PakMag Mackay – November 2015 Issue 37 by Grand Publishing

ISSUE NO. 37 NOV 2015 MACKAY

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06 Entertainment: Check This Out 08 Feature: Teaching your kids the

Hello and welcome to our November edition of PakMag Can you believe we are getting so close to Christmas!? It feels like only yesterday I was putting the Christmas tree back in to its box! We are ringing in our fourth year in Mackay and couldn’t be more grateful for the support from our advertisers and the community. We’re celebrating with our Party Guide, as well as some great Christmas preparation ideas and our feature on the importance of giving, gratitude and charity. What else is in store for this month? We’ve got some great tips on helping your child master maths and our travel guide to the perfect family “Baliday.” Make sure you also check out our great 35 tips on budgeting, just in time for Christmas! Wishing you a great November as the weather heats up and the kids enjoy their final weeks of the school year. Until next time, don’t forget to tell everyone, you read it in PakMag.

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Importance of Giving

11 Education: Tips for Mastering Maths 15 Mackay Christian College: Mental

Health - It’s Not Taboo!

17 Health: Slip Slop Slap 19 Tips for a Healthier Pregnancy 20 Bump & Bub 23 Whats On 25 Mini Mag 32 Craft Corner: Christmas 34 Celebrate: Host a Pony Party 37 2015 Party Guide 41 What’s News in Business

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42 Travel Series: Bali Bliss 44 Christmas Preparation 46 Home: Injecting Colour 48 Snapped 66 Daddy Diary by Scott

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Santa is Coming to Caneland Central WHEN: Saturday 7 November WHERE: Outside Myer, Caneland Central MORE INFO: www.candlandcentral.com.au Santa arrives on 7 November this year and is so excited to meet and greet all the little ones.

Airlie Beach Festival of Music WHEN: Friday 6 November 2015 to Sunday 8 November 2015 WHERE: 1/2579 Shute Harbour Rd, Jubilee Pocket QLD MORE INFO: www.mackayecc.com.au Airlie Beach Festival of Music is a celebration of people coming together and bonding through the power of music. You can expect an impressive line-up for the three main concerts from Friday 6 November to Sunday 8 November with a selection of 20 epic bands. Festival goers have a choice of buying a one day pass or a three day pass depending on how many bands they want to see. Passes start at $120 for a one day pass or $245 for a three day pass.

Kids First Aid Course WHEN: Saturday 21 November 2015 10am - 1pm WHERE: Quest Mackay, 38 Macalister Street MORE INFO: www.kidsfirstaid.com.au/course-dates Kids First Aid teaches the ‘must do’ actions in a 3-hour course and is a valuable skill for all parents to possess. The cost for the three-hour course is $85.00 and is a valuable skill for all parents to possess.

Acting and Stunt Classes Coming to Whitsundays WHEN: Enrolments open now for January 2016 WHERE: Cannonvale State School Hall MORE INFO: www.wfmts.com.au or www.storylandentertainment.com.au, phone 0419 722 060 email info@ wfmts.com.au Storyland Entertainment has recently announced that they, along withWhitsunday Film Musical & Theatrical Society Limited will be hosting workshops by NIDA, Australia’s premier acting school and the world renowned Stunt Academy during the 2015-16 school holidays in January. If you have children that love to perform or you love to perform yourself, then these intimate 1-4 day workshops will give all involved a chance to go behind the scenes and experience life on stage.

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WHEN: Sunday 22nd November, 2015, 1.30pm to 3.00pm WHERE: Mount Pleasant Shopping Centre MORE INFO: www.pakmag.com.au Come and welcome Santa to Mount Pleasant Shopping Centre. Plenty of FUN and prizes for the family! Entertainment, Games and Christmas Carols. FREE Entry! Proudly bought to you by PakMag, Mt Pleasant Shopping Centre, Zinc and QCCU.

“The Cat With No Tail” Book Launch WHEN: Wednesday 18 November, 4pm to 4:30pm WHERE: Gordon White Library MORE INFO: www.mackay.qld.gov.au/libraries/ Enjoy a reading and afternoon tea with local Mackay author Kat Ilich as she debuts her children’s book, The Cat With No Tail. Giveaways, games, book reading and signings will be available and bookings are preferred.

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TEACHING YOUR KIDS THE IMPORTANCE OF

Giving

Story Jenna Gallina

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

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

PARTICIPATE IN SCHOOL DONATION DRIVES

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

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

WRITE LETTERS Spend some time writing and delivering letters to those in the community who would appreciate a hand-written card. VOLUNTEER Participate in the working bees at the school, get involved in a community project or visit those who are less fortunate. DONATE TOYS AND CLOTHING Ask your children to choose what items to give to Vinnies or another charity. It can be difficult for them to part with certain items but this is such a big step to teaching them the importance of giving. ADOPT A PET If you are looking into getting a pet, go to the RSPCA or a similar shelter. If you are not ready for a pet, then ask to see if there are any opportunities to volunteer with the kids.

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PLANT TREES IN A COMMUNITY GARDEN Trees are an important part of the ecosystem, and planting one makes a difference in your community for years to come. Make a point of planting trees with your kids and explaining the integral role those trees play in the ecosystem. GET THEM INVOLVED IN HOUSEHOLD DISTRIBUTION For younger children, start them on the path to kindness by asking them to pass out cake, cookies and other sweets when guests are over. Teaching them to give the guests their plate first is a simple tactic used to explain the concept of sharing and giving. MAKE GIFT GIVING LISTS Rather than focus on letters to Santa, ask your children to write three lists – one list of items they would like to receive, one list of items they would like to give to family members and one list of items they would like to give to those less fortunate.

