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April 2015

Forte School of Music Qualified teachers, fun courses or individual lessons that are tailored to YOUR needs There’s no better time to start music than right NOW!

Try one of our innovative group classes: Jungle Music Music is Fun Junior Keys Piano Keys Singing Stars

6 mths – 3.5 yrs 3.5 yrs – 4.5 yrs 4.5 yrs – 6.5 yrs 7 yrs – 10 yrs Our Glee Club!

Check in at www.fortemusic.com.au for class times

Or choose the private instrument that’s right for you: l Piano

l Voice

l Guitar

l Violin

l Clarinet

l Flute

l Saxophone

l Recorder

l Viola l Theory

Find us in the Wantirna Mall!

Cnr Mountain Hwy & Boronia Rd, Wantirna www.fortemusic.com.au Ph: 9720 0405 A special holiday offer! A voucher for...

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2 FREE Jungle Music or 2 FREE Singing Stars classes! * Bookings are essential!

Classes fill quickly, so don’t miss out! *Valued up to $35.00. For new students only. Not redeemable for cash.

Only one voucher may be redeemed per student. Lessons must be consecutive & taken in Term 2, 2015

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Monash Dear Readers, Welcome to our April 15’ edition portraying the 2 most important events of this month - enjoyment and celebration during EASTER; & remembering and honouring our ANZACS on Anzac Day. Chocolate, coloured eggs, cute little bunnies and treasure hunts – Easter has always been an exciting time of the year for families. It is also coinciding well with the school holidays. So we have featured quite a few articles and recreational activities this month for you to explore as a family, satisfying the natural playfulness and curiosity of children.

During this Anzac Day, we salute and honour our ANZACS. Commemorative services and ceremonies will be held at various places in City of Monash (For details see pg 24).

We are running a Facebook Competition with a CHANCE TO WIN one of the 3 Magic Table Lamps from our sponsors Dreambaby® & Tee-Zed Products Pty Ltd. (For details see pg 26).

The winner of our Monty C. Turtle Colouring Competition is Andrew, 6 years.

Congratulations! Thank you to all our Kids Corner readers for the many colourful submissions we received.

‘LIKE’ us on Facebook and receive regular updates and event reminders about What’s On in Monash. Finally remember to shop and buy local & support our fantastic advertisers and sponsors who make it possible for this magazine to be FREE to families like yourselves. Thank you for taking our magazine into your home each month. The encouraging feedback received from you makes it all worthwhile.

Have a lovely Easter!!!

Until next month, Vanmala Editor.

Deadline for our May 15' edition is 18th April 15'

Your Child in Monash – Supporting and Promoting Local Business!

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LEARN INDIAN CLASSICAL DANCE IN GLEN WAVERLEY

Come, learn and develop new skills and experiences in classical and folk Indian dance styles Classes are conducted in Glen Waverley 9886 7990 / 0400 210 603 Natyalayaa@yahoo.com.au

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THE VISION OF BEING3 KINDERGARTEN IS TO PROVIDE HIGH QUALITY EDUCATION AND CARE FOR 3 TO 5 YEAR OLD CHILDREN Being3 kindergarten is a new children’s centre located on Burwood Hwy, moments from Deakin University, providing a Full Day Kindergarten program for 3 to 5 year old children.

Designed by an Early Childhood Teacher with over 25 years’ experience in the field, the centre has 2 classrooms, with space for 22 children in each class per day, is set on a corner block and has a large outdoor playground for children to explore. The indoors are presented with beautifully planned, naturally lit play spaces that encourage each child’s interaction and involvement. The curriculum is developed by qualified Kindergarten Teachers and incorporates, exploration, play based learning, imagination, child directed inquiry and intentional teaching.

Classified as a long Day Care model, the kindergarten provides an educational environment for your child from 8.00am to 5.30pm each day. Families are able to choose the days that best suit their needs, subject to availability, and operates for 49 weeks of the year.

Being3 is registered for CCB and CCR and provides before and after care and a holiday program during term break periods.

Children are able to commence as soon as they turn 3.

The following hours are included in the daily fee: Before Care: 8.00am – 9.00am Kindergarten program: 9.00am – 3.30pm After Care: 3.30pm – 5.30pm

For enquiries please contact us on 98082332 or Burwood@being3.com.au BEING3 WHERE PLAY IS VALUED AND LEARNING MATTERS

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Local students bringing a splash of colour During Children’s Week in October last year, a number of local pre-schools, primary and secondary schools were invited to paint the hoarding at the site of the new Monash Children’s Hospital.

