Brisbane Kids Spring Magazine 2017

Spring 2017 See Grug at the Brisbane Festival.

Get up close to butterflies.

Discover the best skate parks.

5 awesome spring bushwalks.

Captain Underpants hits the movies.

Over 100 activities and things to do!

EVENTS, ACTIVITIES & THINGS TO DO IN BRISBANE WITH KIDS

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IN THIS ISSUE WELCOME!

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Published by Brisbane Kids Pty Ltd ABN 34456380201 ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF TRADITIONAL OWNERS In keeping with the spirit of Reconciliation, we acknowledge the Traditional Owners of the lands where our city of Brisbane now stands, and recognise that these have always been places of learning and playing.

We wish to pay respect to their Elders - past, present and emerging - and acknowledge the important role Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people continue to play within the community.

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IN THIS ISSUE

HIGHLIGHTS 6.

THE BRISBANE FESTIVAL

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MUST SEE SPRING EVENTS

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VISIT VICTORIA PARK

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STREET ART IN BRISBANE

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UNUSUAL ANIMAL ENCOUNTERS

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SPRING CAMPING: FARM STAYS

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SPRING FESTIVALS

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IDEAS FOR TEENS

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STEM EVENTS

FAMILY TIME

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DAY TRIP: WHITE ROCK SPRING MOUNTAIN

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5 AWESOME SPRING WALKS

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SPRING PLAYGROUNDS

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SKATE PARKS

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BOONDALL WETLANDS

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KARAWATHA FOREST PARK

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SPRING THEMED PARTY IDEAS

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GETTING AROUND THE CITY

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LOCAL VOUCHERS

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MOVIES OUT THIS SPRING

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UPCOMING KIDS SHOWS

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THE BRIBIE ISLAND BUTTERFLY HOUSE

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THE STORE OF REQUIREMENT

CALENDAR OF EVENTS

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HALLOWEEN

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THE BEST EVENTS FOR KIDS IN SPRING

spring 2017 We hope you enjoy the spring edition of the Brisbane Kids Magazine.

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THIS MAGAZINE IS POSSIBLE THANKS TO THE FOLLOWING LOCAL LEGENDS: Cath Johnsen Writer Shannon McBride Writer Melanie Byers Writer Paula Johnson Writer Hongming Kan Explorer and Writer Brooke Powell Content Editor Leigh Child Events Manager Lousia Allert Accounts Manager Deb Hester Lead Designer from Needeep In Design Also Marie O’Neill the Brisbane Kids Illustrator from Marie O’Neill Designs Karl from Static Shift who is the talent behind the Brisbane Kids website & Editor/Owner Ngaire Stirling ADVERTISING ENQUIRIES print@brisbanekids.com.au or phone 0410 381 952

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THE BRISBANE FESTIVAL The Brisbane Festival 2017 starts on Saturday 9 September and continues into the first week of school holidays until Saturday 30 September giving Brisbane Kids the opportunity to participate in the festivities.

Book your tickets now at http://www.brisbanefestival.com.au/whats-on

The program for the 2017 Brisbane Festival is jampacked with lots of exciting and engaging shows and events for Brisbane Kids and their family. Check out our list of all the family friendly The Brisbane Festival highlights below.

The Brisbane Festival attracts an audience of around one million people every year!

FUN HOUSE 7 – 24 SEPTEMBER @ THE SOUTH BANK PIAZZA Making its World Premiere, Fun House is a must see family show full of exhilaration, exaltation and the best kind of inflation set in a pop-up technicolour world the audience will love. https://www.brisbanekids.com.au/brisbane-festival/

GRUG AND THE RAINBOW 22 AND 23 SEPTEMBER @ QPAC Based on the popular children’s book character Grug, Windmill Theatre Co bring to life the much loved Australian character with amazing puppetry and a lovely story about the odd looking Grug. https://www.brisbanekids.com.au/brisbane-festival/

JUSTINE CLARKE LOOK! LOOK! IT’S A GOBBLEDYGOOK 16 AND 17 SEPTEMBER @ THE COURIER-MAIL MAGIC MIRRORS SPIEGELTENT A new show based on Justine Clarke’s best selling books includes a live band and some cheeky monsters who will take everyone on a magical journey that will include rainbows, shadows, painting and dinosaurs. https://www.brisbanekids.com.au/brisbane-festival/

SUNSUPER RIVERFIRE 30 SEPTEMBER @ SOUTH BANK Do not miss this world class display which features 20 minutes of fireworks fired from multiple bridges, barges and city rooftops, plus aerobatics from the Super Hornets and helicopters set to an amazing soundtrack. https://www.brisbanekids.com.au/event/sunsuperriverfire-south-bank/

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MUST SEE SPRING EVENTS REDCLIFFE FESTIVAL: JETTY FIESTA 9 SEPTEMBER @ REDCLIFFE PARADE Redcliffe’s biggest street party will feature Mariachi bands, traditional Mexican dance troupes, a spectacular fire show, twilight markets, fireworks, roving street performers, live entertainment and so much more. https://www.brisbanekids.com.au/event/jetty-fiestarecliffe/

Did you know?

The Jetty Fiesta 2017 will host the biggest fireworks display ever seen in the Moreton Bay Region.

IMAGINATION CHILDREN’S FESTIVAL 16 SEPTEMBER – 1 OCTOBER @VARIOUS LOGAN LOCATIONS A 16 day action packed program brings together a monster-sized range of free and low cost activities ranging from mud baths to movies, swimming to story time and pirate talk to nature trails aimed at children aged 0-12. https://www.brisbanekids.com.au/imagination-childrensfestival-logan/

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Book your child into workshops now!

BRISBRICKS BRISBANE LEGO® FAN EXPO 2017 30 SEPTEMBER – 2 OCTOBER @ THE CHANDLER ARENA Everything is awesome at the LEGO® Fan Expo where LEGO® has taken over the Chandler Arena with LEGO® creations and displays, a play area, jewellery, retailers, interactive stands and an appearance by 501st Redback Garrison Star Wars characters. http://www.brisbricks.org/events/chandler-lego-fan-expo/

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Tickets are only available online.

MORETON KIDS FESTIVAL 8 OCTOBER @ PINE RIVERS PARK See Peppa Pig and Despicable Me 3 live on stage, plus five magical worlds including hands-on games and activities, science experiments, craft and a Brisbane Kids Fun Kids land that is full of rides and amusements. https://www.brisbanekids.com.au/event/moreton-kidsfestival-strathpine/

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VISIT VICTORIA PARK

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We already thought that Victoria Park Golf Complex at Herston had it all: a stellar 18 hole putt putt course, a kids playground, jumping castles on weekends, a pizza kitchen and kid-friendly bistro, plus stunning views of the city skyline. But now, the family-owned and operated Victoria Park is opening a rotisserie style kitchen, serving hearty roast meals daily. Who’s keen for a roast lunch or dinner with the fam, followed by a few rounds of putt putt? Sounds like the makings of a new family tradition!

SPEND THE DAY AT VICTORIA PARK There is so much to do at Victoria Park, and you could easily spend the day checking out their facilities, including: · mini-golf/putt putt course · driving range · golf course · golf lessons (including junior classes) · kids playground · giant games and jumping castle every weekend · licensed bistro with kids menu (close to kids facilities) · kids food and putt putt party packages · pizza kitchen · rotisserie kitchen - offering family table style roast meals ‘launching October 2017’ · stunning function spaces with city views VICTORIA PARK: AN OASIS IN THE CITY When you walk into Victoria Park and you gaze over the expansive green golf course, it’s hard to believe you are so close to the city. Yet, the views of the spectacular city skyline remind you that you that it’s only a hop, skip and a jump from Brisbane’s CBD. It’s also the ideal location for mothers groups that happily meet at the bistro each week for coffee and make use of the playground, outdoor areas, and free parking on site!

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Victoria Park is open seven days a week and is located at Herston, in Brisbane’s north, just two kilometres from Brisbane City.

For more information, visit their website – www.victoriapark.com.au

STREET ART IN BRISBANE STREET ART IN BRISBANE: WOODRIDGE Outside Woodridge train station, and between the shops, there is a tiny unassuming lane. In this little arcade you will find a yellow brick road of amazing street art, and from the moment you step into it you will feel alive like you have entered a place straight out of a fairytale.

Street art is a live and thriving in Brisbane with programs Brisbane Canvas and Artforce, allowing local artists and residents to display their artworks to the public. Find out more at https://www.brisbane.qld.gov.au

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UNUSUAL ANIMAL EXPERIENCES

unusual animal experiences Some of the funniest and most interesting animals are the feathered kind, which is why we have chosen them as our theme for the spring edition of the Brisbane Kids Magazine. Take a look at these unusual bird encounters you can enjoy in Brisbane...

