PakMag Australia – November 2015 Issue 5

ISSUE NO. 5 NOV 2015 AUSTRALIA

MEET CARO AND KINGI FROM THE BLOCK

CHRISTMAS PREPARATION GETTING ORGANISED

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CONTENTS 04 What's On: November 08 Feature: Teaching Your Kids The

Importance Of Giving

11 Education: Tips For Hello and welcome to our November edition of PakMag Australia!

Can you believe we are getting so close to Christmas!? It feels like only yesterday I was putting the Christmas tree back in to its box!

So what’s happening this month? Check out our What’s On in Oz guide to find out. We’ve got a great interview with Caro and Kingi from The Block as well as some great Christmas preparation ideas, a feature on the importance of giving and gratitude, tips on helping your child master maths and our travel guide to the perfect family “Baliday.”

Wishing you a great November as the weather heats up and the kids enjoy their final weeks of the school year. Until next time, don’t forget to tell everyone, you read it in PakMag.

Mastering Maths

15 Inspirational Children: Braden

Plath - Master of Motocross

17 Parenting: Preparing For Prep 19 Christmas Preparation 22 Meet: Caro & Kingi From The Block 23 Health 24 Healthy Recipes 27 Bump & Bub: Tips For A Healthier

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Pregnancy 30 Christmas Cards & Wrapping 32 Celebrate: Host A Pony Party

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35 Budgeting: 35 Simple Ways To

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WHAT'S ON NOV NATIONAL Remembrance Day – Lest we Forget WHEN: 11 November

The Wiggles – Wiggly Hits and Cinder Emma WHERE: Perth, Adelaide, Melbourne, Newcastle, Sydney and Brisbane WHEN: Dates vary starting 21 November

COMING UP

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Fairies Tour WHERE: Various locations around Australia WHEN: 5th - 23rd December MORE INFO

NEW SOUTH WALES The AUS-X OPEN

Parramatta Day

WHERE: Sydney Olympic Park

WHERE: Experiment Farm, 9 Ruse St, Harris Park

WHEN: 28th November - 29th November

WHEN: 7th of November

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Family Fun Day WHERE: North Sapphire Beach Community, Coffs Harbour WHEN: 8 November 12.00pm - 4.00pm MORE INFO

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"Elise picks Swan Festival of Lights 2015 on 6th November"

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SOUTH AUSTRALIA SEA SHEPHERD Radelaide Funtastic WHERE: Anomaly Media, 3 Butler Drive, Adelaide

Swan Festival of Lights 2015 WHERE: Supreme Court Gardens, Perth WHEN: 6th - 8th November MORE INFO

WHEN: 21 November 12.00pm - 10.00pm

Adelaide Mini Maker Faire WHERE: Tonsley WHEN: 1st November 10.00am - 5.00pm

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Loxton Lights Festival

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WHERE: Loxton East Terrace, Loxton WHEN: 28 November to 31 December

QUEENSLAND Itty Bitty Kids Expo WHERE: Royal International Convention Centre WHEN: 28th - 29th November MORE INFO

Justine Clarke Pyjama Jam!

Bulimba Festival

WHERE: QUT Gardens Theatre, Brisbane

WHERE: Memorial Park, Bulimba

WHEN: 20th November

WHEN: 9th - 15th November

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WHAT'S ON NOV VICTORIA Alice's Wonderland Exhibition WHERE: SCIENCEWORKS, Melbourne WHEN: Daily, until 24 Jul 2016 10.00am - 4.30pm MORE INFO

Santa’s Magical Kingdom

Emites Melbourne Cup Day

WHERE: Caulfield Racecourse

WHERE: Flemington Racecourse

WHEN: From 21 November

WHEN: 3 November

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Family Festival 2015 WHERE: Finns Reserve Corner, Templestowe Road and Union Street WHEN: 8 November 9.00am - 4.00pm MORE INFO

NORTHERN TERRITORY The Bub, Bump and Beyond Expo WHERE: Palmerston Recreation Centre, NT Palmerston City WHEN: 7 - 8 November

Christmas Fair and Variety Santa Fun Run

Carl Barron

WHERE: Darwin Waterfront Precinct

WHERE: Darwin Entertainment Centre, 93 Mitchell Street, Darwin

WHEN: 29 November

WHEN: 9 November, 7.00pm

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"Elise picks The Kids Big Carnival on the 1st November"

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WESTERN AUSTRALIA THE KIDS BIG CARNIVAL

PIAZZARAMA: CARNIVAL MACABRE

WHERE: Dixon Rd Reserve, Rockingham

WHERE: Northbridge Piazza, cnr Lake & James Streets, Northbridge

WHEN: 31st October 1st November

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Melbourne Cup – Mum and Littlies Who Lunch WHERE: Rendezvous Hotel, The Esplanade, Perth WHEN: 3 November 11:30am to 3pm MORE INFO

TASMANIA Christmas in the City

Roald Dahl’s Dirty Beasts

WHERE: Charles Street, Launceston

WHERE: Federation Concert Hall, Davey Street, Hobart

WHEN: 20 November 6.00pm

WHEN: 12 November 6.00pm

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AUSTRALIAN CAPITAL TERRITORY Little Griffins @ Brick by Brick WHERE: National Capital Exhibition, Barrine Drive, Parkes WHEN: Until 27 Nov, last Friday of each month MORE INFO

Night Market Canberra WHERE: Realm Park, Burbury Close, Barton WHEN: 4th December, 4.00pm - 9.00pm MORE INFO

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FEATURE

TEACHING YOUR KIDS THE IMPORTANCE OF

Giving

Story Jenna Gallina

The greatest gifts are the ones that you give. But, most children don’t seem to see it this way. Teaching your child about social awareness and giving back will help them grow to be empathetic, compassionate and caring. Research from the Greater Good Science Centre tells us that gratitude actually blocks toxic emotions and allows us to celebrate the present. What’s more, grateful people are more stress-resistant and have a higher sense of self-worth.

