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summer Since our last issue we’re excited to say Edwina got married! As this issue goes to print she is on her honeymoon, no doubt enjoying the break after many months of planning for her spectacular wedding. We wish her and her husband Rowan all the very best!
As well as seeing Edwina get married, we also had the privilege of interviewing Elle Macpherson for this issue’s cover story. From local girl to global inspiration, Elle shared some fond memories from the North Shore and also about business and family, the interview shows her as a very grounded superstar. As this year winds to a close the team at Living Local would like to wish you a very Happy Christmas and a wonderful New Year!
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Tis the Season BY JUDITH MCGHIE
It starts mid-September. The weather is fickle, purple flowers adorn the Jacarandas and a collective sigh can be heard as retail stores wanting an edge over internet shopping, start stocking their shelves early with Christmas items. Almost in a united groan, consumers begin to make the all too familiar declaration, “not yet, it’s too soon!” In navigating the season, the savvy ‘To-Do-Listers’ begin their planning in October, whilst the rest of us slip into denial, whispering to ourselves “there is still plenty of time.” The semi-organised make their start in November and come December (usually around the 24th), everyone else sprints to the stores hoping they will find something useful to buy.
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By December, the approach of Christmas cannot be denied with our houses decorated and the tree lights glimmering. Santa has become seemingly omnipresent, appearing in every mall at the same time while car parks turn into jungles. Inundated with Christmas parties and end of year functions, our overindulgence is barely contained. It niggles at us but we brush it aside knowing the New Year’s Resolution Day is not far off. The realization that we may have left it too late to book the beachside holiday accommodation for January, also hits us about now. Every year we tend to fall into the same routine arriving at the 25th in various states of stress and tiredness. We are so close to being over the ‘snow’
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and Jingle Bells, yet somehow we manage to hold it together for another twenty-four hours. With the dawn of Christmas morn’ we summon our strength, take a deep breath and determined to enjoy the day, we navigate family and eat far more than intended. In the midst of the chaos and at odds to it, is the message of Christmas, the birth of Christ the Saviour, the Son of God. It is a message of peace in the face of violence and abuse. It is a message of love in the face of radicals who seemingly only know how to hate causing a tide of refugees to flee their homes. It is a message of hope in the face of major life and global challenges. May your Christmas be filled with the wonder of peace, love and hope.
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ROSEVILLE AND ROSEVILLE CHASE
BY ELISSA TOMLINS, LOCAL MUM
For a suburb so close to the city, Roseville has plenty of parks, grassy reserves and bushwalking tracks to check out. My favourite spot in the Roseville area is Echo Point. This is a hidden gem, and a good alternative to driving down to the beaches this summer! The beach, which looks out onto Middle Harbourr, is not easy to access (take sensible shoes for the path or go down the stairway and walk in the water around to the left), but once you get down there you’ll find a very pleasant spot to spend a summer’s afternoon. Even if other families are about, you’ll feel like you’re at your own little beach and the kids can splash about to their hearts content. Afterwards, they can go for a walk up through the bush back to the playground or reserve. The cute little pirate themed playground is a great spot to play or dry off after a swim. Echo Point was a hit with my little one, and I’ll be heading back there many times.
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Also in Roseville Chase is the brand new, as yet unnamed, Rotary Park. It has lovely climbing equipment, which encourages problem solving as well as a simple bike track, a swing, and a roundabout. No toilets, but parking is easy. Even if you’ve lived in Roseville for years, this is something new to check out. Bancroft Park is a well developed and interesting park. Situated right next to the Ku-ring-gai Art Centre, the whole area feels like a sculptor’s playground. The crocodile themed play equipment is challenging but fun, and the playground features a host of activities not often seen, including a “telephone” for the kids to enjoy. The brand new modern toilet is clean and even plays calming music while you do your business! A little further up on the back streets of Roseville is the beautiful and classic little Roseville Park. There’s a variety of sporting fields from cricket to tennis and everything in between, but my favourite aspect of this park is the cute fenced-in playground. There’s shade, plenty for the little ones to enjoy, and a Sous le Soleil, a french restaurant, just a stroll away. This is a sweet little park in a relaxed setting. Finally, Loyal Henry Park, on the other side of the Highway, has a bit of something for everyone. The little playground off Thomas Ave is small and designed for toddlers, but older kids can enjoy playing hide and seek in the bamboo or heading down to the oval to run around. There are tables to sit at, and toilets when you need them. This is a great park if you have some active kids who really need a run around.
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1 ECHO POINT - Off Babbage Rd, Roseville Chase 2 ROTARY PARK - Cnr Malga Ave and Babbage Rd, Roseville Chase 3 BANCROFT PARK - Bancroft Ave, Roseville. Parking available off
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4 ROSEVILLE PARK - Off Clanville Rd, Roseville 5 LOYAL HENRY PARK - Off Thomas Ave, Bromborough Rd or
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Eastern Road Quality Meats BY ALLAN WALDON, EASTERN ROAD QUALITY MEAT
rolled season whole breast of turkey easy to cook and serve and very moist. A real hit with everyone. PORK It’s not really the same on Christmas Day without the roast pork, ham and turkey. We’ll have rolled loins of pork with heaps of crackle for you and your family.
