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ISSUE NO. 107 MAY 2016 06 Entertainment: Check This Out 08 Feature: Celebrating Mums
11 Parenting: Behavioural Busters
Hello and welcome to our May edition of PakMag, celebrating Mother’s Day!
15 Parenting: Ditch The Motherly Guilt 17 Mother's Day Made Easy
May is always one of my favourite months as it means we get a special day to relax and reflect on just how great it is being ‘Mum’.
19 Health
20 Thumb Sucking: Sunbird Orthodontics
Make the most out of your day with our feature on celebrating Mum, Mother’s Day gift, craft and activity ideas and our tips on ditching the motherly guilt. We also tackle behavioural busters for kids, ways to help a new mum and how to host the perfect princess-themed party.
22 Healthy Recipes
Our ever popular festival guide also makes an appearance and we have plenty of great events to check out including The Cairns Children’s Festival and ECOFiesta.
25 Bump And Bub: 10 SImple Ways To Help A New Mum 26 Bump And Bub: WIN!
29 Family Fun With The Cairns Children’s Festival
To all the mums in my world, you mean so much to me - Happy Mother’s Day. Have a great month with your family and don’t forget to tell everyone, you read it in PakMag.
31 What’s On Guide 33 Mini Mag
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40 Craft: Mother's Day Craft
42 Celebrate: Little Princess Party! 45 FNQ Festivals Guide 2016
48 WIN: Mother's Day Mega Prize Pack
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50 Inspirational Child: George Earwicker
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52 Home with Caro & Kingi: She Sheds 55 Teaching Children About Sustainability 57 Home Loans
59 What’s News In Business 55 64 66
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ENTERTAINMENT
CHECK THIS OUT
14th + 15th May
Pioneer Weekend – Historic Village Herberton WHEN 14 and 15 May 2016 WHERE Historic Village Herberton, 6 Broadway St Herberton MORE INFO www.historicvillageherberton.com.au Step back in time as Historic Village Herberton comes to life for one weekend a year on 14-15 May. The Village offers a true insight into life in the 1800s and is the perfect day out for families. See experts in their field demonstrate blacksmithing, wood chopping, tin panning, small engines and more. With lots of entertainment for the children and live music from The Hillbilly Goats, there is so much to see and do over the two-day event. Don’t forget to dress up with Fashions on the Field prizes for the best dressed kids and adults. Normal admission prices apply for Saturday and Sunday during Pioneer Weekend. WIN: A Family Pass to Historic Village Herberton We’ve got five Family Passes to give away! Enter at www.pakmag.com.au
13th - 15th May 22nd May Weekend in Paradise Celebration
Two Feet and a Heartbeat Charity Walk WHEN 22 May 2016, 9.00am registration, 10.00am walk start time, 11.00am to 1.00pm post event activities WHERE Fun Ship Parkland, the Esplanade, Cairns MORE INFO www.twofeetandaheartbeat.org.au Step out with friends and family on Sunday 22 May 2016 and take part in Two Feet and a Heartbeat, a Charity Walk to help beat Childhood Heart Disease – the leading cause of infant death in Australia.
WHEN 13 - 15 May 2016 WHERE Paradise Palms Resort and Country Club, Kewarra Beach MORE INFO www.paradisepalms.com.au To celebrate Paradise Palms' vibrant new look and exciting future, the tropical oasis is holding a Weekend in Paradise celebration from the 13 to15 May for three days of fun, golf, food, children’s entertainment and family activities! Families will especially love their dedicated Family Fun Day on Sunday with entertainment, food stalls and a 9-hole family golf competition from 2.30pm.
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Monday's
Monkey Business Playground and Café Storytime Program WHEN Every Monday 9.30am WHERE 100-102 Mulgrave Road, Cairns MORE INFO www.mbpc.net.au/ Monkey Business Playground and Café have launched their Storytime program. Join in on the fun every Monday from 9.30am. Start the morning with a book and a themed activity before enjoying a play with the little ones. The program is free with entry.
29th May
Cairns ECOfiesta Festival with a Difference
WHEN 10.00am to 7.00pm - Sunday 29 May 2016 WHERE Cruise Liner Terminal MORE INFO #ecofiesta and follow the event on Facebook. See page 55 for more details. Join in for a day of free fun, friendship and eco-inspiration! The ECOfiesta celebrates nature & sustainable living with live music, children’s entertainment, the best in local food, a licensed bar and a huge eco-expo featuring over 100 stalls. Headlining the Children’s Program is the Amazing Drumming Monkeys (Adelaide) who have drummed their way into the hearts of children across the country and before you know it, will have your little ones up and dancing too. Monkey puppets, Bongo and Congo, will share their positively cute songs about caring for the environment and working together, performing three free shows on the day, usually valued at $60 a family. Recycled Reef craft, kids circus workshops, face painting, local sustainable schools and more are in store to keep those little hands busy. Don’t forget to take advantage of the free roving, local fruit platters throughout the day and take a moment to capture the fun at the ECOfiesta Photobooth. Brought to you by Cairns Regional Council, James Cook University, QLD Country Credit Union and Kenick Constructions, the ECOfiesta is the festival with a difference and a great day out for the whole family.
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Childrens Theatre – The 52-Storey Treehouse WHEN 8 June and 9 June 2016 WHERE Tanks Arts Centre, Cairns MORE INFO www.tanksartcentre.com.au Andy Griffiths’ and Terry Denton’s latest bestselling book comes to life on stage as the team behind the hit adaptations of The 13-Storey Treehouse and The 26-Storey Treehouse return with this crazy, imaginative and engaging play at the Tanks Arts Centre on the 8th and 9th of June. The 52-Storey Treehouse won the 2015 Best Production for Children at the Sydney Theatre Awards, so don’t miss it, tickets available at ticketlink.com.au Photo credit: Branco Gaica
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Mums STORY Jenna Gallina
Mum. There is no greater title in the world. And May is one of the best months for mums as we get a day to celebrate the thing that matters the most to us – raising our children. So let’s take a break from folding the teeny onesies, cutting the crusts off the kids’ sandwiches and practicing sight words, and reflect on just how amazing it is to be a mum. We get to be a kid again
We become multitasking ninjas
But, this time around, we have kids of our own to enjoy the experience with. So climb trees, make sand castles and slide down waterslides. It was fun the first time around, but doing it all over again, with the sounds of your children’s laughter all around you, is so much better!
No matter how uncoordinated you were pre-kids, all mums have super abilities to juggle three or more tasks at once. It’s just the way it is.
We appreciate the little things in life
We get confirmation that, even when things aren’t perfect, we have made something that is.
Like stopping 35 times on your walk to the park to touch every single piece of sensitive weed or listening to the heartbeat of your little one as you rock her back and forth all night long. These moments may seem insignificant in the long run, but they are so precious and so priceless.
Behind every good kid is a great mum and it’s incredible to think that you made this amazing little human. No matter what happens and how many things go wrong during the day, all the confirmation that you are doing something right is right in front of you.
We get constant affection (so much affection) Nothing beats the unexpected cuddles, kisses or even smiles from your little ones, no matter how old they are. One of my favourite moments in motherhood is when my daughter or son comes up to me when I least expect it and offers me a kiss. It has to be the greatest feeling in the world.
These are only a few of things all mums should be celebrating today (and every day). We also get the best car parks at the shops (love those pram parks), we constantly have someone to talk to (and who thinks we’re always right) and we normally have chocolate stashed away in the pantry (it’s for the kids I swear!).
Mums By Numbers
210 – Number of times per day that a pre-schooler
2 Billion – How many mums there are
2.2 – The number of hours a mum spends on
25 – Average age of a first time mum 7,300 – Average number of nappies a
330 – Loads of washing per year $9,100 – Amount spent on baby items before
2.1 minutes – Average time it takes a mum to
$314,000 – Amount spent to raise a child
in the world
mum changes by bub’s second birthday change a nappy
requires mum’s attention (that’s every four minutes) household chores each day
the first birthday
to 18 (not including university)
Statistics from Happy Worker (www.happyworker.com)
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FEATURE
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A Community of Mums Come and meet some of Cairns’ mums and share their favourite moments in motherhood.
Juanita Soper, 99.5 Sea FM Breakfast Announcer
Shae Clark, Brinsmead, Owner of Tropical Beauty Hair & Makeup Artistry
Jodie Ballarino, Gordonvale, QLD Parks and Wildlife Ranger
Mum to: Taylor, 9 and Jessie, 6
Mum to: Aisha, 9 and Nate, 7
Mum to: Lachlan, 3 and Makayla, 1
What is your favourite parenting moment so far? "I would say it’s any moment when you see your childen realise they’ve achieved something important to them and the proud smile they give you. This is always a cherished moment."
What is your favourite moment in motherhood? "My favourite thing about being a mother is the unconditional love your children give you. It’s the simple "I love you” with the most beautiful cuddle and kiss that makes my heart melt."
What is your favourite parenting moment so far? “I love watching my kids reach every little milestone. They constantly amaze me with the things they say and do. Plus, nothing beats hearing 'I love you mummy'.”
What is your favourite thing to do in Cairns with the kids? "As a family our favourite thing to do is head off on a camping adventure. There’s always marshmallows to melt around the campfire and new creeks to explore."
What is your favourite thing to do in Cairns with the kids? "We are so spoilt living in such a beautiful place like Cairns, and the wonderful life style we can provide for our kids. Our favourite thing to do as a family is heading to Fitzroy Island, spending the day swimming, canoeing looking for turtles and just relaxing, It’s our own little piece of paradise."