START A KINDNESS CHART

BAKE YOUR APPRECIATION

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

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

ENCOURAGE SHARING & LISTENING AT THE DINNER TABLE Make it a habit of sitting down as a family and everyone sharing a story, a joke, the best and worst part of their day, or anything they want to discuss. Take turns going around the table and stress the importance of listening to each other. CREATE A GRATITUDE SCRAPBOOK Give your children your camera or smart phone and ask them to take photos of the various things they are grateful for around the house. Print out the photos and paste them into a scrapbook. USE STICKY NOTES Leave sticky notes for each family member to thank them for something you appreciate. MAKE A GRATITUDE VIDEO If you have little performers in the house, then they probably already love the camera. Make a thankyou video for someone who has showed kindness or done something nice for your children.

KEEP THE END GOAL IN MIND If the phrase “I want one!” is a common one in your household, then know that you are not alone. Children’s worlds are naturally all about them and it takes time for children to understand that other people matter too. It can be so frustrating (and slightly embarrassing) trying to teach a child about empathy and kindness but be patient. Try to see it from your child’s perspective - it can be extremely difficult to understand the feelings that often come with watching someone else receive a gift – anger, jealousy, sadness, frustration. Try not to be too hard on your children if they get upset. Little steps around the house will encourage kindness and help them understand just how important giving and gratitude is for a healthy, happy life.

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EDUCATION

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MATHS STORY Rebecca Harris, Catholic Education Cairns

Maths is everywhere. We use it every day, even if we don’t realise it. Mathematics helps us to understand and describe our world, solve everyday problems, make predictions, develop our abstract reasoning and make better decisions. But, for many kids, a love of maths doesn’t come naturally. Or easily. Helping your child learn to love maths starts at home. Here is what you can do: Promote a sense of relevance and interest in mathematics. Make connections between math and everyday life which encourages them to want to use maths. Taking part in everyday activities like going to the shops, cooking, or even setting the table can help your child with maths. Getting dressed and learning to take turns when playing a game all help your child to understand patterns and shapes, measuring and sorting. Bring maths into your daily reading routine. Reading to children is a treasured activity. What better way to integrate mathematics into the lives of children than to read them stories that bring mathematical ideas to life? Children’s books related to mathematics can be separated into four categories: counting books, number books, storybooks and concept books. Some good ones to consider are Alfie’s Number by Shirley Hughes, One, Two Buckle My Shoe by Melissa Everett, Sorting Through by Spring-Lizann Flatt and What’s a Fraction by Nancy Kelly Allen. Connect play time with maths. There are plenty of board games and card games that can help encourage maths but you can also incorporate math lessons in other ways as well. Play ‘shop’ and count out money. Play ‘builder’ and measure various items around the house. Children need lots of experiences in making, counting, drawing and talking about numbers. Make connections for your child by explaining how numbers and counting are a part of everyday life.

Think outside the traditional maths lessons. You may feel that the maths your child is doing at school is different from how you were taught, but you will still be able to support your child in many ways and encourage your child with other ways to solve maths problems. Giving your child more than one way to solve a problem is highly beneficial to their learning. After all, there is always more than one way to get the right answer. Encourage them to problem solve. Problem solving is about engaging with real problems - guessing, discovering, and making sense of mathematics. It is about developing young mathematicians who have an 'understanding of the world, the ability to reason mathematically, an appreciation of the beauty and power of mathematics and a sense of enjoyment and curiosity about the subject'. You can help them build their problem solving skills without them even realising it. Encourage them to ask questions, to analyse the information they have been given and to look at the various ways to solve the problem. Focus on their individual journey. Like reading and writing, maths is something that we are constantly learning and consistently using. Maths today is about understanding number patterns, not learning by repetition. Avoid comparing your own maths skills with that of your child’s. Saying things like "I was bad as maths too" is one of the worst things you can do as it lowers their own expectations of themselves.

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

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Mental Health IT's NOt TABOO!

STORY Dr Craig Murison

One in four

Australians experience mental illness.

It is so good to see mental health slowly becoming less of a taboo and less of an uncomfortable topic for people to talk about.

According to the Australian Psychology Association one in four Australians will experience mental illness in their lifetimes. Perhaps even more troubling is that one in seven Australian children experience some kind of mental health issue. It is bad enough for adults to try to cope with mental health in an environment that still, largely, stigmatizes the experiences. Try putting yourself in the shoes of a child or young person who is struggling with mental health issues. They do not have life experiences to draw on to help them contextualize and articulate what they are experiencing. They are already engrossed in a struggle to feel “normal” and “fit in”. We are not talking about kids experiencing difficulties or going through times of worry and fear. These are often just normal parts of growing up, of life. We have a wonderful opportunity to make a positive contribution to help those in our community who experience problems with mental health. We can make things much easier for our children and our children’s children than it has been for us. One of the ways we can do this is in the ways we engage with and in front of our children, in conversations about the issues. Just for a moment let’s liken mental

health issues with ageing (please don’t get caught up with my choice of analogy – just follow it through and you will see where I am going… I hope). When we talk about old people we tend to immediately think of dementia. Yet, the fact is that 80 per cent of older people do not experience significant dementia. Our natural inclination is to think the worst. I think mental health has become a bit like that too. When we think of mental health we think of the worst kinds of issues. Of course, the reality is the vast majority of mental health illnesses are nowhere near the worst we can think of. When we discuss friends and people we know who are experiencing mental health issues, our children and young people need to hear comments which are positive, encouraging and optimistic. They need to hear open discussions about how such issues are addressed and treated. They need to know there

are treatments available, they are quite common, and, more often than not, they work and allow people to live very productive lives. Sometimes the issues can be completely resolved. Sometimes they need to be treated on an ongoing basis. I in no way want to diminish the suffering of people who experience mental health problems. However, we need to help our children begin to see them and talk about them in the same ways we now talk about other diseases and ailments. We need to urgently create safe places for kids to talk about depression and other forms of mental illness. We can all contribute to a better future. If you are concerned about your child, or yourself, in regard to depression or another mental illness, please don’t hesitate – seek help. Call Lifeline on 131 114.

