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Hello and welcome to the very special Easter edition of PakMag.

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This month we hope to sweeten your life with some awesome Easter ideas including tips on hosting your own Easter party, some adorable Easter egg carton crafts and details on our annual Easter event with thousands of Easter eggs to give away, an Easter Bonnet parade and, of course, a special visit from the Easter Bunny. See inside for more details.

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15 Health: Taking Care Of Your Eyes

At Every Age

We have also welcomed The Block’s Caro and Kingi to our Home section – check out their tips on transforming your little one’s nursery into the ultimate ‘big boy’ or ‘big girl’ space.

16 Healthy Recipes

It is the end of first term and school holidays are upon us again at the end of this month. Can you believe it?! So as usual, PakMag has you covered with everything you need to know about what is happening in your community.

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PakMag’s Easter Eggstravaganza WHEN: 12 March 9.00am to 10:30am WHERE: Castletown MORE INFO: www.pakmag.com.au Put all your eggs in one basket in Easter and celebrate with PakMag at Castletown Shopping Centre. Join in the Easter Bonnet Parade, the Easter Egg Hunt and surprise the kids with a special visit from the Easter Bunny. There will be great prizes for best dressed Easter theme.

Perc Tucker Regional Gallery Family Fun Day WHEN: 20 March 2016, 10.30am – 12.30pm WHERE: Perc Tucker Regional Gallery, Denham Street and Flinders Street, Townville MORE INFO: www. townsville.qld.gov.au Drop-in to Perc Tucker Regional Gallery for five minutes or two hours and take part in free family art activities.

North Queensland Football Academy Training Sessions WHEN: Monday, Wednesday, Friday 6.30am to 7.30am WHERE: Brolga Park MORE INFO: www.nqfball.sportingpulse.net or call 0403 279 867 Get involved in innovative training sessions with North Queensland Football Academy. Training sessions for under 6/7/8 are Mondays, for under 9/10/11 are Wednesdays and under 12/13/14/15/16 are Fridays. Each session is $15 plus strip $65.

Beatle Magic WHEN: 5 March 2016, 8.00pm WHERE: Townsville Civic Theatre, 41 Boundary Street, South Townsville MORE INFO: www.beatlemagic.com.au The ultimate Beatles tribute band is hitting the shores of Townsville this March. This Sydney based show has had a massive reaction in their first 8 years. If you’re a fan of The Beatles (and who isn’t), then this is a great night out. Tickets start at $60.00 for adults.

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Important Dates in March SAINT PATRICK’S DAY: 17 March

NATIONAL END BULLYING AND VIOLENCE DAY: 18 March

EARTH HOUR:

19 March 8.30pm - 9.30pm

Clean Up Australia Day 2016 WHEN: 6 March 2016, 8.00am to 10.00am WHERE: 375 Mount Low Parkway, Bushland Beach MORE INFO: www.cleanupaustraliaday.org.au Get the entire family involved in Clean Up Australia Day, presented by the Townsville City Council and help at Bushland Beach. There is a free barbecue, refreshments and native plants for all volunteers.

Don’t Forget to Vote WHEN: 19 March 8.00am to 6.00pm WHERE: Various locations MORE INFO: www.ecq.qld.gov.au The Queensland local government quadrennial elections will be held on Saturday 19 March 2016. It is compulsory for all enrolled voters to vote in this election. You can also check or update your enrolment details. Visit the Electoral Commission of Queensland website at www.ecq.qld.gov.au or phone 1300 881 665.

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TEACHING YOUR KIDS ABOUT FINANCIAL RESPONSIBILITY STORY Jenna Gallina In a world obsessed with the dollar, how can we teach children the value of money all the while instilling good financial habits at a young age? Here are our top tips to help:

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nothing else. I gave my three-year-old a $50 note and a $5 note and asked her to choose. She chose the $5 note because it’s pink.

As your kids get older, there are plenty of other games that work with money but you really can’t beat the classic Monopoly.

Nonetheless, money identification is the first step towards money management down the road.

Use cash

Play with it Let’s start with the basics – what can you do with money? You can save it, invest it, spend it or give it away.

Using a piggy bank is a great way to teach kids about saving but it doesn’t cover the different aspects of money management. We love the Money Savvy Pig which includes four different slots and is available through Amazon.com for $25 plus shipping.

Start young As soon as your child can count, you can introduce them to the world of money. Get them familiar with the different colours and sizes of coins and bills.

At a young age, your child is not going to fully understand the value of money but it will help encourage shapes and colour recognition if

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Playing “shop” with your little ones is a great way to introduce them to exchanging money for goods.

Let the Children Play have the Honeybake Cash Register - Le Toy Van, a beautiful wooden cash register and play money available for $49.95. Check out www.playmackay.com.au

Pay passing (or pay waving for VISA users) is the easiest route these days but, essentially, every time your kids see you swipe, you are teaching them that you have a magic card that buys things (and you don’t even need to put in a pin number!)

Instead, get in the habit of taking out a certain amount each week and using this money to pay for the various items. Sit down on Monday, split the money into different piles (food, entertainment, fuel, bills) and ask them to help sort the money into envelopes or piles to use throughout the week.

Get App happy A great app to try is Green$treets: Unleash the Loot which is available for iPhone and iPad and teaches children about money management, setting goals,

budgeting and earning money by contributing to the Green$treets community.

The app focuses around rescuing endangered animals and earning money to help care for them. It was developed by Tom Hester, the creator of Shrek, is designed for children aged five and up and comes with rave reviews. Get it at the iTunes store.

Encourage giving as well as spending If you have school-aged children then you will be familiar with the ‘gold coin’ donations requested by the school for various fundraising events.

One of the easiest ways to help them understand the importance of donating is for them to be responsible for their own ‘gold coin’ donations throughout the year.

When offering an allowance, choose smaller bills to encourage savings.

Encourage your children to use the money from the “donate” section of their piggy banks to contribute to these various fundraisers.

If your children receive $5 a week for the chores completed, opt to give them five $1 coins rather than a note. That way they can split up the amount. Perhaps they spend $2 but choose to save $3.

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Start an account The Student Money Saver Account at Queensland Country Credit Union is an excellent option for children aged five to 18. Kids will get their own deposit book to track their savings, a free piggy bank and bonus interest when they deposit at least $5 a month and make no more than one withdrawal in that month.

Check out www.qccu.com.au for more information.

Pick up a few moneythemed children’s books from the library.

Some of our favourites for younger children include The Berenstain Bears, Trouble with Money, by Stan and Jan Berenstain, Money Madness, by David Adler, Follow the Money by Loreen Leedy, Once Upon a Dime: A Math Adventure by Nancy Allen and One Cent, Two Cents, Old Cent, New Cent

by Dr. Seuss.

A good one for children learning to read is A Dollar for Penny by Julie Grass.

For the older kids, consider If You Made a Million by David Schwartz, Alexander, Who Used to be Rich Last Saturday by Judith Viorst, Growing Money: A Complete Investing Guide for Kids by Gail Karlitz, A Smart Girl’s Guide to Money by Nicole Holyoke and Rock, Brock and the Savings Shock by Sheila Blair.

