PakMag Cairns - December 2012

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Cairns

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ISSUE 66

magazine of choice for local families

Christmas edition

Homemade Decorations

Stylish Bubs

Check out the latest fashion

Good Job!

Kids

MINI MAG Inside

Out &

About December events and activities

Young

Entrepreneurs

Cover photo courtesy of Blueclick Photography

How to praise your kids effectively

win a Cubby House for Christmas!

See page 18 for details.

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Contents

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Hello and welcome to our 2012 Christmas edition. I love Christmas and as my boys are getting a bit bigger it’s going to be so cute watching them get all excited to see Santa. Every year I aspire to be one of those superorganised mums who bakes homemade gifts and sends out a nice family newsletter but no doubt it’ll be a last minute rush on Christmas Eve again!

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parents 02 What’s new 05 Show & tell

We hope to see you at our Crazy Christmas PakClub this month, and don’t forget to shop local and you could WIN a cubby house this month too (see pg18).

09 Real Lives: A big heart

Thank you to all our readers, advertisers, the PakMag team and my family for all your support this year. 2013 is going to be a cracker!

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Merry Christmas everyone and don’t forget to tell everyone, you read it in PakMag!

Bree pakmag

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Good Job: Praising kids

31 Mount Sheridan Plaza MiniMag

babies

13 MacDonnells Law Young Entrepreneurs

17 Family Values 19

High School

21 Women & Finance

41 Baby News: Too Much Milk!

things to win

23 PakHealth 24 Family Nutrition 27

PakFood

02 WIN tickets to ‘Wreck-It-Ralph’ 27

WIN a mystery prize

29 What’s On

32 WIN tickets to ‘Wreck-It-Ralph’

31 Mount Sheridan Plaza Mini Mag

33 Four $20 vouchers to WIN

39 Tackling Teens / Modern Parenting

62 WIN a bag of Hill’s Pet Food

41 PakBaby 45 Wardrobe Wake Up

Publisher: Bree James Editor: Elaine Seager What’s On/MiniMag: Janelle May Sales & Biz Development: Angelina Mortley Design & Layout: Trina Jensen Articles: Elaine Seager, Amanda Cranston & submitted writers

47 Home Heroes

Phone: 4034 3331 Fax: 4034 3342 Email: info@pakmag.com.au Address: Level 2, 68 Abbott Street Virginia House, Cairns QLD 4870 Postal: PO Box 7433, Cairns QLD 4870

57 Travel with Kids

Disclaimer: No part of this magazine, including the advertisements within it may be reproduced, in part or in whole without the expressed permission of the editor. Whilst the greatest of care is taken to ensure that the information in the magazine is correct at the time of going to press, readers are advised to check details before visiting. The publishers cannot accept responsibility for errors, inaccuracies or omissions. The expressions expressed within PakMag are not necessarily the views of the publishers, but those of individual writers.

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49 Lil Scribblers 50 Green Island

Model: Rocco Farquharson

53 Homemade Decorations

Photography: by Veronica at Blueclick photography

54 Winter Wonderland 59 Cairns Veterinary Clinic 60 Out & About 62 Fav Pets / Competition Winners 64 5 Minutes with Santa

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IN C IN E MAS 2

6 DEC

inBRIEF

carols by Candlelight

Christmas Art

December what’s New

17-21 December The Gallery’s popular art workshops for

• Gordonvale Community Hub

kids are being rolled out into other areas.

(17-21 Dec, 10.30am-12.30pm). Cost: $15

During the December school holidays

• Kuranda CWA Hall

there will be specialised classes for 5-12

(19 Dec, 10am-noon). Cost: $15

year olds as follows: • Gallery (17-21 Dec, 10am-noon & 1-3pm). Cost: $18

Bookings are essential. For more info contact Carly on 4046 4800 or email programs@cairnsregionalgallery.com.au

Get yourselves into the Christmas spirit this month by joining in with some community carol singing around the region: • Cairns Carols by Candlelight

Thanks to the TNQ EVENTS Calendar.

(9 Dec 6.30-9pm) - Arrive early at Fogarty

The new 2013 calendars are now available

Park Soundshell to grab your seat.

for $22.99 in newsagents, IGAs and

• Carols at the Knob (2 Dec 5-8 pm)

School Holiday Activities

A fun family outing with help from local entertainers including the Cairns Ukulele

independent post offices and is packed full of family fun for the year. For more info go to www.tnqevents.com.au

Band and Yorkeys Knob School Choir.

PakClub 2 December (5pm-7pm) Come along and get all Christmassy with us on 2 Dec (5pm-7pm) at Cazaly’s at our Crazy Christmas Party.

It’s our last PakClub of 2012 and we’re ready to give lots of presents away so come dressed in your best Christmas gear, meet Santa and join in the Christmas craft activities, games and face painting. (See page 38 for more information)

For your chance to WIN a

• Edmonton Carols (12 Dec)

• The Young Company are running

• Cairns Esplanade will be running

two drama programs before Christmas:

Little Lifesavers in the Lagoon, Kids

[1] Realms of Fantasy 11-15 Dec and

Zumba, Active Kids and Kids Bouldering

• Innisfail Carols (14 Dec)

[2] Glee Christmas 18-21 Dec. Cost: $200

during 17-21 Dec. For more info go to

Santa will be there after 7pm with lollies

to $245. Call Mike or Lee on 4041 4066.

www.cairnsesplanade.com.au

• Craft n Sewing Studio on Pease St

• Wonky Duck will be helping kids

people the Tablelands celebrates its

will be running Christmas craft activities

decorate Christmas baubles on Thursdays

Carols with a showcase of school choirs,

from beginning December. Cost: From

(9am-12 noon). Cost: $5. Call Abbie on

performers, bands, dance groups and a

$12. Call Glenette on 4053 4421.

0400 782 304.

Nativity dramatisation. Santa will also

• PCYC Vacation Care Programs all start 2 January.

• Lulu’s modeling and self-improvement

• Lil Scribblers will be running

be there.

Cost: $35-45 per day.

workshops run from 17 Dec. Call

Christmas Art Jams. Cost: From $15. For

• Mission Beach (3 Dec) - Held on the

• Nexus Combined Martial Arts day camps start

4041 5966 for more information or go to

more information call 4033 0685 or go to

From Walt Disney Animation Studios and Emmy®-

grassy area outside Mission Beach Resort

7 Jan (9am-3pm). Cost: $60/day. Call 4038 3348.

www.lulusmodels.com.au

www.lilscrobblers.com.au

winning director Rich Moore comes “Wreck-It Ralph,”

A lovely evening at Ravizza Park

• Atherton (8 Dec) - Attracting 1500

NEW Wreck-It Ralph

WIN

2013 TNQ Events Calendar go to www.pakmag.com.au

BOOK Early!

• The next Gracie Bullyproof Camp at Brad Hope Martial Arts will be 14-18 January (9am-12pm).

Cost: $275. Discounts apply for more than one child from same family. Call 4057 7869.

a hilarious, arcade-game-hopping adventure. For

Twilight Sliding

decades, Ralph (voice of John C. Reilly) has been overshadowed by Fix-It Felix, Jr. (voice of Jack McBrayer), the good-guy star of their game who always gets to save the day.

