PakMag Cairns - Jan 2018 Issue 127

ISSUE: Jan 2018

127

CAIRNS

KIDPRENEURS KILLING IT IN CAIRNS BE HEALTHY, BE HAPPY

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CONTENTS 06 Entertainment: Check It Out 09 The Thing Is...

With Bree James 10 Feature: Kidpreneurs Killing

it in Cairns 13 New Year, New You:

Be Healthy, Be Happy 15 Adult Education:

New Year, New Skills 17 Extracurricular Activities 21 Principal’s Pen 25 Martial Arts and

Self Defence for Kids 27 The PakMag Experts 31 Exploring Play: Why Play

is so Important 33 Health 35 Bump, Bub and Beyond:

Grab The Bag 36 Bump, Bub and Beyond: WIN 39 What’s On Guide 41 Mini Mag 48 Celebrate: Aussie

Aussie Aussie 51 Have You Enrolled Your

Pup in Preschool?

53 School Holiday Guide 62 After School Activity Guide 70 Sizzling Summer Giveaways 73 Lunchbox Snacks by

Julie Goodwin 75 AFL Cairns Juniors Snapped 76 Business 78 Sunbird Orthodontics Snapped 80 Home with Caro & Kingi:

Summer Lovin’ 82 Home: Hallway Heaven

Grand Publishing Founder and Editor-in-Chief Bree James Operations Manager Rose Foster Graphic Designer Clare Winter

So, 2018? How did that happen!?

Welcome to the first edition of PakMag Cairns of the New Year. I really hope you all had a wonderful festive period. There’s nothing like spending quality time with your family… but there’s something rather pleasing about “back to school” time too, I’m sure you’ll agree!

We’re in our 11th year of running this wonderful publication and we feel (and we hope you do too) that we’ve been getting bigger and better each month.

This year will be no exception.

You can expect more and more content with the launch of our new website, more interaction with PakMag with the introduction of a few new programs (top secret at this point!), and more special offers, competitions and giveaways than ever before!

There has never been a better time for our readers to not only pick up the magazine, but join us online too! So, if you’ve not yet joined our Facebook page, what are you waiting for?

I’m really excited about this edition of PakMag as it really does help the whole family launch into the new year with vigour and new-found energy.

Our New Year New You feature gives mums and dads some ideas on how they can make changes for the better, our After School Activity Guide lets you know all the extra-curricular activities available for your kids (and when you can sign up) and our School Holiday Guide shows you how you can squeeze the last drops out of summer!

So, I hope you enjoy the rest of the holidays and I’ll see you next month… when the kids are back at school! Yippee! Don’t forget to tell everyone you read it in PakMag!

Bree James Grand Publishing Founder and Editor-in-Chief On the cover Simon, Sidney and Evie McMenamin Cover Photography Peppermint Lane Photo & Film, www.peppermintlane.com.au Contact Us: p 4053 3331 f 4053 3350 e admin@grandpublishing.com.au a Po Box 7433 Cairns Qld 4870 / Unit 5, 78 Anderson St, Cairns fb facebook.com/pakmagcairns t #pakmag

Marketing to Families Experts Lisa Gillman Steph Bartram Janelle May Sub-Editor Kate Moloney

Supply & Distribution Manager Gleisy Meireles Media Intern Monique Saggers Social Media Intern Kalisha Fitsch

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Entertainment

CHECK IT OUT Taipans Home Games When: 5 and 20 January 2018 Where: Cairns Convention Centre More Info: www.taipains.com Get behind your Cairns Taipans this season. During January, the Taipans will be playing two home games: •• Friday, 5 January, 6.30pm – Brisbane Bullets •• Saturday, 20 January, 6.30pm – New Zealand Breakers Tickets are on sale now.

Operation Ouch!

When: Wednesday, 17 January 2018. 3.00pm and 6.00pm Where: Cairns Convention Centre More Info: www.operationouchliveonstage.com Dr Chris and Dr Xand, the stars of the hit ABC Me children’s television series Operation Ouch! are coming back to Australia with a brand-new show! It’s a show packed with exciting facts about the amazing things our bodies can do.

Dance Junction - 2018 Enrolment Days Edmonton When: Saturday, 13 and 20 January 2018, 9.00am - 12.00pm Where: Edmonton Studio (Masonic Hall, Mill Rd)

Tickets are on sale now!

Caravonica When: Sunday, 14 and 21 January 2018, 9.00am to 12.00pm Where: Caravonica Studio (Caravonica CWA Hall)

Backstreet Dance: Free Dance Classes!

More Info: www.dancejunction.com.au

More Info: www.backstreetdance.com.au

Head down to one of Dance Junction’s two studios for their enrolment days. Both boys and girls are welcome to join the Jazz, Tap, Ballet, Hip-Hop, Cheerleading, Lyrical, Contemporary and Mummy and Me classes. From fun to exams, eisteddfods and assessments.

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When: Saturday, 20 January 2018 Where: Backstreet Dance Studio

Improve confidence with Backstreet Dance’s positive teachers and fun classes with no exams and zero pressure. Backstreet Dance will be running a FREE Dance Class for new students (or for current members bringing a friend) on Saturday, 20 January so don’t miss it!

Hip Hop, Jazz, Funk and Contemporary.

For all body shapes and sizes!

Australia Day Awards When: Thursday, 25 January 2018 Where: Pullman Cairns International More Info: www.cairns.qld.gov.au These Awards are presented to Cairns Regional Council area residents who have made a personal contribution of an outstanding nature that has directly benefited their community.

These Awards recognise those in our local community who enrich the lives of others with no fanfare. Our unsung heroes.

Australia Day: Back Yard BBQ, Cairns and Palm Cove When: Friday, 26 January, 7.00am - 11.00am Where: Cairns Esplanade and Palm Cove More Info: www.cairns.qld.gov.au Cairns Esplanade: Free bacon and eggs brekkie, backyard sports, giveaways and live Hit 103.5 broadcast.

Palm Cove: Free BBQ brekkie, market stalls, live entertainment and live Triple M broadcast.

SAVE THE DATES AFL Cairns Come and Try Day When: Sunday, 11 February 2018, 10.00am - 1.00pm Where: AFL Cairns More Info: www.aflcairns.com.au/juniors What jumper will you be wearing this year? New players must be turning six this year and when registering proof of age will be required.

How to Power Up Your Productivity When: Tuesday, 13 February 2018 Where: Pullman Reef Casino More Info: www.cbwc.org.au Guest speaker Kate Christie will provide you with key tips, strategies and tricks to help you manage your time.

The Thing Is

The Thing Is...

STORY Bree James

Holidaying with kids. Some trips, ok most trips, it’s more like your exact life at home, but in a non-familiar place and without the comforts of your life. Kids don’t seem to care that you have spent a squillion dollars to try and have a break. Let’s face it. You are in no way going to get a ‘rest’ so that you can enjoy your holiday like you did BC (before children). But some trips, despite the tough times, bring your family together to reconnect and make memories for a lifetime. And it makes all of the frustration worth it!

The thing is, most of us wish we had more holidays.

I don’t know anyone that wishes they had less.

Unfortunately for 99 per cent of people reading this article, it takes many months, if not years, of saving for that trip of the year, or better, the trip of a lifetime that’s on your bucket list.

When I was fourteen, I saved up all my money from working in a café to go on the annual school trip to New Zealand. It was my first time on a plane, and it was amazing, and I certainly caught the travel bug. Neither of my parents travelled much, probably because it was so expensive in the eighties. Our trips were always in the car with us kids vomiting in the back seat like a chain reaction. We’d drive for days and sleep in the car to save money. I don’t know how my parents travelled with kids without iPads and air-conditioned comfort like our kids have these days. Probably explains why most of our parents are cray cray!

So, if you are about to travel with kids this January here are my three best tips:

2. Do not travel without spare clothes with you at all times. My youngest son has fallen in more shallow ponds, had explosive undies or ended up in some sort of incident where he has required a whole new outfit and shoes more times than I’d like to count. Be prepared, even for yourself.

3. Check your plane tickets before you leave the counter. We were flying once with master 3-year-old, and they put the three of us in separate seats on the plane. As much as I would have loved some stranger to look after my child, see point one, he was still coming down from the Phenergan, so it wasn’t going to end well.

As tough as these times were at the time, I wouldn’t change them. They are certainly the things that we laugh about now, even the time we went through a customs screening seven times due to a runaway toddler. I sure bought one of those kiddy leads after that trip, let me tell you!

So, whether it’s camping at the dam, an overnight trip an hour away or a trip overseas, holidays and weekends away are what make the best family memories. Sure, I’ve got a second job to pay for our trips, and I make sacrifices on purchasing things unless they are a need, not a want, and we rarely go out for dinner, but that’s what us parents do, right? Sacrifice nearly every day to give our families the best life we can give them, and that’s what counts. I’d love to hear your travel horror stories, so feel free to share them with us!

1. Don’t give your child Phenergan for the first time on holiday. When my eldest was a toddler, it had the opposite reaction and turned him into an angry, biting machine that couldn’t sit still. Breastfeeding was over in that moment.

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Feature

Kidpreneurs KidpreneUrs killing it in Cairns STORY Bree James

It's no secret that kids are becoming more entrepreneurial as the years roll on, and some are killing it. Take Moziah Bridges from the USA for example. At the age of nine, he couldn't find any bowties he liked, so he started making them at home with the help of his grandmother. At 16, he now sells over half a million dollars’ worth annually and just secured a seven-figure deal with the NBA to make bowties for the players.

As much as I googled, I could only really find success stories of children from around the globe, but very few from children in Australia. Sure, many kids in Australia are becoming entrepreneurs, and we shouldn't measure the success of their venture just financially, but it made me realise we have a long way to go to catch up with the rest of the world when it comes to our kids and entrepreneurialism.

With the tech revolution, our world is changing, and many jobs of the future will not be available to our children.

Heck, we may even get out of having to teach them to drive because of driverless cars! So, it's imperative that, as parents, we nurture our children’s entrepreneurial spirit, and see where it takes them. At the very least, they will learn skills to be great employees and support an entrepreneur which is a vital role too.

Here are some local kids that we need to nurture, support and encourage to keep reaching for success. It's a tough journey, but one they are learning so much from and they are also inspiring other kids in our community.

Introducing: Harry AND JOSH Tottle At the tender age of nine, Harry has already started his first business, Art by Hazzy. He creates original artwork gift cards that he sells online and at the school fair. Harry’s business was born when his mother, who was tired of seeing his artwork on paper all around the house, bought him some cards and said, “Draw on these and then we can sell them.” So, that’s just what he did! Harry started doing his mazes and fun designs on the cards and then he started a Christmas range.

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Harry is the artist and designer, his brother Josh is the sales and marketing guru, and his mother is their accountant and their biggest support. Harry says, “She understands our crazy minds and helps us with how to achieve our goals and keeps us working.”

Harry says he has learnt that business takes up a lot of your time and while some days he may want to be playing or watching TV he knows he needs to draw. He has also learnt that you don’t get all the money from the sales, you need to pay for the business costs; you can’t expect mum and dad to pay for that, so now, he and his brother are paid a wage.

The one piece of advice Harry has for other kidpreneurs out there is to, if you can, get your mum and dad to help, especially with things like Facebook. Harry’s vision for the future is to have a website selling his cards and his mazes and board games, that he also designs.

How You Can Help Get behind Harry and check out his Facebook page Art

by Hazzy. You are sure to find the perfect card or, if you can’t, Harry can custom make whatever you’d like.

Harry is well on his way to achieving his dream of oneday being a game designer. He’s already halfway there.

Introducing: The five partners of the Powershot App

on the App Store very soon (it’s currently with Apple for approval) and after that on the Android store.

Their app idea originated from Elliot watching famous YouTubers. He realised that there weren’t any accurate apps available that did what Powershot does. Elliot then attended a StartUp weekend for inspiration and pitched his idea, and it went from there.

They have received a lot of support from Damian and Troy from theSPACE and from Mark Sowerby, the exQueensland Chief Entrepreneur. They say they wouldn’t be where they are without them. Learning to network, do public speaking, code and run a business are the biggest lessons these kids have had to learn, but they say it is really cool doing work that adults are doing when they are only kids.

If you are thinking of becoming a kidpreneur, they suggest that you should use your age to your advantage. They said, “When you’re young, people are willing to help you, even with a slight cost.” They also said, “Nothing is impossible. If you just keep trying you’ll eventually figure it out and get it done. If plan A doesn’t work, there are still 25 more letters in the alphabet.” Pretty wise words indeed.

These PowerShot app creators have a vision for their app. They hope to hit one million downloads and to have professional players one day using and endorsing the app along with an endorsement from a famous sporting brand. Oh, and they also want to develop more apps and release them too. Some pretty determined kidpreneurs whose dreams are on track to come true.

How You Can Help The community has already been supportive of the Powershot App team, assisting them to raise $5,577 in their one-month KickStarter campaign. If you want to continue to support these locals, head to their Facebook page to keep up to date with updates and then ensure you download the Powershot App.

This power team is made up of Cory Dent (13), Elliot Bairstow (13), Hamish Howieson (14), Jessica May (12) and Dr Jason Holdworth, who are all working together to create the PowerShot app. The app measures the speed of your kick, hit or throw, which can be used as a coaching tool or just as a recreational product. The app is still a work in progress but is hoped to be released

WATCH THE VIDEO IN THE ONLINE MAG

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New Year, New You

Be healthy, be happy STORY Kate Moloney

The festive season tends to bring disarray to the whole family schedule, so with the nearing ‘return-to-normal’ day to day routines, now is the time to be creating your new year goals.

The key really is to get involved in physical activities that you enjoy and to fuel your tank with goodness. Living in Cairns, we are fortunate to have a myriad of options to assist us on our healthy new year journey.

