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HIGHLIGHTS IN THIS EDITION

* Children’s Christmas function – Luna Park book now.
* Law News
* Work and Development Orders
* Social welfare information
* Is Your child turning 18 yo?
* Child Support News
* Choose to be happy now!
* Parenting Resources
* Appealing to Centrelink
* Education Opportunities
* Swim survive classes open
* Medicare Teen Dental Plan reminder
* Social Policy Information
* Obesity and injury in Australia
* Single Parent Issues in the Media
* Lessons learned in life
* Social Activities
* Trueisms
* ABC Health Issues
* Children with disability
* PWP in the Media
* Regular features of daily social calendar, single parent media monitoring, health news, social welfare news, education, volunteer opportunities, on the web and conferences.

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NOTE: Subsidised children's activities ONLY apply to financial members of PWP NSW.

Also some functions are for members only. Full details of those functions only published through members magazine 'The Sole Parent'.

Sunday 11 December

COMBINED BRANCHES CHRISTMAS PARTY AT LUNA PARK – JUST FOR FUN!!! 9.30am for a 10am SHARP Start. Meet Vince at the entrance (mouth) of Luna Park. For the kids and adults alike a day full of fun rides all day long (no presents this year). For Members who are still young at heart and would like to enjoy the thrill of the rides come along and have some fun. Please measure the height of your child, as wristbands have to be purchased and some kids may miss out on rides if they have the wrong bands. City Branch contact Susie C. on 9661 1142 for bookings and conditions. Northside Branch contact Suzee on 9939 9707 for bookings and conditions. PLEASE BOOK ASAP and at least by Mon. 5 Dec.

HILLS ENTRY

COMBINED BRANCHES CHRISTMAS PARTY AT LUNA PARK – Hills members’ children entry is free! Adults at own expense! Lunch will also be supplied to the children a “carnival pack” consisting of Hamburger / Hot dog or Pie, Large Hot Chips, 600ml Drink and Fairy Floss. Contact Vince 8807 5745 or 0425 316 390 don’t delay as time is limited for the booking. PLEASE BOOK ASAP and at least by Mon. 5 Dec.

CITY ENTRY

COMBINED BRANCHES CHRISTMAS PARTY AT LUNA PARK – City Members that have attended 3 functions during the year will receive free entry on all rides, also a “carnival pack” consisting of Hamburger / Hot dog or Pie, Large Hot Chips, 600ml Drink and Fairy Floss. Adults at own expense! Please measure the height of your child, as wristbands have to be purchased and some kids may miss out on rides if they have the wrong bands. PLEASE BOOK ASAP and at least by Mon. 5 Dec. Enq: Susie C. on 9661 1142.

NORTHSIDE ENTRY

COMBINED BRANCHES CHRISTMAS PARTY AT LUNA PARK – JUST FOR FUN!!! 9.30am for a 10am SHARP Start. Meet Vince at the entrance (mouth) of Luna Park. For the kids and adults alike a day full of fun rides all day long (no presents this year). For Members who are still young at heart and would like to enjoy the thrill of the rides come along and have some fun. Northside Kids will be subsidised up to $25 off their ticket price which includes “carnival lunch pack”, Adults at own expense. Please measure the height of your child, as wristbands have to be purchased and some kids may miss out on rides if they have the wrong bands. Northside Branch contact Suzee on 9939 9707 or 0419 282 552 for bookings and conditions. PLEASE BOOK by Mon. 5 Dec.

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Sydney Single Parents/Parents Without Partners NSW is where you meet people and make friends.

The longest standing single parent association with over 43 years of community service.

A peer support self help group run solely by volunteer single parents for single parents and their children.
A must for all single parents of all ages on a limited budget  – affordable functions – it pays to belong.

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Our Clever Country 100 years of Australian innovations

1974: PSZ

CSIRO developed partially stabilised zirconia; an extremely tough ceramic with a wide range of industrial applications.