Help them understand the difference between wants, needs and wishes.

This is a tricky one as often a child will think they “need” a toy “today” when this is clearly not the case.

When they see something they “want” rather than “need,” tell them to sleep on it for a week. If the desire is still there, then they can use their money to buy it.

Lead by example I will be the first to admit that my spending habits are awful and thus, it’s only understandable that my children are already showing tendencies of following in my financial failing footsteps.

Some of the money habits to avoid doing in front of your children are shopping on impulse, buying daily indulgences (like coffee) and using money as a form of bribery.

Instead, when shopping with the kids, make a list and try to stick to it. Get them to help find the items on the list in each aisle.

Avoid buying your daily coffee until after you drop them off at school (or make one at home and bring it to work with you).

Rather than using money as a form of reward, use your time. For example, instead of saying, “If you pick up all your toys, I’ll give you a dollar,” switch it to, “If you pick up all your toys, we can go to the park and play cricket for 15 minutes.”

Yes, money is a great form of satisfaction, but it’s not everything. And we all know the saying, “Money doesn’t buy happiness.” Quality time is always going to trump money, regardless of how old your children are.

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Slowing Down Loving Life in the Slow Lane

STORY: Jenna Gallina Sometimes, it’s more than okay to stop and smell the roses.

You know what they say – life moves so quickly. Blink and you will miss it. The cold harsh truth is that in today’s society, it is our second nature to move through life at a lightning pace.

But, while we’re busy speeding down the highway to success, multitasking through our milestones and balancing our personal and professional goals with our parenting duties, what have we missed along the way?

And how can we teach ourselves to slow down, stop, and enjoy the now?

Be present

There is a big difference between being there and being present. Just because you are sitting at the table with your family, doesn’t mean you are actually present. Are you really listening and engaging with your family? Or is your mind wandering into the realm of what you have to do tomorrow?

Are your eyes scanning through the newsfeed on your iPhone?

Use all five senses as much as possible

How often do we just use our eyes to experience something? Take in your surroundings with all five senses whenever you can.

“Life is a journey, not a destination” Ralph Waldo Emerson

Stop feeling like you need to do more Anytime I take a break and just watch my kids play, I feel

guilty. I feel like I should be doing something else – washing the laundry that is piling up, preparing meals for next week, paying the bills.

This is such a bad habit, I know. We’ve been programmed to think that if we’re not multitasking, then we’re not doing enough.

It is enough. Sitting down with your thoughts (without a

computer in front of you) or watching your kids play (without a pile of washing in front of you), is not only okay. It is essential.

Look into the simple life Decluttering your mind also involves decluttering your personal belongings. Having a space that is clean and tidy can make it easier to relax, to unwind and to enjoy the moment.

“For fast-acting relief, try slowing down ” Lily Tomlin

Do things slower Eat slower. Drive slower. Shower slower. Stop rushing through every task.

Get amongst nature One of the easiest ways to slow down and appreciate the present is to get outside. Even a 15 minute stroll (without any distractions such as your phone) can clear your mind.

“The time to relax is when you don’t have time for it ” Jim Goodwin

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Focus on finding pleasure in every task It may seem impossible to find joy from washing dishes

but rather than rushing through this tedious task, take the

time to feel the suds and appreciate the warm water. Stuck in traffic? Use this time to listen to your favourite tunes, to let the air conditioner cool you down, to take in your surroundings.

There are positives in each and every moment, even washing the dishes.

“Slow down and enjoy life.

it’s not only the scenery you miss by going too fast – you also miss the sense of where you are going and why ” Eddie Cantor

accounts once a day and keep your work emails away from home.

Read, Write and Reflect Writing down your thoughts or even your day to day

activities is a great way to really appreciate what you accomplished and how you felt.

If you prefer a digital option, the Realifex app (Real Life Experience) allows users

to record their experiences and the impact it had on

them. This is a great way

to increase self-awareness

and discover the things that really matter to you. www.realifex.com

We are programmed to

focus on the future – to plan ahead, to look for the next

thing to check off our list, to aim for the next goal we want to achieve. There is nothing wrong with being driven to

Switch off

Electronic devices are one of the main reasons our lives have become so hectic. It’s never been easier to check emails, cook dinner and watch a funny YouTube clip all at once. But there isn’t really any need. Switch off for a certain period of time – aim to only check your social media

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succeed and preparing for the future as long as you don’t forget to enjoy the ride along the way.

After all, as every parent knows, kids are only little for a

short period of time. The quicker you speed through life, the more likely you are going to miss those little moments that matter the most.

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+ HEALTH Taking Care Of Your Eyes At Every Age STORY Jane Chin – Paediatric Optometrist Our eyes see the wonders and beauty that is our world so taking care of our eyes at every age is vital to our health and happiness.

WE CAN DO THIS BY • Maintaining a well-balanced diet • If taking medications, be aware of the side-effects such as causing dry eyes or blurry vision • Getting enough sleep • Using eye protection to keep our eyes safe Most of us do this on a regular basis but there are a few other things to be aware of when it comes to taking care of your eyes.

iPADS AND YOUR EYES Our world revolves around electronic devices such as smart phones, iPads, tablets etc. Ensure that you stop using these two to three hours before sleeping, as the blue light emitted from the screens stimulates and prevents sleep from happening easily.

Focussing fatigue may occur in both children and adults.

Regular rest breaks from near tasks are necessary. Glasses with blue light filters can also help support the eyes when on electronic devices.

SUN, SAND AND SEE We live in a place of sunshine so it is important to wear good quality polarised wrap sunglasses whenever outdoors in order to provide protection from harmful UV rays and wind.

A favourite past time of many residents of FNQ is swimming.

Help children when they get irritants such as, chlorine, salt

water or sand in their eyes by flushing or diluting the irritant with non-preserved tear supplements or cold water. Always remember prevention is better than cure. Use of swimming goggles will help minimise the irritants entering eyes.

Prescription swimming goggles are available for adults and children that require glasses to see.

KEEPING AN EYE ON YOUR CHILDREN’S EYES You may not have realised, but our first eye check occurs within a few days of birth. A paediatrician at the hospital will have a quick look for any unusual signs. Any concerns that parents may have such as their child being unresponsive or a family history of eye conditions should be discussed with their nurse, doctor or optometrist.

The Australian Optometrist Association recommends that children have a full eye examination with an optometrist before starting school and regularly as they progress through primary and high school.

Eye examinations should be on the ‘Back to School Checklist’ each year considering the impact of vision on a child’s development, self-confidence and learning.

Annual comprehensive eye examinations for adults help with early detection of eye diseases and support for symptoms of eyestrain.

Don't forget as parents, our children imitate us. Have regular eye checks, maintain good health through balanced diet and exercise and wear sunglasses when outdoors. Look after your eyes; they have to last you a lifetime!

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Potato salad is a staple for any Sunday arvo BBQ and also a great non-sandwich lunch idea. Here is a delicious recipe for you to try this weekend.

