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WELCOME Hello and welcome to our very special Christmas edition of PakMag!
8 Entertainment 11
The Thing Is
12 The More, The Merrier 15 The Importance of Failure 19 Keep the Kids Learning 22 Games About STEM 25 Cairns Local Gift Guide 29 12 Days of Christmas 33 Our NDIS Journey
This is a time of year that I often reflect on our achievements and this year my team have done so much! We’ve loved doing over eight events for the local community, producing another 32 magazines. We’ve loved growing our business to be the biggest locally owned and operated media outlet operating in North Queensland. It’s not easy, when your competitors are Rupert, Mark Z, and the Packers but we do our absolute best. We couldn’t do this without you, our amazing readers, and all of the incredible businesses that support us.
35 The PakMag Experts 37 Health 41 Caring For Your Family 43 Routines and their Role 44 WIN: Bump, Bub and Beyond 47 What’s On Guide
Please support these local companies. Tell them you found out about them because of us. It makes such a huge difference to our company when you name drop “PakMag” to any business that you visit. Without them, we couldn’t do what we do. To those who have already bought a My Vision Book, I am truly grateful for your support and I’m confident it will help you set an amazing vision for 2020 and beyond.
49 MiniMag 59 Terrific Teachers 63 A Fresh Approach 65 All Things Tweens and Teens 66 Business News
To those coming with me to Bali, the countdown is on (it’s not too late to join me if you want to come!) I wish you and yours an incredible Festive Season, encourage you to finish the year with a bang, and remind you to stay safe. Until next time, don’t forget to tell everyone, you read it in PakMag.
68 AFL Snapped 71 10 Places to Travel 74 1300Smiles Snapped 76 Magical Christmas Lunch 79 Queensland Xray Opens New Scanner
Bree James PakMag Founder and Editor-in-Chief Contact Us: p 4053 3331 e admin@m2f.com.au a PO Box 7433 Cairns Qld 4870 www.pakmag.com.au
81 Local Produce Recipes 82 Loving Summer Living 85 School Holiday Guide
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Entertainment
CHECK IT OUT Christmas in the City When: Sunday 1st December, 10.00am - 8.00pm Where: Cairns Central and Cairns Esplanade More info: www.cairns.qld.gov.au The day kicks off with Christmas activities and family entertainment at Cairns Central. At 4.00pm, the parade will make its way from Cairns Central to the Esplanade down Shields Street where there will be market stalls, more family entertainment, fun activities and the tree switch on at 7.00pm. A Very PakMag Christmas Party Cazalys and Triple M Christmas Toy Drive When: Monday 2nd Tuesday 17th December, daily Where: Cazalys, 344 Mulgrave Rd More info: www.cazalys.com.au Give hope to a child this Christmas. Drop off an unwrapped gift at the Cazalys reception to be distributed by the Salvation Army to local families in need.
When: Sunday 8th December, 10.00am - 11.30am Where: Cazalys, 344 Mulgrave Rd, More info: www.pakmag.com.au Join us at Cazalys for a fantastic festive time at PakMag’s Christmas Party! There will be festive games, loads of prizes, a visit from the jolly man himself and FREE family fun. Dress festive for your chance to win. Loads of candy canes to go around, so don’t miss out!
The Jungle Book
The Best Christmas Pageant Ever
When: Friday 6th and Saturday 7th December, 7.00pm Where: The Young Company Adventure Theatre, 169 Bunda St, Cairns City More info: www.ticketlink.com.au
When: Saturday 14th December, 7.00pm - 10.00pm Where: Munro Martin Parklands, 123 Sheridan St, Cairns City More info: www.ticketlink.com.au
Take a journey through the jungle with The Young Company’s Mainstage Production of ‘The Jungle Book’. The story follows Mowgli, a boy raised by wolves who learns that he is quite different from his brothers and sisters as he grows up. He must decide whether he would like to remain with his pack in the jungle, or return to the human world. With the help of his friends Baloo the Bear and Bagheera the Panther, can Mowgli find his way?
The Herdmans are the worst kids in ‘The History Of The World’ - so when five troublemakers crash the annual Christmas pageant demanding leading roles, there is bound to be mayhem. The Herdmans quickly turn the Christmas story into a Superhero showdown; this is really shaping up to be the worst Christmas pageant ever.
This family-oriented play is suitable for all ages and the cast includes students from across the Cairns region. All tickets are $17.10.
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This hilarious show is sure to have audiences of all ages laughing and singing along. Produced by local theatre company Box Jelly Theatre Co. and presented by Cairns Regional Council.
Stable On The Strand When: Wednesday 18th December Sunday 22nd December, 5.30pm - 9.30pm daily Where: Strand Park, North Ward Townsville More info: www.stableonthestrand.com This event is worth the trip down to Townsville. Don’t miss this unique event that brings the story of the birth of Jesus to life. Be there to see Shepherds minding their sheep on the hillside, Wise men and their real life camels, King Herod and his soldiers and Mary, Joseph and baby Jesus. Children will love hammering nails at the carpenter’s workshop, Roman soldier and Shepherd dress-ups, tasting freshly cooked bread, ‘fishing’ in the pond and the NEW puppet show telling the Christmas story in the most unique way. Stable on the Strand is a FREE event!
Cairns Community Christmas Events Holloways Beach Christmas Markets, Sunday 5th December from 8.00am - 1.00pm at Holloways Beach Esplanade Gordonvale Cottage Christmas Markets, Saturday 7th December from 7.00am - 12.00pm at Norman Park Christmas Arts & Craft Fair, Saturday 7th December from 8.00am - 2.00pm at Cairns Potters Club Redlynch Christmas Fair, Saturday 7th December, 3.30pm-7.30pm at Xavier Herbert Recreational Park Carols by Candlelight, Sunday 8th December, 5.00pm - 8.00pm at Fogarty Park, Cairns Esplanade Carols at Yorkeys Knob, Sunday 8th December, 5.00pm - 8.00pm at Yorkeys Knob Community Centre Hit103.5’s Cavalcade of Lights, Friday 13th December, 3.00pm - 9.00pm at Cairns Showgrounds 3MPride Community Christmas Celebration, Friday 13th December, 4.00pm - 10.00pm at Harold Falge Park, Manunda Gordonvale Carols in the Park, Friday 13th December, 4.00pm - 9.00pm at Norman Park Christmas Lights On The Move, Friday 13th December, 4.30pm - 8.00pm at Fogarty Park Holloways Beach Christmas Carols, Saturday 14th December, 5.30pm - 9.00pm at Holloways Beach Sports Club Niesar Painting Christmas Twilight Race Day, Thursday 19th Decembe, 12.00pm - 6.30pm at Cannon Park Racecourse Cairns Community Christmas Lunch, Wednesday 25th December, 11.00am at St Augustine’s Dining Hall, St Augustine’s College
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The Thing Is
The Thing Is... STORY Bree James It’s that time of year where most of us have a to-do checklist as long as Santa’s naughty and nice list. No matter how organised we think we are, when we’ve bitten off more than we can chew, things are going to fall through the cracks and we end up like a 2-year-old with a packet of Hubba Bubba. The thing is, PakMag Parents, we are all becoming busier than a mosquito in a nudist colony. Except our kids – they are most likely half nude, and wearing odd socks, of course. When you are busy, things get forgotten. Recently, I did the dreaded, “I forgot to pick up my kids from school” fail. My parents did it all the time and I swore I would never do it. But there I was, one hour late grabbing the kids from school. Yes. One full hour. I know, I know... but thankfully, the kids and the staff both found the humour in silly mummy’s forgetfulness. Forgetfulness does cause many hiccups in life, but it can also be a blessing. So, this festive season, here are five things I’d love you to forget. Trying to please everyone - It’s not going to happen. If there is one thing I have learnt this year, it’s that pleasing everyone is impossible (but annoying them is a piece of cake). Some people are just negative Nancy’s, and even winning a million dollars wouldn’t make them happy.
emptying your cup into someone else’s which has a massive hole in it. And no, you can’t fix that hole, they have to. Past hurts - Think of all your past hurts. Put them all in a backpack and think of how it feels to be carrying all that extra weight with you. Is it time to take a few things out of that bag and live a bit lighter? Is it time to try forgive and forget? Keeping up with the Jones’ - We live in a super competitive world and it’s so easy to get caught up in wanting more. As Viktor Frankl said, “Man is most tempted to distract himself with pleasure when his life was void of meaning”. So, forget the ‘stuff’ and place more importance on meaning. Feeling guilty - Focus on how you can grow instead of getting the guilts. I’m sure you are doing so many amazing things, so shift your focus to what you do, not what you don’t do. Guilt is just one of those emotions that shows you care and that you want to do better. Perfection - No one is perfect, and every single person on the planet has something they want to improve. Embrace your imperfections and stop waiting for things to be perfect before you do them. Just go for it. Just don’t forget to pick up the kids.
Why? Because, at their core, they are not happy with themselves. Until that changes, you’re going to be
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Feature
The More, The Merrier While having a big family may seem chaotic, expensive and tiring to those watching from the outside (and likely on the inside too!), there is also endless love, support and laughter. This month, we spoke to three local families and asked them to share their perspective on raising a big family, including the ups, downs, and funniest moments.
The Brim Family Rhonda is the proud mum of four daughters and four sons. Her children are Caroline, 22, Adam, 15, Andrewena, 13, Dominic, 11, Roman, nine, Tommy, seven, Calistah-May, five, and Adrianna, four. “Some days are stressful, usually when the boys are fighting. Other days are beautiful, when everyone is getting along and helping each other,” Rhonda told PakMag. There is never a boring moment, and the family is very involved with the local sports clubs. “Caroline works for AFL Cairns in the Auskick program. She is also an AFL coach for the Cutters Junior AFL team. Adam, Dominic and Tommy all play Rugby League for the Kangaroos, and Roman and Andrewena play AFL for South Cairns Cutters.”
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Roman had some health issues earlier in life, which proved to be challenging. “He was born with club foot, so for the first four years of his life he lived in plaster casting,” she recalled. “He was also flown to Brisbane when he was two for a heart operation. Those days really took a toll on family life.” Amongst taking the kids to school and football training, Rhonda is also studying. “I am currently studying at
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TAFE doing a Certificate 3 in Community Services,” she explained. “When I’m finished, I am going to seek employment in Domestic Violence Support Services.” While some times are challenging, Rhonda wouldn’t have it any other way. “I love all my children, some days I get really stressed out. But then I feel those little arms hugging me, and it makes it all worth it.” Her advice for other big families is to “be patient and instil basic rules and common sense from a young age. Repeating yourself is frustrating, but you will eventually see the results.”
Being a large family has its ups and downs. If one gets sick, we all do. If one does well, they have their own personal cheer squad and support team. Life is interesting and hectic, but we wouldn’t have it any other way.”
The Peleseuma Family For mum, Courtney and dad, Pele, there is never a dull moment with kids Aasa, 15, Maylifa, 14, Manaia, 10, Tennessee, eight, Pele, four and Taimane, seven months.
The Morris MORRIS Family Mum, Natalie and dad, Luke live in Mareeba with their kids Amelia, 14, Isabel, 12, Ethan, 10, Jacob, eight, Samuel, seven, Olivia, five, and Adam, three months. Life can be noisy, crazy, busy and chaotic with seven kids, but there is no shortage of love.
“In one sentence, it’s an instant party. Someone is always doing something. We love it,” Courtney told PakMag. “We both come from big families, so it was the norm. I always knew I would have at least four kids.”
“Having seven children certainly makes life interesting,” Natalie told PakMag. “We have to be organised, creative and considerate to be a family team. It can be busy and chaotic, but also fun, exciting and full of love.” Natalie is the eldest of four, and she always knew she wanted at least four children herself. She explains that one of the positives is that there are lots of helping hands. “We can create our own entertainment and have great games nights, and the kids always have someone to play with,” she shared. She explained that one of the challenges is people asking the question, “are they all yours?” along with finding accommodation for a holiday and some days, getting everyone to school on time. “And the laundry!” Natalie adds. Her advice for other big families is to “Just laugh, enjoy the everyday moments and things that happen.
According to Courtney, some of the positives of raising six children is seeing their different personalities, never being alone and all the lessons you learn along the way. “You learn budgeting, saving, sacrifice, helping each other out and being available for each other,” she said. “However, holidays, budgeting and being in two places at once can be a challenge.” With so many different personalities, there are always funny moments. However, some of the funniest happened while the family was on holiday in Bali. “We were being stopped constantly because of the size of our family,” Courtney explained. “People also wanted to touch our kids’ curly hair because it’s different.” While life can certainly get crazy at times, Courtney says through finding a balance, everything is possible. “You can do everything smaller families do. It might take sacrifice and hard work, but you can do it. We still go on holidays and do lots with the kids, you just have to find a balance and tighten the purse strings.”
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Education
The Importance of Failure STORY Jenna Galley It is our mission to help our children succeed. But often on the path to success, there are a few setbacks along the way. Success usually doesn’t come straight away, which is why in addition to giving our kids the tools to succeed, we also need to be teaching them how to fail. What is Failure? When we think about failure, we tend to think of it as something negative that should be avoided. Failure is the opposite of success, right? Not exactly. Failure is a stepping stone towards success, a chance to start over and try a different path, to learn from what worked and what didn’t and to grow from this experience. Why Kids Need to Fail There is a lot of pressure on our kids to be perfect these days (and on us to be perfect parents). When things don’t go to plan, kids can take it really hard. Watching our kids score a goal, win a race or ace an exam is great. But watching them break down with anxiety and self-hate when they don’t? Not so great.
My nine-year-old gets so down on himself when he doesn’t succeed or understand something straight away. His eyes well up in tears and he says things like, “I’m no good” and “I suck at this!” (No, mate, you don’t!). The pressure, the disappointment, the drop in confidence, it’s heartbreaking to watch. As much as failure can hurt, it’s necessary if we want to grow and succeed in life, and it’s no different for our kids. Our kids need to understand that failure is all part of the journey, and we will always learn more from failure than success. • Failure is a chance to try again - It gives kids a chance to practice those ever-important problem solving skills and to learn from their mistakes. They can look back on how it happened and advance problem-solving skills on how they can improve. • It teaches kids to have persistence and resilience - The more we fail, the more resilient we become. Resilience helps teach that success will take an enormous amount of effort and work, no matter what the end goal is.
