PakMag Cairns – November 2015 Issue 101

ISSUE NO. 101 NOV 2015 CAIRNS

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06 Entertainment: Check This Out Hello and welcome to our November edition of PakMag.

08 Feature: Teaching your kids the

Can you believe we are getting so close to Christmas!? It feels like only yesterday I was putting the Christmas tree back in to its box!

We are preparing for Christmas and the summer season with some great Christmas preparation ideas and our feature on the importance of giving, gratitude and charity.

Maths

What else is in store for this month? We’ve got some great tips on helping your child master maths and our travel guide to the perfect family “Baliday.”

Make sure you also check out our great 35 tips on budgeting, just in time for Christmas!

Importance of Giving

11 Education: Tips for Mastering 15 Understanding Orthodontic Care 17 CPL: Being School Ready 18 Sustainable: Rediscover Recycling 21 Health: Slip Slop Slap

Wishing you a great November as the weather heats up and the kids enjoy their final weeks of the school year.

23 Adfresh: Easy Cubes

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

27 Tips for a Healthier Pregnancy

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24 Health Recipes 28 Bump & Bub 31 Whats On 33 Mini Mag 40 Craft Corner: Christmas

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43 Celebrate: Host a Pony Party Net Distribution Per Issue 10,000 CAB Publisher Statement Period ending 30th July 2015

45 Inspiring Child: Braden Plath -

Master of Motocross

47 Budgeting: 35 Ways to Save Money 51 EAT: Mondo Cafe Bar & Grill 53 Christmas Preparation PAKMAG CAIRNS P 4053 3331 F 4053 3350 E admin@pakmag.com.au PO BOX 7433 Cairns QLD 4870 FB facebook.com/PakmagCairns T #pakmag ON THE COVER MODEL Michael, Nicole, Blake and Sienna Vecchia PHOTOGRAPHY Blue Click Photography WEB www.blueclickphotography.com DISCLAIMER No part of this magazine, including the advertisements within it may be reproduced, in part or in whole without the expressed permission of the editor. Whilst the greatest of care is taken to ensure that the information in the magazine is correct at the time of going to press, readers are advised to check details before visiting. The publishers cannot accept responsibility for errors, inaccuracies or omissions.

The expressions expressed within PakMag are not necessarily the views of the publishers, but those of individual writers.

Dashing Designer Sara

Events Extraordinaire Kelly

Darling Designer Clare

Sales Guru Angelina

Grand Poobah Bree

57 What’s News in Business 60 Travel Series: Bali Bliss 62 Home: Injecting Colour 64 Snapped 66 Cairns Vet Clinic

Admin Ace Janelle

Sales Star Cherie

Sales Golden Girl Tammy

Content Captain Jenna

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T U O S I H T K C CHE

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ENTERTAINMENT

Book your Go Bowling Christmas Party WHEN: November and December WHERE: Go Bowling Cairns, 93 Pease Street, Manoora MORE INFO: www.gobowling.com.au or 4053 3497 Looking for a great venue in Cairns to host a Christmas party? Get $100 off with our voucher on page 52. Enjoy a hilarious day of bowling, beverages and platters galore with your co-workers or your friends.

Illusion Impossible Comes to Velvet Underground WHEN: Showing until 19 December

Free Morning Tea and Positive Parenting Workshops

WHERE: Velvet Underground, The Reef Casino MORE INFO: www.ticketlink.com.au or 1300 855 835

WHEN: Tuesday 3 November 9-10:30am and 17 November 9-10:30am WHERE: Dimbulah State School MORE INFO: 0428 980 616 Join other parents at Dimbulah State School for a morning of great conversation, helpful tips on learning games and establishing good bedtime routines based on Triple P Parenting.

The Parenting Workshops are free for parents and carers of children 1-12 years of age and is an initiative of VPG. Morning tea will also be provided.

“ILLUSION IMPOSSIBLE!” is the ONLY nightly casino style illusion show of its kind in Australia! A truly breathtaking spectacle of Las Vegas showgirls and costumes, incredible sound and lighting, and one of Australia’s funniest and most successful magicians – Ben Murphy!

Don’t miss out on a night you’ll never forget.

Impossible fun for all ages. Shows are rated PG, and run every Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday for a STRICTLY limited time only at the Reef Hotel Casino, Cairns.

Celebrate Your Christmas Party in Port Douglas this Year WHEN: November and December WHERE: QT Resort, Port Douglas MORE INFO: www.qtportdouglas.com.au, www.facebook.com/QTPortDouglas or 4099 8900 QT Hotels have a great deal for those looking for a company Christmas party venue.

Celebrate with a stylish BBQ under the northern stars on the Estillo Deck for $35 per person.

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Tanks Christmas Market Day and Kids’ Tanks WHEN: Sunday 29 November 9.00am to 2.00pm WHERE: Tanks Art Centre MORE INFO: www.tanksartcentre.com Enjoy the last market of the year and get a few handmade gifts for friends and family. The Tanks Markets always provide a great morning out with the kids with plenty of fresh foods and juices to taste, live entertainment and more.

Kids First Aid Course WHEN: Saturday 14 November 9.00am to 12.00pm WHERE: Cairns RSL Club, 115-117 Esplanade, Cairns MORE INFO: www.kidsfirstaid.com.au/course-dates Kids First Aid teaches the ‘must do’ actions in a 3-hour course and is a valuable skill for all parents to possess.

The cost for the three-hour course is $85.00 and is a valuable skill for all parents to possess.

LEUKAEMIA FOUNDATION'S Christmas Craft Fair WHEN: Sunday 15 November 9am WHERE: Fred Moule Pavilion, Cairns Showgrounds, Mulgrave Road Cairns MORE INFO: 0478 408 157 It’s just not Christmas without craft! Come along to this year’s Cairns Christmas Craft Fair for a gold coin donation.

There are over 138 stalls of local handmade crafts to choose from for your Christmas gifts or just to decorate your home, plus food, drink and plenty more for the entire family.

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TEACHING YOUR KIDS THE IMPORTANCE OF

Giving

Story Jenna Gallina

The greatest gifts are the ones that you give. But, most children don’t seem to see it this way. Teaching your child about social awareness and giving back will help them grow to be empathetic, compassionate and caring. Research from the Greater Good Science Centre tells us that gratitude actually blocks toxic emotions and allows us to celebrate the present. What’s more, grateful people are more stress-resistant and have a higher sense of self-worth.

The importance of giving is a tough lesson for parents to teach and a tough lesson for children to learn. Here are a few activities that may help: READ ALL ABOUT IT

PARTICIPATE IN SCHOOL DONATION DRIVES

One of my kid’s favourites is the Berenstain Bears Get the Gimmes. Another cute one is The Poky Little Puppy’s First Christmas. After you read the story, talk about what has happened and what the main message is.

It’s so much easier to simply buy the raffle tickets or the chocolate bars your children are selling for their school fundraiser. But don’t do it. Instead, walk around the street with them and help them practice their sales speech. This not only harnesses the importance of giving but also boosts their confidence.

WRITE LETTERS Spend some time writing and delivering letters to those in the community who would appreciate a hand-written card.

VOLUNTEER Participate in the working bees at the school, get involved in a community project or visit those who are less fortunate.

DONATE TOYS AND CLOTHING Ask your children to choose what items to give to Vinnies or another charity. It can be difficult for them to part with certain items but this is such a big step to teaching them the importance of giving.

ADOPT A PET If you are looking into getting a pet, go to the RSPCA or a similar shelter. If you are not ready for a pet, then ask to see if there are any opportunities to volunteer with the kids.

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PLANT TREES IN A COMMUNITY GARDEN Trees are an important part of the ecosystem, and planting one makes a difference in your community for years to come. Make a point of planting trees with your kids and explaining the integral role those trees play in the ecosystem.

GET THEM INVOLVED IN HOUSEHOLD DISTRIBUTION For younger children, start them on the path to kindness by asking them to pass out cake, cookies and other sweets when guests are over. Teaching them to give the guests their plate first is a simple tactic used to explain the concept of sharing and giving.

MAKE GIFT GIVING LISTS Rather than focus on letters to Santa, ask your children to write three lists – one list of items they would like to receive, one list of items they would like to give to family members and one list of items they would like to give to those less fortunate.

START A KINDNESS CHART

BAKE YOUR APPRECIATION

Track your children’s kindness by getting them to record one act of kindness they do once a day. This could be setting the table, letting their little sister choose the television program or helping to feed the pet.

Spend the afternoon baking biscuits with the kids. Rather than eat them up (or freeze them for school snacks), put them in small jars or wrap them in cellophane and give them to neighbours, teachers and others that deserve to be thanked.

ENCOURAGE SHARING & LISTENING AT THE DINNER TABLE Make it a habit of sitting down as a family and everyone sharing a story, a joke, the best and worst part of their day, or anything they want to discuss. Take turns going around the table and stress the importance of listening to each other.

CREATE A GRATITUDE SCRAPBOOK Give your children your camera or smart phone and ask them to take photos of the various things they are grateful for around the house. Print out the photos and paste them into a scrapbook.

USE STICKY NOTES Leave sticky notes for each family member to thank them for something you appreciate.

MAKE A GRATITUDE VIDEO If you have little performers in the house, then they probably already love the camera. Make a thankyou video for someone who has showed kindness or done something nice for your children.

