days out of every seven on average during winter! Temp ranges: Winter 8-18C, Summer 18-31C. When it gets hot, head to the beach!

Time

Perth is on Western Standard Time (WST), as is the whole of WA. It is in the same time zone as Singapore! Adelaide and Darwin are one and a half hours agead of Perth, Melbourne, Sydney, Hobart, Brisbane and Canberra are all two hours ahead of Perth. There is no Daylight Savings in WA.

Transport Handy Hints

• Taxi to or from CBD & the airport is about $35 • Perth Zoo is within Zone 1 ferry service. www.transperth.wa.gov.au 13 6213

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Out & About in - Perth City Dinosaurs invade Scitech!

Get up-close with amazing prehistoric dinosaurs as you learn how they lived, how fast they ran, even test the strength of a T-Rex jaw. Try out your paleontological skills unearthing fossils and bones; compare the types of plants dinosaurs ate and examine insects under microscopes. Exhibition runs until 21 October.

Travel through the Universe in Horizon – the Planetarium, or enjoy an entertaining science show or puppet show.

Open every day except December 25.

Adults: $14 or $10 after 3pm Children: $9 (4-15 years) Scitech, City West, Sutherland Street, West Perth

Phone: 9215 0700 City West train station, one stop from the city, on the Fremantle line

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Experience the rush of pure gold at The Perth Mint! � Handle $400,000 worth of pure gold � Watch pure gold being poured into a gleaming

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Perth City

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310 Hay Street, East Perth WA. Open 7 days Telephone (08) 9421 7223 www.perthmint.com.au

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Perth City - Out & About in Perth City

Explore Perth and its surrounds this winter and be truly amazed by the amount of places to see and activities to take part in with the kids. The entire family will be spellbound by Perth’s beautiful setting, weather and fun outdoor lifestyle. Many councils have special events and festivals and they encourage people from all areas of our great city to join in and share the experience (see Wots On p.41).

The open spaces, playgrounds and parks can be viewed in more detail on (p.33) and sporting events are listed on (p.38).

In the city…by the beach…on the river…in the hills…or at the park - check page (p.8) for a few ideas in the suburbs near you.

There is something for everyone!

Photo courtesy of Tourism WA

So get the troops together, take advantage of our vouchers and special offers, sign up for our e-newsletter (p.3) and kids remember “Get up off the couch and do it!!!!”

Have fun - The LetsGoKids Team

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Visit Scitech - See why Science is cool! (p.4) Go for a ride along the Swan River over the causeway and back up the Sth Perth side.

Watch a game of professional sport. Fixtures are on page (p.39).

Go down to the Swan Bells and learn how to “ring dem bells” Follow the history trail plaques up St George’s Terrace (they are in the footpath) See a live gold pour at the Perth Mint (p.4) Play in King’s Park. Check out the view, climb the DNA tower, climb on the new playgrounds, cool off under a tree, grab a bite to eat at Stickybeaks (a great meeting place) on page 33.

Take a ride on a CAT bus Check out the awesome kid’s space at the

State Library. There is a great new kid’s area with awesome activities and events for free (p.6) - check it out!

Experience everything Whiteman Park has to offer.

Encounter the dolphins and penguins in Rockingham.

Walk the historic streets of Fremantle.

Take a ferry to ‘Rotto”, gone for a ride and said “G’day” to a quokka.

Visit the Fire Museum in Murray St Go down to the Heirssan Island near the Causeway and checked out the colony of Western Grey Kangaroos

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310 Hay Street, East Perth WA Open 7 days 9am - 5pm Telephone (08) 9421 7223 www.perthmint.com.au/visit

Perth City

Experience the rush of pure gold at The Perth Mint!

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Out & About in - Perth City Who said “You don’t get something for nothing?”

Perth City

LetsGoKids will show you how to spend a day or even a week in and around Perth “on the cheap”, where you can see and do lots …. And spend nothing! (or just a little). So what are you waiting for?

There’s no excuses now, get out there and DO IT! 1. Check p.41- Find out which council has free festivals or events. Kids love them-and so does your wallet!

2. The statues on St Georges Terrace tell the history of the city. How many can you find?

3. Don’t miss the old gaol, now home to the WA Museum. Check out the activities in the education centre and the displays of butterflies, mammals and other treasures.

4. Watch the birds and play on the playground at the Point Fraser wetlands in East Perth.

5. Head up to King’s Park and check out the 11. If you haven’t been to the city before, or not for a playgrounds, the DNA spiral tower, the million while, jump on the world’s cheapest sightseeing dollar view and the awesome playgrounds. tour- A Perth CAT bus.The city landscape has 6. Follow the plaques along St George’s Terrace changed dramatically in the last few years and that outline major contributors to WA’s history here is a FREE way to check it out. Hop on, Hop off!

7. Visit the Air Force Museum (p.8) in Bull Creek right 12. Take some bread to Lake Monger and feed a next to Leach Hwy Freeway exit (costs a little) duck or two. The birdlife is awesome.

8. The WA Fire museum will take you back to days gone by. 14. Stroll through Freo on a Sunday and take in a 9. Head to the WA Library in Northbridge - Great show from one of the street performers.

new kids area. (p.6) (Donations are always welcome) 10. Join a volunteer guide or guide yourself on a 15. Sample some chocolate at the Fremantle walking tour of the city. Contact City of Perth Chocolate Factory in South Perth or its new info kiosk in Murray St Mall for details - FREE!!!!! location in Bibra Lake (p.9)

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Out & About in - The Sububrs The suburbs of Perth have loads to see & do – The local councils provide some great events, parks, gardens, walking paths, cycle trails and state of the art aquatic centres.

Below are some ideas to get you started Wanneroo/Joondalup • Mindarie Marina has shops, restaurants and a great seaside feel.

• Hillary’s Boat Harbour - The Great Escape children’s fun park, AQWA aquarium, beaches, restaurant, shops, accommodation and views.

• Yanchep National Park - walks, native animals, caves, hotel, chocolate shop.

• Botanical Gardens - Restaurant, mini golf.

The Suburbs

Kalamunda • World-famous Bibbulmun Track-day & o’night walks.

• Kalamunda History Village (see right).

• Calamunnda Camel Safaris.

Mundaring • The Mundaring weir & “Golden Pipeline” pumping station- great views & a picnic/bbq- a little history too!

• Perth Hills National Parks Centre - nearer to nature experiences.

• Munda Biddi Trail day or o’night rides.

• Lake Leschenaultia camp, swim, cycle & walk trails.

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Photo courtesy of Tourism WA Melville • Wireless Hill Park- Old signal station museum, bbqs, picnic spots, views.

• Pt Walter- Cafe, playground, river swimming, shady trees • Melville Discovery Centre- Located at the council.

A look at the early life of the Melville area - Free Bassendean • River foreshore parks - Sandy Beach, Point, Success Hill Reserves and Ashfield Flats - Stroll along the river, swim, birdwatch, picnic or BBQ. Bayswater • Riverside Gardens - swim, birdwatch at Eric Singleton Bird Sanctuary; picnic; free BBQ facilities, walks and cycle trails.

