LetsGoKids Perth Magazine - 2013 Edition

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

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General City of South Perth Front Cover & 13 Rockingham Wild Encounter Inside Front Perth Zoo Inside Back Whiteman Park Back Cover Chatterbox Speech Pathology 5 Seven Network 72

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The Perth Mint 8&9 State Library of Western Australia 9 The Barking Gecko 10 Scitech 11 Western Australian Art Gallery 12 Aviation Heritage Museum 14 City of Cockburn Library 14 Rottnest Island Authority 15 Kalumunda Heritage Museum 15 AQWA 16 Fish WA 17 Army Museum of WA 19 Fremantle Prison 20 Fremantle Fishing Boat Harbour 21 Skyview Wheel 21 Armadale Reptile Centre 22 Araluen Botanical Park 22 City of Armadale 22 City of Wanneroo 23 Gin Gin Observatory 24 Gravity Discovery Centre 26 City of Swan 28 Swan Valley Wagon Trails 28 The Maze 29 Caversham Wildlife Park 30

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Dolphin Discovery Centre Bunbury Wildlife Park Busselton Jetty Ngilgi Caves Margaret River Nuts and Cereals Sunflower Farm Silk Road

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The Pickled Fairy & Other Myths Babes by the Beach Kids Beds WA Skids Swimwear Toyworld Trover Learning Fat Cat Dolls

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Simmo’s Icecreamery Tom, Dick & Harry Candy Cow Salt on the Beach Siena’s Leederville Hogs Breath

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Fremantle Arts Centre Perception Deception Swan Valley Cuddly Animal Farm Supa Golf Swan Valley Oasis Just 4 Fun King Carnival Dekked Out Adventures Country Life Farm Stickybeaks Playground Cafe Nearer to Nature Bibbulman Track Adventure World Partyzone Amusements for Kids Wild Kidz AMF Fire Engine Fun Chipmunks Playland & Cafe Xtreme Ice Arena Venues West My Gym City of Stirling Cannington & Riverton Leisureplex Kid Sport

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Gloucester Park Harness Racing Pinjarra Paceway Hoyts Perth Wildcats Western Force

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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 25 Dec Christmas Day 29 Mar 26 Dec Boxing Day 1 Apr 1 Jan New Year’s Day 25 Apr 28 Jan Australia Day 3 Jun 4 Mar Labour Day 30 Sep

Good Friday Easter Monday Anzac Day Foundation Day Queen’s Birthday

School Holidays in 2012/2013 Summer 19 Dec 12 – 3 Feb 13 Autumn 20 Apr 13 – 5 May 13 Winter 6 Jul 13 – 21 Jul 13 Spring 28 Sept 13 – 13 Oct 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!

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Post Offices

Post Offices are open 9am-5pm, Mon-Fri and Sat mornings.

You can buy stamps, send mail and transfer money. They also have phone books available for country and interstate areas.

Stamps can also be bought from most newsagents.

Georges Terrace......................66 St Georges Terrace GPO Post Shop.......................Perth Arcade, Shop 5 & 2,

230 Murray Street

Adelaide Terrace.....................7/256 Adelaide Terrace Cloisters Square......................863 Hay Street Northbridge Post...................ATO Building, Shop 7-8

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East Perth ...................................249 Hay Street West Perth................................1195 Hay Street

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.

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Emergency – Phone 000 Important phone numbers: Police, Fire & Ambulance ....................................... 000 Kids Help Line ....................................... 1800 551 800 Airport ................................................. (08) 9478 8888 Interpreter Service ......................................... 13 1450

Transport Handy Hints

• Taxi to or from CBD & the airport is about $35 • Perth Zoo is within Zone 1 ferry service.

For more info on Buses, Trains & Ferries: www.transperth.wa.gov.au 13 6213

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Tourist Info Centres Western Australian Visitor Centre 55 William St 08 9483 1111 Armadale Visitor Centre 40 Jull St, Armadale 08 9399 0410

Providing Speech Therapy In a fun and interactive maner for children from the age of 18 months

Fremantle Visitor Centre Fremantle Town Hall, William St Fremantle 08 9431 7878 Mandurah Visitor Centre 75 Mandurah Tce, Mandurah 08 9550 3999 Mundaring Visitor Centre The Old School, 7225 Great Eastern Hwy, Mundaring 08 9295 0202 Pinjarra Visitor Centre George St, Pinjarra 08 9531 1438 Rockingham Visitor Centre 19 Kent St, Rockingham, 08 9592 3464 Rottnest Island Visitor Centre Located at the end of the main jetty 08 9372 9730 Swan Valley Visitor Centre Meadow and Swan Sts, Guildford 08 9379 9400 Bunbury Visitor Centre Old Railway Station, Carmody Pl Bunbury 08 9792 7205 Busselton Visitor Centre 38 Peel Tce, Busselton 08 9752 1288 Dunsborough Visitor Centre Seymour Boulevard, Dunsborough 08 9752 5800

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0405 176 931 info@chatterboxwa.com.au www.chatterboxwa.com.au

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Costs for suburban transport vary according to how far you travel and are divided into zones.

Standard Concession

2 sections $1.90 $0.80 1 Zone $2.70 $1.10 2 Zones $4.00 $1.60 3 Zones $4.90 $2.00 4 Zones $5.80 $2.30 5 Zones $7.10 $2.80 6 Zones $8.10 $3.20 7 Zones $9.40 $3.80 8 Zones $10.20 $4.10 9 Zones $11.00 $4.40 DayRider* $11.00 $4.40 FamilyRider* $11.00 na Student C* $0.50 (5-14yrs)

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Out & About - Perth City Perth Checklist

Perth is an awesome place any time of year with sooo many options to keep the family entertained in our great town.

You must...

• Visit Scitech - See why Science is cool! (p.11)

Photo courtesy of Tourism WA

From the city to the beach, the Canning and Swan Rivers to the nearby hills or just at the local park, there is plenty of open space to run, play, swim, boat or picnic!

So much of Perth is set up for the outdoor lifestyle and we’ve gone and found the activities, the events, the deals and specials, and those parks and attractions you didn’t know about. So get the troops together, take advantage of our vouchers and offers in the book and online, sign up for our enewsletter to stay “in the know” and get out there and DO IT!

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Present this voucher for FREE child entry with each paying adult.

Expires 30/11/13 310 Hay Street, East Perth WA Phone 1300 366 520

Open 7 days www.perthmint.com.au/visit

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• 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.62).

• See a live gold pour at the Perth Mint (p.8) • 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 (p.46).

• 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.9) • 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.

• Go down to the Heirssan Island and checked out the colony of Western Grey Kangaroos • Search for ghosts at Fremantle Prison (p.20) • Check out an exhibition for kids at the WA Art Gallery (p.12) • Visit the Aviation (p.14) and Army Museum (p.19)

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• See the biggest coin ever made, weighing one tonne of pure gold!

• Touch $700,000 worth of pure gold • Watch pure gold being poured into a gleaming solid gold bar • Discover the value of your weight in gold • See Australia’s most spectacular collection of natural gold nuggets • Engrave a medallion with your own personal message

Open 7 days www.perthmint.com.au/visit 310 Hay Street East Perth WA Phone 1300 366 520

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• View the world’s largest collection of pure gold bars

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Out & About - Perth City

• Great Racing every Friday Night • Award Winning Restaurants • Oncourse Casino • Free Kids Entertainment • Live Music – every week in summer

SEW-Eurodrive WA Pacing Cup – 11 January FIREWORKS Yes Loans Fremantle Cup – 18 January Healthway Lord Mayor’s Cup Family Night – 1 February Global Insurance Broking Chinese New Year – 22 February FIREWORKS Healthway Family Night – 15 March FIREWORKS

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General enquiries 9323 3555. Restaurant enquiries 6210 8688. Gloucester Park is a Smoke Free venue. This is a licensed event.