Who can resist salted caramel pudding? And this recipe, thanks to Pretend Health Freak, is the perfect choice for dessert tonight or breakfast tomorrow morning.

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1kg desiree potatoes, peeled, cut into 2cm cubes 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice 2 Adfresh farms garlic “Easy Cubes” 4 Adfresh Farms basil “Easy Cubes” 1 tablespoon dijon mustard 1 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground pepper 2/3 cup olive oil 100g roasted crispy bacon strips 120g freshly grated parmesan cheese 1 medium pack gourmet salad mix 1/2 medium-size red onion, sliced

2 tablespoons chia seeds 1 cup coconut milk 2 tablespoons tahini

HOW TO MAKE Place potatoes in a large saucepan. Cover with cold water.

Bring to the boil over high heat. Reduce heat to medium and cook potatoes, uncovered, for 3 to 4 minutes or until tender when pierced with a skewer. Drain. Transfer to a bowl.

Whisk together lemon juice and next 5 ingredients in a large bowl. Whisk in oil in a slow, steady stream. Add potato; gently toss to coat. Spoon into centre of individual serving plates, sprinkle evenly with bacon and half of grated cheese.

Arrange salad greens around potato salad and top with onion slices and remaining cheese. Serve immediately.

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HOW TO MAKE Soak the chia seeds in the coconut milk overnight in the fridge. Place the rest of the ingredients on top of the pudding before serving.

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Sign Language STORY Alison Cupitt

How often do you wish your baby could tell you what's wrong, instead of you guessing the reason for her tears?

Baby sign language bridges this communication gap. It is completely possible for babies to tell you what they need, what they want or what hurts before they can talk to you. Signing decreases their frustration (and yours!) and lets them start a conversation, giving you a precious insight into their interests and thoughts.

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Baby sign language is based on Auslan, Australian Sign Language and developed by Dr. Joseph Garcia.

It uses hand gestures as a way to communicate basic words, including practical words (eat, drink, sleep), motivational words (play, help, where), descriptive words (pain, hot, cold), manners (please, thank you, sorry) and more.

WHY? 40 years of research confirm the many benefits of teaching your baby to sign: Babies love to copy and have a natural inclination to use their hands to communicate. Baby sign takes advantage of this.

Sign language is visually stimulating which improves your baby's attentiveness, inquisitiveness and concentration.

It stimulates both sides of your baby’s brain compared to learning to talk, which only uses the left side.

Babies continue to benefit from sign language, even once talking, by

learning signs for words, which are difficult to articulate.

Babies learn to talk earlier and remember the meaning of words faster when the spoken word is accompanied by the signed word. In fact, baby sign increases a two year olds' vocabulary by 50 words, and by the age of three, they have the equivalent vocabulary and language skills of a four-year-old.

Long-term follow-up has shown better recognition of letters and sounds and improved reading and spelling.

HOW? You can start doing baby sign language on your own. There are plenty of downloadable charts, books and online resources or you can look into a class.

Babies can begin lessons as soon as they can sit supported and are never too old to start learning. Lessons are highly interactive with Sophie the signing puppet, toys, books, photo flash cards, and nursery rhymes.

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Babies have the fine motor skills to sign by six months of age. However, after introducing sign, they may take a few weeks or several months before they start signing back to you. It is easy to get discouraged during this learning phase, but be patient. When the time is right, your little one will start signing back to you.

• Start slowly with a few signs at a time.

Babies of deaf parents have begun to sign as young as eight months of age – an average of four months earlier than a child says his first word - demonstrating that babies have the ability to communicate much sooner than they can talk.

• Encourage your baby’s attempts, praise them and repeat the sign back to them correctly.

• Sign language is visual so ensure the sign and words are accompanied by the appropriate facial expression.

Baby sign language is fun to learn and easy to integrate into your daily life. With consistency, repetition and patience, you will soon be having a conversation with your baby before they can talk!

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HEALTHY EATING DURING PREGNANCY Contrary to popular belief, pregnant mums cannot live on pickles and ice cream. Here is a general guide to what you need to fuel a healthy pregnancy.

CALCIUM: It’s important to up your intake of calcium while

pregnant as it can promote healthy teeth and bones in your baby and also prevent muscle cramps in your body. Aim for three to four servings per day of milk, cheese, sardines, almonds, yoghurt and Brazil nuts.

PROTEIN: As your body is working overtime, you will need

extra protein to keep up. Choose foods like lean red meat, eggs, fish, chicken, lentils, hard cheese and peanut butter.

IRON: Keep your energy levels up with spinach, dried apricots, lean red meat, tuna and beans.

FIBRE: Improve digestion with fibre-enriched foods such

as whole grains, enriched pasta, brown rice, green peas, mixed nuts and leeks.

VITAMIN C: Keep your placenta strong during pregnancy

by adding plenty of vitamin C-enriched foods to the shopping trolley including cabbage, cauliflower, grapefruit, strawberries, tomatoes and oranges.

FOLIC ACID: Folic acid provides assistance in developing

bub’s nervous system so pick up some extra broccoli, spinach, avocado, hazelnuts, cooked beans and wholegrain breads.

WHAT’S OFF LIMITS? Avoid alcohol, sushi, soft serve ice cream, certain salads and deli meats, fish with high levels of mercury and soft cheeses.

BABY TEETHING TIPS Watching your little one suffer is hard for every parent, especially when you know there is very little you can do. Teething, simply put, hurts and it is something all babies and toddlers will experience. Some symptoms of teething include dribbling, cold-like symptoms, lowgrade fever, chin rash, cheek rubbing, gnawing, trouble sleeping and irritability.

How can you ease the pain of teething? Here are a few different remedies to try:

COLD WASHCLOTH: Place a clean washcloth in cold water and put in the freezer for about thirty minutes before giving it to bub to suck on.

TEETHING GELS AND TABLETS: Make sure you speak to

a chemist about how much and how often to give your little one teething gels or tablets.

RUSKS: You can purchase rusks for babies six months and up or make your own.

AMBER TEETHING NECKLACES: Not to be confused with silicone necklaces (below), amber teething necklaces are not to be chewed but are meant to help release succinic acid that can help with the teething pain.

SILICONE NECKLACES AND BANGLES: These

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YOUR COLD, CLEAN FINGER: Massaging your bub’s gums with your clean finger, rinsed in cool water can also provide relief.

If bub is very irritable and has a fever, then you may also consider children’s Panadol or Nurofen. Just make sure you follow the correct dosage.

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Until now you had to wash a Turkish towel about half a dozen times to get the perfect cuddly feel. The name says it all. It is superbly soft. It only takes one wash to break it in and you’re ready to roll. It relies on a looser weaving technique and pre washing. It does not rely on chemical additives.

NOMAD KID HAIR WAX WEB www.nomadkidhairwax.com RRP $14.20 plus postage Their kids' hair styling wax is natural, nontoxic, chemical free and vegan. It comes in an 80ml aluminium screw top container.