We are constantly breeding and producing better products at the farm, the cattle are looking fantastic and our sheep have improved out of site in the last few years. We love the paddock to plate knowing every part of the process and this year we have won medals in recognition of our efforts. With entries from all over Australia we were over the moon with the results at this years Sydney Fine Food RAS Show. Two years in a row now we have won gold medals for gourmet lamb and chicken products. The lamb was from our farm and both years we have received the most prestigious award we cold hope for. Our farmbred lambs won gold for Lamb sausages and gourmet lamb for www.livinglocalguide.com.au
HAMS The Bangalow Sweet Hams are tasty and moist. Come in and have a taste for yourself. Cooked by Sydney’s best with some great glazes. Those who order a ham can come along on Saturday 12th December at 9:30am to our free open day in the shop. Learn how to prepare, glaze and cook a ham. We’ll give you plenty of tips for making the perfect Christmas Ham.
flavour and taste. This year we also won the only gold medal in the Tasmanian food show. CHRISTMAS TRIMMINGS At Eastern Road Quality Meats we have jumped right into summer and already looking around the corner at Christmas. TURKEY We have all you need for Christmas including genuine free-range Leadoux fresh turkeys, Sydney’s only supplier. These quality birds are from a small farm where animal welfare is top priority. We are committed to getting the very best products from small caring producers. We will also have our ever popular turkey festive breast, a boned
OTHER GOODIES Fish, salmon, smoked ocean trout, small or full fillets – we’ve got the goodies and we’ve got lots of ideas for entertaining this Christmas. Remember we are fully trained professionals and food is our business. We care at all levels, from paddock to the plate and we care about providing you with our best service. We are here to help you, so please ask. FACEBOOK To keep up with everything new at the shop and the farm, visit our Facebook page.
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The Navy and the BY ROBERT C. JOHNSTON, WRITER AND RESEARCHER
HMAS WATERHEN CIRCA 1970. PHOTO: RAN HERITAGE COLLECTION.
Ever since Colonial days the picturesque bays of the North Shore have provided various naval vessels and installations respite from the elements. In return, the Navy has protected the harbour entrance to our great city of Sydney. HMAS Waterhen in Waverton has been doing so for over fifty years. The prefix HMAS – which stands for “Her Majesty’s Australian Ship” – precedes the name of any commissioned vessel in the Royal Australian Navy’s arsenal. But it also applies to shore installations such as Waterhen. It is not to be confused with OHMSS (“On Her Majesty’s Secret Service”) made famous by James Bond – although it could be said that certain aspects of Waterhen’s role are somewhat secretive. 16
Established in 1962, Waterhen is the primary headquarters of Australia’s mine warfare capability, including six Huon class minehunters. From 1969 to 1979 Waterhen also based the Navy’s patrol boat command which was later moved further north to Cairns.
Recently, Waterhen has welcomed more lodgers to its moorings, in the shape of landing craft. These have been purpose built for the Navy’s giant new Landing Helicopter Docks (LHDs). In addition, HMAS Waterhen is the east coast home of the Royal Australian Navy’s elite Clearance Diving Team – similar in role to the US Navy SEALs. Clearance Divers are specialists in maritime tactical operations such as clandestine beach reconnaissance. They are also experts in mine countermeasures, underwater battle damage repair, and explosive ordnance disposal.
NAVY CLEARANCE DIVERS SCOUT THE SHORELINE. PHOTO: NAVY.
MINEHUNTERS MOORED AT HMAS WATERHEN. PHOTO: NICK D.
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During World War II the site now known as Waterhen was quarried to provide stone for the major Garden Island naval base on the other side of the harbour. The site also housed facilities that maintained the underwater boom nets that helped to protect Sydney from submarine attack. www.livinglocalguide.com.au
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North Shore The expanded base was named Waterhen in 1962 as a tribute to a “V” Class destroyer of the same name which was the first Royal Australia Navy ship to be sunk by the enemy in World War II.
THE FIRST HMAS WATERHEN WAS LOST AFTER BEING ATTACKED BY GERMAN DIVE-BOMBERS NEAR TOBRUK IN 1941. PAINTING: FRANK NORTON. In 2012 HMAS Waterhen celebrated its 50 year anniversary by earning a traditional “Freedom of Entry” parade through the streets of North Sydney. This right entails a parade of officers and sailors with their swords drawn, bayonets fixed and colours flying as they march to the beat of a drum. It is a tradition that is said to date back to at least medieval times, when towns sometimes forbade certain military units from bringing weapons past their gates. Only if a unit had gained the trust of the local population would they be allowed to carry their weapons within the town walls. Today, it is the highest symbolic honour www.livinglocalguide.com.au
HMAS WATERHEN’S FREEDOM OF ENTRY PARADE. PHOTO: NAVY. that can be bestowed by a city to a military unit – and it signifies HMAS Waterhen’s long and loyal connection to its local community. A little trivia: watchers of home grown television might recognise HMAS Waterhen as a filming location for the action drama series Sea Patrol.
Family’s with young kids interested in seeing the minehunters should be able to catch a glimpse from nearby Berry Island Reserve, which happens to be a beautiful waterfront park equipped with picnic tables, barbeques, and a children’s playground.
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Occasional care BY SUE HANDISIDES
Occasional care allows parents/ carers the flexibility to leave their children in an early childhood learning environment to socialise and interact with other children. Children have the opportunity to play in a safe, child focused environment and may engage in painting, craft, dramatic play, language and music activities, gross motor activities, building blocks, playing with puzzles and games and so on. St Ives Occasional Care is still going strong after 39 years of continuous operation as a local community run centre. While society has changed a lot in the last 40 years the centre continues to provide a safe environment
where children can develop social skills and learn skills which they will need as they start preparing for either pre-school or school itself. There are a lot of different childcare options for parents these days and Occasional Care is unique as it provides the most flexible care option for parents and carers. SIOC cares for children between the ages of 6 months to five years old, Monday to Friday between 8:30am and 3:30pm. Offering both regular bookings for children as well as space for children to come for flexible or casual hours on an ad hoc basis. In our society there are a lot of parents living away from traditional support structures,
and even if a child’s extended family are around it isn’t always convenient for them to care for children when parents need them to be cared for. Families can access occasional care on a casual basis and use it for appointments, to attend meetings or even to enable a haircut. Often it is used as a stepping-stone to long day care or preschool or to assist families with a limited support network and/or emergency care. For more information www.sioc-kids.org or look up your local occasional care centre.
