celebrating ten years - abacus learning · 2018. 7. 26. · 1 hour massage with bonus handmade...

celebrating ten years

achieving with autism since 2008

As a not-for-profit organisation and a registered charity, Abacus Learning Centre relies on the generosity of many individuals and businesses to continue achieving with autism.

Items kindly donated for the Gala Dinner helps Abacus raise much-needed funds which are vital to the ongoing success of the centre, this includes subsidising early intervention costs and working towards a purpose-built centre for Abacus.

For the 10 Year Anniversary Gala you can help by participating in either the live auction, which brings the most highly anticipated items of the night or the silent auction, which is a fun way to mingle with friends and place bids on everything from lovingly handmade items to local attractions, services and gift vouchers.

You can also purchase raffle tickets and a range of merchandise items, with every dollar raised going to Abacus.

From 2018 the gala will be a biennial event, with the next one schedule for 2020. Abacus hopes as many people as possible will help Abacus achieve their target to raise over $50,000.

Thank you for your support

Step 1 - Placing a Bid

The Live Auction will take place at 9:40pm.The auctioneer will guide the bidding by introducing and taking bids for each item.If you would like to make a bid on one of the items, please raise your hand and you will be acknowledged by the auctioneer.

How to bid on live auction items...

Step 2 - Winning Bid

A gala committee member will obtain details of the successful bidder and ask them to pay at the end of the auction.All items must be paid in full on the night by cash or credit card (please note 1.95% surcharge applies).

Step 3 - Payment and Collecting Items

Please proceed to the cashiers (located at the entrance of the Winter Garden). Upon payment you will be given your item(s) and/or certificate(s). Pick-up/delivery arrangements will need to be made for larger items.

Please note if you are unable to make it to the gala, committee member, Radmila Kalimnakis is happy to bid on your behalf please contact her on 0422 139 665 to discuss

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Lot 1Diamond Earrings

1.10 CT. T.W. (carat total weight)Colour Grade G (near colourless grading)Clarity VS2 CE (clarity enhanced)

Diamond Coco is a wholly owned Australian business, based in Victoria in two locations, Mornington and North Melbourne. Diamond Coco offer the finest quality diamonds, gemstones and jewellery at around half the price of a retail store. Price aside, they strive to be remembered for not only their exquisite jewellery but for the superior lever of customer service offered to all their clients.

Estimated Value $7,500.00

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Lot 2Kate Walker Design Consultation

Experts in hard finishes, KWD specify, source and supply solutions for all your hard finish requirements. KWD has the experience, the contacts and the buying power to get your project completed with exceptional results, smoothly and efficiently. This two hour design consultation is valued at $2500 (ex GST) and is for hard finishes and spatial planning advice for material usage for a renovation or new build. The consultation is for general advice only and will provide an overall design direction. It is not a full design service - should you wish to further engage KWD a fee proposal will be applicable. Design briefings can be held on site (Mornington Peninsula only) or at the KWD Studio. Voucher valid until 28 June 2019.

Estimated Value $2,500.00 (ex GST)

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Lot 3Stand-Up Paddleboard

Trigger Bros. Surfboards have been operating for over 45 years. Initially building surfboards in the backyard. Paul and Phil quickly became the largest board manufactures on the East coast of Victoria. Eventually branching out into clothing and wetsuits, other sports such as sailboarding, snowboarding and skating were added to the mix. Their retail stores on the Mornington Peninsula now service generations of loyal customers hooked on surfing, skateboarding, and snowboarding.This Stand-Up Paddleboard (SUP) comes complete with a paddle and fins and features epoxy construction, wooden stringer, bamboo top, GoPro mount point, thruster setup, EVA foam and moulded carry handle (available in 8ft, 9ft or 10ft).


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Lot 4Hamilton Island Escape

Hamilton Island is one of Australia’s favourite island holiday destinations, located in heart of the Great Barrier Reef. The package is for two nights accommodation at the Reef View Hotel for 2 adults and 2 children. Includes breakfast daily, return Hamilton Island airport/marina to hotel transfers, use of the scheduled ‘Island Shuttle’ service, unlimited use of catamarans, windsurfers, kayaks, stand-up paddleboards and snorkelling equipment, a Wildlife Park Family Pass and Koala Photo. Airfares not included. Not available over restricted dates (including 18 – 25 August 2018, 21 December 2018 – 5 January 2019 and school holidays). Voucher Valid until 28 July 2019.


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Lot 5Mornington Peninsula Experience

This amazing package includes:

Use of a luxury Mercedes Benz for the weekend kindly donated by Mercedes-Benz Mornington.

$500 Resort Gift Card that can used on Accommodation, Dining, Golf or Onespa at the new look RACV Cape Schanck Resort.

$135 Cooking class voucher for one person donated by Georgie Bass at the Flinders Hotel.

$200 Assagini Wine and Tapas Bar Voucher donated by Baywater Homes.


