PakMag Mackay - July 2014 by Grand Publishing

pakmag JUL 2014

Mackay & Whitsundays

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ISSUE 21

parents & kids magazine for local families

Kids

Whitsunday Reef

Festival

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MINI MAG Inside

Event GUIDE What's On In July

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Cover photo: Ta Da Photography

Handwriting Still Important In Our Tech-Driven World

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Hi and welcome to the July edition of Pakmag! So we’re officially in winter around Mackay and the Whitsunday’s - how cold has it been lately? Keep the kids warm during the July school holidays with some of the great local activities, like Gymnastics Mackay’s Fun Days, find the details in our top five things to do plus heaps more in our What’s On guide. We have a great feature inside about the importance of handwriting, something we may be starting to forget in our rapidly-developing technological world and why, sometimes, “being bored is good”. So the next time your kids tell you they’re bored don’t rush to provide them with a new activity, as boredom can actually help foster little imaginations! The Whitsunday Reef Festival is coming soon, if you’ve never experienced it before be sure to check out our story on all the ways your family can get involved. Have a great July and make sure you tell everyone you read it in PakMag!

Ange pakmag Publisher: Bree James Editor: Carly Hammersley MACKAY SALES & MARKETING: Deborah Crisp Regional Sales Manager: Tammy Parsons Publication Manager: Angela Julian NQ Sales & Biz Development: Angelina Mortley Graphic Designer: Emma Wilkins

Contents JULY

parents 02 What’s New 05 Show & Tell 06 Handwriting, How Important is it? 09 The Five Year Rule 11

Lessons in Boredom

13 TechTalk 15 Pak Health 16 Nutrition 19 PakRecipes

kids 23 Kid’s MiniMag

babies 33 Baby News: Baby Led Weaning

things to win

20 5 Things to do in MKY

05 WIN Slinky Apples

21 What's On

34 WIN a Bellababy Box

23 MiniMag

34 WIN a Sinchies Pack

30 Out & About

35 WIN a Bon Appeteat Set

Baby Led Weaning

34 PakBaby 37 TRAVEL: Whitsunday Reef Festival 39 Townsville V8's 40 Fav Pets 40 Biz Directory

Assistant graphic Designer: Sara Williams

41 Winners

Articles: Jutta Dempsey, Amanda Cranston and submitted writers

43 HOME: Family Living

Mobile: 0427 725 624

48 Laundry Makeover

cover ModelS: Haden and Keelan Myers Photography: Thanks to Ta Da Photography

Head office Phone: 4053 3331 Email: mkysales@pakmag.com.au Postal: PO Box 1922, Mackay Qld 4740 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.

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inBRIEF REEF Festival

High tea for Prince George Imperfect Mum

July

what’s

NEW

HORSE Racing 7-10 August

Saturday 23 August Cairns Pullman reef hotel casino

1 - 8 August 2014 AIRLIE BEACH

The Mackay Airport Beach Horse Racing Festival will thrill Mackay racegoers again from the 7-10 August. The festival’s race day highlight will see a series of 350m sprints over the course of the day as well as a myriad of entertainment from live bands, on course spectacles, fashion competitions, kids amusements, a diverse food court and an assortment of bars.

The Inaugural Imperfect Mum Conference Empowering Women 2014 will be held in Cairns at the Pullman Reef Hotel Casino on August 23. High-profile speakers from across Australia, including

The Whitsundays favourite family-friendly festival returns this year from August 1-8. Prepare for

Suzie Botross, author of “Break Free from Motherly

the biggest street party of the year, as Justice Crew perform live on the main street to launch

Guilt”; and influential blogger and childhood

the festival on Friday, August 1.

behavioural consultant Nathalie Brown from Easy

Thousands of tourists and locals come together over the week long festival, celebrating what

Advance online tickets are now available and offer great savings on general admission tickets on the day. The festival will also include a cocktail night, sports dinner, charity golf challenge and marina recovery day.

Peasy Kids will feature at the event.

living in the Whitsundays is all about. Live music, street parades, Porter fireworks, raft races,

Since being founded in June 2011, The Imperfect Mum

games and races plus all night parties in Airlie's hottest bars and nightclubs means this festival

has become a social media phenomenon, with over

has something for everyone, young and old.

65,000 visits per month and 32,000 Facebook fans.

Visit the website for more information about events and accommodation

The Imperfect Mum is a space for women from all

www.whitsundayreeffestival.com.au

corners of the globe to discuss motherhood concerns

For more information or to purchase tickets visit www.mackaybeachhorseracing.com.au/

HARVEY NORMAN Deal

including nutrition, education, behaviour management

FESTIVAL of Arts 11 - 20 July 2014

and relationships. Founder of The Imperfect Mum Kristy Vallely said the conference aims to empower and inspire the women that attend to take action in their lives to make them as fulfilled and positive as possible. To purchase tickets visit: www.theimperfectmum.com.au/conference

The Mackay Festival of Arts runs from 11-20 July with the Food & Wine Day on 19 July. Highlights of the festival will include performances by acclaimed vocalist Lior, Australia’s greatest storyteller Graeme Connors, the Burlesque Ball, the Whitsunday To book festival tickets

LALALOOPSY

phone Dial n Charge on 4961 9777 or visit mackaytix.com.au

Come along and celebrate the first birthday of His Royal Highness Prince George of Cambridge with a delicious high tea at Harrup Park Country Club’s Lancaster Room. Tickets are $45 per person, which includes all food, tea & coffee plus there will be prizes for Best Limerick as well as lucky door prizes and club vouchers to be won. The event will be held on Prince George’s Birthday, Tuesday 22 July from 10am-12pm and the Kids Club will be open for the event. Tickets will be available from 1 July at the Harrup Park Country Club Reception. TO WIN: Two tickets to Prince George’s Birthday High Tea event go to our website www. pakmag.com.au and answer the question - what is Prince George’s full name?

