Summer fun for school holidays!

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With everything from extreme sports, beach excursions, movie nights, gross games, science wonderland, art, dance and more, your kids will have no shortage of entertainment this school holidays!

Boasting yet another jam-packed line up of activities, the City of Greater Geraldton has teamed up with local service providers to bring back the ever-popular School Holiday Program for December/January.

City of Greater Geraldton Mayor Shane Van Styn said the program which is released every school holidays had already proved to be a great resource for parents and carers who may be strapped for ideas on how to keep their kids busy.

“Coming up with fresh new ways to keep kids entertained over such a long period of time can sometimes prove to be a challenge, which is why we are always looking to produce a bumper school holiday program which has something for all ages and interests,” he said.

“As with previous editions, we know this one is sure to be a big hit.”

The Geraldton Foreshore will come to life with a variety of social sporting activities, including five-a-side soccer, beach volleyball and basketball. There will also be stand up paddle boarding, sunset yoga and outdoor movie nights on offer.

Mullewa Youth Centre has an array of activities on offer for the community, including the new Indigenous Hip Hop Program and a free bike workshop that will teach youngsters how to build their own bike from recycled parts.

Mitchell Street Park in Spalding will be a hive of activity between 19-23 December and again from 9-25 January. This exciting holiday program includes creative projects such as the urban art workshop and art meets science sessions, as well as gross games, science experiments and more.

Other organisations who have activities on offer during the school holidays include the Child & Parent Centre in Rangeway, Museum of Geraldton, WA Centre for Regional Health and PCYC, as well as the Geraldton Regional Library and the Aquarena.

For more information on the school holiday program, including prices, times and how to register, visit the City’s website at www.cgg.wa.gov.au to download your copy of the program, or call 9956 6600.

Here's what's happening during the School Holidays

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The City of Greater Geraldton is excited to announce a bumper packed Summer School Holiday Program for School aged children, young people and families.

The program is separated into weekly activities and all City hosted as well as Community activities are listed below. City events are free to the public however all City workshop activities require registration where stated. For external provider activities please contact the host organisation as per the contact information provided below.

A weekly listing of the program can be viewed in their Events Calendar (Click here)

Specsavers have 30% off lens options

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Specsavers currently have 30% off lens options including new High Performance SuperClean Lenses. But be quick it finishes on December 31.

SuperClean lenses are the latest lens innovation from Specsavers. It makes your lenses cleaner, clearer and more resistant to scratches and smudges than anything you've experienced before. Benefits from SuperClean include:

  • Smudge-resistant, water-repellent and anti-static, so lenses stay cleaner for longer, attract less dust and are easier to clean
  • Anti-reflection, scratch-resistant hard coating
  • Reduces glare from computer screens and car headlights
  • Improves the appearance of your glasses
  • Makes your eyes more visible

To book your appointment at Specsavers call them on 9964 7555 or go in and see them at Stirlings Central Shopping Centre.

The team at Specsavers Geraldton would like to wish everyone a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. They look forward to helping their clients see a clearer and brighter 2017.

 

Sun City Batteries Christmas Trading Hours

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Sun City Batteries would like to thank all their valued customers for their support through 2016.

They wish everyone a very Merry and Safe Christmas and New Year.

Sun City Batteries Christmas Trading Hours – 

Closed – 24th December to 27th December

Open –
28th December 9:00am – 4:00pm
29th December 9:00am – 4:00pm
30th December 9:00am – 4:00pm

Closed – 31st December to 2nd January

Open – 
3rd January 8:00am – 5:00pm

And if you are stuck for a present idea for your partner, dad or brother, then the Thunder Multifunction Jump Starter Kit is ideal.

It’s small enough to go under the seat but big enough to start all cars and 4WD vehicles, even V8 Diesels. It’s perfect for the boat as a backup and compact enough for the saddle bags on the long bike runs with the boys.

Have you got kids? Going away on holidays? This is a great source of power for the iPads, laptops and any other electronic devices they have.

This kit is great for the ladies who like to be self-reliant. It’s so simple even nanna can use it.

It is normally $343, sale price is only $280.

