PakMag Cairns - July 2016 Issue 109 by Grand Publishing

ISSUE: JULY 2016

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CAIRNS

Work/Life Blending

The Heart OF ARTS

Making

Music

KIDS STYLISH STUDY

Ready, Set PARTY!

School Holidays

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HELLO WIN Hello and welcome to the July edition of PakMag. This month we get pestered by our kids every time we drive down Mulgrave Road as they can see that the Cairns Show is coming to town! Make sure you come and see us in Fred Moule Exhibition Centre in our special PakMag Parents' Hub where we will have great local businesses for you to meet, and our PakMag Parents' room designed especially for parents who have littlies who need a place to feed and change their bubba in comfort. We also have a one-week holiday to give away and lots of other prizes with our “Cairns Show Selfie” promotion - see inside this edition for more information. We are also pleased to welcome our education series back with some great stories on the importance of the arts and making memories with musical instruments. We’re also delving deep into the world of cars to celebrate the V8’s heading to Townsville and we’ve got a feature on work/life blending as well as solo parenting. My mum was a solo parent, so I dedicate this edition to all the parents coparenting and doing it alone. It certainly is a tough road. This month there is so much happening around Cairns, so check out our What’s On, School Holiday and Cairns Show guides to help you decide what to do-the hardest thing will be choosing! I also want to give a massive thanks to everyone who attended our Teddy Bear’s Picnic last month-it was fantastic to see you all have such a great time despite the poor weather! Our next event is for business owners on the 28th of July, it’s all about helping small business owners with Old School Marketing. See inside for details about registering. Until next time, have a great month, and don’t forget to tell everyone, you read it in PakMag.

ISSUE NO. 109 JULY 2016 06 Entertainment: Check This Out 08 Feature: Parenting Solo 11 Feature: Work/Life Blending 15 Adult Education: Returning To School 17 Opening Doors With St Mary’s Catholic College 19 Education: The Heart Of Arts 23 Kids Talk: When Should I Be Concerned? 25 Dreaming Of A Beautiful Smile 27 Health 31 Baby: Your Body After Baby 32 Bump And Bub 35 What’s On Guide 37 Mini Mag 44 Craft: Making Music 46 Celebrate: Ready, Set, Party! 49 School Holiday Guide 55 Inspirational Child: Cairns’ Very Own Wildlife Warrior

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56 Your Guide To The Cairns Show

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61 The Secret Is Out... Souths Cairns Is Now Open 62 Fashion With Gerlinda 65 What’s News In Business

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Deluxe Designer Sara

Events Extraordinaire Kelly

Darling Designer Clare

Talented Trent

Grand Poobah Bree

68 Home with Caro & Kingi: Kids Stylish Study 71 Banking On Bendigo 72 Snapped Cairns 74 Cairns Vet: Permethrin Toxicity In Cats

Office Aficionado Janelle

Sales Star Cherie

Rad Sales Rep Jacqui Witty Writer Jenna

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CHECK IT OUT WITH CAM

th July

The Face of Cairns Central Competition Returns

th July

Cairns Indigenous Art Fair

WHEN 14 July to 17 July WHERE Various locations around Cairns MORE INFO http://ciaf.com.au/

WHEN Tuesday 5 July – Saturday 9 July WHERE Cairns Central, Centre Stage MORE INFO www.cairnscentral.com.au

Much more than an art fair, CIAF is a platform for Queensland Indigenous artists to tell their stories through visual art, performance, theatre, fashion, screen, workshops and more. Their opening night takes place on 14 July 2016 followed by three days of various events.

Cairns Central’s annual search for the next ‘Face of Cairns Central’ is on again. Join Australian indigenous model Samantha Harris as she launches this year’s competition, plus meet and greet the super model with a selfie and signing event on Tuesday 5 July. Madeline Cowe the 2015 Miss Universe runner-up will be back again to host the event.

Entrants will have the opportunity to win a contract with one of Australia’s leading and most respected agencies, Chic Management and Dallys Models. Heats for the competition will be held on Tuesday 5 July at 1.00pm for Minis (5-8 years), Juniors (9-12 years) and, seniors (13-25 years) and Wednesday 6 – Friday 8 July at 11.00am daily for Minis and Juniors and 1.00pm daily for Seniors. The grand final event for all categories will be held at 11.00am on Saturday 9 July at Cairns Central centre stage.

National Pyjama Day is all about wearing your best bedtime attire to help The Pyjama Foundation raise much-needed awareness and funds for children in foster care. By wearing your favourite PJ’s and by making a donation, you’ll be helping to make a difference to the lives of foster children.

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Come one, Come all to the Cairns Show 2016 WHEN 20 July to 22 July 2016 WHERE Cairns Showgrounds MORE INFO www.cairnsshow.com.au With animals to pet, showbags to grab, rides to enjoy and games to play, the Cairns Show always proves to be a fun day out for the family. Check out our feature of everything to do this Cairns Show on page 56.

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National Pyjama Day WHEN 22 July 2016 MORE INFO www.thepyjamafoundation.com

25th June - 24th July Trippo Comes to Cairns

WHEN 25 June to 24 July, 9am – 5pm WHERE Coconut Grove Esplanade Cairns MORE INFO www.trippo.com.au/booking and www.facebook.com/trippoaustralia The Trippo – the world’s largest inflatable water slide is now at Coconut Grove, Esplanade Cairns! The slide is 3 stories high, 53 meters long, 24 meters wide and includes 3 slide chute options. Bookings are recommended to avoid disappointments – sessions fill up quickly! The Trippo is perfect for children three years and older as well as adults. Children under 1.06m will need to ride with a paying adult.

3rd August

Children’s Theatre – Snugglepot & Cuddlepie WHEN Wednesday 3 August, 10am, 1pm & 6pm WHERE Tank 3, Tanks Arts Centre MORE INFO www.ticketlink.com.au This exquisite new stage adaptation will spark the imagination and sense of adventure in 5-10 year olds and their families as they experience the timeless charm of Snugglepot & Cuddlepie. These much loved characters come to life on stage as this funny & charming new production introduces today’s children to the wonderful world of May Gibbs.

5th August St Andrew's Catholic College School Fete

WHEN 5 August 2016, 4pm to 8pm WHERE St Andrew's Catholic College – Redlynch Valley MORE INFO www.standrewscc.qld.edu.au Plan an afternoon of fun for everyone with entertainment, cent sales, colour run, rides, foods, drinks, fireworks and more!

27th August

Whitfield Community Kindergarten’s 21st Birthday WHEN 9 am – 2 pm, Saturday 27th August 2016 WHERE Whitfield State School Oval, Marino St, Whitfield MORE INFO e: whitfieldkindy@westnet.com.au or (m) Julia 0420 928 958 Patchouli 0409 135 656 Emma 0418 140 460 The Whitfield Kindy invites you and your family to come along and help celebrate their 21st! The Kindy is also calling on businesses and organisations to participate in celebrations via information stalls, selling goods and services or products, or displaying your organisations sport or activity. There is a small $50 fee for a stall / stand. Please contact us to secure your spot and be a part celebrating this fantastic milestone! This is a great opportunity to be a part of community event and all funds raised go back into the Kindy. There will be children's entertainment, face painting as well as food stalls and displays. www.pakmag.com.au JULY 2016

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Parenting Solo

It takes two to tango but raising children isn’t always a joint venture. STORY Jenna Gallina Most couples go into a relationship and have a child with a strong intention of remaining together but sometimes this simply doesn’t happen. Whether it’s due to a separation, a death, a divorce, a career move or another circumstance, many parents will find that they are the sole provider for their children, either every day, or most of the time. Parenting is an amazing journey no matter how you do it. But there are always going to be hard times, situations when you feel like you are failing and instances when you simply need to take a time out. These tips may be directed towards parents who are doing it solo but they relate to every parent out there.

Because, the truth is, whether we co-parent or solo parent, whether we are single, married, separated, in a relationship, re-married or divorced, our mission as a parent remains the same – to provide a positive, happy and safe environment for our children.

FOCUS ON THE FUTURE Regardless of the past journey, it’s the future pathway that matters now. Don’t forget about that part of your life – after all, it led you to this position. But instead of dwelling on it or attempting to find a way to fix it or change it, remember it and move forward. Your past is a chapter in a book – it doesn’t define the entire story.

HAVE FUN WITH WHAT YOU HAVE Even if you don’t have a partner, you have something better - a best mate for life in your child. Be silly often; indulge in childish adventures together; and make the most out of this precious bond.

TAKE TIME FOR YOURSELF EMBRACE YOUR ROLE Yes, being a single parent is scary and overwhelming but always trust that you are doing a great job. Find your inner confidence to believe this and know that the decisions you are making are the right ones for you and your family.

Most of the time is good enough.

Yes, going to the gym, going for a walk or going out for a drink with a friend can help but what about when you have the kids 24/7? All you need is ten minutes. Ten minutes to close your eyes and reflect at the end of each day; ten minutes to write your thoughts in a diary; ten minutes to do squats or stretch in the backyard.

USE WHAT IS AROUND YOU

CELEBRATE THE LITTLE VICTORIES

You don’t have to rely on a partner to be a pillar of support. Parents, friends, siblings, neighbours and especially your children can provide you with all the support you need. Involve your children in the daily tasks such as making dinner, folding laundry and cleaning the house. You are a team and you need to work together. Teaching your children this lesson early will provide them with an invaluable life experience.

Everything isn’t going to go according to plan. It never does, regardless of the household dynamics. But there will always be small pleasures to celebrate each and every week – a gold star on your child’s homework; a successful dinner where the children actually eat everything on their plates; a funny moment at the park. These are the things that should drive you forward, regardless of your situation.

DON’T TRY TO BE PERFECT ALL THE TIME

Your children are first. But if you are overtired, overstressed and unhappy, then you cannot be the best parent. It’s so easy to write, “Take time for you” but it can be next to impossible to actually put this tip into play.

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Celebrating Families Families come in all shapes and sizes and this is something that modern day society instils on a regular basis. Some children grow up in a household with a mum and a dad. Some children don’t. Some grow up with mum or dad away for weeks at a time; some grow up with only one parental figure or some grow up with step-parents, two mums, two dads, grandparents, aunts, uncles and so much more. Here are a few of the families that call Cairns home:

WHAT MAKES A FAMILY? We asked some of our youngest PakMag supporters what makes a family and what family means to them. And we were blown away by the responses:

THE RUFINO-QUINNS

THE DENSMORES

Nenia, Michael and Marylou (6 months)

Michelle, Lee, Mikial (7) Saraya (5) and Rylan (16 months) plus newborn Arlon (not pictured)

Suburb: Manunda What’s your favourite thing to do as a family? We love taking walks along the Esplanade and watching Marylou's cousin play soccer on Saturday morning.

Suburb: Cairns What’s your favourite thing to do as a family? Camping and swimming.