Whether you’re in the market for a new fridge, vacuum cleaner, oven, hairdryer, coffee machine, sound system, TV or blu ray player… Harvey Norman is offering the parents of Mackay a special PakMag deal. Shop in store in July, select your product and ask the sales staff for the PakMag deal to receive a better price on EVERYTHING in the electrical department. Hurry… this deal is valid for the month of July only so if you’re in the market for an early Father’s Day gift – Harvey Norman is the place to be!

Join Lalaloopsy and friends at Caneland Central these

PAXTON'S Night Markets 5.00pm - 8.30pm paxtons warehouse 10 river street

school holidays with Jewel Sparkles starring in her very own live stage show, “Why Won’t Cat Play”. The interactive show is perfect for the whole family, with Jewel Sparkles and Pink BeDazzle introducing the world of Lalaloopsy as they make fruit salad, decorate a cake and sing and dance their way through a Lalaloopsy adventure. Kidtastic stage shows will are free and run at 10am,

A unique experience for Mackay, Paxton Night Markets take place bi-monthly (running six

11am and 1pm daily from 30 June to 4 July in Centre

times a year) and showcase Mackay’s best local artists, designers, crafters, food specialists

Court, on the Ground Floor outside Myer. In addition,

and vintage sellers. Everything is home grown, locally made, baked and eco-friendly. The live

Meet and Greets will be available every day at 12noon,

entertainment sets a great atmosphere and the Kidz Zone keeps the little ones happy so Mum

so kids can have photos taken with Jewel Sparkles.

and Dad can browse the wares. The market runs 5pm-8:30pm every second month on the

Further information can be found by visiting

first Friday of the month at Paxton’s Warehouse 10 River Street Mackay. Visit and “like” the

www.canelandcentral.com.au or

Facebook page to keep up to date at www.facebook.com/PaxtonsNightMarkets

www.facebook.com/canelandcentral

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Show &Tell

The latest news, products and tips in the world of families and kids Get to Know

EUROtrike REVIEW

These old style steel Tandem Trikes are perfect for two children to interact and play together or just as much fun for one superhero too - perfect for rescuing a playmate, an imaginary mate or a favourite toy. The tandem trike is available in three themes with full graphics. Choose from the Fire, Police or Princess Trike. Eurotrike have strong all steel frames and fork construction, which we love at Let the Children Play. Steel wheels are finished with chrome plating and boast big, tough, quiet EVA rubber tyres. The oversized steel pedal cranks, high back bucket seat and fully enclosed rear passenger seat ensure everyone has a safe and comfortable ride. Add to that a large rear footplate and safety grips and the Tandem Trikes are ready for action. Australian Owned and designed, Eurotrike comes with a lifetime warranty on the frame and replacement parts are easily available if needed. 100% Kid powered. No batteries required. Max Rider weight: 40kg combined rider and passenger. Suitable from 3+ years. Available at Let The Children Play phone 4944 0180.

Gabriele Giannangelo, along with his wife Sue, are the owners and directors of Battery World in Mackay. Aside from being the go-to man for all things electrical, Gabriele is a keen soccer fan. [1] Tell us a bit about yourself & your background: I went to school and completed my Auto Electrical apprenticeship in Mackay. I owned and operated my own Auto Electrical business for many years before purchasing the Battery World franchise to complement that business. Later on I decided to sell the auto electrical business and moved Battery World to its current location 10 years ago. My great passion besides family is soccer. [2] What do you enjoy the most about your work? I love being able to meet and interact with all different types of people and help solve portable power problems. [3] What is your vision for this business? What inspires you? I aim to be the first port of call for people in Mackay and the first thing that comes to mind in the battery field and to be a part

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SLINKY Apples

of the great nation franchise. I also want to bring new innovative and and quality products to our customers and to service our customers with integrity. [4] Tell us something most people wouldn't know about you? I am an active Sunrise rotary member our major fundraiser for the year is the Mayors Charity Ball, which raises fund for local charities. [5] What is one thing you love about your city? I have watched Mackay grow and develop, made life time friends, not to mention met my wife here and raised our family. [6] What did you want to be when you were growing up? As a younger man I was interested in carpentry and machine operating.

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By Julie Chin

Education

Series

rincess Diana always sent handwritten

you may find that a commercially manufactured

thank you notes immediately after

device could be their saviour. There are several

attending an event or whenever

finger grips available on the market that may

she received a gift. Putting today’s etiquette

assist to correct common problems, specifically

standards aside, Diana’s handwritten notes

a ‘claw grip’ and a ‘thumb cross over grip’. Any

were considered a personal and meaningful

old triangular pencil grip from the newsagents

form of communication and many of them have

serves little purpose.

been preserved for posterity. The French also take the art of handwriting very seriously with daily classes dedicated to proper formation of a delicate cursive script. Handwriting lessons and direction in how to hold a pencil are given as much priority as mathematics or language learning.

learning on reading and writing skills and the development of cognition and intelligence. Handwriting could well be the glue that connects the visual look of a letter and the sound that it makes. The grouping of those alphabetic symbols and their individual sounds into

pencil grip makes the correct formation of

words… then sentences… paragraphs… etc.

reverse and from the bottom up. A thumb wrapping round over the top of the pencil and index finger will automatically make the writer tilt their head and alter their posture so that they can see what they are writing.

Assistive technology for students with a learning difference such as dysgraphia is important but may not be their saving grace. Dysgraphia often goes hand in hand with dyslexia and a dyslexic child will no more remember where to find an ‘a’ on a keypad than they will remember which direction a ‘d’ or ‘b’ goes when writing by hand.

As an education consultant I see some real

In fact, searching for letters on a keypad would

doozies! When 99% of the children we see for

more than likely slow them down.

learning difficulties have an atypical pencil grip it begs the question: what are the links between a poor pencil grip and a learning deficit?

