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pg 18 From the team This month Sydney Ob- server chatted to the upcoming north shore band Because They Can (p.18), and moun- pg 17 tain climber Annie Doyle (p.45) who made it to the summit of Antarctica’s tallest mountain, Mount Vinson, in January. If On the Cover you’re considering giving up on Annie’s drive and zest for life Because They Can...... 18 New Year fitness resolutions...... 34 willthat makeNew Year’syou think fitness twice. regime, The start of February ABC’s of back to school...... 20 An Australian on top of the world ...... 45 marks the start of a new school Ku-ring-gai volunteers...... 30 year. Shoes have been polished and bags packed to the brim with new stationery. Now it’s Local news 8-14 Lifestyle 30 - 45 Opinions - ...... 8 - time to wave the kids off on LIbrary renovations - ...... 11 Seniors Corner • Wellbeing • Home & Garden cult time for parents, but our backtheir first to schoolday. It can guide be a (p.20) diffi Local Environment plans - ...... 14 Travel • Food & Wine should help parents and students at this busy time of year. On the agenda 16-17 retirement regulations-...... 32 Enjoy the magazine and tell us what you think! gluten-free diets- ...... 16 becoming a jogger - ...... 36 education 20-27 Declutter your home - ...... 38 masterchef in roseville- ...... 42 from the student- ...... 21 Ergonomics for kids - ...... 22 weekend getaways -...... 44 dance 28 dancing over traditional sport -...... 28 What’s On & giveaways 48-49

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by Steve Russell* by the law and dispose of their waste ap- destructive minority will one day gain propriately, the rest of us instantly lose the maturity to join our society proper- We’ve all had the misfortune of see- ly, but right now I would rather focus on ing it. You’ll be walking along a foot- “They clearly don’t all those people who do the right thing. You are already careful with your own having to sidestep piles – sometimes care how their waste and I thank you for that. mountainspath and suddenly – of household you find waste yourself that’s neighbourhood looks, Now I’d like you to shoulder one ex- been carelessly dumped next to the tra obligation and keep an eye out for street. Lounges, fridges and even bags nor give any thought to anybody who is illegally dumping, then of disposable waste that could easi- how the rest of us report it to your local council (Hornsby ly have been placed in a bin, all turn- might feel...” Shire Council’s waste hotline number is ing our beautiful streetscape into an 9847 4865, for instance). unhygienic eyesore. It’s been proven time and again our right to live in a street that is free that the dumpers will not respond who do this is hard to fathom. They clearly of other people’s junk. When somebody to appeals to reason or compassion, don’tThe care sheer how their selfishness neighbourhood of the people looks, takes the lazy way out and dumps their so let’s see if we can curb their self- nor give any thought to how the rest of us Christmas tree, they can do severe dam- ish destructiveness through the fear of might feel about the matter. age to the local ecosystem and rob the being caught. The open, democratic society we rest of us enjoying the great natural gifts live in comes with both rights and ob- that exist in this part of the world. ligations for all citizens. You can’t have It may seem like this column is go- * Steve Russell is the Mayor of Hornsby one without the other. When a person ing to become an appeal to the dumpers Shire. He has lived in and around the does not meet their obligation to abide to change their ways. It is not. I hope this Hornsby area for over 30 years. economics and electricity

by Jonathan O’Dea* ty and affordability. Policy should be duplicate this role, nor be further in- based on principles of open markets, volved in the commercial supply or As Chair of the NSW Parliament’s transparency, consistency and eco- subsidy of particular forms of electric- Public Accounts Committee, I recent- nomic efficiency to provide competi- ity generation, as this interferes with ly tabled a report on the Economics tive outcomes in the interests of NSW competition and distorts the market, of Energy Generation. This has be- consumers as well as a positive climate including for renewable energy. come increasingly relevant as peo- for investment and economic growth. However, the NSW government ple continue to receive expensive As a community we need to focus does have a role in promoting and en- electricity bills. more on demand management. Sensi- couraging greater innovation, research Ironically, the price paid for whole- bly reducing peak and total demand and development relating to energy sale electricity generation has fallen in will reduce costs to consumers and the solutions, including energy storage. recent years and now represents on- environment. There is real value in promoting diver- ly 25 per cent of the retail price. The The NSW Government needs to sity of energy sources and options as ‘poles and wires’ component repre- oversee consistent and fair regulation technologies continue to emerge and sents 50 per cent of the overall price, relating to areas such as planning and develop. This should contribute to a while electricity retailers contribute a safety, but should not provide prefer- more secure energy future for us all. further 10 per cent, and the carbon tax ential treatment to particular energy

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a time limit. Drive safe, - ping illegally. Mr Lott said: “Unfortunately we get a lot of parents drop- The most common offences in school zones are speeding and stop feature, yet parents persist in stopping to let kids out.” park smart ping their kids off in the stopping zones. They are an important safety To police the area high visibility and unmarked cars, as well as of- by Rose Moloney starts up. So even a quick illegal stop or check of the mobile will Police in the Ku-ring-gai Local Area Command will be actively tar- ficersbe noticed. with hand-held radars will patrol school zones when school

- What are the consequences? geting traffic offenders in school zones as the new term starts. Highway- Use of mobile phone: 4 points ing,patrol mobile and general phones, duties illegal officers parking will and be people tasked not to patrolwearing the seatbelts. streets sur Seat belts: 3 points roundingKu-ring-gai all schools police in theinspector, area. Officers Col Lott will said be on it’s the highly lookout likely for speedthat a Illegally parking: 2 points lot of parents are not aware that drivers parking illegally in school Speeding: 2 – 7 points (depending on speed) These penalties are for people on a full licence. Penalties are more should think twice before they go to stop in a bus zone, or overstay severe on a provisional licence. zones lose two demerit points as well as incurring a fine. So drivers Budding young artists North Shore

Alex Rench, 12, undertook the two-day art workshop happiness abounds at the Ku-ring-gai Art Centre over the school holidays. He New research has revealed people living spent his time in class working on an installation Tree of in Sydney’s northern suburbs are on average Crime. He painted a tree branch and rocks in shades of happier than those living in other areas. Eighty black and yellow, and photographed them outside in per cent of people on the north shore said they the park. were happy, as opposed to just 69 per cent of Alex said: “I wanted to make something that used people in Sydney’s west. natural elements, so I used the rocks and trees.” His Research from the UMR-McKell Institute addition of the ‘Do Not Cross’ sign to the artwork, was Sydney Confidence Monitor has revealed that “spontaneous”. All of the students’ artworks will be on of those living in the north, 17 per cent feel show at the Ku-ring-gai Art Centre until February 8. unhappy, as opposed to the 27 per cent of those living in the west. The research also showed that More Information Sydney as a whole is less happy than those living Where: Ku-ring-gai Art Centre, 3 Recreation in other parts of NSW. Its NET happiness score Avenue, Roseville (Bancroft Park) was +56 per cent, while the rest of NSW scored Contact: Judy Harris 02 9424 0310 +72 per cent.

