PakMag Cairns - March 2019 Issue 141 by Grand Publishing

ISSUE: MAR 2019

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CAIRNS

LOCALâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S CONCEPTION JOURNEYS

PREP PARENTS FERTILITY TO 1 st YEAR

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HELPING KIDS IN THE WAKE OF A NATURAL DISASTER

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WELCOME 6 Entertainment: Check it Out 9 The Thing Is… 10 Journey to Becoming Parents 13 Helping Kids in the Wake of a Natural Disaster 17 Teach Your Child to Fly! 21 A Bucket List of FNQ 25 Students Thriving 27 Recipes: Brain Food 29 5 Ways to Fuel Your Body 31 Health 35 The PakMag Experts 39 What’s On Guide 41 Mini Mag 48 Prep Parents 57 Community Linkages 59 Terrific Teachers 63 Fertility to First Birthday 69 Getting to Know Baby 71 Bump, Bub and Beyond: Plan B 72 WIN – Bump, Bub and Beyond 75 Pregnant or Needing Gynaecological Advice? 76 Home with Caro and Kingi – Nursery Nesting 78 AFL Snapped 80 Business 82 Puzzle Page

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Hello and welcome to the March edition of PakMag. Well that wasn’t the start to the school year we were all hoping for. For many it’s been weeks of cleaning up, lack of access to food, and entertaining kids that are sick of being inside because of the poor weather. My house has been filled with muddy paw and footprints, mould, and even my herbs have all died and variety of phallic mushrooms have taken their place. We sure have had a big wet this year. What I have experienced is nothing though in comparison to others. Our hearts go out to all of the people who have been affected by the floods. Every time I am cleaning up something muddy or mouldy I am thinking of those that are going through much worse. There is one thing about NQ that I love the most, and that is when things like this happen, our communities band together as one to help each other and love each other. It’s beautiful and heart-warming to see. If only we could keep that sense of community going year round, our paradise would certainly be even more amazing. Until next time, have a great month, enjoy this edition and don’t forget to tell everyone, you read it in PakMag.

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Entertainment

CHECK IT OUT Belly2Babes Pop Up Shops When: Friday 1st - Saturday 2nd March Where: Stockland Cairns in front of Target When: Thursday 21st-Saturday 23rd March Where: Smithfield Shopping Centre near Kmart More info: www.belly2babes.com.au Belly2Babes provides clothing for expectant and new mothers. There is the option to 'try before you buy' at either their home studio by appointment, or one of their regular 'pop up shops'. Purchases can also be made online at www.belly2babes.com.au

Child & Baby Health Clinic / Mums & Bubs Morning Tea When: Tuesday 12th March, 9.00am - 11.00am Where: Childs World, 2 Borrowdale Close, Bentley Park More info: Contact Alison for more information: 0475 259 709 Hey Mumma! How does a nice cuppa and occupied kids sound? Head on over to the Child & Baby Health Clinic to catch a break whilst your little one gets their key age health check done. Mum will enjoy morning tea while the kids play and get their health checked by the registered health nurse at Childs World.

Buzz Music Grand Opening Weekend When: Saturday 9th March, 9.00am - 2.00pm to Sunday 10th March, 10.00am - 2.00pm Where: Buzz Music, 467 Mulgrave Road, Earlville More info: www.buzzmusic.co Head on over and discover Buzz Musicâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s brand new store on Mulgrave Road. There will be great prices on everything with up to 50% off storewide, free workshops, instrument demonstrations, live performances, giveaways, coffee van, sausage sizzle and more for the whole family to enjoy. Why not check out Buzz Music School while youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re there and meet some of the teachers, attend workshops and ask questions about the music lessons on offer?

Something Wicked When: Friday 22nd March, 7.00pm and Saturday 23rd March, 7.00pm Where: The Young Company Theatre, 169 Bunda Street, Cairns More info: www.ticketlink.com.au While doing time in the dreaded Detention Room Three, five school girls unlock a portal to the world of MacBeth. The Witches promise the girls their dearest wishes. All the girls are ecstatic, except for Eloise, who suspects that being involved with the supernatural may have unfortunate consequences. The prophecies backfire and one of the girls, Sara, becomes a witch herself. Can Eloise and her friends rescue Sara and close the portal once and for all? Tickets on sale now. A ticket must be purchased for all children 12 months and over.

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Save the date Cairns Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Festival When: Saturday 18th - Sunday 19th May Where: Tanks Arts Centre, Cairns Botanic Gardens and Cairns Performing Arts Centre More info: www.tanksartscentre.com/children/festival The Cairns Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Festival is back for the 6th year! This event aims to put our youngest creatives in the spotlight whilst also creating a safe and fun environment for families to explore, create and imagine. This year for the first time families are invited to get involved at the Tanks Arts Centre, Cairns Botanic Gardens and the Cairns Performing Arts Centre. With a range of FREE and ticketed events there will be something for everyone.

The Safelet - Wearable Safety Bracelet More info: www.safelet.com Developed by a Netherlands-based company and brought to North Queensland by Life Sumo, The push of a button on this clever bracelet is all it takes to save a life, sending an emergency alert to family, friends and a network of guardians. When activated, the bracelet also shows the location of the sender and has a microphone to record events. Anybody can find themselves in a vulnerable situation, and the Safelet plays its part in bringing the community one step closer to safety.

Holi Festival of Colours When: Saturday 23rd March, 11.00am-3.00pm Where: Cairns Showgrounds, entrance through Severin Street gate More info: Cairns Indian Association Holi is a Hindu festival celebrating colour, love, fertility, and the triumph of good versus evil. The festival involves throwing handfuls of colourful powder on each other, so be prepared to get messy! Head on down to the Cairns Showgrounds brighten up your day with a full rainbow of colours.

The Thing Is

The Thing Is... STORY Bree James

Parent fails. We’ve all had them. The funniest one I’ve seen was a lady that fake tanned her body and then breastfed her baby. The baby ended up with a fake tanned boob circle on his face. I’ve had some shockers. When my son was 2 years old, he hurt his arm whilst being taken care of by a relative. He seemed ok, but a week later we noticed he was favouring one arm. We took him to the doctors and left with his arm in a cast. Same thing happened to same child 3 years later. Twice he had an injury but we thought it was minor and it wasn’t… oops. Or the time my husband messed up the time for our youngest child’s performance for his last day of Kindy. Not only did we miss the concert, but all the other kids left at midday and he was the only child left at 2.00pm when we turned up for the concert. That was a very sad day. The thing is… we all have parent fails. If you aren’t failing, you aren’t trying hard enough right? Please tell me that statement rings true for parenting?! I remember my parents failed quite a few times. Picking us up from gymnastics often meant hours of waiting due to miscommunication between them (and there were no mobile phones back then). The home birthday cakes that no one would eat because they were as dry as cardboard. The DIY haircuts to save money, that literally looked like Mum put a bowl on my head and thought “that will keep my scissor line straight” (this always ends up as a parent fail, don’t do it!).