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

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

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

With two in three Australians diagnosed with skin cancer by age 70, all parents need to not only protect themselves from the sun, but their little ones as well. Cancer Council Queensland spokesperson Katie Clift said sunburn was a sign that skin had been significantly damaged. “In Queensland, even on cooler and cloudier winter days when temperatures are lower, sunburn can still occur in as little as 15 minutes,” Ms Clift said. “Young Queenslanders need to be more vigilant about staying SunSmart whenever they spend time outdoors – at the beach, the footy, by the pool and at backyard BBQs around this time of year. BEING SUN SAFE TAKES FIVE STEPS SLIP on protective clothing SLOP on SPF 30 or above broad-spectrum, water-resistant sunscreen SLAP on a broad-brimmed hat SEEK shade SLIDE on wrap-around sunnies. Sun protection is required when the UV Index is three and above, which is all year round in Queensland.

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HEALTHIER PREGNANCY So, you’re pregnant? Congratulations! Being pregnant is one of the most special times in your life. You are also probably finding yourself thinking more and more about your health and the health of your unborn child. With the abundance of information available these days, it can be confusing. Firstly, you need to understand what being “healthy” is. Most people think that when you feel ok and can get through your day without feeling unwell, you are healthy. True health is actually determined by your body’s ability to adapt successfully to the stresses of life. Being pregnant puts your body under a great deal of stress, so it is important to support your body and your unborn child with healthy lifestyle choices. These are my top five tips for a healthier pregnancy. 1. HAVE YOUR SPINE ASSESSED Seeing a chiropractor while you are pregnant (and planning to be) is my number one tip for a healthier pregnancy. Chiropractors concentrate on your spine so your nervous system is working the best it can, leading to your whole body working optimally. Women tend to accept that the discomfort and pain you feel while pregnant is just something you have to put up with. This is not true. Through chiropractic care, the body is able to better adapt to the stresses of pregnancy, allowing you to feel more comfortable. Also, when your pelvis is in alignment, there will be more room for your body to move and grow. 2. DECREASE STRESS Emotional stress negatively impacts on your health whether you are pregnant or not. When you are stressed there is a cascade of hormonal changes that occur which changes the environment of your body. When you are in a stressed state, your body is not concentrating on growth and healing – which is exactly what you want your body to focus on when you are pregnant. To bring your body out of a stressed state, five deep breaths concentrating on pushing your tummy out or just five minutes of meditation a day are simple and effective ways to bring your body back into a state supportive of growth and healing. 3. STAY ACTIVE While you are pregnant, it is important you continue to exercise regularly. Even though your body is changing, and you may not be able to do as much as you are used to doing, you must remember that you do need to have a notable level of fitness for birthing your baby and then recovering afterwards. Choose exercises that will not affect your centre of gravity such as walking, swimming or riding a stationary bike. Yoga is also a great option as it allows you to both stretch and strengthen your joints and muscles. 4. EAT SEASONAL, LOCAL, ORGANIC AND WHOLE FOODS As you are probably aware by now, the food you put in your mouth directly affects your health. What supplements you choose to take is very specific to your needs and should be discussed with your personal health care practitioner. Generally speaking, to eat SLOW (Seasonal, Local, Organic and Whole) is the way to go. You want to make sure you are fuelling your body to cope with the stress and changes of pregnancy, and you also want to make sure that the fuel your baby is using to grow is as best as you can provide. 5. REST AND LISTEN TO YOUR BODY Rest is vital for a healthy pregnancy. It is important to rest as much as you feel you need to right from day one, don’t wait until you have a big belly to justify the rest you crave. Every time you allow yourself to rest by sitting or lying down, you are increasing the amount of blood flowing to your baby, giving it the nutrients it needs. You will probably find yourself most comfortable lying on your side with pillows supporting you from the back and front.

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SUNDAY BUFFET BREAKFAST Souths Leagues Club www.southsmackay.com.au 9.00am / Cost / Family

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CHRISTMAS PUPPET SHOW DAVID HAMILTON Outside Target www.canelandcentral.com.au 10.00am / Free / Family

Wednesday 11 REMEMBRANCE DAY Lest We Forget CINEBUZZ ADVANCE SCREENING - SPECTRE BCC Mackay City www.eventcinemas.com.au 6.30pm / Cost / Adult

SUNDAY 8 AIRLIE BEACH FESTIVAL OF MUSIC Airlie Beach www.airliebeachfestivalofmusic. com.au 10.00am / Cost / Adult

BRING YOUR BABY SESSIONBRIDGE OF SPIES Event Cinemas & BCC Cinemas www.eventcinemas.com.au 12.30pm / Cost

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

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WHAT'S ON NOV THURSDAY 12 KIDS EAT FREE (Under 12) Souths Leagues Club www.southsmackay.com.au 6.00pm / Free / Kids

FRIDAY 13 BRING YOUR BABY SESSION - BURNT Event Cinemas & BCC Cinemas www.eventcinemas.com.au 10.30am / Cost

SATURDAY 14

"Teegs picks Christmas PakClub Santa's Arrival on Sunday 22nd" 10.00am / Cost / Adult

A NIGHT AT THE MOVIES MACKAY CHORAL SOCIETY MECC Auditorium mecc@mackay.qld.gov.au 4.00pm / Cost / Family

BRING YOUR BABY SESSION - BURNT Event Cinemas & BCC Cinemas www.eventcinemas.com.au 12.30pm / Cost