If you love the gym, or you don’t but really think it’s time to change that, then you can’t go past Sportsworld.

This family-friendly gym offers so many different ways for you to improve your health and well-being that you really will struggle to find an excuse to not fulfil your resolution. Along with the main gym and weights room, there is also a ladies-only studio, child minding, a 25-metre pool, spa, sauna and eight air-conditioned squash courts. And all of this is available with no lock-in contracts. Give Sportsworld a call on 4051 2863 or visit www.sportsworldcairns.com Why not try taking up a sport with a friend? Being committed to an activity with another not only provides additional motivation, it also makes it much more fun. Grab a racket and head on down to the Cairns International Tennis Centre or step out on the green of the Gordonvale Golf Club and enjoy a round of golf.

Or why not try a team sport? Cairns Indoor Sports runs netball, cricket and volleyball tournaments year-round.

Can’t get a friend to join with you? No worries! Cairns Indoor Sports will put you in a team to suit your fitness level and ability.

Don’t let our hot weather deter you from starting on your fitness journey. Pop down to either the Tobruk Memorial Pool or the Woree Sports and Aquatic Centre and dive into your new fitness life. And you can even

get the family in on the action; at Tobruk the kids can splash around in the pool, have a go on the Flow Rider (height restrictions apply), or head to the Jump Zone, and mum and dad work out in the Fitness HQ area (opening early 2018) or join a class like Aqua Aerobics, Aqua Natal, Deep Water Running or Stand Up Paddleboard Yoga or Pilates. And after all the hard work, you can head to the onsite café!

If you prefer a more holistic approach to exercise Pilates or Yoga are both great ways to achieve body balance, strength, flexibility and muscle tone. Check out Studioedge Pilates, PhyxMe Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation, Studio Pilates and Proactive Physiotherapy. They all run classes that cater to all levels of fitness and ability, and some also offer one-onone sessions too.

For something a little different, and to learn valueable self-defence skills, check out Fusion Fight and Fitness.

See page 25 for more details.

Getting active is only half the challenge. Ensure you are filling your tank with only the best of produce.

The Source Bulk Foods is your go-to for an amazing selection of whole foods, health foods, paleo, glutenfree, organic and vegan products. There is no better place to stock up on local fruit and vegetables, and a variety of other foods then at Rusty’s Markets.

For some, the New Year ‘healthy me dream’ is more of a struggle than for others. Cairns Gastroenterology offers the latest in non-surgical Endoscopic Sleeve Gastroplasty to assist people in their weight loss journey.

Embrace your healthy new you journey and revel in the amazing feeling that treating your body well brings! It will feel refreshingly good!

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Adult Education

New Year, New Skills STORY Kalisha Fitsch

January is all about New Year’s resolutions and starting fresh. Sticking to your resolutions isn’t as simple as some people make it seem; quitting chocolate for some just isn’t that realistic! However, not all resolutions need to be about quitting. In 2018, why not have resolutions that’ll make you much happier than quitting chocolate? Make a resolution to learn something new.

Here are some options that may just inspire a new resolution for you:

Hairdressing and Beauty If making other people happy by making them look great, makes you happy, then this is for you. Gain skills that will improve your self-esteem, by learning how to make yourself look your best, and that could also lead to a new career. You could even start your own business from home with these skills.

Responsible Service of Alcohol (RSA)

Learning first aid and CPR is really something that everyone should do. Not only will you learn skills that could make all the difference in somebody’s life in a time of need, for some jobs it is actually a requirement to hold a first aid certificate.

An RSA qualification is an incredibly popular course as it is required in many work environments. Learn how to responsibly serve alcohol, identifying customers to whom service may be refused and much more. A great course if you might be considering a job in the hospitality industry soon, and having this qualification means you’re a multi-skilled employee who is more desirable to employers.

Cooking

Massage Therapy

Perhaps you love food but are bored with your repertoire of recipes (aren’t we all). Cooking classes are an excellent way to expand your family’s menu options.

Be inspired and learn new skills that will help you to create more scrumptious and nutritious meals. Your family’s health starts with you!

Learn skills that will give you the ability to help family and friends out with injuries and chronic pain issues.

Whether for yourself or for a career, this course will have everyone asking you to work your magic.

First Aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)

Aged Care Working in aged care and assisting with the specific needs of the elderly is incredibly rewarding. Gaining skills for this industry could see you making a significant difference in the lives of these vulnerable members of our community.

There are so many options available so make sure you choose a course that really interests you and is delivered in a way that suits your life situation. Many offer online options so you can study from home too.

So, whether you’re looking to learn for personal growth or are wanting skills to advance your career, take the leap this year and study something new because you just never know where it might take you.

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Education

Enrich your child’s learning through extracurricular activities.

STORY Mr Luke Baills, Head of Junior School, The Cathedral School, Townsville

Life contains much more than just work and study, so it is important that every child’s school years provide the foundations for a rich and diverse life experience.

Extracurricular activities give children countless opportunities to explore and broaden their experiences while developing skills and attitudes that will lead to lifelong participation in healthy and fulfilling recreational and cultural activities.

Involvement in activities outside the classroom can give children the chance to enrich their learning within school hours and helps to develop a variety of skills.

Extracurricular activities can help children make new friends and experience a sense of belonging that comes with being a part of a team or group. They can get the chance to learn new skills or expand their knowledge in areas of interest and have the opportunity to improve their self-confidence, develop leadership qualities and independence.

There are many extracurricular activities that children can participate in whilst at school and after hours such as music, sport, drama, community involvement, competitions and clubs. There are a whole range of benefits that come from involvement in these programs.

Music and Performing Arts Music is an incredibly powerful learning tool. Children can learn literacy and maths skills, and by joining a group music activity such as a choir or a band, they are gaining social skills at the same time.

Most schools also offer a variety of instruments for students to learn, with specialist teachers available for private or group tuition. Depending on the instrument, there is usually the option of participating in ensembles and bands in addition to tuition. Private lessons often involve preparation for the Australian Music Examinations Board (AMEB) exams, which provide nationally recognised qualifications in music, speech and drama.

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Education

Schools often hold productions, such as musicals or plays, that allow students to perform on stage, play as part of an orchestra or even help out behind the scenes with the technical aspects of the production (lighting and costume, for example).

Sport There are many studies suggesting students who participate in sporting activities are more likely to achieve academically, have healthier lifestyles and develop greater social skills. Scientists believe there is a strong link between physical activity and increased brain growth factors, which have been shown to stimulate learning. These can be team sports such as cricket and netball, or individual and group activities like dancing, martial arts and athletics.

Interhouse carnivals for swimming, cross country and athletics are common at most schools, with the opportunity for top athletes to go on to represent their school at district, regional or state levels. Students can also participate in interschool sport, competing against nearby schools in sports such as rugby, netball, soccer and cricket.

There are also a variety of local sporting clubs and organisations that children can join outside of their school. Sign ons for these activities usually take place in January so keep an eye out for details.

Clubs, Competitions and Games Just like sporting students measure their success through competition, academic students also need competition. There are many academic competitions open to students in areas such as Maths, Science and English, as well as in more specialised subjects such as Information and Communications Technology (ICT) or Economics. Debating competitions and public speaking are other great options (available in most schools), allowing students to compete against other schools in competitions. This helps students develop their public speaking skills, as well as improving their confidence performing in front of an audience.

Strategy and logic games, such as chess, stimulate a child’s brain and help them with problem solving and maths.

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Community Service Clubs and Leadership Most schools allow students to apply for leadership positions or a place on a student committee such as the Student Representative Council. There is usually a wide variety of leadership positions available from the general school and house captains to more specific roles such as sporting, arts or faith captains.

Community service opportunities are also common, with students able to join groups such as Rotaract or Leos. This allows students to get involved in service projects and fundraisers. Group organised activities, such as Scouts or Guides, help children learn practical skills, such as map and compass reading. These activities also promote problem-solving, independent-thinking and social skills.

If your child isn’t interested in any of these options, check with their school to see what else is available, or alternatively, check what types of activities your child can get involved with outside of school. You can see PakMag’s After School Activity Sign On Guide on page 62.

There really are enough activities to fill every hour outside of the school day, so it’s important to balance the demands of school work and extracurricular activities as well as socialising with friends and family.

Here are some ways you can help: •• Set up a weekly routine and try to stick to it. A routine will help with managing competing priorities.

•• Try not to commit to too many extracurricular activities; this can help get the right balance between their responsibilities and leisure time.

•• Keep checking in with your child. Everyone is different. Some are natural multi-taskers and manage to take extra responsibilities in their stride. Others may feel overloaded when they have too many demands on their time.

•• Keep an eye out for signs of stress, talk to them about how they are feeling, use your judgment about how many extracurricular activities you think they can handle, and work with them to manage their time effectively.

Your child does not need to cram their days with many extracurricular activities, but a couple of activities out of school hours can certainly enhance their learning.

Principal’s Pen

PRINCIPAL’S PEN Good Counsel Primary School, Innisfail

St Rita’s SCHOOL, Babinda

Liam Kenny

I’m eager to welcome back staff and students this month, so we can take on the wonderful challenges that will come our way in 2018.

School was out for students but staff were busier than ever preparing for 2018. When the Year 6 students completed their ‘count down’ on Friday December 1, most would think that the holidays had begun.

This was far from the reality for staff who were hard at work preparing for the New Year, painting classrooms, refencing the school oval, making building repairs and maintenance, installing IT caballing, replacing student laptops and connecting 70 new iPads.

All of these works were completed in readiness for the 2018 school year. We are all excited about the start of school on January 22. e principal@gcps.qld.edu.au www.gcps.qld.edu.au

St Michael’s School, Gordonvale Gary Recklies I am delighted to be joining the staff of St Michael’s primary.

The coming year promises to be filled with a great deal of learning, for all, myself included. I look forward to getting to know the St Michael’s way, learning about our school’s charism, history and development. By all accounts, it will be a pleasure to meet the wonderful parents, dedicated staff and community of St Michael’s and the Gordonvale region. I look forward to leading the school with community support and guidance, in demonstrating our commitment to continuing to develop a learning community based upon faith, trust and respect.

Judy Billiau

With a generous grant from Bendigo Bank late last year, our seniors were constructing and programming their own machines using the Lego Mindstorms Educational Robotics to learn a range of new skills, and now we’re delighted to be able to offer a robotics club this year.

Once again, February is a very exciting time for our Student Leaders as they attend the GRIP Student Leadership Conference in Cairns. The conference will equip them with a clear understanding on how they can help our school in their vital roles.

I am looking forward to the year ahead to work with students, staff and parents to make 2018 a year of achievement, development and faith. e principal.babinda@cns.catholic.edu.au www.stritasbabinda.qld.edu.au

St John’s SCHOOL, Silkwood Peta Byran I am so excited about the new school year, as I thoroughly enjoyed my first six months as Principal of St John's in 2017.

It is my privilege to guide and help our students realise their dreams can come true through developing three important traits: empathy, self-discipline, and the process of effort, learning and achievement. Effort equals success. I can’t wait to see our students learn and grow in 2018.

I am grateful to be working alongside Bryan Grech who has a wealth of experience as an APRE and within Catholic Education Services. We also welcome Nicole Trew into her new role as a leader of teaching and learning as well as Kerry Sweeney in her role to enrich and support student learning. I look forward to working with all staff in 2018. May it be a blessed year for all.

Having the church so close to the school is a blessing and the strong Catholic heritage really defines St John's as a school and makes it unique.

e secretary.gordonvale@cns.catholic.edu.au www.stmichael.qld.edu.au

e principal.silkwood@cns.catholic.edu.au www.stjohnssilkwood.qld.edu.au

I’m very much looking forward to welcoming returning students, new students and working together to make the 2018 school year incredible.

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PRINCIPAL’S PEN St Teresa’s SCHOOL, Ravenshoe

St Thomas’ SCHOOL, Mareeba

Catherine McKechnie

Rita Petersen

As we begin the new school year, we anticipate that our new Prep Class of 2018 will settle into the routine of school life easily and seamlessly due to the transition programme we have run in 2017, where students attended Prep over four sessions in Term 4, engaging in a programme designed by Prep teacher, Mrs Luella Tyler.

Welcome to the new school year, with all its hidden joys and challenges. 2018 has very quickly come upon us following what has hopefully been a restful and enjoyable summer break.

While the children were occupied, their parents were invited to attend three information sessions based on parent engagement, growing young readers and speech and oral language development. Our Literacy Coach and our Speech Pathologist presented at these sessions too.

For the first few weeks of 2018, the Prep classroom will look like an extension of Kindy as we introduce these little ones to school life, routines and what we name as the ‘St Teresa’s Way’. We are grateful to Mrs Leigh Quirk from Catholic Education Services for her guidance and support on this journey. e principal.ravenshoe@cns.catholic.edu.au www.stteresas.qld.edu.au

Good Counsel College Dora Luxton My name is Dora Luxton and together with Bob Knight and Deacon Michael Lindsay, we have been appointed by Cairns Catholic Education Services as the Good Counsel College Transition Leadership Team. We feel privileged to have been given this opportunity to serve the Good Counsel College community for Semester 1, 2018.

As a team of professional educators, we bring to Good Counsel College many decades of successful experience leading contemporary Catholic schools throughout Queensland.

In a rapidly changing learning environment, our aim is to guide the staff of the College in strengthening excellent learning and teaching through the effective engagement, progress, achievement and wellbeing of every student every day at Good Counsel College.

