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August 2014

Editors Notice Board Welcome to the August 2014 Edition of Your Child in Whittlesea!

It has been a cold winter so far, with icy winds, freezing temperatures and an abundance of snow in the mountains, not to mention a few instances of snow sprinkles in certain area surrounding outer metropolitan Melbourne. It has been a great School Holiday season for the snow resorts with large numbers of visitors enjoying the picture-perfect winter landscape and all the activities on offer.

This month in the lead up to Father’s Day, we have our Father’s Day Competition on page 6. We also have a feature on Camping & Caravanning, and are giving away some tickets (see page 17) to this year’s 4x4 Outdoor Show and Fishing & Boating Expo being held at the Melbourne Showgrounds from August 22nd to the 24th, promoting all things outdoor!

As we go to print, our thoughts and prayers are with all the children and their families who have been affected by the conflicts in various parts of our world right now. It is with great sadness that we remember all the innocent lives that have been lost. In all this we are constantly reminded of the unpredictability of life, and that we need to hold our loved ones close and be thankful for each and every day that we are given!

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YOUR CHILD AREAS AVAILABLE FOR ADVERTISING VIC: |BANYULE & NILLUMBIK|BOROONDARA|MANNINGHAM |MONASH|STONNINGTON|WHITEHORSE|WHITTLESEA NSW: |THE HILLS |THE NORTHERN BEACHES

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BUSINESS OF THE MONTH Since 2010, when it was established, South Morang Toyota has earned a reputation for great customer service and support. The undercover showroom boasts an extensive range of new cars and commercial vehicles, allowing customers to personally test drive various models to find the perfect match. In addition, there is large range of Toyotaapproved, quality used vehicles to choose from as well.

In 2013, South Morang Toyota joined AHG, Australia’s largest motoring group giving it the national infrastructure needed to offer its customers nation-wide support. Every customer of this local dealership can have peace of mind in knowing that any purchase of a new Toyota vehicle at this location is guaranteed after sales support anywhere in Australia.

The dealership offers servicing that can be booked online on the website by clicking the “Service, Parts & Care” button. In addition to a fully equipped service department, customers can take advantage of competitive finance, car insurance and fleet management deals. Business Managers at the dealership are ready to meet with customers and create personalised finance options that are costeffective and suit any budget.

The South Morang Toyota dealership has the only “Toyota Approved Body Shop” in the northern suburbs of Melbourne, which ensures that only new genuine Toyota Parts and Accessories are fitted on all Toyota repairs.

South Morang Toyota is conveniently located on the corner of Plenty Road & Wealthiland Drive in Mill Park and really is a 'One-Stop-Shop” for all of your vehicles needs!

Call South Morang Toyota Today On:

03 9408 8000

or visit the dealership at: 8 Wealthiland Drive, Mill Park

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Father’s Day Competition WIN a Gift for that Special Dad in your life Three vouchers up for grabs!

The winner will receive A Vehicle Service Voucher valid at the local South Morang Toyota Dealership to the value of $300

South Morang Toyota have a team of highly trained and experienced service technicians who can service any make or model of car.

www.southmorangtoyota.com.au

Two other entrants will win Shopping Vouchers valid for purchases at Gifts for Blokes online gift store to the value of $50 each www.giftsforblokes.com.au

Gifts for Blokes is an Australian online store specialising in men's gifts where you can find unique giftsfor the men in your life.

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How to Enter: Send us the Answers to these Questions along with your name and a contact number or email address to email: info@yourchildinwhittlesea.com.au PM or Post on: www.facebook.com/YourChildinWhittlesea or SMS to: 0403 355 417

Question No 1: Which suburb is South Morang Toyota Dealership located in?

A. South Morang B. Mill Park C. North Epping Question No 2: Which year did Gifts for Blokes begin trading online?

A. 2007

B. 2010 C. 2012

Question No 3: How old is Your Child in Whittlesea Magazine?

A. 5 years old

B. 3 years old

C. 1 year old

Clue: You can find the answers on the sponsor websites

Entries Close on August 20th 2014 All correct entries will be entered into a draw for the 3 prizes Winners will be notified on the 22nd of August and the names of the winners will be published in our September 2014 issue

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SPECIAL OFFER: In Chair Whitening available for only $400 for the month of August (usually valued at $600)

NO GAP FEE for Medibank, HCF, CBHS, NIB, PeopleCare, AHM and GU Health for check-ups, scale and cleans, small x-rays, and fluoride* Business Hours: Monday 9am-6pm Tuesday 8am-6pm Wednesday 9am-6pm Thursday 8am-6pm Friday 9am-6pm Saturday 8am-1pm

58 Mernda Village Drive Mernda, VIC 3754 Ph: 03 8682 8658 E: admin@unitedsmiles.com.au

www.unitedsmiles.com.au *Terms and conditions apply. This offer is only valid if you have not reached your annual dental limit and a rebate is attained for each item.

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Road & Mountain Bike Specialist Bike n Bean is a small business that combines sport and hospitality.

Drop in, have a coffee and chat to our friendly staff who can guide you through a range of models and accessories.

Web: bikenbean.wordpress.com Follow us on twitter @bikenbean bikenbeans 5/797 Plenty Rd South Morang 3752 info@bikenbean.com.au

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Mobile Speech Pathology for children in their home, childcare, kindergarten or school.

Our focus is to assist you grow your business, grow your profits and build your personal wealth.

Our services include: Accounting, Taxation & GST Benchmarking Business Coaching Business Planning Financial Planning Loans & Mortgages Vehicle & Equipment Finance and more...

Tel: 03 9717 9889

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P.O.Box 334 Mernda VIC 3754

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Framed Baby Hand & Feet Sculptures Home Visits, Group Discounts & Gift Vouchers Available

Complimentary free photo for your keepsake frame

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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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Crisis Centres Poisons....................................................................

Kids Help Line..........................................................

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........................................................

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

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

Articles 8 Indoor Play Inspiration 10 Medicare Benefits are helping improve the dental health of our children 14 Cook for Dad 16 Camping and caravanning: Where to begin?

18 An Invisible Disability 20 The Importance of Fathers 22 A Child’s Best Friend

Accountants/ Tax Agents Legal Services/Lawyers 19 Optimal Accounting Solutions 15 MW Law - Doreen 25 Northcity Accountants Mother & Baby & Tax Agents 21 Angel Lane Baby Sculptures

Business Opportunity

Photography

23 Kids Matter Family Day Care 24 Your Child Magazine

25 Image of You Photography

Bicycles 17 Bike n’ Bean

Car Dealerships 5 South Morang Toyota

Play Centres 9 Fantasy World Indoor Play Centre & Café

Restaurants/Café 21 Hog’s Breath Café Epping

Regular Features

Child Care/Nannies

Shopping Centres

2 Editors Noticeboard 4 Business of the Month South Morang Toyota 25 Business Directory 26 What’s On in Whittlesea 28 Handy Phone Numbers 29 Kids Corner

9 Sutherland’s Child Care 13 Early Years Care 31 Eltham College Kids

12 Pacific Epping

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

Dental Services

Sports/Fitness 9 Ready Steady Go Kids 25 Gymsports Academy

11 United Smiles

Tutoring

Education/Schools

25 Trevallyn Learning Centre

3 Gilson College Mernda 23 Plenty Valley Christian College 32 Ivanhoe Grammar School

Hairdressing Services 23 Creative Hair Room

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Health & Well-Being

19 Talk and Play Speech 6 Father’s Day Competition Pathology 17 National 4 x 4 Outdoor Show Ticket Giveaway

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