Many local schools have generously supported Monash Children’s Hospital in the past through various fundraising activities and to show our genuine appreciation, these schools were invited to paint a mural dedicated to the new Monash Children’s Hospital.

A total of 21 schools participated, with students ranging in age from 3 to 17 years, designed and painted their owpn mural. The positive feedback received from students, teachers and parents about the experience was overwhelming, with many planning their next fundraising event. “This project has been a wonderful experience for our kids, and they were so excited to be participating. It’s so important for our students to feel part of the community and what better way than to help other children” Clayton South Primary School representative said.

Pictured: Students from Clayton South Primary School proudly pose in front of their school mural

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to the new Monash Children’s Hospital

Pictured: Mural painted by students from St Anthony’s Primary School, Noble Park

With the build of the new hospital well underway and completion due at the beginning of 2017, the Monash Health Foundation has sent out the call to all schools across Melbourne and beyond, to support the new hospital. Funds raised will support the purchase of vital medical equipment and help make the hospital a special and welcoming place for sick children.

If you have any queries regarding Schools Fundraising, please contact Kathryn Fisher at the Monash Health Foundation on 9594 7681 or kathryn.fisher@monashhealth.org To advertise in Your Child in Monash call 0421 226 028

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KAREN MARGARET STUDIOS STAR Where EVERYONE is a AGES 3-18 Dance Drama Singing Acting Congratulations to Mackenzie for his performance in Opera Australia's Production of Puccini's Tosca at the State Theatre

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MARIA MONTESSORI PRESCHOOL 751-755 Ferntree Gully Road, Wheelers Hill, 3150 www.mariamontessori.com.au Member of the Montessori Australia Founda on (MAF)

Give your child the best founda on for future learning and living. Maria Montessori Preschool provides firstclass care and educa on for children from 3 to 6 years of age in a s mula ng environment.

With over 30 years experience the qualified Montessori teachers will give your child the opportunity to experience enjoyment in learning and achieve a strong educa onal background.

“The most important period of life is not the age of university studies but the first one, the period from birth to the age of six. The more fully the needs of one period are met the greater will be the success of the next”.

Dr. Maria Montessori (1870 – 1952)

To secure a place for your child call us on

9545 0764 or send an email to:

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SERVICES IN MONASH

LEST WE FORGET

Events will be held across Monash to mark Anzac Day (25 April), with the 100th anniversary of the ANZAC landings at Gallipoli being commemorated this year. Local people can pay their respects at the events listed below. If you would like any more information about these events, please contact Council's Events team on 9518 3636.

Sunday, 19 April Commemorative Ceremony, from 10.15am (Glen Waverley; Cenotaph, Kingsway, Glen Waverley. The Waverley RSL Sub Branch is hosting this ceremony, which will begin with a march of ex-servicemen and women from the RSL club to the cenotaph. Following the ceremony, a traditional "Gunfire Breakfast" and refreshments will be served at the Waverley RSL Sub-Branch (161 Coleman Parade, Glen Waverley).

For more information, contact Jack Walker, Convenor, Commemoration & Ceremonal Sub-committee, Waverly RSL Sub Branch on 0414 839 746 or Mal Carson on 0419 133 304.

March and commemoration service, 10.15am onwards (Oakleigh) Oakleigh Carnegie RSL Sub Branch is hosting a march beginning at the corner of Drummond and Logie Streets at 10.15am, and will be led by the Oakleigh City Band. Cenotaph, Cnr Drummond Street and Atherton Road, Oakleigh.The commemoration service will take place at the cenotaph from 10.30am. From 11.30am, refreshments will be served at the RSL rooms (95-97 Drummond Street, Oakleigh).

Saturday, 25 April Dawn service, from 6am (Glen Waverley) Original Glen Waverley cenotaph, adjacent to Central Reserve, Springvale Road, Glen Waverley. The Waverley RSL Sub Branch is hosting this dawn service.After the service a traditional "Gunfire Breakfast" will be served at the Waverley RSL Sub-Branch (161 Coleman Parade, Glen Waverley). A gold coin donation would be appreciated.

Dawn service, from 6.15am (Oakleigh) Cenotaph, cnr Drummond Street and Atherton Road, Oakleigh. The Oakleigh Carnegie RSL Sub Branch is hosting this dawn service, which will be followed by breakfast in the hall of the Oakleigh Carnegie RSL Sub Branch. A gold coin donation is required for the breakfast. Local residents are welcome to stay at the RSL to watch the televised ANZAC Parade at the Shrine.