Jacob, 6 – “Families are people that stick together.” Jesse, 4 – “Cuddles!” Madi, 14 – “Family stands for Fun times, Always loving, Many helping hands, Infinite hugs, Lots of laughing and Year round love.” Sianah, 4 – “Love make family.” Ashton, 6 – “People who love each other.” Liam, 6 – “Family means when mummy cries we make her feel happy. We care for our family.” Kirily, 9 – “Love, respect, friendship, kindness and responsibility makes a family.”

THE SUMANS

THE CLARKENEWMANS

Rebecca, Shan and Brandon (8)

Kelly, Ashton (6) and Jesse (4)

Suburb: Whiterock

Suburb: Mount Sheridan

What’s your favourite thing to do as a family?

Our favourite thing to do as a family is to go to Ellis Beach – the food is great, there's a little freshwater creek and of course, there’s the beach.

Camping and bike rides.

Ben, 10 – “Fighting but staying friends, having cakes on birthdays and knowing someone always has your back.” Caelen, 5 – “Family means happiness.” Josh, 8 – “Family is love and kisses.” Katie, 8 – “Kindness, love, joy, happy, laughter, sharing and caring.”

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STORY Jenna Gallina

Can busy mums and dads really have it all? Is it possible to find the happy medium between your personal and professional worlds? Or is this work/life balance a myth? According to many business experts, the theory of finding the happy medium between work and life is not only fictional, but also incredibly outdated. Rather than focusing on finding a balance, we should be looking at ways to blend these two worlds together. Welcome mums and dads, to the new world of work/life blending. Work is a part of life, whether you work full-time, part-time or at home. While in the past we have always aimed to keep these two separate, the new trend is to blend rather than balance. The theory behind work/life balance is simple. Imagine that work and home time are placed on a scale. We try to keep our time evenly spread between work and home activities. And, when one side of the scales is heavier than the other, we suffer. Working too much can lead to lost time with the family, to relationship breakdowns and to feelings of stress, anxiety and guilt. However, not putting enough effort into work can lead to a lack of fulfilment, potential lost opportunity and, once again, stress, anxiety and guilt.

The mission is to think of your life as a cocktail rather than a set of scales. Instead of attempting to balance the two sides of the scale, we should look to find a blend that we love the taste of. Jeffrey Greenhaus and Gary Powell, business researchers from Catalyst, explain, “Work and personal life should be allies and participation in multiple roles, such as parent, partner, friend, employee, can actually enhance physical and psychological well-being — especially when all of the roles are high quality and managed together.”

Why Blending is taking over Balance In the past, before the wonderful world of technology took over, it was a lot easier to leave work in the office. Nowadays, however, most of us are constantly connected to work at home via email, Facebook or a simple phone call. And, when at work, you are usually only a phone call or a text away from home. With technology bridging this gap, work and life priorities are able to ebb and flow as needed. For most of us, our work and home lives are not in tidy little compartments anymore. I will be the first to admit I am guilty of checking work emails on my phone at 10pm and writing late at night after the kids go to bed. Work-life balance comes from the assumption that work is outside of your life. You work to live but work doesn’t intersect with life in general. This shouldn’t be the case. Work and life are inextricable – the work we do determines the money we make, and the money we make helps us live the lives we want. “Even in the busiest of schedules, the most practical and effective way we can live is by aligning our personal priorities of work, family, health and well-being,” explains Jeffrey Greenhaus and Gary Powell. “Such realignment can bring huge gains in emotional and physical energy, not to mention greater clarity and focus at work.”

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Live to work or work to live? Here are our tips to finding a mixture between work and life that tastes delicious and works for your family:

Start with your key ingredients. What are your top priorities? What makes you fulfilled? What makes you proud? How would you feel if one ingredient was no longer a part of your life? Start by assessing your situation to determine the right blend.

Don’t just focus on your children and your career. What other things make you happy? Spending time with friends? Exercising? Travelling?

Focus on your own blend, not others. Unlike the work/life balance theory, there isn’t a certain amount of time on each activity. If working long hours makes you happy, then this is what matters, even if others believe you should be spending less time on the job.

Give up on the idea of time. Focus on achievement instead. We’ve all heard the cliché “It’s about quality, not quantity” and this certainly holds true when you think of how your hours are spent.

Reassess and re-evaluate often. Blending is all about reassessing each and every week or even day by day. Some weeks you may need to double up your amount of work; other weeks your main ingredient may be your kids.

And, most importantly, communicate! Your focus should be on creating a blend that works best for you, your family and your employer. This means you need to keep these lines of communication open so your flexibility is suitable for every party.

A good employee is one that is happy at home (and vice versa) and most employers want their employees to find this perfect blend, even if it means thinking outside the traditional 9-5 work week whenever possible. Some days you may be more employee than mum. Other days you may be all mum and barely even think about work. Blending puts you in the driver’s seat at home, at work and in life in general.

The Work/Life Blend by Numbers According to a recent survey by Samsung: 32 per cent of those surveyed believe that work/life blending makes them less stressed 38 per cent of those surveyed believe that work/life blending helps them get more work done in the same amount of time. 41 per cent of those surveyed use personal smartphones for both work and personal use with the average surveyor having 10 work-related apps on their personal phones.

75 per cent of those surveyed will spend up to an hour during each work day on personal errands (online banking, paying bills, etc.)

63 per cent of those surveyed spend up to 45 minutes checking social networks during work time.

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EDUCATION

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Returning to School The Rise in Adult Education

Is it time for you to consider a career change and return to school? Here is what you need to know. Gone are the days of maintaining the same career for your entire life. The national average tenure in a job is three years and four months which equates to 17 different employers in a lifetime (McCrindle). What this means is that we are constantly learning, changing, evolving and gaining new skills in the workforce. With these figures in mind, it’s no wonder adult education is on the rise and why so many parents are considering a change in career after having children. While returning to the schooling environment can be scary, especially if you have been out of the study regime for a long time, it can be incredibly beneficial and rewarding. It can also provide you with the opportunity to expand your skills without having to put your family second. Distance education, online education and part-time schooling opportunities all cater to the flexibility that defines busy parents.

Having your own study space will minimise distractions and help keep you focused on the task at hand. CHART YOUR PROGRESS Visual charts, to-do-lists and checklists can all provide you with a sense of achievement and help you stay focused. FIND A STUDY BUDDY Even when studying online, there are social media outlets to help you connect with other students. Sending a quick text or message to a mate who is also struggling to get through the weekly reading can sometimes be what you need to get back into it.

Another common concern for parents is motivation. While some of us are experts in multitasking and staying motivated, it’s completely natural to lose your mojo every now and then (especially when the couch is calling even though you have an assignment due in the morning). Here are our top tips on staying motivated when studying.

INVOLVE YOUR FAMILY Talk about what you are doing, what you are learning and what you are enjoying about the course. Not only is this good for you, but it also shows your children that yes, it is possible to balance both study and family and hopefully will encourage them to do their own homework as well.

SET GOALS Find a safe study zone - away from the washing that is piling up, the television that is showing your favourite program or the children’s play area that is just begging to be organised.

REWARD YOURSELF And, finally, make sure you are giving yourself incentive with small rewards. We could all use a big block of chocolate every once and a while, especially after an exam.

CHOOSING YOUR CAREER PATH

WHAT ARE THE BEST CAREERS FOR MUMS?

Are you the hands-on, creative, crafty type? Try a course in graphic design, teaching, marketing or beauty therapy where you can work with your hands and nurture this creative desire.

According to Forbes Business Magazine, some of the best careers for balancing work and family include the following:

Are you passionate about healthy and active living? A course in nutritional medicine, natural therapy or personal training can allow you to bring this passion outside the household and into the lives of others.

• Freelance writer

Are you a master of multi-tasking and organisation? Try a course in event management, media planning or business administration where you can use these organisational skills outside the home.

• Teacher / Teacher Assistant • Life Coach • Nutritionist and homeopath • Interior designer • Childcare worker • Personal trainer • Small business owner

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OPENING DOORS WITH ST MARY’S CATHOLIC COLLEGE

St Mary’s Catholic College is a vibrant co-educational community that nurtures the individual and spiritual needs of students. Come inside one of Cairns’ leading colleges and explore the educational opportunities that await. Choosing a secondary school is one of the biggest decisions parents will make for their teen. With a consistent record of high achievement in academics, performing arts, sporting and vocational education, St Mary’s Catholic College has been one of the top choices for secondary education for families since 1986. Located in Woree, the faith-filled community offers a broad selection of subjects, extension activities and extra-curricular opportunities. Focussed on delivering outstanding individual results and meaningful learning experiences in a supportive and inclusive environment, it is the passion behind the community of teachers, students and parents that really drive St Mary’s Catholic College’s success. “Schools are about the development of the whole person, in a community of faith and respect,” St Mary’s Catholic College principal Mr David Harris says. “I strongly value the opportunities that a good education

affords young people and I believe in setting high standards and having high expectations,” David explains.

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Schools should allow individuals a clear path to a successful relationship with the wider

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ST MARY’S STUDENTS HAVE:

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• competed at local and state mathematics and science competitions

David tells PakMag.

• been consistent finalists in the Inter-school Debating and Public Speaking Competitions

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strives to achieve with every child,

Whether your child’s educational professional career or apprenticeship

• performed to sold out audiences at recent musical productions

studies and a trade, St Mary’s

• enjoyed exchange programs with partner schools as far away as Italy and Japan.

and diverse academic landscape that

It is this recent success across the College that draws students (and parents) to St Mary's Catholic College because it caters to the educational needs and aspirations of every student.

Catholic College provides a rigorous caters to both. “Our dedicated and talented teaching staff share the aspirations of all parents that our students achieve their potential,” David explains. With academic and music

THE PATH TO THE FUTURE

scholarships available, St Mary's

There is no denying the important role a student’s schooling plays, especially in shaping his or her future.

opening educational doors for

Go along to St Mary’s Catholic College Open Night to engage with prospective families, enjoy the magnificent grounds and experience their state-of-the-art facilities.

Catholic College is committed to students around Cairns.

WHEN: Thursday 28 July 2016, 4.00pm – 7.00pm WHERE: St Mary’s Catholic College, 53 Anderson Road, Woree MORE INFO: www.smcc.qld.edu.au

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EDUCATION

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The importance of music, drama, art and physical education There is no denying the importance of literacy and numeracy in education but attention should also be given to the arts and humanities. Why? Because it is through these disciplines that children learn how to express themselves.