OBSERVE DAILY PELICAN FEEDINGS AT CLONTARF Enjoy feedings of the local pelicans next to the visitor centre at Pelican Park daily at 10am. Pelican Park boasts a wonderful seaside setting, with two fenced playgrounds and lots of spots for picnics. Did you know that they feed the pelicans to check that they don’t have any fishing rubbish caught in their mouths? Neither did we! https://www.moretonbay.qld.gov.au

MARVEL AT BIRDS OF PREY AT O’REILLY’S RAINFOREST RETREAT Lamington National Park offers so much more than pristine rainforests and treetop walks. At O’Reilly’s you can enjoy some incredible nature shows and tours, including the daily Birds of Prey show. Weather permitting, the shows happen every day at 1pm. The barking owl is a favourite for kids, and there is often the chance to don a handler glove to enjoy the thrill of holding a bird of prey. This is a group show, though there is an option to book a one-on-one encounter via their website. Everything you need to know can be found at https://oreillys.com.au/activities/birds-prey/ GET A SELFIE WIH AN EMU AT LONE PINE There is just something about the emus at Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary. Head to the open area where the kangaroos freely roam and you will find emus wandering around the place. Be respectful of their space and never stand behind them, and you’ll find they are as curious of you as you are of them. Many a selfie has been taken with an emu at Lone Pine. Compare their one off entry to annual passes and you will likely want to invest in a year round pass. https://www.koala.net.au

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SPRING CAMPING: FARM STAYS 4 FARM STAYS CLOSE TO BRISBANE

Spring means warmer weather, new growth and baby animals, making it the best time to consider a farm stay holiday. Here are four of the best farm stays within a couple of hours of Brisbane: MILK THE COWS AT WITTACORK DAIRY COTTAGES Wittacork self-contained cottages are situated on a dairy farm in beautiful Maleny. The property spans 300 acres, and adjoins Lake Baroon and the State Forest, and there are plenty of walking tracks just waiting to be explored.

Children are welcome and can help out with animal feeding. The milk collected at Wittacork Dairy is sent to nearby Maleny Dairies for bottling, which is open daily for tours and tastings. http://www.wittacork.com.au/

RIDE A HORSE AT BESTBROOK MOUNTAIN RESORT If your child has always dreamed of learning to ride a horse, you can enrol them in a horse riding lesson or trail ride (including parent-led trails for younger children) at Bestbrook Mountain Resort. There’s plenty of other farm stay activities too, including wagon rides, animal rides and billy-tea and damper making. Accommodation options include camp sites, self-contained cabins, or the village bunkhouse!

SHEAR THE SHEEP AT JONDARYAN WOOLSHED You can learn about life as an Australian sheep shearer at the Jondaryan Woolshed, and even stay the night in the historic shearer’s quarters. There’s also powered and non-powered camping sites, cabins, a café, BBQ and a fire pit. The museum and animal nursery is open every day, and you can even take your own pet along for the holiday! https://www.jondaryanwoolshed.com.au/ COLLECT THE CHICKEN’S EGGS AT LILLYDALE FARM STAY Stay in the Lillydale farm’s homestead, and indulge on farm-fresh eggs, honey, vegetables and meat, while the kids are taken care of at a unique kids-club that can include everything from pony rides to collecting the chickens’ eggs. At night, gather together to toast marshmallows on the fire and gaze at the starry heavens. http://www.lillydale.com.au/

Spark your creativity these spring holidays!

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SPRING FESTIVALS THE GREEN HEART FAIR 10 SEPTEMBER @ CARINDALE RECREATION RESERVE Have fun at Brisbane’s biggest and greenest sustainability fair with entertainment, activities, community information and markets plus the Brisbane Billycart Championships and see Paw Patrol live! https://www.brisbanekids.com.au/event/green-heart-faircarindale/

SCANDINAVIAN FESTIVAL 16 SEPTEMBER @ PERRY PARK, BOWEN HILLS Expect Vikings, folk dancers, storytelling, live music, LEGO® and a smorgasbord of traditional Scandinavian food as this annual event brings everything delicious and Scandinavian to Brisbane. https://www.brisbanekids.com.au/event/scandinavianfestival-brisbane-bowen-hills/

TOOWOOMBA CARNIVAL OF FLOWERS 15 – 24 SEPTEMBER @ TOOWOOMBA Take a drive to the Garden City where you can enjoy an awesome program of family-friendly entertainment with everything from amazing parades to kids rides, live entertainment, kids activities, celebrity chef dinners and much more. https://www.brisbanekids.com.au/the-toowoombacarnival-of-flowers-perfect-for-kids-or-the-child-at-heart/

FESTIVAL OF CHILDREN’S THEATRE 24 SEPTEMBER @ BRISBANE ARTS THEATRE Enter the world of theatre as the festival allows Brisbane Kids to dress up in the costume cottage, visit the fairytale nook, meet your favourite characters, have your face painted and more. https://www.brisbanekids.com.au/event/festivalchildrens-theatre-brisbane-arts-theatre-petrie-terrace/

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SPRING FESTIVALS CONTINUED SCARECROW FESTIVAL 15 – 17 SEPTEMBER @ TAMBOURINE MOUNTAIN Find over 200 scarecrows on the scarecrow trail plus enjoy lots of kids activities, pig racing, face painting, buskers, live music and delicious food over three days. https://www.brisbanekids.com.au/event/scarecrowfestival-mt-tambourine/2017-09-16/

SUMMERTIME RIVERFEST 21 OCTOBER @ RIVERSIDE DRIVE, WEST END Flock to the river’s edge for the quackiest festival in town with live entertainment, a huge number of food stalls, rides for the kids and Australia’s Biggest Duck Race, all in aid of cancer research. https://www.brisbanekids.com.au/event/summertimeriverfest-west-end/

FESTITALIA 8 OCTOBER @ SPENCER PARK, NEWMARKET See the sights, smells and sounds from Italy as Brisbane’s biggest Italian festival hits the town with live entertainment, delicious food, Italian flagthrowers, historical re-enactments and much more. https://www.brisbanekids.com.au/event/festitalianewmarket/

BRISBANE KITE FESTIVAL 22 OCTOBER @ MURARRIE RECREATION RESERVE Find action in the sky and on the ground as the annual Brisbane Kite Festival showcases professional kites along with the chance to fly your own kites, browse market stalls, take part in workshops and more. https://www.brisbanekids.com.au/event/brisbane-kitefestival-murarrie-2/

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IDEAS FOR TEENS LAND KITING 18 SEPTEMBER @ PELICAN PARK OVAL Learn the skills and theory of land kiting before you master the practical aspect of flying land kites in this fun workshop that is the first step towards kite surfing on water. https://www.moretonbay.qld.gov.au/healthy-active/activeholidays/timetable/ ETCHED ALUMINIUM PENDANTS AND KEYRINGS 20 SEPTEMBER @ ARANA HILLS LIBRARY Create your own pendant or key ring from etched aluminium. Imprint a design into aluminium using etching solution and everyday objects like tape and stickers. https://www.moretonbay.qld.gov.au/subsite. aspx?id=159233

WHO DYED? 22 SEPTEMBER @ CABOOLTURE LIBRARY Become a crime scene investigator and unravel a mysterious crime using ink chromatography, soil density testing, shoeprint analysis and more! https://www.moretonbay.qld.gov.au/subsite. aspx?id=159233 MOUNTAIN BIKING 29 SEPTEMBER @ DAISY HILL CONSERVATION PARK Learn all about mountain biking including information on safety and lots of skills from the experts that are needed to become an extreme mountain biker. http://www.logan.qld.gov.au/community-support/ community-development/krank

RANGOLI ART WITH MADHU KHANNA 14 OCTOBER @ LOGAN NORTH LIBRARY Join local artist Madhu Khanna in a workshop exploring Rangoli, a traditional Indian artform using bright coloured sand, patterns and glitter to make beautiful Diwali Cards. https://loganlibraries.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/ WhatsOn_AugOct2017_Libraries_web.pdf YOUNG WRITER CONFERENCE 2017 25 NOVEMBER @ THE STATE LIBRARY OF QUEENSLAND Perfect for anyone interested in writing and wanting to publish their writing, the conference will include a number of keynote speakers and hands-on writing workshops lead by young writers and publishing professionals. https://www.brisbanekids.com.au/event/young-writersconference-2017-state-library-queensland/

