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ISSUE NO. 58 SEP 2015 TOWNSVILLE

Maddi, Lloyd & r e t r a C y b a B School HOLIDAYs

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CONTENTS ISSUE NO. 58 SEPT 2015

06 Check This Out 08 Parenting: Switching Off

Hello and welcome to our September school holiday and Father’s Day edition.

11 Cover Story: Meet Maddi, Lloyd and Baby Carter

This month we celebrate dads and their important role in our communities. I have so many amazing dads in my life, and as a mother of two boys I am so blessed to have such great role models for them.

13 Education: Ready, Set, Read

This month we also cover the September school holidays (yes, they are back!), give you some great ideas for Father’s Day, and meet new parents, Maddi & Lloyd.

19 Health

A big happy Father’s Day to all the dads out there and a special mention to my husband Trent - you are an amazing dad and we love you!

17 How To Support Your Child

21 When Baby Won't Sleep 23 Whats On 25 Mini Mag

Until next month, have a great month and don’t forget to tell everyone, you read it in PakMag.

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T U O S I H T K C E H C Meet Lee Kernaghan You know his voice. You know his songs. But did you know that Australian of the Year, ARIA Award winner and Order of Australia medallist, Lee Kernaghan is also a doting dad to two boys? Here’s a few other things you may not know about one of our favourite Aussie country stars. Who are you Dad to? Two boys, Jet, 14 and Rock, 12. Where do you guys call home? We live just south of Brisbane but most of my year is spent on the road, touring around Australia and seeing the country. What’s your best memory of fatherhood so far? Holding my newborn baby son in my arms for the first time. It's extraordinary, it's life-changing and it's the greatest thing that has ever happened to me. What’s the hardest thing about parenthood so far? The hardest thing is when you see your kids going through some kind of difficulty, whether it is problems at school. It’s so hard to see them struggle. And I know I have a lot more ahead of me as they get a bit older and girls start coming into the picture. What is your favourite thing to do with the family on your time off? The boys are right into music so there’s lots of guitar and piano. They love ACDC and Tenacious D. They are passionate about motorbike riding, trail bike riding and in summer they love a bit of wakeboarding. And, finally, describe life as a dad in three words: Fulfilling, challenging and awesome

Fundraising Event Perfect for the Entire Family WHEN: Friday, 11 September, 4.00pm. WHERE: Strand Park MORE INFO: www.walkwithme.org.au, 4759 2032, sharon.smith@cootharinga.org.au Walk With Me is an important community fundraising walk which occurs nationally in 20 regions across Australia, including Townsville. People with disabilities and able bodied people walk alongside each other to promote inclusion, break down barriers, raise funds and celebrate the achievements of people with disabilities in our community.

Lee Kernaghan The Songs & The Stories In Concert WHERE: Townsville Entertainment Centre WHEN: 8.00pm, Thursday 3rd September 2015 MORE INFO: www.leekernaghan.com/tour or (07) 4961 9777 Iconic Australian artist Lee Kernaghan has announced a run of national tour dates kicking off on September 3 in Townsville. For the first time ever Lee’s concert will be performed in two parts including a section where his hits will be performed semi-acoustically with his band. Featuring special guests, The Wolfe Brothers & Christie Lamb, the audience will be treated to an intimate insight into the background and inspiration behind a selection of the most important songs of his career. In Part Two, Lee will perform for the first time ever the songs from his ChartTopping album Spirit Of The Anzacs which is the highest selling Australian album of the year so far. Don’t miss your chance to experience this very special musical event.

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Love2Swim School Open Day and Activities WHEN: 20, September 2015, 9am WHERE: Love2Swim School, Allambie Lane, Rasmussen MORE INFO: 4723 3447 Enjoy a day of fun in the pool and check out the new facilities at the Rasmussen centre.

Five-Night Father-Son Experience WHEN: 26 September to 1 October WHERE: Beginning in Townsville MORE INFO: info@fatheringadventures.com.au or http://www.fatheringadventures.com.au/ Give Dad the gift of time spent with his kids with this incredible adventure through The Fathering Experience. Perfect for fathers and mothers with children aged 13 or older, the six-day trek takes a small group from Townsville to Mission Beach, from the ocean to the mountains and beyond. Enjoy kayaking, white water rafting, snorkelling the reef, hiking and a memorable experience for the special men in your life.

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Riverway Movie Night WHEN: 18 September, 2015, 6.30pm WHERE: Riverway Oval MORE INFO: www.townsville.qld.gov.au Enjoy a free fun night out with the family with a screening of the adorable movie, Big Hero 6. LIKE US ON FACEBOOK! / PH 1300 LAUNCH (528624) WWW. LAUNCHZONE.COM.AU / 125 DALRYMPLE RD GARBUTT www.pakmag.com.au SEPTEMBER 2015

Switching OFF EXPERTS AGREE THAT THE MORE YOU CONNECT ONLINE, THE LESS YOU CONNECT WITH YOUR FAMILY. BUT JUST HOW OUT-OF -CONTROL IS OUR ONLINE ADDICTION? The average Australian child is spending 11.5 hours online each week, according to the latest Neilson survey. This amount has increased three-fold since 2007 and there are no signs of it slowing down. Teens aged 13 to 15 spend an average of 18.7 hours online each week, which is equivalent to more than three days at school.

connect to their screens rather than each other.

Whilst some of this time may be spent researching for school papers, there is no doubt that online gaming and social media come into play as well.

“Personal screens and shared screens, such as televisions, are completely different. There is no social interaction with personal screens, and this is the concern.”

ARE OUR CHILDREN TOO CONNECTED? A study conducted by the Australian Bureau of Statistics found that 69 per cent of children went online to play games while 48 per cent of children aged 12 to 14 spend time each week on social media sites. Mobile internet growth among young mobile users has grown by 600 per cent since 2007. And 81 per cent of kids and teens are hopping online after school before 6pm. FAMILY TIME VS. FACEBOOK TIME What this means is that more families around Australia are choosing to

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“As screens become more and more universal we are starting to reflect on how technology is influencing relationships with our children and partners,” Ms Laura Demasi, Research Director at Ipsos Australia says.

With the rise in fear of Internet Addiction Disorder (IAD) a term being used to explain the impact technology is having on children's development and temperament, it is clear that cutting back on our online addiction is something all families need to consider. However, DeMasi adds, “Despite these concerns about technology, Australians are still hugely enthusiastic about electronic devices and are definitely not about to give up their screens.” Personal electronic devices, such as smart phones and tablets continue to

be among our most used appliances (75 per cent) across all age demographics. But, unsurprisingly, it’s not just our kids who are addicted to the internet. ANTI-SOCIAL MEDIA AMONG ADULTS Parents are just as bad, claims Pew Research Center, as more and more parents are turning to social media for parenting-related information and social support. The most common form of social media for parents is Facebook, with 75 per cent of parents actively participating in liking, sharing and commenting. 28 per cent of parents use Pinterest; 25 per cent use Instagram and 27 per cent use LinkedIn. Twitter ranks as the fifth most popular form of social media with 23 per cent of online parents using it. Of course, many parents, myself included, are guilty of using all five (and often all in the same day). THE COMMUNICATION GAP Despite the fact that social media brings people from around the world together, it also has the opposite

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effect for those living in the same household. The Pew Research Center discovered that 25 per cent of married adults have texted their partner when they were both home together, rather than simply walking ten metres to speak to them. And 9 per cent of adults in a committed relationship even admit that they have resolved an argument with their partner online or via text message rather than speaking face to face about their concerns. CUTTING BACK ON YOUR CONNECTION Origin's Energy Expert, Anne Armansin, says while technology will forever play a role in Australians’ lives, everyone could make some simple changes to the way they use it to ensure quality family time doesn’t suffer as a result of being too plugged in. “Parents should try to set some house rules for the amount of time their children spend using a device, and help them understand why this is important.” “There are also several apps out there that can help people realise how much time they’re spending on specific devices, and allow them to unplug from your device for a nominated period of time.” PLUGGED IN BUT NO LONGER PRESENT Social media networks and online interactions are host to a wide range of human experiences; they help connect people with one another in both good times and bad. But there is no denying that they can be addictive.

