Community & 

Haven Kitchen

Mark in your calendar some upcoming important dates!

NAIDOC Week 

National NAIDOC Week celebrations are held across Australia in the first week of July each year (7th to 14th 2024), to celebrate and recognise the history, culture and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. NAIDOC Week is an opportunity for all Australians to learn about First Nations cultures and histories and participate in celebrations of the oldest, continuous living cultures on earth.

This year's theme is to Keep the Fire Burning! Blak, Loud and Proud.

https://vimeo.com/905823219/d8a99be063

National Pyjama Week 

The comfiest and cosiest week of the year is almost here, from 15th to 19th July we invite all children (educators & families) to come dressed in their pyjamas, while raising funds for children in foster care. (Gold coin donation will be in reception). https://fundraise.thepyjamafoundation.com/event/npd 

Paris Olympics -26th July to 11th August 

Stay tuned for some fun, exciting, engaging and educational experiences based on the upcoming Paris Olympic Games.

We cannot wait to get involved in some Haven games, supporting athletes and learning all about different sports. 

August Events 

August is going to be a big month at Haven with the following:

-5th Dental Health Week

12th PHOTO WEEK - All families to soon receive a registration link from Magic Photography (no cost associated) 

-12th Science Week

-19th Book Week 

Haven's Kitchen 

Have you seen our amazing vegetable garden and our winter rotating menu?

Haven's menu works on a 5 week rotating basis across the seasons ensuring children are exposed to a variety of foods, textures and cuisines during their days at Haven. This includes using our home grown produce including this months broccoli, cauliflower and hopefully soon some cabbage. 

Julia posts out our menu each week on Storypark with copies on display in reception and out front of the kitchen. 

We always love family suggestions so please do not hesitate to comment on Storypark, in which we aim to post out more photos of the meals within the coming months.

Curry Recipe

A recent favourite at Haven has been this versatile curry recipe in which children love with either chicken or fish!

Ingredients

2 chicken breast OR Basa Filets

1 onion

2 garlic gloves (or minced garlic)

1 tablespoon paprika and turmeric

2 tablespoons curry powder

1/3 cup brown sugar

2 zucchinis

2 white & sweet potatoes

1 can coconut milk

*Additional add ins can include carrot, broccoli & chickpeas 

Method

Fry onion and garlic (until soft)

Add in spices and sugar (stir to combine and allow to caramelise)

Add in chicken or Basa and brown/cook

Add in a little bit water

Mix in potatoes & coconut milk  and simmer until potato begins softening

Add in zucchini to soften and enjoy!

Best served with rice either stirred in or kept separate.