STEMMING OUT FROM STEM The STEM subjects – Science – Technology – Engineering - Maths, along with literacy, are often considered the most important parts of the school curriculum. Yes, it is critical that you are helping your children in these disciplines but it is also important to include the arts. One of the biggest advocates for the arts and humanities is educationalist, Sir Ken Robinson who states, “Imagination is the source of all human achievement. The arts, science, humanities, languages and maths have equal and central contributions to make to a student’s education.” Gary Hall, Catholic Education Services Principal Education Officer on Student Wellbeing, echoes this notion. “There is a premise that [the arts] are less valued for employment purposes. You hear statements such as, ‘Don’t do music, you’ll never be a musician’, or, ‘Don’t do art, you’ll never be an artist’. Strangely you don’t hear statements such as, ‘Don’t do maths, you’ll never be a mathematician’.” Swapping STEM to STEAM (with Arts added in) is something all schools now encourage due to the creative expression and holistic education that the Arts promote. “Education is personal and should support individuals to identify their talents and make them creative and confident learners. Education is also cultural and the arts are a great vehicle for transferring cultural beliefs,” Gary Hall explains.

KEEPING UP TO A CREATIVE SOCIETY Times have changed and our world now nurtures more creative expression, especially in terms of career paths. “We are living in a world where diversity is the norm. In our society diversity is encouraged, rewarded and celebrated,” Gary Hall tells us. In the past a linearity approach to education may have worked, especially for the industrial revolution. “However, this approach is outmoded and there is a need to make education personal and creative.” The modern educational framework, while still somewhat linear, is also focused more on creativity.

Teaching creativity is all about encouraging, mentoring and coaching. It’s about helping students identify what their talents are, fostering their passions and encouraging them to do the very best they can with what they have, - Gary Hall.

THE ‘ART’ IN ARTICULATE LEARNING All subjects in the arts and humanities help to build confidence in children as well as promote social interaction and collaboration with other students interested in the same subject. They can also help develop the skills for children to handle anxiety and nervousness. We all have to face nerve-wracking situations in adulthood, anything from public speaking to job interviews. Playing a sport (especially in front of a crowd), performing in a concert or showcasing paintings in an exhibition can help children come to terms with this nervousness. Speciality programs provide a sense of achievement outside the traditional framework. They encourage perseverance and help develop the understanding that hard work and practice will pay off. They can also help keep children, especially creative learners, engaged in school and improve academic performance as a whole. The arts don’t only develop a child’s creativity—the skills they learn because of them spill over into academic achievement. The arts allow students to express themselves better than in the math or science areas. If children have to practice thinking creatively, it will come more naturally to them both in the present and in their future careers. Children need to know more about the world than just what they can learn through text and numbers. Art education teaches students to interpret, criticise and use visual information, and then to make choices based on what they have learned.

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pakmag EDUCATION THINKING OUTSIDE THE TRADITIONAL EDUCATIONAL FRAMEWORK As Dr. Seuss writes, “Think left and think right and think low and think high. Oh, the thinks you can think up if only you try.” Shifting focus outside the traditional educational box of literacy and numeracy allows our children to nurture their individuality, build their confidence, understand their world and encourage their passion, whatever path they choose.

Music is the art of thinking with sounds.

MUSIC CAN: • develop language, creative thinking and reasoning

• encourage a passion for healthy living, nutrition and exercise

• promote craftsmanship • increase coordination

• assist with mental wellbeing

• develop pattern recognition

• keep children strong and fit

• fine-tune auditory skills

• develop coordination

• help with mindfulness and relaxation

• encourage teamwork and pride

• build imagination and intellectual curiosity

• instil the importance of practice and hard work

• promote responsible risk-taking and a healthy way to tackle fear, anxiety and nervousness that come with performances

DRAMA CAN: • build confidence and develop team building • help with concentration, memorisation, sharing, taking turns and other valuable social skills • develop language, communication skills and emotional intelligence • encourage cooperation and friendship • help children understand the world around them • encourage an understanding of emotions and how to express these feelings in a healthy way

P.E. CAN:

• help children to understand the importance of staying active

• help in the mastery of memorisation

All the world’s a stage and all the men and women merely players.

An active mind cannot exist in an inactive body.

• assist in an understanding of general anatomy

The world is but a canvas to the imagination.

ART CAN:

• improve oral and written communication • allow children to exercise the right (creative) side of their brain • develop a global perspective by studying cultures throughout the world • deepen an understanding and appreciation of cultural expression • support and strengthen the local arts community • provide a sense of achievement and creative expression • promote a different way of looking at the world • inspire the next generation by exploring some of the greatest minds and works of the past

SEJUMI SENIOR COLLEGE ALTERNATIVE PROGRAM Sejumi Senior College, a division of Sejumi Institute of Further Education, is offering an alternative to senior high school in Cairns in 2017. The program incorporates both academic skills and vocational qualifications providing pathways to further study including Sejumi Institute’s “Double Diploma” year and onto university. All students are taught valuable life skills including time management, communication, teamwork and leadership. They also develop their IT skills, as they are taught how to effectively use various computer packages to present their work, research and manage their time. The project-based approach to learning provides students with the opportunity to practically apply the skills and knowledge in real scenarios. Students are encouraged to seek employment in related fields to further develop their confidence and future employment opportunities. Due to the small class sizes students have the opportunity to work closely with the Sejumi teaching team and are mentored and guided throughout the program. For more information call them on 4041 5711. 20

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WHEN SHOULD I BE CONCERNED? STORY Speech Pathology NQ

From the moment your children are born, they are acquiring skills to become effective communicators. Every interaction that you have with your children is helping to build the connections in their brain to learn to understand and use speech sounds and language. All children develop at slightly different rates, so it can be hard to know if they are meeting their milestones for speech and language development and whether you should be concerned and seek advice.

1 YEAR

For a quick check if they are on track, your child should be able to do the following by each age: • Uses at least 1 real word • Babbling phrases e.g.‘badaga / beedoo’

2 YEARS

• Recognises familiar words e.g. ‘stop’ / ‘dada’

• Starts using 2 or more word phrases • Asks simple questions e.g.‘what that?’ • Uses over 50 single words but understands many more

3 YEARS

• Speech understood by unfamiliar people at least half of the time

• Speech can be understood by unfamiliar people most of the time. Some immature words may still be present e.g.“pider” for spider • Uses different types of word such as description or action words

4 YEARS

• Interested in and responds to ‘what’, ‘when and ‘how’ questions

• Can be understood almost all of the time • Talks about things that have happened using longer sentences with words like ‘and’ and ‘because’ • Can follow instructions with 3 or more steps

According to research: • Of four year olds with speech disorders, over 40 percent will also have a language disorder • Approximately 20 percent of four year old children will have difficulty understanding or using language • Children with a language impairment are six times more likely to have a reading problem than those without

REAL PARENTS ASK… At what age should I start reading to my child? From birth is suitable, even whilst you are pregnant as they baby becomes familiar with the sound of your voice. You may start with basic books that have a repetitive rhyme or board books with simple pictures only. If my child is bilingual, are they at risk of having delayed language development? Learning more than one language alone does not cause speech or language problems. Bilingual children may say their first words slightly later than monolingual children but within the normal age range (between 8 – 15 months). My child’s talking is difficult to understand, will they grow out of it? Whilst some children do, there are other times that speech problems persist, an assessment by a speech pathologist will let you know if their speech is developing normally. It is important to seek help early if you are concerned as it can affect early literacy skills. My child is three and they have started to stutter. What should I do? It is typical for children around three to stutter, due to a “growth spurt” in vocabulary; however, if the stutter-like behaviour persists beyond six months or they have overt frustration or other gestures with the stutter, speech pathology assessment is strongly recommended. My oldest child is talking for the youngest child. Is this ok? This is a great way for your youngest child to receive modelling of speech and language. However we need to balance this out with opportunities for your youngest child to initiate and practice their language in play and practical moments.

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What would you say if I told you that Orthodontic treatment could change the course of your life? It may sound a bit far-fetched, but psychologists suggest that people with an attractive smile are considered more trustworthy, friendlier, more competent and more likeable than those without an attractive smile. In fact, people with an attractive smile go on to have better career prospects and earn higher incomes than others. Whether this is true or not is debatable. But most would agree that an attractive While you cannot guarantee a better career out of an Orthodontic treatment, what you can expect is perfectly straight teeth. However, treatment by a Specialist Orthodontist gives you the best possible result because they are fully trained to bring out the absolute best in your smile, as well as providing the ideal bite and the best possible stability.

“Braces look silly” - There are several different kinds of appliances that can be used to correct your orthodontic problems. Ceramic braces or clear aligners are almost invisible to the casual observer. “Braces hurt” - While it’s true that most people experience a small degree of discomfort for a few days after braces are placed, it is rarely ever worse than a headache, and is usually completely gone within a week. “Braces take forever” - If treatment is carried out at the right age, by a Specialist Orthodontist, then treatment time is on average 12-18 months. Some simple aesthetic

What this means is that you keep your perfect smile through the best part of your life. It’s no secret that I believe all children should be seen by a Specialist Orthodontist around the age of nine years. It only takes up an hour of your time, but it can save you years of on. The best time to have braces is in the early teenage years. This is because most orthodontic problems can be treated quickly and easily when your child is actively growing into adulthood. If you are dreaming of a beautiful smile call Sunbird Orthodontics today on 4038 1036 to schedule an appointment.

problems can be addressed in as little as 3-6 months orthodontic problems, not just the ones you can see! “I can’t play sports with braces” - Yes you can! We routinely provide mouth guards to kids who play all kinds of sports. They are specially designed for kids with braces. “I can’t eat what I like with braces” - While this may be true, with traditional metal or ceramic braces, you do need to adapt the way you eat for certain hard foods. However, most things can still be eaten (for example, apples just need to be cut up before you eat them). With clear aligners, like Invisalign, you can eat whatever you like!

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+ HEALTH Decoding Diabetes It’s a condition that impacts around 1.7 million Australians with a new diagnosis every five minutes. It is the fastest growing chronic condition in Australia, increasing at a faster rate than heart disease and cancer. It can also come with many complications. But what is diabetes, what are the different types and how can you manage it? There are three different types of diabetes – Type 1, which accounts for 10 percent of all diabetics and is increasing; Type 2, which accounts for 85 percent of all diabetics and is also increasing; and gestational diabetes, which occurs during pregnancy and, again, is increasing, according to Diabetes Australia.

TYPE 1 DIABETES Type 1 diabetes is an auto-immune condition in which the immune system is activated to destroy the cells in the pancreas which produce insulin. Without insulin, the body’s cells cannot turn glucose (sugar), into energy. Type 1 diabetes is common in children and symptoms can include excessive thirst and urination, unexplained weight loss, weakness, fatigue and blurred vision. Diabetes Australia reports that there is no cure and it cannot be prevented but there is a strong genetic connection. Those with Type 1 diabetes will need to monitor their blood glucose levels and require insulin injections every day. Without this insulin, the body burns its own fats as a substitute which releases chemical substances in the blood and then cause a complication known as ketoacidosis.

