PakMag Mackay - May 2014

pakmag MAY 2014

Mackay & Whitsundays

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ISSUE 19

parents & kids magazine for local families

Mum's Day Edition

• Mother's Day Classic • Off the Treadmill

Kids

MINI MAG Inside

Event

Guide Complete Guide of May Events

Perinatal Anxiety

Cover photo: Ta Da Photography

Risks & Solutions

win Tickets to 13-Storey Treehouse

Details on page 24

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May

Hello and welcome to our May edition. Firstly, Happy Mother’s Day to all our mum readers. This month is all about you!

The Mother’s Day Classic, one of Australia’s largest breast cancer research fundraisers, is coming to Mackay this month and if you needed inspiration to get involved in this important event, read our story about Nyrie Contour. It’s an amazing story and she wants to use her experience to raise awareness of the signs to look out for.

The mumpreneur phenomenon also seems to be here to stay as mums search for ways to create a flexible work life balance. If you’re thinking about self- employment as an option read our story on page 10-11.Have a great Mother’s Day and remember to tell everyone you read it in PakMag.

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parents 02 What’s New 05 Show & Tell 06 A Mother's Day Message 09 Mackay Christian College 10

Off the Treadmill

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Tech Talk

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PakHealth

16 Nutrition 19 PakRecipes 20 Top 5 Things To Do

Editor: Elaine Seager Regional Sales Manager: Tammy Parsons Publication Manager: Angela Julian NQ Sales & Biz Development: Angelina Mortley Graphic Designer: Trina Jensen Assistant graphic Designer: Sara Williams Articles: Elaine Seager, Jutta Dempsey, Amanda Cranston and submitted writers

23 Kid’s MiniMag

babies 33 Baby News: Perinatal Anxiety

things to win 24 WIN tickets to 13-Storey Treehouse

21 What’s On 23 Mini Mag 30 Out & About 33 PakBaby 37 The Parenting Journey 2

Publisher: Bree James

kids

39 Peppers Airlie Beach 40 Fav Pets

cover ModelS: Nyrie Contour and children Photography: Thanks to Ta Da Photography

43 HOME 44 HOME: Geometric 47 HOME: Craving IKEA 48 HOME: DIY

Mobile: 0427 725 624 Head office Phone: 4053 3331 Email: mackay@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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what’s

new

MEET & Mingle Fridays (from 6pm)

Million Paws Walk

May

FoodSpace

Harrup Park Country Club

Harrup Park is an award-winning venue and as a great little community hub, they are introducing a new Meet & Mingle group for newcomers to the area in their Bistro on Friday nights from 6pm. Anyone is welcome to attend. Call 4944 000 to reserve your table.

On Sunday 11 May they will also be hosting a Mother’s Day Wine & Jazz Picnic & Family Fun Day. A family pass costs $80 for two adults and two kids.

RELAY for Life Tues-Sun (9am-3pm) 24-25 May

18 May (Registration 7.30am)

61 Gordon Street Million Paws Walk continues to be one of RSPCA Queensland's most popular outdoor events for animal lovers and their furry friends. If you love your pooch then get involved by enjoying

The 2014 Mackay Relay For Life is being held this month at Harrup Park Country Club. Starting at 3pm on 24 May, teams of up to 15 people will keep the baton moving for 18 hours in a relay style walk or run overnight. Entry is $20 for adults, $15 for youths including a polo shirt and breakfast. If you want to join in or find out more go to www.relayforlife.org.au or call the Fundraising Hotline on 1300 65 65 85.

Deadly Choices

Teddy Bear's Picnic

Looking for a new place to meet other mums for a

a healthy 2.5km walk at Goose Ponds on 18 May. Registrations open 7.30am with the walk

coffee? Check out Mackay's latest place to unwind at

starting at 9am. Funds raised go to RSPCA Queensland to help complete the RSPCA Animal

15 June (10am-1pm)

Foodspace Café on Gordon Street. There is plenty of

Adoption Centre on Mt Bassett Road, which is currently under construction. For more

Queens Park

space for the kids to explore, dine in or picnic on their

information about the walk call 3426 9943.

expansive lawns. For bookings contact Foodspace on 4961 9719 or go to their facebook page at www.facebook.com/foodspacemackay

Dial a Local Doctor

NEW Kindy Room

Our annual Teddy Bears Picnic is coming up next month to raise funds for the Give Me 5 for Kids campaign to support the local children’s ward. There will be heaps of entertainment, stalls and activities.

This term C&K Marian Community Kindergarten, located within the grounds of Marian State School, has opened a new room and is currently taking enrolments. C&K educators

If your business would like to be a part of it you can book a stall by going to www.pakmag.com.au

Starting in May, the Yamadi HACC Service is running a six week Healthy Lifestyle Program

are all highly trained in delivering their play-based curriculum, which helps children prepare

We are also looking for volunteers on the day to help

for Aboriginal, Torres Strait Islander or Australian South Sea Islander people. It is for those

and adjust easily into school life. Children turning four by 30 June 2014 are eligible for

out so please email us at admin@pakmag.com.au if

who may already have developed a chronic disease such as diabetes or those at high risk.

kindergarten this year. For more information call 4954 3089 or email marian@candk.asn.au

you are able to spare some time.

The program will include guest speakers, some physical activity and cooking. For more information call Yamadi on 4957 8121.

Community Health Lactation Consultants We all know that breastfeeding gives your baby the best possible start in life but like anything new it can take a little while to get established. If you are experiencing difficulty in the early stages of breastfeeding your newborn, free support and advice is available from the fully qualified Lactation Consultants and Child Health Nurses at Child, Youth and Family Health.

Call them on 4968 3863.

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Have you ever suppressed the feeling of feeling sick till the kids are in bed or had to get up off your sickbed to make your toddler some food?

