Casey Cardinia Kids Winter 2016

Things to do & places to go for families

adorable ways to keep them warm

Winter fun for the

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Shake off the IT’S easy to get down and out when the summer’s sun is replaced with winter’s wrath. But, within these pages, you’ll find several reasons to turn your frown upside down.

There is sooo much going on in and around both Casey and Cardinia, you’ll never have to hear your children say they’re bored again. We have you covered.

Flip to the Entertainment section to read about the inaugural The Big Freeze festival in Cranbourne or one of several concerts at the Cardinia Cultural Centre.

If you feel like going for a short drive, get tickets to the exciting upcoming production of The Little Mermaid in Dandenong or check out the Penguin Parade at Phillip Island.

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Feel like being crafty? Check out the Party Time section and see how ‘Our Little Caravan’ can help! If you prefer to stay indoors, we have some crafts or a delicious recipe to try in the comfort of your own home.

Besides giving you a heap of options to keep the family busy this winter, we have provided you with the best professional advice when it comes to the big issues.

Experts have shared their tips on how to talk to your children about the recent school bomb threats (pages 4 to 6), how to take care of those sparkling whites (page 10), how massage can help soothe newborns (page 11) and how to get those toddlers toilet trained (page 7).

We also have the latest in education

news, fashion trends, new book releases and so much more.

We hope you enjoy the fourth edition of Casey Cardinia Kids as much as we do.

Remember to visit our website caseycardiniakids.com.au or our Facebook page facebook.com/ CaseyCardiniaKids to stay up to date with fun events, important information and family services in and around the area.

As always, we love hearing from you – the readers – so make sure to email lia@caseycardiniakids.com.au with any feedback or suggestions.

Happy reading,

Party Time

Recipes

Little Caravan of Dreams Pages 20-21

No Need to go Potty over Training Page 7

Crafty Fun for the Kids Pages 22-23

Leslie Smith from Jindi Farm Bush Foods shares her Lemon Myrtle Muffin recipe Page 33

The Man About the House Page 8-9

Fashion

Relief is at Hand Page 11

Education Can-do Approach to Life Page 29

Wrapped Right and Sleeping Sound Pages 12-13

Flexibility to Grow Page 30

Entertainment

In Tune with the Times Page 31

Fun Times in Lah-Lah’s Land Page 14

School Morning Munch Launch Page 32

Stage Goes Under the Sea Page 15 Party time for the Fairy Best of Friends Page 16

Facility gives Kambrya an Edge Page 32

See the Penguins on Phillip Island Page 17 Winter Fun for the Coolest Kids Pages 18-19

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By AILSA LORD, CHILD AND ADOLESCENT COUNSELLING PSYCHOLOGIST, LAKESIDE PSYCHOLOGY

Communities were shocked by recent bomb threats at a number of schools around Pakenham and across Melbourne. Although some children were not old enough or didn’t have an awareness of what was happening and so were not affected as these events unfolded, others have been particularly tuned in to the threats and have had difficulty coping with this experience.

a) Temperament Some children have an easy-going temperament that allows them to go

b) Previous experiences of loss When there has been a previous adjustment or loss (e.g. moving to a new school, death of a grandparent in the child’s recent history, they are

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This may explain why a seemingly small stressor seems to trigger a big reaction in your child, and is related to the saying “the straw that breaks the camel’s back”. c) Existing anxiety symptoms If your child is already anxious, threatening experiences may give them another thing to worry about, even though they probably don’t need another. Anxiety about one trigger is “sticky” and can easily generalise to anxiety about a new trigger.

How adults around them react Children gauge how to respond to an event by checking out how adults around them respond. This means it is very important for adults to be able to role-model good coping skills.

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through life with a positive attitude and a relaxed manner. Other children seem to get stuck on details that some don’t even notice, and these children may have a more anxious personality. Kids that fall into the second category will be more likely to experience stronger or more extended negative effects from experiences such as bomb threats.

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If children see caregivers panicking, then they will understandably assume the situation is something they need to worry about also. This does not mean that parents cannot be anxious – just that it is helpful for you to focus on how you manage your own anxiety.

How can I support my child?

adults, because adults can tolerate a lot more distressing content than children.

It is best to avoid watching news footage of schools in lockdown, as well as other news stories that could alarm your child. Children have not yet developed the coping skills (such as understanding that these things are unlikely to happen to them), whereas adults make these sorts of assessments on a daily basis to help them cope with threats and danger. Likewise it is best to avoid audio footage of distressed people making comments about how awful a threatening situation is, as children may become fearful after hearing these messages. b) Give age appropriate information

a) Minimise media exposure Children need to be protected from media reports that are created for

If you reduce media exposure, you are able to tailor the information that you give to your child about the event.

This is because you can choose how to frame the information that you give, and how much detail to provide. Start by asking your child what they already know, then fill in any gaps in their understanding and address any misconceptions. When children don’t have answers to what is happening they come up with answers themselves to manage the uncertainty, and these answers may be far scarier for them than your explanation. It is not a good idea to try and shield children from the event because they are likely to find out from other sources. c) Validate feelings It is crucial that children’s feelings are supported by their caregivers. If children feel that their natural emotional response is not accepted, another layer of distress is added to the original

anxiety, and anxiety symptoms will worsen. Some parents don’t want their child to dwell on negative feelings but to move on quickly to being OK again.

There is something to be said about not dwelling on the negative for too long, but we need to understand that children have not yet learned how to regulate emotions as effectively as adults. Being able to talk out negative feelings with a caregiver that listens, understands and then gives them a gentle push toward a coping strategy is what helps children to develop healthy emotion regulation skills. d) Provide reassurance Remind your child that it’s normal for them to feel worried, but that caregivers and teachers (name some examples) are there to protect them.

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You can remind them that it is not their job to worry, but to play and do schoolwork. Help them put things in perspective by reminding them that there are plenty of good things that happen every day that don’t make the news, and that even when scary things happen there are always helpers available. It is best not to promise that nothing bad will ever happen to them because you can’t actually control this.

You can promise that you will protect them, and that there are many adults in their life to help with this, and that means they are safe.

rollercoaster. However allowing children to skip activities such as attending school because they feel anxious can make the problem worse, and even lead to school refusal. This is because avoidance is a hallmark symptom of anxiety, and the treatment of anxiety involves gradual exposure to the anxiety-provoking situation.

Inadvertently allowing children to continue to avoid feared situations will make them feel better that day or in the short-term but will increase their anxiety in the long-term.

e) Be aware of the hidden harm of avoidance

When a threat occurs, the way a child thinks about the world can change and it can feel like the world has been turned upside-down for them.

Keeping the daily routine as normal and predictable as possible will help

The desire to protect is a natural response, and sometimes we let our child skip out on an activity that is too scary for them e.g. going on a

f) Routines are important

them to see that the world is still the same safe place they thought it was before the threat occurred. It is important to make sure that your child is getting enough sleep and to emphasise family connections. These factors reinforce the child’s ability to adapt to change. g) Think about your own emotional reaction Because you are role-modelling for your child how they should respond, it will help to make sure you manage your own emotions effectively. It is helpful to share with your child that you felt a bit frightened too but it is important to move on to talking about the self-care strategies that you use.

For example you could say “I feel worried about that too, lots of people would, and what do you think might

be some good things for us to do together to feel better?” h) Seek professional help If you have allowed some time for things to settle down and you are still concerned about your child’s wellbeing, you can consider seeking professional help by talking to your GP. Some signs that things are not settling can include frequent watchful or withdrawn behaviour, a return to physical reassurance-seeking displayed at a younger age, or fixed beliefs about lack of safety that don’t seem to respond to the above strategies from a caregiver.

These signs are normal responses to stress, but usually subside as time goes on, and if they don’t your child may benefit from further support.

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their child was ready to make the switch from nappies to knickers.

WHEN do I know they are ready?

Should I keep their nappy on at nighttime? Should I reward them?

“(Does your child have) bladder control. Does your child urinate a good deal at one time, rather than dribbling throughout the day? Does your child stay dry for long periods of time? And is she/he aware that he is about to urinate?” she said.

