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We were so excited to have been granted accredited media access to follow the royals! Maree (our photographer) and I worked together as a tag-team photographing the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge as they rapidly made their way around Sydney. We hope you enjoy this special edition of Living Local, showcasing a pictorial spread of William and Kate’s visit including quotes we collected from locals who met them, a history behind previous royal tours and notes about Kate’s style. Even more photos can be found on our website.

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Letters & Comps What’s New NECK What’s On PAIN? App Reviews SEE P.52 A Better Season Things to Do Local Pin Board

I want to thank everyone involved in LLM: whether you’re a reader, advertiser or part of our team. Please remember to like us on Facebook and visit our website for extended stories and free placing of classifieds and local events. Stay warm this winter!

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Robert is a writer and researcher with Tina is an office a background in manager, freelance international relations, writer, editor and history, indigenous proof reader. She education and technology. A volunteer enjoys playing golf, photography lifesaver and keen photographer, he’s and is an avid foodie. passionate about creative engineering.

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Contributors: Larinda Brown, Mark Lewin, Dr Laurence McCarthy, Katrina Hemingway, Krystyna Zawadzka, Brandon Cowan, Susan Potthurst, Mark Bouris, Rev. Andrew Rees, Ellen Malone, Dr Martine Perkins, Samuel Davis, Candice McLintock and Trystan Graham.

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Local School Updates

52 YOUR Health

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60 LIFE Style Financial Planning 62 BEYOND Local

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67 YOUR Home

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Lesley CourtneyO’Connor, Proof Reader Lesley lives in Warrawee, worked as a secondary teacher and has two sons and three beautiful 'I love working at Living grandchildren. She loves Local, capturing photos travelling, playing golf, gardening and of our local area, it’s always a pleasure visiting good restaurants with friends. and great fun!'

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Your Letters In your interview with Leigh Hatcher, I most liked his passionate advocacy for those in need due to age and common mental health issues.

His heightened compassion is obviously informed by his own experience in caring for his in-laws and finding appropriate treatment and accommodation for them, as well as his own illness with Chronic Fatigue Syndrome. I found the entire interview most enlightening and inspiring and wish him all the best in his new role at HammondCare.

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In the current edition I was encouraged to hear about Carolyn Stedman who has made a difference to so many children. It was great to see her recognised for all her hard work.

Jocelyn - Gordon I was just reading your magazine, it's gorgeous and very informative!

Meg - Turramurra I thoroughly enjoyed reading your latest Living Local magazine - places to eat, places to shop, places to visit, inspiring individuals.

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BY BRANDON COWAN, APP DEVELOPER - CRAZY DOG APPS WILDLIFE WITNESS “Downloaded and endorsed by Prince William” I’m an animal lover but you shouldn’t need to be one to fight back against animal cruelty; Wildlife Witness makes it very easy to report it. The illegal wildlife trade is an international crisis. Today, alone, 60 elephants will be killed and 12,000 bears are sitting in cages as part of the worldwide demand for wildlife products. These statistics are not flattering and I know that I would personally hate to be those poor animals right now. But there is hope and it is up to us to put an end to the needless killing and cruelty endured by these helpless animals.

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NEON LABYRINTH! - RELOADED Neon Labyrinth! is a futuristic labyrinth physics-based puzzle game that is simple, yet addictive.

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SMASH HIT “Possibly the coolest app ever” – Brandon Cowan (yes, I did just selfquote myself and I do realise that I am lame).

As an app developer, I couldn’t help but notice the brilliance of this app. Neither could Apple when they featured Smash Hit all over the App Store, including on the iTunes homepage.

Truly a one-of-a-kind game that takes advantage of incredible 3D physics that pushes the technical limitations of an app to the edge. The graphics, sounds, animations of shattered glass and virtual buildings, 3D balls amongst other aspects are pretty incredible. It is difficult to use words to describe an app of such perfection so I’ll just stop now.

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'IF WINTER COMES, CAN SPRING BE FAR BEHIND?'

BY ANDREW REES, RECTOR AT ST ANDREW’S WAHROONGA

CROSSWORD ANSWERS

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But winter is a time of preparation, for planting seeds and bulbs. It is a time of expectation that in due

season, when the sun returns so will life. A full life blooming from these humble seeds.

As winter comes, we have already begun to wait for spring’s arrival.

It is as the poet, Percy Bysshe Shelley wrote, 'If winter comes, can spring be far behind?' We live through the winter confident that what we have sown, in hope, will burst into life.

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Winter is upon us. It is a time for digging out the accompaniments of the season – hearty meals, warm coats and cold/flu tablets.

As winter comes life seems to slow down a little; we are less frenetic, more willing to lay low.

We are confident, but aware that such a miracle as life is not in our power. Our confidence is in the power of another. It is a confidence rightly placed in our God who gives us life, breath and everything else.

This winter I invite you to consider the full extent of his power to bring new life; not just to bulbs but to our very bodies.

Here is the Christian hope, if winter comes, can spring be far behind? It is as Jesus declares about himself in John’s gospel; "I am the resurrection and the life.

He who believes in me will live even if he dies". We can be sure that our God can bring new life, eternal life. This is our hope.

Winter is upon us, another season we are blessed with, a season that will come and go. But, a season filled with hope of new life.

What better season than this to investigate the claims of Jesus Christ, who offers this confident hope to anyone who would believe?

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BY OUR LOCAL READERS

local things to do We like to take our daughter to the zoo on a lovely sunny winter's day!

Elissa - Wahroonga

I like to spend my winter ice skating at Macquarie Ice Rink (and pretending I'm skating at Rockefeller Centre, New York, at Christmas time).

Katrina - Pymble

I love winter on the North Shore because the green treefilled streets and beautiful camellia gardens inspire me to venture outside and walk in the neighbourhood.

Crunchy fallen leaves, misty moist air and (usually) sunny days are a joy to experience as long as you are warmly dressed and ready to absorb the beautiful atmosphere and surroundings. We are very fortunate in living here.

Anthea - Gordon

I like to get cozy at home in winter: light up the candles, make myself a cup of hot tea, pick up a good book to read...

Wei - Hornsby

In my spare time I love to take a few Doggies for a Walk from Monika's Doggie Rescue and get some exercise in for myself too. They are always looking for walkers as their doggies are in great need of them and plenty of cuddles.

I love visiting (the secret) Swain Gardens (not many people seem to know about this place) a serene and secluded place. Pristine and colourful grounds - the Camellias of winter give over to the Azaleas of spring. A perfect place to visit and to take in the scenery.

Jess - Warrawee

Amanda - Killara

Walking from Kirribilli to Lavendar Bay with a hot drink in my hand.

Without any stops it should take between 3045 minutes. If you wish to stop along the way and enjoy the attractions allow for several hours.

Lisa - St Ives

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In 2014 the Miles Franklin Literary Award shortlist showcases one of the strongest collections of Australian novels in years – all exceptional reads – congratulations to all six authors for making the shortlist. The winner will be announced in Sydney on June 26.

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LOCAL PIN BOARD Business & Baby at Home Sarah O'Bryan runs Lasso Creative, a successful design studio, from home on Sydney’s leafy North Shore. She is a positive, enthusiastic role model for women who are considering or have chosen to follow this path. Sarah has written a book, Business & Baby at Home: A set-up and survival guide. To buy her book simply visit: www.businessandbabyathome.com.au

Set Up Your Practice (Pymble Studio) Pilates International Pymble is expanding!

Exciting new opportunities, including a treatment room, are now available for allied health professionals who are looking for space.

"Our plan is to have a large-screen TV as well as audio visual equipment which will make this space a great meeting place for staff workshops and mini conferences. This space is also wheelchair friendly and can be accessed easily from Suakin St," says Anne-Maree Jones a director of Pilates International Training Centre (PilatesITC).

Bobbin Head Fruit Market Our specialty store delivers (literally) much more than its name suggests! Winter is here so at Bobbin Head Fruit Market, we have stocked delicious, hearty, homemade soups, an excellent range of ready-to-go pastas (perfect for an easy yet nutritious meal), and a vast range of hand-picked quality products.

Looking for a last minute gift and want something that’s practical and superior in quality? Our vast range of oils, vinegars, and other kitchen delicacies are sure to delight.

While you’re here, you may just decide that you can’t resist treating yourself and stocking your own pantry too.

We pride ourselves on our quality produce, and our excellent service includes online shopping, phone orders, and in-store advice (that's if you prefer to shop the good old-fashioned way).

There are even more great things about Bobbin Head Fruit Market including our: - Fully stocked open faced fridge full of deli goodies - Fresh flowers - Fresh, specialty breads delivered daily - Free delivery within 10kms from Turramurra

With plenty of parking and easy access, this is the ideal location for suitable practitioners wanting to start their own business.

Our new app will enable you to order online, get health and fitness tips, and post pictures! The first 20 people to download it get $10 off their next purchase. Simply show us the installed app so we can stamp the promotion through our QR OFFERS tab. Just search for Bobbin Head Fruit Market - for iPhone/iPad or Android - search Bobbin Head Fruit Market - it's FREE!

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BY LIVING LOCAL MAGAZINE Total Woman in Chatswood will have to rearrange the numerous awards on their display shelf to add the prestigious “Winner 2014 National Australian Achiever Awards“ announced recently.

to them to stay younger, healthier and fitter longer. New technologies are constantly being launched so beauty salons need to keep up to date with the current research as consumers are very conscious We spoke with Diane – Owner of Total Woman about the business's of what is available in the marketplace. There is an overload success over the years. of information from all forms of Building and nurturing strong media and the internet so it is relationships with clients comforting for clients to know is an important part of any that staff at Total Woman can business. In the beauty and explain the procedures and weight loss industry it is vital benefits in understandable terms because of the very personal to put clients at ease so they can and sensitive nature of the make informed decisions. services provided. Staff are also "It is extremely satisfying to see a very important part of the relationship in business as the amazing changes in self-esteem work environment needs to be and confidence in our clients. rewarding, fulfilling and fun.

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Inside a Princess’s Wardrobe

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For attire suitable for any princess, you need not look any further than your local shops! Our resident fashion stylist Candice McLintock (personal stylist, shopper and wardrobe consultant of Styled in Sydney) demonstrates how easy it is to emulate the look of a royal, sourced entirely from St Ives Shopping Village.