The conversations they had (or the adult activities) not thinking we were listening. To the food left in the fridge that we thought was ok to consume... I ate 2-week-old chicken at my dad’s house once. I was hospitalised and couldn’t eat chicken for 2 years or I’d get sick again. Parent fails happen. In the moment, parent fails are not always funny, and we are traumatised for a long time (I was too scared to see a hairdresser until I was in my twenties and I am still really careful with chicken). However, some make nuggets of gold for their 18th birthday party and beyond. Like the times you find your kids eating dog food, cockroaches, or their own bodily fluids. As much as I hate failing, I do wonder which parent fails I have done that will potentially scar my kids into adulthood! Probably the forgotten Kindy performance, fractured arms, and the time I said licking a 9-volt battery is fun. But hey, we can’t be perfect parents, or we wouldn’t have any funny stories, right? And if we really think about it, I am sure our kids have had many kid fails that have made us look bad too. Like the time they pee down the slippery slide at Bunnings or take Panadol to daycare to hand out... Kids sure have a fine way of helping us with our parent fails. If you are beating yourself up right now because of a parent fail, stop. We all have them, and it’s what makes the parenthood journey the rollercoaster it is.

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OUR journey to becoming parents The road to falling pregnant is different for every parent. Some of us accidently fall pregnant, some try for a month and fall pregnant, some try for months or years and have success, and sadly some are broken hearted time and time again. This month PakMag interviewed three local Cairns mums about their journey to conceiving their bundles of joy.

“Ryan and I were married for 7 years before we decided to try for a baby. I was already 35 years old and didn’t want to try for years. So we spoke to a fertility specialist, Dr Elizabeth Jackson, and asked her for some tips on falling pregnant.” To Deanna and Ryan’s surprise, just under a year later she fell pregnant with baby Darcy.

Deanna, Ryan and Darcy Ward

“At first I was in disbelief. Was the pregnancy test accurate? I told Ryan and we were both in shock Happy shock!”

Juggling a busy career as the National Maternity Services Manager for Ramsay Health Care, based at Cairns Private Hospital, Deanna Ward knew what having a baby was like, and knew she and her husband would have to have a plan to make it work.

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Being a midwife herself, Deanna was excited to embark on the journey of motherhood. “As soon as I was pregnant, I booked in with my obstetrician and the ‘Know My Midwife’ program at Cairns Private Hospital. It was so reassuring having familiar faces around me throughout this journey. I was determined to continue

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travelling and building my career, so Ryan and I decided he would be the stay at home Dad and I would return to work full time.” Deanna’s advice for other families trying to conceive is to plan in advance, consider your finances, and to quit smoking and eat healthy to better your chances of conceiving. “Speak with a fertility specialist or GP about your plan to conceive too as they will have some great tip and tricks.”

Andrea, Alan, Scarlett and Flynn Attree While the road may have been bumpy, Andrea and Alan’s story certainly has a very happy ending.

wanting to conceive is to “find a great doctor to point you in the right direction and get the support you need. Do your own research and find out what would be right for you or what would suit your situation.”

Annette, Clay, Alex and Cameron Jarrett When Annette and Clay decided to start a family, Annette was told she would never get pregnant unless she lost weight. The journey they embarked on proved that life is full of surprises… “I was 40 years old and told to lose 50kg or I’d never get pregnant,” Annette recalls. “I made the decision to get lap band surgery which completely changed my life. I lost 47kg in 11 months.” After losing the weight, Annette and Clay decided it was time to add a little one to their family. To their surprise, she fell pregnant with twins! “We were so excited, and upon finding out we were having twins, we were even more excited,” Annette tells PakMag. “I had the perfect pregnancy – no morning sickness, no back pain, no swollen ankles. Our families were so excited for us.” Alex and Cameron, now 9 years old, were born at 38 weeks and weighed 3kg each making for a very happy family.

The journey was a difficult one, with several miscarriages before Scarlett was welcomed. “We had been trying for three years. She was my rainbow baby after miscarriages,” Andrea told PakMag.

Through her experience, Annette encourages other families who are struggling to conceive to keep trying, stay determined and stay positive. “Keep trying, follow the advice you are given and you have a much better chance that it will happen.”

However, conceiving a second time proved to be difficult. “After seeing a Urologist for another reason, my husband was told after a sperm count test that his count was really low. Our only hope was IVF,” Andrea recalled. “We left the Urology office feeling down, dejected and my husband was in tears. I told him to leave it with me.” Andrea remembers almost giving up after her miscarriages, but if she had, her daughter wouldn’t be here. “So off on my little mission I went. I researched and researched. We sought advice from a fertility doctor and decided to try male vitamins in a three-month package.” In January 2016, she felt a bit off. “What if I was pregnant? I bought a test, did the deed, and I saw two lines. I was shocked and in disbelief, and kept telling myself no way!” “I shook my husband awake and shoved the test in his face. He sat up, still half asleep. He was gobsmacked, speechless, but completely over the moon.” Later that year, Andrea and Alan welcomed baby Flynn into the world. Andrea’s advice for other couples

Thanks for sharing your inspiring stories, we’d love to hear more, so please share yours with us on Facebook, or through “Share Your Story” on the PakMag website.

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9 Ways to Help Your Children in the Wake of a Natural Disaster STORY Kathy Donaldson, The Parent's Precinct It’s been a devastating end to 2018 and start of 2019 for North Queenslanders. It started with the bush fires raging around Mackay in December, followed by cyclones ripping through communities in the North. This year we’ve been hit hard with continuous rain, causing flooding in several areas and damaging homes, shops and infrastructure across NQ, especially in Townsville.

WHEN NATURAL DISASTERS STRIKE Thousands of residents are coming to terms with the aftermath of these severe weather systems.

Give each child individual attention and allow them in their own time to talk about what happened and more importantly how they were feeling during the event. 2. Reassure These events can be very confusing for children and can often make them scared. The best way to help children understand is to offer them plenty of reassurance, extra cuddles and family time. Keep reassuring your children that these feelings are natural in the circumstances and that they are safe and ok.

But in addition to the clean up and the insurance claims, we need to consider how these natural disasters impact our children, and how we can help them understand what has happened.

3. Take away the blame

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Remind your kids that natural disasters are completely out of anyone’s control and no one is to blame for what has happened.

1. Ask and answer We can’t keep our kids in a bubble. They will see the news, hear stories and witness the aftermath. And they will probably have questions. Why did this happen? What happens next? Will it happen again? Be up front and honest about what has happened and what this means. Answer any questions they have in a delicate but truthful manner. Yes, it’s been a hard time, but everyone is safe and hopefully the worst is over.

Bad things happen. It’s part of life. But young children often have trouble understanding that it’s no one’s fault when things like this happen.

4. Keep your routine Try to maintain your normal routine as much as possible, especially when it comes to meal times and bedtime. The sooner your children get back to a normal routine they will feel safe and secure. 5. Watch for signs of anxiety Natural disasters can be scary, especially when they hit so close to home. Children may have trouble coming to terms with what happened or they may be worried that another disaster could happen again.

