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Education

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Kids

MINI MAG Inside

• Homework Guidelines • Problems at school

Anti Social

Event

Guide Complete guide of August events

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Cover photo courtesy of Cheeky Monkey Photography

Kids and Technology

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How to Plan the perfect baby shower

win Fabulous prizes for Dad this Father's Day

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Contents

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August

Hello everyone and welcome to our 33rd edition of PakMag. This month we’ve got a feature about kids and technology with some startling findings from a new study that just proves we all need to

parents

kids

stay ahead of the game. We’re also continuing our Education Series. Thanks to everyone who came along to our PakClub Supporters Party at the

02 What’s New 04 Anti-Social Media

new Sk8way, we had an awesome time.

07 School Problems

Also thanks to Beauty Blessings by Nicx

09 Catholic Education

who gave me my first ever cosmetic procedure, a 10 minute Liquid Facelift.

Homework Update

I’m feeling very taut and uplifted – read

13 Women & Finance

about it on page 37.

I hope to see you at our next PakClub

16 Nutrition

at Kingpin Bowling on 17 August.

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

Nat

PakHealth

PakFood

23 Kid’s MiniMag

babies 32 Baby News: Baby Showers

things to win

21 What’s On

24 WIN tickets to Smurfs 2

23 Mini Mag

25 4 mystery prizes to WIN

31 Planning a Baby Shower

26 WIN tickets to The Jungle Book

32 PakBaby

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34 Connect to Mums 37

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38 Home: Get Sorted 41 Baby Bridges

Model: Luka Murray

42 HOME: Little Explorers

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44 Biz Directory

Hair Piece: Thanks to Little Miss Sprinkles

46 Out & About 48 Mummy Laughs with HotFM

Parasol: Thanks to My Little Muppet Photography: Thanks to Anya from Cheeky Monkey Photography

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inBRIEF Pinky McKay

PAKClub 17 August (9am-11am)

August

what’s

New

Aspergers Talk

Kingpin Bowling

26 October

Our next PakClub event will be held at Kingpin Bowling so come along and join us for a FREE game of

Professor Tony Attwood, a world-renowned expert

bowling, jumping castle and littlies

on Aspergers is heading to Mackay to talk about

soft play area. Our theme is Mad

practical strategies to help support parents and carers

Scientists so put on your Lab coats

of those on the spectrum. The event will be a High Tea

for your chance to win great prizes.

Luncheon so it promises to be a fun and educational event. To find out more call Jody on 4953 2833 or email

Festival Fun!

jody@redevents.com.au

OT at JCU The JCU Occupational Therapy Service operates on the JCU Townsville campus and provides individual and group occupational therapy to children from 18 months to 18 years by OT students under the

FAMILY Flicks

supervision of a qualified OT. This service is currently free of charge and available for children who may have difficulties in a variety of areas from motor coordination, to paying attention, dealing with everyday activities and making friends. Researchers at JCU are also currently seeking children

17 November at Mercure Hotel

aged 7-11 years with motor coordination difficulties to participate in a study to help inform the development of

This month there’s lots happening in Townsville and around our region. • Cultural Fest

• Whitsunday Reef Festival

14-18 August, Strand Park. Immerse yourself

15-18 August in Airlie Beach culminating in

in the region’s rich cultural diversity at this

a Family Fun Day on Sunday 18 August.

year’s event. Visit: www.culturalfest.org

• Cairns Festival

• Seafood Festival

24 August - 1 September. Lots of FREE

10 August (11am-5pm) on Flinders Street

kids activities at the Festival Hub on the

East. Cost: $10 adults, $25 families.

Esplanade over both weekends.

• Palmer Street Jazz Festival

• Australian Italian Festival

9-11 August. For more information go to:

3-4 August in Ingham includes a kids

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corner with lots of FREE activities.

health interventions for children with DCD. Participation is entirely voluntary. For more information contact Samantha Cocuzza on 0407 810 215,or Karen Salata on

Parenting expert Pinky McKay is heading to Townsville in November to present two seminars on babies and toddlers. To find out more contact Wellspring Chiropractic on 4779 1604. To purchase tickets go to: www.trybooking.com/Booking/BookingEventSummary.aspx?eid=56158

Event Cinemas are recommencing their $6 Weekend Family Flicks with the following movies: • Epic 2D – 3-4 August • Monsters University 2D – 10-11 & 17-18 August • Despicable Me 2 2D - 24-25 August

4781 5342. All sessions will be conducted at the JCU OT Service, Townsville campus.

Parenting Courses • Parenting Under 12’s – A six-week course run by Centacare on Wednesdays starting 14 August (10am 12noon). Cost: Sliding fee from gold coin to $15. Venue: 1143 Riverway Drive, Rasmussen. For bookings and more information call 4772 9000. • Engaging Adolescents – A four week course for parents of adolescents. It runs on Wednesdays (5.30pm-7.30pm) from 28 August. Venue: 410 Ross River Road. Call 4772 9000 for bookings and more info.

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As we navigate our way through the information age, technological devices have in many ways become a necessary evil. While at one time a family would gather around the dining table to talk, these days we are more likely to be conversing with people online than with those present. Which begs the question: is the early introduction to gadgets really about educating our children, or are we merely providing them with a modern-day babysitter?

Kids

Issues Story thanks to Kate van Eck

As technology rapidly infiltrates our lives, many

In addition to the social implications, perhaps

believe we are in danger of raising a generation

the most important factor to consider when

of overweight and unmotivated children who

introducing a child to technology is safety.

have no concept of how to play creatively.

Not only do we as parents need to consider

According to mother of three, Teresa Johnson,

the exposure to inappropriate imagery, we

the overuse of technology is already affecting

also need to be aware that the earlier a child

many children’s ability to socially interact with

becomes accustomed to social media the

their peers. “You have to wonder what is wrong

sooner they are potentially at risk of anti-social

when you organise a play date and kids as

behaviour such as cyber bullying. Now with

young as two years old refuse to play with your

recent surveys revealing that Australian children

children because they would rather play Xbox or

are amongst the youngest and most prolific

their iPad,” she says. “I don’t see a problem with

internet users in the world, It’s more important

older children using technology in moderation,

than ever to be well informed.

but some of the kids I have seen are not even toilet trained, yet they know how to search You Tube and show little interest in normal kid’s games such as ‘hide and seek’ or ‘tiggy’.”