CHRISTMAS PAKCLUB/ SANTA'S ARRIVAL Mount Pleasant Shopping Centre www.pakmag.com.au 1.30pm / Free / Family

THURSDAY 19

SUNDAY BUFFET BREAKFAST Souths Leagues Club www.southsmackay.com.au 9.00am / Cost / Family

ROCKABILLY RIOT - FAMILY FRIENDLY FUNDRAISER Bluewater Quay, River Street 10.00am / Family SENSORY MOVIE DAY - BLINKY BILL Birch Carroll & Coyle Mackay Cinemas sensorymovieday.mackay@ hotmail.com 11.00am / Cost / Family

KIDS EAT FREE (Under 12) Souths Leagues Club www.southsmackay.com.au 6.00pm / Free / Kids

FRIDAY 20

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

SUNDAY BUFFET BREAKFAST Souths Leagues Club www.southsmackay.com.au 9.00am / Cost / Family

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

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MONDAY 16

SATURDAY 21

THE GREAT CATSY MARS CASINO NIGHT Paxtons Warehouse www.stickytickets.com.au/26825 6.00pm / Cost / Adult

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

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

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$6 WEEKEND FAMILY FLICKS BLINKY BILL Event Cinemas & BCC Cinemas www.eventcinemas.com.au

CINEBUZZ SENIORS SCREENING - SPECTRE BCC Mackay City www.eventcinemas.com.au

$6 WEEKEND FAMILY FLICKS - ODDBALL Event Cinemas & BCC Cinemas www.eventcinemas.com.au

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SUNDAY BUFFET BREAKFAST Souths Leagues Club www.southsmackay.com.au 9.00am / Cost / Family

MONDAY 30 BRING YOUR BABY SESSION SPECTRE Event Cinemas & BCC Cinemas www.eventcinemas.com.au 10.30am / Cost

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REGULAR MARKETS EUNGELLA MARKETS DATE 1st Sunday of the month (Apr to Dec) TIME From 9am LOCATION Eungella Memorial Hall - North Street

MACKAY MARINA MARKETS (Supporting the Mackay Animal Rescue Society) DATE 3rd Sunday of each month TIME 9am to 1pm LOCATION Mackay Marina

MARIAN MARKETS

DATE 3rd Sunday of the month TIME From 8am LOCATION Holy Rosary Church Anzac Avenue (Excluding May & Dec)

PAXTON'S NIGHT MARKETS DATE 1st Friday every 2nd month TIME From 5pm LOCATION Paxtons Warehouse

SARINA SHOWGROUND MARKET DATE Last Sunday of the month TIME From 8am (Mar to Dec) LOCATION Bruce Highway Sarina

SEAFORTH MARKETS

TWILIGHT MARKETS

DATE Every Sunday TIME From 8.30am LOCATION Palm Avenue Seaforth

LOCATION Northern Beaches Bowls Club TIME 6pm to 9pm INFO Please visit website for dates and theme www.nbbowls.com.au

SHOWGROUND MARKETS DATE Every Saturday TIME From 6.30am LOCATION Milton Street

WALKERSTON COUNTRY

TROPPO TREASURE MARKET

DATE 1st Friday of each month TIME From 6pm LOCATION Duke of Edinburgh Hotel, Walkerston

DATE 2nd Sunday of the month TIME From 7.30am to 11.30am LOCATION Mount Pleasant Shopping Centre

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REGULAR EVENTS MACKAY REGIONAL COUNCIL SATURDAYS SOCIAL RIDES Meeting point Metro Café, River Street Start time 6.30am ABILITY LEVELS Team Caffeine (Beginner - intermediate): 15-20km/h Team Tour de Latte (Intermediate): 25km/h Team Slipstream (Intermediate-advanced): 30km/h Team Titanium (Advanced): 35km+/h More Info Visit Rock N Road Cycles Facebook page for ride details and updates.

SUNDAYS LAZY RIDERS Held every second Sunday -stay for breakfast after the ride! Meeting point Bridges Café, Bluewater Quay Start time 7.00am Ability level beginner-intermediate More Info Visit Corry Cycles Facebook page for ride details and updates SIZZLE'N SAUSAGE SUNDAY SESH* Mountain bikers of all abilities are welcome to come out for a ride, held every Sunday and followed by a sausage sizzle from 8.30am. Meeting point Rowallan Mountain Bike Park, Glendaragh Road, Farleigh Start time From 6.00am Ability level Beginner-advanced More Info Visit Corry Cycles Facebook page for ride details and updates

More Info Visit Bicycle Belles Mackay Facebook page for ride details and updates. MOUNTAIN BIKE (MTB) NIGHT RIDE* Meets every Wednesday to ride the trails – lights on bike and helmets are a must! Meeting point 1 Corry Cycles, 5 Kay Court, North Mackay at 6pm Meeting point 2 Rowallan Mountain Bike Park, Glendaragh Road, Farleigh at 6:30pm Ability level Intermediate-advanced More Info Visit Corry Cycles Facebook page for ride details and updates *MAD MTB or MTBA membership is required to use the trails. THURSDAY NIGHT SOCIAL RIDE A weekly evening get together for a ride and catch up, on each Thursday. Meeting point Metro Café, River Street Start time 7.00pm Ability level Beginner-intermediate INFO Visit Bicycle Mackay Facebook page for ride details and updates.

RUNNING GROUPS

THE LAYZEE RUNNERS CLUB Every Saturday from 5.45am Meet at the Metro Market Cafe, River Street, Mackay Every Tuesday and Thursday from 5.30am. Meet at the City Fitness Health Club, Victoria Street. Free More Info For more details visit www.mackaycitycentre.com.au

WALKING GROUPS

MACKAY DOG WALKERS & SOCIAL GROUP Every Saturday at 7:45 for an 8am start. Departs from Bluewater Quay More Info For more information visit the Mackay Dog Walkers Facebook page.

