Your Child in Whittlesea March 2015

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Volume 3

March 2015

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Editor’s Notice Board Welcome to the March 2015 issue of Your Child in Whittlesea!

This summer season has been interesting to say the least, even given the usual unpredictable “four seasons in a day” nature of Melbourne’s weather. And now we officially enter Autumn, though we do not experience the same prolific changes as countries where deciduous trees are common. However I would like to encourage each of you to locate some trees that do lose their leaves, maybe at the local park, and take your kids to play in the crunchy, dry leaves.

Through the year I have the privilege of driving past a large property that is lined with many deciduous trees with maple-like leaves. Every year I watch the leaves change from yellow, gold, orange and finally brown, as they slowly fall and winter settles in on its bare branches. Since I pass these trees only once a week, on the same day, at the same time, I get to see a snapshot of the change as it progresses each week. The beauty of this transformation never ceases to amaze me!

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Angel Lane is owned and operated by Megan Walton, a mother of two young children, soon to be mother of three!

upon and treasure, forever.

Almost eleven years ago, whilst heavily pregnant with her second son and a toddler in tow, out of her desire to be there for every moment and milestone of her own children, Angel Lane was born. As a mother, she has an appreciation of the sentimental value that comes from cherished memories.

Megan truly loves what she does and takes the utmost care and pride in producing a beautifully framed keepsake for each family to treasure.

Angel Lane uses products of the highest quality and safety standards, to ensure each chubby little crease, tiny fingertip, itty bitty nails; even delicate little wrinkles, are as detailed and true to life as possible.

Angel Lane specialises in capturing life's precious memories by replicating a baby or child's hands & feet into timeless 3D sculptures. The techniques can also be used to capture the beauty of the pregnant form with belly casting to preserve this special time to reflect

Wander down Angel Lane and experience the passion behind creating beautiful and memorable keepsakes that hold a special place in your hearts.

Capturing memories, so they stand the test of time and can be seen and appreciated each and every day.

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Home Visits, Group Discounts & Gift Vouchers Available

Framed Baby Hand & Feet Sculptures

Maternity Belly Casting

Complimentary free photo for your keepsake frame

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www.facebook.com/angellanebabysculptures Call: 0438 292 613

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TWILIGHT Open Night

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EDITORIAL

Ready Steady Go Kids

As parents, in the current age of 'electronic technology', it is easy to fall into the trap of handing out screens in exchange for a few minutes of peace. But soon, the minutes turn into hours, and before you know it the kids are hooked!

This was a familiar story for local Ready Steady Go Kids franchise‐ owner Danie O'Connor. A mother of 4 young kids under the age of 8, she felt the need to break this habit, and get her kids motivated, active and a part of the community. She found the solution in Ready Steady Go Kids, a multi‐ sports program for pre‐schoolers that not only keeps them active, but also improves gross motor skills, and maximises school readiness and confidence ‐ all this in one physio‐ designed program, it is the whole package! Over the past 4 years, Danie has commenced classes in 13 locations across the Northern Suburbs of Melbourne, with over 600 children now involved in the program. So get your little ones active with Ready Steady Go Kids, and with FREE TRIALS on offer ‐ it is easy to check it out!

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AGE GROUPS FROM U/ 1 0 TO U/ 1 6

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some of our teachers Come meet and chat with autiful studios Have a look through our be New 2015 Timetable!!

2014 Victorian Service of the Year

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LOLLIPOPS PLAYLAND & CAFÉ BUNDOORA Lollipops Playland & Café in Bundoora is the ultimate venue for families & children of all ages! Offering a selection of different party packages to cater for any birthday or party gathering, along with after‐hours hire for private gatherings, topped of with a range of tantalizing foods.

Relax in the center which is fully air‐conditioned. There are four themed party rooms to choose from, easily sitting up to 25 children with a reserved table for the adults outside each party room. This is the perfect venue for ANY occasion!