Activities during the day, midday-late afternoon (Oakleigh) Oakleigh Carnegie RSL & Warrawee Park, Oakleigh. Two-up competitions will begin at midday, while a sausage sizzle will be held in the beer garden of the RSL from 12.30pm. There will also be children's activities including face painting. At 2pm, the Oakleigh Carnegie RSL Sub Branch Anzac Cup will be held at Warrawee Oval, featuring the Oakleigh Amateur Football Club Under 19s team Sunday, 26 April Spoken word event, 2pm-4pm (Oakleigh) Oakleigh Carnegie RSL Sub Branch, 95-97 Drummond Street, Oakleigh Poems, stories and readings will be read aloud to commemorate Anzac Day. This is a partnership event between the Oakleigh Carnegie RSL Sub Branch and the Annexe Arts Association.

Please check with individual RSL Clubs closer to the date to confirm time and place

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WIN...WIN...WIN...THIS EASTER FACEBOOK COMPETITION ‘Your Child in Monash’ in conjunction with our sponsors Dreambaby® & Tee-Zed Products Pty Ltd bring to our readers a CHANCE TO WIN one of the 3 fabulous magic table lamps to decorate your child’s bedroom this EASTER. To Enter, 2 simple steps to follow: ❶. Like our Facebook page www.facebook.com/YourChildinMonash ❷. Post on our FB page ‘Your Favourite Disney Character’ You will enter into a draw to WIN one of 3 magic table lamps: ❶. Mickey® Magic Table Lamp❷. Minnie® Magic Table Lamp ❸. Pooh® Playing Day Magic Table Lamp We must receive your entries by the 30th April, 2015.

Winners will be announced on our Facebook page & in our May 2015 edition.

Good Luck !

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Come nighttime, when the lamp is switched on – the real magic happens! These Tee-Zed Magic Table Lights transform into a nightscape display, complete with shining stars, moon imagery, and a radiating Disney character - with eyes open wide – as they calmly watch over your slumbering child.

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Kids Corner Hey Kids you can be a ‘Your Child STAR’ Share your jokes, recipes, puzzles, fun facts or photos with other Kids in Monash

Contact us: Kids Corner PO Box 9034 Scoresby 3179 email: info@yourchildinmonash.com.au ph: 0421 226 028

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Handy Phone Numbers Emergency Numbers Ambulance / Fire / Police ....................

Hospitals Monash Children’s Hospital....................................

Monash Medical Centre, Clayton............................

Austin Hospital, Melbourne....................................

Royal Children’s Hospital (Parkville).......................

DIAL 000 13KIDS / 13 54 37 9594 6666 9496 5000 9345 5522

Crisis Centres Poisons....................................................................

Kids Help Line..........................................................

Lifeline.....................................................................

Suicide Helpline - (Victoria only).............................

Nurse-on-Call..........................................................

Child Protection - (After Hours Service)..................

Womens Domestic Violence Crisis Centre..............

Sexual Assault Crisis Line .......................................

Victims of Crime Helpline.......................................

LifeCircle - HOPELINE..............................................

SANDS* Vic...*Stillbirth & Neonatal Death Support............

Australian Breastfeeding Association Helpline.......

Compassionate Friends Helpline............................

Maternal & Child Health Line.................................

Monash Youth & Family Services (MYFS)...............

13 11 26 1800 551 800 13 11 14 1300 651 251 1300 606 024 13 12 78 1800 015 188 or 9322 3555 1800 806 292 1800 819 817 1300 364 673 13 000 SANDS/1300 072 637 1800 686 268 1800 641 091 13 22 29 9518 3900

Your Local Police Station Glen Waverley ........................................................

Mount Waverley ....................................................

Oakleigh..................................................................

Clayton....................................................................

9566 1555 9888 3755 9567 8900 9543 3888

Other Monash City Council.........................................

9518 3555

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WHAT’S ON IN MONASH AT YOUR LIBRARY April School Holiday Activities Wednesday 1 April Clayton Library, 2.30pm, FREE, for ages 10-15 Robotics! Do you like robotics, light, sound and computers?

Meet Sanjin Debic and create some easy two minute circuits.

Bookings: 9541 3120 Thursday 2 April Glen Waverley Library, 2.30pm, $3, for ages 7-12 Urashima the Fisherman! A puppet show and Japanese paper doll workshop.

Bookings: 9560 1655 Thursday 9 April Mount Waverley Library, 2.30pm, $3, for ages 12-18 Teen Writers’ Group! Learn great writing tips and get advice about your creative writing from author Nicole Hayes.

