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Editors Noticeboard Dear Reader Welcome to our first issue for the year, as Your Child in Banyule & Nillumbik celebrates seven years of publication this month! Wow, how time flies!

We are thankful to you, our readers, for picking up our magazine and taking us into your homes, your positive feedback and support is greatly appreciated.

It seems like we barely bid farewell to the end of a school year and the start of another school year begins. Back to school is always a big transition – the morning rush, the homework, the return to a routine can all be extremely stressful for both children and parents.

If your child is starting school this year, you may be approaching this major milestone with conflicting emotions. You’re probably excited and at the same time, you may feel a little sad that your baby is venturing out into the big world without you. These emotions are normal, just relax and enjoy this experience with your child.

In this month’s issue we have some fabulous back to school tips, how to keep healthy and active and suggestions on preparing your garden for the summer. We also have some quick and simple ways on how to reconnect with your partner this Valentine’s Day and for the kids we have a back to school maze in our Kids Corner on page 28.

Our Facebook page has useful information and regular updates on what’s happening in and around Banyule and Nillumbik, so please visit our page and ‘Like’ us. Don’t forget to visit our website – you can read our magazine online, submit contributions, view deadlines, plus a lot more www.yourchildinbanyuleandnillumbik.com.au Please remember to support your local business community and shop locally.

We hope you enjoy this issue. Until next time...

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Step-by-step tennis skills pathway program for kids aged 3-5 years old For more information Contact Head Coach Shane Scrutton M: 0414 373 586

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Editorial – Business of the Month

Life skills, fitness and friendships Calisthenics is one of the fastest growing artistic sports unique to Australia. folk and modern dance. Items are team based, choreographed, set to music and presented on stage at competitions and an annual concert.

The quality of Coaching and the inclusive environment provided at Janelle, allows all participants to enjoy learning and developing a variety of both gross and fine motor skills, memory, coordination, balance and strength. All valued attributes for a happy and healthy lifestyle.

When Greensborough Mum, Marilena Mead was looking to find an after school activity for her two daughters then aged 6 and 4 years, three words caught her attention.

Fun – Fitness – Friendship. The three words headed an advertisement for a local Calisthenics Club. Marilena had absolutely no idea what Calisthenics was, but without hesitation she rang the number listed on the advertisement for Janelle Calisthenics College. That phone call took place nine years ago, and Marilena and her two daughters have never looked back.

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Marilena and her husband, Adrian, consider giving their daughters the opportunity to be involved in a Calisthenics Team as “one of the best decisions we’ve made”, and in particular Janelle Calisthenics College has become “like our extended family”.

Having been established in Greensborough for over 40 years, many past students have returned with their children as a testament to the valuable life skills they themselves attained.

The class is now experiencing a 3rd generation of returning families as a result.

If you would like more information about Janelle Calisthenics College, please contact Mrs Jan Nolan, Principal Coach on 0439 692 898.

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Wednesday 12 February 4.00pm–5.00pm using your experience and creativity from the last zines workshop, design a new zine. Typewriter, paper and stamps ready for you to use. Suitable for 10 to 16 year-olds.

Saturday 1 February 11.00am–12.00noon Join us in the children’s area for a Saturday morning storytime with special stories about Summer. This storytime is for preschool children.

ROSanna LIBRaRY Phone: 9459 6171 72 Turnham ave, Rosanna Just4Kids Drawing Workshop Monday 3 February 4.00pm–5.00pm Learn some pen and paper drawing skills with author and illustrator Barry Dickins. Suitable for children age 5 and up. Bookings required.

Bedtime Storytime Back to School Monday 17 February 6.30pm–7.30pm Listen to some special stories about starting childcare, kinder and school and do some craft.

Suitable for all ages.

6.30pm–8.00pm Create your own beautiful Valentine’s Day card using techniques such as embossing and stamping.

Jacinda Davies will show you how to make a lovely gift for the special person in your life.

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an Organised Home Thursday 13 February 6.30pm–8.00pm Join professional organiser and author of From Stuffed to Sorted, MaryAnne Bennie, for an inspiring workshop about uncluttering your home and making it a place you truly enjoy.

Bookings required.

