Kids on the Coast Magazine - Sunshine Coast - Issue 57

kidsonthecoast ISSUE 57 | July/August 2013 | SUNSHINE COAST

HIGHER LEARNING

– A GUIDE TO STARTING HIGH SCHOOL

HAIR-CARE YOU CAN LIVE WITHOUT!

FOR FREE

FAST NUTRITION ON A BUDGET

BREAST, BOTTLE OR BOTH?

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4 From the Editor 4 The Social Gathering 6 WHAT'S NEWS 7 CHECK THIS OUT: New, fun and funky things 8 FEATURE: Busy? Get the right nutritional balance on a budget 16 NEW TO THE COAST 18 THE ‘P’ FILES: Their enjoyment, your sanity 24 EDUCATION: Voices on the Coast 28 EDUCATION: Higher Learning 38 CALENDAR OF EVENTS: Find out what’s happening on the

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BABIES ON THE COAST: Breast, bottle, both?

ONLY NATURAL: Natural hair care PARENTVILLE: There's a hole in my bucket list GOOD HEALTH: Pregnancy and vitamins PROFILE: Meet Molly Stewart IT’S ALL ABOUT YOU! LET’S CELEBRATE: Theme parties HAPPY HOLIDAYS: Top five family adventures

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in South America 74 REVIEWS

Coast during July and August

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T hesocialgathering Do your kids kick their blankets off during the night? How are you keeping warm?

Reader Debbie: My 4 yr old daughter will sneak into our bed sometimes during the night. And I won't know till next morning!

Welcome to

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We only just managed to beat the winter chill for our move: the KIDS team have settled into our new office in Eumundi. It has been an eventful few months – moving office, a growing team and a new magazine launch in August: Kids in the City, our Brisbane magazine.

This is great news for Coast readers as it means our website will have even more articles and news stories, as well as being a great source of things to do and places to go in Brisbane as well as the Sunshine and Gold Coasts.

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All of our articles are online and you can comment and discuss the topics on our website. We add topical news stories regularly as well as blogs, new articles and product, app and book reviews. Please feel free to contact me via Facebook. com/kidsonthecoast, our website or email. And of course, keep an eye out for the stories, reviews, news and competitions that are added almost daily to our website!

Jackie Goldston Editor

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Putting your phone away and paying attention to those talking to you?

There's App for that its called "RESPECT!"

We have not forgotten where we started and this issue have teamed up with two new mums’ who have created a fantastic family guide of places to go and things to do on a budget. Thinking of budgets, we also asked the Cancer Council to help us with some ideas for how to pull together healthy, quick and cost effective meals for families.

Since I started as editor of Kids on the Coast I have always wanted to run a story on breast, bottle and complementary feeding. This month we discuss all three. We are so often judged for the choices we make as parents; however it is important to remember that each of us is travelling a slightly different path and we need to be there to support the best decision for the parent and child. I hope you agree that we have offered a balanced overview and would love to hear your thoughts online.

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HIGHER LEARNING – A GUIDE TO STARTING HIGH SCHOOL

HAIR-CARE YOU CAN LIVE WITHOUT!

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FAST NUTRITION ON A BUDGET

BREAST, BOTTLE OR BOTH?

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EDITORIAL CONTRIBUTIONS FOR ISSUE 57: Hayley Findlay, Nic Makim, Meg Hall, Cassy Small, Kim Lahey, Katie Clift, Helen Kelly, Aleney de Winter COVER:

Photography by Jennifer Oliphant Photography. Artwork by Alana Falk Special thank you to Amalia and Jaxson.

Outfits courtesy of Porgie and Pie, Marcoola.

Kids on the Coast magazine is printed with vegetable/soy based inks on paper supplied using pulp sourced from sustainable forests and manufactured to environmentally accredited systems.

Kids on the Coast encourages recycling.

Please keep this issue for future reference, pass onto your friends and family, use for craft projects or place into the recycling bin.

PUBLISHED BY: THINGS 4 KIDS PTY LTD. PO Box 491, Eumundi QLD 4562 PHONE: 1300 430 320 FAX: 07 5471 2372 WEB: www.kidsonthecoast.com.au ABN: 86 473 357 391. All editorial and advertising in Kids on the Coast is published in good faith based on material, verbal or written, provided by contributors and advertisers. No responsibility is taken for errors or omissions and opinions expressed do not necessarily reflect those of the publisher. All material in Kids on the Coast is subject to copyright provisions. No part of this publication may be reproduced without written permission from the publisher. Feedback/comments/suggestions? Send to: editorial@kidsonthecoast. com.au. We aim to reply to all correspondence but don’t guarantee to do so. Letters to the editor may be edited for length or clarity.

PUBLISHER: Toni Eggleston ASSOCIATE PUBLISHER: Simone Bell EDITOR: Jackie Goldston ADVERTISING: For advertising enquiries please phone Renee 1300 430 320 or email: advertising@kidsonthecoast.com.au LOCAL BUSINESS DIRECTORY: Speak with your advertising coordinator or email: advertising@kidsonthecoast.com.au Production Department: Email: production@kidsonthecoast.com.au ADMINISTRATION: Kellie Kruger PRINTING BY: Print Works PHONE: 07 3865 4433 DISTRIBUTION: Kids on the Coast (Sunshine Coast edition) is a free publication circulating over 20,000 copies from Caloundra to Noosa and through the hinterland. Separate edition cover Brisbane and the Gold Coast. For distribution enquiries please phone: 1300 430 320 or email: admin@kidsonthecoast.com.au GRAPHIC DESIGN: Kate Jones & Alana Falk www.kidsonthecoast.com.au

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Whatsnews

In 2013/14, Council will spend: $60 million on parks, trails and sports facilities $12 million on libraries including programs, services, resources and facilities $6 million on pathways Check out our article on family friendly activities taking advantage of Council facilities on page 18

DID YOU KNOW

Stay up to date with your local community news. If you have any unique news that you’d like to share, please contact our editor on editorial@kidsonthecoast.com.au

DON’T MISS THE EKKA! More than 400,000 people will come together at the 2013 Royal Queensland Show (Ekka) in Brisbane from August 8 to 17. Showcasing the best of Queensland – from the city to the country – Ekka features more than 10,000 animals; 23,000 competition entries; a smorgasbord of award-winning food and wine; and hours of family entertainment. Ekka 2013 will also be the first opportunity for Queenslanders to enjoy the stunning new Royal International Convention Centre with high end fashion, food and wine; dog ‘best in show’ competition and Queensland’s best fruit and vegetable exhibits. All the traditional favourites will be back again this year including rides, showbags, the RACQ Insurance Animal Nursery, and iconic strawberry sundae. From dawn to dusk, there will be plenty to do, to taste, to see and to smell. www.ekka.com.au

TIME TO PLAY High-intensity active video games can be good for children's health, according to researchers from The University of Western Australia. Researchers found that children playing a high-intensity video game used as much energy as if they were exercising moderately, and that high-intensity gaming improved children's cardiovascular health.

"Our research supports the growing notion that high-intensity activity is good for children and raises the potential for the inclusion of intensive exergames in the recommendations to improve health in children" co-author Dr Naylor explained.

COMMUNITY NEWS

Help find a Cure for Diabetes The Sunshine Coast Walk to Cure Diabetes is on the 18th August at Cotton Tree Park.

This is an annual community event where you can enjoy a healthy day of fun family activities and find out why it is so important to keep supporting Australian type 1 diabetes research and awareness.

This year is going to be bigger and better than ever with lots of entertainment, sausage sizzle, fantastic stalls, a jumping castle, family fitness, face painting and so much more.

You can register online before the day or at the event. Visit www.jdrf.org.au for more information.

MudFEST August will see thousands of locals of all ages dive in mud pits, clamber over obstacles, crawl through tunnels, jump over hay bales, leap through car tyres and slither down mud slides all in the name of fun, fitness and education.

The inaugural MudFest event offers a 2km mud obstacle course giving kids, teenagers and fun-loving adults the chance to get muddy

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with a buddy on the Sunshine Coast. A 1km short-cut is available for those who want it, and an Under 8’s kiddy piggy event will muddy up even the youngest locals, with the event expected to sell-out quickly. “There will be plenty of mud and plenty of fun, it’s a sure way to bring a smile to your face and a unique opportunity to let loose and go a little crazy

for a while,” event organiser Judd Armstrong shared. MudFest is an initiative of Immanuel Lutheran College Parents and Friends Association. MudFest will be held at Wises Farm, Wises Road, Maroochydore from 8am on Saturday 10 August as part of the Immanuel Spring Fair Fruehlingsfest. Register online at www.mudfest.net.au www.kidsonthecoast.com.au

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BUSY? Get the right nutritional balance on a budget

By Katie Clift, Cancer Council Queensland

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e all know the feeling. The grind of the daily routine gets busier and busier, and it gets harder and harder for us to prepare breakfasts, lunches, dinners and snacks that tick all the ‘nutritionally recommended’ boxes day in, day out…

And then there’s conflicting advice from friends and family… the never-ending Instagram and Facebook pictures of incredible, hearty meals (whipped up in no time, we’re assured), and daily breaking news about the introduction of must-have ‘superfoods’ and blogs about their benefit.

How DO modern, Queensland families stay on top of the demands of a busy life (made even busier by things like social networking) and make sure they pump out healthy, wellbalanced meals every day – and, for most of us – on a budget?!

Research shows we’re not alone if we feel this way – the majority of us are finding it in-

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creasingly difficult. The latest Queensland Chief Health Officer’s Report shows only 7.4 per cent of the state’s adults and one in five children aged 16-17 years are getting the recommended daily dose of fruits and vegetables.

On top of that, a third of adults and half of all Queensland children are eating takeaway food weekly – and 14 per cent of adults and 7 per cent of kids consume soft drink daily.

I know what you might be thinking, ‘okay, stat overload’! But it’s alarming. The majority of Queensland adults and one in five children are overweight; one in four adults and one in 10 children are obese.

High body mass is now the leading cause of premature death and disability in Queensland; yes, it overtook tobacco six years ago – back in 2007.

So, we have a problem. We’re increasingly living busier and unhealthier lives.

Here at Cancer Council Queensland, we’re working hard to turn that around. We know that

up to one-third of all cancers are preventable due to simple lifestyle adjustments, including quitting smoking, reducing sun exposure, improving diet, limiting alcohol consumption, planning exercise and maintaining a healthy weight.

It’s more important than ever to find quick and easy ways to plate-up nutritious meals for our whole family and there a bunch of resources and recipes that have been tried and tested.

They are evidence based and recommended to help reduce your risk of some cancers, and a range of chronic diseases.

We’ve compiled our recommendations for a healthy diet, some hints and tips to make it work efficiently and on a budget, and included some healthy recipes to get you kick-started. It’s important to remember that with patience and planning, you can achieve health and nutrition for your whole family – all the while reducing your risk of cancer, and a range of other chronic diseases.

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Feature FRUITS AND VEGETABLES Queensland adults should be aiming to eat at least two serves of fruit and five serves of vegetables every day. Eating plenty of fruit and vegetables may lower your risk of developing cancers of the mouth, throat, oesophagus, stomach, bowel and lung.

Fruit and vegetables contain natural substances, such as antioxidants, that can destroy cancer-causing agents. They are low in fat, high in fibre and are excellent foods for helping you maintain a healthy weight.

For fruit – one serve is considered an apple; perhaps two small pieces of apricots or one cup of chopped or canned fruit (go for fruit canned in natural juice). One serve of vegetables could be one medium potato, one cup of salad veggies or half a cup of cooked veggies or legumes – just to name a few ideas!

To increase your fruit and vegetable consumption, try these simple tips: • Buy fresh fruit and vegetables weekly.

• Enjoy fruit as a snack or for dessert.

• Include salad with your lunch.

• Fill half your dinner plate with vegetables.

• Adapt recipes to include more vegetables.

• Include at least three different coloured vegetables with your main meal.

VITAMINS, MINERALS AND JUICE For most healthy people, vitamin and mineral supplements are not necessary when eating well. Getting vitamins and minerals from tablets is not as good as getting them naturally from food – you may miss out on many other beneficial substances such as fibre and antioxidants.

And if we’re talking juice, fruit and vegetable juices are a good source of vitamins and minerals; however juice contains only a fraction of the fibre of whole fruit or vegetables, and can be high in sugar. Enjoy fruit and vegetables regularly and juice in moderation.

WHOLEGRAIN, WHOLEMEAL AND HIGH FIBRE FOODS It’s also important to eat a variety of wholegrain, wholemeal and high fibre foods such as cereals, breads, rice and pasta.

Wholegrain foods help to ensure a healthy digestive system and can help lower your risk of bowel cancer.

Wholegrain foods contain high levels of fibre, resistant starch and natural protective substances, such as antioxidants.

The amount you need varies depending on your activity level, age and sex.

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Half of all Queensland children are eating takeaway food weekly – and 14% of adults and 7% of kids consume soft drink daily to six serves of bread and cereal foods daily.

An example of a serve is: • One medium bread roll.

• Two slices of bread.

• One cup of cooked rice, pasta or noodles.

• One cup of porridge or breakfast flakes.

• Half a cup of muesli.

MEAT Adults should eat moderate amounts of lean red meat and limit or avoid processed meats.

A high intake of red meat (particularly processed meat) is associated with an increased risk of bowel cancer. Eat no more than three or four 65-100g serves of lean red meat each week.

On other days try alternatives such as: • 80 -120g of fish.

• 65 -100g of skinless chicken.

• Two small eggs.

• 1/3 cup unsalted nuts or legumes (such as lentils and chickpeas).

Limit or avoid eating processed meats such as ham, sausages, bacon, salami and other deli meats.

SALT, SUGAR AND FAT Choose foods that are low in salt, sugar and fat, particularly saturated fat.

Diets high in salt have been linked to an increase in stomach cancer and can lead to high blood pressure.

Switch to a reduced-salt diet and flavour foods with herbs and spices instead. When shopping, read labels on packaged foods and choose products with less sodium (salt). Look for low salt, no added salt, unsalted or salt-reduced products.

Limit your intake of foods with a lot of added sugar, such as soft drinks, cordials, lollies, biscuits and cakes.

Select foods that are low in fat, particularly saturated fat. Use ‘good’ polyunsaturated and monounsaturated fats instead.