The importance of giving is a tough lesson for parents to teach and a tough lesson for children to learn. Here are a few activities that may help: READ ALL ABOUT IT

PARTICIPATE IN SCHOOL DONATION DRIVES

One of my kid’s favourites is the Berenstain Bears Get the Gimmes. Another cute one is The Poky Little Puppy’s First Christmas. After you read the story, talk about what has happened and what the main message is.

It’s so much easier to simply buy the raffle tickets or the chocolate bars your children are selling for their school fundraiser. But don’t do it. Instead, walk around the street with them and help them practice their sales speech. This not only harnesses the importance of giving but also boosts their confidence.

WRITE LETTERS Spend some time writing and delivering letters to those in the community who would appreciate a hand-written card.

VOLUNTEER Participate in the working bees at the school, get involved in a community project or visit those who are less fortunate.

DONATE TOYS AND CLOTHING Ask your children to choose what items to give to Vinnies or another charity. It can be difficult for them to part with certain items but this is such a big step to teaching them the importance of giving.

ADOPT A PET If you are looking into getting a pet, go to the RSPCA or a similar shelter. If you are not ready for a pet, then ask to see if there are any opportunities to volunteer with the kids.

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PLANT TREES IN A COMMUNITY GARDEN Trees are an important part of the ecosystem, and planting one makes a difference in your community for years to come. Make a point of planting trees with your kids and explaining the integral role those trees play in the ecosystem.

GET THEM INVOLVED IN HOUSEHOLD DISTRIBUTION For younger children, start them on the path to kindness by asking them to pass out cake, cookies and other sweets when guests are over. Teaching them to give the guests their plate first is a simple tactic used to explain the concept of sharing and giving.

MAKE GIFT GIVING LISTS Rather than focus on letters to Santa, ask your children to write three lists – one list of items they would like to receive, one list of items they would like to give to family members and one list of items they would like to give to those less fortunate.

START A KINDNESS CHART

BAKE YOUR APPRECIATION

Track your children’s kindness by getting them to record one act of kindness they do once a day. This could be setting the table, letting their little sister choose the television program or helping to feed the pet.

Spend the afternoon baking biscuits with the kids. Rather than eat them up (or freeze them for school snacks), put them in small jars or wrap them in cellophane and give them to neighbours, teachers and others that deserve to be thanked.

ENCOURAGE SHARING & LISTENING AT THE DINNER TABLE Make it a habit of sitting down as a family and everyone sharing a story, a joke, the best and worst part of their day, or anything they want to discuss. Take turns going around the table and stress the importance of listening to each other.

CREATE A GRATITUDE SCRAPBOOK Give your children your camera or smart phone and ask them to take photos of the various things they are grateful for around the house. Print out the photos and paste them into a scrapbook.

USE STICKY NOTES Leave sticky notes for each family member to thank them for something you appreciate.

MAKE A GRATITUDE VIDEO If you have little performers in the house, then they probably already love the camera. Make a thankyou video for someone who has showed kindness or done something nice for your children.

KEEP THE END GOAL IN MIND If the phrase “I want one!” is a common one in your household, then know that you are not alone. Children’s worlds are naturally all about them and it takes time for children to understand that other people matter too.

It can be so frustrating (and slightly embarrassing) trying to teach a child about empathy and kindness but be patient. Try to see it from your child’s perspective - it can be extremely difficult to understand the feelings that often come with watching someone else receive a gift – anger, jealousy, sadness, frustration. Try not to be too hard on your children if they get upset.

Little steps around the house will encourage kindness and help them understand just how important giving and gratitude is for a healthy, happy life.

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FOR MASTERING

MATHS STORY Rebecca Harris, Catholic Education Cairns

Maths is everywhere. We use it every day, even if we don’t realise it. Mathematics helps us to understand and describe our world, solve everyday problems, make predictions, develop our abstract reasoning and make better decisions. But, for many kids, a love of maths doesn’t come naturally. Or easily.

Helping your child learn to love maths starts at home. Here is what you can do: Promote a sense of relevance and interest in mathematics.

Make connections between math and everyday life which encourages them to want to use maths.

Taking part in everyday activities like going to the shops, cooking, or even setting the table can help your child with maths. Getting dressed and learning to take turns when playing a game all help your child to understand patterns and shapes, measuring and sorting.

Bring maths into your daily reading routine.

Reading to children is a treasured activity. What better way to integrate mathematics into the lives of children than to read them stories that bring mathematical ideas to life? Children’s books related to mathematics can be separated into four categories: counting books, number books, storybooks and concept books.

Some good ones to consider are Alfie’s Number by Shirley Hughes, One, Two Buckle My Shoe by Melissa Everett, Sorting Through by Spring-Lizann Flatt and What’s a Fraction by Nancy Kelly Allen.

Connect play time with maths.

There are plenty of board games and card games that can help encourage maths but you can also incorporate math lessons in other ways as well.

Play ‘shop’ and count out money. Play ‘builder’ and measure various items around the house.

Children need lots of experiences in making, counting, drawing and talking about numbers. Make connections for your child by explaining how numbers and counting are a part of everyday life.

Think outside the traditional maths lessons.

