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Hello and welcome to the September Father’s Day edition of PakMag, dedicated to all the dads out there.

We have several tips for successful sleepovers, dealing with bullying and other classroom concerns and hosting a pirate party for little buccaneers.

We also have some great giveaways for dad, so make sure you enter the competitions through our website – www.pakmag.com.au, plus we’ve located 50 of our favourite outdoor hot spots in Cairns. Tackle one area each weekend!

So to all the dads and stepdads out there, I hope you get spoilt this Father’s Day. Enjoy our massive September edition and don’t forget to tell everyone, you read it in PakMag.

05 Feature: Doting Dads 06 Feature: Sleepover Success 09 Education: Living with Worry

Anxiety in Children

11 Baby: Self-Care for New Mums 12 Bump And Bub: WIN

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14 WIN: Father’s Day Prize Pack 16 Craft: Handmade Gifts For Dad 18 Celebrate: Party Pirates

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20 Fashion: Dressing Dad 22 Home with Caro & Kingi:

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DOTING DADS “Anyone can be a father but it takes a special man to be a daddy.”

This month it’s all about Dad (well, for one Sunday at least). So whether you are spending the weekend camping, are planning a special brunch, are enjoying an afternoon BBQ with the family or are simply lounging around the house, make sure you remind the special man in your life just how amazing he is.

Sometimes all that dads do goes unnoticed, but, even if being a dad can seem a little thankless sometimes, it is definitely the greatest job on earth.

Why Being a Dad is the Best: • You have an excellent reason to buy (and play) Lego.

It’s for the kids after all.

• You have a play mate for life.

• You have someone to pass on your love of bodily functions, especially at the dinner table.

• You have someone who not only looks up to you, but who thinks the world of you.

• You have a never ending supply of cuddles and kisses.

• You discover you have several super powers that you never knew you possessed, like how to make monsters go away and how to fix an injury with a simple kiss and cuddle.

• You get to experience the world through your children’s eyes (and act like a kid all over again).

• And, most importantly, you understand just how amazing unconditional love really is.

KIDS BOOKS JUST FOR DADS

For Dads with a Son Just Me and My Dad by Mercer Mayer

For Dads with Toddlers Daddy Hugs

by Karen Katz

For Dads with a Daughter Pink me Up by Charise Mericle Harper

For Stepdads Stepdaddy by Libby Tyree

For the Star Wars Dad Darth Vader and Son by Jeffrey Brown

For FIFO and DIDO Dads My Boomerang Dad by Deanne Hislop

In a circle – Father’s Day – Sunday, September 4th

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SUCCESS STORY Jenna Gallina

There’s so much more to sleepovers than pillow fights, glow sticks and scary movies. So join the fun with these adorable overnight ideas and tips for slumber party success.

The Sleepover Basics.

Hosting a sleepover, especially your child’s first one, can be a lot of fun for both you and your child, especially the planning process. So here are our top tips to help you prepare for the big night:

1. First time? Consider a half sleepover.

Staying overnight for the first time (or having guests over) can be a little overwhelming for kids. It may sound fun in theory but when it’s time for bed, many kids will start feeling anxious and homesick. Consider hosting a ‘half’ sleepover where the kids can pack pyjamas, play games, make dinner, watch movies and then head home around 9pm.

2. Invitation etiquette Aim for an even number of children.

Three’s a crowd. As is five, seven and nine. Aim to have an even number of guests for any games that are played.

3. Have a code word.

Letting the kids play independently is important but it’s also imperative that you provide adequate supervision without looking like an overprotective parent. A good idea is to have a code word that your child can use if things get out of hand (guests are fighting, someone is hurt) and she needs you to micro-manage the situation.

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4. Prepare for problems.

Because someone always forgets a toothbrush or feels homesick. Below are a few of the most common situations that may arise.

