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Welcome & Happy Easter LL&L Legends!
Well Christmas is well and truly gone, Easter is now upon us. There is so much going on here on the Gold Coast where our Head Office is, with Commonwealth Games preparations in full swing and by the time this goes live we will well and truly have many guests visiting. With the games being held for the first time in a regional centre, there is no doubt an event of this size will impact the Gold Coast in many ways. Public Transport, roads, accommodation, venues, and other infrastructure will be put to the test. There has been one million tickets, which equates to this in visitors / spectators, 6600 athletes, 3500 media, and 50,000 games volunteers and workers, wow what a line up and opportunity not only for the Gold Coast and Queensland but Australia in general. I for one am very excited to watch how the city will come alive. We will be attending the netball and the beach volleyball.
We feel it so important to our family and our kids to be involved, however we will be escaping in the caravan for the majority of this time as it is Easter and school holidays and well – that’s just what we do. There is also so many exciting events happening. One of those events is the Kookaburra Homes Floatfest 2018, being held in South Australia, check out the feature article page 14 and if you can’t attend this year be sure to get it in the diary for next year. Own a boat? Thinking of buying a boat? We have a very informative article in this edition on the benefits of Dry Stack Storage for your boat and it is really worth the read. Dry stacking has many benefits and whether you are already a boat owner or looking to become one this style of storage is the answer. It is such a busy world we live in, this puts the fun even more back into boating.
As usual, we have had such a great response of contributors and clients to help bring this month’s edition to fruition and I could not be more grateful. To be able to do what I love day in day out, it is only because of these guys that it is possible, and of course all of our legend readers so thankful to you guys for checking it out every month
Until next edition - stay safe, travel lots, be kind and live life.
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Loving Life
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We’d love you to join us for #Floatfest18 on April 7th and 8th this year. We have enclosed a registration form for you to share around or you can register online https://floatfest2018.eventbrite.com.au There will be lots of fun activities including Sailability ($10 gives you 45minutes of fun sailing instruction time); Free SUP (Stand up Paddle Board instructions from 12 noon to 2pm). On Saturday only: Water confidence/water activities 12.30 pm. Canoe the Coorong will spend time on both days giving you tips and hints for on water canoeing/kayaking. And a roving circus workshop throughout the weekend.
THE JUNGLE COLLECTIVE The Jungle Collective is the brainchild of Linda Vydra and myself, Josh O’Meara. It came from the culmination of two of our loves, plants and parties but was thrust into existence due to a small stroke of misfortune. Following about my 12th concussion (mostly from football) I didn’t bounce back as I had previously and struggled particularly to look at screens, which was the backbone of my design business, Beetle Creative. After 3 or 4 months it was clear I needed a new direction and gardening was one of the great outlets. At the time there was a rapidly growing enthusiasm for plants in Melbourne, so we turned our lemons into lemonade, launched the Jungle Collective and haven’t looked back since.
For those unacquainted with The Jungle Collective, we throw massive pop-up indoor plant sales, which we currently run in Melbourne and Sydney. We have all of your indoor favourites but we’re always looking to push the boundaries too, seeking out rare and unusual plants that are hard to find anywhere else. Our events have numerous horticulturalists roaming around to answer any of your questions, helping you choose the right plant and giving great advice for it to flourish.
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Being pop-up, our sales have the advantage of a huge range, large quantities and all of our plants come fresh from the grower to you, meaning it’s all in tip top condition. Our sales are all about having fun and each week we throw in a novel idea for discounts, to keep things interesting. Last week in Sydney it was $5 off if you wear a onesie, in Melbourne it was $5 off if you bring a sausage dog (we want to get one but are currently semi-nomadic!). Our events have the trademark Jungle Bangers booming from the speakers to really set the tone and get our guests deep inside the Jungle. We have a designer inspo focus, with plenty of designer pots and tips for incorporating your new discoveries so apart from purifying your air, soothing your space and being great for mental health, they’ll also look their smoking best.
