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What Is The Importance Of Art In Public Spaces?

Chickpeas Are The Champion Caring For Your Children’s Eyes Over Winter Months 3 Tips To Avoid Burnout Limiting Beliefs

Unsettled Baby?

Teens & Homework ASK A VET with Dr Suze FIVE MINUTES WITH Coltivare

School Refusal

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BOOK REVIEWS Dymocks Camberwell & Tooronga

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At WeiWu Taekwondo, we take pride in delivering high quality training and service in Taekwondo education.

Focussing on self-defence, fitness and discipline in family friendly, safe and positive environment, we empower our students with valuable life skills.

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elcome to our August issue. It’s the last month of Winter and we bring you Caring For Your Children’s Eyes During Winter Months and Three Tips To Avoid Burnout. Unsettled Baby? has some great information on how to manage one. On the topic of schooling, we have School Refusal and Teens & Homework with some great tips. Another interesting article to read, What Is The Importance Of Art In Public Spaces?

We welcome business owners and readers to share your opinion or expertise. It’s a great way to reach out to the families in Boroondara. Contact us for our article guidelines.

In our regular section, Dymocks Camberwell & Tooronga bring us fabulous book reviews and Ask A Vet With Dr Suze talks about periodontal disease. We speak with Justin Riccardi, owner of Coltivare in this month’s Five Minutes With. Coltivare offers free fruit juice for kids upon mention of our magazine at the store.

Exciting VMCH’s new Op Shop in Balywn is now open and is brimming with children’s clothing, toys, games and much more.

Head down to grab a bargain.

Craig Family Centre’s playgroup is a great new learning and play environment for children under 5 years old. Find out more about the opportunities for your daughter at Ruyton Girls’ School tour on 29 August and 14 November. Erasmus Primary in Hawthorn and Belle Vue Primary in Balwyn North are taking enrolment for 2020 and school tours are available. Heguru Australia, the successful children brain development program is now at Glen Waverley, as well as at Surrey Hills and Point Cook.

Book your child in for a comprehensive eye check at these optometrists specialising in children’s eyecare - Ashburton Eyecare,The Optometrists and In2EyesOptometry.

Soccer develops children’s gross motor skills and social skills.

Soccer Time Kids offers quality preschool soccer programs. Free uniform with a full term booking. Soccajoeys offers age specific programs for children under 8 years old at multiple locations.

If you are looking for an unique and fun party venue, check out Little Creatures and Harmony Beads. Capture moments of your child for a lifetime of memories with Michelle, Accredited Professional Photographer at Kiddy Kat Photography.

Inchargebox, the innovative lockable tech charging station is your solution to managing screen time, clutter and uncharged devices. If you are looking for educational toys and equipment, do check out Windmill’s extensive range. Shop online or in store.

We hope you enjoy this issue and till next month.

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Pig theTourist by Aaron Blabey ISBN 9781742994123 Sale price $13.99 RRP $17.99 You can't take him anywhere! When Pig, the world's greediest Pug, goes on holiday, he causes chaos wherever he travels! But every party must come to an end ...Another laugh-out-loud book from the brilliant Aaron Blabey.

Rabbit's Hop by Alex Rance ISBN 9781760524449 RRP $19.99 Jack Rabbit loved Rabbit Island. He loved his friends and family and all the little rabbits. He loved being the best at hopping and chomping and (nearly the best) at zigzagging. But Jack Rabbit was restless. So when his cousin Roo invites him to Big Island he's very excited - and a little bit scared. Can he overcome all the challenges and get to Big Island and become the best Rabbit he can be?

Saved!!! by Lydia Williams ISBN 9781760524708 RRP $19.99 Little Lydia loves sport. She lives in the outback and is friends will all the animals.When she asks Emu, Kangaroo and Koala to play sport with her, she soon discovers that each of them has a special talent. But does Lydia have a gift for sport too? And if she does, how will she discover it?

Nice Girls Don't Play Footy by Kathy Helidoniotis ISBN 9781742769226 RRP $16.99 More than anything Devi Sharma wants to win the upcoming BollyOz competition for her mum. Then she starts AFL lessons at school and she's surprised to find she has talent. Can Devi convince her family to let her play AFL when 'nice girls don't play this football ... '?

A Boy Called Bob becomes an AFL Footballer by Bob Murphy ISBN 9781760641429 RRP $17.99 This is the story of a boy called Bob. He's a little scrawny, a little scruffy, and he likes to sniff footballs (weird). But he has the game in his veins and he's determined to be one of the greats, like his hero from the mighty Tigers, Matthew Richardson. And he will be! But not without a few misadventures first ...