Sugarworld continues its Friday Night twilight sliding from 4 till 8pm up until 14 December. Check their website for prices www.sugarworld.com.au

Tired of playing the role of a bad guy, Ralph takes matters into his own massive hands and sets off on a journey across the arcade through multiple

Chopper Rides Fancy a little treat for the kids these holidays? GBR Helicopters are offering short five minute trips between the airport and the Marina for only $49 per person. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Call 4081 8888 for more info or go to www.gbrhelicopters.com.au

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generations of video games to prove he can be a hero.

Colour-In and you could WIN a double

WIN

pass to see Wreck-It Ralph thanks to Event Cinemas. See page 28 for details.

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Show &Tell

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The latest news, products and tips in the world of families and kids Get to know...

Young Children [1] Little Elephants (Grahame Base) [2] Christmas Wombat (Jackie French/Bruce Whatley) [3] The Man from the Land of Fandango

(Margret Mahy/Polly Dunbar)

[4] The House that Wonky Built (Craig Smith) [5] Kids Garden Adventure Kit (Don Burke)

As the Cairns Volunteer Co-ordinator for The Pyjama Foundation, Joeleen Bettini places volunteer readers, called Pyjama Angels, with children in foster care in a bid to inspire a love of learning and improve literacy and numeracy. She is also mum to Darcy (21 months) and Grace (seven weeks).

[1] What did you want to be when

first placement lasted about a year and a

you grew up? I toyed with the idea

half and, hands down, it has been one of

of becoming a spy but ended up in

the best experiences of my life.

journalism.

handbag? Haha, there are things in there

bedroom wall as a kid? It varied from

even I can’t identify, everything from my

New Kids on the Block to Johnny Depp and

iPad to disposable bibs (and sometimes

Brad Pitt when they were both super young

week-old bananas).

and spunky.

[1] The Third Wheel - bk7 in the Wimpy Kids

(Jeff Kinney)

advice you’ve been given? Never say

the PJ Foundation? I heard about the

never. And it couldn’t be more true – I’ve

great work of The Pyjama Foundation

done just about everything I said I wouldn’t

through a news story a few years ago

but I live in the vain hope that no-one

and immediately signed up to become a

will remember my overly ambitious pre-

[4] The Third Door in The Three Doors #3

volunteer. Volunteers give up one hour a

mummy rants.

For more info about the Pyjama Foundation

[5] The Hunters Brotherband 3 (John Flanagan)

with a child in foster or kinship care. My www.pakmag.com.au

[5] What’s the best piece of parenting

Older Kids

[3] How did you get involved with

week to read and play educational games

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[4] What’s the strangest thing in your

[2] Whose pictures did you put on your

[2] Under Wildwood (Colin Moley) [3] Finale (Becca Fitzpatrick)

(Emily Rodda)

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Show &Tell

kids on Cove

Got something to share or shout about?

Email us at elaine@pakmag.com.au

Naturally

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Kids Fashion Boutique

Phyllis Smith and her family have recently moved up from Melbourne and opened a beautiful children’s clothing boutique in Palm Cove. So if you’re looking for a special Christmas outfit for kids aged 0-7 years pop along and have a look at the gorgeous range of top end brands at

affordable prices including fashionable swimwear. Open seven days. Call 0428 734 545 for info.

Lil Scribblers

Located in the Kuranda Original Markets, this new shop sells Steiner inspired toys, craft supplies and gifts that are handmade, locally made or

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fair trade. They will be running school holiday

It seems that Cairns kids can’t get enough of art activities and in response to this demand

workshops 11-13 & 18-20 December. Cost: $12-15.

Taryn Pratley has opened a fantastic new purpose built art studio on Mulgrave Road. She is

For more information go to www.facebook.com/

calling her classes for kids ‘Art Jams’, they are designed to be great fun, educational and very

naturallygiftedkuranda or visit their website at

messy sessions that allow your kids to express themselves without the mess at home. They

www.naturallgiftedkuranda.com.au

also host birthday parties. Call 0400 646 327 for more information.

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Lives

Cairns

Real

people Story thanks to Amanda Cranston

a Big

Heart

F

ounder and president of the Friends of

the family every day starting at 5am. “I wasn’t

Himalayan Children Foundation, Som

allowed to use the same toilet as them, I had to

Tamang started his organisation as a

eat different food and I slept under the bed or a

way to ensure a better future for the children

ladder,” he remembers. “Whenever I asked about

who live in the Nepalese village where he grew

school they would lie and eventually I realised I

up. “It’s a humanitarian organisation and our

was being abused as a child labourer.”

goal is to stop child labour and trafficking, make education compulsory for all children and provide equal opportunities for all kids” Som explains.

Imagine not being able to go to school and get an education and instead being lured by the promise of a better life only to be tricked into working as a child labourer far away from your family. This is the story of Som Tamang who was born in Nepal but now lives in Cairns.

where he says he was shocked to discover how different life was. “We are so spoilt here in

small village with no electricity. He attended

Australia. In Nepal it requires collecting wood

school from the age of six but a lack of money

and starting a fire just to make a cup of tea,”

restricted him from continuing his education

he says.

beyond grade four or five. “My father’s generation never went to school, schools didn’t exist back then. They never learned to read or write and they still can’t. Knowledge was just passed down from one generation to the next,” he says. Instead of being in school his family were all expected to work on the farm. Then one day a man in the village told him he could get him work with a rich family in Kathmandu who would send him to school. “He told me I wasn’t to tell my parents or it wouldn’t happen so I secretly packed my bags and off I went.”

soon discovered that instead of being sent to school he was expected to cook and clean for

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tourists. This led to him travelling to Australia

Som grew up in a family of eight children in a

Som found himself living with a large family and

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Later, at the age of 15, Som returned to Kathmandu to learn English and work with

Som met his wife Susan in Australia and they started up the Foundation. So far they’ve been able to provide extra classrooms, amenities and teachers. Previously they had also set-up a 17-bedroom hostel to provide accommodation near the school for students. Som makes the trip back to Nepal every year with his family and says it is always a huge culture shock but since becoming a father he has been spurred on to make a difference to these children back in Nepal “because every children deserves an education.”

For anyone wanting to learn more about the Friends of Himalayan Foundation contact www.f-hc.org or email info@f-hc.org www.pakmag.com.au

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praise, such as “well done”, “you’re so smart” and “great win” may actually be doing more damage than good to a child’s self-confidence, resilience and independence

better than last week and I noticed that you worked on your spelling every day”, is more likely to make them pay attention and try harder.

Researchers have discovered three important results of the increased praise movement:

[2] Give descriptive praise

[1] When children were praised for being intelligent or smart they were more likely to blame poor performance on a lack of ability and gave up sooner. However, children who were praised for their effort performed roughly 25% better on a set of problems as they persisted longer and enjoyed the challenge more.

