PakMag Cairns - August 2018 Issue 134

ISSUE: AUG 2018

134

CAIRNS

SPOTLIGHT ON SPECIAL NEEDS FAMILIES

EXPOSING KIDS TO CULTURE

STUDYING AFTER BABY

CAIRNS FESTIVAL GUIDE

FATHER’S DAY PRIZES

TWIN TELEPATHY

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CONTENTS 6 Entertainment: Check It Out 9 The Thing Is:

With Bree James 10 Feature: Spotlight on

Special Needs 13 Exposing Kids to Culture 17 Importance of Reading,

Writing and Communication 19 Principal’s Pen 23 The PakMag Experts 27 Which Maternity Hospital

is Right for You? 29 Bump, Bub and Beyond:

Twin Communication 33 What’s On Guide 35 Mini Mag 37 Cairns Festival Guide 47 Spoil Dad This Father’s Day 51 Is Your Child Experiencing

Learning Problems?

55 Health 56 AFL Snapped 58 Home with Caro

and Kingi: Daring Décor 61 Home Helpers 62 Celebrate: Around

The World Party 65 Thinking of a New Career?

67 Studying After Baby 68 Business 71 Sensory Recipes 73 Why Should Children

Swim From an Early Age? 74 Father’s Day Prizes

Grand Publishing Founder and Editor-in-Chief Bree James

Welcome to the August edition of PakMag! Firstly, I just want to say a big THANK YOU to everyone who came to visit the PakMag Parents Hub at the Cairns Show last month. We love to get out into the community so we can meet all of you in person, so thank you if you came to use our Parents Room, had your face painted thanks to Catholic Education, did activities with Goodstart or chatted with any of our staff, ambassadors or partners!

This month is all about special needs as we shine a spotlight on local families who deal with challenges in their everyday lives. Head to page 10 to meet the families that we interviewed this month.

Did you know August is Cairns Multicultural Month? Here at PakMag, we’re all about educated children (and parents) and when it comes to life lessons, it doesn’t get much better than learning about culture. Check out our “Exposing Kids to Culture” Feature on page 13 and discover the ways that you and your children can embrace the world around you!

Next month is Father’s Day, so now’s the time to get thinking about how your little ones are going to spoil him. On page 47 we’ve broken down the best gift ideas that can be found locally, and head to page 74 to try your luck with our Father’s Day giveaways.

Until next time, have a fabulous month, and don’t forget to tell them you read it in PakMag.

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Entertainment

CHECK IT OUT 3rd Cairns Flowboarders Competition When: Saturday, 4th August, 10.00am to 1.30pm Where: Tobruk Memorial Pool More Info: tobrukmemorialpool.com.au If you love flowboarding, this is the event for you.

The event consists of under 18 and over 18 competitions, but even if you can’t flowboard you’re welcome to spectate or give it a try!

Catholic Education Week When: Wednesday, 1 to Saturday, 4 August Where: Catholic Schools Throughout Cairns More Info: catholiceducationweek.com.au Catholic Education Week is an opportunity for all Catholic schools to celebrate and promote their distinctive mission and ethos. With events taking place at all schools in the diocese, there is a real sense of community in the air during this amazing week. Check with your local school for details of events.

St Francis Xavier School Open Afternoon Tea When: Friday, 17 August, 3.30pm to 6.00pm Where: St Francis Xavier School More Info: xaviercairns.qld.edu.au, eventbrite.com.au Join the team at St Francis Xavier to find out all you need to know about enrolling your little one. FREE afternoon tea and loads of entertainment provided for the children like pony rides, face painting and more! Register via the Facebook event. You must register to attend.

Cairns Festival When: Friday, 24 August to Sunday, 2 September Where: Various Locations More Info: cairnsfest.com.au The Cairns Festival celebrates our creative community and unique sense of place. The festival aims to engage with the community and to seek greater regional and national recognition of our cultural identity in the Far North.

The theme for the 2018 Grand Parade (on 25 August) is Kaleidoscope.

The Grand Parade is one of Cairns’ most loved community events, a full day of free entertainment for the entire family.

Visit website for full program or see our centre fold for your Cairns Festival Pullout Guide.

Trinity Anglican School - Open Days When: Saturday, 25 August, 9.00am to 12.00pm at TAS Kewarra Beach When: Wednesday, 29 August, 9.00am to 11.00am at TAS White Rock More Info: tas.qld.edu.au Come along and check out all that TAS has to offer as they open their doors for two days! Visit the kindy and prep classes at Kewarra Beach or the junior school in White Rock.

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C&K Open Week When: Monday, 6th August to Friday, 10th August, 9.00am - 11.00am daily Where: C&K Kindergartens More Info: candk.asn.au Join in with a kindy class and see what your local C&K Kindergarten is all about. Experience the fun, inviting, and nurturing environment where children come first.

Bringing Up Great Kids When: Tuesday, 7, 14, 21, and 28 August, 5.30pm to 8.00pm Where: Hambledon House, 177 Bruce Highway, Edmonton More Info: 0414 480 934 A reflective parenting program developed by the Australian Childhood Foundation that aims to promote positive, respectful parent-child relationships. This is for parents only (no children to attend).

Free Program - All material, tea/coffee and a light supper provided. Bookings are essential.

SAVE THE DATE Carnival on Collins When: Sunday, 2 September, 9.00am to 3.00pm Where: Collins Avenue More Info: cairns.qld.gov.au This annual Father’s Day tradition is not one to miss. The day will feature over 175 stalls, rides, children’s wonderland and three exciting stages with entertainment throughout the day.

The carnival is all about celebrating Cairns and the wonderful region we get to enjoy every day.

The Thing Is

The Thing Is...

STORY Bree James

Procrastination is a beautiful thing. Usually I am pretty good at getting stuff done. I have my to do lists, I have my goals, I have my WHY to motivate me. But sometimes I am more stubborn than the stains on my kids’ clothes and more distracted than a two-year-old who’s eaten a packet of smarties, and I just don’t get things done. Shock horror.

The thing is… We all suffer from procrastination at times. Please tell me you do?!

For me, sometimes I procrastinate because it’s something I don’t want to do.

Other times it’s because I’m wanting the project to be perfect so I put it off until the inspiration hits me and I am in “The Zone”.

And other times, I procrastinate because, well, there is something better to do. Like who wants to vacuum inside their car when you know the kids will destroy it within 48 hours? That said, if you have a heap of work to do on a computer, say an assignment or some work, your car simply must be cleaned to within an inch of its life so that it’s cleaner than the day you bought it…

I’ve cleaned my entire house to get out of doing work I was meant to be doing. Hell, I’ve done everything but write this one piece of content this month because I was waiting for inspiration to hit me. But it didn’t.

long. My kids are brilliant procrastinators too. I’ve never seen two humans do everything but clean their playroom when you sit them in there to do it. Five hours later, it’s messier than it was when they first began.

My husband is the same, 10 years later and he still hasn’t finished painting our house.

It’s an epidemic!

So how do we fix it? Well, I procrastinated some more and did a Google search. Four hours and many cat videos later, I came across Tim Urban who did a Ted Talk about procrastination. Do yourself a favour and Google it, it’s hilarious and sums up procrastination perfectly.

Sometimes, procrastination is our friend. It’s that little voice inside our heart that wants us to wait and it’s a good thing we did. But sometimes procrastinating gives us an extra surprise we didn’t want. Think of it like procrastinating to take out the bin in our very hot summer… you’re going to get some nasty extras that you didn’t want and a big wiggly mess to clean up and still have to do the job anyways.

So if you’re procrastinating right now - go do it.

But first, Google that Tim Urban video and tell us what you think.

I’ve looked around as I thought, “Is it just me who is a brilliant procrastinator?” But my research didn’t take

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Feature

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SPOTLIGHT ON SPECIAL NEEDS

At PakMag, we love to shine the spotlight on local families with a story to tell. With our August edition focusing on special needs families, we asked some of our readers to tell their stories and offer advice to other parents in similar situations. Raising children with special needs is no mean feat, yet the experiences endured teaches wonderful lessons. These families show that it’s possible to live an amazing life despite the struggles, and that a positive outlook and attitude can make a world of difference.

George Weston George is three-years-old and lives with his mother, Natalie and father, Dan. They are expecting the arrival of a little brother in November. George was born with a rare condition called Moebius Syndrome, characterised by facial paralysis and talipes (club foot). In addition to this, George was also born with paralysed vocal chords and this required a tracheostomy at two months old. However, all of this considered, he is a happy little boy and able to pull a wicked little crooked grin.

The first three years for George have been a bumpy road. Eating and drinking hasn't come easily for him

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and he is still struggling with maintaining a healthy weight for his age. George is unable to speak but communicates with his hands using Auslan as his primary mode of output. The complex nature of George's talipes has also impacted the movement of his legs, but he walked unaided for the first time just prior to his third birthday!

All of these things have required significant medical interventions, meaning frequent visits to hospitals and health professionals. This requires a great deal of effort from George’s parents in planning and organising appointments and medical supplies as well as undertaking the constant homework prescribed by speech, physio and occupational therapists.

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The family anxiously awaits the arrival of their new bub, unsure of whether they will have another child with special needs. “I am reassured in knowing that my partner and I have the emotional, familial, spiritual and intellectual capacity to deal with whatever challenges life might throw at us,” George’s mum said. “We just want them to live the fullest life they possibly can and to feel the acceptance of society around them.”

Merliah and Aspen Merliah (5) and Aspen (10 months) come from a happy family of 5, living with their mother Caitlin, her partner (and Aspen’s father) Rowan, and sister Layla (3).

The family has faced numerous difficulties. Merliah is Autistic, while Aspen has a life limiting congenital heart defect called Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome (HLHS), meaning he only has half a heart, together with other cardiac issues.

When Merliah was three-years-old and nonverbal, mum Caitlin got her assessed, and it was confirmed that she is in fact on the Autism spectrum (ASD).

