PAKMAG Cairns - August 2011

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issue 50

Au g u s t 2011

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Festival

Turns 50

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Grand

Parents

and their changing role

Cover photo courtesy of Cheeky Monkey Photography

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Jo Lamble Hypnobirthing - what the?

Kindergarten lowdown Saving $$$ on car costs

How parenting affects relationships page 4

Kids

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02 publishers note Hello and welcome to the 50th edition of PakMag. Well, if you haven’t already read about it on our Facebook page, I am now the proud mum of two boys.

Sean arrived in such a hurry that Trent almost had to deliver him but luckily nan and the paramedics arrived just in time. So my second experience of childbirth was wonderfully quick but I never imagined giving birth in my bedroom in front of two strange blokes and my mother-in-law! Thanks to Danny and Glen (the paramedics) for their help and Nan for cleaning up afterwards!

contents parents 02 What’s new

07 Kindergarten for every child

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Women & Wheels

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Proarch Podiatry

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Hope to see you at our next PakClub when we’ll be celebrating grandparents. And, if you think your child could be our next cover star check out our Facebook page. Until next time, happy reading, and don’t forget to tell everyone, you read it in PakMag.

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pakmag Publisher: Bree James Editor: Elaine Seager What’s On/MiniMag: Trent Stievano Client Manager: Angelina Mortley Design & Layout: Trina Jensen Articles: Elaine Seager, Dan Miller, Amanda Cranston & submitted writers 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 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.

pakmag : for parents of beans to teens

kids 25 Kid’s MiniMag

04 Jo Lamble interview

We hope you enjoy this edition. Check out our full guide to the Cairns Festival as well as our Wardrobe Wake Up section where new grandparent Mayor Val Schier has kindly allowed us to give her a makeover in celebration of Seniors Week.

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09 Harley’s Educational 11 Money & Work 12 Generation Gap

babies & toddlers 35 PakBaby - Hypnobirthing

things to win

23 PakFood

02 WIN Smurfs 3D movie passes

24 Out & about photos

09 WIN a copy of CoolMind

25 Mini Mag

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What’s On

WIN a mystery prize

20 WIN a Calanna prize pack

33 Out & about photos

26 WIN a mystery prize

35 PakBaby

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38 PakParent

52 WIN a copy of The Rainbow Necklace

41 Wardrobe Wake Up

54 WIN a copy of Black Swan

WIN an Absolutely Baby prize pack

43 Declutter you life 45 Cairns Festival 47 Tackling Teens 49 Family Activities 53 Graeme Base’s World 54 Indigenous Culture

cover shot Models: Cleopatra Cranston and Jakhoda Rosas Photographer: A big thanks to Cheeky Monkey Photography

55 Movie of the Month

Clothing: A big thanks to Cotton on Kids at

56 Laugh with a Local

Cairns Central for dressing model Jakhoda

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what’s new august

what’s new august Drop & Shop

Movie Releases

Rise of the Planet of the Apes (TBA) In cinemas August 4

WIN movie passes

Glee! Live 3D (TBA)

When the evil wizard Gargamel chases the tiny blue Smurfs out of their village, they tumble from their magical world and into ours -- in fact, smack dab in the middle of Central Park. Just three apples high and stuck in the Big Apple, the Smurfs must find a way to get back to their village before Gargamel tracks them down. Starring Hank Azaria.

In cinemas August 11

Green Lantern (TBA) In cinemas August 11

Jane Eyre (TBA)

Ever thought how much easier and quicker it would be to get your shopping done if you didn’t have the kids in tow? Well, thanks to Cairns Central you can now do just that with their new subsidised ‘Drop n Shop’ service that offers fully supervised activities for 3-11 year olds for up to 2 hours for $2 per half hour.

There will be face painting, Playstation2, toys, themed colouring and craft activities and interactive games to keep the kids occupied while you get on and do your chores in peace.

Available Mon-Fri 10am-2pm.

Since it Seniors Week this month we’re having a ‘Grandparents Night’ so brings your Nans and Pops along for some fun games and prizes. Kids who love to dress up can dress ‘old’. Cazaly’s (5-7pm).

Bookings are highly recommended for diners call 4054 1464. Tickets to our exclusive preview of “Smurfs” on August 28 will also be up for grabs during a special competition on the night

In cinemas August 18

Friends with Benefits

For your chance to win a family movie pass thanks to Birch Carroll & Coyle, simply email us at competitions@pakmag.com.au and tell us who wrote the original comic book series of the Smurfs? Or come to our next PakClub or stay tuned to Sea FM to win tickets to our exclusive preview on August 28.

In cinemas August 18

Family life forum Conan the Barbarian In cinemas August 18

The Family Life Forum is coming to Cairns on 20th August. These events aim to help parents navigate their way through the maze of family life and will debate the big issues relevant to

The Priest (TBA)

Australian families. Some of the hot topics

In cinemas August 25

include Tweens & Technology and Does your child have the right friends? Location: Birch Carroll & Coyle, Cairns Central, 11am-1pm. This

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is a free event. To register your interest go to www.familylifeforum.com.au

Big band spectacular The band of the first Battalion Royal Australian Regiment joins Cairnsbands in their 7th annual concert at the Brothers Leagues Club on 1st Sept (7.30pm). The concert will be broken in to four sets: Cairns Youth Stage Band will start the show and the Army will follow, both with a traditional American ‘big band’ format. The forty-piece Cairns Concert Band will then be featured before a grand finale and will see a combined giant band on stage.

Music for the evening will be drawn from the masters of the big band swing era but all genres will be performed. Rock, jazz, popular classics and a variety of vocals will be included in the programme. Call 4053 1053 to book.

There will also be a free concert on the Esplanade by Tropical Brass and Hotshots on 28 Aug (6pm)

Pop Robot Theatre, an initiative that focuses

dangers of drinking and the consequences

on giving JCU and senior school students

that follow. Recommended for mature

an opportunity to be involved in the

audiences over 15 years, tickets are sold at the

creative process of producing contemporary

door an hour prior to each performance.

production is producing ‘JUICE’ at JUTE Theatre on 4-6 August. JUICE is a powerful play by Stephen Davis that shines a spotlight on the

Make sure you check out the Cairns Festival Muddy’s Art Village throughout the Festival from 19 August. In partnership with KickArts, it will be the place for kids and families to get creative with lots of creative activities that will be guided by artists and educators from around the region. Look for the giant inflatable building. Open every day of the Festival (weekdays 2pm-6pm, weekends 10am-6pm) and free for everybody. See page 45 for more details on what to look forward to at this years 50th anniversary of the Cairns Festival.

Health Expo

Pop Robot

In cinemas August 18

Cowboys and Aliens (TBA)

Festival time!

PakClub: 14 August

In Cinemas 8 September

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For more information contact Pop Robot on 0402 837 544 or pop.robot@live.com.au

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Don’t forget it’s the Health Careers Expo on August 9 at Tropical North Queensland TAFE on Newton Street from 9am-3pm.

Students in Years 10-12 who are interested in careers in the health industry will be able to meet employers and professional health representatives and participate in industry tours and work experience programs.

Is your child our next cover star?

If you think your child has what it takes to be on the cover of PakMag, go to our Facebook page and post their picture on our wall. We are looking for kids who are confident and expressive in front of the camera. Two kids will be shortlisted and photographed per edition and the best shot, as chosen by our editor, will feature on a future front cover.

Go to our facebook page to enter and your child could be a cover star!

For more information call PakMag on 4034 3331 or go to www.pakmag.com.au

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Jo Lamble interview Story thanks to Amanda Cranston

the parenting journey Amanda Cranston caught up with Australia’s leading relationships expert and resident psychologist from channel nine’s Today Show & column writer for Woman’s Day, Jo Lamble, to talk about parenting.

Following the launch of her new book, Answers

be hard on the kids because their parents are

jobs, sport and friends,” Jo says. This time can

to Everyday Questions About Relationships,

always watching over them and pushing them

also bring families closer together and confident,

Jo explains that parenting issues are often the

to do so much. Then if a child shows talent in a

independent and trusted teens start to enjoy

cause of relationship problems. She says this

particular area the father often starts taking an

their parents company more, meaning family

can be the result of new parents struggling with

interest and pushing them,” she says.

time becomes a more regular and enjoyable

their unfamiliar roles, blended families, different parenting styles, loss of identity, not agreeing on discipline styles and a whole host of other things.

“Strangely the most common parenting issue I deal with is the control freak mother who wants her husband’s involvement but is not willing to compromise with him and must do everything her way,” Jo says. “The result is constant battles over homework, who is going to teach the kids to drive and so on, and in the end it leads to resentment.”

parents to deal with is the ‘tween’ age group of

Jo says the biggest mistake overall parents face

nine to 12 year olds when kids are no longer kids

today is that they divide their lives up in to work

but not quite teenagers either. “Many kids start

and time at home with the kids. “They think

going through puberty at this age so hormones

if they are not at work they need to spend all

have kicked in, some kids put on puppy fat so

their time with their children and then if there is

weight becomes an issue and then many kids

any time left they might squeeze in some time

start taking one or both parents off the pedestal

for themselves or even time as a couple. ‘Me

and back-chatting,” Jo explains. “This age can also

time’ is the best thing parents can do for their

be hard for many dads as often girls start pushing

relationship, even better than ‘couple time’ as it

their dads away once they start going through

refreshes them and energises their relationship,”

puberty.” She says couples really need to be on

she says. Jo explains that a coffee with a friend,

issues for parents of children at different ages,

the same page and have formed a united front

an exercise class or having alternate sleep-ins can

Jo says there are definitely different stand-out

by the time their kids reach this age.

make all the difference. “You need to have fun

toddlers it can be a hard time because they are sleep deprived and not getting a lot of ‘couple time’ without the kids, they are new to parenting so have different approaches to dealing with tantrums and discipline and are still finding their feet and this can affect relationships,” she says. Once kids start school and are in the five to nine age group, the most common problem Jo sees are the ‘helicopter parents’ who hover over their children all the time and over-extend their children with too many outside activities. “It can

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event.