Step 1 - Placing a Bid

Each item will have a corresponding ‘Bid Sheet’, please write your name, table number, mobile number and amount you are willing to bid. You may bid more than once if someone outbids you. The highest bidder will be considered the winner.

How to bid on silent auction items...

All items have been kindly donated - every dollar goes to Abacus

Step 2 - Winning Bid SMS

The Silent Auction will close at 10:10pm and lucky winners will be sent an SMS advising them of their successful bid. All items must be paid in full on the night by cash or credit card (please note 1.95% surcharge applies).

Please note if you are unable to make it to the gala, committee member, Radmila Kalimnakis is happy to bid on your behalf please contact her on 0422 139 665 to discuss

Step 3 - Payment and Collecting Items

Please proceed to the cashiers (located at the entrance of the Winter Garden). Upon payment you will be given your item(s) and/or certificate(s). Pick-up/delivery arrangements will need to be made for larger items.

#01Footy Show Tickets

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The Footy Show look forward to welcoming you into the audience. Please note when booking that all audience members must be over 18 years old. By entering the studio as an audience member you give consent to being filmed and your image being used in The Footy Show and/or promotions.

No retail value - tickets to the 2018 season are sold outReserve $100.00

#02‘Good Old Collingwood Forever’ Framed Print

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Limited Edition print No. 1138 of 2500 featuring the last game at Victoria Park on 28 August 1999.

1140 mm x 625mm

Estimated Value $249.00Reserve $60.00

#03Medallion Club Tickets for Collingwood v Brisbane Lions

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4 x tickets to the best seats at Etihad stadium, with access to exclusive restaurants and an exclusive car park beneath the stadium on game day.

Saturday 11 August 2018 @ 7:25pm


#04Medallion Club Tickets for St Kilda v Hawthorn

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4 x tickets to the best seats at Etihad stadium, with access to exclusive restaurants and an exclusive car park beneath the stadium on game day.



#05Signed St Kilda Guernsey and Hat

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Official Memorabilia, the St Kilda Football Club donated a Signed Guernsey and Hat - a must-have for all Saints fans and astute collectors alike.


#06National Sports Museum and MCG Tour Family Pass

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The National Sports Museum is home to Australia’s largest collection of sporting memorabilia across a multitude of sports and the MCG Tour gives visitors access to the inner sanctum change rooms, the famous Long Room, and even a walk on the arena itself (subject to availability). Family Pass entitles two adults and up to four children (agred 5-15 years, children under 4 years are admitted free)

Valid until 31 May 2019


#072 years complimentaryBIG4 Membership

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As a BIG4 member you will not only save on your accommodation and get exclusive in-park Perks, you’ll also have access to more than 600 other holiday benefits at a huge range of local, national, and international services and attractions.


#08$250 Endota Spa Voucher

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Everyone relishes the chance to leave life’s pressures behind and escape to a place of peace and tranquility. endota spa can take you there. With the freedom to tailor your own experience or select from our range of signature in spa treatments, an endota spa Gift Card is the perfect way to show someone you care. Valid for a treatment at any endota spa in Australia.

Valid until 19 July 2021


#09Handmade ‘Australian Animal Theme’ Cot Quilt

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Handmade cot quilt featuring an Australian animal theme it is the perfect size for a cot, or to use for tummy time as a play mat, or use as a blanket on your nursing chair.

Approximately 965mm x 1310mm.


Glenys Coad

#10Handmade ‘Cute as a Bug’ Cot Quilt

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Handmade cot quilt featuring a ‘cute as a bug’ theme it is the perfect size for a cot, or to use for tummy time as a play mat, or use as a blanket on your nursing chair.



Glenys Coad

#111 Hour Massagewith bonus handmade wheat bag

2 vouchers available to bid on

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Servicing the Mornington Peninsula for over 19 years Enhanced Allied Health is a multidisciplinary health clinic. Offering clients with a more holistic approach to health and healing. The team provide a high level of myotherapy and massage care that locals have grown to rely on and now also offer pilates, naturopathy, and kinesiology.

Valid until 21 December 2018

Estimated Value $90.00 eachReserve $25.00 each

#12Indoor Rock Climbing Family Pass

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Bayside Rock is proudly owned, operated and staffed by a family of experienced rock climbers. All adventure activities at Bayside Rock are within the one INDOOR facility with access all year round and not dependent on weather conditions! Family Pass valid for up to two adults and two children climbing, includes harness hire and instruction.

Valid until 31 October 2018


#13Orgran Hamper

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Specialising in natural, gluten and allergy free foods, ORGRAN is now the trusted brand for Coeliacs and other allergy sufferers around the world, for better health and nutrition. Hamper includes Vegan Easy Egg, Instant Custard Mix, Banana Cake Mix, Crunchy Chicken Snacks, Molasses Licorice, Gingerbread Friends, Wild Raspberry Fruit Filled Biscuits, Apricot Fruit Filled Biscuits, Super Trio Pasta Spirals, Super Trio Pasta Penne and Quinoa Puffs.


