PakMag Cairns - October 2018 Issue 136

ISSUE: OCT 2018

136

CAIRNS

HALLOWEEN PARTY FUN KIDS IN THE KITCHEN: SPOOOKY RECIPES

SEEMINGLY INNOCENT THINGS THAT ARE DANGEROUS MASCULINE VS FEMININE ENERGY IN PARENTING SCHOOL HOLIDAY GUIDE

NEW BEGINNINGS: TIPS FOR TRANSITION YOUR GUIDE TO FAMILY-FRIENDLY DINING IN CAIRNS

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CONTENTS 6 Entertainment: Check It Out 8 Feature: 10 Seemingly

Innocent Things that

are Dangerous 11 The Thing Is:

With Bree James 13 Masculine Vs Feminine

Energy in Parenting 17 Principal’s Pen 21 New Beginnings:

Tips for Transition 25 Community Kindy

Vs Childcare Kindy 27 Bump, Bub and Beyond:

Pregnancy Problems 28 Bump, Bub and Beyond: WIN 31 What’s On Guide 33 Mini Mag 41 Health 43 5 Simple Tips to Keep

Your Child’s Feet Pain-Free 45 The PakMag Experts 49 Exploring Childcare Options 50 Home with Caro and Kingi:

Playroom Paradise 52 Business 54 AFL Snapped 56 Celebrate: Halloween Fun! 59 Kids in the Kitchen:

Recipes for Halloween 60 Your Guide to Family-Friendly

Dining in Cairns 63 School Holiday Guide

Grand Publishing Founder and Editor-in-Chief Bree James Content and Marketing Manager Naomi Porter Marketing to Families Manager Lisa Gillman Marketing to Families Experts Dan Kendrick Colleen DuBois

Hello and welcome to the October edition of PakMag, our Halloween Extravaganza.

We hope to see you at our Halloween event at Sugarworld - it’s going to be so much fun! This exclusive PakClub event is open to our PakClub members. Not a member yet? It’s easy to join, just head on over to www.pakmag.com.au and fill in your details. Not only will there be free water slides, and you will also get to test out their new Mini Golf it’s going to be HUGE. If that isn’t enough, we also have an exclusive preview of Goosebumps 2: Haunted Halloween. Head to www.pakmag.com.au for your chance to win, and get the kids to do their Mini Mag for more chances to win.

We have so many exciting things happening in the background at PakMag HQ, we can’t wait to share them with you. So if you aren’t following us on Facebook, Instagram or YouTube, or signed up as a PakClub member on our website - you should!

Until next time, hope you have a sensational month, and I hope to see you at our Halloween events.

And, don’t forget to tell everyone you read it in PakMag.

Bree James Grand Publishing Founder and Editor-in-Chief

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Entertainment

CHECK IT OUT Starry Night Cinema - Peter Rabbit When: Wednesday, 3rd October, 7.00pm - 9.00pm Where: Cairns Botanic Gardens More info: Starry Night Cinema Join mischievous Peter Rabbit and his three sisters Flopsy, Mopsy, and Cotton-Tail on an exciting adventure the whole family will love. In this story, Peter faces a new foe when one of the McGregor’s relatives suddenly moves in and finds a family of rabbits in his vegetable garden. Free entry for children under school age.

Babinda Harvest Festival

Peace Lutheran College Spring Fair When: Saturday 20th October, 3.00pm - 8.00pm Where: Peace Lutheran College More info: www.plc.qld.edu.au Looking for an exciting weekend activity? Peace Lutheran College Spring Fair is a family event not to be missed. Enjoy all the fun of the fair, including stalls, rides, food, a petting zoo, monster raffle and entertainment. The night will end with a bang with a fantastic fireworks display.

When: Saturday 13th October, 3.30pm - 12.00am Where: Babinda Showgrounds More info: www.babindaharvestfest.org The 2018 Babinda Harvest Festival kicks off with a grand street parade, followed by entertainment, rides, food and live music until midnight at the Babinda Showgrounds. Don’t miss out on the spectacular fireworks display and cane burning. Can’t wait? Get a team together for the St Rita’s School Trivia Night on the 10th of October. This year’s theme is ‘Festival of the Flags.’

PakMag Movie Preview - Goosebumps 2: Haunted Halloween When: Wednesday 24th October, 6.30pm - 8.30pm Where: Event Cinemas Cairns Central More info: PakMag Cairns www.pakmag.com.au Halloween is just around the corner, and in anticipation we want you to come to the movies with us! Head on over to our Facebook page and website for your chance to win a family pass.

Preview only open to ticket winners. Enter to win and be the first to see the exclusive PakMag screening of Goosebumps 2 - if you dare!

Tablelands Folk Festival When: Friday 26 October - Sunday 28 October Where: Yungaburra More info: www.tablelandsfolkfestival.org.au The vibrant Tablelands Folk Festival returns this month, featuring musicians spanning genres from folk to rock and everything in between. Get ready to enjoy a huge variety of stalls, food, a raffle, and a weekend of amazing local music in a family friendly village atmosphere.

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Cairns Baby Welcoming Ceremony When: Saturday 27th October, 9.00am - 2.00pm Where: Cairns Regional Council More info: www.cairns.qld.gov.au Have you welcomed a little one since September 2017?

Register for the Cairns Baby Welcoming Ceremony for your baby to receive a warm welcome to the world and the Cairns community. Each baby will be presented with a commemorative certificate keepsake.

Registrations can be completed through the website and close Friday 19th October.

PakMag Spooky Spectacular When: Saturday 27th October, 4.30pm - 6.00pm Where: Sugarworld Waterpark More info: PakMag Cairns www.pakmag.com.au Cost: Gold coin donation (supporting the Belgravia Foundation) It’s on again in 2018! Come and celebrate Halloween with us at Sugarworld. Entertainment, mini-golf, free slides, and Halloween fun. Dress to impress (if you’re sliding, please no face paint).

This exclusive PakClub event is open to our PakClub members. Not a member yet? It’s easy to join, just head on over to www.pakmag.com.au and fill in your details.

PakClub members will receive up to date information on what excitement and family fun will be happening!

10 Seemingly Innocent Things That Are Actually Quite Dangerous STORY Jenna Galley You probably know that there are certain diet and lifestyle habits that should be avoided, or at least limited.

Eating unhealthy foods, drinking excessive alcohol, using toxic sprays around the house, all come to mind.

But did you know that there are a few daily habits that we probably have all picked up that come with serious health concerns?

Not convinced radiation is connected to your devices?

Head to Pakmag’s YouTube channel to see what happened when we tested it out using a radiation monitor.

The good news is that it’s easy to limit these unhealthy habits from impacting ourselves and our families. It’s simply a matter of identifying them first.

Bad Habit #1: Sleeping with Wi-Fi on Before retiring for the night, you probably shut the windows, lock the doors, and perhaps set the alarm.

But do you turn your Wi-Fi off?

Sleeping with your devices near you (or on you) increases your radiation exposure which can lead to many health issues including brain tumours.

Switch your devices to flight mode, turn the Wi-Fi off and keep your distance from your devices when you’re not using them. After all, it’s not like you need to check your emails at 4am. Even if your brain is telling you otherwise.

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WATCH IN THE ONLINE MAG Bad Habit #2: Putting your phone in your bra Placing your phone in your bra seems like the logical thing to do when you’ve run out of hands and pocket space. But it could be causing serious damage.

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The World Health Organization and the International Agency for Research on Cancer have classified mobile phones as a “possible carcinogen”, which means there’s currently not enough research to say whether it causes cancer. But it’s better to be safe than sorry so keep those devices away from your breasts and genitals.

This goes for iPads on kids’ laps too.

Bad Habit #3: Re-using (and reheating) plastic water bottles You’re out with the kids. They’re thirsty and you’ve left the BPA-free water bottles at home! We’ve all been there. And we’ve all bought the occasional plastic bottle of water from the shops.

But did you know that re-using these plastic water bottles is actually quite dangerous, especially if the plastic has been exposed to heat (such as being left in a hot car)?

Plastic water bottles are made from a material called polyethylene terephthalate. Numerous studies have concluded that when heated, this substance excretes the chemicals BPA and antimony. Both are bad for our bodies and have been linked to some seriously startling conditions including cancer, ADHD, obesity, heart problems, neurological issues and diabetes. Eek! The bottom line? If you must buy a plastic water bottle, then make sure you don’t reuse it, especially if it’s been left in the car. Chuck it straight in the recycling bin.

Bad Habit #4: Not washing your fruit and veg This is another one we’re probably all guilty of doing from time to time. Even though Australia is considered one of the safest food suppliers in the world, it’s still so important to wash your fruit and veg before serving.

This can help eliminate foodborne illnesses including those caused by bacteria such as Salmonella, Listeria and E coli.

Washing your fruits and veggies can eliminate any residue left by harmful pesticides and ensure you’re not bringing home the germs from other shoppers who may have touched the produce before you. Soaking your veggies in one part vinegar to three parts water is an even more effective way to get rid of the nasties.

Or, you can invest in a fruit and veg cloth which also does the trick.

Bad Habit #5: Binge-watching TV We all need a bit of chill time. And what better way to relax than to binge watch episodes on Netflix or Stan?

But spending hours on the couch can increase your risk of a number of health issues including diabetes, heart disease and even cancer.

If you are planning a marathon movie sess, follow the 2/30 rule. For every two hours of watching, get up and do some light exercise for 30 minutes.

Bad Habit #6: Eating margarine Many of us assume that margarine is the healthier equivalent to butter but this actually isn’t the case.

Sure, butter is a little on the fatty side, but it is a lot better for you than margarine which is highly synthetic with heaps of additives and cheap, low-grade oils and trans-fat. Make the switch (back) to butter and give your body a break from the chemicals.

Bad Habit #7: Using chemicals around the house Speaking of chemicals, cleaning products are full of them! Consider swapping to bicarb and vinegar for your basic cleaning needs as well as eucalyptus and hot water for your dusty furniture.

Bad Habit #8: Burning toxic candles and essential oils Candles and essential oils are great for relieving stress but did you know that some candles actually let out toxic fumes, such as benzene and toluene?

Nope? Me neither! Make the swap to vegetable-based, non-scented, non-pigmented candles.

Essential oils can also be incredibly dangerous, especially if accidentally consumed. If you have a curious tot in the house, then you can never be too careful with things like this. Some common essential oils are also toxic to pets, including tea tree oil and pennyroyal.

Bad Habit #9: Lathering your skin with chemicalbased products Our skin is our biggest organ which is why it’s so important to take care of it. Sunscreen is a must and so is moisturiser. When buying skincare products, check the ingredient list first. Some of the ingredients to avoid include parabens, synthetic colours, phthalates, triclosan, formaldehyde, SLES and SLS. Bad Habit #10: Not checking food labels Many kids are fussy eaters which makes it a bit tricky to find foods that they will actually eat. But before you reach for the packaged, colourful funny-shaped snacks, check the labels.