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If you notice your child is having trouble sleeping, seems anxious, stressed and worried or is displaying any unusual behaviour then talk to them about how they are feeling. Consider giving them a comfort object (like a teddy or blanket) that they can cuddle if there is a storm in the future. You may need outside support to help them. Contact your GP, your child’s school counsellor or one of the services listed below. 6. Give them a chance to express their feelings If your kids are anxious about natural disasters but are having trouble communicating these concerns, look for additional outlets to help them. Ask them to draw a picture or write down their thoughts in a journal. 7. Set up a family emergency plan Having a family emergency plan and evacuation kit in place, just in case, can be comforting and reassuring for kids. It can help them feel safe and prepared if disaster strikes. Sit down as a family to make a checklist of what you need. Map out where to go, what to do and what will happen in various situations, such as if the kids are at school or you are at work. If you are unsure what to include in your emergency kit, head to your local council’s website for a handy list of what to pack. We can’t control the weather but we can take precautions to ensure everyone is safe. Doing this as a family can help alleviate any fears kids may have.

8. Focus on the positive stories There have been so many beautiful stories that have come from this traumatic time. Families helping families, communities banding together, people reaching out to those who need it. It’s these heroic and heart-warming acts that are worth focusing on. Sharing these stories with your kids can help them see that kindness and community support are stronger than even the most severe storm. Better still, if you and the kids are in a position to help out, get involved! This can give the kids a focus and help everyone move forward as a community. By spending time helping others, your children will learn the value of compassion and empathy. The best way they will learn this is from you and the adults and role models around them. 9. Have fun No matter what is happening around you, find time to joke and laugh and do some stupid things…the kids will find it very entertaining and will join in as you lighten up, smile, laugh and enjoy their company! Every child is unique and you know your child best. If you feel like something isn't quite right, don't hesitate to act. Trauma, if left unmanaged, can cause stress and anxiety which can lead to mental health issues. Talk to them, speak to a professional and seek medical advice.

RESOURCES AND SERVICES Talk N Tap Therapy www.talkntaptherapy.com Talk N Tap Therapy provide counselling and EFT tapping (Emotional Freedom Technique) for ages 5 - 25. EFT tapping is a quick and gentle solution to release intense emotions. Tapping can be easily learned by children of all ages. Clearing emotional trauma in children is vital as it allows them to be free to interact in their everyday life. Healthy Families at Beyond Blue www.healthyfamilies.beyondblue.org.au A great rescource which includes tips on helping kids cope with anxiety, building resilience and optimism and much more. They have a simple mental health checklist that you can do to determine if your child could be at risk. If the rating does come back as high, then talk to a GP about your next plan of action. Kids Helpline (1800 55 1800) www.kidshelpline.com.au Kids Helpline is Australia’s only free, private and confidential 24/7 phone and online counselling service

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for young people aged 5 to 25. Their website is a great rescource not only for kids, but young adults and parents too. There are articles on helping kids identify and express feelings, anxiety in kids and teens, building respectful relationships and much more. Mission Australia www.missionaustralia.com.au Mission Australia's integrated nationwide services help people find safe and affordable housing, support disadvantaged children and families, empower troubled young people, assist people with mental illness and disability, and much more. Early intervention and prevention is at the heart of their work. After Care www.aftercare.com.au Aftercare is Australia’s longest serving mental health services organisation. They believe in enhancing the social and emotional wellbeing of their clients through social justice and their commitment to collaborative learning and recovery.

Education

How to teach your child to fly! STORY Sandra Barclay, Catholic Education Diocese of Cairns It can be said that every child is gifted, and children unwrap their gifts and talents at different times and in very different ways. Children are eager to learn about their world, however there exists a small percentage of children who are “gifted”. This group of children has the potential to perform at a level far beyond what might be expected from other children their age. Traditionally when we think of gifted children we imagine an intellectually gifted child, however children can also be creatively, socially and/or physically gifted. No gifted individual is the same and the level of giftedness can range from mildly gifted through to profoundly gifted. What are some of the cues and signs that your child may be gifted or talented? Some children may have a passion in one subject or sport or be very creative, but no gifted learner exhibits traits in every area. Gifted children can reason at a high level, learn rapidly and have an intense love of learning. From a very young age they can express strong feelings and opinions and will often surprise by asking questions about complex social issues. They usually love adult company and have a well-developed sense of justice and a mature sense of humour. Gifted children may have time management problems and because they finish their work quickly and easily, they can be distracted by the many thoughts, plans and ideas they are constantly generating. Gifted children often need to be taught how to effectively manage their thoughts and time. Your child will think differently and

may be emotionally and socially out of sync with peers. Learning is important to the wellbeing of gifted and talented children and when you support a gifted child’s learning, you’re also supporting their overall wellbeing. Understand and identify your child’s strengths and their weaknesses and work to support them to develop their strengths and build strategies to cope in their areas of weakness. As each child’s experience is different, so will be the experiences of parents navigating a path to develop the potential of their child. Encourage your child to discover the joy of play and encourage their natural curiosity. While your child is exploring their everyday world, they are also learning how to learn. Provide rich activities at home to challenge their thinking, don’t be afraid to use sophisticated vocabulary and open-ended questions or to discuss how household items work. Push boundaries and have fun by visiting art galleries, going to the theatre, attend an international sporting event or the ballet, encourage your child to play a musical instrument and listen to a variety of music at home, read poetry with them, and celebrate if your child initiates philosophical discussions. You may also simply visit family or friends who have hobbies, live on farms, play musical instruments or have interesting jobs. Even a simple trip to the airport can fire up a child’s imagination and once you have presented a challenge, there is no need to revisit unless your child shows further interest.

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After discovering your child needs additional opportunities in school, it is essential to build a positive partnership with your child’s school and their teacher. Your child’s teacher is always your first contact. For a gifted child, learning can be fast paced and they may not need to repeat activities, so breadth of experience is important. Although the thought of approaching the teacher can sometimes be unnerving, there are several ways you can increase the opportunity for a successful outcome:

Parents and caregivers are usually the first to identify a child’s extraordinary gifts and talents. It can be overwhelming when parents recognise their child’s abilities, interests, and passions are different to other children. To support your child, learn as much as you can about giftedness. Read, attend conferences and link with other parents of gifted children. The more you understand about gifted children, their education and their specific social, emotional and intellectual needs, the better prepared you will be to support your child.

•• Approach the teacher as an ally in your child’s education, not a roadblock, and be open to the teacher’s opinion.

Encourage children to build relationships with like-minded children and provide the skills to accept children who may not have the skills they do. Support them in areas where they may not be ‘gifted’ such as with organisational or social skills.

•• Think about how you can be a partner with your child's teacher. Differentiating for many types of learners is complex. Are you able to spend some time in the classroom? It may be of benefit to make connections between a “gifted” child’s interests and homework. •• Ask about activities run by the school such as STEM (Science, technology, Engineering and Maths), Debating or Chess Clubs. •• Ensure that after the meeting both you and the teacher have clearly defined action items and a timetable for implementation. •• Remember to speak positively at home about your child's teacher and school. Refrain from complaining about the teacher or school as this could open the possibility of allowing your child to blame the teacher for their own lack of effort. If you feel your child is underachieving, the best person to speak with is your child’s teacher, so a good relationship with the teacher is important. Help the teacher learn about your child’s abilities and raise any issues early. Let teachers know when things are working. If it’s not working provide positive and practical suggestions and solutions. You are the most important advocate for your child's education, so don't be shy; just do it with diplomacy and flexibility.