Juveniles (persons under 18 years) must be accompanied and supervised at the event by their parent/step-parent or legal guardian at all times.

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Out & About - Perth City Not much money? Times are tough? a swim, grab an ice-cream and watch the sun set

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Let us show you how to spend a day (or a week) in Perth on a budget .... see lots, spend not much (or just a little).

There’s no excuses now, get out there and DO IT! 1. If you haven’t been to the city before, or not for a while, jump on the world’s cheapest sightseeing tour - A Perth CAT bus. The city landscape has changed dramatically in the last few years and here is a FREE way to check it out. Routes are listed on p. 6-7. Hop on, hop off!

2. Join a volunteer guide or guide yourself on a walking tour of the city. Contact City of Perth info kiosk in Murray St Mall for details - FREE!!

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3. Head to the WA Library in Northbridge - Great new kids area with great activities and events for free. (p..9) 4. Stoll over to Sth Perth and check out the cool playgrounds along the Swan. Go for a long family ride from Sth Perth over the Causeway to the city.There is plenty of parking available along the route to start your trip!

5. Head down to Cottesloe just before sunset, have

over Rottnest - “A million dollar view” 6. Take some bread to lake Monger and feed a duck or two. The birdlife is awesome.

7 Admire the paintings, craft and sculpture from Western Australia, the Central Desert and Arnhemland at the WA Art Gallery (p.12).

8. Visit the Air Force Museum (p.14) in Bull Creek right next to Leach Hwy Freeway exit (costs a little) 9. Stroll through Fremantle on a Sunday and take in a spectacular show from one of the street performers (donations always welcome) 10. The statues along the length of St. George’s Tce tell the history of the city (and make for a great photo opportunity - especially the kangaroos on the corner of Barrack St & St George’s Tce! 11. Heirisson Is at the end of the Causeway has a resident kangaroo mob. Hop over and check it out.

12. Take a ride on the ferry from Barrack St jetty to South Perth and stroll the streets, have lunch or even visit the zoo (inside back cover) 13. Catch some Harness Racing action at Gloucester Park (p.10) Kids are FREE 14. Do a tour of the famous WACA (costs a little) 15. Experience the ‘hands on’ Marine Naturaliste Centre (p.17) at Hillary’s (costs a little) 16. Check p.64 and find out which council is running free concerts, festivals or movie nights. Kids love them and so does your wallet!

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Out & About in - The Suburbs The suburbs of Perth have loads to see and do!

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The local councils provide some great events, parks, gardens, walking paths, cycle trails and state of the art aquatic centres. Below are some selections to get you started.

Adults $10 Children $5

Family $25

Discounts for group bookings

Students & Pensioners $7.50

South Perth - Watersports on the Swan River - The Canning River Walk Trail in Waterford leads through an exceptional area of natural bushland.

- The fitness trail along the Swan is challenging and fun at the same time.

- A bike path runs right along the river foreshore.

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The Suburbs- Out & About in Melville - Wireless Hill Park - Old signal station museum, bbqs, picnic spots, views.

- Point Walter: Café, playground,

river swimming, shady trees.

- Melville Discovery Centre - Located at the council offices. An interesting look at the growing up of the Melville area - FREE. Bassendean - River foreshore parks: Sandy Beach Reserve, Point Reserve, Success Hill Reserve and Ashfield Flats: Swimming, birdwatching, picnic, BBQ or stroll along the riverside.

- Bike paths through character community.

Bayswater - Riverside Gardens: Swim, birdwatch at Eric Singleton Bird Sanctuary; picnic; free BBQ facilities, walks and cycle trails.

Worth a look!

“Rotto” is an ideal spot to take the kids for the day. Discover one of the islands 63 beaches or bays and enjoy snorkelling, swimming, hire a bike or hop on the Train.You can even do an Eco tour or stay overnight.

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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Hillarys - Out & About Mundaring - The Mundaring weir & “Golden Pipeline” pumping station-great views & picnic/bbq:

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- Perth Hills National Parks Centre - Nearer to Nature (p.46) experiences - Munda Biddi Trail day or o’night rides - Lake Leschenaultia camp, swim, cycle & walk trails

Hillarys Hillary’s Boat Harbour is situated 20 minutes north of Perth via the extremely scenic coastal road or by Freeway to Whitfords Rd.

Photo courtesy of Tourism WA

It is a destination in itself, with shops, casual and formal eateries, a safe swimming beach, The Western Australian Aquarium, the “hands on” Marine Naturaliste Centre, The Great Escape Adventure Park and plenty of free parking. It has a boat launching ramp and you can even catch a fast ferry from Hillary’s across to beautiful Rottnest Island. They depart daily.

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

Rockingham - Visit Penguin Island - Snorkelling in Shoalwater Bay - Take a dolphin cruise

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Hillary’s even has its own Resort Hotel! It offers a great alternative to staying in the CBD or down south.

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39 Northside Drive, Hillarys Boat Harbour T: 9203 0339 www.nmdc.com.au

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WA’s oceans and rivers through vibrant displays and interactive exhibits.

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Fremantle - Out & About Freo - Way to go!

Army Museum of Western Australia

Although only 20 mins from Perth by car or train, Fremantle is a destination in itself for all ages. The old seafaring town has played host to sailors from all over the world for well over 100 years and the whole area has reminders of days gone by. The sandstone buildings and small cottages give you a real sense of life in the 1800’s. The best way to explore the whole area is to jump on one of the FREE Cat buses at any one of the 27 stops listed on this page and get your bearings. You can then get ready to go exploring!

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

13) South Tce Fisheries Dept.

14) South Tce Charles St 15) South Tce Wardie St 16) South Tce Orient St 17) Marine Tce Douro Rd 18) Marine Tce Freo Sailing Club 19) Marine Tce & Capo D’Orlando Dr 20) Marine Tce Free Parking 21) Esplanade Hotel 22) Maritime Museum & Fishing Boat Harbour 23) Phillimore St Victoria Quay

Walk up to the old jail and do a tour (they have spooky night tours too!), pop into the Maritime Museum to get a real feel for the seafaring days, collect a free trail map from the Visitors Centre in Kings Square and walk one or more of the interpretive trails around the town, or visit one of the markets in Freo (details p.59)

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Freo has a charm that just keeps people coming back again and again - Come and see why!

Photo courtesy of Tourism WA

Throughout the year the Esplanade Park plays host to many events and festivals. There is always something going on! Check out our Wot’s On (p.64) for dates and details.

The Skyview Observation Wheel at the Fishing Boat Harbour gives you a bird’s eye view of the whole area and whilst down there visit one of the many great restaurants and eateries. Check out the huge fish tanks at Cicerellos, and on a hot day, Bather’s Beach is a great place for the kids to have a swim.

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Out & About - Armadale Only 30 mins from the CBD, the city of Armadale is fast growing up!

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Its brand new library, leisure and sports facilities are amongst the best in the country.The city also takes much pride in its cultural heritage and has a Vintage Machinery Museum and History House Museum.

Araluen Botanic Park is a picture perfect picnic area with plenty of shade, magnificently manicured gardens and room to move.

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Learn more about these at Armadale Reptile Centre (see below) which is definitely worth a visit!!

HEAVEN IN THE HILLS An extraordinary garden in a breathtakingly beautiful setting.

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Phone/Fax (08) 9399 6927 Open 10am - 4pm Closed Wed excluding holidays

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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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Wanneroo - Out & About The City of Wanneroo is only 20 minutes from Perth and is home to a number of well kept secrets that offer visitors some unique experiences.

