PakMag Cairns - April 2020 Issue 154

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Easter Activities • Supporting Children Through the Pandemic Huge Prizes • Coronavirus: Facts Vs Fear • Different Learning Styles

Welcome 8

Hello and welcome to the Easter edition of PakMag.

Entertainment

10 Facing Fear

Wowzers, what an interesting start to 2020.

13 The Thing Is

During these challenging times it’s important to remember that we are all in this together and as a community we need to support one another.

15 Supporting Children

Through the Pandemic 19 Building a Foundation for

Learning with Kumon 21 The Different Learning Styles 24 STEAM: Videography and Photography 26 Terrific Teachers 28 AFL Snapped 31 Tweens and Teens 32 Why Your Teen Needs a

Sex Fairy Godparent 35 The Fourth Trimester 36 Bump, Bub and Beyond 39 What’s On at Your Place 41 MiniMag 49 Local Produce Recipes

Check in with the vulnerable and elderly in our community. Make sure they have the essentials they need during this time and know they have someone who cares about them and their wellbeing. In the same spirit; please support local.

Every local business needs you right now. Every dollar you spend, and every piece of marketing you can share will make a difference. Buy from businesses that you know by name, or that you know are local.

Check on friends who own a business, drop them a coffee, talk about their business to others, ask them if you can help in any way. Many of these businesses sponsor our kid’s schools, give prizes to our raffles, employ locals and even make this free resource PakMag possible. Every bit of support we can offer them in return counts.

I truly hope you have an incredible Easter with your family. Many of us are now staying local, so enjoy the beauty of our region. We have lots of ideas in this edition. Stay safe, keep those hands washed and let’s take care of each other.

Until next time, happy parenting and don’t forget to tell everyone you read it in PakMag.

50 Easter Recipes 53 All Things Health 55 Coronavirus - Facts Vs Fear 59 The PakMag Experts 61 A Family Practice That Cares 62 1300Smiles Dentists Snapped 64 Business News 66 Family Farmhouse 69 Local Activities Guide

PakMag Founder and Editor-in-Chief Bree James

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Entertainment

Check it Out Check out these child-friendly (and parent-friendly) apps that’ll keep them engaged and entertained whilst learning.

Lightbot: Code Hour Ages: 8+ Cost: free Get it for: iOS or Android

Skyview Ages: 3+ Cost: free Get it for: iOS or Android SkyView app is a free augmented reality (AR) app for both iOS and Android devices, that uses your smartphone's camera to uncover different stars, constellations, planets, star clusters and other celestial bodies in the night sky. They point the device in any direction and see what planets, constellations, and even satellites are in the sky above them whether they are inside or outside it doesn’t matter.

When they see something on the screen, they can tap on it, and then read a bunch of facts about it. Kids can learn about astronomy and tonnes of sky-related factoids; from astronauts and their missions to distances of stars from Earth.

They can build their research skills by tracking and recording the trajectory of their favourite planet.

SkyView Universe is well-suited to give kids who are already interested in astronomy the information they seek and also to inspire kids who may not have wondered about the sky to be more curious.

SkyView Universe gives loads of science information with some cool features, but the amount and depth of exploration is up to the kids.

Lightbot: Code Hour introduces kids of all ages to the basic concepts of coding and the logic that computer programmers use to write code, all without having to actually code!

Instead, the app has kids get Lightbot through different pathways by using functions commonly found in code. This app is a great way to get your kid interested in coding and computer programming, without overwhelming them.

Spelling Stage Ages: 4+ Cost: free Get it for: iOS

GoNoodle Ages: 4-10 Cost: free Get it for: iOS or Android Make screen time active with 300+ dance videos, yoga exercises, and mindfulness activities for kids! Everything is designed especially for kids (age 4-10).

The GoNoodle App only includes content approved

by GoNoodle’s team of child development experts and there are no in-app purchases. You can trust your kids are safe with GoNoodle.

Kids may usually find spelling words difficult.

This is one of the greatest spelling apps created for educational and family entertainment, perfect for users over the age of 4.

Whether you’re the next spelling bee champion or just learning the alphabet, this spelling game can help you become the ultimate speller of all time!

Duolingo Ages: 10+ Cost: free, optional ad-free Duolingo Get it for: iOS or Android Learn a language. Duolingo is a great app to learn a different language.

Japanese, Spanish, German, French, Italian, Chinese, Korean, Hindi, or Indonesian to name a few. Practice through audio, word identification, and oral exercises for over 30 languages. It's a great way for your family to learn a new language together.

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Quick Maths Jr. Ages: 7-11 Cost: free Get it for: iOS or Android Quick Math Jr. is an award-winning app that covers the essential foundations of mathematics, including counting, addition and subtraction, place value, writing numbers and much more! From the creators of the award-winning Quick Math series, Quick Math Jr. is a fun way to develop mathematics skills and confidence.

Kaspersky Safe Kids Ages: 7-11 Cost: free or premium is $19.95 Get it for: iOS, Android, Mac, PC. Is an online wonder tool for parents to be able to safeguard and monitor their children online. It allows you to block access to adult websites and content, block harmful YouTube search requests on topics like drugs and alcohol and helps you manage access to games and inappropriate apps and websites. It even lets you manage their screen time by device, so it shuts down after their time limit has been reached. You can add the app on multiple devices, and your phone can manage at the click of a button to see what they are up to online, or cut short their internet time.

The app also uses a GPS tracker so you can locate your child’s whereabouts on a real-time online map, and if you like, you can also define a safe area for them to stay in and the app alerts you instantly if they step beyond it. If that’s not enough, it also tells you when they’re running low on battery so you can warn them to plug in.

For more info head to www.pakmag.com.au/thingswelove

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Feature

Facing Fear STORY Bree James Fear is a human emotion that is triggered by a perceived threat.

It is a survival mechanism that signals our body to respond to danger in fight or flight mode. The term 'fight-or-flight' represents the choices that our ancient ancestors had when faced with danger in their environment. They could either fight or flee.

In either case, the physiological and psychological response to stress and fear prepared their body to react to the danger.

Fear is an essential part in keeping us safe.

However, in today’s modern world, as much as we aren’t fearful of getting eaten by a lion like our ancestors were, we are subjected to so much more fear through media, negative thinking, and stresses that our ancestors didn’t have to worry about.

So How Does Fear Work?

Fear prepares us to react to danger. Our brains can’t distinguish the difference between imagination or reality. So, every time you have a thought, it releases the same neurochemicals regardless of whether you are thinking about the past, the present, or the future.

Therefore, in reality, you don’t need to be actually experiencing fear physically, you just need to be thinking about fear and your body can still have the same physical response.

Think about something that really scares you now and watch your heart race that little bit more. Yep, it’s that simple.

Once we sense a potential danger, our body releases hormones that:

Fear also interrupts processes in our brains that allow us to regulate emotions, read non-verbal cues and much more. This impacts our thinking and decisionmaking in negative ways, leaving us susceptible to intense emotions and impulsive reactions. All of these effects can leave us unable to act appropriately.

It goes without saying that fear impacts our mental health. Other consequences of long-term fear include fatigue, clinical depression, and PSTD. So how can we settle our brains when it goes into fear, and move our bodies out of this state? We need to calm our amygdala down first. There are things you can do to speed up that process and get control of your emotional state.

Things You Can Try • Name your emotions as you experience them.

This helps to engage the thinking part of your brain and trigger mindfulness.

• Take deep breaths from your abdomen. Breathing deeply will help to bring oxygen to the brain and slow you down.

• Slow or shut down functions not needed for survival (such as our digestive system).

• Draw on mindfulness. Look around you and notice things in the environment. This will help you to move out of your head and back into the situation.

• Sharpen functions that might help us survive (such as eyesight). Our heart rate increases, and blood flows to muscles so we can run faster.

• Take a timeout. If you are truly feeling out of control, excuse yourself from the situation you are in to get a hold of your emotions.

Our body also increases the flow of hormones to an area of the brain known as the amygdala to help us focus on the presenting danger and stores this fear in our memory to learn from in the future.

• See your doctor.

This is great for when we are really in danger, but what if we aren’t? How is this state of fear impacting our health? Uncertainty drives fear and worry, and living in this state of mind can seriously impact our health.

Fear weakens our immune system and can cause gastrointestinal problems such as ulcers and IBS, decreased fertility, and cardiovascular damage. It can also lead to accelerated aging and premature death.

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• See a councillor or therapist.

• Try EFT (emotional freedom technique).

• Ask your pharmacist about herbs or medications that can calm you.

• Learn meditation.

• Try yoga.

• Go for a walk.

• Exercise.

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The Thing Is

The Thing Is with Bree James I always try and look for the positives in life.

Some call me the ‘Queen of Denial’ because my whole world can be falling apart and yet I still soldier on. It’s quite interesting to have the whole world in turmoil together, and for a change, it has been a bit of a challenge for me to look for the positives. That said, there is some comfort in knowing we are all in the same boat, so that’s the first positive I found when I started to look for one.

I’ve always been in charge of my destiny, so to have something out of my control that could massively impact people I love, our way of life, and my ability to do what I love, has really knocked the wind out of me.

The thing is, as much as we think we live in a free country, the past few weeks have shown us that this can change overnight. If you needed a wake-up call about life, we are all getting one at the same time, whether we like it or not.

The first wake-up call is that our health is the most important thing in our life. If you have been neglecting your health, I hope the threat of this virus means you make a commitment to look after yourself more.

You only get one body, one heart, one mind and one spirit - you have to look after them.

The second wake-up call is that it doesn’t matter how hard you work, your way of earning a dollar can change in an instant. I have been through so many tough times in business over the decades, and one thing I know for sure is that tough times don’t last, tough people do.

I don’t know anyone who isn’t a little worried about how we are going to get through this situation, but what I do know is, we will.

The third wake-up call is that connection is so important. The past few weeks I have been so busy trying to keep up with my work, but I have still stopped to call and check in on people I care about, or had a quick catch up over a coffee, to really see how people are going. I have seen and connected with more people in the past four weeks than I have done in a long time.

Times like this bring us closer together.

I am sure there are a lot more wake up calls to come.

I think for a long time we have lived such a privileged life. Tough times build resilience. Our ancestors went through way worse and have constantly told us how lucky we are. I hope many of us realise now how right they were.

In a world currently filled with so much uncertainty, the best thing we can do is focus on the positives and focus on what we can control. Look after our health, be smart with where we spend our dollars, use our stimulus money locally (that’s what the money was given to us for), and support one another.

For every negative, find three positives.

In the end if we have our health and are surrounded by people we love, there is a lot to be thankful for.

Bree www.breejames.com www.myvisionbook.com.au

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Parenting

Supporting Children Through the Coronavirus Pandemic: What Parents Can Do STORY Dr Rosina McAlpine, CEO Win Win Parenting.

It’s scary! We’re experiencing a pandemic.

Supermarket shelves are empty. Families are fighting over toilet paper. Events are being cancelled. Days off work and school. Rising fear due to loss of income and increased financial stress. Potential self-isolation and going a little stir-crazy. Endless cycles of bad news with reports highlighting the exponential rate the virus is spreading and the increasing number of deaths worldwide. The whole situation is inciting more and more fear as the days go by.

Right now, there’s no end in sight. Adults and children are confused, anxious and worried about the future.

As a parent, you might be “just coping” yourself but what about the children?

Are your children acting out? Seeming a little more anxious or stressed? As a parent you want to do everything you can to help your children be safe and feel safe – but perhaps you’re unsure how to help.

Here are seven practical strategies to alleviate your children’s fear and stress levels and to help them develop the resilience they need to get through these challenging times.

1. Are You OK? Children look to their parents for how to respond to a situation. If you’re not coping with the current situation, if you seem anxious and fearful this will increase their concerns. Being aware of your emotions and finding ways to calm yourself will help you to “be there” for your children. The calmer and more in control you are, the easier it will be to help them through their anxieties, fears and tears. If you can’t quite manage on your own – talk to a member of the family, a trusted friend or seek help from a professional.

Remember the flight safety instructions on an aeroplane; put on your oxygen mask first before you help your children. The same applies here.

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2. Make Time to Talk The unknown is very scary. Your children will feel safer if they understand what is going on rather than fear the worst by being kept in the dark. Make time to explain the situation using age-appropriate language.

Sharing is not to scare your children but to reassure them and to help them understand what they’re hearing in the media and seeing all around them. Take opportunities to listen to your children so they can ask questions and express their concerns. Explain that many steps are being taken to keep people safe to allay their fears and reassure them.