Gifted children may be extremely sensitive and may become upset quickly by other children’s words and actions. Parents can help their child navigate this emotional minefield by teaching their children about their emotions and how to work with them. Allow and even encourage your child to make mistakes and teach them how to see mistakes and disappointments as an opportunity for learning. It is helpful for your child (and all children!) to know that not everyone is the same. Although there is a difference between what your child can do and what others can do, other children do have their own strengths too. You can point out that your child’s sister is good at making friends and his cousin is a great cook. Knowing about these differences can make it easier for your child to get along with, and value others – for example, it might help them to be understanding when other children struggle with maths that they find easy. The good news is there is plenty of support available for you and your child and remember there are two gifts we should strive to give our children – one is a solid foundation and the other is wings, and for a gifted child with solid foundations the sky is no longer the limit.

Websites for parents QAGTC www.qagtc.org.au

Cairns City Council www.cairns.qld.gov.au/region/teachers

Conference 15th and 16th March Practical workshop for teachers, Counsellors, Educators and Parents

Cairns City Council Library Events www.cairns.qld.gov.au/library/news-events/events

GERRIC www.education.arts.unsw.edu.au/about-us/gerric

Coding and robotics, film club, seed library, genealogy

The University of NSW runs programs for children, parents and teachers

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Raising Children – The Australian Parenting Website www.raisingchildren.net.au

Davies Creek

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A Bucket list of FNQ Escapes STORY Jodie Woodford - PakMag Ambassador Back when I worked at a language centre we would ask our homestay families to write their own profiles, describing their lives to prospective students. Considering my own profile, I always imagined writing “Likes nature and the outdoors” because I enjoyed being in the bush with birds rustling in the canopy, and the wholesome smell of damp earth. But when I pause and take stock, I realise I’ve just scratched the surface of what is available and have visited only the most well-known haunts such as the Tablelands’ lakes and waterfalls, Barron Gorge, Crystal Cascades and Stoney Creek. Worse still, my weekends have somehow morphed into couch time, leaving me wondering how I ended up signed up to both Netflix and Stan… So, with the library, the internet, and my friends’ knowledge at my disposal, I have researched some new places to explore and share with you my FNQ escapes bucket list.

Davies Creek One of my friends is absolutely smitten with this granite rock and eucalypt woodland hideaway and always encourages me to go. With campgrounds, swimming holes, waterfalls and mountain bike tracks, it really has it all. Getting there: Off Davies Creek road between Kuranda and Mareeba. Windin Falls Look this place up on Instagram and you will see it has the ultimate view! An infinity pool at the top of the falls overlooks a lush valley with steep mountains rising up on either side.

HIKING AND SWIMMING

Getting there: Drive 10 mins on Old Cairns Track past Lamins Hill Lookout near Malanda, until you see a sign for the falls. 2 hrs walk return from there.

Henrietta Creek

Glacier Rock

Apparently this cute little swimming spot is not so well-known. Those keen for a hike can follow a path from there to Nandroya falls.

An uphill walkover the Scenic Rail track, ending at Glacier Rock with a lovely view over the Barron River and surrounding suburbs.

Getting there: 10 mins past Mamu on the Palmerston Highway.

Getting there: Trail starts at the end of the Douglas Track Road in Kamerunga.

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Hartley’s Creek Interesting rock formations, small falls and swimming pools, and a rope swing.

Getting there: Half hour south of Cooktown. Take the Amos Bay turn-off from Mulligan Highway and follow the signage. 4WD recommended. Babinda Boulders Whilst I’d love to be fit enough to go hiking up Mount Bartle Frere in search of the golden bower bird, I shy away from any walks over six hours in length. Instead, I’ve put the 25 min stroll to Devil’s Pool and Boulders Gorge Lookout on my hit-list instead. I’m told that looking up the Yindinji tribal folklore about the Devil’s Pool is a must-do before you go. Getting there: 9 mins east of Babinda.

While you're there, check out Hartley's Crocodile Adventures, it's the best place to see crocodiles and local wildlife in Tropical North Queensland. Getting there: Park at the turn-off located on the left, about 500m past Hartley's Crocodile Adventures and walk from there. Trevethan Falls A beautiful cascading waterfall with plenty of pools to swim in.

STAYING A WHILE Etty Bay Camping A quaint little family-friendly seaside vista with camping sites or cabins available. The resident cassowaries are why I’m told this place is a must-visit.

tourist season kicks in. This accommodation has both camping and cabin options, and an observatory. Tours can be arranged to local attractions such as the caves, balancing rock, and historic mining town. Getting there: Chillagoe, 3 hrs west of Cairns.

Getting there: 15 mins south of Innisfail.

NB - For another outback option, check out the Undara lava tubes further to the south!

Action Ridge Farmstay

Home Rule Rainforest Lodge

Give the family a farm experience complete with egg collecting and calf feeding, without having to sleep in a tent.

With 100 acres this property boasts plenty of space to find a good campsite. There’s a croc-free creek for swimming, and a waterfall. Plenty of wildlife including bettongs and possums, and the multi-day trek to Cedar Bay commences from here also.

Getting there: Off Nash Road, between Millaa Millaa and Tarzali. Possum Valley Rainforest Cottages This property has two cottages in a rainforest setting. There is plenty of wildlife – possums of course, but also platypus and Lumholtz tree kangaroo. Getting there: Between Ravenshoe and Herberton. See directions on their website. Chillagoe Observatory and Eco Lodge After Easter appears to be a good time to visit out west, when the heat and the wet eases, and the

Getting there: 30 mins south of Cooktown at Wallaby Creek. Daintree Peaks ECO Stays Enjoy a little Daintree getaway by staying in a cabin on 25 acres of tranquil rainforest with minimal impacts on our beautiful ecosystem. Discover the wonders of the tropics right here and explore to your heart’s content. Getting there: 2 hours north of Cairns via Captain Cook Highway, following Cape Tribulation Road once past Mossman.

Here come the necessary disclaimers: Always read the signs, local warnings and heed advice to avoid flooded roads, stinging trees, flash floods, swimming with crocs and the like. This information has been gathered in good faith but please research your intended destination further in your planning process. Enjoy! I’m really excited to try out my bucket list and I hope to see you out there..

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STUDENTS THRIVE THROUGH THEIR LOVE OF LEARNING

Sit, listen, learn, repeat? Not at Peace Lutheran College! Students at Peace actively engage in ProjectBased Learning, collaborating and problem solving to harvest real-world knowledge and skills. Engaging teaching methods and flexible spaces not only motivate students, but also challenge the traditional view on classroom teaching and learning. Our children are entering into a world that is changing at a rapid rate. Knowledge is available at their fingertips. At Peace, our Junior School has embraced a progressive approach to education, changing our teaching and learning to focus not only on the knowledge side of learning, but the development of skills students need to engage and actively participate in the world in which they live. We are focussing on the development of students’ skills for life, those of collaboration, creativity, critical thinking and communication. Instead of sitting in a classroom taking notes to pass a test, Project-Based Learning (PBL) is a method of teaching that brings together several subjects that engage students in solving a real-world problem or answering a complex question. For example, in the subjects of Science and Health, students could be learning about ‘how to be healthy’. Instead of learning information and then producing a poster at the end, students are presented with an open-ended question, “How can we not get sick?”. Students then engage in asking questions, researching the topic, collaborating, seeking feedback and finally, presenting their findings in a way that is meaningful to them and to an authentic audience. This type of project learning uses critical thinking skills, not just repeating information.