Some examples of these include olive, canola and sunflower oils; avocado, nuts and seeds; oily fish; and polyunsaturated and monounsaturated margarines.

Bad fats are saturated fats which include butter and the fat found in most pre-packaged biscuits and cakes.

BAKING It is easy to make your favourite recipes healthier by making some small changes to the quantity and types of ingredients you use. Here are some ideas to help you get started: • Use wholemeal flour instead of regular flour – or use half and half.

• Try to limit the amount of butter or margarine used, when required choose a salt-reduced option or consider using vegetable oil instead.

• If a recipe calls for chocolate chips use a small amount of good quality dark chocolate – it has a stronger flavour so you won’t need as much.

• Instead of cream, use lightly whipped low-fat ricotta on cakes, scones, pikelets and muffins.

• Add dried or fresh fruit to cakes, muffins and slices.

• Reduce the amount of sugar in the recipe – you can usually reduce the amount by onethird without affecting the recipe.

Many of us can feel overwhelmed when setting out to overhaul our lifestyle for better health.

These guidelines about the types of foods and quantities we should eat are a great place to start. Some of the hints and tips can help you make small adjustments that don’t require a lot of time, money or effort, but can make a big difference to your overall health, and the health of your family.

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RECIPES

WINTER WARMING PORRIDGE • 1/3 cup quick oats • ½ cup reduced fat milk • ½ cup water Toppings: • ¼ tsp ground nutmeg and 1 tbsp honey • 1 tbsp cup chopped unsalted nuts (e.g. walnuts or pecans) and 1 tbsp chopped dates • 2 tbsp chopped dried apricots and 1 tsp flax seeds or pepitas • ¼ diced green apple and ¼ tsp ground cinnamon Combine oats, water and milk in a saucepan. Cook, stirring, on a low heat, until mixture thickens. Add desired topping and serve.

DRIED FRUIT COMPOTE • 2 cups mixed dried fruit (e.g. apricots, sultanas, apple, peach, pear, prunes) • Juice and rind of 1-2 oranges • 1-2 cinnamon quills • Water Combine dried fruit, rind, orange juice and cinnamon in a saucepan. Add enough water to just cover fruit. Cook stirring until sauce thickens and fruit softens.

Alternatively, add all ingredients to a bowl and refrigerate overnight. Place refrigerated mixture in a saucepan and cook as above.

CREAMY RICE PUDDING • ½ cup rice • 2 cups reduced fat milk • 1 tsp ground mixed spice • 2 tbsp sultanas Add all ingredients to a saucepan. Cook, stirring, until rice is tender and has absorbed all the liquid. Serve warm or allow rice to cool in the fridge, for a great chilled snack!

CREAMY POTATO AND LEEK SOUP • 1kg potatoes, peeled and diced • 2 leeks, sliced • 2 tsp caraway seeds • 2L vegetable or chicken stock (salt-reduced) • Reduced-fat greek yoghurt to serve • Small amount of spray oil Spray a large saucepan with a small amount of cooking oil. Add leeks and caraway seeds and cook, stirring until leeks are soft.

Add potato and stock. Simmer for approximately one hour or until potatoes are soft and fall apart easily. Remove from heat and blend until smooth using a blender, food processor or stick blender. Add a dollop of Greek yoghurt before serving.

VEGETABLE AND LENTIL SOUP • 2 cups red lentils • 2 carrots, peeled and diced • 4 celery sticks, chopped • 2L vegetable or chicken stock, salt-reduced • 1 onion, peeled and diced • Spray oil Spray a large saucepan with oil. Cook onion until soft. Add lentils, carrot, celery and stock. Simmer on low heat until vegetables are soft and lentils fall apart. Serve.

MINESTRONE SOUP • 1 onion, peeled and diced • 2 cloves garlic, crushed • 1 carrot, peeled and diced • 1 zucchini, diced • 1 can diced tomatoes (salt-reduced) • 2 sticks celery, chopped • 150g mushrooms, chopped • 2 potatoes, peeled and diced • Fresh herbs, chopped • ¼ cup small pasta shapes • 2L vegetable or chicken stock, salt-reduced • Small amount of spray oil Spray a large saucepan with oil, add garlic and onion and cook until soft. Add carrot, zucchini, celery, mushrooms and potato and stir to combine. Add diced tomatoes, stock and extra water if needed. Simmer on a low heat for approximately one hour or until vegetables are tender. Add pasta shapes and cook for another few minutes until the shapes are cooked through. Add fresh herbs and serve.

PUMPKIN AND SWEET POTATO SOUP • ¼ large pumpkin, skin and seeds removed, roughly chopped • 1 large sweet potato, peeled and chopped • 3-4 potatoes, peeled and chopped • 2L chicken or vegetable stock (salt-reduced) • 125ml can light evaporated milk • Chopped chives Combine pumpkin, sweet potato, potato and stock in a large saucepan. Cook on a low heat until vegetables are soft. Remove from heat and blend until smooth. Add evaporated milk and top with chives. Serve with wholegrain rolls.

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RECIPES

BEEF AND VEGETABLE CASSEROLE • 300g lean beef steak • 1 onion, peeled and sliced • 2 cloves garlic, crushed • 2 cans diced tomatoes, salt-reduced • 2 carrots, peeled and chopped • 2 zucchini, chopped • 200g mushrooms, halved • 2 tbsp tomato paste, salt-reduced • 1 sweet potato, peeled and chopped • Fresh herbs, chopped • Spray oil Spray a large saucepan or slow cooker with spray oil. Add onion, garlic and beef and cook until beef is browned and onion is soft. Add other vegetables and diced tomatoes to the pan. Simmer, covered, on a low heat for several hours until beef and vegetables are tender. Add chopped herbs.

Serve with mashed potato.

CHILLI CON CARNE • 1 can four bean mix, drained and rinsed • 2 cans diced tomatoes, salt-reduced • 400g lean mince • 2 onions, peeled and diced • 2 cloves garlic, crushed • 2 tsp paprika • 2 tsp ground cumin • 2 tsp chilli powder • 1 tbsp red wine vinegar • 1 tbsp brown sugar • Spray oil Spray a large saucepan with a small amount of oil. Add garlic, onion and mince and cook until onion is soft and mince is browned. Add spices, sugar, vinegar and canned tomatoes. Cook, covered, over a low heat for approximately one hour until thickened. Stir occasionally to prevent mixture from sticking to pan. Add beans and stir through mixture until warmed through.

Serve with tortillas.

VEGETABLE AND CHICK PEA CASSEROLE • 1 onion, peeled and diced • 2 cloves garlic, crushed • 2 large potatoes, peeled and chopped • 1 sweet potato, peeled and chopped • 2 zucchini, chopped • 2 carrots, peeled and chopped • ½ small cauliflower, chopped into florets • 1 can chickpeas, drained and rinsed • 2 cans diced tomatoes, salt-reduced • 1 cup vegetable stock, salt-reduced • Spray oil Spray a large saucepan or slow cooker with oil. Cook onion and garlic until onion is soft.

Add vegetables, stock, and canned tomatoes. Cook, covered, over a low heat for approximately one hour or until vegetables are tender but not falling apart. Add chickpeas and cook for another 10-15 minutes.

As an alternative add two tbsp curry powder along with vegetables to make a tasty vegetarian curry. Serve with a dollop of light sour cream.

LEMON AND HONEY DRINK • Herbal tea bag (e.g. chamomile tea) • 2-3 tsp fresh lemon juice • 2-3 tsp honey • Water Place teabag in a cup, add boiling water and let sit for a few minutes before removing teabag. Add honey and lemon juice to taste. Mix well until honey dissolves. Serve.

CHAI TEA • 1 star anise • 10 whole cloves • ½ tsp ground allspice • ½ tsp ground cinnamon • ½ tsp ground cardamon • 1 cup milk Place spices and milk in a small saucepan.

Cook on low heat until spices are aromatic.

Strain into a cup to serve. Alternatively brew spices in a pot with your favourite blend of tea, strain into a cup and add milk to serve.

GINGER AND LEMON DRINK • 1-2 tsp grated fresh ginger • 1-2 tsp fresh lemon juice • 1-2 tsp honey • Water Place ginger, lemon juice and honey in a cup and add boiling water. Stir until honey dissolves and let sit for a few minutes before serving.

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DE At DanceEdge we have classes for everyone! From the serious dancer to those just wanting to have fun. Classes range from 3 yrs through to adults.

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NEW TO THE COAST New to the Coast shares exciting new changes and products by local businesses that cater to Sunshine Coast parents and families. We think local kids and parents deserve just as much choice, style, fun, innovation and value for money as those living anywhere else. So if you agree, please join us in helping these new ventures to get off the ground by taking a look at what they’ve got to offer.

And if you’ve got a new business you want to spread the word on, let us know!

Occupational Therapy for Children Di Collis has 25 years of experience as an Occupational Therapist working with children with health conditions, developmental delay and learning difficulties. Di can do home, kindy and school visits or treat children at her home in Buderim.

After an assessment, Di will develop an action plan with parents that might include therapy, home program and review.

Call Di on 0421155345 or email dianne_collis@bigpond.com to discuss your child’s needs.

Breast Milk Bar Breast Milk Bar is a networking group supported by Yvette Wensley a Midwife and Lactation Consultant.

“It is my aim to provide a friendly place to feed babies, provide information and support to mothers in the postnatal period.

I empower mothers to make choices that feel right for them.”

Breast Milk Bar meets fortnightly at Buderim Goodlife Community Centre.

For session times and details contact Yvette on 0407 713 084 or visit the website www.breastmilkbar.com.au

Kids Space in Style The beautiful new Domayne is open at the Maroochydore Homemaker Centre. With a passion for fashion and design, Domayne is emerging as one of Australia's leading retailers in Furniture, Bedding and Homewares.

Proudly supporting Australian-Made products and sourcing unique pieces internationally, they offer a wide range of products to turn any house into a home! At Domayne they believe value is key; you should never have to compromise on style or affordability which is why they offer a wide range of products to suit all budgets and lifestyles.

Domayne offers many solutions for your home, including offering helpful advice for decorating your kids’ rooms. So, what are the key things to consider when decorating a kids room?

• DON’T use wall colours that will date quickly. Often, it is best to use a neutral pallet and introduce key colours with homewares pieces such as prints and cushions.

• DON’T be too age specific. Try and keep the room age-appropriate but not so specific that it needs to be redone every 12 months.

• Lots of storage space! Kids have lots of toys and books – make sure there’s ample room to keep them tidy. Beds with built-in storage underneath are ideal for small bedrooms.

• Pinboards are great as they allow kids to showcase their favourite works of art - without destroying the walls!

• A quality mattress, pillow and quilt are essential for growing bodies.

Plus a good night’s sleep for junior means a good night’s sleep for Mum and Dad, too!

Visit the beautiful Maroochydore showrooms and be inspired to create a new look for your home!

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Give Your Child the Best Start in Life Arts and Jiu-Jitsu also develop a high level of discipline that stems through to how they focus and behave on a daily basis, in the classroom or at home.

2. Strength: Physical and mental strength can be one of the most valuable components to carry through life. Children are encouraged to push their limits in both areas, which help them to stay fit, positive minded and on the right path to reaching they’re full potential in life.

3. Respect: The instructors at Infinity work one on one with the students and strive on ensuring that all children learn the art of respect, teaching them to behave appropriately and hold a high regard for teachers, parents and other mentors that are present throughout their life.

4. Honour: All children will have the opportunity overtime to progress through a coloured belt system. This provides the building blocks for learning how to set and achieve goals. The Honour brings a positive social standing and more importantly improves their overall self-evaluation.

Your child deserves the best start in life and by enrolling them in one of the fantastic programs at Infinity Martial Arts you will be allowing them to be exposed to a range of invaluable life lessons that will provide the building blocks for achieving goals throughout their whole life; while also tackling and preventing self-confidence, bullying and socialisation issues.

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5. Personal Safety: Students are trained to defend themselves against bullies in and out of the schoolyard. We teach non-violent ways to deal with the bully as well as providing valuable tools to make sure they don’t develop into a bully themselves.

Classes start for children as young as 3 and everyone is encouraged to come along for a free trial class to begin with to see what all the fun is about.

Academies are located in Noosa, Maroochydore and Currimundi.

For more information on the kids classes call Infinity Martial Arts on 1300 853 161 or email: classes@InfinityMartialArts.com.au

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your sanity

THEIR ENJOYMENT GETTING OUT OF THE HOUSE ON A BUDGET

By Helen Kelly and Hayley Findlay Employees of Sunshine Coast Council and mums to 17 month old boys

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here’s no doubt about it, entertaining your baby, toddler or older child has its ups and downs.

Sometimes just getting out of the house can be a daunting experience from packing kids paraphernalia, coordinating sleep schedules, finding change facilities, available shade, finding entertainment for different aged children, affording trips out…the list goes on.

But, when you get there, watching them grow, learn, laugh and play makes juggling the logistics worth it, plus it has the added benefit of keeping you sane! We are fortunate that the Sunshine Coast Council has the basics covered when it comes to getting out and about.

As well as providing a vast network of libraries, galleries, entertainment venues, parks, playgrounds and sporting facilities, it runs a huge range of free and low cost activities, programs and events that will make entertaining your tot a breeze.

MORE THAN JUST BOOKS Sunshine Coast libraries offer a great range of activities, programs, events and services that help you entertain, engage and support your children.

Most are free and are a great way to meet other parents.

There is also a huge range of information on the council’s library website including free online tutors to help with homework, literacy and learning tools and a host of useful web links and advice.

Storytelling sessions for babies, toddlers, the under 5’s and parents occur regularly at every library across the Sunshine Coast and are free! It’s a great way to introduce your child to language and reading. There’s no need to book, simply turn up and enjoy.

The Corner is a space within the children’s library designed to encourage curious and crea-

tive ideas for under 8’s and their families. The space offers children and parents the freedom to experiment and play with objects and ideas.

The Corner provides the opportunity for children to explore, create, think and invent. Children can build something familiar out of the unfamiliar or create something unexpected out of the expected.

Play is vital to a child’s development. Everything a child does, or doesn’t do, influences their development. A child’s brain is rapidly developing in the early years and creating a network of skills that are built on throughout their lives. By the age of five, a child has learnt most of the basic skills needed to survive. Children are encouraged to play, explore and create in the Corner.