There are so many questions you may ask yourself when it comes to potty-training your child. It can be a crappy task, but parenting expert Margaret Saunders has some great advice to help the transition become a wee bit easier.

While some people say two is a good age and others say three, Ms Saunders said there was no ‘perfect’ age and parents shouldn’t feel pressured from peers or family. Instead, they should wait until their child is ready.

“Each child should be toilet trained when they are ready, not at a certain age, or because your friends have children who are already toilet trained and yours isn’t. Toilet training isn’t a competition,” she said.

“The best advice I was ever given as a parent was from a father of a toddler who said, ‘all I know is by the time they go to school, they talk, they do things for themselves and they are toilet trained!’”

Ms Saunders said there were signs parents could look for to determine if

“(Are they) physically ready? Does your child have enough finger and hand co-ordination to pick up objects easily? Does your child walk from room to room easily and without the need of assistance?”

Ms Saunders said children should also be able to follow instructions.

“To test if your child is ready for this, ask them point to their nose, point to their eyes, point to their mouth, walk to another room and stand by a couch, bring an object such as a teddy bear to you from another room, and can they carry out a series of instructions such as, ‘put your teddy next to your boat’.”

Understanding (ahem) potty language is also important. Ms Saunders also said children should be able to say, and know the words ‘wet’, ‘dry’, ‘stand up’, ‘sit down,’ ‘empty’, ‘wee’ and ‘poo’.

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Once a parent has determined if their child is ready, there are several ways to teach the techniques.

Ms Saunders teaches a one-day, fun but intense method, but said it can be modified to take a few days longer.

The method involves the child teaching a doll or a teddy bear to go to the toilet and, in doing so, working out for themselves how to use the toilet when prompted by an adult. If the child uses the potty correctly, they are then rewarded.

“Your child would teach all the steps of going to the toilet to their doll or teddy, such as taking them to the toilet/ potty, pulling down their pants, doing a

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wee into the toilet/potty, wiping, pulling up pants and washing hands,” she said.

“It’s also a lot of fun. It makes toilet training into a game.”

Ms Saunders said completing the potty-training process was a fabulous milestone for both child and parent.

“Toilet training is a fabulous milestone. It’s exciting to hear your little one say ’Mummy, Daddy, I’ve been to the toilet’ as you hear the flush of the toilet.”

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was the amount of love and enjoyment that the kids bring to your life. I never imagined how much they change your sense of worth and being,” he said.

GONE are the days when women are expected to push their professional dreams aside to stay at home, cook, clean and look after the children while the men go out and earn the money.

More and more Australian couples are proving gender doesn’t matter and are swapping traditional roles. Some men are opting to take on the home responsibilities while the women are the breadwinners.

Both Chris and Scott said they faced stereotypes and had their fair set of social challenges.

“Men think you can sit at home watching TV all day and the ladies think you are lucky you have a day off to spend with your children,” Chris said.

Scott Webster with his kids Lucy, Jake and Owen.

“The biggest obstacle I see in being a stay-at-home dad is the effect it has on the kids with their kinder and school friends,” Scott said.

Chris McCaughlan, a 41-year-old from Berwick, said he knew he wanted to be a stay-at-home dad as soon as and his wife Phaedra discussed having children.

“I always wanted to be a stay at home dad. I used to coach gymnastics many years ago and, spending so much time with children, you grow to love their innocence and view of the world,” he said.

While Chris looked forward to the role, he found that at crunch time, it was difficult to adjust.

“It is a lot harder than I imagined.

I never thought about the responsibility of helping your child grow to be a good and happy child and the psychological games they play from such a young

age. It’s definitely an emotional rollercoaster raising children,” he said.

Scott Webster, a 36-year-old father of three, does too.

“The biggest challenge was getting used to not having as much time for myself. Without children you or you and your wife can spend a lot of time doing the things you like. With young children from the moment they wake to the time they go to bed it’s non-stop and by the end of the day your energy has been drained.”

He resigned from his job when his son Jake was born six years ago because his wife Bree was making more money than him at the time.

But despite the challenges, Chris loves his role.

Scott said he never imagined the benefits that would come along with the role.

“I imagined the nappies, vomit and rejected food being hurled around. I guess the only thing that was different

“I find that a few of their friends mums are a bit hesitant on exchanging numbers and having play dates. It’s not a major concern, as being involved on kinder and school committees have helped break that barrier and I have made some friends out of it as well.”

While the two both enjoy their time with their children, they’ve admitted there are some things that mum can do best.

Chris said he’s better at rough and tumble play and building things such as Lego, while his wife is better at making books come to life with her character building and enthusiasm.

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Scott said he’s better at playing sports and dealing with stinky nappies and vomit explosions while his wife is better at braiding hair, cooking, cleaning and crafts.

And, while both are flat-out during the day, they wouldn’t have it any other way.

“Advice to anyone out there thinking about becoming a stay-at-home dad – if you get the opportunity, do it!” Scott said.

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Wednesday – swimming and dancing. Thursday – kinder and Milo cricket after school for Jake.

Friday – vacuum and cleaning the house.

Nap times: Noon for Owen.

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Chris ' s typical day Kids: Fraser 4, Rhodes 2.

Wake up time: 8am-8.30am.

Chores: Meals (breakfast, lunch and dinner) and clothes washing.

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By DR JADE SUN, OF SUN DENTAL GROUP

I FREQUENTLY get asked by parents when they should bring their child in for their first dentist visit. While every child develops at their own pace, the Australian Dental Association recommends children have their first visit when their first tooth appears or at 12 months, whichever comes first.

It’s important to understand that dentistry is not just about looking at teeth, at every visit your dentist will check your child’s gums, lips, the inside of their mouth and airway. Your dentist will also examine your child’s bite and ensure there are no issues with their development.

We don’t expect your baby to jump into the dental chair on their own, they are able to sit in mum or dad’s lap while their teeth are counted and we check their mouth. Their first visit should be as fun as possible to create a positive experience.

This first visit is also an excellent opportunity to discuss diet and helps form the basis of good oral hygiene through your child’s entire life. You and your children should have regular

Dr Jade Sun with nurse Carly and young patient Amy. check and cleans with your dentist every six months. Prevention is always better than the cure.

If you have any concerns or questions don’t be afraid to ask. I have treated many children over the years

and understand that first time parents may need a little more information and guidance. Your child’s first dental visit is special, we’re always happy to pose for a photo with them to commemorate the occasion, just ask your dentist first.

It’s important for children to maintain their baby teeth as they help to preserve spacing for their adult teeth.

You can help make your child’s first visit a positive one: If possible schedule the visit for the morning when children tend to be well rested and co-operative.

Don’t bribe your child or threaten a trip to the dentist as punishment.

Don’t share stories of any bad experiences you’ve had at the dentist with your child.

Stay positive! Keep any anxiety or nervousness you have about the dentist to yourself as this can rub off on your child.

Don’t tell your child to be brave; they don’t need to be brave as they shouldn’t be scared of the dentist. We are here to help.

Try playing dentist at home, swap places with your child and let them be the dentist.

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Ahhh. We all love that relaxed, refreshed feeling that comes with having a massage. The knots are removed, tension erased and stress cleared. So can you imagine how great a baby would feel when given the right, soothing touch?

“Just as when we as adults treat ourselves to a massage, our serotonin levels increase (this is our “feel good” hormone) and our cortisol levels decrease (stress hormone). This is exactly the same for infants who can be struggling with life outside the warmth and safety of the womb,” said Lauren Dredge, myotherapist and NurtureLife practitioner at Glow Clinic in Berwick.

“It can ease wind and constipation, reduce crying time, improve sleep, boost the immune system and clear the chest and sinuses. It has also been linked to improved co-ordination in the infants as it increases their body awareness.”

Lauren, who specialises in pregnancy and infant massage, said parents also greatly benefit.