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by Kate Lilly from Australian bush band, ‘The Murrumbidg- ee Rattlers’. For 74 new Australians, Australia Day 2013 countries, including France, Mozambique and Under the rotunda at Wahroonga Park, NewThe Zealand. new citizens hailed from 15 different theywas ajoined day of the particular ranks of significance. over 3700 people who Ceremonies like this are held in Ku-ring- became citizens on January 26, in 115 local cer- gai every month, welcoming many people from emonies across the state. overseas who are now long-time residents of Shires Association President Ray Donald Australia. As part of the ceremony, each partici- said Australia Day ceremonies are special, fall- Barry O’Farrell, Elaine Malicki, Lorrae pant is given an Australian native plant for their ing on a day that celebrates “all it means to be Desmond, Paul Fletcher, John Collins (Left garden. A spokesperson for Ku-ring-gai Council an Australian”. to right) said the gesture is about welcoming new Aus- “There’s a certain amount of ownership want to become Australian citizens.” tralians in a practical way. with a country and when you become a citizen, At Wahroonga, the day’s events included “A lot of these people have lived in Ku-ring- you share in all the aspects of it – the Australian an address from NSW Premier and State Mem- gai for a long time.” culture and lifestyle, safety, law and order and ber for Ku-ring-gai Barry O’Farrell and Austral- “It’s more about if this is a decision they all the things that we cherish,” he said. ia Day Ambassador Lorrae Desmond MBE. wish to make, welcoming that decision and we “I think we have special things in this do it in a practical way – like the plants, infor- country that other people want to live with and reading and history of Australia Day by the Ro- mation about the council and where they can share and they just formalise that when they tary There Club of was Wahroonga, also a flag and raising, a performance a poetry

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by Rose Moloney to Australia to start her commerce degree in 2014. While the majority of her peers tap The 80 year old tall ship belongs to the away on keyboards in university lecture Danish government. It’s 77 metres long, with halls, Chloe Jensen will be doing something 1632 square metres of sail, making it rem- a little out of the ordinary in 2013. After iniscent of something Captain Cook might graduating from Arden Anglican School at the have sailed. end of last year, she deferred her university Chloe says during the trip she will work place at Wollongong in order to undertake a on developing navigational and marine skills four-month voyage across Europe. and hopes to “connect with the large group of Chloe Jensen is setting off on an Chloe will be skipping the trains, buses young people that have similar interests ”. adventure of a lifetime. and planes that attract most travellers, as she Although cruising across the Atlan- has instead chosen to set sail on a traditional tic Ocean sounds like paradise, it won’t splicing ropes. Danish tall ship with 80 other young people, be all fun and games. Chloe says she was When asked if life on the high seas might for what she describes as a “once in a life time” told during the application process that - opportunity. life on the ship is “very strict”. The crew ia, Chloe assured Sydney Observer that it From July 9 to October 7 the ship, Sko- will be expected to be up and out of their won’t.put her off “I’m coming really back excited to study to in doAustral my lesskibet, will sail around Europe through hammocks at 6am every morning. They course, but I think this year is the right Sweden, France, Tenerife and Portugal. The will spend their days doing chores and taking - classes covering all aspects of sailing, from ish uni I would be too old as 21 is the spend a month studying before returning navigation techniques to repairing sails and time for me to do the trip. When I fin trip will finish in Denmark where Chloe will cut-off age.” New Local Environment Plans

by Adam Lennard Local Environment Plan (Local Centres) special character, biodiversity and heritage 2012 will “update and rationalise planning of our community” and ‘’provide certainty The Ku-ring-gai Council announced controls for Ku-ring-gai’s town centres, pro- and stability’’ to the general public. on January 25 that a new Local Environ- vide for additional housing and jobs, and im- Meetings, workshops and online discus- ment Plan has been approved by the Min- plement the recommendations of Council’s sion forums were held, allowing local com- ister of Planning and Infrastructure, Sam strategic work”. The new plan replaces all munity interest groups, landowners, devel- - the current planning controls in the Ku-ring- opers and stakeholders to voice their opin- ary 8. The new plans aim to enhance the gai Planning Scheme Ordinance, but only ions and ideas on the new Local Environ- senseHaddad, of and community will be throughout finalised on the Febru Ku- ment Plan. Mrs Leafe said that while the ring-gai area by focusing on the develop- new plans “can’t please 100 per cent of the ment of six local centres, yet retaining Ku- Pymble,within boundaries Roseville, Stspecified Ives and by Turramurra. the Council community, we now have sound local cen- ring-gai’s environmental, aesthetic and Thein the original six local Ku-ring-gai centres of Gordon, Planning Lindfield, Scheme tre plans and can start building modern de- heritage listings. Ordinance will continue to operate outside velopment that will help revitalise our key “The new plans are truly a milestone in of these boundaries until the comprehen- centres for now and into the future”. May- Ku-ring-gai’s history,” said the Mayor of Ku- sive LEP for Ku-ring-gai is introduced to- or Malicki said, “I am very pleased with the ring-gai, Elaine Malicki. She has congratu- wards the end of the year. outcome, and everyone involved in the new

February 2013 February - Virginia Leafe, a representative for the - | ter in many years to approve a Local Envi- Ku-ring-gai Council described the new plan ulated on an extraordinary job.” ronmentlated Mr. PlanHaddad implemented for being theby the first Council, Minis as “modern and up-to-date’’ and said that plans,The especially Ku-ring-gai the staff, Local should Environment be congrat as opposed to a planning panel appointed by it attempts to “balance the competing de- Plan (Local Centres) 2012 can be viewed the State Government. mands for more development and density in in full on the Ku-ring-gai Council website: The Minister said that the Ku-ring-gai our local centres with the protection of the www.kmc.nsw.gov.au Sydney Ob s erver Schmidt Full Page_21x27 Sydney Observer 5/9/12 12:02 PM Page 1

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by Miranda Middleton out being properly diagnosed as coeliac or to thinking that a gluten-free brownie is any gluten-intolerant. “People in the popular better for them than a normal brownie, but Feeling bloated? It’s probably that - nevertheless a gluten-free diet has the po- sandwich you ate. Are you tired all the tional knowledge have got hold of the idea tential to be very nutritious. “It comes down time? Gluten makes you sluggish. Can’t lose thatpress gluten-freeand fitness meansgurus with healthy, limited but nutri that to choice of product,” said Ms O’Sullivan. weight? Try a gluten-free diet! Gluten has be- isn’t always the case,” she said. Without glu- “Sure, lots of packaged gluten-free foods are come the scapegoat for a number of health ten to bind food together, many food man- high in sugar and starches, but if you stick to problems in recent years, leading more and ufacturers make their products tastier with ancient grains like brown rice, quinoa, mil- more people to eliminate it from their diets. more fat, sugar and salt. “We can also end up let and buckwheat, you can’t go wrong.” But is gluten really as bad as it’s been made with people who are seriously nutrient-de- Ms Stuart-Smith recommends that peo- out to be? Or could you be doing more harm prived,” said Ms Stuart-Smith. “By taking out ple who have been properly diagnosed as than good by ‘going against the grain’? - coeliac or gluten-intolerant should seek mins and minerals.” help from a dietitian to design a balanced, “Without gluten wheatA studypeople published lose an awful in the lot Journal of fibre, of vita Hu- nutritionally-sound diet, and follow these to bind food man Nutrition and Dietetics examined the guidelines: together, many food manufacturers make their products tastier with more fat, sugar and salt.”