Sleepless kiddies – It’s 4.00am and you can still hear the giggles coming from the living room. It’s up to you how you handle it. Do you reprimand them in your meanest “go to sleep” voice or simply wait it out?

Homesickness – No matter how welcoming the environment is, sometimes homesickness hits. Be prepared to make a late night call to a parent – it happens to the best of us.

Accidents at night – Have extra clothing and an extra sleeping bag just in case. And make sure you are discreet when helping the child.

Fights between guests – Children clash and sometimes it will be on your turf. Separate the kids to talk to them one on one, suggest a new activity and help them to move on from the incident.

Forgotten items – Have extra pyjamas, swimmers, towels and toothbrushes on hand, just in case.

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Arts, Crafts and Games Galore.

Fun with Food.

Keeping your guests entertained isn’t always a problem

Homemade pizzas are always a success as kids can choose the toppings. Tacos are another good one as each child can pick and choose what to include in their taco.

as many children can entertain themselves for hours on end. However, it is good to have a few crafts or games

set up just in case the guests cannot agree or are bored.

Indoor and outdoor activities.

If the weather cooperates, a game of tug-o-war or hide ‘n

seek before dinner can help the kids work up an appetite and burn off some energy. During the hotter months you may even get away with setting up a sprinkler or slip ‘n’ slide for an hour of water play.

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For dessert, you may want to set up a cupcake decorating or sundae making station or set up a snack bar where everyone can choose different treats such as nuts, popcorn, frozen yogurt and jelly. Limit extra sugary sweets before bed unless you want the kids running around the neighbourhood bare foot and crazy at midnight.

Indoor activities that are always a hit include board games

Just be sure to find out any food intolerances from the parents before choosing your sleepover menu.

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Setting the Stage for Sleep.

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You will be hard pressed to find a sleepover where the kids are fast asleep before their regular bed time. In general, the more kids involved, the longer it will take everyone to settle down. And it is at night when many of the other problems (see point 4) arise.

(think Twister), karaoke (ear plugs for you and your partner or creating a dance routine be interested in setting up a spa with different

pampering areas for nails, hair and makeup.

Personalise pillow cases.

A simple craft that all kids will love is personalising pillow

cases. Simply ask each guest to bring a white pillowcase

(or supply them) and let the kids get creative with sharpie pens. Draw out their names in bubble writing, add

embellishments or sketch a picture of a famous character

Here are some ways to ease your guests into sleep mode:

Set up a sleep timer in the form of balloons.

You need six balloons and a sharpie. Place a different time (5.00pm, 6.00pm, 7.00pm, 8.00pm, 9.00pm and 10.00pm) on each balloon and let the kids pop the balloon as the time comes. When the balloons run out, then it’s bedtime.

or celebrity. The kids can take them home as a reminder of

Sleep smart. And fair.

Photo booth fun.

Keep everyone on equal sleeping ground and opt for an egalitarian circle set up which allows for better conversation and ensures no one is sleeping on the edge and feeling left out.

the fun.

Photo booths, complete with kooky costumes, funny signs and goofy

accessories are great fun at weddings

and sleepovers too. Set up an area where

they can put on fancy outfits (feather boas, high

heels, large sunnies, fancy hats) and let them take a few

photos. Drape a colourful sheet over the wall or invest in a strip of wall paper to hang for the backdrop.

If you are feeling extra creative you may even want to create a massive dome of blankets and pillows for all the kids to crash under. Because nothing is more fun than sleeping in a fort, except perhaps sharing the fort with your best mates.

Good luck to all the mums and dads venturing into the slumber party scenario – make sure you check out PakMag’s website for crafts, recipes and other ideas to keep the kiddies entertained during their overnight adventure.

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Living with Worry - Anxiety in Children STORY Jenna Gallina “I don’t want to go to school. My stomach hurts.” – it’s something many parents have heard before. For parents with a child struggling with anxiety, where this plea is usually accompanied by tears, tantrums or panic attacks, this simple phrase can leave you feeling concerned, confused and at a complete loss as to what to do.