“Having a brand new baby is such an exciting time but it can be very busy too! With nappy changes, doctor’s visits, feeding, etc, it is so easy to get swept away in busy-ness,” she said.

“Massage time is great for time to just focus on being with your baby and can help foster and strengthen the bond between baby and parent. Especially for dads when mum is breastfeeding sometimes there isn’t a lot they can do in the early days so this can be a very special bonding time for them.

“It is also a good way to monitor your baby’s bodies for any changes and keep an eye out for any potential issues such as rashes, lumps, etc.”

Lauren said that as all babies were different, there was no specific age that they should be getting massaged, but recommended starting the process when they are about one month old.

“Babies are quite good at communicating whether they want food, comfort, sleep and it is the same for massage. We teach parents some cues to look out for but generally before bed is a great time for massage.

Whether it is before a nap during the day or before bed at night,” she said.

make it very clear when they are not happy! However, direction and pressure applied during abdominal massage needs to be correct or it has the potential to make wind or constipation worse instead of better. Lauren also said certain strokes and directions can be more stimulating than relaxing so they may be counterproductive in getting a baby to relax. She recommended attending a class at the Glow Clinic to learn the proper techniques.

“If baby is relaxed and happy then that is the ideal time for massage. But if they are teething or constipated we should massage them even if they are crying to help ease their discomfort.

“You can have a one off one-on-one infant massage lesson with an instructor or come to one of our series of three classes in groups with other mums,” Lauren said.

“It is also a great idea to have a specific blanket or towel you always do massage time on as babies learn association very quickly and will know what to expect when they see it.”

“I have a demonstration doll so if your little one is asleep, feeding or not in the mood you can still learn. We also sell manuals with detailed illustrations to help guide and prompt you when you get home from your lesson.”

She said there were also certain times of the day and behavioural cues to look out for to determine a good time to get those hands moving.

Lauren said it was highly unlikely any parent would hurt their child through their techniques as babies

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By LIA SPENCER WE’VE turned the air-conditioning off and the heater on, swapped salads for soups and replaced swimmers with jumpers.

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It’s important that we keep ourselves and our children warm and safe in the winter and that means ensuring we are wearing the proper clothing both day and night.

An Australian company has a range of safe and effective products to keep babies and their mum’s snug as a bug on those chilly evenings.

The ergoPouch is renowned for its range of fashion-forward, high-quality baby swaddles, sleeping bags and sleep suits and, adding to its list of impressive products, the company recently developed a new cosy sleep suit for feeding mums.

Alina Sack, ergoPouch founder and designer of the ‘twosie’ drew on her own personal experiences as a mother of two boys to come up with the innovative new product.

“I remember the chilly, middle of the night feeds well. The cold air on my bare skin certainly took the edge off the enjoyment of the beautiful bonding time

with my babies. We’ve designed the ‘twosie’ to encourage a much more snuggly, middle of the night experience for mums and bubs,” Alina said.

The company is going from strength to strength, having just been given the thumbs up from the The International Hip Dysplasia Institute (IHDI) who praised ergoPouch’s commitment to

“We know that hip health is especially important during the early stages of hip development in the first few months after birth so we’ve gone to great lengths to design baby sleep products that promote healthy hip development right from the outset,” Alina said.

Swaddling has been widely advocated by leading physicians including Leo Donnan, orthopaedic surgeon and chief of surgery at the Royal Children’s Hospital in Melbourne, as an effective way of settling a restless infant, but it’s important to ensure the baby’s hips are in the correct position when doing so. If not performed in a safe fashion, tight swaddling can negatively affect the development of a baby’s hips, even to the point of dislocation.

If a child does have to wear a brace because of hip dysplasia, they can still fit comfortably inside the ergoCocoon while keeping their little arms securely swaddled.

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The ‘twosie’ sleep suit is perfect for evening baby feeds, chilly nights camping or simply lounging around.

It features a cosy tog (warmth) rating of 2.5 and has been designed with special zippers to allow for easy breastfeeding access while still maintaining complete coverage and warmth through the back and waist.

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DEALING with the winter chills can add a whole new layer of complexity when you’re trying to keep your little one warm and healthy. Here are some ways to make it easy to keep your baby comfortable, safe and as snug as a bug in a rug this winter: What is the right temperature for my baby?

Ideally your baby’s room should be between 16 degrees Celsius and 20 degrees Celsius, with 18 degrees Celsius the most optimal room temperature for your baby. The best way to monitor this is to have a room thermometer to keep your baby’s room at a safe and comfortable temperature.

How do I know if my baby is the right temperature?

Place your hand on bub’s chest, tummy or back to see if he feels too hot or too cold and adjust his sleepwear or room temperature accordingly. Don’t rely on your baby’s hands or feet to work out if he is warm enough as it is normal for them to feel cooler than his core temperature.

A baby who is overheated may have damp hair, can be sweaty, flushed, have a rapid pulse and sometimes

fever. A layer of clothing should be removed and baby may need to be taken to a cooler environment or gently fanned.

all great at helping promote better sleep as they are breathable and can help keep your baby’s temperature constant throughout the night.

A baby who is not able to stay warm may become uninterested in feeding, become lethargic, floppy and difficult to arouse.

When using a quality, zippered tog-rated swaddle, sleeping bag or sleep suit you will not require additional layers of blankets, which can also increase the risk of sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS).

Overheating and over chilling your baby are SIDS risk factors and can impact the health and wellbeing of your baby. It is therefore important to dress your baby appropriately based on current temperature of their environment and to adjust baby’s clothes as the temperature changes.

What should my child wear to achieve the right temperature?

Knowing what to dress your baby in at night can be very confusing! Soft natural fibre pyjamas, swaddles, sleeping bags and sleepsuits help your baby stay warm and comfortable all night. Cotton, bamboo and merino are

ergoPouch baby sleeping bags are made from natural fibres to help regulate temperature throughout the night. Fillings are skin-friendly organic cotton or bamboo, never synthetic. They are designed with unique stretch inserts at the sides and at the shoulder to allow babies to move freely and comfortably while they sleep. All ergoPouch swaddles, sleeping bags and sleep suits are tog rated so there is an ergoPouch baby sleeping bag to suit every season.

What is a tog?

Just to get technical for a moment,

a ‘tog’ rating is a measure of thermal resistance. Put another way, it is a way of measuring of the warmth of a doona – or in this case, baby sleeping bag or swaddle.

The smaller the number, the lighter (or cooler) it will be and the higher the number, the warmer it will be. The lightest tog we offer is our 0.3 tog Summer Sleeping Bag and the warmest we make is our 3.5 tog Winter Sleeping Bag or Sleepsuit Bag. It’s interesting to note, that in Europe, a summer doona is considered to be 3-4.5 tog and a spring/autumn weight would be 7.5-10.5 tog, with a winter weight being a whopping 12-13.5 tog.

To help you decide what’s best for the temperature of your baby’s room ergoPouch have created a handy temperature chart to help you choose the right clothing to wear underneath.

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Lah-Lah’s land

FAMILIES from Cardinia and Casey gathered at Cardinia Cultural Centre recently to dance and sing along with the stars of Lal-Lah’s Adventure as part of their biggest musical tour yet.

The award winning cast from the ABC KIDS TV series, Lah-Lah’s Adventures were in Pakenham at the Cardinia Cultural Centre in April with their spectacular and engaging show, Sing It Loud!

The show was a brand new live musical extravaganza from Lah-Lah’s Big Live Band and featured some new, never before performed Lah-Lah tunes, as well as some very stripy favourites.

Tina Harris, better known as Lah-Lah, took a break from her busy scheduale to talk to CCK about the show, her passion for music and her life behind the scenes.

and how does it fulfil your passion of both music and teaching?

Tina: I think that is the most amazing thing about Lah-Lah. If you had asked me in high school what I wanted to be when I grew up, Lah-Lah wouldn’t have even come to mind but it’s a beautiful show and really does combine all my training with teaching, singing, dancing, acting and lots and lots of creativity. I sang with Opera Australia for many years before Mark (Buzz the Band Leader) and I moved to Paris and then Japan. In Japan we taught English and when we came home early childhood music. This is where the real idea for Lah-Lah was born.