3. Be Practical Help your child feel more in control by explaining that we can all take steps to help the situation. Children will feel more confident if they can do something practical to make a difference. Teach the benefits of regular hand washing, the importance of not sharing drinks or food with anyone and why you’re not going out into public spaces unnecessarily – just until things settle down.

Explain that things will go back to normal in time – this too shall pass!

4. Teach Soothing and Calming Techniques If your child is showing signs of anxiety or stress; support your children to cope by teaching them selfcalming techniques. Help your children learn to focus on their breathing, to follow their breath on the inhale and the exhale, and if they can, to take slow deep breaths into their belly. Explain that if they feel worried that slowing and deepening their breathing will help them to feel better. Teach children to say reassuring words to themselves like “I’m fine, everything will be fine.”

And encourage children to ask for help from an adult if they’re not managing on their own.

5. Limit Media Access Widespread media coverage can insight fear in young children to teenagers. For children less than 8 years old, where possible, limit their exposure to the media by turning off the radio or television news reports as

these can be particularly upsetting. Also watch the conversations you have in person or on the phone on the topic in front of your children. For older children who are more aware of what is going on and can’t avoid the media – explain that news reports focus on the most “sensational” aspects and use repetitive emotive words, stirring images and videos to shock and capture audiences’ attention. Discuss how there are many positive things happening that are just not making the news.

6. Focus on the Positive Even when times are tough, make time to relax together as a family and have fun! Isolation can provide time to reconnect with the children by playing games together, talking or watching a movie with some popcorn. Make an extra effort to talk about all the good things in your life – maybe even write them in a gratitude journal. Laughter and positive emotions are healing, so tell funny stories or watch amusing YouTube videos to lighten the mood and for a laugh. Sharing the many good things in your life and in the world can help tip the balance from negative to positive.

7. Build Resilience When we go through life’s challenges successfully, it builds resilience. Everyone experiences hardship from time to time and using these challenges as an opportunity to teach and nurture your child’s resilience can provide them with skills for life success.

As a parent there are many things you can do to help your children to get through these confusing times.

Being a good role model, teaching calming techniques and focussing on the positive aspects of life, all support your child’s resilience. However, the single most common factor for children to develop resilience is at least one stable and committed relationship with a supportive parent, caregiver or other adult. So, to support your child’s wellbeing, take care of yourself emotionally and physically and get the help you need so you can take care of them. Staying calm, being practical and remaining hopeful as a family will help us all get through these tough times together.

Dr Rosina McAlpine is the CEO and creator of the Win Win Parenting program. Win Win Parenting practical and fun programs are delivered across a variety of organisations including early learning, school, corporate and government organisations in Australia, New Zealand and The United States. Dr Rosina is an internationally recognised awardwinning researcher and educator. www.winwinparenting.com

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Advertorial

Building a Foundation for Learning with Kumon For sisters Emma, Jessica and Leah, studying Kumon Maths and English is providing them a strong foundation for learning.

Leah is only one month into Kumon English. Sarah – mum of Jessica, Emma and Leah – says Leah has already learned to trace letters and write her name.

Eight year old Emma, six year old Jessica and three year old Leah all study at Kumon Raintrees Education Centre.

“She enjoys writing her name on everything”, Sarah says.

Emma, who is in Year 4 at primary school, studies Kumon Maths one year ahead of her school grade.

She says Kumon helped her especially in multiplication and division. Emma says maths is easy for her at school and what she’s learnt at Kumon will help her later in life.

“When I grow up, Kumon will probably help me with my grocery shopping. It will help me to calculate the bill”, she says.

Emma hopes to become a singer-songwriter when she grows up.

Jessica, in Year 1 at school, says Kumon English helped with her reading. She is one year ahead in Kumon English. For Jessica, who wants to become a doctor when she grows up, being strong in English is important.

“You need to be able to read to become a doctor.

Kumon English will help me to become a doctor”, Jessica says.

Sarah says she enrolled her daughters into Kumon to not only give them extra support with their maths and English, but also to help develop a foundation for lifelong learning.

“Kumon shows our children that doing a little bit of work every day really adds up in the long run”, Sarah says.

“It helps them to build a good work ethic and develop study habits for the rest of their lives.”

Kumon is an individualised after-school maths and English programme. Advanced students can go ahead to study content that is above their school grade, while those who may be falling behind can go back to practise and revise.

Kumon Maths develops calculation skills essential for the study of high school mathematics, while Kumon English builds a high level of reading comprehension ability.

Please contact Kumon Raintrees Education Centre or Kumon Cairns North Education Centre to enquire and learn more about how Kumon could support your child.

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Education

The Different Learning Styles STORY Jenna Galley Everyone learns differently. Some of us like to be shown what to do, some of us like to read instructions or diagrams, some of us prefer to watch and learn.

Children are no different.

While every child processes information at their own pace and in their own way, experts have identified seven main learning styles.

Your child may fit into one category perfectly or may be a combination of more than one. Knowing which learning style best works for your child allows you to help them process new information in a way that is engaging, exciting, and beneficial to them.

The Different Learning Styles Visual or Spatial Learners • Like to map out, draw or write out their thoughts in order to really process what they are thinking • Tend to have a good spatial sense and sense of direction • Can easily visualise objects, plans and outcomes • Enjoy visual art like colouring, drawing, doodling and painting • May benefit more from watching a tutorial or even seeing a movie clip rather than reading instructions or listening to the literature being read aloud

Aural or Auditory Learners • Respond best to sound, have a good sense of pitch or rhythm and often excel in musical programs • May benefit from learning through oral presentations and reading aloud • Tend to focus better with music playing in the background • Can often remember lyrics • Use songs to help memorise and categorise information. For example, your child may make up a rap to help them remember key information for a test.

Verbal or Linguistic Learners • Are the ‘wordsmiths’ – Verbal learners find it easy to express themselves on paper, have a way with words and often breeze through written assignments.

• Excel in things like public speaking, journalism and debate – anything that involves either written or spoken word • Enjoy reading, writing, poetry and languages • Process information by writing it down through things like cue cards or through the popular Look Cover Say Write Check strategy used in many primary schools • Can also process information by reading the content aloud.

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Physical or Kinaesthetic Learners • Enjoy a hands-on approach to learning • Respond well to doing something for themselves rather than simply watching

strategies he enjoys the best, whether this is using graphs or diagrams, playing a memory game using sight words or maths equations or making up a song to remember the capital cities.

• Learn best by going through the motions of what they are learning and by ‘getting their hands dirty’ • Often learn through messy play, role playing, model building and physical movement • Benefit from taking plenty of physical breaks or going for a walk to try and wrap their head around a concept Logical or Mathematical Learners • Focus on the reason behind the content or skill • Often classify or group information together to help them understand it • Respond well to agendas, lists, how-to and procedure-based learning tools • Need to see the bigger picture, along with the logic and reasoning, to fully understand the concept Social or Interpersonal Learners • Work well in groups and teams • Prefer to bounce ideas and concepts off other people in order to fully understand them • Benefit from group assignments, reading circles, math rotations and other group work in class Solitary or intrapersonal learners • Learn best through independent work • Spend a lot of time on self-analysis • Prefer a quiet, solitary place to study and process information • Benefit from writing thoughts and ideas down in a journal or diary to help them process information

Supporting Your Child’s Learning Style Regardless of how quickly your child is learning or what process they take to get there, the most important thing is that we are supporting them in the best way we know how. Here are six ways to do so: Try different strategies to see which ones your child responds best to. Ask your child which learning

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Give them the tools they need. This may be an organiser for logical learners, colourful pens and cue cards for visual learners or an audio book for aural learners.

Physical learners may benefit from a fidget tool or even a timer so they know when they can take a break and let off some steam.

Organise a special study space at home. For solitary learners, make sure this space is quiet, calm and away from other siblings. For social learners, consider doing homework together as a family so you can spit ball ideas off each other.

Make learning fun. For aural learners you may want to include headphones so they can listen to music.

For visual or verbal learners, you may want to provide plenty of extra notebooks and paper so they have lots of space to map out their thoughts.

Use family time to cater to your little learner’s style.

For example, suggest doing a group project as a team to engage your social learner or set up a friendly family debate or public speaking contest for your verbal learner.

Think outside the book. Look for ways to explain concepts other than through the traditional reading and note-taking which may not always work for your little learner. Audio books, YouTube tutorials, podcasts, diagrams, even heading outside with them and discussing the concept while walking may be beneficial.

Remember, there is no wrong way to learn, even if it’s different to what you were taught or how you retain information. Take advantage of the various tools we have to accommodate the different learning styles, ask your child’s teacher for additional ideas on helping your child with homework and learning at home and always keep an open mind. Your little learner may surprise you!

STEAM

Getting Creative with Videography and Photography Encouraging your kids to play and practice with photography and videography is not only fun, but very beneficial.

Because technology is everywhere, photography and videography are extremely common tools for advertising, explaining and teaching.

This makes learning all about them and giving it a go, good for creativity and a great way to gather skills for future careers. Digital storytelling and photography are part of a trillion-dollar entertainment business, and the best part? It’s so much easier and more accessible than it has been in the past, with even our phones able to take high quality photos and videos.

There are some great child-friendly cameras on the market that encourage independent and creative play and hand eye coordination; skills, that are important in everyday life. You never know, your child might discover that they have a true passion for photography and videography and you could help begin that creative journey for them.

Getting Your Child Interested Cameras that are affordable, of good quality and have a variety of functions (yet aren’t too advanced), are a great place to start. Multiple kids’ cameras have basic

functions like flash, zoom, effects and even games.

There are plenty of these out there aimed at children 3 years and up – so you don’t have to wait until they are a bit older or worry about your expensive smartphone getting lost or damaged or what you will do without it, whilst they are using it to learn.

GoPros are very popular because they can withstand a lot without being damaged.

They’re waterproof, allowing kids to film and photograph their beach trips without water being a worry. Great cameras for kids are ones where the exterior is not sleek and easy to lose grip of, so they are less likely to be dropped. You would also want one that is tough all-round and helps prevent scratching of the lens. These allow parents to not feel as though they need to watch their kids constantly to make sure they are being careful.

A Step Up For older kids and teens, a great option are cameras that are professional, yet made for first time users and people who are still learning what they are capable of. This helps encourage them to be careful with the more fragile equipment they are using and get a basic understanding of all the different functions, such as ISO, shutter speed, and filming stability.

Resources to Inspire and Educate Smart Phone Movie Maker Book

LEGO® Make Your Own Movie Book

by Bryan Michael Stoller

by Pat Murphy

This is the complete beginners guide to making movies with your smartphone. It provides expert advice on aspects of film making, from planning the storyline to casting, filming and editing. The box itself turns into a film projector with a lens slot for your smartphone so that you can watch your masterpiece on a larger screen!

PakMag YouTube Stars Online Course www.pakmag.com.au/yts This online course will teach you everything you need to know to become a Youtube Star from standing infront of the camera to finding the best shot. Once you complete the course you will be awarded an honouree PakMag YouTube Star, making you a go to reporter for PakMag. You can film product and location reviews and vlog style content!

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Use stop-motion animation to make your own movie and bring your LEGO minifigures to life.

You can use phones, tablets and computers to make your movie, by following this beginners guide to stop-motion. There are six included background settings for you to use too, and when ready you can learn more advanced skills such as lighting, angles and sound effects.

Animation Studio Book

by Helen Piercy Your one-stop guide to every aspect of stopmotion movie making.

This book is packed with inspirational tips and ideas, and if you want to be an aspiring director of animations then look no further! Plus, it is housed in an interactive and reversible mini film set, containing everything you could need.

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Advertiser Feature

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“It’s the little things that have the most profound impact on you as a teacher. It’s the sincere thank-you from a student or their parents. It’s when a student draws connections between what they are learning about and their lives. It’s the tears at the end of the ‘time-tunnel’ on the last day of Yr12. It can be overlooked that our students and their families have as much, or a bigger, impact on our lives as we do theirs.

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My proudest moment as a teacher was when I was working with a student who couldn’t stand school because they couldn’t read. Watching his growing reading skills transform his attitude towards school and develop to the point where he fell in love with reading and couldn’t put a book down, was the greatest feeling.

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St Andrew’s Catholic College, Redlynch

“The best thing about teaching at St Therese’s is the strong relationships that exist between our teachers to assist our students in achieving their learning goals. Everyone can learn, sometimes children learn in different ways and at different speeds and that’s ok.