 

Make the most of your health fund rebate at Specs 2-4-1

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Times running out! To make the most of your health fund rebate, get into Specs 2-4-1 before December 31st to claim your free glasses.

There are over 300 frames to choose from, including sunglasses. They have frame consultants available to make the right choice for you. 

Specs 2-4-1 are locally owned and operated, and have the fastest turn around in town – so they are your best choice!

Book in for an eye test today on 9964 8922 or go in a see them on Marine Terrace.

 

School Holiday Junior Golf Camps!!

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We are excited to announce that we will be running 2 x 2 day junior golf camps this coming school holidays! Your kids will be involved in game based learning activities whilst having fun and leaving with a tummy full of food!

We will be running two different time slots on each of the days, based around two different age groups. Each day will run for 5 hours which will give the kids plenty of activities to do, time to make some new friends and give mum and dad some "time off" for a while.

DATES: 

  • Camp #1 9th and 10th of January 2017
  • Camp #2 15th and 16th of January 2017

AGE GROUPS AND TIMES:

  • 5 to 10 year olds: 9am till 1pm
  • 11 to 16 year olds: 1pm till 5pm

PRICE:

  • Pre-Sale: $80 (ends 8th of January 2017 6pm)
  • On the day: $100

If you wish to enrol your kids into either or both of the Junior camps please feel free to contact us on 9923 2700. Camps are limited so first in first served.

Just FYI the prices above are for 1 of the camps, not both, as camp#1 and camp#2 are completely separate.

Santa is coming to Stirlings Central Shopping Centre

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We hope you’ve been good, because we have a very special guest – Santa!

And he has a free gift waiting for you!

So write a list, check it twice and come and tell him what you would like to add a little sparkle to your Christmas.

Santa will be Stirlings Central Shopping Centre Monday 12th December to Saturday 24th December from 10am to 2pm daily, and on Thursdays he will also be there 4pm until 7pm.

Have your presents wrapped for a gold coin donation, and all proceeds go to the Salvation Army.

The Salvation Army Gift Wrapping Station will be at the Stirlings Central Shopping Centre from 19th December 11am to 2pm up until Christmas.

While you’re at Stirlings Central Shopping Centre getting your photo taken with Santa and your presents wrapped, you can also enjoy some FREE Christmas Activities. Kids can come and decorate their very own Christmas decoration. There’s no need to book, just bring the kids down. The Christmas Craft Activity Workshops are on – 
Saturday 18th December – 10am to 2pm
Wednesday 21st December – 3pm to 6pm
Friday 23rd December – 3pm to 6pm

Don’t think you will get all your Christmas shopping done in normal business hours?

Well Stirlings Central Shopping Centre has you covered. They understand we all need some extra time to prepare for Christmas, so they are open longer over the festive season just for you, including Sunday from 10am to 3pm.

*Please check with individual stores in the centre for their trading hours.

For more information please go to the Stirlings Central Shopping Centre’s website - http://www.stirlingscentral.com.au/

 

Looking For A Gift For The Thrill Seeker In Your Life?

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LOOKING FOR A GIFT FOR THE THRILL SEEKER IN YOUR LIFE?

What about a Gift Voucher for HANDS ON AEROBATIC from KELMAC AVIATION located at the Geraldton Airport.

This one hour experience includes 30 minutes in the air above Geraldton in our Super Decathlon with our experienced award winning Aerobatics Instructor Geoffrey McDougall. Geoffrey will take you through some basic loops, barrel rolls and stall turns and then its your turn to take control of the aircraft whilst Geoffrey talks you thru the manoeuvres. Gentle loops and barrel rolls or get into a spin - you decide how hard you want to go! $280 for a one hour experience that will never be forgotten.

SERENE or EXTREME - The choice is yours.

Contact Kelmac Aviation on 0400760778 to arrange your flight or gift voucher.

Find us at www.kelmacaviation.com.au or check us out on Facebook @kelmacaviationgeraldton or feel free to contact us at kelmac@macsland.net if you require any further information.

Aquarena SPIRIT FM Family Fun Day returns

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All your favourite Aquarena activities are back for the annual Spirit FM Aquarena Family Fun Day!

Featuring the ever-popular giant inflatables, Old McDonald’s Farm, face painting, games and heaps more. There will even be special appearances by Cray Z and Santa Clause.