When asked about the most common parenting

problems for different age groups. “For parents of

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Jo thinks one of the hardest age groups for

Surprisingly, Jo says the teenage years don’t have to be as difficult as parents seem to think they will be. She says that while all parents feel nervous about keeping their kids safe at

and have your own life as well as being a parent, as happy parents mean happy children and you want to give your kids a reason to look forward to becoming an adult,” Jo laughs.

this age, as issues like virginity, drugs, alcohol, rebellious behaviour and peer group pressure are prevalent, if parents have a good relationship

Jo Lamble’s book ‘Answers to

with their child then hopefully their child will

Everyday Questions About

make good choices. “This can also be a great

Relationships’ is published by

time for parents as they get to have ‘couple time’

Penguin Books RRP $19.95

together as teens are often busy with part-time

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Kindy feature embracing potential

Kindergarten Approved & officiAlly open Provide your child with the head start they deserve by enrolling at Cairns Montessori. Proud to offer academic staff with post graduate qualifications in early childhood education and Montessori. Discover the difference...

Begin your child’s journey with us today.

Story thanks to Whitfield Community Kindy

Kindergarten for every child The government’s goal to provide more kindergarten places is coming in to play, writes Kate van Eck

call Amanda noW to arrange an orientation contact us at cairnsmontessori@gmail.com or call 4036 1055 9 Brose St, White Rock QLD 4868 (opposite TAS White Rock Campus)

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Learning through Play each & every day For more information visit www.redlynchkindy.com.au or call 4055 1814 or email redlynchkindy@bigpond.com

We all want to give our child the best start in

provide their pre-school children with a quality

life, but until now the options of early childhood

early childhood teacher.

education have been limited in Queensland.

With most parents still getting used to the introduction of prep in 2007 how much do we really know about the role kindergarten plays in our children’s development?

with older children attending the school. They

kindergarten is now being marketed to parents

may also allow a more seamless transition for

as an essential part of childhood education.

your child into prep.

Whilst neither prep nor kindergarten are

[2] Long Day Care Centres: The flexible

has spearheaded this media campaign to

Queensland has fallen behind the other states

encourage as many parents as possible to

with only 32% of appropriate aged children

enrol their child in an approved kindergarten

[3] Community Kindergartens: These

enrolled in 2009. A shortage of facilities, and in

programme.

appeal to parents who want to ease their

Queensland children missing out on this valuable

New guidelines

start to their education.

So what exactly is an approved kindergarten Fortunately for those parents planning to send

programme? The government has liaised with

their child to kindergarten in the future, the odds

Central Governing Bodies such as Creche and

are now in your favour with a new government

Kindergarten Association of Queensland (C&K)

initiative aiming to provide every child with

and Independent Schools Queensland in order

access to an approved kindergarten program.

to create a streamlined approach across the

$300 million of which will be injected into new

hours offered by these centres can be of benefit to working parents.

child in to the education system in a smaller,

many cases, a lack of awareness has lead to many

universally accessible in Queensland, about

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airing on TV and radio you’ll know that

been recognised in other parts of the country,

investing $900 million into making kindergarten

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primary schools may be convenient for parents

compulsory at this point in time, the government

The Queensland and Federal governments are

For further information, or an enrolment package, please visit our website at www.candlenutsteinerschool.qld.edu.au or contact the office on 4093 8809 between 8am & 4pm

[1] Schools: Kindergarten facilities within

If you’re familiar with the commercials currently

While the importance of kindergarten has long

What will change?

Candlenut Steiner School at Boyles Road Kuranda offers a unique educational experience from Kindy to Class Eight, to families in Cairns, Kuranda and the Tablelands. We are currently taking mid-year enrolments for students from Class One to Class Eight.

three settings to choose from:

state. The result is a framework for participating

less intimidating environment away from the influences of older children.

Finally, it’s important to realise that fees can vary depending on which facility you choose. When enrolling your child into a registered childcare centre, some parents may be entitled to the Child Care Benefit and the Child Care Rebate. For more information visit: www. Familyassist.gov.au

providers to abide by, complete with a unique

Whitfield Community Kindergarten is currently

logo to help parents identify which facilities are

taking enrolments for 2012. For more info call

approved. One of the criteria they must meet

4034 2985 or visit their Open Day on 20 August

is to engage the services of a qualified Early

at 1 Marino Street., Whitfield.

Childhood Education Teacher.

Kindy choices

Enrolment Dates:

available. A list of new centre locations can be

The process for deciding on a kindergarten for

Born Between

found at www. deta.qld.gov.au/earlychildhood

your child should be similar to selecting a school.

1 July 2007 to 30 June 2008

2012

or by phoning 1800 4 KINDY. Funding has also

It comes down to your child’s personality and

1 July 2008 to 30 June 2009

2013

been approved for 340 long day care services to

the parents’ work schedule. There are essentially

1 July 2009 to 30 June 2010

2014

facilities. Essentially this means that by 2014, up to 240 extra kindergarten services will be

Enrolment Year

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education begins at home

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Harley’s Educational

School teachers are far too busy to spend time helping kids go to the toilet, blow their noses or tie shoelaces so the more self-sufficient your child is before starting school the better.

Story thanks to Bridget Findley

Although children will all develop at different

As children refine their self-help skills and are

rates, getting them involved in simple tasks

able to do more for themselves their self-esteem

around the house such as packing up or taking

and confidence will build, and just think how

plates and cups to the sink will give them lots

much easier your life will be!

• Blow nose and dispose of tissues in the bin

Children need to be able to do the following by

• Remember to cover mouths and nose when

themselves at school:

coughing or sneezing

• Put their own lunchbox and bag away

• Put on and take off shoes and socks. (Tying

of practise and help them develop and refine these skills. When you’re introducing your child to a new task it helps to break it down into small manageable steps and to talk through each step as you demonstrate it. Some children may be resistant to learning new tasks but it’s important

• Wash and dry their hands

to keep encouraging them rather than taking

• Use the toilet independently / flush the toilet

over and doing it for them. You could also use

• Open and close their lunch box

sequence pictures or photos to show the steps involved which they can then refer to without having to ask for help.

• Apply sunscreen to themselves • Dress and undress properly

shoelaces is a complex task that many children don’t achieve until grade 1. Some parents opt for slip on or velcro shoes as an alternative).

• Open and close drink bottles (including twist lids and pop tops)

headspace If you haven’t heard of the Mindfulness Education Movement yet, you soon will, writes Elaine Seager The idea of energetic school children meditating

into their standard curriculum including the

in class might sound far-fetched but it’s a trend

University of The Sunshine Coast (USC) and

that’s gaining momentum and could be in a

Central Queensland University (CQU) to name

school near you very soon. The Mindfulness

a few. Meditation has already been trialed in

Education Movement (MEM) has been sweeping

Catholic Schools in the Townsville diocese

across Europe and the United States where

where it was so successful that all 31 schools in

trials of meditation classes in schools have

the area are now being introduced to Christian

produced impressive results. Not only has it been

Meditation through the delivery of a programme

shown to help senior students deal with exam

that has received international acclaim.

pressure, teachers have also been discovering that it improves attention, focus and behavior in classrooms across all ages.

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Parents may be astonished to hear that even the most energetic fidgety child can be taught to be still and silent but it’s a life-long skill which

Many public schools and universities around

will enable them to counteract the stresses and

the world are now integrating meditation tools

pressures of modern day life.

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For your chance to win this book email us at competitions@pakmag.com.au and tell us why your teen should have this book?

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money & work Main story thanks to Fiona Mountford

How much tax are you paying?

When we’re generating income, it’s likely that we’ll have to pay some income tax but there are ways to reduce your tax liability & end up with more money in your pocket.

The amount of tax you pay depends on how

In families where one person is the primary

much income you generate, with higher levels of

breadwinner while the other takes care of home

income being taxed at a higher percentage. The

duties, possibly with some part time or casual

table below outlines the current income tax rates

work, you can potentially lower your combined

There are many other strategies that can be

for individuals.

tax liability by investing or holding bank accounts

utilised to help reduce your overall tax liabilities

in the name of the lower income earner. This

including salary sacrificing or making personal

Tax Rate

results in the income being generated from these

concessional contributions into superannuation.

0%

investments and/or bank accounts be taxed at the

Which ones are right for you really depends on

lower income earner’s marginal tax rate.

your own family’s financial circumstances.

Income $0 - $6,000 $6,001 - $37,000

15% over $6,000

$37,001 - $80,000

$4,650 + 30% over $37,000

Salary sacrificing or making personal concessional

Fiona Mountford is a financial planner at TFS

$80,001 - $180,000

$17,550 + 37% over $80,000

contributions into superannuation can also help

Financial Planning. For more information call

$180,001 +

$54,550 + 45% over $180,000

reduce your taxable income.

(07) 4046 5555 or visit www.tfs.net.au

Time to study?

by Diane Clarke

money saving tips Readers sharing tips:

Many of us can still vividly remember the sighs of relief we breathed when we left school in our teens. But what if as adults we realise that to get a job, gain a promotion or change careers there are new skills we still need to learn?

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Here are some great reasons why gaining a

• Study doesn’t have to mean sitting in a

formal qualification as an adult isn’t as painful

classroom. Maybe on-line or correspondence

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as you may think.

delivery will suit you better.

• You are in control of choosing the right

• Adult education is nothing like school

qualification for your career pathway.

and you will probably love every minute of

• Investigate Recognition of Prior Learning

learning.

(RPL) where a training organisation can issue a

Diane Clarke, CEO, RediTeach Essential

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Training, www.rediteach.edu.au

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your local area and stock up on specials.

You can save as much as 50% off the

brands you normally buy.

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shopping!