“St Andrew's has a holistic approach to education; this means as teachers we are able to focus on students' wellbeing rather than the grades they receive.

St Therese’s School, Bentley Park

My proudest moment as a teacher came when one of my students passed their first math exam. They knew it as soon as they completed the exam and requested I grade it straight away. Seeing the tears in their eyes, reminded me I have the best job in the world.”

I find the most rewarding part of my job is seeing the progress of my students as they grow and being able to play a part in their development.

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If I had one piece of advice for parents, it would be to believe in your child and celebrate their learning successes.”

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“I am passionate about teaching at Cairns Adventist College because we have wonderful supportive staff and families who care about their child’s learning.

I love the community feel and the nurturing environment.

“As a music teacher, I have witnessed some stellar performances from young musicians, but I think my proudest moments are those "A-ha!" moments when the penny drops and a student finally clicks with a new concept or idea.

I’m always proud when I hear from a former student and they tell me how they are doing. I remember one of my previous students rang me the day before he graduated and thanked me for teaching him. He wanted to let me know that he was going on to study at university and was glad that I was part of his schooling.” It’s moments like this that I am proud to be a teacher.

My advice to parents, as a parent of a young school-aged child myself, would be that balance is key. A child's mind, body and soul develop best through a healthy mix of academic, social, physical and emotional challenges.

Lots of reading, team sport and music ensembles, learning when to be gentle and when to stand up for yourself, and of course play!”

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St Therese’s School, Bentley Park

“I have had many highlights in my career as a teacher, however, it’s extremely rewarding seeing students realise their own potential, knowing that they are able to do anything and be anything they want to be. Seeing the appreciation on their faces when their results have improved is truly satisfying.

“I have been teaching for almost 20 years and I get great joy and satisfaction from helping students to reach their potential. I realise every student is on their own journey and each need something different from me to succeed.

My advice to parents would be to communicate with your child’s teacher. Trust their judgement; we only want what’s best for your child and we will work very hard to ensure they are successful in the classroom.” sac.admin@cns.catholic.edu.au www.sac.qld.edu.au

When I was at school I remember when I was struggling, and the amazing teachers who gave me extra time and help and I try to replicate that every day.

Each day I try and make time to have a chat with each of my students. I want them to know that they can always come to me when things might be troubling them. I love teaching and the impact I have on little lives every day.” secretary.bentleypk.cns.catholic.edu.au www.stthereses.qld.edu.au

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All Things Tweens and Teens

All Things Tweens & Teens Explaining Menstruation The first period can be very scary if your teen doesn’t know what it is upon its first arrival. There is a lot to learn about periods, and it’s a good idea to have this chat sooner rather than later – seeing as most girls get their period between the ages of 10 and 15.

Explain what a period is and why it happens.

It generally happens on a monthly basis, but in the first two to three years after the first period, they can be fairly irregular.

Periods usually last around five days and can come with cramps and discomfort.

Explain how to use pads, tampons, a cup or period panties (whichever they prefer), and give them pain killers or a heat pack if they are experiencing pain.

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The Importance of Consent When your teen starts to show interest in relationships, talking to them about consent is not just important but necessary.

It may not seem it, but there are many vital reasons as to why it’s so important.

Bring up the topic in a casual setting, such as when you are cooking dinner or driving together. Explain to your teen that they don’t have to do anything they don’t want to do in a relationship setting, whether that be kissing or being intimate, if they don’t feel comfortable doing so. Everyone has a choice in whether or not they’d like to engage, and they have every right to say no.

Reiterate with your teen that consent is a two-way street, and it may not always be in the form of saying “no”. Tell them to pay attention to non-verbal signs as well, such as when their partner backs off, tenses up or is too intoxicated to give consent.

Be open and ready to answer questions.

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Why Your Teen Needs a Sex Fairy Godparent STORY Row Murray Everyone who’s read a fairy tale knows the role fairy godmothers play in these stories. From Cinderella to Snow White, they swoop in with gifts, wisdom and charms, designed to ease the path into adulthood and new adventures.

If these parents also choose a ‘sex fairy godparent’ or three for their teenager, such as an aunt, older cousin, family friend or even a trusted teacher, this does some amazing things, like:

Outside of famed fantasy tales, godparents still exist, and in most parts of the modern world they are more pragmatically viewed as people chosen by a child’s parents to play a slightly more impartial, yet positive, role in their life.

• Giving the teen a safe outlet for questions or conversations that they’re not comfortable having with their parents

Godparents take an interest in the child’s upbringing, support their personal development, mentor them, and in some cases even claim legal guardianship if anything should happen to the child’s parents.

And, no matter how open a family may be, there are some conversations that will never happen between parents and their children.

Discussions about sex, body developments, contraception, bullying, and self-esteem are challenging chats, no matter how good the relationship is.

Teenagers are developing and asserting their privacy.

This is totally normal, and should be encouraged, as these are the times when they truly start to learn who they are. It can certainly be a challenge to insert ‘the sex talk’ into that mix.

• Lightening the educational load for parents

• Removing any over-reliance on schools and teachers.

• Opening up the lines of communication.

• Respecting the teen’s privacy as they start to navigate their bodily and sexual health.

• Teaches appropriate boundaries and communication skills.

• Ensures if a parent needs to intervene, that trusted friend or relative knows when to hand it over.

When teens have questions about sex and their bodies, data tells us that teens speak to their friends first, look it up on the internet second (hello there, PornHub), and about fifth down the list are their parents.

Ideally, a sex fairy godparent can take more of a friendship role, while giving parents a greater share of voice when their teens have questions, and can slow down the interest in asking Dr Google.

Sex education conversations need to be had around biology, consent, savvy social media use, safe sex, sexuality and so much more. So, who does it? And how does a sex fairy godmother fit in?

There is a powerful need for accurate sex education today. STI (sexually transmitted infection) rates among teens are currently very high, and there is a raft of very inaccurate sex information online.

The parents of every teen (or soon-to-be-teen) should be encouraging open, frank discussions around sex education (pro-tip: lots of smaller talks are much more effective than one big chat about ‘the birds and the bees’).

Parents need to step up any way they can in today’s online environment, and a sex fairy godparent can play a powerful, safe role.

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Bump, Bub and Beyond

Tackling The Fourth Trimester STORY Jenna Galley We all know the three trimesters of pregnancy.

But did you know that once bub is earth-side, you’ve got one more trimester to look forward to?

Known as the fourth trimester, it’s the best trimester of all. It doesn’t involve a lot of sleep, but it does involve plenty of baby snuggles.

What is the Fourth Trimester?

The fourth trimester is the first three months of a baby’s life. It’s a time for mum to rest and recover (any chance she gets), a time for baby to get used to this new world and a time for parents to get to know their new bundle of joy.

Thoughts You May Have The fourth trimester can be incredibly hard. Take it from a mum with a colicky baby who spent hours pacing the house at all times of the night trying to soothe her. It was stressful, it was exhausting and it was heartbreaking.

You may feel like you’re failing your baby (you’re not) and that you’re not cut out for this (you are)... but never lose sight of the light at the end of the tunnel. It’s always important to remember that this challenging fourth trimester, when all your baby wants is you, does end.

How to Cope?

Slow down – You only have one job now – to take care of yourself and your baby. Don’t worry about the dishes, or the laundry. Instead, enjoy the slower pace.

Let yourself recover - Sleep when you can, rest when you can’t sleep and focus on keeping yourself well.

Ask for help – Everyone needs a break, including you.

Accept help from those around you, whether it’s an invitation to hold the baby so you can sleep, a casserole for the freezer or a pile of washing folded and put away.

Mimic the womb - Play white noise to mimic the sounds they are used to in the womb, swaddle, baby wear and rock/bounce your baby. All of these things help her make the transition from womb to world a little easier.

Give yourself a break every day - Shower, have a cup of tea or lie in a bed without anyone touching you.

Clear your mind, let your body relax and remind yourself that you’re doing everything right, even if, some days, it doesn’t feel like it.

See if from your baby’s perspective – For nine months all they’ve known is the womb where they could suck, sleep and snuggle to their heart’s content.

The one thing that is familiar to them in this new world is you. Your voice, your heart beat, your touch, your smell.

You are your baby’s everything. Yes, this can be overwhelming, but it’s also such a special time for the both of you. Cuddle them, feed them, take in their ittybitty baby toes and delicious baby smell and accept that, for now, your only job is to be there for them.

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Bump, Bub and Beyond

Bump, Bub and Beyond Featured products, reviews and prizes. Visit www.pakmag.com.au/win for your chance to win!

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All About Fine Motor Skills STORY Nicole Hanlon, Director of Operations, Childs World Early Learning Centres Fine motor skills involve the use of the smaller muscles in the hands to grasp, hold and pinch. These skills are vital to carry out everyday tasks, as well as playing and learning. Developing these skills will not only improve the quality of the task outcome, but it will also help them complete it quicker.

passive activities that don’t require fine motor skills, such as watching TV or using an iPad.

Fine motor skills are needed for a number of things in life, including academic skills such as writing, drawing, colouring in and using scissors, playing with LEGO®, puzzles, or dressing up dolls and self-care activities such as tying shoelaces, zipping up jackets, brushing the teeth and hair and using cutlery to eat.

Without the ability to complete the above tasks, a child’s self esteem can suffer and they can fall behind.

Your child may have difficulties with their fine motor skills if you notice them being disinterested in the skills listed above, waiting for parents to brush their teeth or dress them rather than trying themselves or preferring

Helpful Tip As soon as you become a parent, your focus shifts to taking care of your new bundle of joy.

Each minute of your waking hours are consumed by taking care of them, playing with them and thinking about them. As difficult as it may be, self-care becomes especially important.

Try taking a quick five-minute meditation break here and there, going for a walk in nature, listening to your favourite music, joining a book club or seeing if somebody else can take your little one for a few hours so you can go shopping or catch up with friends.

You can encourage and help your child to develop their fine motor skills by offering toys that can be stacked or have interconnectable parts, offering creative materials and encouraging tactile play with materials like slime or play dough. Continue to cheer them on them while they learn. If your child continues to struggle or seems disinterested in advancing their fine motor skills, take them to the GP.

Did You Know?

Immediately after your baby’s birth, you’ll probably still look around 20 weeks pregnant. It’ll be two weeks until your uterus is small enough to fit back into your pelvis, and six weeks before it is back to its pre-pregnancy size. It’s basically shrinking from the size of a watermelon to a pear.

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What's On • at Your Place

With Triple M’s Elliott

With the changes to events and activities in public spaces we came up with a list of things you can do at home to connect and have fun!

WAYS TO GET ACTIVE INDOORS/YOUR OWN BACKYARD Try GoNoodle www.gonoodle.com it’s a great online resource with movement and mindfulness videos created by child development experts.

Enjoy Free at-home kids yoga lesson plans with www.littletwistersyoga.com Harness the power of YouTube by learning new skills through tutorials. For example: You could try learning specific stances and basic positions for karate, Taekwondo or another martial art (supervision required.)

Create an obstacle course.

You can gather up old toys and things you find in storage or your garage and get creative.

There’s lots of ideas online too if you’d like some suggestions.

Create a fun age-appropriate ‘circuit workout’ for the family Try online workout videos or maybe you’ve got some DVD’s you can try together.

You could even design your own exercise class and take turns teaching them. Don’t forget to create a music playlist of your favourite tunes.

Set up a tent in your backyard and go camping.

Sneaky Cleaning; have a competition to see who can pick up the most dishes/clothes/ socks/Legos/etc laying around the house (and putting them

back where they belong). The winner gets to pick the next board game or activity you play.

Dance. Pick a favourite song.

Choreograph a dance routine to it. You could also try having a disco in the dark. Cover all the windows, turn off the lights, turn up the music and literally dance like no one is watchingcause they can’t see you!

Have a Nerf battle.

FUN THINGS TO DO AS A FAMILY Board games to bust the boredom! If the kids don’t know the joy of ‘Passing Go’ and collecting $200, now’s the time to introduce them.

Bust out the paint, glue sticks and the pipe cleaners - it’s craft time! There is limitless online resources to give you ideas; but one of our favourites is: www.allkidsnetwork.com for crafts, activities, mazes, dot to dots and more.

Learn the Japanese art of paper folding: Origami.

Have a toddler? Keep them busy with these indoor activities www.busytoddler.com Storytime done differently – check out Storytime from Space- hear real Astronauts read books in orbit at www.storytimefromspace.com or head to www.storylineonline. net to hear kids’ books read by famous people.

