PALMERSTONLIFE MAGAZINE JANUARY 2016 ISSUE

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JANUARY 2016

Lukeas Natasha Ryan Bond ENGINEER

MEDICINE

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PALMERSTON SENIOR COLLEGE

TA M IN M IN COLLEGE

COVER STORY

EVERY STUDENT MAT TERS Taminmin’s 2015 Year 12 highest ATAR student, Cheya Clarke, commenced at Taminmin in year 7 ensuring a smooth and continuous quality learning experience.

Cheya has taken advantage of the many opportunities at Taminmin such as the Leading Learner program, International and Interstate travel, participating in the school musical and following her sporting interests.

Principal Miriam McDonald said that Taminmin College is the only Independent Public School that provides a seamless learning environment from years 7 to 12. Like Cheya students can enjoy all of their secondary schooling on the one campus.

The College includes a Vocational Education and Training (VET) section and is the only school in the Northern Territory with an agricultural facility. Miriam is also proud of the 98% NTCET completion rate achieved this year.

Students from year 5 can enter the Young Scholars program at Taminmin.

This enables students to undertake challenging and innovative experiences at the college as well as assuring them a place in the Leading Learner or Aspire programs from year 7.

Taminmin College provides success for all students with a range of pathways to access employment and higher education.

TAMINMIN COLLEGE PH 08 89 83 7000 • E admin.taminmin@ntschools.net A Challoner Circuit Humpty Doo, NT, 0836 www.taminmin.nt.edu.au

NT GOVERNMENT INDEPENDENT PUBLIC S C H O O L S H A V E G R E AT E R L O C A L D E C I S I O N MAKING, ARE GOVERNED BY A SCHOOL B O A R D A N D O F F E R I N N O V AT I V E P R O G R A M S P R O V I D I N G PAT H W AY S F O R A L L S T U D E N T S .

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SENIOR SECONDARY COLLEGE

Palmerston Senior College (PSC) is an Independent Public School that offers a holistic approach for your son or daughter through their senior secondary schooling, Year 10 to Year 12 and has a Special Education Centre catering for students Year 7 to Year 12. We work with our students to structure education pathways best suited to their individual strengths, interest and career aspirations.

In 2015, 9% of PSC students seeking entry to university achieved an ATAR of 90 or higher. Two students, Briana Kemp and Lukeus Ryan achieved ATAR scores of 95.5 and 95.2 respectively. Both Briana and Lukeus attended Palmerston public primary

schools and Rosebery Middle School, completing their schooling at PSC. During 2015, Briana focused totally on completing Year 12.

Now that she has completed, she is exploring university options that are available to her. Briana is interested in studying Psychology at Charles Darwin University.

For Lukeus balancing the demands of Physics, Chemistry, Biology, English Studies and Maths Methods was extremely challenging.

His efforts and commitment have been well worth any sacrifices he may have made as he was recognised as DUX of the College. In 2016, Lukeus is aiming to study Engineering at Charles Darwin University.

PALMERSTON SENIOR COLLEGE PH 08 8935 0222 • E palmerston.senior@ntschools.net A 10 Tilston Avenue Driver NT 0830 palmerstonseniorcollege.nt.edu.au

Briana Kemp ATAR 95.5

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MILKWOOD STEINER SCHOOL Steiner-inspired playgroups for young children and families have operated in Darwin and Litchfield since 1996 and were instrumental in the opening of Milkwood Steiner School in 2004.

What first began with 26 students at the old Nightcliff Scout Hall now sees, eleven years on, 70 students – from Pre-School to Class 6 – attending Milkwood. The schools campus, now with a permanent foundation in Berrimah, is surrounded with beautiful gardens, experiential playground and a large adjoining bush block.

Milkwood Steiner School offers an internationally recognised curriculum of creative and inquisitive learning that really works for children. As the only school in Darwin offering an alternative to the Australian Curriculum, the approach is designed around understanding emotional and physical development of children. Milkwood promotes self-development thus allowing children to embrace what they enjoy as individuals through artistic expression. Above all, the aim is to foster a love of learning.