The bottom line, DeMasi says, is “the more time we spend on our screens, the less time we interact with each other.” There have been several times when I have looked up from my phone and caught my husband on his phone, and my children on their iPads. Sure, we are all in the same room. Sure, we are enjoying one another’s company. But, the scary reality, is that while we are together, we are spending this time alone.

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WHERE TO LEARN MORE • Pew Research Center www.pewinternet.org • Neilson www.nielsen.com • Australian Bureau of Statistics www.abs.gov.au

What is Internet Addiction Disorder (IAD)? HOW CAN WE CONTROL IT? Internet Addiction Disorder (IAD), also known as Problematic Internet Use (PIU) or Compulsive Internet Use (CIU), is a term originally coined by Ivan Goldberg, M.D and refers to an addiction to online activities, including shopping, gaming, gambling and social networking. There are six criteria of internet addiction which include salience, conflict, mood modification, tolerance, withdrawal symptoms, and relapse.

and the PRIUSS, the Problematic And Risky Internet Use Screening Scale. GAINING CONTROL OF YOUR FACEBOOK Facebook isn’t just a form of social media – it is the gateway to happenings near and far. It can connect you to friends hundreds of kilometres way, it can keep you updated on news and stories of interest and it can inform you on events coming up in your area. But, when not monitored properly, it can also be a portal to privacy problems and safety concerns.

Check out next months story on "Gaining Control of Your Facebook" where our resident social media expert shares her tips on using Facebook to your advantage and ensuring your security settings are watertight.

In recent years there have been tests designed to monitor PUI including the Internet Addiction Test (IAT), the Chen Internet Addiction Scale (CIAS), the Compulsive Internet Use Scale (CIUS)

The Technology Trap... by Numbers According to recent surveys: • More than 50 per cent of Australians are trying to decrease their usage of personal electronic devices to spend more time with family. • On average, children are now introduced to electronic devices at the age of two. • Among parents, the average number of Facebook friends is 150. However, only one third are ‘actual’ friends. • 75 per cent of Australians would prefer to go without their personal grooming appliances for a week, than without personal technology.

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From watching Maddi, 28 and Lloyd, 29 with their new baby boy, Carter Wright, it is clear that there is a new passion in the young couple’s lives. And he is as sweet as can be. Born at Cairns Private Hospital, 15 July 2015 after a relatively quick (but intense) three hour labour, Carter, which is Maddi’s maiden name, was immediately at ease with his mum and dad. “He was put on my chest and calmly looked up at us,” Maddi recalls with a loving smile. The natural parents are enjoying every moment with their new little man, even the unexpected ones. And, as PakMag discovered, there have been plenty of unpredictable moments so far. As we prepared for our photo shoot, for example, Maddi calls out from the other room, “I think we have a problem,” only to reveal a large wet patch all over her beautiful dress. “You never know what to expect,”

Maddi laughs as she cuddles her cheeky little man, who is a spitting image of his dad, and ignores the wee.

“Lloyd grew up in Cairns so we moved here to be closer to family,” explains Maddi. “Cairns provides a perfectly balanced lifestyle that really does make you realise what is important in life – family and fun.”

At six weeks’ old, the parents have certainly found their footing and Carter is racing through the milestones. “He just started to smile,” Lloyd tells us. “And he’s putting weight on like crazy!” Maddi adds. “He’s a hungry little human, feeding every 1.5 hours.” While he’s a great feeder, he’s not the best at sleeping and Maddi admits that the lack of sleep hasn’t been easy to adjust to. “It’s definitely challenging having to work day and night shift [as a firefighter] and then not being able to sleep because Carter doesn’t want to sleep,” Lloyd adds. “But when you look at little Carter it makes it all worth while.” Aside from growing a teeny human, what have the couple been up to since leaving House Rules? A wedding (in Port Douglas), a new business, a new dream home and a move from Townsville to Cairns to start!

The active lifestyle offered in Cairns certainly agrees with the couple, who are passionate about health and fitness and enjoy spending their down time strolling along the beach, shopping for local produce at Rusty’s Markets, training at their family’s gym, Crossfit Dungeon and running Maddi’s recently-opened business, Hypoxi Studio Cairns. Balancing a new baby and a new business can be tricky but, after seeing the couple on House Rules last year and watching Maddi and Lloyd with Carter last month, we have no doubt that these two will pull it off flawlessly.

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Read Story Jenna Gallina

LEARNING TO READ DOESN’T HAPPEN OVERNIGHT. IT TAKES PLENTY OF TIME, PATIENCE AND PRACTICE. As a mum with a five year old who is currently learning his sight words, I know all too well the struggles and the concerns that come with reading. There have been days where I want to throw his sight words in the bin and keep my non-reading little baby for just a little while longer, and other days when I tear up with pride when he recognises a word in a book or on a menu. Reading is a lifelong journey with an ever-lasting reward but children who are struggling to read, whether they are five or fifteen, have a hard time seeing this end result. It is up to us to encourage them, to support them and to help them improve their reading each and every day. So, how do we do it? Here are 21 tips to try:

1. READ ALOUD New readers need to read aloud. They need to hear themselves say the word to process this new skill. They need to be comfortable sounding each letter out and eventually blending each sound into a full word. So encourage this skill by reading aloud often and showing them how to do it. 2. READ WITH EXPRESSION Read with lots of expression to help your child see the different facial movements and understand the sounds. 3. CHECK FOR UNDERSTANDING Beginner and early reader books typically don’t have a complicated

storyline to follow, but you still want to encourage your child to think about the story they have read. After a few pages of reading, ask “What has happened in the story so far,” or “what has been your favourite part so far?” 4. BE AWARE OF THE READING REQUIREMENTS It’s good to know what is expected at each grade level, as a general guideline. 5. FOCUS ON YOUR CHILD’S JOURNEY With that being said, try not to get caught up with where other kids are in relation to your children (easier said than done, I know!). Track your own child’s progress with the general

curriculum in the background. 6. MAKE READING AN INTEGRAL PART OF YOUR CHILD'S LIFE Reading is all around us. Have your child read menus, roadside signs, game directions, movie time listings and anything else. For children who are not yet that advanced, ask them to identify words or just letters that they are familiar with. 7. BRING A BOOK Always carry a book in your bag. When your child is waiting at the doctor’s office, rather than reaching for the iPhone, give him a book to look through.

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8. RE-READ YOUR CHILD’S FAVOURITES Even if this means you’re re-reading them so often that you can easily recite the stories word for word in your sleep. 9. CHOOSE NURSERY RHYME BOOKS Your child already knows the songs and can follow the words with his fingers when reading. This is great for early word recognition. 10. GET IN THE RIGHT FRAME OF MIND You need to be calm and patient when helping little ones read. Try to choose a time when you are not stressed or rushed so you can focus your attention entirely on your child and the reading journey. The dirty dishes can wait.

13. WRITE, WRITE, WRITE! Reading and writing go hand in hand. Encourage writing every day, whether it is asking your child to add a few items to the shopping list or to write his name on a birthday card. 14. FIND BOOKS THAT WILL INTEREST THEM Does your child love superheroes? Look for books that feature superheroes. Perhaps Elmo is your child’s favourite character. Look for books with Elmo. 15. TRY ‘ECHO READING'

11. READ TO ME, READ TO YOU

Depending on the text, read a sentence, paragraph or page aloud first, and then get your child to re-read it back to you.