Use that pile of unmatched socks next to the drier to create Puppets! You can also use paper bags or stuffed animals with their stuffing pulled out.

Great ideas and resources on how to create your own puppet show can be found at www.micheleepuppets.org Do your kids love comics?

Why not help them create their own comic book. Check out www.comiclife.com Hit the Kitchen; bake a cake, cupcakes and cookies. Try your hand at making pickles and jam (yum). Get competitive: have an untimed Iron Chef/ Masterchef style contest with the whole family. Choose an ingredient, and everyone makes a different dish (and dinner).

Card Games; play games you know and learn new games.

If you haven’t heard of ‘spoons’ it’s awesome. Once you’ve mastered the standard version of ‘Spoons’ try ‘Ultimate Spoons’ you place the spoon across the room, or at the end of an obstacle course.

You can also try building a house of cards.

Get old school with salt dough.

Recipes to make your own are easily found online.

LEGO !!! Search ’30-day LEGO® Challenge’ online there are tonnes to choose from. You can also play a modified version of Pictionary with LEGO®. Make a list of animals and objects, write them ®

on individual pieces of paper, place them in an empty box and draw out one when it’s |your teams turn. Set a 5-minute time limit per creation, see if your partner can guess it before time runs out. 1 point scored per correct guess.

Upcycled Art; find broken toys or things that need to be thrown away around the house. Get out the sticky tape and glue and challenge the kids to create a sculpture.

(This is a fun way to spring clean).

Word Scrambles; pick a sentence from a book.

See how many words the kids can make from the letters in the sentence.

Create a secret code. Once you’ve got the symbol key, write a letter to someone in code and get them to decipher the message.

Have a backyard pool? Why not have a paper boat race?

Try making your own musical instruments (there are hundreds of ideas online), then make your own band and create some songs.

Read books. Have a prize for the family member who reads the most books during a set amount of time.

Did you know your local library has online resources like e-books, audiobooks and online magazines too?

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What's On • at Your Place Love to act? Why not put on a family play? You could stream it to family and friends. Or you could create a home movie with your smartphone video.

Get creative: Learn to sew or knit or try making jewellery.

Order a kit online or use materials from around the house.

You’re probably thinking about all the adventures you’d like to be having, so why not use this time to plan your next family holiday?

Start a home garden (indoor or outdoor)

Watch a favourite movie or cartoon on mute and make up your own dialogue.

Put that pen to paper; everyone loves to receive a handwritten card or note. Take the time to write a letter to your grandparents or other relatives or friends. You could even make and send a Thank You card to a Community Hero.

The classics: puzzles and wordfinds. You can even create your own or play online at www.jigsawexplorer.com Play dress-ups.

Play traditional Hide and Seek or change it up with Hide and Seek with objects: One person hides the object in the house, and everyone else tries to find it.

Try fostering an animal from your local shelter. Animals are a great way to reduce stress and maybe you’ve been thinking about getting a furry family member for a while and this is a good opportunity for your children to learn responsibility for a new pet.

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THINGS TO LEARN ONLINE The World Wide Web gives a window to the outside world when we need to stay inside.

Here’s some of the best resources we have found to help you keep exploring and learning; ABC Education brings you thousands of free, curriculum-linked resources for Primary and Secondary students and teachers www.education.abc.net.au you could also try www.scholastic.com/learnathome or the www.khanacademy.com Everyone loves Dr Seuss. Read, play games, and hang out in www.seusville.com Learn a language with Duolingo www.duolingo.com. You could then watch your favourite movie or cartoon in the language you’ve been learning.

(Most DVDs have other language options.)

Get musical; lessons and exercises for all abilities at www.musictheory.net and www.sightreadingfactory.com

Don’t have an instrument?

Play online with a virtual guitar, piano, drums and more at www.virtualmusicalinstruments.com Space science for kids www.nasa.gov/kidsclub Learn to code with www.codeacademy.com or, www.kodable.com or even Star Wars www.code.org/starwars Improve your typing skills while competing in fast-paced races with people from around the world. www.nitrotype.com Take a trip to a museum: Head to London and explore Egyptian mummies at the British Museum www.britishmuseum. withgoogle.com

With Triple M’s Mark

The San Diego Zoo has a website just for kids with amazing videos, activities, and games. Enjoy the tour! www. kids.sandiegozoo.org Tour Yellowstone National Park www.nps.gov/yell Travel along the Great Wall of China www.thechinaguide.com/ destination/great-wall-of-china Explore the surface of Mars with the Curiosity Rover. www.accessmars.withgoogle.com Where in the World is Carmen Sandiego?

You loved playing it as a child; introduce your kids to the fun www.carmensandiego.com

Love art? Head to the world famous Metropolitan Museum of Art with Metkids www.metmuseum.org/art or the Louvre in Paris, France where the Mona Lisa by Leonardo Da Vinci calls home www.louvre.fr/en/visites-en-ligne TRAVEL THE WORLD (AND BEYOND) ONLINE Explore the arts, history and foreign places with Google Arts & Culture.

Explore geography and animals with National Geographic www.kids.nationalgeographic.com and watch animals (in real time) with www.earthcam.com

Have an Idea you’d like to share? Let’s create an ‘ideas collective’- if you have a fun activity that’ll benefit other parents, hit us up on our socials or email your ideas to admin@pakmag.com.au if you do one of these activities, snap a pic and use the hashtag #pakmagshare so we can see you having fun.

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Regular Markets

With Hit 103.5's Carly and Seamus

Esplanade Markets

Malanda Markets

Ravenshoe Markets

Tolga Markets

Date: Every Saturday

Date: 3rd Saturday of the month

Time: From 8.00am - 4.00pm

Time: From 7.30am - 12.30pm

Location: Lagoon, Cairns

Location: Malanda Showgrounds

Herberton Markets

(opposite Jack May Park)

Date: 4th Sunday of the month Time: 8.00am - 12 noon Location: Tumoulin Railway Station

Date: 1st Sunday of the month Time: 7.00am - 12 noon Location: Morrow Park Racecourse

Date: 3rd Sunday of the month

Rusty's Markets

Yungaburra Markets

Time: From 7.30am - 12 noon

Mossman Community Markets

Location: Wondecla Showgrounds

Date: Every Saturday

Night Markets

Time: 7.00am - 1.00pm

Date: 4th Saturday of the month (3rd Sunday in Dec) Time: From 7.30am - 12.30pm Location: Bruce Jones Park

Date: Daily

Location: St David’s Anglican

Time: 4.30pm - 11.00pm

Church, under the Raintrees

Date: Every Friday and Saturday Time: 5.00am - 6.00pm Date: Every Sunday Time: 5.00am - 3.00pm Location: 57 - 89 Grafton St, City

Location: 71 - 75 The Esplanade

Holloways Beach Markets

Port Douglas Markets

Date: 2nd Sunday of the month

Date: Every Sunday

Time: From 8.00am - 1.00pm

Time: From 8.00am - 2.00pm

Location: Holloways Beachfront

Location: Market Park

Palm Cove Markets

Mount Sheridan Plaza Markets

Date: 1st Sunday of the month April

Date: 2nd Sunday of the month,

to December (not September)

excluding Aug and Nov.

Time: 8.00am – 2.00pm

Time: From 9.00am - 3.00pm

Location: Williams Esplanade

Location: Mount Sheridan Plaza

Atherton Lions Club Indoor Markets Date: Every 2nd Sunday of the Month Time: From 7.00am - 12 noon Location: Merriland Hall (Robert St)

Tanks Art Centre Markets Date: Last Sunday of the month (Apr to Nov excluding Aug) Time: From 9.00am - 2.00pm Location: Tanks Art Centre, Collins Avenue, Edge Hill

Gordonvale Cottage Markets Date: 1st Saturday of the month Time: 8.00am - 12 noon Location: Norman Park, Gordonvale

Kuranda Original Rainforest Markets Date: Open daily Time: 9.30am - 3.00pm Location: 13 Therwine St

Kuranda Heritage Markets Date: Open daily Time: 9.30am - 3.30pm Location: 2 Rob Veivers Dr

Please check with individual businesses before visiting during these uncertain times.

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Regular Events Cairns Indoor Sports In2soccer Days: Mondays (during school term) Time/Cost: 4.30pm, rego: $15, term from $65. (6+ years) Days: Wednesdays (during school term) Time/Cost: 4.30pm, from $65 (10 wks) (3 - 6 years) Milo In2cricket Days: Fridays (during school term) Time/Cost: 4.30pm, from $45

Inflatable Kingdom Days: Daily Times: 9.00am - 12.00pm Tiny Tots during school term.

9.00am - 4.00pm all inflatable on weekends, public holidays and school holidays.

Location: Cairns Indoor Sports, 164 Mayers St, Manunda

Libraries first5forever Storytime Location: Babinda Library Days: 3rd Monday of the month Times: 10.00am - 11.00am Location: City Library Days: Wednesdays Times: 10.00am - 11.00am Location: Earlville Library Days: Thursdays Times: 10.00am - 11.00am

Edmonton Club Scouts

Location: Manunda Library Days: 1st Wednesday of the month Times: 10.00am - 11.00am

Days: Tuesdays (Ages 11 -14)

Days: Thursdays Time: 6.30am - 7.30am Location: Lagoon Deck

Time: 6.30pm - 8.30pm

Active Living Skateboarding

Location: Edmonton Scout Hall

Days: Thursdays Time: 5.00pm – 6.00pm Location: Esplanade Skate Park

Location: Smithfield Library Days: Tuesdays Times: 10.00am - 11.00am

Days: Thursdays (Ages 8 -10)

Free Fitness On The Esplanade

Location: Stratford Library Days: 2nd Tuesday of the month Times: 10.00am - 11.00am

Active Living Bouldering

first5forever Baby Rhyme Times

Location: Bouldering Park

Location: City Library Days: 4th Thursday of the month Times: 10.00am - 10.30am

Days: Tuesdays

Location: Earlville Library Days: 1st and 3rd Tuesdays of the month Times: 10.00am - 10.30am Location: Manunda Library Days: 4th Tuesday of the month Times: 10.00am - 10.30am Location: Smithfield Library Days: 2nd Thursday of the month Times: 10.00am - 10.30am Location: Stratford Library Days: 3rd Thursday of the month Times: 10.00am - 10.30am More info: www.cairns.qld.gov.au/library

Please check with individual businesses before visiting during these uncertain times.

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Active Living Pilates

Location: Edmonton Library Days: 1st Thursday of the month Times: 10.00am - 11.00am

Days: Mondays Time: 5.00pm – 6.00pm Active Living Beach Volleyball

Active Living Fitness Playground Days: Saturdays Time: 8.00am - 9.00am Location: Aqua Café by the Lagoon Sahaja Yoga Meditation

Time: 5.30pm - 6.30pm

Days: Saturdays Time: 7.30am - 8.30am Location: Western Event Lawn

Location: Volleyball courts

Active Living Aqua Aerobics

Active Living Zumba Fitness

Days: Saturdays Time: 9.00am - 10.00am Location: Cairns Esplanade Lagoon

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Local Produce Recipes

Pan-Roasted Chicken and Vegetables RECIPE Lenard's Chicken

Carrot, Ginger and Macadamia Cake with Orange Cream Cheese Icing

Ingredients

RECIPE Michelle Bell-Turner, Mungalli Creek Dairy

2 tbsp olive oil 4 Lenard's chicken thighs 1 bulb garlic 1 zucchini, sliced 1 red onion, sliced 8 cherry tomatoes

½ pumpkin, sliced 1 tbsp parsley 1 tsp rosemary 1 tsp thyme Salt and pepper, to taste

Method Preheat oven to 220°C and oil a baking tray or ovensafe pan.

In a small bowl, mix together the parsley, rosemary, thyme and salt and pepper. Lay out the chicken thighs on a plate, drizzle with oil and sprinkle half of your herb mixture over, making sure to coat both sides of the chicken.

Lay the chicken out on the baking tray, and arrange the vegetables around the chicken thighs. Sprinkle with the other half of your herb mixture. Cut a garlic bulb in half horizontally and place on the baking tray in between the veggies. Place baking tray in oven and bake until the chicken is golden-brown and the vegetables tender; about 35 minutes, turning halfway.

Remove baking tray from oven and serve hot. Enjoy!

Meet the Local Owners: Visit Lenard’s Chicken in Redlynch and say hello to local owner Allison, or head on down to Lenard’s Chicken in Raintrees and speak to local owner Suria.

