#preschool photos Sydney

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Capturing the Joy of Childhood with Stunning Childcare Photos in Sydney

Childhood is a brief space highlighted with moments of discovery, laughter, and growth. As parents, it is very important to get these little memories captured forever through excellent photography. Sydney portrait photographer offers myriad options that provide ample scope to create beautiful childcare photos, thus making every small milestone feel precious. From the playful atmosphere of daycare to serene moments of newborn photos or lively preschool captures, there is something magical about the way such frames are constructed through the lens of professional photography.

Understanding the Significance of Childcare Photos

Childcare photos are more than just pictures; they are visual storytelling that captures the essence of childhood. For parents, these photos are a tangible reminder of their children's early days, showing them how much they have grown and developed. From the first steps to the first day at daycare, each snapshot weighs in our hearts, reminding us of the nostalgia.

In Sydney, where the urban landscape is perfectly integrated with natural beauty, capturing childcare moments becomes an artistic pursuit. Professional photographers specializing in daycare photos Sydney know how to bring out the innocence and joy of children, creating stunning visuals that parents will treasure for a lifetime.

The Art of Daycare Photography

Daycare environments are full of life and vibrancy, and capturing this setting through photography is both a challenge and a delight. From interactive play sessions to group activities, photographers have the unique ability to freeze time and encapsulate those fleeting moments.

You must search for photographs of daycare around Sydney, to find a photographer able to connect with the kids so that they are relaxed and can be themselves. These unposed shots tend to be those that are cherished most, capturing authentic laughter, bliss, and investigation.

Newborn Photography in the Inner West

The Inner West of Sydney has quirky neighborhoods and a vibrant arts scene, so newborn photography inner west Sydney could hardly have a more fitting setting. Early days are captured within a warm, homey or welcoming studio space with an abundance of aesthetic options for aligning with the family's personal style.

Newborn photography is rather delicate and patience-oriented, ensuring the baby to rest and pose naturally. Choosing a photographer who is calm and has experience with newborn shoots is essential. Here, the focus will be on tenderness and sweetness in those initial weeks of life, creating pictures for parents to remember for years to come.

Preschool Photos that Tell a Story

Preschool time is magic because of the learning and exploration activities. This would be the first structured environment outside home, and documenting these moments in preschool photos Sydney is essential. Through engaging activities, art projects, and social interactions, memories are created, which deserve to be documented.

A good photographer knows how to handle the young ones and create an atmosphere of play and creativity. Photos taken for preschoolers are not about posing but celebrate that phase of life with curiosity and imagination. The art of capturing the moment lies in the ability to show how children express themselves at that formative time.

Final Thoughts

Capturing the joy of childhood through photography is a great way to save memories that families will cherish for generations. In Sydney, there are many options for childcare photos, daycare photography, newborn photography Inner West Sydney, and preschool photos tailored to reflect the unique personalities of the children.

With the right photographer, these moments can be encapsulated in stunning visuals that tell a beautiful story. Whether you're seeking to capture the innocence of a newborn or the vivacious spirit of a preschooler, investing in childcare photos Sydney is an invaluable decision. So take the plunge and let a professional immortalize these precious moments, ensuring that the joy of childhood remains forever captured in your hearts and homes. Cherish the laughter, the smiles, and the wonder of your children with stunning childcare photos Sydney today!

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single dad!calum going on his first date with his son's kindergarten teacher and he's super nervous and she's like "it's just me cal" cause they used to date in high school

This is fucking adorable okay

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Calum’s nerves were clear for Y/N to see. The way his eyes were darting around, refusing to settle on her, his leg was jumping up and down beneath the table and he was biting his lip nervously. 

It had taken him three attempts before he managed to successfully ask her out. The third attempt had ended with Y/N gently finishing the question for him, much to Calum’s visible relief.

“Oh fuck,” Calum groaned as he accidentally knocked over his glass of water with a shaking hand as he tried to pick it up, his eyes squeezing shut. “I’m sorry.”

“Cal,” Y/N lent across the table and grabbed his shaking hand, a soft smile on her face. “Why are you so nervous? It’s just me,” she reminded him.

“Maybe that’s why I’m so nervous - because it’s you,” Calum countered, letting out a breath and shaking his head. “Ever think of that?” He peaked up at her, forcing a smile onto his face, but he allowed her to hold his hand, moving his so that their fingers were linked together, breathing a  visible sigh of relief at the comforting contact.

“Well, I seem to recall we already did the whole ‘first dates’ thing so I figured you wouldn’t be so nervous second time around,” Y/N teased, raising her eyebrows challengingly. “I don’t remember you being so nervous the first time around for that matter.”

“Dude! I was shitting myself on our first date!” Calum protested, laughing. Y/N smile grew as Calum seemed to relax more.

“No way! You were so calm, man, there’s no chance you can try and tell me you were nervous about it.”

“Inwardly I was shitting myself - ask Mike, he’ll confirm how nervous I was. I borrowed some of Ash’s aftershave and everything because I wanted you to think I was more mature than I was,” he shook his head, sighing. “Honestly, I have no idea why you agreed to a second one.”

“Because I liked you,” Y/N shrugged. “And I still like you now, hence the agreement to this one as well.”

“Even with... even with Will?” Calum asked nervously.

After Will’s mother abandoning the two of them, Calum had had issues with trusting anyone outside of his band, who he knew would stick with him through the whole ordeal. For the first few years, Will had no choice but to come along on tours with Calum but once he hit two years old, Calum found a house nearby where he used to live in Sydney and moved in, entering Will into preschool.

It had been a surprise when he picked Will up on his first day (Joy had dropped him in in the morning) to have his son dragging him by the hand over to one of the preschool teachers, a gappy grin on his face as he took Calum over to her.

It had been even more of a shock when he recognised Will’s preschool teacher to be his high school girlfriend. They had broken up when they were eighteen, a mutual ordeal as a result of the constant distance between them. 

“Cal... Will’s a wonderful kid and... as long as he’s okay with this then... then I’m more than okay with him because... he’s pretty great.” 

Silence fell over the table, the two of them smiling at each other, basking in the familiarity of the situation, how right it felt to be together again after so long apart.

“Did I show you the photos of him ‘learning’ to play the drums?”

We’re Celebrating Cal’s Birthday! Come and join!

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5 preschools that promote futuristic learning environment

we agree that most schools nowadays are severely outdated by design and facility. as generations are moving forward faster towards the future, school design should be more interactive and collaborative beyond walls, where studying are not online inside a traditional styled classroom, offering abundant experience and being open to technology and change. because the future will be all about making networks and adapt to the high-tech right? here we list some of the best inspiring preschool design projects that provide a high-quality learning environment and shifted away from traditional classrooms. nubo kindergartenin sydney, australia, pal designs a minimalist and modern nubo kindergarten that stimulates inclusive play. the school design would focus not only on cognitive studies but also on children's learning, exploration, and boundless imagination, including the purpose to satiate children's curiosity and unlimited fantasy.hence the school was called space for "pure-play" wrapped in carefully designed facilities, pal design removed unnecessary furniture and equipment; the room is highly spacious to connect and interact and invent their own games, while allowing parents to also engage and interact with them. or to learn and watch over them playing while relaxing in the corner, as the notion of "pure-play" means that the school is well-designed for everyone to enjoy. photo credits: michelle young, amy piddington ora nurseryora nursery is a future-driven prototype learning environment that confronts the traditional challenge of preparing children for jobs that don't yet exist. the school design responds to a brief falling for a world-class learning experience that houses innovation and futurism, which our next generation will live with by the next couple of decades. read on: https://bit.ly/3aB5zR2

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Actor Keanu Reeves | Christian Petersen/Getty Images  - presenting Cyberpunk 2077

Keanu Reeves has been in the acting spotlight since he was 25, but now that he’s entered his 50s, he seems to be getting more love than ever from fans. We remember him for his iconic roles in Speed and The Matrix, and while John Wick has put him back in the spotlight, it appears his pleasant attitude and respectfulness toward his fans is really what fans are here for. Not only that, but knowing Reeves is this nice despite having a tragic past makes him that much more loveable.

There’s no doubt Reeves is universally loved for who he is as a person — but his acting is a different story. Unfortunately, fans still think he’s a one-trick pony when it comes to his on-screen roles. Here’s what they’ve said.

Keanu Reeves is known for being one of the nicest actors in Hollywood

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James Dator‏

@James_Dator

In honor of John Wick 3 I have a Keanu Reeves story.                                06:41 - 17. Mai 2019          

Keanu came to the movie theater I worked at in Sydney in 2001. He was working on the Matrix series at the time. It’s a quiet, Wednesday morning — almost nobody is seeing movies.   

I’m working the box office, bored as hell and suddenly this dude walks up in jeans, a leather jacket and a horse riding helmet. A full ass, weird equestrian looking helmet. It takes me a solid 30 seconds to ignore the helmet and realize it’s Keanu Reeves.

He wants to buy a ticket for “From Hell,” the Johnny Depp movie. I’m so fucking star struck I do what any sensible 16-year-old does and tell him I’d like to give him my employee discount. This means he needs to sign my sheet and therefore I have his autograph

“I don’t work here,” Keanu says. Seemingly confused by my offer. I’m flustered and just charge him the normal price. Kicking myself after for not getting his autograph

2 minutes later there’s a knock on the door behind me that leads into the box office. I assume it’s my manager. It’s Keanu.                                                         

“I realized you probably wanted my autograph,” he says. “So I signed this.” He hands me a receipt from the concessions stand that he signed on the back. He then casually throws an ice cream cone in the trash can and sees his movie      

I realize later that he bought an ice cream cone he didn’t want, just to get receipt paper so he could scribble his autograph for a 16-year-old idiot.