Using music, art, language, story telling and movement as primary methods of learning, Milkwood students develop their imaginations and gain building blocks of knowledge and important life skills. Learning happens inside and outside the classroom. Inside the classroom students draw, knit, sew, dance and carefully create beautiful, colourful books to record their personal learning journeys, deepening their understanding of traditional subjects such as numeracy and literacy whilst furthering their artistic skills.

Outside, the children have created organic kitchen gardens and this year collaborated to build a pizza oven from scratch, using termite mounds turned to clay and decorated with individually made tiles inspired by nature. You may even observe local author Diane Lucas teaching nature studies on the bush block, further fostering the children’s connection with the world around them.

English and mathematics are taught, along with science, history and geography in a multi-sensory way through a rich experience of stories, practical activities along with visual and performance arts.

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to better understand geometry, or singing and moving to learn number patterns and times tables, or even more practical projects such as running a mini market for business maths.

Handwork projects are created throughout the school, developing fine motor skills and creating useful items for the classroom such as sewn cushions, woven and embroidered bags, knitted recorder cases, woodwork items and felted pictures.

All the children learn a musical instrument starting with recorder in class 1 and a string instrument in class 3 upwards with regular performances for the school and Greater Darwin community.

Milkwood students’ love of learning is a credit to the passionate teachers who develop a wide range of artistically and academically integrated activities that make learning fun and relevant. Milkwood School and students are well supported by a caring community made up of parents, support staff and dedicated Darwin community members.

In 2015 Milkwood Steiner School Class in Year 5 and 6 were honoured with the Darwin City Council’s Young Author’s Award for primary school for the book that they co-wrote and illustrated. Class 1 and 2 were grateful to receive first place in the school category for the Rights on Show 2015 exhibition ‘SOIL, Can you dig it?’. Their exhibit displayed handmade, mischievous ‘seed gnomes’ made from the resources in the ‘bush block’. The ethos of Milkwood states ‘We provide your child with a personal learning and creativity journey to help you raise your child to be a thinking, feeling human being. Your child develops strong core values and a true sense of self so he/she may readily & confidently adapt to new situations in a fast paced modern world.’

Congratulations Milkwood for achieving great success this year.

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COLOURED GLASSES A L I T T L E H I S T O R Y.

QUENTIN KILIAN (GAICD, FAIM, CIPS, PHF, GradCertMigLaw, Commissioner for Oaths NT)

Chief Executive Officer Real Estate institute of Northern Territory (REINT) www.reint.com.au

In January 2015 the Northern Territory Government, through Treasurer Minister Tollner, dramatically altered the First Home Buyer support in the NT by removing all stamp duty assistance and all assistance for a person wishing to purchase an existing property, and increasing the post-settlement grant on a new property to $26,000. I would state that this decision, from day one, flew in the face of the advice given by the real estate profession.

What it means is that unless you are willing to purchase a new property or off the plan, you get no support at all as a first home buyer. And even if you are buying new, you now have to find an additional saving of around $25,000 for stamp duty, which you pay up front. So essentially, what you may get back in a grant is simply replacing what you already shelled out on stamp duty.

So how is this working out for the Government. Earlier this year they were very excited about their projected surplus.

In the mid-year review this surplus has not returned to a deficit, in large part because of the reduced income through stamp duty, because a lot fewer people are purchasing properties. Even though the prices have fallen and interest rates are at their lowest level.

This First Home Buyers decision has also impacted massively in areas such as Alice Springs where buyers don't have a choice of buying new properties as none are currently being built! But, if there was an incentive there are quite a number of existing properties in the sub $400,000

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range ready to occupy.

But rather than just raise a problem, the real estate profession has been offering a solution to the Government for the past year, which has fallen on deaf ears. In fact in December this year Minister Tollner wrote to a resident, in a letter reposted on Facebook, and essentially told this person that everything was OK; travelling fine; no problem and therefore no need for change.

It must be so nice to exist in your own world and see everything through heavily tinted rose coloured glasses.

The solution is really quite simple. Remove the stamp duty requirement for First Home Buyers of existing property, up to the first $450,000 of the purchase. This will save these buyers upwards of $20,000 extra that they have to find. The government will not 'lose' money as it's already forgoing that revenue and it will encourage buyers to enter the market. When the first home buyers come back in then the 'aspirational buyers' who want to move up can purchase their next home and the 'empty nesters' who want to down size can sell their properties and the housing cycle is as it should be.