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All I want for Christmas… is to survive it debt free! BY MARK LEWIN, CFP® PRACTITIONER With the holiday season fast approaching, it’s tempting to throw out the year’s careful planning and budgeting to splurge in the name of Christmas. But getting into the Christmas spirit doesn’t mean you have to get into debt. Follow these tips on how you may be able to emerge into the New Year debt free. SET A BUDGET First take some time out to review your current finances. Determine how much you can realistically afford to spend without getting into the red. Remember to include gifts and entertainment as well as all the small things that come with the season like cards, stamps, decorations, food and travel. Next make a list of everyone you plan on giving a gift to and decide how much you want to spend on each person. Finally check that the total figure you want to spend is not beyond your budget. You may need to reduce the amount you’re able to spend on each person or reassess the number of people on your list. START EARLY Before you know it, Christmas 20
will be upon us. In fact, the department stores have already started spruiking their Christmas wares. By shopping early, you can look out for sales and great deals for later in the year. You also have time to comparison shop rather than last-minute shop; where you panic buy into picking up something (anything) which will usually mean spending more.
mistake, which is sure to break your budget. Christmas shopping isn’t a ‘one for you, one for me’ deal. If you really need to have it, wait until after the holidays when it’s more likely to be on sale.
LOOK FOR SAVINGS AND INCENTIVES If you choose to use your credit card, look for any rewards or discounts that may be available through your credit provider. Also try to shop online first as you’re less likely to impulse shop and can easily compare prices across various websites. There are plenty of online retailers that offer savings across a number of product categories such as fashion, skincare, make up, fragrances, books and electrical appliances. You can also find discounts through online community classifieds, auctions and daily deal sites.
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OUR RESIDENT STYLIST CANDICE MCLINTOCK HELPS YOU SAIL INTO SUMMER WITH THESE COOL SUMMER LOCAL LOOKS…
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BEAUTYFashion
Fake it ‘til you make it
- A HANDY GUIDE TO THE NEW GENERATION OF SELF-TANNERS. BY ELLEN MALONE, BEAUTY EXPERT
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hen self-tanners first came onto the market, many of us (myself included) scrambled to achieve the bronzed limbs denied to us by genetics, and came away with odd smelling, streaky orange limbs and yellow palms. The good news is that the new generation of fake tan is easier to apply and more natural looking than ever, so you needn’t fear being a tangerine queen. Top tips: exfoliating and moisturising the day before will not only give a smoother result, but will also reduce the likelihood of going orange by stabilising the skin’s PH levels. Make sure you match your face to your body by adding a touch of your chosen tanning formula to your moisturiser. MOUSSE TANNERS. Quick drying, SPRAY ON TANNER. IN SHOWER TANNERS. 1. ultra 5.The new kid on the block in sheer formulas designed to 3. Designed to mimic the effects
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get you tanned, dressed and out the door in no time. Best applied with a tanning mitt for ease of blending. Pro tip: use one pump per section for smaller areas (like arms) and two pumps per section for larger areas to keep your colour consistent. Work fast, as these formulas tend to dry fast and can streak if not blended properly. Pros: generally gives the best colour of any home tanner. Cons: little bit tricky to apply, may take a few goes to get it just right.
GRADUAL TANNERS. 4.Think of these as your tanning
WASH OFF INSTANT BRONZER. The ‘commitment free’ option of the tanning world, these are non-DHA smudge resistant body makeups. Available in a range of finishes from sheer and dewy, to matte, high coverage body ‘foundation’ style formulas, perfect for evening out, sun damage or other imperfections. No tanner smell, easy to fix streaks or application mistakes. Wonderful, except for the slightly disheartening feeling the next morning when your perfect, streak free tan goes running down the drain.
training wheels. Hydrating lotion formula designed to be used in place of your normal body lotion, adding a little bit of tan each day. These are a good option if you are trying fake tan for the first time, or topping up a darker tan in between applications. These also come in a non-DHA version that boosts your natural melanin production for a totally natural looking result, with no tanner smell. Very subtle result, low risk for streaking and easy to apply.
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of a professional spray tan, these are a great solution for the time poor tanner. I find they do a tremendous job on the arms and legs, however you may need a friend to spray your back for you, unless you have advanced arm bending yoga skills. Keep a tanning mitt on hand in case you need to blend any splotches!
self-tanner is designed to be used on damp skin, in the shower. Step one - have a shower. Step two - turn the water off or direct it away from you, and apply your tanner like you would a body lotion. Step three - rinse your hands and then stand there for three minutes. Step fourrinse and go. The upside of these formulas is that you can dress and go immediately, and personally I like to use the time to leave a hair mask on for double beautifying duty. The downside is that three minutes when you are wet feels like ages, so make sure to do this on a warm day! Top tip: make sure to clip your hair out of the way to avoid drips on your tan.
LOTION 6.TRADITIONAL TANNERS. Applied like a
body lotion, these are best suited to those with drier skin and a patient temperament. Make sure to rinse your hands thoroughly afterwards, and leave the tanner on overnight for best colour results.
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Living Local Loves BY MAREE TURK THE SUPER ELIXIR Don’t we all want good,
uncomfortable gut, however, it’s
healthy habits? I heard about
coming up to summer and my
the benefits of keeping your
gut and immune system have
body in the healthy alkaline
performed wonderfully well.
range and even though I want
I also noticed that my Super
to keep up my green veggie
Elixir was disappearing at a
intake, it’s not always easy to do.
super fast rate so when a new
So when the opportunity came
delivery mysteriously arrived,
to try out Elle Macpherson’s
I questioned my husband. He
healthy supplement, I took it.
wanted in on the goodness too
There are a few ways to try The
and had been sneaking a shot
Super Elixir. I enjoyed keeping
each morning. He’s become a fan
it simple - mixing it with a small
of The Super Elixir and likes the
glass of water and downing a
benefits it’s bringing to his body.