Sunshine Coast Libraries has Corner installations at Beerwah, Caloundra, Kawana and Maroochydore Libraries from mid-March 2013 through to July 2013. Each day there will be arts activities led by library staff based on the Corner.

The ‘Curious Corner’ is located at Beerwah and Kawana Libraries whilst the new ‘Look! Picture Book’ Corner is installed at Caloundra and Maroochydore Libraries.

Contact the branch to find out about activities for either the ‘Curious Corner’ or ‘Look! Picture Book’. Staff are available Monday to Friday to assist children and parents in the Corner.

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T he P Files The toy library is a great way to test out different types of toys before you buy them in the shops and if you have children who come to visit but don’t want to buy a lot of toys, it’s the perfect solution.

GET ARTY The Sunshine Coast Galleries provide creative and exciting programs for youngsters to engage and explore visual arts and gallery exhibitions.

Head to council’s website to find out about the exciting range of events, activities and workshops available at council’s three galleries—Caloundra Regional Gallery, Noosa Regional Gallery and the Butter Factory Arts Centre in Cooroy.

PERFORMANCE VENUES Council’s Community and Performance Venues host a range of children’s activities throughout the year. During every school holiday period there are a range of activities for all ages at the four major venues – The J in Noosa, The Events Centre, Caloundra, Nambour Civic Centre and the Lake Kawana Community Centre. Activities vary each school holiday period and have included art workshops, movies, jumping castles, IPAD movie making workshops and theatre shows.

Throughout the year, there are also a variety of professional theatre shows for all ages across the venues. Shows coming up this year include ‘Cinderella @ The Disco’, ‘Nadia & The Blue Flamingo’, circus workshops and much more. For more information visit our website www.scvenuesandevents.com.au" www.scvenuesandevents. com.au

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OUT AND ABOUT ON THE COAST There are literally hundreds of playgrounds, parks, walks, BMX and skate parks on the Sunshine Coast. To find one in your local area head to the places and spaces directory on council’s website. Simply select your suburb and the facilities you’re looking for to generate a list. Some of the smaller neighbourhood playgrounds offer a really unique user experience, so make a list, visit them one by one to give your kids a treat every time.

PLAYGROUND HIGHLIGHTS: COTTON TREE PARK, THE ESPLANADE, MAROOCHYDORE This waterfront playground is beautifully diverse.

The playground has a liberty swing, which is especially designed for children with a disability, plus all the usual suspects, swings, slides and climbing structures.

But it’s the location and setting that make this park a real winner. The park boasts lots of open space with plenty of natural shade making it perfect for ball games and picnics and with lots of walkways throughout the park, it’s great for pram pushing and safe cycling.

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KENILWORTH TOWN PARK, CHARLES STREET, KENILWORTH This is a fantastic playground with equipment to suit all ages. From a helicopter ride and fort to climbing frames, sand diggers, bouncers and slides, it really does have something for everyone. The playground is fully fenced with an enclosed area especially for younger tots.

PIONEER PARK, LANDSBOROUGH This really is an innovative playground, with a huge range of elements to explore. The equipment caters for all ages and is both fun and challenging. You’ll find a pioneer-style cottage complete with play kitchen, veranda and ramp, sensor noise-making devices, textured surfacing for touch, sensory garden beds, equal access pathways, flying fox, hammock, climbing ropes, sand and water play tables, shaking rock, swings. It is a great park for parents to relax while watching their children play.

SKIPPY PARK RECREATION PRECINCT, LANDSBOROUGH The playground in this precinct offers a completely new experience. Rather than built structures, you’ll find natural play features such as climbing trees and stepping stones, climbing nets and a

library activities by age BABIES 0-12 MONTHS 10 Minutes a Day: Baby Rhyme Time – 4 week program in alternating months.

Songs, rhymes and baby talk.

Locations: Nambour, Caloundra, Noosa, Maroochydore, Cooroy, Coolum.

INFANTS UP TO 2 YEARS 10 Minutes a Day: Baby Rhyme Time – regular, every week throughout the year.

Songs, stories and finger plays to promote early literacy.

Locations: Beerwah, Kawana, Maleny.

TODDLERS Wriggle, Giggle, Read. Stories, songs and rhymes chosen especially for active toddlers.

Others welcome.

Locations: Caloundra, Noosa.

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UNDER 5’S Story Time for the Under 5’s. Stories, rhymes, songs and purposeful play - to encourage language and listening skills, promote attention and curiosity Locations: Maroochydore, Noosa, Beerwah, Cooroy, Kawana, Nambour, Coolum, Caloundra, Maleny.

3-7 YEARS Night-owl Storytime, Come in your pyjamas for singing and stories.

Location: Nambour UNDER 8’S The Corner is dedicated to Under 8’s and their families. It’s a great space to explore, create, think and invent.

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Eye Can Spell turns spelling into child’s play. This trailblazing program empowers you to flick the switch on your child’s spelling success by teaching them how to dive into their ‘visual memory box’. By attending one of the easy, positive and effective workshops with your child you will be gifting them with vital core skills and confidence to boot. To find out more visit www.eyecanspell.com.au or phone 0409 766 075

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T he P Files double flying fox. The playground is suitable for all ages and is set within a 1.3km cycling/walking track that runs around the entire precinct. Stage two of the playground is now complete and stage three is slated for the 13/14 financial year.

PIRATE PARK, GYMPIE TERRACE, NOOSAVILLE Featuring a great range of equipment for all ages, this picturesque park is one to visit. Right by the river it’s perfect for a kick around, picnic or a swim. There is a fully fenced Liberty Swing, BBQ’s and plenty of shade.

QUOTA MEMORIAL PARK, NAMBOUR This Park offers a range of fun for all ages. It has huge open spaces perfect for ball games or a family picnic. The fully fenced playground caters for all abilities. There are some great features in this playground including a ball funnel, a three story fun house and a train engine and carriage.

There are also the usual swings, slides and climbing equipment. You’ll find plenty of shade in the form of shade sails and lovely big trees. There is a walkway around the park which is great for pushing prams, trikes, bikes or just walking.

FEDERATION PARK, PRIMROSE COURT, PALMWOODS This park is a real hidden gem. The setting is beautiful with a playground right in the centre of a huge grassed area surrounded by trees and a walking/cycling track. You can let the little ones run riot without worrying about roads or obstacles. The playground itself is set in a giant sand pit, and has swings, slides, spinning cups, a climbing tower and a motorbike ride. There are BBQ’s right next to the playground and good toilet facilities. There is plenty of shade over the playground and surrounding facilities and it’s a great place to take your bikes or trikes and a picnic rug.

ADOLPH BLANCK PARK – PICNIC POINT ESPLANADE, MAROOCHYDORE This is a great park for younger toddlers. The play structures are low to the ground and fully connected with a tunnel and bridge offering a different play experience from the usual swings and slides. Parents can relax in this fully fenced area.

FEELING SPORTY? Council has a number of sports and recreation centres right across the Sunshine Coast offering everything from court hire, sports fields and cycling to indoor centres, group fitness and team sports. So whether you’re looking for team sports for your kids, family fitness, a casual game of tennis, council has you covered.

COUNCIL MANAGED SPORT AND RECREATION CENTRES INCLUDE: Arthur Street Hall, Caloundra

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Caloundra Indoor Stadium Landsborough Sports Complex Maroochydore Multi Sports Meridan Fields Sporting Complex Nambour Showgrounds Noosa Leisure C entre Stockland Park COUNCIL AQUATIC CENTRES Grab your togs and head to one of council’s aquatic centres. You can let the kids splash about in the various leisure water options provided or have them attend learn to swim classes including school holiday intensives. Most centres also offer child minding services allowing you to enjoy a swim or fitness class.

You’ll find centres with heated pools at Beerwah, Buderim, Caloundra, Coolum-Peregian, Cotton Tree, Eumundi, Kawana, Nambour, Noosa and Palmwoods plus community swimming pools at Kings Beach, Conondale, Maleny, Kenilworth, Mooloolah, Cooroy, Pomona and Tewantin.

COMMUNITY EVENTS AND SCHOOL HOLIDAY PROGRAMS Council hosts a number of events, programs and activities during the year, and especially during the school holidays. To find out what’s happening, head to the events calendar on council’s website.

FOR MORE INFORMATION You can find all this information and more on council’s website www.sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au www.sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au or visit www.kidsonthecoast.com.au

You can let the little ones run riot without worrying about roads or obstacles

HOW ABOUT THIS FOR A WEEK OF ENTERTAINMENT ON THE SUNSHINE COAST – FOR MORE INFORMATION VISIT WWW.SUNSHINECOAST.QLD.GOV.AU MONDAY – Find a playground or park you’ve not yet visited. Head to Council’s places and spaces directory to find one near you.

TUESDAY – Join a free storytelling session at one of council’s libraries. While you’re there, pick up a couple of toys from the toy library.

WEDNESDAY – Get some exercise on one of the Coast’s many walking tracks – ‘A Guide to Walking Tracks on the Sunshine Coast’ is available for download and will tell you where to find walks and who they are suitable for.

THURSDAY – Head to the hills and visit Mary Cairncross Scenic Reserve. Enjoy a walk and a coffee or a picnic at this picturesque hinterland gem.

FRIDAY – Head to your local aquatic centre and join a class or enjoy a swim with the kids.

SATURDAY – Take the kids to see a show at one of council’s performance venues SUNDAY – Grab the bikes and head to one of the family friendly cycling circuits on the Coast. Both Girraween Criterium Track (914m) and Skippy Park Recreation Precinct (1.3km) offer a great family friendly safe cycling experience.

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Education special

Voices on the Coast/Kids on the Coast

50 word writing competition “Short, Sharp and Snappy”

THE TASK WAS TO WRITE A STORY WITHIN A LIMIT OF 50 WORDS AS PART OF THE VOICES ON THE COAST, YOUTH LITERATURE FESTIVAL. ENTRIES WERE FROM YEAR 2 TO YEAR 12 IN A NUMBER OF CATEGORIES. YOUNG AUTHOR STEPH BOWE WHO PRESENTED AT THE FESTIVAL WAS THE GUEST JUDGE, AWARDING A FIRST PLACE AND TWO HIGHLY COMMENDED PLACES FOR EACH CATEGORY. THERE WAS AN AMAZING ARRAY OF TALENT WHICH MADE THE JUDGING QUITE A CHALLENGING PROCESS. CONGRATULATIONS TO EVERYONE WHO ENTERED! YEAR 5-6 YEAR 2-4

Winner

The Panther ed the icy trees.

A cold wind brush ards a misty valley. d downwards, tow fte dri d, un so en A sudd ing spot. se from its dark hid A sly, slim figure aro rd. wa ape paced for The mysterious sh its way, east the sun as it pointed ed low fol A panther State School Year 4, Chevallum By: Ari Bytheway,

Highly Commended

Graceful Ballerina und Ballerina spins aro rfly tte pretty like a bu e flowers tutus are bright lik xing rre pointing and fle ba the at ing stand soft and free when I dance I am hool mpybong State Sc Hu e, By: Chelsea Le

Highly Commended

er The Prancing Danc e all night long. nc da d an e I will pranc bed. ys stop its time for Even if my mum sa . ing and dancing I will carry on pranc day long. all irl tw I will swirl and nds say it’s not. gical even if my frie ma is ing nc da I think my ol ho Sc 2, Chevallum State By: Heather, Year

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Winner

Dancing Bears As the ringmaster leads the dancing bears I can see their claws , cruelly cut and ba rbaric rings through their noses.

Their eyes filled wi th loss and sorrow.

The sound of piped music fills my ears, I can hear the crowd applauding.

They should be cry ing.

By: Jemima, Chev allum State School

Highly Commended

Trees They’re gracious Roots creeping do wnwards Reaching sunlight And clouds bringing rain But one day come s a man With a chainsaw He saws at the ba se of a tree

I can hear a chainsa w now It’s cutting, grinding Just the sound bri ngs tears pouring from inside me By: Hazel Law, Ch evallum State Scho ol

Highly Commended

Orangutan I was skimming thr ough the tree tops.

I heard that ghastly bang, My orange furred belly dropped with a pang, That terrible mach ine gun ringing thr ou gh my ears I took a gulp of air , so fresh.

Then, I felt it, I dro pped….

Up in heaven, I loo k down in despair.

By: Mia Seefeld Ch evallum State Scho ol

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YEAR 7-9

Winner

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The Hill hits the ground. d scared. The board He’s puffing, tired an g his hair and win ling. The wind is blo Feet are on. He’s rol ter down the fas go to shing the board shirt backwards. Pu ht, left, right. Bang!! s. He swerves left, rig steep hill. Car honk Silence…. te School ar 7, Noosaville Sta By: Sarah Young, Ye

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Raindrop leaf, a shimmer down the spine of the I watch you cascade ssful green, gravity u tumble from the bli of wonder. I watch yo atter, a thousand earth. I watch you sh pulling you toward the snow. shards of light, upon like nothing at all. ath the snowflakes ne I watch you sink be cellor State College By: Mia Jones, Chan

YEAR 10-12

Winner

We go down White walls… white sheets… plastered with blood, foggy, torted. Before this dissolemn room was certainty. Flashing it drags me under. ba ck, Me, my comrades; cramped in the ba the Chinook. Head ck of ing home. Whirs an d churns, loud, jarrin through me. The ho g rizon fractures, the chopper pivots an go down d we By: Sarah Conrad , Year 11, Immanuel Lutheran College

Highly Commended

The Note I never believed sh e had the guts to sa y it, It was as if the words lifted from the creased note and stung the backs of my eyes. I felt her spiteful glare creep up my spine, caus salty trail of despair ing a to stream down my cheek.

By: Annie Sterling, Year 11, Immanuel Lutheran College

Highly Commended

Final Memories I grip her hand; it’s as cold as ice. Hours she must have be laying here, no on en e could’ve predicted this. A slight smile present on her pa still le, lifeless face. Me mories flood into my head of what once was.

I realise now, I shou ld have listened to her.

By: Madeline Roge rs, Year 11, Immanu el Lutheran College

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tarting high school is a rite of passage for parents and children and signals a new period of independence and maturity. Preparing together for the variety of changes and challenges you can expect will help to ensure a smooth transition for the entire family.

