Post Office Box 1495
Werribee Plaza VIC 3030
Phone 03 9539 1147
newsletter@wyndhamtwinsplus.org.au
www.wyndhamtwinsplus.org.au
Reg No A0021143G
Affiliated with the Australian Multiple Birth Association
A national organisation supporting families of multiples.
Wyndham Wemindas
July 2012
ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP
Don’t forget that membership fees
are now overdue.
If you haven’t renewed your membership please
get in touch with one of our committee
members to organise payment – we need your
support to keep the club going!!
Inside this Issue:
Dates for your Diary:
From the Editor
Mattel Toy Sale Fundraiser
Garage Sale
Dates to Remember
Recipe of the month!
Special tips & ideas
What’s on in Wyndham!
Birthdays
July 2012
 2nd July
Under Ones Mum’s Group
 11th July Committee meeting at Kate B’s
 18th July Hey Dee Ho
 26th July New Mums info night
WTP Committee 2012/13
Executive Committee Roles
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President
Vice President
Secretary
Treasurer
Membership Secretary &
Birthday Card Coordinator
 Newsletter Editor
 Contact Parent & Support
Pack Coordinator
Jennifer Pitts
Michelle McDonald
Kate Bullock
Heidi Turner
0409 353 754 president@wyndhamtwinsplus.org.au
-------- Position Available -------03 9748 8057 secretary@wyndhamtwinsplus.org.au
0403 233 522 treasurer@wyndhamtwinsplus.org.au
03 9731 1030 membership@wyndhamtwinsplus.org.au
Kate Bullock
Kate Thomas
0403 233 522
0457 500 883
newsletter@wyndhamtwinsplus.org.au
contactparent@wyndhamtwinsplus.org.au
Supportive Committee Roles
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Fundraising Coordinator
Public Officer
AMBA Branch Delegate
Webpage Manager
Chat ‘n Play/Events
Coordinator
HOM Adviser
Librarian
Garage Sale Coordinator
General Members
Nicole Morgan
Neil Gesslein
Noelene Schaeche
Joan Tregilgas
Rebekah Topic
Cheryl Taylor
Natalie Gesslein
Kris Reilly
Pamela Connors
03 8386 9762 fundraising@wyndhamtwinsplus.org.au
-------- Combined into Secretary’s Role --------------- Combined into President’s Role -------03 9748 3002 webmaster@wyndhamtwinsplus.org.au
-------- Position Available --------------- Position Available -------0404 029 791 nsch2005@gmail.com
03 9748 0393 garagesale@wyndhamtwinsplus.org.au
Key Contacts for the Club
Twins with Special Needs
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Joan Tregilgas
03 9748 0393
garagesale@wyndhamtwinsplus.org.au
School aged multiples
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Natalie Gesslein
03 9748 3002
natalie@gesslein.org
Premature Multiples
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Kris Reilly
0424 364 564
kris.reilly@hotmail.co.uk
Wyndham Twins Plus Bank Account Details for Direct Deposits
You can pay your membership fees, social functions or other payments directly to the club. Bank account details are:
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Account Name:
Wyndham Twins Plus Inc.
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Bank:
Commonwealth Bank Australia - Werribee Branch
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BSB:
063-541
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Account Number:
00903062
Please don’t forget to include a Description/Reference (eg Christmas Party) and Remitter Name (eg Joan Tregilgas).
President’s Report
Jennifer Pitts
president@wyndhamtwinsplus.org.au / 0409 353 754
Hi Everyone,
Is it cold enough for you all. I’m not sure if it’s old age creeping in, climate change or something else, but I’m
certainly feeling a lot colder this year!
Firstly, a quick and final reminder to those who haven’t renewed your membership that this will be the last
newsletter you receive if you do not renew before the end of July. Thanks to those who have renewed, and
also for the feedback received from some members who are choosing to move on.
Unfortunately, Kate Bullock has had to resign as our Treasurer. Between looking after her two gorgeous boys,
doing the newsletter, website and WTP Facebook page, as well as going back to work part-time something had
to give. So we NEED a new treasurer. If you are organised and like to keep records of things and would like a
job on the Committee then Treasurer might suit you. The Treasurer needs to record all financial transactions,
do the banking and bank recs and make sure the paperwork is in place. Whilst bookkeeping knowledge would
help, it is not essential, so long as you can find your way around an Excel spread sheet you’d have the skills
needed. In the 2 years I did the Treasurer role for the Club I found it to be quiet an easy task. Under the terms
of our constitution we need to fill this role ASAP for the Club to function, so please, give it some thought and
don’t hesitate to contact me if you would like some more info on the role, or think this is something you might
wish to take on. Your Club needs you!