Aspen was diagnosed with HLHS at 24 weeks gestation, and it became clear he would need at least 3 open heart surgeries in order to make his heart functional.

The family relocated to Brisbane for 6 months to give Aspen the best chance of survival by getting treatment at the Lady Cilento Children’s Hospital.

This time proved to be difficult for Caitlin’s two girls.

“Merliah with her ASD didn't understand why I couldn't be with her all of the time. She developed severe anxiety and had major meltdowns daily. Layla started having angry outbursts and withdrew into herself, and my relationship with my partner was hanging on by a thread,” she told us. “After we finally got Aspen out of hospital and brought him home for the first time, we were able to start fixing family relationships.”

Caitlin encourages other parents of children with special needs to seek second opinions and take care of themselves. “You are your child's biggest advocate and self-care is essential for being able to care for them,” she said. “Sometimes venting is what allows us to face our challenges.”

Milan Five-year-old Milan lives in Tolga with his mother, Marie, father, John and siblings Dayna and Zayde.

Milan’s parents own an avocado and potato farm and a hairdressing salon in Atherton. They thoroughly enjoy the country life.

Three days after birth, Milan was diagnosed with Down Syndrome. Within the first year of life, he had cataract and cardiac surgery. Along with these operations came appointments with physiotherapists, occupational therapists and speech pathologists. It’s needless to say Milan and his family have had a fair few hospital stays for varying reasons, but the ride hasn’t been all bad.

It’s been a huge journey so far and the family has been through a lot, but they have met many beautiful and helpful people along the way.

One of the biggest struggles was early on in Milan’s life, where the family had to drop everything and travel to Brisbane for his operations. “It can put a fair bit of strain on your family at times but you just have to push through and get on with it,” Milan’s mum said. “Sometimes, the things we can’t change end up changing us.”

When we asked Milan’s mother to share a piece of advice for other parents of special needs, she said not to judge someone based on their diagnosis. “When you judge someone based on their diagnosis you miss out on their ability, beauty, and uniqueness.”

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Celebrating Culture

Exposing Kids to Culture With the number of languages being spoken at home exceeding 400, it’s no surprise that Australia is a very diverse country. Children are naturally curious, and begin to notice different races, ethnicities, and languages from as young as six months of age. With so many cultures making up our beautiful country, where do you even start in terms of introducing your children to them?

Cultural diversity is defined as people who identify with particular groups based on their place of birth, ethnicity, beliefs, or country of origin. Introducing kids to different countries and cultures from a young age and explaining the way things work in different parts of the world can help them better understand and celebrate different cultures and people, and any similarities that may be shared.

Exposing your kids to different cultures may sound tricky, but it can be worked into your daily routine by incorporating simple and fun activities that you can do together.

•• Reading stories together – Reading together with your children has a huge range of benefits and helps with the development of literacy and language skills.

Pick a book with a topic about a culture different to your own.

•• World map – If you don’t already have a map of the world, now’s the time to buy one and hang it on the wall! Use it to explore the countries together with your child. Explain to them what the climate is like there, what people eat there, and what animals live there – your little ones will have many questions and this map will help put the world and its cultures into perspective.

•• Cook authentic recipes – Teriyaki chicken, beef tacos and butter chicken curry are just a few authentic recipes that are both easy to prepare and loved by kids. As a plus for you, you can find easy-to-prepare simmer sauces and seasonings for many of these recipes in most supermarkets.

•• Learn cultural etiquettes – This one is more suitable for older children. Cultural etiquettes are interesting to learn even if you don’t plan to travel to the country in question, and it may take you by surprise how different table manners or gestures can be in other cultures.

•• Money – If you’ve done some travelling in the past yourself and collected foreign money over the years, invite your kids to count or play with it. Don’t have any foreign money? Play-money works, too.

•• Observe holidays – Many countries and cultures observe different holidays than Australia. Why not do a little bit of research and discover the holidays celebrated in other countries?

•• Learn the language – Of course, you don’t have to learn the entire language, but learning simple phrases like “I love you” in another language can be educational and fun to learn.

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Celebrating Culture

Discovering Culture in Cairns Cairns Multicultural Month 1 to 26 August marks Cairns Multicultural Month, which provides an opportunity for the community to build and promote appreciation and acceptance for the diverse cultures of the Cairns region. The month is put in place to strengthen meaningful and respectful connections within the community, and aims to educate in a creative, informative, and fun way.

This year, Multicultural Month will celebrate a new theme every week, “Move”, “Connect”, “Speak”, and “Grow,” each aiming to educate and spread awareness of the different cultures that together make up the city of Cairns.

Tjapukai tjapukai.com.au Discover a rich history of the world’s oldest living culture at Tjapukai. It is one of the most authentic Aboriginal tours available in Australia, and ideal for locals as well as tourists. Enjoy performance, food, art, and get involved with some of the activities yourself.

There are various packages available including bush and medicines presentations, digeridoo shows, boomerang and spear throwing, weaving, making traditional jewellery, and the Tjapukai Aboriginal Dance Performance. The experience is fun and family friendly as well as educational. Check out our PakMag review on YouTube.

CARMA Multicultural Festival carma.org.au This event takes place on 18 August at Fogarty Park, featuring cultural dance groups, traditional food stalls, arts and crafts, painting stalls, children’s games, and prizes to be won.

The event is free, child-friendly and an ideal way to discover the cultures of the world in a fun way, with family entertainment being provided all day long.

Orchid Plaza orchidplaza.com.au Located in the heart of the Cairns CBD, Orchid Plaza is filled with small stores and casual food options perfect for introducing your children to various cultures such as Chinese, Vietnamese, Japanese, Korean, Thai, and Indian. You’ll find plenty of food options including many kid-friendly ones like curry, pho, sushi, Vietnamese spring rolls, and other delicious cuisines.

While you’re here, why not pop into one of the gift shops or Maruyu, Cairns’ only Japanese convenience store?

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Cairns Chinese Friendship Garden cairnschinesefriendshipgarden.com.au Located within the Cairns Botanic Gardens, The Cairns Chinese Friendship Garden features tranquil freshwater and saltwater lakes as well as walkways and several viewing platforms. The garden is a celebration of the sister city relationship between Cairns and Zhanjiang, a city in the southern part of Mainland China.

While the garden is a symbol of Chinese history and culture, it is also an excellent attraction and leisurely walk in Cairns.

Out for dinner Cairns has a huge range of restaurants offering cuisines from all around the world. Why not step out of your comfort zone and try something new? Popular options around Cairns include Chinese, Japanese, Thai, Vietnamese, Korean, Indian, Mexican, Indonesian, French, Italian, German, and Swedish options, as well as many more.

If your kids are picky or reluctant to try something new, start off with dishes that are kid-friendly, such as ramen, spring rolls, quesadillas, or spaghetti, to name a few.

Cairns has a number of multicultural organisations and clubs to bring people together and celebrate their culture.

CARMA – Cairns and Region Multicultural Association carma.org.au Australia Japan Society ajsfnq.org.au Cairns & District Chinese Association cadcai.org Cairns Indonesian-Australian Association Inc. Cairns Indonesian-Australian Association Inc. Cairns Indian Association Cairns Indian Association FNQ African Community Association FNQ African Community Association German Club Cairns germanclubcairns.com.au Russian Speakers Association Cairns Russian Speakers in Cairns Next time you’re not sure what to cook, read, or where to take the family this weekend – consider exploring a different culture and opening the minds of your kids to the many wonderful and diverse communities of the world!

Education

The importance of developing reading, writing and communication skills STORY Mary Kershaw, Head of Junior School, Trinity Anglican School, Kewarra Beach Campus Learning and developing reading, writing and communication skills is essential as it plays such an important role in almost all of your child’s everyday life activities.

An indelible blueprint for a child’s long-term learning success is formed in their early years, from birth to age five. This is why it is so important, that during this stage, we encourage pre-literacy skills, such as developing oral language, the awareness of sounds, as well as knowledge of the alphabet and an understanding of print concepts as these early behaviours and skills are associated with later successful reading, writing and communication skills.

Although knowing letters and sounds is important, oral language skills are perhaps the most significant factor affecting a child’s reading, writing and communication skills. Oral language is the foundation for literacy development and is strongly tied to each child’s growth in reading and writing. Research shows that by about five years of age, most children have learnt 5000 words.

However, these words are not acquired through passive listening alone. Rather, language is supported through verbal interactions and experiences with others inside a rich oral language framework.

siblings, family pet or teddy. Provide your child with a variety of reading material, take them to bookshops and visit the library together.

•• Talk about letters and sounds - Draw attention to your child’s written name. Write their name on things and help your child make words on the refrigerator door with magnetic letters.

•• Play games in the car – Use the numbers and letters on number plates or play word games such as “I Spy with My Little Eye”. Talk about environmental print such as signs and street names.

•• Provide your child with a special place to write and a variety of writing implements and paper - Always respond positively to the message in your child’s writing rather than focussing on letter formations and spelling. Use a family message board and encourage your child to make cards for special occasions.

•• Make personalised books with your child Try scrapbooking or keeping a family diary with photos or other images they have selected or try recording your child’s stories on your phone and then turn them into a book.

Here are some simple ways you can help your child to develop their reading, writing and communication skills:

•• Encourage discussion - At mealtimes encourage your child to talk about their experiences and share stories with the family about their day.

•• Read with your child - Talk with them about the story and the pictures but make it clear that the meaning is derived from the text. Read books that feature rhyme and repetition and let your child read to you, their

Children will further develop their reading, writing and communication skills in their Early Learning phase of their primary school experience where they are immersed in a language and print-rich environment.

As part of the Cairns Tropical Writer Festival, all children and their parents are invited to a very special reading event.