Plenty of these packaged foods are loaded with extra ingredients including sugar, salts, added colouring, preservatives and sacillates. These added ingredients can lead to problems in children, including trouble sleeping and moodiness.

As a general rule, when choosing snacks, the fewer ingredients, the better.

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The Thing Is

The Thing Is...

STORY Bree James

Comparison is the thief of joy. It’s the thief of your joy if you compare your life to others.

The thing is… we do it all the time. It’s a terrible habit that hurts.

Both have a really tough time juggling life with kids.

Both have moments when we wish we had the opposite life.

We look at our kids, and compare them to other kids.

“I wish my kids behaved like yours”, “If only my kids would be as responsible as your kids are”. Saying to my older child, “Your little brother can do it, why can’t you?” is probably the worst thing he has heard me say (ok maybe not THE WORST, but you get my drift).

I wish at times I was the one at home, educating our kids, and investing in them first. They are my biggest asset, but (sometimes) not my biggest investment.

It’s hard. I have to invest most of my best time, and best energy into my business. My family gets what’s left of me at the end of the day. I work on this every day to try and improve, but there is only so much Bree to go around.

My kids have said comparisons to me “Mummy why don’t you come to the school like the other mums?”

Sure, it looks like I have it all together on the outside, my life may look glamorous to you.

Comparisons hurt.

But don’t envy a life that you only see the surface of.

Don’t let your partner wish you to be a person that you are not. Sure. My husband wishes I was a stay at home mum - sometimes. But then he really thinks about what that would actually mean (me home every day running our house with a million family projects)!

I’ve had women in the past few months tell me their partner has said “Why can’t you be more like Bree?

She works and juggles family”. My instant reaction is I’d like to throat punch them, but I take a breath and say “I am so sorry he said that, but trust me, your partner wouldn’t want that if he knew what it actually meant”.

I’ve had men come up at the end of presentations and say “I’m glad you aren’t my wife”. Others have said “I wish my wife had more ambition, like you”. Both statements break my heart a little. Sure, I want to inspire people, but I certainly don’t want them feeling 'less than'.

Women who are working or are the bread winner, don’t have it all together.

Our brains are trained to look for what’s wrong.

Saying things that make people feel less than is not cool.

Sure, we all want better. But in my opinion, if you are using all the skills you were given in this life then you will be happy. So if being a stay at home parent fulfils you, that’s wonderful. If being a working parent fulfils you, then that’s wonderful too. But please, stop the comparison. It’s no good for you.

Women who are staying at home, don’t have it all together either.

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Parenting

Masculine vs Feminine Energy in Parenting STORY Jenna Galley Parents wear many different hats. We’re always mum and dad but we are also so much more. In the blink of an eye we can go from loving comforters, nurturing our little ones after a bad day at school, to fearful enforcers, kindly asking (okay, yelling at) our kids to pick up their shoes (for the eighth billion time).

While most of us can easily shift from the kind, loving, accepting parent to the strict, ordered and practical parent, did you ever stop to think what’s guiding these changes?

There’s an energy system at play here, known as masculine and feminine energy. And it impacts our daily lives more than we may realise.

How masculine and feminine energy works We all have masculine and feminine energy in ourselves.

Typically we are guided more by one over the other.

However, just because you are female doesn’t necessarily mean you are more guided by feminine energy. Despite the name, masculine and feminine energy isn’t a gender thing.

In relationships, we tend to think that one person must be guided by masculine energy and another by feminine energy. This is how the law of attraction works - the more opposed these energies are, the stronger the attraction.

But when it comes to parenting, this isn’t the case. Sure, being pregnant and giving birth, channels our feminine energy. But parenthood requires both masculine and feminine energy on a daily basis which is why we can all benefit from learning how to identify and develop both.

The masculine energy at work Typically, masculine energy is at play when doing the practical things - planning meals for the week, budgeting for the month, scheduling the kids’ many activities, ushering everyone out the door on time in the mornings, organising birthday parties and disciplining the kids when they misbehave.

When our masculine energy is at work, we often place intellect and logic over emotion. We’re practical, forceful, assertive and reasonable. We use forwardthinking and are focused on the task at hand.

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Parenting

The feminine energy at play Our feminine energy is often what guides us through those late night feeds with our newborns, what makes us swell up with pride (and tears) when our child wins a race at an athletics carnival and what allows us to see the frustration our toddler feels underneath those awful tantrums.

When we are guided by our feminine energy, we are connected to emotions. More adaptable, sensual, imaginative, intuitive, creative and playful.

Still a bit lost? Think of it this way. Masculine energy is made up of a straight line. It’s all about getting from point A to point B. Practical. Logical. To the point.

Feminine energy is more of a curved line or swirl. It’s fluid, flexible and all over the place. Feminine energy allows us to do 25 things at once, adapt, grow and take emotions and changes into account.

Finding the balance It’s quite common for us to get caught up in one over the other which can put ourselves and our ability to be a balanced parent all out of whack.

For example, if you’re letting the masculine energy guide you too much, you may start to feel tired, stressed, overworked and missing that element of fun.

But if you let the feminine energy guide you too much, you may have trouble making decisions, standing your ground or getting tasks done.

Here are a few ways to channel your feminine and masculine energies.

Feeling overworked? Find your feminine Head outdoors - Rainforests, creeks and the ocean are all teeming with natural feminine energy. Go for a hike in the rainforest or a stroll along the beach if you’re feeling the masculine burn.

Try something creative - Draw, cook, colour in, paint, dance, write or simply take some time to build animals out of Play-Doh with the kids. These tasks let you relax and express yourself through a creative outlet.

Let go of the control - It sounds easy, but it’s not (take it from me, a self-confessed control freak)! Sometimes letting someone else take control and watch them do

it wrong (I mean, differently), can leave you feeling agitated. Breathe and take a step back. It’s good for your soul.

Live in the now - Our world is fast-paced and it can be quite easy to get caught up in the ‘what’s next’ mentality. It’s hard to get used to this feeling of ‘relaxing’ when you’re constantly busy and it can feel like you ‘should’ be doing something. You shouldn’t. We all need to do nothing every once in a while. Read a magazine without feeling guilty, watch an entire Pixar movie in bed with the kids, sit outside and stare at the trees. And put the phone away – it’s hard to live in the ‘now’ when you’re checking emails, Facebook messages or scrolling through what others are up to.

Unfocused and unmotivated? Bring on the masculine Challenge yourself - Start something with a goal to not only finish it, but nail it. Whether it’s a challenge through your gym or a challenge that involves you going out of your comfort zone, find the motivation to give it a go.

Construct something - The act of building something is very masculine. This doesn’t mean you have to buy out half of Bunnings in an attempt to rebuild your kitchen.

You can, of course, or you can start a bit smaller. My son and I recently made a little key holder (following instructions I found online) which was a fun bonding activity that used that linear masculine thinking.

Plan ahead - Masculine energy is all about moving forward. To channel this masculine energy, plan a function, an event or a holiday. Make a list of things to do and tackle them, one by one. To-do lists are great when we need to find that productiveness that might be lacking.

Using masculine and feminine energies to your advantage Conflict at home, with your partner and with your kids, often occurs when masculine and feminine energies are not in balance. For example, if both you and your partner are taking on the masculine role, it can lead to a fight for power.

Remember, polar energy attracts. Be aware of what energy is guiding yourself, your partner or your children at any given time and try to adjust accordingly. Finding that harmonic balance at home starts with learning how to identity and develop these very powerful energies.

Find out more Interested in finding what energy guides you? Check out www.tonyrobbins.com where there are heaps of great resources and a free five-minute quiz on masculine and feminine energy.

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Principal’s Pen

PRINCIPAL’S PEN Mackillop Catholic College, Mount Peter

St Anthony’s School, Dimbulah

Luke Reed

Kath Porter

For those of us living in the tropics, there are two growing seasons; fast and very fast.

Our kids are also growing and learning all the time: at home, in school, with their friends, through the media, within our neighbourhoods, on teams and in clubs.

At MacKillop we desire purposeful learning that will build our students' capacities and enhance their (and our) humanity.

We are learning all the time; however, purposeful learning is perhaps the best. Our students are well versed in three learning dispositions: respect, engagement, and personal best. Respect for one another, the learning environment and culture. Active engagement in learning processes, and giving one’s personal best in the pursuit of growth.

They capture the ‘MacKillop Way’.

I still remember this quote a 13 year old shared at a public speaking event.

“My goal is not to be better than anyone else, but to be better than I used to be.” Dr Wayne W. Dyer Spring has sprung. Enjoy the season of growth! office.mountpeter@cns.catholic.edu.au www.mackillopcatholiccollege.qld.edu.au

St Clare’s School, Tully Narelle Harney Starting school marks an important milestone in the lives of young children.

The first year of formal schooling can be an exciting and nervous time for parents and children.

Transition from kindy to prep in a small school allows us to personalise the experience for each family. Prior to enrolment, we encourage parents to make an appointment for a tour and to ask questions relating to their child.

Creating a partnership with parents increases opportunities for each child to grow and excel in a secure, supportive environment.

Our aim is to help all children to: •• Use language effectively to communicate with peers and adults, •• Develop strong foundations in literacy and numeracy, •• Develop self-confidence and independence, •• Increase problem solving skills, •• Develop physically, •• Make friends, share and cooperate with others, •• Express themselves creatively, and •• Develop a sense of self and others.

We are a school that encourages healthy lifestyle choices with a vegetable garden accessible to all our children.

All students participate in physical education classes including: a water awareness program, cross country and athletics, hockey, basketball, ball games cup, with many of our children representing at District and Peninsula levels.

We work closely with the local Kindergarten to do a series of transition days in term 4 for those children attending our school in the following year. principal.dimbulah@cns.catholic.edu.au www.sta.qld.edu.au

Helping to make the transition from home or kindy to the school setting is of importance to us at St Clare’s School. During term four we host a Prep transition program where children enrolled for the following year take part in class activities and become familiar with our school setting. The program runs for one day a week for five weeks. It’s a wonderful way in assisting children to make a successful adjustment to the school environment. New friendships are encouraged and children practise skills necessary for school. Important information for parents is shared at a parent information evening which occurs during the five-week period.

Contact our school on 4068 1527 for enrolment enquiries as there are limited places available for Prep in 2019. secretary.tully@cns.catholic.edu.au www.stclares.qld.edu.au

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Principal’s Pen

PRINCIPAL’S PEN Good Counsel Primary School, Innisfail Liam Kenny Starting big school is a really big thing for little kids… and their families.

Here at Good Counsel Primary School we do everything we can to give children a smooth transition to school.

Already we’ve had lots of fun introducing kindy kids to our pre-prep sessions. These ran throughout term 3.

We also know how important it is for parents to feel prepared and informed. Our Prep Parent Information Evening is a great opportunity to meet our teachers and have a look at some of our facilities. Your questions can be answered and you may even find out some things you hadn’t thought of.

