Qld Guides | Flagstone - December 2021

STEP INTO BETTER HEALTH

s one of QLD’s fastest-growing communities, Flagstone is flourishing as it continues to transform

There are plenty of activities and things to do for people and families to enjoy; including markets, sporting clubs and groups as well as community events like Saturdaze Big Night Out, there is something for everyone.

As more and more land is sold and developed, the Flagstone community is rapidly continuing to grow. With work being done to accommodate the expanding population including key infrastructure projects within and outside the community to improve access and to facilitate the perfect lifestyle for families.

Projects like the New Beith Road, which will substantially reduce travel time between Flagstone and Springfield by providing an important connection to the Springfield Greenbank arterial. These projects will improve access to Flagstone and help foster community growth opportunities where businesses can prosper.

As the Flagstone community expands, the need for small businesses increases; particularly those professionals from the allied health services. Professionals like David from Flagstone Podiatry, who recognise the fantastic opportunity Flagstone presented and has taken advantage of what it has to offer; recently opened their practice in the area.

How and why did you open in Flagstone?

We chose to open our podiatry clinic in Flagstone because we recognised the need for more allied health services in the local area. We want to serve the local community by offering high-quality podiatry care to achieve a superior outcome for our patients.

How long have you been open?

We opened our brand-new purpose-built clinic in October 2021.

Do you have any specialities in podiatry?

I have a special interest in custom orthotics, ingrown toenails and children’s podiatry. I have previously worked in private practice on the Gold

Coast, as well as community podiatry across Brisbane, Ipswich, the Gold Coast and northern New South Wales.

When should someone consult a Podiatrist?

Podiatrists are the experts in foot and lower limb health. They are university trained health professionals who are able to investigate, diagnose and treat conditions affecting the feet, ankles, knees and hips.

What are some conditions podiatrists can treat?

Common conditions include heel or arch pain, knee and ankle pain or ingrown toenails. We can treat all types of feet, from kids’ feet to the elderly and anything in between!

What can people expect when they come?

We look forward to welcoming all patients with a smile and offering a professional, unique and personable experience. We can’t wait to meet you!

For more information about Flagstone Podiatry and their services, visit their website https://flagstonepodiatry.com.au/ or contact them on 07 5518 9632.

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HOW TO KEEP KIDS ENGAGED OVER THE HOLIDAY BREAK

Summer break: that time when kids are finally free of classroom instruction and mounds of homework to do and are left with pretty much nothing while they’re home for a couple of weeks.

Of course, this year thanks to the pandemic, millions of children are already home— experiencing home learning for the first time. And though parents might be tempted to sit kids down with daily math problems and reading exercises to keep their brains stimulated, may not be the best approach over the break.

Using summer break as a frantic opportunity to catch up with your own child likely isn’t going to increase any test scores. But by spending quality time with their children and letting them learn through experiences, parents can help kids keep their brains engaged—and that will help make sure they’re ready to continue learning once they return to school in January.

Need some ideas to get started? Check out these fun activities to keep your child’s brain engaged over the summer break.

Teach observation skills through adventure

Spending time outdoors is an excellent way to stimulate kids’ brains. While exploring,

encourage kids to look out for animals as well as sticks, leaves, and other materials, then imagine what crafts they could use them for at home.

Teach math and science through cooking

Parents can encourage kids to use measuring cups and ask them to double, quadruple or halve recipes. Parents can also talk about how various ingredients, like yeast, affect food. That’s what cooking is, using science to create something delicious.

Teach collaboration through games

Focus on games and challenges that require the family to work together: complex jigsaw puzzles, or even charades. When you have to work together, it brings out the best in everyone. You see people helping each other instead of putting each other down or being so competitive.

There’s so much learning that can go on that you can sneak in—the kids just won’t know.

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2022 Horoscope

Forecast for what's ahead

Aquarius

(Jan. 20 - Feb.18)

2022 will provide you with a great sigh of relief. Life will soon be back on track, this year presents you with a platter full of positive energies, rich possibilities, and prospective opportunities. Expect a strong influence of improvement on both personal and professional front. All your hard work will start paying off, giving you enough time to indulge in pleasure and leisure, as well. A stretch of good luck can be foreseen in all aspects of life, be it work, money or fame. Your assets look to increase quickly, offering you a chance to invest in real estate, though you need to be cautious while investing in any new channel.

Pisces

(Feb.19 - Mar. 20)

Positive energies will rule your life throughout this new year. You’ll feel pumped up, as plenty of action and new ventures are in-store for you. Sufficient support will be provided by your family if you are planning to invest a large sum of your savings. Keep yourself both mentally and physically healthy. Your peaceful mind might take a toll with a misunderstanding with someone close. Plans to invest in real estate in your name may be risky.

Sagittarius

(Nov. 22 -Dec. 21)

A blend of positive and negative experiences is on the cards of a Sagittarius for the year 2022. Stresses and tensions will pass over with a positive outlook and composed mind. Maximum support will flow in from near and dear ones. Foreign trips will prove to be highly beneficial. Health-related concerns are predicted, but you are capable of coping up with a wellbalanced diet and proper fitness schedule. 2022 will be a promising period for investing in real estate.

