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CONTENTS 06 Entertainment: Check It Out 09 The Thing Is... With Bree James
Hello and welcome to our very special Father’s Day edition of PakMag, dedicated to all the fathers, dads, papas, ayah, chichi, Vater, stepdads, grandfathers and hundreds of other ways to say dad.
15 Education: Are you a Role Model of Motivation
This month we interviewed some very impressive dads making a difference in North Queensland. Their stories and goals are very inspiring, and encourages all of us to do more to make a difference. We also cover some great stories on education, man sheds for dad, and it wouldn’t be one of our famous school holiday editions without covering everything you need to know to get you through, you guessed it, another two weeks of school holidays!!
19 Education: The Coolest Careers for Math Lovers
To all the daddies out there, we hope you have a wonderful day, take some time to celebrate you and all that you contribute to your family.
21 Abacus Competition Winners
Have a great month and don’t forget to tell everyone, you read it in PakMag.
10 Feature: Dads Making a Difference 13 Education: What are your Boundaries
23 Foster Care 25 Health 27 Tackling Teething 28 Bump, Bub and Beyond 31 What’s On Guide 33 Mini Mag 41 School Holiday Guide 51 Explore the Great Outdoors this Month 52 DIY Father’s Day Gifts 54 AFL Cairns Juniors Snapped 56 Sunbird Orthodontics Snapped 59 Healthy Recipes 61 Business
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64 Home with Caro & Kingi: Dad’s Shed
Graphic Designers Clare Winter Lise Mardon-Smith
66 Cairns Vet: Paralysis Ticks One Bite can Kill
Sub-Editor Kate Moloney
Marketing to Families Experts Lisa Gillman Steph Bartram Janelle May Supply & Distribution Manager Gleisy Meireles Accounts Trent Stievano Media Intern Monique Saggers
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Entertainment
CHECK IT OUT TROPPO by Circa When: Saturday, 2 September 2017, 7.00pm. Gates open 5.00pm Where: Munro Martin Parklands More Info: www.cairnsfest.com.au As part of the Cairns Festival program the beautiful Munro Martin Parklands will host an evening of world class entertainment that will appeal to the entire family. Lord of the Flies When: Friday, 1 to Sunday, 3 September 2017, 7.00pm Where: The Young Company Theatre More Info: www.ticketlink.com.au
Carnival on Collins 2017 When: Sunday, 3 September 2017, 9.00am – 3.00pm Where: Tanks Arts Centre More Info: www.tanksartscentre.com A Cairns Father’s Day tradition! Come and celebrate on Collins Avenue with markets, music, food, kids’ entertainment and much, much more! A great family fun day featuring free entertainment. It’s a slice of life in the tropics, with 200+ market stalls offering local art and craft, produce, plants, food and refreshments. Free Event
After a plane crash in the ocean, a group of students reach an uninhabited island. Group leader Ralph organises the boys, assigning responsibilities for each one and establishing governance. When the rebellious Jack neglects the fire camp and they lose the chance to be seen by a helicopter, the group split under the leadership of Jack. Recommended for ages 10+. Feel free to bring along a comfy cushion. Tickets: $15.75
On a deserted island far, far away a rag tag circus troupe is washed up on a beach. Dazed and unfamiliar with their colourful new world they venture into the island. Will they make it off or will the tropical, warm climate make them all go a little... ‘troppo’? Tickets: $26.25 Adult, $15.75 Child 4-15 years, $57.00 Family.
We’re Going on a Bear Hunt When: Tuesday, 12 September 2017, 6.00pm and Wednesday, 13 September 2017, 10.00am and 1.00pm Where: Tanks Arts Centre More Info: www.tanksartscentre.com We’re Going on a Bear Hunt is the wonderful story of a family out for a walk and on the lookout for a growling bear - they have to march through long swishy grass, wade through thick gloopy mud and even battle a snow storm before entering a big dark cave where maybe they will finally spot the glinty wet eyes of a slobbering, gigantic bear winking at them through the blackness. Tickets $17.85
Aquarium When: Tuesday, 12 September 2017 Where: Cairns Aquarium, Florence Street More Info: www.cairnsaquarium.com.au The Cairns Aquarium will open its doors on Tuesday, 12th September. Make sure you book tickets for your first look at Cairns’ newest attraction. The Cairns Aquarium is the only aquarium in the world to feature wildlife and plants from both the Great Barrier Reef and the Wet Tropics Rainforest.
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Animal Education Day When: Saturday, 23 September 2017, 8.00am – 1.00pm Where: Norman Park, Gordonvale More Info: 0423 499 967 An invitation is extended to all the animal lovers out there to come along to this FREE family-friendly event, Animal Education Day! There will be entertainment for the kids, such as a jumping castle, massive slide, Bucking Bull, petting zoos, face painting and balloon twisting, etc. There will also be food vans, sno-cones, coffee, and much, much more! The event will feature some market stalls, as well as most of the animal organisations of the Cairns region. And don't forget to bring your happy, crowd-friendly pet as we will have a dress-up parade for kids and pets.
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Parent Information Session When: Tuesday, 10 October 2017, 5.30pm - 6.30pm Where: Cairns Early Years Centre More Info: www.talktimeslp.com Speech Pathologists from Talk Time Speech and Language Pathology will be presenting some of their favourite tips for quick, easy and effective ways to support your child’s speech and language development, particularly between the ages of 1 and 3 years. A 1-hour information session for tips and strategies on how to best help your child develop their communication skills. Targeted for families residing between Gordonvale and Earlville.
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The Thing Is... STORY Bree James
This month we are focusing on dads, and I am going to use my space this month to talk about the male species. I could write about how gross, smelly, inappropriate, annoying and high maintenance most of them are, but I’m not. I could write about how amazing, fun, caring, energetic, and protective they are of their family, but I’m not going to write about that either. The thing is, I am actually really worried about the state of our boys and our men. Let me start by saying I have a soft spot for those who have XY chromosomes. I always have, and I always will. I’ve always had a strong bond with the men in my life, my dad, my big brother, and as a Tomboy, I often had male friends over girlfriends. Then I became a mother to two gregarious boys, I also have two dogs and two guinea pig fur babies, and you guessed it, they are all boys too. So, I guess you’d say I’ve had a fair amount of experience with boys. For some time, I’ve been watching the rise of women, and I think it’s wonderful how much women have evolved over the years, that we are being celebrated more and there is more awareness about gender equality. But I am worried that it has swung too far and that it is impacting our male counterparts. I feel we celebrate women so much now, and it is almost frowned upon to celebrate a male. As an example, to show the difference, just look around at the number of Father’s Day promotions you’ve seen this month and last. Not many in comparison to Mother’s Day, right? I think that is really sad!
Some of you are probably going to knock me down for my thoughts here, but I am starting to worry that women are becoming completely self efficient (which is great) but men don’t know their place anymore. I think a lot of men are really lost. Women are becoming more and more like men with more masculine energy, and men are becoming more and more like women with more feminine energy. I believe this is causing major problems in our family units, thus in society. I was at a Tony Robbins event the other month, and I learnt a lot about masculine and feminine energy. Do me a favour, do some googling on it, I simply can’t fit it all in my column! But one of my biggest realisations was that as a mother of boys, I have to ensure that, as a strong independent woman myself who has a lot of masculine energy, I don’t emasculate my boys, thus making them behave with more feminine energy. I need to be in more feminine energy around them and encourage them to be in their masculine energy. This has been hard for me, but I know in my heart it’s what needs to be done, even our schooling system is more about being in feminine energy. In my opinion, we need to have a really long hard look at how we treat men, especially fathers in our society. A lot of them are hurting, a lot of them are lost, a lot of them feel very alone. We need to help them be the men our country needs in the twenty first century. This first starts with us acknowledging there is a problem. So look around and see if you agree with me, and from awareness, we can start to work out solutions.
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Feature
Dads Making A Difference STORY Rose Foster
For many of us, our dads are the first men we ever loved. They are our heroes, our protectors and our go-to guys. So, to celebrate the fathers and the father figures in our lives, this month, PakMag sat down with three amazing dads who are making a difference in their community.
Mark Allen: Our Cover Star Mark and his wife Belinda live in Malanda with their three children Caden (7), Khy (5) and Mabel (3) who, with 18 months between each, keep their parents on their toes. When Mark isn’t looking after his own children, he is helping students at Malanda State School reach their full potential.
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Mark is the school’s Principal, in fact, he’s one of Queensland’s youngest Principals, and with his attitude towards his work, it’s clear to see that he’s perfect for the role. “I love teaching,” Mark says. “I’m energised by leading a team of people with a single, productive culture. Working with people is always inspiring; every day I’m surprised by the quality of the work I see. If you’re ever looking for something to brighten your day, come to my school. It’s the happiest place around.” His passion for helping people extends beyond the classroom and his support for charitable causes has been long-standing. “For the last 17 years, I’ve volunteered on the Cairns to Karumba Charity Ride (including 10 years on the Board of Directors),” Mark tells us. “I have helped to
raise over one million dollars to help all FNQ children get the best education they can. I’m also part of the Christmas Lights Ride, raising money for Ronald McDonald House. I’ve given many thousands of hours to charities, helping the people of the Far North.” Mark’s dedication to his family and his role as dad is second to none and he acknowledges that he owes that to his own father who taught him what it means to be a ‘good bloke’. And it’s his upbringing, as well as his experience with his own children, which inspires his belief that quality time spent with family is one of the most important parts of life. “Build-in, don’t bolt-on!” Mark recommends when discussing advice that he can offer to other dads. “Take the kids with you to do the things you love doing, and they’ll love doing it with you!
Darren Lewis Darren is a Townsville dad on a mission. His business ‘Fathering Adventures’ equips, empowers and encourages men to be intentional in their role as fathers, and in their relationships with each of their children, through the facilitation of Father-Son and Father-Daughter Adventure experiences. Darren and his wife, Melissa, have been married for 26 years, and together have raised four sons, Brandon (23) who is now married, Isaac (20) who now lives on the Gold Coast, Joseph (18), and Theo (14). Born from his passion for helping others, his love for spending time with his own family and his affinity with all things outdoors, Fathering Adventures sees dads and their children travel from all over Australia, and all over the world to join Darren on an adventure. Through his programs, Darren aims to help foster happier, stronger, and healthier relationships between themselves, and the rest of their family. Darren sums up the outcomes of Fathering Adventures in one word; growth. “Dads always make so many profound discoveries, both personally and relationally, during their time with us,” Darren says. “They discover just how important their role is, that it's so much more than just being a provider and a disciplinarian. They discover what their sons or daughters need to hear and receive from them, and therefore what they themselves needed to have heard and received from their own dads.”
