PakMag Cairns - February 2017 Issue 116

ISSUE: FEB 2017

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CAIRNS

Sharing, SOLVING & SIBLINGS

lunch box IDEAS

Sports PARTY

HEALTHY LIVING TINY TOTS GUIDE

CONTENTS

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ISSUE NO. 116 FEB 2017 Hello and welcome to our February edition of PakMag. School holidays are over and with the big kids back at school, it’s time to focus on the little ones. Our Tiny Tots guide is a great way to find out what activities are available to children under five-years-old in Cairns.

As you may know, I love to travel so I’m delighted that this month we’re featuring some international lunch-box ideas to help make school lunches more fun. I’d love to see some of your creations so check out our ‘school lunches from around the world’ feature on page 10, get cooking and post your pictures on our Facebook page.

06 Entertainment: Check This Out 09 The Thing Is... With Bree James 10 Lunch Box Ideas

From Around The World

13 Parenting: Sharing, Solving

and Siblings

With January over and our New Year’s resolutions a month old (and possibly now at the back of our minds!), check out our feature on healthy living for some tips on how to stick to the plans you made at the beginning of the year to have a happy and healthy 2017.

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Teaching kids to share can sometimes be a bit of a challenge. Our tips on ‘Sharing, Solving and Siblings’ (page 13) are great for helping you equip your child with the skills they need to resolve issues, either amongst their siblings or other children.

23 Health

21 Digital Orthodontics:

Something To Smile About

27 Baby: Immunisations 28 Bump and Bub: WIN

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

31 What’s On Guide

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33 Mini Mag 40 Celebrate: Sports Party 43 Healthy Snacks

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45 Tiny Tots: Activities For Under 5s

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CHECK IT OUT

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Cairns Airport Chinese New Year Street Festival WHEN Saturday, 4th February 2017, 4:00pm-9:00pm WHERE Grafton Street, Cairns MORE INFO www.cairnschinesenewyear.org Celebrate the welcoming of the Year of the Rooster with the Chinese Community in Cairns at the Cairns Airport Chinese New Year Street Festival.

Come along and see great lion and dragon performances, Chinese drumming, interactive art and cultural displays, Chinese food and a huge variety of market stalls and street food. Children’s activities include the opportunity to Feed the Lion, and Chinese Craft.

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Family Art Activity Day with Shaun Tan WHEN Saturday, 4th February 2017, 10:00am-1:00pm WHERE Cairns Regional Gallery MORE INFO www.cairnsregionalgallery.com.au Cairns Regional Gallery invites you to explore how Shaun Tan, Australian artist, writer and film maker adapted his picture book into an animated film.

The Lost Thing from Book to Film exhibition runs from 3rd February until 18th April 2017 and on 4th February the Cairns Regional Gallery will host the Family Art Activity Day to compliment this exciting display.

The creative and playful hands-on activities day has been designed to encourage imaginative explorations into imagined worlds and creatures. You can also enjoy the relaxed and comfortable atmosphere and enjoy the original book.

5th & 9th Feb 9th Feb CQUniversity Cairns Taipans Home Games WHEN Sunday, 5th and Thursday, 9th February 2017 WHERE Cairns Convention Centre MORE INFO www.taipans.com Don’t miss the last games of the season. This month you can support the Cairns Taipans at their last two home games of the 2016/17 season at the Cairns Convention Centre. On Sunday, 5th February, the Taipans take on the Perth Wildcats (2.00pm tip off) and they play the Adelaide 36ers on Thursday, 9th February (6.30pm tip off).

Inspiring Rare Birds WHEN Thursday, 9th February 2017, 7:00am-9:00am WHERE Cairns (visit website for more information) MORE INFO www.inspiringrarebirds.com/events Future-proof your business with innovative tactics for Gen Z. Join the panel of Gen Z entrepreneurs who will be discussing how they’re doing business differently.

Tickets from $18.00 available from www.inspiringrarebirds.com/events

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All Fired Up Tour with Bree James and Andrew Griffiths WHEN Friday, 24th February 2017, 9:00am-12:00pm WHERE Cairns (see website for more details) MORE INFO www.andrewgriffiths.com.au/events Bree James and Andrew Griffiths are seriously fired up - they are on a mission to help you make 2017 not just a good year in your business, but a flaming extraordinary year. Between them they have over 50 years of business experience (they look good for their age right?) and when it comes to thinking different, challenging the norm and having way too much fun, no one else comes within a whisker of these two. This action-packed 3 hour seminar is for anyone looking to get MORE done, sell MORE stuff and have MORE fun – from small business owners to sales teams this event will help you make 2017 your best business year yet!

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Cairns Pregnancy and Baby Expo

SAVE THE DATE

WHEN Sunday, 12th March 2017, 10:00am-3:00pm WHERE Hilton, Cairns MORE INFO www.facebook.com/cairnspregnancyandbabyexpo PakMag are proudly sponsoring this year’s Cairns Pregnancy and Baby Expo. It is bigger and better than ever with around 50 local businesses that provide services and goods for babies, expectant mothers and families.

Meet local Cairns businesses from medical practitioners, clothing suppliers for mum and bub, unique products and more.

Entry is a gold coin donation and there is a raffle in support of the Special Care Nursery at Cairns Hospital.

FREE goody bags for first 500 people.

17th Mar

World’s Greatest Shave

SAVE THE DATE

WHEN Friday, 17th March 2017 WHERE Various MORE INFO www.worldsgreatestshave.com The Leukaemia Foundation’s World’s Greatest Shave is 16th19th March, Australia-wide. Child care centres and schools all around Cairns and surrounds will get involved by ‘colouring their hair to show they care’ on Funky Hair Day. Shave or colour at work, at school, at home or with family and friends to help support North Queensland blood cancer patients.

Visit www.worldsgreatestshave.com for more information and tips on how you can get involved.

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The Thing Is...

STORY Bree James

The kids are back at school, some normality is starting to take shape. It’s time to put ourselves first a little, look after our health, have some “me time”, get a routine and put some of those goals (or if you read my article last month, some standards) into play. It feels good to be getting back on track. But the thing is… are we really putting ourselves first?

Because if you are like me, that dreaded feeling sets in... Parental guilt.

The little voice in your head that says, “I want to go for a walk, but I really should get that load of washing done”, “I really love the look of that mango, but it’s (insert someone else in the family’s name) favourite, so I better not eat it” and the constant list goes on.

my parent’s life and I am now living my own and I am just fine for it. This little statement made me feel less guilty as a parent myself now.

I counted one day, how many times I put myself last and put others first. It was over a dozen times. Am I a martyr for being like this? Maybe a little, but mostly I do it because I want those in my life to have the best, and I have been happy to take a backseat. But eventually it comes at a cost.

Less guilty for having a weekend to do as I please, to give me time to re-energise.

As parents, society tells us to put our kids first. I see so many parents working so damn hard, and going to extremes to give their children the absolute best they possibly can have. But are we creating a monster here? A generation of self-centered kids who expect to be put first all the time? I honestly think so. Last year, I interviewed Janine Allis, Founder of Boost Juice, and I asked her how she balances such a massive company with over 160 stores globally and raising three kids. She said something to me that has made me feel a little better, which was, “my kids are living my life now. When they leave me as adults, they will be off living their life”. And it’s so true. I’m not sure about you, but my parents cared for me, sure. But did they put my needs first above their own? Very rarely. I grew up living

The thing is, we can’t be amazing parents if we aren’t amazing people. To be an amazing person, we need to do things that make us amazing. Which is, do the work that we love, do the things that we love, eat the foods that we love, and have some time that is just for us to do with as we please.

Less guilty for putting my work first to provide for my family as I am the primary income earner.

Less guilty for eating that mango, because you know what, I love mangos too, dammit (especially in a daiquiri, but that is besides the point)!

So, get out there and be the person that makes you super proud to be you, and I am pretty confident your family will be proud of you too. And that makes a much happier family all round.

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Sushi is a much-loved favourite amongst both adults and children the world over, but it isn’t something many of us think of making from home. But it doesn’t have to be difficult. These Onigirazu, or sushi sandwiches, are easy to make and are a perfect way to put an exciting twist on the classic sandwich. Assembly is super simple. Grab your favourite sushi fillings (pictured onigirazu includes katsu tofu, sweet potato and picked cabbage) and simply layer them between sushi rice and wrap in seaweed!

For the full recipe visit www.lazycatkitchen.com

GREECE: Grilled Lemon Chicken Wraps

Why not add a taste of the Mediterranean in your kid’s lunchbox with these delicious grilled lemon chicken wraps? This is a great option for school lunches but also for dinner. Our suggestion is to grill up some chicken for your evening meal to enjoy this recipe hot, then allow to cool and assemble as a lunch-time leftover!

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Tacos are a kid-friendly option when it comes to Mexican food. But they’re often not lunch-box friendly. These walking tacos are a lunchtime game changer!

Simply pop all the elements (beef, lettuce, chopped tomatoes or salsa, cheese, sour cream) in little containers inside your child’s lunchbox along with a snack-size bag of Doritos (crush them slightly) and a spork. At lunch time, all they have to do is open the chips, add all the elements to the bag and voila, an easy to eat taco alternative!

AUSTRALIA: Cheese and Vegemite Scrolls

Ah vegemite! Any excuse to get this Aussie staple into lunchboxes is alright by us! Take a break from breaky vegemite on toast (or do both!) and try your hand at these tasty cheese and vegemite scrolls. With all the elements of a sandwich but in a fun little roll.

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Kids love “Mac and Cheese” so these easy-to-make Mac and Cheese muffins are sure to make your little one light up when they open their lunchbox!

Make your macaroni and cheese and combine 2 cups of your mac and cheese with ¼ cup of breadcrumbs, 1 cup of chopped ham and 2 beaten eggs, pop the mixture into muffin trays and bake at 180 degrees for 20-25 minutes. Allow the muffins to cool before you pack them in lunchboxes. Easy!

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Toad in the Hole is a classic British favourite. Essentially, it’s Yorkshire pudding with sausages in it! Although it’s generally a dinner time dish, these mini Toad in the Holes are great for lunch boxes. Perfect hot or cold, dipped in tomato sauce or gravy, or just on their own, your little ones will love these savoury treats. These mini versions only take 30 minutes to make and have six ingredients so even the busiest of mums can find time to make them.

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FIVE Tips for Waste Free Lunchboxes It’s estimated that the average school student’s lunchbox generates 30 kilos of rubbish each year.

Packing a waste free lunchbox for your kids will not only reduce your impact on the environment, it will also save you money and help your kids eat healthier by avoiding packaged and processed foods.

