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Hello and welcome to 2015!

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I hope you have had a wonderful Festive Season and you’re now refreshed and ready for a huge year.

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We have given you a head start on everything you need to know leading into the year; what sports to sign your family up for, things to consider to get your year off to a good start, a rundown of everything that is on for the school holidays and lots of fantastic prizes to win including a brand new vintage roadster bike from Reid Cycles. A trendy new bike would be a fantastic way to start the year off for one of our young readers – so good luck!

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Kids love physical activity. They love to be outside and they love to move. Unfortunately, our modern lifestyles and trying to fit so many things into our day can sometimes mean we neglect finding time to play.

Chances are, even if you enjoyed exercise and fitness prior to having children, some of that dedication may have taken a backseat when they came along. In the nitty gritty of everyday life and parenthood, it’s inevitable that you may have less time to spend on yourself. In turn this usually means a flow on effect on your own wellbeing and fitness.

It doesn’t need to be that way though. With obesity levels at all-time highs in Australia for both adults and even more concerning, children, making the time to be active with your kids can be so rewarding. Not only will it get you moving, but it can be a fantastic bonding experience. Participating in sporting activities as a family can improve confidence (for kids and for parents alike), body image, coordination and even have repercussions in the classroom!

Physical activity, no matter the source, is known to have a range of other benefits ranging from: • Improved cardiovascular fitness • Assists to achieve and maintain a healthy weight • Improves posture • Better sleep • Boosts self-esteem and confidence • Improves concentration • Helps relaxation • Builds strong bones and muscles • Improves balance and skills • Maintains and develops flexibility • Provides opportunities to make friends and enhance social skills Children on average need around 60 minutes of physical activity every day, but it doesn’t have to all be at once.

It all adds up!

The important thing to remember is that daily exercise doesn’t have to be time consuming or considered a chore to be beneficial. Adding exercise in as part of your day allows you to spend time with your children as well as reap the benefits of physical activity. A walk around the block after dinner, a game of tag, running around the playground, or perhaps taking part in a more structured activity like swimming, mums and bubs classes or dance is more your style.

Whatever you choose, you will never regret the time you spend with your children and making the decision to get moving!

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SPORTY PARENTS Simone Kay Fitness, Form & Function 8/261 McCormack Street, Manunda www.fitnesscairns.com.au How and why did you get involved in the sport?

I started to focus on my own fitness about 15 years ago when I had a very sedentary job, travelled a lot and had some fairly poor lifestyle habits. I hired my own personal trainer and it truly changed my life. My travels brought me to Cairns and I decided to make health and fitness my career.

I love it because empowering people to take charge of their own health journey and seeing the positive changes that this can impact right throughout their lives is enriching for my own life and makes every day in this job amazing.

What age group(s) do you work with / which is your favourite? I work with most age groups. Every group has something special that I enjoy and I really don't have a favourite. My favourite people to work with are those that are interested in their own health journey and want to take personal responsibility. They are curious about everything, especially their own body and how to get the most out of it and out of life. They are open to exploring their own possibilities and very much like children will give things a go even if the outcome is uncertain. If I had to pick a favourite group it would be mums of all ages. From those with newborns to those with grown children they are interested in what has happened to their body and in how they can look after it for the rest of their lives.

In your opinion, why is it important for parents and guardians to get involved in fitness and sporting activities with their children? It is SO important for your children to see you being active. The biggest influence in their lives is us - their parents. The big upside to being active with your children is that they will want to play with you. I have always been involved with my children, now six and eight and one of the best days I had recently was a Sunday at Sugarworld where all three of us went sliding all day. They wanted me to play with them, and because I'm an active mum it was easy and fun. Being involved in activities with your kids will add years to your life and life to your years.

Lachlan Farquharson Cairns Indoor Sports 164 Mayers Street Manunda Phone: 40322844 www.cairnsindoorsports.com.au How and why did you get involved in the sport? I don't ever remember not being involved in sport. My dad used to make my cricket bats when I was too little to hold a proper bat and even from a very young age I used to organise the kids in my street into cricket teams to play backyard cricket.

What is an average day like for you? I arrive at the sports centre early to open up and set up for Tiny Tots. I get to enjoy the controlled mayhem of lots of children running, jumping, and having fun. I then sneak into the office to get through some tedious paper work and depending on the day, I coach school aged children in the afternoon and then run the night time competitions.

What age group(s) do you work with / which is your favourite? From the toddlers right through to adult competitions and everyone in between. My favourite would definitely be the kids who arrive at the centre with lots of enthusiasm to join in the fun. It doesn't matter if they win or lose they just want to run, jump and be part of it.

In your opinion, why is it important for parents and guardians to get involved in fitness and sporting activities with their children? Kids love spending time with their parents and showing them a new skill like how they can hit a cricket ball or kick the ball into the goal.

Even our tiny tots love showing mum or dad how they run like Lightning McQueen in the running race and get more confident when mum is there cheering them on. And it's no secret that being active is good for you .

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Heath Williams C-Me Swim School www.cmeswim.com.au How and why did you get involved in the sport? I grew up in Weipa spending a great deal of time in and around water. During my boarding school days in Brisbane I was a competitive swimmer. When Hayley and I had the opportunity to buy her parents learn to swim business I said goodbye to my day job with Ergon and happily “jumped in”.

What is an average day like for you? Early starts and late finishes with a “Nana nap” at lunch time. On average I’m in the water about six hours each day.

What age group(s) do you work with / which is your favourite? I teach children as young as two right up to our Maxi squad swimmers, some of which are 14 years. No, can’t have favourites!

Do you have a funny or interesting story/memory you’d like to share? I love it when the children ask me to sing songs from Playschool. Many of the kids (and Mums) think I look like Jay Laga’aia from Playschool.

In your opinion, why is it important for parents and guardians to get involved in fitness and sporting activities with their children? You can’t put a price on that wonderful feeling of bonding with your bub or toddler during swimming lessons. It’s magical. As the children get older, being an active and healthy role model for them is very important. Lead by example. Get in the water with them, get on a bike with them. Just get out there... and spend time with your children.

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NEW YEAR a new approach Discard old ideas, physical and mental clutter and all things that no longer serve you and make 2015 a more productive, creative and happy year. Here are PakMag’s top tips!

Health Be kind to yourself - physically and mentally – you can accomplish much more when you are encouraged, healthy and happy.

psychology practice in Manunda offering psychotherapy for depression, anxiety, grief and other life stresses for children, adolescents and adults. The team can also provide Neurofeedback for ADHD, ASD and treatment resistant disorders (chronic depression, anxiety, OCD, insomnia).

Sleep: Most people need seven to eight hours each night to function optimally.

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Be nutrition wise: Learn about what you eat and how it affects your energy and mood.

It may also be a good year to invest in a life coach, some yoga, meditation or other courses to build your mental health. APP: Relax Meditation

Exercise: A powerful antidote to stress, anxiety, and depression. Aim for 30 minutes or more of exercise per day and keep it simple.

A daily dose of sunlight: Will lift your mood, so try for 10 to 15 minutes of sun per day, within the safe hours.

Limit alcohol and avoid cigarettes and other drugs: These stimulants may provide a short-term feel good, but have long-term negative consequences for mood and emotional health.

Fitness See our “Sports Sign On” feature on page 47 for a host of local fitness providers. Visit one of the local gyms or try a Free Health APP: • S Health • 7 Minutes

Mental Health If you or someone in your family is not coping, it is important to see your GP or make an appointment with a psychologist or councillor.

Mind Matters Cairns is a private

www.mindmatterscairns.com.au 4031 0438

General health We only have one body which can get neglected with the business of raising a family. It is important to look after your health starting with yearly tests!

General health checks: See your doctor for an annual check-up with tests like; blood pressure, a blood test, pap smear, bone density test, breast screening, heart test and diabetes to name a few. Talk to your GP about your own personal health priorities and also check your vaccinations are up to date.

Skin checks: Do your own monthly head to toe skin check. A regular skin check from a qualified skin doctor is also recommended every six to 12 months, depending on your skin. Omega Health conduct skin checks (Medicare cover partpayment). Call them on 4053 7911 to make an appointment.

Dental checks: Most dentists recommend a check-up and clean twice a year.

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Wealth Invest in yourself - do courses, read books, learn about finance, get a financial health check, check your insurances and come up with a plan for what you want to earn, spend and save for 2015.

Create a vision board to put out in the universe what you would like to achieve.

Some local businesses that can help:

Queensland Country Credit Union (QCCU) QCCU is a customer-owned financial institution with real people offering real help. Financial services include home, car and personal loans, transaction and savings accounts and credit cards. QCCU can assist you to purchase your first or forever home and provide assistance with budgeting, mortgages and financing options for home renovations or investment properties and refinancing as well. They can also teach your children to save with Crackles the student money saver account mascot. qccu.com.au 1800 075 078 Earlville: 4033 5299 Smithfield: 4038 3999

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Appeal to your senses: Stay calm and energised by appealing to the five senses - sight, sound, touch, smell and taste. Lift your mood with music, place flowers where you’ll see and smell them, massage your hands and feet or sip a warm drink.

Engage in meaningful, creative work: Do things that challenge your creativity and make you feel productive - gardening, drawing, writing, playing an instrument or building something in your workshop.

Get a pet: Caring for a pet makes you feel needed and loved and they get you out of the house for exercise, exposing you to new people and places.

Prioritise leisure time: Do things for no other reason than that it feels good to do them. Go to a funny movie, walk on the beach, listen to music, read a book or talk to a friend.

Contemplate and appreciate: What are you grateful for? Mediate, pray, enjoy the sunset or take a moment to pay attention to what’s good, positive and beautiful every day.

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Have a positive impact on others: Being useful and valued for what you do helps build self-esteem.

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Enjoy the beauty of nature or art: Studies show simply walking through a garden can lower blood pressure and reduce stress. The same goes for strolling through a park, an art gallery, hiking, admiring architecture or sitting on a beach.

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With a wealth of knowledge it sets the benchmark for innovative, sophisticated design. Check out the monthly specials on their website, also have a look at the year round packages for the best value in the New Year: www.jewelongrafton.com.au 4041 4130

Personal Image Consultant Gerlinda personal stylist specialises in image consultations to help your clothing reflect who you are. The sessions are designed so you’ll gain invaluable information about colours, styles and how to create a mix and match wardrobe "tailored" for your lifestyle. You'll gain a new perspective towards your personal style and discover image is more than the clothes you wear. 0410 477 367

great tips for 2015 1. Clean up clutter Physical clutter in your workspace, personal area, home and in your emotions and mind.