The gluten-free diet was initially pre-

is people whose small intestines become scribed to sufferers of coeliac disease, that- ten (a protein found in wheat, rye, bar- ley,inflamed triticale, and spelt damaged and oftenupon oatsingesting by cross- glu contamination). This genetic disease af- fects at least 1 in 100 Australians, yet Coe- liac Australia estimates that up to 20 per cent of Australians are following a gluten- ‘Gluten-Free’ doesn’t necessarily mean ‘healthy’. free diet, under the belief that it will cure a range of symptoms, from gut discomfort prevalence of nutritional inadequacies in 1. Find good substitutes for the foods to eczema. people following a gluten-free diet. It came you are cutting out- rice, quinoa, corn, mil- - as no surprise that thiamin was a common let and amaranth are all great choices stipation or other digestive issues, they’ll get and most are also low GI, better for your allergy“If peopletested andare quitesuffering often bloating the root orof conthe - blood glucose. problem is gluten or dairy,” said naturopath deficiency, because it is only mandatory- 2. - Victoria O’Sullivan, one of the many health in Australia to fortify wheat flour with thi- grains of any type are a good choice. Seeds, professionals diagnosing people as ‘gluten- breamin, intake not thewas typesalso common, of flours since used the in glu- such as Aimlinseed for and high-fibre sesame choices-can also be whole add- intolerant’, although they’re not coeliac. She ten-free breads grains and of maizecereals. and Inadequate white rice fi believes that whether we know it or not, the - majority of us lack the digestive enzymes to of white, gluten-free bread contains 3.3 bresure.ed to your foods for additional fibre, as are lower in fibre than wheat. While a loaf can supplements such as benefiber and fi February 2013 February digest gluten properly, and should avoid it 3. Include foods from all the food | when possible. typically contain between 4.8 and 7.8 g groups- protein, carbs, good fats, fruits and Yet dietitian and lecturer in nutrition gper of 100g. fibre per 100 g, wheat-based breads vegetables are all important for all-round and metabolism at the University of Sydney, But a gluten-free diet cannot be labelled healthy eating, each adding important nu- Ms Wendy Stuart-Smith, stresses that peo- as either unhealthy or healthy, according to trients to your diet. Moderation in all things ple shouldn’t adopt a gluten-free diet with- Ms O’Sullivan. People shouldn’t be tricked in- is a great basis on which to build a diet. Sydney Ob s erver On the agenda 17 Gluten-Free Banana Bread by Teresa Cutter 3. Add the almond meal and flaxseed Ingredients: and mix well. Teresa Cutter is - 300 g smashed ripe banana 4. Lightly oil one loaf tin and coat liber- tionist. She keeps her food as pure and natural 3 free range / organic eggs a qualified chef and nutri ally with extra almond meal or des- as possible, helping people on a gluten-free di- 60 g raw honey or maple syrup iccated coconut – this will prevent et to maximise their intake of nutritious grains, 1 tsp vanilla extract the cake from sticking. The size I used nuts, seeds, fruits and vegetables. 60 g macadamia nut oil or cold was: 10 1/2 cm wide and 26 cm long. What’s good about it: pressed olive oil 5. Spoon batter into the tin. I love to dec- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon orate the top of my banana bread source of potassium, an essential mineral for 1/2 tsp bicarbonate soda Bananas are a terrific energy food and a great before baking with sliced banana or maintaining normal blood pressure and heart 1 tbsp lemon juice a handful of chopped walnuts and a function. They add moisture and sweetness 200 g almond meal sprinkle of cinnamon. which means you can reduce the amount of 25 g ground flaxseed/chia seed 6. Bake for 45 minutes to 1 hour (a skew- sweetener and oil considerably. Almonds are er inserted into the centre should packed full of protein and heart healthy fats. Method: come out dry). Cover the top with foil This makes a nice change from typical store- 1. Preheat your oven to 160 C. if over-browning. bought and café-style banana breads that are 2. Combine smashed banana, honey, 7. Remove from the oven and allow to oil, cinnamon, vanilla, eggs, bicarbo- cool before turning out the loaf. and saturated fats. I love using macadamia nut nate soda and lemon (the lemon ac- generally high in refined white flour, sugar For more delicious gluten-free dishes vis- oil when baking, it’s a delicious source of mo- tivates the bicarb). You can do this by it Teresa’s site: nounsaturated fats that can help support good hand in a large bowl or with a good www.thehealthychef.com health and wellbeing. blender such as a Vitamix.

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Why do they wear suits on stage? Because They Can. can-do Why are they ditching university for music? Because They Can. attitude Why are they touring around Australia at just 19 years of age? Because They Can! For goes a this four-man band, anything is possible.

by Miranda Middleton long way Eddie Kemp, Jackson Williams, James geek’ stereotype when they were at school. “WeMiller were and always Jed Simkins ditching defied assemblies the ‘music to go and practise,” admits Eddie, lead singer of the band, which formed when the boys were in Year 10 at Shore. “Band was our priority- we were never really concentrating in class.”

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kind of grown up with us.” “The music industry has become heavily desk job- that’s never suited us,” says Ed- So too has the band’s music matured dependent on social networks and TV, and die.their “We’re first priority. going to “We put don’teverything really into want the a over time. “A couple of years ago we were while we think that’s important, we want to band and see how far it takes us.” putting out 16-year-old love songs which prove that bands can still do it on the live didn’t really mean anything, but most of circuit and make a really personal connec- the feedback on our EP has been about how tion with fans that way.”. Nevertheless, Be- “We don’t really want mature and grown-up the lyrics are.” Eddie cause They Can is ‘liked’ by over 18,500 describes the band’s music as a “merge” of people on Facebook and followed by almost a desk job- that’s pop-punk, 90s grunge and the style of rock 5000 people on Twitter. Some may be family never suited us... bands from their parents’ record collec- members of course. “Our parents are proba- tions, like Queen and The Beatles. bly our biggest fans,” Eddie concedes. We’re going to put The ‘BTC boys’ will promote their EP is boosted by their donning of suits for per- on a live tour of east-coast Australia in late everything into the formances.The boys’ “We slightly like the Beatle-esque idea of putting flavour on March and early April. They’re certain- a show for people and creating a real stage ly no strangers to the stage, but Eddie says band and see how far persona,” says Eddie. “It’s more entertain- that nerves are inevitable when you’re per- ing than guys just getting up there in T- forming in front of so many people. “To it takes us.” shirts and jeans.” see 11,000 people singing your words is a That’s not to say that they haven’t been bit overwhelming. Nerves help you get out there and perform your best.” While their friends attended lectures Green Day, which typically practise in a ga- For the moment, the boys’ focus is on and studied for end-of-year exams, the rageinfluenced and do by the scruffier pub circuit. punk “Our bands parents like pushing the EP and getting as many people boys spent the second half of 2012 record- drove us to these bars, we’d play our 30 as possible to hear it, but Eddie thinks that a Alive, which was released minute set to some drunk people, then we’d full album will come in good time. “We want in late January. “We were really nervous at get kicked out straight after” is how Eddie to have lots of songs in our catalogue so we ing their first EP, accounts for the band’s gradual progression can choose say 12 of our best songs out of from garage jamming to performing at ven- 50, instead of just writing 12 and going in to past,first becausebut I think it was everyone’s a bit more really mature accepted and ues like The Metro. do an album,” he says. thea little growth different in our to sound,” what says we’d Eddie, done in who the - At this stage, the band’s longevity looks went straight onto iTunes to buy a copy of promising. Eddie says that the boys are the EP upon its release. “I was looking down wereThe picked boys asgot the their supporting first big actbreak for dur the more like brothers than friends, and that the charts near 150 and 200 but I couldn’t poping theirband finalShort yearStack. of Accompanying school, when them they Sydney Ob s erver | February 2013 on their national tour, Because They Can any creative piece there’s bound to be nine! That was a pretty awesome feeling!” played at prestigious venues such as Fes- challengeswhen they along fight it’sthe neverway, like serious. people “With dis- find Theit, so EP’s I scrolled instant successup and couldit was be number attrib- tival Hall in Melbourne. “Walking out on- agreeing in the studio, but it’s all healthy,” uted to the loyal band of followers that Be- to that stage was a bit surreal because he says. “When you have a little argument cause They Can has built up over the years. we knew the Beatles and some of the big- about something you always get the best “We were too young to play in bars, so we gest names in music had played there,” product afterwards.” mostly played at youth centres,” says Eddie. says Eddie. Because They Can will perform in Syd- “Our friends and fans would come along, Since then, they’ve built up a fan base ney on March 16, Melbourne on March 23 and over the past three to four years they’ve “the old-fashioned way”, via the live circuit. and Brisbane on April 6. 20 education

