PakMag Townsville - July 2013 by Grand Publishing

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ISSUE 32

magazine of choice for local families

Education

Series

Kids

MINI MAG Inside

• Is kindy right for your child? • Dyslexia – Signs to watch for • Helicopter parenting

Event

Guide

Complete guide of JULY EVENTS

Winter RAClN G FASHlO N

Tips on this season’s trends

NEW Home Cover photo courtesy of Chiara Oar

SEction

Childproofing gadgets for the home

win Movie Tickets to see Monsters University

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welcome

Contents

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Hi everyone and welcome to our July edition. A huge thank you to everyone who came along and supported the Teddy Bears Picnic. Despite all the hiccups you helped us raise well over $5000 for the local Children’s Ward. This month is Winter Racing Season, with Ladies Day on the 20 July, so for all you mums out there who are gearing up for a glamorous day out we’ve got a big feature on this season’s fashion trends. This month our FREE PakClub event will be at the brand new Sk8way premises. My children had a blast skating at the last one and we can’t wait to get our skates on again.

July

parents 02 What’s New 05 Show & Tell 07 Winter Racing Fashion 11

AFCM Classical Music

13 Women & Finance 15

PakHealth

16 Nutrition 19

PakFood

kids 23 Kid’s MiniMag

babies 32 Baby News: Baby Monitors

things to win

Until next time, remember to tell everyone you read it in PakMag!

21 What’s On

Nat x

23 Mini Mag

19 WIN a Good Guys mystery prize

31 Preparing for Prep

24 WIN tickets to Monsters University

32 PakBaby

25 4 mystery prizes to WIN

34 Stepping Back

pakmag

Catholic Education

39 Dyslexia Publisher: Bree James Editor: Elaine Seager Publication & Sales Manager: Natalie Griffiths NQ Sales & Biz Development: Angelina Mortley Design & Layout: Trina Jensen Articles: Elaine Seager, Jutta Dempsey, Amanda Cranston and submitted writers

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41 Gymnastics 42 HOME: Little Explorers 44 Biz Directory 46 Out & About

Models: Harrison Lammon and Pony named Possum Photography: Thanks to Chiara Oar

48 Mummy Laughs with HotFM

Phone: 4053 3331 Fax: 4053 3350 Sales Phone: 0408 831 962 Email: info@pakmag.com.au Postal: PO Box 761, Hyde Park QLD 4812

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inBRIEF Community Midwife

PAKClub 14 July (2pm-4pm)

July

what’s

New

WILLOWS Moving!

Sk8way townsville, 72 Hervey Range Rd

baby News

Our next PakClub will be a Supporters Party so come dressed in your favourite team or sports persons clothing whether it’s Ford, Holden, Cowboys, Maroons or the Socceroo’s. There will be FREE Skating as well as food available

SUPER Kids Bodies

for purchase, lucky door prizes, lots of fun skating activities and a non-skating area for littlies.

Sk8way, formerly known as Willows on Wheels, is opening the doors on its brand new premises at 72

Wellspring Chiropractic is launching their new

Hervey Range Road this month. They will have an

ART Box

kids program in July. Called “Super Bodies for Chiro

international size skating rink that caters to skaters of

Kids Program” it allows you to register your child’s

all levels and tastes including artistic skating, inline

super hero profile on their website and learn how to

hockey, general skating, speed skating, roller derby,

optimise your child’s health and development. For

roller hockey. They will also be doing birthday parties

more details visit wellspringchiropractic.com.au or

and there is a conference room available for hire for

call 4779 1604.

private parties and events. Learn to skate is open to all ages on Saturday mornings 9.30am-10am for $6. General skating is available Thursdays 4-6pm, Fridays 7-10pm, Saturdays 10am12pm & 2-4pm, Sundays 10-12pm. Cost: $12 for entry and $3 for skate hire. For more info call 4777 8888.

Did you feel like you wanted to take your midwife home with you after having a baby? Well thanks to local midwife Kathy Ward, now you can.

SMALL Print 12-13 August Sue Gray from Smallprint is making her annual trip to Townsville next month (12/13 August) to turn your child’s finger, hand or footprint into pure silver

2 July Pinnacles Gallery (Riverway)

Kathy has just set up a private business called

your home after you’ve been discharged from

keepsakes. You can use them as charms, pendants,

My Community Midwife to provide the whole

hospital to help with breastfeeding and/or

cufflinks, keyrings and lots more. You can even use your

range of pre and post- natal services. She is

bottle feeding support & settling techniques.

child’s first drawing or writing too. If you want to find

For more info call Kathy on 0432 266 732 or

out more browse the website at www.smallp.com.au

a well qualified and experienced Medicare The Pinnacles Art-Box Art Activities program

It is set in a playful and creative environment

Eligible Midwife who is available seven days

for kids under the age of five is designed

where children are introduced to a range of

a week and provides one-on-one support in

to allow kids to go along and explore the

art techniques. Cost: Gold coin donation.

gallery, learn about art and craft, meet new friends and have fun!

Dates: First Tuesdays of the month. Call 4773 8871 for more information.

Parenting Workshops

visit www.mycommunitymidwife.com.au

or email sue directly on sue@smallp.com.au. Call to register your appointment time.

MUMMY Funday Townsville’s Biggest Play Group In conjunction with Stockland Townsville, PakMag is

• ‘Tuning in to Kids’ – A group parenting program to help parents teach their kids about how to regulate their emotions. 6 x 2-hour sessions over a six-week period. Cost: Small charge to cover resources. Dates: 9 Aug – 13 Sep (Fridays 6-8pm), 9 Oct – 23 Nov (Sat 9.30-11.30am) • ‘Circle of Security’ – Designed to help parents connect with their 0-6 year olds to help break potentially destructive patterns of parenting. 6 x one-hour sessions. Cost: Small charge to cover resources. Dates: 18 Jul – 22 Aug (9.30-11.00am), 23 Oct – 28 Nov (5.30-7.00pm) Call 4775 9100 or email townsville_mtisa@uccommunity.org.au for more information.

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proud to support Townsville’s largest Play Group that will be starting in July. Held the second Monday of every month, Stockland Townsville will be the place to be if you have kids under 5. Coffee Shop deals, retailer specials of the day and fun for the kids will make this a regular must-do. Don’t miss this month’s Mummy Funday on Monday 8th July from 9am-12pm. www.pakmag.com.au

Show &Tell

New website

review Mealtime Fun

The latest news, products and tips in the world of families and kids My Business

Looking for ways to jazz up your kid’s lunchboxes and get them to eat healthy food? Check out local biz www.trendyliltreats.com.au for lots of awesome tools and gadgets to create fun food to entice children to eat more adventurously.

