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Baby and parenting goods
Serendib Craftlink
Serendib Craftlink specialises in unique handmade craft from artisans in
Africa, Asia and South America, purchasing exclusively through fair trade
sources. Ethical purchasing from developing countries ensures fair wages
and a dignified identity for artisans.
http://www.serendibcrafts.com.au
Twinsane
Twinsane – Celebrating the crazy fun of multiples, with clothing for kids
and adults, bumper stickers, accessories, coffee mugs, car signs, gift
hampers … something for everyone! Also free monthly newsletter and regular
photo competitions with great prizes.
http://www.twinsane.com.au/
Rainbow Educational
Rainbow Educational is a family owned and operated business whose principle
aim is to provide educational resources of the highest quality at an
affordable price.
Their entire range is hand made and created from new materials.
Many of their products are crafted by 'Persons with Disabilities', workers
with mobility impairment whose enthusiasm is evident in the quality of these
products.
http://www.rainboweducational.com.au/
KIDZ in Cloth
Fitted cloth nappies, hand made bibs and cloth baby wipes.
No folding, no pins, no landfill! Caring for baby and the environment.
http://www.kidzincloth.com
DO-RE-MI (music for
children 0-8 years)
Offers enjoyable group music lessons across a variety of music styles.
Develop skills in memory, language, group work and self-confidence while
having fun singing, dancing and playing instruments. Do-re-mi classes are
taught by highly trained music teachers affiliated with
the Kodaly Music Education Institute of Australia Inc.
Contact Julie Logan for more details, phone: 4963 2026, email:julie_logan192@hotmail.com
http://www.doremi-jlogan.blogspot.com
Henny Penny Hatchings
A birthing unit to blow your sox off! Henny Penny hatchings provides a 12
day incubation program delivered to your door for you to enjoy in your
classroom, library, foyer, dayroom or centre. Watch baby chicks hatch and
grow!
http://www.hennypennyhatching.com.au
RISE fitness
A new and alternative way of exercising with your baby outdoors.
Increase your energy levels with this fun and dynamic program that
incorporates exercises with the pram.
Venues: Lambton Park, Foreshore Park, King Edward Park.
Contact: Mel for more details on mob: 0424 644 236 or
phone: 49576552 or website:
http://www.risefitness.net.au
Ship of Fools
Performing professionally since 1982, Ship of Fools has a versatile
range of characters and styles suitable for audiences of all ages. For
children’s shows the most popular characters are William Doodrop and Bubbles
the Clown. Performances include juggling, magic, slap stick, audience
participation, unicycle riding, music and above all FUN!
All performances may be held either indoor or outdoors.
http://www.shipofools.com.au/
Learnalong Baby Sign classes
A Newcastle based workshop style class that will give you the skills to
teach yourself and your baby simple signs that you can use to communicate
with your young child.
http://www.learnalong.com.au/
Speciality Castles -
Jumping castle hire
A family owned and run Newcastle jumping castle hire service with Barbie
Fairytopia, Thomas (the Tank Engine) and Friends, Spiderman, Hi-5, and The
Wiggles jumping castles available. They pride themselves on their safety,
quality, reliability and friendly service. Discounts are available with
Entertainment book vouchers. Castles comfortably hold 6-8 children or up to
6 adults. View the website for more details.
http://www.specialitycastles.net.au
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