Dial a Local Doctor provides a service similar to what you would receive at your normal GP for those after hour problems. And it is 100% Bulk Billed. Next time you need a doctor in your home, call 1300 980 980. Available Weekdays 6pm-midnight and weekends 2pm-midnight. www.pakmag.com.au

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Show &Tell

comedy

Pete the Sheep 15-16 May

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

This brand-new 50-minute musical is based on Jackie French and Bruce Whatley’s quirky and quintessentially Australian picture book. The story, imaginatively told by four performers playing shearers, dogs and sheep, promises to raise a few baa-ha-ha’s. Venue: MECC (3 Shows). Suitable for kids aged 3-9 years and their families. Cost: $17.50.

NEW Cabbage Patch Kids Originally from South Africa, Dr Manda Brits is bringing a convenient new medical service to Mackay. A lifesaver for local families, Dial a Local Doctor will enable you to see a GP in your home after hours.

[1] Tell us about Dial a Local Doctor?

grew and grew until I knew that being a

After hours GP services are common in the

doctor was the only one job for me

larger cities and in December Zaffar Khan, the owner or Dial a Local Doctor, decided to open a service in Mackay. We see people with non-critical emergencies and all visits are 100% bulk billed to everyone who has a current Medicare card. For any major

[4] Tell me something most people wouldn't know about you? I love surprises and I regard every patient as a lucky packet. I never know what I’ll get until they talk to me!

problems like chest pain, complications of

[5] What do you love about living in

pregnancy or severe lacerations, patients

Mackay? The weather (most of the time!),

still have to call 000.

the birds, my family, my church family at

[2] What do you love about your work?

the Presbyterian Church and my garden

People, people and people!

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Glow in the Dark One of the world’s most iconic toys, the latest

[3] What did you want to be when you

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grew up? Since I was five years old I

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wanted to be ‘a nurse that brings babies’

and weekends and public holidays

party. They also come with realistic soft hair instead

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A Mother's DayMessage S to r y t h a n ks to : M i c h e ll e D ryburgh

Nyrie Contor was 28 weeks pregnant with twins when doctors diagnosed her with advanced breast cancer. She was 38 years old.

L

ess than two years later, Nyrie is winning

strength. Meanwhile, Nyrie was given just three

her battle with cancer and has made

days to decide whether or not to have her ovaries

it her personal mission to make other

and fallopian tubes removed to halt the supply of

young women aware of the risks. To help raise awareness, and much-needed funds for breast cancer research, Nyrie is coordinating Mackay’s inaugural Mother’s Day Classic High Tea. The event will be at Paxton’s Upstairs Gallery on Mother’s Day, following the 3.1km fun run, walk or ride. There will be an eclectic fashion parade, silent auction and lucky door prizes on offer but most importantly, it will be an opportunity for mums and daughters to hear Nyrie’s story, and learn about the warning signs to look out for.

38, but I had to look at what was going to keep me alive, and that outweighed the costs.”

Her surgery was followed by five months of chemotherapy. Nyrie was unable to come into contact with the twins or her young son, now six, for seven to 10 days after each week-long cycle.

She lost her hair, and grew violently ill. “It was at that point we had to get a nanny, we couldn’t manage otherwise,” Nyrie said. “I couldn’t touch the children and I wasn’t working so my husband

recalled. “It was quite close to my armpit, of the

had to work to cover the medical bills.”

The twins are now 18 months old and thriving – and Nyrie is doing much better too. She has

The lump was the size of a five cent piece, and

returned to work part time, exercises regularly,

prompted Nyrie to make an urgent appointment

maintains a healthy diet and also practices yoga

with her doctor. She was sent for an ultrasound

and meditation.

that afternoon, had a biopsy the following day,

A breastscreen is the best method available for detecting breast cancer early. At Breastscreen Qld your breastscreen is free if over 40, you will have 1:1 with a female professional with use of the latest digital mammography technology and you will be in and out in about 30 minutes

and just two days later - her worst fears were

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more children, and going through menopause at

shower when I happened to feel the lump,” Nyrie

away. I had a gut feeling something wasn’t right.”

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“It was gut wrenching,” she said. “It meant no

“I had been to a wedding and was getting into the

left edge of my breast. I was concerned straight

BREAST SCREEN

hormones to the cancer.

confirmed.

“I’m cautiously happy with how things are going,” she said. “I’m doing everything my doctors have told me to in the hope it will give me a longer

The diagnosis would be just the beginning of a

life. When you’re faced with your own mortality,

long, emotional and difficult journey. Nyrie’s twins

it makes you think. I definitely see life differently

were delivered by Caesarean at 32 weeks, and

now, and I make more time for creating fun,

spent six weeks in Mackay’s neonatal unit gaining

memorable times with my family.”

Nyrie Contour and children

The Mother’s Day Classic High Tea The Mother’s Day Classic High Tea is being held at Paxtons on 11 May (2pm).

Bookings are essential. Cost: $35.

Tickets can be obtained at the Out of the Box Shop or by contacting Nyrie on 0423 874 695. All proceeds will go to the National Breast Cancer Foundation. Go to www.mothersdayclassic.com.au to register for the run/walk.

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Written by Dr Craig Murison

Principal'sOffice The

I enjoy reading about leadership and some years ago I was reading how a leader should not have any barrier between themselves and those with whom they are meeting.

I changed my office set up so that my desk was

the Principal's Office other people would be

team members. Go to parent nights and take

against a wall and I could just turn in my chair

wondering what you might be in trouble for.

opportunities to chat with them when there is

to be around a coffee table when I met with

Rarely did anyone go to the Principal's Office

not a particular issue you want to discuss with

staff, parents or students. I liked the welcoming

for any other reason. While I have the good

them. Most Principal's and Senior School Staff

environment and how much more relaxed it

fortune to be in the position where the Principal's

I know are very approachable people. People

felt. I soon discovered though that not everyone

Office is not where students go when they are

are their business. Children are their business

was completely comfortable with my new

in trouble, it is how most of us experienced the

and children are part of families. Don't let any

office arrangements, especially parents, and in

Principal's Office when we were young. We would

negative experiences you might have had

particular mums, who often come to see me by

go with a sense of fear and nervousness, even

at school cause you to be more reluctant to

themselves. I thought hard about why that might

when we knew we were not in trouble.

engage with teachers, or prevent you from being

be. I think I worked it out.