Take turns reading at bedtime – you read one and then they read one.

16. DO WORD SEARCHES

12. ENCOURAGE THEM TO READ THE ‘NEXT ONE’ Find ways to encourage your children to pick up another book. Introduce

SIGHT WORD SUCESS Sight words, or “tricky words” are normally the first introduction into word recognition for your child. They are introduced in prep and are words that are commonly seen but not always easy to spell. Teaching your children these words can be difficult, especially if you have a child like mine who would rather eat dirt than recite his tricky words. Vary it with these ideas: • Make a word puzzle and ask your child to circle the sight words she recognises in the puzzle. • Play Sight Word BINGO. • Choose two sight words and use them as passwords before your child goes to bed/brushes her teeth, etc. • Circle sight words in books. Give your child a special pen that she only uses for this task. • Look through magazines and cut out the letters to make a sight word collage. • Use magnetic letters, foam letters, stickers and play dough to write each word.

them to a series like The Boxcar Children or Harry Potter or to check out a second book by a favourite author.

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You don’t have to limit reading to basic books. Word searches and other word games can help your child identify letters and words.

17. SET UP A FAMILY READING TIME We used to call it USSR- You Sit Down, Shut Up and Read. But DEAR is probably a better acronym to use – Drop Everything And Read. 18. MIX IT UP Don’t just focus on books (readers or textbooks). Kids’ magazines, comic books, graphic novels, apps and even YouTube channels are great reading helpers. 19. CONSIDER “SHARED READING" Take turns reading sentences or paragraphs. You read the first sentence and your child reads the next. 20. PLAY BOARD GAMES Three good ones are Scattergories, Scrabble and Pictionary. 21. MAKE A READING CORNER Complete your reading corner with cute bookshelves, a cosy mat, plenty of comfy pillows and blankets and possibly even a Teepee.

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Chemical-free Awareness: Air fresheners Story Jade Vogler, Health Coach, HEALthee Living www.jadevoglerhealtheeliving.com For parents who like to burn pretty scented candles, oils, or plug-in air fresheners in order to ‘freshen’ up the air, eliminate odours or provide a warm ambience, you might want to read this important information so that you can still do what you like to do but with safer alternatives. Made up of synthetic ingredients, which are known toxic chemicals (some even carcinogenic) such as formaldehyde, petroleum-derived substances and artificial fragrances, air fresheners simply mask odours. They have been linked to many health issues such as headaches, asthma attacks, allergic & skin reactions, respiratory problems, hormone disruption, cancer and can also affect learning and behaviour. Enclosed rooms also increase the exposure of these harmful chemicals to our children as they are ingested via their skin, upper airways, brain and lungs and are of most concern as their brains and neurological systems are still developing and growing. What are some safer, toxic-free alternatives? Some free ways to freshen up your home without the chemical concerns include placing a bowl of baking soda on the table to help neutralise odours or opening all the doors and windows in your home. Add a bowl of fresh herbs, such as mint or thyme, to the kitchen table or invest in fresh flowers once a month. Some great products to consider include 100 per cent beeswax or soy candles which contain 100 per cent essential oils and electric diffusers that use only water and essential oils.

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Story Julie Sexton, Speech Pathologist, TalkNQ Speech Pathology An Australian study shows that 25 per cent of parents of kindergarten-aged children are concerned about their own child’s speech development. Despite this, 60 per cent of these parents report that they would “wait and see” rather than seek professional advice. Speech Pathology Australia shows that one in five Australian four yearolds have difficulty communicating. Here are a few little known facts about speech difficulty: • Communication difficulties occur more frequently in boys than girls. • In some cases, there is a definite genetic cause at play, resulting in sometimes more than one child in the family needing speech pathology intervention. • Other risk factors for speech difficulties include repeated ear infections, prematurity, and prolonged dummy and bottle use. If you are concerned about your child’s speech and decide to take the next step and consult a speech pathologist (GP referral is not required) assessment will typically involve them asking your child to name different pictures from a book. This information is then analysed to determine if there are patterns of errors and if these are typical or atypical speech errors. Please contact TalkNQ Speech Pathology on 0467 239 554.

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An overtired baby is harder to settle, harder to feed and harder to handle. While it may seem simple to us - “You are tired, baby. So GO TO SLEEP” – it’s not so simple for newborns. Most babies need to be trained to sleep properly and the best way to do this is to establish a good sleep routine as soon as you can.

WATCH FOR TIRED SIGNS Wide eyes? Jerky hand movements? The desire to suck? These are tired signs. Some more tired signs to watch for include rubbing of the eyes, turning the head to one side and the inability to focus for a long time.

So don’t beat yourself up if your self-settling attempts are not going quite as planned. You’ll get there… eventually. And once you do, I can guarantee that you will miss those late-night car rides, those two-hour shushing sessions and those midnight rocking chair marathons.

As soon as you see a tired sign, it’s time to send bub back to bed. TEACH BABY HOW TO SELF-SETTLE Self-settling is a term that new parents will be very familiar with. Teaching baby to self-settle can take days, weeks, months, even years. While some babies will catch on right away, others will not. There are several techniques to self-settle you can try including the No-Cry-Sleep Solution, the Ferber Method and the Gentle Sleep Approach. LEARN THE SLEEP CYCLE Everyone will go through light and heavy sleep cycles. For newborns, one sleep cycle is 40 minutes long. What this means is that bub may only sleep one cycle, then wake up and be unable to go back to sleep without assistance, even though baby is still tired. Around the 30 minute marker, watch baby for stirring and movement. Gently shush or pat your little one to ease baby into the next sleep cycle. CONSIDER FALL BACK METHODS Sometimes babies just won’t sleep. And resorting to putting bub in the car, to taking baby on a bumpy ride in the pram or to circling around the kitchen table 235 times lightly bouncing your little one in your arms, happens. A lot.

Baby Sleep Basics One of the hardest things about being a new mum is getting used to a completely new sleep routine. With a tummy the size of a small nut, you can expect bub to be waking frequently for top ups which means very erratic sleep for the first little while. Here is a basic guideline of what you can expect for the first year: 1 MONTH

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Mockaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Wooden Play Sets are bright and fun toy sets that your child will adore. The classic wooden sets are durable enough to withstand countless hours of play. The fun and durable carry case provides your child with a classic backdrop that sets the scene for imaginative play with the fun wooden figurines and props. It also makes it easy for your child to transport to play dates. With four different themes to choose from your child will love playing with their Mocka Wooden Play Sets. Available in Fairies and Toadstools, Farm Yard, Hospital or Pirate Ship.