#142 x Off Peak Bath House Bathing Passes

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Immerse yourself in natural thermal mineral waters which flow from deep underground into pools and private baths at Peninsula Hot Springs. Valid Tuesday to Thursday outside of school and public holidays.

Valid until 27 April 2019


#15$70 Make-Up Application Voucher

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$70 worth of make-up application by freelance make-up artist Elise Brennan-Smith


Elise Brennan-Smith

Iceland in Winter

30 x 30cm (12” x 12”) Print50.8 x 50.8cm (20” x 20”) Frame

#16Framed Icelandic Horse Photograph

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Runner up 2017 People & Portrait Australian Photographer of the Year, Dr Anthony Lawrence captures mesmerising photos from around the world. This framed photograph features the The mesmerising beauty of an Icelandic horse in winter.

525mm square frame.


Dr Anthony Lawrence @DrCamera

#17Framed Chelsea Pier Photograph

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Runner up 2017 People & Portrait Australian Photographer of the Year, Dr Anthony Lawrence captures mesmerising photos from around the world. This framed photograph features the Chelsea Pier in Chelsea, Victoria, Australia.

450 x 620mm frame.

Estimated Value $1,050.00Reserve $210.00

Dr Anthony Lawrence @DrCamera

#18Light Grey Linen - Midi Beanbag Cover

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Each beanbag is 100% handmade by Agnes Avenue on the Mornington Peninsula. Approximately 1.2m long & 85cm wide at bottom seam. (Beanbag cover ONLY - will require approximately 2 bags of beans (200L), depending on your desired firmness)


#19$200 Custom Made Cake Voucher


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Diana Papasavva is a cake decorator whipping up amazing creations for everyone to enjoy. The gift voucher is redeemable for any celebration cake(s) or cupcakes to the value of $200.



PAPArazzi Cakes by Diana

#20Set of 4 books written by Monique Cain

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The books are written simply, so children can understand them, but they open a window into the minds and hearts of those who have to struggle intensely to express themselves and who are frustrated by their failure. This series was written to help Madi’s teachers and classmates interact with and understand Madi better. The other kids loved the first book and often asked for it, and so did Madi’s teachers and so the series grew as Madi herself is growing up and facing new challenges with courage.


#21Grand Tree Surfing Family Passes

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The Enchanted Adventure Garden offers an unforgettable tree-top climbing tour activity for both adults and children alike. Both Grand course’s offer 5 different levels of challenges, giant Tarzan swing and rock climbing wall. There is also a separate Nippers course for kids under 135cm. Family passes are for 2 adults and 2 children and also includes Enchanted Adventure Garden General Admission.

Valid until 18 June 2019


3 passes available to bid on

#22Arthurs Seat Eagle Family Pass

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The all-weather Eagle carries passengers between the Base Station in Dromana to the summit of Arthurs Seat, passing high over the beautiful State Park. Family Pass is for 2 x Adults and 2 x Children return.

Valid until 26 April 2019


#2315m Retractable Hose Reel

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The 15m Retractable Hose Reel is a complete package that arrives fully equipped and includes spring-loaded hose reel unit pre-fitted with 15m of high quality hose, full set of pre-fitted Hoselink no-burst connectors including universal tap connector and hose connector with flow control so you can easily switch watering accessories, premium 7-function spray gun and accessory connector with swivel, 2m leader hose and durable wall bracket and installation hardware.


#24Excape Exclusive 2 Person Pass

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Excape is the Frankston’s premier escape room experience. Excape is an exciting real life adventure game where a team of players need to escape the room by solving clues and series of puzzles.

Valid until 30 September 2018


#25$300 Car Service Voucher

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Western Port Automotive Services is your go-to workshop for General Car Service and Mechanical Repairs, as well as Log Book Servicing for Fleet Vehicles. They offer waiting lounge facilities, loan cars and a key drop off box for customers under tight schedules. Western Port Automotive Services also sell spare parts.



#26Moonlit Sanctuary Family Day Pass

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Meet kangaroos, wombats, dingoes, colourful birds, and pat a koala (additional charge). Wander through the bush food garden, smelling the unique aromas of the bush tucker plants. The ambience of Moonlit Sanctuary, eco-accredited, and set in natural bushland places it in a class of its own. Free Daytime Admission for One Family of 2 Adults and 2 Children.

Valid until 30 November 2018


#27Boneo Maze Family Pass

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A great day out for the whole family.... only a 5 minute drive from Rosebud, off Boneo Road on the Mornington Peninsula. Take a walk along the boardwalk, get lost in the mazes, play giant games and puzzles and enjoy garden mini golf. General Entry Family Pass for 2 Adults and 2 Children.