At Good Counsel Primary we value a strong partnership with families and encourage the building of relationships within a caring and safe community. It is our belief that children more easily achieve their true potential when parents feel comfortable being active and involved in the life of the school.

Start (or continue) your journey with us and come along to the 2019 Prep Information NightWednesday November 14, 6.00pm - 7.30pm Good Counsel Primary Theatrette. principal@gcps.qld.edu.au www.gcps.qld.edu.au

St Rita’s SCHOOL, SOUTH JOHNSTONE Greg Hoare “Get Set for Prep” Program.

Starting school is a big step in the lives of young people. St Rita’s ‘Get Set for Prep’ program allows children to take small steps in a fun and supportive environment before having to jump straight into fulltime schooling.

This extensive Prep readiness program is for our new Prep students. But your child does not have to be enrolled at St Rita’s to come along. Simply turn up and spend a few hours here to get a feel for what we have to offer at St Rita’s. Children have so much fun they don’t even know we are preparing them for Prep.

The “Get Set for Prep” program is a series of morning sessions.

Activities are designed to be fun. Each week the children will have something different to take away with them. These sessions take place on Wednesdays between 9:00am and 12:30pm on the following dates: October 24th, October 31st, November 7th and November 14th. principal.johnstone@cns.catholic.edu.au www.stritascps.qld.edu.au

ST Joseph’s JOSEPH’S School, SCHOOL, Atherton ATHERTON St Donna Maxsted At St Joseph's our transition program focuses on welcoming new families to our school. All enrolment interviews include a tour of the school and an opportunity to get a feel for the atmosphere of Joey's.

The formal transition program takes place mid-term 4. Parents and children are invited into the school. Children engage in learning through an introduction to school routines, and parents get an introduction to the practical aspects of starting school (uniforms, booklists, etc). We also cover topics to assist parents in helping to prepare their children for school and give them an insight into contemporary learning and teaching practices, especially in the areas of literacy and numeracy development.

Our teachers support the transition to school by visiting children in their pre-school settings prior to the commencement of school.

On top of this, all the local kindy kids, and families who have applied for St Joseph's, are invited to Under 8’s day (term 2).

Joey’s active P&F always look for opportunities to engage with parents and support them in their role as the first educators of our students.

Orientation day is Wednesday, 7 November. principal.atherton@cns.catholic.edu.au www.stjoeys.qld.edu.au

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Education

NEW BEGINNINGS: Tips for transition STORY Steph Meekings, Cairns Catholic Education and Peter Gazzola, Trinity Anglican School Your little one’s introduction to prep can seem equal parts anxiety-inducing and exciting – and it’s important to be prepared for a range of emotions from both yourself as parents and carers as well as from your child. Finding the right school for your family and being prepared to support your little one’s emotional needs can make the process much easier than you may think.

Starting prep is not just about the first day of school, but rather setting your child up for a smooth transition from early learning to a life of education. Parents should work in partnership with their chosen school to make this big step much less daunting. According to the Victorian Education Department, “successful transition programs contribute to 60 per cent of student learning improvement in academic and social development”.

With this in mind, the school’s transition program is imperative to not only your little one’s adjustment into prep, but also their long-term academic outcomes.

So be sure to attend information sessions and educate yourself on the school’s transition period and how it can assist your little one.

Finding the right fit Choosing a school with a successful transition program offers families and schools the opportunity to get to know one another and brings the entire family on the journey from enrolment right through to the first year. It gives your child the chance to build relationships with teachers and peers, as well as feel comfortable, confident and supported in their new learning environment.

Common objections: “I don’t want to go to that school!”

Make sure your child has the chance to be heard. Get down on their level or bring them up to your level so you are eye-to-eye. Ask them what they are concerned about and reassure them that their feelings are valid rather than dismissing how they are feeling. It is likely they are worried about not knowing anyone or not fitting in, so you can comfort them by letting them know their classmates will be feeling the same way and will want to make new friends, too. You could also reassure them by explaining their pre-prep transition days will give them the chance to meet new friends.

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Education

The big day

Primary to Secondary School - Are your children ready?

Offer plenty of opportunities for communication prior to their first official day so your little one has a better understanding of what to expect. You can start to mention big school, school uniforms and how proud you are of them or involve school talk in playtime at home. The Queensland Government offer a ‘Starting School Game’, which is available to download online and includes games and information encouraging parents and kids to talk about starting school in a playful way. If you find your child is overwhelmed or worried about starting prep, this is a fun way to get them accustomed to the idea.

There is no doubt that the environment of a primary and secondary school traditionally are very different.

Common objections: “I want to stay home with you!”

It can be so difficult to see your little one upset at drop off, but reassuring them and being prepared for how they may react will help you to respond to the situation. Kids Matter recommends learning from other transition periods and tailoring an approach that suits your little one’s temperament. For example, think about a time your child experienced another transition period. What approach helped them through this stage? Use this experience and tailor it to this situation.

Prep and beyond Once your child is settled into prep, clear communication with the school is crucial for ongoing success. Schools see education as a partnership between schools and families and parents and carers are welcomed as members of the school community.

The classroom teacher in the primary school has always been the person to deliver or manage the educational needs of their students.

They are multi-disciplined and can deliver and teach content from most subject areas, while in secondary school, teachers have been seen as masters of their subjects, often delivering content from one or two subject areas.

A local teacher with experience in both primary and secondary schools told us their story, recalling an interesting conversation in a secondary staffroom. The teacher had been teaching year six for about ten years and decided to teach year nine humanities. In this particular staffroom, the teachers prided themselves on mastering their disciplines. "One by one the teachers were exclaiming ‘I teach history but my specialty is Ancient Greece,’ or ‘I teach maths and I’m an expert in trigonometry’. Eventually they turned to me and asked what I taught, and I replied ‘I teach students’."

A significant difference has been how teachers viewed their role; in primary, teachers are very student focused - while in secondary, teachers can be very subject focused.

Secondary schools have changed significantly in the last ten years.

Over time it has been realised that care to the individual must not be lost, particularly as students move from primary to secondary.

Many schools have transition programs that include exposure to the routines of secondary school. Primary students will often spend time in secondary schools by shadowing year seven students for a day. Some schools even allow primary students access to the science labs available in secondary schools.

In order to manage transitions, there are mentoring programs both before and after students commence secondary school.

Strong pastoral care programs have become a feature of transition programs, and parent meetings are held to explain communication channels as these are often quite different in secondary schools.

Teachers are often asked the question, "when is it the right time to begin the transition process for primary students?" To which the local teacher's answer is, "no matter what age some students still struggle.

The answer lies within the skills and attitude of the student”.

This teacher recently researched and wrote an educational framework for middle schooling (years five to nine) which included interviewing students. The most common concern of students moving from year six to year seven, especially when moving to a new school, was making friends. The students that coped the best were the students with high resilience, organisational and social skills. These cannot be taught overnight, but are lifelong skills and should be encouraged and nurtured both at home and school.

While schools can do a great deal to help students cope with the transition, parents can too.

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To answer these questions and more, parents should first identify the key differences between a community kindergarten and a childcare kindergarten.

Group Size: Better learning outcomes are achieved through smaller groups. At Edmonton Community Kindergarten, there is a maximum of 21 children at the kindergarten at any one time.

Educators: Unlike community kindergartens, not all childcare kindergarten educators are qualified and Queensland registered. Only registered educators can teach in schools.

School Readiness: The way in which a community kindergarten operates closely resembles school in that they have the same teacher every day, school hours and the same class of friends each day. Edmonton Community Kindergarten, co-director Carol Browning explains that, “seeing the same familiar faces everyday, having similar interests and experiences with others, all supported by the same educators during the day helps children feel safe and comfortable. Their confidence and joy soon develop as a result�.

Focus: Community kindergartens focus all of their training, education, development and resources on one age group.

What sets Edmonton Community Kindergarten apart?

Established for almost 25 years as a C&K affiliate, it is a well-respected member of the South Cairns community.

Testimony to this are the families that return with their second, third and fourth children, year after year.

Exceeding the National Quality Standards: Edmonton Community Kindergarten has achieved this high rating because they go beyond the requirements of the National Quality Standards for early childhood education and care.

The Educators: The teaching teams are fully qualified and highly experienced professionals who truly enjoy working with children and their families. Educators have prior experiences in a range of settings, from childcare, primary and preschool, additional needs programs, university teaching and life experience as parents themselves.

Additional Support: Edmonton Community Kindergarten has an excellent reputation for supporting children who have additional learning needs and those who require help with social and emotional health skills. Teachers also effectively offer extended learning opportunities for children who need learning challenges.

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Bump, Bub and Beyond

Pregnancy Problems STORY Jenna Galley Ahh pregnancy. It’s an incredibly exciting journey for you and your growing family. But in addition to a budding baby bump, you may have a few growing concerns about the various strange symptoms that come with pregnancy.

Some women breeze through the nine (okay, ten) months of pregnancy with very few issues. But, it’s quite normal to experience at least a few bumpy patches along the way.

Here are a few of the rather uncomfortable side effects that come with the joy of growing a baby.

but you may also find that you are not just craving certain foods, but craving food in general. An increased appetite is normal, especially during the first and third trimester. Some women even find themselves craving non-food items such as chalk. This is known as Pica.

Swollen… everything - You expect your breasts and your belly to swell. But you may also discover your hands, feet, ankles, and even private parts are bulging out of control. This has to do with the hormones circulating within and the extra water retention.

Check with your doctor if you are experiencing strange non-edible cravings. As for the mammoth appetite, have light snacks on hand to keep up with your new found hunger.

Some ways to calm the crazy swelling include wearing compression stockings, doing gentle exercise and taking a warm bath.

Voice changes and congestion - Other areas to swell?

Your vocal cords, causing your voice to change, and your sinuses, leading to a constant congested feeling (and possibly snoring at night).

Skin and hair concerns - You may discover a line of hair growing on your belly, dark patches on your face, veins on your legs and skin tags or moles popping up everywhere.

While we can blame the melanin for these common pregnancy problems, it's best to err on the side of safety and ask your doctor to check any new moles.

The majority of these issues go away after pregnancy but you can also see a dermatologist for removal options after having baby.

Pee problems - Fact: Your bladder will hate you during pregnancy. Some days you will feel the need to go constantly. And other days you may find that your bladder just gives up, especially when sneezing, laughing or coughing. Thanks a lot, bladder.

You might want to invest in underwear-protecting products for the time being. Alternatively, PakMag readers recieve an exclusive 15 per cent discount on Modibodi underwear that have built-in protection.

Use the code PAKMAG11 at the checkout.

The desire to eat the entire contents of your fridge - You’ve probably heard about pregnancy cravings

Other strange pregnancy side effects you might experience? Frequent headaches, hot sweats, bleeding gums, excess discharge and saliva, pelvic and back pain, mild cramping, emotional outbursts and the discovery that people constantly want to touch your belly. It’s all part of the roller coaster of pregnancy fun! So buckle up and enjoy the ride.