Book Review

Like many business mums Jenny Gordon was looking for a way to balance work and family life after having her daughter (Bailey, 4) and she launched the Hopscotch Children’s Boutique (www.hopscotchboutique.com.au)

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The Hopscotch seed sprouted from

I’m an old fashioned kind of gal that

being disappointed in the lack of variety

believes in growing a business based

and availability of quality and unique

on excellent customer service, quality

The Junior Gourmet, a children’s cookbook

children’s fashion in NQ. I wanted to

products and being attentive to my

written by Melbourne chef, Elizabeth Long, has

purchase clothing for the little people

customers needs. I believe that just

recently been awarded first prize for ‘World’s Best

in my life that was unique, funky and

because we’re an online-based business,

Children and Family Cookbook’ by the popular

something on-lookers would comment on

it doesn’t mean we should treat and see

Gourmand World Cookbook Awards in Paris.

and say ‘WOW! That’s so cool/gorgeous’.

people as just another ‘order number’,

This beautifully presented book teaches kids

We launched in early 2010 and got a

I also think planning and research is

how to cook authentic, simple and delicious

massive response on our Facebook

essential for building a strong business.

recipes spanning 15 countries from around the

page. This made us quickly realise that we

My background is in marketing so I

world. Long shares her favourite recipes and

needed an online store and we have now

invested in developing a strong brand and

makes them accessible to kids with easy to

just recently upgraded it into a bigger,

quality marketing materials right from the

follow instructions, handy tips, interesting facts

better and brighter online boutique.

outset - these are the face of your business

and stunning photography. It is available in all

and first impressions count.

good book stores for $19.95. www.pakmag.com.au

RAClNG FASHlON

Winter RAClNG

Michellina Davies in Vintage Rose: Black Dress $165, Red Felt Hat $165 Dominque’s: Diamante Earrings • Lourdes Achurra in Ispyit Boutique: Howard Showers Dress $229, Contony Cape $184.95, Katherine Leather Gloves $79.95 L’Shu On Queen: Headpiece $110

winter racing fashion The winter racing season is an opportunity for Townsville mums to wear something chic and elegant. This year the trend is for conservative, formal sophistication so we’ve teamed up with two local fashion stores to inspire your look.

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HATS • Headwear is essential • Avoid straw hats in winter – they’re strictly

RAClNG FASHlON

for spring/summer • Choose textured fabrics like felt, wool or leather in darker colours

ACCESSORlES • Choose accessories that match or compliment your outfit – create a complete look from head-to-toe • Wear stockings or tights if you’re wearing a dress or skirt • Heavier jewellery is right on trend this winter • Gloves complete your winter racing outfit but choose leather or blended wool rather than lighter delicate fabrics like lace that are more suited for spring

SHOES • Choose comfy shoes that you can wear all day • Ditch stilettos for thicker heels in winter

Lourdes Achurra in Ispyit Boutique: Black Howard Showers Top $159 & Skirt $149, Black Fur Bolero $179 L’Shu on Queen: Cupids Millinery Max Alexander $79

Winter

Thanks to DOMINIQUE’S, ISPYIT BOUTIQUE, VINTAGE ROSE, L’SHU ON QUEEN, BEAUTY BLESSINGS BY NICX Photography: by CHIARA OAR Models: Michellina Davies (mother of two) and Lourdes Achurra (mother of two)

RAClNG

Clothing: thanks to Dominque’s, Vintage Rose, L’Shu On Queen & Ispyit Boutique Make-up: by Beauty Blessings By Nicx Props and Fashion Accessories: courtesy of Dominique’s

Photography by Chiara Oar

winter racing fashion

Headpieces: L’Shu On Queen & Vintage Rose

COMPETlTlON

FASHlON • Fabrics: Leather and lace are big this winter but keep the look sophisticated – lady-like dressing up is right on trend • Keep it hidden: Shoulders should be covered and only one

Michellina in Vintage Rose: Lace Dress $135, Faux Fur Wrap $65, Felt Grey Headpiece $185, Leather Gloves $55 Dominque’s: Grey Clutch L’Shu On Queen: Zola Kadel Shoe $129

BEAUTY

body part on show (eg. legs or décolletage, not both) • Colours: Opt for monochrome, deep jewel colours or bright bold prints

• Stick to the “less is more” mantra and don’t overdo it with the make up

• Styles: Cinched waists, mid-calf pencil skirts, print shift dresses

(lighter make up will last longer for the whole day) • Plum lips are a key look for this winter

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• Tie long hair up in a neat chignon, bun or pony

WIN a FREE set of eyelash extensions To get you in the mood Lashes by Dee is offering a FREE set of eyelash extensions (valued at $60) to one lucky reader. To enter the competition simply go to our website. Lashes By Dee is a studio based in Kirwan. Bookings can be made on 0408 125 502 or check out their Facebook page. www.pakmag.com.au

Music

News escape the day and revive your senses

Story thanks to Elaine Seager

SPECIAL OFFER

30% OFF

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At tropical north day spa we offer more than service we offer an experience. Our professional, friendly and fully qualified spa therapists will take you on a journey that will relax the mind, relieve muscle tension, rehydrate the skin and replenish the soul.

Classical Music AFCM

Choose from our extensive list of spa treatments and treatment packages that are suitable for both men and women. spa menu, price list & gift vouchers available at tnds.com.au *30% off treatments only. Promotion will run Mon-Fri, July 2013. Not to be used with any other gift voucher or promotion. Please mention discount upon booking, as we have limited promotional appointments available. Full payment of treatment due upon booking to secure discount.

For more info call 4779 7648 or visit www.tnds.com.au

The Australian Festival of Chamber Music’s Families Concert on 3 August is a wonderful opportunity to introduce children to the world of classical music.

he benefits to children of listening

be missed event in this year’s diverse Festival

to music are well documented but

programme, which sees some of the world’s most

classical music, in particular, has been

distinguished classical musicians performing in

found to promote various aspects of brain development as well as being very relaxing. The structure of classical music is different from and more complex than other types of music and its structure appears to stimulate the same pathways in the brain that are used for solving puzzles.

Noye’s Fludde Op.59 will see renowned soloist Nicholas Daniel (UK) conducting bass baritone David Hibbard (Australia), soprano Adele Johnson (Australia) the Goldner String Quartet, pianists David Selig (France) and Andrew West (UK),

perspective on classical music, it actually

Timothy Constable (Australia) on percussion as

encompasses many different styles of music

well as the NQ Recorder Society, local singers,

spanning over 700 years of work from a range of

children’s choirs, buglers and many more.

for quiet listening might not be the ideal way to introduce wiggling young children to the world of classical music but luckily, next month, we have a rare opportunity to attend a concert especially designed for children and families.

‘Noah’s Flood’. The whole community is getting involved, from helping with costumes to rehearsing the children and finding bugles. It’s

and singers to perform alongside AFCM guest

music at this year’s Australian Festival of Chamber

artists.

Under the artistic direction of renowned pianist, Piers Lane, the Families’ Concert is a not-to-

Australian Festival Chamber of Music

exactly what Britten intended and it’s wonderful to provide the chance for so many local musicians

August at the Townsville Civic Theatre.

For your chance to WIN one of 10 family passes to the AFCM Families’ Concert, go to our website and tell us the nationality of Benjamin Britten?