Security is paramount at Lollipops Bundoora. Unique wristband system for children and vigilant staff‐controlled electronic access gates to the centre ensure that parents can relax knowing their children are in a safe environment. Your children will enjoy unlimited play and be lost in a world of fun, with three giant slides, ball popping airplay machines, bouncing, climbing, ball wind tunnels, flying fox, trampolines and of course the popular pirate ship amusement ride.

They haven't forgotten the toddlers, with their own safe, fun area designed for children from 3 and under, with soft walls, soft floor mats, ball pits, mini slides, soft building blocks, musical wall, mounted toys and exciting tunnels and puzzles to discover.

To book or enquire about a birthday or private function, catering or reservations please contact Lollipops Bundoora and their professional staff are available to assist you!

Call 8456 0644 or visit the website

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SNEAK PEEK SNAPS OF LOLLIPOPS BUNDOORA

OPEN GOOD FRIDAY 9 AM TO 5 PM ALL PROCEEDS GO TO ROYAL CHILDRENS GOOD FRIDAY APPEAL

Book a party in the month of March for anytime of the year for 12 children & get an additional TWO CHILDREN FREE

Images by Lollipops Playland & Café Bundoora & Angry Chicken Media

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SOUTH MORANG MEDICAL CENTRE Bulk Billing for children 12 years & under

Osteopathy for the whole family Located at Laurimar Medical 120 Painted Hills Road, Doreen

9717 0804

Open 6 Days

Evening & Saturday appointments available

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Surgery Hours: Mon - Fri 8am - 5pm Saturday 8am - 12pm

9436 4222 Call for appointments

New Yoga Inspired Classes for Kids

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5 1 0 2 h c Mar Thomastown Library Just4Kids Rangoli Sand Art

Lalor Library iPad for Toddlers Let’s Make Creatures

Wednesday 18 March 3.30pm–4.30pm Get inspired and create some beautiful rangoli sand art.

Learning Disabilities Wednesday 18 March 6.30pm–8.30pm Nadine Sholme from ReMinds will provide valuable insights for parents of children with learning difficulties such as Dyslexia, Auditory Processing Disorder, Neuro Developmental Delay, ADHD, sensory integration issues, language disorder, Dyspraxia and Aspergers or Autism‐ related learning difficulties

Easter Cupcake Decorating Thursday 26 March 10.30am–11.30am Irene Williams from the Victorian Cake Decorating Society will give tips on how to decorate cupcakes for Easter.

Easter Stories and Craft Tuesday 31 March 11.00am–12.00noon Hear some bunny stories and make a basket for your Easter treats.

Chess at the Library Whittlesea Saturday 7 March 10.00am–12.00noon

Lalor Saturday 14 March 10.30am–11.30am

CULTURAL DIVERSITY WEEK Just4Kids Origami Cranes

Thursday 5 March 11.00am–12.00noon Use the library’s iPads to create a creature; will it be a grumpy monster or a brilliant fish?

Toddler Time Let’s Have a Rumpus Thursday 12 March 10.00am–10.30am Let the wild rumpus begin. Join us for a special Toddler Time devoted to dancing, singing and going wild as we read Maurice Sendak’s Where the Wild Things Are. Dress‐ups encouraged.

Toy Library New Toy Launch Tuesday 17 March 10.00am–12.00noon Come along for an exciting magical show with face painting and balloon twisting by Suzie to celebrate the launch of new toys available for borrowing.

Join the Lalor Toy Library in the months of February and March to receive a free gift.

Just4Kids Make Your Own Terrarium Wednesday 25 March 3.30pm–4.30pm Make your own mini garden in a jar.

Wednesday 18 March 3.30pm– 4.30pm Make beautiful origami cranes to celebrate Cultural Diversity week.

Preschool Storytime Songs and Stories From Around the World Friday 20 March 10.00am–11.00am Celebrate Cultural Diversity Week with stories and songs from all around the world.

