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05 the science of dads
07 active kids
06 working with our brain
11 get your swimmers on and spring into summer
12 children in sports and competitive parents
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Family FUN Card Games
From the youngest members of your family to the oldest,
there’s sure to be a card game that appeals to everyone!
Looking for a fun activity for your family to
enjoy together?
they simply wouldn’t in front of a TV
or computer.
Forget about paying for expensive movie
tickets or video games – the perfect thing
may already be lying around your house
in a small cardboard box. And if it’s not,
you can buy it for less than popcorn at
the movie theatre.
And if you’re worried about your kids
being too consumed with today’s
digital-centric world, a good-oldfashioned card game is a fantastic activity
for them to enjoy gathered around the
dinner table, minus screens and social
media of all kind.
You can use the humble deck of cards
to play dozens of different card games
suitable for the entire family. A family card
game is filled with fun and lighthearted
competition that will help your kids
create long-lasting family memories that
Crazy Eights
Ages 5+ • Players 2 to 4
Of course, you don’t have to play just
at the table. Indoors, outdoors, or in the
car broke down during a camping trip,
card games are so portable they can be
played just about anywhere.
Also, on stormy nights when electricity
goes out, playing an old fashioned card
game by candlelight is a great way to
pass the time long after gadget batteries
go dead.
games that offer strategic challenge for
teens and adults.
Most importantly, card games are great
fun for kids. Younger players enjoy
learning the unique rules and personality
of each game, as well as the excitement
of competing with grownups. Along
the way, card games help kids learn
counting, strategy, logic skills, and good
sportsmanship.
So, here’s the run-down on four classic
card games for your next family game
night. Keep in mind, these game rules are
just a starting point: feel free to mix things
up by changing rules to make your own
game variants.
Meanwhile, there are plenty of card
Go Fish
Ages 6+ • Players 2+
Ages 7+ • Players: 2 to 7
The dealer gives each player a hand of cards; seven
cards for games with two or three players, and five
cards in games with four or more people.
Lay the rest of the deck face down in a stack, then
flip over the top card and lay to the side to make
the “discard pile.”
Separate the remaining cards into a pile facedown,
this becomes the “pool.” The player to the left of
the dealer becomes the “requester.” The requester
asks the person on their left for cards that match
their hand.
First, deal a hand to each player. With 2 players,
each player gets ten cards, 3-4 players seven cards,
and with 4-6 players six cards. Remaining cards are
placed in a stack to form the “stock pile.” Take the top
card of the stock pile and lay it to the side; this is the
“discard pile.”
When the player gets a suitable card, they place it
in the discard pile, and the next player must play
a card of the same suit or number as the new top
card in the pile.
Eights are “wild”, so they can be used to match any
suit or number. If a player uses an eight, the next
player has to match the card underneath the eight
just used.
Alternatively, when a player uses an eight, they
pick what suit and number must now be matched.
The game continues until a player uses up all of
the cards in their hand and becomes the winner.
If the draw pile is depleted, the discard pile can
be used instead.
Have fun and make it interesting for
everyone!
by CJ Myers
Rummy
The dealer gives each player a set of cards: seven
for a two-player game and five in a game with 3 or
more players.
The first player has to play a card of the same suit
or number as the card in the discard pile. If the
player doesn’t have a suitable card, they have to
drawcards until they get one.
From the youngest members of your
family to the oldest, there’s sure to be a
card game that appeals to everyone.
For instance, a requester who had a ten of
diamonds might ask for a ten of spades, or a
requester with two queens might ask for another
queen. If the other player has the cards the
requester asked for, they must hand them over.
The requester can then continue to request
additional cards. This continues until the other
player doesn’t have the cards the requester wants.
When this happens, the other player tells to the
requester “go fish.” The requester then has to draw
a card from the pool. When a player gets all four
cards of a set (such as four fives or four kings), they
lay the set face up on the table.
The winner is the first person who has no cards left
and only has completed sets.
Next, players organise the matching cards and runs in
their hand, making sure their cards stay hidden. A run
is a series of three or more consecutive cards in a suit,
such as a 5, 6 and 7 of spades. Going left of the dealer,
players take a card from either the stock pile or discard
pile. If they have a meld, which is either a run or set of
three or four of a kind, they lay it on the table face up.
The player then must take a card out of their hand and
place it face up in the discard pile. In addition, the
player can also take a card in their hand, or a card they
draw, and place it on one of their existing melds if the
card matches. To do this, the card must be in the same
set, for example putting a fourth king card in meld with
three kings, or fit the consecutive order of a run, such
as putting a four of spades into meld with five, six, and
seven of spades.
The winner is the first player to run out of cards. When
this happens, the round ends: there are five rounds in
a typical game.
Old Maid
Ages 6+ • Players: 3+
To start, remove one queen, leaving two queens of
one colour and one queen of the other colour. The
odd card is the “old maid.”
Then, everyone is dealt a hand of cards (it’s okay
if one player has more than others). Keeping their
deck hidden, each player goes through and picks
out any pairs, and lays the matching pair face up
on the table.
If there are three cards of same suit or number,
players keep the spare card in their hand, but if
there are two pairs, both pairs are put down.
Going left from the dealer, each player presents
their hand to the player to their left, who selects a
random card. If that new card creates a pair, the
player puts down the pair. If the card doesn’t
create a match, the player
keeps the card.
This continues until all
cards have been put
down, except the old
maid. The player with
the old maid at the
end of the game loses
the match.
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The Science of Dads
Why Fatherhood matters now
more than ever before
For decades, it was assumed that the single
most important bonding experience in a
child’s life was that between them and their
mother. And while nobody is arguing the
absolute importance of the mother-child
bond, recent research is pointing towards
another, equally vital, relationship: the one
between a child and their father.
According to sources like Washington,
D.C’s Pew Research Center and the
University of Connecticut’s Center for the
Study of Interpersonal Acceptance and
Rejection, not only does a father’s role in
their child’s life have a direct effect on the
child’s development and self confidence,
but often that effect is just as great as their
mother’s influence.
In fact, kids that feel rejected or unloved
by their father figures have just as much
(and sometimes even more) likelihood
of developing lower self-esteem,
negative outlooks, feelings of inadequacy,
depression, behavioural problems,
depression and substance abuse.