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Living LocaL recommends: Time for a stylist? candice mcLintock, a resident of st ives, specializes in personal shopping, wardrobe consultancy, personal and home styling. We recommend her because she is budget conscious and practical in her styling choices. contact: candice from Styled in Sydney on 0481 234 312

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At the Polo sussan knit jumper $79.95, sussan legging $79.95, sussan necklace $39.95, sussan scarf $39.95, Blue illusion glove $59.95, sussan sunglasses $34.95, Blue illusion boot $195.95.

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Key two: amazing brows.

Take a light brown eyebrow pencil and fill any gaps - avoid areas which already have plenty of hair. Next, take an angle brush and sweep a light brown eyeshadow (no shimmer!) across your brows to blend the real hair and the pencil.

Brow pencils and powders tend to appear darker on the brows than they look on your hand, so for best results go one shade paler than your hair to get a perfect match.

...Cindy Crawford said 'even I don't wake up looking like Cindy Crawford'

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BY ELLEN MALONE, BEAUTY EXPERT Every great beauty has her signature look- think Audrey Hepburn's brows, Marilyn Monroe's red lips or Maria Callas's liquid eyeliner. We now have a new beauty icon, one that famously did her own make up for her wedding day, spawning millions of copycat looks all over the globe. So, how does she do it?

wearing just a bb and looking like a supermodel, however, as Cindy Crawford said 'even I don't wake up looking like Cindy Crawford'.

So, pick a foundation which matches your BODY colour (not your face or neck) and apply with a brush, blending well. Follow with an illuminating concealer under the eyes, and some translucent powder to set.

FOUR KEYS TO THE Next: apply a dusty pink KINGDOM: HOW TO REblush with just a hint CREATE 'THE KATE' of shimmer along the Key one: flawless glowing cheekbones towards the skin with a pretty pink cheek. temples. You should be able Full coverage foundation is a to see the blush if you're MUST for this look. I know, I standing two metres away know, you all love the idea of from the mirror.

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Key three: neutral smoky eyes.

I know it's tempting to buy the brightest, sparkliest eyeshadow you can find but when it comes to classic beauty, neutral brown is best. First, take a chocolate brown eyeliner pencil and trace it along your lash line, top and bottom. Smudge with a small brush so there are no little gaps. Next, take the same light brown shadow you used for brows, and blend it evenly over the lid, starting with the lash line and ending a little above the crease. Blend with a little loose powder if the edges are too harsh.

Add some white eyeliner on the inner rim to brighten your eyes, curl your lashes and apply THREE coats of very black mascara.

Top tip: when you think you've applied enough mascara, add one more coat.

Key four: the perfect nude pink lip.

We all know the old adage, pick eyes or lips, not both? Wise words.

Take a brownish pink lip liner a little darker than your natural lip colour and fill your lips in, leaving a little bare patch in the middle of the lower lip. Next, take a soft nude pink lipstick (the colour of your gums is a good guide) and apply two coats with a brush, blotting between layers. Add a swipe of soft pink gloss and you're fit for royalty!

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ROYAL FACT There have been over of the British Royal Family to Australian shores.

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A Royal Australian Tour The team at Living Local Magazine were thrilled to be granted media access to follow the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge during their recent

reminder,” the Prince shared. With a nod to past and present, Australia gave the next generation of Royal Family a warm welcome, perfect weather and adoring crowds. Stealing private moments wherever possible between their jam-packed itinerary, William and Kate – with their new and adorable son Prince George their time spent in Sydney; we hope you enjoy what we felt was a refreshing Royal visit mixing both business with pleasure.

SYDNEY AIRPORT When the royals touched down in Sydney they were met by a line-up of dignitaries including Prime Minister Tony Abbott and wife Margie, the Queen’s representative in Australia, Governor-General Sir Peter Cosgrove and his wife Lynne. Kate and William were all smiles whilst Prince George was busy Kate dad.

it’s Kate’s first visit to Australia, it’s Kate’s first visit to Australia, but William has been three times but William has been three times before - as a baby (at the same before - as a baby (at the same age as George), in 2010, and it’s Kate’s first visit to Australia, age as George), in 2010, and again in 2011 (following Cyclone but William has been three times again in 2011 (following Cyclone Yasi, Queensland floods and before as a baby (at the same Yasi, Queensland floods and bushfires in Victoria). age as George), in 2010, and bushfires in Victoria). again in 2011 (following Cyclone Yasi, Queensland floods and

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the iconic Sydney Opera “There cannot a more house to beginbe our house to begin our impressive place than first visit together first visit together the to iconic Sydney Australia. ” Opera to Australia.” house to begin our first visit together to Australia.”

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AdmirAlTy AdmirAlTyhouSe houSe prince George looks delighted after prince George delighted he received a giantlooks stuffed wombatafter received a giant stuffed wombat gift he from the Governor-General Sir gift from theatGovernor-General peter Cosgrove Admiralty house. Sir peter Cosgrove at Admiralty house. prince George looks delighted after he received a giant stuffed wombat gift from the Governor-General Sir peter Cosgrove at Admiralty house.

“Wombat” was Prince William’s nickname “Wombat” was Prince William’s nickname given to him by his mother. given to him by his mother.

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marianne paynter, Chair of the “i had the honour of presenting the marianneCommittee paynter, Chair of the PAYnTeR, “i hadMARiAnne the honour of presenting the horticulture - with the Duchess with a bouquet of Australian horticulture Committee - with the duchess in the Arts & Craft pavilion Duchess bouquet of Committee Australian Chair ofwith the ahorticulture native flowers. She was delightful and Photo: Auspic inthey the Arts & Craft pavilion (theduchess same one officially opened) native flowers. She was delightful and same one they officially opened) appreciated the gift. She was interested . (the of the Marianne paynter, Paynter, Chair with the Duke and appreciated the gift. was interested “i had the honour of She presenting the .marianne and curious to know what was in the posy.” horticulture Committee with the Duchess in the Arts & Craft Pavilion.

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Kate later spoke to the small crowd and said the trip with Prince William and George had been “very special” and she would remember it with “fond and happy memories”.

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LYnne hAnnAY, mother of isabella from Bear Cottage lynne hannay, on the left with her daughter isabella who is 12 “You got a real sense of years old and suffers from a rare genetic disorder that causes compassion coming from her to have constant seizures. both Kate and William.

They are lovely people and you could tell they actually ROYAL FACT wanted to be at The Royal Family plays an Bear Cottage.” important role in supporting

MARGie ABBOTT, Prime Minister’s wife

and encouraging the public and charity sectors. About 3,000 organisations list a member of the Royal Family as patron or president.

“it was such an honour to be able to join William and C Katherine at various events in Sydney. Whether it was visiting wonderful Bear Cottage, Manly Beach or the easter Sunday Service at St James. The Duke and Duchess were interested, open and warm with everyone they met. Both were clearly enjoying the opportunity to show our beautiful country to baby George,”

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i approach the Media Meeting point asas i approach the Media Meeting point atat Manly Beach i can feel the intensity rising.

Manly Beach i can feel the intensity rising. police control the excitable crowd police trytry toto control the excitable crowd asas we – two hundred members of the media we – two hundred members of the media – are escorted our area.

– are escorted toto our area.

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a contest get the best spot. i place well, it’sit’s a contest toto get the best spot. i place well, next to the channel Ten cameraman, along next to the channel Ten cameraman, along with reporters, journalists and many with UKUK reporters, journalists and many photographers who want “The shot” photographers who want “The shot”. .

The royals arrive. excitement a maximum; The royals arrive. excitement is is atat a maximum; my camera clicks continuously.

Kate charms the my camera clicks continuously. Kate charms the crowd as she walks to the sand with Tony abbott, crowd as she walks to the sand with Tony abbott, Mike Baird and the Duke leading the way.

Mike Baird and the Duke leading the way.

Down the beach, the royal couple seem Down onon the beach, the royal couple seem to thoroughly enjoy the activities and engage to thoroughly enjoy the activities and engage well with the sydneysiders.

The media aren’t well with the sydneysiders.

The media aren’t getting much attention (unfortunately!) with getting much attention (unfortunately!) with the royals mostly having their backs to us. the royals mostly having their backs to us. some media yell out them turn around, some media yell out forfor them toto turn around, but the royals have their priorities right and but the royals have their priorities right and are focussed on chatting with the locals. are focussed on chatting with the locals.

Manly Beach looks fabulous and i can’t help Manly Beach looks fabulous and i can’t help but think Kate and William would love to but think Kate and William would love to dive into the sea.

The royals depart and dive into the sea.

The royals depart and the intensity declines to a calm buzz, i keep the intensity declines to a calm buzz, i keep running over the events in my head – it was running over the events in my head – it was sooooo much fun! sooooo much fun!

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President Surf Life Saving nSW President ofof Surf Life Saving nSW “Surf Lifesavers internationally “Surf Lifesavers areare internationally - -recognised Australian icons, but this recognised Australian icons, but this event took our exposure to a whole new event took our exposure to a whole new level and the kids had an absolute ball. level and the kids had an absolute ball.” ”

100,000 letters 100,000 letters areare received and received and answered each year answered each year by the Royal Family. by the Royal Family.

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“My wife, Laurel and i met The Duke and “My wife, Laurel and i met The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge because i am the Senior Duchess of Cambridge because i am the Senior Minister Australia’s oldest Parish Philip’s Minister ofof Australia’s oldest Parish (St(St Philip’s Church hill) and have the Bible and the Church hill) and wewe have the Bible and the Prayer Book of Rev Richard Johnson, the first Prayer Book of Rev Richard Johnson, the first minister in Australia.

Johnson brought these minister in Australia. Johnson brought these books the First Fleet and they have been books onon the First Fleet and they have been signed by various Royalty for the last 90 years. signed by various Royalty for the last 90 years.

The Duke and Duchess were very down earth The Duke and Duchess were very down toto earth and genuinely inquisitive.

They were surprised and genuinely inquisitive. They were surprised see many family’s signatures: toto see soso many ofof hishis family’s signatures: hishis parents and grandparents and great grandparents parents and grandparents and great grandparents signatures.