green shot each morning. I’ve
The Super Elixir is now a healthy
been using this healthy green
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elle macpherson FROM LOCAL GIRL
TO GLOBAL INSPIRATION ELLE MACPHERSON SHARED WITH LIVING LOCAL SOME FOND MEMORIES FROM THE NORTH SHORE AND ALSO ABOUT BUSINESS AND FAMILY, I’M SURE YOU’LL AGREE, THE INTERVIEW SHOWS HER AS A VERY GROUNDED SUPERSTAR. You have on your website that your ‘Australian roots and early experience are very much at the core of your outlook’. What would you say are the things from your Australian roots that still influence your outlook to life? The Australian ‘true blue’ attitude of being authentic and being true is important to me. I believe this is a great Australian trait. I also think Australians are brave and pioneering with a ‘give it a go’ mentality. One of our readers recalls seeing your magazine cover mounted on the A Block reception area’s hall of fame at Killara High School in the late 90’s. Knowing the influence you have had on many locals, are there any teachers or others from your younger days that influenced your life in a significant way? My best friends from school were Hannah Thorley and Penny Morris (we are still friends to this day), Mrs. Formby, my biology teacher stands out and Mr. Steenbohm from the Lindfield Pharmacy who gave me my first job at 13 – Saturday mornings and Thursday nights. This taught me how to be responsible, pro-active and to enjoy working for independence. 28
How often do you manage to visit the area and what do you love most about coming to Australia now? I love the people, my family and friends and the natural beauty of Australia - the flora and fauna, the oceans and bays. I try to come back every year and bring my boys. Cy came last time and we spent time with the family. We went surfing, visited my dad in Cronulla and mum in the Eastern suburbs. We went to Symbio Wildlife Park, climbed the Harbour Bridge, saw the Rocky Horror Show and the light show over Sydney Harbour. We had a ball. My boys are half Australian and I want them to feel a real connection with their heritage.
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BUSINESS
From what we’ve read, you began modeling as a means to pay for law books after enrolling at University. Your career obviously took a different direction. How have you managed to maintain momentum as your career has evolved over many decades? My interests are varied and wide so my work life naturally follows suit. I don’t try to maintain momentum as such, I just try to keep moving and learning as a person and this keeps my work life doing the same. I have always had a hunger to learn more and improve myself. It means I make mistakes along the way but that’s been helpful too. Who have been some unlikely mentors throughout the different stages of your career? I’ve been blessed to have people www.livinglocalguide.com.au
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who have supported and guided me throughout my life, particularly in the last 10 years when I have really valued other women. They’ve shared with me how to be gentle, yet strong; to listen and apply; to find alternatives in tough situations; to create not destroy and to use humour to diffuse tension. I hope I have learned from many different people. My early agent and Manager, Stuart Cameron, helped me negotiate young fame and my modeling career, for the first 20 years. He influenced my views on life, and business. When I was exploring TV production and acting, I learned from some of the best, with my lingerie business I valued mentors in fashion like Dianne Von Furstenberg and www.livinglocalguide.com.au
wellness from Dr. Laubscher on Harley Street. The best thing about interesting and accomplished people is that they’re usually very generous with their time and advice. What are some hurdles you encountered along the way and how did you overcome them? I’m sure people see me as strong and confident, but believe me I’ve been through the same moments of nervousness and procrastination as the next person. Starting my own wellness company at 50, knowing it would be publicly scrutinized - the fact there was such talent behind it, the nutritional doctors and PhD’s who worked on it, I was worried that such a good product and such a positive message could get lost. Even though I knew one day I would start my own business, this natural caution has held me back from certain steps in my life. Going from the girl on the cover of magazines to the woman on the board of my own businesses definitely had its hurdles. I had to prove my credentials at WelleCo just like everyone else. Our partners, the board, all had to agree I could participate as an active partner. I had to prove I was more than just a spokesperson. I asked myself and my business partner Andrea, to have faith in me to help run this business and to creatively direct its path. We had worked together on her game-changing chemical free sunscreen brand Invisible Zinc in Australia so she knew a little of what I was capable of. I take it as a huge compliment that she saw this
potential and had this faith and encouraged me to step up to a more responsible role.
FAMILY With such a high profile career, how do you protect the family from the media while they are growing up? We do our best and go about our natural lives. My boys are learning how to conduct themselves in the world and set their own boundaries. Famous or not all our kids need to understand what’s appropriate on social media, how to keep a friend’s confidence, be loyal and truthful and find their own natural reserve. Is there any special family tradition that you manage to keep alive with growing boys? We have dinner together at home at 7pm and we have Santa stockings on Christmas mornings. Jeffrey has 3 amazing children and so I’ve included some of our traditions in our blended family of 5. When you look at your sons, what are you most proud of? My sons can be proud of themselves for having the courage, flexibility and strength to move to America after spending the whole of their lives in the UK. Adapting to a different culture in America, finding new friends and adjusting to a new scholastic system takes patience and persistence. They’ve also adopted 2 step-sisters, a half sister and step brother lovingly. The boys have respected their Australian and French heritage,
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maintained their British upbringing and European charm yet integrated with America. I believe they are a credit to themselves.