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Some of the benefits of SSP/PWP Membership:

Ø      Opportunity for single parents to network for peer support
Ø      Around 1,000 affordable functions a year
Ø      Regular single parent parties, dinners, barbeques and outings
Ø      Children's / Family functions every week-end
Ø      Major annual bus excursions
Ø      School holiday camps
Ø      Opportunities to volunteer and become involved
Ø      A great new social and support outlet for single parents
Ø      Members discounts at open singles functions
Ø      It pays and saves to be a member

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Website Book in Hand,

this website is an Australian bookseller that focuses on books and resources for the Autism Spectrum Disorder community. Click here
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Sydney Single Parents/PWP Membership Inquiries
contact our volunteers AFTER HOURS :
Baulkham Hills - Carlingford - Parramatta—Holroyd—Liverpool — 9634 7502
Campbelltown - Camden - Picton - Mittagong (7-9 pm) — 9634 7502
Central Coast—Gosford—Brooklyn—Hornsby— 9411 1858
City of Sydney – Inner West - Eastern Suburbs—St. George - Auburn — 9554 3444
Penrith — Blacktown - Blue Mountains — Hawkesbury — 9634 7502 
Northern Suburbs– Northern Beaches – North Shore — 9411 1858
Sutherland—Cronulla—Menai—Southern Suburbs— 9554 3444
*  Part of a national and international network of single parent groups.

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PUNS FOR THOSE WITH A HUMOROUS

A man's home is his castle, in a manor of speaking.

Practice safe eating - Always use condiments.

Shotgun wedding - A case of wife or death.

A hangover is the wrath of grapes.

Does the name Pavlov ring a bell?

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HELP YOUR PWP NSW

WANTED – HOSTS FOR BRANCH FUNCTIONS

If you are a PWP Member and able to host a Branch Party or BBQ at your place, then please make contact with your Branch Vice President Programs and/or Parent Program Direct. We are a volunteer organization and hosting functions by members at their homes greatly helps us maintain the best activities program in Sydney. Contact your Branch committee this week – it helps them plans for the coming months.

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Children with Disability Australia (CDA) has new look website which and has been updated with information about the organisation as well as providing essential links and information relevant to children and young people with disability in Australia.  Click here

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Why not consider hosting a function for fellow members of PWP. Maybe a day time retirees function for mid-week days, a week-end family function or an evening parents function. Contact your local branch committee to discuss.

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Lessons Learned in Life

20. A good walk cures most problems. Want to lose weight and get fit? Walk. Want to enjoy life but spend less? Walk. Want to cure stress and clear your head? Walk. Want to meditate and live in the moment? Walk. Having trouble with a life or work problem? Walk, and your head gets clear.

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YOUR SOCIAL DIARY – Sole Parent Magazine

Sydney Single Parents/PWP Members see your Sole Parent magazine for full function details.

The Sole Parent Magazine is exclusively available to members of Sydney Single Parents/Parents Without Partners NSW and is posted to every member every two months. News and information on around 1,000 affordable functions a year – something on every night of the week and every week-end children's activity somewhere in Sydney region. Advance booking details for special functions, adult retreat week-ends and major family functions and excursions. The Sole Parent Magazine is the best social diary for single parents exclusive for members of Sydney Single Parents/Parents Without Partners NSW.

Single Parents and mature singles
– it pays to belong to Sydney Single Parents/Parents Without Partners.
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Choose to be happy now!

Here at The Happiness Institute, we believe happiness is something you choose. And we’ve specifically chosen the word “choose” because each of its letters stands for one of our key happiness strategies.

C =  Clarity (of goals, direction and life purpose)
Happy people set clear goals and determine clear & specific plans to ensure these goals become reality.  So clarify your life plan now (because no one else will do it for you!).

H =  Healthy Living (activity & exercise, diet & nutrition, and sleep)
Health forms a crucial part of the foundation to happiness.  It’s hard to be  happy if  you’re  literally  sick  &  tired  all  the  time.    So  do  whatever  you  can  to  be  healthy and you’ll also boost your chances of being happy.

O =  Optimism (positive but realistic thinking)
There’s no doubt that happy people think about themselves, others and the world differently.  Among other things, they search for more positives.  The good news is that this is something you can learn to do so start practicing now.