Before your pre-schooler picks up their first crayon, fine motor skill development activities are a great idea to give them a head start. Threading

It stands to reason that messy handwriting

pasta, picking up grains of rice and putting them

can often be the result of a poor pencil grip

in a bowl, doing up buttons and squeezing toys

but more alarming in today’s students is a

to strengthen hand muscles are all things that

nonchalant attitude towards a scribbled effort in

can easily be done at home. Most importantly,

their workbooks. Even poor spacing can affect

encourage correct grip from the onset.

a student’s work. Imagine a string of words with little or no spacing between them. It becomes a long string of letters that may be impossible to re-read for editing so grammatical errors go unnoticed and comprehension becomes impossible. Progression to a cursive script is important for writing at speed. The automaticity

As ‘Digital Natives’ our children are more attuned to pushing buttons than forming letters, so is it still important to teach children handwriting in school? Education Consultant Julie Chin gives us her perspective.

of handwriting and the implications of modern

important but I tend to disagree. An improper

letters and numbers start to be written in

How important is it?

by educational neuroscientists on the mechanics

Some say that a correct pencil grip is not

letters difficult – sometimes impossible – so

Handwriting

A great deal of research is now being conducted

of cursive allows a student to get their ideas down before they are forgotten. It is never too late to try and correct your child’s

Those who say handwriting is a thing of the past are mistaken. It is important in so many ways. I commend the French for exercising all parts of the brain that contribute to language learning and will always remember Diana and her handwritten notes as an icon for humanness. Julie Chin is an Education Consultant, author and Irlen Screener (at Sunbired Education Centre in Mackay).

pencil grip but if they are resistant to change

Tips [1] Encourage young toddlers to draw and begin working on their grasp at a young age. [2] Invest in the correct tools for the job – lined paper is a great idea! [3] Remind them to take their time. [4] Pressing too hard makes writing, especially cursive, more difficult. [5] Don’t make it all work and no play. Drawing is important for learning control.

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Written by Dr Craig Murison

The FiveYear

Rule

‘The five year rule’ is one of the best pieces of advice my wife and I received when we had our first son. There is such an unending stream of well

their children about school well before they go

about what makes good driving, what your rules

meaning people who have advice for new

through the school gate. There are a huge range

might be about borrowing the car, paying for

parents that it can be difficult to know what is

of topics you can begin talking to them about

fuel, having passengers - the list goes on.

worth listening to. However, this particular

such as how important school is; that kids all

piece of advice really resonated with us and we

have different gifts and talents; how you will be

applied it throughout our children's time living

really happy if they try their hardest and so on.

with us at home. So what is the Five Year Rule? Essentially the five year rule means thinking ahead to what your child will be dealing with in five years time and to start preparing them

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Basically, all you need to do add five years to your child’s current age, make some judgements about what they will be dealing with, start

Similarly, around five years after your child turns

speaking to them about it and keep talking to

six or seven, they may begin thinking about

them about it until the experience has passed.

boyfriends or girlfriends so this would be a good time to start telling them about your relationship rules and what your expectations are going to be.

Following the five year rule doesn't mean you’ll avoid arguments, attitudes and tantrums when these experiences start becoming a reality but

for it. For example, children face their first

At the age of eleven your children will be going

it does help reduce these difficulties and the

school experiences around the age of five, so

for their driver's licence in about five years’ time

amount of time spent dealing with them.

parents should start having conversations with

so this would be a good time to begin talking

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By Michelle Dryburgh

Lessons in Boredom The urge to keep our kids busy and quiet could be robbing them of some valuable lessons, writes Michelle Dryburgh. “Mu-u-um, I’m bored.” If only you had a dollar

downtime is actually a key process in the way

for every time you heard that line. But how do

our minds turn experiences into memories.

you respond? Do you ignore it and hope your

Not allowing for downtime actually affects our

child finds something to amuse themselves,

mental function.

swiftly sign them up for another after-school activity or reach for the nearest smart phone or computer game and hope that does the job? There is growing evidence to suggest that modern children are being overloaded, and sometimes the best option is to leave them to their own devices – but not the electronic kind. According to social commentator and youth trends expert Michael McQueen, parents are failing to teach their children an important lesson – boredom is a necessary and valuable part of life. He says being bored forces children to activate their imaginations and create their own fun. “There certainly isn't any hard and fast rule, but the most important message is one of balance and boundaries,” he says.

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Tips for parents teaching kids to cope with boredom

“There is something very empowering in the realisation that an individual can be left to their own devices and feel quite contented. And the old adage is true - great ideas rarely interrupt us.”

1. Resist the urge to rescue Necessity is truly the mother of invention and your kids may need to experience the pangs

A growing number of children have increasingly

of boredom in order to move past them and

demanding schedules packed with sports,

grow through the experience. Stepping in to

swimming lessons, dance practice, music

provide a solution or new distraction will rob

lessons… the list goes on.

them of the benefit and lessons they could

Michael says it’s important for parents to resist

otherwise gather.

temptation to overload schedules simply to create

2. Model it

‘quiet time’ or provide nagging children with quick

Actions speak louder than words. Do your

distractions. Instead, he recommends parents

kids see you embracing downtime or are

encourage their child to play outside, make their

you always busying yourself?

own fun or simply enjoy some quiet time. He says it’s also essential for parents to practice what they preach. “A good place to start is by

“By having downtime, young people are

modelling the change,” he says. “It is vital that

essentially forced to come up with their own

your kids see you are content to have downtime

games and entertainment. Recent research

and not fill every idle moment on your phone,

from the University of California indicates that

checking emails or going on Facebook.”

3. Wean them onto it Set boundaries around screen or device time, which grow over time. Allow your kids to get used to being disconnected and unentertained.

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TECH Talk CYBERMate

An online tool to support young people living with depression or mental health issues is being developed by University of Sydney software engineers.

The team is adapting online tracking techniques used by marketing analysts in their internet-based tool dubbed, CyberMate. The researchers aim to design algorithms that will give CyberMate the ability to screen a young person’s social networking pages such as Facebook or Twitter for comments that may indicate potential for self-harm. CyberMate would then act as a quasi-psychotherapist and engage with the young online user suggesting options for help or support via email or SMS. Statistics from a recent study of 2000 Australian youths aged between 12 to 25 years revealed more than two-thirds used the Internet to connect with their friends and other young people. Almost forty per cent reported searching for information about mental health problems. CyberMate will be evaluated by mental health practitioners and researchers based at the University’s Brain and Mind Research Institute before being trialled by 210 young people over a year-long period.