Approximately two to nine per cent of children and teenagers are diagnosed with anxiety disorders in Australia and countless more suffer behind closed doors.

Anxiety can be a crippling condition for your child and, as a parent, watching it unfold can leave you feeling overwhelmed, helpless and most likely guilty. In most instances there is nothing you are doing to cause their anxiety; it is something that comes from within. But there are ways you can help them and it starts by understanding and identifying the signs of this illness.

In addition to excessive worrying, children with anxiety disorders often have trouble sleeping, difficulty concentrating and can experience diarrhoea, stomach aches and headaches. Emotionally, anxiety can impact a child’s thought processes, and can result in a child striving for perfection, being overwhelmed by unrealistic threats and consumed with fearful thoughts, avoiding social situations (such as school) and feeling afraid, uneasy, restless and sick.

What parents need to know about children with anxiety.

Its okay for your child to worry – It is our body’s natural reaction to worry when threatened. Anxiety, however, causes our brains to think a situation is threatening when it’s actually not.

Anxiety is not ‘made up’ – Yes, anxiety impacts the thought process and many people assume

it’s all in the sufferer’s head, but this is not true. It is often part of a person’s internal temperament.

Anxiety may be the result of another condition - Anxiety can be more common in children with Autism Spectrum Disorders, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Oppositional Defiant Disorder and depression. See our Behavioural Busters article at www.pakmag.com.au for more information on these conditions.

Getting Control of Anxiety When a child (or anyone, for that matter) is experiencing anxiety or a phobia to an extent that it causes genuine distress and interferes with normal functioning, then it’s time to get help.

There are psychological support services available across Cairns that can help with diagnosis, treatment and management.

There are plenty of coping mechanisms that can help children determine realistic thoughts and fears from unrealistic ones. There are also ways to help children practice mindfulness, to prevent panic attacks and to gain more control in social situations.

What approach you take will depend on your child and the assessment done by a professional.

And while I can’t tell you exactly how to help your child with anxiety, I can tell you that recognising the signs and accepting help is the first step in the right direction.

Anxiety manifests in various ways and in varying severities.

Separation anxiety – an intense fear of being away from family Social anxiety – an intense fear of being in social situations, such as school Phobia – an intense fear of a certain object, situation or event Social phobia – an intense fear of how others see you characterised by extreme shyness Generalised anxiety disorder – unrealistic worries about a broad range of possibilities including what might happen and what has happened in the past Post-traumatic stress disorder – a type of anxiety that develops due to a traumatic event and often results in irritability, violence, changes in sleep patterns and problems concentrating Obsessive compulsive disorder – the persistence of unwanted thoughts that results in children feeling compelled to repeat a particular action

Helpful Books: The Worried Child.

By Paul Foxman Anxiety-Free Children.

By Bonnie Zucker What To Do When You Worry Too Much.

By Dawn Huebner

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Self-Care New Mums STORY Dr Elizabeth Chappel (BSc MBBS FRACGP)

I saw a meme this morning on Facebook - “Behind every great kid is a mum who is pretty sure she is screwing it all up.”

Mother’s guilt has a lot to answer for. From the second we get that positive pregnancy test the guilt and the worry starts to sink in.

• “I shouldn’t have had so many drinks last week.”

• “I shouldn’t be smoking.”

• “What if that Panadol I had for a headache damages my baby?”

And so the (negative) self-talk starts. And I am not too sure when it ends. I’ve met many mums well into their 80s who are still worried about their children.

you can. This may involve compromise: the house doesn’t need to be immaculate; you don’t have to watch that final episode on TV; and it’s ok to have an afternoon nap. Sleep is vital to your well-being.

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Eat vegetables.

And lots of them! Try to focus on the healthiest diet that you can. That doesn’t mean calorie restriction, but more like avoiding processed foods, junk foods, alcohol, nonprescription medication and smoking.

