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Sydney Sailboat: Ready For Adventure! DVD giveaway {Mummy Mondays}

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Today I have a great little giveaway for those with young children.

Sydney Sailboat will be known to many of you thanks to ABC Kids and while you may be tired of their very catchy tune, your child probably loves it! Mine does.

Thanks to Roadshow, I have got 5x copies of the brand new film – Sydney Sailboat: Ready for Adventure. Your preschooler will be your biggest fan if you score them one of these DVDs.

Synopsis

Sail away to a world of fun and adventure with Sydney Sailboat and his nautical friends!

Sydney Sailboat and Zip the Water Taxi learn how to ride the waves of life alongside their fleet of friends in the bustling Bubble Bath Bay. Each episode has a new and exciting adventure, with important lessons about teamwork, friendship, cooperation and problem solving.

Release date: May 4.     RRP: $14.95.     Rating: G

5x WINNERS

Each prize includes: 1x Sydney Sailboat: Ready for adventure.

**As the winners are chosen based on skill and not chance; you will be sharing for 0 extra entries however I’d love you to share the giveaway with friends and family. Sharing is caring and karma loves kind people. **

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A night alone with my husband …. #MummyMondays

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A night alone with my husband? With four kids, that is a distant memory. I can barely even remember what it is like to be honest.

Up until recently it had been well over a year since the kids had gone and stayed elsewhere for the night. With their grandparents living only an hour and half away this was a little saddening but more for them than us. *We do not expect anyone else to look after our children, they are our responsibility.

Over the most recent school holidays however the older three had a sleepover at grandma and grandpas house so my husband and I only had bub. How were we going to spend our night? It had been so long since it was just us or this close to just us anyway, that we were stumped on what to do. We could go out for dinner, see a movie, do all the things we once loved to do or we could do something else.

Knowing that we could go and dine out when the kids were at school, we thought we would do something else. Camping it was! The kids didn’t leave until late afternoon so we had to get our shit together, quick! We packed up the ute and set off on our adventure into the Watagans National Park.

With the sun fading fast we were racing the clock, at a safe speed of course! We got the fire started just as all light had gone. We set up the tent by torch and fire light. Thankfully we opted for a smaller tent that was easy to set up as it was only the three of us. We had set up camp in a matter of 30 minutes and were sitting back enjoying a drink and just enjoying each other’s company. We talked, we laughed and we reconnected.

I’m sure many will not understand why we chose to camp instead of staying in a fancy shmancy hotel, the truth is, we love the outdoors. We love enjoying nature and all its beauty, to actually see the stars and be able to do it as a family (or in this case, alone). It was a fantastic night and I hope we can have more like them.

Relationships need that time to reconnect, particularly when you have children.

When was the last time you had a night like this? How did you spend it?

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5 Easy Ways to Get Your Car Ready for Winter

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5 Easy Ways to Get Your Car Ready for Winter

Keeping your family safe in the car is incredibly important all year long, however, winter presents some particularly challenging conditions that we need to prepare for.

Have you ever considered the importance of taking your car for a service before winter comes around?Are your tyres in top condition and up to the task of dealing with freak storms and poor road conditions?

Getting your car ready is easy

All cars require regular maintenance in order to ensure that occupants are safe. We have shared some items below which may require attention before the weather turns cold and miserable.

  1. Servicing – Regular services ensure that your car is kept in top condition. A vehicle service centre will check over all your mechanicals to ensure that everything is in working order and will flag any items with you that may require replacing. If you’re unsure or untrusting of a dealer’s advice, consult another mechanic for a second opinion.
  1. Windscreen wipers – These are checked at routine services however wiper blades are an item that you can easily replace yourself. If your wipers aren’t effectively cleaning the rain off your windscreen, it might be time to consider buying a replacement. Websites such as Partsales are a great place to find such parts and deliver right to your door. With years of expertise in the automotive industry and a compatibility tool to help you find parts compatible with your vehicle, they make the process of purchasing parts for your car easy.
  1. Brakes – Well maintained brakes are critically important to your safety when out on the road. Brake problems are best identified at a service before you realise any fade so it’s incredibly important to you keep them properly maintained. Any qualified vehicle mechanic will be able to service your rotors, brake pads and fluid levels.
  1. Suspension – Just like your brakes, suspension is a critical item that needs to be maintained in order to keep you and your loved ones safe on the road. Well maintained suspension helps your vehicle maintain steady contact with the road and enables your vehicle to deal with poorly surfaced roads that can all too easily upset the balance of your vehicle.
  1. Tyres – Your tyres are your only direct contact point with the road so it is imperative that you keep them in top condition. You can easily check the condition of your tyres with a quick glance at the tread. If they look worn, chances are it’s time to purchase new ones. Ask your nearest tyre centre professional for a recommendation on what tyres are best for your vehicle. There are countless options for fuel economy right through to performance vehicles so it’s best to consult a professional.

Winter brings unpredictable weather and road conditions so it is important that you do everything you can to ensure that your vehicle is in top condition!

For further tips on vehicle safety and maintenance, contact your nearest VicRoads centre in store or online.

Is you car in a well maintained condition or does it require some attention?