KEEP THE END GOAL IN MIND If the phrase “I want one!” is a common one in your household, then know that you are not alone. Children’s worlds are naturally all about them and it takes time for children to understand that other people matter too.

It can be so frustrating (and slightly embarrassing) trying to teach a child about empathy and kindness but be patient. Try to see it from your child’s perspective - it can be extremely difficult to understand the feelings that often come with watching someone else receive a gift – anger, jealousy, sadness, frustration. Try not to be too hard on your children if they get upset.

Little steps around the house will encourage kindness and help them understand just how important giving and gratitude is for a healthy, happy life.

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EDUCATION

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MATHS STORY Rebecca Harris, Catholic Education Cairns

Maths is everywhere. We use it every day, even if we don’t realise it. Mathematics helps us to understand and describe our world, solve everyday problems, make predictions, develop our abstract reasoning and make better decisions. But, for many kids, a love of maths doesn’t come naturally. Or easily.

Helping your child learn to love maths starts at home. Here is what you can do: Promote a sense of relevance and interest in mathematics.

Make connections between math and everyday life which encourages them to want to use maths.

Taking part in everyday activities like going to the shops, cooking, or even setting the table can help your child with maths. Getting dressed and learning to take turns when playing a game all help your child to understand patterns and shapes, measuring and sorting.

Bring maths into your daily reading routine.

Reading to children is a treasured activity. What better way to integrate mathematics into the lives of children than to read them stories that bring mathematical ideas to life? Children’s books related to mathematics can be separated into four categories: counting books, number books, storybooks and concept books.

Some good ones to consider are Alfie’s Number by Shirley Hughes, One, Two Buckle My Shoe by Melissa Everett, Sorting Through by Spring-Lizann Flatt and What’s a Fraction by Nancy Kelly Allen.

Connect play time with maths.

There are plenty of board games and card games that can help encourage maths but you can also incorporate math lessons in other ways as well.

Play ‘shop’ and count out money. Play ‘builder’ and measure various items around the house.

Children need lots of experiences in making, counting, drawing and talking about numbers. Make connections for your child by explaining how numbers and counting are a part of everyday life.

Think outside the traditional maths lessons.

You may feel that the maths your child is doing at school is different from how you were taught, but you will still be able to support your child in many ways and encourage your child with other ways to solve maths problems.

Giving your child more than one way to solve a problem is highly beneficial to their learning. After all, there is always more than one way to get the right answer.

Encourage them to problem solve.

Problem solving is about engaging with real problems - guessing, discovering, and making sense of mathematics. It is about developing young mathematicians who have an 'understanding of the world, the ability to reason mathematically, an appreciation of the beauty and power of mathematics and a sense of enjoyment and curiosity about the subject'.

You can help them build their problem solving skills without them even realising it. Encourage them to ask questions, to analyse the information they have been given and to look at the various ways to solve the problem.

Focus on their individual journey.

Like reading and writing, maths is something that we are constantly learning and consistently using. Maths today is about understanding number patterns, not learning by repetition.

Avoid comparing your own maths skills with that of your child’s. Saying things like "I was bad as maths too" is one of the worst things you can do as it lowers their own expectations of themselves.

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MATHS AT HOME

WEBSITES STUDYLADDER

MATHLETICS

Studyladder is an online program designed by teachers to help students in several subjects, including maths. Their maths section is filled with thousands of worksheets and homework programs to help improve their maths skills at home.

Mathletics is one of our favourite maths websites. It aligns to the Australian curriculum and features targeted, adaptive and engaging content from Kindergarten to Y12.

www.studyladder.com.au/games/course/mathematics

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Add new excitement to mealtime with these educational and entertaining double-sided, write on, wipe off placemats. These durable activity mats cover a number of maths topics including addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, counting to 100, numbers 1 - 10 and time telling.

This is a fun way to learn simple addition. Help the monkey balance his bananas by hanging an equal number of bananas on each hand to balance the scale! Watch his eyes to see if you are correct. A visually engaging way to introduce number recognition, sorting, counting and basic addition. Ages 4+

Build your child's reading and counting skills with Zingo!

1-2-3. Match numbered spaces on your challenge card with Zingo! 1-2-3 supports early maths learning through counting and pattern recognition.

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ORTHODONTIC CARE

STORY Dr Rhonda Coyne We all know how important it is to regularly see a dentist, not only for adults but for children as well. However, many children will also require an orthodontist to help straighten their teeth and ensure proper jaw alignment.

An orthodontist is a specialist who has undertaken

additional education and training in straightening teeth and choosing the best treatment option specifically for you, or your child.

A general dentist receives broad training across all fields of dentistry; however they are not a specialist in moving teeth. Dentists are often the first to recognise you may have an orthodontic problem.

As part of your dental team, a specialist orthodontist has the ability to align your teeth to help create beautiful smiles – but it is not just about straight teeth.

Orthodontists are the most qualified specialists to plan, create and retain your new smile. Too often patients are led to believe that achieving straight front teeth is what orthodontic treatment is all about.

Not only can orthodontists create an improved smile but one that is harmonious and balanced with an individual's profile.

Although moving teeth seems like a simple process, it is not. Make sure you entrust your/your child's teeth, bite and smile to the most qualified person – a trained and registered specialist orthodontist.

Who can be an orthodontist?

Orthodontists are dentists who have done an additional full time degree at an accredited university to become registered specialists in orthodontics.

Orthodontists in Australia must: • Complete an AHPRA registered general dental degree.

• Have the equivalent of at least two years clinical experience as a dentist.

• Complete an accredited three year full-time university degree in orthodontics.

• Be registered as a specialist orthodontist.

Each patient will respond differently to treatment and without adequate training it is impossible to expect to be able to treat patients safely and end up with results a patient will be happy with.

How can I find an orthodontist?

Go to the Australian Society of Orthodontist web page and follow the prompts to find an AHPRA registered orthodontist in your area.

You do not need a referral to visit an orthodontist. You can find and contact an orthodontist yourself – Simply phone and book an appointment directly!

If you have confidence in your family dentist, they may also recommend you visit a particular orthodontist.

By working together, an orthodontist-dentist partnership can achieve results for patients that cannot be produced when working independently.

All ASO specialists have trained and worked as dentists and are members of the Australian Dental Association.

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IS YOUR CHILD READY

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CPL Is Offering Free Screening Clinics To Get Your Little Learner Ready For School Can you believe it’s almost time for your baby to start school?!

Tissues and first day photos aside, CPL understands what a big milestone this is and can help make sure your little learner is ready for school and completely prepared for the exciting year ahead.

They are offering FREE screening clinics in November and December for children aged 4 and 5 to test for school readiness skills, plus more (and again free!) screening clinics for kids who have just finished Grade 3 who need some skill development that might have become apparent after their first Naplan test.

CPL offers competitive rates for therapy services to the general public including physiotherapy, speech pathology and occupational therapy

What is school readiness? While learning is an important aspect to be ready for, so is the readiness to play and socialise with a range of children. Important to ‘school readiness’ are things like taking part in activities on a daily basis (such as colouring in, dressing, eating, going on an outing) to ensure your child develops skills that will help them learn when they start school.

It’s so important that your child’s teacher is aware of any areas that need extra attention so you can work together to expand those skills in the classroom!

Addressing problems How do you know if your child needs help with school readiness? Your child early leads to better could benefit from CPL’s free screening clinic if they have difficulty with: outcomes. CPL is offering screening • Writing and holding a pencil • Speech and expressing • Posture and coordination in sports clinics to ensure their feelings • Hand eye coordination • Physical endurance and strength your child is starting their learning life • Late talking • Dressing • Low self esteem with confidence. Not • Play skills • Picky and fussy eating • Behaviour addressing problems now could leave your child struggling to keep up with the school curriculum because their foundation skills for learning aren’t in place.

Children can easily become stressed and anxious if they realise they’re not on the same level as their classmates and may face social isolation as a result. With a call to CPL Cairns, you can make sure your child is on track to shine at school!

CPL’s trained therapists will also be running a range of school holiday clinics in January to focus on building school readiness skills (children will need to be screened at CPL’s free clinics before they enter the program.)

For more information about the free screening clinic, you can contact CPL directly on 4041 4544 to make an appointment. For more information about CPL’s children’s therapy services, visit their website at www.cpl.org.au/cairns. CPL Cairns is located at 1/111 Spence Street, Cairns.

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YOU CAN

RECYCLING Story Jenna Gallena Seeing is believing and often the best way for children to learn the ins and outs of recycling is by seeing it in action.

And this is what the Council’s recently upgraded Re-Discovery Centre, located in the Materials Recovery Facility (MRF) in Portsmith, is all about. Uncover the mystery behind what happens to those old juice bottles, the empty margarine containers and the pizza boxes at the council upgraded waste and recycling education complex.

The facility provides a visually stunning adventure for kids and adults with creative and colourful murals, a floor baled of aluminium cans and a couch designed with recycled materials. This is upcycling at its best and it’s in our very own backyard.

There are tours available for educational facilities including primary, high schools TAFE and universities and there are plenty of hands-on activities for the kids. Families are encouraged to talk to their school to arrange a tour. Find out more about the Re-Discovery Centre and book a tour for your school by calling 4044 3044.