O =  Others (the key relationships in your life)
Research strongly indicates that happy people have both more and better quality relationships.  So make sure you devote time to developing and fostering your key relationships.

S =  Strengths (your core qualities and attributes)
Rather than spending all their time trying to “fix” their “weaknesses”, happy people spend more time identifying and utilising their strengths.  Find out what you’re good at and do it as much as possible.

E =  Enjoy the moment (live in, and appreciate the present)
The past is history, tomorrow’s a mystery, and today’s a gift – that’s  why they call it “the present”.  Live in the moment and enjoy life more.

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Support your Sydney Single Parents/Parents Without Partners NSW branch functions
and show your appreciation for all the effort our single parent volunteers
make to organise these activities for you.

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NERDS ICE BREAKER - CONVERSATION PIECE

Q: Why are zero scores in tennis called 'love'?

A: In France , where tennis became popular, round zero on the scoreboard looked like an egg and was called 'l'oeuf,' which is French for 'egg.' When tennis was introduced in the US , Americans (mis)pronounced it 'love.'

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March/ April 2012 (Full details next program)

HILLS HARBOUR CRUISE.

All branches welcome/ members and guests!

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TRUEISMS

Opportunity only passes by once. = take the opportunity when it presents as it may not be available again.

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Single Parent Social DiaryFriday 2 December
PWP Member functions – see your Sole Parent Magazine for addresses & contacts.

Final bookings for: Northside – Bistro Lunch, Sat 3 Dec.

CITY OF SYDNEY

CITY’S XMAS PARTY AT THE OFFICE – 7.30pm North Sydney. Plenty of parking Bay Rd, or McLaren St. Join Greg at his office for our Xmas party, large open area, great for dancing!! It’s your chance to dress the part whether you want to be the BOSS or just the Secretary or wear your Xmas gear. We will have our great D.J.’s Keith to rock the office. Ladies please bring a plate of savoury finger food, and Gents a really nice bottle of wine to share, plus a bottle of soft drink (or $15 extra if you bring nothing). NO CAKES PLEASE. Entry $6 members, $12 non members. All Branches Welcome. Membership cards must be shown. Enq: Greg

HILLS DISTRICT

ADULTS NIGHT OUT – 8pm Seven Hills Toongabbie RSL. Meet Vince just for a social drink and dance with the local entertainment band (unknown at time of publication). Cost is $2 coin donation for PWP. Drinks at bar prices. You may wish to dine earlier in the bistro or all you can eat buffet. Enq: Vince

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CHILD SUPPORT NEWS

Is your child under 18 years old?

Recently, an eNews subscriber asked for information about whether they’re still eligible to receive child support when their child turns 18, leaves school and attends university or TAFE.

If your child is under 18 years of age then by law they’re still entitled to child support. If they’re turning 18 during a year in which they’re receiving a full-time secondary school education, you can apply to extend your child support assessment until the last day of the secondary school year. In most cases child support will cease on the official last day of the school year or exam period for the year level that your child is in at the time they turn 18, if this is later than the last day of the school year.

Full-time secondary education may be provided by a school, TAFE or a school that caters to the needs of children with learning difficulties.

If your child attends university, college, TAFE or a school that caters to the needs of children with learning difficulties, they’re still eligible to receive child support, however this would stop on their 18th birthday.

If you’d like to extend your assessment or agreement you’ll need to do it after the child turns 17 but before they turn 18. To apply or for more information call us on 131 272* or refer to Application to have an assessment continue past a child's 18th birthday on the CSA website.

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EMPLOYMENT OPTIONS

Disability Care & Nursing Current Positions Vacant at http://www.globalcarestaff.com/plugins/job.cgi

Single Parent Social DiarySaturday 3 December

Listen to SWR FM 99.9 Western Sydney people of Interest with Brendan Leggett 9 am to 10 am for community leader interviews and information.
PWP Member functions – see your Sole Parent Magazine for addresses & contacts.