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• It promotes a positive growth mind set – Failure helps teach our brains to think positively in order to overcome obstacles. This is what having a ‘growth mind set’ means – to develop as we grow and to use our errors as tools rather than failures. • It alleviates ‘performance’ anxiety - Not learning to tolerate failure can leave our kids vulnerable to anxiety, especially when it comes to schooling and sporting activities. It can lead to meltdowns, low self-esteem and a habit of quitting when things become too hard or if they are not the best. • It helps with self-improvement – From failure, they gain experience. They learn how to reflect on what went wrong and use it to improve themselves. We as parents understand why failure is important. But how do we explain this to our kids? Teaching Kids to Handle Failure Share Your Own Stories We all fail. Even us ‘perfect’ parents. Let them know they are not alone by sharing your own stories of how you didn’t succeed the first time around. If kids aren’t exposed to the reality that life includes mistakes, then they won’t know how to handle it when it happens to them. Share Others’ Stories If you run out of your own stories, then feel free to borrow some success stories from their role models and those around them. Katy Perry was dropped from three different labels but continued to pursue her career. J.K. Rowling’s Harry Potter was rejected by 12 major publishers before finding one that accepted it. Thomas Edison failed over 10,000 times before inventing a commercially viable electric lightbulb. Remind Them of Their Past Successes Our kids have great success stories, even if they don’t always remember. My eight-month-old fell down countless times before learning how to stand. My seven-year-old landed on her head dozens of times before she mastered a backbend. My nine-year-old
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spent months fishing golf balls out of the bunker before he finally perfected his golf swing. And, often he still does end up in the bunker. But now he knows to fish the ball out, take a deep breath and try it again, this time, curving a little less left. Be Empathetic Empathy is so important when your child is faced with failure. Don’t brush off their feelings but rather, accept that they are feeling disappointed and let them know it’s okay to feel like this. Give kids an opportunity to share their mistakes, give them a high-five, and encourage them to talk about it. Show them that making mistakes is nothing to be ashamed of. Make it a Teachable Moment When failure happens, ask them, “What did you learn from this?” and “What will you do differently next time?” Work with them to help come up with a game plan for success. This may mean practicing more at home or trying a different strategy. Let It Happen This is one of the hardest parts of teaching our kids how to accept failure because we hate watching them get upset, frustrated or down on themselves. But, remember, they need to be exposed to these feelings in order to grow from them. Failure encourages the development of coping and problem-solving skills, so it’s better to let it happen rather than trying to shield your children from it. Explain that Mistakes Help to Grow Their Brains With every mistake made, our kids are learning. Many children have a hard time seeing this. If something doesn’t go well straight away, then what’s the point? But here’s the thing. Every game lost, every spelling test failed, every musical note missed, every backbend not completed is teaching them that it’s okay to have to try again, to take a different approach, to accept their mistakes and learn from these errors. Even if it takes 100 tries, eventually they will get it. And they’ve learned 99 great lessons along the way.
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Keep The Kids Learning Over the Holidays Our brains naturally love to learn. No matter how old we get, brains are always hungry for more information. Just because the school gates have closed for the year doesn’t mean the learning has to slow down. So, PakMag parents and kids, are you up for a challenge these school holidays? Keep learning with these fun activities. Science The world of science is fascinating and oh-so-big. Luckily, there are loads of easy science experiments you can do.
Drop pop rocks into a bottle of soft drink and attach a balloon to the opening to watch it inflate. Build a paper airplane and bend its corner to see how that changes its path. Close your eyes and hold your nose and try different foods, and attempt to figure out what they are. Build a sundial by placing a stick in the ground and a circle of rocks around it, marking each hour. You can also make your own slime using a tablespoon of baking soda, two tablespoons of contact solution (for cleaning contact lenses), 100ml of non-toxic school glue and a few drops of food colouring.
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English Keep a school holiday diary and write down the events happening each day. Write postcards to friends and family. You can even write your very own story; think of some characters, where they live, and where the story will take a turn and put it all down on paper (and draw some pictures with it too).
Find some building blocks and stack a tower as high as you can. Try to beat your personal record, and think of ways you can stack the tower higher. Disassemble a pen and see if you can put it back together. Create an exciting marble run with items found around the house, such as cups, empty toilet rolls, rulers and more.
If all else fails, head down to the local library and borrow some interesting novels, informative books, comics and joke books.
If you want to think bigger, build a cubby house. Use materials such as cardboard boxes, pegs and blankets. Can you create a working door or an open window?
Arts and crafts
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Art promotes self-expression and motor skill development. Grab whatever mediums you can and let your imagination run wild.
Grab a big piece of paper, lay it out flat on the floor and grab a couple of maps for reference. Break out the coloured pencils and get to work designing your very own country.
Create a drawing with coloured pencils, make a collage with snippets from magazines and catalogues, paint away with watercolours or create a multi-media piece with whatever you can find. You can also paint objects such as plant pots, wooden boxes or plain mugs as gifts (or for yourself). There are no limits with art! Maths Keep your brain sharp by using maths in your dayto-day life. Take a shape scavenger hunt around the house, taking note of where you can see circles, ovals, rectangles, squares and triangles. Help mum and dad cook by measuring out ingredients for them. Take your maths skills to the supermarket. Count up everything in the trolley – how much will it cost? Do you have enough pocket money to get that chocolate bar? How much money will you save by getting sale items? Music Playing an instrument can build your confidence, improve memory, build patience and relieve stress. These school holidays, why not pick up a guitar, flute or even a xylophone and get learning. Try and figure out how to play your favourite songs, or create your own – why not get your friends together and start a band? If the love of music really takes off, you can always take it further in the form of music classes or music opportunities at school in the new year. Engineering Everything you see has been built thanks to the clever work of engineers. There are a few ways you can dip your toes in the exciting world of engineering.
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There are a lot of decisions to make. What is the name of your country? Will it be attached to another country, or is it an island? What language is spoken there? What does the flag look like? Continue by adding a capital city and smaller towns. Mark out forests, lakes, mountains and islands; maybe add in some creeks and major roads. What makes each town unique? Are there any traditions? How long does it take to travel from town to town? What is the elevation of each mountain? It’s all up to you – let your imagination run freely. If you want to take it a step further, practice your English skills by writing a story about your country and the people who live there. Cooking It’s never too early to get into the kitchen. Find a simple recipe and, with a little help from grown-ups, if needed, cook up a storm. Have a go at making quesadillas, sausage rolls, smoothies, fruit skewers or spaghetti and meatballs. You can also bake cupcakes from a box (easy and delicious), or make frozen banana pops by dipping banana in melted chocolate and toppings and popping them in the freezer (these are awesome in the summer months). And PakMag Parents, when your children are handling knives and working around hot pans or kitchen appliances, be sure to keep a close eye on them. If they are a little too young to work with these items, let them assist you in mixing ingredients, kneading dough or adding toppings to a pizza. Safety first!
STEM
GAMES THAT WILL TEACH YOUR FAMILY ABOUT STEM They say the best way to learn is through play. Games, in their numerous forms, make a great addition to your child’s education, whether that be at home or at school. Whether it’s digital or otherwise, they can help your child learn problem solving, critical thinking and about the wonderful world of STEM. Video Games There are a huge number of games out there that have a focus on educating. One of the most widely popular ones is Minecraft, an open-world game where the main objective is, well, mining. Players mine different resources and use them to craft all sorts of items and build structures. It promotes creativity, self-direction and problem solving. Perhaps the most impressive part of Minecraft is its “redstone” engineering system, allowing players (with a little creative thinking) to create their own machines, from automatic doors to self-harvesting farms and everything in between. There are also various courses that’ll teach kids how to code their very own Minecraft mods.
pieces are placed down, the objective is to surround your opponent’s queen while blocking them from surrounding yours. Potion Explosion allows you to brew your own potions in a potion class. To brew them, think carefully and take one ingredient marble from the dispenser. Make ingredients of the same colour collide to make them explode. The bigger the explosions, the faster you’ll brew and win the game. Code Master is sure to get little brains thinking, and even teaches them the basics of coding. Your avatar travels to an exotic world in search of power crystals. Along the way, the player uses programming logic to navigate the map. Only one sequence of actions leads to success, which will encourage them to think very carefully. Puzzle Games Puzzle-based games are a great way to get those brains thinking. Puzzle play also helps boost the learning of math-related skills.
Board games are a fantastic way to develop critical thinking skills and provide an opportunity to get together with the family.
Cube puzzler challenges you to build a cube using seven colourful puzzle pieces. Put your special insight, logic and deduction skills to the test and try and solve the challenge. It’s like Tetris, but in a cube form. The puzzle comes with a challenge booklet with 80 3D challenges (and solutions).
Hive is a strategic game that can be played on any flat surface. It’s made up of 22 black and white pieces, each with an image of a different bug. As the subsequent
Maths, engineering and classic jigsaw puzzles also bring their own collection of benefits. At the end of the day, puzzling is a relaxing, peaceful activity that the brain loves.
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1. Hive Board Game - RRP $37.00 2. Smart Games Cube Puzzle Go - RRP $27.00 3. Nintendo Switch Console - Neon - RRP $449.00 4. Minecraft - Nintendo Switch Game - RRP $39.00 5. Potion Explosion Board Game - RRP $77.00 6. ThinkFun Code Master Programming Logic Game - RRP $28.00 - www.harveynorman.com.au
Christmas Cheer
CAIRNS Local Gift Guide KORU FURNITURE AND HOMEWARES
CAIRNS CENTRAL
Looking to give your space a little makeover? Head to Koru Furniture and Homewares and browse a range of stylish additions for the home. From wall art to comfortable furniture, artificial plants, soft bedding and unique homewares, you’ll find something special here.
In addition to the big names, Cairns Central has a number of local shops that stock educational items, books, clothing, jewellery and cute homewares that you won’t find anywhere else. If you’re stuck, you can always opt for a gift card or voucher for a manicure, yummy meal or movie.
P 4053 3152 www.korufurnitureandhomewares.com.au
CAIRNS NIGHT MARKETS You never know what you’ll discover at the Night Markets. Score a range of thoughtful gifts such as summer fashion finds, speciality coffees and teas, sparkly jewellery, funky homewares and hand-blown glass sculptures. P 4051 7666 www.nightmarkets.com.au
BIKED & BEACH Children’s clothing and lifestyle store Biked & Beach is located on the beautiful Palm Cove esplanade. Stocking brands such as Love Henry, Toshi, Salt Water Sandals, Rock your Baby, Kiddimoto and Micro Scooter, they stock quality brands for the kids of Cairns. P 4059 0513 Biked – Palm Cove
CALANNA WHOLEHEALTH PHARMACY
P 4041 4111 www.cairnscentral.com.au
SMITHFIELD SHOPPING CENTRE With over 120 stores, there’s plenty to discover at Smithfield Shopping Centre including fashion, toys, jewellery, books and much more. No matter who you’re shopping for, you’ll find a thoughtful gift at Smithfield. P 4038 1006 www.smithfieldcentre.com.au
YOUR FAMILY NATUROPATH It’s time to regain your energy and take control of your health. Jaunita offers nutritional and dietary counselling, herbal medicine, homeopathy, iris analysis, natural fertility management, vitamin and mineral therapy, guided meditation and functional testing. Relax and rejuvenate at the infrared and magnesium spa. Gift vouchers are available and make a perfect Christmas gift. P 0423 866 959 www.yourfamilynaturopath.com.au
ORIGIN NATURAL LIVING
With multiple locations around Cairns, you won’t need to travel far to browse their range of locallysourced skin care products and other local finds. We especially love Mario’s Range of oils, natural therapies, organic ingredients, vitamins, gorgeous candles, and beauty products.
Origin Natural Living is here to help families smile, shine and excel daily. Stop by for environmentally-friendly goodies, delicious, healthy kombucha, scrumptious snacks, essential oils, personal hygiene products, health products and a range of superfoods. Origin Natural Living is all about starting new beginnings with whole, healthy products.
Calanna Whole Health Pharmacy www.calannapharmacy.com.au
P 4055 3229 Origin Natural Living
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Christmas Cheer
COCO SHOP
CAPTA
Coco Shop is a luxury gift shop in Freshwater. Inside you’ll find various stylish gifts including clothing, bags, hats, shoes, wallets, accessories and organic, natural skin care products. Check out their Salt Water Sandals on offer, which are completely waterproof and have mould protection.
CAPTA consists of the Australian Butterfly Sanctuary, Wildlife Habitat, Rainforestation Nature Park and Cairns ZOOM and Wildlife Dome. In other words, fun for the whole family. An Annual Four Park Pass means you can visit these parks as many times as you want for only $260.00 per year for the whole family.
P 0423 872 637 www.cocoshop.com.au
P 4035 3555 www.capta.com.au
LITTLE AUSSIE MONSTER
JUMP MANIA
A family owned and operated business, Little Aussie Monster stocks a wide range of modern cloth nappies in a variety of colours and patterns. Not only are they environmentally-friendly, but they help parents save money, too, not to mention, they look adorable!
Do the kids need to burn off their energy? Is there ever a time where they don’t? The answer lies in a gift voucher to Jump Mania, a 1000 square metre wall-towall trampoline park. Gift cards are available in amounts of $20, $50 or $100 – it’s the perfect way to keep active and enjoy a flippin’ good time outside of the house.
