Hello and welcome to the second issue of our e-newsletter. We have some great new information and updates as well as fabulous giveaways.
World's Biggest Playgroup Day
Thousands of families with under school age children will take part in National Playgroup week, our annual celebration running from 22 to 28 March. Don’t miss out on the major event, Worlds Biggest Playgroup Day on Wednesday 25 March which will be held in each capital city and many regional locations.
The Sydney event will be at Holroyd Gardens Merrylands starting at 10am and other major events at Lismore and eastern suburbs.
The theme this year is Bringing families together, which is what playgroups do so well.
Thanks to major sponsor Tyres & More, with over 70 stores nationally, they make car care child’s play!
Vroom vroom…Volvo prizes to be won here!
You still have a chance to enter the $1,000 for Your Playgroup competition thanks to our State Sponsor Volvo who joins us again this year. There are also additional prizes of miniature Volvo ride-on cars and the Win a Volvo for the Weekend competition.
Latest information and training sessions for Playgroup members
Playgroup NSW is committed to presenting a number of activity workshops, information and training sessions. You can find out the latest sessions and locality by visiting our website.
Victoria Playgroups affected by bushfires
We have received many calls from concerned members asking about the wellbeing of their Victorian counterparts. Sadly some venues and equipment were either lost of damaged during the bushfires.
Appeals have been set up and information is now up on the Playgroup Victoria website.
We're lovin' Love Living
In the last issue we announced our new fundraising partnership with Love Living. The on line home shopping service continues to offer a minimum of 20 per cent of sales back to Playgroup NSW from each order to support member resources and activities.
If you haven’t had the chance to check out all the great products, go to the Playgroup NSW website, click on the Love Living banner and follow the prompts. There is a wonderful catalogue of products to choose from.
Bandaged Children’s Bear turns 20
Bandaged Bear, the lovable mascot of The Children’s Hospital at Westmead, turns 20 in March and is encouraging community members to donate or to buy a clip-on bear for the Bandaged Bear Day Appeal during March with Bandaged Bear Day on 27 March 2009.
Bandaged Bear has worn many coloured coats over the years and will this year sport a party themed coat, in honour of this momentous milestone.
Desperately seeking dads
We’re desperately seeking dads of 2, 3 or 4 year old children. If this is you, no doubt you are involved in the day by day process of teaching your pre-schooler how to cope with and manage their emotions. What factors contribute to this important, but challenging job? Complete the online questionnaire to participate in this study for a chance to win a $100 shopping voucher!
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ABC Baby Card member discounts and special offers
Playgroup NSW and The Australian Baby Card are pleased to be able to give all Playgroup members an Australian Baby Card. You will receive 2 cards in 1 as the card doubles as your Playgroup NSW membership card and Australian Baby Card. The Australian Baby Card entitles members to an extensive range of discounts and special offers nationally associated with babies, children and families. Don't forget the many online discounts available. The website contains all up-to-date discounts as well as competitions with great prizes.
By registering your card online you will receive regular newsletters and start seeing the growing list of discounts you will be entitled to. Visit www.abcbaby.com.au
GIVEAWAY: 5 Thomas the Tank Engine Press n Go toys
We have five gorgeous Thomas the Tank, Press n Go toys to give away. RRP $21.99 - Just push down on the engine drivers head and watch the train take off!
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GIVEAWAY: 3 Book sets to be won
Australian Authors Jo Fiedler and Greg Knagge have produced two books to help parents of fussy eaters.
Cauliflower Conspiracy, Advice and Recipes for Parents of Fussy Eaters (RRP $29.95) is filled with strategies and healthy recipes to help encourage children to eat healthier.
I Only Like Toast (RRP $16.95) is a delightful children's book that tells the story of a little girl with a big attitude who is determined not to try any food other than toast. The book is designed to help parents and children talk about the importance of healthy eating away from the dinner table.
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And the winners of last months giveaways are:
Gillian Lee of Pendle Hill and Melissa Cameron of Orana Station Coolah will soon receive a set of 5 canisters from our partners, Love Living.
The winners of Just Imagine CD are Lynley Versace of Nashua, Catherine Worrell of Baradine, Karen Fasanella of Earlwood, Joanna Durney of West Pennant Hills and Donna Lough of Engadine.
And the five lucky winners of the Wild Aussies Looking for Numbat DVD are Bronwyn Duffy of Valley Heights, Fiona Ward of Glenfield, Alison Stanbury of Narara, Raelene Sweeney of Dunedoo and Sarah Swinton of Lightning Ridge.
Congratulations everyone!