CCK: What do you love about the show, band and the musicians you work with?

Tina: I just LOVE the band.

We’re all great friends and touring together is great fun.

They boys are such amazing musicians and our sound checks every morning are really something else. It’s a fun group. The show is so much fun, I love walking out on stage and hearing the first cheer. It’s super interactive and we try and get the kids really involved throughout the show.

CCK: Why is music important to you?

Tina: Oh goodness, music is everything – it’s rhythm, it’s melody, it’s communication.

I just love everything about being a musician. My daughters are 10 and 12 and we’ve had a couple of funny conversations with them where they’ve said “we don’t want to be musicians!” My answer

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is always, totally fine with me but learning a musical instrument is great for your brain, your social skills, your other school subjects so guess what? Practice time.

Tina Grace Harris.

CCK: Why do you think children and their parents love Lah-Lah’s Big Live Band?

Any kind of Asian food.

Tina: I think Lah-Lah is different. This is a real band of professional musicians. Our DNA is all about introducing kids to music and musical instruments. Parents and kids love the different styles of music we play from World to Gypsy to rock and jazz. There really is something for everyone.

Super spicy (Mark loves very, very hot food).

Pets?

Tasha the cat and Bindi the dog.

Favourite food:

CCK: If you weren’t with the television show and band, what career could you see yourself having and why?

Least favourite food:

Favourite band?

Walk off the Earth.

Favourite holiday destination?

Are you kidding? I’d go anywhere, I so need a holiday.

Favourite television show?

Hmmm, currently we are watching Gilmour Girls as a family.

Tina: Hmmmmmm ... I guess I would be in some kind of theatre or arts management.

I just love the creative arts industry and the crazy people who work in it

Favourite movie?

Matrix.

CCK: Can you tell us any future plans the TV series Lah-Lah’s Adventures has?

Tina: We’re all about the tour at the moment but we are looking at making something new towards the end of the year. Fingers crossed.

Five people (living or dead) you would invite to a dinner part?

Richard Gill, Richard Branson, Ellen, Nanna and Pa. Life motto: Take action to cause a reaction.

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CCK: You graduated from both Wollongong University (Bachelor of Creative Arts), the Sydney Conservatorium of Music (Diploma of Operatic Arts, Master of Performance) and hold a TEFL certificate from the English Language Centre in London. How did you end up with Lah-Lah’s Big Live Band

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a strong cast of over 30 members and many, many people also working behind the scenes on set design, costuming and production this show will set a new benchmark for us as a company.

IT’S an iconic Disney movie, and now Cardinia and Casey residents can see all the wonders from under the sea on stage.

“Windmill Theatre Company’s production will be a testament to the idea and product that is Disney; it will exhibit the classic story line with the influences of our skilled production team. Tyler Hess (director), Anthony Barnhill (musical director) and Kirra Sibel (choreographer) are all very skilled in their respective fields and together with every other person involved with the company are keen to present the region with this stage show.”

Windmill Theatre Company’s 2016 musical production of ‘The Little Mermaid’, produced by Disney Theatrical, will be held at The Drum Theatre in Dandenong in June. The show is shaping up to be one of community theatre’s highlight events of the year.

A cast of over 30 members have been busily preparing for a show which they are confident will be one of the biggest to hit amateur theatre in the south-eastern suburbs.

Stephanie James, who plays the lead character Ariel, said it was a dream role that was very vocally demanding and required a lot of different ways to use her voice and body.

“As a theatre company we have very high hopes for this show and are excited by the plethora of talent presented by our cast; the audition and rehearsal process has been incredibly exciting and rewarding, with more to still come,” a WTC spokesperson said.

“I am playing a mermaid, so I am playing a different creature. We (the cast) forever have to keep a motion going because we are under the sea.

Everyone is moving or doing something all the time,” Ms James said.

“Community theatre has always been a difficult industry with varying levels of talent and completely different minds presenting the new and old age shows that we see on our stages. With

“The cast is great and so supportive of each other. Everyone has a connection

Stephanie James plays Ariel in the upcoming musical production of The Little Mermaid.

Picture: contributed to Disney from our childhood. Ariel was always my favourite Disney princess when I was younger. I’ve played main roles before, but never the title character. This is Disney magic. Dreams come true.”

Ms James encouraged everyone, young and old, to come along to the show.

“It’s fun, high energy and very colourful,” she said.

“You can expect to see and hear everything you saw from the film, as well as some exciting new music.”

The Little Mermaid is playing for a limited three-week season, from 10 to 26 June, at the Drum Theatre in Dandenong. Tickets start at just $30 for children. To book tickets visit www. windmilltheatre.com.au or call the Drum box office on 8571 1666.

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Discounted family fares are available from $104 (valid for up to two adults and up to four children).

Lakeside Station is located within Emerald Lake Park, and really is the perfect destination for a family outing.

The park offers picnic tables, lawns and walking tracks to explore, as well as BBQ facilities and paddle boats for hire.

The recently opened tea rooms offer a range of food and beverages, including hot chocolates and steaming hot cups of coffee for those crisp winter days.

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Party time for the A COLOURFUL and fun group of magical friends are set to take centre stage at Cardinia Cultural Centre in June.

fairy best of fri ends you need to learn them too, they are: 1. Love your friends just the way they are 2. Be happy, giggly and positive

The Fairies will party their way through an hour of high energy dancing and brilliant fairy songs in the brand new stage show, Let’s Party!

3. Sharing is for caring friends 4. A hug a day and your friends will stay

Magical fairies Harmony and Rhapsody lead the way with fairy spells galore, showing how the Five Fairy Friendship Rules are key to having a fan-fairy-tastic party.

5. Say sorry if you make mistakes and forgive your friends if they make mistakes CCK: What’s your favourite thing about Rhapsody?

Barnaby, Elf and Wizzy join with their fairy friends as they all sing and dance to new party hits as well as classics like Fairy Hi, Fairy Dancing Girl, We’re Going to Have A Party and of course, the all-time party fave, Jump Jump Star.

Harmony: Everything! I love Rhapsody to pieces, she’s my fairy best friend.

CCK: What’s the biggest thing you have learned from Rhapsody through your friendship, and do you think the biggest lesson is that you have taught her?

Let’s Party is the brand new stage show which follows their incredibly popular Fairy Princess, Jump Jump Star, Fairy Dancing and Christmas Magic tours.

Harmony: Rhapsody is full of fun and energy and is such a happy fairy.

If ever I’m feeling a bit sad, her smiling face and happy singing and dancing makes me feel so much better.

The Pakenham concert will be held at 11am on 27 June. Tickets are $50 premium or $27.50 standard. Visit www.cardiniacultural center.com.au or thefairies.com The Fairies favourite Harmony answered some questions from Casey Cardinia Kids ahead of the highly anticipated tour, Let’s Party!

CCK: What is your favourite thing about being a fairy?

Harmony: I just LOVE living in Fairyland

The Fairies are coming to Cardinia Cultural Centre. and being able to pop up to the Top of the Garden and fly around the real world whenever the weather is sunny.

The best time ever is when we make ourselves as big as humans and perform concerts in front of our fairy friends.

CCK: Is there anything you don’t like about being a fairy?

Harmony: Mmm. Nope! Can’t say there’s anything I don’t like – being a fairy is just fan-fairy-tastic.

CCK: If you weren’t a fairy, what would you like to be?

I think Rhapsody would say that I have taught her that there are never problems too hard to fix.

CCK: What are you most looking forward to with this upcoming tour?

Harmony: Seeing our fairy friends singing and dancing – especially when they dance to Jump Jump Star – everyone seems to know just how to do that in the most perfect way.

Harmony: I would definitely need wings so perhaps a very pretty butterfly.

I’m also looking forward to watching Rhapsody dance ‘en pointe’ to Fairy Ballet and Princess Perfect.

CCK: What is your favourite thing about Melody, Jingles and Treble?

CCK: What can The Fairies fans expect for the future?