Lalor Community Connection Day in Partnership with Lalor Living and Learning Centre and Lalor Traders Association Saturday 21 March 11.00am– 2.00pm Enjoy cultural music, dance and cooking demonstrations as local community groups share their culture and customs. Visit the Lalor Living and Learning Centre for family activities and enjoy a sausage sizzle.

Mill Park Library

Thomastown

EASTER Bunny Play

Saturday 28 March 10.30am–11.30am

Mill Park Saturday 28 March 12.30pm –1.30pm

Wednesday 25 March 10.00am –11.30am Come along for Easter craft, storytime, games and more.

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Bedtime Storytime Autumn Friday 6 March 6.00pm– 6.45pm Come along to a special Autumn storytime. Wear your PJs and bring your favourite toy.

iTots

Friday 20 March 10.30am–11.00am Tuesday 10 March In this interactive storytime session 4.00pm–5.00pm using iPads, we will discover some Lego lovers can educational apps in a fun, friendly meet other devotees environment. iPads available or bring and make new friends. your own. Suitable for ages 2–5 years.

Suitable for ages 5–12. Bookings required.

Lego Learners

World Autism Awareness Day In partnership with AMAZE, Plenty Valley Autism Support Group and Mill Park YMCA Mill Park YMCA Sunday 29 March 11.00am – 4.00pm Celebrate World Autism Awareness Day at this festival featuring activities, information stalls, a Mill Park Library stall, workshops, games, special storytimes and a ‘Walk for Autism’ event.

Weekend Storytime in the Garden Saturday 21 March 10.30am–11.15am Bring children to the lovely Whittlesea Community Garden for this special storytime. session

A not for profit organisation Doreen/South Morang location Catering to Special Needs Kids

Playgroups for 3-5 years LEGO Club for 5-12 years Primary Social Group 5-12 years Teen Social Group 12-15 years Parent Support Group EMBRACING DIFFERENCE Excursions & Outings Follow us on Facebook: Plenty Valley Clubhouse Most events are low cost      

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BOOK REVIEW MONTY C. TURTLE LEARNS TO SWIM Monty C. Turtle Learns to Swim is a picture book about a baby turtle hatchling that sleeps in when it was time to leave the nest for the ocean. When he wakes up he discovers he is all on his own, and he doesn't know how to swim yet. With the help of some other sea creatures, Monty learns how different creatures move, which is not the same as a Sea Turtle. But with the help of one creature he works out how a turtle moves in the sea. This is a story of a young one gaining confidence, to be himself, and learning to swim in his own unique way.

This story was inspired by real life turtle The author, Kara, with her book next to a Flatback Turtle monitoring by authors, Kara Lauder and Dr Mick Guinea. Kara Lauder is a local author, who works with Turtles in Western Australia every year. Dr Mick Guinea is a world renowned turtle expert and Marine Scientist.

The illustrator, Sunshine Herbert, is an up and coming artist and illustrator from Melbourne.

Monty C. Turtle Learns To Swim is available online, or at stockists listed on their website www.montycturtle.com. You can also find more information on their Facebook page Monty C. Turtle Learns To Swim, including locations where the authors will be reading and signing books.

FOR A CHANCE TO WIN Dr Mick Guinea, Sunshine Herbert (illustrator) A SIGNED COPY OF THIS BOOK and Kara Lauder at the book launch ENTER THE COLOURING COMPETITION in Nov 2014 at the Melbourne Aquarium.

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Kids Corner COLOURING COMPETITION

Colour Monty C. Turtle for a chance to WIN a Signed Copy of the Book from the Author � Kara Lauder Send Entries to: Kids Corner, PO Box 40, Doreen 3754 or Email to: info@yourchildinwhittlesea.com.au Entries close on the 20th of March 2015 Winner will be announced on our Facebook page on 21st March 2015 To advertise in Your Child in Whittlesea Call 9715 2630

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Handy Phone Numbers Emergency Numbers Ambulance Fire DIAL 000 Police Victoria State Emergency Services Hospitals

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Northern Hospital...................................................

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Box Hill Hospital......................................................