Here are five simple steps for waste free lunchboxes:

1. To give up the plastic wrap.

The right lunchbox or containers are essential. Go for an all-inone lunchbox with separate compartments for different foods.

2. Ditch the packaged food. It’s

easy to be tempted to buy plastic or foil-wrapped biscuits or muesli bars, but these foods are heavily processed, expensive and overpackaged. Swap packaged snacks for healthier home-made versions packed straight into a lunchbox.

3. Buying in bulk = less waste

5. Find out if your school has

4. Buy a reusable drink bottle and

The Source Bulk Foods stocks a great range of products to help keep your children’s lunches as waste free as possible.

and better value for money. Instead of plastic-wrapped cheese sticks, buy a block of cheese and cut it yourself. Swap squeezy yoghurts for a large tub of plain yoghurt that can portioned into small containers. fill it with water. A good quality bottle will see your child through many years of schooling, and you’ll be avoiding drinks and juices that are high in sugar, low in nutrition and create excess waste.

a composting program, and if not suggest that they start one.

Composting food scraps saves a huge amount of waste going to landfill.

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PARENTING

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Sharing, Solving and Siblings STORY Jenna Galley

It’s only natural for siblings to fight. About EVERYTHING. But having more than one child provides you with the perfect opportunity to teach them the importance of sharing, of showing empathy and of working out ways to solve problems without your assistance (or need to referee).

SIBLING RIVALRY: WHY DO MY KIDS FIGHT SO MUCH? Regardless of the gender or even the age gap, fighting is a way for siblings to communicate, to sort out problems and to develop social strategies to help them in future situations.

Some siblings fight more than others and the reactions to these arguments will vary as well. This is often due to a child’s personality and temperament. Some children have trouble communicating their feelings and resort to physical aggression. Others well up with tears or hide away after arguing with a sibling.

There are many underlying reasons why your kids are constantly at each other’s throat. It is often due to one child feeling jealous or threatened by the other child. It could be an attention-seeking method or it could be because a child is hungry, bored or tired.

It could be due to the fact that they are tired, bored or hungry which can make them more aggressive, restless, moody and ready for a row.

My kids tend to get along wonderfully in the morning but their harmonious play time usually only lasts about an hour.

Track when the fights occur and try to predict when it’s time to give the kids a break before the fights begin.

Set up alone time.

While playing together is important, learning to play independently is equally as important and can also prevent fighting. When you think your children are close to the edge, split them up and suggest they play alone for a while.

Offer them personal attention.

Here are some tips that can help you reduce the rivalry and help you achieve some sense of sibling harmony.

Give each child your undivided attention as much as you can, even if it’s just for a few moments a day. Read them a book. Ask them about their day. Do a puzzle or make a craft. This one on one time is so valuable, regardless of how old your child is.

Don’t compare.

Play fair (not favourites).

Every child is an individual and often sibling rivalry comes from the fact that one child feels like they are not living up to the standards set by the other child. Reassure your children that there are no specific standards and that you are proud of each child for their individual talents and successes.

Children don’t necessarily need equal attention, but they need to feel equally loved and equally as important. A baby, for example, is going to require a lot more of your attention than an older sibling. This only becomes a problem if the older sibling feels like he is not getting fair attention, or any at all. There is a big difference between being fair and being equal.

Help them cooperate rather than compete.

Rather than racing each other, let the kids be on the same team in household chores and family activities.

This promotes teamwork rather than competition.

Monitor their fighting patterns.

Do most fights occur just before dinner? Or before bed?

To reduce the rivalry between your children, it’s important that you reach a family dynamic that everyone is happy with. When a child feels like he is a valued member of the family, that his individuality is respected and that his place in the family is not being threatened, then this sense of anger, aggression and resentment will subside. www.pakmag.com.au FEBRUARY 2017

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SUCCESSFUL SHARING It is ingrained in human nature not to share (especially in children). And thus, teaching a child to share can be a bit tricky. We went to one of the leading parenting experts to help guide us through the complex solutions to lack of sharing. Hopefully these tips from author, father and leading child physician, Dr. Sears, can help your children learn to share.

Lead by example.

Children learn by watching others, especially their parents. How can a child learn to share his toys when a parent refuses to share theirs? We’re not suggesting you give up your vehicle to the neighbour, but when you have a sharing moment (for example, lending a friend a cookbook), make a point to bring up the topic of sharing with your child.

Giving to charity and asking your children to help you with this can also help. As you collect clothing, food and brick-a-brack that you no longer need, ask your children to do the same with their toys. Let them come with you to donate the goods and see the value in giving.

Don’t expect too much from young children.

According to Dr. Sears, children have a hard time understanding and feeling empathy before the age of six. This makes sharing a bit tricky – when a child is not able to understand someone else’s feelings, it is hard to make him understand the motive behind sharing his prized possession with his sister.

Dr. Sears suggests that children under the age of two are, simply put, unable to easily accept sharing. They care about themselves and their possessions and, although they are happy to play alongside a child (known as parallel play), they really cannot grasp the idea that a child would want the same toy as them.

Use a timer.

To help your children learn to share, they may need some guidelines. A timer is a great device to ensure both kids are getting an equal amount of time with a certain toy or device.

Offer plenty of praise.

When your child does agree to share something special with a sibling or someone else, make a big deal out of it. Children are hesitant to give up something they love but this can be made a lot easier when they are rewarded for the behaviour. Bribing them or offering a tangible reward is not necessary – use your words to encourage them to continue to share.

SOLVING PROBLEMS IN THREE SIMPLE STEPS It’s important to pay attention to your children’s conflicts, especially if they get violent or out of control. However, it is also important that you are teaching children the right way to solve these problems and how to, eventually, conquer these conflicts without your assistance.

Step One: Teach them how to calm down.

Before any problem can be solved, your child needs to be in a calm state. Taking deep breaths, going for a quick walk or closing his eyes for ten seconds can help him release the anger or anxiety so he is ready to communicate effectively.

Step Two: Talk it out.

Communication is key to finding viable solutions to any problem. First of all, help your child understand his emotions and why he is feeling how he is. Next, talk about the problem and discuss possible solutions. Then you can put these solutions into place.

Step Three: Step Aside.

It will take several arguments, several meltdowns and several fights for your child to start putting these two steps into place. But once he does, it will arm him with the tools he needs to solve problems at home, at school and anywhere else, effectively.

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FEATURE

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STORY Rose Foster

We all know that January is ‘New Year, New You’ time. It’s a time for making changes, setting goals and outlining resolutions. Well, February is about sticking to them!

For many of us, our resolution is to have a healthier year, and life in general. But being healthy comes in a variety of shapes and sizes, it’s not all about going to the gym and eating healthily (spoiler alert: it is partly about this – don’t hang up your running shoes just yet!).

Surrounding yourself with positivity, having a healthy home and ensuring you choose the healthier option are all little changes that can make a big difference to your overall health.

Healthy Eating

Healthy Habits

It really goes without saying that having a healthy diet is essential to healthy living. But in a world of processed foods that are quick, convenient and often cheap, it can be hard to always eat healthily.

When we think of being healthy, exercising is usually at the forefront of our minds. Yet, often, it’s something most of us put off. Finding the right exercise regime is essential for sticking it out so this year, why not sign up for something you’ll love?

There are so many diets out there; some work, some are fads but whatever they are, they are generally not sustainable for a long period of time.

Internationally recognised nutritionist, Dr Lisa Young says that a lifestyle change over dieting is the best thing to do when it comes to healthy eating.

The popularity of Pilates has grown over the last few decades and is the exercise of choice for celebrities such as Madonna, Reese Withaspoon and Cameron Diaz for its effectiveness.

She recommends eating structured meals and snacks, so you eat often and you don’t become famished. When we’re hungry, we tend to grab unhealthy snacks and junk food so having healthy snacks ready to eat during the day is essential to making a change to our eating habits.

Studio Pilates Cairns offers everything you want in a workout, and nothing you'd expect. The intense, 40 minute Pilates reformer workouts are designed to transform your entire body, giving you the results you want. Fast.

With an inspiring fusion of innovative technology, amazing instructors, personal attention, great music, luxe surrounds and a totally fun vibe, there's nothing ordinary about this world class workout.

Get started with 6 classes for $60.00 as a special introductory offer for new clients (conditions apply).

Book now at Studio Pilates Cairns on 4041 4140 or go online to www.studiopilates.com. Because life’s too short for ordinary workouts.

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Healthy Choice

Healthy Atmosphere

A golden tan is something men and women across the world love to sport.

But sitting in the North Queensland sun in an attempt to achieve that perfect colour has proven to be deadly. Two thirds of Australians will be diagnosed with skin cancer in their life time.

Healthy living shouldn’t just be about what we physically do to our bodies. Creating healthy environments in which we spend our time is important for a healthy lifestyle too.

Knowing the effects of the sun on the skin is one reason spray tanning in salons has become so popular over the last 10 years.

Despite the horror stories we may have heard, or experienced ourselves, about the orange, streaky and transferring tans of a decade ago, spray tans are better than ever. They are now easily applied, dry fast and have little to no after smell. And what’s more, they look as natural as a sun tan without the hours of sunbaking, burning and potentially life-threatening side effects.

Dare Waxing and Tanning in Cairns provide spray tanning using Lyco-Bronze Rapid Spray with a fast one hour drying time! Dare offer $25.00 spray tans every Friday (normally $35.00). To book, call them on 07 4031 4112 and for more information check out www.idareyou.com.au or www.facebook.com/DareWaxTan

Healthy Home A good cleaning regime is essential for your health, more so than you may realise. And it’s not just the frequency of your dusting, plumping and polishing either. The products you use have a big impact on your, and your family’s, wellbeing.

With only 25% of the 80,000 chemicals on supermarket cleaning aisles tested for their effect on the planet and humans, knowing which products to use is difficult. Some cleaning products contain irritants that can trigger reactions such as asthma and eczema.

ENJO offers a range of cleaning products which are a simple change for a healthier way of living, and eliminate the need for any product at all! With their range of cloths, towels and fibres you simply wet, wipe and dry.

This may seem counter-intuitive for some but these products are proven to be six times better at removing bacteria than traditional cleaning methods. An ENJO clean means no chemical residues on surfaces to be ingested into airways and skin.

Your local Cairns distributer, Anna Naylor can be contacted on (07) 4054 6559 or 0438 362 561.

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Our home and working environments can have negative effects on our overall health if they are not sending positive messages to our brains.

Feeling unmotivated or unproductive at work?

Brighten up your workspace with some bright desk accessories, get yourself a plant and rearrange your desk. Feeling flat at home?

Declutter, add ambient lighting and give your home some personality.

