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Willoughby Historical Tour

Willoughby residents its rich and interesting history by can now learn more about the exploring it on foot,” said Willoughby community’s historical sites through Mayor Gail Giles-Gidney. Willoughby Walks, a free interactive “The Willoughby Walks app helps walking tour app available through connect us to our past and creates an Willoughby City Library Services. understanding and appreciation of the Willoughby Walks features audio roots of the Willoughby community.” narration and photographs on some of Chatswood Library will host a free the most significant places in the area. demonstration of the app, followed The app will also be regularly updated by a walking tour of the Civil Heritage with more tours and additional plaques in Chatswood on Thursday, content. 5 November, 9.30 am. Bookings “This year marks the 150th essential at willoughby.nsw.gov.au/ Anniversary of the City of Willoughby library. and what better way to learn about

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The Old Mans Valley Bike & Film by Sydney North Off Road Cyclists, the Festival returns to Hornsby on Saturday, 7 originators of the Festival themselves. There November. The spaghetti-western themed will also be kids racing, BBQ lunch and festival features a day of offroad bike racing, family activities. free kids races, and an outdoor cinema The Festival will be closed with the under the stars in Hornsby Park. screening of mountain bike film unReal More than 2000 people as well as as well as a selection of short adventure some of New South Wales’ best riders are films at Hornsby Park. Hornsby community expected to attend the Festival. Bikers can members are invited to bring a picnic race in cyclocross racing, cross country blanket and celebrate under the stars with mountain bike racing (XC), and the special a pop-up bar, food trucks and a mechanic on Bomber/Whippet relay which is developed hand to look over your bike.

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The 8th monthly ‘That Great The creator and organiser of TGM, Market’ (TGM) returns on Sunday, 15 Jacqui Landis says the market aims to November from 10am to 4pm at East create a “funky inner city vibe” and Lindfield Community Hall, 9 Wellington promote community connection in the Road, East Lindfield. The market features North Shore. home and garden wares, jewellery, art, “TGM is establishing a loyal following fashion, and children’s goods as well as from both local and not so local market food and coffee on offer. visitors, and the wonderful hard working There will also be a storytelling stallholders who are enjoying getting to session at 11am and music all day. know the vibrant north shore community.”

8 november 2015 | sydneyobserver.com.au local news Gordon Golf Course Update

Ella Hide

The Gordon Golf Course has been the site, the removal of mature native trees, land under discussion for redevelopment over the sell-offs, and increased traffic and parking issues. past year. Since the decision was made in June Small residential streets also run the risk of last year to create a master plan for a regional becoming the main access roads to the facilities, park and recreation space at the Gordon which would incur yet more issues for local rate Golf Course, the council has been working payers. closely with the community to plan and begin Ku-ring-gai Mayor, Mayor Cheryl Szatow, constructing facilities that are better suited to says that, “over a six month period the Council the community’s needs. has conducted telephone surveys, online surveys Recent community backlash against the and discussion groups to gauge community development has halted the finalising of feedback on the proposal.” these plans and the beginning of physical re- The Mayor says that at this point in time, “no development of the area. A campaign led by the decision has yet been made on the golf course.” United-Ratepayers-of-Ku-ring-gai in partnership Heading into the next discussions, it is with the North Shore Times is urging people expected that the community feedback received to write to local councilors and voice their through the six months of surveying and the concerns. more recent community meeting will begin to The main concerns facing rate payers in the direct decisions on how the golf course will be area include loss of street parking for residents, developed. massive increase in the number of visitors using

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sydneyobserver.com.au | november 2015 9 local news Lindfield’s New Community Hub