(1) Dweck and Mueller [2] Evaluative praise makes the child dependent on the approval of others rather than increasing their independence. “You are so generous” makes the child dependent on the judgement of the person who praised. (2) Joan LeFebvre Uni. Of Wisconsin [3] “Over-focus on self-esteem over the last 30 years has produced more young people who are low in empathy and high in narcissism” (3) Professor McGarth, RMIT

Awesome Try

So where does this now leave us as parents?

This research may leave some parents feeling lost after thinking they were doing the right thing for their children. However, this research has now given us some useful insights into how to do even better as parents.

Great Effort Well Done!

Good Job

The process of praising children effectively has a lot more nuances to it than you may realise, writes Jutta Dempsey Over the last few decades there has been a movement in parenting towards giving our children increased praise in order to protect and build their self-esteem. However, how we praise our children has recently been put under scrutiny

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with different researchers and experts finding that indiscriminate praising may make our children more dependent, egocentric and selfabsorbed as well as making them more prone to bullying behaviour.

There is no doubt that praise from parents, the most important people in their lives, is crucial to all aspects of a child’s development, from academic and sporting achievements to social and emotional functioning. However, some

Instead of evaluating what they’ve done, tell them what you’ve observed them do so they can recognise the truth and credit themselves.

For example, “when you saw Sue forgot her hat and you played with her under the shelter so she wasn’t alone I could see she was much happier.” This comment helps your child see how their actions have had a positive effect.

The key question to ask yourself here is: does my praise make my children more dependent upon me and my approval or do I help them see a clear picture of their strengths, abilities and accomplishments?

[3] Be Sincere Children are experts at reading body language and tone of voice. They know whether you’re being sincere or not so when you’re genuinely pleased with their behaviour allow your child to see it. Give them a hug or a smile.

[4] Role Model

Here are some tips to start using in the way you praise your children:

Whatever skills, attitudes and behaviours you want to see in your children, must be role modelled at home. Giving yourself a break when something does not go perfectly and articulating that “its okay that I make mistakes because I learn so much from them” heightens children’s risk-taking and persistence.

[1] Provide specific feedback

[5] Ask Questions

Children will see general comments like “you’re so smart” as something they can’t change so they are less likely to make an effort to get better. Making specific comments about something they’ve done well is more effective.

For example, saying something like “you did

Show an interest in what your children are working on and foster discussions and an evaluation of what they have done. For example, “you’ve worked on that project all afternoon – can you tell me about it?”

great advice Whilst parents may need to develop and adapt the way they praise their children as a result of this recent research, there will still never be any evidence to support being negative and critical. Comments such as “you’re so stupid” go right to the core of who a child is and lasts for a lifetime. It has been said that it takes six positive statements to undo one negative one but labels like “stupid” just stick forever. www.pakmag.com.au

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Separated Parents

By Catherine Ross Senior Associate at MacDonnells Law

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hristmas should be a happy time -

[2] Make your plans together from the

spending time with family and friends,

perspective of the children. How will the

exchanging gifts, eating lots of yummy

day run for them?

food, having fun, but when you are separated with children it can be a stressful and even a sad time of year. Some parents may not get to see their children at all, or for only part of the day.

Children from separated families often find Christmas less than happy. Apart from feeling sad that their parents are no longer together, and that they don’t get to spend the whole day with ALL of their family together, they are also the

For children from separated families Christmas can be stressful but there are ways to minimise their anxiety to ensure a smooth Christmas for everyone

seek help though mediation with a dispute

resolution provider.

[4] Start your own family Christmas traditions

that complement rather than clash with the

other parent. For example, rather than a

heavy sit-down meal, why not go for a picnic

on the beach with the children instead.

[5] Christmas is not just one day so why not

often means travelling between homes, leaving

make Christmas Eve or Boxing Day your

one parent behind, being fed double the amount

special time with the children? You

of yummy food and getting spoilt with toys by

could even make Christmas in July your main

parents trying to upstage the other. They may

celebration of the year and completely avoid

also feel anxious about the potential for conflict

any potential conflict.

at handover time.

Here are a few tips to help make Christmas go smoother: [1] Communicate with your ex-partner about

when you would each like to have the

children, what activities you are planning

with them, and what gifts you are planning.

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ones who are caught in the middle. Christmas

Arrange to do this at a mutually convenient

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[3] If you can’t agree about the day’s events,

time away from the children.

[6] If you are not fortunate enough to spend

time with your family at Christmas, surround

yourself with friends and make sure you have

alternate plans in place.

Merry Christmas from the team at MacDonnells Law

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Yo u ng

Entrepreneurs They say entrepreneurs are born not

made and this month we’ve spoken to some inspiring young people already making a mark in their chosen fields.

With a knack for thinking outside the square, all three have a genuine love for what they do and are clearly happy

Darby Nolan

Award winning cake creator & Decorator

audience. “I’d like to have business cards so

his niche. Currently in Year 7 at Woree State

people can just call up and ask for a cake,

School this talented 13 year old is steadily

and I’d like to be well known in Cairns,” he

making a name for himself as a cake

says.

In his spare time Darby also enjoys

With a passion for anything to do with

painting and drawing which he says helps

arts and crafts, Darby first discovered his

with the artistic creations of his cakes. And

flair for cooking when he began baking at

after recently winning the 2012 junior

the age of eight. “I started baking biscuits

novelty cake competition and the junior

for fun, and from there I started doing

biscuit competition at The Cairns Show he

cupcakes and cakes as well,” he says. “I

certainly has a bright future ahead of him.

made cakes for a few relatives and friends

“I’d like to pursue cooking as a career and

who suggested I start selling them.”

possibly open up a cake shop, but nothing

Now taking orders from people outside

is set in stone,” he says.

his immediate circle, Darby continues to

To place an order or view Darby’s designs,

source new business through word of

please call 0428 105 030.

At the tender age of eight, Renee is

came from her father. “He has a sewing

Not many 16 year olds can boast their own

accolades. “I entered the APEX teenage

already showing the entrepreneurial spirit

machine too. He designs motor bike

successful fashion label and a share in a

fashion awards this year which lead to me

of someone far beyond her years. Armed

clothing for people who race bikes,” she

boutique, but Michaela is young woman

travelling to Melbourne for National finals,’

with a sewing machine and a tonne of

says. Now operating under her own label

taking it all in her stride. As co-founder and

she says. “It was a fantastic experience and

creative energy, this Mother of Good

‘InStitches’, her next step is to test her

partner of Sugar Boutique at The Pier, this

opportunity.” She was also recently invited

Counsel student is on the verge of turning

merchandise at the markets. “I am also

Year 11 St Monica’s student has an exciting

to showcase her work at The Mercedes

her hobby into a profitable business.

making purses with zippers and a sheet

career firmly underway.

Benz Fashion Passport alongside some big

After getting her first sewing machine

new biz ‘InStitches’

of eight children, Darby is certainly finding

mouth. Surprised by the initial response,

By Kate van Eck

Creative genius behind

he now hopes to reach an even wider

decorator.

to be in charge of their own destiny.

Renee McKay

While it’s not easy standing out in a family

less than two years ago, Renee has

with pockets on,” Renee says. “And, when I

Michaela’s talent was first recognised by

get better I want to start making clothes.”

