PAKMAG Townsville - May 2011 by Grand Publishing

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Festival Round Up

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Funniest moments Mums share their stories Full story page 8

Talk to the animals Learning about animals

WIN BCC

Tickets! Cover photo courtesy of Insight Creative

Comp details page 3

Kids

Bullying: Parenting tips Babies need books May Whatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s On Guide

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35 welcome note Hi and welcome to the 6th Edition of Pakmag, our Mother’s Day Special Edition. This issue celebrates all the wonderful Mums out there and the fact that, put simply, there is nothing quite like the love you receive from your Mum, and nothing quite as wonderful and rewarding as becoming a mum. So to all of you out there Happy Mother’s Day and I hope you get spoilt and pampered on your special day! Also a big thank you to all who attended our Easter Egg hunt at North Shore. What a fab turnout considering the gloomy weather we had. Thanks for your support and we hope the lucky ones who won tickets to our HOP premiere enjoyed themselves too. Don’t forget if you have something of interest you want to share with us we would love to hear from you. Hope you all have a great month and don’t forget to tell everyone you read it in Pakmag! PS- Love you Mum!

Debbie

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Editor: Elaine Seager Publication Manager: Debbie Stewart What’s On/MiniMag: Trent Stievano Client Manager: Angelina Mortley

Kid’s MiniMag

04 Bullying

Colour it in & win

08 Out of the mouths of babes 11 PakHealth 13 Green Tips

Pakfood

Out & About photos

Mini Mag

What’s On

25 Out & about photos 27

PakBaby

31 Mother’s Day Gift Guide

things to win 02 WIN Hoodwinked Too! tickets 15

WIN a double movie pass

WIN a mystery prize

23 4 mystery prizes to WIN 28 WIN Beach Maternity Swimwear 29 WIN Gaia Belly Oil

36 Tackling Teens

40 WIN a mystery prize

Creative Kids column

38 Hidden Treasures

Phone: 4034 3331 Fax: 4034 3342

39 Movie of the Month

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35 Talk to the animals

Articles: Elaine Seager, Jutta Dempsey, Karen Keynes and submitted writers

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34 Fav Pets/Competition Winners

Address: Level 2, 68 Abbott Street Virginia House, Cairns QLD 4870

babies & toddlers

14 Catholic Education

Design & Layout: Trina Jensen

Email: info@pakmag.com.au

kids

02 What’s new

32 Festival Round Up Publisher: Bree James

pakmag : for parents of beans to teens

40 Time for a Break

cover shot Models: Sonia Anear and her two daughters Leah and Hannah Anear Photographer: A big thanks to the team at Insight Creative

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what’s new may

what’s new may My Family Markets

Movie Releases

Hi-5 at the Rhymes

Check out My Family Markets on 29 May. This growing Townsville based family market that aims to provide something for the whole family from creations by work-athome parents to new & quality second-hand products as well as baby & kids lines. For more info contact Leilani on 0423 877 662.

Source Code (TBA)

Sound of Music

In cinemas May 5

The IGA Rhymes Festival, the biggest kid’s event of the year, is coming to Townsville

Weet-Bix Kids TRYathlon

Your Highness (TBA) In cinemas May 5

Hoodwinked Too (TBA)

WIN Hoodwinked Too! movie passes

In cinemas May 5

Apollo 18 (TBA) In cinemas May 12

Water for Elephants (TBA) In cinemas May 12

From the team that brought you “Hoodwinked,” the comedic portrayal of the fairy tale Red Riding Hood, comes the all-new animated family comedy “Hoodwinked Too! Hood vs. Evil” in 3D. This rollicking rollercoaster ride of a sequel finds Red helping on a search and rescue mission to find the two children, Hansel and Gretel, abducted by a wicked witch. Hoodwinked Too is released on 5 May.

In Cinemas 5 May 2011

In cinemas May 19

Hangover Part II (TBA) In cinemas May 26

X-Men: First Class (TBA) In cinemas June 2

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fantastic, fun and interactive event at the Townsville Civic Theatre on 14 May. The Sound of Music, with its irresistible score and well

distance depending on age. Willie Tonga, an

for Townsville Mums and Dads – keep your kids

ambassador for the Townsville event, is urging

active by participating in the Weet-Bix Kids

parents and kids to jump online and get

TRYathlon series. The Townsville round of the

registered for the event and start training. The

world’s largest triathlon for kids will take place

sole point for registrations, closing on 17 May,

at Riverway, Townsville, on Sunday 22 May

is www.weet-bix.com.au and a free training

and features children aged between 7 and 15

program with info on exercise, nutrition and

swimming, cycling and running legs of varying

health is also on the site.

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tell us your news If you’ve got an event coming up or some news you wish to publicise to families in the Townsville region please email them to us at pakinfo@pakmag.com.au

huge line up of favourite kid’s characters and entertainment which also includes Ben 10, Angelina Ballerina, Yo Gabba Gabba, Justine Clarke from Playschool and lots more! PakMag also have a competition with 4TO to win VIP tickets, “Do the Rhyme To Win Big Time” all you have to do is take some footage of your child/ family doing their favourite nursery rhyme and you could win. See our website for more information. Tickets are selling quick and available at www.rhymesfestival.com.au

known cast of characters, is being presented on the big screen with song sub-titles so everyone can sing along. So why not get together with

FREE Calanna Fun Day

Parenting Courses

creative kids

a few of your friends, frock up and join in the Directions – Learning & Behaviour Guidance will be running the following workshops during May and June to help parents deal with their children’s challenging behaviours:

fun. The surprise Host leads a vocal warm-up, gives a guide to the use of the fun-pack and accompanying actions and judges the Costume

Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides (TBA)

If you’re a Maria Von Trapp fan don’t miss this

Rugby league star Willie Tonga has a message

on 26 June and Hi-5 are now a part of the

Parade - a highlight of the night. Cheer for

• ‘Taming the Tiger’ for parenting Angry/Oppositional children

Maria! Hiss the Baroness! Boo the Nazis! Sing rousing choruses and Climb Every Mountain!

• ‘Developing the Sensitive Nature’ for parenting Anxious and low Self-Esteem children

Visit www.ticketshop.com.au

Artist/Eco Markets

They are also running children’s workshops: (1) ‘Fear Freedom Fighters’ for anxious and sensitive children

Check out the activities being run at the Creative Kids Play Centre this month: • 1 May - Making Mothers Day Photo Frames • 2-8 May - Making Mothers Day Cards • 9-15 May - Finger Painting Prints • 16-22 May - Pet Rocks • 23-29 May - Paddle Pop Puppets

Go along and check out Townsville’s inaugural

Join the team from Calanna Pharmacy for a

artist/eco market on 15 May (10am-2pm) at

day of fun at Riverway on Sat 14 May from

the Court House Theatre, Sturt St. There will

9.30-12.30. The first 250 people get a bag

(2) ‘Bully Busters’ to empower children who have been bullied

be lots of local artistic talent, eco-friendly

full of goodies, and there will also be a free

(3) ‘Relationships Guru’ to help build social skills

• Pre-Kindy (Aged 2-5) $12 per child

stalls and the opportunity to purchase some

jumping castle, face painting, cheerleading,

locally grown fresh produce. Kid’s workshops

sausage sizzle and other entertainment on

• School Aged (5+) $15 per child

will also be running throughout the day.

the day. For more info call Kelly 4773 4224.