What is your favourite thing to do in Cairns with the kids? We love taking the kids to Tiny Tots Indoor Sports & playing at Muddy's whenever we get the chance. We like going out for breakfast dates as a family and walking along the esplanade or around the botanical gardens from time to time
Alisa Larcombe, Manunda Mum to: Lily, 5, Sophie, 4, and triplets, Evelyn, Leah and Jessie, 15 months What is your favourite moment in motherhood? “All the cuddles and laughs from my five little girls.” What is your favourite thing to do in Cairns with the kids? “Our favourite thing to with the kids in Cairns is going to The Esplanade. It's close to home, a great space for all the kids as it caters for all age groups and it's free!”
Trisha Porta, Gordonvale, Receptionist Mum to: Holly, 9, Lincoln, 7 and Archie, 1 What is your favourite moment in motherhood? “The unconditional love” What is your favourite thing to do in Cairns with the kids? “Watching the children ride the motorbikes while spending time with family and friends.”
Gillian Huleux, Brinsmead Mum to: Curtis, 9 What is your favourite moment in motherhood? “Watching my son grow up and learn new things.” What is your favourite thing to do in Cairns with the kids? “Riding to Goomboora park and having some outdoor activities there. My son also enjoys going to Monkey Business Playground.”
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BEHAVIOURAL BUSTERS STORY Jenna Gallina
“There is no such thing as a bad child - only bad parents.” Many of us have heard this phrase and considering the guilt most mums already have on their plate, this can be a bitter pill to swallow. But if your child is acting out, it is your responsibility to step in and stop it. PakMag sat down with Clinical Director, Psychologist and Behaviour Analyst, Rachel Briffa at Caterpillar Clinic to discuss behaviour busters at all ages and stages. Challenging behaviour is a common concern for all parents and every child is going to go through phases in their childhood when they act out. Toddlerhood and the teenage years, for example, are often seen as difficult stages.
Oppositional defiant disorder – Approximately one in ten children under the age of 12 are thought to have oppositional defiant disorder (ODD). Typical behaviours of children with ODD include:
“All behaviour typically falls into three categories – wanting something (think: candy bars at the checkout), avoiding something (think: tidying up toys), and how something affects the senses (think: talcum powder being squirted all around a room!). This is what starts behaviour off,” Rachel explains.
• Easily angered, frustrated, annoyed or irritated
“The ‘misbehaviour’ side of it comes from a couple of other things – the inability to communicate and the history of success.” Children often are not able to effectively express their emotions which can lead to frustration, anger and bad behaviour. “Furthermore, if that behaviour has paid off in the past, even only once or twice (like occasionally getting candy at the checkout), then it’s more likely to become a useful strategy to use again,” Rachel explains.
Is it More Than Just Challenging Behaviour?
• Frequent temper tantrums • Argumentative and refuses to obey rules • Seems to deliberately try to annoy or aggravate others • Low self-esteem and often blames others Conduct disorder – Approximately five per cent of 10 year olds are thought to have CD, with boys outnumbering girls by four to one. Typical behaviours include: • Aggressiveness and physical violence • Lack of empathy for others • Repeated truancy • Frequent lying and criminal-like behaviour
What is causing children to be naughtier and naughtier? Is it the trend of parents taking a more ‘gentle’ or ‘freerange’ approach to parenting? Is it the increasing access to technology, social media and violence through video games, movies and apps? Is it because our discipline methods are too soft?
Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder – Approximately two to five per cent of children are thought to have ADHD. Characteristics include:
There is no one answer to this question. It can come down to one main thing or it can be a combination of a number of things, including the child’s temperament and the individual situation. Sometimes a child will act out due to frustration or as a way to express himself when other methods have failed.
• Impulsivity
Other times it is because they are craving attention, they are feeling jealous or possibly due to a behavioural disorder such as oppositional defiant disorder (ODD), conduct disorder (CD) or attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).
• Difficulty concentrating, forgetting instructions and inattention • Overactivity, constantly restless and fidgeting There is really no way to know whether your child has a behavioural disorder unless you get an assessment from a qualified paediatrician, psychologist or child psychiatrist. Treatment options include parent management training, cognitive behaviour therapy, medication and treatment for associated problems.
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Misbehaviour Management Techniques
Overcoming Behavioural Problems - Dos and Don'ts DO try and focus on positive behaviours and praise these often.
What constitutes challenging behaviour will depend on the parent. However, some of the common behavioural concerns we can probably all agree are less-thanadmirable include aggression and violence (biting, kicking, punching), swearing and yelling, being rude, disrespectful or purposely argumentative and not listening. Regardless of why your child is acting out, there are solutions to help you move forward into a more harmonious and positive space. Rachel explains how. Be consistent, predictable, and have a routine Have boundaries and clear consequences for when rules are broken. All consequences should occur close to when the misbehaviour occurred and needs to be reasonable. For example, for siblings arguing over what to watch on TV, turn the TV off for 10 minutes and then give them another chance to work it out. Be clear and direct in your requests Don’t ask, tell. Instead of saying, “Can you pick up your toys please?” (which gives the child the option to say “No”), state, “Put your toys away now, thanks.” Encourage different outlets for children to vent their anger and frustration As Rachel explains, “If a child doesn’t have the ability to get his or her message across to a big person, that can bring on some big emotions (frustration, disappointment, anger) which a child hasn't yet learned how to fully manage.” Teach them how to identify these emotions and how to overcome them through communicating, deep breathing exercises, colouring, exercise or some other outlet. Get rid of the guilt Yes, when your child is the naughty one at the park and other parents are shaking their heads in your direction, it can be stressful, embarrassing and awful. You will probably blame yourself. But the truth is you are doing your very best. So take pride in the little changes your child makes – a thank you after dinner, a moment when he puts his sister first, a deep breath he takes rather than hitting someone. These are small stepping stones, yes, but they are still worth celebrating.
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To learn more about managing behaviour, contact Rachel at Caterpillar Clinic on 0430 198 921.
DO ignore small, irritating behaviours. You really do need to pick your battles, otherwise it would be exhausting! DO set yourself up for success. If you have trouble with your child at the supermarket, tell them your expectations in advance (e.g., “You’ll stay with Mummy, and we’re only buying what’s on the list.”), involve them in the process (e.g., giving them their own shopping list, even if it’s in pictures!), and praise them along the way (“You’re doing a great job helping Mummy”). DON’T repeat requests frequently. Twice is enough, then action should be taken. DON’T take things personally (“I hate you, you’re the worst parent EVER!!!”). Kids feel emotions intensely, but are still learning how to control them. DON’T be too hard on yourself. Take care of yourself in some small way every day so you’re able to remain calm and in control more often than not.
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IT’S TIME TO Ditch the Motherly Guilt STORY Jenna Gallina
We have all felt it at one stage or another – the pangs of guilt, deep in your stomach, that, as a mum, you are not doing enough. The moment something goes wrong with one of our kids, we start to feel like we are completely to blame. Guilt is an intense emotion. And, while it leaves us feeling bad about ourselves, there are some positives to guilt as well. The basis of guilt is actually the ability to feel others’ pain and the desire to maintain connection to the ones you love. So, feeling guilty simply means that you care. With that being said, feeling guilty on a regular basis not only hurts us as parents, but also the relationships around us. So how can you ditch the motherly guilt and focus on using this emotion in a more positive light? Here are some tips to try: Understand the emotion behind guilt Guilt is our conscience talking. It’s annoying, yes, but, often it is there for a reason and can help us strive to do better. Guilt can be an excellent motivator but only when it is not consuming you. Stop comparing yourself to other mums Some mums are awesome at baking, at sewing, at keeping their cool in every situation. Some mums are not. In everything you do, there are always going to be people who look like they are doing it better than you. But it’s not their journey you are on. It’s your journey you are on. So focus on that. Reflect at what you have achieved, not what you haven’t accomplished Rather than focusing on the things that you didn’t do (and that make you feel guilty), focus on the things that you have done. Are the kids happy? Are they fed? Did you make them smile today? Did they have a good day? Then you’re kicking goals. Always end the day on a positive note On those really bad days, when you’ve burned dinner, when you yelled at the kids, when you were too tired to read a bedtime story and when you feel like you didn’t do a single thing right, go into your children’s rooms. Watch them sleep. Stroke their heads. Kiss their cheeks. And just remember, to them, you are doing everything right. And that’s all that matters.
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Made Easy Are your kids (and your partner) stuck on what to give you for Mother’s Day? Here are a few out-of-the-box ideas. Pass them on. A nice family photo – one that is not a selfie, which includes everyone in the family and where you are wearing makeup and smiling. An hour of alone time – or, failing that, at least a voucher for a massage, hair appointment or trip to the nail parlour for an hour of ‘me’ time in the not-too-distant-future. Followed by time spent with the family – preferably outside of the house in a nice location. No fighting allowed!
Something that has been cleaned - A window. A ceiling fan. A pile of clothing. A cupboard even. A meal you don’t have to cook – or clean up from, either because the family is eating out or because someone else in the house has taken the task over. A nap – you pick the time. Cuddles, kisses and loves – because this is what Mother's Day is all about.
PAKMAG’S PICKS FOR MOTHER’S DAY We asked our staff what they would love to open on Sunday 8 May. Here are our top picks for pressies:
Toucan Prints www.toucanonline.com (RRP $15.00)
We have three of these adorable Wall Decals to give away. Enter at www.pakmag.com.au
Maddox Hanging Planter Set www.ezibuy.com (RRP $49.99)
Family Heart Charm In Sterling Silver www.emmaandroe.com.au (RRP $29.00)
The Body Shop’s Bliss Box www.thebodyshop.com.au (RRP $28.95)
Sister Moon Magic Carpet Mat www.magiccarpetym.com (RRP $98.00)
Forever and Always Wall Decal www.toucanonline.com (RRP $35.00)
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Fever in Children STORY Dr Agu Pepela, Apple Tree Medical Clinic
Kid-Friendly Superfoods You’ve probably heard of some of the regular super food contenders – quinoa, chia seeds, acai berries and kale, for example. But here are a few other ones to add to your shopping list (and ones that your kids may be more inclined to actually try).