HEALTH + SUPER ELIXIR Was the Super Elixir created to ensure you could maintain a healthy lifestyle on the go? WelleCo have researched and developed products that help being ‘well’ easier. For me, THE SUPER ELIXIR has simplified a very noisy, crowded synthetic vitamin section to one clean whole food supplement of the highest grade. It’s what I was looking for in the first place. Dr Laubscher, together with 30
our PhD’s in Australia created a powder that is alkalising and a greens powder together. Sort of like a super powder that can move the body to a more alkaline state, to counteract some of those [acidic] things in our everyday lifestyle. We tweaked and tweaked until we had the perfect ‘recipe’ that supported all eleven systems of the body, helping the body function well without revving up the metabolism, with kidney support, liver function support … so it was a very balanced, easily absorbable product. It also had to be from whole foods, as these are the nutrients the body recognises and uses with premium ingredients that have
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all the nutrients in tact. Have you always been health focused i.e. clean eating etc.? If not, when did this start and what influenced the change? I have always been aware of the value of clean nutrition, but meeting Dr. Laubscher and starting my alkaline journey actually changed my life and how I view nutrition. I went and saw Dr. Laubscher, after being referred by a friend and told her I wasn’t feeling well, that I was putting on weight and I felt like I wasn’t being nourished even though I was eating quite well. I didn’t have the energy I used to. I wasn’t sleeping well. She said: acidic lifestyle. No sleep, constant travel, constant stress. Not enough food. Not enough water. She put me on super greens. It wasn’t an alkalising super greens but she told me how to follow a plant based alkaline lifestyle — which included more sleep, more rest, some meditation, more vegetables, more water and less red meat. I was taking the greens and I started to feel better as my body went from acidic to alkaline and my pH was balanced. Within a month I saw rapid changes. I said, “Listen, we’ve got to share this with other people”. How often do you exercise? I make it part of my life everyday. I prefer not to go to the gym, instead I make sure I find at least 45 minutes in my day – scheduled in so I don’t miss it – and just do something I love usually a sport outdoors.
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Vox Pop How would you suggest students spend their summer break? KNOX GRAMMAR SCHOOL Try to avoid scheduling every minute of your child’s holidays with activities. Make sure that there is a combination of planned days and free days where your child learns to occupy and entertain him or herself. Holidays are a great opportunity to get outside in the lovely weather and play. It is also a great chance to read a few books and catch up on all that lost sleep!
GLENAEON RUDOLF STEINER SCHOOL In a recent school newsletter we explored the benefits of Gratitude and current research on pathways to meaningful happiness - the importance of committing to something greater than ourselves. So we would encourage our students to consider giving a little of themselves over the holidays - donating Christmas presents to children in hospital or just taking three pieces of rubbish from the beach every time they visit. And while they do it, spending a moment marvelling at the vastness of the ocean, the magnificence of a clear sky, and how they can play a part in keeping it so beautiful!
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ROSEVILLE COLLEGE The important thing for parents (and extended family members) to remember is that a child’s learning does not stop just because school is out for the summer! Their minds and bodies still need active stimulation and intentional relaxation; but with no homework or deadlines (of course)! If possible, create opportunities for children to enjoy the sunshine and the fantastic holiday activities that are available – Look for things that stretch their minds and are FUN, that balance indoor and outdoor time (yes, even a computer game can be beneficial in moderation). Encourage reading for the enjoyment of it, both traditional books and ebooks. You might have them experiment in the kitchen – yes it can be messy, but it’s also fantastic fun. Maybe challenge your children’s friends to a ‘My Kitchen Rules’ competition, or not! Download some brain teasers, buy some puzzles, work with your children to explore something they have never explored before. The possibilities are endless. Summer really is a great time to help your children continue to develop their brains, without them even realising it’s happening! Mrs Megan Krimmer, Principal Roseville college
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AT ROSEVILLE COLLEGE, girls from Kindergarten to Year 12 engage in enriching learning experiences that challenge and empower them to pursue and attain their personal best in all areas of life.
Our graduates are typically vibrant, confident, articulate, independent young women who embrace life’s array of opportunities with energy and enthusiasm.
RECENT NEWS FROM ROSEVILLE COLLEGE BEST WISHES YEAR 12 The School Community continues to think of each student as she completes her HSC exams and we wish each our best for her future. ROSEVILLE WINS YOUNG ICT EXPLORERS TRIFECTA Three teams of Years 5–6 girls have created dynamic Information Communication Technology (ICT) projects, winning 1st (Sophie Allen and April Draney, left), 2nd (Bella Ryan, right) and 3rd place (Rachel Barrie, Stella Phipson and Isabella Savage) in the recent SAP NSW Young ICT Explorers Competition.
PERSONALISED TOURS Tours with our Registrar, tailored to your daughter’s specific needs and interests, are held weekdays during term time. For an appointment, call 9884 1109 or email registrar@roseville.nsw.edu.au. Ranked among NSW’s top schools, Roseville College has been transforming the lives of girls for more than 105 years.
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FRIENDLY COMPETITION TAKES FIRST PLACE AT THE
3rd annual King’s MTB Classic
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After a sleepless night for many on the back of the Rugby World Cup Final, 105 riders were out in force on the morning of Sunday, 1 November, 2015 for the 3rd annual King’s Mountain Bike Classic. Despite the early start all participants were present for the rider briefing at 9.15am, just before the Formula One style start at 9.30am. The 4.6km track, which was officially opened by Tour de France winner Cadell Evans in 2013, features a mixture of technical and more conservative elements to accommodate riders of all skill levels. Around 10 NSW and ACT schools were represented on the day with male and female riders across 11 categories. The King’s MTB Classic is open to all schools with mountain biking programs, experienced riders outside the school community, current and 34
former King’s students, their families and staff. Open Male Solo winner and 2015 King of the Trail Matthew Dinham from Knox Grammar described the track as, “a good course with lots of technical features that make it a lot of fun.” Scott Reynolds from Thomas Hassall Anglican College ran into mechanical issues but was able to bring home the first place trophy in the School Student U19 Male Category. Dinham and Reynolds were also tied for fastest male lap at 9 minutes, 52 seconds. The fastest female lap was achieved by Karen Garnett in the Open Female Solo category with 13 minutes, 49 seconds. Iona Reynolds from Thomas Hassall recorded the second fastest female lap with a time of 18 minutes. Glenwood High School also placed well, with two third place finishes