“Adventures in Reading” with Aleesah Darlison and her wonderful collection of picture books takes place on Saturday, 11th August, from 9.00am to 11.30am at Hilton, Cairns. For more information head to cairnstropicalwritersfestival.com

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Principal’s Pen

PRINCIPAL’S PEN Good Counsel Primary School, Innisfail Liam Kenny Good Counsel Primary School has, over many decades, served the Innisfail Community in the education of students with particular learning needs. We aim to deliver inclusive education that provides a safe school learning environment for students with Special Needs.

We put a focus on assessing the needs of the individual child to provide the necessary initiatives to support their needs, as well as developing the knowledge and skills of the school staff to provide specialist support.

We currently have 11 students enrolled with a verified disability who actively engage in learning and receive targeted support and intervention. Our Diverse Learners Team case-manage each student’s Personalised Learning Plan to ensure each student is accessing and engaged in the curriculum and is supported to achieve their goals.

St Rita’s SCHOOL, SOUTH JOHNSTONE Greg Hoare Many parents of children with special needs will attest to the fact that one of the best things that people can do is to not treat their children differently to anyone else. Most would love other parents to encourage their own children to say, “Hi” and play. Many would ask that no prejudgements of abilities were assumed. And I think it’s safe to say that all would be saddened if their child was discriminated against, bullied or segregated because of their disabilities.

During the month of August, Good Counsel Primary will be a hive of activity, with Catholic Education Week, Under 8's Day and other special events which will mean excitement for both the community and the students. Visit our Facebook page to follow our busy bees this month!

It’s why at St Rita’s South Johnstone, we take an integrated approach when we welcome children with special needs. We’re proud of the balance our school has between integration and individualised support. All our children are taught in the same classrooms, but some may have a Personalised Learning Plan or additional support. All students are encouraged to form friendships, not taking any differences into consideration, other than when they need to understand how they can support their friend.

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St Anthony’s School, Dimbulah Kath Porter As an ex-Reading Recovering teacher, Special Needs teacher and Learning Support teacher, creating environments in which children with special needs can not only learn, but thrive, is something which is very close to my heart. It’s one of the reasons I love doing my job.

At St Anthony’s, each teacher has time and understands the specific needs of every student, and they make sure that they are well-supported in the classroom. But more than that, ensuring all students are included and supported by their peers, regardless of differences, is paramount to us. On the playground, I’m proud to say that our wonderfully close-knit school community means laughter and play is experience by all.

I have always known that one of the benefits of being in a small school (of only 38 students) is the genuine love and compassion each member has for the other. And seeing this in action really brings this home. At the beginning of the year we welcomed to our school a new family from South Africa and learning English was a challenge but with the love and support of our small community school our new students have blossomed and are now having the time of their lives. principal.dimbulah@cns.catholic.edu.au sta.qld.edu.au

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Principal’s Pen

PRINCIPAL’S PEN St Clare’s School, Tully Narelle Harney I spoke to Bree (PakMag’s founder) recently and she asked me how our school caters for children with special needs. It made me smile as I reflected on how proud I am of our school’s excellence in this area.

As a school, we have a strong understanding of the importance of diverse learning and we make sure we consider the individual student’s needs when it comes to learning. This not only focusses on how we can support our students with Special Needs, it also includes nurturing those who are considered ‘Gifted and Talented’.

It’s something we consider from the very beginning of our journey with the student. During enrolment, we get to know the student, the family, their needs and how we, as a school, can create the best learning environment for them.

It also warms my heart to know that compassion and acceptance are not something we have to teach our students. The family feel to our school means that students accept and look after one another, regardless of their abilities.

Mackillop Catholic College, Mount Peter Luke Reed I think we already know intuitively what the experts analyse, research and quantify; that is, kids learn best when they feel safe and secure in their environment. We also know that kids are learning from the moment they take their first breath, and even before.

At MacKillop we have a vision for learning and wellbeing for children and young people that supports them from birth to early adulthood.

MacKillop long daycare and kindergarten is now under construction, ready for opening in January 2019. And the final touches are being put on the planning for the first stage of secondary schooling, commencing with Year 7 in 2020.

Effectively, this creates an environment of learning and care for children from birth through to school-age within the long daycare and kindy centre; from Prep to Year 6 in our primary sector; then in Secondary from Year 7 (in 2020) through to finishing school in Year 12. Our initial Year 12 group will graduate in 2025.

That’s why we have created our MacKillop community with family-like relationships, deep commitment to learning, outreach in compassion and service, and an honouring of the spiritual.

Exciting News! Our school community is preparing for our three days of celebration for our 90th anniversary on September 14, 15 and 16. We invite the community, past staff and students to join us. Head to our 90th Anniversary Facebook page for more information.

Students like sisters and brothers, members of staff like Aunties and Uncles, and perhaps even a principal like a grandfather.

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What a great community to which to belong – come journey with us!

Expert Advice

THE PAKMAG EXPERTS COLLIER LAWYERS

CAIRNS VET

Dear Nardine, I don’t really have a lot of assets.

Do I need to get a will? Aren’t they just for people who are wealthy?

I’m looking for a vet for my new dog. What should I be looking for?

You might not have much now, but what if you won lotto! Or, more realistically, by the time you are ready to leave this world, hopefully you will have assets that you would like to see given to the people you leave behind. It really doesn’t matter what you have now, because your will refers to your ‘estate’ which is everything you own as at the date of your death.

Congratulations on your new family member!

Choosing a vet for your pet is a big decision to make.

You need to look for a clinic that not only meets your pet’s needs but caters for your needs too. Most people choose their nearest vet and whilst location is an important consideration, driving a few extra kilometres may be worth it to get the best care for your pet.

Everyone over the age of 18 should have a will. It’s not just for the wealthy. If you die without a will, no matter how valuable your estate, there will be uncertainty.

Your loved ones will have to worry about someone being appointed as the Administrator of the estate – who will that be? When you have a will, the person who looks after the estate is chosen beforehand (hopefully with their consent!). Without a will, the intestacy rules set out who gets what, so your estate may not be divided as you would want.

Facilities, veterinary expertise and the services offered do vary between clinics. For example, some clinics may have extensive diagnostic equipment which can result in faster diagnosis and treatment for your pet. Some clinics may be available 24/7, whilst others may be open for just a short time. So, it’s important to choose the option that works best for you and your pet.

So whether you have $10,000 worth of assets or a couple more zeros, it’s a good thing to have a will.

Please see my full letter and vlog at pakmag.com.au for further details on how you should choose your new vet.

Ask your friends, relatives and local rescues who they recommend and then research each clinic whilst considering your own and your pet’s needs.

DR ELIZABETH JACKSON Dear Dr Liz, I have noticed when I laugh and sneeze I have started to leak a little urine, is there anything I can do?

Urinary incontinence is a common issue for women, particularly in the years after childbirth. It is often due to a combination of issues. First of all, bladder habits can really influence continence. It is important to not hold on too long, but also, to not develop a bladder habit of “just in case” voiding. Addressing bladder stimulants like tea, coffee, soft drink and excess water intake can improve continence. A dedicated course in pelvic floor exercises with a pelvic floor physiotherapist is also able to improve the majority of stress urinary incontinence. Sometimes, surgery with a urologist or gynaecologist is required. Websites such as continence.org.au provide good information and resources.

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Expert Advice

THE PAKMAG EXPERTS PROACTIVE PHYSIO

SUNBIRD ORTHODONTICS

Dear Marilla, I had a baby six months ago and I’m experiencing incontinence. Can physiotherapy help?

Dr Bobby, have you got any teething tips for my toddler?

Yes! But first we need to establish that you do not have a urinary tract infection. A sudden onset of urinary incontinence, painful or burning wees, feeling unwell and/or having a temperature require a doctor’s appointment straight away.

Leakage of urine when you cough, sneeze or lift your baby/toddler indicates your pelvic floor muscles are not helping to keep your urethra closed. Leakage when you are rushing to the toilet might mean your bladder is not behaving - it is not storing your wee properly.

Physiotherapists with advanced training in pelvic health issues can assess and treat incontinence of urine and faeces. Once we have worked out what is wrong, we prescribe strategies and exercises for the pelvic floor muscles, to improve your continence.

Leakage of any amount is not normal, contrary to some things you may have seen on TV, and it doesn’t get better on its own.

Teething is the term given to the time when a baby’s first teeth start to come through, and often coincides with onset of symptoms such as pain and discomfort from baby’s mouth, and general unease.

Generally speaking, the simple remedies such as teething rings, cool face cloths and cool water work best, providing quick relief to sore gum pads.

Medicinal remedies such as topical anaesthetics should only be used under the recommendation of a dental or medical professional, as they generally are not recommended in young babies.

Painkillers should also be used with caution, and any preparation containing aspirin should be avoided in children. Typically, parents will use paracetamolcontaining medicines when there are symptoms of high temperature - something usually unrelated to teething, and more likely to be co-incidental.

Although amber necklaces look cute on babies, there is actually no real evidence to suggest they have any effect on teething symptoms, and they may even represent a choking hazard.

TALK TIME SPEECH AND LANGUAGE PATHOLOGY Dear Teagan, my one year old hasn’t said any words yet – should I be concerned?

Yay! You’ve made it through the first year. This is an exciting time when children are learning so many new skills, and this often leaves parents wondering if their child is on the right track. While many children are using a couple of words consistently, many aren’t. It’s important that they are trying, and showing interest in talking, songs and sounds. They should at least be babbling lots and using pointing and sounds to let you know what’s on their mind.

Your little one can probably recognise greetings such as ‘hi’ and ‘bye’ and may wave to join in. It’s really important that they are combining these skills with eye contact, as it’s such a key component in communicating, rather than just playing with sounds.

If your child doesn’t seem interested when you are talking with them, not attempting to communicate with you, not showing a lot of eye contact to communicate, isn’t responding to their name or understanding really simple instructions (‘get your ball’), it’s worth having a chat with us to check they’re on track and get some tips to help your little one out.

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Bump, Bub and Beyond

Twin Communication: Close bond or telepathy?