The wax has a soft pliable hold so you can change styles if needed. It has a mild shine and can hold up thick, thin, straight or curly hair. It washes out very well in a warm shower or bath. There’s also the added bonus of smelling like coconuts all day!

MADEL NIGHT LIGHT WEB www.madelnightlights.com.au RRP $85.00 The Madel Night Light was launched in November 2015 to rave reviews, and allows children and parents to create their perfect sleeping environment, setting the colour and brightness at the touch of a button.

Each light includes three swappable designs from the following: Dinosaur, Rocket, Train, Owl, Butterfly, Fairy, Mermaid, & Woodlands Fawn.

WHAT'S ON MAR AUSTRALIAN BREASTFEEDING ASSOCIATION DISCUSSION MEETING: BREASTFEEDING AND WEIGHT GAINS IMPS Building, Kirwan Health abatownsville@yahoo.com.au 9.30am / Free / Family

TUESDAY 1 THE CATHEDRAL SCHOOL TOUR ON TUESDAY 154 Ross River Road, Mundingburra www.cathedral.qld.edu.au 10.00am / Free / Family

AFTER SCHOOL ART - FINGER PRINT FLIP BOOKS PT. 1 Perc Tucker Regional Gallery 4727 9011 3.30pm / Cost / Kids

T&DMBA MULTIPLES BUBS & BUMPS PLAYGROUP (For new & expectant families with twins, triplets or more) Check facebook page www.facebook.com/ TownsvilleMultiples 9.30am / Free / Family

FRIday 4 DIRECTOR'S PICK: RECENT ACQUISITIONS FROM THE CITY OF TOWNSVILLE ART COLLECTION LAUNCH Perc Tucker Regional Gallery 4727 9011 6.30pm / Free / Adult

PERCIVAL'S LIFE DRAWING Perc Tucker Regional Gallery 4727 9011 6.30pm / $15 / Adult AFTER SCHOOL ART - FINGER PRINT FLIP BOOKS PT. 1 Perc Tucker Regional Gallery 4727 9011 3.30pm / Cost / Kids ART-BOX - ART ACTIVITIES FOR UNDER 5'S Pinnacles Gallery 4773 8871 10.00am / Free / Kids

WEDNESDAY 2 BRING YOUR BABY SESSIONS - ZOOLANDER 2 Event Cinemas www.eventcinemas.com.au Check website for times and cost Adult

SATURday 5 DISNEY FILM FESTIVAL THE LION KING Event Cinemas www.eventcinemas.com.au Check website for times and cost Family WEEKEND FAMILY FLICKS DADDY'S HOME Event Cinemas www.eventcinemas.com.au Check website for times and cost Family

SUNday 6 CLEAN UP AUSTRALIA DAY Apex Park, Ross River

"Minty picks PakMag Easter Eggstravaganza on Sunday 12th at 9am" www.conservationvolunteers.com.au 8.00am / Free / Family DISNEY FILM FESTIVAL THE LION KING Event Cinemas www.eventcinemas.com.au Check website for times and cost Family WEEKEND FAMILY FLICKS DADDY'S HOME Event Cinemas www.eventcinemas.com.au Check website for times and cost Family DROP-IN WORKSHOPS Pinnacles Gallery 4773 8871 1.00pm / Free / Kids

MONday 7 MONDAY MORNING ART GROUP Pinnacles Gallery 4773 8871 9.00am / U3A Membership / Adult

TUESday 8 PERCIVAL'S LIFE DRAWING Perc Tucker Regional Gallery 4727 9011 6.30pm / $15 / Adult AFTER SCHOOL ART - FINGER PRINT FLIP BOOKS PT. 2 Perc Tucker Regional Gallery 4727 9011 3.30pm / Free / Kids

WEDNESDAY 9

AFTER SCHOOL ART - FINGER PRINT FLIP BOOKS PT. 2 Perc Tucker Regional Gallery 4727 9011 3.30pm / Free / Kids

FRIDAY 11 BRING YOUR BABY SESSIONS - THE FINEST HOURS Event Cinemas www.eventcinemas.com.au Check website for times and cost Adult

SATURDAY 12 PAKMAG EASTER EGGSTRAVAGANZA CastleTown www.pakmag.com.au 9.00am / Free / Family WEEKEND FAMILY FLICKS GOOSEBUMPS 2D Event Cinemas www.eventcinemas.com.au Check website for times and cost Family DISNEY FILM FESTIVAL FROZEN Event Cinemas www.eventcinemas.com.au Check website for times and cost Family SHELLEY BEACH CLEAN UP WITH TANGAROA BLUE Shelley Beach, Town Common meet at front gate www.conservationvolunteers.com.au 8.00am / Free / Adult

EMAIL EVENTS TO: ADMIN@GRANDPUBLISHING.COM.AU

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WHAT'S ON MAR SUNDAY 13 MULTIPLE BIRTH AWARENESS WEEK: CHILD HEALTH INFO DAY (Free for T&DMBA members) check facebook page www.facebook.com/ TownsvilleMultiples 9.00am / Cost / Adult WEEKEND FAMILY FLICKS GOOSEBUMPS 2D Event Cinemas www.eventcinemas.com.au Check website for times and cost Family DISNEY FILM FESTIVAL FROZEN Event Cinemas www.eventcinemas.com.au Check website for times and cost Family DROP-IN WORKSHOPS Pinnacles Gallery 4773 8871 1.00pm / Free / Kids

MONDAY 14 MULTIPLE BIRTH AWARENESS WEEK: MULTI PLAY @ CHIPMUNKS (Free for T&DMBA members) Chipmunks Playland & Café www.facebook.com/ TownsvilleMultiples 9.00am / Cost / Family BRING YOUR BABY SESSIONS - THE FINEST HOURS Event Cinemas www.eventcinemas.com.au Check website for times and cost Adult MONDAY MORNING ART GROUP Pinnacles Gallery 4773 8871 9.00am / U3A Membership / Adult

TUESDAY 15 THE CATHEDRAL SCHOOL - KINDY AND PREP OPEN MORNING 154 Ross River Road, Mundingburra www.cathedral.qld.edu.au 9.00am / Free / Family PERCIVAL'S LIFE DRAWING Perc Tucker Regional Gallery 4727 9011 6.30pm / $15 / Adult 24

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AFTER SCHOOL ART PUPPETS (GEORGE GITTOES AND MIRKA MORA) PT.1 Perc Tucker Regional Gallery 4727 9011 3.30pm / Free / Kids

(free) WITH GIGGLETOES (cost)

WEDNESDAY 16

9.00am / Free / Family

MULTIPLE BIRTH AWARENESS WEEK: MULTIPLES STORY TIME Atkinvale Library www.facebook.com/ TownsvilleMultiples 10.00am / Free / Family MULTIPLE BIRTH AWARENESS WEEK: COFFEE 'N' CRAFT Bunnings Warehouse Domain Central www.facebook.com/ TownsvilleMultiples 3.30pm / Free / Family BRING YOUR BABY SESSIONS - THE FINEST HOURS Event Cinemas www.eventcinemas.com.au Check website for times and cost Adult AUSTRALIAN BREASTFEEDING ASSOCIATION DISCUSSION MEETING: BREASTFEEDING YOUR PREMATURE BABY IMPS Building, Kirwan Health abatownsville@yahoo.com.au 9.30am / Free / Family AFTER SCHOOL ART PUPPETS (GEORGE GITTOES AND MIRKA MORA) PT.1 Perc Tucker Regional Gallery 4727 9011 3.30pm / Cost / Kids