#28Midweek Round of Golf with Carts for 4 guests

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The Flinders Golf Club provides a wonderful experience combining a sense of tradition that comes with being over one hundred years old with top quality playing conditions and boasting modern facilities.

Valid until 28 January 2019



#29Plover Wellbeing Gift Pack includes Hydrafacial Voucher

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Plover is Australia’s first wellbeing general store. The gift pack includes Cleansing Wipes, Shower Cap, Bamboo Plate Set, Drink Bottles, Brush, Tweezers, Hair Elastics, Wash, Resuable Containers and Clutch Bag. The Plover Hydrafacial features a custom pre exfoliation, an infusion of active serums selected based on skin concern, gentle Hydradermabrasion for clear, luminous skin.

Voucher expires 1 June 2019


#30Die Walkure’ Opera in Concert Double Pass

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The MSO teams up with acclaimed soprano Eva-Maria Westbroek to bring you Act 1 from the second opera of Wagner’s famous Ring Cycle. 2 Tickets to the performance to be held at Hamer Hall - Arts Centre Melbourne.



#31Holst’s The Planets’ Double Pass

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Holst’s spectacular orchestral suite has secured a universal place in the repertoire with its depiction of seven planets in our solar system. Sir Andrew Davis conducts the astrological work for the first time in Australia, creating a marvelous experience for first time or established concert goers. 2 Tickets to the performance to be held at Hamer Hall - Arts Centre Melbourne.

Saturday 1 September 2018 @ 2:00pm


#324 TicketsTutti: MSO meets Circus Oz

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The Melbourne Symphony Orchestra musicians will perform beneath the Circus Oz artists who emerge throughout the performance, balancing on giant strings and physically forming the shape of music in this truly spectacular show of aerial work, acrobatics, flying trumpeters, and even a human metronome! Performance at Hamer Hall - Arts Centre.

Saturday 8 September 2018 @ 7:30pm

Estimated Value $356.00 per setReserve $75.00 per set

2 sets of 4 available to bid on

#334 Tickets to Harry Potter & the Prisoner of Azkaban in Concert

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Relive the magic of your favourite wizard in Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban™ - in Concert. Based on the third instalment of J.K. Rowling’s classic saga, fans of all ages can now experience the thrilling tale accompanied by the music of a live symphony orchestra as Harry soars across the big screen. Performance at Plenary - Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre.

Saturday 10 November 2018 @ 1:00pm

Estimated Value $240.00 per setReserve $50.00 per set

2 sets of 4 available to bid on

#34Party CD, Flashing Tambourine and Stripey Socks (Size 2-4 years)

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The Lah-Lah 10th Birthday Party CD is the brand new 2018 release from Lah-Lah and includes 29 wonderful and fun songs for the whole family. Also included in the pack is a Glowing Flashing Tambourine, perfect for playing along to all the favourite Lah-Lah tunes and one pair of stripey socks.


#35Kingswim 5 x $100 Gift Cards

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Kingswim are specialists in teaching kids to swim. Teaching tiny tots through to big kids, with programs available to babies from 12 weeks of age, right through to graduate level swimmers.The gift cards have been allocated to Kingswim Mornington but can be re-allocated to another Kingswim centre by calling the Contact Centre.

Valid until 26 June 2021


#36Swing 2 Seater Jarvis

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The 2 Seater Swing is ideal for relaxing outside and is also very comfortable, providing many hours of comfort and enjoyment. It will be a great way to spend time outdoors and relaxing.


#37Petrol Lawn Mower

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139cc 16 inch Steel Lawn Mower comes with a plastic grass catcher


#38Olga Berg Bag and Fascinator

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Stunning mesh envelope clutch perfect for day, evening and race looks and includes an optional shoulder chain. Lace Fascinator is easy to wear and fixed to a narrow headband for perfect positioning every time. The perfect headpiece for the races or to add allure to a cocktail outfit.


#39Artist Photographer Gift Certificate

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On offer is a $1000 Gift Certificate for Family Portraiture with Artist Photographer at one of their beautiful 100 year old studios, located in Melbourne and Geelong. This certificate entitles the successful bidder and their family to a full family Studio Portrait sitting as well as a 10x15” (25x38cm) wall portrait. This beautiful portrait is available in colour or black & white and comes mounted and matted, signed by the photographer and ready to frame.



#40Dinas Property Investment Education Program Voucher

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The voucher entitles you to a 1 hour introduction to services meeting and 3 x 2 hour personlised education and training sessions where Dinas teach you how to invest, what to do and what not to do and much much more. Includes analysis of income & expenditure, budget planning, assets & liabilities, property investment analysis report, ABS & REIV data on market trends and predictions. All sessions are held in the Mount Martha office.


#41Peninsula Herbal Dispensary Hamper

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Peninsula Herbal Dispensary & Naturopathic Clinic treat families, babies, children, teenagers, adults of all ages and animals with all types of health concerns. The hamper includes a Do-It-Yourself Organic Home Spa Kit, Elsa’s Wholesome Life Cookbook, Spirit Lift Therapeutic Tea, Tea for One Set and Sea Foam Soap.