More Serious Concerns In addition to the common concerns above, there are a few very uncommon pregnancy complications that will require medical attention. These include: •• Incompetent Cervix •• Hyperemesis Gravidarum •• Pre- Eclampsia •• Gestational Diabetes •• Rhesus Negative (negative blood type) •• Placenta Previa •• Placenta Abruption •• PUPPS •• Obstetric cholestasis If diagnosed with any of the above, your doctor or midwife will assess your situation and determine what’s best for you and baby. But try not to stress! – these complications are very rare.

Go to www.pakmag.com.au to learn more about these complex issues.

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Bump, Bub and Beyond

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It goes without saying that Subo is perfect for parents to feed their children easy and nutritious meals at any time (at home, in the car, on a plane, you name it) without the food going all over the place. Subo is a real gamechanger for parents on the go!

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Bump, Bub and Beyond

Careful, Comfortable, Convenient Co-Sleeping

Just a Little Wee Problem

STORY Jenna Galley

Urinary incontinence. Also known as “one of the many unexpected side effects of giving birth where we mums can’t even jump on a trampoline without our bladders leaking” (okay, so this isn’t the “medical” description, but it should be).

Co-Sleeping: 80 per cent of us do it at one stage or another, either by choice or necessity. But before you make the choice to co-sleep, make sure you know how to do it safely.

•• Never co-sleep and drink. Or smoke. If you’re taking sedatives or medications that make you drowsy, it’s also not a good idea to co-sleep.

•• Place baby on her back to sleep, never on her tummy or side.

•• Check that the bed is firm.

•• Remove pillows, heavy doonas and soft underlays that could trap baby.

STORY Jenna Galley

Incontinence is actually described as any accidental or involuntary loss of urine from the bladder. It is incredibly common (45 per cent of mums experience it after giving birth), even though most of us don’t bring it up in every day conversation.

What did you do today? Oh, you know, we went grocery shopping, I took the baby to swimming lessons, I peed myself during a sneeze…

•• Choose practical sleepwear for the temperature such as a swaddle or baby sleeping bag.

While it’s normal for your body, your bladder and your bowels to need some time to recover after giving birth, incontinence can continue to give you grief if it’s not correctly addressed.

•• Place baby beside one parent, never in the middle.

So what can you do to stop this wee issue in its tracks?

•• Check there is adequate space so baby is not placed right on the edge.

Tighten those muscles, ladies!

•• Ensure baby’s head is not covered during sleep.

•• Consider a co-sleeper bassinet which allows you to remove one side for easy access.

Your pelvic floor may have taken a beating but it’s never too late to bring it back to life. Make it a habit to tighten your pelvic floor muscles. Hold the contraction and relax it, several times a day.

Why Co-Sleep

Consider shorts for the short term

It’s comfortable: Compared to sleeping with a snoring husband or a wriggly toddler who insists on kicking you every 15 seconds, sleeping with a baby is incredibly comfortable. Plus babies take up next to no space AND they don’t steal the blankets.

There are exercise shorts and underwear that can also aid in bladder leakage while out and about. Check out ModiBodi and EVB.

•• Make sure she cannot get trapped against a wall.

It’s convenient: Especially if you’re breastfeeding and your breasts are on tap 24/7.

It’s what baby wants: Your infant is used to sleeping in a super snug, warm womb bath. Co-sleeping is as close to the womb as it can safely get. Many babies sleep better with mum right beside them. And if baby sleeps, mum can sleep. Fingers crossed, at least.

Get help There are a number of non-surgical treatments available.

Who should you call? A physiotherapist is a good option but you can also contact your doctor to determine the best path for you to take.

Head over to www.pakmag.com.au for more tips and tricks on tackling urinary incontinence.

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WHAT’S ON OCT OCT

With Triple M’s Mark

TUESDAY 2 OCTOBER

THURSDAY 4 OCTOBER

SUNDAY 7 OCTOBER

School Holiday Cactus Painting Fun Mareeba Art Society Inc P ARTies 10.00am / $25 / School Aged

Wildlife Habitat Junior Eco Arts Program Runs until 5 October Wildlife Habitat Wildlife Habitat Port Douglas Check Facebook / Family

Friends of Yaps Art Auction Fundraiser Yorkeys Knob Community Hall www.friendsofyaps.wordpress.com 2.00pm / Free / Family

2018 Australian Irish Dancing Championships Runs until 7 October Cairns Convention Centre www.cairnsconvention.com.au 8.00am / $35 / Family WEDNESDAY 3 OCTOBER Peter Rabbit Cairns Botanic Gardens Starry Night Cinema 7.00pm / $15 Adult / Family Woree Neighbourhood Day Henleys Hill Park Cairns Early Years Centre & Kindergarten 9.30am / Free / Family October School Holiday Workshops in Cairns Garden Sparkle Garden Sparkle Check Facebook / $70 / 5+ School Holiday Fun at Kuranda Library Kuranda Library Mareeba Shire Council 10.30am / Free / Family Open Gym Classes Mareeba Gymnastics Club www.mareebagymnastics.org.au 3.30pm / Check Website / 5-15 Yrs Wildlife Habitat Junior Keepers Program Runs until 4 October Wildlife Habitat Wildlife Habitat Port Douglas Check Facebook / $45 / 8-14 Yrs

Boomerang Bags Cairns October Sewing Bee Cairns and Far North Environment Centre Cairns and Far North Environment Centre 4.30pm / Free / Family FRIDAY 5 OCTOBER Tie Dyeing Shirts That Crafty Shop www.thatcraftyshop.com 9.00am / $45 / 5+ SATURDAY 6 OCTOBER Bikes & Bulls 2018 Tour: Battle of the States Cairns Showgrounds www.bikesandbulls.com.au 4.00pm / Check Website / Family Free Movie Night: Coco Loridan Drive Park, Brinsmead Cultural Services 7.00pm / Free / Family Elvis - An American Trilogy Brothers Cairns www.brotherscairns.com.au 8.00pm / $57 / 7+ The Gallery Young Creatives Club Cairns Art Gallery www.cairnsartgallery.com.au 3.00pm / $50 / 13-17 yrs Torimba Festival Runs until 20 October Ravenshoe www.torimbafestival.com.au Check Website / Family

Women's Get Out Get Active - Palm Cove to Clifton Beach Cycle Palm Cove Jetty www.trybooking.com/XTCW 1.00pm / Free / Women MONDAY 8 OCTOBER Doctor Who: The Woman Who Fell to Earth Event Cinemas Cairns Central www.eventcinemas.com.au 6.00pm / $20 Adult / Family TUESDAY 9 OCTOBER Safe Work Month Cairns Breakfast Forum Shangri-La Hotel Workplace Health and Safety Queensland 7.00am / $99 / Adults WEDNESDAY 10 OCTOBER Smudge: Free Art Night 55-65 Greenslopes St Smudge55 6.00pm / Gold Coin / Family A Story of Vanilla Cairns Botanic Gardens Friends of Botanic Gardens Cairns 6.00pm / Check Facebook / Family

St Rita's Trivia Night Babinda Harvest Festival Runs until 11 October St Rita's School, Babinda www.stritasbabinda.qld.edu.au 6.30pm / $10 Adults / Family FRIDAY 12 OCTOBER The V Spot Barr Street Markets Bloom Inspiring Wellness 6.00pm / $65 / Adults SATURDAY 13 OCTOBER Understory Film Festival Awards & Screening Night Tanks Arts Centre www.tanksartscentre.com 7.00pm / Free / Family Bloom at Barr St Runs until 14 October Barr Street Markets Barr St Wholehealth Pharmacy and Healthfoods 9.00am / Free / Family Babinda Harvest Festival Bill Wakeham Park www.babindaharvestfest.org 3.30pm / $5 Adult / Family Jungle Ride for KIND, 2018 Port Douglas Sports Complex www.jungleride.bike 5.00am / $165 Adults / Family Cairns Taipans V Brisbane Bullets Cairns Convention Centre www.taipans.com Check Website / Family

THURSDAY 11 OCTOBER

SUNDAY 14 OCTOBER

Bill Bailey - Cairns Cairns Convention Centre www.ticketlink.com.au 8.00pm / Check Website / Adults

Cairns Sands Queensland Walk to Remember Cairns Esplanade SandsQueensland 8.30am / Free / Family

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WHAT’S ON OCT OCT SUNDAY 14 OCTOBER Ayurvedic Wholefood Cooking Class with Lorien Waldron Cairns Cooking School Bloom Inspiring Wellness 10.30am / $65 / Adults Tastes of the Tablelands Chinese Temple Grounds Atherton www.tastesofthetablelands.com.au 8.30am / $10 / Family TUESDAY 16 OCTOBER CBWC October Luncheon Pullman Cairns International www.cbwc.org.au 11.30am / $85 / Adults FRIDAY 19 OCTOBER Tommy Little & Luke McGregor LIVE Tanks Arts Centre www.tanksartscentre.com 7.00pm / $47 / 15+ Twelfth Night Runs until 27 October Tanks Arts Centre www.ticketlink.com.au 7.00pm / $28.85 Adult / Family Isabella State School Fete Isabella State School www.isabellass.eq.edu.au 4.00pm / Free / Family SATURDAY 20 OCTOBER Peace Lutheran College Spring Fair Peace Lutheran College www.plc.qld.edu.au 3.00pm / Check Website / Family

Beginners Chocolate Making at Home Runs until 21 October Cairns Botanic Gardens www.heavenlycacao.com.au 2.00pm / $55 / Adults

FRIDAY 26 OCTOBER

Bentley Park College Fete Bentley Park College Bentley Park College P&C 3.00pm / Check Facebook / Family

Mums and Bubs Retreat Runs until 28 October Palm Cove www.nurturedfitness.com 2.00pm / $879 / Adults

Disney Villain Festival The Little Mermaid Event Cinemas Cairns Central www.eventcinemas.com.au 10.00am / $8 / Family

Cabaret Dinner and Show Runs untl 27 October Cazalys Cairns Cazalys Cairns 7.00pm / $45 / 18+

SUNDAY 21 OCTOBER Cairns Taipans V Illawarra Hawks Cairns Convention Centre www.taipans.com Check Website / Family Family Fun Day Event Cinemas Smithfield Event Cinemas Smithfield 9.00am / Free / Family WEDNESDAY 24 OCTOBER PakMag Movie Premiere - Goosebumps 2 Haunted Halloween Event Cinemas Cairns Central www.pakmag.com.au 6.30pm / Check Website / Family THURSDAY 25 OCTOBER I Gant Belive It - Cairns PCYC Edmonton www.thaville.oztix.com.au 7.00pm / $39.80 / Family

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Sydney Comedy Festival Showcase Tanks Arts Centre www.tanksartscentre.com 8.00pm / $37.80 / 15+

Tablelands Folk Festival Runs until 28 October Yungaburra www.tablelandsfolkfestival. org.au 7.30pm / Check Website / Family Cairns Taipans V Adelaide 36ers Cairns Convention Centre www.taipans.com Check Website / Family SATURDAY 27 OCTOBER PakMag Spooky Spectacular Sugarworld Waterpark www.pakmag.com.au 4.30pm - 6.00pm / Free / Family An Evening with Johnathan Thurston Cairns Convention Centre www.ticketlink.com.au 7.00pm / Check Website / Family TEDxJCUCairns 2018 James Cook University www.events.jcu.edu.au 9.00am / $99 / Adults

Port Shorts Film Festival Port Douglas www.portshorts.com 6.00pm / Check Website / Family 2018 Baby Welcoming Ceremony Cairns Regional Council www.cairns.qld.gov.au 10.00am / Free / Family SUNDAY 28 OCTOBER Tanks Markets Tanks Arts Centre www.tanksartscentre.com 9.00am / Free / Family Walk for Prems 2018 Funship Parklands, Cairns Esplanade www.walkforprems.org.au 8.00am / $15 Adults / Family Run for Emma - Great Barrier Reef Marathon Four Mile Beach Port Douglas Emma's Quest 7.30am / $40 / Family Family Fun Day BCC Cinemas Earlville BCC Cinemas Earlville 9.00am / Free / Family MONDAY 29 OCTOBER October Business Luncheon Economic Growth Through an Environmental Lens Cairns Convention Centre www.cairnschamber.com.au 11.30am / Check Website / Adults WEDNESDAY 31 OCTOBER The Rocky Horror Picture Show Cairns Botanic Gardens Starry Night Cinema 7.30pm / $15 Adult / Family

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What do you get if you cross a computer with a vampire bat?