Explore the pristine beaches, underground caves or go canoeing on the lake. Try mini golf, go karting or bike riding in peaceful surroundings.

The city is progressive and loves families. The Library and museum facilities are state of the art. They run regular kids programmes as well as periodically hosting child themed exhibitions (p.27).

The council also run many family events including regular movie nights.

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Who thought science could be so much fun for all ages?

Website: www.ginginobservatory.com Email: stars@ginginobservatory.com Address: 1098 Military Rd, Gingin West. Phone: 9575 7740

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Out & About - Wanneroo Just north of Wanneroo, you will find Yanchep N.P. It is a great family day out with kangaroos, koalas, picnic spots and even caves to explore.

20 mins further on is the Gin Gin area. Explore the Gravity Discovery Centre, have dinner and then visit the night sky at the super cool observatory (p.25) - A great day out!

Interactive science, with heaps of hands-on activities

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Out & About - Swan Valley Family Fun in the Swan Valley With plenty of family friendly attractions, Perth’s Swan Valley is the ideal place to let the kids run free and indulge in their love of nature, tasty treats and outdoor activities.

A unique award-winning “Wagon Trails” invite you to climb aboard to discover the sights, tastes and experiences. Range of trails! For all ages.

Cnr West Swan and Gnangara Roads, Henley Brook 0412 917 496 • www.swanvalleywa.com

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Just a 25-minute drive from the city centre, the Swan Valley has long been a favourite among Perth locals for family friendly attractions. Choose from fun outdoor activities and special events during school holidays, as well as great picnic spots and play areas. Meet wildlife and cuddly farm animals. Treat the family to chocolate and ice cream, or visit one of the many wineries and cafés featuring safe playgrounds that will keep the kids occupied for hours.

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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. (back cover)

Done some tasting and had a meal at a winery Done the Amazing Valley Chase (p.28) A free fun treasure hunt around the Valley. Pretend it is the Amazing Race.

Caught a show and mixed with the animals at Caversham Wildlife Park 8.30 - 4.30 (p. 30) Had a great family day at The Maze (p.29), losing yourself in 32 acres of gardens and parklands.

Had a round of golf that everyone can play at Oasis Supa Golf (p.29) Sampled some raw honey at the House of Honey Done a tour of the old Guildford Goal Tried a local brew at Mash Had a game of Laser Tag at Lasercorp Cycled the Swan Valley Food and Wine Cycle

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Gone and held or petted a Cuddly Animal (p.29)

Tried some nougat at Mondo Nougat Gone and walked the Guildford Heritage Walk Trail Tasted some chocolate or had some ice- cream Travelled the old fashioned way with SwanValley Wagon Trails and rode around theValley (p.28)

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6. Surname of the Premier of Western Australia.

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9. The footy team Nic Naitanui plays for.

2. The family science centre.

10. What is the official emblem of Perth?

3. Where is the Peel Zoo is located?

12. Famous beach suburb of Perth.

5. Name of one of Western Australia’s AFL team.

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11. What is the name of the restaurant area in Perth? 16. Mandurah inlet.

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You can visit for the day or a relaxing stay in Mandurah... endless possibilities, endless fun, endless things to do with your family and friends.

Climb, slide, splash, jump.

Floating fun for ALL ages!

Little Kid's Knee Deep park for under 7yrs and main park with slides, trampolines, see-saws, climbing walls plus paddle boats and Shady trees, bbqs and fantastic views make it perfect for a family day out! Great for groups and birthday parties too!

www.just4funaquapark.com.au & like us on facebook

Look for dolphins while cruising the waterways, catch a feed from the estuary or have dinner on the foreshore, swim in the inlet or at one of the beautiful beaches., play mini golf, visit the carnival, grab a kayak and use manpower to explore the waterways, go crazy at the one-of-a-kind

Rottnest Island - Open every day Nov- April Mandurah - Open weekends & every day in school holidays or by arrangement, Dec - March

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The name Mandurah comes from the Aboriginal word “mandjar” which means “meeting place”

inflatable waterpark “Just 4 Fun”, visit a relative or another species at the Peel Zoo, eat some fish Take advantage of the great family meal offer at Spur and chips on the waterfront, or just go shopping.

Steakhouse in town. Great food plus a kid’s playroom. Whatever your speed - hectic or relaxed Mandurah has something for everyone!

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Taken a cruise on the Peel Inlet Had a conversation with a pelican on the foreshore Walked the boardwalk & grabbed an icecream at Simmo’s Strolled across the bridge to Dolphin Quay and visited the great kids shop - Babes by the Beach (p.39)

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Out & About - Bunbury Located 190km south of Perth and serviced by a major highway, Bunbury is the gateway to the South West.

It is almost surrounded by water and has the calm waters of the Indian Ocean at its doorstep as well as inlets, waterways and canals for fishing, swimming and paddling.

Photo courtesy of Tourism WA

Bunbury’s main attraction is its friendly dolphins!

They regularly visit Koombana Bay where visitors to the Dolphin Discovery Centre get a chance to interact with them on the beach. The dolphins mostly visit in the morning and are more regular during the warmer months.

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 scenic lookouts, bicycle tours and hiking through the National Parks and forests that surround Bunbury.

Come & enjoy a great family day out!

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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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Busselton & Margaret River - Out & About THE REGION The seaside towns of Busselton and Dunsborough are nestled along the wide sandy shores of Geographe Bay, protected from the prevailing winds. The calm beaches of the Bay are perfect for swimming, fishing, snorkelling and diving. Just on the western side of Cape Naturaliste, the beachscape changes completely, with Yallingup and Margaret River being world famous for their excellent surf breaks, sandy beaches and hidden coves.

There are swimming and diving platforms, interpretive plaques and for those less athletically inclined, you can board the jetty train to travel the 1.7km to the observatory!

Busselton has a history museum but its main claim to fame is its timber jetty that is the longest in the Southern Hemisphere and stretches 1.8km. It has an underwater observatory that provides an opportunity to view the amazing marine life of Geographe Bay’s underwater garden at a depth of 8m!

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Along the way to Busselton there is the newly opened “Xscape” which will be an exciting addition to the area, with a myraid of climbing, bouncing and jumping activities, and Countrylife Farm (p.43) is nearby for the “littlies” that provides a great interactive experience.

Ngilgi Caves and the lighthouse are nearby to explore.

Busselton & Margaret River

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These are set against a backdrop of rugged cliffs, rolling green hills and native bushland. It is diverse and beautiful, and is full of things for families to do!

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The Margaret River region has mini golf, an interesting family experience at Silk Road where you can see real silkworms, nearby the Nuts & Cereals factory has a great playground, a soccer pitch and tastings and Sunflowers Farm (see above) has a true hands on farm experience.

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Don’t forget to check out Cowaramup with its “Cow” themed streets. Take your camera and make sure you visit the “Candy Cow”. Whilst the region does have a reputation for its wine which mum and dad will love, there is plenty of activities to keep the young ones happy.

Margaret River Silk Road Australia’s First Commercial Silk Farm

We grow mulberry trees and cultivate silkworms to produce home-grown Australian silk! Visit us to see silkworms and learn how silk is made, as well as check out our mulberry jams and teas; and beautiful silk clothing, bags and scarves.

307 Harmans Mill Rd Metricup•Open 10-5 everyday www.margaretriversilkroad.com•Ph: 08 9755 6401

Animal feed and rides FREE with entry* OPEN 9:30AM - 5:00PM, 7 DAYS A WEEK Bring the family to Country Life Farm and let the kids hand feed the friendly farm animals!

Rabbits, guinea pigs, goats, sheep, geese, ducks, donkeys, ponies, cows, llama and curious alpaca!