Our environment can actually affect our mental health more than we may realise. Koru Furniture and Homewares in Cairns stocks a collection of beautiful and unique pieces that can bring some joy and calm to your home. From beautiful furniture to interesting art pieces, Koru can help you add a little luxury, colour and character to your home.

Visit them on Sheridan Street or online at www.korufurnitureandhomewares.com.au

Healthy Hobbies Having some ‘me’ time is another way in which you can look after your health.

Sometimes, though, we’re at a loss to what we should actually do during this time. Simply kicking back on the couch can be nice but these moments can be fleeting when our minds race to what we ‘should’ be doing.

Getting a hobby is one way to calm your mind and actually take some time out to do something that interests you.

Getting crafty can be a great way to focus on something other than work or home. Stampin’ Up! offers workshops and classes, in Cairns, on techniques and card design. Or if you want to hobby at home, they’ve got a range of products available to get you started.

Visit www.stampingshanni.blogspot.com.au for more information or to book your class, workshop or even an in-home demonstration. February and March is their Sale-aBration promotion with awesome incentives and benefits for customers, hosts and those becoming Demonstrators.

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HEALTH

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+ HEALTH Oral Health: From First Tooth to Wisdom Teeth We all know that good oral health is important. Brushing and flossing twice daily is the advice of dentists the world over, to give our teeth the best chance of a long life.

Away from our regular dentist checkups, it’s our job, as parents, to ensure our children have a good regime for dental hygiene. Knowing what developmental milestones to expect helps keep an eye on things at home and allows you to take the right steps if something looks awry.

BABY TEETH AND FIRST DENTAL VISIT Your child's first trip to the dentist should be within six months of the eruption of the first baby tooth and by the age of two years at the latest.

Brushing baby teeth should start as soon as the first tooth has emerged.

Good oral health is important from a young age as baby teeth hold space in the jaw for adult teeth. Early loss of baby teeth can give way to permanent teeth drifting underneath the gums, leading to crooked teeth once they emerge.

Once baby teeth appear, oral monitoring should begin. Supervised brushing, monitoring the effects of sucking (finger, thumb or dummy) and ensuring your child has a diet low in fructose sugars are all important steps at this stage.

TEENAGE YEARS

MIXED DENTITION

Their life choices, including their oral health habits and effects of their diet, should still be monitored by you and them to prevent cavities and gum disease. The emergence of wisdom teeth should also be observed.

The transition period between losing baby teeth and gaining all 32 adult teeth is referred to as mixed dentition.

At around five or six years, children will gain their first permanent molar.

At this stage, and until the loss of the last tooth at around 11 or 12 years, your child may show signs of teeth crowding. Your dentist will be able to help you identify this and will refer your child to an orthodontic specialist if necessary.

It is also important to contact your dentist during this stage if your child begins playing sport as a sports mouthguard may be required.

As your child gets older, it’s time to get them to understand the importance of oral health. A good dental health routine in their early years should set them up for a life of brushing, flossing and rinsing.

For many of us, wisdom teeth will not comfortably fit in our mouths and, if they emerge, they may need to be removed in order to prevent future pain or infection.

At whatever stage of their oral development, daily brushing, flossing and general monitoring, combined with regular dental visits, will help you give your children the best chance of having a winning smile well into their adult lives.

Tooth Fairy Traditions from Around the World The Tooth Fairy is a long-loved figure by children in Australia and many other countries throughout the world. But not all countries have the same practices. Here are five interesting traditions from around the world.

1. SOUTH AFRICA

Just like in Australia, if you leave a tooth for the South African Tooth Fairy, you’ll receive money. However, instead of leaving the tooth under a pillow, they put it in their slippers!

2. INDIA

In India and some other Asian countries, children toss their teeth from their lower jaw on the roof and put the teeth from their upper jaw on, or even under, the floor. The idea being the new tooth will grow towards the old tooth.

3. MONGOLIA In Mongolia and Central Asia, children put their lost teeth in fat and feed it to a dog because they want the new tooth to be as strong as a dog’s! And for those with no dog, the tooth is buried by a tree so the new tooth has strong roots.

4. FRANCE Instead of the Tooth Fairy, French children’s lost teeth are collected by

“La Bonne Petit Souris” (The Good Little Mouse). The tiny mouse will retrieve the tooth from under the child’s pillow and replace it with lollies. Not sure the dentist would approve, Little Mouse!

5. IRAQ In Iraq and other Middle Eastern countries, children toss their lost teeth into the air. This tradition is thought to go back to the 13th century and is thought to be a pre-Islamic offering.

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+ HEALTH Expert Advice: Keeping your Heart Healthy STORY Dr Elizabeth Chappel FRACGP MBBS BSc (Hons), Apple Tree Medical Everyone has a story of a relative who lived to be 100 whilst drinking a bottle of whisky a day and chain smoking. Unfortunately, they’re the exception, not the rule and many of us have to work at keeping our bodies healthy.

One of the most important aspects of keeping healthy is looking after your heart. Luckily, there are plenty of things that we can do to minimise our chances of developing heart disease without having to cross our fingers that we’ll be one of those exceptions. ●● Begin with exercise. Walk, run, jump, skip, ride, lift; just move! ●● Your diet doesn't have to be complicated to protect your heart. Avoid processed foods of any type, try to buy local produce, eat vegetables and think about portion size. ●● Drink plenty of water and avoid excessive alcohol consumption. ●● Surround yourself with people who lift your mood and make you laugh. Laughter really is great medicine. ●● Ensure that you get good quality sleep every night.

Individual requirements vary but the vast majority of people need at least six hours every night. ●● Stressed? Life is stressful, it cannot be avoided.

Some stress is good but unrelenting stress is toxic to your heart. Look at your work schedule or your commitments. Plan breaks, holidays and time out. ●● If you are overweight seek help, support and advice as to how to lose a few kilos. You don't have to be a super model to have a healthy heart but if your weight is creeping up, take action now. ●● It will come as a surprise to no one that smoking damages your coronary arteries. It is when these arteries block that you have a heart attack. There is no room anywhere in your life for a smoke if you want to remain healthy.

It is very wise to have regular health checks to assess for early risk factors. These include discussing with your health care provider your family history, your blood pressure, your BMI, and looking at other risk factors such as any medications and supplements you may be taking, your other medical problems as well as blood test results for things such as diabetes and high cholesterol levels.

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Calanna’s Back to School Health Kit There is a lot of work involved in getting ready for the new school year, but don’t forget to prepare for all the hazards returning to the school yard can sometimes bring.

Calanna has prepared a return to school pack, bringing together our top 5 picks on the essential products for your child’s whole health in 2017.

1. Sunscreen – We choose MooGoo, it’s perfect for kids. This natural, non greasy zinc based sunscreen is suitable for all skin types and comes with up to a 40+ SPF. The zinc creates a reflective film on your skin acting like an umbrella so you don’t have to reapply every two hours. And being zinc based, it is safe from any potentially reactive ingredients.

2. Insect repellent – Vanilla Mozi provides protection without the nasties. This natural based repellent is made in Australia and you don’t have to worry about what is in this product. Made with natural plant oils, beeswax and shea butter this product uses the properties of pure essential oils to keep the bities away and it smells great too!

3. Tissue salts – Schuessler’s Kidz Minerals for cold, cough and flu are a must have for families. These strawberry flavoured chewable tablets are easy to use as a treat and help keep those coughs and colds at bay. Filled with the essential minerals our bodies need but don’t always get in today’s world, the Schuessler range of Kidz Minerals also covers things like healthy appetite and keeping calm.

4. Head lice packs – Mario’s range of head lice products work to help in the management/removal of head lice without the use of synthetic insecticides. Based on pure essential oils this range works naturally in your child’s hair without you worrying about what effect it may be having on their skin.

5. Vitamins – One of our most popular children’s vitamin ranges is the Nature’s Way Kids Smart Vita Gummies. Kids love that they look and taste like gummy bear lollies so most won’t object to taking them, which is half the battle. They give your child a healthy boost in their immunity and assist in managing their overall health.

Happy return to school and remember to ask Calanna if you have any questions about managing your child’s health naturally.

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Protecting our children from harm is one of our main priorities as parents. Immunising them against deadly diseases is an important step in ensuring our little ones remain healthy.

It is estimated that vaccinations save six million children from dying from preventable illnesses every year.

And, although the debate rages on about whether or not to vaccinate, the general consensus amongst Australians is that immunisation is essential to give our children the best start in life, shown by 92 per cent of two-year-olds being fully up to date with their vaccinations.

Under the National Immunisation Program, vaccinations outlined in the National Immunisation Program Schedule (outlined below) are free.

Your GP or local health care provider will generally provide an immunisation service (or will be able to advise you of where you can go if they don’t).

So, why is immunisation so important?

PROTECTION We never want to see our little ones in pain or under the weather. By not immunising our children, diseases such as whooping cough, hepatitis B and meningitis can be contracted easily, and we run the risk of unnecessarily putting our children in harm’s way.

With systematic immunisation programs, some of these diseases may become a thing of the past.

Smallpox is one such disease that has been wiped out thanks to immunisation efforts.

EXCLUSION

ELIMINATION

If you do not vaccinate your child, you may limit your options with regards to childcare. Your childcare provider can refuse enrolments, cancel enrolment or attendance, or conditionally accept enrolment or attendance if your child does not have an up to date vaccination record.

Immunisation is considered one of the biggest health successes of the modern world. While many diseases can be treated with medicine, some cannot and the only way to control them is through immunisation.

Further to that, you could miss out on childcare payments. The Child Care Benefit, Child Care Rebate and Family Tax Benefit will all be refused if your child is not fully vaccinated at each key milestone.

By vaccinating we can avoid these illnesses and protect our children from becoming seriously ill, spending time in hospital or dying as a result.

The Australian Government has made it easy for new parents to understand which injections our children should have and when.

BIRTH

• Hepatitis B TWO, FOUR AND SIX MONTHS (3 ROUNDS)

• Hepititis B, diphtheria, tetanus, whooping cough, haemophilus influenza type b and polio (all-inone vaccination) • Pneumococcal disease • Rotavirus 12 MONTHS

• haemophilus influenza type b and meningococcal C (all-in-one vaccination) • Measles, mumps and rubella (allin-one vaccination)

18 MONTHS • Measles, mumps, rubella and chickenpox (all-in-one vaccination) • Diphtheria, tetanus and whooping cough (all-in-one vaccination) 4 YEARS • Diphtheria, tetanus, whooping cough and polio (all-in-one vaccination) 7 YEARS (AVAILABLE THROUGH SCHOOL IMMUNISATION PROGRAM) • Human papillomavirus • Diphtheria, tetanus and whooping cough (all-in-one vaccination)

NOTE: Medically at risk children should have additional vaccinations for pneumococcal disease at 12 months and four years.