Of course then, the reverse also holds
equally true. Kids who know that they are
loved and accepted by their father face
their future with a better overall world view
and higher self esteem.
What’s more, this positive effect has very
little to do with biology. In fact, regular
interaction with step fathers, father figures,
and other male role models all have the
same positive effects on a young person’s
development and identity. So what’s the
reason why now, more than ever before,
a father’s influence matters so much in the
life of a child?
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A big part of the reason why fathers have
such a huge impact on the lives of their kids
might be traced back to something called
authoritative parenting.
In short, mothers tend to be generally more
focused on nurturing and comforting,
leaving the perfect opening for a father
to step in and create rules, boundaries,
and expectations. Because children are
so observant, they will pick up on these
differences in parenting styles.
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Luckily for dads, we now know that biology
is willing to lend a helping hand when it
comes to becoming a good father.
Oxytocin, often referred to as the love
hormone, is released when a man holds
their child. Oxytocin increases feelings
of love and affection, and is the same
hormone released in new mothers as they
breast feed.
This flood of oxytocin boosts the bonding
experience between parent and child,
and leads to a natural inclination to protect
and lead.
the simple act of playing or laughing with
your children will boost oxytocin levels, as
well as lowering the levels of testosterone
in the male body.
For this reason alone, spending quality time
with your young ones is a step in the right
direction. It doesn’t matter what you’re
actually doing – simple time together
playing a board game is equally as effective
as an afternoon spent at an expensive
amusement park.
In the end, simply being available when
your child needs or wants you is enough to
help increase their chances at a successful
future and positive self-image.
Even when your child is no longer an infant,
The authoritative parenting style favoured
by most fathers is typically characterised
by a balance of love, affection, and warmth
with accountability and adherence to
rules, combined with age-appropriate
autonomy. What’s more, dads who display
this authoritative parenting technique seem
to instill a greater tendency for persistence
and perseverance in their children.
In fact, a 2014 study published at BYU
shows that teens whose fathers held an
active role in their lives were much more
persistent than those raised with no father
figure in their lives.
A perseverant personality has, in turn, been
directly correlated with a higher likelihood
of finishing high school and further
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Spell out loud the first two or three letters
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Growing up in Australia, most parents
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and Tactics they will
need to overcome
their enemies while
still upholding the
Noble Knights Code
of Chivalry.
Participants will learn
valuable leadership
and teamwork skills
that they can then put
into practice in single
challenges, group
melees and teambased games.
Be a Knight for a Day
When you tell your kids you are sending
them to Knight School during the holidays
they might look at you with horror on
their faces but when you explain that
it’s Knight with a K, as in the medieval,
chivalrous, in shining armour, type of
Knight that look of horror will turn to
one of excitement instead.
At Knight School boys and girls aged 8 to
16 can learn what it is to walk the path from
Squire to Knight. We will train them in the
Art of Knightly Combat using rubberised
swords and shields and leather helmets.
Our instructors will teach them the Strategy
Come to a Knight
School Basic classes
and learn the
foundation skills of
sword and shield
combat then try your hand at a Master
class where you can learn to use various
weapons such as a Morningstar, WarHammer or double headed Viking axe.
The children’s holiday program Knight
School is run by Living History Australia.
Living History has been providing historical
presentations in schools, in Queensland,
New South Wales and Victoria, for 15 years.
All Knight School presenters and instructors
are highly skilled historical re-enactors
who have extensive re-enactment combat
experience.
They are all passionate historians and work
with children on a daily basis with Living
History Australia so they all hold blue cards
from the Commission for Children and
Young People and Child Guardian and have
First Aid certificates.
Classes cost $55 per participant and run
from 9am to 5pm. Classes are held at Spring
Hill Hall, Love Street Spring Hill on 23 and
25 September 2014. Check with our office
for Master Class dates.
For more information please contact our
office on 1300 852 231 or visit our website
at www.knightschool.com.au
Gymnastics @ MYC
Gymnastics is the foundation for all
sports … A challenging, safe and multidisciplinary sport that is perfect for people
of all ages and abilities.
Gymnastics is the perfect sport to teach
skills for life, including independence,
focus and self-discipline – skills that
can assist with self-esteem, learning and
physical development.
There are many GymSports offered
at Mitchelton Youth Club including,
Womens Artistic Gymnastics, Mens Artistic
Gymnastics, Acrobatics, Trampoline,
Tumbling, Cheerleading, Kindergym, and
Preschool Classes.
The Mitchelton Youth Club (MYC) has been
a member of the community for over 50
years. All of our staff have completed
“Working with Children” blue card checks
and our coaching staff have Gymnastics
Australia accreditation.
MYC is one of the few clubs in the State
to offer a curriculum which enables a
child to commence in Kindergym and
progress to high levels in numerous sports.
BE A KNIGHT FOR A DAY
Kids between 8 and 16
can train in the
ART OF KNIGHTLY COMBAT
using safe, rubberised swords
and shields
Challenge your friends and see if
you can emerge victorious!
Classes are held at
SPRING HILL HALL
Love Street Spring Hill
9am to 5pm
23 & 25 September
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1300 852 231
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We are also in the position to offer interrelated sports. For example, your child
may combine Gymnastics with Tumbling
or Trampoline Sports.
Further information may be obtained
by phoning 3355 7900 or emailing
[email protected]
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Zumba® Kids Jr. (4-6) and Zumba® Kids
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Zumba® Kids classes increase focus and
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enhance coordination. Kids work together
to learn cutting-edge routines which
develop life-long skills like teamwork,
perseverance and respect for others.
Best of all, it’s fun!
Zumba® Kids: Monday: 3.15-4.15pm.
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Fri: 2-3pm. Active Life Fitness Norman Park.
Zumba® Kids Jr: Wed and Fri: 3.15-4.15pm.
Saints Peter and Paul’s School Bulimba.
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Email: [email protected]
Phone 0435 535 380
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performances, to children’s
birthday parties, conferences,
workshops and evening
celebrations.
We have a fully catered kitchen
facility with a 5★ Chef offering
various catering packages.
Our State of the
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Entertainment
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Play Centre, Café,
Take-away Cuisine
and Outdoor
World Adventure.