HILLS DISTRICT

OPEN TENNIS NIGHT & BBQ (Adults only) – 7pm to 10.30pm at Gilbert Rd courts, Castle Hill. Come along and enjoy a refreshing game or 3 of tennis, getting some exercise while having fun with friends. BYO finger food all Branches welcome. Sausage sizzle, tea, coffee and cordial provided. Cost $10. Call Hanna

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ADULTS SOCIAL SATURDAY NIGHT – 8pm start! Open for Members and friends. Usually a live band or free club show somewhere, meet up for a drink and a dance. For details check the web site Sydney Single Parents and go to the events Calender, or your personal email if you have registered it with Vince. Ring Vince for information about the location for Saturday night, or to be placed on the email list. If you know anyone who may be interested in joining bring him or her along. Cost is $2 coin donation for PWP. SNCP.

NORTHSIDE

BISTRO LUNCH AT BROOKVALE HOTEL – 12noon. 511 Pittwater Rd, Brookvale. Bus stops at front. If driving, use rear car park in Roger St, Cnr. Old Pittwater Rd. Meet Suzee for a Good Value Bistro Meal. Take advantage of $9.50 Seniors card discount meal deal anything from menu. Prices range from $10 to $23, includes blackboard specials cooked from the kitchen, or BBQ your own various steak, pork ribs, chicken fillets or tuna, includes self-serve salad bar $11.90. All drinks at pub prices. If weather fine, we'll eat alfresco at a table outside in garden area, or inside if too cold or raining. Open function, Kids and new members welcome. Book with Suzee on by Fri. message OK.

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SYDNEY SINGLE PARENTS/PWP MENTIONS IN THE MEDIA

Radio 2CCR FM 90.5 Australian Spectrum Show with Ross – 17 November – Announcements
Radio 2CCR FM 90.5 – 18 November - Announcements
Radio 2CCR FM 90.5 - 19 November – PWP Community Announcements
Radio 2CCR FM 90.5 – 20 November - Announcements
Radio 2CCR FM 90.5 – 21 November - Announcements
Radio SWR FM 99.9 – 21 November – Brendan Leggett’s Western Sydney People of Interest.
Radio 2CCR FM 90.5 – 22 November – Announcements
Radio 2CRfm 90.5 – 23 November – PWP Community Announcement 
Radio 2CCR FM 90.5 Australian Spectrum Show with Ross – 24 November – Announcements

(Please let us know when you see Sydney Single Parents/PWP mentioned in your local paper community calendars – email us at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it )

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PARENTING RESOURCES

Medicare Teen Dental Plan reminder—giving teens a reason to smile

To help keep teenagers’ teeth in good health, each calendar year the Australian Government provides eligible teenagers with a voucher—valued up to $159.85—to help with the cost of a preventative dental check.

We encourage all eligible teenagers to take advantage of their voucher before it expires on 31 December 2011.

Remember:

• Take the voucher and Medicare card to the dentist when the teenager has the preventative dental check. 
• If the voucher is lost, call 132 011 or visit a Medicare office to request a replacement.
• If your teenager is in equal shared care arrangements, the first family to claim the service will be entitled to the full benefit.

For more information or eligibility details visit your local Medicare office, call 132 011 or go to www.medicare.gov.au

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Single Parent Social Diary Sunday 4 December
PWP Member functions – see your Sole Parent Magazine for addresses & contacts.

HILLS DISTRICT

LASER WARS – 3.30pm for 4pm start. Level 4, Westpoint Blacktown, behind the Hoyts Cinema in the car park area. For the kids & adults with all the energy. 3 games of laser runner, approx 1½ hour’s of fun. Pizza for a feed afterwards, (split the cost), cost for games is $5 Hills kids, $15 adults. Not weather affected contact Vince Please book before 9am on the day.

Also

ASQUITH LEAGES CLUB DINNER – 7pm at 11-37 Alexandra Pde, Waitara, (opp Waitara Stn). Meet Paul inside the club for dinner, and or drinks your choice. KWBMBS. Weekly event call Paul

NORTHSIDE

BUSHWALK / XMAS BBQ / PICNIC LUNCH / SWIM – 9.30am. Meet in Section 3 car park (near toilets) in Manly-Warringah War Memorial Park (Manly Dam) which is at the western end of King St, Manly Vale. Easy/med. 7km circuit walk. Bring drink & snack for morning tea on walk. BYO chair & table (if possible), BBQ/picnic & Xmas fare to share in an esky. For those not walking lunch will be at approx 1pm in Section 3 after the walk. BYOE. Enq: Pam. *PWP MEMBERS ONLY - See 1 Dec.