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Grand parents Story thanks to Elaine Seager

generation gap Most grandparents love their role in the family – they’ve done all the hard yakka of raising their own kids and now they can sit back and enjoy quality time with their grandchildren. How often do we hear the quip about them getting to have all the fun and then being able to hand them back when they’ve had enough?

These days though, handing them back is not so easy with many grandparents taking a more active role in the raising of grandchildren. While there are no official figures it has been estimated that modern grandparents provide as much as 50% of childcare in Australia. The increase in single parent families, mums going back to work and the cost of formal childcare causes many to rely, at least in part, on family members to share the responsibility.

Whilst there are obvious benefits to this arrangement, including the fact that the children are being looked after by people who genuinely care about them, there are both positive and negative aspects for the grandparents. On the one hand it provides them with an opportunity to build a close bond with their grandchildren but on the other, caring for young children again after all these years can be both physically and mentally challenging.

Research has shown that grandparents’ degree of satisfaction with this caring role is related to the amount of communication and negotiation that occurs within the family. Clear agreements and boundaries obviously need to be set up beforehand to prevent any tensions occurring.

Grandparents are at the time of life where they value their free time too so whilst they’re happy to help their children out they are also sensitive to being ‘put upon’ and used as unpaid babysitters.

Of course, not all grandparents are the same.

Some grandparents gladly jump at the chance to be involved and love feeling needed again; for others burping and changing nappies doesn’t quite fit with their dreams for retirement and can limit their social life (it’s not quite so easy for

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grandparents to meet their friends for a coffee with a 3 year old pulling at their ankles). Parents may also need to be especially considerate of younger grandparents who are still working themselves, since they can end up juggling responsibilities just as much as the parents.

Whatever role the grandparents in your family play there’s no denying that children who are lucky enough to have a bond with their grandparents benefit greatly from the extra love and encouragement they receive through this special relationship.

Seniors Week is 20-28 August. The Council will be running a ’Seniors Got Talent’ competition.

Whether it’s singing, dancing, juggling or playing an instrument, seniors with a desire to perform are invited to take part. The heats start at 10am and will be held in the following locations: 4 AUG – Brothers Leagues Club, Manunda 9 AUG – Cazalys, Westcourt 10 AUG – Port Douglas Hall 10 Aug – Hambledon House, Edmonton 12 Aug – Glenmead Retirement Village, Redlynch 16 AUG – The Parks Retirement Village, Earlville 16 AUG – Mossman Shire Hall 18 AUG – Cairns Central 22 AUG – Stockland To register, call Ann on 4044 3020 or email a.lecomte@cairns.qld.gov.au with your name, contact details, preferred heat location and description of your talent. Free grandparents barbecue on the Esplanade on 26 August, during which the Talent grand final will be held.

Stockland will also have a week of Seniors entertainment like Bingo, singalongs, and other games from 22-27 August 11.30-12.30 daily.

Top 10 things grandparents can do with their grandchildren: • Introduce them to different music – play your old ‘records’, sing them ‘My Generation’ and ‘When I’m 64’!

• Teach them about your favourite hobbies eg. knitting, crocheting, woodwork, gardening etc • Show them your old photo albums, tell them about their family and share your life stories • Play ‘what do you know?’ games • Show them old mementoes and things you’ve collected • Do a puzzle together • Make and play with homemade toys eg. paper aeroplanes •

Write letters – today’s Gen Z’s know how to play on iphones but there’s still nothing to beat the excitement of receiving snail mail

• Keep a scrapbook of all the things you do together • Teach them how to play chess or card games

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Women & wheels Story thanks to Dan Miller

In the drivers seat: save $$$ 100% edible

Handmade decorations

for your cakes

Our icingbits turn your cakes into works of art!

For info call 0410 107 722 or visit www.icingbits.com

Let me make your new car dreams a reality • Car Loans • Commercial Loans • Equipment Finance • Home & Investment Loans • Debt & Income Protection Suite 6, 140 Mulgrave Road, Cairns PHONE: 4041 1997 • FAX: 4041 6355 EMAIL: julia@cairnscarloans.com.au WEB: www.cairnscarloans.com.au

Auto Spectacular 17-18 SEPTEMBER 2011 FROM 9AM

Showcasing the very best Street Machines, Beaut Utes & jaw dropping bikes, be ready to hear the roar of these engines & smell the burning rubber.

Entry Fees: $10 per adult • $6 per child (6-13) • Kids 5 & under FOC

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Between rego, insurance, maintenance and fuel it might feel like all you do is pour money into the family car. But don’t fret because there are a few ways you can keep those car costs down.

Picking a Car

Tyres

conditioner use and get rid of anything that adds

When buying a car remember, the bigger the

You can make your tyres last longer by regularly

haven’t used in a year).

car the more fuel is needed to power it and the

checking tyre pressure. Correctly inflated tyres

more cash you’ll have to fork over at the petrol

will also mean less drag and thus save on fuel.

station. While for many mums driving a compact

Your owner’s manual will have the correct tyre

car might be impractical, you can reduce running

pressure for your car. Alternatively you can ask at

costs by getting the smaller model of the type

your local tyre retailer.

of car you need. In fact, according to a recent survey conducted by RACQ, driving a compact SUV rather than an all terrain 4WD can result in savings of approximately $119 a week, that’s

drag to your vehicle (like those roof racks you

It’s also important to remember that fuel prices change daily. While generally it’s cheaper to fill up in the middle of the week, in Queensland for the last three months Saturday has been the cheapest day. Petrol stations really jack up their

Ensuring tyres don’t wear unevenly, by driving

prices before a long weekend so if you know one

slowly around corners and roundabouts and

is coming up try to fill up earlier in the week.

getting regular wheel alignments, will also help to make them go that extra mile.

Maintenance

Fuel

If your mechanic is trying to charge you a grand

cheaper than the rest, but is going to require

If you feel like you are taking a beating at the

sprocket’ get a second opinion. If something your

$2000 in repairs in six months time isn’t going

bowser of late, maybe it’s time to adjust your

mechanic says doesn’t sound right, RACQ offers a

to save you money in the long run. If you are

driving style. The number one rule is drive

free technical advice service to members.

uncertain about the car’s condition, RACQ runs a

smoothly. Fast acceleration is when your car

mobile vehicle inspection service.

burns the most petrol. Also try to minimise air-

more than $6000 a year. Because cars depreciate in value quickly, buying second hand can be a good way to go. However a car that’s $1000

to fix the ‘accelerometer capacitor adjustor

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Proarch Podiatry Story thanks to Tyson Franklin

heel spurs Heel spurs are a very common but misunderstood problem. Many people who have heel pain just assume that it’s the result of a heel spur, but this is not necessarily the case. They may even believe that not much can be done about it other than surgery. Wrong!

If you stopped a hundred people in the street

foot and lower limb problems. A heel spur is

Tearing of the Plantar Fascia is one cause of

and had their feet X-rayed, you would discover

really a traction spur. On the bottom of the foot

heel pain but it’s not the only cause. Heel pain

that a large percentage of people have heel spurs

is a group of tissues called the Plantar Fascia

in children has a completely different cause.

but don’t even realise. So the existence of a heel

that attaches itself to the heel bone. The Plantar

This is why it is important to see somebody

spur does not equal pain.

Fascia can sometimes tear away slightly from its

that is specifically trained in diagnosing and

attachment to the heel bone and this creates a

treating foot conditions. You wouldn’t go to

micro-bleed in the area. Over time the bone cells

the Optometrist to have a tooth pulled, so why

then ossify the area of bleeding and cause a spur

would you take your feet anywhere else other

to develop.

than a Podiatrist?

X-rays are the only way to confirm the presence of a spur. Even if you’ve had an X-ray though, it’s still a good idea to consult a Podiatrist to get a complete diagnosis for heel pain, just in case something else is causing the pain. Since heel

Most people when they have heel pain will

Tyson Franklin is a Podiatrist at PROARCH

spurs are not usually painful it’s quite possible

notice it first thing in the morning when they’re

PODIATRY (Earlville). Call 4033 2218 to make an

that your foot pain is being caused by something

getting out of bed, or upon rising if they have

appointment or for further information visit their

else even though you just happen to have a heel

been seated for some time. The pain can be

website www.proarch.com.au

spur. The best way to find out for sure what’s

quite intense, however once they get mobile and

causing your problems is to see an expert in

warmed up the pain tends to subside.

Your school shoe specialists

506 Mulgrave Road PHONE: 4054 6421 16

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Walk Right Footwear are the only Clarks Footwear fitting specialists in Cairns, and when it comes to fitting children’s shoes you want someone who knows exactly what they are doing. Every team member at Walk Right Footwear has undergone a specialised training program developed

by Clarks Australia as growing feet need specialised attention.

Different foot-types deserve different orthotics Cairns • Phone: 4033 2218 • 488 Mulgrave Rd (opposite Stockland) Smithfield • Phone: 4038 3838 • Smithfield Shopping Centre (nxt to Coles)

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Woree Family Medical Centre

PakHealth feature

“ALL PATIENTS BULK BILLED” • Child & AdolesCent heAlth • Women’s heAlth • men’s heAlth (inCluding VAseCtomies) • skin CheCks • FemAle nurse (For PAP smeAr CliniC) • minor surgery

Woree Family

help for fussy eaters

medical Centre

• VACCinAtions • Free Childhood immunisAtions CoNSULTATIoNS: mondAy to FridAy 8am-5pm sAturdAy 8am-12pm oUr DoCTorS: • dr robert d’hotman • dr deepa gadhvi • dr matthew Warburton 1/600 Bruce Hwy, Woree (behind Calanna Pharmacy) For more inFormAtion PHoNE: 4033 2525

Awakening your energy is our specialty! nAturAl heAlth cAre sAfe for your entire fAMily • Acupuncture • naturopathy

Parents with children who are fussy eaters are the focus of a free, local nutrition workshop. Queensland Health Community Nutritionist, Nicola Ellis said the ‘Fun not Fuss with Food’ workshop aims to reduce problem eating behaviours and improve food intake for children aged 2-10 years.