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Let your child explore, create and discover through messy play STORY Goodstart Early Learning – Kylie Warren-Wright, National Safe Work & Wellbeing Manager Children are naturally active learners and can learn so much through play. Messy and sensory play can be an especially valuable learning experience for babies and children because it stimulates many senses at the same time.

They can feel, see, smell and sometimes taste their messy creation, depending on the activity.

Messy play experiences like water play, mud play, jelly, slime, goo, foam and scented or edible play dough can all stimulate your child’s senses while they develop their hand eye coordination and fine motor skills.

As a parent, it can be hard to embrace ‘mess’, but the good news is there are lots of ways you can set up opportunities for messy play at home and in the natural world that won’t take too much effort to set up, or clean up!

Ideas for messy and sensory play: • Bath time – playing with water by using plastic cups or washed up yoghurt pots to pour, splash and empty water.

• Meal times / food – let your child savour the taste, smell and texture of different foods (pasta, cereals, jelly, mashed potato and even baked beans all provide interesting sensory experiences).

• Finger painting – on paper or let your child experiment by painting parts of their own body or other surfaces (hint: you may prefer to use edible paint for this by making a batch of instant vanilla pudding and mix with food colouring).

• Play dough – let them squish, squeeze, splat and squelch to their hearts’ content.

• Bubbles – who doesn’t love bubbles? Use bubble mixture, frothy washing up liquid bubbles in a container, or experiment by mixing shaving foam with paint.

• Natural world – whether you find some sand to play with, puddles to jump in, leaves to gather, or mud to play in, there are endless outside play ideas.

Remember, as with all play there are always safety considerations to keep in mind. This is particularly true with water-based activities or choking hazards.

Parents shouldn’t be afraid to let things get messy.

Roll up your sleeves and have some fun engaging in messy play with your child. Remember, what might look like a mess on the surface is giving your child a truly unique learning experience.

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WHAT'S ON FEB Thursday 2 ANIMALIA AUSTRALIS Cairns Regional Gallery www.cairnsregionalgallery.com.au 5.30pm / Free / adults

Friday 3 MIMI TANNAKA UNPLUGGED PHOTOGRAPHS [EXHIBITION] Runs until 4th March Tanks Arts Centre www.tanksartscentre.com 6.00pm / Free / Adults & Teens DOC'S DAY OFF [EXHIBITION] Until 4th March Tanks Arts Centre www.tanksartscentre.com 6.00pm / Free / Adults & Teens BRING YOUR BABY LA LA LAND Event Cinemas www.eventcinemas.com.au Check website / Cost / Family

Saturday 4 SPORTS SIGN ON Mount Sheridan Plaza mtsheridanplaza.com.au 9.00am / Free / Family FREE ENTRY SATURDAY AT THE GALLERY Cairns Regional Gallery www.cairnsregionalgallery.com.au 10.00am / Free/ Family

WEEKEND FAMILY FLICKS TROLLS 2D Event Cinemas www.eventcinemas.com.au 10.00am / $6.00 / Family BUNNINGS WAREHOUSE ADULTS DIY WORKSHOP - HOME ORGANISATION Bunnings Warehouse Cairns Central and Smithfield 4040 2800 and 4038 9100 11.00am, 12.30pm and 2.00pm/ Free / Adults BUNNINGS WAREHOUSE KIDS DIY - ART CLASS WORKSHOP Bunnings Warehouse Cairns Central and Smithfield 4040 2800 and 4038 9100 Call store for times/ Free / Kids

Sunday 5 CAIRNS TAIPANS V PERTH WILDCATS Cairns Convention Centre www.taipans.com 2.00pm / Cost / Family CAIRNS ROAD RUNNERS GRASSROOTS KIDS CROSS COUNTRY Riverview Park, The Rocks Redlynch www.roadrunners.org.au See website for more details / Family

FAMILY ART ACTIVITY DAY WITH SHAUN TAN Cairns Regional Gallery www.cairnsregionalgallery.com.au 10.00am / Free/ Family

BUNNINGS WAREHOUSE ADULTS DIY WORKSHOP - HOME ORGANISATION Bunnings Warehouse Cairns Central and Smithfield 4040 2800 and 4038 9100 11.00am, 12.30pm and 2.00pm/ Free / Adults

CAIRNS AIRPORT CHINESE NEW YEAR STREET FESTIVAL Grafton Street www.facebook.com/ GBRchinesenewyear/ 4.00pm / Family

BUNNINGS WAREHOUSE KIDS DIY - ART CLASS WORKSHOP Bunnings Warehouse Cairns Central and Smithfield 4040 2800 and 4038 9100 Call store for times/ Free / Kids

"Juanita picks Cairns Taipans v Adelaide 36ers on Sunday 5th" BRING YOUR BABY - LA LA LAND Event Cinemas www.eventcinemas.com.au Check website / Cost / Family

WEEKEND FAMILY FLICKS TROLLS 2D Event Cinemas www.eventcinemas.com.au 10.00am / $6.00 / Family

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CAIRNS TAIPANS V ADELAIDE 36ERS Cairns Convention Centre www.taipans.com 6.30pm / Cost / Family

BRING YOUR BABY LA LA LAND Event Cinemas www.eventcinemas.com.au Check website / Cost / Family

FULL SCHEME AHEAD - NDIS READINESS WORKSHOP Double Tree by Hilton 4031 0163 10.00am / Free / Adult and Carers

Tuesday 7 TINY TACKERS KIDS ART CLASS - 8 WEEK PROGRAM Cairns Regional Gallery www.cairnsregionalgallery.com.au 10.00am / $85.00 / Kids 2-5 years with carer

TINY TACKERS KIDS ART CLASS - 8 WEEK PROGRAM Cairns Regional Gallery www.cairnsregionalgallery.com.au 10.00am / $85.00 / Kids 2-5 years with carer

FULL SCHEME AHEAD - NDIS READINESS WORKSHOP Double Tree by Hilton 4031 0163 10.00am / Free / Adult and Carers

Friday 10 BIG MOUNTAIN Tanks Arts Centre www.tanksartscentre.com 7.00pm / $44 / Adult

BRINGING UP GREAT KIDS (4 WEEK COURSE) Birch Street Community Hub 07 4032 6800 Bookings Required 9.30am / Free / Adults

BRING YOUR BABY - LION Event Cinemas www.eventcinemas.com.au Check website / Cost / Family

HEDY AND ROSIE BLOCKITECTURE: CERAMIC CLASSES (Every Tuesday during 1st School Term) Cairns Potters Club 0428 883 121 Bookings are required 3.30pm / $79.00 / Kids 5-12 years

Saturday 11 HEDY AND ROSIE: BLOCKITECTURE WORKSHOP Botanic Gardens Visitor Centre hedyandrosie@gmail.com Bookings are required 9.30am & 11.30am / $20 / Kids 5-12 years

Wednesday 8 UNITINGCARE QLD - WELCOME MORNING TEA 188 Aumuller Street Bungalow RSVP to admin.fnq@uccommunity.org.au 10.00am / Free / Family

BUNNINGS WAREHOUSE ADULTS DIY WORKSHOP KITCHEN, BATHROOM AND LAUNDRY Bunnings Warehouse Cairns Central and Smithfield 4040 2800 and 4038 9100 11.00am, 12.30pm and 2.00pm/ Free / Adults

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WHAT'S ON FEB Saturday 11 BUNNINGS WAREHOUSE KIDS DIY - GARDEN CRAFT WORKSHOP Bunnings Warehouse Cairns Central and Smithfield 4040 2800 and 4038 9100 Call store for times/ Free / Kids WEEKEND FAMILY FLICKS - RED DOG:TRUE BLUE Event Cinemas www.eventcinemas.com.au 10.00am / $6.00 / Family

Sunday 12 WEEKEND FAMILY FLICKS - RED DOG:TRUE BLUE Event Cinemas www.eventcinemas.com.au 10.00am / $6.00 / Family BUNNINGS WAREHOUSE KIDS DIY - GARDEN CRAFT WORKSHOP Bunnings Warehouse Cairns Central and Smithfield 4040 2800 and 4038 9100 Call store for times/ Free / Kids BUNNINGS WAREHOUSE ADULTS DIY WORKSHOP KITCHEN, BATHROOM AND LAUNDRY Bunnings Warehouse Cairns Central and Smithfield 4040 2800 and 4038 9100 11.00am, 12.30pm and 2.00pm / Free / Adults

Monday 13 GALLERY ART SCHOOL, LEVEL 3 , 12 WEEK CLASS Cairns Regional Gallery www.cairnsregionalgallery.com.au 3.30pm / $220.00 / Kids 12-16 years MORNING MELODIES SIMON GILLESPIE SINGS PETER ALLEN Cairns Choral Society www.ticketlink.com.au 10.00am & 1.30pm / $20 / Adults

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Tuesday 14 GALLERY ART SCHOOL, LEVEL 1, 6 WEEK CLASS Cairns Regional Gallery www.cairnsregionalgallery.com.au 3.45pm / $70.00 / Kids 5-7 years SPECIAL VALENTINE'S DAY SCREENING HIDDEN FIGURES Event Cinemas www.eventcinemas.com.au 6.30pm / Cost / Family

Wednesday 15 GALLERY ART SCHOOL, LEVEL 2, 12 WEEK CLASS Cairns Regional Gallery www.cairnsregionalgallery.com.au 3.30pm / $220.00 / Kids 8-11 years BRING YOUR BABY - LION Event Cinemas www.eventcinemas.com.au Check website / Cost / Family

Thursday 16 GALLERY ART SCHOOL, LEVEL 3, 12 WEEK CLASS Cairns Regional Gallery www.cairnsregionalgallery.com.au 3.30pm / $220.00 / Kids 12-16 years KIDS FINE ART CLASS, 12 WEEK CLASS Kewarra Beach www.cairnsregionalgallery.com.au 3.30pm / $220.00 / Kids 6-12 years

Friday 17 GALLERY ART SCHOOL, LEVEL 2, 12 WEEK CLASS Cairns Regional Gallery www.cairnsregionalgallery.com.au 3.30pm / $220.00 / Kids 8-11 years

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"Mark picks Bunnings Warehouse Kids DIY Garden Craft Workshop on Saturday 11th" ELIZABETH SUTTON: SEVENTEEN YEARS AT HOME Until 28th March Tanks Arts Centre www.tanksartscentre.com 6.00pm / Free / Adults & Teens BRING YOUR BABY - GOLD Event Cinemas www.eventcinemas.com.au Check website / Cost / Family