The Entertainment
Centre has an
Auditorium with a theatre stage and is
fully equipped for various events from
The playground décor is
spaceship-themed with
LED lights, UFO, space shuttle
and much more! It also
includes a 6 x 4.5m rock
wall for climbing and
a 6 x 5m toddler soft
equipment area.
There is a café dining area
on the ground floor for
adults to relax, with coffees
and a selection of cakes,
sandwiches and quiches
as well as hot food to
tempt the taste buds!
The Fun Spaceship
Indoor Playground and
HP Entertainment Centre
Heritage Park –
Open Weekends
Our Facilities
The playground has two levels of
adventure and includes a climb-in
space shuttle and two rockets!
This venue
can be
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playground.
The Fun
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creates hours of fun for your child.
The Funs Spaceship, where
every day is an adventure!
Open Saturdays and Sundays
9.00am-4.30pm.
Entry fee is $10.00 per child,
Adult entry and children 12 months
and under are free of charge.
Remember to bring your socks!
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participate in
a range of free
interactive activities,
including the ANZ
Hot Shots Junior
Tennis program,
Cardio tennis, Social
Tennis, Centre
tours, speed serve
and dive volley
competition.
Also guests can join
in on a fun social
QUEENSLAND TENNIS CENTRE,
home of the Brisbane International,
is hosting an OPEN DAY on
Saturday 20 September 2014,
from 12noon-4pm.
Queensland Tennis Centre will showcase
their upgraded facilities, including a brand
new pro shop and café.
Guests will have the opportunity to
OPESaNturdDay AY
20th September 2014
12:00 – 4:00pm
At Robertson Gymnastics, children have
these opportunities, assisting parents to
nurture “happy, fulfilled individuals.”
Boppin’ Babies is a 45 minute fun and
stimulating music program specifically
designed by a music therapist to enhance
your baby or toddlers’ development, and
to help you use music as a learning tool.
Artistic Gymnastics (MAG & WAG) ◆ Sports Acrobatics & Tumbling (No 1 Club in Aust. – 2011/2012)
◆ Trampoline Sports (No 1 Club in Aust. – 2004-2013) ◆ General Gymnastics
◆ Dance – Jazz, Funk, Hip Hop ◆ Kindergym / PrepGym (Ages 1.5 – 5) to Elite/Adult
Administration Office: 3345 4294 or book online at www.robertsongymnastics.com.au
You do not have to be musical to attend
as the focus is on the children learning
through involvement.
Parents participate in the sessions with
their children in singing, moving to music,
playing instruments (such as shakers,
drums, chimes, and bells) and improvising
musical play.
All equipment and musical instruments
are provided.
Spaces are limited – bookings essential.
For locations and prices contact:
Vicky Abad 0430 591 532 or visit
www.boppinbabies.com.au
ANZ Hot Shots Junior Tennis
Cardio Tennis Demonstrations
Performance Training
Speed Serve & Dive volley
Jumping Castle & face painting
Fun games & tennis activities for all ages
BBQ & much more……
Register at queenslandtenniscentre.com.au and go in the draw to WIN a $2000 Prize package.
Queensland Tennis Centre, King Arthur Tce, Tennyson
Phone: (07) 3214 3800
Email: [email protected]
www.queenslandtenniscentre.com.au
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This list outlines some strategies to assist
parents in guiding their children to become
the outstanding future citizens.
Boppin’ Babies
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Here are three suggestions:
1. Assist children to become people of
resilience, with the ability to risk take, get
up when they fall and to not fear failure.
Failure is simply a signpost pointing in
another direction.
2. Provide exposure to positive role
models. Children who have heroes
with positive values can be influenced
for a lifetime.
3. Children need to experience success,
something that they have worked for,
in order to build a strong, sustainable
self-esteem. This alone goes a long way
to prevent destructive behaviours in
later life.
When parents are asked as to what they
desire for their children, a common
response is – “To grow into happy, fulfilled
individuals.” It seems simple, but there
are many obstacles along the way that can
cause derailing of parent’s best intentions.
Serving the Gymnastic Community of Brisbane for 22 Years
To achieve is to simply improve. To participate is a goal in itself.
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So, what can we do to protect our children
from negative influences?
Why Gymnastics?
Call us for the venue closest to you!! Robertson Gymnastics Club, now in
Coopers Plains, or the Robertson Gymnastics Academy at Tingalpa.
Book early to reserve your place to avoid disappointment. For all ages and abilities.
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Obstacles and distractions surround
our children, tempting them to follow a
pathway that is anything but positive.
Phone 3345 4294 or visit
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Age appropriate
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Guests will have the chance to go in the
draw to win a $2000 Tennis package that
will be drawn on the day.
Register online:
www.queenslandtenniscentre.com
Phone 3214 3800 or email
[email protected]
doubles comp, or have the opportunity
to be graded by one of their pros.
They will receive a recommendation for
one of Queensland Tennis Centre’s many
fixture programs.
They will be offering a free introduction
to tennis for any age and ability, with one
of the most experienced tennis coaching
teams in Queensland.
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There will be additional activities for
the kids including a jumping castle, face
painting and tennis craft activities.
With a wide range of quality tennis
competitions and tennis lessons
available for all ages, you can be
guaranteed that there’s something
for everybody to enjoy at
Queensland Tennis Centre.
The place to play!
Offering tennis programs for all ages
from beginners to the aspiring Pro,
Queensland Tennis Centre is inviting
people to come down to the centre
and give tennis a go.
★
All the Queensland Tennis Centre coaching
programs and fixtures will be on show
and guests will have the opportunity to sign
up to a program or become a member on
the day.
With 23 international standard
courts, Queensland Tennis Centre
is Brisbane’s premier tennis facility
providing world class tennis
coaching, tennis fixtures, court hire,
pro shop and café.
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benefits for players.
Get your Swimmers on
and Spring into Summer!
We’re a country surrounded by over 35,000
kilometres of natural coastline and boast the
world’s highest pool ownership per capita,
at 1.2 million of them … it’s no wonder,
Aussie kids are born water babies!
However, while swimming may be in our
DNA, possessing strong, water safety skills,
is not an immediate ability; it requires
on-going education and practice, from
a young age.
Accidental childhood drowning claims
the greatest number of young lives than
any other trauma. One quarter of children
2. Be Secure: Keep fences and gates
locked up tight.
Pool fences and gates need to be
regularly inspected, maintained and meet
government requirements. Objects and
potential climbing aids like pot plants and
chairs, need to be removed.