Behavioural problems around food and

Nicola said. “ We know that poor dietary habits

mealtimes, such as food fads and picky eating,

during childhood can lead to chronic diseases

are common in children. If these behaviours are

later in life such as coronary heart disease, type 2

not addressed, children are at risk of developing

diabetes and obesity, so it’s important that these

both short and long term health problems such

problems are managed early.”

as nutritional imbalances, constipation, iron deficiency anaemia, failure to thrive and obesity.

problem eating and mealtime behaviours. They

problems experienced by parents that can make

gain the knowledge, skills and confidence to

family mealtimes a stressful and difficult time,”

introduce a wide range of nutritious foods to

Sleep and your children

The next Fun not Fuss with Food workshop will be held at Westcourt Community Health Centre on Tuesday 6 September from 12 – 2pm.

Bookings are essential.

For more information and to register for the workshop contact Meli Seneque on 4226 4482 or Gloria Cluever at Westcourt Community Health Centre 4226 4333.

thanks to Dr Julia Driscoll

“A good laugh and a good sleep are the best cures in a doctor’s handbook” is an old Irish proverb that applies to parents as well as kids. medication except under medical advice. The

3. Recognising and acting on your child’s

the body’s immune system. Sleep time is also

best way to deal with sleep problems is with a

particular signals of tiredness eg. being sooky,

• iridology • Kinesiology

growing time and time for the mind to process

“behavioural change” program to help them

rubbing their eyes, losing their concentration.

• Psychotherapist

and rest.

learn how to settle and sleep easily. This may

• herbalist

There are two forms of sleep in a sleep cycle:

Very qualified & experienced team of practitioners under one roof.

and process the days’ events and NREM (non rapid eye movement sleep) is quiet, deep sleep.

Having unsettled children is a very common problem but sleep is vital so don’t feel too

sPeciAlists in natural health Care

proud to seek help from your GP or child health nurse if you’re battling sleeplessness. At least 14 hours for the average 12 month old is vital.

open 6 days • 13 Anderson st, MAnundA • phone 07 4031 1124

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children’s nutritional needs and ways to manage

“Food refusal and fussy eating are common

REM (rapid eye movement) is when you dream

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The workshop teaches parents about their

their children, without all the fuss.

Sleep is essential for the healthy functioning of

• homeopathy • Massage

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Story thanks to Elaine Seager

Little children should not be given sedative

take a while but it’s more long lasting.

Some tips to try include:

4. Reading a bed-time story (15-30 mins).

5. Choosing some background noise that can be easily reproduced if you are away from

1. A good run around in the park or rough play

home, for example a fan whirring or a CD with

when Dad gets home from work to make sure

soothing music.

they are completely “tired out”

Dr Julia Driscoll is a doctor at Apple Tree

2. Developing a sleep routine eg. dinner, bath,

Medical Centre located in Smithfield, Cairns.

toilet, teeth. For babies you could include baby

She is also the author of “My Story”, an

massage. Spending quality time with them is

interactive children’s book to reduce sibling

especially important if they have been away

rivalry. For more information go to

from you all day at daycare.

www.juliaschildrensbooks.com

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PakHealth snippets Main story thanks to Elaine Seager

paint risks A new study has found that children who sleep in bedrooms containing fumes from water-based paints and solvents are two to four times more likely to suffer allergies or asthma.

Skin, hair & nails Skin, hair and nails are just as dependent on our overall health as our internal organs and they also need the nourishment found in fruit and vegetables. But if your nails are soft and brittle or your skin and hair are not

The study published in the journal of the

were to suffer from rhinitis, asthma, or eczema,

in good condition there are

Public Library of Science, analysed chemical

even when concentrations were low.

also specific supplements

compounds (PGEs) in the bedroom air of 400 toddlers and preschoolers. Researchers found that higher concentrations of these chemicals were linked with substantially higher rates of asthma, stuffy noses and eczema.

A history of repainting at least one room in the house pre or post-natal to the birth of the child

available. The Mario’s Range at Calanna includes a hair, skin and nails

was associated with a 63% increase in mean PGEs

package that contains all the essential

compared to those who never repainted. Thus,

nutrients they need including silica ($39.90).

repainting might have provided a sustained

The children with nasal allergies tended to have

exposure since the gestational period or shortly

a PGE concentration in their bedrooms that

following the birth.

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Active Living: Bouldering Classes

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In an effort to keep us all fit and healthy

to the ground, or the climb will go around an

shoes will be far more effective. New FREE

the Cairns Regional Council’s Active Living

object rather than up. Bouldering has all the

“Esplanade Bouldering” classes start from

program has introduced a new and innovative

fun of climbing, without the risk or the hassle

Tuesday 2 August at the Esplanade Bouldering

Bouldering Park next to the skate park on

of ropes. The Esplanade bouldering park has

Park from 5.30pm.

the Esplanade. Bouldering is an activity that

been designed to cater for everyone from

focuses on balance, strength anddynamics.

children through to experienced climbers. To

Unlike traditional climbing, it is built around

take part you’ll need climbing shoes, a chalk

individual moves or short sequences of moves.

bag and chalk to keep your hands dry. Normal

In many cases the hardest moves are closest

sneakers can be used but good-fitting rock

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Check www.cairnsesplanade.com.au for more details. Council will also be providing school holiday programs and a range of organised workshops to introduce bouldering.

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pakfood kids in the kitchen Gluten Free Playdough

parents in the pantry Oven Baked Chicken & Broccoli Risotto

• 400g (1 cup) of rice flour

• 2 tblsp olive oil

• 400g (1 cup) of cornflour OR equivalent amounts of any gluten free flour

• 500g chicken breasts

• 400g (1 cup) salt

• 1 tsp finely grated lemon zest

• 4 teaspoons cream of tartar

• 250g arborio rice

• 800ml (2 cups) water

• 3 cups chicken stock

• 2 tblsp vegetable oil

• 1 large head of broccoli

• Food colouring

• 1/3 cup parmesan cheese

• 1 onion, finely chopped • 2 cloves of garlic, crushed

• Sea salt & pepper

Method

Method

In a large saucepan, mix all the ingredients with a whisk to get rid of any lumps.

Gently heat up for 5 mins or so, stirring to make sure no lumps form and eventually the mixture will become firm. Allow the mixture to cool slightly, then knead the mixture for a couple of minutes, to ensure there are no lumps.

You can now start playing with the gluten free play dough! Any creative masterpieces can be left to air-dry for a few days then painted with kid-friendly non toxic paints. As this mixture contains a huge percentage of salt, it will keep for a few months in a sealed container, and better still, will taste so disgusting, your child will be dissuaded from eating it.

Preheat oven to 180oC. Heat one tablespoon of olive oil in a large casserole dish over high heat. Add the chicken and cook till golden brown, stirring frequently.

Remove chicken and set aside. Add remaining olive oil and the onion to the dish and cook, stirring occasionally until soft. Add garlic, and lemon zest, cook, stirring for 30secs. Add rice and stir to coat in mixture. Add stock and bring to boil before covering the casserole and place in oven for 20mins. Add the broccoli to the dish and cook for a further 3-4 mins until broccoli is just tender.

Stir through parmesan and season with salt and pepper.

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out & about

submit your photos

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kids

mag Myf showing off her butterfly face at

PakClub at Cazalys Dakota, Makenzie & Phoenix clowning

Cohen jumping for joy at PakClub

Serafina showing off her paint

Brielle at PakClub at Cazalys

around at PakClub at Cazalys

Adam & Sarah clowning around

Out & About photos thanks to anya at Cheeky Monkey Photography

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PakClub

Oz Opera

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Sunday 14 August 5-7pm at Cazalys

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ENTERTAINMENT/EVENT NAME Live Music: Street Talk Festival Opening Concert - Huge Night!

Jeff Lang Telling Tales - 15min performance for Kids Telling Tales - 15min performance for Kids Moonlight Cinema presents: Transformers 3: Dark of the Moon 3D Live Music: TBA Live Music: Big Noise LIVE IN AUDITORIUM: George FIJI Veikoso Fathers Day Competition - starts Today - ends 2nd September.

UMI Arts Big Talk One Fire Concert feat. Zennith & Black Image Family Life Forum Annual Pyramid Race Day Event Moonlight Cinema presents: Bad Teacher Live Music: Carrizma Overflow FNQ Grand Parade and Fireworks Spectacular CIAF Closing Concert feat. The Medics MUM & BABY Well being Morning - meet mums and have fun Festival Free Film Series - Check out website for movies Live Music: Rino & Jade Baby Rhyme Time Festival Free Film Series - Check out website for movies Ten Tenors Pecha Kucha Night BABES IN ARMS: Jane Eyre ArtBabies - Paper Clay Sculpture Baby Rhyme Time Festival Free Film Series - Check out website for movies An Evening With Kim Woodring Live Music: Vikarious Storytime and Rhyme Time Storytime Richard Clapton Live Music: Sunbirds Live Music: DFRS Sit Down Comedy Club Circus OZ Steampowered Live Music: Rino & Jade Live Music: Sweet K Circus OZ Steampowered Cairns Tropical Pride Live Music: Carrizma Circus OZ Steampowered Festival Big Band Extravanganza QLD Poetry Slam 2011 Circus OZ Steampowered Festival Free Film Series - Check out website for movies

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Brothers Leagues Club Cairns Civic Theatre Fogarty Park Birch Carroll & Coyle Cairns Civic Theatre Fogarty Park

Live Music: Rino & Jade Circus OZ Steampowered Festival Free Film Series - Check out website for movies BABES IN ARMS: Friends With Benefits Circus OZ Steampowered Festival Free Film Series - Check out website for movies

green = kids

TIME 9:30 AM 7:30 PM 7:00 PM

blue = adults

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Zoe Strickland Hypnobirthing classes Hypnobirthing birth preparation classes Every Wed @ 5.30pm > Call 0420 504 421 to book GO Bowling Cairns Every Saturday & Sunday is “Cheap As Chips” night Mon-Fri > Mums Club up to 24pp for 2hrs for $99* (before 6pm) Mon-Sun > Ticket of Fun with up to 24pp for 2hrs for $99* (before 6pm, local junior sports groups only) For more information visit www.gobowling.com.au

Cairns Recreation Centre Heaps of fun activities for kids 7 days a week. For further information and session times call (07) 4053 5353 Active Living (Fun Free Fitness) (07) 4044 3715 - For all timetables & class info go to: www.cairnsesplanade.com.au/funfreefitness The SANDS Support group meets on the second Sunday of each month 10am-12pm at the Manoora Community Centre (Cnr Marchant & Murray Streets, Manoora). If you would like more info call Kelly on 4033 7917 or Nerissa on 4098 3089.