Lenard's Redlynch, Shop T32 Redlynch Central Shopping Centre, 20 Larsen Road, Redlynch Q 4870 Lenard's Raintrees, Shop T2 Raintrees Shopping Centre, Alfred Street, Manunda Q 4870

Ingredients 3 cups plain flour 1 ½ cups caster sugar 2 cups grated carrot 1 ½ cups olive oil 440g tin crushed pineapple 3 eggs 2 tbsp preserved ginger, finely chopped 2 tsp vanilla essence 1 tsp bicarbonate of soda 1 tsp baking powder

1 tsp each ground cinnamon, nutmeg and ginger 2 tsp cardamom powder 125g Wondaree macadamias or walnuts, finely chopped Zest of 1 orange Icing 250g Mungalli Creek cream cheese or ricotta ½ cup icing sugar 2 tbsp butter, softened Zest of 1 orange

Method Preheat oven to 180°C. Line a large baking dish with baking paper. Beat the eggs and sugar until thick.

Add oil and continue beating for three minutes. Add the vanilla, pineapple (and juice from tin), carrot, ginger, zest and macadamias and combine.

Sift together the flour, bicarbonate of soda, baking powder and spices. Fold flour into carrot mixture. Pour batter into baking dish and bake for an hour. Remove from oven and rest for 10 minutes before turning onto a wire rack to cool.

For the icing, place ingredients into a food processor and process until smooth. Once the cake has cooled, cut in half and spread the middle and top with icing.

Decorate with nuts.

Mungalli Creek Dairy www.mungallicreekdairy.com.au

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Easter Recipes

Bunny Brownies

Pizza Rabbit

RECIPE Dr Richard Thomas, Cairns Vet Clinic

RECIPE Matthew Calanna, Calanna Whole Health Pharmacy

Ingredients

For the topping

125g unsalted butter ½ cup plain flour 1 cup caster sugar 2 eggs, whisked 4 tbsp cocoa powder ¼ tsp baking powder 1 cup chocolate chips Pinch sea salt

60g butter, softened 2 tbsp cocoa powder 125g icing sugar 1 cup Maltesers, crushed 18 small chocolate bunnies

Method Preheat the oven to 180°C. Grease a 20cm2 baking tin.

In a large saucepan, melt the butter. Remove from the heat and stir in the eggs and caster sugar. Quickly stir in the cocoa, flour, salt and baking powder. Stir in the chocolate chips last.

Pour the mixture into the baking tin, spreading it around to ensure an even distribution of batter. You can add more chocolate chips on top if you wish.

Bake for 30 minutes or until the centre is set. Remove from the oven and set aside to cool completely. Place the icing ingredients into a large mixing bowl and combine for two minutes using an electric mixer.

When the brownies have cooled off, spread the icing evenly across the top. Sprinkle the crushed Maltesers and place the chocolate bunnies on top.

Cut into pieces and enjoy!

Tip: Remember, chocolate is not suitable for pets.

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Base Ingredients

Topping Ingredients

1 cup lukewarm water 2 tsp dried yeast 400g plain flour 1 tbsp salt Pinch caster sugar 3 tbsp vegetable oil

3 tbsp tomato paste 8 cherry tomatoes, halved 3 button mushrooms, sliced 2 cups diced fresh mozzarella A few rocket leaves (for garnish)

Method Whisk the yeast and water in a heatproof jug and let stand for five minutes. Place the flour, salt and sugar in a large bowl and make a well in the centre. Pour in the oil and yeast mixture and mix with your hands.

Transfer to a floured surface and knead.

Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with cling wrap and set aside for 30 minutes to an hour until it has doubled in size.

Preheat oven to 240°C. Knead dough for another five minutes. Roll out about ¾ of the dough into a pizza base. Halve the remaining dough and form a bunny ear with each half. Transfer to prepared baking tray and add the bunny ears, pinching the dough where they meet the base to connect the ears.

Cover with tomato paste, mozzarella, mushrooms and cherry tomatoes.

Bake until the crust is browned (about 10 minutes).

Garnish with rocket and serve.

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Health

All Things Health Keeping a Social Distance?

During a time when we are being asked to ‘socially distance’ from one another, it’s important we look at what that really means.

Social distancing is introduced as a way to stop or slow the spread of infectious diseases. It means less contact between you and other people. That means not using handshaking as a greeting, staying 1.5 metres away from each other as much as possible. It means limiting kissing, hugging and face touching. It is also encouraged that you spend time outdoors and consider whether outings and travel, both individual and family, are sensible and necessary. Even though it's called "social distancing" it's still important to stay connected. It is encouraged during this time that you regularly pick up the phone and call loved ones, and find other ways to really connect with those in your life.

Giving Your Immunity a Boost Did you know one of the best ways to keep healthy is to boost your immunity?

There are many foods that can help, but a simple way is to take vitamins.

Here are four vitamins that help boost your immunity.

If you are experiencing difficulties through COVID-19 and social distancing, please contact; Lifeline www.lifeline.org.au 13 11 14 Beyond Blue www.beyondblue.org.au 1300 22 4636 Kids Helpline www.kidshelpline.com.au 1800 551 800.

Products to Support Your Immunity With the current Coronavirus Pandemic, everyone should be looking to strengthen their immune system with; • Quality sleep • Staying hydrated • Moderate exercise • Fresh air and short amounts of sunlight Some vitamins and herbs may support your immune system to fight infections. Products like Ethical Nutrients Immune Defence tablets may reduce the severity and duration of symptoms caused by colds and flu.

They can be taken daily to support immune function, or at the first sign of symptoms of your cold or flu. Be prepared - head to your local Calanna today (remember, we can bring it out to your car or you can arrange for someone to pick it up for you if you are immunocompromised or in self isolation!). *It is always important to speak with your pharmacist or doctor prior to taking supplements particularly if you have pre-existing medical conditions, allergies or taking other medicines or supplements

Zinc is a mineral that's important to the body in many ways. Zinc keeps the immune system strong, helps heal wounds, and supports normal growth. Zinc is often depleted due to stress, so it’s an important thing to take on a regular basis.

Vitamin C is an essential vitamin, meaning your body can’t produce it.

It has many roles and is a powerful antioxidant that can strengthen your body’s natural defences and is one of the biggest immune system boosters of all.

Vitamin E is a powerful antioxidant that helps the body fight off infection.

And lastly Vitamin B6 is vital to supporting biochemical reactions in the immune system.

Consult your local health practitioner, doctor or pharmacist for advice on these topics first to ensure the best health outcomes.

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COVID-19

Coronavirus - Facts Vs Fear STORY Bree James The entire world is feeling the impact from the Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) right now. More viral than the actual disease itself is the spread of fear, which is impacting the world on a massive scale.

As I write this, borders are being shut down, schools and even whole countries are going into quarantine.

Travel plans and large events are being cancelled, you can’t buy toilet paper or hand sanitiser and many pantry items are now being limited. The global economy is taking a serious dive.

Fear of job loss, lack of basic daily items to buy, the worry about the economy collapsing, and fear for our loved ones catching COVID-19, is all very real.

It’s surreal for many of us, and it takes a lot of strength to not follow the herd and start panic buying. As parents, the unstoppable urge to look after those we love is so strong, it’s very hard not to go into ‘protect mode’ and do everything we can to look after our family (which includes buying as much food, toilet paper, and medicines as we possibly can)…

When times are uncertain, people will do things to bring certainty; thus, the panic buying.

Think about our parenting, if we see our child is about to do something stupid, we put fear there to stop them and get them to do what we want instead.

Fear can stand for “forget everything and run” or “face everything and rise”.

We need more people doing the latter.

Health authorities have told us that each of us will be exposed to Novel Coronavirus at some stage in the future and that the focus is on slowing it down. It is thought that our current lack of exposure and lack of immunity to this virus that makes this more serious than the average flu, which is why slowing it down is important. Our health services are second to none and as long as they aren’t inundated all at once, we will be ok. Eight out ten of us will only experience mild symptoms. But in order to slow the spread we are being told to stay at home if we feel sick, wash our hands well and often, sneeze and cough into our elbow and refrain from touching others.

The most vulnerable are our elderly and those with pre-existing conditions like diabetes, cancer, organ recipients, asthmatics, etc. We need to do what we can to protect them and ensure the health services in our community have capacity to support them if and when the time comes.

Being a respiratory virus, it’s transmitted through respiratory droplets.

Person-to-person contact is thought to be the main method of transmission. Imagine sitting next to someone with a COVID-19 infection on the bus or in a meeting room. Suddenly, this person sneezes or coughs... If they don’t cover their mouth and nose, they could potentially spray you with respiratory droplets from their nose or mouth. The droplets that land on you will likely contain the virus. Or perhaps you meet someone who contracted the virus, and they touched their mouth or nose with their hand. When that

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COVID-19

person shakes your hand, they transfer some of the virus to your hand.

If you then touch your mouth or nose without washing your hands first, you may accidentally give that virus an entry point into your own body.

We don’t know exactly how long the virus can live on surfaces for, it is speculated up to 48 hours.

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), a person with COVID-19 is most contagious when they’re showing symptoms. That is why it’s so important that if you feel unwell, you stay home.

The response from our government is part of a plan to slow the virus down and protect the 20% of people who will not do so well if they get it. They need the virus to spread slowly instead of quickly, so that our health care system can cope and adequately care for the influx of people seriously ill from this virus.

These are the people we are protecting. The majority of us will be ok if we catch it.

We all have someone in our life that suffers from a compromised immune system, so picture their face before you go out when you are experiencing cold or flu symptoms and stay at home.

The only way we can control the fast spread of this virus is if unwell people stay home until the vaccination is readily available to protect those 20% of people with a compromised immune system. And it won’t be ready for some time yet.

You will not forgive yourself if you soldier on with what you think is a cold, and then find out it was COVID-19.

If you are sick, it’s simple - stay home.

COVID-19 Facts Self-isolate - those who have had more than 15 minutes in close contact, or more than 2 hours in the same closed room as someone confirmed with the virus.

It can take up to 14 days before you start getting sick if you have been exposed.

Rules to Implement • Stay home if you are sick.

• If you are returning from overseas travel; the government requires you to self-isolate for 14 days.

• If you have symptoms; always contact your own GP first or 13HEALTH. Ring them, talk to them and ask the best way for you to be assessed.

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• Washing your hands with soap and water is best.

Always wash your hands before eating or touching your face. Put a stamp on your child’s hand to see how well they wash their hands, or get them to sing happy birthday twice as a timer for how long to wash their hands for with soap. You can even rub raw onion on your hands after you have cleaned them as a deterrent.

• Cover your cough or sneeze with the inside of your elbow.

• Avoid hand shaking and opt for waving.

• There should be four square metres (two by two metres) provided per person in an enclosed space.

• Do not over purchase essential items including medications. Think of others.

• For the most up to date and official information on the virus head to www.health.gov.au – think twice before sharing information that is not from an official health source.

• Stay away from social media and propaganda.

Other Handy Tips • Have enough essentials to last you two weeks on standby.

• It’s a great time to plant some herbs and vegetables so you can be a little self-sufficient.

• Freeze some ready-made meals.

• Buy Vitamin C, Panadol, Zinc and immune boosting supplements.

• Talk to your family about hygiene habits. Wash hands as soon as you come home, change clothes or better- shower before you touch things.

• Get a list of jobs you’d like done and have the items ready so you can do them if quarantined.

• Support local businesses. Look at all of our advertisers, please support them and other local businesses during this tough time. Your money is very important to these people, the big corporations can take the hit.

• For up to date information on all grant information head to www.treasury.gov.au/coronavirus • Contact the elderly and those with immune issues to see if they need help.

• Spread positivity, we all need it now. Avoid fear talk, and focus on what you can control.

Expert Advice

The PakMag Experts Dr Bobby Griffin

Dr Richard Thomas

Sunbird Orthodontics

Cairns Vet Clinic

Dear Dr Bobby,

Dear Dr Richard Thomas,

Does having braces hurt?

How can I toilet train my puppy?

While it’s true that braces take a bit of getting used to and can sometimes be a bit uncomfortable, I have never had a kid ask me to take the braces off because they can’t handle it. Three out of four children will experience mild discomfort for around a week after braces go on.

But, only one kid in ten will need a Panadol tablet to alleviate their discomfort.

An effective start to toilet training can save you a lot of time, smell and messes! First, make sure to take your puppy outside regularly and reward them immediately when they toilet outside. If their body is low to the ground and they’re smelling the floor, take them outside straight away.