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Take time out.

One of the best things that you can do for your children is to be a positive role model - to be happy, healthy and energetic. This means being the best possible version of yourself. So how can you do this, especially when you have a newborn?

Take time with your children to get outside every day. You don’t need to frantically exercise, but just keep moving.

Walk bare foot on the beach or go swimming at a favourite swimming hole. Enjoy moving and enjoy nature.

Start with some self-care

It’s also important to take time by yourself to have a coffee with friends, to laugh and to have fun.

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Rest. (I can hear you laughing )

Ok, so maybe you are not going to achieve the conventional eight to 10 hours of sleep each night that you used to take for granted before children, but try to get as much rest when

These three basic concepts will take you a long way towards being a fantastic role model for your children, and enable you to have the vitality to really enjoy every step of their journey into adulthood.

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THREE TIPS TO HELP WITH YOUR CHILDCARE SEARCH Wanting the very best for your child is great motivation for any parent, and when it comes to choosing an early learning and care provider it can be a daunting experience if you’re unsure what to look for. To help parents and carers make this all-important decision, Goodstart Early Learning has three simple tips.

1. Start your search early Finding high quality child care is very important. Research shows that 80 per cent of a child’s brain development occurs in the first five years and children who attend early learning are one third less likely to start school behind.

Starting your search early will put you in a better position to secure childcare where and when you need it – doing your research during pregnancy is a great time to start!

2. Undertake a centre tour, meet the team and ask about the learning programs

Visiting centres you are interested in will help you narrow the search and find the right provider to meet your child’s needs. Centre tours are a valuable way to meet the centre director and educators. Don’t be afraid to ask about their qualifications in early childhood development. You’ll also get a feel of the indoor and outdoor learning environments and hear first-hand how the programs can support your child’s learning, development and wellbeing.

3. If the childcare centre is in high demand, be flexible with start and days

Wherever possible, remain flexible with your start date and days of childcare if the centre is at full capacity. When a spot becomes available at a centre, remaining flexible with your days and when you commence childcare can mean you get your foot in the door. Once your child is within care, centre directors should work with you to help secure additional days or preferred days once these places became available.

Starting your search?

A good place to start your search is the Australian Children’s Education & Care Quality Authority (ACECQA) Building Blocks website. For information regarding Goodstart centres, call 1800 222 543. Their team will organise a centre tour and discuss your needs and childcare availability.

WHAT ABOUT DAD – POST NATAL DEPRESSION IN FATHERS In many households Dad is the pillar of strength. Dad kisses the boo-boos, chases the monsters from the closet and makes all the worries in the world disappear with a simple cuddle. But what happens when Dad is suffering in silence and struggling with a mental illness?

Recent research confirms that postnatal depression and anxiety affects around one in 10 new dads. Although these mental illnesses are often associated with new mums, dads are affected too.

“Stress, sleep deprivation, new responsibilities and changing relationships, as well as feelings of inadequacy and uncertainty all contribute to how dads cope with becoming a parent,” PANDA CEO, Ms Smith tells PakMag. Knowing that your man isn’t coping can be difficult but some signs to look for include an increased reliance on drugs and alcohol, trouble focusing at work and detachment from you and bub.

“The best way to know how dad is going is to ask him,” Ms Smith explains. Make time every day to talk about your thoughts and let your partner know that you are there to listen.

"Sometimes new dads don't even realise that there's something bothering them, until someone close checks in and asks.”

It is also important that new dads recognise this important life transition. Becoming a dad is a massive responsibility and it’s only natural to feel a little freaked out.

Give your partner time to get used to this change and to find a balance between work and home life.

In some instances additional help and medical intervention is required. And this is not something to be ashamed about.

The most important thing is that everyone in the family is healthy, happy and coping with the change.

If you or anyone you know is struggling with perinatal anxiety or depression, call PANDA’s free National Perinatal Anxiety and Depression Helpline (1300 726 306).

