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Editors Noticeboard Dear Reader Welcome to our July issue! We are already half-way through the year and into our second lot of school holidays. Before we know it we will be preparing for Christmas! With winter settling in over the next few months, it’s time to organise some indoor activities for the kids. Your local Yarra Plenty Regional Library has some great events for the kids to enjoy over the July school holidays, details can be found on pages 24–25. We have some fantastic reading for you inside this issue. We share some helpful tips when it comes to fashion. With winter here, we take a look at some wonderful natural remedies that can help boost the immune system. NO Excuses! explains how you can eat healthy by planning and eating in moderation even when you have an event or function to attend. If you are returning or contemplating returning to work, don’t miss Returning to the Workforce Half Way Check In on pages 22–23. We have launched a new section in our magazine and website – what’s on in Banyule & Nillumbik. If you have a community event or activity you can now list it in our magazine. For more information and to check out what’s on in our fabulous community, turn to pages 20–21. Our Facebook page has useful information and regular updates on what’s happening in and around Banyule and Nillumbik, so please visit our page and ‘Like’ us. Don’t forget to visit our website – you can read our magazine online, submit contributions, view deadlines, plus a lot more www.yourchildinbanyuleandnillumbik.com.au Please remember to support your local business community and shop locally. Until next time...
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Starting kids early - keeping them active Our step-by-step tennis starter program focuses on improving children’s concentration, listening and ball skills and uses modified equipment to enable children as young as 3 to develop their skills in a fun, safe and structured environment.
Parents love little tacker tennis too! “Sienna loved it and the coaching you run is fantastic - thanks for having her! And if you could pass on our thanks to Roland - he’s a great coach.” - Mum Jodie
Step-by-step tennis skills pathway program for kids aged 3-5 years old For more information Contact Head Coach Shane Scrutton M: 0414 373 586
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Watsonia Neighbourhood House
Greenhills Playgroup
Encourages new stallholders to take part in a market on the first Saturday of the month.
Afternoon sessions (Mon, Tues, Thurs) and Thursday mornings available for new groups, would suit Mother’s Groups. Individual families welcome to enquire for morning sessions. The hall has recently been refurbished including a new kitchen, flooring and a fully stocked toy cupboard. For children 0–5 years.
Saturday 6 July 10.00am–1.00pm 47 Lambourn Road, Watsonia Details 9434 6717
Montmorency Farmer’s Market Offers fresh seasonal fruit and vegetables, a great atmosphere and friendly people! It makes shopping for your groceries an enjoyable, positive experience. Gold coin donation goes towards funding the Stephanie Alexander Kitchen and Garden program for children at Montmorency Primary School. Saturday 27 July 9.00am–1.00pm 60 Rattray Road, Montmorency Details Felicity 0468 419 732
Join the group to discover wonderful creatures and adventures with Cherry.
Learn how to cook bush tomato pasta and dried quandong with yoghurt dessert. Learn all about the background of the foods and view inspiring art works.
Sunday 28 July 4.30pm–6.30pm Ivanhoe Uniting Church Seddon Street, Ivanhoe Details Rev. Sandy Brodine 0413 355 483
Friday 12 July 2.00pm–3.00pm Diamond Valley Library Civic Drive, Greensborough Details 9434 3809
The Singing Mammas A playgroup choir of mums and their children meet every second week in Heidelberg to sing up a storm.
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Outback Chef
Messy church is an inclusive, family friendly space where every member of the family can encounter the Christian story and explore the Christian life.