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Reeves’ resurgence on the big screen has reminded filmgoers that the star is humble, caring, and loyal to his fans — and presently, it’s all the internet can talk about. According to author Reza Aslan, Reeves bought the property that’s now his son’s preschool just so the kids in the community would have a school to attend. And another fan mentioned that when he approached Reeves on the street to take a photo with him, Reeves was “the nicest guy on the planet” about it and allowed the selfie to be taken. Not only that, but the actor is also known for being ultra-respectful toward women and funding charities without making a big deal out of it.Reeves is just learning that everyone in America loves him, too — and he had quite the humble response. During an interview with Entertainment Tonight, Reeves mentioned that the love has “been really nice and special for me. Just how well the John Wick film was received and then also recently with Always Be My Maybe and then being connected with CD Projekt Red.”

Many fans still think his acting is one-note, however

While there’s no argument for how great Reeves is as a person, many are still unconvinced by his acting. Reeves has gotten flack for his stilted performances since the days of The Matrix, and many see his action-hero characters as completely one-note. Fans took to Reddit to further discuss the matter, too. “I mean, I liked John wick and the matrix and that one with the time machine, but can we be frank? Keanu Reeves is not a good actor, right? [sic],” one fan wrote. “This isn’t someone I hate, I just don’t think he is a great actor or even a good one.” On the same thread, another commented, “I agree, he’s not great. And I think he knows it, which is why he remains humble about his celebrity and donates to charities without a lot of publicity. He’s a good guy.”Reeves’ stilted acting was pointed out on another Reddit thread, too. “Keanu Reeves is a really, really bad actor, and the overwhelming majority of his popularity on this website is due to bandwagoning,” one Reddit user pointed out. Another added, “He’s a great guy in real life that’s why I think he gets the love. But solely on acting ability he isn’t very good.”

Despite the critique, fans think he makes a great John Wick

Moviegoers may think Reeves plays the same type of action hero in every film, but even so, there’s no doubt his acting style is perfect for the John Wick films. As AV Club notes, “All that training has made Reeves a sturdy, reliable action star: Even when the movies are bad (Constantine) or baffling (47 Ronin), it’s hard to look away from the man at the center of them, who’s settled nicely into his wheelhouse.” The writer for the publication also notes that while Reeves may be comically bad at accents and romance in his films, when he’s cast in the right role (especially when that role involves him with a firearm in a suit), he becomes iconic. “He locks, loads, aims, moving fluidly in and out of fighting stance. It looks like muscle memory, like second nature. It looks like he was born to do this,” AV Club continues. With the recent success of John Wick 3, it looks like we should anticipate more films from the franchise in the future, too.

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Kogarah Child Care Centres

Whether you are a child care provider or a parent looking for a suitable child care centre for your child, you will be amazed at the variety of options available in Kogarah. This suburb is located in the southern suburbs of Sydney. It offers a range of child care centres, from kindergartens to day care centres.

The community provides support to families and children in Kogarah. In 2016, 24,2 percent of adults aged 15 and over provided unpaid child care to children. This includes nannies and other religious organizations, as well as social organizations with a background in trade unions.

The Garrigarrang Early Education and Care Centre is run by Bayside Council on the site of the former Darrell Lea site. It provides child care services for children aged 0 to 5 years. The centre also offers a range of extra curricular activities. It also employs experienced and qualified carers. The centre is open from 9 am to 5 pm. It also has an evening care service for 15 children.

Kogarah Child Care Centres are warm and welcoming. The program focuses on literacy, numeracy, and social skills, as well as supporting children as they prepare for school. It also encourages communication with families. There are child-based activities available to allow children to express their creativity.

One of the best child care centres in Kogarah is Ocean Street Kindergarten, which offers a range of day care options. This centre provides family day care, preschool and after school care. It is located at 62 Ocean Street, Kogarah, NSW 2217. It has an excellent resources, including photo, full business details and a classic listing. It is also licensed by the NSW Department of Education and AECC. It also offers a wide range of extra-curricular activities, including sports, fitness classes and yoga. The centre also has a commercial-grade kitchen.

At My Best Me, we believe early childhood years are the most vital in a person’s life as it sets the foundation for lifelong learning, behaviour, and wellbeing. Therefore, we are committed to providing quality early learning that helps us ensure each child’s best start to life and empower them to be the best versions of themselves.

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Preschool in Chatswood

If you are looking for a preschool in Chatswood, you have come to the right place. Here, you will find a list of local businesses that provide services for young children. This includes Abbaroseville, Apple's and Honey, MindChamps, Kookaburra Kindergarten, and KU Chatswood Community Preschool.

Abbaroseville

• Our Early Childhood and Primary School Teachers hold 4-year trained university degrees & other educators hold either a Diploma of Childcare or a Certificate III.

• We provide morning tea, hot lunch, afternoon tea and a late snack.

• We engage children with various specialist incursion events.

• We have different events & celebrations throughout the year, listed on our events calendar.  Eg: various  multicultural  Celebrations, dance performances, egg hatching, Healthy Harold,  Earth day to name a few, Graduation for the 4-5’s and an end of year celebration for each classroom.

• We upload significant moments of your child’s day on Storypark so that you can keep connected to their learning, and have something to chat about on the way home.

• We document your child’s learning through photos, writing, film and art port-folios to capture the essence of their learning. Through Storypark you can access all information from your child’s portfolio to special events and a yearly calendar.

• We provide wipes, water, a full brimmed sun hat, sun-cream and all educational and art supplies for your child. 

• All our Staff are trained in Munch & Moves/which is a eat well & get active program that is integrated into our daily program.

MindChamps

MindChamps is a unique early learning philosophy. It was developed in Sydney in 1998 in response to a growing concern that the current education system does not meet the needs of a rapidly changing world. A group of leading scientists in child psychology, neuroscience and theatre created MindChamps with the aim of providing an alternative educational model for young children.

MindChamps Early Learning & Preschool Chatswood offers a stimulating learning environment for children from six weeks of age to school age. It features a bilingual language program and two separate play areas that help promote children's cognitive development.

Kookaburra Kindergarten

The Kookaburra Kindergarten in Chat-swood is an educational institution that has been running for over 25 years. Established in a historic federation house, the school was recently renovated and has dedicated rooms for each age group. It features separate areas for quiet time and active play.

The Kookaburra Kindergarten in Chat-swood opened in 1990 and is located in a heritage-listed federation house. The school has undergone a major renovation to make the environment more child-friendly. It has dedicated areas for infants and toddlers and features an outdoor play area shaded by mature gum trees. The playground is filled with non-toxic plant species that encourage children to learn about nature.

Apple's and Honey

Apple's and Honey at Chatswood is a long-hours preschool for children aged three to six years, providing a full preschool curriculum and school readiness in a multicultural bushland environment. The preschool also offers a nutritious meal program and ample on-site parking.

Apple's and Honey at Chatswood is a community not-for-profit preschool. It operates long hours and offers a childcare subsidy to eligible parents. The facility is modern and includes a spacious outdoor play area.

KU Chatswood Community Preschool

KU Chatswood Community Preschool helps kids find their voices. They learn to be social and curious. The preschool also provides quality child care and early childhood education. Children can experience a safe and nurturing environment while learning at KU Chatswood Community Preschool. Find out more about our child care programs and what we have to offer.

KU Chatswood Community Preschool offers free-flow play-based educational programmes. It has a licensed capacity of 40 children per day. Each child is supervised by a minimum of two Early Childhood Educators. There are also experienced Childcare Educators on staff. KU Chatswood Community Preschool also encourages children to develop a special interest in literacy learning.

Abbaroseville have been in the business of children for over 48 years. Family operated & owned and first established at our Crows Nest Centre in 1972 we have had the pleasure of teaching & educating children throughout their many milestones and have loved every moment of it, we really would not have it any-other way.

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Plantitos and Plantitas in the Philippines

Photo taken from buffalonews.com

The Growing Craze in the Philippines

People have been experiencing a wide range of emotions since the outbreak of Pandemic. Among the emotions felt were fear, anxiety, depression, denial, and, of course, boredom. We tried a variety of activities to cope with the situation in order to alleviate such negative emotions as we attempted to embrace our so-called New Normal. Some began to hone their skills, while others experimented with cooking/baking, working out, sewing, and, of course, gardening. Surprisingly, a growing number of people are becoming interested in plants, resulting in the rapid rise of plantitos and plantitas trending on various social media platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, and others.

The Benefits of Gardening

Gardening and Physical Health

Photo taken from The Healthy

For most of us, digging soils, pulling roots and all the bending may be exhausting and painful but it is actually a light aerobic exercise that can help improve and strengthen the heart’s and lungs’ health. It also aids in the prevention obesity, high blood pressure and a lot more.

“Growing plants is a great way to care for your mental and physical health during quarantine. You may not be able to completely supply your own food, but the feeling of nurturing something during a time of crisis and isolation is definitely worth cultivating.” ― Caterina Leronimo, DBK News

Gardening and Pollution

Plants help to improve the environment. Pollution is perceived as a phenomenon that occurs only outside. The truth is that there is such a thing as indoor pollution, and as we spend more time indoors, we are subjected to pollutants and toxins from synthetic materials for a longer period of time due to reduced air circulation. Indoor pollution is to blame for unexpected allergies, among other things. Thus, having plants within our homes reduces indoor pollution and even provides fresh air.

Gardening and Mental Wellbeing

Photo taken from David Domoney

Gardening itself has a significant impact on our mental health. Gardening and horticultural therapy have been shown in studies to reduce anxiety and depression symptoms. 

“Gardening is the greatest tonic and therapy a human being can have. Even if you have only a tiny piece of earth, you can create something beautiful, which we all have a great need for. If we begin by respecting plants, it’s inevitable we’ll respect people.” – Audrey Hepburn, late actress and humanitarian.

>Gardening  increases positive emotions 

Gardening has shown to increase brain serotonin and dopamine levels – the "feel good" hormones. It also lowers cortisol levels, which is a stress hormone. 

It also gives people an opportunity to get away from their crazy busy, often technology-driven lives and engage in a different type of sensory experience.