AFCM and Townsville is the perfect setting for

able to escape to a magical world of classical

Benjamin Britten’s Noah’s Flood on Saturday 3

WIN

Sue Hackett, AFCM General Manager says, “The

Children and adults of all ages and sizes will be

Music (AFCM) when the Families’ Concert presents

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Written for community performance, Britten’s

While many of us tend to have a limited

composers. A two-hour “adult” concert designed

Townsville from 26 July – 3 August.

Celebrating 23 years in 2013, the Australian

26 July – 3 August For more info go to www.afcm.com.au Families’ Concert – Noah’s Flood

Festival of Chamber Music has an outstanding

Townsville Civic Theatre

programme featuring local and international

Saturday 3 August 2013 (3pm)

artists.

Tickets: Adult $15, Member $12, Concession $10 www.pakmag.com.au

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Women Finance

News QCCU

Ho Ho Ho

The latest tips in the world of finance

KIDS & Money

by Fiona Thorogood

Teaching your kids financial values Having children comes with all sorts of responsibilities including the important task of shaping their financial attitudes. Money management is a valuable life skill to teach your children so if they don’t learn positive attitudes to money from an early age it could cause them a lot of difficulties in adulthood. So here are a few ideas for instilling good money habits from the outset: [1] Set a good example Most of us learn our attitudes towards money from our parents so it’s important to be a good role model. If you showcase positive financial habits then the chances are your offspring will do the same. If you have a financial plan in place and make everyday decisions to ensure you stick to it, then this is a way of setting the right example for your kids. [2] Involve them in decision-making Good financial management is about making the right decisions when it comes to money. Allowing your kids to be involved in the decision making process is a positive way of encouraging them to think about money and the impact their choices have.

[3] Encourage saving Giving children a sensible allowance will help them understand the value of money and the benefits of saving. As they get older you might want to consider setting clear boundaries about what their money should be spent on. For instance, will you continue to buy their clothes? Should they contribute towards the weekly shop? These are decisions you need to make to help children understand the value of money. [4] Avoid hand-outs If your children are given an allowance, it is really important to avoid the temptation to top-up their savings whenever they are short of cash, otherwise you will undermine the lesson you’re trying to teach. Should they ask you for a spare few dollars for something, help them understand that is what their allowance is for. ‘You teach people how to treat you’ so if you always bail them out they will begin to expect it. You might not think this is a problem now but you may end up with an adult child taking you for granted in the future.

Start preparing for Christmas now With the festive season less than six months away, now is the perfect time to start preparing for Christmas. Setting up a savings plan now and putting aside a few dollars each week can help reduce any financial stress felt in the New Year because of overspending. Christmas Club savings accounts are designed to help you save for the Christmas period and more importantly, resist the temptation to make early withdrawals. Regular deposits into Christmas Club accounts are a great way to build a Christmas nest egg and with a competitive interest rate, you’ll see your savings grow in no time. Accumulated funds in a Christmas Club savings account are typically available to draw on in December. Why not consider opening a Christmas Club account at your local Queensland Country Credit Union branch and start saving for a merrier Christmas today.

Fiona Thorogood is a Financial Planner from ipac north queensland. Queensland Country Credit Union Limited ABN 77 087 651 027 AFSL 244533

These articles contain general financial advice only and do not take into consideration your personal circumstances.

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Health pak

news

Coughs & Colds

WHY CHOOSE UROGYNAECOLOGY & WOMEN’S HEALTH CLINIC?

By Dr Joseph Rillera

We provide specialised services in Urogynaecology. Dr Kannan is a qualified sub-specialist in Urogynaecology and specialises in the treatment of incontinence, prolapse surgery and pelvic pain.

HEALTHY Eyes

Join our Super Team!

Outside play is good

outdoors in the sunshine. Professor Kathryn

Exposure to sunshine as a small child is

age assists in the growth of a normal

crucial to the development of a healthy

healthy eyeball preventing it from growing

eye according to the results of long-term

too fast or over-expanding and becoming

myopia study conducted by University of

oval or egg-shaped instead of round.

Sydney researchers. Their findings show children who spend more time outdoors were less likely to become short-sighted or myopic.

Specialised care for your little Super Hero Your child’s health is their greatest asset. Childhood is such an important time for growth and development of the spine and nervous system. By the age of seven, a child is likely to have had hundreds of falls some more serious than others. Regular chiropractic check-ups may help uncover any underlying problems and can assist your child to be their healthiest and happiest. Our chiropractors are trained in paediatric care and use gentle and safe techniques that are modified for your child’s body.

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wellspringchiropractic.com.au Preferred Defence Provider

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Garrison Health Services

Dr Suzanne Jarschke DC (USA), NBCE

Rose says exposure to sunlight at a young

This protective effect was evident even if children are doing near work such as reading and studying whilst outside. Children with myopic parents have a

The researchers say that evidence suggests

greater likelihood of developing the

that small children under 6 years of age

condition but even they can benefit from

should spend at least 10 hours a week

time spent outdoors.

ver LBL - More common than hayfe ost 60% of According to a recent survey alm normal to leak a Australian females think it’s st believe that it’s little urine occasionally and mo n over the age of 40. an issue that only affects wome r However, whilst its viewed as an ‘olde female problem’, bladder weakness of affects millions of Australian women mon com more is and all ages each year Le than hay fever. Physiotherapist Jane ngst Fevre says, “It is more common amo younger women than most people

led think. If you experience an uncontrol light have you , leak from time to time it bladder leakage.” The good news is, can be cured by getting in touch with t your pelvic floor and making the effor to exercise it daily.

Asthma is a chronic reversible airway disease. During an asthma attack, the muscles of the airways tighten, and there is a swelling in the airways lining due to inflammation and an increase of mucus secretion. When these symptoms occur, it causes coughing, wheezing and difficulty of breathing. There are many triggers that cause asthma including house mites, pollen, cold temperatures, chemicals, fumes, infections, some medicines, exercise and cigarette smoke. Unfortunately asthma is not curable but these days it can easily controlled with medication. There are a range of medications available that basically fall into two groups: 1) “relievers” which are made up of inhaled short acting bronchodilators, and 2) “preventers” which are usually a combination of inhalers (e.g. inhaled steroids plus long acting bronchodilators). Patients with asthma should see their GP whenever they are having acute attacks so that they can make sure they are getting the correct treatment. If a patient is having more than three episodes of asthma attacks per week or using their short acting inhalers more than three times a week, they should visit their GP and get controller medications. When they see their GP they can also be placed on an asthma action plan to help them manage their condition better. Remember: If after every four minutes and a total of four tries of inhaler use their difficulty of breathing is not relieved, call triple zero (000). www.pakmag.com.au

Nutrition pak

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you fed it and there was no such thing as

may not be satisfied with just breast milk or

allergies!

formula and will be looking for other foods

It is still up in the air as to whether four months or six months is a better time to introduce solids. But the good news is that you can relax and de-stress because introducing solids should be individual to your bubs needs and who knows more about what your baby’s needs than you? Basically, if you introduce solids somewhere between four and six months you are on the right track. When you introduce solids to your bub will depend on a few things; general nutrition, whether bub is getting enough from breast milk or formula, and the biggest one…is your baby ready? If between four and six months bub is starting

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link between early introduction of allergen foods such as cows milk, eggs and nuts and the risk of developing allergies. If your baby has shown previous signs of allergies you should seek professional help before introducing allergen foods.