DID YOU KNOW KERBSIDE WASTE AND RECYCLING BY NUMBERS

CAIRNS COUNCIL YOUTUBE PAGE

Each year, the council collects 50,000 tonnes of waste and 13,000 tonnes of recycling. There are 70,000 weekly kerbside waste bins collections and 65,000 fortnightly kerbside recycle bin collections.

www.youtube.com/user/CouncilCairns

SUEZ ARRF BY NUMBERS Kerbside general waste (the green lid bins) goes to the Bedminster Facility run by SUEZ where the organic waste is turned into compost material used by regional farms. 50,000 tonnes of waste is received and 25,000 tonnes of compost are then exported.

BUY-BACK BY NUMBERS The buy-back shop receives 500 tonnes of resalable items each year and sees 600 customers per week.

MATERIALS RECOVERY FACILITY BY NUMBERS Each year the MRF receives 13,000 tonnes of recycling, exports 7,000 tonnes to market and diverts 60 per cent of material from landfill.

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RECYCLE RIGHT WEBSITE www.recycleright.cairns.qld.gov.au WHICH BIN PANTRY CARD Go to www.cairns.qld.gov.au for this colourful printable.

CAIRNS REGIONAL COUNCIL FRIDGE MAGNET Get your free fridge magnet at libraries and customer service centres. This is an excellent way to teach your kids how to recycle right.

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RIGHT Recycling is not only good for our environment, but also for the economy. It can create jobs, protect wildlife, reduce waste and pollution, conserve energy and reduce landfill.

Recycling isn’t as complex as you may think and most Australian families only recycle a small fraction of what they are supposed to. A part of it may come down to not actually knowing what can be recycled, what should be binned and what needs to go to the transfer station system.

YELLOW BIN The yellow bin is for recyclable items including: • Aluminium and steel food cans (rinsed out) and takeaway containers • Aerosol, hairspray and insect spray tins • Chocolate and biscuit tins • Glass and plastic bottles (Drink cans, poppers and juice bottles, water bottles, alcohol bottles, jars, sauce bottles etc) • Shampoo, conditioner, mouthwash, detergent and cleaning product bottles • Egg cartons, margarine, butter and yoghurt tubs • Buckets and pot plants • CD jacket covers • Motor oil containers • Wrapping paper, newspapers, magazines, phone books and junk mail • Pizza boxes and cardboard

TRANSFER STATION

GREEN BIN

Hazardous items are reserved for the transfer station. These should not be placed in your bins at home. These should be taken to the transfer station for sorting. This includes:

Your green lid bin is for general waste items including:

• Electrical appliances

• Bottle lids

• Flammable paint tins, acrylic paint and spray paint cans

• Clingwrap, plastic wrap and bubble wrap

• Green garden waste, herbicides, fertiliser and pesticides

• Disposable coffee cups

• Old books, bric-a-brac and toys (in decent condition) • Solvent and motor oil • Compact Flouro Lightbulbs • Household, car and mobile phone batteries

• Aluminium foil • Clothing and fabrics • Waxed cardboard

• Polystyrene and Styrofoam • Plastic bags and dirty nappies • Broken glasses, windows, mirrors and crockery • Household food scraps • Garden hose

• Oil filters, oily water and emulsions • Mobile phones • Car tyres • Medical waste

Paper plates, plastic cups and cutlery leftover from your children’s party? Shred them, and put them underneath your mulch, around the base of your plants and flowers. Paper plates break down after several weeks, and help retain moisture and provide nutrients for your plants.

JUNK MAIL INK CARTRIDGES

BATTERIES

In Australia, about 350 million batteries are purchased every year. Over two thirds of batteries disposed are sent to landfill, making them the most common form of hazardous waste.

Batteries go to the transfer station, not in the bin!

PARTY ITEMS

HOW TO DISPOSE OF Australians throw away more than 18 million printer cartridges every year which amounts to over 5,000 tonnes of material.

There are a number of stores that take ink cartridges including Harvey Norman, Office Works, Dick Smith, JB Hi-Fi, Garricks Camera House and Australia Post outlets.

Over 5.5 million tonnes of paper and cardboard was used in one year, with only 2.5 million tonnes of this recycled. Turns out, you can recycle all junk mail, phone books and even the envelopes in your yellow bin. www.pakmag.com.au NOVEMBER 2015

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HEALTH

+ HEALTH

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+ BRUSHING TEETH TIPS Did you know that a child requires assistance with teeth brushing until the age of 7? My five-year-old and threeyear-old would beg to differ. However, tooth decay is a very serious and very common problem across Australia.

+ Be Skin Care Aware

Nearly half of all six-year-olds experience decay in their baby teeth, according to a recent Australian Institute of Health and Welfare report. And an alarming 57 per cent of Australians are expected to develop tooth decay.

The heat is on, the sun is out and it’s time to slip, slop, slap, especially with National Skin Cancer Awareness Week taking place 15th November to 21st November.

IF YOU HAVE A HARD TIME BRUSHING YOUR CHILD’S TEETH, HERE ARE SOME TIPS TO TRY:

With two in three Australians diagnosed with skin cancer by age 70, all parents need to not only protect themselves from the sun, but their little ones as well. Cancer Council Queensland spokesperson Katie Clift said sunburn was a sign that skin had been significantly damaged.

“In Queensland, even on cooler and cloudier winter days when temperatures are lower, sunburn can still occur in as little as 15 minutes,” Ms Clift said.

“Young Queenslanders need to be more vigilant about staying SunSmart whenever they spend time outdoors – at the beach, the footy, by the pool and at backyard BBQs around this time of year.

BEING SUN SAFE TAKES FIVE STEPS

• Experiment with various flavours of toothpaste. Having a different flavour to choose each day can keep the routine interesting.

• Have a timer set up so they know how long to brush for.

• Try brushing their teeth on the bed. Having them lay down can make it easier to reach those back teeth.

• Sing a song while brushing their teeth. When the song ends, the job is done.

• Take turns – have your child brush your teeth, then you brush his teeth. Then, swap and have him brush his own teeth and you brush your own teeth.

TEPE INTERDENTAL BRUSHES RRP $8.95 AVAILABLE www.oralcare4u.com.au

SLIP on protective clothing SLOP on SPF 30 or above broad-spectrum, water-resistant sunscreen SLAP on a broad-brimmed hat SEEK shade SLIDE on wrap-around sunnies.

Sun protection is required when the UV Index is three and above, which is all year round in Queensland.

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Stay on top of your family’s dental check up with Oral Health Services new centralised booking number!

Call 1300 300 850 for a free dental treatment for children and eligible adults.

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Try them all today - your family will love them!

Sundicators monitor your time in the sun.

Perfect for all outdoor activities - wet or dry sundicators use colour-changing technology to remind you when to reapply sunscreen and when to avoid the sun. Gone is the guesswork - with sundicators you can enjoy your time outdoors and be smarter in the sun!

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EASY CUBES are Causing Quite the Stir

Sometimes a product comes into the market and you can’t help but think, “Why didn’t I think of that?”

This is exactly the case with Adfresh Farms Pty Ltd Easy Cubes, an innovative new product created by local farmers Sebastian and Cyrene Torrisi from Mareeba.

Adfresh Farms Easy Cubes make household cooking fun and easy.

Using specially designed processing equipment the Torrisi’s have created fresh herbs, spices and other cooking condiments into small mess-free, ready to use, frozen pop out cube portions.

Simply pop them into any cooking, marinades, dips, pastas, salad dressings and more. Adfresh Farms Easy Cubes come in garlic, basil, chilli and coriander with plans to expand the range in the future.

“Since the launch of Easy Cubes in late 2014, we have had so much positive feedback from the local community.

We have also had many travellers and campers say they have been using the Easy Cubes, when they head out on their adventures.”

Perhaps the best thing about these innovative little cubes is that they are

grown in our own backyard, on a family-owned fruit and veggie farm 60km outside of Cairns in Mareeba.

“It all began when Cyrene struggled to find Australian garlic in the supermarkets. So we decided to grow our own garlic.” Sebastian tells Pakmag.

“Faced with over supply of fresh garlic, we pureed the garlic, froze it into cubes and placed the cubes into zip lock bags which we stored in the freezer.

Any time Cyrene needed garlic she would simply pop a frozen cube into her cooking. It was so easy!”

And from there, the idea for Easy Cubes was born.

“We are able to process the fresh herbs within two hours from harvest, maintaining the highest quality and freshness.”

This allows us to produce “a 100 per cent natural

product packed with flavour which will lock in the fresh flavour for up to two years in your freezer.”

Easy Cubes are sold in Coles Supermarkets across Cairns and the Tablelands, Cairns Bulk Meats, Jonssons Farm Market, Pease Street Discount Drug store, Atherton Supa IGA, and now Piccones Supa IGA Edmonton and Manoora.

If you’re constantly throwing out herbs after they go off, are tired of spending a fortune on spices and are sick of your kids complaining about your cooking being “boring” (I know I’m not the only one.) then Easy Cubes hold the answer. Once you try them you will see just how easy it is to add flavour, freshness and fun into your cooking.

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PREP TIME 15 mins FREEZE TIME 8 hours SERVES 8 INGREDIENTS 4 cups diced watermelon 1/4 cup fresh lime juice (about 1 - 2 limes) 1 teaspoon lime zest 1/4 cup agave syrup HOW TO MAKE Combine all ingredients in a blender until smooth.