>Gardening develops Self-Esteem

Cultivating a living thing that grows and develops over time gives a person a sense of accomplishment and boosts one’s self-confidence. Being one with nature and raising a living thing brings a sense of well-being, which leads to a better state of mental wellbeing.

>Connecting with our Creator

Gardening also helps people stay connected to living things during a time when everyone must practice social distancing. More importantly, it has allowed plantitos and plantitas to marvel at the Creator's creations. In the midst of a catastrophic event, many people are finally paying recognize the signs of life that envelops us.

Gardening and Kids

Photo taken from UNSW Newsroom-UNSW Sydney

Gardening can encourage children to participate in ways that will help them learn more effectively. Gardening can help young, preschool- and elementary-aged children strengthen skills such as measuring, addition, subtraction, counting, categorizing, and color recognition. Gardening also teaches life skills such as practicing motor skills and the developing work ethic. 

“Why try to explain miracles to your kids when you can just have them plant a garden.” – Robert Brault

Conclusion

In conclusion, gardening reduces depression, anxiety, obesity, and heart disease while boosting life satisfaction, quality of life, and a sense of togetherness. Gardens are essential for illness recovery, and simply looking at them can reduce stress, blood pressure, and muscle tension. "These difficult times of staying at home open new opportunities," said AIPH Secretary General Tim Briercliffe. Many individuals may have more time to devote to their gardens and will discover the joy of gardening for the first time. Gardens will play an important role in keeping society happy and healthy, and the garden industry is ready to support success in this area in any way we can.

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Art Runs Generations Deep In The Family Of Molly Wattle Boney

Art Runs Generations Deep In The Family Of Molly Wattle Boney

Family

by Sally Tabart

Brendon Boney (aka The Magpie Swoop), Tessa Nuku (aka Tessa Thames) and Molly at home! Photo – Alisha Gore for The Design Files.

Molly with her winning artwork from the TDF Design Awards, and painting at home with Tessa. Photo – Alisha Gore for The Design Files.

Tessa and Brendon usually just let Molly go for whatever idea she has – 99% of the time their input gets shut down by Molly! Photo – Alisha Gore for The Design Files.

Molly at home, getting ready to go to the beach. Photo – Alisha Gore for The Design Files.

The fam at the beach near their home in Ettalong Beach, New South Wales. Photo – Alisha Gore for The Design Files.

Is it just us or does Molly look EXACTLY like both her mum and dad?! Photo – Alisha Gore for The Design Files.

The family hanging out at the beach. Photo – Alisha Gore for The Design Files.

The family hanging out at the beach. Photo – Alisha Gore for The Design Files.

Molly finding bits and pieces at the beach. Photo – Alisha Gore for The Design Files.

Tessa pushing Molly on the swings at the park. Photo – Alisha Gore for The Design Files.

Tessa chasing after Molly! Photo – Alisha Gore for The Design Files.

Tessa and Molly playing at the park. Photo – Alisha Gore for The Design Files.

These two! – Alisha Gore for The Design Files.

It comes as no surprise to learn that Molly Wattle Boney, the winner of the five and under category in the TDF Kids Art Awards, comes from an exceptionally creative family. Her mum, Tessa Nuku (aka Tessa Thames), is a talented singer songwriter, and dad, Brendon Boney (aka The Magpie Swoop), is also a musician, who has worked with Bangarra Dance Theatre, Sydney Theatre Company, Belvoir St Theatre, and Ilbijerri Theatre. The pair met over 15 years ago at rehearsals for a big inter-school performance, and played music together for years in their band, Microwave Jenny. In fact, Tessa and Brendon were driving town to town on tour up until Tessa was 30 weeks pregnant with Molly!

Both Tessa and Brendon are from First Nations backgrounds, and mentor First Nations students at a nearby high school through the Solid Ground Program. They see creativity as a way of connecting to the bigger picture.

Molly has the kind of cheeky grin that will instantly make you smile back. As well as painting she loves dancing and singing, and her parents are always there to help her with whatever creative outlet she wants to pursue. We chatted with Tessa more about soon-to-be-six-year-old Molly, their creative family, and the question everyone has been asking – when and where we can buy a print of Molly’s beautiful artwork!

Hey Tessa! How did you and Brendon first meet? When was that, and what were you both like back then?

We met backstage at a ‘Schools Spectacular’ rehearsal in 2005. Back when it was held at the Sydney Entertainment Centre that had the tiny McDonald’s underneath with those plastic flap curtains to keep all the pigeons out. Brendon was living in Wagga Wagga at the time, and would fly to and from Sydney for rehearsals. I, on the other hand, was only travelling from Umina Beach. We were both ‘Featured Artists’ and definitely spent a bit of time with each other between practice, too much time maybe haha.

I’m not sure we were that different to who we are now, except I no longer carry around my Discman & Power Puff Girl CD carrier, and he no longer has dreadlocks or wears a shell necklace!

Tell us about both of your creative backgrounds.

Brendon has studied music, but I didn’t really see that as the path for me. He’s shared his experiences of getting his degree and it’s only made me more comfortable with my decision not to pursue formal education with regard to my music! We both write, compose, produce, record, tour and perform music and it’s given us opportunities to work in the commercial pop industry as well as in film, television and theatre. My mum is a visual artist and that’s been a pretty big influence on Molly.

Has Molly always been interested in art making?

I think she was probably destined to be creative. Her life started with her on tour with my husband and I from the comfort of my belly listening to mum on repeat. Painting is only one of many things that brings her joy. She also loves singing and dancing and anything that involves creating something that wasn’t there before. As soon as there is something she wants to create, whether it be a song, a dance, a brush stroked masterpiece, we are at the ready.

Are there many other artists or creatives in your families?

Too many to mention. My dad is a builder but also a bit of an inventor. He loves to sing, as did his father. My mum is a superb visual artist. She made our clothes growing up and I still get her to make me pieces today. She’s pretty good at everything really. My brother is a beautiful carver and drawer. Both my sisters could successfully give anything creative a go. But honestly that’s just my side of the family so the list most certainly could go on and on.

Do you decide on what Molly is going to paint/draw together, or does she just go for it?

Most of the time she just goes for it. Other times it’s something she has read or seen that week. Most paintings are done over a few days, so it stays stuck to the table till she says she’s done. Sometimes I’ll share my thoughts if I see that she’s stuck but 99% of the time my ideas get shut down! So basically all I do is change the dirty water and find her favourite brushes.

What kind of kid is Molly?

She would be the first to describe herself as a chatterbox. From a very young age she has loved words and learning the meanings of words. Loves to read, especially joke books. Loves being with her cousins. Not fussed on fashion. Hair’s always a mess. Loves kindy but still fondly reminisces on her preschool days, haha. Enjoys a crowd. She’s pretty switched on, gentle and hilarious.

What made you decide to give Molly the middle name ‘Wattle’?

As I mentioned previously we were still touring when I was 30 weeks pregnant. On our long drives from town to town to perform we saw A LOT of Wattle. Giant clouds of golden joy and it would always make me smile. One day it just clicked and I just said “what about Wattle?” and I remember both of us just going “Naaawww!” and that was it! We knew it was going to suit her perfectly. Molly was born in the first week of August which is when Wattle is most golden. An outstanding emblem of warmth and resilience, that’s our Molly.

How does culture inform your family’s creativity? And in what ways do you express that?

I think a big part of our culture is understanding that it’s not all about you. You’re a small part of a big picture and you use your creativity and art to help you connect and find your place in that bigger picture. That’s why you’ll find a lot of First Nations art reflects land and animals and community. We’ve traveled a lot and we try to expose ourselves and Molly to all types of cultures including the many different, diverse First Nations cultures we have right here! Molly goes to the local community hub and learns the dances, that helps her understand the stories and how things move and informs her own art. She also weaves grass and that’s helped her see how the world around can help her create.

In what ways is creative expression important to your family?

In every way, not so much because of what we have learnt in theory or technique but it’s because of who we are. Art runs generations deep in our family. Builders, master craftsman and crafts women, architects, weavers, illustrators, writers, singers, story tellers, performers – you name it. Created to be creative. I think art teaches you to have courage to fail and confidence to find success.

What lessons do you hope Molly will take from growing up surrounded by so much creativity?

That her own creativity can help her connect to the world around her. I hope she understands how it can help her learn her history, and also forge her own path. Also, that she doesn’t have to do what everyone else around her is doing to feel comfortable with herself. I hope that she understands that arts and creativity isn’t about trying to be perfect but just trying and that she knows deep down that if she wants to be in creative arts, it’s just as needed and valid a job as any other out there. Maybe even more so!

Finally – where and when can we purchase our own Molly Wattle Boney print?!

Her website will official launch July 7th. If you can’t wait that long, you can also  purchase A4 & A3 prints straight from Molly’ Instagram! All you have to do is DM her *which is me, Tessa* and we can sort it out for you.

Tessa, Brendon and Molly at their favourite local pizza place, Tropicana Social Club. Photo – Alisha Gore for The Design Files.

FAMILY FAVOURITES

Cafe or restaurant? 

For lazy dinners We love our local pizza place Tropicana Social Club and for cheeky, delicious indulgent lunches Young Barons.

Weekend away?

A weekend away is a weekend at home for us. We love living in Ettalong and we work so much away from home that spending time where we live is our favourite weekend away.

Rainy day activity?

We are big on movies so we all like to cuddle up with some popcorn and treats and pretend we are at the cinema and once the movie is done we bust out the lego and card games!

Most played song?

Anything BTS.

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A man wearing a face mask cycles through Chinatown in Yokohama, Japan, on May 8. Prime Minister Shinzo Abe announced that Japan will extend its state of emergency until the end of May.

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American citizens who were stranded in Syria due to the pandemic arrive at the Lebanese border on their way to the Beirut airport, where they would be leaving for the United States.

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During a protest in Washington on May 7, members of National Nurses United stand among empty shoes that they say represent nurses who have died from Covid-19.

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A worker helps disinfect a subway train in New York on May 6. The subway syatem was shut down for a deep-cleaning.