I genuinely extend an open invitation to anyone who would like to come and have a chat with me or another member of the Transition Leadership Team about any matters relating to Good Counsel College, to make contact with Catherine Mifsud (Principal’s PA) at the College. e gcounsel@gcc.qld.edu.au www.gcc.qld.edu.au

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We all know that children receive the best education when parents and staff work as a team. Parents’ enthusiasm, support and involvement are integral to the success of our school as are the skills, dedication and professionalism of teachers. Together, staff and parents can provide educational excellence for every student, so that they can achieve their personal best. Together, we can support one another to provide a friendly learning environment and celebrate our achievements.

We hope that throughout the year, our school will be a place where staff, students and families have opportunities to experience God’s presence in our lives.

May the school year ahead see staff and parents in genuine partnership in our collective role of secular and faith education. e secretary.mareeba@cns.catholic.edu.au www.stthomasmareeba.qld.edu.au

Mackillop Catholic College, Mount Peter Luke Reed The thoughts of many parents in the New Year turn to school commencing. While for a number of older kids, thoughts of school are pushed to backof-mind so as to wring out every moment of enjoyment during the summer holiday, most soon-to-be Prep kids are eagerly awaiting their start at ‘big-school’.

This is an exciting time for everyone; students, families and schools alike. If not already well advanced, this is an ideal time to help first-timers prepare for the school transition. The KidsMatter website has a range of resources to assist parents and families.

MacKillop Catholic College has added an additional Prep class to make room for families who want to choose a Catholic education for their children in 2018. You are very welcome to drop by or give us a call to discuss how we would welcome your child into our school community.

Meanwhile, all the best to children and families commencing their school learning adventure this month! e office.mountpeter@cns.catholic.edu.au www.mackillopcatholiccollege.qld.edu.au

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Run by a local young family in Stratford who has a primary school teaching background and three young children of their own, Jeska and Garrett know what it is like to be faced with the challenges of raising confident, respectful and disciplined young people. They are a family focused gym and aim to support and align with parents in their parenting journey to raise responsible and mentally and physically resilient individuals.

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appropriate and ensures greatest skill gains and enjoyment for each child.

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In every class the children will “roll” (full sparring) and it is this important part of the class where children test themselves and their capacity, which leads to the greatest growth in self-confidence. Vital life lessons learnt “on the mat” are applicable to their life “off the mat” such as not giving up easily, the perseverance to keep on trying after experiencing a momentary defeat (“tapping out”), the ability to be humble in victory and the role of mentor to those less able.

Classes run throughout the entire year which gives children the opportunity to start at any time and allows them to maintain their consistency, skill and enthusiasm.

Fusion Fight and Fitness has excellent reviews all round and should be on your radar if you are looking for a well-rounded, professional and value-for-money martial arts program.

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Expert Advice

INTRODUCING...

THE PAKMAG EXPERTS 2018 is a very exciting year for PakMag. Not only will we continue to provide great information on what’s on in Cairns, give you top tips for parenting and have heaps of prizes to win, we’ll also have experts in areas such as health, law and wealth planning who will answer your questions on a monthly basis.

We’re very proud to introduce to you, our first four experts of 2018.

Dr Bobby Griffin

Dr Elizabeth Jackson

Sunbird Orthodontics

Dr Elizabeth Jackson, Obstetrician Gynaecologist

Dr Bobby is Principal Orthodontist and owner of Sunbird Orthodontics.

He graduated as a dentist in Scotland in 1999, with academic commendation, and since then, after he emigrated to Australia in 2004, he has gained a number of other academic accolades, which mean he can now call himself a Specialist Orthodontist.

After finding her passion for obstetrics and gynaecology whilst in medical school, Dr Jackson completed a rigourous program of training and internships to achieve her dream.

She has worked as a private specialist in Cairns since 2015.

His practice in Smithfield is where he lives out one of his main passions in life, helping both children and adults with their dental and orthodontic needs.

Fun Fact: Dr Bobby wears many hats; he’s an orthodontist, a dad to his son Sachin (6), a runner (who ran the New York marathon), and lead guitarist in 3 bands!

Brent Kelly, Brent Cerutti & Lainie Poon

Dr Liz is the first gynaecologist and only female surgeon to train on the Da Vinci surgical robot in North Queensland. After becoming one of the biggest specialist users of the MyHealth record in Australia, Dr Liz gives feedback and advice to the Australian Digital Health Agency and RANZCOG to improve the development of digital health.

Fun Fact: Liz wanted to be a Formula 1 driver until it went too fast on a test lap on her honeymoon.

NarDINE Collier

Kelly Wealth Services

Collier Lawyers

The power team behind Kelly Wealth is made up of Brent Kelly (Director and Senior Financial Planner), Brent Cerutti (Director and Senior Financial Planner) and Lainie Poon (Lending Advisor) who combined have over 50 years’ experience in the financial industry.

Before moving to Cairns, Nardine spent 20 years in Alice Springs where she ran her own practice. Her experience in this remote environment has made her a more resourceful and creative lawyer. Running a business and raising two children has also meant that she has found a way to be more efficient by aiding her clients to be more ‘hands on’ with their own cases. It saves Nardine time and, in turn, it saves her clients money!

With a plethora of financial degrees and relevant qualifications between them, the team are wellequipped to help their clients with a range of needs.

Fun facts: Brent K has an Instagram account callled "flavour_up" as he loves to cook! Brent C worked as a White Water Rafting Guide in the Italian Alps and Tully River after uni (before getting a haircut and a real job!).

Lainie’s passion for travel, food and experience has taken her to Hanoi, Christmas Island and NZ to work and live.

Nardine holds a Bachelor of Laws, a Master in Applied Law (Family Law), and she’s an accredited specialist in Family Law (professionals with this title are few and it recognises excellence in the field). Nardine is also a nationally accredited mediator and family law arbitrator.

Fun fact: Nardine used to be a race walker and won some events in the Alice Springs Masters Games.

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Expert Advice

THE PAKMAG EXPERTS Kelly Wealth

Dr Elizabeth Jackson

Dear Kelly Wealth,

Dear Dr Jackson,

I have two kids, I work hard and have a mortgage that we are ahead on. I’d love to meet with you, but I don’t have money to invest now. Can you help?

I’ve been told I need to have a hysterectomy. I’m scared about recovery time. Have you got any advice?

Great question and really common one! Firstly, if you’re ahead with your home loan and you're looking at further wealth creating, you're in the right mindset and obviously doing the right things with cash flow.

So, “Can we help?” - absolutely YES. It's a common misconception that only wealthy people seek the services of a financial planner.

Our process is simple and transparent, and is without a doubt, value for money. We have an initial obligationfree, no-cost meeting to findout if we can help and add value to your situation. If it’s not the right time to undertake a financial plan, we give you some steps to take you forward. In terms of cost, packages start from $550. Our range of services really are tailor-made to match all budgets and needs.

Collier Lawyers Dear Nardine, My husband and I are talking about separating. What should we be preparing in advance to make this as easy as possible on our family?

I know it sounds obvious, but firstly, explore whether there is any hope for your relationship, by attending counselling.

If you decide that the relationship is really over, here are some things to think about (and ideally discuss with each other, if you still can): •• What about the kids? How and what will you tell them?

•• Who will stay in the house?

•• How do you sort out finances in the short term? If you’re still communicating amicably, I recommend making a list of joint expenses and working out how much needs to be paid into an account by when.

•• Protect yourself. Is safety an issue? Financially, do you need to close accounts etc? Emotionally, do you have the support you need?

•• Get legal advice.

•• See our website for our step by step separation checklist and “what do we tell our kids?” factsheet.

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Planning time off work for recovery is important.

Recovery may mean the time to go back to work, or resuming exercise or sexual activity. Surgery may leave you tired, and if you have a strenuous job, plan additional time off.

Your gynaecologist will recommend different approaches (which have different recovery times), depending on prior vaginal birth or surgery, uterine size and the need to remove the tubes or ovaries etc.

Vaginal approach is the least invasive, with a 3-4 week recovery time. An open approach is for more complex cases (approx. 6 weeks recovery). Laparoscopic and robotic hysterectomy are minimally invasive techniques which replace open surgery with smaller cuts on the belly (approx. 2 weeks recovery). If your surgery is combined with another operation (such as prolapse), recovery may vary. When you feel comfortable, walking is ok, and at six weeks, your gynaecologist will give you a plan to return to exercise and sexual activity.

Sunbird Orthodontics Dr Bobby, what’s difference between a dentist and an orthodontist?

An Orthodontist is like a super-dentist. You need to be a dentist before you can become an orthodontist, and I was a family dentist for 10 years before I became an orthodontist. An Orthodontist is a specialist dentist who only deals with the development of children’s teeth and jaws.

An Orthodontist works together with your regular family dentist, and spends most of their time helping children through the transition from the baby teeth to the adult teeth, trying to avoid or minimize potential problems resulting from crowded and impacted teeth, or from habits like thumb sucking. An Orthodontist also has the skills to correct problems that do arise, and they use things like braces, plates and aligners to fix crooked teeth and bite problems.

Our aim is to ensure that your child has the best possible adult teeth to take into the future, and give your child the confidence to excel.

Exploring Play

Why play is so important STORY Sharon Coles, Occupational Therapist, Cairns Paediatrics.

As parents, we often don’t think too much about what is happening when our children are playing. Play is incredibly important as it helps the development of motor, sensory, thinking and language skills. As children get older, play becomes more complex and helps with the development of problem-solving, social competence and emotional regulation.

Children under two years engage primarily in sensory-motor play which helps develop body awareness, coordination and sensory perception. As children get older, pretend play becomes more dominant which helps develop the higher-level thinking that underpins many academic skills; this is why play-based learning is so valuable.

Parents can help by providing opportunities for different types of play such as active movement, fine motor activities and imaginative play. Try to spend some time every day playing with your child; children love this special time with their parents and adults can provide more varied play than siblings.

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Health

HEALTH Survive the summer STORY Kalisha Fitsch With summer now in full swing, you may be wiping the sweat from your forehead just reading this. Summer happens every year, and yet it still surprises us with just how hot it can get. In some instances, it can even be dangerous; pregnant women, breastfeeding mothers, babies, children and the elderly are at a high risk.

Here are some top tips to beat the heat:

GET School ready: ready kid’s health checks STORY Dr Nicole Higgins Starting Kindy and school is an exciting, emotional and stressful time for many parents and their kids.

A trip to your family doctor before your child starts is a great way to ensure that they are physically healthy and developmentally and emotionally ready.

Re-schedule activities - Plan your activities around the weather; play sports or walk the dog early in the morning or later in the afternoon. Summer days are longer than winter days and it’s time to take advantage of it!

So, what does your GP check at a kid’s health check?

Rehydrate - Drink lots of water, and then when you’ve had enough, drink some more. You probably need more than you think. Ideally, an adult should consume 2.5 litres of water on a hot summer day, while children should drink between 1-1.5 litres per day.

•• General check.

Summer clothing - Wear light-coloured thin clothing to prevent excessive sweating, but make sure you cover exposed parts of your body to protect your skin from sunburns.

Remember - NEVER leave your children or pets in a hot car. Even if it’s only for a short time or if the windows are down, the temperature in a hot car rises extremely quickly.

Living in North Queensland, it’s easy to get used to the warmth and forget how dangerous it can be. Did you know sunburn can happen from just 15 minutes of being in the sun? Take care this summer, remember your sunscreen, and most of all – have fun!

My Habitat Bush Baby Personal Outdoor Spray It’s a chemical-free, natural, baby insect repellent, perfect for those summer outings.

It's more than just a personal outdoor repellent spray, it helps to keep those nasty biting bugs away as well as soothing and healing bites you may have already had. It also aids in the soothing and healing of skin irritations, rashes or burns and has been proven effective in keeping ticks away from humans.

•• Growth check - Height, weight and BMI. A great opportunity to include a discussion of eating habits and physical activity.

•• Eye check – Checking for a squint which may cause problems with near and distance vision.

It’s also a great idea to visit an optometrist too.

•• Ear check.

•• Dental health check – Check up and dental hygiene advice.

•• Toilet habits check – Nocturnal enuresis (bedwetting) and constipation are common in kids, with one in six five-year-olds still wetting their beds. Effective management prior to school can save both parents and children considerable distress.

•• Allergies – Discuss how an allergy will be managed in a school environment. Do you need an anaphylaxis management plan or advice from a specialist?

Sometimes food challenges are done prior to entering school to minimise restrictions on the child and their peers.

•• Speech and language development Communication is important for learning and can affect the relationship between your child and their teacher.

•• Fine and gross motor skills.

•• Behaviour, mood and sleeping patterns.

•• Emotional maturity.

For older children who have already started school, a check-up with your GP over the school holidays is also a great way to chat about their growth, healthy eating, exercise, emotional health and body changes.

Available at your local Calanna Whole Health Pharmacy.

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Bump, Bub and Beyond

Grab the bag STORY Midwife Rebekah Barrie, Mater Health Services North Queensland

I can hear Mummy on the phone to her midwife; she thinks it’s time to go. The midwife is asking lots of questions, like “Are you leaking fluid?” To which Mummy replied, “Yes! Will it ever stop leaking?” It’s getting tight in here all of the sudden, and I’m getting pushed down, I think it’s time to go!

I hear Daddy in the background yelling, “The bag isn’t packed!” Mummy has been telling him for weeks she needs to get it packed, but he told her that there was plenty of time. But I’m a baby, and I’ll come when I please, and today’s the day.

“Nappies!”, Daddy screams. “Got them”, Mummy puffs as it gets tight all around me again. “Onesies, singlets, wipes, wraps, pads, undies, pyjamas, slippers”, I hear Nanny listing. She just got here. Daddy is freaking out and my big brother, Oscar, is going to stay with her today. Oscar will be so excited when I come, he doesn’t know it yet, but we’re going to be best friends. I’m a boy too; Oliver will be my name, Mummy says. I’ve been in here for 37 weeks, and I’ve decided to come before my due date. I don’t like it much in here. Mummy should have packed the bag a little earlier this time because Oscar came before his due date too. We babies are at term at 37 weeks; the other three weeks are just for fattening us up. So, it’s always good to have some sort of bag ready to go; we are unpredictable. Silly Mummy!