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This is a great quick summer meal, with a refreshing and simple dressing that accompanies lamb perfectly.

PREP TIME 5 mins COOK TIME 10 mins SERVES 4 INGREDIENTS 6 - 8 cuts of lamb such as loin chops 1 cube Adfresh Garlic Easy Cube 1/2 cup natural yoghurt Juice of half lemon 1 - 2 cubes Adfresh Coriander Easy Cubes Salt to taste HOW TO MAKE Using your favourite cut of lamb for the BBQ, such as cutlets or loin chops.

Rub 1 cube of Garlic Easy Cube over 6 - 8 pieces of meat.

If you have time let it rest. Cook on medium heat on bbq for 5 mins and then turn over and cook a further 5 mins (for medium lamb).

While lamb is cooking, prepare your coriander dressing by mixing together 1/2 cup natural yoghurt, juice of half lemon, 1 - 2 cubes Coriander Easy Cubes and salt to taste.

Rest the cooked meat before serving and add a good dollop of dressing on the side.

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HEALTHIER PREGNANCY So, you’re pregnant? Congratulations! Being pregnant is one of the most special times in your life. You are also probably finding yourself thinking more and more about your health and the health of your unborn child. With the abundance of information available these days, it can be confusing.

Firstly, you need to understand what being “healthy” is. Most people think that when you feel ok and can get through your day without feeling unwell, you are healthy. True health is actually determined by your body’s ability to adapt successfully to the stresses of life.

Being pregnant puts your body under a great deal of stress, so it is important to support your body and your unborn child with healthy lifestyle choices. These are my top five tips for a healthier pregnancy.

1. HAVE YOUR SPINE ASSESSED Seeing a chiropractor while you are pregnant (and planning to be) is my number one tip for a healthier pregnancy.

Chiropractors concentrate on your spine so your nervous system is working the best it can, leading to your whole body working optimally. Women tend to accept that the discomfort and pain you feel while pregnant is just something you have to put up with. This is not true. Through chiropractic care, the body is able to better adapt to the stresses of pregnancy, allowing you to feel more comfortable. Also, when your pelvis is in alignment, there will be more room for your body to move and grow.

2. DECREASE STRESS Emotional stress negatively impacts on your health whether you are pregnant or not. When you are stressed there is a cascade of hormonal changes that occur which changes the environment of your body. When you are in a stressed state, your body is not concentrating on growth and healing – which is exactly what you want your body to focus on when you are pregnant.

To bring your body out of a stressed state, five deep breaths concentrating on pushing your tummy out or just five minutes of meditation a day are simple and effective ways to bring your body back into a state supportive of growth and healing.

3. STAY ACTIVE While you are pregnant, it is important you continue to exercise regularly. Even though your body is changing, and you may not be able to do as much as you are used to doing, you must remember that you do need to have a notable level of fitness for birthing your baby and then recovering afterwards. Choose exercises that will not affect your centre of gravity such as walking, swimming or riding a stationary bike. Yoga is also a great option as it allows you to both stretch and strengthen your joints and muscles.

4. EAT SEASONAL, LOCAL, ORGANIC AND WHOLE FOODS As you are probably aware by now, the food you put in your mouth directly affects your health. What supplements you choose to take is very specific to your needs and should be discussed with your personal health care practitioner. Generally speaking, to eat SLOW (Seasonal, Local, Organic and Whole) is the way to go. You want to make sure you are fuelling your body to cope with the stress and changes of pregnancy, and you also want to make sure that the fuel your baby is using to grow is as best as you can provide.

5. REST AND LISTEN TO YOUR BODY Rest is vital for a healthy pregnancy. It is important to rest as much as you feel you need to right from day one, don’t wait until you have a big belly to justify the rest you crave. Every time you allow yourself to rest by sitting or lying down, you are increasing the amount of blood flowing to your baby, giving it the nutrients it needs. You will probably find yourself most comfortable lying on your side with pillows supporting you from the back and front.

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WHAT'S ON NOV SUNDAY 1 BOWL ANY DAY IN NOVEMBER, 2015 AND RECEIVE A "FREE" BOWLING PASS FOR THE 2015/2016 CHRISTMAS SCHOOL HOLIDAYS Go Bowling www.gobowling.com.au Cost / Family THE LAS VEGAS LEGENDS SHOW Clink Theatre, 18 Mowbray St, Port Douglas www.clinktheatre.com.au 7.30pm / Cost / Adult

TUESDAY 3 MELBOURNE CUP LUNCHEON - PONIES & PRAMS Cazalys www.cazalys.com.au 12.00pm / Cost / Family FREE MORNING TEA & POSITIVE PARENTING WORKSHOP Dimbulah State School 0428 980 616 9.00am / Free LEARN TO MEDITATE (Four Week Course) Bookings Required Innate Natural Healing, Sheridan St 0420 504 421 6.00pm / Cost / Adult MELBOURNE CUP DAY HATS & FASCINATORS Cazalys Kids Room www.cazalys.com.au 12pm / Gold Coin / Kids MELBOURNE CUP GARDEN PARTY LUNCHEON

Cazalys www.cazalys.com.au 12.00pm / Cost / Adult

WEDNESDAY 4 CINEBUZZ SENIORS SCREENING - THE DRESSMAKER Event Cairns City www.eventcinemas.com.au 10.00am / Cost / Adult

THURSDAY 5 MINDFUL MUMMA HYPNOBIRTHING ONE DAY WORKSHOP Stratford Community Hall 0420 504 421 9.30am / Cost / Family COLD CHISEL ONE NIGHT STAND TOUR Cairns Convention Centre 1300 855 835 8.00pm / Cost / Adult

FRIDAY 6 SYDNEY TRAVELLING FILM FESTIVAL (Ends 8/11/15) Event Cairns City www.eventcinemas.com.au Various Times / Cost

"Dutchy picks UB40 on Thursday 12th at 7.30pm" MACKILLOP CATHOLIC COLLEGE OPEN DAY 10.00am / Family

SATURDAY 7 $6 WEEKEND FAMILY FLICKS - PIXELS Event Cinemas & BCC Cinemas www.eventcinemas.com.au 10.00am / Cost / Family

FAMILY FUN DAY ON FITZROY ISLAND – KIDS TRAVEL & EAT FREE (Quote: Family Fun Day on Fitzroy Promotion) Fitzroy Island 4044 6700 Cost / Family

DENISE DRYSDALE Clink Theatre - 18 Mowbray St, Port Douglas www.clinktheatre.com.au 7.30pm / Cost / Adult

MONDAY 9

NIKKI THE CLOWN FACEPAINTING Trinity Beach Tavern 0408 183 032 5.30pm / Family

BRING YOUR BABY SESSION BRIDGE OF SPIES Event Cinemas & BCC Cinemas www.eventcinemas.com.au 10.30am / Cost

COMMUNITY OPEN DAY Buy-Back Shop Portsmith Transfer Station Cairns Council 10.00am/ Family

WEDNESDAY 11

FREE ENTRY TO THE GALLERY Cairns Regional Gallery www.cairnsregionalgallery.com.au 10.00am / Free CHRISTMAS CRAFT ACTIVITY JEWELLERY MAKING Craft and Sewing Studio enquiries@craftnsewing.com.au 9.30am / Cost / Kids / Adult

SUNDAY 8

BRING YOUR BABY SESSIONBRIDGE OF SPIES Event Cinemas & BCC Cinemas www.eventcinemas.com.au 10.30am / Cost

$6 WEEKEND FAMILY FLICKS - PIXELS Event Cinemas & BCC Cinemas www.eventcinemas.com.au 10.00am / Cost / Family

MAREEBA LEAGUES CLUB Barbary Coasters 0408 183 032 7.00pm / Family

HANDMADE MARKET EXPO Fred Moule Pavillion, Cairns Showgrounds www.thehandmadeexpo.com.au 9.00am / Free / Family

REMEMBRANCE DAY Lest We Forget CINEBUZZ ADVANCE SCREENING - SPECTRE Event Cairns www.eventcinemas.com.au 6.30pm / Cost / Adult BRING YOUR BABY SESSIONBRIDGE OF SPIES Event Cinemas & BCC Cinemas www.eventcinemas.com.au 12.30pm / Cost

THURSDAY 12 UB40 Brothers Leagues Club Cairns www.brotherscairns.com.au 7.30pm / Cost / Adult

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WHAT'S ON NOV FRIDAY 13 BRING YOUR BABY SESSION - BURNT Event Cinemas & BCC Cinemas www.eventcinemas.com.au 10.30am / Cost CAIRNS TAIPANS VS MELBOURNE UNITED Cairns Convention Centre www.taipans.com.au 6.30pm / Cost / Family

SATURDAY 14 DANCESCAPES ANNUAL CONCERT - POLKA DOT CIRCUS Cairns Civic Theatre jv@dancescapes.com.au 2.00pm / Cost / Family SANTA PHOTOS Cairns Central (till 24th Dec) www.cairnscentral.com.au 9.00am / Cost / Family DANCESCAPES ANNUAL CONCERT - POLKA DOT CIRCUS Cairns Civic Theatre jv@dancescapes.com.au 7.30pm / Cost / Family $6 WEEKEND FAMILY FLICKS BLINKY BILL Event Cinemas & BCC Cinemas www.eventcinemas.com.au 10.00am / Cost / Family NIKKI THE CLOWN FACEPAINTING Smithfield Tavern 0408 183032 5.30pm / Family