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I suspect that many parents still feel that sense

as involved as you want to be in your child's education.

What I hadn't considered was that when

of nervous energy when they are coming to

people come to see me they are coming to the

the Principal's Office for their interview. I know

Principal's Office.

students still do.

School education is a partnership between

Just think about that for a minute. When we

I encourage you to engage with your school.

schools and parents. Work on the partnership.

were at school if you were seen waiting outside

Get to know the teachers and the leadership

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isillusioned with juggling full time

Now based back in Australia, Melody specialises

work with family life, a growing

in girls and women’s mid-length A-line skirts

number of women are stepping

while also exploring other areas of clothing and

off the corporate treadmill in pursuit of more

accessories. “I usually only make skirts that my

flexible work options. The recently coined term

daughters or I would wear. I love colours and try

“mumpreneur” which was added to the Collins

and keep my eye out for fabrics that are bright

English Dictionary in 2011 is now commonly

and/or unusual,” she says. “The best part of what

used to describe female entrepreneurs who

I do is that I can sew when I want and still be free

successfully work their businesses around

to do school pick ups and drop offs.” As well as

motherhood. And if recent statistics are

distributing her label through markets and local

anything to go by, more and more Australian

community stores, Melody also promotes and

women may be finally discovering the secret to

sells her designs through her facebook page;

“having it all.”

www.facebook.com/MonetAndLilyThreads.

More than just a passing trend, the

While the term “mumpreneur” is often used to

“mumpreneur phenomenon” is gaining

describe mums that work from home with their

increasing popularity and by all accounts,

kids, there are also an increasing amount of

appears to be here to stay. According the

women who are finding ways to run a business

Australian Bureau of Statistics, home-based

online or during school hours. According

businesses are now the fastest-growing small

to business owner Kim Kelly, mumpreneurs

business sector in the country, and a recent

needn’t restrict themselves to home-based

study by BankWest found that women are

opportunities. After establishing The Business

now starting businesses at twice the rate of

Booth in July last year, she and her female

men. Driven by a number of factors including

colleagues – who are at various stages of family

the rising cost of day care, inflexible working

life – have successfully juggled their work/life

conditions, and the guilt associated with missing

balance through a more modern approach to

out on time with their children, an increasing

business. “The fact that someone can’t work the

amount of women are embracing technology to

traditional 8 – 5 doesn’t mean you can’t tap into

redefine the way they work today.

their skills,” she says. In order to extend greater

Like many mumpreneurs, Melody Forrester’s business evolved from a hobby that soon attracted an enthusiastic following. “While living in Abu Dhabi in 2011, I couldn't find any

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flexibility to both their clients and themselves, the team offer strategic, low-cost business, marketing and finance advice from their website at: www.thebusinessbooth.com.au

skirts I liked so I began making my own using

While the pursuit of self-employment can

fabric from the local IKEA store,” she says. “When

certainly seem like an attractive option, it’s

one of my neighbours saw me wearing one

important to prepare yourself for the risk

she ordered a few off me straight away and it

and responsibilities it entails. Becoming

snowballed from there.” Named after Melody’s

solely responsible for your own income

two daughters, Monet & Lily Threads soon took

isn’t something to be taken lightly, but with

on a life of it’s own. “As word got around I was

the right preparation, good work ethic and

selling more and more each week, so I decided

positive outlook – it could be a life changing

to establish a label and a Facebook page.”

opportunity.

Mumpreneur Websites For more information on becoming a mumpreneur or to find support for your existing business, contact: • www.mumpreneursonline.com

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Screen time Guidelines Everything in Moderation

Technology is becoming a big part of

TECH Talk APP Reviews

our children’s day-to-day lives and while there are advantages, most people recognise that children’s use of technology needs monitoring, especially with the proliferation of hand held devices. As a

• Children who are allowed a device in

guideline the associations of American

their bedrooms have a 30 per cent

and Canadian Paediatricians recommend

greater risk of obesity. It has also been

that children 0-2 years of age should have

shown to impact their school grades.

no exposure to technology, 3-5 year olds should be restricted to one hour per day and 6-18 year olds should only be allowed access for 2 hours a day.

These recommendations are based on a number of research studies that show: • Too much technology restricts a child’s movement which can cause developmental delays

• Overuse of technology has been implicated in rising rates of psychological issues in children • One in eleven children aged 8-18 years are addicted to technology • High speed media can contribute to attention deficit, decreased concentration and memory

Mobile Devices What are other parents doing?

If you’re wondering whether you’re the only parents allowing your children to use mobile devices, fear not. A recent survey hosted by Bub Hub showed that nearly all parents allow their children to use them. Here are a few other findings that came out of the survey:

New: Maya the Bee - Flower Party Following her success on ABC TV Maya the Bee is launching her big screen movie career this year.

The app is targeted towards Maya fans but will also appeal to young children who enjoy exploring new virtual worlds.

Favourite: The Wrong Book One of our readers wrote in to tell us how much they love this app. It is a Gold winner of the Parents Choice Awards and is suitable for kids aged 3-8 years.

Popular: Petting Zoo This app has had over one million downloads and has received a lot of positive reviews for it’s quirky

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Health pak

The Time Factor

by Narelle Muller

news HEART Week

4-10 May

Heart

Health This year the Heart Foundation will be using Heart Week to urge

The single thing that stands between every parent and good health is time.

Australians suffer a heart attack but many may not realise they’re at risk.

of tag, skipping, a bike ride, dance to some

“I just don’t have time to exercise”, or “I

loud music until you’re sweaty, join in at

don’t have time to cook”, I’d be in early

the playground, set up an obstacle course –

retirement.

rediscover your inner child.

Now, I’m a working mother of three and

This almost always involves turning off the

I’m not about to claim I never cut corners. I

TV/PlayStation/computer and having some

• Discomfort in the neck or a choking or burning

can’t even say I always get it right. But the

real human interaction. Not only will you

feeling in the throat

one thing we do all have to admit is that we

be forging stronger bonds with the little

as adults are collectively responsible for the

person you love more than anything in the

rise in childhood obesity and for our own

world, you’ll be ensuring you both take

health. So as, for the first time in history,

steps on the road to fitness.

related), it is time to take stock.