Michaela Brooke

name designers in the industry.

her mum after discovering some of her

After recently completing a course in

sketches. “Mum saw my drawings and

make-up, Michaela is determined to equip

was quite impressed,” Michaela says. “She

herself for a career in fashion. “My ambition

thought it would be best to learn how to

is to have a one-stop-shop where I design

sew to make my designs more realistic.”

and construct an outfit for clients and

This lead to Michaela meeting her mentor

then do their hair and make up.” She is also

Sajeela Jamie who taught her the art of

quick to add. “Juggling everything can be

sewing before becoming her partner in

quite difficult at times but my family is

Sugar Boutique.

around me all the time for support.”

already become known for her

While she loves spending time on her

individualized pillows. “I made my

sewing machine, Renee says another

friend a really nice one and then all the

perk of the job is shopping for fabric and

kids started to ask me for pillows with

accessories with her mum. And despite

their names on,” Renee says. “I got a bit

the demand for her products, Renee

stressed out and had to say no but kids

hasn’t lost sight of her initial motivation. “I

kept asking me. Now I even have an order

like making pillows as a birthday present

from my teacher.”

for my friends,” she says.

While she’s always had a creative flair,

To find out more about ‘InStitches’, call

As well as generating orders for formal

For more information, visit Michaela

Renee says her inspiration for sewing

Renee’s mum Josie on 0404 173 647.

dresses and race wear, Michaela’s

Brooke Designs on Facebook.

co-creator of fashion house ‘sugar boutique’

designs have also received a number of

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Values O

ur children are increasingly influenced by the values that they see in the media and while many programs are

entertaining and informative, a growing number reflect disrespectful, antisocial and aggressive behaviour that is at odds with the values that

family

Values

With children increasingly

many families hold dear.

Despite this bombardment from outside influences parents remain surprisingly influential.

Research has found that the values and beliefs

dimensions of raising a moral, prosocial child.

What you do carries far more weight than what you say. To influence your child in this way you must have a regular, active and continuing presence in your child’s life.

[3] Respect for Authority and Compliance with Rules

that teens hold on such major issues as morality

Character traits based on respect for authority

and politics tend to be similar to those of their

and social rules, such as honesty, cooperation,

parents. In addition, adolescents whose parents

responsibility, and self-reliance, are learned

model appropriate behaviour have better skills

first within the family sphere. They are learned

and attitudes regarding academic achievement,

through consistency of rules, discipline,

employment, health habits, individuality,

acceptance and love.

relationships, communication, coping, and conflict resolution.

When families are unstable or in conflict and when parents are absent, emotionally distant,

Instilling conventional family values improves a

or preoccupied, the learning of moral values by

movies and the internet,

child’s chances in the future, like a psychological

children is greatly hindered. Statistics show that

vaccination that inoculates them for resilience.

juvenile delinquency has increased nearly 600%

important now than ever, writes psychologist Jutta Dempsey

What are Family Values?

in the past three decades, and teen suicide has tripled.

Traditional family values are usually passed on

Good quality time spent with your children is

from one generation to the next, giving children

arguably the central ingredient of a good family.

the structure and boundaries in which to

There is a strong correlation between the amount

function and thrive.

of time parents spend with their children, and

They can range from the commonplace, such as the belief in hard work, punctuality, cleanliness,

the adult character of those children when they grow up.

accuracy and truthfulness to the more

In order to cement positive family values in your

psychological, such as self-reliance, responsibility,

children parents must consciously spend more

generosity, trustworthiness, loyalty and concern

time with them. There are many ways you can do

for others.

this including having regular weekend recreation

Children learn family values through three key processes: [1] Emotional Attachments Children are influenced most by the people who are most meaningful to them. If a child does not have a strong emotional attachment to a parent, the effectiveness of the parent as a teacher and moral guide is greatly diminished. www.pakmag.com.au

Modelling is one of the most fundamental

influenced by television, family values are more

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[2] Teaching Prosocial Behaviour

time together as a family, getting involved in sports or hobbies together, reading together or playing games instead of watching TV, family holidays etc.

Fundamentally, the more time we spend with our children the greater the chance of us being proud of the people they turn in to.

Jutta Dempsey is the principal psychologist at Directions Learning & Behaviour Guidance www.pakmag.com.au

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Getting

Prepared

High School A

uthor of Surviving High School and the

[7] Set up a designated study space in the home

bestselling Teen Talk series of books,

with the appropriate equipment so your child

as well as being a parenting expert

has their own space to complete homework.

on radio and television and the mother of two

It should have a desk and computer and

teens, Sharon Witt says that many kids fear the

unknown and this is what often causes their anxiety about starting high school. “Any new experience that is unknown can be nerve-racking and for many kids it can be overwhelming.” She explains that the most common fears kids have in regards to starting high school revolve around making new friends, having new teachers,

Starting high school can be an incredibly stressful time for many kids but it doesn’t have to be. With a little preparation and planning it can be an exciting new start, writes Amanda Cranston.

one week before starting high school so

your child gets back into a routine.

[9] Reassure your child that they will be fine and

that you are there to help them settle in.

[10] Involve your child in the preparation from

lost and getting picked on or bullied. “It can be

shopping for uniforms and stationery

quite daunting but with plenty of preparation

through to setting up their new study area.

and a positive attitude they can make a smooth transition.”

Sharon says its important for parents to always

Sharon has the following tips to help prepare

experiences when discussing it with their child

your child for a smooth transition to high

and they should encourage their child to not

school:

put too much pressure on themselves. “It usually

[1] Attend orientation days and parent

information evenings.

speak positively about their own high school

takes a few weeks to understand new routines and timetables, but the first day of high school only happens once and will go quicker than you

[2] Go to second hand book sales for text books.

can blink,” she says. Sharon also points out that in

[3] Shop around for good stationery deals.

often tired and exhausted and prone to having

for high school well before school starts.

[5] Practice using public transport if your child is

using it for the first time.

[6] Set up a high school folder as a parent

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[8] Encourage healthy sleeping habits at least

learning new subjects and timetables, getting

[4] Ensure your child has everything they need

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preferably not be in the bedroom.

containing important school dates, rosters

and school information.

the first few months of high school students are emotional meltdowns. “This is quite normal in the early weeks of high school and while your child may not be able to verbalise how overwhelmed they feel, it is important to reassure them they are doing well.” And in no time at all they will find their niche.

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struggling to meet the costs of Christmas.

One way to avoid this is to get a Queensland Country Christmas Saver Account. Even if you only pay in $25 a week you’ll have a cash injection of $1300 when Christmas comes around next year. If you’ve already got Christmas covered, you could still use the money to treat yourself to a few nights away with your friends and family over the holiday period or spend up big in the Boxing Day Sales.

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Christmas Savings

by Fiona Thorogood

You may think that your money is nobody else’s business but the truth is, children and especially teenagers, form their own attitudes and habits towards money from their parents. So, if you want your children to be money smart, start learning about money and being a good role model.