P 4221 2588 www.littleaussiemonster.com.au
MOUNT SHERIDAN PLAZA Mount Sheridan Plaza boasts a number of speciality stores in fashion, entertainment, stationary, health and beauty, plus much more. It’s your one-stop location for gifts on the southside. P 4036 3150 www.mtsheridanplaza.com.au
STUDIO PILATES Start focusing on you and build the body of your dreams. Enjoy high intensity yet low impact reformer Pilates classes in a beautiful space with kind, encouraging staff. Get results while having fun. P 4041 4140 www.studiopilates.com
DFO CAIRNS Grab a number of fashion bargains at DFO Cairns where you’ll find quality brand names at a fraction of the regular price. There are over 57 specialty stores with up to 70% off original prices, as well as homewares, crafts and more. Discover the perfect gift without draining your wallet. P 4051 7444 www.dfocairns.com.au
STOCKLAND CAIRNS With a over 100 specialty stores offering fashion, toys, electronics, homewares and more, you’re spoiled for choice at Stockland Cairns. Plus, they’re offering a free child minding service from 19th – 24th December, 10.00am – 2.00pm daily. P 4054 3066 www.stockland.com.au/cairns
P 4212 4066 www.jumpmania.com.au
HOLLY’S HAVEN Gift a gorgeous personalised dream light that will make a beautiful addition to the home. Choose from a range of designs including butterflies, fairies, dream catchers, horses and much more, complete with the receiver’s name. E sales@hollyshaven.com.au www.hollyshaven.com.au
HARTLEY’S CROCODILE ADVENTURES The Mega Wildcard offers unlimited entry to three wildlife parks - Hartley’s Crocodile Adventures, Kuranda Koala Gardens and Birdworld – for over 12 months. The cost is $325 for a family (two adults and two children) or $180 just for unlimited Hartley’s Crocodile Adventures entry. P 4055 3576 www.crocodileadventures.com
MISU STREETWEAR Looking for something unique? MiSu Streetwear has a range of affordable, ethical streetwear for women, men and children with unique designs you don’t see every day. Their tees are sourced from socially responsible manufacturers and all packaging is made from biodegradable materials. P 0477 196 577 www.misustreetwear.com.au
PAINTING PARTY Sip, laugh and have fun with like-minded people at Painting pARTy – and go home with your very own masterpiece. Offering birthday parties, public events, hens parties and much more. Gift certificates available. P 0448 930 223 www.paintingparty.com.au
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Christmas Cheer
days of Christmas The countdown to Christmas is on. The big day will be here before we know it, but in anticipation, why not partake in a few festive activities with the family to get everyone excited? We all know that Christmas is about spending time together, so let’s get together and have some festive fun.
CELEBRATE CHRISTMAS IN THE CITY Cairns will welcome the festive season on the 1st of December with a Christmas Parade (starting on Shields St), craft stalls, children’s activities, kids entertainment by St Andrew’s Catholic College and Crazy Bron and plenty of activities at the Esplanade. Be sure to stick around for the Christmas Tree Lights to switch on at 7.00pm.
DECORATE THE HOUSE Bring those festivities into the home. Set up the Christmas tree, get out the baubles and tinsel and decorate it together as a family. Play your favourite Christmas songs and let the happy vibes happen! Why stop there? Decorate the other rooms, veranda and your yard. Don’t forget to hang up your stockings.
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WRITE A LETTER TO SANTA What do you want for Christmas? Let your kids have a good think about it and write it all down in a letter to the North Pole. It’s a great way for them to practice their writing skills and, hopefully, remember that they’ll have to be good in order to receive what they wish for.
BAKE GINGERBREAD COOKIES Get into the kitchen and don’t be afraid to get your hands dirty; just have fun! Bake a batch of gingerbread cookies with some help from your little ones, and decorate them together using icing, sprinkles and much more. Use gingerbread-man-shaped cookie cutters or stars, hearts and animal shapes.
TAKE A FAMILY CHRISTMAS PHOTO This is the perfect moment to wear the ugliest Christmas outfit you can find. Gather the whole family and take a photo together; you’ll love to look back on it through the years. Alternatively, why not go see Santa at your local shopping centre and get a photo with him?
CREATE A PERSONALISED CHRISTMAS STORYBOOK Enter to win a $39.99 voucher for www.storyantics.com, where you can create your own personalised storybooks. Once your book has been created, you can save it as an ebook or get a printed copy sent to you. Go to www.pakmag.com.au/win to enter.
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Christmas Cheer
CELEBRATE CHRISTMAS WITH PAKMAG Join the PakMag team at Cazalys on the 8th of December from 10.00am to 11.30am for FREE family fun. There will be festive games, kids’ entertainment, loads of prizes and even a visit from the jolly man himself. Dress in your best festive outfit for your chance to win. www.pakmag.com.au
CHECK OUT THE CHRISTMAS LIGHTS AROUND CAIRNS Gather the family and go for a drive around town. Check out Wirrah Street at Bayview Heights, Keirle Avenue in Whitfield, Shamrock Avenue in Brinsmead and Cardamine Street in Kewarra Beach. Check out Christmas Lights around Cairns on Facebook for more. Christmas Lights Around Cairns
HAVE A MOVIE MARATHON Get your favourite snacks, cosy up on the couch and watch your favourite Christmas movies. Some classics you should see are Elf, Home Alone, How The Grinch Stole Christmas and The Polar Express. If you can’t do a marathon, why not watch a Christmas movie every night until the big day?
SLEEP UNDER THE CHRISTMAS TREE Put on your favourite pajamas, gather your pillows, blankets and stuffed toys and have a little sleepover underneath the Christmas tree together with family, siblings or friends. There is something especially magical about going to sleep beneath the twinkling lights of the tree and waking up the same way.
MAKE YOUR OWN CHRISTMAS CARDS This is your time to let your creative brain run wild. Break out the markers, glue, glitter and any other creative bits and bobs and let the kids make their own cards. It’s a sentimental item that family and friends will keep for years to come.
READ A CHRISTMAS STORY Gather around with a cup of eggnog or hot chocolate and read a Christmas story together. Your family may already have a tradition of reading the same story each year, or you can introduce your little ones to a special story from your own childhood. You’ll have them hooked on the storyline!
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Advertorial
OUR NDIS JOURNEY
Meet mother of two, Natalie as she tells the story of her family’s NDIS journey. “My name is Natalie and I have two children; George, four, and Tiaki, nine months. I also have a fantastic partner named Dan. George was born with Moebius Syndrome, which is a very rare syndrome characterised by facial paralysis and clubfoot. He had paralysed vocal cords at birth and received a tracheostomy at two months old. These things affected his speech, eating and mobility. Seeing our little boy born with differences and hurdles was heartbreaking for Dan and I.” Before the NDIS “We’ve always had big dreams for George, and we’ve always dreamed that he would have a rich and fulfilling life. We have always sought out opportunities to support and develop George’s potential, but more often than not, we would come up against closed doors. As Moebius Syndrome is such a rare condition, George was unable to receive funding because he never met any of the funding criteria. His functional impact should certainly have met criteria, but the name ‘Moebius Syndrome’ was never on a list.” Our NDIS Meeting “The NDIS is all about people’s functional capacity, and George finally met the criteria; however, I was nervous, because I had heard stories from people who weren’t getting what they needed from the NDIS.
I’m glad to report that my fears were unfounded. Our ECEI (Early Childhood Early Intervention) Coordinator came to our house and really listened to our story and the dreams we have for George. It was like having a conversation with a new friend. Our ECEI Coordinator and I were emailing back and forth over the next few weeks as we both found new ways to support George’s plan.” Getting George’s Plan “When we received George’s plan, it was as if all of those closed doors were finally open. My son and my family now had possibilities, and I finally felt like I had some control over helping George to achieve his dreams. I called therapists that very week!” The Changes for Our Family “The greatest change has been seeing George become more confident, independent, and brave. It feels as though the gap between him and his peers is narrowing. George has achieved so much already, and we are all so excited to see what goals we’ll be dreaming for him in his next plan. The NDIS has helped unlock the world for him, and his possibilities are now endless.” No question is too silly, no concern is too great. We are here to support you. Contact your local ECEI team on 1800 860 555, or email us on ECEICAIRNS@ndis.gov.au
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Expert Advice
THE PAKMAG EXPERTS ALAN REN Cairns Cars Home of Audi and Haval Dear Alan, How do I know when it’s time for a new car? First and foremost is when safety becomes an issue. Old cars can become unreliable and put yourself and others around you at risk, plus it won’t have the modern-day safety features of a new car. Secondly is cost. Older cars are more expensive to insure and the costs of repairs will most likely outweigh the value of the car. Fuel efficiency is another factor to consider, as newer cars are becoming more fuel efficient, you will be spending more money at the fuel station.
DR RICHARD THOMAS Cairns Vet Clinic Dear Dr Richard Thomas, With this hot weather, how do I prevent my pet getting heatstroke? Heatstroke is a real risk during summer in the tropics. Signs include excessive panting, dark or bright red tongue and gums, staggering, lethargy, seizures, rapid heartbeat and bloody diarrhea or vomiting. During the summer months it’s essential to ensure your pet has access to fresh cool drinking water and shady areas so they can retreat out of the summer heat. See www.pakmag.com.au for more tips to keep your pet cool.
If you’ve been thinking about getting a new car, come see us. We’d love to help you.
It’s important for pet parents to seek immediate veterinary attention if their pet shows any signs of heatstroke.
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DR BOBBY Griffin GRIFFIN Dr
NARDINE COLLIER
Sunbird Orthodontics
Collier Lawyers
Dear Dr Bobby,
Dear Nardine,
My two-year-old uses finger sucking as a way to soothe herself. Her child carer suggested this could be a problem. What do you think?
Do you have tips for creative co-parenting?
I think your child's carer is right to be concerned. But, not too concerned! Sucking habits are very common in children. By the age of two years, we should be gently discouraging sucking habits, including fingers and dummies. This is because the risk of developing problems goes up quickly after this age.
Focusing on the good rather than the bad might make life easier. Ask yourself: What did I used to like about this person, and how are they a great parent? When we were together, we worked to each other’s strengths. Can we do that again?
If they continue the habit past four years of age and show no signs of quitting the habit, then it is recommended you visit a Specialist Orthodontist who can help steer you in the right direction for help.
What if I was willing to acknowledge, and even compliment things the other parent does really well? For example; “Jack told me how you helped him with his homework. He enjoyed it, thanks.” This sort of positivity can only help each other which in turn will help your children.
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Health
HEALTH ALL About All ABOUT Blood BLOOD Health HEALTH Your blood travels all through your body, feeding every tissue, organ, gland, and cell along the way. Without a doubt, we must keep our blood strong, rich and healthy so it can the different parts of our body in tip-top condition. Get active – Exercising helps your heart pump blood around the body and brings fresh oxygen.
5 Facts facts about AUTISM About one per cent of the world's population has Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).
Eat well – Iron is essential for strong blood. Incorporate foods such as lentils, nuts, spinach, and figs into your everyday diet. Research has also shown that a diet high in fibre may help eliminate plaque build-up in the arteries. Keep in mind having excess iron in the blood can be dangerous. Stay hydrated – Blood is largely made up of water. Ensuring you stay hydrated will help it replenish. Breathe deeply – Breathing deeply draws more oxygen into your lungs, which is then absorbed directly into the blood. Watch your blood pressure – Blood pressure often increases as weight increases. Being a healthy weight is one of the most effective ways to keep blood pressure under control. This can make a huge difference in your overall health.
Your essential travel and first aid kit Calanna have taken the time to distil their unique experience of what holiday makers are constantly chasing in their stores. They’ve compiled the perfect essentials travel and first aid pack for anyone travelling by road, train or plane. Packed with everything you didn’t know you needed and some of the stuff you did – Calanna Wholehealth’s pack also comes with a stock list to make restocking easier. Enjoy the peace of mind of having a fully stocked every scenario kit in one easy pack. Pop in to grab one for your holidays this Christmas for only $69.95.
Autism is diagnosed four times more often in boys, likely because symptoms present differently (and often more subtly) in girls. Roughly 40 per cent of children with autism do not speak. Others may speak later on in childhood. There are many myths about autism. You may have heard that people with autism are unfeeling or never hold productive jobs, but this is simply not true. Autism is a spectrum disorder. No two people are the same and symptoms vary. All people living with autism have their own strengths and abilities.
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Health
HEALTH Magnificent MAGNIFICENT Mangoes MANGOES Not only are they delicious in fruit salads, smoothies, and as a standalone snack, but mangoes are also packed with health benefits. With mango season right on our doorstep, let’s go over a few fantastic benefits of this sweet summery fruit. High in antioxidants – Mango is packed with over a dozen types of polyphenols – plant compounds that function as antioxidants. These antioxidants may protect your cells against free radical damage.
Natural Remedies NATURAL REMEDIES FOR Heat for HEAT Rash RASH Saying hello to summer sometimes means saying hello to heat rash as well. Heat rash include clusters of tiny, raised bumps on red, irritated skin. The rash may feel prickly, itchy, or burning, and it’s a common issue in warm climates with any age. Thankfully, it can be soothed at home.
May boost immunity – Mango contains many immune-boosting nutrients. Just one cup of mango provides you with 10 per cent of your daily Vitamin A needs and nearly three-quarters of your daily Vitamin C needs! May improve digestive health – Mango contains a lot of water and dietary fibre, which may help with digestive problems such as constipation and diarrhea. May support eye health – Mango is full of nutrients that may help support healthy eyes, such as the antioxidants lutein and zeaxanthin which accumulate in the retina of the eye. A lack of dietary Vitamin A has been linked to dry eyes and night-time blindness; something the Vitamin A content in mangoes can help with. May help lower cancer risk – Mango is high in polyphenols which may have anticancer properties. These may fight oxidative stress, which is linked to lung, prostate, colon, breast and bone cancers. Stay cool – Taking cool baths and showers may help heat rash ease up. Gently washing the skin may help unclog clogged sweat pores that are causing the rash. Turn on the AC – To help your skin heal, avoid excessive sweating and humid air. Stay in the cool air, whether that’s in an airconditioned room or by a fan, and wear loose-fitting clothing. Cornstarch – You may even have some of this in your pantry. It acts as an antiperspirant, and helps reduce excessive sweating. Simply apply it directly to the affected area.