By setting a good example, you are creating a healthier future for your family, so take a few minutes every day to do some form of physical activity with your child. A game

The warning signs can vary from person to person and they may not always be sudden or severe as many people expect.

• Aching or tightness in the lower jaw

• General ache, heaviness or pressure spreading from the chest to the shoulders • Heaviness, tightness, pressure or a crushing sensation in the centre of the chest

in young children (Type 2 being lifestyle-

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heart attack. Each year almost 10,000

If I had a dollar for every time I’ve heard,

cases of Type 2 Diabetes are being recorded

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people to learn the warning signs of a

Narelle Muller is a journalist and health writer of more than 20 years’ experience, as well as a qualified personal trainer. For more info call Fit & Well Health on 0402 114 754.

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Nutrition pak

Review Food

WEET-BIX Energize

Food

TO FEED or Not to Feed...

review

If you have been following the news in the past couple of months you may have seen the news stories about Santiago, ‘Columbia’s fattest baby’. He already weighs 19.5kg and he is only eight months old!

Anxiety has been pegged as the cause of

Here are my top 5 non-food related

Weet-Bix have just released a new range called

this weight gain as every time Santiago

distraction tips:

Energize, which is aimed at providing extra protein

cried, his mother would provide him with food or milk. I’m sure, like me, you read this

• Try a nice drink of cold water

at breakfast. This is great news for kids who love Weet-Bix as it means they will be getting an extra

and thought “yep, I can see how his mother

• Put on their favourite song and dance

7.4 grams of protein per serve of Weet-Bix at

used this as a way to cope.” Most of us know

around the lounge room together

breakfast which will help keep their tummies fuller

there is a big connection between emotions

(you will have a smile on your face too!)

for longer. It is also full of important B vitamins and

and food, and feeding a small child every time they are upset or anxious can lead to these behaviours being instilled for life.

In the case of Santiago, the food was being used as a distraction, and distraction can be

• Go for a stroll down the street

4.5g of fibre per serve to help with healthy bowels.

• Spend some quality time playing with the family pet or if you don’t have a family pet, talk to your child about animals

a wonderful thing. However, the best types

• Get out some photos of friends and family

of distractions do not compromise health.

and talk to your child about the photos

Rebecca mckenna is an Accredited Practising Dietitian.You can connect with Health Management and ask Rebecca questions on Facebook.

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different and is best for your baby. All babies are The main thing to remember is what ers are also moth according to age, hunger etc. All will follow different feeding regimens e would be to storage and feeding plans. My advic different with different rates of milk when they are es are very good at letting us know take notice of feeding cues, as babi has a 24 hours ralian Breastfeeding Association hungry. For expert advice the Aust ising Dietitian. or you could see an Accredited Pract hotline you can call (1800 686 268)

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Teddy Bears

pakmag TEAM

PAKMAG’S

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Picnic

pakmag TEAM Favourite Raspberry Oatmeal Cookie Bar

By Bianca Johns (PakMAG Promotions)

BOOK YOUR STALL NOW!

Ingredients • 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar • 1 cup self raising flour • 1/4 tsp baking powder • Pinch of salt • 1 cup of rolled oats • 1/2 cup of butter softened • 3 cups of frozen raspberries • 1/3 cup of sugar

We are expecting over 2000 people to attend this

pakmag

TEAM recipe

event! There will be lots of local entertainment and of course the inaugural Teddy Bear competition plus SeaFM will broadcast live from the event.

Raising money for SEAFM’s Give Me Five For Kids Campaign which raises money for the Mackay Base Hospitals Children’s ward.

STALL BOOKINGS

Bianca's Fav "I love this recipe as it is such a yummy snack that you can whip up very quickly. Great for afternoon and weekend snacks."

Preheat oven to 175oC. Grease a square pan or line with baking paper. Combine brown sugar, flour, baking powder, salt and rolled oats. Rub in the butter with your hands to form a crumbly mixture. Press 2 cups of the mixture into the bottom of the pan. On the stove heat 3 cups of frozen or fresh raspberries with 1/3 cup of sugar until it forms a beautiful raspberry sauce. Pour the raspberries over the oats mixture that is already in the pan. Making sure it covers the oats. Then sprinkle the rest of the crumb mixture over the top of the raspberries and lightly press down. Bake for 35-40min in the oven, or until brown. Allow to cool before cutting into bars.

Stalls are $100 if booked prior to 15 May and $150 for bookings after this date. 100% of the money from your booking will go to the fund.

We are also looking for local performers, businesses who want to donate a prize, and volunteers to help on the day.

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Pete The Sheep

Musical Comedy

15-16 May (3 Shows) MECC

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Courtney'S PICK

Oliver!

Musical comedy

This brand new 50-minute musical is based on Jackie

Mackay Musical Comedy Players perform the ever-popular

French and Bruce Whatley’s quirky and quintessentially

story of the boy who asked for more. Dickens’ characters

Australian picture book. It’s a hilarious musical comedy

are brought vividly to life with three shows to choose from,

imaginatively told by four performers playing shearers,

Friday 23 May (8pm), Saturday 24 May (2pm & 8pm). Get

dogs and sheep. Recommended for kids aged 3-9 years.

tickets online at www.mackaytix.com.au

Duration: 50 minutes, no interval. Ticket details to www.mackaytix.com.au for ticket details.

Things to do in MaY

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Movie Night

Under the Stars

17 May (6.30pm) Harrup Park

Catch Turbo on the big screen at Harrup Park Country Club.

Cost: $7 (Children two years and under go free). 10 per cent of ticket sales will be donated to Relay For Life. Gates open at 5pm with a Merry Go Round, train rides, jumping castle ($5 a ride or 2 for $8), face painting and food and beverage vans.

For details go to www.starlightscreeningsmackay.com.au

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Thanksgiving

Festival

31 May (10am) Jubilee Park The Thanksgiving Community Festival is a FREE annual event with lots of fun for families including rides, activities and entertainment. Take the family along to Jubilee Park on the corner of Wellington and Alfred Streets. The Official Ceremony will be held at 12.30pm at the Rotunda.