Kate pointed out the signatures signatures.

Kate pointed out the signatures ofof Albert (George Vi) and edward (edward Viii, Albert (George Vi) and edward (edward Viii, who abdicated marry Mrs Simpson).

They who abdicated toto marry Mrs Simpson).

They wanted to know about the ink blots from the wanted to know about the ink blots from the pens of the first Christian marriages in Australia. pens of the first Christian marriages in Australia. i let them know that i followed their wedding i let them know that i followed their wedding service reading along with Richard Johnson’s service byby reading along with Richard Johnson’s Prayer Book.

They were impressed that the book Prayer Book. They were impressed that the book was in ‘good nick’ .

They are quite relaxed and was in ‘good nick’. They are quite relaxed and chatty people! i also gave them essay chatty people! i also gave them anan essay onon what motivated Richard Johnson come what motivated Richard Johnson toto come toto Australia: that the souls of convicts are precious Australia: that the souls of convicts are precious God’s sight. in in God’s sight. ” ”

rev Justin moffatt, left, rev Justin moffatt, onon thethe left, with duke and duchess with thethe duke and duchess and The Archbishop Sydney and The Archbishop of of Sydney

Living Local Magazine asked Rev. Justin Moffatt: Living Local Magazine asked Rev. Justin Moffatt: Why is there such a draw in society to the royals Why is there such a draw in society to the royals oror people of significance? people of significance?

“I guess there are two answers this question “I guess there are two answers toto this question …… [first] we like the romance of royalty: the wealth, the [first] we like the romance of royalty: the wealth, the clothing, the history and the fame attached to this clothing, the history and the fame attached to this couple.

But there [also] a deeper answer that couple.

But there is is [also] a deeper answer that is is drawn from Christian faith.

The royal couple came drawn from Christian faith. The royal couple came church representatives earthly kingdom toto church asas representatives ofof anan earthly kingdom yet we stood together under one roof worshiping yet we stood together under one roof worshiping King Jesus ruler the Heavenly kingdom.

I think King Jesus ruler ofof the Heavenly kingdom.

I think wewe see echoes of that kind of honour and excitement… see echoes of that kind of honour and excitement… inin way treat Duke and Duchess Cambridge. thethe way wewe treat thethe Duke and Duchess ofof Cambridge. ” ” Rev. JuSTIn MoFFAT, St Philips Church Hill Rev. JuSTIn MoFFAT, St Philips Church Hill

ROYAL FACT 2,000 official engagements are carried out by the Royal Family each year in the uK and overseas.

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George, with a little help from mum and dad, did the honours by unveiling a plaque emorating the dedication of the Prince George Bilby Exhibit.

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British-born keeper of Australian fauna Paul Davies invited the Royals to allow their son to touch a Bilby. Kate, keeping a wary eye on her exuberant son, replied “no, he will have one ear less.’’

Zoo, while officially opening the zoo’s new Bilby exhibit named in honour of their son, Prince George.

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The Royal couple also received a demonstration of Taronga’s new Wildlife Witness app, developed in partnership with TRAFFiC, which enables users to report illegal wildlife trade using their smartphones. See our app review on page 10.

“They were very friendly. i think they enjoyed their experience and i definitely enjoyed meeting them. More than anything else, it was a wonderful chance to show the amazing diversity of wildlife we have here in Australia.”

While Prince George returned to the care of his nanny, Maria; William and Kate went on to take in the sights of the zoo. They were captivated by the bird show, which included iconic Australian birds and mammals such as koalas, echidnas and quokkas, and the show also featured harry the brolga - “he’s the red head,’’ the MC said, drawing a chuckle from William at the expense of his younger brother.

When it was time to finally leave, the royal tourists left to a standing ovation from the delighted audience.

When Kate was introduced to Leuca, the koala, she reached out gingerly to stroke the animal’s grey fur.

“This is the moment everyone has been waiting for,’’ her husband said.

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2014 HORNSBY KU-RING-GAI YOUTH 2014 HORNSBY KU-RING-GAI YOUTH FORUM HIGHLIGHTED STUDENTS’ FORUM HIGHLIGHTED STUDENTS’ MENTAL HEALTH ISSUES MENTAL ISSUES The 2014HEALTH Hornsby Ku-ring-gai Youth Forum recently

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BENDIGO BANK LAUNCHES A ‘BIGGER BENDIGO THAN A BANK BANK’LAUNCHES CAMPAIGNA ‘BIGGER THAN A BANK’ CAMPAIGN Turramurra and Lindfield Community Bank® Branches

® Turramurra andBendigo LindfieldBank Community Bankof Branches have joined in the launch a new have joinedadvertising Bendigo Bank in the launch of abanner new ‘Bigger national campaign under the national under thecampaign banner ‘Bigger than aadvertising bank’. Thecampaign centrepiece of this is than a bank’.

The centrepiece campaign is Bendigo Bank’s sponsorshipofofthis Masterchef Australia Bendigo Bank’s sponsorship 2014 on the Ten Network. of Masterchef Australia 2014 on the Ten Network.

The new campaign is designed to pose the question,

The“What new campaign is designed to posethan the aquestion, do they mean they’re bigger bank?”

“What do they mean they’re than athat’s bank?”

To begin with, we’re part ofbigger a network much bigger

Theconducted 2014 Hornsby Ku-ring-gai Youth Forum at Knox Grammar School wasrecently the biggest conducted the biggest forum ofat itsKnox type Grammar to be heldSchool on the was North Shore with forum its type and to be50 held on the from North28 Shore with 370ofstudents teachers schools 370 students and 50 teachers from participating in the event. The aim28 of schools the forum was participating in the event.

The aim of the forumofwas to give participants a better understanding mental to give participants better of mental like health issues anda to helpunderstanding de-stigmatise conditions health issues and to help de-stigmatise conditions like Depression, Bi-polar Disorder and Anxiety.

Depression, Disorder and Anxiety.

The 2014Bi-polar forum brought together a panel of industry

To than beginpeople with, we’re of –a Bendigo network that’s much bigger mightpart think has more than 500 ® than people might think300 – Bendigo has more 500 branches (including Community Bankthan Branches). branches (including 300 Branches).

But bigger can refer to Community actions, too. Bank When® we refer to Butourselves bigger can actions, too.aWhen to asrefer beingto‘Bigger than bank’,we werefer are talking ourselves as outcomes being ‘Bigger a bank’, we are talking about the we than create that people don’t expect about outcomes we create that people don’t expect fromthe a bank”. from bank”.

Thea Turramurra and Lindfield Community Bank®

Thethat students also took Officer part in Stephanie a one hourMurray Q&A panel included Police and that included PoliceDavid Officer Stephanie Murray KYDS Manager Citer where they wereand able to KYDS where they They were also able had to the askManager questionsDavid aboutCiter mental health. askopportunity questions about mental health.

They also had the not to brainstorm strategies that they could opportunity to brainstorm they could only use themselves butstrategies that they that could take backnot to only useschools themselves butand thatsupport they could backsuffering to their to help theirtake friends their schools to helpand andAnxiety. support their friends suffering from Depression from and Anxiety.

“It Depression is hoped that this annual forum will create more

Chairman of Ku-ring-gai Financial Limited, David Langdon said, “In the 10Services years since we opened David said, “In the 10 Bank years®since we opened our Langdon Turramurra Community Branch, we have ourre-invested Turramurramore Community Bank® Branch, we haveprofits than $800,000 of our banking re-invested than $800,000 ofsponsorships. our banking profits into localmore community grants and These intoare local community and sponsorships.

These outcomes that grants our customers create for the whole arecommunity outcomes that ourbycustomers for with the whole simply doing theircreate banking us”. community simply by doing their bankingassociate with us”.

“Rightly or wrongly, people frequently

Theprofessionals 2014 forum along brought together a panel of industry with local MPs and mental health professionals along O’Brien with local MPs andto mental health advocate Bronte who spoke the students advocate Bronte O’Brien who spoke to the students about her battle with Bi-Polar Disorder. about her battle with Bi-Polar Disorder.

The students also took part in a one hour Q&A panel

TheBranches Turramurra and Lindfield Bank® of Bendigo Bank Community continually demonstrate Branches of Bendigo Bankthan continually the meaning of ‘Bigger a bank’demonstrate through the thefinancial meaningand of ‘Bigger than a bank’ through other support that we providethe to the local financial and other support that we provide to the local community. community.

Chairman of Ku-ring-gai Financial Services Limited,

“Rightly wrongly, people frequently associate banksorwith focusing on themselves.

We take a very banks with focusing on themselves.

We take a very different approach.

We understand that banks exist “It support is hopedfor that this annual forum willfrom create moreillness young people suffering mental approach.

We understand exist to improve peole’s lives – that youthat canbanks only run a support younginpeople suffering from illnesswe different withinfor schools Northern Sydney.

As mental a community to improve peole’s lives if– that you can only run a successful business within schools in Northern As a community we need to do whatever we Sydney. can to destigmatise mental successful business if our customers succeed need to do said whatever canManager to destigmatise mental illness,” Davidwe Citer, Ku-ring-gai Youth our customers succeed and our community is a illness,” said David Citer,(KYDS).

Manager Ku-ring-gai Youth Development Service andbetter our community is a of place because Development Service (KYDS). ® The Turramurra and Lindfield Community Bank Branches better place because of what we do”.

Thewere Turramurra Lindfield Community Bank® day.

Branches proud toand be sponsors of this inspirational what we do”. were proud to be sponsors of this inspirational day. www.livinglocalguide.com.au

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COMMUNITYNews STAFF GRANTS – GIVING BACK TO THE COMMUNITY

By Denice Kelly, Senior Branch Manager

Another very inspiring ‘Staff Grants’ evening was held at Turramurra Community Bank® Branch on 10 April 2014. This is the fourth time that each of our staff members has nominated a local community group to receive a small grant to be invested in a community project.

Since the ‘Staff Grants’ program commenced, our branch staff have assisted more than 20 local community groups in this way.