Harmony: We love teaching the tots how to dance and how to be the best fairy friends they can be. Do you know the 5 fairy friendship rules? Just in case

Harmony: The Fairies always love performing so we’ll keep on doing that, and we’re working hard on an amazing series called Fairy Dancing!

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Favourite Food? Strawberries.

Last Favourite Food? Pancakes with honey!

Favourite Holiday Destination? Fairy Beach with Bubbles the Beach Fairy.

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IF YOU fancy a short road trip or a week away with the family, then we have the perfect place for you to go!

Phillip Island offers an abundance of Australian wildlife, spectacular coastal scenery, and exciting new experiences including the internationally-renowned Penguin Parade, the Koala Conservation Centre, the Churchill Island Heritage Farm and the Antarctic Journey.

Witness the natural spectacle of the world’s smallest penguins arriving home at sunset each evening, emerging from the waves and waddling across the sand before making your way to the boardwalks to watch the penguins up close as they make their way along pathways to their burrows.

There is a great range of ticket options to choose from including general viewing from the beachfront stands and boardwalks, or the premium Penguins Plus or Underground Viewing experiences.

Accredited rangers also conduct small group guided tours each evening to further enhance your viewing experience.

Download the free Penguin Parade app, available in English, Mandarin, Korean, Japanese, German and Spanish, which includes a live penguin camera and free images to share.

If you are looking for something to do during the day, head to the Koala Conservation Centre and come face-to-face with wild koalas in their natural habitat.

Learn about these amazing animals and the role the centre has played in protecting Phillip Island’s koalas and their habitat.

If you stroll along the woodland walking trails, you may also come across some of the many visiting native animals including wallabies, echidnas, and over 35 different species of birds.

The Churchill Island Heritage Farm is also hugely popular with tourists and locals alike.

The historic working farm has Clydesdale horses, Highland cattle and an animal nursery. Hands on farming activities run daily, including sheep shearing, cow milking, whip cracking and working dog demonstrations. The farm also features a restored homestead, historic cottages and delightful heritage gardens and orchards.

If you feel like experiencing the chills and thrills of the deep south, then immerse yourself in the ‘hands-on’ family fun and interactive experiences in the new Antarctic Journey, opened in conjunction with WWF-Australia.

‘Feel the freeze’ in the Antarctic Chill Zone, compare your thermal image to an Emperor penguin, visit the Research Station and Sound Lab or check out the sustainable menu in the virtual cafe.

The state of the art multimedia experience puts you right in the heart of the action, surrounded by creatures of the deep like whales, sharks and more. Thanks to cutting edge ‘augmented reality’ technology, the interactive wildlife experience is bound to be a highlight of any visit, as you see yourself on a huge screen, standing on an ice floe, patting a penguin or stroking a seal.

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The Big Freeze is a family winter festival which will run over the July school holidays at the Cranbourne Racecourse.

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Event director Anna Brown said she came up with the unique experience with a little help from her own children.

Hidden behind the scrub, the snow village will provide hours of fun for the youngest attendees as they get to play house, shop, run a cafe and lock up some ’crims’ in the town jail.

“Without a doubt, my kids are the inspiration behind the festival. We want to experience the joy of the snow, but without having to buy new outfits, figure out how car chains work and try predicting a sunny winter’s day,” she said.

There’s a free play snow pit, where children can build a snowman, throw a snowball or make a snow angel. When the kids are ready to warm up, they can explore the other festival zones which promote activity, creativity and imagination play.

“Most other Australian states now have snow events for kids, and it’s long overdue that Melbourne families get this option as well. There is so much fun to be had over the cooler months and we want to be the first to embrace the cold and celebrate all the things that people love about winter – throwing a snowball, building a snowman, warming up with a hot chocolate. Getting wet and cold with your kids, all while having a giggle, is what makes great family memories. And that’s what The Big Freeze is all about.”

The entertainment stage will feature performances including The Big Freeze’s own snow princesses and an extensive list of kids’ workshops.

The festival has been in development for over two years, and Anna has been putting in a lot of long hours to make it perfect.

It is imperative that families reserve their snow pit session time when booking.

“I usually start my day about 4am to try and catch up on emails before the rest of the day is filled with meetings and phone calls. Nights are usually reserved for working on marketing, the website and so forth,” Anna said.

“There’s also a lot of extra work this year that we won’t have to do into the future, but we are working very hard on building strong foundations. I’ve also got an amazing team behind me and it wouldn’t be possible without their constant support and dedication.”

Bookings can be made on: www.thebigfreezefestival.com.au

“We will be quite strict on how many people enter the pit for each time slot so that everyone has an enjoyable experience,” Anna said.

“Your ticket provides access for the entire day – we recommend arriving early and enjoying some of the other activities before hitting the snow so that you’re not late for your session. We also have a daily timetable on our website that will help you plan your visit.”

Anna said the response from the community has been overwhelming, with many sessions sold out on the first day of ticket sales.

“We have had an amazing response from the Casey community so far, and if that support continues and we can make year one a great success, we plan to make The Big Freeze an annual event for the region.”

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And the hard work has paid off, with so many exciting zones on offer for the entire family to enjoy.

A visit to The Big Freeze begins in the winter forest, complete with showers of falling snow. The winding path ends at the life-size inflatable snow globe photo

The staying active zone will keep the kids busy, with younger visitors able to complete their superhero training. Ski and Snowboard Australia Little Shredder’s program will give families the chance to try snowboarding, while arts’n’crafts and construction play will provide a quiet, creative space for families.

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Roll up, roll up and drop into our Kids Circus Workshops where you’ll learn to juggle, hula hoop, spin plates and twirl devil sticks.

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TUCKED down a side street off a busy, main road in Melbourne’s southeast is a hidden treasure popular with the young, old and everyone in between.

Our Little Caravan: the collective store, is a vintage and craft boutique shop with an abundance of handmade goods from over 50 local designers and craftspeople.

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Craft classes are held in-store and in Mabel, the vintage caravan, which is parked in the back garden.

The unique business began in the backyard of Christina and Anthony Douglas’s family home less than two years ago,

“It wasn’t long before my friend’s daughters began asking if they could get inside the cute caravan, and as a primary school teacher, I couldn’t resist the opportunity to spend time creating with them. I decided to allow children who wanted to join me, to come in once a month. We would create something together and then enjoy afternoon tea.

A friend asked about using it for her daughter’s birthday party and we realised it was the perfect location for birthday parties! I named the business, My Little Caravan and I have enjoyed hosting every party held in Mabel since.”

Christina was also a member of a handmade craft group with local school mums, and with their help, a new business venture was formed.

“As like-minded women, we got together regularly over lunch and our various handmade projects. But it was more than just that. There was a great connection within the group, and amazing talent,” she said.

“We decided to find a local shop to relocate Mabel, and allow a space that would enable creatives to showcase their products as well as enable the party business to grow. In July 2015 we found the perfect place for us, and, in August 2015, opened ‘Our Little Caravan: the collective store.’”

Our Little Caravan is a social enterprise, with about 50 local people – each with their own ‘micro- business’

– renting a shelf in the store for the cost of a small stall-holder’s fee per month.

As well as showcasing local talent, Christina said there is also a focus on creating employment opportunities, teaching valuable skills and forging friendships and support.

“We continue to look for ways we can facilitate employment in the community. We have teens (Junior Helpers) that help us in our parties.

A lot of time and effort goes into our Junior Helpers. We are keen to ensure that they learn a lot, gain confidence and experience, and enjoy their time with us. In return, they gain valuable skills that will assist them with future employment,” Christina said.

“We also mentor our stall-holders that teach workshops in the shop, as experts in their craft. This in turn helps them grow their business.

“We enjoy watching women connect with one another over a cup of coffee and a couple of hours spent creating something beautiful in our casual, yet regular craft classes.

To continue to grow, we plan to open a small cafe at the front of the shop from September. This will enable another small business owner, with a dream of her own, to begin her journey, and continue to build on our vision, which is to provide community, connection and employment, for both children and adults, in My Little Caravan.”