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Advertorial
Apple Tree Medical Caring for your Family Your body is a temple, and you should take steps throughout your life to take care of it. Alongside a healthy diet, regular exercise and a happy brain, a team of medical professionals can work with you to keep you and your family feeling fantastic. Apple Tree Medical is one of the most comprehensive family medical practices in the Far North, offering care for everybody in the family, young and old. It’s your one-stop-shop for all your health concerns, whether it be paediatrics, ante- and postnatal care, physiotherapy, psychology, men or women’s health or skin conditions including skin cancer. Offering two GP practices situated in Cairns City and Smithfield for your family’s convenience. Apple Tree Medical has recently partnered with Dr Ben Ireland and Dr Lee Jones to offer Apple Tree Skin – a dedicated skin care clinic offering a range of skin cancer services as well as cosmetic services in Smithfield. Both doctors are highly qualified and passionate in diagnosing, treating and preventing skin cancers, so whether you are after a routine skin check or are just a little bit worried, rest assured you’ll be in good hands. Apple Tree Medical understands the importance of mental health, and therefore offers a mental health
service staffed by two accredited Mental Health Nurses called Apple Tree Wellbeing. This service is available to everyone who fits the criteria to keep patients feeling their best and enjoying life to the full. Trying to conceive, expecting a little bundle of joy or just had a baby? Failing to conceive can be stressful, while pregnancy and birth can certainly bring some intense changes to your body. Apple Tree Medical offers both antenatal and postnatal care as well as midwifery services to assist you throughout this journey and answer all your questions. This team of doctors all share a common passion; they love helping people feel their best, and that is what they’re here to help your family with. Pop in for a routine check-up or express your concerns about a bigger issue; the friendly team will treat you with care and ensure you receive the treatment needed. Apple Tree Medical is open from 8.00am – 5.00pm on weekdays at both Cairns and Smithfield practices, and 8.30am – 11.30am on Saturdays in Smithfield. Appointments can be made by phone directly to the relevant practice, or online at www.appletreemedical.com.au
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Bump, Bub and Beyond
Routines and their Role in Early Development STORY Dr Adele Heyer, Paediatrician As human beings, we are creatures of habit and function better when in a routine. Routines make our lives predictable, provide reassurance and deliver a feeling of safety. They can help children with emotional regulation, as it provides a sense of security and reduces uncertainty. They can be established from a young age and, in fact, babies thrive on routines. As a parent, they provide a sense of being in control and help reduce anxiety around caring for a new baby. Bedtime A bedtime routine is probably the most important routine to establish and it will also ensure the rest of the family gets enough sleep. Bedtime routines help babies to learn the difference between day and night and teach babies to settle easily at the same time every night. Keep the routine short, calming and predictable, such as a bath, pyjamas, bedtime story and goodnight kiss. Hopefully your child will learn to enjoy this night-time ritual, and when older, will settle without bedtime becoming a nightly battle. Mealtime As your baby becomes older, other routines will start to follow, such as those around mealtimes. Most young babies will feed on demand and parents will pick up on the baby’s cues to know when they need a feed. With a bit of coaching, a feeding schedule could make life much
easier. Keep night-time feeds short, and hopefully your baby will gradually learn to sleep longer hours. Make daytime meals an enjoyable and sociable experience. Turn the TV off and make time to eat meals together as a family, especially at the end of the day. This will also ensure the family will feel more connected. Mornings Mornings before day care or school are often a mad rush and parents often feel exhausted before the day has even started. Effective morning routines can reduce chaos and provide a sense of control to the family. If bedtime is early enough, your child should wake easily and feeling refreshed in the morning. By establishing the same morning routine each day, your child will be more productive in the morning and get through the routine without too much nagging. If your child is easily distracted, a picture chart as a reminder and reward system will help your child to get through their chores a bit easier. The Bottom Line Establishing routines from a young age will provide a secure base for your child from which new experiences can be learned. Many successful people can manage their time very well due to well-established daily routines. Doing so from an early age will set your child up to learn more productive habits later in life. It is never too early or too late to start, just do it!
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Bump, Bub and Beyond
BUMP, BUB AND BEYOND Featured products, reviews and prizes. Visit www.pakmag.com.au/win for your chance to win!
Vtech Baby - My 1st Gift Set RRP $34.95 - www.vtech.com.au Give My 1st Gift Set to start baby off right with a set of four must-have infant toys. The plush hippo teether playfully develops baby’s tactile awareness and his soft legs are perfect for soothing sore gums. The frog rattle helps baby develop gross motor skills. The electronic musical piano light-up keys introduce colours, shapes, numbers, animals, songs and phrases. Baby can also play peek-a-boo in the baby-safe flower mirror to develop self-awareness.
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Palmer’s Skin Care Pack
The multi-award winning CoziGo is a pop-up sleep and sun cover for airplane cots and all prams, strollers and bassinets. It improves baby’s sleep whilst travelling by blocking 97 per cent of light, movement and stimulation. This “Miracle Sleep Cover” is 100 per cent breathable and air permeable and offers UVP50+ to protect baby from the harsh sun. It’s the safe way to get your baby to sleep better.
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Palmer’s has put together a beautiful skincare pack for new mothers. Each pack contains Palmer’s four signature formulas to help prevent or reduce the appearance of stretch marks. Palmer’s Massage Lotion, Cream, Oil and Tummy Butter are all clinically proven to improve skin elasticity, texture and tone. The Palmer’s Skin Care Pack is a must-have for every new mum or mumto-be. Products are very gentle to the skin and are free of parabens, phthalates and mineral oil and are dermatologist approved.
Bump, Bub and Beyond
SLEEP Patterns Sleep PATTERNS Isn’t sleep just one of the greatest things in the world? It’s relaxing, rejuvenating, and it’s free – if only it was easier to convince the youngest ones in our lives to love it just as much as we do. Some babies fall asleep with no problem while others need to be rocked consistently by mum. Some take long naps while others are satisfied with quick naps. Some sleep through the night and others wake up constantly. What works for some babies may not work for others, often resulting in very tired parents.
How often should babies be sleeping? Birth to three months – Baby will sleep on and off through the day and night, usually for short periods of time. Total sleep varies between eight and 18 hours per day. Three to six months – Baby may have three daytime naps for up to two hours each. Most will sleep 14-15 hours per day and will still wake at least once during the night. Six to 12 months – Baby will likely drop the number of daytime naps to two, and sleep for a total of 13 hours per day with around 11 of those being at night time. Naps usually last between one and two hours. After 12 months – Babies tend to sleep between eight to 12 hours per night, wake up less, and nap once or twice per day.
HELPFUL TIP Summer is here! Staying cool can already pose to be a challenge under the hot North Queensland sun, even more so when you have a newborn or if you’re pregnant. Chuck your bra into the freezer; seriously. The instant relief of a cool bra on achy sore breasts will work wonders on a warm day. While the relief doesn’t last long, it’s definitely welcome. You can even put a few bras in the freezer and just leave them chilling until you need some relief.
Every baby sleeps differently. If at any point you feel anxious, distressed, or don’t know how to handle the situation, seek support from close friends, family, or see your GP.
DID YOU KNOW? At full term, a pregnant woman produces more estrogen in a day than non-pregnant women do in three years! The placenta produces these hormones, which helps transfer nutrients, support the developing baby and improve vascularisation, which is the formation of blood vessels.
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WHAT’S ON DEC DEC SUNDAY 1 DECEMBER Christmas in the City Cairns Esplanade www.cairns.qld.gov.au 4.00pm / Free / Family Tropical Tree Day 2019 Fisherman Rd, Edmonton www.cairns.qld.gov.au 8.00am / Free / Family Aladdin A Pantomime The Rondo Theatre www.ticketlink.com.au 1.00pm / $31.50 / Family FNQ Revue meets The Nutcracker Cairns Performing Arts Centre www.ticketlink.com.au 11.00am and 3.00pm / $32.50$40 / Family Frozen 2 Family Fun Day Screening BCC Cinemas Earlville www.eventcinemas.com.au 10.30am / Check Website / Family Santa Paws - Get Your Pet a Photo with Santa Pet Cafe Edmonton Adopt Me Kittens 10.00am / $5-10 / Family THURSDAY 5 DECEMBER Principal Tour & Enrolment Info Session Freshwater Christian College www.freshwatercc.qld.edu.au 3.30pm / Free / Family FRIDAY 6 DECEMBER Flame.Music Tanks Arts Centre www.ticketlink.com.au 7.30pm / $10.50-$12.60 / Family
A Very Kransky Christmas Cairns Performing Arts Centre www.ticketlink.com.au 6.30pm / $44.90 / 3+ Yrs Cairns Taipans vs NZ Skysport Breakers Cairns Convention Centre www.taipans.com 6.30pm / Check Website / Family The Jungle Book Runs until 7 December The Young Company Theatre www.ticketlink.com.au 7.00pm / $17.95 / Family Edmonton Carols by Candlelight 2019 Ravizza Park Generations Church Southside 4.00pm / Free / Family 2019 Ribbons Ladies Game Fishing Tournament Cairns Marlin Marina www.ribbons.org.au 5.30pm / Check Website / Adults SATURDAY 7 DECEMBER Redlynch Christmas Fair Xavier Herbert Recreational Park www.cairns.qld.gov.au 3.30pm / Free / Family The Magical Adventures of Mary Cairns Performing Arts Centre www.ticketlink.com.au 10.30am and 7.30pm / $34-43 / Family Young Creatives Club with Hayley Gillespie Cairns Art Gallery www.cairnsartgallery.com.au 3.00pm / $50-$60 / 13-17 Yrs
With Triple M’s Elliott
Gordonvale Cottage Christmas Markets Norman Park, Gordonvale www.cairns.qld.gov.au 7.00am / Free / Family
Child & Baby Health Clinic / Mums & Bubs Morning Tea Childs World Early Learning Centre Bentley Park Alison on 0475 259 709 9.00am / Free / Family
Christmas in Babinda Munro St, Babinda Babinda Taskforce 6.00pm / Free / Family
FRIDAY 13 DECEMBER 3MPride Community Christmas Celebration Harold Falge Park, Manunda 3MPride 4.00pm / Free / Family
Puppy Picnic Adoption Day Paradise Palms www.paradisepalms.com.au 8.00am / Free / Family
Carols in the Park Norman Park, Gordonvale www.cairns.qld.gov.au 4.00pm / Free / Family
SUNDAY 8 DECEMBER A Very PakMag Christmas Party Cazalys www.pakmag.com.au 10.00 / Free / Family
Kenfrost Homes Christmas Lights Ride Fogarty Park www.fundraise.rmhc.org.au 4.30pm / Check Website / Family
Carols by Candlelight Fogarty Park www.cairns.qld.gov.au 5.00pm / Free / Family Carols at Yorkeys Knob Old School Park Yorkeys Knob Community Centre Yorkeys Knob Residents Association 5.00pm / Free / Family Cairns Succulent Christmas Market 2019 Cairns Show Grounds Cairns Succulent Market 8.00am / Free / Family THURSDAY 12 DECEMBER Cairns Taipans vs Perth Wildcats Cairns Convention Centre www.taipans.com 6.30pm / Check Website / Family
Santa Comes to Toddler Time Jump Mania www.jumpmania.com.au 9.00am / Check Website / 0-5 Yrs Foodie Fridays at DFO DFOOD at DFO Cairns www.dfocairns.com.au 5.00pm / Free / Family CBWC Christmas with Cal Wilson Cairns Convention Centre www.cbwc.org.au 11.30am / $69-89 / Adults Hit103.5 Cavalcade of Lights Cairns Showgrounds www.hit.com.au 3.00pm / Free / Family
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WHAT’S ON DEC DEC SATURDAY 14 DECEMBER
WEDNESDAY 18 DECEMBER
The Best Christmas Pageant Ever Munro Martin Parklands www.ticketlink.com.au 5.00pm / $10.50-$15.75 / Family
Stable on the Strand Runs until 22 December The Strand, Townsville www.stableonthestrand.com.au 5.30pm / Free / Family
Holloways Beach Christmas Carols Holloways Beach Sports Club www.hollowaysbeach markets.com 5.30pm / Free / Family
THURSDAY 19 DECEMBER
Christmas Community Artisan Fair Shields St between Sheridan and Grafton Artists At Work Cairns 5.00pm / Free / Family
SUNDAY 22 DECEMBER
SUNDAY 15 DECEMBER Yungaburra Christmas Market Bruce Jones Park, Yungaburra Yungaburra Markets 7.30am / Free / Family MONDAY 16 DECEMBER Minecraft Digital Design Workshops Runs until 19 December Botanic Gardens Visitor Centre www.cairnsminecraft.com 10.00am / $50 for two day workshop / 10+ Yrs Launchpad for Life Workshop Hilton Cairns Life Sumo 10.00am / $20 / Young Adults TUESDAY 17 DECEMBER Santa Arriving by Chopper Cazalys www.cazalys.com.au 11.00am / Free / Family
Niesar Painting Christmas Twilight Race Day Cannon Park Racecourse www.cairnsjockeyclub.com.au 12.00pm / $10 / Family
Cairns Taipans vs Adelaide 36ers Cairns Convention Centre www.taipans.com 4.00pm / Check Website / Family
Christmas Lunch at Kingford's Pullman Cairns International www.pullmancairns international.com.au 12.00pm / $210-$230 / Adults Christman Dinner at Coco's Kitchen + Bar Pullman Cairns International www.pullmancairns international.com.au 6.00pm / $77.50-$160 / Family Christmas Day Lunch Green Island www.greatadventures.com.au 8.30am / $94-$202 / Family Christmas Day Feast on Fitzroy Island Fitzroy Island Resort www.fitzroyisland.com 8.00am / $40-$169 / Family
TUESDAY 24 DECEMBER