Please also don’t forget the Club’s current Fundraiser – the Mattel Factory Shop Toy Sale on Wednesday 26th
July. The Mattel range includes Barbie, Little People, Fisher Price, Dora, Lightening McQueen etc etc at very
reduced prices. This is a great opportunity to start your Christmas shopping and support your Club at the same
time. Tickets are $10 each and will be sold on a first come first served basis. So if you, your family or friends,
would like to attend the sale, please refer to the advert in this months newsletter and contact Kate Thomas on
contactparent@wyndhamtwinsplus.org.au for tickets.
We are also holding another New Mums Info Night on Thursday, 26th July at Nicole’s. Again, more details are
included in the newsletter on page 7.
Due to a lack of numbers we have decided to cancel the regular social at Kidz Digz (the last Friday of each
month). We have found that no one really supported this event so thought it best to put it on hold for now.
Nicole and Kate T are working on a few Grant submissions at the moment. Hopefully we will be successful in
one of these applications and will be able to implement a few new things later in the year. Details will follow
in future newsletters.
I’m very excited as Jason & I are actually getting the opportunity to have a childfree weekend during the
school holidays. Our wonderful 3 children are going to spend a few days with their grandparents in Ballarat
while we enjoy being grownups in Sydney for the weekend. I love my children but being a bit of a foodie, I
am really looking forward to a good quality meal out at a restaurant with proper napkins & tablecloths, good
quality glassware etc, no playground and no children running around terrorising the other diners because I’ve
forgotten to bring the right toys / colouring books / puzzles etc as a distraction! Ah, the serenity!
So while I imagine the joy of my weekend to come, I hope you all have a wonderful school holiday break and
manage to keep your children, happy and warm. After all, it they’re happy I’m sure so will you be!
Until next month, stay warm.
Jen
From the Editor
Kate Bullock
(newsletter@wyndhamtwinsplus.org.au / 0403 233 522)
Hello to all,
I hope this newsletter finds you all well. First of all I’d like to say sorry for the lateness of this month’s
newsletter. My family has had a challenging month and I just didn’t quite get around to it.
I’ve personally had a lot of decisions and things to consider in my life recently and have had to make a
number of changes. Unfortunately this has meant that I have had to resign as club treasurer. I didn’t think
it was fair on the club of my family to commit to this role when I know I will not be able to give it my full
focus and attention. I’m hoping that someone will put their hand up to take on this vital role.
With all that is going on in my life, the club, Australia and the world I have spent many sleeplessness
thinking lately about everything. I think we all take for granted sometimes the amazing support we all have
around us. I’m not talking about family and friends but this twins group is a wealth of information and
support. If you haven’t attended an event, group or meeting lately I strongly recommend you do. We all
have twins and know how rewarding and challenging it can be. Sometimes it is such a joy to talk to someone
who really understands what you are talking about.
We have lots of things coming up soon and there will be more details in following newsletters. The next
new mums night will be held on the 26th of July at Nicole’s house, and we would love to see all our new
pregnant members. It’s your chance to get to know us, ask questions, and sit and have a chat. You never
know you may make a new friend you will have for life.
If you haven’t already joined our facebook page please do – just click the link
http://www.facebook.com/WyndhamTwinsPlus. I am slowly adding more information, and post reminders
for club events, as well as the many specials I come across on my travels. All members are more than
welcome to post questions to other members on this page, as well as any specials they come across, tips or
ideas that are relevant to the group.
Please enjoy this months newsletter and I welcome any feedback!
Kate
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acknowledged.
Do you want to get a head start on your Christmas
Shopping? Get your tickets now for the
Mattel Factory Toy Shop Sale.
Date: 25th July
Time: 4 – 8pm
Tickets: $10 ea
Tickets sold on a first come first served basis so get in early
(family and friends welcome) to ensure you don’t miss out.
Please note:
 this is for the factory shop (not the warehouse sale).
 Children not allowed into the shop.
All enquiries to Kate Thomas on 0457 500 883 or
contactparent@wyndhamtwinsplus.org.au
Wyndham Twins Plus Inc.
Support for local families with twins, triplets and more . . .