The 24/7 phone listeners line is 1800 228 655.

Cairns PCYC Monday to Thursday - Kindy Kidz Gym @ 9am-10am Cost is $7. Call (07) 4053 1532 for more information.

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Brothers Leagues KIDS Club Every Sun - Kids Disco 3.30pm-6pm (ages 3-12yrs)

Cooktown Markets Every Sat from 8am - noon at Lions Park

Mt Sheridan Markets 2nd Sat of month at Mt Sheridan Plaza

Babinda Markets 1st Sat of each month, except January, from 8am, Munro St

Gordonvale Cottage Markets 1st Sat of each month from 8am-12pm at Norman Park

Pier Farmgate Market 7.30am-2pm every Sat at the Pier Shopping Centre

Rusty’s Markets All day Fri, until 2pm Sat & Sun, Grafton St

Innisfail Red Cross Markets 3rd Sun of each month at Anzac Memorial Park

Port Douglas Markets Every Sun from 8.30am-2pm at Anzac Park

Esplanade Markets Every Sat from 8am-4pm at the Esplanade

Kuranda Markets Every Wed, Thu, Fri & Sun 9am-3pm in Therwine St

Ravenshoe Markets 4th Sun of the month

Holloways Beach Markets 2nd Sun of month 8am-1pm at Holloways Beachfront

Malanda Markets 3rd Sat of each month from 6am-12pm at Jack May Park

Mt Sheridan Markets 2nd Sat of every month

Mareeba Markets 2nd Sat of each month at Centenary Park, Byrnes St

SPeewah Markets Every Sun 8am-2pm Carpark of the Speewah Tavern, Speewah Road, 6ks past Kuranda

Night Markets Daily from 4.30pm-11pm, entry from Espanade or Abbott St

Mission Beach Markets 1st & 3rd Sun of each month 6.30am-12pm, opposite Hideaway

Tanks Art Centre Markets Last Sun of each month from 9am-1pm

Mossman Markets Every Sat from 7am-12pm under the raintrees

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Swap Meet @ Rodeo Drive-in Mareeba Every Sun from April-September, Highway 3 Tolga Markets First Sun of each month at Morrow Park Race Course Tully Markets Every second & fourth Sat of each month at Tully Showgrounds Yungaburra Markets Fourth Sat of each month 7.30am-12.30pm in the Main St

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out & about

submit your photos

email to: photos@pakmag.com.au

s’ Picnic

Reon & his cuddly friend at Teddy Bear

Sonny & Lotso getting amongst it at

Kai, Takisha & Kai out & about

Cooder enjoing his icecream

the Teddy Bears’ Picnic

Fashion fun at Teddy Bears’ Picnic

Arianna at Teddy Bears’ Picnic

Out & About photos thanks to anya at Cheeky Monkey Photography

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cairns obstetrics & gynaecology

PakBaby feature

T h e O N LY C h O i C e F O R e x C e L L e N C e i N W O M e N ’ S h e A LT h

• ONLY private female obstetrician in town.

• ONLY private lactation service in Cairns.

• ONLY private ultrasound service for obstetrics

• ONLY private obstetrician in Cairns routinely giving

performed and reported by an obstetrician with post

15 minute antenatal appointments after a 30 minute

graduate diploma in high risk obstetric ultrasound.

booking visit.

• ONLY private nuchal translucency service with results given at time of scan.

Story thanks to Bree James

• ONLY place in Far North Queensland where a lactation consultant is able to fit you properly for a maternity bra.

• ONLY private obstetrician bulk billing routinely for antenatal services after a one-off “pregnancy management fee” is paid – this is further discounted for women having second and subsequent babies and

• ONLY private obstetrician routinely working with midwifery support.

• ONLY private CTG service outside of hospital.

is also eligible for a Medicare rebate.

See us on line at www.cairns-obgyn.com.au • PHONE us on 4031 5811 or send us a fax on 4041 3615 or just drop in! We’re upstairs on the Mezzanine Level at The Pier at the Marina, next to the Shangri-La.

hypno-what the?

Follow the signs to Dr. Natalie Kiesey-Calding (MBBS, FRANZCOG, RCOG/RCR Dip Adv Obs US)

Bree James discovers how hypnobirthing can help expectant mums mentally prepare for labour As you all probably know by now I have recently

10% physical and 90% emotional so I now realise

about the actual process of childbirth as well

given birth for the second time and it all

that approaching my first birth with blinkers on

as relaxation techniques and how to work with

happened in one hour! Yes, even I can’t believe

and just hoping for the best was not such a good

my body rather than against it. Rather than

that I’m one of those lucky women who had a

strategy.

approaching this birth with fear and trepidation,

quick and easy labour, but it has to be said that it wasn’t quite so easy first time around. My first labour was traumatic – I had to be induced because I was two weeks overdue and then it all turned in to a long blur of immense pain and medical intervention. IV drips, epidural, episiotomy and a suction cap for baby left me

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feeling utterly exhausted. It was not a great start to motherhood and I felt like a failure.

Second time around I wanted to have a more empowering experience of labour. So with 10 weeks to go I started taking really good care of

needed to believe that was possible.

Let’s face it, childbirth is a natural process that

ensured I didn’t have any swelling or muscle

women have been doing for a long time and our

cramps, I saw a chiropractor a few times to

bodies know what to do, but fear often gets in

ensure my spine was in alignment, I saw Julie

the way of a natural and positive birth.

from Awakening Therapies for acupuncture fortnightly then weekly in the last month, I did gentle pilates classes with Fitness Form and

second time around? I have to admit that when I

Function, so my muscles and core where strong

found out I was pregnant again I was scared, and

and I enrolled in Zoe Strickland’s Hypnobirthing

then my fear turned in to guilt for not being very

classes.

for joy at the thought of giving birth again?

positive that I could have a good birth. And I

myself; I took vitamins and tissue salts which

So how come my experience was so different the

excited. And who can blame me for not jumping

these classes made me feel confident and

That’s certainly been my experience anyway. I was far more mentally prepared this time around and as a result I had a wonderfully empowering, strangely ‘pain-free’ birth. I never imagined that childbirth could be pain-free! I’ve also noticed that Sean is a far more content quiet baby and

I didn’t really know what hypnobirthing was until

because I had natural birth I’ve had no troubles

I met Zoe but by doing the course I learned why

with my milk either.

Looking back I can now see that I didn’t prepare

I had the birthing experience I had the first time

myself very well for childbirth the first time. I

and how to make it different. The philosophy

tried not to think about it and kept myself really

of hypnobirthing is that childbirth is a normal,

busy right to the very end. I was blasé and just

healthy function that can be accomplished

hoped I’d cope. It has been said that labour is

naturally, gently and safely. I learned more

If you would like more info about hypnobirthing call Zoe Strickland on 0420 504421. She is a certified practitioner and offers private and group classes in Cairns. You can also go to www.hypnobirthing.com

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New nappies

Local business, Absolutely Baby, have just launched a new modern cloth nappy brand.

Why is mum so tired?

Using cloth nappies not only helps the environment it also saves you lots of dollars (several thousand over the course of your

By Julie Simpson from Awakening Therapies If we put down the superwoman suit and evaluate our busy lives we can find many reasons to feel tired. I won’t even mention the sleep deprivation!

Our bodies have a few simple requirements including basic nutrition - that means more than a bite of leftover toast. Did you know amino acids (proteins) only stay in the body for a few hours? They are the building blocks of our structures and hormones and we need

to eat them often. Protein sources are fish, eggs, meat, seeds and nuts. Water is also important; it’s hard to function well when the body is dehydrated and our skin can be one of the first places to show it. Of course, we also need oxygen! When was the last time you took a deep breath? Breathing deeply floods the body with oxygen.

For more specific solutions to tiredness see Julie at Awakening Therapies.

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baby’s nappy-wearing days). To celebrate

and birthdays, Koolaman Designs is owned

the launch Absolutely Baby are giving away

and run by two sisters, who specialise in

two Absolutely Baby Nappies and a pack of

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flushable bamboo nappy liners to one lucky

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the business from their homes and the pieces are handstamped at Koolaman

Colic

station, a remote property in rural NSW. The pieces range from pendants, bangles, earrings, cufflinks and chains. For more information and to view the entire range, go to www.koolamandesigns.com.au

Thanks to Helen Bailey, Calanna Baby Nurse We all know how frustrating it can be to

Burping after each feed is also important.

identify why our baby is crying and one of

Going for a walk or giving them a warm bath

the more difficult problems to identify is colic.

and gentle massage may also soothe them.

Colic can affect up to 20% of babies in the first few months and it has no known causes

Baby first aid One minute your toddler is sitting quietly, the next you turn around to see them launching off the sofa. Or death-defying attempts at riding a scooter end up in a crumpled mess at the bottom of the driveway. Broken bones and bruises are a normal part of growing up. So here’s what to do when it’s time to put Humpty Dumpty back together again.

although wind and indigestion have been • For sprains and strains remember RICE: Rest; Icepacks; Compression and Elevation.