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$6 WEEKEND FAMILY FLICKS BLINKY BILL Event Cinemas & BCC Cinemas www.eventcinemas.com.au 10.00am / Cost / Family LEUKAEMIA CHRISTMAS CRAFT FAIR Fred Moule Pavillion, Cairns Showgrounds ajarrett@leukaemia.org.au 9.00am / Gold Coin / Family

MONDAY 16 BRING YOUR BABY SESSION - BURNT Event Cinemas & BCC Cinemas www.eventcinemas.com.au 10.30am / Cost

TUESDAY 17

"Mark picks Cairns Taipans Vs Melbourne United on Friday 13th at 6.30pm" www.eventcinemas.com.au 10.30am / Cost BASKETBALL AFTER DARK (open to yr 6 and up) PCYC Edmonton www.pcyc.org.au 6.00pm / Free / Kids EXHIBITION OPENING - HIROMI TANGO, ART MAGIC: THE CLIMBING TREE Cairns Regional Gallery shop@cairnsregionalgallery.com.au 6.00pm / Free

SATURDAY 21 $6 WEEKEND FAMILY FLICKS ODDBALL Event Cinemas & BCC Cinemas www.eventcinemas.com.au 10.00am / Cost / Family

POSITIVE PARENTING WORKSHOP Dimbulah State School 0428 980 616 9.00am / Free

MOVIE NIGHT - FREE POPCORN & CORDIAL Cazalys Kids Room www.cazalys.com.au 6.30pm / Gold Coin / Kids

WEDNESDAY 18

NIKKI THE CLOWN FACEPAINTING Trinity Beach Tavern 0408 183032 5.30pm / Family

CINEBUZZ SENIORS SCREENING - SPECTRE Event Cinemas Cairns City www.eventcinemas.com.au 10.00am / Cost / Adult BRING YOUR BABY SESSION - BURNT Event Cinemas & BCC Cinemas www.eventcinemas.com.au 12.30pm / Cost

FRIDAY 20 BRING YOUR BABY SESSION THE DRESSMAKER Event Cinemas & BCC Cinemas

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CHRISTMAS CRAFT ACTIVITY CARDMAKING Craft and Sewing Studio enquiries@craftnsewing.com.au 9.30am / Cost / Kids / Adult

SUNDAY 22 $6 WEEKEND FAMILY FLICKS ODDBALL Event Cinemas & BCC Cinemas www.eventcinemas.com.au 10.00am / Cost / Family

FAMILY FUN DAY ON FITZROY ISLAND – KIDS TRAVEL & EAT FREE (Quote: Family Fun Day on Fitzroy Promotion) Fitzroy Island 4044 6700 Cost / Family CAIRNS CRUISING YACHT SQUADRON Barbary Coasters 0408 183032 1.00pm / Family

MONDAY 23 BRING YOUR BABY SESSION THE DRESSMAKER Event Cinemas & BCC Cinemas www.eventcinemas.com.au 10.30am / Cost

WEDNESDAY 25 BRING YOUR BABY SESSION THE DRESSMAKER Event Cinemas & BCC Cinemas www.eventcinemas.com.au 12.30pm / Cost

THURSDAY 26 MOVIE NIGHT - FREE POPCORN & CORDIAL Cazalys Kids Room www.cazalys.com.au 6.30pm / Gold Coin / Kids WHAT'S ON GUIDE CONTINUES ON PAGE 37

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WHAT'S ON NOV

"Juanita picks Christmas Craft Activity on Saturday 28 at 9.30am"

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SATURDAY 28

BRING YOUR BABY SESSION SPECTRE Event Cinemas & BCC Cinemas www.eventcinemas.com.au 10.30am / Cost

$6 WEEKEND FAMILY FLICKS - PAN 2D Event Cinemas & BCC Cinemas www.eventcinemas.com.au 10.00am / Cost / Family

CHRISTMAS CRAFT ACTIVITY Craft and Sewing Studio enquiries@craftnsewing.com.au 9.30am / Cost / Kids / Adult

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

BLUE LIGHT DISCO (open to all Primary students) PCYC Edmonton www.pcyc.org.au 6.00pm / Cost / Kids

SUNDAY 29

EXHIBITION OPENING ARTNOW FNQ Cairns Regional Gallery shop@cairnsregionalgallery.com.au 6.00pm / Free

NIKKI THE CLOWN FACEPAINTING Smithfield Tavern 0408 183032 5.30pm / Family

Tanks Art Centre www.tanksartcentre.com 9.00am / Family $6 WEEKEND FAMILY FLICKS - PAN 2D Event Cinemas & BCC Cinemas www.eventcinemas.com.au 10.00am / Cost / Family

MONDAY 30

MINDFUL MUMMA HYPNOBIRTHING ONE DAY WORKSHOP Statford Community Hall 0420 504 421 9.30am / Cost / Family

BRING YOUR BABY SESSION SPECTRE Event Cinemas & BCC Cinemas www.eventcinemas.com.au 10.30am / Cost

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REGULAR MARKETS ATHERTON MARKETS DATE First Saturday of the month TIME From 7am to 12 noon LOCATION Platypus Park, Herberton Road, Atherton ESPLANADE MARKETS DATE Every Saturday TIME From 8am to 4pm LOCATION Lagoon, Cairns HERBERTON MARKETS DATE Monthly every third Sunday TIME From 7.00am to noon LOCATION Wondecla Sports Ground

HOLLOWAYS BEACH MARKETS DATE 2nd Sunday of the month LOCATION Holloways Beach Foreshore INDOOR MARKETS DATE Every 2nd Sunday TIME From 7am to 12pm LOCATION Merriland Hall (Robert St) LIONS CLUB, ATHERTON YUNGABURRA DATE 4th Saturday of the month TIME From 7.30am to 12.30pm LOCATION Bruce Jones Park Yungaburra MALANDA MARKETS DATE Every 3rd Saturday of the month TIME From 7.30 - 12.30pm LOCATION Malanda Showgrounds (opposite Jack May Park) NIGHT MARKETS DATE Every Day from 5pm to 11pm LOCATION 71-75 The Esplanade (Opposite the Lagoon)

MOUNT SHERIDAN PLAZA MARKETS DATE 2nd and 4th Sunday of the month (Except December 13/12/15 and 20/12/15) TIME From 9am to 3pm LOCATION Mount Sheridan Plaza PORT DOUGLAS MARKETS DATE Every Sunday TIME From 8am to 2pm LOCATION Anzac Park RAVENSHOE MARKETS DATE 4th Sunday of the month TIME 8am to 12noon LOCATION Tumoulin Railway Station RUSTY'S MARKETS DATE Every Friday/Saturday TIME 5am to 6pm DATE Every Sunday TIME 5am to 3pm

TANKS ART CENTRE MARKETS DATE Last Sunday of the month (April to November excluding August) TIME From 9am to 2pm LOCATION Tanks Art Centre, Collins Avenue, Edge Hill TOLGA MARKETS DATE 1st Sunday of the month TIME 7am to 12noon LOCATION Morrow Park Racecourse

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Regular EVENTS

Monday General Bowling, 12.00pm - 8.30pm Friday, Saturday General Bowling, 9.00am - 11.00pm Sunday General Bowling, 10.00am start

FREE FITNESS ON THE ESPLANADE

MON, TUE, THUR, FRI

MONDAYS Seniors Steady Steps 9.30am, Fogarty Park Fitness Playground - Green Gym Circuit 5.30pm, Lagoon Café

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

WEDNESDAYS

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

INFLATABLE KINGDOM SCHOOL HOLIDAYS: EVERYDAY Time: 9.00am - 4.00pm Cairns Indoor Sports, Mayers St, Manunda

SCHOOL TERM: WEEKENDS & PUBLIC HOLIDAYS Time: 9.00am - 4.00pm Cairns Indoor Sports, Mayers St, Manunda

INFLATABLE KINGDOM FOR TINY TOTS WEEKENDS Time: 9.00am - 4.00pm Cairns Indoor Sports, Mayers St, Manunda

SCHOOL TERM: MON, TUE, THUR, FRI Time: 9.00am - 12.00pm Cairns Indoor Sports, Mayers St, Manunda

CAZALYS KIDS CLUB THUR, FRI 6.00 - 9.00pm

SAT, SUN 12.00 - 2.00pm & 6.00 - 9.00pm

GO BOWLING VARIOUS DAYS Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday General Bowling, 9.00am - 10.00pm

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Tiny Tots Time/Cost: (During school term) 9.00am - 12.00pm, $7

THURSDAYS

TUESDAYS Time: 5.30pm, Family Entertainment

EVERY NIGHT

CAIRNS INDOOR SPORTS

In2Soccer (Term Times - 3+ Years) Time/Cost: 4.15pm, from $40 (10 wks)

MONDO CAFÉ BAR & GRILL

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

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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

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 Zumba Fitness 5.30pm, Fogarty Park Stage

KIDS SEWING CLASSES Wed & Thur 3.30 - 5.30pm

PATCHWORK/SEWING CLASSES

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

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

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BEADING CLASSES Thur 10.00 - 11.30am

READY STEADY GO KIDS SATURDAYS 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

BROTHERS LEAGUES CLUB SUNDAYS

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

UNITING CARE COMMUNITY SUPPORT SERVICE WEDNESDAYS 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

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Keeping little hands busy.