Annual Fundraiser
Saturday 6th October 2012
TIME 8am to 1pm
WHERE Mossfiel Primary School
WHEN
Langridge Street, Hoppers Crossing
(inside the Gymnasium)
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FURNITURE *
PRAMS
COTS
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CLOTHES
MANCHESTER
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BIKES
GAMES *
TOYS
and lots more…………
(outside – in the car park)
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All general garage sale goods
Inside Stall - you supply table
$35.00
Inside Stall - we provide a table $40.00
Outside - Car boot, car space
$20.00
For further Information or to book a stall please contact Joan on
garagesale@wyndhamtwinsplus.org.au
or telephone 0402 038 572
Social Events
for the Month Ahead
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Under 1s Mum’s Group, with guest speaker:
Date
Monday, 2nd July 2012
Where
Room 3, Point Cook Community Centre
1-21 Cheetham Street, Point Cook
Time
11:30 – 1:30pm
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Committee Meeting:
Date
Wednesday, 11th July 2012
Where
Kate B’s house!
2 Cairn Court, Wyndham Vale
Time
7.30pm
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Play Group with Hey Dee Ho:
Date
Wednesday, 18th July 2012
Where
Room 3, Point Cook Community Centre
1-21 Cheetham Street, Point Cook
Time
1:00 – 3:00pm
(the first hour is free play time with Hey Dee Ho starting at approx 2pm).
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New mums info night:
Date
Thursday, 26th July 2012
Where
Nicole’s house!
69 Malibu Boulevard, Point Cook
Time
8pm
Wyndham Twins Plus Inc and Westgate MBA invite
you to join in the fun of HeyDeeHo with Carolyn.
Join in the singing, dancing, with puppets and
musical instruments.
When
3rd Wed of every Month
Time
1-3pm
The first hour is free play with
HeyDeeHo commencing at 2pm
Where
Room 3 - Point Cook
Community Centre
1-21 Cheetham Street, Point
Cook
Dates for 2012
15th February
21st March
18th April
16th May
20th June
For more information
please contact
Nicole - 0412 853 261
Jen - 0409 353 754
18th July
15th August
19th September
17th October
21st November
19th December
Recipe of the Month
Now personally I love a good recipe, as before kids I would spend a day off in my kitchen making a special
meal for us to enjoy over a glass, or two, of wine. These days it’s all about what’s quick, easy, tasty and
healthy. It can be a tall order some days so I plan to bring you all a variety of recipes each month that I think
fill this tall order. The following recipe is very basic, super easy to prepare, you can double it for bigger
families (or just to pop in the freezer for a night you don’t feel like cooking) and in this cold weather
certainly keeps you warm! I’ve added a couple of extra tips and ideas at the bottom for ways you can slightly
change the recipe to satisfy all members of your fussy or not so fussy family!!
Roasted Pumpkin, Spinach and Feta Slice
Serves 4
Ingredients:
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1.2kg butternut pumpkin, peeled, deseeded, cut into 3cm pieces
2 red onions, cut into thin wedges
olive oil cooking spray
100g baby spinach
75g reduced-fat feta cheese, crumbled
8 eggs
1/3 cup low-fat milk
8 thin slices crusty bread, to serve
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Preheat oven to 230°C. Line a large roasting pan with baking paper. Place pumpkin and onion in
roasting pan. Spray with oil. Season with salt and pepper. Toss well to coat. Spread vegetables over
base of pan. Roast for 18 to 20 minutes or until vegetables are golden and tender. Remove from
oven. Place spinach over vegetables and stand for 3 minutes or until wilted.
Grease a 3.5cm deep, 16.5cm x 26cm (base) slab pan or baking dish. Line base and sides with baking
paper, allowing a 2cm overhang at both long ends. Spread pumpkin, onion and spinach over base of
pan. Top with feta.
Whisk eggs, milk and salt and pepper in a jug. Pour over feta. Bake for 35 minutes or until set. Stand
for 10 minutes. Serve with crusty bread.
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Now who wants a super easy meal in minutes? For those of you that still have a Sunday roast, do a
little bit of extra pumpkin and onion and put it to the side. The next night skip step 1 and just do
step 2 and 3 (the spinach really doesn’t need to be pre wilted).
As always add in leftover vegetables that you have in your fridge to use them up and hide them from
the kids!! Frozen peas and corn work too. Even better add in any leftover lunch meat you have in
your fridge – ham, chicken or bacon and really nice in this slice.
Don’t like pumpkin or just want a change – try sweet potato and beetroot, or tomatoes (sun-dried or
baby) or roasted capscicum and toasted pinenuts.
Have allergies? Skip the onion (fructose allergy) or the milk (lactose intolerance) and just add an
extra egg.
It’s great in lunches the next day for both the adults and the kids!!