I can hear Daddy in the fridge; not the time for a beer Dad! “I’ve got the ice to keep your expressed breast milk cold until we get there”, he says. Ohhhh, smart Daddy.

That’ll come in handy on night two when Mummy’s

milk isn’t in yet, and I’m up partying all night with the other babies. Mummy started expressing from 36 weeks and has kept it in syringes she got from her midwife in the fridge. She remembers how much she wishes she had known to do that last time. My big brother had been trouble from the start, and no one had told her how hard breastfeeding would be! The talk of breast milk must trigger her memory because she orders Daddy to get her Lansinoh ointment and gel pads from the bathroom.

Mummy is already playing her labour playlist; at least she’s had that ready for weeks. I heard Daddy last week say he had added Johnny Cash’s classic, Burning Ring of Fire to the mix. He had laughed and laughed, but Mummy hadn’t found it as amusing.

Daddy is telling Mummy that he just put his swag in the car, he’s never going to sleep on one of those fold out beds again! Mummy huffs and puffs about how she’ll show him what really uncomfortable is if he doesn’t hurry up! He stops talking quickly after that one. Go Mummy! Keep breathing; we’re going to meet soon.

They’re saying goodbye to Oscar, but he couldn’t care less. He gets to play with Nanny and Pa all day.

Mummy’s voice sounds sad; she’ll miss him. She can’t be sad for long though because here comes another contraction, and it’s big! Daddy tells her it’s time to go.

“Grab the bag!”, she shouts.

Let’s do this Mummy; I can’t wait to meet you.

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Bump, Bub and Beyond

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Bump, Bub and Beyond

Physiotherapy can assist What to look out with pregnancy pain for on a childcare STORY Emily Davies & Marilla Morrey, Proactive Physio centre tour?

There is a multitude of musculoskeletal issues that can occur during pregnancy and following birth. Fortunately, these can be helped with treatment from an experienced women’s health physiotherapist. Pelvic girdle pain (PGP) can be one of the more severe and disabling.

The pelvic girdle is a ring of bones at the base of your spine. Pelvic girdle pain can be experienced in the hips, lower back, pelvis, pubic bone, groin, lower abdomen and legs. PGP affects one in four pregnant women. Pain when you are walking, climbing stairs, turning over in bed, getting in and out of a car, are common symptoms of PGP. PGP arises from excessive movement of the pelvis during pregnancy. Excessive movement of the pelvis is caused by: •• Hormonal changes which alter the stretchiness of your ligaments.

•• Postural and loading changes from your tummy growing.

•• Pelvic floor muscles being stretched with the weight of the baby.

STORY Goodstart Early Learning Recent research in brain science has revealed some stunning facts about children’s developing brains. In a baby’s first year, for example, their brain will double in size with more than 1,000,000 new neural connections formed every second!

It really highlights the vital role that parents and carers play and the importance of choosing a high-quality childcare centre. Knowing what ‘high quality’ looks like can be tricky for parents.

To get a better indication of a centre’s quality, here are some questions to consider asking: •• Does the centre have a happy and energetic vibe?

•• Are the staff passionate, qualified and experienced?

•• How does the centre provide families with communication about their child’s development?

•• Does the educational program cater to the needs of children at different stages of development?

Certain activities will continue to aggravate PGP until you gain good control of movement in the pelvic joints. These include pushing loaded shopping trolleys, standing on one leg to dress, running, prolonged walking, walking on uneven or soft ground, carrying a toddler on your hip, getting in and out of the car, vacuuming and mopping.

•• How is child safety managed?

Thankfully you can get help through physiotherapy and evidence supports this. A patient-specific clinical Pilates program is also very effective at managing PGP during pregnancy, with the use of stabilisation and stretching exercises.

Quality is about much more than how a centre looks and asking these questions will help you dig a little deeper, beyond your first impressions.

For the sake of your child’s development, it’s worth the extra effort.

•• Is the environment designed to stimulate learning?

•• How does the centre work with families to understand needs, routines or cultural practices?

•• Do staff receive regular professional development opportunities?

If you would like more information on how you can manage PGP, contact your local pelvic health physiotherapist to discuss.

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WHAT’S ON JAN JAN MONDAY 1

FRIDAY 5

Sarah Jane Botham Travelling Light Runs until 30 January Tanks Arts Centre www.tanksartscentre.com 9.00am / Free / Family

Cairns Taipans vs Brisbane Bullets Cairns Convention Centre www.taipans.com 6.30pm / Cost / Family

John Eaton - Locus Pocus Runs until 30 January Tanks Arts Centre www.tanksartscentre.com 9.00am / Free / Family No Stone Unturned - Cairns Mineral and Lapidary Club Inc. Exhibition & Demonstration Runs until 22 January Tanks Arts Centre www.tanksartscentre.com 9.00am / Free / Family Brian Cassey - A Photographer’s Life - Part One Runs until 30 January Tanks Arts Centre www.tanksartscentre.com 9.00am / Free / Family TUESDAY 2 Free Guided Birdwatching Tour Weekly Friends’ House in the Flecker Garden (behind the cafe) www.cairns.qld.gov.au 8.30am / Free / Youth+ Capes and Masks Unite: Super Squad Assemble Runs until 5 January The Young Company Theatre www.theyoungcompany.com.au 9.00am / Cost / Ages 5 - 12 THURSDAY 4 Live Music: Steve Williams Cazalys Cairns cazalys.com.au 6.00pm / Free / Family

Smart Owl Painting Party www.paintingparty.com.au 6.00pm / $45 / 18+ SATURDAY 6 Party Games Cazalys Kids Room www.cazalys.com.au 6.00pm / Gold Coin / Kids SUNDAY 7 Bubbles and Balloon Fun Cazalys Kids Room www.cazalys.com.au 6.00pm / Gold Coin / Kids Dynamic Running, Clifton Beach Race, Series #3, Race 2 of 2 Deadmans Gully Park, Arlington Esplanade, Clifton Beach info@dynamicrunning.com.au 6.00am / Cost / Youth+ Dynamic Running Club Sign-on Day Deadmans Gully Park, Arlington Esplanade, Clifton Beach info@dynamicrunning.com.au 8.00am / Cost / Youth+ Blue Ballarina Painting Party www.paintingparty.com.au 1.00pm / $45 / 12+ MONDAY 8 The Magic Chef Runs until 12 January Mount Sheridan Plaza www.mtsheridanplaza.com.au 10.00am / Free / Family

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THURSDAY 11

Articulated 2D Underwater Creatures Cairns Art Gallery www.cairnsartgallery.com.au 10.00am and 1.00pm / $18 - 21 / Kids Prepare for the Stage! Three, Two, One, Action!

The Young Company Theatre www.theyoungcompany.com.au 9.00am / Cost / Ages 5 - 12

Sea Monsters Cairns Art Gallery www.cairnsartgallery.com.au 10.00am and 1.00pm / $18 - 21 / Kids The Nut Job 2: Nutty by Nature Event Cinemas www.eventcinemas.com.au Check website

Hot Shots Runs until 19 January Cairns International Tennis Centre www.tennis.com.au/cairnsitc Check website

FRIDAY 12

TUESDAY 9

Play Dough Fun Cazalys Kids Room www.cazalys.com.au 6.00pm / Gold Coin / Kids

Wood Block Printing Cairns Art Gallery www.cairnsartgallery.com.au 10.00am and 1.00pm / $21 - 23 / Kids

Master Drawings Cairns Art Gallery www.cairnsartgallery.com.au 10.00am / $28 / kids

SATURDAY 13

Gymnastics Holiday Classes Runs until 18 January South Cairns Gymnastics www.gymsportsfnq.com.au 10.00am / Cost / Kids

Balloon Races and Games Cazalys Kids Room www.cazalys.com.au 6.00pm / Gold Coin / Kids

Fight for the Crown!

Faraway Fiasco Runs until 12 January The Young Company Theatre www.theyoungcompany.com.au 9.00am / Cost / Ages 5 - 12

Dance Junction - Enrolment Day Edmonton Studio www.dancejunction.com.au 8.00am / Cost / Family

WEDNESDAY 10 Drawn from Memory Cairns Art Gallery www.cairnsartgallery.com.au 10.00am and 1.00pm / $18 - 21 / Kids Live Music: Big Jim Cazalys Cairns cazalys.com.au 12.00pm / Free / Family

SUNDAY 14

Construction Night Cazalys Kids Room www.cazalys.com.au 6.00pm / Gold Coin / Kids MONDAY 15 Build-a-Bear Workshop Runs until 20 January Mount Sheridan Plaza www.mtsheridanplaza.com.au 10.00am / $10 / Family

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WHAT’S ON JAN JAN MONDAY 15 Hoot & Hootabelle’s Owl Pal Playdate Runs until 19 February www.cairnscentral.com.au Check website for details Dance Junction Enrolment Day Caravonica Studio www.dancejunction.com.au 8.00am / Cost / Family Cook up a Storm Runs until 19 January DFO www.dfocairns.com.au Check website Practice Makes Perfect...

Dress Rehearsal The Young Company Theatre www.theyoungcompany.com.au 9.00am / Cost / Ages 5 - 12 TUESDAY 16 Origami Cairns Art Gallery www.cairnsartgallery.com.au 10.00am and 1.00pm / $17 - 21 / Kids Beach Battle Bonanza...

Surf Universe Wipeout!!

Runs until 19 January The Young Company Theatre www.theyoungcompany.com.au 9.00am / Cost / Ages 5 - 12 WEDNESDAY 17 Operation Ouch!

Cairns Convention Centre www.cairns.qld.gov.au 3.00pm & 6.00pm / Cost / Family Chinese Mask Painting Cairns Art Gallery www.cairnsartgallery.com.au 10.00am and 1.00pm / $18 - 21 / Kids

Getting Started Online Workshop YEP Office, F3 12-14 Lake Street www.yepcairns.eventbrite.com.au 5.30pm / Free / Adult THURSDAY 18 Grease Runs until 3 February Cairns Choral Society Hall www.cairnschoralsociety.com.au 7.30pm / Cost / Family Flying Bird Sculpture Cairns Art Gallery www.cairnsartgallery.com.au 10.00am and 1.00pm / $18 - 21 / Kids The Shape of Water Event Cinemas www.eventcinemas.com.au Check website Maze Runner: The Death Cure Event Cinemas www.eventcinemas.com.au Check website FRIDAY 19 How to Paint Music Painting Party www.paintingparty.com.au 6.00pm / $45 / 18+ Gallery Kids Excursion to the Aquarium with Hayley Gillespie Cairns Art Gallery www.cairnsartgallery.com.au 10.00am / $25 / Kids Isacc Lomman Comedy Hypnosis Show at the Clink Clink Theatre, Port Douglas www.cairnsdinnertheatre.com 6.00pm / $40 / Family

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SATURDAY 20

SUNDAY 21

Dynamic Running Club Sign-on Day Muddy’s Café, Esplanade info@dynamicrunning.com.au 8.30am / Cost / Youth+

Dynamic Running Club Sign-on Day Deadmans Gully Park, Arlington Esplanade, Clifton Beach info@dynamicrunning.com.au 8.00am / Cost / Youth+

Isacc Lomman Comedy Hypnosis Show Cairns Dinner Theatre, Reef Hotel Casino www.cairnsdinnertheatre.com 6.00pm / $40 / Family Backstreet Dance Free Holiday Classes Backstreet Dance www.backstreetdance.com.au Check website Cairns Taipans vs New Zealand Breakers Cairns Convention Centre www.taipans.com 6.30pm / Cost / Family Fun Tango at The Pier The Pier www.thepiercairns.com.au Check website FNQ Dance Academy Open Day FNQ Dance Academy www.fnqdanceacademy.com.au 10.00am / Free / All Ages Dancescapes Open Day Barr Street Markets Dance Studio www.dancescapes.com.au 10.00am / Free / All Ages Group Games Cazalys Kids Room www.cazalys.com.au 6.00pm / Gold Coin / Kids

Dynamic Running, Clifton Beach Series #1, Race 1 of 2 Deadmans Gully Park, Arlington Esplanade, Clifton Beach info@dynamicrunning.com.au 6.00am / Cost / Youth+ Keyring Making for School Bags Cazalys Kids Room www.cazalys.com.au 6.00pm / Gold Coin / Kids MONDAY 22 Back to School Cazalys Kids Room www.cazalys.com.au 6.00pm / Gold Coin / Kids WEDNESDAY 24 Free training for Dynamic in a Dress Runs until 28 March Goomboora Park, Shale Street, Brinsmead info@dynamicrunning.com.au 6.00pm / Free / Youth+ THURSDAY 25 Australia Day Awards Cairns City Council Chambers www.cairns.qld.gov.au Check website

Mini Mag

A MYSTERY PRIZE!

FOR YOUR CHANCE To WIN, COMPLETE & mail TO: PakMag Colour In January 2018 PO Box 7433, Cairns QLD 4870 Win a mystery prize!

Competition closes 31/01/2018

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Mini Mag

A MYSTERY PRIZE!

FOR YOUR CHANCE To WIN, COMPLETE & mail TO: PakMag Colour In January 2018 PO Box 7433, Cairns QLD 4870 Win a mystery prize!

Competition closes 31/01/2018

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Mini Mag

KIDS IN THE KITCHEN For a fun activity that you can do together, why not get the kids to help you in the kitchen? Introduce them to cooking with this easy recipe.