Many financial institutions are now providing school and community-based programs aimed at helping kids develop key money skills. Research group Canstar recently named the Commonwealth Bank as the winner of its Youth Banking and Education Award for the second year running for its commitment to youth banking and education.

One of the best places to start teaching your children about money is to show them the value of regular saving. Opening a savings account for your child provides

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them how interest can work in their favour.

Secondary school children may need a transaction account, especially if they’ve got a part-time job, as well as a savings account. Primary school aged children will

h credit card debts Starting the New Year wit l for a lot of families to pay off can be stressfu ease the financial so here are some ways to you can start 2013 burden of Christmas so e: feeling happy and positiv for buying gifts and • Set yourself a budget at home so you’re not leave your credit card ing. You could also tempted into overspend ily members about only talk to your other fam n or buying gifts under buying for the childre a set figure. s early so there’s less • Start shopping for gift minute Christmas Eve pressure on those last what you want to shopping sprees. Decide you go. buy each person before

likely only need a savings account so look

• Shop online

for one that doesn’t charge fees and offers

tribute something • Ask your guests to con meals rather than towards the Christmas doing it all yourself. their own wrapping • Get your kids to make paper, cards and gifts.

a decent rate of interest. The key is to get children thinking about their money, and how they put it to work to their advantage.

For more information the government website www.moneysmart.gov.au has a ‘Teaching your kids about Money’ section

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Doctor pak

Recovering

Clean Hands

from a Hangover

The campaign to raise awareness of the growing resistance to antibiotics is heating up with regional experts saying greater awareness of basic hand hygiene amongst healthcare workers and the public could have a dramatic impact on preventable infections and reduce overuse of current antibiotics.

By Dr Julia Driscoll Sometimes despite our best efforts to avoid one, we wake up the next morning after a Christmas party with a hangover. Here are some ways to minimise the affects:

“Everyday we see more and more bugs

Overuse of antibiotics has led to a

• Drink water – dehydration is what causes

developing resistance to the antibiotics

worldwide escalation of drug-resistant

the headache.

we use. Our doctors are running out of

microorganisms. Reliance on “broad

drugs to treat patients. Yet something

spectrum antimicrobials” - more complex

as simple as washing hands can stop us

antibiotics - is increasing, as the standard

getting infections in the first place, and

drugs that form the cornerstone of modern

help preserve the working drugs we

medicine become ineffective.

have. We need to get this message out to the public and make sure standards are being implemented in hospitals, clinics and homes across the country,” says Claire Boardman, Immediate Past President of ACIPC.

The World Health Organisation has warned that many infectious diseases risk becoming uncontrollable. They have also reiterated the importance of hand hygiene in reducing the transmission of infections.

• Have a light breakfast – this will lessen nausea and raise your blood glucose level to lessen fatigue.

• Avoid caffeine – it causes irritation to the stomach and worsens dehydration. Tea is preferable to coffee but green tea is best.

• Avoid taking paracetamol unless you have a headache that really warrants it because it has to be metabolised by your already over-worked liver.

Alternatively you can take two aspirin or some other non-steroidal anti-inflammatory like Nurofen but

Standing Time mulating up to eight Children and adolescents are accu rding to new hours of sitting on a daily basis, acco active 2012 conference research presented at the recent ia usage in the home was in Sydney. Limiting electronic med bat this trend since children suggested as a key strategy to com increases their elevated having a television in the bedroom times. three st cardiometabolic risk by almo

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activity is well established and Family influence regarding physical importance of fathers as cular emerging evidence shows the parti ing healthy habits teach in role models. Schools also play a part be ren may too sedentary but concerns were raised that child indicated that teachers during school time. However, findings approaches including the and principals were willing to try new swiss balls in classrooms. incorporation of standing desks and

these must be taken with food.

• Try some light exercise to increase your metabolism and the rate at which the toxins are excreted from your body Another remedy that hasn’t been formally researched but is anecdotally well reported includes taking a B complex vitamin and vitamin C. It is supposed to restore the balance of vitamins that tend to be needed for alcohol metabolism.

Dr Julia Driscoll is a doctor at Apple Tree Medical Centre in Smithfield, Cairns. She is also the author of “My Story”, an interactive children’s book to reduce sibling rivalry. For more information go to www.juliaschildrensbooks.com

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By Ally Crofton, APD

Product news

avoiding Allergies in Babies With the latest recommendations always

not suitable for children who have already

changing, the topic of what to feed infants

developed a cow’s milk allergy.

can be quite confusing and this is especially so when allergies are present. Some of the key points from the most recently published summary of evidence-based information from the Australasian Society of Clinical Immunology and Allergy (ASCIA) (2010) were:

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first six months, and can continue for as

introduction of solids beyond six months

long as mother and infant wish to continue

reduces the risk of allergy

• Breastfeeding during the period that foods

• There is insufficient evidence to support

are first introduced may help prevent the

previous advice to delay the introduction

development of allergy to those foods

of or avoid allergenic foods (such as egg,

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This new product is predominantly made up of

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Natvia natural sweetener and cocoa, and as such is

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sugar free and contains considerably less kilojoules

siblings who already have allergies to

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these foods

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sweetener and is free of gluten, wheat, nuts, and

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after dinner treat. It’s also available in banana and

three days

strawberry flavours.

• Exclusion of allergenic foods from the mother’s diet whilst breastfeeding has not been shown to prevent allergies

disease in parents or siblings) may use a standard cow’s milk formula for complementary feeding before solids are started • High-risk infants (history of allergy in the

eggs. Kids will love the taste as an afternoon or

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family) requiring infant formula prior to

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should remain the main source of milk until

partially hydrolysed or hypoallergenic (HA)

12 months of age, although cow’s milk can

formulas in reducing their risk of allergic

be used in cooking or with other foods

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advice

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• 2 litres for 13+ years

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kitchen kids Choc Crackle Puddings

pantry parents Recipe thanks to: Ava Smart

Honey Glazed Ham

• 1 x 200g milk chocolate,

• 1/2 cup brown sugar

finely chopped

• 1/3 cup maple syrup

• 100g butter, chopped

• 1/3 cup honey

• 3 cups Coco Pops

• 1 tbs Dijon mustard

• 100g white chocolate melts

• 1 whole leg ham on the bone

• 10 red Smarties

• Whole cloves, to stud

Method

Recipe thanks to: Robyn Maison

Method

Line a muffin pan with 10 paper cases. Place milk chocolate and butter in a

Stir sugar, maple syrup, honey and mustard in a bowl until the sugar dissolves.

heatproof bowl over a saucepan half-filled with simmering water (make sure the

Preheat oven to 170oC. Line a large baking dish with baking paper. Place an oven

bowl doesn’t touch the water). Stir until the chocolate melts and is smooth. Stir in

shelf in the lowest position. Use a sharp knife to cut around the shank of the ham,

coco pops. Spoon into paper cases and mould into a dome shape. Place in fridge

about 10cm from the end. Run a knife under the rind around edge of ham. Gently

for 2 hours. Place white chocolate in a heatproof bowl over a saucepan half-filled

lift the rind off in 1 piece by running your fingers between the rind and the fat.

with simmering water. Stir until the chocolate melts and is smooth. Spoon a little

Score the fat in a diamond pattern, about 5mm deep. Stud the centres of the

white chocolate over each pudding and top with a Smartie. Set aside until set.

diamonds with cloves. Transfer to prepared dish. Brush one-third of the glaze over the ham. Bake, brushing with glaze every 25 mins, for 1 hour 30 mins.