If you’re concerned about your family’s diet, you can post nutrition related questions on their Nutrition Gurus facebook page.

drink option for children. Water is always going to be the best ain all the sugar that can lead Although diet soft drinks do not cont do contain acid which can do to tooth decay and weight gain, they diet ones) should be viewed damage to little teeth. Soft drinks (even a good old glass of water. as occasional treats. You can’t beat

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When to introduce solids is a never-ending debate between mums and ‘experts’. How many times have you heard that six months is best and then you hear from someone else that four months is best?

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pakfood

with TROY WILLIAMS

THE GOOD GUYS

pakmag TEAM Recipes SLOW-COOKER HERBED BALSAMIC PORK ROAST By Anthea Stephens (PakMag Event Coordinator) • One pork roast, 3-5 lbs • 1⁄2 cup balsamic vinegar • 1/4 cup honey • 2 tsp dried rosemary • A few sprigs fresh thyme

pakmag

TEAM recipe

• 2 bay leaves • 2 tsp salt • 1/4 tsp black pepper

Anthea's Fav

Place pork roast in the slow cooker and top with the

need to impress and don’t have a

the cooked roast from the slow-cooker. Cover and

lot of time to spend preparing, it’s

keep warm. Pour the accumulated juices into a

always a winner and it’s delicious!”

saucepan and bring to a boil. Let it reduce by about

“This is my easy go to dish when I

other ingredients. Cook on low for 6-8 hours, or high for 4-6, depending on the size of the roast. Remove

half. Slice the roast and pour the sauce over the top.

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green = kids

July

blue = adults

Check out the latest family entertainment & events guide

guide

pink = family

yourGUIDE

July 2013 entertainment & events DATE

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VENUE 52 Palm Drive Deeragun

ENTERTAINMENT/EVENT NAME

TIME

FOR MORE INFO

North Townsville Community Hub Playgroup

9.30am

4751 6511

2.30pm

4776 4614

1/07/13

Halifax Library

Craft Activities

1/07/13

Ayr Township

Burdekin Water Festival

COST $3 Free Free

1/07/13

Target Forecourt, Willows Shopping Centre

Dr Seuss Cat in the Hat Eco Library Bag Decorating

11.00am

www.townsville.qld.gov.au

Free

1/07/13

i4fun

Mums with toddlers: Free icy pole with every coffee and cake

9.30am

fun@i4fun.com.au

Cost

9.00am

4776 4639

Free

4725 7887

cost

9.30am

4751 6511

1/07/13

Museum Tropical Queensland

CAMO Kids School holiday program

2/07/13

Ingham Golf Club

Get going … Get Golfing

2/07/13

CSIRO Education

Fabulous Flying Machines

2/07/13

Saunders Beach Community Hall

North Townsville Community Hub Playgroup

Cost

2/07/13

Willows on Wheels

Tots on Skates for Kids Under 5

9.00am

4777 8888

Free

2/07/13

Wulguru Park

Get Active in Parks

3.15pm

4775 9100

Free

2/07/13

Strand Park

Boomerang Throwing

10.30am

4772 7679

$14

2/07/13

Townsville PCYC, Aitkenvale

PCYC Townsville Games Day

2.00pm

4781 9100

Free

2/07/13

Target Forecourt, Willows Shopping Centre

Dr Seuss Cat in the Hat Eco Library Bag Decorating

11.00am

www.townsville.qld.gov.au

Free

2/07/13

Pinnacles Gallery

School holiday art workshop

11.00am

4773 8871

$15

4773 8871

Gold coin

2/07/13

Pinnacles Gallery

Art Box Activities for under 5's

2/07/13

Stockland Townsville (Food Court)

Toy Story Activity Zone

11.00am

Free

2/07/13

Stockland Townsville Kmart Centre

Kids Craft & Cooking Activities - Finger Puppet Making

10.00am

Free

2/07/13

Museum Tropical Queensland

CAMO Kids School holiday program

3/07/13

Hinchingbrook Shire Library

Craft Activities

Cost 2.30pm

4776 4614

free

3/07/13

52 Palm Drive Deeragun

North Townsville Community Hub Playgroup

9.30am

4751 6511

3/07/13

City Libraries Flinders Street

Legorama

10.00am

www.townsville.qld.gov.au

Free

3/07/13

The Cultural Centre, 2-68 Flinders St East

Palm Frond Weaving

10.30am

3/07/13

Target Forecourt, Willows Shopping Centre

Dr Seuss Cat in the Hat Eco Library Bag Decorating

11.00am

www.townsville.qld.gov.au

Free

4773 8871

3/07/13

Pinnacles Gallery

School holiday art workshop

11.00am

3/07/13

Stockland Townsville (Food Court)

Toy Story Activity Zone

11.00am

3/07/13

Stockland Townsville Kmart Centre

Kids Craft & Cooking Activities - Cupcake Decorating

10.00am

3/07/13

Museum Tropical Queensland

CAMO Kids School holiday program

$14 $15 Free Free Cost

Willows on Wheels has rebranded and relocated

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Want Fun For $1? Heaps of arcade Games priced at $1 per Game • FREE Jumping Castles • Laser Tag (from $8) • Kids Parties available • BYO healthy food • Café with coffee, cake & hot snack foods • Fun for all ages For more inFo call 4728 3913 or visit www.i4Fun.com.au

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DATE 4/07/13

green = kids

VENUE La Luna @ Riverway Arts Centre

blue = adults

ENTERTAINMENT/EVENT NAME

TIME

FOR MORE INFO

COST

Anthrozoology

10.00am

4773 6377

9.00am

4776 4639 4725 7887

Cost

9.30am

47 516511

4/07/13

Beach Parking Forest Beach

Come and try Kayaking

4/07/13

CSIRO Education

Kaleidoscopes

4/07/13

Rollingstone Community Hall

North Townsville Community Hub Playgroup

Cost

4/07/13

Willows on Wheels

Tots on Skates for Kids Under 5

9.00am

4777 8888

Free

4/07/13

Strand Park

Townsville 400 Super Welcome

5.00pm

www.townsville.qld.gov.au

Free

4/07/13

The Cultural Centre, 2-68 Flinders St. East

Storytelling

10.30am

4772 7679

$10

10.00am

4/07/13

NQ CSIRO Education, Building 054, JCU

Kaleidoscopes

4/07/13

Ingham Showgrounds

Herbert River Show 2013

4725 7887

$12/$15

4776 5162

Cost

4/07/13

Target Forecourt, Willows Shopping Centre Dr Seuss Cat in the Hat Eco Library Bag Decorating

11.00am

www.townsville.qld.gov.au

Free

4/07/13

Pinnacles Gallery

11.00am

4773 8871

$15

School holiday art workshop

4/07/13

Stockland Townsville (Food Court)