Saturday 18 CINDERELLA Event Cinemas www.eventcinemas.com.au Check website / Cost / Family GALLERY ART SCHOOL, LEVEL 2, 12 WEEK CLASS Cairns Regional Gallery www.cairnsregionalgallery.com.au 10.00am / $220.00 / Kids 8-11 years BUNNINGS WAREHOUSE KIDS DIY - WALL ART WORKSHOP Bunnings Warehouse Cairns Central and Smithfield 4040 2800 and 4038 9100 Call store for times/ Free / Kids BUNNINGS WAREHOUSE ADULTS DIY WORKSHOP WINDOWS AND DOORS Bunnings Warehouse Cairns Central and Smithfield 4040 2800 and 4038 9100 11.00am, 12.30pm and 2.00pm/ Free / Adults WEEKEND FAMILY FLICKS - MOANA Event Cinemas www.eventcinemas.com.au 10.00am / $6.00 / Family

Saturday 19 DRAWING & PAINTING ART CLASS WITH ADRIENNE SHAW, 10 WEEK PROGRAM Cairns Regional Gallery www.cairnsregionalgallery.com.au 10.30am / $230.00 / Adult

BUNNINGS WAREHOUSE ADULTS DIY WORKSHOP WINDOWS AND DOORS Bunnings Warehouse Cairns Central and Smithfield 4040 2800 and 4038 9100 11.00am, 12.30pm and 2.00pm/ Free / Adults BUNNINGS WAREHOUSE KIDS DIY - WALL ART WORKSHOP Bunnings Warehouse Cairns Central and Smithfield 4040 2800 and 4038 9100 Call store for times/ Free / Kids Weekend Family Flicks - Moana Event Cinemas www.eventcinemas.com.au 10.00am / $6.00 / Family

Monday 20 ART CLASS MONDAYS WITH CRAIG HOY, 5 WEEK PROGRAM Cairns Regional Gallery www.cairnsregionalgallery.com.au 5.15pm / $130.00 / Adult BRING YOUR BABY - GOLD Event Cinemas www.eventcinemas.com.au Check website / Cost / Family

Tuesday 21 COMMUNICATION IN TEENAGERS: AN INFORMATION SESSION UnitingCare Community 4032 6800 Bookings Required 5.30pm / Free / Adults

Wednesday 22 BRING YOUR BABY - GOLD Event Cinemas www.eventcinemas.com.au Check website / Cost / Family

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WHAT'S ON FEB Friday 24 ALL FIRED UP TOUR - BREE JAMES AND ANDREW GRIFFITHS Cairns CBD www.andrewgriffiths.com.au/events 9.00am / Cost / Adult

BUNNINGS WAREHOUSE ADULTS DIY WORKSHOP - D.I.Y. PROJECT WEEKEND Bunnings Warehouse Cairns Central and Smithfield 4040 2800 and 4038 9100 11.00am, 12.30pm and 2.00pm/ Free / Adults

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BUNNINGS WAREHOUSE ADULTS DIY WORKSHOP - D.I.Y. PROJECT WEEKEND Bunnings Warehouse Cairns Central and Smithfield 4040 2800 and 4038 9100 11.00am, 12.30pm and 2.00pm/ Free / Adults

CAIRNS ROAD RUNNERS GRASSROOTS KIDS CROSS COUNTRY Riverview Park, The Rocks Redlynch www.roadrunners.org.au see website for more details / Family

BUNNINGS WAREHOUSE KIDS DIY - FUN MOSAIC WORKSHOP Bunnings Warehouse Cairns Central and Smithfield 4040 2800 and 4038 9100 Call store for times/ Free / Kids

WEEKEND FAMILY FLICKS - SING 2D Event Cinemas www.eventcinemas.com.au 10.00am / $6.00 / Family

BRING YOUR BABY PATRIOT'S DAY Event Cinemas www.eventcinemas.com.au Check website / Cost / Family

Saturday 25 BUNNINGS WAREHOUSE KIDS DIY - FUN MOSAIC WORKSHOP Bunnings Warehouse Cairns Central and Smithfield 4040 2800 and 4038 9100 Call store for times/ Free / Kids

CAIRNS ROAD RUNNERS AUSTRALIA DAY 3KM Muddy's www.roadrunners.org.au see website for more details / Family

WEEKEND FAMILY FLICKS - SING Event Cinemas www.eventcinemas.com.au 10.00am / $6.00 / Family

Monday 27 BRING YOUR BABY - PATRIOT'S DAY Event Cinemas www.eventcinemas.com.au Check website / Cost / Family

Save the Date Sunday 12 MARCH CAIRNS PREGNANCY & BABY EXPO Hilton Cairns www.facebook.com/ cairnspregnancyandbabyexpo 10.00am / Family

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REGULAR MARKETS ESPLANADE MARKETS DATE Every Saturday TIME From 8.00am - 4.00pm LOCATION Lagoon, Cairns HERBERTON MARKETS DATE Monthly every third Sunday TIME From 7.00am - 12 noon LOCATION Wondecla Sports Ground HOLLOWAYS BEACH MARKETS DATE 2nd Sunday of the month LOCATION Holloways Beach Foreshore

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DATE Every Day from 5.00pm - 11.00pm LOCATION 71 - 75 The Esplanade (Opposite the Lagoon)

DATE Every 2nd Sunday TIME From 7.00am - 12 noon LOCATION Merriland Hall (Robert St) PALM COVE MARKET DATE 1st Sunday of the month April to December (not September) TIME 8.00am – 2.00pm LOCATION Foreshore at Palm Cove MALANDA MARKETS DATE Every 3rd Saturday of the month TIME From 7.30am - 12.30pm LOCATION Malanda Showgrounds (opposite Jack May Park) MOSSMAN COMMUNITY MARKET DATE Every Saturday TIME 7.00am till midday LOCATION St David’s Anglican Church Under the Raintrees

RUSTY'S MARKETS DATE Every Friday/Saturday TIME 5.00am - 6.00pm DATE Every Sunday TIME 5.00am - 3.00pm

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DATE Last Sunday of the month (April to November excluding August) TIME From 9.00am - 2.00pm LOCATION Tanks Art Centre, Collins Avenue, Edge Hill

DATE 2nd and 4th Sunday of the month (Except December 13/12/15 and 20/12/15) TIME From 9.00am - 3.00pm LOCATION Mount Sheridan Plaza PORT DOUGLAS MARKETS DATE Every Sunday TIME From 8.00am - 2.00pm LOCATION Anzac Park RAVENSHOE MARKETS DATE 4th Sunday of the month TIME 8.00am - 12 noon LOCATION Tumoulin Railway Station

TOLGA MARKETS DATE 1st Sunday of the month TIME 7.00am - 12 noon LOCATION Morrow Park Racecourse YUNGABURRA MARKETS DATE 4th Saturday of the month TIME From 7.30am - 12.30pm LOCATION Bruce Jones Park Yungaburra

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CAIRNS INDOOR SPORTS MON, TUE, WED, THUR, FRI Tiny Tots Time/Cost: (During school term) 9.00am - 12.00pm, $7

MONDAYS In2soccer (Term Times 6 +years) Time/Cost: 4:30pm, rego:$15, term from $65

WEDNESDAYS In2Soccer (Term Times 3+ - 6 Years) Time/Cost: 4.30pm, from $65 (10 wks)

BABY RHYME TIMES Earlville Library: 1st Tuesday of the month, 10:30 - 11.00am Smithfield Library: 2nd Thursday of the month, 10:30 - 11.00am Stratford Library: 3rd Thursday of the month, 10:30 - 11.00am Manunda Library: 4th Tuesday of the month, 10:30 - 11.00am City Library: 4th Wednesday of the month, 10:30 - 11.00am

LEGO MANIA Manunda Library: Fridays during school term, 3:30 - 4:30pm Smithfield Library: Fridays during school term, 3:30 - 4:30pm Gordonvale Library: Thursdays during school term, 3:30 - 4:30pm Earlville Library: 3rd Wednesday of the month, 3:30 - 4:30pm Edmonton Library: 3rd Thursday of the month, 3:30 - 4:30pm

Zumba Fitness 5.30pm, Fogarty Park Stage

FRIDAYS Back to Basics - Intro to Safe Fitness Exercise 6.30am, Lagoon Deck Aqua Zumba 5.30pm, Lagoon

SATURDAYS Sahaja Yoga Meditation 7.30am, Lagoon Lawn H.I.I.T - Interval Training 8.00am, Lagoon Café Aqua Aerobics 9.00am, Lagoon

READY STEADY GO KIDS SATURDAYS Multi Sport & Exercise Program for Kids Time: (during school terms) 9.00 - 11.15am Trinity Beach State School Sports Hall 2.5 - 4yrs

THURSDAYS

Ladies Netball Time/Cost: 10.00am, $13 (includes entry to Tiny Tots for 1 Child) Child can be watched while you play

UNITING CARE COMMUNITY SUPPORT SERVICE WEDNESDAYS

FRIDAYS

Play Connect Grow Supported Playgroup Location: 98 Birch St, Manunda Time: 9.30 - 11.30am During school terms Cost: Free (Gold Coin donation appreciated) Children 0 - 5 years

Milo In2Cricket (Term Times) Time/Cost: 4.30pm, from $45

INFLATABLE KINGDOM TINY TOTS: EVERYDAY DURING SCHOOL TERM Time: 9.00am - 12.00pm SCHOOL TERM: Weekends & Public Holidays Time: 9.00am - 4.00pm SCHOOL HOLIDAYS: everyday Time: 9.00am - 4.00pm Cairns Indoor Sports, 164 Mayers St, Manunda

LIBRARIES STORYTIMES Edmonton Library 1st Thursday of the month, 10:30 - 11:30am Gordonvale Library: 1st Tuesday of the month, 10:30 - 11:30am Manunda Library: 1st Wednesday of the month, 10:30 - 11:30am Stratford Library: 2nd Tuesday of the month, 10:30 - 11:30am City Library: 2nd Wednesday of the month, 10:30 - 11:30am Babinda Library: 3rd Monday of the month, 10:30 - 11:30am Smithfield Library: 3rd Tuesday of the month, 10:30 - 11:30am Earlville Library: 4th Thursday of the month, 10:30 - 11:30am

BEADING CLASSES Thur 10.00 - 11.30am

Call Michelle 4032 6800 for more info

MONDAY READ CLUB Smithfield Library: Mondays during school term: 3:30 - 4:30pm

FREE FITNESS ON THE ESPLANADE MONDAYS Seniors Steady Steps 9.30am, Fogarty Park Fitness Playground - Green Gym Circuit 5.30pm, Lagoon Café

TUESDAYS Calligraphy Qigong Yoga - Yoga & Thai Chi Techniques 6.30am, Lagoon Deck Bouldering - Intro to Rock Climbing 5pm, Bouldering Park

WEDNESDAYS Running Start - Intro to Safe Running Techniques 6.30am, Lagoon Café Mumbalates 9.30am, Fogarty Park Beach Volleyball 5.30pm, Volleyball Courts

THURSDAYS Box Fit 6.30am, Fogarty Park Stage

BROTHERS LEAGUES CLUB SUNDAYS Kids Disco’s at Brothers Open to kids aged 3 - 12 years Time: 3.30 - 6.00pm

TRINITY ANGLICAN CHURCH, PROGRESS RD, WHITEROCK 1ST & 3RD SUNDAY Families@5 -Small church service we have craft activities, play games, bible stories, also singing, communion is also offered and colouring in for the children. Then after there is a sausage sizzle with tea, coffee and cold water.