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(School Student U19 Male Solo - Matthew Hurley - 7 laps and School Student U15 Male Solo - Max Cyreszko - 8 laps). The School Student U13 Male category was a clean sweep for The King’s School, with Noah Bradford taking first place in 2 hours, 14 minutes and 6 laps. Team Mechanical Advantage from The King’s School (Hamish Campbell-Whittaker and Nicholas Walkden-Brown) won School’s Team Trophy, completing 9 laps in the two hours. Team Simpardo (Joseph Simpson and Hayden Ricardo) won the Open Teams event completing 11 laps. The King’s School took home the coveted School’s Trophy. Thomas Hassall Anglican College fought hard to keep the trophy for the second year in a row, but were unable to do so. Mercedes-Benz of Parramatta was the major sponsor of the community-based event for the second year in a row. Cycleworld from Concord West was also on site to help with any mechanical issues before and during the race and electronic timing and race management was provided by Rocky Trail Entertainment. For more information: David Osborne Community Relations Manager Email: dosborne@kings.edu.au Mobile: 0400 301 064 www.livinglocalguide.com.au
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Three Roseville College Years 5 and 6 teams have placed 1st, 2nd and 3rd at the recent SAP NSW Young ICT Explorers Competition. “The three prize winning projects show how real problems can be addressed using ICT with practical solutions thanks to the innovative girls aged between 10 - 12 years at Roseville College,” explains Teaching and Learning Executive, Mrs Woldhuis. The practical solutions included: a sensor timer to ascertain if sushi on a sushi train was past its safe consumption period; a solution to locate very expensive but lost cochlear implants, and using technology for remote monitoring of safety and well-being of a loved one who has limited competence with technological devices. www.livinglocalguide.com.au
Overall first place was won by Year 6 girls, Sophie Allen and April Draney who created a remote communication device (using a Raspberry Pi) to visually monitor a grandparent living on a remote farm each day. The solution enabled alerts and messages to be communicated to a screen, to prompt a reassuring response from the grandparent. Second place was awarded to Bella Ryan, of Year 6, who developed an impressive integrated solution using satellite technology and maps to track a lost or misplaced cochlear implant (applying an Adafruit GPS module and Arduino). Third place was won by a Year 5 team of Rachel Barrie, Stella Phipson and Isabella Savage, who created a smart solution to expiry of
plates at sushi train - an activated pressor sensor and timer which alerts a nominated mobile phone via SMS that particular items must be removed as well as populating a spreadsheet to manage the data and food turnover. Young ICT Explorers is a nonprofit competition, which has been created by SAP to encourage school students to create their best Information and Communication Technology (ICT) related projects. www.youngictexplorers.net.au
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Applications for Knox Grammar School 2017 Scholarships are now open and will close on 9 February 2016.
Three Roseville College Year 12 students are part of the National Youth Science Forum, which targets and prepares talented young Australians for future employment in science and engineering.
Knox Grammar School is an innovative, K-12 day and boarding school for boys located in Wahroonga. In 2017, Knox will offer an extensive range of scholarships covering tuition and boarding fees up to 100 percent. Scholarships are available for boys entering Year 5, Year 7 and Year 11. The Scholarships on offer at Knox for 2017 are: Academic, Music, All-Rounder, Sons of Old Boys and Boarders (from regional areas). Knox Grammar also offers scholarships to indigenous students through the Australian Indigenous Education Foundation (AIEF). Mark Hemphill, Head of Knox Prep To apply online and for more information, visit www.knox. nsw.edu.au/scholarships.
Year 12 students Tarryn Myburgh, Zoe King (School Captain) and Lauren Caush (Vice Captain) flourished under the pressure of a lengthy and strenuous application process. Acting Head of Science at Roseville College, Ms Adele Crane, says it is unusual for three successful candidates to come from the same school. “The joy and excitement of the girls at news of their acceptance was delightful,” Ms Crane says. “The Forum now gives them opportunities to explore science and engineering beyond the school curriculum” The National Youth Science Forum helps students moving into Year 12, who wish to follow careers in science, engineering and technology. The flagship event is the January Forum in Canberra at the Australian National University. Visit www.nysf.edu.au for more information.
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Sydney Grammar School St Ives Prep is a unique place which caters especially for lively boys who are intellectually curious, creative and display an enthusiasm for learning. Our aim is to provide a learning environment that is both rich and challenging and encourages independence and deep thinking. We seek to build a culture where learning is held in high regards and doing your best is rewarded. Even though the facilities at St Ives are outstanding with spacious grounds and large open classrooms, our focus is on building connections between people. Our teachers know their boys well and seek to give them the opportunity to blossom intellectually, socially and emotionally. We want our boys to grow up into creative, intuitive and sensitive young men. If you think your son could benefit from what we have to offer, please get in touch with us. Please contact Louisa Schwartz on 8302 5218.
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THE REVOLUTION HAS A NEW HOME INTRODUCING THE KNOX SENIOR SECONDARY ACADEMY
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The Gift of Listening BY TINA VARTIS How well do you listen? Have you been caught out pretending that you’re listening? Do you selectively listen to parts of the conversation and miss the point? I am going to go out on a limb here and guess that at some point or another we’re all guilty of not listening to others. I confess that I am guilty of what the late Stephen Covey once said, that “most people do not listen with the intent to understand; they listen with the intent to reply.” I have often filtered what is being said to me through my own life experiences, so instead of listening to another person what I am doing is shifting the focus from the other person onto myself. If we want to build stronger relationships we need to be better listeners. Dr Norm Wakefield in his book “Between the Words, The Art of Perceptive Listening” offers practical help to hone a skill that allows people to express unselfish love towards another. His focus is on something called ‘perceptive listening’. What is perceptive listening? It’s the ability to not only discover “the feelings behind the words” but to also help others draw out 40
and identify their feelings. It’s about interpreting what is being said as well as considering what the person isn’t saying. It is a powerful way in which we can demonstrate empathy towards another, that altruistic quality that has the capacity to not only understand or feel what someone else is experiencing but to do so from within the other person’s frame of reference. We listen so that we can connect with another, allowing them to feel heard and therefore valued. People feel not only vulnerable when sharing what troubles them but also fear being judged for what they share. As listeners we need to provide a safe environment where people can feel accepted. Acceptance is validation of feelings rather than condemnation for having them. Remember, acceptance is not the same as agreement. Accurately identifying how others really feel is difficult work. Many people can’t articulate their feelings because they have difficulty in recognising their emotions. Some people disguise or hide their emotions behind hints, demands or suggestions. So as a listener we need to give focused attention to the other person; listen to their whole story in order to know their need or problem; listen for their emotions and reflect their feelings back to them. Perceptive listening is a skill that can be learnt and in a world where our lives are so busy, where snap shots of connections are made through social media, the person who takes the time to really connect with us offers us unselfish love through the gift of listening.