Belmont • Tomato Lake & Faulkner Park with state of the art play equipment and BBQ facilities are great.

A MEMORABLE EXPERIENCE FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY Locomotive G118 ∙ Railway stations ∙ School House ∙ Dunny 1920’s Guest House ∙ Post Offices ∙ Settlers’ Cottage Carriage Shed ∙ Orchard Shed ∙ Blacksmith ∙ Sawpit ∙ Whim

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Adults $10 Children $5 Discounts for group bookings

Family $25 Students & Pensioners $7.50

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Fremantle - Out & About in Freo - as it is affectionately known has so much to offer the visitor and local alike and only 20 minutes from Perth CBD! Drive or take the train, come for the day or the night Freo has history, food, activities and mostly a character that draws people to it. In a bygone era when passenger ships were the preferred mode of transport for world travellers, Fremantle was the western gateway to Australia. Millions of migrants arrived by ship and many made the area their home.

Photo courtesy of Tourism WA

Shop 5, Atwell Arcade, 7 Cantonment St, Fremantle WA 6160

Fremantle today retains much of its old charm.

Many of Fremantle’s old buildings have been painstakingly restored and the West End of town is acclaimed as one of the best examples of a Victorian port streetscape in the world.There is a vibrant atmosphere in ‘Freo’; there is always something happening around the town, festivals, exhibitions, street performances, markets and concerts.

Did You Know?

The Roundhouse Gaol. This is where the first convicts were placed in holding cells when they got off the boat. The place is heritage listed, and like many heritage buildings in Fremantle, it is reputed to be haunted.

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Fremantle - Out & About in Get on the FREE CAT bus and take a quick trip around the old seafaring village so that you can take in the sights and get your bearings. (It can then be used to help you get to the many attractions as well!)

Take a stroll through town past the many old buildings and statues will give you a feel of what life was like in the 1800’s.

Army Museum of Western Australia Come and visit our six interesting and educational galleries and view the extensive range of uniforms, weapons, medals, photos and memorabilia all telling the story of West Australian men and women who served in the many conflicts since the Boer War. Outside inspect a wide range of tanks, artillery pieces and various armoured vehicles.

Located within the heritage listed Artillery Barracks precinct

Burt Street, Fremantle

Open: Wednesday to Sunday from 11am – 4pm Admission Charges: Adults $10, Children/Seniors $7, Family $20 (2 adults + 2 children)

This pedestrian-friendly city with unique winding streets offers you a glimpse of a colonial and Gold Rush past in balance with with a modern and vibrant present!

Walk up to the old jail and do a tour, grab something to eat down at the Fishing Boat Harbour, walk one of the many trails (maps are available from the Visitor’s Centre next to the Town Hall in King’s Square). Fremantle is home to a range of fantastic museums, galleries and iconic

Ph: 94302532 www.armymuseumwa.com.au www.facebook.com/armymuseumwa

sites making it one of the best places to learn about Western Australia’s pioneer history.

Whatever your pace, your age or your taste in food, Freo has something for everyone!!!

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Strolled the streets of the old town and imagined days gone by.

Got a taste of a prisoner’s life at the Fremantle Prison (try the ghost tour if brave enough).

Had a bite to eat at Fishing Boat Harbour (p.10) Slid down the slides at the Fremantle Leisure Centre Water Park (see below).

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Seen massive ship parts at the Maritime Museum.

Gone for a ride on the Skyview Wheel (p.10) Been up close & personal with the quokka on Rottnest Island.

Checked out the Chocolate Factory (p.9).

Seen a street performer strut their stuff to the crowd.

Visited the Army Museum (p.11) Looked for Nemo at Cicerello’s aquariums Had a skate at the Ice Rink in Bibra Lake (p.9).

• Fitness Centre • Heated Pools • Swim School • Group Fitness Fremantle Leisure Centre is open everyday of the • Classes Creche • Sports Shop • Playground Pool • Cafe year excluding Christmas Day and Good Friday.

It’s a great place for the whole family to enjoy!

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City of Cockburn - Out & About in Cockburn is one of the fastest growing areas in WA, and is there any wonder why?

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The area abounds in natural beauty, from the chain of five lakes that run through the heart of the city to the beaches of Coogee which has jetties to fish from and Woodman Point in Munster has playgrounds, parklands, jetties and even an old WW11 prisoner of war camp with bunkers. Little known, but worth a look!

Bibra Lake has flat cycle paths allowing for a great family outing by bike. View the wetlands and the many bird hides up close as you peacefully meander along.

The Wetlands education centre gives a greater insight into the area for kids as well.

The South Lake Recreation Centre has a range of kids activities such as dance, cheersports, kid’s fitness, ballet, gymnastics, swimming, basketball and karate. Check www.cockburn.wa.gov.au for details

Photo courtesy of Tourism WA

Cockburn Libraries FREE activities for the kids

library.cockburn.wa.gov.au Clapping, tapping and wriggling fun for 0 - 18 month old babies at Pram Jams.

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Storytime is for 3 - 5 year olds. Enjoy storytelling, rhymes, songs and craft activities and meeting other parents!

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For school age children there is BookStars and Lego Clubs. Fun meetings with craft activities, games, special guests and cool prizes!

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Wicked school holiday programs and summer reading clubs!

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BERT TYLER VINTAGE MACHINERY MUSEUM This vintage machinery collection is part of the City of Armadale's historical museum collection consisting of agricultural machinery and memorabillia.

Opening Times Weekdays 9am - 4pm Weekends 11am to 4pm School groups, coach tours and special interest groups are welcome.

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Located only 30minutes south east of the CBD, the City of Armadale BOTANIC PARK is a growing regional centre at the heart of a bustling urban community that offers a relaxed lifestyle with all the conveniences ofAn modern day living.garden extraordinary It has brand new library facilities, modern sports and in acentre breathtakingly leisure as well as a large amount of places of cultural and environmental significance.The city takes pride setting. in beautiful its cultural heritage and unique community feel.

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The City is home to Araluen Botanic Park (p.15) a relaxing and picturesque destination for a day out or a picnic.

See what life was like 100 years ago.

A great day of discovery.

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An extraordinary garden in a breathtakingly beautiful setting.

Tuesday, Thursday, Friday 10am - 4pm Saturday, Sunday 1pm - 4pm Public holidays 1pm - 4pm

www.araluenbotanicpark.com.au

Minnawarra Precinct | www.armadale.wa.gov.au | 9399 0670

Shady trees, room to run and kick the footy, a waterhole, bbq’s and magnificent gardens mean there is something to entertain all the family. The Bert Tyler Vintage Machinery Museum is open everyday and is FREE. Whilst in the area drop into the Armadale Reptile Centre (see below) and learn all about the reptiles from the area. You might even be lucky enough to see them all being fed!

Open every day 9am - 6pm.

Modest entry fees apply.

Ph: 9498 1171 362 Croyden Rd, Roleystone WA www.araluenbotanicpark.com.au Proudly supported by the Department of Environment and Conservation.