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FOR DAD Father’s Day just isn’t complete without handmade crafts from the kids. In addition to a card and a gift they make at daycare or school, you probably want to do something special with the kids just for dad.

This year we’ve decided to whip up a few gifts that are not only lovingly handmade, but also incredibly handy. Both of our crafts can be done with the kids (with adult supervision of course, unless you want a kitchen covered in paprika and a lounge room covered in Sharpie Pen). And both will be enjoyed by Dad. Here are our easy guides to making the perfect marinade for Sunday afternoon’s BBQ and an adorable personalised mug for Sunday morning’s coffee.

Dried Mustard

Black Pepper

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BBQ DRY RUB SPICE MIX

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Garlic Powder

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If your man is anything like mine, then having a good seasoning on steak, pork or any other meat makes a meal. This BBQ dry rub spice is a tantalising combination of spicy flavours that will bring out the zest in all meats. And, best of all, most of the ingredients are probably already hidden away in the pantry, just begging to be used.

This recipe makes enough to cover 3.5 kilograms of meat really well. Place the mixture in a jar and you can use it for more than one meal (if you’re not keen to cook up 3.5 kilograms of meat in one sitting).

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• 1 Teaspoon Dried Mustard

• 2 Tablespoons Paprika

• 2 Tablespoons Chilli Powder

• 1 Teaspoon Dried Thyme

• 1/2 Teaspoon Black Pepper

• 1 Teaspoon Garlic Powder

• 2 Tablespoons Sugar

• 1 Tablespoon Salt

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Making BBQ dry rub is incredibly easy. Simply mix all the ingredients together (just make sure you break up all the clumps of sugar). Add the mixture to your favourite meat and cook. It works for meat made on the BBQ, baked in the oven and pan fried.

KIDS ART ON A MUG

Sharpie Oil-Based Paint Marker - Medium Point Sharpie Pen mugs are all the rage these days. Well here is an idea just for Dad – a mug featuring the kids’ amazing artwork.

Little ones will love being able to use special Sharpie Pens and Dad will love having a reminder of just how special he is anytime he enjoys a cuppa.

WHAT YOU NEED • Plain white mugs • Oil-based Sharpie paint markers (in various colours) • Stencils for decoration • Rubbing alcohol and cotton balls • Nail polish remover • Cotton buds • Oven

How To MakE 1. Clean the mug with rubbing alcohol and cotton balls. Let dry.

2. Let the kids draw what they would like on the mug, whether it’s a funny face, a monster, a rainbow, a butterfly, a picture of the family or simply the word DAD in bubble writing. Any mistakes can be fixed with nail polish remover dabbed on a cotton bud.

3. Let dry for 24 hours before putting the mug in a cold oven on a cookie sheet. Bake at 210 degrees Celsius for 30 minutes.

4. Leave the mug in the oven until oven has cooled (to reduce cracking).

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Arrr matey, it’s time to get into the swashbuckling spirit with this month’s party guide. Gather the little buccaneers for a whale of a good time with these treats, sweets, games and lolly bag ideas.

TREASURED TREATS Ocean jelly – Top your individual cups of blue jelly with miniature pirate flags.

Bandana Bananas – Ddd bandanas and faces to your bananas.

Pirate platter – Det sail with a fruit salad boat made of watermelon with apple slice sails.

Skull-shaped bickies – Shiver their timbers with skullthemed bickies.

Chest of treats – Pick up a cheap treasure chest and fill with chips, popcorns or other tasty snacks.

CRAFTS AND GAMES Estimation station – Guess the number of gold coins in a treasure chest.

Dig for buried treasure – If you have a sand box, then this is a great one to keep the little sea rovers happy.

Host a treasure hunt in the backyard – The losing team has to walk the plank.

Pirate photo booth – Pick up a few plastic swords, bandanas, eye patches, fake moustaches and plastic hooks and let your pirates pose for pictures.