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the youngest in the 26-nation survey. In addition to this, a report released by Senator Stephen Conroy titled ‘Tweens, Teens and Technology

computer literate. “Provided you monitor their

Report’, revealed that children are adopting

usage and have all the appropriate safety

technology much faster than expected. In fact,

software in place there’s really no reason to hold

67% of tweens (children ages 8 to 12) currently

them back,” she says. “There’s no avoiding it

use a social media site while more alarmingly,

these days, so it’s important to be educated as a

13% have admitted being “friends” with people

parent, so you can foresee any possible dangers.”

they don’t actually know online.

different from handing them a colouring book

at just 8 years of age – making them amongst

fact that her three year old daughter is already

keep children occupied, Jacinta believes it’s no

media

average Australian child starts using the internet

On the other hand, Jacinta Riley is proud of the

And in terms of using electronic devices to

Anti Social

According to recent study, AUkids Online, the

and pencils. “There are times when it’s simply unavoidable,” she says. “I’d much rather give my child an iPad for half an hour than suffer the consequences. It’s not only disruptive to me, it also inconveniences other people when children

Like everything in life, technology requires balance. While it’s important for children to be educated and entertained – there has to be limits. We also need to ensure that in our quest for a minute’s peace, we aren’t depriving them of the opportunity to learn those old fashioned virtues such as courtesy, patience and self-reliance.

are constantly whinging and throwing tantrums

For info on the “Tweens, Teens and Technology

around them.”

Report visit: www.mcafeecybered.com/cybered

TIPS for Parents • Set limits on what your child can and can't do on media devices • Remember that many phones and consoles now have internet access and built-in webcams • Stay in control – don't be pressured into allowing you child to use technology if you don't think they're mature enough

• Starting teaching them early (from the age of five) about the importance of keeping your personal information to yourself and that anything online can be seen by anybody, forever • Don't assume your child is only accessing age appropriate services www.pakmag.com.au

Kids

Issues Story thanks to Jutta Dempsey

Problems school

Communication and early intervention are key when you’re aware that your child is having difficulties at school, writes Jutta Dempsey Children spend a significant portion of their

the problem with the teacher it can then lead

week at school so it’s important for their overall

to solutions such as changing the way work is

wellbeing that their experience is a positive one.

presented to them and developing coping and

Regular communication with your child’s teacher

behaviour strategies.

and school helps ensure that this is the case. If you become aware that your child is having problems start talking to your child and with the

If you and the teacher are having difficulty

school before it escalates. Whatever the problem,

identifying a solution to the problem, the school

whether it’s not achieving expected grades,

guidance officer can often visit the classroom

not finishing school work, not wanting to go to

and assess the situation. They will then be able

school or getting involved in behaviour problems

to develop individual learning plans, behaviour

such as being disruptive, fighting or name

modification programs and emotional/social

calling, it is important that parents are proactive.

skilling. Some of these are provided within the

This does not mean that every small misdemeanour needs to be communicated however, behavioural and learning strategies are best implemented with help from parents and teachers working together with positive reinforcement rather than consequences.

assistance for diagnosis and intervention from Health and Mental Health professionals within the community. [3] Discuss ‘fit’ with the Principal

they are coming from is vital. If they are not coping, having parents understand both their feelings and challenges helps to make them feel secure within the family. Children do not want to misbehave. Parents need to listen without judgement or interruption. Your child may be more willing to open up if you ask him or her a positive question first. When you are relaxed with them, (out for a walk, or riding in the car), ask them in a relaxed tone, “If school was just how you wanted it to be, what would it be like?” or “If you could make recess perfect, how would you change it?” You’ll hear about what’s hard. My favourite is giving children three magic wishes that would make their school better for them. Whilst you don’t need to act upon every small little issue, parents do need to be alert to

good ‘fit’ and in this case the next logical step

potential problems such as acting out or not

is to talk to the Principal. Different schools offer

coping with school. It is up to you to take steps

different values and learning environments so

to solve these problems for the sake of your

The first thing you should do is talk to the

a highly anxious child may do better in a less

child’s happiness. If you are having difficulty

teacher to see if they have also noticed a

performance geared school or an oppositional

understanding or intervening, then professional

problem and whether your child is coping in

temperament may require a school employing

intervention will help.

the busy classroom environment. If you identify

layers of behavioural interventions.

[1] Talk to the teacher

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school guidance program. Parents can also seek

Talking with your child and understanding where

Sometimes a classroom or school may not be a

Steps to take when problems occur:

[2] Engage the school guidance officer

[4] Talk to your child

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Enrol now for Kindy Four new kindergartens opened this year on Catholic school sites in Townsville and Mount Isa.

NEW Kindy

Kindergarten is now offered on site at St Anthony’s Catholic College in Deeragun

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Catholic kindergarten programs are now offered onsite at St Clare’s Catholic School (Burdell), St Anthony’s Catholic College (Deeragun), Ryan Catholic College (Kirwan) and St Joseph’s School, The Strand (North Ward) and St Joseph’s Catholic Primary School (Mount Isa). Kindergarten is also offered at the St Mary MacKillop Early Learning Centres which are supported by Townsville Catholic Education, in Mundingburra, Kirwan, Rasmussen, Ingham, Palm Island and Mount Isa. Enrolments for Kindergarten in 2014 are invited, with parents/carers encouraged to apply early to avoid disappointment. Enrolment application forms are available on the Townsville Catholic Education website www.tsv.catholic.edu.au/ kindergarten or by contacting the office on kindergarten@tsv.catholic.edu.au

Once your child begins their learning journey with Catholic education, whether it is at one of our early learning centres, kindergartens or schools, it is a great idea to connect with us on social media to keep up to date with news and events. More than 13,000 students attend Catholic schools in the Townsville Diocese. Our social media sites are a great way to share news and keep updated with important information during your journey with Catholic Education. We welcome you to our growing Catholic Education community. Web: www.tsv.catholic.edu.au Facebook: www.facebook.com/TownsvilleCEO Twitter: www. Twiter.com/tceo Youtube: www.youtube.com/Townsvilleceo Pinterest: www.pinterest.com/tceo

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Homework update

Father's Day 2013 Thanks to the support of some great local businesses we are giving away some awesome prizes this month to some lucky dads. If you would like to win one of these prizes simply go to www.pakmag.com.au to enter our competition.

With today’s busy lifestyles, homework can often be a source of anxiety and conflict in the home but most schools still believe it has some important educational and developmental benefits. While there is evidence to suggest that there

development of the child,” she says. “However,

be available to help during homework time,

are no academic advantages to children doing

homework also needs to be balanced with the

it is not your job to do it for them or to do the

homework (especially in lower primary), many

other important aspects of the child’s life such as

work of the teacher. If your child struggles with

schools and people in the education industry

social, family and independent time too.”

their homework despite their best efforts, let

still believe it serves several important purposes including: • Consolidation of learning – it gives children an opportunity to review what they’ve learnt • Development of study skills and habits

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If your child attends a school that supports homework then it is obviously in the best interests of your child if you support them to accomplish homework easily. Here are some tips:

the teacher know. Education Queensland has provided guidelines on how much homework to expect for children at different ages. These have been developed to ensure children have a balance in their lives with time for school, recreation, sports and family.