2. Review what is important to you. Are you living in alignment with what you value? Shift your to-do list, priorities, resources and time to better reflect what means most to you.

3. Make a short and realistic list of goals. Instead of a daunting dissertation of how you wish to dramatically change your life, put down fewer than 7 things you wish to achieve.

4. Be your own best supporter.

Acknowledge yourself for noticing that you have areas where you wish to improve.

5. Get a mentor, be a mentor.

Mentoring is sharing, coaching and learning. Whether we are mentoring or being mentored, we are learning and growing. Seek out people in your work, professional and social systems to broaden your know how, support and add to your contribution in the world.

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PREparing for prep story Jenna Mottin

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

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

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

So how can you help instil this ready for Prep? Play board games or easy card games like “fish” or “snap” in which the children must learn to wait for their turn. Verbally praise them for “good waiting!” In conversation explain that they must wait their turn, just like when they are playing their games, and, similarly, praise them when they do remember to wait their turn. Their teachers will LOVE you for it!

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

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

Research shows that children’s oral language skills are strongly linked to academic success, especially reading abilities. More specifically, research

by Scarborough in 2001 found that preschool children with strong understanding of word meanings tended to have better listening comprehension, word recognition and reading comprehension in the later primary years.

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

Skills children are expected to have by age 5: Play and Social Skills • Can communicate with a variety of people and makes friends easily.

• Engages in complex imaginary games with simple rules.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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Keys to Effective Activities for Children with ADHD (What You Need To Know) story Rob Gronbeck

Many parents see their kids suffering with inattentiveness, hyperactivity and impulsiveness – more commonly known as attention deficit and hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). This brain-based condition impacts performance in the classroom, the sports field and general everyday living. If left unchecked children with ADHD are at a much higher risk of greater levels of depression and criminal activity and lower levels of self-perception, social functioning, academic performance and school enjoyment and their parents and siblings are dealt with risk of stress, burnout and reduced health outcomes.

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espite the above statistics and negative stereotypes the media portrays of ADHD, several forms of activity have been shown to be extremely useful, including a new 3D brain game which I will briefly mention at the end of the article. These keys points are for parents to keep in mind when seeking to assist their children suffering from ADHD (regardless if adhering to a medication or non-medication approach) are summarised from millions of dollars and decades of research grants and investigation.

Engaging, Challenging & Fun The number of times my mother said, “If you only put the amount of effort into your studies as you do those games...you’d be a genius!!” Often a lack of attention is a symptom of an underwhelming task which children have absolutely no interest in taking part it. Behaviour psychologists like Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi points to the ideal state as being complete absorption or “flow” – which is the highest form of learning because the focus is so engrossed of mastering a task that everything else disappears in the background.

Video games are often scorned but these activities actively engage the player by gradually building up skill and challenge level and can be the cause of riotous laughter and cheers depending on the kind of game being played. We all know how that “Yes Mum/Dad” reply we get which means ‘I have no idea what you’re talking about I’m playing a game.’

Physical activity and sports Getting the heart pumping has been shown to enhance brain activity in the areas responsible for attention, decision making and planning. Also shown to improve childhood cognition and brain health, physical activity is of particular use for children suffering in Maths or English. Sports are a physical activity but not all sports offer the same benefits as team sports can sometimes be too much to process and come with super competitive kids who will show little patience for lapses in concentration. Activities that tax the attention system and require an intense focus on body movements such as gymnastics, swimming, diving, wrestling, tennis, ballet and martial arts can be great for kids and young adults with ADHD. These individual sports offer structure and a low frustration factor while also being active and engaging.

Focus on development The above two points are crucial however all efforts may be for naught without an encouraging, supportive and likeable coach, facilitator or trainer to work with your child.

Dropout rates of sports and physical activity are quite high with 45 percent of children dropping out between year seven and eight. School, parttime work and social demands play a part but surveys reveal approximately half of all dropouts occur after run ins with the many ultra-demanding, unsympathetic, ‘winning is everything’ coach (should they even call themselves that). Like a previous

PakMag article of mine from 2013, be aware of who you allow to work with your children and make sure they come from a place of catching them doing something right. Celebrating success should occur and conversely refocusing and encouragement should occur when ‘things don’t go to plan.’ Push ups or running laps as punishment only confuses young minds and makes them hate exercise, which is clearly a terrible outcome.

Now, a little about the program I mentioned earlier. Since February 2014 I’ve been working with young athletes and children to develop their attention capacity for sports and the classroom with a program called the Neurotracker. It’s a novel 3D ball tracking game with physical actions added in gradually to build up the brain areas responsible for attention and controlling impulses (the frontal lobes) all in an encouraging and supportive environment. We definitely celebrate a PB (personal best) and come to learn that challenge isn’t something to be afraid of - it’s something to approach and do your best today and next time when you try again. Which is exactly what my mother used to say to me on my way to any sporting event – and that made all the difference!

For more information on the Neurotracker contact Rob Gronbeck, at Cairns Sports Performance Clinic www.masterfulperformances.com. au, phone 0405 245 608 or email: rg@masterfulperformances.com.au

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Brand New Action Attraction If you’ve ventured along Kamerunga Road at Smithfield recently, chances are you will have noticed a stunning new edition to the scenery.

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he Australian Armour and Artillery Museum has only recently thrown open its doors to the public and is a fabulous new attraction for Cairns locals and visitors alike to explore and enjoy with the largest collection of armoured vehicles and artillery in the Southern Hemisphere.

Some visitors who have been amongst the first to tour the museum have remarked that the facility wouldn’t be out of place in Canberra and it is an unexpected and welcome edition to Cairns.

Local Dad Trent, who took along his sons Jordan, 5 and Sean, 3, to explore the museum said the range and variety of exhibits was staggering and the museum has plans to continuously expand and renew the displays, with the list of coming attractions on the museum’s website extensive.

“The best thing about the museum is that you can get up close with the displays and walk right around them.

The boys particularly enjoyed the tanks and armoured cars and they have a fantastic hands-on mock battle area with toy tanks and soldiers for the kids to play.”

A recent addition to the museum, and one the younger guests are sure to enjoy, is the opportunity to take a ride in a converted Armoured Personnel

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Carrier. Presently, rides are available daily at 11am and 2pm, subject to weather conditions and the condition of the circuit. Rides are an additional cost on the price of admission. Daily guided talks will commence in 2015.

Apart from the rides, the rest of the museum is located indoors and undercover so it is the perfect place to entertain the kids if the rain sets in. There is a fantastic little sit down area for those who’d prefer to take a break while touring the museum and there is extensive free car parking right outside. The gift shop is also well stocked with appropriate souvenirs and will be sure to keep the kids entertained in itself!

In 2015, the museum expects to open another much-anticipated new attraction - the brand new 50 metre shooting range is currently nearing completion and should provide a fantastic venue for everything from bucks and hens events to office team building exercises.

The Australian Armour and Artillery Museum is located at 1145 Kamerunga Road Smithfield and is open seven days from 9.30am–4:30pm with the last admission at 4pm each day.

Closed New Year's Day. For more information visit: www.ausarmour.com/

Visit the Museum before February 1 and take your PakMag voucher to receive 15% off the advertised entry.

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ueensland Country Credit Union’s Cairns Area Manager David Smith said that genuine hospitality, local expertise and decision making is what sets Queensland Country Credit Union apart from other financiers.

A true passion for supporting local communities is another key element to Queensland Country Credit Union’s success.

“We operate to benefit our Members.

What matters to our Members matters to us, which is why we are active in our community. In Cairns, we support clubs including the Northern Pride, community festivals and schools,” David said.

Queensland Country Credit Union started with just one branch in Mount Isa in 1971. Today the Credit Union serves almost 60,000 Members throughout its 23 branches across Queensland that stretch as far north as Weipa, south to Stanthorpe and west to Mount Isa. Queensland Country Credit Union offers Members a full range of services. David explains “Queensland Country Credit Union can help you with transaction and savings accounts, personal loans and credit cards. Together with Crackles our student money saver account mascot, we can also teach children to save.”

its Members. Whether it’s entering the property market for the first time, time to refinance, renovating a home you’re already living in or buying an investment property, Queensland Country Credit Union’s experienced lending team is ready to assist.

“At Queensland Country Credit Union we are real people that offer real help.

We help home buyers every day, including helping a Member save for their first or forever home, explaining and helping them through the entire home loan process or helping investors or home owners wanting to renovate,” David said.

In addition to financial products, the Queensland Country team can also help Members with home, contents, motor vehicle and health insurance needs. Queensland Country Health Fund was recently awarded CANSTAR’s 2014 Outstanding Hospital Cover award for Queensland.

Queensland Country Credit Union has two branches in Cairns; 514516 Mulgrave Road, Earlville and Smithfield Shopping Centre. Cairns Area Manager David Smith, Smithfield Branch Manager Dianne Clarke and their teams look forward to meeting you soon.

Owning your own home can be one of the most rewarding experiences.

The team at Queensland Country Credit Union enjoys being able to make that experience happen for

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Does your cyclone plan include a health plan?

In a typical wet season, around eleven tropical cyclones form in the oceans around Northern Australia. We’re constantly reminded to have our cyclone kit ready in the event that one does hit us here in Cairns, but Dr Uri Scelwyn from Omega Health Medical Centre adds that your cyclone plan should also include a health-care plan.

“If a cyclone does hit us, you need to be able to take care of yourself for at least three days – and ideally up to seven – while regular services are disrupted,” Dr Scelwyn said.

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“Make sure any vital medications you need are well stocked, and that any urgent scripts are filled out.

“Talk you your family GP, or healthcare provider, to put together a plan so that you can be confident that you and your family can remain as comfortable as possible during and in the days following a cyclone hitting the city,” he said.

Dr Scelwyn said having a first-aid kit is critical.

“Emergency kits are available in many shapes and sizes – and from as little as $20 on the St John Queensland website,” he said.

“They contain things like bandages and pads for dressing minor wounds, a shock blanket for retaining warmth and a booklet to guide you through basic medical treatment.