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In this issue of FIVE MINUTES WITH, we speak with Justin Riccardi, owner of COLTIVARE at Camberwell Place. Coltivare is third-generation fruiterers dedicated to old fashioned service, quality and prices as well as supporting local growers. q Tells us more about your background.

We are a third-generation fruiterer. One of my grandfathers was a grower and the other a wholesaler, so I know the business from both ends. You could say I was born into the business and I love it. q How do you build up a loyal customer base and keep the business growing ?

Good customer service, fresh produce and good prices are the key to keeping our customers coming back and the business growing. We strive to meet customer demand and listen to what people want and watch how they shop and what the trends are. By sourcing from local produce, we are able to offer fresh produce and good prices. With decades of experience amongst our team, we continue to offer old school service and an ethos of catering to the needs of our individual customers. q Coltivare is a proud supporter of local growers. How do you do it?

We are dedicated to freshness and supporting local growers as much as possible. Much of the produce in store is bought daily, keeping it fresh. We go with the seasons when stocking up, offering that old-fashioned shopping habit. That means our produce is local and very fresh, straight from the morning pick-up to the store. In a big supermarket, much of your fruit and vegetables have been in transit for a while and another few days in storage before the customer picks it up. Our customers like to have a fresh greengrocer store where they know they are buying produce that hasn't been in cold storage for ages and is as fresh as possible.

We do stock some out-of-season vegetables that people always want but we choose premium imports. q What other products do you sell besides fresh fruits and vegetable?

At Coltivare, we are not just fresh fruit and vegetables. We have an extensive range of premium local and imported groceries, fresh, baked daily artisan breads and pastries and a wide selection of indulgent cheeses. With our very own Juice Bar on site, treat yourself to a fresh juice or smoothie whilst doing your shopping.

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ASK A VET with Dr Suze Did you know: Periodontal disease is the number one health problem in our small animal patients and that by two years of age, 70% of cats and 80% of dogs have some form of periodontal disease.

Periodontal disease is the infection of structures that surround the tooth, which include the gums, dental ligament and bony tooth socket. Periodontal, derived from ancient Greek, literally means “around the tooth�. There are two stages. Gingivitis is the initial, reversible phase where inflammation is confined to the gum. If left unchecked, the inflammation spreads to the deeper structures resulting in periodontitis, the second stage.

Periodontal disease is initiated by bacterial changes that occur due to excess plaque accumulation. Plaque is a biofilm of saliva, oral bacteria and complex sugars which attach to clean teeth within 24 hours. Regular tooth brushing disrupts the biofilm, preventing plaque build up. Plaque cannot be easily seen with the naked eye initially, but after a few days it can be detected visually and eventually it mineralises to form tartar. Gingivitis can develop as early as two weeks.

Periodontal disease can have local and generalised health implications for your pet.

Locally some examples include abscesses, fractures, bone infections and oral tumours. Systemic diseases linked to periodontal disease include kidney, liver, lung, and heart diseases, as well as osteoporosis, arthritis, adverse pregnancy effects and diabetes.

Advanced signs of dental disease include: bad breath, a red gumline, oral bleeding, hypersalivation, a preference to chew on one side, facial swelling, reduced appetite or a preference for soft food, pawing or rubbing the face, or becoming sensitive to stroking the head.

Early signs of dental disease are not as obvious and may only be picked up at your pet's general health check.

Much can be done to address your pet's oral hygiene. Firstly, it is important that your pet is assessed by your veterinary health care professional to assess and grade the level of dental disease that may be present, before formulating an oral healthcare plan that is tailored to your pet. Give your pet a reason to smile this pet dental health month! Discuss your pet's oral health at their next check up!

Dr. Susanna Gamage BVSc MRCVS has over a decade of international veterinary experience and is the founding director of Dr. Suze - My Visiting Vet. If you have general pet question you would like answered by Dr. Suze please email susanna@drsuzemyvisitingvet.com.au. Please note the information in this article is of a general nature and is not intended to be a substitute for professional healthcare advice.

If you have specific concerns about your pet, you should always seek advice directly from your veterinary healthcare practitioner.

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Occasional Childcare at Hawthorn Community Centre Our small group childcare provides personalised and caring attention for your child, encouraging independence and creativity.

Located at 39 William Street in Central Gardens, Hawthorn, our beautiful childcare centre is now taking bookings for Term 3, which commences on Monday July 15th to September 20th.

Our Occasional Childcare centre operates: Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday from 9.15am – 1.15pm (mixed aged from walking) And, Thursday from 9.15am – 2.15pm (3 – 4 years) Children may be enrolled for a maximum of 15 hours, or 3 sessions per week.

We have a maximum of 14 children in care each day, with 3 staff members on duty for every session.