HEALTH & HEART WALKING An initiative of the Heart foundation. Departs from 2 Tennyson St, Mackay Every Saturday at 6:45am Contact Heather 4957 7997

BABY BOUNCE

STORYTIME

BICYCLE BELLES A social riding group just for ladies, held every Wednesday. Meeting point Bicycle Connection, 20 Victoria Street, Mackay Start time 6.00am Ability level beginner-intermediate More Info Visit Bicycle Belles Mackay Facebook page for ride details and updates. MUMS AND BUBS MORNING RIDE A social riding group for Mums with children who are not yet at school Held every Wednesday at the Gooseponds. Meeting point Car park at the end of Willis Street, North Mackay Start time 10.00am 30

ACTIVE IN THE CITY

Storytime is aimed at 2 – 5 year olds and their parents and carers and is held weekly during the school term. This half hour program of stories, nursery rhymes, finger plays and songs enhances language and literacy development in an interactive, fun-filled environment. The sessions encourage a child’s love of books and promotes the library environment as an exciting place for the whole family. TIMES AND LOCATIONS Mirani Library Tuesdays 9.30am - 10.00am Walkerston Library Tuesdays 10.30am - 11.00am Gordon White Library Wednesdays 10.30am - 11.00am Fridays 9.30am - 10.00am Sarina Library Wednesdays 10.00am - 11.00am

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3.00pm FREE Sausage Sizzle Sports Bar 3.00 - 4.00pm Happy Hour 7.00pm Live Entertainment, Sports Bar

Dog Walking Group Every Sunday from 7.00am - 8.00am at the Bluewater Trail - starting at the Bluewater Quay Zumba Every Sunday from 9.00am - 10.00am at the Bluewater Quay

8.00pm After Dinner Mint Gaming Room

THURSDAYS

Please note that Baby Bounce does not run during the school holidays. Gordon White Library Mondays 9.30am - 10am Mackay City Library Mondays 11am - 11.30am Mirani Library Mondays 9.30am - 10am Sarina Library Tuesdays 9.30am - 10am

WEDNESDAYS

Mackay City Library Thursdays 10.30am - 11.00am Please note that Storytime does not run during the school holidays.

SUNDAYS

Rock N Road Cycle Every Saturday from 6.30am at the Metro Market Cafe The LRC Runners Club Every Saturday from 5.45am at Metro Market Cafe. Every Tuesday and Thursday from 5.30am at City Fitness Health Club

SOUTHS LEAGUES CLUB MONDAYS

9.00am Mother Hubbard Drawn 6.15pm 5.00 - 6.00pm Happy Hour 6.00pm Members Roast Night in Bistro 7.30pm FREE Trivia Night 7.30pm Pick The Pig Gaming Room 8.00pm Members Monthly Birthday Draw

TUESDAYS

9.00am Sunday Buffet Breakfast in Bistro 1.00pm Club Raffles 1.45pm Membership Draw 2.00pm FREE Texas Hold’em Poker with 888L 6.00pm Club Raffles 6.00 - 7.00pm Happy Hour 7.00pm Saints Bingo (Last Sunday Of Each Month) Souths MAJOR Promotion Drawn

MAGPIES SPORTING CLUB MONDAYS

Trivia Night Hosted by Hammo from 4MK Am. Registration from 6:30pm, Starts 7pm. Free to play, bookings for a table are recommended call 4965 6100.

NORTHERN BEACHES BOWLS CLUB Trivia Night First Thursday of the Month. Trivia Night hosted by Dave Peters from the SEA FM Morning Crew. From 7.00pm.

1.00pm Green Grocer Gaming Room 5.00 - 6.00pm Happy Hour 6.00pm Gimme 5 for $12 in the Bistro 7.00pm Members Attendance Draw

WEDNESDAYS 12.30pm Souths CASH Bingo 1.00pm Supermarket Sweep Gaming Room 5.00 - 6.00pm Happy Hour 6.00pm Hump Day Rib or Rump 6.00pm Club Raffles 6.00 - 9.00 WOW promotion Gaming Promotion 7.00pm Free Texas Hold'em Poker with 888PL 7.30pm Souths Cash Bingo

THURSDAYS 5.00 - 6.00pm Happy Hour 6.00pm Kids Eat Free 6.00pm Club Raffle 7.45pm Membership Draw 8.00pm Major Tom Gaming Promotion

FRIDAYS 4.00 - 7.00pm Happy Hour From 5.00pm TGIFriday Wheel 6.00pm If you Crumb it They Will Come 6.00pm Club Raffles 7.00pm Live Entertainment Sports Bar 7.30pm Lucky Seat Gaming Room

SATURDAYS 11.00 - 12.00pm Happy Hour From 12.00 noon Auction Cup 12.30pm Club Raffles 1.45pm Membership Draw

MACKAY ANIMAL RESCUE SOCIETY

Monthly Adoption Day Last Sunday of the month, 9.00am to 12.00pm, Mackay Pet Superstore, Greenfields Fundraiser Markets Third Sunday of the Month Mackay Marina 9.00 - 1.00pm

ECO ART POPUP STUDIO

TUESDAYS, WEDNESDAYS, THURSDAYS 0 - 5 YEARS Time 9.00 - 10.00am Location Old Harbour Park, Mulherin Drive, Mackay Harbour Cost $5.00 6 - 12 YEARS Time 3.30 - 4.00pm Location New Harbour Park, East Point Drive, Mackay Harbour 13 - 17 YEARS Time 4.30 - 5.00pm Location New Harbour Park, East Point Drive, Mackay Harbour 18+ YEARS Time 10.30 - 11.00am Location Old Harbour Park, Mulherin Drive, Mackay Harbour