“Of course none of this is a replacement for a professional doctor. If you do find yourself in an emergency medical situation during or after a cyclone you must dial triple zero as soon as possible.”

Dr Uri Scelwyn is one of the many experienced GPs at Omega Health Medical Centre in the Cairns suburb of Manoora. The Medical Centre has its own industrial strength generator to ensure that, even if the power grid does go down, the Centre can continue to provide essential medical services.

Omega Health Medical Centre is open until late every day of the year – including Christmas, Easter and New Year’s Day – and has a range of GPs for you to choose from to be your own family doctor. You can make an appointment online at www.omegahealth.com.au or by calling 4053 7900.

Time to make a change It’s time we, as parents, took a stand on healthy living, so we can be there for our kids in the future. As a fitness trainer, I constantly hear parents who are often quite overweight, telling me how much they would love to get fitter and healthier but, yes you guessed it, they simply don’t have time.

But what good will you be to your children when you suffer from debilitating illness and injury due to your decades of sedentary lifestyle?

Do you want them to have to take care of you when you need your knee/hip replacement, or have to fetch you your diabetes medication? Will you feel sad when you’re unable to chase a ball with your future grandchildren?

Bring a bit of balance into this crazy, busy stressful life we all lead. Give your kids the best of everything and leave a bit of time every week to attend an exercise class yourself or hire a personal trainer.

They will thank you in the long run.

Narelle Muller is a group and personal fitness trainer at Fit ‘n’ Well (0412 745 519), as well as a health writer. Her group exercise classes at Edge Hill School welcome children to play while parents workout.

De Quervain Tenosynovitis (or Mummy’s Wrist!)

One thing I found most surprising as a new mother was how physically demanding it was. Tiny babies don’t look heavy when someone else is carrying them!

DeQuervain’s Tenosynovitis is a condition which causes pain around the base of the thumb and wrist. It is so common in new mothers (including myself!) that it is sometimes referred to as “Mummy’s Wrist”.

The pain of De Quervain’s is caused by inflammation and swelling of the tendons due to repetitive movements such as grasping and lifting an infant. Your GP can diagnose this condition by examining your wrist. No special investigations or tests are usually required.

Treatment primarily involves resting the wrist which is obviously very difficult when you have a baby to look after! In this case, wearing a special splint or wrist brace helps prevent you from moving your thumb in certain ways so that the sore tendons can be rested. If the pain continues despite this, you may need an injection of steroid around the tendon to settle down the inflammation. By Claire Stewart.

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Preparing for Pregnancy If you’ve decided that 2015 will be the year to add to your household, there’s no better time than now to start making some changes to ensure your health and wellbeing is at a premium and you’re prepped and ready for pregnancy.

Health checks Book a check-up with your GP. Unless you’ve had one in the past year, it’s a good idea to have a pap smear. Your GP may also wish to do a breast check and make sure your vaccinations are up to date.

While most of us usually dread it, it’s also a good idea to see your dentist as any pre-existing oral health problems can be exacerbated during pregnancy.

Healthy Eating & Exercise It goes without saying that now is the time to start taking note of what you put into your body. Getting in some light daily exercise is a great idea, as it is thought to assist with managing morning sickness not to mention promoting wellbeing. When planning for pregnancy, it is best to avoid alcohol as research suggests there is no safe level of alcohol consumption when pregnant - therefore it is best to abstain altogether. If you are a smoker, seek help to quit as smoking is linked to increased risk of ectopic pregnancy, miscarriage, premature labour, and sudden unexpected death in infancy (SUDI), which includes sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS).

Prior to conception is also a great time to consider taking a prenatal vitamin including folate - which is proven to reduce the risk of neural tube defects such as spina bifida.

Investigate Options For Pregnancy Care In Queensland, there are four main options for where to have a baby: in a public hospital or public birth centre (usually attached to a hospital), in a private hospital, or out of hospital (home birth). The ‘Having a Baby in Queensland’ website (www.havingababy.org. au) is a great reference and details the factors which may influence where you choose to have your baby. These include: • where you receive your pregnancy care (at home, in a hospital, in a community clinic) • whether you have to travel for birth, and how far • who provides your care during pregnancy and during labour and birth (midwives or an obstetrician) • what choices you have in how to birth your baby (water for pain management, water birth etc) • whether 'low intervention' birth is supported • whether you have close access to certain procedures or services • whether your support people are able to stay with you • whether there are out-of-pocket costs for your care (and if Private Insurance covers this if applicable) • whether you have in-home care after birth

Cost of Antenatal Care If you have Private Health cover, get in touch and find out what and how much is covered under your policy.

There are a number of options when it comes to antenatal care, including private hospitals and obstetricians, public hospitals and birth centres.

If you choose to give birth in a private hospital under the care of an obstetrician, it is likely you will have some out of pocket costs not

BUMP &BUB completely covered by your private health insurance. It is useful to get information regarding this before making a choice on where you give birth.

Cost of Children While you’re examining the effect giving birth may have on your hip pocket, it’s worth getting a jump start and think about the implications pregnancy and children will have long-term. If your company has a HR manual, ascertain whether your company has a maternity or parental leave policy, any Centrelink benefits you may be entitled to (such as the Paid Parental Leave scheme) and although it may seem a long way off getting to know the child care options in your area and planning ahead will put you ahead in the long run.

Chart Your Cycle Now that you’re ready to start trying, charting your cycle can assist in determining the ideal time to get down to business. Charting has gone hightech, with apps such as iPeriod (yes, really!) available to keep track for you.

Support networks When planning to start or add to your family, one of the most important options to consider is the support network you have around you.

Although it is true that many families these days live far away from family and make do, it is definitely much harder. The old saying ‘it takes a village to raise a child’ rings true, so having friends and family close by will be a boon when your little one arrives. Remember, a newborn will bring with them opportunities to meet other like-minded mums (and dads) too so becoming a parent may open up a whole new avenue of potential friendships!

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WHAT'S ON GUIDE

JANUARY THUR 01 New Years Day Arts & Crafts Night Cazalys Kids Club www.cazalys.com.au 6.30pm / Free / Kids Family

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Construction Evening Disney Theme Cazalys Kids Club www.cazalys.com.au 6.30pm / Free / Kids Grow your family tree Cairns City Library 4044 3730 10.00am / Free / Adult

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MON 05 Fitclub Peterson Park, Edmonton 0466 640 946 5.15pm / Free / Family Defending the Pacific Exhibition ends Jan 13 Manunda Library 4044 3766 10.00am / Free / Family Guitar & Ukuleles Music Workshop (Ages 7 & Over) Geckos Indoor Play Centre www.geckosplay.com.au 1.30pm / Cost / Kids Music Exploration (Ages 6-11) Geckos Indoor Play Centre www.geckosplay.com.au 2.30pm / Cost / Kids

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Free Gallery Entry all day Cairns Regional Gallery shop@cairnsregionalgallery.com.au 10.00am / Free / Family

Tiny Tots Cairns Indoor Sports www.cairnsindoorsports.com.au 9.00am / Cost / Family

Scavenger Hunt - Disney Theme Cazalys Kids Club www.cazalys.com.au 6.30pm / Free / Kids

TYC Summer Drama School: The Origins - Marvel vs Transformers (Ends 9/1/15) TYC Adventure Theatre, 169 Bunda St, Cairns City www.theyoungcompany.com.au 9.00am / Cost / Family

SUN 04 Party Games Music/Balloon Games Cazalys Kids Club www.cazalys.com.au 6.30pm / Free / Kids

Baby Rhyme Time Earlville Library 4044 3766 10.30am / Free / Family Storytime Gordonvale Library

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WED 07 Fitclub Peterson Park, Edmonton 0466 640 946 5.15pm / Free / Family Multisport Madness for School Aged Children Cairns Indoor Sports www.cairnsindoorsports.com.au 1.00pm / Cost / Family Storytime Manunda Library 4044 3779 3.30pm / Free / Family

THUR 08 Tiny Tots Cairns Indoor Sports www.cairnsindoorsports.com.au 9.00am / Cost / Family Multisport Madness for School Aged Children Cairns Indoor Sports www.cairnsindoorsports.com.au 1.00pm / Cost / Family Movie Night - Free Popcorn and cordial Cazalys Kids Club www.cazalys.com.au 6.30pm / Free / Kids Baby Rhyme Time Smithfield Library 4044 3711 10.30am / Free / Family

Flip RiplEy's Magic Show School Holiday Activity Cairns City Library 4044 3720 10.30am / Cost / Family

FRI 09 Fitclub Peterson Park, Edmonton 0466 640 946 5.15pm / Free / Family Tiny Tots Cairns Indoor Sports www.cairnsindoorsports.com.au 9.00am / Cost / Family Multisport Madness for School Aged Children Cairns Indoor Sports www.cairnsindoorsports.com.au 1.00pm / Cost / Family Group Games - Charades Cazalys Kids Club www.cazalys.com.au 6.30pm / Free / Kids

SAT 10 Tiny Tots Cairns Indoor Sports www.cairnsindoorsports.com.au 9.00am / Cost / Family Construction Evening Disney Theme Cazalys Kids Club www.cazalys.com.au 6.30pm / Free / Kids

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JANUARY SUN 11 Arts & Crafts Night Cazalys Kids Club www.cazalys.com.au 6.30pm / Free / Kids

MON 12 Fitclub Peterson Park, Edmonton 0466 640 946 5.15pm / Free / Family Pastel Landscapes Workshop (Ages 6 -12) Cairns Regional Gallery programs@cairnsregionalgallery.com.au 10.00am / Cost / Family Guitar & Ukuleles Music Workshop (Ages 7 & Over) Geckos Indoor Play Centre www.geckosplay.com.au 1.30pm / Cost / Kids Music Exploration (Ages 6-11) Geckos Indoor Play Centre www.geckosplay.com.au 2.30pm / Cost / Kids

TUE 13 Tiny Tots Cairns Indoor Sports www.cairnsindoorsports.com.au 9.00am / Cost / Family Boys Toys Workshop (Ages 6 -12) Cairns Regional Gallery programs@cairnsregionalgallery.com.au 10.00am / Cost / Family TYC Summer Drama School: The Classic Tale of Hugh

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Dunnit (Ends 16/1/15) TYC Adventure Theatre, 169 Bunda St, Cairns City www.theyoungcompany.com.au 9.00am / Cost / Family