Directions offer courses on a group and individual basis. Spaces are limited , for further information contact them on 4721 5859.

Pricing: • Toddler (Aged 1-2) $10 per child

• Adults $3/ Free when accompanied by a paying child

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Bullying feature

bullying

Story thanks to Jutta Dempsey

Problems with bullying can start from as young as three years, writes psychologist Jutta Dempsey The chances that your child will be affected

children display when they’re being bullied.

better to avoid the situation. Comments such as

by bullying are greater than 25%. And this

Parents should look out for signs such as trying

“did you tell him to leave you alone?” diminish

percentage is higher if your child is female.

to avoid school by faking illness or vague

the child’s self worth.

Bullying has serious ramifications. If your child is bullied they are more likely to develop problems such as anxiety, depression and even drug use, so parents need to take it seriously. But whilst many parents have to deal with the heart breaking experience of their child coming home with stories of social rejection and aggression, how do you tell if it’s bullying? Bullying is defined as the repeated and intentional abuse of power to intimidate, hurt, oppress or damage. It includes: ➢ Physical Bullying – hitting, poking, tripping, pushing or damaging ones property.

school, deteriorating school work, not wanting to talk about their day, showing anger when you talk about what’s going on in their life, changes in friendships, acting anti-social, becoming teary on a Sunday night or Monday morning, loss of confidence, nightmares, bed wetting, restless sleep, loss of weight or overeating, unexplained physical injuries, bruises and scratches, torn clothing and getting in to trouble more often. When children are bullied they feel scared, lonely and hopeless. They also often feel ashamed that they have brought the bullying on themselves so it’s important to handle the situation carefully. If your child tells you about their experiences of

name calling to intentionally upset.

being bullied follow these tips:

➢ Social Bullying – the use of lies, rumours,

TIPS FOR PARENTS

3. PROBLEM-SOLVE with your child to develop some alternative coping strategies so they are better equipped to deal with the problem on their own if possible. Often they know what to do and only require reassurance that they are capable. Ask questions such as “what is a good thing for you to do if it happens again?” to show them you have confidence that they can solve this problems. 4. EDUCATE your child to develop the social and emotional skills necessary for social connectivity. Many children need to be taught friendship and resilience skills for better social functioning. Courses at school and professionally are available. 5. RESIST contacting the other parent or child or becoming emotionally reactive. Contact the teacher only with the child’s permission since it

1. LISTEN carefully and take what they say

may make the situation more difficult for them. If

➢ Psychological Bullying – the use of words or

seriously. Comments such as “I’m sure she didn’t

the bullying continues the school will need to be

actions causing emotional harm as intimidation

mean it” are not helpful and will often close

contacted and it is important to work with them

and manipulation.

down the line of communication between you

in a calm and receptive manner, making sure you

and your child.

know their plan of action.

verbally, socially or psychologically bully, usually

2. EMPATHISE so that your child knows without

Jutta Dempsey is a child and family psychologist

occurring in social networking sites as Facebook,

any doubt that they are not to blame. This is

and principal of Directions Learning & Behaviour

Twitter, SMS, emails.

particularly difficult for parents as quite often

Guidance. For more info call 4721 5859 or go to

they can see what their child could have done

www.directionspsych.com.au

➢ Cyber Bullying – the use of technology to

There are a number of typical symptoms that

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unhappiness, moodiness and tension after

➢ Verbal Bullying – the use of negative words and

mimicking and deliberate exclusion or isolation

excuses, wanting to change schools, general

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h e t f o t u o

Mum Day Special Story thanks to our readers

“My son once said to me “Mummy, your boobies are really, really long” Hardly a compliment!”

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Trudy

My two year old son walked up to a pregnant friend of mine at church, stuck his nose almost under her belly, then looked up at her and said “Why are you so FAT?!” When she explained that she had a baby growing in there, he asked her “Well, how are you going to get it OUT?!” Tori

“My 3 year old son was excited about learning about colours. We were in the supermarket and he was pulling his pants down to see what colour undies he was wearing which he then announced at the top of his voice. Then he tried to pull mine down to see what colour I was wearing!” Rachel

Having just done the grocery shopping with my 2 year old in the trolley I nipped in to the Bottle-O adjacent to buy a bottle of bubbles for a friend’s birthday. As I grabbed a bottle of pink fizz my little chap declared in a very loud and animated voice “Mummy’s juice!” Lucy Lucy

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Major Prize Winner

My husband and I like to Overall winner take the kids camping a lot where there are no toilets so my son has been taught to pee behind a tree. When he was 3 years old I had to go to Centrelink to register the birth of my third child. My son was tugging on my dress telling me that he needed to go pee. As we were nearly to the front of the line, I asked him to hold on for a bit. Since he quietened down I thought all was grand until I turned to around to find him peeing into one of the big fake pot-plants! Skye

“My 3 year old daughter Lily and I were waiting in the check out queue at the supermarket. Things had been tight in the money department, so I had quite often put things back I couldn’t afford. Once I had put toilet paper back because we had some left at home, so on this particular occasion my daughter grabbed the toilet paper and yelled at the top of her voice holding the toilet paper up high “Hey mum, can we afford toilet paper this week or do you want me to put it back!” Jodie

My three year old son was so keen to see Santa at daycare that he pushed all of the other kids out of the way to sit on his knee and told him “Santa, I’m not sure if you realise this but we live in the tropics here and I think it’s time you cut your beard off because it is too hot here for that”! Penny

While chatting to my next door neighbour my husband came out and told me that he needed me for something and as we were walking back inside at the top of his voice my 4 year old asked – “daddy, WHY did we have to rescue mummy?” Kay

As we entered a clothing store one day my 2½ year old went straight up to a naked mannequin in front of us and cupped her breasts saying “Oooh, boobies mummy, look boobies”. The sales assistant said “Wow, boys start young!” Lara

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Embarassing moments are part of the joy of motherhood Motherhood brings with it many joys from

Children really do say the most hilarious

that’s not counting the times when they start

the moment you are first handed your new

things. Sometimes it’s their innocent

parroting adult words and phrases including

baby to the point when they make embarrass

observations made at full volume (“that man

swear words.

you with excruciatingly loud and honest

over there’s having a baby” or ”look at that

comments at the supermarket check out.

lady’s big bum”), sometimes it’s their curiosity

Who hasn’t wanted the earth to open up

about why some people look different and

and swallow them up at some point? Being

other times its blurting out things to other

embarrassed by your children is one of the

people that you didn’t realise they’d heard and

rites of passage of motherhood!

which you had no intention of repeating. And

I used to live in a small town in WA where I once drove to the local store to buy a few ‘grocery items’ before going to the local newsagent where I figured I could leave the kids in the aircon whilst I popped in to grab a newspaper. Back in the car I didn’t realise my young twins were helping themselves to the shopping bag and was only half listening as they talking about the new ‘band aids’ they were sticking on the car window. Yep, you guessed it, the entire town saw me driving down the main street with my new packet of pads stuck all over the windows!