The decision to move year 7 into high school from 2015 brings Queensland into line with the majority of other states and provides consistency in schooling structures and curriculum. “For an increasingly mobile Australian population, these changes will also reduce difficulties for families shifting between states or territories and school systems,” says Education Queensland Deputy Director-General Lyn McKenzie.

The change follows the successful introduction of a Prep year in 2007 and the raising of the year 1 entry age by six months in 2008. By 2015 more than half of students in year 7 will turn 13 and be in their eighth year of schooling,

which is according to Education Queensland, the appropriate time for high school to begin.

“As students enter their early teens, they are becoming more independent and are looking for new learning challenges. By moving year 7 to high school early adolescent students will be in the best environment to develop and address their educational, social and emotional needs,” says Lyn. Parents can be reassured that throughout the transition students will have access to specialist teachers and facilities that will offer age-appropriate academic challenges and position students to maximise the benefits of the Australian Curriculum.

Extensive work has and continues to be done to ensure a smooth transition. To support the move, year 7 is being piloted in 20 state high schools across Queensland before 2015.

“The experiences of these pilot schools will provide valuable information for the Department to tailor support for other schools,” Lyn

says.

Changes within the high school structure are also being introduced with Junior Secondary being phased into all state high schools. A pilot program is currently underway in selected high schools. “Junior Secondary is a phase of education to support the academic, social and emotional needs of young adolescent students. It has been introduced for years 8 and 9 in all state high schools from this year. Year 7 will join Junior Secondary when it moves to high school in 2015,” says Lyn. The decision to introduce Junior Secondary was made in direct response to feedback from parents and is supported by six guiding principles; distinct identity, quality teaching, student wellbeing, parent and community involvement, local decision-making and leadership.

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an opportunity to review and fine-tune teaching practices for young adolescent learners. “Each school will develop their own model of Junior Secondary to suit their own local context, with student wellbeing and pastoral care being a key focus,” adds Lyn. The emphasis on emotional wellbeing is an important step and critical to successfully navigating the turbulent teenage years. “Each child will have their own individual response to starting high school and emotions can range from excitement to trepidation,” says Hear and Now Health Psychologist. “High school is a 'whole new world' in terms of the way things are done, subjects are dealt with, assignments are dished out and timetables need to be sorted out early on. This is all new learning for kids and potentially parents too,” she adds.

Before starting high school the all important decision of ‘which one’ needs to be made. For some families things like simple geography or having older siblings and other relatives already attending may make the decision for them. For other families it’s a decision with a myriad of options.

STATE OR PRIVATE? Choosing between a state school and private education is the first step and if choosing the state system the decision of which school to attend has often been made for you.

All Queensland state schools have a catch-

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As students enter their early teens, they are becoming more independent and are looking for new learning challenges ment area which defines the residences that are closest to a school. All students who reside within the catchment area are automatically entitled to enroll at the school. “School Enrolment Management Plans (School EMPs) are used by some state schools to actively manage enrolments where the school is nearing its maximum enrolment capacity level,” advises McKenzie.

“This ensures that sufficient enrolment capacity in a school is available to accommodate in-catchment students while providing a fair process for prioritising enrolments where parents wish to enrol their children in a state school who reside outside of their own local catchment,”

she says.

“Students living outside a state school's catchment area can still apply for entry and their application will be assessed on merit for entry into a Program of Excellence at the school (if available) or placed on a waiting list for future consideration if availability allows,” she adds.

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Caloundra City Private School Our focus is your child It’s a wonderful choice to make, deciding on the best school for your children. At Caloundra City Private School we have the benefits of a smaller school with individual attention from expert and caring teachers, and with the best of facilities.

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Education Catholic schools are operated under the Queensland Catholic Education Commission.

Both work in partnership and are ultimately under the guidance of Education Queensland.

Each school in the Independent and Catholic system offer their own individual policy regarding enrolment.

We all want what’s best for our children and the matter of preference over a State or Private education will be different for each family.

Private schools have the perception of being “better”, but come with a hefty price tag that is unaffordable for many families. State schools are generally in a more convenient location to the family home and the steady stream of state school alumni who become a success in their chosen field as adults attests to the quality education they can provide.

Ayesha’s third child is starting at a state high school next year, and for her the decision is easy as to where to send him as he will follow in the footsteps of his older siblings. “With my eldest I originally had no idea where to send them for high school as our local had a bad reputation. I discovered it was actually an amazing school when we attended the orientation evening and was glad we hadn’t listened to the local gossip. We were totally blown away with the facilities and the opportunities that they offer to students. Our two eldest have now done so well there and my youngest is excited as he has seen how much fun his brother and sister have had,” she says.

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How would you like to treat your Pre-school aged children to an afternoon of FREE rides & entertainment?

Carnival Under the Stars Saturday 17th August 2013

1:00pm - 8:00pm

We are offering your pre-school aged children free access to age appropriate rides at our Carnival. By presenting this flyer to the Rides booth at the Carnival, they will be issued with a ride band entitling them to ride free for 6 hours on age appropraite rides.

You can purchase ride tickets/bands for older children at the Carnival.

(The only condition for the free ride offer is that your child is under 6 years of age & not currently enrolled at Nambour Christian College.)

What else can you expect to see at the carnival?

• Kids Corner with heaps of attractions • Show Bags • Rides for all ages • Fireworks Display • Stalls - cakes, craft, platters, plants • Coffee & Dessert Cafe • Non stop entertainment • Chef Laurent Food Court • Farm markets - organic fruit & vegie boxes, gourmet food stall, animal nursery, miniature horses, games, + more

DON’T FORGET - BRING THIS FLYER WITH YOU FOR YOUR FREE RIDE OFFER!!

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Queensland Academy for Science Mathematics and Technology, Queensland Academy for Creative Industries and Queensland Academy for Health Sciences. These schools have links to universities and target their programs to highly capable year 10–12 students interested in specific industries. Selection for these schools is by application and it’s advised to express your interest early if this is of interest.

FLINDERS

MY SCHOOL The My School website (www.myschool.edu. au) was launched in January 2010 to help parents select a school for their child by searching the profiles of almost 9500 schools. The information on this site also assists educators and the general public gain a better understanding of what happens in the classroom.

Each school profile contains general information, facts regarding the amount of students and teachers and an overview of finances. Schools are also rated with an Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage (ICSEA). This score offers an insight into where the school sits on the socio-economic scale.

Schools scoring over 1000 are deemed to be more advantaged. An overview of the schools performance on the NAPLAN testing is also included. While it sounds confusing, the website offers a glossary for parents to decode the information.

Critics of the My School website say that this information is too general, but it can be a helpful resource for parents looking to make an informed decision about their child’s education.

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EMOTIONAL SUPPORT Supporting your child emotionally through the transition to high school can often be the most important thing you can do. Even the most excited student can experience a confusing array of emotions and it’s in many cases their first experience of more adult emotions and expectations. “Both parents and kids need to understand that this is a life event like any other that can be joyous and stressful all at the same time. If you think positives can't be stressful, just think about having a newborn baby,” says Dr Carla.

For parents who have children entering high school there’s a range of concerns. “My biggest worry for my children entering high school was having them fit in and stay in the right crowd. As a parent we have done everything to ensure the best for our children and have educated them to the best of our ability in the hope they will make the right choices,” she says.

It’s new territory for you both and advice from friends and family is a great way to elliviate any concerns. Most schools also offer counselling services which students and parents can access and almost every school principal would have an open door policy when it comes to speaking with a concerned parent.

High school has the potential to be one of the best periods of your child’s life and offers an exciting introduction to adulthood. Dr Carla advises that communication is the secret to a successful transition. “If parents and kids can tackle these new things together from early on, it can pave the way for a much easier time throughout the journey.”

DR CARLA OFFERS THE FOLLOWING POINTS OF ADVICE TO PARENTS OF CHILDREN ENTERING HIGH SCHOOL

Be informed – attend orientation

events, read the newsletters and talk to the teachers. Find out your child’s schedule and times of lunch breaks. Understanding the daily routine of high school demystifies the process.

Find familiar faces – many kids

will move onto high school with their friends from primary school. If your child is alone help them by pointing out any familiar faces they may come across. Use preparatory events prior to the first day as an opportunity to get to know teachers.

Prepare together – shop together

for things like school books and uniforms.

Discuss travel arrangements well ahead of time and even go on a practice run if need be.

Be positive – now isn’t the time to

share your not so fond memories of high school. Your child will mirror the emotions you display.

Be available – with so much change

the consistency of a family routine is crucial. Family meals and evening walks offer perfect opportunities for your child to share details of their day, good or bad.

Start their journey on the right path at Flinders Matthew Flinders Anglican College offers outstanding academic opportunities and comprehensive programs in sport, music, drama and art within the supportive Flinders community.

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Choosing the Right High School for your Child

By Mark Ash – Suncoast Christian College Principal 2015 will see very different experiences for parents with children currently in Year 5. While many local P-12 schools with Year 7 - 9 Middle School programs will be unaffected, children in State and Catholic will change schools and begin Year 7 as their first year of high school.

This move follows the successful introduction of a Prep year in 2007. In 2008 the entry age for Year 1 was raised by six months, bringing Queensland into line with other states. By 2015, South Australia will be the only state to have Year 7 remain as part of primary school.

Many primary schools are already re-thinking their student leadership programs, Rite of Passage ceremonies, curriculum initiatives and sporting and camp activities. In many primary schools, next year will see all Year 6 and 7 students involved in the responsibilities of school leadership.

So how do you choose the right high school for your child? The Sunshine Coast has a great many fine schools. Though all strive for excellence, there are many differences between schools that are in the same locality.

I believe there are two “must dos” for parents.

Firstly, it is essential to visit the schools you are considering with your child; and to do so while they are operating.

While educational factors are paramount when choosing a school, it’s also important that you get the right cultural and social match for you and your child. After all, you will be partnering with the school in the development of your child through their adolescence and you need to feel confident that the values and aspirations of the school’s families and staff match yours.

In your visit, get a ‘gut’ feel about the school’s culture and values. Look around and see if the students are engaged in learning, happy and relaxed around each other and their teachers.

While there, get to know about each school’s overall values and objectives and consider if these are consistent with those of your family. The important educational lessons kids learn at home about attitude, behaviour and character will be more likely to be learned when they are supported by the school, its students and their families. The opinions of friends who share values similar to yours, and who have children at the school, will help confirm your perceptions.

Meet the Principal or Senior members of staff and ask them to describe the schools strengths and weaknesses and ask them to describe what they believe sets their school apart from others in the area.

Secondly, find out about the extent to which the school can provide Senior School pathways and support for students with your child’s abilities and needs. If your child struggles academically, the school needs to have a range of vocational options. If they excel academically, the school needs to have a strong pool of students with high academic aspirations to support and stretch your child.

If you are diligent in these two areas, you will go a long way to get the match between school and family right for your child.

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Early learning means a good start.

Your local Sunshine Coast Goodstart Early Learning centre offers a safe, stimulating, and nurturing environment with friendly professionals who are qualified in early learning practices.

For vacancy enquiries:

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Importance of Sport and Play in Early Learning: Play is fundamental to all aspects of a child’s development and is a vital component of their learning process including the development of their intellectual, social and interpersonal skills.

Outdoor play increases health and physical development by improving sensory development, reducing obesity and stimulating brain cells. As educators we believe it is essential to ensure time is dedicated to play or a specialist sporting program such as Sporty Tots which is dedicated to improving selfesteem and confidence through stimulating play based challenges. Typically, lessons are designed to encourage, develop and augment: Body strength and awareness, Mobility and control, Coordinative abilities (hand/eye, feet/ eye, and all amalgamations), Gross motor skills, Fine motor skills, Confidence and social skills (self-esteem), Physical management skills (control of various sports equipment), Equilibrium (balance), Spatial awareness.

Repetitive or practice play helps a child learn new skills and further develop coordination and enhances motor skills. Learning a new game or taking part in activities such as running, jumping rope, skipping and throwing and catching a ball are forms of practice play. These fun learning experiences help children develop critical skills that provide foundations for later learning.

Social Development: Playing with friends or in a group helps early childhood development by strengthening social skills and helps to build self-esteem.

Children who play together learn skills such as negotiation or compromise and how to share with others.

Intellectual Development: Intellectual development is a significant benefit to playing. Many activities will help children learn through listening, seeing and touching.

Physical Development: Playing sports and running or jumping rope help children develop motor skills, but this also encourages physical growth. As kids grow, muscle tone begins to mature and develop. A proper nutritional diet will

help in kids’ physical development. A healthful diet keeps muscles and bones strong and gives kids energy throughout the day.

Independence: Through independent play, children learn to gain personal independence. Once toddlers begins to walk, they always wants to walk, as opposed to being carried. This should be encouraged because developing independence helps kids find their own sense of direction that will carry them through life.

Health: In an era where child obesity is increasingly common, encouraging children to be active during the early years can improve their health throughout their life.

Sensory Development: When playing outdoors, children have the opportunity to use all their senses. Active children regularly exercise all of their physical senses.

Coordination: Children need to be able to exercise and use their bodies to develop strength and coordination. Outdoor play allows children to gain a greater mastery of their body by running, jumping, climbing and exploring.

Responsibility: Children who play outside are exposed to more choices and dangers than they would be indoors. This teaches children responsibility as they learn to identify and avoid dangerous situations.

Environmental Awareness: Outdoor play allows children to learn to appreciate and enjoy nature at an early age. This enjoyment can facilitate an urge to protect their planet and environment for generations to come. Outdoor and play based programs implemented at New Leaf Early Learning Centre are rich with opportunities for learning. Our educators view their role as facilitators of children’s play by creating interesting environments filled with experiences that promote exploration, discovery and creativity.

For further information about New Leaf Early Learning Centre or to chat with one of our friendly Directors call 5453 7077 or visit www.scgs.qld.edu.au/ newleaf

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CALENDAR Sunshine Coast

July

A calendar of regular weekly events is available online. For details of playgroups, library activities, weekly sporting events, craft classes, Australian Breastfeeding Association meeting times and much more, visit www.kidsonthecoast.com.au 1 – 6 July

1 – 14 July

Sand Wizard Activity Centre

Wizards Express

Where: Noosa Civic Shopping Food Court When: 10am – 4pm daily Create your own sand artwork for home!

Details: One free activity per child daily.