• GREEK YOGHURT – switch the kids’ regular yoghurts for Greek yoghurt – it fills the belly, improves digestion and bolsters the immune system.
• OATMEAL – swap their morning cereal for oatmeal for their daily dose of antioxidants.
• CAULIFLOWER – many kids will
happily eat cauliflower raw. And many won’t. You can easily add cauliflower to their diet with things like cauliflower pizza or cauliflower rice.
Fever is an almost universal response to infection. In children with still relatively young immune systems, it is a guarantee to come and make the life of not just the child, but the parents miserable.
BUT WHAT EXACTLY IS A FEVER? A fever is a body temperature of 37.5 degrees or more, and contrary to what many think, fever is not actually caused by invading organisms, but is actually caused by the human body's own immune system when it detects the presence of an invader, such as a virus or a bacteria. Studies have shown, that a fever helps marshal the immune system to fight the infection.
WHAT TO DO WHEN YOUR CHILD HAS A FEVER? A high fever does not necessarily equate to a serious illness, and there is no benefit in treating a fever, unless your child is uncomfortable. A recent report by NPS MedicineWise suggests that parents should not be using painkillers to treat mild fevers. The fever may actually be helping fight the infection. As with any illness, keeping your child well hydrated is the most important factor.
WHAT *NOT* TO DO WHEN YOUR CHILD HAS A FEVER • WATERMELON – this is a fruit staple for many parents
and the good news is that watermelon makes the superfoods list! It is low in sugar, high in vitamins A and C and contains lycopene which can help protect the body from UV rays and cancer.
• SPINACH – yes it’s green
and most kids won’t touch it, but you can sneak spinach into several dishes, including spaghetti bolognaise and sauces.
• LENTILS – another easy one to add to some of your popular dishes (such as spag bol and shepherd’s pie), lentils are high in protein, iron and other essential nutrients.
• Do not assume fevers require medication. There is no advantage in treating a fever if your child is not uncomfortable. • Do not try to cool your little one down with sponging or cool showers, as this makes the body fight harder to try to keep the temperature high. • Do not force them to eat. If your child has lost his or her appetite, it’s okay. Fluids are more important at this stage.
WHEN TO SEE YOUR DOCTOR In some cases, a fever could be a sign of more than just a common infection. It is worth a visit to the doctor if: • Your child's illness keeps getting worse • Your child is not keeping his or her fluids up, particularly if there is vomiting or diarrhoea too • Your child complains of neck stiffness, or if light causes pain to the eyes or head • Your child has problems with breathing • Your child seems flat and is lethargic • Your child has a rash • The fever persists for five days • Your child is under the age of three months Apple Tree Medical have three convenient locations:
Additional superfoods to add to the list include strawberries, blueberries, eggs, beans, almonds, broccoli, salmon, ginger and apples.
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Thumb SUCKING
STORY Dr Bobby Griffin, Sunbird Orthodontics Thumb sucking. If you have a child who does this, then you will know how frustrating it can be. And I bet you have tried everything under the sun to stop the habit, without success! It’s well known that sucking is one of the earliest reflexes to develop, and you may even have seen incredible 3D scans of unborn children sucking their thumb in the womb. This reflex exists to ensure your baby can feed from the moment it is born. However, thumb/finger sucking and pacifier use has no nutritional benefit and are called non-nutritive sucking habits or NNSH’s. Pacifier use can provide some benefits to young children; however there is no benefit in encouraging pacifier use beyond the age of two and a half years. Population studies have shown that 82 percent of newborns have a NNSH up to five months. This incidence drops to around 50 per cent by four years of age. At seven years of age, around 12 percent still have a NNSH, dropping to below 2 percent by 12 years of age. To a large extent this is a self-solving problem, and most children have stopped the habit well before it affects the adult teeth. The long term effects of a prolonged sucking habit include prominent adult teeth (bucky teeth), narrow palate, bite and speech problems. Luckily, most of these problems can be corrected with orthodontic treatment. However, prevention is better than cure.
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Ideally sucking habits should be stopped before the adult teeth start to appear – around the age of five or six years. There are a number of physical and psychological strategies described in books and magazines to encourage children to end the habit. These include taste aversion creams, reminder bandages, and positive and negative reinforcement. However, it must be remembered that a child will not stop the habit unless he/she WANTS TO! If the child has not developed sufficient awareness (cognition), then any physical or psychological attempts to prevent the habit will be a negative experience for the child. The age at which a child develops sufficient awareness varies greatly, but they usually get there in the end. A visit to your dentist or orthodontist can help your child understand that the problem is serious. Often, just an encouraging talk with someone with perceived authority is enough for a child to give up the habit.
Orthodontic treatment before & after.
There are certain appliances that can be made by the dentist or orthodontist that can be placed in the child’s mouth which interfere with the sucking habit, removing the pleasure of the habit. Often this can allow spontaneous correction of any dental problems caused by the habit. However, this is normally only done when all other options have failed, and the child’s teeth are being badly affected. A recent high level systematic review has provided data which shows that both physical (plates, etc.) and psychological intervention by an orthodontist is approximately six times more effective at stopping a sucking habit than no intervention at all. Dr Bobby Griffin is a board-registered Specialist Orthodontist and the Principle of Sunbird Orthodontics. With over 17 years as a caring dental professional and accredited by the Australasian Orthodontic Board, Dr Bobby has extensive National and International specialist qualifications and is a member of the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh and the Royal College of Dental Surgeons of Australasia.
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Bliss balls are super easy to make and can be made with any kind of nuts, seeds or dried fruit, all ingredients available at The Source Bulk Foods Cairns. Recipe from Jo Whitton - Check out www.quirkycooking.com.au
PREP TIME 15 mins (not including cooling time) SERVES 4
You can get creative with what you decide to add to this salad. Think left over roast veggies, marinated eggplant and any greens like rocket or spinach. INGREDIENTS
HOW TO MAKE
3/4 Cups Couscous 1 Tablespoon Olive Oil 3/4 Cups Boiling Water 1 Teaspoon Salt 1 Punnet Cherry Tomatoes, Quartered 1/2 Red Capsicum, Diced 1/2 Yellow Capsicum, Diced 1/2 Cup Mixed Pitted Olives 1/2 Cup Semi Sundried Tomatoes 1/4 Cup Chopped Flat Leaf Parsley
Grind up raw cacao nibs in a high speed blender for 15-20 seconds, or until fine.
This colourful salad is absolutely bursting with flavour and healthy ingredients. Make it to have as simple light lunch or take it along to a barbecue as a beautiful side salad.
HOW TO MAKE Pour couscous into a large heat proof bowl. Drizzle over olive oil and gently rub into couscous using your hands until well distributed. Dissolve the salt in the boiling water and pour over the couscous. Immediately cover the bowl with a dinner plate to seal the steam in the bowl. Wait for 10 minutes then lift off the plate and fluff the cooked couscous with a fork. Place into the fridge to cool. Once the couscous has completely cooled gently fold in the capsicum and cherry tomatoes. Add the olives, semi sundried tomatoes and parsley and stir to gently combine. Serve and enjoy.
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INGREDIENTS 85g raw cacao nibs 250g medjool dates, deseeded 20g Rapadura 1/4 tsp fine sea salt 1 Tbspn vanilla extract 230g fresh walnuts Handful or two of walnuts Handful of raw cacao nibs
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Add dates, rapadura, sea salt, vanilla extract and blend on high for 5 seconds, until dates are chopped up. Add walnuts blend for about 1 minute, or until mixture comes together and is smooth. You could also use pecans if you'd rather. If you like these smooth, go ahead and roll them into balls. If you like them with a bit of 'crunch', add the extra walnuts and raw cacao nibs and mix in for a few seconds, until roughly chopped. Roll into balls and keep in the fridge. (You could leave out the rapadura and add maca powder or even mesquite for a healthier alternative) BROUGHT TO YOU BY Get your ingredients from The Source Bulk Foods Cairns. Mention PakMag for a 20% discount at The Source Bulk Foods*
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HELP A NEW MUM STORY Jenna Gallina
Has your friend or family member just had a baby? Then you probably want to know, “What can I do to help?” Here are ten things you can do to help out a new mum.
1. Offer your services The best way to help a new mum is to offer to help out with the chores rather than offer advice. Put a pile of washing on the line, do a load of dishes or vacuum the floor while you are there. Don’t even ask – just do it, even when she says to sit down and “relax.” Ignore her; she’s tired.
2. Hold the baby while she sleeps Come over. Take the little one off the new mum. Send her for a shower and set her up in her bed. Sit in a chair and rock the baby for an hour or two. Do not let her leave her bedroom.
3. Buy her a massage And make sure someone is home to watch the baby while the massage therapist comes over to get rid of those aches and pains.
4. Take the older kids away for an outdoor adventure To the park is fine. Kick the soccer ball. Hit golf balls. Play hide and seek. Go for a bike ride. Avoid junk food and sugar.
5. Stay calm if the baby cries Nothing is more distressing than when your newborn cries, unless someone is standing over your shoulder telling you how to fix it or asking 20 questions about what is wrong. Just let bub cry and let the new mum handle it unless she asks for help.
6. Take photos (and print them out) Most new mums will have thousands of photos of their newborn (on their phone). But many do not have nice
photos of those precious few days with bub. So take some happy snaps while you are there, print them out and frame them as a gift the next time you come over.
7. Feed her She’s a hungry milk-making machine right now. So bring food. Or make her a sandwich. And hold the baby while she eats it. Bonus if you also make her a cup of tea.