Most dads have experienced their little ones accidently kicking their private parts which happened to my hubby several times. One day the pain was so bad he was screaming “Oh my balls!”. Our 2 year old daughter asked what the ball was so I told her and she asked if she has one. I answered ‘no because she is a little girl and little girls don’t have that parts’. When she turned 3 recently everybody told her she is a big girl now and she suddenly smiled proudly and said “I am big 3. Not little girl anymore. SOON MY BALLS GROWING!!” Of course, we then had to explain to everyone where that idea came from.

Leah

Jinni

Whatever it is, all parents have hilarious stories of the funny things their young children say so we asked you to send us your funny stories. Unfortunately some of them hilarious but not suitable for publishing (!!) but here’s some of the cleaner ones that made us laugh:

I was at a linen party with my daughter when she was eating BBQ chicken wings and was enjoying them so much she ate lots. When a lady asked her ‘doesn’t your mother feed you’ she replied innocently ‘no I can feed myself’. Katie

A BIG THANKS to all our readers who submitted their funny stories. Every story published receives a mystery prize. www.pakmag.com.au

PakHealth snippets Main story thanks to Fiona Bannister

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For many years, the terms ‘healthy’ and ‘fast food’ were like chalk and cheese but there are now many locally operated outlets offering healthier fast food choices. Their products contain more vegetables and are lower in fat, sugar and salt. Even the bigger chains are adding healthier items to the menu. Healthy take away food is preferably grilled

• Instead of a bottle of soft drink choose a

• Consider the healthier options of

or has been cooked using a vegetable oil

bottle of water or diet soft drink (saving up

sandwiches, crepes, kebabs or Japanese.

(not lard or anything else that’s solid at room

to 1100KJ).

temperature). It should also include plenty of salad with a variety of bread options. Your health is your responsibility, and small changes can make a big difference.

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• If the kids want take-away food try making

• Always order something that includes salad

a healthy pizza or baked fish and chips

or vegetables (hot chips don’t count!)

at home.

• Choosing a small meal, rather than being

Fiona is an Accredited Practicing Dietitian

tempted by an ‘upsize’, can reduce your meal

(APD). For more information go to

• Order sandwiches or burgers without butter,

by up to 4000KJ (that’s half a day’s worth of

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mayonnaise, sour cream or oily dressings.

energy!). Sticking to just the burger would

them on Facebook: Nutrition Gurus.

(This cuts out up to 600KJ).

be an even better option.

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PakHealth snippets Main story thanks to Dr Julia Driscoll

pakhealth Coughs & Colds

thanks to Dr Julia Driscoll

It’s the end of autumn and winter is approaching with its drier air. (At last I hear you cry!) but Rhinoviruses tend to abound. Colds are caused by these viruses, not bacteria, and that is why antibiotics don’t work. Little children commonly have between six to

• A resurgence or continuing fever beyond 48

rest will help. Rest is important since it will help

twelve respiratory infections a year. Since each

hours (particularly if associated with earache

boost the body’s immunity.

cold lasts one to two weeks, tissues sell well

or a very sore throat).

all throughout the year! A child who lives with smokers is at an increased risk of developing colds. Colds often begin with a sore throat, itchy eyes, runny nose, a cough and possibly

• A nasty, persistent cough. • Any time the child is struggles to breathe well.

a fever. It usually settles after a couple of days

• Any time the child has been sick for more

but the other symptoms can take a couple of

than a week.

weeks to clear.

There is no magic cure for colds but

A visit to your GP is recommended if there are

paracetamol for the aches and pains, plenty of

any concerns. Things to look out for include:

fluids to help keep the mucous thin and lots of

and author of “My Story”, an interactive children’s book to reduce sibling rivalry. For more information go to her website at www.juliaschildrensbooks.com

As well as schoolyard bullying, low self esteem,

Walk Safely to School Day is also aimed at

social and other psychological harm, childhood

decreasing dangerous vehicle congestion

obesity also carries significant health concerns

around schools and reduce carbon emissions

including:

from idling cars.

• Heart disease including hypertension

For more information, and to register for your

• Sleep apnoea

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the SIM card and get it to a drop off point.

cartridges and drop them in recycling boxes

Alternatively you can pick up a free recycling

that you can recycle around town that will also

found at most Australia Post, Harvey Norman,

satchel at participating Australia Post outlets

reduce the amount of waste (including toxic

Dick Smith, Tandy, JB Hi-Fi, The Good Guys and

or download a reply paid mailing label.

waste) that ends up in landfill?

Officeworks stores.

For example, do you have a home printer?

Mobile phones have also become highly

What do you do with the printer cartridges

disposable over recent years but what do

when they run out? There are a couple

we do with old mobile phones when we

of options available that will ensure the

replace them? Mobile Muster collects and

environment benefits as opposed to throwing

recycles mobile phone handsets, batteries

So make these your environmental challenges for the month. Go forth and recycle! www.cartridges.planetark.org/ www.mobilemuster.com.au/

Dr Julia Driscoll is a doctor, mother of three

recommended for Australian adults each day.

• Asthma

a program where you can take your printer

did you know that there are some other things

they do at eighteen months. So hang in there!

school.

children the 60 min minimum can be achieved

plastics, tins and glass jars end up in them. But

government agencies and business drop

The event encourages parents, carers and their

• Type II diabetes

your personal information off it, remove

one. It’s much cheaper and you prevent the

achieve the minimum 30 mins of exercise that is

further 60% are classified as obese. For many

mobile phone out of the bottom draw, delete

your cartridge is damaged, Planet Ark has

to get far fewer colds at eight years of age than

And walking with children can help parents

aged 2-6 years are officially overweight. A

keen to use refilled printer cartridges, or

all of our cardboard, newspapers, recyclable

3,500 mobile phone retailers, local councils,

and walking the rest of the way to and from

Health, a disturbing 17 per cent of children

and I think most of us try our best to ensure

children’s immune systems develop they tend

by simply getting off the bus a few stops earlier

Australians. According to the Department of

off points across Australia. So get that old

and accessories from a network of over

important message: Active Kids are Healthy Kids.

Obesity affects even the youngest of

use of another plastic casing. If you are not

cartridge refilled rather than buying a new

Walk Safely to School Day promotes the vitally

need at least 60 mins exercise each day.