Darren’s aim is also firmly on helping boys on their journey to becoming incredible men. “Too many parents believe that boys will become good men on their own,” Darren says. “If only it were that easy. Boys need to be prepared for the journey to become a young man, and to eventually become an authentic man. And masculinity is bestowed by masculinity. A boy needs a dad, or in the absence of dad, a significant male other, to be present and involved in his journey. “Our "Prepared for Manhood" Father-Son Adventure experiences provide a process containing all of the essential elements, for boys, young men, and mature-age men, aged 13 years and older - no maximum age limit, and their dads or significant male others.” Darren’s desire to help others build their relationships with their family and help young people become amazing adults in a fun environment is as inspirational as it is unique. For more information about how you can have your own adventure, check out www.fatheringadventures.com.au
Henry Leafa Born in New Zealand into a large Samoan family, Henry Leafa grew up as a very shy and insecure child, feeling he had to prove himself continuously. As a result, he began to get involved with the wrong crowd and he acknowledges that his life was definitely headed down the wrong path. Moving to Australia as a teenager changed the course of his life. Today, as one of the pastors and founders of Rock Church, he is passionate about being a positive influence in the
community and believes we can all make a difference. Henry and his wife of 25 years, Helen, have five children, a daughter-in-love and a beautiful grandson. He’s passionate about mentoring dads to be a positive influence in their children’s’ lives. “The Strengths Program is a facilitated program for up to 10 fathers in a safe, supportive and father friendly environment.” Henry tells us. “The program uses Father Mentors who have all previously completed the course to provide hands-on support for the challenge of moving to a greater level of fathering excellence.” “Dads get to talk openly and honestly about the challenges they face.” Henry tells us when talking about the positive outcomes that the program has for dads. “Strengths provides a safe and supportive environment for men to be real.” Henry puts emphasis on the importance of support. “I would like dads to know they are not alone in their struggles.” Henry advises. “You must have at least one friend or mentor that you can be honest and vulnerable with on a regular basis because the research shows that one of the biggest struggles men face is loneliness. Men tend to bottle everything up then snap when a crisis happens. All of us face challenges but you don’t have to face them alone.” As advice to mums, Henry says, “Men thrive when they feel valued and it activates a desire to do better. Celebrate his strengths. Many dads experience feelings of inadequacy particularly as our reference point is our own experience as a son which could have been positive or negative.”
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Education
What are your boundaries? STORY Kate Moloney
We all want our children to be well-behaved, wellmannered and respectful (especially in public) but how do we go about achieving this dream situation?
yard”, say, “Stay in our yard. The street is busy and you might get hurt”.
There are two extremes in the parenting camps; those who rule with authority and those who are permissive. Ruling with authority, while it may mean that your child jumps at your instruction and dutifully asks “How high?”, the result of this can be that children don’t develop good judgement or an ability to think for themselves. Permissive parenting, on the other hand, can lead to children who do not develop self-control or an ability to tolerate frustration as they have never been denied.
Set specific boundaries calmly and effectively by actually getting down and looking your child in the eye’s while you talk to them about what you expect. Use simple language and be clear. By doing this, you can tell if the message has been received.
So how do we raise our children in the middle ground between these two extremes? It is natural for our children to experiment and push boundaries as they develop their own sense of self and understand how this big world works. To deal with this as parents, we need to set healthy boundaries so that children know what we expect of them, otherwise how are they to know how to behave appropriately? Getting children involved in the setting of some of the basic family rules helps them, not only to understand the rule and why it is necessary, but it also motivates them to comply. Discussing the most important rules for your family together helps the children to understand what they need to do, rather than simply being told what to do. When discussing these rules, always provide reasons for why that rule has been set, in a way they can understand. Whether it be for safety or showing respect to others, it helps them to accept it without defiance. This also creates a basis of information about what you might expect in other similar situations, assisting them to develop their ability to set limits for themselves. So how do we set healthy, effective limits? Start early Have consistent routines from an early age for daily activities, including meal times, nap times, bath time and bed time. This will not only make your life easier, it also helps children to feel secure. Having these routines established early means children get used to these boundaries and then they can adapt as required. Use simple, positive language When possible, request the behaviour that you want, rather than the behaviour you don’t want. For example, if you want to set up a limit that your child is not to go out of the yard, instead of saying, “Don’t go outside the
Get down to their level
Make sure it is enforceable When setting limits, always ensure they are enforceable and that you are going to be prepared to stand by your word. If they aren’t and you don’t, your child will just learn to test you in the hope of stretching the limits. You must be consistent, always. They need to know the limit is non-negotiable. Stay calm This is not always easy, but if you can stay calm, you are less likely to be hit with defiance. Children are amazing mirrors, and faced with your emotion are more likely to reflect your state of upset than to do what you are asking. Learning a new behaviour takes time and your child will lapse at times, but just remember always to praise when they achieve and avoid nagging when they don’t. Children love to receive your praise so always ensure you show your appreciation when they meet your expectations. If you find, despite trying all these tips above, that your child is still repeatedly ignoring the boundaries you have set, then you may need to consider implementing logical consequences to motivate them to stop doing the undesired behaviour. These consequences can include quiet time, removal from the situation, or withdrawal of privileges like loss of a toy or their beloved iPad. In every new task our children take on, whether it be learning to talk or riding a bike, they struggle until they eventually master the new skill. Learning that life involves rules and boundaries is no different, they will struggle with this. This is not only fine but also healthy and natural. It is also natural that we as parents struggle to teach them this. They will eventually master this as well and when they do, all your hard (and often extremely frustrating) work will have been well and truly worth it. You will have a child that is more likely to have respect for others, will have greater self-control, will have an ability to cope with frustration and will be more responsible for their own actions. Pretty great life skills indeed.
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Education
Are you a role model of motivation? STORY Donna Kitchin, Assistant Principal Religious Education and Debbie McGuinness, Teacher Librarian, St Francis Xavier’s School
As we enter into the latter half of the school year, many students are beginning to tap into their tool box of resources to help them to achieve their goals. One of the greatest areas in which parents and teachers need to support students is building and maintaining motivation. Motivation can be twofold, both of which lead to success: •• Intrinsic motivation is sourced from within - a child who is intrinsically motivated finds rewards in their own achievements and successes. This love of learning is what drives them and keeps them motivated to continue achieving. •• Extrinsic motivation is sourced from external sources - a child who is extrinsically motivated relies on rewards from others for motivation. Intrinsic motivation doesn’t always come easily, and it needs to be developed and supported. There are many ways parents can help their child become more intrinsically motivated, by supporting their learning style, showing delight in their achievements, acknowledging their feelings and helping them to achieve their goals. Asking open ended questions that lead to deeper and richer questioning and thinking can also nurture and stimulate this type of motivation.
2. Encourage self-reflection. 3. Set achievable goals, track progress and offer feedback. 4. Provide opportunities to experience success. 5. Allowing mistakes to happen and embrace failure as a positive chance to build growth and sustain motivation. 6. Vary the tasks. Routine is important, but sometimes mixing things up a bit can inspire motivation. 7. Support your child’s emotional toolbox: build and nurture resilience, persistence, time management, organisation and problem-solving skills. 8. Know your child’s strengths and weaknesses and support them in developing a positive mind set when the going gets tough. 9. Develop a growth mindset by encouraging dedication and hard work to create a love of learning and resilience. 10. Be a role model of motivation.
Ten tips parents can use to motivate their child to enjoy and work hard at school:
By showing your child that there are tasks that we don’t like doing, but still do anyway with a smile, can be the greatest of all opportunities to inspire motivation. We like to call it, ‘Eat the broccoli first’. Make your intrinsic motivation visible.
1. Acknowledge growth and achievement, no matter how small or big.
Find other role models of motivation in the community and talk about what drives them with your child. Continues on P.16
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Education
Parents are a key source of inspiration for children, and your child could ‘catch’ your positive attitude to learning. Schools need to embrace and inspire motivation in their students so to better prepare them for success and learning in an ever-changing, fast paced world. There are lots of supportive programs and strategies that plant the seeds for skills that build motivation: Digital technologies Schools have tapped into digital technologies to support and inspire engagement, motivation and ultimately learning success. Some school students have been using iPads and Chromebooks to access online and interactive learning to create, code, build, explore and solve. Digital technologies allow students to explore virtual realities from the safety of their classroom. The multi-modal aspect of digital technologies engages different senses. Many online learning platforms offer instant feedback throughout the task as well as incentives for completing levels, which allows students to adjust incorrect knowledge, develop skills, and aid their own learning. Social and emotional learning A student’s well-being, the creation of positive relationships and the student’s sense of self-awareness are critical in helping them to reach their academic potential. Social and emotional learning, Circle Solutions and Buddy Programs can be interwoven throughout the curriculum and school life. Social and emotional learning curriculum aims to increase student’s academic achievement, self-awareness, empathy skills and emotional regulation and overall well-being. With an increased social and emotional understanding, students are empowered to succeed, igniting the motivation sparks. Differentiation Offering learning opportunities designed to meet individual learning needs and promoting opportunities for students to collaborate are keys to supporting them. Differentiation helps to make things relevant, and relevance makes connections. That is why some schools are exploring contemporary classrooms and encouraging
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their students to have some control over their learning environment, resources, styles and needs. This may include opportunities for students to engage with ‘hands on’ materials, and engage more with the inquiry learning process. A learning program and environment that is flexible, and adaptable to meet their needs can only support to build and maintain motivation levels. Visible learning Visible learning is another tool that can be used to encourage, promote and maintain learning enthusiasm. Teachers are committed to providing success criteria to their students, that is making it explicit what they need to do to achieve success. Teachers provide clear, concise learning intentions, provide feedback, encourage and support self-reflection and selfassessment. Students are motivated when they know that they are being successful and that this is recognised and celebrated. School and home: A collaborative partnership A collaborative, trusting and supportive relationship between home and school is of the utmost importance in supporting student motivation and ultimate success. Parental involvement in school life is a vital demonstration to both staff and students of their interest in the progress and development of the student in particular and of the school in general. This collaborative partnership shows children that we value their efforts, that we support them, that we celebrate their achievements and especially value their learning journey. There are many different ways to be involved in school life including classroom volunteering, tuck shop helpers, homestay, P&F committee and attending school organised fun family events. Motivation is our drive to learn; motivation is energising. It is the key to our success and our enjoyment of and for learning. Adults and students all need support in building and maintaining motivation. However, it all really comes down to relationships. Understanding ourselves, understanding the students, understanding our children and making little adjustments along the way to help inspire, create and energise our love and enthusiasm for learning and growth.