Easy as aBc Starting kindergarten doesn’t have to be a time of stress and anxiety.

by Miranda Middleton “all the little things”- from unpacking don’t eat much during the school day be- their school bag to tying their shoelac- cause they get distracted by lunchtime Tying shoelaces and opening a es- well in advance of the start of the games and making new friends, so it’s lunchbox may not be difficult jobs for school term. “You can’t teach kids all a good idea to have a big afternoon tea most of us, but they could be the down- these things at once, it needs to happen ready for when they get home, such as fall of a kindergarten student. It’s impor- gradually over a few weeks,” she says. fruit, juice and a treat. tant that children master the basics be- “It’s just little things like making sure fore starting ‘big school’, to avoid unnec- they can open their lunchbox, unwrap The Morning Of essary stress and anxiety. Sydney Observ- gladwrap, and put the straw into their Check the weather and make sure your er spoke to Jane Simmons, Acting Direc- popper juice.” child is prepared with a raincoat if it’s tor of Learning and Leadership at the likely to rain, and has sunscreen on dur- NSW Department of Education and Com- The Week Before ing summer. “In hot weather put an ice munities, to find out the key to a smooth Now is the time to get children settled brick in their lunchbox to keep things transition into primary school. into a school routine, so that it feels fa- like chicken wraps and yoghurt cool,” miliar to them by the time school starts. says Mrs Simmons. But don’t let these The Year Before “They need to be in a routine of get- last-minute jobs make you late. “Get- Deciding whether a child is ready to start ting up, having breakfast and leav- ting to school on time is vital because school can be difficult for parents, so Mrs ing the house at a certain time,” says kids don’t want to be walking in after the Simmons recommends consulting the Mrs Simmons. bell rings.” child’s preschool teacher or the school Other important jobs include naming Speaking from experience as a parent and principal. “If they don’t think they’re your child’s belongings and getting them a teacher, Mrs Simmons says it’s normal ready, heed that advice,” she says. “Every comfortable with their travel routine. for parents to cry when they drop their child is different.” “If they’re going to be walking to school, children off for the first time. “It’s a bit- Things to sort out the year before chil- practise walking to school with their ter-sweet moment. Take photos because dren start school include immunisation, school bag on their back.” they’re really nice mementos to have!” hearing and eyesight problems, travel passes, before and after school care, The Night Before That Afternoon and uniforms. “Make sure you have their Make sure your child’s uniform is ironed Picking your children up on time is es- uniform ready to go before the Christ- and set out, and that their school bag sential for a happy day at school, because mas holidays start, because kids can get is packed. they’ll get anxious if they’re the last one very anxious if they look different to For parents who don’t have time to pre- waiting to be collected. “Think really care- everyone else.” pare their child’s lunch in the morning, fully about whether you can get there on It’s also important to pre-warn your get it done the night before and refriger- time and if not, make arrangements for child’s school about any allergies or med- ate overnight. Mrs Simmons encourages someone they know well, like a grand-

February 2013 February ical conditions that they may have, to en- parents to pack healthy food, but only if parent or a friend, to pick them up.” | sure proper management. they’re used to eating it. “Don’t give them carrot sticks if they haven’t eaten them For more first day back tips and The Month Before before because they’ll come straight back lunchbox food ideas, go to: Mrs Simmons recommends practising home!” She says that many school kids www.schoolatoz.nsw.edu.au Sydney Ob s erver education | From the student 21 more than just a number

by Matilda Howard* best, as well as doing lots of practice pa- My schedule was hectic but I loved it and pers. I am a morning person so I would it encouraged me to organise my time When people mention the HSC, begin studying at 5 or 6am in the morn- carefully. It is really easy to fall into the words that often spring to mind are ing because that was when I was most trap of thinking that any time not spent “stressful”, “important” and “overwhelm- alert. On a noticeboard I pinned up re- studying is time badly spent but doing ing”. The HSC can be all of these things minders of upcoming assessments and something you enjoy that is not related but with a different mindset it can equal- dates of the HSC exams to keep myself fo- to schoolwork actually improves your ly be a chance to push yourself and dis- cused. Studying is hard but after a while concentration and your efficiency. cover what you are capable of. it becomes more enjoyable as you notice Even if you are managing a balance This was the mentality that I between work and play there will be adopted. Although I had some con- “Studying is an times when everything falls to pieces crete achievements including a perfect immensely personal and you find yourself wondering wheth- ATAR and four state ranks, my strong- er to laugh or cry. This is 100 per cent est sense of satisfaction came from an activity so find a way normal. This is why family, friends and internal sense of achievement because that works for you.” teachers are so important because often I had had a chance to test my own lim- just being able to talk to someone is all its and had watched myself become you need to get back on track. so much more determined, motivated your increasing mastery of concepts that The HSC is a lot like a high-speed train and focused. once seemed too difficult. Rather than ride. It will be over before you know it. I started 2012 with a single goal: en- seeing study as a means to an end, take In the meantime though, the journey can joy the challenges of the HSC. I realised the time to notice your small successes become more manageable if you devel- that the HSC would take up a year of my along the way and it can become a much op ways to make it work for you. Do your life and rather than spending the time more rewarding experience. best and allow time for your passions wishing it were all over I should find a During Year 12 I competed in cross and you will finish the HSC with a sense way to enjoy it. To do this I divided my country running, sang in several choirs, of accomplishment and satisfaction that time between work and play and made worked on my Gold Duke of Edinburgh is a lot more than just a number. the time I spent studying worthwhile, ef- Award, was a prefect and a member of ficient and rewarding. the Student Representative Council, * Matilda Howard graduated from Studying is an immensely personal knitted blankets for Wrap with Love, Pymble Ladies College in 2012. She activity so find a way that works for you. was involved in Interact (a youth Rota- achieved an ATAR of 99.95 and is now For me, handwritten notes in my own ry group), read several books a week and studying a Bachelor of Arts (Languages) version of shorthand was what worked helped around home as much as I could. at The University of Sydney.

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Ergonomics for Children Creating an ideal learning environment for Kids.

by Chetan Khanna* environment to meet our needs not the other mended. A chair which is dynamic and pro- way around. This principle is even more impor- motes movement will also help to ensure that Over the past 15-20 years, there has been a tant for children. All too often children study at children aren’t stationary for long periods of sharp increase in the number of work-related home to suit their parent’s busy lifestyle, doing time. aches, pains and chronic injuries. From lower homework at the dining table or sofa. If a study A good ergonomic setup not only helps to back pain, wrist and tendon problems through table and chair is available, these are usually instil good postural habits in children, but has to shoulder and neck pain, the majority are designed for either adults or for a child of one been shown to improve education outcomes due to poor posture and poor environmental - by enhancing concentration, and when start- setup when using the computer or working at riod of time before a bigger size is needed. ed from a young age, can also help to establish a desk. size/age,So how and should therefore children only fitssit? for Firstly, a short a des pe- good study habits. But the question arises: how did things go ignated space for a child to do their homework, With the ever increasing pressure on chil- so wrong? To answer this, we have to look at use the computer and do creative activities is dren these days to perform academically and - essential for implementing good ergonomic the increasing dependence on computers, the ting for long periods of time. Humans are de- practice. When sitting at a table, the child’s feet amount of time spent sitting has increased signedourselves to asmove children, and to when be active, we first not started to sit sitfor sharply. We as adults need to support our chil- the majority of the day. As children, we have the back and the desk height should be such dren in these expectations, not simply expect an innate ability to listen to our bodies and thatshould the be elbows- on the whenfloor, the backrestarms are uprelaxed against to them to adapt to an adult world, forgetting that to adapt and adjust in order to keep healthy. the side- are above the work surface. This will they are children and have needs of their own. But somewhere along the way, at school and ensure that no additional stress is placed on By instilling good ergonomic principles from the child’s body when sitting for a long time. an early age, we can help to ensure that the with our arms crossed and shoulders back, un- Research has shown that a tilted work tilat wehome stopped we were listening told not to our to fidget,bodies to and sit con still- surface, such as a writing slope, can help to im- pains and work injuries that the current work- formed to what was expected rather than what prove handwriting, colouring and reading. Tilt- forcenext generation endures. doesn’t suffer the same aches, felt right. ed work surfaces not only improve concentra- * Chetan Khanna has been an It’s important to remember that good pos- tion, but also help to reduce ‘hunched’ posture, Occupational Therapist for the past tural habits start at an early age, and these are by bringing the work surface closer to eye lev- 16 years, specialising in ergonomics, normally kept throughout our lives. The most el. The ideal angle for reading is 20-30 degrees workplace injury rehabilitation and important ergonomic principle is to adapt the whereas for writing 10-15 degrees is recom- occupational health and safety.