Additional activities charged at $2.50. www.noosacivicshopping.com.au 5440 7900

Where: The Workshops Rail Museum, Ipswich When: Daily Explore the Starlight Labyrinth before getting creative with activities such as wand and spider making, magical creature plasticine sculpturing, plus puzzles and games.

Details: www.theworkshops.qm.qld.gov.au

3 July

Winter ArtsCool – What’s your story Where: Noosa Regional Gallery When: 10.30am to noon Exploring the characters and creatures in the exhibition, children will create a story about one of the sculptures and illustrate their story using a variety of materials. For kids aged 5-8 years.

Details: $8 per child. Bookings essential by visiting council’s gallery www.galleries.sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au

4 July

Warren Miller’s Flow State - Film Where: The J Noosa When: 7:30pm start The ultimate extreme snow sports movie of 2013 is coming! Warren Miller Entertainment brings you its 63rd ski and snowboard film, Flow State.

Details: Adult $27 / Student, Senior, Pensioner $20 (ID required)

3 July

Trees have funny arms and legs

Where: Noosa Regional Gallery When: 1.30pm to 3pm Constructing a totem using found materials and objects, children will explore their own personal relationship to their chosen animal.

A story of each animal will be shared in the group. For kids aged 8-12 years.

Details: $8 per child. Bookings essential by visiting council’s gallery www.galleries. sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au

Where: Maroochy Regional Bushland Botanic Garden When: 10am – 11:30am Children will be doing tree portraits, rubbings and looking very closely at trees and their funny shapes and personalities.

Details: Ages 5 - 8yrs. Registration fee $5pp (bookings open 1 June) www.community. sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au/events

5 July

Winter ArtsCool – String Animal Collographs Where: Caloundra Regional Gallery When: 10.30am to noon Inspired by the animals from the sea, children will draw and design their original artwork. Using string, they will reproduce their work as a collograph and be introduced to simple printmaking techniques. For kids aged 5-8 years.

Details: $8 per child. Bookings essential by visiting council’s gallery www.galleries. sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au

8 July

Nadia & The Blue Flamingo Where: The J Noosa When: 5:30pm Nadia & The Blue Flamingo combines puppetry, music, comedy and audience participation in an engaging and heartfelt tale of friendship. Details: Pre show fun for kids. Food available for purchase. $15 Entry / Group of 4 (min 2 children) $55.

Suitable for ages 3-8 and families.

4 July

Winter ArtsCool – Totem Animals

July 16 – Sept 17

5 July

4 July

Trees are what colour?

Where: Maroochy Regional Bushland Botanic Garden When: 12:30pm – 2:30pm Learning about tree textures and shape by doing tree sketches (portraits) in the gardens and then colouring these using watercolour washes with assistance from Christine.

Details: Ages 9 - 12yrs. Registration fee $5pp (bookings open 1 June) www. community.sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au/events

6 July

Foliage and Clay

Where: The J Noosa When: 6pm – 8pm Green Zone Disco regulars will be happy to hear that the same popular DJ will be running the nights and on top of that we still have great prizes and giveaways.

Details: No pass outs will be allowed between 6pm and 8pm and parents are advised that children need to be picked up from inside the venue at 8pm. Strictly 8 to 12 year olds. $6 per Child

Where: Maroochy Regional Bushland Botanic Garden When: 10am – 12pm Record forest textures into clay creating permanent impressions of nature. Make a plate and cup decorated with patterns of the gardens. Art work can be fired and collected at a later date.

Details: Ages 8 – 12yrs. Material cost $10.00pp. Registration fee $5pp (bookings open 1 June) www.community.sunshinecoast. qld.gov.au/events

20 July

Tiny Tot $10 Tuesdays

Get Creative

Where: Aussie World When: Tuesdays 9am – 12pm Mention ‘Tiny Tots Ten Dollar Tuesday’ at the entry counter! Parents and children under 5 will gain entry for $10 each. Children under 2 are free.

Details: www.aussieworld.com.au

Where: Butter Factory Arts Centre When: 10am – 12pm A series of free family orientated activities.

Be inspired by the latest exhibition then spend time creating your own artworks. All ages welcome!

Details: Free – no bookings required.

5454 9050 www.galleries.sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au/

26 July/ 28 July

Each year around 250,000 Australian school students participate in Schools Tree Day - a special National Tree Day event just for kids.

Planet Ark is calling for people to connect with nature by getting involved in National Tree Day, Australia's largest tree-planting and nature care event.

Details: www.treeday.planetark.org/schools

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‘Who’s Who in the Maroochy Bushland’ mindfully observing this LIVING environment!

Ages 6 - 12yrs. When: 10am – 12am My picture storybook about tree-dwellers in Maroochy bushland, Ages 7 - 10yrs When: 1pm – 3pm Details: Visit the website for more information. Registration fee $5pp (bookings open 1 June) www.community.sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au

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Let’s investigate

3 July

Winter ArtsCool – Children’s Painting Class Where: Butter Factory Art Centre, Cooroy When: 11am – 12pm (5-8yrs) & 12:30pm – 2pm (9-12yrs) Children’s school holiday art class specially developed to complement the current exhibition theme of ‘nostalgia’. Learn painting skills and techniques with an experienced art teacher.

Details: $8.00 – bookings essential.

5454 9050 www.galleries.sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au

4 July

Plant Identification Walk Where: Maroochy Regional Bushland Botanic Garden When: 9am – 10am; 10:30am – 11:30am Experience the garden through the eyes of these guides while learning how to identify just some of the many plants found in this delightful garden.

Details: Registration fee $5pp (bookings open 1 June) www.community.sunshinecoast. qld.gov.au/events

7 – 14 July

NAIDOC WEEK

Celebrations are held around Australia to celebrate the history, culture and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

Details: www.naidoc.org.

24 July

Time for Tots Where: Butter Factory Arts Centre When: 9:30am – 10:30am Storytelling for under 5’s and families, including a toddler tour of the current exhibition and exhibition related art activities. Held in conjunction with Cooroy Library.

Details: Free – no bookings required.

5454 9050 www.galleries.sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au

30 July

International Day of Friendship

The United Nations International Day of Friendship was proclaimed in 2011 by the UN General Assembly with the idea that friendship between peoples, countries, cultures and individuals can inspire peace efforts and build bridges between communities.

Details: www.un.org/en/events/friendshipday

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August 2 August

Jeans for Genes Day

Jeans for Genes Day is the major fundraising event for the Children's Medical Research Institute, who is on a mission to reduce the number of children born with genetic illnesses.

Details: www.jeansforgenes.org.auorg.au

10 – 18 August

Science Week

There are hundreds of activities, events and debates across the country during the week.

The theme for this year's National Science Week is A Century of Australian Science.

Details: www.scienceweek.net.au

17 – 23 August

Book Week

Schools and public libraries celebrate Children's Book Week every year by offering activities and competitions to encourage children to enjoy reading. This year’s theme is Read across the universe.

Details: www. cbca.org.au/bookweek

* We publish information based on what is supplied to us - to the best of our knowlege all details are correct at the time of printing, however we do recommend you check event details with the organisers

7 August

Ekka – Get your fun on!

Where: Nambour Christian College, 2 McKenzie Rd, Woombye When: 1pm – 8pm Come along for a fun afternoon of entertainment, food, games and rides.Spend time with your family in a relaxed atmosphere.

Details: www.ncc.qld.edu.au

Where: Brisbane Showgrounds, Bowen Hills When: 9am – 9pm daily.

Showcasing the best of Queensland – from the city to the country – the Ekka features 10,000 animals; 23,000 competition entries; award-winning food and wine; and hours of family entertainment.

Details: Adult - $28; Child - $17; 4 years and under - Free. Family passes and bundles available. www.ekka.com.au

Saturday 10 August

OCEANfest 2013

Where: Immanuel Lutheran College, Wises Road, Buderim When: Mudfest from 8am, Fruehlingsfest from 10am Inaugural MudFest event to be held as part of Fruehlingsfest, giving all ages the opportunity to wallow in a muddy fun run and obstacle course.

Details: www.mudfest.com.au www.mudfest.com.au To see how you can make a day of it, visit www.fruehlingsfest.com.au

Where: Pacific Lutheran College, Woodlands Blv, Kawana Forest When: 3.15pm – 8.30pm Join the Oceanside community for hours of fun, food, festivities, and a fantastic fireworks finale: offering a feast for the senses.

Details: www.pacificlutheran.qld.edu.au

18 August

Walk to Cure Diabetes Where: Cotton Tree Park When: From 9am A 3 – 5km walk kicks off after a fun morning of family activities supporting Type 1 Diabetes research & awareness; includes entertainment, stalls, animal farm, jumping castle, face painting and more. Register online or at the event.

Details: www.jdrf.org.au

Sunny Coast Baby and Kids Market Caloundra/ Talara Primary College - Sunday 14th July Gympie/South Side Pavillion - Sunday 4th August When: 8am – 12pm. A locally owned market selling pre-loved, new and beautiful handmade items for the under 5's.

Eumundi Markets Every Wednesday & Saturday Where: Memorial Drive, Eumundi When: Wed 8am – 1:30pm Sat 7am – 2pm You’ll find original artworks, sculptures, furniture, handmade toys, homewares, and skincare, as well as cutting edge fashion and jewellery by local designers, all guided by our ethos of “we make it, bake it, grow it, sew it”.

Details: www.eumundimarkets.com.au Caloundra Country & Farmers Market Every Sunday Where: Arthur Street, Caloundra When: 7am to 12 noon Fresh fruit and veg, flowers and plants, fresh seafood, plus hand-made clothes, craft, tools, books and collectables. Car boot sales and new stall holders welcome Details: Ph 0401 482 949 Mamma’s Market 6 July Where: Buderim War Memorial Hall, Cnr Main St and Gloucester Rd, Buderim When: 9am - 1pm. Mamma’s Market is a high quality boutique style market with a focus on handmade, unique items and services catering to pregnancy, baby, children’s and family needs. Details: www.mammasmarket.com The Mummy Tree Markets 14 July Where: Mountain Creek State School Hall, Lady Musgrave Drive When: 9am – 1pm. You will find a large selection of unique products, services for hip and stylish families, children’s entertainment, yummy food and more.

Details: www.themummytreemarkets.com.au/sunshinecoast www.facebook.com/themummytreemarkets Peregian Kid’s Market and Family Fun Saturday 27th July Where: Peregian Beach Community Kindergarten When: 8am – 11am Pre-loved clothing, toys and books. Jumping castle, food stall, kid’s activities and coffee! Details: www.peregiankindy.com

Where: Butter Factory Arts Centre When: 9:30am – 10:30am Storytelling for under 5’s and families, including a toddler tour of the current exhibition and exhibition related art activities - held in conjunction with Cooroy Library.

P. 5454 9050 Details: www.galleries. sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au

7 August The J Noosa 8 August Nambour Civic Centre 9 August Lake Kawana Community Centre Hop along to your favourite songs with a jam packed hour of singing & dancing.

For children under 5.

Details: $5 per child, tickets available at the door www.kidsonthecoast.com.au

Get Creative Where: Butter Factory Arts Centre When: 10am – 12pm A series of free family orientated activities.

Be inspired by the latest exhibition then spend time creating your own artworks. All ages welcome! Free – no bookings required.

P. 5454 9050 Details: www.galleries. sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au/

21 August

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HOP! Under 5's Disco

17 August

16 August

MudFest and Fruehlingsfest

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Carnival Under the Stars

26- 27 August

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Daffodil Day

Possum Magic

Daffodil Day is one of the Cancer Council's most loved fundraising events, every daffodil and every donation grows hope - hope for more survivors, hope for better treatments and hope for greater support.

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REGULAR EVENTS Sustainability Discovery Centre EACH WEEK, THURSDAY AND FRIDAY

Where: Sunshine Coast TAFE Mooloolaba Campus When: 10am – 2pm Free to visit, suitable for all ages, has high tech digital media equipment teaching about sustainability Details: www.sunshinecoast.tafe.qld.gov.au

Where: The Events Centre Caloundra When: 26 Aug 6.00pm | PJ Party at 5.00pm; 27th Aug 10.30am and 1.00pm Based on the book written by Mem Fox and illustrated by Julie Vivas. 2013 will mark the 30th Anniversary of publication and over 20 years on stage. Possum Magic will be the Final Farwell Tour.

Details: Full Price: $16.00, Group 10+: $14.00 www.scvenuesandevents.com.au

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Get Creative THIRD SATURDAY OF THE MONTH Where: The Butter Factory Arts Centre, Cooroy When: 10am to 12 noon Fun, free, family events, Enjoy the current exhibition in a relaxed atmosphere, create a piece with a family member and enjoy the local food on offer. Fun for all ages. Details: 5454 9050

360 Allstars The Circus Reinvented!

Mini Steam Train Rides 4TH SUNDAY OF EVERY MONTH

Possum Magic: The Final Farewell Tour

Where: 1 Florence Street, Nambour When: 10am to 3pm Ride-on 5” and 7¼” gauge Miniature Railway Model Live Steam and Diesel Locomotives. Tea, Coffee and Drinks available. Bring a picnic and stay for the day.

Details: Cost: From $3 5450 8340 www.scrms.org.au

Storytelling EVERY WEEK Where: Sunshine Coast Libraries When: Various times - see website for details Storytelling sessions for pre-schoolers, babies and parents occur weekly at every library across the Sunshine Coast and are free! Details: 1300 LIBRARY www.library.sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au

Swampy Gym EACH WEEK, WEDNESDAY AND THURSDAY Where: Buderim Pool When: Wed 11am to 12noon & Thurs 2pm to 3pm Bring your baby for an hour of watery fun with swim toys, small inflatables, kickboards and music.

Friendly, qualified instructors are on hand to give advice and tips.

Details: $6 for the first child and $3 for any subsequent children in the family.

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16 JULY Lake Kawana Community Centre www.scvenuesandevents.com.au

26 – 27 AUGUST Lake Kawana Community Centre www.scvenuesandevents.com.au

FLIPSIDE CIRCUS - Identite` 2 – 4 OCTOBER Lake Kawana Community Centre www.scvenuesandevents.com.au

Chitty Chitty Bang Bang FROM 19 NOVEMBER Lyric Theatre, QPAC, South Bank, Brisbane www.qpac.com.au

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Breast, bottle, both?