Services Offered: Giant bouncy castles, huge inflatable slide, indoor adventure playground, BBQ area, boat rides, dodgem cars (with additional cost,as they are not free with entry), merry-go-round, tots play area plus FREE tea & coffee!

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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.

Gosnells Hotel • Hog's Breath Restaurants • Wanneroo Tavern •Brooklands Tavern - Southern River • Spur Steakhouse, Mandurah • SALT - North Fremantle • Lakes Tavern - Thornlie • Cicerello's Fremantle & Mandurah • Mash Brewing - Swan Valley Restaurant precincts in the more 'touristy' areas and our favourites: Northbridge Restaurants everywhere. Sunday Yum Cha destination. For dinner, 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. Leederville Cuisines of all varieties on Oxford St. Cafe's, takeaways and restaurants. Kids love the simple foods at the Dome (these are scattered all over Perth and are a relatively inexpensive and tasty

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Swan Valley Heaven for sweet tooths with chocolate and nougat factories. Some of the older wineries feature large picnic grounds and many of the vineyards have restaurants and cafes. Mash Brewing offer great options for keeping the kids entertained while you enjoy a locally brewed quality beer or cider.

Fremantle At Fishing Boat Harbour, fish and chips at Ciccerello's is a must. Eat on the boat and check out the massive fish tanks. SALT in North Freo (see voucher below) has kid's playground and activities. – a LetsGoKids fav

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Play / Party Perth’s sensational weather means we can spend lots of time enjoying the great outdoors!

You can play, walk, run, swim, climb, ride or picnic, get up close and personal with animals and even sit still and watch the world go by. We’re blessed with choices and here are a few of our favourite parks…

Kings Park would have to be one of our nation’s best… and its FREE! Pack a picnic or call in and see Roy at Stickybeaks (see right), and make a day of it.

Climb the DNA tower, check out the views from the Walkway, take the littlies to the Ivey Watson Playground, go back to the age of dinosaurs at Synergy Parkland or try the newly referbished Saw Avenue adventure playground. BBQ’s, toilets and pavilions are available.

Lake Monger, Wembley has a great walking/cycling trail where you will see birds, tortoises and lots of joggers.

South Perth has several outstanding play areas along its foreshore, including a newly built beach, the fitness trail, bike trail and a covered play area.

There is plenty of expanses of manicured grass for picnicking and ball games. The views are awesome!

The Foreshore, Mandurah will delight children of all ages.The playground is shaded in summer and has a variety of swings, slides, climbing frames and seesaws for toddlers and adventurous youngsters.

Faulkner Park in Belmont is an awesome themed playground, with shade and water play features

Nearer to Nature Fun nature based activities for everyone!

School Holiday Program Sparkling Summer Autumn’s Aura Warm up for Winter Sunlit Spring

Jan 7 – Jan 19 April 22- May 4 July 8 – July 20 Oct 1 – Oct 12

Download our brochure from our website www.dec.wa.gov.au/n2n (08) 9295 2244

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Play / Party 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 River, although younger visitors will probably be more impressed with the swings and ice cream kiosk.

Rotary Park in Wanneroo is a state-of-the-art play scape featuring innovative, universal access play equipment suitable for children of all ages and abilities, including a liberty swing for children in wheelchairs. There’s plenty to explore, including an elevated tree walk with viewing and play platforms, swings, slides, a cubby house, space net and climbing frames. There’s also barbeque facilities and grassed areas for sporting activities and picnics.

Family and Kids Events on the Bibbulmun Track • Walk with Mum /Dad • Dr Dolittle Goes Bush • Children’s Camp Kitchen • Mums’ Escapes Pick up a calendar at your local library or contact us!

P: 9481 0551 E: events@bibbulmuntrack.org.au Book Online: www.bibbulmuntrack.org.au

Beaches ~ Aaah - This is what I’m talkin' about!!!

Hyde Park Nth Perth English style park with lake, treed walkways and water play features. It is also part of the “Wetlands Trail”

Perth and WA have some of the most pristine, white sand ocean strips anywhere in the world, (let alone Australia).The entire city of Perth is within about 30 mins of the coast no matter where you are.This means a swim, a surf, a snorkel, a walk are all possible any time of day (even after school). But don’t forget to slip, slop, slap and whack on some shades though!

Point Walter, Bicton River swimming beach, shady trees, playground, cafe, and an awesome sand spit to walk along and explore.

Esplanade Park, Fremantle is heaps of fun!

The open playground is shaded by giant pine trees and surrounded by a wonderful picnic area. It is adjacent to the Fremantle Fishing Boat Harbour (p.xx), and right in the middle of the Fremantle entertainment area. The space net is awesome!!!

Yanchep National Park has indigenous gardens, koalas, wallabies, caves, cafe, organized activities.

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Play / Party Here are some beach spots to check out: Cottesloe – Good swimming beach with shady grass area. Only 15 minutes drive from CBD and 600m walk from Cottesloe train station. Amenities include toilets, showers, carpark and lifeguard patrolled. Famous for beautiful sunsets.

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Scarborough and Trigg – Great for surfers.

Check out www.stirling.wa.gov.au for beach amphitheatre concert and event timetables.

Amenities include toilets, showers, carpark and is lifeguard patrolled.

Port and Leighton – Perfect for little kids. About 12km south west of CBD and 800km walk from North Fremantle train station. Amenities include: toilets, showers, carpark and lifeguard patrolled.

Joe Tripoli: 0408 855 722 Angela Tripoli: 0419 912 977 phone / fax: 9275 6835 email: info@amusements4kids.com.au web: www.amusements4kids.com.au

City Beach and Floreat – Swimming and boogie boarding. 10 mins drive west of the city. Facilities include restaurant, kiosk, toilets, showers, drinking fountain, carpark, lifeguard patrolled, playground, picnic area and a boardwalk linking City Beach to Floreat Beach.

Hillary's Boat Harbour – Sheltered with jetty, snorkelling outside. About 20 minutes drive from CBD. Plenty of entertainment as well as the beach: shopping, restaurants, cafes, AQWA, Marine Naturaliste Centre mini golf, trampolines, water

park, whale watching, fishing, fun park and school holiday special events on the boardwalk.

South Beach and Coogee – Good clean swimming beaches. About 20 mins drive from Freo.

Yanchep/Quinns Rocks – Almost deserted.

Mullaloo – Great setting, playground, pub & shops.

Rockingham – Great foreshore location.

Snorkelling in Shoalwater Bay. Mandurah – Silver Sands and beside Seashells Resort.

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Play / Party Looking to play a sport?

Find some helpful contacts below:

Perth Netball Association www.perthnetball.com.au 08 9387 7011 Swimming Western Australia wa.swimming.org.au 08 9328 4599 The Western Australian Diving Association www.wadiving.com.au 08 9287 2000 Basketball Western Australia www.basketballwa.asn.au 08 6272 0741 Hockey WA www.hockeywa.org.au 08 9351 4300

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Stirling Mirrabooka • Hamersley • Scarborough Leisure Ph (08) 9205 7601 for all the information Centres www.stirling.wa.gov.au/recreation

Visit City of Stirling Stirling Leisure Centres

Indoor Sports

JUNIOR INDOOR SPORTS COACHING & COMPETITIONS

• Soccer Coaching (4 to 11yrs) and Soccer Competitions (from Grade 1 through to Teenagers) • Basketball Coaching (6yrs and above) and Basketball Competition (under 12s and under 15s) • Netball (4 to 7yrs) • Toddler Gym (1 to 5yrs). Develops coordination while introducing basic sporting skills and sportsmanship.