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by Megan Krimmer * – or wave for teenagers and we breathe a flexibility and adaptability; initiative; ef- collective sigh of relief before heading off fective oral and written communication; As a parent, a new year really dawns to queue again for a much needed double- accessing, analysing and evaluating infor- on us the moment we hop in our cars to shot cappuccino. mation; curiosity and imagination. dispatch our children at school for their While some parents and teachers are 4. Enhanced learning through the con- first day of term one. It seems that Syd- just starting this journey, others are em- structive use of technology, which teach- ney’s entire population is on the road at barking on their final year of lost prop- ers engage to help students access an ev- once. One aim: arrive at the school gate erty, forgotten sports-gear and canine-in- er-increasing supply of resources; filtered on time! gested assignments. Together, we can re- by ethical and discerning guidance. All week prior, our homes were abuzz ally make 2013 a significant and empow- 5. Most importantly, the time to trans- with excitement, expectation and prob- ering year for each child by giving them: form into increasingly better, more re- ably a few butterflies. Checklists were 1. The freedom to be a curious and crea- fined people; more compassionate, car- everywhere, torn from newsletters or tive learner, who develops an age-appro- ing, ethical, resilient, wise human beings magazines, or printed from the inter- priate ‘responsibility’ for their own ed- who have grown in character and live well net. Uniform is at the top of the list: Ei- ucation and a true love for learning. Of alongside others. ther procure a new uniform five sizes course, “responsibility” is different for a So far, congratulations on a fine start too big to hem, and adjust for the rest kindergarten child, who is celebrated for to 2013! As partners in the education of of junior or senior school, or dry-clean getting through the year without losing a child, let’s do all the important things those overlooked in the hallway cup- their jumper, and a Year 12 student, who such as taking on challenges, celebrat- board at the end of last year, only to dis- routinely balances the complexity of HSC ing achievements, pausing to give appro- cover that our children grew like weeds life without applause. priate commiserations, or giving freedom over Christmas and no amount of tai- 2. An environment that fosters a growth to develop resilience and wisdom… But loring can save us from a trip to the mindset that empowers them to strive please remember, there is no substitute uniform shop. for their personal best to end each year for a parent’s love, attention and interest Queues, too, are everywhere. Our with a few achievements of which they in a child’s school day. children have sprouted up two shoes siz- are proud. For more on 21st Century learning, visit: es. Uniform-code shoes for daily wear and 3. The 21st Century skills that equip them www.21stcenturyschools.com/what_ sport require cunning navigation of shop- to thrive in an ever-changing, borderless is_21st_century_education.htm ping centres to wait for professional fit- world. Dewey once said, “If we teach to- tings. Wearing in the shoes around home day’s students as we taught yesterday’s, *Megan Krimmer’s career spans more with pyjamas is a pre-first-day rite… we rob them of tomorrow”. Tomorrow than 20 years. She had taught previously Lunches? Packed. Traffic? Conquered. requires skills like creative and critical at Roseville College before becoming You are there on time. A cuddle and a tear thinking; problem solving; collaboration; Principal in 2011.

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by Sue Host* spective of age. Children develop at dif- childhood centres and offering effective ferent rates and that’s okay! Although it transition programs for children com- School readiness in the last two must be recognised that older the child, mencing school. Also by assessing chil- decades has become a debatable top- the more time the child has had to ac- dren at the point of school entry and en- ic among parents. I have heard many quire the necessary skills to commence suring teachers are well educated in ear- a parent argue the reasons for send- school. The level of skills and experienc- ly childhood development. Ultimately ing or not sending their children to es the child has acquired prior to start- schools aim to ensure that school start- school when they are eligible to start. ing school has a huge impact on a child’s ers are successful in accessing the many In NSW, children can start school the success from kindergarten all the way learning experiences and opportunities year they turn five if their birthday falls to Year 12 and beyond. Research tells us that are on offer, so that the learning on or before July 31. The law requires that providing our children with the best that begun at birth continues to flourish that all children begin school by their start increases the likelihood of a suc- through into primary, secondary school sixth birthday. cessful life trajectory. and beyond. There has been a growing trend for Intrinsically linked to the develop- Community services also have a part some parents to hold their child back ment of the child is the family context and to play in readying children for school. from starting school if their fifth birthday home environment. It is at home where These services support families in the falls anywhere from February through to the child learns about caring, loving and education of their children. Examples of July 31. Today a range of ages within the nurturing relationships. There are many such services include the care and edu- one classroom is the result of this trend. activities that parents undertake with cational environments provided in pre- It is not uncommon for there to be four- young children that have a positive ef- schools and daycare facilities, child and-a-half-year-olds in the class along fect on their development and promote health-care services and specific servic- with six-year-olds. Thirty years ago this school readiness skills. Some include es to address special needs, like Autism was unheard of. Children started school reading with children, taking children Spectrum Australia. when they could and entry to primary on visits, talking about the world around Back to the initial question: Is age school was solely based on age. In oth- them and creating regular opportuni- all that matters when it comes to school er words, when you were old enough to ties for them to play with friends. In fact, readiness? It’s a topical issue and unfor- start school you started! what parents do with their children is tunately there is no straightforward an- Although age is an important factor more important than who parents are. swer, instead a number of factors should to be considered when deciding when Schools themselves also have a re- be considered by individual families. to send a child to school, it is not the sponsibility to prepare for and sup- only issue that should be considered. port families in readying their child for *Ms Sue Host is the principal at A factor which impacts school readiness school. Schools can achieve this by cre- Our Lady of Perpetual Succour Catholic is the child’s level of development, irre- ating links between the school and early Primary School, West Pymble. February 2013 February | Sydney Ob s erver education 27 Becoming a Primary Years Program School by Samantha Cordwell* tional tests. We ask children to rote learn, not think. To remember, not understand. inquiry learning through the program. Stu- How fortunate we are to live in the The question our school posed at Our students and staff have embraced age we do; where all things seem possible the commencement of our inquiry learn- - and children are born into a world where ing journey was: are we asking enough of cilitatorsdents often and reflect co-learners that they on are our given journey more technology and inquiry seem to go hand our students? The answer was we felt we throughownership each and diverse our staff unit ofhave inquiry. become One fa in hand. could do more. This in turn, led to our next teacher commented, “I can broaden my ho- Starting from the above premise it rizons and move from direct instruction as therefore seems at odds that schools of- ways, more interesting, child-centred ways ten remain the stalwarts of tradition. We forquestion: our students where couldto not we only go learnto find but better un- the person out the front all the time.” may have some technological marvels in derstand and thrive during their school- the onlyIn conclusion way.” Another the PYPreflected, is opening “I am not up our classrooms, we may even say they have ing? How could we create pathways for children who we thought would never con- ‘revolutionised’ our teaching, made us more students to leave school wanting to be tribute like this. It allows all students to creative, but really these technologies just lifelong learners? demonstrate their potential in a way that is allow teachers to repackage content and The philosophy of the Internation- deliver it in a new, ‘interactive’ way. al Baccalaureate Primary Years Program child feeling valued for their contribution The challenge is to critically evaluate (PYP) soon began to resonate with us as cannotnot one be size overestimated fits all. The importance and with the of eachPYP, the traditional content-driven approach to schools are able to do that. teaching and learning. Students at school a concept-driven curriculum was a good too often learn to become passive partici- educators and as a staff we concluded that- *Samantha Cordwell is the Head Of pants in education, soaking up facts and re- dents be active participants in their learn- Curriculum of the K-6 and PYP Co- gurgitating them in standardised and na- ing,fit for to ourmake students. meaning The of whatPYP demands they learn. stu ordinator at The Hills Grammar School.