It's time to take off the rose coloured glasses as see the world as it really is. There is a problem. A big problem. One that was caused by an ill considered decision, but one that can be fixed simply and quickly.

The time to act was 12 months ago, but we will accept action now.

TALENTED ENTERTAINER W H O N E E D E D A “ R E A L J O B ” T O PAY T H E B I L L S … . A N D U LT I M AT E LY BECAME A CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER IN THE NOT FOR PROFIT SEC TOR. “The sporadic income that comes with being a performer doesn’t get the rent paid, so I needed an income while I waited for that ‘big break’’’ she says.

That ‘real job’ turned into a successful career in health administration. A senior role in Health in New South Wales became the stepping-stone to a twenty year career in both the public and private health sectors, culminating in her appointment to her current role as the CEO of not for profit, FCD Health.

A primary health care service provider, FCD is a joint venture between the Flinders and Charles Darwin Universities.

“I am inspired by seeing an idea that is worthy of pursuit and actually making it come to fruition. With its focus on service provision, joining FCD allowed me to balance my career and personal goals,” she says.

Robyn sees her role as CEO as being a facilitator, matching the right person to the right job.

“My philosophy is when you employ someone it’s because you believe they have the skills to do the job so you have to back off, trust them and let them do it. My job is to be there to provide mentoring and support when needed – not micromanage,” she says.

Robyn believes that successful women are comfortable in their own skin, not afraid to shy away from admitting what they don’t know as well as celebrating what they do.

“I have a poster on my office wall that cites the four pillars of wisdom – I was wrong; I’m sorry; I don’t know; I need help - the things it’s important to be able to admit, even if only to yourself, if you want to be an effective leader. It’s a mantra that keeps me grounded,” she says.

While her career path may have changed from her early days as a singer in a band, Robyn doesn’t regret where the journey has taken her.

“While I do still perform from time to time, usually at charity fundraisers, my ‘big break’ didn’t happen in quite the way I thought it would all those years ago, but I wouldn’t change a thing” she says.

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Shell anticipated announcement of the City’s ie M orris coveted Australia Day Awards in three www.pa 8935 99 lYear, merstoYoung 22 categories – Citizen of the n.nt.gov Citizen .au | of the Year and Community Event of the

Year. Designed to recognise the valuable contributions made to the local community by residents and community organisations, the awards are a highlight of the day’s events. Entertainment will include a special appearance from local artist Shellie Morris.

City of Palmerston Mayor, Ian Abbott said Australia Day is an important part of the City’s annual event calendar.

“Australia Day and the Awards are a memorable and rewarding day each year.

Recognising the contributions of those in our community is both humbling and inspirational. I look forward to welcoming our new Citizens and announcing winners of the Australia Day Awards at our Australia Day Event,” said Mayor Ian Abbott.

After Council’s official ceremony, Oz Fusion

at the City of Palmerston’s official ceremony!

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will be hosting a free family event that showcases and celebrates the community’s cultural diversity through an exciting and engaging program of cultural performances, bands and multicultural food.

For further details on Council’s official ceremony phone 8935 9922 or visit www.palmerston.nt.gov.au

WELCOME TO THE IDEAS BOOM THAT

WILL CHANGE AUSTRALIA FOREVER.

P R I M E M I N I S T E R T U R N B U L L R E C E N T LY L A U N C H E D T H E N AT I O N A L I N N O V AT I O N A N D S C I E N C E A G E N D A , A B LU E P R I N T F O R A M O R E E N T R E P R E N E U R I A L AU S T R A L I A.

Our agenda responds to the extraordinary rapid changes across the world, and provides a vision for how Australia can embrace and position ourselves to seize the next wave of economic prosperity.

Technology and science are evolving faster than ever, and the internet is disrupting traditional jobs and industries.

Australians have no shortage of smart ideas. You only have to look at great discoveries and inventions like wifi, the Cochlear implant and penicillin to name a few.