For further information please phone Fr. Don or Carolynn Ford on 40511070

CRAFT & SEWING STUDIO 4053 4421 Edge Hill Piccones

KIDS SEWING CLASSES Wed & Thur 3.30 - 5.30pm

PATCHWORK/SEWING CLASSES

Tues 5.30 - 8.30pm Wed 9.30am - 12.30pm Fri 9.30am -12.30pm

FREE SWIM PROGRAM FOR 2 & 3 MONTH OLD BABIES

An educational, stimulating water familiarization program for parents and their newborns.

Held at both Little Snappers and Swim Skills Swim schools

MONDAYS AND TUESDAYS AT SWIM SKILLS SWIM SCHOOL 4045 2782 32 Fishburn Street Bentley Park www.swimskills.com.au

WEDNESDAYS AND THURSDAYS AT LITTLE SNAPPERS SWIM SCHOOL 4038 1241 1 Cumberland Avenue Smithfield www.littlesnappers.com.au

BUSY BEES PLAYGROUP EVERY THURSDAY The Masonic Hall, 90 Le Grande Street, Freshwater 9.30am - 11.45am $3.00 per family contact 0434 371 032 for more details

Is your little superstar a sport fanatic? Why not give your biggest fan a sports-themed party that celebrates this passion? We’ve got a great selection of sweets, treats, games and decorations that will give the whole team something to cheer about.

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DECORATIONS OF CHAMPIONS

In addition to the traditional game day meals (sausage rolls, party pies and mini hot dogs), give your little champions the energy they need with some of these simple and (somewhat) nutritional ideas:

When decorating for your child’s sports party, you will probably want to choose plates, tablecloths, crepe paper and balloons to represent your child’s favourite team colour(s). For example, if your little guy or gal is a Cowboys fan, then you will most likely stick to dark blue and yellow.

• Use edible black markers to transform a bowl of oranges into mini basketballs.

• Serve treats, like popcorn, pretzels or nuts, out of trophylike cups.

• Turn water bottles or juice pops into referees by adding a band of black and white paper around the base and topping each drink with a whistle.

• Serve up a veggie platter with plenty of greens to represent the pitch.

• Serve fairy bread using sprinkles of your child’s favourite team colours.

• Pick up a sheet of fake grass (from any hardware store) and cut it into placemats for the table setting.

• Transform paper lanterns into balls with a bit of paint (orange for basketballs and black and white for soccer balls).

FUN, GAMES AND LOLLY BAG IDEAS Keep the superstars happily sweating with some physical activity. Then send them on their way with a lolly bag.

• Set up a mini golf station in your backyard.

• Play cricket, baseball or footy at a nearby park.

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• Make fruit sticks using fruits of the same colours as your child’s favourite team (watermelon for red, grapes for green, blueberries for blue and banana for yellow).

• Invite guests to the party by designing a ticket-themed birthday invitation.

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Rubber Sponge Cricket Ball www.earthtoys.net (RRP $4.50ea) www.catchmyparty.com

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1 cup dates 1/4 cup sultanas 1/4 cup cranberries 1/2 cup pumpkin seeds 1/2 cup sunflower seeds 1/4 cup chia seeds 1/4 cup 100 per cent pure maple syrup 1 cup puffed rice (rice bubbles work fine also)

1 cup macadamia nuts 1 1/4 cups of dates 1/3 cup desiccated coconut 1 heaped tbs cacao powder 1 tsp ground ginger

HOW TO MAKE PREHEAT fan forced oven to 180°C (200°C conventional).

LINE a medium baking tin with greaseproof paper.

PLACE all ingredients in a food processor, except the puffed rice. Blend until mixed well.

ADD in the puffed rice and blend for another 30 seconds or so.

PRESS the mixture firmly into the lined baking tray and bake in the oven for approximately 15 minutes, turning the tray half way through cooking time to ensure even baking.

ALLOW to cool before slicing into pieces.

Using ordinary rice bubbles rather than plain puffed rice will make this recipe quite a bit sweeter. Keeps for up to a week in the fridge. These bars must be stored in the fridge.

RECIPES BROUGHT TO YOU BY: Get your ingredients from The Source Bulk Foods.

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HOW TO MAKE PREHEAT fan forced oven to 180°C (200°C conventional).

LINE a baking tray with greaseproof paper.

PLACE all ingredients into a food processor and blend until the mixture is broken down and starts to stick together. If it’s not sticky enough, just add a dash of almond milk and blend again.

SHAPE the mixture into cookies by rolling them into balls and pushing them down gently using the back of a fork once on the baking tray.

BAKE for approximately 10 minutes.

ALLOW to cool slightly before transferring them to a cooling rack.

When they first come out of the oven they will be quite soft but will harden up once they’ve cooled. Cookies will keep for up to a week in the fridge.

RECIPES CREATED BY: Liz Richards of Simple Nourishment. Check them out online: www.simplenourishment.com.au on Instagram: simple.nourishment or on facebook: /simplenourishment

You can pick up pre-made ingredient bags of these recipes from The Source Bulk Foods - Just add the wet ingredients and you're ready to go!

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Tiny Tots

ACTIVITIES FOR UNDER 5s

Cairns Indoor Sports

FNQ Dance Academy

Waterwise Aquatic Centre

Junior Soccer – Under 3s to under 6s

Offering age appropriate movement classes to develop core motor skill acquisition while having fun, socialising and stimulating the imagination!

Learn to swim surrounded by nature.

A swim school with a difference nestled in the Redlynch community.

Calm, peaceful learning environment with quality, professional staff.

Pup’s is their youngest sports age group and is all about teaching the very basics of soccer in a fun way, and introducing them to a team environment.

Commences Wednesday, 25th January 2017 at 4:30pm Cost is $65.00 for the school term and includes a free shirt.

Please register by email Tel: 07 4032 2844 Web: www.cairnsindoorsports.com.au

Playdance (2-3 years), Babies Ballet (3-4 years), Tiny-tots Ballet (4-5 years), Prep Ballet (5-6years), Beginners Jazz & Tap (5-7years).

Class options - Monday, Thursday or Saturday mornings Term 1 commences Monday, 23rd January but enrolments are accepted throughout the year.

Approx. cost $10.50 per lesson

Email: marketing@cairnsindoorsports.com

Email for further information and to book your trial today!

Little Snappers

Bookings required

Little Snappers have programs suitable for babies, toddlers and Learn to Swim classes.

Web: www.fnqdanceacademy.com.au

AQUAVOYAGE - an exciting new program where imagination and water collide. Suitable for nine months to four years of age. Mondays for 30 minutes. $10.00 per session.

Free Newborn Program - for two and three month old babies.

Learn to Swim – for babies as young as four months.

For more information call the centre or check out their website.

Tel: 07 4051 4888

Email: admin@fnqdanceacademy.com.au

Go Bowling Sign Up Day - any Saturday at 9.30am - sign up and come try junior tenpin bowling.

Sign Up Day Is FREE and includes a game of tenpin bowling. Meet the coaches and new friends!

Tel: 07 4039 1078 Email: info@wwac.com.au

Jamie Gosling Football Academy Little Goslings Football Academy Cairns' first dedicated 3 – 5 year old’s football academy.

Little Goslings Football Academy is the perfect learning environment for toddlers to develop their basic social, co-ordination and gross motor skills.

As your child builds confidence, our energetic, friendly and brilliant coaches will become more socially independent and technically prepared to graduate into JGFA, where they will continue to grow and improve their football skills.

Parents are welcome to stay with their children until they are happy to be left on their own.

With a huge emphasis on fun and enjoyment, these classes are designed to mix both essential footwork improvement with some passing, game time and shooting.

It is a very relaxed and fun atmosphere, where their football mad coaches will share their tips and skills with all ‘Little Goslings’ aged from 3–5.

Places are limited, so register now!

Tel: 07 4038 1241

Call the centre to let staff know you are coming!

Web: www.littlesnappers.com.au

Tel: 07 4053 3497

Web: www.jgfa.com.au

Email: info@littlesnappers.com.au

Web: www.gobowling.com.au

Email: info@jgfa.com.au

Tel: 0450 181 626

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South Cairns Gymnastics Enrol NOW for 2017.

Classes on offer: Kinder Gym: 2-5 years, Mini Gym: Pre-Prep (4-5 years).

Contact them for more information.

Tel: 07 4045 2947 Web: www.gymsportsfnq.com.au Email: info@gymsportsfnq.com.au

Cairns Reginal Gallery Tiny Tackers - with Kate Hard, artist and educator.

For 2-5 years with parent/carer.

Cost $85.00 ($75.00 members).

Cairns Regional Gallery have extended this popular program to eight weeks, and are now also giving you a choice of days. This program provides an early introduction to the Gallery for the very young. Kate will focus on a different part of the Gallery exhibit each week, followed by a related art activity; a combination of children discovering art and expressing themselves creatively.

Every Tuesday - 10.00am - 10.45am throughout February and March.

Or Every Thursday - 10.00am - 10.45am or 11.00 - 11.45am throughout February and March.

Bookings essential Tel: 07 4046 4800 Web: www.cairnsregionalgallery.com.au Email: info@cairnsregionalgallery.com.au

Turning Pointe Dance Studios Is your little one bursting to dance?

Then head in and see the team at Turning Pointe Dance Studios. They offer the following specialised classes

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for Tiny Tots ranging from 2 to 6 years:

For more information call Miss Sian.

Mummy & Me (2-3yrs)

Tel: 4057 5412

Baby Ballet (3-4yrs)

Web: www.stepitupcrew.com.au

Kinder Ballet (4-5yrs)

Email: info@stepitupcrew.com.au

Pre-Primary (5-6yrs)

Facebook: stepitupcrewcairns

All 45 minute classes - $12.00

Inflatable Kingdom

Your child will be taught by their qualified and highly trained team who will provide professional tuition in a fun, caring, safe and enthusiastic environment.