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WHAT'S ON SEP TUESDAY 1

FRIDAY 4

THE CATHEDRAL SCHOOL'S TOUR ON TUESDAY The Cathedral School, 154 Ross River Rd, Mundingburra All interested parents and their children are welcome to take a guided tour of the school on the first Tuesday of every month. www.cathedral.qld.edu.au 10.00am / Free /Family

WETLANDS AND WILDLIFE EXHIBITION Thuringowa Library 4773 4567 Free / Family

AFTER SCHOOL ART TILED SKY Perc Tucker Regional Gallery Bookings Essential / 5 - 11 Years 4727 9011 3.30pm / Cost / Kids

BRING YOUR BABY SESSION MAN FROM UNCLE Event Cinemas & BCC Cinemas www.eventcinemas.com.au 10.30am / Cost / Family

MARY POPPINS Townsville Civic Theatre Ends 2/9/15 4727 9797 Various Times / Cost / Family

SATURDAY 5

WEDSDAY 2 AFTER SCHOOL ART TILED SKY Perc Tucker Regional Gallery Bookings Essential / 5 - 11 Years 4727 9011 3.30pm / Cost / Kids

THURSDAY 3 LEE KERNAGHAN - THE SONGS AND THE STORIES Townsville Entertainment & Convention Centre 4771 4000 8.00pm / Cost / Adult

HEAD FULL OF LOVE Riverway Arts Centre Ends 5/9/15 4727 9797 8.00pm / Cost / Family

PUBLIC OPEN DAY Lavarack Barracks Registrations Required www.geckostsv.net 12.30pm / Free / Family CARLYLE GARDENS ARTS & CRAFT MARKETS 60 Beck Drive, Condon 9.00am / Free / Family SAUSAGE SIZZLE Choi Kwang Do Martial Art Centre 741 Riverway Drive, Thuringowa www.choikwang-do.com.au 8:30am / Free / Family OPEN HOUSE - FREE CLASSES AND TOURS Choi Kwang Do Martial Art Centre 741 Riverway Drive, Thuringowa www.choikwang-do.com.au 9:30am / Free / Family

"Minty picks Walk With Me on Friday 11th" CAR BOOT SALE Choi Kwang Do Martial Art Centre 741 Riverway Drive, Thuringowa www.choikwang-do.com.au 8:30am / Free / Family CAR WASH Choi Kwang Do Martial Art Centre 741 Riverway Drive, Thuringowa www.choikwang-do.com.au 8.30am / Cost / Family WORLD MUSIC CONCERT Townsville Civic Theatre 4727 9797 8.00pm / Cost / Family

SUNDAY 6 VOICES OF PIMLICO Townsville Civic Theatre 4727 9797 2.00pm / Cost / Family FATHERS DAY CINEBUZZ SCREENING OF PIXELS Event Cinemas & BCC Cinemas www.eventcinemas.com.au 11.00am / Cost / Family

MONDAY 7 BRING YOUR BABY SESSION MAN FROM UNCLE Event Cinemas & BCC Cinemas www.eventcinemas.com.au 10.30am / Cost / Family

TUESDAY 8 AFTER SCHOOL ART TILED SKY Perc Tucker Regional Gallery Bookings Essential / 5 - 11 Years 4727 9011 3.30pm / Cost / Kids

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WEDNESDAY 9 AFTER SCHOOL ART TILED SKY Perc Tucker Regional Gallery Bookings Essential / 5 - 11 Years 4727 9011 3.30pm / Cost / Kids HAMLET Riverway Arts Centre 4727 9797 7.30pm / Cost / Family BRING YOUR BABY SESSION MAN FROM UNCLE Event Cinemas & BCC Cinemas www.eventcinemas.com.au 12.30pm / Cost / Family

FRIDAY 11 WALK WITH ME Strand Park www.walkwithme.org.au 4.00pm / Free / Family BRING YOUR BABY SESSION - VACATION Event Cinemas & BCC Cinemas www.eventcinemas.com.au 10.30am / Cost / Family

SATURDAY 12 SOUNDSVILLE - CREATIVE GUITARLESS FEST Perfume Gardens www.facebook.com/soundsville 11.00am / Cost / Family RELAY FOR LIFE Tony Ireland Stadium Ends 13/9/15 www.relayforlife.org.au 3.00pm / Cost / Family

WHAT'S ON SEP SUNDAY 13 CINEBUZZ SCREENING OF ODDBALL Event Cinemas & BCC Cinemas www.eventcinemas.com.au 10.30am / Cost / Family

MONDAY 14 BRING YOUR BABY SESSION - VACATION Event Cinemas & BCC Cinemas www.eventcinemas.com.au 10.30am / Cost / Family

TUESDAY 15 AFTER SCHOOL ART Perc Tucker Regional Gallery 4727 9011 3.30pm / Cost / Kids

WEDNESDAY 16 AFTER SCHOOL ART Perc Tucker Regional Gallery 4727 9011 3.30pm / Cost / Kids BRING YOUR BABY SESSION - VACATION Event Cinemas & BCC Cinemas www.eventcinemas.com.au 12.30pm / Cost / Family

FRIDAY 18 RIVERWAY MOVIE NIGHT BIG HERO 6 Riverway Oval www.townsville.qld.gov.au 6.30pm / Free / Family

THE BLACK SORROWS ENDLESS SLEEP TOUR The Venue Townsville www.thevenuetownsville.com.au 7.00pm / Cost / Adult

SATURDAY 19 DINO WORLD HOLIDAY PROGRAM Museum of Tropical Queensland www.mtq.qm.qld.gov.au Free with admission / Family

"Chooky picks Riverway Movie Night on Friday 18th" SHOP 'N' PLAY Willows Shopping Centre 4773 8871 1.00pm / Free / Family MARSUPIAL MADNESS SHOW Target Forecourt, Castletown Ends 27/9/15 www.castletown.com.au 11.00am & 1.00pm / Free / Family

THURSDAY 24 ART ESCAPE SCHOOL HOLIDAY PROGRAM Perc Tucker Regional Gallery 4727 9011 10.30am / Cost / Kids INTRODUCTION TO HORSES COURSE Ranchlands Bookings required 4774 0124 8.30am / Cost / Family

INDIA FEST Riverway townsvillemalayalee@gmail.com 8.00am / Free / Family

SCHOOL HOLIDAY PROGRAM MELVILLE'S ENTERTAINMENT & EVENTS 45 Alligator Creek Rd Ends 2/10/15 www.facebook.com/ MelvillesEntertainmentAndEvents 10.00am / Cost / Family

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TUESDAY 22

FRIDAY 25

LOVE2SWIM SCHOOL OPEN DAY Love2Swim School Allambie Ln, Rasmussen 4723 3447 9.00am / Free / Family

ART ESCAPE SCHOOL HOLIDAY PROGRAM Perc Tucker Regional Gallery 4727 9011 10.30am / Cost / Kids

SHOP 'N' PLAY Willows Shopping Centre 4773 8871 1.00pm / Free / Family

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SATURDAY 26

ART ESCAPE SCHOOL HOLIDAY PROGRAM Perc Tucker Regional Gallery 4727 9011 10.30am / Cost / Kids

5 NIGHT FATHER-SON ADVENTURE Echo Creek Adventure Centre Fathers and their Teenage Sons www.fatheringadventures.com.au 12.50pm / Cost / Family

CINEBUZZ SCREENING OF PAN Event Cinemas & BCC Cinemas www.eventcinemas.com.au 10.30am / Cost / Family

MONDAY 21 ART ESCAPE SCHOOL HOLIDAY PROGRAM Perc Tucker Regional Gallery 4727 9011 10.30am / Cost / Kids TACKERS SAILING PROGRAM Townsville Sailing Club www.tsc.yachting.org.au 8.00am / Cost / Kids

SHOP 'N' PLAY Willows Shopping Centre 4773 8871 1.00pm / Free / Family

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WHAT'S ON SEP WEAVE THE REEF, LOVE THE REEF Museum of Tropical Queensland 4727 9011 10.00am / Free / Family YOUNG ARTIST AWARDS Perc Tucker Regional Gallery 4727 9011 11.00am / Free / Family MARK ISAACS TRIO WITH BRIANA COLISHAW Riverway Arts Centre 4727 9797 8.00pm / Cost / Adult

sunDAY 27

TOWNSVILLE CONCERT BAND Townsville Civic Theatre 4727 9797 2.00pm / Cost / Family

monDAY 28 ART ESCAPE SCHOOL HOLIDAY PROGRAM Pinnacles Gallery 4773 8871 10.30am / Cost / Kids CRAZY KITE MAKING Target Forecourt, Castletown Ends 4/10/15 www.castletown.com.au 11.00am & 2.00pm / Free / Family

tuesDAY 29 ART ESCAPE SCHOOL HOLIDAY PROGRAM Pinnacles Gallery 4773 8871 10.30am / Cost / Kids

wednesDAY 30 ART ESCAPE SCHOOL HOLIDAY PROGRAM Pinnacles Gallery 4773 8871 10.30am / Cost / Kids