The problem has been that Australians who want to turn their brilliant ideas into great businesses struggled with capital. That’s about to change through the $1.1 billion of measures that will transform Australia from an innovation laggard into an innovation pacesetter.

Australia is well-placed to take advantage of the opportunities presented by these exciting times, but to succeed there are areas where we need to improve – this is why we are doing things like aligning our tax system and business laws with the culture of entrepreneurship and innovation we are seeking to create.

I am confident that the ideas boom will be fuelled by universities, startups, industry and agriculture, embracing risk and working together like never before. Charles Darwin University is one of the most innovative universities in Australia and is already leading the way.

As Prime Minister Turnbull says it is an exciting time to live in Darwin – In my view our innovation agenda makes it all the more exciting. I look forward to the local clever ideas being transformed into great businesses. I know this will happen because here in the Territory we are resilient, resourceful, creative and talented. To add to this Territorians have the Turnbull Government in their corner.

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NEVER LIKED BEING REFERRED TO AS STRONG. “I’ve never liked that word, but I’ve come to realize that I am.

When I didn’t think I was strong, other people told me I was, and I used to hate that,” she says.

Acknowledging her inner strength now as a quality, Wendy feels that she has reached a point in her life where she is content with who she is.

“I like who I’ve become. I’m comfortable with where I’m going, and what type of life I’ve led and am leading,” she says.

Possessing a solid sense of values, Wendy believes that successful women voice their opinion, and she has learnt over the years to stand up for herself.

“It’s quite interesting to see people’s different reactions to that,” she laughs.

As the licensee of the Telstra Business Centre NT and Telstra Store Darwin, Wendy is one of only two female Telstra licensees in the Territory.

Starting her career with Telstra as a telephonist in South Australia, Wendy always toyed with the idea of becoming a small business owner, especially once she relocated to Darwin in her early thirties.

“I really love small business, and I could see that there was a big gap here in the market,” she says.

Inspired by her desire to provide for her family, Wendy, along with her husband Gavin, originally established the business as a Telstra store in 2003, before building up to open a business centre in 2007. They now employ over 45 staff.

Motivating those around her with her strong leadership skills, Wendy believes consistency is the key, and being very transparent in what is right and wrong.

“You cannot favour one staff member over another. You need to be consistent in your approach. The standards are there for everybody and it’s for each person to attain them and reach for them,” she says.

Keeping her finger on the pulse with her staff, Wendy also believes in being approachable and providing a support network for them should they be experiencing difficulties.

It seems that word strong is a fitting description for this tenacious business owner afterall.

66 Coonawarra Road Winnellie • www.telstra.com/business

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RAISED IN THE SOUTH AUSTRALIAN COUNTRYSIDE, R U T H PA L M E R ’ S WA N D E R L U S T S A W H E R MOVE TO WESTERN AUSTRALIA, VIC TORIA A N D Q U E E N S L A N D B E F O R E F I N A L LY S E T T L I N G I N T H E T E R R I T O R Y.

It was the rugged beauty and remoteness of areas like Lajamanu and Groote Eylandt that eventually tamed Ruth’s rebellious nature.

“There’s something about living in a remote community that makes you appreciate what you have and the people that you surround yourself with,” she says.

As the Director of the NT Property Council, Ruth advocates for her members and their interests, all of whom contribute to the Northern Territory property market in various ways.

“I try and make it easy for their voice to be heard by the decision makers. It’s been really rewarding to be able to share their views and their passion for the industry with ordinary Territorians,” says Ruth.

According to the Property Council of Australia website, property directly accounts for 17.9% of the Northern Territory’s economic activity, and the Council aims to highlight the Territory as the best place to invest, manage and own property.

Ruth’s vivacious personality, ability to network and the confidence to strike up a conversation with anyone has enabled her to excel

in the role.

“I’ve managed to get some new members for the Property Council just by starting a conversation with people I meet on the street, or at events, or even in my own building,” she says.

Ruth believes that an important quality successful women share is the strength to push themselves outside their comfort zones.

“I think that willingness to take a deep breath and take on whatever challenge faces you is the key to success. For me, it’s also about never giving up and having faith in myself,” she says.