We all have a recycling bin at our homes,

them in the bin. The first is to get your empty

IT’S that time of year again when primary school children will take important steps towards a healthier childhood by participating in National Walk Safely to School Day. Now in its twelth year, the Walk Safely to School Day initiative will be celebrated on Friday, May 20.

school into their daily routine, because children

Top recycling tips - Part 1

A word of encouragement to parents - as

Walk safely to school day is back!

children to build regular walking to and from

green tips with Karen Keynes

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Catholic Education

pakfood

Check out the latest with Catholic Education

kids in the kitchen

parents in the pantry

LCM’s

Fee discounts at Catholic schools

Asparagus & Bacon Muffins

• 2 & 1/2 cups Rice Bubbles

• 2 cups SR Flour

• 1/2 cup of 100’s and 1000’s

• 1/2 tsp salt & sugar

• 1 packet of marshmallows

• I cup grated cheese

• 60g of Butter

• 2 shallots chopped • 4-6 bacon rashers • 75g butter • 1 cup milk

Catholic schools offer a distinct style of education - quality curriculum delivered in line with the Catholic ethos and Christian values.

• I tin asparagus cuts

Method

As there is a shortfall between the costs of

community to be aware that Catholic schools

If you are interested in a Catholic education for

running a school and the amount of Government

have a fee discount structure in place for those

your children but are concerned about tuition

funding received, Catholic schools have a fee

families who could benefit the most from this

fees, you can enquire about available discounts

[1] Mix the Rice Bubbles and the 100’s and 1000’s together in a

[1] Dice and fry the bacon rashers. Melt the butter in a bowl,

structure in place to cover the costs of operating

assistance”.

and find out more information from the Principal

of your local Catholic school.

[2] Melt the butter and Marshmallows and then mix together

[2] Drain tin asparagus, add bacon and asparagus to milk mixture

Catholic school also receive a discount on fees.

More information on Catholic Education is also

then add to dry ingredients, don’t over mix.

This increases according to the number of

available on www.tsv.catholic.edu.au

[3] Pour the mixture into a deep tray and pat down so that

and providing quality learning environments. These fees are kept to affordable levels so that parents who seek a Catholic education for their children and who are supportive of the Catholic faith and values may access Catholic education whatever their financial circumstances. Townsville Catholic Education Office Director, Dr Cathy Day, reiterated this stance by commenting that “No child will ever be refused enrolment due to financial difficulty. It is important for the

Families with more than one child in the same

children enrolled.

You can now also follow Townsville Catholic

Parents and carers who hold a means tested

Education on Twitter at www.twitter.com/tceo

Australian Government Health Care or Pensioner

or find us on Facebook.

card are also entitled to significant discounts to the Diocesan Tuition Fees in Catholic primary

medium sized bowl.

with the Rice Bubble mixture.

add milk and egg and mix.

[3] Cook for 20-25 minutes at 180oC.

the level is nice and even.

[4] Place in the fridge to set. [5] Serve cold. Enjoy!

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Creative Kids Play Centre St Marys Hall, Castling Street Heatley Community Hall Townsville Cricket Grounds St Marys Hall, Castling Street Heatley Community Hall Ryan Community Centre, Kirwan Flinders Street Library Cootharinga North, Keane Street Townsville Civic Theatre Thuringowa Library Birch Carroll & Coyle Cinemas Thuringowa Library James Cook University Blackall Wool Scour Thuringowa Library Thuringowa Library The Strand Cnr Walker & Stanley St Heatley Community Hall Aitkenvale Library Creative Kids Play Centre Brothers Leagues Club 2 Entertainment Drive Riverway Arts Centre Fogarty Park, Cairns

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RhymeTime

9 May at 1Oam at Aitkenvale Library For more information: (07) 4773 8819

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Baby Market

14 May at 8.OOam the Playgroup Centre For more information: (07) 4749 2274

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Townsville St Josephs School, Ross River Road Townsville Aitkenvale Library Aitkenvale Library Ryan Community Centre, Kirwan Townsville Civic Theatre Flinders Street Library Thuringowa Library Birch Carroll & Coyle Cinemas Thuringowa Library Warrina Cineplex

QLD Mumpreneurs EXPO Townsville & Thuringowa Country Music Festival FUN DAY QLD Mumpreneurs EXPO Baby Rhyme Time Baby Rhyme Time Tropic Voices - A Mixed Voices Ensemble Capture The Flag Storytime for Preschoolers Storytime for Preschoolers Babes In Arms: Source Code The Loud Lounge: create an artist book with Hannah Murray

12/05/11 12/05/11 12/05/11 13/05/11 13/05/11 13/05/11 13/05/11 13/05/11 14/05/11 14/05/11 14/05/11 14/05/11 14/05/11 14/05/11 14/05/11 14/05/11 15/05/11 15/05/11

Townsville Civic Theatre Thuringowa Library Thuringowa Library Brothers Leagues Club Cnr Walker & Stanley St Heatley Community Hall Ingham Aitkenvale Library Riverway Townsville Civic Theatre Townsville The Playgroup Centre Edmund Rice Hall, Ignatius Park Dairy Farmers Stadium Ingham Aitkenvale Library Court House Theatre, Sturt St Anzac Park, Ayr

The McClymonts with special guest Markus Meier Baby Rhyme Time Baby Rhyme Time Brothers KIDS Night: FREE Jumping Castle, Face Painting & More DANCENORTH: Double Bill - international choreography Sun City Square & Round Dance Club Australian-Italian Festival 2011 Storytime for Preschoolers Calanna Family Fun Day Sing-A-Long-A Sound of Music Banish the Black Dog - Bike Ride 2011 Baby and Kids Market 2011 Townsville Masonic Charity Debutante Ball NRL: NQ Toyota Cowboys Vs Eels Australian-Italian Festival 2011 Feathers For Phoebe Puppet Show Inaugural Artist/Eco Market Burdekin Sugar Rush

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Thuringowa City Ladies Bowls Club The Strand Park Ingham Historic Houses, West End West End Park, Ingham Rd Aitkenvale Library Aitkenvale Library Ryan Community Centre, Kirwan Gregory Street Amphitheatre Flinders Street Library Cootharinga North, Keane Street Birch Carroll & Coyle Cinemas Thuringowa Library Townsville Civic Theatre Thuringowa Library Thuringowa Library Thuringowa Library Lounge Brothers Leagues Club Ingham Showgrounds Heatley Community Hall

Car Boot & Garage Sale Townsville Million Paws Walk 2011 Australian-Italian Festival 2011 Second-Hand Book Sale Townsville Heritage Day 2011 Baby Rhyme Time Baby Rhyme Time Tropic Voices - A Mixed Voices Ensemble Full Moon Drum Circle Storytime for Preschoolers Let's learn to TALK! Babes In Arms: Water For Elephants Storytime for Preschoolers Disney's Beauty and the Beast Baby Rhyme Time Baby Rhyme Time A Magical and Mystifying Night with the sound of the Digeridoo Brothers KIDS Night: FREE Jumping Castle, Face Painting & More Ingham Car & Bike Xtravaganza Sun City Square & Round Dance Club

TCG presents: My Words, My Lies - My Love town & A Matter of Heart

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Aitkenvale Library Dancenorth Studios Aitkenvale Library Aitkenvale Library Ryan Community Centre, Kirwan Flinders Street Library Birch Carroll & Coyle Cinemas Thuringowa Library Thuringowa Library Lounge Warrina Cineplex Townsville Civic Theatre Townsville Civic Theatre Thuringowa Library Thuringowa Library Brothers Leagues Club Townsville Civic Theatre Heatley Park, Fulham Rd