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Dealing with the school when your child has been accused of bullying READER QUESTION: The Principal of my son’s

this other boy. Stay calm and ask your questions

appointment in a fortnight’s time to allow the

school has called me to request a meeting to

gently. Ask him what he hopes to gain or change

plan to be put into place and its effectiveness to

discuss a number of bullying incidents that

by intimidating this other student. Explain that

be evaluated.

my 14-year-old son has apparently instigated.

you want to work together with him, the school

A complaint has been made by another parent

and the other boy to help find a solution to this

saying that my son has been intimidating

situation.

another student by calling him names and threatening to ‘get him’ after school. My son admitted that he has said ‘a few things’ to this boy because “he is a loser” and “he deserves it”. I feel quite anxious and upset about having to go to the school to defend my son’s behaviour. Can you give me some help on how to handle this meeting?

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Centacare (tel: 4044 0130).

from the meeting. View the meeting as a step towards finding a resolution between the two boys, rather than as a meeting where you have to

Denise Bewert is Group Educator for CentaCare, mother of two and author of two books, Tackling Teens and Troubled Teens. If you would like to ask Denise a question about your teenager send an

At the meeting, the Principal may propose a plan

email to: denise.bewert@centacarecairns.org

to deal with the situation. Suggest a follow-up

• Try using positive reinforcement with your

constantly ‘dobbing’ on each other. It’s very

and ‘telling’. The aim is to enable them to gain

children and teach forgiveness and kindness.

frustrating and I can’t seem to get them to

an understanding that ‘telling’ is okay if they are

stop. Can you please provide me with some

trying to help someone but ‘dobbing’ with the

strategies to reduce or stop this behaviour?

intention of getting someone else into trouble is not. It helps to give some examples with scenarios that your children are familiar with.

during dispute and disagreements. Many parents

If you suspect your child may be dobbing some

feel that it can be very tricky to manage, but it

other strategies for dealing with it include:

can also be a positive sign that a child is moving from one stage of development to the next and an opportunity to help children develop positive social and conflict resolution skills.

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family life and occurs mostly between siblings

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underlying social and emotional issues causing

You could also request a copy of the school’s

‘defend’ your son’s behaviour.

Before your meeting with the Principal, try to find

Given that ‘hurt people hurt others’ there may be

It’s a good idea to have a discussion with your

• Ask them “Is this something that I need to know about or is it something you can work through by yourself?.” This can help them to think about what they need to tell you and also helps them develop problem-solving skills.

• When you see your children play together find an opportunity to tell them how wonderful it is to see them enjoying each other’s company.

Most importantly, encourage children to come together and talk about how something may have hurt their feelings, and explain why apologising and forgiveness are important.

Megan Colahan is the principal psychologist at Colahan Psychology (37 O’Keefe Street, Cairns North). For more information call 4053 1122 or email megan@colahan-psychology.com.au www.pakmag.com.au

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e all know breastfeeding is best

by feeding them again. In this way it becomes a

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vicious cycle.

most mums and dads don’t

know is that sometimes too much breast milk isn’t so good for your baby. If you have a good milk supply and feed too frequently then it’s possible that your baby can become overloaded with lactose and this can play havoc with their digestive system. The signs to watch for are: green frothy poo’s, lots of crying, diarrhoea and nappy rash with good weight gain. Unfortunately these are also the signs

While we all know the benefits of breastfeeding, parents also need to be aware of the signs of overfeeding and lactose overload in their babies

of lactose intolerance so it can lead to some confusion as to what is causing problems for your baby.

wakes frequently, has explosive poo’s and then as a result of the poo, inevitably ends up with nappy rash. Eventually you make an appointment to see your GP or child health nurse but since they are unaware of whats been happening at home with the cycle of crying and feeding, when they undress your baby and see the signs of lactose intolerance this is likely to be their diagnosis. The solutions for lactose intolerance include cutting out a range of foods from mums diet and if the signs still persist, your baby is moved onto a soy type formula.

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your baby crying, your baby hasn’t slept well so you try topping up or others have given hungry’ so naturally you feed your baby. Before too long, your baby is crying again and mum feeds again. If mum has a good milk supply this will result in her baby feeding quite large volumes of low fat milk that can overload their digestive system and cause too much gas. This creates discomfort in your baby leading to inconsolable crying which you try to alleviate

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Unfortunately as this process continues, your

If this sounds like you and your baby then be aware that overfeeding is quite likely the main problem. To break the cycle, stick to a feed routine rather than feeding on demand. A four hourly feeding routine is recommended. Let your baby’s digestive system calm and repair and make sure you have other strategies handy to deal with a crying baby instead of feeding.

Parenting expert Nicole Pierotti is a psychologist and founder of www.babysmiles.com.au www.pakmag.com.au

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Hair Emma & Mikayla: “Candice’s hair has a good natural colour and wave to it so we didn’t need to make a dramatic change to her style. We simply added a warm tone to the colour and cut her hair to enhance its natural movement whilst keeping the length.”

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Quality built with pride In Style

When it comes to Christmas decorating, more is more! Layer up the napery with contrasting colours such as black with brights.

kids fun

Relaxed Buffet Use your outdoor umbrella to hang baubles, lanterns and stars. For a relaxed approach to lunch set up the table as a buffet rather than place settings so that guests can help themselves.

Quality built with pride is what we strive to deliver when you build your dream home with us. Ashlee Jones Homes is a builder with more than 16 years local industry experience.

The team at AJH ensure every home is built

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From home to home, and heart to heart, the team at Ashlee Jones Homes would like to wish you a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. and constructed by highly skilled tradesman and they work hard to ensure your expectations are exceeded. AJH offer a variety of services including new home construction and free quotes to the Cairns and FNQ region.

For more info call 4056 3089 or email info@ashleejoneshomes.com.au or visit www.ashleejoneshomes.com.au Find us on facebook

Lisa Slatyer is an interior design specialist and the owner of haven + space homewares and coffee bar. She is also mum to Isla (4) and Andie

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(2). Narelle Quilty is a visual merchandiser and Let the kids help set up their own table as a

decorative consultant and mum to Gus (2).

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kids

Activity Story thanks to Elaine Seager

It’s Party

Time!

Book your child’s next Birthday Party at Cairns Indoor Sports They can choose from Cricket, Netball, Soccer, Beach Volleyball & Dodgeball. Come & relax while your children have a blast!

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Wednesday, Thursday & Friday from 1pm to 3pm Cost is only $7 per child per session. All ages catered for.

ComE & Play Indoor CrICkET, nETBall, SoCCEr, BEaCh VollEyBall & dodgEBall.

Lil Scribblers has been a long time coming.