Citing her two children, sevenyear-old Chloe and two-year-old Amelia as her motivation to achieve, Ruth is also inspired by the many women who have juggled motherhood and their professional lives.

“I know how hard it is, and I find it so motivating to see that it can be done, and done well,” she says.

While Ruth’s itchy feet may be settled for now, her desire to roam free is still strong.

“I hate to waste my weekends,” laughs Ruth.

“I love getting outdoors with my girls and going fishing or camping.”

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As owners and directors of Belle Property Darwin, they join a network of more than 65 offices Australia wide including a team of dedicated experts at the forefront of real estate, design, technology, business, and staff training.

The company also has an exclusive association with the iconic international design and lifestyle publication, ‘belle’ magazine.

Paul is a strong, reliable leader who is transparent, respectful, and genuinely cares about other people’s wellbeing and their personal situation.

Paul takes the time to listen and value others, and is fully invested in honest interactions with people which he says ultimately brings results.

No judgement or assumptions are made about people, properties, or their situations.

He gives clients recommendations based on researched facts and expertise.

During campaigns he is focused, provides consistent communication, and follows through with the best results.

Paul is continually developing and expanding his education in real estate, technology, and personal development to achieve this success.

This year the Real Estate Institute of the Northern Territory (REINT) awarded Paul the highly regarded title of Real Estate Agent of the Year.

During 2014 Paul sold the highest priced

was on the board of directors and a cofounder of an Organic Food Co-operative which is still going strong more than 20 years later.

She then worked at upper-management level in an international design firm in Europe for many years, later gained a post-graduate in Nutritional Medicine and studied Building Biology (the field of study of occupant’s health within buildings) and ran successful practices overseas and in Melbourne.

Setting up and directing Belle Property Darwin brings together all of Maureen’s life passions and talents in business, health, and design.

Together, Paul and Maureen, are dedicated to creating a positive high performing environment focusing on developing people both professionally and personally with a sense of connectedness, creativity and fun, while demanding excellence and celebrating achievement.

They are passionate about working with developers, home owners and occupants, and the greater industry, developing awareness of how our buildings and communities can have a positive influence upon the environment and people’s health and wellbeing.

Always striving for that balance of serving others for the greater good while achieving authentic happiness and fulfillment.

property in Parap to date, at $1.85 million, in addition to selling three out of the top five highest priced properties in Darwin.

His specialty is foreshore suburbs and prestige properties, yet of course all price points are considered to be ‘belle’.

Paul and his Canadian and Irish wife Maureen were headhunted and chosen to be the Top End leaders of Belle Property.

Maureen brings valuable expertise to the company with a range of education and professional experience. She holds university Honours degrees in a Bachelor of Business and also Design (History of Art & Architecture).

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CAMP QUALITY’S AUSTRALIA DAY FUNDRAISER

26 January 2016 (Darwin City) Nothing feels better than knowing you’re making a difference in some else’s life, and you can do just that at the annual Camp Quality fundraiser this Australia Day. Held at Wisdom Bar & Café, funds will be raised for kids with cancer, their families and the indispensable Camp Quality program. Full of activities, auctions and entertainment there are plenty of ways you can contribute to this very worthy cause.

HOT TEST SEVENS IN THE WORLD

23 – 24 January 2016 (Rugby Park, Marrara Sports Precinct, Marrara) It’s that time of year again, the Hottest Sevens in the World are back to show Darwin the best rugby sevens has to offer. Now officially recognised as an Olympic sport, players from the world over will be competing in the quick and exciting game! Can the Australian Rugby Legends reign victorious and win the $65,000 prize money? Put on your team’s colours and head to Rugby Park to find out!

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Nestled on the water’s edge, Crab Claw Island Resort is a relaxing escape from the everyday. The complex has elevated cabins connected by walkways through the trees and palm gardens, refreshing swimming pools, an elevated open restaurant with views across the harbour, boat ramp, wildlife and natural beauty galore.

Crab Claw Island’s ‘Breezes’ restaurant is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner, serving a wide selection of tasty, al a carte meals. The fully licensed bar holds a selection of wines, icy cold beers and soft drinks that will quench the thirst and cleanse the pallet of any weary traveller.