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Connected Children

A new report looking at future technology trends and the impact on our lives has found that traditional schools may struggle with increasingly connected children, who will learn faster than the pace set in the classroom. It speculates that alternative schooling structures that bypass established approaches will gain popularity as a consequence.

The Safeguarding the Future of Digital Australia in 2025 report also looked at a number of other trends we could expect in the next decade:

• Constant connectivity as a right: There is an expectation that we will be able to be connected at every moment, wherever we are.

• Next generation brains: Those who have grown up immersed in technology will have different neural wiring with the inclination to multi-task and make connections between ideas.

Leading parenting expert Dr Justin Coulson said the report highlighted the need to consider at what age it is appropriate to allow technology into children’s lives.

• Identities forged online: Online socialisation amplifies human behaviours and the shaping of young identities. Distinctive individuals can find support from like-minded communities anywhere, while bullying can become more extreme. Children will be increasingly precocious, including in their sexual development

“We need to teach our children principles for staying safe online and the importance of privacy, because they will be connected, regardless. Parents also need to know that their children are receiving an education for the future, rather than an education for the past,” Dr Coulson.said.

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Health pak

Exercise: An eye to the future By Narelle Muller

news Meningococcal By Dr Claire Stewart Infection

As both a doctor and a mother of a one year old, meningococcal is the infection that terrifies me the most. Fortunately for parents, a new vaccine has just been approved to help prevent this serious disease.

Hands up all those parents who take the greatest care to ensure their children eat well and get regular exercise. Most of us care deeply about our children’s health and future wellbeing.

We’ll drive from one end of the city to the other for karate or ballet lessons, then there’s swimming, football, little athletics the list is endless.

“yes” and “yes”, the only insurance policy when it comes to health and wellbeing is the package containing exercise, nutrition, rest and hydration.

In my role as a fitness trainer I come across at least one parent a day who tells me they simply don’t have time to exercise themselves because they are too busy running kids around after school, not to mention the chaos of before school and weekends.

You can give every fad diet a crack. You might even lose a few kilos temporarily, but the road to a fit, happy, healthy life is the one we have known about all along.

So, I ask them this: “Do you want to be around to watch your children raise their own children? Do you intend to be an active, healthy, involved grandparent one day?” It might seem a bit morbid forecasting a frail, unhealthy old age to a seemingly well, albeit frazzled mother in her prime, but it’s a real question with very real connotations. As the answers are inevitably resoundingly

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There’s no secret shortcut and if you love your children enough to drive for hours to give them the best start in life, spare a thought to how they’ll feel if you’re not strong enough or well enough to support them in the years to come.

Narelle Muller is a journalist, health writer and qualified personal trainer. For more information call Fit & Well Health on 0402 114 754.

Meningococcal infection can occur at any age but is most common in children under five (particularly infants under one) and in adolescents aged 15-24. The disease is relatively rare (there were 61 cases in Queensland in 2011) but is potentially fatal. It can also cause long term health problems including hearing impairment, learning difficulties and amputations. There are 13 strains of meningococcal but strains B and C are by far the most common in Australia. All children receive free immunisation against type C when they are 12 months old. Since this vaccine was introduced in 2003 cases of type C meningococcal infection have dramatically reduced but we had no way to prevent type B. Fortunately, a new separate vaccine against type B has just become available. The new vaccine is called Bexsero and is recommended for all children aged two months to two years and adolescents aged 15-19 years. It is available from your GP on a private script. Your child requires 2-3 doses depending on their age and each injection costs around $150. It will hopefully be included on the free immunisation schedule in future. The most common side effect from the vaccine is a high fever so it is recommended to give paracetamol at the time of the vaccine as well as for 12 hours afterwards. See your GP to discuss if the vaccine is suitable for your child. www.pakmag.com.au

Nutrition pak

Pregnancy Nutrition

by Haley Cremer

Entering into motherhood can be stressful – this quick summary will put you on the front foot with what to steer clear of during the most important nine months of your life. Caffeine

Salads

Caffeine intake should be minimised as our bub receives a ‘buzz’ when we consume caffeine. The extent of the ‘buzz’ that bub receives is unknown and currently being researched. As the jury is still out for this one, it is important to limit your intake. Be mindful that soft-drinks contain caffeine. As for energy drinks, these are best avoided as they contain a number of other nasties.

Ultimately, they are okay to consume if they have been thoroughly washed and are fresh, as salads can also carry Listeria. Making salads yourself is the safest option, ensure you store and wash them carefully. When it comes to salad bars, buffets or prepackaged varieties we cannot be sure of freshness – so best to steer clear of them.

Deli meats Deli meats are at risk of being contaminated with Listeria, an infection that may lead to miscarriage. If deli meats are your go to – ensure they are fresh and hot. Heating food to over 70 degrees helps ensure there is no listeria.

Fish Fish is a great option to include in an expectant mum’s diet – just be mindful to exclude species which are known to have higher levels of Mercury. This includes shark (flake), ray, swordfish, barramundi, gemfish, orange roughy, ling and southern bluefin tuna. Stick to the oily fish such as salmon, tuna and sardines. These have safe levels of mercury but provide vitamin D and omega-3 fats for healthy development of your baby’s brain and nervous system.

Review Food

ALL-BRAN High Fibre Muesli Food

review

Cheeses Listeria again ruins it for some cheeses! Unfortunately Camembert and Brie are on the ‘avoid list’. The good news is most other varieties are okay. Soft cheeses such as ricotta and cottage cheese are fine to eat within two days of opening the pack.