Love at first byte.

How do vampires flirt?

They bat their eyes.

What do bats do at night?

Aerobatics.

Why don’t bats live alone?

What's the first thing bats learn at school?

The alpha-bat.

They like to hang out with their friends.

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What's On

WHAT’S ON SAVE THE DATE

SAVE THE DATE

SAVE THE DATE

SUNDAY 11 NOVEMBER

TUESDAY 13 NOVEMBER

THURSDAY 22 NOVEMBER

Cairns Remembrance Day Service and Victory Tea Cairns Esplanade www.cairns.qld.gov.au 10.30am / Free / Family

CBWC November Breakfast Pullman Reef Hotel Casino www.cbwc.org.au 7.00am / Check Website / Adults

Orientation Day for Year 7 2019 Students Good Counsel College, Innisfail www.gcc.qld.edu.au/enrol Check Website

REGULAR MARKETS

Palm Cove Market Date: 1st Sunday of the month April to December (not September) Time: 8.00am – 2.00pm Location: Foreshore at Palm Cove

Mount Sheridan Plaza Markets Date: 2nd and 4th Sunday of the month Time: From 9.00am - 3.00pm Location: Mount Sheridan Plaza

Malanda Markets Date: 3rd Saturday of the month Time: From 7.30am - 12.30pm Location: Malanda Showgrounds (opposite Jack May Park)

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

Esplanade Markets Date: Every Saturday Time: From 8.00am - 4.00pm Location: Lagoon, Cairns Herberton Markets Date: 3rd Sunday of the month Time: From 7.00am - 12 noon Location: Wondecla Sports Ground Night Markets Date: Daily Time: 5.00pm - 11.00pm Location: 71 - 75 The Esplanade Port Douglas Markets Date: Every Sunday Time: From 8.00am - 2.00pm Location: Anzac Park

Mossman Community Market Date: Every Saturday Time: 7.00am - 12 noon Location: St David’s Anglican Church, under the Raintrees

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

Holloways Beach Markets Date: 2nd Sunday of the month Time: From 8.00am - 1.00pm Location: Holloways Beach Foreshore

Atherton Lions Club Indoor Markets Date: Every 2nd Sunday 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 Tolga Markets Date: 1st Sunday of the month Time: 7.00am - 12 noon Location: Morrow Park Racecourse Yungaburra Markets Date: 4th Saturday of the month Time: From 7.30am - 12.30pm Location: Bruce Jones Park Gordonvale Cottage Markets Date: 1st Saturday of the month Time: 7.30am - 12 noon Location: Norman Park, Gordonvale

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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 Storytime Location: Babinda Library Days: 3rd Monday of the month Times: 10.30am - 11.30am Location: City Library Days: Wednesdays Times: 10.30am - 11.30am Location: Earlville Library Days: Thursdays Times: 10.30am - 11.30am Location: Edmonton Library Days: 1st Thursday of the month Times: 10.30am - 11.30am Location: Gordonvale Library Days: 1st Tuesday of the month Times: 10.30am - 11.30am Location: Manunda Library Days: 1st Wednesday of the month Times: 10.30am - 11.30am

Location: Smithfield Library Days: Tuesdays Times: 10.30am - 11.30am Location: Stratford Library Days: 2nd Tuesday of the month Times: 10.30am - 11.30am

Hartbeeps Toddlers Parents and toddlers aged 1 - 5 years.

Bookings required.

Baby Rhyme Times

Storytime Parents and pre-schoolers aged 3 - 5 years.

No bookings required.

Location: City Library Days: 4th Thursday of the month Times: 10.30am - 11.00am

More info: www.first5forever.org.au www.cairns.qld.gov.au/library, or email f5f@cairns.qld.gov.au

Location: Earlville Library Days: 1st Tuesday of the month Times: 10.30am - 11.00am

EDMONTON SCOUT HALL

Location: Manunda Library Days: 4th Tuesday of the month Times: 10.30am - 11.00am Location: Smithfield Library Days: 2nd Thursday of the month Times: 10.30am - 11.00am Location: Stratford Library Days: 3rd Thursday of the month Times: 10.30am - 11.00am Free first5forever Program Splash and Sing Parents and Bubs aged 6 - 12 months.

Bookings required Splash and Sing Parents and Toddlers aged 1 - 5 years.

Bookings required Messy Play Parents and Toddlers aged 1 - 5 years.

Bookings required Hartbeeps Babies Parents and bubs aged 6 weeks - 12 months.

Bookings required.

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Fun, Free Outdoor Group Fitness Days: Mondays and Wednesdays Time: 5.30pm Location: Edmonton Scout Hall Edmonton Club Scouts Days: Thursdays (Ages 8 -10) Days: Tuesdays (Ages 10 -15) Time: 6.30pm - 8.30pm Location: Edmonton Scout Hall FREE FITNESS ON THE ESPLANADE

Active Living Aqua Zumba Days: Wednesdays Time: 5.30pm - 6.30pm Location: The Lagoon Active Living Boxfit Days: Thursdays Time: 6.30am - 7.30am Location: Fogarty Park Sahaja Yoga Meditation Days: Saturdays Time: 7.30am - 8.30am Location: Western Event Lawn Active Living H.I.I.T Days: Saturdays Time: 8.00am - 9.00am Location: Aqua Café by the Lagoon Active Living Aqua Aerobics Days: Saturdays Time: 9.00am - 10.00am Location: Cairns Esplanade Lagoon PARADISE PALMS

Active Living Fitness Playground

Drive 50

Days: Mondays Time: 5.30pm - 6.30pm Location: Aqua Café by the Lagoon

A family friendly golf event with a hole every 50m

Active Living Pilates Days: Tuesdays Time: 6.30am - 7.30am Location: Lagoon Deck

Days: Every Sunday Time: 3.00pm Location: Paradise Palms, Kewarra Beach CHOI KWANG-DO

Active Living Beach Volleyball

MARTIAL ART CENTRE

Days: Tuesdays Time: 5.30pm - 6.30pm Location: Volleyball courts

General Classes

Active Living Zumba Fitness

Days: Monday to Thursday 1st Class Time: 5.30pm – 6.15pm 2nd Class Time: 6.30pm – 7.30pm

Days: Tuesdays Time: 5.30pm - 6.30pm Location: Lagoon Deck

Day: Saturday 1st Class Time: 9.00am – 9.45am 2nd Class Time: 10.00am – 11.00am

Health

HEALTH Keep an Eye on Technology

Travelling Plane and Simple

STORY Kalisha Fitsch

The idea of getting on a plane with children may sound like a nightmare to some parents, but it doesn't have to be that way.

Technology exists all around us, and while it provides us with a long list of benefits, it’s not all sunshine and rainbows. It’s not uncommon to see kids glued to their iPad, computer, or game console, but what harm is this doing to their eyes?

Digital eyestrain is identified as burning, tired, or itchy eyes caused by excessive screen time. This can lead to headaches, blurred vision and a sore neck. While the short-term effects of digital eyestrain are not usually harmful, with many children spending upwards of three hours per day on their digital device, the constant exposure to blue light can cause the eyes to age quicker.

In a digitally-dominated age, exposure to technology is practically unavoidable. So, what can be done to keep screen time to a healthy and safe standard?

Take a break. It’s recommended that children take a break from the screen every 20 minutes.

STORY Kalisha Fitsch

It's true, kids become overtired during travel and with their routines all shaken up it can be difficult to find a balance at your home away from home. If you're travelling with children, here's a few things to be mindful of to help make your trip run smoothly.

Pack smart. At some point during the trip, your kids will be bored, tired or hungry. Often all three at once. Prepare accordingly by packing an activity book, their favourite stuffed animal and some healthy, mess-free snacks (such as rice crackers or dried fruit).

Take it slow. A tired kid means a cranky kid. Don't pack too much into your itinerary and aim to spend more time in fewer places. Plan for quiet activities as well as more adventurous ones.

Rent equipment. Save yourself space on the plane and save your back from lugging around a pram by hiring one at your destination.

The same applies for car seats, breast pumps, and much more!

PakMag readers receive an exclusive 5 per cent discount with Hire For Baby. Head to www.hireforbaby.com and use the code PAKMAG at the checkout or click here in the online mag.

Pack a medical kit. Put together a kit with vitamins, paracetamol, Band-Aids, insect repellent, and various other items to keep you and your family feeling tip-top and ready for adventure at all times.

Eye exams. Take your child for an eye exam every year to ensure their eyes are developing properly and not being damaged by screen time.

Get active. Encourage your kids to put down their device and play outside for at least an hour per day.

Sleep tight. Avoid exposure to screens one hour before bed.

WATCH BREE'S MEDICAL KIT TIPS IN THE ONLINE MAG

While screens are a great source of entertainment for children and adults alike, it’s important to remember the harm they can do and to “disconnect” every once in a while.

With a bit of planning ahead your next holiday is sure to be the trip of a lifetime. And when (or if) things do go wrong, just remember, those bad travel experiences make for the best stories!

Happy travels.

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5 Simple Tips to Keep Your Child’s Feet Pain-Free!

STORY Chris Murray - Senior Podiatrist, FNQ Podiatry & Orthotics Feet are something we often take for granted. They are our primary form of transport; from walking to the bathroom first thing in the morning, going for a run, to chasing our kids around the backyard. They’re an engineering masterpiece, consisting of 26 bones, over 30 joints and 100+ muscles, ligaments and tendons.

