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Royal Melbourne Show. Josh Carey and his niece Olivia Kolaitis, 7, load up with showbags. Picture: Jake Nowakowski

Why the Royal Melbourne Show is a must-see

WITH just a few days left of the 2018 Royal Melbourne Show there’s still lots to see and do. Here’s what’s on.

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Kid-friendly cafes in Melbourne’s north

FROM Brunswick to Broadmeadows, Coburg to Yarrambat, here are 27 child-approved brunch spots in the north to take your little ones to this Queen’s Birthday long weekend.

MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - SEPTEMBER 22: Fans at Federation Square in Melbourne Watch the AFL Preliminary Final Between the West Coast Eagles and the Melbourne Demons at Federation Square on September 22, 2018 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Daniel Pockett/Getty Images)

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What’s open on AFL Grand Final public holiday

IT’S the Grand Final eve public holiday . Here’s everything you need to know about what is open and what services are running, from shopping centres and supermarkets to public transport.

AFL - GRAND FINAL PARADE Melbourne. Pictue Sarah Reed

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AFL Grand Final parade guide

Thousands of footy fans are expected to turnout to the streets of Melbourne for the AFL Grand Final Parade. So you don’t miss out on seeing your favourite footy stars, we have your go to guide.

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Our best petting farms for summer holidays

THERE are just weeks to go before summer holidays end, and Victoria’s petting farms are a great place to rid the kids of cabin fever. Here’s where you can cuddle a mini donkey and milk a cow.

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9 yr old Ripponlea Primary School student, Dylan Manasseh, has won the 2015 Andy Griffiths/ Dymocks story writing competition, with his short story ÒMr KoalaÕs Wonderful Treehouse.Ó The annual competition is open to primary school aged children nationally.

How to encourage kids to love reading

A LITERACY expert has revealed the best way to encourage kids to develop a love of reading as the summer’s must-read books for kids under 10 were unveiled.

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Two kids, boy brothers, fighting in garden, summertime rainy day

How to tackle warring kids these holidays

IF squabbling children have turned your house into a war zone these school holidays, you’re not alone, but parenting experts say sibling rivalry is natural.

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Time for a treat at the children’s theatre

A VISIT to the theatre has become as much a part of children’s summer holidays as Santa and sandcastles — and young audiences are enjoying a richer array of shows than ever. Here’s what’s on over the holiday season.

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Aussie parents can expect to spend around $300 entertaining their kids and almost $100 entertaining their kidsÕ friends over the summer break, according to new research. Parents are estimated to suggest close to 100 activities over the entire school holiday period to their children. Tanya Smith (36) with her primary school aged kids Jacob (7) and Nathan (6), opts for free activities including trips to the park, beach and into town to keep her kids busy and entertained. Picture: Sarah Matray

How much you’re spending during summer holidays

AUSSIE parents can expect to spend close to $400 entertaining their offspring over the summer break — but most children still get bored during school holidays, new research shows.

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How to keep the kids busy over summer

TRYING to keep the kids entertained for weeks in the summer holidays can be difficult. Try these activities to keep the kids occupied and happy, writes Mikey Cahill.

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(L-R) Maya, 6 and Macy Rundle, 4 at Wombat Bend Playspace, Duncan St, Templestowe Lower. Photo taken on the ins of January, 2016. Picture: Christopher Chan

Best 23 playgrounds in Melbourne

KIDS’ got cabin fever? Getting on your nerves? Then get them out of the house. Here’s our guide to the 23 best parks and playgrounds in Melbourne to tire them out these school holidays.

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