#42Four Parks Pass for 1 Adult and bonus CamelBak Drink Bottle

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The pass entitles the holder to visit all four nature parks on Phillip Island within the next six months. This includes Churchill Island Heritage Farm, The Koala Conservation Centre, The Penguin Parade, and the Antarctic Journey at the Nobbies Centre.

Valid until 31 January 2019


#431 Adult Pass x 9 holes of golf

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Spring Park Golf Course is a 9-hole golf courses with beautifully maintained greens and well grassed fairways. The ample bunkering and water hazards combine to provide a course that is a challenge for golfers of all levels. In addition, a practice area with driving nets and a chip and putt area provide fantastic opportunities to improve your technique and accuracy.



#44Kids Quilt

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Unique handmade kids quilt featuring a geometric quilt design on one side and colourful leopard print on the reverse.



Glenys Lithgow

#452kg Handmade Weighted Bag

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Each 2kg weighted lap bag is filled with pellets and separated into sections to ensure balanced weight distribution. Sewn using quality fabrics, each bag comes with a removable extra cover. Bonus 1 x mini fidget/fiddle bag also included.


2 bags available to bid on

Handmade by Jan

#461kg Handmade Weighted Bag

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Each 1kg weighted lap bag is filled with pellets and separated into sections to ensure balanced weight distribution. Sewn using quality fabrics, each bag comes with a removable extra cover. Bonus 1 x mini fidget/fiddle bag also included.


3 bags available to bid on

Handmade by Jan

#47Handmade Sensory Soft Toy Bundle with bonus Kids Backpack

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Sewn using quality fabrics, the pack includes 2 x soft puzzles and 3 x mini fidget/fiddle bags.


Glenys Lithgow

#48Handmade Soy Candle

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This candle features the Lonely Sea heart and has 600g of creamy pure soy wax that will give you up to 80+ hours of burning. The Byron offers a subtle scent of vanilla with sweet almond, warming caramel and a mild twist of coconut. The Commonfolk Collective Candles are made with natural creamy pure soy wax, have no nasty chemicals or toxins, are blended with high grade Australian made fragrances, are lovingly poured on the Mornington Peninsula, use natural wicks and has a reusable jar.


#49$50 Kloudsac Voucher

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The secret that makes a KloudSac a KloudSac and leaves you feeling, is Dream Foam. Kloudsac source foam off cuts and tailings from sofas, mattresses and lounges made by the world’s leading furniture brands, combining a secret mix of four different foam densities shredded into golf ball sized pieces that when combined, causes anyone who sits into it to go into a sudden state of relaxation and happiness.



#501 x Creative Writing Gift Certificate and 1 x Signed Copy of ‘Curtis Creed and the Lore of the Ocean’ by Rebecca Fraser

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StoryCraft Creative writing workshops for aspiring authors of every age and ability across the Mornington Peninsula and beyond.


#51Iconic Framed Photo of John Lennon & Mick Jagger

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435mm square frame


#52Family Pass to Victorian Ballet ‘Snow White’

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The Victorian State Ballet’s production of ‘Snow White’ is a spectacular classical ballet rendition of this most famous of fairy tale stories. Performance at the Drum Theatre, corner Lonsdale and Walker streets Dandenong. Duration is 120 minutes including interval and is appropriate for all ages.

Sunday 12 August @ 2:30pm


#531 x goodnight fox print OR1 x digger print

2 prints available to bid on

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A bright and fun collection of kids art prints for boys and girls. Printspace® believe a young child’s bedroom should be a place where they feel safe and surrounded by art that is full of personality and fun.These 12” x 16” Prints are ready to frame.


#54One Hour use of Stretch Hummer

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Hummer Limousines are available for any event or special occasion. Fully equipped bars, luxury leather seats, LCD screens, DVD, CD players and ipod dock, a fully integrated sound system, fibre optic lighting together with neon and strobe lighting with also laser lighting and smoke machines.


#55Voucher for 18 Holes of midweek golf for 4 players and 2 carts

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Eagle Ridge is one of Victorias favourite public access courses and welcomes all golfers. A great game of golf awaits you at Eagle Ridge with reticulated fairways, greens and well manicured tees.Valid Mon-Fri until 30 March 2019 (not valid during school hoiidays)


#565th gen 32GB Apple iPad

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Powerful, portable and personal, with a 9.7-inch Retina display* in a thin, durable aluminium design that weighs less than 500 grams. iPad puts incredible capabilities in your hands, with a powerful A9 chip and an 8 megapixel camera.


#57Apple iPhone 8 64GB

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iPhone 8 is a new generation of iPhone. Designed with the most durable glass ever in a smartphone and a stronger, aerospace-grade aluminium band.


