PakMag Cairns - July 2022 Issue 181

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EVENTS

Winter School Holiday Guide The Truth About Happy Marriages North Queensland Festivals Guide Why We Need to Prioritise Motherhood in the First Three Years

Welcome

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The Thing Is

Hello and welcome to our very special 15th birthday edition!

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Check It Out

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15 Years of PakMag

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The Truth About Happy

When I first started PakMag, I didn’t have children, I just had a strong desire to help parents connect to their community. PakMag was my first baby and I couldn’t be prouder of what this incredible business has achieved.

Marriages 15

Improving Your Child’s Concentration

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The Cookie Monster

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Why First-Borns Rule the World and Later-Borns Want to Change it

25 All Things Health 29 Prioritising Motherhood in the First Three Years 30 Bump, Bub and Beyond 32 Parent’s Puzzle 33 Mini Mag 37 Birthday Giveaway 38 STEAM: Science Party 41

All Things Tweens and Teens

42 NQ Festivals Guide 49 School Holiday Guide 57 Daddy Diary 58 Community Noticeboard

If PakMag was a human, it would be your best friend. It’s been the first local friend for many new families to our regions. It’s been a constant source of parenting, education, relationship advice and local information, given hundreds of thousands of dollars worth of gifts and prizes away, and put a smile on thousands of families faces at our wonderful events.

The flow on effect to local families, businesses and communities is immeasurable and I think that is pretty cool.

When I was 25 years young, ambitious and full of enthusiasm to make a difference, I never dreamed PakMag would be what it is today. I am so grateful for such an incredible business that allows my team to work with so much freedom and passion, and do our best to support the most important role on the planet - being a parent.

Thank you to all of the businesses that support PakMag and enable us to do all the things we do for free for the community - without you none of this would be possible. A huge thanks to all our readers, and for those who tell everyone, “I read it in PakMag” - that small gesture helps us more than you will ever know. To my team past and especially present, I am so grateful for your contribution, passion and commitment. You are amazing.

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

Bree p 4053 3331 e admin@m2f.com.au a PO Box 7433 Cairns Qld 4870 www.pakcairns.com.au • www.pakmag.com.au • www.m2f.com.au

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The Thing Is

The Thing Is with Bree James Having kids is one of life’s blessings. Some would say parenting is the gift that keeps on giving.

One of the challenging things about parenting is when your children start to have an opinion.

Then they not only start to outnumber you, but they also start to break your brain as you have to become the world’s best manager.

The thing is, your kids never want the same thing, or they want the same thing. It’s enough to drive any parent “up the wall” as my mum would say. My mum takes serious delight in every phone call now, listening to me go through all the things she went through and attributes it to karma.

I don’t know how it’s possible for two kids who have the same parents and are brought up in the same environment can end up as total polar opposites but for the most part ours have achieved it.

One child wants to go swimming, the other wants to stay home and read. One child wants spaghetti, the other hates spaghetti. One child is happy to go out to dinner, the other child wants to stay home.

It’s like they do and like the opposite just so they can keep you on your toes.

I mean, how easy would it be to say “let’s go to the park” and both kids say “YAY!” Or, “let’s have spaghetti for dinner”, and both kids say “YUM!”. Imagine our parenting world if our kids were on the same page and loved doing the same thing. There would be one sports drop off, no alterations to meals, easier agendas, and family outings wouldn’t have to start with negotiations.

Getting everyone’s personalities on the same page for the simple things in life is not simple at all. In fact, it’s one of the things that yes, Mum, drives me up the wall now too!

I truly savour those rare moments when the whole family is in sync - when we all have the same desires and things are in flow. #Bliss.

But just when you think you are nailing this everyone being on the same page business, the kids really get on the same page. Your kids want the same thing.

Like badly. So much so that you have to become a referee. And I don’t know what is worse as a parent, the energy and exhaustion trying to get everyone on the same page and wanting the same thing, or the energy and exhaustion telling your kids to stop arguing over wanting the same thing.

My kids have been known to argue over a glass of water and whose it is, even though there are plenty of glasses and a tap that has magical water that just flows out of it on command… They argue over socks, toothpaste, who has the most food, who gets to serve themselves first, who is doing what chore, who made a mess and didn’t clean it up, where they sit in the car… Shall I go on?

Yep. This is daily life as a parent.

It’s total mind games and groundhog day repeating yourself with statements like “please do as I have asked of you”, “please work it out together”, “please don’t fight over things like this, there is plenty for all” on a good day, to “OMG You kids are driving me mental” and realising why your mum did things like put her car keys in the fridge, called you the wrong name and was often a frazzled mess. Baby brain turns to mum brain, and I am sorry to say, there is no cure.

I see you mums, and through weary knowing nods at the shops, we know that one day this time will pass.

Until then start taking notes to share for when your kids are calling you about your grandkids, and enjoy your sweet long awaited revenge.

Bree www.breejames.com www.myvisionbook.com.au

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Entertainment

Check it Out Cairns Naidoc Breakfast When: 4 July / 7am - 9am Where: Grand Ballroom, Pullman International More info: Cairns NAIDOC The Cairns NAIDOC Committee invites you to the Cairns NAIDOC Breakfast 2022, proudly sponsored by First Nations Foundation. In the theme of GET UP! STAND UP! SHOW UP! a set of deadly speakers will tell you about their cause and what they are "standing up" for and against.

From Campfire to Stage Light by David Hudson When: 7 July - 16 July / 6.30pm - 9.00pm Where: Bulmba-ja Arts Centre More info: www.jute.com.au

National NAIDOC Week When: 3 - 10 July Where: Various locations More info: www.naidoc.org.au

From Campfire to Stage Light is an interactive experience brought to you by David Hudson. A storyteller, dancer, actor, visual artist, and founder of the world-renowned Tjapukai dance group, David brings his life story to the stage in a mix of Dreamtime storytelling and campfire yarn. Cost is $40.00 - $45.00

NAIDOC Week celebrates and recognises the history, culture and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and is an opportunity for all Australians to learn about First Nations cultures and histories and participate in celebrations of the oldest, continuous living cultures on earth.

Cairns Deadly RAW NAIDOC Fun Run and Walk

CIAF Indigenous Art Fair

When: 10 July / 7.00am Where: Cairns Esplanade Pirate Ship Playground More info: Cairns Deadly Runners and Walkers

When: 6 -10 July Where: Cairns Convention Centre More info: www.ciaf.com.au

The annual Cairns NAIDOC Fun Run aims to get people active and healthy in the build-up to and during NAIDOC week while helping them recognise and learn more about the traditional country they are running on. Get your running shoes on and join us to participate in this fantastic event that acknowledges this beautiful country.

After two years of presenting digitally, the Cairns Indigenous Art Fair 2022 is back in various locations across Cairns. The annual CIAF program of events continues to create the well-known celebration of Queensland Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander art, music, dance, performance and fashion. For more information and the full schedule visit the website.

Cairns Show When: 13 - 15 July Where: Cairns Showgrounds More info: www.cairnsshow.com.au Once again, the Cairns Show will bring you an array of exciting family entertainment, competitions, thrilling rides and more. Early Bird Tickets and Bonus Dollars are available now at Cairns Local Tickets, Earlville Shopping Town from 4 July, and the Cairns Show Grounds from 12 July.

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Cairns Naidoc Week Trivia Night When: 6th July / 5.30pm - 9.00pm Where: Cairns Colonial Club More info: www.naidoc.org.au Test your knowledge at the Cairns Naidoc Week Trivia Night.

The event is for adults only, with 25 teams competing to win by sharing their knowledge of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander themed Trivia. Cost is $70.00 per table.

Shadows From The Past When: 22 July / 6.30pm - 8.00pm Where: McLeod St Pioneer Cemetery More info: www.cdfhs.org Together with Cairns Regional Council, Cairns Family History presents this year’s Shadows from the Past production.

Guided by a “resident” of the cemetery, fascinating fragments from the past and personal stories take the audience back to the early 1900s when tough people forged the town and district in harsh times but whose dreams and aspirations shaped the foundation of Cairns today. The cost for this family-friendly event is $15.00 - $22.00.

Relay for Life - Far North Queensland When: 30 July Where: Barlow Park More info: www.relayforlife.org.au The Relay For Life community event raises vital funds for the Cancer Council Queensland’s research, prevention, and patient support services. Join the thousands of Australians who participate in the Cancer Council’s Relay For Life each year to support those going through a cancer experience, recognise and celebrate cancer survivors, and honour and remember loved ones lost. The cost for this family-friendly event is $25.00 - $30.00.

The Woolworths Great Pyramid Race When: 6 August Where: Gordonvale More info: www.pyramidrace.com.au The Great Pyramid Race is a family-friendly community event with something for everyone. Festival activities include the main event, the Great Pyramid Race, and other sporting activities. For non-competitors, there will be pop-up stalls, entertainment and music, children’s activities, rides, and amusements. Bring the family to enjoy this free event and cheer on the athletes along the way.

Celebrate

PakMag Turns 15 This Month and I Couldn’t be Prouder STORY Bree James When I first started PakMag, I had never worked in print, I’d never sold advertising and I’d just failed my English exam at University where I was studying to be a primary school teacher… and I didn’t have children.

I never dreamt PakMag would be what it is today, and I am so grateful for all the wonderful experiences and opportunities. It’s been an amazing journey filled with twists and turns, so here are 15 life lessons I’ve learnt whilst growing PakMag to what it is today.

1. Purpose Gets you Through the Hard Times With a big enough ‘why’, you can overcome any ‘how’.

We’ve survived cyclones, the GFC, floods, Covid shutdowns, theft and so much more, yet we’ve never missed a print deadline. We’ve had many unfavourable situations, but have always trusted our purpose.

2. Your Support Network Makes or Breaks You Every person in your life should be appreciated. Do not take people for granted. Surround yourself with people who you can rise with. Make friends with people who want the best for you, and have a great team. And of course, if you take care of your team, they will take care of your customers, and that’s key to a great business.

3. Your Heart Will Get Broken (and You’ll Break Some Too) Even when people do the wrong thing, try and do the right thing. I haven’t always dealt with things to the best of my ability, I know I have also hurt people’s feelings

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by having to do what’s best for the business and team, but I have always done things to my morals and values.

If you lose your morals, you lose yourself.

4. Evolve, Learn and Grow by Investing in Yourself and Others You have to step out of your comfort zone, the greatest threat to success is not failure but boredom. Your business can never outgrow your mind so investing in learning for you and your team is imperative for success. Never be afraid to grow and evolve, even if you have to outgrow people along the way. The tighter we cling to an identity, the harder it is to grow beyond it.

5. You Can’t Please Everyone and You Can’t Make Everyone Like You Worrying too much about what people think of you will only cause you pain. You can’t please everyone.

Your self esteem is not dependent on the validation of others. Compare yourself to who you were yesterday, not who someone else is today. I have held myself back for so many years worrying about people’s judgements, but I’ve learnt that when someone blows out someone else’s candle, it doesn’t make theirs shine brighter.

6. Slow Progress is Still Progress One of the most satisfying feelings is progress. It is better to do less than you hoped, than to do nothing at all. Write one line, do one sit up, make one phone call,

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it’s better than nothing. Try not to get frustrated when things take longer and obstacles arise.

7. Family First The greatest thing you’ll ever do is love and be loved.

There have been times when PakMag and my team got the best of me, and my family got the rest of me. Trying to raise a business and a family takes dedication, but also self-control. I’m so grateful that I’ve been able to live a life and love what I do, even though at times I’ve struggled to find balance. At any moment your business, health, or life could end. But your true family are the ones that will always be there.

8. Look After Your Clients Without clients, you have no money. Without money, you have no business. Look after the people who spend money with you. Try your best to innovate and grow with your clients needs, but always stay true to your core business, and don’t burn yourself out doing more and earning less. Be loyal to those that are loyal to you.

9. Look After Your Health You cannot buy good health. A lack of self-awareness is poison, but reflection and review is the antidote. Take a good look at your health, give yourself a review - is there anything you can do better? Being in a constant state of stress, good or bad, will eventually catch up to you. Without good health, everything suffers.

10. What You Focus on Grows If you want to focus on the negative, you will see more negativity. If you want to focus on the positive, you will see more positivity. Do your best to be grateful, and try your best to focus on the positive - what you focus on grows.

11. There is No Perfect Time to Start If you want to start something, act now. Don’t wait for a better moment, it’ll never come. When I started PakMag, I had the thought, then went to print 6 weeks later… If I had really thought about it and created a business plan, I’d likely never have gone through with it. Vision with action creates a powerful reality. “When is now a good time to start?” as Tony Robbins would say!

12. Success Equals Perseverance Don’t give up. Stay dedicated to your dreams. It’s like a marriage - you don’t just give up when you hit a tough time. You learn, you grow, you persevere.

13. Deal with Negativity Hate, resentment, distrust and anger are the beginning of a disease, like cancer, it may kill your enemy but it’ll also destroy you in the process.

This goes for toxic staff, clients and people in your life too. I’ve learnt to hire for attitude and values over skills. Skills can be learnt, but attitude is very hard to change. If people bring you more pain than pleasure, the short term pain of removing them from your life is better than the long term pain of keeping them - be it staff, friends, family or clients.