Joanita Wibowo

Ku-ring-gai Council has finalised Lindfield Linda McDonald says. local the design for the redevelopment of “We recommend that a Collaborative Lindfield’s business district. the importance of the community’s Working Group be established between feedbackMayor in Cheryl this project. Szatow acknowledged Council, Support Lindfield and other agreed to convert a car park in Woodford “The design has been a number members of community and business LaneIn into an Octobera community 6 meeting, precinct. the Council of years in the making and attracted groups to oversee the next phases of this project.” Community Hub will have a new library, The Council will partially fund the communityUnder the centre, approved supermarket design, Lindfieldand wide-ranging“There is ainput lot of from excitement the Ku-ring-gai and community hub building, the park and retail shops, residential apartment with interestcommunity,” in this Mayor project Szatow and howsaid. it will streetscape works through Development transform Lindfield.” restaurants and cafes, and a basement Ms McDonald hopes this project will spokeswoman says. parkingseven-storey lot. The limit, project a sizable will publicalso include park, bring a “new heart” to the suburb. Contributions“Transport Plan for NSW(Section will 94), contribute a Council upgrading and widening of surrounding “[New heart] means something that is funds to fully fund the commuter car park, streets and improved cycling facilities. visionary, that will act as a focal point for [and] the remainder will be funded by Local community group Support the community, will revive the mid North the private sector through development Lindfield, which has been engaged in Shore and give it life, have residents of rights.” the planning process for three years, the mid North Shore shopping in Lindfield welcomes this plan. (rather than Chatswood) and eating out in the project will be inviting expressions “The community want to have an Lindfield rather than other suburbs,” says of interestMayor fromSzatow businesses said the nextto submit step for active role in the planning and delivery Ms McDonald. proposals. The Council expects to open of this project,” President of Support “In other words, keep the business

the Hub for public by mid-2020. New Developments for Lane Cove

Hope WIlliam-Smith

The State Government’s In addition to this the Council has Metropolitan Strategy for Sydney has set confirmed Voluntary Planning Agreement the framework for Lane Cove to contribute funds. These are provided where Projects Currently Underway 3900 new houses over the next fifteen developers are able to demonstrate public • New Community Centre at 314 Burns years. Considering areas such as transport, benefit from a modification to existing Bay Road (due 2015) traffic, walking, and gradient to shops, planning restrictions. • New Park at 314 Burns Bay Road (due conservation and loss of area’s character/ The suburbs of Lane Cove, Northwood, 2015) interface with adjacent areas, Lane Cove Longueville, and Linley Point are all set to • New 200 space carpark to replace 84 Council has identified the prime location benefit, with increased residents bringing spaces at Little Lane (due 2015) for these developments. Already over 3000 more business, commercialisation, and job • New Community Centre at Little Lane units have been approved for construction, opportunities to the wider area. • NewCentre pedestrian footbridge linking the with a large number already completed. Little Lane Carpark to the Aquatic Lane Cove Council has been Recently Completed Projects Future Projects planning for the target, with apartment construction to take place in Lane Cove Park (new Scout Hall and amenities North, Lane Cove West and St Leonards. • Newbuilding synthetic now sportsfieldsunder construction) at Blackman • Bus/raillarge open interchange space, additional at St Leonards shops and Council has also been ensuring this area • Rosenthal Carpark to be replaced with a is able to service future communities by Centre and Gymnasium; developing a St Leonards South Master • Upgrade to Lane Cove Aquatic Leisure Precinctparking for approx. 500 vehicles Plan. A bus/rail interchange at St Leonards • Open space in the Mowbray Road over the train line to localise essential • Upgrade to Lane Cove Plaza; transport connections will be considered. • New road at 304-314 Burns Bay Road • Seniors Living at 266 Longueville Road • New traffic lights at Rosenthal Avenue/ • Recreation Precinct at Golf Course 10 november 2015 | sydneyobserver.com.au Longueville Road intersection local news Ku-ring-gai’s forced merger with Hornsby