The City of Armadale also has a rich diversity of ecosystems and is home to rivers, streams, wetlands, forests, heathlands, sedgelands and woodlands, each with its own array of plants and animals.

304-308 Southwestern Highway, Wungong

Phone/Fax: (08) 9399 6927 Open 10am - 4pm

Closed Wednesdays (excl. holidays) and Xmas, Boxing & New Year’s days

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The 498ha Bungendore Park Bushland Reserve is an outstanding example of this. Take time out to visit!

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Out & About in - Swan Valley A world of surprises just minutes away…WA’s Swan Valley is the perfect destination for those looking for a day away from the hustle and bustle of city life, and it’s only 25 minutes away from the Perth CBD! The Valley is a wonderful experience for the whole family with so many activities to choose from.You are bound to find something to interest children of all ages. Meet wildlife and cuddly farm animals.

Treat the family to chocolate and ice cream, or visit one of the many wineries and cafes featuring safe playgrounds that keep the kids occupied for hours.

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Swan Valley - Out & About in There are also two new trails that make for great fun days out. The new Great Valley Rally and Cycling Trail are ideal ways to discover the rich history and culture of the Swan Valley while also seeing some great attractions.

Valley is the ideal destination for families. There are too many things to see in one day, the hardest part will be choosing which ones to do today!!!

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Visited Whiteman Park, 8.30 - 6.00 daily. Ride steam trains & bikes, have fun in the water park, or participate in the many organized family activities. (see back cover) Caught a show and mixed with the animals at Caversham Wildlife Park 8.30 - 4.30 (p. 18)

Travelled the old fashioned way with SwanValley Wagon Trails and rode around theValley (p.16) Done a tour of the old Guildford Goal Tried a local brew at Mash

Tried some nougat at Mondo Nougat Had a great family day at The Maze (p.17), losing yourself in 32 acres of gardens and parklands.

Done some tasting and had a meal at a winery Gone and held or petted a Cuddly Animal (p.17) Had a round of golf that everyone can play at Oasis Supa Golf Done the Amazing Valley Chase (p.16) A free fun treasure hunt around the Valley. Pretend it is the Amazing Race.

Sampled some raw honey at the House of Honey

Gone and walked the Guildford Heritage Walk Trail Cycled the Swan Valley Food and Wine Cycle Trail (good for mum and too) Tasted some chocolate or had some ice- cream Had a game of Laser Tag at Lasercorp

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The Rockingham Foreshore is well known for its shady, grassed foreshores and beautiful clean beaches. For safe, calm, shallow water swimming and sandy beaches, Rockingham Beach, Palm Beach, Safety Bay, Shoalwater, Warnbro and Port Kennedy are the best places to go.

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Out & About in - Rockingham & Mandurah Mandurah’s distance from Perth Mandurah Checklist and easy access by new freeway or Don’t leave town without having… fast train make it an ideal spot for Taken a cruise on the Peel Inlet a day trip or short stay (although Gone kayaking on the Murray river we’d rather have a long stay!)

Had a conversation with a pelican on the foreshore Beautiful unspoilt beaches, inland waterways and river flats mean the landscape has something for everyone Walked the boardwalk & grabbed an and caters to lots of interests and activities so close to icecream at Simmo’s Perth, but Mandurah has a distinctly different feel and Strolled across the bridge to Dolphin Quay is the quintessential seaside town. and had a coffee at one of the restaurants You can hire a boat and cruise the waterways whilst looking for dolphins or bird life (pelicans abound) or cast a line and catch dinner from the estuary to enjoy later on the foreshore with its great playground and facilities. Swim in the inlet or at one of the beautiful beaches or hire a bike and go for an easy (and flat) ride around the town.

Had Fish ‘n’ Chips at Cicerellos on the boardwalk Cruised by car or boat down to Dawesville and enjoyed the scenery of the beach and the inlet Paid a visit to Peel Zoo and played with the locals Indulged in a huge steak at Spur (p.21)

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Headed over to the Western Foreshore and hired a kayak There are many attractions including fabulous Peel Zoo (see opposite) nearby and the Visitor’s Strolled the gardens at Abington Minature Centre on the boardwalk can tell you all about them. Village, had a game of mini golf and tackled the hedge maze Taken the girls to explore the wonders of The Fairy Dell

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The town of Pinjarra has a great heritage and the area offers a variety of adventure activities area that includes Arts and Crafts, working such as canoeing, walking and cycling the Munda machinery displays and an old school and a quaint Biddi Trail. The forestry centre is worth a look. tearoom set in beautiful Rose Gardens. The river has lovely shady spots where families can lounge by the river or launch their boats.

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How well 9. Where can you go to see giant sharks, do you know Pert turtles and stingrays all in the one place? h??

11. How many teams play in the WAFL? 12. Name of the river that runs through Perth?

14. Coach of the Eagles?

15. The island off the coast of Perth 16. The famous wildlife park in Perth Down 1. Where you will find one of the world’s longest jetties 4. A park that has a range of family fun activities 6. Highway that leads into Perth 7. Name Perth’s Rugby Union team 8. Name the stadium that the West Coast Fever play at 10. The place where you can see pure gold being poured 13. What sport is played at the WACA?

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Out & About in - Bunbury & South West Photo courtesy of Tourism WA

Bright and bustling, the City of Bunbury is WA’s biggest regional city combining country town charm with the attractions of a major regional city.

It is located at the south west end of Western Australia along the coastline and is almost completely surrounded by water and with the Indian Ocean at its doorstep, inlets, waterways and canals you can only start to imagine the endless possibilities for activities and attractions based around the water. It is no wonder that Bunbury continues to grow and keep favour as an ideal holiday destination.

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The Bunbury Wildlife Park is just a few minutes drive from Bunbury’s CBD, and is home to wallabies, kangaroos, wombats, ducks, swans, parrots, owls and several varieties of waterbirds and raptor birds. There are coastal walks with The city has often been called the dolphin capital scenic lookouts, bicycle tours and hiking through of Western Australia, and for good reason, as these the National Parks and forests that surround friendly, loveable and graceful mammals make a Bunbury. You can also visit the Jetty Baths where point of playing with tourists whenever possible. the kids can swim in shallow safe waters on a Getting up close to nature has never been easier beach near the city or just spend a day at Back or more memorable than with the Bottlenose Beach which is one of the more popular beaches dolphins of Bunbury. They regularly visit Koombana in Bunbury where you can swim, laze under the Bay where visitors to the Dolphin Discovery warm summer sun and watch the kids build Centre get a chance to interact with them on the sandcastles. The South West Sports Centre also beach. The dolphins mostly visit in the morning and has great indoor aquatic facilities.

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Gone for a kayak on the inlet Climbed the tower at Marlston Hill for a great view of the city Taken the kids to Bunbury Wildlife Park (p. 28) and seen the large free flight aviary - kids will love it Gone for a ride on the boardwalk at Big Swamp

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Taken a cruise to go dolphin spotting Tried a delicious home made ice cream treat at “The Creamery” (p.28) Swam at the Aquatic Playground at South West Leisure Centre Taken a surf lesson in the gentle waves Had your photo taken in front of the unique black & white checkered Bunbury Lighthouse

Come & enjoy a great family day out!