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High school students study in a classroom in Wuhan, China, as they returned to school on May 6.

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Michigan state police prevent protesters from entering the chamber of the Michigan House of Representatives on April 30. The protesters were unhappy with the state’s stay-at-home order. Gov. Gretchen Whitmer recently extended the order through May 15, though restrictions were relaxed so some businesses could reopen.

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Health workers at a coronavirus testing center in New Delhi attend to a colleague who fainted due to exhaustion on April 27.

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Pitrik van der Lubbe waves from a boom lift to his 88-year-old father, Henk, at his father’s nursing home in Gouda, Netherlands, on April 24. Pitrik had not seen his father in more than four weeks.

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Protesters shout slogans against Lebanese Central Bank governor Riad Salamé as they block Hamra Street in Beirut, Lebanon, on April 23. Anti-government protesters have been demonstrating in Beirut as they continue to endure one of its worst-ever economic crises.

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A boy plays hopscotch at his home in A Coruna, Spain, on April 23.

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A dentist wears protective equipment while treating a patient in Den Bosch, Netherlands, on April 22.

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Biology teachers prepare to hold an exam at a secondary school in Berlin on April 22.

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A volunteer in Yangon, Myanmar, spreads calcium oxide on a road to help prevent the spread of the coronavirus on April 22.

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Migrants wave from balconies at a hotel in Kranidi, Greece, on April 21. The shelter, which hosts 470 asylum seekers, was placed in isolation after a pregnant resident tested positive for the novel coronavirus.

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A man disinfects a ceiling lamp at the Čobanija Mosque in Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina, on April 21.

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A nurse holds a newborn baby, wearing a face shield as a protective measure, at a maternity facility in Jakarta, Indonesia, on April 21.

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Health workers at Madrid’s La Paz Hospital hold a minute of silence to remember Joaquin Diaz, the hospital’s chief of surgery who died because of the coronavirus.

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A woman applauds from the balcony of her Paris home to show support for health care workers on April 20.

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Mayor’s office workers wear protective suits as they conduct a census in a Bogota, Colombia, neighborhood on April 19. They were trying to find out how many families needed to be provided with food.

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A woman sticks her tongue out of a torn mask at a Reopen Maryland rally outside the State House in Annapolis, Maryland, on April 18. Residents in multiple states have been protesting stay-at-home orders.

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Newly married Tyler and Caryn Suiters embrace following their marriage ceremony in Arlington, Virginia, on April 18. The Rev. Andrew Merrow and his wife, Cameron, were the only other attendees at the ceremony, which was held at St. Mary’s Episcopal Church.

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Abed Khankan cuts a customer’s hair outdoors in Malmo, Sweden, on April 17.

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Two women walk to rent a small paddle boat by the Vltava River in Prague, Czech Republic, on April 17.

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Cars sit at a newly opened drive-in cinema in Dortmund, Germany, on April 17. It’s in front of a former blast furnace.

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Funeral workers in Manaus, Brazil, prepare the grave of a woman who is suspected to have died from the coronavirus.

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A member of the Don Bosco Foundation delivers food from the Fraternitas Project, which serves vulnerable families in Seville, Spain, on April 16.

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Police officers try on personal protective equipment in Amritsar, India, on April 16.

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Workers in Nairobi, Kenya, fumigate the streets and the stalls of the City Park Market on April 15.

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Novice Buddhist monks wear face shields at the Molilokayaram Educational Institute in Bangkok, Thailand, on April 15.

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Workers from the garment sector in Dhaka, Bangladesh, block a road during a protest demanding payment of unpaid wages.

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Firefighters transfer a patient from an ambulance in Montpelier, France, on April 14.

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Medical workers in Istanbul clap for 107-year-old Havahan Karadeniz as she is discharged from the hospital on April 13. She had just recovered from the coronavirus.

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A flower shop employee destroys unsold flowers in St. Petersburg, Russia, on April 13.

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A doctor in a protective chamber tests a patient for coronavirus at a walk-in kiosk in Chennai, India, on April 13.

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Musicians play their instruments for a retirement home in Karben, Germany, on April 13.

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A woman covers herself with plastic as heavy rain falls outside a New York hospital on April 13.

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People in Jerusalem attend the funeral of Eliyahu Bakshi-Doron, Israel’s former chief rabbi who died from coronavirus complications.

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A couple stands in a park along the Yangtze River in Wuhan, China.

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Priest-in-charge Angie Smith uses her phone to broadcast an Easter service from a churchyard in Hartley Wintney, England, on April 12.

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Children wave to a person dressed as the Easter Bunny during a neighborhood parade in Haverford, Pennsylvania, on April 10.

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Health workers in Leganes, Spain, cry during a memorial for a co-worker who died because of the coronavirus.

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Volunteers spray disinfectant in a favela in Rio de Janeiro on April 10.

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A health care worker holds the hand of a coronavirus patient being moved at a hospital near Barcelona, Spain, on April 9.

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Service boats spray water in London to show support for health care workers on April 9.

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Employees of Hyundai Card, a credit card company, sit behind protective screens as they eat in an office cafeteria in Seoul, South Korea, on April 9.

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People wait in their cars for the San Antonio Food Bank to begin food distribution on April 9.

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A worker disinfects a carved cross at the Salt Cathedral in Zipaquira, Colombia, on April 8.

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A cake shop employee in Athens, Greece, prepares chocolate Easter bunnies with face masks on April 8.

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Californians Sarah and Aaron Sanders, along with their children, use video conferencing to celebrate a Passover Seder with other family members on April 8.

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Cars in Wuhan line up to leave at a highway toll station.

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Rabbi Yaakov Kotlarsky places Passover Seder to-go packages into a car trunk in Arlington Heights, Illinois, on April 7.

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A man is sprayed with disinfectant prior to going to a market in Tirana, Albania, on Monday, April 6.

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Izzie, left, and Tippi wear ventilated dog masks in Philadelphia on April 6.

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Police detain a doctor in Quetta, Pakistan, who was among dozens of health care workers protesting a lack of personal protective equipment on April 6.

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A Catholic priest sprinkles holy water on devotees during Palm Sunday celebrations in Quezon City, Philippines, on Sunday, April 5.

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Paramilitary members unload provisions in Kampala, Uganda, on Saturday, April 4. It was the first day of government food distribution for people affected by the nation’s lockdown.

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A police officer wearing a coronavirus-themed outfit walks in a market in Chennai, India, to raise awareness about social distancing.

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A woman in Moscow cooks while watching Russian President Vladimir Putin address the nation over the coronavirus pandemic.

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The hashtag “stayhome” is projected onto the Matterhorn mountain that straddles Switzerland and Italy on April 1. The mountain was illuminated by Swiss artist Gerry Hofstetter, who is transforming buildings, monuments and landscapes all over the world to raise awareness during the pandemic.

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Volunteers load food bags on a truck to deliver them to low-income families in Panama City, Panama, on April 1.

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Designer Friederike Jorzig adjusts a mannequin wearing a wedding dress and a face mask at her store in Berlin on March 31.

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People pray next to the grave of musician Robson de Souza Lopes after his burial in Manaus, Brazil, on March 31. According to authorities at the Amazonas Health Secretary, the 43-year-old died after being diagnosed with the novel coronavirus.

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Chris Lyndberg hands out a free lunch to a truck driver at a rest area along Interstate 10 in Sacaton, Arizona, on March 31. The Arizona Trucking Association was giving away 500 Dilly’s Deli lunches to show its appreciation for truck drivers who have been delivering medical supplies, food and other necessities during the coronavirus pandemic.

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Farmers deliver vegetables to a customer in Saint-Georges-sur-Cher, France, on March 29.

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People listen from their homes as priests conduct Sunday mass from a church roof in Rome on March 29.

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A worker fixes partitions at a quarantine center in Guwahati, India, on March 28.

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Devices used in diagnosing the coronavirus are inspected in Cheongju, South Korea, on March 27. The devices were being prepared for testing kits at the bio-diagnostic company SD Biosensor.

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A student does homework in Bratislava, Slovakia, on March 27. Schools have been shut down across the world, and many children have been receiving their lessons online.

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A National Guard truck sprays disinfectant in Caracas, Venezuela, on March 27.

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Pope Francis prays in an empty St. Peter’s Square on March 27.

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Coffins carrying coronavirus victims are stored in a warehouse in Ponte San Pietro, Italy, on March 26. They would be transported to another area for cremation.

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Members of Iran’s Revolutionary Guard prepare to take part in disinfecting the city of Tehran on March 25.

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Lydia Hassebroek attends a ballet class from her home in New York on March 25.

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People visit the Beijing Zoo on March 25 after it reopened its outdoor exhibits to the public.

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A woman suspected of having coronavirus is helped from her home by emergency medical technicians Robert Sabia, left, and Mike Pareja, in Paterson, New Jersey, on March 24.

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People practice social distancing as they wait for takeout food at a shopping mall in Bangkok, Thailand, on March 24.

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People arrive at the South Municipal Cemetery in Madrid to attend the burial of a man who died from the coronavirus.

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Passengers arrive at Hong Kong International Airport on March 23.

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Giuseppe Corbari holds Sunday Mass in front of photographs sent in by his congregation members in Giussano, Italy, on March 22. Many religious services are being streamed online so that people can worship while still maintaining their distance from others.

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People clap from balconies to show their appreciation for health care workers in Mumbai, India.

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A woman attends a Sunday service at the Nairobi Baptist Church in Nairobi, Kenya, on March 22. The service was streamed live on the internet.

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A Syrian Red Crescent member sprays disinfectant along an alley of the historic Hamidiyah market in Damascus, Syria.

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A funeral service is held without family members in Bergamo, Italy, on March 21.

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A member of the Syrian Violet relief group disinfects tents at a camp for displaced people in Kafr Jalis, Syria, on March 21.

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A doctor examines Juan Vasquez inside a testing tent at St. Barnabas Hospital in New York on March 20.

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Medical staff wearing protective suits ride down an escalator at Moscow’s Sheremetyevo International Airport on March 18.

