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April 2018

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Edi EdittorsLetter orsLetter Welcome to the April edition of Your Child in Whittlesea, Can you believe first term is over and the kids are on holidays? Time does fly!

I know we are all in for a busy couple of weeks, but don’t forget to take some time out to have for a quiet coffee and read some of this months interesting articles. There is a fantastic article Teaching kids about money, on page 12. On page 8, What our children can teach us? Is an interesting read that made me stop and think. Then on page 20 ‘A story of the Fallen’ is an amazing piece of writing by a grade 5 student.

‘Kids in the Kitchen’ has Ethan as this months guest chef cooking up a batch of yummy ANZAC biscuits, on page 27. ‘Hanging with Hannah’ can be found on page 26, with Hannah out and about visiting Aurora Adventure Playground in Wollert. (This would be a great park to visit on a sunny Autumn day over the School Holidays.)

If you are looking for some fun activities to keep your children busy these School Holidays, have a look through the What’s On section, page 22. This years Commemorative ANZAC Services can be found on page 25.

If you know of any community events coming up that could be featured in What’s On, please email to let us know - info@yourchildinwhittlesea.com.au Wishing all our readers a Safe and Happy School Holidays,

Rachel

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h a n n a H h t i w g Hangin Aurora Adventure Park Edgars Road, Wollert

This month Hannah took her big brothers to visit the Aurora Adventure Park in Wollert.

The park was very exci ng and modern. Hannah loved running around and climbing on and over dierent things. (Bring your imagina on - Hannah turned poles into a slide!)

There is a built in trampoline, 2 climbing nets, 2 rock climbing walls, 2 see-saws and lots of mega phones - for talking to your buddies. Plus some really cool rings to just hang around on!

Other facili es includes a sheltered area, a BBQ, 2 tables and chairs, 4 park benches, a rubbish bin and a drinking tap, bike rack and USB points for charging phones. However, there are no toilets.

Hannah’s p of the month - Some mes it is fun going to the park with your big brothers!

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The leaves are changing colour, So we should all holler, Orange, yellow and red, Watch the colours spread, Wait, its just a watercolour!

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What’s On

Small World Play Get experimental with sensory safari play. Make you own animal kingdom with kinetic sand, Oobleck and more!

Thomastown Library Tuesday 10 April 2.30pm–3.30pm

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Drumming Workshop Be entertained by professional African drummers in this interactive workshop. Stay on to make a drum of your own.

Lalor Library Friday 6 April 11.00am–12.30pm (workshop 45 mins, craft 45 mins)

Join our waterways expert Julia to explore the different habitats of bugs in our local rivers and for some upcycled buggy inspired craft.

In partnership with Merri Creek Management Committee.

Thomastown Library Thursday 12 April 2.00pm–3.00pm

Lions, Tigers and Bears, Oh My! There are wild animals in the library! Beware and get ready for a roaring great time. Stories, craft within the garden for everyone. Come fancy dressed and enjoy safari craft.

Whittlesea Library Monday 9 April 2.00pm–3.00pm

Create a Clay Safari Animal Join Linda Storto and learn the art of pottery.

Children will be creating their own safari animal using their hands and pottery tools. Wear your old clothes and enjoy this ancient messy craft.

Bookings essential.

Whittlesea Library Friday 13 April 11.00am–12.00noon

Smart Photography Ages 12+ Come join professional photographer and film maker Costa and learn new ways of taking great photos on your smart phone or tablet.

Bookings essential.

Mill Park Library Saturday 21 April 1.00pm–3.00pm

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Aussie Wildlife Displays will be demonstrating native wildlife such as reptiles, marsupials, birds and amphibians Mill Park Library Thursday 12 April 2.00pm–3.00pm

DIY Comics and Zines Learn from our expert illustrators and be the creator of your own worlds and characters.