SWAN LAKE RUSSIAN BALLET Townsville Civic Theatre 4727 9797 8.00pm / Cost / Family THE SET LIST FEATURING "I KNOW LEOPARD" Riverway Arts Centre 4727 9797 7.00pm / Cost / Adult CHICKS AT THE FLICKS THE INTERN Event Cinemas & BCC Cinemas www.eventcinemas.com.au Cost / Family

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REGULAR MARKETS BALGAL BEACH MARKETS

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: Horseshow Bay Foreshore

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

RENEGADE HANDMADE INDOOR MARKET EXTRAVAGANZA

Location: Bluewater Community Assoc Date: Every Second Saturday

Time: 8am-1pm Date: Every Second Sat Location: Aitkenvale School

BUSHLAND BEACH MARKETS

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

MOUNTAINVIEW PLAZA MARKET

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

BLUEWATER COMMUNITY CENTRE TWILIGHT MARKETS

CASTLE HILL PCYC MARKETS

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

NQ FARMERS MARKET

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

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

MAGNETIC ISLAND RSL MARKET

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: Next to McDonalds at Rasmussen

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 Membership Draw Time/Day: 7.00pm, Monday Location: Brothers Townsville Phone: 4773 8000 Membership Draw Time/Day: 6.30pm, Wednesday Location: Brothers Townsville Phone: 4773 8000

BARRA FUN PARK

MUSEUM OF TROPICAL QLD 2ND TUESDAY OF EACH MONTH

SATURDAY AND SUNDAY

Free Day for Townsville Locals at the Museum of Tropical QLD (Excl School Holidays) Time: 9.30am to 5.00pm

Barramundi Fishing, Cable Ski & Inflatable Water Park Web: www.barrafunpark.com TIme: 10.00am - 4.00pm Cost: $23 (3-13), $29 (14+), $89 (Family 4)

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BELGIAN GARDENS STATE SCHOOL PLAYGROUP MONDAYS Location: Belgian Gardens SS Hall Cost/Phone: $2 per person, 4771 3655

EARLY YEARS INFORMATION SERVICE VARIOUS DAYS Parent Information Sessions (Bookings Required) Time/Day: 9.30am, First Tuesday Location: CityLibraries Aitkenvale Web: www.townsville.qld.gov.au Cost: Free (Except School Holidays) Newborn and Family Drop-In Service Time/Day: Tuesday (9am to 2pm), Time/Day: Saturdays (9am to 12pm) Location: CityLibraries Aitkenvale Web: www.townsville.qld.gov.au Cost: Free Messy Play (Bookings Required) Days: Wednesdays Time: 9am & 10.30am Location: CityLibraries Aitkenvale

Membership Draw Time/Day: 1.00pm, Sunday Location: Brothers Townsville Phone: 4773 8000

THURSDAYS AND SATURDAYS

KINGPIN BOWLING VARIOUS DAYS Nighttime Unlimited Bowling and Laser Squirmish Days: Sundays to Wednesdays Time: 7.00pm to Close Location: Kingpin Bowling, 132 695 Cost: $30 per person After School Unlimited Bowling and Laser Squirmish Days: Monday to Friday (During School Term) Time: 3.30pm to 6.30pm Location: Kingpin Bowling, 132 695 Cost: $15 per person

LAUNCH ZONE MONDAY / THURSDAY NIGHTS DodgeBall & VolleyBall Tournament Time: 6.00pm to 8.00pm Location: Launch Zone, 1300 528 624 Cost: $90 per team (Weekly - $15pp) Jump FITT Time/Days: Monday (6pm), Wednesday (5.30pm), Saturday (8am) Location: Launch Zone, 1300 528 624 Cost: $15 per person

MOUNT LOUISA SCOUT GROUP VARIOUS DAYS

Kids Club (Supervised) Time/Day: 6pm-9.30pm Every Night Location: Brothers Townsville Phone: 4773 8000

KIDZ MOVES

Brothers Kids Night Time/Day: 6pm-9pm Friday Location: Brothers Townsville Phone: 4773 8000 (Free)

Dance Classes: Children aged 5 to 9 Location: Dancenorth, Stanley Street Time: 4pm - 5pm

Joeys and Cubs (6-10) Time/Day: Tuesdays, 6:30pm-8:00pm

TUESDAYS

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

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Facepainting Location: Kirwan Tavern Time: 6.00pm to 8.00pm Phone/Cost: 4724 4790 (Free)

TOWNSVILLE TOY LIBRARY Days/Times: Every Tuesday and the 1 & 3 Saturday AND Thursday of the month from 9.30 until 11.00am. Location: Toy Library is at the Railway Estate Community Centre, 23 First St

TOWNSVILLE PLAYGROUP TOY LIBRARY Days/Times: Last saturday of the month from 8:30am - 10.00am Location: The Toy Shed, Fitzroy St, Heatley

LEARN JAPANESE PLAYGROUP MONDAYS DURING SCHOOL TERMS Location Annandale Community Centre Time 9:30am to 10:30am Email oyakodejapanese@hotmail.com Cost Gold coin donation per family

Craft Corner

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YOU NEED • Wooden clothes pegs • Craft paint and paint brushes • Hot glue and glue gun • Felt • Google eyes • Magnetic tape strips HOW TO MAKE 1. Cut your animal heads out of the felt. You can find animal head templates online. 2. Using your glue gun, glue the animal heads to the clothes pegs. 3. Glue the googly eyes onto your felt heads. 4. Paint your clothes pegs to match the colour of the animal you are making. 5. Secure a magnet on the back of the clothes peg with glue. Thanks to Repeat Crafter Me www.repeatcrafterme.com

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CRAFT CORNER

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ANIMAL ATTRACTION Let their imaginations run wild with these extra adorable animal-themed craft ideas. If you have empty toilet paper rolls in your bathroom, an assortment of plastic eggs left over from Easter or a pile of clothes pegs in your laundry, then you have the makings for these clever and creative creatures.

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YOU NEED • An assortment of toilet rolls

• An assortment of plastic Easter eggs

• Coloured card

• Pipe cleaners

• Fine tipped black pen

• Mini pom poms

• Stickers, feathers, glitter and other embellishments

• Felt or colourful card

• Coloured felt

• Fine tipped pen

• Googly eyes

• Craft glue

• Scissors HOW TO MAKE

HOW TO MAKE 1. Cover the toilet paper roll with coloured craft (based on the animal that you want to make). 2. Add embellishment made out of felt, stickers, feathers, coloured card, etc. Secure with craft glue. 3. Glue googly eyes to your critter. 4. Finish your critter off by adding a nose, mouth or other features with the fine tipped pen. Thanks to Art Craft Gift Ideas artcraftgiftideas.blogspot.com.au

1. Cut out the tails, ears and other body parts you will need, either from the felt or coloured card, and glue to the egg 2. Glue pom poms to the bottom of the eggs as the animal feet. 3. Add a pipe cleaner to the back of the egg for a curly tail. 4. Using a fine tipped pen, draw the details of your critter such as the eyes, the whiskers and the mouth. Thanks to Flat Ideas www.flatideas.com

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Journey TO JAPAN STORY Bree James

Konnichiwa! Thinking about taking the family across the pond on a journey to Japan? If you are like us, Japan has been on your bucket list for some time. We recently ventured out of our comfort zone and took our two boys there for a family holiday. Japan is approximately an 8 hour nonstop flight from Cairns and flights are offered through Jetstar. We, as a family don’t speak any Japanese, had never been to Japan before, and we really didn’t know what to expect. The most experience we have had with Japan is Sushi Train for dinner. But I can honestly say we had the best time, felt very safe and loved every minute of our trip.