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Healthy Mouths BY DR LAURENCE McCARTHY, BMED SCI, BDENT (HON) For this issue of Living Local, I thought it was appropriate to discuss some of the oral health practices that can help to keep both our mouths and bodies healthy.
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We all know that high sugar diets contribute to numerous other health conditions, like diabetes and obesity, so a good oral hygiene routine that includes an awareness about sugar consumption will not only benefit your teeth but your whole body as well. Countless studies have proven the link between sugar consumption and tooth decay. The reason is that sugar is used as food by bacteria in the mouth which produces acid. This acid then dissolves the enamel of the tooth, in other words, it decays the tooth. Good oral hygiene will ensure that the number of bacteria sitting on the tooth surface is minimised but there are a couple of other things to keep in mind with relation to sugar. Some sugars are worse for teeth than others. The fructose and sucrose that are found in a lot of soft drinks and juices are readily used by bacteria and therefore potentially harmful for teeth, whereas other sugars such as lactose, which is found in milk, have been found to be less harmful. As I have discussed in previous articles, periodontal disease has been linked with numerous systemic conditions such as heart disease, diabetes and can affect aspects of pregnancy. A good oral hygiene routine of brushing for two minutes twice a day, flossing daily and having regular check-ups will ensure that there is a reduced risk of dental complications. As our understanding of medicine advances, we are discovering that areas of the body rarely work
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Scents of Summer SUSAN POTTHURST, ELEGANT OUTDOORS GARDEN CENTRE, TURRAMURRA Mother Nature kindly provides us with so many plants bearing flowers and fruit in a kaleidoscope of colours, perfumes and flavours which stimulate all of our five senses. Fragrances remind us of the places we’ve been to and the people we love, so we’ve used our sixth sense and brought you brand new exciting ranges of scented diffusers, soaps and candles that we guarantee your nose will love. Buddha Bum® has created delicate little wood flowers that sit prettily in white ceramic bowls of fragrant oil which will fill your room with the scent of Fresh Linen, Tutti Fruity, Spring Bouquet or White Musk. Tilley® organic soaps are proudly made in Australia from the finest raw materials including sustainable palm oil, pure coconut oil, shea butter and vitamin E and each bar is triple milled to create an extra creamy texture. We have a fabulous range including Goats Milk & Manuka Honey – made with the finest skin loving ingredients of rich goat’s milk and nurturing Manuka honey, this is great for
The Mini range is perfect for bathrooms, coffee tables and guest rooms and the beautiful colours of these soy candles enhance their even more beautiful fragrances. Amongst our selection is Perfect Pear with the true-to-life scent anyone with sensitive skin. These soaps are only $2.99 each or buy 5 for just $12. For those balmy summer evenings after sunset, light a Woodwick® soy candle with a wooden wick that gently crackles as it burns. The Hearthwick® flame candles are in beautiful boat shaped glass containers and come in many “flavours” including Seaside Mimosa – a blend of tangy citrus and sparkling champagne grapes makes this scent as refreshing as a cool drink in summer.
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BY SUE HANDISIDES As a resident of St Ives, I often drive along the street that Norm lives on and for years have admired his garden. At all times of year it looks magnificent, not pretentious but rather elegant and beautiful. This year I asked him if he would mind if we photographed it throughout the year so the Living Local readers could also enjoy the beauty of it - I am happy to say that he agreed. Norm is not particularly young and he puts most of us to shame with his energy. Not only does he manage his own garden but also that of his (more) elderly neighbour. What an asset to this area – I hope you enjoy his beautiful garden as much as I do.
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Book Review BY SUE HANDISIDES THE GOOD FATHER - NOAH HAWLEY I’ve not long started reading this book after it was recommended to me by someone who said they couldn’t put it down – what better recommendation is there than that? I love a story that grips me from the first chapter and this book did just that within the first few pages. The scene is set – a father and mother at home eating dinner with their children when their lives are interrupted with a news broadcast of shots fired at a presidential candidate. Simultaneously there’s a knock at their door. Standing there is the Secret Service informing the husband, Dr Paul Allen, that the main suspect is his 22 year-old son from his failed first marriage. The story follows the journey of this man, a father, wanting to find that the police had made a terrible mistake. He retraces his son’s movements with medical precision to figure out where his son or where he himself might have gone wrong. It promises to keep you guessing until the end.
THE THIRD WIFE - LISA JEWELL As the cover says: One man. Three Marriages. A tangled web of lies. Early one morning, the beloved third wife of Adrian wandered into the path of an oncoming bus and ended up dead. Was it an accident? Or maybe even suicide? Grief stricken, the devastated Adrian is determined to put the pieces of the difficult puzzle together. He won’t accept Maya, who loved her job, had a great marriage (with him) and great friends, would turn around and harm herself. She was brilliant, even coping with his two ex-wives and their children, which is far more than he’d expected from anyone. Soon he discovers serious cracks in what he thought was a picture perfect family portrait. He discovers secrets everywhere he looks and the rippling effect of so many lives intertwined together is inescapable. This is an easy and interesting read, which proved far less predictable than I expected.
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A safe Christmas for our pets BY DR GARETH MOSS, GREENCROSS VETS KU-RING-GAI The sooner the chocolate is vomited, the less toxin is absorbed and the better the chances of survival. Everyone loves to receive flowers however be aware that certain types of flowers such as lilies are poisonous to cats. Results are disastrous, often causing kidney failure. Please seek veterinary treatment immediately should your cat ingest any or show signs of illness. Christmas is the time of year when parties are in full swing and it is important not to forget about our furry friends.