Kids Art Club

May 2014 DATE

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Andergrove Community Centre Mackay City Library Mackay Showgrounds Harrup Park Harrup Park Mackay City Library Cameron's Pocket CQ Con Music Theatre PCYC Mackay

Infant 0-8 week old drop in clinic Storytime for 2-5 year olds Stardust Circus Social Meet & Mingle Kids Club Monthly Party - Outdoor Movie Night (Free for members) Many Cultures Storytime Wintermoon Festival Movie Screening - Gloria Drive In Movie Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory

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Showgrounds Market Stardust Circus Stardust Circus Seaforth Markets Finch Hatton Markets Eungella Markets Stardust Circus Stardust Circus Infant/child drop in clinic (0-5 yrs) Stardust Circus Baby Bounce - Babies 0-18 months Baby Bounce - Babies 0-18 months Baby Bounce - Babies 0-18 months Falun Gong meditation and relaxation Infant/child drop in clinic (0-5 yrs) Infant/child drop in (0-5 yrs) Baby Bounce - Babies 0-18 months Parenting group (0-5 Months) by appointment Parenting group (0-5 Months) by appointment Infant/child drop in clinic (0-5 yrs) Infant/child drop in clinic (0-5 yrs) Stardust Circus

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This ongoing term-based art program for kids by renowned local artist, Rosemary Payne, explores and responds to the exhibitions on show through fun-filled, art activities. Cost: $150 per child, inc. materials. There are two age groups: 6-8 year olds (10am-12noon) and 9-12 year olds (1-3pm). Bookings essential. Call 4961 9722 to book.

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"Take mum to the Jazz & Wine Picnic at Harrup Park on 11 May."

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VENUE MECC Andergrove Community Centre Mackay Showgrounds Mackay City Library Harrup Park Mackay Showgrounds Milton Street Mackay Showgrounds Mackay Showgrounds Harrup Park Magpies Sporting Club Mount Pleasant Shopping Centre Palm Ave, Seaforth Mackay Showgrounds Mackay Community Health Centre Mackay City Library Gordon White Library Mirani Library Mackay Community Health Centre Calen QCWA Hall Sarina Library Tommy Webster Hall, Walkerston Mackay Community Health Walkerston Tommy Webster Hall Sarina Community Health MECC Andergrove Community Centre Mackay City Library Harrup Park MECC MECC

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Materials [1] Brown Paper Bags [2] Bakers Twine [3] Felt Hearts [4] Glue [5] Plastic Heart Beads [6] Shredded Tissue Paper [7] Scissors

pink = family

Instructions [1] Start by decorating your bag. Simply glue the felt heart

shapes onto your paper bag.

[2] Cut a length of bakers twine - approximately 150cm in

length. Wind this around and around your paper bag.

[3] As a finishing touch, thread some beads through the twine

This makes a beautiful gift bag for Mum or a special friend.

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: What is the most important day in Egypt?

A: Mummy’s Day!

Q: Why do elephants paint their toenails red?

Q: Why is a computer so smart?

A: So they can hide in a strawberry patch.

A: It listens to its motherboard.

Q: Where did the spaghetti go to dance?

A: The meat ball!

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VENUE Mackay Showgrounds Field of Dreams Sarina Mackay Showgrounds Artspace Mackay Harrup Park Artspace Mackay Milton Street Goose Ponds Mackay Showgrounds Mackay PCYC Holy Rosary Church, Marian Palm Ave, Seaforth Mackay City Library Gordon White Library Mirani Library Mackay Community Health Centre The Dispensary Botanic Gardens Mackay Community Health Centre Pioneer Valley School of Dance Sarina Library Tommy Webster Hall, Walkerston Mackay Community Health Sarina Community Health Walkerston Tommy Webster Hall Andergrove Community Centre Mackay City Library Harrup Park MECC Bob Wood Cultural Hall Sarina

23/05/14 Artspace Mackay

green = kids

ENTERTAINMENT/EVENT NAME

TIME

Mackay Home Show and Caravan, Camping Expo Celebrating 25 Years of Art - Free workshops for kids, mini markets Mackay Home Show and Caravan, Camping Expo Kids Art Club - Bookings essential Movie Night - Turbo and family fun night Kids Art Club - Term 2 Showgrounds Market Million Paws Walk Mackay Home Show and Caravan, Camping Expo Dancing Together Initiative Marian Markets Seaforth Markets Baby Bounce - Babies 0-18 months Baby Bounce - Babies 0-18 months Baby Bounce - Babies 0-18 months Infant/child drop in clinic (0-5 yrs) Casual Tuesday Falun Gong meditation and relaxation Infant/child drop in clinic (0-5 yrs) Infant/child drop in clinic (0-5 yrs) Baby Bounce - Babies 0-18 months Parenting group (0-5 Months) by appointment Parenting group (0-5 Months) by appointment Infant/child drop in clinic (0-5 yrs) Infant/child drop in clinic (0-5 yrs) Infant 0-8 week drop in clinic Storytime for 2-5 year olds Social Meet & Mingle Oliver!

Sarina Art Extravaganza

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Exhibition Opening: The Art of George Baldessin

6.00pm

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VENUE MECC MECC Local Beaches Harrup Park Milton Street Sarina Showgrounds Harrup Park Local Beaches Harrup Park Artspace Mackay Palm Ave, Seaforth Mackay Community Health Centre Mackay City Library Gordon White Library Mirani Library Botanic Gardens Mackay Community Health Centre Artspace Mackay Sarina Library Sarina Community Health Mackay Community Health Walkerston Tommy Webster Hall Tommy Webster Hall, Walkerston MECC Andergrove Community Centre Mackay City Library Jubilee Park Milton Street

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ENTERTAINMENT/EVENT NAME Oliver!

Oliver!

