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Edi EdittorsLetter orsLetter Welcome to the November magazine, In this month magazine we have some very important articles for you to read, the Top five tips for water safety over the summer break on page 8 and What to do if you see a Snake on page 24. Page 6 has an interesting read called It’s Cool to be Kind... Now its time to make a cuppa and find a nice quiet place, maybe in the sun shine and have a quick read. Your Child in Whittlesea this month is running another amazing competition, you can win 1 of 5 Decor Baby Packs see page 12 for more information on how to enter. With the beautiful warm weather around it is time to get outside and have fun, Joshua has been enjoying the afternoon sunshine while climbing trees and reading. Hannah has also been climbing trees, though she was not very happy about being photographed. You can see more of Hannah’s park adventures on page 26. If you know of any community events coming up that could be featured in What’s On, please email me to let us know info@yourchildinwhittlesea.com.au I hope you enjoy reading the November edition,
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Brand new to Doreen, the Orchard Road Community and early Learning Centre is a 104 place long day care centre catering for children from 6 weeks to 5 years. The centre is exceptionally well appointed inside and out and boasts industry best practice design and functionality in Early Learning, Maternal Child Health and Community spaces. We also deliver sessional 3 and 4 year old kindergarten on behalf of the City Of Whittlesea. All our educators are experienced, highly qualified and also have all appropriate qualifications in First Aid, Asthma and Anaphylaxis management. All meals are freshly cooked on site and we cater to all children's dietary requirements and cultural needs. Whittlesea YMCA believes that the key foundation for learning is through play. This involves taking calculated risks, varied experiences and social and emotional interactions both indoors and outdoors. We aim for all families and children to feel a sense of belonging at Orchard Road Community and Early Learning Centre and YMCA Whittlesea is proud to both manage the centre and be an accredited Safeguarding Children organisation. 10
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WIN 1 of 5 Décor Baby® prize packs
* Décor Baby® 260ml Feeding Bottle with Formula Cap * Decor Baby® Single Bottle Cooler * Décor Baby® Microfibre Wash Cloths
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Our Early Learning Centres located in Epping & Mernda are “Family Owned and Operated�. Both centres are SMALL, offering 45 places (Epping) & 38 places (Mernda). Children from 6wks to 6yrs. Having a SMALLER Capacity means we offer your child more personalised attention, care & service. Kinder program for 3-4yr olds Nutritious meals and snacks cooked on premises daily, nappies/wipes provided.
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What’s On in Whittlesea
Kids Art Studio Ages 3+
Toy Library: Balloons and Puzzles Get active and have some fun in our balloon room or relax with some puzzles. You can borrow three toys per Toy Library Membership Card. Ages 0–6 Lalor Library Friday 10 November 11.00am–12.00noon
Come and be creative in our Maker Space.
In partnership with Thomastown Neighbourhood House. Thomastown Library Saturday 4 November Saturday 2 December 10.00am–12.30pm
Kids Clay Workshop Ages 5–12
Christmas Ornaments: Tinkercad Basics Mill Park Library Monday 13 & 27 November Ages10+ Use online 3D modelling software Tinkercad to create and print a custom tree ornament for this Christmas.
Reverse Art Truck Recycled Craft Workshop Bring the family along and create some fabulous jewellery or home wares using 100% recycled materials from the Reverse Art Truck. Lalor Library Wednesday 15 November 3.30pm–4.30pm 22
Whittlesea Library Tuesday 14 November 3.45pm–4.45pm Join primary art teacher and creative art therapist, Linda Storto, and make something special with clay to take home. BYO apron or old clothes.
Meet NAO Mill Park Library Monday 4 December 5.30pm–7.00pm
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Sunday November 20, 2016 1.00pm - 5.00pm Hawkstowe Picnic Area, Plenty Gorge Park Come along and enjoy a relaxing afternoon of great music in the surrounds of the historic Le Page homestead. Live Music entertainment by St Monica’s Stage Band and Big City Beat. Children’s activities including an animal farm and face painting and a tasty BBQ provided by the Mill Park Garden Club.
Lalor Community Garden 10th Birthday Celebration Saturday 25th November 2017 10.00am - 2.00pm Lalor Community Garden 35 Duncan Road, Lalor Cost - Gold Coin Donation Enjoy art and planting activities, presentations on sustainable gardening and plant sales. Meet the local gardeners who have helped create this lovely community space.
Whittlesea Carols by Candlelight Friday 8th December 2017 7.00pm - 10.00pm Redleap Reserve Redleap Avenue, Mill Park
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h a n n a H h t i w Hanging Henderson’s Creek Wetlands Darius Terrace, South Morang Hannah was out and about again this month visi ng a playground in South Morang. It was a nice warm day, so into a dress, collect Teddy and off we all went. The playground is fenced in, with a spiral slide, 2 monkey bars, a fireman’s pole and lots of climbing opportuni es. Outside of the playground there are 2 BBQ’s, a rubbish bin, 2 park benches, and a drinking fountain. However, there is no shelter, tables or toilets. The playground is situated in beau ful wetlands, with walking tracks and bridges over the lake. Hannah loved stopping and chat with the ducks a er our short walk around part of the lake. Hannah’s p for the month - with the great weather about even Teddies likes to play at the park!
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Useful Information Emergency Numbers Ambulance Fire Police
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Hospitals Northern Hospital................................................... Austin - Heidelberg................................................. 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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Your Local Police Station . Epping Police.......................................................... Kinglake Police........................................................ Mill Park Police....................................................... Whittlesea Police ...................................................
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Contents & Index of Advertisers Your quick guide to everyone and everything in Your Child...
Articles
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6 It’s cool to be Kind ... 8 Top five tips for water safety over the summer break 14 Start off driving on the right path 18 Don’t be a victim of the under insurance problem in Australia 20 Raising bilingual children: what is it like? 24 What to do if you see a Snake
Regulars 4 Editors Letter 22 What’s On 26 Hanging with Hannah 27 Kids Corner 28 Useful Information
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