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STEM EVENTS ROBO WARS LIVE! 18 SEPTEMBER @ REDCLIFFE LIBRARY Engineer a robot warrior and then get ready to rumble in the robo wars where robots battle other robot champions as it is all captured on film, transformer style. https://www.moretonbay.qld.gov.au/subsite. aspx?id=159233

SPHERO ROBOTS IN SPACE 26 SEPTEMBER @ INDOOROOPILLY LIBRARY Join a coding adventure that is out of this world. Create your own solar system by programming Sphero to orbit the sun. No prior programming experience required. https://www.brisbane.qld.gov.au/whats-on/venue/libraryevents#/?i=3

MICROMAKERS 21 AND 22 SEPTEMBER @ MICROSOFT INNOVATION CENTRE – CITY Take part in the Coding Kids Holiday Code Camp and invent gadgets, code with Scratch and build circuits using fruit, lollies and every other everyday objects. https://www.codingkids.com.au/product-page/brisbanecode-camp

CLEVELAND CODE CLUB 11 OCTOBER – 29 NOVEMBER (WEDNESDAYS ONLY) @ CLEVELAND LIBRARY Explore and experiment with coding options including creating games and animations using Scratch, defeating ogres by coding in Code Combat, solve puzzles in Lightbot programming Sphero (robotic balls) to navigate a maze and more. https://www.redland.qld.gov.au/info/20157/libraries/308/ whats_on_at_your_library#/?i=6

FAMILY TECH TIME 22 SEPTEMBER @ ZILMERE LIBRARY An interactive family session with a variety of emerging technologies with lots of opportunity for hands-on fun including exploring coding and robotics. https://www.brisbane.qld.gov.au/whats-on/venue/libraryevents#/?i=3 MINECRAFT PVP SKIRMISH 22 SEPTEMBER @ CABOOLTURE LIBRARY Build the ultimate battle arena with your friends, then strap on your diamond boots and prepare your potions as you put your PvP skills to the test against enemy players! https://www.moretonbay.qld.gov.au/subsite. aspx?id=159233 TECHNOLOGY AND ENTREPRENEURSHIP WORKSHOP 23 SEPTEMBER @ BRISBANE SQUARE LIBRARY The Opportunity Workshops teach young people about the skills of the future – Computer Science, STEM and Entrepreneurship. During the workshop, rotations will take place for Entrepreneurship, Virtual Reality and Tablet Exploration.

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DIGITAL FUTURES LAB UNTIL 21 JANUARY 2018 @ STATE LIBRARY OF QUEENSLAND Enjoy a free interactive experience which is part studio, part game space, part exhibition as you explore real life robots, risky algorithms, virtual worlds and learn mindfulness from a machine.. http://www.slq.qld.gov.au/whats-on/calevents/general/ digital-futures/digital-futures/lab CODE-A-BOT ONGOING EVENT WITH NO FINISH DATE AS YET @ THE CUBE Code-A-Bot is an interactive digital game putting you in charge of programming robot workers to collect and sort rubbish, improving the overall efficiency of a waste recycling plant. http://www.thecube.qut.edu.au/cube-screens/2017/codea-bot.php 14/08/2017 For more11:49 STEM and tech activities head to the calendar

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DAY TRIP: WHITE ROCK SPRING MOUNTAIN

DAY TRIP: WHITE ROCK SPRING MOUNTAIN CONSERVATION ESTATE, IPSWICH

Where better to have a spring family outing than Spring Mountain? With its stunning scenery, amazing diversity of plant and animal species, and rich history and culture, White Rock — Spring Mountain Conservation Estate is the perfect spot for a family bush walk and picnic.

At the picnic parking area there is also a great information point. Here you can find boards with maps and details of all the trails. There is also lots of information on the estate, including the flora and fauna.

Kids will love checking out the simple displays of natural objects and animal footprints on the display.

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WILDLIFE EVERYWHERE The Estate features spectacular rocky outcrops, ridges and escarpments, valleys and beautiful forest. The unique ecosystems are home to over 600 plant species and 150 animal species, including threatened species like the powerful owl and peregrine falcon. You can see many forest birds flitting about between the trees and look out for koalas in the large gum trees. You may spot a lace monitors and other wildlife along the way, as well as kangaroos and wallabies in the bush, or in the grassy areas around the picnic area at sunset.

WALKING TRAILS There are many trails to choose from, ranging from an easy 200m walk to a challenging 19km return hike, and everything in between. You can do just one of these trails, or mix and match various ones to get the best walk to suit your family. There are boardwalks, stunning lookouts, caves and more, all along well-maintained paths with clearly marked trails and plenty of benches for resting little legs along the way.

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PICNIC White Rock also features a great picnic area with an information stand, toilets and picnic shelters, so you can come for a short walk or stay the whole day. Enjoy hiking, bird watching, mountain biking, nature study or even horse riding (with your own horse) at this amazing area of natural beauty.

WHITE ROCK – SPRING MOUNTAIN CONSERVATION ESTATE CAN BE ACCESSED FROM THE PAPERBARK FLATS PICNIC AREA, WHICH IS LOCATED ON SCHOOL ROAD IN REDBANK PLAINS. FOR MORE INFORMATION, VISIT: https://www.brisbanekids.com.au/white-rock-springmountain-conservation-estate-ipswich/.

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5 AWESOME SPRING WALKS

MOUNT GLORIOUS MOUNT GLORIOUS Mount Glorious, accessible from Samford via Mount Glorious Road, is aptly named. There’s a glorious picnic area with wood-fired BBQs, quaint cafés, and some excellent walks for families. Greens Falls is a highlight: this 4.3km walk takes you through beautiful rainforest before bringing you out at a pretty waterfall. There’s also a shorter 2km rainforest circuit, perfect for little legs.

MOUNT TAMBORINE Tamborine Mountain is situated about 80km south of Brisbane via Beenleigh and Tamborine Village or via the Pacific Highway and Oxenford–Tamborine Road. There’s numerous family-friendly walks on offer in the beautiful Tamborine National Park, including walks at Cedar Creek, Palm Grove and Witches Falls. Afterwards, there’s the delightful Tamborine Mountain village to explore.

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MOUNT MEE Mount Mee is one of Brisbane’s best kept secrets – there’s rainforest walks, a café with stunning views, remnants of a historic timber mill, and an expansive picnic area… without the crowds. To get there, take a picturesque drive through Samford and Dayboro, before turning onto Mount Mee Road. Follow the signs to D’Aguilar National Park and you will arrive at the day use area, known as The Gantry. From here, there’s two bush walks to choose from: the relaxing Piccabeen circuit (1km), or the more challenging Somerset trail (13 km).

BEFORE YOU HEAD OFF MAKE SURE YOU LET SOMEONE KNOW WHERE YOU ARE GOING AND TAKE ADEQUATE WATER WITH YOU. FOR MORE BUSHWALKING SAFETY ADVICE HEAD TO https://www.npsr.qld.gov.au

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MOUNT NGUNGUN MOUNT NGUNGUN Feel like conquering a mountain? Mount Ngungun, one of the landmark Glasshouse Mountains, is challenging enough to be satisfying, while still achievable for kids.

The Mount Ngungun climb is a 2.8km return track, with uninterrupted views from the top of neighbouring Mount Tibrogargan, Mount Coonowrin and Mount Beerwah.

Don’t forget the sunscreen and water for this walk, as the track is often exposed to the elements. To find out more, visit the Glass House Mountains Visitor and Interpretative Centre, located in Settlers Rotary Park on the corner of Bruce Parade and Steve Irwin Way.

MOUNT COOLUM If it’s still too cool to swim at the beach, why not climb a mountain instead? Mount Coolum, located within Mount Coolum National Park on the Sunshine Coast, is a steep climb, but achievable for most children. At the top, the views over Coolum and the ocean make all the hard work worthwhile. Spring is the perfect time to attempt this walk, as it can get very hot in summer. The Mount Coolum National Park is located on Tanah Street West, Mount Coolum. Secure your car and don’t leave valuables behind..

Be prepared, be safe.

Remember that children will need to be supervised closely, particularly at the summit where there are cliff edges with dramatic drops. Take extra care around the summit area in wet weather as rocks become slippery.

You will need to be reasonably fit to make this climb – there are a lot of steps!