TYPE 2 DIABETES Type 2 diabetes is a progressive condition in which the body becomes resistant to the normal effects of insulin and/ or gradually loses the capacity to produce enough insulin in the pancreas. Symptoms include being excessively thirsty,

passing more urine, feeling tired, blurred vision, increased hunger, mood swings, leg cramps, weight gain, headaches and itchy skin. It is suggested from Diabetes Australia that Type 2 diabetes risk factors include lifestyle and genetics. While Type 2 diabetes normally impacts people older than 45, this isn’t always the case. Other risk factors include if you are overweight, have high blood pressure or have had gestational diabetes when pregnant. So how do you manage Type 2 diabetes? A combination of regular physical activity, healthy eating, weight reduction and lifestyle changes are recommended; however, many will also require oral medication and/or insulin injections as well.

GESTATIONAL DIABETES Known as gestational diabetes mellitus (or GDM), this type usually goes away after bub is born but it can have health complications to both mum and bub and will require management during pregnancy. It can also lead to Type 2 diabetes in some instances. All mums-to-be will be asked to take a gestational diabetes test as part of their pre-natal care, usually around the 24-28 week mark. It is estimated that between five to 10 percent of pregnant women will develop gestational diabetes. It is diagnosed when higher than normal blood glucose levels first appear during pregnancy and you may be more at risk if you are over the age of 25, have a history of Type 2 diabetes, are overweight, have previously had Polycystic Ovary Syndrome or have previously given birth to a large baby. If you are diagnosed with GDM then you may need to change your lifestyle to involve light physical activity, healthy eating and blood glucose level monitoring. In some instances insulin injections will be required as well.

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+ HEALTH 20 Healthy Lifestyle Swaps

Taking drastic steps to change your lifestyle is not always easy which is why many parents will turn to ‘swapping’ rather than cutting out completely. Swap these foods and choices for their healthier alternative and reap the nutritional benefits:

Keep track of you and your family’s health online The Australian Government is giving everyone in North Queensland a My Health Record - a secure, online digital health record. You can control what goes into it, who is allowed to access it, and what information you share. Parents have enough to keep track of on a daily basis, so having a health care record for everyone in the family makes it much easier to stay on track on any health concerns, prescriptions and so much more. Find out more about My Health Record at www.myhealthrecord.gov.au or call 1800 723 471.

THE WAY YOU COOK AND SHOP: • Swap your frying pan for a grill. • Swap buying supermarket veggies for local produce. • Swap eating takeaway for freezer cooking. That way you always have a few meals on hand to heat up if you’re home late.

The Burden of Back Pain

• Swap grocery shopping when you’re starving to grocery shopping on a full stomach. You will be surprised at the healthier decisions you make when your stomach isn’t screaming “rip open the bikkies” from inside.

Back pain is a common problem for Australians with an estimated 14 percent reporting a back problem per year. That’s three million people!

THE FOODS YOU CHOOSE: • Swap processed salad dressings for olive oil and balsamic vinegar. • Swap lettuce for spinach.

Back pain can occur for a number of reasons but the problem is often rooted in the nerves.

• Swap a sprinkle of sugar for cinnamon.

CAUSES OF BACK PAIN INCLUDE:

• Swap icy poles for frozen grapes.

• The large nerve roots that go to the legs and arms may be irritated

• Swap soft drink for sparkling water. • Swap white pasta for whole grain pasta. • Swap chips for popcorn. • Swap white rice for brown rice. • Swap butter for avocado. • Swap fried eggs for hard-boiled eggs.

THE DRINKS YOU CONSUME: • Swap fruit juice for a piece of whole fruit. • Swap white wine for red wine (or no wine). • Swap an energy drink with a nap.

THE WAY YOU MOVE: • Swap the elevator for the stairs. • Swap the wait at school pick up and drop off with the street two blocks away (and walk to your child’s school). • Swap your car for your bike when going to work.

What’s more is that lower back pain is ranked first in Australasia in terms of burden (according to the Global Burden of Disease).

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• The smaller nerves in the discs may be irritated • The large paired back muscles that support the spine may be strained • Any of the bones, ligaments, or joints throughout the spine may be injured First things first – you need to see a doctor to discuss what exactly is causing the back pain before you can treat it. Treatment can include simple lifestyle changes such as including stretching, yoga, acupuncture, chiropractic therapy and massage into your routine. Light exercise can help but it can also hurt it more in some instances. Sometimes you may require pain medication or prescription medication to help alleviate the pain and other times you may need steroid injections or even surgery. Every single situation is different but anyone who has experienced back pain knows how awful it can be which is why it is important to speak to a health professional about your options for treatment and management.

BABY

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STORY Dr. Elizabeth Jackson After a baby, a woman’s body changes whilst it recovers from birth and prepares for motherhood. Here is what you can expect from your body after birth.

Breast Changes

Soreness

One of the most noticeable changes after birth is to the breasts. After birth, your baby attaches to the breast which stimulates milk supply. To maintain the supply in the first six weeks, babies will usually need to attach every two to four hours.

After vaginal birth, the perineum can be bruised and tender. This pain can be relieved with ice packs and medication. Make sure to change pads regularly after childbirth and keep the area clean with a water wash only.

After the colostrum of the first few days, milk comes in, then breasts will engorge. Engorgement can be painful, and around this time the baby may also start to cluster feed every hour. Engorgement pain can be relieved with medication but also chilled cabbage leaves too! Sometimes nipples can become sore or cracked. Nipple care includes attaching the baby correctly, nipple cream, or temporarily sparing the nipple using a shield or expressing. When not breastfeeding, the breasts can still leak milk, so nipple pads are commonly used to stop the milk wetting through. Breasts can also leak milk on hearing a baby cry, or during sex. Interestingly, many women notice after they have finished breastfeeding, they have a different bra size.

Blood Loss All women have vaginal blood loss after childbirth. This is called lochia. At first lochia can be heavy and may include small clots. Lochia changes from bright red blood, to a brown loss after a week or two, and then eventually to a clear loss. Bleeding is heavy if saturating through more than a pad every two hours.

After-Birth Pains After-birth pains can be more noticeable after each subsequent birth. These come in small waves and can be exacerbated when breastfeeding.

After a Caesarean, women also experience wound pain. Most pain and vaginal bleeding should have resolved by the time you see your GP or obstetrician for the six week check. Increasing or continuous pains or bleeding, or fever after childbirth, is not normal, and a woman should see her doctor.

Preg nancy Pregnancy… yes it can happen and as soon as three weeks after birth. Breastfeeding is not a perfect contraceptive, but there are lots of contraception options available. Sex after childbirth is an individual choice when to resume, although the first six weeks is usually advised against.

Gradual Weight Loss You shouldn’t expect to lose all the baby weight quickly once you have your baby. Six months is a good time to be at pre-pregnancy weight and have resumed all prepregnancy exercise and activities. A gradual build up from walking, to swimming and running, and then, weight bearing exercise can occur over the first three months. The first six months after birth is a high risk time for iron deficiency as well, so consider a multivitamin and a well-balanced diet too! To all new and expecting mums out there, just remember body change is normal. Regardless of shape or size, after birth, the most important things are to take care of yourself and to love and get to know your baby.

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EAR CONCERNS IN BABIES AND TODDLERS STORY Dr Ben Ireland from Apple Tree Medical Clinic Ear complaints are quite common in young children, especially when living in the Tropics. Below are a few of the common conditions and what you can do about them:

Excessive Ear Wax Skin on the ear canal produces wax which helps protect the ear. Wax usually comes out by itself but if this does not occur the ear can be cleaned with a damp cloth. It is advisable not to use cotton buds as they can damage the ear and push the wax further in the canal.

Outer Ear Infections Infections can occur in the outer ear (known as otitis externa). There is usually pain, tenderness, itchiness or discharge from the ear. If these symptoms occur, a review with a GP is advisable as ear drops may be required to resolve the infection.

Foreign Body Occasionally toddlers can put beads or small objects in their ears. If this occurs do not try and remove the object. Instead seek a GP or Emergency Department.

Middle Ear Infections The middle ear is filled with air and contains tiny bones situated behind the ear drum. Middle ear infections (known as otitis media) can occur if the Eustachian tube is blocked. Bacteria/viruses can build up as they are unable to drain out of the ear. Symptoms include ear ache, fevers and reduced hearing. If these symptoms occur, consult a family doctor as it may be necessary to obtain a prescription for antibiotics.

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APGAR TESTING EXPLAINED Every hospital will have a different procedure after bub is born but all will use a scoring system known as the APGAR score to assess your baby. What does this stand for? There are five criteria in the APGAR test and each one is scaled from zero to two. Babies between seven and ten are considered healthy while babies under six may need assistance breathing or require time in the NICU.

A is for Appearance If bubâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s oxygen has been restricted during birth, then he may be a bluish or grey colour which will score a zero. If bub has bluish hands or feet but the body is a good colour, then this will score a one. If baby has good colouring all over, then he or she will score a two.

P is for Pulse Pulse is the heart rate of bub. No heart rate scores a zero; a heartrate lower than 100 scores a one; and a heartrate of 100 or over scores a two.

G is for Grimace Grimace refers to the reflexive responses that your baby gives out. No reaction will score a zero; grimacing will score a one; pulling away, coughing or sneezing will score a two.

A is for Activity Is bub moving or limp? If bub is limp, then this will score zero. A baby flexing his arms and legs will score a one and a moving baby will score a two.

R is for Respiration Respiration, or the breathing patterns of your bub is the final test. A baby who is not breathing will score a zero; a weak cry gets a one while a strong cry or normal effort to breathe will score a two.