PERHAPS THE MOST BASIC OF REQUIREMENTS FOR YOUR BABY CAN OFTEN BE FRAUGHT WITH A MIXTURE OF CONFUSION, FRUSTRATION AND GUILT. WE’VE SIFTED THROUGH THE BOTTLES, BOOBS AND BREAST PUMPS TO EXPLAIN YOUR OPTIONS FOR FEEDING YOUR BABY.

By Cassy Small BREASTFEEDING The original food source since the beginning of time, breast milk is perfectly designed by nature for human infants. The benefits of breastfeeding are vast and research has proven its ability to build resistance to infection and disease as well as reducing the risk of allergy and food intolerance.

The Australian Breastfeeding Association (ABA) is Australia’s leading authority on breastfeeding and responsible for education and support for mothers throughout their breastfeeding experience. ABA spokesperson Dr Maya Griffiths says that the official recommendation is for mothers to breastfeed their baby exclusively for the first six months. The World Health Organisation furthers this by saying that breastfeeding should

continue until the age of two. This is a statement that the ABA also supports.

“From birth, the colostrum that a baby receives in breast milk is vital for their health and contains antibodies which fight infection. An older baby benefits from breastfeeding due to the fatty acids which are unique to breast milk and assist in brain development. You simply can’t replace that in formula,” Dr Griffiths says.

It’s not just the baby that benefits. Breastfeeding mothers release relaxing feel-good hormones that help in bonding with baby. Research also confirms that breastfeeding assists in post-pregnancy weight loss, can prevent osteoporosis and reduce the risk of developing breast and ovarian cancer.

The breastfeeding relationship between mother

and baby is one of nature’s miracles. Your baby and your own body are hardwired to know instinctively what to do. Your breasts make milk in response to your baby's sucking. The more milk the baby takes, the more milk you make. This is sometimes the solution for mothers concerned about their baby not getting enough milk. The ABA advocates feeding on demand and observing signs of hunger as opposed to following feeding schedules. “A baby’s tummy is approximately the size of a clenched fist, so it will need to be fed little amounts at regular intervals. It’s common for young babies to be fed up to 12 times over a 24 hour period,” says Dr Griffiths.

“Is my baby getting enough” is a common question asked by breastfeeding mothers.

The following signs indicate that your baby is continued on next page...

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It’s not just the baby that benefits.

Breastfeeding mothers release relaxing feelgood hormones that help in bonding with baby

receiving enough breast milk: • Are they breastfeeding frequently - at least 8 times over 24 hours • Plenty of pale, wet nappies - at least 5 disposable or 6-8 cloth nappies in 24 hours • Two or more soft bowel motions a day • Are they gaining weight and generally alert and active Sometimes despite the best of intentions things don’t go to plan. The serene image of a mother breastfeeding her child is one that’s ingrained in many of us. The reality as many mothers discover can be quite different. “It’s important for new mothers to remember that breastfeeding is a learned skill,” says Dr Griffiths. But she reassures that support is on hand for mothers who are having problems with breastfeeding. “It’s vital to get the right help as early as possible. Support options include the ABA 24 hour help line 1800 Mum2Mum (1800 686 268), email counselling

via the ABA website (www.breastfeeding.asn. au), group meetings and home visits. “Lactation consultants will often visit twice daily in those first few days to establish a good pattern with breast feeding,” she says.

Other common problems experienced with breastfeeding include tongue tie, breast refusal

and inverted nipples and Dr Griffiths confirms that with the right support many of these problems can be overcome.

Breastfeeding in public is a topical issue with instances of mothers being banned from public places reported in the media.

“It’s unfortunate that the sexualisation of women’s breasts can interfere with public opinion on breastfeeding and in turn effect a mothers decision to breastfeed her baby,” says Dr Griffiths. Whether to breastfeed in public or not is the personal decision of a mother and according to the Sex Discrimination Act 1984 “it is illegal in Australia to discriminate against a person either directly or indirectly on the grounds of breastfeeding.” While for some, private mothers rooms provide the safe place desired to breastfeed while out and about, the ABA suggest that as experience with breastfeeding grows, mothers will be more confident about their decision to do so in public spaces. continued on next page...

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Beth brings to Garland Waddington the experience and understanding of a seasoned Family Lawyer, necessary to provide sound advice and effective legal representation, to successfully negotiate and resolve matrimonial and de facto property settlements, spousal maintenance, binding financial agreements, parenting orders and domestic violence matters.

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Beth represents clients across the Sunshine Coast and throughout south east Queensland. She is regularly engaged to advise in complex property settlements and children’s arrangements, including property matters involving businesses and family trusts, children’s relocation applications and children’s international travel after separation.

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INFANT FORMULA Infant formula is the only alternative for young babies who aren’t receiving breastmilk.

The decision to formula feed is a personal one and can be due to a variety of medical or social reasons. For some women despite their best attempts at breastfeeding they are simply unable to provide adequate nutrition for their child from breastfeeding alone.

The Infant Nutrition Council is the peak body for the infant formula industry in Australia and New Zealand and are responsible for education and the regulation of the formula industry. “We know that breastmilk is best, but if a baby doesn’t get breastmilk then it’s important they have a scientifically proven substitute,” says CEO Jan Carey.

Parents can be reassured that the nutritional needs of their children can be fulfilled by infant formula. “Formula is the most regulated food product in the Australian market,” says Jan. “Infant formula is designed to mimic the profile of breastmilk,” says clinical dietician Dr Naras Lapsys. “Formula contains a good profile of oils, calcium and a significant component of carbohydrate.

Some fortified formulas may also be supplemented with additional nutrients such as Omega 3 and probiotics,” he says. The other major ingredient in formula is protein and this can consist of Cow’s milk based whey protein or Casein. Formulas that are whey dominant or even 100% Whey are often advised for younger babies as they are easier to digest and can limit common side effects from formula use such as constipation.

Dr Lapsys adds that formula fed babies often consume a greater volume of milk when compared to breastfed babies. “With breastfeeding you can never be fully certain the volume of milk the baby is receiving. Formula is much more controlled and some babies who have been upset and unsettled may suddenly sleep better or be generally happier once that volume is increased,” he says.

Parents are faced with a confusing array of options when selecting a formula for their baby.

Marketing claims on the tin can all be subtly different and there’s much to consider. Often it can be a case of trial and error in finding the right one for your baby. As your baby changes, so does its nutritional requirements and it’s important that your choice of formula transitions through the various stages. Parents are urged to seek advice from their doctor or child health consultant.

While some mothers are physically unable to breastfeed, some prefer bottle over breast for more personal reasons. Stella is a mother of two

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To feel like you love your children less because you formula fed them isn’t fair who decided from birth that breastfeeding wasn’t something she was comfortable with. “Although I had my reservations, I tried breastfeeding my first baby. But we had problems latching on so I had him on formula from then. I also expressed for the first five months. For my second baby I knew straight away I didn’t want to breastfeed and came to hospital prepared with my bottles,” she says. Stella suffered a lot of guilt over her decision and was on the receiving end of criticism from hospital staff and friends. “My children are older now and I don’t regret my decision for a minute. They’re happy, healthy kids and performing really well at school. To feel like you love your children less because you formula fed them isn’t fair,” she says.

COMPLIMENTARY FEEDING Complimentary feeding is the combination of breastfeeding and bottle feeding with formula.

For some mothers this may be the solution to assist re-entry into the workforce or to keep their baby well fed if experiencing a dwindling supply of breast milk.

For mothers who have only ever breastfed, there are some new considerations to take on.

When having formula, babies also need to drink water to maintain adequate hydration as constipation is a common complaint of formula fed babies.

Also of particular importance is maintaining strict hygiene standards by thoroughly sterilising bottles and any other equipment as formula fed babies don’t receive the same protection from infection as breast fed babies.

Regardless of the way in which you choose to feed your baby, it’s important to watch for signs that your chosen method may not be agreeing with your child. Consult your doctor or local child health nurse with any questions or concerns. www.kidsonthecoast.com.au

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Bambini Ensures Sunshine Coast Children Recieve the Best Start to Education Bambini Early Childhood Development is ensuring children receive the best start to early education, after introducing its quality childcare programs and service, sustainable environment and innovative learning programs to the Sunshine Coast community.

Having four new and refurbished centres open on the Sunshine Coast since April last year, Bambini Early Childhood Development is building a successful presence in the Coast’s early learning segment as a leading family owned and operated childcare brand. The four boutique childcare facilities are located at Caloundra, Sunshine Beach, Meridan Plains and Peregian Springs and in total provide 440 early childhood and approved kindergarten placements to the Sunshine Coast community. Meridan Plains and Peregian Springs also offer after school care programs and cater for children up to twelve years of age.

Each Bambini centre is managed by a team of mature early learning Diploma qualified educators, and has a Bachelor of Early Childhood Teacher in each Kindergarten Studio implementing the QLD Early Learning Curriculum Guidelines and advocating the National Quality and Early Years Learning framework.

All centres offer an innovative and open-ended approach to early learning and feature literacy based curriculums, self-initiated, age appropriate playtime activities and a variety of indoor and outdoor fitness programs to ensure children maintain an active, healthy and balanced lifestyle. The centres’ indoor learning environments are rich in creativity and colour and comprise modern and natural resources to further advance the children’s learning and development process.

The boutique early learning facilities also boast brand new expansive,

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sustainable and stimulating outdoor playscapes, which include natural elements, vegetable and herb gardens, bird and chicken aviaries, guinea pig pens, forts and water play areas. Outdoor environments vary, and each centre offers their own signature points of difference including putt putt courses, enchanted gardens, cubby houses and other components – ensuring the outside play areas are unique in design, while providing engaging and interactive learning environments for children of all ages.

Continually building upon its successful reputation in the community, Bambini Early Childhood Development approved provider Gabrielle Giufre said the centre’s philosophy to early learning had been well-received by families, since introducing the Sunshine Coast to the Bambini difference over one year ago.

“We believe it is imperative that children are well-supported and nurtured in their early years of development, as the best stage to build a healthy foundation and shape social, intellectual and emotional skills begins in the first five years of a child’s life. The Sunshine Coast community has been extremely receptive of our holistic approach to early learning, and this has resulted in continual high occupancy levels across all four centres,” Mrs Giufre said.

Bambini’s philosophy is based on acknowledging the intuitive and imaginative dimensions of childhood, and encouraging initiative and independence at an early age by providing age appropriate learning experiences while embracing the value of active play.

For more information about Bambini’s Sunshine Coast centres or to enrol, visit www.bambiniecd.com.au

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Healthy NATURAL HAIR…

THE INS AND OUTS OF NATURAL SHAMPOO, DYE AND NITS!

By Kim Lahey

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n uncontrolled ‘no-poo’ trial began in 2007 when a Sydney ABC radio guest mentioned he hadn't shampooed for a decade. Callers were so keen to try it, host Richard Glover challenged them to jettison shampoo for six weeks, after which 86% of the 500 participants said their hair was “either better or the same” compared to when they shampooed regularly. Glover also noted “There’s a feeling of liberation to be able to say no to an entire aisle of the supermarket.”

Plenty of us adopt ‘no-poo’ practices while camping or travelling as part of the freedom.

I’ve pushed it to three weeks without being imprisoned.

But Nature does intend for us to wash our hair regularly, Brisbane hair and scalp specialist Janne Scougall says. “Maybe not 100 years ago but we’ve had lifestyle changes - we play so

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much sport and live active lives, we sweat,” she explains. And after a week or so without a wash, dead hairs accumulate in the scalp.

“The more you sweat the more you need to wash your hair. If you’re sweating and have moisture in your hair, the moisture is a breeding ground for fungus and bacteria,” Janne explains.

Writer Christa Souza recounted in week two of her own six-seek ‘no-poo’ trial: “The itchiness, greasiness, and matte halo of frizz became unbearable.” But she persevered - albeit with a regime of hairbrush-strokes, hot-water dousing, vinegar rinses, and head massages - to a point in week four when “the texture is almost silky smooth.” And by week five “..if I may say so myself, I look pretty great,” she said. But a hairdresser told her “You wash your face every day. Why wouldn’t you wash your hair, too? It’s been to the same places, after all!”

Christa noted that the ‘no-poo’ regime proved to be higher maintenance than shampooing. “I have no doubt there’s some truth to the theory of self-cleaning hair, but I am neither a cat nor an oven. I’m back on the bottle—and it feels marvellous.”

“When people say they don’t shampoo it’s seems crazy,” Janne says. Of course, frequency of shampooing depends on lifestyle and hair type (and kids need to wash their hair less than adults do), Janne explains, but she is sceptical about jettisoning shampoo altogether because uncleansed oil invites munching microbes.

Some ‘No-poo’ cleaning methods include hot water only, honey and oils, conditioner and hot water, and bicarb soda and vinegar (a teaspoon of bicarb soda mixed with a cup of water - shake up, pour on, massage in, let it sit for a bit, rinse it www.kidsonthecoast.com.au

Only Natural out and then rinse with diluted vinegar).

I un-intentionally became a guinea pig for the bicarb and vinegar option months ago in our backyard. Unbeknown to a little ‘scientist’ visitor - who’d just mixed up a volcanic brew of vinegar and bicarb soda - I walked under our tree-house just as his brew was ‘disposed of’ …. Once I’d rinsed it out, my hair really shone!

“Bicarb soda is great for build up of products like hairspray - you can put it with the shampoo,”Janne explains.

“But vinegar is very acidic so using it time-and-time again will strip the hair.”

AVOIDANCE TACTICS “Bad smell is like loud noise - after a while you cease to notice it,” a friend of Christas noted slyly on her Facebook on week five of her ‘no-poo’ stint.

But it’s not the ‘clean’ we’re smelling after a hair wash, it is scent or fragrance.

“Fragrance is catch-all term which can include hundreds of chemicals and trigger allergic reactions,” the Environmental Working Group (EWG) advises.

NO POO

Fragrance may include any of 3,163 different chemicals and none are required to be listed on labels.

What about shampoos’ other ingredients like lathering agents and preservatives?

Queensland University lecturer, researcher, and author of Chemical Free Kids, Sarah Lantz explains, “The vast majority of chemicals on the market have never been tested, and are not required to be tested for toxicity on the body.” Many companies choose not to use the chemical’s common name, and instead use the source of the chemical, for example, ‘palm oil’, instead of the chemical name, ‘Diethanolamine’ or ‘Sodium Lauryl Sulphate’ (SLS), she explains.