Turning Pointe Dance Studios has brand new, purpose built premises located at 240 Hartley Street, Cairns that includes five huge studios, student lounge, homework area and dancewear shop.

With over 20 years’ experience in the industry, head along to find out more about joining their purple family and let them help foster the LOVE of DANCE in your little one.

For further information or to enrol, contact them.

Tel: 4031 3390 Web: www.turningpointe.com.au Email: info@turningpointe.com.au Facebook: turningpointedancestudios

Tanks Arts Centre Little Taccas – runs Thursdays fortnightly from 10.00am – 12.00pm and is FREE to attend on The Deck near Tank 3.

An award-winning, nature- based program with fun activities for kids aged up to 5 years, set in lush Botanic Gardens.

Starting again 23rd February 2017.

Tel: 07 4032 6650

Step it Up Crew Barefoot Beatz Dance Classes - for boys and girls aged 2-4 years are fun fitness classes designed to develop your child’s gross and fine motor skills, concentration, co-ordination and confidence. They will build a repertoire of moves, and increase strength and flexibility.

Inflatable Kingdom for Tiny Tots is all about your children having fun in an active environment. They have four massive jumping castles for your children to play on, plus a ball pit, climbing shapes and so much more.

They also have a spare court where they do running races, dancing and ball skills with your Tiny Tots. Don’t forget your socks!

Open all year round from 9.00am until 12.00pm, Monday to Friday and every weekend 9.00am until 4.00pm.

Cost is $7.00 per child per session.

For more information check out www. facebook.com/inflatablekingdomcairns or go in and visit them at 164 Mayers Street Manunda.

Tel: 4032 2844 Web: www.inflatablekingdom.com.au

Kindermusik Kindermusik is a children’s development program incorporating music and movement. They recognise that YOU, the parent, are your child’s most important educator. There are four levels of classes, depending on the age and developmental abilities of your child.

Our Time - 1 ½ - 3 years Imagine That - for 3 - 5 years Young Child - for 5 - 7 years.

Family Time class - for families who don’t have time for two or three separate classes.

Contact Nicole for more information.

Tel: 0418 772 258 Web: www.kmusikcairns.com Email: kindermusikwithnicole@yahoo.com.au

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Edge Hill United Football Club Home of the mighty Tigers. They cater for players from 3-years-old (Subway Squirts) and all the juniors in between.

EHUFC's goal is to provide a fun, family orientated sporting club that encourages healthy living, participation and making new friends while playing in a team environment, learning and improving their skills.

For more information, email or visit their website.

Web: www.ehufc.com.au Email: ehufc67@hotmail.com

Dancescapes New Dance Class for kindy age, 3 4 years - commencing Saturday, 4th February.

Class time 8.00am - 8.40am and cost $12.00 per class (8-week term) Level 1 Jazz dance class, ages 4 - 5 years - commencing Saturday, 4th February.

Class time 8.45am - 9.30am and cost $12.00 per class (8-week term).

New Ballet Technique Class, age 5 years - commencing Wednesday, 1st February.

Class time 3.15pm – 4.00pm and cost $13.00 per class (9-week term) Dancescapes also offer a $10.00 trial dance class *conditions apply.

Phone for more information or email for enrolment package.

Dancescapes is located at Redlynch hall, Margaret Street, Redlynch.

Tel: 0412 576 272 Web: www.dancescapes.com.au Email: June Vale jv@dancescapes.com.au

Backstreet Dance No exams – no eisteddfods – no competition. Only fun and happiness!

Styles of dance: Hip Hop and Jazz/Funk.

Their studio has a one-way viewing windows, so you can see your child dance, and air-conditioned waiting areas mean you can wait in comfort.

The teachers love what they do and are nurturing, positive and encouraging. Backstreet Dance is known for its energy, passion, and teaching life skills, healthy body image and self-esteem.

Classes are either Mondays, Thursdays or Saturdays.

Classes are after school hours or Saturday mornings. Costs from $125.00.

View the website for classes/prices.

Bookings are required – you can book online and then trial your first class (first 2 weeks of term only) and see if it is suitable for you.

Tel: 0407 995 182 Web: www.backstreetdance.com.au Facebook: Backstreet Dance Cairns

SwimSkills Swim School Industry leading experts designed their program to guide you confidently from baby to squad!

Swim Skills Swim School is a family owned and operated boutique swim school offering swim lessons to all ages and all stages.

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Tel: 07 4045 2782 Web: www.swimskills.com.au Email: info@swimskills.com.au Facebook: swimskills

Z Crew Fitness Zumba Kids - Classes are for girls and boys aged 3 + years.

Cairns Zumba Kids classes with Deb are all about fitness, fun, friends and confidence. Classes are aimed at encouraging and motivating kids to lead a healthy, active lifestyle and boost self-esteem.

Zumba Kids classes are energetic and set to funky music. The perfect way to teach kids that exercise can be fun!

Classes are held Thursday afternoons at the Cairns Junior Eisteddfod Hall (during school terms).

Times: 4.30pm to 5.00pm - 4 to 7 years, $8.00 per class.

5.00 to 5.45pm - 8 to 13 years, $10.00 per class.

Term discounts are available.

No bookings required, you can just turn up.

Tel: 0401 023 084 (Deb) Email: deb-zumba@bigpond.com

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Featuring small class sizes in a modern, safe, clean and purpose built aquatic education centre. Two pools are heated to the thermoneutral temperature of 32° celsius, creating a pleasant year-round swimming experience for your child that is always warm in winter and comfortable in summer.

Fun and positive dance classes for ages 3 years and up, with a big focus on confidence.

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Bowling Family Fun STORY Mat May

There is nothing quite like the bombardment to your senses when you first walk into a bowling alley. From the relative peace and quiet outside, as soon as you open the door, I always look forward to hearing the unmistakeable noise of the pins being knocked down, the excited cries of people of all ages celebrating a strike, or even just hitting the pins.

And Cairns' only bowling alley, Go Bowling certainly didn’t disappoint.

Go Bowling is great for families and as well as being heaps of fun, the airconditioned facility makes it a winner to escape the year-round Cairns heat.

So, one hot Friday night in January, I piled my wife, Janelle, our 16-year-old daughter, Madi and 11-year-old son, Ben into the car and prepared them for an evening of frolics and friendly competitive fun!

Our first step was to choose our shoes – something Janelle and Madi weren’t so thrilled about. Being the fashion-conscious, yet sensible and competitive, gent that I am, I was just thankful that Go Bowling’s shoes were well maintained and comfortable, in spite of the standard blue and red design you expect of any bowling alley! I can’t help but think that these shoes are designed so people will not be inclined to steal them! It does not matter what you are wearing, there are very few outfits that would be complimented by this style of footwear! Fortunately, I obviously ‘owned it’, as Ben would say!

I’m very particular about my balls!

Choosing a bowling ball can prove to be quite challenging as the finger holes seem to vary from ‘Montgomery Burns’ to ‘Shrek’ sized holes. There also seems to be no set procedure for determining what size finger holes go with particular weighted balls.

Amazingly, it didn’t take long to find a ball to suit each person, there was heaps to choose from. Then, we were ready to bowl.

The beauty of taking the family ten pin bowling is that it really does not matter how good or bad you are, it is always fun. The ‘bumpers’ for the kids are a fantastic way to ensure that they will hit the pins every time, and when they get a lucky strike, everyone gets to revel in their excitement.

I don’t know if it was the sleek lanes, the bumpers or the brand-new pins at Go Bowling, but there was something in the air that Friday and the kids were beating me! I needed

something to help me get over the loss, and the smell of the fried chicken at the café was too good to resist! Chips, wedges, burgers, fried chicken and Go Bowling’s famous ‘Melts’ were all on the menu but it was the steak sanga that won me over!

Delicious!

After our three games, which only cost $23.00 per person as part of the family pass, we handed over our shoes and headed home. We’d had such a great night out and, despite me not winning as I had planned, we were already planning our next trip back. And it doesn’t just have to be a Friday night either.

Go Bowling are open every day and even do functions and birthday parties for kids and adults. With bowling, food and drinks from $20.00, I might even have my next party there… I might get a little practice in first though!

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JGFA Head Coach, Charlie Beverley at the JGFA Summer Program in January 2017

Hot on the heels of their brilliant school holiday program, we catch up with Jamie Gosling from Jamie Gosling Football Academy (JGFA) to find out what this year holds for the popular soccer school.

Jamie, who set up his Cairns academy after playing and coaching for the FNQ Heat, designed his programs to introduce children to the game he is passionate about and help them develop their skills whilst making friends and building their overall confidence.

Why are your school holiday programs so popular?

“We’ve had a really great response to our school holiday programs. We provide a great way for children to be entertained when school’s out and they leave with new friends, a sense of achievement and some new skills.

“Parents love the school holiday program too. We’re at four locations - Stratford, Edmonton, Trinity Beach and Port Douglas – so we’re accessible and convenient. Plus, the program is a great way to keep kids entertained whilst keeping fit.”

What do you offer for Tiny Tots?

“From a young age, I always had a ball at my feet and I would love for other children to develop a love of football from an early age. Not only does Little Goslings Football Academy (for three to five-year-olds) introduce children to soccer, but the fun learning environment really helps with social, co-ordination and gross motor skills.”

Tell us about your birthday parties.

“JGFA soccer parties are great fun for soccer mad kids.

They get to invite all of their friends to play fun 5-a-side games, participate in competitions and have some fun training with the chance to win prizes.

“It’s something completely different to the standard birthday party and, often, friends of the birthday boy or girl have so much fun, they want their birthday with JGFA too!”

Outside of the school holidays, who is the academy for?

What’s new for JGFA?

“The academy is for all children aged from 5-16 years.

Children who enjoy football, those who have never played, those who are wanting to try something new – we have a range of skill levels and the academy is open to anyone who wants to participate.

“I’m passionate about making sure kids get equal opportunities, especially those displaying a natural talent for the beautiful game. That’s why we have launched an Indigenous Scholarship Program for Aboriginal and Torres Straight Islander Children . There are currently two scholarships on offer for children aged 6-12 years.”

“Our footballing year consists of four 10-week terms, in line with Queensland state school terms, with two one-hour sessions per week.”

And it’s not just for the big kids, the Little Goslings program is Cairns’ first dedicated football academy for three to five year olds.

Applications close on Friday, 17 March 2017 so visit the JGFA website for more details and to apply.

For more information on the Jamie Gosling Football Academy, school holiday programs and birthday parties visit www.jgfa.com.au

Website www.jgfa.com.au Email info@jgfa.com.au Phone 0450 181 626 Facebook /JamieGoslingFootballAcademy Instagram jgfacairns Twitter JG Football Academy

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BUSINESS Buzz It’s all in the Fine Print Have you ever stopped and wondered why businesses have terms and conditions?