With the festivities that abound during the Christmas season, it is only right that our pets should be part of the celebrations. However, there can be many health risks associated with this time of year - some of the decorations, gifts and yummy treats we humans enjoy can be harmful, or even fatal, to our pets.
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year from all the team at Greencross Vets Ku-Ring-Gai
December and January are very busy times at the clinic for pet’s upset tummies. Rich food like ham offcuts, ham bones, trimmed steak and sausages left over from celebrations are usually the culprits. HGE, obstruction and pancreatitis can result, which are potentially fatal and require medical attention and hospital stays. It’s best to keep your pet’s diet consistent despite the temptation to share your human treats. Christmas trees, power leads and decorations are very tempting for some pets to chew, so please ensure these items are completely out of their reach. Chocolate seems to be in abundance during Christmas time, however it’s important to keep these out of reach of our pets. Theobromine in chocolate can cause seizures and heart failure. If any is eaten, get your pet to you regular vet (or emergency clinic) where vomiting can be induced. www.livinglocalguide.com.au
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Weekend escape to BY SUE HANDISIDES Recently an excited bunch of preschool mums including Ella and myself left our little cherubs behind with the well-equipped and resourced dads and headed for a deserved break to the Hunter Valley.
Halliday. We enjoyed the tasting and also the variety of produce available there. Needless to say the car had to squeeze in quite a bit more as we left with several purchases as well as membership for some.
After an easy 2.5 hour drive, our car load grabbed a bite to eat at Pokolbin Village before heading to one of our favourite wineries – Tamburlaine, which is Australia’s largest organic wine producer and is rated a 5-star by Australia’s leading wine authority James
A quick stop off at our accommodation to drop off our bags and recent purchases before we headed off to another favourite, Ivanhoe Wines, where we were treated to a members tasting. We were taken downstairs to the newly
appointed member’s area, which opens up to the beautiful lawn before the vineyards. We enjoyed the cheese and fruit platter, which accompanied the variety of wines. Each wine was delicious and thanks to the wine lesson we received from the fantastic cellar door Manager, Ken, we even tried wines we normally would skip and discovered that even these varieties of wine were delicious as well. Ivanhoe Wines has recently been ranked 1st by Trip Advisor out of 110 attractions
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the Hunter Valley in Pokolbin. Definitely a winery worth making time to visit! An afternoon thoroughly enjoyed and once again the car was decidedly heavier on our return to our accommodation with a few memberships being purchased. This seems to be the smart way to buy quality wine which you would otherwise not have access to. The weekend escape was enjoyed by all the girls with a wine tour and of course a visit to
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breakfast and snuck in a quick tasting while we were there as well. They have every type of sparkling you can imagine from N/V Sparkling Cuvèe to Sparkling Merlot Chambourcin. My personal favourite is the Sparkling Botrytis, it’s unusual and delicious! Of course it doesn’t hurt that right next door
is the chocolate shop which offers many delicious delights including fresh strawberries smothered in melted chocolate. Yum! The Hunter Valley is so accessible and has so much to offer. Why not plan a getaway yourself sometime soon.
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Nepal Schools BY RICHARD JACKSON
PHOTO: Hard work Nepali style. Note the hoe, basket and bare feet. The wicker basket is for carrying loads on their backs, the local people pass a strap under the basket then across their forehead. Not many Aussies this bloke’s age are capable of this kind of work.
As many regular readers will know, the massive earthquake on Anzac Day in Nepal devastated the community served by the Nepal Schools project. The project is located very close to the epicentre of the earthquake, in the remote hills about 120 kilometres northwest of Kathmandu. Sixty-four people were killed in the communities we serve with dozens more injured.
FOOD AND FUEL SHORTAGES
A difficult winter draws near for many earthquake victims. Many are still sleeping rough in improvised shelters six months after the quake, challenging enough in the cold Himalayan winter, but growing shortages of food and fuel are adding to the misery. 54
Rice is a key food crop in the Himalayan foothills. The geologically young soil is rich, the monsoon rains are heavy and in summer the sun is hot, as Nepal, while elevated, is close to the equator. But paddies must be flooded to grow rice and the earthquake has ruptured the waterproofing in many paddies which were barren this year. In many places mountain streams and springs have stopped or been diverted and the irrigation systems which they fed have run dry. Finally the Monsoon rains were limited this year and weren’t enough to water the rice seedlings by themselves. So across the area devastated by the earthquake, this year’s rice harvest was poor. Many farmers store a reserve of rice in their homes, both for seed and as emergency food. But this precious reserve is buried in the ruins of their homes, accessible only to vermin. Planting of the winter corn crop is underway across the hills. As corn will grow quite happily on the terraced fields damaged in the earthquake, the farmers are confident of a harvest which will in time resolve the food crisis. But harvest is months away and a cold and hungry winter of hard work awaits Nepal’s farmers, as they repair their paddies and irrigation systems before the next monsoon. A serious fuel shortage is hampering relief work. Unfortunately the often troubled political scene in Nepal has triggered a blockage at a key border crossing into India,
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restricting the flow of fuel into the country. Road transport is very limited and expensive, limiting the flow of building supplies and skilled labour and hampering the movement of what rice is available. As I write, Nepal is celebrating Diwali the celebratory Hindu Festival of Lights. Once celebrations are complete a team of two engineers will visit each of the schools selected for rebuilding for a final survey. The engineering team will then undertake the final planning including detailed drawings and budgeting. We will then submit the final plans for approval to the International NGO regulator and the National Education Department in Kathmandu. We hope to have government approval by mid January 2016 and start the work in the first week of February 2016.
PHOTO: Volunteer teams have been hard at work rebuilding houses and restoring the water supply. Volunteers have travelled to Nepal from around the world, including Australia.
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