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THE days are getting shorter, nights getting longer and temperatures around the country are getting decidedly cooler. Summer is officially over and cold weather is creeping in, but that is no reason to stop embracing the caravanning and camping lifestyle. You can still enjoy warm weather and sunny days; it’s all about knowing where to go. Those southern states might be getting chilly, but if you venture further north there are plenty of options right at your fingertips just waiting to be explored. In tropical North Queensland- the aptly named ‘Sunshine State’- picturesque beaches, clear blue water, and native wildlife are right at your fingertips. Cairns Coconut Holiday Resort is a perfect oasis and offers easy access to both the Great Barrier Reef and the city. You can also make the most of activities in and around the resort including the SPLASH Water Park, tennis courts, snorkeling lessons and more. Alternatively, Island Gateway Holiday Park is just minutes away from the scenic Airlie Beach and offers an array of accommodation options ranging from affordable camping sites to Tropical Villas, for those wanting to spoil themselves and get outside the elements. The park offers accessibility to the Whitsunday, Hamilton, Daydream and Hayman Islands in addition to the Great Barrier Reef and all it encompasses. If you’re up for a trip to the warm Northern Territory, Hidden Valley Tourist Park is located just off the highway and offers giant shady trees and tropical gardens. The park also offers a range of accommodation including caravan and camping sites, villas, and cabins for those wanting to avoid the elements. It’s the ideal destination to make the most of all the Northern Territory has to offer: see the crocodiles, take a cruise to Darwin’s Harbour, or visit Kakadu National Park. If the latter particularly interests you, the Aurora Kakadu Lodge and Caravan Park is worth considering Located just outside of the Jabiru Township, the park is the perfect place to stay for exploring the National Park. In your downtime, you can relax in the landscaped gardens, enjoy a meal at the poolside bistro or have a swim in the ‘lagoon style’ pool. In the town of Jabiru you can take a stroll down to Lake Jabiru Park, utilize the other bushwalking trails and explore the woodlands and wetlands. For more information and tips to choose your next holiday destination, visit:
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CORPORATE TEAM BUILDING AT COURAN COVE ISLAND RESORT With so much to see and do in one visit, corporates and companies will be spoilt for choice when it comes to team building options at Couran Cove Island Resort. We offer everything from our newly created VR World through to Four Wheel Drive Tours on our Private & Pristine Surf Beach, Speed Boat, Tube and Jet Ski Rides, Tailored Yoga Sessions, Private Charters on our awesome “Entertainer” Vessel, Photography Tours, Dune Buggy Adventures and fun-filled Olympic-style Corporate Team Building Activities – so of which are outlined below.
TEAM BUIDING ACTIVITIES All of our Team Building Experiences are tailored for your group, company or business, after consultation with our Events Team and our Dedicated Activities Manager, to meet company expectations and challenge your team members and staff. We focus on appealing to all different personality types and physical abilities. All of our team building challenges and programs focus on team morale, communication, decision making, problem solving and leadership. Below are our descriptions for our most popular Team Building Programs but please contact our activities Manager at activities@courancove.com.au for details about all of our Team Building Programs. ISLAND SURVIVOR Based on the series “Survivor” the games and challenges are designed for a fun and quick decision making team building experience. Location: Around the Resort Lagoon Duration: 1.5hrs to 2.5hrs Designed: for teens and adults Min 20 participants Max 300 participant ISLAND SCAVENGR TREASURE HUNT A fun treasure hunt incorporating challenges and puzzles tailored for your groups requirements.
Location: All Resort Duration: 1.5hrs to 2.5hrs Options: Use of Bikes (Bike Hire Fees Apply) Designed for all ages Min 20 participants max 300 participants BEACH OLYMPICS A series of fun team challenges tuned towards displaying the teams coordination, planning, leadership and creativity. Location: Around the Resort Lagoon, Sunset Beach or Surf beach. The use of Bikes is required (Bike Hire Fees Apply) Duration: 1hr to 2 hrs Designed for all ages Min 10 participants max 200 participants OLYMPICS GAMES A fun team building experience, for all levels of fitness. This activity focuses on coordination, leadership, communication and team morale. Location: Sports Centre Duration: 1hr to 2.5hrs Designed for all ages Min 10 participants max of 300 participants
READY SET AND GO Based on a minute to win it games, “Ready, Set and Go” focusses on fun team building experiences and challenges your team in the areas of coordination, creativity and quick thinking. Location: Poolside Restaurant, Landy Jackson Conference Room or Surf Club Duration: 1hr to 2hrs Designed for all ages Min 10 participants Max 100 participants THE AMAZING ISLAND RACE Teams race around the island and go through various check points to complete different fun challenges, with road blocks or detours along the way. Location: All resort Options: Use of Bikes (Bike Hire Fees Apply) Duration: 1.5hrs to 2.5hrs Designed for all ages. Min 15 participants Max 300 participants GIANT HUMAN FOOSBALL Designed for a fun experience, our Giant Human Foosball makes for a fun team event and focuses on team leadership and communication. Location: Tennis Courts Duration: 1hr to 2hrs Designed for all ages Min 10 participants max of 200 participants In addition, during break and rest periods, team building experiences can be enhanced with Ice Breaker Sessions, Quick Fun Latin Dance Classes, Beer Ping Pong or tailored ideas as per client requests.