Cheques were presented at the branch to the well deserving recipients. Michele Ferris chose Lynch Syndrome Australia, Karen Chivas the West Pymble Banksia Guides, Jodie Chilvers the NSW Justices Association, Sharon Franke the Duke of Edinburgh Program at Turramurra High School, Gabi Phipps the St Ives Rugby Club New Zealand Tour, Vikki Atkins the Lantern Club and Diana Smith the 2nd Turramurra Scout Group.

Giving back to the community is a fundamental part of our Community Bank® Branches’ philosophy and we are passionate about building relationships with our customers. The Staff Grants presentation nights are always very special and it is an honour to be able to recognise the wonderful work that these groups are carrying out in our community.

To find out more about our Community Bank Staff Grants program or if you would like to attend one of our presentation evenings, please contact Denice Kelly at Turramurra Branch on 9488 9496 or Warren Dwyer at Lindfield Branch on 0434 730 976. ®

Turramurra Community Bank® Branch staff with their grants recipients.

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JB’S HAIR DESIGN After more than three decades in the hairdressing industry, Jo Nicol of JB’s Hair Design is still passionate about her craft. The staff at Jo’s salon is made up of a creative team of progressive stylists and colourists who like to take their time with their consultations and who are intuitive and attentive to their customers’ needs.

Jo’s passion for customer service is something that she shares with the staff at Turramurra Community Bank® Branch.

Jo has been banking at the Turramurra Community Bank® Branch for more than seven years. She was initially attracted by the range of banking products that they offered as well as their reputation for providing exceptional personal service. “I couldn’t be happier with Denice Kelly and her team and the service that they provide is second to none. They all know me and are familiar with my business and nothing is ever too much trouble”.

Jo and her husband Greg, a local architectural design draftsman with GWN Drafting, both have their personal and business accounts with Turramurra Community Bank® Branch and have invested in a number of the branch’s insurance products as well. Both their adult sons also have their business and personal accounts at the branch.

Giving back to their local community is also a passion that Jo and Greg have in common with the Turramurra Community Bank® Branch.

Greg has been involved for a number of years working in a voluntary capacity at Kissing Point Football and Sports Club. Jo and Greg are also volunteer members of the “Beautify Turramurra” committee, a working group that has recently been established to identify ways to enhance the local environment and create events to bring more life to the Turramurra town centre.

JB’s Hair Design, Shop 3, 5-7 Rohini Street, Turramurra jbshairdesign.com.au Phone: 9440 8405

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COMMUNITYNews AUSTRALIAN REAL ESTATE TRENDS

By Warren Dwyer, Branch Manager, Lindfield Community Bank® Branch of Bendigo Bank

With the median house prices increasing, now is a great time if you are a first home buyer to consider purchasing your first home. With interest rates at historical lows it is also a great time for existing mortgage holders to review and restructure their loans to take advantage of the low interest rate environment.

The latest edition of the Bendigo Bank/REIA Real Estate Market Facts Report (March 2014) reveals some interesting trends around Australia that should prove useful for people seeking suitable residential or investment properties across several price points.

The Australian weighted average median house price is now $598,044 or 5.7 per cent higher compared with the September quarter 2013. This is a 13.1 per cent increase for the year.

The December quarter was a standout in terms of capital city price growth. Sydney had the highest median house price across the capital cities at $763,000, an increase of 15.1 per cent over the year when compared to December 2012 or 6 per cent for the quarter.

If you are interested in either restructuring, refinancing or using the untapped equity in your property to build wealth then please give us a call to find out how we can tailor a home loan package for you.

Please contact Warren Dwyer at Lindfield on 0434 730 976 or Denice Kelly at Turramurra on 9488 9496.

BABYDONKIE.COM.AU – CLOTHING, ACCESSORIES AND DÉCOR BabyDonkie.com.au is an online store offering a collection of hand-picked children’s items from boutiques, organic products, handmade labels and new Australian designers started by local Lindfield resident Dong-Maria Le. Her website offers a unique range of beautiful products including charming and affordable clothing, accessories, . toys and décor for babies and kids.

Baby Donkie took a few years to get off the ground. Dong-Maria started the business when she was on maternity leave with her first child when she sold a few things on ebay. It then blossomed and grew to the gorgeous website it is today whilst she was on maternity leave with her second son.

Dong-Maria opened accounts for her online business at the Lindfield Community Bank® Branch about a year ago. She chose to bank with them because they were smaller and she thought that they would be able to spend more time with her and provide her with a more personalised service.

She received step-by-step help through the process of setting up her merchant banking and credit card facilities for her website.

SAVE TIME COUNTING YOUR COINS AND LET OUR MACHINES DO IT FOR YOU. Our Turramurra and Lindfield Community Bank® Branches both have high speed, self-service coin counting machines that are capable of counting 2,200 coins per minute or 38 coins per second. You simply pour your coins in and the machine counts them and issues you with a receipt to present to one of our Branch staff to be credited to your account. It’s as easy as that!

“I like doing my banking with Lindfield Community Bank® Branch because the service has been fantastic and was just what I was looking for. As I live locally, it is also easy to pop-in to the Branch or to give them a call if I need anything”.

Please visit the Baby Donkie online store at babydonkie.com.au www.livinglocalguide.com.au

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STOP PRESS! Quentin Romot-Smith – 2014 UN Youth delegate

Michael McEwen Fundraiser Golf Day and Dinner

Quentin Romot-Smith, a Year 12 student from Knox College, was selected from over 2,000 students to be a member of the 2014 UN Youth Australia’s Australian Schools delegation at The Hague International Model United Nations.

Avondale Golf Club is hosting a golf day and dinner on Wednesday 25 June 2014 to assist coward punch victim, Michael McEwen. Michael was the victim of an unprovoked and violent assault in Bondi, in December 2013. Thankfully he was one of the lucky ones and he survived. You are invited to attend the golf day and/ or the dinner to support Michael’s remarkable ongoing recovery and to give thanks to all involved. All proceeds from the day will go to Michael McEwen, St Vincent’s Hospital Intensive Care Unit and Wake Up (a not-for-profit foundation, set up by Michael’s sister Claudia).

For more information please contact Miranda Shoppee at Avondale Golf Club via email to miranda@avondalegolfclub.com.au or call her on 9449 6455.

As part of his experience, Quentin visited 9 cities in 7 countries throughout Europe as well as visiting organisations such as the UN, CD and EU. At the conference itself, he had to apply his knowledge and debating skills in representing a country which in his case was China.

Turramurra Community Bank® Branch was proud to sponsor Quentin for this trip of a lifetime.

Quentin himself has a student account at the Turramurrra branch and his mother is also a customer.

UPCOMING EVENTS Wednesday 25 June Michael McEwen Golf Day and Dinner at Avondale Golf Club Pymble.

Friday 4 July 2014 Ku-ring-gai Community Bank Bowling Clubs’ Tournament to be held at Roseville Bowls Club Sunday 10 August Bradfield Comedy Debate to be held at Ravenswood. Peter Fitzsimons will be a speaker and all proceeds will go to the Hornsby Women’s Shelter.

Saturday 23 August at 7.30pm & Sunday 24 August at 2.30pm - Ku-ring-gai Philharmonic Orchestra ‘To the Heavens’to be held at Ravenswood. For more information visit kpo.org.au Saturday 13 September Trish MS Research Foundation, The Trish Ball ‘Kiss Goodbye to MS’ to be held at the Hilton Sydney. For more information visit trishmsresearch.org.au or phone Carol Langsford on 0410 410 491.

Ku-ring-gai Financial Services Limited 1273 Pacific Highway, Turramurra NSW 2074 ABN: 56 103 129 184 Chairman: David Langdon Directors: Dina Coppel, Nirmal Hansra, Ian Langford-Brown, Peter Millard, David Pegley, Roman Tarnawsky, Linda McDonald, Chris Williamson.

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Insights from Mayor of Ku-ring-gai at Ku-ring-gai Business Forum Dinner Cr Jennifer Anderson, Mayor of Ku-ring-gai, delivered an informative speech that gave an insight into the future directions for Ku-ring-gai to 80 guests at Ku-ring-gai Business Forum dinner held on 30 April at Roseville Golf Club.

During her speech, the Mayor spoke of some of the challenges currently facing the Ku-ring-gai area. These include increasing population pressures, a $165 million infrastructure backlog, continuing demand for sporting facilities and the additional needs of an ageing population. She also expanded on the strategies and investments needed to meet these challenges.

The Ku-ring-gai Business Forum is an initiative of the Turramurra and Lindfield Community Bank® Branches to promote and develop opportunities for local business people to talk with one another and foster good relations within our community.

Turramurra Community Bank® Branch 1273 Pacific Highway Turramurra NSW 2074 Phone: 9488 9496 turramurracommunitybank.com.au Lindfield Community Bank® Branch 318 Pacific Highway Lindfield NSW 2070 Phone: 9416 6337 lindfieldcommunitybank.com.au Opening hours Monday to Friday 9am - 5pm Saturday mornings 9am - 12 noon

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We’re ready to tailor a home loan package for you!

The Turramurra and Lindfield Community Bank® branches are doing deals on home loan packages, which adds up to interest rate discounts, reduced fees and added flexibility for you.

Drop into your nearest Community Bank® branch: 1273 Pacific Highway, Turramurra, phone 9488 9496 318 Pacific Highway, Lindfield, phone 9416 6337 All loans are subject to Bendigo Bank’s normal lending criteria. Fees, charges, terms and conditions apply.

Bendigo and Adelaide Bank Limited ABN 11 068 049 178, AFSL/Australian Credit Licence 237879. (S42313) (10/12)

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EDUCATIONNews

Dive in to swimming at Knox Grammar Aquatic Centre

Knox Grammar Aquatic Centre’s programs are thriving, with more than 2 000 learn to swim swimmers and 400 squad swimmers and many community groups and schools visiting the centre each week.

Knox offers a wide range of quality aquatic programs which are open to the public including learn to swim classes for six month old to school-age children.

Junior and adult squads and aqua aerobics classes are also held throughout the week, with the pool and gym also open to the public for fitness. Intensive school holiday classes are also available along with one-on-one classes.

"Our aquatic centre is worldclass," said Knox Aquatic Centre Manager John Bladon. "It has a heated 50 metre pool and a learn to swim pool."

The classes are run by experienced instructors and coaches who provide expert guidance.