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ARTS & CRAFTS - COLLAGE FUN Cazalys Kids Room www.cazalys.com.au 6.00pm / $2.00 / Kids

WORKSHOP: TREE JEWELLERY WITH PAM KUSABS & MARCIA BIRD Cairns Regional Gallery

"Juanita picks The Trippo Slide until the 24th July" 4046 4800 1.00pm / $19 / Kids ages 10-16

Tuesday 5 LENNON BROTHERS CIRCUS (Until 9 July) Cairns Showgrounds www.lennonbroscircus.com.au 11.00am and 2.00pm / Cost / Family WORKSHOP: LISTEN, IMAGINE AND CREATE WITH HEDY VERHULST Cairns Regional Gallery 4046 4800 10.00am / $16 / Kids ages 6-9 WORKSHOP: HANGING BASKETS AND BIRDS NESTS WITH PAM KUSABS & MARCIA BIRD Cairns Regional Gallery 4046 4800 1.00pm / $19 / Kids ages 10-16 FACE OF CAIRNS CENTRAL - JUDGING Until 8th Cairns Central Centre Stage www.cairnscentral.com.au 1.00pm / Kids

Wednesday 6 LENNON BROTHERS CIRCUS (Until 9 July) Cairns Showgrounds www.lennonbroscircus.com.au 11.00am and 2.00pm / Cost / Family 2-DAY WORKSHOP: BUSH TOYS WITH SHAUN EDWARDS & KOKOBERRIN MAN Cairns Regional Gallery 4046 4800 1.00pm both days / $36 / Kids ages 11-15

STARRY NIGHT CINEMA INSIDE OUT CAIRNS BOTANIC GARDENS www.facebook.com/ starrynightcinema 7.00pm / Cost / Family

Thursday 7 LENNON BROTHERS CIRCUS (Until 9 July) Cairns Showgrounds www.lennonbroscircus.com.au 2.00pm / Cost / Family WORKSHOP: SIMPLE BUSH TOYS WITH SHAUN EDWARDS & KOKOBERRIN MAN Cairns Regional Gallery 4046 4800 10.00am / $16 / Kids ages 6-10

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THE ADVENTURES OF ALVIN SPUTNIK (also the 13th) Centre Of Contemporary Arts www.centre-of-contemporaryarts-cairns.com.au/events 6.30pm / Cost / Family

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"Mark picks The Cairns Show on Wednesday 20th" www.facebook.com/ trippoaustralia 9.00am / Cost / Family

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Sunday 31 WEEKEND FAMILY FLICKS - ALICE THROUGH THE LOOKING GLASS Event Cinemas www.eventcinemas.com.au 10.00am / $6.00 / Family

EMAIL EVENTS TO: ADMIN@GRANDPUBLISHING.COM.AU

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

ATHERTON LIONS CLUB

NIGHT MARKETS

INDOOR MARKETS

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

MOUNT SHERIDAN PLAZA MARKETS 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 RUSTY'S MARKETS DATE Every Friday/Saturday TIME 5.00am - 6.00pm

DATE Every Sunday TIME 5.00am - 3.00pm TANKS ART CENTRE MARKETS 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 TOLGA MARKETS DATE 1st Sunday of the month TIME 7.00am - 12 noon LOCATION Morrow Park Racecourse THE HANDMADE EXPO & VINTAGE MARKET DATE Second Sunday of the month (April to December) TIME 9.00am to 2.00pm LOCATION Fred Moule Pavilion Cairns Showgrounds YUNGABURRA MARKETS DATE 4th Saturday of the month TIME From 7.30am - 12.30pm LOCATION Bruce Jones Park Yungaburra

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Regular EVENTS

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

FRIDAYS Milo In2Cricket (Term Times) Time/Cost: 4.30pm, from $35 (9 wks)

WEDNESDAYS In2Soccer (Term Times - 3+ Years) Time/Cost: 4.15pm, from $40 (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

THURSDAYS

READY STEADY GO KIDS

Ladies Netball Time/Cost: 10.00am, $13 (includes entry to Tiny Tots for 1 Child)

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

INFLATABLE KINGDOM SCHOOL HOLIDAYS: EVERYDAY Time: 9.00am - 4.00pm

SCHOOL TERM: WEEKENDS & PUBLIC HOLIDAYS

UNITING CARE COMMUNITY SUPPORT SERVICE

Time: 9.00am - 4.00pm

INFLATABLE KINGDOM FOR TINY TOTS TINY TOTS: MON, TUE, THUR, FRI (DURING SCHOOL TERM) Time: 9.00am - 12.00pm Cairns Indoor Sports, 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

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BEADING CLASSES Thur 10.00 - 11.30am

WEDNESDAYS 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

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

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

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

WEDNESDAYS

CRAFT & SEWING STUDIO

TUESDAYS

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

4053 4421 Edge Hill Piccones

THURSDAYS

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

Box Fit 6.30am, Fogarty Park Stage

KIDS SEWING CLASSES Wed & Thur 3.30 - 5.30pm

PATCHWORK/SEWING CLASSES

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 Call Michelle 4032 6800 for more info

LITTLE SNAPPERS SWIM SCHOOL FREE SWIM PROGRAM FOR 2 & 3 MONTH OLD BABIES

An educational, stimulating water familiarization program for parents and their newborns. Wednesdays and Thursdays Call to book 4038 1241 1 Cumberland Avenue Smithfield info@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

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COLOURFUL WOODEN INSTRUMENTS

Thanks to: www.hellobee.com

Looking for some easy ways to bring music to your little ones? We've uncovered some great ways to make musical memories at home. Introduce your kids to the world of music, here's how to do it:

PerCUSSION BLOCK WHAT YOU NEED Wooden block • Flat wooden dowel • Sandpaper • Paint • Paint brushes • Glue • Drill and a saw.

TO MAKE Saw your wooden block and dowel down to the right size and use the sandpaper to remove any roughness. Paint the wooden flat pieces, let dry and then glue to the top of the block. Next carve out a hole in the back of the block using a large drill bit.

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MINI MANDOLIN

BELL SHAKERS

WHAT YOU NEED

Embroidery hoops • Sandpaper • Paint • Paint brush • Polycyrlic finish • Foam brush • Rubber bands

Dowel • Pencil • Drill • Pipe cleaners • Paint • Paint brushes • Polycrylic Finish • 12 jingle bells

TO MAKE

Separate your embroidery hoops and lightly sand before painting the outermost rim. Let dry, paint again, apply a layer of Polycrylic finish with a foam brush. Wrap the rubber bands around the inner circle of the hoops, nest inside the outside hoop so the bands are perpendicular to the screw and tighten the screw.

Saw your dowel in two and drill three holes in each dowel. Paint dowels, dry and coat with Polycrylic Finish. Thread pipe cleaners through the holes, attach a bell and twist the pipe cleaner to hold in place. Repeat for all the bells so there are six on each dowel.

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LITTLE Tin Can Drum WHAT YOU NEED Tin cans • Leather • Decorative fabric • Leather laces • Crop-a-dile • Wooden dowel and ball • Hot glue gun • Cotton

TO MAKE Cut your fabric to fit around your tin can and glue in place. Lay out your leather and trace around the can. Use a Cropa-dile (or large needle) to punch holes out, then run the lace through the holes. Repeat the steps until the drum is complete. Insert wooden dowel into the wooden ball and glue cotton over the ball to create your drum sticks.

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R E A D Y, S ET, PA R T Y ! With the V8’s zooming into Townsville this month, we figured it’s the perfect time of year to host a car-themed party for the little racers in your life. Red and black are two of the most popular colours for race car themed parties. Look for black and white checked buntings and flags to hang around the food area and pair it with red tableware. Black, yellow and red balloons can also add some racing flair to the party area. Here are some more ideas on food, games and lolly ideas. www.sportsmomsurvivalguide.com

• You can make plenty of different ‘car’ themed treats such as apple cars with

grapes as the wheels, lamingtons cars with Smarties as the wheels (and add a Tiny Teddy to the front as the driver) or brownies with marshmallows as the wheels.

• Create spotlight brownies (brownies cut into rectangles and topped with red, amber and green M&Ms) or spotlight kabobs using a red strawberry, yellow banana slice and a green kiwi fruit.

• Red, amber and green (spotlight) jelly will also be a huge hit with the kiddies. • Pick up some plastic trophies and fill them with different snacks (popcorn, chips, crackers, etc).

• Or, use a circle cookie cutter to create “sandwich wheels” and spread with Nutella to give them the tyre look.

• Top your cupcakes with miniature flags or stop signs. • For a fun backyard game pick up a box of race car toys and set up a racing track. You can race the cars down a hill or down a slide.

• Or, create an obstacle course using old tyres and red pylon cones for the kids to manoeuvre through.

• Add a toy race-car to each lolly bag. Other things to consider include racing stickers, rubbers and pencil sets.

Icingbits Cake Toppers www.icingbits.com

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GOKI - Roadster Red www.earthtoys.net (RRP $195.00)

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www.aboutamom.com www.cakejournal.com

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Woodie - CandyLab www.playmackay.com.au (RRP $40.00) www.raisingwhasians.com

Maverick Thunderlane - Playforever www.playmackay.com.au (RRP $90.00) Automoblox - X9 Sports Ute www.earthtoys.net (RRP $54.95)

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THE YOUNG COMPANY

BAD FISHY

Winter 4 day Drama School Program. During the 4 day programs students develop the essentials of stage performance through improvisation, role-play and characterisation activities.

BAD FISHY JET BOAT RIDES

PROGRAM : INTERGALACTIC SPACE CADETS

5 - 12 years – all is not well for the intergalactic alliance! With special national guest artist, backbone youth arts and local artist Hayley Gillespie. This 4-day program runs from Tuesday 5 – Friday 8 July, 9.00am – 3.00pm Showcase: Friday 8 July, 5.00pm – 5.45pm

Daily during the school holidays at 11.30am and 2.00pm

SAVE 20% ON ADULT AND CHILD TICKETS WHEN YOU MENTION “PAKMAG” AT TIME OF BOOKING For more information, www.badfishy.com.au

call 0499 490 030 or email bookings@badfishy.com.au Bookings are essential and subject to availability. Suitable for children over 1.2m tall

Cost: $220 - $270 (Early Bird Saving Available)

CAIRNS CENTRAL

Winter 1-Day Drama Programs

FACE OF CAIRNS CENTRAL

TECHNIQUES OF SPACE-JUMP 5 – 12years

Monday 4 July from 9.00am – 5.00pm Show and Tell: 5.00 – 5.15pm Cost: $50 - $65 Please visit www.theyoungcompany.com.au for more information and costings or call TYC on 4041 4066 or email info@theyoungcompany.com.au

GO BOWLING GO BOWLING ARE OFFERING TENPIN BOWLING DEALS FOR THIS SCHOOL HOLIDAYS. “KIDS HAPPY HOUR” between 9.00am 10.00am and 3.00pm - 4.00pm Open every day of the school holidays JUST $6.50 per person / per game (includes shoe hire, Kids only) Adults playing pay only $9.00 Valid till Sunday 10 July Bookings are essential. All offers are per person and include shoe hire. GREAT FAMILY DEALS STARTING FROM $30* on-line purchases only (FAMILY 4, 1 GAME EACH) Call 4053 3497 or visit www.gobowling.com.au

Tuesday 5 to Saturday 9 July

CRAFT ACTIVITIES Friday 1 July, 10.00am, T-shirt painting 4 day Learn to Sew Workshops for Beginners (8+ years) Tuesday 5, Wednesday 6 and Thursday 7 and Friday 8 July - 10.00am – 1.00pm Bring lunch and drink $150.00 (all materials supplied except sewing machine) Craft Activities – from 2pm Tuesday 5 July – Beading Daisy bracelet Wednesday 6 – make your own Cassowary Thursday 7 – Robot making Friday 8 July - Mosaics Card Making – Saturday 9 July from 10.00am Beginners welcome from 8 +years

Cairns Central’s annual search for the next ‘Face of Cairns Central’ is on again.

Children 8 and under need to have an adult present at all times.

Join Australian indigenous model Samantha Harris as she launches this year’s competition, plus meet and greet the super model with a selfie and signing event on Tuesday 5 July. Madeline Cowe the 2015 Miss Universe runner-up will be back again to host the event.

Bookings are essential.