TOP TRAVEL TIPS Take your mobile, leave your SIM behind. There is free WiFi everywhere so you can use the internet wherever you are. Or, you can buy pocket WiFi for $3 per day. Get familiar with the train system. All trains run on time. If it is early, it is not your train 40 minutes of travel may seem like a lot but it’s really not. Stay in one hotel and travel for the day rather than move hotels every few days The transport system is amazing. Don’t be afraid to catch two or three trains to get to somewhere. If you miss a train or make a wrong move, in most cases it doesn’t take much to get back on the right track as trains come every few minutes When on trains, ensure you all hop on and off at the same time. Hold hands with the kids to make sure you stay together Communicating in Japan is difficult, but as they say, communication is only 7 per cent verbal, 55 per cent body language and 38 per cent tone of voice. Stick to a handshake or a

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slight bow upon meeting with little or no eye contact. Touching, standing too close to a Japanese person and prolonged eye contact are considered rude.

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WHAT TO TRY • Hot Sake & Sapporo Beer • Dango Japanese dumplings served on sticks of three or four • Taiyaki Fish-shaped pancake • Teppanyaki Style of Japanese cuisine that uses an iron plate to cook infront of guests

Tokyo Disneyland

• Nikuman Pork Buns • Gyoza Dumplings with mince, cabbage and other yummy ingredients) • Ramen Noodles • Sushi • Tempura Meat or vegetables that have been battered and deep fried • Yakitori Meat or vegetable skewer grilled over hot coals

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WHAT TO DO OSAKA CASTLE MUSEUM With beautiful gardens, eight stories to explore with a rich and vibrant history, there was plenty to see, do and learn. NARA PARK

A beautiful and idyllic park about 40 minutes outside of Osaka, here you will see gorgeous deer that are happy to feed from your palms. SHINKANSEN BULLET TRAIN

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Legoland on Odaib

Prepare for a heart-pounding journey with the “Shinkansen” or Bullet Train. The train is very luxurious and spacious and a great way to travel and still see the sights such as Mount Fuji. LEGOLAND ON ODAIBA ISLAND

With over 3 million Lego bricks inside, plus a Master Builders workshop area, indoor play centre, Mini Land where you can see a Lego version of the city of Japan (amazing!), there is plenty to explore at Legoland. SONY EXPLORA SCIENCE MUSEUM ON ODAIBA ISLAND

See how your voice works as a visual, try the motion-censored puppet where a character on screen will do the same moves and facial expressions as you, and even have a “smile fight” with Mum or Dad to see who has the best smile.

Bullet Train

TOKYO TOY MUSEUM

With three levels, each will encourage your children to play, create, and learn. UNIVERSAL STUDIOS OSAKA

The official Hollywood theme park in Japan, there are attractions a plenty with literally hundreds of things to do. Snoopy’s Great Race Rollercoaster was a firm favourite but our boys also loved the Spiderman and Jurassic Park boat ride and the Universal Wonderland, Hello Kitty and Sesame Street themed areas. TOKYO DISNEYLAND

Tokyo Disneyland is as magical as you expect. Our children had stars in their eyes for days after. DISNEYSEA AT DISNEYLAND RESORT

DisneySea is a part of Disneyland but you will certainly need an entire day to explore it! The rides were the highlight, especially the Volcano, and the Indiana Jones Raging Spirits but our kids also loved Mermaid Lagoon, the Arabian Coast and the American Waterfront areas.

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FAMILY KARAOKE SESSION IN TOKYO

You can’t go to Tokyo and not try out a Karaoke booth! Order food, and drinks, and sing your heart out in you private sound proofed room. Let It go!

WORDS TO KNOW • Yes - Hai

• Please - Douzo

• No - Lie

• Goodbye - Sayounara

• Thank you - Arigato

• I do not understand - Wakarimasen

Nara Park

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WEB www.bogout.com

BOG OUT is the latest 4WD recovery device to hit the tracks. It’s simple and effective. Essentially, it is a very strong harness designed to turn your wheels into winches. Just tie one end to a wheel that has lost traction, and secure the other end to an anchor point. Then slowly drive out of trouble! Developed and tested in the tough tropics of northern Australia, Bog Out has completed many recoveries where other devices have failed. It’s economical, can even double as a tow rope, and is compact enough to fit in your glove box. It’s a ‘must have’ for any off road enthusiast.

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Bog Out works equally well for forward or reverse as it can be tied to either the front or rear wheels. Mud, sand or snow makes no difference to Bog Out’s effectiveness either. Extremely durable, and 4 tonnes tough, Bog Out offers true self-recovery. It works by taking the rotational capability of any vehicle’s wheel and turns it into a strong winch. Vehicles already have massive winch capability by way of their driven wheels. Bog Out captures that force and simply turns it into movement, which is exactly what you want when you’re stuck. Bog Out fits all vehicles and comes in single or twin packs. One will get you out of a lot of trouble, twin packs are designed for the more serious adventurer. They come in a handy back sack, complete with connector ties and full user manual. ENTER www.pakmag.com.au

MAN LAW Digital BBQ Tongs RRP $29.95 WEB www.mrgift.com.au This handy set of Digital BBQ Tongs features an audible alarm, seven pre-set meat types (beef/veal/lamb/pork/poultry/turkey/burger), five seconds quick response time, temperature range: 0°C - 200°C (can interchange display from °F and °C), detachable LCD display for easy cleaning and a backlit LCD display that is perfect for night grilling. ENTER www.pakmag.com.au

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La Luna Youth Arts Lots happening with La Luna Youth Arts these School Holidays. MONDAY 21ST Rumble Tumble - Circus 3 - 6 years 9.00am - 10.30am Red D - Drama 3 -6 years 9.00am - 10.30am Funky T'shirts - Visual Arts 7 - 12 years 9.00am - 10.30am Cirque de Play - Circus 7 - 12 years 11.00am - 12.30pm Red D - Drama 7 - 12 years 11.00am - 12.30pm Chinese Rattle Drums - Visual Arts 3 - 6 years 11.00am - 12.30pm TUESDAY 22ND Shuffle & Shake - Dance 3 - 6 years 9.00am - 10.30am Mime - Drama 3 - 6 years 9.00am - 10.30am T shirt Tote Bag - Visual Art 7 - 12 years 9.00am - 10.30am Hop it Bop it - Dance 7 - 12 years 11.00am - 12.30pm Mime - Drama 7 - 12 years 11.00am - 12.30pm Ninja Toilet Rolls - Visual Art 3 - 6 years 11.00am - 12.30pm WEDNESDAY 23 Tumbling & Tramp 3 - 6 years 9.00am - 10.30am

Object Puppetry - Drama 3 - 6 years 9.00am - 10.30am Clay Creatures - Visual Arts 7 - 12 years 9.00am -10.30am Tumbling & Tramp 7 - 12 years 11.00am - 12.30pm Object Puppetry - Drama 7 - 12 years 11.00am - 12.30pm Clay Play - Visual Arts 3-6 years 11.00am - 12.30pm

11.00am - 12.30pm Masks - Drama 7 - 12 years 11.00am - 12.30pm Rainbow Crayon Art - Visual Art 3 - 6 years 11.00am - 12.30pm MORE INFO All Workshops are priced at $15 or 4 for $50 or 10 for $100 and are held at Riverway Arts Centre. For more information call 4773 6377 or visit www.lalunanq.com.