Aries (Mar. 21 -

Apr.19)

In 2022, you will travel for pleasure and get the freedom to explore unknown territory and probably bump into new opportunities and possibilities. This may help you enhance your health and long-lasting illnesses should come to an end during the latter half of the year.

Financially, there will be ups and downs. Family matters will be stable and carry on smoothly. Through the year you may find great gains in property and business. Especially, in terms of investment, there might be better odds for wealth creation. Overall, 2022 is a time of realization about money and peacemaking in life.

Taurus

(Apr. 20 - May 20)

There could be a need to understand and work hard in order to share a genuine rapport with your loved ones. This is likely to be frustrating because of numerous questions and contrary opinions. 2022 is not a great time to travel but a few trips might be arranged. Make your ideas clear, be bold and take the initiative. Financial operations may show uphill progress. Sincere efforts and immense concentration is required to deal with professional matters. You may drift into a mode of profound thankfulness. The most important thing is to strike a balance between work and play.

Gemini (May 21 - Jun. 20)

Success is on its way however proper planning is essential. A happy influence from every direction of life will make you more energetic and determined. Your desire is to have a free and fruitful life and you will take all efforts to make it possible. SUCCESS is your mantra in 2022 and your financial horizons will expand to make you feel powerful and much sought after. Luck will favour you, but you need to keep yourself away from negative thoughts.

Cancer (Jun. 21 - Jul. 22)

2022 presents you a year full of luck, success, and delights. While you’ve been struggling for the previous years, your efforts will start producing results, from now. Expect a high-spirited lifestyle on the health cards. Be sure to follow a balanced diet and practice a regular exercise regime. On the professional front, a series of new contacts will develop, that’ll help you climb the ladder of success.

Leo (Jul. 23-Aug. 22)

A prospective year to try your experiments is in line. More so, these trials and errors will prove fruitful and add spark to your life. Powers of creativity and imagination will be showered upon you. Health will be excellent around the year, both physically and mentally. By following a proper and healthy diet, you’ll stay energized and on the go. With a positive outlook, your well-being will further be boosted.

Virgo (Aug. 23 - Sept. 22)

All aspects of life will see better performance from your end, compared to the preceding years. Plenty of good news is in-store for Virgos. You’ll finally comprehend the connection between a healthy body and a healthy mind. Fresh air can be inhaled by those suffering from blood pressure, diabetes, or high cholesterol as you are on the road to recovery. Uninvited guests are likely to visit you and stay for a longer time than expected testing your patience. Meeting with a powerful individual, around August or September, will support you in the future.

Libra (Sept. 23 - Oct. 22)

Incredible ideas, new contacts and concrete decisions see a significant place throughout 2022. A fruitful year with plenty of blossoming projects and realizing objectives is likely to keep you on your toes. Investments in real estate during March and October could yield maximum returns.

Scorpio (Oct. 23 - Nov. 21)

The year 2022 is expected to bring pleasure and self-contemplation. All aspects of life are likely to proceed smoothly, with special emphasis on relationships and careers. Give immediate attention to a prevailing minor skin problem, else it is likely to worsen. Kids are likely to give you good news in the month of March. Celebrations are in the pipeline as a housewarming is expected in the second half of the year. Not very satisfying results are foreseen with business or professional visits made in the first quarter. Investing in a property during the months of March, June and October should yield moderate returns.

Capricorn (Dec. 21 - Jan. 20)

The year 2022 offers you a promising and smooth life ahead, provided you leave all the tensions and stresses aside. They haven’t benefitted you in the previous year; nor will they do in the upcoming one. For a more compelling and relaxing life, keep yourself free from any kind of tensions and worries. You’ll be given extra attention from family and close ones. The first half of the year may not be very fulfilling, it may be best to postpone your property deals to the second half for better returns.

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Recipe The Perfect Prime Rib

Prime rib, also referred to as standing rib roast, is a beautiful piece of meat. Whenever we need a truly show-stopping holiday roast, we turn to it. A well-cooked prime rib is juicy, full of flavor, and not at all difficult to make.

Do I not need to season it with more than salt and pepper?!

Prime rib is such a fancy cut of meat that you don’t need to do pretty much anything to it to make it taste delicious. But when we say season with salt and pepper, we mean it: You should be blanketing the meat with a thin layer of salt.

Instructions

1. Remove rib roast from packaging and place in a roasting pan. Let come to room temperature about 30 minutes. Preheat oven to 230ºC350.

2. Generously cover all sides of rib roast with salt and pepper. Place roast in a roasting pan fat-side up. Arrange half the rosemary in the bottom of the pan around the roast.

3. Roast 30 minutes, then reduce heat to 180ºC and cook 1 hour 30 minutes more for medium rare. (time will defer depending on size).

4. Remove roast from oven, cover with foil, and let rest 20 minutes.

5. To serve, slice along ribs to remove them, then separate each rib and put them aside. Slice the roast crossways against the grain. Serve on a platter with the ribs and remaining half fresh rosemary.

Ingredients

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