14. Money is Only as Good as What You Do with It Being poor is not having too little, it’s wanting more.

Kindness, generosity and faith in your fellow man cost nothing, and some of the happiest people on earth have very little. Life is meant to be lived, and enjoyed. Make your money, and enjoy it too, don’t wait till you are too old to do all the things you want to do. And don’t waste your life just focusing on making money, otherwise you may just end up with lots of money but be depleted of health and happiness.

15. Be Grateful No matter how good you are at what you do, it can all be gone in an instant. Be truly grateful for the lessons you have learned, the growth you have experienced and the blessed life you have, even if you desire more.

Ask yourself “If I had everything in my life that I really need, what would that be?”. For me it’s my family, people to love, good health, a place to live and food to enjoy the rest is just a bonus. As The Happiest Man on Earth, Eddie Jaku, says - “May you always have lots to share, lots of good health to spare, and lots of good friends who care”.

In the Past 15 Years We Have…

• Printed more than 4 million magazines.

• Published and distributed over 411 magazines across North Queensland.

• Run over 150 free family events attended by over 300,000 local families.

• Donated over $150,000 to local charities.

• Donated more than $1 million in advertising to support a host of local events and not for profit organisations.

• Contributed millions of dollars into the local economy.

• Given away more than $800,000 in prizes to families ranging from movie tickets to family holidays.

• Helped over 1,000 Small Businesses to grow their share of the family market.

• Created the PakMag Mobile Parents Room (the first of its kind in Australia).

• Published over 30,000 articles all written and published to help families.

• Achieved millions of page views of our content.

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Relationships

The Truth About Happy Marriages STORY Julia Nowland I love walking into bookstores. There’s something about how quiet they are, the smell of ink and paper, and being sorrounded by stories that make me feel at ease.

I’m also a sucker for the self-help section. At a quick glance, the self-help section can provide a wide range of advice on almost anything. It seems like everyone has an opinion on just about every topic and what captures my interest the most is the relationship advice. Who do you trust? Comedians, models, divorce lawyers, advice columnists. Even the latest social media influencer has an opinion on this topic.

These people may have excellent advice, or they might not. Even if their advice produces excellent results (because their wildly successful relationship is the demonstration of that), how do you know if it also applies to your relationship? What do you do when the advice columnist and your best friend (or mother) have conflicting advice?

“Out of sight, out of mind” sounds logical but “absence makes the heart grow fonder” also sounds romantic and true. You can go on a “date night” as an attempt to reconnect and get the spark back but even that can go down like a lead balloon leaving you fearing for your relationship’s longevity.

Thankfully, rather than relying on opinions I’m here to tell you what we’ve discovered in the world of research.

Where direct observations of thousands of real people, in real relationships, over four decades can offer clear distinct instructions of what makes a happy and successful marriage.

Couples who are happy or at least satisfied in their relationship can have differences in personalities, hobbies and family values. They can argue over the same things as unhappy couples do, such as money, kids, sex, household chores and the in-laws.

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While no two marriages are the same, the research conducted at Washington State University by Dr John Gottman discovered that happy couples followed the same set of seven principles - even if they didn’t know it. These principles start with building a deep friendship, then fighting fairly and lastly creating a meaningful relationship with intention. Those who weren’t happy usually fell short of one or more of the principles.

Happy marriages are not perfect by any means, the truth is no relationship is happy all the time. However, the marriages that are happy were able to maintain a deep friendship even during conflict. In other words, they were being nice to each other - even when they were disagreeing.

Those who reported happiness behaved in distinct ways during a fight. They demonstrated positive behaviour five times more than negative: • They showed interest in their partner • They asked questions • There was genuine excitement about their partner’s ideas • They were affectionate, humorous, empathetic and understanding The negativity that was sometimes displayed in case you were wondering was: • Being hostile • Feeling disappointed • Hurting each other’s feelings • Feeling sad, anxious, tense and depressed What’s even more interesting is that this ratio (5 positive to every 1 negative interaction) was just during a fight or regrettable incident. During everyday interactions, these happy couples demonstrated these positive behaviours twenty times more than the negative ones. Couples who weren’t happy displayed the exact same low ratio of positive to negative behaviour both in conflict and during peaceful times.

In a nutshell, to have a happy marriage you need to do what satisfied couples do and avoid what unhappy and distressed couples do. Every couple goes through times of tension or feeling hopeless.

If you make changes, you can have a good outcome, that’s why we have the research-based tools for improving your relationship.

So, what does this look like out of the lab and into the everyday life of the couple?

Happy couples are two people who are kind to each other, know each other well and express their fondness through small gestures as part of their day to day lives. They give each other the benefit of the doubt. They know what their partner likes and wants and try to provide it or help their partner achieve it as much as they can. They look out for each other in small and big ways.

They still have conflict and can get angry, the key with happy couples is that they are constructive in their conflict. They work to maintain positive behaviours such as asking questions or remaining empathetic during a disagreement.

In contrast, relationships that tend to deteriorate follow a pattern where irritations stack up, resentment builds, distance follows and they end up in a state where everything their partner does is negative. Even neutral comments are received as an attack “I was just asking what’s for dinner?!”.

Friendship fuels the flame of fun, spontaneity, passion, and variety. It also protects against developing a combative position towards each other and the relationship.

The truth about happy marriages isn’t anything earth shattering or hard to develop; it’s just friendship.

The couples who were the happiest over the span of twenty years were the ones who were also great friends. They had strong, satisfying, and meaningful relationships and this friendship allowed them to negotiate through the maze of differences, disagreements and conflict that still arose.

Julia Nowland is a registered Clinical Counsellor and Couples Therapist, and founder of Whole Heart Relationships. She provides counselling services to individuals and couples to help them prioritise their relationships and strengthen their love.

She runs workshops for couples based on the International Best-Selling Book The Seven Principles for Making Marriage Work. Straightforward in its approach and profound in its effect, this course teaches you strategies for making your relationship work. www.wholeheartrelationships.com

For more on this topic with Julia and Bree, tune into Episode 94 of the PakMag Parents Podcast at www.pakmag.com.au/podcast

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Education

How to Improve Your Child's Concentration STORY Mary Kershaw We are all guilty of having poor concentration from time to time. Advertisers know they have less than three seconds to capture our attention or they lose us, and does anyone watch a movie these days without being on their phone at the same time?

Lack of focus and concentration would also be affecting your work too. How often does your mind wander in a meeting or do you walk into a room and forget why you went in there in the first place? Our children are no different, having the ability to sustain concentration is especially pertinent for school aged children as the ability to stay focused and concentrate will not only enable them to retain knowledge but also allow them to apply skills they learn faster.

So how can you help your children become more focused? There are a number of strategies and exercises that you could implement, and depending on your child some may be more effective than others.

However, as a baseline, providing your children with the opportunities to be mindful, healthy and engage in meaningful play will go a long way.

Be Mindful Teaching mindfulness to your kids is about helping them tune into their senses. By becoming self-aware,

they are also aware of their behaviours and how to regulate them. For example, ask them to eat a snack slowly and describe to you the taste, smell and texture.

Ask them to focus on their breathing by placing their hand on their stomach and breathing slowly in and out. Go for a walk around the neighbourhood and ask them to point out things they’ve never noticed before.

Meditation and yoga are also extremely beneficial in helping children practice mindfulness, and as a result improve their focus.

Be Healthy It might seem an obvious one, but good nutrition, hydration, sleep and outdoor exercise really go a long way in helping your child concentrate.

Good Nutrition and Hydration Maintaining a healthy diet and drinking enough water is important. Much like a plant, if we don’t receive all that we need to survive, we have no chance of thriving.

If you feel that you might need some support in this area, talk to your applicable health professionals about the changes that you could make and the techniques you can implement to help ensure your family is nourished.

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Sleep Adequate sleep is important, even the most focused child will struggle to concentrate if they are tired.

Remove distractions that may be keeping them up late at night such as video games and devices from their bedrooms. Create a sleep routine if possible, and try to keep the times that they go to sleep and wake up regular.

Avoid activities that create overstimulation before bed, and instead engage in relaxation exercises instead.

Outdoor Exercise The link between physical activity and academic success is no secret, as is the link between exercise and improved overall health. It is important to find activities that interest your child. You might like to sign them up to play their favourite sport, participate in hiking and orienteering activities, or go for a walk in the afternoons before dinner.

Create Time for Meaningful Play In order for children to focus, we need to create opportunities for them to develop the skills to do so.

Playing not only helps them to understand the world around them but also develops their critical thinking, problem solving, imagination, motor skills, concept formation, classification and concentration.

Providing your child the opportunity to participate in meaningful play allows them to develop and extend these skills in a way that is fun and interesting to them.

There are also some activities that you could do together to help improve concentration.

Card games such as memory or snap are a great option. When driving in the car you might like to play the number plate game where you give them a number plate and they recite it backwards. The key is to create games and activities that align with your child’s hobbies and interests to make it more engaging.

There are plenty of fantastic resources online that you might like to access, but as long as you help your child clear their mind, nourish their bodies, and provide them with opportunities for them to immerse themselves in play and other activities that improve concentration, you will be onto a winning formula.

Mary Kershaw is Head of Trinity Anglican School, Kewarra Beach Campus.

Mary Kershaw joined Trinity Anglican School in 2015, serving as the Head of TAS Kewarra Beach Primary Campus in 2015. Prior to TAS she held a number of senior positions at schools in New South Wales, Townsville, Ayr and Cairns. A dedicated educator, she is committed to creating a positive learning culture that supports holistic and inclusive education.

Facts About Memory and Focus • Scientific research has proven that the human brain starts to remember things from the womb.

• Short-term memory only lasts 20 to 30 seconds.

• The human brain's storage capacity is virtually limitless.

• Caffeine only helps to increase alertness, it doesn't maintain memory performances.

• Sleep is significant to memory. Sleep helps in the retrieval and storage of long-term memories.

• Many people link ageing with memory loss. However, the memory loss people experience as they age is because they tend to exercise their brains less.

• Your memory has the ability to associate a scent with a particular occurrence or event.

• Just like any other part of your body, brain exercise is also important.

• At just 13 years old, Nischal Narayanam claimed his first Guinness World Record for the most random objects memorised. In case you want to beat it, he memorised 225 random objects in 12.07 minutes.

• Close your eyes to remember better. By closing your eyes, you remove outside distractions and allow your brain to focus on the recollections at hand.

• Sugar and fat has been linked to impaired memory.

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Things to Help Improve Memory and Focus • Omega-3s play an important role in building brain and nerve cells • Regular meditation • Fit Brains Trainer APP • Playing games like chess, backgammon and board games

• Memory card games • Sudoku • Jigsaw puzzles • Crossword puzzles • Learning a language • Listening to music • Exercising • Sleep

Books to Read • Moonwalking with Einstein: The Art and Science of Remembering Everything

by Joshua Foer • The Memory Book: The Classic Guide to Improving Your Memory at Work, at School, and at Play by Harry Lorayne • You Can Have an Amazing Memory: Learn LifeChanging Techniques and Tips from the Memory Maestro by Dominic O’Brien

Friends

PakMag Caught Up with the Cookie Monster Cookie Monster’s Famous Cookie Dough Sugar Cookies

Learn all About the Cookie Monster

Me make cookies come into existence before me very eyes. Me BAKE cookies! Yeah yeah yeah. COOKIES!

Famous for: Eating cookies (mmm… cookies) but also learning that cookies are a sometimes food. Me learnt to embrace asparagus too!

Ingredients • • • • • • •

¾ cup butter or margarine (soft, but not melted) 1 cup sugar 2 eggs 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 2½ cups all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon baking powder 1 teaspoon salt

Method 1. Me put butter in mixing bowl.

2. Me put sugar in bowl.

• If me want chewy chocolate chippy cookies, me add ½ cup brown sugar here.

3. Me smoosh butter and sugar all together with fork or large spoon.

4. Me put in eggs and vanilla next.

5. Me smoosh more.

6. Me add flour, baking powder and salt.

• If me want chewy chocolate chippy cookies, me add 1 cup chocolate chips here.

7. Me mush up everything with fork. Or spoon. Or hands.

Me not picky. ME NO EAT COOKIE DOUGH. 8. Me put cookie dough in refrigerator for 1 hour. 1 HOUR LOOONG TIME. 9. Me roll on floured surface. Cut cookie dough into tasty shapes. Move to ungreased cookie sheet. STILL NO EAT COOKIE DOUGH. 10. Put in 200°C oven for 8 minutes. Maybe 10, if you like crispy cookie. 10 MINUTES VERY LOOOOOONG TIME. OOOH, COOKIES!!! OM NOM NOM NOM NOM NOM

Hobbies: Eating fruit, eating vegetables, eating cookies!

Favourite music: C is for Cookie and Hungry Like the Wolf Favourite colour: Blue. Blue is the colour of blueberries.

Oh yummmm!

Favourite book: Chicken Soup for the Monster’s Soul.

Favourite sport to watch: Aussie Rules football – have you ever noticed that the football kind of looks like a giant red sweet potato? Oh boy oh boy – me so hungry!

Favourite cookie: Well me favourite type of cookie is Tea Biscuit. No… chocolate chippy! Oh, maybe Jaffa Cakes!

Oh no, me almost forgot digestives. Do me have to choose? Me just love them all!

You’ve lived on Sesame Street for a long time what do you love about it the most? Me love singing songs with Elmo, going to Hooper’s Store with Big Bird, gardening with Abby and baking in the Foodie Truck with Gonger. Me learn so many things. It really help make me into monster you know today.