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Kill Head Lice Fast With This Proven Formula

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Let the head scratching commence because I’m talking about nits today. Arrrgggghh I know, my head is itching just thinking about the pesky little critters.
Anyway this post was supposed to be a review on the new Euky Bear Blitz Nitz Mousse however after months of holding off writing this in case my kids caught the jumpy little suckers, they still haven’t (touch wood) so I am going to tell you about the products they offer instead.

Euky Bear Blitz Nitz range

I never knew that Euky Bear offered a range of nit products before I received the mousse to review. I knew they did eucalyptus rub (like baby Vicks) and we have used that since our first child was a baby. Cannot fault that product at all so I was intrigued to try this product and see if it offered the same great quality.

Blitz Nits Solution

This is Euky Bears hero product has a new and improved formula that kills head lice and eggs in 5 minutes! That is the fastest treatment on the market and to sweeten the deal it is natural and clinically proven to work.
*This product comes with a free re-useable shower cap.

Blitz Nits Mousse

This mousse is a new addition to the range. It kills head lice and eggs in 10 minutes using natural essential oils and is clinically proven to work. The thing I love about mousse treatments is that there is no mess, no dripping and easy to handle.
Sticking to their theme, the mousse smells like eucalyptus. It isn’t overbearing or nostril burning, it is a pleasant change from the chemically smells many nit treatments produce. This is no surprise when you learn that it is made from natural ingredients – eucalyptus oil, lemon eucalyptus and tea tree oil.

You can purchase this on the Euky Bear website (find link below) for only $14.95 each or if purchasing 2 or more you save 20%.
*This product comes with a free re-useable shower cap.

Blitz Nits Spray & Go

Another new addition to the Blitz Nitz range, the spray and go offers a daily protection for your child from head lice. If your child is unfortunate enough to have one of these critters jump on for a ride throughout the day, the spray will kill the head lice while on the go.
We are big believers in preventative spray because since we started using it 2 years ago, the kids have only had head lice infestations 2 or 3 times. Before using it, they would get them almost monthly. It was dreadful. We figured we had nothing to lose by trying and will never go without again!

The Blitz Nitz range offers a complete head lice control program that consists of 3 easy steps.
1. Detect and remove – The Detective range is ideal for this.
2. Solve it – Use one of the three products mentioned above.
3. Rinse & maintain – The shampoo offers additional protection for those head lice and eggs that slipped through cracks.
*Products are suitable for children over 2 years of age.

As an added bonus for parents Euky Bear understand that you don’t have hours to spend waiting for head lice solutions to work which is why they created their fast acting products. They have also taken children into consideration and have produced a fun app to keep them entertained while you perform searches and applications. Oh and it’s FREE!

For more information on the Euky Bear Blitz Nitz range visit the website here.

3x WINNERS

Prize Includes: 1x Euky Bear Blitz Nitz Mousse. RRP $14.95. Total prize pool $44.85.

**As the winners are chosen based on skill and not chance; you will be sharing for 0 extra entries however I’d love you to share the giveaway with friends and family. Sharing is caring and karma loves kind people. **

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Therefore no extra points are given for sharing however it is good karma!!
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Tocal Field Days 2016 + Ticket Giveaway

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Tocal Field Days 2016

If you are local to the Hunter Valley, then there is no doubt you have heard of the famous Tocal Field Days.

No? Well it is a exhibition for farming and agriculture (hobby farmers included) but it is also so much more than that. It highlights local produce, the latest and greatest innovations as well as some fantastic demonstrations. It is held in the Tocal College grounds, which has just celebrated 50 years and this year Tocal Field Days will be sharing the joy!

After the devastating weather last year causing the Tocal Field Days to be cancelled for the first time in 33 years, it is going to be back bigger and better this year.

A few of the great demonstrations, features and displays mentioned previously include:

Cattle Dog demonstrations

Billy Boiling Competition

Ute Muster (Sunday)

Bake or Burn

Tocal Horse Course display

Talent at Tocal

Courses

Quad Bike Safety

When we went to the last one, the kids had the best time (so did my husband and father in law). With so much to see and do there is definitely something to keep everyone entertained. With options from learning about new equipment, to seeing how the old chuggers worked; it was definitely an education.

For those who are looking to make purchases, there are as you would expect some great show prices from vendors and suppliers so it is definitely worth popping down and checking out. We are in the market for a new chainsaw so that is our goal this year at the Tocal Field Days.

Concerned about whether it is appropriate for kids? Don’t be. It is a day for families and community. Children are definitely considered when planning the days and offer: rides, free crafts, entertainment, piglet races and much more.

If you want something to do this weekend or just want to get out of the house, pop down and check out the Tocal Field Days. – April 29, 30 and May 1.

Ticket Prices

Adult $18 / Senior $13

Children (5 – 16 years) $1

For more information visit Tocal Field Days website.

2x WINNERS!

Each prize includes: 2x Adult tickets. RRP $36.00. Total prize pool: $72.00

**As the winners are chosen based on skill and not chance; you will be sharing for 0 extra entries however I’d love you to share the giveaway with friends and family. Sharing is caring and karma loves kind people. **

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2. Judges decisions is final.
3. Winners must make contact within 72 hours.
4. This is a game of skill. Chance plays no part!
Therefore no extra points are given for sharing however it is good karma!!
5. All Mum Said is not responsible for delivery of prize.
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