Toy Story Activity Zone

11.00am

4/07/13

Stockland Townsville Kmart Centre

Kids Craft & Cooking Activities - Let's make musical instruments

10.00am

4/07/13

Museum Tropical Queensland

CAMO Kids School holiday program

5/07/13

Ingham Showgrounds

Herbert River Show 2013

5/07/13

Reid Park

Sucrogen Townsville 400

8.00am

La Luna @ Riverway Arts Centre

Anthrozoology

10.00am

5/07/13

CSIRO Education

DIY Chemistry Kit

NQ CSIRO Education, Building 054, JCU

DIY Chemistry Kit

5/07/13 5/07/13

Free 4776 5162

cost

4773 6377

Cost

Free 4725 7887

Cost

10.00am

4725 7887

$12/$15

Target Forecourt, Willows Shopping Centre Dr Seuss Cat in the Hat Eco Library Bag Decorating

11.00am

www.townsville.qld.gov.au

Free

i4fun

5.00pm

4728 3913

$30

Laser Tag - Come Play

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Free Cost

5/07/13 5/07/13

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5/07/13

Stockland Townsville (Food Court)

Toy Story Activity Zone

11.00am

5/07/13

Stockland Townsville Kmart Centre

Kids Craft & Cooking Activities - Bookworm bookmarks

10.00am

5/07/13

Museum Tropical Queensland

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8.00am

6/07/13

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Anthrozoology

10.00am

6/07/13

Town Square, Main St, North Shore.

NQ Farmers Market

6/07/13

Capoeira Hall - Fleming Street

Kids Come and Try for Free (6 to 14yrs)

Free 4773 6377

Cost

6.00am

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Free

9.30am

www.capoeiraschool.com.au Free 1300 878 001

6/07/13

Riverway Skate Park, Riverway

Skateboarding Australia Professional Coaching

9.00am

6/07/13

Willows on Wheels

Learn to Skate

9.30am

6/07/13

Stockland Townsville (Food Court)

Toy Story Activity Zone

11.00am

Free

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green = kids

July

blue = adults

guide

Mini Mag Fun

pink = family

yourGUIDE DATE 6/07/13

Make a monster and name him or her!

VENUE Stockland Townsville Kmart Centre

ENTERTAINMENT/EVENT NAME Kids Craft & Cooking Activities - Cupcake Decorating

TIME

6/07/13

Museum Tropical Queensland

CAMO Kids School holiday program

7/07/13

Reid Park

Sucrogen Townsville 400

8.00am

7/07/13

Yoga Health - Currajong

Family Yoga

3.00pm

7/07/13

Townsville Races

7/07/13

Museum Tropical Queensland

FOR MORE INFO

10.00am

COST Free Cost Free

www.sundalah.com.au

$5/ $10 cost

CAMO Kids School holiday program

Cost

8/07/13

52 Palm Drive Deeragun

North Townsville Community Hub Playgroup

9.30am

4751 6511

8/07/13

Capoeira Hall - Fleming Street

Adults Come and Try for Free (15yrs+)

6.30pm

4773 6877

Free

8/07/13

Hinchinbrook Shire Hall

Naidoc Week

10.00am

4776 4613

8/07/13

i4fun

Mums with toddlers: Free icy pole with every coffee and cake

9.30am

fun@i4fun.com.au

Cost

8/07/13

Stockland Townsville

Mummy Funday Playgroup

9.00am

9/07/13

Saunders Beach Community Hall

North Townsville Community Hub Playgroup

9.30am

4751 6511

Free

10/07/13 Mercure Inn

Naidoc breakfast - We value the vision

7.00am

4727 9797

$33

10/07/13 52 Palm Drive Deeragun

North Townsville Community Hub Playgroup

9.30am

4751 6511

10/07/13 Riverway Arts Centre

360 Allstars

7.30pm

4727 9797

$15

11/07/13 Rollingstone Community Hall

North Townsville Community Hub Playgroup

9.30am

4751 6511

12/07/13 Townsville Civic Theatre

Ballet Revolucion

8.00pm

4727 9797

$80

12/07/13 i4fun

Laser Tag - Come Play

5.00pm

4728 3913

$30

13/07/13 Townsville Civic Theatre

Celtic Fyre by NQ Scots

7.30pm

4727 9797

Cost

13/07/13 Town Square, Main St, North Shore

NQ Farmers Market

6.00am

www.facebook.com/northshorenq

Free

13/07/13 Willows on Wheels

Learn to Skate

6.00pm

14/07/13 Willows on Wheels

PakClub

2.00pm

Free

15/07/13 52 Palm Drive Deeragun

North Townsville Community Hub Playgroup

9.30am

4751 6511

15/07/13 Riverways Arts Centre

1 RAR Band Tunes

11.00am

4727 9797

Donation

15/07/13 i4fun

Mums with toddlers: Free icy pole with every coffee and cake

9.30am

fun@i4fun.com.au

Cost

16/07/13 Saunders Beach Community Hall

North Townsville Community Hub Playgroup

9.30am

4751 6511

16/07/13 Capoeira Hall - Fleming Street

6wk Toddler Capoeira Term Class (Tues/Sat)

16/07/13 Capoeira Hall - Fleming Street

6wk Caporira Adults Boot camp

6.00am

4773 6877

Cost

17/07/13 52 Palm Drive Deeragun

North Townsville Community Hub Playgroup

9.30am

4751 6511

www.capoeiraschool.com.au Cost

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July

blue = adults

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pink = family

yourGUIDE DATE

VENUE

18/07/13 Rollingstone Community Hall

ENTERTAINMENT/EVENT NAME North Townsville Community Hub Playgroup

TIME 9.30am

FOR MORE INFO 4751 6511

COST $3

18/07/13 Uniting Care

Start of Circle of Security Parenting Course (6 weeks)

9.30am

4775 9100

Cost

19/07/13 Townsville Civic Theatre

Mozart's Don Giovanni

7.30pm

4727 9797

$47

19/07/13 Brothers Leagues Club

Naidoc Dinner

6.30pm

4727 9797

$40

19/07/13 Convention Centre

Mulkadee - Youth arts festival

7.30pm

4771 4000

$15

19/07/13 Mercure Inn

Toastmasters 50th Birthday

6.00pm

4778 4179

Cost

19/07/13 i4fun

Laser Tag - Come Play

5.00pm

4728 3913

$30 Free

20/07/13 Ayr Township

Taste of the Burdekin

TBA

0414 987 838

20/07/13 Town Square, Main St, North Shore.