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Easter fun at Caneland Central Easter fun at Caneland Central

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Easter fun at Caneland Central

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By Michelle Bell

P

Y GROU A L P T S E G R A L ’S ELAND CENTRAL

CAN

L A R T N E C MUMMY

uarter, in Once a q on with conjunc ti p a n e l of a , Pa k M a g ss will discu speakers g n ti n re a p dif ferent to e clusiv topics ex C EN T R A L Y M M MU only. e memb rs

Baby Issues

Anxiety

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MO OF EVERY Y A D S E U ND T

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Caneland Central will be ‘the’ place to be on the 2nd Tuesday of every month if you have babies and toddlers. Mummy Central members will receive various retailer offers and discounts and have access to special upcoming events. To view retailer offers and register for your loyalty card, please visit the Customer Service Desk.

Want to sell your home for the highest price?

Make the right move.

Pregnancy and the first year after the baby’s birth (the Perinatal period) can be a positive and beautiful experience but it is also one of the most significant life events people experience, writes Michelle Bell.

Expecting a baby, giving birth and becoming

• Lack of emotional or practical support

Anxiety becomes more of a problem if these

a parent bring many great expectations and

• Current or history of domestic violence

symptoms are present:

changes, and many parents find adjusting to

or trauma

• Persistent and excessive worry, anxiety or fear

• Current stressful life events

that interferes with daily functioning tasks, or

• Unwanted or unplanned pregnancy

stops you going out with your baby or leads

these changes and new roles challenging.

About one in ten women experience antenatal anxiety and/or depression, increasing to about one in seven women in the postnatal period. It also affects 10 per cent of fathers. Anxiety and

to anyone, because you could not meet a more hard working, honest, reliable, friendly person to assist you in achieving your goal of selling your home and achieving the highest price.”

Dianne Murdoch, Blacks Beach

• Stresses relating to child care

much has been done to raise awareness of

• Neonatal medical problems

Perinatal Depression, information about Perinatal Anxiety is often overlooked. However Perinatal

be present without depression.

• Neonatal loss and physical health issues

Besides the general risk factors for Anxiety

And, if that weren’t enough, society and the

(difficulty adjusting to your changing role and

media present idealised images and prescribed

lifestyle) there are some quite specific things that

behaviours about what a ‘good’ parent/mother

may increase the risk of Perinatal Anxiety.

should be and many women and their partners

These include:

• Fear that the baby will become ill or die

have fallen short of these ideals.

treated and early intervention and emotional

• History or family history of anxiety

can enjoy time with their baby. Some of the ways

or depression

to help deal with anxiety include not expecting

• High expectations of the pregnancy and labour and feelings of failure when these

you to constantly check on your baby.

• Constant irritability, restlessness or difficulty concentrating.

• Physical symptoms such as heart palpitations, shortness of breath, tense muscles, or finding it difficult to relax or fall asleep at night.

• Panic attacks - episodes of fear and panic that feel overwhelming and uncontrollable.

If you, or your partner, are experiencing any of these symptoms talk to your Obstetrician, Midwife, Child Care or GP. GPs can provide immediate psychological support, check for physical symptoms and refer onto programs that provide psychological support.

The good news is that Perinatal Anxiety can be support enable parents to recover faster so they

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can feel like they have failed if they perceive they

• Complex births

or perfectionism

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• Pregnancy • Birth or breast feeding complications

• Personal characteristics like low self-esteem

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• Temperament of the baby

depression, if not more so and severe anxiety can

• Fear of childbirth

Emma Elliott 0413 925 122

• Many children

Depression often walk hand-in-hand and while

Anxiety is likely to be at least as common as

Testimonial: “I would recommend Emma

• First child

For more information go to www.beyondblue.org.au (1300 22 4636) or www.panda.org.au (1300 726 306).

too much of yourself, having plenty of rest,

Michelle Bell is a Mental Health Liaison

talking about the changes in your life with your

Officer at Townsville-Mackay Medicare Local.

partner and health professionals, socialising with other new mums, eating healthily and avoiding drugs and alcohol.

Some information sourced beyondblue website.

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Baby

Baby Dental

EARLY Arrival

Tips

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Reflux in babies is fairly common because the sphincter valve is underdeveloped, the oesophagus is short and they lie down a lot.

ORGANIC Bedding

Unfortunately it can even cause tooth decay in babies’ first teeth as the stomach acids weaken the enamel. Reflux, commonly known as heartburn, can start in infants and continue on into childhood and adult life. So if your baby is fighting feeds, has 20-minute ‘catnaps’, has sour breath and is not

Miracle

Babies Month

MORNING Sickness

Baby

This month the Miracle Babies Foundation will be raising awareness about the programs and resources they provide to support premature and sick babies and their families.

NEWS

Up to 90 per cent of pregnant women

worth checking out. Acupressure involves

are affected by morning sickness, usually

massaging tender points along energy

in their first trimester. The causes are not

lines and can provide relief for some

entirely clear but high levels of hormones

women. There are three points to try

and blood pressure fluctuations are

pressing: 1) on the inside of your wrist,

thought to be contributing factors.

two thumb widths up from the wrist

For most women, dietary and lifestyle

Babies are often admitted into specialised medical units if they are born prematurely (before 37 weeks gestation), they have a low birth weight, there have been difficulties

crease 2) in the small hollow just below your inner ankle bone and 3) the line

There are approximately 45,000 babies born

with their everyday life. These include

running down from the hollow between

each year that require the help of a Neonatal

identifying and avoiding triggers (eg.

your collar bones down past the sternum

Intensive Care Unit (NICU) or Special Care

foods that make your nauseous), avoiding

(press deeply on the most tender spots).

changes can help them continue

an empty stomach (always have a few dry crackers handy), eating small quantities more often and drinking plenty of fluids.

Acupuncture and acupressure are also

In extreme cases, if these lifestyle changes don’t provide any relief, see you doctor about medical treatments that are safe for your baby.

during their delivery, they have medical complications or if they’re one of a set of multiples.