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Dated wooly sweaters Gift boxes of various sizes Scissors Bows

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PONY PARTY Whether you celebrate the Melbourne Cup with a fun day at the races or prefer to place a quiet bet from the comfort of home, get into the racing season spirit by hosting your own Melbourne Cup for the little jockeys racing around your backyard. Get the kiddies to put on their finest frocks, baby bow ties or checkered shirts and prepare for an afternoon of horse-tastic fun! Here are some ideas for hosting your own horse-themed party that both kids and adults will jump over. Not celebrating the Melbourne Cup this year? Save these ideas for the other racing events throughout the year, including the Cairns Amateurs and Cairns Cup! DECORATING WITH FLAIR

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HORSING AROUND: GAMES

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

• Carrots served on a bed of lettuce (grass)

• Pick up a horse piñata and let the kids take turns trying to break through. Use chocolate gold coins as the prize

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

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

• Cover all tables with hay

• Hat shaped cake pops

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

• Mini stiletto bickies

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

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

• Jockey Cakes: Cupcakes topped with a checkered flag

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

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

• Purchase a large set of miniature horse animals and hide them around the backyard. Get the kiddies to go on a scavenger hunt and see how many horses they can find amongst the rocks, trees and garden beds. • Play Pin the Ribbon on the Horse • Set up a game of Horse Shoes • Get crafty and set up a station where the kids can decorate their own hats. Make the hat template out of card and pick up some glitter, feather, felt and other scraps • Host a fashions on the field with guests • Create a Dress the Jockey relay race • Host a Hobby Horse race • Play musical horses *Make sure you have Watch Me Whip/Watch Me Nae Nae on the song list

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ENTERTAINMENT BOUNCE NOW Bounce Now is a children’s entertainment, party hire. 50 fabulous, themed jumping castles, water slides and fun food items for hire. "We can make your party go WOW!" CALL 07 4942 6360, WEB www.bouncenow.com.au FACEBOOK www.facebook.com/ BounceNow

B GORJUS PAMPER PARTIES Pamper Parties designed to offer young girls a Mini Day Spa Experience in the comfort of your own home. With mini facials, mani's & pedi's, hair and makeup, B Gorjus Pamper Parties are recommended for young ladies aged 6 to 14 years of age. The Pamper Party includes: • Mini Mani's & Pedi's • Mini Facial • Glamour hair-up do • Polished toes and finger nails • Shimmer Make up • Dress up fashion parade

is new it Mackay and specialises in children's parties but can cater to any event. They offer full set up, catering, party games and can even run/host the party for you. EMAIL ajneal01@hotmail.com CALL 0410 582 004 FACEBOOK www.facebook.com/ Peony-Pepper-Events-and-Styling

LET’S JUMP MACKAY & WHITSUNDAYS Whether you are planning a kid’s birthday party, a corporate function or other events in the Mackay & Whitsundays, Let’s Jump can help make your event entertainment memorable. And get your party JUMPING! Products include: • Jumping Castles and Jump 'N' Slides • Mechanical Bull • Water Slides • Giant Twister

CALL 4805 6143 EMAIL mackay@gowake.com.au WEB www.gowakemackay.com.au

AQUA FUN PARK Who wants an Awesome Party? Easy/ Fun/Convenient and only $200 Includes • 10 x 1 hour Fun Pass each (1 per guest) • 10 x 30 minute Skyslide sessions (1 per guest) • Birthday person gets to go for FREE!

• Bumper Soccer

• Lolly bags for each participant

• Gladiator Ring

• Additional guests can be added on for $20 pp

• Giant Obstacle Course • Sumo Suits, Velcro Sticky Wall and Bungee Run

• Stylish spa robes to wear

• Bouncy Boxing

• All spa equipment, pink lemonade, sweet treats, and a tiara for the birthday girl

• Fairy Floss Machine, Popcorn Machine and Cocktail Slushee Machine

CALL Britt 0427 966 575 EMAIL b_gorjus@outlook.com FACEBOOK www.facebook.com

CALL 0400 404 119 EMAIL letsjumpmackay@hotmail.com WEB www.letsjump.com.au

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Group booking discounts are available for groups of 10 or more who pre book their group. You can even exclusively book out the entire park.

• Wrecking Ball

• Spa goodie bags for guests

PEONY PEPPER EVENTS AND STYLING

Go Wake Cable Park party packages cater for beginner’s right through to experienced riders wanting to kneeboard or wakeboard in a fun, controlled environment. All basic equipment along with comprehensive safety briefing and on dock coaching is provided.

VENUES GO WAKE CABLE PARK

• Food packages available at extra cost *Conditions apply. CALL 1300 500 261 EMAIL bookings@ aquafunparkmackay.com.au FACEBOOK www.facebook.com/ aquafunparkmackay WEB www.aquafunparkmackay.com.au

SOUTHS LEAGUES CLUB Why not let your children enjoy their special day at the #1 kids’ location in town - Nippers Kids Room at Souths.