Kids Moves - School Holiday Activity Stratford Library 4044 3733 10.30am / Cost / Kids

Storytime Stratford Library 4044 3733 10.30am / Free / Family

Fitclub Peterson Park, Edmonton 0466 640 946 5.15pm / Free / Family

Flip RiplEy's Magic Show School Holiday Activity Manunda Library 4044 3779 10.30am / Cost / Family Learn to Sew (3 day course) Craft and Sewing Studio Edge Hill 4053 4421 10.00am / Cost

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Learn to Sew (3 day course) Craft and Sewing Studio Edge Hill 4053 4421 10.00am / Cost

THUR 15 Tiny Tots Cairns Indoor Sports www.cairnsindoorsports.com.au 9.00am / Cost / Family

Multisport Madness for School Aged Children Cairns Indoor Sports www.cairnsindoorsports.com.au 1.00pm / Cost / Family

Multisport Madness for School Aged Children Cairns Indoor Sports www.cairnsindoorsports.com.au 1.00pm / Cost / Family

Assemblage Junk Monsters Workshop, ages 11 - 16 Cairns Regional Gallery programs@cairnsregionalgallery.com.au 10.00am / Cost / Family

Industrial Printing and Collage Workshop, ages 6 - 12 Cairns Regional Gallery programs@cairnsregionalgallery.com.au 10.00am / Cost / Family

Storytime Cairns City Library 4044 3720 10.30am / Free / Family

Scavenger Hunt Disney Theme Cazalys Kids Club www.cazalys.com.au 6.30pm / Free / Kids

Defending the Pacific Exhibition ends Feb 10 Earlville Library 4044 3766 10.00am / Free / Family

Baby Rhyme Time Stratford Library 4044 3733 10.30am / Free / Family

Sand Art - School Holiday Activity Gordonvale Library 4056 1365 / 10.30am / Cost / Kids Learn to Sew (3 day course) Craft and Sewing Studio Edge Hill enquiries@craftnsewing.com.au 10.00am / Cost Scho

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Race Night Cazalys Kids Club www.cazalys.com.au 6.30pm / Free / Kids Tiny Tots Cairns Indoor Sports www.cairnsindoorsports.com.au 9.00am / Cost / Family Multisport Madness for School Aged Children Cairns Indoor Sports www.cairnsindoorsports.com.au 1.00pm / Cost / Family Sculptural Assemblage (Ages 2 - 5) Cairns Regional Gallery programs@cairnsregionalgallery.com.au 10.00am / Cost / Family In-Habit Community Art Project Cairns Regional Gallery programs@cairnsregionalgallery.com.au 1.00pm / Free / Family Kids Moves - School Holiday Activity Stratford Library 4044 3733 10.30am / Cost / Kids

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JANUARY Fitclub Peterson Park, Edmonton 0466 640 946 / 5.15pm / Free / Family Decorate a Mask Craft and Sewing Studio Edge Hill / 4053 4421 9.30am / Cost Make your own Robot Craft and Sewing Studio Edge Hill 4053 4421 / 2.00pm / Cost

SAT 17 Group Games - Charades Cazalys Kids Club www.cazalys.com.au 6.30pm / Free / Kids Tiny Tots Cairns Indoor Sports www.cairnsindoorsports.com.au 9.00am / Cost / Family In-Habit Community Art Project Cairns Regional Gallery programs@cairnsregionalgallery.com.au 10.00am / Free / Family In-Habit Artist Talk with Alfredo Juan and Isabel Aquilizan Cairns Regional Gallery shop@cairnsregionalgallery.com.au 1.30pm / Free / Family Soap making class Craft and Sewing Studio Edge Hill enquiries@craftnsewing.com.au 10.00am / Cost

SUN 18 One Day Hypnobirthing Class Stratford Community Hall 0420 504 421 9.30am / Cost / Adult

Arts & Crafts Night Cazalys Kids Club www.cazalys.com.au 6.30pm / Free / Kids Save the Date Wedding Expo and Community Wish Fund Brothers Leagues Club Cairns www.savethedatecairns.com.au 10.00am / Free / Family In-Habit Community Art Project Cairns Regional Gallery programs@cairnsregionalgallery.com.au 10.00am / Free / Family

MON 19 In-Habit Community Art Project Cairns Regional Gallery programs@cairnsregionalgallery.com.au 10.00am / Free / Family Storytime Babinda Library 4067 1112 10.30am / Free / Family Fitclub Peterson Park, Edmonton 0466 640 946 5.15pm / Free / Family

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TUE 20 Tiny Tots Cairns Indoor Sports www.cairnsindoorsports.com.au 9.00am / Cost / Family In-Habit Community Art Project Cairns Regional Gallery programs@cairnsregionalgallery.com.au 10.00am / Free / Family TYC Summer Drama School: The Runner (Ends 23/1/15) TYC Adventure Theatre, 169 Bunda St, Cairns City www.theyoungcompany.com.au 9.00am / Cost / Family Storytime Smithfield Library 4044 3711 10.30am / Free / Family Catalogue Quest Babinda Library 4067 1112 2.00pm / Free / Family Learn to Sew (3 day course) Craft and Sewing Studio Edge Hill 4053 4421 10.00am / Cost

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Mixed Media Skateboard 2 day teenagers Workshop (Ends 22/1/14) Cairns Regional Gallery programs@cairnsregionalgallery.com.au 10.00am / Cost / Family Fitclub Peterson Park, Edmonton 0466 640 946 5.15pm / Free / Family TAS Marlin Coast Early Learning Centre Open Day TAS - Marlin Coast Early Learning Poolwood Rd, Kewarra Beach www.tas.qld.edu.au 10.00am / Free / Family Learn to Sew (3 day course) Craft and Sewing Studio Edge Hill 4053 4421 10.00am / Cost Disney Live!

Cairns Convention Centre www.ticketlink.com.au 10.00am / 1.00pm / 4.00pm Cost / Family

thur 22 Party Games Music/Balloon Games Cazalys Kids Club www.cazalys.com.au 6.30pm / Free / Kids

Guitar & Ukuleles Music Workshop (Ages 7 & Over) Geckos Indoor Play Centre www.geckosplay.com.au 1.30pm / Cost / Kids

Multisport Madness for School Aged Children Cairns Indoor Sports www.cairnsindoorsports.com.au 1.00pm / Cost / Family

Tiny Tots Cairns Indoor Sports www.cairnsindoorsports.com.au 9.00am / Cost / Family

Music Exploration (Ages 6-11) Geckos Indoor Play Centre www.geckosplay.com.au 2.30pm / Cost / Kids

In-Habit Community Art Project Cairns Regional Gallery programs@cairnsregionalgallery.com.au 10.00am / Free / Family

Multisport Madness for School Aged Children Cairns Indoor Sports www.cairnsindoorsports.com.au 1.00pm / Cost / Family

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JANUARY Conversation CafĂŠ Smithfield Library 4044 3711 10.30am / Free / Adult Lego - School Holiday Activity Edmonton Library 4044 3735 10.30am / Cost / Family Dads Storytime Earlville Library 4044 3766 10.30am / Free / Family Learn to Sew (3 day course) Craft and Sewing Studio Edge Hill 4053 4421 / 10.00am / Cost

fri 23 Arts & Crafts Night Cazalys Kids Club www.cazalys.com.au 6.30pm / Free / Kids Tiny Tots Cairns Indoor Sports www.cairnsindoorsports.com.au 9.00am / Cost / Family Multisport Madness for School Aged Children Cairns Indoor Sports www.cairnsindoorsports.com.au 1.00pm / Cost / Family Fitclub Peterson Park, Edmonton 0466 640 946 5.15pm / Free / Family Hama Beads Craft and Sewing Studio Edge Hill 4053 4421 9.30am / Cost

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Make your own Desk Calendar Craft and Sewing Studio Edge Hill enquiries@craftnsewing.com.au 2.00pm / Cost

sat 24 Movie Night - Free Popcorn and cordial Cazalys Kids Club www.cazalys.com.au 6.30pm / Free / Kids Tiny Tots Cairns Indoor Sports www.cairnsindoorsports.com.au 9.00am / Cost / Family Australia Day Activities (Aussie Croc keyring) Craft and Sewing Studio Edge Hill 4053 4421 / 10.00am / Cost

sun 25 Party Games Cazalys www.cazalys.com.au 6.00pm / Free / Kids Group Games - Charades Cazalys Kids Club www.cazalys.com.au 6.30pm / Free / Kids

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tue 27 Tiny Tots Cairns Indoor Sports www.cairnsindoorsports.com.au 9.00am / Cost / Family Baby Rhyme Time Manunda Library 4044 3779 10.30am / Free / Family

wed 28 In 2 Soccer for Under 6s and Under 8s Cairns Indoor Sports www.cairnsindoorsports.com.au 4.15pm / Cost / Kids Baby Rhyme Time Cairns City Library 4044 3720 10.30am / Free / Family Fitclub Peterson Park, Edmonton 0466 640 946 5.15pm / Free / Family

thur 29 Group Games - Charades Cazalys Kids Club www.cazalys.com.au 6.30pm / Free / Kids

Australia Day Celebrations Brothers Leagues Club www.brotherscairns.com.au 9.00am / Free / Family

Tiny Tots Cairns Indoor Sports www.cairnsindoorsports.com.au 9.00am / Cost / Family

Fitclub Peterson Park, Edmonton 0466 640 946 5.15pm / Free / Family

Ladies Daytime Netball Cairns Indoor Sports www.cairnsindoorsports.com.au 10.15am / Cost / Family

fri 30 Scavenger Hunt Disney Theme Cazalys Kids Club www.cazalys.com.au 6.30pm / Free / Kids Tiny Tots Cairns Indoor Sports www.cairnsindoorsports.com.au 9.00am / Cost / Family Fitclub Peterson Park, Edmonton 0466 640 946 5.15pm / Free / Family Milo in2 Cricket Under 8s, 10s & 12s Cairns Indoor Sports www.cairnsindoorsports.com.au 4.30pm / Cost / Kids Lego Mania Manunda Library 4044 3779 3.30pm / Free / Family

sat 31 Lucky Ducks Cazalys Kids Club www.cazalys.com.au 6.30pm / Free / Kids Tiny Tots Cairns Indoor Sports www.cairnsindoorsports.com.au 9.00am / Cost / Family Come & Try Goalball Cairns Basketball Centre Aumuller St goalballcairns@hotmail.com 10:00am / Free / Family

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Surviving in the air at 30,000 Feet I remember having the most blissful flight with my daughter who was on her first long-haul flight from Europe to Australia at seven months of age, only to return four weeks later with a completely different infant who was awake and ready to party! Need I say it was a very long flight! At the end of the day getting organised for a short or long haul flights will vary as well as the age of the children you are travelling with. What works on one flight may not work on the next so remember to stay calm and collected and be willing to try different options.