What’s your secret to staying so young and youthful for over 50 years? Well thank you, me look after me fur, and me exercise, eat healthy snacks and sometimes a special treat like a delicious chocolate chippy cookies!

That’s me beauty secret.

Have you ever tried Tim Tam biscuits? Oh me a Tim Tam Connoisseur from way back! Me favourite is the Double Coated Tim Tam. Oh and the Choc Mint Tim Tam. And we cannot forget about the Chewy Caramel. Oh me so hungry! Can you send me over a supply please?

Do you have a message for all your friends in Australia? Me can’t wait to see all of me Aussie friends again. Stay healthy and me sending you all a big hug.

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Parenting

Why First-Borns Rule the World and Later-Borns Want to Change it STORY Bree James Families have changed over the last sixty years, where once there was an average of four children per family, now nearly 60 percent of Australian families have two or less children. This change has influenced how children grow up, with birth order affecting a child’s personality and disposition. I interviewed Michael Grose, educational speaker and author of Why Firstborns Rule the World and Later-borns Want to Change It. He explains how it all works, how we can use that information to help us parent better and why it’s important to take birth order into consideration.

How Does a Child’s Birth Order Influence a Person’s Personality and the Life They Lead?

Birth order leaves an imprint on a child’s life, which we don’t often see. We can see gender, we can see race, we see a whole bunch of other things about people, but birth order impacts kids in their family growing up as they move into adolescence and adulthood.

It can even affect their future relationships, the job that they get and the way that they parent. It’s so interesting that two parents can raise children all under the same

roof that then become complete polar opposites.

Birth order and the position in your family counts, I prefer to call this your family constellation. Like every set of stars has an assigned constellation, every family has an assigned constellation too. So we know that firstborns have certain characteristics and second borns have certain characteristics and youngest ones have other characteristics as well.

What are Some of the Typical Traits of Children Born First, Second, Third and Last?

First borns tend to be: • Goal setters • High achievers • Perfectionists • Responsible • Rule Keepers • Determined • Conscientious • Detail oriented

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Their arrival is a huge event for the family and the build up to the birth is usually more exciting than subsequent births. These children are the ground breakers who change a person’s life forever.

Second borns tend to be:

praise and encouragement, whereas older siblings like approval. Many youngest borns learn that entertaining and making their peers and siblings laugh are great ways to gain recognition.

How Does Knowing this Information Help Parents, Individuals and Society as a Whole Get the Best Out of People?

• Flexible • Diplomatic • Peacemakers • Free Spirits • Generous • Open-Minded • Sociable • Competitive Second borns have many characteristics of middle children. They are often the victims of poor timing, too late to get the perks of their elder sibling and too early to benefit from the more relaxed style of parenting their younger siblings will experience.

Youngest borns tend to be: • Risk takers • Persistent • Outgoing • Charmers • Ideas people • Creative • Challengers of authority Youngest borns are quite paradoxical, they are less concerned about gaining parental approval than first borns, yet they crave attention. They are suckers for

Don’t put too much pressure on first borns, because they put enough pressure on themselves. We often put so much pressure on them and they’ll often put a lot of pressure on themselves to release that pressure.

Put some pressure on the youngest because often they just coast. My other tip if you’re raising your second child in the middle, is to not let them get left behind too much.

What we do now is the first ones and youngest ones, we often will spend more time with them and the ones in the middle, they tend to be always with the whole gang.

So one of the things you can do is create one on one time with your middle child - well all of them if you can.

Birth Order can Influence a Person’s Earning Potential and the Careers They Later Pursue. How Does this Work?

We know that some careers are filled with birth order positions more than others. There’s a couple of reasons for that. One is the nature of the personality that the career attracts and the second is the status of the career. A lot of firstborns value a high status position - many lawyers are first borns. The nature of a lawyer is that detailed analytical type work so there’s certain professions where the nature of it attracts those personalities and there’s also a status attached to it.

Fascinatingly, we know that true entrepreneurial types tend to be the youngest.

First published in 2003 to great acclaim, this fully revised and updated edition seeks to increase the reader’s understanding of birth order theory, including the impact of a child’s broader social environment and the rise of the standard two-child family, where the second-born is simultaneously the last-born. It will enable you to delve a little deeper and look for the constellation of positions within a family, giving you a clearer picture of your own quirks and ambitions, along with those of your siblings, children, partner, workmates, friends and colleagues. Addressing multiple births, children with a disability, genetic engineering, blended families, gender balance, only children and birth-order balance in the workplace, parenting expert and father of three Michael Grose challenges parents to raise each child differently according to their birth order. Buy yours today from all leading bookshops.

Michael Grose is one of Australia's leading parenting and educational writers and speakers. He is the author of nine books for parents, including the best-selling Why First-borns Rule the World and Later-borns Want to Change It. Currently he supports over 1500 schools in Australia and internationally to build strong partnerships with their parent communities. Michael was recently elevated to the PSA Speaker Hall of Fame when he won the Educator Award for Excellence. He was the first person to conduct a parenting seminar for a nation's leaders when he ventured into Parliament House, Canberra, in 2004 and addressed politicians on both sides of the political fence about how to behave so your children will too! For more information and practical ideas on parenting visit his website www.parentingideas.com.au

For more on this topic with Michael and Bree, tune into Episode 127 of the PakMag Parents Podcast at www.pakmag.com.au/podcast

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Health

All Things Health Jeans for Genes Jeans for Genes Day is on 5 August. It is a day to raise awareness and funds for scientists at Children’s Medical Research Institute to find cures for birth defects and genetic diseases. 1 in 20 kids face a birth defect or genetic disease, and with over 6,000 different known genetic diseases - most of which are poorly understood and have no specific treatments or cures - research is more important than ever. Head to fundraise.jeansforgenes.org.au for more information.

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When should I be worried about my baby’s movements in my belly?

Is there anything I can do to prevent my child from having crooked teeth?

A good way to know your baby is doing safe and healthy is monitoring the baby’s movements. Get to know your baby’s pattern of movements and if you notice they have reduced, try sitting in a quiet place with your hands on your belly. If you can count up to 10 movements in a 2 hour period, this is normal for most babies. If your baby has reduced movements to normal or have ceased, see your doctor or midwife that same day or night. Visit www.stillbirthcre.org. au/parents/safer-baby/movements-matter

Well, yes and no. Genetics play a huge role in teeth development and there isn’t much you can do about that. So, if both parents have crooked teeth and have required orthodontic treatment, it’s likely your child will inherit that too. But you can help your child avoid crooked teeth by taking them to the Orthodontist before the age of 9 as we can see if there are any extra teeth that need to be removed which could avoid dental problems. As soon as the Tooth Fairy starts visiting your home, book your child in for a FREE 15-minute assessment, no referral needed.

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All Things Health The Health Benefits of Laughter

Jana Gorski

A laugh can do wonders for our bodies, this can include a reduction in pain and muscle tension, an increase in blood oxygenation and a boost in immunity. Laughter also burns more calories, so the bigger and longer the laugh, the higher the burn. Bonus!

Naturopath - Calanna TerryWhite Chemmart

When it comes to your mind, laughter is the most accessible medicine. Laughing increases production of feel good hormones that persist in your body beyond the moment, which consequently reduces feelings of stress and anxiety, while simultaneously increasing satisfaction.

Although not a solution to everything we’ve all got going on, it’s true what they say - laughter is the best medicine.

There is even Laughter Therapy, which uses humour to help manage and reduce pain and stress, as well as develop acceptance during difficult times and chronic illness.

Dear Jana, What are activated probiotics and why should I take them?

Our gut microbiome plays an integral role in our health, and probiotics are important for the balance of our microbiome. Our immune system, nervous system, digestive function (and more!) is dependent on the live bacteria in our gut. Unbalanced gut bacteria is called dysbiosis which can lead to asthma, obesity, eczema, IBS, autoimmune disease, and even some cancers.

When choosing a probiotic, we need to consider the specific strain of bacteria and whether its use is supported by evidence. Come see one of our naturopaths to find out the best one for you or your family.

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So if you’d like to explore all that laughter has to offer, go watch that funny cat video, read a few jokes, make a goose of yourself and bring laughter to yourself and others around you - you’ll all be better for it.

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Bump, Bub and Beyond

Why Prioritising Motherhood in the First Three Years Matters STORY Erica Komisar, Psychoanalyst, Author and Parent Guidance Expert A mother’s presence in their child’s life is of the utmost importance. We can’t raise healthy children if we aren’t there for them both physically and emotionally. Having a baby is a transformative experience, and some new mothers mourn the loss of their former lives, which is natural and appropriate given the amount of changes that have taken place. It is both a mother’s presence and consistent responses and interactions with her child that will provide the child with the security they will need to separate from you in a healthy way when they are older.

What many parents do not know is just how much a mother’s nurturing presence in the early years affects brain development. Spending more time with your child during this critical period of development helps build emotional security and resilience to stress, as well as improved ability to regulate emotions, read social cues, achieve higher emotional intelligence and connect with others. It is important that all mothers strive to be as present as possible during those first three years of a child’s life.

This need to be present means that mum-guilt is real many women who head back to work feel guilty about it, regardless of how much time they have taken for maternity leave. Mothers need to determine how they want to prioritise family and work. Some sacrifices may need to be made such as scaling back work hours or making career decisions that involve making less money.

If we can let go of fear of losing out on our careers, we can realise that the time we spend with our children is an investment in their development and emotional future.

In all of the concerns about raising a healthy child, mothers cannot forget that taking care of their own well-being is critical - maternal health is good for the baby. To support their own wellbeing, mothers should take the time to nourish and nurture themselves, whether it be taking the time to go for walks, take yoga classes or get a manicure. Mothers also need to look out for their own feelings of boredom and postpartum depression. Boredom can be a sign of postpartum depression, but is often dismissed, with women being told they need to spend less time with their child and more time on outside activities.

Pregnancy, childbirth and motherhood are hormonal rollercoasters which can leave otherwise healthy mothers feeling depressed. Pervasive feelings of disconnection and disengagement with daily tasks are telltale symptoms of postpartum depression.

It’s important that these symptoms are recognised and dealt with professionally. It’s easy and tempting to dismiss a mother’s feelings of depression and boredom as normal, especially given the stigma surrounding mental illness.

For the good of both mothers and children, these issues must be discussed and dealt with as openly and honestly as possible.

Erica Komisar, LCSW is a psychoanalyst, parent guidance expert and author of Being There: Why Prioritising Motherhood in the First Three Years Matters and Chicken Little the Sky Isn’t Falling: Raising Resilient Adolescents in the New Age of Anxiety.

For more on this topic with Erica, tune into Episode 136 of the PakMag Parents Podcast at www.pakmag.com.au/podcast

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Tips for Flying / Travelling with Babies and Toddlers

5. Pick an aisle seat - Consider booking a fare that allows seat selection. Aisle seats let you move around more freely without disturbing other passengers too much.

6. Dress baby in layers - Dress your baby in layers While air travel is faster than driving, it’s not necessarily easier, especially with a baby. You might worry about diaper changes, feeds, confinement, and of course, the dreaded screaming baby scenarios.

To help you feel less nervous, we’ve made a list of tips.

and peel off clothes if they become too warm.

Also, pack an extra pair of clothes for emergencies (and one for yourself too… hello number 3’s).

The takeaway - Flying with an infant doesn’t have to be intimidating. Many airlines are family-friendly and go the extra mile to make the experience enjoyable for you and your little one. With forethought and preparation, flying will become easier and perhaps one of your favourite ways to travel.

What is Pelvic Organ Prolapse?

Pelvic organ prolapse happens when the muscles and tissues supporting the pelvic organs become weak or loose, causing one or more pelvic organs to drop or move down through the vagina.

1. Consider baby’s age - If possible, wait until bub is at least three months old. Aeroplanes and public transport are known to be breeding grounds for germs due to having lots of people in confined spaces. Newborns have a weaker immune system. By three months of age, babies’ immune systems are more developed, making them less susceptible to illness.

2. Change baby’s diaper before boarding - Aeroplane restrooms are tight spaces, so do a quick diaper change before boarding. Not only will you have more space in the airport restroom, but your baby also might not need another change until after the flight.

3. Match flight times with baby’s sleep pattern If possible, choose a departure time that closely coincides with your baby’s sleep pattern. This way, you both may get some rest.

4. Feed bub during take-off and landing - The sucking action from feedings can open your baby’s Eustachian tubes and equalise the pressure in their ears, easing pain and crying.

The organs most commonly affected by prolapse include the bladder, uterus, small bowel, large bowel and rectum, and symptoms can range from minor changes to life-altering consequences.

While many women feel embarrassed to talk to their doctor about symptoms, seeking support is essential.

The good news is that pelvic organ prolapse is treatable, and speaking about it is the first step to recovery.

Fun Fact Babies have three times more taste buds than adults.

Babies have around 30,000 tastebuds spread throughout their mouths, and only about a third of these remain by the time they hit adulthood. Luckily their taste buds align with their craving for fat and sugar-packed milk. Salty and sour flavours, on the other hand, aren’t on their radars and bitter foods are rejected as potential poisons.

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Ideas for a Science-Themed Party STORY Lis Rooks Since we are celebrating the 15th birthday of PakMag this month, we are excited to share some science-themed party ideas with you. Birthday parties can be expensive, especially if your child wants to invite everyone from their class. So, here are some unusual and budget-friendly ideas that will keep your little one and their guests entertained, keeping in mind that parks and the beach are fantastic outdoor locations to host messy and noisy parties.