ADULT INDOOR SPORTING COMPETITIONS

Basketball, Netball and Soccer

Sport is a great way to get involved in the community, meet new people and maintain your health. Stirling Leisure Centres offer a range of different Adult indoor sports programs to suit all players at any level. Competitions include Ladies, Men’s and Mixed Competitions. Teams can nominate all year round.

SPORTS COURT HIRE & FUNCTION ROOM HIRE Why not consider a Stirling Leisure Centre for your next function. They offer a number of sports courts and versatile function rooms that are perfect for any occasion.

• Sports courts available for hire - sporting events and training, entertainment events.

• Venue hire for all occasions including celebrations, weddings, regular exercise classes and more.

ADDITIONAL PROGRAMS TO SUIT THE WHOLE FAMILY

Teenage Basketball Friday Night Competitions, Judo, Rhythmic Gymnastics, Toddler’s Gym, Beatball Multicultu ral Social Basketball events, Special Olympics Basketbal l and much more!

Mirrabooka • Hamersley • Scarborough Ph (08) 9205 7601 for all the information www.stirling.wa.gov.au/recreation

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RIVERTON LEISUREPLEX The City of Canning is proud to bring you the Cannington & Riverton Leisureplex, The perfect venues for Family, Fun & Fitness!!

Why not come along and try the variety of services on offer including: • • • • • • • • • •

Aquatic facilities – Pools, Waterslides and Splash Jungle Gym facilities Group Fitness Classes Sports Courts Crèche Kids Gym Function Centres Therapy & Wellness Centres School Holiday Care Term Programs

Cannington Leisureplex Cnr Wharf St & Sevenoaks St Ph: 63507300

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Because every WA kid deserves a fair go

Get up to $200 towards club fees for kids.

KidSport means that parents who otherwise couldn’t afford to let their kids play sport, now can. KidSports offers eligible families up to $200 towards sport and recreation club fees. Parents can qualify if they hold a Health Care or Concession Card (exceptions apply).

To find out more, visit dsr.wa.gov.au/kidsport or contact your local council.

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Go window shopping, visit weekend markets in the suburbs or escape the heat and visit one of the large shopping malls.

Perth has something for everyone!

Now Selling ‘Disney’ Wall Murals

The large shopping malls are spread throughout the suburbs. See below for more information and contacts.

Garden City 125 Riseley St, Booragoon Ph: 08 9364 7911 www.gardencity.com.au Westfield Innaloo Ellen Stirling Bvd, Innaloo Ph: 08 6466 2701 www.westfield.com.au/innaloo Karrinyup 200 Karringyup Rd, Ph: 08 9445 1122 www.karringyupcentre.com.au Centro Galleria Morley Collier & Walter Rds Ph: 08 9375 3228 www.centro.com.au/Galleria

0467 88 55 47 • www.kidsbedswa.com www.facebook.com/kidsbedswa

Handy Hint

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Westfield Carousel 1382 Albany Hwy, Cannington Ph: 08 9458 6344 www.westfield.com.au/carousel Rockingham 1 Council Ave Ph: 08 9527 9155 www.rockinghamshopping.com.au

Strip Shopping Areas Subiaco This trendy eating and shopping area is on the train line and only a short walk from the home of the West Coast Eagles (and store) and the Fremantle Dockers store too.

Osborne Park Lots of megastore outlets situated along Scarborough Beach Rd and of course Innaloo Shopping Centre is nearby.Trover Learning is here too!

Mount Hawthorn Lots of trendy, quirky shops for kids and teens on Scarborough Beach Rd.

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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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Perth’s fine weather means that markets are everywhere. Here are some better ones!

Twilight Hawkers Market Forrest Pl, Murray St, Perth. Friday nights October til May live music, buskers and roving entertainment, rustic, tasty food Fremantle Markets Henderson St & South Tce 8am-6pm Sat 8am-6pm Sun, Public Hols 10am -5pm.

Since 1897 with 150 stalls of fresh fruit & veg, gourmet foods, local craft, gifts, clothes. www.fremantlemarkets.com.au

Canningvale Market Bannister Rd. Sun 7am-1pm 1000 stores, new and old furniture, clothing, fashion accessories, books, war memorabilia, toys, gifts and food stalls. Small entry fee. www.canningvalemarkets.com.au Kalamunda Village Market Town Sq. First Sat of each month 8.30am-3.30pm Over130 arts/crafts, plants, produce, buskers, music stalls.

Wanneroo Market 33 Prindiville Dr, Wangara Fri,Sat,Sun, and public holidays 9am-5pm Over 180 undercover stalls, food hall, organic produce, souvenirs, crafts.

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There is world class sport on offer all year round. There’s just one thing left to say…

Heat, Go you Eagles, Dockers, Fever, ry!!!!

Glo and Warriors, Wildcats, Force

Perth’s professional teams How to make contact and how to get there…

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) perthwildcats.com.au Perth Arena: 200m walk from Perth or Perth Undground train station Perth Glory (A League) perthglory.com.au nib Stadium: Train to Claisebrook 300m walk Western Warriors (Cricket) waca.com.au WACA: Any city bus along St. Georges Tce & RED &YELLOW CATS Western Force (Super14) rugbywa.com.au nib Stadium: Train to Claisebrook 300m walk West Coast Fever (Netball) westcoastfever.com.au Challenge Stadium: Bus No. 28 from East Perth

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D.O.B: 16/05/1986 Height (cm): 188 Weight (kg): 89 Playing position: Guard Home town: Belleville, Illinois, USA Superstitions or Pre-game rituals: Take a nap Hobbies/Interests (include the unique): Playing the guitar and fishing Favourite celebrity: Denzel Washington Favourite food: Sushi Favourite movie: Shawshank Redemption Favourite TV show: Revenge Favourite sport other than basketball: Golf What do people not know about you: I complete my MBA in December

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Fremantle Hoyts Queensgate William St, Fremantle 08 9430 6988 Hoyts Millennium Small suburban cinemas Collie St, Fremantle 08 9430 6988 Ace Cinemas Subiaco In The Suburbs 500 Hay St, Subiaco 08 9388 6500 Belmont Cinema Cygnet Cinema Cnr Knutsford Ave & Fulham St, Belmont 659 Beaufort St, Mt Lawley 08 9370 1777 08 6272 9900 Windsor Twin Cinema Hoyts Megaplex Carousel 98 Stirling Hwy, Nedlands 08 9386 3554 1382 Albany Hwy, Cannington 08 9351 2500 Perth CBD

Grand Cinemas Warwick Piccadilly Cinema Centre 700 Hay St Mall, Perth CBD 08 9322 3577 639 Beach Rd, Warwick 08 9448 3188

Greater Union Innaloo 57 Liege St, Innaloo 08 9446 8222 Hoyts Garden City Almondbury Rd, Booragoon 08 9316 0600 Reading Mandurah 7 James Service Place, Mandurah 08 9535 2800 Ace Cinemas Midland 181 Morrison Road, Midland 08 9250 2620 Hoyts Rockingham 14 Leghorn St, Rockingham 08 9527 8072 Busselton Drive-In 500 Bussell Hwy. Broadwater 08 9752 3655 Grand Cinemas Bunbury Cnr Clifton & Victoria St 08 9791 4418

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Watch AFL 2013 Paterson Stadium Fixture Date

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4:40pm 2:40pm 6:40pm 5:40pm 6:40pm 2:40pm 5:40pm 6:40pm 2:40pm 5:40pm 2:40pm 1:15pm 6:10pm 1:15pm 2:40pm 2:40pm 5:40pm 2:40pm 2:40pm 5:40pm 5:40pm TBA