• Create a positive learning environment

However, each individual school will have their

• Teacher feedback – it enables teachers to see

at home – Provide a well-lit space away from

own homework policies so you may wish to

how well students are grasping concepts which

distractions but somewhere where they can

check your own school’s particular expectations.

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it if their school had a policy of not giving out

can also start to teach their children time

homework, it looks as though its here to stay,

management skills by providing a diary or

especially with increasing pressure from the

calendar to keep track of homework deadlines

Years 1-3 = 1 hour each week

• Set clear rules – If you’ve got younger children

Years 4-5 = 2-3 hours each week

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Prep = No homework recommended

make sure they’re engaged in quiet activities

homework is beneficial if it is not just an ‘add-on’

such as reading during homework time to avoid

but more sophisticated as part of the unit plan

distractions and sibling rivalry

Years 8-9 = 5 hours per week

• Let your child do homework to the best of

Years 10-12 = Will vary according to

their ability – While it is useful for parents to

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Education QUeensland Homework Guidelines:

Educational psychologist Jutta Dempsey says

of learning. “Homework that is more problem-

How can parents help?

beneficial for developing community or social

Years 6-7 = 3-4 hours per week

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Women Finance

The latest tips in the world of finance

BANK Fees

by Fiona Thorogood

News QCCU

TAX Refund Tips [1] Provide your bank account details on your tax return so your refund can be deposited directly into your account. [2] Plan how to use your tax refund so it doesn’t get frittered away from impulse purchases. [3] Pay down your debts or set some aside in a high interest account. [4] Look for ways to reduce your power consumption eg. upgrading to more efficient appliances or installing solar panels.

Over the next few months as we pore over our bank statements to complete our income tax returns, it’s a good opportunity to discover which accounts are charging excess fees, and if you reckon you’re paying too much it’s time to take your business elsewhere. A recent industry report shows bank fees continue to gouge a hole in our finances. The average Australian household currently pays just under $9 each week in bank charges. This may not seem like much in isolation, but it adds up. Over the course of a year it works out to be around $465. Over ten years they’re starting to approach $5,000. Isn’t there a better way to use that money?

switching legislation introduced in July last year means your new financial institution has to do all the legwork changing regular direct debits and credits from your old account to the new one.

If you’re not happy with the fees charged on your everyday account there are plenty of opportunities available to get a better deal. Some transaction accounts on the market have virtually done away with fees altogether. Take a look at comparison sites like Mozo or RateCity for more options.

Even if you select a zero-fee account it pays to be mindful of your own banking behaviour too. When you use an ATM not linked to your own bank’s network you will incur foreign ATM fees applied by the owner of the ATM, and these can really add up over time. It’s possible to avoid or at least minimise foreign ATM charges by planning your cash needs so that you’re not forced to use a foreign ATM. You may also be able to withdraw cash fee-free when you make a purchase via EFTPOS.

Plenty of people stick with an expensive everyday account because it seems all too hard to change to a new account. If that sounds like you, bear in mind that account

Gail Glasby is a Financial Planner from ipac north queensland and can be contacted on 4772 2200 for more information, or visit www.ipac.com.au/northqueensland

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

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UNDERInsured? The latest underinsurance figures for Australia show total underinsurance in this country stands at $10.6 trillion. Underinsurance is when you don’t have enough insurance to replace what you’ve lost. For example, with home insurance you may not have sufficient cover to rebuild your home. This may occur if you’ve not updated your policy for a while or you’ve increased the value of your home by renovating. Policies with the lowest risk of underinsurance are ‘total replacement’ policies where the insurer agrees to pay unlimited replacement costs. Some ‘sum-insured’ policies provide up to 30% on top of the sum insured in the event of total loss, which also reduces your risk. www.pakmag.com.au

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CONCUSSION Update A recent Sports Medicine Australia publication highlighted that dealing with concussion is more important in junior sport than any other level since fewer that 20% of concussed children are diagnosed.

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Author of the Sport Health article, Neurosurgeon Professor Gavin Davis states that sports concussion is more common in junior sport than in any other group of athletes. He commented that “Children are not merely ‘little adults’. They have significant physical, physiological and development differences that place them at long-term risk if sports concussion is not managed appropriately. Management of

concussion is very simple. If there is any suspicion of a concussion, the child must be removed from the field of play, be medically assessed, and not allowed to return to play that day.” Sports Medicine Australia offers a range of sport safety courses available to the sporting community and general public at sma.org.au

PAP Smears ging all Cancer Council Queensland is ur ioritise eligible Queensland women to pr earch regular pap smears, with new res e test. showing only half undertake th According to figures released by the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare, participation in the National

Cervical Screening Program has been cil going down since 2008.Cancer Coun Clift Katie rson espe spok d Queenslan said regular pap smear tests were essential in the early detection of cervical cancer.

“Regular pap smears are currently the best protection against cervical ce cancer and has the potential to redu er up to 90 per cent of cervical canc cases in Australia. Even if women have received the Gardasil vaccination, it is still essential they participate in recommended screening.”

Diabetes is a universal chronic disease that can manifest in any age group. In children, Type 1 diabetes is the most common form of diabetes diagnosed. However children from a family with diabetes and obesity can also develop Type 2 Diabetes so taking good care of your health through daily exercise and attention to food, is important for preventing this condition. Type 1 (insulin dependent) diabetes usually has a rapid onset. Symptoms include increased thirst, drinking liquids often, passing urine often, blurring of vision, weight loss and recurrent thrush. In children it is important not only to look for these symptoms, but also to look for tiredness, vomiting, abdominal pain and confusion. This is a serious complication of diabetes called Diabetes Ketoacidosis and demands urgent medical assessment and management. Type 2 (non insulin dependent) diabetes may not show any symptoms initially. Risk factors include a family history of diabetes, obesity, high blood pressure, heart disease, polycystic ovary syndrome in the obese, gestational diabetes, Aboriginal and Torres Strait and Pacific Islander’s, Asian and Indian people. Gestational Diabetes occurs during pregnancy, particularly the second trimester. Risk factors for this type include obesity, being over the age of 30, a family history of diabetes and ethnicity (noted above). Diabetes can occur at any age and weight so if you have concerns discuss further with your GP.