3. Be Confident: Learn to swim, and
how to get to safety.
Practicing water safety skills provides
another layer of protection, but should
never be substituted for proper supervision
and barriers.
4. Be Prepared: Always
have a plan in case
of emergency.
Check the pool and other
waterways first if a child
is missing, then inspect
bedrooms, cupboards
etc. Ensure your
resuscitation skills are up
to date, and permanently
display at least one
resuscitation, or CPR
Chart in the pool area.
admitted to hospital following a non-fatal
drowning, will be left with a brain injury
resulting in lifelong disabilities.
In 2012/2013, 40 children between
the ages of zero and 14, drowned in
Australian waterways.
But industry experts, Swim Australia,
insist drowning can be prevented.
Swim Australia are the leaders in learn-toswim and water safety – they’re the parent
body to over 600 registered swim schools
across the country.
By applying Swim Australia’s ‘Layers
of Protection’ philosophy, they claim
drowning incidents can be avoided,
simply by following four easy steps:
1. Be Aware: Don’t let the kids out
of your sight.
This is fundamental, and should be
performed by a responsible adult.
All non-swimmers and children under five,
must be supervised within arm’s reach.
By applying the four layers together, the
philosophy works that if one
layer fails, the remaining
active layers will kick in,
and potentially save that
child’s life. For example, if
supervision lapses, then the
barriers will prevent pool
access; if the barriers are
down, then water skills
should help that child,
should they fall in etc.
“These simple Layers should
be religiously applied
throughout the year, and
around any water hazard
– oceans, streams, pools,
dams, bath tubs, bird baths – because
drowning can happen any time, any where,
and in any season,” Swim Australia CEO,
Ross Gage said.
“Learning, and knowing how to swim, is the
most wonderful gift any parent can offer
their child.
“As children progress through each
swimming level, skills learned can
strengthen the bond between parent and
child, and potentially enhance a child’s
concentration, behaviour, confidence and
physical coordination as they develop new
abilities,” Mr Gage added.
“For a long time, we’ve understood
the benefits of swimming – physically,
emotionally, socially – but we are very
excited to finally see the facts in black and
white … swimming kids, are smarter kids,”
confirmed Swim Australia’s, Ross Gage.
But teaching your kids to
swim, isn’t just a smart
decision … now, world
first research has proven,
regular and ongoing
pool practice from a
young age, can actually
make kids ‘smarter’.
The four-year study, was
performed by Griffith
Institute for Educational
Research, and partly
funded by Swim
Australia. The study
surveyed the parents of
7000 children aged five
years and under, from
Australia, New Zealand and the US.
Griffith lead researcher, Professor Robyn
Jorgensen, said, many results had
exceeded expectations, and showed
swimming children had an advantage
when starting school.
So when can, or should, kids start
swimming lessons – it’s a valid question.
Swim Australia suggest, children can
learn from as young as four months;
enough time to allow a medical history
to develop, the infant’s immune system
to strengthen, and bonding to occur with
the primary caretaker.
After four months, lessons in a gentle and
developmentally appropriate program can,
and should be started right away.
To avoid negative associations, children
should never be forced into lessons,
especially if they are genuinely afraid of
the water.
However, it is a necessary and potentially
life saving skill, so should be an ability
they learn as soon as possible, under the
guidance of a qualified teacher and a swim
school registered with Swim Australia.
“Children who had learned how to swim
from a young age, were anywhere from
six to 15 months ahead of the normal
population, when it came to cognitive skills,
problem solving in mathematics, counting,
language and following instructions,”
Professor Jorgensen said.
With over 600 Swim Australia Registered
Swim Schools located across the nation,
the easiest way to find your closest
centre, is by jumping on to
www.swimaustralia.org.au and clicking
on the ‘Find Your Local Swim School’ tab.
Swimming – it’s not just a life saving
skill, it’s a skill for life!
by Jasmin Forsyth
www.aussiekids.net.au September 2014 11
Children in Sports
and Competitive Parents
Running from activity to activity
can be time-consuming, and
leave little time for actual play.
Too many sports can also be
taxing on a child’s developing
body. Children sometimes feel
pressured to play sports because
their friends are doing it. Wellmeaning parents may also urge
their child to play sports because
they did when they were young.
Playing sports can provide children with
physical exercise and social interaction.
But when parents and coaches are too
competitive, young children can experience
emotional and physical stress.
Parents are signing kids up for sports at
increasingly younger ages, and some
children are playing several sports each year.
It’s important for parents to
realise that although playing a
sport is fine, the child also needs
time to just be a kid. Sometimes the best
play for kids is using their imaginations and
making up their own games. There’s nothing
wrong with a young child playing sports,
but when parents or coaches get overly
competitive, it takes the fun out of the game.
It’s only natural for parents to be proud and
get excited when their little slugger hits a
homerun, as long as they are not pressuring
him to win, win, win. Kids feel stress just like
adults do, and when a child feels he has to
be the best to please his parents, he will
undoubtedly become stressed.
A stressed child may want to quit playing
the sport, but is afraid to disappoint his
parents. The stress he is feeling may be
reflected in his behaviour. An outgoing child
may become quiet and withdrawn. The
parents may notice changes in his appetite
or sleep patterns.
If the child has a genuine interest in playing
sports, then the parents should encourage
him. However, parents should not push
a child to play sports if he really isn’t
interested or seems to only play to please
his parents. Let your child try different
activities to find his interests and talents. If
he likes art or music, then encourage him
to pursue those activities. He can still play
sports too if he wants to.
Some parents find it difficult to adjust to the
fact that their child just doesn’t like sports,
or doesn’t have the natural athletic ability
they had hoped.
Even if a child is a natural athlete, he should
be able to enjoy the game and play to have
fun. It’s nice to win, but winning shouldn’t
be the sole focus for young children.
They’ve got plenty of time to sharpen their
skills and develop their athletic ability.
Parents and coaches should also set a good
example for little athletes by supporting all
the children on a sports team, and not just
their own child. They should also teach their
child good sportsmanship by interacting
positively with other teams.
The right dose of competition can be
healthy, but being too competitive can
set kids up for failure. Children should be
able to enjoy sports and have fun without
being pressured. Enjoy the wins and remind
young athletes that no one wins all the time.