Getting crafty and creative.

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Dated wooly sweaters Gift boxes of various sizes Scissors Bows

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An clever upcycling project (and an excuse to buy some more clothes for the closet).

A Sunday afternoon craft.

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PONY PARTY Whether you celebrate the Melbourne Cup with a fun day at the races or prefer to place a quiet bet from the comfort of home, get into the racing season spirit by hosting your own Melbourne Cup for the little jockeys racing around your backyard.

Get the kiddies to put on their finest frocks, baby bow ties or checkered shirts and prepare for an afternoon of horse-tastic fun!

Here are some ideas for hosting your own horse-themed party that both kids and adults will jump over.

Not celebrating the Melbourne Cup this year? Save these ideas for the other racing events throughout the year, including the Cairns Amateurs and Cairns Cup! DECORATING WITH FLAIR

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• Make a banner using first, second and third place ribbons

• Carrots served on a bed of lettuce (grass)

• Pick up a horse piñata and let the kids take turns trying to break through.

Use chocolate gold coins as the prize

• Add a splash of colour to the table with checkered placemats or serviettes • Serve food out of mini trophies • Add coloured bows to the back of chairs

• Mini horse cheese and crackers: use a horse cookie cutter to cut out horse cheese, crackers or mini sandwiches • Green (grass) jelly

• Cover all tables with hay

• Hat shaped cake pops

• Use coloured tassels to hang on the corners of each table

• Mini stiletto bickies

• Cut out stencils of horses and glue them to frilly white dollies to place under the food

Handmade icing decorations above available at Icingbits. www.icingbits.com

• Jockey Cakes: Cupcakes topped with a checkered flag

• Top off the décor with plenty of colourful red, yellow and green crepe paper, paper lanterns and horse-themed balloons • If you happen to have the Farm Duplo set lying around in your toy room, use the white pickets to fence off the food platters. Or, make your own by painting paddle-pop sticks white

• Horse shoe pizza bites: roll puff pastry into the shape of mini horse shoes and fill with pizza sauce and cheese • Hay stacks: rice bubble treats wrapped in red liquorice • Fine finger food such as mini quiche, sausage and cheese puffs and smoked salmon rolls

• Purchase a large set of miniature horse animals and hide them around the backyard. Get the kiddies to go on a scavenger hunt and see how many horses they can find amongst the rocks, trees and garden beds.

• Play Pin the Ribbon on the Horse • Set up a game of Horse Shoes • Get crafty and set up a station where the kids can decorate their own hats.

Make the hat template out of card and pick up some glitter, feather, felt and other scraps • Host a fashions on the field with guests • Create a Dress the Jockey relay race • Host a Hobby Horse race • Play musical horses *Make sure you have Watch Me Whip/Watch Me Nae Nae on the song list

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Master of Motocross STORY Jenna Gallina Most nine year olds are happy to spend their weekends at home playing with mates, attending birthday parties and helping Mum and Dad with the chores.

But for Cairns motocross rider, Braden Plath, weekends are often spent racing his 50cc or 65cc KTM at speeds up to 65 kilometres an hour and flying over 20 metre jumps.

And, for Braden and the entire Plath family, they wouldn’t have it any other way.

Braden joined the Cairns Motorcycle Club three years ago when he was six years old after watching the Crusty Demons.

Since then he has taken home a number of titles including 2nd in the National Junior MX Titles in 2014, 1st in the TNQ Titles in 2014, 1st in the Queensland State Titles in 2015 and 1st in the TNQ Titles in 2015.

Recently Braden and his family, including mum Lea, dad Damian and

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brothers Matthew, 11 and Riley, 6, travelled to Bunbury, WA for Braden to compete in the Australian Titles where our local superstar placed 4th.

In addition to competing in motocross events across the state and even the country six months of the year, Braden also enjoys wakeboarding and playing FUTSAL. Braden’s brothers also participate in sport and Lea and Damian own a local business as well.

For the Plath family, being busy is the norm. The family often spend the weekends on the road travelling to Mareeba, Tully, Ravenshoe and beyond for races.

“It is very family orientated,” Lea explains. “We spend weekends camping for events and at the end for the race, we sit back and relax with the other families.”

Braden receives assistance from a number of local companies including Ray White Real Estate, Parramatta Service Centre and Wayne Leonards Motorcycles. There is a lot of safety gear including clothes, boots, neck braces, knee braces, helmets, goggles and gloves. Braden rides both a 50cc and 65cc KTM and usually trains at least once or twice a week during the race season.

So what drives Braden’s passion for motocross?

“You get to go really fast!” he tells PakMag excitedly. And while he has

taken a few spills, the sport definitely comes with excitement and its share of ups and downs. The young daredevil reaches intense speeds of 65 kilometres an hour on his bike.

Yes, it may take a village of support in terms of mechanics, logistics and equipment, but it’s all too clear from watching Braden’s eyes light up when he talks about motocross, that it is more than worth it.

“I would highly recommend it,” Lea adds. “It may not just be a sport; it’s a lifestyle. But it’s a fun one at that.”

For anyone with children interested in motocross, the Cairns Motorcycle Club is your first stop. It has been in operation for over 10 years and the club hosts races throughout the year at its Edmonton track as well as other locations in the Far North area. You can find our more through the Cairns MX Club Facebook Page or email cairnsmx@gmail.com.

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BUDGETING

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SIMPLE WAYS (JUST IN TIME FOR CHRISTMAS) Wouldn’t it be great if you had an extra few hundred dollars given to you for the holiday season? Take money matters into your own hands with these simple ways to save and make money.

AROUND THE HOUSE

1. Start a loose change jar - At

the end of each week, everyone in the household dumps their loose change from their wallets, pockets and purses into the jar. Make this your “fun jar.”

2. Start a weekly saving box -

We did this last year and it worked wonderfully – for each week of the year, add that amount in dollars to their savings box. For example, week one, add one dollar, week 30, add 30 dollars and week 52, add 52 dollars.

In one year, you will have a grand total of $1729!

3. Get visual – Keep track of

your spending with spreadsheets, planners, vision boards or anything else that works for you.

4. Divvy up the money – For

some families, using envelopes and divvying up the funds to keep track of each expense can help ensure you do not go over each month.

5. Use the 30-day rule – Avoid IN THE KITCHEN

Story Jenna Gallina impulse buys by sticking to the 30-day spending rule. If you see something you love, give it a month.

If you still need it one month later, then buy it. More likely than not, the impulse to buy the item will be gone by the end of the month.

10. Go second hand – Op

6. Save and spend – Anytime

supplies – Swap the expensive cleaners for baking soda, warm water and white vinegar.

you spend money on something indulgent, from a new pair of shoes to a coffee, add the same amount to a savings jar.

7. Be energy efficient – Turn

lights off, reduce your shower times and reuse your bath water *Check out www.pakmag.com.au for more energy efficient tips.

shopping isn’t for everyone but you can find some amazing deals on clothing, toys and other household items.

11. Make your own cleaning 12. Swap babysitting with

neighbours – Babysitters are a killer when it comes to your budget. Start a neighbourhood babysitting system where you rotate with the other parents on your street.

8. Start your own garden – This

will cut down on the costs of some of your fruits and veggies.

9. Declutter – This helps you find

items that you thought you have lost and ensures you are not buying items you don’t need.

13. Stay away from takeaway –

It’s hard, I know... but reducing your weekly reliance on takeaway can save you $200 or more per month!

14. Freezer cook – Meal planning and freezer cooking is one of the easiest ways to save money on groceries and takeaway as well as save time in the kitchen.

15. Ditch one luxury each month

– Swap your monthly hair appointments to every second month. Spread out your weekly spray tan to once every month.

16. Go Meat-free on Mondays – Plan a weekly meal that doesn’t

involve meat. We spend about $10

on meat per family meal so swapping for more affordable veggies, lentils or beans can help.

17. Make lunches in advance – Pack all lunches the night before in case you wake up late. This avoids visits to the local café, pie van and tuck shop for the kids.

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SIMPLE WAYS

ON ENTERTAINMENT

18. Consider Netflix – Starting

20. Think outside the toy box

19. Set a limit on entertainment

21. Entertain rather than go out

at $9 per month and you get a whole slew of movies, shows and kids entertainment. If you’re a movie watcher, then this is a great way to save on your weekly movie nights. for the children – Our limit is $30 an hour. If an activity costs more than this, then it’s a no-go.

– Look for ways to entertain the children that are completely free – from making things out of cardboard boxes to looking for fairies in the backyard.

– This saves you a fortune on public transport and meal costs. Ask your guests to bring a plate each.

WHEN OUT AND ABOUT

22. Bring your own coffee –

24. Buy in bulk – It may cost more up front but it

23. Carry water and a small

25. Always bring a shopping list – And stick to it!

26. Go Homebrand – In many instances, you

Invest in a coffee mug and avoid stopping on your way to work or out for the day. snack – No need to stop at the nearest servo if you are running errands and feel too hungry or thirsty to wait until you are back home.

will save you a small fortune down the road.

won’t even notice the difference in taste and quality (only in your bank account).

27. Pack food for road trips – And avoid the, “Mum, I‘m hungry, can we stop at Maccas?”

WITH YOUR FINANCES

28. Save your credit cards for

special occasions – Or even better, use a debit credit card so you are only spending money you have.