Ring around the sword – A scurvy version of the traditional ring toss.

Make pirate telescopes – Cellophane paper, paper towel rolls and various craft materials are all you need.

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Every child needs a little area to call his or her own. And this is exactly what a cubbyhouse can provide – a small (to you) but spacious (to your child) area where a child can go to play, create and reflect.

There is no exact science to designing an indoor or outdoor cubby house. It comes down to the personal taste of your child as well as the space that you are working with. But below are some basic tips for designing both indoor and outdoor cubby houses with flair and fun.

INDOOR CUBBY HOUSES

OUTDOOR CUBBY HOUSES

The name of the game when creating a cubby house indoors is cosiness. Sometimes kids need a bit of a time out and having a dome of comfort is a great way to let them have their own space that helps to shape their identity.

Outdoor cubby houses are often a lot more detailed and bigger than indoor ones. And while indoor cubbies provide a great area for children to reflect, outdoor cubby houses offer a space for children to play in an area that is all their own.

Start with a tepee, add cushions, blankets and a few wicker baskets to hold quiet activity supplies such as colouring-in books and crayons, picture books, puzzles and a few of his or her favourite stuffed animals.

Consider creating a cooking nook with a tea set, pretend kitchen, BBQ set or mud area. Add a table and chairs setting and some shelving to hold their items.

Keep the lighting calm and serene with fairy lights or a cute reading light.

No parent wants to trip over a cubby house every time they come inside or need to vacuum so place the cubby in a corner which allows for privacy for the child but also provides adequate supervision.

Consider adding a chalk board or even a letterbox to the front of the house so you and your child can exchange messages while in your private areas. And be sure to make time to come over to your child’s cubby for tea or a BBQ every once and a while.

The benefit of having either an indoor or an outdoor cubby house is that it provides children with their own space all the while allowing you to supervise (and hopefully get a few things done while the kids play).

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Copper Square Cushion Assorted www.fantasticfurniture.com.au (RRP $25.00ea)

White Rabbit England Lamp www.luminouslights.net.au (RRP $199.90)

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Play Teepee in Orange www.earthtoys.net (RRP $165.00)

Child Swing Forest Green - Solvej www.playmackay.com.au (RRP $140.00 $126.00)

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Kimbra Round 180cm Rug www.fantasticfurniture.com.au (RRP $99.00)

Le Toy Van - Chococcino Coffee Machine www.earthtoys.net (RRP $54.95)

Handcrafted Timber Kitchen www.earthtoys.net (RRP $450.00)

Tea Set 17pc - Green Toys www.playmackay.com.au (RRP $68.00)

Saucepan with Veggies - Micki www.playmackay.com.au (RRP $44.25)

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Never has timber and steel come together in such an eclectic way as through the latest trend in interior design – industrial modern. Combining the “warehouse look” of industrial design with the “polished, sleek and smooth” look of modern interiors, you can get the best of both looks. So how can you perfect this look for your living space? Think neutral tones, exposed surfaces and wood and metal combined with basic shapes, monochrome colours, functional lines and curves and clean, simple décor.

Minaret Pendant www.earlysettler.com.au (RRP $99.00 $79.00)

Brochant Dining Package & Fulham 2 Benches www.earlysettler.com.au (RRP $1,897.00 $1,398.00) The Lofts Suede Cushion www.earlysettler.com.au (RRP $29.00 )

Kika Square Cushion www.fantasticfurniture.com.au (RRP $20.00 )

Fulham Shelving Unit 2000 x 1200 www.earlysettler.com.au (RRP $599.00 $529.00)

Copper Grand Maroq String Light www.luminouslights.net.au (RRP $69.90)

Kristoff Floor Lamp www.fantasticfurniture.com.au (RRP $79.00)

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Eco High Chair Without Tray www.earthtoys.net (RRP $125.00)

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