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Thursday 4 July 4.00pm–5.00pm Ivanhoe Library 255 Upper Heidelberg Road, Ivanhoe Details 9497 5780
Messy Church @ Ivanhoe
Fortnightly on a Wednesday 9.30am–11.30am Heidelberg Presbyterian Church Cnr Darebin and Hawdon Streets, Heidelberg Details Rachel Paterson 0423 167 601
Community Drive, Greensborough Details Melanie 0410 475 795 greenhillspg@gmail.com
Just4Kids Get into some craft using recycled CDs. We’ll make a rainbow fish using an old CD, craft paper and sequins. Bookings required. Wednesday 17 July 3.30pm–5.00pm Diamond Valley Library Civic Drive, Greensborough Bookings 9434 3809
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Bilingual Storytime – Dutch Listen to stories read in Dutch, sing Dutch songs and rhymes and finish off with a craft activity. This storytime session is suitable for children familiar with the Dutch and Afrikaans language aged 3–5 years. Children are being read aloud to every day at Yarra Plenty Regional Library storytimes. See the storytimes schedules at all branches and for all ages www.yprl.vic.gov.au/explore/kids Friday 26 July 10.30am–11.30am Diamond Valley Library Civic Drive, Greensborough Details 9434 3809
Warhammer Workshop Learn how to play the game, paint your figurines, or set up scenery with your friends. Ben and Hayden will be here to lend a helping hand. Age 10+ years. Wednesday 31 July 4.00pm–5.00pm Diamond Valley Library Civic Drive, Greensborough Details 9434 3809
Homework Help Need some help with your homework? Weekly tutoring sessions are available to assist students with their studies. For further details contact us. Bookings required. Mondays 3.30pm–5.00pm Diamond Valley Library Civic Drive, Greensborough Bookings 9434 3809
BOOKLOVERS’ FESTIVAL Seeing Angels Join author Kirsty Metcalf (Koo) and artist Brian Nash as they talk about creating the children’s book I can See Angels. Books available for purchase. Bookings required. Tuesday 9 July 7.00pm–8.30pm Eltham Library Panther Place, Eltham Bookings 9439 9266
The Fantastical World of Dr. Seuss Explore the world of Dr Seuss through his books and a screening of The Lorax. Bookings required. Thursday 11 July 4.00pm–6.00pm Watsonia Library Ibbottson Street, Watsonia Bookings 9435 2397
Tales from India Join us for a fabulous storytelling session hosted by Spinifex Press and ELTHAMbookshop. These children’s stories have a delightful Indian flavour with myth and fable. Suitable for all ages. Bookings required. Sunday 21 July 3.00pm–4.00pm Eltham Library Panther Place, Eltham Bookings 9439 9266
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School Holiday Program – Art Car nival Saturday 29 June to Sunday 14 July
Banyule IVANHOE LIBRARY Phone: 9497 5780 255 Upper Heidelberg Road, Ivanhoe
Make a Kaleidoscope Tuesday 2 July 2.00pm–3.00pm Learn how to make a kaleidoscope with plastic beads and mirrors. All materials supplied. Ages 8–12. Bookings required.
Map and Music Mobiles Tuesday 9 July 2.00pm–3.00pm Make a cool bedroom decoration from old maps and music sheets. Bring your own maps or music if you can. Ages 8–12.
I Can Dance Workshop Thursday 11 July 2.00pm–3.00pm Have fun in this stage-dance workshop. Learn the moves from the big musicals. Ages 8–13. Bookings required.
ROSANNA LIBRARY Phone: 9459 6171 72 Turnham Avenue, Rosanna
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Marc McBride is best known for his illustrations in Emily Rodda’s Deltora Quest series. Join him to learn how to draw mythical characters. Suitable for upper primary age. Bookings required.
Draw Cartoons Tuesday 9 July 11.00am–12.00noon Cartoonist and author of Better Out Than In, Adam Wallace, will show you how he creates some of his amazing characters. Try creating some of your own. For children aged 5+. Bookings required.
WATSONIA LIBRARY Phone: 9435 2397 Ibbottson Street, Watsonia
Marimba Music Tuesday 2 July 6.30pm–7.30pm Help fill the library with the sounds of marimbas, echocellos, flying shakers and musical exercise bikes. Bookings required.
Get musical at this fun session with Mini Maestros. This educational music program for babies and preschool-age children stimulates young minds, builds confidence and fosters a love of music. Bookings required.
Junkyard Instruments Monday 8 July 10.30am–11.30am Using materials reclaimed from industry, landfill, household rubbish and beaches and waterways, we will create beautiful, elegant junkyard percussion instruments. Bookings required.
Nillumbik DIAMOND VALLEY LIBRARY Phone: 9434 3809 Civic Drive, Greensborough
Preschool Storytime A Very ‘Arty’ Storytime Tuesday 2 July 10.30am–11.30am Dance the story with the Yellow Dance Spot then play with colours by mixing them, fold squares into triangles and make an ‘arty’ design.
A Zine Thing
Mini Maestros
Wednesday 3 July 10.30am–12.30pm
Thursday 4 July 10.00am–11.00am
Make your own magazine using old books, a typewriter,
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pictures and the photocopier. Recommended for ages 4–14. Bookings required.
Dreamtime Art Carnival Tuesday 9 July 10.30am–11.30am Yarn Strong Sistas will entertain with Dreamtime stories to celebrate Naidoc week. After the story, use natural materials to create a collage inspired by the story or a personal experience. Recommended for ages 3–12. Bookings required.
ELTHAM LIBRARY Phone: 9439 9266 Panther Place, Eltham
Bedtime Storytime Get Arty Monday 1 July 6.30pm–7.15pm Explore the art of pop-up picture books and then use the many craft materials provided to make an amazing animal.
A Zine Thing Wednesday 3 July 2.00pm–4.30pm Calling all junior graphic artists, authors and children who like to have fun. Make your own magazine using old books, a typewriter, pictures and the photocopier. Recommended for ages 4–14. Bookings required.