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suggested as culprits. Colic may be relieved in a number of ways such as swaddling the baby, holding and rocking the baby, sitting baby upright when feeding and smaller frequent feeds. Breastfeeding mothers should also avoid tea, coffee, spicy foods and alcohol.

If you’re bottle-feeding make sure the flow is not too fast.

Colic is not harmful. It is not recommended to give medication, however if you are finding it difficult to cope talk to your GP. Eliminating cows milk protein from your baby’s diet might help; this should be done for one week to see if it makes any difference. There are also a number of drops available that work by unblocking the trapped wind in the stomach when babies have swallowed air. Seek advice from your Pharmacist.

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Opening Notes If you had a baby in the last year you’ll know about the Cairns Festival project to give each newborn baby a welcome gift that reflects the cultural identity of the Far North. It includes locally produced music and images of the region. It will be continued this year with a new gift package being launched on 19 August as the Festival opens.

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pakparent Babes in arms

This month’s Babes in Arms movie sessions at Birch Carroll & Coyle Cinemas are: AUG 3 - Bad Teacher AUG 10 - Harry Potter 7 Part 2 3D AUG 17 - Glee 3D (*3D sites only) AUG 24 - Jane Eyre AUG 30 - Friends with Benefits Don’t forget that any noisy under 5 year olds are welcome! And, the lights are dimmed rather than dark so they can wander around.

Kate’s take on family life When did I become responsible for everything

it in between cleaning my teeth, washing the

that goes wrong in my family’s lives? Whether

dishes and packing the car.

it’s a missing kindy hat, a broken trophy or an empty jar of vegemite, the blame is always directed squarely at me. I’ve taken on a lot of roles since becoming a mother - housekeeper, chauffeur and porter to name a few. But at no stage do I remember agreeing to head the COMPLAINTS DEPARTMENT. After thoughtfully packing the kindy hat the night before, I’m not the person who removed it from its bag to place it in a “safe” location. Yet somehow I’m expected to locate it’s whereabouts while I make breakfast, pack lunches and dress everyone for the day.

I’m also not the person who broke the trophy after climbing the draws in my room to get it.

But I am however, the person expected to fix

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And, I’m certainly not the person who finished off the vegemite and placed the empty jar back in the fridge, failing to add it to the shopping list. In fact, I’m the only person in

Is it time you went out and had some adult

the house THAT DOESN’T EAT IT.

time? With the Cairns Festival just around

So, as I finally back out of the driveway already

for parents to get out and do something

15 minutes late, and hear the words, “Mummy

different including the Late Night Supper

YOU forgot to get me something for show and

Clubs at the Havana Music Café (113 Lake

tell,” I can comfort myself with the knowledge

Street). Saturdays (10pm-midnight) will be

that three people’s whole worlds would fall

Lush with a tasty selection of burlesque and

apart without me. At least that’s what I tell

cabaret performances, accompanied by

myself!

Havana style cocktails, canapes and other

Kate van Eck is a freelance writer and stressed-out mother of two.

the corner there will be lots of opportunities

delicious pleasures. Apparently “Lush is the place to unwind, let your hair down, cosy up and get your groove on” so if you’ve lost your groove maybe it’s time to find it!

Get fit the fun way KINDY CHEER Saturday morning classes for kids 2-5 Kindy Cheer Program available for 2-5 year olds. Combination of song and dance + fun, fitness & friends!

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Wardrobe Wake Up Story thanks to Gerlinda Aras

fabulous after 40?

As we get older it’s easy to get stuck in a wardrobe time warp but keeping your style updated can make you appear years younger.

Tips for staying youthful looking as you age: [1] Hair: Dying your hair will take years off your appearance but if you choose to go grey gracefully make sure you have a modern cut (like we’ve done here with Val).

[2] Makeup: ‘Less is more’ with makeup as you

What not to wear?

Or what to wear?

age so choose choose natural matte lipsticks and

We can ansWer your question!

and burgundy and also black which increases the

eye shadows. Anything frosted will sit in creases and send you right back to the 80’s!

[3] Colours: Avoid the stereotypical ‘menopause colours’ of dusty pink, dusty grey visual depth of wrinkles. Instead choose colours that reflect youthfulness and vitality such as turquoise and watermelon red.

[4] Style: Staying current with fashions will help you look younger. Choose knee length hemlines and avoid bulky textured fabrics such as tweed. Aim for well-fitted styles in smooth fabrics that flatter your shape. Patterns change each season so invest in staple pieces in a block

a new web-based program, My Private stylist, is transforming lives and wardrobes everywhere. stylist and image consultant Gerlinda aras said the program makes fashion recommendations for women, based upon their personal measurements. “the program tells you what clothing you should wear for your body shape, age and measurements. no matter if you require clothing for business or pleasure, My Private stylist makes recommendations for your clothing, hairstyle, shoes, eyewear and accessories,” Ms aras said. “ To find out more about the My Private stylist program, go to website www.mirrorimageconsultations.myprivatestylist.com/

Val’s makeover

Q&A with Val Schier Question 1: What’s your favourite fashion store? Answer: Vivienne Francine; I like supporting local designers.

Question 2: What do you love to shop for most? Answer: Jackets and brooches.

Question 3: How has your style changed as you’ve aged? Answer: It’s not as casual as it used to be.

Question 4: How would you describe your style? Answer: I like to reflect the tropics with colour and a bit of a creative edge (I like to be ‘out there’ a bit).

Question 5: What’s your favorite piece in your wardrobe? Answer: A beautiful Carla Zampatti jacket that I bought on sale; blokes often admire it which I find interesting!

After

Congratulations to Val Schier for just becoming a grandma!

neutral colour like charcoal or bone.

[5] Accessories: Adding chic accessories like a broach or necklace is an easy way to show

Thanks to: Bettina Beattie for

some personal flair but avoid matching sets of

makeup, Annalisa at Ipseity for hair, MYER

necklaces and earrings.

for the cowl top and JAG for the jeans.

Before Photography thanks to

Gerlinda Aras is a stylist and image consultant for Mirror Image Consultations. For more info: www.mirrorimageconsultations.com

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Declutter your life Story thanks to Amanda Cranston

Too much stuff!

Is your house congested with clutter? Maybe it’s time for a clear out.

People tend to accumulate clutter for lots of

food menus and wardrobe ensembles, through

She says there are many ways to pass on your

different reasons but when the kids come along

to setting up filing systems and storage systems

much loved items from exchanging clothes with

the increase in bits of plastic cluttering up your

that work. He believes it is important there is a

friends and donating to charity shops through

house is exponential. It can seem overwhelming

home for everything.

to holding a garage sale or selling your items

and if this is you, maybe it’s time for a big clear out.

a cluttered household as a result of her mother’s

include gifts you never liked, anything you

hoarding behaviour, and when she became an

haven’t used in over 12 months, broken items

adult she really struggled with managing clutter

you know you will never get around to fixing and

on her own. “I just couldn’t bring myself to throw

anything you don’t love anymore.

anything away, so I saw a professional organiser

on you. Boxes of baby clothes, old photos, favourite childhood books and toys are kept for sentimental reasons. Then there’s the clothes

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are recommended sites to try. After all, one man’s trash is another man’s treasure!

5 Tips for De-Cluttering

de-cluttering my home and now I am much more organised and efficient,” Belinda says. “I now understand how therapeutic and freeing it is to

[1] Do one room at a time

paperwork, holiday mementos and out-of-

Professional organiser, Roz Howland of In Order

[3] Do the superficial stuff first

control closets filled with clothes, shoes and

Organising, says many people feel an attachment

bags, just to name a few. You think that surely

to their clutter and their need for keeping an

one more box won’t make a difference, but then

item is often not so much about the item itself

you wake up one day and there’s no room left!

but the emotional association. She says two

[5] If you haven’t worn something in

good ways to manage clutter is to give a gift of

Oprah’s de-clutter expert, Peter Walsh, has a and his biggest tip is to cull unwanted clutter and

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[2] Do 15 minutes a day

fantastic website dedicated to managing clutter

Scuba Ranger Courses for 8-12 yr olds, plus Dive Clubs

who spent 12 months coaching me through

online. Websites like www.ebay.com, www.

get rid of stuff.”

you are hoping to fit back into one day, old

club

easy. Belinda from Edge Hill says she grew up in

So just what is considered clutter? Examples

It’s so easy for clutter to begin to creep up

kids

But for many people, culling clutter is not so

choose good storage solutions for everything else. By logging on to www.peterwalshdesign. com you can find out ways to simplify your life and be better organised from planning weekly

[4] Create 3 piles - ditch it, donate it

or keep it.

6 months, get rid of it

experience rather than a material possession when buying for others, and to use the “one-in and one-out rule”. “This means that for every item coming into the household, an existing

* Please note that clutter is very different to

item must be culled or thrown out to make room

hoarding and if you have hoarding tendencies

for the new,” Roz explains. Her website www.

then seeking professional help is advised. Also

inorderorganising.com.au also lists more tips.

check out www.challengingdisorganization.org

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Cairns Festival Story thanks to Elaine Seager

Ag

cairns festival 50 years of celebrating Far North Culture The Cairns Festival is a highlight of the Far

Woodfordian Institute of Street Performance.

at high noon, with the legendary mountain race

North’s calendar and has always been a

Their team will come to Cairns in early August

up the Pyramid from 2pm. Following the medal

celebration of the Far North’s culture, talents

to begin acting, clowning, and delivering street

presentations, it’s fireworks and free music into

and lifestyle. This year the Festival is celebrating

performance workshops for local performers to

the evening.

it’s 50th anniversary so the team behind it are

help train a local population of Gremlins for the

guaranteeing yet more fun in the sun. Here’s our

Cairns Festival. So, if you wonder what’s going on

pick of the Festival’s highlights:

it’s innovative and curious street theatre!