However, when daily activities become difficult we start to realise how important our feet really are.

Children’s feet in particular are so important to look after. Their foot bones and joints don’t completely develop until age seven, making them susceptible to injury.

As a local Podiatrist, I see far too many children who are suffering from foot and leg pain that could have been prevented. The last thing we want to see is a child in pain, so the following is a list of five simple steps you can take to help reduce your child’s risk of developing foot issues.

1. Buy good quality school shoes Kids spend around 40 hours per week in school shoes.

That's a lot of time and if the shoes aren’t of a reasonable quality it significantly increases the risk of injury. You don’t need to buy top-of-the-line but stay away from the $20 specials. These cheap shoes are poor quality with no structure or support. A nice way to assess shoe quality is to check you can’t completely bend the shoe back on itself.

It should only flex through the ball of the foot and you shouldn’t be able to twist it like a chamois.

2. Regularly check their shoe size and fit Kids feet grow fast, so it’s important to check their shoe fit every couple of months to ensure their toes aren’t

getting cramped. Tight fitting shoes can cause a host of issues, including painful ingrown toe nails.

3. Give them some bare foot time!

There is nothing better for your child’s feet than some bare foot time. This helps to build up foot strength and make feet more resilient to potential issues. If your child has a history of sore feet or you think they are flat footed, we recommend closely monitoring this as too much time without shoes can cause them discomfort.

4. Cut nails straight across A common issue we see in children is ingrown toe nails.

Anyone who has had an ingrown nail will understand how painful these can be. The majority of ingrown nails are caused by inappropriate nail cutting (or nail picking!) or poorly fitted footwear. Try and get kids in the habit of cutting the nails straight across and not going down into the corners.

5. Get any foot or leg pain assessed as early as possible Foot or leg pain isn’t normal in children. Contrary to previous beliefs, ‘growing pains’ aren’t an actual diagnosis and there is more often than not a specific cause of their discomfort. We see many children coming in with painful feet and legs that have been sore for months. As with most things, the earlier you seek treatment, the quicker the resolution. If your child is experiencing discomfort, book them in for a Podiatry assessment as soon as possible so they can get back to doing what they love.

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Expert Advice

THE PAKMAG EXPERTS TALK TIME SPEECH AND LANGUAGE PATHOLOGY

CAIRNS VET

Dear Teagan,

How can I save money on my vet bills?

How well should my three year old be speaking by now?

We all consider our beloved pets to be part of the family but with the current cost of living and the financial pressure most of us face, affording our pet’s unexpected illness or injury is almost impossible for some families without some prior planning.

Parents can usually understand most of what their three year old is saying, but you may still need to translate some of your child’s speech for less familiar people. Most consonant sounds are in your child’s speech, but they may still have difficulties with: s, l, r, th.

They are asking (sometimes endlessly) questions, and able to answer most 'who', 'what' and 'where' questions. They understand categorise and can sort things. They are establishing their knowledge of colours and shapes, and are able to tell short stories about something that has happened or a book they have read.

If you're concerned about your child's communication development, give Teagan and the team a call at Talk Time today.

Dear Jane,

With no Medicare for pets, high quality vet care can be expensive. The best way to plan for these unexpected bills is pet insurance. Pet insurance gives pet parents peace of mind that if an unexpected veterinary bill does occur, they can focus on getting their pet better rather than worrying about how to pay the bill.

No pet insurance? Cairns Veterinary Clinic can help, please see my full letter at www.pakmag.com.au for further details.

Preventative health care is also essential in ensuring your pet remains healthy. Join our free platinum paws club and enjoy a range of benefits to help you keep your pet healthy.

COLLIER LAWYERS Dear Nardine, What are consent orders for property? Is this something I need to consider?

Yes. If you have reached agreement with your ex about your property, you most definitely should finalise it by way of consent orders. That way, the agreement becomes final - in theory, no-one comes back for another go!

The agreement is also a binding court order, and able to be enforced. The other advantage is that if you have a court order, you are exempt from stamp duty if you are taking over the title in the house. Consent orders can be tricky to prepare however, so best to get some legal advice.

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Expert Advice

THE PAKMAG EXPERTS SUNBIRD ORTHODONTICS

DR ELIZABETH JACKSON

Dear Dr Bobby,

Dear Dr Jackson,

What should I do if my child loses an adult tooth?

I am recently pregnant and my friends keep telling me all the horror stories of what can go wrong. What are the main things that I need to worry about?

As a dental professional, no Christmas vacation is complete without an emergency call-out to re-implant a child’s adult tooth following a faceplant off the new bike.

If this happens to your child, then firstly make sure your child is medically ok, as it takes a serious knock to the face to lose a tooth! If your child lost consciousness, even for just a second, don’t waste time looking for a tooth. If it’s there, then grab it, but concussion and brain trauma trumps a lost tooth.

If the child is otherwise ok, and you have located the tooth, then best store it in a liquid to prevent the root from drying out. Saline (used for cleaning cuts and scrapes) is best. Failing that, use milk.

If neither is at hand, then ask the child to carefully hold the tooth inside their mouth – in their cheek.

Immediately call your local dentist (ideally) or go straight to the emergency department. Do not try to re-implant the tooth yourself!

It is normal to feel anxious, especially with your first pregnancy or if you have experienced problems in previous pregnancies. Pregnancy is a time of great change for your body and mind. You will experience all sorts of changes and they may make you nervous.

To ensure the best outcome for your pregnancy, please see your GP when considering pregnancy, or early on if you suspect you are pregnant. Your GP or obstetrician will arrange investigations and followup care. In pregnancy if you experience any of the following, ensure you seek medical advice: •• Vomiting several times per day •• Pelvic pains •• Any vaginal bleeding or leaking of fluid •• Fevers •• Problems passing urine or opening your bowels •• Headaches, blurred vision or sudden swelling of hands feet or face •• Reduction or no fetal (foetal) movements after 20 weeks of pregnancy

PROACTIVE PHYSIO

•• If you feel otherwise feel unwell

Dear Emily, I’ve been having pain during sex. My doctor has done several scans and can’t find anything wrong. Can physiotherapy help?

Potentially, yes. Something that may not have been investigated by your doctor is your pelvic floor muscles. In the absence of any other pathology, if you are having pain with sex it is a good idea to be assessed by a pelvic floor physiotherapist. Sometimes your pelvic floor muscles can be ‘overactive’ and tight which can lead to pain with intercourse, gynaecological examinations or even insertion of a tampon. Good news is this can be treated with exercises and internal release work provided by your pelvic floor physiotherapist.

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Childcare Guide

EXPLORING CHILDCARE OPTIONS Whether you’re going to work, study, or just after some alone time, there’s plenty of childcare options available to accommodate you and your child’s needs.

Childcare Centre: Childcare centres give you peace of mind with their qualified educators, reliable hours, and the ability to cater to diverse needs. As well as childcare services, your child will enjoy extensive play areas, activities and healthy meals.

Family or Friends: For many of you, the ideal would be to have a family member or friend care for your child, often a grandparent.

Depending on the arrangements this can be the most cost-effective option and has the benefits of building strong relationships between your child and the carer. Ideally the carer will love spending quality time with your little one, but they may not be available when you need.

Family Day Care: Family Day Care provides childcare in smaller groups based out of a variety of home environments. This gives parents the ability to select a provider that personally suits you and your child.

Nanny: Employed by the family, a nanny can operate on either a livein or live-out basis and takes care of the childcare related duties within the household. A nanny is often arranged through a registered agency.

Au Pair: An au pair may be a good option for your family if you are happy to have a young person living in your home. Usually an au pair travels from overseas to live with a family and learn the culture in exchange for childcare services.

To take some of the leg work out of your research, we’ve compiled a list of a few of our favourite childcare centres in the Cairns area.

Smithfield Child Care Centre www.smithfield.learnatelc.com.au This centre is based in Smithfield, conveniently near local primary and secondary schools, and accepts 0 to 5 years as well as providing outside of school and vacation care.

Smithfield Child Care Centre provides everything needed from nappies to food and sheets. Children enjoy regular incursions, a large outdoor play space, and fun programs in dance and sport.

The programs are aimed to get children ready for school in an exciting and caring environment.

Sunshine Day Care Centre www.sunshinedaycarecentre.com.au Based in Aeroglen, this centre accepts 0 to 6 years.

At this centre, a range of unique extracurricular activities is offered, including gardening, swimming, yoga, music, soccer, and visits from Barnyard Friends. The focus is on helping children learn through play in a happy and healthy environment.

Little World www.littleworld.com.au With two centres based in Mount Sheridan and Manunda, this centre accepts children from 2 years to school age.

Little World is remarkably environmentally friendly and features a range of exciting facilities such as an interactive water park, library, natural gardens and playground, fruit and vegetable gardens, and tennis and soccer courts.

Dreamtimes Childcare www.dreamtimeschildcare.com.au This centre is based in Woree and caters for 6 weeks to 5 years.

The centre has regular incursions from Miss Tutu, Zoo to You, Barnyard Friends, Ditto and Healthy Harold from the Life Education Van. These have children interacting with animals as well as learning how to live a healthy life at a young age.

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Home

PLAYROOM Paradise With The Block’s Caro and Kingi Play is a vital part of childhood and development.

Nurture your child’s creativity by giving them a space to unleash their imagination and play to their heart’s content in their very own playroom.

Keeping the creative mess contained in one room is an added bonus.

to painting and colouring in, there’s so much that can be created – and all you’ll need is a table, chair, and an array of colourful craft supplies. Position all this in a well-lit space with an old tablecloth and when creativity calls, your child will have all they need ready to go.

World of their own

Play is one of the best ways for kids to learn new skills.

Learning definitely does not need to be boring. Older children will be entertained while constructing their very own anatomic T-Rex or learning about nature, watering their own plants and watching them grow over time.

Younger children can learn their colours by exploring the colourful toys within the playroom together with mum and dad.

During childhood, many children create an imaginative world of their own full of adventure, wonder and discovery. An excellent way to nurture this imagination is by providing kids with a fantasy playset, allowing them to embark on their very own adventures. Why not opt for a pirate ship, farm yard, medieval castle or zoo animal set?

If your little one is a bit too young for itsy-bitsy toy parts, stuffed animals, baby dolls and toy trucks make for a fantastic alternative.

Get crafty Do you love it when your child presents a home-made craft project from school? It’s actually easy to provide kids with their own craft space at home. From drawing

Learn, learn, learn

A playroom is a space for children to be inspired, have fun and get creative while at the same time boosting problem solving and fine motor skills, and it doubles up as a fantastic space for play dates.

There are some gorgeous storage options to (try to) keep the mess under control. Hopefully parents can enjoy some quiet time as children become engrossed in their play and (you don’t need to tell them) learning!