THURSDAY 17 MULTIPLE BIRTH AWARENESS WEEK: HANDS ON WILDLIFE (free for T&DMBA members) check facebook page www.facebook.com/ TownsvilleMultiples 3.30pm / Cost / Family

FRIDAY 18 BRING YOUR BABY SESSIONS - LADY IN A VAN Event Cinemas www.eventcinemas.com.au Check website for times and cost Adult MULTIPLE BIRTH AWARENESS WEEK: T&DMBA PLAYGROUP

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SPOTLIGT SAFARI Rowes Bay Sustainability Centre www.townsville.qld.gov.au 5.30pm / Free / Family

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SUNDAY 20

(For families with twins, triplets or more)

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RIVERWAY MOVIE NIGHT -

SPONGEBOB SQUAREPANTS: Sponge out of water Riverway Lagoons

www.townsville.qld.gov.au 7.15pm / Free / Family

SATURDAY 19 MAD MOVING MANNEQUINS CastleTown

19/03/16 to 26/03/16 castletown.com.au

Check website for more details and times Family

MAD HATTER TEAM TEA PARTIES

CastleTown

19/03/16 to 26/03/16 castletown.com.au

Check website for more details and times Family

POLLING DAY - LOCAL

GOVERNMENT ELECTIONS At various locations

www.ecq.qld.gov.au/

elections/2016-local-governmentquadrennial-elections

MULTIPLE BIRTH AWARENESS WEEK: FUNDRAISING SAUSAGE SIZZLE

Bunnings Warehouse Domain Central

www.facebook.com/ TownsvilleMultiples

8.00am / Cost / Family EXCLUSIVE FRIENDS OF THE GALLERIES WATERCOLOUR WORKSHOP WITH ARTIST CATH MEHARRY Pinnacles Gallery 4773 8871

10.30am / Free for Friends of the Galleries Membership / Adult

CINEBUZZ CREW SCREENING KUNG FU PANDA 3 Event Cinemas www.eventcinemas.com.au 10.30am / Cost / Family MULTIPLE BIRTH AWARENESS WEEK: T&DMBA MEMBERS POOL PARTY Kirwan Aquatic Centre www.facebook.com/ TownsvilleMultiples 9.00am / Free / Family FREE FAMILY FUN DAY - ART ACTIVITIES FOR THE FAMILY Perc Tucker Regional Gallery 4727 9011 10.30am / Free / Family DROP-IN WORKSHOPS Pinnacles Gallery 4773 8871 1.00pm / Free / Family

MONDAY 21 BRING YOUR BABY SESSIONS - LADY IN A VAN Event Cinemas www.eventcinemas.com.au Check website for times and cost Adult MONDAY MORNING ART GROUP Pinnacles Gallery 4773 8871 9.00am / U3A Membership / Adult

TUESDAY 22 PERCIVAL'S LIFE DRAWING Perc Tucker Regional Gallery 4727 9011 6.30pm / $15 / Adult AFTER SCHOOL ART PUPPETS (GEORGE GITTOES AND MIRKA MORA) PT. 2 Perc Tucker Regional Gallery 4727 9011 3.30pm / Cost / Kids

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WHAT'S ON MAR AND MIRKA MORA) PT. 2 Perc Tucker Regional Gallery 4727 9011 3.30pm / Cost / Kids

WEDNESDAY 23 T&DMBA MULTIPLES BUBS & BUMPS PLAYGROUP (For new & expectant families with twins, triplets or more) Atkinvale Library www.facebook.com/ TownsvilleMultiples 12.00pm / Free / Family

thursDAY 24 EASTER EGG HUNT AT PAUL SADLER SWIMLAND 20-22 Freshwater Drive, Riverside Gardens 4779 4647 4.30pm / Cost and must RSVP by 19 March / Family

CHICKS AT THE FLICKS - MY BIG FAT GREEK WEDDING 2 Event Cinemas www.eventcinemas.com.au 6.00pm / Cost / Adult

friDAY 25

AFTER SCHOOL ART PUPPETS (GEORGE GITTOES

BRING YOUR BABY SESSIONS

- LADY IN A VAN Event Cinemas www.eventcinemas.com.au Check website for times and cost Adult

SUNDAY 27 DROP-IN WORKSHOPS Pinnacles Gallery 4773 8871 1.00pm / Free / Kids

MONDAY 28 MONDAY MORNING ART GROUP Pinnacles Gallery

4773 8871 9.00am / U3A Membership / Adult

TUESDAY 29 PERCIVAL'S LIFE DRAWING Perc Tucker Regional Gallery 4727 9011 6.30pm / $15 / Adult

WEDNESDAY 30 AUSTRALIAN BREASTFEEDING ASSOCIATION - BLISS MORNING TEA IN THE PARK Dan Glesson Park, Kirwan abatownsville@yahoo.com.au 9.30am / Free / Family

EMAIL EVENTS TO: ADMIN@GRANDPUBLISHING.COM.AU

REGULAR MARKETS BALGAL BEACH MARKETS Time/Date: 8am-1pm, First & Third Sat Location: Balgal Beach

BLUEWATER COMMUNITY CENTRE TWILIGHT MARKETS Location: Bluewater Community Assoc Date: Every Second Saturday

COTTERS MARKETS Time/Date: 8.30am-1pm, Every Sun Location: Flinders St & Townsville Bulletin Square,

HORSESHOE BAY MARKETS Time: 9am-2pm Date: Every second and last Sunday Location: Horseshoe Bay Foreshore

CARLYLE GARDENS ARTS & CRAFTS MARKETS Time: 9am Date: 1st Sat of the month (Mar - Dec) Location: Carlyle Gardens Retirement Resot, Beck Drive, Condon

CASTLE HILL PCYC MARKETS Time/Date: 7am to 11am, Every Sun Location: Castle Hill PCYC

MOUNTAINVIEW PLAZA MARKET Time: 8am-2pm, Every Saturday (Exc Jan) Location: Mountainview Plaza

NQ FARMERS MARKET Time/Date: 6am-12pm, Every Saturday Location: North Shore Town Centre

RENEGADE HANDMADE INDOOR MARKET EXTRAVAGANZA Time: 8am-1pm Date: Every Second Sat Location: Aitkenvale School

BUSHLAND BEACH MARKETS Time/Date: 8am-1pm, First & Third Sun Location: Bushland Beach

MAGNETIC ISLAND RSL MARKET Time: 5.30pm-8pm Date: Every Friday (Exc Good Friday) Location: Magnetic Island RSL