Taryn Pratley, a qualified primary school

164 Mayers St, Manunda Phone: 4032 2844 web: www.cairnsindoorsports.com.au

Holiday Fun StartS

Cairns’ new children’s art studio on Mulgrave Road

Summer Vacation Care PCyC Programs 14-24 dec & 2-25 Jan

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children about the creative arts, has put a lot of

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fun, learn and get messy

School holiday programs will be available in December including:

thought, planning and hard work into creating

• Christmas Craft Jams – focusing on making

a vibrant atmosphere where children can learn

gifts, personalised gift bags and making

the fundamental elements of art.

decorations for the tree.

The Lil Scribblers Art Jams Studio has been

• Art Jam Intensives - a three-hour program

purpose built and provides a fun and friendly

that starts by teaching your child about

studio environment for 2-12 year olds to learn

different tools, techniques and materials and

and be creative.

finishes with them walking away with a

Art Jams at Lil Scribblers involve 50 minutes

Summer Vacation care in four eaSy locationS

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New

teacher with a passion for teaching young

School holidays

canvas based artwork.

of activities from bubbles and storytime to

You can also purchase activity packs at Lil

painting, drawing and Claymation (think

Scribblers with materials and instruction cards

Wallace & Gromit). They have been designed

that you can use at home.

by qualified teachers to be interactive and to maintain a child’s attention while taking them on an enjoyable adventure through the elements of art. The sessions are tailored to different age groups:

Young scribblers (2-5 year olds) Accompanied by a parent, younger children get to explore the basic elements of art each week through an art-loving character called ‘Flick’ and participate in several different activities.

Birthday parties Lil Scribblers also host birthday parties that can be held in the studio or at your home.

Party Time Packages are tailored to suit your child’s preferred theme and include themed invitations, a 1½ hour party and party bags.

For more information or to make a booking, call Lil Scribblers on 4033 0685 or 0400 646 327 or email lilscribblers@gmail.com

Older scribblers (6-12 year olds) Older children learn about the elements of art and how to apply them to an artwork as well as exploring different tools and materials. Children do not need to be artistically gifted; it’s all about enjoyment and discovering what they’re capable of. www.pakmag.com.au

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Green Island

Swim Schools

This emerald cay, just a short 45-minute boat trip, is the perfect place to introduce the

Swim schools may offer some snorkel

• Once they’re comfortable with the mask,

lessons. C-Me Swim usually teach

they’re introduced to the snorkel and

introductory classes to snorkeling in the

how to breathe through it and expel

last three weeks of term during the summer

water

months. They learn how to:

kids to snorkeling from the relative safety of the beach

Clownfish

According to Heath Williams at C-Me Swim,

• Place the mask on and adjust for a

parents must remember that teaching

comfortable fit

your children to snorkel requires a lot of

• Swim around the shallows with only

“patience, practice and calmness”.

the mask on and pick up objects from the bottom of the pool.

Kids & Scuba Diving Children can start to become involved with scuba diving from eight years of age as long as they don’t have medical conditions preventing them from being able to dive (eg. asthma, diabetes, epilepsy, taking Ritalin etc). Local mum and dive instructor Amanda McCormack teaches Scuba Ranger courses for 8-12 year olds during the school holidays ($375) and Junior Open Water Courses for 12-15 year olds ($1100). Class sizes are limited to four students. For more info go to www.ambeausport.com

Snorkeling

Tips for teaching your kids to snorkel Kids can start snorkeling from as young as five but it varies according to their water confidence.

P

[5] Teach them how to expel water from

how to snorkel before you go to Green

Island. Start them in the bath and/or eople travel from all around the world to

took the 8.30am trip over to avoid the tourists but

see the Great Barrier Reef so being able

as it turned out the water was also much calmer

to explore this magnificent coral reef on

in the morning and therefore better for snorkeling

a daytrip is a wonderful opportunity for children.

with the kids. By the afternoon, the wind was

While kids of all ages can go on any of the reef trips

whipping around the headland creating choppy

on offer (those with platforms like Reef Magic or

waves and tougher swimming conditions. Snorkel

Sunlover are best), Green Island is probably the

equipment is included in the price of the tour but

Facilities • Coin lockers • Basic souvenir shops • Showers, toilets and changing rooms

best place to go to introduce children to the joys of

we also spent the extra money for stinger suits

• Variety of snack and lunch options

snorkeling. The snorkeling around the pier on the

(also good for sun protection) and lifejackets for

• Shaded loungers around pool

island is as good, if not better, than what you can

the kids.

see in the open water and going to Green Island is also much cheaper. For children, there is also the comfort of knowing you’re close to the beach.

[2] Introduce each piece of equipment

one at a time starting with the mask

and then the snorkel.

[3] Let them try it and develop at their

own pace.

[4] Show them how to spit in the mask

for de-fogging, how to fit the mask

well without any strands of hair and

how to expel water by tilting the head

Adults, $39.50 Kids (ages 4-14), Family Fare (2

back and lifting the bottom of the

adults and 2 kids) $198.50. Children 3 and under

mask up.

go free. Locals are eligible for a 30% discount off

package includes the use of the island’s swimming

these prices if you show local ID. For more info go

pool and a good choice of departure times. We

to www.greatadventures.com.au

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• Beach umbrellas for rent (expensive)

pool.

Prices for the Green Island Eco Adventure are $79

We went with Great Adventures since their

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[1] Start the process of teaching your kids

the snorkel by exhaling sharply.

[6] Use floaties or a lifejacket in case they

get tired.

[7] Practice in calm, shallow water until

they’re confident to explore further.

[8] The parent in charge should be the

one who’s the most confident with

their own snorkel equipment.

[9] Stay close to them [10] Remember that it is far more exciting

snorkeling in the sea so if they don’t

seem to catch on at home, they may

once they’re in a real life situation.

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homemade Decorations Need something to keep the kids entertained during the holidays? Why not give these Christmas decorations a go.

Stuffed Felt

Your stuffed felt decoration could be a simple

create a loop for hanging. Sew the felt

tree or star, or an animal shape like an Owl,

shapes together close to the edge. Leave

which is a Christmas decoration trend for 2012.

open a gap of about 2cm for stuffing.

[1] Begin by cutting out two identical

[4] Stuff your shape with toy fill. Use a

• Felt

chopstick or blunt pencil to help get

• Toy fill (or stuffing from an old pillow)

[2] On one of the felt shapes, which will

the toy fill into the corners and edges of

the shape.

What you need

• Ribbon • Craft items for decorating such as, buttons and beads • Hand sewing needle • Sewing thread • Scissors

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Dec o r a t i o n s

Christmas themed shapes from your felt.

become the front of your decoration,

glue or sew your chosen craft items. If

using larger craft items such as buttons

with a 2cm or more diameter it may be

easier to attach them to your decoration

once you have stuffed it with toy fill.

[3] Once you have finished decorating your

[5] Sew the gap closed.

Hints [1] Use free clip art websites to help find a

suitable Christmas themed shape. Print

out an appropriate size and use as a

template to trace around.

felt shape, place the identical felt shapes

together with the decorated side facing

outwards. Cut a length of ribbon, fold it in

[2] For non-sewers, you could choose not to

half and place it in between the felt

stuff the felt Christmas shape and just

shapes at the top of your decoration to

hang on the tree one sided.