#58Lupine and Luna Arabella DressSize 2

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The Arabella dress is perfect for dressing up or for those days that need something a little special. Linen pinafore, tulle skirt with cotton lining.


#59Grey Ryker Jumper and Denim Jesse Overalls - Size 3

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Cross over hooded jumper in cotton brushed back fleece with a faux leather patch. Super soft and stretchy slim leg denim overalls featuring adjustable shoulder straps, front and back pockets and side button opening for easy dressing and changing.


#60Freya Dress and Apricot Collection Socks

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Made from the most beautiful Liberty of London cotton, the Freya dress features a fluttery sleeve, A- line fit and button closure. Comes with lilac coloured socks from the Apricot Collection.


#613 x Complimentary Barre PilatesClass Passes

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Barre Pilates is a total body workout fusing Pilates, ballet and yoga. Classes are designed to tone your entire body. We do weights, push ups, lots of leg work at the barre, floor core exercise and stretch and relaxation. A fun and challenging workout creating a leaner, fitter, stronger body. All ages welcome. Classes held at Mt Martha House.


#62$60 Sorrento Trattoria Voucher

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Established in 2005, Sorrento Trattoria consistently delivers seasonal, wholesome, traditional and modern home- style cooked meals in a welcoming atmosphere.



#63$25 Taco Bill Voucher

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Taco Bill provide you with Mexican food that is fresh, fun and affordable in a relaxed atmosphere, which the whole family can enjoy. Today, Taco Bill is one of the longest established Mexican restaurants in the country.



#64Stage 1 Swaddle UP Warm1 x Small (3.2-6kg) 1 x Medium (6-8.5kg) 1 x Large (8.5-11kg)

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Multi award winning SWADDLE UP™ design allows your baby to sleep in a more natural position with their ARMS UP™, giving them access to their hands so they can truly self-soothe. With a built-in bamboo quilt from the chest down and a 2.5 TOG rating, the SWADDLE UP™ Warm is like a cozy, comforting hug for your little one during cooler seasons.


3 sizes available to bid on


#65Stage 2 Swaddle UP 50/501 x Medium (6-8.5kg) 1 x Large (8.5-11kg) 1 x X-Large (11-14kg)

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The Swaddle UP™ 50/50 Warm 2.5 TOG is the easiest & gentlest way to help your baby graduate from swaddling, enabling you to zip off one wing at a time to allow your baby to slowly adjust to _arms free_ sleep. It features a 100% viscose from bamboo built-in quilted blanket for superior warmth & comfort, which is ideal for cool temperatures.


#66Stage 3 Sleep Suit - 1.0 TOG1 x Size 0 (6-12 months)1 x Size 1 (12-24 months)1 x Size 2 (24-36 months)

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1.0 TOG premium Sleep Suit with legs and convertible feet. This onesie style sleeping bag has a light built-in quilted blanket which is ideal for moderate temperatures. The 100% natural cotton outer & lining is gentle on delicate skin.




#67Stage 3 Sleep Suit - 0.2 TOG1 x Size 0 (6-12 months)1 x Size 1 (12-24 months)1 x Size 3 (36-48 months)

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The LOVE TO DREAM SLEEP SUIT™ is a 0.2 TOG premium Sleep Suit with legs & convertible feet. This sleeveless, onesie style sleeping bag is ideal for warmer temperatures, as it’s made from ultra-light Nuzzlin™ fabric; a new generation muslin fabric which is super soft & highly breathable, reducing the risk of overheating.


#68Double Pass to ‘From Venice to Madrid’by the Melbourne Chamber Orchestra

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Christoph Denoth is one of the world’s finest guitarists, renowned for his peerless musicality and expressive sensitivity. In his Australian debut, Christoph joins MCO for a passionate celebration of life, love, music and dance through music of Spain and Italy, including Vivaldi’s Guitar Concerto and music of Albéniz, Malats & Granados. Monday 17 September 2018 at 7:30pm (must be redeemed by 5pm Monday 10 September)


#692 x Cardinia Beaconhills Golf Links ‘Foot Golf’ Passes for 4 people

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Footgolf is a combination of soccer and golf and Cardinia Beaconhills Golf Links is the first golf course to offer this sport in Victoria. The objective of the game is to kick the soccer ball into an enlarged target hole in a golf course setting. It will take about an hour to complete a round of FootGolf (9 holes) for 2 people. Great fun for the whole family and with friends.

Valid until 30 June 2019.

Estimated Value $52.00 per passReserve $10.00 per pass

2 passes available to bid on

#706 x Music Lessons and a Ukulele

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Huge music school located in Frankston. Lessons available in all instruments for all ages and all levels and in all styles. Guitar Lessons, Drum Lessons, Singing Lessons, Keyboard Lessons, Piano Lessons, Violin Lessons, Bass Guitar Lessons, Flute Lessons, Clarinet and Sax lessons all available.