Looking for something to do this week-end with
the family . . . the answer is Aussie Kids online
What’s On Calendar.
With a user-frendly system it’s easy to search for
events happening in your local community.
Aussie Kids What’s On Calendar is aiming to
be the best and most comprehensive calendar
available for families in Australia.
All listings can be uploaded free of charge. So if
you have an event you would like to promote to
a broader community go online now.
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Introduce your child to the
Wonderful World of Sports
It is a good idea for parents to allow their
children to explore several different sports,
and to choose the one that is right for them.
After all, there are many different sports out
there, and chances are good that one of
them will be the perfect fit.
These days getting the kids away from
the computer long enough to throw a
ball around in the backyard can be quite
a challenge.
Even though the worlds of computers and
technology can be very beneficial to young
people, it is also important to get those kids
interested in activities that are a bit more
strenuous in nature.
Getting kids involved in sports has a great
many advantages, and it is a good idea
for parents to at least consider organised
sports for their offspring.
Organised sports provides kids of all
ages with a great many advantages and
important life lessons, including the ability
to work as part of a team and respect the
opinions of others.
These skills will of course be very important
later in life, and sports are a great way to
learn these important lessons in a fun and
interesting way.
Playing an organised sport is also a great
way to develop muscle tone, lose weight,
gain fitness and improve eye-hand
coordination.
These skills are of course vital to developing
a well rounded and healthy body, not just
for kids and teens but for adults as well.
Even though organised sports and playing
as part of a team is important, however, it
is important for parents to resist the urge to
push their reluctant children toward a sport
that may not be right for them.
It can be quite tempting for the father who
was a top football star in high school or
college to try to push his son into playing
football, but it may be that football is not
the right sport for the child.
One great way to try out a lot of different
sports quickly, easily and inexpensively is to
enroll in a local athletic club or association.
These clubs can be a great way for parents
and children alike to try on several different
sports in search of the perfect fit.
Playing baseball one week, football the
next week and soccer the week after that is
a great way for kids to get a well rounded
sports education, enjoy some healthy
exercise, and find the perfect outlet for
their own unique athletic talents.
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Encourage a healthy,
active lifestyle for kids
With childhood obesity affecting many
children, it is more important than ever for
parents to help children develop an active
lifestyle from a young age.
Parents can play a valuable role in helping
children form and maintain these habits
in a variety of ways. By setting a good
example and introducing children to a
number of activities, parents can be a
healthy role model for their kids.
One of the best ways parents can help
children develop an active lifestyle from
a young age is by introducing them to a
variety of activities.
When children view going to sport
practice as something fun rather than a
chore, they are more likely to continue
playing the sport all the way through
high school.
Parents themselves need to remember to
be open to a variety of different sports
for children to try. Forcing a child to play
a sport simply because a parent played it
will likely end in the child quitting.
By keeping an open mind about what
sports their children enjoy, parents can
play a supportive role in their children’s
activities. If the thought of a boy in
gymnastics or a girl playing hockey
is unsettling, parents should remind
themselves of the health benefits, as well
as all of the friends their children will make.
It is also important for parents to teach
by example if they want their children to
make good decisions about their health.
When children are young, parents should
encourage family activities other than
watching television together.
Some good examples are backyard
volleyball, tag, and games like Red Rover.
Younger children will enjoy this time spent
bonding with their parents, and it will
instill the value of an active lifestyle.
As children get older, they may be resistant
to playing tag with their parents (or even
being seen in public with them) but they
will still learn from the examples set by
their parents.
And by going to children’s sporting events,
parents can show their support for their
kids even if they don’t like the sport.
Children who are physically active and
form healthy habits at a young age are
more likely to carry on these habits
throughout their lives.
With an active and supportive helping
hand from their parents, children will be
more active and maintain good health
through adulthood and beyond.
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theatre training from a company with a 30
year history of success. The programme is
facilitated by specialist tutors, is constantly
updated and offers the best quality and
value for money, performance-based
program in Brisbane.
We are taking new enrolments for our 2014
classes which are available in 10 locations
around Brisbane.
The Everton Park Hotel has long been a
favourite amongst the locals, as it really
does have something for everyone.
Students from 3 to 12 will be involved in
musical theatre performances and recitals,
and have the option of extending their
training with dance extension and private
singing programmes.
From its amazing million dollar Children’s
Playcentre, to its family friendly bistro,
Contact our office on 3252 4806 to discuss
enrolments and a trial class.
the park
take the kids to
these holidays
South Bank
Kids Club
South Bank has always
been a fantastic
destination for family
fun with its popular
pools and beaches,
delicious cafes, restaurants
and playgrounds and has
now become the ultimate
attraction for families
these school holidays
with the free South Bank
Kids Club!
Operating twice a
week in the South Bank
parklands, the popular family destination’s
latest installment is already proving to be
a success with its guaranteed fun for the
whole family!
The South Banks Kids Club provides
free entertainment and exciting activities
designed for children under the age
of five.
The fun filled activities will take place on
the Parklands Arbour View and Central
Café lawns every Tuesday and Thursday
and runs from 9am to 1pm.
Relax and have a bite to eat after the
activities with a range of $6 kids meal
deals! Many of the South Bank food
retailers are offering a meal deal and
happy pack in support of the Kids Club!
The happy pack includes balloons,
bubbles, colour and win activity sheets,
colouring pencils and the chance to win
a kids party valued at $150.
An underground car park is conveniently
located in South Bank and public transport
is easily accessible with the South Bank
train station and Cultural Centre busway
station close by.
With a wide range of activities,
performances and delicious meals on
offer, South Bank is the perfect place to
bring the kids these school holidays.
There is no need to pre-register, just head
along and get ready to have a great time!
For more information visit
www.visitsouthbank.com.au/kidsclub
YOUR CHILD WILL DEVELOP LIFE-LONG
CONFIDENCE IN GROUP SITUATIONS
SINGING DANCING ACTING
FREE
and enjoy
kids club activities
Brisbane’s Premier Performing Arts Training
10 Locations around Brisbane
EVERTON PARK HOTEL
Phone 3353 2300
101 FLOCKTON STREET EVERTON PARK
PH 3252 4806 www.fametheatre.com
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John Buchan and Alfred Hitchcock’s
THE 39 STEPS
Adapted by Patrick Barlow
The 39 Steps is a side-splitting comedy
featuring over a hundred characters
played by four actors. Based on the 1935
Hitchcock spy thriller movie and novel by
John Buchan, the stage production is the
longest running comedy in the West End.