You may feel that the maths your child is doing at school is different from how you were taught, but you will still be able to support your child in many ways and encourage your child with other ways to solve maths problems.

Giving your child more than one way to solve a problem is highly beneficial to their learning. After all, there is always more than one way to get the right answer.

Encourage them to problem solve.

Problem solving is about engaging with real problems - guessing, discovering, and making sense of mathematics. It is about developing young mathematicians who have an 'understanding of the world, the ability to reason mathematically, an appreciation of the beauty and power of mathematics and a sense of enjoyment and curiosity about the subject'.

You can help them build their problem solving skills without them even realising it. Encourage them to ask questions, to analyse the information they have been given and to look at the various ways to solve the problem.

Focus on their individual journey.

Like reading and writing, maths is something that we are constantly learning and consistently using. Maths today is about understanding number patterns, not learning by repetition.

Avoid comparing your own maths skills with that of your child’s. Saying things like "I was bad as maths too" is one of the worst things you can do as it lowers their own expectations of themselves.

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EDUCATION

Encouraging

MATHS AT HOME

WEBSITES STUDYLADDER

MATHLETICS

Studyladder is an online program designed by teachers to help students in several subjects, including maths. Their maths section is filled with thousands of worksheets and homework programs to help improve their maths skills at home.

Mathletics is one of our favourite maths websites. It aligns to the Australian curriculum and features targeted, adaptive and engaging content from Kindergarten to Y12.

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INSPIRATIONAL CHILDREN

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Master of Motocross STORY Jenna Gallina Most nine year olds are happy to spend their weekends at home playing with mates, attending birthday parties and helping Mum and Dad with the chores.

But for Cairns motocross rider, Braden Plath, weekends are often spent racing his 50cc or 65cc KTM at speeds up to 65 kilometres an hour and flying over 20 metre jumps.

And, for Braden and the entire Plath family, they wouldn’t have it any other way.

Braden joined the Cairns Motorcycle Club three years ago when he was six years old after watching the Crusty Demons.

Since then he has taken home a number of titles including 2nd in the National Junior MX Titles in 2014, 1st in the TNQ Titles in 2014, 1st in the Queensland State Titles in 2015 and 1st in the TNQ Titles in 2015.

Recently Braden and his family, including mum Lea, dad Damian and

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brothers Matthew, 11 and Riley, 6, travelled to Bunbury, WA for Braden to compete in the Australian Titles where our local superstar placed 4th.

In addition to competing in motocross events across the state and even the country six months of the year, Braden also enjoys wakeboarding and playing FUTSAL. Braden’s brothers also participate in sport and Lea and Damian own a local business as well.

For the Plath family, being busy is the norm. The family often spend the weekends on the road travelling to Mareeba, Tully, Ravenshoe and beyond for races.

“It is very family orientated,” Lea explains. “We spend weekends camping for events and at the end for the race, we sit back and relax with the other families.”

Braden receives assistance from a number of local companies including Ray White Real Estate, Parramatta Service Centre and Wayne Leonards Motorcycles. There is a lot of safety gear including clothes, boots, neck braces, knee braces, helmets, goggles and gloves. Braden rides both a 50cc and 65cc KTM and usually trains at least once or twice a week during the race season.

So what drives Braden’s passion for motocross?

“You get to go really fast!” he tells PakMag excitedly. And while he has

taken a few spills, the sport definitely comes with excitement and its share of ups and downs. The young daredevil reaches intense speeds of 65 kilometres an hour on his bike.

Yes, it may take a village of support in terms of mechanics, logistics and equipment, but it’s all too clear from watching Braden’s eyes light up when he talks about motocross, that it is more than worth it.

“I would highly recommend it,” Lea adds. “It may not just be a sport; it’s a lifestyle. But it’s a fun one at that.”

For anyone with children interested in motocross, the Cairns Motorcycle Club is your first stop. It has been in operation for over 10 years and the club hosts races throughout the year at its Edmonton track as well as other locations in the Far North area. You can find our more through the Cairns MX Club Facebook Page or email cairnsmx@gmail.com.

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PREPARING FOR PREP STORY Jenna Mottin

For some parents the new year ahead marks the beginning of their child’s journey into formal education. While Prep is not compulsory in Queensland, enrolment rates are as high as 98%. With the change in the Australian Curriculum parents and teachers have seen Prep evolve from a flexible play-based style of teaching to more formal curriculum focused program. Parents of children who have gone through the current Prep program have reported that Prep has become what grade one used to be which can understandably leave some parents apprehensive and asking: ‘Is my child prepared for Prep?’

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our child’s readiness for schooling is something only you can be the judge of, however the tasks listed below are a good baseline indication of preparedness:

SOME OF THESE TASKS INCLUDE: • tying shoelaces • putting on their own sunscreen • carrying their school bags into the classroom and putting lunches and drink bottles into designated areas • saying good morning to adults • asking for help • asking to go to the toilet Other things that we assume our children know however they most likely do not, is taking turns to speak and waiting their turn instead of interrupting. You know the scenario: you and your friend are trying to have a conversation about something of high importance but you find yourself constantly interrupted by your little loved ones. Sound familiar? Well, imagine how hard it must be for the teacher to be trying to discuss things with the class only to be interrupted by numerous little ones who haven’t yet learned the social skill of waiting their turns.

So how can you help instil this ready for Prep? Play board games or easy card games like “fish” or “snap” in which the children must learn to wait for their turn.

Verbally praise them for “good waiting!”

In conversation explain that they must wait their turn, just like when they are playing their games, and, similarly, praise them when they do remember to wait their turn. Their teachers will LOVE you for it!