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Townsville Civic Theatre Townsville Civic Theatre Kelso State School Picnic Bay Surf Life Saving Club Aitkenvale Library Townsville Sports Reserve, North Ward Nth Townsville Comm Hub, Deeragun Stuart Park, Cnr Southwood & Hunter St

Ingham Showgrounds Townsville Civic Theatre Townsville Sports Reserve, North Ward

Bushland Beach Bushland Beach Toomulla Riverway, Townsville Stuart Park, Cnr Southwood & Hunter St

Ingham Showgrounds Riverside Gardens Community Centre

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Disney's Beauty and the Beast Disney's Beauty and the Beast Kelso State School Community Festival TMPAS presents: Swoon Duo with supporting artist Neil Murray Storytime for Preschoolers LIVE2PLAY Sports & Lifestyle EXPO Northern Beaches Festival: BINGO Bonanza Townsville Polocrosse Club Carnivale Ingham Car & Bike Xtravaganza Disney's Beauty and the Beast LIVE2PLAY Sports & Lifestyle EXPO Northern Beaches Festival: LAUNCH EVENT Northern Beaches Festival: Scooter Competition Northern Beaches Festival: Junior Challenge Fishing Comp WEETBIX - TRYathlon - kids aged 7-14yrs Townsville Polocrosse Club Carnivale Ingham Car & Bike Xtravaganza Music Trivia Fundraiser Rid your Garden of Pests...NATURALLY! Basic Movement Classes for People with Disabilities Baby Rhyme Time Baby Rhyme Time Tropic Voices - A Mixed Voices Ensemble Storytime for Preschoolers Babes In Arms: Pirates 4 The Loud Lounge: build a story with Pat Flynn Sorry Day TCG presents: 25 Kilos & The Double Hour The Caucasian Chalk Circle Mark Isaacs Resurgence Band Baby Rhyme Time Baby Rhyme Time Brothers KIDS Night: FREE Jumping Castle, Face Painting & More The Caucasian Chalk Circle Friday Flicks

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Northern Beaches Festival: Big Day Out Beach Day The Caucasian Chalk Circle The Caucasian Chalk Circle NRL: NQ Toyota Cowboys Vs Roosters Queensland Writers Centre Workshop Northern Beaches Festival: Toomulla Car Show MY FAMILY MARKETS (previously Tville Buy & Sell Fam Markets) The Caucasian Chalk Circle Ross River Dam Tour - Double Helix Holiday Program Baby Rhyme Time Baby Rhyme Time Tropic Voices - A Mixed Voices Ensemble Storytime for Preschoolers

27 May at 6.OOpm at Heatley Park

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regular weekly events Riverways Lagoon Fri 10 Dec to Wed 26 Jan (excluding Fri 31 Dec) Friday 31 December Monday to Sunday – 9am to 9pm For more info visit: www.townsville.qld.gov.au Townsville Rockpark The Water Park is closed every Tue and Wed for cleaning and maintenance (except it is open daily on Queensland Public Holidays, and during Queensland and New South Wales State School Holidays). For more info call 4727 9000 Operating hours: April & May: 10am to 6pm June to August: 10am to 5pm September to November: 10am to 6pm December to March: 10am to 8pm” Northern Beaches Leisure Centre (1 Dec 2010 to 31 Jan 2011) Monday to Friday - 6am to 8pm Saturday - 7am to 7pm Sunday - 7am to 6pm Community TimeOut Community Time Out is an informal opportunity for you to visit your local community centre. Have fun, share your skills and interests with others, get new ideas and info, meet new friends, or just have a cuppa. For more info 4727 9050

Oonoonba Community Centre - Every Wed 9am-12noon Wulguru Community Centre - Every Fri 1.30pm-4.30pm Strand Presents: Entertainment on the Strand Free Live Entertainment on the Strand - see www.townsville. qld.gov.au/community/events/Pages/strandpresents.aspx For more info 4727 9000 North Queensland Jazz Club Regular Jazz Night (more info call 0413 456 542 Marie Gibson) Venue: Townsville PCYC, Wellington Street, Aitkenvale Time: Every 2nd & 4th Sunday 5.30pm - 9pm Cost: $10 members & $15 non-members We feature a range of very talented local bands playing great jazz music in a relaxed, friendly environment. The regular jazz night always has a sit-in bracket and visiting musicians are encouraged to come up and play. Dancers are most welcome! Townsville Mini Golf Fun Park - For info 4771 3999 Traffic Light Tuesday: 7pm to 9pm. A meet and greet event for 18+ patrons, including half price Mini Golf. Wear the Traffic Light colours to show your relationship status: (Green - single, Yellow – nothing certain, and Red – unavailable.) Make new friends or maybe even find your perfect match. A fun filled night is guaranteed.

Wet Wednesday: 5pm to 9pm. All ages welcome. Each Weds evening in December, January, February and March. Summer nights are HOT!! So lets turn the sprinklers on and cool off. Cool summer night fun with Wet Wednesday Mini Golf. Come prepared to get wet and also prepared for fun. Licensed Bar will be operating to cool off even more. Thursday Social Competition: Come to win or just for fun. Chances are you may do both!! All ages welcome. $10 per competitor for 18 holes of challenging Mini Golf. Register singularly or in pairs between 6pm and 6.45pm. Tee off at 7pm. Winning prize $50. 1st and 2nd runners up receive free pass to try again the following week. Bar operating throughout the evening. Friday: (fortnightly) Youth Disco, Rides and Mini Golf. 6.30 to 9.30pm. Alcohol and Drug free event for High School Age patrons. $20 per person for Safe, supervised fun for teenagers. (Current High School ID essential) Friday: (fortnightly) Drive in Movie. Yes, Drive in Movies at Townsville Mini Golf. Relive the fun days of the Drive In era. Space is limited so booking is essential. $35 per car (limit 8 seats) for Movie and Mini Golf. Food, Bar, and refreshments available. Mini golf from 6pm to 7.30pm and Movie screening from 7.30pm to 9.30pm. Seating areas also available if you wish not to bring the car.

regular markets COTTERS MARKETS 8.30am-1pm every Sun at Flinders Mall STRAND NIGHT MARKETS 5-9pm 1st Fri of the month (May-Dec) at Strand Park SHOWGROUND MARKETS 6.30am-1pm every Sun at Townsville Showgrounds WILLOWS MARKETS 8am-12.30pm every Sun at Willows Shopping Centre SUNDAY MARKETS – CASTLE HILL PCYC

BALGAL BEACH MARKET 3.30pm-7pm 1st Sat of the month Fisherman’s Landing Café

CHARTERS TOWERS STOCK EXCHANGE MARKETS 8am-12.00 noon 1st & 3rd Sun every month on Mosman Street