Check It Out: Out VIDEO REVIEWS WITH BREE JAMES

Bree reviewed some awesome toys and books this month, so go and check out the videos below on the online version of the magazine at www.pakmag.com.au Easy Jam Drops Ingredients 1 egg 1 3/4 cups self-raising flour 1/2 cup sugar 6 tbs butter 1/2 tsp vanilla essence Pinch of salt 1/2 cup jam (strawberry or raspberry) Method

WATCH THE REVIEW IN THE ONLINE MAG

1. Preheat oven to 180°C and cover 2 baking trays with baking paper 2. Mix butter and sugar in a bowl 3. Add vanilla and egg and mix well 4. Mix in flour and salt 5. Roll balls of batter (approx. 2cm in diameter) and place 2-3cm apart on the tray.

6. Make a well in the centre of each ball and fill with a little jam.

7. Bake for 10-15 minutes.

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WHAT’S ON JAN JAN FRIDAY 26

SATURDAY 27

WEDNESDAY 31

SAVE THE DATE

Australia Day Cairns www.cairns.qld.gov.au Check website

Your Song Painting Party www.paintingparty.com.au 6.00pm / $45 / 18+

Content Marketing and Social Media Strategy Workshop YEP Office, F3 12-14 Lake Street www.yepcairns.eventbrite.com.au 5.30pm / Free / Adult

SATURDAY 10 FEBRUARY

Back Yard BBQ Cairns Esplanade www.cairns.qld.gov.au 7.00am / Free / Family Back Yard BBQ Palm Cove www.cairns.qld.gov.au 7.00am / Free / Family

Dancescapes Open Day Barr Street Markets Dance Studio www.dancescapes.com.au 10.00am / Free / All Ages SUNDAY 28 Event Cinema Family Fun Day Smithfield Shopping Centre www.smithfieldcentre.com.au 9.00am / $6 / Family

SAVE THE DATE

Act for Kids Charity Race Day Cairns Jockey Club www.cairnsjockeyclub.com.au 12.00pm / Cost / Family

SATURDAY 3 FEBRUARY

SAVE THE DATE

Cairns Taipans vs Sydney Kings Cairns Convention Centre www.taipans.com 6.30pm / Cost / Family

TUESDAY 13 FEBRUARY

SAVE THE DATE

Australia Day Prize for Best Dressed Cazalys Kids Room www.cazalys.com.au 6.00pm / Gold Coin / Kids

TUESDAY 30

FRIDAY 9 FEBRUARY

Back To The Future Event Cinemas www.eventcinemas.com.au Check website

Neil Finn and son Liam Munro Martin Parklands www.ticketlink.com.au 7.00pm / $70 / Family

REGULAR MARKETS

Palm Cove Market Date: 1st Sunday of the month April to December (not September) Time: 8.00am – 2.00pm Location: Foreshore at Palm Cove

Mount Sheridan Plaza Markets Date: 2nd and 4th Sunday of the month Time: From 9.00am - 3.00pm Location: Mount Sheridan Plaza

Malanda Markets Date: 3rd Saturday of the month Time: From 7.30am - 12.30pm Location: Malanda Showgrounds (opposite Jack May Park)

Ravenshoe Markets Date: 4th Sunday of the month Time: 8.00am - 12 noon Location: Tumoulin Railway Station

Esplanade Markets Date: Every Saturday Time: From 8.00am - 4.00pm Location: Lagoon, Cairns Herberton Markets Date: 3rd Sunday of the month Time: From 7.00am - 12 noon Location: Wondecla Sports Ground Night Markets Date: Every Day Time: 5.00pm - 11.00pm Location: 71 - 75 The Esplanade Port Douglas Markets Date: Every Sunday Time: From 8.00am - 2.00pm Location: Anzac Park

How to Power Up Y our Productivity Pullman Reef Casino www.cbwc.org.au Check website

Tanks Art Centre Markets Date: Last Sunday of the month (Apr to Nov excluding Aug) Time: From 9.00am - 2.00pm Location: Tanks Art Centre, Collins Avenue, Edge Hill Tolga Markets Date: 1st Sunday of the month Time: 7.00am - 12 noon Location: Morrow Park Racecourse

Mossman Community Market Date: Every Saturday Time: 7.00am - 12 noon Location: St David’s Anglican Church, Under the Raintrees

Rusty's Markets Date: Every Friday and Saturday Time: 5.00am - 6.00pm Date: Every Sunday Time: 5.00am - 3.00pm Location: 57 - 89 Grafton St, City

Holloways Beach Markets Date: 2nd Sunday of the month Time: From 8.00am - 1.00pm Location: Holloways Beach Foreshore

Atherton Lions Club Indoor Markets Date: Every 2nd Sunday Time: From 7.00am - 12 noon Location: Merriland Hall (Robert St)

Yungaburra Markets Date: 4th Saturday of the month Time: From 7.30am - 12.30pm Location: Bruce Jones Park

Email your event or market to admin@grandpublishing.com.au to be included. Spaces are limited.

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REGULAR EVENTS CAIRNS INDOOR SPORTS In2soccer Days: Mondays (During school term) Time/Cost: 4.30pm, rego: $15, term from $65. (6+ years) Days: Wednesdays (During school term) Time/Cost: 4.30pm, from $65 (10 wks) (3 - 6 years) Milo In2cricket

Location: City Library Days: Wednesdays Times: 10.30am - 11.30am

Movers and Groovers Parents and toddlers aged 1 - 5 years.

Bookings required.

Location: Babinda Library Days: 3rd Monday of the month Times: 10.30am - 11.30am

Hartbeeps Babies Parents and bubs aged 6 weeks - 12 months.

Bookings required.

Location: Smithfield Library Days: Tuesdays Times: 10.30am - 11.30am

Hartbeeps Toddlers Parents and toddlers aged 1 - 5 years.

Bookings required.

Days: Fridays (During school term) Time/Cost: 4.30pm, from $45

Location: Earlville Library Days: Thursdays Times: 10.30am - 11.30am

INFLATABLE KINGDOM

Monday Read Club

Days: Everyday Times: 9.00am - 12.00pm Tiny Tots during school term.

Location: Smithfield Library Days: Mondays during school term Times: 3.30pm - 4.30pm

More info: www.first5forever.org.au www.cairns.qld.gov.au/library, or email f5f@cairns.qld.gov.au

Baby Rhyme Times

FREE FITNESS ON THE ESPLANADE

9.00am - 4.00pm all inflatable on weekends, public holidays and school holidays.

Location: Cairns Indoor Sports, 164 Mayers St, Manunda LIBRARIES Storytime Location: Edmonton Library Days: 1st Thursday of the month Times: 10.30am - 11.30am Location: Gordonvale Library Days: 1st Tuesday of the month Times: 10.30am - 11.30am Location: Manunda Library Days: 1st Wednesday of the month Times: 10.30am - 11.30am Location: Stratford Library Days: 2nd Tuesday of the month Times: 10.30am - 11.30am

Location: Earlville Library Days: 1st Tuesday of the month Times: 10.30am - 11.00am Location: Smithfield Library Days: 2nd Thursday of the month Times: 10.30am - 11.00am Location: Stratford Library Days: 3rd Thursday of the month Times: 10.30am - 11.00am

Storytime Parents and pre-schoolers aged 3 - 5 years.

No bookings required.

Active Living Fitness Playground Days: Mondays Time: 5.30pm - 6.30pm Location: Aqua Café by the Lagoon Active Living Pilates

Active Living Mumbalates Days: Wednesdays Time: 9.30am - 10.30am Location: Muddy’s Playground Active Living Aqua Zumba Days: Wednesdays Time: 5.30pm - 6.30pm Location: The Lagoon Active Living Boxfit Days: Thursdays Time: 6.30am - 7.30am Location: Fogarty Park Sahaja Yoga Meditation Days: Saturdays Time: 7.30am - 8.30am Location: Western Event Lawn Active Living H.I.I.T Days: Saturdays Time: 8.00am - 9.00am Location: Aqua Café by the Lagoon Active Living Aqua Aerobics

Days: Tuesdays Time: 6.30am - 7.30am Location: Lagoon Deck

Days: Saturdays Time: 9.00am - 10.00am Location: Cairns Esplanade Lagoon

Active Living Beach Volleyball

PARADISE PALMS

Location: City Library Days: 4th Thursday of the month Times: 10.30am - 11.00am

Days: Tuesdays Time: 5.30pm - 6.30pm Location: Volleyball courts

Drive 50

Free first5forever Program

Active Living Zumba Fitness

Bopping Babies Parents and Bubs aged 3 - 12 months.

Bookings required.

Days: Tuesdays Time: 5.30pm - 6.30pm Location: Lagoon Deck

Days: Every Sunday Time: 3.00pm Location: Paradise Palms, Kewara Beach

Location: Manunda Library Days: 4th Tuesday of the month Times: 10.30am - 11.00am

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Celebrate

AUSSIE AUSSIE AUSSIE Our country is known for its stunning nature, captivating wildlife and our own distinct style of celebrating. We celebrate simply with barbecues in the backyard, swimming in the pool and having an all-around great time with friends and family. So, next time you have an Aussie-style celebration, impress your guests with these simple entertaining tips: Pretty patterns.

For a playful summery outfit, adorn yourself in an adorable papaya coloured jumpsuit covered head-to-toe in patterns of palm leaves and berries. Incorporate this theme into your BBQ decorations by laying out some patterned decorative pillows for your guests.

Tabletop décor.

Reuse empty Australian beer bottles and sandwich spread containers as a vase for native flora. Not only is this economical but it gives a distinctly Australian feel to your setting, too. For something a little more modern but just as easy, grab some bright flowers from the yard and attach them to the outside of wine glasses with cute little pegs. This will ensure everyone knows which glass is theirs throughout the celebration. Just be sure not to use poisonous plants.

Savoury flag.

If you have plans of serving up a classic pie, then make it a rectangular one. Make some small cuts in the pastry to form the stars of the Australian flag. After baking, finish your creation by drawing on the Union Jack with tomato sauce. This takes minimal effort and will have everyone saying, “Wow!” Australia Day Inspired Cupcakes.

Put in an order at Cakes Annietime for these delicious Australia Day Inspired cupcakes. Try the fresh fruity pavlova cupcakes, the gooey stacked lamington cupcakes, or both! Cakes Annietime cater for vegan, gluten free and other allergies, which is perfect for when you have a range of guests with different dietary requirements.

Check out their website, www.cakesannietime.com.au

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1. Nala Jumpsuit in Papaya - RRP $189.00 - www.gypsett.com.au 2. Australian Flag Pie 3. Pavlova and stacked lamington cupcakes RRP $5.50ea - www.cakesannietime.com.au 4. Zakkia Dot Vase Terracotta - RRP $31.00 - www.korufurnitureandhomewares.com.au 5. Australian classics used as vases 6. Australian flora on glasses www.lenzo.com.au 7. Kelly Koala Dingaring - RRP $20.00 www.ellej.com.au 8. Bonnie & Neil Cushion Daisy Multi - RRP $149.00 / Bonnie & Neil Cushion Heiloom - RRP $158.50 www.korufurnitureandhomewares.com.au 9. Weber Summit E470 Premium LP. Premium Gas Stainless Steel Barbecue. Large 4 Burner BBQ with Side Burner, Sear Station, Rotisserie with Infrared Burner.

Exclusive in Cairns to Turners Home Appliances - RRP $4299.00 www.turnershomeappliances.com.au

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Advertorial

Have you enrolled your pup in preschool?

STORY Jane Quinn

Cairns Veterinary Clinic’s Puppy Preschool Program can give your puppy the best start. Enrolling in puppy preschool will provide your pup with basic obedience and essential early socialisation and is a great way to get your pup on the right track to becoming a happy and well-adjusted member of the family.

Puppies are very accepting of new situations and experiences and develop very quickly. The best time to introduce your puppy to the world is between the ages of eight and eighteen weeks of age, a very important development period for dogs.

What do they learn?

We have designed our puppy preschool to take advantage of this important learning period. It is a fun and interactive course run over four weeks, in a supervised environment. Our course covers puppy behaviour, socialisation, basic obedience skills such ‘sit’, ‘drop’ and ‘stay’ as well as common problems including mouthing, biting and toilet training and general health care. You will be supported in raising your pup to be a happy, healthy and well-behaved member of the family by our puppy preschool instructors, who are qualified and experienced veterinary nurses.

How old must they be?

Your pet must be between eight and 18 weeks of age to attend our classes, and it’s essential that they have had their first vaccination, as this ensures all

puppies attending the class are protected against infectious diseases.

When are courses held?

Our four-week courses begin on the first Wednesday of every month and are held between 6.30pm and 7.30pm.

We limit our class sizes, which allows us to focus our attention on your puppy. We encourage all the family to attend, though puppy handlers need to be over 12 years of age, to ensure consistency with training during this important development period.

Further training?

After graduating from puppy preschool, there are varying levels of further obedience training available, which we recommend doing, from Beginners Obedience through to Competition Obedience. Training is fun for the family and your pet and has the added advantage of discount registrations from Cairns Regional Council for dogs that have a Level 3 Obedience certificate.

Vaccinate with Cairns Veterinary Clinic to receive a 50 per cent discount.

Have your pet’s first (or second) vaccination at one of our clinics before you enrol them, and we will offer you a 50 per cent discount off the cost of your pup’s Puppy Preschool program.

For more information about our Puppy Preschool program, contact us on 4032 9999.

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School Holiday Guide

SCHOOL HOLIDAY GUIDE THE YOUNG COMPANY

CAIRNS LIBRARY

Super Squad Assemble: Capes And Masks Unite!