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A patient in a biocontainment unit is carried on a stretcher in Rome on March 17.

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A pedestrian walks a dog through a quiet street in New York on March 17.

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People gather to collect free face masks in New Delhi on March 17.

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Students at the Attarkiah Islamic School wear face masks during a ceremony in Thailand’s southern province of Narathiwat on March 17.

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People wait outside a Woolworths store in Sunbury, Australia on March 17. Australian supermarket chains announced special shopping hours for the elderly and people with disabilities so that they can shop in less crowded aisles.

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A member of Spain’s Military Emergencies Unit carries out a general disinfection at the Malaga airport on March 16.

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Displaced families near Atme, Syria, attend a workshop aimed at spreading awareness about the coronavirus.

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A police officer checks the temperatures of bus passengers at a checkpoint in Manila, Philippines, on March 16.

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Flowers are stored prior to their destruction at a flower auction in Aalsmeer, Netherlands, on March 16. Lower demand due to the coronavirus outbreak is threatening the Dutch horticultural sector, forcing the destruction of products.

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Body temperatures are scanned as people enter the Buddhist temple Wat Pho in Bangkok, Thailand, on March 13.

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Two nuns greet neighbors from their balcony in Turin, Italy, on Sunday, March 15.

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Passengers wait for their flights at Marrakesh Airport in Morocco on March 15.

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US Vice President Mike Pence takes a question during a White House briefing about the coronavirus on March 15.

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A Sea World employee sprays disinfectant in Jakarta, Indonesia, on Saturday, March 14.

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A member of the White House physician’s office takes a media member’s temperature in the White House briefing room on March 14. It was ahead of a news conference with President Donald Trump and Vice President Mike Pence.

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Reporters in Arlington, Virginia, sit approximately 4 feet apart during a briefing by Marine Corps Gen. Kenneth F. McKenzie on March 13.

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People walk past a closed Broadway theater on March 13 after New York canceled all gatherings over 500 people.

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A teacher works in an empty classroom at the Pompeu Fabra University in Barcelona, Spain.

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A woman looks at an empty bread aisle in Antwerp, Belgium, on March 13.

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Employees of the Greek Parliament wear plastic gloves ahead of the swearing-in ceremony for Greek President Katerina Sakellaropoulou.

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A motorcyclist drives through disinfectant sprayed in Jammu, India, on March 13.

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Workers prepare to construct an additional building on a hospital on the outskirts of Moscow.

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Paul Boyer, head equipment manager of the NHL’s Detroit Red Wings, wheels out equipment bags in Washington on March 12. The NHL is among the sports leagues that have suspended their seasons.

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Students leave Glacier Peak High School in Snohomish, Washington, on March 12. Beginning the following day, schools in the Snohomish school district planned to be closed through April 24.

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An Uber Eats delivery biker stands at a deserted Piazza di Spagna in Rome.

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Workers in protective suits disinfect Istanbul’s Dolmabahce Palace on March 11.

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A person wearing a face mask walks outside of a shopping mall in Beijing on March 11.

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Medical staff in Wuhan, China, celebrate after all coronavirus patients were discharged from a temporary hospital on March 9.

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Sumo wrestlers attend a tournament in Osaka, Japan, that was being held behind closed doors because of the coronavirus outbreak.

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A couple rides a bicycle at a park in Seoul, South Korea, on March 7.

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A volunteer from Blue Sky Rescue uses fumigation equipment to disinfect a residential compound in Beijing on March 5.

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Municipal workers are seen at the Kaaba, inside Mecca’s Grand Mosque. Saudi Arabia emptied Islam’s holiest site for sterilization over coronavirus fears, an unprecedented move after the kingdom suspended the year-round Umrah pilgrimage.

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Passengers react as a worker wearing a protective suit disinfects the departure area of a railway station in Hefei, China, on March 4.

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Teachers at the Nagoya International School in Japan conduct an online class for students staying at home as a precaution against the spread of coronavirus.

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Soldiers spray disinfectant throughout a shopping street in Seoul.

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A Muslim worshipper attends a mass prayer against coronavirus in Dakar, Senegal, on March 4. It was after cases were confirmed in the country.

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People wear face masks in New York’s Times Square on March 3. New York reported its first case of coronavirus two days earlier.

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A security guard stands on the Shibuya Sky observation deck in Tokyo on March 3.

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Medical staff stand outside a hospital in Daegu, South Korea, on March 1.

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Health care workers transfer a patient at the Life Care Center in Kirkland, Washington, on March 1. The long-term care facility is linked to confirmed coronavirus cases.

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British Prime Minister Boris Johnson visits a London laboratory of the Public Health England National Infection Service.

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Tomoyuki Sugano, a professional baseball player on the Yomiuri Giants, throws a pitch in an empty Tokyo Dome during a preseason game on February 29. Fans have been barred from preseason games to prevent the spread of the coronavirus.

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Commuters wearing masks make their way to work during morning rush hour at the Shinagawa train station in Tokyo on February 28.

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Medical staff transport a coronavirus patient within the Red Cross hospital in Wuhan on February 28.

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A bank clerk disinfects banknotes in China’s Sichuan province on February 26.

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A child wearing a protective face mask rides on a scooter in an empty area in Beijing.

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A Catholic devotee wears a face mask as he is sprinkled with ash during Ash Wednesday services in Paranaque, Philippines, on February 26.

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People disinfect Qom’s Masumeh shrine in Tehran, Iran, on February 25.

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A worker in Daegu stacks plastic buckets containing medical waste from coronavirus patients on February 24.

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Paramedics carry a stretcher off an ambulance in Hong Kong on February 23.

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A team of volunteers disinfects a pedestrian bridge in Bangkok, Thailand.

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A man rides his bike in Beijing on February 23.

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Hospital personnel in Codogno, Italy, carry new beds inside the hospital on February 21. The hospital is hosting some people who have been diagnosed with the novel coronavirus.

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Doctors look at a CT scan of a lung at a hospital in Xiaogan, China, on February 20.

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A medical worker rests at the isolation ward of the Red Cross hospital in Wuhan on February 16.

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Authorities watch as the Westerdam cruise ship approaches a port in Sihanoukville, Cambodia, on February 13. Despite having no confirmed cases of coronavirus on board, the Westerdam was refused port by four other Asian countries before being allowed to dock in Cambodia.

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A worker has his temperature checked on a shuttered commercial street in Beijing on February 12.

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Beds are made in the Wuhan Sports Center, which has been converted into a temporary hospital.

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A child rides a scooter past a police officer wearing protective gear outside the Hong Mei House in Hong Kong on February 11. More than 100 people evacuated the housing block after four residents in two different apartments tested positive for the coronavirus.

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A police officer, left, wears protective gear as he guards a cordon at the Hong Mei House in Hong Kong on February 11.

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Chinese President Xi Jinping has his temperature checked during an appearance in Beijing on February 10.

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People participating in a Lunar New Year Parade in New York City hold signs reading, “Wuhan stay strong!” on February 9.

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A worker wearing a protective suit uses a machine to disinfect a business establishment in Shanghai, China, on February 9.

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Workers in protective gear walk near the Diamond Princess cruise ship docked in Yokohama on February 7.

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A woman grieves while paying tribute to Li at Li’s hospital in Wuhan on February 7.

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The Anthem of the Seas cruise ship is seen docked at the Cape Liberty Cruise Port in Bayonne, New Jersey, on February 7. Passengers were to be screened for coronavirus as a precaution, an official with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention told CNN.

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A light installation is displayed by striking members of the Hospital Authority Employees Alliance and other activists at the Hospital Authority building in Hong Kong on February 7.

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Passengers are seen on the deck of the Diamond Princess cruise ship, docked at the Yokohama Port on February 7.

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Flight attendants wearing face masks make their way through Don Mueang Airport in Bangkok on February 7.

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Workers check sterile medical gloves at a latex-product manufacturer in Nanjing, China, on February 6.

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A woman wears a protective mask as she shops in a Beijing market on February 6.

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This aerial photo shows the Leishenshan Hospital that is being built in Wuhan to handle coronavirus patients.

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A passenger shows a note from the World Dream cruise ship docked at the Kai Tak cruise terminal in Hong Kong on February 5.

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A mask is seen on a statue in Beijing on February 5.

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A dog in Beijing wears a makeshift mask constructed from a paper cup.

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Striking hospital workers in Hong Kong demand the closure of the border with mainland China on February 4.

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The Diamond Princess cruise ship sits anchored in quarantine off the port of Yokohama on February 4. It arrived a day earlier with passengers feeling ill.

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A medical worker wearing protective gear waits to take the temperature of people entering Princess Margaret Hospital in Hong Kong on February 4.

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Medical workers in protective suits help transfer patients to a newly completed field hospital in Wuhan.

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People wearing protective overalls talk outside a Wuhan hotel housing people in isolation on February 3.

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A man stands in front of TV screens broadcasting a speech by Hong Kong Chief Executive Carrie Lam on February 3. Lam said the city would shut almost all border-control points to the mainland.

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A colleague sprays disinfectant on a doctor in Wuhan on February 3.

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Medical workers move a coronavirus patient into an isolation ward at the Second People’s Hospital in Fuyang, China, on February 1.

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Children wear plastic bottles as makeshift masks while waiting to check in to a flight at the Beijing Capital Airport on January 30.

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Passengers in Hong Kong wear protective masks as they wait to board a train at Lo Wu Station, near the mainland border, on January 30.

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'I’m hungry to start the work': Bill Shorten's five-year journey has just weeks left to run

Normal text sizeLarger text sizeVery large text size Bill Shorten stands on a metal stairway in Australias biggest brewery and tries to convince the assembled workers that the coming election will not be an empty exercise. Whatever you do, you get a politician at the end of it, he concedes, drawing a few smiles from the crowd, but his speech is heavy with warnings about the importance of every ballot paper. How you vote has a direct effect on the laws and conditions you get at work, he says. There is a connection. If you think that everythings going up in Australia but the wages, your vote can change that. If you want to see energy bills get under control, your vote can change that. Shorten worries in private about the apathy among voters who have seen six prime ministers over a dozen years. Here, in front of about 100 workers at the Lion brewery in western Sydney, he is trying to give meaning to the election to be fought on May 11 or May 18. He seems to feel his greatest challenge is to persuade Australians that it matters.