North Shore Festival of Fun

6.00am

www.facebook.com/northshorenq

Free

20/07/13 Winter Racing Carnival

Ladies Race Day

4778 2400

Cost

20/07/13 Town Square, Main St, North Shore

NQ Farmers Market

6.00am

www.facebook.com/northshorenq

Free

20/07/13 Willows on Wheels

Learn to Skate

9.30am

22/07/13 52 Palm Drive Deeragun

North Townsville Community Hub Playgroup

9.30am

4751 6511

22/07/13 i4fun

Mums with toddlers: Free icy pole with every coffee and cake

9.30am

fun@i4fun.com.au

Cost

23/07/13 Saunders Beach Community Hall

North Townsville Community Hub Playgroup

9.30am

4751 6511

24/07/13 52 Palm Drive Deeragun

North Townsville Community Hub Playgroup

9.30am

25/07/13 Ayr Showgrounds

Queensland Heritage Rally

4751 6511

4782 1453

$10

25/07/13 Rollingstone Community Hall

North Townsville Community Hub Playgroup

9.30am

4751 6511

26/07/13 i4fun

Laser Tag - Come Play

5.00pm

4728 3913

$30

27/07/13 Tyto Wetlands Ingham

Open weekend

9.00am

www.tyto.com.au

Cost

27/07/13 Town Square, Main St, North Shore

NQ Farmers Market

6.00am

www.facebook.com/northshorenq

Free

27/07/13 Willows on Wheels

Learn to Skate

9.30am

28/07/13 Tyto Wetlands Ingham

Open weekend

9.00am

www.tyto.com.au

Cost

29/07/13 52 Palm Drive Deeragun

North Townsville Community Hub Playgroup

9.30am

4751 6511

29/07/13 i4fun

Mums with toddlers: Free icy pole with every coffee and cake

9.30am

fun@i4fun.com.au

Cost

30/07/13 Saunders Beach Community Hall

North Townsville Community Hub Playgroup

9.30am

4751 6511

31/07/13 52 Palm Drive Deeragun

North Townsville Community Hub Playgroup

9.30am

4751 6511

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Regular Markets COTTERS MARKETS 8.30am-1pm every Sun at Flinders Mall STRAND NIGHT MARKETS 5-9pm 1st Fri of the month (May-Dec) at Strand Park WILLOWS MARKETS 7.30-11.30am every Sun at Willows Shopping Centre BALGAL BEACH MARKET 3.30pm-7pm 1st Sat of the month Fisherman’s Landing Café MOUNT VIEW PLAZA MARKETS 8am-2pm every Saturday

SUNDAY MARKETS – CASTLE HILL PCYC THURINGOWA COMMUNITY MARKETS 8am-1pm 1st Sunday of each month HORSESHOE BAY MARKETS (MAGGIE ISLAND) 9.30am-1.30pm last Sun of every month at Horseshoe Bay Foreshore CHARTERS TOWERS SHOWGROUND MARKETS 7.30am-11.30am 2nd Sun every month CHARTERS TOWERS STOCK EXCHANGE MARKETS 8am-12.00 noon 1st & 3rd Sun every month on Mosman Street

INGHAM MARKETS 3rd Sun every month at Rotary Park AYR MARKETS 8.30am-12.00 noon 1st & 3rd Sun every month at Plantation Park FARMERS MARKET 6am-12.00 noon 2nd & 4th Sat of the month at North Shore Town Centre SATURDAY NIGHT MARKETS Every Saturday from 2-9pm at 87 Ingham Road, West End (opposite Showgrounds) 1st market kicks off on the 10th November

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Main Office at 10 Langton Street, Garbutt. Open 8.30am-4pm weekdays. Closed weekends and Public Holidays. Crematorium at Bluewater is Strictly No Access. Cemetery open for visitors 9am-5pm daily.

4778 8388

• Your choice of cremation or burial services • Collection from your home or Vet • Range of ashes boxes and memorial items • Professional and personalised service For more info call 4751 3220 or email info@petheaven.com.au www.petheaven.com.au

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Preparing for Prep

Attending

Kindy? by Kate van Eck

With greater expectations now placed on our children through the new national curriculum, how important is it for your child to attend kindergarten?

ince the introduction of prep in 2007, and the recent transition to a national curriculum, many Queensland kids have been playing catch-up with their southern counterparts. So how do you prepare your child for the academic, social and emotional challenges of school life? Well, according to many (including our politicians) one of the best ways to introduce kids to the educational system, is through a government approved kindergarten program. In order to appreciate the advantages of kindergarten, parents first need to understand the requirements of prep. Now entering its fifth year in Queensland schools, the noncompulsory preparatory year is a full-time, early education program, offered to children who turn five by the 30th of June each year. Initially based on the “Early Years Curriculum Guidelines” (an approach based on learning through real-life situations, investigation and play), the recent changes to the curriculum mean prep students are now also taught English, mathematics and science – with history to follow in 2013. According to Deb McGuinness, a prep teacher, the expectations have certainly increased with the Australian curriculum and children who have attended some formal settings before coming to school, usually have an easier transition. “They are familiar with the structure of a learning environment and used to listening to instructions,” she says. “Most are also more emotionally ready as they are used to parents leaving and coming back at the end of the day.” So, just how important is kindy? As part of their commitment to ensure all four-year-

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olds across Queensland have greater access to a government-approved kindy program, the state and federal government's have committed over $900m into making it accessible. Kindergarten is now being marketed to parent’s as an essential part of childhood education yet despite this push, both prep and kindy remain non-compulsory with parents given the responsibility of deciding which pathway best suits their child. As a kindergarten teacher, Robyn Alexander says their program is now delivered both under a national framework 'The Early Years Framework' and through the C&K Curriculum 'Building Waterfalls Teaching & Learning Guidelines'. “We are passionate about providing an age appropriate educational program to Kindergarten aged children that is delivered through play,” she says. And while as teachers they need an in-depth knowledge of both documents to plan, document and assess children, Robyn says it’s important not lose sight of what’s important. “We also want to share children's learning with their parents in meaningful ways and ensure we are still interacting, guiding and teaching the children we have the privilege of sharing the year with.” Both Robyn and Deb emphasise that every child is different, and encourage parents to explore as many ways as possible to assist their child in the transition to school. “Families and children are all unique with different needs and circumstances, so while Kindergarten can be a valuable experience, I don't believe it should be compulsory,” Robyn says. For more information on how to “Get set for Prep” visit: www.education.qld.gov.au www.pakmag.com.au

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The Federal Government recently advised parents to move baby monitors away from cots to reduce babies’ exposure to unnecessary electromagnetic emissions.

What better way to bring storytime alive than with finger puppets? After 14 years working in Child Care, NQ mum Lucy Blackmore recently had a baby of her own and was

Tropical Nursing Garments by Rachel Jayne NQ mother of two Rachel Smith is

super-hot summers and our very mild

determined to make a difference by helping

winters."

Cordless phones, wi-fi networks and

could be placed one metre from cots,

inspired to start a new small business making finger

nursing mums feel more comfortable about

baby monitors are common household

as a compromise between minimising

puppets for young children. As she says, “I’ve experienced

breastfeeding in public. "With my first child

items but because they are relatively

exposure but still being able to hear the

firsthand how much more engaged children can be in

I had so many problems breastfeeding

baby clearly.

books when you add voice changes, suspense and props.

that I gave up way too early but when I

Finger puppets are especially useful for children that prefer

had my second child, I was determined to

hands-on learning and would otherwise not sit still long

breastfeed for as long as possible.”

new it is impossible to be completely sure about whether they’re safe.