There’s lots to see at the Bunbury Wildlife Park! Feed the parrots in our free flight aviaries, or get close to an Aussie icon in our kangaroo enclosure. We have 60 varieties of birds and marsupials, meaning you’re sure to find a favourite when you visit!

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Bunbury & South West - Out & About in The picturesque and lush South West of WA is a huge family playground.

The seaside towns of Busselton and Dunsborough are nestled along the wide sandy shores of Geographe Bay. It is popular with swimmers, fishermen, scuba divers and snorkelers. Yallingup features ruggedly beautiful cliffs set below rolling green hills and native bushland. It is world famous for its excellent surf breaks and the sandy beaches and coves of the area.There are mazes, bird parks, reptile centres, mini golf, fun parks, horse riding, farm stays, awesome holiday villages and of course great beaches!

Learn about the indigenous heritage of the area with a local guide, feed some farm animals at Countrylife Farm (p.29) (recommended), take a cave tour or visit the lighthouse. There’s enough to keep you and the kids occupied for weeks.

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Stretching 1.8km Busselton Jetty is the longest timber-piled jetty in the Southern Hemisphere. It has a spectacular Underwater Observatory, Jetty Train and myriad of recreational uses.

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There is a surprisingly small amount of pubs in Perth that provide facilities for families or actively encourage kids. We have done our homework and come up with a selection to make sure next time you go out to eat, there's something to keep the kids entertained too.

The Boat at Mindarie • Hog's Breath Restaurants Wanneroo Tavern • The Gate, Success Spur Steakhouse, Mandurah • SALT, North Fremantle • Como Hotel, Como • Cicerello's Fremantle & Mandurah • Mash Brewing, Swan Valley, Rockingham and Bunbury

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Great value AND an indoor kids playground!

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Northbridge Restaurants everywhere. Sunday Yum Cha destination. For dinner, our fav is Il Padrino, which has a great casual atmosphere for families. Romany and Villa Italia offer other family friendly choices.

Cheap quality Vietnamese in William St at Viet Ho.

Fremantle Take your pick on South Tce. Italian, Thai, Vietnamese, French. At Fishing Boat Harbour, fish and chips at Ciccerello's is a must. Eat on the boat and check out the massive fish tanks – a LetsGoKids fav. SALT in North Freo has kid's playground and activities.

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Who wants to eat near a beach or river?

Many of the cafes and restaurants overlooking the rivers and oceans are child friendly. Choose from half a dozen of cafes in Riverside Road, East Fremantle or treat yourself to an icecream at Matilda Bay, Point Walter or the South Fremantle beach cafe. At Kings Park, you can grab a burger at Stickybeaks or dine out in style overlooking the city at Fraser’s.

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Garden City Shopping Centre 125 Riseley St, Booragoon. Ph: 08 9364 7911 www.gardencity.com.au Westfield Innaloo Ellen Stirling Boulevard, Innaloo. Ph: 08 6466 2701 www.westfield.com.au/innaloo Karrinyup 200 Karringyup Rd, Karringyup. Ph: 08 9445 1122 www.karringyupcentre.com.au Centro Galleria Morley 4 Collier, Morley. Ph: 08 9375 3228 www.centro. com.au/Galleria Westfield Carousel 1382 Albany Hwy, Cannington. Ph: 08 9458 6344 www.westfield.com.au/carousel Rockingham Shopping Centre 1 Council Ave, Rockingham. Ph: 08 9527 9155 www.rockinghamshopping.com.au Centro Mandurah 330 Pinjarra Road Mandurah. Ph: 08 9535 5522 www.centromandurah.com.au Bunbury Forum Sandridge Rd Bunbury. Ph 08 9721 5899 www.bunburyforum.com.au Whitford City Cnr Marmion & Whitfords Ave Hillarys (08) 9401 4599 www.westfield.com.au/whitfordcity

Subiaco Open Mon-Sat and Thurs nights.This trendy eating and shopping area is on the train line, and along Rokeby Rd has many art and craft, book and toy stores.

Osborne Park Lots of megastore outlets situated along Scarborough Beach Road and of course Innaloo Shopping Centre is nearby.

Mt Lawley A developing and trendy shopping strip that is developing along Beaufort St. Claremont Open Monday-Saturday and Thursday nights.

Several trendy kid’s clothes shops, a kid’s shoe shop and a toy store are found in this expanding up market shopping strip.

Fremantle Young girls in particular will love Flying Teapots and the Pickled Fairy. Both are near one another behind the Town Hall. The Pickled Fairy has the shop assistants dressed as fairies and just going there and looking around is an experience the younger children will talk about for hours.

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Play / Party Perth and the South West is blessed with a mild winter and warm spring days, making it the perfect time of year for getting out into the great outdoors and enjoying the exceptional playgrounds, beaches and national parks that surround us.

Here are a few of our favourites: Kings Park and Botanic Gardens Full of wonderful venues and facilities for the whole family - whether you’re planning an afternoon picnic in the Botanic Garden, a quiet stroll along Fraser Avenue or on the hunt for adventure in one of the many play areas in the Park.

Kadidjiny Park in Melville was only opened last year, but is already a favourite for many families.The creative play space features a squiggly slide, climbing net, sandy bush tracks, rocks and limestones.

Heathcote Reserve in Applecross is home to a giant wooden pirate ship. The playground also features spectacular views across the Swan Rivers, although younger visitors will probably be more impressed with the swings and ice cream kiosk.

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For the little ones, the Ivey Watson Playground To meet and enjoy a vast selection of delicious food while the children play in the is a fun filled interactive play area where Ivey Watson Playground or Lotterywest Family Area. imaginations can run wild in a safe and interactive You can either take a seat under the patio and watch the excitement, take your meal to a shady grass patch and enjoy an impromptu picnic in the playground. environment. Perhaps go back to the age of the Stickybeaks Cafe is locacted within the Lotterywest Family Area, off Kings Park Rd. dinosaurs at Synergy Parkland, featuring a unique 37 Kings Park Rd, West Perth Ph: 9481 4990 blend of play and educational elements perfect for Rotary Park in Wanneroo is a state-of-the-art families with school aged children. play scape featuring innovative, universal access If it’s the thrill of discovery and adventure you’re after, play equipment suitable for children of all ages and abilities, including a liberty swing for children in then don’t miss the breathtaking views from the Lotterywest Federation Walkway, or the DNA Tower. wheelchairs. There’s plenty to explore, including an elevated tree walk with viewing and play platforms, South Perth has several outstanding play areas swings, slides, a cubby house, space net and climbing along its foreshore, including a newly built beach, frames. There’s also barbeque facilities and grassed the fitness trail, bike trail and a covered play area. areas for sporting activities and picnics.

There is plenty of expanses of manicured grass for picnicking and ball games. The views are awesome! Yanchep National Park has indigenous gardens, koalas, wallabies, caves, cafe, organized Lake Monger, Wembley has a great walking/ activities. Check: www.naturebase.net/yanchep cycling trail where you will see birds, tortoises and lots of joggers.