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They can cater to all your party needs and their friendly child care staff will even supervise the entire party so you can sit back, relax and enjoy all that Souths has to offer. To book or for more information CALL 4957 2166 EMAIL reception@southsmackay. com.au WEB www.southsmackay.com.au

HARRUP PARK Looking for something different for your kid’s birthday celebrations this year? Harrup Park now do kids parties on Saturdays and Sundays. Contact them now to book or just for more information CALL 4944 0000 EMAIL functions@harruppark.com.au WEB www.harruppark.com.au

KIDZ LIFE PLAY CENTRE Kidz Life Play Centre have party options to suit all groups and budgets. CALL 4953 5575 EMAIL admin@kidzlife.com.au WEB www.kidzlife.com.au

MACKAY GYMNASTICS Mackay Gymnastics have fun-filled parties in a safe and supportive environment. No prior gymnastics experience necessary! Children aged 5 – 12 are welcome to attend. Parties will run for 1.5 hours, including fun in the gym, party games, snack and cake time. Parties will be tailored to participant’s ages and interests. Qualified gymnastics coach/s will supervise and coordinate participants. Activities will include use of the bars, beam, tramp and floor and party games are also on offer. CALL 4942 0032 EMAIL admin@mackaygymnastics. org.au WEB www.mackay.gymnastics.org.au FACEBOOK www.facebook.com/ MackayGymnastics

AIRLIE AQUA PARK Are the perfect activity for your birthday party! Contact them with your booking request, they’ll set up a dedicated shade area with trestle table on the beach for you to have your own dedicated party space. CALL 0428 682 782

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ADULT GLOW ADDICTION How about a completely different kind of night with your girlfriends.......... It’s time to have a spray tan party! Get some good friends together, mix in a little music, a couple nice bottles of wine, and relax while they give you each an amazing GLOW! Glow addiction come to your home and set up a portable tanning tent. There's no worry about mess. Spray tan parties are a fun excuse to get your friends together and feel fabulous. OFFER - Host a tanning party and get your tan free!!! 5 + guests tan @ $30 each - Host gets her spray tan free. CALL 0478 723 307 EMAIL glowaddiction@outlook.com

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PAKMAG’S PARTY TIPS 1. PLAN, PLAN, PLAN Start planning 4-6 weeks ahead of time, especially if you are intending to hold the party at a venue away from home and need to book.

2. CHOOSE A THEME Choosing a generic theme will help keep your costs down. Easy ideas: creepy crawlies, butterflies, a circus or clown party, superheroes, fairies & princesses, spooky Halloween, pirates, animal safari, under-the-sea, tropical, space, cowboy/cowgirls or dinosaurs.

3. NUMBERS The general rule of thumb for guests is the child’s age plus one (eg. six guests for a five year old). Many people like larger parties, although this can be overwhelming for younger kids.

4. TIMING Two hours of fun and excitement is often plenty. Weekend mornings are best for younger kids; older kids’ parties can be held after school if that’s when your child’s birthday falls and you have enough time to cope!

BARKING MAD TREATS A local business that makes homemade, gourmet, healthy treats for dogs and cats. They make doggy birthday cakes and provide pawty supplies. Are you planning to throw a birthday pawty for your dog or just want to celebrate and spoil your pooch? Barking Mad Treats can help. They can make a customised birthday cake to meet your needs! Their most popular cake is a bone shaped carrot and peanut butter cake with peanut butter icing but let your imagination run wild. Their cakes have no added sugar or preservatives and they only use 100% organic peanut butter (no butter at all!). They also have decorations, pawty bags and can make a customised party hat. CALL Leah (0416282626) Sonia (0410806108) EMAIL humans@barkingmadtreats. com FACEBOOK www.facebook.com/ barkingmadtreats.au WEB www.barkingmadtreats.com

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WHAt's NEWS in Business MEET: Richelle and Onato BRADY Richelle and Onato Brady belong to the Mackay Central Seventh-Day Adventist Church. This Christmas they are working in partnership with the Adventist Development and Relief Agency to provide hampers to those in need. Learn more about new parents Richelle and Onato, the hamper program and how you can get involved. Tell us about your family: We married in early 2014 and welcomed little Kai into the world in May this year. He is full of energy and lots of fun. We live in North Mackay. I (Richelle) is a former primary teacher/stay at home mum and Onato is a mechanic. What do you like to do for fun? We love going camping and four-wheel driving whenever we can. We also love going for a walk every afternoon with our little boy. Tell us about the church you belong to We belong to the Mackay Central Seventh-Day Adventist Church. Onato and I like to be involved where we can and have previously helped to organise fundraising events for overseas mission trips, volunteered at fundraising BBQ events and donated our time working in the ADRA Op shop. Tell us a little more about ADRA in the community: Our church works in partnership with ADRA (Adventist Development and Relief Agency) to run an Op shop in Milton Street. Every week the ADRA shop provides bread to people in need within the community.

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BIZ: Porters Charlie’s Cafe Offers Perfect Mother’s Group Outing

Charlie’s Café, loved for its atmosphere, great meals and great prices, is a popular destination for our customers. Open seven days a week, Charlie’s offers customers the chance to relax, enjoy a coffee and let their little ones have fun on the playground. Charlie’s now offers Mother’s Group specials with access to the playground, colouring in and $3 kid meal specials. Enjoy coffee, cake, breakfast or lunch specials and a chance to get out of the house and enjoy some great company. Charlies Mackay City: 4967 3391 Charlies Northern Beaches: 4841 6021 http://porterscando.com.au/retail/about-us/charlies-cafe/

Have You Heard: Let the Children Play Launches New Website Let the Children Play is Mackay’s leading educational toy store and they have recently launched their new website. Browse through their products, shop online and find out more about the power of play for your children at www.playmackay.com.au

Tell us a little more about the Christmas Hamper Program: At Christmas time we like to do something extra special for the families in Mackay. The church and community members donate non-perishable food items which help to make up approximately 60 hampers that are given out at Christmas time. The program is all about providing a happy Christmas to needy families and individuals in the community. It also helps us to think of others and be thankful for all that we have. It's nice for everyone to know that someone cares. How can people in the community get involved? Anyone is welcome to donate non-perishable food items to the ADRA op shop to add to the Christmas hampers. The ADRA op shop is located at 83 Milton St, Mackay.