MOUNT VIEW PLAZA MARKETS 8am-2pm every Saturday

CHARTERS TOWERS SHOWGROUND MARKETS 7.30am-11.30am 2nd Sun every month

THURINGOWA COMMUNITY MARKETS 8am-1pm 1st Sunday of each month

INGHAM MARKETS 3rd Sun every month at Rotary Park

HORSESHOE BAY MARKETS (MAGGIE ISLAND) 9.30am-1.30pm last Sun of every month at Horseshoe Bay Foreshore

AYR MARKETS 8.30am-12.00 noon 1st & 3rd Sun every month at Plantation Park

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PakBaby feature

babies need books

Feature story thanks to Dr James Thomas

In 1980 Dorothy Butler from New Zealand announced in her landmark publication that Babies Need Books (Penguin). Research over the past 30 years into early literacy skills and developmentally/age appropriate activities indicate that her proclamation is still true: babies do need books! Even though technology has captured the

The best board books to buy are those that are

Objects shown in a board book should be familiar

attention of adults wishing to download books

made of thick sturdy cardboard about 5-7 pages

in the everyday life or of interest to the infant. By

onto computers and other devices, the most

and rounded corners. Some are tactile and some

sharing the picture and then attributing a label

desirable format for infants remains board

are plastic for use in a bathtub. Brain research

or name to the object, the infant will be able to

books. These small, chewable, age-appropriate

with very young children has shown that this

recognise it. If the single object is surrounded

and multi-sensory books are easily available for

age group learns and responds best from books

by plenty of white space, uncluttered by non-

parents to read with babies.

that are:

essentials, then it can be easily distinguished.

When you’re reading a board book with your

[1] Repetitious

These books shown below are highly

baby try this technique: hold the child in either the right or left arm close to the body and place the book into the same hand. Open the book and tap the left side of the page twice with the other

[4] Have recognisable, realistic objects

be concerned with what may be written on the

or characters

throughout the book using the same technique. You will notice that the infant’s eyes are drawn to the object on the page as a result of the tapping. Why? Your baby has no idea where to focus or what to look at so by providing these cues your baby learns what the process is and eventually they will tap the page themselves. This is a first step in promoting early literacy skills.

easily available in bookstores or at the Library.

[3] Rhythmic and/or rhyme

hand saying the name of what is shown (don’t page), then move to the right side and continue

recommended titles for infants and should be

[2] Simple in content

Yes, babies do need books, and parents are the ones who have the opportunity to share and engage their infants with this age and developmentally-appropraite early literacy

[5] Have clear, uncluttered backgrounds

activity.

[6] Use basic colors

Dr. James Thomas is an early literacy consultant. He will be in Australia giving his “Opening Doors

[7] Memorable and enjoyable

to Early Literacy” workshops and demonstration story times during the months of June through

[8] Have objects or characters surrounded

August 2011 at local public libraries.

by plenty of white space [9] Provide an opportunity for tactile experiences

highly recommended titles for infants

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‘Peek-a-WHO?’

‘Baby Faces’

‘The Bear Went Over the

‘Hurry! Hurry!’

‘I can; I touch; I hear; I see’

by Nina Laden

by Margaret Miller

Mountain’ by Rosemary Wells

by Eve Bunting

by Helen Oxenbury

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multiples as individuals Multiples Expert Verity Hoyle shares her tips Whilst multiples are known for their special

Lili, you have your listening ears on today,

bond, it is also important for them to be

well done!’. Encourage siblings to refer to the

treated as individuals to enable them to

babies’ names in conversation, rather than ‘the

develop their own personalities, independent

twins’. Be patient with this though – remember

of each other. This can be as simple as the

that many of the adults in the lives of these

way they are addressed. When talking to (or

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‘the twins’ on a regular basis. Don’t forget to

and address them individually. For example,

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rather than ‘Well done guys, good listening’,

day care staff, aware of your (and your babies’)

you might say ‘Well done Max, good listening.

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After being a stay at home mum for the last

I’ve discovered that the benefits of taking

15 months we finally made the decision that

Gracie to Kids in Harmony are obvious. It

I had to return to the workforce. This meant

puts a big smile on her face and I can hear

that Gracie had to attend fulltime daycare

her big belly laughs when she get’s to play

which I was reluctant to do, it made me sad

on the parachute! So even though I still wish

to think of missing some of her first words.

I was able to stay at home with my baby girl

Saturday morning classes at Kids in Harmony, the creative music appreciation and life skills program for babies and children from 6 weeks to 5 years. On her first day she was a little shy, but it didn’t take her long to come out of her shell and by the third week she would shriek in delight on her arrival. The class involves lots

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We have a copy of baby expert Pinky McKay’s latest book ‘Parenting new parent what they ‘should’ be doing but Pinky helps thousands

which can make your belly very itchy. It’s

every day, seeing her interact with the other children at these classes and playing right along side her helps make up for some of our lost time during the week. For more info go to www.kidsinharmony.com.au or phone 4725 1992. Michelle Jones is mum to baby Grace with number 2 on the way. She is also the owner of www.motherlink.com.au

of singing, dancing, massage, toys, puzzles and instruments and the best part is that parents can participate and ‘play’ right along side them.

Australian Breastfeeding Association Meetings On May 7 there will be a special breakfast held at Seagulls resort for national mothering week. Other meetings include: [1] May 17 a free workshop on “Milk, Mush and Solids” [2] May 31 a free chat and play date. Both are held at Creative Kids Center from 9.30-11.30. For more info call Zoe on 4779 5200.

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baby first aid If you are one of those parents who have been planning to do a First Aid course, but never seem to get around to it, then you are not alone. The vast majority of people who take First Aid training do so because they need the certificate for work, but with drowning figures at the highest point in seven years, there has never been a better time to learn how to save a life.

Tips for parents: [1] Why not invite a first aid instructor to give a talk at your mothers group? You may just want to get the basics about first aid for infants and you may also be able to get a discount for a group booking. [2] If you’ve got littlies at home then investigate flexible delivery options where you might be able to attend a course over a couple of shorter sessions. Buddy up with a parent pal who may alternate with you and share the babysitting duties.

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Mother’s Day

mother’s day

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Dinner party for eight people where all guests dress in costume to suit their character and have to solve a murder together. RRP $30-$40 at selected games and toys shops.

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New Hallmark Recordable Storybooks

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Hallmark Conversations To Keep & Recordable Storybooks. Capture all the funny things your kids say as a keepsake for Mother’s Day with these voice-save recording storybooks. RRP $34.99 at retailers and newsagents.

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www.townsville.qld.gov.au for more info.