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Product news

Going Gluten Free? ‘’Carbs are not your friend!” was a popular catchphrase in the 90’s that sparked controversy amongst health professionals and gave rise to a wave of ‘low-carb’ alternatives on our supermarket shelves. If supermarket shelves, café menus, health blogs and Gwyneth Paltrow are anything to go by, it seems that gluten has been added to the list of no-no’s. But will going gluten-free improve your child’s health? If your child has been diagnosed with coeliac disease, the answer is unequivocally, YES! This protein found in wheat, rye, barley and oats causes severe gastrointestinal problems for coeliac sufferers and must be eliminated from their diet. However, if they don’t have coeliac disease it is important to consider the implications of a gluten free diet: • Gluten helps bind foods together, making them thick and tasty and because of this it can be added to everything from baked goods to soy sauce and seasonings. Many manufacturers of gluten-free products replace the gluten with extra fats and sugar to maintain flavour and texture. • Bread bakers in Australia use fortified wheat flour to ensure our food supply

By Connie Eales

Apples

contains an increased amount of important nutrients such as folate, thiamin and iodine that are sometimes lacking. • Social situations such as birthday parties often centre around food that contains gluten so it could cause your child to feel excluded. Going gluten free can sometimes be a great tool for increasing fresh foods in a child’s diet such as fruits, vegies, lean protein, dairy and delicious gluten free grains such as quinoa and amaranth.

They are cheaper than chips and packed with vitamins and fibre so here are a few ideas to increase their appeal to kids: • ½ an English muffin topped with ¼ thinly sliced

If you do decide to have a gluten free diet in your household here are some tips:

apple and 1 tbsp melted shredded cheese.

• Skip packaged gluten free products and instead focus on fruits, dairy and homemade gluten free baked goods for snacks

sandwich with peanut butter smears and sultanas.

• Use naturally gluten free grains such as quinoa and amaranth • Allow your child to consume foods with gluten in social situations such as birthday parties and play-dates It is always advisable to seek professional advice from your family doctor or an Accredited Practicing Dietitian before placing a child on any diet.

• 1 cored apple, cut into 4 width length slices,

• 1 cored and sliced apple place in a microwave bag, sprinkled with cinnamon and brown sugar. Microwave on high for 4 minutes. • Grate into morning porridge or an afternoon yoghurt snack.

Connie Eales is an Accredited Practising Dietitian at Health Management (www.healthmanagement.com.au) You can connect with Health Management and ask Connie questions on Facebook.

of the flu season and our READER QUESTION: It is the peak that Vitamin C can prevent true house hasn’t been hit yet. Is it old wives tale? the common cold and flu or is it an

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been debated for decades. This is a common question that has e that Vitamin C prevents the There is no scientific evidence to prov nutrient for overall health. colds and flu but it is still an important and vegetables is important, Getting your daily dose through fruits . even if it doesn’t keep the sniffles away

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Preheat oven to 180oC. Season beef with salt and pepper, add 2 tbs of oil and mix well. Heat a large frypan over high heat. Brown beef in 2 batches. Remove each batch and place in casserole dish. Reduce heat in pan to medium and add a little extra oil. Add garlic, ginger and paste, cook for 1-2 mins, stirring. Pour in the stock, stir well. Pour the mixture over the beef and stir to combine. Cover the casserole dish and place in the oven. Cook 90 mins or until tender. Add remaining ingredients. Cook for a further 30 mins or until beef is very tender and the potatoes are cooked. Serve with roasted nuts.

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August 2013 entertainment & events DATE 1/08/13

VENUE Coutts Commercial Tavern Ayr

ENTERTAINMENT/EVENT NAME James Reyne

TIME 7.30pm

FOR MORE INFO 4783 1999

COST Cost

1/08/13

Townsville RSL Stadium

North Queensland Babies & Kids Market

9.00am

www.nqbkm.com.au

1/08/13

Thuringowa Library

Baby Rhyme Time

10.00am

1300 878 001

Free

1/08/13

Thuringowa Library

Baby Rhyme Time

11.00am

1300 878 001

Free

2/08/13

Aitkenvale Library

Storytime

10.00am

1300 878 001

Free

2/08/13

Bush Garden Nursery

Planting and Propagating Native Plants

8.00am

4721 4077

Free

3/08/13

Perc Tucker Regional Gallery

"Play Art: Kids Art Class Series

10.30am

4727 9011

$18

3/08/13

Townsville City

Australian Festival of Chamber Music

3/08/13

Ingham

Australian Italian Festival

www.afcm.com.au

Cost Free

3/08/13

Aitkenvale Library

Newborn & Family Drop-In Service with Child Health Nurse

9.00am

1300 878 001

Free

4/08/13

Perc Tucker Regional Gallery

Art-Making Activities: "Free Family Fun Day"

10.30am

4727 9011

Free

4/08/13

Perc Tucker Regional Gallery

Vrrooom Children's Exhibition - Last day

10.00am

4727 9011

Free

4/08/13

Yoga Health - Currajong

Family Yoga

3.00pm

www.sundalah.com.au

$5/$10

4/08/13

Townsville Running Festival

Team Pyjama Run

www.thepyjamafoundation.com

Cost

4/08/13

Ingham

Australian Italian Festival

www.australianitalianfestival.com.au

Free

5/08/13

52 Palm Drive Deeragun

North Townsville Community Hub Playgroup

4751 6511

9.30am

5/08/13

Aitkenvale Library

Baby Rhyme Time

10.00am

1300 878 001

Free

5/08/13

Aitkenvale Library

Baby Rhyme Time

11.00am

1300 878 001

Free

6/08/13

Northreach Bapist Church Kirwan

Mainly Music

9.45am

4778 1657

6/08/13

Saunders Beach Community Hall

North Townsville Community Hub Playgroup

9.30am

4751 6511

6/08/13

Pinnacles Gallery

Art-Making Activities: "Free Family Fun Day"

10.00am

4773 8871

Free

6/08/13

Pinnacles Gallery

Heritage Matters - Chronicles of Queensland

9.00am

4773 8871

Free

6/08/13

City Library

Storytime

10.00am

1300 878 001

Free

6/08/13

Aitkenvale Library

Newborn & Family Drop-In Service with Child Health Nurse

9.00am

1300 878 001

Free

0419 790 534

7/08/13

30 Church St West End

Brainy workshop for teachers and parents. De stress.