Education
The Coolest Careers for Math Lovers STORY Rose Foster
Maths. Cool. Two words you rarely think about as connected. But in reality, some of the world’s coolest jobs require either a good understanding of, or a qualification in a maths-based subject. Check out our maths-related career ideas and help ignite a passion for maths in your child, or nurture an existing love for numbers in your little one. Doctor Being a doctor involves more than just knowing the human body. Doctors use maths on a daily basis to determine probability of test results and make diagnosis. From here, doctors can decide on what treatment will be most effective for their patients. Computer Game Designer If you told your child they could play games for a living, would they think it was cool? I’m guessing they would! Understanding physics, trigonometry and calculus are extremely important for a career as a computer game designer. For those who love video games, this is a perfect career that is producing more and more opportunities for employment every year. Animator Animated movies are amongst the highest grossing movies of all time, and being responsible for creating them is the job of animators. Animators use algebra to make objects look, move and be resized in a natural way, making the movie look as life-like as possible. Forensic Scientist Now Forensic Science is a cool subject indeed. TV shows like CSI have given the general public an insight into this career, and it’s a highly sought-after job. But, did you
know that a great deal of the work involved in being a forensic scientist is maths-related? Determining which weapon was used in an attack, analysing samples in a lab and reconstructing crime scenes all use principles learned in maths. Maths in Everyday Life Not everyone is going to go into a career that has maths as a foundation but that’s not to say that maths isn’t important. Maths is used in our everyday lives, even if we may not think it. Building – you don’t have to be a builder to do a little DIY and maths helps with everything from calculating materials to understanding how angles work. Baking – ever needed to make more of a recipe? Needed to calculate how long you need to cook a turkey? Understanding ratios and how to approach a maths problem can be invaluable in the kitchen. Shopping – the most obvious advantage here is figuring out whether you have enough money to buy what you’ve put in your basket. Travelling – there will come a time when you’ll need to calculate the amount of fuel you’ll use for a journey. A good understanding of maths can also help you quickly determine how long it’s going to take you to get from a to b. Money-Saving – it’s a fact, if you understand maths principles such as exponential growth and compound interest, you’re more likely to make smart money choices when compared with those who don’t have a firm grasp on this. Remember: Maths is the only subject that counts!
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Advertorial
Abacus Competition Winners Abacus by Wallis’ annual Abacus Skills Competition last month saw students aged from four to 12 have their abacus skills tested to the max as they battled it out for top spot. During this afternoon of fun, students enjoyed face-painting and food with their friendly competition. PakMag was there to chat to the winners of each grade. Grade A winner Name: Taichi Sato. Age: 11 School: Edge Hill State School. Favourite subject: Maths and Physical Education. How often do you practice Abacus? “I practice once a week with my teacher and sometimes I just practice individually by myself.” How long have you been learning Abacus? “Three years.” What is your favourite thing about Abacus? “I like that there are levels, so practice means you get to move your name up the pyramid in your classroom. I’m two or three spaces away from the top and I want to get to the top.” What is the hardest thing about Abacus? “To get to the next level it requires more practice than the last level because it gets harder and harder.” How do you overcome this? “With practice and just a bit more knowledge from my school work too.” What is your dream job? “To be a tennis player but if that doesn’t happen, Abacus might help me in some other jobs.” Grade C winner Name: Saide Hepburn. Age: 8. School: Edge Hill State School. Favourite subject: Maths. How often do you practice Abacus? “One hour after school once a week.” How long have you been learning Abacus? “One year.” What is your favourite thing about Abacus? “That you get to do maths.” What is the hardest thing about Abacus? “Learning another thing.” How do you overcome this? “Practice harder.” What is your dream job? “To become an inventor.”
Grade B winner Name: Ken Yamamoto. Age: 14. School: Australian Christian College. Favourite subject: Maths and Science. How often do you practice Abacus? “Twice a week for two hours total.” How long have you been learning Abacus? “Four years.” What is your favourite thing about Abacus? “It is different to normal school maths. It is still the same concepts but in a different way and you remember that, so when you do school work you have a different perspective.” What is the hardest thing about Abacus? “My hand slips!” How do you overcome this? “Focusing and taking it slowly, take your time and make sure you are doing it right.” Do you have any tips for someone learning Abacus? “I’d tell them to not stress about it too much but also to not treat it like a hobby, still think of it as a useful skill.” What is your dream job? “To be a pilot in the Defense Force then NASA. I hope to be an astronaut.” Grade D winner Name: Luka Shimokawa. Age: 9. School: St Theresa’s Catholic Primary School. Favourite subject: Maths. How often do you practice Abacus? “One hour every Thursday.” How long have you been learning Abacus? “Two years.” What is your favourite thing about Abacus? “That it’s kind of easy for you to understand maths and I enjoy doing lots of it.” What is the hardest thing about Abacus? “The way that you add and take away.” How do you overcome this? “By practicing.” What is your dream job? “To be a Scientist.”
Abacus by Wallis provides maths training for children in an easy, fun and unique way. Using an abacus, which consists of beads which can be moved up and down, to quickly calculate sums and improve maths skills. But more than that, owner Yoriko Wallis has created a learning environment where children can grow their confidence and improve concentration too. For more information, get in touch with Yoriko on 0437 600 229 or email abacusbywallis2012@gmail.com.
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FOSTER CARE STORY Rose Foster
It takes a special kind of individual to take in another person’s children and look after them as their own, especially if those children have experienced abuse or neglect in their lives. But that’s exactly what the selfless people who foster children do. Unfortunately, there are not enough carers to meet current demands, and the awareness of this issue is low amongst the public, including those who would be amazing candidates.
children, understanding how to communicate with them and being sympathetic to the challenges which come with raising them is a basic requirement.
Who are foster carers?
You’re Able To
Foster carers are everyday people, with big hearts and a desire to make a difference in a young person’s life. They are individuals, couples and families that come from a range of backgrounds and have varying family circumstances. Their personal situations are diverse; they don’t have to live in a big house or be particularly wealthy. The one common factor is that they must be committed to providing for the needs of the children they look after.
If you have the time, you have the energy, or you have the skills to raise a child, you absolutely should consider channelling that to becoming a foster carer. If you’re able to offer a nurturing environment and can be a positive influence in a child’s life, then why not put this into practice?
Why are foster carers important? Foster carers provide a safe home for children who may not have been afforded this basic necessity on a permanent basis in the past. Many children are placed into foster care after being removed from their current situations where they may have experienced physical, sexual or emotional abuse, or neglect of some form. Foster carers not only provide a stable and loving environment for the children in their care but they also provide a basis for them to repair their trust in adults or overcome challenging behaviours such as aggression, withdrawal or over-compliance. Reasons you should become a foster carer You Love Kids A love of children is extremely important. You don’t have to be a parent yourself, but some experience with
You’re Empathetic Foster children come from a variety backgrounds and being able to put yourself in their shoes to understand the traumas they may have been through and how they influence their behaviour is necessary.
You Want To One of the biggest reasons to consider becoming a foster carer is simple; because you want to! If you want to be that reason a neglected or abused child smiles again, if you want to show children that they can trust and be loved or if you want to play your part in your community, you should. …And reasons not to become a foster carer If you’re thinking of becoming a foster carer, you should make sure your motives always come down to you wanting to benefit the foster child, not yourself. If giving your own child a friend, experiencing your own loss or money are your main motivators, you should stop and consider whether this is the right option for you. There are many great organisations who can help you become a foster carer or give you more information on how you can help your community in this way. So if you have been considering fostering, it doesn’t hurt to ask some questions and see if it’s for you.
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Health
HEALTH Combatting Acne STORY Dr Xiaoping Jiang, Apple Tree Medical The big question, so what causes acne? Basically, it is just skin pores clogged up with grease that gets infected easily! Adolescents are affected most commonly as during puberty, the active production of hormones, make the skin’s grease gland, pump out even more oil. But acne is not a problem only faced by adolescents. What can you do if you find yourself struggling with acne? The four basic things that you can do to combat acne are: •• Cleansing – using cleansers specifically developed for acne-prone skin can help. Don’t overdo it. Too much cleansing can cause other skin problems, such as dryness or skin irritations. Try to keep your hair clean and off your face and neck, as oil from the hair can make acne worse. •• Makeup – choose water-based, oil-free products where possible to avoid worsening acne by clogging the pores with oils or powder. Makeup should be thoroughly removed before going to bed. •• Don’t squeeze – picking and squeezing pimples can make them worse and lead to scarring. •• Diet – there is some weak evidence that a low-GI diet may help some people with acne. Many people think that lollies or chocolate cause pimples. Research has not shown any strong link with these foods, but if you notice that eating certain foods causes pimples for you, try avoiding them. If the above actions are unsuccessful for you and you are not happy, you can consult a doctor regarding medical treatments that can be either applied to the skin or are an oral form of medication. If you have suffered from acne and have scars, there are treatments available including fillers, steroid injections or laser therapy. Treatment depends on your skin colour, type of scars, the down time you have available and cost of treatment. Always ensure you seek qualified medical consultation if you are considering any of these procedures.