Here are some general tips for flying with your little passengers.

Infants • Breastfeed or feed your infant on take-off and descent, which will help relieve air pressure or pack a dummy/pacifier.

• Request a bassinet. Make sure your infant meets the aircraft carrier’s guidelines. You may also be required to take your sleeping infant out of the bassinet during turbulence so be prepared for that situation.

• Use an Ergo carrier or a similar product which will enable you to be hands free when boarding.

• Take some small infant food or food pouches, which your little one knows and likes. Most airlines do cater for infant food but may not be age appropriate or not to your infant’s liking.

• Take a muslin with you which can be used to block out the cabin lights.

• Make sure you have easy access on-board to nappies and wipes, organise yourself a starter pack that you can place in your seat pocket.

• Try and sleep when your infant sleeps if traveling overnight.

• Note that Baby food and milk is exempt from the 100ml liquid guidelines for international flights.

Toddler • Check which children and adult meals are being served on your flight to find the most suitable.

• Pack their own cup to prevent drink spills, this will reduce the need to change clothes.

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• Pack snacks as little tummies are always hungry.

• Pack empty plastic bags or Ziploc bags for waste or wet clothes, as soon as you have anything that needs to be tossed you can put it away.

• Pack a magnetic drawing board or magnetic puzzle instead of Lego and normal puzzles which can easily be lost.

Children • Ignore any household rules you have about TVs and computer usage during the flight.

• Pack the iPad, add new Apps prior to leaving home, chargers or USB cords which can be connected on most flights.

• Pack kids headphones and maybe even a splitter so you can use two headphones for the one iPad. • Pack a few small inexpensive toys that you won’t mind losing.

• Pack a lollypop or two to help with their ears or keep them happy.

• Pack a game like UNO or stickers.

• Try and have them seated next to the window to keep them entertained, also makes for a good cushion rest if you are flying economy.

• Keep everyone well hydrated.

• Make sure you have some spare clothes and a jumper to deal with cabin temperatures.

• Choose a family friendly airline wherever possible.

• Ask the airline if you can be seated next to an empty seat.

• Minimise your carry-on luggage as much as you can.

• Have your toddler or child wearing their PJs before boarding the plane for long overnight flights.

• Take a pair of plane friendly socks.

Bronwyn Darnoc is the publisher of the Simply for Flying personal flight logbook and Flight Travel Kit. See www.simplyforflying.com for further details.

• Try and keep them to drinking water and keep sugared drinks to a minimum or best not at all unless you are after a lively one.

• Wrap some toys/treats individually, which they can unwrap each hour during the flight, a fun activity to keep them entertained and rewarded.

• Make a flight pack entertainment which they enjoy on-board.

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S c ho ol' s Ou t CAIRNS CENTRAL The Octonauts Live Show will be appearing Tuesday January 20 to Saturday January 24 at 10am, 11am and 1pm at Centre Stage. Captain Barnacles will be available for a Meet and Greet on Octonauts Show days from 12pm to 12.30pm at Centre Stage. Visit www.cairnscentral.com.au for additional details.

STOCKLAND CAIRNS Stockland Cairns are holding a Back to School Desk Organiser Workshop.

Create a desk organiser basket to store your pens, pencils, stapler. The workshop will run from Monday January 12 to Friday January 16 from 10am to 2pm at Centre Court.

Donut King are holding a Donut Decorating Workshop! Create your ultimate, tongue tantalising donut by decorating it with your favourite toppings.

Make it, then eat it! The workshop will be held from Monday January 19 to Friday January 23 from 10am to 2pm in Centre Court.

CAIRNS INDOOR SPORTS The Tiny Tots Program (for under school aged children) will be running every Tuesday, Thursday, Friday & Saturday from 9am until midday. Cost: $7 per session.

The Multi-Sport Madness (for school aged children) will be held every Wednesday, Thursday & Friday from 1pm to 3pm. Cost: $7 per session Visit www.cairnsindoorsports.com.au for more information.

CAIRNS regional GALLERY There is an ambundance of art activities and workshops: Acrylic Landscapes 6 -12 years / January 12 10am to 12pm / $18 Boys Toys 6 - 12 years / January 13 10am to 12pm / $18

Assemblage Junk Monsters 11 - 16 years / January 14 10am to 2.30pm / $40 Industrial Printing & Collage 6 - 12 years / January 15 10am to 12pm / $18 Sculptural Assemblage 2 - 5 years / January 16 10am to10.45am / $14 Urban Myth (Exhibition of Mixed Media) 13+ January 21 to 22 / 10am to 1pm / $65 For more information email programs@cairnsregionalgallery.com. au or call 4046 4888.

CAIRNS RECREATION CENTRE The Cairns Recreation Centre will be running a Vacation Care Program until January 23 from 8am to 5.30pm daily. Cost: $42 full day/$25 half day (rebates available if applicable).

Bookings are required. Visit www. cairnsrecreationcentre.com.au or call 4053 5353 for more information.

LEISURE ISLAND Super Hero Disco's are being held on Friday nights at Leisure Island from 6.30pm onwards. Cost: $15 for an hour and a half session. Sessions are locked down and are held when there is 20 people or more in attendance. Bookings are essential. Call 0488 553 743 or visit www.leisureisland.com.au for more information.

GO BOWLING Go Bowling are offering an EarlyBird Special with $6.50 games if you play before 10am. Cosmic Glow in the Dark Sessions are also available every Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday at 2pm. All you can bowl for two hours for just $12pp (Minimum four to a Lane). Go Bowling is open seven days a week from 9am till late. Bookings are essential. Call 4053 3497 or visit www. gobowling.com.au/cairns to check out their FAMILY and ECLUB deals.

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GLOWORLD For some awesome School Holiday entertainment head along to GloWorld and see the roller coaster 9D action Movie and Glow in the Dark mini golf. Cost: $20 per person. Gloworld also offer a $99 12 month unlimited entry pass and is the perfect venue for your next birthday event!

Gloworld is located behind Red Rooster at the Raintree Shopping Centre. Call 0477 772 643 or email bookings@gloworldentertainment.com for more information.

GECKO’S Have a child who loves music? Geckos are holding music workshops across three weeks of the holidays: Guitar & Ukuleles Age: 7 and over / January 5th 1.30pm-2:15pm Music Exploration Age: 6-11 / January 5th 2:30pm -3:15pm Guitar & Ukuleles Age: 7 and over / January 12th 1.30pm-2:15pm Music Exploration Age 6-11 / January 12th 2:30pm -3:15pm Guitar & Ukuleles Age: 7 and over / January 19th 1.30pm-2:15pm Music Exploration Age 6-11 / January 19th 2:30pm -3:15pm Bookings are essential. Cost: $45 (3 Sessions). Call 4038 1181 or visit www.geckosplay.com.au for more information.

CRAFT N SEWING STUDIO The Craft and Sewing Studio offers: January 13-15 10am – 2pm Learn to Sew (3 day course) January 16 9.30am / Decorate Masks January 16 2.00pm / Make a Robot www.pakmag.com.au JANUARY 2015

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January 17 10am / Soap Making January 22-27 10am – 2pm / Learn to Sew (3 day course) January 23 9.30am / Hama Beads (Pearler) January 23 2pm / Make your own Desk Calendar January 24 10am / Australia Day Craft (Aussie Croc Keyring etc) Children eight and under need to have an adult present at all times.

Bookings are essential.

Call 4053 4421 or email enquiries@craftnsewing.com.au

WOREE AQUATIC Secure your spot at the li’l Stingers School Holiday Program. The Program runs from January 12 to January 16 and is a five day intensive course. Cost: $60. Bookings must be pre-paid. Challenge the Wipeout Inflatable operating throughout the school holidays. Call 4054 6964 or visit www. woreepool.com for more information.

BAD FISHY Have you taken a jetboat ride on the wild side with Bad Fishy yet?

Rides are available daily at 11am and 2pm. Additional times are available for group bookings.

Receive 20% off when you mention PakMag. Cost: $39 or with your Pakmag offer - $31. Please note: Children must be at least 1.2m tall to ride. Email bookings@badfishy.com. au or call 0499 490 030.

TJAPUKAI ABORIGINAL CULTURAL PARK If you haven’t been to Tjapukai yet – here is your chance! The park are offering a Free Child Admission with every paying adult. You must present the Tjapukai Voucher in this edition of PakMag to receive the offer. (Conditions apply). Authentic music, dance,

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storytelling and interactive activities such as didgeridoo playing, face painting and boomerang throwing are all on offer!

For more information call 4041 4066.

To view the TYCT timetable visit www.theyoungcompany.com.au

Visit www.tjapukai.com.au or call 4042 9999 for more information.

THE AUSTRALIAN ARMOUR & ARTILLERY MUSEUM

CABLE SKI CAIRNS Ever thought of skimming across the water and flying through the air? Whether you’re a first timer learning to ride or just looking to push your wakeboarding action to the next level, come and hit the cable ski circuit these summer holidays. The kids club will run throughout January where six to 12 year olds can kneeboard and wakeboard at a slower speed with lots of tuition, tricks, turns and help available.

Kids Club runs on Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 8.30am–10 am. Cost is $35 per child. Call 4038 1304 to book.

Cable Ski Cairns is located at Lot 5 Captain Cook Highway, Smithfield (next to Skyrail and Tjapukai)

BRAD HOPE MARTIAL ARTS For the month of January (commencing January 5th) Brad Hope Martial Arts are offering Two for One enrolments.

Classes are age specific and run from Mums with newborns to children up to 12 years. Brad’s classes focus on developing confidence within children and encouraging respect for parents and adults. For more information call 4038 2633 or visit www.bradhopefma.com.au.