Secret Message Invitations

Frankenworms Gummy Experiment

For science-themed invitations, lemon-based invisible ink messages are fascinating. Lemon juice is virtually invisible but oxidizes and turns brown when heated.

This reaction to heat is the perfect way to create secret messages for science parties. Be sure to provide instructions on how to reveal the message on your invitations in regular ink.

Many kids are fascinated with small creatures, and with the next party game, you can bring gummy worms to life. By soaking gummy worms in baking soda and then placing them in vinegar, carbon dioxide gas bubbles rise through the vinegar, causing the worms to wiggle and come to life.

Materials • Lemon juice

The worms will take 15 - 20 minutes to soak, so plan another activity to do in the meantime while you wait to finish the experiment.

• White paper

Materials

• Small craft paintbrush

• Gummy worms

• Iron or light bulb

• 3 tablespoons baking soda • 1 cup of warm water

Directions Get your little scientist to write a hidden message on paper with the lemon juice and a paintbrush. Let it dry.

Once the lemon juice has dried, apply heat with an iron or hair dryer, but be careful not to burn the paper.

Sit back and let the message appear.

• 2 clear beakers • Vinegar Directions Cut gummy worms in half lengthwise to make them skinny.

Fill a beaker with warm water and baking soda and place the gummy worms inside.

Stir and let sit for 15 to 20 minutes.

Fill the second beaker with vinegar.

Remove the worms from the baking soda mixture and place them in the vinegar beaker.

Watch the gummy worms start to squirm!

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Glow in the Dark Slime Lastly, making slime seems like an obvious option for a sciencethemed party. However, instead of making regular slime, why not add a fun twist and create glow-in-the-dark slime? Party guests can make this fun activity together and take it home with them at the end. Perhaps you could store it in a plastic beaker for added fun appeal.

Materials • 5 oz (147 mL) Elmer's Glow in the Dark Glue • ½ tbsp of baking soda • 1 tbsp of contact lens solution Directions Pour Elmer's Glow in the Dark Glue into a bowl.

Add ½ tbsp of baking soda and mix thoroughly.

Add 1 tbsp of contact lens solution, stir until slime begins to form.

Take the slime out and knead it with both hands.

If it is too sticky, add ¼ tbsp contact lens solution and knead.

Keep adding ¼ tbsp contact lens solution until you achieve the desired consistency.

Amongst all the party fun, please remember that all experiments require adult supervision and are mostly suitable for children three years and older. While the worms and slime are exciting to play with, please encourage your guests to wash their hands thoroughly after playing and remind them that neither science experiment is edible.

All Things Tweens and Teens

All Things Tweens & Teens Too Young for Injectables?

Dermal fillers have long been popular among adults, but recently, concerns are growing about teens wanting to jump on the beauty injection trend a bit too soon.

As a parent, what can you do if your teenager suddenly asks for facial injections?

Firstly, except for Queensland, no clear legal guidance says Australian teens can’t receive cosmetic injectables. Instead, non-surgical treatments can be done at the discretion of the doctor involved. However, while your teenager may argue that they are “safe, effective, and temporary”, costs and risks must be considered.

Body Positivity, Could the Movement be Harming Your Teen?

The body positivity movement promotes the fact that all bodies are beautiful and deserve to be accepted despite their imperfections.

However, while the movement‘s authentic goals celebrate diversity, many teens are unaware of its darker side. Having gained popularity through social media, the movement often communicates an excessive positivity that dismisses negative emotions, also known as ‘toxic positivity’.

By dismissing negative emotions, teens can feel pressured not to speak about their problems or voice their dissatisfaction. This lack of communication can create feelings of despair, plunging teens deeper toward crisis instead of empowering them to make healthy lifestyle changes or seek support. Educate your teen about self-empowerment practices and encourage healthy lifestyle habits. With this attitude, you help your teen find confidence and self-love, boosting their journey to self-acceptance.

You can try your luck and explain the pros and cons; however, a parental discussion may not be the most effective course of action. Instead, consulting a registered health professional can be more successful and should be the first stop for anyone considering medical aesthetic treatments. By suggesting this, you not only validate and recognise your teen’s thoughts and feelings, but you also teach them how to make healthy and safe choices.

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Festivals

North Queensland Festivals Guide 2022 NTI Townsville 500 When: 8 - 10 July Where: Reid Park, Townsville More info: www.supercars.com/nti-townsville The NTI Townsville 500 is North Queensland’s largest annual sporting event, boasting a packed program of races and entertainment. Entry varies from free admission (for kids 12 and under with a paying adult) to group tickets at $788.00.

McDonald’s Townsville Running Festival 2022 When: 7 August Where: Jezzine Barracks, North Ward, Townsville More info: www.townsvillerunningfestival.com Townsville Running Festival has evolved into Queensland’s largest regional running event to date. With its certified racecourses, the event appeals to race-chasers and race hardened running purists alike by incorporating the Townsville Marathon, Half Marathon, 10 and 5km Fun Run and Walk, 5km Junior Fun Run and Walk, 2.5km Hero Run, and a 5km Corporate Challenge. Registrations close Monday the 26th of July at 9.00pm and registration fees vary.

Burdekin Water Festival - Grand Parade and Mardi Gras 2022 When: 25 August Where: Ayr Showgrounds More info: www.burdekinwaterfestival.com.au The Burdekin Water Festival is a celebration of the abundance of water in the district. The celebrations include a wide variety of exciting events that encompass the whole community. For more information visit the official website.

Subtropics Festival 2022 - Magnetic Island When: 23 - 25 September Where: Base Backpackers Magnetic Island More info: www.subtropicsfestival.com Located on the picturesque Magnetic Island, this three day festival celebrates DnB, Reggae, Dubstep, UKG and HipHop music. Hosted at the Base Backpackers Venue, visitors can stay in Cabins or camp, and have full access to amenities and a fully serviced bistro and bar. For adults 18+, this tropical holiday festival is an experience like no other!

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month, Townsville will come alive with cabaret, theatre, comedy, dance, exhibitions, concerts and more!

Mike Carney Toyota Paluma Push 2022 When: 16 - 17 July Where: Paluma Village More info: www.palumapush.com.au Celebrate all things Paluma Push and mountain biking in North Queensland by joining Townsville's iconic Mountain Bike event. Starting in the dreamy Paluma Village, riders follow a course that winds its way through lush World Heritage Rainforest, past Paluma Dam, and down into open cattle country, before finishing at the historic tin mining settlement Hidden Valley. Book your camping spot at the Cricket Oval or online and enjoy a weekend with live music, a food truck fiesta, bonfires, and beers.

Townsville Cultural Fest When: 2023 dates TBC Where: Venue TBC More info: www.culturalfest.org This festival is one of the most inclusive in Australia, bringing together thousands of people each year in a celebration of life. Multicultural performances include folk, jazz, blues, hiphop and rock, cultural performances, and more. While the 2023 dates are yet to be confirmed, the festival celebrating diversity, unity, and friendship is one to watch

Townsville Triathlon and Multisport Festival When: 21, 27 - 28 August Where: The Strand and Pallarenda Beach More info: www.townsvilletrifestival.org.au The Townsville Triathlon and Multisport Festival celebrates the return to racing in our beautiful region. Held along the picturesque background of Townsville’s Strand and Pallarenda Beach, the event offers a range of activities to suit all levels of abilities and interests by catering to elite competitors, first-timers, and families.

Sweet Days, Hot Nights Festival When: 26 - 27 May 2023 Where: Home Hill Showgrounds More info: www.sweetdayshotnights.com.au This festival is all about showcasing and celebrating Far North Queensland’s rich agricultural region and lifestyle.

From fresh produce and culinary delights through to adventure and sports tourism experiences, great music and family-friendly entertainment, this festival is sure to delight all ages. Headline events include the Burdekin Cultural Fair and the Australian Hand Cane Cutting Championships.

Australian Festival of Chamber Music When: 29 July - 7 August Where: Various venues More info: www.afcm.com.au Set in the tropical winter warmth of Townsville, the Australian Festival of Chamber Music presents the finest musicians from around the world in this wonderfully unique and innovative ten-day program. For over 30 years, the festival has delighted audiences and is now known for its friendly, intimate, and relaxed atmosphere. More than 35 musicians from all around the world travel to Townsville to bring the audience unique combinations of music. The festival’s tropical location creates a special atmosphere that entices audiences and artists back year after year.

Magnetic Island Bay Dayz Festival When: 2023 dates TBC Where: Magnetic Island More info: Magnetic Island Bay Dayz Festival The Magnetic Island Bay Dayz Festival is a fabulous month of entertainment, fairs, dining, tours, sport, art, and fun competitions on Magnetic Island. The program includes the famous islandwide Scarecrow Competition, the Maggie Motor & Bike Show, Magnetic Mystery Tour, Spring Equinox Fair, Indigenous culture events, Mega Markets, and the highly popular Sand Sculpture Competition. This festival has something for everyone!

Mackay Chamber Music Festival When: 22 - 24 July Where: Various venues More info: www.mackaycmf.com.au The Mackay Chamber Music Festival is a weekend of inspiring concerts, masterclasses and workshops, featuring some of the finest classical musicians from around the world. The festival delights audiences and is now known for its friendly, intimate and relaxed atmosphere. Aside from enjoying chamber music concerts, you can participate in inspiring masterclasses delivered by eight of the world’s finest classical musicians.

Mackay’s BBQ and Beer Festival When: 13 August 2022 Where: South Mackay More info: www.mackaybbqandbeerfestival.com.au Mackay’s annual BBQ and Beer festival is the perfect day out with friends. Listen to live music, enjoy tasty food, and drink your choice of over 50 Australian and International Beers. Join into the fun and watch local and travelling rivals fight it out to impress the judges in competitions. This year, the BBQ Battle is sanctioned by the Australasian Barbecue Alliance with a huge prize pool of $9500.00 going to participants.

NQ's Rock'n Country 2022 When: 19 - 21 August / 8.00am - 11.00pm Where: Mackay Showgrounds More info: www.nqsrockncountry.com.au This year’s NQ's Rock'n Country is a three-day country music festival showcasing over 40 local and national country music artists. Bring your camp chairs and picnic blankets and settle in for a big weekend. Onsite camping is available for three day pass holders, with camping opening on Thursday 18th August.

Campers also have access to the campers only After Party, so the party will continue after the main stage closes. The festival is proudly raising funds for Variety - the Children's Charity, with a goal of $100,000 to be raised. There will be raffles and an onsite auction held where you can win yourself a signed guitar, a signed Akubra, plus much more! Ticket costs range from free entry to $650.00 for groups and full weekend access.

Festivals

Dinosaur Lantern Festival Mackay When: 21 - 23 October / 9.00am - 4.00pm Where: TBC More info: www.mackay.dinofestivalaustralia.com

Cairns Italian Festival When: 28 July - 6 August Where: Cairns and Surrounds More info: www.cairnsitalianfestival.com.au

Transfer back in time to meet the roar-some, giant, weird, and wonderful creatures who once roamed our planet. Discover wildlife on earth, starting from the origins of life appearing as a dazzling array of little microbes, the big five of Africa, the Australian kangaroo, Egyptian camels, the polar bear, Indian tiger and Chinese panda, to a world of dinosaurs. Creating awareness about important climate change topics, the event features various threatened species. Arrive early to enjoy the beautiful sunset, picnic, festival food, and family amusement rides. Tickets must be purchased online prior to the event.

Cost is $6.00 - $65.00.

Held annually in the Hinchinbrook Shire, the Cairns Italian Festival is a significant regional cultural event with worldclass entertainment, fun, and culinary delights. The festival also pays homage to the Italian immigrants that left their homeland in search for a better life and future in Australia.

Bring the family along to enjoy the unique food and entertainment. Tickets cost $12.00 - $197.00.

The Cairns Indigenous Art Fair (CIAF)

Known as the world’s largest volksfest, beer festival, and travelling funfair, this year’s Oktoberfest is presented by the German Club Cairns. Held annually in Munich, Germany, with more than six million people from around the world attending the event every year, Oktoberfest is an important part of Bavarian culture. You can pre-purchase entry tickets from September onwards via the event’s facebook page.

As a family friendly event, competitions and prizes entertain everyone throughout the night.

When: 6 - 10 July Where: Cairns Convention Centre More info: www.ciaf.com.au After two years of presenting digitally, CIAF is back in Cairns to deliver a series of thought-provoking arts and cultural events. This year, CIAF will be held at the newly refurbished Cairns Convention Centre and a number of other venues across Cairns.

Tour of the Tropics When: 3 - 10 July Where: Various locations More info: www.tourofthetropics.com.au The Tour of the Tropics festival is a cycling, food and wine festival for pro and amateur cyclists and families.

The festival spans eight days, starting with the Ride for Isabel Gran Fondo (Yarrabah to Gordonvale). Midweek will welcome their track and social events, followed by the grand finale - The Tour of the Tropics three-day tour runs from Friday 8 July - Sunday 10 July.

Mareeba Rodeo and Festival When: 9 - 10 July Where: Kerribee Park Rodeo Grounds More info: www.mareebarodeo.com.au The 2-week festival will culminate with a one-day ABCRA affiliated rodeo, featuring the finals and the State-Of-Origin.