The 2nd most common cancer in young men Statistics from the Cancer Council of Australia show that for men between the ages of 18 and 39, testicular cancer has grown more than 50 per cent in the past 30 years. The reasons for this aren’t clear. What is clear is that the five-year survival rate is close to 98 per cent. Similar to numerous conditions, caught early, your chances of beating this cancer increases. The challenge with testicular cancer is that there may be no symptoms. The single most common symptom that often prompts more than a secondary glance is a painless swelling or a lump in a testicle. Less common symptoms include: •• Feeling of heaviness in the scrotum. •• Swelling or a lump in the testicle. •• Change in the size or shape of the testicle. •• Feeling of unevenness. •• Pain or ache in the lower abdomen, testicle or scrotum. •• Back pain. •• Enlargement or tenderness of the breast tissue (due to hormones created by cancer cells). If you notice any of these symptoms see your doctor who will then undertake diagnostic processes, generally an ultrasound, to confirm a mass and blood tests for tumour markers. The results from these determines the next course of action which can include removal of the testicle itself if cancer is strongly suspected. Testicular cancers are treatable, and most testicular cancers are successfully treated providing you seek medical advice of your physician or another qualified health provider. Make sure you or the men in your life are aware of these symptoms and that they speak up and seek advice regarding this medical condition.
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Bump, Bub and Beyond
TACKLING TEETHING STORY Monique Saggers
Your baby’s first teeth are a big ‘smilestone’ for both your baby and you. When they first show off that big toothy grin, you won’t be able to help but smile back as this joyful moment is one you will treasure forever. Babies are born with a full set of 20 teeth, but these pearly whites usually won’t start to show until five to six months of age. For some, they may start appearing from as early as three months to as late as twelve months of age. Your baby’s lower front teeth will be the first to come through, followed by the upper front teeth, one to two months after. There are many telling signs that your little one is going through teething and these are a few of the most common ones: •• They are biting and chewing on anything they can get a hold of. •• Drooling; it’s extremely common for teething bubs to drool excessively as it is believed to help cool their inflamed gums. Make sure to wipe away excess salvia on the face as this can turn into a rash if not treated. •• Grabbing of their ears or rubbing of their cheeks. •• Refusing to feed. Teething can be an arduous time for both bub and parent. You hate to see your baby in pain and sadly teething is a time where you just have to wait it through as there is no instant cure, just time. To help get you through this period here are some helpful tips that can be used to try to ease their pain (and yours): •• Let them chew on something cold like a clean, wet cloth. This also creates a cooling sensation for their inflamed gums.
•• Feed them cold foods like fruit purees or yoghurts straight from the fridge. •• Rub a small amount of teething gel on your little one’s gum to numb the area for 20 minutes and reduce the inflammation (Please note: do not use around feeding time as this can be a choking hazard for your child). •• Let them chew on teething rings as these assist the teeth to cut through the gums; some can be chilled or frozen. The care of your baby’s teeth starts the moment they start teething. Start wiping your little one’s gums with a damp clean cloth once a day to reduce food and liquid build up. When your baby’s first teeth pop up, try not to put them to bed with a bottle anymore as formula can pool in their mouth at night which can later lead to tooth decay. Make brushing your baby’s teeth a fun part of their nightly routine to help support a healthy dental hygiene practice in the future. Using a soft baby toothbrush, lightly brush their teeth at least once a day, slowly building up to twice a day by their second birthday. By the age of three, your child should have or be close to having their full set of primary teeth. Teething can be painful however your baby shouldn’t be experiencing substantial amounts of pain. If your baby has signs of teething, but also appears to be in huge amounts of pain and is crying inconsolably, please see your doctor.
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Bump, Bub and Beyond
BUMP, BUB AND BEYOND Featured products, reviews and prizes. Visit www.pakmag.com.au for your chance to win!
Protect-A-Bed® RRP $89.99, www.protectabed.com.au If the ultimate goal is to secure a healthy, safe sleep, both for parents and children, then the Protect-A-Bed® range of products are every parents’ dream. Number one in the world for a reason, a quality assured Protect-A-Bed® mattress protector is like an insurance policy for your mattress. Protect-A-Bed® is passionate about making ordinary products extraordinary and delivering the ultimate sleep experience as a result.
Dreambaby® On-the-Go Denim-Look Strollerbuddy® Bags RRP $29.95, www.dreambaby.com.au These new on-trend bags from Dreambaby® in black or grey have been designed with both form and function in mind. Attractive and versatile, they are made with handy mesh and fabric pockets plus storage for two drink holders/bottles and much, much more. You will be able to fit all the essentials needed for life with little ones from nappies to bottles to wipes plus a change of clothes with room to spare! The On-the-Go Dreambaby® Strollerbuddy® Bags are are perfect for running mums as well as mums on the run!
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Traditional Cotton Quilted style; best for everyday comfort. Protect-A-Bed’s® Miracle Layer™ is soft and comfortable yet waterproof and breathable. Machine wash and tumble dry. Boasting a fitted sheet style that is easy to fit and remove for regular washing. Approved by the National Asthma Council Australia Sensitive Choice Program and Red Nose (Sids and Kids).
Game of Things RRP $39.95, www.talkintoys.com.au Game of Things is the ultimate “Who-said-what” game with attitude that presents players with provocative questions such as “THINGS… you wish grew on trees” or “THINGS… your parents forgot to tell you”. The game asks each player to write down the first thing that comes to mind! Simply pick a topic, have all players write a response, then read them out loud and guess who said what. There are no right answers… There are no wrong answers. Just a whole lot of laughs!
Bump, Bub and Beyond
Pacifier or thumb sucking concerns?
It’s all in the name
STORY Dr Lyndon Walker, Principal Orthodontist at Walker Orthodontics, Mackay & Whitsundays.
Deciding on what to name your child can be one of the hardest decisions a new parent has to make. The pressure is on as you, and your child, will have to live with that name for at least the next 18 years, when they can, if they want, change it by deed poll. But let’s face it, that is not what we are hoping for when we are choosing a name.
Parents often express concern over the long-term effects on children’s teeth from using pacifiers or of thumb sucking. It is a valid concern. A thumb sucking habit or reliance on a pacifier after the front teeth have erupted can definitely impact a child’s teeth; pushing the front teeth forward or possibly creating an open-bite. It’s important to note though that there are usually no ill-effects from thumb sucking or pacifier use in early childhood and most children naturally give up the habit somewhere between two to four years of age. However, if thumb sucking (in particular) continues past the age of six or seven (when adult teeth are coming through), there can be a misalignment of front teeth and narrowing of the upper jaw which could lead to the need for orthodontic treatment to correct the problems. It does, therefore, become a priority to stop a thumbsucking habit while children are still young. If the use of praise and rewards for giving up the habit do not work, orthodontists can design an appliance that can be easily fitted and will prevent further thumb sucking and the consequences of it. This is a process worth considering if it is proving difficult to break a thumb sucking habit. If you are concerned about thumb sucking and the possible ill effects, it is recommended that you seek an assessment from a specialist orthodontist when children are between seven to ten years of age. No referral is necessary to see an orthodontist, and many orthodontic problems can be corrected easily if treated at an early age.
STORY Kate Moloney
For some, choosing a name is easy as the perfect names have long been picked out in preparation for this day. Some will follow family traditions, some have names that are vetoed due to childhood memories, but for most, it is an exciting but arduous job with many hours spent perusing numerous baby name books or websites. Baby names tend to go through trends that change each year and are affected by popular culture, and parents’ desire to come up with unique and rare names or spellings. These days names can range from car brands right through to fruit, and it seems that adding pregnancy hormones to this decision can sometimes lead to some rather interesting names. Celebrities lead the way with some of the craziest names, but they are most certainly not alone. The world of form filling has become much more complicated as every name now really does require that a person ask, “How do you spell that?” BabyLove nappies launched a radio campaign in June, #UncomfortableBabyNames, a fun and irreverent look at the more unusual, obscure and embarrassing baby names. To hear the campaign, you can check it out at www.soundcloud.com/babylovenappies
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WHAT’S ON SEP SEP FRIDAY 1 Diary of a Wombat Tanks Arts Centre www.tanksartscentre.com.au 10.00am & 1.00pm / $17.85 / Ages 3 - 9
Kevin Fraser Live: Life on the Hedge Centre of Contemporary Arts www.centre-of-contemporaryarts-cairns.com.au 8.00pm / $24 / Ages15+