Tuesday, 2 to Friday, 5 January 2018 From: 9.00am to 3.00pm Cost: $220.00 - $275.00 Ages: 5 - 12

Cairns Library Workshops

Musical Theatre Tuesday, 2 to Thursday, 4 January 2018 From: 3.30pm to 6.30pm Cost: $140.00 - $175.00 Ages: 13 - 17 Three, Two, One, Action: Prepare For The Stage!

Monday, 8 January 2018 From: 9.00am to 5.00pm Cost: $65.00 - $95.00 Ages: 5 - 12

Cairns Libraries run free activities every school holiday period at various library branches, so if you are looking for something fun and free to do with the kids during the school holidays your local library is the place to be!

Bookings usually open at the hosting branch two weeks prior to the school holidays and are very popular so make sure you book early to avoid disappointment. See their Events page for a full listing of dates and locations.

Tip - Like Cairns Libraries on Facebook and you’ll be up to date when bookings open!

P 4044 3720 F Facebook/cairnslibraries www.cairns.qld.gov.au

Alice In Wonderland: The Musical (Via Audition) Monday, 8 to Friday, 12 January 2018 From: 9.00am to 3.00pm Cost: $340.00 - $395.00 Ages: 10 - 17

BACKSTREET DANCE

Faraway Fiasco: Fight for the Crown Tuesday, 9 to Friday, 12 January 2018 From: 9.00am to 3.00pm Cost: $220.00 - $275.00 Ages: 5 - 12

•• Hip-Hop

Dress Rehearsal: Practice Makes Perfect…

Monday, 15 January From: 9.00am to 5.00pm Cost: $65.00 - $95.00 Ages: 5 - 12 Surf Universe Wipeout!: Beach Battle Bonanza!

Tuesday, 16 to Friday, 19 January 2018 From: 9.00am to 3.00pm| Cost: $220.00 - $275.00 Ages: 5 - 12 Bookings required.

P 4041 4066 E admin@theyoungcompany.com.au F Facebook/theyoungcompanytheatre www.theyoungcompany.com.au

CAIRNS MINERAL & LAPIDARY CLUB INC No Stone Unturned Exhibition These school holidays the Cairns Mineral and Lapidary Club are exhibiting their collection and works which includes jewellery displays. Lapidary is the craft of collecting, cutting and polishing of precious, semiprecious and other eye-catching stones to be displayed or set in jewellery.

From: Monday, 1 to Monday, 22 January 2018 Weekdays: 8.30am - 4.00pm Weekends: 8.30am - 1.00pm Venue: Botanic Gardens Visitor Centre, Collins Avenue, Edge Hill See the Cairns Botanic Gardens Facebook page or visit the Tanks Arts Centre website for full details.

E info@tanksartscentre.com www.tanksartscentre.com

Improve your confidence! Backstreet Dance has positive teachers, no exams and zero pressure.

Only fun! Dance styles include: •• Jazz/Funk •• Contemporary Classes are for ages 3 and up and they accept all body shapes and sizes.

Free Dance Class! - Saturday, 20 January.

P 0407 995 182 E info@backstreetndance.com.au F Facebook/BackstreetDanceCairns www.backstreetdance.com.au

DFO CAIRNS DFO Cairns is the place to be these school holidays!

With up to 70 per cent off leading brands, a range of tempting food options, an abundance of free parking, centre wifi and free activities for the kids, there is something for everyone at DFO Cairns.

Cook up a Storm: Pizza making workshops.

Monday, 15 to Friday 19 January 2018 10.00am, 10.45am, 11.30am and 12.15pm Roll into their pizza making workshops and let the kids get creative with their toppings.

Bookings required.

P 4051 7444 F Facebook/DFOCairns www.dfocairns.com.au

WOREE SPORTS AND AQUATIC CENTRE School Holiday Program From Sunday, 8 to Thursday,12 January 2018.

Free assessments for all new children.

Bookings essential.

P 4054 6964 www.woreepool.com.au

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School Holiday Guide

CAIRNS ART GALLERY School Holiday Workshops.

Cairns Art Gallery has some great workshops available throughout the school holidays.

Articulated 2D Underwater Creatures Monday, 18 January 2018 10.00am - 11.30am / $18.00 / Ages 5 - 8 1.00pm - 3.00pm / $21.00 / Ages 9 - 13 Master Drawings Tuesday, 9 January 2018 10.00am - 3.00pm / $28.00 / Ages 9 - 16 Draw from Memory Wednesday, 10 January 2018 10.00am - 12.00pm / $18.00 / Ages 5 - 8 1.00pm - 3.30pm / $21.00 / Ages 8 - 12 Sea Monsters Thursday, 11 January 2018 10.00am - 11.30am / $18.00 / Ages 5 - 8 1.00pm - 3.00pm / $21.00 / Ages 8 - 12

Aqua Park 1 x 50 min session: $15.00.

2 x 50 min sessions (consecutive): $20.00.

Bookings are necessary due to limited spaces.

P 4038 1304 E info@cableskicairns.com.au F Facebook/cableskicairnspage www.cairnswakepark.com

DANCE JUNCTION Jazz, Tap, Ballet, Hip-Hop, Cheerleading, Lyrical, Contemporary and Mummy and Me. Two Studios! Boys and girls. From fun to exams, eisteddfods and assessments.

Enrolment Days - Limited Availability From 8.00am - 4.00pm Edmonton Studio: Saturday, 14 January Caravonica Studio: Sunday, 15 January Bookings essential.

Wood Block Printmaking Friday, 12 January 2018 10.00am - 12.00pm / $21.00 / Ages 6 - 9 1.00pm - 3.30pm / $23.00 / Ages 10 - 15

P 0403 828 785 www.dancejunction.com.au

Rainforest Painting Monday, 15 January 2018 10.00am - 3.00pm / $28.00 / Ages 9 - 15 1.00pm - 3.00pm / $21.00 / Ages 8 - 12

Keep cool and dry these summer holidays at Cairns Aquarium.

Origami Tuesday, 16 January 2018 10.00am - 11.00am / $18.00 / Ages 5 - 8 1.00pm - 3.00pm / $21.00 / Ages 8 - 15 Chinese Mask Painting Wednesday, 17 January 2018 10.00am - 11.30am / $18.00 / Ages 5 - 8 1.00pm - 3.00pm / $21.00 / Ages 8 - 12 Flying Bird Sculpture Thursday, 18 January 2018 10.00am - 11.30am / $18.00 / Ages 5 - 7 1.00pm - 3.00pm / $21.00 / Ages 8 - 12 Class spaces are limited. Bookings essential.

P 4046 4800 E kelly.j@cairnsartgallery.com.au F Facebook/Cairns.Art.Gallery www.cairnsartgallery.com.au

CAIRNS WAKE PARK Cairns Wake Park’s Kids Club is a series of sessions run during the school holidays specifically designed to be an easy learning environment for younger kids. With a target age group of 6 to 12-year-olds, their professional coaches can easily ensure that all kids have a fun time while being introduced to the Wake Park in the most safe and child-friendly way.

The sessions run from 8.30am to 10.00am on Monday, Wednesday and Friday mornings during the school holidays. The cost is $35.00 per child including all equipment and coaching.

Kids Club First session is on Wednesday, 3 January from 8.30am - 10.00am. $35.00 per child per session.

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CAIRNS AQUARIUM

Open everyday from 9.00am, the whole family will have guaranteed interaction with the spectacular beauty and grandeur of over 15,000 fish and aquatic animals from the Great Barrier Reef and surrounding Tropical North Queensland rainforest, without the need to get wet or even leave the city!

General Admission: Adult (15+) $42.00 and Child (aged 3 - 14) $28.00 Annual Passes from: Adult (15+) $93.00 and Child (aged 3 - 14) $62.00 Discounts apply for local residents 10% off prices above.

P 4044 7300 E vedwards@cairnsaquarium.com.au www.cairnsaquarium.com.au

GO BOWLING These school holidays Go Bowling is offering some great deals. Entertain the kids in air-conditioned comfort.

Happy Hour Twice a Day, 7 days a week Between 9.00am - 10.00am and 3.00 pm - 4.00pm Kids $7.00 per game / Accompanying adults $9.00 per game.

Family of 4 Mega School Holiday Deal 2 Adults and 2 Kids - play 1 game each for just $35.00.

2 Games plus 2 Amusement Machine Tokens Kids $16.00 / Accompanying Adults $19.00 3 Games, 3 Amusement Machine Tokens and a Can of Soft Drink Kids $19.00 / Accompanying Adults $22.00 Bookings are essential.

P 4053 3497 F Facebook/gobowlingcairns www.gobowling.com.au

School Holiday Guide

BAD FISHY Bad Fishy operates thrilling jet boat rides on the Cairns Trinity Inlet, with spins and slides and highspeed donuts, it’s loads of fun and a great way to experience Cairns.

What’s included: 2 FREE CHILDREN with each paying adult, recieve: •• FREE activities with paying adult.

•• FREE lunch with paying adult or FREE Night Fire Dinner and Show.

Save 20% off adult and child tickets when you mention PakMag at time of booking this month!

Local ID must be shown on arrival to recieve local special.

Adult $69.00 - PakMag Special only $55.20 Child $45.00 - PakMag Special only $36.00

P 4042 9999 E bookings@tjapukai.com.au F Facebook/tjapukai www.tjapukai.com.au

(Children must be under 16 and at least 1.2m tall) P 0499 490 030 E bookings@badfishy.com.au www.badfishy.com.au

MOUNT SHERIDAN PLAZA This school holidays Mt Sheridan Plaza has lots happening: The Magic Chef: FREE 40-minute shows Monday, 8 to Friday, 12 January 2018 Two shows daily at 10.00am and 12.00pm in Centre Court Nick Britt, who’s based in Queensland, has been doing shows for over ten years and has performed for over half a million people. Nick will amaze you with his jawdropping tricks. A duck appears out of nowhere and then vanishes into thin air.

You will need: •• A pinch of comedy •• A good dose of magic •• Sprinkle of laughter •• Throw in a dash of audience participation •• Simmer for 30-45mins, and watch carefully Build-A-Bear Workshops 3 sessions per day: 10.00am - 11.00am 11.30am - 12.30pm 1.00pm - 2.00pm Children will have the chance to build and bring to life their very own soft toy, a companion they will cherish forever. They can dress their teddy bear in a range of styles, with clothing and dresses complemented by socks, shoes, hats and glasses.

ONLY $10.00 (additional accessories sold separately).

Limited spaces (30 pax).

P 4036 3150 E kjudd@mtsheridanplaza.com.au F Facebook/mtsheridanplaza www.mtsheridanplaza.com.au

TJAPUKAI Discover where Australia begins at Tjapukai. Explore the rich history of the world’s oldest living culture, dating back over 65, 000 years. Whether you visit the park by day or night, you’ll enjoy a unique cultural experience with performance, dance, food and arts.

Locals Holiday Special - 2 FREE Kids with each paying adult day or night.

Tjapukai by Day: Adult $62.00 Night Fire by Tjapukai: Adult $123.00

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SUPRIMO The Cairns waterfront restaurant with something for everyone. Open from 11.00am to late every day. Treat the kids over the holidays with kids meals for only $9.90. Plus the Pier has 2 hours FREE undercover parking.

10% off when you mention PakMag. P 4041 5181 F Facebook/Cafesupremocairns www.thepiercairns.com.au/dining-cafes-bars /caffe-suprimo

INFLATABLE KINGDOM The perfect venue to have a great time for all ages.

Inflatable Kingdom is a high-energy, action-packed environment with inflatables of all shapes and sizes.

Open every day of the school holidays, 9.00am to 4.00pm.

To stay up to date with all that’s happening, check out their Facebook page or visit them at 164 Mayers Street, Manunda at Cairns Indoor Sports.

P 4032 2844 E admin@inflatablekingdom.com.au F Facebook/inflatablekingdomcairns www.inflatablekingdom.com.au

MODERN PANTRY Kid’s cooking classes! Fun, educational and hands-on classes teaching children the joy of cooking. Allinclusive and the kids take home everything they cook plus a recipe folder. $45.00 per child for a two-hour class.

P 0405 039 199 E info@modernpantry.com.au www.modernpantry.com.au

PARADISE PALMS Paradise for kids young and old with lots to keep the kids occupied during the school holidays. There is a swimming pool, an adventure playground, an 18-hole mini-golf course and a family friendly restaurant.

Families can enjoy a full day of fun with unlimited entry to the Adventure playground, lap pool or mini golf for a whole day. Prices start from just $4.00. The restaurant offers a full vegan menu on top of their regular menu, which is perfect for special dietary requirements and allergies. Plus, every Sunday from 1 January to 31 March, you and your family can take part in the Drive 50 event.

Open daily from 7.00am P 4059 9924 F Facebook/paradisepalmscairns www.paradisepalms.com.au

School Holiday Guide

CAIRNS INTERNATIONAL TENNIS CENTRE January School Holiday Program Hot Shots: Ages 5+ Monday, 8 and 15 January.

Wednesday, 10 and 17 January.

Friday, 12 and 19 January.

9.00am - 1.00pm. $50.00 per session includes morning tea and lunch.

Free Tennis and Sign-on Day Saturday, 20 and 27 January.

9.00am - 12.00pm.

Hartley’s Crocodile Adventures P 4055 3576 Kuranda Koala Gardens P 4093 9953 BirdWorld Kuranda P 4093 9188 www.wildlifetropicalnorthqueensland.com

TOBRUK MEMORIAL POOL Take to the pool this summer and head down to Tobruk.

Not only do they have three pools, they also have the flow rider and Jump Zone for kids to enjoy too. Plus, make a day of it and head to the café for lunch too!