Handsome hero Richard Hannay finds
a mysterious woman murdered in his
apartment. With the police and international
spies hot on his heels, Hannay races to
solve the mystery of the man with the
missing finger. His heart-racing journey
involves death-defying escapes from
planes, trains and automobiles with the
beautiful Pamela by his side.
This spectacularly funny and cleverly
performed adaptation of The 39 Steps was
hailed as being “theatre at its finest” by
The New York Times. A rip-roaring night out
for all the family, don’t miss this theatrical
tour-de-force already seen by over 3 million
people in more than 60 countries.
Hugely entertaining … Clever, witty,
ingenious, five stars – The Sunday Times.
BRISBANE PERFORMANCES
DATES – 21-26 October 2014.
7.30pm performances,
+ 2pm matinee Sat and Sun
VENUE – The Twelfth Night Theatre
4 Cintra Road, Bowen Hills
BOOKING – 07 3252 5122 or
www.ticketmaster.com.au
PRICES – Adult $59.90,
concs $54.90,
groups 8+ $49.90,
students/U16 $20,
family tickets $149.
Ticket prices include GST.
Booking and transaction fees may apply.
NATIONAL TOUR SCHEDULE:
hitproductions.com.au/The39Steps2014.htm
FACEBOOK: www.facebook.com/the39steps
Steaming Along
The Australian Railway Historical Society
(Qld Division) has now entered it’s 57th year
of operating rail tours.
Our most popular tour for the year is by
steam train to the Toowoomba Carnival of
Flowers – it is time to book now for the
spectacular climb of the main range with
it’s nine tunnels and the magnificent floral
displays in Toowoomba. There is a choice
of 3 great tours to choose from.
In November we are running a five-day
daylight rail tour from Brisbane to Mareeba.
Heritage diesel 1620 will haul this special
farewell tour to the Lander series air
conditioned carriages.
The 39 Steps is a great family night out!
– TheatrePeople.
Presented by Christine Harris and
HIT Productions.
To book or order a brochure phone
3252 1759 between 10am and 3pm Tues,
Wed and Thurs. Ray Edser (Tour Manager).
The year is 2214. The traditions of Christmas
are all but forgotten. A brother and sister
play an old-school on-line game based
around the 2014 traditions of the festive
season. Suddenly, the game is hit by a
virus whose sole purpose is to destroy
all records of the messages of peace and
goodwill associated Christmas.
Our heroes, the brother sister team of Luke
and Ellie, must travel through a virtual reality
to Holland, Japan, Mexico, Sweden, and
Australia in an attempt to destroy the Yule
Buster Virus.
In the Fame tradition, this production
will be both educational and entertaining,
and a perfect end-of year outing.
“Where in the World is Christmas?”
comes highly recommended as a live
theatre production featuring a cast of
over 25 young performers.
Phone 3252 4806. www.fametheatre.com
The Addams Family A New Musical
Book by Marshall Brickman and Rick Elice.
Music and Lyrics by Andrew Lippa.
Based on characters created by Charles Addams.
By arrangement with Origin Theatrical.
Directed by Laraine Griffiths
9 August to 13 September
Wednesday Addams, the ultimate princess
of darkness, has grown up and fallen in love.
Wednesday confides in her father and now
Gomez Addams must do something he’s
never done before – keep a secret from his
beloved wife, Morticia.
Everything will change for the whole
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TOOWOOMBA CARNIVAL OF FLOWERS
Steam train to Queensland’s most well known floral event
Wednesday 24 September SILVER BULLET EXPRESS
Rail Motor to Spring Bluff and Toowoomba Gardens
Tuesday 4 to Sunday 9 November THE TABLELANDER
5 day daylight rail tour from Brisbane to Mareeba
(this tour operates in reverse also 7-13 November)
Bookings: Online: www.artstheatre.com.au
Phone 3369 2344
Email: [email protected]
Holiday specials at Laserforce
Have you travelled through the time vortex?
Can you solve the Laser Labyrinth?
How many achievements have you
collected? Find out during these
September/October holidays with these
fantastic holiday specials!
• Kids 15 years and under – 3 Laserforce
games $19 or grab a 6-Pak for $29
(Non-members $2.20 extra)
• Adults – 3 Laserforce games $23 or grab a
6-pak for $36 (Non-members $2.20 extra)
• Kids Day – 15 years and under – Thursday
25 September and Thursday 2 October,
9.30am-3.30pm. 6 hours of fun, small
drink and trophies for $35.99.
• Party Night – Advanced role playing
games from 6.30pm to Midnight and
Midnight to Dawn Saturday 20 September
and 6.30pm to Midnight Sunday 5
October only $42 for unlimited games
and snacks.
www.laserforce.com.au
Bookings essential – 3891 1031.
55 Ipswich Road Woolloongabba.
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MUSIC & LYRICS BY ANDREW LIPPA
Addams Family – Gomez, Morticia,
Uncle Fester, Grandma, Pugsley and
Lurch – on the fateful night they host
dinner for Wednesday’s ‘normal’ boyfriend
and his parents …
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20 Sept too 6 Oct
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School Holiday Fun at
Mt Coot-tha Botanic Gardens
Are you looking for fun and exciting
activities to keep the kids entertained these
school holidays?
The Botanical Café Functions & Event Centre
at Brisbane’s very own Mt Coot-tha Botanic
Gardens is excited to announce the
Crazy Kid’s School Holiday Fun program
will be back again these school holidays
on Wednesday 1 and 2 October 2014
where kids can break free, be active and
just be kids!
The event offers families an opportunity
to come together and enjoy a day in the
great outdoors experiencing the sunshine
and natural setting the botanic gardens
has to offer.
Mums and Dads will enjoy the peace and
serenity that the gardens offer whilst the
kids delight in a day of fun and excitement
provided by the guys and girls from Little
Kickers Rugby and Soccer, Ginger Sports,
the Brisbane Roar Development Squad, the
Brisbane Lions AFL Auskick Program and
Rhee Taekwondo.