Fremantle Vs West Coast West Coast Vs Hawthorn Fremantle Vs Essendon West Coast Vs Carlton Fremantle Vs Richmond West Coast Vs Western Bulldogs Fremantle Vs Collingwood West Coast Vs North Melbourne Fremantle Vs Melbourne West Coast Vs Richmond Fremantle Vs Brisbane Lions Fremantle Vs North Melbourne West Coast Vs Essendon Fremantle Vs St Kilda West Coast Vs Frementle West Coast Vs Sydney Fremantle Vs Adelaide West Coast Vs Gold Coast Fremantle Vs Greater Western Sydney West Coast Vs Geelong Fremantle Vs Port Adelaide West Coast Vs Adelaide

West Coast Fever 2013 Fixture Date Mar 31

Week 2

Match vs. Mystics

Venue Challenge Stadium

Mar 31

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vs. Magic

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Apr 6

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vs. Swifts

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Apr 13

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Apr 28

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vs. Thunderbirds

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May 20

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May 26

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Perth Wildcats 2012/13 Fixture Date Dec 7

Time 6:40pm

Match vs. Wollongong Hawks

Venue Perth Arena

Jan 13

4:10pm

vs. Melbourne Tigers

Perth Arena

Jan 18

7:10pm

vs. Cairns Taipans

Perth Arena

Jan 25

6:40pm

vs. Townsville Crocodiles

Perth Arena

Feb 3

4:10pm

vs. Wollongong Hawks

Perth Arena

Feb 8

6:40pm

vs. Adelaide 36ers

Perth Arena

Feb 15

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vs. Townsville Crocodiles

Perth Arena

Feb 21

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vs. Melbourne Tigers

Perth Arena

Mar 8

6:40pm

vs. Sydney Kings

Perth Arena

Mar 17

4:10pm

vs. Cairns Taipans

Perth Arena

Mar 22

7:10pm

vs. New Zealand Breakers

Perth Arena

Perth Glory 2012/13 Fixture Date Dec 14

Time 6:45pm

Match vs. Newcastle Jets

Venue nib Stadium

Dec 27

6:45pm

vs. Western Sydney Wanderers Patersons Stadium

Jan 5

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vs. Sydney FC

nib Stadium

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

Check out the list of great ideas of things to do and places to visit in the awesome state of WA. There are lots of interesting markets, special kids events and family themed activities that will keep everyone entertained every weekend of the year- and best of all- lots of them are FREE!!!!

FOR 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 MONTHLY E-NEWSLETTER! Weekly/Monthly Every Thursday Freo Village Market Fantastic cultural markets, next to Myers, in Kings Square. Over 45 stalls, fantastic cafe, food stalls, clothing, vintage, crafts, muisc, kids entertainment. Fairy Sandie is there every week from Ladybird Entertainment having lots of fun with the kids.10am-4pm · Kings Square Cnr Queen St and Adelaide · www.redtentevents.com.au Every Friday Twilight Hawkers Market Night (until May) Hot balmy nights, delicious wafting smells, tasty rustic street food, coloured lanterns lighting up the sky. Like something you’d find on the street corners of KL, this is now to be found in the centre of Perth on Friday evenings.

Affordable, tasty food - something for everyone and fun for families, city workers, visitors and residents alike - with live music from local bands, buskers and roving entertainment. 5-9 Forrest Place, Murray St, Perth · 9461 3368 Every Sunday Mandjar Markets Unique handmade arts and crafts, jewellery, paintings, clothes, photography, woodwork, body care products, candles, souvenirs. 9am-4pm on the Mandurah foreshore. 0458 427 412 · www.mandjarmarkets.com.au Fremantle Market Everything from fresh and interesting foods, to fantastic crafts, gifts and the fun of buskers and artists, it’s a cultural experience rich in history and tradition. Henderson St and South Terrace · 9335 2515 · info@fremantlemarkets.com.au 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 Senior High School, Lefroy Rd, Beaconsfield · www.organichunter.com.au First & Third Mundijong Markets & Auctions Wednesday of A typical rural market & auction, all manner of livestock & animals for sale on the 1st & 3rd Wednesday of Every Month every month. Lot 1 Evelyn St, Mundijong · 0412 994 782 · magibbo@westnet.com.au First Saturday of Saturday Storytime Every Month In 2013 the City of Joondalup Libraries will be holding storytime readings and craft on Saturday mornings from 10:30am-11am. For children aged 2-4 yrs, we 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.joondalup.wa.gov.au Rotary Kalamunda Village Market A distinctive mix of quality craft, provisions and produce from 8:30am to 3:30pm, it is set in the centre of Kalamunda. Visit the market then sample the boutique coffee shops and retail outlet scattered around the town.

9257 2266 · www.kalamunda.wa.gov.au/Visitors 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 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

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Weekly/Monthly Third Sunday of Dwellingup Country Craft Market Every Month Hand made products, local made come and enjoy some country hospitality and a great country drive.

All Ages/Family. RSL Hall Building, McLarty St · 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 December December to Festival of Christmas Sunday 6th January Experience the magic of the City of Perth Festival of Christmas. With the popular Turning on the Christmas Lights, (All day) with Christmas activities including roving carolling in the city’s streets and malls, free festive movies at the Northbridge Piazza and the Christmas nativity concerts in Forrest Place. Murray St Perth · 9461 3368 · www.showmeperth.com.au Thursday 6th Little Red Riding Hood to Tuesday 18th Shadowed by the lovelorn Hugh, she journeys deep into the forest where she encounters the wily wolf and December his not-so-wily offsiders, Slobber and Drool. Did Little Red Riding Hood pay enough attention in school or will the cunning wolf outwit her? Subiaco Arts Centre. · www.ticketek.com.au Saturday 15th FREE Flicks for Kids Presents - ANASTASIA December The Northbridge Piazza’s weekly Free Flicks for Kids program returns with another entertaining film for the whole family. Families are invited to bring the kids, bring a picnic, and enjoy the Piazza’s comfy beanbags. Northbridge Piazza & Super Screen-Corner James and Lake Streets, Northbridge · 9461 3368 · www.showmeperth.com.au Channel Seven Christmas Pageant with the City of Perth Enjoy all the colour and spectacle of the RAC Channel Seven Christmas Pageant, which has been moved back to an evening timeslot for 2012. There will be new floats, the Christmas lights and a free mini-carnival in Forrest Place CBD from 3pm to 7pm · www.showmeperth.com.au Sunday 16th December

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Carols By Candlelight - Peppermint Grove This spectacular annual event at Manners Hill Park, proves to be a very successful Peppermint Grove event each year. For over 20 years, the Salvation Army gives all proceeds from the night to the Balga Early Learning Centre who use these funds to support families in desperate need of assistance. www.peppermintgrove.wa.gov.au Carol Singing - Kalamunda For family and friends of all ages. This Carol Singing shindig is being held at the Maida Vale Baptist Church, Edney Rd High Wycombe. · 7pm-8:30pm · 9454 4626 · www.kalamunda.wa.gov.au/Visitor Fremantle Arts Centre Courtyard Music - The Seals A free, outdoor, community event with a relaxed, social atmosphere, the finest music available in WA. The Seals (WA) are new, indie purveyors of the finest bluegrass traditions. www.theseals.com.au Fremantle Arts Centre Courtyard, 1 Finnerty Street, Fremantle · www.fremantle.wa.gov.au Kids Aid Concert Jessica Mauboy, Elen Levon, Sarah De Bono & Josh Brookes will be performing all of their biggest hits. Opening the evening with Platinum Dance Tours performers, Eden Altham, Jasmine Murray, & Top Impact Crew. All proceeds of the KidsAid concert will go to Ronald McDonald House Perth. Regal Theatre · Book online at www.ticketek.com.au Santa Trains Santa is swapping his sleigh for a train this Christmas. Enjoy a magical experience with Santa and his helper on various train lines. www.showmeperth.com.au Christmas Nativity The traditional story of Christmas is brought to life in Forrest Place with hundreds of performers, live animals and Christmas carols. 7.30pm at Forrest Place, Murray St Perth · www.showmeperth.com.au Swim in Movie Nights - THE MUPPETS $7 per-person or a Family of Four Pass is $24. Movie starts at 7pm. Activities from 6pm,-7pm Waves sessions and Pool inflatables. Cnr Broun Ave & Priestley St, Embleton. · 92766538 · www.bayswaterwaves.wa.gov.au FREE Flicks for Kids Presents - HOME ALONE The Northbridge Piazza’s weekly Free Flicks for Kids program returns with another entertaining film for the whole family. Families are invited to bring the kids, bring a picnic, and enjoy the Piazza’s comfy beanbags. Northbridge Piazza & Super Screen Corner James and Lake Streets, Northbridge · 9461 3368 · www.showmeperth.com.au Festival of Lessons and Carols The sound of boys’ voices and a feast of Christmas music, along with well-loved carols, traditional Bible readings, and the stillness of prayer. The perfect immersion into the Christmas spirit before the great services of Christmas itself. 7:30pm-8:45pm. 38 St Georges Tce. · 9325 5766 · www.perthcathedral.org