MOUNT NGUNGUN

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SPRING PLAYGROUNDS

BULIMBA RIVERSIDE PLAYGROUND Also known as the “Love Street Playground” - Climbing nets - Swings and slides - Multi-age playground with play for toddlers and older kids - Picnic friendly with BBQs, shade and toilets - Next to the Brisbane River with flat bikeways LOCATION Love Street Bulimba COFFEE WITHIN WALKING DISTANCE French Twist Bulimba 5 Corio St Bulimba

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CITY BOTANIC GARDENS PLAYGROUND - Sensory play, musical activities and sand play - Toilets only a short walk away - Surrounded by spring gardens and lakes featuring ducks and birdlife - Short walk to head over Goodwill Bridge to South Bank LOCATION Entry into the Brisbane City Botanical Gardens is by Alice Street, George Street, Eagle Street or via the Goodwill Bridge COFFEE WITHIN WALKING DISTANCE Onsite at the Gardens Café

SPRING PLAYGROUNDS

GEORGE CLAYTON PARK - Nautical themed play structures - Climbing nets, slides and swings - Picnic friendly with BBQs, shade and toilets - Views of Moreton Bay and lots of bike paths to enjoy it!

LOCATION 55 Lower Esplanade, Manly COFFEE WITHIN WALKING DISTANCE Cooper’s Café Manly 409 Esplanade Manly

KIDSPACE CHERMSIDE - Undercover supersised fort playground - Picnic friendly with toilets, BBQs and shaded eating areas - Bike paths ideal for kids learning to ride - Great for multi ages with a basketball half court and tennis court with rebound walk LOCATION Murphy Rd, Chermside COFFEE WITHIN WALKING DISTANCE Chermside Shopping Centre is a 5 minutes walk away via the Downfall Creek bikeway

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BEST SKATE PARKS IN BRISBANE

BRACKEN RIDGE SKATE PLAZA

DAYBORO SKATE PARK

BEST SKATE PARKS IN BRISBANE

From an early age most kids love to get out and about on a set of wheels. Whether that is on a skateboard, rollerskates, scooter or bike it doesn’t matter, just find them an open space of concrete to practice on and they will be entertained for hours. For this reason, the skate parks of Brisbane are becoming more and more popular and with many getting expansions and upgrades there are some pretty impressive concrete playgrounds out there for kids to hone their skills on.

Below is a list of some of the best Brisbane have to offer. Large and catering for all skill levels, these will provide hours of fun regardless if you have a beginner or advanced rider.

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CAPALABA SKATE PARK Features: 100m long street run with ledges, hubbas, steps and gaps, feature bowl area containing a 6-8 foot bowl with pool coping, hips, sub box, sub rail and stepped back vertical wall. 12 stair, 8 stair, big 4, access ramp gap, garden gaps, flat bar, manual pads. Night Lighting. 1A Banfield Ln, Capalaba PADDO SKATE BOWL Features: pipes, roll ins, banks, stairs, bowls, hips, ledges and block, fun box, transitions and rail combos. Night lighting. 113 Caxton St, Paddington

SKATE PARKS CONTINUED

COORPAROO SKATE PARK

HIBISCUS SKATE PARK

BRACKEN RIDGE SKATE PLAZA Features: skate obstacles – ledges, rails, banks, spines and gaps, planter box, pole jam and pyramid. Night lighting. 523 Telegraph Rd, Bracken Ridge

DAYBORA SKATE PARK Features: Rhino 5ft half pipe with hip to bank on one side, small flat bank fun box and bank with inbuilt quarter. 35 Williams St, Dayboro

ALBANY CREEK SKATE PARK Features: main bowl being 7-8 ft deep, smaller 5-6ft bowl, streetscape – banks, hips, a rail, blocks, fun box, ledges. 61 Old Northern Rd, Albany Creek

INALA SKATE PARK Features: 2 bowls, street area, 3 stair, ledges, hips, banks, rail, gaps, rollover taco, cradle. Night lighting currently being installed. 12 Inala Ave, Inala

COORPAROO SKATE PARK Features: a street style skate park with banks, rails, blocks, ledges, ramps, quarter pipes, steel half pipe and grind poles. The Common Park, 92 Cambridge St, Coorparoo

HIBISCUS SKATE PARK Features: bowls, ramps, handrails, grind boxes, hips and banks. 90 Klumpp Rd, Upper Mount Gravatt

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BOONDALL WETLANDS

IMAGE: COURTESY OF BRISBANE CITY COUNCIL

BOONDALL WETLANDS

Located near the Brisbane Entertainment Centre, Boondall Wetlands Environment Centre is the perfect place to combine activity and learning for your Brisbane Kids.

The centre provides education on wetlands flora and fauna, and has interactive environmental and cultural displays. You will also find a wide range of information in the centre about conservation in the wetlands.

THINGS TO SEE AT BOONDALL WETLANDS Boondall Wetlands covers a large area and there are ample opportunities around the Billai Dhagun Circuit to spot wildlife, birds and a variety of habitats. The leisurely 2km walk takes you on a journey through tidal flats, mangroves, salt marshes, Melaleuca wetlands, grasslands, and Eucalypt forest. Check the trees for possums and squirrel gliders and see if you can spot any lizards walking through the grass. There is also a bird hide where you can view the birdlife without disturbing them.

HOW TO GET THERE You can find Boondall Wetlands at 31 Paperbark Drive Boondall. It is approximately 30 minutes drive from Brisbane CBD. Take the Entertainment Centre exits from either Sandgate Road or the Gateway Motorway.

OPENING TIMES Tuesday to Sunday 9am – 4pm

IMAGE: COURTESY OF BRISBANE CITY COUNCIL

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KARAWATHA FOREST PARK

KARAWATHA FOREST PARK

Karawatha Forest Park on the southern edge of Brisbane is an important wildlife refuge for a large number of flora and fauna including threatened and endangered species. The 1,000 hectares of bush is one of the city’s largest areas of remnant bushland and is home to a new Discovery Centre, walking trails, picnic facilities and a wonderful nature play area.

Not only is the Centre visually engaging, it’s packed with information. The displays include an interactive floor projection of hopping frogs, a nighttime theatre room and forest discovery area.

The Centre also hosts special activities during school holidays and is well worth a visit.

There are 8 walking tracks in Karawatha Forest ranging from 1km to 2.5km in length.

There are several shelters, multiple picnic tables and 4 BBQs around the picnic lawn.

There are natural play areas for kids built for the purpose of encouraging them to create their own games.

HOW TO GET THERE Karawatha Forest Park is located Acacia Road, Karawatha.

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SPRING THEMED PARTY IDEAS

SPRING THEMED PARTY IDEAS

Spring is the perfect time for outdoor parties – either in your garden or the local park – as the weather is wonderfully reliable, with blue skies and moderate temperatures almost daily. Here’s some inspiration for your spring baby’s birthday bash, including plenty of active games and celebratory foods to get the party started!

FAIRY PARTY Turn your garden into a fairy wonderland, with tree stump chairs, pots of flowers to decorate and a liberal sprinkling of fairy dust (glitter)!

Activity ideas: fairy face painting, wand making craft and miniature fairy garden making.

Food: Fairy bread, fairy fruit kebabs and fairy cakes.

SPORTS PARTY Head down to your local park and play your child’s favourite sport, or perhaps a combination of sports.

Activity Ideas: Cricket, football, soccer, beach volleyball, basketball and badminton, or games like hot potato, relay races and tag.

Food: A BBQ sausage sizzle will be popular (and easy!).

OLD-SCHOOL PARTY At home in the backyard or in the park, for big kids or little with old-school traditions.

Activity Ideas: Sack races, egg and spoon races, pass the parcel, pin the tail on the donkey, and the obligatory piñata.

Food: Plenty of honey joys, chocolate crackles, fairy bread, cheerios and fruit kebabs.

BEST PLAYGROUNDS IN BRISBANE FOR A SPRING PARTY Criteria: Toilets, rubbish bins, picnic spaces and lots of green space!

BRISBANE NORTHSIDE - Hidden World Playground, Taigum - John Goss Reserve, Chermside - New Farm Park, New Farm - Scarborough Beach Park, Scarborough

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BRISBANE SOUTHSIDE - Calamvale District Park, Calamvale - Rocks Riverside Park, Oxley - Sherwood Forest, Sherwood - Wynnum waterpark and playground, Wynnum

getting around the city Brisbane is such a great city to explore in the spring sunshine. The best thing is there are so many exciting ways you can see the city with the Story Bridge, South Bank, City Hall, City Botanic Gardens and Brisbane River all accessible by different means of transport.

Below is a list of some of the best ways to see the city with your Brisbane Kids.

CITY CAT AND FERRY Being a river city, Brisbane is fully accessible via ferry and city cat, which is always a popular choice for kids.

The city hopper ferry is a free service that can transport you to and from different parts of the city centre and the view from the water of the city is awesome.

BUS Brisbane Kids will also enjoy catching a bus around the city and there are lots services running each day. The free city loop bus service runs through the CBD and Spring Hill, and is perfect to visit different precincts within the city area.