The school holiday program aims to attract
families with children aged between 2 to
12 years to participate in a wide variety of
interactive activities, workshops and games.
With everything from sports to arts and
crafts, a visit from our local police, fire and
ambulance services teams, face painting
by the lovely Miss Esther, a live baby
animal farm, an inflatable jumping castle,
obstacle course, 10m long bungee run and
absolute mammoth mega slide, this event is
guaranteed to tick all of the boxes and be a
total hit with the kids this spring!
Tickets can be pre-purchased via
www.botanical.co or via
botanicalcafe.iwannaticket.com.au
Be sure to support our friends at the Royal
Brisbane and Womens Hospital on the
day whilst sitting back on the grassy green
and enjoy the live demonstrations and be
entertained by Brisbane’s most popular
kids entertainer, Johnny the Jester and his
famous magic show at 1pm on the Band
Stand Stage!
Limited free onsite parking is available
and regular bus services depart from the
Brisbane CBD and Toowong. For service
times visit www.translink.com.au
The event is designed to attract those
parents seeking a purposeful program
aimed specifically at bringing our kids out
from in front of their tv’s and video games
and into the gardens to experience learning
through active play and workshops.
Ideally the event will offer children
the ability to interact socially with
children of like ages, various cultures
and different interests.
EARLY BIRD TICKETS are just $15 per child
and include a hot dog, drink, 4 hours
of unlimited amusements and activities
and must be purchased online before
midnight 21 September 2014.
All children must be accompanied by a
parent or guardian at all times throughout
the event so why not grab a discounted
family ticket from just $25 that allows
mums and dad the opportunity to relax
and enjoy a classic beef burger or hot dog
and drink for yourself whilst the kids are
off and racing around!
The Botanical Café is open weekdays
from 9am to 4pm and weekends from
8am to 5pm. The café offers a casual
breakfast and lunch menu, coffee and
cakes, drinks and Ice Creams along with
a fully enclosed 300 seat deck and air
conditioned functions space.
For more information visit
www.botanical.co or call the friendly
café team on 3371 6685.
Event Details
What: Crazy Kids School Holiday Fun
Where: Mt Coot-tha Botanic Gardens,
Band Stand area
152 Mt Coot-tha Road Toowong
When: Wednesday 1 and Thursday 2
October 2014,
Time: 10am-2pm each day
Cost: Earlybird Offer – $15 per child
includes a hot dog, drink,
amusements and activities!
(Earlybird offer on sale until
midnight Sunday 21 September
2014.) Regular Price – $20
per child includes a hot dog,
drink, amusements and activities!
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2-4pm. Free. Brisbane Botanic Gardens,
Mt Coot-Tha Road Toowong.
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9 August to 13 September
The Addams Family A New Musical
• Wednesday Addams, the ultimate
princess of darkness, has grown up and
fallen in love. Wednesday confides in
her father and now Gomez Addams must
do something he’s never done before
– keep a secret from his beloved wife,
Morticia. Phone 3369 2344.
Bookings www.artstheatre.com.au
3 to 7 September
Brisbane Writers Festival • Be
inspired by the books and writers you
love, and discover new ones, as you
share in conversations ranging from fiction
to politics, science to sustainability and
everything in between. Indulge your innerwordsmith with workshops for everyone
from the novice to the experienced
professional. www.bwf.org.au
6 September
Rivermount College Spring Fair •
An old-fashioned country style Spring
Fair. Highlights include novelty skill testing
games, entertainment, stalls, delicious
food, carnival rides, showbags, cakes,
sweets and much more! 10.30am-4.00pm.
Rivermount Drive Yatala.
Yoga in the Gardens • Anne Noonan,
yoga instructor and nutrition coach, is
passionate about health, staying youthful
and is a true believer in the power of yoga
for strength, flexibility and centredness.
Free. 4-5pm. Brisbane Botanical Gardens,
Mt Coot-Tha Rd Toowong. Ph 0417 761 998.
Jetty Fiesta at Redcliffe Festival •
Come down and see Redcliffe transform
into a Brazilian Carnivale. The carnival
atmosphere will come alive as Brazilian
dancers and performers entertain the
whole family. There will be light displays,
twilight markets and food stalls as well as
a fireworks display. Free. 3-9pm. Redcliffe
Parade. www.redcliffefestival.com.au
6 to 7 September
Redcliffe Kitefest • The biggest
celebration of colour, culture and kites in SE
Qld. Apart from the kites there is a plethora
of food, entertainment and activities to
keep the whole family entertained. Adults
$8, Child and Concession $5, Family Pass
$20, children under 2 Free. Sat: 9am-4pm.
Sun: 9am-5pm. Pelican Park Redliffe.
6 to 26 September
Brisbane Airport Light Garden •
Brisbane Airport Light Garden returns with
a brand new installation that is sure to have
your cameras clicking. Set the perfect
twinkling mood for a night out at South Bank.
Dad and Daughter Adventure
Weekend • A Dad and Daughter
Relationship Investment Adventure
Experience, for girls aged between 7
and 13 years inclusive, and their Dad, or
significant male other. This is so much more
than a camp, and so much more than a
retreat. 255 Beacon Road North Tamborine.
Phone 0431 839 035.
12 to 21 September
Swell Sculpture Festival • Over
10 days, visitors can experience the
sculptures, enjoy twilight walks, informative
artist talks, discover new perspectives,
wander through the Swell Smalls Gallery
and participate in artist master classes
and childrens’ workshops. Pacific Parade
Currumbin. Phone 5525 6392.
13 September
Calvary Christian College Carnival
• Calvary Christian College celebrates its
30th anniversary! There will be amazing
rides and activities for all ages, live
performances, delicious food, displays,
stalls, BBQ and so much more! 10am-3pm.
Dennis Road Springwood.
St Matthew’s Family Fun Festival
and Markets • There will be carnival
rides, over 40 stalls, fabulous food from
crepes to baked potatoes and wood-fire
pizza plus live entertainment and more!
12-7pm. 180 Bryants Road Cornubia.