Research shows that this type of learning increases student motivation. Students are engaged and develop a real love of learning, learning that is accomplished through the development of deep content knowledge, to deliver a meaningful project. Karl Fisch (Shift Happens) states, “We are currently preparing students for jobs that don’t exist, using technologies that haven’t been invented, in order to solve problems, we don’t even know are problems yet.” If this is true, then the way students were educated in the past must give way to how our children need to be educated today, in order to thrive in the future. At Peace Lutheran College we are diving into this new world of teaching and learning to ensure our students are fully equipped to be active citizens in our global world!

WATCH THE VIDEO IN THE ONLINE MAG To find out more about the school’s education model check out the above video “A Parent’s Perspective – Their Flexible Learning Journey” or head to www.nobelcoaching.com/project-based-learning-explained

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Recipes

BRAIN FOOD It’s essential to keep our brain's fuelled for the activities of the day, whether that be work, study, or chasing after the kids. These delicious recipes are not only super healthy for you, but taste amazing too.

TRIPLE IQ FISH CURRY RECIPE Dorothy Richmond, Dorothy Dietitian Serves 4

SUPER SALAD Serves 2 This delicious salad is the perfect side to a filling dinner or a refreshing, healthy lunch to fuel your brain. Most veggies are naturally low in fat and calories while containing no cholesterol at all. Did you know that avocado contains more potassium than bananas, blueberries have one of the highest antioxidant levels of common fruits and pumpkin seeds have been linked to reduced risks of numerous cancers? This salad certainly is super, and it’ll get you through the day. Ingredients 2 cups mixed leafy greens 1 cup steamed broccoli 1 avocado 5 yellow cherry tomatoes ¼ cup kidney beans ¼ cup blueberries ¼ cup sprouts 1 tbsp pumpkin seeds Italian dressing Method 1. Chop and steam the broccoli. Chop up the avocado and cherry tomatoes as desired. 2. Add all ingredients to a bowl and toss together with Italian dressing to taste. Enjoy! PakMag Tip You can easily make your own zesty Italian dressing using olive oil, white wine vinegar, water, honey, lemon juice and herbs.

This simple curry combines the omega 3 fatty acids from fish with a range of antioxidants from turmeric in curry powder and a range of vegetables. Ingredients Olive oil spray 1 kg firm fleshed fish such as king fish or nile perch 2 sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed 1 capsicum, chopped 1 large onion, chopped 2 carrots, chopped 2 pieces of broccoli, chopped 1 garlic clove, finely diced 3 spring onions finely chopped 1 tbsp ginger, finely diced 2 kaffir lime leaves, chopped 3 tbsp curry powder tsp of shrimp paste 1 x 370g can low fat coconut milk ½ cup water or chicken stock (as needed) Method 1. Heat a pan over medium heat and lightly spray with oil. Cook onions, garlic, curry powder, kaffir lime leaves and ginger until soft. Add the sweet potato, and carrots. Add a little water or chicken stock to just cover the vegetables and cook for 10 minutes. 2. Add the fish, capsicum and beans. Cook until the vegetables are just soft, the fish is opaque and the liquid has reduced. 3. Add the coconut milk. When further reduced to a sauce consistency toss through chopped coriander and spring onions. Check the fish is cooked through before serving. 4. Serve with a sprinkle of desiccated coconut, Basmati rice and a glass of sparking water with a dash of lime juice.

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Health

5 Ways to Fuel your Body STORY Kalisha Fitsch We all know that eating a healthy balanced diet is essential to get our bodies from A to B, and eating the right foods can even reduce your risk of getting certain diseases and illnesses. People diet for all types of reasons, but usually with the same goal; to live a healthier life. That being said, there’s a huge variety of diets out there with different components and benefits. However, that miracle diet your friend swore changed their life may not do the same for you; everyone is different, and it’s essential that your body is receiving all the nutrients it needs. So, let’s take a closer look at some popular diets. Paleo The paleo or primal diet consists of whole ingredients and eliminates processed foods, sugars, dairy products, grains, starchy vegetables and high-fat meats. Benefits can include weight loss, higher immune function, increased energy levels and lowered risk of heart disease, diabetes and cancer. However, this diet can get expensive as it requires you to eat a lot of meat and nuts. It's also a good idea to keep an eye on your cholesterol levels if you are eating lots of meat. Raw The raw diet involves eliminating foods that have been pasteurised or produced with additives or synthetics, such as refined oils, coffee, pasta, and cooked or processed foods. The diet includes fruit, vegetables, nuts, and seeds, and may also contain eggs, fish, meat, or dairy products. While this diet may help you improve digestion, lose weight and lower the amount of antinutrients and carcinogens in your diet, eating raw foods can come with the risk of contamination.

Vegan The vegan diet is fully plant-based, therefore eliminating all meat and animal products including dairy, eggs and honey. The diet is abundant with magnesium, iron, folic acid, vitamins B1, C and E while being low in cholesterol and saturated fats, and can be great if you’re wanting to lose weight. As with any diet, poor planning can lead to deficiencies, which is why it’s important to thoroughly research and ensure you’re getting the nutrients your body needs. Keto The ketogenic diet takes a high-fat, moderate-protein and low-carb eating approach. Following the diet for a few days causes your body to enter ketosis, meaning it’s using fat to create energy and this can lead to weight loss. Some keto-friendly foods include cheese, nuts, leafy green veggies, eggs and meat, but you can’t have numerous whole fruits, whole grains or desserts. There are some risks however, including kidney stone formation, acidosis (high levels of acid in the blood), and nutrition deficiencies. Low GI The Low GI (Glycemic Index) diet minimises spikes in your blood sugar and insulin levels, and therefore may help with weight loss. The diet involves eating a lot of non-starchy vegetables while limiting refinedgrain products and eating a healthy protein with most meals. However, the diet may not work for everyone as the body’s response to glucose varies from person to person. If you’re considering trying out any of these diets but aren’t sure if it’s the right one for you, discuss the matter with a dietitian or nutritionist first.

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Health

HEALTH What is WHAT IS the THE MY Health HEALTH Record? RECORD? My

INTERESTING FACTS ABOUT NEWBORNS

You may have heard or seen My Health Record mentioned around your doctor’s office or other medical establishments. What exactly is it, and what does it provide Australians?

While they may seem a bit clueless, babies have an impressive set of skills and quirky things about them. Let’s explore some surprising facts about newborns.

To put it simply, My Health Record is an online summary of your key health information which can be viewed securely online at any time. Whether you’re looking for your medical history or you’re in the emergency room and unable to talk, My Health Record will give you and healthcare professionals important personal health information. This includes allergies, medicines, medical conditions and pathology test results. In an emergency, having access to all this information has the potential to be life-saving. You can manage your own record by adding your own information and deciding privacy settings. For example, you can set access controls, review your own information and add personal notes wherever you feel it’s necessary. Security is a key design element and adheres to Australian Government security requirements, protected by high grade security protocols to ensure your information remains private. Old medical history will not be automatically uploaded to your My Health Record – only new reports can be. If you have any further questions, consult your GP.