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Christmas Gathering A free family event begins with games, food and drinks stalls and a visit from Santa on the back of a fire truck.Then join in with the carols led by The Christmas Carols Youth Choir which is made up of 8 -20 year old youth from the shire especially brought together for this event. Glen Forrest Oval, Marnie Rd · 0414 477 671 · www.mundaring.wa.gov.au Christmas Service for Children Children are invited to get dressed up as angels, shepherds, animals and kings. Mary and Joseph are cast beforehand, but we can accommodate any cast size with children of all ages. Bring your children dressed ready to join in. As the story of Jesus’ birth unfolds, the crib scene is created, the children sing carols and we say simple prayers. 4pm-5pm. St George’s Cathedral, 38 St Georges Tce · 9325 5766 · www.perthcathedral.org IGA Carols by Candlelight This annual Christmas variety concert will take place under the stars. Families can bring a rug, a picnic and sing along to their favourite Christmas carols. Children’s activities commence from 6.30pm. Supreme Court Gardens.

Love Rockingham - Christmas Day Lunch This is a free community event aimed at those in need - either financially or relationally. C3 Church Rockingham. 5 Stockton Rd Rockingham · www.showmeperth.com.au Disney Live This summer, hit the road with Mickey Mouse and your favourite Disney friends for a hilarious talent search in the all-new Disney Live! Mickey’s Rockin’ Road Show! Riverside Theatre, Perth Convention and Exhibition Centre. www.ticketek.com.au FREE Flicks for Kids Presents - OLD DOGS The Northbridge Piazza’s weekly Free Flicks for Kids program returns with another entertaining film for the whole family. Families are invited to bring the kids, bring a picnic, and enjoy the Piazza’s comfy beanbags. Northbridge Piazza & Super Screen Corner James and Lake Streets, Northbridge · 9461 3368 · www.showmeperth.com.au Polart Festyn Featuring an open air market and a kids carnival. Delicious Polish food to sample and other stalls inspired by Polish heritage. Kids activities including dance and music performances, arts and crafts, storytelling and face painting will be held throughout the day. Perth Cultural Centre Off William St Northbridge 9281 6020 www.polart2012.com.au Community New Years Eve Celebration Fireworks at 9.00pm and again at midnight to count down the last minutes of 2012. Bring in the new year in this idealic setting with family fun and festivities, loads of entertainment and live music. No alcohol event. From 6pm at the Eastern Foreshore, Mandurah Tce · 9550 372 · eventsteam@mandurah.wa.gov.au · www.mandurah.wa.gov.au Happy ZOO Year Perth Zoo’s famous New Year’s Eve concert is back again with plenty of entertainment for the entire family including tribute band Absolute Kylie, cover band Arrival and circus comedy act Bizircus. Book online at www.tickermaster.com.au · 20 Labouchere Rd, South Perth, WA · www.perthzoo.wa.gov.au Treasure Island Production Children dress up as their own pirate.We have Our Own Treasure Island - Rottnest, pirate - Black Jack Anderson - and shipwrecks! Set on Rottnest, a group of holidaying children ride their bikes to West End and meet the ‘Ghost’ of Black Jack Anderson, who pirated the coast in the 1830s.They can’t see the ghost, but he plays havoc with their BBQ and soccer game.They do find his treasure chest buried on the island. Botanic Gardens Perth. · www.tickermaster.com.au Music in the Park - Back to your roots Bring a picnic and enjoy an evening under the stars with some of the best Australian blues and roots musicians around. Entry is free. Picnic from 6.00pm. Concerts start at 7pm. Food, drink, chairs and blankets permitted. Please do not bring umbrellas or sun shades. Caledonia Park, Currambine · 9400 4000 · www.joondalup.wa.gov.au Summer Cinema - Dr Seuss ‘Lorax’ The twilight movie screening in the beautiful Rushton Park, River Road, Kelmscott, is a popular annual treat for families.

Pre-show entertainment begins from 6.30pm, with the movie screening from 7.30pm. www.visitarmadale.com.au Swim in Movie Nights - HAPPY FEET 2 $7 per-person or a Family of Four Pass is $24. Movie starts at 7pm. Activities from 6pm,-7pm Waves sessions and Pool inflatables. Cnr Broun Ave & Priestley St, Embleton. · 92766538 · www.bayswaterwaves.wa.gov.au Live it Up - All Abilities Play Day Activities and fun for children with disabilities. Everyone welcome.! Woodbridge Riverside Park. 10am-2pm 9267 9013 · www.swan.wa.gov.au · Joanna.fazzalari@swan.wa.gov.au Summer Cinema - Happy Feet 2 The twilight movie screening in the beautiful Rushton Park, River Rd, Kelmscott, is a popular annual treat for families.

Pre-show entertainment begins from 6.30pm, with the movie screening from 7.30pm. www.visitarmadale.com.au

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Combined Councils’ Australia Day Celebrations A fantastic way to kick off Australia Day with your family and friends! Residents of Peppermint Grove, Cottesloe and Mosman Park are invited to the Combined Council’s Australia Day Celebrations. a free community barbeque breakfast will be held along with family entertainment. 9286 8600 · www.peppermintgrove.wa.gov.au Australia Day - Armadale Boasting one of the largest regional fireworks shows in WA and live entertainment on the main stage from 5.30pm. Carnival rides across the road in Sanctuary Lake this is a jam-packed event to celebrate being Australian. Minnawarra Park, Armadale Rd, Armadale · www.visitarmadale.com.au Australia Day - The Shire of Kalamunda Celebrations will be held at High Wycombe Recreation Centre. From 12 noon until 5pm. The afternoon will have family activities, food and entertainment. 9257 9953 · www.kalamunda.wa.gov.au/Visitors Australia Day - Mandurah Embracing our Aussie heritage promises to be a memorable experience once again in Mandurah! Mandurah’s Great Aussie Breakfast will be complemented by live entertainment delivered throughout the morning.

Australia Day Flotilla. Eastern Foreshore · 9550 3270 Chinese New Year Celebrations The Year of the Snake will be celebrated in style with Lion Dancers and drummers wowing the crowd.