STORY Claire Butler, Member of Far North Queensland Multiple Birth Association There are many fascinating stories out there about twins who ‘telepathically’ communicate with one another. One twin feels pain when the other is hurt, one senses when there is something wrong with the other or one twin experiences the symptoms of their twin’s medical condition.

These sorts of stories are very intriguing, but are they a result of twins growing up together and doing everything together or do twins really have a psychic connection or ability to communicate telepathically?

Dr Nancy L. Segal is a prominent twin researcher, who, in her book, Twin Mythconceptions: False Beliefs, Fables, and Facts about Twins, says that situations like this are simply a result of the strong bond between twins. She says when twins are raised separately but have similar interests and tastes in clothing, their similarities reflect the genetic component of personality and interests.

My identical twin daughters are almost four, and they often verbalise what the other twin is feeling. When one of my daughters was screaming and upset the other day and couldn’t explain the problem, her twin sister explained what she was screaming about and how I could fix it. I’m not sure if that is a result of twin telepathy or from spending almost every waking (and sleeping) hour together for the last four years, but it is really interesting to see.

A friend of mine who has three-year-old twin daughters said her girls are always on the same wavelength and in their own little world together. She says they often share private jokes and she can’t understand what they find so amusing. Another twin mum with fraternal girl/ boy twins says that while her two-year olds’ speech is still obviously developing, they definitely talk to each other in their own little language, and if one is hurting or crying, the other is concerned.

There is no doubt that most twins do have a special bond, they have someone by their side from the moment they are born (and even in the womb) and share experiences every day throughout their life.

Social Before Birth, an article in Scientific American, explains that researchers have found that twins are aware of their counterparts in the womb from 14 weeks and that they prefer to interact with them and respond to them in special ways. The research also suggests that contact between the twins in the womb appeared to be planned and not accidental.

I do know that when we go to the Far North QLD Multiple Birth Association playgroup, all the kids play together, but most of the twins stay in their pairs, or they always keep a close eye on their twin’s whereabouts.

The Far North QLD Multiple Birth Association is a non-profit volunteer-run organisation based in Cairns for parents and carers of twins, triplets or higher order multiples (quads, etc.); a club that is a great source of support and also a lot of fun. For more information, visit fnqmba.org.au

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Bump, Bub and Beyond

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The Love to Dream Swaddle UP™ Hip Harness Swaddle is suitable for babies at the swaddling stage and Swaddle UP™ 50/50 Hip Harness Swaddle is perfect for infants moving to arms free sleep with removable wings to assist with the transition.

Combined with the brand’s award-winning and patented ARMS UP™ design, the Hip Harness Swaddles are approved as HipWise by Healthy Hips Australia, with a wider fit at the bottom so it can be worn over a Pavlik Harness, Denis Browne Bar or Rhino Brace.

Dreambaby® Newport Adapta Gate® bigw.com.au RRP $99.95 This diverse three-panelled gate can be configured easily in a number of different ways so it’s perfect for childproofing awkward spaces around the home. Designed to block of openings from 85.5cm up to 2.1m, it's especially handy if you want to create a landing area at the top and bottom of stairs.

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Bump, Bub and Beyond

Do you know the benefits of breastfeeding?

Benefits of early hearing loss detectioN

STORY Kalisha Fitsch

Newborn hearing screening programs are so important. These screening tests can identify babies who may be experiencing a mild degree of hearing loss through to severe loss. For babies who have a hearing loss of about 40dB or more in both ears, according to Aussie Deaf Kids, research shows that they can benefit from wearing hearing aids consistently early in life. It is important for their speech and language development to have these aids fitted by six months of age.

So many people are unaware of the benefits of breastfeeding. It’s something World Breastfeeding Week, being held this year from 1 to 7 August, is trying to change. This week aims to highlight the huge benefits for a baby’s health and welfare that breastfeeding brings plus the benefits to a mother’s health as well.

So, what are some of these benefits of breastfeeding?

•• Bonding – The skin-to-skin contact you have with your baby while breastfeeding is vital for bonding early on in life.

•• It’s healthy – Breastfeeding can protect your baby against all sorts of diseases, including infections, asthma, diabetes, eczema, SIDS, heart disease, celiac disease, and much more.

•• It’s free – It costs nothing to feed your baby, unless you express, in which case you’ll need some equipment for cleaning and preparation.

•• It’s good for mum too – Breastfeeding can help lower mum’s risk of developing cancer, osteoporosis, and more.

•• Convenience – No bottles and teats required; you’re always ready to go!

STORY Kate Moloney

If your child does wear a hearing aid or you know a child that does then make sure you let them know about this wonderful Far North Queensland local, Emilie Moore, who is adding some flair to kids hearing aid accessories.

Emilie’s Trendy Ear range are made from fun prints and designs. The headbands are completely compatible with Bone Conduction Hearing Aids, and the Pilot Caps have mesh and lace on the sides, perfect for our hot and humid weather and the sound can clearly travel through to the hearing aid. Emilie’s Trendy Ears accessories are available at her online store, Here We Sew Again at herewesewagain.com.au For your chance to win your choice of either a Bone Conduction Band (RRP $12.95) or a Pilot Cap (RRP $17.95) visit pakmag.com.au

•• Natural Healer - Breast milk adapts if your baby is sick to act like a natural medicine.

While World Breastfeeding Week is about raising awareness of the benefits of breast milk, it is also about acknowledging that the demands on busy mothers these days means that not all mothers have the support they need to continue breastfeeding or feel that breastfeeding is an accessible option for them.

If you are in the above situation, know that you are not alone, help and support is available to you. Visit your GP, preferred ObGyn or call the Australian Breastfeeding Association Helpline on 1800 MUM 2 MUM.

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WHAT’S ON AUG AUG WEDNESDAY 1 AUGUST Queensland Multicultural Month Various Locations Runs all month

College Fete - St Andrews St Andrews Catholic College Redlynch Valley standrewscc.qld.edu.au 4.00pm / Free / Family

The Phony Awards Twilight Show Cairns Choral Society cairnschoralsociety.com.au 5.00pm / $34.65 / Family

The Very Hungry Caterpillar Show Tanks Arts Centre tanksartscentre.com 10.00am / $17.85 / Ages 0 - 5

Bungalow featuring Mike Rivett Tanks Arts Centre tanksartscentre.com 6.30pm / $26.25 Adult / Family

Tropical Superfoods Workshop Organic Motion Kuranda organicmotion.com.au 9.00am / $187 / Adults

Catholic Education Week Runs until 4 August Various Locations catholiceducationweek.com.au Check Website

SATURDAY 4 AUGUST

Trivia Night Fundraiser for Emma's Quest Salt House 1EmmasQuest 5.30pm / $15.00 / Adult

The QBank FNQ Emergency Services Charity Ball Cairns Esplanade trybooking.com 5.30pm / $180 / Adults

Ever Widening Circles Visual Arts Botanic Gardens Visitor Centre tanksartscentre.com 9.00am / Free / Family

Tour of the Tropics - Tour De Fork Runs until 5 August Various Locations Cairns on a Fork Check Website / Free / Family

Ross Noble - El Hablador Cairns Convention Centre cairns.qld.gov.au/ticketlink 6.30pm / $51.90 / 15+

Gallery Kids Art School: Level 2 Cairns Art Gallery cairnsartgallery.com.au Check Website

3rd Cairns Flowboarders Competition Tobruk Memorial Pool FlowCairns 10.00am / $10 / Family

THURSDAY 2 AUGUST

SUNDAY 5 AUGUST

History Tours of the Tanks and Botanic Gardens Precinct Cairns Botanic Gardens cairnsbotanicgardens.com.au 10.00am / Free / Family

Cairns Fowlers Junior Carnival Cairns Netball Association cairnsnetball.net.au 8.00am / $80 per team / Family

FRIDAY 3 AUGUST Cairns Food Truck and Beach Carnivale Runs until 5 August Cairns Esplanade beachcarnivale.com.au 4.00pm / Free / Family

Southern Cycle Isabella State School cairns.qld.gov.au 7.50am / Free / Family Ride With The Capuccino Ladies - Beginner Cycling Workshop Glenoma Park, Brinsmead trybooking.com/WFPC 1.00pm / Check Website / Adults

SATURDAY 4 AUGUST Cairns Cup Carnival Cannon Park Racecourse cairnsjockeyclub.com.au 11.00am / $260 / Adults MONDAY 6 AUGUST 18th International Handbell Symposium Runs until 11 August Cairns Convention Centre internationalhandbells.org Check Website Edmonton Community Kindergarten Open Week Runs Until 10 August Edmonton Community Kindergarten Edmonton Community Kindergarten 9.00am / Free / Family TUESDAY 7 AUGUST Gallery Kids Art School: Level 1 Runs until 11 September Cairns Art Gallery cairnsartgallery.com.au 3.45pm / $70 per term / Ages 5 - 7 Bringing Up Great Kids Runs until 28 August Hambledon House, 177 Bruce Highway, Edmonton 0414 480 934 5.30pm / Free / Parents

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THURSDAY 9 AUGUST Northern Beaches Cycle Community Bike Ride Palm Cove Jetty cairns.qld.gov.au 7.50am / Free / Family FRIDAY 10 AUGUST Cairns Tropical Writers Festival Runs until 12 August Hilton on the Waterfront cairnstropicalwritersfestival.com.au 9.00am / Cost / Adults British Invasion - A Tribute to David Bowie, Elton John and Rod Stewart Brothers League Club brotherscairns.com.au 8.00pm / $49.90 / 18+ SATURDAY 11 AUGUST The Australian Ballet: Coppélia Munro Martin Parklands australianballet.com.au 10.30am / Cost / Family Neighbourhood Watch Woree Community Markets Woree State High School nhw.woree.markets@gmail.com 8.00am / Free / Family Indonesian Cultural Festival Cairns Esplanade cairns.qld.gov.au 11.00am / Free / Family Adam Harvey Brothers League Club brotherscairns.com.au 8.00pm / $32 Adult / Family SUNDAY 12 AUGUST Cairns Swap Meet Car, Bike and Truck Show Cairns Showgrounds Cairns Swap Meet, Car, Bike & Truck Show 6.00am / Family