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Play / Party Perth and WA have some of the most pristine, white sand ocean strips anywhere in the world. The entire city of Perth is within about 30 mins of the coast no matter where you are.

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This means a swim, a surf, a snorkel, a walk are all possible any time of day. Here are some spots to check out close to you:

Cottesloe As good as it gets. Grassy knolls, great view of Rotto, shade, toilets, lifeguards and 600m from train station.

Grab an icecream and watch the sunset over Rotto.

Scarborough/Trigg Boogie boarding, surfing.

Yanchep/Quinns Rocks Almost deserted and beautiful white sand.

Mullaloo Great setting, playground, pub & shops.

Port & Leighton Great for littlies - Change rooms and patrolled swimming.

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Bathers Beach Fremantle Right beside Fishing Boat Harbour Hillarys More of a complex than a beach. Enjoy the safe sheltered swimming.

Rockingham Great foreshore location. Snorkelling in Shoalwater Bay Mandurah Silver Sands and beside Seashells Resort is best or swim in the estuary!

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Watch Whether it is the AFL, NBL, A League, Super 14, ANZ Netball, Sheffield Shield or ABL, Perth has teams in all the professional comps (and we have a lot of success too!) There is world class sport on offer all year round.

Here is a list of who plays where, how to get there and how to make contact.

West Coast Eagles (AFL) westcoasteagles.com.au Patersons Stadium: Train to Subiaco Fremantle Dockers (AFL) fremantlefc.com.au Patersons Stadium: Train to Subiaco Perth Wildcats (NBL) wildcats.com.au Challenge Stadium: Bus No. 28 from East Perth Perth Glory (A League) perthglory.com.au Western Warriors (Cricket) waca.com.au WACA: Red or Yellow CATS, St. George Tce buses Perth Scorchers (Cricket 20/20) WACA: Red or Yellow CATS, St. George Tce buses Western Force (Super 14) rugbywa.com.au nib Stadium: Traint to Claisebrook 300m walk West Coast Fever (Netball) westcoastfever.com.au Challenge Stadium: Bus No. 28 from East Perth Perth Heat (Baseball) web.theabl.com.au Baseball Park

Perth Wildcats 2012/13 Fixture Date Nov 16

Time 6:30pm

Match vs. Melbourne Tigers

Venue Perth Arena

Nov 22

6:30pm

vs. Adelaide 36ers

Perth Arena

Nov 30

6:30pm

vs. Sydney Kings

Perth Arena

Dec 7

6:30pm

vs. Cairns Taipans

Perth Arena

Jan 13

4:00pm

vs. Townsville Crocodiles

Perth Arena

Jan 18

6:30pm

vs. Cairns Taipans

Perth Arena

Jan 25

6:30pm

vs. Townsville Crocodiles

Perth Arena

Feb 3

4:00pm

vs. Wollongong Hawks

Perth Arena

Feb 8

6:30pm

vs. Melbourne Tigers

Perth Arena

Feb 15

6:30pm

vs. Gold Coast Blaze

Perth Arena

Feb 21

6:30pm

vs. Adelaide 36ers

Perth Arena

Mar 8

6:30pm

vs. Gold Coast Blaze

Perth Arena

Mar 17

4:00pm

vs. Wollongong Hawks

Perth Arena

Mar 22

7:00pm

vs. New Zealand Breakers Perth Arena

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Cinemas

Windsor Twin Cinema Hoyts Garden City 98 Stirling Highway, Nedlands Ph: 08 9386 3554 Almondbury Road, Booragoon Ph: 08 9316 0600 Dozens of cinema complexes, Reading Mandurah Fremantle playing the latest Hollywood 7 James Service Place, Mandurah Hoyts Queensgate blockbusters, are spread Ph: 08 9535 2800 throughout metropolitan Perth. William St, Fremantle Ph: 08 9430 6988 Ace Cinemas Midland Hoyts Millennium 181 Morrison Road, Midland Unfortunately, there is only one cinema, the Piccadilly, left Collie St, Fremantle Ph: 08 9430 6988 Ph: 08 9250 2620 in the city centre. But there are In The Suburbs Hoyts Rockingham plenty of options everywhere. Belmont Cinema Leghorn St, Rockingham Ph: 08 9527 8072 Busselton Drive-In Cnr Knutsford Ave & Fulham St, Belmont Perth CBD 27 Albert Street Busselton Ph: 08 9752 3655 Ph: 08 6272 9900 Grand Cinemas Bunbury Piccadilly Cinema Centre Hoyts Megaplex Carousel Cnr Clifton & Victoria St Bunbury Ph: Hay Street Mall, Perth CBD Ph: 08 9322 3577 Albany Highway, Cannington (08)9791 4418 Ph: 08 9351 2500 Small suburban cinemas Grand Cinemas Warwick Ace Cinemas Subiaco Corner Warwick Beach Road & Dorchester 500 Hay Street, Subiaco Ph: 08 9388 6500 Avenue, Warwick .au/home Cygnet Cinema Ph: 08 9448 3188 or 08 9246 4488 gcinemas.com www.readin om.au 16 Preston Street, Como Ph: 08 9367 1663 Greater Union Innaloo www.hoyts.c n.com.au Astor Cinema Liege Street, Innaloo Ph: 08 9446 8222 or www.greaterunio 659 Beaufort St, Mt Lawley Ph: 08 9370 1777 1902 263 456 (83 cents per minute)

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City of Canning

July 2-4 - Naidoc Week: Canning City High Schools: Newly commissioned Aboriginal Theatre play dealing with identity issues is shared with the local High School students in this interactive theatrical performance.

September - Canning Music Series: Canning Town Hall: The best of Classical, Jazz, and World music kicks off at vari ous city venues with post show discussi ons with these amazing mus icians.

October 20 - Canning City Schools Performance Concert : Come tour the newly opened and fabulous Cannington Leisurep lex and support your local school choir as they perform for Music Scho larship Funds.

Calendar of Events 2012-13

November 18 - Abruzzo Italian Food & Art Festival Civic Amphitheatre: A day long family fun event celebrating our Sister City agreement with the Abruzzo Region in Italy with the best of Italian food and art on display.

December 8 - Blessing of the River A Sustainable Eco Arts Fair, Kent St. Weir Park: A collaborative ceremony with the Swan River Trust and local Indigenous communities highlighting the health and awareness of the Swan/ Canning Rivers. Sustainable living options and eco arts are explored in this enviro nmentally focused festival.

December 16 - Carols by Candlelight: Civic Amphitheatre: The annual Christmas celebration with the Canning City Brass Band, Rossmoyne Community Singers, local Churches, TS Canning Naval Cadets, complete with a visit from Father Christmas!

January 1 - New Year’s Day Community Concert & Fireworks: Shelly Beach Foreshore: Family picnic day with children’s entertainment, bands, food, and fireworks to usher in the New Year.

January 11, February 8 & 22, March 8 Friday Family Nights: Various City Parks: 4 Friday summer entertainment nights showing classic family rated movies. Bring a blanket or chairs and sit under the stars while watching your favourite stars!