8. Demand that you bring her something Rather than using an open ended question like, “Can I bring you anything” (which will usually result in “no I’m fine” because Mum is too sleep-deprived to think about what day it is, let alone what she needs), rephrase it with, “I’m at Kmart – what do you need?” This gives the new mum no option – you are coming over. You are bringing something. Toilet paper. Lollies. Dog food. Maternity pads.
9. Carry on If you’re meeting a new mum out for a coffee or something, meet her in the parking lot. Help her take bub out of the carrier or grab the nappy bag. Do the same when you leave.
10. Stay for a short time only When visiting, don’t overstay your welcome. Mum probably needs a bit of alone time and an hour of coherent conversation is well and truly enough during the first couple of weeks.
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WHEN IT’S TIME TO MOVE ON FROM BREASTFEEDING STORY Dr. Amanda Blinco, Stratford Medical Centre Breastfeeding your child is a wonderful time of loving closeness, which may last for a few days or several years, but eventually comes to an end. Authorities recommend breastfeeding for the first two years and beyond. There is no upper age limit, but it is important to introduce other foods when your child is ready, generally around 6 months.
SO WHEN IS THE RIGHT TIME TO STOP BREASTFEEDING? There are a lot of myths about the ‘right’ time to stop breastfeeding. It is not necessary to stop feeding if you are going back to work, if you are unwell, if your child is unwell, if your child starts solids or has teeth or if someone else suggests that you should. Rarely, on medical advice, you may be advised to wean for serious health conditions in mum or bub, but, in most instances, the right time to wean is when you (and bub) decide it’s time.
GRADUAL WEANING • If you don’t have a deadline, weaning over a few months can make the transition easier for you and for baby. • Drop one daily feed at a time. Commonly the feed before bed or the first feed of the day is the last to go, but choose what seems easiest for you and bub. Sometimes it is bub who loses interest in one feed and then another over time.
RAPID WEANING • Drop every second feed for the first few days. • If your breasts become engorged, express, but only enough for comfort. Cold packs can help reduce discomfort and swelling. • Drop the remainder of the feeds in the next few days. • Do give your baby lots of love, cuddles and reassurance.
A NEW STAGE Weaning can be a very emotional time. Some mums are relieved to “have their body back”, while many mums also feel emotional or grieve the end of breastfeeding. Be kind to yourself, and congratulate yourself on the wonderful, loving parenting you have given your child so far. As one door closes, another door opens to the next chapter in your parenting journey.
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What do you get when you combine a beautiful venue in a picturesque location with a dinosaur zoo, live entertainment and one of Australia’s most popular children’s presenters? The making of a great day out for all families! And this is what you can expect when the Cairns Children’s Festival returns for it's third year on Sunday, 15 May 2016 at the Tanks Arts Centre in Edge Hill. The popular venue will be transformed into a wonderland of discovery, creativity and play for children aged four to twelve years. And most of the events are FREE FREE FREE! With workshops, concerts and hands-on activities, the festival is a not-to-be-missed event for families in Cairns. Here are our five picks for this year’s Cairns Children’s Festival.
1. Erth’s Dinosaur Zoo
3. Jay Laga’aia Shows
Erth’s Dinosaur Zoo is a jaw-dropping, family show featuring giant, animated dinosaur puppets. The widely acclaimed show takes audiences into a new dimension of theatre. Meet awesome prehistoric creatures, from cute baby dinos to some of the largest carnivores and herbivores that have ever walked the planet! Erth’s dinosaurs are unmistakably ‘alive’ and mostly friendly in this fun, educational and unique performance that will delight all audiences from ages four years and up.
With his infectious smile and warm voice, this ARIA nominated entertainer will delight young and old alike at the 2016 Cairns Children’s Festival.
Get up close and personal with an amazing array of creatures from bygone eras, connecting young audiences to the real science of palaeontology. Learn how to feed and engage with Erth’s dinosaurs in a once in a lifetime interactive experience. Children can watch wide-eyed from a safe distance or dare to get right up close to these prehistoric creatures. There are three shows at 9.00am, 11.00am and 2.00pm and tickets are $20 for adults and children aged 2 to 17, (children under 2 do not require a ticket) and $70 for a family pass (2 adults + 2 children).
2. Minecraft and Box Building For Minecraft-obsessed kids, the FREE virtual Minecraft city will have the kiddies ‘creeping’ towards educational and stimulating fun. In addition to the virtual city, kids can also test out their actual construction skills by creating a city out of recycled cardboard boxes.
Best known for his long association with ABC TV’s Play School, Jay Laga’aia now has his own show, Jay’s Jungle, on Seven TWO. Watch and sing along as Jay captivates his young audience with his playful personality and upbeat songs. There are two shows at 10.00am and 1.00pm and tickets are $15 for adults and children aged 2 to 17, (children under 2 do not require a ticket) and $55 for a family pass (2 adults + 2 children).
4. Library on the Lawn Unwind with an array of classic children’s books at the Library on the Lawn. This is the perfect place to pause from the festivities and spend some quality time with the kiddies. Create some natural craft, play games and listen to some Tanks Tales from one of our special guests and help make some BIG art.
5. Guru Dudu’s Silent Disco Walking Tour For little ones who love to dance and groove, the FREE “Silent Disco Walking Tour” with Guru Dudu will be a huge hit. Children will be given a set of headphones to listen to Guru’s hilarious commentary and funky disco songs as they groove around the site.You can get your tickets to Jay Laga’aia and Erth’s Dinosaur Zoo at www.ticketlink.com.au. Find out more about the festival at www.tanksartscentre.com
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WHAT'S ON MAY SUNDAY 1
FRIDAY 6
NORTHERN PRIDE RUGBY LEAGUE HOME GAME V WYNNUM MANLY BARLOW PARK www.northernpride.com.au 3.00pm / Cost / Family
BOWLING FUN Cazalys kids room www.cazalys.com.au 6.00pm / $2.00 / Kids
PARTY GAMES cazalys kids room www.cazalys.com.au 6.00pm / $2.00 / Kids BARBARY COASTERS PARROTHEAD PARTY! Yorkeys Knob Boat Club 4055 7711 2.00pm /Free / Family
MONDAY 2 BRING YOUR BABY THE JUNGLE BOOK Event Cinemas www.eventcinemas.com.au Various times / Cost / Adult
WEDNESDAY 4 BRING YOUR BABY THE JUNGLE BOOK Event Cinemas www.eventcinemas.com.au Various times / Cost / Adult "HELP", I'VE GOT A TEENAGER - 4 WEEK WORKSHOP (WEDNESDAYS) Uniting Care Aumuller St Bungalow 4032 6800 5.30pm / Cost / Adult
THURSDAY 5 MOTHER'S DAY ACTIVITIES Cazalys kids room www.cazalys.com.au 6.00pm / $2.00 / Kids
BRING YOUR BABY EDDIE THE EAGLE Event Cinemas www.eventcinemas.com.au Various times / Cost / Adult
SATURDAY 7 FREE ENTRY SATURDAYENJOY FREE ENTRY TO THE GALLERY THE FIRST SATURDAY OF EACH MONTH! Cairns Regional Gallery 4046 4800 10.00am / Free / Family CONSTRUCTION NIGHT Cazalys kids room www.cazalys.com.au 6.00pm / $2.00 / Kids WEEKEND FAMILY FLICKS ZOOTOPIA Event Cinemas www.eventcinemas.com.au 10.00am / $6.00 / Family
SUNDAY 8 MOTHER'S DAY LUNCH Paradise Palms www.paradisepalms.com.au 10.30am / 3 Course Lunch $50 / Family MOTHER'S DAY ARTS AND CRAFTS Cazalys kids room www.cazalys.com.au 6.00pm / $2.00 / Kids WEEKEND FAMILY FLICKS ZOOTOPIA
"Juanita picks Pioneer Weekend at Historic Village Herberton on Saturday 14th" Event Cinemas www.eventcinemas.com.au 10.00am / $6.00 / Family WRITING FOR THE MIDDLE GRADES WITH SAMANTHA WHEELER City Library www.qwriters.co/writing-middle-cns 9.30am / Cost / Kids (7- 12)
MONDAY 9 BRING YOUR BABY - EDDIE THE EAGLE Event Cinemas www.eventcinemas.com.au Various times / Cost / Adult
TUESDAY 10 BRINGING UP GREAT KIDS - 4 WEEK WORKSHOP (TUESDAYS) Uniting Care Birch St Manunda 4032 6800 9.30am / Free / Adult
WEDNESDAY 11 BRING YOUR BABY EDDIE THE EAGLE Event Cinemas www.eventcinemas.com.au Various times / Cost / Adult
THURSDAY 12 EXHIBITON OPENING EVENT & CURATOR TALK- PAINTER IN PARADISE: WILLIAM DOBELL IN NEW GUINEA Cairns Regional Gallery 4046 4800 5.30pm / Free / Adult GROUP GAMES Cazalys kids room www.cazalys.com.au