Labor leader Bill Shorten has served two terms as Opposition Leader. Credit:Alex Ellinghausen Shorten projects his voice over the conveyor belts and palletisers. He tells the workers he wants Australia to be a manufacturing nation. He knows their salaries and conditions are good but he says they may have family members in retail and hospitality where the penalty rates have been cut. He talks about Medicare, hospitals, schools, restoring penalty rates and lifting the minimum wage. He promises to force companies to hire more apprentices. The applause is polite but not effusive. Everyone can see the television cameras. They know this is merely a warm-up for the election campaign. A few want to take a selfie with the candidate, but there is none of the manic energy of the 2007 campaign, when Kevin Rudd shocked his own side with his popularity. The wariness in the audience is given voice when Shorten takes questions. One worker asks about negative gearing and gets an assurance that Labors tax increase will allow anyone with an existing rental property to keep claiming a concession. When the public questions are over, someone asks Shorten whether she can trust Labor to stop asylum seekers coming by boat. He assures her she can, but she is not convinced. An older man asks him to do more to help grandparents who have to take custody of their grandchildren but do not get as much support as foster parents. Shorten asks for the mans details so his office can respond in more detail. Advertisement There is no doubt Shorten is match fit for the election. Five-and-a-half years after he became Opposition Leader, he is tantalisingly close to becoming prime minister. To stumble now would be to lose the unloseable election, a spectre so grim he will not rest until polling day. Im hungry to start the work, he tells The Sunday Age and The Sun-Herald. Shorten has a long list of what he wants to achieve in government to deliver real progress in peoples lives. Fifteen years of education. That means genuine, universal access to preschool, he says, reeling off the first item on the list as we travel from Sydneys west to Sydney Airport.

Bill Shorten poses for a selfie during a marginal seat visit in Melbourne.Credit:AAP Weve got to tackle the challenge of dementia and aged care, weve got to help people deal with it better. In the big health fights that people have in their life, weve got to make sure they dont feel financial burden on top of the health challenge. I really want any kid from any postcode in Australia to get all the options TAFE or university, whatever dream they want to pursue. I want merit and how hard you work to be the passport, not how rich your parents are. Theres more. Advertisement Weve really got to be one of the best countries in the world at so much, he says. Why shouldnt we be the best at healthcare and education, why shouldnt we be the best at climate change? We should be an energy superpower. We should have a more independent foreign policy. We should close the gap with the first Australians. Its all about opportunity and fairness. I want every Australian to have opportunity and every Australian to receive fairness. And theyll do the rest. Loading Stone by stone, Shorten and his team have added so many promises they now have a mountain to climb if they win power. They vow to restore penalty rates, change the law to raise the minimum wage, hold a plebiscite on a republic, raise $32.1 billion over a decade from changes to negative gearing and raise $56 billion from changes to tax refunds on dividend imputation. Not least, they promise to spend billions of dollars on energy projects while cutting greenhouse gas emissions by 45 per cent by 2030, in a Parliament that has swung wildly on climate change over two decades. Shorten will not admit he is promising too much. He plays down the risk of a traffic jam in Parliament for his crowded agenda. Well just keep advancing. You can get things done if you want to, he says. As proof, he nominates the National Disability Insurance Scheme, an idea he backed in his earliest days on the Rudd frontbench. Advertisement Rudd, of course, took power in 2007 with a wish-list so long he had to launch dozens of reviews rather than taking immediate action. Shorten insists he can avoid that. Youve got to go in with a clear agenda, Shorten says. And were outlining it. Love us or hate us or be somewhere in between, you cant say were not working out the issues now. We havent been an opposition whos coasted on the mistakes of the government. The government clings to the hope that voters do not like Shorten, given polling that shows more voters disapprove of his performance than approve of it. While voters do not crowd around him when he walks down the main street of Burwood in the electorate of Reid a short time after the brewery visit, there is no sign of hostility. Shorten approaches workers and shoppers outside the Westfield on Burwood Road, striking up conversations and introducing them to the Labor candidate, Sam Crosby. One of the pedestrians, Hana Shahim, asks for a photo with him. Ive always voted Labor, she says. Nobody offers a stronger endorsement.

Bill and Chloe Shorten.Credit:Paul Jeffers The campaign will change this dynamic. The media pack will be bigger, the pressure on Shorten will be higher and the risk of encountering an unhappy voter will be greater. One other difference will be the presence of Chloe Shorten. While Chloe has many other calls on her time, not least family in Melbourne, Labor is hoping to have her on the campaign as often as possible, in the belief that Australians warm to her and Shorten himself campaigns better with her. Advertisement Shortens friends believe he is a stronger campaigner than Prime Minister Scott Morrison and will emerge triumphant in a matter of weeks. With a solid Labor campaign, they say, he might achieve a swing of more than a dozen seats. Helped by a bad Coalition campaign, the swing might reach 20. There are no such boasts from Shorten himself. He is careful not to look like he is taking the result for granted, even though he thinks the Coalition has become a tribe of warring clans that are incapable of running a government. His team assumes the government will rely more heavily on scare campaigns and negative advertising when the election is underway in earnest. Shorten knows how a scare campaign works. He wounded Malcolm Turnbull at the last election with the false claim that the government was privatising Medicare and will revive the health funding message at the election to come. He insists, however, that he wants to give Australians something to vote for, not just vote against. He takes this message to the Holmesglen campus in Melbourne, where he tells students he would put more money into TAFE and increase the cost of visas for skilled foreign workers.

Bill Shorten, flanked by two Labor candidates, speaks to students and teachers at Holmesglen TAFE. Credit:Erik Anderson The message about foreign workers causes unease in the crowd, given some of the students are from overseas and pay fees for their training in the hope of becoming permanent residents one day, but Shorten makes no apology for putting a priority on locals. His pledge to increase the number of apprenticeships is central to his policy platform. As in Sydney one day earlier, Shorten uses his Melbourne visit to try to motivate his audience to vote for change. Again, apathy is the enemy. Whether he is talking about wages or healthcare, he ends his sentences with three words: Your vote matters. Advertisement The fact that Shorten visits Holmesglen with two Labor candidates, Jennifer Yang in the seat of Chisholm and Fiona McLeod in Higgins, is testament to his confidence. Winning Chisholm from the Liberals is a reasonable prospect but taking Higgins would be unthinkable at any other election. Shorten believes he has been tested by his time as Opposition Leader and can be a better prime minister because of it. The contrast with Morrison and Turnbull, both elevated to the leadership from within government rather than winning an election first, is central to the way he sees himself. It is also a big reason why he believes he is ready for the campaign and the work that would come after an election victory. Ive learnt a lot, he says. In opposition thereve been some terrible days and thereve been some good days. The governments run out of steam. Thats a charitable interpretation. I think the nations looking at us to see if were stable, theyre looking to us to give them three years of continuity in government, with no surprises. No surprises? It is an impossible promise, but Shorten is nothing if not confident. And he says he is more than ready. Ive been practising for this for five and a half years. David Crowe is Chief Political Correspondent of the Sydney Morning Herald and The Age. Most Viewed in Politics Loading https://www.smh.com.au/politics/federal/i-m-hungry-to-start-the-work-bill-shorten-s-five-year-journey-has-just-weeks-left-to-run-20190329-p5192d.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

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Kogarah Child Care

There are many preschools and kindergartens in Kogarah, but which is the best one for your child? Read on for our review of  My Best Me. You can also check out childcare availability in other suburbs to find out what's available near you. We looked at the availability for children under one year, two years, and three years, and found that the average is 0.3 days.

My Best Me

My Best Me, Kids Learning Academy, believe that all children have the potential to be extraordinary. Our Main focus on developing emotionally, physically and socially confident kids. We create an educational environment that develops the “whole” child so they can move from good to better to their best self.

Bright Beginnings Kogarah Preschool

Bright Beginnings Kogarah is a licensed preschool in the suburb of Glendenning. They offer a variety of extracurricular activities for children, such as soccer, basketball, and netball. You can also enroll your child in yoga or fitness classes. Bright Beginnings Kogarah also offers yoga classes, so you can relax and stay in shape. If you are looking for a preschool that offers yoga and other extracurricular activities for kids, look no further than Bright Beginnings Kogarah.

This non-profit centre was established in 1992 and offers play-based education to children aged six weeks to five years. Bayside Kindergarten and Childcare receives funding from the Queensland Government. The Kogarah and Rockdale town centres are located 14 kilometres south of Sydney CBD. They are close to Port Botany and Sydney Airport. Bright Beginnings Kogarah preschool is an ideal place for children to start learning about the world around them.

Ocean Street Kindergarten

If you're looking for child care in Kogarah, NSW, look no further than the Ocean Street Kindergarten. This childcare facility is located at 62 Ocean St, Kogarah, NSW 2217 and is licensed to provide Centre-Based Care for up to 29 children. Listed as a member of Childcare Provided Australia, this business has a Classic Listing. This listing features the business' photo and full details, so parents can make an informed decision.

This childcare centre does not appear to have any available vacancies at the moment, but you can always contact the childcare concierge to find a suitable option. Childcare ratings are based on the National Quality Framework, an agreement between Australian governments that aims to improve educational outcomes for children. Childcare services undergo reassessment every two to three years, so that the rating is accurate. Listed below are the ratings for Kogarah Child Care Ocean Street Kindergarten.

Kogarah Child Care Centre

Parents often ask, "What are the best places in Kogarah for my child?" The answer depends on your individual needs. While day care Kogarah is designed to keep a child occupied while you go to work, you may also want to consider home child minding. Depending on the age and temperament of your child, day care Kogarah can be anything from a family member minding the kids to a fully staffed centre.