"Given the priority we give to children's

"If you use them with their antennas

and babies' health, and the small

very close, you can be exposed to

amount of research specifically relating

much higher emission levels," a new

to children's exposure to [emissions]

Lucy’s finger puppets come in many different size sets, in a

to overcome. "When I went in search of

Government fact sheet states. It

it would seem wise to err on the

colourful bag along with the laminated song/finger play or

nursing garments, I found so many were

recommends moving these devices to

side of caution and keep the baby

areas where people spend less time.

monitor only as close to the baby as is

A spokesman said baby monitors

necessary," he said.

enough to make it through a whole story.”

story they relate to. To find out more go to her Facebook page, Finger Puppets & More.

But there was one hurdle Rachel had

designed for women living in cooler

Many parents these days are opting for toys and soothers that don’t contain the potentially dangerous chemicals such as phthalates that are commonly used in these products.

So, like so many enterprising mums, Rachel decided to design her own breastfeeding

Natural Rubber soothers are becoming popular

garments for women living in northern

(thanks to Miranda Kerr and other celebrities) as they

Australia. Her online clothing business,

are free from BPA, chemical softeners, parabens, PVC,

Rachel Jayne, was launched last month.

phthalates and proteins that cause latex allergies.

"If mums have clothes that make it easier

They also have the benefit of being more hygienic

to breastfeed, and especially to do so in

because they’re moulded in a single piece and are

public, I am hoping it will help some mums

therefore easier to clean (no cracks or joins).

breastfeed for longer.”

To find out more contact NQ business Mimmie & Me

climates," she said. "Most were out of my

To find out more go to racheljayne.com.au

via their website at www.mimmieandme.com.au or

budget and not suitable to wear in our

or email sales@racheljayne.com.au

call Katya on 0431 136 827.

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Education

Series Story thanks to Amanda Cranston

o called helicopter parents have

assume responsibility for a problem that

been getting a lot of bad press lately

rightfully belongs to a child, they end up

with reports that over-parenting is

compensating for the problem without truly

starting to become an issue in schools. Some

correcting it. These compensations have the

schools around the country have even gone

unintended effect of allowing the child to stay

to the extent of implementing new rules to

irresponsible,” he says. As a result many children

counter over-parenting and started providing

struggle accepting the consequences of their

workshops to educate parents on appropriate

actions because they know mum and dad will

levels of involvement.

jump in and defend them and there won’t be

Helicopter parenting is a phrase that was first coined in the 1960’s to describe an intense style of parenting in which parent’s ‘hover’ over

Too much interference in a child’s life has been shown to undermine their confidence and

this kind of over-parenting tend to take over

self worth. Research also shows that in the

and do too much for their child instead of

long run over-parenting actually produces

encouraging their independence. In schools

anxious children who have poor life skills, no

this may show up when parents interfere in

sense of responsibility, a lack of resilience and

schoolyard politics or haggle with teachers over

a strong sense of entitlement. Once children

school grades.

reach adulthood they struggle coping if they

So what can parents do to allow their children to develop their own age-appropriate strengths

for themselves and it means they don’t get to

and skills?

kids build self-esteem and confidence.

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growing up.

children to learn and practise problem-solving

on their own. These are some of the ways that

haven’t learned these important life skills while

unfortunately takes away the opportunity for

experience setting goals and achieving success

ildren whose parents are It is well documented that ch their school and education engaged and involved with oom. But when does being do much better in the classr ed? ucation become too involv involved in your child’s ed

taking over.

everything they do. Parents who demonstrate

have positive intentions, ‘helicoptering’

BACK

children to try and fail, without stepping in and

their children, micromanaging and monitoring

Whilst there is no doubt these parents

Stepping

any consequences. Parents need to allow their

Parents can teach their children how to problem-solve by asking them questions rather than solving problems for them or just

Child psychologist Jutta Dempsey says it is a

giving them the answers. They also need to

delicate balancing act for parents to support

teach responsibility, encourage independence,

their children without taking over. “The more

inspire and motivate them to set goals and

children feel that their parents will take care of

achieve them, encourage friendships and of

their problems for them, the less goal-directed

course, allow them free time to play and relax.

they are and the more depressed they are in

Sometimes parents simply need to step back so

late adolescence,” she says. “Children become

their children have the space to step up.

less accountable for their own successes.”

Children benefit when their parents are

Whilst we all want what’s best for our children,

engaged in their life and education but over-

they need to be allowed to learn from

parenting hinders their independence and

mistakes and take responsibility for their own

development of much-needed life skills. Jutta

performance in the classroom. They also need

says it all comes down to balance. “Parents who

to learn how to stand up for themselves in the

restrain from helping unless their child really

school playground and negotiate friendships

needs it and compliment their child rather

on their own.

than substituting their child’s own effort, are

In John Rosemond’s book The NEW Six-Point Plan for Raising Happy, Healthy Children, he says that protecting a child from the experience of failure is counterproductive. “When parents

providing a sound foundation for goal directed behaviour and emotional resilience,” she says. “Knowing your own parenting style and the temperament of your child is the key ingredient in getting this balancing act right.”

KEY Points • Be engaged – show your

kids that you value education

• Step Back – Let them lear

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Get Set for Year 7 Secondary Schooling Local Catholic schools are planning for the introduction of Year 7 to Secondary in 2015

In 2015, Year 7 will become part of the secondary setting in all school sectors throughout Queensland. The move will be a significant change for both Catholic primary and secondary schools. However, we believe it is the right decision if Queensland is to maintain a world-class education system. Since the introduction of Prep, students will be an average of six months older when they reach Year 7 and we believe ready for the challenges of the specialist teaching programs the secondary school setting provides. Importantly, the move will more closely align our school structures with both the delivery of the new Australian curriculum that is now being implemented, and with the other states. Over the next three years Catholic education will work with principals and school communities along with the State government to ensure this major reform is successfully delivered with the interests of students, teachers, staff and their families paramount.

Enrolling in Year 7 and 8 in 2015 In 2015, we will have two new groups of students enrolled in secondary. If your child is in Year 5 or 6 in 2013, they will be due to start Year 7 or 8 as part of secondary in 2015. Enrolments for both Year 7 and 8 (for 2015) will be processed from Term 2, 2014. Children who attend a Catholic primary school are guaranteed a place at a systemic Catholic secondary college*, provided applications are received by the set due date. Children who are in Year 5 or 6 in 2013 at a Prep-12 college will follow regular continuing enrolment processes. Enrolment information is available on the Townsville Catholic Education website www.tsv. catholic.edu.au from the end of Term 1 each year for the following year. *Ignatius Park College and St Patrickâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s College are not systemic Catholic schools. Please consult directly with the college for enrolment information and processes.

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issues Story thanks to Jutta Dempsey

Dyslexia Dyslexia is more common than you think. It often goes undiagnosed but it affects up to 20% of the population and can make school very stressful. Imagine sitting in class for up to six hours a day

There are different types of Dyslexia, depending

when the other kids are so much smarter than

on the strengths and weaknesses of cognitive

you because they can read this:

processing, with major dysfunctions being Visual, Auditory and Executive/Memory

• Problems with direction, sequence, left and right, up and down confusion

Many others have a difficulty in processing the combinations.