6.00pm / $2.00 / Kids PORT DOUGLAS CARNIVALE (runs till 22nd May) Various Locations www.carnivale.com.au Various times / Family
FRIDAY 13 HOME SHOW AND CARAVAN, CAMPING EXPO TILL 15TH Cairns Showgrounds www.cairnshomeshow.com.au 10.00am / Cost / Family PLAYDOUGH FUN Cazalys kids room www.cazalys.com.au 6.00pm / $2.00 / Kids BRING YOUR BABY MOTHER'S DAY (THE MOVIE) Event Cinemas www.eventcinemas.com.au Various times / Cost / Adult
SATURDAY 14 PIONEER WEEKEND – HISTORIC VILLAGE HERBERTON Historic Village Herberton www.historicvillageherberton.com.au 9.00am / Cost / Family TOBRUK POOL - FREE WEEKEND AT THE POOL Tobruk Pool www.tobrukmemorialpool.com.au 6.00am/Free/Family PARTY GAMES Cazalys kids room www.cazalys.com.au 6.00pm / $2.00 / Kids
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WHAT'S ON MAY WEEKEND FAMILY FLICKS KUNG FU PANDA Event Cinemas www.eventcinemas.com.au 10.00am / $6.00 / Family
SUNDAY 15 CHILDREN'S FESTIVAL Tanks Arts Centre www.tanksartscentre.com 9.00am / Free & Cost Events / Family CHILDREN'S FESTIVAL - ERTH DINOSAUR ZOO Tank (3) Arts Centre www.tanksartscentre.com 9.00am, 11.00am & 2.00pm / Cost / Family CHILDREN'S FESTIVAL TINKERING TANK Tank (4) Arts Centre www.tanksartscentre.com 10.00am / Gold Coin / Family CHILDREN'S FESTIVAL - JAY LAGA'AIA SHOW Tank (5) Arts Centre www.tanksartscentre.com 10.00am & 1.00pm / Cost / Family PIONEER WEEKEND – HISTORIC VILLAGE HERBERTON Historic Village Herberton www.historicvillageherberton.com.au 9.00am / Cost / Family FAMILY FUN DAY Paradise Palms www.paradisepalms.com.au 11.00am / Free / Family RSPCA MILLION PAWS WALK Cairns Esplanade (next to Muddy's Playground) www.millionpawswalk.com.au 7.30am / Cost / Family
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TOBRUK POOL - FREE WEEKEND AT THE POOL Tobruk Pool www.tobrukmemorialpool.com.au 8.00am/Free/Family
"Mark picks Port Douglas Carnivale from Friday 20th" 4032 6800 9.30am / Free / Adult
FRIDAY 20
PAINTING FUN Cazalys kids room www.cazalys.com.au 6.00pm / $2.00 / Kids
SCAVENGER HUNT Cazalys kids room www.cazalys.com.au 6.00pm / $2.00 / Kids
WEEKEND FAMILY FLICKS KUNG FU PANDA Event Cinemas www.eventcinemas.com.au 10.00am / $6.00 / Family
BRING YOUR BABY FLORENCE FOSTER JENKINS Event Cinemas www.eventcinemas.com.au Various times / Cost / Adult
NORTHERN PRIDE RUGBY LEAGUE HOME GAME V REDCLIFFE DOLPHINS Barlow Park www.northernpride.com.au 1.40pm / Cost / Family
PORT DOUGLAS CARNIVALE - 3 DAY WEEKEND EXTRAVAGANZA (till 22nd May) Various Locations www.carnivale.com.au Various / Family
MONDAY 16 BRING YOUR BABY MOTHER'S DAY (THE MOVIE) Event Cinemas www.eventcinemas.com.au Various times / Cost / Adult
WEDNESDAY 18
SATURDAY 21 ALOOMBA SCHOOL GANGSTERS, JAZZ & DECADENCE TRIVIA NIGHT Aloomba State School Renee 4056 1132 / 0400 566 171 6.30pm / Cost / Adult
BRING YOUR BABY MOTHER'S DAY (THE MOVIE) Event Cinemas www.eventcinemas.com.au Various times / Cost / Adult
MOVIE NIGHT - FREE POPCORN AND CORDIAL Cazalys kids room www.cazalys.com.au 6.00pm / $2.00 / Kids
THURSDAY 19
WEEKEND FAMILY FLICKS ZOOTOPIA Event Cinemas www.eventcinemas.com.au 10.00am / $6.00 / Family
DRAWING NIGHT Cazalys kids room www.cazalys.com.au 6.00pm / $2.00 / Kids BRINGING UP GREAT KIDS - 4 WEEK WORKSHOP (THURSDAYS) Gordonvale Community Hall
LITTLE LIVES FIRST AID COURSE The Body Mind Breath Centre 0428 656 970 12.30pm / $70.00 / Adult
SUNDAY 22 CONSTRUCTION NIGHT Cazalys kids room www.cazalys.com.au 6.00pm / $2.00 / Kids 2 FEET AND A HEARTBEAT CHARITY WALK Pirate ship playground www.twofeetandaheartbeat.org.au 9.00am / Cost / Family WEEKEND FAMILY FLICKS ZOOTOPIA Event Cinemas www.eventcinemas.com.au 10.00am / $6.00 / Family
MONDAY 23 BRING YOUR BABY FLORENCE FOSTER JENKINS Event Cinemas www.eventcinemas.com.au Various times / Cost / Adult
WEDNESDAY 25 CHICKS AT THE FLICKS - ALICE THROUGH THE LOOKING GLASS Event Cinemas www.eventcinemas.com.au 6.00pm / Cost / Adult BRING YOUR BABY FLORENCE FOSTER JENKINS Event Cinemas www.eventcinemas.com.au Various times / Cost / Adult
THURSDAY 26 TABLE TOP GAMES Cazalys kids room www.cazalys.com.au 6.00pm / $2.00 / Kids
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WHAT'S ON MAY www.cliftonvillage.com.au 10.00am / Donations / Family
FRIDAY 27
BOWLING FUN Cazalys kids room www.cazalys.com.au 6.00pm / $2.00 / Kids
MOVIE NIGHT - FREE POPCORN AND CORDIAL Cazalys kids room www.cazalys.com.au 6.00pm / $2.00 / Kids BRING YOUR BABY - CAPTAIN AMERICA: CIVIL WAR Event Cinemas www.eventcinemas.com.au Various times / Cost / Adult
WEEKEND FAMILY FLICKS KUNG FU PANDA Event Cinemas www.eventcinemas.com.au 10.00am / $6.00 / Family
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SUNDAY 29
AUSTRALIA'S BIGGEST MORNING TEA FAMILY FUN DAY Clifton Village Shopping Centre
ECOFIESTA 2016 Cairns Cruise Liner Terminal www.cairns.qld.gov.au/sustainability 10.00am / Free / Family
NORTHERN PRIDE RUGBY LEAGUE HOME GAME V SOUTHS LOGAN Magpies Barlow Park www.northernpride.com.au 3.00pm / Cost / Family RACE NIGHT Cazalys kids room www.cazalys.com.au 6.00pm / $2.00 / Kids WEEKEND FAMILY FLICKS KUNG FU PANDA Event Cinemas www.eventcinemas.com.au 10.00am / $6.00 / Family TANKS MARKETS Tanks Arts Centre www.tanksartscentre.com 9.00am / Free / Family
MONDAY 30 BRING YOUR BABY - CAPTAIN AMERICA: CIVIL WAR Event Cinemas
www.eventcinemas.com.au Various times / Cost / Adult
TUESDAY 31 LUCKY DUCKS
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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 INDOOR MARKETS DATE Every 2nd Sunday TIME From 7.00am - 12 noon LOCATION Merriland Hall (Robert St) 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
TANKS ART CENTRE MARKETS
DATE 2nd and 4th Sunday of the
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
month (Except December 13/12/15 and 20/12/15)
TIME From 9.00am - 3.00pm
LOCATION Mount Sheridan Plaza PORT DOUGLAS MARKETS
TOLGA MARKETS
DATE Every Sunday
DATE 1st Sunday of the month TIME 7.00am - 12 noon LOCATION Morrow Park Racecourse
LOCATION Anzac Park
THE HANDMADE EXPO
TIME From 8.00am - 2.00pm
RAVENSHOE MARKETS DATE 4th Sunday of the month TIME 8.00am - 12 noon
LOCATION Tumoulin Railway Station
NIGHT MARKETS
RUSTY'S MARKETS
DATE Every Day from 5.00pm - 11.00pm LOCATION 71 - 75 The Esplanade (Opposite the Lagoon)
DATE Every Friday/Saturday TIME 5.00am - 6.00pm DATE Every Sunday
TIME 5.00am - 3.00pm
& 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
TUESDAYS Calligraphy Qigong Yoga - Yoga & Thai Chi Techniques 6.30am, Lagoon Deck Bouldering - Intro to Rock Climbing 5pm, Bouldering Park
WEDNESDAYS Running Start - Intro to Safe Running Techniques 6.30am, Lagoon Café Mumbalates 9.30am, Fogarty Park Beach Volleyball 5.30pm, Volleyball Courts
THURSDAYS Box Fit 6.30am, Fogarty Park Stage
BROTHERS LEAGUES CLUB SUNDAYS Kids Disco’s at Brothers Open to kids aged 3 - 12 years Time: 3.30 - 6.00pm
TRINITY ANGLICAN CHURCH, PROGRESS RD, WHITEROCK 1ST & 3RD SUNDAY Families@5 -Small church service we have craft activities, play games, bible stories, also singing, communion is also offered and colouring in for the children. Then after there is a sausage sizzle with tea, coffee and cold water. For further information please phone Fr. Don or Carolynn Ford on 40511070
CRAFT & SEWING STUDIO 4053 4421 Edge Hill Piccones
KIDS SEWING CLASSES Wed & Thur 3.30 - 5.30pm
PATCHWORK/SEWING CLASSES
Tues 5.30 - 8.30pm Wed 9.30am - 12.30pm Fri 9.30am -12.30pm
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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TEA CUP CARD It’s just not Mother’s Day without a handmade card from your kids. And this tea cup card is a perfect addition to a warm cuppa and a home cooked brekkie in bed. *hint hint* You need: 1 blank card and piece of coloured paper, 1 cut-up egg box, 1 small piece of pipe cleaner, one tea bag, glue, flower shapes or stickers and glitter To make: Assemble your materials on the card. Start by placing the coloured piece of paper on top of your card, followed by the stickers or flower shapes. Bend the pipe cleaner to make a sprout, use the egg carton as your tea cup and top it off with the tea bag. Glue everything in place and add a bit of glitter to really brighten things up. Hints: You can change the design of the card depending on your materials. A garden themed card with flowers is always a pretty idea but you can also go for a celestial theme (with stars, moon and a dark blue card), or beach theme (with starfish, shells and an aqua card) depending on what colours and stickers you have in the craft drawer. Thanks to www.intheplayroom.co.uk For more ideas for Mum, check out our feature on page 16 and our Mother’s Day giveaways on page 48 and 49.