Any discomfort felt by a child when the braces go on is quickly forgotten when they see their teeth become beautiful and straight.

This boost in self-confidence makes it all worthwhile.

Keep them in a crate with food, water and a bed if you can’t supervise them – puppies don’t like to go to the toilet where they eat and sleep. Having another dog over to ‘mark’ your yard can also help to stimulate your puppy to toilet in that area.

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Matthew Calanna

Mario Calanna

Calanna Whole Health Pharmacy

Calanna Whole Health Pharmacy

Dear Matthew,

Dear Mario,

What should I look for in a pharmacy?

How can my pharmacy support me during the Coronavirus pandemic?

A pharmacist who’s experienced and understands your family’s needs. Face to face dispensing is important – where the pharmacist is easily accessible at the front of the dispensary so you can speak with them and access their knowledge. Open seven days a week, early-late, because they understand that when you’re crook, or need advice, it generally happens off the clock.

A loyalty club with customer benefits is always a plus, and lastly, a pharmacy that’s more than just a pharmacy.

One who genuinely cares about your family, has an experienced team and offers unique products and services to assist your health.

Calanna Whole Health Pharmacy www.calannapharmacy.com.au

If you’re feeling fluey, or simply don’t want to risk entering a public place, call your local Calanna and you can arrange someone to pick up your shop, or we’ll bring it out to your car. For medication, download the MedAdvisor App, choose Calanna as your trusted Pharmacy, place your order and collect when convenient. It’s a good time to boost your immune system, Vitamin C, Immune Booster Tonic, and Zinc are great things to be taking. Come see us for your personalised plan.

If there’s anything else we can do for your family at this time, please let us know.

Calanna Whole Health Pharmacy www.calannapharmacy.com.au

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A Family Practice That Cares STORY Anna Stuy – Centre Manager Reliable health care practices that value not only you, but your family too; are something that everyone deserves. Health should be a major priority in life and you should feel listened to in regards to any health care queries or concerns that you have.

It’s important that general check-ups or health concerns are taken seriously – and trust me, even I have experienced times where I knew that the person I was talking to was not fully invested in how to help me to the best of their ability. At Balance! Edmonton, we are always working on the most efficient ways to help others, because we want to make sure that our patients, of all ages, feel heard. This doesn’t just include health - as the Centre Manager, I am always happy to discuss any concerns over your rights, confidentiality or suggestions you may have.

Solving the mystery of symptoms that cause health concerns should be a basic principal of any practice.

This shouldn’t mean jumping to an answer or diagnosis that gets the patient out of the door as soon as possible. It can often be stressful for some to visit the doctor in the first place, so a welcoming environment and a team of friendly and experienced Doctors, Nurses and Healthcare Professionals, can work wonders.

We are Cairns’ only GP Superclinic, aspiring to be a onestop allied health service for those in both Edmonton and surrounding suburbs. This makes it easy to access the services you may need outside of Balance! and know that they too are a dedicated, reliable provider.

We can help connect you with a variety of mental health, physiotherapy and pathology professionals. Our centre itself provides vaccines and immunisations, extended hours of operation, pap smears, wound management and a lot more.

Come visit our practice in Edmonton, next to Sugarworld, and we can discuss how to start providing you with the absolute best care possible. To make it easier for you to access healthcare when you need it, we are also open 7 days.

As we face the uncertainty of the Coronavirus pandemic, we want to assure you that your family’s wellbeing is our top priority, and that we are in this together. Please call the clinic if you believe you may have the virus and we'll discuss your options over the phone: 4055 4400

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Business

Business News Go Wild at Hartley’s Crocodile Adventures

The Backyard Energetic and Laid Back

Hartley’s Crocodile Adventures is one of the longest continually operating tourist attractions in Australia.

Situated between Cairns and Port Douglas, it’s perfect for a day trip with the family.

The Backyard has a vibrant, relaxed feel with a distinct local North Queensland personality. Energetic and laid back during the afternoon – upbeat tempo and lively at night.

Embark on a cruise on Hartley’s Lagoon, see the world-famous Crocodile Attack Show, join a Crocodile Farm Tour, explore the 2,500 metres of walkways, have a special encounter with an animal or hold a koala, snake or croc in a safe environment. Enjoy a unique meal at Lilies Restaurant (how about a crocodile burger?), and don’t forget to visit the Paperbark Gift Shop for a keepsake. If you can’t get enough, a Wildcard will grant you free entry for a year, alongside other benefits.

With a choice of comfortable seating areas (the bar, deck or garden) guests can enjoy uninterrupted views of the waterfront, the mountain range and beyond.

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The chef cooks up a storm on the BBQ and smoker each weekend and the cuisine and cocktails encourage relaxed conversations with friends in al fresco surroundings. Guests can mingle while enjoying refreshing drinks and creative dishes. Bring the family and soak up the atmosphere, remember kids eat free!* *Terms and conditions apply.

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We bring Australian wildlife, marine creatures and insects to your birthday, school or event.

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Modern, protective, leak-proof apparel, underwear and swimwear, for periods and incontinence.

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Doggy daycare, pet grooming and dog training. Two locations; Portsmith and Marlin Coast. p 4041 6096 or 4057 8218 m 0431 213 971

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The workbook for creating the life of your dreams. Free your mind, gain clarity and establish what matters to you.

Order yours now for only $39.95 www.myvisionbook.com.au

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Home

Family Farmhouse With Megan from Freedom Cairns

Freedom's Tip: These days farmhouse styles tend to imitate the simpler, old fashioned homes, while still looking modern and beautifully upkept. Antique furnishing and decorations are perfect for sticking to the true farmhouse roots; try placing items like antique vases, lamps and mirrors around as decoration for that final touch.

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Farmhouse-styled homes always have one thing in common: a feeling of warmth and welcome. Or, they evoke nostalgia for some quiet, simple life that you either lived before or wish you had. In this modern day of using interior design to make your home as minimalistic and sleek as you can, the farmhouse style manages to keep those minimalistic aspects while still holding the look of a well-loved, full home.

The Basics Wooden furnishing, kitchenware and more has always been simple yet elegant in its own way. It feels comfortable and easy, and should be used along with touches of wooden décor to create the more personalised, crafty feel. The farmhouse style is about practicality, and how things can actually be used instead of never touched – so you can ditch the fine china!

Simplicity and Balance are Key Try incorporating this look into the home along with some more neutral aspects, otherwise you may begin to lose the comfier elements of the design.

A mix of light and dark colours as a colour scheme is important for allowing the home to stay open and bright, as heavier and darker furniture can make even big spaces seem smaller. Oversized, thick rugs and blankets are a key element to the warming, inviting feeling of the house. Who doesn’t love wrapping themselves up in a comfy blanket on the couch every now and then?

Artwork and Design When you try placing colourful, abstract art pieces amongst this, the style can often become too confusing.

Try sticking to paintings and photos of plants or scenery.

Earth tones throughout the house are a must as they build on top of the overall woodsy and informal look really well.

Aspects of Outdoors Add to the look of the hand-built-family-farmhouse by using gentle plant life as décor. When thinking of a true farmhouse, we don’t just think of the house but also the location. A bit of greenery can serve of as a reminder of this and can bring the interior design to life.

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School Holiday Guide

Local Activities Guide When we went to print with this guide, there were a lot of changes happening Australia-wide relating to the COVID-19 virus. We are thinking of all of our amazing entertainment, hospitality and tourism businesses who are no doubt being impacted at this time. We have collated a list of amazing local deals, and of course all of the things that are happening to keep the kids busy (please check before you go, just in case things have changed).

We hope many of you are staying local for the Easter Break and will support as many of these businesses as possible, not only these holidays, but by buying vouchers or local deals for the future if you can. Every dollar will count as you support local businesses during this time.

CaPTA Group Annual Pass for Locals Want unlimited fun and unforgettable experiences?

CaPTA Group offers great tours and attractions in both Cairns and Port Douglas. Enjoy the beautiful Australian Butterfly Sanctuary, Cairns Zoom and Wildlife Dome, Rainforestation Nature Park and the Wildlife Habitat in Port Douglas. And, to sweeten the deal… if you’re a local, you can get some awesome discounts too!

The Group Annual Pass allows you to have unlimited admission to all four of the parks mentioned above, so you can enjoy an abundance of adorable Aussie animals, indigenous culture and much more. Locals’ get 20% off, and as a family this means 12 months of free entry to any or all of the parks (yes – you can go as many times as you like!) for a great price.

Cost: $260.00 for a family, $104.00 for an Adult, $52.00 for a child.

Visit website for terms and conditions.

CaPTA Head Office: P 4035 3555 E res@capta.com.au www.capta.com.au

Hartley’s Crocodile Adventures Hartley’s offers a range of generous discounts and concessions which can only be purchased from the admissions staff and not online. This includes discounts for locals of course, so give them a visit and see what deals are out there waiting for you.

Why not sign up for a year? Get the Mega Wildcard which includes entry to Hartley's Crocodile Adventures, Kuranda Koala Gardens & Birdworld for 12 months for the persons named on the Wildcard.

Your wildcard includes: • Unlimited entry to the wildlife park/s stated on your wildcard for 12 months* • 10% discount off souvenirs in our gift shops • 10% discount off the retail menu in our cafes • 10% discount off souvenir digital photos and photographic merchandise • 20% discount off admission for your visiting friends and relatives when they accompany you * Normal validity 12 months from date of purchase.

Plus, these Holidays they have a free event from 4th – 19th April, 1.00pm at Gondwana Gateway Grill!

Join Hartley's Crocodile Adventures for the Aussie Back Yard Experience, with Australian Native animals daily at Gondwana Gateway Grill for the April school holidays.

Meet some of our little Aussie Friends. Check out their new Adventure Playground 'Slither and Slide' to see some amazing things! *terms and conditions A Hartleys Crocodile Adventures, Captain Cook Hwy, Wangetti P 4055 3576 E reservations@crocodileadventures.com Hartley’s Crocodile Adventures www.crocodileadventures.com

We have done our best to ensure all events and information was correct at the time of going to print.

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Cairns Aquarium

Skyrail Rainforest Cableway

The adventure begins at Cairns Aquarium. The only aquarium in the world exclusively dedicated to the habitats and species of Tropical North Queensland.

It’s a great way to keep the kids learning these school holidays in the most fun way possible. The best part?

Locals receive a 20% discount year-round on general admission prices!

Locals can enjoy a 20% discount at Skyrail Rainforest Cableway. The cableway allows you to take a journey over and into Australia’s Wet Tropics World Heritage Area, the home of the oldest tropical rainforest in the world! Visit the Rainforest Discovery Zone and the Edge Lookout – a new boardwalk with a glass floor section that lets you view the Barron Falls and Gorge.

There are tickets available for adults, children, families (2A + 2C) and even an annual pass for 12 months admission.

Local ID must be sighted on the day of travel to receive the discount. This offer is available for Cairns residents AND for those who live in the regions of the Tableland Regional Council, Cassowary Coast Regional Council and the Mareeba and Douglas Shire.

A 5 Florence St, Cairns City P 4044 7300 Cairns Aquarium www.cairnsaquarium.com.au

20% OFF for locals

Lets Go. Experience Co. Check out this site for amazing North Queensland and Cairns Locals discounts. Whether you’re looking for an Island Exploration or reef cruise, seeking thrill and adventure through white water rafting or skydiving, you can get up to a whopping 50% off!

A 6 Skyrail Dr, Smithfield P 4038 5555 Skyrail Rainforest Cableway www.skyrail.com.au

20% OFF for locals

King Reef Resort If you’re looking to revitalise in paradise, gather the family and head to the gorgeous King Reef Resort at Kurrimine Beach.

There is no better place to find the perfect holiday for you that comes with the perfect prices, so Lets Go with Experience Co! Find P 1300 601 899 deals up to E res@ragingthunder.com.au 50% OFF www.nqlocal.com

Explore all day, swim in the tranquil ocean or pool, build sandcastles on the beach and return to a yummy pub meal and enjoy a gorgeous sunset view from your beachfront shack. You can also hire a family pedal bike, have a BBQ, go horse riding or go fishing – the possibilities are endless.

Tjapukai Aboriginal Cultural Park

A 75 Jacobs Rd, Kurrimine Beach P 4065 6144 King Reef Resort www.kingreef.com.au

$10 Admission for Locals at Tjapukai! From 2nd March 30th June 2020 Locals includes the TNQ region to Cardwell, Cape York, Torres Strait and the Gulf regions.