What about their speech? Dr Peter

Flipsen Jr, an American Speech Pathologist stated that by four years of age your child’s speech should be completely intelligible to strangers.

This can be tricky for parents because often they are tuned-in to their own child and can understand everything that he or she says. If you are unsure about their speech, be aware of adults reactions when your child speaks – do they turn to you to ask for clarification? That may be an indicator that their speech is delayed. If you are in doubt or have any concerns about your child’s speech and sound development, see a speech pathologist for an assessment.

Research shows that children’s oral language skills are strongly linked to academic success, especially reading abilities. More specifically, research by Scarborough in 2001 found that preschool children with strong understanding of word meanings tended to have better listening comprehension, word recognition and reading comprehension in the later primary years.

This makes sense because to do well at school you need to have good listening, attention and vocabulary so you can understand what the teacher is saying to you and students need to be able to speak in well-formed sentences before they are able to write well-formed sentences. Apart from the close relationship between oral language and reading, Given almost all classroom-based learning depends on oral language, helping children develop mastery in this area is important for their overall academic success.

SKILLS CHILDREN ARE EXPECTED TO HAVE BY AGE 5: PLAY AND SOCIAL SKILLS • Can communicate with a variety of people and makes friends easily.

• Engages in complex imaginary games with simple rules.

• Knows how to join in and start conversations and interactions appropriately.

LISTENING AND UNDERSTANDING • Follows 3 step instructions eg: “get your pencils, put them in the tidy tray and then line up near the door”.

• Follows instructions that include the words ‘first’, ‘last’, ‘before’ and ‘after’ • Understands humour and age appropriate jokes.

SPEAKING • Has an extensive vocabulary and can express ideas clearly.

• Can speak clearly with any unfamiliar listener with very few minor speech immaturities remaining e.g. says thumb as “fum”.

• Tells stories or gives a morning talk without any help.

• Has a long and detailed conversation with a variety of people on a variety of topics.

• Can explain why something happened and consider some solutions to problems.

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It’s almost time for Christmas which means is almost time to start thinking about treats, sweets and gift giving ideas. Take the stress out of the December rush by creating a few homemade gifts and freezer foods this month instead. And stay tuned for some more great Christmas ideas, gifts and recipes next month!

H O M E M A D E GI F T I D E A S CANDLE TEA CUPS How cute are these? If you have old candles, cute teacups, a glue gun and a few other bits and bobs around the house, then you’ve got the makings for these adorable upcycled tea cup candles, a great handmade gift for teachers, neighbours and family members. Thanks to Everything Fab www.everythingfab.com

B U B B L E B AT H Nothing says ‘Merry Christmas, have a relaxing day’ quite like bubble bath. And making your own gives it such a beautiful, personal touch.

You can make your own bubble bath with unscented dish soap, liquid glycerine, water and essential oil. Add the ingredients into a mason jar, tie a ribbon around it and you’ve got another relaxing homemade gift to add to the gift giving pile. Thanks to Blog 25. blog.freepeople.com

B R E A D I N A JA R This is such a cute and clever gift idea! Simply layer the dry ingredients, stir in the wet ingredients and place the bread dough into a milk jar. All that is left is to take the ingredients out of the jar and bake it! Thanks to Sunset. www.sunset.com

VA N I L L A E X T R A C T Vanilla extract smells delicious and is a great staple to keep in your baking cupboard. Making your own is actually quite simple and, with a bit of ribbon and a nice jar, you can easily give these as gifts, perfect for a Secret Santa present, for your in-laws or for anyone who loves to bake. Thanks to Not Quite Nigella. www.notquitenigella.com

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FESTIVE FOOD PREP C H O C X-M A S P U D D I N G It’s just not Christmas without pudding! And if you’re not a huge fan of traditional fruitcake, then this chocolate version may be more your style! You can make a whole big batch before Christmas to serve to guests or give as gifts.

Thanks to Good Food. www.goodfood.com.au

F I G JA M If you’ve got figs, sugar, lemon juice and cinnamon, then you can make this festive and seasonal jam, perfect for Christmas morning or as a small gift. Thanks to DIY Ready. http://diyready.com

GI N GE R B R E A D This is one of our favourite Christmas prep traditions – make gingerbread men with the kids and then decorate with plenty of mini choc chips, M&M’s, sprinkles and frosting.

F U N RU M B A L L S Merry Christmas Balls! They are the best balls out there and the good thing about rum balls is that you can make a whole big batch (eat half of them) and then freeze the rest for later. Pop a few in a little gift box or wrap in cellophane for another great gift idea.

Thanks to The Clean Dish. www.thecleandish.com

TOP 10 PREP TIPS 1

Book your pets into accommodation early if you are going away.

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Get your kids thinking about what they want to give to those for Christmas rather than just receive.

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Make sure you have your passports and all travel arrangements up to date.

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Freeze some cooked meals for when you don’t have the time to cook.

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Start a savings account for extra food and drink costs for the Christmas season.

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Make a calendar of upcoming events – and organise a babysitter for the kid-free nights.

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De-clutter the guest room and make space for the extra gifts.

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Give the house a good clean, especially if you are hosting a Christmas party.

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Purchase your gift wrap, cards and or make your own.

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Create a Christmas gift spreadsheet so you have an idea of what you need and your budget

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INTERVIEW

Meet

Caro and Kingi

They’ve been described as the Brawn and Brains, and Townsville residents Caroline and Kingi have been taking Australia by storm, one brick at a time on the 11th season of The Block.

PakMag was lucky enough to sit down with Kingi, a renderer, and Caro, a business development manager, motivator and triathlete, to discuss what’s on the horizon after The Block.