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EDUCATION & PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT

Online professional development is an easy way to access further education – especially valuable for shift workers – so we have researched some options and put them on our new web site at http://www.globalcarestaff.com/page/online_education.html

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SCHOLARSHIPS GUIDE ONLINE

http://www.anu.edu.au/sas/scholarships/

http://www.globalcarestaff.com/page/scholarship_guide.html

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EXERCISE AND HELP YOUR PWP AT THE SAME TIME

JOGGERS, RUNNERS & WALKERS WANTED

If you are a regular walker for exercise – we would like to trial a letter box drop of our PWP brochures. If you are able to deliver 50, 100, or more brochures on different walking routes in your area – then give Kim a call at the state office or email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

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Single Parent Social DiaryMonday 5 December
PWP Member functions – see your Sole Parent Magazine for addresses & contacts.

Final Bookings for:

All Branches– Combined Family Christmas Party at Luna Park, Sun. 11 Dec.

CITY OF SYDNEY

WALK THE BAY – 6.30pm to walk, meet outside the Drummoyne Rowing Club, Henley Marine Dr, Drummoyne. After the walk we will go to the Drummoyne Sailing Club, 2 St. Georges Cres, Drummoyne, for a chat and a drink or two. Treat your body to some gentle exercise, keep fit and chat. Enq: Rod.

HILLS DISTRICT

BUDGET MONDAY NIGHT DINNER – 7pm at Pennant Hills Bowling Club, 52 Yarrara Rd, Pennant Hills. Meet Paul inside the club. Lovely food and good selections. (KWBMBS). Weekly event call Paul

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ON THE WEB

Sydney Single Parents www.SydneySingleParents.org.au
Parents Without Partners NSW www.pwp-nsw.org.au

Parents Without Partners Australia http://www.pwpaustralia.net/

Parents Without Partners International http://www.parentswithoutpartners.org

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Bookings now open for Swim and Survive
Bookings are now open for Sport and Recreation’s Swim and Survive Program. Classes are held throughout regional NSW and offer intensive learn to swim lessons for children between 18 months and 12 years.  Classes provide instruction in water familiarisation through to stroke development in a supportive and caring environment, and are taught by nationally qualified instructors.  Call 13 13 02 for more information. Visit now »

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Single Parent Social Diary Tuesday 6 December
PWP Member functions – see your Sole Parent Magazine for addresses & contacts.
Final Bookings for: Northside – Family Camp, Sat 10 Dec.

HILLS DISTRICT

DINNER – 6.30pm Blacktown Workers Sports Club, Reservoir Rd, Blacktown. 1st Tues. of the month only. Choose from the all You Can Eat Buffet or the Club Bistro. KWBMBS Look for the PWP Cards.

Also

NEW MEMBERS INFORMATION AND JOINING NIGHT – 7.30pm New Member’s Talk in the same area as dinner. Blacktown Sports Workers Club. If you know of anyone who is interested in joining PWP bring him or her along. Please let Garry know that you will be attending the night on 9634 7502. Membership is $55 for the year.

NORTHSIDE

DINNER – COFFEE & CHAT DEE WHY RSL CLUB – 7pm. Pittwater Rd, Dee Why. Prospective New Members welcome, bring your friends. Car park entrance Clarence Ave. Meet in the Bistro dining area opposite Asian food section. After 8.30pm drinks, coffee, dessert in Flame Lounge. All branches welcome. Enq: Suzee 9939 9707 or 0419 282 552.

Alive 90.5 Australian Spectrum with Ross,
Tuesday night 9 to12 pm for all Australian blues, roots, jazz, folk, indigenous and contemporary music. Blues and Jazz Gig Guide. Community events, tomorrow’s weather today and music. Streaming worldwide online at www.2ccrfm.com Join our listeners in the USA, Canada, South East Asia, Europe & UK.