For more information, visit mylittlecaravan.com.au See some of Christina’s great craft ideas on pages 22 and 23.

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The couple bought the caravan, named Mabel after Christina’s nana, with the intention of turning it into a creative studio in the backyard, but plans changed quickly.

“It was to be my ‘girl cave’ as we have three energetic young sons,’ Christina said.

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Crafty kids are happy kids

By CHRISTINA DOUGLAS – Our Little Caravan DO YOU want to get crafty at home these winter holidays? Here are three of the most popular crafts held at ‘crafternoons’ in Our Little Caravan. All of them are suitable for both boys and girls.

What you’ll need: ■■ What to do: ■■ Icypole sticks and 1. Choose a container – you can make twigs can be your garden any size you like , made into fences, depending on your container.

You can gravel and use an ice cream container, plas tic pebbles into plant saucer, old lunchbox, or even paths; a jar (think mini terranium).

■■ Lids, tin foil or 2. You can either use soil from the mirrors can be garden as a base, but if you wan t used to make a to play with this garden and brin g pond; it inside, I recommend making some ■■ Sand to create a uncoloured playdough to put in your desert or beach; container. Then you can add artificial plants as greenery, (those little ■■ Small rocks, old plastic trees from the toy farm sets are branches and great) and your other handmade pieces. pieces of bark to create a jungle/ 3. Children have a great ima gination woodland feel; and there are lots of themes that you could choose.

■■ Coloured aquarium gravel, 4. Get your child to design thei r garden glass pebbles or ideas on paper to get started.

Here sand with shells are some ideas: and beads;

Construction site with diggers, trucks, ■■ Glitter for frost or sand and gravel; as fairy dust;

An enchanted garden with fairi es, ■■ Polymer clay to wooden toadstools, small anim als; make any extras;

Prehistoric garden with dinosau rs, ■■ Look among your volcanoes; smallest toys to

Jungle with lions, tigers, monkey s; use as props in

A traditional mini garden complet your garden. e with paths, flower and vegetab le beds and a scarecrow.

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Working on (we use Scul top of a piec pey e of greaseproof Premo, as it’ paper, start s by slicing of little bits of cl the softest cl f ay ay with plastic knives. on the marke 2. Then, w ith clean ha t, nds, squeeze and therefor blend the bi and e ts to easy for “conditioning gether. This is called ” the clay an children to w d takes som work, as the ork e clay is a bit with); hard to begi with, but then n softens with the heat of your hand ■■ Plastic kn ives; s. The more you squeeze and flatten, ■■ Bamboo sk the more the ewer colours start to blend. Yo (to make ho u can mix th les e colours to gether to crea in the polym er like mixing pa te new colours ... much clay beads) int colours. H ; owever, if, for exampl e, you are a ■■ Your hand 10-year-old boy (my son) s! , you might ■■ String; squeeze and flatten until your clay is now one not-so-lovely ■■ An oven; colour, a sort of greenishbrown.

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4. If you ar e making a bead neckla – add some ce string, and tie with a knot at the end.

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adorable ways to keep them warm There are oodles of adorable, yet practical, clothes and accessories for your little ones in stores across Melbourne’s south-east. Billy Lidz, in Blackburne Square, Berwick, is one of the leading retailers in the area and has a huge range of hip and stylish clothes, from newborn to size 14, to keep your kids toasty and on trend this winter. They also have a wide variety of gifts, toys and accessories.

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Education

Can-do AT St Paul’s Anglican Grammar School, learning is about more than just what takes place in the classroom.

From early years right through to Year 12, the school encourages a ’growth mindset’ and an understanding that with the right attitude anything is possible.

“Time and time again our most successful graduates tell us that while they may not always have been the ‘most naturally gifted,’ their hard work and determination progressed them to where they wanted to go,” school principal Lisa Moloney said.

St Paul’s has pastoral care structures so that each child is well known and can develop meaningful relationships with adults and other students. The addition of ‘Trust Mapping’ (an online survey mapping tool that identifies students who are not feeling connected), used in Years 3 to 9 ensures the school has a proactive approach to education in regard to social and emotional issues that typically arise in adolescence and identifies where the appropriate support is required.

Year 7 students take part in an extended transition program during Year 6 that includes meeting senior staff in enrolment interviews, receiving an individual primary school visit from the head of Year 7 during Year 6, attending

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fellowship morning in July to meet future peers and a three-day orientation program in December. In term one they attend a camp run by peer support leaders who guide, mediate, support and encourage students, helping them to feel confident at secondary school.

Based at the unique Miller’s Factory Year 9 centre, our Year 9 program is different to traditional schooling and is designed specifically for students of this age. It is aimed at promoting student engagement, active inquiry, autonomy, personal and social responsibility and independent learning - all attributes which equip our Year 9 students with an excellent academic grounding, as well as real life skills for VCE and beyond. Aspects of the program include a five-day outdoor education camp, a three-day city camp, three separate ‘city experience’ trips, career development and community service.

Currently over 90 students travel to St Paul’s from Cardinia Shire on two St Paul’s buses that includes a supportive ‘buddy’ program for the first weeks of a student’s travel.

St Paul’s Anglican Grammar School has limited places in some year levels for 2016 and taking enrolments for 2017 and beyond. Call the head of admissions on 5623 5833 to arrange a tour.

St Paul’s junior students Luke Sterling, Priyam Manani, Harry Vanschyndel, Jayden Evans, Eden Simcocks and Lucy Williamson.

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Education

La Trobe MP Jason Wood with happy little vegemites at Rivercrest Christian College.

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IN ITS third year of operation, Clyde North’s Rivercrest Christian College has officially opened a flexible learning space for its growing cohort of prep students.

The young school and its 65 preps have been utilising the three classrooms and two offices since term one.

La Trobe MP Jason Wood officially

opened the space on Wednesday 18 May. The Australian Government provided $600,000 in funding from the Capital Grants Programme toward the growing school’s facilities.

The college now has 255 students.

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“It was purpose built for our prep students and we need new buildings each year to cater for our growth,” she said.

Mr Wood said the new learning spaces take into account the “latest in education research” and “will see students learn more effectively”.

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The campus on Bald Hill Road between Pakenham and Nar Nar Goon is kicking goals in terms of delivering an excellent education, with its comprehensive and popular Prep to Year 12 music program being no exception.

With a symphonic wind band, concert band, big band, five choirs, two string orchestras and many other ensembles, there are plenty of exciting musical performance opportunities on offer for students of all ages.

Head of music Kim Thomsen said that there was no doubt that students who learn a musical instrument and were exposed to quality music education and were better equipped with a range of skills that last a lifetime.

“Research overwhelmingly shows that learning an instrument enhances commitment, critical assessment and time-management skills, and also

improves musical and creative skills,” she said. “Best of all, the art of creating music gives enjoyment and a sense of belonging and personal achievement, thus boosting the confidence of students in multiple areas.”

Ms Thomsen said that whether students chose to become professional musicians or wished to contribute to music-making in church or the wider community, at Chairo they were benefiting from the highest level of tuition in order to gain the necessary skills and knowledge to successfully achieve their goals.

The music program at Chairo Pakenham offers a wide and diverse learning environment. Students choose from a large selection of orchestral instruments, with tuition delivered by specialist teachers on a one-to-one basis.

Many students regularly sit AMEB exams, which they are able to do at the school due to the large numbers of students participating.

As part of the core curriculum, music is taught to all students from Prep to Year 8. In Years 9-10, music is an elective with many students opting to accelerate their learning by selecting a VCE music subject in Year 10 in order to complete more than one of the VCE music options on offer.

In Prep and Year 1, students learn tuned and untuned percussion instruments. In Year 2, students are given an orchestral string instrument and receive specialist tuition, performing in groups and as part of a string orchestra.

In Years 3-4, students continue to develop their music prowess in the recorder and keyboard program. In Years 5-6, students are given specialist tuition on a brass or woodwind instrument, and are able to further develop their skills as part of the class band program.