February 2-3 - Canning World Arts Exchange: Shelly Beach Foreshore: Artistic collaborations between Aboriginal Visual Artists from Warburton and international artists in front of symphonic, choral music and dance.

March 23 - Harmony Day Concert: Civic Amphitheatre: Multicultural food and performances are shared with the public in this exotic display of the world’s unique cultures. A food lover’s delight!

April 25 - Anzac Day: Canning War Memorial: A reflective and inspirational ceremony to honour all those who have given the ultimate sacrifice for our Nation. The Returned and Services League of Australia is proudly supported by many City of Canning community organizations.

St. Weir Park: ing June 3 - WA Day: Kent stern Australian includ ebrating all things We cel day nic pic Woodloes , uts Sco , Family fun ets Cad vel the TS Canning Na and stakeholder groups of rs, Castledare Railway, Region Park Voluntee er Riv g nin Can Museum, Ships Society. the Australian Model Town Hall: Group covering ing Arts Award: the Canning Arts by ed June 7-16 - Cann niz ga gories. or ds s art awar D, and Youth cate Annual prestigiou , mixed media, 3as nv Ca on ks or W Works on paper,

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Calling all kids, mums, dads and grown ups – We want you!

Check out the list below for great ideas of things to do and places to visit between June to December. There are lots of great markets, kids and family activities & special events to keep the whole family entertained, (and best of all lots of them are FREE!).

FOR MONTH TO MONTH UPDATES GO TO THE “WOT’S ON THIS MONTH” BUTTON ON OUR WEBSITE: WWW.LETSGOKIDS.COM. AU, AND WHILE YOU’RE THERE, SIGN UP FOR OUR GREAT NEW MONTHLY NEWSLETTER Weekly/Monthly Every Sunday Mandjar Markets Unique handmade arts and crafts with works inspired by local landscape, culture and lifestyle. Jewellery, paintings, clothes, photography, woodwork, body care products, candles, souvenirs and more. From October through to April Sundays between 9.00am – 4.00pm on the Mandurah eastern foreshore. · 0458 427 412 · mandjarmarkets@hotmail.com Growers Green Community Market Local and organic produce, fresh milk, free range meat and eggs, fish, honey, baked goods, hot breakfast, flowers, plants, olive oil, and more. 8am-12am Sth Fremantle High School, Lefroy Rd, Beaconsfield www.organichunter.com.au First Saturday Rotary Kalamunda Village Market Every Month A distinctive mix of quality craft, provisions and produce, it is set in the centre of Kalamunda. Visit the market then sample the boutique coffee shops and retail outlet scattered around the town. Held at the Central Mall, Kalamunda · 8:30am-3:30pm · 9257 2266 · www.kalamunda.wa.gov.au/Visitors First Saturday of Saturday Storytime Every Month In 2012, during the National Year of Reading, the City of Joondalup Libraries will be holding storytime readings and craft on Saturday mornings from 10:30am-11am. Our storytime sessions for children aged 2-4 yrs, encourage a love of reading, stimulate the imagination and enable social interaction with other children. Come and listen to the stories, sing some of your favourite nursery rhymes and create something crafty. · 9400 4759 · www.joondaluo.wa.gov.au Third Saturday of Byford Country Markets Every Month Fresh fruit and vegetables,jams,pickles, honey plus the mobile butcher as well as art, jewellery,fine woodwork,cakes,plants and second hand books are all on sale. Enjoy the live music and a delicious brunch. The Glades, cnr Abernethy & Warrington Rd, Byford. · 8.30am-12.pm · 0409 115 880 · www.serpentinevalley.com.au/markets First Sunday of Kalamunda Farmers Market Every Month The market allows the public to buy fresh local produce which is top quality direct from the grower. Held at the Central Mall, Kalamunda · 8am-12pm · 9257 1190 or 0425 890 146 · www.kalamundachamber.com.au Boddington Community Markets The Boddington Markets are a fundraising activity returning profits back into local community groups via funding grants. At the Boddington Old School Oval · 0421 623 406 · www.boddington.wa.gov.au/tourism/bodmar Second Sunday of Mundaring Sunday Markets Every Month Held in Nichol Street Mundaring from 9am-3pm. Indoor and outdoor venues feature a great variety of stalls including hand crafted goods and quality creative art products, locally grown fresh produce and plants, homemade foodstuffs and much more! · 0428 460 179 · www.rotarymundaring.wa.inaust.or Third Sunday of Dwellingup Country Craft Market Every Month In and around the beautiful old RSL McLarty St Dwellingup. All hand made products local and WA made came and enjoy some country hospitality and a great country drive to Dwellingup. For All Ages / Family.

RSL Hall Building, McLarty St, Dwellingup · (08) 9550 3999 · 10am-2pm · www.visitmandurah.com Fourth Sunday of Jarrahdale Country Markets Every Month Come and visit the lovely, historically rich town of Jarrahdale and enjoy an old fashioned village market. Fresh fruit, vegetables, home produce, homemade wooden items, bric-a-brac, lots of country produce, art and craft, and a sausage sizzle. · Fire Station Munro St, Jarrahdale · 8am -1pm · (08) 9525 9929 · www.serpentinevalley.com.au/markets

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Wot's On July Sunday 1st July to Sunday 21st October