“Chinatown” will be bustling with food, market and info stalls and plenty of activities for the children, Bunbury Trotting Club, Milligan Street, Bunbury from 4.30pm. A real family event. 9721 2768 · www.visitbunbury.com.au La Cucina Dell’Arte An evening of hilarious and chaotic kitchen capers created for all the family. In a frenetic pizzeria, the rocky relationship between a chef and his assistant provokes a rebellion amongst the pots and pans, inciting a superb display of plate-spinning, pizza-flipping and gravity-defying trickery. www.ticketek.com.au Justine Clarke with the West Australian Symphony Orchestra Bringing the stage to life in a pop up book theme highlighting the stories we tell through music and song. Justine has become one of Australia’s most highly regarded and popular performers of today. As an adored long-standing presenter on ABC TV’s Play School, she is a cheerful, calming and familiar face in the living rooms and lives of children around Australia. www.tickermaster.com.au · 20 Labouchere Rd, Sth Perth · www.perthzoo.wa.gov.au Swim in Movie Nights - KUNG FU PANDA 2 $7 per-person or a Family of Four Pass is $24. Movie starts at 7pm. Activities from 6pm-7pm Waves sessions and Pool inflatables Cnr Broun Ave & Priestley St, Emleton. · 92766538 · www.bayswaterwaves.wa.gov.au/bayswaterwaves The House of Dreaming Ssshhh! The house is sleeping. Leaving their parents and guardians outside, three children at a time step inside this three-dimensional storybook world of wonder and dreams.The slumbering house dreams wistfully of its past, conjuring memories in each room and with each object. Don’t let your children miss it. ABC Perth Studios. www.ticketek.com.au

March Saturday 2nd March Multicultural Night Under the Stars Free open air concert held at the Graham Bricknell Music Shell and Bicentennial Square, Blair St, Bunbury 6pm-9pm. A range of performances and food stalls representing the cultural groups in the Greater Bunbury region. Bring a rug or a chair and join in for an unforgettable evening. www. visitbunbury.com.au · 0428 971 448 Sunday 9th March Corymbia Festival A fantastic two day community festival for everyone! Free entertainment, aerial artist, stalls, inaugural dog show, concert and lots of other activities for the whole family, plus a spectacular fireworks finale! Hartfield Park Recreation Centre, Hale Rd, Forrestfield · 9257 9833 · www.kalamunda.wa.gov.au/Visitors Sunday 10th March Katanning Harmony Festival A unique opportunity to celebrate diverstiy, community participation, inclusiveness and respect by celebrating the different cultures that make Austalia a great place to live in. Entertainment, food stalls, art workshops, children activities, a live cooking show, competitions, the multicultural fashion parade and more. · 98219999 · www.katanning.wa.gov.au Saturday 16th to Channel Seven Mandurah Crab Fest Sunday 17th March Mandurah’s jewel in the crown, the extravaganza celebrates Mandurah’s vibrant coastal lifestyle. This exciting weekend festival features live cooking displays, children’s stage and main stage entertainment, great food.

Now incorporating the IWWF. Featuring the world’s best watersport athletes showcasing their talent in this spectacular adrenalin sport. 9550 3270 · www.mandurah.wa.gov.au · eventsteam@mandurah.wa.gov.au

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March Saturday 23rd to Sunday 24th March

Joondalup Festival More than meets the eye at the Joondalup Festival 2013. Follow your senses to the Festival Hub - Central Park, Grand Boulevard. Experience a new festival site in and around Central Park with activities for all ages featuring new ideas and old favourites.e www.joondalup.wa.gov.au 9400 4000 Sunday 24th March Minnawarra Festival See Minnawarra Park and Armadale’s CBD transformed into a hub of music, art, and entertainment. There will be, food, craft stalls, free carnival rides, youth band showcase and interactive activities, community groups and services. A terrific day out for the whole family. 9399 0187 · www.visitarmadale.com.au Alcoa Mandurah Island Challenge The Mandurah Island Challenge is a community-based sports event offering athletic and kayaking events for all age groups and ability levels. including a 6.5km fun run/walk and two kayak events. There will also be a 2.5km schools fun run/walk also. Online entry at www.mandurahislandchallenge.com · 9534 9340 Friday 30th to The Kalamunda Show Saturday 31st Friday evening and all day Saturday Entertainment, stalls, competitions, displays, sideshows, rides, log chop comp, animal March nursery, dog show, traditional show comps in craft, cookery, horticulture, art and photography. Fireworks display Friday and Saturday evenings. Kalamunda Agricultural Hall and Kostera Oval. 9454 5228 · pam@kalamundashow.com.au April th Thursday 4 April SCITECH Community Open Night The Science Awareness Festival will open the doors to the public for an evening the whole family will enjoy.

Come down to explore the awesome Scitech exhibits, be blown away by cool science demos, hear fascinating presentations and visit stalls from various local and WA organisations. 5:30-8pm. 9215 0741 · www.scitech.org.au Saturday 13th April Lunar New Year A traditional South East Asian social event which is observed in Burma,Thailand, India, Cambodia, Sri Lanka, Laos and Nepal. Centres around food, worship and social gathering with family and friends. Celebrate from11pm-2pm at the Cooinda Primary School, 10 Allen St, Bunbury. Bring a dish to share. www. visitbunbury.com.au · 0428 971 448.

Fremantle Street Arts Festival Monday 23rd to Thursday 26th Performers from around the globe will invade the streets, turning them into over 10 stages to amuse, astound and amaze. It will showcase the world of busking, street theatre, comedy, circus, cabaret and lots more. Get April involved in the action and witness first class acts or catch an evening show. www.fremantle.wa.gov.au/Festivals Sunday 28st April Toddler and Baby Bazaar Midland’s biannual pre loved baby goods sale. 9am-1pm · 9267 9136 · www.swan.wa.gov.au May Wednesday 1st Stretch Festival to Monday 6th Zany, eclectic, unexpected - Mandurah’s arts and cultural festival celebrates the community’s artistic diversity May and working closely with local artists, schools and organisations. The festival offers a choice of free workshops, exhibitions and performances. 9550 3271 · www.mandurah.wa.gov.au · council@mandurah.wa.gov.au Friday 3rd Swim in Movie Nights - ALVIN AND THE CHIPMUNK: CHIPWRECKED May $7 per-person or a Family of Four Pass is $24. 7pm. Activities from 6pm,-7pm Waves sessions and Pool inflatables Cnr Broun Ave & Priestley St, Embleton. · 92766538 · www.bayswaterwaves.wa.gov.au Saturday13th April Cirque De Soleil - Ovo to Friday 31st May Cirque du Soleil is thrilled to return to Perth with its critically-acclaimed and family-friendly big top production OVO. The show will be presented under the trademark blue-and-yellow Big Top located at Langley Park.

Tickets for OVO are on sale now at www.cirquedusoleil.com/ovo Saturday 27th April DISNEY LIVE IN CONCERT - Pirates of the Caribbean:The Curse of the Black Pearl Join Jack Sparrow for an adventure on the high seas in Disney’s Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl. The thrilling soundtrack is performed live by the West Australian Symphony Orchestra and the WASO Chorus while the full motion picture comes to life on screen. Riverside Theatre 21 Mounts Bay Rd. 132 849 or www.ticketek.com.au waso.com.au July Tuesday 2nd Stripey Musical - “A tremendous new musical for kids and families” to Saturday 6th Imagine having to keep track of thirty small emu chicks, who are running here there and everywhere? Well that’s July what Crikey, their emu Dad must do, and when one of them goes missing, that’s when all the fun begins... With oodles of audience participation, sing-a-long songs and a very cool! Regal Theatre, WA. www.ticketek.com.au Sunday 28th July WASO: PETER & THE WOLF LIVE - West Australian Symphony Orchestra Based on Prokofiev’s much-loved work for children, Peter & the Wolf Live is a magical musical and cinematic experience for the whole family. Suitable 6-13 year olds. · 445 Hay St, Perth Book online at www.waso.com.au

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