In Years 7-8, students are introduced to music technology. Through a variety

Chairo offers students the opportunity in VCE to study Music Performance (solo or group), Music Investigation, and Music Styles and Composition. Students may select one, two or all three of these subjects.

Students are able to practice and demonstrate what they’ve learned through a variety of events including school assemblies, chapel services, concerts, eisteddfods, music camps, high tea, music on the lawn, music soirees, music festivals and celebrations, an annual tour of the Pakenham area and a biennial interstate tour.

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In the music electives offered in Years 9-10, students continue to develop their compositional techniques and build on their music history and analytical skills, while continuing to extend their instrument proficiency.

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students some mornings,” Ms Doolan said.

CRANBOURNE Primary School was one among 78 schools to launch breakfast programs across the state recently.

“They go off with a full tummy and play lunch as well, a muesli bar or piece fruit and in winter the numbers rise again.”

Breaky co-ordinator Mary Doolan said the re-launch of the morning munch was very well received at the school.

“We can get between 20 and 30

One in seven Victorian children arrive at school hungry, but Ms Doolan said some children had joined her club to socialise.

Ally and Brad filling their tummies before a big day at school.

Picture: Stewart Chambers

“Some students come as a social outing, but for a lot of them they haven’t had breakfast before they come,” she said.

The State Government has partnered with Foodbank to deliver breakfast clubs to 500 government primary schools.

Cranbourne Primary School offers a free nutritional breakfast for all students twice a week.

BERWICK’S Kambrya College has taken a $3 million chunk out of the State Budget to build a multipurpose facility to cater for the rise in student numbers.

The funding will ensure a two-storey facility will replace existing portable classrooms at the rear of the school.

The open space, which will also be open to community use, will include classrooms and a multipurpose room on the second storey.

Acting principal at the college Joanne Wastle said the building was an important initiative for both the school and locals who could access it outside school hours.

“It will ensure that we have greater opportunity to maximise the potential of every student within a flexible learning space,” Ms Wastle said.

State Member for Narre Warren South Judith Couacaud Graley has been an advocate of the multipurpose space, and said the funding announcement was a “big win”.

“We worked long and hard to secure funding for this muchneeded project, and now we will see Kambrya’s vision become a reality,” Ms Couacaud Graley said.

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Her 15-acre property in Jindivick is home to more than 400 native Australian bush food plants from round leaf mint to the sour Davidson’s plum, lemon myrtle and mountain pepper.

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The Jindi Farm Bush Foods range is named after local tracks and trails and includes Dugout Track Dukkah, Nine Mile Seasoning, Hell’s Gate Spice Rub, relishes and macadamia nut butter.

At farmers’ markets and festivals she cooks with the seasonings so people can get a taste for it before trying it at home.

Leslie is transforming her front paddock into an ornamental bush garden.

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reality bites Carolyn King at her Berwick home and clinic of eight years with her new pride and joy.

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By GEORGIA WESTGARTH A Berwick mum who battled despression and low self-esteem has shared her story in an empowering and education book.

Three years ago, Carolyn King took a handful of sleeping tablets in an attempt to end her life, having battled depression and low self-esteem.

Factors that led to Carolyn’s despair included hormonal imbalances after giving birth to her two children – Aaliyah, 10, and Jordan, 8 – and her constant confidence issues stemming from childhood.

Carolyn’s easy read is titled ‘Empowered Happiness – Discovering Bliss Beyond Depression’ and it all started with her damaging thought: “I don’t want to be here”.

“I hit rock bottom, I didn’t consciously say I wanted to die, I just didn’t want

to be here, I didn’t have the capacity to think deeply about it, I just wanted to get away,” she said.

It was her husband, Lloyd, who found her in the tragic state, but it was Carolyn who picked herself up again.

“Lloyd discovered the tablets I had taken weren’t that strong and that was the turning point, I think it scared me that I had actually thought about finishing my life,” she said.

“All my life I have had a problem with my self-esteem, and I wasn’t aware of the hormonal changes I was going through after my second child, but I knew I had a problem, I just didn’t know how to fix it.”

never to touch anti-depressants.

“I went to a counsellor, and it took about a year from that point that I felt I was over it,” she said.

“But then I thought how did I do that, I need to find out so I can help people.”

“Because when I was suffering depression, people would say to me ‘get over it’, ‘there’s nothing going on, what’s your problem’ and part of the reason for my book is to educate on a bigger scale.

“It’s about showing people that you can change those thought patterns and if you are consistent you can come out a better you.

“At the time I was getting a lot of attention from people, and I would whinge about it.”

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Carolyn, 41, is a practising kinesiologist and said she used her knowledge in natural health to help overcome her own crippling evil,

It was Carolyn’s own personal journal that has transformed into an empowering story and work book for readers.

“There are places to write your own notes, and it’s like a work book, I want people to realise that it’s not all gloom and doom,” she said.

Since publishing her story and launching it at the Old Cheese Factory in Berwick, Ms King has had a positive response from readers.

“People have said how relatable it is and every chapter I have a call to action with three exercises they can do to implement the changes in their lives,” she said.

Carolyn describes herself as being fully confident and has learnt to remove herself from situations and people who don’t make her feel good.

“I’ve realised I don’t need to have 100 friends everywhere and that everyone doesn’t have to like me.”

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CCK: When has your child inappropriately spoken out or interrupted an important event?

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Violeta: When my son was about three we went to a friend’s house for a religious celebration (Saints Day). During the blessing ceremony the priest lit a candle and my son started singing “happy birthday“.

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Kylie: I flushed the toilet. Then everything else I did that day was also wrong. The crying lasted from 9am until 5pm.

Nadxieli: I put her right shoe on her right foot and not the other way around.

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Jo-Anne: The Gruffalo and There’s a hippopotamus on my roof eating cake.

Lisa: Just about every day! Why stifle creativity?!

Faye: Of course! Just go with it.

Michelle: Of course! They will go to school soon enough and have all their individuality quashed. Let them learn what THEY like.

Bree: Absolutely! Why not?

CCK: How old is old enough to leave your kids at home? And for how long?

Tracy: It really depends on the child and their capabilities. I let my almost 12-year-old twins stay home from time to time but they are extremely responsible. I wouldn’t let my nine-year-old or seven-year-old stay.

Danielle: My kids are not old enough yet but I would say maybe 10 for a short time. My oldest is eight and I wouldn’t leave him home alone, I would be too worried about intruders.

Tamara: I don’t think anyone can give a right answer. My eight-year-old is extremely mature but I know many her age or a little older who aren’t.

I don’t think anyone should be judged on their decision as only they know their own family dynamics.

Olivia: Piranhas don’t eat Bananas.

Lisa: I’ve had to leave an 11-year-old and 14-year-old home while I go to work but always call and have people call them throughout the afternoon.

CCK: Sometimes convincing kids to wear proper clothing is a struggle! Have you ever allowed your child to wear their PJs, princess outfit or something else quirky or flashy out in public?

Lauren: I have a nine-year-old and six-year-old and I’m not even contemplating it yet. I think it depends on the child and the situation but I’m guessing I’ll wait until they are 12.

Cindy: I think you have to pick your battles with kids and that is a battle I’m happy to let slide. Although I do tend to use it as a bargaining tool “I’ll let you wear your tutu

Denise: I leave my 14-year-old, but not for long. He’s too cool to hang with mum.

Kelly: At the moment it’s – Underpants Thunderpants.

Nicole: Milly Moo.

Luis: 12-year-olds for an hour max.

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The Wonder Weeks App – if he is fussy, I check this app to see if he is going through a Wonder Week and what I can expect.

Mum Michaela with son Cooper.

Dummy clip – it keeps his dummy from picking up any nasty germs.

Cloth Nappies – they are healthier for the environment and you can find them in fun designs.

Teething Banana Toothbrush – I bought this online and it stays in our nappy bag. It doubles as a toy. We never leave home without it.

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Thumbs up to Doodle Cat about the author:

By LIA SPENCER

IT’S quirky, funny and is most likely going to become one of your child’s favourite new books this year!