Perc Tucker Regional Gallery

THURSDAY 24TH Balance & Circus Toys 3 - 6 years 9.00am - 10.30am

Is offering Art Escape School Holiday Activities.

Dress me up - Drama 3 - 6 years 9.00am - 10.30am

MORE INFO / BOOKINGS (07) 4727 9011 or email ptrg@ townsville.qld.gov.au

Dioramas - Visual Arts 7 - 12 years 9.00am - 10.30am

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Slacklining - Circus 7 - 12 years 11.00am - 12.30pm Dress me up - Drama 7 - 12 years 11.00am - 12.30pm Leaf Printing - Visual Art 3 - 6 years 11.00am - 12.30pm FRIDAY 25TH Happy Feet - Dance 3 - 6 years 9.00am - 10.30am

Bookings are ESSENTIAL

INTRODUCTION TO HORSES COURSE Thursday 24th September from 8.30am to 12.30pm. This course is suitable for children (from 6yrs) and adults alike who have no or little experience with horses. The course will cover horse safety basics and catching, leading, grooming and saddling horses. Participants will also have a riding lesson. Cost: $85.

Curly Whirly - Drama 3 - 6 years 9.00am - 10.30am

On Thursday 1st October, they will be running the next level course. This course will take you a step further, as well as a riding lesson, so open to riders who have a few basics as well as riders who have done an intro day. 8.30am to 12.30pm cost $85.

Hey Architect! - Visual Art 7 - 12 years 9.00am - 10.30am

MORE INFO / BOOKINGS Limited numbers book early. Ph: 4774 0124 or 0400 345 727

Contemporary - Dance 7 - 12 years

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MUSEUM OF TROPICAL NORTH QUEENSLAND Dino World Holiday Program on from 19th September till the 5th of October. All activities are free with general admission.

Townsville mini golf fun park

WEEK 1 FEATURE ACTIVITIES untill the 25th September

FAMILY GOLD PASS - $150 2 adults and 2 children have access to:

TEEN-T DINO SHOW 10.00am & 1.00pm Daily

• One full year of Mini Golf (Usually $35 per visit)

FOSSIL FUN 11.00am - 12.00pm Daily

• 1 x Saturday night buffet (valued at $58)

PALAEO TALKS WITH JCU 11.00am - 11.30am Daily

• 1 x Kids catered birthday party (valued at $150).

MEET A PALAEONTOLOGIST 12.00pm - 1.00pm Daily

MORE INFO See page 41 for more details or call: 0428 767 617.

FOSSIL PREPARATION LAB 11.00am - 2.00pm 21st September DRESS-UP AS A DINOSAUR DAY 10.00am - 10.30am 23rd SENSATIONAL SKELETON CRAFT 9.30am - 3.00pm 19th - 27th CONSTRUCTASAURUS 9.30am - 3.00pm 19th - 27th WEEK 2 FEATURE ACTIVITIES Monday 28th - Friday 2nd October THE DINOMITE SHOW Shows at 10.00am & 1.00pm Daily DINO CREATION LAB 11.00am - 12.00pm Daily PALAEO TALKS WITH JCU 11.00am -11.30am Daily FOSSIL PREPARATION LAB 11.00am - 2.00pm MEET A PALAEONTOLOGIST 12.00pm - 1.00pm CRETACEOUS CRUISE 11am - 12pm Daily 28th - 5th October CRETACEOUS CRAFT 9.30am - 3pm 28th - 5th October MORE INFO / BOOKINGS

Bookings (when required) can be made by calling 07 4726 0600 during business hours. For Full program details go to www.mtq.qm.qld.gov.au

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Townsville Sailing Club TACKERS SAILING PROGRAM This fun school holiday activity is an introductory course for children aged 7 to 12 to try out sailing through games both on and off the water. Date: 21/9/15 - 25/9/15 (5 consecutive days) Time: 8.00am - 1.00pm daily Cost: $300 MORE INFO / BOOKINGS www.yatchingaustralia.com.au, townsvillesailingclub@gmail.com or www.tsc.yachting.org.au

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WEEK 2 28th - 4th October from 11.00am - 2.00pm FREE “CRAZY KITE MAKING” ACTIVITY Just in time for Spring. Children will be able to let their imagination soar and create their very own kite. This is an activity suitable for all ages. Will be set up in the Target Forecourt MORE INFO For more information visit www. castletown.com.au.

LAUNCHZONE SCHOOL HOLIDAY: BUY AN HOUR JUMP PASS, GET THE 2ND HOUR FREE! All day everyday MORE INFO / BOOKINGS To book call 1300 Launch (528624) or www.launchzone.com.au and like them on facebook www.facebook.com/launchzone

reef hq aquarium ANNUAL PASS The fun never ends at Reef HQ with this fantastic deal. Annual Pass with unlimited entry for the family (2 Adults and 2 Children) for only $30 more than your normal admission. MORE INFO See page 38 for more details or go to: www.reefhq.com.au or call 47500 800

Castletown School Holiday activities:

Pinnacles Gallery

WEEK 1 21st - 27th September shows from 11.00am - 1.00pm

Is running some great School Holiday Workshops.

MARSUPIAL MADNESS SHOW Take and Adventure with Rodney Roo and Katee Koala and discover local Flora and Fauna in the Australian Outback with Sally. Target Forecourt

Bookings are ESSENTIAL All workshops Cost $15 or $10 for Friends of The Gallery MORE INFO / BOOKINGS 4773 8871 or email pinnacles@ townsville.qld.gov.au

CAMPING

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Camping and kids - two words that can go together harmoniously. Right? The joy of camping can lose some of it's sizzle when things go wrong. Poor weather, poor preparation and poor attitudes can really put a dampener on a weekend away. We have put together a few helpful hints to ensure nothing but happy memories are made when you embark on your camping adventure with the kids.

ANSWERING “ARE WE THERE YET?”

This phrase is inevitable. No matter how many games, books and electronic devices you provide to the little darlings, you will hear this. Accept it. It’s been going on for several generations and it is not going to stop anytime soon. Think pleasant thoughts. Before the car trip has begun, it's helpful to have set some expectations about the trip and length of time in the car. Show the kids a map, explain the length of time so the younger ones will understand (we are still two Disney movies away) and slice your road trip into different parts. ENCOURAGE CAMPING CHORES. At the campsite (where you have done all of your research, of course, and therefore know what facilities are on offer), try to get the children to "help set up the campsite", by giving them easy tasks to do. Setting up an area for their toys and putting out the foldable camping chairs are easy

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tasks to keep little fingers busy. After set-up, keep them busy with collecting firewood (if allowed), getting fresh water, finding marshmallow roasting sticks and sweeping the outdoor area. PACK SUITABLE RAINY ACTIVITIES.

Rain happens. Books, colouring activities, board games and cards are a good stand-by items. LEGO and puzzles are not as good as all those tiny pieces can go missing. Keep electronic devices on stand-by, in the event of seriously poor weather only. If it’s nice outside, the electronic devices stay hidden. GIVE EACH CHILD THEIR OWN BACKPACK.

Fill this with essential items such as a headlamp, water bottle, tissues, sunscreen, repellent and snacks. You may also like to include a whistle so if they get lost or wander too far, they can use it to advise of their location.

Their involvement in packing this bag prior to the camping trip is a good way to get them interested in the trip and take a little bit of responsibility for their own belongings. ALWAYS PACK EXTRA CLOTHING.