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swimmer," said John.

A 'pass to fitness' is available for purchase which allows access to the swimming pool, weights room and squash and tennis courts and exclusive on-site parking is available for aquatic centre customers.

Knox Grammar Aquatic Centre is located at 7 Woodville Ave, Wahroonga. For more information, visit www.knox.nsw.edu.au/aquatics or call 9487 0126.

Pymble Ladies’ College

awareness of social justice and actively engage in community service activities and support charities throughout the year.

Our five core values of care, courage, integrity, respect and responsibility encapsulate the spirit of the College and underpin the ethos of the community service program.

The College’s Pastoral Care program is designed to recognise the unique qualities of every student and aims to provide each girl with the specific academic and personal care she requires at the various stages of her school life.

Barker Students' Achievements Recognised by Governor

Pymble Ladies’ College provides a happy, safe and nurturing environment offering more opportunities to pursue a balanced education encompassing life skills, personal development, physical wellbeing, creative fulfilment and academic excellence.

Situated on 20 hectares of beautiful park-like grounds on Sydney’s upper North Shore, Pymble is a non-selective, independent school for girls from Kindergarten to Year 12, with boarding available from Year 7.

Students are instilled with an

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Two former Barker students were awarded their Gold Duke of Edinburgh Awards by NSW Governor, Professor Marie Bashir, at a recent ceremony in Sydney.

Katrina Blackett and Justin Dingley, who completed their studies last year at Barker, were recognised with other Gold Award recipients, for their hard work, determination and perseverance. www.livinglocalguide.com.au

learn to swim at knox

Lessons for boys and girls from six months  www.knox.nsw.edu.au/swim  9487 0126

EDUCATIONNews Both recipients enjoyed the same "Barker Dukes" expedition experiences and were some of the first students to complete both a practice hike on the Larapinta Trail in Central Australia, and a qualifying hike in the rugged Budawang Ranges.

Justin Dingley completed youth mission work for his voluntary service and travelled to Vietnam for his residential project. Students are required to undertake a shared activity in a residential setting away from home for 5 days and 4 nights for their residential project component of the Award.

Katrina Blackett enjoyed her volunteering component, working with the younger Barker students in after school care for 12 months. She also competed at the highest level in athletics and travelled to Lizard Island to complete her residential program.

Contemporary Australian illustrators to exhibit in Drawn Wahroongato Word Contemporary Australian illustrators 2 to 28 June 2014

of illustrators’ works called Drawn to Word. Held at the Grace Cossington Smith Gallery in Wahroonga, the exhibition will feature work from some of Australia’s most popular illustrators including Sara Acton, Freya Blackwood, Sarah Davis, Rocco Fazzari, Kim Gamble, Cathy Wilcox and Gus Gordon.

The exhibition is in keeping with the Grace Cossington Smith Gallery’s ethos to enrich students’ and the wider community’s appreciation of art through visual learning, as well as celebrating Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander art. This year Bronwyn Bancroft, who is a descendent of the Bundjalung nation, will be exhibiting her work at Drawn to Word. A renowned Australian artist and designer, Bronwyn Bancroft’s works have been collected and exhibited by museums and galleries worldwide.

The exhibition is open from the 2nd to 28th of June and the Gallery opening hours are Monday to Saturday, 10am to 5pm. Entry is free.

What are you doing?

It’s the first question we ask when we wake up to ourselves.

It doesn’t have to be asked in exasperation. The best way to ask it is with love, because then it’s a life-changer. It lets us step back, mindfully aware of where we are, who we are and where we’re going. And then we can step forward with purpose, alive to the possibilities.

Real philosophy begins with a heart-felt question like this and then it carries on by giving you the means to teach yourself. The School of Practical Philosophy runs an 11-week course on Practical Philosophy and Mindfulness which gives you a chance to re-ask the sorts of questions we’ve all asked at some time or another.

Who am I? What does it mean to be mindful? What is it to be wise?

The mindfulness of Practical Philosophy simplifies life: bringing clarity, understanding and decisiveness to our thoughts and actions.

Term 3 commences Monday 15th September. Further details please visit www.practicalphilsophy.org. au or call 9489 4333

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Gus Gordon Badger and plastic bag, 2013

This year the biennial Literary Festival held at Abbotsleigh will Monday to Saturday 10 am-5 pm coincide with a special exhibition Gate 7, 1666 Pacific Highway, Wahroonga www.gcsgallery.com.au

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Courses from 15th September 2014 Fees*: Adult $280, Concessions $225, Student $70 Sydney CBD: Hyde Park Towers, 148 Elizabeth Street.

Manly: Manly Seniors Centre, 275 Pittwater Road.

The only course to take in life Practical Philosophy and Mindfulness

Wahroonga: Mahratta, 25 Fox Valley Rd Also at Newcastle, Canberra, Northern Rivers (Lismore)

Philosophy was originally meant to change your life. Somewhere along the way, practical philosophy got hijacked by theoretical philosophy. It’s time to take it back. This eleven-week course draws on those philosophic ideas of East and West which have always led to mindful presence and effective action in work, study and every aspect of daily life. It’s a course for thoughtful men and women seeking to understand the nature of existence and the world in which we live. It explores the meaning of wisdom, truth, consciousness and the power of love. It is for all, regardless of education, occupation, age, race, political or religious beliefs. * Prices applicable for an 11 Week Course starting week of 15 th September 2014.

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It gives you the tools to become more mindful, more connected and more alive.

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Give your daughter a fresh start at Abbotsleigh Our Senior College is a rich, challenging and secure learning environment which helps each girl reach her full potential We’d love to show you around our Senior School Friday 25 July 10 am Friday 5 September 10 am Please contact Colleen Fenn on 02 9473 7744 or email registrar@abbotsleigh.nsw.edu.au An Anglican Pre K–12 Day and Boarding School for Girls www.abbotsleigh.nsw.edu.au

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Contemporary Australian illustrators 2 to 28 June 2014

Gus Gordon Badger and plastic bag, 2013

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EDUCATIONNews With the gloom about rising costs and declining benefits let’s consider 'happiness.'

Montessori - Prince Harry

them to activities presenting new challenges and discoveries. The child can learn without pressure and competition, developing a love of learning that lasts forever.

Perhaps your child will never be a Prince or Princess, but they can have the type of education that royals have! I invite you to find out more at our website www. northsidemontessori.nsw.edu.au

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Raindrops on roses and whiskers on kittens… Worked for Julie Andrews. For me: boats, beaches and barbeques. When I ask parents what they most want for their son at The King’s School, it’s for him to be happy.

If a child is unhappy, have a chat with them. If you are struggling, try giving this advice:

• Take control. Set yourself realistic recent visit by the UK Royals it goals and go for them. is great timing to illustrate that • Eat right. Practice good hygiene. Montessori isn’t a wild, wacky method of education. Prince Sleep well and exercise.

• Even if you don’t feel fantastic, act it. Often it becomes real. Have a straight back, quick smile, and warm comment of appreciation.

• Be optimistic. Bad things usually pass and pain generally lessens.

Try not to overreact. Shut down negative thoughts. Put your problems into perspective.

• Spend time with positive people.

• Focus on what you are good at.

To be reminded of your strengths can be very encouraging.

• Take the initiative. Go for a jog.

Look at the garden. Put on some music, process the day and think of ways to improve for tomorrow.

• Take expert advice. If unhappiness persists, see a doctor. Help is always available.

Remember, life is a roller-coaster of highs and lows. The lows are tough, but they help us appreciate the highs.

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William, Prince Harry and plenty of people have attended Montessori schools…and they turn out just fine!

Listed amongst the many creative, innovative, talented and successful Montessorians are Larry Page and Sergey Brin (the co-founders of Google); Peter Drucker (Management guru); George Clooney and Helen Hunt (famous actors); Jimmy Wales (founder of Wikipedia); and Anne Frank (WW2 Diarist).

A Montessori education provides children with a foundation for life-long learning. Its success stems from an integration of development, learning curriculum and teaching research.

At Northside we work with your child’s natural drive to grow and learn. Individualised and independent learning occurs with a choice of activities, peer-learning, and hands-on experiences. Children select work that captures their interest whilst their teacher introduces

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Jessica Egan, Year 10, placed third in the U15 First Aid category at the National Surf Life Saving Championships (the ‘Aussies’) held in Perth this year.

Jessica has achieved a great deal in what is only her second year of competition. During her first year, Jessica and her partner placed 2nd at the Branch Championships, 3rd at the State Championships and 5th at the 'Aussies'. This year, Jessica is very pleased with the improvements she has made, and she and her partner were placed 2nd at the Branch Championships, 1st at the State Championships and 3rd at the 'Aussies'.

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The Senior Years, culminating in The culminating in the Senior HSC, areYears, all about positioning the HSC, are all about positioning you to be on track to achieve your you to be onbeyond track toschool. achieve your ambitions

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As an independent and ambitious As an independent ambitious young woman, youand want to study the young woman, youtowant to studylevels the subjects you love the highest subjects you love to the highest levels in an enriched learning environment ininan enriched learning environment purpose-built facilities.

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Roseville College is non-selective and Roseville is non-selective and personal.College For more than 105 years, personal.

For more than 105 years, we’ve empowered young women, like we’ve empowered you, towards their young best. women, like you, towards their best.

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Discover the Roseville difference Discover the Roseville difference by contacting our Registrar to book by contacting our Registrar to a personalised tour, tailored tobook your ainterests, personalised tour,1109 tailored toemailing your on 9884 or by interests, on 9884 1109 or by emailing registrar@roseville.nsw.edu.au. registrar@roseville.nsw.edu.au.

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EDUCATIONNews 'Nippers' at the age of five.

She discovered her enjoyment of learning first aid while completing the Surf Rescue Certificate (SRC).

'First Aid is quite different to the rest of the surf life saving events because you are given a scenario with injured patients and you have a time limit in which to treat them’.

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Elizabeth Bence is a Master Couturier, classically trained at the world renowned "ESMOD" and "Ecole Chambre Syndicale De La Couture Parisienne" Fashion Schools in Paris, France.

Elizabeth Bence has experienced every facet of the fashion business from design to styling and retail, including representing iconic fashion labels: Yves Saint Laurent, Givenchy and Valentino.