Many new mums seek out organic products for their new

Nursery (SCN). Of these, about 25,000 are

For information about how the Miracle

baby so if you want peace of mind that your precious

born prematurely. For the families involved

Babies Foundation supports premature

newborn is sleeping safely, check out the gorgeous range

it can be a very stressful and overwhelming

and sick newborns and their families go to

of baby bed and cot sets at www.ecocotton.com.au. In

journey of highs and lows as they navigate the

www.miraclebabies.org.au or call the 24Hr

response to the trend for more ‘green’ products, Eco-Cotton

very technical environment where their baby

Family Support Helpline on 1300 622 243.

make their range from 100% certified organic cotton.

receives care.

growing well, speak to your doctor.

SLING Safety Following a recent inquest where a baby sling was found to be a factor in a three-week old baby’s death, authorities are developing a campaign to educate parents about how to use baby slings safely.

The key tips are: • Keep your baby’s face uncovered (especially the nose and mouth) • Avoid your baby being curled in a ‘C’ position with their chin against their chest • Be extra careful about using slings with premature or low weight babies, or those with a cold • Reposition your baby after breastfeeding to make sure their airways are clear • Check on them regularly

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By Jutta Dempsey

Parent Series2

Really knowing your

Child

Research shows that temperament is innate and the key to effective parenting is understanding the particular character traits your child is born with. Without this knowledge parenting and discipline are largely just ‘hit and miss’.

IN W

Win a $500 Pamper Pack for your mum

Understanding your child’s, and your own temperament, occurs usually over time and with increasing self-awareness and insight. Slowly, as your child develops, you work out if they are like either parent or another family member, or their own little soul. The lucky ones are like one or both parents because then you instinctively understand your child’s ‘manual’.

TO ENTER TELL US WHY YOUR MUM DESERVES TO WIN?

observations. Here are four of the basic elements

and kerastase hair treatment. Mum can then

[1] Extrovert or Introvert

will be completed with a light make-up application and hair styling session.

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Extroverts are talkative, smiley, enthusiastic, impulsive and recharge their energy by being around lots of other people. Introverts are

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them to over-indulge their child’s social wariness

honesty and fairness and use logic to reason and

by helping them avoid potentially stressful

solve problems.

situations. This may seem like a good idea but it

adaptable, love change and don’t particularly enjoy structured time and routine. Judgers are orderly, dependable and like things to be predictable.

could also limit their experiences and life lessons.

Temperaments within families are often varied.

Sometimes children and parents may even have opposite temperaments, which causes them to grate on each other but trying to change your child’s temperament rather than making allowances will only lead to difficulties and

This information can provide some valuable

unhappiness. Part of the journey to effective

insights for your parenting. For example:

parenting is understanding these differences

Extrovert Parent & Introvert Child:

in temperament and adjusting your style of parenting accordingly. Once you do this you will achieve much greater family harmony.

exhausted by being around a lot of people.

need to quietly recharge as a problem and push

For more details on understanding and parenting

them to be more social. Reading their ‘manual’

[2] Sensor or Intuitive

children with different temperaments go to

incorrectly in this way could cause them to

www.directionspsych.com.au

Sensors love to make and do things, are very observant and usually focused on the here and of how things go together, they’re imaginative, love new ideas and are interested in the future.

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of this depth of understanding could cause

a passion for knowing what’s true, they respect

Extrovert parents may see their introvert child’s

reserved, reflective, prefer quiet and get

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understand an introverted child, the down side

get upset by conflict and anger. Thinkers have

Perceivers are happy-go-lucky, relaxed,

of temperament:

pedicure followed by lunch. The afternoon

While introvert parents find it much easier to

being liked is very important to them and they

can help parents gain this awareness and

scrub, organic mango and coconut body mask

can close her eyes and enjoy a revitalising spa

Feelers are kind and considerate of others,

[4] Perceiver or Judger

formal test you can make some of your own

relax and enjoy a full body massage. Next she

Introvert Parent & Introvert Child:

There are a number of ways psychologists insight to help with parenting, but without a It will start with an invigorating sea salt body

[3] Feeler or Thinker

feel overwhelmed, resulting in withdrawal, meltdowns, low self-confidence and oppositional behaviours. Your child will have much higher self-

Jutta Dempsey is the principal psychologist

esteem if you show you understand their need

at Directions Learning & Behaviour Guidance.

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By Holly Moore

AIRLIE BEACH Pack your swimsuit, grab your camera, don your best resort wear and get ready to explore the beautiful Whitsunday region On a recent weekend trip to Peppers Airlie Beach,

on the side of a pink lemonade makes all the

tempura soft-shell mud crab, and salt and pepper

the views from our two-bedroom Ocean View

difference! In the evening we made reservations

prawns. For his main he chose Prime Tasmanian

Suite took our breath away but it seemed to

at the resort’s open air Tides Restaurant and Bar

Salmon Crab Salad with piquillo peppers, basil

have quite the opposite affect on the kids. They

where we were warmly greeted and shown to

and asparagus cream. The whole meal, including

ran around squealing with delight, “Mum, have

our table with views over the Whitsunday Islands.

the Valrhona Chocolate Dessert Plate for Two,

you seen the spa?”, “Mum, we have our own

The menu had so many delicious items on it that

was absolutely delicious; all I can say is “Five

bathroom”, “Mum look at the size of the veranda...

it was difficult to choose - I usually only have two

stars!” The food really was exceptional so I would

WITH cockatoos sitting on it!!!”

courses but the food was so amazing that I went

definitely recommend eating in-house for at least

for all three.

one meal during your stay.

Peppers Airlie Beach are all beautifully designed

The girls chose pizza and fish and chips (of

Airlie Beach is one of those places where you

and very well appointed with all the self-catering

course), which they declared to be the best ever.

can do as much or as little as you want. There are

facilities you could ever need plus satellite TV and

Their meals included drinks and dessert.

plenty of day tours and adventure activities that

The one, two and three bedroom apartments at

air-conditioning. The girls loved the massive spa in the middle of the main bathroom declaring “We should definitely get one of these at home.”