TELL US ABOUT YOUR FAMILY:

The best way to describe our family would be easygoing and laid back. I would say we are a very loud family as well! Always laughing and we are all very talkative including our three year old, Halia who never shuts up...I wonder who she gets that from!

WHAT HAS BEEN YOUR FAVOURITE MOMENT IN PARENTING SO FAR?

There are too many moments to choose from! I think the best moments with her happen every day. I love it when I catch her with her friends at daycare and she doesn’t know I'm there watching her.

WHAT’S THE BEST PIECE OF ADVICE YOU'VE BEEN GIVEN?

We all have the same 24 hours... you decide how you use them.

WHAT MADE YOU DECIDE TO RUN FOR THE BLOCK?

Sitting down watching The Block like most Australian families do I thought we could do this! So I thought I might as well apply online without telling Kingi thinking we would never get the call and we did!! So honoured that we got chosen out of so many other applicants! It was the hardest thing that we have done but also the most fun we have ever had. It was such an emotional roller coaster ride but we are very happy with our end result. We just hope we make Townsville and North Queensland proud and we all have a few laughs along the way!

ANY EXCITING OPPORTUNITIES ON THE HORIZON?

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We are the Ambassadors for ‘Haven' by Ellis Developments. It’s a brand new 200-home master planned estate offering cutting-edge family house designs at the base of Castle Hill and only 2kms from The Strand. It's amazing! Complete with a central parkland, bike paths, Sunday Yoga sessions and surrounded by 3 of Townsville’s best parks, it will be a great asset for the City. There’s even before & after school care at the PCYC located within 500metres of Haven so its awesome for families wanting to live near town. We want to show this beautiful city to Australia.

Haven is a good fit for us as it fits with our philosophy on life. We are proud of living here in Townsville and hope to bring a lot more attention to the area by being on the show.

HEALTH

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+ BRUSHING TEETH TIPS Did you know that a child requires assistance with teeth brushing until the age of 7? My five-year-old and threeyear-old would beg to differ. However, tooth decay is a very serious and very common problem across Australia.

+ Be Skin Care Aware

Nearly half of all six-year-olds experience decay in their baby teeth, according to a recent Australian Institute of Health and Welfare report. And an alarming 57 per cent of Australians are expected to develop tooth decay.

The heat is on, the sun is out and it’s time to slip, slop, slap, especially with National Skin Cancer Awareness Week taking place 15th November to 21st November.

IF YOU HAVE A HARD TIME BRUSHING YOUR CHILD’S TEETH, HERE ARE SOME TIPS TO TRY:

With two in three Australians diagnosed with skin cancer by age 70, all parents need to not only protect themselves from the sun, but their little ones as well. Cancer Council Queensland spokesperson Katie Clift said sunburn was a sign that skin had been significantly damaged.

“In Queensland, even on cooler and cloudier winter days when temperatures are lower, sunburn can still occur in as little as 15 minutes,” Ms Clift said.

“Young Queenslanders need to be more vigilant about staying SunSmart whenever they spend time outdoors – at the beach, the footy, by the pool and at backyard BBQs around this time of year.

BEING SUN SAFE TAKES FIVE STEPS

• Experiment with various flavours of toothpaste. Having a different flavour to choose each day can keep the routine interesting.

• Have a timer set up so they know how long to brush for.

• Try brushing their teeth on the bed. Having them lay down can make it easier to reach those back teeth.

• Sing a song while brushing their teeth. When the song ends, the job is done.

• Take turns – have your child brush your teeth, then you brush his teeth. Then, swap and have him brush his own teeth and you brush your own teeth.

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SLIP on protective clothing SLOP on SPF 30 or above broad-spectrum, water-resistant sunscreen SLAP on a broad-brimmed hat SEEK shade SLIDE on wrap-around sunnies.

Sun protection is required when the UV Index is three and above, which is all year round in Queensland.

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The trial pack is the perfect way to try all three mixes, containing a mini version of each of the following: • Choc-Beet Muffin Mix. • Sultana, Oat & Carrot Cookie Mix. • Cranberry, Fig & Seed Ball Mix.

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PREP TIME 15 mins FREEZE TIME 8 hours SERVES 8 INGREDIENTS 4 cups diced watermelon 1/4 cup fresh lime juice (about 1 - 2 limes) 1 teaspoon lime zest 1/4 cup agave syrup HOW TO MAKE Combine all ingredients in a blender until smooth.

Pour mixture into ice pop moulds.

(If you don't have an ice pop mould handy, make mini pops in an ice cube tray, or use small paper cups.)

Freeze in the freezer at least 8 hours or overnight.

This is a great quick summer meal, with a refreshing and simple dressing that accompanies lamb perfectly.

PREP TIME 5 mins COOK TIME 10 mins SERVES 4 INGREDIENTS 6 - 8 cuts of lamb such as loin chops 1 cube Adfresh Garlic Easy Cube 1/2 cup natural yoghurt Juice of half lemon 1 - 2 cubes Adfresh Coriander Easy Cubes Salt to taste HOW TO MAKE Using your favourite cut of lamb for the BBQ, such as cutlets or loin chops.

Rub 1 cube of Garlic Easy Cube over 6 - 8 pieces of meat.

If you have time let it rest. Cook on medium heat on bbq for 5 mins and then turn over and cook a further 5 mins (for medium lamb).

While lamb is cooking, prepare your coriander dressing by mixing together 1/2 cup natural yoghurt, juice of half lemon, 1 - 2 cubes Coriander Easy Cubes and salt to taste.