Cairns Golf Club

If you haven't been here for a few years, now's your chance to pop in. Explore the rich history of the world’s oldest living culture, where you can explore a unique experience with performance, dance, food and arts.

Valid from the 2nd March until 30 June 2020.

If you love having some competitive fun, head to Cairns Golf Club for social golf and see who can complete the 18-hole goal. All players are welcome at any time, whether experienced or not, including on public holidays. You can even choose to walk through the course or take a motorised cart.

Local ID must be presented on arrival.

10% discount applies to friends and relatives who accompany locals.

A 4 Skyrail Dr, Smithfield P 4042 9999 Tjapukai Aboriginal Cultural Park www.tjapukai.com.au

Only $10 ENTRY for locals

Shangri-La Hotel: The Backyard Shangri-La loves locals! Locals’ Buffet Breakfast is available every day from 6.00am to 10.30am. No need to book, just come on over. Join the #Grasscutters locals’ membership to receive some great exclusive specials. Bring the family, kids eat for free* Family fun activities, BBQ, live entertainment and games available on Easter Sunday, 12th April. Visit website.

KIDS EAT A Pier Point Rd, Cairns City FREE* P 4031 1411 Shangri-La Hotel, The Marina, Cairns www.shangri-la.com

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Cost varies depending on if you play a full course or half a course and what equipment you hire. Visit their website for more information.

A Links Drive, Woree P 4037 6700 Cairns Golf Club www.cairnsgolfclub.com.au

Lake Tinaroo Holiday Park Treat your family to a little getaway on the gorgeous Atherton Tablelands. From camping and budget cabins to deluxe water view villas; Lake Tinaroo Holiday Park is the ultimate place to stay and play.

With a resort-style swimming pool, foreshore playground, peddle carts, jumping pillow and school holiday activities, there is no way anyone will be bored.

A 4-28 Tinaroo Falls Dam Rd, Tinaroo P 4095 8238 Lake Tinaroo Holiday Park www.laketinarooholidaypark.com.au

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DFO Cairns Easter Bunny: Monday 6th – Saturday 11th April, 11.00am – 2.00pm (exc. Friday 10th) Bunny Pot Workshop: Monday 6th – Thursday 9th April, 10.00am – 1.00pm. No bookings required.

Billy’s Buddies: Tuesday 14th – Friday 17th, every half hour until 12pm. Secure your place at www.billysbuddies.com.au.

Frozen Wonderland - Ice Skating and Tobogganing: Every two hours from 9.30am.

15 years and over - $20.00. Younger - $16 Parent and child (U-5’s) - $22.00 Family pass (x2 adults and x2 children under 14) - $65.00 Skating aids – from $10.00 A 274 Mulgrave Rd, Westcourt P 4031 0354 DFO Cairns

Biked Hire a bike and cruise down the beautiful Williams Esplanade of Palm Cove with your family these school holidays. It’s the perfect summer activity.

They’ve got a variety of bikes to suit everyone as well as children’s bikes and scooters. Bike hire starts from just $15. They can even do deliveries or pick-ups of bikes within the local area.

If cycling isn’t your speed, you can also hire beach accessories and toys for a great day by the shore.

A 2/123 Williams Esplanade, Palm Cove P 4059 0513 Biked – Palm Cove

South Cairns Gymnastics Ninja gymnastics – where kids get to be kids! Enjoy creative, circuit-based activities using the full range of equipment in our purpose-built facility. These programs are designed to get kids active and aware. Ninja gymnastics improves confidence, strength, balance, coordination, body awareness and agility.

The programs are great for children of all abilities and our awesome coaches are there to support them. This program has been a great benefit to children with Autism, ADHD, ADD and anxiety.

Programs available on select dates between Monday 6th – Friday 17th April.

NinjaGym for Prep to Grade 6: 10.30am – 11.30am KindaNinja for 2 – 5 years: 11.45am – 12.45am $13.00 cash per session/per child. No bookings required.

All abilities welcome and you do not have to be a member.

A 93 – 99 Roberts Rd, Bentley Park P 4045 2947 South Cairns Gymnastics Club www.gymsportsfnq.com.au

Earth Care Collective Nature Kids Club & school holiday programs are an opportunity for your child to immerse

themselves in an ecological adventure of learning, creativity, play, sustainable living, nature-connection and self-discovery.

For earth inspired, nature play kids aged 4 - 12 years.

9.00am – 3.00pm at Cairns Hinterland Steiner School.

Bookings Essential!

A Cairns Hinterland Steiner School, 46 Boyles Rd, Kuranda P 4093 8809 E eccollective.org@gmail.com Earth Care Collective www.earthcarecollective.org

Lasertag Cairns Outdoor Lasertag and Arrow Tag sessions at the Redlynch venue are available throughout the holidays. There is also a massive 4 hour Lasertag Mega Session EVERY Saturday over the school holidays for only $30!

Lasertag is suitable for all ages and Arrow Tag is for ages 10 and up. Normal sessions go for 2 hours at $24pp. Bookings essential.

A 626 Redlynch Intake Rd, Redlynch P 04 0075 3406 E info@cairnslasertag.com.au Lasertag Cairns www.cairnslasertag.com.au

The Young Company Get ready for non-stop adventures these school holidays with TYC’s Awesome Autumn Drama Programs.

Participate in the four-day programs and prepare for electrifying dramatic escapades!

If you’re 5 – 12 years old, then grab your pokédex and assemble your strongest team of Pokémon to stop the nefarious Team Rocket in League of Champions: Pikachu to the Rescue (6th April until 9th April) or prepare for a spell-binding musical adventure into the Wizarding World and compete in the renowned Triwizard Tournament in Wizarding Academy: Wands at the Ready (13th April until 16th April).

For our 8 – 14 year old students who have a knack for the latest technology trends and saving the world, team up with the VR Squad and come to the rescue of the world’s greatest spy agencies in iSpy: License to Thrill (6th April until 9th April) or attend the peculiar Summer Camp for the Unexceptional and discover your hidden musical talents under the tyrannical rule of Madam Cent in Disney Inferno: Here Comes Treble (14th April until 17th April).

Step into the spotlight these school holidays with TYC’s Awesome Autumn Drama Programs.

All programs run from 9am-3pm. Please contact us if you require earlier drop off or later pick up times. Cost between $270.00 - $290.00.

A 169-171 Bunda St, Cairns City P 4041 4066 The Young Company Theatre (TYC) www.theyoungcompany/com.au/holidays

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Jungle Juice and Rainforest Mini Golf

Bad Fishy

Mini golf is one of the funnest competition-based games for families, and now you can play it in the rainforest! Come and see who can win all nine holes and when you are done you can visit Jungle Juice Kuranda next door for a refreshment, located in the Kuranda Original Rainforest Markets.

Bad Fishy operates thrilling jet boat adventure rides on the stunning Trinity Inlet in Cairns. With spins, slides and speed, it’s loads of fun and family friendly.

A Therwine St, Kuranda P 0417 999 102 E Info@jungle-juice.com.au Jungle Juice Kuranda

Jump Mania is an indoor jumping trampoline park responsible for bringing the trampoline revolution to Cairns. A 1,000 square metre airconditioned warehouse with wall-to-wall trampolines making backyard trampolining a thing of the past. Check out their website for session times and events.

Cost: $16 for one hour of jump time (online bookings) and $2.50 for compulsory Jump Mania grip socks (yours to keep).

If you’re 7 – 12 years old and love moving, come have fun and learn some awesome new skills at the PCYC through the gymnastics and trampolining program.

Tuesday 7th, Thursday 9th, Thursday 14th, Thursday 16th April, 2.30pm – 4.30pm. $28.00 per session. You must have PCYC Membership or join on the day.

A 91 – 97 MacNamara St, Manunda P 4053 1532 PCYC Cairns www.pcyc.org.au

Cazalys

A Raintrees Shopping Centre, 118A Corner Koch, Alfred St, Manunda P 4212 4066 E manager@jumpmania.com.au Jump Mania Trampoline Park www.jumpmania.com.au

Cazalys is the place to be for great meals and family fun these school holidays. With an extensive menu and kids’ playground, games and more, what’s not to love?

Cairns Libraries Cairns libraries are never going to run out of quality books for you to read or things to do during the holidays, including: Paper Quilling. 10am start, all ages welcome. This is a recurring event so make sure to check their website for dates and additional information.

A craftwork of using rolled, shaped and glued together strips of paper to create beautiful, ornamental designs.

Available at Stratford Library, Earlville Library and City Library, this is a reoccurring event so make sure to check their website for the dates. This is a great opportunity to get creative!

Film Club. City Library, Friday 17th April, 12.30pm – 2.30pm. All ages welcome.

Here you can join fellow movie lovers each month at the City Library for a screening of a film and a discussion in a relaxed setting.

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A Warf A, The Marlin Marina, Cairns P 0499 490 030 Bad Fishy Jet Boating - Cairns www.badfishy.com.au

Cairns PCYC

Jump Mania

Cairns Libraries www.cairns.qld.gov.au/library

Must be at least 1.1m tall.

A 344 Mulgrave Rd, Earlville P 4054 1464 Cazalys Cairns www.cazalys.com.au

Tobruk Memorial Pool Not sure what to do these school holidays?

Check out the Pool Inflatable Obstacle Course for a fun way to test your skills on a uniquely challenging course. Along with the Jump Zone where you can bounce around on a number of trampolines, Tobruk Memorial Pool has all the fun your kids could want on Wild Wednesdays and Sunday Fundays.

Jump Zone and Pool Inflatable are available from 11.00am – 2.00pm (along with pool entry) for $14 pp.

Conditions and costs may apply, for more information visit their website.

A 370 Sheridan St, Cairns North P 4051 2604 E tobruk@belgravialeisure.com.au Tobruk Memorial Pool www.tobrukmemorialpool.com.au

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Cairns Night Markets You never know what you’ll discover at the Night Markets; from thoughtful handmade gifts to a relaxing massage and plenty of yummy food, it’s a spot not to be missed.

Head down these school holidays and discover all there is to see and do. Make sure you grab a yummy dessert!

A 54-60 Abbott St, Cairns City P 4051 7666 Night Markets www.nightmarkets.com.au

Learn how to maximise your body’s force-producing capabilities through easy to learn martial arts movements. It is not designed for sport competition, but rather for individuals to learn practical self-defence skills. Classes cater for children as young as four.

A 21 Donaldson St, Manunda P Master Barry Hampton 0414 782 189 E ckdadmin@bigpond.com

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Laserfun Looking for an adrenaline rush these school holidays? Laserfun is Cairns’ ultimate indoor family entertainment centre with laser tag, arcade and virtual reality, awesome fun for children and adults alike. It’s recommended players are at least six years old for laser tag (no upper limit on age – everyone can join in) and at least eight years old for VR. Prices Vary – Contact the team to enquire A T1, DFO Shopping Centre, 274 Mulgrave Rd, Westcourt P 4031 9865 E bookings@laserfun.com.au LaserfunCairns www.laserfun.com.au

Inflatable Kingdom Two and a half hours of action-packed fun on TEN massive jumping castles, inflatable obstacle courses, and games, plus a sports court and ball pit to get out all your child’s energy for the day and ensure they have the absolute best time while doing so.

Cost: $10 for children aged five and under and $17 for children six and over. Online bookings will save 10% off entry price. Don’t forget your socks!

A 164 Mayers St, Manunda P 4032 2844 Inflatable Kingdom www.inflatablekingdom.com.au

Ceramic Wall Hanging Planter: ages 9 - 13 on same day at 1.00pm / $29.00 Mixed Media Landscapes: 7th April, 10.00am. For ages 5 - 8 years who wish to learn how to experiment with mixed media (images and photos) to create landscape images / $19.00 Mixed Media Landscapes: for ages 9 - 13 on same day at 1.00pm / $23.00.

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Ceramic Pot Planter: 6th April, 10.00am. For ages 5 - 8 years who wish to learn the basics of creating with clay using professional ceramist techniques. $27.00.

Book online for 10% OFF!

Painting and Drawing: Who’s Wearing Wings: 8th April, 10.00am, or ages 5 - 8 years. Use your imagination to draw and paint tropical, winged creatures, while learning elements such as composition and proportions / $19.00.