Please phone 9819 2629 or email info@hch.org.aufor more information. Hawthorn Community House Join author Lauren Gardiner and paediatric occupational therapist Debbie Isaac to gain a better understanding of the benefits of drawing in a child's development and its relevance in the child / carer bond Thursday 8 August 2019 11:45am to 12:45pm - FREE Parental Device Control for Children Many parents face the challenge of excessive screen time and how to effectively keep their children off their devices.This workshop equips parents with practical and effective solutions that can be implemented in the family unit to help manage appropriate device use.

Thursday 8 August 7:15pm – 8:45pm (parents only) $25 Surrey Hills Neighbourhood Centre 157 Union Road surreyhillsnc.org.au | 9890 2467

Are you thinking about running an event? Alamein Neighbourhood & Learning Centre's Introduction to Event Management is a great course to give you the knowledge & skills to pull off a successful event.

Tue 10am-12.30pm 23 Jul-10 Sep $85 (permanent residents & citizens) Alamein Neighbourhood & Learning Centre 49 Ashburn Gr. Ashburton 98859401

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Child Care at Bowen Street Community Centre We are now registered for CCS and offer a quality sessional childcare program in line with the Early Years Framework.

Places are available for 3- and 5-hour sessions on Wednesday and Friday. 6 mths to 5 yrs.

Download the application form from our website, www.bowenstreet.org.au.

Call to come for a visit to see the children at play and chat to staff about our program.

Bowen Street Community Centre 102 Bowen Street Camberwell Ph: 9889 0791 Email: info@bowenstreet.org.au

VISIT OUR NEW PLAYGROUP FOR 0-2 YEAR OLDS Join us for our facilitated playgroup for 02 year olds on Thursdays 12.30-2.00 pm INCLUDING singing & stories at 1.30 pm The playgroup will be run on a casual basis – come when you can, no need to book. A great chance to catch up with other families in a relaxed setting and share new experiences with your child. Families can enjoy both our beautiful indoor area and our large outdoor area including grassy picnic area, sandpit, slide and cubby.

Cost: $5.50 /family/session Address: 2-12 Derby St., Kew. (located just around the corner from Coles) Enquiries: 9853 3126 or contact Denise 0419894482 or dimathome2@hotmail.com

Child Care at Balwyn Community Centre Let your child thrive at Balwyn Community Centre Child Care! We offer occasional care for children aged between 6 weeks old to 5 years. Our child care program fosters a love for learning, creativity and play. We have small group numbers in each session and your child will be cared for by qualified, passionate staff. You can have peace of mind knowing that they will feel safe and happy from drop-off to pick-up.

You can choose from a range of different child care options. To enrol your child call 9836 7942 or for further information visit our website.

Balwyn Community Centre 230 Balwyn Road, Balwyn North 3104 www.balwyncc.org.au/childcare

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COUSCOUS SALAD Ingredients * 1 cup couscous * 1 ½ boiling water * 1 red onion, finely chopped * 2 tomatoes, diced * 1 Lebanese cucumber, diced * 3 tablespoons chopped parsley * 2 tablespoons chopped mint For dressing * ¼ olive oil * 2 tablespoons lemon juice * ½ teaspoon cumin powder * Salt & pepper Direction * Place couscous in a bowl. Pour boiling water. Cover and set aside for 10 minutes. * For dressing whisk olive oil, lemon juice, cumin powder, salt & pepper. * Mix together the cucumber, tomatoes, onions, parsley and mint. Add couscous and the dressing. Toss until all ingredients are combined well.

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HOSPITALS Austin - Heidelberg ...................................................... 9496 5000 Box Hill Hospital ........................................................... 9895 3333 Royal Children’s Hospital (Parkville) ........................ 9345 5522 CRISIS CENTRES Poisons ............................................................................

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POLICE STATIONS Boroondara Police ........................................................ 8851 1111 Burwood Police ............................................................. 9888 8377 Camberwell Police ........................................................ 9882 0688 COUNCIL Boroondara City Council ............................................ 9278 4444 If you provide a free service to our community and would like your phone number included on this page please email us info@yourchildinboroondara.com.au

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YOUR CHILD IN BOROONDARA connecting local businesses to local families Chickpeas Are The Champion 8 Three Tips To Avoid Burnout 10

School Refusal 14

Five Minutes With 17

Unsettled Baby? 18

Book Review 16

Caring For Your Children’s Eyes During Winter Months 20 Teens And Homework 22

Limiting Beliefs 12

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Ask A Vet With Dr Suze 21 What’s On? 24 & 25 Kids Corner 26 In The Kitchen 27

Activities & Entertainment Harmony Beads 11 Little Creatures 7 Business Opportunities Home With Income 13 Your Child Magazine 29 Butcher (Organic) Rendinas Butchery 19 Educational Centres Heguru Australia 11 Fruiterer Coltivare Camberwell 32

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