ANZ Hot Shots Gala Week

P 4051 2604 www.tobrukmemorialpool.com.au

Monday, 22 to Thursday, 25 January. $5.00 per 1hr session.

PAINTING PARTY

P 4041 3383 E admin@cairnsitc.com F Facebook/Cairns International Tennis Centre www.tennis.com.au/cairnsitc

SOUTH CAIRNS GYMNASTICS Launchpad Holiday Program: The launchpad holiday programs are perfect for new children to try gymnastics before enrolling in term classes, they are also a great way for existing members to continue their gymnastics during the holiday.

Tuesday, 9 to Thursday, 11 January 2018 Tuesday, 16 to Thursday, 18 January 2018 From 10.00am - 12.00pm From prep to Grade 6 P 4045 2947 E info@gymsportsfnq.com.au F Facebook/southcairnsgymnastics www.gymsportsfnq.com.au

FRANKLAND ISLANDS REEF CRUISES Looking for something fun for the whole family this school holidays? Join Frankland Islands reef cruises tour. They take care of everything on the day, including transfers from the centre of Cairns. They also provide all your snorkelling gear and do a guided snorkel with you.

Meals are provided, including morning and afternoon tea, as well as a delicious tropical buffet lunch.

Classes in January: Smart Owl Friday, 5 January 2018 From: 5.00pm - 10.00pm Ages: 18+ Blue Ballerina Sunday, 7 January 2018 From: 1.00pm - 4.30pm Ages: 12+ How to Paint Music Friday, 19 January 2018 From: 6.00pm - 9.00pm Ages: 18+ Your Song Friday, 27 January 2018 From: 6.00pm - 9.00pm Ages: 18+ For bookings, which are essential, and more information visit their website.

P 4031 2996 E info@paintingparty.com.au F Facebook/paintingpartycairns www.paintingparty.com.au

JAMIE GOSLING FOOTBALL ACADEMY Happy New Football Year!

Holiday Clinics

PakMag readers and locals specials available!

Call for more details.

Suitable for boys and girls aged 5 – 16 years.

9.00am - 12.00pm each day.

P 4033 0081 E reservations@franklandislands.com.au www.franklandislands.com.au

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WILDLIFE TROPICAL NORTH QUEENSLAND

Monday, 15 to Wednesday, 17 January 9.00am – 12.00pm each day

Hartley’s Crocodile Adventures, Kuranda Koala Gardens and Birdworld Kuranda are all 100 per cent locally owned and operated by a family company since 1980.

They are proud of their achievements in the field of professional wildlife tourism and their attractions offer a variety of ways to experience wildlife in the tropics.

Wildlife fun for a whole year!

The Mega Wildcard gives you unlimited entry to all three attractions for a whole twelve months.

Pass available for purchase at all three attractions.

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Monday, 8 to Wednesday, 10 January Week 2:

Located at Cairns State High School Cost – JGFA Players: $35.00 per day or $80.00 for 3 days. Non JGFA Players: $40.00 per day or $100.00 for 3 days.

What to bring: Hat, soccer boots/trainers, snacks and water bottle.

P 0450 181 626 E info@jgfa.com.au F Facebook/JamieGoslingFootballAcademy www.jgfa.com.au

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JUNGLE JUICE AND RAINFOREST MINI GOLF Mini golf in the rainforest, nine holes and great fun for the whole family. Next to Jungle Juice in the Kuranda Original Rainforest Markets.

Fresh juice, smoothies and allergy friendly foods.

Gluten and dairy free treats and snacks. Family-friendly outdoor dining.

9 holes of mini golf - $5.00 per person.

P 0417 999 102 E Info@jungle-juice.com.au www.jungle-juice.com.au

CAIRNS CENTRAL Head down to Cairns Central from Monday, 15 to Friday 19 January for Hoot and Hootabelle’s Owl Pal Playdate.

Stage shows at 11.00am and 1.00pm daily, with Meet and Greet at 12.00pm daily.

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LET’S GO CAIRNS Explore your own backyard with Let’s Go Cairns. This awesome local tour company will help you explore the area like never before, you can even go on a mystery tour for extra excitement! Locals discounts apply.

This option is great for when you have family visiting too to take the stress out of organising trips, so keep them in mind!

P 40432414 www.letsgocairns.com.au

MALANDA FALLS CARAVAN PARK Why not get away these school holidays? Malanda Falls Caravan Park is just over an hour from Cairns, so it’s close but still far enough to feel like you’re getting away! What’s more, kids stay FREE in January, so give them a call today, space is limited – be sure to mention PakMag! P 4096 5314 www.malandafalls.com.au

CAPTA GROUP PARKS Visit Rainforestation, Australian Butterfly Sanctuary, Wildlife Habitat and Cairns Zoom and Wildlife Zone for one great price. The local’s family pass is only $130.00 for a whole year, so not only can you visit this Summer Holidays, but you can visit every School Holidays and weekend for a year! www.capta.com.au

SUGARWORLD WATERPARK Sugarworld is open weekends and during the school holidays so beat the heat and have some with the whole family! With family passes at just $35.00 for Waterpark entry and $59.00 with Waterpark entry and use of the giant waterslides, you really can’t afford to miss this awesome activity this school holidays.

P 4055 5477 www.sugarworldwaterpark.com.au

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LASERTAG CAIRNS Their Mega Session is on again these school holidays on Saturday, 20 January.

If you haven’t been to one before, it’s four and a half hours of outdoor Lasertag with longer and more detailed missions than their normal sessions. It’s a great opportunity to use your camo gear if you have it, grab some mates and get outside.

Mega Sessions are $30.00 (only $6 more than a normal 2-hour session).

This includes the 4.5-hour session and a sausage sizzle for lunch. Soft drinks will also be available for sale at $2.00.

Minimum age: 7.

Repeat visits during school holidays are half price!

Bookings are essential, and places are limited, so you will need to book.

P 4039 1376 E info@cairnslasertag.com.au F Facebook/CairnsLasertag www.cairnslasertag.com.au

LASERFUN CAIRNS Open every day from 10.00am during the school holidays.

School Holiday Special Every Monday to Friday of school holidays.

1.00pm to 4.00pm.

3 hours of laser tag for $25.00/person.

Places are limited, so bookings are essential.

P 4031 9865 E bookings@laserfun.com.au F Facebook/LaserfunCairns www.laserfun.com.au

CAIRNS COLONIAL CLUB RESORT To celebrate the school holidays, the Cairns Colonial Club Resort is offering locals the opportunity to cool off with a special “Summer Sizzler” deal available for the month of January only.

Just $230.00 buys a 2-night stay in a newly restored Garden View Room with FREE hot buffet breakfast daily and what’s more, kids 12 years and under stay and eat for free!* Set in 11 acres of tropical rainforest gardens and featuring three lagoon style pools, the resort is the perfect place for families to relax and unwind after the festive season madness. Also available in a Gift Voucher.

To secure this discounted rate, please quote code SS002. *Maximum of 2 adults per room with 2 kids aged 12 years or under.

P 4053 8812 E reservations@cairnscolonialclub.com.au www.cairnscolonialclub.com.au

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AFTER SCHOOL ACTIVITY GUIDE SPORTS

CHOI KWANG-DO CAIRNS

CAIRNS INTERNATIONAL TENNIS CENTRE

Learn how to maximise your body’s force-producing capabilities through easy to learn martial arts movements. Choi Kwang-Do is not designed for sport competition, but rather for individuals to learn practical self-defence skills. Everyone is welcome at Choi Kwang-Do!

A full range of coaching programs are available after school, ranging from beginner to advanced levels. As athletes grow and develop their skill level, the programs are designed to meet their progress.

The programs include: •• 3 - 5yrs Blue Stage •• 5 - 8yrs Red Stage •• 8 - 10yrs Orange Stage •• 9+ yrs Green Stage •• Beginner Yellow Stage •• Squads P 4041 3383 www.tennis.com.au/cairnsitc

GORDONVALE GOLF CLUB Get into the world of golf this year! After school kids golf classes are starting in February 2018. Stay tuned and look out for details on the Gordonvale Golf Club website.

P 4056 3999 www.gordonvalegolfclub.com.au

AFL CAIRNS JUNIORS Registrations for each club are now open for participants aged 7 to 17.5 years. Any participants who are interested in beginning their AFL journey can participate in the nationally recognised AFL Auskick Program.

All clubs will hold their Information and Come and Try Day on Sunday, February 11th from 9.00am to 12.00pm with training to commence the following week.

To find out more information about your nearest club and what they have to offer please visit www.aflcairns.com.au/clubs or register at www.aflcairns.com.au/registration

P 0414 782 189 www.ckdcairns.com.au

CAIRNS INDOOR SPORTS If your child is interested in sports, Cairns Indoor Sports is the way to go. Junior soccer and junior cricket programs are offered. Looking to get active and make some new friends? This is the perfect way!

PLUS, mum and dad can also sign on too – Cairns Indoor Sports offers netball, volleyball, cricket, dodgeball and soccer, so join a team today and get back into the sports you love (or discover a new one!) this year. You can nominate as a team or a single player and Cairns Indoor Sports will pair you with a team to match your skills.

P 4032 2844 www.cairnsindoorsports.com.au

EDGE HILL UNITED FOOTBALL CLUB Get down to Edge Hill United Football Club on 3rd February from 9.00am – 1.00pm for their Sign On Day. Boys and girls are welcome to sign up to the Tiger Cubs (3 - 5 years), Miniroos (5 - 11 years), Junior Competitive (12 - 16 years) and Youth (16 - 18 years) teams. www.ehufc.com.au

CAIRNS NETBALL Netball is HUGE in Cairns, with 14 junior clubs and 86 teams participating on Tuesday night in 2017. So, if your child loves netball, make sure you head down to their Sign On Day, which is usually in early February – check out their Facebook page for more details.

AFL Auskick is $75.00 and is held at all clubs and most schools in the Far North Region.

Their NetSetGo Programs give 5 - 10-year-olds a great introduction to the sport and their Junior teams (11 - 16 years) help hone their skills. Mum and dad can get involved too. Senior Netball is from 16+ years, so check out your club options – Ladies and mixed teams available.

P 4042 3000 www.aflcairns.com.au

P 4051 7501 www.cairnsnetball.net.au

AFL Cairns Junior Club Registration varies for each club but is approx $150.00 - $200.00 for a season.

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GYMSPORTS FNQ AT SOUTH CAIRNS GYMNASTICS GymSports FNQ offer a range of programs for all ages in 2018 which include: Lauchpad Programs KinderGym for 2 - 5 years (girls and boys) Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday from 9.30am 10.30am MiniGym for Pre-Prep (4 - 5 years) only (girls and boys) Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 3.45pm 4.30pm GymFun for 5 - 8 years (girls and boys) Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 4.00pm - 5.00pm Saturday from 9.00am - 10.00am GymSkills for 8 - 12 years (Girls) Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 5.00pm - 6.00pm Saturday from 9.00am - 10.00am GymSports FNQ Programs GymSports Levels Program (girls – by invitation only) Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 5.30pm - 7.30pm Super-Boys for 8 - 12 years (boys) Tuesday and Thursday from 4.30pm - 5.30pm GymSports Level Program (boys – by invitation only) Tuesday and Thursday from 5.30-7.30PM

You can book into one or multiple classes (multiple class bookings will get 10% discount) P 4045 2947 www.gymsportsfnq.com.au

SPORTSWORLD Want to get the whole family involved in getting fit?

Why not join Sportsworld on a family membership?

Mum, dad, tweens and teens can use the gym, the pool, sauna and spa.

There’s no lock in contracts, so why not try it out today?

P 4051 2863 www.sportsworldcairns.com.au

DANCE BACKSTREET DANCE Backstreet Dance is a positive dance studio with a nurturing and upbeat atmosphere, dedicated to providing fun and upbeat classes. Jazz, hip hop, contemporary, and funk classes are offered for anyone over the age of three. Backstreet Dance’s mission is to make a positive impact on everyone who attends their classes!

P 0407 995 182 www.backstreetdance.com.au

DANCESCAPES

CheerFun for beginners Thursday from 3.30pm - 4.30pm

Energetic jazz, tap, contemporary and ballet classes for kids, senior students and adults offered each week during school terms. Students have the opportunity to perform in regional community events. Learn the art of dance in a positive and inspiring environment with Dancescapes!

CheerSkills Thursday from 4.30pm - 5.30pm

P 0412 576 272 www.dancescapes.com.au

Cheerleading Programs

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DANCE 2XS

TURNING POINTE DANCE STUDIOS

Get into dance the fun way! Dance 2XS classes offer a fun and nurturing environment where kids can learn the wonders of dance. Classes include cheerleading, hip hop, musical theatre, aerial skills, tumbling and acrobatics and more. No exams involved. Just fun.

P 4033 5315 www.dance2xs.net.au

Is your child aspiring to a career in professional dance?

Then Turning Pointe Dance Studios is for you. Students have the option of taking classes in classical ballet, tap, pilates, acrobatics, vocal coaching, and more.

All students are given opportunities and encouraged to perform to the best of their abilities in a safe and enthusiastic learning environment.

DANCE JUNCTION

P 4031 3390 www.turningpointe.com.au

Dance junction has a little something for everyone whether you like jazz, tap, ballet, contemporary, lyrical, cheerleading or hip hop, they offer it! Classes are available for boys and girls from as young as three right up to adults, no experience is necessary and advanced students are also welcome. Their aim is to encourage students to gain confidence, motivation and self-esteem through creative dance.

Sign On Days Saturaday, 13 and 20 January (Edmonton) Sun, 14 and 21 January (Caravonica) P 0403 828 785 www.dancejunction.com.au

FNQ DANCE ACADEMY Providing the opportunity to dance is their passion!