THE YOUNG COMPANY theatre TYCT Drama school Workshops are: 6/1/15 to 9/1/15 The Origins: Marvel Vs Transformers 9am to 3pm 13/1/15 to 16/1/15 The Classic Tale of Hugh Dunnit 9am to 3pm 20/1/15 to 23/1/15 The Runner 9am to 3pm

The Australian Armour and Artillery Museum has the largest display of armoured vehicles and artillery pieces under one roof in the Southern Hemisphere. The Museum is open seven days from 10am-4.30pm. Visit the Museum before February 1 and take your PakMag voucher to receive 15% off the advertised entry. The Museum is located at 1145 Kamerunga Road (Next to Skyrail). Call 4038 1665 for more information.

South Cairns gymnastics Three hour sessions are open for kids prep to year six. Games, gymnastics, trampoline and more.

Tuesdays and Thursdays in January 9am-12pm. 4045 2947 www.gymsportsfnq.com.au for more information.

DIVE CAreer centre Snorkelling Classes This is a half or full day course to teach snorkel skills and learn about the Great Barrier Reef. This is a great program for all the family to get involved. Children can start from the age of 3 and up to 12 years Skuba Ranger Course Scuba Rangers is a program to teach kids 8 – 12 years old who have a healthy heart and lungs to scuba dive. Courses are held on School holidays from 10 am to 3 pm.For more information www.divecareercentre.com.au or call (07) 4058 0245 or 0411 612 442.

2015 JUNIOR SIGN ON WHEN: Saturday 7th February from 10am-2pm Saturday 14th February from 10am-2pm WHERE: Tiger Park (behind PCYC) McNamara Street, Manunda OR REGISTER ONLINE AT: www.ehufc.com.au/junior-soccer-club-in-cairns.php AGE GROUPS (Boys and Girls) > Subway Squirts - 3 to 5 years > Miniroos - 5 to 11 years > Junior Competitive - 12 to 16 years

McNamara Street, Manunda ehufc67@hotmail.com www.ehufc.com.au Edge Hill United Football Club participates in the

"Get Started Program"

Sport's Sign On Woree Sports and Aquatic Centre

Turning Pointe Dance Studios

www.woreepool.com 4054 6964

www.turningpointe.com.au 4031 3390 OR 0409 642 446

Children’s swimming lessons, competitive swim or Ironman training can accommodate your needs.

With a heated Olympic pool, indoor learn to swim and therapy pool as well as a gymnasium currently under construction, the centre offers something for everyone. Li’l Stingers Learn to swim provides tuition from bubs through to adults and enrolments are being taken now.

Junior squad and fitness training classes are also available, Aqua Aerobics and the centre offers a training program for Cairns Ironman.

Students who attend Turning Pointe Dance Studios are assured of expert, professional tuition by qualified teaching staff, in a fun, caring, safe and enthusiastic environment.

Turning Pointe Dance Studios purpose built premises is located at 185 Scott Street, Cairns.

Backstreet Dance www.backstreetdance.com.au 0407 995 182 Backstreet Dance is all about fun, confidence and positivity. There are no exams, no eisteddfods, no competitions – only fun! Classes range from three year olds to adults, in the styles of jazz, funk, hip hop and contemporary. The studio will inspire you to dance – it is filled with positive messages, vibrant colours, viewing windows, air-conditioned waiting areas and positive people. Fees range from $120 - $190 depending on age group.

Classes are conducted from as young as 3 years of age.

Classes include baby ballet (from three years), kinder ballet (four years), classical ballet, jazz, tap, contemporary, acrobatics, singing and Pilates. Enrol online for 2015 classes.

Nexus Combined Martial Arts www.nexuscombinedma.com.au 4038 3348 Nexus Combined Martial Arts offers age specific classes starting from three years of age up to adults.

Nexus Combined Martial Arts believes that it is important for every child and family to learn self defence skills and brings martial arts training to the

modern era, without losing the core values such as Discipline, Respect, Honour, Integrity, Empathy and Self Control. Students are taught the most effective ways to deal with bullies and how to avoid potentially volatile situations using situational awareness and conflict resolution skills.Come in for a FREE Trial Class. Classes commence on January 5 2015 and all new student enrolments in January will receive two weeks FREE training.

Cairns Southside Judo Club, Inc. www.judocairns.com 0405 239 655 Both boys and girls five and up can participate in the Olympic sport of Judo. Judo focuses on "whole of person" development and provides opportunity for individual growth within a team environment. Judo emphasises physical literacy (spatial awareness, balance, flexibility, quick reflexes, coordination) while fostering self-discipline, confidence, resilience, perseverance, and respect for self/ others. With Judo’s Moral Code as a foundation, Southside Judo’s priority is having fun in a safe environment.

Come check us out! Cairns Southside Judo provides a trial uniform and the first lesson is free.

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Sport's Sign On Brad Hope Family Martial Arts www.bradhopefma.com.au 0407382035 Brad Hope Family Martial Arts is a professional school operating full time providing martial arts fitness and health education for all ages from newborns to mature age adults in age specific classes as well as personal protection and sports. 2015 is the year to make positive change - if your child is being bullied, or if YOU are being bullied in the work place. Perhaps you or your children need a confidence boost. Are your children respectful of you? Are you stressed? In January, two enrol for the price of one!

The Young Company Theatre www.theyoungcompany.com.au 4041 4066 TYC is an award winning youth theatre company that awakens children and young people’s imaginations; inspiring a culture of true creativity. The Young Company’s mission is to spark the imagination and fuel a sense of discovery in children and young people.

Programs allow participants to make new friends while also developing their acting techniques, self-confidence, communication and presentation skills, their creativity and performance resume.

At TYC theatre training is unique due to the company’s belief that the best place for young performers to learn their craft is on stage in front of an audience.

And with Youth Theatre Programs for children and young people from three years through to 18 years, TYC has something for everyone.

C-Me Swim www.cmeswim.com.au 4053 2549 C-Me Swim is Cairns leading learn to swim school and will celebrate 30 years in 2015.

A boutique swim school offering a huge variety of programs and catering for students from 5 months through to Squad swimmers, C-Me Swim also has several speciality programs on offer including C-Me TRI - triathlon training for children.

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with disabilities and additional needs in the C-Me Shine program. During its 30 years, C-Me Swim has touched many lives and families and is passionate about aquatic education with the belief that every child deserves the opportunity to learn to swim. It’s never too late.

Cairns Indoor Sports www.cairnsindoorsports.com.au 4032 2844 Cairns Indoor Sports caters for all ages with competitions in men’s, ladies, mixed and juniors from Tiny Tots right through to senior level, no matter your ability or fitness level.

Cairns Indoor Sports has new seasons starting for: • Junior Soccer - commences January 28 from 4.15pm. in2 Soccer (for three to six year olds) teaches children the skills of the game in a fun action packed environment and Under 8s which consist of a weekly skills session followed by game play.

• Junior Cricket - commences January 30 with Milo in2 Cricket for the under eights, and in2 Cricket game play for under 10s and 12s.

All the action kicks off from 4.30pm.

• Ladies Daytime Netball commences January 29 at 10:15am.

New Competitions for Adults of all abilities, in Indoor Cricket, Netball, Soccer, Beach Volleyball and Ultimate Dodgeball kick off in early February.

AFL Cairns Juniors www.cairnsjuniors.aflq.com.au AFL Cairns Office (07) 4042 3000 With over 1500 Cairns Juniors, AFL is the most fun your kids can have! Age Groups include: Auskick, Super 6’s, U8, U9, U10, U11, U13, U15, Youth Girls & Colts (U17.5). Don’t miss Sign on Day at your local clubs on Sunday February 15! See our advert on page 49 for all sign on venues and times for clubs in Cairns.

as well as competition and exam work.

There is Playdance from 2 years old, ballet, tap, modern, jazz, contemporary, hip hop, singing, conditioning and acro classes.

Adult classes are also available.

The Academy has purpose built studios all under the one roof with fully airconditioned reception, waiting area, homework room, and amenities. All classes can be viewed on CCTV from the waiting room. There is also a dedicated car park, close to Cairns Central, Masters and Harvey Norman.

FNQ Dance Academy prides itself on its professional and dedicated staff who are eager to pass the love of dance onto the next generation.

A public open information and enrolment day will be held on January 24 10am-2pm at the studios.

Crystal Cascades Horse Park www.crystalcascadeshorsepark.com.au

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Crystal Cascades Horse Park is Cairns’ only horse riding school that provides group and private riding lessons on a weekly basis. With friendly, experienced, qualified instructors and quiet, wellmannered ponies and horses, lessons are available for children from five years to adults and pony rides for children under five years.

Located only 15 minutes from Cairns CBD and the Northern Beaches, Crystal Cascades has the largest covered riding arena in Far North Queensland to enable lessons and pony rides to be conducted out of the sun and rain.

Specials for 2015 include: · A three day camp for children eight - 16 years ($385 includes overnight camping and all meals) · A one day camp for children from five-16 years ($185) · A three hour camp for littlies five-12 years ($135)

FNQ Dance Academy

Dancescape Dance Studio The June Vale Dancers

www.fnqdanceacademy.com.au 40514888

www.dancescapes.com.au 0412576272

FNQ Dance Academy offers something for everyone – from recreational and competitive classes, for fun and fitness

Dancescape Dance Studio has dance classes from four years through to adults in jazz, tap and contemporary dance

Sport's Sign On styles. Classes are held at Redlynch Community Hall in Margaret Street, Redlynch and commence on February 2.

Enrolments are now open for 2015, email the studio at jv@dancescapes.com.au for an enrolment package.

Little Snappers Swim School www.littlesnappers.com.au 40381241 Little Snappers is a boutique swim school specialising in babies, learn to swim and stroke correction with small class sizes in a fully enclosed temperature controlled pool, so it’s the perfect spot for year round swimming!

Swimming is not just a life -long skill, it builds strength, fitness, confidence and studies show it assists babies in reaching their physical and intellectual milestones sooner than those who don’t swim. Little Snappers prides itself on getting better and faster results in a loving and nurturing environment.

New Year special: Get 50 percent off your second weekly lesson.

Choi Kwang Do 041 478-2189 www.ckdcairns.com.au Choi Kwang Do is a unique martial art based on scientific principles and developed to promote optimum health, fitness and self-defence, not winners in sports competitions. Juniors are trained to always do their best and never give up, obey parents and teachers, tell the truth and honour their word, be polite and never misuse what they learn in class.