LABEL TRADERS MARKET Time: 8am-12pm Date: 3rd Sunday of the month Location: Mundingburra State School

STRAND NIGHT MARKETS Time/Date: 5pm-9.30pm, First Friday Location: Strand Park (Runs from May to Dec)

TOWNSVILLE ARTIST MARKET Time/Date: August 1 at Strand Ephemera, October 24, Riverway Arts Centre, 9am-12pm

WILLOWS ROTARY MARKETS Time/Date: 7.30-11.30am, Every Sun Location: Willows Shop Centre Carpark

UPPER ROSS COMMUNITY Time/Date: 8.00am - 1.00pm, 2nd & 4th Saturday of the month Location: Apex Park – Riverway Drive, Rasmussen

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REGULAR EVENTS TOWNSVILLE GALLERIES VARIOUS DAYS MONDAY MORNING ART GROUP (Adults) Time/Day 9.00am, Monday Location Pinnacles Gallery, 4773 8871 ART-BOX - ART ACTIVITIES for Under 5's Time/Day 10.00am, First Tuesday Location Pinnacles Gallery Cost/Phone Free (Kids) 4773 8871 PERCIVAL'S LIFE DRAWING (Adults) Time/Day 6.30pm, Tuesday Location Perc Tucker Regional Gallery Cost/Phone $15, 4727 9011 FREE FAMILY FUN DAY - ART ACTIVITIES FOR THE FAMILY Time/Day 10.30am, Third Sunday Location Perc Tucker Regional Gallery Cost/Phone Free, (Family) 4727 9011

BROTHERS LEAGUES CLUB TOWNSVILLE VARIOUS DAYS KIDS CLUB (Supervised) Time/Day 6.00pm - 9.30pm Every Night Location Brothers Townsville Phone 4773 8000 BROTHERS KIDS NIGHT Time/Day 6.00pm - 9.00pm Friday Location Brothers Townsville Phone 4773 8000 (Free)

BELGIAN GARDENS STATE SCHOOL PLAYGROUP MONDAYS Time 9.00 - 11.00am Location Belgian Gardens SS Hall Cost/Phone $2 per person, 4717 1333 Email rickandjules4@bigpond.com

FIRST FIVE FOREVER VARIOUS DAYS PARENT INFORMATION SESSIONS Time/Day 9.30am, First Tuesday Location CityLibraries Aitkenvale Web www.townsville.qld.gov.au Cost Free

FREE DAY FOR TOWNSVILLE AND BURDEKIN LOCALS AT THE MUSEUM OF TROPICAL QLD (Excl School Holidays) Time 9.30am - 5.00pm

SATURDAYS

TOWNSVILLE TOY LIBRARY TOWNSVILLE TOY LIBRARY Days/Times Every Tuesday and the 1, 2 & 3 Saturday from 9.30 until 11.00am.

Location Toy Library is at the Railway Estate Community Centre, 23 First St

THURSDAYS DURING SCHOOL TERMS For Babies to pre prep aged children.

Fun, music, morning tea and Free play

MONDAY / THURSDAY NIGHTS

PLAYGROUP TOY LIBRARY

DODGEBALL & VOLLEYBALL TOURNAMENT Time 6.00pm to 8.00pm Location Launch Zone, 1300 528 624 Cost $90 per team (Weekly - $15pp)

Days/Times Last Saturday of the month from 8.30 - 10.00am Location The Toy Shed, Fitzroy St, Heatley

MOUNT LOUISA SCOUT GROUP

SCOUTS (10-14) Time/Day Thursdays, 6:00pm-8:00pm Location Mt Louisa House of Praise (Bayswater Rd) Phone 0403 862 449 (Matt)

MUSEUM OF TROPICAL QLD

Starting at 6.45am Runners head off at 7.00am and the event finishes when the last participant crosses the line.

Riverway parkrun is a 5km course along Ross River which you can complete by running or walking (or both) and is for all ages. Children, prams and dogs are all welcome to join in the fun. Please note: Scooters and bikes are not allowed for safety and insurance reasons.

This course is wheelchair friendly.

MAINLY MUSIC

LAUNCH ZONE

JUMP FITT Time/Days Monday (6.00pm), Wednesday (5.30pm), Saturday (8am) Location Launch Zone, 1300 528 624 Cost $15 per person

Time From 6.45am Location Meet at the front of Tony Ireland Stadium on the grassed area near the ticket box.

Registration is free and available at www.parkrun.com.au/riverway.

MESSY PLAY (Bookings Required) Days Wednesdays Time 9.00am & 10.30am Location CityLibraries Aitkenvale

JOEYS AND CUBS (6-10) Time/Day Tuesdays, 6:30pm-8:00pm

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RIVERWAY PARKRUN

NEWBORN AND FAMILY DROP-IN SERVICE Time/Day Tuesday (9am to 2pm), Saturdays (9.00am to 12.00pm) Location CityLibraries Aitkenvale Web www.townsville.qld.gov.au Cost Free

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2ND TUESDAY OF EACH MONTH

LEARN JAPANESE PLAYGROUP MONDAYS DURING SCHOOL TERM Location Annandale Community Centre Time 9.30 - 10.30am Email oyakodejapanese@hotmail.com Cost Gold coin donation per family

Time From 9.30am Location St Peter’s Anglican Church, West End Cost $3.00 per child Phone Call 0414 807 179 for more information

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THURSDAY 31 MARCH What Comes Next?

3-6 years - 9.00-10.30am

Townsville Tenpin and Fun Centre

Tumbling and Tramp

3-6 years - 9.00-10.30am Chalk Mural City

7-12 years - 9.00-10.30am Drama Text

7-12 years - 11.00am - 12.30pm Tumbling and Tramp

SCHOOL HOLIDAY SPECIAL – FAMILY FUN DEAL

Build a Box City

1 game or tenpin each

3-6 years - 11.00am - 12.30pm

1 Family size hot Chips

FRIDAY 1 APRIL

1 small slushy each

Drama Play

All for just $40.00 (that’s $10.00 each)

7-12 years - 11.00am - 12.30pm

3-6 years - 9.00-10.30am

Open 9am till late every day, check

Balance & Play

website/ Facebook for times

Artist Books

www.townsvilletenpin.com.au

3-6 years - 9.00-10.30am Lots happening with La Luna Youth Arts this School Holidays.

WEEK ONE TUESDAY 29 MARCH Bear Hunt 3-6 years @ 9.00-10.30am

7-12 years - 9.00-10.30am Games of Theatre

7-12 years - 11.00am - 12.30pm Roll Up… Roll Up!

7-12 years - 11.00am - 12.30pm

Fairy Ballet 3-6 years @ 9.00-10.30am

My Art Book

Papercraft Collage 7-12 years @ 9.00-10.30am

All Workshops are $15.00 each or 4 for

In a, With a, While a 7-12 years @ 11.00am - 12.30pm

Riverway Arts Centre.