Summer Games night In Partnership with Banyule City Council Saturday 22 February 5.00pm–8.00pm Join in the fun at the Summer Games night. Bring the family and play big games, Xbox, board games, foosball and table tennis, and see a family movie.

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Just4Kids Paper Chain People Wednesday 19 February 4.00pm–5.00pm Create your own paper chain family using different coloured paper, material and googly eyes. Suitable for children aged 5–12 years.

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Local Police Stations Diamond Creek . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9438 8300 Eltham. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9430 4500 Greensborough . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9435 1044 Heidelberg. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9450 8000 Hurstbridge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9718 2111 West Heidelberg. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9457 5777

Other Australian Breastfeeding Association Helpline. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1800 686 268 Banyule City Council Offices. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9490 4222 Nillumbik Shire Council Offices. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9433 3111 If you provide a free service to the community and would like your phone number included on this page please call 9029 0140

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Kumon English and Maths Programmes are tailored to boost your child’s reading, comprehension and calculation skills for confident learning. Contact your local Kumon Centre to find out more today.

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Zumba Gold

All for kids market

A slower paced class which allows all ages to get to grips with all the Latin moves in Zumba! It’s so much fun you don’t even realize that your getting a great workout! $12 (all kids welcome and free).

Wednesdays, 12.30pm Hurstbridge Scout Hall, Anzac Avenue, Hurstbridge Details Zoe 0450 478 642

You will find things for all kids up to 8 years old at bargain prices. Amongst the loads of pre-loved quality brands, we treat you to an atmosphere that is energetic and inviting with inspiring creations and displays of true craftswomanship from many very talented mumpreneurs.

Saturday 1 March 9.00am–1.00pm Norris Park Primary School 146 Settlement Road, Bundoora Details 0431 710 786

Greenhills Playgroup Afternoon sessions (Mon, Tues, Thurs) and Thurs mornings available for new groups, would suit Mother’s Groups. Individual families welcome to enquire for morning sessions. Hall has recently been refurbished including a new kitchen, flooring and a fully stocked toy cupboard. For children 0–5 years.

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Meet other mothers and find the most interesting range of FREE activities for you and your little ones in Banyule and Nillumbik.

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Contents & Index of Advertisers Your quick guide to everyone and everything in Your Child in Banyule & Nillumbik Cafés

Articles School Refusal Breakfast for Brainiacs Easing your child into school How to reconnect with your partner this Valentine’s Day Back in action – keeping active and healthy Summer Gardening Victorian Term Dates and Public Holidays 2014

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Editorial Business of the Month Janelle Calisthenics

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Classifieds Business Directory

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Regulars Editors Noticeboard what’s on in Banyule & Nillumbik Handy Phone Numbers Kids Corner

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Baby Products 31

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Child Care Sutherland’s Child Care

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Children’s Birthday Parties Mini Picasso’s

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Children’s Shoes Brandhiway

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Cleaning Services

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Drama Classes Action Drama Studio

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Education Ivanhoe Grammar School 2 Nestoras College 3 Plenty Valley Christian College 13

Hardware 23

Northern Shukokai Karate

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Lifestyle Centres

Blinds 27

Book a full page ad for 12 months & pay only $265 per month / issue

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Music Classes Hartbeeps Hey Dee Ho Music

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Party Supplies Good Life Party Food Shop

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AM to PM Pest Control

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Mums and Bubs Pilates

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Play Centres

Dance Classes

Eltham Home Timber and Hardware

Auroma Massage Banyule Massage Therapy Centre

Pilates

Computer Technicians

Essentially Ballet MDC – Move Dance Co

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Pest Control 27

Karate Classes

Bicycle Stores

Blinds of Elegance

Janelle Calisthenics

All for kids market

Massage Centres

Auzzie PC

February Events

Supercycle

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Calisthenic Clubs

Heavenly Hygiene

@ Your Library

Ambient Baby

Markets

Warehouse 266

Rivers of Yarrambat

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Wriggle It

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Pottery Classes Claydreamers

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Preschool Programs Lively Learning

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Rubbish Removals RJR Bin Hire

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Sporting Activities Get Active Sports Little Tacker Tennis Ready Steady Go Kids

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Tutoring Kumon MagiKats

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Water Services Yarra Valley Water

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