This new and exciting product from Kelloggs is

Alcohol

not only easy on the taste buds but great for our

Research on a ‘safe limit’ that can be consumed while pregnant is limited. We do know that heavy drinking can be catastrophic for baby’s development. We also know that whatever mum has – bub receives. So for those women pregnant or planning a pregnancy, abstaining from alcohol is the safest option.

enough fibre, this is the perfect choice with a

If you have concerns regarding diet during pregnancy speak with your local dietitian who can help guide you.

digestive health. With most Aussie’s not getting

other mueslis. It comes in three delicious flavours – Almond & Apricot, Summer Fruits or Cranberry

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pakmag TEAM

pakmag TEAM Favourite Easy Lamb Shanks By Kelly Cresswell (Office Manager)

pakmag

TEAM recipe

Ingredients: • • • • • • •

2 tsp smoked paprika 1 tsp flaked sea salt 4 tsp olive oil 4 large lamb shanks 12 cherry tomatoes halved 2 onions, sliced 2 garlic cloves, sliced

• • • • • • •

8 bay leaves 8 sprigs thyme 1 tsp chilli flakes (optional) 4 sprigs of rosemary 1/3 cup red wine 4 teaspoons brown sugar Lemon rind to serve

Serves 4 | Time - 30 minutes prep | 2 hours cooking

Kelly's Fave "Try these individual Lamb Shank Parcels - these are a delicious and warming winter recipe that the kids will love to help to make!"

Preheat oven to 180oC. Cut 4 x 30cm squares of foil. Place paprika, salt and oil in a bowl, mix to combine. Rub the lamb shanks with paprika mixture. Leave in a bowl while you prepare parcels. Divide onion, tomato, chilli, garlic, bay leaves, rosemary and thyme in the centre of each piece of foil. Place wine and brown sugar in a small jug, mix to combine. Take first shank and wrap in foil leaving space to pour the wine mixture into the top. Scrunch the foil to close, sit scrunch side facing up in baking tray. Repeat for other shanks. Bake for 1½ to 2 hours. Place parcels on plates and open carefully, allowing steam to escape. Serve with mashed potato and top with lemon rind.

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RIO STAGE

'SO much yes'

10-13 July

CANELAND CENTRAL

Courtney'S PICK MACKAY

libraries

2-4 July LOCAL LIBRARIES

So Much Yes is an interactive promenade performance

Children from Prep to Year 7 are invited to attend a

piece that takes place in and amongst the clothes racks, car

magic show presented by local magician Mr. Magic. Be

parks, and aisles of Caneland Central. The teenage actors

astounded, amazed and enthralled by his magic tricks and

guide you through an evening of DIY fun. Performances

illusions. Parental supervision is required. Bookings are

on Thursday 10 July 2014 at 5.30pm & 7.30pm. Friday 11

essential. Gordon White Library on the 2 July, Mackay City

July 2014 at 11.30am & 1.30pm. Saturday 12 July 2014

Library on the 3 July and Sarina Library on the 4 July from

at 11.30am & 1.30pm. Sunday 13 July 2014 at 11.30am &

10am to 11am.

1.30pm. Tickets online at www.mackaytix.com.au

Things to do in MKY

5 5

DANCENORTH

SHAKE A LEG

11-12 July

ENTERTAINMENT CONVENTION CENTRE

GYMNASTICS

FUN DAYS

2-9 July (9.30am-11.00am) ANDERGROVE Gymnastics fun day for primary school aged children. A great way to get children active and out of the house. 9.30 am– 11.00am Cost only $16.50 per child. Email admin@mackaygymnastics.org.au. Gymnastics – it’s FANTASTIC. Sessions on 2 July, 4 July and 9 July. Snow Wright Court, Andergrove.

G&S ENGINEERING

FOOD & WINE DAY

19 July (10.30am-5.30pm) QUEENS PARK

Based on Boori Monty Pryor’s book, Shake A Leg is an

This marvellous day attracts crowds in their thousands to

entertaining show of theatre and dance. The performance

celebrate our local produce, talent and lifestyle, while soaking

explores the main themes of not judging a book by its cover,

up the wonderful winter sun. Party on at your choice of two

sharing stories, myths and legends, how to communicate

music stages, stroll amongst the huge market trail and plunge

without words and a celebration of dance and culture. Two

into the flavours and aromas of the gourmet food stalls.

performances: Friday 11 July at 6pm and Saturday 12 July at

Always an amazing event for the whole family. 19 July from

2pm. For more info visit www.mackaytix.com.au

10.30am to 5.30pm at Queens Park in Mackay.

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"Take the kids to Bedtime Stories at the Mackay City Library 10 July 6pm"

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Canelands Mackay - Coffee Club River St So Much Yes - Ineractive Promenade Performance

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Canelands Mackay - Coffee Club River St So Much Yes - Ineractive Promenade Performance

Shake a Leg - Dance North Canelands Mackay - Coffee Club River St So Much Yes - Ineractive Promenade Performance MECC Lynette Denny Space Shake a Leg - Dance North MECC Australian Poetry Slam - Queensland Heats MECC Auditorium Road Trip Aplus Sport Centre (138 Wood St) Indoor Fitness Classes - Bookings Essential Canelands Mackay - Coffee Club River St So Much Yes - Ineractive Promenade Performance

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"See Lior live in concert at the MECC 14 July 7.30pm"

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11.00am 9.00am 7.30pm 9.00am 9.00am 4.45pm 6.00pm 5.00pm 9.30am 9.30am 11.00am 7.00pm

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Pioneer Valley School of Dance Pioneer Valley School of Dance Mackay Community Health Centre Mirani Library Sarina Library Walkerston Library MECC Auditorium MECC Lynette Denny Space Womens Shelter, Mackay Walkerston Tommy Webster Hall Walkerston Tommy Webster Hall Sarina Community Health Sarina Community Health Mackay Community Health Centre Mackay Community Health Centre Andergrove Community Centre Aplus Sport Centre (138 Wood St) Sarina Library Gordon White Library MECC Lynette Denny Space

Infant/Child Drop in (0-5 years) Infant/Child Appointments (0-5 years) Infant/Child Drop in (0-5 years) Storytime - 2 to 5 years Baby Bounce - 0 to 18 months Storytime - 2 to 5 years 2 One Another - Sydney Dance Company Kucom Theatre Presents - Run For Your Wife Parenting Group (0-5months) by appointment Infant/Child Drop in (0-5 years) Infant/Child Appointments (0-5 years) Infant/Child Drop in (0-5 years) Infant/Child Appointments (0-5 years) 4 Year Old Health Checks Hearing Checks for Children 4 years and over Infant/Child Appointments (0-5 years) Indoor Fitness Classes - Bookings Essential Storytime - 2 to 5 years Storytime - 2 to 5 years Kucom Theatre Presents - Run For Your Wife

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MINI MAG July 2014

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colour IN & Win! WIN

1 of 10 Double Passes to The Gruffalo

Mini MAG FUN SPOT THE 5 Differences

Activities

THE GRUFFALO Wordsearch Puzzle

The Gruffalo is having his birthday party and has hidden a list of party words. Can you find them all?