Presenting top-level competition and entertainment, the event gives spectators plenty to watch. Event offerings include all the usual rodeo events such as bull rides, saddle bronc, steer wrestling, ladies and junior events, the Agricultural Show, Downtown Parade, Queen Competition, Cowpokes and Garden Awards. Cost is $40.00 - $90.00.

Laura Quinkan Dance Festival 2023 When: 7 - 9 July 2023 Where: Laura More info: www.lauraquinkanfestival.com.au Approximately 25 Dance troupes from throughout Cape York gather to showcase their culture at the biannual Laura Quinkan Dance Festival. People collectively rejoice and share stories through music and dance performances, sharing history and uniting as one.

Tickets cost $110.00 to $450.00 and can be ordered via the website.

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Oktoberfest Cairns When: 8 October Where: German Club Cairns More info: German Club Cairns

Taste Port Douglas When: 11 - 14 August Where: Various venues More info: www.tasteportdouglas.com.au Presented by the Sheraton Grand Mirage Resort, Taste Port Douglas is one of Australia’s premier culinary events showcasing the region’s best food, beverages and talent.

Food lovers can immerse themselves in a dynamic four-day program boasting exceptional cooking, unforgettable dining experiences, and the opportunity to learn from some of the food and beverage industry’s most talented experts.

Cairns Festival When: 26 August - 4 September Where: Various locations More info: www.cairnsfest.com.au The Cairns Festival is a vibrant, progressive, and collaborative arts festival that engages with the community and celebrates the distinctive, tropical lifestyle.

As the region’s major annual celebration, the Cairns Festival includes culture, art, theatre, music, photography, performances, drama and dance, the Grand Parade, Carnival on Collins and fireworks.

Cairns Tropical Writers Festival When: 26 August - 4 September Where: Cairns, various locations More info: www.cairnstropicalwritersfestival.com As a biannual event, the Cairns Tropical Writers Festival is a cultural experience that celebrates the distinct voices of our tropical region by bringing together a regional community of writers and readers with Australian and internationally revered authors and celebrities. Literary minds will be inspired and motivated to expand their skills, connect with like-minded creators, and learn from the best.

Wallaby Creek Festival When: 23 - 25 September Where: Wallaby Creek Festival Grounds More info: www.wallabycreekfestival.org.au Celebrate the 20th birthday of Wallaby Creek Festival at this year’s event! Nestled in the confluence of the Annan River and Wallaby Creek at Helenvale / Rossville, Wallaby Creek Festival is a wonderful family-focused event. The three day program offers original music on three stages, with entertainment including Poets Breakfasts, workshops, circus, dance, Roving Street Theatre, a complete children’s festival, delicious food stalls, healing spaces and market stalls. Crocfree swimming holes are nearby in the Wallaby Creek and the Annan River. Camping is included, with bush showers and toilets accessible to everyone.

Savannah in the Round When: 30 September - 2 October Where: www.savannahintheround.com.au More info: Kerribee Park Mareeba Rodeo Arena Savannah in the Round is Tropical North Queensland's very own music and camping festival, taking place at the Mareeba Rodeo Arena. Featuring more than 40 international and Australian country, rock, roots, and pop artists, this event is bound to entertain the whole family. Complimentary entertainment includes cultural exhibits and performances, market vendors, paddock to plate, a funfair and more.

Babinda Harvest Festival When: 8 October Where: Munro Street, Babinda More info: www.babindaharvestfest.org This full day of events begins with the Traders Day Competition at 8.00am and includes the Grand Street Parade, festivities and the Tractor Pull afterwards at the Babinda Showgrounds.

With plenty of food stalls, children’s entertainment, market stalls, live entertainment and a bar, the whole family can enjoy the day. There’s a firework display and cane burning at 8.30pm, and the bands play until midnight.

All of Us Festival 2022 - Celebrating Mental Health Week When: 9 October / 03.00pm - 08.00pm Where: Fogarty Park More info: www.kochfoundation.org.au Hosted by the Dr Edward Koch Foundation’s Suicide Prevention Taskforce, this free festival aims to raise mental health and suicide prevention awareness in an all-inclusive, diverse, multicultural and family friendly event.

Tablelands Folk Festival When: 21 - 23 October Where: Yungaburra More info: www.tablelandsfolkfestival.org.au Celebrating music, friendship and cultural understanding, the Tablelands Folk Festival is the longest running folk festival in Queensland. Over four days, the event features family entertainment, concerts, workshops, comedy, blues jams, poet breakfasts, brekky, a wellbeing fair, market stalls, free children activities, the famous Pub Verandah and more.

Check out the online version for more NQ Festivals

School Holiday Guide

School Holiday Guide Cairns Central

The Reef Eye Ferris Wheel

Cairns Central is your destination for entertainment these school holidays with everything to keep the kids entertained, including the latest releases at Event Cinemas, iPlay for endless fun and over 180 stores to enjoy.

The Reef Eye Ferris Wheel returns to the Cairns Esplanade to kick off the school holidays from 24 June.

The brand new, state of the art 35-metre high Ferris Wheel, offers 360 degree views through fully enclosed, plexiglass-wrapped gondolas, and a fully illuminated hotel style frontage and flight deck. During operation, tickets are able to be purchased both online and in person at the rides ticket box. $8.00 per child, $10.00 per adult or $50.00 for a group of six in a private gondola.

A 1-21 McLeod St, Cairns P 4041 4111 Cairns Central www.cairnscentral.com.au

PCYC The Police-Citizens Youth Club (PCYC) provides youth and community programs, facilities and more. Their regular offerings include leisure-based Outside School Hours Care, gymnastics programs, and gym classes.

They also offer programs throughout the school term, so visit their Facebook page for more info and to find your nearest branch.

PCYC Cairns A 91 - 97 MacNamara Street, Manunda P 4053 1532 PCYC Cairns PCYC Edmonton A 10 - 10 Walker Road, Edmonton P 4045 6540 PCYC Edmonton

A Cairns Esplanade, Western Event Lawn The Reef Eye www.thereefeye.com.au

Mount Sheridan Plaza Up Close and Personal Reptile Zoo - On until 2 July, 9.00am - 3.00pm. Get up close and personal with reptiles at Mount Sheridan Plaza. Free, educational and fun!

Under The Microscope - These sessions are perfect for those little ones curious about the natural world and wildlife. The sessions are on at 9.00am, 10.00am, 11.00am, and 12.00pm. Book your session online.

Sand Live Art Installations and Workshops - Monday 4 July - Friday 8 July. The workshops are on at 10.00am, 11.00am, 12.00pm and 1.00pm.

A 106 Barnard Dr P 4036 3150 Mt Sheridan Plaza www.mtsheridanplaza.com.au

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School Holiday Guide

Smithfield Shopping Centre

DFO Cairns

FREE Mini Pizza Workshops - Monday 4 - Wednesday 6 July, 10.00am - 1.00pm in 45-minute time slots. Located at That Good Place, near Event Cinemas. Enjoy a fun and hands-on workshop where you’ll learn how to make your own mini pizza with That Good Place. You’ll of course get to eat your creations. Bookings required.

The DFO will be hosting Free School Holiday Crafts from 4 - 8 July, at 11.00am - 2.00pm. You can enjoy a great line-up of activities including: Drawing Bot, DIY Bouncy Balls, Make Your Own Projector, Wooden Boat Building and DIY Slime. All activities are free and do not require booking.

FREE Kids Yoga Workshops - Wellness Week Fun Thursday 30 June - Sunday 3 July, 10.00am - 1.00pm in 25 minute time slots. Located outside Kmart. Let your kids get their Zen on with Free Kids Yoga Workshops.

The sessions will get kids moving by learning different style stretches, and improve their coordination, balance and flexibility. Book online.

A DFO, 274 Mulgrave Rd, Westcourt P 4051 7444 DFO Cairns www.dfocairns.com.au

Plastic-Free July - FREE Kids Craft Workshops Wellness Week Fun - Workshops are from 10.00am 1.00pm in 45 minute time slots. Located outside Kmart.

Bookings required.

Monday 4 July - Decorate your own artwork using recycled buttons. Tuesday 5 July - Create your own craft animals using seashells. Wednesday 6 July - Start saving! Create your own piggy bank using recycled plastic bottles. Thursday 7 July - Create a bird sanctuary from recycled cardboard milk cartons, perfect to hang in your backyard. Friday 8 July - Create a range of fun crafts with recycled toilet paper rolls. Saturday 9 July - Make your own jellyfish using recycled egg cartons. Sunday 10 July - Create a cute bunny or scary monster pencil holder from recycled plastic bottles.

There will also be Plastic-Free July free adult workshop sessions available. Check online for details.

A Cnr Captain Cook and Kennedy Highway, Smithfield P 4281 3800 Smithfield Shopping Centre www.smithfieldcentre.com.au

Earlville Shopping Town Find out what Earlville Shopping Town has to offer these school holidays by visiting the expanding shopping centre formerly known as Stockland. Uncover exciting school holiday programs, specials, and community activities including Game Station, an indoor adventure playground, the latest releases at Event Cinemas, and over 110 stores to enjoy.

A 537 Mulgrave Rd, Earlville P 4054 3066 Earlville Shopping Town www.earlvilleshoppingtown.com.au

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Gallo Dairyland Well worth a drive and only an hour from Cairns, Gallo Dairyland is a go to this break. Positioned between Atherton, Malanda and Yungaburra, Gallo Dairyland offers an insight into a fully operational dairy farm and gourmet cheese factory, with all the tasty goodies available at the restaurant. Not to mention their chocolate is worth the trip on its own.

A Malanda Road Atherton P 07 4095 2388 Gallo Dairyland www.gallodairyland.com.au

Hartley’s Crocodile Adventures Hartley’s Crocodile Adventures offer great family fun activities for everyone to enjoy. They are open from 8.30am to 5.00pm, with presentations starting from 9.00am. These include the Crocodile Farm Tour, amazing Crocodile Attack Show and Snake Show. The ‘Slither and Slides’ Adventure playground is also open for children to have a blast on.

They also have Wildcard passes that get you into Hartley’s, Kuranda Koala Gardens and Birdworld Kuranda.

A Captain Cook Hwy, Wangetti P 4055 3576 Hartley’s Crocodile Adventures www.crocodileadventures.com

FNQ Dance Academy The academy offers dance classes in Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Contemporary, Hip Hop, Musical Theatre and Acrobatics for ages 2 and up. They also offer a dedicated Under 5’s program, boys only classes and recreational or exam/ comp stream classes. Check online for more info.

A The City - 168 Draper St, Cairns A The Grounds - 117 Toogood Rd, Woree P 4051 4888 www.fnqdanceacademy.com.au

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School Holiday Guide

Games Station With laser tag, VR rides, prizes, and a range of games, there’s hours of entertainment to be had. $14.00 for a 30 minute unlimited games session (or one hour if you mention PakMag!), or $26.00 for one hour (or two hours if you mention PakMag!). If you mention PakMag you can double your time for the same cost! Plus, if you’ve got a little one who just can’t get enough, Games Station offers birthday packages so they can share in all the fun on their special day.

A Earlville Shopping Centre www.gamesstation.com.au

AFL Cairns Does your child love footy and want to get more involved? AFL Cairns is home to 2,500 players from nine clubs throughout the region. AFL programs are the perfect way to help your child improve their skills while also learning to enjoy and appreciate the sport. Visit the AFL Cairns website or email for more information on enrolment, including clubs, teams, fees and more.

P 4042 3000 AFL Cairns www.aflcairns.com.au

Cairns Night Markets With a variety of stalls offering souvenirs, clothing, arts, crafts, homewares, skincare products, jewellery, food and so much more, there’s something for the whole family at the Cairns Night Markets. They always have delicious food and desserts on offer. Open daily from 4.30pm 11.00pm, with the food court open daily from 11.00am.

A 71 – 575 The Esplanade, Cairns P 4051 7666 Night Markets www.nightmarkets.com.au

Permaculture and Sustainability Expo Wallaby Creek Festival is hosting the Permaculture and Sustainability Expo on 2 July. There will be presenters, workshops and stalls, plus music, a community bar, and pizza oven throughout the evening. It will make for a great start to the school holidays, especially if you’ve got a bunch wanting to know more about living sustainably and off the land.

A Wallaby Creek Festival Grounds P 0402 600 264 www.wallabycreekfestival.org.au

Cairns Wake and Aqua Park The Wake Squad School Holiday Training - Tuesdays and Thursdays during the School Holidays. Cost for 1 day is $99, 3 days costs $269, and 5 days cost $379.

Wakeboarding progression sessions and off water activities. Lunch, snacks and a drink are included.

Bookings required.

School Holiday Kids Club Sessions - Runs on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays from 8.30am -10.00am. Target age group 7 - 12 year olds. Their professional coaches ensure all kids have a fun time while being introduced to the Wake Park. School Holiday activities are fully supervised.

Winter Wonderland Wake Competition - 2 July - 3 July Join Cairns Wake Park for Australia’s biggest winter cable wakeboard competition with up to $10k in cash and prizes up for grabs! Visit their website for more information.

A Cairns Wake Park P 07 40381304 E info@cairnswakepark.com.au www.cairnswakepark.com

Cairns Museum The Cairns Museum, along with its usual attractions, frequently runs holiday programs, workshops, kids tours, and other family fun activities.

NAIDOC Week Cultural Workshop. Get up! Stand up!