Entrants will have the opportunity to win a contract with one of Australia’s leading and most respected agencies, Chic Management and Dallys Models. Heats for the competition will be held: Tuesday 5 July at 1.00pm for Minis (5-8 years), Juniors (9-12 years) and, seniors (13-25 years) . Wednesday 6 – Friday 8 July at 11am daily for Minis and Juniors and 1.00pm daily for Seniors. The grand final event for all categories will be held at 11.00am on Saturday 9 July at Cairns Central centre stage. For more information, visit www.cairnscentral.com.au

CRAFT N SEWING STUDIO The Craft and Sewing Studio will be offering sewing and craft lessons these holidays at their studio at Piccones Village on Pease Street.

To book or get information call 4053 4421 or email enquiries@craftnsewing.com.au

SMITHFIELD SHOPPING CENTRE WHAT LIES BENEATH SMITHFIELD – KIDS COLOURING-IN COMPETITION There is fabulous 3D artwork throughout the centre that mimic sinkholes that reflect images of the FNQ region. For your chance to win 1 of 6 child’s bikes head in centre to pick up an entry form from any of these stores: Sushio Tokio, Curry D’Lites, Ali Babba, Golden Wok, Longevity, The Hungry Hummingbird, Coffee Hub & Home, Addiction, Cumquat Corner Café, Sushi Train, ISP Fish Market, Subway, The Coffee Club, Sunbird Cafe (formerly Two Teas Café) or download it online www.smithfieldcentre.com.au For all terms and conditions and entry details visit Smithfield Shopping Centre Customer Service Desk or check out their website – www.smithfieldcentre.com.au Competition ends 27 July 2016

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INFLATABLE KINGDOM The perfect venue to have a great time for all ages. Inflatable Kingdom is a high energy action packed environment with inflatables of all shapes and sizes. Open every day of the school holidays 9.00am to 4.00pm. To stay up to date with all that’s happening check out their Facebook page www.facebook/ inflatablekingdomcairns Phone 4032 2844 Email admin@inflatablekingdom.com.au Website www.inflatablekingdom.com.au 164 Mayers Street, Manunda at Cairns Indoor Sports

LASERFUN SCHOOL HOLIDAY SPECIAL – UNLIMITED LASER TAG

Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursdays (only) in the school holidays from 1.00pm - 4.00pm $25.00 per person - Players must be over 6 years old and wear enclosed shoes. BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL For more information or to book phone 4031 9865 E: www.laserfun.com.au

8 July, Make A 3d Paper Boat Picture with Hayley Gillespie, 1.00pm / $19 / Kids ages 7-12 Bookings essential For more information or to book email call 4046 4888 or email programs@cairnsregionalgallery.com.au

The Pier FREE SCHOOL HOLIDAY ACTIVITY – CLAY CHARM CRAFT Friday 1 July and Tuesday 5 to Friday 8 July from 10.00am to 2.00pm

Design & create your own clay charm using air-dry clay. Take away on the day! For more information, contact 4052 7749 and like them on Facebook www.facebook.com/thepiercairns to keep up to date on all happening at The Pier Cairns

Cairns Esplanade Holiday Program All activities will be run at Muddy’s. Don’t forget a hat, drink and sunscreen. Tuesday 5 July, Ready Steady Go Kids – Soccer, 9.00am / Kids ages 3-9

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Tuesday 5 July, Face painting with Rachel, 10.30am / Kids

CAIRNS REGIONAL GALLERY

Wednesday 6 July, Active kids, 9.00am / Kids

Cairns Regional Gallery have some great workshops available throughout the school holidays. 1 July, Wearable Art Using Recycled Materials with Ruby Boussard, 10.00am / $16 / Kids ages 5-10 1 July, Wearable Art Using Recycled Materials with Ruby Boussard, 1.00pm / $19 / Kids ages 10-16 4 July, Listen, Imagine and Create with Hedy Verhulst, 10.00am / $16 / Kids ages 3-6 with carer 4 July, Tree Jewellery with Pam Kusabs & Marcia Bird, 1.00pm / $19 / Kids ages 10-16 5 July, Listen, Imagine and Create with Hedy Verhulst, 10.00am / $16 / Kids ages 6-9

Thursday 7 July, Zumba for Kids, 9.30am/ Kids Check the council Facebook page CairnsRegionalCouncil for updates and further details

The Trippo – Is in Cairns WORLD’S LARGEST INFLATABLE WATER SLIDE AT COCONUT GROVE ESPLANADE CAIRNS

If you’re looking for some fun to kick off the July holidays head to Coconut Grove on the Esplanade (north of the Pirate Ship Playground) to check out the world’s largest inflatable water slide – The Trippo. • 3 stories high • 53 metres long

5 July, Hanging Baskets and Birds Nests with Pam Kusabs & Marcia Bird, 1.00pm / $19 / Kids ages 10-16

• 24 metres wide

6 July, Simple Bush Toys with Shaun Edwards & Kokoberrin Man, 10.00 / $15 / Kids ages 3-7 with carer

Great family fun for kids and adults. The slide will be open till 24 July 2016. Operational hours are 9.00am – 5.00pm.

6/7 July, 2-Day Workshop: Bush Toys with Shaun Edwards & Kokoberrin Man, 1.00pm both days / $36 / Kids ages 11-15

Children need to be at least three years and be over 1.06m tall to ride on their own, otherwise they must be accompanied by a paying adult (over 16 years).

7 July, Simple Bush Toys with Shaun Edwards & Kokoberrin Man, 10.00am / $16 / Kids ages 6-10

8 July, Make A 3d Paper Boat Picture with Hayley Gillespie, 10.00am / $16 / Kids ages 3-6 with carer

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• 3 slide chutes options

Rides will be $20 per hour for children under 10 and $25 for everyone else. Family

packages start at $80 (2 kids+2 adults), advance bookings essential. The Trippo has a limited number of sliders per hour session ensuring everyone get loads of slides. Bookings: www.trippo.com.au/booking (advance bookings are recommended to avoid disappointment) Facebook: Like their Facebook page (www.facebook.com/trippoaustralia) to receive up to the minute information, competitions and special offers

LASERTAG CAIRNS OUTDOOR LASERTAG IS A FUN ACTIVITY FOR ALL AGES.

They play outside and take full advantage of the (mostly) lovely Cairns weather, rain, hail or shine. They run sessions every weekend and during the holidays and have extra times during the week. Huge 50% off all repeat visits during school holidays. They have a fantastic returning players discount for regulars. Enjoy their 4 1/2 hour MEGA SESSION. For only $30 you play 8-9 extended missions with all sorts of different objectives and a free BBQ lunch! For more information or to book go to www.cairnslasertag.com.au or email info@cairnslasertag.com.au or like them on Facebook: Lasertag Cairns

PARADISE PALMS PARADISE FOR KIDS YOUNG AND OLD WITH LOTS TO KEEP THE KIDS OCCUPIED DURING THE SCHOOL HOLIDAYS. There is the swimming pool, adventure playground and an 18-hole mini-golf course.

Families can enjoy a full day of FUN with unlimited entry to the adventure playground, lap pool or mini-golf for a whole day. Prices start from just $4.00. Open daily from 7am. To find out more visit www.paradisepalms.com.au/leisure

Cairns Recreation Centre VACATION CARE PROGRAM RUNNING MONDAY TO FRIDAYS THROUGHOUT THE HOLIDAY PERIOD

"Make Friends, Have Fun and Be Active" these school holidays. Activities can include bungee tramp, skating and rockclimbing. They also do a range of indoor sports, team building activities and arts and crafts for when it’s too hot or for downtime. For ages 5 - 15 years with full day and half day options available. Full day is 8.00am to 5.30pm For more information, www.cairnsrecreationcentre.com.au / 4053 5353 /

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info@cairnsrecreationcentre.com.au

Open 7 Days during the School Holidays

Bookings are not essential but are recommended. Registration forms can be collected from the centre or downloaded off their website.

Phone bookings: 4212 4066

CAIRNS WAKE PARK KIDS' CLUB Runs every Saturday, including Saturdays during school holidays 9.00am - 10.00am Saturday 25 June, Saturday 2 and Saturday 9 July Cost is $29.00 per child (Bookings are required) For more Information or to book www.cairnswakepark.com / 4038 1304 / info@cableskicairns.com.au / Facebook: cairnswakepark

Cairns Kart Hire and Laser Tag Only 10 minutes from the Cairns CBD is an adventure experience that you will be bragging about for months to come! Whether it's the high octane thrills of Go Karting or the stealth and precision of the region's premier indoor Laser Tag arena... there's an adventure for everyone! Laser tag from $10 *conditions apply

OPEN 7 DAYS FROM 9.00AM TILL 10.00PM For more information, www.cairnskarthire.com.au Call on 4055 0355 or like them on Facebook Cairns Kart Hire and Laser Tag Located Cnr Walker Road and Captain Cook Hwy Smithfield

From Monday 4 – Friday 8 July Travel into space with their live Astronomy Film Screenings!

CAZALYS

Well this school holidays at Mount Sheridan Plaza, you can!

SCHOOL HOLIDAY FUN AT CAZALYS KIDS CLUB

Well, at least for a little while with five shows daily; 10:30am, 11.00am, 11:30am, 12:30pm and 1.00pm at Mount Sheridan Plaza!

In the Kids Room nightly from 6.30pm just $2.00 entry fee 1 July, Group Games – April Fools 2 July, Arts & Crafts - Collage Fun

Wish you could drop the kids off to another planet?

Shows are FREE! Just need to pre-register to save disappointment at www.mtsheridanplaza.com.au

3 July, Playdough Fun! 7 July, Construction Night 8 July, Movie Night – Free popcorn and Drink 9 July, Construction Night 10 July, Bubble Fun - String Painting And to be kept updated on all that is happening at Cazalys like them on Facebook Cazalys Cairns or to make a booking call 4054 1464

THE AUSTRALIAN ARMOUR & ARTILLERY MUSEUM Take a step back in time and be blown away by the largest display of Armoured vehicles and Artillery Pieces in the Southern Hemisphere. Tank Rides Daily at 11.00am and 2.00pm

HOLIDAY BOREDOM BUSTER WHERE THE KIDS CAN BOUNCE OFF THE WALLS.

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MOBILE PLANETARIUM

To find out more visit their website www.jumpmania.com.au and follow them on Facebook www.facebook.com/jumpmaniacairns

JUMP MANIA It's indoors and fully air-conditioned, with 70 interconnected trampolines, 7 activity zones, and a cafe for the less adventurous. It's great family fun for all ages!