They are born with 300 bones. Isn’t that just a skele-ton? That’s 94 more than adults. As babies grow, the bones will fuse together until eventually there are 206. They may sleep with their eyes open. While the sight can be a little scary, it’s totally normal. They can have fur. Are you fur-real? This fuzzy hair is called lanugo, and it keeps them warm in the womb. Most babies shed this in utero, but sometimes it’ll shed a few weeks after birth.

12 HOUR hour MORNING morning SICKNESS sickness RELIEF relief Elevit Morning Sickness Relief has been specially formulated for pregnant women to help relieve the symptoms of morning sickness such as nausea and vomiting for up to 12 hours. It is made with natural ginger and vitamin B6 so that it is safe to take when pregnant. These ingredients have been shown in studies to help reduce the frequency and severity of morning sickness and help relieve symptoms such as nausea and vomiting. Available at all Calanna Wholehealth Pharmacies.

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Health

HEALTH The THE HEALTH BENEFITS OF APPLE CIDER VINEGAR

NATURAL REMEDIES FOR NAUSEA

Apple cider vinegar is the most popular type of vinegar in the health community – and rightly so! Besides having various cooking and household purposes, it’s incredibly healthy for you. Let’s explore just a few of the amazing effects apple cider vinegar has on the body.

Nausea is a very common and very unwanted symptom with a range of different causes. Here are some effective, age-old remedies you might have heard before from your Nonna.

It can help kill bacteria and other nasties It can be used to treat lice, warts, ear infections, and nail fungus. The main substance in vinegar, acetic acid, can help kill pathogens including bacteria. Lowers blood sugar levels It can be highly beneficial for people with diabetes, prediabetes, or those wanting to keep their blood sugar levels low. Helps with itchy bug bites A weak apple cider vinegar solution may help stop the itch on bug bites. Lowers cholesterol It can help keep your cholesterol levels in check and ensure you maintain a healthy heart and cardiovascular system. Weight loss Drinking a teaspoon of apple cider vinegar in water may help you lose weight, and may even help satisfy certain cravings.

Ginger – While the way it works is not fully understood, ginger is a very popular natural remedy used to treat nausea, either in capsule, tea or ginger ale form. Just make sure you’re consuming real ginger and not artificial. Peppermint – Aromatherapy using peppermint is also quite likely to help reduce nausea, and is also known to help with headaches. Spices – Several spices such as cinnamon, cumin and fennel powder are known to combat nausea, including nausea in relation to menstruation. Chamomile Tea – A cup of chamomile tea, hot or cold, is known to sooth the stomach. BRAT Diet – If you’re nauseous due to eating something that didn’t agree with you, eating simple bland foods may help sooth your stomach. The BRAT diet stands for Bananas, Rice, Applesauce and Toast.

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Expert Advice

THE PAKMAG EXPERTS PROACTIVE PHYSIO

SUNBIRD ORTHODONTICS

Dear Marilla,

Dear Dr Bobby,

I'm pregnant and I have new body aches. What should I do?

I’m 32 and didn’t have my teeth straightened when I was younger. How much would it cost me to get my smile fixed now?

Growing a baby is a miraculous thing to do. Some women sail through without skipping a beat. Most will experience a niggle here and there. There are many changes that occur in a woman's body as the pregnancy progresses, and these cause new strains on muscles, bones and joints, often resulting in new pains or exacerbating old ones. A pelvic health physiotherapist can loosen up tight muscles or teach you how to find and develop weaker ones, and give you advice as to which garments and braces can provide external support. Knowing how to move and what to avoid can help you regain or maintain control. Keeping active is really important.

It’s a common myth that adults can’t have braces. This is simply not true! If you have your own teeth then you can have braces, or indeed Invisalign. In fact, the oldest person who I have ever treated with braces was 86 years old, and she was delighted with her result! 25 per cent of the people I treat at Sunbird Orthodontics are adults, who either missed out on treatment as a child, or had treatment as a child but didn’t wear their retainers.

Remember to keep your doctor or midwife in the loop about any new aches or pains.

Simple cosmetic changes can cost as little as a few thousand dollars and take only a few months of treatment to get the smile of your dreams. However, it is essential that you have all the information you need to make an informed decision, and only a Specialist Orthodontist can provide this.

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COLLIER LAWYERS Dear Nardine, My partner and I are separating. Which statements should we avoid saying to the kids about the other parent? Have you heard the saying “little pitchers have big ears”? It’s an old expression used to warn that “children hear everything”. There are many examples of “what not to say” but basically it is anything that is a put down of the other parent (or their family) – from the blatant to the less obvious. A child will pick up on the tone of voice used and will know it’s a put down even if the words don’t suggest it. Also, comparing them unfavourably to that parent – for instance, “you are just like your father” is a huge no no. No one would be comfortable hearing bad things said about someone they love. A child needs to be able to freely love both parents and to make up their own mind about that parent’s behaviour. 4214 5666 www.collierlawyers.com.au

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Expert Advice

THE PAKMAG EXPERTS CAIRNS VET Dear Dr Richard Thomas,

AUDI CENTRE CAIRNS / CAIRNS CARS

Why do we need to desex our pets?

Dear Alan,

Across Australia, animal shelters and rescue organisations are overflowing with unwanted pets and thousands are euthanized across the country each month. Many of these animals are the result of unplanned pregnancy. Desexing your pets prevents this from happening, as well as preventing some behaviour problems and health issues.

Why should we buy a new 4WD over a used one?

The best time to desex your pet is between four and six months of age but pets of any age can be desexed. Desexings at the Cairns Vet Clinic are performed from Monday to Friday and are safe and comfortable because we include modern analgesic/ anaesthetic protocols, catheterisation, intravenous fluid therapy, proper intra-operative monitoring, take-home pain relief, and an Elizabethan collar, all as standard.

When buying a 4WD or SUV you have three options. Buy new, buy demo, or buy used. When you buy a new 4WD or SUV, you obviously get more peace of mind because you know the history of the vehicle. You also have warranty, and the 4WD or SUV will likely be fitted with the latest technology, be more fuel efficient and have the latest safety features. Not all of us can afford a new car, though. Demo models are a great option as they have many of the above features, however they’ve been used minimally by the dealership and often only have a few thousand kilometres racked up.

For more information about the health and behaviour benefits of desexing your pets, please see my full reply at www.pakmag.com.au

Used SUV’s and 4WD’s are of course the cheaper upfront option, however, they often only have a limited warranty. In some cases, brand new isn’t that much more of a stretch, especially if you check out the HAVAL H9, H6 or H2, all with 7-year warranty and from $19,990, you certainly want to check them out.