3.30pm

7/08/13

Aitkenvale Libraries

Messy Play (Bookings essential)

9.00am

$40 Free

7/08/13

Aitkenvale Libraries

Messy Play (Bookings essential)

10.30am

7/08/13

Thuringowa Library

Storytime

10.00am

1300 878 001

Free

8/08/13

Bellevue South, Townsville

Townsville Folk & Accoustic Music Club

8.00pm

0428 994 125

Free

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DATE

VENUE

8/08/13

30 Church St, West End

green = kids

blue = adults

ENTERTAINMENT/EVENT NAME Kinesiology & Movement - Intro session

TIME 9.30am

FOR MORE INFO 0419 790 534

COST Cost

8/08/13

Rollingstone Community Hall

North Townsville Community Hub Playgroup

9.30am

4751 6511

8/08/13

Thuringowa Library

Baby Rhyme Time

10.00am

1300 878 001

Free

8/08/13

Thuringowa Library

Baby Rhyme Time

11.00am

1300 878 001

Free

9/08/13

"Perc Tucker Regional Gallery

Small Details of the Big Creation: Cath Meharry

10.00am

4727 9011

Free Free

9/08/13

Palmer Street

Palmer Street Jazz Festival

9/08/13

Bush Garden Nursery

Planting and Propagating Native Plants

8.00am

4721 4077

10/08/13 Flinders St East

Townsville Seafood Festival

11.00am

4727 9011

10/08/13 Palmer Street

Palmer Street Jazz Festival

Cost

Kids

$10 Cost

10/08/13 Bohlevale State School

Country Fair

11.00am

10/08/13 Aitkenvale Library

Newborn & Family Drop-In Service with Child Health Nurse

9.00am

Free 1300 878 001

11/08/13 Bluewater Park

Extravaganza de Engine Car Show

Free

11/08/13 Palmer Street

Palmer Street Jazz Festival

Cost

12/08/13 Stockland Townsville

Mummy Fun Day

10.00am

4779 6033

Free

12/08/13 52 Palm Drive Deeragun

North Townsville Community Hub Playgroup

9.30am

4751 6511

12/08/13 Aitkenvale Library

Baby Rhyme Time

10.00am

1300 878 001

Free

12/08/13 Aitkenvale Library

Baby Rhyme Time

11.00am

1300 878 001

Free

13/08/13 Northreach Bapist Church Kirwan

Mainly Music

9.45am

4778 1657

13/08/13 Saunders Beach Community Hall

North Townsville Community Hub Playgroup

9.30am

4751 6511

www.tickets.oztix.com.au

Cost

1300 878 001

Free

13/08/13 The Venue

Repo : The Genetic Opera Screening with Live shadowcast

7.00pm

13/08/13 Relationships Australia

Start of Poppers course for 6-9 yr olds experiencing parental separation

4.00pm

13/08/13 City Library Flinders Street

Storytime

10.00am

13/08/13 Aitkenvale Library

Newborn & Family Drop-In Service with Child Health Nurse

9.00am

14/08/13 The Strand Park

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14/08/13 30 Church St West End

Brainy Workshop - How your child learns best

3.30pm

0419 790 534

$40

14/08/13 1143 Riverway Drive, Rasmussen

Centacare Course: Parenting Under 12's (6 weeks)

10.00am

4772 9000

$15

14/08/13 Townsville Civic Theatre

Sound of Music

7.30pm

4727 9797

Cost

14/08/13 Thuringowa Library

Storytime

10.00am

1300 878 001

Free

14/08/13 Aitkenvale Library

Messy Play (Bookings essential)

9.00am

1300 878 001

Free

14/08/13 Aitkenvale Library

Messy Play (Bookings essential)

10.30am

1300 878 001

Free

15/08/13 Strand Park

Townsville Cultural Fest

www.culturalfest.org

Cost

15/08/13 30 Church St West End

Kinesiology & Movement - Intro session

9.30am

0419 790 534

Cost

15/08/13 Rollingstone Community Hall

North Townsville Community Hub Playgroup

9.30am

4751 6511

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August

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VENUE

15/08/13 Townsville Civic Theatre

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ENTERTAINMENT/EVENT NAME

TIME

Sound of Music

7.30pm

15/08/13 Thuringowa Library

Baby Rhyme Time

10.00am

16/08/13 Strand Park

Townsville Cultural Fest

FOR MORE INFO 4727 9797

COST Cost

1300 878 001

Free

www.culturalfest.org

Cost

16/08/13 "Perc Tucker Regional Gallery

Selected Works 1994-2012 Bonney Bombach

10.00am

4727 9011

Free

16/08/13 Townsville Civic Theatre

Sound of Music

7.30pm

4727 9797

Cost

16/08/13 Aitkenvale Library

Storytime

10.00am

1300 878 001

Free

16/08/13 Bush Garden Nursery

Planting and Propagating Native Plants

8.00am

4721 4077

Free

17/08/13 Kingpin Bowling

PakClub

9.00am

17/08/13 Strand Park

Townsville Cultural Fest

4053 3331

Free

www.culturalfest.org

Cost

17/08/13 The Strand Park (Zinc FM Stage)

Telstra Road to Discovery

5.30pm

www.culturalfest.org

Cost

17/08/13 Townsville Civic Theatre

Sound of Music

1.30pm

4727 9797

Cost

17/08/13 Townsville Civic Theatre

Sound of Music

7.30pm

4727 9797

Cost

17/08/13 Aitkenvale Library

Newborn & Family Drop-In Service with Child Health Nurse

9.00am

1300 878 001

Cost

www.culturalfest.org

Cost

4.00pm

4727 9797

Cost

18/08/13 Strand Park

Townsville Cultural Fest - Last day

18/08/13 Townsville Civic Theatre

Sound of Music

18/08/13 The Venue

Bernard Fanning

7.00pm

premier.ticketek.com

Cost

19/08/13 52 Palm Drive Deeragun

North Townsville Community Hub Playgroup

9.30am

4751 6511

19/08/13 Aitkenvale Library

Baby Rhyme Time

10.00am

1300 878 001

Free

20/08/13 Northreach Bapist Church Kirwan

Mainly Music

9.45am

4778 1657

20/08/13 Saunders Beach Community Hall

North Townsville Community Hub Playgroup

9.30am

4751 6511

20/08/13 City Library Flinders Street

Baby Rhyme Time

10.00am

1300 878 001

Free

20/08/13 Townsville Civic Theatre

Michael Jackson HIStory Show

8.00pm

4727 9797

Cost

20/08/13 Aitkenvale Library

Newborn & Family Drop-In Service with Child Health Nurse

9.00am

1300 878 001

Free

21/08/13 30 Church St West End

Brainy Workshop for teachers and parents - Intro to Kinesiology

3.30pm

0419 790 534

Cost

21//8/13 Thuringowa Library

Storytime

10.00am

1300 878 001

Free

21/08/13 Aitkenvale Library

Storytime

10.00am

1300 878 001

Free

21//8/13 Aitkenvale Library

Messy Play (Bookings essential)