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Crowning Colour Schemes and Decoration Delights Most princess parties will stick to the pink and purple theme but other good colours to incorporate include silver, gold and even a light blue. Make sure you choose napkins, tablecloths, plates, cups, balloons, crèche paper and paper lanterns in your colours of choice.
Princess Squeaker www.ellej.com.au (RRP $16.95)
Crowning centrepieces – place a tiara and wand in the centre of the table for the perfect centrepiece Majestic Lolly Jars – fill baby food jars with pink and purple jelly beans topped with miniature tiaras Add a princess themed bunting to the walls or food table Give each guest their own tiara by gluing a paper crown to the front of a party hat and adding a small amount of clear fabric to the back
Cinderella Cups 8 Pack www.instantpartypacks.com.au (RRP $4.00)
Royal Treats and Sovereign Sweets Princess popcorn – popcorn mixed with red food colouring (or red beet juice if you prefer not to use food colouring) Pink and purple fruit wands – strawberries, pink marshmallows and grapes placed on a kabob stick and topped with a star-shaped slice of watermelon Princess topper cupcakes Waffle cone castles – waffle cones, flipped upside down, topped with princess-themed cake toppers and sitting on a bed of whipped cream
Cinderella Large Plates 8 Pack www.instantpartypacks.com.au (RRP $5.50)
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Jewellery hunt (a treasure hunt in the backyard but with plastic jewels or colourful ‘gems’ from the aquarium shop) Princess bucket or royal ring toss
Dream Dazzlers Princess Dress Up Set www.toysrus.com.au (RRP $29.99)
White Hearts Summer Dolls Dress Etsy store: DebsDollsClothes (RRP $14.00)
Princess Train - Bigjigs www.playmackay.com.au (RRP $35.95)
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FNQ FESTIVALS GUIDE 2016
As we say goodbye to the wet season, it’s time to enjoy all that FNQ has to offer with this line-up of festival fun for the entire family.
MAY PORT DOUGLAS CARNIVALE WHERE: Various locations in Port Douglas WHEN: 12 to 22 May 2016 MORE INFO: www.carnivale.com.au It’s time to party in paradise with the 22nd annual Port Douglas Carnivale – a celebration of the best of Tropical North Queensland from the bounty of the land and sea and abundant fresh produce and ingredients, to talented local artists, musicians, and performers. Running for ten days in May, Carnivale also features plenty of family-friendly activities including the "Wonder of the Tropics" Macrossan Street Parade, Family Beach Day featuring a Kite Festival and Sand Sculpting competitions, live family entertainment, face painting, market stalls and eye-popping life size puppets.
CAIRNS CHILDREN’S FESTIVAL WHERE: Tanks Arts Centre WHEN: 15 May 2016 MORE INFO: www.tanksartscentre.com Erth Dinosaur Zoo join Play School’s Jay Laga’aia to headline this giant one day event chock full of free and ticketed fun to celebrate and support learning, play, curiosity and discovery for children and their families.
CAIRNS ECOFIESTA WHERE: Cruise Line Terminal, Cairns WHEN: 29 May 2016 MORE INFO: www.ecoweek.org.au Free and fun for all ages, The Cairns ECOfiesta, Sunday 29 May is the festival with a difference, celebrating and showcasing our unique natural environment, tropical lifestyle and green economy. The Cairns ECOfiesta features a full day of live music including the amazing Drumming Monkeys, children’s
entertainment, circus performers, projection art, a huge eco-expo, a smorgasbord of festival food and even a licensed bar.
JUNE CAIRNS AIRPORT ADVENTURE FESTIVAL WHERE: Cairns WHEN: 5 June to 13 June 2016 MORE INFO: ap.ironman.com/ triathlon/events/asiapac/multisports/ cairns.aspx#axzz44LgU34rX Get active and ready for adventure with Cairns Airport Adventure Festival. The festival features an event for everyone including Flight Centre Active Travel Ironman 70.3 Cairns, Coral Coast 5150 Triathlon, RRR Mountain Bike Challenge, Great Barrier Reef Ocean Challenge, Quicksilver Reef Swim - Green Island, The Cairns Post Bright Night Run and McDonalds Ironkids Cairns - a triathlon especially for the juniors of the sport!
KURANDA ROOTS FESTIVAL WHERE: Kuranda WHEN: 10 June and 11 June 2016 MORE INFO: www.kurandaroots.com Enjoy an impressive line-up of local and international Blues, Soul and Reggae musicians over two stages and three days.
THE COOKTOWN DISCOVERY FESTIVAL WHERE: Cooktown WHEN: 10 June to 13 June 2016 MORE INFO: www.cooktowndiscoveryfestival.com Discover all that Cooktown has to offer during this three day festival. This is one of Cooktown’s premier events, held on the June long weekend and featuring a mixture of entertainment, art displays and cultural events for the whole family.
JULY TOWNSVILLE SHOW WHERE: Townsville Showgrounds WHEN: 1 July to 4 July 2016 MORE INFO: www.townsvilleshow.com.au Townsville Show opens 5pm Friday night and runs until 10pm on Monday. With sideshow games, showbags, competitions, exhibitions and a demolition derby. The Townsville Show is a favourite among families.
MACKAY FESTIVAL OF ARTS WHERE: MECC WHEN: 8 July to 7 July MORE INFO: www.mackayregion.com/events The Mackay Festival of Arts boasts a 10 day program covering a wide variety of visual arts, music, theatre, family events, food and wine and much more. Expect festival favourites such as the ever popular Wine and Food Day, a bigger and bolder Jazz Brunch, Gourmet Safari food trail, the hottest ticket in town, the Progressive Dinner and many more new events.
MAREEBA RODEO FESTIVAL WHERE: Mareeba WHEN: 2 July to 17 July 2016 MORE INFO: www.mareebarodeo.com.au Experience Australia’s outback cowboy culture with a tropical celebration of all things country. Leading up to the two day rodeo events on 16 July and 17 July, families will love the agricultural show and exhibition, junior cowpokes and Rodeo Queen competition and downtown parade. Get ready for a weekend of Bull Riding, Saddle Bronc, Steer Wrestling, Barrel Race and Breakaway Roping and the bigger and better "Battle of the States: QLD vs NSW".
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CASTROL EDGE TOWNSVILLE 400 WHERE: Townsville Street Circuit WHEN: 8 July to 10 July 2016 MORE INFO: www.v8supercars.com.au Prepare for a weekend in the fast lane with Townsville's biggest event on the 2016 calendar. Book your tickets for three days of fast-paced fun. It is the largest entertainment line-up in the seven-year history of the event, complemented by five on-track categories including V8 Supercars, the debut of the internationally acclaimed Formula 4 Championship, expanded Disney Zone and return of the gigantic Super Top to Reid Park.
CAIRNS INDIGENOUS ART FAIR WHERE: Cairns WHEN: 15 July to 17 July 2016 MORE INFO: www.ciaf.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.
CAIRNS SHOW WHERE: Cairns Showgrounds WHEN: 20 July to 22 July 2016 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.
AUGUST WHITSUNDAY REEF FESTIVAL WHERE: Airlie Beach WHEN: 5 August to 14 August 2016 MORE INFO: www.whitsundayreeffestival.com.au With starlight movies, a fashion show, fireworks, a parade and the hilarious Comedy Gala, the Whitsunday Reef Festival has something for everyone. Kids will love the Telstra Family Fun Day with carnival rides, markets, food stalls and more.
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TASTE PORT DOUGLAS WHERE: Port Douglas WHEN: 12 August to 14 August MORE INFO: www.tasteportdouglas.com A popular festival for foodies, Taste Port Douglas includes celebrity chef dinners, master classes, food trails and a lot of other yummy events to lure food lovers to the North.
TOWNSVILLE CULTURAL FESTIVAL WHERE: James Cook University Grounds, Townsville WHEN: 17 August to 21 August MORE INFO: www.culturalfest.org The Townsville Cultural Festival is a completely not-for-profit festival organised by the Townsville Intercultural Centre. The festival aims to showcase the diversity of Australian music, food, arts and culture, bringing people together in celebration of life itself. Over 100 performing groups will take to the multiple stages, offering everything from folk, blues and hip-hop, to Indigenous Australian music, African drum circles, as well as Latin, Pacific Islander and Middle Eastern dance groups.
TOWNSVILLE TRIATHLON FESTIVAL AND “BIG WEEKEND” WHERE: Townsville WHEN: 19 August to 21 August 2016 MORE INFO: www.townsvilletrifestival.org.au Now in its 14th year, The Townsville Triathlon Festival is expanding for 2016 to include the “Big Weekend” – a weekend of racing, fun and a full festival atmosphere with an array of events and activities to take part in across one massive weekend. The Festival will also offer competitors entertainment options including the opening night ‘Carbs With The Stars’ dinner, the option to go to the North Queensland Cowboys home game on the Saturday night, and post event get together on the Sunday afternoon, as part of the “Big Weekend”.
CAIRNS UKULELE FESTIVAL WHERE: Cairns WHEN: 25 August to 28 August MORE INFO: cairnsukulelefestival.net Feel the tropical vibe with thousands of ukulele players from around the world. The Cairns Ukulele Festival includes events such as Songwriters on the Waterfront, Opening NIght Concert, a Ukulele Mystery Tour, Dinner and Show, Ukulele Building Workshop, Community Concert Day, lots of playing workshops and of course a spectacular Finale Concert.