Just in case. The trip where you don’t pack enough clothes is the one where it will rain, or your children will fall into the creek the moment they arrive at the campsite. Bring along clothes suited to the location you are visiting, plus plan for accidents, change of weather and dirt. TEACH THEM CAMP COURTESY AND SAFETY. Some basic rules include: • Don't run through people's campsites. Go around them. • Be quiet early in the morning. Not everyone wakes with the birds. • It is not polite to impose yourself upon other campers when they are eating. Take the hint and return to your family at mealtimes.

KIDS STORY Bella Irwin, Top End Adventure Gear

USE THIS CAMPING TRIP AS A GREAT ADVENTURE FOR ALL.

Camping is all about creating memories that you and your children will cherish for years to come. There are lots of new sights to explore and new experiences to enjoy. Prepare meals together, take day hikes to see animals in natural habitats, collect unique plant clippings to bring back to the campsite, jump into the freezing cold creek water, roast marshmallows and tell ghost stories around the fire and spend time together as a family. We often donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t realise how busy life can get. Research has shown that being outdoors promotes happiness, health and helps with cognitive development in children. And nothing beats escaping your strict schedules (even if itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s just once a year or for a sneaky weekend away) and spending time with your family outside of the home.

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BUSINESS BUZZ

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z z u B S S E BUSIN BOOK: Rare Birds ‘Australia’s 50 Influential Women Entrepreneurs’ RRP $49.50 WEB www.inspiringrarebirds.com Rare Birds ‘Australia’s 50 Influential Women Entrepreneurs’ shares honest and jaw dropping accounts of some of Australia’s most resilient women. With the likes of Megan Quinn, Jodie Fox, Layne Beachley, Topaz Conway and Jan Owen gracing its pages, this Rare Birds first will break moulds and disrupt conventional thoughts of women in entrepreneurship as we know it. Join these women on their real journeys and enjoy a rare look into their motivations, mind sets, sacrifices and what they still dream of achieving.

APP: ScanBizCard RRP $1.29 AVAILABLE The App Store. Sick of carrying around a briefcase filled with business cards? There’s an app for that. And it’s called ScanBizCard. Scan cards in seconds or submit tricky cards for 100% accurate human transcription and automatic updates to your address book and Outlook contacts. The only business card app scanner with cloud backup and sync across multiple devices with access to cards from any browser, ScanBizCard works with Evernote, Salesforce and other CRMs.

$1 million in grants available for Queensland home-based business!

Attention stay-at-home parents - do you have a home-based business or are you looking to start one? Now is the time to go for it! The Queensland Government is making grants of up to $5000 available to homebased entrepreneurs in what is the first program of its kind in Australia. Under the Queensland Entrepreneurs of Tomorrow Home Based Business Program, funding will be available to stay-at-homeparents seeking to establish or develop home based businesses. The Government has committed $1 million over three years to support this program, with funding of up to $5000 provided to successful applicants. Applications open 24 August 2015 and to be eligible you must have a Queenslandbased business, meet the definition of a home-based business, have at least one child under 12 in your care for at least 50 per cent of the time and have an ABN. For more information, head to www.ausmumpreneur.com

Productivity Tip of the Month Find your productive time – everyone has a time during the day where their productivity levels are the highest. It might be in the morning, after lunch or even at night. Use this time to your advantage, scheduling activities that require the most motivation during this time.

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BUSINESS MATTERS LUNCHEON - DATE: 2 August TIME: 12:15pm to 1:30pm VENUE: Mercure, Townsville COST: Members- Free, Non-Members - $35 WEB: www.townsvillechamber.com.au/

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133RD TOWNSVILLE CHAMBER ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING - DATE: 18 September TIME: 7.00am to 9.00am VENUE: Rydges Southbank, 23 Palmer Street, South Townsville, COST: $55 for members WEB: www.townsvillechamber.com.au/ LASER COMBAT NQ – CORPORATE CHALLENGE - DATE: 12 September TIME: From 8am to 1pm WHERE: Strand Park, Townsville COST: $100 for team of five WEB: http://townsvilletickets.com.au/ CHAMBER COFFEE - DATE: Every second Thursday 8:00am to 9:00am VENUE: Bulletin Square, Flinders Street COST: Free WEB: www.townsvillechamber.com.au/ www.pakmag.com.au SEPTEMBER 2015

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MEET: Ann Maree from That Photo

Tell us about your family: My husband and I share three children who are all adults now. We have two in Townsville and one in New Zealand, and very proud of all of them. We live just outside Townsville. What is your favourite thing to do when not at work? I love to spend time with my family, cook and we now have a four month old spoodle who is heaps of fun. Tell us about your business My business is primarily lifestyle photography - a photo that tells a story. I choose to photograph in natural light, only using flash when necessary. I want my client’s photos to never go out of style, I want energy rather than awkward posing and above all, I want them to have fun. I have had clients turn up to a shoot feeling nervous and leave saying they have had the best time. That is so rewarding.

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What made you decide to start up That Photo? I started my business when I felt I was at the level worthy of offering clients what they deserved and not before. Tell us something that most people don’t know about you. I trained as a commercial artist back in the day and love to draw in pen and ink. If you could live anywhere in the world, where would you live? My husband is from New Zealand, every time we visit I never want to leave. But I also love Australia's outback. Check out That Photo via FB at www.facebook.com/thatphotobyannmaree or call Ann Maree at 0427 874 036

ADVICE: Legalities of Separation Separation is often a difficult and stressful time. That's it why it is so important to get legal advice early. With the right advice, separating couples can avoid the need for legal proceedings and get on with their lives. According to Fredericks Heywood Lawyers, there are many personal and health benefits of prompt, targeted advice in separation disputes. "In many cases, matters relating to children, property or both can be sorted out amicably without the need for legal proceedings, '' Family Lawyer Filitsa Kounias said. "Getting advice early can prevent litigation and help finalise matters in a timely way." Ms Kounias said having the right lawyer not only helps reduce the stress, it allows "you to get on with your life and move on". The increased focus on alternatives to court proceedings means those involved in separation matters should be fully aware of all the options available. "Fredericks Heywood encourages you to seek other options to court including mediation and family dispute resolution," Ms Kounias said. Call Fredericks Heywood today on 4724 3003 to enquire about their free initial advice and information consultation with their experienced family law team.

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Daddy Diary The Magic of Teething The Tooth Fairy is truly an amazing concept. Young children loose a tooth, put it under their pillow and a friendly little fairy replaces it with a dollar that same night. It’s sweet, and let’s face it, a little gross. On a side note, has anyone actually asked the question, "What does a fairy do with all those tiny bits of white enamel”? But as I'm learning with my 13 month old daughter, Matilda (I'm one of those parents who refers to her age in months, not years) the process of losing teeth may be sweet. But the process of growing them most certainly is not. Let’s be frank. Teething sucks. And not just for Matilda, but for everyone living in our little blue-coloured house. We all feel her pain. And sometimes at 2.30 in the morning.

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My fiancée, Michelle and I have tried everything to lessen the pain for our little girl. One of the more interesting suggestions on how exactly to do this came from a six-foot-tall, bald-as-theday-he-was-born colleague of mine. His name is Shane but we call him Shrek. He believes the magic cure to teething lies in the humble T-bone. His advice? Freeze the bone after hooking into our delicious steak dinner and give it Matilda to gnaw on. The idea being that it is tasty and helps break through the gum. I joked, "Matilda may lose an eye on the sharp end of the bone,” but as long as it works, right? There's also a variety of somewhat strange and always expensive products out there to help. We've tried some. I wouldn't say any of them are reinventing the wheel. Even that magical teething necklace so many rave about. It’s cute but I don't know if it’s actually doing anything.

To be honest I don't think there is a magical teething cure. I think it’s just something Matilda has to go through. It is our job as parents to make her as comfortable as possible while she does. But I might stock the freezer up with extra T-bones, just in case.