Dancers of all ages and levels of ability are welcome to join, whether you are a beginner or advanced. FNQ Dance Academy offers classes in ballet, tap, fitness jazz, contemporary, plus boys only classes and more. There is bound to be a class for everybody wanting to learn.

P 4051 4888 www.fnqdanceacademy.com.au

STEP IT UP CREW

THE ARTS CAIRNS ART GALLERY The Cairns Art Gallery provides classes for all ages.

Starting at just two years of age, the Creative Toddler Program provides an early introduction to art and the gallery. The Gallery Art School is a program designed to teach art skills to school-aged children through to adults to those wishing to build their skills.

P 4046 4800 www.cairnsartgallery.com.au

THE YOUNG COMPANY THEATRE Looking for fun, creative, and educational after school activities for kids aged 5 to 18 years? Then send them to tread the boards at The Young Company Theatre in 2018! They’ll develop confidence, explore their creativity, make new friends and learn the essentials of stage performance through improvisation, role-play, scripts, musical theatre and characterisation activities that they then perform in front of a live audience.

P 4041 4066 www.theyoungcompany.com.au

Step It Up Crew offers a wide range of classes for both boys and girls interested in dance. Classes focus on learning moves and increasing fitness, coordination and flexibility. Students work towards two concerts, both of which are set in a fun, non-threatening environment. At Step It Up Crew, concerts are not compulsory, the main aim is to have fun!

JUTE THEATRE SCHOOL

P 4057 5412 www.danceclassescairns.com.au

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Theatre is for everyone! If you are excited about the idea of developing your acting, stagecraft and ensemble work, then JUTE Theatre School will provide you with the development of your creative capacity and deepen your understanding of acting as a professional practice.

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OTHER ACTIVITIES LASERTAG CAIRNS Come and play laser tag after school! Lastertag Cairns is available for after school care groups for short laser tag sessions once a week. A play area for up to 30 kids at once can be set up to run games on.

P 4039 1376 www.cairnslasertag.com.au

CAIRNS SOUTH ALDON TUTORING Cairns South Aldon Tutoring focuses on teaching the fundamentals and extension of literacy and numeracy.

They cater for all ages, from school aged children right through to adults. Tuition can be conducted individually or in groups of three to four students per session depending on the subject, needs and age.

Focused on each student’s individual needs, Cairns South Aldon Tutoring supports them by recognising and acknowledging each student’s strengths.

P 0438 886 771 www.aldontutoring.com.au

TOBRUK MEMORIAL POOL Tobruk Memorial Pool is not only great for splashing around during School holidays or on the weekend, you can sign your children up to their awesome swimming lessons, or they can even join the Junior Squad Program. The Squad offers four levels including junior, intermediate, State level and national level.

Squad levels are set to cater for recreational swimmers, improving their stroke technique and fitness,

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right up to elite swimmers competing in National Championship competitions.

Enquire online or visit them to see how you can sign your child up.

P 4051 2604 www.tobrukmemorialpool.com.au

WOREE AQUATIC CENTRE Book Now for Term 1 – Swimming is a Skill for Life Their highly qualified, dedicated teachers teach kids from 5 months old through to adults in a family friendly atmosphere.

P 4054 6964 A 1 Pool Close Woree www.woreepool.com.au

FUSION FIGHT AND FITNESS Fusion Fight and Fitness offer a range of classes for 3 to 4-year-olds, 5 to 7-year-olds and 8 to 14-year-old, as well as women only classes including Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Junior Martial Arts, Boxing and Self Defence. Their classes not only help with strength and coordination but also teach discipline, build self-confidence and perseverance.

With three locations (Stratford, Innisfail and Atherton) you’re sure to find a centre for you.

Fusion Fight and Fitness are offering a FREE trial week – mention PakMag P 0408 799 829

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2. Pilot Pen Back to School Kit - RRP $65.00 - www.pilotpen.com.au - Get organised for the new school year ahead and pack up your pencil case with the latest range of pens from Pilot Pen! Each pack contains a range of 13 excellent Pilot pens, an eraser, stamp and pencil case. 3. X-Shot Bubble Ball - RRP $49.99 - Available: Kmart, Target, Big W and Toys “R” Us - X-Shot Bubble Ball is the hottest new item that takes contact sports to the extreme! Run, Crash, Roll and Smash with its durable material and easy to inflate system! The Bubble Ball can inflate up to 1.2m and withstand tremendous impacts! Use it in your backyard or in a sports field and get your game on! Blue team against Orange team! Who will be the last one standing? 4. Grit Fluxx - RRP $180.00 - www.gritscooters.com.au - This cool scooter has a strong skeletonised down tube 4” wide and 18” long alloy deck with integrated grind rails, Grit’s flex brake, soft feel grips, super smooth 110mm alloy core wheels and high-quality bearings. Choose from four awesome designs.

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Healthy Recipes

Lunchbox Snacks

by Julie Goodwin

Mini Banana and Strawberry Loaves - Makes 8 servings.

Samosa Patties - Makes 8 servings.

Ingredients

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3 Sanitarium Weet-Bix™ finely crushed 1 ½ cup wholemeal self-raising flour 1/3 cup sugar 250g punnet strawberries, hulled & diced 1 egg, lightly beaten 3 tablespoons light olive oil 3 very ripe bananas, mashed 1 cup So Good™ Almond Milk

4 Sanitarium Weet-Bix™ finely crushed 500g potato, peeled and chopped 500g sweet potato, peeled and chopped ¼ cup grated cheese ½ cup frozen peas and corn, steamed ¼ teaspoon curry powder ½ teaspoon salt 1 egg, lightly beaten 2 tablespoons oil

Method Place Weet-Bix™, flour, sugar and strawberries in a large mixing bowl. Combine egg, oil, bananas and almond milk in a separate bowl.

Fold liquid ingredients gently into dry ingredients until just combined. Spoon mixture into lightly greased 8 hole loaf tin tray.

Bake in a moderate oven, 180ºC, for 30 minutes or until golden.

Julie’s Tips •• These mini loaves can be made into muffins if you do not have a small 8 hole loaf tray.

•• These loaves freeze well and can be taken from freezer and popped into lunch box.

•• Use ¾ cup wholemeal self-raising flour and ¾ cup white self-raising flour for a lighter result.

Method Place all potatoes in a saucepan and cover with water.

Bring to boil then reduce heat and simmer until soft.

Remove from stove, strain and mash. Place in a large bowl mashed potato, cheese, peas and corn, curry powder, salt and egg. Mix well.

Form into tablespoon size patties and roll in crushed Weet-Bix™. Heat oil in a frypan and cook potato patties until golden on both sides.

Julie’s Tips •• Make using Gluten Free Weet-Bix™ and the recipe is then Gluten Free.

•• Can place on a lightly oiled oven tray and lightly oil top of patties. Bake in a moderate hot oven, 190ºC, for 30 minutes turning half way through cooking time.

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Business

BUSINESS NEWS Create your dream space WITH KORU

Shaping futures Marlin Coast Family Day Care is a Child Care Benefit approved child care service that focuses on each individual child’s development while providing high quality early learning in our qualified educators’ own homes.

Small groups of one to four children enjoy a natural approach to play and discovery, and form genuine, lasting bonds with their qualified and passionate early childhood educators. This offers parents peace of mind knowing their child is happy in a nurturing, natural and flexible home learning environment. Marlin Coast Family Day Care services all of Cairns and surrounds, North to South, Kuranda to Mareeba.

Since opening its doors in 2015, Koru Furniture & Homewares’ following of loyal customers has grown as word has spread about the cute store on Sheridan Street.

Are you passionate about working with children? Want to play a part in shaping their futures while running your own very successful business? Then call Marlin Coast Family Day Care now on 4057 9977. They’d love to hear from you and would be happy to answer any questions you may have.

Koru’s beautiful collection of unique products have proven to be popular with customers and there are new products and brands regularly added into the mix.

Store owner, Bronte Skaines, credits her amazing team for much of the store’s success as she often receives great feedback about their fantastic customer service and helpful advice.

This year, Koru has also started offering a personal design and styling service to its customers to help them transform their home or work into dream spaces that they love to live, work and play in.

BUSINESS INDEX Nikki the Clown

Modern Pantry

Facepainting, puppets, balloons, games, music, fun party entertainment by established, professional performer. p 0408 183 032 entertainmentcairns.com/nikkitheclown

Fun and educational classes that teach children the joy of food and cooking. p 0405 039 199 www.modernpantry.com.au

Spa in a Jar

PhyxMe Physio & Fitness

Locally developed natural skin and health care products to relax, restore and rejuvenate. p 0451 182 425 www.spajar.com

Run on Clouds. Stocked exclusively at PhyxMe. Try the world’s lightest performance running shoe by On. p 4053 4343 www.phyxme.com.au

Garden Sparkle

FAmazing Fashion & Beauty Boutique

Fairy gardens with heart. Kits and fairies, unicorns and accessories.

Shop at 54 Shield St, Cairns. p 0420 234 776 www.gardensparkle.com.au

Instore and online. Catering for teen girls through to the mature lady, plus much more! p 4045 0573 www.famazing.com.au

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BUSINESS INDEX Cakes Annietime Cake Shop and Café

Studio Pilates Cairns

Elegant, child friendly café. Custom cakes and cupcakes. Vegan, Gluten and Dairy Free options available. p 0408 727 420 www.cakesannietime.com.au

You won’t settle for an ordinary workout again. Discover your new favourite way to workout. p 4041 4140 www.studiopilates.com

Pretty Little Something

Abacus by Wallis

Online gift boutique inspired by tropical North Queensland.

Making gifting easy and beautiful. p 0410 519 790 www.prettylittlesomething.com.au

Skills for mental calculation. Sums, multiplication and division through abacus skills. 5 year olds + p 0437 600 229 facebook: Abacus by Wallis

Gift of the Gab

Curry D’lites

Call Kathy for quality creative unique and affordable wow factor for your next party or event. p 0488 972 789 www.giftofthegab.com.au

Authentic Indian cuisine food bar in the Cairns Central food court. Gluten and dairy free options available. p 0437 717 846 www.pakmag.com.au | January 2018 77

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Summer is the season known for its delicious fruit and celebrating in the sun, and we’re all about bringing that feeling into our home. While winter is known for darker colours and cosy items, summer is all about light and airy colours with tropical accents.

Get inspired and bring the bright, sunny colours into your home with these exciting ideas: Outdoor setting.

With the balmy summer evenings, it’s time to take full advantage of that patio space. Turn it into your own little summer hideaway by adding a modernised wooden dining table, brand-new bar area and plenty of leafy plants. Add a colourful bowl full of fruit, a tropicallooking table topper that also provides delicious, seasonal snacks for your visitors.

Go for a dip.

When the temperature rises so high that it’s too hot even just sitting around, it’s time to take a dip. Don’t have room for a pool? Then a fantastic stylish sevenseater spa is a great alternative – plus you can use it in the winter too if you turn on the heat! The kids will love spending time with you cooling off in the spa. Don’t forget to be sun safe though and always apply sunscreen.

Tropical decorations.

Bring the feel of the outdoors inside by placing brightly coloured printed pillows throughout the house. These items come in all sorts of funky prints, including fruits, native animals, tropical plants and more. Bring in the essence of summer too with fruity scented candles. Icecream sundae patterned quilt covers will provide a ‘cool’ vibe in the kid’s room and are guaranteed to impress.

Turn up the heat on your decorating efforts and revel in the relaxing tropical paradise you will create for your family to enjoy this summer.

1. Bonnie & Neil Cushion in Queensland Yellow - RRP $148.50 www.korufurnitureandhomewares.com.au 2. www.caesarstone.com.au 3. Bali Style 7 Seater Spa - See in store for details - www.swimart.com.au 4. Pretty Tin 130g Candle - RRP $12.00 - www.prettylittlesomething.com.au 5. www.caesarstone.com.au 6. We Are Feel Good Inc Sensitive Sunscrean RRP $27.95 - www.korufurnitureandhomewares.com.au 7. Charlie Suitcase RRP from $9.95ea - www.ellej.com.au 8. Green Cathedral Babanees Bench 1400mm - RRP $600.00 - www.korufurnitureandhomewares.com.au 9. Kip & Co Reversable Sprinkles / Sundae Quilt Cover - RRP $149.00 www.korufurnitureandhomewares.com.au

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HALLWAY HEAVEN The hallway is often the first thing visitors see upon entering our home, or it’s the link between the rooms in our home. Yet, when the topic of redecorating comes to mind, the hallway usually isn’t given priority.

It’s easy for the entry hallway to become a dumping ground for jackets and shoes, or for a hallway to be left undecorated all together, but it doesn’t have to be this way. A few clever decorations can work wonders.

rope hanging vase. Throughout the year, this vase can be stocked with collections of native flowers in bloom or bouquets received as gifts for birthdays and other special occasions.

On the Side A small hallway table by the door is an ideal place for a cute table lamp for a welcoming entry light. You could even fill the table with family photos in matching frames to make this a feature area.

Get organised Create a modern yet cosy place for your family to hang their jackets, hats and bags by adding some stylish wooden hooks to the wall. No more piles on the floor at the door!

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Add a practical finishing touch to your doorway with a stylish charcoal doormat. Doormats in dark colours won’t stand out plus they hide the dirt well.

Space in hallways can be limited, so why not look up solutions that are a little different? Consider a stylish

Don’t ignore your humble hallway it really can be a heavenly space.

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1. Marz Designs Pleated Wall Hook - RRP $45.00ea 2. Amalfi Sierra Vase with Hanger - RRP $21.00 3. Albi Rory Table Lamp - RRP $170.00 4. Armadillo & Co Entrance Mat in Charcoal - RRP $100.00 - www.korufurnitureandhomewares.com.au

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