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Can you believe it? Term 3 is almost over and the holidays are back again! This year is just flying by and in a blink of an eye we will be saying good bye to 2022.However, while you have a chance take a few of moments for yourself, make a nice hot cuppa, find a quiet space,sitdown,relaxandhaveareadofouramazingarticlesinthismonthsmagazine.
KidsCornerisonpage24andthismonthwehaveaDottoDotActivityforyourchildrento complete and colour in. In Kids Cooking Time we are creating Chocolate Balls with Mini ChefBonnie,therecipecanbefoundonpage25.
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There is some wonderful reading, on page 6 Hey Dad ... Page 10 has tips for Choosing the right primary school, Massage for Mums and Bubs can be found on page 22. Part One of Bedtime Stories is on page 9 and if your looking for a laugh The Smelly Business of Raising Boys,isonpage26.
Hanging with Hannah has another throw back park this month. We are looking at Fulham Way Playground in Wollert. Hannah spent a lovely morning there playing on the equipment and looking at kangaroos. Remember the park is an awesome place to take the kids for some fresh air, over the holidays and it cost nothing. Hanging with Hannah canbefoundonpage8.
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Fulham Way, Wollert
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This months throw back park has Hannah visi ng Fulham Way Playground in Wollert on a very windy spring day. The playground is quite small, however, Hannah loved playing in the gardens ... jumping on and walking over all the rocks and logs lying on the ground. The playground offers a basket swing and 2 more swings, a spinner, 2 slides, 2 monkey bars and an assortment of different climbing equipment. Other facili es include in the play space are 2 picnic tables with sea ng and a couple of park benches. However, this park does not have rubbish bins, drinking fountains, a sheltered area or toilets. *Hannah’shighlightfromthetripandthismonths p-keepa lookoutforthemobofkangaroosthatpassbytheparkinthe open grassed area behind the park. It was a very exci ng but unexpectedsurprise!
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3 & 4yo Kinder
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There are opportunities in other areas such as Mental Health, Nursing, and Education Support, among others. For more info visit - www.vic.gov.au/free-tafe
It also helps parents, giving them the opportunity to meet life’s other demands whilst knowing their kids are meeting other children, socialising, and learning in a safe environment which complements the skills they are learning at home. Education is the key to a bright future and the Victorian Government is delivering the best start in life for our kids - our future.
to a new year of universal pre-prep for four-year-olds and the establishment of 50 government owned childcare centres in areas of high need, over the next decade.
To find out more visit https://www vic.gov.au/kinder or to find a Kinder visit
Frwww.findakinder.educationapps.vic.gov.au/eeTAFE–Anopportunityformumsreturning to work.
as ensuring our kids get a great start the Andrews Labor Government is ensuring the there are opportunities for Victorians wanting to start, or change, their career
One of the great things about my job is that I get to help make real change in our community. Helping our kids achieve their potential is one of the many things that motivates me.The Andrews Labor Government will always invest in our kids because we believe the best start leads to the best life.
With high childcare fees and the rising cost of living it’s important we create opportunities for parents, particularly mums, to return to work and make it financially worthwhile.
The Victorian Government is making big changes to early childhood education to help our kids get the best start in life, while also reducing costs.
Up until now the high cost of childcare has worked against mums returning to the workforce.
The Andrews Labor Government has introduced fee-free TAFE courses in areas of need. Early childhood education and care is one of these areas.
This is the Andrews Government making certain our kids get access to early learning as well as supporting every parent’s desire to see their kids achieve their full potential.
Following recommendations of the Mental Health Royal Commission the Andrews Labor Government is committed to ensuring our kids get access to great, preventative care which can help prevent the development of more serious health concerns down the track.
As part of the Andrews Government commitment to investing in our kids’ futures we are rolling out free 3 & 4yo Kinder.
The opportunity now exists for those seeking a fulfilling career in early childhood education to enrol in a fee-free course at a local TAFE which will enable them to attain their qualifications in time to take advantage of the many jobs that will be created as a result of the large expansion in Kinder across our great Asstate.well
This includes free three- and four-year-old kinder from 2023, this will save families up to $2500 per year, per Thischild.isinaddition
Children enrolled in funded three-year-old Kindergarten in 2022 & 2023 will receive a Kinder Kit, a colourful carrycase jam-packed with educational toys and resources to celebrate that kindergarten in Victoria now starts at age three.
Mental Health funding for schools in our area.
Family Support Update
It is really exciting that there are three local schools in the Mental Health in Primary Schools pilot (100 schools), these are:
The pilot program has been codesigned by Murdoch Children’s Research Institute (MCRI), expert
Smile Squad vans provide free dental examinations and treatments including teeth cleaning, fluoride application, fissure sealants, fillings, root canals and other non-cosmetic treatments to ensure your kids teeth are in top shape.
Smiletrack.
• Mernda Primary School
The Andrews Labor Government recognises that good dental hygiene is one indicator of good general health, but good teeth also improve self-confidence especially in our teen years and beyond. That’s why we are ensuring kids in government schools are getting access to dental care through the Smile Squad.
Although I am not recontesting the November 20022 election, I’m still here until then to help with state and local issues.
From Danielle Green
For more information visit – www.smilesquad.vic.gov.au
• Whittlesea Primary School
• Mernda Park Primary School
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pediatricians and Melbourne University, and their expert advice is to catch mental health issues before they develop into an actual illness.
Getting our kids care, as early as possible, will help us prevent ongoing mental health challenges down the
The program will implement school coordinators who will develop and implement strategies and provide referrals to kids who need support. Children needing more acute care can be referred to MCRI or other relevant services.
You can contact me via my website www.daniellegreen.com.au, email danielle.green@parliament.vic.gov.au or by phone on 9432 9782.
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18 Follow us on yourchildinwhittlesea22 Follow us on yourchildinwhittlesea22 IN & AROUND WHITTLESEA Wednesday 28th September 5-7 years 1.00pm - 2.00pm 8-10 years 2.15pm - 3.15pm 11-12 years 3.30pm - 4.30pm ThomasSTEAMDANCEtownLibrary DYI Library Bags Galada Hub Thursday 29th September 10.00am - 11.30am 5 -12 yearsCreate a Sensory Garden Whittlesea Library Friday 30th September 11.00am - 12.00pm 6 years and above For more information - www.yprl.vic.gov.au Picture Book Making Workshop Donnybrook Pop-up Thursday 22th September 10.00am - 11.30am Make Your Own Density Tower Lalor Library Tuesday 20th September 2.00pm - 3.00pm 7 years and above 20
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1/3 cup (40g) Cocoa Powder
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Step 3 - Take small amounts of mixture and roll into balls, then roll through the extra coconut.
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A great holiday or lunch box snack
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1/2 cup (45g) Desiccate Coconut
Step 1 - Crush the biscuits and place into a mixing bowl. (This can be done by either a food processor or by hand with a rolling pin.)
Chocolate Balls with Bonnie
Step 4 - Con nue with the rest of the mixture, place the chocolate balls on a plate and chill in the fridge for 30 minutes.
1 packet (250g) Milk Arrowroot Biscuits
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