It is about making clear what legal liabilities sit with the customer and the service provider or supplier and overall, it governs that relationship.

With an endless list of tasks that comes with setting up a business, drawing up terms and conditions can be at the bottom of your list of priorities. As the business grows, this important aspect can fall by the wayside, often giving way to a half-hearted and ill-considered attempt. If you, as a business owner, have terms and conditions which are not lawful or enforceable and do not protect your rights, then you might as well have none.

Let’s consider the obligation to pay. Seven day terms are typical in Cairns for small business. A customer, after three days, decides to not pay, because the item failed. Upon inspection, it is clear, they did not use it as per manufacturer specifications.

How will you get paid?

There are two issues here:

1. They might be able to ‘set off’ the cost, resulting in you not being able to recover the money and; 2. The cost to you to enforce the debt could be hefty.

Good terms and conditions will cover off dozens of common issues, including a no set off rule and providing an indemnity for their failure to pay on time.

Wilson Partners Law are offering Cairns Small Businesses a free health check for terms and conditions in February 2017 and would love to assist business with the important stuff.

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BANKING MADE EASY FOR ALL KIDS BIG & SMALL We, at Bendigo Bank, are here to help our customers throughout their lives, including kids of all ages, and have a great range of products designed to take each customer through their banking life with one account number, so eliminating the need to change details as your life changes. Here’s a few of our products designed for the younger ones.

Big Features for Little Savers The Bendigo PiggySaver is the perfect account to start your kids saving.

Whether it’s for the latest craze in computer games, for a new bike or just a rainy day, we all know it’s never too early for kids to start learning about the benefits of budgeting and saving.

The Bendigo PiggySaver Account is suitable for all kids from birth to 12 years of age and comes with a range of big benefits just for kids including; • A competitive interest rate while funds remain at call.

• No monthly account fee.

• A card and birthday gift from Piggy for kids aged 4-10.

• At 12 your account converts to a Bendigo Student Account.

Choose a Bank Account Less Banky Than Most Are you heading to school, university or TAFE this year? Or maybe completing an apprenticeship or

traineeship? If so, Bendigo Bank’s student account can help you be smart with your money.

Features include; • No monthly service fee.

• A great interest rate.

• A Bendigo Easy Money card (if you’re 12 or over).

• A Bendigo Blue Debit Mastercard (if you’re 16 or over).

Sometimes you need to do a lot with a little.

A Bendigo Student Personal Loan is a smart way to buy what you need now, without blowing your budget.

With discounted rates and fees, a Bendigo Student Personal Loan is a smart way to get the money you need, with repayments you can afford.

• Free online redraw facility.

• Competitive fixed interest rate.

• Fixed repayment amount with the ability to make extra additional payments.

• Loan terms available 1-7 years.

So, banking with Bendigo Bank really can be as simple as popping in to any of our local branches and having a chat with one of our friendly team to discuss your stage of banking life and how we can help you save, and spend when the time comes!

Our local Cairns branches look forward to seeing you soon Westcourt // Ph: 4052 8900 Edmonton // Ph: 4045 2488 Sheridan Street // Ph: 4044 5211 Smithfield // Ph: 4038 1700

Some of the great features suitable for students, trainees and apprentices are;

Judy Blackall,

• Secured and unsecured options.

Far North QLD Region

Senior Manager, Bendigo Bank

• No application or on-going fees.

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PAY OFF YOUR MORTGAGE FASTER When was the last time you looked closely at your loan, the progress you are making on paying it off and how it compares to others in the market? Analysing your mortgage could mean savings for you, as well as the opportunity to pay it off more quickly, invest in other assets or reach financial freedom sooner.

Here are some tips on how to pay off your mortgage faster.

Make smaller payments, more often.

Don’t decrease repayments when interest rates fall.

To cut the size of your payments, make more of them. This could even see you pay off your loan faster, and therefore pay less interest overall.

Even if your repayments are lowered when interest rates decrease, it doesn’t mean that’s all you have to pay and, by keeping your repayments at the same level when interest rates are lower, you will pay down more of the principle with each payment and make speedy progress on your loan.

If you pay your mortgage monthly, consider changing to fortnightly repayments. For example, if your mortgage equates to $2,400 a month, cut this in half and pay $1,200 each fortnight. As well as having more manageable payments to make, by the end of the year you will have paid off $31,200 rather than $28,800.

Pay just a little bit extra.

A minimum repayment is just that – for most loans there is no reason you can’t pay more, either here and there or regularly.

By rounding up to a full number or contributing an extra $100 or even just $10, you’ll significantly reduce your mortgage. It may also be worth considering putting all bonuses, tax returns and other windfalls into your mortgage.

Offset it.

If you can, use an offset account. A mortgage offset account is linked to your loan and the interest payable on the loan from month to month is calculated by deducting what is in your offset account from your current loan. For example, if your mortgage is $300,000 and your offset account has $10,000 in it, you will only pay interest on the remaining $290,000.

An offset account will save interest while still giving you access to your savings. It also means investors can potentially preserve the tax deductibility of the mortgage.

Find a better deal.

Ultimately, your mortgage needs to suit you and your circumstances, or you will wind up paying too much. If you think your current loan no longer matches your situation, speak to a finance broker. They will be able to find the right product for you, as well as negotiating appropriate rates on it.

Of course, it is important to make sure that your lender doesn’t charge fees for extra repayments, refinancing, or any other steps you take in an attempt to save on your loan. A finance broker will be able to provide details and make sure you have a loan that lets you pay down your balance sooner.

If you don’t already have a relationship with a Finance Broker you are invited to connect with one of the team at Smartline Cairns. We have the expertise to make sure you aren’t paying too much and are in a loan that suits you.

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SENIOR PET CARE STORY Jane Quinn

The bond you have with your pet only strengthens as they get older and it’s hard to imagine that the same calm friend laying at our feet was once tearing around with an abundance of energy.

Dogs and cats over the age of seven are considered to be seniors and, like humans, as they age they become more at risk of developing illnesses such as kidney and liver problems, heart disease, diabetes, thyroid abnormalities, tumours and arthritis. Unfortunately, the symptoms of age related illnesses often develop slowly and can be easily missed, resulting in treatments being delayed or being given too late. Senior health checks should be performed every six months for all animals over seven years of age.

What’s involved during a senior check?

Our vets will perform a full physical examination, consult your pet’s history and ask questions to identify any problems your pet may be experiencing. A blood profile and urine tests are recommended for early diagnosis and treatment of potential problems.

It’s important for you to look out for the early warning signs of age related diseases between veterinary visits.

It’s common to assume that some early warning signs are a normal part of the aging process but often these signs indicate underlying disease.

WARNING SIGNS INCLUDE: • Change in appetite.

• Weight loss or weight gain.

• Difficulty rising, walking or climbing stairs.

• Lumps and bumps.

• Confusion and disorientation.

• Excessive drinking and/or urination.

• Persistent cough.

• Diarrhoea or vomiting.

• Incontinence or change to toilet habits.

• Bad breath, plaque.

• Change in sleep patterns.

If you have noticed any of these signs it’s essential that your pet is checked sooner rather than later as the earlier we detect problems, the more we can do to treat, manage and minimize the effects on your pet’s health.

For further information regarding senior health checks or to book an appointment for a vital senior’s check, please contact us at either of our convenient locations.

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Masterful With The Block's Caro and Kingi Your bedroom is your sanctuary. It should not only be the place you go to rest your body, but where you feel relaxed and where you can recharge for the next day. So here are our top tips to achieving a blissful bedroom retreat.

Choose soft palette colours.

Soft colours, such as light blues, whites, lime greens and pinks are perfect for bedrooms as they can brighten it up and make the room feel light and airy. Adding a few cushions, a rug or curtains in a matching colour can also add a bit of harmony to your bedroom.

Play around with lighting.

Everyone is different when it comes to the right lighting for

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their specific needs. Some people prefer to keep a candle aglow as a mood setter before bed while others prefer a

night lamp or even LED lights to help bring in a bit of a glow.

Avoid using your bedroom as your charging station.

Having your mobile phone on your bedside comes with a

number of downfalls. Not only is it harder to fall asleep after playing around on your phone but it can be harmful to your relationship. While you recharge at night, let your phone,

iPad and other electrical devices recharge in the living room.

Add some plant life.

There are so many health benefits to having plants inside – they can purify your air, reduce carbon dioxide levels and remove toxins from the environment (including benzene, formaldehyde and trichloroethylene).

Pony Rider - X Cushion korufurnitureandhomewares.com.au (RRP $95.00ea)

Plant Stand www.facebook.com/bespokedesignerliving

Declutter often.

For some reason the bedroom seems to accumulate stuff quickly – clothing that needs to be put away (or binned), books and artwork your kids bring home from school, electrical chargers and so much more. To achieve a better night’s sleep and simply go to bed feeling stress-free, keep your bedroom as clutter-free as possible.

Keep Resin Almost Black Round Pot + Stand korufurnitureandhomewares.com.au (RRP $275.00ea)

Coconut & White Peach Candle by Sohum www.prettylittlesomething.com.au (RRP $32.00ea)

Pony Rider Lover Linen Pillow Case korufurnitureandhomewares.com.au (RRP $59.00ea)

Heico Rabbit Night Light www.earthtoys.net (RRP $149.95ea)

Bedside Table www.facebook.com/bespokedesignerliving (RRP $400.00ea)

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FOR THE KIDS' BEDROOMS Figure of 8 Train Set 40pcs - Bigjigs www.playmackay.com.au (RRP $85.00ea)

Rainbow Hot Air Balloon Ornament www.playmackay.com.au (RRP $34.99ea)

World Globe Night Light www.earthtoys.net (RRP $64.95ea)

Concrete Men in Small, Medium and Large www.facebook.com/bespokedesignerliving

Pillow Fight Sword and Shield www.jbkidz.com.au (RRP $30.00ea)

We love these handmade Hazel Village soft toys from Earth Toys.

These beautiful creatures are hand stitched from organic cotton and ready to become a child's life long friend.

Hazel Village animals are suitable for all ages as their features are embroidered on, making them soft and safe for babies.

Their adorable outfits are removable so the animals can share and trade.

Annicke Mouse in Amethyst Sparkle Outfit www.earthtoys.net (RRP $65.00ea)

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Lucy Owl in Red Bonnet www.earthtoys.net (RRP $65.00ea)

Flora Fox in Dress www.earthtoys.net (RRP $59.95ea)

Gracie Cat in Acrobat Costume www.earthtoys.net (RRP $85.00ea)

Ella Toad in Sparkle Tutu www.earthtoys.net (RRP $69.95ea)

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