Hope William-Smith

Sydney’s 152 councils were and studies when the IPART outcome was Councillors and senior staff from required to submit a proposal to The predetermined from day one.” Ku-ring-gai council remain unhappy and Independent Pricing & Regulatory The IPART Report also states that all will assess the findings of the report Tribunal (IPART) earlier this year to prove Councils have been given assurances that and decide on an appropriate course their financial fitness, capacity, and ability local government elections will still take of action in coming weeks. All Councils for the future to avoid being merged with place next September. have been given 30 days to respond to stronger neighbouring council areas. Both Hornsby and Ku-ring-gai IPART’s report, after which a decision The IPART report on councils released Councils exceeded the Government’s will be made confirming who will be in late October has declared more than 70 criteria for finances, infrastructure, and amalgamated and who will remain per cent of Sydney’s Councils to be unfit, services, but do not have a large enough independant. meaning only 7 have passed through as population size to fit the requirements to Dr Tony Recsei, President of the acceptable to remain independent. New remain independent. community group Save Our Suburbs Ku-ring-gai Mayor Cheryl Szatow believes Hornsby council Mayor Steve Russell is unsure whether the claims for that the IPART has glossed over the finer is pro amalgamation, saying it will give amalgamation have any factual backing details, leaving it near impossible for the North Shore area greater access to to support them and is doubtful of any Councils to prove their financial worth. projects and finances. community benefits. “The government has never told “It is clear that our Councils need “Larger constituencies weaken the councils what ‘scale and capacity’ actually to merge and that process will be much link between individuals and councillors,” meant. If we had known it referred to a easier if we can do it cooperatively,” he he said. population of 250 000, we would have said. “The community can lose its voice reconsidered our position,” Mayor Szatow Independent analysis commissioned as genuine independent councillors said. by IPART shows that the net benefit for may not be able to afford to run election “I am dismayed at the irony of a the two councils merging would exceed campaigns in a larger constituency. process that is being pushed on the $88 million over the next 20 years. Councils then can become the domain of basis of significant cost savings to the “It would be foolish to reject that,” the big political parties and of people with industry. The government cannot produce said Mayor Russell. large financial backing.” any sound evidence to back this up and “The duplication of services in this have committed the industry to wasting area is ridiculous and wastes a lot of millions and millions of dollars in analysis money.” ipart.nsw.gov.au

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sydneyobserver.com.au | november 2015 11 local news Real estate agents to stop tricking buyers

Stephanie Stefanovic

As a result of new laws around real estate underquoting, homebuyers will now have greater protection when buying a property. Amendments to the Property Stock and Business Agents Act 2002 have been made in response to the recent upsurge in underquoting – a tactic used by real estate agents to draw a greater number of potential buyers to their properties. According to the new laws, real estate agents will now be required to provide written evidence of the estimated selling price they provided to the vendor, which must also be provided in the agency agreement. Agents will also need to keep a written record of every price statement they make to buyers and vendors, and will no longer be allowed to advertise statements such as “offers over” or “offers above”. Changes to the Act are predicted to go a long way in curbing underquoting, especially considering the fact that in addition to the existing $22 000 penalty, agents found guilty will be forced to forfeit any commission or fees from the sale. “In the current market, the loss of commissions can be more than the existing penalty, [which means] there can be no doubt that introducing this legislation will stamp out bad practice within the real estate industry,” says Member for Davidson, Jonathan O’Dea. “This reform is long overdue. You only need to talk to potential buyers at auctions to hear their frustration with property underquoting in the market,” he adds. Ken Wolf, licensee, principal and Shore or Eastern Suburbs real estate, he the area, and ask the agent for comparable valuer at Ken Wolf Real Estate agrees that says. sales they provided the vendor when they the reform was overdue, but states that There are claims however that the signed up the listing. [Also] talk to other underquoting is something that no longer Inner West has seen underquoting rates of agents in the area and ask their opinion on frustrates home buyers. up to 90 per cent, according to real estate what they think the property is worth,” he Today’s buyers are much more likely website domain.com.au. adds. to do their research and see what else is If potential buyers do find that the The new underquoting laws will on the market, according to Wolf. bidding reaches a level beyond their come into effect on 1 January 2016, with “People are much smarter than they budget (whether it is due to underquoting information sessions currently underway. were 10-15 years ago,” he says. or not), they should “sit on their hands and “[Therefore] underquoting doesn’t say ‘it wasn’t meant to be’,” says Andrew annoy purchasers anymore and it’s Braid, a licensee at LJ Hooker Roseville. something of the past - very few agents “I will always advise a potential roseville.ljhooker.com.au underquote anymore.” purchaser to research the recent sales in kenwolferealestate.com.au At least, it is not common in North

12 november 2015 | sydneyobserver.com.au Increased funding for NSW Public Schools