F P A B F V C V N P L K H

CDP presents Tall Stories’ magical musical adaption of The Gruffalo Based on the award winning picture book by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler published by Macmillan Children’s Books

See the Gruffalo live on stage at the Mackay Entertainment & Convention Centre 10am Saturday 16th August 2014

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SKIING PENGUIN eventGUIDE

Materials [1] Paper Cup [2] Coloured Craft Sticks [3] Matchsticks [4] Paint [5] Polyester Roving [6] Joggle Eyes [7] Scissors [8] Glue

Instructions

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[1] Turn your paper cup upside down and paint it. This will form the body of your penguin. [2] Once dry, glue two joggle eyes onto the front of your paper cup. [3] Cut out a foam triangle shape and glue onto penguin to form the nose. [4] Roll a ball of polyester roving and glue onto penguin to form his belly. [5] Using scissors, carefully slit a small hole either side of your paper cup. Insert a matchstick into each of these to form arms. [5] Glue some foam hand shapes onto the bottom of your paper cup. [5] As a finishing touch, glue your penguin onto two craft sticks – which will be the skis. We recommend using CraftSmart PVA Glue for this project. *Products used in this project are available at Craft Direct. www.craftdirect.com.au & 1300 354 240

Crackles "JOKES" Q: Why do bikes fall over? A: Because they’re two tired!

A: Lettuce get together!

Q: What kind of shoes do spies wear?

Q: What pet makes the loudest noise?

A: He was a hotdog!

A: A trum-pet!

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VENUE MECC Plenary Halls Andergrove Community Centre Andergrove Community Centre Mackay Community Health Centre 3 Range Rd, Sarina Mackay City Library MECC Lynette Denny Space MECC Plenary Halls Gordon White Library MECC Lynette Denny Space MECC Lynette Denny Space Queens Park Mackay Queens Park Mackay Old Railway Hotel Mackay MECC Plenary Halls Aplus Sport Centre (138 Wood St) Harrup Park MECC Bluewater Quay, River St Mackay Community Health Centre Bucasia State School 7 Brooks Street, West Mackay 7 Brooks Street, West Mackay Harrup Park Gordon White Library Mirani Library Mackay City Library Mackay Community Health Centre Harrup Park Mirani Library Sarina Library

ENTERTAINMENT/EVENT NAME HOT FM Burlesque Ball - Intimate Dreams Infant 0-8 week Old Drop in clinic Infant/Child Appointments (0-5 years) Infant/Child Immunisation clinic by appointment Zumba Fitness Storytime - 2 to 5 years Kucom Theatre Presents - Run For Your Wife Westpac Literary Dinner Storytime - 2 to 5 years Kucom Theatre Presents - Run For Your Wife Kucom Theatre Presents - Run For Your Wife G & S Wine and Food Day G & S Wine and Food Day - Culinary Tent Poets in the Pub Festival Supper Club Indoor Fitness Classes - Bookings Essential Movie Under the Stars - Turbo Progressive Dinner Zumba Fitness (Active in the City) Infant/Child Drop in (0-5 years) Infant/Child Appointments (0-5 years) Zumba Kids Zumba Fitness $5 Crumby Munday Baby Bounce - 0 to 18 months Baby Bounce - 0 to 18 months Baby Bounce - 0 to 18 months Infant/Child Drop in (0-5 years) High Tea - Prince Georges First Birthday Storytime - 2 to 5 years Baby Bounce - 0 to 18 months

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Walkerston Library Womens Shelter, Mackay Walkerston Tommy Webster Hall Walkerston Tommy Webster Hall Sarina Community Health Sarina Community Health Mackay Community Health Centre Mackay Community Health Centre Andergrove Community Centre Aplus Sport Centre (138 Wood St) Sarina Library Gordon White Library Andergrove Community Centre Andergrove Community Centre Mackay Community Health Centre 3 Range Rd, Sarina Mackay City Library MECC Auditorium Gordon White Library Aplus Sport Centre (138 Wood St) Bluewater Quay, River St

Storytime - 2 to 5 years Parenting Group (0-5months) by appointment Infant/Child Drop in (0-5 years) Infant/Child Appointments (0-5 years) Infant/Child Drop in (0-5 years) Infant/Child Appointments (0-5 years) 4 Year Old Health Checks Hearing Checks for Children 4 years and over Infant/Child Appointments (0-5 years) Indoor Fitness Classes - Bookings Essential Storytime - 2 to 5 years Storytime - 2 to 5 years Infant 0-8 week Old Drop in clinic Infant/Child Appointments (0-5 years) Infant/Child Immunisation clinic by appointment Zumba Fitness Storytime - 2 to 5 years Take Me Home - The Music and Life of John Denver Storytime - 2 to 5 years Indoor Fitness Classes - Bookings Essential Zumba Fitness (Active in the City)

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Mackay Community Health Centre Bucasia State School 7 Brooks Street, West Mackay 7 Brooks Street, West Mackay Harrup Park Gordon White Library Mirani Library Mackay City Library Mackay Community Health Centre Mirani Library Sarina Library Walkerston Library MECC Auditorium MECC Auditorium Womens Shelter, Mackay Walkerston Tommy Webster Hall Walkerston Tommy Webster Hall Sarina Community Health Sarina Community Health Mackay Community Health Centre Mackay Community Health Centre Andergrove Community Centre Aplus Sport Centre (138 Wood St) Gordon White Library Sarina Library Andergrove Community Centre Andergrove Community Centre Mackay Community Health Centre 3 Range Rd, Sarina Mackay City Library