Trinity Anglican School 4036 8111 TAS Sporting Clubs are open to the community! You don’t have to go to TAS to join in the fun of the football (soccer), netball, hockey, triathlon and swimming. Age groups range from under six to under 18 with training offered at both White Rock and Kewarra Beach campuses.

TAS Sporting teams are entered into local club competitions providing children the opportunity to be exposed to an increased level of competition, a structured playing season and of course a fun and friendly environment. Sign-ons for football, netball, hockey, triathlon, and swimming will be at TAS White Rock, Progress Road, on February 5 from 3:30-6:30pm and at TAS Kewarra Beach, Poolwood Road, February 10 from 3:305:00pm.

For more information about TAS Sport E: sport@tas.qld.edu.au P: 4036 8111 or visit www.facebook.com/tas.sport

Matt Fiddes 1800 201 883 www.mfoz.com.au New to Cairns, Matt Fiddes Martial Arts School has programs for kids three years to adult.

They teach martial arts combined in a fun game based atmosphere so it is not just repetitive drills. They also do kickboxing classes for women.

Limited class spaces available.

Edge Hill United Footy Club ehufc.com.au Sandy 0458 050 105

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EHUFC is a centrally based Football (soccer) Club located at Tiger Park behind the PCYC on McNamara st and are a level 1 National Accredited Club.

They cater for Juniors from 3yrs of age to senior men and women. They have the Subway Squirts program for 3-5 yr olds which involves a fun training once a week for an hour and junior age groups from U6 to U18s. The club also has a large number of girls playing football from Under 6 through to Under 16. All coaches undertake accredited coaching courses and are required to be Blue Card accredited. All junior games are played on a Saturday at Endeavour park (next to the Colonial Club) and they train at Tiger Park 5-6pm weekdays.

Barron Valley Gymnastics (07) 4055 1711 Barron Valley Gymnastics provides quality gymnastics classes for children from 2.5yrs through to WAG & MAG competitive gymnasts.

Programs Offered: Kindy Gym Pre Gym Recreational Classes Adult Classes (16 yrs & over) Women's Artistic Men's Artistic

South Cairns Gymnastics 4045 2947 www.gymsportsfnq.com.au Have classes for kids two years to adult.

They have gymnastics based classes which include: Kindergym, Mini Gym, Gym Fun, Gym Skills, GymStars, Trampoline.

They also have Extreme Gym which has trampolining and does training for extreme sports like skateboarding, parkour, rollerblading and BMX acrobatics.

a boutique swim school featuring uniquely small class sizes

FREE NEWBORN PROGRAM AQUATIC EDUCATION for 2 & 3 month old babies

enclosed pool ideal temperature for year round swimming

Babies

maximum 4 per class

Learn To Swim maximum 3 per class

Stroke Development maximum 4 per class

Squads

maximum 6 per class

Your First Lesson Is FREE!!! bringing 30+ years of experience to Cairns

call to book 4038 1241 www.littlesnappers.com.au

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and dominant style of Modern Martial Arts with international recognition and accreditation. Nexus has one of the largest professional full time Martial Arts schools in the region with five qualified Instructors utilising the most innovative teaching methodology combined with contemporary training equipment.

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hy is martial arts important for children? Every parent wants to feel that their child is confident and safe in their schools, homes and community. The team at Nexus Combined Martial Arts believe it is important for every child and family to grow healthy in self confidence and learn self protection skills. Martial Arts is a great way to help our children learn the valuable life skills of determination and dedication.

Nexus Combined Martial Arts brings martial arts training to the modern era, without losing the core values of Discipline, Respect, Honour, Integrity, Empathy and Self Control. Martial arts training instils confidence and improves focus, increases teamwork skills as well as improving physical fitness. Students continually learn new skills and set new goals - some work their way through the belt ranking system to achieve their black belt and some just want to enjoy a sport.

There is a common misconception that Martial Arts just teaches punching and kicking. While these

skills are a part of the program, the reality is that Martial Arts teaches your child how to peacefully deal with situations and to avoid physical confrontations altogether unless absolutely necessary for self defence.

Nexus teaches students the quickest and most effective ways to deal with bullies and how to avoid potentially volatile situations using situational awareness and conflict resolution skills. By helping children to develop confidence and self respect we are helping them to be more resilient and self assured and this effectively helps them to avoid being an ‘easy target’.

Martial Arts is also a great way to teach your child self control, respect for authority, good listening skills and empathy for others.

Soke Brad Seymour, combines the best of a multitude of Martial Arts to present truly effective techniques.

Soke Brad has trained in various styles of Martial Arts including Karate, Taekwondo, Jiu-Jitsu, Hapkido, Judo, Boxing, Kickboxing and MMA. Nexus is the combination of skills from these varied styles which creates a unique

Also on offer at Nexus is a state of the art boxing ring, gym and fitness facilities. Boxing classes are available for juniors and adults with a highly experienced and qualified Boxing Australia Coach.

Nexus Combined Martial Arts is a family-oriented school and welcomes all members of the family to get involved with age specific classes starting from three years of age up to adults. Nexus offers affordable packages to suit any budget and family discounts are available.

Learning the skills of Martial Arts is the best gift that you can give your child... and most importantly it is heaps of fun.

“Having initially taken our five year old daughter to Nexus in the hope it would improve her confidence as she started school, what resulted is considerably more than we had hoped, having watched her confidence flourish, her discipline and focus improve under the guidance of Brad and his team.

Nexus provides a fun and friendly environment and is much more than just a Martial Arts school, organising family events such as fishing days, the ‘Gladiator Challenge’ and other social activities in addition to the formal classes. We have been made to feel part of the ‘Nexus Family’ from the first day and have made many new friends along the way.”

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The Importance of Desexing your Pet Across Australia, animal shelters and rescue organisations are overflowing with unwanted pets and thousands of cats and dogs are euthanized each month. All Pet owners need to be responsible and do their part for animal welfare by ensuring they don’t contribute to the pet overpopulation by desexing their pet.

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esexing is a surgical procedure performed under general anaesthesia, which prevents sexual and reproductive behaviour and related health and behaviour problems. In males the surgery, called a castration, involves the removal of the testicles. In females the surgery, called a spey, involves the removal of both the ovaries and the uterus.

Did you know?

Desexing your pet can save you money. Cairns Regional Council gives a discounted registration for desexed pets, saving you up to $70 per year.

Desexing can extend the life and health of your pet. In female dogs and cats, desexing prevents the risk of conditions such as Cystic Ovaries, Ovarian Tumours, Uterine Infections, Mammary Tumours (breast cancer) as well as physical and nutritional exhaustion if breeding continually. In males, desexing prevents the risk of conditions such as Prostate Cancer or disorders and Testicular cancer. Desexing male cats reduces territorial fighting, which in turn prevents cat fight abscesses and decreases the risk of exposure to life threatening diseases such as FIV (Feline Immunodeficiency Virus).

Desexing your pet saves you from humiliation.

Desexing reduces inappropriate and embarrassing sexual behaviour such as humping your best mate’s leg! Other unwanted behaviour desexing can help prevent includes wandering, territorial aggression, fighting, dominance, urine marking, howling and yowling.

Desexing your female cat can prevent 420,000 unwanted kittens!

Yes, that’s right, an undesexed seven year old female cat has the potential to generate 420,000 kittens (through the generations her offspring have). Imagine how many kittens an undesexed male cat can potentially be responsible for!

The procedure The best time to desex your pet is between three and six months of age but pets of any age can be desexed.

this drug has taken effect, your pet will be placed on intravenous fluids, to aid hydration, and given a rapid recovery anaesthetic. This anaesthetic agent improves anaesthetic safety and hastens recovery without leaving them groggy or weak. They will then be placed on an anaesthetic machine which delivers oxygen and anaesthetic gas to maintain anaesthesia.

• Your pets will be watched closely during the procedure and monitoring equipment is used to check the heart rate and rhythm, the oxygen levels in the blood, blood pressure and breathing.

• Once the surgery is complete your pet is given pain relief and antibiotics and monitored until they are fully recovered from the anaesthetic.

• Desexing surgery is performed from Monday to Friday and your pet is normally discharged the same day.

• After the procedure your pet should be kept quiet, clean and dry and confined for 10 days until the stitches have been removed.

• Your pet will be thoroughly examined before surgery and given a preanaesthetic injection to make them sleepy, calm and less anxious. Once

For more information about desexing your pet or to make an appointment please call one of our clinics or visit our website at www.cairnsvet.com.au

At our veterinary clinics:

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TROPICAL POOLS There is probably no greater advantage to living in North Queensland than the ability to swim year round! Due to some of our not-sowelcoming wildlife, like crocs and stingers, the allure of our beaches during the hottest time of the year can be somewhat diminished so many homeowners seek a swimming pool as an alternative means to cool off. story Carly Hammersley

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he humble swimming pool has come a long way and there is more choice than ever for families looking to create their own backyard oasis. A well-designed pool can enhance the appearance of your property, add value to your home and enrich your life.

With options limited only by your imagination, space and budget, here is a run-down of the choices available.

and are chemically neutral - meaning you need fewer chemicals to balance water and keep it clear and healthy.

The main limitation of fibreglass is the variety of sizes and shapes that are available and depth limitations.

Chlorine, Salt Water or an Enviro option?

Concrete swimming pool construction is by far the most widely used method of construction in North Queensland, with a wide variety of shapes, depths and features. The versatility of concrete means it can be used to create a pool in even challenging environments - this can include creating suspended or infinity edge pools which have infinite wow factor!

While typically concrete swimming pool construction can take longer, it is considered to be the best method for most backyards as the benefits of functionality and design overshadow the longer building time.

Chlorine in tablet or liquid form has been the traditional choice to keep pools clean. In recent years, Salt-water pools have grown in popularity. Saltwater pools still contain chlorine, as they create their chlorine from the salt in the pool by using a device called a chlorine generator. This means pool owners avoid handling and storing chlorine products themselves.

For those families wishing to avoid chemicals entirely, there are new systems coming onto the market all the time like the Mineral Pool - which is thought to have therapeutic and health benefits, the EcoSplash which is a natural water purification system developed especially for Tropical pools and Bioniser systems - which replace saltwater systems and use natural mineral ions to purify pool water.