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You now also have the option of with a King or Queen sized bed. The kitchen has also increased in size and now features a cooktop with griller to go with the convection oven.
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Roadschooling
Roadschooling or homeschooling on the road/while travelling, is becoming more
and more popular as families of all types exchange their normal lives for a life
of adventure on an extended road trip. Some go for a few months, others for
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DISTANCE EDUCATION - CLASSES This option is perhaps the easiest to facilitate from a parent’s perspective, although it’s also the most impacting on your time. In simple terms, it’s much like normal school, in that your children has a teacher, attends classes, has work set and needs to adhere to work completion requirements, however you can effectively do it f rom anywhere 5IF nFYJCJMJUZ XJUI UIJT PQUJPO that is attending classes, is the lowest of the options presented as your child will need to be available from 9 - 3 to attend classes, albeit on a computer using an internet connection. Also the internet requirement can be challenging to accommodate if your desire is to travel through more remote areas where good internet connectivity NBZ CF MFTT BWBJMBCMF PS OPOFYJTUFOU
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this option, note this can be challenging
weekends), the burden on the parent is
anyone I’ve met doing this option
in itself.
much higher. Let’s just state that again,
nearly always plans something loosely
the burden on the parent is much
educational for the kids to engage in,
higher. The parent becomes completely
whether that’s a travel journal, daily
responsible for their child’s education,
reading time, educational games,
so this can’t be taken lightly and there
apps, etc.
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that your child will learn as much from
as good, we wouldn’t change it if we
the big wide world as they would in a
had the opportunity to do so.
classroom, perhaps even more?
WHY WE CHOOSE
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HOMESCHOOLING?
travelling family freedom, you must
Family Gap Year chose homeschooling
check with your state’s regulatory body
largely because the Distance Education
(or current school) as to whether you
options provided by Education QLD
can even do it. At a bare minimum,
appeared more rigid than those
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the duration of the trip. WHAT IS INVOLVED? We spoke to our regulatory body in QLD, the HEU or Homeschool Education Unit, and decided it was for us. We proceeded with an application to enrol the girls and that was accepted in May 2016, quite a few months after leaving on our journey. It’s worth noting that the application process in QLD was comprehensive to say the least. You have to prove you’ve got what it takes to educate your child to the required standard, which if you aren’t a teacher, can be challenging. WHAT FORMAL EDUCATION WAS PROVIDED?
We took a fairly simple approach to homeschooling by getting our kid’s book list from their previous school. The books covered the basics, reading
Grammar
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Film Club
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Reading Eggs
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Happy and safe travels, Leigh (& Yas) aka, Family Gap Year
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Keeping it Cold
There’s nothing better than getting the family outdoors to spend quality time together and create memories that can last a lifetime. Camping is easy, affordable and a great excuse to get away for a couple of days, leave electronic devises at home and enjoy fresh air and freedom.
» If you are only camping for a few days or you have access to ice, a good quality esky is a great option. » Freeze a meal before you go as it can work as a freezer brick and all you have to do is reheat it for dinner. » Use drinking water and freeze it in plastic bottles as it is great for keeping food cold and you can drink the water once it has defrosted. » Keep your esky in a cool area and ensure your food is secure from animals such as birds and marsupials. » If you are camping for extended periods of time or camping regularly, think about investing in an Engel. » Engels can be used as a fridge or a freezer, keeping your food at a stable temperature. If I am camping for long periods, I often use my Engel as a freezer and I take an esky as well. I freeze my meat and defrost it in the esky and I also freeze ice bricks for use in the esky. » A fridge is a great investment as it means you can camp for extended periods and know your food will be cold. You don’t need to worry about being near a shop and it means you can visit remote camp sites, eat as well and your food will remain cold.
If you haven’t camped before then maybe try a caravan park or a campsite with facilities and once you get your confidence, branch out to national parks or perhaps try bush camping. This guide lists some of the local caravan parks and national park camping areas which are easily accessible for the weekend. Whether it be on the beach in the bush or alongside a river, there are plenty of camping options available and many of these you can book in advance.
Video Link: Watch to see how Emma sets up her vehicle & what she takes when she goes on a remote camping adventure!
Video Link: Watch the video to see how Emma uses her Engel fridges.
Win Mum an this Mother’s Day! Engel are celebrating all Aussie Mums with this exciting giveaway! This Mother’s Day, you could win Mum a new MT45 40 litre portable fridge and an exclusive PINK transit bag to go with it! There’s only one pink Engel transit bag in the whole of Australia, which means it’s just as unique as your Mum! Tell us in 25 words or less why the Mum in your life is so special, and you could win her a new fridge for Mother’s Day! Competition period 9/4/18-30/4/18. Check our Facebook page for details.
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