Valid until 19 August 2019


#71In Yard Jumbo Therapy Swing with bonus handmade Sensory Pack (heat pack, marble maze and lap fiddle toy)

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Therapy swing was designed for kids and teenagers with special need, and it can carry up to 165 lbs. Colour: Dark Blue


Lauren Moore and the Antoniou Family

#72$100 Baby Second Heaven Voucher

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Baby Second Heaven stock a huge range of New, Factory Seconds, Reconditioned and Second Hand Baby products. They also offer a pram repair service, they deal with all major brands including Buguboo, Baby Jogger, Stokke, Maclaren, Phil and Teds, Mountain Buggy and many many more.



#73$50 Come Fit and Go Voucher

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Come Fit and Go is a unique mobile service that comes to you in your own home and fits you for all your bra needs.

Valid until 1 December 2018


Julie Banjac

#74Premium 5kg Neptune Blanket with bonus 2.1kg Weighted Lap Bag

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The inner blankets are made with breathable cotton filled with a superior glass bead. Use this inner blanket on its own (without cover) in the warmer months. The outer cover is created with the softest of ultra-plush minky. The blankets are designed to be roughly 10% of a persons body weight and should not be used by anyone under the age of 2 or anyone that cannot lift the blanket off themselves without assistance. The 5kg blanket should be used by someone in the range of 40-50kgs. The blankets must not be folded over as this will increase the weight. The dimensions are 122cms x 198cms.


#75‘Pack up your home’ voucher

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Octagon Removals and Storage Mornington will kindly pack up your home before moving day (not the actual moving) includes packing supplies - boxes, paper, bubble wrap, tape etc.

(Mornington Peninsula Area only)Valid until 31 December 2018


#76Petite High Tea for Two

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A delicious assortment of cakes, petits fours, fresh baked scones, mini savouries and ribbon sandwiches elegantly presented on a fine bone china three tier high tea stand. The perfect high tea when you want to indulge, but not too much.

Valid Saturday or Sunday (expires 16 December 2018)


#77Grand High Tea for Two

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The Grand High Tea menu includes an indulgent assortment of petits fours, scones, ribbon sandwiches and savouries elegantly presented on a fine bone china three tier high tea stand. The perfect high tea for special occasions!

Valid Saturday or Sunday (expires 16 December 2018)


#78Girls Underwear Packs 2 x Size 2-3 1 x Size 3-4

3 packs available to bid on

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Established in 1959, as a family owned business, Caprice revolutionised the soft furnishing industry in Australia to become the first manufacturer to produce continuous sheer curtain fabric. Their diverse product range also includes licensed apparel including outerwear, sleepwear, underwear and accessories.

Estimated Value $30.00 per packReserve $6.00 per pack

#79Licensed Girls Clothing1 x Size 4 Pack 1 x Size 5-10 Pack

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#80Boys Underwear Packs1 x Size 2-3 1 x Size 3-4


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#81Licensed Boys Clothing1 x Size 23 x Size 41 x Size 5-61 x Size 7-83 x Size 10


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Caprice revolutionised the soft furnishing industry in Australia to become the first manufacturer to produce continuous sheer curtain fabric. Their diverse product range also includes outerwear, sleepwear, underwear and socks.


#82$50 Voucher

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Certificate can be redeemed for merchandise or services at any Costco Australia location excluding gasoline, online memberships or online renewals. Only available to current Costco members to purchase and redeem.



#83Stina’s Style Activity Play Mat

2 mats available to bid on

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Stina’s Style, home of the original handmade, reversible ActivityPlayMat. Activity Play Mats are reversible and the middle square is padded. The Arches are removable and come with babylinks and spots to hang toys + accessories off them.


#84Girls Size 6 Short Wetsuit

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ROXY™ Girls Syncro Series Short Sleeve Back Zip Wetsuit for girls. From their foundation in swimwear, ROXY is exclusively for girls and features best priced technical surf wear, wetsuits, rash vests, snow outerwear, base layers, snowboards, beach clothes for women, surf apparel, girl swimsuits, bikini, tankini, boardshorts, women’s active and fitness wear, including yoga and beach accessories, dresses, knits, sweaters, denim, footwear, boots, sandals, thongs, shorts, leggings, tops, watches and other accessories.


#85Trigger Bros Grey Marle Size 14Tracksuit Pants

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Made in Melbourne100% CottonPre-shrunkDesigned to fade


#86Havaianas ‘Minion’ Thongs3 x Size 261 x Size 32

4 pairs available to bid on

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The Minion edition of Brazil’s original and authentic flip-flops. One of the most amusing and fun models of Havaianas.