Ross’s studio guests will be:- 
29 Nov – Chris Brooks – master guitarist national album launch
6 Dec – Martin Cilia – master guitarist with new album Surfersaurus
12 Dec – Gadjo Guitars with Cameron Jones – in the style of Django Reinhardt
20 Dec – All Australian Christmas Special – Santa’s Got Soul.
27 Dec – Young Australian Rock Special – with Eric Fear from Ohn & Colours In Space

Now on Facebook - why not join our 5,000 friends - check out http://www.facebook.com/Australian.Spectrum.Show.2CCRfm90.5

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SINGLE PARENT SOCIAL CONCERNS INFO & NEWS

Appealing to an Centrelink Authorised Review Officer
If you are not happy with a Centrelink decision you have the right to appeal the decision to an Authorised Review Officer (ARO). An ARO is a senior Centrelink Officer who is responsible for reviewing decisions made by the Original Decision Maker. An ARO can overturn a decision made by the Original Decision Maker. Appealing to an ARO is free.

Click here to view the "Appealing to An Authorised Review Officer" form which you can fill in your own details

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LAW NEWS

Unpaid fines can really hurt. They can result in increasing debt or loss of driver licence and car registration. Now there is a simple  way to support people struggling with fines debt. Work and Development Orders (WDO)s allow eligible people, such as people with intellectual disability  or people who are homeless,  to work off unpaid fines through training, voluntary work or treatment. For more info call Legal Aid NSW, on 9219 6328 or email  This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or click here.

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Phone 02 9851 2500   This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

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Single Parent Social DiaryWednesday 7 December
PWP Member functions – see your Sole Parent Magazine for addresses & contacts.

CITY OF SYDNEY

GENERAL COMMITTEE MEETING – 7pm. Dinner in the Chinese Restaurant downstairs, 7.30pm. Committee meeting. Canterbury / Hurlstone Park RSL Club, 20‑26 Canterbury Rd, Hurlstone Park. All Members invited to attend. Please support your Branch and have an enjoyable evening. Bring along your ideas. Enq: Keith

NORTHSIDE

SOCIAL OPEN TENNIS – 7.30pm to 11pm at Gilbert Rd Courts, Castle Hill. Join the PWP gang for a great night of tennis. KWBMBS and not permitted on courts. PWP members $8, Friends $10. Tea / Coffee supplied Weekly event Enq: Hanna all branches welcome.

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HEALTH NEWS

http://abcmail.net.au/t/270521/598860/1366/0/

live in 2-parent homes, ... http://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/753767

Study finds painkillers lift stroke risk ABC AM

Make use of your body when you die
ABC Feature: Did you know your body can have a life after death? We take you through the options.

Conversations: the science behind weight loss
ABC The Drum Opinion
Today The Drum, in collaboration with The Conversation, separates the myths about dieting from the realities of exercise and nutrition.

Using medicines safely
Whether it's an allergic reaction to a tablet you have been prescribed, or a mix-up with doses, thousands of us suffer the consequences of adverse drug events every year. Many of these are mild, but a significant proportion are serious – with figures suggesting almost 200,000 hospital admissions every year in Australia are related to medications. How much do you know about taking medicines safely? Here are some resources.

Are you taking your medicines safely?
* Are all over the counter medications safe?
* Anti-inflammatories: not to be taken lightly
* Should you always avoid alcohol when using antibiotics?
* Pain relief medications for small children
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Parents' battle to straddle obesity, anorexia ABC The World Today

Obesity and injury in Australia: a review of the literature

Obesity and injury are major health burdens on society. Possible relationships between obesity and injury have recently been reported, but their nature and extent has been unclear. This report presents summary information from an overview of the existing literature to investigate obesity injury relationships. It also surveys opportunities to fill relevant gaps in knowledge in Australia. AIHW catalogue number (INJCAT136). Available from the internet only. Click on the link to view the media release and report.

Diet Guide: Atkins

 

Very low in carbohydrate and very high in protein, the Atkins diet is underpinned by the theory that when we don't consume any, or many, carbohydrates, the body burns fat for energy. For expert opinion and review of this diet and seven other popular weight loss plans check out our Diet Guide.