I Am Doodle Cat takes you through all the main character’s weird and wacky loves – from fractions to farts.

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It’s hilarious, genuine, and surprisingly educational for people young and old.

Name: Kat Patrick Age: 29 (eep)

Birthplace: England

AT PLAY, written by Julie Dascoli with photographs by Laura Dascoli, is a wonderful book showcasing the antics of children of all ages, nationalities and abilities.

I Am Doodle Cat is the first children’s book written by Kat Patrick – and it’s a winner.

The 29-year-old said she always wanted to write children’s literature and found that reading – and being read to when she was younger – was an essential part of her own upbringing.

“I remember being a kid and thinking ‘hey, I could do that’. Kidding. But I do think adults have this idea that it’s easy and look at putting together children’s lit like it’s a Bucket List task, rather than a piece of creative output that’s incredibly important,” Kat said.

Julie and Laura said that play was an essential part of children’s wellbeing and development, providing them with a solid foundation for future learning.

The theory reinforces Albert Einstein’s notion that ’play is the highest form of research.’

Casey Cardinia Kids has three copies to giveaway! To enter, visit the blog section of our website (caseycardiniakids.com.au) and leave your name and email address under ’At Play’.

“I don’t recall much from being little but the memories that have lasted are all of the books that were read to me, and eventually knew by heart. Even going back through my favourites now, they’re still some of the most crucial pieces of literature I’ve picked up.”

Kat said Doodle Cat, illustrated by her friend Lauren Marriott, is different than most books that kids have on their shelves at home.

The lucky winners will be contacted in July.

Current residence: England What are you currently reading?

Too many books at once, but mostly In Other Words by Jhumpa Lahiri.

“It’s not didactic. (There are) no morals, no how-to. It’s just a celebration of stuff. We kind of figured that kids have an innate moral compass and mostly want to go a bit bananas, laugh about farts and dream about icecream,’ she said. “We also wanted to leave lots of room for imagination.’

What’s your favourite genre to read?

While most children, and adults for that matter, are giving it two thumbs up, (I’d give it three if I had that many), Kat said she’s endured, and survived, harsh reviews.

IMPOSSIBLE. But right now, in my current mood, Duck, Death and the Tulip by Wolf Erlbruch.

Who’s your favourite author?

Lorrie Moore. Always and forever.

What’s your favourite childhood book?

“Kids are the best critics. I’ve watched a few consider the book carefully before announcing ‘it’s stupid’ and running off without even a cursory glance to see if I’m okay. I am, by the way. Just,’ she joked. “I felt vindicated when I was told a four year old demanded a red cat outfit and wore it solidly for a week.”

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IT’S RAINING, it’s pouring...but staying inside doesn’t have to be boring.

Escape the cold, and reality, by curling up with a good book! With free library membership and borrowing, the possibilities are endless! The Casey-Cardinia Library Corporation has over 113,000 members who can choose from thousands of great books and an array of programs for kids of all ages to enjoy. To see what’s happening at your local library visit www.cclc.vic.gov.au.

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The Casey-Cardinia Library Corporation has compiled a list of new books, and some favourite classics, for you and your child to enjoy this winter.

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My Dog Dash – Nicki Greenberg Let’s Play! – Herve Tullet

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The Big Fish – Pamela Allen Hattie Helps Out – Jane Godwin and Davina Bell My Sister is a Superhero – Damon Young and Peter Carnavas

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Secret Seven: Adventure on the way home – Enid Blyton Matilda – Roald Dahl

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The Jungle Book – Rudyard Kipling

We’re Going on a Bear Hunt – Michael Rosen and Helen Oxenbury

Anne of Green Gables – L. M. Montgomery

Hairy Maclary from Donaldson’s Dairy – Lynley Dodd

Peter Pan – J. M. Barrie

The Very Hungry Caterpillar – Eric Carle

Pippi Longstocking – Astrid Lindgren

The Gruffalo – Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler

Crazy Weird – Anh Do

The Very Cranky Bear – Nick Bland

Truly Tan: Hoodwinked! – Jen Storer

Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See? – Bill Martin Jr and Eric Carle

The Trials of Apollo: The Hidden Oracle – Rick Riordan

Where is the Green Sheep? – Mem Fox and Judy Horacek

88 Lime Street: The Way in – Denise Kirby

It’s the Bear! – Jez Alborough

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Making fun while the sun shines There were heaps of events over the past few months for kids from all over the Cardinia Shire and City of Casey to enjoy, and our photographer Rob Carew was on hand to capture the fun! Here are a few of our favourites.

Hunter, 5, from Cranbourne with his bubble gun at the Casey Kids Carnival.

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winter June Play and learn, every Tuesday, 10am to noon, Pakenham Uniting Church.

Winter Arts Festival, variety of events, check City of Casey website.

Demystifying Cloth Nappies, 8 June, 6.30 pm to 8.30pm, Overland Drive, Narre Warren.

The Little Mermaid, 10 to 26 June, Drum Theatre, Dandenong.

Bookfest, 11 June, 10am to 4pm, 1000 Ballarto Road, Cranbourne.

Hippo! Hippo! A BIG NEW Musical Adventure, 25 June, 10am, noon and 2pm, Cardinia Cultural Centre.

The Fairies ’Let’s Party’ Concert, 27 June, 11am, Cardinia Cultural Centre Royal Botanic Gardens Cranbourne: Fungi fairies and elves, 28 June, 10am-11am, Corner of Ballarto Road and Botanic Drive.

Movie: Alvin and the Chipmunks - The Road Chip, 29 June, 10am, Cardinia Cultural Centre.

July Play and learn, every Tuesday, 10am to noon, Pakenham Uniting Church.

The Wiggles Wiggle Town Tour, 2 July, Cardinia Cultural Centre - SOLD OUT. Annie The Musical, 1 July to 3 July, Brunt Street, Cranbourne.

Winter Treats Festival, 2 July, 11am to 4pm, Wilson Botanic Park, Berwick.

The Big Freeze Festival - 2 July to 10 July, Cranbourne Racecourse (must pre-book).

Aussie Aussie Aussie by Circus Trick Tease, 6 July, 7.30pm, Cardinia Cultural Centre.

Movie: Daddy’s Home, 8 July, 1pm, Cardinia Cultural Centre.

Pop Up Playgroup, 12 July, 9.30am to 11.30am, Golden Grove Drive, Narre Warren South.

August Play and learn, every Tuesday, 10am to noon, Pakenham Uniting Church.

Winter Arts Festival - variety of events - check City of Casey website.

National Tree Day planting event, 7 August, 10am to noon, Bunyip Sanctuary.

Winter Arts Festival, variety of events, check City of Casey website.

Pop Up Playgroup, 16 August, 9.30am to 11.30am, Strathaird Reserve, Community Parade, Narre Warren South.

Movie: Goosebumps, 1 July, 10am, Cardinia Cultural Centre.

Lakeside College: Prep open morning, 25 August, 9am-10am, Lakeside College.

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Markets Akoonah Park Market - every Sunday, 8am to 1.30pm, Akoonah Park, Berwick.

Bunyip Community Market and Car Boot Sale - the last Sunday of every month. Bunyip Recreation Reserve, corner Nar Nar Goon Road, Bunyip.

Cockatoo Country Market, first Saturday of every month, 9am to 2pm, Alma Treloar Reserve, Pakenham Road, Cockatoo.

Emerald Market, third Sunday of every month, 9am to 3pm, Kilvington Drive, Emerald.

Farmers Market@The Old Cheese Factory, second Saturday of every month 8am to 12.30 pm, The Old Cheese Factory, 34 Homestead Road, Berwick.

Gembrook Market - fourth Sunday of every month, Gembrook Station, 60 Main Street, Gembrook.

Kooweerup Market - first Sunday of every month 8am-1.30pm, Kooweerup Community Centre, Cochrane Park, Rossiter Road, Kooweerup.

Pakenham Community Market, first and third Sunday of every month, 9am to 3pm.

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