Specials, tips and ideas!
School holidays are here and I have seen a lot of things to do for the kids that don’t cost any money, so it got
me thinking what really goes on during school time that is free for the smaller kids…… I found lots!!!
I started off in our local area. The shopping centres – specifically Werribee Plaza and Point Cook Town
Centre – offer a host of activities that are free over the school holidays. But Point Cook also holds events at
least once every second month on a Friday evening that are free. I went to the last Mums and Bubs night and
despite the cold there was lots of entertain for the kids, lots of stalls with information on local activities and
some bargain stalls selling food and clothing. Keep your eyes open for the next one, which is usually
advertised at the shopping centre and on their website. You can also check out their website for a number of
excellent special offers for the various retailers.
Yesterday I decided after under 1’s twins group that I would finally visit the library – after all its in the same
building! The staff there were extremely helpful and let me know about the free services they offer,
including Story Time (for 3-5 year olds), Rhyme Time (for under 3’s) and Baby time (for 3 to 12 months).
They also have a large range of school holiday activities available – check the library’s website for more
details.
While I was on my roll I thought I’d see what else was available to do at no cost. I picked up a copy of the
Point Cook Community Newsletter and found a range of activities from walking groups, to meditation, to
book clubs, chess clubs and computer courses. Each community centre has a newsletter of their own which
lists the local activities you can get involved in – some with modest costs involved. I recommend jumping on
the library’s website (you can access this via Wyndham City Council’s website) and signing up to receive them
via email – that way you always know what’s on and you don’t miss out. They release a new one each school
term.
Please check out what’s on in Wyndham for a range of other ideas of activities that are on this month.
If you have any suggestions or there’s something you would like me to look into please email me!
Kate
What’s on in Wyndham!
So its school holidays again which means 2 weeks of the kids running around probably saying I’m bored and
what are we going to do today mum. So here are a few ideas for you (I know these aren’t all in Wyndham):
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Polly Woodside has Pirate Day the first Sunday of every month from 11am to 4pm
Polly Woodside also has Storytime every Tuesday from 11am to 12pm
Scienceworks has lots to do including the Melbourne Planetarium and a Lightning room
Wallace & Gromit’s World of Invention is on at Scienceworks until November 11
Disney on Ice – Let’s Celebrate – is on a Hitense Arena until July 22
Collingwood Childrens Farm has family day the first Sunday of each month and a farmers market the
second Saturday of each month
Jack and the Beanstalk Pantomime is on at the Tivoli at St. Johns from the 2 nd to 13th of July
Cinderella Pantomime is on at the Tivoli at St Johns from 24th September to 5th October
Wild nights is on at Werribee Zoo for the 30 th of June to the 14th of July
Mini Picasso’s Creative Arts Program is on the 5th of July at Iramoo Community Centre
Iramoo Market is on Saturday the 14th July at Iramoo Community Centre
Werribee Orchid Club Winter Show is on Sunday the 22 nd of July
And for you mums and dads Werribee will be hosting some great talent this month. Jimeoin will be
performing at the Wyndham Cultural Centre on the 27 th, and Babba will be performing at the Italian Sports
Club on the 28th. Also look out for the Werribee Park Heritage Orchard Grafting and Tree Sales Day on Sunday
the 28th of July - learn techniques for grafting or budding fruit trees, select suitable rootstocks and have new
trees grafted or budded by members (apples, quinces, pears etc.). You will also be able to purchase heritage
tree scion wood for home grafting and purchase one-year-old grafted trees.
Plus don’t forget all the great food markets mentioned in last months newsletter!
FREE TO A GOOD HOME
Do you have need for a “triple” pram?
Do you know anyone who might want this?
This is a good pram, and the current owner wishes to give away to someone who needs it.
For more details or information please contact Nicole on fundraising@wyndhamtwinsplus.org.au
July Birthdays
9th July
Isabella Morgan
5 years
10th July
Kristelle & Liam Turner
3 years
12th July
Gabriel & Benjamin Tregilgas
7 years
18th July
Madison Van Wyk
8 years
20th July
Jemma & Kaleb McDonald
2 years
21st July
Alexis Madden
3 years
25th July
Connor & Roman Hayes
8 years
A very Happy Birthday to you and all the Mums & Dads
celebrating their birthday this month!
If undeliverable, please return to:
Wyndham Twins Plus Inc
Po Box 1495
Werribee Plaza VIC 3030
newsletter@wyndhamtwinsplus.org.au
Don’t forget to visit us online at
www.wyndhamtwinsplus.org.au
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