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Play

themes Story thanks to Amanda Cranston

Winter

Wonderl and Rather than go for a traditional red and green theme, why not get into the Christmas spirit this year with a icy white and silver themed Christmas party. With lots of games and activity ideas, this is sure to put a smile on your kid’s faces during the Christmas holidays.

Play Time

Traditional party games with a wintry twist: • Musical Snowflakes – same as the

• Snowman Pinata – Make your own

traditional musical chairs game using

snowman piñata and fill with lollies

large white and silver snowflakes

and prizes.

made out of cardboard.

sacks (to keep with the theme) for

same as Egyptian Mummy but give

little ones and use hessian bags for

each pair of players a roll of toilet

older players.

paper, three big large spots for buttons and a hat and scarf. The best snowman wins.

• White and silver (helium filled) balloons

• Snowballs on Strings – Hang snowballs at the end of a long piece of string and tie these to the clothesline or the edge of a marquee.

Paint a large snowman and laminate

Players must stand with their hands

it with clear contact, then make little

behind their back and all try to eat

orange carrot noses with each player’s

their snowballs at the same time while

name on them. Blindfold each player

they are bobbing around.

• White suit, white linen clothing

• What’s the Time Santa – play this

• Long sheer white or silver angel costumes

the snowman.

game the same as ‘What’s the Time towards Santa to match with the time

• Silver sequin dresses, skirts or tops

hide them around the garden for party

but when he yells “Christmas Time”

• Silver glitter

guests to find. The stars found can be

they all run away.

• White Christmas tree with silver decorations

• Bubble Blowing – who doesn’t love bubbles?

the-parcel but whoever is left holding

Yummy Stuff

the star when the music stops is out.

• Make a huge cardboard arch and paint it white and decorate with large cardboard snowflakes then hang a mistletoe

Christmas trees • Create a Hot Chocolate stand with little mugs, jars of marshmallows and an adult pouring hot chocolate • White tablecloth with silver stars and glitter on table

• Chocolate truffles / rumballs

Get Creative

Get the kids creating with these crafty ideas: • Decorate plain photo frames with

• Decorate Christmas-themed biscuits

white wooden snowflakes

(snowmen, Christmas tree, stars, etc)

• Make snow globes

• Paint a handprint angel using an

• Papier mache a large white snowman piñata wearing a scarf and have hanging ready to play

• White feather boas and snowflake tiaras

out of cardboard before the party then

• Pass the Silver Star – Similar to pass

• Make large cardboard snowmen and large white cardboard

• White fairy dresses with white wings

Mr Wolf’’ whereby players take steps

traded for prizes.

under the arch

• White hooded Santa gown with fur trim

• Treasure Hunt – Make silver stars

• White paper snowflakes hanging from the ceiling

• Spray paint tree branches white and entwine with fairy lights

Dress Ups

• Pin the Nose on the Snowman –

and take turns to pin the nose on

Decorations

• Sack Races – Use white pillowcases as

• Snowman Wrap – play this game the

• Decorate Christmas baubles with coloured sequins

upright handprint for the body and two downward handprints in a different colour for the angel wings

• Christmas-themed biscuits and cupcakes • Mini apple pies and mince tarts • Marshmallow snowmen • Fortune cookies dipped in chocolate • Spanish donuts dipped in chocolate • Platter of mini cakes and sweet slices (rocky road, brownies, vanilla slice) • Striped candy canes • Toffee apples

• Make star wands out of foam,

• Hot chocolate with

cardboard or wood and decorate with

marshmallows and

paint and glitter

whipped cream

• Make Christmas bon-bons with crepe paper and Christmas stickers

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Travel with kids Meet Mickey

News

Airport

Christmas Travel Flights are extra busy at Christmas so if you’re flying with the kids to visit family, be especially considerate of your fellow passengers: • Book flights to coincide with nap times • Make sure your kids have a good run around before boarding to burn off energy • Take your children to the toilet before boarding • Prepare for delays • Take plenty of snacks, toys and activity packs • Don’t let your children kick the seats in front or stand on seats and talk to fellow passengers if

Thanks to Cathay Pacific Cairns families can fly direct to Hong Kong without the bother of going via Brisbane or Sydney.

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they don’t seem very family friendly!

Top HK Kids Spots

In less than seven hours you can be landing

of popping back for a nap if the littlies get

• Ocean Park – considered by many to be

in one of the worlds favourite shopping

tired (you can re-enter the park on your day

a better amusement park than Disneyland,

meccas, also home to Mickey Mouse. Hong

pass). There are two hotel accommodation

it has “death-defying” rides that will appeal

Kong Disneyland is Disney’s newest resort

options within the resort – the Hong Kong

to older kids

and generally regarded as the best one for

Disneyland Hotel and Disney’s Hollywood Hotel. They may not be the cheapest hotels

• The Peak – kids particularly enjoy the

younger children. It is much smaller than the sprawling US and European resorts and

but you can’t put a price on the thrill of

most of the rides and attractions are aimed

meeting Mickey, Donald and the others

at the younger age groups.

over breakfast.

Disneyland is approximately 20-30 minutes

Entry fees into Hong Kong Disneyland are

by taxi away from the busy hustle and

approx. $50 for adults and $35 for children.

bustle of the city. If you’ve got younger

Room rates at the Disneyland hotels start

children consider splashing out on a room

from approx. $200 per night. For more info

within the resort so you’ve got the option

go to park.hongkongdisneyland.com

funicular railway to the top but there’s also a playground and other amusements in the area that make it a fun day out • Stanley Market – this is your best chance of combining shopping with happy kids since you can pick up great kids clothes at bargain prices while the children enjoy the beach.

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5

Minutes with Santa Santa says he gets really excited as December

3 Any particularly memorable moments?

draws near as he loves meeting all the kids in

I love the innocence and delight children show

the shopping centres and finding out what

when they see me and know Santa is real. I still

they want for Christmas. He explains that every

remember one three year old girl who looked

year he spends time familiarising himself with

up at me very seriously and said “I love you

all the latest toys so he can remember who

Santa” and those are the special moments I

wants which toy.

treasure.

1 Which toys are the most popular? It varies year-to-year but Barbie and Dora tend to be the most requested girl’s toys and Thomas

As Santa gears up for his busiest time of the year, he took time out to chat with SeaFM to tell us why he loves being Santa and how he prepares for Christmas Eve.

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the Tank Engine, Ben 10 and Lego are the most popular boy’s toys.

2 Have you ever had any unusual requests? Many parents ask me to remind their children to behave otherwise they will end up on the naughty list and some children hand over their dummies to me on their mum and dad’s request.

4 What snack do you like kids to leave out for you and your reindeers on Christmas Eve? I love milk and cookies and the reindeers love carrots and water 5 How do you prepare for a busy night of delivering presents on Christmas Eve? I make sure the sleigh has been serviced and is in top working condition, that my reindeers have had plenty of sleep and that Rudolf’s nose is glowing bright and strong for the trip.