 

 

 

view the Diet Guide >>

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Single Parent Social DiaryThursday 8 December
PWP Member functions – see your Sole Parent Magazine for addresses & contacts.

Final Bookings for:

City – Dinner, Sat. 10 Dec.

Northside – Adults BBQ, Sat 10 Dec.

CITY OF SYDNEY

COUNTRY MUSIC – 7pm Dinner. Canterbury/Hurlstone Park RSL Club, 20-26 Canterbury Rd, Hurlstone Park. Afterwards at 8pm “Christmas in The Country” with Rob Wilson, Georgia White and Lee Forster in the Auditorium for the free show. Good country music artists performing. Enq: Sid or Keith to find out where in the Club we will be eating.

NORTHSIDE

BUSHWALK – Enq: Pam *PWP MEMBERS ONLY. Visitors may take part in walks only if invited by a full member (who must be present on the walk) & subject to the leaders approval. Approval should be requested by the member, not the visitor. A leader has the right to refuse to take visitors on walks. Visitors will be granted temporary membership to enable them to take part in one activity.
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SINGLE PARENT MENTIONS IN THE INTERNATIONAL MEDIA

http://www.swissinfo.ch/eng/swiss_news/Child_custody_plan_to_ease_bitter_divorce_battle.html?cid=31589602

http://www.huffingtonpost.co.uk/caroline-davey/single-parents-need_b_1094826.html

http://www.yomiuri.co.jp/dy/national/T111119001688.htm

http://bangordailynews.com/2011/11/18/opinion/editorials/parenting-gone-awry-%E2%80%94-the-kids-are-not-alright/

http://www.nzherald.co.nz/personal-finance/news/article.cfm?c_id=12&objectid=10767052

http://www.patheos.com/blogs/diaryofawimpycatholic/?p=2070

http://www.brantfordexpositor.ca/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=3374650

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CONFERENCES

Inclusive Technologies and Learning Disability in Education and Employment Conference. Crowne Plaza Hunter Valley. http://www.newcastle.edu.au/service/ndco/technology-forums/

Retirement Living World India.New Delhi, India. http://www.imapac.com/index.php?page=retirementlivingworldindia2011

12 December 2011
Changing Images Of Ageing Conference. Berlin, Germany. Office of the German Government Reports on the Elderly.  Conference programme (in German and English). www.konferenz-altersbilder.de/konferenz-altersbilder.html?&L=1

Global Conference Calendar - http://www.globalcarestaff.com/page/conference_calendar.html

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Single Parent Social DiaryFriday 9 December

PWP Member functions – see your Sole Parent Magazine for addresses & contacts.
Final Bookings for: City –Show and Meal, Sun. 11 Dec.

NORTHSIDE

HOUSE PARTY AT PETER AND NICOLA'S – 8pm Kings Langley. Come along and have a drink and a talk with our friendly hosts, all branches welcome. Members $6; non‑members $12. Please bring the usual or pay $10 extra. No cakes or dips please. Current membership card to be shown on entry or pay double. SNCP.
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ADVERTISING HELPS SUPPORT THE WORK OF
SYDNEY SINGLE PARENTS/PWP NSW

Advertising bookings email Kim at our State Office This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

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Ring John: 9626 9093 or 0408 416 466

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Approved by PWP SMC –John maintains (gratis) PWP NSW computers and software – with our gratitude.

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PWP PARENTS REMINDER

We would like to remind our PWP parents that you are responsible for the supervision and well-being of your children at all times during a PWP function, outing or excursion including the school holiday camps.
PWP being a volunteer association is NOT able to and does not have the resources, accreditation, screening, licensing or insurance arrangements for assuming child or adolescent care responsibilities. Parents need to be observant where their children are at all times. You are also responsible for the good conduct and behaviour of your children. You need to assess the risks of some activities in relation to the child's age and development. If your child is accompanied by another parent and their children then this is a personal arrangement between the two parents, and other parents or committee members can not be expected to assume responsibility. We need to publish this even though we know most people already understand this.

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