BIKE AND SCOOTER Brisbane City is surrounded by kid friendly cycle paths which you can enjoy as a family for fitness and pleasure, but it’s also a great way to see the city. The paths, which cater for bikes and scooters, are a great way to see the Story Bridge, City Botanic Gardens and South Bank.

GETTING AROUND THE CITY

BY FOOT Really there is no better way to see everything the city has to offer than by walking. There are a number of beautiful walks through the city that are also pramfriendly making it easy for Brisbane families to get around. Plus exploring by foot allows you to discover all the public art and other hidden Brisbane treasures.

SEGWAY One for the older Brisbane Kids! What could be more fun than gliding, spinning and twisting your way around Brisbane on a segway. This option is available in South Bank and is the coolest way to see the city.

CAR PARKING THE NON STRESS AFFORDABLE WAY Secure-A-Spot is a nifty way to book a carpark online (via their website). You simply find a carpark available where you need to go, book it, You save money (up to 60% off) and you get a pin number that you use to check in and out via a machine with all payments made online in advance.

Hint.

Whichever mode of public transport you choose, children aged four years and under travel for free.

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local vouchers

Save up to $5.80ea

Family Mini Golf Pass

2 for 1

Save up to $5.80ea. 2 games inc. shoes $13 per person. *Conditions apply. Bookings are essential, please call to make a booking.

Voucher cannot be used for league, tournaments or with any other offer. Games cannot be shared between bowlers. Valid until 30/11/17 149 Albany Creek Rd, Aspley 4034.

Phone 07 3263 8848 www.aspley10pinbowl.com.au

Family Mini Golf Pass (2 adults & 2 children) *conditions apply $40 savings total.

Valid until 30/11/2017 07 3087 7800 www.golfcentral.bne.com.au

2 for 1. 2 for the price of 1 for school holiday sessions. Valid until 30/11/17.

Only valid for day time sessions (Monday to Sunday). Not valid for learn to skate. Skate and blade hire extra.

07 3325 1711 skateaway.net.au/holiday-sessions

Free magnet piece up to $5

2 tours for the price of 1

2 for 1

Free magnet piece - valued up to $5* Valid until 30/11/17 Buy 1 full price piece and get 1 free magnet piece valued up to $5.

Coupon must be printed to claim Limit: one per family per day.

Shop 5/1396 Creek Rd, Carina, 4152 07 3843 4441 www.pfhbelmont.com.au

2 Farm and Factory Tour Vouchers for the price of one.

Coupon must be surrendered upon use, not redeemable for cash.

Expiry 30/8/2018 07 5494 2392 http://malenydairies.com/

2 for 1 (buy one entry, get one free).

Voucher must be surrendered upon entry.

Only voucher from printed magazine will be accepted. A maximum of one voucher per customer per day may be used. This voucher is intended for casual play only and is not valid for parties/groups. Please check out We Play’s FAQ on their website before you visit Expires 30/11/17.

Phone 1300 WE PLAY https://carindale.weplay4fun.com.au/

Adults play at kids prices

2 for 1

10% off 2 races with licence*

Adults play putt putt at kids prices!

Valid when playing as a family.

Cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer. Not redeemable for cash.

Valid to 30th November 2017.

07 3252 0666 https://victoriapark.com.au/golf/putt-putt/

Jumping or laser tag. Get 2 for the price of 1. Valid until 30/11/2017. Walk in only.

Not valid in conjunction with any other offer. Cannot be used for parties or functions. Jumping socks not included.

Coupon must be printed to claim.

544 Kessells Rd. Macgregor, Brisbane. 4019 Phone 13 SKYZ (13 7599) https://skyzone.com.au

10% & off 2 races with licence* *10% discount applies when purchasing 2 races with a race licence combined.

Discount does not apply to individual products.

Valid until 30/11/2017 Eagle Farm and Pimpama locations only www.slideways.com.au

CARINDALE

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MOVIES OUT THIS SPRING CAPTAIN UNDERPANTS RELEASE DATE: 14 SEPTEMBER 2017 Based on the bestselling children’s book of the same name, Captain Underpants will be the must see movie these school holidays! This hilarious family comedy tells the story of two overly imaginative pranksters, George and Harold, who hypnotise their Principal into thinking he’s an enthusiastic, yet dim-witted, superhero named Captain Underpants.

THE LEGO® NINJAGO® MOVIE RELEASE DATE: 22 SEPETEMBER The long awaited LEGO® NINJAGO® Movie follows the battle for NINJAGO® City and calls to action young Master Builder Lloyd (aka The Green Ninja), along with his friends who are also secret ninja warriors. Led by Master Wu, the wise and wise-cracking master, Lloyd and his fellow ninjas must defeat the evil warlord Garmadon who also happens to be Lloyd’s dad.

THE EMOJI MOVIE RELEASE DATE: 14 SEPTEMBER 2017 A movie made just for this generation, The Emoji Movie is sure to be a hit with everyone who uses the smiley face, sad face, thumbs up and of course the poo emoji!

The movie explores exactly what happens in the secret world inside your phone where emoji’s live and work.

MY LITTLE PONY: THE MOVIE RELEASE DATE: 2 NOVEMBER 2017 When a dark force threatens Ponyville, The Mane 6 (Twilight Sparkel, Applejack, Rainbow Dash, Pinkie Pie, Fluttershy and Rarity) must go on an unforgettable journey where they meet new friends and face exciting challenges on a quest to use the magic of friendship and save their home.

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UPCOMING KIDS SHOWS DISNEY’S THE LITTLE MERMAID 9 SEPTEMBER – 14 OCTOBER @ BRISBANE ARTS THEATRE Disney’s The Little Mermaid is the stage production of the much-loved Disney movie complete with the children’s favourite characters, baddies and comedic sea creatures. https://www.brisbanekids.com.au/disneys-little-mermaidbrisbane-september-october-2017/

LAH-LAH HAVING FUN! IN CONCERT 22 – 28 SEPTEMBER @ VARIOUS VENUES Starring the stripey-socked singing sensation LahLah and her Big Live Band, Lah-Lah Having Fun! is an entertaining stage spectacular featuring everyone’s favourite songs, dancing, and of course fun. https://www.brisbanekids.com.au/lah-lah-fun-liveconcert-september-2017/

DINOSAUR TIME MACHINE 16 – 22 SEPTEMBER @ BRISBANE POWERHOUSE Dinosaur lovers will love this fun and educational show that combines fossils, puppetry, circus and science on stage as two scientists travel back in time and explore all things dinosaur! https://www.brisbanekids.com.au/dinosaur-timemachine-brisbane-september-2017/

CIRQUE DU SOLEIL: TORUK – THE FIRST FLIGHT 5 – 15 OCTOBER @ THE BRISBANE ENTERTAINMENT CENTRE Get ready to be amazed as Cirque Du Soleil performs Toruk –The First Flight and brings the world of Pandora to life in a show based on the popular movie Avatar with all the delights of a Cirque Du Soleil show. https://www.brisbanekids.com.au/cirque-du-soleilbrisbane/

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UPCOMING KIDS SHOWS CONTINUED MONSTER JAM 7 OCTOBER @ QSAC Start your engines and prepare for Monster Jam 2017 as 12 Monster Jam Superstars make their way to Brisbane to wow the crowds with jaw dropping displays of stunts and non-stop action. https://www.brisbanekids.com.au/monster-trucks-inbrisbane-monster-trucks/

BAMBERTS BOOK OF LOST STORIES 11 - 15 OCTOBER @ QPAC Bambert’s Book of Lost Stories is a must-see family production featuring amazing puppets that reminds us of how stories connect us to the world and ultimately, of the power of kindness. https://www.brisbanekids.com.au/bamberts-book-loststories-brisbane-october-2017/

HARRY POTTER AND THE CHAMBER OF SECRETS IN CONCERT 7 OCTOBER @ BCEC Enjoy a magical evening of music as the Queensland Symphony Orchestra perform the original score for the Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets™ (rated PG) film live as the much-loved movie is played on a giant high definition screen. https://www.brisbanekids.com.au/harry-potter-chambersecrets-concert-brisbane-october-2017/

THE WIZARD OF OZ 4 – 26 NOVEMBER @ QPAC See one of the all time great movies brought to life in The London Palladium production of The Wizard of Oz with Dorothy, Toto, Tin Man, The Lion and Scarecrow plus all the classic songs (and even a few new ones!)

Recommended for ages 8+ https://www.brisbanekids.com.au/wizard-oz-brisbanenovember-2017/

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Mini Golf,

KID’S parties, GREAT food...

GOLF CENTRAL IS FUN CENTRAL! Perfectly located just two minutes walk from the Brisbane Airport DFO… The kid’s will love it here so call our kids events team today on 3087 7800 or visit golfcentralbne.com.au

TOUCHDOWN!