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Pool Shapes and Sizes

Fibreglass pools offer the convenience of no-fuss installation with a high-class end product. Your pool arrives ready to install, with prior site preparation meaning the pool can be completed in only one to two weeks (weather permitting!) Fibreglass pools look good, are easy to clean, are strong and durable, have a smooth surface which parents of small children can prefer

If working with concrete, the size and shape of the pool you choose is dependent only on your budget and imagination. Concrete pools can even be integrated with the design of your home so they look like they are meant to be there and become a part of the design, rather than an ‘add-on’.

If considering fibreglass, the variety of shapes and depths available is

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growing all the time with the very popular lap-pool and kidney shape pools leading the way.

Ultimately, if you are working with a quality pool designer or architect, the sky's the limit as to what you can achieve.

Pool Safety and Legislation All pools in Queensland must be registered on the State Government’s Pool Safety Register and must be fenced and maintained in accordance with the Queensland Development Code. While owning a pool is a luxury, it should be remembered it also comes with a responsibility to ensure the safety of your own family and anyone else who may use it or have access to your home. For more information on Pool Safety laws visit: www.hpw.qld.gov.au

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Amanda said that the positive response from customers just kept coming, with many finding it very difficult to swim in a regular pool after experiencing a MagnaPool including herself.

T The new phenomenon in swimming There’s a revolution taking place in the backyards of Australia and it’s turning the humble swimming pool into an experience worthy of a day spa. Mineral bathing has long been used to treat physical ailments, soothe skin conditions, and relax and rejuvenate the body but now it is available for your own swimming pool!

ourists travel across the world to bathe in the Dead Sea for its therapeutic benefits. The MagnaPool’s system’s water has similar benefits to bathing in The Dead Sea due to its high mineral content, without the side effects of salt, which can cause dry and irritated skin and the need to shower off after bathing.

While the Dead Sea has become a major destination for health research and treatment of people suffering from respiratory problems and skin conditions such as psoriasis, eczema, and dermatitis, owning a mineral water MagnaPool is like having your own health retreat and mineral bathing destination in your own home!

Amanda Spelta General Manager of Placid Pools said around 95 per cent of her customers are now choosing MagnaPools - just from word of mouth.

“It is the latest technology in pool industry. A bit like owning a BluRay player with your old salt system being more like owning a VCR!”

“Personally I have become a pool snob since swimming in MagnaPool too. It is very hard to swim in salt chlorinated pools as you can just feel and smell the difference in the structure of the water. The MagnaPool even has the feeling like there are no chemicals - even though there still remains a percentage in the water.

Magnesium is a natural flocculant as well so the water has an extra sparkle to it that just looks stunning as well!”

Amanda said the best option is to choose a MagnaPool when constructing a new pool - as the system only adds around $1200$1500 to the overall cost of a new swimming pool. However retrofitting kits are also available and many customers are switching their pools over with this option after experiencing a MagnaPool for themselves.

Once you have built your MagnaPool, maintenance is also simple and cost effective. Pool water only needs to be topped up with MagnaPool Minerals to keep the pool operating to its optimal standards. The Magnesium Chloride found in MagnaPool minerals are derived from the ocean, with this form of magnesium having significant beneficial properties to assist internal health as well as relax the mind and body.

From the very first time you jump into a MagnaPool™ you can feel the difference – The water has a gentle, silky feeling on your skin. There is little or no irritation to your eyes. Your hair won’t need washing to get out that chlorine smell or sticky salt feeling associated with chlorine and saltwater pools. For this reason the MagnaPool is also fantastic for families and especially young children. Many dedicated swim schools are now making the switch as they have found the MagnaPool to be so much gentler than traditional salt chlorinated pools on young skin and sensitive eyes.

For more information about MagnaPool contact Placid Pools on 4038 8500 or visit their website at placidpools.com.au

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GREEN THUMB: Cairns Regional Council’s sustainable living program.

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Solar Savings We all know that switching to a solar hot water system is the best choice for the environment, but did you know that it can also save you a considerable amount over the years? The average family of four switching from an electric system could expect savings of around $640 per year on their hot water bill.

For a family of six, this would increase to around $860 per year.

Keeping cool over the long hot summer STORY Sophie Barrett –Coordinator Sustainability, Cairns Regional Council

It is summer time in the tropics and the heat is on. At our place it’s the time of year when the lure of air-conditioned comfort is hard to resist, even though we know it’ll put our electricity bill through the roof. But what else can you do when the humidity is over ninety per cent for days on end and you’ve already exhausted cool activities like a swim at the Lagoon, a splash at Muddies and a picnic at a shady swimming hole?

Council’s Cool Homes – Smart design for the Tropics guide is a great place to look to find out more about how you can keep out the heat and invite the breeze and address problem areas in your home. It is available for download at www.cairns.qld.gov.au/buildings.

Here are our top five tips for staying cool this summer, so you can ‘keep your cool’ when the electricity bill arrives: 1. Use fans in combination with your air-con and then set the temperature to 25 degrees. Every degree lower adds 10% to your running costs.

2. Keep your air conditioner in peak condition by cleaning the filters regularly.

3. Open your doors and windows at night to release the heat that has built up during the day. Cool the kid’s rooms using the air conditioning and switch it off after they go to bed or use the sleep function on the unit.

4. Minimise the space you need to cool by closing internal doors or hanging doorway curtains. A smaller space to cool means the air conditioner doesn’t have to work as hard, which saves you money.

5. Install external shading to shade windows or concrete block walls that get direct sunlight. You can plant trees, tint your windows or even put up a shade sail. Sunshine striking 1m2 of glass creates the same amount of heat as a 500 watt bar heater.

6. Want to find out more about where your $$ are going? Visit your local library and borrow a Home Energy Audit kit. Council have eight kits available.

If you would like to share your own tips for keeping out the heat you can post your comments on the Save Energy discussion board on Council’s Green Thumb website. Just search for Cairns Green Thumb and follow the links.

CMD Solar hot water systems are designed and manufactured locally for both domestic and small commercial requirements in Australian conditions.

They are a great long term investment and provide efficient, cost-effective hot water and reduced environmental impact.

For more information 1300 853 392 or visit cmdsolar.com.au

Why build in timber composite?

STORY Rachel Whymark of Kenick Constructions We often get asked why we love timber composite construction so much. It’s not that we don’t use blockwork, we do, and in some cases it is the best material to use, but generally, for the main house, we prefer a well-insulated timber composite.

Why? Well among the reasons are: 1. Timber (from accredited sources) is a renewable resource.

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A well-insulated timber frame wall does not readily absorb the heat and radiate it back into the house like blockwork can (if not shaded or treated with heat reflective paint).

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We can achieve lots of different facade options and styles by using different cladding materials.

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You can reduce your home’s ‘footprint’ on your block, particularly important if you have a smaller block, or a narrow one.

Along with other passive design principles (such as good airflow) timber composite construction will help keep your home naturally cool, which should equate to lower electricity bills.

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A NEW YEAR OF FUN AT CAZALYS

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If you had to think of the best way to celebrate Australia Day than a meat pie challenge would have to rank up there. The Great Cazalys Meat Pie Challenge will run from 10am to 2pm on Australia Day with kids activities, live entertainment and of course, $1,500 in prize money for the champion!

Cazalys will be one of the must visit spots to bring in 2015, with the new refurbished Barassis Restaurant putting a whole new spin on Club dining - it is big and it is open and the food is amazing!

From its open plan kitchen to spacious, well planned dining area and large, impressive supervised Kids Club House, Barassis really impresses with its family friendly atmosphere and very welcoming, helpful staff.

The Kids Club House is air conditioned and closed off and during supervised hours children cannot leave the room without mum and dad receiving a beeper page from the staff - great piece of mind for parents and allows you to sit back, relax and enjoy a meal out. This area is a specially created environment just for kids and it has more than enough to keep kids from ages 4 - 12 years totally entertained - indoor playground, non-stop DVDs, Just Dance 4, console games, Lego, colouring, craft and activities led by the staff. During supervised times there is a $2 fee per child which is donated to a local charity. Cazalys is currently supporting the FNQ Hospital Fund Paediatric Unit.

Once you have the kids settled in, prepare yourself for the serving of some wonderful meal choices with an abundant selection of gluten free and vegetarian options.

As well as a new Carvery available Wednesday to Sunday ($15 per adult and $5 per child members prices), Tuesday nights offer a Summertime Buffet, or you can enjoy a wonderful selection of entrees, mains and kids meals (all $8 including free dessert) from the a la carte menu. The kids menu is full of great options with the usual favourites as well as Steak and Chicken Breast from the grill plus Calamari as well as Caesar Salad and Nuggets.

Whether you'd like a quick, simple meal from the Carvery or you want to settle in for a little longer and enjoy something more specific from the menu, Cazalys is definitely worth a visit.

Bookings are recommended to ensure you are able to get a table. High chairs are available and need to be requested at the time of booking.

Cazalys is located at 344 Mulgrave Rd, Westcourt. Bookings can be made on 4054 1464.

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LISTEN Listen to your local radio station for information and updates of developing cyclones.

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PACK Prepare an emergency kit containing: A portable battery radio, torch and spare batteries Water containers, dried or canned food and a can opener; Matches, fuel lamp, portable stove, cooking gear, eating utensils; and A first aid kit and manual, masking tape for windows and waterproof bag

EMERGENCY NUMBERS For information BEFORE a cyclone 4044 3044 For information DURING a cyclone 4044 3377

• Torch & spare batteries • Non-perishable food Enough for three to four days

Police / Ambulance / Fire: 000

• Medication (if any is needed)

State Emergency Service (SES):13 25 00

• Toiletry & sanitary supplies

• ABC Cairns 801 AM, 106.7 & 95.5 FM

• Special need items For infants, the elderly and people with disabilities

Ergon Energy: 13 22 96

• ABC Cairns - 639 AM, 90.1 FM (Mossman & Port Douglas)

• Pet food Any other animal needs

Department of Main Roads: 13 19 40

• Zinc - 102.7 FM

• Money (in CASH as ATMs may not be available)

• Hot FM- 103.5 FM • Sea FM- 99.5 FM • 4AM Port Douglas- 1422 AM

• Personal identification

• Port Douglas FM -90.9 FM

Important documents in a waterproof container

• Community -89.1 FM

• Fuel for generators

• Bumma Bippera Media -98.7 FM

• Bottled water

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