Reviews by lisaf29
We had two rooms steamed cleaned within 10 mins, including chewing gum, which I thought may have to be cut out, although did not.
I would recommend and use them again, thank you!
Approximate cost: $50
Pierce makes the best coffee! Great little neighbourhood cafe that makes yummy food. Smashed peas and asparagus is my favourite and should make an appearance on the menu more often in my opinion! :-)
I have taken my son to Artplay since he was 6-month-old, he is now 20 months. As every performance is run by a different artist, we have participated in many interesting, fun and stimulating performances that are age appropriate. $15 per session is reasonable, it is just a shame more activities are not organised further down the coast.
Approximate cost: $15
After purchasing the mellow drum for my son from a shop, I looked at the website to view others items and came across the teepee - they also make awesome hobby horses. I have now ordered a custom made (Mervyn prefers this) canvas cotton teepee that arrives on Monday - very excited as I know my son will love the colours and enjoy for many years to come. This is a family run business and as such I received very personable and real service. Mervyn's laid back Aussie character came through in his email correspondence :-) It would be great to have the opportunity to pay by other methods, bank transfer only. Supporting a great Australian small business :-)
Approximate cost: $300 incl. delivery
I attended a free trial session and Gillian was fantastic. My son was engaged the whole time as was I. Gillian has a lovely sweet voice and used various resources to accompany the music. Beautiful setting too. I look forward to term 2!
Approximate cost: $245 per term
A salon for children was worth a try as I hadn't been able to get a good haircut for my 18-month-old son. With the option to watch a DVD from a safety harnessed child chair (no need to hold your child, winning!), by the time the DVD is over the haircut was complete. It is strongly recommended to make an appointment as Kim (owner and hairdresser) works solo. She also has a fb page https://www.facebook.com/kidscutselwood
Approximate cost: $25
Highlight for us is the animal barn, where you can hold ducks, chicks, rabbits, guinea pigs and pigs. We also saw bunnies and newborn chicks. The food and drink facilities are very limited, which is disappointing considering you are not close to any shops - so BYO. The tram/dry store and fridge is self-service - honesty system and on the day we attended had soft drinks and poppers (juice box), porridge sachets, chicken tikka masala (microwave) sachet???? Would have been good to see protein bars or other healthier and appropriate dry good snacks. Activities include a short tractor ride around the property entrance and carpark, which the kids love, animal bottle feeding and pony rides (fee). If you are on holidays doen on the Penninsula it is a good place to visit with the kids.
My 20-month-old son was referred to see Alex from my maternal health nurse - "the only person I would refer you to".
Alex made my son and I very welcome and relaxed while he provided a professional care and informative advice and recommendation. At a second consultation, he made room to see my son at last minute, even though he had a full diary before his annual leave. I'm very grateful for the attentive service and personal care we received from Alex and his practice team, especially Darren and would not hesitate to return for myself or my family. I highly recommend this practice. Further, he has a practice in Burwood East too!
Customer service attendant was very patient fitting shoes on my newly walking son and provided sound advice without pushing the sale. Comparable prices, although would like to have seen a bigger range to what I can find online.
Approximate cost: $100 (2 pairs)
Great place to come when you want to create some memorable art for a special occasion - we came to make a fathers day mug. We were the only ones in the store at the time and the attendant was helpful and patient when we had to start over. Ceramics were on the pricer side, approx $24 including studio cost, although prices do vary depending on what you choose to paint.
Approximate cost: $24