• Report cards say could do better,

Learning to read and write is a skill, like learning

inattentive, disorganised or easily distracted

to walk or ride a bike. It requires a number

When a dyslexic is identified early, there is much

become automatic. Just like learning to walk,

this no matter how hard you try:

learning to read and write has nothing to do with

(I wanted to show you how a simple message can become very hard to read when your auditory processing is in turmoil) It might make you not want to go to school, behave like the class clown, be hyperactive and inattentive or just plain bored and

of Richard Branston, Einstein, Churchill, Steven

less damage to their self-esteem and overall learning. Often the child’s behaviour or high intelligence will mask their learning problem and thus the parent needs to be highly vigilant. There are two ways to determine whether a child

Spielberg and Steve Jobs.

is dyslexic, you can either seek help from the

A dyslexic may show some of the following:

psychologist. They will conduct various

• Easily distracted by background noise • Difficulty with rhyming, hearing syllables in words, blending sounds • Problems with remembering words

Over 10% of our population have Dyslexia. It is a

• Letter and sound reversals,

neurological learning disability where the brain’s

omission or adding letters and words

structure develops differently. Brain imaging

• Poor spelling

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intelligent and creative and include the likes

• Guessing words from initial syllable

patterns in dyslexic readers compared to those in

intelligence. In fact most dyslexics are highly

underachieving.

has revealed markedly different brain activation

brighter than results • Better in mathematics

And, you are so dumb because you cannot read

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• Underachieving in subjects – seems

sounds or remembering the sound and symbol

of cognitive and motor functions that then

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time management

A common misconception is that a dyslexic this is only a small proportion of dyslexia.

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• Poor organisation, sequencing and

with many dyslexics having a combination. reads words backwards. Some do, however,

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• Little or avoidance of writing

• Difficulty in summarising a story, memorising or reading aloud

school guidance officer or consult an educational assessments and build a cognitive profile so you and the teacher know how to assist your child in learning to read. Often this will include specialist learning programmes, computer technology and individual tuition by a specially qualified Dyslexic tutor until the child can read and write at their grade level. Britain and America lead the way in diagnosing and remediating dyslexics and while it is also classified as a disability in Australia, funding for schools is more complex and not automatically available in government schools. However, once diagnosed school are usually eager to assist. www.pakmag.com.au

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Gymnastics Townsville

If you thought gymnastics was only for flexible children who can do the splits and tumble, think again. All children can benefit from participating in this sport, including those with a disability.

ymnastics is always one of the most

fees are payable, with casual options available for

community. She says, “we integrate children with

amazing sports to watch in the

those gymnasts trialling a new class.

disabilities seamlessly in our classes and have

Olympics but the physical prowess of

the competitors makes it seem inaccessible to the rest of us who aren’t so strong and bendy. However, it does offer many benefits to children and Gymnastics Townsville is busily promoting participation in the sport in schools.

motor skills, whilst developing overall fitness, core strength, flexibility, and enhancing spatial awareness. Dawn from Gymnastics Townsville

Syndrome and this is an area we are expanding. This approach has been shown to help these children with acceptance, routine, memory, discipline and learning” Gymnastics Townsville are holding a “fun

The sport of gymnastics consists of seven

in gymnastics have “better concentration,

session” in the June/July holidays for children

disciplines, six of the seven disciplines are

and the classes promote good team work and

with disabilities, with a view to open up classes

competitive in nature, whilst general gymnastics

improvement in overall student behaviour.”

specifically for children with disabilities.

sport and focuses on a sport-for-all philosophy. Gymnastics Townsville recognises all seven disciplines, with a main focus on men’s and women’s artistic gymnastics, and general gymnastics.

Dawn has been taking gymnastics into new locations around Townsville and says, “We recently had students participate in six-week programs, vacation care sessions and one-off lessons at the Ryan Catholic College, Annandale State School, Willows After School Care and

Gymnastic Townsville also provide weekly sessions with the Endeavour Foundation adult, with members showing improvement in confidence, ability to undertake tasks, move across uneven floors and even to jump or extend movement in some cases.

The classes currently offered at Gymnastics

Townsville Grammer.” Gymnastics Townsville

Gymnastics helps children develop the

Townsville range from kingergym, prepgym and

is also launching new programs for childcare

fundamental movement skills and coordination

gymfun introductory classes, gymskills classes for

centres.

required in all types of physical activity but it’s

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with a firm foundation of the fundamental

children with ADD, ADHD, Autism and Downs

has also noticed that students participating

is aimed at the non-competitive aspects of the

Gymnastics has been shown to provide children

Gymnastics has physical therapy benefits too. Dawn has been coaching children with

also beneficial for brain development. So there are many reasons to get your kids tumbling.

disabilities for many years and is a part of the

A full outline of the fees and term structure,

Special Olympics programs so she is keen to

and classes is available at www.gymtsv.com.au

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Home edition

July 2013

Kevin’s Floor Sanding

Little Explorers

Solid Reputation

Childproofing Gadgets for the Home

Floor sanding is one of those jobs that you don’t want to do very often but as with many things, it pays to get a professional in to do a quality job that lasts for years.

The most common accidents involving kids in the home are falls, drownings, poisoning, scalds and burns so creating a safe environment is vital. Making your home safe means your little explorers can venture freely without fear of harm. And, these days, there’s a lot more child safety products available than cupboard locks and gates.

Grandfather Kevin Lafferty has worked in the

Since starting Kevin’s Floor Sanding, Kevin has

flooring industry for most of his life but after

quickly gained a solid reputation for being

becoming a grandfather decided to start his

affordable and doing a great job thanks to the

own business so that he has more flexibility to

support and word of mouth of local building

spend time with his grandchildren.

companies. He takes pride in his level of

After years of working in the industry Kevin says he has seen dozens of homes where people have hired a sanding machine and sanded their own

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protectors are perfect for coffee tables, dining tables,

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his customers send more referrals his way to keep his business booming.

floors but he has yet to see one that had a good

Having recently taken on another floor sander

finish. “I have been asked to fix up a lot of floors

and invested in another machine Kevin is now

and even seen some floors that have been totally

gearing up his business to meet increasing

destroyed and can’t be fixed,” he says.

demand for his services.

”It’s not just about the floor when you’re looking

Kevin’s Floor Sanding are available for inside

for a good finish. It’s a combination of having

residential floors, decks (using Sikkens polish),

a good quality sanding machine, good quality

halls, basketball courts and commercial floors.

polish (this is extremely important) and, of course, the experience of the person using

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workmanship and gets great satisfaction when

the machine,” he says with a smile. “I did my

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daughters floor nine years ago and it is still in

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Suction Bath Mats www.safeaus.com.au

mint condition”.

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To avoid the TV falling on top of little ones, this TV lock

These help prevent kids slipping in the bath. For less

Blind and curtain cords are a strangulation hazard

securely connects the back of the TV to the wall. $25

than $7 you can buy a pack of six fun shaped mats

(never place cots near cords). Cord/cable shorteners

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can also prevent your baby from pulling an item such

soft covers to prevent head bumps.

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