Painting Rainforest Creatures: 8th April, 1.00pm, for ages 9 – 13 years. Learn elements of drawing to bring realism to familiar rainforest creatures / $23.00 Ned Kelly Diorama: 9th April, 1.00pm. For ages 9 – 13 years who wish to learn how to create a diorama by designing, painting and cutting / $26.00 Ned Kelly Hand Puppet: 9th April, 10.00am, ages 3 – 6 years. Create your own Ned Kelly hand puppet using felt shapes / $21.00 Life Drawing – Portraiture: 14th April, 10.00am, ages 8 – 11. Study the structure of the face and learn skills such as shading, blending and tonal colours to create a portrait / $19.00 Life Drawing – Portraiture: ages 12 – 14 years on same day, 1.00pm (learning more advanced techniques) / $23.00 Drawing En Plein Air (outside): 15th April, 10.00am, ages 8 – 11 years. Learn how to use your artists eye to explore the formation of trees on the Cairns Esplanade / $19.00 Drawing En Plein Air (outside): ages 12 – 14 years on same day, 1.00pm / $23.00 Ned Kelly Lamp Shade: 16Th April, 1.00pm, ages 5 – 8 years. Decorate a plastic flowerpot with landscape and watch it transform into a small light night using a battery-powered candle / $24.00 Ned Kelly Iron Mask: 16th April, 1.00pm, for ages 7 – 11 years who wish to learn how to create a Ned Kelly mask, turning your creation into a free-standing helmet / $26.00 Creative Collage: 17th April, 10.00am. For ages 5 – 8 years. Learn how to create a collaged image of an Australian animal using mixed media / $19.00 Creative Collage: ages 9 – 13 years on same day, 1.00pm / $23.00

Cairns Art Gallery

*all prices are for Non-Members, check website for Member prices

Introduce children to the fun of art with creative classes at the Cairns Art Gallery. Workshops are a great way to encourage kids to play and learn through art with crafty programs for those wishing to extend their skills.

A Cnr Abbott and Sheilds St, Cairns City P 4046 4800 Cairns Art Gallery www.cairnsartgallery.com.au

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Jackley’s Bakehouse

Rainforestation Nature Park

Your one-stop-shop for all things sweet. With delicious custom-made birthday cakes, cupcakes and more, what’s not to love?

Rainforestation Nature Park combines three fun experiences in one park; Rainforest Army Duck Tour, Pamagirri Aboriginal Experience and Koala and Wildlife Park. Open from 9.00am – 4.00pm daily, except Christmas Day. Wheelchair and pram accessible.

Keep an eye on Jackley’s Bakehouse’s Facebook page and website to discover what they’ve got happening for kids these school holidays (but pop in whenever you want a sweet treat of course!).

A Shop 57, Mount Sheridan Plaza, 106 Barnard Dr P 4036 0694 Jackley’s Bakehouse www.jackleysbakehouse.com.au

Cost: $51 adult, $25.50 child, $127.50 family (two adults and two children). Children under three are free.

Shuttlebus to be purchased separately.

A 1030 Kennedy Hwy, Kuranda P 4085 5008 Rainforestation www.rainforest.com.au

Cairns Wake Park

Cairns ZOOM & Wildlife Dome

The Kids Club is designed for younger guests to learn the basics of knee-boarding and wakeboarding in a fun, safe and supported environment. Experienced operators and coaches are on hand, the cable runs slower and buggy pick-ups from the far corners make it much more likely for younger riders to achieve.

Suitable for children from seven years of age onwards, cost is $35 per session.

Kids Club is on Monday, Wednesday and Friday in January from 8.30am-10.00am, bookings essential.

Cairns ZOOM & Wildlife Dome is the world’s first high ropes course in a wildlife park.

The wildlife park is suitable for ages, but ZOOM activities are suitable for children aged six and over who are CHILDREN over 120cm tall.

UNDER 3 ARE FREE! Cost: $25 adult, $12.50 child, $62.50 family (two adults and two children), Children under three are free.

Junior Keepers Program

A Skyrail Dr, Smithfield P 4038 1304 Cairns Wake Park www.cairnswakepark.com

Cairns ZOOM and Wildlife Dome – Junior Keepers Program: Step into the shoes of a wildlife keeper and help to look after our animals. You even get to have a photos taken with an animal to take home. Keepers in Training is available for 3 – 7 year olds, who must be assisted by an adult companion, and 8 – 13 year olds.

Jamie Gosling Football Academy What better way to spend these school holidays than training for and playing the sport you love? If you have a passion for soccer and want to get some fantastic training, mixed with a lot of fun, enrol to the JGFA Holiday Clinics this April.

Week 1: Wednesday 7th – Thursday 9th April.

Week 2: Tuesday 14th – Thursday 16th April

Cost: $40.00 per child. For children aged 3 – 7 years, this includes an adult companion.

A The Reef Hotel Casino, 35-41 Wharf St, Cairns City P 4031 7250 E info@cairnszoom.com.au Cairns ZOOM www.cairnszoom.com.au

9.00am – 12.00pm each day.

Cairns Colonial Club

Classes are for boys and girls aged 5 – 16 and they must bring Soccer boots, snacks, water and a hat.

Easter FAMILY FUN “Sleep Over” Special

They will learn skills, techniques, team games, World Cup, while being a part of challenges, competitions/prizes and FUN. Cost: JGFA players: $85.00 for three days or $35.00 per day / non-JGFA players: $100.00 for three days or $40.00 per day. Register online.

A Wistaria St, Holloways Beach P 0450 181 626 E Info@jgfa.com.au Jamie Gosling Football Academy www.jgfa.com.au

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CHILDREN UNDER 3 ARE FREE!

Relax and unwind amidst 11 acres of tropical rainforest gardens with 3 lagoon style pools, a brand-new children’s playground and contemporary Poolside Bar & Dining facilities. $139 per night includes accommodation for two adults and two children in a freshly refurbished Superior Room or spacious Studio Room with FREE hot buffet breakfast! (Conditions apply.) Book TODAY using code word “EASTER” and we’ll throw in a bonus $20 dining voucher!

A 18-26 Cannon St, Manunda P 4053 8800 Cairns Colonial Club Resort www.cairnscolonialclub.com.au

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School Holiday Guide

Table Tennis Cairns

Kumon

Head down these school holidays and have a go at table tennis. Don’t worry if you don’t have a bat, as the club has plenty available for you to use free of charge.

Kumon’s Maths and English Programmes build students’ abilities step-by-step, at the students’ own pace. Whether your child is learning to read, struggling with confidence in the classroom or preparing for high school, Kumon’s individualised programs can help.

Junior coaching sessions: Offering fun coaching sessions for 6 – 16 years. $10 per player.

A 99 Sheridan St, Cairns City P 0403 154 559 Table Tennis Cairns www.tabletenniscairns.com.au

Only $10 per player!

P Cairns North 0414 957 844 P Raintrees 0409 903 105 Kumon Cairns North Kumon Raintrees www.au.kumonglobal.com

Australian Butterfly Sanctuary

Lake Eacham Tourist Park

Be surrounded by 1,500 colourful butterflies in the Australian Butterfly Sanctuary. See butterflies in all life stages and learn about these incredible creatures. Open from 9.45am – 4.00pm daily except Christmas Day. Suitable for prams and strollers.

Lake Eacham Tourist Park is a friendly country park with plenty of room, vibrancy and a variety of facilities.

Whether you want to camp outdoors or stay in a cosy cabin, cook inside or use an open campfire, Lake Eacham has everything you need and is only five minutes away from the beautiful Lake Eacham itself.

Cost: $20 adult, $10 child (4-14 years), $50 family (two adults and two children). Children under three are free.

A 8 Rob Veivers Dr, Kuranda P 4093 7575 Australian Butterfly Sanctuary www.australianbutterflies.com

CHILDREN UNDER 3 ARE FREE!

Wildlife Habitat Port Douglas Get up close to Aussie animals in their recreated natural habitats at Wildlife Habitat Port Douglas. Open daily from 8.00am – 5.00pm except for Christmas Day. A great activity for all ages. Stroller and wheelchair accessible.

Cost: $37 adult, $18.50 child, $92.50 family (two adults and two children), children under three are free.

A Port Douglas Rd, Port Douglas P 4099 3235 Wildlife Habitat Port Douglas www.wildlifehabitat.com.au

CHILDREN UNDER 3 ARE FREE!

Little Pearls Swim School Little Pearls Swim School has passionate and caring instructors, ready to guide your child through their swimming journey. They focus on emotional, physical, and mental development and are dedicated to helping children become lifelong swimmers.

Programs of all kinds are available to suit all ages and abilities.

A 1 Cumberland Ave, Smithfield P 4038 1241 Little Pearls Swim School

A 198 Lakes Dr P 4095 3730 Lake Eacham Tourist Park www.lakeeachamtouristpark.com

FNQ Dance Academy Dancers of all ages and levels of ability are welcome to join, whether you are a beginner or advanced. FNQ Dance Academy offers classes in ballet, tap, fitness jazz, contemporary, plus boys only classes and more. There is bound to be a class for everybody wanting to learn.

A 168 Draper St P 4051 4888 FNQ Dance Academy www.fnqdanceacademy.com.au

Ambeau Sport and Rec Ambeau Sport and Rec are dive training specialists who offer classes in diving and first aid. For relaxation you can take a reef tour, which is available to all levels of divers, and will show you some amazing underwater creatures.

If you’re looking for something new, fun and exciting to try… these school holidays you can learn how to be a mermaid! Participate in their School Holiday Mermaid Camp: 9 am-5pm Mon-Thurs in Brinsmead and the option of Fitzroy Island on Friday. Call Amanda on 0411 612 442.

A 434-436 Brinsmead Rd P 0428661736 E info@divecareercentre.com.au www.divecareercentre.com.au

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Abacus By Wallis

AFL

Discover an easy and fun approach to mathematics with the:

We all love AFL and look forward to our local footy season, but we’ll have to wait a little longer this year with all community football postponed until 31st May 2020. This is a Nationwide decision around the COVID-19 pandemic and includes AFL Cairns and AFL Cairns Juniors fixtures. The community spirit of the clubs still thrives and AFL Cairns has stated how vital it is that the “support and engagement in community football continues during these times. It is vital players, coaches, administrators, supporters, sponsors, volunteers and kids retain close links to their local clubs, Auskick Centres and wider league network”.

Abacus Course – Study abacus skills and build up number skills by recognising, counting, writing, multiplying and dividing. Suitable age: Kindy+ Abacus Plus Course – Study abacus skills (see abacus course), mathematics or Japanese. Learn various concepts of maths as well as reading and writing in Japanese. Suitable age: Kindy – high school age.

A 8/116 Hoare St, Manunda P 0437 600 229 Abacus By Wallis www.abacusbywallis.com

Visit their website and keep an eye out for any upcoming matches.

Nukzu Muay Thai This small family-run gym teaches both Muay Thai and Jump Fit classes. You can start off with no experience and watch your body and skillset grow. All ages and fitness levels welcome. Classes are taught by staff- all with over 10 years’ experience, whom make the classes enjoyable but also a great work out.

A Shed 4/39 Cannon St, Manunda P 0415 331 262 www.nukzu.com

A 45 – 61 Tills St, Westcourt P 4042 3000 AFL Cairns www.aflcairns.com.au

Edu Kingdom Give your child a head start on their education with the help of Edu-Kingdom College Cairns and their fantastic courses.

Zoo To You

Whether your child is falling behind or is eager to excel, the team at Edu Kingdom cater for all ages and abilities from Year 1 to 12.

Bring the excitement to you with the array of unique animals that this team offers to bring to a session. They cater for school groups, day care centres, kindergartens and birthday parties or any special event you may have.

A 1/343 Sheridan St, North Cairns P 0439 897 776 Edu-Kingdom College Cairns www.edukingdom.com.au/qld

P 0415 696 439 E info@zootoyou.com.au Zoo To You www.zootoyou.com.au

Turning Pointe Dance Studio

Mungalli Creek Dairy Mungalli go above and beyond standard farms by planting rainforests, creating wetlands and having a big variety of animals who call their farm home. Visit their Café or farmers markets for great products – some of which are lactose free!

A 1/343 Sheridan St, North Cairns P 0439 897 776 Mungalli Creek Dairy www.mungallicreekdairy.com.au

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This studio offers classes for children from two years and up, aiming to inspire a love of dance through fun basic movement. Each student is given the opportunity to achieve in a fun, caring, safe and enthusiastic environment, guided by qualified teaching staff.

Classes are available for ballet, jazz, tap, contemporary, musical theatre and acrobatics.

A 240 Hartley St, Bungalow P 4031 3390 Turning Pointe Dance Studios www.turningpointe.com.au

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