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Kerry Johnstone from Manning Valley Tourism
In the world of marketing and advertising, we are always thinking about three months ahead. As we fly through September, our minds are already on November and December, as if we are simply wishing our lives away one advertising deadline at a time. since I was a kid; for instance, did you know that the Greater Taree City Libraries host a myriad of school holiday activities? Dance, drama, drawing and cartooning workshops, movies, games and cooking; it’s all happening at your local library. So, call today on 6559 3066. Places are limited, so remember to book early.
UPDATE Kerry Johnstone or parents, the year is defined by school holidays; as you survive one, you are already planning and sweating about the next. With the sun high in the sky and the season moving into summer, there can be no clearer se daily reminder to parents that the latest round of da school holidays are already upon us. sc
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So with this in mind, I thought why not kill two b burning issues with one stone, by promoting the m multitude of things to do with kids right here in the M Manning Valley and hopefully making parents’ lives ju just that little bit easier. The libraries have just got so much more interesting Th
Or are you looking to be inspired? Head out to the award winning Honeycomb Valley Farm at Nabiac, a small family run farm doing things just a little bit differently. For a small entry fee, you can browse the 5 acres of gardens full of amazing plants that have all sorts of purposes, as well as having a close up look at the Bee Motel, home to many different species of bees, including the very native Australian stingless bee. While you are there, make sure you browse the Honeycomb Valley Farm gate shop, where you can see, smell and taste the delicious new range of Honeycomb Valley teas, sauces and jams. What an amazing and unique day trip for all the family. Open every day of the school holidays, you can find them online at www.honeycombvalley.com.au With cooking and cooking shows being all the rage these days, you have to book you kids in for a cooking class at award winning Bent on Food Cookery School in Wingham. Your little master chefs will create pizzas, biscuits or a full meal using local produce. The little ’uns can craft everything from scratch and learn to make their own special creations. Recipes will be given to take home and if you are lucky,
they may even share some of their treats with Mum or Dad. These classes are very popular, so to avoid disappointment, book early to ensure a place – go online to www.bentonfood.com.au How long has it been since you flew a kite? Up in the hills, just outside Tinonee, Artisans on the Hill offer a great range of adults and kids workshops during school holidays. With kite making, kid’s woodcraft, candle making and of course, free kite flying, Artisans is a fantastic way to spend a day or a week just learning and enjoying. Check them out at www.artisansonthehill.com.au I have barely scratched the surface with my suggestions above and already I am running out of space, so drop into the Visitor Information Centre at 21 Manning River Drive, Taree for a School Holiday Activity Guide, which includes more tips such as the giant slide at the Manning Aquatic and Leisure centre, Big Buzz Fun Park, Ten Pin Bowling, Horse Riding at Clarendon or Kings Creek Camp, bushwalking, fishing and so many more great activities on offer. This year, there is no reason to sweat; we have it all mapped out for you. So take advantage of all that the Manning Valley has to offer and make our marketing just that little bit easier. And remember, there is no need to despair if you miss out these holidays – because the next ones are literally just around the corner.
At BCS Kularoo Centre Your Care is Our Passion
Book a tour today: The BCS Kularoo Centre offers low care, high care, dementia care and respite care services with special overnight accommodation for visiting friends or family.
BCS Kularoo Centre Cnr Kularoo Drive & Boundary Street Forster (02) 6555 1600 or take a Virtual Tour at www.bcs.org.au
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