Palm Creek Folk Festival 10–13 June 2011

Festival round up

Held over the Queens Birthday weekend, this annual event is held in the lush tropical grounds of the Mountain View Lake Eco Park, 40km south of Townsville. Taking place over four days it involves more than 100 performers and events with concerts, dances, workshops, acoustic jams, youth festival, art and craft workshops, late night cabarets and special events. The Festival features the cream of local performers and a smattering of special guests. See www.tsvfolkclub.org

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Townsville Road Runners McDonalds Mothers Day Fun Run

Parry Nissan Family Race Day

21–22 May 2011

June 2011

This Mothers Day get the girls together for a run or walk from Rossiter Park, Aitkenvale along the picturesque banks of Ross River. The distance is 5.2km and the event starts at 7.30am. Enter on the day. Registration opens at 6.30am and the entry cost is $10 for adults and $5 for school students. Children under 5 years are free. See www.townsvilleroadrunners.com.au

LIVE2PLAY is designed for dedicated sports people, weekend enthusiasts, families looking for next year’s team sports, and the just plain health conscious. The weekend will incorporate seminars, performances, retail & food stalls and local clubs. It will be held at the Townsville Sports Reserve, North Ward from 9am–4pm. Cost $10 adults, kids under 15 free. For more information go to www.live2playexpo.com.au

This is one of the best race days of the season featuring the Parry Nissan Great Northern 2 Year Old Classic. Family entertainment includes jumping castles, merry go round, pony rides and face painting as well as a trackside band. Contact 4778 2400 or www.townsvilleturfclub.com.au

Burdekin Sugar Rush

Northern Beaches Festival

15 May 2011

21–29 May 2011

Burdekin Sugar Rush, held at Anzac Park in Ayr includes a half marathon, 10km, 5km fun run and walk and kids fun run. For more information visit www.burdekin.qld.gov.au/calendar

Showcasing the Northern Beaches vibrant lifestyle this festival will have everything from fishing, cars, music, and entertainment to market and info stalls. Visit www.nbf.websyte.com.au

Townsville’s Eco Fiesta and Smart Lifestyle Expo at Queens Gardens (11am-4pm each day) is a celebration of our local community and our environment. There are activities for the whole family, eco-friendly market stalls, NQ’s largest environmental trade expo, D-I-Y workshops, loads of giveaways and live entertainment. Go to

8 May 2011

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Eco Fiesta & Smart Lifestyle Expo 4–5 June 2011

Paluma Push 24 July 2011

Christmas in July Craft Market

1– 4 July 2011

25 July 2011

Townsville Show opens 5 pm Friday night and runs until 10 pm on Monday. Show holiday is on the Monday.

Held at Holy Spirit School-Assembly Hall, Cranbrook, this craft market is raising funds for Camp Quality. The day offers 40 wonderful craft stalls, major raffle and cafe. For more information go to www.justcountrycrafts.com.au

8–9 July 2011

LIVE2PLAY Sports & Lifestyle Expo

Northern Australia’s premier long distance open water swimming race. For 53 years the event was held using shark cages. Now competitors make the cageless swim in solo, duo or teams from the island to the mainland! 9:15am race start. For info go to www.magneticislandswim.com.au

Townsville Show

Ingham Show

Finally the rain has stopped and its time to get out and have some fun. Here’s what’s coming up over the next few months:

17 July 2011

A true festival-style full day event for families with acts including Justine Clarke, Zingzillas, Yo Gabba Gabba, Ben 10, Tweenies, Raggs, Angelina Ballerina and more. Gates open at 7am and the party finishes at 4.30pm. For more info and to book tickets go to www.rhymesfestival.com.au

26 June 2011

Whilst every effort has been made to ensure the information in this story is correct, readers are advised to check details before visiting.

Magnetic Is to Townsville Swim

A point to point mountain bike ride adventure catering to riders of all ages and skill levels. The event starts from the historic Paluma Village via Paluma Dam and travels through World Heritage Rainforest and on to the big timber and open cattle country, before finishing at the old tin mining settlement of Hidden Valley. A beautiful ride and a fun, challenging event. For details go to www.rockwheelers.com.au

IGA Rhymes Kids Music Festival

time to party!

Convention Centre (10am – 4.30pm). For more info and tickets, www.craftandsew.com.au

Ingham puts on a great show and is renowned for its fine food with a European influence. Show holiday is on Friday 8 July.

Sucrogen Townsville 400 - V8 Supercar Race 2011 8–10 July 2011 What better way to celebrate NQ as an iconic tourism destination than with 400 kms of unforgiving street racing and two nights of incredible music acts. Dance artists Sneaky Sound System and Zoe Badwi will have the Friday crowd on their feet and Rock icons Wolfmother and Thirsty Merc will be the Saturday night sensation. ‘Mack the Transporter’ from the Disney Pixar’s CARS movie will also be there. Kids 12 and under receive free GA with a paying adult. Strap yourself in - this will be a weekend not to miss. Get your Weekend Rock n Race Pass from just $116. Book now at Ticketek.com or for more info visit www.townsville.v8supercars.com.au

Aust Festival Chamber of Music 28 July – 6 August 2011 Held annually in August, this Festival was established to enhance the cultural environment of Townsville by presenting internationally acclaimed classical musicians to audiences from Townsville, around Australia and overseas. Now in its 21st year it has developed an international reputation. Concerts and performances are also held in surrounding regional centres. For more information visit www.afcm.com.au

Australian Italian Festival 6–7 August 2011 Now in its 17th year this is one of Australia’s most successful community based cultural festivals. A chance to reflect and discover what it means to be an Italian-Australian and to celebrate the amazing legacy Italian migrants have left for us. Go to www.australianitalianfestival.com.au for more information.

26–28 August 2011 More than 50 International, Interstate and Regional musicians and vocalists perform in three days of concerts and jam sessions, poolside at the beautiful tropical All Seasons Magnetic Island. Weekend and day passes are available. Visit www.magneticislandjazz.org for info.

Burdekin Water Festival 27 August – 3 September 2011 Celebrating the Burdekin’s abundant water supply, this much loved week-long festival kicks off with Tastes of the Burdekin, an outdoor food festival with an international flavour. The festivities culminate in a street parade in Ayr’s CBD. The colourful floats are always a big drawcard, as well as the mini fair with plenty of family fun and entertainment. For more info see www.burdekinwaterfestival.com.au

Bay Day Festival 2 September – 2 October 2011 A fantastic month of live music, art exhibitions, gallery openings, environmental walks and talks, theatre, workshops, Mega Markets - you name it, Bay Days Festival on Magnetic Island has something for everyone! For more info visit www.whatsonmagneticisland.com.au

Strand Ephemera VI 2–12 September 2011 This dynamic 11-day outdoor festival of contemporary art will be presented along the length of The Strand and is complemented by a dynamic program of events, workshops, guided tours and performances. More information is available at www.townsville.qld.gov.au

Ingham Wings & Wheels Show 3–4 September 2011 This two day Wings and Wheels Airshow features all aspects of aviation plus restored military vehicles, classic and vintage cars and motorcycles, military re-enactors, trade displays, entertainment and food and drink vendors. See www.inghamwingsandwheels.com.au for info.

Townsville Running Festival

Craft & Sewing Show

6–7 August 2011

14–17 July

The 13th annual Townsville Running Festival incorporates several marathons, fun runs and wals including the McDonald’s® Townsville 5km, Junior Fun Run and Walk.