City of Greater Geraldton Mayor Shane Van Styn said the Aquarena Family Fun Day was always a highlight event for local families.

“The kids love our Aquarena and it’s great that we can put on some fun activities that everyone can enjoy,” he said.

“If you haven’t taken the kids to one of these before I would highly recommend it.”

“Plus the weather is starting to heat up so why not cool down in the pool?”

The event will be on Sunday 11 December from 12 – 4pm with entry $2 per person.

For more information, visit the CGG website at ww.cgg.wa.gov.au or call the Aquarena on 9956 6906.

 

Red Hot Deals Sale at Batavia Furniture and Bedding

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Come into Batavia Furniture and Bedding this week for their three days only RED HOT DEALS SALE!

There will be 15% to 50% off lounges, sofas, dining, TV units, beds and mattresses – there will be MASSIVE savings storewide. In fact the prices are even too hot to print!

This sale is for 3 days only – Thursday 8th December until 3pm Saturday 10th December, so make sure you get down to the Homemaker Centre and get your Christmas shopping sorted.

 

Get your car ready for the Christmas Holidays with Novus and Tint-a-Car

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Are you going away for Christmas or the school holidays? Then make sure your car is safe and protected by visiting Novus Autoglass and Tint-a-Car Geraldton. 

If you have a stone chip or crack in your windscreen you should get it repaired before you go away, because having to replace the whole windscreen while on holidays would definitely cut into your holiday time and budget. Novus Autoglass can repair most forms of windscreen damage in a little as 20-30 minutes, so you can be on your way to a fun and enjoyable Christmas.

With Christmas and the upcoming school holidays being in the hot summer, why not help protect your car by getting the guys at Tint-a-Car Geraldton to tint the windows of your car. Not only will it help protect your car but will also help keep the inside of your car cooler. With a range of tints available, Tint-a-Car can help you chose the best option for you.

Novus Autoglass and Tint-a-Car Geraldton also have gift vouchers available.

Scotty and the team at Novus Autoglass and Tint-a-Car Geraldton want to wish everyone a happy and safe Christmas, and make sure you are careful on the roads this festive season.

Come in and see them before you go at 13-17 Sanford St, Geraldton or call to make an appointment on 9965 5555.

 

JACKASS is coming to Geraldton

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JACKASS is coming TO GERALDTON!

Update:  

Due to massive demand for JACKASS tickets, the QPT website is struggling to keep up. You can ring them in the morning (99566649) and book, or head into council building on Cathedral Ave (Civic Centre) or QPT or the Library and get your tickets.

Get ready Geraldton because 4 of the JACKASS cast are heading to QPT for an epic show!

 

March 10 2017 will see Jason ‘Wee Man’ Acuna, Chris ‘Party Boy’ Pontius, Preston Lacy & Dave England present the ‘Filthy Seppo Tour’!

This is the first and only time that four cast members can be seen on stage at QPT and fans are going crazy!

This live comedy show will embody all things Jackass. Get ready for a crazy mix of stand-up, stunts, stories, insults, observations and so much more!

Get your tix at a special Christmas discounted price through the month of December at www.queensparktheatre.com.au the Civic Centre, Geraldton Regional Library & Geraldton Visitor Centre.

$11m2 Vinyl @All Decor

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All Decor are having a great special on Vinyl – just $11m2 (supply only)

Whether you only want to cover one room or a whole house All Decor has you covered.

Come in today to see their classic range of vinyl sheets available at this amazing low price – but be quick, vinyl at this price won’t last forever!

All Decor now has 12 months interest available. Go to their website www.alldecor.com.au for more details.

 

Blockout Sale at Harvey Norman Furniture

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ome into Harvey Norman this Saturday 3rd December for their one day only Blockout Sale!

There will be massive savings storewide. In fact the prices are even too hot to print! So make sure you get down to 38 Chapman Rd on Saturday and get your Christmas Shopping sorted.

There will also be 5 Years Interest Free available, with no deposit and no interest until December 2021, with monthly payments. Minimum finance amount is $1500 and terms and conditions apply.