For over 16 years, she has been the Director/Principal at the Elizabeth Bence School of Fashion in Sydney.

University Pathway

Aspire Institute has become a leading pathway institution, partnering with distinguished Australian universities and colleges.

Elizabeth Bence continues to inspire and instruct students offering teaching through small and intimate classes.

We offer a range of pathway programs, articulating upon successful completion into the SECOND YEAR of a bachelor degree at university.

Please contact Elizabeth on 02 9498 4255 or 0412 990 693.

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Our children LOVE coming to school EVERY day... ...come and see why.

The real test of an education is if children can adapt to the next phase of their life and be happy in themselves and their abilities.

This is our goal at Northside Montessori School.

Our graduates tell us of their ability to accept challenges, take ownership of their learning, mix with diverse groups and have realistic knowledge of their strengths and weaknesses. We want our students to have wings to fly - to find their passions in life and have the courage to pursue them.

Our education allows that to happen.

We offer an educational program for children aged 18 months to 12 years - “giving children wings to fly”

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LIVING LOCAL MAGAZINE networking event

BY SUE HANDISIDES Recently Living Local Magazine hosted a Networking Breakfast in Gordon. It was a great opportunity to meet other local business owners from various business sectors; some who would have never connected otherwise. We welcomed Manar from Sundweesh Catering, Matt and Trystan from Outdoor Establishments and Mark from Markson Financial planning just to name a few.

Our guest speaker was Herbert J. Field who shared some tips on Marketing and Advertising for small business and was appreciated by those who attended. Special thanks to the North Shore Corporate Centre for providing the venue and Bakerie@ for providing the delicious pastries.

Our next Business Networking Event will be held on Wednesday 17 September from 8am at the North Shore Corporate Centre – A light Breakfast is provided and we would love to meet you and hear about your local business. We welcome you to contact us for further details.

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Foster a love of learning for your daughter at Pymble Pymble offers a world class learning environment that provides opportunities for excellence in academic studies, sport and the arts, a comprehensive curriculum with outstanding facilities and a nurturing pastoral care program that recognises each girl’s unique strengths and qualities.

We invite you to explore the opportunities on offer at Pymble by attending one of our Open Events where you can enjoy a tour of

the College and meet the Principal, Heads of School and senior academic staff.

Secondary School Open Evening Wednesday 13 August 2014 Preparatory School and Junior School Open Morning – Tuesday 19 August 2014 Weekly tours are also conducted during term.

For more information please phone 9855 7799 or visit www.pymblelc.nsw.edu.au Scan for a College Tour

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more than A PAIN IN THE NECK!

BY KRYSTYNA ZAWADZKA, SOMATHERAPY, GORDON

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Chronic neck pain caused by old injury or postural dysfunction can be a trigger of severe and even debilitating pain in the head, face, shoulders.

It can cause impairment of normal neurological functions, circulation including lymphatic flow, sinus congestion, ear pain, dizziness, tinnitus, blurred or double vision, paraesthesia in the face, migraine or tension headaches, restrictions in cervical motions.

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OVERLAPPING PAIN REFERRAL PATTERNS FROM NECK MUSCLES: MIGRAINE, HEADACHES The diagrams shown may help you to understand some of the most common chronic pain patterns: referred pain (red) and location of its source - where the pain is coming from (blue).

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Referred Pain Suboccipital Muscles

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Podiatrist Wendy Dixon will be in the athlete’s Foot St Ives every thursday night between 6.00pm and 8.00pm.

She will provide free podiatry advice for all ages.

Please phone 02 9440-5614 to book your in-store appointment to see Wendy

Your classes, our space Attention: Instructors, therapists & other allied health professionals Pilates International Pymble is expanding and exciting new opportunities are available for passionate health and wellbeing professionals in our beautiful 300sqm open studio.

You can now lease this space to host regular sessions with your existing clients or run workshops and classes. A private treatment room is also available. Take advantage of easy access, ample parking and increased exposure in this vibrant local environment.

Need a venue for a staff or industry workshop? Casual bookings are available.

Please direct all enquiries to anne-maree@pilatesint.com or 0438 691 013. www.pilatesitc.edu.au

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1 in 5 of us suffers from chronic pain. But breakthroughs in international medical research are bringing hope for a pain-free and drug-free future.

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WHAT IS SOMATHERAPY? Krystyna of Somatherapy has extensive professional training and experience in the treatment of many forms of myofascial pain and dysfunction.

She is a certified practitioner in the clinical application of the Frequency Specific Microcurrent Therapy (FSM), with a Diploma in Myofascial Release Therapy, and Government accreditation in Tactile Therapies (highest level).

Traditional approaches to chronic pain are not always effective.

Krystyna provides therapy with a difference, changing what is possible in pain management.

She offers highly specialised, non-invasive and painless manual therapy, in combination with the latest advances in FSM Therapy.

FSM Therapy represents a significant improvement in rapid pain control and injury repair stimulation. It uses currents in the micro ampere range, 1000 times less than TENS and below sensation threshold.

It is an exciting new way of treating nerve pain and muscle soreness. New injuries heal in

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record time. It has been shown that FSM may reduce tissue inflammation by 62% in four minutes and accelerate healing of ligaments and tendon injuries by over 250%.

Clinical experience indicates that FSM is effective for treatment of soft tissue injuries, postsurgical scars, headaches, temporomandibular joint pain, bursitis, tendonitis, nerve pain from traction injuries, disc bulges, compression neuropathies such as carpal tunnel syndrome, knee joint pain and more.

FSM may help patients recover from chronic myofascial pain that didn’t respond to other commonly used therapies.

The therapy is gentle, safe (no side effects) and clinically proven to be effective.

To discuss treatment options please call Somatherapy Clinic in Gordon on 9844 5406.

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what patients say about SOMATHERAPY NECK TREATMENT: A few years ago I started to experience severe pain in my shoulder and neck and later on developing terrible migraines.

On several occasions I visited my general physician who couldn’t identify the cause of the headaches.

I tried everything, from Nurofen Plus to Panadeine Forte and strong narcotic analgesics, however no medication worked.

The headaches increased, and my mood swings were heavily affecting my physical and mental discomfort. The extra time spent in front of the computer led to numbness in my right arm and severe shoulder pain. My social and work life were being affected.

One day, a colleague told me about Krystyna. I was very skeptical on my first visit; where modern medicine had failed, I was almost sure that nothing else would help. After my second visit, the pain was significantly reduced to the point where it was almost gone! It felt like a miracle.

From my first visit, Krystyna identified the source of my debilitating pain and directed me on the road to recovery.

Who would have though that the source of all my anguish was coming from my neck muscles and it took Krystyna only one session to discover this. She taught me how to sit, rest and even how to get out of bed! Her knowledge is precious to me, her kindness and compassion is out of the ordinary and her ability to

read your problem is amazing.

I feel safe because I trust her.

I cannot express my gratitude for everything Krystyna has done for me. She has changed my life; I call her my wonderful Angel.

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Monica Agathocleous For over 12 months I had been experiencing considerable loss of movement in my neck and left shoulder area which made turning my head to the left a very restricted movement (which needless to say was detrimental to my driving ability). I had X-rays taken which showed degenerative bone in my neck but I had not suffered any particular accident throughout the years to this area.

In the meantime, my left arm and shoulder became restricted in movement as well, making it difficult to put my arm behind my back to do up a zipper or to even raise my arm to brush my hair.

I spent approximately 10 months going along to a chiropractor but this treatment did not improve either my neck or arm. I stopped going to the gym at that stage to give my arm and neck time to heal without any exercise but this did not assist the situation either. My arm had at this stage started to ache at night and I was experiencing pins and needles in my arm and fingers. The whole thing was getting worse.

A friend reffered me to Krystyna.

I initially attended twice per week for two, one and a half hour sessions and then after one month I reduced this down to one session per week.

After weekly visits over a period of 5 months my neck and arm had completely regained complete movement. Thanks to Krystyna’s vast knowledge and skills I can now turn my head when lane changing, I am able to place my arm behind my back and I have returned to the gym.

The treatment is painless (in fact so relaxing that most times I was able to go to sleep quite easily for the entire treatment session).

I have recommended this treatment to my family and friends without hesitation - it is the only treatment that worked.

Christine Solomon Frequent, severe headaches associated with chronic neck tension since 1997. I couldn’t move my head because of the pain and stiffness. Chronic fatigue and low mood because of the constant pain. I tried many therapies including acupuncture giving me short lasting relief only.

My two months of treatments with Krystyna resulted in significant and long lasting improvement.

At present only maintenance treatments every 3 weeks. I got my life back. I’m now happy and full of energy!

Rebecca Brown

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IS SUGAR REALLY THAT BAD FOR MY TEETH?

BY DR LAURENCE MCCARTHY, BMEDSCI, BDENT (HON) I am often asked how important diet is in maintaining a healthy mouth. The answer is that along with oral hygiene, our consumption of sugar is probably the most influential factor contributing to the development of certain dental diseases, such as tooth decay.

Countless studies have proven the link between sugar consumption and tooth decay. The reason is that sugar is used as food by bacteria in the mouth which produces acid. This acid then dissolves the enamel of the tooth, in other words, it decays the tooth. Good oral hygiene will ensure that the number of bacteria sitting on the tooth surface is minimised but there are a couple of other things to keep in mind with relation to sugar.

The first thing to be aware of is that the frequency of sugar consumption is just as important as the quantity of sugar. Due to the fact that bacteria are using the sugar to feed, there is more acid being produced when there is a constant supply of sugar in the mouth, for example from regular snacking. So I always recommend having any sugary food in one sitting and then using a sugar free chewing gum to stimulate saliva flow which helps to neutralise acids. Use of a fluoridated toothpaste or mouthrinse can also help by remineralising the tooth surface.

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Some sugars are worse for teeth than others.

The fructose and sucrose that are found in a lot of soft drinks and juices are readily used by bacteria and therefore potentially harmful for teeth, whereas other sugars such as lactose, which is found in milk, have been found to be less harmful.

We all know that high sugar diets contribute to numerous other health conditions, like diabetes and obesity, so a good oral hygiene routine that includes an awareness about sugar consumption will not only benefit your teeth but your whole body as well.