9.00am

1300 878 001

Free

21//8/13 Aitkenvale Library

Messy Play (Bookings essential)

10.30am

1300 878 001

Free

22/08/13 Bellevue South Townsville

Townsville Folk & Accoustic Music Club

8.00pm

0428 994 125

Free

22/08/13 30 Church St West End

Kinesiology & Movement - Intro session

9.30pm

0419 790 534

Cost

22/08/13 Rollingstone Community Hall

North Townsville Community Hub Playgroup

9.30am

4751 6511

22/08/13 Thuringowa Library

Baby Rhyme Time

10.00am

1300 878 001

Free

23/08/13 Aitkenvale Library

Storytime

10.00am

1300 878 001

Free

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August

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DATE

VENUE

23/08/13 Hotel Arcadia, Magnetic Island

ENTERTAINMENT/EVENT NAME

TIME

Great Tropical Jazz Party

FOR MORE INFO 4778 5918

COST Cost

23/08/13 Bush Garden Nursery

Planting and Propagating Native Plants

8.00am

4721 4077

Free

24/08/13 Pinnacles Gallery

Townsville Artist Market

1.00pm

4773 8871

Free

24/08/13 Convention Centre

Pride and Glory

6.00pm

0439 990 291

Cost

24/08/13 Cluden Park Race Course

Townsville Amateurs 2013

11.00am

4771 4000

Cost

4778 5918

Cost

1300 878 001

Free

24/08/13 Hotel Arcadia, Magnetic Island

Great Tropical Jazz Party

24/08/13 Aitkenvale Library

Newborn & Family Drop-In Service with Child Health Nurse

9.00am

25/08/13 Cowboys Training Field

Cowboys Fun Day - Members Only

10.00am

25/08/13 Hotel Arcadia, Magnetic Island

Great Tropical Jazz Party

www.cowboys.com.au

Free

4778 5918

Cost

26/08/13 52 Palm Drive Deeragun

North Townsville Community Hub Playgroup

9.30am

4751 6511

27/08/13 Saunders Beach Community Hall

North Townsville Community Hub Playgroup

9.30am

4751 6511

27/08/13 Northreach Bapist Church Kirwan

Mainly Music

9.45am

4778 1657

27/08/13 City Library Flinders Street

Storytime

10.00am

1300 878 001

Free

9.00am

1300 878 001

Free

27/08/13 Aitkenvale Library

Newborn & Family Drop-In Service with Child Health Nurse

28/08/13 The Brewery

Trivia For Charity 2013

28/08/13 Thuringowa Library

Storytime

10.00am

www.townsvillebrewery.com.au

Cost

1300 878 001

Free

28/08/13 Melrose Park, Garbutt

Messy Play in the Park

9.30am

1300 878 001

Free

29/08/13 Rollingstone Community Hall

North Townsville Community Hub Playgroup

9.30am

4751 6511

4727 9011

Free

11.00am

4727 9011

Free

30/08/13 The Strand

"First day of ""Strand Ephemera VII 2013"

30/08/13 The Strand

"Artwork construction with La Luna artists : Vertical Disaster"

30/08/13 The Strand Park

Inclusive Communities Festival

5.00pm

4759 2050

Free

30/08/13 Aitkenvale Library

Storytime

10.00am

1300 878 001

Free

30/08/13 Bush Garden Nursery

Planting and Propagating Native Plants

8.00am

4721 4077

Free

31/08/13 The Strand

Daily drop-in style workshops begin for "Strand Ephemera VII 2013" 3.00pm

4727 9011

Free

31/08/13 The Strand

Tours begin for "Strand Ephemera VII 2013"

7.00pm

4727 9011

Free

31/08/13 The Strand

"Artwork construction with La Luna artists : Vertical Disaster"

11.00am

4727 9011

Free

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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

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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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Baby

august 2013

Pamper your dad this Father’s Day

How to Plan the perfect baby shower

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Today there are no rules when it comes to baby showers. Many people like the traditional element of having a baby shower but with a modern twist. Traditional baby showers are often similar to a high tea with dainty cakes and finger sandwiches, pretty cupcakes, scones, little platters of chocolates, non-alcoholic punch, tea and coffee. Modern baby showers can be themed or just a unique afternoon such as a girl’s pamper party at a day spa, lunch at a favourite restaurant or a garden party with games and plenty of laughter.

Venues Think garden party at home or a friend’s house, a restaurant, day spa, hotel room or maybe even an afternoon out on a boat.

Decorations You can decorate in pastel pink and blue, but if you know the sex of the baby then go all out in that colour. There are also lots of ideas online if you’re looking for inspiration for a different kind of theme eg. an animal print colour scheme, gold and red for ‘a superstar is born’ theme or black and white for a classic and contemporary feel. There are many free templates online too for invitations and thank you cards. Many party supply shops also have gorgeous baby themed goodies from little cupcake holders and cake toppers to baby shower games, mini dummies, giant safety

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pins and other fun stuff.

Gifts This depends on the mum-to-be as many mums have already accumulated baby stuff so it is best to ask what gifts the mum-to-be would like or need. Or you can ask everyone to bring a children’s book to contribute to the new baby’s library and ask each guest to

• Charades – act out nursery rhymes or children’s book characters • Guess the Baby Picture – each guest brings their baby picture for the game • Nursery Rhyme Karaoke – how well do guests know their nursery rhymes?

bring their favourite children’s book that they loved as a child.

• Nappy Changing Races – side-by-side guests race to put nappies on dolls

Games

• Paper Bag Surprise – guests put their hand in to guess the baby items in bag

There are so many fantastic baby shower games that can turn an average party into a memorable one for all the right reasons. Here are some ideas: • Guess the Baby Food – blindfolded players smell or taste baby food • Baby Pictionary – guests take turns drawing baby items for others to guess

• Guess the name of celebrity babies & kids names from popular TV shows (trivia game) • Don’t Say Baby – guests lose pegs/points if they say the word ‘baby’ at party So why not throw a baby shower with a difference and make the mum-to-be feel special before baby comes along. www.pakmag.com.au

Baby

Baby Books

BABY Sniffles

review

august 2013

NEW Baby Books

HipSeats

The Day-By-Day Baby Book By Dr Ilona Bendefy & Dr Lionel Lubitz This comprehensive baby book is a great reference for new parents. Published by Penguin Books. RRP $49.99

The Chiropractors Association of Australia has recently endorsed the award-winning Hippychick Hipseat.

Colds are very common in young children, with most suffering around 10 colds in their first two years of life.