DINOSAUR INVASION Explore-a-saurus has arrived... Get up-close-and-personal with these amazing prehistoric dinosaurs as you learn how they lived; how fast they ran, even test the strength of a T-Rex jaw - can you withstand the pressure? Test your paleontological skills by uncovering fossils and bones, comparing the types of plants that dinosaurs ate, examining insects under microscopes, recreating the sounds of various dinosaurs and seeing how they digested their food. · Scitech, City West Sutherland Street West Perth · 9215 0740 · www.scitech.org.au Tuesday 3rd July Sesame Street presents – Elmo’s World Tour Join Elmo and the Sesame Street gang as they tour Australia in this new show at the Bunbury Regional Entertainment Centre, Blair Street, Bunbury. For tickets and further information please contact 1300 661 272 · visitbunbury.com.au Sunday 8h July South West Sports Centre Open Day 2012 A day of FREE fun and entertainment for the whole family! Entry is free, all activities are free, including- bouncy castles, giant pool inflatable, petting zoo, merry-go-round, face painting, guest sports stars, membership specials, prizes and giveaways! 10am-2pm · South West Sports Centre,1 Rotary Ave, Hay Park, Bunbury · www.kidspot.com.au Tuesday 10th to Barking Gecko School Holiday Workshops Wednesday 11th A fun and creative journey.They work with industry specialists - from directors to stage combat choreographers. 7-10 July years: Mad Hatter’s Tea Party Discover the magic world of Alice in Wonderland and create your own characters to attend the Mad Hatter’s Tea Party. 11-13 years: Brothers Grimm Fairy Tales uses scenes from the original Grimm Fairy Tales to take them from the page to stage. · 9am-3pm · 1Subiaco Arts Centre · 180 Hamersley Rd, Subiaco Tuesday 10th & Hotdog Books 17th July Come and create your very own Hotdog Book, with a sporty or Olympic type of a theme.Then display them in the Library’s book cubby! Bookings are essential! · Seville Grove Library · 10am-4pm · 9399 0800 · www.armadale.wa.gov.au Wednesday 11th Kids Fun Day July Come on down to the Armadale Arena for our Kids Fun Day - with fun activities such as mini golf, sports activities, giant games and more!! For the young and young at heart. Ages 2+. Sessions at 9am-1pm & 1pm-4pm. Bookings are essential! · 9399 0840 · www.armadale.wa.gov.au Thursday 12th July Pyjama Storytime Come to the Armadale Library in your pyjamas and get excited about the 2012 Olympic Games. Have a listen to lots of sporty stories and you can even make your own medallion and streamers. Children of all ages welcome. · 6:30pm-7:30pm · 9399 0125 · www.armadale.wa.gov.au th Friday 13 July Full of Beanz - Olympics We have been lucky enough to have Emma from Full of Beanz who will have you off and running with Olympic themed physical activities. Only suitable for children aged 6-12 years. Bookings are essential! · Seville Grove Library · 10am-4pm · 9399 0800 · www.armadale.wa.gov.au Monday 16th to Mirror Mag Friday 20th July Play a game of laser tennis, see the Infinity Mirror, touch a virtual light globe and much more! Suitable for 8 to 16 year olds. Two sessions daily at 10.30am or 1.30pm. Limited places so book early to avoid disappointment. · Melville Discovery Centre, Civic Centre, 10 Almondbury Road, Booragoon · 9364 0158 · www.melvillecity.com.au Wednesday 18th Wonderful Wetlands July Learn about the Forrestdale Wetlands and make one of its inhabitants - a long necked tortoise. Bookings are essential! · History House Museum · 1pm-2pm · 9399 0419 · www.armadale.wa.gov.au Rhythm Fix - Drumming Workshop Children can enjoy using drums, hand held shakers, bells and blocks.There will be traditional African dance moves and fun rhythm games. Suitable for ages 5-12. · Armadale Library · 2:30pm-3:30pm 9399 0125 · www.armadale.wa.gov.au Thursday 19th and Worm-farming and Vegie Patches and Winter Wetlands- Piney Lakes Environmental Centre Friday 20th July So, you love learning about the environment? Come along if you love these interesting topics. Thurs 1pm3pm: Learn how to make a worm-farm and vegie patches and even growing your own vegetables. Take home your mini-worm- farms and watch them do their magic! Fri 11am-1pm: Meet our superstar volunteers who can teach you about Piney Lakes wetland wildlife! Go on a short bushwalk to our natural wetland to listen and hunt for frogs and turtles, then return to the centre to search the water samples for little creatures. Ages 5-12, max 25 participants. Bookings essential - 9364 0790 · www.melvillecity.com.au Sunday 22nd July WASO: PLAY ME A PICTURE - West Australian Symphony Orchestra A family event like no other! A picture paints a thousand words, and Phil Doncon together with your West Australian Symphony Orchestra will leave you speechless. As WASO plays some of the most colourful orchestral music, Phil will transform an empty canvas into something magical right before your very eyes. Suitable 6 – 13 year olds. · Start time: 3pm · www.perthconcerthall.com.au

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Wot's On July Monday 23rd July

August Friday 3rd August

Sunday 5th August

Saturday 25th August September Friday 7th and 14th September

Saturday 29th September to Monday 1st October

Saturday 29th September to Saturday 6th October

Dora the Explorer live – Search for the City of Lost Toys Australia’s favourite family show is coming to the Bunbury Regional Entertainment Centre, Blair Street, Bunbury. For tickets and further information please contact 1300 661 272. · visitbunbury.com.au Northam’s Avon River Festival A fantastic night for the whole family at the starting line of the 40th Act-Belong-Commit Avon Descent! Don’t miss the street parade through town with big bands, entertainment from street performers, local groups and much more.

Plenty of entertainment including market stalls, gourmet food; roving entertainers; a live band; fire works; a side show alley, free bouncy castles and rides. 3pm-10pm. · Bernard Park, Minson Ave, Northam. · www.visitnorthamwa.com.au Avon Descent Family Fun Day - City of Belmont Get up close to all of the action at the FREE family fun day and celebrate the 40th Anniversary of the Act-BelongCommit Avon Descent. Live commentary from 11:30am by the waterside. FREE children’s activities, discounted helicopter rides, FREE 94.5 Mix Grill and much more! · Garvey Park, Fauntleroy Ave, Ascot. · www.avondescent.com.au City of Swan Act-Belong-Commit Avon Descent Family Fun Day With more free entertainment and things to do, the family fun day includes live music and dance, roving performers, pony rides, a cuddly animal farm, rowing machine competition. Parking and toilet facilities available.

Located in Fishmarket Reserve in Guildford. Seating available inside a large marquee. ·11am-3pm. · Fishmarket Reserve, Swan St Guildford (Western end of Swan St) 9267 9267 · www.swan.wa.gov.au/events Town of Bassendean Act-Belong-Commit Avon Descent Vantage Viewing Head down to any of the Bassendean riverside reserves for great vantage viewing points of the race. Pack a picnic or make use the barbecue facilities at Sandy Beach Reserve Point Reserve, Pickering Park and Ashfield Parade Reserve. · 9377 8000 · www.bassendean.wa.gov.au or City of Bayswater Act-Belong-Commit Avon Descent Family Fun Day Nothing beats an exciting finish! Join support crews and spectators to welcome competitors over the finish line. Experience the action live with race commentary and footage on the big screen. Enjoy a sensational FREE day out for the whole family! Bouncy castles, face painting, roving entertainment - the list goes on! Pack a picnic, or enjoy the various food vendors on-site! 11am-5pm · Riverside Gardens, Bayswater (Parking via Slade and King William Streets) · 9272 0622 · www.bayswater.wa.gov.au/events Children’s Book Week Justin D’Ath, storyteller and author of over 30 books for children and young adults will be at the library to talk about his books and writing. · Armadale Library · 10:30pm-11:30pm · 9399 0125 · www.armadale.wa.gov.au Great Australian Marsupial Nightstalk 1& 2 1: Participate in an Australia wide spotlighting survey to identify native mammals and feral animals. Please bring along a torch. Animal Ark will be present from 5.30pm- 6.30pm; meet visitors such as Monty the Phython, Adelaide the blue-tongue skink, Phoebe the frog and Carla the creepy crawly.The nightstalk runs from 6.30pm-8pm. Registrations are essential 2: The Kwenda Marlark - Conservation Walk Trail is located within the Perth Airport conservation estate (off Horrie Miller Drive), it contains 600 native species and provides valuable habitat for a variety of fauna.

Participate in an Australia-wide spotlighting survey to identify native mammals and feral animals. Please bring a torch.