TUESDAY 31 DECEMBER
Christmas Lights Run/Walk Greenslopes St, Opposite Rondo Theatre Cairns Dynamic Running 6.45pm / Free / Family
Cairns Taipans vs S.E. Melbourne Phoenix Cairns Convention Centre www.taipans.com 7.00pm / Check Website / Family
Christmas Eve Buffet King Reef Resort www.kingreef.com.au 11.30am / $12-$70 / Family WEDNESDAY 25 DECEMBER Christmas Day Lunch Pullman Port Douglas Sea Temple Resort and Spa www.pullmanport douglas.com.au 12.00pm / $79-$199 / Family Christmas Day Lunch Pullman Palm Cove Sea Temple Resort and Spa www.pullmanpalmcove.com.au 12.00pm / $69-$199 / Family
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NYE Resolution Fun Run Fogarty Park www.cairns.qld.gov.au 7.00pm / Free / Family Crystalbrook Collection New Year's Eve Fogarty Park www.cairns.qld.gov.au 5.00pm / Free / Family New Years Eve 2019 Pullman Cairns International www.pullmancairns international.com.au 5.30pm / Check Website / Adults
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REGULAR MARKETS Esplanade Markets
Malanda Markets
Date: Every Saturday
Date: 3rd Saturday of the month
Time: From 8.00am - 4.00pm
Time: From 7.30am - 12.30pm
Location: Lagoon, Cairns
Location: Malanda Showgrounds
Herberton Markets
(opposite Jack May Park)
Date: 3rd Sunday of the month
Mossman Community
Time: From 7.30am - 12 noon
Markets
Location: Wondecla Showgrounds
Date: Every Saturday
Night Markets
Time: 7.00am - 1.00pm
Date: Daily
Location: St David’s Anglican
Time: 4.30pm - 11.00pm
Church, under the Raintrees
Location: 71 - 75 The Esplanade
Holloways Beach Markets
Port Douglas Markets
Date: 2nd Sunday of the month
Date: Every Sunday
Time: From 8.00am - 1.00pm
Time: From 8.00am - 2.00pm
Location: Holloways Beachfront
Location: Market Park
Mount Sheridan
Palm Cove Markets
Plaza Markets
Date: 1st Sunday of the month April
Date: 2nd Sunday of the month,
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Time: 8.00am – 2.00pm
Time: From 9.00am - 3.00pm
Location: Williams Esplanade
Location: Mount Sheridan Plaza
Ravenshoe Markets Date: 4th Sunday of the month Time: 8.00am - 12 noon Location: Tumoulin Railway Station
Tolga Markets Date: 1st Sunday of the month Time: 7.00am - 12 noon Location: Morrow Park Racecourse
Rusty's Markets Date: Every Friday and Saturday Time: 5.00am - 6.00pm Date: Every Sunday Time: 5.00am - 3.00pm Location: 57 - 89 Grafton St, City
Yungaburra Markets Date: 4th Saturday of the month (3rd Sunday in Dec) Time: From 7.30am - 12.30pm Location: Bruce Jones Park
Atherton Lions Club Indoor Markets Date: Every 2nd Sunday of the Month Time: From 7.00am - 12 noon Location: Merriland Hall (Robert St) Tanks Art Centre Markets Date: Last Sunday of the month (Apr to Nov excluding Aug) Time: From 9.00am - 2.00pm Location: Tanks Art Centre, Collins Avenue, Edge Hill
Gordonvale Cottage Markets Date: 1st Saturday of the month Time: 8.00am - 12 noon Location: Norman Park, Gordonvale Kuranda Original Rainforest Markets Date: Open daily Time: 9.30am - 3.00pm Location: 13 Therwine St Kuranda Heritage Markets Date: Open daily Time: 9.30am - 3.30pm Location: 2 Rob Veivers Dr
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REGULAR EVENTS CAIRNS INDOOR SPORTS In2soccer
Days: 1st Thursday of the month Times: 10.00am - 11.00am
Days: Mondays (during school term) Time/Cost: 4.30pm, rego: $15, term from $65. (6+ years)
Location: Manunda Library Days: 1st Wednesday of the month Times: 10.00am - 11.00am
Days: Wednesdays (during school term) Time/Cost: 4.30pm, from $65 (10 wks) (3 - 6 years)
Location: Smithfield Library Days: Tuesdays Times: 10.00am - 11.00am
Milo In2cricket
Location: Stratford Library Days: 2nd Tuesday of the month Times: 10.00am - 11.00am
Days: Fridays (during school term) Time/Cost: 4.30pm, from $45 INFLATABLE KINGDOM Days: Daily Times: 9.00am - 12.00pm Tiny Tots during school term. 9.00am - 4.00pm all inflatable on weekends, public holidays and school holidays. Location: Cairns Indoor Sports, 164 Mayers St, Manunda
first5forever Baby Rhyme Times Location: City Library Days: 4th Thursday of the month Times: 10.00am - 10.30am Location: Earlville Library Days: 1st and 3rd Tuesdays of the month Times: 10.00am - 10.30am
open on Thursday 2nd January (please note, there will be no Storytimes delivered on the 2nd). EDMONTON SCOUT HALL
Days: Thursdays Time: 6.30am - 7.30am Location: Lagoon Deck
Edmonton Club Scouts
Active Living Skateboarding
Days: Thursdays (Ages 8 -10) Days: Tuesdays (Ages 11 -14) Time: 6.30pm - 8.30pm Location: Edmonton Scout Hall
Days: Thursdays Time: 5.00pm – 6.00pm Location: Esplanade Skate Park
FREE FITNESS ON THE ESPLANADE Active Living Bouldering Days: Mondays Time: 5.00pm – 6.00pm Location: Bouldering Park Active Living Beach Volleyball Days: Tuesdays Time: 5.30pm - 6.30pm Location: Volleyball courts Active Living Zumba Fitness
first5forever Storytime
Location: Manunda Library Days: 4th Tuesday of the month Times: 10.00am - 10.30am
Location: Babinda Library Days: 3rd Monday of the month Times: 10.00am - 11.00am
Location: Smithfield Library Days: 2nd Thursday of the month Times: 10.00am - 10.30am
Location: City Library Days: Wednesdays Times: 10.00am - 11.00am
Location: Stratford Library Days: 3rd Thursday of the month Times: 10.00am - 10.30am
Days: Wednesdays Time: 6.30am – 7.30am Location: Fogarty Park
Location: Earlville Library Days: Thursdays Times: 10.00am - 11.00am
More info: www.cairns.qld.gov.au/library
Active Living Aqua Zumba
LIBRARIES
Location: Edmonton Library
Cairns Library branches close for the Christmas period and are back
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Active Living Pilates
Days: Tuesdays Time: 5.30pm - 6.30pm Location: Fogarty Park Active Living Chi Gong & Flow Yoga
Days: Wednesdays Time: 5.30pm - 6.30pm Location: The Lagoon
Active Living Fitness Playground Days: Saturdays Time: 8.00am - 9.00am Location: Aqua Café by the Lagoon Sahaja Yoga Meditation Days: Saturdays Time: 7.30am - 8.30am Location: Western Event Lawn Active Living Aqua Aerobics Days: Saturdays Time: 9.00am - 10.00am Location: Cairns Esplanade Lagoon UMA AUSTRALIA - MARTIAL ARTS FOR EVERYBODY General Classes Days: Monday to Thursday 1st Class Time: 5.30pm – 6.15pm 2nd Class Time: 6.30pm – 7.30pm Day: Saturday 1st Class Time: 9.00am – 9.45am 2nd Class Time: 10.00am – 11.00am Quote PakMag and receive 1 month training and 2 belt tests free!
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TERRIFIC TEACHERS BRIOHNY JONES
EMMA DIXON
Our Lady of the Sacred Heart School, Hammond Island
St Joseph’s Parish School, Weipa
“My Aunty Betty inspired me to become a teacher. We share passion and dedication in teaching Indigenous kids and a commitment to improving Indigenous student outcomes. This is my fourth year of teaching. I am very passionate about teaching and love to share the power of reading, and what it does for you, our communities, and our world. Dr. Seuss's quote sums it up nicely, “The more that you read, the more things you will know… The more that you learn, the more places you’ll go”. A song that represents my life is Best Part of Me by Busby Marou. It’s about boating, camping, fishing, and days at the beach.”
“I became a teacher to change the lives of young people. It sounds cliché, but it’s true! I believe teachers change kids’ trajectories. Teaching is the noblest profession around, and I am very proud to work in this field. My favourite subject to teach is English, specifically reading. My funniest memory was when a student raced into the classroom yelling that there was an animal in someone’s bag. I went out to the bag racks and one of them was on the floor wiggling slightly. It turned out that a student had brought in their guinea pig for show and tell.”
secretary.ti@cns.catholic.edu.au www.olsh.qld.edu.au
secretary.weipa@cns.catholic.edu.au www.stjosephsweipa.qld.edu.au
STACEY EDMONDS
JAMES GYNTHER
St Joseph’s Parish School, Weipa
Trinity Anglican School
“I decided to become a teacher because I enjoyed helping my younger siblings and friends from up the street with their schooling. Being able to help others is something I enjoy doing, and I’ve now been teaching for 11 years.
“My old history teacher demonstrated how fun you could make education. I always wanted to be able to do what he did. I’ve been teaching for six years, and my favourite subject to teach is Legal Studies.
No two days are the same and there is always something funny happening. Young children always make me laugh. My favourite subject to teach changes every year depending on my students. This year, it is science – my students love it. I could teach science all day every day, and they would still want more.”
One of my funniest memories was trying to drop the habit of addressing the class as ‘guys’. After doing it yet again, I joked to my students to throw something at me if I continued to do it. Later that day, I accidently said it again and was pelted with a barrage of erasers by the whole class, who thought it was the best thing ever."
secretary.weipa@cns.catholic.edu.au www.stjosephsweipa.qld.edu.au
tas@tas.qld.edu.au www.tas.qld.edu.au
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Advertiser Feature
TERRIFIC TEACHERS LUELLA TYLER Our Lady of the Sacred Heart School, Thursday Island
TREVOR MILEVSKIY Good Counsel College, Innisfail
“My parents really liked education and always taught us to value it. My mum always liked the idea of becoming a teacher, but she never did. Now five of her children, including myself, are teachers. I have been a teacher for 27 years, and my favourite subject to teach is Maths.
“I became a teacher because during my senior years at high school, I was involved with the School Cadets and enjoyed training the younger Cadets. My mother worked as a school librarian and encouraged me to be a teacher. I have been teaching for 40 years.
I love seeing my past students. One of them wanted to be a designer, and she ended up starting her own business. The very first piece of clothing she created was a jacket she named after me, and sent it to me as a thank you.”
I have had far too many funny memories over the years, but if I had to pick one, it would be every time a student comes to the realisation that you actually do know what you are talking about. My favourite subjects to teach are Digital Technologies and Forensic Science.”
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gcc.gcounsel@cns.catholic.edu.au www.gcc.qld.edu.au
STEVE MCDONOUGH
GEORGE LITSBERGER
St Augustine’s College, Parramatta Park “I’ve always been drawn to jobs that give to others and with a few teachers in my family, I grew up with a healthy respect for the profession. I always saw teaching as a job that makes a difference, and was hooked after my first prac in university. Every day is different and it is such a privilege to be an important part of so many lives. I’ve been teaching for 17 years.
Freshwater Christian College “As a student in high school, I struggled across several subjects. And while I didn't take action to help myself, I was very willing to help everyone else. Isn't that funny? As I started to help my peers, they began to see the light.
One of the greatest things about teaching is the opportunity to have a laugh with your colleagues and students. Laughing daily – even at yourself – is important.”
It has never gotten old seeing someone's face transform from a grumbling "I don't even know where to start" attitude into a bright reaction that says "Ohhh, I get it now!" It was then that I realised teaching was for me, and I still get the same thrill, joy and laughter today when I see a student's face change when they find the light.”
sac.admin@cns.catholic.edu.au www.sac.qld.edu.au
info@freshwatercc.qld.edu.au www.freshwatercc.qld.edu.au
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Advertorial
A fresh approach
The Cairns region’s first new school to open in 18 years expands into secondary next year. MacKillop Catholic College at Mount Peter will boast modern, cuttingedge facilities and offer a fresh, new approach to delivery of the Australian curriculum that will equip its learners for the future. Not content to do things the way schools have always done them, the future-focused college will adopt an integrated curriculum model, project-based learning and best practice with an energetic and experienced team of teachers to lead the learning. A full range of curriculum offerings and specialty subjects will roll out in the cutting-edge specialist spaces of the Year 7 building, which is on track for completion in December. The student-friendly ‘innovation precinct’, incorporates multiple science laboratories, design and materials workshops, visual arts studios, STEM spaces, music studios and food technologies kitchens. The additional secondary multi-purpose hall (with student change rooms and food service area) is now complete and will be the focus of health and fitness education. This building will form the backbone of successive stages which will incorporate a fitness centre, dance and performing arts centre for music and drama, and a commercial quality hospitality kitchen and café.
across the board and intensive consolidation will continue as a focus for Year 7 students, to ensure ALL students master the fundamentals and ensure a firm foundation for their secondary learning journey. “MacKillop seeks to draw out the best from every person; student, staff and family member alike. This sense of openness to the other and striving for inclusivity is a guiding principle in the way we do things at MacKillop,” Principal Luke Reed said. “Expanding our students’ capacities – hearts, minds and spirits – we partner with families in calling forth the best from them.” MacKillop also strives to keep education accessible and is the most affordable of all Catholic colleges in Cairns city, once ‘bring your own device’ costs elsewhere are factored in. MacKillop’s college-provided Microsoft Surface-Pro is built into the fee structure at $125 per term over three years. The college understands that personal financial situations can fluctuate from time to time, for the better or worse. Confidential arrangements can be put in place and tailored to financial circumstances, allowing families to contribute in a reasonable and affordable manner to ensure their child’s MacKillop education continues, knowing that when circumstances improve, families will want to readjust arrangements accordingly.