29. Switch to digital – Many

companies charge a fee for printed versions of your bill. Make the switch to email and you could save a few dollars each month.

WHEN GIFT GIVING

30. Always ask for better

– Make it a habit of contacting your bank and requesting better interest rates every six months or so.

31. Get to know the EFTPOS machines – Stick to your own banks’ machines and avoid a $3 charge per transaction. Even if

32. Make gifts whenever

you can – Homemade isn’t just more affordable but also so much more personal.

33. Swap gifts for vouchers –

Rather than buying your partner a Valentines, Anniversary and Birthday gift each year, make a pact to give vouchers for free services instead… for example, a voucher to ten back massages.

34. Buy birthday presents

during the toy sales – We probably

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you are withdrawing money from a competitors machine twice a month, this adds up to close to $70 in one year.

go to around 20 birthday parties for other children every year. This adds up to a lot in presents. Look for gifts that are suitable for your children’s age group of friends and buy when these items are half off or heavily discounted. And then make sure you hide them from your own children.

35. Get the kids to make

birthday cards – Avoid buying the

$5 Hallmark card and get your kids to make their own cards instead.

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Seven Days of Specials at

Mondo Café BAR AND Grill Mondo is a local family favourite and it’s easy to see why – the view of the Trinity inlet is stunning, the food is sensational, the atmosphere is laid-back and there are plenty of fun things for the entire family every day of the week.

Whether you are looking for great place for a date night, a meal out with friends or a night out of the kitchen with family, come and explore all that Mondo has to offer.

DhaRshi Curry Mondays One of the many specialities as Mondo in their curries. Come and enjoy Dharshi’s incredible curries plus a glass of wine.

Fajita Wednesdays Our family go to Mondo a lot and the fajitas are definitely my favourite.

Why? Because you get everything you could ever want – salsa, sour cream, guacamole, capsicum, chicken and/or beef and, on Wednesdays, for only $16.50.

Unplugged Fridays Nothing beats spending the late afternoon and evening listening to live local talent and this is exactly what you get on Unplugged Fridays. There are different singers every week that promises to deliver a relaxing end to the week.

Family Fun Tuesdays Every Tuesday is the Terry Doyle Family Fun Show. Not only can you enjoy a bit of entertainment for the kids, but they are also invited to get up and participate.

Terry Doyle SINGER SONGWRITERS Thursdays Terry Doyle is back showcasing local singers performing their original songs.

Cocktail & Mocktail Saturdays Enjoy mocktail and cocktail specials on Saturdays, paired with some of their signature dishes like their antipasto plate and Cajun calamari.

All Day Dining Sundays Enjoy a late lunch or an early dinner with all day dining every Sunday.

Mondo Grill and Café is located at 34 Esplanade at the Hilton Cairns. Check them out at www.cairns.hilton.com, like them on Facebook at www.facebook.com/Mondo.Cairns or call 4052 6780.

& Why We Love Mondo Café BAR AND Grill & Sizzling menu selection & Locally sourced and fresh ingredients used in weekly specials supporting local suppliers & Al fresco and indoor dining options & Live entertainment for kids and adults & Beautiful views of the inlet & Child-friendly meals and family favourites

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It’s almost time for Christmas which means is almost time to start thinking about treats, sweets and gift giving ideas. Take the stress out of the December rush by creating a few homemade gifts and freezer foods this month instead. And stay tuned for some more great Christmas ideas, gifts and recipes next month!

H O M E M A D E GI F T I D E A S CANDLE TEA CUPS How cute are these? If you have old candles, cute teacups, a glue gun and a few other bits and bobs around the house, then you’ve got the makings for these adorable upcycled tea cup candles, a great handmade gift for teachers, neighbours and family members. Thanks to Everything Fab www.everythingfab.com

B U B B L E B AT H Nothing says ‘Merry Christmas, have a relaxing day’ quite like bubble bath. And making your own gives it such a beautiful, personal touch.

You can make your own bubble bath with unscented dish soap, liquid glycerine, water and essential oil. Add the ingredients into a mason jar, tie a ribbon around it and you’ve got another relaxing homemade gift to add to the gift giving pile. Thanks to Blog 25. blog.freepeople.com

B R E A D I N A JA R This is such a cute and clever gift idea! Simply layer the dry ingredients, stir in the wet ingredients and place the bread dough into a milk jar. All that is left is to take the ingredients out of the jar and bake it! Thanks to Sunset. www.sunset.com

VA N I L L A E X T R A C T Vanilla extract smells delicious and is a great staple to keep in your baking cupboard. Making your own is actually quite simple and, with a bit of ribbon and a nice jar, you can easily give these as gifts, perfect for a Secret Santa present, for your in-laws or for anyone who loves to bake. Thanks to Not Quite Nigella. www.notquitenigella.com

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FESTIVE FOOD PREP C H O C X-M A S P U D D I N G It’s just not Christmas without pudding! And if you’re not a huge fan of traditional fruitcake, then this chocolate version may be more your style! You can make a whole big batch before Christmas to serve to guests or give as gifts.

Thanks to Good Food. www.goodfood.com.au

F I G JA M If you’ve got figs, sugar, lemon juice and cinnamon, then you can make this festive and seasonal jam, perfect for Christmas morning or as a small gift. Thanks to DIY Ready. http://diyready.com

GI N GE R B R E A D This is one of our favourite Christmas prep traditions – make gingerbread men with the kids and then decorate with plenty of mini choc chips, M&M’s, sprinkles and frosting.

F U N RU M B A L L S Merry Christmas Balls! They are the best balls out there and the good thing about rum balls is that you can make a whole big batch (eat half of them) and then freeze the rest for later. Pop a few in a little gift box or wrap in cellophane for another great gift idea.

Thanks to The Clean Dish. www.thecleandish.com

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Book your pets into accommodation early if you are going away.

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Get your kids thinking about what they want to give to those for Christmas rather than just receive.

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Make sure you have your passports and all travel arrangements up to date.

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Freeze some cooked meals for when you don’t have the time to cook.

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Start a savings account for extra food and drink costs for the Christmas season.

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Make a calendar of upcoming events – and organise a babysitter for the kid-free nights.

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De-clutter the guest room and make space for the extra gifts.

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Give the house a good clean, especially if you are hosting a Christmas party.

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Purchase your gift wrap, cards and or make your own.

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Create a Christmas gift spreadsheet so you have an idea of what you need and your budget

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WHAt's NEWS in Business MEET: Nicole and Michael Dalla Vecchia

Michael and Nicole Dalla Vecchia are the pastors at City Church in Edge Hill where they focus on helping others in as many ways as possible.

Come and see what City Church and the Dalla Vecchia’s have in store for the festive season and learn how you can get involved.

Tell us about your family and kids: We have two children, Blake, 7 and Sienna, 5, who both attend Freshwater Christian College. We also have the best dog on earth named Boof and we live in Redlynch Rise.

Tell us about City Church: City Church is a family-friendly church where everyone is welcome and accepted. We believe a church is not a building but it is the people.

We also believe in getting outside the four walls into the community.

Our vision is to Love God ~ Love People ~ Serve Others.

One of the ways you are doing this is through the Community Blitz program. Can you explain a little more about this program?

Community Blitz is a program run by our church that reaches out to the needs of our local community.

On Saturday 28 November, we will be holding our Community Blitz at the Cairns Base Hospital in the children’s ward where we will be adding colour, brightness and hope to the ward by doing murals on the walls with some fun activities for the kids.

How can people in the community get involved?

We need a professional painter who can donate their time on that Saturday. We need finances for a coffee machine, a TV, decal wall stickers, a face painter, anyone who can do children’s acts including balloons, juggling etc.

Any other donation of books or toys for the children’s ward are appreciated and will be passed on. If you would like to donate or get involved please email Nicole and Michael on nicole@citychurchcairns. com.au.

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BIZ: LJ Hooker Cairns South

LJ Hooker Cairns South is a real estate agency which brings together a team of experienced sales representatives, property managers and finance brokers who are committed to providing you the very best customer experience.

Through the use of the latest real estate technology, networking platforms and digital marketing campaigns they are able to maximise your experience with them and give you an unrivalled advantage in the local marketplace. If you are looking to buy, sell, rent, have your investment property professionally managed or obtain finance, they have the team member who will achieve the best outcome for you.

They strive to offer you the same level of service they would expect themselves and aim to be intentionally different!

Phone 07 4054 3561 Email cairnssouth@ljh.com.au

Have You Heard: Bad Fishy Expands Services and Location Bad Fishy has recently announced the purchase of Cairns Boat Hire. The expansion means a better customer experience including a cool, shaded check-in area, storage for belongings and also easy access to the boat.

When not at work what do you enjoy doing?

Camping, trips to the Tablelands, dinner parties with friends and Michael enjoys playing rugby for a local team in Cairns.

GO COWBOYS!

In addition to providing thrilling jet boat rides, Bad Fishy also plans to operate selfdrive cruising pontoons and fishing boats that depart from this location for a more relaxed experience.

Learn more about City Church and how you can get involved at www.cairnscitychurch.com.au

Phone 0499 490 030 Web www.badfishy.com.au

Donations would be greatly appreciated and can be made to FNQ Christian Education Centre BSB: 034 193 A/C: 185 691 – Please put “Community Blitz” as the reference.