The nightstalk will depart at 6.30pm taking one hr. Children must be supervised by a parent/ guardian. · 9477 7257 joanne.driscoll@belmont.wa.gov.au · www.belmont wa.gov.au · Garvey Park- Fauntleroy Ave, Ascot Bunbury Kidsfest Is a funtabulous interactive festival held inside a massive marquee village and features eight awesome activity zones - Science, Physical Activity, Mining and Construction, Kids Kitchen, Creative Kids, Festival Theatre, Animals and Under 5’s.There will be performances by some of the best children’s entertainers in the country and hands-on activities and workshops. Patrons pay one entry fee and all the fun inside is free. With a picnic area, parenting room, pram parking and free car parking - the festival has the right ingredients for the perfect start to the Term 3 school holidays. 9am-4pm Daily · Bunbury Recreation Ground, Ocean Drive, Bunbury · www.bunburykidsfest.com.au Perth Royal Show 2012 This is Perth’s biggest community event as it attracts approximately 400,000 visitors from the city and the country every year. With a rich history spanning a whopping 170 yeas, the Show is an iconic social and cultural event which showcases WA’s agricultural, small business and entertainment. 9am-9pm daily. · www.royalperthshow.com.au

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Wot's On October Monday 1st October to Saturday 1st December Friday 5th October

Saturday 13th October Sunday 28th October to Sunday 11th November

Fremantle Festival 2012 The Festival is the principal community event held in Fremantle each year. It is a celebration of the stimulating and colourful culture that enriches Fremantle and fosters participation of all cultural, ethnic, arts and community groups. · www.fremantle.wa.gov.au

Sunday 28th October

Subiaco Craft and Community Fair The fair kicks off at 10am from the Oak Lawn University of Western Australia Run by Rotary Club of Matilda Bay will all profits to local charities.This community initiative is proudly supported by the City of Subiaco · www.subiaco.wa.gov.au Mandurah Childrens Festival Mandurah’s majestic foreshore is transformed into an amazing playground where children and parents alike can participate & interact, using their imagination while visiting the continents of the world, in line with this year’s theme ‘Children of the World’. Join the 1000 of families who have experienced the diversity and creativeness and pure joy that is the ‘Mandurah Children’s Festival’ on the Eastern Foreshore from 9am-3:30pm. · 9550 3840 · www.mandurah.wa.gov.au Zig Zig Festival Thousands are expected to attend this outstanding festival. The children’s area has lots of themed activities, and three stages with live performances all day long. Large number of craft and food stalls and a spectacular parade to finish. 10am-8pm · Stirk Park, Kalamunda · 9291 3092 · www.zigzagfestival.org Witches, Wizards & WASO They’re creepy, kooky, mysterious and spooky… WASO that is! This thrilling, spine-tingling showcase of spooky classics will be a treat this Halloween. Dress up as your favourite scary characters and hear some of the bestknown eerie music of all time! Suitable 6 -13 year olds. · Perth Concert Hall · 5 St Georges Terrace Perth, WA ·www.enjoyperth.com.au

November Sunday 4th November

John Hughes Big Walk Through this great community event, the Rotary Club/ PMH Foundation partnership has raised just over $500,000 for vital cancer services at PMH in the last six years. This fantastic event encourages people of all ages and abilities to exercise together and enjoy the surroundings of Perth. Participants can choose to walk 15km, 11km or 6km, with all distances starting and finishing at Burswood Park. · www.bigwalk.com.au

Saturday 17th to Sunday 18th November

Perth Heritage Days An exciting program of FREE activities is available, which aimed to make the weekend Perth’s biggest ever heritage event that will showcase the City’s history going back many thousands of years. The program includes numerous exciting new venues and activities including; Craftsmen interactive displays, a family Bible exhibition, kids activities at the Art Gallery of WA and an art exhibition. Heritage Perth Heritage Days activities are FREE fun for all the people of all ages. · www.heritageperth.com.au

Friday 23rd to Saturday 24th November

The Wanneroo Show Is an annual Agricultural show held on the last weekend of November each year within the City of Wanneroo at the Wanneroo Showgrounds. and has been going for over 100 years. The show is the premier annual event within the City of Wanneroo featuring agricultural competitions, rides, and showbags. The show attracts over 20,000 people each year making it the states largest regional agricultural show. · www.wannerooshow.com.au

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AQWA Reefwalker Become an AQWA Reefwalker and discover diving as you travel underwater through the colorful world of a living reef. No diving experience required! Guided underwater walk through one of the worlds largest living coral reef exhibits! · 9447 7500 · www.aqwa.com.au Ghost Walks The City of Gosnells’ Ghost Walk provides a chance to meet friendly Ghosts on a 5.5km moonlit track. Explore the rich history of the Mason and Bird Timber Mill Company and the many characters who walked the very same track hundreds of years previous. Meet many bush characters and in the magnificent bush scenery. Leaving from Hardinge Park Picnic Area in Orange Grove and takes 3 hrs. A supper is provided by the Maddington Scout Group at the end of the walk. Family prices are available· Hardinge Road, Orange Grove · 9397 3111 · www.gosnells.wa.gov.au Waroona Show Enjoy a family day out and see animals, ring events, sideshows, log chop, art & crafts, fireworks & live entertainment.

A must for all the family. · Waroona Show Gounds/Town Oval · 9733 1092 · www.waroona.wa.gov.au

Christmas At The Fair: Kalamunda Begin your Christmas carols early with Christmas at the fair! This wonderful event includes a Sausage Sizzle, Camel Rides, Kids Activities, Games, Christmas Theme. Fun for thw whole family! 4pm-7pm · Rangeview Park, Swan Rd High Wycombe · 9454 4626 · www.kalamunda.wa.gov.au

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From Yanchep to Busselton you will find many types of family friendly places in which to stay.

Here’s a few suggestions: CBD- Mont Clare Apartments (p.47) is a great option. On the CAT route, quieter location with ample space and self catering, Perfect! Regal Apartments, Holiday Inn and Rydges (both middle of CBD) all have family rooms at reasonable rates.

North- Try Club Capricorn at Yanchep or Hillary’s Harbour Resort in the Hillarys area. Mandurah is all geared up for the kids, Quest and Ocean Chalets (see below - has some LGK deals) offer apartments at reasonable prices. Further South is Preston Beach Resort (see opposite) which is a resort right on the sand. Awesome! South West- Bunbury, Busselton, Dunsborough and Margaret River all have a huge variety of accommodations to suit all tastes.

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The ultimate family beach holiday.

Getaway for a week or the weekend.

70 mins from Perth, but metres from the beach!!

56 Mitchell Road Preston Beach WA 6215 (08) 9739 1111 www.footprintsprestonbeach.com.au

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FUN FOR ALL THE FAMILY. WONDERFUL.

Whiteman Park is open every day of the year. There’s so much to do and see. Explore the Children’s Forest or tour the Park by vintage bus, train or tram. Visit one of the many attractions or simply have fun with your family in the Park.

AttrActions: • Caversham Wildlife Park; • Motor Museum of WA; • Tractor Museum of WA; • Revolutions Transport Heritage Centre; • Birds of Prey Flying Display; and • Children’s amusements.

FAcilities: • Bike hire; • Barbecues; • Sports courts; • Café; • A range of shops such as The Lolly Stop; and • Children’s playground.

A number of events are held throughout the year. For all the details go to www.whitemanpark.com.au, sign up for our e-newsletter or follow us on Facebook.