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by Kaitlin Coleman dance now.” cent to 32 per cent, and boys from one “Many kids are doing ballet and per cent to four per cent. “They seem Australian children are mov- dance as a way of getting into musical to be starting younger and younger,” ing away from traditional sports like theatre.” Ms Treweek said. tennis and netball, and participating A quick look at the most popu- She believes dance appeals so much more and more in dancing and mar- lar television shows for young people to young girls in the same way it always tial arts, according to new figures from back this up, with programs like Glee, has – through the beautiful costumes the ABS. Between 2003 and 2012 chil- X-Factor, and The Voice all achieving and music. dren’s participation increased 27 per high ratings. It’s not all bad news for tradition- cent for dancing and 24 per cent for Ms Treweek also said a large al sports, as swimming still remains martial arts. amount of musical productions are call- the most popular sport for young Aus- Principal of Roseville Ballet & Per- ing for young performers, such as the tralians. Twenty-five per cent of five- forming Arts, Christine Treweek, be- Lion King which was recently recast. to-eight-year-olds and 18 per cent of lieves a lot of the boosted interest in She believes her own class numbers nine-to-eleven-year-olds participate in dance is due to the cultural shift towards have doubled over the past five years. swimming and diving. musical theatre and dance. “There are a The statistics also revealed that the Older children seem to be sticking lot more dance-focused television pro- rise in participation of children aged to the classics as well, with outdoor soc- grams and movies,” she said; “Even kids five to eight years has been signifi- cer and netball the most popular sports cartoons during the holidays include cant, with girls increasing from 27 per for the twelve to fourteen-year-olds.

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Sydney Ob s erver Syd Observer_HPH_PLC_OpenMorn_Feb issue 1 17/01/13 2:35 PM Lifestyle | dance 29 Fitness encore everybody dance now Owner Jenny Edelman The Arthur Murray dance Studio at Crows Nest celebrates teach- - ing Sydney’s North Shore for 45 years. Specialising in fun Social Ball- and her inspired team offer a boutique room and Latin American dance styles, the secret to the studios success studio with a difference. Classes at enCore complement each oth and longevity is making it fun & easy for everyone and anyone to learn. ander and achievement. are geared to whole body fitness, flexibility and balance. The From 18- 99years, couples and singles from all over the North Xtendroutines B arretmare filled sculpts with funthe andbody flood proportionally your body withwith allgood body feelings parts Shore enjoy learning in a warm non-threatening environment where equally challenged. With over 75 studios World Wide, the workout everyone’s goal is the same- have fun improving their quality of life does not require any dance experience, becoming the premier ballet through dance. The studio enjoys a hectic social calendar with weekly parties, reg- energy to fast paced music beating in the background. Xtend Barre fans ular Social Dance outings & Formal occasions. After one lesson students includeBarre workout…Dance Natalie Portman, and Madonna, Pilates DemiAmplified. Moore, The Olivia exercises Wildes flow and with Jen- nifer Hawkins. new moves. Gravity is a total gym providing a full body personal strength workout. feel confidentAnd social & comfortable networking to expands get involved internationally. and start showcasing Arthur Murray their It shares DNA with a Pilate’s reformer and is endorsed by many distin- boasts over 300 studios world-wide and this year students from the - Crows Nest studio are gearing up to take their dancing to Monte Carlo ercising on the same machine as does a pregnant woman. to dance and be merry whilst meeting students of dance from all round TRguishedX requires fitness the instructors use a suspension world wide. trainer An that Olympic leverages athlete the could user’s be bod ex- the world. yweight. Exercises are scaled to reach any training goal. enCore aligns the TRX training with Pilate’s principles, building strength, power, en- For your first complimentary private lesson: Call 94392061 or visit www.arthurmurray.com.au Pilates is unique in that it gently builds a resilient body, keeping good posturaldurance, alignment.mobility, durability, It increases balance, energy flexibility through and correct core breathingstability. and circulation. Personal attention is guaranteed as the number of participants could vary from 2 in a Gravity or TRX class to a maximum of 12 at an Xtend or Pilate’s class. The team of instructors are dedicated and committed - joyable. toenCore working together to create fitness classes that are inspiring and en contacted at 0404 077 779. offer classes in St Ives and Narrabeen and can be

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32 Lifestyle | Seniors Corner RETIREMENT VILLAGE REFORM new regulations aim to take stress out of choosing a retirement village.

by Kate Lilly “Prospective residents should be able The reforms come in response to con- to compare costs and conditions between cerns surrounding the stress and confu- Changes to NSW retirement village reg- sion that prospective residents and their ulations will soon allow seniors to eas- binding contract.” families may experience when deciding on ily compare costs and facilities at their different villages before they a sign a a retirement village. local villages. “Anything to allow the According to the Department of- As of September this year, all prospec- prospective resident or Fair Trading, the new contract is writ- tive residents will sign a standard contract purchaser to make an ten in plain-English with key informa- developed by the NSW Department of Fair informed decision will be Trading. They will also receive a general enquiry document outlining all the servic- of benefit.” Managertion and financial at the details Cotswolds presented Retire in a- es and facilities available at the village and The new regulation has been developed mentclear format. Village, Geoffrey said the Wolfe, new General docu- a standard disclosure statement. in consultation with a committee of re- ments are part of an industry-wide Member for Davidson, Jonathan O’Dea tirement village residents and opera- standardisation process. has welcomed the reforms. “As people get tors, taking into account public submis- “Anything to allow the prospective res- older, some people are more able than oth- sions made on a draft contract in May ident or purchaser to make an informed ers to clearly pursue and understand their last year. rights and responsibilities before they A draft regulation policy was also re- “I think that the government is sign a contract with a retirement village leased for public comment in December awaredecision that will in be many of benefit.” cases one cap doesn’t provider,” he said. with submissions closing in late January.