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Bali

BLISS STORY Bree James They call it the island of the gods, and for good reason. There is no other place quite like it. There is a special vibe, an authentic essence that touches and inspires visitors from all over the world. The flight is only around 4.5 hours, and with non-stop Jetstar flights to Bali (Denpasar) from Cairns, there's no reason not to go. Bali would have to be one of the closest, most affordable destinations outside of Australia. If you love shopping for clothes, jewellery, unique wooden and artistic items, listening to live music, and indulging in yummy food and drinks, massages, pedicures and manicures all at amazing prices, then Bali is definitely a place you should visit. As soon as you hop off the plane and get through customs the tone of the holiday begins. You have people wanting to carry your bags, offer you transport and book you on tours.

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Do not drink anything with Arak as an ingredient.

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

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

Take your washing to one of the many laundries to get washed, pressed and folded for about $2 per kilo of washing. Spend smart. Book your tours as you go. This saves money if you are not up for it on the day. Shopping options include The Krisna shops is the cheapest place to buy traditional Balinese items and souvenirs. The Matahari is great for the Myer experience of Bali. There are also many quality designer clothes shops. These shops do not allow bartering so save your bartering skills for the markets where you should be able to get the locals down to one third of their original price. Knowing a little bit of Bahasa (Indonesian) will often get you a better price. To avoid Bali belly and getting ill, do not use the tap water to clean your teeth or to drink. Most hotels supply complementary bottled water. Eat cooked foods as much as possible.

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

Waterbom Waterpark

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

Poolside Fun

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

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

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

With an indoor trampoline park Bounce Bali, Splash Water Park, Strike bowling alley, and an indoor tennis centre, Canggu Club is a great rainy day activity. www.cangguclub.com TAKE A BALINESE COOKING CLASS Discover the spiced flavours of Bali’s virtually unknown cuisine. GET PAMPERED IN A BEAUTY SALON Get a massage, pedicure, manicure, salt scrub, facial, hair wash, and more. The prices are ridiculously cheap at the smaller spas with a massage costing around $7 per hour.

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BEST BEACH BUYS:

• Bintang Beer and New Radler Bintang Beer

• Good morning - selamat pagi

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

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

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

• Fresh juice smoothie

• Beautiful or pretty - indah

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

• How much - berapa

• Satays • Mie Goreng

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

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

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Christmas P R E PA R A T I O N

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

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

B U B B L E B AT H Nothing says ‘Merry Christmas, have a relaxing day’ quite like bubble bath. And making your own gives it such a beautiful, personal touch. You can make your own bubble bath with unscented dish soap, liquid glycerine, water and essential oil. Add the ingredients into a mason jar, tie a ribbon around it and you’ve got another relaxing homemade gift to add to the gift giving pile. Thanks to Blog 25. blog.freepeople.com

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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Injecting COLOUR into Your Lounge Room Your lounge room is probably one of the most-used areas in the house. It should be a place where you can feel comfortable and unwind after a long day. Pastels are one of the hottest trends this season, but whatever colour scheme and dĂŠcor you choose, here are some tips to ensure the perfect blend of comfort and style with minimal clutter. Consider the 60-30-10 Rule When decorating a particular room, try to stick to 60 per cent of a dominant colour, 30 per cent of a secondary colour and 10 per cent of an accent colour. Often your accent colour comes from the accessories that you choose. Accessorise with things like lamps, throws, rugs, pillows, candles, wall hangings, and indoor plant holders. A few bright pillows can add a splash of colour and freshness to any living space. Know the Colour Schemes Essentially there are two main types of colour schemes: complementary and analogous. Complementary colours are across from each other on the colour wheel, such as red and green, blue and yellow, or purple and orange and are typically reserved for formal living areas. Analogous colour schemes are next to each other on the colour wheel, such as yellow and green, blue and violet, or red and orange and are best for casual family rooms and dens. Understand Colour Codes We may not even notice but certain colours are associated with particular emotions, seasons and feelings. Blues and browns tend to be associated with a more restful feel while reds and yellows are associated with a lively living space. Colours are often also associated with the season â&#x20AC;&#x201C; autumn colours such as mustard yellows, russets and browns will create a calm and subdued space, perfect for resting. Spring colours, on the other hand, are more uplifting; pinks, lilac and saffron yellow create an innocent, fresh look to a room.

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Daddy Diary Christmas isn’t far away. Don’t count how many Fridays away it is because it will scare you. How does your family celebrate Christmas? I grew up with a system where Father Christmas would come down our chimney (we had one in Adelaide) and we’d get some amazing gifts from him. But also Mum and Dad would give me and my brother some presents … and so did the dog.

have to come up with an excuse is practically zero.

We learned this valuable lesson a few weeks back. We brought a present for another child and upon walking in the door it was temporarily dumped on the dining room table. About half an hour later, Master Four comes into the lounge room …

It’s something he’s seen in a store several times and comments on every single time. It’s one of those toys where Dad has one and the little lad has his toy version. If that towel comes off and he sees it, his excitement level will go to level 10 in a nanosecond.

“Mum! Dad, look what I’ve found!”

That’s pretty much how our family works now with my wife and I and our two kids. There’s gifts from the big guy in red, and from Mum and Dad.

At that point you’ve got around 0.14 seconds to come up with a line to get you out of trouble and ensure the tantrum doesn’t start.

We’re still pretty new to parenting having a four-and-a half-year-old and a two year old, and we’re learning all the time.

Right now we have a larger pressie which is from the Mum and Dad gifts collection in the garage “hiding” under a towel. Every time the garage doors opens I get nervous.

One thing we learned recently is this: don’t by a gift, be it for our kids or anyone else’s child and temporarily place it anywhere in the vicinity of

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Soon it will have to be moved because we’ve had a few close calls. If that cover is pulled off, the time we

How do you hide the presents in the days leading up to Christmas?

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