Rest the cooked meat before serving and add a good dollop of dressing on the side.

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HEALTHIER PREGNANCY So, you’re pregnant? Congratulations! Being pregnant is one of the most special times in your life. You are also probably finding yourself thinking more and more about your health and the health of your unborn child. With the abundance of information available these days, it can be confusing.

Firstly, you need to understand what being “healthy” is. Most people think that when you feel ok and can get through your day without feeling unwell, you are healthy. True health is actually determined by your body’s ability to adapt successfully to the stresses of life.

Being pregnant puts your body under a great deal of stress, so it is important to support your body and your unborn child with healthy lifestyle choices. These are my top five tips for a healthier pregnancy.

1. HAVE YOUR SPINE ASSESSED Seeing a chiropractor while you are pregnant (and planning to be) is my number one tip for a healthier pregnancy.

Chiropractors concentrate on your spine so your nervous system is working the best it can, leading to your whole body working optimally. Women tend to accept that the discomfort and pain you feel while pregnant is just something you have to put up with. This is not true. Through chiropractic care, the body is able to better adapt to the stresses of pregnancy, allowing you to feel more comfortable. Also, when your pelvis is in alignment, there will be more room for your body to move and grow.

2. DECREASE STRESS Emotional stress negatively impacts on your health whether you are pregnant or not. When you are stressed there is a cascade of hormonal changes that occur which changes the environment of your body. When you are in a stressed state, your body is not concentrating on growth and healing – which is exactly what you want your body to focus on when you are pregnant.

To bring your body out of a stressed state, five deep breaths concentrating on pushing your tummy out or just five minutes of meditation a day are simple and effective ways to bring your body back into a state supportive of growth and healing.

3. STAY ACTIVE While you are pregnant, it is important you continue to exercise regularly. Even though your body is changing, and you may not be able to do as much as you are used to doing, you must remember that you do need to have a notable level of fitness for birthing your baby and then recovering afterwards. Choose exercises that will not affect your centre of gravity such as walking, swimming or riding a stationary bike. Yoga is also a great option as it allows you to both stretch and strengthen your joints and muscles.

4. EAT SEASONAL, LOCAL, ORGANIC AND WHOLE FOODS As you are probably aware by now, the food you put in your mouth directly affects your health. What supplements you choose to take is very specific to your needs and should be discussed with your personal health care practitioner. Generally speaking, to eat SLOW (Seasonal, Local, Organic and Whole) is the way to go. You want to make sure you are fuelling your body to cope with the stress and changes of pregnancy, and you also want to make sure that the fuel your baby is using to grow is as best as you can provide.

5. REST AND LISTEN TO YOUR BODY Rest is vital for a healthy pregnancy. It is important to rest as much as you feel you need to right from day one, don’t wait until you have a big belly to justify the rest you crave. Every time you allow yourself to rest by sitting or lying down, you are increasing the amount of blood flowing to your baby, giving it the nutrients it needs. You will probably find yourself most comfortable lying on your side with pillows supporting you from the back and front.

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Getting crafty and creative.

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Dated wooly sweaters Gift boxes of various sizes Scissors Bows

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PONY PARTY Whether you celebrate the Melbourne Cup with a fun day at the races or prefer to place a quiet bet from the comfort of home, get into the racing season spirit by hosting your own Melbourne Cup for the little jockeys racing around your backyard.

Get the kiddies to put on their finest frocks, baby bow ties or checkered shirts and prepare for an afternoon of horse-tastic fun!

Here are some ideas for hosting your own horse-themed party that both kids and adults will jump over.

Not celebrating the Melbourne Cup this year? Save these ideas for the other racing events throughout the year, including the Cairns Amateurs and Cairns Cup! DECORATING WITH FLAIR

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HORSING AROUND: GAMES

• Make a banner using first, second and third place ribbons

• Carrots served on a bed of lettuce (grass)

• Pick up a horse piñata and let the kids take turns trying to break through.

Use chocolate gold coins as the prize

• Add a splash of colour to the table with checkered placemats or serviettes • Serve food out of mini trophies • Add coloured bows to the back of chairs

• Mini horse cheese and crackers: use a horse cookie cutter to cut out horse cheese, crackers or mini sandwiches • Green (grass) jelly

• Cover all tables with hay

• Hat shaped cake pops

• Use coloured tassels to hang on the corners of each table

• Mini stiletto bickies

• Cut out stencils of horses and glue them to frilly white dollies to place under the food

Handmade icing decorations above available at Icingbits. www.icingbits.com

• Jockey Cakes: Cupcakes topped with a checkered flag

• Top off the décor with plenty of colourful red, yellow and green crepe paper, paper lanterns and horse-themed balloons • If you happen to have the Farm Duplo set lying around in your toy room, use the white pickets to fence off the food platters. Or, make your own by painting paddle-pop sticks white

• Horse shoe pizza bites: roll puff pastry into the shape of mini horse shoes and fill with pizza sauce and cheese • Hay stacks: rice bubble treats wrapped in red liquorice • Fine finger food such as mini quiche, sausage and cheese puffs and smoked salmon rolls

• Purchase a large set of miniature horse animals and hide them around the backyard. Get the kiddies to go on a scavenger hunt and see how many horses they can find amongst the rocks, trees and garden beds.

• Play Pin the Ribbon on the Horse • Set up a game of Horse Shoes • Get crafty and set up a station where the kids can decorate their own hats.