Thomastown Library Thursday 26 April 4.00pm–5.00pm Ages 8+

World Earth Day Ages 5–15 To mark World Earth Day, enjoy stories and help plant a tree within our Community Garden. Learn about the importance of a Community Garden and enjoy light refreshments.

Whittlesea Library Wednesday 18 April 4.00pm–5.00pm

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Lalor Parkrun 2nd Anniversary - Masquerade A Little Nature Play Date Friday 13th April 2018 Time 10.00am - 11.30am Location - Whittlesea Public Gardens Barry Road, Thomastown Children will play and explore local bush with tools, listen to animal stories and meet a local frog. Facilitated by Merri Creek Management Committee and recommended for parents/carers and children (2-8 years of age).

Date Saturday 28th April 2018 Time 7.45am - 9.45am Location - Whittlesea Public Gardens Barry Road, Lalor

Don’t forget to bring your Mask!

Epping RSL Memorial March Sunday 22nd April Assemble - 10.00am March - 10.30am Assembly Location - Epping Hotel Crn Coulstock Ave & High Street, Epping Service Location - Epping Memorial Hall High Street, Epping

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ANZAC DAY 25th April 2018

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DOREEN RSL Dawn Service - Commencing 5.55am Doreen War Memorial Laurimar Primary School Armidale Road, Doreen Gun Fire Breakfast - gold coin donation

EPPING RSL Pre-Dawn Service Commencing 5.00am - 6.00am Dawn Service 6.00am Epping RSL 195 Harvest Road, Epping Followed by a Gun Fire Breakfast

KINGLAKE Dawn Service - 5.00am St Peter’s Anglican Church Whittlesea-Kinglake Road, Middle Kinglake Gun Fire Breakfast - 6.00am

WHITTLESEA RSL March - meet at 2.00pm Step-off - 2.30pm Whittlesea Bowls Club Church Street, Whittlesea Wreath Laying Service - 3.00pm Arch Memorial

BEVERIDGE Commemoration Service - 11.00am War Memorial - Community Centre Refreshments after the service

Commemoration Service - 3.30pm Soldier Memorial

WONDONG War Memorial Wreath Laying Service - 12.00 midday

Refreshments after the service (All Welcome) Whittlesea Bowls Club Church Street, Whittlesea

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n e h c t i K e h t n i Kids With Ethan

S T I U C S I B C A ANZ Ingredients 2 cups of rolled oats 2 cups of flour 2 cups of coconut 1½ cups of sugar 250g bu er 4 tbsp golden syrup 1tsp baking soda 2tblsp boiling water

Method Step 1 - Turn oven to 160°C. Lightly grease oven trays.

Step 2 - Place oats, flour, coconut and sugar in a mixing bowl.

Step 3 - Melt bu er and golden syrup in saucepan. Take off heat.

Step 4 - Mix baking saod and boiling water in a cup. Add to melted bu er mixture in the pan. Quickly add to big mixing bowl. Mix well.

Step 5 - Roll tablespoonfuls of the mixture into balls. Place on trays 5cm apart.

Press lightly with a fork.

Step 6 - Bake for 20 minutes.

Useful Information Emergency Numbers Ambulance Fire Police Hospitals

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Northern Hospital...................................................

Austin - Heidelberg.................................................

Box Hill Hospital......................................................

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

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

Sexual Assault Service (After Hours).......................

Centres Against Sexual Assault................................

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

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

SANDS* Vic...*Stillbirth & Neonatal Death Support Australian Breastfeeding Association Helpline

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Kinglake Police........................................................

Mernda Police.........................................................

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Whittlesea Police ...................................................

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

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6 Will learning music make my child smarter?

8 What can our children teach us?

12 Teaching Kids About Money.

18 It’s all to much!

20 A story of the Fallen.

24 ANZAC DAY 25th April

Regulars 4 Editors Letter 10 Hanging with Hannah 22 What’s On 26 Kids Corner 27 Kids in The Kitchen 28 Useful Information

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