Cairns Festival Runs until 3 September Cairns www.cairnsfest.com.au Check Website
Art Studio Now Open Every Friday Night Painting Party www.paintingparty.com.au 6.00pm / Cost / Adult
The Making Place - Dance Esplanade Lagoon www.cairnsfest.com.au 4.00pm / Free / Family Family Film Night: Blinky Bill Cairns Esplanade www.cairnsfest.com.au 7.00pm / Free / Family Cairns Amateurs Ladies Day Cannon Park Racecourse www.cairns.qld.gov.au Check Website Energy - Exhibition and Opening Party Runs until 28 September Tanks Arts Centre www.tanksartscentre.com 6.00pm / Free / Family City Lights - Resonance Cairns City Library www.cairnsfest.com.au 6.30pm / Free / Family
SATURDAY 2 Troppo by Circa Munro Martin Parklands www.ticketlink.com.au 7.00pm / Cost / Family Jazz Under the Stars Flecker Gardens, Cairns Botanic Gardens www.cairnsfest.com.au 5.30pm / $15 / Family Under 18 Illumination Cairns Skate Center www.ticketlink.com.au 5.00pm / $35 / Ages 13 - 17 Action Painting KickArts Contemporary Arts www.cairnsfest.com.au 10.30am / $30 / Ages 5 - 15
Unnecessary Farce Cairns Dinner Theatre cairnsdinnertheatre.com 7.00pm / Cost / Youth+
Samoan Umu Cairns Esplanade - Near Muddy’s www.cairnsfest.com.au 2.00pm / Free / Family
Lord of the Flies TYC Theatre Studio www.theyoungcompany.com.au 7.00pm / $15.75 / Youth+
Free Entry Day Cairns Art Gallery www.cairnsartgallery.com 9.00am / Free / Family
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Butterfingers Tanks Arts Centre www.tanksartscentre.com 7.45pm / $31.50 / Adult
Carnival On Collins Tanks Arts Centre www.cairnsfest.com.au 9.00am / Free / Family
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MONDAY 4
Nature Kids Program Runs until 24 September Cairns Hinterland Steiner School www.homegrownediblegardens.com Check Website
Kids Art Club with Hayley Gillespie Runs until 30 September Inner city locations www.cairnsartgallery.com 10.00am / $30 / Kids C&K Childcare & Kindergarten Open Week Runs until 9 September www.candk.asn.au/openweek TUESDAY 5 St Andrew’s Catholic College Junior Years Open Classrooms www.standrewscc.qld.edu.au Check Website UCI Mountain Bike World Championships Runs until 11 September Smithfield Regional Park mtbworldscairns.com.au Check Website FRIDAY 8 Thomas Frey Business Breakfast Reef Hotel Casino www.tcpyepthomasfrey. eventbrite.com.au 7.00am / $65.78 / Youth+ SATURDAY 9 St Therese’s School Spring Fair (Fete) St Therese’s School 0408 890 690 3.00pm / Free / Family
Cinebuzz Crew Advance Screening – The Emoji Movie Event Cinemas www.eventcinemas.com.au Check Website Mt Sheridan Plaza Community Markets Mount Sheridan Plaza mtsheridanplaza.com.au 10.00am / Free / Family Showtime - Stars of the Future 2017 Centre of Contemporary Arts www.centre-of-contemporaryarts-cairns.com.au 10.00am / $12 / Family MONDAY 11 Nature Kids School Holiday Program Cairns Hinterland Steiner School chss.qld.edu.au Check Website Cinebuzz Advance Screening – American Assassin Event Cinemas www.eventcinemas.com.au Check Website Morning Melodies - Belladiva Cairns Choral Society Hall www.entertainmentcairns.com 10.00am / Cost / Family
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WHAT’S ON SEP SEP TUESDAY 12 Nature Kids School Holiday Program Cairns Hinterland Steiner School 0422 068 995 Tonielle 9.00am / Cost / Kids We’re Going On A Bear Hunt Tanks Arts Centre www.tanksartscentre.com.au 6.00pm / $17.85 / Kids Dance Master Class: Blue Love Centre of Contemporary Arts www.centre-of-contemporaryarts-cairns.com.au 6.00pm / Cost / Ages 16+ WEDNESDAY 13 We’re Going On A Bear Hunt Tanks Arts Centre www.tanksartscentre.com.au 10.00am / 1.00pm / $17.85 / Kids Rhiannon Simcocks Risk Workshop Y(E)P Office hello@yepcairns.com 5.30pm / Free / Youth+ FRIDAY 15 City RUN Cairns Cairns City Facebook/Cityrun - Cairns v Mackay v Townsville 4.00pm / Cost / Family
www.tanksartscentre.com.au 7.00pm / $42 / Family An Evening with Tex, Don and Charlie Tanks Arts Centre www.tanksartscentre.com.au 7.30pm / $46 / Ages 18+ SATURDAY 16 Woree Neighbourhood Watch Markets Woree High School woreeshs.eq.edu.au 8.00am / Free / Family SUNDAY 17 2017 Cairns Walk For Women’s Cancers Esplanade Western Lawn cancerqld.org.au Check Website Little Chicks at the Flicks Rip Tide Event Cinemas www.eventcinemas.com.au Check Website MONDAY 18 Bright Blooms with Crepe Paper Cairns Art Gallery www.cairnsartgallery.com 10.00am / 1.00pm / $17-19 / Kids TUESDAY 19
Cairns High Centenary Celebrations Open Day Cairns State High School Facebook/Cairns State High School Centenary Celebrations Check Website
Kidtastic - Holiday Fun for Kids: Backstreet Dance Runs until 23 September Cairns Central - Centre Court www.cairnscentral.com.au 11.30am / Free / Kids
The Australian Chamber Orchestra presents Mozart and Brahms Tanks Arts Centre
Hammock at Sunset Painting Party www.paintingparty.com.au 10.00am / $35 / Ages 10+
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Beautiful Bush Baskets Cairns Art Gallery www.cairnsartgallery.com 10.00am / $19 / kids
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WEDNESDAY 20
Animal Education Day Norman Park nicola.millen@yahoo.com 8.00am / Free / Family
Cherry Blossom Painting Party www.paintingparty.com.au 10.00am / $35 / Ages 10+
Illumination 2017 A.J. Hackett www.ajhackett.com 7.00pm / $67 / Ages 18+
Chicks at the Flicks Battle of the Sexes Event Cinemas www.eventcinemas.com.au Check Website
SUNDAY 24
Tin Can People Cairns Art Gallery www.cairnsartgallery.com 10.00am / 1.00pm / $17-19 / Kids THURSDAY 21 Henna Workshop Henna Temple Whitfield 0412 036 771 12.00pm / $75 / Ages 11+ Colourful Cutlery Cairns Art Gallery www.cairnsartgallery.com 10.00am / 1.00pm / $19-22 / Kids FRIDAY 22 Ajak Kwai (Sudan) Tanks Arts Centre www.tanksartscentre.com.au 6.30pm / $36.75 / Family Basket Weaving Cairns Art Gallery www.cairnsartgallery.com 10.00am / $19 / Kids Still Life Drawing Cairns Art Gallery www.cairnsartgallery.com 1.00pm / $19 / Kids
Mt Sheridan Plaza Community Markets Mount Sheridan Plaza mtsheridanplaza.com.au 10.00am / Free / Family World Cassowary Day 2017 Fogarty Park www.worldcassowaryday.org.au 9.00am / Free / Family Colour Pop Painting Party www.paintingparty.com.au 1.00pm / $35 / Ages 18+ MONDAY 25 Kidtastic - Holiday Fun for Kids: Paw Patrol Runs until 29 September Cairns Central - Centre Court www.cairnscentral.com.au 11.00am / Free / Kids Punchy Plants Cairns Art Gallery www.cairnsartgallery.com 10.00am / 1.00pm / $17-19 / Kids TUESDAY 26 Magnificent Plates Cairns Art Gallery www.cairnsartgallery.com 10.00am / 1.00pm / $21-23 / Kids
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WHAT’S ON SEP SEP WEDNESDAY 27 Scribble, Sketch and Draw Cairns Art Gallery www.cairnsartgallery.com 10.00am / 1.00pm / $17-19 / Kids
Construct a Periscope Cairns Art Gallery www.cairnsartgallery.com 10.00am / 1.00pm / $17-19 / Kids FRIDAY 29
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Elton John - Once In A Lifetime Cazalys www.cazalys.com.au 5.00pm / Cost / Family
Parent Information Session Cairns Early Years Centre Register at www.talktimeslp.com 5.30pm / Free / Parent
Media Skills Workshop Y(E)P Office hello@yepcairns.com 5.30pm / Free / Youth+
Ngaiire Tanks Arts Centre www.tanksartscentre.com.au 7.30pm / $31.50 / Adult
THURSDAY 28
Woven Wall Hanging Cairns Art Gallery www.cairnsartgallery.com 10.00am / 1.00pm / $18-21 / Kids
ITF Tennis Pro Circuit Runs until 15 October Cairns International Centre www.tennis.com.au/cairnsitc Check Website
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
Sydney Comedy Festival 2017 Tanks Arts Centre www.tanksartscentre.com.au 7.30pm / $36.90 / Adult
REGULAR MARKETS Esplanade Markets Date: Every Saturday Time: From 8.00am - 4.00pm Location: Lagoon, Cairns Herberton Markets Date: 3rd Sunday of the month Time: From 7.00am - 12 noon Location: Wondecla Sports Ground Night Markets Date: 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
SAVE THE DATE: SATURDAY 7 OCTOBER
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)
St Andrew’s Catholic College - Open Day St Andrew’s Catholic College Redlynch Intake Rd enrolments@standrescc.qld.edu.au 4.00pm / Free / Family SUNDAY 15 OCTOBER Peter Helliar & Tom Gleeson - LIVE Tanks Arts Centre www.ticketlink.com.au 6.00pm / $56 / Adult
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
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REGULAR EVENTS CAIRNS INDOOR SPORTS Tiny Tots Days: Weekdays (During school term) Time/Cost: 9.00am - 12.00pm, $7 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 Tiny Tots Days: Everyday Times: 9.00am - 12.00pm during school term, 9.00am - 4.00pm on weekends, public holidays and school holidays. Location: Cairns Indoor Sports, 164 Mayers St, Manunda FREE SWIM PROGRAM FOR 2 & 3 MONTH OLD BABIES An educational, stimulating water familiarization program for parents and their newborns. Days: Mondays and Tuesdays Location: Swim Skills Swim School, 32 Fishburn St, Bentley Park Web: www.swimskills.com.au Days: Wednesdays and Thursdays Location: Little Snappers Swim School, 1 Cumberland Ave, Smithfield Web: www.littlesnappers.com.au
Days: Wednesdays (During school term) Time: 9.30am - 11.30am Location: 98 Birch St, Manunda Cost: Free (or gold coin donation) Contact: 4032 6800 LIBRARIES Storytime Location: Edmonton Library Days: 1st Thursday of the month Times: 10.30am - 11.30am Location: Gordonvale Library Days: 1st Tuesday of the month Times: 10.30am - 11.30am Location: Manunda Library Days: 1st Wednesday of the month Times: 10.30am - 11.30am Location: Stratford Library Days: 2nd Tuesday of the month Times: 10.30am - 11.30am Location: City Library Days: Wednesdays Times: 10.30am - 11.30am Location: Babinda Library Days: 3rd Monday of the month Times: 10.30am - 11.30am Location: Smithfield Library Days: Tuesdays Times: 10.30am - 11.30am
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 Location: City Library Days: 4th Thursday of the month Times: 10.30am - 11.00am Free First 5 Forever Program Bopping Babies Parents and Bubs aged 3 - 12 months. Bookings required. Movers & Groovers Parents and toddlers aged 1 - 5 years. Bookings required. Hartbeeps Babies Parents and bubs aged 6 weeks - 12 months. Bookings required. Hartbeeps Toddlers Parents and toddlers aged 1 - 5 years. Bookings required.