Art of the Dreamtime Monday 8 July 11.00am–12.00noon Carp Productions will bring to life the stories of well known Aboriginal Dreamtime characters The Rainbow Serpent and Tiddalik the Frog. Bookings required.
Astro Boy Wednesday 10 July 6.30pm–8.00pm Watch the award-winning animation on the big screen and
chat about the techniques used in the making of the film. B.Y.O. snacks and cushions.
Whittlesea LALOR LIBRARY Phone: 9465 2353 2A May Road, Lalor
Recycled Bottle Art Wednesday 3 July 2.00pm–3.00pm Join us as we make flowers and beautiful objects out of plastic bottles, caps and other interesting things. Bookings required.
Robot Sculptures Tuesday 9 July 2.00pm–3.00pm Have some fun using technological leftovers to make your own robot. Bookings required.
2 Tangle Circus Show and Workshop Thursday 11 July 3.00pm–4.00pm Entertainment Emporium will wow with juggling, clowning and more. Learn some moves of your own and put on a little show.
MILL PARK LIBRARY Phone: 9437 8189 394 Plenty Road, Mill Park
Venice Carnival Mask Monday 1 July 2.00pm–3.00pm Wielding creativity and shiny goodness you can make a magnificent mask. Bookings required.
Art Round Robin Tuesday 2 July 2.00pm–3.30pm Join us for a creative hour of art fun. Decorate your own Wild Banksia man from recycled materials, make your
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Cartoon Drawing Workshops 1. Creating the Character Wednesday 3 July 1.00pm–2.00pm
2. Creating the Story Wednesday 10 July 1.00pm–2.00pm Join our cartoonist Kev Howlett at these workshops on creating your own cartoon character and developing a story. Recommended age 8+. Bookings required.
2 Tangle Show and Workshop Thursday 11 July 1.00pm–2.00pm Entertainment Emporium will wow with juggling, clowning and more. Learn some moves of your own and create your own show. Bookings required.
THOMASTOWN LIBRARY Phone: 9464 1864 52 Main Street, Thomastown
Naidoc Week Art Tuesday 9 July 1.00pm–2.00pm Paint a dot picture and create some fun cut-out characters. Bookings required.
Draw Mythical Creatures Thursday 4 July 11.00am–12.00noon Marc McBride is best known for his illustrations in Emily Rodda’s Deltora Quest series. Join him to learn how to draw mythical characters. Suitable for upper primary age. Bookings required. July 2013
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Local Police Stations Diamond Creek . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9438 8300 Eltham. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9430 4500 Greensborough . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9435 1044 Heidelberg. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9450 8000 Hurstbridge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9718 2111 West Heidelberg. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9457 5777
Other Australian Breastfeeding Association Helpline. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1800 686 268 Banyule City Council Offices. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9490 4222 Nillumbik Shire Council Offices. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9433 3111 If you provide a free service to the community and would like your phone number included on this page please call 9029 0140
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Community Noticeboard
Meet other mothers and find the most interesting range of FREE activities for you and your little ones in Banyule and Nillumbik. JOIN US at: http://www.meetup.com/Banyule-mums-and-bubs/ LIKE US on: http://www.facebook.com/MelbourneMumsandBubs CONTACT Mayra on: Melbournemumsandbubs@gmail.com
Come along to share your home-grown fruit and veg and compare notes with other local food gardeners. Bring along something to swap with others: vegies, fruit, eggs, herbs, homemade produce, seeds, seedlings, recipes, a bunch of flowers, etc. Be inventive!
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Contents & Index of Advertisers Your quick guide to everyone and everything in Your Child Articles
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Keeping Calm With Kids
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ARCAN 29
Natural Antibiotics
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NO Excuses!
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Breastfeeding...What does it take to continue? 14–15
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Transition 3081 Group
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Bicycle Stores
Editorials
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Business of the Month Little Tacker Tennis
Blinds of Elegance
Bully Stoppers. Make a stand. Lend a hand. 18
@ Your Library School Holiday Program – Art Carnival 24–25
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Playgroups
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Concord Playgroup
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Children’s Birthday Parties 11
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Children’s Toys 27
RJR Bin Hire Watsonia Shopping Centre
Brandhiway
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Children’s Shoes
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Claydreamers 9
Essentially Ballet
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Pottery Classes
Children’s Dance Classes 13
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Play Centres
Community Kids Haven
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Northern Shukokai Karate
Child Care
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Excelsior Hotel The Eltham Hotel
Rivers of Yarrambat
Waterdale Child Care Learning Centre
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Karate Classes
Supercycle 32
Mini Picasso’s
Editors Noticeboard
Eltham Home Timber and Hardware
Hotels
Diamond Valley Multiple Birth Association
Returning to the Workforce Half Way Check In 22–23
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Creative Minds
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