#87Handmade Blankets1 x Pink Knitted1 x Multi-Coloured Afghan

2 rugs available to bid on

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The pink knitted blanket is square cot size 114 x 114cm (45 x 45 inches)

The multi-coloured afghan is 120 x 218cm (47 x 85 inches) perfect for single bed or snuggle rug


The Macksville Community

#88$250 Urban Cowgirl Voucher

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A little bit city, a little bit country and a whole lot more. The Urban Cowgirl combines relaxed country comfort with urban chic. It is clothing that takes you from day to night and is not complicated. The Urban Cowgirl is a confident outdoorsy girl who takes charge of her own destiny. Her style is casual and effortless and she evokes the simple pleasures of sharing time with family and friends in the natural beauty of Australia.Urban Cowgirl Clothing is based in Mornington. They encourage their clients to shop online at www.urbancowgirl.com.au or drop into the factory, 2/3 Latham Street Mornington.


#89Uncle Jack Watch

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Uncle Jack is one of Australia’s fastest growing watch brands. Their unisex watch company from Melbourne is changing the game with fresh, modern & unique watches. They have created new styles of watches that have not been seen or done elsewhere.


#90Nicole Fendel Earrings and Tassel Clutch from Spider + Lily

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Teardrop earring with round moonstone from one of Australia’s leading jewellery designers, Melbourne based Nicole Fendel has continued to expand her much-loved range throughout the world.Spider + Lily collection is an eclectic combination of handcrafted textiles, quality fabrics and pretty detailing form gorgeous resort wear, textile bags, original accessories and bohemian homewares.The Tribe Tassel Clutch is the perfect addition to your night out...warm tan colouring screen printed cotton clutch with white tassel fringing.


#912 x Incipio Microsoft Surface 3 Vertical Nylon Sleeves

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Travel the world in lightweight, sophisticated style with the Asher™ Vertical Sleeve. Designed with a sturdy nylon exterior and comfortable faux fur lined padded interior, your Surface 3 will remain protected against the bumps and scratches of everyday wear and tear.


#92Mindful 2.0 Gift Pack

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Reduce stress, increase happiness and allow joy to emerge | Cultivate calm and ease, moment to moment | Strengthen healthier habits of mind | Deeper connections with self and those you love the most | Slow down and achieve morePack includes:2 x Complimentary Free Tickets to the upcoming event ‘Compassion in Action - From the Inside Out’ on Saturday 25 August2 x Books and 3 x Complimentary Coaching Sessions


#9312” Girls Bike

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Cool but classy ride that will make your little girls safe as they stroll around without the feeling of too pinkish. For ages 2 to 5.Peninsula Star Cycles is an iconic bicycle shop in Frankston holding the Avantiplus dealership.Proudly serving Frankston and local community from its home at 48 Playne Street for over 70 years, newspaper archives show that Frankston bike shop history started in Playne Street before 1914.The shop provides unparalleled customer service and it’s friendly and experienced staff have served generations of families with parents and grandparents having bought cycles from them, returning generation after generation.


#94Assorted Toy Packs


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The Moose Toy packs features much loved brands such as: Shopkins, Little Live Pets and Happy Places.The family run business has developed partnerships with organisations who share the vision to make a positive difference to the lives of children and their communities.

Estimated Value $95.00 per packReserve $20.00 per pack

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#95Winter Warriors Program

Monday 30 July – Sunday 26 August20 sessions a week to choose from, 7 days a week.

This 4 week program takes place every August and will definitely boot you out of your winter slump! With over 16 classes each week to choose from it’s a great way to train across all fitness components each week. It has quickly become a favourite with Reach Your Peak clients giving them plenty of flexibility with class times and variety with class choice.


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#963 x One Hour Group Fitness Classes

These weekly classes are designed and delivered to be highly effective workouts with lots of variety. Sessions are complete body workouts guaranteed to be challenging but still fun and social.


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#97One Hour Wellness Coaching Session with Danielle Grant

One Hour Wellness Coaching Session with Danielle Grant. Accredited Exercise Physiologist & Wellness Coach with 20 years experience.In a Wellness Coaching session your coach creates a supportive and non-judgemental environment to enable the creation of an effective action plan for your health and fitness goals. Working together you will discover what it is you really want, why you want it and what’s stopping you. This unique and confidential relationship between coach and client empowers you to focus on the pathway to lasting change.


1st Prize - Outdoor Entertaining Package valued at $2,497includes corner setting, patio heater and four-burner BBQ

3rd Prize - Picnic Basket valued at $249fabric lined with four-person setting including plates, cutlery, cups and cooler bag

2nd Prize - Summit Trampoline valued at $699designed in Australia and built using high quality materials with up to 200kg weight capacity

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Tickets on sale at the gala until 9pm

Fridge Magnet$2.50 each

Car Sticker$5.00 each

Embroidered Cotton Cap $20.00 each

Cotton Tea Towel$15.00 each

NEW Metal Keyring$10.00 each

Aluminium Drink Bottle$15.00 each

Abacus products on sale at the gala

All material is correct at the time of publication and is subject to change without notice.

Abacus Learning Centre215 High Street (PO Box 266)

Hastings VIC 3915

www.abacuslearning.org.au

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03 5979 8891

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