Royal Children’s Hospital (Parkville).......................

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Lifeline.....................................................................

Suicide Helpline ‐ (Victoria only).............................

Nurse‐on‐Call..........................................................

Child Protection ‐ (After Hours Service)..................

Domestic Violence Crisis Centre.............................

Sexual Assault Service (After Hours).......................

Centres Against Sexual Assault................................

Victims of Crime Helpline.......................................

LifeCircle ‐ HOPELINE..............................................

SANDS* Vic...*Stillbirth & Neonatal Death Support Australian Breastfeeding Association Helpline

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Epping Police..........................................................

Kinglake Police........................................................

Mill Park Police.......................................................

Whittlesea Police ...................................................

9409 8100 57861333 9407 3333 97162102

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9217 2170

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PROACTIVE

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For all your special occasions! www.facebook.com/ TheChocolateGalleria

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Creative Hair Room Stock DeLorenzo, Medavita and Juuce Products Over 15 years of experience

Complimentary 1/2 head of foils with any colour service*

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Contents & Index of Advertisers Your quick guide to everyone and everything in Your Child...

Articles

Business Opportunity

Education/Schools

8 Teaching Your Kids to Cook 12 Metabolism Miracle 14 Benefit of the Beat 18 Helping Kids Sleep 20 Fun Fruit Time

15 Kids Matter Family Day Care 22 Your Child in Banyule & Nullumbik ‐ FOR SALE

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Regular Features 4 Editors Noticeboard 6 Business of the Month ‐ Angel Lane Baby Sculptures 11 Editorial ‐ Ready Steady Go Kids 16 Feature ‐ Lollipops Bundoora 24 What’s On in Whittlesea 26 Book Review ‐ Monty C. Turtle 27 Kids Corner ‐ Colouring Competition 28 Handy Phone Numbers 29 Business Directory

Your Child Business Opportunity Call 1300 657 996 or visit: www.yourchildin.com.au

Next Deadline 18th of March 2015

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Car Dealerships 5 South Morang Toyota

Child Care 2 Eltham College Kids

Dance Schools

Gilson College Mernda Plenty Valley Christian College St Paul the Apostle Doreen Ivanhoe Grammar School

Events 23 Sand Sculpting ‐ Frankston

Hairdressing Services 29 Creative Hair Room

Health & Well‐Being

15 Bev Palmers Performing Arts 13 North Eastern Chiropractic 29 Dance Majic Thomastown 19 Laurimar Osteopathy 19 South Morang Medical Centre

Book a full page ad from only $280 per month* * Applies to 12 month bookings

Mother & Baby 7 Angel Lane Baby Sculptures

Party Supplies/Planners 29 The Chocolate Galleria

Photography 29 Image of You Photography

Playcentres Book a half page ad 17 Lollipops Playland Bundoora from only Restaurants/Café $205 per month* 29 Hog’s Breath Café Epping * Applies to 12 month bookings

Self Defence/Safety

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Shopping Centres

Book quarter page 21 Pacific Epping Sports/Fitness from only 11 Ready Steady Go Kids $135 per month* 13 Action Indoor Sports Bundoora * Applies to 12 month bookings

19 Gymsports Academy/YogaBugs

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St Paul the Apostle Catholic Primary School Doreen “An “An Innovative, Innovative, Contemporary Contemporary and and Pastoral Learning Community" School School Tours: Tours: Tuesdays Tuesdays & & Thursdays Thursdays 9.30am 9.30am & & 10.15am 10.15am or or by

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Invites Parents to Attend Our 2016 Enrolment Information Night (Years Prep to Six) Wednesday 11 March 7.00pm-8.00pm (Child Care Provided)

Enquiries Cnr. Bassetts Bassetts Rd Rd && Eminence Eminence Blvd, Blvd, Doreen Doreen Cnr. Phone: 9715 2455 (Parish Office) principal@spadoreen.catholic.edu.au www.spadoreen.catholic.edu.au www.spadoreen.catholic.edu.au