Dance Express 7-12 years @ 11.00am - 12.30pm

3-6 years - 11.00am - 12.30pm $50.00 or 10 for $100.00 and held at

WEEK TWO PERFORMANCE - From Page to Stage

Cool Collages 3-6 years @ 11.00am - 12.30pm

featuring 3 stories... Queen Snow White,

WEDNESDAY 30 MARCH

A theatre triple bill for young people

Tumble & Jump 3-6 years - 9.00-10.30am Dance & Sing 3-6 years - 9.00-10.30am Who's That?

7-12 years - 9.00-10.30am

Bookings recommended Ph. 4773 2133

Neverland & Persephone by young people that revisions classic children's stories.

PERFOMANCE DAYS AND TIMES Thursday 7 April 10.00am and 1.00pm Friday 8 April 10.00am and 1.00pm

Perc Tucker Regional Gallery

Acrobalance & Pyramids 7-12 years - 11.00am – 12.30pm

Saturday 9 April 2.00pm and 6.00pm

IS OFFERING ART ACTIVITIES THESE SCHOOL HOLIDAYS.

Song & Dance 7-12 years - 11.00am - 12.30pm

For more information and costs call 4773 6377 or email admin@lalunanq.com

Bookings are ESSENTIAL:

Music Makers 3-6 years -11.00am - 12.30pm

or visit www.lalunanq.com Bookings are Essential.

(07) 4727 9011

To Book Call (07) 4727 9011 or email ptrg@townsville.qld.gov.au

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Pinnacles Gallery

Love to Swim

PAUL SADLER SWIMLAND HOLIDAY PROGRAM

ARE RUNNING SOME GREAT SCHOOL HOLIDAY ART ESCAPE WORKSHOPS

From Monday 4 - Friday 8 April

BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL

A half hour lesson every day for five days, using our unique program with its focus on deep water survival.

All workshops Cost $15.00 or $10.00 for Friends of the Gallery

They’ll be having so much fun they won’t even know they’re learning.

For more information or to book Call 4773 8871 or email

Why not enrol in the Paul Sadler Swimland Holiday Program

pinnacles@townsville.qld.gov.au

Reef HQ

ARE RUNNING THEIR INTENSIVE

THIS SCHOOL HOLIDAYS GET YOUR FISH ON WITH THEIR FISHING SIMULATOR & DEMONSTRATIONS

MONDAY 4 TO FRIDAY 8 APRIL

From Saturday 2 April – Thursday 7 April

For more information or to book call

Cost - general admission or valid membership pass.

SWIMMING PROGRAM FROM

E: admin@love2swimschool.com.au W: www.love2swimschool.com.au

Ranchlands

Phone 4779 4647 Bookings essential

Bookings are required

CASTLETOWN CastleTown School Holiday activities

PIRATES AND PRINCESSES WEEK Monday 4 – Saturday 9 April With shows twice daily at 11.00am and 1.00pm located out the front of Target

PIRATE AND PRINCESS MORNING TEA Tuesday 5 April at 9.30am (Spaces are limited call Castletown Centre Management to book 4772 1699)

INTRO TO HORSES PROGRAMME – 2 PROGRAMS RUNNING IN THE SCHOOL HOLIDAYS

Contact: www.paulsadlerswimland.com

4723 3447

information - www.reefhq.com.au 4750 0800

Cost: $70.00 per swimmer

$50.00 for the week

Please refer to website for times and further Email – info@reefhq.com or call

Paul Sadler Swimland

Hot Rock Adventure ‘KIDS CLIMBING CLINIC’ THIS SCHOOL HOLIDAYS.

For just $20.00 you get 1.5 hours climbing introductory training with our staff, additional climbing for as long as they can and Adult Belay FREE. 14 climber’s maximum per session.

Children under 13 years MUST have an adult (someone over 13 years) to belay (safety rope work).

Days Clinic running: Monday 28 and Thursday 31 March and Monday 4 and Thursday 7 April Time: 12:00 – 1.30pm To book or for more information visit www.hotrockadventure.com.au

For more information, visit www.castletown.com.au

Friday 1 and Tuesday 5 April From 8.00am to 12.00pm Catering for children from 6 years to adults A first introduction to horses, learning some Natural Horsemanship to gain a connection and confidence, as well as hands on grooming saddling etc, finishing with a riding lesson.

Everything supplied cost $85.00 Bookings Required, for more information www.ranchlands.com.au 4774 0124 or 0400 345 727

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Butterfly Garland You need: egg carton, scissors, paint (and brush), pipe cleaners and string To make: Cut the cups out of the egg carton and make a slit in the middle so the cups lay flat. Trim each carton into a butterfly wing shape, paint and let dry before using pipe cleaners for antennas and hanging them up with string.

Thanks to: www.iheartartsncrafts.com

Flower Power You need: paint (and brush), egg carton, paper straw, pom poms, scissors and glue To make: Cut out four containers out of the egg carton and trim to give the shape of the petals. Paint flowers and once paint has dried, glue the paper straw stems to the back and a pom pom in the middle.

Thanks to: www.iheartartsncrafts.com

Itty Bitty Bunny You need: egg carton, scissors, white/pink paint, a black sharpie, and glue To make: Cut out one egg carton cup and two bunny ears, painted white. Draw on bunny’s face and paint the nose pink. Once dry, glue the ears to the back of the cup and add whiskers.

Thanks to: www.craftymorning.com

Cheeky Chicky You need: egg carton, paint (and brush), glue, scissors, a black sharpie and construction paper To make: Cut apart two egg holders and trim off excess edges, glue two pieces together, paint and add a beak and eyes.

Thanks to: www.typicallysimple.com

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Half a Dozen Dragonfly You need: paint (and brush), egg carton, white card, tissue paper, glue, pipe cleaner and scissors.

To make: Cut the egg carton in half and paint. Cut the wings out of the white paper and glue tissue paper over the top. Add pipe cleaner antennas and glue the wings to the top of the egg carton body.

Thanks to: www.craftymorning.com

Lovely Ladybug You need: egg carton, black pipe cleaner, googly eyes, black pom poms, red paint, black Sharpie, glue gun and scissors.

To make: Cut a cup from the carton and trim around the edges so it lies flat. Paint red, let dry and glue on the eyes, black pom pom and pipe cleaner antenna before adding spots to the cup with a Sharpie.

Thanks to: www.onelittleproject.com

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EASTER PARTY

Get egg-cited – Easter is at the end of the month (27 March) which means it’s time to enjoy a day of hopping fun!

GAMES Hunt for Easter eggs - This is one of my favourite things about Easter - buying heaps of chocolate eggs and hiding them around the house and backyard for the kids to find.

Do the bunny hop - Use potato sacks or pillowcases paired with bunny ears and hop to the finish line.

Egg and spoon races - Another classic Easter relay game, see who can make it to the finish without dropping their egg.

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Perfect your Easter table with downloadable printables where you can get patterned banners, swing tags, drink label wrappers, table bunting, party signs, mini party flags and cupcake toppers.

Set up a craft table where everyone can decorate their own Easter bonnet.

Buy face paint and offer to turn party guests into little bunnies with pink noses and black whiskers

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Would it surprise you to know that as a nation we racked up over $27 billion in credit card debt over Christmas 2015?