Dr Laurence McCarthy is an honours graduate of the University of Sydney and works at Gordon Dental. For more information contact Gordon Dental on 9498 3811 or email drmccarthy@gordondental.com.au

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YOU’VE LOST THAT lovin’ feeling

BY TINA VARTIS, FREELANCE WRITER Remember Top Gun? Remember the scene with Maverick and Goose in a bar singing, “You’ve lost that lovin’ feeling?” Yep, that song. That song you are now singing in your head. Have you ever felt that way and wanted to ‘bring back that lovin’ feeling'?

Then I highly recommend a book written by Gary Chapman, Ph.D entitled The Five Love Languages.

In his book, Chapman discusses the importance of learning the primary love language of your spouse in order to more effectively communicate your love to them (love languages which can be applied across all relationships). Dr Chapman suggests that there are five love languages we use in order to communicate love to one another - Words of Affirmation, Quality Time, Receiving Gifts, Acts 58

of Service and Physical Touch.

Why is learning a love language important? Well, imagine yourself choosing to live and work in a foreign country where English is not the primary language spoken. If you refuse to learn the language of your new country, you will find yourself disadvantaged. You might make some progress through pointing, drawing pictures, using an interpreter or scrambling for words in a dictionary, but it will not be enough to fully engage with others in a deeply meaningful way. The same goes for love languages. If we want richly, rewarding relationships, then investing in learning the love language of another will go a long way to reaping relational dividends for you both.

For instance, my primary love

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language is Quality Time, so if I plan an activity with someone I love, I do so with the expectation of experiencing that activity together ie without divided priorities. So if you turn up and spend more time being distracted with your 'smart' phone by sending text messages, reading emails, updating Facebook, playing games or checking sport scores, then, trust me, that is not quality time spent with a loved one. Unless you’re expecting an urgent call from Joe Hockey asking you for urgent advice regarding putting the budget back into surplus, without alienating the electorate, then put the phone away. Being with someone who seems to have their phone surgically attached to them as a form of life support gets to be too much after awhile.

If we want richly, rewarding relationships, then investing in learning the love language of another will go a long way In the next edition of Living Local I will look at each love language in a little more depth. For now, just keep in mind that marriage and relationships are not about you, they are actually about the other person. Adjusting your expression of love to match the love language of your spouse, partner or boy/girl friend is a small sacrifice to make, in order to put their needs before yours and protect that "lovin’ feeling"! www.livinglocalguide.com.au

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ALL LADIES IN PHOTO ARE WALKING ALL THE WAY ACROSS ENGLAND IN AUGUST THIS YEAR. FROM LEFT KATRINA HEMINGWAY, PAULINE ROGERS, ZAC WALL (APPRENTICE BUTCHER), HELEN GARNETT AND DENISE TEMISGIAN.

Eastern Road Quality Meats Supports Quality of Life

BY KATRINA HEMINGWAY Allan Waldon of Eastern Road Quality Meats is a great supporter of worthy causes. In 2006 he raised funds for the renovation of Bhairabi School in Northern Nepal when he saw there was a desperate need for basic facilities to provide shelter and education for Nepalese children and he continues to support them, having recently returned while leading others on the 2013 Nepal Charity Trek.

Closer to home he continues to assist other local fundraising initiatives where the objective is to improve the quality of the lives of others who are more disadvantaged than ourselves, such as those living with multiple sclerosis (MS).

Starting in 2010 when he supplied the Mudgee2Sydney MS Walk with sausages for their BBQ fundraiser, Allan once again teamed up

with the event organiser, Katrina Hemingway, and hosted a BBQ outside his butcher shop to support her next big event.

Starting August 30 Wainwright’s Coast2Coast MS Walk , a challenging 303km, 12-day trek for 17 Australians across England.

From St Bees on the west coast to Robin Hood’s Bay on the east coast the event aims to raise $150,000 for research into a cure for MS. MS is the most common neurological disease amongst young adults today. People are

Please continue to support our walking efforts, like Eastern Road Quality Meats, as we attempt to raise awareness about this debilitating disease and hopefully Kiss Goodbye to MS forever. Please follow this link to donate: kissgoodbyetoms.org/fundraisers/teams/wainwright’s-coast2coast-ms-walk Thank you for your support. Walk Organiser's Details: Katrina Hemingway | Email: c2cmswalk@gmail.com Mobile: 0421 319 259 | Home: 9987 2329 62

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typically diagnosed between 20-40 years. There are currently over 2.5 million people worldwide with MS and 3 out of 4 of those are women. The disease is progressive and there is currently no cure.

The sausage sizzle was a resounding success, running out of sausages well before noon. With all sausages and other materials fully donated they were able to raise an impressive $1600, which is a significant contribution to their efforts to escalate research into finding a cure.

The bone bucket is a great source of fundraising for Nepal.

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At the beginning of May we started our autumn calving.

This is a great time of year as it is always pleasing to see new calves.

We have, for the last couple of years, been running some Dorper sheep. We have increased our sheep numbers and have just purchased a mob of really top Dorper ewes. This was from a dispersal of a really well-known Dorper stud. These ewes are top class. We will be lambing in August and have joined some of the ewes to a new Australian White Ram. Like the Dorper they also shed their wool, so no shearing, crutching or fly strike. Total meat breeds.

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BY ALLAN WALDON, EASTERN ROAD QUALITY MEATS It looks like we have finished with the summer season and with the change of weather, we can look forward to some delicious slow cooking. Beef cheeks, ox tail and lamb shanks just to name a few. The Easter Show was another fantastic time for us, with some great beef. Once again, we supported Abbotsleigh and Knox schools purchasing beef from both. The quality of The Show beef was again, a very high standard. It is always good to be involved in the Easter Show and in serving our customers some fantastic beef.

FARM NEWS What a start to 2014, from extreme heat and drought, to very good rain in February what a turn around. The farm now looks fantastic.

We took the chance to plant a huge range of pasture to ensure great pasture establishment.

We planted clovers, chickory, plantain, Serrondella, biserrula, Rhodes grass, digit, and oats.

This gives us a huge range of forage herbs and pasture for all seasons.

It is always good to be involved in the Easter Show and in serving our customers some fantastic beef To add to the humus and organic matter in the soil, we added five tonnes of organic compost to the hectare, we source this from recycled green waste.

The introduction of legumes, like clovers, adds natural nitrogen to the soil-makeup saving on the use of chemical fertilizers. The rain really gave the new pasture a great start, and the thousands of young trees we have planted have

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SHOP NEWS We have just finished a new cool-room in the shop. It is mainly designed for better dry-aging of our beef. So, if you want some dry aged beef just the way you like it, just ask.

FACEBOOK We try to update Facebook often with specials and photos. Have a look and see all the things at the shop and the farm. Facebook.com/ EasternRoadQualityMeats

LATEST NEWS Zac just bought a townhouse.

He is so excited.

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DO A DAY TRIP - Barrenjoey First stop was Scott’s Honda in Artarmon to pick up the new Honda Odyssey for the day. We immediately noticed the space inside the car - you could host a barn dance or move a soccer team with all of the easily adjustable room. Three rows of seats (the front two are heated) still allow space to stretch out in style.

The dashboard is modern and the comfortable ride and seating arrangements make it a dream to drive on a long trip (the arm and head rests are very comfy).

Heading towards the Northern Beaches our first stop was The Armchair Collective, a charming café, restaurant and homewares store. It was made for mornings: the sun showers in, the colours of the goods and flowers are bright and a painted table is piled high with the day’s papers.

Next stop was to check out Avalon Beach from Surfside Ave before continuing toward some of Sydney’s best views at Palm Beach. The Odyssey’s large windows make it the perfect car to view scenery. The driving position, entirely customisable with the flick of a switch and the blind spot recognition are also a great help in a big car such as this.

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Wildlife Service. Tours are on Sundays and take 30 minutes, costing $5 Adults, $2 Children of school age and free for Children < 5 years old.

Barrenjoey Lighthouse, built in 1881 of the attractive Hawkesbury sandstone, marks the northernmost tip of Sydney and allows panoramic vistas across Pittwater and beyond.

Two entrances access Barrenjoey Headland. The long, rocky, cracked, often muddy pathway has been upgraded to a beautiful wide track, making facing the steep, one kilometre hill a breeze.

Recent bushfires have resulted in particularly panoramic views. The arduous shortcut, Smugglers Track, is currently closed due to repairs.

The main lighthouse keeper’s house is open free of charge, whenever lighthouse tours are running. With no electricity or running water, local legend Jervis Sparks lived in one of the cottages from 1968 to 1999, carefully restoring the buildings and surrounding headland.

It was then time to head back.

With outstanding fuel economy the Odyssey’s petrol gauge barely moved, despite the car having impressive power. Implementing Honda's Earth Dreams Technology, the Odyssey makes every little errand guilt-free. Special thanks to the team at Scott’s Honda Artarmon. It was a great road trip!

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LOCAL PIN BOARD not-for-profit Before we built the maternal waiting home, pregnant women would walk for hours to give birth at a hospital. They faced many dangers and some would not reach their destination, either giving birth on the road or in their homes, without proper medical care.

On top of this, HIV infection is a serious problem in Zimbabwe, with around 11% of expecting mothers testing HIV positive during antenatal screening.

SAVING BABIES FROM HIV Babies in a rural village in Zimbabwe are being born healthy and HIV-free, with strong mothers to care for them, thanks to the work of St Leonardsbased charity, AFAP Action on Poverty.

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...the next generation of children will have a chance of a healthy future We have a small window of opportunity where we can stop the transmission of the virus from mother to child â&#x20AC;&#x201C; it is a window of less than 24 hours from birth. When given Prevention of Mother to Child Transmission (PMCT) medication within this timeframe, babies will not become HIV positive and the next generation of children will have a chance of a healthy future. This would be virtually impossible to achieve if mums give birth unassisted at home.

When I visited in February, I was so impressed by the success of the birth home. Of the 84 births that had occurred at the home since it was built in November 2012, all the mums and babies survived and every child was born HIV-free. The mums were given a place to rest before they gave birth, and also education in breastfeeding and other related health issues that will help them keep themselves and their babies healthy.