BABY Dental Tips

(3-4 years) on the hip without strain on the hip, back, neck or

They are spread through the air, or by

irritability. Fever is NOT usually associated

shoulder, the Hipseat is the only baby/child carrier to receive

coming into contact with the nose, mouth

with the common cold. This is more likely

their official endorsement.

or throat secretions of an infected person.

to be related to a bacterial infection so seek

RRP $12.99

Most colds occur in babies when they are

advice from your GP.

Chiropractor Dr Natessa Henville said “I’ve been recommending the Hippychick Hipseat to my patients that

In case you didn’t know it, newborn babies’ mouths are essentially sterile. No bacteria, no viruses, nothing.

carry children for years. It is extremely beneficial in alleviating

touched by someone who hasn’t washed their hands.

Administration (TGA) restricted the use of

The common cold is annoying to a baby

cough and cold medicines to treat young

is something that most parents find themselves doing.”

but usually clears up without any serious

children so they should not be given

complications. Breastfeeding offers

to children under 6 years of age unless

protection against the cold in the first

recommended by a Doctor or Pharmacist.

couple of months.

If your baby is suffering with a cold a

The Hipseat consists of a back-supporting belt with a padded foam ‘seat’ (positioned over one hip) which enables the child

gum disease can easily spread their germs to their offspring by the transfer of saliva. It’s

to sit and be carried in a natural and comfortable position.

as simple as a kiss on the mouth or the sharing of food, cups, spoons or toothbrushes.

The child’s weight is supported from underneath, unlike

Typical symptoms include a mild, persistent

So if you care about your baby’s teeth, it pays to keep your own mouth healthy so you

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Although mothers’ groups can generally be

some new women who I enjoyed chatting with,

found in almost every neighborhood, the

not just about baby stuff, but in general. I have

internet has provided another avenue to

made friends from the group and I know we will

connect mothers. Mothers are creating their

continue to remain friends long after the baby

Groups

own support groups online; on facebook, blogs

stage of our lives. The group has been invaluable

and open forums, as they turn to social media

for information sharing.”

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source of information for modern parents, and

Mother’s

for support. Mothers groups are cited as a key it can be particularly useful to connect and communicate with other first-time mothers.

Finding it hard to get out of the house with young children can leave a new mum (or even a second time mum) feeling isolated. Having the support available has helped countless mums

Christine York and her husband David moved

overcome the isolation and realise that they

to Townsville in 2008. With the arrival of their

are not the only one to experience a particular

first child Wil, they faced the new adventure

problem or issue. Angela agrees, “Some weeks,

of parenthood alone with no family support

meeting up with the group can honestly be the

in Townsville, so Christine turned to friends

only outing I have for that week and it can really

for support instead. “I met Angela at ante-

serve as a lifeline! It’s nice to have a supportive

natal aqua aerobics and we got talking about

group of women at times like this.”

mother’s groups and neither of us knew of any in Townsville or how to find out about any, so we decided to start our own.” Their small group has grown organically, with friends adding friends.

Christine reflects, “Wil is the best and most beautiful thing in my life and I can’t imagine ever loving anyone more than I love him. Having said that, it’s also challenging. Being a

Both Christine and Angela describe their

parent is hard and you have to essentially learn

experience as a positive one; with the group a

through experience despite all the resources

source of celebration and laughter, information

now available. That’s what makes mums groups

and guidance as a group of around twenty

so great, you can see that you’re not alone and

women came together under the shared auspice

get support from others who, whilst they may

of motherhood. Christine says “Its great support

not be going through the same thing, they

and fun to hang out with others who are at

can empathise because they have children of

the same stage as you as a parent. I have made

their own.” Angela agrees, “I can now empathise

some really great friends from the group. I think

with the figure of speech “I could just eat him

it’s been really great for the kids as well, even

up!” and although another true saying goes

though they’re only young I think they enjoy

it’s not all rainbows and unicorns, it’s almost

spending time with each other.” Angela agrees, “I

always fascinating. I’m blessed to experience

personally found the group a lovely way to meet

motherhood. I am thankful for it every day.”

Local Groups For new mums (or mums-to-be) looking to join a group, seeking advice or interested in upcoming events, check out the following online resources:

Connect to Mums

Social interaction is an important coping mechanism for mums after having a baby and the connections made with other mums during this time can be long-lasting.

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Playgroup Qld: Find a local playgroup near you at www.playgroupqld.com.au Connect2mums.com.au: Owned by two mums from Innisfail this website is a national forum for mums and the place to go for support if you’re a mumpreneur. BubHub: While there are a number of both private and organised mothers’ groups in the Townsville region, one of the easiest ways to get in touch with other mothers is through BubHub. By simply visiting the websites new mums can easily join a mother’s group or even set up their own www.bubhub.com.au/index.php

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Beauty

august 2013

10 Minute

Beauty

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Story thanks to Natalie Griffiths If you’re the kind of person who is intrigued by the idea of cosmetic procedures but you’re a bit squeamish about needles, then a 10 Minute Liquid Facelift at Beauty Blessings By Nicx might just be for you. We sent Nat along to give it a try.

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I must admit I was excited about having my first cosmetic procedure so after dropping the kids off at school I bounced into Beauty Blessings by Nicx around 9am. Nicole instantly put me at ease and made me feel a lot less nervous about the whole ‘facelift thing’ by patiently answering all my questions. And, there was a lot I wanted to know! For instance, would it hurt? Will I be all red and puffy afterwards? And, will I be able to make facial expressions?! Once all my fears had been put to rest Nicole guided me through to a lovely little room lit with a candle and soft soothing music playing. She began by cleansing my face to remove any residue to ensure there was no barrier before applying the products. Nicole explained the ingredients in the products to

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me and talked through the amazing cocktail of cosmetic secret weapons that were about

to be applied to my skin including: natural plant growth factors, anti-aging peptides, collagen, natural acids and anti-aging plant extracts. Apparently this treatment has an ongoing cumulative and cellular effect since the product ingredients naturally stimulate cellular action to help promote your collagen and elastin production that naturally deplete with age. The treatment itself involves Nicole mixing two solutions to activate the facelift serum, which she then applied to my neck and facial areas before placing goggles over my eyes and setting the Led light above my face for ten minutes. My Liquid Facelift was quick, easy and relaxing (surely better than surgical facelifts!) so how did my skin feel afterwards? Instantly

my skin felt slightly firm and tight and, thankfully, there was no redness, puffiness or swelling! Nicole then explained to me that I should avoid washing my face or applying make-up for 12 hours. I thought I could easily manage this; after all, it beats waking up in hospital and being wrapped in bandages for two weeks! I can now see why this anti-ageing nonsurgical alternative is taking beauty salons and spas by storm so I asked Nicole how soon I should come back (obviously I’m coming back!). Apparently most patients go for repeat treatments every 3 months and Nicole explained that everyone is different since genetics and environmental stressors both have an effect. So, if you want a ‘lift’ without the fuss, book in for a Liquid Facelift by calling Nicole at s By Nicx on 4755 1883. Beauty Blessingwww.pakmag.com.au 37

Home edition

Aug 2013

Get Sorted!