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BLISS STORY Bree James They call it the island of the gods, and for good reason.

There is no other place quite like it. There is a special vibe, an authentic essence that touches and inspires visitors from all over the world. The flight is only around 4.5 hours, and with non-stop Jetstar flights to Bali (Denpasar) from Cairns, there's no reason not to go.

Bali would have to be one of the closest, most affordable destinations outside of Australia.

If you love shopping for clothes, jewellery, unique wooden and artistic items, listening to live music, and indulging in yummy food and drinks, massages, pedicures and manicures all at amazing prices, then Bali is definitely a place you should visit.

As soon as you hop off the plane and get through customs the tone of the holiday begins.

You have people wanting to carry your bags, offer you transport and book you on tours.

TOP TRAVEL TIPS

Do not drink anything with Arak as an ingredient.

Hire a Nanny. The kids loved doing the crafts with our nanny and were well looked after. It is a minimum five hours, and prices are approx $5 per hour. We used Bali Nannies Bali http://balinanniesbali.blogspot.com

Getting in and out of the country.

Be prepared to pay US $35 per person (inc children) for when you arrive at the customs desk. You only need to fill in one customs entry form per family. To exit the country the departure tax has now been abolished. Have your passport in a safe place ready at all times as there are four security checks.

Take your washing to one of the many laundries to get washed, pressed and folded for about $2 per kilo of washing.

Spend smart. Book your tours as you go. This saves money if you are not up for it on the day. Shopping options include The Krisna shops is the cheapest place to buy traditional Balinese items and souvenirs.

The Matahari is great for the Myer experience of Bali. There are also many quality designer clothes shops.

These shops do not allow bartering so save your bartering skills for the markets where you should be able to get the locals down to one third of their original price. Knowing a little bit of Bahasa (Indonesian) will often get you a better price.

To avoid Bali belly and getting ill, do not use the tap water to clean your teeth or to drink. Most hotels supply complementary bottled water. Eat cooked foods as much as possible.

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WHERE TO STAY SEMINYAK For upmarket bars, designer clothing and beach front dining SANUR OR JIMBARAN For the safest and cleanest beaches

Waterbom Waterpark

UBUD For arts and culture off the tourist track and away from the beach in the rice fields NUSA DUA For big resorts and tourist destinations KUTA For cheap shopping and top tourist attractions

Poolside Fun

WHAT TO DO VISIT THE WATERBOM PARK (or another water park) - enjoy world class slides and rides which are maintained at international safety standards. www.waterbom-bali.com Sunset Drinks

TAKE A DAYTRIP TO UBUD See the monkeys at the monkey forest, dine with views of the volcano or rice fields, and visit the markets for gorgeous wooden crafts, clothing and art.

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Feed a Bengal Tiger, ride an elephant, have your photo taken with an array of animals, hang out in the petting zoo, take a pony ride and lots more. www.bali-zoo.com ENJOY SUNSET DRINKS ON THE BEACH Listen to live music, order a Bintang, sit on bean bags, order a meal if you wish, watch the kids play and enjoy the sunset.

CURE THE RAINY DAY BLUES AT CANGGU CLUB Dining Out

With an indoor trampoline park Bounce Bali, Splash Water Park, Strike bowling alley, and an indoor tennis centre, Canggu Club is a great rainy day activity. www.cangguclub.com TAKE A BALINESE COOKING CLASS Discover the spiced flavours of Bali’s virtually unknown cuisine.

GET PAMPERED IN A BEAUTY SALON Get a massage, pedicure, manicure, salt scrub, facial, hair wash, and more. The prices are ridiculously cheap at the smaller spas with a massage costing around $7 per hour.

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WHAT TO TRY

WORDS TO KNOW:

BEST BEACH BUYS:

• Bintang Beer and New Radler Bintang Beer

• Good morning - selamat pagi

Why walk the streets shopping when you can sit on a beach, drink a coconut, and have the shopping come to you?

• A fresh, young coconut • Iga Babi Panggang (Baby Back Pork Ribs) • Nasi Campur (a sample plate of Balinese food) • Nasi Goreng (a rice dish with vegetables and can have added seafood or chicken if you wish)

• Good afternoon - selamat siang or selamat sore • Goodnight - selamat malam • Please - silahkan • No thank you - tidak terima kasi • You're welcome - sama sama • Sorry - ma'af • Excuse me - permisi

• Fresh juice smoothie

• Beautiful or pretty - indah

• Baby Guling (a whole cooked baby piglet) that you take a portion of

• How much - berapa

• Satays • Mie Goreng

• Money - rupiah • I have no more money singau ngulah pis

• Sarongs • Bracelets, necklaces and rings • A huge range of kites • Silver and wooden statues, elephants, buddhas and more • Temporary tattoo's • Gorgeous paintings on canvas that you can roll and take home to stick on a frame • Hats • Watches and sunglasses • Fireworks, lanterns and more

PROUDLY BROUGHT TO YOU BY CAIRNS AIRPORT AND PAKMAG.

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Seramic Hanging Planter Etsy Store: noemarin (RRP $40.41)

Round The World Globe Typo (RRP $49.95)

Casso Cushion Booie + Ben (RRP $85.00)

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Fern Gully Cushion The Club Of Odd Volumes (RRP $37.00)

Injecting COLOUR into Your Lounge Room Your lounge room is probably one of the most-used areas in the house. It should be a place where you can feel comfortable and unwind after a long day.

Pastels are one of the hottest trends this season, but whatever colour scheme and dĂŠcor you choose, here are some tips to ensure the perfect blend of comfort and style with minimal clutter.

Consider the 60-30-10 Rule When decorating a particular room, try to stick to 60 per cent of a dominant colour, 30 per cent of a secondary colour and 10 per cent of an accent colour. Often your accent colour comes from the accessories that you choose.

Accessorise with things like lamps, throws, rugs, pillows, candles, wall hangings, and indoor plant holders. A few bright pillows can add a splash of colour and freshness to any living space.

Know the Colour Schemes Essentially there are two main types of colour schemes: complementary and analogous.

Complementary colours are across from each other on the colour wheel, such as red and green, blue and yellow, or purple and orange and are typically reserved for formal living areas.

Analogous colour schemes are next to each other on the colour wheel, such as yellow and green, blue and violet, or red and orange and are best for casual family rooms and dens.

Understand Colour Codes We may not even notice but certain colours are associated with particular emotions, seasons and feelings. Blues and browns tend to be associated with a more restful feel while reds and yellows are associated with a lively living space.

Colours are often also associated with the season – autumn colours such as mustard yellows, russets and browns will create a calm and subdued space, perfect for resting. Spring colours, on the other hand, are more uplifting; pinks, lilac and saffron yellow create an innocent, fresh look to a room.

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9. Savannah Jump Mania 10. Lauren & Liam Rock Climbing Wall 11. Madison & Sebastian Muddies 12. Joshana, Jazmin, Talia, Joesph& Jordynn Inflatable Kingdom 13. Egan & Dana Palm Cove Reef Feast 14. Lincoln Jump Mania 15. Bruce Goomborra Park 16. Dean, Veronica & Jarvis Palm Cove Reef Feast

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WHEN IS THE RIGHT TIME to Say Goodbye STORY Jane Quinn

We are never quite prepared for the death of a pet. Whether swift and unexpected or after a slow decline, we aren’t fully aware of what a pet has brought to our lives until our beloved companion is gone.

Everyone wishes for a pets peaceful passing, hoping to find them in their favourite spot in the morning. Unfortunately this often isn’t the case, and the impact of a pets passing is significantly increased when, as responsible and loving caretakers, we decide to have our pet euthanised.

Requesting euthanasia of a pet is probably the most difficult decision a pet owner can make. You don’t want to prolong their suffering, but at the same time you don’t want to put them to sleep when they are still enjoying life.

Making the toughest call Euthanasia is the greatest gift that you can give an animal to mercifully end suffering. Your veterinarian can assist and support you throughout the decision making process, however ultimately the final decision should be based on not only what is best for your pet , but also what is best for you and your family.

TO HELP GUIDE YOU THROUGH THE DECISION MAKING PROCESS, HERE ARE SOME THINGS TO CONSIDER.

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Is my pet still eating well? Being hungry and eating with gusto are signs of vitality.

Is your pet drinking and maintaining hydration? Reduced water intake or dehydration in spite of drinking plenty is a sign of illness.

3. Is my pet still interested and responsive to things around him (family, toys etc)?

4. Does my pet seem tired and withdrawn most of the time?

5. Is my pet in pain?

6. Can my pet get up without assistance? Go to the toilet outside?

7. Is my pet still interested in exercise, participating in his/her favourite past time?

8. Do they have an incurable illness?

9. How does my pet’s health impact on my family's well being?

10. Do I have the financial and physical resources it may take to adequately care for him/her as his/her condition declines?

11. What do I think he/she would want at this point? What would I want if I were in her/his position?

12. Will the quality of life through the treatment and beyond be good enough for the time it afforded? Am I prolonging his/her life for my pet or for me?

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Does my pet have more bad days than good?

There is no right answer when it comes to making end of life decisions; only what makes sense for you and your family. Take your time, don’t rush your decision and remember that giving your beloved pet the gift of a peaceful rest is the last best thing you can do for your best friend.

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