Festitalia
1 July 10.30am – 7.30pm
RNA Showgrounds - Free entry
Brisbane’s Festitalia is celebrating the Italian lifestyle through great food, music and cultural presentations and activities. Festitalia is a great event for kids and parents alike with many live bands playing and their display of unique artwork. On the Cibo Expresso Stage they will be holding a Little Workers Children’s Fashion Parade and on the Children’s Stage there will be opportunities for kids to sing and dance to their favourite songs.
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Festival Family Day
20 July 10am - 4pm
Oxley Creek Common, Sherwood Road, Oxley - Free entry and activities
This fun day is catered for everyone in the family. One of the most interesting events on show is a giant sand sculpture by world renowned sculptor ‘The Sandman’ Dennis Massoud. There is also going to be the children’s theatre, workshops, street performers, dancers and stalls. Live music will be played by guitarist John Malcolm. Other activities include canoeing and bird-watching.
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The Arrival
Wed 2 July 2008 11am - 2pm
Gardens Theatre, 2 George Street, Brisbane CBD - $14 Adult / $11 Child
The kids will love the puppetry and animation of this show. But it’s not only for kids. The Arrival is entertainment for anyone at any age. The story includes floating ships, magical lights and paints a picture of what it’s like to arrive in a new place. There is humour, adventure and challenges that the hero must face that only add to this engaging experience.
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Reading Magic with Domino
Wed 2 July 2008 10.30am
New Farm Library, 135 Sydney Street, New Farm
This event is especially for the kids as Domino the Jester will bring them on a wonderful adventure. Being surrounded by books it can easily become a quiet and mystical place where Domino will perform his juggling, his balancing acts and his magic tricks. Everyone will be included in the magic and laughter.
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What’s On Brisbane by Louise Fowle

Getting out on your bike isn’t just exercise - it’s fun! Going out for a bike ride can be a great family activity and we’ve found a cool new bike for mums who want to look stylish out on the cycle paths - the MamaBike!

The MamaBike is a funky bike that can accomodate 2 kids and is ideal for 9 month to six year olds.

It’s a bit pricy at $1699 but hey look at all the benfits!

Available exclusively at Penny Farthing Cycles in Middle Park, Melbourne or check out their website.

With summer approaching fast many parents will think about swimming lessons for their child. It’s a great idea so act on it now and book those lessons. Learning to swim is a vital skill for all ages, especially children!

We started Pod Squad baby classes with my little boy when he was nearly 6 months. They teach fantastic water safety techniques as well as making the whole experience of learning to swim fun for the kids. Couldn’t recommend it more highly!

If you can’t make it to Pod Squad then check out www.swimaustralia.org.au for your nearest registered swim school.

It’s time to brush the dust off your old tent, stock up on marshmallows and head to BIG4 Holiday Parks free night of camping event on Friday November 9th.

Join thousands of familes at over 100 holiday parks for a night under the stars. During the event there will be sausage sizzles, pancake breakfasts and trivia nights. This is a great opportunity to try out a night of camping with the little ones but you need to book so head on over to the BIG4 website to find out more. 1800 632 444.

Discover Sydney’s newest urban park which is now home to painters, sculptors, art schools and a scuplture walk. Lower Georges Heights, Mosman is having an FREE open day on Sunday 11 November (10am to 5pm) where there will be art and craft demos, talks, outdoor painting and open studios, kids’ activities, live music and lots lots more.

Take along a picnic and enjoy the entertainment and spectacular view for a lovely day out.

Lower Georges Heights is located at the corner of Middle Head Rd and Cobbittee St and for more information check out the Harbour Trust website or call 02 8969 2100.

The Teddy Bears’ Picnic is a fun filled family day out which includes a range of activities for the kids such as face painting, hair spraying, a giant sand pit, rides, jumping castles and much much more!

Sunday 21 October
10:30am - 4pm
Rosehill Garden’s, Rosehill

With all proceeds going directly to The Children’s Hospital at Westmead you can have fun while supporting a good cause!

For more information visit www.teddybearspicnic.com.au or call 02 9845 1900. Tickets are $15 each or $50 for a family of four.

With the kids holidays in full swing, keep them busy by heading to Sydney Olympic Park. There are loads of free activities including Looney Tunes performances, kite-making workshops and a flying trapeze!

For more information visit - www.sydneyolympicpark.com.au

Wondering how you can get the spring off to a good start well here’s a top idea which eveyone should do!

Take a bike ride in Centenial Park…

Cycling is good for your health and for the environment. With a 3.8 kilometer bike path around the Centennial Park’s Grand Drive it’s ideal for all levels - even those who have not ridden a bike for a while!

Don’t have bikes, no need to worry just hire one!

You can hire bikes in Centennial Park from the two places listed below so there is no excuses!

Centennial Parklands Cycle Hire
Located in Centennial Parklands
Cnr Hamilton and Grand Drives
www.cyclehire.com.au
Ph: (02) 9398 5027

Centennial Park Cycles
50 Clovelly Road
Randwick NSW 2031
www.cyclehire.com.au
Ph: (02) 9398 5027

Don’t forget your helmets and have a great time!