Muddy’s Art Village

Festival Opening Concert

In partnership with KickArts, the Festival has

The Grand Parade is one of Festival Cairns’ most highly anticipated free, family-fun events and is

Cairns Gondwana Indigenous Children’s Choir,

guaranteed to open the Festival with a big bang.

get creative. Stop by to explore casual activities,

Seaman Dan, Will Kepa and Friends will be

Get down there early to secure your position on

workshops, and art-making, guided by artists

performing at the Fogarty Park Stage at 7pm as

the Esplanade and to watch the procession of

and educators from around the region. Look for

part of the Festival’s free music series.

spectacular floats pass by.

Gordonvale Pyramid Race and Country Fair

Festival Free Film Series

of the Festival (weekdays 2pm-6pm, weekends 10am-6pm) and free for everybody.

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Far North Gremlin Camp

Now past its own half-century mark, Gordonvale’s

Wednesday of the Festival the Fogarty Park stage

Great Pyramid Race is an excuse to head South

be showing free films. Family films are planned

Watch out for Gremlin street performers during

in the name of mountain, community, and

but Wednesdays are reserved for an older crowd.

the Festival who will be exploring our shops

country fair. Markets open from 7.30am, with

There will also be free entertainment for your

and neighbourhoods. A main presence at the

entertainment from 10am. Plenty of kids rides,

picnic time before the films begin. Gather up

2010/11 Woodford Festival, these Gremlin

workshops, and even a petting zoo will make for

your friends and family, bring a blanket and your

characters were developed last year by the

the perfect family day. The opening ceremony is

picnic hamper, and enjoy six free movie nights.

Playground on the Esplanade. Open every day

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21 August – from 5pm

planned the perfect place for kids and families to

the giant inflatable building next to Muddy’s

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cairns festival Festival Steel Pan Workshop

Fitzroy Island Day in Paradise

24 August

28 August

This is your opportunity to learn how to play

Head out to Fitzroy for some serious fun in

the steel pan with with the free workshop at

the sun including a Catch and Cook Fishing

Fogarty park, provided by Cairns Pan Stars, from

Competition, Sea Food Buffet Extravaganza and

2pm-6pm.

Stand Up Paddleboard Demonstrations

The Grimstones: Mortimer Revealed

Cairns Regional Gallery Family Fun Day

26-28 August

3 September, 10am-5pm

Created by a deaf circus performer turned master

A free day of art and entertainment for the whole

puppeteer this national hit stage production

family. Visitors can view exhibitions, enjoy hands-

is a gothic fairy tale told with exquisite sets

on activities, listen to informative talks and watch

and puppets. The audience will enter Martha

a special film screening.

Grimstone’s fantastical world of giant books, old world marionettes and sign language as she

Bird Tour Walks

uncovers mysterious family secrets. It’s a quirky

19 August – 4 September

and inspiring tale that explores family, love and loss using magic, tenderness and humour. Centre of Contemporary Arts. Tickets $20/$15 and now available at TicketLink.

This is an exciting time of year for bird watching with thousands of birds migrating to the area.

Birding Cairns will conduct more than 25 guided walks and events to showcase our spectacular

tackling teens Ag

Opening Notes Project Cairns Festival is launching the second year of the Opening Notes project on 19 August, in partnership with Cairns Penny Savings and Loans. It provides newborn babies in the region with a special gift celebrating our local culture.

It includes a carefully compiled CD of home-grown music from Far North Queensland and a booklet of images revealing the region’s sense of place. The first 2011/2012 Opening Notes package will be gifted to the first baby born during the 50th Festival season.

Civic Theatre Entertainment

popular in the last couple of years. Some walks

• Australian Chamber Orchestra 2 (19 Aug)

especially geared for children.

• Ten Tenors (23 Aug)

bargains! Discover the Far North’s hidden secrets,

Carnival on Collins

• Circus Oz Steampowered (26-31 Aug)

and rummage for a bargain with host comedian

4 September, 9am-3pm

Far North Op Shop Tours 26-27 August One bus - Five stops - Forty people - Endless

and cabaret singer Joanne O’Callaghan. Since its creation in 2007, Op Shop Tours Australia has been successfully touring op shops in most major cities (with sell out seasons in the Adelaide Fringe Festival and Melbourne International Comedy Festival). Departs from the Endeavour Store Bus Stop in 76 Sheridan Street at 9.30am. Returns 1pm ($25/20). Tickets now available at TicketLink.

Far North Organic Experience 27 August Join a bus tour of local organic farms. Departs 8.15am at Reef Fleet Terminal. Check cairnsfest. com.au for details on this special excursion!

Festival Big Band Extravaganza 28 August Cairns Bands brings its Tropical Brass and Hotshots to the Festival stage at Fogarty Park.

The big band music begins at 6:00pm, and continues at 8:00pm with a special program by Top Shelf Big Band, who will serve up a revival of music from last year’s hit Mr Pinstripe Suit.

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local birdlife. These walks have proved to be very

The Father’s Day favourite, Carnival on Collins, is in to its third decade and is the perfect wrap-up to the Festival and a great family day out. Collins Ave and the Botanic Gardens will be packed to the gunnels with food, stalls, music and rides for the kids.

Festival Finale & Fireworks with Tijuana Cartel

4044 3594 or visit www.cairnsfest.com.au

• What evidence is there that something bad will happen? What else could happen? What happened when they worried before? What has happened to other people in the same situation?

• If the event did happen how would they handle it? What will they do about how they feel?

This may help put your son’s fears and worries

If you continue to have concerns, it may be appropriate to request a referral to the school’s Guidance Officer or a psychologist for counselling.

Denise Bewert is a Guidance Officer, 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 email to: denise.bewert@bigpond.com

• Jeff Lang (20 Aug) • Tanks Pecha Kucha Night (24 Aug)

• Tripod (1 Sept)

For more information contact Cairns Festival on

• What are their thoughts and feelings about this event?

• The Panics (19 Aug)

• Richard Clapton (26 Aug)

fireworks start at 8.45pm.

• What event is causing the anxiety? What is happening? What has happened?

Find out all you can from organisations such as the Clinical Research Unit for Anxiety and Depression (www.crufad.unsw.edu.au); Beyond Blue and the Macquarie Psychology Unit (www. psy.mq.edu.au/profserv.htm).

Tanks Entertainment

music of Tijuana Cartel, and let loose as the 50th

before! Fogarty Park Festival Stage 7pm. The

Working through these questions can help fearful teenagers think more realistically and therefore reduce anxiety:

in perspective. Another strategy is for you to challenge his negative thoughts and words (Ask him: Is that really how it is?)

• Kasey Chambers & Shane Nicholson (4 Sept)

Finish your Festival season with the rollicking

fireworks, and a show like you’ve never seen

We are all born with two fears – the fear of falling and the fear of loud noises, but as we develop, so too do the number and intensity of our fears. However, when people worry excessively, experience a general sense of doom or are scared for no particular reason, there is cause for concern. Anxious children may have learned that the world is a dangerous place from observing parents, relatives, peers or the media. Your son may be overestimating the likelihood and

seriousness of something bad happening to him.

Glass Onion (1 Sept)

• An Evening with Jim Woodring (25 Aug)

company, A Bright Nite, will provide the finale

READER QUESTION: My Year 9 son suffers from anxiety. Among other things, he worries constantly about his teachers and school, how he looks and whether or not his friends will keep liking him. His anxiety appears to be making it difficult for him to concentrate in class and to enjoy his time with friends and family.

• John Waters: Looking through the

4 September

Anniversary program comes to a close. Local

Columnist Denise Bewert answers your questions about handling challenges with today’s teenagers.

• Renee Geyer & Sextet (2 Sept) • Earthed: Tanks Festival Lounge Experience the atmosphere of a nightclub while enjoying amazing new-media, visual and performance art, set in Tanks’ contemporary surrounds. Earthed will be open to the public weekdays, 19 to 26 August, and on all nights Tanks Arts Centre has concerts and events during the eight day installation.

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Family activities Story thanks to Elaine Seager

Why don’t we...

Fun things to do with your family in August Bike Riding

Cairns will be alive with art exhibitions and live

How much do your kids know about the history

wheels and taking in the fresh air and scenic

music performances when the Festival kicks off

of Cairns? In fact, how much do you know about

views around Cairns. And, with the Council busily

from 19 August so what better time to soak up all

the history of Cairns?

opening new cycle paths for us to enjoy this is a

that musical fun with the kids. The Fogarty Sound

great time to get out and do some freewheeling

Stage will be the venue for lots of free concerts

as a family.

including:

The popularity of cycling is on the rise, with

• Cairns Gondwana Indigenous Children’s Choir,

Heritage iPhone Tour to celebrate the history of

statistics showing bicycle sales to be higher than

Seaman Dan, Will Kepa and Friends 19 August

the region and the Festival’s 50th anniversary.

car sales throughout Australia in recent years.

at 7pm.

Grab the kids and take your iPhone along to dig

more shared pathways for cyclists, pedestrians, skateboarders and rollerbladers so you can get out and exercise as a family in our beautiful environment away from the traffic.

The most recently opened cycleway goes all the way from the CBD to Aeroglen but if that 6km ride is a little much for the shorter legs in your family you can also enjoy a nice relaxed ride around Centenary Lakes.

Maps of Cairns’ existing and proposed bicycle routes are available at www.cairns.qld.gov.au or by contacting Cairns Regional Council.

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Go on a history tour

There is nothing quite like setting out on two

Our Council has embraced this trend by creating

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Listen to live music

• Snake Gully, Carinda Christie and Johno’s Blues Band will be performing a Festival Icons of the Far North Concert from 6pm.

• Big Band Extravaganza on 28 Aug from 6pm.