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WHAT’S ON AUG AUG CQUniversity Open Day CQUniversity Cairns cqu.edu.au 9.00am / Free / Youth+ Behana Trail Guided Walk Behana Gorge Carpark cairns.qld.gov.au 7.50am / Free / Family The Phony Awards Twilight Show Cairns Choral Society cairnschoralsociety.com.au 5.00pm / $34.65 / Family MONDAY 13 AUGUST Muddy Puddle Walk Runs until 19 August Various Locations muddypuddlewalk.com.au Check Website Morning Melodies: Just a Couple of Song and Dance Men Cairns Choral Society ticketlink.com.au 10.00am & 1.30pm / $20 / Adult TUESDAY 14 AUGUST Which Way Home - Theatre Tanks Arts Centre tanksartscentre.com 1.30pm & 7.30pm / Cost / Family Canva for Business 101 theSPACE Cairns thespacecairns.com 6.00pm / $30 / Adults WEDNESDAY 15 AUGUST PechaKucha Night Volume 24 Tanks Arts Centre tanksartscentre.com 7.30pm / $7 / Youth+ THURSDAY 16 AUGUST Cattana Wetlands Guided Walk Cattana Wetlands cairns.qld.gov.au 7.50am / Free / Family

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FRIDAY 17 AUGUST CraftAlive Cairns Runs until 19 August Cairns Showgrounds craftalive.com.au 9.00am / $15 / Family CBWC Business and Bubbles Rydges Esplanade cbwc.org.au 5.30pm / $40 Members / Adults St Francis Xavier's School Open Afternoon Tea St Francis Xavier's School xaviercairns.qld.edu.au 3.30pm / Free / Family Nautilus Aviation Ronald McDonald House Charity Gala The Surf Club Palm Cove Ronald McDonald Family Retreat Palm Cove 7.00pm / $99 / Adults SATURDAY 18 AUGUST CARMA Multicultural Festival Runs until 19 August Fogarty Park carma.org.au 10.00am / Free / Family Gilbert & Sullivan's Ruddigore or the Witch's Curse!

Munro Martin Parklands ticketlink.com.au 7.00pm / $37 Adult / Family Afro-Cuban and Salsa with Christina Tanks Arts Centre tanksartscentre.com 2.00pm / $25ph / Adult Starry Night Cinema: Moulin Rouge Cairns Botanic Gardens Starry Night Cinema 7.00pm / $15 Adult / Family

CBCA Book Week Runs until 24 August Various Locations qld.cbca.org.au Check Website Ruddigore, or the Witch's Curse!

Munro Martin Parklands ticketlink.com.au 7.00pm / $37 Adult / Family Cairns Battlefield Challenge and KiddyHawk Mud Run Runs until 19 August Cannon Park Racecourse operationblackhawk.com 8.30am / $60 / Family 2018 Great Pyramid Race Alley Park Gordonvale pyramidrace.com.au 7.00am / Free / Family TUESDAY 21 AUGUST Grandparents Story Time Smithfield Library cairns.qld.gov.au 10.30am / Free / Family WEDNESDAY 22 AUGUST Games and Quiz Morning Earlville Library cairns.qld.gov.au 10.30am / Free / Family FRIDAY 24 AUGUST Cairns Festival Runs until 2 September Various Locations cairns.qld.gov.au Cairns CBD Wartime Walk Cairns CBD cairns.qld.gov.au 9.00am / $5 / Family SATURDAY 25 AUGUST Diesel-30 Year Thang Solo Tour The Edge Hill Tavern oztix.com.au 8.00pm / $39.80 / 18+

With Triple M’s Mark

Cairns Festival: Grand Parade Various Locations cairns.qld.gov.au/festival 5.00pm / Free / Family Trinity Anglican School Open Day TAS Kewarra Beach Campus tas.qld.edu.au 9.00am / Free / Family SUNDAY 26 AUGUST Cairns Ride Walk or Roll Muddy's Playground cairnsridewalkroll.com.au 6.00am / Free / Family Family Fun Day BCC Cinemas Earlville and Event Cinemas Smithfield BCC Cinemas Earlville 9.00am / Free / Family JCU Cairns Open Day James Cook University jcu.edu.au/openday 11.00am / Free / Youth+ WEDNESDAY 29 AUGUST The Simon & Garfunkel Story Cairns Convention Centre cairnsconvention.com.au 6.30pm / Cost / Family Trinity Anglican School Open Day TAS White Rock Campus tas.qld.edu.au 9.00am / Free / Family THURSDAY 30 AUGUST Humans by Circa Runs until 31 August Tanks Arts Centre tanksartscentre.com 8.00pm / $36.75 Adult / Family FRIDAY 31 AUGUST Targa Great Barrier Reef Runs until 2 September Various Locations cairns.qld.com.au Check Website

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A COPY OF 'LOVABLE LOTTIE AND THE LOST TOY'

BY ASIA UPWARD

For your chance to WIN, complete and mail to:

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Win a copy of Lovable Lottie and The Lost Toy by Asia Upward - RRP $19.99 - newhollandpublishers.com - This picture book is perfect for children developing their language or learning to read, as it is both interactive and encourages a level of concentration and an eyesight test as well. The book shows Lottie in beautiful settings with her 'lost' toy somewhere in the scene. Search for the red and white stripped monkey with a little 'Eye Spy' meets Competition closes 31/08/2018 36 'Where's AugustWally' 2018 theme. | pakmag.com.au

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A COPY OF 'NEXT DOOR'S DOG HAS A JOB'

BY GINA DAWSON

For your chance to WIN, complete and mail to: PakMag Colour In August 2018 PO Box 7433, Cairns QLD 4870 Win a copy of Next Door's Dog Has A Job - RRP $16.99 newhollandpublishers.com - The story follows a boy named Tom as he learns more about the difference between his dog Pepper and his neighbour Kate's special service dog, Bailey. This book provides age appropriate information for children, including: how disabilities can be diverse and invisible, how assistance dogs come in many shapes and sizes, how they help people in a variety of ways, and that there is an appropriate code of behavior around a working assistance dog. Competition closes 31/08/2018.

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A 'BRAIN TEASERS' ACTIVITY BOOK

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For your chance to WIN, complete and mail to: PakMag Colour In August 2018 PO Box 7433, Cairns QLD 4870 Win a Brain Teasers Activity Book - RRP $14.99 lonelyplanet.com/kids - Packed with number and logic puzzles, riddles, dingbats, codes and much more, Brain Teasers is a fun and challenging travel-themed activity book perfect for road trips, vacations and rainy days, and provides a great test for both kids and adults. Competition closes 31/08/2018

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WHAT’S ON AUG AUG FRIDAY 31 AUGUST Energy 2018 Runs until 30 September Tanks Arts Centre tanksartscentre.com 9.00am / Free / Family SAVE THE DATE SATURDAY 1 SEPTEMBER Cairns Bonsai Society – Monthly Meeting Stratford Library Meeting Room Cairns Bonsai Society 12.30pm / Free / Family

cairns.qld.gov.au/festival 9.00am / Free / Family SUNDAY 16 SEPTEMBER St Therese’s School Mega Cent Sale St Therese’s School sttheresesevent@gmail.com 11.00am / $5 Adult $2 Child / Family SATURDAY 6 OCTOBER

Anniversary Exhibition Runs until 28 October Cairns Botanical Gardens Visitors Centre Cairns Bonsai Society 9.00am / Free / Family SATURDAY 3 NOVEMBER

SUNDAY 2 SEPTEMBER Carnival on Collins Collins Avenue

Saturday 27 October Cairns Bonsai Society 25th

Orientation Day for Year 7 2019 Students Good Counsel College, Innisfail gcc.qld.edu.au/enrol Check Website

REGULAR MARKETS

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

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

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

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

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

Cairns Bonsai Society – Christmas Party Stratford Library Meeting Room Cairns Bonsai Society 12.30pm / Free / Family

Cairns Bonsai Society – Monthly Meeting Stratford Library Meeting Room Cairns Bonsai Society 12.30pm / Free / Family

Cairns Bonsai Society – Monthly Meeting Stratford Library Meeting Room Cairns Bonsai Society 12.30pm / $2 Members / Family

Esplanade Markets Date: Every Saturday Time: From 8.00am - 4.00pm Location: Lagoon, Cairns

SATURDAY 1 DECEMBER

THURSDAY 22 NOVEMBER

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

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

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

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

Tanks Art Centre Markets Date: Last Sunday of the month (Apr to Nov excluding Aug) Time: From 9.00am - 2.00pm Location: Tanks Art Centre, Collins Avenue, Edge Hill Tolga Markets Date: 1st Sunday of the month Time: 7.00am - 12 noon Location: Morrow Park Racecourse Yungaburra Markets Date: 4th Saturday of the month Time: From 7.30am - 12.30pm Location: Bruce Jones Park Gordonvale Cottage Markets Date: 1st Saturday of the month Time: 7.30am - 12 noon Location: Norman Park, Gordonvale

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REGULAR EVENTS CAIRNS INDOOR SPORTS In2soccer Days: Mondays (During school term) Time/Cost: 4.30pm, rego: $15, term from $65. (6+ years) Days: Wednesdays (During school term) Time/Cost: 4.30pm, from $65 (10 wks) (3 - 6 years) Milo In2cricket Days: Fridays (During school term) Time/Cost: 4.30pm, from $45 INFLATABLE KINGDOM Days: Everyday Times: 9.00am - 12.00pm Tiny Tots during school term.

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

Location: Cairns Indoor Sports, 164 Mayers St, Manunda LIBRARIES

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

Hartbeeps Toddlers Parents and toddlers aged 1 - 5 years.