Make the hat template out of card and pick up some glitter, feather, felt and other scraps • Host a fashions on the field with guests • Create a Dress the Jockey relay race • Host a Hobby Horse race • Play musical horses *Make sure you have Watch Me Whip/Watch Me Nae Nae on the song list

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SIMPLE WAYS (JUST IN TIME FOR CHRISTMAS) Wouldn’t it be great if you had an extra few hundred dollars given to you for the holiday season? Take money matters into your own hands with these simple ways to save and make money.

AROUND THE HOUSE

1. Start a loose change jar - At

the end of each week, everyone in the household dumps their loose change from their wallets, pockets and purses into the jar. Make this your “fun jar.”

2. Start a weekly saving box -

We did this last year and it worked wonderfully – for each week of the year, add that amount in dollars to their savings box. For example, week one, add one dollar, week 30, add 30 dollars and week 52, add 52 dollars.

In one year, you will have a grand total of $1729!

3. Get visual – Keep track of

your spending with spreadsheets, planners, vision boards or anything else that works for you.

4. Divvy up the money – For

some families, using envelopes and divvying up the funds to keep track of each expense can help ensure you do not go over each month.

5. Use the 30-day rule – Avoid IN THE KITCHEN

Story Jenna Gallina impulse buys by sticking to the 30-day spending rule. If you see something you love, give it a month.

If you still need it one month later, then buy it. More likely than not, the impulse to buy the item will be gone by the end of the month.

10. Go second hand – Op

6. Save and spend – Anytime

supplies – Swap the expensive cleaners for baking soda, warm water and white vinegar.

you spend money on something indulgent, from a new pair of shoes to a coffee, add the same amount to a savings jar.

7. Be energy efficient – Turn

lights off, reduce your shower times and reuse your bath water *Check out www.pakmag.com.au for more energy efficient tips.

shopping isn’t for everyone but you can find some amazing deals on clothing, toys and other household items.

11. Make your own cleaning 12. Swap babysitting with

neighbours – Babysitters are a killer when it comes to your budget. Start a neighbourhood babysitting system where you rotate with the other parents on your street.

8. Start your own garden – This

will cut down on the costs of some of your fruits and veggies.

9. Declutter – This helps you find

items that you thought you have lost and ensures you are not buying items you don’t need.

13. Stay away from takeaway –

It’s hard, I know... but reducing your weekly reliance on takeaway can save you $200 or more per month!

14. Freezer cook – Meal planning and freezer cooking is one of the easiest ways to save money on groceries and takeaway as well as save time in the kitchen.

15. Ditch one luxury each month

– Swap your monthly hair appointments to every second month. Spread out your weekly spray tan to once every month.

16. Go Meat-free on Mondays – Plan a weekly meal that doesn’t

involve meat. We spend about $10

on meat per family meal so swapping for more affordable veggies, lentils or beans can help.

17. Make lunches in advance – Pack all lunches the night before in case you wake up late. This avoids visits to the local café, pie van and tuck shop for the kids.

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ON ENTERTAINMENT

18. Consider Netflix – Starting

20. Think outside the toy box

19. Set a limit on entertainment

21. Entertain rather than go out

at $9 per month and you get a whole slew of movies, shows and kids entertainment. If you’re a movie watcher, then this is a great way to save on your weekly movie nights. for the children – Our limit is $30 an hour. If an activity costs more than this, then it’s a no-go.

– Look for ways to entertain the children that are completely free – from making things out of cardboard boxes to looking for fairies in the backyard.

– This saves you a fortune on public transport and meal costs. Ask your guests to bring a plate each.

WHEN OUT AND ABOUT

22. Bring your own coffee –

24. Buy in bulk – It may cost more up front but it

23. Carry water and a small

25. Always bring a shopping list – And stick to it!

26. Go Homebrand – In many instances, you

Invest in a coffee mug and avoid stopping on your way to work or out for the day. snack – No need to stop at the nearest servo if you are running errands and feel too hungry or thirsty to wait until you are back home.

will save you a small fortune down the road.

won’t even notice the difference in taste and quality (only in your bank account).

27. Pack food for road trips – And avoid the, “Mum, I‘m hungry, can we stop at Maccas?”

WITH YOUR FINANCES

28. Save your credit cards for

special occasions – Or even better, use a debit credit card so you are only spending money you have.

29. Switch to digital – Many

companies charge a fee for printed versions of your bill. Make the switch to email and you could save a few dollars each month.

WHEN GIFT GIVING

30. Always ask for better

– Make it a habit of contacting your bank and requesting better interest rates every six months or so.

31. Get to know the EFTPOS machines – Stick to your own banks’ machines and avoid a $3 charge per transaction. Even if

32. Make gifts whenever

you can – Homemade isn’t just more affordable but also so much more personal.

33. Swap gifts for vouchers –

Rather than buying your partner a Valentines, Anniversary and Birthday gift each year, make a pact to give vouchers for free services instead… for example, a voucher to ten back massages.

34. Buy birthday presents

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you are withdrawing money from a competitors machine twice a month, this adds up to close to $70 in one year.

go to around 20 birthday parties for other children every year. This adds up to a lot in presents. Look for gifts that are suitable for your children’s age group of friends and buy when these items are half off or heavily discounted. And then make sure you hide them from your own children.

35. Get the kids to make

birthday cards – Avoid buying the

$5 Hallmark card and get your kids to make their own cards instead.

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BLISS STORY Bree James They call it the island of the gods, and for good reason.

There is no other place quite like it. There is a special vibe, an authentic essence that touches and inspires visitors from all over the world. The flight is only around 4.5 hours, and with non-stop Jetstar flights to Bali (Denpasar) from Cairns, there's no reason not to go.

Bali would have to be one of the closest, most affordable destinations outside of Australia.