Lovely ‘outback NT’ experience. Crab Claw is one of those places to just relax and dwindle away time, either fishing or relaxing by

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the pool. We stayed here for 6 nights, but could have easy stayed longer. The staff are so relaxed and friendly, nothing is a bother.

Crab Claw Island is the perfect place for family getaway… the beaches are pristine, white quartz sand – perfect for sandcastles, the harbour is calm and full of fish – making first time fishing experiences full of all the right kinds of memories, the swimming pools are fenced with child proof gates and both pools have safe access, the restaurant has a special kids menu with health options as well as the ‘traditional’ holiday fare, high-chairs and knives and forks just the right size for little hands.

We have two accommodation options to suit families who need a bit more space. Our Family Cabins are set on the rear of the main walkway, approximately 15m from the beach. They are twice the size

of our standard cabins and fitted with a double and four single beds, a dining table and chairs, large refrigerator, and en-suite bathroom facilities. Alternatively ‘The house’ is at ground level with absolute beach frontage. It has two bedrooms, each with a double and two single beds; a large balcony with a gate, dining table and chairs and BBQ.

FOR MORE INFO ON YOUR NEXT GETAWAY OR TO MAKE A BOOKING PLEASE CONTACT US: Crab Claw Island Resort, Darwin NT P: (08) 8978 2313 • E: reservations@crabclaw.com.au www.crabclawisland.com.au

SPINE FAC TS Spinal Column WITH VERTEBRAE

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F O L LO W I N G O N F R O M L A S T M O N T H S CO LU M N A B O U T B O N E S, T H I S M O N T H I THOUGHT I’D DISCUSS SOME I N T E R E S T I N G FA C T S A B O U T T H E S P I N E .

The spinal column has 3 very important functions. It supports the body’s weight, provides flexibility for movement and protects the spinal cord and the nerve roots from damage.

As babies, we are born with 33 bones in our spine (vertebrae) but as adults we end up with 26. Four fuse to make our tailbone (coccyx) and five fuse to make the back of the pelvis (sacrum).

The first vertebrae in our spine is called the Atlas. Atlas is a character from Greek mythology who, after losing a fight, was turned to stone and had to carry the weight of the Earth on his shoulders. This vertebrae were given his name as it carries the entire weight of the head.

Around one quarter of the spine’s length is made up of fibrocartilage, this is due to presence of the intervertebral discs, which act as shock absorbers between our vertebrae. These discs expand in the absence of gravity, so as a result astronauts returning from space may be 1.5 to 2 inches taller than when they left. Gravity’s effect on these discs is also the cause of humans shrinking between a quarter to half an inch every decade after the age of 40. It also why we are generally taller in the morning than at night because of the daily effect of gravity upon the body.

Four out of five adults will experience some type of spinal pain during their lifetime. Lower back pain is the most common type of spinal pain experienced. This is because the lower spine twists and bends more than any other part of

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our spine, it also bears the weight of our upper body.

Sometimes back pain can be caused by other ailments in the body. Pain experienced in the middle of the back, which becomes worse after eating, may be a sign you have a stomach ulcer. And if you experience an intermittent back pain that reaches your groin, it could indicate you have kidney stones.

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is a free family oriented event held on Australia Day that showcases and celebrates Darwin’s cultural diversity through an exciting and engaging program of cultural performances, bands and multicultural food.

Tuesday 26 January – Australia Day NEW VENUE - Oz Fusion will be held at the Palmerston Recreation Centre 4:00-7:00pm • alcohol free event We thank Darwin International Airport for the continued support

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A YEAR FROM NOW YOU WISH YOU HAD? C H A N G E D T H AT B O R I N G J O B ? ? ?

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While working with my clients, I see their weakness or vulnerabilities. Extra guidance or encouragement is needed…to help move forward. I may send texts to check in on your exercise regime…or asking for pics of your meals – I’m here to support you towards Everlasting Health.

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5. LOOP THE PROCESS If you have a good coach, they will have planned the year generally using this process. Whether your year is broken into monthly blocks or three monthly, it doesn't matter as long as you understand that each block transitions to the next and new check points are set. You may have bad days and weeks however, you will still move forward towards your end state.

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