Bookings required.

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

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

No bookings required.

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

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

Baby Rhyme Times Location: Earlville Library Days: 1st Tuesday of the month Times: 10.30am - 11.00am

EDMONTON SCOUT HALL

Location: Smithfield Library Days: 2nd Thursday of the month Times: 10.30am - 11.00am Location: Stratford Library Days: 3rd Thursday of the month Times: 10.30am - 11.00am Location: Manunda Library Days: 4th Tuesday of the month Times: 10.30am - 11.00am

Storytime Location: Edmonton Library Days: 1st Thursday of the month Times: 10.30am - 11.30am

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

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

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

Bookings required

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

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

Bookings required

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

Messy Play Parents and Toddlers aged 1 - 5 years.

Bookings required

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

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

Bookings required.

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Fun, Free Outdoor Group Fitness Days: Mondays and Wednesdays Time: 5.30pm Location: Edmonton Scout Hall Edmonton Club Scouts Days: Thursdays (Ages 8 -10) Days: Tuesdays (Ages 10 -15) Time: 6.30pm - 8.30pm Location: Edmonton Scout Hall FREE FITNESS ON THE ESPLANADE Active Living Fitness Playground Days: Mondays Time: 5.30pm - 6.30pm Location: Aqua Café by the Lagoon Active Living Pilates Days: Tuesdays Time: 6.30am - 7.30am Location: Lagoon Deck Active Living Beach Volleyball Days: Tuesdays Time: 5.30pm - 6.30pm Location: Volleyball courts

Active Living Aqua Zumba Days: Wednesdays Time: 5.30pm - 6.30pm Location: The Lagoon Active Living Boxfit Days: Thursdays Time: 6.30am - 7.30am Location: Fogarty Park Sahaja Yoga Meditation Days: Saturdays Time: 7.30am - 8.30am Location: Western Event Lawn Active Living H.I.I.T Days: Saturdays Time: 8.00am - 9.00am Location: Aqua Café by the Lagoon Active Living Aqua Aerobics Days: Saturdays Time: 9.00am - 10.00am Location: Cairns Esplanade Lagoon PARADISE PALMS Drive 50 A Family friendly golf event with every hole 50m Days: Every Sunday Time: 3.00pm Location: Paradise Palms, Kewarra Beach CHOI KWANG-DO MARTIAL ART CENTRE

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Spoil Dad This Father’s Day On Father’s Day, Australia takes a moment to show our dads just how much we love and appreciate them and everything that they do to raise the incredible kids the world knows today. But just how do you show your appreciation for such an incredible and important person in your life?

With Father’s Day on Sunday, 2 September, now is the perfect time to start thinking about gifts.

Shopping for Dad The Source Bulk Foods This locally owned shop on Lake Street is perfect to find unexpected treats for dad. From delicious chocolate covered strawberries and on-tap kombucha to unique gifts and fire tonic (to give dad daily strength and vitality!), there’s bound to be something he’ll love.

Cairns Night Markets Have a wander around the iconic Cairns Night Markets and you never know what might catch your eye; from handcrafted glass-blown ornaments to relaxing massages, the Night Markets are full of surprises, and have something for everyone.

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You’ll find many hidden gems within the stores lining Oceana Walk. Take a stroll and pop into the various quirky gift stores, including LP Records (give dad a taste of nostalgia), Dare Waxing & Tanning (yes, they do men too!) and Earth Toys (who have items for both adults and children).

A satisfying lunch at a good café is hard to beat on Father’s Day. Treating dad to a meal at Jamaica Blue (located outside Target in Cairns Central) gives him the option of café classics such as a beef pie or crepes, as well as something a little different like the delicious zucchini, bacon and feta fritters.

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For a hearty and filling meal in a relaxed setting, Cairns Colonial Club is the way to go for lunch or dinner. Dad can enjoy a succulent steak straight from the grill, a classic chicken parmigiana, or choose from a selection of local seafood dishes. With a large variety of dishes and kids’ meals available, the Father’s Day meal is sorted.

If the interior of the home looks like it’s ready for a change, a trip to Koru Homewares may be in place.

Treat dad to some furniture to customise his own space, whether it be the bedroom, study, or “Man Cave”.

Mariner’s Bistro With a range of classic and unique dishes on the menu and the food served with a smile, you won’t walk out of this child-friendly local eatery feeling disappointed or hungry. Mariner’s Bistro is located at the Portsmith Club.

Get Dad’s Health in Check Calanna Whole Health Pharmacy A MyDNA test from Calanna Whole Health Pharmacy could teach Dad a whole lot about himself, his body, and how food and exercise affect his health. It’s a great option whether your dad is into fitness and healthy eating or not – knowing about our bodies is something we all should know, and we’re sure dad will love it!

ProActive Physiotherapy If your dad is struggling issues like back pain, sports injuries or headaches, ProActive Physiotherapy can change dad’s life for the better. The team can even offer a range of equipment and exercises to keep the pain at bay. So, if dad has been struggling with pain, and he hasn’t sorted it out yet, book him an appointment!

FNQ Podiatry and Orthotics With feet being the primary mode of transport, it’s not uncommon to experience pain. If dad experiences pain in the feet or legs that impact everyday life, a biomechanical assessment from FNQ Podiatry and Orthotics might just be what he needs.

Edible Treats Cakes Annietime A celebration isn’t complete without a sweet treat to indulge. Whether you’re after a full cake complete with decorative fondant or a few cupcakes, Cakes Annietime has it all, including vegan and gluten free options too!

DIY Organic Motion If dad is passionate about growing his own food and watching his garden thrive, a garden package from Organic Motion is the ideal gift. These unique packages can be customised to include the veggies he’d like to grow.

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Have a Day Out Cairns Festival From 25 August to 2 September, Cairns Festival lights up the region with vibrant colours all around, and it’s the perfect opportunity to get out as a family.

Enjoy family entertainment every day before the grand finale, Carnival on Collins, which takes place on Father’s Day. Cairns Art Gallery For a dad interested in art, a visit to Cairns Art Gallery won’t disappoint. With various changing exhibitions and a variety of art classes available, it’s bound to be a fun day out. The Gallery Shop also stocks a great range of gifts that dad is sure to love.

Tobruk Memorial Pool If a dip in the pool with the family sounds like the ideal day out for dad, a trip to Tobruk Memorial Pool is the way to go. Make a day of it and take your own picnic or purchase drinks and snacks from Swell Café. With their Olympic-sized swimming pool, toddler wading pool, and epic flow rider, there’s no way anyone will be bored.

Paradise Palms A day spent on an 18-hole golf course followed by a refreshing swim or a scrumptious meal sounds like bliss for many dads out there. The golf vouchers available at Paradise Palms have got Father’s Day sorted. Or, if dad’s not into golf, you could even go for lunch and the kids can play in the pool or on the playground whilst

A Trip Away Cairns Colonial Club, Manunda Treat dad to a tropical getaway at the beautiful Cairns Colonial Club. This way, dad can spend the weekend relaxing in the sun, strolling among the trees or playing in the pool with the kids. Sometimes a little getaway is needed to refresh the mind! If you’ve not been, you must check it out – on 11 acres, you won’t even feel like you’re in Cairns!

King Reef Resort, Kurrimine Beach Imagine waking up in the morning and being just metres away from the beach. This is made into a reality at King Reef Resort on Kurrimine Beach, offering various beachfront accommodation options along with an amazing restaurant, family bikes, and a fantastic waterslide.

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Is your child experiencing learning problems?

STORY Sandra Barclay, Education Officer - Disability, Cairns Catholic Education

“Education is not preparation for life; education is life itself.” - John Dewey.

Do you think your child has a learning difficulty or a learning disability? Have you noticed milestones not being met at the same rate as their peers or perhaps your child’s teacher or other family members have voiced concern?

The terms ‘learning difficulty’ and ‘learning disability’ are used to describe unexpected and persistent learning problems. The overarching term ‘learning difficulties’ includes all children struggling to develop skills in literacy and/or numeracy and children with a learning disability. To clarify the difference between the two terms, children with learning difficulties underachieve for a variety of reasons while children with a learning disability generally have an impairment in one or more cognitive processes.

There are many reasons children may have a learning difficulty including behavioural, psychological or emotional issues, having English as a second language or dialect, high absenteeism, gaps in learning or inadequate instruction. Prior to seeking professional help for a child’s learning difficulties, take time to reflect if any of these factors may be impacting on your child’s learning. Your insight will help professionals support your child’s learning. While we know what causes most learning difficulties, we do not fully understand the exact cause of learning disabilities.

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The defining features of a learning disability are that it continues to exist, despite appropriate instruction and intervention and often the child may have a family member with learning difficulties. Children with a learning disability do not respond to evidence-based targeted intervention in an expected way. A learning disability has nothing to do with a child’s intelligence, is inherent to the child and is lifelong. We do not fully understand what causes learning disabilities and many famous people including Richard Branson, Jamie Oliver, Daniel Radcliffe and Keira Knightley have a learning disability. The rights of children with learning disabilities are protected by the Disability Discrimination Act (1992) and the Australian Disability Standards for Education (2005). Should you think your child has a learning disability contact your child’s school or GP for further information.

If your child has a learning disability, remember they are a unique and wonderful individual who has much to offer the world. Maintain high expectations and optimism to build your child’s resilience and confidence. Be careful with the language you use and say, “It takes my child a little longer to learn than other children” rather than saying “My child has a learning disability.” Focusing on your child’s strengths and gifts means your child is more likely to experience success and build a positive image of themselves as both a learner and a member of the school community.

Children with learning disabilities have the potential to succeed just like their friends.

Parents of children with learning disabilities need to be advocates for their children and develop a skill set to negotiate a world of specialists. Along the way, remember you are your child’s first teacher. Appreciate your natural authority as you are in the best position to see the child in their entirety and must live with the long-term consequences. Believe in yourself as an advocate and strive to work collaboratively with professionals and remember your views matter as much as a specialist opinion.