The average price per child care place at the Ku - St George Bank Child Care Centre is $95 a day, while the average cost is $104. The National Quality Framework (NQF) ratings are based on the outcomes of children who attend the centre. In Kogarah, the NQF requires care services to meet the standards. Each centre is reassessed every two to three years. To learn more about the rating of a Kogarah child care centre, read on!

At My Best Me, we believe early childhood years are the most vital in a person’s life as it sets the foundation for lifelong learning, behaviour, and wellbeing. Therefore, we are committed to providing quality early learning that helps us ensure each child’s best start to life and empower them to be the best versions of themselves.

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How ready are university students for the tasks of the future?

University of Sydney aeronautical engineering student Caroline Hamilton Smith loves measuring rocket trajectories.

It was a similar challenge three African American female mathematicians who worked at NASA faced when they helped bring astronaut John Glenn back into orbit. The Hollywood movie Hidden Figures depicts the true story, which involved using a mathematical theorem known as a Euler equation.

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Women in engineering

Aerospace engineering student Caroline Hamilton Smith says promotion in schools will lead to a greater awareness of engineering courses at uni.

"I did a subject about the rocket equation – it was absolutely amazing," Ms Hamilton Smith said.

"The whole idea of making something go that fast is exciting.

Caroline Hamilton Smith at the University of Sydney school of aeronautical engineering. Photo: Peter Rae

"I am attracted to things that involve lots of maths."

The 21-year-old who hopes to one day become an astronaut recently shared her passion for rocket science with female high school students in a bid to get them more interested in studying science-related subjects at university.

A new national survey of 14,000 graduates from 38 universities found 9 per cent of female students wanted to enter STEM careers compared to 28 per cent of males.

When Ms Hamilton Smith asked year 9 students at a Sydney girls school if they had thought of studying engineering and in particular, aerospace engineering, many had told her they had not considered it as a career option.

"The wannabe astronaut came out in me when I taught space exploration to the students at Monte St Angelos," she said.

"I did the trajectory with them and simplified it to point they could understand it."

While Ms Hamilton Smith has her sights set on designing aircraft, cars and working with rockets, a new survey has found females still lag behind males when it comes to pursuing science as a career.

A report by the Regional Australia Institute and NBN also last year found that one in two Australians will need skills in programming, software development and building digital technology to remain competitive in 2030. It found today's preschoolers will need a mix of computer technology and "soft" communication and creative skills to find their place in the jobs market.

Graduate careers publishing company GradAustralia has released the results of a survey of 14,086 students from 38 universities around the country which also found that more than half of students surveyed felt their courses failed to properly prepare them for the job market.

Martin Smith, director of graduate career development and employability at the University of Wollongong, said universities were striving to create "real-world experiences for their students".

"Students and their families and the community in general are interested in the return on investment on their higher education studies.

"We are seeing better resourced university career services, more innovative ways for students to get practical work experience. And we are getting better at engaging with our industry partners.

"But as enrolments increase at all universities it is becoming increasingly difficult to provide those workplace experiences, so we are seeing group-based projects and activities."

He said greater analysis of the GradAustralia data was needed to determine the proportion of students in generalist arts and science degrees who said they were not properly prepared for the workforce.

"Traditionally the data shows us that people in those kinds of degrees will go on to do further study at honours or post-graduate level to move into research and other career paths," Mr Smith said.

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The Walt Disney Company Honors Our Planet and Inspires Action Through Earth Day Content from Across its Portfolio of Brands

Wednesday, April 22, marks the 50th anniversary of Earth Day, which has become the world’s largest civic event and inspires more than a billion people each year to protect and honor our planet in a variety of ways. Earth Day 2020 comes at a time of great uncertainty for people across the globe, and while it may not be possible to be outside and join friends and neighbors in planting trees or cleaning up public spaces, The Walt Disney Company’s portfolio of brands is sharing a wide range of content across linear and digital platforms that shines a light on the wonder and beauty of our planet and inspires hope for its future.

From thoughtful and inspiring specials and environmentally themed TV episodes to engaging social media activations, here are some of the ways that Disney is bringing Earth Day programming to audiences, wherever they may be this year:

NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC

Officially one year into joining the Disney family, National Geographic is celebrating Earth Day by inviting audiences to be inspired by the planet and to tap into their inner explorers. The 132-year-old brand is bringing the wonder of the wild world directly to homes across its educational, storytelling and media platforms.

To kick off its “Let the Planet Inspire You” programming, on April 18, Nat Geo is inviting families to participate in an Earth Day Neighborhood Safari, as a way of staying connected with both nature and each other (at a safe distance). Families can design their own “safari stop” with the resources available on the new one-stop family resource site NatGeo@Home, complete with lessons from Disney Animation, Pixar and Marvel on how to draw favorite safari animals and encourage friends and neighbors to do the same. NatGeo will create a feed of “safari art” to help bring together neighborhoods all over the world during this moment of isolation.

In addition to the safari, the entire NatGeo@Home site will feature inspiring content for families to celebrate the planet from home from April 20–22 in honor of Earth Day. From engaging animal videos and DIY projects to help the planet, to daily live talks from National Geographic Explorers, National Geographic has set up a virtual base camp to keep the spirit of exploration and adventure strong for kids and families at home.

Across its television networks, National Geographic, Nat Geo WILD and Nat Geo MUNDO are devoting the entire day to Earth Day with a special marathon of inspirational natural history programming, leading into two primetime global, emotionally evocative specials, Born Wild: The Next Generation and Jane Goodall: The Hope.

Beginning at 8 p.m. ET/7 p.m. CT, Good Morning America co-anchor and Disney Legend Robin Roberts will host Born Wild: The Next Generation, produced in tandem with ABC News. The one-hour special features National Geographic Explorers and photographers, actor Chris Hemsworth and leading ABC News anchors and correspondents presenting stories of hope, while taking viewers on a journey into the most fascinating, breathtaking environments around the world. The special will premiere in the U.S. on National Geographic, Nat Geo WILD and Disney Channel.

Immediately following, at 9 p.m. ET/8 p.m. CT, the two-hour documentary special Jane Goodall: The Hope will debut on National Geographic and Nat Geo WILD and will be available for streaming on Disney+ and Hulu that same night. The sweeping film highlights Dr. Goodall’s four-decade legacy, having transformed environmentalism, nonhuman animal welfare and conservation through her innovative approaches—and becoming a worldwide icon.

National Geographic’s Earth Day lineup will also include the global premiere of Photo Ark: Rarest Creatures, which follows photographer Joel Sartore on his quest to photograph the rarest animals on the planet. Photo Ark: Rarest Creatures will debut on both National Geographic Channel and on Nat Geo WILD at 4 p.m. ET/3 p.m. CT.

On Nat Geo’s relaunched Instagram account, Nat Geo in the Field, viewers can find an unfiltered work from Nat Geo photographers such as Joel Sartore on assignment. Across @NatGeo’s other popular social media platforms, Nat Geo Photographers like those featured in the Born Wild special are offering a direct window into the wider world and its inhabitants. Followers are encouraged to check back throughout Earth Week for Facebook and Instagram Lives with some of Nat Geo’s renowned Explorers.

Finally, beginning on April 18, NatGeo.com will spotlight the stories that give us hope for our planet, delving into features from the special Earth Day issue of National Geographic magazine. Marking Nat Geo’s first-ever flip issue, the April installment features two mini-magazines that share starkly different visions of 2070. During a global public health emergency, the issue makes it abundantly clear that life on Earth is both fragile and deeply interconnected and offers hope for addressing our environmental issues that have human stakes. Explore how human commitment, technology and innovation can help us save our planet at NatGeo.com/EarthDay.

DISNEY PARKS, EXPERIENCES AND PRODUCTS

For Earth Month 2020, Disney Parks, Experiences and Products is encouraging people around the world to look to nature for hope and inspiration during these unprecedented times. Throughout April, they are sharing the Magic of Nature on the Disney Parks Blog to unify Disney fans and animal lovers, and inspire environmental stewards to celebrate and draw magic from the incredible world around us. Be sure to check back during Earth Week for exciting animal conservation and nature-inspired content from our teams around the globe, and use #DisneyMagicofNature to join the conversation.

Additionally, Dr. Mark Penning, vice president, Animals, Science and Environment for Disney Parks, is connecting with audiences through a new series on Instagram, #AskDrMark, where Penning and his team of experts will answer questions from followers regarding wildlife and the environment. You can also hear Dr. Mark on the latest episode of D23: The Official Disney Fan Club’s podcast, D23 Inside Disney, where he discusses animals in Disney Parks and how people can celebrate Earth Day in their own backyards.

DISNEY CONSERVATION FUND

In addition to Earth Day’s 50th anniversary, April 22 also marks the 25th anniversary of the Disney Conservation Fund (DCF), which supports organizations working around the world to save wildlife, inspire action and protect the planet. In honor of this milestone anniversary, DCF is launching a digital, photo-driven “coffee table” book that celebrates the organization’s conservation legacy. People everywhere are also invited to discover the accomplishments of DCF grantees and Conservation Heroes through stories “from the field,” which will be shared on DCF’s Instagram.

DIRECT-TO-CONSUMER AND INTERNATIONAL

Disney+ will highlight DCF’s milestone anniversary in one of two Earth Month-themed segments of the Disney+ original series Disney Insider. In an installment that debuted on April 10, “Saving an Endangered Species” follows veteran Disneynature producer and animator Roy Conli on a visit to Disney’s Animal Kingdom for a research and development trip. In “The Heroes We Deserve,” premiering on April 24 in celebration of DCF’s 25th anniversary, the series spotlights Conservation Hero Johanna Turner and the work she is doing to safeguard natural resources and protect species on the brink of extinction.