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CALANNA WHOLE HEALTH PHARMACY Dear Matthew, I'm pregnant and am suffering from morning sickness. What can I try that will be safe for my baby and provide some relief? During pregnancy (especially pregnancy in summer) the last thing you want to deal with is morning sickness. It affects more than 50 per cent of expectant mothers. At Calanna we take a holistic approach to managing a person's health and well-being which is why we stock a combination of the best natural and traditional products. We always encourage women to talk with their GP or Obstetrician for advice but in store our go to morning sickness recommendations are Elevit Morning Sickness Relief and Owen Homeopathic Ipecac which are both specifically formulated for pregnant women to help relieve nausea and vomiting. For best results it is best to start treatment as soon as possible rather than letting it become chronic. Small snacking throughout the day can also help keep nausea at bay. For advice on the safety of any other vitamins or medications you may be taking during pregnancy ask our team of pharmacists and naturopaths. They are highly skilled in letting you know which ingredients are safe for you and bub during pregnancy. www.calannapharmacy.com.au

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WHAT’S ON MAR MAR FRIDAY 1 MARCH Free Design Activity Space Runs until 5 May Cairns Art Gallery www.cairnsartgallery.com.au 9.00am / Free / Family Murder Among the Mateys Runs until 22 March Cairns Dinner Theatre www.cairnsdinnertheatre.com 7.00pm / $70 / Adults Womens Self Defence Yorkeys Yoga www.yorkeysyoga.com 1.00pm / $30 / Adults Mums and Bubs Aroma Yoga Workshop HartigYoga Palm Cove HartigYoga - Palm Cove,QLD 10.00am / $25 / Mums and Bubs SATURDAY 2 MARCH Hot 8 Brass Band Tanks Arts Centre www.ticketlink.com.au 7.30pm / $40 / 18+ Young Creatives Club with Hayley Gillespie Cairns Art Gallery www.cairnsartgallery.com.au 3.00pm / $115 Non-member / 13 - 17 Yrs Black Dog Institute Monster Cent Sale The Salvation Army Cairns Black Dog Bikkies 1.00pm / $5 / Family SUNDAY 3 MARCH Film Production Workshops for Kids Tanks Arts Centre www.tanksartscentre.com.au 9.00am / $100 / 12-15 Yrs

Film Production Workshops for Kids Tanks Arts Centre www.tanksartscentre.com.au 10.00am / $100 / 7-11 Yrs Melanoma March Cairns Esplanade www.cairns.melanoma march.org.au 5.00pm / Check Website / Family Free Yoga and Essential Oils for Emotional Wellbeing HartigYoga Palm Cove HartigYoga - Palm Cove, QLD 10.00am / Free / Adults Marlin Coast Athletics Come and Try and Sign On Day Smithfield State High School Marlin Coast Athletics 8.45am / Free / U5-17 Yrs MONDAY 4 MARCH Fun Free Fitness For All Ages & Skill Levels Holloways Beach Cairns and Northern Beaches Fit Club-FREE Community Fitness 3.45pm / Free / Family TUESDAY 5 MARCH Creative Toddlers Cairns Art Gallery www.cairnsartgallery.com.au 10.00am / $80 Non-member / 2-5 Yrs WEDNESDAY 6 MARCH Breastfeeding: The Early Days Stratford Library www.breastfeeding.asn.au 10.00am / Free / Family

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THURSDAY 7 MARCH DZ Deathrays 'Tour With The Lot' The Edge Hill Tavern www.oztix.com.au 8.00pm / $39.80 / 18+

Buzz Music Grand Opening Weekend Runs until 10 March Buzz Music www.buzzmusic.co 9.00am / Free / Family

FRIDAY 8 MARCH

SUNDAY 10 MARCH

International Women's Day Luncheon Cairns Convention Centre www.cbwc.org.au 11.30am / Check Website / Adults

Classical Celebration - NQ Chamber Orchestra Cairns Performing Arts Centre www.cairnsperforming artscentre.com.au 3.00pm / $29.50 / Family

Judith Lucy & Denise Scott Disappointments Cairns Performing Arts Centre www.ticketlink.com.au 7.30pm / $57 Adult / 15+ Woven Runs until 9 March Cairns Performing Arts Centre www.ticketlink.com.au 8.00pm / $36.75 Adult / Family International Women's Day Breakfast Cairns RSL Club www.crslsb.org.au 7.00am / $35 / Adults SATURDAY 9 MARCH Marina Prior & David Hobson - The 2 of Us Cairns Performing Arts Centre www.cairns.qld.gov.au 8.00pm / $65.95 Adult / Family Japan Day of Hope 2019 Edge Hill State School Japan Day of Hope 11.00am / Free / Family International Women's Day Dinner Cairns Brass Friends of Himalayan Children Inc. 6.30pm / $35 Adult / Family

WEDNESDAY 13 MARCH Flickerfest 2019 Cairns Performing Arts Centre www.ticketlink.com.au 7.30pm / $20 Adult / 15+ FRIDAY 15 MARCH Taking Charge of Bullying Hambledon House Community Centre www.innatetherapies.com 5.30pm / Free / Adults Bangarra Dance Theatre's Bennelong Runs until 16 March Cairns Performing Arts Centre www.cairnsperforming artscentre.com.au 12.30pm / $59 Adult / 12+ Yrs Florida Georgia Line w/ Morgan Wallen Cairns Convention Centre www.ticketlink.com.au 8.00pm / Check Website / Family SATURDAY 16 MARCH MS Swimathon Woree Sports and Aquatic Centre www.msqldevents.com.au 12.00pm / Check Website / Family

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WHAT’S ON MAR MAR SATURDAY 16 MARCH Incredible Edibles Tropical Superfood All Day Workshop Organic Motion Organic Motion 9.00am / $187 / Adults Coding Kids Professional Development - Scratch and Makey Makey (7 - 11 yrs) / Python and Micro:Bit (11 - 15 yrs) Cairns School of Distance Education www.codingkids.com.au 8.30am / $163.90 Bryce's Arcade Markets Bryce's Arcade Gordonvale Bryce's Arcade Gordonvale 7.00am / Free / Family WEDNESDAY 20 MARCH The Australian Women's Leadership Forum Pullman Cairns www.wla.edu.au 8.30am / $395 / Adults Life With A Baby and A Toddler Village Cafe on Collins www.breastfeeding.asn.au 10.00am / Free / Family Thursday 21 March After Dinner by Andrew Bovell Cairns Performing Arts Centre www.cairnsperforming artscentre.com.au 7.30pm / $36.75 Adult / 15+ Yrs Battle of the Brains Trivia Bluewater Bar & Grill The Pyjama Foundation 6.30pm / $15 / Adults FRIDAY 22 MARCH Ocean Film Festival World Tour Cairns Performing Arts Centre www.ticketlink.com.au 7.00pm / $34 Adult / Family

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Brian Cadd Tanks Arts Centre www.ticketlink.com.au 7.30pm / $45 Adult / 18+

MONDAY 25 MARCH

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Event Cinemas (Smithfield) 9.00am / Free / Family

Something Wicked The Young Company Theatre www.ticketlink.com.au 6.30pm / $17.95 / Family

Morning Melodies We've Only Just Begun: Music of the Carpenters Cairns Performing Arts Centre www.cairnsperforming artscentre.com.au 11.00pm / $20 Adult / Family

SATURDAY 23 MARCH

THURSDAY 28 MARCH

Matt Corby Rainbow Valley Tour Munro Martin Parklands www.livenation.com.au 7.00pm / $81.90 / Family