Consultation and collaboration with your child’s school are vital to achieving positive outcomes. When meeting with professionals remember to: •• Keep the meeting focused on your child and their needs.

•• Be sure of the purpose of the meeting and who will be at the meeting.

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•• Speak positively and commend the school on strengths and successes, highlight what is working well.

•• Have a plan as to what outcomes you would like from the meeting.

•• Take notes and keep a record of the outcomes you have agreed to.

•• If you don’t understand technical terms or professional jargon, ask for clarification.

•• Don’t be afraid to bring a support person to the meeting.

A healthy relationship between parents and teachers is essential for successful inclusion of children with learning disabilities, and good communication maintains a working relationship with your child’s school. It is important to share information about your child with his or her teachers to enable them to develop personalised learning plans. It is important to negotiate times and ways to communicate that work for both parties and to understand that your child is one of many children requiring support.

Children with learning disabilities require appropriate evidence-based intervention to ensure they can achieve at levels close to their academic potential. Parents can gain a greater understanding of what is happening at school by being involved in their child’s education by providing practical help and getting involved in the school community. It is often through involvement in school events and being involved in parent groups that lifelong friendships for children and families are made.

If you have an issue with your child’s school, raise it without blame or criticism. Remember to pick your battles and where possible support the teacher and the school.

Most importantly remember to nurture yourself as it is easy to get caught up in the hustle and bustle of daily life and forget to look after yourself. Make some time to take part in activities that fill you with joy, use support networks, and maintain a healthy lifestyle to ensure you have the energy to support yourself and your child.

Looking after your emotional strength is important and a little like the airline safety announcement, “Remember to ensure your mask is attached before attaching the child’s.” With academic and emotional support your child can achieve to their potential, build resilience and develop strategies for successful independence beyond the schoolyard.

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HEALTH Anti-anxiety jewellery Understanding Autism Anxiety in children is an issue that many parents are at a loss as to how to handle, or even identify in the first place.

Australian jewellery company, Jellystone Designs recognised that certain sensory techniques were being used to alleviate this issue and set about finding a way that they could help too. They developed a line of necklaces, bracelets and pencil toppers which not only look super stylish, they also help with childhood anxiety too.

What’s more, silicone jewellery is being recommended

by Occupational Therapists for children with sensory processing demands and special needs.

Founder of Jellystone Designs, Claire Behrmann said, “We are committed to enhancing the ways babies and children learn through sensory exploration. We’ve seen such an increased demand for our pendants and from children with sensory needs and strive to create funky products that all kids can love wearing.

“Jellystone Juniors jewellery is free from BPA, Phthalates and PVC. The range has a fabulous soft-feeling and texture. Jellystone Juniors is our ‘kids’ of silicone jewellery range. Designed for kids three years plus.”

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STORY Autism Queensland Autism, or Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a lifelong disability which affects individuals in different ways. From mild to severe cases, difficulties with communication and social interaction, repetitive behaviours and obsessive compulsions are common symptoms.

Identifying Autism by 18 months can make a huge difference to a child’s ability to live the best life they can in the future. And choosing a service which has all the support your child needs for their condition can really help them in the long run.

Consider these factors when thinking about a care provider for your child: •• Early Childhood Intervention. Does the provider support young children to develop the skills necessary for successful participation in home and community life and successful transition into the next stage of their education?

•• Individual Therapy. Does the provider offer speech and language pathology, occupational therapy, psychology for children, adolescents and adults? This could include assessment and intervention for meal time challenges, anxiety, toileting, social skills, daily living skills, motor and play skills, sensory processing and much more.

•• Group programs. For school-aged children and adolescents, some providers offer shorter programs run during term times and school holidays to help with anxiety, social skills, behaviour and communication skills.

•• School Advisory Visits and Specialist Programs.

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Autism Queensland is a great place to start. Find them at autismqld.com.au or call the Cairns branch on 4034 6600.

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DARING DéCor Daring DéCOR With the Block’s Caro and Kingi Sometimes in life, we have to think outside the box and make a daring statement. After all, your own home should be a place where you can express yourself fully, and you should feel encouraged to take a dive with your decorative choices. Make a bold statement by incorporating dark colours and neon lights into your décor. This will introduce a "city lights" vibe to your home, transforming your living space into a modern and unique environment.

Neon for Days A neon sign can make a fantastic focus piece to your living room. Whether you opt for a motivational phrase or a stylish image, neon lighting can add a magical vibe and a beautiful glow to your home.

Paired with black curtains, you can create the dramatic effect of the light’s glow even when the sun is high in the sky. Wondering if you can create a DIY neon light? Getting crafty with a colourful rope light can look just as amazing – and you can make it look however you’d like.

Bold Statements Dark furniture paired with bright colours throughout the room makes for a dramatic but trendy effect

that never goes out of style. Opting for black furniture, plant pots, and picture frames is a classic choice, yet versatile when it comes to styling. Pair these with several brightly coloured decorations and you’ll achieve a look that’s both modern and youthful, yet creative and unique all at once.

Daring Decorations Add some shine to your humble abode through the addition of steel cups and fluorescent reusable straws; these elements will shine beautifully in the reflection of the vibrant neon lighting and therefore distribute the colours throughout the room. Adding a few plants of varying sizes adds a gentle touch to the room, and that splash of green here and there will really pull the look together and “liven” everything up.

While some of these ideas may seem a bit out of the ordinary, when executed in the right way, they can turn your regular living room into a bright, Vegasinspired space. Be inspired to take a risk with your style, and you’ll be surprised at the stunning results that can come from it.

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MEET JO AND JACE FROM Cairns A/C AND Refrigeration Jo and Jace, owners of Cairns A/C and Refrigeration, live in Cairns with their three children, Maya (17), Grace (14), and Jai (11). They are an active family who love the outdoors and being involved in the community, with Jo and her daughters being patrolling members of the Ellis Beach Surf Life Saving Club.

Jo and Jace have over 25 years industry experience across all facets of Domestic, Commercial, Industrial and Marine refrigeration and air conditioning. The business has an Unlimited Design Licence, allowing them to design, install and service all sizes in refrigeration and air conditioning. “This gives our customers peace of mind as they deal with the one person from design concept to turn key finish,” Jo said.

Jo and Jace believe in the importance of thinking ahead and being innovative, which ensures their customers receive the latest energy saving technologies.

The family has lived in Cairns for 5 years and absolutely love it. “The people, the weather and the environment make Cairns the perfect place to live,” Jo told us. Their goal is to increase their business presence, both in the domestic and commercial market, through education and awareness of their services to customers. “we give our customers the latest energy saving technologies and are committed to the sustainability of our environment.”

MEET JACK FROM Greenfield energy Jack and his partner, Lisa, design and supply solar systems for the residents and business in the Cairns region. Lisa is also a high school teacher and assists with the marketing and website for Greenfield Energy.

They recently welcomed the arrival of their first child, Louis, in June.

Greenfield Energy educates in the benefits of installing a solar system in a clear, simplified, and friendly way to avoid confusion. They build longterm relationships with customers by monitoring their systems after the installation and liaising with them regularly.

Jack had been working in the Australian solar industry for many years and built up a wealth of experience when he had the idea to start Greenfield Energy. “I had found areas of best practice as well as areas for improvement,” he told us. “This gave me my vision of the qualities a solar business should have and I have put this passion and experience into Greenfield Energy.”

The family has lived in Cairns for seven years and loves it. “I originally came to Cairns for a 10-day visit, and what initially struck me was how friendly everyone was!” Jack said. “It has such a nice community feel. On top of this, it is undoubtedly one of the most beautiful spots in the world. It’s going to be a great place to bring up my children.”

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AROUND THE WORLD PARTY! PARTY Soar to the skies with a travel-themed party! Who doesn’t love to travel, and who knew you could see the world from your own home? It’s time to pack your bags and grab your passport, because your expedition to the peak of party perfection is about to begin!

Suitcake - Serve up a delicious cake packed with fillings of cream, fruit, jam, or whatever your little explorer fancies. If you’re crafty with fondant, a few shapes and adornments will turn your otherwise regular cake into a beautiful suitcase. Position a plane figurine or toy plane on top, and get ready to fasten your seatbelts, because this cake is ready for take-off! Alternatively, leave the cake making to the experts at Cakes Annietime Cake Shop and Café, who created this "suitcake" masterpiece.

with a treasure map, earth puzzle, toy plane or comfy mountain

Gifts Galore - Get creative with gifts for your little world traveller and provide them

little bit of creativity and imagination, you can take your child’s next

pillow that’ll spark their imagination. Essentially, all this will come in handy if they decide to embark on adventures in their own inventive world. Where will they travel to next?

Baggage Claim - With a little bit of cutting and gluing, you can turn small cardboard boxes into mini-suitcases. These brilliantly creative party favours are not only simple to make, they are also very costeffective and can contain anything you’d like to give out, from lollies to stickers and other small goodies. They can even be played with after the party has finished.

A travel-themed party is one that will never go out of style. With a party to the skies. Don’t forget your baggage!

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Thinking of a New Career That Can Transform Lives?

Studying psychology isn’t just a way to expand your career – your new skills can transform your community too. For the first time in 2019, CQUniversity is offering its Bachelor of Psychological Science at its Cairns CBD Campus, and the new arrival couldn’t come at a better time for Regional Queensland.

The three-year course, which paves the way for careers in child safety, counselling, child development, community health, and school guidance, is already in-demand across the state, as regional areas desperately try to attract more mental health professionals.

Associate Professor Karena Burke is the head of CQUni’s Psychology and Public Health Department, and said better support and services were especially important for young people.

“We know that 20 per cent of Australians under 18 will experience mental health issues, and psychological illness in childhood increases likelihood of further issues as an adult,” Associate Professor Burke said.