Storage Ideas by Amanda Cranston

All kids create mess so practical storage solutions are a must in any family household. And thankfully there are lots of ideas to suit any budget or theme. [1] Start with shelves – Bookshelves or the popular cubed box-type shelves are ideal to keep bedrooms tidy. Items can be placed directly on the shelves or, for a

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cleaner and tidier look, you can use matching baskets or coloured buckets on the shelves to keep toys in. [2] Storing Toys – Baskets come in all colours these days so it is easy to colour co-ordinate baskets for your child’s room. You can also spray-paint metal buckets (bought from a hardware store) in a colour you like and add labels to the front so your child knows what is inside. [3] Storing Books – There are so many different

bookshelves

ways to display your child’s book collection books besides bookshelves. Even an old doll’s house can be used as bookshelves, or an open suitcase, old pram or wagon with books standing up and spines facing out. [4] Storing Art Supplies & Nick Nacks – Smaller toys and art supplies can be stored in hanging plastic pockets, cane baskets, labelled jars and tins. Tins can be mounted and glued onto an mdf backing board and stuck on the wall or covered in pretty scrapbooking paper and labelled for pens, pencils, textas or paintbrushes. Glass jars can be jazzed up by painting lids with bright colours and printing matching labels. [5] Kid’s Artwork – Kids generate so much colourful artwork that you may as well use them for decoration. They look great mounted in cheap frames. Another option is to create an art board on their bedroom wall with a large piece of mdf painted in a block colour so you can regularly change the artwork on display. Alternatively you can hang string along one wall in the

decorated boxes

bedroom and hang artwork from pegs. It’s also a great

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Baby Bridges is an early intervention program designed to support parents of a child with a disability. Becoming a parent is life changing and it can

0 and 5. It is a combination play group/parent

Baby Bridges was developed by Geraldine

be overwhelming, even at the best of times. For

support group that gives support to both parents

McKinnon, a warm and generous woman who

parents who welcome into their lives a child

and children over six fortnightly sessions.

had been working in the disability industry in

with a disability, the journey into parenthood is marked with a totally unique, and often unexpected, array of emotions, questions, and life adjustments.

cared for by skilled disability support workers that are experienced in the care of young

sports match one day when she noticed a young mother working hard to manage an unsettled child. She offered to help the mum and was soon engaged in a personal conversation during which

children. They are supported to participate

birth of their baby marks the beginning of a long

in a therapeutic play environment with

journey of specialist appointments, doctor’s

individualised activities prescribed by a Speech

office visits, therapy appointments, and waiting

Language Pathologist, Occupational Therapist,

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relating to diagnoses, funding packages, and

the program to give guidance to the support

available services. Alternatively, parents of a child

workers and to meet individually with each

with a disability may feel like they don’t know

child’s parents.

Baby Bridges is now run in 10 different

While the children are engaged in their

locations across Queensland, and is offered

who to ask or where to turn for information.

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Some families fall into a “grey area” during the early years of their child’s development where, although there may be questions around a child’s development, their child’s condition is not easily definable or diagnosable in the early years.

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Brisbane for many years. Geraldine was at a local

For many parents of a child with a disability the

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The program is unique in that it includes a

therapeutic play activities, their parents meet in an adjoining room for a chance to relax, talk with other parents in similar situations, and listen to guest speakers from relevant local services. Baby Bridges provides parents with the opportunity

Baby Bridges is a unique early intervention

to ask questions, get information, and receive

program specifically designed to support parents

support in a comfortable and safe environment.

of a child with a disability, between the ages of

the mum shared that her child had a disability. After hearing the mum describe her confusion over not knowing where to turn or where to get support and information, Geraldine created the idea for the first Baby Bridges program.

in Townsville through Centacare. The program runs for six fortnightly sessions during school term time. If you would like more information about the Baby Bridges program in Townsville, you can check out the Baby Bridges website (www.babybridges.com.au) or ring Centacare on 4772 9000. www.pakmag.com.au

Mem Fox: Passing on values

Theo Mem reading to grandson

by Amanda Cranston

Best selling children’s author Mem Fox is passionate about literacy and encouraging parents to read with their children. She also hopes her books help teach children some important messages. Australian author Mem Fox has won many

One of her earlier books Whoever You Are tackles

Mem says growing up immersed in two different

awards for her much loved stories such as

the subjects of war and racism and teaches

cultures made it easy to accept diversity and

Possum Magic, Where’s the Green Sheep, Ten

children that no matter where you were born, the

not see people as any different from each other.

Little Fingers and many more best selling

colour of your skin or the language you speak,

“I get so upset that today in our multicultural

children’s books. Behind her colourful and

we are all the same.

society people still look at others and only see

delightful stories is a woman with some strong philosophies and convictions about the world we live in. Mem claims to have been born a pacifist and, perhaps as a consequence of her experiences growing up on a mission in Africa, she is vocal about the terrible effects of war and racial intolerance on children.

Although prompted by a news story about two schoolmates-turned-enemies during the Bosnian War, Mem says it was always a story just waiting for her to write after witnessing prejudice during her childhood. She explains that up until the age of six she went to an all-black school in Rhodesia at a time when white children were not allowed

differences like age, race and gender, when in reality we are all the same inside with the same hopes and fears,” she says. “When I wrote Whoever You Are, my goal was to write about the similarities between the peoples of the world rather than the differences. I think it is important to teach children these values from a young age when they have not yet learned to be

When I caught up with Mem she explained that it

to attend school with black children. When the

is hard to write a story without passing on a value

authorities discovered there was a ‘white girl’

of some sort, but even then they must appear

at the school she was pulled out to attend an

Mem says she often reflects on how fortunate

with the utmost subtlety in the story otherwise

all-white school. “All my friends were black, I

she is that so many of her books are loved by

kids can spot them a mile away and they don’t

spoke with an African accent and I didn’t see us

children all over the world but finds it hard to

like to be preached to. She explains that Possum

being different in any way,” she says. “Those first

pick her favourite. “I love all the books I have

Magic, her very first book, was about resilience as

few months at the new school were really hard

written for different reasons so it is hard to

well as acceptance of Australia’s heritage, but to

because I didn’t understand why I couldn’t go to

choose a favourite. Besides, if I mention only one

kids it is just a wonderful story which takes them

the same school as my friends.”

book then all the others will get upset!”

judgemental of others.”

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