On April 3, the streaming service launched an Earth Day-themed collection of documentaries, series and films from National Geographic and Disneynature that includes three features from Disneynature making their Disney+ debut: Elephant, narrated by Meghan, The Duchess of Sussex; Dolphin Reef, narrated by Academy Award®-winning actress Natalie Portman; and Penguins, which was released theatrically in 2019 and is narrated by actor Ed Helms. The acclaimed documentary Before the Flood, docuseries One Strange Rock and the landmark series Great Migrations are among the National Geographic titles also featured in Disney+’s special collection.

At Hulu, a special Earth Day collection will take over the platform’s homepage beginning on April 18, spotlighting titles such as National Geographic Documentary Films’ 2017 award-winning Jane, the Hulu Original Endlings and the ABC News documentary Guardians of the Amazon.

WALT DISNEY TELEVISION

Kids and families will be able to experience a comprehensive lineup of Earth Day-themed content across Disney Channel platforms, including Disney Channel, Disney Junior, Disney XD and DisneyNOW.

Disney Channel will air a series of Earth Day interstitials that were produced in collaboration with National Geographic and filmed last month on location at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park at Walt Disney World Resort. In the videos, hosts Christian J. Simon and Ava Kolker (Sydney to the Max) take viewers on a fun and educational adventure where they encounter animals such as elephants, tigers and gorillas and learn about the importance of protecting wildlife. On April 22, in addition to airing National Geographic’s Born Wild: The Next Generation, the network’s full day of Earth Day programming will include the Disneynature films Monkey Kingdom and Penguins, as well as environmentally themed episodes of hit series BUNK’D, Big City Greens, Coop and Cami Ask the World, Raven’s Home and Sydney to the Max.

For the youngest viewers, Disney Junior will spotlight themed episodes of its popular series Mira, Royal Detective; Mickey Mouse Mixed-Up Adventures; T.O.T.S.; Muppet Babies and Puppy Dog Pals. Additionally, the platform will feature on-air messages designed to introduce preschoolers to the Earth Day themes of taking care of animals and the world around them. Disney XD will offer viewers a full-day marathon of the animated series Amphibia, beginning at 9 a.m. EDT, followed by a presentation of the acclaimed Disneynature film Born in China at 3 p.m. EDT. Kids and families can also visit the DisneyNOW app for a dedicated Earth Day Collection and a 10-minute extended version of the Disney’s Animal Kingdom interstitials.

Disney Channel’s Earth Month content extends to Instagram, where Disney Channel’s Instagram Story will feature an Earth Day takeover with interactive content inviting fans to vote on which parts of Ava Kolker and Christian J. Simon’s pre-recorded Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park adventure are posted next throughout the day. Fans will also learn the quick and easy ways ZOMBIES 2 stars Chandler Kinney and Trevor Tordjman are reducing their own ecological footprints.

Disney Television Animation (@DisneyTVA) will present an Amphibia IGTV episode highlighting fun facts about amphibians and their importance to their respective ecosystems.

Several of ABC’s scripted primetime series are incorporating Earth Day into episodes airing in April. The event was integrated in episodes of mixed-ish and American Housewife on April 14 and 15, respectively, and on April 22 will be featured in episodes of The Goldbergs (8 p.m. ET) and Schooled (8:30 p.m. ET).

Leading up to Earth Day, on Tuesday, April 21, FX will present an Earth Day-themed movie marathon beginning at 9:30 a.m. ET (and concluding on April 22 at 2 a.m. ET). Also on April 21, FXX is airing eco-themed episodes of The Simpsons from 6–9 p.m. ET.

Freeform will commemorate Earth Day by screening themed episodes of The Simpsons, as well as family films that highlight animals and the environment, including Ice Age, Dr. Seuss’ The Lorax and Disney’s The Jungle Book (2016).

MORE EXCLUSIVE EARTH DAY-THEMED CONTENT

Beginning Monday, April 20, through Friday, April 24, D23: The Official Disney Fan Club will connect fans with engaging Earth Day-themed activities and content that takes inspiration from across the many worlds of Disney. From recipes for plant-based dishes from Disney parks and behind-the-scenes details from Disneynature’s Dolphin Reef, to an archival look at Disney’s True Life Adventures, fans are encouraged to visit D23.com all week long to learn more ways to observe Earth Day from the safety and comfort of home.

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3. How easy was it to find the information you were looking for? Jump up ^ Burch, Mary R; Duane Pickel (1990). “A toast to Most: Konrad Most, a 1910 pioneer in animal training”. Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis. 23 (2): 263–4. doi:10.1901/jaba.1990.23-263. PMC 1286234 . PMID 16795731. Email : ecdt@optusnet.com.au This class lays the foundations for more advanced training by teaching your dog to focus on you. Your dog also learns to sit and drop and respond to their name. It sounds simple, but these form a strong foundation and help you understand your dog and how they learn. Accessories In 1935, the American Kennel Club began obedience trials, and in the following years popular magazines raised public awareness of the benefits of having a trained pet dog, and of the recreational possibilities of dog training as a hobby.[17] After WWII, the increasing complexities of suburban living demanded that for a pet dog’s own protection and its owner’s convenience, the dog should be obedient. William Koehler had served as principal trainer at the War Dog Training Center, in California, and after the war became chief trainer for the Orange Empire Dog Club—at the time, the largest dog club in the United States—instructor for a number of breed clubs, and a dog trainer for the Walt Disney Studios.[18] In 1962 Koehler published The Koehler Method of Dog Training, in which he is highly critical of what he calls “tid-bit training techniques” based in “the prattle of ‘dog psychologists'”.[17] Amongst the training innovations attributed to Koehler is the use of a long line in conjunction with a complete absence of oral communication as a way of instilling attentiveness prior to any leash training. Koehler insisted that participants in his training classes used “emphatic corrections”, including leash jerks and throw chains, explaining that tentative, nagging corrections were cruel in that they caused emotional disturbance to the dog.[19] Vicki Hearne, a disciple of Koehler’s, commented on the widespread criticism of his corrections, with the explanation that it was the emotionally loaded language used in the book that led to a number of court cases, and to the book being banned in Arizona for a time.[20] Despite the controversy, his basic method forms the core of many contemporary training systems.[21] Animal, species, breed, name Filter Media Mary Parker Working Dogs Owning a Pet Press Releases Choke collar (slip collar or check collar) Cost: $110.00 A career in veterinary nursing Main Menu Contact details for Council · 4 February 2018 Dog health Perches On leash areas KID 5: If they get scared or in a frightful situation or if they’re overwhelmed, you work with those areas particularly around their ears. You can also work their little paws as well, that seems to calm them down. Arrive 10 minutes before class Defining Your Own Path as a Trainer w/ Kacie Gauld Entertainment Books – – – – – Support Courses – – – – – A Perfect Spot Dog Training The Guard Dog Training Centre welcomes National and International group bookings, buses welcome. Click to view the recent Japanese Visitors Photo Gallery. Pre-requisites When I read the reviews about often only taking one session, I was a bit skeptical…. Pet Park at Chestnut Reserve Golden Grove Eeshika : Products AAR Great Deals & Payment options Add a listing We are available in Brisbane, Gold Coast, Byron Bay, Sunshine Coast, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns and Adelaide, and offer after-hours and weekend sessions at no extra charge. This way you can involve your whole family at a time that suits you. Located on the outskirts of Sydney, Australia, the Guard Dog Training Centre has been established for over 30 years. The Guard Dog Training Centre has an international reputation for excellence in training dogs. Jump up ^ Pryor 1984, p. ix. 25 Sep 2017 3:32:27am Step 1. Helping at a shelter Dog Age Calculator Related changes Tracking Training Group classes are a great way to teach your dog manners, basic obedience and how to respond to commands. They give you an opportunity to learn how to handle your dog in an environment that you need the most control, around other people and other dogs. Classes are offered at several locations throughout the Brisbane area. 28 Aug 2017 9:33:03am Agriculture Well trained dogs go more places, more often. Our dogs live in a rich and diverse society, and need to be able to cope with changes easily.  Dogs Victoria Fundraising Reserves with playgrounds 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 Goodog Positive reinforcement dog and puppy training Toggle navigation The use of punishment in dog training is an ongoing debate among a … Like us on Facebook We liked this BTN story because the people were kind enough to train the puppies help the blind and deaf people. How can you teach a puppy to signal that it needs to go out to eliminate? ©2015 City of Tea Tree Gully Ownership Dog Training home It is not compulsory to attend Orientation prior to Puppy Preschool or Undergrad Puppy classes but highly recommended. Positions vacant a written or oral examination on the theory of dog training Lee Cornelius 07 Sep 2017 9:49:30am Become a member Rally’O Training Worm Treatments Note: RSPCA South Australia does not officially endorse this list. Small Dogs Live Large! Lizard Purely positive or motivational training employs the use of rewards to reinforce good behavior, and ignores all bad behavior.[58] It is based in Thorndike’s Law of Effect, which says that actions that produce rewards tend to increase in frequency and actions that do not produce rewards decrease in frequency.[59] GameChanger® We can provide you with your own personal private consult. I would just like to say that I was not looking forward to completing this but found that Blue Dog Training made it almost enjoyable – well done to you, your website was easy to use, understand and informative – I shall be recommending your company in the future.  – Karen Cera At 2-3 months of age, a puppy does not have reliable control of their bladder. You can begin housebreaking them from the moment you bring them home but practising patience will make this transition easier. Use positive reinforcement when your puppy shows successful signs of housebreaking and consistently return them to the appropriate place when they make a mistake. Establishing the right patterns means your puppy will be housebroken as soon as they master the control of their bladder. Locations Tidy Cats Become a puppy class instructor. Heartworms and Worms Email: info@positiveresponse.net.au Big or Small Friendly towards people Rabbit & Guinea Pig Food Last night was the first night that Bear hasn’t demanded us to play and wrestle and was happy to lay quietly on his bed while we were relaxing. Pet Boarding Feedback On Our Courses Dog Training Cairns Certificate III In Engineering – Maintenance – Fitting and/or Turning Schools and community Issues Soi Dog Foundation Stage 4 Pathology Services Olivia :

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