Associate Professor Burke said, for children, issues like negativity on social media, bullying, and feeling isolated exacerbate mental health challenges, even at primary-school age.

“Qualified mental health professionals can have a huge impact in turning around young lives, and there’s a growing demand for people who understand challenges specific to the region where they work,” she said.

“My passion for psychology definitely started with what was happening around me – people I knew were having mental health issues, and I was realising how often the warning signs are missed and help just isn’t there.

Recent analysis by the National Rural Health Alliance (NRHA) found that regional and remote areas can access only 25 psychologists for every 100,000 people, while urban areas have nearly five times that number.

“I do believe that’s in everyone’s capacity to give a hand to others.

Associate Professor Burke said the flexible Bachelor of Psychological Science was designed to support mature-aged students, and people who were juggling study, work and family.

Dafne Correia - Bachelor of Psychological Science student.

A maritime shipping professional and a mum to a 17-year-old, Cairns mature-age student Dafne took on a Bachelor of Psychological Science in 2015, and hopes to start a career in child protection.

“My son would never admit to it, but he does ask my opinion on mental health stuff – and he’s decided he wants to study forensic science, so it’s nice to know he’s had a bit of inspiration from me!”

Head to the CQUniversity Cairns Open Day on Sunday, 12 August from 9.00am – 1.00pm to chat to Associate Professor Burke and Senior Lecturer Darren Walker about supportive and accredited study options across undergraduate, honours and postgraduate courses. Plus tours, industry panels, workshops, competitions, and more.

Or visit cqu.edu.au/psychologycourses to discover your future Psychology career in Cairns.

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Studying After Baby It’s not uncommon knowledge that having children turns your life upside down. Your days are now likely to be filled with changing nappies, doing school runs, and making meals for the tiny humans in your life. Between all this, the thought of advancing your career or studying something new may appeal to you – quickly to be followed by a thought of “I don’t have time for that, I’m just too busy.”

Luckily, there are options out there for you, no matter what your situation. Many education providers have become more and more sympathetic to the demands of modern parenting which is why it’s never been easier to get into study. To ensure everyone gets a chance to follow their dreams, course providers such as CQUniversity offer part-time and online studying options, giving you the flexibility to study in your own time or from the comfort of your own home.

At this point you may wonder, “Will studying online be more difficult because I can’t be present on campus?”

Rest assured, completing your course online is just as effective as attending classes in person. Additionally, students are generally provided with a variety of helpful benefits to assist in their studies, including access to online libraries, online chat forums, recorded lectures and study groups. If at any point you feel the desire to attend the campus, that option is sometimes available too.

and school teaching. Courses include Early Childhood Learning as well as education in Primary, Secondary, and Tertiary settings.

Health If you love helping people or have an interest in the medical world, a career in health is one to look into.

From Nursing and Midwifery to Disability Services and Paramedic Science, you’ll find a course that grabs your attention.

Business Whether you’re looking for a career in business or you’re looking to refresh your skills, there’s plenty of courses available, including Logistics, Accounting, Human Resources, Administration, and Management.

With flexible courses and a huge field of career options ahead of you, it’s quite clear why studying business is a popular option for parents.

Whether you’re looking to refresh your skills before returning to the office or you want to dive head-first into something completely new, the possibilities are endless. Always wanted to be a teacher, nurse, or start your own business? There’s no better time than now to equip yourself with the skills you need to follow your dreams.

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While the initial return to an educational setting may be a shock to your system and it may take you some time to figure out a study-life balance, as long as you’re on your own personal road to success, you’re reassured that you’ve made the right choice.

Education One of the most popular after-baby career options for parents is education, both in the form of childcare

Technology is on the rise, and it’s showing no signs of stopping! Introduce yourself to this world by learning skills in Digital Media, Project Management and Professional Communication, which can lead you into software development, marketing, graphic design, and much more.

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BUSINESS NEWS Gymnastics For All Enroll for Term 3!

South Cairns Gymnastics provide a range of gymnastics and cheerleading programs for children in a purpose-built facility on Robert Road, Bentley Park.

Meet Jeska and GarretT from Fusion Fight and Fitness Jeska and Garrett Maunder have three young children, aged six, four and two years old and have owned Fusion Fight and Fitness for four and a half years. In that time, they have been privileged enough to support both children and adults in becoming the best version of themselves through Brazilian Jiujitsu and Muay Thai.

Each program within their recreational framework offers a wide range of safe and enjoyable activities, which challenge participants relative to their abilities and stage of development. The programs focus on developing co-ordination, balance, functional body strength, flexibility as well as self-esteem and confidence in movement. Gymnastics is the perfect foundational sport for growing kids and also promotes ‘playground safety’.

Kindergym for 2 to 5 years MiniGym for 4 to 5 years (Pre-Prep) GymFun for 5 to 7 years GymSkills for 8 to 12 years CheerSkills for 7 to 14 years See their website for days, times and bookings gymsportsfnq.com.au or email info@gymsportsfnq.com.au

The business has grown significantly in popularity from its roots in Stratford, which has lead to the opening of another branch in White Rock to cater for the south side population of Cairns. Their martial arts programs develop self-confidence, discipline and focus and teach not only self-defence and physical fitness but also develop mental and emotional resilience.

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

Local plant-based skincare that will feed, nourish & detoxify, scented with essential oils.

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Cakes Annietime Cake Shop and Café

Pupstars Daycare and Grooming

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

Doggy daycare, pet grooming and dog training. Two locations Portsmith and Marlin Coast. p 4041 6096 or 4057 8218 m 0431 213 971

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1. White Chocolate Mud Cake Filled with White Chocolate Ganache and Caramel from Cakes Annietime - cakesannietime.com.au 2. Raw Naturel Vitamin C Serum 30ml - RRP $45.95 - rawnaturel.com.au 3. Leaf Bath Tub - RRP $14.70 - gardensparkle.com.au 4. Little Lamb Breast Pads - RRP $21.95 - nappybucket.net.au 5. Mini Flower Picks - RRP $16.95 - gardensparkle.com.au 6. Raw Naturel Soothing Eye Cream 30ml RRP $47.95 - rawnaturel.com.au 7. Flower Top Gazebo - $39.00 - gardensparkle.com.au 8. Spa in a Jar Transdermal Magnesium GoGo Cream Hot - RRP $39.00 - spajar.com.au 9. Eco Posh Newborn Fitted Nappy - RRP $25.95ea - nappybucket.net.au

BUSINESS INDEX SleepyTime Baby Sleep Consultant

Abacus by Wallis

Local qualified sleep consultant using gentle techniques. Call for complimentary 15 min consultation! p 0451 004 690 SleepyTime Baby Sleep Consultant

Skills for mental calculation. Sums, multiplication and division through abacus skills. 5 year olds + p 0437 600 229 abacusbywallis.com

The Nappy Bucket

Caffin8 Café

Offering a gorgeous selection of reusable, eco-friendly cloth nappies & baby accessories. p 0417 314 554 nappybucket.com.au

Family friendly café , stocked with a range of fresh, delicious, tasty treats. a 46 Norman street, Gordonvale. p 0488 972 789 Caffin8 café

Nikki the Clown

Letters 2 U

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

Larger than life letters for weddings, birthdays and special events. p 0424 159 255 e info@letters2u.com.au letters2u.com.au pakmag.com.au | August 2018 69

Recipes

SENSORY RECIPES Although edible, these recipes are made for play, not for your plate.

Edible Gluten-Free No Bake Play Dough

Edible Finger Paints

By Fun at Home with Kids funathomewithkids.com

By Learning for Kids learning4kids.net

Ingredients 1 cup baby rice cereal 1 cup gluten-free cornflour 3 tablespoons vegetable oil Unsweetened applesauce Food colouring (optional)

Ingredients 4 tablespoons of corn flour Cold water 1 cup of boiling water Liquid food colouring

Method

In a saucepan, mix cornflour with cold water to make a paste.

Combine 1 cup of baby rice cereal and 1 cup of cornflour.

Add ½ cup unsweetened applesauce, 3 tablespoons of vegetable oil and any food colouring (if desired).

Knead until mixture is smooth and pliable. If it’s too sticky, add more baby rice cereal and knead again. If too dry, wet hands and run your hands through the dough.

Store in a sealed container or bag in the refrigerator.

Method

Pour 1 cup boiling water and stir out the lumps.

Heat mixture over medium heat until you notice clear streaks forming in the mixture. Turn off heat and continue stirring until mixture has a custard-like consistency.

Spoon equal amounts into empty jars and add 3 drops of food colouring to each mixture.

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At Tobruk Memorial Pool we realise that it is imperative that children start swimming lessons to improve their health and is a vital life skill from an early age. Our Aqua Playgroup is specially designed for 3 to 6-month-old children so you can start your child’s swimming journey early. In these sessions (that cost only $3.00) your child will learn the important rules on safety, holds, floats and motor skills with a qualified and experienced instructor.

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Our Ossie Swim School is a highly educational program that is also fun and social. Our lessons run year-round, not just during terms, so your child won’t regress due to school holiday breaks, and you are able to start your child’s swimming journey with us at any time. Also, as part of your swimming lessons at Tobruk Memorial Pool, you will receive unlimited swimming in any of our pools which includes our toddler splash area, our undercover 25m pool (heated to 32 degrees) and our beautifully shaded outdoor 25m and 50m pool, providing lots of time for your children to practice their important life skills. Did you also know that research led by Griffith University discovered children who swim demonstrate more advanced physical and cognitive skills compared to those that do not swim?

Cairns, being blessed with numerous waterways, offers endless opportunities of fun and adventure for our children, but these waterways can also create complete devastation. As they say, “Prevention is better than the cure”, and swimming lessons at Tobruk Memorial Pool

Get your children involved in this life-saving sport with our fun and educational swimming and water safety lessons at Tobruk Memorial Pool. We offer affordable weekly payment plans plus if you mention this article, you will receive your first lesson for free!

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