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Mount Sheridan Plaza

Open 7 Days 9.30am to 4.30pm Cut out the voucher in Pakmag and Receive 15% off entry. Conditions apply For more information, call 4038 1665 or visit www.ausarmour.com

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INSPIRATIONAL CHILD

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Wildlife Warrior It’s always a pleasure to meet a young person in the Cairns community that inspires us all. And this is exactly what Jack Jenkins does. The passing of Steve Irwin 10 years ago certainly left a hole in every Australian's heart. His programs, his personality and his passion for educating the public on protecting animals were legendary to say the least. And while no one can replace Steve Irwin, 13-year-old Jack Jenkins from Port Douglas is following in his hero’s footsteps and quickly becoming the next wildlife expert, nature documentary personality and animal conservationist. In between juggling school and other various activities (including cricket, soccer and futsal), Jack is currently the co-presenter on Zoo to You TV, a YouTube channel dedicated to nature with an emphasis on the idea that education is the key to conservation. Jack’s passion for wildlife stemmed from a visit to the Wildlife Habitat in Port Douglas when he was four years old and first gazed upon a pair of olive pythons. “I thought they were the coolest animals I had ever seen. Snakes are by far my favourite animal, but I am very fond of all wildlife.”

Zoo to You TV is the brainchild of Zoo to You owner, Jodie Creek, Matt Cornish and Jack. There are five videos in the series which take viewers to the Iron Range National Park, Cape York, Chillagoe and other places around the Wet Tropics.

All About Jack

As Jack explains, Zoo to You TV focuses on a similar module of learning as his hero, Steve Irwin’s programs did.

“Education is the key to Conservation. That is what Zoo to You and Zoo to You TV is all about. Educating the people of the world.” In addition to his love of nature, Jack has always had a passion for presenting. As Jack’s mum,Targa Jenkins tells us, “He always did little wildlife shows in the house when he was young with plastic snakes and lizards!” The teen is also incredibly focused. Although only 13 years old, he already has his career and study path mapped out. He hopes to study Science at the University of Queensland with a double major in Zoology and Herpetology, followed by a Masters and eventually a Ph.D. “I always want to be involved in education and inspiring our younger generations to love wildlife and protect it,” Jack tells us.

Jack’s sparkling personality, enthusiasm for animals and passion for conservatism are certainly a must-watch for parents and children of all ages. If you haven’t checked out Zoo to You TV, then now is the time to do so. Zoo to You TV: YouTube Chanel: ZOO TO YOU TV Website: www.zootoyou.com.au Facebook: www.facebook.com/zootoyou.qld

Zoo To You TV

Since that day Jack wanted to spend as much time as possible at zoos, including Hartley’s Crocodile Farm. It was from an encounter with snake presenter, Matt Cornish that the formation of Zoo to You TV kicked off.

“[Steve] showed us the true beauty in all animals. He educated the world. My whole life I’ve always looked up to Steve Irwin. He was a hero, to many people, including me. He changed the world’s way in which we perceive wildlife. He taught the world that the only good snake is NOT a dead snake.”

Age: 13 School: St. Augustine’s College, Cairns Favourite subject: Biology Science Favourite TV series/movie: Nature documentaries, like Steve Irwin, David Attenborough, Steve Backshall’s Deadly 60 and of course, Bear Grylls Family: four younger siblings plus Mum, Targa and Dad, Ben Pets: Multiple species of snakes and lizards, four horses, two dogs, cats, four chickens and a gorgeous Cockatiel

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CAIRNS SHOW 2016 The Cairns Show is back! Whether you’re a regular attendee or this is the first year you and the little ones are venturing to the CAIRNS SHOW, these are the things that all families will enjoy. The Cairns Show runs Wednesday 20 July, Thursday 21 July and Friday 22 July • Gates open daily at 9.00am and close at 9.00pm, just after the Fireworks • Presold tickets are available from Stockland Earlville from Saturday 2 July to Monday 18 July • Children under 5 are free • Tickets start at $11.00 for children and $21.00 for adults with discounts for families or for a three-day pass (These are pre-sold prices)

For the smallest show goers, you cannot miss the Animal Nursery which is one of the show favourites. There are plenty of adorable farm animals to cuddle and feed and the nursery opens every day during the show at 10.00am.

If you’ve never seen a pole climbing or wood chopping competition before, then these two events are great to watch! Professionals in the industry entertain and delight the crowd with their wood chopping and pole climbing ability. The pole climbing event is especially interesting as competitors run up 90 ft poles in a matter of seconds.

Before the kids start wanting something to eat, head over to Main Arena where there are events going on all the time. There will be plenty of local talent being showcased, from cheerleaders to Tjapukai Dancers and so much more.

Take a break at the PakMag’s parent’s room in the Fred Moule Pavilion for goody bags, activities for the kids and giveaways while stocks last.

Finish the night at Sideshow Alley for rides, games, food and more. Give the kids a few thrills of a selection of rides, suitable for children three and up including a Ferris Wheel, inflatable slides, a haunted house and dodgem cars. Pick up a show bag to take with you as you leave. There are plenty of their favourite characters to choose from, from My Little Ponies and Shopkins to Ben10 and Batman.

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Finally, enjoy a fireworks display every night just before 9.00pm as you exit the show and return home with your tired but very happy kiddies.

Big and small kids alike (and adults) will love Showtime FMX, a Show favourite for several years. Be astonished as you watch the riders perform tricks such as rock solids, jack hammers, nac nacs and a crowd favourite... back flips whilst 12 meters in the air!

The Radical Reptiles display is another great place to explore the wild side of life with displays of snakes, spiders, lizards and more.

Make sure you also venture over the bridge to the adorable animal shows running at various times throughout the show. Categories include agility traits and obedience demonstrations in dogs, fancy dress in guinea pigs with best in show for cats.

Once you’ve had a bit of a cuddle, move on over to the Racing Pigs where kids will be treated to itty bitty racing piglets. They are located in the Seven Cairns Heritage Park and shows run every day.

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PREP TIME 10 MINS COOK TIME 30 MINS SERVES 4

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1 packet bacon, rind removed and diced 1 red onion, finely diced 2 stalks celery, diced 2 cloves garlic, peeled and crushed 2 tins diced tomatoes 2 cups water 2 tsp sugar 2 tsp vegetable stock powder 1 tin borlotti beans, drained and rinsed 1 block parmesan cheese, grated 1 bake-at-home ciabatta 1 bag baby spinach, washed HOW TO MAKE Preheat the grill or oven to 200ºC/180ºC fan-forced. Heat a lightly greased large saucepan over a low heat. Fry the bacon for 3 minutes or until slightly crispy at the edges, then add the red onion and celery. Cook on a low heat for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the celery has softened. Stir through the garlic and cook for 1 minute or until fragrant. Add the diced tomatoes, water, sugar, and vegetable stock powder. Bring the soup to the boil and then reduce to a simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add the borlotti beans and a bit more water if needed and simmer for another 5 minutes. Use a hand-held blender to pulse the soup just a couple of times to thicken it up. Alternatively, blend one batch of the soup at a time. Meanwhile, cut the bake-at-home ciabatta in half horizontally and sprinkle with the Parmesan cheese. Put the halves on a lined baking tray and slide it under the grill for about 5 minutes until crunchy. Set aside to cool then slice into thick croutons. When you are ready to serve the soup, stir through the baby spinach until wilted. Top with the cheesy croutons. Enjoy! 58

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On a chopping board, lay out the sheets of filo pastry. Roughly cut one end off so that the laid sheets resemble a square where all sides are equal (rather than a rectangle). Discard the off-cuts. Place the first sheet of filo pastry onto the lined baking tray, brush with the melted butter, then top it with another sheet of filo pastry. Repeat until all sheets have been laid. In a small bowl, combine the almond meal, honey, cinnamon and salt. The mixture will be thick and gritty and you might need to use your fingers to ensure the mixture is well combined. Crumble the almond meal mixture into the middle of the filo pastry in the shape of a small square – make sure you leave a 7cm gap on each side of the pastry. Top the mixture with the halved figs, laying them closely next to one another. Fold each edge of the pastry in and onto the figs, one at a time, leaving a nice hole in the middle for the juicy figs to shine through. Bake in the oven for 15 minutes, or until golden brown. When cooked, feel free to drizzle with extra honey. Best served with Greek yoghurt or vanilla gelato RECIPES BROUGHT TO YOU BY

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Cairns newest club, Souths Cairns is now OPEN!

STORY Kelly Cresswell

Located on Roberts Road in Bentley Park, this brand new, modern entertainment facility is world class and the perfect local for families of the South Side. Complete with "Sirens" restaurant, a lounge, sports-bar, an exciting gaming lounge and bottle shop, the South Cairns Sports Club has something for everyone - especially families and those who love their sport. I recently had the chance to experience all Sirens Restaurant had to offer with my two kids in tow. Sometimes eating out can be a slightly stressful experience, but this wasn’t the case at all. At Souths my family had a chance to enjoy a great meal, relax and enjoy the great service! (Geoffrey was amazing!) I chose the delicious Nasi Goreng with chicken satay skewers for just $19 (member price).

DAILY Sirens Restaurant Lunch from 12pm to 2pm. Dinner from 5.30pm to 9pm. Sirens Restaurant has been extremely busy since its recent opening. To avoid disappointment, make sure you call and book a table - 4045 2107. Lunch special Any pizza for just $12 (Members)

The kiddies can enjoy a variety of delicious meals including calamari, chicken nuggets, crumbed fish, ham and cheese pizza, steak and mash or spaghetti bolognaise for just $8.

The atmosphere at Sirens is laidback and comfortable. They offer a panoramic outlook of Souths world-class sporting stadium but the highlight has to be their kid’s play area. Complete with large TV screens, a video gaming station and a huge kid’s playground, adults can actually have a conversation and enjoy a beverage while the kids are happily entertained.

Cafe Get your Souths Loyalty Card and every 10th coffee is FREE. Kids Meals Choose from a great selection of Kids Meals for just $8 all day, every day.

WEDNESDAY'S Commencing in July - choose from six "Chef's Picks" specials each week for just $15 (members)

On Thursday to Sundays, Souths also offer a kid’s carvery with a combination of roasted cuts and vegetables, apple sauce, mint jelly or gravy. Kid’s carvery options are also very affordably priced at $8. Several of the kid’s meals are gluten free and all kid’s meals include a soft drink and icecream with lolly topper. If the delicious food, great atmosphere and happy, entertained kids are not enough to entice you to enjoy all that Souths has to offer - how does the chance to WIN a Toyota Yaris Sound? Simply swipe your member’s card every time you visit for a ticket into the draw. You must be present on August 27th from 6pm to win!

THURSDAYS TO SUNDAYS Choose from three slow roasted meats and a selection of vegies from 5.30pm for just $16.50 (Members). Did we mention you receive a FREE dessert when you purchase the Carvery on a Sunday?

Join today for just $5 to take advantage of these amazing deals!

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CHECKS & MESH Winter is Coming - and it's all about bringing out the warm and fuzzy clothes for mums, dads and even kids. One of our favourite trends of the season is flannel which can be paired with a simple white tee and a pair of jeans. Darker tones and monochrome are also trending this season as are royal blue hues, shades of greys and clunky jewellery. Another trend to watch for is patterns, especially checks which brighten up any outfit and add another dimension to your look. Ankle boots are a personal favourite for winter but this season we're seeing more clunky heels, which, when paired with pencil skirts or skinny jeans, really complete the look.