Furniture goes into the new build mid-January with teachers starting on January 20 to welcome near on 100 Year 7 students on January 28.
Principal Reed strives to ensure school fees do not become a blocker and encourages those experiencing financial challenges to have a personal conversation with him in the strictest confidence.
MacKillop’s primary year level teaching teams are very pleased by students’ learning growth across the school this year. An expanded and strengthened approach to literacy and numeracy has seen significant growth
Year 7 vacancies are still available for 2020. Those looking for a great new school are urged to submit their online application or call the college on 4081 7600 to arrange a tour of the school.
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All Things Tweens and Teens
ALL THINGS TWEENS AND TEENS BRACES Braces
SLEEP Patterns PATTERNS Sleep
While people of all ages get braces, it’s most common to get them during the teenage years. Orthodontic treatment is a common procedure to endure during adolescence, but some tweens feel nervous or self-conscious about the idea of having them.
Do you remember pulling your first all-nighter? Chances are, it was probably during your teens. While it can be exciting to stay up all night at a sleepover (or lessexciting to stay up all night studying), it’s important to remember that sleep is food for the brain. When your brain is hungry for sleep, it will get it – sometimes when you least expect it.
Remind your child that their braces will essentially change their life for the better, and how exciting it will be for them to see their new smile when the braces come off. Many orthodontists give patients the choice to bedazzle their braces with coloured elastics for a little individuality. If your teen is really selfconscious about the idea of metal braces, there’s always the option of looking into ceramic braces (which are less visible) or Invisalign (which are completely clear retainers). And, if your teen asks if braces hurt, the answer is quite simple – it doesn’t hurt to have them put on, but your child may experience some discomfort after the wires are tightened.
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Business
BUSINESS NEWS FAMILY DENTAL PRACTICE A Family-Friendly COMING TO THE SOUTHSIDE Beachside Getaway After growing up in a country town in Western Canada and developing a passion for dentistry, Darren knew he wanted to take this passion to Far North Queensland.
Family Fun at King Reef Resort is back! Local families can enjoy a beachside getaway without breaking the budget because the kids will stay and dine for free (conditions apply).
Darren enjoys being part of a small community where everyone recognises and supports each other. With Pyramid Family Dental, he aims to provide a welcoming and friendly environment where the people of Gordonvale and surrounding areas can access a broad range of dental services for the family. There will be a strong focus on helping anxious patients feel at ease when getting the treatment they need. Due for a check-up? Pyramid Family Dental is opening soon at 5/46 Norman Street, Gordonvale. For updates on our launch date please like our Facebook Page and we will keep you updated.
King Reef Resort offers traditional family holidays at the beach. Whether you choose to stay in a beachfront cabin with a spa or bring your own camping gear, they have something for everyone. Add to that the lovely beachfront bistro, bar and café they have even taken care of the cooking.
Get the kids off their devices and spend some quality family time together at the beach! BUSINESS INDEX Drops of Vitality with Karen
Healthy Me: Massage, Reflexology, Reiki
Learn about doTERRA Essential Oils to create a healthy home and happy body. Drops of Vitality with Karen p 0417 889 788
Enjoy a massage at home! Free travel Gordonvale - Clifton Beach. 7 days. Healthy Me Cairns p 0432 451 413 www.healthymemassage.com.au
Intimo - Raylene Srhoj
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Professional Bra Fit Specialist providing fittings and styling. Sizes 8A – 24G. Book your Appointment today. p 0407 024 299 Raylene Srhoj Stylist
Doggy daycare, pet grooming and dog training. Two locations; Portsmith and Marlin Coast. p 4041 6096 or 4057 8218 m 0431 213 971
Bree's Vision Voyage: 14th - 17th Jan
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Join Bree's Vision Voyage in Bali and make 2020 your best year yet! Learn, laugh and gain clarity on what you really want from life. Only $995* www.breejames.com/visionvoyage
The workbook for creating the life of your dreams. Free your mind, gain clarity and establish what matters to you. Pre-order yours now for only $39.95 www.myvisionbook.com.au
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We bring Australian wildlife, marine creatures and insects to your birthday, school or event. Zoo To You www.zootoyou.com.au
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Travel
Ten Places to Travel With Your Family STORY Bree James Many of us dream of taking our family around the globe and showing them all the beautiful locations the world has to offer. We’ve compiled a list of some awesome places to travel to with your family, domestically and internationally.
1. Bali If you love shopping, live music and indulging in food and drinks on the beach, then Bali is for you. Featuring towering volcanoes, tropical beaches and gorgeous temples, it’s a great place to reconnect with yourself and your family. Family Accommodation: Room rates range from $80 to $400 per night on average, dependent on whether you want a homestay, hotel or private villa. Food: An adult meal costs from $2 to $15 on average. Flights: From Cairns and capital cities, an average $250 one way per person. Fun: Everyday activities are cheap. Tourism activities like zoos are priced similarly to Australian tourism operators.
2. Gold Coast Watch the sunset from Burleigh Heads, take a day trip up to Mount Tamborine, and discover the many rock pools and waterfalls. Be sure to check out Warner Bros. Movie World, Dreamworld, Wet’n’Wild and WhiteWater World. The kids will love it (and so will the big kids). Family Accommodation: Room rates range from $80 to $500 per night. There are plenty of options from holiday parks to five-star hotels. Food: An adult meal costs from $15 to $20 on average. Flights: From Cairns and capital cities, an average $150 one way per person.
Fun: Activities are priced similar to North Queensland. Theme park passes are on average $100 per adult.
3. Hong Kong Visit Hong Kong Disneyland and see the Disney Castle, meet your favourite characters, go on the rides and take in the magic. You can also check out the views from The Peak, go to Hong Kong Zoo and bask in the beauty of Kowloon Park. Family Accommodation: Room rates are generally from $150 to $300. There are many guest houses available at a lower price. Food: An adult meal costs from $10 to $20 on average. Flights: From Cairns and capital cities, an average $700 one way per person. Fun: There are plenty of free things to do. You can also book tours for $80 to $200.
4. Japan If you love snow (or have never seen it before), this is the perfect place to experience it. Karuizawa, Nagano and Niseko are great for skiing. If you’re not after a snowy experience, there are plenty of temples, shrines, museums and nature locations to see closer to the cities. Check out LEGOLAND Discovery Centre, Disneyland and DisneySea in Tokyo and Universal Studios in Osaka. Family Accommodation: Room rates are generally from $150 to $550 per night. Many hotels have an onsen (hot spring baths) for guests to use free of charge. Food: An adult meal costs from $10 to $30 on average. Flights: From Cairns and capital cities, an average $600 one way per person. Fun: Many temples and shrines are free. Museums, observatories and other attraction entry fees average $15 to $25.
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Travel
5. Italy
8. Singapore
Italy has a long Mediterranean coastline and has left a significant mark on Western culture. It’s known for its gorgeous architecture, delicious food, rolling green hills and rich history. Explore the famous Colosseum, do a pizza making class, take a picture holding up The Leaning Tower of Pisa and float down the canals in Venice.
The lively city of Singapore is buzzing with culture, boasting jaw-dropping architecture in a tropical environment. Marvel at the huge solar “supertrees”, see the Merlion and visit the Artscience Museum. Sentosa Island has over 20 attractions including Universal Studios, KidZania, Southeast Asia Aquarium and Adventure Cove Waterpark.
Family Accommodation: Room rates range from $100 to $800. Many hotels hand villas have beautiful architecture.
Family Accommodation: Room rates generally range from $150 to $600, including hotels, resorts and motels.
Food: An adult meal costs from $20 to $30 on average. Flights: From Cairns and capital cities, an average $1500 one way per person.
Food: An adult meal costs from $8 to $20 on average. Flights: From Cairns and capital cities flights cost an average $800 one way per person.
Fun: Many historical sites ask for an admission fee averaging $20 to $40, but many are free.
Fun: There are many free things to do. Activities such as zoos, Universal Studios and LEGOLAND average $60 to $100.
6. New Zealand
9. South Africa
On the North Island, you’ll find brilliant museums, gorgeous coastal towns and awesome gushing geysers. If you’re a fan of Lord of the Rings (or general fantasy stuff), be sure to visit the Hobbiton Movie Set in Matamata. On the South Island, you’ll find snowcapped mountains, beautiful lakes and the amazing Banks Peninsula which has penguins, dolphins and pretty birds.
When you think of a family holiday, South Africa is probably not the first place to come to mind – but it’s well worth it. It has gorgeous beaches, towering mountains and wide-open savannahs. A safari is a must. Look for elephants, hippos, giraffes, lions, rhinos and much more. To save money, hire a car and do a self-drive tour of a national park like Kruger.
Family Accommodation: Average room rates are from $70 to $600 per night. There are plenty of options including holiday parks, hotels and cottages. Food: An adult meal costs from $15 to $30 on average. Flights: From Cairns and capital cities, an average $600 one way per person. Fun: Tourism activities like zoos are priced like most Australian tourism operators. There are plenty of free nature attractions to visit.
7. The Whitsundays The Whitsundays is a location straight out of a dream. With 74 islands, a tropical climate and white sandy beaches, it’s the very definition of paradise. Wander among incredible coral, fly over the iconic Heart Reef, go on a rafting adventure and swim, hike and relax. Family Accommodation: Room rates are generally from $150 to $800 per night. Stay at a hotel, resort, apartment or holiday villa. Food: An adult meal costs from $15 to $20 on average. Flights: From Cairns and other major cities flights are an average of $480 one way per person (or a seven-hour drive from Cairns and three hours from Townsville). Fun: There are many places to see for free. Day tours average $120 per person, but there are shorter tours available for as little as $40.
Kruger Family Accommodation: Family room costs range from $90. Options include Rondavels and luxury tents. South Africa Family Accommodation: Hotels, beachfront apartments, rondavels and farm cottages range from $90 to $600. Food: An adult meal costs from $6 to $15 on average. Flights: From Cairns and capital cities, an average of $800 one way per person. Fun: There are awesome locations to visit for free. Safari pricing averages $90 to $200 per day, unless you selfdrive where you only pay the park’s fee.
10. Germany Germany is home to enchanting castles, interactive museums and beautiful forests. It also has a number of theme parks, such as Europa-Park, Heide Park, Phantasialand and Tropical Islands Waterpark, the world’s biggest indoor rainforest. Family Accommodation: Rooms range from $100 to $400, including hotels, apartments and villas. Food: An adult meal costs from $15 to $30 on average. Flights: From Cairns and capital cities flights are an average $1200 one way per person. Fun: Castle tours range from $60 to $100. Activities such as zoos and aquariums average $25.
If you want to see more about these locations, check out more travel blogs and vlogs about these locations on www.pakmag.com.au and PakMag TV on YouTube.
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Celebrate
HOSTING A MAGICAL CHRISTMAS LUNCH There is nothing quite like the magic of Christmas. Lunch provides a great opportunity to catch up with the whole family, and here are a few ways to make the big day truly magical. Delightful Decorations The glittery baubles, twinkling lights and festive colour schemes all make this time of the year so special. Create a gorgeous centrepiece on your table using a mini Christmas tree, tinsel and reindeer figurines. Alternatively, use a cake stand to creatively layer your decorations. You can even carry the magic of the table to other areas of the house, such as the coffee table or TV stand. Be sure to keep a bin nearby when it’s time for Christmas crackers and opening presents. Great Games
Fantastic Food Once everyone is settled and happily chatting, it’s time to bring out some nibbles. Entertain your guests with bite-sized delicious foods in the forms of skewers, bruschetta, devilled eggs with smoked salmon or fresh local oysters. Don’t be afraid to include some party classics such as crackers with cheese and mini sausage rolls. They’ll be a hit with the kids and adults alike. Then, it’s time to pile the table high with ham, turkey and seafood! While the classic Christmas lunch mains are mouth-watering, why not shake it up and try something a little different this year? Try a rolled pork belly, grilled seafood platter or brie, walnut and cranberry stuffing for the turkey. Later in the afternoon, serve up a deliciously sweet dessert. Go for a classic pavlova or something a little bit different to surprise your guests – it’s only one day a year, so feel free to indulge.
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Elevate your Christmas lunch by providing a few ice breakers, guessing games or other activities for your guests. For instance, you can have each visitor guess the number of ornaments you have on your tree. Whoever gets the correct number (or closest to the correct number) gets to take home a small gift.
You can also play spoons with candy canes and a deck of cards, a Christmas-themed “guess who” or a festive scavenger hunt. If all else fails, a game of Christmas charades is sure to provide some laughs and get everyone into a festive mood.
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Advertorial
Queensland X-Ray Cairns opens new EOS scanner Queensland X-Ray has been operating in Cairns for over 30 years, and has three comprehensive practices in the local community. Serving a region that looks after patients from Cairns, Innisfail, Atherton, Mareeba, Port Douglas and Cape York, Queensland X-Ray is constantly fine tuning their operations to better accommodate the needs of their patients. Recently, Queensland X-Ray extended their opening hours so that MRI appointments are now available seven days per week, with general x-ray’s and OPG’s (dental x-rays) available until 7.00pm on weeknights. This is especially helpful for busy parents who don’t always have the time to take children for an x-ray appointment during normal working hours. At the end of November, Queensland X-Ray became the only radiology group in the region to offer EOS studies. What is EOS? Traditionally when a doctor or allied health professional sent a patient for a full spine x-ray, three separate x-rays were needed. One for the thoracic region, one for the cervical and one for the lumbar spine.
This was because the x-ray beam was not wide enough to capture the entire length of the spine in one single scan, so three needed to be completed and a special program was used to fuse or stitch the images together. The downsides to this type of x-ray are that it takes longer to acquire the full spine image due to 3 scans being performed and that by fusing the images together, distortions may occur which in turn could impact the quality of the study. Now with the introduction of EOS, full length spine x-rays can be performed in a single exposure which takes about 30 to 40 seconds making it significantly faster and more convenient for patients! EOS is also considered to be the “gold standard” diagnostic tool for assessing scoliosis in children (a condition involving a curvature of the spine), as it provides more detailed images than what was previously possible with conventional x-rays. This makes it easier for health professionals to identify issues of the spine and lower limbs, allowing for more accurate and tailored treatment plans to be potentially initiated much sooner.