Hope William-Smith

Primary schools in the elective include upgraded food technology “Demand for school places is district of Davidson are set for a funding facilities, science labs, general increasing across the State and this increase, with local public schools to renovations, sports areas, roofing, funding recognises the significant role receive $4 912 741 in 2016. recarpeting and painting. non-government schools will play in This will be a substantive share “This substantial ongoing investment meeting that challenge.” in the record $113 million dollars of in public education is fantastic news Many schools in the electorate additional funding announced by the NSW for our schools, and will further boost area of Davidson have benefitted from Government to support public education their efforts to deliver improved student increased funding in the last year; St for students. More than $16 million has results,” said Jonathon O’Dea, MP for Ives High School were able to entirely been committed to the Davidson area Davidson. refurbish the school canteen with a grant since 2011. The additional funding over the of more nearly $110 000 and Kambora St Ives North Public School will next four years will be allocated in Public School received $22 000 for a new receive nearly $600 000 in funding, up the upcoming NSW Budget for non- entrance path. from $250 000 last year. Lindfield East government schools capital works, and “The NSW Government is determined Public School will also benefit, collecting represents a 100 per cent increase under to provide the best learning environments an increase of $251 000 and bringing total the scheme. possible in our schools now and in the funding to nearly $353 000 for the next “Schools in Davidson will be able future,” said Mr O’Dea. school year. Killara High School, one of the to apply for funding under the scheme Across the State, more than $3.2 most consistent strong performers in the which is directed to low to medium billion dollars has been set aside for public sphere, will also receive $801 000. fee Independant schools and Catholic school infrastructure and maintenance. Examples of works being funded schools,” said Mr O’Dea.

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today. I’m enjoying every minute to talk about my passions.” Jessica’s latest single ‘This Ain’t Love’ has recently exploded onto the Australian music charts, being the first single released from her highly anticipated next studio album. The song’s instant success was little surprise, however, its production and subsequent release deviated greatly from the usually meticulous scheduling of her management label Sony Music. “This process is always so pre- prepared. Normally when I have a single ustralian audiences an incredibly rare find within the blinding ready to drop I’ll have a whole record first met Jessica Mauboy spotlight of the music business. waiting as well. At this stage I haven’t almost a decade ago. She “I’m still not used to any of this and I even finished recording, so releasing ‘This A Ain’t Love’ was just something completely was the young, ambitious 16-year-old think that’s a good thing. It still surprises singer who came runner’s up in the me,” Jessica admits. spontaneous and unplanned. 2006 cult series of Australian Idol. Today Quite often stars and celebrities are “I only wrote this song a few months she’s a multi-award winning artist; thrown into (relatively) dreary media ago. I arrived home from my trip to the UK her 2013 album ‘Beautiful’ achieved days, jam-packed with back-to-back and I knew I had this amazing song. I just incredible platinum success, and she’s interviews. It’s not taken personally when knew it was the right mood and vibe of recently released her debut fragrance ‘Be they seem less than enthused to answer where music is at the moment. I wanted to Beautiful’. questions they’ve surely heard umpteen release it straight away.” When you have your very own times before. But then there are a few Jessica attributes her time in the UK fragrance it’s safe to say you’ve exceptions to the rule. Those who are as integral in creating her latest smash officially ‘made it’ in the fickle world not only eager to indulge your questions, hit. After a long campaign touring her of entertainment. In essence, her life is but hold a zealousness that can only be platinum-selling album ‘Beautiful’, which nothing short of glamorous. Yet despite described as infectious. The moment spawned six hit singles, she was left her enormous fame and success, Jessica Jessica excitedly sung my name down the craving some independence. still radiates a down-to-earth quality phone line; I knew she was the exception. “To not have any management or my that’s not only impossible to feign but also “I’m just rolling with the punches record label team driving things for the