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34 Lifestyle | wellbeing Creating healthier habits for 2013 Gradual progression, most effective way to fulfil those new year’s resolutions.

by Billy Van Der Kooi* following week try eating a healthier lunch ply six or seven, even if they have no previ- two days per week and so on. Until eventu- ous exercise history. This is a clear example 2013 is well under way and New Year’s ally you will be eating take away only two of raising the bar too high and already the Resolutions have been made. There are suc- days per week. individual is setting them self up for fail- cess stories, however as is always the case ure. there will be many unsuccessful attempts Humans are naturally Again small progressions and simplis- at a healthier lifestyle. But why is this? How tic changes will lead to success. Aim to ex- do so many people fail when their ambi- creatures of habit ercise for two to three days per week and tions are so high? and we love to eventually increase the volume to four to Maybe it’s because we are setting the - bar too high. Humans are naturally crea- get stuck into our tempt to do it all at once, remember Rome tures of habit and we love to get stuck in- routines. wasn’tfive days built maximum. in a day. Once again don’t at to our routines. It is actually proven that it If we are going to be creatures of habit, takes 21 days to start a habit and 21 days let’s be creatures of healthy habit! to break a habit. So instead of trying to do This is an example of gradual progres- a complete health overhaul, let’s look at sion, which will give your mind and body *Billy Van Der Kooi is a personal trainer changing one thing at a time. time to adjust to your new routine. This with ten years of industry experience. He For example, if you eat takeaway on theory is the same for exercise. I often ask is currently the owner of three Plus Fitness new members of our gym, how many days franchises; Alexandria, Thornleigh and Carlingford. pack a healthier lunch one day a week. The per week they intend to train; they often re- your lunch break five days per week, try to

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36 Lifestyle | wellbeing Road Runners Rising australians are spending more time running so make sure you don’t fall behind the pack. by Rose Moloney Build up gradually Avoid boredom Start off by alternating walking and One of the reasons people avoid or give Since 2005 the amount of Australians running. Go for a 2km walk, and eve- up on running is because they get bored. running as a form of sport or recreation ry 500m, run for 100m. Slowly increase It makes sense that the more fun you’re has almost doubled. Statistics released the distance of your runs until you are having the more likely you are to stick last year by the ABS showed that near- able to run a full 2km. Then gradual- at it when it gets tough. So vary your ly 80 per cent of people had participat- ly work on adding extra distance and route. Rather than just running around ed in running or jogging in the previous increasing speed. the block, make the effort to drive some- 12 months, opposed to the 40 per cent of Mix up the treadmill and the street where different to your usual surround- people who had in the 2005-06 period. For those who have never run before it is ings, whether it be the beach or a park. Building up the courage to speed better to start on the treadmill as it can Make sure to download some fast paced that power walk up a notch into a jog can help train the body to run. The treadmill songs and keep up with the beat. be daunting for those who don’t run on will allow you to set the time, distance Set goals a regular basis. And for those who don’t and speed. Controlling speed will ensure It sounds cliche but goal setting is one exercise at all the prospect of hitting the you are actually running rather than just of the most effective ways to amp up the streets can be even scarier. This month doing a fast walk. Once your running amount of kilometres you can run. Sign Ben Spurling, an area manager for Any- technique is down pat then running on up for a local fun run or think ahead and time Fitness, gave Sydney Observer some the street is definitely a better option. commit to doing the City2Surf. Make advice on increasing running stamina. It’s more interesting and it puts you in sure you tell your friends and family, so His secret to success? Persistence. control of your body. you can’t back out.

Get Fit. But not too fast… Launching into a New Year’s fitness regime too quickly may result in injury.

by Miranda Middleton sessions- whether it be swimming or water aggressively. aerobics- can be useful in breaking the mo- Invigorated by the prospect of a new peopleA more who sustainablestart their fitness approach regimes to exer too- notony of your program, preventing injury year, or perhaps wanting to shed a few of cise involves a process of ‘progressive over- those Christmas kilos, many people begin load’ according to Manager of FunFit Gor- exercise programs in January and February. don, Tim Brown. “Make sure you build up and adding to your overall fitness benefits. While people are encouraged to settle into over time. If you do too much too soon you Tim Brown’s tips for getting a regular exercise regime for the year, they could get injured, and that could stop you fit without getting injured: are advised to take their time and follow completely,” he said. Tim recommends get- suitable safety precautions to avoid injury. 1. Get help from a fitness “The main concern about New Year trainer or a musculoskeletal assessment ting an initial fitness assessment from a professional if you would like from a physio, to identify muscle tightness guidance or support. enthusiasm get the better of them,” said or weakness which could increase your risk Sportsfitness Medicine resolutions Australia’s is that people spokesperson, let their of injury. 2. Set measurable, realistic goals Dr David Bolzonello. “They want to see sig- Yet injury isn’t the only thing that can that you’d like to achieve by a deter people from sticking with their exer- specific time.

February 2013 February cise programs. “People need to understand 3. Use whole-body movements | risknificant of launching change in in their too quicklyweight isor thatstate you of that it can take up to six weeks before you to make your workout more couldfitness get in a injured.” short amount Dr Bolzonello, of time, abut Sport the functional. and Exercise Physician, listed stress frac- “Be patient and don’t give up- change will 4. Variety keeps things interesting tures in the foot, knee pain and shin splints come.”see tangible He stresses benefits,” that said rest Drdays Bolzonello. are vital and keeps your body guessing. as some of the most common injuries for for allowing the body to recover, and water Sydney Ob s erver Lifestyle | wellbeing 37 Good vision, cleaner teeth

by Dr Ian Sweeney* redness, swelling and bleeding. Once in- maintained. Often, people will spend fection occurs, the gums begin to sepa- many hours through the week maintain- Effective cleaning of teeth not on- rate from the teeth, forming pockets. As ing their hair and facial aspects of beau- ly requires a high degree of manual dex- the disease process continues, the pock- ty, while relatively speaking, neglecting terity, it also requires good vision to see ets deepen and more supporting attach- their teeth and gums. exactly what it is you are cleaning. If ment fibres are lost until the teeth are somebody needs to wear glasses to read, eventually lost. then they really should be wearing their Approximately 20 per cent of adults Tips for effective cleaning: glasses to brush and floss their teeth. between 20 and 50 years of age, and 40 Teeth are really very small irregular per cent of adults over 50 years have • Wear glasses if required. shaped objects with lots of grooves and gum disease. • Have a mirror that you can get very bulges. Each groove or bulge on a tooth A recent survey of new patients close to. Less than 300mm is ideal. has the ability to trap decay-causing bac- showed 25 per cent of patients who re- • Remember, if you are not able to teria. Once bacteria have attached to a quire glasses to read do not wear them see a tooth, you will not be able to tooth surface, if not removed, it is just a while brushing. A further 20 per cent re- clean it. matter of time until it results in either ported standing at least one metre from dental decay or gum disease. their mirror, while 5 per cent reported Gum disease is a serious bacterial dis- brushing while in the shower. In broad *Dr. Ian Sweeney holds qualifications in ease that destroys the attachment fibres terms, this suggests that 50 per cent of Dental Implant Surgery and Conscious and supporting bone that holds teeth in people do not actually see what they are Sedation and Pain Management, and is place. As bacteria build up around teeth, doing while brushing. a dentist at Northside Dental and Implant classic signs of infection occur, including Teeth, like everything, must be Centre in Turramurra. Ph: 9144 4522.

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KS00004-SydneyObserver-Ad-V2.indd 1 27/09/12 12:07 PM 38 Lifestyle | home & garden Stop hoarding, start sorting Set yourself free by learning to live life without that extra clutter.

by Linda OBrien when children leave home they are not going to thank you for an attic full of junk to Tips for a clutter- As the dust of the holiday season be- clutter their path to a new life. gins to settle, post Christmas impulse pur- Years of helping others with this proc- free existence: chases and the gifts of well-meaning fam- ess when redecorating and renovating 1: Start with a manageable sized job. ily and friends appear to spill out of every homes leads me to assure you that you Choose one drawer or one room then crevice of the home. will feel energised, organised and even work though the house. – dare I say it – a little smug at the out- 2: Donate excess to charity, there are so come. No client has ever berated me many in need. for throwing away Great Aunt Bertha’s crystal vase; however, many have ex- 3: Display samples of children’s work in pressed their delight in living a clutter- frames and change these annually. free existence. 4: Throw away, do not simply reorganise items to another place for later. 5: Scan documents rather than compile. 6: Pack away immediately to avoid large jobs later. 7: Teach children to take pride and have It is obviously time to get rid of un- responsibility for their own possessions. used, unloved and non-essential items. 8: Suggest to friends and family that all gifts to each other be usable such as many with dread; the attachment to sen- flowers or wine or optimally a shared timentalHowever, items the thought such as of wedding decluttering presents, fills experience. baby items, gifts and children’s artworks Once you become a convert to the 9: Do not keep soiled or mismatched linen is just too great. and towels. I suggest taking photos of these “at- rewarded with the most precious of all 10: Once a book is read pass it on. tachments” and then giving them away. It things:minimalist time. lifestyle All that you time will that find was yourself wast- is far better that items are being used rath- ed vacillating, searching and hoarding can * Linda OBrien has been an interior er than gathering dust. Additionally, keep now be used to take long baths, enter- designer for seven years. If you are not a small treasure box of each child’s baby tain free of embarrassment or simply read sure where to start decorating give Linda items and samples of artwork. Remember, a book. a call on 0409 319 152.