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After much deliberation I finally decided on an entree of Portobello Mushrooms with olive

can be organised through the resort, or you can just choose to relax and laze the days away.

toast, rocket, parmesan, truffle oil and fresh

Peppers Airlie Beach offers five-star chic elegance

After checking out the rooms the next thing we

lemon, followed by Spiced Duck Breast with

but the relaxing tropical ambience also makes it

obviously had to do was head down to the wet

sweet potato, red curry dressing, salt and pepper

comfortable and fun for families. Every member

edge pool, where we sipped on cocktails as the

cuttlefish, bean shoots, Thai basil and jasmine

of the family, both kids and grown-ups, is

girls had a blast jumping from the heated spa

rice. My husband settled on Four Tastes of the

guaranteed to have a great time. Best of all? It’s

into the refreshing pool. The staff were wonderful

Sea to start which included a prawn cocktail

like going away on an expensive overseas holiday

and went the extra mile for the kids - small things

salad, Hervey Bay scallop, champagne mornay

but it’s not far from our own backyards.

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Geometric

Easy ways to go Geometric

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Lighting ideas

Design tips

styling advice

Tiling Tips

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Geometric

MAY 2014

Got a decorating dilemma?

Send in a photo of your room to elaine@pakmag.com.au and we’ll

Design Tips

get our experts at Bold Interiors to give you some design ideas.

Design

Ideas

Geometric patterns are popping up

way, it’s an easy DIY style to achieve - try

everywhere this year. The edgy trend of

combining varying colours and the scale

triangles and trapeziums can be seen in

of shapes.

fabrics, lighting, rugs, furniture and even

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Design Tips: • Pick one or two items with varying shapes and colours. For example, larger scale geometric forms versus multiple

tiles.

Easy Ways To Go Geometric:

Like many recent trends, the geometric

• Lighting – look for some subtle

style is a revival from the 80’s that came

angular lighting

• Share the pattern around and evenly

through to home décor from the catwalks.

• Floors – introduce a new rug that

to the ceiling. For example, use a floor

The diversity of this pattern can be mixed and matched with multiple styles from

contrasts or complements the colours in the room

coloured patterns.

distribute your geometry from the floor

• Try it in your kid’s bedrooms – it’s a fantastic trend to incorporate into kid’s rooms and they will love the bold shapes and colours.

TilingTips from Floorzone

rug and pendant that have geometric shapes rather than a floor rug and floor

Lively and brazen patterns are on trend in

• Walls – add eye-catching geometric

cushion with similar patterns - the key is getting an even spread.

tiles. They make a dramatic statement in

artwork

with geometric wallpaper or tiles?

• Accents – look for geometric designs

• Look around online for DIY wall decals.

Alternatively, a cheaper approach is

on cushions, vases, plant pots, napery

And check out Pinterest for inspiration.

to bring in some subtle accents. Either

or other decorative items

Industrial and retro to contemporary chic.

If you’re feeling bold why not create some ‘wow’ factor by redecorating

your home and work especially well with neutral colour schemes where the tiles can take the spotlight.

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Home edition

Craving IKEA?

MAY 2014

DEsign Trends

Designer Pinboards: While pin boards used to be restricted to bland notice boards, cork boards and fabric boards, two Sydney designers have set up a new business offering a more inspiring and stylish alternative. As well as being durable, they are also “self healing” meaning that the board closes over once a pin is removed. Visit www.designerpinboards.com.au

Splurge on Kids Style: If you’re not keen on bright plastic Dora or Thomas furniture in your home and want something a little more aesthetically pleasing, then check out this gorgeous coffee table and stool set from www.gatherkids.com.au. It has been designed to integrate into modern family furnishings.

While living in regional Australia has many advantages, one thing we don’t have is IKEA home of stylish, affordable furniture and homeware products. However, an entrepreneurial mum in Townsville is on a mission to bring IKEA products to NQ families who want more choice. You can now order IKEA products to be picked up at their Townsville depot or if you happen to be visiting Townsville you can get it delivered to your home for an extra fee.

Go to www.swedentoyou.com.au to find out more.

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Some things just don’t mix and kids and glass are one of them. So, if you’re concerned about exuberant kids running through windows or glass doors, you can reduce the risk with safety window film. It can be applied to any glass surface, acting as a membrane that holds the broken glass together if an accident occurs. So instead of sharp shards flying out from a breakage the film holds the shattered pieces securely in place. It is already a requirement for pre-schools and schools. For more information or to find a professional installer near you please refer to the WFAANZ website www.wfaanz.org.au

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Home edition

May 2014

Design Tips

Painted Glass Jars diyhome

By Sofie Buchholz

Painted glass jars are popular in DIY styling. They can be useful for highlighting an accent colour and are great in a small space. Pops of colour are continuing to come through within home décor ranges.

One way to create a more sophisticated finish that preserves the shine of the glass is to paint a jar, vintage crystal or glass vase by painting the inside surface.

We coloured these vases to pick up the green in the lampshade and highlight the colours of the wall art.

To Make: • Recycle interesting food jars or search second hand shops for vintage glass and crystal ware.

• Select a viscous paint that can be poured and run around the inside of the vase. House paint has a suitable viscosity. Acrylic paint is a more economical option but would need to be painted onto the inside of the vase, which can leave streaks and appear uneven.

• Pour a small amount of paint into the bottom of your glass vase. A medicine syringe can help squirt paint into the bottom of vases with small openings.

• Tip the vase around until the paint has covered the inside surface of the vase.

• Pour out the excess paint and wipe off any paint drips on the outside of the glass vase.

• Allow the vase to partly dry upside down – an old dish rack is useful to help drain out excess paint.

• Allow the vase to fully dry in an upright position, making any touch ups within the jar if necessary.

Sofie Buchholz is the owner of Tinker and Tailor.

For more information call 0428 747 904.

DIY Products • Jars and vases, recycled from home and purchased from St. Vincent De Paul, $1-$2 • Dulux Paint, Picture Box Green, Bunnings, $10 Featured Products (thanks to Momi, Mt Pleasant) • Cover lampshade, Tinker and Tailor Sewing School and Design, $60 • Plates, Kate Spade, David Jones, Set of 4, $99 • Cushion, Adairs, From $34.95

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