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MEET the Newest OB-GYN to come to Cairns Dr. Elizabeth Jackson and her team have been practicing in Cairns since July 2015 but just last month have moved to a new location. We sat down with mum of two Dr. Liz to get to know the team behind the only private service in Cairns to offer fertility, obstetrics and gynaecology under the one roof. Tell us about your practice Our team, including our dedicated clinic midwife, Narelle, our clinic nurse, Jodi and our practice manager, Tenielle, deliver a very broad range of services for women’s reproductive health from fertility through to obstetrics, and for gynaecology issues such as period and prolapse problems. It’s really lovely seeing a couple all the way through from when they first might be trying to fall pregnant, through to being there when their baby is born. It really is a special moment. What made you decide to open your practice? I have always wanted to be an obstetrician gynaecologist since I was a 5th year medical student on my first day on the birth suite. Working as a private specialist, I love that I really get to know my patients and their families and can offer high quality, individualised care. Tell us about your family: My husband, Ian, is a teacher and we have a pigeon pair of toddlers – Kathleen, who we call Kitty is three and Edward, who we call Teddy, is 18 months. What’s your favourite thing about living in Cairns? We love the weather, especially Cairns winters. I spend most of my free time with my little people at parks and the beach. If I can squeeze in the odd bike ride and walk, I am pretty happy. If you could have dinner with one celebrity, who would it be? I love comedians. So I guess Dave Chappelle might be my celebrity dinner date this month.

Have you Heard: HELLO FRESH HAVE ARRIVED HelloFresh are excited to announce they have arrived and are now delivering to Cairns. HelloFresh delivers “cook from scratch” meal plans straight to your door, with easy-to-follow recipe cards and high quality, pre-portioned fresh ingredients. By eliminating the usual hassle of food shopping and meal planning, HelloFresh helps you to save time and spend it with your loved ones. It also helps you to live healthily, master your cooking skills and reduce food waste. Visit www.hellofresh.com.au to find out more. Use the code PAKMAG50 for 50% off your first box.

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BUSINESS Buzz Small Business Expo 2016

Business of the Month – Dance 2XS

WHEN 14 July 2016, 9.00am to 1.00pm WHERE Pullman Reef Hotel Casino COST Student Price (Must show student ID at event): $40.00. Non-Member: $89.00. Member: $69.00 MORE INFO www.cairnschamber.com.au Registration closes 13 July 2016 Be engaged, entertained and inspired at the Cairns Chamber’s 2016 Small Business Expo. Join PakMag’s publisher, Bree James, who will be presenting on 'how to solve problems, grow wisely and be more succesful in your peak performing Small Business. There are exhibition spaces still available for $550 + GST.

When it comes to marketing your Small Business, it’s time to go OLD SCHOOL WHEN 10.00am, 28 July 2016 MORE INFO www.andrewgriffiths.com.au COST $49 We live in a business world that seems entirely focused on everything digital - meaning online and social media. Whilst there is no doubt these are hugely important to Small Business owners, have we forgotten just how important some of the more ‘OLD SCHOOL’ ways of marketing are, tending to ignore them and focus on everything digital instead? In this energetic an engaging two hour presentation, Australia’s #1 Small Business Author, Andrew Griffiths is teaming up with Bree James, speaker and founder of Grand Publishing, one of the most successful regional publishing companies in Australia, to dispel some modern day marketing myths and show how your Small Business can benefit in a big way by taking it “OLD SCHOOL”. Investing 2 hours of your time to attend this event will be one of the smartest things you could do for your business this year. Book now www.andrewgriffiths.com.au

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A Cnr Atticus Street and Salter Close, Woree, QLD PH 4033 5315 E dance@2xs.com.au Nothing is more liberating than dance and Dance 2XS has been a leading name in dance in Cairns for over 15 years. With classes in Tumbling and Acrobatics, Cheerleading, Funky Jazz, Hip Hop, Tap, Ballet, Kindy Dance, Tiny Tots Gym and Mummy and Me Dance, Dance 2XS caters to everyone at every level. Dance 2XS emphasises fun over competitiveness, and their new Woree studios with dance and tumbling rooms nurture a friendly, caring and encouraging environment for students to learn in. Kids can enjoy exercise, make new friends and improve their self-confidence. No exams or eisteddfods just fun! Dance 2XS are also the proud trainers of the NBL Taipans Mini Squad where their little cheerers perform at each Cairns Taipans home game to a crowd of up to 5,000 people. Dance 2XS is commencing their exciting 2016 Cheerleading Clinics on the 17th July to prepare this years hopefuls for the Mini Squad auditions. Never done cheerleading before? It doesn’t matter as Dance 2XS will teach you everything you need to know. All participants also have the opportunity to be a cheerleader at a Taipans game this season - an unforgettable experience! More information can be found on their website www.dance2xs.net.au The Mini Squad Cheerleading Clinic and Auditions are being held on the 17th and 24th of July and are open to boys and girls aged 5 to 13.

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Getting your kids to study or do their homework isn’t always the simplest of tasks. Providing them with their own study space can help motivate them and teach them good study habits for the future. Here are our top decorating tips: Choose lighter colours – bright, bold colours are always fun but they can provide too much stimulation for this space. Stick to pastels, neutral colours or monochrome patterns to provide a comforting and serene study zone. Design a vision board – get crafty with your child and design a vision board (or collage for younger kiddies) that features images, quotes, photos and other items that inspire them. Shop with your child – hit up the homewares and office shops with child in tow and let them choose a few key pieces (canvas prints, file systems, book ends, faux plants, candles, etc) to help them create a calming environment with their personal touches. Keep the space stocked – if everything has a home, your child will spend less time searching for scissors, glue, a calculator or a pencil and actually do what is required. Have storage containers of scrap paper, note pads and invest in containers for pens, pencils, scissors and everything else they need to get their work done. Include a comfy spot for you too – Grab a beanbag or an extra chair so you can join in on study sessions and offer help (and an extra push) when they need it.

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BANKING ON BENDIGO When is a bank more than just a bank? When it gives back to the community. And this is exactly what Bendigo Bank is all about.

What started in Bendigo, Victoria in 1858 has developed into one of the strongest community organisations in Australia. Not only focusing on helping people realise their financial goals, Bendigo Bank is all about giving back to their communities. With over $148 million invested in community projects, Bendigo Bank also partner with organisations such as the Mater Foundation for Mater Little Miracles, the RSPCA and OXFAM Australia. However, it’s not just large non-for-profit organisations that benefit from Bendigo Bank. In Far North Queensland alone Bendigo community projects include over $4 million of local contributions including $115,000 worth of contributions to the Cardwell community and $250,000 contribution towards the Bendigo Bank Recreational Precinct in Mareeba, featuring four outdoor multi-purpose courts with lighting, a new cricket pitch and practice nets and paths for cyclists and walkers. Around Australia Bendigo Bank is backing multimillion dollar sports and community facilities, state-of-the-art technology centres for schools and aged care centres, instruments for budding young musicians, breakfast programs to feed hungry young minds and so much more. Locally Bendigo Bank also established a not for profit arm, BaCC (Building Active Connected Communities Ltd) and since 2009 has encouraged customers to select their choice of local groups and clubs to

receive funding based on the amount of banking nominated. This initiative has provided funds locally for groups such as COUCH; Harald’s House; Yaps, local sports groups and more to the total of $930,000 including a Medi cab and Defibrillators for locals at sporting events around the region. So, banking with Bendigo Bank can truly benefit not only you and your family but your local community!

branches across Australia and 17 of those right here in Far North Queensland.

You will find exceptional service and all business and personal banking services at Bendigo Bank branches, including financial advisors to assist with personal and business loans, insurance, investments, retirement, home loans and superannuation to name a few.

With every decision you make, from what bank you choose to what hotel you stay at, from what neighbourhood you buy in to what school you send your children to, it’s always welcoming to know that your decision is not only benefiting you, but the community you live in, and love, as well.

In Cairns alone there are five Bendigo Bank locations – on Mulgrave Road at Westcourt, Sheridan Street, Lake Street, Smithfield Shopping Centre and Edmonton. There are also Bendigo Banks in Mareeba, Dimbulah, Babinda, Atherton, Malanda, Innisfail, Tully, Kuranda, Mission Beach, Mossman, Ravenshoe and Port Douglas. Essentially, wherever you go, from large cities to small communities, you will find a Bendigo Bank. There are over 540

So why not call 1300 Bendigo ask for your local branch and make a difference in your community.

There are some things in life that are unavoidable – managing your finances is one of them. Paying bills, savings for the future, buying a property, investing in super – these are the things that we all have to think about, especially as we have children and become responsible for not just ourselves, but our family as well.

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PERMETHRIN Toxicity in Cats STORY Jane Quinn

In Australia around 75,000 dogs and cats are paralysed by deadly paralysis ticks each year. As we approach the traditional paralysis tick season in Far North Queensland, many pet owners will be purchasing tick prevention for their pets in the coming weeks. Around this time, veterinarians not only see paralysed pets on a daily basis, but they also see an increase in the number of cats being accidently poisoned by their good intentioned owners. Permethrin is a common chemical used in many spot on products such as Advantix, Exelpet and Permoxin Rinse as it is very effective at killing insects and parasites. While nontoxic to dogs unless overdosed, this chemical is extremely toxic to cats and is responsible for 50 percent of reported poisoning in cats worldwide.

Signs of permethrin poisoning

Treatment

When applied to the skin of a cat, permethrin poisoning usually develops within a few hours but effects can be delayed for up to 72 hours. The most common signs of toxicity include:

Treatment for permethrin poisoning is intensive and there isn’t an antidote available. Treatment usually involves hospitalisation, medications to control the tremors and seizures, I/v fluid therapy and sedation to calm the cat. Unfortunately, even with treatment and nursing, some cats die.

• Muscle tremors

• Dilated pupils

• Twitching

• Depression

• Seizures • Salivation and vomiting • Incoordination

If you accidently apply a permethrin based product to your cat, it’s important to remove the product immediately to reduce the amount of permethrin absorbed into the cat’s skin. Remove using water and soap and then rinse the coat well. Seek immediate veterinary attention as the earlier the treatment begins, the better the chance of survival.

How to prevent permethrin poisoning Seek veterinary advice before purchasing flea and tick prevention products. As a result of increased online and retail tick and flea prevention purchases, permethrin toxicity is occurring more often due to purchasers not receiving the correct instructions on the use of products by trained and qualified veterinary staff. Always read the product label carefully and follow the directions for use diligently. With trained and qualified veterinary staff, Cairns Veterinary Clinic has a full range of safe and effective tick and flea prevention products available. For information on the best and safest flea and tick prevention for your pet, contact us before making a purchase.

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