Play Connect Grow Supported Playgroup for Children 0 - 5 years
Location: Smithfield Library Days: 2nd Thursday of the month Times: 10.30am - 11.00am
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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
Active Living Aqua Aerobics
Days: Mondays Time: 5.30pm - 6.30pm Location: Aqua Café by the Lagoon
UNITING CARE COMMUNITY SUPPORT SERVICE
Days: Wednesdays Time: 9.30am - 10.30am Location: Muddy’s Playground
More info: www.first5forever.org.au www.cairns.qld.gov.au/library, or email f5f@cairns.qld.gov.au
Monday Read Club
Location: Earlville Library Days: 1st Tuesday of the month Times: 10.30am - 11.00am
Active Living Mumbalates
Days: Saturdays Time: 8.00am - 9.00am Location: Aqua Café by the Lagoon
FREE FITNESS ON THE ESPLANADE
Baby Rhyme Times
Days: Tuesdays Time: 5.30pm - 6.30pm Location: Lagoon Deck
Storytime Parents and pre-schoolers aged 3 - 5 years. No bookings required.
Location: Earlville Library Days: Thursdays Times: 10.30am - 11.30am Location: Smithfield Library Days: Mondays during school term Times: 3.30pm - 4.30pm
Active Living Zumba Fitness
Active Living Fitness Playground
Active Living Pilates Days: Tuesdays Time: 6.30am - 7.30am Location: Lagoon Deck
Days: Saturdays Time: 9.00am - 10.00am Location: Cairns Esplanade Lagoon TOBRUK MEMORIAL POOL Free Aqua Playgroup for 3 – 6 Month Olds: Gentle intro to water lead by a fully qualified teacher. Days: Wednesdays and Thursdays Times: 10.00am – 10.30am Aqua Natal: Cairns exclusive mums to be and new mums water fitness.
Active Living Beach Volleyball
Days: Wednesdays Times: 5.30pm – 6.30pm
Days: Tuesdays Time: 5.30pm - 6.30pm Location: Volleyball courts
Location: 370 Sheridan Street Contact: 4051 2604 tobrukswim@belgravialeisure.com.au
School Holiday Guide
SCHOOL HOLIDAY GUIDE CAIRNS AQUARIUM
kids only). Accompanying adults $9 games.
The Cairns Aquarium will be open every day of the school holidays and it’s your chance to be one of the first to see the newest Cairns attraction. Open from 9.00am to 5.00pm daily, you can check out live shows and a number of wonderful exhibits across 9 zones.
Bookings are essential. All offers are per person and include shoe hire.
Book your tickets online. F Facebook/CairnsAquarium W www.cairnsaquarium.com.au THE YOUNG COMPANY During the four-day Drama School programs students develop the essentials of stage performance through improvisation, role-play and characterisation activities. Participants then perform in front of their parents and friends with costumes, sets, props, sound effects, live projections and theatrical lighting! Week 1 Program 1 - Curtains Up: Find Your Forte. Ages 5 - 12. Monday, 18 September 2017 from 9.00am – 5.00pm (before care available). Show and Tell: Monday 18 Sept, 5.00pm – 5.15pm Cost: $50.00 - $70.00 Program 2 - Bubbles and Barnacles: The Underwater Escape! Ages 5 - 12. Tuesday, 19 September to Friday, 22 September 2017 From 9.00am – 3.00pm (before and after care available) Showcase: Friday 22 September, 5.00pm – 5.45pm Cost: $220.00 - $270.00 (Early Bird Saving Available) Week 2 Program 3 - Chookas - Break a Leg: The Secret Rules of Theatre… Ages 5 - 12. Monday, 25 September 2017 From 9.00am – 5.00pm (before care available) Show and Tell: Monday, 25 September, 5.00pm – 5.15pm Cost: $50 - $70 Program 4 - Adventure Avenue: From the Roll of the Dice… Ages 5 - 12. Tuesday, 26 September to Friday, 29 September 2017 From 9.00am – 3.00pm (before and after care available) Showcase: Friday, 29 September, 5.00pm - 5.45pm Cost: $220.00 - $270.00 (Early Bird Saving Available) All of TYC programs are designed, created and delivered by their qualified drama educators, professional theatre practitioners and the regions young and emerging performers. Bookings required. P 4041 4066 E info@theyoungcompany.com.au F Facebook/theyoungcompanytheatre W www.theyoungcompany.com.au GO BOWLING School Holiday Happy Hour Saturday, 16 September to Monday, 2 October 2017 Between 9.00am - 10.00am and 3.00 pm - 4.00pm Just $7 per person / per game (includes shoe hire,
Open every day of the school holidays. P 4053 3497 F Facebook/gobowlingcairns W www.gobowling.com.au PAINTING PARTY Painting Party is a new kind of entertainment in Cairns for social gatherings, work functions, team building and private events. Each session can hold a maximum of 16 painters – Ages 10+ Painting Party School Holiday Parties for ages 10+ boys and girls Tuesday 19th September - Hammock at Sunset Wednesday, 20 September - Cherry Blossoms Times: 10.00am – 1.00pm Cost: $35 per painter – parents are welcome For bookings which are essential and more information: P 4031 2996 Adriana E info@paintingparty.com.au F Facebook/paintingpartycairns W www.paintingparty.com.au MOUNT SHERIDAN PLAZA Mobile 3D Planetarium Monday, 18 September to Friday, 22 September 2017 Never before seen show. Five shows daily at 10.30am, 11.00am, 11.30am, 12.30pm and 1.00pm. FREE - Booking required Experience LIVE and interactive shows with Cairns Zoom Monday, 25 September to Friday, 29 September 2017 Learn fun facts, and touch and feel snakes, lizards, crocodiles and more. Four shows daily at 10.00am, 11.00am, 12.00pm and 1.00pm. Grab a photo FREE – No booking necessary P 4036 3150 E kjudd@mtsheridanplaza.com.au F Facebook/mtsheridanplaza W www.mtsheridanplaza.com.au TOBRUK MEMORIAL POOL Check out what Tobruk Memorial pool has available these school holidays. Activities: Swimming holiday programs, pool inflatable obstacle course, jump zone (trampolines and inflatable military course) - 11.00am to 3.00pm. Please note: conditions and costs apply. For more information and pricing, check the website. FREE Introduction Swimming Lessons Monday, 25 September to Friday, 29 September 2017
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Bookings essential P 4051 2604 E tobruk@belgravialeisure.com.au F Facebook/tobrukpool W www.learn2swimweek.com INFLATABLE KINGDOM The perfect venue to have a great time for all ages. Inflatable Kingdom is a high-energy, action-packed environment with inflatables of all shapes and sizes. Open every day of the school holidays 9.00am to 4.00pm. To stay up to date with all that’s happening check out their Facebook page. Visit them at 164 Mayers Street, Manunda at Cairns Indoor Sports. P 4032 2844 E admin@inflatablekingdom.com.au F Facebook/inflatablekingdomcairns W www.inflatablekingdom.com.au DFO CAIRNS DFO Cairns is the place to be these School Holidays! With up to 70 per cent off leading brands, a range of tempting food options, an abundance of free parking, centre Wi-Fi and free activities for the kids… there is something for everyone at DFO Cairns. ‘Oasis in Paradise’ Planetarium Show Monday, 18 September to Friday, 22 September. 10am, 10.30am, 11am, 11.30am, 12pm & 12:30pm Immerse yourself in our digital planetarium with surround vision and sound. Watch spectacular images zoom across the night sky! Bob’s Build It Brick Ninja Workshop Monday, 25 September to Friday, 29 September 10.00am – 2.00pm daily Dive into the extreme world of ninjas and build your own minifigure! Bookings required P 4051 7444 F Facebook/DFOCairns W dfocairns.com.au CAIRNS REGIONAL GALLERY Week 1 Bright Blooms Monday, 18 September 2017 $17 / Ages 5 - 8 Create bright and colourful paper flowers planted in a decorated pot. Bush Baskets Tuesday, 19 September 2017 $19 / Ages 6 -9 Create a bush basket with a range of natural materials. Tin People Wednesday, 20 September 2017 $17 / Ages 5 - 8 Create a tin person using cans, wire beads, buttons and recycled materials. Colourful Cutlery Thursday, 21 September 2017
$19 / Ages 6 -8 Embellish and create personalised cutlery using Polymer modelling clay. Basket Weaving Friday, 22 September $19 / Ages 9 - 14 Create a bush basket with a range of natural materials. Still Life Drawing Friday, 22 September $18 / Ages 8 - 12 Learn about shape, shading and texture through drawing a still life. Week 2 Punchy Plants Monday, 25 September 2017 $17 / Ages 5 - 8 Make a colourful and patterned plant-like creation using a variety of materials. Magnificent Plates Tuesday, 26 September 2017 $21 / Ages 5 - 8 Using bisque-fired ceramic plates and decals, kids will decorate their own magnificent plate. Scribble, Sketch + Draw Wednesday, 27 September 2017 $17 / Ages 5 - 8 Learn how to create an image on paper through gesture, observation and memory. Construct a Periscope Thursday, 28 September 2017 $17 / Ages 5 - 8 Discover the optics of periscopes and construct your own using cardboard and mirrors. Woven Wall Hanging Friday, 29 September 2017 $18 / Ages 4 – 7 Create colourful wall hanging with textiles such as wool, ribbon, string and fabric. Class spaces are limited. Bookings essential P 4046 4800 E info@cairnsartgallery.com.au F Facebook/Cairns.Art.Gallery W www.cairnsartgallery.com.au JAMIE GOSLING FOOTBALL ACADEMY Holiday Clinics – suitable for boys and girls 5 – 16 years Week 1: Monday, 18 to Wednesday, 20 September 2017. Week 2: Monday, 25 to Wednesday, 27 September 2017. 9.00am – 12.00pm each day. Located at Stratford Dolphins Football Club. Cost – JGFA Players $35.00 per day or $85.00 for 3 days. Non JGFA $100.00 for 3 days or $40.00 per day (per child). What to bring – Hat, soccer boots/trainers, snacks and water bottle P 0450 181 626 E info@jgfa.com.au F Facebook/JamieGoslingFootballAcademy W www.jgfa.com.au
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LASERTAG CAIRNS Outdoor combat for ages 7 and up using the latest infrared technology! Great for birthday parties and social events. Lasertag Cairns are running a Mega Session again these holidays – Check their Facebook for more information. The mega sessions run for a whopping 4.5 hours and includes a free sausage sizzle lunch with soft drinks for sale. All this for $30.00 per person! Bookings are essential and places are limited so you will need to book.