 

This three day fishing trip to the Abrolhos sounds amazing, and it could be yours

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There's a really cool group in town that are trying to save lives on the road. They're called the Mid West Industry Road Safety Alliance. 

You might have seen some of their ads in the past

Right now they're running a fantastic promotion where you can win an amazing fishing experience at the Abrolhos Islands. 

It's a 3 day trip for 2 to the Abrolhos Islands. Even if you're not a fishing nut, this would be a fantastic little getaway!

Even your Perth friends can enter, as the prize includes return transfers to Perth if needed. So make sure you share it with them!

While it's not required for entry, you should also like and share their Facebook page so more people can be connected to their road safety message. 

And if any of your friends enter, you'll get another 5 entries in the competition!

Good luck, and stay safe on the roads!

Are you looking for an amazing kindergarten program for your little one?

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Geraldton Grammar School offers a kindergarten program especially for 3 year old children with qualified early childhood teachers in a beautiful indoor and outdoor environment.

With the facilities only a K-12 school campus can offer, our junior kindergarten is an exciting place of fun and learning for 3 year old children.

For more information, or to book a tour of our early learning facilities, please call us on 9965 7800 or visit our website – www.geraldtongrammarschool.wa.edu.au

 

Make the most of your health fund rebate at Specs 2-4-1

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Times running out! To make the most of your health fund rebate, get into Specs 2-4-1 before December 31st to claim your free glasses.

There are over 300 frames to choose from, including sunglasses. They have frame consultants available to make the right choice for you. 

Specs 2-4-1 are locally owned and operated, and have the fastest turn around in town – so they are your best choice!

Book in for an eye test today on 9964 8922 or go in a see them on Marine Terrace.

 

Pastacup Geraldton Special - Buy one get the second one half price

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For a limited time only you if you buy one Pastacup you will get the second Pastacup of the same size at HALF PRICE, when you mention this ad.
Terms and conditions apply.

But what do Pastacup do? They make our pasta by hand, in-store every day!

They love great food and want to share it with you. They understand that everyone is an individual and they encourage it. When you go into their store you get your choice of pasta, sauce and every ingredient to make your ideal pasta meal. Too much? Don’t worry – they have a menu too and lots of staff to help you choose!

The best part is, at Pastacup, you don’t have to sacrifice quality for convenience. They will look after you, by making your life easier, without making it less healthy.

Whether you are just looking for a new lunch or dinner spot, or want to treat your staff members to a great meal, we are here waiting for you!

Or order online at http://www.pastacup.com.au/order-online/

 

Geraldton Grammar School is on top of the results board after NAPLAN

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Whilst NAPLAN is not the only indicator parents should use when choosing a school for their children, it is a measure used nationwide to reflect the numeracy and literacy levels of all students in years 3, 5, 7 and 9.

The National Assessment Program - Literacy and Numeracy (NAPLAN) tests the types of skills that are essential for every child to progress through school and life. The tests cover skills in reading, writing, spelling, grammar and punctuation and numeracy.

It is fair to say that results generally indicate a school’s commitment and dedication to teaching students the basic skills they will require throughout their lifetime, which these days cannot be underestimated given society’s reliance on spell check and calculators, rather on an individuals’ natural ability to spell and count.

This year’s results are in and Geraldton Grammar School has once again claimed its place on the top of the results board, proving itself as the leading educational institution in the Midwest.

Geraldton Grammar School ranked 4th in secondary numeracy of any school north of Perth, 10th overall in secondary regional schools and 21st overall in primary regional schools across Western Australia.

Geraldton Grammar School Principal Nick Johnstone, said he was thrilled but not surprised with the results given the calibre of staff at the school and their commitment to ensuring students have a firm grasp of basic literacy and numeracy skills.

“Our teaching staff are exceptional. They do not rest on their laurels, and will persevere with each and every student until they totally understand numerical and literary concepts,” said Mr. Johnstone.

“Small class sizes obviously help us with making certain each student gets appropriate assistance as and when required. It also allows teachers to identify issues sooner rather than later due to an increased ability to spend individual time with each student on a daily basis.”

To review the 2016 NAPLAN results, click on the link below
http://www.theaustralian.com.au/national-affairs/in-depth/schools/interactive#browse