Mini Golf + Lunch Pack Choice of a cheeseburger, chicken goujons or calamari rings served with fries and a pop top. $20.90 per person Includes cakeage

THE LAUNCH For the older kids!

Mini Golf + Lunch Platter Lunch platter includes chicken strips, chunky potato wedges, spring rolls, calamari and soft drink PLUS popcorn, chips MORE and mixed lollies.

PACKAGE $28.90 per person S AVAILAB Includes cakeage LE!

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THE BRIBIE ISLAND BUTTERFLY HOUSE

THE BRIBIE ISLAND BUTTERFLY HOUSE

No insect in this world is more loved by humans, especially kids, than butterflies. We are so enamoured of these colourful and delicate creatures that some people go out of their way to create sanctuaries to protect and breed them. The Bribie Island Butterfly House is one such destination for locals and visitors to the Moreton Bay region. Run entirely by volunteers and with all profits going to charity, their friendly ‘flight attendants’ will take you on a tour of the facility and breeding laboratory, while explaining the life cycle of a butterfly as well as other interesting facts.

ENTRY: For a family of 4 is only $34, with individual ticket prices from $7. Children under 4 years are free.

WHEN: Open Wednesday and Sunday, 10am - 4pm.

WHERE: 208 First Avenue, Bongaree.

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THE STORE OF REQUIREMENT

THE STORE OF REQUIREMENT

In an unassuming location in North Brisbane (curiously a location referred to as a “village”), a small shop has opened known as the Store of Requirement. Inspired by the wizarding world of of Harry Potter, the Store of Requirement is everything a fan of the wizarding world could want, and more.

The creators are humble owners, asking for understanding and patience, as they start small. Patience to allow for their plan to slowly evolve (as they should) into a wonderful hub of fantastic wizardry indulgence.

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Right now you can expect a truly spectacular cozy wizarding store in a room adorned with Hogwarts paraphernalia and collectables, in addition to a lovely seating area to soak up the atmosphere. Future plans include the serving of Butter Beer, holiday workshops and wizarding kids parties, but remember, if you do go there, to be kind and patient; content in the knowledge that Hogwarts was not built overnight.

WHERE: The Store of Requirement is located at 20 Station Street Samford Village (you will find them alongside, but almost within the Flying Nun Café).

20 Station Street, Samford

HALLOWEEN A SPOOKY NIGHT AT THE MUSEUM 27 OCTOBER @ QUEENSLAND MUSEUM Win prizes for best Halloween costumes, explore the Museum and brave the gruesome creepy crawlies, see spooky science, dance at the Halloween Disco plus more. https://www.brisbanekids.com.au/event/spooky-nightmuseum-queensland-museum/

SPOOKTACULAR EVENT: HARRY POTTER AND FANTASTIC BEASTS HALLOWEEN 29 OCTOBER @ BONNYVIEW HOTEL Get lost in Diagon Alley, browse the Harry Potter magic themed market stalls, meet Hagrid and Scabbers, win a prize for coming dressed as your favourite witch, wizard, warlock or Weasley at this awesome Halloween event! https://www.brisbanekids.com.au/event/spooktacularevent-harry-potter-fantastic-beats-halloween-bonnyviewhotel/

HALLOWEEN STREET PARTY 28 OCTOBER @ MANLY HARBOUR VILLAGE Enjoy a spooky day of activities including market stalls, best dressed competitions, live entertainment, Hotel Transylvania movie in the park, roving performers, night time amusements, pumpkin carving, fireworks and lots more. https://www.brisbanekids.com.au/event/manly-harbourvillage-halloween-street-party-manly-2/

HALLOWEEN EXPRESS 28 OCTOBER @ ROMA STREET STATION Dress up in your best Halloween costume and jump on board one of the vintage carriages to celebrate Halloween whilst enjoying a trip through Brisbane during a special one hour themed steam train ride. https://www.brisbanekids.com.au/event/halloweenexpress-roma-street-station-2/

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CALENDAR OF EVENTS - AUGUST/SEPTEMBER MOB: SUNSHINE SUNDAYS 20 AUGUST – 12 NOVEMBER (SUNDAYS ONLY) @ MUSEUM OF BRISBANE

DIARY OF A WOMBAT 4 – 19 SEPTEMBER @ VARIOUS LOCATIONS Based on the award winning picture book, Diary of a Wombat, the live show brings to life Mothball, the naughtiest wombat in Australia, who creates chaos as she gets bored with her daily routine.

Every Sunday this family-friendly workshop kicks-off with a tour of the Tastes Like Sunshine exhibition followed by hands-on arts and craft activities including prints with food and fruit origami.

BRISBANE FESTIVAL : FUN HOUSE 7 – 24 SEPTEMBER @ THE SOUTH BANK PIAZZA

SWELL SCULPTURE FESTIVAL 8 – 17 SEPTEMBER @ CURRUMBIN BEACH

Making its World Premiere, Fun House is a must see family show full of exhilaration, exaltation and the best kind of inflation set in a pop-up technicolour world the audience will love.

Take a drive to Currumbin to check out the amazing sculptures along the beach and enjoy the live music at SWELL Sounds, delicious food on The Green, masterclasses and kids workshops.

DISNEY’S THE LITTLE MERMAID 9 SEPTEMBER – 14 OCTOBER @ BRISBANE ARTS THEATRE Disney’s The Little Mermaid is the stage production of the much-loved Disney movie complete with the children’s favourite characters, baddies and comedic sea creatures.

TEDDY BEAR’S PICNIC 13 SEPTEMBER @ PINE RIVERS PARK Pack your favourite teddy bear and enjoy a morning of free family fun full of rides, face painting, stage shows and an animal farm as well as market stalls, food, coffee and advice for parents.

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REDCLIFFE FESTIVAL: JETTY FIESTA 9 SEPTEMBER @ REDCLIFFE PARADE

GREEN HEART FAIR 10 SEPTEMBER @ CARINDALE RECREATION RESERVE

Redcliffe’s biggest street party will feature Mariachi bands, traditional Mexican dance troupes, a spectacular Fire Show, twilight markets, fireworks, roving street performers and live entertainment.

Have fun at the Brisbane sustainability fair where there will be an amazing line up of displays, entertainment, activities and markets plus the Brisbane Billycart Championships and Paw Patrol live!

TOOWOOMBA CARNIVAL OF FLOWERS 15 – 24 SEPTEMBER @ TOOWOOMBA

SCARECROW FESTIVAL 15 – 17 SEPTEMBER @ TAMBOURINE MOUNTAIN

Take a drive to the Garden City where you can enjoy an awesome program of family-friendly entertainment including amazing parades to live entertainment, kids activities and celebrity chef dinners.

Find over 200 scarecrows on the scarecrow trail plus enjoy lots of kids activities, pig racing, face painting, buskers and live music, delicious food over three days.

CALENDAR OF EVENTS - SEPTEMBER

DINOSAUR TIME MACHINE 16 – 22 SEPTEMBER @ BRISBANE POWERHOUSE

SCANDINAVIAN FESTIVAL 16 SEPTEMBER @ PERRY PARK

Dinosaur lovers will love this fun and educational show that combines fossils, puppetry, circus and science on stage as two scientists travel back in time and explore all things dinosaur!

Expect Vikings, folk dancers, storytelling, live music, LEGO and a smorgasbord of traditional Scandinavian food as this annual event brings everything Scandinavian to Brisbane.

IMAGINATION FESTIVAL 16 SEPTEMBER – 1 OCTOBER @VARIOUS LOGAN LOCATIONS

PERCEPTION DECEPTION 16 SEPTEMBER – 21 JANUARY 2018 @ SCIENCENTRE

A 16 day action packed program brings together a monster-sized range of free and low cost activities ranging from mud baths to movies, swimming to storytime and nature trails for kids aged 0-12 years.

Investigate and have fun with mind melting illusions, sensory sensations, playing with perception and discovering the world inside your head at the Sciencentre’s new handson exhibition.

MUSEUM ZOO 16 SEPTEMBER – 2 OCTOBER @ THE WORKSHOPS RAIL MUSEUM Get up close to some wild animals in the special exhibit A Room For Wild Animals plus enjoy school holiday activities including craft, spotting animal tracks and a self guided trail.

Attend the finest Gladiator school in Brisbane where Brisbane Kids will make a helmet and develop combat moves before taking a shield and sword and entering a packed Colosseum for a photo.

Take a journey to an eccentric place where gadgets are poetic, puppets are naughty, machines untamed and circus tricks pop-up when you’re least expecting it!