Dr Lantz, the EWG, and Safer Solutions all question these common shampoo-ingredients: Foaming agents Sodium laureth/sodium laurel sulfate (SLS) and it’s ‘cousin’ Ammonium lauryl sulphate/laureth suphate are described

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moderately toxic by ingestion, a mild allergen and a respiratory irritant. “The jury is still out, but it may be mutagenic and teratogenic,” Safer Solutions says. Alternative foaming agents like natural saponins gently cleanse the hair and scalp, Dr Lantz explains.

Synthetic preservatives like parabens - propyl, isopropyl, butyl, isobutyl - are hair-product staples. Longer-chain parabens may disrupt the endocrine system and cause reproductive and developmental disorders, the European Commission’s scientific committee on consumer products advises. They also state that PEG compounds which may carry the contaminant 1,4 dioxane (listed as a suspected human carcinogen) and KATHON CG. are to be avoided.

“Avoid products that contain harmful ingredients, like chemical names ending in acid or alcohol.” Dr Lantz says. Her ‘living in wellness’ tips include using certified organic, plant-based products and home-made products. The only way to be certain your personal care products are actually ‘organic’ is by identifying the certified organic label, she says. “Become a conscious consumer and tell companies you want safer products,” she urges.

“All I can say is don’t be fooled by slick marketing ‘green’ campaigns.” Dr Sarah Lantz ‘HEALTHY’ HAIR DYES? “You must be pedantic about the correct amounts with home hair-colouring,” Janne explains. “Mix and measure exactly as according to instruction to prevent burning and hair breakage.”

In 2011 consumer group Choice compared health-food-store hair dyes to supermarket products and noted that many ‘healthy’ dyes still contained plenty of chemicals, including the main allergy culprits. “Worse, most of the ingredients in ‘certified organic’ labelled products weren’t certified organic at all.”

The good news is, Choice found a range of 'natural' and 'organic' products in health-food stores and pharmacies with no-or-low levels of the chemical-culprits and these are listed on their website.

Many of the natural-sounding hair dyes claim to be free of ammonia, resorcinol, heavy metals, parabens, SLS and low in ethanolamine, hydrogen peroxide and PPD.

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Choice investigated the effects of permanenthair-dye ingredients and found they can cause allergies. Symptoms ranged from a burning sensation and rash, to weeping blisters, burns and severe face-swelling. Anaphylactic shock is rare but happens. The main culprits are ingredients that make the dye permanent when oxidised with hydrogen peroxide - para-phenylenediamine (PPD), Toluene-2,5-diamine (TD) and Toluene-2,5diamine sulphate (TDS), Choice states.

These ingredients aren’t problematic for most people, and there's no evidence they cause permanent harm, Choice notes. If you don't suffer redness, dryness, burning or itching after using hair dyes, supermarket/pharmacy dyes are cheaper colouring options. But the EWG lists dark permanent hair dyes as problem products “linked to cancer”.

CRAWLERS What are our options when it comes to lice or nits? “The most important part of the treatment is to drown the lice by smothering the hair in conditioner because the lice have a nose mechanism which prevents them drowning in water, but conditioner ‘drowns’ them.” Janne explains. Then use the lice comb, beginning from underneath and work through the hair, removing as many lice as possible.

Wash the conditioner out, dry the hair off and follow up with the lice treatment of choice, she says. Pay special attention to instructions about how long the treatment should be left on hair and how it should be washed out. After treatment, eggs still adhere to hair cuticles so combing needs to continue every two days. Check for three weeks to ensure all lice and eggs are gone.

Coast Mum Janelle only uses treatment if the nits are rife. “If I only spy a few eggs I just comb daily for a week” “I also lightly spray the girls hair with a (very) diluted tea-tree and water mix, which seems to stop them in the first place,” she says.

There are plenty of natural nit-remedies like neem, rosemary and tea tree oil. Choice has reviewed many commercial kids’ head lice treatments - including promising results from herbal treatments, listed on their website.

What tried-and-true nit remedies do you have?

Or why don’t you give the shampoo the heave-ho for six weeks and share your no-poo hair-tale!

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PARENT ville

By Aleney de Winter

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or a four year old, my son has quite sophisticated taste, not only in food but in women. And there are many, many lovely ladies in my wee man’s crayon filled little black book. But when I think about his list of lovelies I’m starting to see a pattern forming. Pretty much all his favourite ladies are connected to him not only by the heart, but also the stomach.

There’s one at the chocolate shop, two in the local store, one in the sushi shop and another at the café and he’s always chatting up the girls at the deli to score extra slices of salami. But one of these lovely ladies has always been held above all others, in all probability due to her penchant for spoiling him with chocolate frogs since he was about two.

Regardless of the why, at the ripe old age of four my son became betrothed to her. And when I say betrothed, I mean that he was so completely infatuated that he stole my wedding ring and gave it to her because “I love her mama, and when you love someone you give them a ring”. Fair point baby! Just. Not. Mine.

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With only a tiny 23 year age gap between them, she is my boy’s ‘Demi’ son could do worse. Not only is his The Fiancée smart, gorgeous and kind, and brings with her a dowry of bite-size chocolate goodies, the Kathmandu native makes the best dumplings in town. And we all know the way to a mother-inlaw’s heart is through her stomach. Oops, I meant boy’s heart!

It’s certainly the way to my son’s cardiovascular organ, which I think is actually located somewhere in his gut. So when The Fiancée recently asked us over for lunch he practically broke out in a fever. Mostly because the invitation came with a promise of a lesson in how to make Nepalese dumplings (momo) and they are one of his all-time favourite things. In fact, he loves any kind of dumpling you can throw his way. And when I say “loves” I mean with a passion fuelled by the fire of a thousand burning suns. This is a kid who considers yum cha as important to his survival as oxygen.

After twenty minutes of swooning, my four-year old foodie hits the kitchen with his amour who patiently talks him through each step of the process and soon he is making dumplings like a seasoned pro. Well, more like a drunk who has had both hands amputated but he does his very best, bless his tiny little cotton socks. And he does manage to make and construct abstract variations on the theme The result may not be as pretty as his teacher’s perfect little parcels but the proof is in the eating! And they are good. So good, in fact, that while we are busy chatting, my son manages to consume 22 of them - without slipping into a food coma.

The bizarre thing about my wee pelican is that he’s so petite that given the chance most Victoria’s Secret models would probably torture him for his diet tips. The kid is skinny. But why and how is unfathomable to anyone who sees his human compactus impersonation.

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GOOD health

P regnancy Nutrition for

By Nic Makim, Naturopath

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rom the moment I became pregnant, my whole life has revolved around soaking up as much of my gorgeous little ones as possible. This requires enormous amounts of energy which I acquire from optimal nutrition, daily exercise and my yoga practice. From a health perspective, the nine months spent in the womb and the months before conception are the most critical periods of our lives. Scientists are increasingly discovering that a mother’s health and nutrition during pre-conception and pregnancy have a profound effect on the health of the infant, and that patterns of disease in adulthood can be traced to infant nutrition.

BALANCE A healthy diet may also shape your babies food preference later in life. From my personal experience of three blissful pregnancies and clinical experience at Makim Wellness, energy levels and balancing mood swings seem to be the most often asked questions. To maintain energy levels

and balance mood swings, enjoy well-balanced, nutritious, low glycemic meals regularly through the day. At each meal try to include: • Protein such as quinoa, nuts, seeds, eggs, cheese, chicken, grass-fed beef, oily fish, legumes, lamb and spirulina.

• Carbohydrates such as vegetables (especially dark green leafy vegetables), whole grains, quinoa and brown rice.

• Essential fatty acids (EFA) such as chia oil, chia seeds, flaxseed, flaxseed oil, coconut oil, cod liver oil, evening primrose oil, seaweed, walnut oil, wheat germ oil, olive oil, sardines, mackerel and salmon. EFAs are also associated with reduced risk of high blood pressure in the mother.

Research shows that getting a good supply of choline during pregnancy helps restructure a baby’s developing brain for improved performance and improving the memory of adults. To boost levels of choline eat free-range eggs, beans, chicken, milk, lentils, split peas, wholegrain cereals, yeast, spinach, flaxseed and lecithin.

SUPPLEMENTS I recommend taking a practitioner range of supplements specifically formulated for pregnancy, including; • Multivitamin and mineral • Essential fatty acids. Omega 3 (DHA) supplementation during pregnancy has been shown to support the neurological and immune development in children, improving hand to eye co-ordination by two years age and with less allergy in the first year of life.

• High potency probiotic with colostrum.

During pregnancy the need for vitamins B1, B2, B6, B12, C, D, K, choline, folic acid, zinc, calcium, magnesium, phosphate and iron increases. Folic acid plays a vital role in the development of your baby’s organs and tissues, your energy levels, reduction of sugar cravings and may also reduce the risk of neural tube defects such as spina bifida. Good sources of folic acid can be found in; barley, beans, eggs, endive, dark green leafy vegetables (spinach, broccoli, Brussels sprouts, continued on next page...

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For smooth skin and to help reduce the risk of stretch marks boost zinc levels kale, spring greens), lentils, liver, sprouts, soybeans, yeast and homemade muesli.

Vitamin D has been shown to have numerous benefits during pregnancy, including reducing the risk of pre-eclampsia, insulin resistance and gestational diabetes. Vitamin D is also critical for fetal development and immune function. Walk in the glorious sunshine for ten minutes every day to soak up the vitamin D and enjoy foods rich in vitamin D such as cod, halibut, herring, butter, egg yolk, milk and sprouted seeds.

For smooth skin and to help reduce the risk of stretch marks boost zinc levels by eating grassfed beef, brewers yeast, capsicum, nuts, fish, egg yolks, ginger, milk, lamb, sunflower and pumpkin seeds, whole grains and yeast.

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MORNING SICKNESS Morning sickness may be due to hormonal changes and nutritional deficiencies. To help reduce your symptoms of morning sickness: • Avoid an empty stomach by eating small protein meals regularly.

• Avoid strong smelling and fatty foods.

• Before getting out of bed in the morning eat a ginger biscuit, ginger supplement and/or drink ginger or peppermint tea.

• Maintain a supplementation program to avoid nutritional deficiencies.

• Drink as much as two liters of water, a dehydrated body functions less efficiently.

• Eat iron rich foods such as lean, grass-fed beef and lamb.

• Ensure adequate, regular, and consistent amounts of sleep each night.

• Effective relaxation is essential – try techniques such as yoga or meditation.

• Maintain a reasonable work and personal schedule.

• Address chronic pain and/or depression.

CRAVINGS Sweet cravings may be due to hormonal changes and nutritional deficiencies. Be aware of what you’re craving and prepare alternative foods to satisfy your cravings such as berries and seeds drizzled with a little honey, a green smoothie or cacao and chia seeds, banana with almond butter,

a few pieces of quality dark sugar-free chocolate containing raw cacao, oven roasted sweet root vegetable chips or an apple with a slice of parmesan cheese. Keep sugar out of the house, instead use small amounts of rapadura sugar or honey instead. Eat five small, well-balanced meals and supplements to ensure you are receiving optimal nutritional levels. Drink a glass of water and wait ten minutes to curb the craving. Choose organic, local, fresh, unprocessed foods when possible.

Light cardio and yoga will help you feel good and keep you committed to a healthy lifestyle.

WHAT TO AVOID Foods to avoid during pregnancy: • Soft serve ice cream and thick shakes • Ham and other processed meats • Cold, smoked and raw seafood, especially oysters • Pate • Self-service salad bars or packaged salads, such as coleslaw and pasta salad • Soft cheese, such as brie, camembert, feta, cottage and ricotta • Liver, although a rich source of iron, it also contains high levels of vitamin A - something which, in excess, can be harmful to a developing baby.

• Strictly avoid alcohol and cigarette smoking, and reduce or avoid caffeine intake.

• Trans fatty acids such as hydrogenated oils, these are in many of the processed foods found in packages, cans and boxes.

• Fish containing mercury such as marlin, shark, swordfish, barramundi, ling, tuna, barramundi.

Commercial fried foods • Soy imitation foods such as soy milk and soy yogurt • Vegetable oils canola and corn • Limit white flour, soft drinks and sugar.

Stress management techniques, massage, a manageable work load and regular, indulging treats are all important for a healthy pregnancy.

Try and indulge in at least ten minutes every day to meditate, lie down or sit quietly to listen and ‘tune in’ to your beautiful body and precious baby.

Enjoy, indulge and glow through your pregnancy.

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Following footsteps whilst creating a new path meet:

Molly Stewart

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eing in a room with Molly makes you feel comfortable and good about yourself at the same time. She is passionate about her family, her sport, as well as her role as owner of Milford Lodge, one of the Sunshine Coasts oldest childcare centres.

Having grown up on the Coast, firstly enjoying life at Milford Lodge as a toddler and later being at Buderim State School and Matthew Flinders Anglican College, Molly cannot imagine living anywhere else with her young family.

Molly and her husband Justin met through Surf Life Saving, and have two children, Fiona (6) and Niamh (4). Having bought an old Queenslander near Nambour at the end of 2006, they are very slowly renovating it (“over the next 50 years or so!”). They are an active family with

My dad (Frank AKA Harry) out the front of Milford in the early 80s

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Justin now the sweep for the surf boat crew at Noosa Heads SLSC, Molly enjoying rowing and their girls spending a lot of time outside in the pool, climbing trees, riding bikes and on their trampoline.

Milford Lodge has a lot of history for Molly and her family. She explained, “My parents, Frank & Margaretha Prendergast, purchased Milford Lodge, (which they later found out was originally named “Emoh Ruo” - backwards for “Our Home”) at Christmas time in 1981.”

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Family Portrait at Milford Lodge, pre child care days

care centres and options for parents. The majority of centres at that time were government owned, and lacked in warmth and the comfort of home. Inspired, the renovated (and excavated) Milford Lodge opened in October 1986 with license for 25 (children per day). It was a big enough event to be formally opened by the Minister for Health – it was the first privately owned Child Care Centre on the Sunshine Coast.

Molly shared, “Milford Lodge boasted farmyard setting for the first 20 years (86-06) with pony rides daily as well as a variety of other farm animals. I went to Buderim Mountain Preschool and remember being collected by my mother with the ponies sometimes. I think, from memory, she would bring the afternoon group to BMSS continued on next page...