Revel in an exciting array of crafts including beading, stamping, quilting, knitting, painting, textile art, scrapbooking and more. Chat to the experts and meet like-minded people who share your passion. Townsville Entertainment &

Great Tropical Jazz Party Magnetic Island

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Talk to animals

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Story thanks to Elaine Seager

this month’s entries

talk to the animals Kids love learning about animals whether they’re cute and fluffy or ugly & scaly. [2] Zoos & Reptile Parks

Devonshire Tea. Must be booked in advance – call

with animals is with backyard butterflies, cane

Billabong Sanctuary was closed after Yasi

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toads and bugs maybe it’s time you arranged

but is now cleaned up and ready to go. Great

some different kinds of playdates.

opportunities for the kids to cuddle, feed or

Animals offer a wealth of learning opportunities but if the closest your child gets to interacting Mia loved by Regan

Sierra loved by Ella

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[4] Texas Longhorn Wagon Tours

mingle with some of Australia’s native wildlife.

For something entirely different, why not visit

Here’s our top 5 ways to talk to the animals around Townsville:

[1] Petting Zoo’s An easy way to arrange some contact with Australia’s weird and wonderful native animals is to arrange for a visit from Ranger Dan at

April winner!

Hands on Wildlife. You don’t necessarily need a Wallaby loved by Taylor

Xadia loved by Bonnie

Email your photo, name/s & address to: pakcompetitions@pakmag.com.au • Deadline is 18 May 2011 for the June edition of Pakmag.

Your other option is a daytrip over to Magnetic

Michael & Linda Bethel on their cattle property

Island including a visit to the Koala Park Oasis or

10 minutes from Charters Towers. They have

for something a bit more scaly and prehistoric

the largest purebred Texas Longhorn herd in

there’s the Johnstone River Crocodile Park a bit

Australia and guests can go along and tour the

further up north.

property and see the animals for themselves. And, for something even more unique, they do

[3] Farm Visits

wagon tours. For more information go to www.texaslonghorn.com.au

birthday party to do it - why not get a mothers

A farm visit to Spurwood Springs about 2½

group together and share the cost? For more

hours north of Townsville in the Mena Creek

Horse lovers can also go horseback riding on the

information call Ranger Dan on 0437 056 156 or

Valley includes a personalised farm tour with the

beach at Bluey’s Horseshoe Ranch on Magnetic

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opportunity to pat newborn lambs, milk a cow,

Island.

ride a horse and chase ducks and chicks around

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creative kids

tackling teens

By Creative Kids Play Centre Hanging Photo Frame

Columnist Denise Bewert answers your questions about handling challenges with today’s teenagers.

May is all about celebrating Mothers Day and showing mum that you love and

READER QUESTION: My 15 year old

less strong at 15 than at 8 years of age. Male

everyone smiling. Laughing brings people

appreciate her. You don’t

daughter is confusing me! Some days she

brains are not fully formed until 25 years

together and helps us cope with life’s stressors

need to spend a fortune,

behaves like a mature, responsible woman

of age; females at 21 years. Reasoning and

so it may help you both survive the teenage

just follow these simple

and within hours can seem more like a 6

emotional regulation are the areas of the

years. Seeing a smile and returning it gives us

directions to make her a

year old than a teenager. Is this normal?

brain developed last. So, yes, as confusing

a natural high.

First of all you need to remember that the adolescent brain is still ‘under construction’ and this can result in teenage mood swings and changes in behavior that can be concerning for parents. The latest research has found that the biggest brain changes occur in adolescence and the brain is actually

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necessarily change it, it’s just a part of her development and eventually it will pass as she becomes an adult. In the meantime having a good laugh with your daughter as much

and Troubled Teens. If you would like to ask Denise a question about your teenager send an

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hidden treasures Eating out at the Brothers Leagues Club can be fun for the whole family Brother’s is one of those places that unless

There are also nightly specials on offer such

12yrs). A roaming beautician will be indulging

you are a member or visiting the Club with

as Monday night’s Carvery three course meal

mums with relaxing hand massages and there

friends, you might be unaware of. For those

for only $15 and Thursday’s $10 T-Bone. Every

will also be the chance for mums to win a

with small children it’s quite a hidden treasure

evening has a new enticement and all so

Mother’s Day Hamper valued at $200. To make

with “Leprechauns” just inside the restaurant

affordable, especially if you have lots of mouths

sure you don’t miss out bookings are advisable –

providing a very well equipped and fully

to feed. On Monday and Tuesday nights kids

call 4773 6699.

supervised kid’s corner every evening. While you

under-12 years eat free with every main meal

sit back and relax over a meal the kids can read,

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draw, play computer games or kick back and watch cartoons – all that’s required is a gold coin donation.

til late. There will be some delicious Mother’s Day

fun, such as jumping castle, face painting and

menu specials in addition to the usual a la carte.

petting farm (alternating weekly). A gold coin donation gives the kid’s entry to the Kids Club

caters to all tastes with a choice of steak, chicken,

and all its activities, while parents enjoy the live

salads, pizza, burgers, classic pasta dishes and

entertainment and the chance to win the many

vegetarian meals and for those who like a

prizes on offer, including $2,000!

Flinstone Ribs’. The younger ones are also well catered for with the Kids Menu offering many choices, including all the favourites plus ice cream at the end – well priced at $7.50 per meal.

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lunch from 11.30am – 3pm and dinner from 5pm

Friday night is “Kids Night” with heaps of FREE

From simple through to fancy, the menu easily

challenge, you won’t be able to go past the ‘Fred

If you can’t make it for breakfast, there’s always

Brothers Leagues Club really is fun for the whole family. They are located on Harvey Range Road in Kirwan. Take advantage of their Courtesy Bus which operates Tuesday to Saturday from 5.30pm til late, servicing the local area – Kirwan, Condon,

Brother’s think of everything and that includes

Kelso, Rasmussen, Rangewood, Riverside and

absolutely spoiling mum this Mother’s Day. From

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time for a break jokes Being a parent changes everything. But being a parent also changes with each baby. Here are some of the ways having a second

The Layette

Worries

1st Baby: You pre-wash your newborn’s clothes, color-coordinate them, and fold them neatly in the baby’s little bureau.

1st Baby: At the first sign of distress - a whimper, a frown-you pick up the baby.

and third child is different

2nd Baby: You check to make sure that the clothes are clean and discard only the ones with dark stains.

from having your first.

3rd Baby: Boys can wear pink, can’t they?

2nd Baby: You pick the baby up when her wails threaten to wake your firstborn. 3rd Baby: You teach your 3-year-old how to rewind the mechanical swing

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(1) Component (5) Fish (8) Kind of star (9) Eggs (10) Medieval castle tower (11) Condensation (12) Acquire knowledge (14) Small mallet (17) Regret (18) Reverberation (22) Anger (23) Metal currency (24) Golfing term (25) Sort

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True

Question 4

false

A granny, a sheepshank and a bowline are all parts of chimney?

Sideburns were named after a prominant wearer, General Ambrose E Burnside?

Question 2

Question 5

True

false

True

false

You can still be executed for certain crimes in England?

The American inventor of the deep-freezing process was a Mr Birdseye?

Question 3

Email your answers to pakcompetitions@pakmag.com.au and you

True

false

Humphrey Bogart never said? Play it again Sam? in Casablanca?

True

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