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Recipes
LOCAL PRODUCE recipes RECIPES
Apricot APRICOT Glazed GLAZED CHRISTMAS Ham HAM Christmas
CRANBERRY QUARK AND FETTA CHEESE BALLS
RECIPE Darinda Chapman, Cairns Bulk Meats
RECIPE Tracie Frater, Mungalli Creek Dairy
Ham Ingredients 1 smoked ham from Cairns Bulk Meats (bone in) ½ cup water Whole Cloves
Glaze Ingredients ½ cup apricot jam 3 tbsp brown sugar 1 tbsp wholegrain mustard ½ tbsp apple cider vinegar
Method Position the oven rack in the bottom third of oven. Heat oven to 160°C. Using a sharp knife, cut the thick rind off the ham to expose the fat underneath. Leave about 10 centimetres of the rind intact, covering the narrow shank end. Score the fat in a diamond pattern, pressing one clove into the centre of each diamond shape. Transfer the ham to a shallow roasting pan and pour water in. Cover with heavy-duty foil and roast for 40 minutes. Mix the apricot jam, brown sugar, wholegrain mustard and apple cider vinegar. Remove the ham from the oven and brush with one-third of the glaze mixture. Return to oven and bake uncovered. Brush the ham with the remaining glaze every 15 minutes or until internal temperature reaches 70°C. Remove the ham from the oven and let it rest for 20 minutes. Transfer to a platter, garnish with thyme and rosemary and enjoy.
Makes 20 balls These cheese balls are loaded with taste, and make for a great appetiser. Ingredients 1 cup Mungalli Creek Dairy Fetta 1 cup Mungalli Creek Dairy Quark 1 cup chopped pecans or walnuts ½ cup chopped dried cranberries ¼ cup chopped fresh parsley Pepper, to taste Method Add the fetta and quark to a bowl, and combine with a fork. Grate some pepper over the mixture to taste, and mix in. Using a spoon, scoop out the mixture and form into little balls. Make them smaller than the size of a round cracker if you intend to serve them on crackers. Place the nuts, dried cranberries and parsley a bowl and stir to combine. Roll the balls through each bowl to coat them with nuts, cranberries and fresh parsley. Transfer them over to a platter and place in the fridge until serving time.
Darinda's Tip: Cover the ham and let it come to room temperature before baking.
Tracie's Tip: These are deliciously versatile; try rolling them through sesame seeds, green onions or lemon zest. You can even add chopped red capsicum alongside fresh green herbs for a festive colour. The sky is the limit!
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Home
LOVING SUMMER LIVING With Megan and Michelle from Freedom Cairns Summer is upon us, so it’s time to turn on the aircon, get the sun dresses out and prepare for days spent by the pool’s edge. While we may not experience a white Christmas up in North Queensland, putting our own tropical twist on it is just as awesome. Let in the Light Make good use of those sunny days by opening the curtains and letting the light in. Incorporating lighter colours all around the house will give the rooms a refreshed look. This is the perfect time of the year to relax on the patio with an iced tea (or glass of wine) in hand.
Tropical Boho Vibes Summer and boho style go hand-in-hand. Incorporate this into the home by selecting some items with tassels (a basket or tote bag is great for storage), and a plant or two is never a bad idea.
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School Holiday Guide
SCHOOL HOLIDAY GUIDE DFO CAIRNS Foodie Fridays at DFO, Friday 13th December from 5.00pm – Celebrate the end of the school year with delicious nibbles at Foodie Fridays. Along with yummy local food, there will also be free giant yard games, a family movie screening, a jumping castle, face painting and great vibes. Santa, Monday 2nd – Tuesday 24th December, 10.00am – 2.00pm weekdays and 10.00am – 3.00pm weekends – Come and visit the big man in red! No bookings required. Frozen Wonderland Christmas Ice Skating & Tobogganing, Monday 2nd December – Monday 27th January, 9.30am, 11.30am, 1.30pm & 3.30pm daily – Gather your friends and go ice skating. $20 for over 15 years, $16 for 14 and under, $22 for a parent and child (child five years and under). Skating aids available for $15. No bookings required. BYO long socks.
Christmas Carols & Band by Tropical Brass, Saturday 21st – Monday 23rd December, 11.00am – 1.00pm daily – Get into the spirit with some festive tunes. A 274 Mulgrave Rd, Westcourt P 4051 7444 DFO Cairns www.dfocairns.com.au
CAIRNS CENTRAL Santa photos – Cairns Central’s Christmas Photography will be operating during the centre’s trading hours. You can meet Santa any day between now and Christmas Eve in the brand-new setting at Centre Stage, themed as a magical wonderland.
Candy Cane Dash, Monday 2nd, 9th, 16th and 23rd December, 10.00am daily – Come on down and participate in the Candy Cane Dash every Monday until Christmas. Bookings required. BYO stocking.
Christmas in the City, Sunday 1st December, from 10.30am – Enjoy FREE activities such as Christmas cardmaking, carollers, roaming performers and an Elsa party. Join the parade in the afternoon to the Esplanade Lagoon where there will be even more family entertainment and the official Christmas tree lights switch on.
Christmas Felt Stocking Workshop, Monday 16th – Friday 20th December, 10.00am – 1.00pm daily – Make your very own Christmas felt stocking to take home. No bookings required.
A 1-21 McLeod St, Cairns City P 4041 4111 Cairns Central www.cairnscentral.com.au
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School Holiday Guide
THE YOUNG COMPANY Step into the spotlight with TYC’s summer drama programs. Holiday Hullabaloo, A Despicable Christmas Eve – 10th - 13th December, suitable for ages 5-12 A Seussified Christmas Carol, The Musical – 10th - 14th December, suitable for ages 10-18 Merry Grinch-Mas, A Who-Tastic Holiday – 17th - 20th December, suitable for ages 5-12 Phantom of the Soap Opera, The Musical – 17th - 20th December, suitable for ages 10-18 Super Sonic Clash, A Digital Diabolical Meltdown – 7th - 10th January, suitable for ages 5-12 Marvellous Mayhems, The Roald Dahl Expedition – 14th - 17th January, suitable for ages 5-12 All Aboard for Broadway, The Musical – 14-18th January, suitable for ages 10-18 Magic Voyage to Fantasia and Beyond – 21-24th January, suitable for ages 5-12 Rock Bottom, Flinstone-esk The Musical – 21-24th January, suitable for ages 10-18 Grab your early bird savings today or organise a layby. A 169-171 Bunda St, Cairns City P 4041 4066 The Young Company (TYC) www.theyoungcompany.com.au
CAIRNS LIBRARIES
Christmas Cards and Tags, Gordonvale Library: 19th December from 10.30am-noon (7+). No bookings required. Summer Reading Club – Join the Summer Reading Club 40-day reading challenge and collect a FREE program pack from any Cairns Libraries branch. Let the summer reading fun begin. Stay tuned for PakMag’s January school holiday guide or check out the Cairns Libraries website for the exciting January activities. P 4044 3784 Cairns Libraries www.cairns.qld.gov.au/library
SMITHFIELD SHOPPING CENTRE 24 Days of Christmas Giveaways – Share in $15,000 worth of prizes. Simply spend $30 or more at any Smithfield store to enter the daily prize giveaway draw. Terms and conditions apply, visit website for details. Santa Photos, daily until Christmas Eve – Capture your special moment with Santa at Smithfield this Christmas. Every child who has a photo taken will receive a free gift. Located at the Kmart Forecourt. For full session times, visit the website. Christmas Decoration Craft Workshop, Monday 16th – Friday 20th December, 10.00am-3.00pm daily – Create Christmas decoration crafts to take home for family and friends. Located outside Woolworths. Bookings are essential and can be made by calling the Customer Service Desk on 4038 9312.
STEAM – Lego We Do, Earlville Library: 16th December from 10.00am-11.00am (7+) and 2.30pm – 3.30pm (9+). Bookings required.
A Cnr Captain Cook & Kennedy Highways, Smithfield P 4038 1006 Smithfield Shopping Centre www.smithfieldcentre.com.au
STEAM – Spheros, Stratford Library: 17th December from 10.00am-11.00am (6+) and 11.30am – 12.30pm (6+). Bookings required.
JUMP MANIA
The White Wizard, Manunda Library: 17th December from 10.00am-11.00am (all ages). No bookings required. The White Wizard, Smithfield Library: 19th December from 10.00am-11.00am (all ages). No bookings required. Christmas Craft, City Library: 17th December from 10.30am-noon (all ages). No bookings required. Christmas Craft, Earlville Library: 18th December from 10.00am-11.30am (all ages). No bookings required. Recycled Christmas Craft, Edmonton Library: 18th December from 10.00am-11.30am (all ages). No bookings required.
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Jump Mania is an indoor jumping trampoline park responsible for bringing the trampoline revolution to Cairns. A 1,000 square metre airconditioned warehouse with wall-to-wall trampolines making backyard trampolining a thing of the past. Check out their website for session times and events. Cost: $16 for one hour of jump time (online bookings) and $2.50 for compulsory Jump Mania grip socks (yours to keep). A Raintrees Shopping Centre, 118A Corner Koch, Alfred Street, Manunda P 4212 4066 E manager@jumpmania.com.au Jump Mania Trampoline Park www.jumpmania.com.au
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MOUNT SHERIDAN PLAZA
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Check out the festive activities happening at Mount Sheridan Plaza this December.
Learn how to maximise your body’s force-producing capabilities through easy to learn martial arts movements. It is not designed for sport competition, but rather for individuals to learn practical self-defence skills. Classes cater for children as young as three.
Santa Photos, daily until Christmas Eve – Meet Santa and his helpers and have a picture taken at the Plaza this year. Pay them a visit and take home a complimentary gift. No bookings required. Don’t forget to bring your wish list. Sensory Santa, 1st December, 9.00am-10.00am – Mount Sheridan Plaza understands that having family photos with Santa can be a stressful experience, so they have arranged a Sensory Santa session without the hustle, bustle and sensory overload. Christmas Community Markets, 8th and 15th December, 9.00am-3.00pm – This year’s annual Christmas Community Markets will feature over 35 local stallholders with foods, plants, crafts, clothing, health products, homewares, jewellery, toys and much more. There will also be free children’s entertainment and live music. A 106 Barnard Drive Mt Sheridan P 4036 3150 Mt Sheridan Plaza www.mtsheridanplaza.com.au
PAKMAG CHRISTMAS PARTY Join us at Cazalys on Sunday 8th December from 10.00am to 11.30am for a fantastic festive time at PakMag’s Christmas Party! There will be festive games, loads of prizes, a visit from the jolly man himself and FREE family fun. Dress festive for your chance to win. Thousands of candy canes to go around! A Cazalys, 344 Mulgrave Rd, Cairns P 4053 3331 PakMag Cairns www.pakmag.com.au
MUNGALLI CREEK DAIRY The Farmhouse Café is situated in the heart of the farm and serves decadent meals as well as morning and afternoon tea, using dairy products and locally sourced organic produce. The location boasts gorgeous views of the rolling hills of the farm, rainforests and Mt Bartle Frere in the background. A 254 Brooks Rd, Ellinjaa P 4097 2232 Mungalli Creek Dairy www.mungallicreekdairy.com.au
One month of training and two belt tests free of charge if you mention PakMag. A 21 Donaldson St, Manunda P Master Barry Hampton 0414 782 189
STABLE ON THE STRAND North Queensland’s Christmas Festival, Stable on the Strand, will be an amazing place for families to relax, have fun and experience Christmas in story, song and festivity. See Shepherds minding their sheep, wise men and their camels, King Herod and his soldiers and of course Mary, Joseph and a real baby Jesus all in period costume. Children will love dress-ups, hammering nails at the carpenter’s workshop and ‘fishing’ in the pond. New this year is a fabulous Puppet Show sharing the Christmas story in a most unique way. Stable on the Strand is a FREE event. Check out Stable on the Strand from Wednesday 18th – Sunday 22nd December from 5.30pm-9.30pm daily at the Strand Park. A Strand Park, Townsville Stable On The Strand www.stableonthestrand.com
JAMIE GOSLING FOOTBALL ACADEMY Join Jamie Gosling Football Academy for more soccer fun these holidays. Football Holiday Clinics available (for boys and girls aged 5-16 years old of all abilities). Learn skills and techniques, participate in team games and the World Cup, win prizes and, most of all, have fun. Week 1 – Tuesday 17th – Thursday 19th December, 9.00am-12.00pm Week 2 – Tuesday 14th – Thursday 16th January, 9.00am-12.00pm Week 3 – Tuesday 21st – Thursday 23rd January, 9.00am-12.00pm Cost: $85 for three days or $35 per day for J GFA players, or $100 for three days or $40 per day for non-JGFA players. Bookings essential. Bring soccer boots, snacks, water and a hat. A Stratford FC, cnr Magazine & Arnold St P 0450 181 626 Jamie Gosling Football Academy www.jgfa.com.au
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PARADISE PALMS Explore the adventure playground, the pool and everything else Paradise Palms has to offer. There is a circus themed play village with a super-slippery slide and awesome climbing frame, as well as beautiful Queenslander style cubby houses. Best of all is the giant 21m jumping pillow, which is fun for all ages. Be sure to check out the latest addition – a flying fox. Cost: Adults $6, children $4 for pool and playground admission. Open Monday to Sunday, 7.00am to 5.00pm. A Paradise Palms Dr, Kewarra Beach P 4059 9900 Paradise Palms Cairns www.paradisepalms.com.au
THYME 4 TEA Step into a 1950s style whimsical milk bar featuring both old favourites and new age treats (such as freakshakes). Christmas parties – Thyme 4 Tea is offering kids’ Christmas parties! The Christmas Party Platter is $100 and the Christmas Snacks Party Platter is $60, both featuring an array of yummy nibbles. Both packages are suitable for a maximum of 10 guests. Bookings essential with a 24-hour notice required. A Shop 17, Orchid Plaza, 58 Lake St P 4041 2832 Thyme 4 Tea www.thyme4tea.com.au
STOCKLAND CAIRNS Santa photos, daily until Christmas eve – Visit Santa and get a photo with him in the gorgeous new woodland themed set. Each child receives a free gift. Sensitive Santa, Sunday 1st and 8th December, 8.30 – 10.30am – Sensitive Santa offers no lines, ten-minute bookings, a chair next to Santa, an understanding Santa and photographer and quieter time outside of centre trading hours. Stay N Play, 19th – 24th December, 10.00am – 2.00pm daily – Stockland understands that shopping with kids can be stressful, which is why they are offering a free Stay N Play child minding service. Simply drop the kids
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off for up to two hours where they will be in safe hands with certified childcare workers. Please note, children must be aged between three and 12 and toilet trained. Christmas Donut Workshop, Friday 13th – Sunday 15th December – Come decorate a Christmas-themed donut. Christmas Cookie Workshop, Monday 16th – Wednesday 18th December – Come decorate a Christmas-themed cookie. Bookings are essential for workshops. Check out the website for more information and to book. A 537 Mulgrave Rd, Earlville P 4054 3066 Stockland Cairns www.stockland.com.au/cairns
CAIRNS COLONIAL CLUB Fancy a little staycation? Relax and unwind amidst 11 acres of tropical rainforest gardens with three lagoon style pools, a brand-new children’s playground and contemporary Poolside Bar & Dining facilities at the gorgeous Cairns Colonial Club. Live music Saturday and Sundays, it’s the perfect place to let the kids play while you relax. A 18-26 Cannon St, Manunda P 4053 8800 Cairns Colonial Club Resort www.cairnscolonialclub.com.au
BIKED Hire a bike and cruise down the beautiful Williams Esplanade of Palm Cove with your family these school holidays. It’s the perfect summer activity. They’ve got a variety of bikes to suit everyone as well as children’s bikes and scooters. Bike hire starts from just $15. They can even do deliveries or pick-ups of bikes within the local area. If cycling isn’t your speed, you can also hire beach accessories and toys for a great day by the shore. A 2/123 Williams Esplanade, Palm Cove P 4059 0513 Biked – Palm Cove
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CAIRNS WAKE PARK The Kids’ Club is designed for younger guests to learn the basics of kneeboarding and wakeboarding in a fun, safe and supported environment. Experienced operators and coaches are on hand, the cable runs slower and buggy pick-ups from the far corners make it much comfortable for younger riders. Suitable for children from seven years of age onwards, cost is $35 per session. Kids’ Club is on Monday, Wednesday and Friday in January from 8.30am-10.00am, bookings essential. A Skyrail Dr, Smithfield P 4038 1304 Cairns Wake Park www.cairnswakepark.com
CAZALYS Santa arriving by chopper, Tuesday 17th December at 11.00am – Santa is making a grand arrival at Cazalys in a chopper. Come and visit Santa for a photo after his big landing. A 344 Mulgrave Rd, Westcourt P 4054 1464 Cazalys Cairns www.cazalys.com.au
CAIRNS ART GALLERY Festive Garland, Monday 16th December, 10.00am – Make a festive garland just in time for Christmas. Suitable for 5 - 8 years, $18 per child. Gift Tin, Monday 16th December, 1.00pm – Paint your very own decorative tin container for a special gift. Suitable for 8 – 13 years, $21 per child. Christmas Decorations, Tuesday 17th December, 10.00am – Create a Christmas decoration to take home.
