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Volume Volume 55
October 2017
Edi EdittorsLetter orsLetter Welcome to the October magazine, The school holidays are almost over and we will be into 4th term, the busiest term of the school year. It won’t be long now and we will be thinking about Christmas. This year is just flying by ...! There are some really interesting articles in this months magazine so find 10 minutes, with a cup coffee in hand, put your feet up and enjoy. A must read for all parents is Kids Alive Do The Five on page 24. There is a fantastic read on page 20 The Power of 15 Minutes and I really enjoyed reading Is Dressing Up Just About Fun on page 8. Your Child in Whittlesea this month is running another amazing competition, you can win a 2 day Family Pass to the Whittlesea Show, see page 9 for more information on how to enter. Keep a look out for page 22 there are some great ideas to get the kids out and about. Hannah headed out to Fulham Way Park, Wollert this month for Hanging with Hannah see page 10. (If you’re lucky - you may even see the kangaroo mob jump past.) 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 October edition,
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Valid at Mill Park Store Only. Voucher to be shown on purchase. Pick up ONLY. Not redeemable for cash or credit. Not valid in conjunction with any other offer or online orders. Valid until 31st December 2017 One per person per order per day.
2 x Large Traditional Pizzas 1 x Herb & Garlic Squares 1 x 1.25L Soft Drink only $39.50 equal or lesser value
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WIN a FAMILY PASS to the Whittlesea Show 2017
Call 8401 4556 or 0401 429 244
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.
For your chance to win a 2 day Family Pass to this years Whittlesea Show valued at $45.00, go to our Facebook page for details and how to enter. Entries close 18 October. Good Luck!
134 - 136 McDonalds Rd, Epping 2 Schotters Rd, Mernda www.kiddypalace.com.au info@kiddypalace.com.au
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Now taking enrolments for term 3 Inviting all little dreamers into the magical world of dance. Where fairytales come alive in the studio.
NEW!! Kinder magical moves Junior combo (jazz/tap/ballet) Sub-inter jazz/acrobatics Senior hip hop CDA offers hot & cold beverages for parents whilst their child is dancing First 2 lessons FREE Director:Jayde ph 0424 250 713
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h a n n a H h t i w Hanging Fullham Way Park Fulham Way, Wollert Spring may be here ... but again this month when Hannah ventured out to the playground it was windy! Hannah visited Fulham Way Park in Wollert. The park is a pre y li le park with lovely gardens ... Hannah really enjoyed jumping on and walking over all the rocks and logs lying on the ground. The playground has 2 slides, 2 swings and a basket swing, a spinner, 2 monkey bars, and an assortment of dierent climbing equipment. There is also 2 picnic tables with sea ng and 2 park benches. However, this park does not have rubbish bins, drinking fountains, a sheltered area or toilets. Hannah’s highlight from the trip and this months p - keep a look out for the mob of kangaroos that pass by the park in the open grassed area behind. It was an unexpected surprise!
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What’s On in Whittlesea The Snake Man Come along to Australia’s best hands-on reptile show. Snake man Raymond Hoser will talk about dangerous and not-so-dangerous reptiles that may be lurking in your own backyard. You may even get to handle them.
Mill Park Library Thursday 5 October 1.00pm–2.00pm
Bubblemania Workshop
Halloween Costumes Before you go trick or treating, come in and make something special to wear and have some spooky fun.
Lalor Library Tuesday 31 October 3.30pm–5.00pm
Family Fright Night!
Games, spooky fun, dress ups, trick or treat and more!
B is for Backyard and Bubbles. Join The Scientwists for fun with tiny bubbles,giant bubbles and everything in between.
Thomastown Library
Thomastown Library
Tuesday 31 October 6.00pm–8.00pm
Friday 6 October 11.00am–12.00noon
Slime and Sludge STEAM Club Ages 5–12 Come and learn how to make slime and sludge and get gooey. Come have some science and technology fun at our STEAM Club. Ages 5+
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Whittlesea Library
Whittlesea Library
Tuesday 10 October 3.45pm–4.45pm
Saturday 28 October 11.00am–12.00noon Shop Local and mention Your Child In Whittlesea
Rockin’@ Redleap
Date Sunday, 22 October 2017 Time 11:00AM — 3:00PM Location Redleap Reserve Redleap Ave Mill Park
Kick off Children’s Week at Rockin’@ Redleap! This year the theme of Children’s Week is ‘Education has the power to transform lives’, so we will be transforming Redleap Reserve into an interactive day of art-making, performance, kids activities, storytelling, dancing. Come and try workshops and other far-out fun stuff.
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Kids Corner
Hey Kids you can be a ‘Your Child STAR’ share your jokes, recipes, puzzles, fun facts or photos with other Kids in Whittlesea Contact us: Kids Corner PO Box 280 Doreen 3754 email: info@yourchildinwhittlesea.com.au ph: 0455 312 166
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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
Advertisers
6 Emotional Regulation 8 Is Dressing Up Just About Fun 14 A Guide for Parents Returning to the Workforce 18 A Guide to Weight Loss for Busy Parents 20 The Power of 15 Minutes 24 Kids Alive Do The Five
Regulars 4 Editors Letter 10 Hanging with Hannah 22 What’s On 26 Kids Corner 28 Useful Information
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APPLICATIONS FOR ENROLMENT 2017 & 2018 ARE NOW OPEN for Years Prep to Six School Tours: Tuesdays & Thursdays 9.30am or by appointment
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