P 4053 1532 (Cairns) E cairns@pcyc.org.au F Facebook/PCYCCairns W www.pcyc.org.au CAIRNS WAKE PARK Kids club school holiday fun - specifically designed to be an easy learning environment for younger kids. With a target age group of 6 to 12 year olds. Their professional coaches ensure that all kids will have a fun time while being introduced to the Wake Park in the most friendly way.
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Runs Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays during the school holidays.
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Free Holiday Fun Make a hanging mobile – make your own ornaments to hang at home. From 10.00am to 2.00pm Tuesday, 19 September to Friday, 22 September 2017 Tuesday, 26 September to Friday, 29 September 2017 P 4052 7749 F www.facebook.com/thepiercairns W www.thepiercairns.com.au SUPRIMO ON THE MARINA Treat the kids over the holidays with kids meals only $9.90. Open from 11.00am to 9.00pm every day. 10 per cent off when you mention PakMag. The Pier has two hours FREE undercover parking. P 4041 5181 F Facebook/Cafesupremocairns W www.thepiercairns.com.au/dining-cafes-bars /caffe-suprimo PARADISE PALMS Paradise for kids young and old with lots to keep the kids occupied during the school holidays. There is the swimming pool, adventure playground and an 18-hole mini-golf course. Families can enjoy a full day of FUN with unlimited entry to the adventure playground, lap pool or mini-golf for a whole day. Prices start from just $4.00. Open daily from 7.00am. P 4059 9924 F Facebook/paradisepalmscairns W www.paradisepalms.com.au FAR NORTH PCYC The Far North PCYC will hold their fantastic fun filled School Holiday programs again this holidays within their services. The children have many fun options and can participate in lots of different activities and excursions! Like their Facebook page to be kept up to date.
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From 8.30am – 10.00am $35.00 per child per day. Bookings are required.
CAIRNS CENTRAL Join us for two weeks of free school holiday fun! Backstreet Dance See them perform their energising dance routines live! Tuesday, 19 September to Saturday, 23 September 2017 Tuesday – Friday, 11.30am and 1.00pm Saturday, 1.00pm Cairns Central, Centre Court Nick Jr.’s PAW Patrol Join Chase, Marshall and their friends as they keep Cairns Central safe! Monday, 25 to Friday, 29 September 2017 Live Shows – 11.00am and 1.00pm Meet and Greet – 12.00pm daily Cairns Central, Centre Court P 4041 4111 E cairns.central@lendlease.com F Facebook/cairnscentral W www.cairnscentral.com.au ANIMAL EDUCATION DAY An invitation is extended to all the animal lovers out there to come along to this FREE family-friendly event, Animal Education Day! It will be held in the morning of Saturday, 23 September in Norman Park, from 8.00am to 1.00pm. There will be entertainment for the kids, such as a jumping castle, massive slide, Bucking Bull, petting zoos, face painting and balloon twisting, etc. There will also be food vans, sno-cones, coffee, and much, much more! The event will feature some market stalls, as well as most of the animal organisations of the Cairns region. And don’t forget to bring your happy, crowd-friendly pet as we will have a dress-up parade for kids and pets. P 0423 499 967 - Nicola Millen E nicola.millen@yahoo.com WOREE AQUATIC Learn to Swim Week 24 September to 2 October 2017
School Holiday Guide
Monday, 25 to Friday 29 September 2017 Morning Classes Children under 5 are free.
GORDONVALE GOLF CLUB
Instructor lead activities for 5 - 8 years in Mushroom Pool $8.00 Booking essential
Gordonvale Golf Club has a country club atmosphere with a course that allows for good golfing for the beginner to the scratch golfer in a scenic, peaceful environment in the centre of town.
P 4054 6964 F Facebook/WoreePool W www.woreepool.com.au TJAPUKAI Discover where Australia begins at Tjapukai. Explore the rich history of the world’s oldest living culture, dating back over 40,000 years. Whether you visit the park by day or night, you’ll enjoy a unique cultural experience with performance, dance, food and arts. Tjapukai is all-weather, wheelchair and pram friendly, offering unique experiences in one location. Explore the rich history of the world’s oldest living culture through Aboriginal performances and interactive educational activities. Local Holiday Special: 2 FREE Kids with each paying adult day or night Spear Throwing / Boomerang Throwing / Didgeridoo / Bush Food Trail / Student Workbooks / Cultural Creations / Aboriginal Art P 4042 9999 E bookings@tjapukai.com.au F Facebook/tjapukai W www.tjapukai.com.au SMITHFIELD SHOPPING CENTRE Join us these school holidays for interactive LEGO workshops, LEGO character meet and greets PLUS have your photo taken in front of the LEGO green screen every day! LEGO Play Zone Thursday, 14 September to Sunday, 1 October 11.00am to 2.00pm daily. Throughout the centre. P 4038 1006 F Facebook/SmithfieldShoppingCentre W www.smithfieldcentre.com.au
The picturesque Gordonvale Golf Club is situated 20 kms south of Cairns at the foot of Walsh’s Pyramid.
Play FootGolf - Father’s Day Special Join in September and pay ONLY $500 (12 month membership) Club Vouchers from $20 to $200 – great for presents One free round for kids, with paying adult. P 4056 3999 E info@gordonvalegolfclub.com.au F Facebook/gordonvalegolfclub W www.gordonvalegolfclub.com.au CAIRNS LIBRARIES Cairns Libraries run free activities every school holiday period at various library branches, so if you are looking for something fun and free to do with the kids during the school holidays this is the place to be! Workshops are designed for children aged five and over. For younger children, see their Storytime and Baby Rhyme Time programs. Bookings usually open at the hosting branch two weeks prior to the school holidays and are very popular, so make sure you book early to avoid disappointment. See their events page for full listing of dates and locations. Like them on Facebook and you’ll be up to date! P 4044 3720 F Facebook/cairnslibraries W www.cairns.qld.gov.au CAIRNS INTERNATIONAL TENNIS CENTRE Hot Shots: Ages 5 – 12. Monday, 25 September, Wednesday, 27 September and Friday, 29 September 2017 from 9.00am to 1.00pm. $50.00 per session Coaching: Enrolments for Term 4 now open P 4041 3383 F Facebook/Cairns International Tennis Centre W www.tennis.com.au/cairnsitc
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Great Outdoors
Explore the Great OutdoorS this Month Outdoors STORY Rose Foster
When it comes to the great outdoors, North Queensland really does have it all. From the beaches to the rainforest, the bush to the mountains, the diverse landscape and year-round beautiful weather means that locals can experience and enjoy nature at its best.
Getting out of town for a weekend can make for a really exciting and inexpensive family getaway. You can drive an hour away and find holiday spots that may become family favourites. And if you’re not a regular camper with a shed full of gear, that’s no problem – simply head to a park with cabins.
Why getting outdoors is important for kids
Once you’re set up, you can explore the local area. Check out walks, waterfalls, the beach and more! Our top tip is to make a family tradition when you’re on a camping getaway which will become something you and the family look forward to. This could be as simple as offering a prize for the family member who spots the coolest flora or fauna, a special campfire meal or rising with the sun.
Children are spending less and less time outdoors. We often hear that this is the fault of technology, and whilst this is true to a certain extent, technology is not the only factor which has resulted in a decline in children’s outdoor adventures. Changes in our schedules, our lives and our family structures are all contributors to this change. Outdoor play and exploration is important for children to develop motor skills, get some fresh air (which can help them sleep better) and experience and appreciate the beauty of the world around them. And developing a love of the outdoors from an early age can lead to lifelong affinity for all things nature, adventurous hobbies and an all-round healthy lifestyle. Get outdoors as a family A great way to get the kids excited about the outdoors is to do it as a family. And what better way than to go on an outdoorsy holiday? Camping is the obvious choice here, and North Queensland has an abundance of camp sites and holiday parks that are perfect for families.
Not a camper? You can still enjoy the same adventures you experience on a camping trip without the overnight experience. Find somewhere within driving distance, or even walking distance from home and go exploring with the family. And don’t forget your own backyard either. It doesn’t matter what your garden looks like, there’s always something to discover and simply setting up activities to encourage children to play outside is a step in the right direction. PakMag loves to see pictures of our readers and their adventures. So, if you’re heading outside this school holidays, make sure you take some snaps and share them with us on Facebook or Instagram!
Outdoor Classroom Day Outdoor Classroom Day Queensland is on 7 September and primary schools, kindergartens and early learning services are celebrating the power of the outdoors and how it is beneficial for learning. Ask your child’s education provider if they are participating and help your child get involved in a unique and exciting learning experience.
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Hand Stamped Hanky This DIY handkerchief for dad is both practical and creative! What you’ll need: •• Self-adhesive foam sheet for the stamp •• A cork or bottle cap to stick your stamp on •• A piece of felt and a plastic lid, as your stamp pad •• Fabric paint (this will be the colour of your stamp) •• A plain handkerchief How to: 1. Cut out your design from the self-adhesive foam sheet, peel off the paper back of the foam symbol and stick on top of your stamping device (cork or bottle top). 2. Using the plastic lid, place a large paint drop onto the lid. Place a piece of felt over the paint drop to create your stamp pad. 3. Using your stamp continuously stamp the felt until the paints starts to bleed through. Start stamping! Get creative and create different patterns and designs as you go. Rock Cactus These rock cacti are the perfect gift for Father’s Day as they are simple to create, so even the littlest ones can join in. What you’ll need: •• Mini pots •• Lucky rocks •• Craft paint •• Paint brushes How to: 1. Once you’ve found your desired rocks, clean them to ensure no dirt is left on them before painting. 2. Paint each of your pots and leave to dry. 3. Paint each rock a different shade of green, making sure to add little details to make them resemble cacti. Once the paint has dried, arrange the cactus rocks in the pots. DIY Bamboo Wrapping Paper Jazz up your Father’s Day gifts with this creative wrapping paper. What you’ll need: •• White butcher’s paper •• Your desired leaf •• Black paint •• Flat tray How to: 1. In the flat tray, mix the paint with some water, so it has a runny consistency. 2. Place the leaf into the paint, using your finger to tap down the leaf ensuring it is fully covered by the paint. 3. Carefully stamp the leaf onto the paper. Repeat steps to create a unique wrapping paper design.