I could also see that the community felt a real ownership over the birth home, as they provided the labour and made the bricks to build it â&#x20AC;&#x201C; with the hospital providing medical staff. This sense of ownership will ensure the sustainability of the birth home for years to com.

AFAP Action on Poverty is a small St Leonards-based charity that has been operating since 1968. They work to alleviate poverty in 19 countries in Africa, Asia and the Pacific. Their approach is to work in partnership with local communities and other incountry organisations to ensure their projects are sustainable and address the needs of the people.

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A Ride on the Low-Interest Train

BY MARK BOURIS, YELLOW BRICK ROAD EXECUTIVE CHAIRMAN

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Principal reductions off your mortgage: A period of low interest rates is a good time to reduce your mortgage because small amounts of cash go a long way. If you had a $300,000 variable rate loan at 5.2%, over 30 years, you would pay $1648 a month. If you added $25 a week to the repayment, you'd save more than $45,000, and you'd pay back the loan four years faster. A loan on the same terms for 4.7% instead of 5.7%, you'll pay $186 less a month.

The Reserve Bank forecasts that interest rates will be very low for some time. It's a good idea to take advantage of this environment while it lasts, so here are my top tips to make the most of it.

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Reduce non-mortgage debt: Before taking on any more loans, pay down your most expensive debt, which will probably be credit card, store finance or a personal loan. In a very low interest rate environment, don't be caught paying 15 to 20%.

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Investing: With low interest rates on mortgages, think about using your home loan to build wealth by leveraging investments. You could buy an investment property or use the equity in your main property to borrow, to fund a share portfolio.

Whatever you choose, get advice from people who don't profit from your investment.

Even when interest rates are low, you still have to focus on good information and decisions. Most importantly, take advantage of the opportunity. It won't last forever.

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Scarlett (Staffie x Jack Russell) came from the pound pregnant. We do not know who Daddy was. She gave birth to 6 gorgeous pups on the 19th of March 2014.

Athos is smart, obedient, responsive, gentle and good looking with a lot of personality but can be nervy. He is used to being around lots of other dogs.

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NAME: BALOO AGE/SEX: 1 YEAR / M BREED: GREAT DANE X ADOPTION COST: $350

A very sweet girl. Can be nervous with strangers, particularly if they use fast hand movements. She is very affectionate when she knows you. She walks well on a lead and pays no attention to passing dogs or cars.

A super cute, responsive and cuddly little girl. She is social with other dogs and has a quiet nature. She does not mind cats either.

A super friendly happy boy. He is social with other dogs. He does pull a bit on lead but he loves people and is very treat motivated, so easy to train. Baloo walks past other dogs on lead calmly.

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BY DR MARTINE PERKINS, BVSC(HONS) MRCVS, MACVS, PYMBLE VETERINARY CLINIC RISK FACTORS FOR ARTHRITIS through pain. Small frequent Age: Old Age is a factor but sadly there are lots of pets with arthritis from quite a young age.

Breed and Genetics: Joint dysplasia is commonly seen in some breeds. Arthritis occurs much more quickly in such joints.

A recent study showed that one in five adult dogs are affected by arthritis irrespective of age. Cats also suffer from arthritis which often goes unnoticed.

Osteoarthritis (OA), often simply called arthritis, is a degenerative joint disease that results in poor cushioning and lubrication of the joint during movement. As arthritis progresses the cartilage becomes brittle and can even chip off.

These cartilage fragments can result in further inflammation and pain. OA develops slowly and it is often not until it is well progressed that people notice changes in their pets behaviour or ability to move.

Size: Large breed dogs are more susceptible to OA due to the higher body weight however OA is still common in small and medium breeds as well as cats!

Excess weight: No matter what breed, overfeeding is a big factor in the development of OA. Previous joint trauma: Joint trauma or joint surgery are predisposing risk factors.

WHAT CAN WE DO TO HELP OUR PETS? Weight reduction: ask your vet to check your pet's body condition score.

Controlled exercise: low impact exercise is best. You should not force your pet to exercise

walks are desirable on level, soft ground. Swimming can be helpful but discuss this with your veterinarian as there are many complicating factors.

Bedding: soft and comfortable bedding off the cold ground that is easy to get in and out of is best.

Try and keep your pet warm and dry through the cooler months.

Senior health check: Book your pet in for a senior health check every 6mths if your pet is over 8yr or acting differently. Our pet's age much more rapidly than us and 1yr is actually a very long time in an old dogâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s life!

Medications: There are many different medications, nutraceuticals and diets for arthritis. So many in fact that it can get quite confusing! Consult your veterinarian for an up to date and unbiased opinion. There is constant progress in veterinary medicine and a lot more options are now available other than just pain relief!

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BY EDWINA HUNTER I’m quite a healthy person generally – I’m always on the lookout for healthy choices – so when I heard about Lucky You Cleanse I was intrigued to try it.

I chose the LYC 3 Day Juice Cleanse; made from Australianbased, fresh, cold-pressed, raw, unpasteurised juice. Each day begins with a warm glass of lemon water and then an Aloe Vera Elixir. The day progresses with six special juices.

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Juice one: Pineapple Smoothie; Juice two: Green Juice – including everything green; Juice three: Spicy Lemonade – including Cayenne pepper, this one was tough but revitalising; Juice four: Red or Orange juice – a colourful palette of healthy nurturing ingredients; Juice five: Green Juice – collection of greens; Juice six: Cashew Nut Milk – that feeling you have when you really want a juice, is the exact opposite to what you feel like at this moment (after constantly drinking all day). Juice six’s saving grace though is that it’s a night time smoothie that keeps you full

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After two days of this routine it got easier and easier. I could feel the benefits from day two and the results after only day three were: increased energy, feeling extra hydrated and clearer skin.

It also got me into a better habit of mixing my own smoothies thereafter. I’m tempted to do the cleanse again very soon.

I highly recommend trying this – it’s not hard and it provides a great break from worrying about what to eat each day. And it's yum!

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YOURHome Daphnes are a firm favourite because of their sweet smelling flowers which form in clusters. They like to be in morning sun or dappled shade, with good drainage but they do not like being overwatered. The most common variety is Daphne odora with its pale pink flowers – pick some and place in a vase inside and enjoy the perfume that will waft through your house for weeks.

A Colourful Winter

BY SUSAN POTTHURST, ELEGANT OUTDOORS, TURRAMURRA GARDEN CENTRE Whilst the temperatures can be a little on the chilly side, there are plenty of plants that flower throughout winter to warm your heart - here are just a handful of my favourites.

Primulas absolutely scream winter. They flower profusely, come in a multitude of colours and make perfect potted plants. The Primula family is large and diverse but the most commonly planted varieties are malacoides which have bunches of small blooms on delicate stems and obconica, with their larger leaves and flowers. A close relative is the Polyanthus. Pinching off dead flowers and feeding regularly with Yates Thrive Flower & Fruit™ soluble plant- food will encourage repeat blooming. Put some at your front door – the cheerful colours will make you forget it’s winter time.

There are many varieties of Pieris japonica, growing anything between 1 and 3 metres. From late winter into spring, they bear beautiful sprays of pendulous flowers which vary in colour from white to shades of pinky-red. The new foliage is commonly a reddishcopper colour, which in most varieties turns to pale pink, cream and finally green. For best results, plant Pieris in semi-shaded areas with good drainage, apply Garden Gold™ which is a controlled-release fertiliser lasting 2-3 months, and mulch well to avoid drying out. The most popular varieties are Temple Bells, Forest Flame, Shojo, Christmas Cheer & Mountain Fire.

Cymbidium orchids are grown for their spectacular, colourful flowers and architectural foliage. In winter, enjoy the blooms inside in a brightly lit area and water the plant just once a week, allowing the excess water to drain. Never let your orchid wollow in water as it may cause root or fungal problems. After the many weeks of flowering you’ll get from these fantastic plants, move them outside to a morning sun position and feed monthly with Strike Back For Orchids™ fertiliser pellets.

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YOURHome requires regular clipping. Enter the Rhaphiolepis “Oriental Pearl” which does not require as much pruning. When selecting screening plants, the fast growing Lillypilly has become a popular choice providing a convenient short-term solution, but will increase on-going hedging duties. The humble Camellia is an investment in time. Although slower growing, once established will form a spectacular hedge with less maintenance required.

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BY MATTHEW HOOK, DIRECTOR OF OUTDOOR ESTABLISHMENTS Winter is upon us with lower temperatures and shorter days.

As you run out of the house to get your kids to school on time, you notice the neglected garden. “It’s ok” you think “I’ll tend to the roses after work”. It’s now 5pm, you arrive home after a busy day. The sun is setting and the roses aren’t that important any more.

When designing a new garden it is important to consider how it will be maintained. How much time would you like to spend in the garden? Will you pay someone to do it for you and if so, the cost? Planning early helps achieve the desired result.

TIPS WHEN PLANNING OR RENOVATING A GARDEN. Turf the turf The North shore is well known

The humble Camellia is an investment in time for large blocks and while turf demands a spot in the garden don’t overdo it, keep your lawn area to a manageable size.

Consider how you will navigate the lawn mower on different levels with retaining walls. Simple brick garden edges will save time and effort keeping your turf from creeping into the gardens and hard surfaces such as sandstone flagging or brick paving is a great, low maintenance alternative to the usual Sir Walter Buffalo in a high traffic area.

To hedge or not to hedge The Buxus (or Box Hedge) is a great hedging plant. It thrives in the Sydney climate but

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Deciduous trees such as the Japanese maple, London plane tree and the Liquidambar are incredible to look at but picking up the thousands of leaves they drop every year is not so enjoyable. If you want an area shaded in the summer but sunny in the winter, a deciduous tree is a great solution. However, if appropriate, consider an evergreen tree such as a Magnolia, Tuckeroo or Waterhousea. As a feature tree they are bold and really stand out in the garden but best of all, you wont find yourself filling a green bin with any of their leaves come autumn and winter!

Do you need help designing your new backyard? Or are you just trying to add that missing something to your existing backyard? Outdoor Establishments would love to help. It’s what we do! Call the office on (02) 9966 8630 and let’s have a chat.

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