Show up! - 5 July - 6 July, 10.30am - 11.30am. Free with entry for a member child. $6.00 for a non-member child. Adults attending the workshop with children are free, however it’s $15.00 for adults wishing to enter the museum galleries. Celebrate NAIDOC Week with Miriki Performing Arts! Known for their amazing cultural workshops for children, Miriki will facilitate a series of fun activities based around Indigenous language, movement, music and more. Bookings are essential.

Yidinji Word Challenge - Mondays - Saturdays, 10.00am - 4.00pm. Win a museum prize pack!

Head to our NAIDOC display on the verandah to find the meaning of different Yidinji words. Fill in the entry sheet for your chance to win. Entry box at reception, and the winner will be drawn on 12 July. Free with Entry.

Museum Activity Trails - Mondays - Saturdays, 10.00am - 4.00pm. Ask Reception about their selection of family friendly activity trails. Choose your adventure and get exploring. New - NAIDOC Scavenger Hunt and Activity Booklet! Free with entry.

Kids Audio Self-Guided Tour - Mondays - Saturdays, 10.00am - 4.00pm. Who’s up for an adventure? Join Pip, Caden and Jules as they bring the Museum to life! BYO headphones and smartphone / tablet. Free with entry.

Colouring in Competition - Mondays - Saturdays, 10.00am - 4.00pm. Collect your sheet from Museum Reception then head to our kids table on the verandah to create your masterpiece. Winners will receive a Cairns Museum Prize Pack. Entry box at reception, and the winner will be drawn on 12 July. Free with entry.

A Cnr Lake and Shields Streets P 4051 5582 www.cairnsmuseum.org.au

Cairns Art Gallery The Cairns Art Gallery is running a variety of workshops and classes throughout July with a range of mediums including paints, sculpture and more. Bookings are essential so check online for upcoming classes and costs. The gallery Creative Term Classes will also be running July to August. They will include painting, watercolour, mixed media, and drawing. Suitable for children aged 4 - 14. Check online for more details.

P 4046 4800 Cairns Art Gallery www.cairnsartgallery.com.au

Cairns Library Events The Cairns Council Libraries, along with their usual offerings, run holiday programs that include storytime, family fun activities, science programs and craft workshops. Check the website for more information and booking options.

A Various locations www.cairns.qld.gov.au

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School Holiday Guide

Meldrum’s Bakery Cafe

Junior Keeper Program at Wildlife Habitat

Meldrum’s is back with their legendary 2 for 1 megashakes special running until the end of July.

The perfect opportunity to get the kids out and fuel up for whatever else the school holiday break may bring.

Best thing is - you can even stay in your car and order through their drive through bakery on Reservoir Road.

Now with two locations, there’s no excuse to miss out.

Get in to enjoy the deliciousness!

Got a little one that’s animal crazy? The Junior Keepers experience is perfect! The program runs 5 - 6 July, and is suitable for children aged 8 - 14 years.

Cost is $60.00 including lunch and afternoon tea.

Wildlife Habitat is Australia’s leading wildlife experience, providing visitors with the opportunity to observe and interact with a huge range of wildlife up close.

Locals can also enjoy a 20 percent discount year round with the code HABITATLOCAL.

Meldrum’s can also cater your entire birthday party with the click of a button. Birthday cakes, hot platters, cold platters and more are available. Order online on their website below.

A 27 Reservoir Road, Cairns A 97 Grafton Street, Cairns City www.meldrumscairns.com.au

Child’s World Early Learning Centre

The CaPTA Group The CaPTA Group Annual Pass gives you 12 months unlimited admission to the Australian Butterfly Sanctuary, Cairns Zoom and Wildlife Dome, Rainforestation Nature Park and Wildlife Habitat Port Douglas. Come face to face with crocs, explore the tropical rainforest and marvel at the wildlife of the Far North! Visit the website for terms and conditions and to claim your locals offer of 20 percent off.

P 4035 3555 www.capta.com.au

Australian Butterfly Sanctuary Be surrounded by 1500 colourful butterflies in the magical Australian Butterfly Sanctuary in Kuranda Village. Enjoy a guided tour, see butterflies in all life stages in the laboratory and explore the fairy garden! Locals receive 20 percent off with code BUTTERFLYLOCAL. Open daily from 10.00am - 3.00pm.

A 8 Rob Veivers Dr, Kuranda QLD 4881 P 4093 7575 www.australianbutterflies.com

Rainforestation Nature Park Pamagirri Mini Mob Rainforestation Nature Park is an award-winning attraction. Explore the rainforest on the Army Duck, learn about Indigenous Culture on the Pamagirri Aboriginal Experience, and view their iconic Aussie animals up close at The Koala and Wildlife Park.

Locals receive 20 percent off with the code RFSLOCAL. A 1030 Kennedy Hwy, Kuranda QLD 4881 P 4085 5008 www.rainforest.com.au

Enjoy the ultimate experience of a high ropes course and wildlife park combined. Walk outside the roof of the Dome and enjoy an adrenaline rush on their 13m Power Jump! They also offer ‘Keepers In Training’, sharing what it’s really like to be a Wildlife Keeper. Join for an interactive, hands-on experience, which includes a take home wildlife photo. Locals receive 20 percent off with the code ZOOMLOCAL.

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Child’s World Early Learning Centres not only accommodate children from the age of 6 weeks old, they also do vacation care for children up to the age of 12. School Holiday Vacation Care includes cooked, chef cooked nutritious meals, fun excursions, games and activities, a home bus service on request and more.

A Bentley Park, Mount Sheridan and Manoora P 4045 4045 www.childsworld.com.au

Historic Village Herberton Australia’s mining, timber and farming heritage lives again at the Historic Village Herberton. With quirky Australian collectibles, machinery, vehicles and antique items, the Village is regarded as one of the most significant outdoor museums in Australia. Spend quality family time together and make some memories.

A 6 Broadway, Herberton P 4096 2002 www.historicvillageherberton.com.au

UMA Australia Learn how to maximise the body’s force-producing capabilities through easy to learn martial arts movements. UMA Australia is not designed for sport competition but rather for individuals to learn practical self-defence skills. Classes cater for children as young as four years old, providing them with life-long skills in a family-friendly environment while also improving general health and wellbeing.

A 1/21 Donaldson St, Manunda P Master Barry Hampton 0414 782 189 E ckdadmin@bigpond.com Universal Martial Art Cairns Australia www.umacairns.com

Junior Golf at Cairns Golf Club

Cairns ZOOM & Wildlife Dome

A The Reef Hotel Casino P 40317250 www.cairnszoom.com.au

A Port Douglas Rd P 4099 3235 www.wildlifehabitat.com.au

Cairns Golf Club offers school holiday programs that span over two days from 9.00am - 3.00pm each day of the school holidays. Includes lunch, morning tea and afternoon tea. Juniors will enjoy the fun format of a variety of activities to test out their skills. Some great friendships are made during these clinics. Contact Cairns Golf Club for further information.

A Links Drive, Woree P 4037 6700 www.cairnsgolfclub.com.au

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Daddy Diary My name is Guy Clifton and I have a problem… for I, Guy Clifton, hate (drum roll please) ball pits. And if my 8 year old daughter is reading this I apologise for using the word “hate”. Dislike is a much better word to describe the way I feel about ball pits. I am not a fan. I dislike them profusely. In fact I believe the word “armpits” is a more appropriate description for these germ riddled Petri dishes invented by a dude named Eric McMillan some 50 odd years ago. Sorry Eric but you have a lot to answer for.

My dislike for all things pit-related began when my daughter was quite young. It was her first birthday and one of our so-called friends or a family member (I can’t quite remember) thought it would be sweet to give the birthday girl a pop up ball pit along with about 200

cheap, plastic, multi-colored balls. I swear there are still balls floating around that house. Moving was the only way we were able to escape them. I can see how the ball pit gift was a nice idea and I’m sure my daughter had fun in it for the whole 90 seconds but what about us? Her poor, overworked and sick of housework parents. The last thing any of us need is more stuff to pick up.

Now to the second pit related whinge of this month’s column - What is the deal with public ball pits?

How, in a post-covid world these germ factories are still a thing is totally beyond me. Kids are pretty much the germiest thing going. Putting them into a pit full of mini germ vessels after a conga line of other kids have already snotted over them just doesn’t seem very 2022.

Of course, I’m being quite dramatic but those closest to me would tell you that’s kinda my default. It’s my go to. But I do believe that most parents reading this would sympathise with at least some of the pitfalls I’ve listed today. Some people are pit people. I cannot say I am one of them. Sorry Eric.

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Community Noticeb o ard

TAS Recognised Among Australia’s Best Trinity Anglican School has recieved coveted recognition among the country’s top school performers in the Australian Education Awards 2022.

Cairns Greek Fest is Back!

When: Sunday 3rd July, 10.00am - 4.00pm Where: Cnr Kamerunga and Fairweather Road, Redlynch.

More info: greekorthodoxparishcairns.org/community-events There will be plate smashing, Zorba Dancing, Greek food and pastries and more! Plus you could win a trip of a lifetime to Greece! Costa Georgiadis the host of ABC’s Gardening Australia and Cypriot Dance group from Brisbane will also be attending.

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Little Legend Quaide Gostelow Mareeba boy, Quaide Gostelow, has been picked in no less than five Peninsula Teams and one national team for a range of different sports just this year alone and he’s only 11 years old!

He has been picked in the Swimming, 10 - 12 Years Touch, 11 Years Rugby League, 12 Years Rugby League and 12 Years Rugby Union Peninsula Teams as well as the national NQ Cyclones Touch Team. Quaide and his supportive family will be travelling down to Brisbane in July for 10-12 touch, the first of many trips out of Mareeba to compete in his selected representative sides. Good luck to all the children from FNQ competing at the Peninsula State Titles - we wish you all the best!

Calanna Pharmacy Legacy to Evolve Calanna Whole Health Pharmacy was established in 1976 by Mario Calanna. From humble beginnings, they have grown to 10 pharmacies across Queensland. Moving forward, the Calanna Pharmacy legacy will transition into the TerryWhite Chemmart Network, a move that will ensure growth and evolution, and continuing positive impact on the communities they serve.

The Calanna family have been dedicated supporters of PakMag for nearly 15 years.

Because of their continued support, we have been able to deliver many events in North Queensland. We are truly grateful for our partnership after so many years, and we wish Mario Calanna all the best with his retirement and fight against cancer.

Lance, Quaide, Taite, Savannah and Amanda

Get Involved!

We’d love to hear from you! Head to www.paktownsville.com.au/community to submit community news or a notice, and also view the full community noticeboard online.

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What’s On FRIDAY 1 JULY Ancient Rome Exhibition Runs until 7 August Australian Armour and Artillery Museum Cairns 7.00pm - 9.00pm / $16.50 $70.00 / G www.ausarmour.com Up Close and Personal Reptile Zoo Runs until 2 July Mount Sheridan Plaza 9.00am - 3.00pm / FREE / G www.mtsheridanplaza.com.au Sihot’e Niogi - When Skirts Become Artworks Partner exhibition running concurrently with The Court House Gallery, runs until 30 July Cairns Museum 10.00am - 4.00pm / FREE $15.00 / G www.cairnsmuseum.org.au Yidinji Word Challenge Runs Mondays to Saturdays until 9 July Cairns Museum 10.00am - 4.00pm / FREE $30.00 / G www.cairnsmuseum.org.au Museum Activity Trails Runs Mondays to Saturdays Cairns Museum 10.00am - 4.00pm / FREE $30.00 / G www.cairnsmuseum.org.au Kids Audio Self-Guided Tour Runs Mondays to Saturdays Cairns Museum 10.00am - 4.00pm / FREE $30.00 / G www.cairnsmuseum.org.au Colouring in Competition Runs Mondays to Saturdays until 9 July Cairns Museum 10.00am - 4.00pm / FREE $30.00 / G www.cairnsmuseum.org.au Under 14 Girls State Basketball Championships Runs until 4 July Early Settlers Stadium 8.00am - 5.00pm / $2.00 $6.00 / G www.cairnsbasketball.com All Abilities Rugby League Brother’s Rugby League 9.15am - 10.15am / FREE / G www.brotherscairns.com.au Maker Space Design Your Library Bag Earlville Library

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10.00am - 11.00am / FREE / PG www.cairns.qld.gov.au LEGO® Mania and Story Writing Manunda Library 2.30pm - 3.30pm / FREE / PG www.cairns.qld.gov.au International Conference BEMAS 2022 Runs until 3 July James Cook University, Nguma-bada campus 9.00am - 5.00pm / $80.00 $280.00 / M www.jcu.edu.au CIAF Fashion Story Runs Tuesdays to Saturdays until 31 July The Court House 10.00am - 4.00pm / FREE / G www.cairns.qld.gov.au SATURDAY 2 JULY Ball Park Music Tanks Art Centre, Tank 5 6.30pm / $60.00 / 18 + www.tanksartscentre.com Winter Wonderland Wake Competition Runs until 3 July Cairns Wake Park $29.00 - $49.00 / G www.cairnswakepark.com Yoga and Mindful Craft Stratford Library 10.00am - 11.00am / FREE / PG www.cairns.qld.gov.au Paddington 2 Starry Night Cinema Cairns Botanic Gardens 10.00am - 11.00am / $10.00 $40.00 / PG Starry Night Cinema German Club Birthday Party German Club Cairns 4.00pm / $10.00 - $1000.00 / PG www.germanclubcairns.com.au SUNDAY 3 JULY Tour of the Tropics Festival Runs until 10 July Various locations 7.00am - 3.00pm / $20.00 $260.00 / G www.tourofthetropics.com.au Cairns Greek Fest Cnr of Kamerunga and Fairweather Rds, Redlynch 10.00am - 4.00pm / FREE / G www.greekorthodoxparish cairns.org