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HOME HELPERS DIRECTORY 360 Maintenance Solutions A local property maintenance business, providing all aspects of residential and commercial property maintenance. p 0419 026 842 360 Maintenance Solutions

Ross Weber Plumbing

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Ross and his team are your maintenance specialists providing a prompt, reliable and friendly service. p 0419 676 064 www.rossweberplumbing.com.au

Grand Gazebos and Cubbies Turn your backyard from bland to grand! Cubbies, decks, fences, daybeds, gazebos, playgrounds and more. p 0407 631 660 www.grandgazebos.com.au 4

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Koru Furniture and Homewares Koru is a boutique homewares store and Interior Design & Style studio located in Tropical North Queensland. p 4053 3152 www.korufurnitureandhomewares.com.au

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Business

BUSINESS NEWS Meet the new owners of Jump Mania, GREG AND REBEKAH

Walk Tall this Spring!

Greg and Rebekah never imagined they would be running Jump Mania. But the moment Greg stepped through the doors and felt the positive energy and joy, he knew this was the business for them.

Walking Tall charity is dedicated to collecting used or unwanted shoes and fitting them for the homeless or less fortunate. ‘Being a Podiatrist, I get to experience first-hand how many families can’t afford safe and comfortable footwear, particularly for their kids and their growing feet’ says Kyle. ‘Given this, we thought what better way to help than to set up a process to help make shoes more accessible.’ Collection bins are set up at the four FNQ Podiatry & Orthotics clinics in Redlynch, Edmonton, Mareeba and Innisfail. Once collected, their Podiatrists then do a fitting at various community organisations.

Not long after opening the doors of his podiatry clinic in May 2015, Kyle Richardson established his charity for the homeless, ‘Walking Tall’.

Rebekah can laugh now as she recalls Greg calling her to let her know they were the proud new owners of Jump Mania. “Of course I thought he was joking, but it really is the best thing. For us, going into business is not all about making money – we want to build a business that provides something people really love. It’s an added bonus that kids and families can get out, in any weather, and get active while laughing and having fun.”

BUSINESS INDEX The Nappy Bucket

Cakes Annietime Cake Shop and Café

Offering a gorgeous selection of reusable, eco-friendly cloth nappies and baby accessories. p 0417 314 554 www.nappybucket.com.au

Elegant, child friendly café. Custom cakes and cupcakes. Vegan, gluten and dairy-free options available. p 0408 727 420 www.cakesannietime.com.au

Garden Sparkle

Nikki the Clown

Fairy gardening gift shop.

Miniatures, kits, gifts & workshops. a 54 Shields street, Cairns City. p 0420 234 776 www.gardensparkle.com.au

Facepainting, puppets, balloons, games, music, fun party entertainment by established, professional performer. p 0408 183 032 www.entertainmentcairns.com/nikkitheclown

Curry D’lites

Pupstars Daycare and Grooming

Authentic Indian cuisine food bar in the Cairns Central food court. Gluten and dairy free options available. p 0437 717 846

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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BUSINESS INDEX SleepyTime Baby Sleep Consultant

Abacus by Wallis

Local qualified sleep consultant using gentle techniques. Call for your complimentary 15 min consultation. p 0451 004 690 SleepyTime Baby Sleep Consultant

Skills for mental calculation. Sums, multiplication and division through abacus skills. 5 year olds + p 0437 600 229 abacusbywallis.com

Caffin8 Café

Grand Entertainment & Events

Family friendly café, stocked with a range of fresh, delicious, tasty treats. a 46 Norman street, Gordonvale. p 0488 972 789 Caffin8 café

Your entertainment solution.

Kids parties, karaoke, "3's a Crowd" (solo/duo/band) and more! p 0407 631 660 www.grandentertainmentandevents.com.au

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Celebrate

HALLOWEEN FUN! Halloween is just around the corner and it’s time to start planning! From costumes to food and decorations, there’s plenty of ways to get creative this Halloween. Whether you just plan on taking your child for a good old night of trick-or-treating or you’re hoping to throw a Halloween party, we’ve got plenty of ideas to make this Halloween the best (and spookiest) one yet.

Spooky Snacks Sugary lollies aside, there are plenty of opportunities to get creative with your Halloween nibbles and even add a healthy twist (your child’s teeth will thank you).

Using various Halloween themes such as black cats, pumpkins, bats, and skeletons, you can turn any regular meal into a spooky snack. Why not try making your own bat-shaped crackers with dip or constructing a skeleton out of veggies for a creative, yet healthy meal? If food art isn’t your strong suit, head over to your local craft store and you’re bound to find some Halloween-shaped cookie cutters to help spark your imagination and cut preparation time in half.

Creative Costumes “What do you want to be for Halloween?” A question that can be met with something quick and simple or something that’ll require a bit of creative thinking and crafty efforts from mum or dad. Whether you plan on breaking out the sewing machine and glue gun or constructing a spooky outfit from face paint and storebought items, creating a daring costume doesn’t have

to be difficult. Something as simple as a pair of elegant floral bunny ears, magical star-shaped wands or a homemade superhero cape can make for an adorable yet effective Halloween costume for your little one.

Daring Decorations If you’re expecting a visit from many eager trick-ortreaters, decorating your house is a must! Why not put a creative spin on some traditional Halloween decorations this year? Get the kids involved and turn it into a fun activity by letting them paint pumpkins, create bedsheet-ghosts, and dangle toy spiders from various fixtures around the house and yard using fishing wire.

If you plan on hosting a party, don’t forget to take your daring decorations indoors as well. It’s all part of the fun, and will have your guests saying “wow!”

Whether you’re planning a Halloween celebration with friends and family or you’re looking for a creative twist on your spooky porch decoration in anticipation of the trick-or-treaters, we’ve got your back with a range of creative Halloween ideas. This Halloween, don’t forget to be safe, have fun, and eat healthy afterwards. Boo!

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Recipes

KIDS IN THE KITCHEN Recipes for Halloween Lollies are the signature nibbles of Halloween, but there’s so much more that can be cooked up. These recipes are sure to surprise your Halloween party guests or make an adorably spooky addition to a lunch box.

Monster Bites Makes roughly 17 monster bites Ingredients 125g softened butter 2 cups plain flour ¾ cup sugar 1 egg 1 tsp baking powder 1 tsp vanilla essence Peanuts or oats 1 cup mini marshmallows 1 bar milk or dark chocolate, finely chopped Method Cream the butter, sugar and vanilla together until you achieve a light and fluffy texture. Add in the egg as you continue beating the mixture.

Sift flour and baking powder into the bowl and combine thoroughly.

Shape a heaped teaspoon of the mixture into a round, flat biscuit shape and place on the oven tray. Sprinkle the top with peanuts or oats to create a ghoulish, warty texture.

Bake at 190c for about 12 minutes or until golden brown.

Take out of oven and transfer to a rack to cool.

When the biscuits are cool, prepare the chocolate for the decorating process. Place chocolate in a heatproof bowl that fits on top of a saucepan.

Fill the saucepan half-way with water and bring to a simmer. Place your bowl with chocolate on top, ensuring it does not touch the water. Stir with a metal spoon until melted.

Once biscuits have cooled off, flip the biscuits upsidedown and spoon on some melted chocolate. Place a second biscuit on top to create a monster head.

Add facial features with mini marshmallows. Use the chocolate as glue to stick them down and hold them in place, creating eyeballs and pointy teeth. Don’t forget two tiny drops of melted chocolate to create the pupils of your monsters. Be careful, they may bite you back!

Eyeball Pasta Serves 4 Ingredients 320g dried spinach spaghetti 400g can chopped tomatoes 1 tbsp tomato puree 1 crushed garlic clove 1 tsp dried basil 1 tbsp olive oil 1 tomato 1 ball of fresh mozzarella 4 olives Method Heat olive oil in a pan. Add the crushed garlic clove and gently fry for one minute.

Add the chopped tomatoes, tomato puree and basil and bring to the boil.

Once boiling, reduce heat and simmer uncovered for five minutes. Stir occasionally.

Boil spinach pasta according to package directions.

When cooked, drain pasta and add to plate with a generous amount of your tomato sauce on top in a round shape.

Turn your yummy plate of pasta into a monster by adding slices of fresh mozzarella to create an eyeball and teeth, sliced tomato to create the iris of the eye, and sliced olive to create the pupil and eyelashes.

Dig in… if you dare!

PakMag Tip: Can’t find spinach spaghetti? Alternatively, cook your pasta to package instructions, add to a plate and mix in a teaspoon of fresh pesto to create that spooky green colour.

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Dining Guide

DINING DIRECTORY South Cairns Sports Club Your family friendly club on the south side a 57-59 Robert Road, Bentley Park p 4045 2107 www.southcairnssportsclub.com.au

Red Beret Hotel The locals favourite with fun for the whole family. Quality dining at an affordable price. p 4055 1249 www.theredberet.com.au

Trinity Beach Sports Club Your family's favourite club at the northern beaches a 1 Nautilus Street, Trinity Beach p 4057 6478 www.trinitybeachsportsclub.com.au

Paradise Palms Play, stay, relax, taste and celebrate life in Paradise. p 4059 9915 www.paradisepalms.com.au

Tranquillity Café The place to be for great food, awesome specialty coffee, delicious cakes & super friendly service. a 4 / 11-13 Rabaul Street, Trinity Beach www.tranquillitycafe.com

Caffin8 Café Family friendly café, stocked with a range of fresh, delicious, tasty treats. a 46 Norman Street, Gordonvale p 4018 5734 Caffin8 café

Cairns Colonial Club Resort The Homestead Restaurant offers a relaxed dining experience overlooking the resort's tropical lagoon pool. www.cairnscolonialclub.com.au

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Cazalys Cairns Meet, Drink, Eat and Play at Cazalys Cairns a 344 Mulgrave Road, Westcourt p 4054 1464 www.cazalys.com.au

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Kids Menu Available

Early Bird Specials

Local Discount

High Chairs Available

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Dining Guide

YOUR GUIDE TO FAMILYFriendly dining in Cairns SOUTH CAIRNS SPORTS CLUB

CAZALYS CAIRNS

Whether you’re catching up or grabbing an easy dinner with the family, South Cairns Sports Club is the place to go to relax, eat and be entertained (T&Cs apply).

Family dining is made easy at Cazalys with family entertainment, kid’s meals, a supervised play area and kids eat free at the Monday night carvery (T&Cs apply).

P 4045 2107 South Cairns Sports Club www.southcairnssportsclub.com.au

P 4054 1464 Cazalys Cairns www.cazalys.com.au

TRINITY BEACH SPORTS CLUB

Enjoy a hassle-free meal on the beaches at a venue tailored to suit families needs, including plenty to see and do and kids eat free on Saturdays (T&Cs apply).

P 4057 6478 Trinity Beach Sports Club www.trinitybeachsportsclub.com.au CAIRNS COLONIAL CLUB

RED BERET HOTEL

Red Beret offers a cosy and fun environment perfect for celebrations, catch-ups or a relaxed family meal.

Kids eat free Wednesdays and Fridays, and dinner during the school holidays. There's also discounts for members available.