CAIRNS FESTIVAL WHERE: Cairns WHEN: 26 August to 4 September MORE INFO: www.cairns.qld.gov.au/festival A celebration of the good life in the tropics, this festival features a number of family activities including fireworks, a street parade, a family day, Carnival on Collins and the Cairns Amateurs (for Mum and Dad).
SEPTEMBER CARNIVAL ON COLLINS WHERE: Cairns Botanical Gardens, Tanks Arts Centre and Collins Ave WHEN: Father's Day Sunday (First Sunday in September) MORE INFO: www.tanksartscentre.com Carnival on Collins is a Father's Day tradition in Cairns and the finalé of the annual Cairns Festival. With more than 175 stalls – including plant stalls, lifestyle products, arts and crafts, food and refreshments – three exciting stages of live entertainment and a free Children's Wonderland for the little ones, plus amusement rides, roving entertainers and a coffee retreat for the adults, Carnival on Collins has something for everyone. Set amidst the city's Botanic Gardens cultural precinct and timed to embrace the spring weather, the Carnival continues to be an opportunity for the Cairns community to celebrate who we are and how we live, every Father's Day.
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FOOTBALL F EVE R STORY Jenna Gallina
Dedication, determination and a desire to become the next Lionel Messi drives Cairns’ future football star, 11-year-old George Earwicker. George Earwicker has his sights set on soccer stardom. At 11 years old, the young Cairns local has been playing soccer in and around Cairns since the age of five. What started as a passion passed on by dad, Delmont, has developed into a lifestyle that the entire Earwicker family are actively pursuing. George, who started his football career with the Redlynch Cyclones, now plays for the Stratford Dolphins and attends Jamie Gosling Football Academy regularly. George trains four days a week with games on Saturday around Cairns and Townsville. The centre-midfielder has the motivation, the ball skills and the charisma to make it big. Not only can he navigate around the soccer pitch but he is also a polite, wellspoken and confident 11-year-old who was an absolute pleasure to speak to. JGFA coach, Jamie Gosling couldn’t agree more. “I noticed George straight away at the first clinic I did in Cairns and was instantly impressed... It took me about 2 minutes to realise what a talented player he was,” Jamie tells PakMag. George is a regular member of the FNQ Heat Academy and has been coerver coached from the age of seven. His list of credentials do not end there. George was the Redlynch State College age champion in 2013 and represented Cairns in 2014, 2015 and 2016 in both the Fillipo Mele Carnival and Bomben Carnival. ®
In the past two years he has been invited to play for the Cairns Representative and Regional Queensland Futsal team, the West Ham FC National Academy on the Gold Coast and the Barron River School and Cairns North School teams. Most recently, George headed down to the Sunshine Coast for the Real Madrid Academy and has been selected for the School Peninsular team to participate in the Sate Championships in Brisbane. George started his first year of high school at Cairns High State School enrolled in the Excellence program of Football and plans on taking this passion and turning it into a professional career. “He has so much natural talent and ability and if he keeps improving, keeps enjoying his football and working hard, he could certainly have a big future in the game,” Jamie said. George, who was born in England, but moved to Australia when he was four months old with his mum and dad, clearly brought the English obsession for soccer with him. George tells us that his love of the sport comes from his dad who played in England and that little brother Henry is following in his big brother’s football footsteps. We can’t wait to see what the future holds for Cairns’ soccer sensation.
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She HOME WITH THE BLOCK’S CARO & KINGI Welcome to the future of awesome living spaces for busy mums, welcome to the female equivalent to the man cave.
WELCOME, MUMS, TO THE ALWAYS FANTASTIC SHE-SHED. So what is a She Shed exactly? Essentially, it’s a place where Mum can go to get away and be surrounded by pretty things that promote peace and tranquillity (no Lego pieces, dirty nappies and glitter allowed). Of course, not all homes come with a shed in the back yard that is just begging to be redesigned into a magical mum cave, but if you do happen to have the space (whether in the form of a shed, a spare room or even a section of the garage), then why not claim it as your own? Here’s how to do it:
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Nino Bar Stool www.fantasticfurniture.com.au (RRP $29.00)
Think cool pastels, pretty wall decals, fluffy rugs, cosy cushions, scenty candles
Black Dots 45cm Cushion www.ellej.com.au (RRP $29.95)
Jazz 3 Seater Chaise www.fantasticfurniture.com.au (RRP $799.00)
Akara Blue Bended Cotton Rug www.earlysettler.com.au (RRP $99.00)
Kimbra Round Rug www.fantasticfurniture.com.au (RRP $99.00)
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Sublime Copper Maroq String Light - Battery www.luminouslights.net.au (RRP $29.90)
Cream Cloud Felt Garland www.ellej.com.au (RRP $29.95) Fulham Vintage 5 Light Fan Cieling Lamp www.earlysettler.com.au (RRP $99.00)
and anything else that you see in the homewares section that you love, but know will be damaged the moment you put it in the vicinity of children.
USE YOUR DREAM HOME FOR INSPIRATION. We all want a holiday house, whether in the rainforest, on the beach or on a deserted island. Sure, most of us can’t afford this but you can theme your She Shed to complement this dream with the right décor, such as a hammock, wicker furniture or plenty of green plants.
Small Hex Concrete & Timber Holder www.bespokedesignerliving.bigcartel.com (RRP $25.00)
FILL YOUR SHE SHED WITH ALL THE PRETTY THINGS. This is your special spot so you get to decide what goes in the shed. Think about the things you love, the activities you loved to do (pre kids) and go from there, whether it’s reading, painting, exercising, scrapbooking or drinking hot coffee with no one touching you….
Jazz 3 Seater Chaise www.fantasticfurniture.com.au (RRP $799.00)
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We all strive to reduce our carbon footprint and ensure a greener future. We watch what we buy; we check where we throw our rubbish; and we limit the amount of energy we use at home. But how can we explain to our children just how important it is to protect our environment and make greener choices on a regular basis?
TEACH THEM THE FACTS. Here are some awesome ones to start a conversation: • Recycling one plastic bottle can save enough energy to power a computer for 25 minutes. • The average Australian family of four people produces enough rubbish in one year to completely fill a three-bedroom house from floor to ceiling.
THE FESTIVAL WITH A DIFFERENCE – CAIRNS ECOFIESTA 2016 The Cairns ECOfiesta, Sunday 29 May celebrates and showcases our unique natural environment, tropical lifestyle and green economy.
• Recycling one aluminium can saves enough energy to power your TV for an entire afternoon of cartoons.
GET THEM INVOLVED AT HOME. Create a compost or squirmy worm farm from your kitchen scraps. Give your little ones the responsibility of taking care of the recycling (bringing it out to the curb) and deciding what rubbish goes where. Suggest going for family walks and introduce them to sustainable-themed books, Apps and television programs that can help teach these valuable lessons.
Held on the waterfront at the Cruise Liner Terminal, The Cairns ECOfiesta features a full day of live music, children’s entertainment, circus performers, a huge eco-expo, a smorgasbord of festival food and even a licensed bar - not bad for a festival with free entry.
GET INVOLVED IN SUSTAINABILITY IN YOUR COMMUNITY.
• The Amazing Drumming Monkeys (From Adelaide).
Teach your children the importance of volunteering for their local environment and community, have a family morning out planting trees, visit a community garden or join a neighbourhood Clean Up. There are a range of local community groups that welcome families, why not meet them at the ECOfiesta on 29th May? A lot of these groups will be there including Woree State School, AICE and Girl Guides.
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• The internationally renowned Dreamstate Circus, workshops and an eco performance featuring local kids, brought to you by Cycas Circus. • Instagram fun to win trips for your family to the rainforest and Reef. • Collaborative art and recycled craft projects. • Over 100 stalls showcasing sustainable living, health and wellbeing, local food and community groups.
Check out the website www.ecoweek.org.au for the program.
• Spectacular finale after sunset featuring laser projection, performance art and other surprises.
LEAD BY EXAMPLE.
With free coffee for those who arrive by bike or bus, free pedi-cab transfers from the Esplanade lagoon and free priority parking for those carpooling with three or more, even getting there is a lesson in sustainability.
Active Travel - Can your family ride to your next outing? How about carpooling with other families in your neighbourhood to school in the morning? Even parking the car a few blocks from school to walk together can reduce congestion and provide valuable time to be together. Reduce Waste - Go beyond recycling and preference items with reduced packaging. Consider setting a household challenge of zero plastic bags during ECOweek.
Bring your own water bottle or gold coin donation for a reusable bottle and use the refill stations for free water refills all day.
Local Food - Enjoy the colour and health benefits of fresh, tropical fruit and vegetables. Pick out a quirky fruit at your next trip to the market for curious young minds to try, like a bright yellow rollinia or black sapote. www.pakmag.com.au MAY 2016
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One of the biggest investments we will ever make is home ownership. The great Australian dream is to find our own piece of paradise and mould it into a sanctuary where our families can grow and we can live life to its fullest. Buying that home can also be one of our most confusing moments because there is so much to consider; we need to understand the contract, who does our conveyancing, whether we need to get pre-approval and that’s just the tip of the iceberg... phew! For first time buyers in particular, it is very important to get the right advice before you take the home loan plunge. It is always far easier to make any decision when you are armed with all the facts and information, especially as a home loan is a 20 to 30 year financial commitment. Take your time to consider your options and talk to family, friends, real estate agents or your financial institution. Some tips for home buyers that should be considered during the decision process include: 1. Figure out what you can afford and set a budget. There are lots of handy online calculators available that break down your mortgage into weekly or
monthly repayment amounts and how much you can afford to borrow. 2. Look at any money you owe on credit cards and personal loans. Consider consolidating debt if it will save you money. Remember any existing debt will reduce your borrowing capacity. 3. Get to know the areas you are looking at buying into. Visit open homes to get a feel for the properties on offer and walk or drive around the neighbourhood after dark or at different times of the day. The same principals apply for anyone who currently holds a mortgage on their own home or investment property. If it’s not the best fit for you, the mortgage may be costing you a lot more than you think. With the current interest rates being at their lowest in a long time, now is the perfect time to reach out to your financial institution. There might be a better mortgage option that suits your
current (or future) situation better or a special home loan rate on offer that might be worth switching to. Whether you are a first time buyer or investment guru, it’s worth your while to invest in a financial health check. Come in and see us for an in depth discussion about the process of buying a home or just to get some certainty around your current home loan and financial strategy.