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Healthy Recipes
HEALTHY RECIPES
Four Ingredient Chocolate Fudge Cake
Maple Toasted Rawnola
Recipe by Bianca Slade @wholefoodsimply
Recipe by Loni Jane @lonijane
Ingredients
Ingredients
400g 70% dark chocolate, roughly broken into pieces 1 cup of full fat coconut milk 1/3 cup maple syrup 4 eggs, bring to room temperature
2 cups of pitted medjool dates 2 cups of rolled oats 2 cups of raw dried coconut flakes 3 tbsp pure maple syrup
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Preheat oven to 150°C. Grease and line a loaf tin (approx. 19.5cm x 9.5cm). Bring a jug full of water to the boil.
Preheat oven to 180°C. In a high speed blender or food processor add dates first, then the coconut and add the oats on top (don’t add maple syrup yet). Pulse rather then blend until mixture is combined together. Spread mixture evenly onto an oven tray then pour on the maple syrup. Lightly toss to ensure the mixture is well coated.
Place chocolate, coconut milk and maple syrup into a medium sized saucepan and continually stir over low heat until the chocolate has melted and the ingredients are well combined. Remove from heat and set aside. Whisk the eggs until the yoke and white are well combined. Stir the chocolate mixture into the egg mixture until well combined. Pour the mixture into prepared loaf tin. Place loaf tin in a deep roasting dish. Pour the hot water into the roasting dish until the water level is half way up the sides of the loaf tin. Bake for one hour. Leave to cool to room temperature then place in fridge overnight. Remove from tin. Slice. Serve. Enjoy! Note: this is a very sweet cake, a little goes a long way!
Place tray into the middle of the oven for 10 minutes. (Keep an eye on the mixture and toss it at least once in that time, if it is browning too fast then toss it and turn the heat down). When the mixture is done allow it to cool slightly and then add it to a glass jar and store it in the fridge, better yet put the warm mixture on icecream or your smoothie bowl straight away and enjoy. Note: To make plain (untoasted) rawnola - drizzle a small amount of maple syrup while pulsing to taste. Store for up to two weeks - if you can keep it that long!
Recipes bought to you by The Source Bulk Foods. You can pick up quality, fresh ingredients for these recipes from The Source Bulk Foods. For more gorgeous recipes pick up The Source Bulk Foods free Winter Recipes cook book in store. Check them out on Facebook: /TheSourceBulkFoodsCairns
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Business
WHAT’S NEWS IN BUSINESS Meet: Jillian Watson from Cairns Indoor Sports & Inflatable Kingdom Tell us about yourself and your family. I’m a born and bred local and one of the partners of Cairns Indoor Sports and Inflatable Kingdom. I’m married to Tim and we have two boys. In 2001 my desire to travel the world saw me venture overseas and I lived in London working as a hairdresser and was involved in fashion shows and magazine shoots. How did you come to be a partner of Cairns Indoor Sports and Inflatable Kingdom? My brother, Lachlan, saw the opportunity to purchase the business and approached me and my husband, Tim. With Lachlan’s knowledge of sports centres and our financial backing, it was a great partnership opportunity. We went into the venture whilst still living overseas with Lachlan running the business. When we returned home a year later, we slotted into the business as a means to work until our new careers paths were chosen. However, we both ended up staying on in the business as we really enjoyed it and once we began our family, it gave us great flexibility. Tell us about your business and what makes it special? Cairns Indoor Sports is a great place to play sport and catch up with mates after a game. We offer a variety of sports including netball, cricket, soccer, dodgeball and beach volleyball and they are all played indoors. This means that you are always guaranteed to play no matter what the weather is throwing at Cairns. The other part of our business is Inflatable Kingdom. Great, energetic entertainment for kids or kids at heart. Again, being indoors, no matter the weather, you can wear the kids out on our ten jumping castles. We are always looking to the future and are constantly working to improve the experience at Cairns Indoor Sports and Inflatable Kingdom, so pop in and get yourself or your kids active or even better both at the same time.
My Best Result Yet! STORY Scott Mitchell, TS Property Group Earlier this year, on July 1st at 12.11am, I witnessed my best result yet, a beautiful baby girl and a happy and healthy mum! It fills my wife, Megan, and I with a lot of joy to announce to the world our first child and daughter, Maya Mitchell.
time, my first Father’s Day and business wise, after 7 years in the industry having the best year of my real estate career so far by helping more local families make their next move.
With both Megan and I being long term Cairns residents and surrounded by children-filled networks it’s a special time knowing that she will grow up with so much love, support and readymade baby sitters!
It’s extremely rewarding to be a part of people’s next chapters and even though one of my top priorities when selling for my vendors is to make it a stress-free experience, it has become even more important now that I have a family of my own.
This year looks to be a momentous year in more ways than one. Personally, with experiencing fatherhood for the first
See you at the next open home!
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Business
BUSINESS NEWS Give a Gift from the Heart with Pretty Little Something
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Offering a stunning range of tropical inspired gift and homewares for all occasions, Pretty Little Something allows you to design and personalise your very own gift box in minutes. With their easy to use online shopping layout assemble just the right alchemy of goods for birthday’s, thankyou’s and get well soon gifts with just a few clicks. If you’re looking for a quick go-to, they also offer a selection of pre-designed gift boxes. Perfectly priced and beautifully delivered, you’re guaranteed to receive a premium quality service from start to finish when you shop online with Pretty Little Something.
Prepare to be transformed with high energy, intense 40 minute reformer classes, led by incredible instructors who will help you sculpt and reshape your entire body and ensure you feel great, look amazing and receive a personalised workout every time. Get started on your best body ever with this amazing offer of 6 classes for $60 for new clients (t&cs apply). Book now at Studio Pilates Cairns on 4041 4140 or go online to www.studiopilates.com. Because life’s too short for ordinary workouts. BUSINESS INDEX Pretty Little Something
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You won’t settle for an ordinary workout again. Discover your new favourite way to workout. p 4041 4140 www.studiopilates.com
Facepainting, puppets, balloons, games, music, fun party entertainment by established, professional performer. p 0408 183 032 www.entertainmentcairns.com/nikkitheclown
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Dad’s SHED With the Block’s Caro and Kingi Every dad needs a place to unwind, relax and escape to every now and then. This Father’s Day why not make your dad his very own ‘den’ where he can entertain his friends or watch one of his favourite classics on the big screen all in the comfort of his own home? Choosing the space: When making your dad’s den, it’s important to choose the correct space. Whether it’s built in the garage, spare room or a purpose-built backyard shed, this sanctuary should feel inviting and comfortable with plenty of room to entertain. Decorating: Once a room is chosen, start mapping out what the room will look like beforehand, from comfy furniture to memorabilia, make sure to include things that interest your dad. We suggest choosing a theme to help narrow down accessories and make the room feel more personal for your dad. There are countless ways to theme your dad’s den, from a games room to somewhere he can work on his car;
the options are endless. Does your dad enjoy sports? Why not display his favourite team’s jersey on the wall? Movie buff? Try hanging his favourite movie posters around the room for a cinematic design. As much as every dad would love the largest TV screen for his den, this isn’t always an option for the family budget. Instead, it’s important that the TV size suits the chosen space. If you do want to go for a bigger screen, without the price tag, then try a projector, they are both affordable and perfect for a movie night in. Seating: Make sure to have plenty of seating for all of your dad’s mates or even a family movie night. Try adding a bench behind the lounge to create an effective seating arrangement, allowing everyone to be able to view the TV while staying comfortable. We suggest a leather lounge as it’s durable and easy to clean for unexpected accidents as well as creating a classy touch to the room.
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ESSENTIAL VACCINATIONS FOR YOUR CAT Story Jane Quinn
Vaccination is the best way to protect your pet from serious infectious diseases. Most of the diseases we vaccinate against have no specific cure or, where treatment is available, it can be prolonged, costly and often unsuccessful. How vaccines work. Vaccines contain disease-causing viruses or bacteria that have been chemically changed, so they don’t cause disease. When your cat is vaccinated, the immune system produces antibodies that work against the viruses or bacteria that cause the disease. If your pet is exposed to the infectious disease after vaccination, these antibodies will help destroy the virus or bacteria.
immune system. FIV is transmitted by biting and fighting with infected cats, and it’s reported that around 1 in 5 Australian cats test positive to the disease. •• Feline Leukaemia (FeLV) - this virus attacks the immune system and is transmitted from infected cats via mutual grooming, fighting, sneezing and even flea bites. (For further details regarding the symptoms of these diseases, please see the full article on our blog at www.pakmag.com.au) Cairns Veterinary Clinic’s cat vaccination regime.
When presenting your pet for vaccinations, the standard vaccination regime most vets use (often called an F3/F4) includes protection against the following diseases:
Kittens: Kittens are temporarily protected against diseases by antibodies received through their mother’s milk (if the mother is vaccinated). These maternal antibodies decline in the first few months of a kitten’s life and, until sufficiently low, these antibodies can neutralise vaccines. This is why a series of vaccines are necessary.
•• Feline Enteritis (Feline Panleukopenia) – a very contagious, viral disease with an unfortunately high death rate, especially in cats under twelve months of age.
•• First vaccination – 8 weeks of age. Generally, will include protection against Feline Enteritis, Feline Respiratory Disease and Chlamydia. The first FeLV and FIV vaccines are also given.
•• Feline Respiratory Disease (Cat flu) - is highly contagious and is caused in 90 per cent of cases by Feline Herpesvirus and/or Feline Calicivirus.
•• Second vaccination – The second FIV vaccination is given at 10 weeks of age.
•• Feline Chlamydia - causes a severe persistent conjunctivitis. Kittens are often more severely affected by chlamydia if infected with cat flu. (Protection included in F4 vaccinations, not F3)
•• Third vaccination – 12 weeks of age. Will provide protection against Feline Enteritis, Feline Respiratory Disease and Chlamydia. The second FeLV and third FIV vaccines are also given.
If your cat is an outside cat (or goes outside even for a brief time), we strongly recommend vaccination against Feline Aids (FIV) and Feline Leukaemia (FeLV)
Adult cats: The protection provided by a vaccine gradually declines after a cat has been vaccinated. Annual re-vaccination is essential to maintaining long term immunity.
•• Feline AIDS (FIV) - a disease caused by infection with feline immunodeficiency virus and affects the cat’s
For more information on vaccinations or to make an appointment for your pet, please contact us.
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