Maybe it’s time you took a trip in to yesterday with the help of the Cairns Festival and the Cairns Historical Society who have created the Cairns

beneath the shiny surface of modern day Cairns with this self-guided iPhone tour of 20 heritage sites around the city, including images, spokenword stories and fascinating information on historical sites and influential people, dating back to 1896. Listen to stories recounted by Cairns

The music will be diverse and is a great way

locals, recounting fascinating people and places

to introduce our kids to different sounds and

in Far North history.

the fun of live performances. The big band extravaganza is another great way to get the kids excited about playing musical instruments and if they get really inspired there will be another concert at Brothers Leagues Club on 1 Sept which will include the Cairns Youth Stage band.

Sites along the iPhone tour include the old dance halls, the ‘Golden Block’, the Indigenous Hospital Camp, Floating Sea Baths, Lovers’ Bower, Russian Guns, Chinatown, the Lit Sung Goong Temple, the Red Light District, Rusty’s Market, Barbary Coast and the Marlin Marina, among others.

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Book Week Story thanks to Amanda Cranston

Graeme Base’s world Secret clues, cryptic messages and hidden images are all popular trademarks of Australian author and illustrator Graeme Base, and provide another dimension to his picture books that delight readers of all ages. If you have never read a Graeme Base book, then you are missing out!

going back in time...

Local Cairns author and mother, Jacqueline Larsen, has just launched her new book The Rainbow Necklace, an inspiring book based on The Australian Girl™ characters Matilda, Emily, Amy, Belle and Jasmine.

Graeme is an international award-winning

the reader to find within the larger picture. In

singer of his band whom he married and has

picture book creator who has produced classics

The Legend of the Golden Snail, there are snail

three children with, and he says the inspiration

like Animalia, My Grandma Lived in Gooligulch,

crossbones hidden as a watermark on each page,

for most of his books comes from family holidays.

The Eleventh Hour, Jabberwocky, The Sign of the

and there is a real sense of achievement as a

“A scuba diving holiday in the Caribbean led to

Seahorse, The Worst Band in the Universe, The

reader when you find each one.

The Sign of the Seahorse, a safari in Kenya and

Waterhole, The Discovery of Dragons, Truck Dogs, The actual Australian Girl™ dolls were created

to girls today. The Rainbow Necklace is set in

Girl™ character has such a different personality

in 2008 by Perth-based grandmother Helen

1935 and will teach girls how the pedal radio was

that girls will be able to relate and identify with

Schofield who wanted her granddaughters to

used to contact the early Flying Doctors and will

at least one of them. Matilda, Emily, Amy, Belle

have non-sexualised dolls that could also be seen

introduce them to the story of Australian polio

and Jasmine are all really great role models for

as good role models. Already they are gaining

pioneer, Sister Elizabeth Kelly.

girls today.”

quite a following in Australia.

Jungle Drums, Uno’s Garden, Enigma and most recently The Legend of the Golden Snail.

magical images and creative characters, Graeme

waiting to pick up my artwork, then it is finished.”

says he is still often referred to as the puzzle guy.

“Someone said to me once ‘you’re the puzzle

Using strong family values, Jacqueline’s book The

with inspirational, amazing women and I wanted

good bookstores (RRP $14.95) and online from

guy’, and I remember thinking that I didn’t want

Rainbow Necklace is an informative fast-paced

to find a fun and exciting way for our current

www.australiangirldoll.com.au

to be known as the puzzle guy. But really I just

adventure story about the five girls travelling

Australian girls to learn about them.” She says

back in time to learn about Australian history and

her new book aimed at 7-10 year olds will teach

significant women from our past. This is the first

girls how different life was for kids their own age

of many adventure stories about the Australian

back in 1935. “Hopefully it will help young girls

Girl™ dolls which will be set in different eras to

develop a sense of national identity and pride

introduce strong female Australian role models

in their history,” she says. “Plus each Australian

can’t resist it, I love it and always end up creating a puzzle of some kind with every book I write,” he laughs. Graeme explains that the clues and hidden images are an integral part of the design so they are factored in right from the start when he starts working on his illustrations. On every page of The Waterhole Graeme has incorporated images of animals from each continent for

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finished, he jokes, “basically when the publisher rings me and tells me there is a taxi outside

The Rainbow Necklace is available in all

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when asked how he decides when his artwork is

An amazing illustrator who creates the most

Jacqueline says, “Australia’s history is littered

WIN this book!

All of Graeme’s illustrations are quite intricate so

From the age of 10 Graeme always knew he wanted to be a commercial artist, and is lucky to have been able to fulfil this dream. “I used to sell my paintings to teachers at high school. I remember selling a big black and white painting I did of a dragon to my English teacher, and I sold to other teachers too,” he says. But he also did his dues by doing paper rounds, stacking supermarket shelves, working as a barman in

Tanzania resulted in The Waterhole and a hotel room in France with a brass bell on the wall inspired The Legend of the Golden Snail,” he explains.

Graeme shares that his favourite childhood books were Winnie the Pooh, Wind in the Willows and Lord of the Rings, and says his proudest career moment was performing music for his book The Sign of the Seahorse with the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra. One of his fondest memories though was receiving a fan letter from a primary school-aged boy a few years back who wrote, “Dear Mr Base, I loved your book Animalia so much I nearly bought a copy.”

a pub, dabbling in advertising and playing in

Graeme Base’s new book, The Jewel Fish of

a rock band. Graeme fell in love with the lead

Karnak, will be published in Oct (RRP $29.95)

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Books in review Story thanks to Amanda Cranston

indigenous culture Indigenous Books

There are a number of newly published books about indigenous culture on the market to check out: PLAYGROUND

KING BROWN COUNTRY: The Betrayal of Papunya

Compiled by Nadia Wheatley

Cairns Indigenous Art Fair (18-22 August) is fast becoming one of the largest regional indigenous art fairs in Australia and it will fill the newly renovated Cairns Cruise LIner Terminal on Trinity Wharf during the Festival’s opening weekend.

The region’s best indigenous and aboriginal arts are celebrated, through exhibitions, performances, workshops and discussions.

Indigenous Art Fair

Russell Skelton

Opening Party 18 August

gives an insight into

Papunya was a once

traditional and contemporary aboriginal

promising community

childhood through a compilation of indigenous

but is now in crisis. Labelled

stories, photographs and artwork. Eighty elders,

as the sniffing capital of Australia and the

prominent community leaders, educators and

Bermuda Triangle for taxpayer funds, the author

An exclusive chance to view and buy art before the Art Fair opens to the public. Dance, music, fine wine, fusion cuisine and a special surprise performance. Ticket only entry ($55). . Cairns Cruise Liner Terminal (6-10pm)

artists have contributed to this book, teaching

explains how failure of indigenous policy

us how they source bush tucker, go fishing, take

betrayed this community. A devastating portrait

part in ceremonies and many more aspects of

of a forgotten town that will open your eyes.

This beautiful book

their sacred community. This book is a wonderful resource and a beautiful book to own.

RRP $39.99

BLACK SWAN: A Koorie Woman’s Life Eileen Harrison and

THE PROTECTORS: A Journey Through Whitefella Past Stephen Gray

Carolyn Landon One of 11 children, Eileen Harrison grew up at the

Youngsters at CIAF 20-21 August Fun family art activities presented by FNQ REACH and Queensland’s Gallery of Modern Art (GoMA) are a hands-on way of learning about arts and culture. Free event at the Cairns Cruise Liner Terminal

Dance & Music

Lake Tyers Aboriginal Mission

This book is all about the

Station in the 1950s before being sent off to

19-21 August

search for a national identity

Ararat once the assimilation policy was brought

following Kevin Rudd’s apology speech to the

in. She took on the role of protector and

Stolen Generations. It explores the reasons the

peacemaker when her family was torn apart.

‘protectors’ of the aboriginal people made the

Facing isolation and discrimination, she struggled

decisions they did, from good intentions through

to find her own way until she discovered her

to devastating consequences.

talent as a painter. RRP 29.95

CIAF combines the visual arts with dance and music, presenting a free daily program of performers from Cape York, the Gulf, Torres Strait and Cairns including the internationally recognised Mornington Island Dancers. Location: Cairns Cruise Liner Terminal (10am-5pm). For more info go to www.ciaf.com.au

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laugh with a local This month on facebook we’ve been talking about the worst thing readers have seen their child eat?!

From: Cherie Hosking

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Winner

“We went to Granite Gorge one Easter and my two year old was collecting wallaby poo in his hat. Then we caught him eating them he thought they were chocolate Easter eggs!”

From: Rebecca Osmond “My son, Evan who is three, woke up with gunk in his eyes from Conjunctivitis which he started picking at and eating! I yelled “no that’s yucky” and he laughed and kept doing it again. I was on the verge of vomiting!”

From: Suzanne Horrocks “A spider. I think it was dead! My little girl just picked it up and put it in her mouth. I screamed no at her but you know how it is, toddlers just don’t listen”.

From: Nikki Brown

From: Sandra Stocker

“A baby gecko and I think it was alive beforehand!”

“I made the mistake of leaving my son alone at the table when he was about five with an almost full bottle of gherkins and a fork. When I came back all that was left was the juice they float in. I was just thankful that he was old enough to go to the loo by himself!”

From: Diane McKay “I thought my daughter eating her own excrement was the worst thing I’d ever see my child eat until the frightful day my son disappeared from playgroup at the scout hall. After a worried search around the grounds we finally found him sitting in the non-too-clean urinal of the boys toilets, munching on the scented urinal cake! His little nappy had even soaked up the water from the urinal…yuck! (Did someone tell him it was called a cake?)”

From: Serene Lawson “I caught my almost two year old daughter munching on her dog’s old bone in the back yard”

From: Nicola King “The worst thing my daughter ate was my ‘self heating face scrub’. There was one very frantic call to the poisons centre I can tell ya!”

From: Rochelle Watt “My child ate a cigarette butt at the park when he was about seven months old, and then vomitted it back up about an hour later”

Next month’s question: “What’s the best excuse your child’s given to get out of school?”

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