Leaving Jackson Runs until 29 March Cairns Performing Arts Centre www.cairns.qld.gov.au 7.30pm / $67 / Family

Mindfulness for Anxiety Workshop Wild Heart Yoga Tribe www.yogaventures.co 5.30pm / $79 / Adults

Faulty Towers - The Dining Experience The Surf Club Palm Cove www.cairnstickets.com.au 7.00pm / $75 / Adults

Graeme Connors in Concert from the Backcountry Cairns Performing Arts Centre www.cairnsperforming artscentre.com.au 7.30pm / $69 Adult / Family

FRIDAY 29 MARCH

Don't Change The Ultimate Inxs Experience Brothers Cairns www.brotherscairns.com.au 5.00pm / $25 / 18+

Run 4 the Girls & Cancer Council Qld Fundraiser Three Wolves The Rejected Angels Run 4 the Girls Julie-Stacie 5.30pm / $30 / Adults

Magical Drawing Louise's Studio, Bungalow Art By Louise Broadbent Check Facebook / $65 / 7+

SATURDAY 30 MARCH

Multi Media Art Louise's Studio, Bungalow Art By Louise Broadbent Check Facebook / $65 / 7+

Holi Festival of Colours Cairns Showgrounds Cairns Indian Association 11.00am / $5 Adult / Family SUNDAY 24 MARCH Swim Run Summer Series Mirage Country Club Port Douglas Port Douglas Surf Life Saving Club 6.30am / $5 / Family

Kitty Flanagan Runs until 30 March Cairns Performing Arts Centre www.cairns.qld.gov.au/ticketlink 8.00pm / $54.90 Adult / Adults

K-9 Cairns Cannon Park Racecourse www.kryptonitechallenge.com 8.00am / $70 Adult / Family SUNDAY 31 MARCH Family Fun Day Event Cinemas Smithfield Shopping Centre

Dynamic in a Dress Running Festival Redlynch State College Cairns Dynamic Running 6.00am / Check Website / Family Market Day Extravaganza Innisfail Town Centre Feast of the Senses 9.00am / $5 Adults / Family SAVE THE DATE MONDAY 8 APRIL Painting - Under the Sea Louise's Studio, Bungalow Art By Louise Broadbent Check Facebook / $65 / 7+ TUESDAY 9 APRIL Painting a Secret Box Louise's Studio, Bungalow Art By Louise Broadbent Check Facebook / $65 / 7+ MONDAY 15 APRIL

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TUESDAY 17 APRIL The ABBA Show Cairns Performing Arts Centre www.ticketlink.com.au 7.00pm / Check / Family

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REGULAR MARKETS 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: Daily 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 Palm Cove Markets Date: 1st Sunday of the month April to December (not September) Time: 8.00am â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 2.00pm Location: Foreshore at Palm Cove

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

Tolga Markets Date: 1st Sunday of the month Time: 7.00am - 12 noon Location: Morrow Park Racecourse

Mossman Community Markets Date: Every Saturday Time: 7.00am - 12 noon Location: St Davidâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;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

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

Holloways Beach Markets Date: 2nd Sunday of the month Time: From 8.00am - 1.00pm Location: Syd and Jane Granville Park Mount Sheridan Plaza Markets Date: 2nd and 4th Sunday of the month Time: From 9.00am - 3.00pm Location: Mount Sheridan Plaza

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

Gordonvale Cottage Markets Date: 1st Saturday of the month Time: 7.30am - 12 noon Location: Norman Park, Gordonvale Kuranda Original Rainforest Markets Date: Open daily Time: 9.30am - 3.00pm Location: 13 Therwine St Kuranda Heritage Markets Date: Open daily Time: 9.30am - 3.30pm Location: 2 Rob Veivers Dr

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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: Gordonvale Library Days: 1st Tuesday of the month Times: 10.30am - 11.30am

Storytime Parents and pre-schoolers aged 3 - 5 years. No bookings required.

Location: Manunda Library Days: 1st Wednesday of the month Times: 10.30am - 11.30am

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

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

EDMONTON SCOUT HALL Fun, Free Outdoor Group Fitness

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

Location: Stratford Library Days: 2nd Tuesday of the month Times: 10.30am - 11.30am

Days: Mondays and Wednesdays Time: 5.30pm Location: Edmonton Scout Hall

INFLATABLE KINGDOM

Baby Rhyme Times

Edmonton Club Scouts

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

Days: Thursdays (Ages 8 -10) Days: Tuesdays (Ages 10 -15) Time: 6.30pm - 8.30pm Location: Edmonton Scout Hall

Days: Daily Times: 9.00am - 12.00pm Tiny Tots during school term. 9.00am - 4.00pm all inflatable on weekends, public holidays and school holidays. Location: Cairns Indoor Sports, 164 Mayers St, Manunda LIBRARIES Storytime Location: Babinda Library Days: 3rd Monday of the month Times: 10.30am - 11.30am Location: City Library Days: Wednesdays Times: 10.30am - 11.30am Location: Earlville Library Days: Thursdays Times: 10.30am - 11.30am Location: Edmonton Library Days: 1st Thursday of the month Times: 10.30am - 11.30am

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Location: Earlville Library Days: 1st Tuesday of the month Times: 10.30am - 11.00am Location: Manunda Library Days: 4th Tuesday of the month Times: 10.30am - 11.00am Location: Smithfield Library Days: 2nd Thursday of the month Times: 10.30am - 11.00am

FREE FITNESS ON THE ESPLANADE Active Living Fitness Playground Days: Mondays Time: 5.30pm - 6.30pm Location: Aqua Café by the Lagoon Active Living Pilates

Location: Stratford Library Days: 3rd Thursday of the month Times: 10.30am - 11.00am

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

Free first5forever Program

Active Living Beach Volleyball

Splash and Sing Parents and Bubs aged 6 - 12 months. Bookings required

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

Splash and Sing Parents and Toddlers aged 1 - 5 years. Bookings required

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: Saturdays Time: 9.00am - 10.00am Location: Cairns Esplanade Lagoon PARADISE PALMS Drive 50 A family friendly golf event with a hole every 50m Days: Every Sunday Time: 3.00pm Location: Paradise Palms, Kewarra Beach CHOI KWANG-DO MARTIAL ART CENTRE

Active Living Zumba Fitness

General Classes Days: Monday to Thursday 1st Class Time: 5.30pm – 6.15pm 2nd Class Time: 6.30pm – 7.30pm

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

Day: Saturday 1st Class Time: 9.00am – 9.45am 2nd Class Time: 10.00am – 11.00am

Prep Parents

PREP PARENTS AMANDA MICHNA Peace Lutheran College “Isla’s first day went very smoothly, she was very familiar with her teacher as she attended kindergarten at the school. Leading into the transition from kindergarten to prep the school hosted various transition days to make sure it wasn’t too daunting. She was excited about being able to attend the afterschool hours care and using the prep playground which has inbuilt water play features. Peace Lutheran has a very caring approach towards the children’s education. They constantly stay in contact with the parents. I’ve noticed that the students are very sweet, have nice manners and good morals that are instilled by the staff.” admin@plc.qld.edu.au www.plc.qld.edu.au