Have fun with LEGO® as Switch Bricks brings along an amazing array of LEGO® including displays, build and race ramps, Dulpo®, Friends LEGO®, creative play and some have a fun carnival theme.

BBQ and Bonfire will serve up a sizzling BBQ, smoking bonfire and plenty of live music along with face painting, a jumping castle, arts and crafts, and outdoor games.

GLADIATOR SCHOOL 18 SEPTEMBER – 29 SEPTEMBER @ QUEENSLAND MUSEUM

LOOSE ENDS 18 SEPTEMBER – 1 OCTOBER @ IPSWICH ART GALLERY

SWITCH BRICKS SCHOOL HOLIDAY ACTIVITY 18 – 23 SEPTEMBER @ SACRED HEART PRIMARY SCHOOL BOOVAL

BBQ AND BONFIRE NIGHT 16 SEPTEMBER @ WAMURAN SPORTS COMPLEX

HOLIDAY MEG MIX 18 - 29 SEPTEMBER (WEEKDAYS ONLY) @ CIRCUS ARTS AUSTRALIA Enjoy two hours of jam packed circus fun including juggling, pyramids, acro-balance, hula hoops, plate spinning and high flying trapeze if you dare.

LAND KITING 18 SEPTEMBER @ PELICAN PARK OVAL Learn the skills and theory of land kiting before you master the practical aspect of flying land kites in this fun workshop that is the first step towards kite surfing on water.

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CALENDAR OF EVENTS - SEPTEMBER

ROBO WARS LIVE! 18 SEPTEMBER @ REDCLIFFE LIBRARY

A NIGHT AT THE MUSEUM 22 SEPTEMBER @ QUEENSLAND MUSEUM

Engineer a robot warrior and then get ready to rumble in the robo wars where robots battle other robot champions as it is all captured on film, transformer style.

Enjoy a special night of museum fun with access to the museum exhibits after it closes with lots of additional hands-on activities, demonstrations and pop-up shows.

FAIRY BEACH FUN 22 SEPTEMBER @ FLYING FOX STUDIOS Come along for some musical fun and make a treasure box and a sea themed bracelet just like the fairies by the sea love to do.

WIZARDING WORLD WORKSHOPS 23 SEPTEMBER @ BRISWEST CENTRE Perfect for muggles and wizards, these workshops are designed to spark curiosity and encourage 21st century learning skills while being immersed in the magical mayhem and merriment of the Wizarding World!

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BRISBANE FESTIVAL: GRUG AND THE RAINBOW 22 AND 23 SEPTEMBER @ QPAC

SPROUTS IN THE PARK: DRAMA FUN 20, 22, 27 AND 29 SEPTEMBER @ ROMA STREET PARKLAND

Based on the popular children’s book character Grug, Windmill Theatre Co bring to life the much loved Australian character with amazing puppetry and a lovely story about the odd looking Grug.

Have fun with drama as the Queensland Shakespeare Ensemble host a workshop for 5 – 8 year olds including drama games and creative play that will develop basic acting skills.

SURFERS PARADISE KIDS WEEK 23 - 29 SEPTEMBER @ CAVILL AVE

LAH-LAH HAVING FUN! IN CONCERT 22 – 28 SEPTEMBER @ VARIOUS VENUES

Celebrate kids with seven days of free family friendly entertainment including arts and craft activities, jumping castle, zorb balls, rock climbing, face painting and a live Despicable Me 3 show each day.

Starring the stripey-socked singing sensation Lah-Lah and her Big Live Band, Lah-Lah Having Fun! is an entertaining stage spectacular featuring everyone’s favourite songs, dancing, and of course fun.

OZ COMIC CON 23 AND 24 SEPTEMBER @ BCEC

MOB KIDS: WACKY FOOD FEAST 24 SEPTEMBER @ MUSEUM OF BRISBANE

Get ready to see superheroes, princesses, Star Wars Troopers, fairies, TV show and movie stars as the ultimate family friendly pop culture event returns to Brisbane for another year of fun and dress ups.

Enjoy a Willy Wonka-inspired workshop where Brisbane Kids will decorate the room with food, dress up with pasta necklaces and fruity hats, draw with chocolate and find flowers hiding in jelly.

CALENDAR OF EVENTS - SEPTEMBER

FESTIVAL OF CHILDREN’S THEATRE 24 SEPTEMBER @ BRISBANE ARTS THEATRE

KIDS DIG IT! ROMAN FAMILY FUN 25 – 29 SEPTEMBER @ ABBEY MUSEUM

Enter the world of theatre as the Festival allows Brisbane Kids to dress up in the costume cottage, visit the fairytale nook, meet your favourite characters, have your face painted and more.

Step back in time and do as the Romans did and make a mini chariot, mask or mosaic, dress up like a Roman, take part in a mini archaeological dig, attend Gladiator school and fire an arrow in archery.

NIGHT ADVENTURES FOR KIDS 27 SEPTEMBER @ DOWNFALL CREEK BUSHLAND CENTRE Enjoy a guided night walk as Brisbane Kids become Nature Rangers and learn about our nocturnal wildlife and try to spot some creatures of the night.

OPERA Q’S HANSEL & GRETEL 27 – 30 SEPTEMBER @ OPERA Q STUDIO

MOUNTAIN BIKING 29 SEPTEMBER @ DAISY HILL RESERVE

Sit back and watch one of the most popular operas ever written reimagined especially for primary students in the 21st century by OperaQ and Shake & Stir Theatre Co.

Learn all about mountain biking including information on safety and lots of skills from the experts that are needed to become an extreme mountain biker.

WONDERFUL WILDLIFE FAMILY FUN DAY 29 SEPTEMBER @ INDIGISCAPES Bring your Brisbane Kids along to Indigiscapes for the annual Wonderful Wildlife Day which celebrates the local wildlife in the Redlands with lots of fun, and interactive and craft activities.

SUNSUPER RIVERFIRE 30 SEPTEMBER @ SOUTH BANK Do not miss this world class display which features fireworks fired from multiple bridges, barges and city rooftops, plus aerobatics from the Super Hornets and helicopters set to an amazing soundtrack.

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BRISBANE ASTRONOMICAL VIEWING NIGHT 30 SEPTEMBER, 28 OCTOBER AND 25 NOVEMBER @ MT COOT-THA LOOKOUT Look through a telescope and see the spectacular mountain ranges and craters on the moon, star clusters, planets and other objects along with the Brisbane Astronomical Society member.

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BRISBRICKS BRISBANE LEGO® FAN EXPO 2017 30 SEPTEMBER – 2 OCTOBER @ THE CHANDLER ARENA AT SLEEMAN SPORTS COMPLEX Everything is awesome at the LEGO® Fan Expo where LEGO® has taken over the Chandler with LEGO® creations and displays, a play area, retailers, interactive stands and the 501st Redback Garrison Star Wars character.

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CALENDAR OF EVENTS - OCTOBER

STEAM TRAIN SUNDAY 1 OCTOBER AND 5 NOVEMBER @ ROMA STREET STATION Jump on board a historic steam train and relive the splendour of a bygone era, passing through city stations on your journey aboard vintage carriages.

OKTOBERFEST BRISBANE 6 - 8 & 13 - 15 OCTOBER (FRI, SAT AND SUN ONLY) @ BRISBANE SHOWGROUNDS

DIWALI INDIAN FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS 6 OCTOBER @ KING GEORGE SQUARE

See Brisbane transformed into a mini Bavaria showcasing some of Germany’s finest food, drinks and live entertainment including a Bavarian Oompah band and strongmen plus rides, puppet shows and more.

Experience the annual Festival of Light in the city at an amazing cultural event featuring non-stop entertainment, music dance, Bollywood, Henna, Indian music, arts and craft, and delicious Indian food.

HARRY POTTER AND THE CHAMBER OF SECRETS IN CONCERT 7 OCTOBER @ BCEC Enjoy a magical evening of music as the Queensland Symphony Orchestra perform the original score for the Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets™ film live as the movie is played on a giant screen.

FESTITALIA 8 OCTOBER @ SPENCER PARK See the sights, smells and sounds from Italy as Brisbane’s biggest Italian festival hits town with live entertainment, delicious food, Italian flagthrowers, historical re-enactments and much more.

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CIRQUE DU SOLEIL: TORUK – THE FIRST FLIGHT 5 – 15 OCTOBER @ THE BRISBANE ENTERTAINMENT CENTRE Get ready to be amazed as Cirque Du Soleil performs Toruk –The First Flight and brings the world of Pandora to life in a show based on the popular movie Avatar with all the delights of a Cirque Du Soleil show.