MONDAY 4 JULY STEAM Explorer Station Edmonton Library 12.00am / FREE / 5+ www.cairns.qld.gov.au LEGO® Mania and Story Writing City Library 10.00am - 11.00am / FREE / PG www.cairns.qld.gov.au Sand Installations and Workshops Runs until 8 July Mt Sheridan Plaza 10.00am / 11.00am / 12.00pm / 1.00pm / FREE / PG www.mtsheridanplaza.com.au Pastel Still Life with Sue Schreiber, adults Runs until 25 July Cairns Art Gallery 5.30pm - 7.30pm / $120.00 $140.00 / 16+ www.cairnsartgallery.com.au Woven Sculptural Forms with Pam Kusabs and Marcia Bird Cairns Art Gallery 9.30pm - 12.30pm / $29.00 $35.00 / Ages 10 - 14 www.cairnsartgallery.com.au TUESDAY 5 JULY Junior Keepers Runs until 6 June Wildlife Habitat Port Douglas 9.00am - 12.00pm / $60.00 / Ages 8 - 14 www.wildlifehabitat.com.au Half Moon Bay Golf Club Junior Open Half Moon Bay Golf Club 9.00am - 3.00pm / PG www.halfmoonbaygolf.com.au Natura STEAM Workshop Manunda Library 10.00am - 11.00am / FREE / PG www.cairns.qld.gov.au Maker Space - Design Your Library Bag Gordonvale Library 10.30am - 11.30am / FREE / PG www.cairns.qld.gov.au Story Party Cairns | True Dating Stories Salt House 7.00pm / $44.00 / 18+ www.salthouse.com.au CIAF x NorthSite Exclusive Preview NorthSite Contemporary Arts

6.00pm - 10.00pm / FREE $15.00 / PG www.ciaf.com.au CIAF Fashion Story Runs Tuesdays to Saturdays until 31 July The Court House 10.00am - 4.00pm / FREE / G www.cairns.qld.gov.au NAIDOC Week Cultural Workshop - Get up!

Stand up! Show up!

Runs until 6 July Cairns Museum 10.30am - 11.30am / FREE $6.00 / G www.cairns.qld.gov.au WEDNESDAY 6 JULY CIAF Storytime Runs until 7 July City Library 10.30am - 11.30am / FREE / PG www.ciaf.com.au STEAM Explorer Station Earlville Library 2.30pm - 3.30pm / FREE / 5+ www.cairns.qld.gov.au CIAF Opening Night Party Cairns Convention Centre 6.30pm - 10.30pm / $40.00 / PG www.ciaf.com.au CIAF Symposium Cairns Convention Centre 9.00am - 3.00pm / $30.00 / PG www.ciaf.com.au THURSDAY 7 JULY CIAF Fashion Story Launch The Court House 10.00pm - 12.00pm / FREE / G www.ciaf.com.au STEAM Explorer Station Babinda Library 10.00pm - 12.00pm / FREE / PG www.cairns.qld.gov.au CIAF 2022 Fashion Performance We are Masters of Country Runs until 8 July Tanks Art Centre - Tank 3 1.00pm - 9.45pm / $35.00 $71.00 / 15+ www.ciaf.com.au From Campfire to Stage Light by David Hudson Runs until 16 July Bulmba-ja Arts Centre 6.30pm - 9.00pm / $40.00 $45.00 / PG www.jute.com.au

Maker Space Design Your Library Bag Stratford Library 10.00am - 11.00am / FREE / PG www.cairns.qld.gov.au

Saturday Night Date with a DJ Botanic Gardens Visitor Centre 6.45pm - 9.00pm / $38.00 $100.00 / 18+ www.ecstaticdancecairns.com

Exhibition Opening | FACELESS: Transforming Identity and Dylan Mooney: A Story of My People RSVP essential, book online Cairns Art Gallery 6.00pm - 8.30pm / FREE / PG www.cairnsartgallery.com.au

Glamorous Jazz Dinner Dance Supper Club Cominos House 7.00pm - 10.00pm / $45.00 $180.00 / 18+ www.cominoshouse.com

FRIDAY 8 JULY

Cairns Deadly RAW NAIDOC Fun Run and Walk Cairns Esplanade Pirate Ship Playground 7.00am - 10.00am / FREE / G Cairns Deadly Runners and Walkers

CIAF 2022 Aboriginal Comedy Allstars Tanks Art Centre - Tank 5 10.00pm - 11.30pm / $34.00 $90.00 / 18+ www.ciaf.com.au Artist Talks | FACELESS: Transforming Identity and Dylan Mooney RSVP essential, book online Cairns Art Gallery 11.30am - 12.30pm / FREE / PG www.cairnsartgallery.com.au

SUNDAY 10 JULY

TUESDAY 12 JULY Discover Digital SLR Photography Runs until 2 August Freshwater QCWA Hall 7.00pm - 10.00pm / $395.00 / M Cairns Photo Courses

Blackfulla Book Tour’ Writer’s Talk with Chelsea Watego RSVP essential, book online Cairns Art Gallery 1.30pm - 2.30pm / FREE / PG www.cairnsartgallery.com.au

Artist Connect NorthSite Contemporary Arts 5.30pm - 7.00pm / FREE / G NorthSite Contemporary Arts

Blackfulla Book Tour’ Workshop with Chelsea Watego RSVP essential, book online Cairns Art Gallery 3.00pm - 4.00pm / FREE / PG www.cairnsartgallery.com.au

Cairns Show Check the website for program updates, runs until 15 July Cairns Showgrounds FREE - $63.00 / PG www.cairnsshow.com.au

Tag der Blaubeeren Blueberry Day German Club Cairns 5.00pm / $10.00 - $1000.00 / PG www.germanclubcairns.com.au

Trixie and Katya Live CPAC Theatre 8.00pm - 10.00pm / $95.00 $256.00 / 15+ www.cairns.qld.gov.au/CPAC

FNQ Golf Championships Cairns Golf Club 9.00am $110.00 / PG www.cairnsgolfclub.com.au

FRIDAY 15 JULY

SATURDAY 9 JULY CIAF Music in the Tank Tanks Art Centre - Tank 5 6.00pm - 11.30pm / $44.00 / 15+ www.ciaf.com.au

WEDNESDAY 13 JULY

Kuranda Roots Festival Runs until 17 July Kanjini, Emerald Ck 4.00pm - 9.30pm / $25.00 $199.00 / G www.kurandaroots.com.au Show Show Kirmes German Club Cairns

Please check with individual businesses before visiting during these uncertain times.

5.00pm / $10.00 - $1000.00 / PG www.germanclubcairns.com.au SATURDAY 16 JULY Great Northern Jazz Explosion Tanks Arts Centre - Tank 5 7.30pm - 9.30pm / $20.00 / PG www.tanksartscentre.com PBR Monster Energy Tour Cairns Invitational Cairns Convention Centre 7.00pm / $32.00 - $142.00 / PG www.cairnsconvention.com.au 7 Cairns Marathon Runs until 17 July Esplanade 5.45am / $95.00 - $190.00 / PG www.cairnsmarathon.com.au Muriel’s Wedding at the Botanic Gardens Starry Night Cinema - Cairns Botanic Gardens 10.00am - 11.00am / $10.00 $40.00 / PG Starry Night Cinema SUNDAY 17 JULY Cairns Mr Perfect, Free BBQ Men’s Health BBQ’s Sea Eagle BBQ Area on the Esplanade 10.30am -12.30pm / FREE / PG www.mrperfect.org.au Collins Avenue Long Lunch Botanica, Ozmosis, Guerrilla, NOA, Collins Avenue 12.00pm - 4.30pm / $160.00 / PG Ozmosis MONDAY 18 JULY Morning Melodies - Tenori Beyond The Sea CPAC Theatre 9.00am - 11.00am / $18.00 $20.00 / PG www.cairns.qld.gov.au/CPAC Drawing and Painting with Keelie Nicholls RSVP essential, book online Cairns Art Gallery 3.30pm - 5.00pm / $105.00 $125.00 / Ages 6 - 9 www.cairnsartgallery.com.au

TUESDAY 19 JULY Kate Miller-Heidke | Child In Reverse Tour CPAC Theatre 7.30pm - 9.30pm / $69.00 $249.00 / PG www.cairns.qld.gov.au/CPAC Level 1: Art Skills with Keelie Nicholls Runs until 23 August, book online Cairns Art Gallery 3.45pm - 4.45pm / $80.00 - $95.00 / Ages 4 - 7 www.cairnsartgallery.com.au WEDNESDAY 20 JULY Level 2: Painting and Mixed Media with Amber Grossmann Runs until 24 August, book online Cairns Art Gallery 3.30pm - 5.00pm / $105.00 $125.00 / Ages 8 - 11 www.cairnsartgallery.com.au THURSDAY 21 JULY Salt House Trivia Night supporting COUCH Salt House 6.00pm / $10.00 / M www.salthouse.com.au Level 3: Sculptural Forms with Jim Rea Runs until 24 August, book online Cairns Art Gallery 3.30pm - 5.00pm / $105.00 $125.00 / Ages 11 - 14 www.cairnsartgallery.com.au Meeting of Peace Community Events Group Peace Lutheran College Cairns , Peace Performing Arts Centre 6.30pm - 8.00pm / FREE / PG www.plc.qld.edu.au FRIDAY 22 JULY Robertson Brothers 1960’S Variety TV Show CPAC Theatre 8.00pm - 10.00pm / $65.00 $69.00 / PG www.cairns.qld.gov.au/CPAC Apfelfest German Club Cairns 5.00pm / $10.00 - $1000.00 / PG www.germanclubcairns.com.au

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What’s On FRIDAY 22 JULY Shadows From The Past 1 hour walking tour McLeod St Pioneer Cemetery 6.30pm / 8.00pm / $15.00 $22.00 / PG www.cdfhs.org

With Triple M’s Elliott

Tanks Arts Centre - Tank 4 9.00am - 4.30pm / FREE / PG www.tanksartscentre.com JCU Inspiration on Tap Salt House 6.30pm - 8.00pm / FREE / M www.salthouse.com.au

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THURSDAY 28 JULY

Top Dog Film Festival 2022 CPAC Theatre 2.00pm - 4.00pm / $26.00 $32.50 / PG www.cairns.qld.gov.au/CPAC

Shezza and Leo Get Married – A Big Fat Italian Wedding Runs until 30 July The Benson Hotel 6.00pm / $89.10 / PG www.cairnsitalianfestival.com.au

Gutsy Girls Adventure Film Tour 2022 CPAC Theatre 7.00pm - 10.00pm / $26.00 $32.50 / PG www.cairns.qld.gov.au/CPAC 5-Star Chefs for Charity Gala Banquet Pullman Reef Hotel Casino 5.45pm - 10.00pm / $180.00 $1700.00 / 18+ www.cairns.qld.gov.au Lisa Mitchell Tanks Arts Centre - Tank 5 7.30pm / $40.00 - $45.50 / PG www.tanksartscentre.com Showcasing Young Talent Presbyterian Church, Sheridan Street 2.00pm - 4.00pm / FREE $35.00 / PG www.cairnspc.org.au Coral Coast Carnival Runs until 24 July Barlow Park 6.00am - 6.00pm / FREE / PG www.revolutionise.com.au SUNDAY 24 JULY Sunday Morning Sundance DJ Zoe Sutra Skypark Cairns 9.00am - 11.00am / $38.00 $101.00 / PG www.ecstaticdance.org WEDNESDAY 27 JULY Nautilus Scuba Club Cairns - Underwater Photography Exhibition Weekdays, Runs until 21 August Tanks Arts Centre - Tank 4 9.00am - 4.30pm / FREE / PG www.tanksartscentre.com Art Tales City Library 10.00am - 10.45am / FREE / PG www.cairns.qld.gov.au Leena Malinen Coral Sea Cruising Weekdays, Runs until 21 August 62 July 2022 | www.pakmag.com.au

THE AC/DC STORY CPAC Theatre 8.00pm - 10.50pm / $60.00 $70.00 / PG www.cairns.qld.gov.au/CPAC

Weekends, Runs until 31 July CPAC Theatre 7.00pm / 2.00pm / $80.00 $100.00 / PG www.cairns.qld.gov.au/CPAC The Whitlams Black Stump Band Tanks Arts Centre - Tank 5 7.30pm / $54.20 / 18+ www.tanksartscentre.com SUNDAY 31 JULY La Dolce Vita Cocktails and Ferraris Salt House 2.00pm - 7.00pm / $12.20 / PG www.cairnsitalianfestival.com.au MONDAY 1 AUGUST

Gutless Wonder Tour Daniel Connell Three Wolves 7.30pm / $24.00 / PG www.danielconnell.com.au

Botanical Drawing and Painting with Julie McEnerny Members only, runs until 22 August Cairns Art Gallery 5.30pm - 7.30pm / $130.00 / 16+ www.cairnsartgallery.com.au

FRIDAY 29 JULY

THURSDAY 4 AUGUST

Annie’s Army Long Lunch Fundraiser @ Piccolo Cucina Piccolo Cucina 12.00pm - 4.30pm / $97.00 / PG Annie’s Army