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Profile My best friend from Milford Lodge (Kate) and I bobbing for apples. Wouldn't be allowed to do that any more!

Joe (brother) pushing me in the pram at Milford Lodge

At 16, and with no qualifications, I ended up running the Preschool room, and found out I actually really enjoyed it!

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with the ponies, and then take the morning group back.

“Things were very different back then – I think child safety comes to mind first. The fences were of normal height without people being concerned of children climbing out or dangerous people lurking on the other side.

“My mother ended up opening two other “Milford Lodge” Centres in the 90's. One they built brand new, down near the University, now called Toral Lodge, and the other was purchased as a house across the road from the original Milford Lodge and converted to create a babies and toddlers centre, this is now Art Nuvo. She was a pretty busy lady back then, always raking, sewing, sweeping, baking, leading ponies, shovelling chip bark, and she also represented QLD in the women’s lightweight single scull at the ‘tender’ age of 39! I am not quite sure if there is anything my mum can’t do!”

In the late 90’s, Molly’s family (with the support of the local council) opened Milford Lodge Murgon. She shared, “I was asked to be the book keeper (as there was no way I was EVER working in Child Care) and was happy enough to do this.

Finding good staff can be extremely difficult in those small towns, as was the case with the new Milford Lodge and soon enough I was thrown in.

At 16, and with no qualifications, I ended up running the Preschool room, and found out I actually really enjoyed it!

I spent a few years at the Murgon Milford Lodge, and came back to the Sunshine Coast regularly on weekends to see friends.”

Always a Coast girl at heart, at 18 her father took her down to have a go in a surf boat at

Mooloolaba. Molly explained, “I was around them a lot as a very young child, as my father always rowed (river and surf), but I never took an interest in surf sports. I had spent many years rowing on the river (sculling and sweep oar) and so already had a good background in rowing. I competed in surf boat rowing until I was 23 picking up a couple of Australian Open Gold medals, State Gold & Silver, a few branch and some national series medals.”

It was through her sporting experiences that she met her husband, Justin. “We met at the last National Titles I competed in (2006) and everything moved very quickly after that! We signed on a house in November 2006, I found out I was pregnant in January 2007, we moved into the house in February 2007 and slowly started taking over Milford Lodge after having my second child in 2009. The official takeover was October 2010, however my mum still does heaps for Milford Lodge, sewing, gardening etc. I don’t know if she would ever retire from work completely – it is not a word that is in her vocabulary!”

So how has having children changed her life?

“Before having children I was leading the somewhat selfish life of an athlete. Sport came first; everything else can fit in after. It is completely the opposite now! In regards to my profession, I believe I have more tolerance of children in general, and maybe less judgemental of parents – it is just something that only comes once you have them yourself I think.”

Finally, what life message does she most want her children to learn? Be happy with who you are.

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Theme party ideas

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SOME PEOPLE LOVE THEM, OTHERS MAY RAISE THEIR EYEBROWS, BUT ONE THING IS CERTAIN: KIDS ADORE THEMED PARTIES! HAVING A THEME CAN ALSO MAKE A PARTY MUCH EASIER TO ORGANISE (ESPECIALLY IF YOU PICK A SIMPLE THEME). OUR FACEBOOK READERS SHARED THEIR STORIES, IDEAS AND PICTURES. LET US KNOW WHAT YOU THINK ONLINE! Donna My daughter had a back to the 80's party for her 16th. They all had a great time singing with a karaoke machine and dancing to the good old music Briallyn All our parties are themed! We have done Halloween, Super heroes, surfing, garden party, wombats (complete with wombat piñata!) I do everything from baking to decorating! The kids love it!

Renee I'm planning a high tea garden party for my daughters 2nd birthday early next month. So much fun!

Candy My Little Pony, jungle animals, Monster High, butterfly

Pam I did a Thomas theme as my sons first, just had Thomas decorations and a Thomas colouring in station.

Mel My daughter had a high tea for her 7th birthday. It was great. We got a lot of stuff online : heaps of girly pink & bling.

Jasmine My daughters 4th birthday is coming up and we are having a Barbie party. For my son’s birthday we had a lego themed party.

Pam For my sons second birthday we did a Humpty Dumpty theme as we had it in Humpty Doo NT at the Humpty Dumpty park. I just did simple decorations and made a poster using scrapbooking paper, printed out little Humpty Dumpty's and the kids had to put Humpty Dumpty back on the wall (like pin the tail). I had a shaded area in the centre as the bullseye and whoever got closest, second closest and third closest got a prize.

For my sons third I decorated lightning McQueen style and only had face painting as an activity. By the time 15 kids faces are painted and you do food, it's over! continued on next page...

Donna My daughter had a Monster High Roller Derby themed party at the Caloundra Rollerdrome. It was awesome, the kids got into character so well. I made up ID tags on lanyards for them to wear with their character names and pictures on them, it was a little planning for an awesome party thanks to the Rollerdrome staff. Even the kids that weren't into Monster High got on board, the photos looked amazing.

Colour theme by Christine H

By the sea theme by Julia

Colour theme by Christine H

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A friend made the cakes. My favourite was the lightning McQueen one: a simple slab cake but then she decorated a scene from the movie 'tractor tipping' was such a giggle.

by all, and we even got to use the apartments pool and BBQ area. We also had a pirate party in the park behind the Arts Centre, and although it rained, we still had a blast.

Lauren Superhero for Mr 4 a few weeks ago. It was awesome. We had an Avengers jumping castle and I made a superhero cake and all the kids dressed up

Ashlee My son is about to turn one, and for his first birthday party we are having a circus! He is the ring master of course. We have bought bright spotty material from spotlight and sewed together a huge sheet to throw over the outdoor gazebo and have made a "big top"... We got those cute popcorn boxes and are doing fairy floss and hotdogs. The invitations are circus themed and include little "admit one" tickets for the kids lol can't wait!! Oh and carnival games, balloons and music.

Christine I've done red, white and pink for my daughters 3rd, Rainbow for her 4th and The Very Hungry Caterpillar for my son's 2nd birthday.

Zach's little duckie theme

Janene We've done vintage cowboy, Sesame Street, Yo Gabba Gabba, Lightning McQueen, Captain America and have a trucks/diggers party coming up in a few weeks.

Loren Project Runway party for my daughter's 11th birthday party. The girls decorated a singlet each using fabric pieces, sequins, buttons, bows, ribbons etc. We stuck the trims on with glue rather than sewing them as it would take too long.

While the glue dried, the girls did their makeup at the makeup station and chose accessories from the dress up station (my high heeled shoes and boots, feather boas, hats etc). Then we held the finale where the girls had to model their creations and they all won a prize for most creative, most bizarre etc. Best party we've ever done!

Deb Outer Space Theme - Made 12 Jetpacks and sewed 12 little alien toys. Pin the Man on the Moon.. you get the idea.

Butterfly theme by Melinda

Nicole We had a Mad Hatter Tea Party for my daughters 6th birthday. Such a fun theme! Easy to organise games also!

Kellie We had a robot party for my sons 4th birthday and all of the boys built their own robots! We also gave each child robot shaped crayons in their party bags. It was heaps of fun Liana Superhero, Harry potter, Buzz Lightyear, and Star Wars. I love doing my boys themed parties they are so much fun. I make as much as possible and use our imagination so it doesn't cost much at all.

Colour theme by Christine O

Monique We have had loads - Monster truck (had own cardboard box truck to race), Bob the builder - (got their own hard hat & tools), Angry Birds (had a real adult sized sling shot), Teddy bear picnic (played parachute games and set up a tee pee & bears). We love a good party!

Delwyn I had a Thomas party for sons 1st then his 4th we a had pirate party and 5th we had carnival, the carnival was by far the best as it was not a popular theme so was a good challenge and what made it more of a challenge we at the time were staying in a high rise apartment in Surfers so space was limited. An awesome day was had

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Tina Had an Alice in Wonderland party for my eldest daughter's 6th birthday complete with croquet court, teacup and saucer painting and cupcake decorating station and a Pin the Grin on the Cheshire cat game. I then had a Mermaid party for my other daughter's 4th birthday last year with aquarium craft, water games, Jelli Baff goo hunt and under the sea themed food. Am planning a Rock Star Karaoke Party for my oldest's 8th Birthday this year. Love themes!! Get a bit carried away

Linda Last year my 6 year old had a T party as her first name begins with the letter T. Guests were asked to dress as something starting with the letter T. My children dressed as Tinkerbell, a tourist and a train. All the food we ate began with the letter T - Twisties, tartlets, trio of cheeses, twiggy sticks, tomato sauce, tim tams, teddy bear biscuits, toffees, tzatziki etc. To drink we had tropical punch. All the prizes began with a T - tennis balls, tiaras and trucks and in the party bags we put tissues, lolly teeth and tooters. Naturally we did a treasure hunt and you guessed it - all the answers began with the letter T. Jodi We had a Hip Hop Party at our dance school for my 13 year old twins (boy and girl) party. Great for their age and both boys and girls loved it. Big success!

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or years South America has been associated with young and eager backpackers looking for a bit of adventure during their gap year.

I guess this explains the puzzled looks I received when revealing family plans for a three week excursion to the far away continent. To many of my friends this seemed brave; to me it seemed the perfect opportunity to introduce my sons to a new culture while enjoying some of the world’s best wildlife.

Having worked previously in South America, I already knew the hotels are fantastic and guides second to none. To add to the excellent facilities, many local people travel with their families so every hotel caters well for children. The infrastructure itself is better than before and improving every day, so I certainly felt comfortable taking my precious cargo.

Even so, South America is a long distance destination and it is very different travelling with children.

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WILDLIFE AND CULTURE IN ECUADOR (QUITO AND THE GALAPAGOS ISLANDS) For a relatively small country, Ecuador offers a wealth of diversity and is a must for nature lovers. Its charming capitol city, Quito, was founded on the ruins of an Incan City in the 16th Century and is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

It provides a great base to enjoy nearby activities such as exploring volcanoes before heading to the Galapagos Islands. Famous for their connections to Charles Darwin and giant tortoises, the Galapagos Islands offer some of the most fascinating wildlife experiences on the planet.

The kids will love the constant activities from trekking and climbing to diving and snorkelling all the while marvelling at the impressive wildlife.

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INCAS AND AMAZON IN PERU With its impressive history, jaw dropping landscape and sprawling rainforests, Peru offers a plethora of activities that will keep even the most active of children entertained. In Cusco, days can be spent trekking through the Andes to the Incan city of Machu Picchu or flying down the Tambopata River’s white water rapids. Just a short flight from Cusco lays the Amazonian town of Puerto Maldonado. The jungle offers everything that appeals to kids - butterflies, monkeys, adventure and mud. Families will love exploring the mighty Amazon by canoe, staying in a jungle lodge where the local children are the guides.

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GAUCHOS AND SALT FLATS IN ARGENTINA A visit to the northern Argentinian city of Salta is a must for all horse lovers. Stay at a local ranch and live life like a Gaucho (South American Cowboy), riding each day in the foot hills of the Andean mountains.

Just a short drive away through the impressive mountains of the Cordillera Oriental lays the Salinas Grandes Salt Flat.

The whole family will enjoy experimenting with the strange perspectives offered by the landscape, taking some of the best holiday snaps of the trip.

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SKIING AND PENGUINS IN CHILE The slopes of Valle Nevado near Santiago de Chile offer some of the best skiing in South America. Popular with skiers and snowboarders alike the slopes will keep snow bunnies happy for days on end. There’s also fun to be had for the non-skiers with regular five day cruises from Punta Arenas to the Tierra del Fuego National Park. Most cruises offer family friendly services including personally led zodiac rides exploring vast glaciers and searching for penguins.

Chimu Adventures’ South America wide itineraries are now available exclusively for families from Galapagos cruises to rainforest expeditions led by local children. Each hotel is recommended from first-hand experience and tours can be tailored to suit each family. For more information visit www.chimuadventures.com/content/familyadventures.

WATERFALLS AND THE GARDEN OF EDEN IN BRAZIL Famous for Carnival and skimpy swim suits Brazil may seem a little too adult for the young ones but never fear there’s plenty of PG rated fun to be had as well. How about the exciting boat road along the Iguasu River, which comes up close to the tumultuous waters of the world’s widest waterfall, the Iguasu Falls? Or perhaps the family would prefer exploring the backwaters of the Pantanal where howler monkeys swing from the trees, giant otters swim in the waters and caiman cling to the river banks.

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by Frances Watts & David Legge, ABC Books, RRP $24.99 Open the box, if you dare, But danger lies within: beware!

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Ella and Olivia #7: Pony Problem

by Yvette Poshoglian, Scholastic Australia, RRP $7.99 Ella and Olivia is an Australian series which offers young girls sweet and funny adventures. In book 7, Ella's friend Zoe is entering an equestrian competition. She invites Ella along to help her groom her horse, Hattie. But Ella has other plans! She ends up entering the pony competition-by accident!

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MOVIES: FOR KIDS My Little Pony: Equestria Girls 2 weekends Only All tickets $7: Sat/Sun Aug 24th-25th; Sat/Sun Aug 31st - Sept 1st. Rated G A brand new full-length feature introducing an exciting new dimension to the incredibly popular My Little Pony brand. When a crown is stolen from the Crystal Empire, Twilight Sparkle pursues the thief into an alternate world where she transforms into a teenage girl who must survive her biggest challenge yet… high school.

With help from her new friends who remind her of Ponyville’s Applejack, Rarity, Rainbow Dash, Pinkie Pie, and Fluttershy, she embarks upon a quest to find the crown and change the destiny of these two parallel worlds.

Dino Time In cinemas: August 3 Rated: TBA A fun prehistoric animated family adventure following three kids who stumble 65 million years into the past where a pink T-rex named Tyra mistakes them for her own children. Features the voices of Jane Lynch and Rob Schneider.

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Multiple schools can be added as favourites. The school community can also receive emergency announcements such as natural disasters and school closures through the app.

The Curse ($2.99 iPad & iPhone) Watch out! Did you accidentally release an evil villain? You can only reverse it if you solve all the puzzles in the book.

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Tiny Tots Ten Dollar Tuesday entitles you to play on the following games and rides (you can go on as many times as you like until noon).

Games from 9am: • Mini Golf Rides from 10am: • Tykes Trolleys • Tin Lids Tea Party • The Carousel, and • Giggle Go Round

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