MONSTER JAM 7 OCTOBER @ QSAC Start your engines and prepare for Monster Jam 2017 as 12 Monster Jam Superstars make their way to Brisbane to wow the crowds with jaw dropping displays of stunts and nonstop action.

MORETON KIDS FESTIVAL 8 OCTOBER @ PINE RIVERS PARK See Peppa Pig and Despicable Me 3 live on stage, plus five magical worlds including hands-on games and activities, science experiments, craft and a Brisbane Kids Fun Kids land that is full of rides and amusements.

SOUTH BANK’S BIRTHDAY PARKLANDS PICNIC 8 OCTOBER @ SOUTH BANK Celebrate South Bank’s 25th Birthday with a day of free activities including live music, children’s activities, roving street entertainment, face painting and markets all in the spring sunshine.

CALENDAR OF EVENTS - OCTOBER BAMBERTS BOOK OF LOST STORIES 11- 15 OCTOBER @ QPAC Bambert’s Book of Lost Stories is a must-see family production featuring amazing puppets that reminds us of how stories connect us to the world and ultimately, of the power of kindness.

DARRA STREET FESTIVAL 13 OCTOBER @ DARRA RAILWAY STATION

CHILDREN’S FESTIVAL 2017 14 OCTOBER @ ROBELLE DOMAIN PARKLAND

Come along to the 14th annual Darra Street Festival where there will be fun for the whole family with delicious food, live entertainment, market stalls, and fun and games for the kids.

Celebrate Children’s Week with an event just for kids with face painting, rides, market stalls, international food, live entertainment, lion dancing workshops, martial arts and a fireworks finale.

YAYOI KUSAMA THE OBLITERATION ROOM 14 OCTOBER 2017 – 4 FEBRUARY 2018 @ GOMA

RANGOLI ART WITH MADHU KHANNA 14 OCTOBER @ LOGAN NORTH LIBRARY

Obliterate an Australian domestic space by adding colourful dot stickers to white furniture, surfaces and objects in this popular interactive hands on installation inspired by the work of Yayoi Kusama.

FAIR ON THE GREEN 14 OCTOBER @ MILTON STATE SCHOOL Party while the sun is up with wildlife shows, baby animal farms, showbags, fairy floss, junior and senior rides, and then as the sun goes down with free movies, games, food vans and fireworks.

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PULLENVALE SPRING FAIR 21 OCTOBER @ PULLENVALE Indulge in snow cones, fairy floss, lollies, ice cream and amazing food from the food trucks while everyone enjoys live music, crazy hair and face painting, rides and more.

YMCA RAT RACE 15 OCTOBER @ CAPTAIN BURKE PARK Grab the whole family and enter, a cheeky, cheesy and challenging 12 obstacle race that starts under the Story Bridge in Captain Burke Park and along Kangaroo Point cliffs.

Join local artist Madhu Khanna in a workshop exploring Rangoli, a traditional Indian artform using bright coloured sand, patterns and glitter to make beautiful Dwali Cards.

SUMMERTIME RIVERFEST 21 OCTOBER @ RIVERSIDE DRIVE Flock to the river’s edge for the quackiest festival in town with live entertainment, a huge number of food stalls, rides for the kids and Australia’s Biggest Duck Race, all in aid of cancer research.

RAAF AMBERLEY AVIATION HERITAGE CENTRE OPEN DAY 15 OCTOBER AND 19 NOVEMBER @ RAAF BASE AMBERLEY Check out the amazing display including a World War II Boston Bomber, Caribou airlifter, Sabre and Mirage fighter jets, F-111s, Iroquois helicopters, and even an immaculate WWII Jeep.

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CALENDAR OF EVENTS - OCTOBER

BRISBANE KITE FESTIVAL 22 OCTOBER @ MURARRIE RECREATION RESERVE

CIRQUE AFRICA 24 OCTOBER – 4 NOVEMBER @ ROUNDHOUSE THEATRE

Find action in the sky and on the ground as the annual Brisbane Kite Festival showcases professional kites along with the chance to fly your own kites, browse market stalls, and take part in workshops.

Be transported to Africa with highly entertaining blockbuster production featuring performers from six African countries including acrobats, dancers, percussionist, musicians and contortionists.

Win prizes for best Halloween costumes, explore the Museum and brave the gruesome creepy crawlies, see spooky science, dance at the Halloween Disco plus more.

JACARANDA FESTIVAL 27 – 29 OCTOBER @ EVAN MARGINSON PARK

HALLOWEEN LIBRARY AFTER DARK 27 OCTOBER @ MARSDEN LIBRARY

Set amongst the beautiful Jacarandas the whole family can enjoy live entertainment, markets stalls, sideshow alley, rides, a car show, fireworks and more all in honour of the purple tree.

Get ready for a fun-filled evening full of activities, games and scary adventures and remember to dress up as there will be prizes for the best dressed.

HALLOWEEN STREET PARTY 28 OCTOBER @ MANLY HARBOUR VILLAGE Enjoy a spooky day of activities including markets, best dressed competitions, live entertainment, movies in the park, roving performers, night time amusements, pumpkin carving, fireworks and more.

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A SPOOKY NIGHT AT THE MUSEUM 27 OCTOBER @ QUEENSLAND MUSEUM

SPOOKTACULAR EVENT: HARRY POTTER AND FANTASTIC BEASTS HALLOWEEN 29 OCTOBER @ BONNYVIEW HOTEL Get lost in Diagon Alley, browse the Harry Potter magic themed market stalls, meet Hagrid and Scabbers and win a prize for being the best dressed at this awesome Halloween event!

HALLOWEEN EXPRESS 29 OCTOBER @ ROMA STREET STATION

BATTY HALLOWEEN 31 OCTOBER @ LOGAN WEST LIBRARY

Dress up in your best Halloween costume and jump on board one of the vintage carriages to celebrate Halloween whilst enjoying a trip through Brisbane during a special steam train ride.

Celebrate all things batty with a special furry visitor from the Bat Conservation & Rescue Qld Inc and remember to get into the Halloween spirit and dress in your best batty outfit to win a prize.

CALENDAR OF EVENTS - NOVEMBER

THE WIZARD OF OZ 4 – 26 NOVEMBER @ QPAC See a classic movie brought to life in The London Palladium production of The Wizard of Oz with Dorothy, Tin Man, The Lion and Scarecrow plus all the classic songs (and a few new ones too!).

LITTLE DAYS OUT: SUMMER BEACH PLAYDATE 9 NOVEMBER @ SOUTH BANK PARKLANDS

SHERWOOD COMMUNITY FESTIVAL 10 NOVEMBER @ SHERWOOD ROAD

Join Flying Fox Studios as they bring summer to South Bank with a day of fun summer activities including a musical trip to the beach, making jellyfish dance and jump and sensory sand play.

Soak up the festive atmosphere at the annual community event featuring free rides for the kids along with a petting farm, market and food stalls, live entertainment and a nativity play with live camels.

ALBANY CREEK STATE SCHOOL TWILIGHT MARKET 17 NOVEMBER @ ALBANY CREEK STATE SCHOOL

ABBEY OPEN DAY AND BOUTIQUE CHRISTMAS MARKET. 18 NOVEMBER @ ABBEY MUSEUM

Support the local community and get a start on your Christmas shopping as you browse the boutique market stalls whilst enjoying live music, delicious food, raffles face painting and much more.

Take advantage of the free entry to the Abbey Museum at this annual event where you can explore the Abbey Museum while enjoying a boutique market full of amazing Christmas gift ideas.

LIGHTING OF THE CHRISTMAS TREE 24 NOVEMBER @ KING GEORGE SQUARE

GRIFFIN CHRISTMAS CARNIVAL 25 NOVEMBER @ GRIFFIN STATE SCHOOL

Witness the lights of Queensland’s biggest solar powered Christmas Tree being turned on during a night of festive fun including special guests singing everyone’s favourite Christmas carols and Santa.

YOUNG WRITER CONFERENCE 2017 25 NOVEMBER @ THE STATE LIBRARY OF QUEENSLAND Perfect for anyone interested in writing and wanting to publish their work, the conference will include a number of keynote speakers and hands-on workshops lead by young writers and publishing professionals.

Celebrate Christmas with market stalls, rides, amazing entertainment from locals, X Factor’s IndiElla and a Pink Tribute Cover Band, roving elves, fire twirlers and a fireworks display.

PINE RIVERS CHRISTMAS CAROLS 26 NOVEMBER @ PINE RIVERS PARK Get into the Christmas spirit singing Christmas carols, visiting Santa in his very own village, jumping in a snow globe, making Christmas craft, browsing twilight markets and watching the fireworks.

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