Infant/Child Drop in (0-5 years) Infant/Child Appointments (0-5 years) Zumba Kids Zumba Fitness $5 Crumby Munday Baby Bounce - 0 to 18 months Baby Bounce - 0 to 18 months Baby Bounce - 0 to 18 months Infant/Child Drop in (0-5 years) Storytime - 2 to 5 years Baby Bounce - 0 to 18 months Storytime - 2 to 5 years Fractured Faerie Tales Fractured Faerie Tales Parenting Group (0-5months) by Appointment Infant/Child Drop in (0-5 years) Infant/Child Appointments (0-5 years) Infant/Child Drop in (0-5 years) Infant/Child Appointments (0-5 years) 4 Year Old Health Checks Hearing Checks for Children 4 years and over Infant/Child Appointments (0-5 years) Indoor Fitness Classes - Bookings Essential Storytime - 2 to 5 years Storytime - 2 to 5 years Infant 0-8 week Old Drop in clinic Infant/Child Appointments (0-5 years) Infant/Child Immunisation Clinic by Appointment Zumba Fitness Storytime - 2 to 5 years

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Baby Issues

BabyLed

Weaning

When Mum of two Natasha introduced her first child to solids around the age of six months, she followed the traditional spoon feeding method, going on to slowly introduce foods he could feed himself between nine and 12 months. “With my second son it was a different story. I found I was much more relaxed and I also didn’t have as much time to sit down and feed him with the patience that I had with my first child. I found myself making both children the same meals and allowing both to feed themselves while keeping a close eye on them. “He seemed to pick up eating much faster, he adored the idea that he was eating like his big brother and, from my point of view, it was a much easier transition. He was eating similar things earlier than he would have if I’d pureed his food and spoon fed him.” Natasha is one of the growing number of mums turning to Baby Led Weaning (BLW) as a means of introducing their baby to foods other than breastmilk or formula. Even just a few years ago, the idea may have been considered ‘alternative’ but, with mums much more time poor as well as growing research into the benefits for babies, the BLW bandwagon is growing. Baby Led Weaning advocates allowing your baby to explore foods, sensations and textures by feeding themselves from the very beginning, “One of the only things that concerned me about baby led weaning was the possibility of him choking on something, but I soon learned this was misguided” Natasha says. Babies who follow BLW do tend to spit and gag on the occasional piece of food, as this is a natural reflex. Due to their immature oral skills, when spoon fed, infants expect puree to move in the mouth like liquid which occasionally can lead

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to an uncomfortable expulsion. However, when infants bring foods to their own mouth, they are the ones guiding the sensory experience, starting and stopping when they are comfortable and ready. This allows the child to control the pace of his or her own intake. “With my first son, I found I spent countless hours trying to get him to eat something. He was never that interested in the experience and it led to a lot of wasted food and lots of frustration on my behalf,” Natasha explains. “Our first experience of baby led weaning was actually by accident. He picked a piece of pasta off my plate and put it into his mouth before I realised what was happening. I researched a bit more and found that this way of introducing foods just made sense to me.” Contrary to popular belief, babies usually do not require extra sustenance other than breastmilk or formula prior to the age of 12 months. The adage “food before one is just for fun” is worth keeping in mind, as many mums (especially first time mums) may be concerned if their baby is not consuming as much food as another child in her circle of friends. It is worth remembering, as with all other stages of development, some babies will be ready for solids earlier, some may have larger appetites, and others may not be interested in anything other than breast or bottle until much later. BLW gives baby the chance to control his or her own intake and decide what they would like to try. Following the baby led weaning principle is not without its challenges. Allowing a baby to

explore food means mess and some babies revel in creating mini masterpieces on their high chair tables (not to mention the floor, the walls… the dog!) Cleaning it up can be tiresome for some parents. BLW advocates recommend, wherever possible, allowing baby to eat outdoors or placing a large plastic mat underneath baby’s high chair. Natasha says, “A lot of the time he did play with his food, but to me that’s part of introducing them to foods, allowing them to play and discover at the same time.” Another plus for parents is research which links BLW with a reduced rate of food refusal later on. Toddlers who have followed BLW may be less likely to go through the dreaded “fussy” stage due to the fact they have experienced food and had more control over their consumption from an early age.

Some ideas for first foods to try with your baby: • Fresh fruit • Hard boiled eggs and toast soldiers • Pasta • Homemade Chicken Nuggets • Fish bites or fingers • Sweet potato chips or Kale chips • Hommus and veg dipping sticks • French toast • Steamed veggie sticks such as carrot • Peas (great practice when they are mastering their pincer grip)

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Baby

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BABYNEWS poo Capers

july 2014

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One thing you probably didn’t expect before holding that tiny precious bundle in your arms is that poo would become so important! The colour, consistency and frequency becomes like a portent to the universe. The truth is, there are many variations of normal in babies. Here’s a rundown on number twos:

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• If your baby is eating normally and doesn't seem sick, changes in the colour and consistency of the poo is probably normal. • A newborn's first stools (known as meconium) are a thick, sticky, tar-like substance, which will transition into a grainy yellow or brown by day three or four. Modern mum's in today's fast-paced society face a range of competing demands when it comes to feeding their children. Topping this list are essential factors such as healthy eating, affordability, convenience and ease of preparation.

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The bellababy box is a monthly subscription service delivered to your door once a month containing 8 -10 lovingly selected products from bellababy partnered brands.

It is a great way to trial new brands or bits and pieces for baby that you may not come across elsewhere. The bellababy box can be ordered for yourself and baby, or as a gift for expecting mums. And if you find a product you love in the bellababy box, replacement or additional items can then be ordered from the bellabox online shop. To WIN: For your chance to win one of three bellababy boxes valued at $24.95 each go to our website at www.pakmag.com.au and tell us what is the one product you would recommend to every new mum?

