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Editors Notice Board Dear Readers, Christmas is upon us……this is my favourite time of the year – families and friends getting together to celebrate this special time, the beauty of well-lit houses and decorated Xmas trees, the aromas of delicious roasts and puddings, the fun and excitement of buying gifts for loved ones , the liveliness around ……it is all so revitalising!!!

To join the momentum and excitement of this festive season we bring to you our CHRISTMAS BONANZA WITH LOADS OF PRIZES TO WIN (See Page 26 &27 for more details).

A big thank you to ‘The Latent Image Photography’ for providing our exclusive Christmas Cover Photo. www.thelatentimagephotography.com.au We would like to thank all our valued advertisers for their unrelenting support and contribution, which makes it possible for this magazine to be free to our readers in Monash. Thank you again!!!

We would like to thank all our readers for taking ‘Your Child in Monash’ into your homes and offering unconditional love and encouragement.

So the holiday season begins……slather your sunscreen, put on your glares & hats and make sure you have loads of fun and enjoy your time. We will be back again in February 2015….. Brighter, happier, full of optimism and energy, ready to take on the challenges of the New Year.

Wishing you and your families Merry Christmas, and a wonderful 2015.

Until next year, WINNERS FACEBOOK COMPETITION - NOV 14' Vanmala Family passes to Santa’s Magical Kingdom 2014 Editor.

1: Belinda Foran 2: Sonja Cuce

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CREATIVE STARS

MADE HERE ART CLASSES FOR CHILDREN 4 YEARS AND OLDER

CONTACT: YAPING 0417 104 975, JOHN 0411 491 201 635 WAVERLEY ROAD, GLEN WAVERLEY

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Share the Care this Christmas Sonny hasn’t had an easy life. In his first 24 hours, his lungs collapsed and he had bleeding on the brain. Sonny’s parents Heidi and Kane were told their son’s chance of survival was slim.

It’s hard to imagine how Heidi and Kane Millier must have felt, yet thanks to the care of Monash Children’s Hospital, Sonny is now a happy, active baby.

These days, Sonny has regular visits to Monash Children’s Hospital for the treatment he still needs. Heidi and Kane are overwhelmed by the love and care they’ve been shown: ‘From every little piece of our heart, we would like to thank every person who has cared and continues to care for our little Sonny.’

Your support can make a real and lasting difference

(Image: Sonny Millier)

Share the Care this Christmas offers you a simple and convenient solution to your gift giving needs, whilst bringing help to those that need it most. Monash Children’s Hospital invites you to Share the Care by making a donation and giving that gift to your loved ones.

You can choose to give a Box of Tricks ($20) to help children in pain have a helpful distraction; or help new mums feed their babies with a breast pump by buying the Newborn Nurturing gift ($60). The added benefit is that all your gifts are tax deductable.

All you need to do to Share the Care is: ①. Choose your gift You can call 9594 2700 or email foundation@monashhealth.org with your order, or download the order form at www.monashhealth.org/page/Fundraising and return it to the Monash Health Foundation. ②. Give your gift You will then receive a gift card to pass on to your family or friends as a special gift this Christmas. ③. See how our gift cares for others Your life-saving care is shared with people in need delivered through Monash Children’s Hospital.

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and support children like Sonny

So don’t delay – give gifts that deliver help and hope to the children who need it the most during this festive time.

(03) 9594 2700 or foundation@monashhealth.org

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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

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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

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A special holiday offer! A voucher for...

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 1, 2015

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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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Business of the Month MULGRAVE COUNTRY CLUB Operating since 1961, Mulgrave Country Club is a wholly member-owned and community run club offering great hospitality and sports facilities including Bowls, Tennis, Squash, Social Golf, Snooker, Darts and Cricket.

The Mulgrave Country Club located on the corner of Wellington and Jells Road Wheelers Hill, has developed into perhaps the finest licensed and sporting club in Victoria since its Stage 1 redevelopment in early 2004 which included 3 function rooms, 300 seat bistro, café bar, terrace, legends room, TAB, administration, kids playroom and a 72 space underground car park.

Stage 2 of Mulgrave Country Clubs redevelopment was completed late in 2012 and included an extension to the underground car park creating an additional 68 spaces, 4 state of the art glass backed squash courts, upstairs function room extension catering for up to 150 people, new members lounge and the TAB refurbishment and extension make up the bulk of the project. Together with the 152 seat terrace which overlooks their immaculately groomed bowling greens, the club has something for everyone.

They run Breakfast on the Terrace every Sunday morning during day light saving hours with an all you can eat buffet. Also every Sunday available in the bistro for lunch and dinner is an all you can eat carvery buffet.

The bistro features daily and seniors specials and an extensive a la carte modern menu available Monday to Saturday. Their function rooms can accommodate 30 – 250 people and are perfect for any corporate or special occasion including weddings.

There is always something on at the Mulgrave Country Club. Patrons enjoy the huge selection of fun and entertainment available throughout the week: free entertainment in the bistro 6 nights a week, Kids entertainment every Sunday night, free bingo, poker and yoga, rock ‘n’ roll, Mulgrave Melodies and monthly shows.

The club prides itself on giving members and guests that little bit of extra attention and is continually welcoming new members. The club is also proud to contribute to the community not only with their facilities but also through their support of local charities, community groups, sporting clubs and schools.

Conveniently located with 500 metres of both the Eastern and Monash freeways, Mulgrave Country Club provides the social, sporting and leisure infrastructure that keeps their members and local residents healthy, vital and connected.