If you love shopping for clothes, jewellery, unique wooden and artistic items, listening to live music, and indulging in yummy food and drinks, massages, pedicures and manicures all at amazing prices, then Bali is definitely a place you should visit.

As soon as you hop off the plane and get through customs the tone of the holiday begins.

You have people wanting to carry your bags, offer you transport and book you on tours.

TOP TRAVEL TIPS

Do not drink anything with Arak as an ingredient.

Hire a Nanny. The kids loved doing the crafts with our nanny and were well looked after. It is a minimum five hours, and prices are approx $5 per hour. We used Bali Nannies Bali http://balinanniesbali.blogspot.com

Getting in and out of the country.

Be prepared to pay US $35 per person (inc children) for when you arrive at the customs desk. You only need to fill in one customs entry form per family. To exit the country the departure tax has now been abolished. Have your passport in a safe place ready at all times as there are four security checks.

Take your washing to one of the many laundries to get washed, pressed and folded for about $2 per kilo of washing.

Spend smart. Book your tours as you go. This saves money if you are not up for it on the day. Shopping options include The Krisna shops is the cheapest place to buy traditional Balinese items and souvenirs.

The Matahari is great for the Myer experience of Bali. There are also many quality designer clothes shops.

These shops do not allow bartering so save your bartering skills for the markets where you should be able to get the locals down to one third of their original price. Knowing a little bit of Bahasa (Indonesian) will often get you a better price.

To avoid Bali belly and getting ill, do not use the tap water to clean your teeth or to drink. Most hotels supply complementary bottled water. Eat cooked foods as much as possible.

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WHERE TO STAY SEMINYAK For upmarket bars, designer clothing and beach front dining SANUR OR JIMBARAN For the safest and cleanest beaches

Waterbom Waterpark

UBUD For arts and culture off the tourist track and away from the beach in the rice fields NUSA DUA For big resorts and tourist destinations KUTA For cheap shopping and top tourist attractions

Poolside Fun

WHAT TO DO VISIT THE WATERBOM PARK (or another water park) - enjoy world class slides and rides which are maintained at international safety standards. www.waterbom-bali.com Sunset Drinks

TAKE A DAYTRIP TO UBUD See the monkeys at the monkey forest, dine with views of the volcano or rice fields, and visit the markets for gorgeous wooden crafts, clothing and art.

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Feed a Bengal Tiger, ride an elephant, have your photo taken with an array of animals, hang out in the petting zoo, take a pony ride and lots more. www.bali-zoo.com ENJOY SUNSET DRINKS ON THE BEACH Listen to live music, order a Bintang, sit on bean bags, order a meal if you wish, watch the kids play and enjoy the sunset.

CURE THE RAINY DAY BLUES AT CANGGU CLUB Dining Out

With an indoor trampoline park Bounce Bali, Splash Water Park, Strike bowling alley, and an indoor tennis centre, Canggu Club is a great rainy day activity. www.cangguclub.com TAKE A BALINESE COOKING CLASS Discover the spiced flavours of Bali’s virtually unknown cuisine.

GET PAMPERED IN A BEAUTY SALON Get a massage, pedicure, manicure, salt scrub, facial, hair wash, and more. The prices are ridiculously cheap at the smaller spas with a massage costing around $7 per hour.

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BEST BEACH BUYS:

• Bintang Beer and New Radler Bintang Beer

• Good morning - selamat pagi

Why walk the streets shopping when you can sit on a beach, drink a coconut, and have the shopping come to you?

• A fresh, young coconut • Iga Babi Panggang (Baby Back Pork Ribs) • Nasi Campur (a sample plate of Balinese food) • Nasi Goreng (a rice dish with vegetables and can have added seafood or chicken if you wish)

• Good afternoon - selamat siang or selamat sore • Goodnight - selamat malam • Please - silahkan • No thank you - tidak terima kasi • You're welcome - sama sama • Sorry - ma'af • Excuse me - permisi

• Fresh juice smoothie

• Beautiful or pretty - indah

• Baby Guling (a whole cooked baby piglet) that you take a portion of

• How much - berapa

• Satays • Mie Goreng

• Money - rupiah • I have no more money singau ngulah pis

• Sarongs • Bracelets, necklaces and rings • A huge range of kites • Silver and wooden statues, elephants, buddhas and more • Temporary tattoo's • Gorgeous paintings on canvas that you can roll and take home to stick on a frame • Hats • Watches and sunglasses • Fireworks, lanterns and more

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Consider the 60-30-10 Rule When decorating a particular room, try to stick to 60 per cent of a dominant colour, 30 per cent of a secondary colour and 10 per cent of an accent colour. Often your accent colour comes from the accessories that you choose.

Accessorise with things like lamps, throws, rugs, pillows, candles, wall hangings, and indoor plant holders. A few bright pillows can add a splash of colour and freshness to any living space.

Know the Colour Schemes Essentially there are two main types of colour schemes: complementary and analogous.

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Analogous colour schemes are next to each other on the colour wheel, such as yellow and green, blue and violet, or red and orange and are best for casual family rooms and dens.

Understand Colour Codes

A3 Abstract Art Print Etsy Store: AMMIKI (RRP $40.00)

We may not even notice but certain colours are associated with particular emotions, seasons and feelings. Blues and browns tend to be associated with a more restful feel while reds and yellows are associated with a lively living space.

Colours are often also associated with the season – autumn colours such as mustard yellows, russets and browns will create a calm and subdued space, perfect for resting. Spring colours, on the other hand, are more uplifting; pinks, lilac and saffron yellow create an innocent, fresh look to a room.

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