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by Hugh Myers* bre in the soil mix becomes water repel- the trunk will allow the entry of rot and lent and water just runs down the sides fungal infection. Put on a pair of gloves Spending days in the garden in the mid- of the basket. Should this occur, soak the and with a pair of long nose pliers or a dle of a heat-wave may not be the most ap- basket in a bucket of water for half an long pair of tweezers, clean up the plant. pealing thought, but it’s important at this hour. Remember, those hanging baskets Spray it with a fungicide or dust it with time of year to keep your garden in the that are undercover will not get any wa- cinnamon powder and you could save best condition. How you treat your gar- ter from passing showers so they should your cacti. - be watched closely. ing year. Sydney Observer’s resident gar- Make the most of your roses: den now expert can Hugh affect Myers how it letslooks us in in the on com his Keep dead heading your roses and gardening secrets. there is every chance you will get a Think about transplanting: second or even a third flush. Roses February is one of the hottest times of the like the hot weather but they also like year and transplanting is usually far from to be well watered so keep an eye on people’s minds. However, many plants the watering. Roses can be given a that have bloomed and died back are light trim at this time of the year but now taking a rest. These sorts of plants nothing serious. can be transplanted in the summer: • Nerines • Polyanthus, • Belladonna lilies Cover that fence: • Other winter blooming plants Have you got a couple of metres of back Bear in mind that if they like shade they fence that you would like to hide but you should be transplanted into a shady are not sure what to plant? Why not give place. Those that like the sun should be banksia ericifolia (‘Giant Candles’) a go. given some light shade protection until This is a very hardy native shrub that they get established or until the weath- when established, needs virtually no er cools off. maintenance. An occasional watering in Pay close attention to hanging the hot weather is all that is required. In baskets: early spring it will produce a spectacular Watch your hanging baskets at this time show of 15-20 centimetre honey-brown of the year as they can dry out very quick- cones that are guaranteed to produce a ly, especially if there is any wind about. ‘look at me’ reaction. Check them every second day because Prime palm planting time: once they dry right out, the coconut fi- Are you considering putting a few palms in around the swimming pool to give it a tropical look? Read the label on the con- tainer carefully before you buy. Check the dimensions and compare them with where you want to plant the palms. Some palms grow up to 20 metres while others have a very thick trunk which can bulge out onto the pool side. Remember they also drop leaves and nuts. When buying, go to a specialist palm nursery where they will have a bigger range of palms

February 2013 February than at your local garden centre. *Hugh Myers is a member of the Ku-ring- | Consider cacti: gai Horticultural Society inc. The society Cacti grown outdoors can be subject to meets on the first Tuesday of the month fungal attack during the hot weather. at St Ives Village Hall, Memorial Rd, St Ives Over-watering and an accumulation of (opposite Woolworths) at 7:30 pm. Visitors debris around the plant or damage to are welcome. Phone 9449 6245. Sydney Ob s erver T 1300 326 789 7 42 Lifestyle | Food & wine A new chef in town Previous MasterChef contestant prepares for the opening of his restaurant in Roseville. by Rose Moloney cal ingredients”. But what exactly is modern Australian cuisine? This time two years ago West Pymble According to Jay it’s not a set cui- resident Jay Huxley was working as the sales sine, instead it’s a combination of foods. manager for a car dealership. But after mak- This is what he loves about it. It means he ing it to the top 24 of MasterChef last year he has free reign in the kitchen to cook what said goodbye to the cars, and channelled his he wants, without having to focus on a energy into cooking. Now Jay is set to open particular cuisine. his own restaurant, HUX Dining, in Roseville Some of the signature dishes appear- this month. ing on his menu include slow roasted ap- Located amongst the strip of restau- ple cider pork belly with apple and fennel sauce and 18 hour Angus short rib with Jay will bring modern Australian cuisine roasted carrot puree. The names alone are to Roseville. Australianrants on the cuisine Pacific with Highway, a real focus HUX Diningon lo- enough to get taste buds tingling. While Jay claims he isn’t really a dessert man, you will offer what Jay describes as “modern wouldn’t guess it from the menu. He pre- dicts his deep fried chocolate brownie and basil pannacotta will be the favourites. Jay is serious when he talks about his commitment to using mainly local produce in his menu. The wine list is made solely of NSW wines. The beer comes only from the Sydney Basin area, and as much of the cheese and fresh produce as possible is sourced from NSW. “Everything on the menu I would be happy to eat,” he says. Hopefully customers will feel the same when the restaurant opens this month. Al- - HUX Dining is set to open in February. though the date isn’t official yet, he is aim ing for the first week of February.

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by Rose Moloney to do things.” Training prior to her climbs has also When conditions are so tough it’s easy to played a vital role in her success. Her training On January 19, Lovett Bay resident Annie question why she would do it. However An- schedule varies, but at the moment after just Doyle reached the top of Mount Vinson in Ant- nie says she loves the “non-disposable world having returned from a climb she is still train- arctica, the sixth mountain in her journey to of mountains”. She explains that when you go ing seven days a week. She splits her time be- climb seven of the world’s highest summits. to a remote location, you don’t have access to tween working with a personal trainer, rock Annie and her team reached the summit after electricity or the shops, so you have to make climbing at Climb Fit in St Leonards, running 16 days of climbing, in what she describes as do with what you already have. “If the top on up and down the hills behind her house and “perfect weather conditions”. Clear skies and a practising pack-carrying. She does all this temperature of just minus 30 degrees is how - while working as the CFO for the disability your thermos breaks you’ve got to figure out jimmya way to something fix that top; to makeI like allit work.” that stuff, repair Law part-time. Annie defines “perfect”. ing bitsWhile with Annie nothing loves and “the trying view to find at the ways top”, to charityAnnie organisation, will conquer Sunnyfield the last and of studying the sev- she says the journey to get there is never en summits, Mount Everest, in March 2014. easy. “Mountain climbing is a real head game.” There’s no one method that helps her make it spent six weeks climbing Mount Everest, but through the long 12 hour days of hiking, how- wasBut itforced won’t tobe abandon her first theattempt; expedition last year before she ever simple things like counting and watching reaching the summit due to unsafe conditions. the clock help. “When it’s really bad you count to 20 and then start again and again.” crevasse and we had been caught in an ava- lanche,”“We were jokes going Annie. fine, except I had fallen into a Antarctica’s Mount Vinson may not be as Asked what she will do with herself once high as some of the other summits Annie has she has all seven summits under her belt, An- conquered, but the unyielding Antarctic conditions still proved challenging. Annie remem- adventures to undertake. Reaching the North bers the nights during the expedition when it andnie doesn’t South Poles seem and worried sailing about around finding the worldmore would reach minus 20 degrees inside the tents. are just a couple of adventures on her bucket “When it’s that cold it actually hurts,” she says. list. “There’s always something to do as long as “It hurts to move or get dressed, so it’s not easy

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