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Sinchies reusable food pouches are designed for feeding"on the run" with no bowl or spoon required. Sinchies provide home-made goodness with store bought convenience, packed into an eco-friendly product which will revolutionise the way you think about “fast food”. Parents can monitor exactly what goes into the pouch, ensuring children receive optimum nutrition that is free from preservatives, sugars or additives that are often found in pre-packaged foods. Handy and easy to use - designed with a ziplock at the top for easy filling and a side spout so you can suck or pour the contents out. Simply mix up your own home-made goodness, healthy snacks, baby food, yoghurt, smoothie or fruit crusher, pour it in and zip it up. Made free from BPA, Phthalates and PVC, Sinchies are designed for easy filling and washing, with a double ziplock top to prevent leaks. Sinchies are freezer and dishwasher safe making cleaning and storing easy. TO WIN: one of three Sinchies packs, visit our website at www.pakmag.com.au and tell us what food your bub would love you to “Sinchie” for eating on the run.

• Formula-fed babies usually have yellow or tan poo, while breast-fed babies often have a liquid or creamy mustard-coloured bowel movement.

WIN Bon Appeteat is an Australian owned line of stylish nursing covers, which aim to help mothers enjoy a sense of freedom to breast feed in public while maintaining privacy. The range is aimed at today's on-the-go mums with beautiful printed nursing covers and ultra absorbent matching burp cloths that are both fashionable and practical.

Bon Appeteat sets consist of nursing cover and a coordinating ultra soft burp cloth. Burp cloths are made from 100% cotton fabric with a super absorbent core.

the Australian Breastfeeding Association. TO WIN: one of three sets including a coordinating nursing cover and burp cloth visit our website at www.pakmag.com.

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• In young babies, expect six to eight stools a day but don’t be alarmed if the frequency drops. Breastfed babies in particular can go for several days in a row without a bowel movement. • If the stool is frequent, watery and green looking, your baby may have diarrhoea. Diarrhoea should clear up without treatment but call your doctor if concerned or it is accompanied by vomiting. • Constipated stools will be pebble-sized and firm, sometimes with bloody streaks. If you see blood, have your baby checked out by a GP. Green, frothy poos may be a result of excessive lactose and is often seen in babies who consume large amounts of breastmilk, due to their mother's oversupply. The Australian Breastfeeding Association suggests block feeding in this situation may help. Baby's poo will continue to vary, though as time goes on you will begin to get a sense of what is “normal” for your baby. When babies start solids this is another poo evolution, where bowel movements become more formed and smellier!

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Travel guide July 2014

Travel

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Whitsunday Reef Festival The vibrant town of Airlie Beach will light up from 1-8 August as the Whitsunday Reef Festival hits town. The annual festival favourite, presented by True Blue Sailing, is a delicious combination of family fun, community events, all-night celebrations, food, fashion, fireworks and some of the biggest street parties in the north. The festival, now in its fourteenth year, is themed Heart of the Reef as it celebrates what it means to live in the Whitsundays, on the edge of the Coral Sea and the middle of the Great Barrier Reef. It is the Whitsundays biggest-family friendly festival with a huge program of events to keep the whole tribe happy. Friday 1 August will see the Porters Fireworks on the Foreshore kick off the festival, followed closely by number one Aussie boy band Justice Crew performing live on the Beach Music Stage in the main street of Airlie - free for all to enjoy. Join thousands and dance the night away as the six-piece act put on an electric show. The popular Rotary Street Parade will be held on Saturday afternoon. Spectators are expected to flock to the newlyrevitalised main street to watch the amazing floats pass by. Cafes, bars and restaurants will overflow as locals and visitors alike enjoy Whitsunday hospitality and the perfect winter weather. Following the parade the Beach Music Stage will be rocking once again with some huge live acts, not to mention the cold beer in the specially licensed beer tent. The younger kids are the focus on Sunday for the Telstra Family Fun Day, providing a carnival atmosphere and lots of traditional games such as three-legged and sack races and modern activities like speed-texting comps with some awesome prizes up for grabs. The Schweppes Recyclable Regatta is one event not to be missed on Sunday afternoon. Airlieâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s famous lagoon becomes a hive of activity as rafts made from recyclable material take centre stage in some hilarious races antics,. There are many other events and activities during the week-long program including comedy nights, starlight movies, fashion events, carnival rides, market stalls and much, much more. The Whitsunday Reef Festival is not to be missed, there is something for everyone - young or old. For more information, where to stay and what to do while in the Whitsundays for the Reef Festival, visit www.whitsundayreeffeestival.com.au

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V8's

Townsville

It may officially be the middle of Winter in North Queensland, but it’s getting hot in Townsville with the V8 Supercars heading north for the Castrol Townsville 500 from July 4-6 2014. In 2014, fans will be treated to an extra

For the first time, the event will showcase the

themed inflatable zone and race your friends

100km of racing, meaning drivers and crews

all-new Super Top. The Super Top will house

down Lightning McQueen’s awesome two-track

will need to win the battle of endurance in

music, bars, food stalls, dining areas and provide

inflatable slide.

order to master the circuit that snakes through

racegoers with shade and somewhere to

the streets of Townsville.

unwind throughout the day. On Saturday night,

The event delivers action both on and off the track for spectators and families. The V8 roadshow has grown over the last few years

artists Jessica Mauboy and Vanessa Amorosi.

can make their very own plane to take home! Or unleash the kids (and burn off some of that energy!) on the World Grand Prix Training Track,

Little race fans will also delight as the Disney

complete with its very own road, signs, flags,

category of motor sport and some of the most

Fun Zone returns trackside with more new and

cones, rumble strips and traffic lights.

talented drivers in the business, but off track fun

exciting interactive activities. Cars fans will be

including food, wine and entertainment.

able to meet, and take their photo next to life-

new viewing mound in pole position along the main straight, new stadium seating and premium hospitality suites with track side seating.

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performances by Australia’s top female recording

in the brand new Planes Hanger, where they

to provide fans with not only Australia’s top

The all-new event precinct for 2014 features a

the Super Top will become party central, with

Aspiring young racers will love getting creative

size replicas of Mack The Transporter and the one and only Lightning McQueen. The newly decked out B double trailer is the ultimate chill out zone,

The Castrol Townsville 500 is a fun-filled event for the whole family, with kids 14 and under receiving free trackside admission when entering with a paying adult (limit of one child per ticket).

featuring the latest Disney blockbuster, Planes!

For more information, or to purchase tickets, visit:

Explore and bounce in the fantastic new Planes-

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