Suitable for ages 7 – 9, $17 per child. 1.00pm session suitable for ages 9 – 12, $19 per child. Miniature Assemblages, Wednesday 18th December, 10.00am – Create miniature assemblages. Suitable for ages 6 – 9, $17 per child. 1.00pm session suitable for ages 9 – 13, $19 per child. Printmaking, Thursday 19th December, 10.00am – Learn the art of printmaking. Suitable for ages 4 – 7, $18 per child. 1.00pm session suitable for ages 8 – 12, $21 per child. A Cnr Abbott & Shields St, Cairns City P 4046 4800 Cairns Art Gallery www.cairnsartgallery.com.au
TOBRUK MEMORIAL POOL Tackle the Pool Inflatable Obstacle Course – Can you jump, crawl, and slide your way through the inflatable obstacle course without getting wet? Jump Zone – Bounce around on a number of trampolines and take on the Inflatable Military Course. Conditions and costs may apply, for more information visit their website. Bookings essential. Summer Holiday Program – Tobruk Memorial Pool is running a one-week Fast Track Program and Summer Family Swim Offer. Your child will have one 30-minute lesson each day over five consecutive days which will help fast track their swimming skills. As an added bonus, the entire family swims FREE from 16th December – 12th January. Email the centre if you would like your child to participate or for more info. A 370 Sheridan St, Cairns North P 4051 2604 E tobruk@belgravialeisure.com.au Tobruk Memorial Pool www.tobrukmemorialpool.com.au
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LASERFUN
CAIRNS ZOOM & WILDLIFE DOME
Looking for an adrenaline rush these school holidays? Laserfun is Cairns’ ultimate indoor family entertainment centre with laser tag, arcade and virtual reality, awesome fun for children and adults alike. It’s recommended players are at least six years old for laser tag (no upper limit on age – everyone can join in) and at least eight years old for VR.
Cairns ZOOM & Wildlife Dome is the world’s first high ropes course in a wildlife park. Open 10.00am – 6.15pm daily, except Christmas Day. The wildlife park is suitable for ages, but ZOOM activities are suitable for children aged six and over and those over 120cm tall.
Mega Laser Tag Sessions – Enjoy three hours of laser tag fun for just $25. Bookings essential, call to enquire. A T1, DFO Shopping Centre, 274 Mulgrave Rd, Westcourt P 4031 9865 LaserfunCairns www.laserfun.com.au
AUSTRALIAN BUTTERFLY SANCTUARY Be surrounded by 1,500 colourful butterflies in the Australian Butterfly Sanctuary. See butterflies in all life stages and learn about these incredible creatures. Open from 9.45am – 4.00pm daily except Christmas Day. Suitable for prams and strollers. Cost: $20 adult, $10 child (4-14 years), $50 family (two adults and two children). Children under three are free. A 8 Rob Veivers Dr, Kuranda P 4093 7575 Australian Butterfly Sanctuary www.australianbutterflies.com
RAINFORESTATION NATURE PARK Rainforestation Nature Park combines three fun experiences in one park; Rainforest Army Duck Tour, Pamagirri Aboriginal Experience and Koala and Wildlife Park. Open from 9.00am – 4.00pm daily, except Christmas Day. Wheelchair and pram accessible. Cost: $51 adult, $25.50 child, $127.50 family (two adults and two children). Children under three are free. A 1030 Kennedy Hwy, Kuranda P 4085 5008 Rainforestation www.rainforest.com.au
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Cost: $25 adult, $12.50 child, $62.50 family (two adults and two children), Children under three are free. A The Reef Hotel Casino, 35-41 Wharf St, Cairns City P 4031 7250 Cairns ZOOM and Wildlife Dome www.cairnszoom.com.au
WILDLIFE HABITAT PORT DOUGLAS Get up close to Aussie animals in their recreated natural habitats at Wildlife Habitat Port Douglas. Open daily from 8.00am – 5.00pm except for Christmas Day. A great activity for all ages, and stroller and wheelchair accessible. Cost: $37 adult, $18.50 child, $92.50 family (two adults and two children), children under three are free. A Port Douglas Rd, Port Douglas P 4099 3235 Wildlife Habitat Port Douglas www.wildlifehabitat.com.au
TABLE TENNIS CAIRNS Try something new these school holidays and have a go at table tennis. Don’t worry if you don’t have a bat, as the club has plenty available for you to use free of charge. Casual play sessions: $7 per person, per session (for non-members). Junior coaching sessions: $10 per player. A 99 Sheridan St, Cairns City P 0403 154 559 Table Tennis Cairns www.tabletenniscairns.com.au
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CAIRNS AQUARIUM The adventure begins at Cairns Aquarium, the only aquarium in the world exclusively dedicated to the habitats and species of Tropical North Queensland. It’s a great way to keep them learning these school holidays in a fun, air-conditioned environment. Cost: $42 adult, $28 child (3-14 years), $126 family (2A + 2C) or consider an annual pass for 12 months of unlimited fun. A 5 Florence St, Cairns City P 4044 7300 Cairns Aquarium www.cairnsaquarium.com.au
KING REEF RESORT If you need a chance to revitalise in paradise, gather the family and head to the gorgeous King Reef Resort at Kurrimine Beach. Explore all day, swim in the tranquil ocean or pool, build sandcastles to your heart’s content and return to a yummy pub meal at the end of the day or enjoy a gorgeous sunset view from your beachfront shack. You can also hire a family pedal bike, have a BBQ, go horse riding or go fishing – the possibilities are endless. Kids stay and dine for free for stays longer than two nights! One free kids meal for each adult meal purchased. Offer not available over long weekends or between 24th of December to the 2nd of January. A 75 Jacobs Rd, Kurrimine Beach P 4065 6144 King Reef Resort www.kingreef.com.au
KURRIMINE BEACH HOLIDAY PARK Kurrimine Beach Holiday Park is your go-to stop for family-friendly fun. They offer a variety of entertainment options for kids young and old with their water park, huge pool, massive inflatables, giant chess and checkers boards, obstacle course and playroom. They also have glass bottom kayaks, pedal go-karts, and a new multi-storey playground, and all this is located just a short walk from the beach. If you’re hungry, have a bite to eat at the licensed on-site Café. There are a number of accommodation options available if you’re after a little getaway, or you can pay just $5 for a half-day session (with access to the water park). A 9 Coyle St, Kurrimine Beach P 4065 6166 Kurrimine Beach Holiday Park www.kurrimine.com.au
HARTLEY’S CROCODILE ADVENTURES MEGA WILDCARD The Mega Wildcard offers unlimited entry to three wildlife parks (Hartley’s Crocodile Adventures, Kuranda Koala Gardens & Birdworld) for 12 months for one special price. Cost: $325 for a family (two adults and two children) or $130 for adults, $65 for children aged 4 - 15 years. A Hartley’s Crocodile Adventures – Captain Cook Hwy, Wangetti A Kuranda Koala Gardens & Birdworld – Inside Heritage Markets, Veivers Dr, Kuranda P 4055 3576 E sales@crocodileadventures.com Hartley’s Crocodile Adventures www.crocodileadventures.com
PAINTING PARTY Offering school holiday painting pARTies! Adriana will guide the kids to create their own fun animal paintings on a 350mm x 450mm canvas Inspire your budding artist, brighten up their bedroom and help them create a gallery of their own. There are just 10 seats available per session, so get in quick. Suitable for ages seven and up. When: 16th – 18th December and 6th – 8th January, 10.00am - 1.00pm. Cost: $40 for one pARTy, $90 for three or $170 for six. Group bookings are welcome for afternoon sessions (2.00pm – 5.00pm). A 25 Johnson St, Stratford P 0448 930 223 Painting Party www.paintingparty.com.au
LAKE TINAROO HOLIDAY PARK Treat your family to a little getaway on the gorgeous Atherton Tablelands. From budget cabins to deluxe water view villas, Lake Tinaroo Holiday Park is the ultimate place to stay and play. With a resort-style swimming pool, foreshore playground, peddle carts, jumping pillow and school holiday activities, there is no way anyone will be bored. Pancakes – Enjoy gold coin donation pancakes from 8.00am at reception every Wednesday and Saturday during the summer school holidays. Outdoor movies – There will be children’s outdoor movies on the big screen at the camp kitchen every Friday night. Call the team for details. A 4-28 Tinaroo Falls Dam Rd, Tinaroo P 4095 8238 Lake Tinaroo Holiday Park www.laketinarooholidaypark.com.au
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JACKLEY’S BAKEHOUSE
INFLATABLE KINGDOM
Who doesn’t love cupcakes? Your child can learn how to make their very own delicious cupcakes with Jackley’s Bakehouse’s Cupcake Classes for kids. December classes will be Christmas-themed.
Inflatable Kingdom Cairns is now fully air-conditioned!
When: Tuesday 10th and 17th December, Wednesday 11th and 18th December. There are two classes daily, a 10.00am session for ages 3-8 and a 2.00pm session for ages 8-16. Cost: $25 A Mount Sheridan Plaza, 106 Barnard Dr, Mount Sheridan P 4036 0694 Jackley’s Bakehouse www.jackleysbakehouse.com.au
BAD FISHY Bad Fishy Jet Boating operates thrilling 35min rides on the stunning Trinity Inlet in Cairns. With spins, slides, speed and sights, its load of fun and a great way to cool off. Locals get 20% off adult and child tickets when mentioning this offer at the time of booking. A Berth A1, The Marlin Marina, Cairns P 0499 490 030 Bad Fishy Jet Boating – Cairns www.badfishy.com.au
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Spend your school holidays jumping on 10 massive jumping castles in air-conditioned comfort. Each session lasts a massive 2.5 hours and mum and dad can sit back, relax and enjoy a coffee. Open 9.00am until 4.00pm daily. Book online to save 10% on entries. Cost: $10 for children aged five and under and $17 for children six and over. A 164 Mayers St Manunda P 4032 2844 Inflatable Kingdom www.inflatablekingdom.com.au
JUNGLE JUICE Enjoy nine holes of mini golf, situation in the Kuranda Original Rainforest Markets, followed by a fresh juice or smoothie. Open six days per week 9.00am - 3.00pm. Closed Tuesdays. Cost: $5.00 per person for nine holes of mini golf. A 13 Therwine St, Kuranda P 0417 999 102 E info@jungle-juice.com.au Jungle Juice Kuranda Markets www.jungle-juice.com.au