14 and 28 September
6 to 27 September
Miniature Steam Train Rides •
Brisbane Festival • Experience
high-energy performances, world and
Australian premieres plus the spectacular
Sunsuper Riverfire which lights up the city
in a pyrotechnic explosion of colour. With
hundreds of performances throughout the
city, there’s plenty to see and do in three
weeks of jam-packed fun and unforgettable
experiences. www.brisbanefestival.com.au
12 September
Interactive African Drumming •
Christ The King Primary School
Fete • Come along for a great night
Interactive African drumming, dancing,
singing and story telling with unique
East African rhythms. Come along and
learn how to drum. All ages are welcome.
of fun, food, and family entertainment.
Plenty of delicious food, stalls, rides,
games, activities and much more. 3-8pm.
54 Thompson Street Deception Bay.
NO REFERRAL NECESSARY
12 to 14 September
Come along and have fun riding the
miniature trains (weather permitting).
Enclosed shoes must be worn. Children
under 5 must be accompanied by an adult.
10am-4pm. Ewing Park, Ewing Road Logan
Central. Ph 0414 619 739. www.lmes.org.au
20 to 21 September
Steam Train to the Toowoomba
Carnival of Flowers • Book now for the
spectacular climb of the main range with
it’s nine tunnels and the magnificent floral
displays. There is a choice of 3 great tours
to choose from. Bookings: Sunshine Express
Rail Tours. Phone 3252 1759.
20 September to 6 October
AFFORDABLE FEES
Bright Sparks • Entry to the Museum and
all exhibits included in your ticket! Suits ages
3-10 plus activities for under 3s! Join our time
travelling Professor as he takes you on a mad
cap science adventure! Let your imagination
run wild in the Inventors Workshop Using
Gears, cogs and K’nex, create an invention
and have a train ride. 9.30am to 4pm.
The Workshops Rail Museum, North Street
North Ipswich. Phone 3432 5100.
24 to 26 September
Ahoy there, me heartys! Its
“Pirates Week” • Nine activities around
the site and on board the HMAS Diamantina
* Pirates Pantomime * Buccaneers Band
* Competitions * Treasure Hunt. Suits
children 5-11 years. Adults are required
to accompany 5-6 year olds. 9.45am to
2.30pm. Queensland Maritime Museum at
South Bank. Bookings close 3pm, 17 Sept.
maritimemuseum.com.au or 3844 5361.
27 September
Sunsuper Riverfire • In an explosive
Festival finale, Sunsuper Riverfire ignites
the Brisbane City skyline for a spectacular
fireworks display at 7pm. The pyrotechnic
extravaganza will be set to an almighty
soundtrack of the year’s biggest songs plus
some classics. Sunsuper Riverfire at South
Bank is an alcohol-free event.
28 September
Celebrate Gold Coast • This year’s
highly interactive event will focus on our
enviable beach lifestyle, inviting you to
slap on some sunscreen and slip off your
shoes and immerse yourself in a wide range
of surf and sand themed activities. Free
Event. Queen Elizabeth Park, Marine Parade
Coolangatta. Phone 1300 465 326.
1 and 2 October
Crazy Kids School Holiday Fun •
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a visit from police, fire and ambulance
services, face painting, baby animal farm,
jumping castle, obstacle course, magic
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event is guaranteed to tick all of the boxes!
Earlybird Offer on sale until midnight
21 Sept – $15 per child includes a hot dog,
drink, amusements and activities! (Regular
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Gardens, Band Stand area, 152 Mt Coot-tha
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Advertising Feature
September 2014
Holiday Guide
Aussie Kids Online Events Calendar
gives you easy access to local events in
and around your city.
It is also the perfect opportunity for your
organisation to promote your upcoming event
free of charge to your local community.
Visit our website today!
Plaster Fun House Belmont • 07 3890 0039
• [email protected] • www.pfhbelmont.com.au
We provide an exciting and entertaining creative experience for adults and children
of all ages. We have a large range of plaster pieces for you to choose from to
make your very own masterpiece in our store! Our wide range includes: magnets,
figurines, letters, wall plaques, photo frames and money boxes. Pieces start in-store
from just $3 and paint, glaze and glitter are included. There is nothing more to
pay unless you would like to add extras such as eyes, hats, bells, bows or glasses.
Come on down and create something special. Bookings are strongly recommended
during the school holidays.
Hudsons Circus • 0458 483 766 • 0458 HUDSON
• www.hudsonscircus.com.au
Hudsons Circus presents its brand new family fun circus production!! A fantastic all
new two hour production that’s a new twist on traditional circus, with awesome
world class circus performers and amazing animal acts from Water Buffalos to Brazilian
Macaws and Baby Zebras in a fantastic fast moving 2 hour show, which is presented
by Australia’s foremost ringmaster – Shane Lennon! Look out for our beautiful brand
new colourful big top tent. Showing for the school holidays at Helensvale Westfield
from 19th September until 12th October. Book Online Now! Children under 3 are free
if not occupying a seat.
Australia Tennis Academy • 07 5530 1177
• [email protected] • www.australiatennisacademy.com.au
The Twinkle Twinkle Club is an ideal healthy and entertaining way for preschoolers to
learn through play. It is designed for children from 2½ to 5 years of age. The motor
skills tennis based activities will help develop little ones with good hand eye coordination. Mum’s can enjoy a yummy morning tea whilst your little ones have lots of
fun! Please feel free to give our friendly staff a call for more information! Twinkle Twinkle
Club - where every child’s a star.
Cake Expo
• www.facebook.com/cakeexpo • www.cakeexpo.com.au
Whether you love making cakes, eating cake or just staring at them from afar, we’d
love for you to join us at the Brisbane Cake Expo on the 27th and 28th of September
2014. Whether you’re a kid that’s big or small, we’ve got plenty to keep everyone
entertained. Jumping castles, face painting, photo booth, cupcake creating and lots
more! Learn a thing or two from leading and local sugar artists who will provide you
with free cake demonstrations and tips on the main stage. Our generous sponsors
and stall holders have made sure you get the most out of your cakeventure through
organising goodies and exclusive specials. Children under 12 are free!
Mansfield Family Markets • 0411 833 407
• [email protected]
Mansfield Family Twilight Markets are on again! Come along to welcome Spring
2014 on Friday, 12 September from 5-8 pm at this free family event being held at
Mansfield State School, Ham Road, Mansfield.
A variety of unique local businesses will be there with an array of fashion, toys,
plants, books, homewares and gifts available for purchase. With live entertainment,
international foods, free children’s activities and prizes up for grabs a fabulous
evening for the entire family is assured. All welcome.
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