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Meet: Antonietta from Colores Mineral Cosmetics
Founded in 2003, the Colores Mineral Cosmetics range contains pure minerals that have been pulverized and blended to create a variety of products from foundation and concealers to eye shadow, lip products, blush and more. Founder, Antonietta lives in Cairns with her family (three children and husband) and her products are available online at www.colores.com. au as well as through her Cairns location on McLeod Street, Cairns North She tells PakMag that Colores is all about “giving women the ‘feel good, look great’ mentality without the high price tags. What inspired you to start your company? I was frustrated with the sensitivity and allergic reactions I’d get from most brands of cosmetic makeup. At the time I owned a Spa/Beauty Clinic and this was the testing ground for my products. My clients absolutely loved the formula so I decided to run with it and have not looked back. Tell us about your products I love natural products and anything eco-friendly and healthy. Wearing healthy makeup makes me feel fresh and alive, and not weighed down and masked.
Product of the Month: Hector the Tap Protector Most kids love the water but hot water can be incredibly dangerous to little ones. In Australia, approximately 1200 children under 5 years of age are treated in hospital emergency departments each year for scalds. 14 per cent of these scalds are caused by hot tap water. Hector the Tap Protector is a child-safety product designed to ensure this doesn’t happen in your home. An Australian made product that has been designed by Townsville company, Detech Engineering, Hector is a musthave for every household with young children. Their range of Hector the Tap Protector products and their certified quality are bound suit your family’s ‘Hot Water Protection’ needs. Hector the Tap Protector fits over most household taps and are available at www.tapprotector.com.au to purchase your own for around the house.
My makeup formula is amazing as it calms and heals the skin but also gives the perfect coverage. It’s light and can be worn in humid weather, so perfect for FNQ. What is your favourite thing to do in Cairns? We have been in Cairns now for 10 months and love the relaxed lifestyle and beautiful surroundings it offers. We feel like we are on a permanent holiday. I love gardening so in my spare time I love to collect plant species and propagate them. I also love the rainforests, the secret swimming holes, the Botanical Gardens and the Esplanade for night walks with the family.
Fundraiser of the Month: Australia’s Biggest Morning Tea WHERE Clifton Village Shopping Centre WHEN Saturday 28 May, 10.00am to 4.00pm Support the Cancer Council with Australia Biggest Morning Tea – Family Fun Day @ Clifton Village. With face painting, a jumping castle, interactive music show, balloon sculptures and a magic show, the whole family will love this great day out for a good cause. Fundraising activities include a morning tea, raffles and silent auction with the total prize of over $2,800.
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BUSINESS Buzz Event of the Month: CBWC May Luncheon, Speaker Bree James WHEN: Tuesday 10th May 2016 11:30am for a 12:00pm Start WHERE: Shangri-La Hotel, Cairns MORE INFO: www.cbwc.org.au PakMag publisher, Bree James is the powerhouse behind her two companies Grand Publishing & Grand Entertainment and Events. Highly motivated, inspirational, passionate, hilarious and always willing to give it a go, Bree has successfully launched four parenting magazines in the past eight years.
App of the Month: Trello Free from Google Play The ultimate team management software and app, Trello is your sidekick for getting things done and staying organised. With Trello you can create vision boards, add checklists, assign tasks to yourself and to others, reply to comments, attach files and videos and so much more. And, bets of all, Trello is free to use.
Book of the Month: Rebirth of the Salesman AUTHOR: Cian McLoughlin RRP: $11.99 KINDLE WEB: www.trinityperspectives.com.au/rebirthofthesalesman Cian McLoughlin, a 20-year industry veteran and sales thought leader, is the author of the much anticipated book Rebirth of the Salesman. Chock full of war stories, insights and interviews with industry heavyweights, Rebirth of the Salesman provides a fascinating and surprisingly candid perspective on this evolving industry and the implications for business and salespeople globally.
CAIRNS BUSINESS EVENTS CAIRNS CHAMBER OF COMMERCE – MAY BUSINESS LUNCHEON WHEN: 24 May 2016 TIME: 11.30am to 2.15pm WHERE: Pullman Cairns International COST: Non members $79.00, members 59.00 MORE INFO: www.cairnschamber.com.au
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AUSSIE ATMOSPHERE STORY Cherie Hosking Nestled between lush tropical rainforest and the golden sands of beautiful Ellis Beach, Ellis Beach Bar & Grill is literally the picture of perfection for families wanting to enjoy a holidayesque dining experience without the costs or hassle of going away. Open daily for breakfast, lunch and dinner, this is one of the best places in Cairns to experience a fantastic family meal in a laid back eco-friendly atmosphere. Andrew and his amazing team at Ellis Beach Bar & Grill are so welcoming and so accommodating to families. After five years of managing this iconic establishment, Andrew has implemented a number of quality improvements to both the venue and the delicious menu. The extensive menu offers a variety of choice in both the food and drinks department. All dietary requirements are catered for including gluten free, dairy free, vegetarian and nut allergies. Breakfast is served between 8.00am to 11.30am and the menu extends from traditional big breakfast with their own shredded potato cakes, to a delicious Asian breakfast featuring BBQ pork from the smoker on jalapeno and cheddar corn with sauerkraut, two poached eggs, pickled fennel, aioli and “the other
chef” smoky habasco. You must try the Saturday Special - $10 Strawberry Pancakes with your choice of topping. Wow! The kids’ menu caught the eye of my children with names like “Hook Line & Sinker”, “Chicken Run” and “Daisy’s Finest”. All children’s meals are $10 served with side salad and thick crispy chips.
The unique American-inspired Smoked BBQ Menu, brought my husband back to the days of him visiting family in Texas flavoursome, authentic and fresh! We were treated to a tasting plate of their famous steam buns, delicious crispy pork belly, smoked brisket and crispy tofu followed by Buffalo wings, jalapeno poppers (these looked like mini croquets packed with flavours of cheeseburger, tomato relish and aioli) and a BBQ Box with pulled pork, sliced brisket, BBQ chicken, potato salad and coleslaw.
Perfectly paired with a bottle of White Rabbit craft beer, we found even the beverages stuck to the spicy and smoked theme with extensive boutique beers on offer to excite your palette. These sizzling smoky flavours, which extend throughout much of the menu, are also available for purchase in their range of sauces and condiments so you can recreate your own fantastic feast at home. Ellis Beach Bar & Grill prides itself on their sustainability and they are doing their part to reduce their carbon footprint with recycled furniture, a spring water supply, 100 percent LED lighting and even reusable wine bottles transformed into citronella oil holders. From lazy and delicious breakfasts and leisurely lunches to classic cocktails and delightful dinners, Ellis Beach Bar & Grill has it all. The toughest decision to make is whether to go for breakfast, lunch, dinner or all three!
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GETTING OUT & ABOUT With Your Dogs in Cairns STORY Jane Quinn
One thing most residents of Cairns are in agreement with is that Cairns is a great place to get out and about. Whether it's visiting the northern beaches, swimming at the water holes at Crystal Cascades, walking around the Botanical Gardens or enjoying the wet tropics heritage areas, you can be assured that you will not be disappointed with the natural beauty Cairns has to offer. However, for our canine companions most areas are off-limits and it is becoming increasingly harder to find safe, suitable places to allow our dogs the freedom of frolicking off-leash and the opportunity to play with other doggie friends. Off-leash dog areas, or dog parks, provide owners with a safe and secure area where they can gather to exercise and watch their dogs interact with others.
BENEFITS OF DOG PARKS • “A well-exercised dog is a happy, healthy, quiet dog.” Dog parks provide dogs with the space and freedom to run off leash with other dogs, whilst being safely supervised. • A well-socialised dog is less likely to develop behaviour problems such as aggression and excessive barking. • For many people, their dogs are their only companions. For some, going to the dog park gives them a reason to get dressed, go out, socialise with others and play with their dog. Dog parks have been proven to promote physical fitness and improve the mental state of owners. • Dog parks aid the promotion of responsible pet ownership in the community. They provide opportunities for people to chat and share valuable information about pet ownership and can bring people together and create a greater sense of community.
DO'S AND DON’TS – DOG PARK ETIQUETTE • Ensure your pet is up to date with their annual vaccinations, heartworm prevention, and flea and tick treatment and have been wormed in the last three months. • Dogs should also be desexed. • Keep young puppies away from dog parks until they are four months old and have been fully vaccinated. • Scoop your dog’s poop. • Know your pet’s temperament – you can’t predict how other dogs may behave so be sure to consider your dog’s temperament and how they will handle any situations that may arise. • Don’t let your dog rush to new dogs entering the gate. This is confronting and threatening for dogs wanting to enter the park. • Fully supervise and keep control of your dog at all times. • Interrupt your dog’s play to allow calm down time if they are becoming overexcited. • Remove your dog if it appears afraid or begins to show signs of aggression. • Leave special toys at home to avoid problems. • Ensure your dog will have access to water. • Above all else, have fun!
The Cairns area has many off leash areas to choose from. To obtain a list of off leash areas available in our local community, visit our website at www.cairnsvet.com.au
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