For more information visit www.mulgravecc.com.au or join them on Facebook or Follow them on Twitter

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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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GEEK OUT EVENT: Cosplay Competition!

Dress up as your favourite Book/TV/Movie/Animal character Skits welcome!

Glen Waverley Library Friday 16 Jan, 2.30pm. Age: 10-18 Free activity; Bookings essential: 9560 1655 Midsummer Night Storytime Wear your PJs and bring your favourite teddy!

Mulgrave Neighbourhood Library Wednesday 14 January & 21 January, 7.00 pm Age: 5 years and younger Free activity; No bookings required

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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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CHRISTMAS BONANZA - Loads of prizes to WIN! 1. Monash Aquatic & Recreation Centre gift voucher valued at $144.00 for 4 weeks of Mums & Bubs classes. Active Mums and Bubs is an exercise program tailored for mums in a friendly group environment, whilst their child is cared for by our qualified Child Care Professionals. Qualified trainers will take you through an hour of group training aimed at helping you to reclaim your fitness and body after pregnancy. Active Mums & Bubs is suitable for mums with children from 3 months to 6 years of age. www.activemonash.com.au 2. Monash Aquatic & Recreation Centre - win 1 of 3 Family Swim passes valued at $54.00. Redeemable at Monash Aquatic & Recreation Centre, Oakleigh Recreation Centre and/or Clayton Aquatics & Health Club. www.activemonash.com.au 3. Sand Sculpting Australia gift voucher valued at $40.00 for a family of 2 adults & 2 children (3-12 yrs) to Friends, Foes & Super Heroes event at Frankston Waterfront. The voucher is valid for one time use between 26 Dec 2014 - 26 Apr 2015. www.sandsculpting.com.au 4. Mulgrave Country Club gift voucher valued at $80.00 redeemable at ‘The Country Bistro’. www.mulgravecc.com.au 5. New Start Art gift voucher for a 40 minute art class session at Glen Waverley venue.

The winning child will explore primary to intermediate art options. www.newstartart.com 6. Studio D gift voucher valued at $120.00 for 1 X dance term at Studio D . Sessions are held at Mount Waverley Studio for 1 hour / week starting 31st January,2015 to 27th March, 2015. Dance sessions valid for new students only. Jazz, Ballet, Hip Hop, Tap, Contemporary & more! www.studiod.com.au 7. Good Skin Care Forever Young Collection valued to $ 110.00. The Forever Young Collection includes Dr. Michael's Exfoliating Cleanser, Dr. Michael's Rejuvinating Serum, Dr. Michael's Forever Young Moisturiser & Dr. Michael's Eyeternity. www.goodskincare.com.au

To Enter, 2 simple steps to follow: ①. LIKE our Facebook Page www.facebook.com/YourChildinMonash ②. Post on our FB page in a few words what you like about ‘Your Child in Monash’ magazine Winners will be contacted via FB & announced in our February 2015 edition

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

Hospitals

DIAL OOO

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

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

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

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

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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)...............

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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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Business Directory LEARN INDIAN CLASSICAL DANCE IN GLEN WAVERLEY

Girls of all ages welcome Dancing, Singing, Marching, Rod Twirling, Flexibility Exercises, Aesthetic Dance Classes commence Saturday 31 January 2015 Electra Community Centre, 21b Electra Ave, Ashwood For more info contact Wendy on 0414 833 956

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

Regulars

4. Editors Noticeboard 24. What’s on in Monash...

25. Kids Corner 28. Handy Phone Numbers 29. Business Directory Advertorials / Articles / Editorials

6. Tips to surviving the silly season 8. Sand Sculpting Australia Friends, Foes & Superheroes 10. Simple decorating for Christmas 12. Inspire young minds these holidays 14. Share the Care with Monash Children’s Hospital this Christmas 18. Good Skin Care 20. Australia Day - 26th January 25. Christmas Cooking Business of the Month

22. Mulgrave Country Club

Your Child Business Opportunity

Call 1300 657 996 or visit www.yourchildin.com.au Advertisers Art Classes

Gardens & Markets

7. New Start Art 23. Art Studio 48

26. Christmas Bonanza - Loads of prizes to WIN 27. Christmas Gift Vouchers Sponsors

2. Babes to Kids & Maternity Market - Caribbean Gardens Health & Care

Cafes / Clubs / Restaurants

31. Mulgrave Country Club Calisthenic Club

29. Ceres Calisthenics City of Monash

3. Carols by Candlelight Community Centre

21. Noble Park Community Centre Dance & Drama Classes

11. Studio D 21. Karen Margaret Studios 29. Indian Classical Dance Education / Early Learning / Schools

Competition

Events / Shows

5. Santa’s Magical Kingdom 9. Sand Sculpting Australia Friends, Foes & Superheroes

7. Bestchance Training 7. Gymbaroo Glen Waverley 17. Columbia Park ELC 23. Maria Montessori

Book Book a full page ad a half page ad from only $280* per from only $205* per month month

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13. Weight Loss Program for Mums 14. Monash Children’s Hospital 14. Monash Health 19. Good Skin Care by Psoriasis & Skin Clinic Music School

16. Forte School Photography

11. Mockingbird Photography Rotary

24. Mount Waverley Rotary Village Market Swim School

13. Monash Aquatic & Recreation Centre 13. Clayton Aquatics & Health Club

Deadline for our February 15' edition is 18th January 15'

Now read our magazine online after the 10th of each month !

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Your Child in Monash takes no responsibility for any statements or claims made by advertisers or authors.

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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

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