Bookings: 9807 5022 For more information about Monash Public Library Services, visit www.monlib.vic.gov.au

Practical Sales Skills Wednesday 22 April 2015 Time: 9.30am – 12.30pm Venue: Monash Enterprise Centre, 5A Hartnett Close, Mulgrave Enquiries: Economic Development Unit Call 9518 3577 or email: ecodev@monash.vic.gov.au Cost: $70 plus GST GREEK EASTER MAYORAL EVENT 2015 Sunday 12 April, Midday-4pm, Eaton Mall, Oakleigh Come celebrate Greek Easter at this FREE family-friendly event. Lunch (spit roast, gyros and salad) will be provided on a "first come, first served" basis while traditional music plays in the background.

This event is about bringing people together: to make new friends, to enjoy the company of old friends, and to observe what is a special day in the Greek culture.

Marketing Basics Wednesday 29 April 2015 Facilitated by Small Business Victoria Time: 6pm – 8pm Venue: Monash Enterprise Centre, 5A Hartnett Close, Mulgrave Enquiries: Economic Development Unit Call 9518 3577 or email: ecodev@monash.vic.gov.au Cost: $20.00

Caroline's Little Stars Music classes for babies, toddlers and preschoolers.

Fridays monthly: 9.30-10.15 and 10.30-11.15.

Dates: 20/3, 24/4, 22/5, 19/6, 24/7, 14/8, 11/9, 16/10, 13/11, 4/12 St Faith's Anglican Church, 4 Charles Street, Glen Iris (near Burwood Village shops).

Cost: $16 and $9 for siblings.

All proceeds to disadvantaged children in Melbourne and country Victoria.

For queries and bookings please contact Caroline on 0400 328832, Email: cbedge32@hotmail.com or http://www.facebook.com/carolineslittlestars To advertise in Your Child in Monash call 0421 226 028

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Contents & Index Your quick guide to everyone and everything in Your Child in Monash...

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Photography

4. Editors Noticeboard 27. Kids Corner 28. Handy Phone Numbers 29. What’s on in Monash...

Your Child Business Opportunity

Articles 6. Easter and children 8. Baby naming ceremonies 12. Monsters under the bed 16. Music and your baby 20. How to make a chocolate bunny 24. Anzac Day commemoration ceremonies and services 25. What is Anzac Day

Events / Entertainment 17. Highway Parish Carboot Sale, Book Sale & Fete 2015 32. Knox Pets in the Park

Call 1300 657 996 / visit www.yourchildin.com.au Advertisers Art Classes 11. Art Studio 48 Cafes / Clubs / Restaurants 31. Mulgrave Country Club City of Monash 22. Library - Saturday Storytime

Fire Extinguishers 11. Fire extinguishers Melbourne from firefighter Rob Fitness Clubs 9. Little Champs Sports Club

Book a quarter page ad from only $135* per month Book a half page ad from only $205* per month

Foster Care / Support 7. Anglicare Victoria

Book a full page ad from only $280* per Health & Care 5. Parenting Workshops month

PRH Australia 9. Waverley Counselling 13. Weight Loss Program Dance & Drama Classes Advertorials / Editorials 5. Dream Dance Academy for Mums 5. Indian Classical Dance 14. Monash Children’s 10. Being 3 Kindergarten 23. Karen Margaret Hospital 14. Monash Children’s 14. Monash Health Studios Hospital 18. Good Skin Care by 14. Monash Health Psoriasis & Skin Clinic Education / Early 18. Good Skin Care Learning / Schools Music School 3. The Knox school Competition 2. Forte School 5. Gymbaroo Glen Waverley 26. Facebook 7. Kip McGrath Education Photography Competition 13. The Latent Image Centres Front Cover Photo Photography 7. Bestchance Training Courtesy 11. Being 3 Kindergarten 23. Maria Montessori The Latent Image

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MULGRAVE COUNTRY CLUB Your Friendly Community Sporting Club

New Members Welcome

Offering Bowls, Squash, Tennis, Snooker, Darts, Cricket & Social Golf Open for lunch & dinner 7 days a week.

Mon – Sat A la Carte menu Kids meals $10.95 includes a soft drink and a FREE Busy Nipper Kids Activity Pack Sundays – All you can eat carvery buffet Adult meals $24.95 Kids 5 – 12 yrs meals $14.95 & Under 5 $5.00 includes FREE Busy Nippers Kids Activity Pack FREE Kids Entertainment in the Bistro Playroom Every Sunday Night from 6 – 8pm

Cnr Wellington & Jells Road Wheelers Hill

Phone: 9582 4600 www.mulgravecc.com.au