Pete Murray - Before I Go Tour Tanks Arts Centre - Tank 5 7.30pm - 10.00pm / $45.00 / 18+ www.cairns.qld.gov.au

Volksfest in der Schweiz (Swiss National Day 1 August) German Club Cairns 5.00pm / $10.00 - $1000.00 / PG www.germanclubcairns.com.au SATURDAY 30 JULY La Festa - Food and Wine Fogarty Park 11.00am - 10.00pm / FREE $41.00 / G www.cairnsitalianfestival.com.au Relay for Life Far North Queensland Barlow Park 2.00pm - 11.00pm / $15.00 $30.00 / PG www.relayforlife.org.au Nautilus Scuba Club Cairns - Underwater Photography Exhibition Weekends, Runs until 21 August Tanks Arts Centre - Tank 4 10.00am - 2.00pm / FREE / PG www.tanksartscentre.com Leena Malinen Coral Sea Cruising Weekends, Runs until 21 August Tanks Arts Centre - Tank 4 10.00am - 2.00pm / FREE / PG www.tanksartscentre.com The Ten Tenors | The Highway Men Tour

St Monica’s Open Day Book online St Monica’s Catholic College 4.00pm - 6.00pm / FREE / PG www.stmonicas.qld.edu.au FRIDAY 5 AUGUST Carnevale Masquerade Gala Ball Cairns Convention Centre 6.00pm - 12.00am / $197.00 / M www.cairnsitalianfestival.com.au SATURDAY 6 AUGUST Joe Avati 25 LIVE Tour Comedy Runs until 7 August Brothers Leagues Club Cairns 8.00pm - 11.00pm / $55.00 / M www.cairnsitalianfestival.com.au Leaving Jackson CPAC Theatre 7.30pm - 10.00pm / $22.00 $67.00 / PG www.cairns.qld.gov.au/CPAC The Great Pyramid Race Norman Park, Gordonvale 7.00am - 4.00pm / FREE / PG www.pyramidrace.com.au Greta Stanley Album Launch Tanks Arts Centre - Tank 5 7.30pm - 10.00pm / $23.00 $29.00 / 18+ www.tanksartscentre.com

Masterclass: Drawing and Painting with Peter Marsack Runs until 7 August Cairns Art Gallery 9.30am - 4.00pm / $350.00 / 16+ www.cairnsartgallery.com.au SUNDAY 7 AUGUST TGT Mareeba Salami and Sausage Competition Festa Mareeba International Club 10.30am - 5.00pm / $55.00 / G www.cairnsitalianfestival.com.au FRIDAY 26 AUGUST Cairns Festival Turns 60 Exhibition Runs until 3 September (except Wednesday 31 August) The Court House 10.00am - 9.00pm / $55.00 / G www.cairns.qld.gov.au/festival Reef Light Illuminate The Tropics Runs until 4 September Cairns Esplanade & Eastern Events Lawn 6.30pm / FREE / G www.cairns.qld.gov.au/festival City Lights Runs until 4 September City Library, Abbott Street 7.00pm - 11.00pm / FREE / G www.cairns.qld.gov.au/festival SATURDAY 27 AUGUST Grand Parade Cairns Esplanade 5.30pm - 7.30pm / FREE / G www.cairns.qld.gov.au/festival Fireworks Spectacular Cairns Esplanade 7.30pm / FREE / G www.cairns.qld.gov.au/festival MONDAY 29 AUGUST Amy Shark - See U Somewhere Australia Tour Tanks Arts Centre - Tank 5 6.30pm - 7.30pm / $89.00 / 15+ www.tanksartscentre.com WEDNESDAY 31 AUGUST Pastel Still Life with Sue Schreiber Runs until 28 September Cairns Art Gallery 5.30pm - 7.30pm / $120.00 / 16+ www.cairnsartgallery.com.au

Regular Markets Many markets are subject to weather conditions and community guidelines, so please check with market organisers and relevant communities before visiting during these uncertain times.

Rusty’s Markets Every Friday and Saturday 5.00am - 6.00pm Every Sunday 5.00am - 3.00pm 57 - 89 Grafton St, City Palm Cove Markets April - December, excluding September First Sunday of the month 8.00am – 2.00pm Williams Esplanade

Plaza Markets Second Sunday of the month 9.00am - 3.00pm Mount Sheridan Plaza The Ravenshoe Lions Archer Creek Markets Second Sunday of the month 7.00am – 12.00pm Archers Creek Rest Area, Kennedy Highway

The Pier Market Third Sunday of the month 9.00am - 2.00pm The Pier Cairns

Atherton Lions Club Indoor Markets Second Sunday of the Month 7.00am – 12.00pm Merriland Hall

Malanda Markets Third Saturday of the month 7.00am - 12.30pm Malanda Showgrounds

Yungaburra Markets Fourth Saturday of the month 7.30am - 12.30pm Bruce Jones Market Grounds

Mossman Community Markets Every Saturday 7.00am - 1.00pm 3 - 5 Foxton Ave, Mossman

Redlynch Community Twilight Markets Second Friday bimonthly from April - October.

Final Market of the year is Saturday 3rd December From 4.00pm Xavier Herbert Drive Park

Holloways Beach Markets Second Sunday of the month 8.00am - 1.00pm Holloways Beachfront

Please check with individual businesses before visiting during these uncertain times.

Gordonvale Cottage Markets February - December First Saturday of the month 7.00am – 12.00pm Norman Park, Gordonvale Kuranda Original Rainforest Markets Thursday to Monday 9.30am - 3.00pm 7/13 Therwine St Kuranda Heritage Markets Open Thursday to Monday 10.00am - 3.00pm 2 Rob Veivers Dr Tolga Markets First Sunday of the month 7.30am - 12 noon Morrow Park Racecourse

7.30am - 1.30pm Market Park Woree Markets Third Sunday of every month 8.00am – 1.00pm Cannon Park Racecourse Car Park Koah Monthly Markets First Saturday of the Month 8.00am – 12 noon Koah Hall, Koah Road Mareeba Markets Every second and fifth Saturday of the month 7.30am – 12.30pm Centenary Park, Byrnes St

Herberton Markets Third Sunday of the month 7.00am - 12 noon Wondecla Showgrounds

Tumoulin Country Markets January - November Fourth Sunday of the month 8.00am – 12.00pm Tumoulin Railway Station

Night Markets Open every day 5.00pm - 11.00pm 71 - 75 The Esplanade

Babinda Markets Second Saturday of the month 8.00am - 12.00pm Munro street

Port Douglas Markets Every Sunday

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Regular Events MONDAYS Laughing Heart Stand Up Comedy Three Wolves 7.00pm - 9.00pm / $10.00 / MA 15 + Laughing Heart Comedy Yoga with Smile Yoga Stan Moses Hall 5.30pm - 6.30pm / $15.00 / G www.smileyoga.com.au

Beach Volleyball Excluding public holidays Esplanade Volleyball Courts 5.30pm / FREE / G Cairns Active Living Program Zumba Excluding public holidays Fogarty Park 5.30pm / FREE / G Cairns Active Living Program

Seniors Fitness Excluding public holidays Fogarty Park 9.30am / FREE / G Cairns Active Living Program

Hip Hop Afro Dance Excluding public holidays Harald Falge Park 3.30pm / FREE / G www.cairnssaferstreets.com.au

Zumba Excluding public holidays Loridan Drive Park 5.00pm / FREE / G Cairns Active Living Program

Oztag Excluding public holidays Cairns West State School 2.30pm / FREE / G www.cairnssaferstreets.com.au

Power Pilates Excluding public holidays Norman Park, Gordonvale 5.30pm / FREE / G Cairns Active Living Program

Let’s Move Excluding public holidays Stratford Library 4.00pm / FREE / G, Ages 2 - 5 www.cairns.qld.gov.au/library

Basketball Excluding public holidays Shang Park Check online for times / FREE / G www.cairnssaferstreets.com.au

Morning Storytime Excluding public holidays Smithfield Library 10.00am - 10.30am / FREE / Ages 3 - 5 www.cairns.qld.gov.au/library

Morning Storytime Excluding public holidays Manunda Library 10.00am - 10.30am / FREE / Ages 3 - 5 www.cairns.qld.gov.au/library Hockey Fun Zone @ Balaclava Excluding public holidays Balaclava State School 2.45pm - 3.45pm / FREE / G www.cairnssaferstreets.com.au Aussie Footy Excluding public holidays Shang Park 4.00pm / FREE / G www.cairnssaferstreets.com.au Baby Rhyme Time Excluding public holidays Earlville Library 10.00am - 10.30am / FREE / Ages 0 - 2 www.cairns.qld.gov.au/library Guided tour of the Gardens Mon - Friday Excluding public holidays Friends House in the Flecker Garden 10.00am - 11.00am / FREE / G www.cairns.qld.gov.au TUESDAYS Power Pilates Excluding public holidays Vasey Esplanade 9.00am / FREE / G Cairns Active Living Program Qigong for Body, Mind & Spirit Excluding public holidays Zhangiang Friendship Garden 4.30pm / FREE / G Cairns Active Living Program 66 July 2022 | www.pakmag.com.au

Morning Storytime Excluding public holidays Stratford Library 10.00am - 10.30am / FREE / Ages 3 - 5 www.cairns.qld.gov.au/library Dancing Storytime Excluding public holidays Earlville Library 4.00pm / FREE / Ages 3 - 5 www.cairns.qld.gov.au/library Baby Rhyme Time Excluding public holidays Earlville Library 10.00am - 10.30am / FREE / Ages 0 - 2 www.cairns.qld.gov.au/library STEAM Storytime Excluding public holidays Smithfield Library 10.00am - 10.30am / FREE / Ages 3 - 5 www.cairns.qld.gov.au/library Cairns Carer Support Group Second Tuesdays of the month Coast Roast Cairns Central 1.30pm - 3.30pm / FREE E carer support@arafmi-portal. bearded.site WEDNESDAYS Aqua Zumba Excluding public holidays Esplanade Lagoon 5.30pm / FREE / G Cairns Active Living Program Bouldering Excluding public holidays Esplanade Bouldering Park

5.00pm / FREE / G Cairns Active Living Program Resistance Training Excluding public holidays Harald Falge Park 7.30am / FREE / G Cairns Active Living Program Vera Flow Excluding public holidays Ravizza Park 5.00pm / FREE / G Cairns Active Living Program Morning Storytime Excluding public holidays City Library 10.00am - 10.30am / FREE / Ages 3 - 5 www.cairns.qld.gov.au/library Baby Rhyme Time Excluding public holidays Manunda Library 10.00am - 10.30am / FREE / Ages 0 - 2 www.cairns.qld.gov.au/library Multi Sports @ Manoora Excluding public holidays 118 Murray St, Manoora 4.00pm / FREE / G www.cairnssaferstreets.com.au Karate Kids @ Cairns West Excluding public holidays Cairns West State School 2.45pm - 3.45pm / FREE / G www.cairnssaferstreets.com.au THURSDAYS Zumba Excluding public holidays Coastwatcher Park 5.30pm / FREE / G Cairns Active Living Program Pilates Excluding public holidays Fogarty Park 6.30am / FREE / G Cairns Active Living Program Storytime Excluding public holidays Earlville Library 10.00am - 10.30am / FREE / Ages 3 - 5 www.cairns.qld.gov.au/library Baby Rhyme Time Excluding public holidays City Library 10.00am - 10.30am / FREE / Ages 0 - 2 www.cairns.qld.gov.au/library Baby Rhyme Time Excluding public holidays Stratford Library 10.00am - 10.30am / FREE / Ages 0 - 2 www.cairns.qld.gov.au/library Baby Rhyme Time Excluding public holidays Smithfield Library 10.00am - 10.30am / FREE / Ages 0 - 2 www.cairns.qld.gov.au/library

Hockey Fun Zone Excluding public holidays Cairns West State School 2.45pm - 3.45pm / FREE / G www.cairnssaferstreets.com.au Street Soccer Excluding public holidays Harald Falge Park Check online for times / FREE / G www.cairnssaferstreets.com.au FRIDAYS Dance Cardio Excluding public holidays Vasey Esplanade 9.00am / FREE / G Cairns Active Living Program Zumba Excluding public holidays Ravizza Park 5.30pm / FREE / G Cairns Active Living Program Red Rover Excluding public holidays Murray St Park 4.00pm / FREE / G www.cairnssaferstreets.com.au Tennis Hot Shots Excluding public holidays Cairns West State School Get in touch for session times www.cairnssaferstreets.com.au Baby Rhyme Time Excluding public holidays Smithfield Library 10.00am - 10.30am / FREE / Ages 0-2 www.cairns.qld.gov.au/library Next Chapter Bookclub Excluding public holidays Earlville Library 10.30am - 11.30am / FREE / G www.cairns.qld.gov.au SATURDAYS Tropik Nutrition Fitclub Excluding public holidays Harald Falge Park 6.30am / FREE / G Cairns Active Living Program Sahaja Meditation Excluding public holidays Western Events Lawn, Esplanade 7.30am / FREE / G Cairns Active Living Program Aqua Zumba Excluding public holidays Esplanade Lagoon 9.00am / FREE / G Cairns Active Living Program SUNDAYS Edor Excluding public holidays Shang Park 5.00pm - 6.00pm / FREE / G www.cairnssaferstreets.com.au Talk Read Play and Sing Excluding public holidays City Library 9.30am - 11.30am / FREE / Ages 0 - 5 www.cairns.qld.gov.au/library

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