P 4055 1249 Red Beret Hotel www.theredberet.com.au TRANQUILLITY CAFÉ *

Enjoy a scrumptious meal among 11 acres of lush tropical gardens in the piece of paradise that is Cairns Colonial Club. Whether it’s breakfast, lunch or dinner, you won’t leave feeling hungry. You can even order a kids' portion off the main menu.

P 4053 8868 Cairns Colonial Club Resort www.cairnscolonialclub.com.au PARADISE PALMS

Tranquillity Cafe is family owned and run by locals.

With a stylish modern feel, it’s the place to be for great food, awesome specialty coffee, delicious treats and family friendly service. Kids activity packs are coming soon! *Pram/stroller accessible only.

P 4057 9056 Tranquillity Café www.tranquillitycafe.com CAFFIN8 CAFÉ

Find all your family entertainment needs in one place at Paradise Palms. Enjoy mini golf, swimming, an adventure playground and affordable family dining for a great outing. Kids eat free Wednesdays and Thursdays from 5.00pm (T&Cs apply).

Plan your next family brunch around a trip to Caffin8 Café, the place to be for families on the south side.

Offering locally sourced treats and amazing coffee.

You can even order a kids' portion off the main menu.

P 4059 9915 Paradise Palms Cairns www.paradisepalms.com.au

P 4018 5734 Caffin8café a 46 Norman Street, Gordonvale.

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School Holiday Guide

SCHOOL HOLIDAY GUIDE FUSION, FIGHT AND FITNESS

NIGHT MARKETS

Keep your kids active these school holidays with Fusion, Fight and Fitness.

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.

Monday and Wednesday Tiny Ninjas (3 - 4 years) 3.30pm - 4.00pm.

Lil Ninjas (5 - 7 years) 3.30pm - 4.00pm.

Junior Warriors (8 - 14 years) 4.15pm - 5.15pm.

Tuesday and Thursday Lil Ninjas (5 – 7 years) 4.00pm - 4.40pm.

Junior Warriors (8 - 14 years) 4.45pm - 5.45pm.

Kids Kickboxing (10 - 14 years) 4.00pm - 5.00pm.

Get a free trial week if you mention PakMag! P 0408 799 828 Fusion Fight and Fitness www.fusionfightandfitness.com.au LASERTAG CAIRNS Love Laser Tag? Head on down to LaserTag Cairns with your friends!

LaserTag Cairns run a variety of missions with multiple objectives worth different points and plenty of breaks to cool off and have a refreshing drink.

Repeat sessions during school holidays are half price.

Get out, get active, and enjoy a thrilling game of LaserTag these school holidays!

P 4039 1376 E info@cairnslasertag.com.au Cairns Lasertag www.cairnslasertag.com.au JUMP MANIA 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.

P 4212 4066 E manager@jumpmania.com.au Jump Mania Trampoline Park www.jumpmania.com.au HARTLEY’S CROCODILE ADVENTURES Looking for a new adventure? Take a boat cruise, visit the crocodile farm, and meet other animals including tropical birds, reptiles, cassowaries and koalas. Visit Hartley’s Crocodile Adventures!

P 4055 3576 E sales@crocodileadventures.com Hartley’s Crocodile Adventures www.crocodileadventures.com

P 4051 7666 www.nightmarkets.com.au CAIRNS CENTRAL Weather finally heating up? Cool off with a visit to Cairns Central for a shop, movie or family entertainment. Be sure to keep up to date with all there is to do by liking their Facebook page and visiting their website.

Cairns Central www.cairnscentral.com.au SMITHFIELD SHOPPING CENTRE Check out what’s happening these school holidays at Smithfield Shopping Centre!

DreamWorks Trolls Craft Village.

Come along for free activities and a meet and greet with Branch and Poppy!

When: 1 - 7 October, 10.00am - 1.00pm No bookings required.

P 4038 1006 Smithfield Shopping Centre www.smithfieldcentre.com.au PARADISE PALMS Paradise for young and old. Lots to keep the kids occupied during these school holidays with their swimming pool, adventure playground, giant jumping pillow and an 18-hole mini-golf course.

Families can enjoy a full day of fun. Prices start from $4.

Open daily from 7.00am.

P 4059 9924 Paradise Palms Cairns www.paradisepalms.com.au MOUNT SHERIDAN PLAZA Head down to Mount Sheridan Plaza for some school holiday fun!

Decorate a range of delicious cookies and donuts!

When: 2 - 6 October, 10.00am - 2.00pm P 4036 3150 E aliversage@mtsheridanplaza.com.au Mt Sheridan Plaza www.mtsheridanplaza.com.au

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CAIRNS INDOOR SPORTS

DFO CAIRNS

Ever wanted to play a competitive team sport with your friends? Head on down to Cairns Indoor Sports with your friends to catch up, get active, and most of all, have a ton of fun – even on those rainy days.

Game on!

Be sure to check out what’s on at DFO Cairns these school holidays!

P 4032 2844 Cairns Indoor Sports www.cairnsindoorsports.com.au

P 4051 7444 DFO Cairns www.dfocairns.com.au

THE PIER

TOBRUK MEMORIAL POOL

There are FREE knitting classes for kids happening these school holidays. Each session is designed to expand creativity, concentration, and coordination skills!

Get knitting at the Pier.

These school holidays, check out the Holiday Swimming Program, Pool Inflatable, Obstacle Course, Jump Zone and Flowrider!

When: Tuesday 2-5 October

P 4051 2604 E tobruk@belgravialeisure.com.au Tobruk Memorial Pool www.tobrukmemorialpool.com.au

Be sure to pre-book via Facebook to avoid disappointment.

P 4052 7749 The Pier Cairns www.thepiercairns.com.au CAIRNS INTERNATIONAL TENNIS CENTRE ANZ Hot Shots Programs available ranging from 3 years of age and up.

2018 Membership: Existing members $59.00.

New members $79.00. FREE day court hire with all memberships.

P 4041 3383 E admin@cairnsitc.com Cairns International Tennis Centre www.tennis.com.au/cairnsitc CAPTA GROUP Get the kids enjoying all our region has to offer these school holidays by taking them to the Australian Butterfly Sanctuary, Wildlife Habitat, Cairns Zoom and Wildlife Dome, and Rainforestation Nature Park.

Locals Annual Four Park Pass only $130.00!

An Annual Four Park Pass means you can visit these parks as many times as you want for only $130.00 per year for the whole family! That’s school holidays and weekends sorted for 12 months!

P 4035 3555 E res@capta.com.au www.capta.com.au

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Old Macdonald’s Travelling Farm – A group of cute and cuddly farm animals are just waiting to meet you! When: 2-6 October, 10.00am - 4.00pm daily

Bookings Essential.

CHOI KWANG-DO MARTIAL ART CENTRE Introduction to Choi Kwang-Do Cost: $120.00 for 4 weeks. First class is FREE. Bookings required. All classes will be open to the public.

P 4773 9794 E info@choikwang-do.com.au Choi Kwang Do Martial Art Centre www.ckdmac.com.au INFLATABLE KINGDOM Inflatable Kingdom provides a high-energy, action-packed environment with inflatables of all shapes and sizes.

Open every day of the school holidays from 9.00am - 4.00pm P 4032 2844 Inflatable Kingdom www.inflatablekingdom.com.au JUNGLE JUICE AND RAINFOREST MINI GOLF Enjoy nine holes of mini golf in the rainforest followed by a fresh juice or smoothie! Situated in the Kuranda Original Rainforest Markets.

9 Holes of Mini Golf - $5.00 per person.

P 0417 999 102 E Info@jungle-juice.com.au Jungle Juice Kuranda Markets www.jungle-juice.com.au

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SOUTH CAIRNS GYMNASTICS South Cairns Gymnastics’ launchpad programs are perfect for children to try gymnastics before enrolling in term classes, they are also a great way for existing members to continue their gymnastics during the holidays.

NinjaGym Classes: Saturdays from 10.30am - 11.30am Cost: $12.00 Age: Prep to Grade 6 P 4045 2947 E info@gymsportsfnq.com.au South Cairns Gymnastics www.gymsportsfnq.com.au NUKZU MUAY THAI Small family-run gym holding Muay Thai and Jump Fit mini trampoline classes to get kids fit, active, and having fun.

Be sure to book in now for term 4.

Build fitness, strength, and make friends!

P 0415 331 262 Nukzu Muay Thai www.nukzu.com JAMAICA BLUE Head over to Jamaica Blue for your next family meal.

Offering classic café meals as well as more unique options and kid-friendly meals.

Plus, you can follow your meal with a bit of shopping or a movie at Cairns Central!

P 4041 0577 E hello@jamaicablue.com.au Jamaica Blue Cafes www.jamaicablue.com.au PCYC PCYC Queensland is now the #1 provider of gymnastics across the State. Their gymnastics team strives to provide quality coaching that improves fundamental motor skills, strength, flexibility and fitness. They cater from 12 months to adults with a pathway program to suit all abilities.

Call one of their Clubs today for more information on how you can be a part of this exciting program.

P 4053 1532 Cairns P 4069 5890 Cooktown P 4061 3442 Innisfail www.pcyc.org.au STEP IT UP CREW

way up through each level as new dance components are introduced.

Book now for term 4!

P 4057 5412 www.danceclassescairns.com THE YOUNG COMPANY Passionate about theatre? Check out The Young Company’s fantastic program these school holidays!

Children complete the program with their very own grand premiere in TYC’s adventure theatre.

2 - 5 October Beasts of Berk: Dragon training 101 (5 - 12 years) 2 - 6 October Peter Pan: The Musical (11+ years) Book two weeks in advance to receive an early bird discount. For more information, visit their website.

P 4041 4066 The Young Company Theatre – TYC www.theyoungcompany.com.au CAIRNS ART GALLERY If your little one loves art, they’ll love the school holiday workshops at Cairns Art Gallery. Workshops include puppet making, drawing, mask making and more.

When: 1 - 5 October Bookings are essential.

P 4046 4800 E info@cairnsartgallery.com.au Cairns Art Gallery www.cairnsartgallery.com.au QUEENSLAND NATIONAL PARKS Looking for a perfect camping spot not too far from home? Or perhaps you just need a little more inspiration to ‘go bush’? National parks near Cairns offer fun-filled affordable camping. Paddle in the creek, sit around the camp fire and simply ‘be’ in the bush. Capture beautiful and lasting memories for your family!

Get in early to make your camping booking: www.qld.gov.au/camping www.qld.gov.au/pmcairns ART BY LOUISE BROADBENT Louise Broadbent’s Children’s Art for Wellness classes focus on a child’s expression of his or her feelings through their imagination.

Love to dance? Then your child will love Step It Up Crew!

Cost: $30 for 2 hours. School holiday workshops available at $65.00 per day.

Dance classes available for children as young as two, starting with fun and basic dance and working their

P 0434 460 227 Art by Louise Broadbent

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