The interest alone on this amount is a staggering $286 million! Why should we be talking about credit cards in an article about personal loans? Because, a major proportion of personal loans written are to consolidate credit card and other unsecured, high interest debt.

Personal Loans can help people manage their debt as they can pick the loan term that suits their income and pay off the debt over a period of time.

When researching the true need for this or any type of loan make sure that you understand exactly what you are agreeing to and that you are clear on what you can and can’t do with the loan product. Be clear with your goals and objectives and where possible, try to pay the loan off earlier to save interest. However, check to make sure there are no penalties to pay the loan out early.

Also research the cost and benefits of Loan Protection Insurance (life cover, disability, involuntary unemployment, trauma cover) which can offer peace of mind in the event of unforeseen circumstances or tragedy.

When applying for a Personal Loan, check with the lender on what proof of income and/or documentation the lender needs to review your application. Most lenders will want to see recent bank statements, income

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There are a number of options that are worth considering when looking at a Personal Loan for debt consolidation: a) If you have interest free card/s that you are refinancing, consider paying them off by the due date as you won’t be charged interest until the due date. b) If you are refinancing credit cards with high debt, consider debt consolidation over switching to another credit card with a no interest period on balance transfers. This way you can pay down the debt over time. c) If you have equity or a redraw facility available in your home loan, consider using some of it to lower your debt, especially those with high interest rates.

A Personal Loan may charge a lower interest rate. Also ask your financial institution about banking packages, especially if you have a home loan.

The important thing to consider for anyone looking to borrow is that it should be undertaken to improve your current financial position and make your current debt easier to manage.

Financial stress caused by uncontrolled debt and too many monthly payments can have a far reaching effect on our health and personal and work relationships.

Talk to your financial institution about your current situation and financial goals. It is worth the time to invest in a financial health check.

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d) Understand the current interest rate you are paying on your credit cards and other debt arrangements.

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To BED Making the transition from cot to bed is a big milestone for

both kids and their parents. One of the ways to help young children with this change is to create a fun and cosy bedroom.

It can take some time for your little one to get used to a new bed and you may have a night visitor as your child learns to adapt to the change. Be consistent with your night-time routine and, in time, your little one will learn to stay in his or her own bed.

Involve your children in the design of their new room, asking what theme they would like and letting them pick out the bedding, the pillows, the posters, the wall stickers or the colour of paint.

Make a big deal about your child’s ‘big boy’ or ‘big girl’ status to encourage independence and excitement in the change.

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WHAt's NEWS in Business Wills – Do I really need a solicitor?

Linda Leong, LLB Principal of McDonald Leong Lawyers

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Have You Heard: Introducing Caro and Kingi - PakMag’s HOME Specialists We are more than pleased to announce that Caro and Kingi will be joining the PakMag team as our HOME design specialists. Every month we bring you different tips, tricks and inspiration to spruce up your home and who better to help us navigate through the world of design than The Block’s Caro and Kingi?

Thinking about how you want your assets to be distributed once you pass away can be quite emotional and difficult. Speaking with a solicitor about how to distribute your assets upon your passing can have the following benefits:

1. Reduce the likelihood of someone contesting or challenging your Will;

2. Ensure that all of your assets are covered in your Will; 3. Possible protection of your assets through trusts established by your Will;

4. That family heirlooms or items of sentimental value are passed to your intended beneficiary; and

5. Seek advice on what happens to assets that do not fall within your estate such as superannuation benefits.

When making your Will, it is a good time to also think about other legal documents which you may wish to have in place regarding the handling of your affairs should you be unable to make those decisions due to an accident or illness.

Many clients choose to make an Enduring Power of Attorney (“EPA”) appointing a trusted third party to make decisions for them in relation to financial, personal and health matters.

An Advance Health Directive (“AHD”) is also popular amongst clients as to the type of medical treatment they wish to receive when in a coma or a terminal phase of an incurable illness.

A Will, EPA or AHD cannot be made or changed when you lose the capacity to make decisions for yourself. It is therefore important to have a Will, EPA and AHD in place before your capacity is affected to avoid complications in the handling of your affairs. As your circumstances may change during your lifetime, it is important to regularly review these documents to ensure they continue to reflect your wishes.

If you are considering making or changing a Will, EPA or AHD, Linda Leong of McDonald Leong Lawyers is able to assist.

Contact Linda on 4723 5155 to arrange an appointment to see how she can assist you.

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Have You Heard: Wellspring Chiropractic Welcomes New CHIROPRACTOR Wellspring Chiropractic is pleased to introduce PakMag readers to Dr Queenie Stewart, their new Chiropractor from a charming coastal city in Norway called Stavanger. Queenie has worked on a variety of athletes and has interests in sports performance and family care. She is passionate about helping others live optimal healthy lives. Her approach to care is to assess and treat each client individually as well as offer advice on wellness and preventative health. In her spare time, she loves staying active. Queenie looks forward to meeting you and taking care of your healthcare needs.

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Daddy Diary Food Fascination Food, glorious food. The exact three words I used to start this column with about six months ago. Back then my 19 month old daughter Matilda was only eating food that resembled thick, gloopy slop. There's something totally gross about boiled and blended up chicken. That image (and smell) will stay with me for a long time.

The good news is my little darling has progressed. She’s now smashing down what we in the parenting biz call solids.

Fruit, veggies, sandwiches, biscuits, spring rolls (on one occasion after Mum picked up Noodle Box for Dad), chippies and pastry. You name it Matilda Clifton will gobble it up with her eight and a half teeth.

But there is one solid that reigns supreme my friends. One solid that rules them all. The king of all solids (in Matilda's eyes anyway) is none other than the humble red box of Arnott’s Jatz.

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I don’t know what it is but the humble Jatz Cracker has become her favourite food. Just one glimpse at that bright red box and Matilda is in hysterics. One time she was so overcome with the sight of the Jatz box that she just started crying like a crazed One Direction fan stalking the boys out the front of a hotel room. We don’t even have to put anything on them. Just a plane old Jatz Cracker and Matilda's love is bought.

Of course it’s not just Jatz that makes up Matilda’s new solids diet. As the Cookie Monster would happily tell us on Sesame Street they are a "sometimes food". The other healthier thing Matilda has developed a taste for is the king of the Queensland fruits - the banana.

Matilda loves nothing more than squishing that yellow gooey fruit right through the middle of her fingers. It’s so much fun to play with. On a good day some if it even makes it into her mouth.

Another solid food I'd like to honourably mention is the quintessentially Australian vegemite sandwich. Matilda loves them

because of that beautiful salty, yeast like flavour. Daddy loves them because he can hand it to her and sing the Men at Work lyric "I just smile and give you a vegemite sandwich".

According to my wife, Michelle, that joke is old.

So to wrap it up, the solid food thing seems to be working out nicely in our home. Matilda’s loving all the new flavours and textures she gets to explore. I’m loving that we now have little packets of Tiny Teddies in the pantry. Now those you never get too old to eat!

Bon appetite.