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cyclamen, and a hint of spicy musk. With her professional career kicking into fifth gear it’s hard to imagine Jessica has time for much else. Yet despite her demanding schedule she still manages to find time to pursue a cause close to her heart. As an ambassador for the Indigenous Literacy Foundation (ILF), Jessica has spent much of her time with children in remote communities across Australia. “I passionately support ILF’s belief that literacy opens the door to a world of opportunities – including jobs, better “You must celebrate health, and general wellbeing. “These kids need our help. They yourself. If I can give that are going to be our future and it’s so important to invest in them. It really is through my music I’m the such a beautiful foundation.” happiest in the world.” As she reminisces on her own childhood of running through mango farms, picking up rotten mangoes, and watching the clouds form in her home first time was really important to me. At connect with me, but also to connect state of tropical Queensland, she reflects the moment I’m driving everything and it yourself with your own identity. on how lucky she is. feels great. “You must celebrate yourself. If I “I still have those pinch me moments “Everything from the visuals to the can give that through my music I’m the where I realise wow, this is really sound is all me. It’s a lot of pressure and happiest in the world.” happening to me. The whole nation is it’s incredibly challenging, but I love In addition to the new single, Jessica’s watching and gets to do this with me. building challenges for myself.” debut fragrance ‘Be Beautiful’ has recently That’s what excites me.” With lyrics like ‘This ain’t love, I don’t hit stores nationwide. Yet, following The future truly is Jessica’s oyster. feel and nothing hurts’, it’s easy to imagine in the stiletto marked footsteps of pop As to where it’ll lead her, well she’s not Jessica as being in touch with herself and singers Britney Spears and Beyoncé was entirely sure yet. Talks of expanding her her emotions. Despite the global platform something she never dreamed possible. empire through fashion and further beauty from which she speaks, or rather sings, “It was definitely the last thing on my ventures are mentioned as well as her at the very core she’s just a 26-year-old mind! I’ve always had a passion for beauty evolving sound. woman going through the same emotions products and fashion, but never did I “Music is changing all the time. I have as everyone else. think I would ever have the opportunity to to go with that and change with it. Music “I wrote this song based on my life. I create my own fragrance.” is natural and fluent, I’m happy with that go through different stages of love. Falling It was for this reason that she because it brings out a genuine honesty in in and out of love with my music, my day- demanded absolute creative authority me.” to-day life, and myself. Some days I’m on when it came to the production process. One thing is certain; music will remain and some days I’m off. “I absolutely had to get my hands her first love and true passion. “This song is about that moment when dirty. From the design of the bottle to the “Being able to sing is truly a gift. I’ve you’re standing right on the edge of where actual smell, I just didn’t want to have a known from a very young age that music you need to be and you’re asking yourself team do it all for me. is where I wanted to be. I thank that little if it’s right or if it’s wrong.” “I’m so involved in the production of 11-year-old everyday for sticking to her I suggested to Jessica her strong sense my music that I knew I wanted it to be the true colours.” of self and willingness to be so open as absolute same when it came to creating my being key in her music’s resonation with fragrance.” Jessica’s hit single ‘This Ain’t Love’ so many, to which she whole-heartedly Said to embody her down-to-earth is currently available for purchase from agreed. Her passion for music is almost character yet glamorous charm, the iTunes and her debut fragrance ‘Be indescribable, with her ultimate musical aquatic fresh floral scent is already Beautiful’ can be found at retail chains such conveyance being one of self-acceptance. proving to be an incredibly successful as Target nationwide. “My music is about just being yourself. career venture. And in case you’re Allow yourself to venture with my story wondering, the smell of Jessica’s success Jessicamauboy.com.au and reflect on yourselves. Not only to is a blend of fruity green apple, waterlily, Indigenousliteracyfoundation.org.au sydneyobserver.com.au | november 2015 15 opinion Do you need to go to ‘Parent School’? Is there a ‘right’ way to bring up your child? Linda Geddes asks whether parent school is the answer.

Trends in parenting have waxed strategies are “proven” to make a real, – particularly their reading skills – also and waned over the years. Although once positive difference to families. Others, increases. upon a time, new parents simply fell back meanwhile, claim that such evidence- Although most of us worry from on the wisdom and experience of their based parenting policies are based on time to time that we’re not being the extended families, doctors started getting distorted science and undermine parents’ best parents we could be, I’m inclined involved from the late 19th century confidence in their ability to raise their to believe that we don’t need experts to onwards. Today there’s no shortage children. tell us how to raise our children if we’re of Supernannys, paediatricians and According to Claire Hughes, professor honest about our anxieties and prepared psychiatrists serving up often conflicting of developmental psychology at the to swap notes with other parents. In parenting advice. New parents can choose University of Cambridge, the children we 1946, paediatrician Dr Benjamin Spock any number of approaches: attachment really need to be thinking about are those wrote the Common Sense Book of Baby parenting, minimalist parenting, Tiger “facing toxic levels of stress, and whose and Child Care, which remains one of the Mom parenting. parents are unable to provide support bestselling books of all time. Its opening Even politicians are getting in on the because they are facing their own health line: “Trust yourself. You know more than act. In 2012, UK Prime Minister David problems or other concerns”. By placing you think you do.” Cameron launched CANparent, a heavily such a strong emphasis on parenting, are subsidised network of parenting classes we leaching resources away from other that aspire to teach us all how to become social issues that need to be tackled to better parents. Parenting has become a really close the gap between rich and poor mosaicscience.com/story/parent- public issue, which means it’s now eating kids? school up public funding. Obviously, it’s easier to send mums All of this begs the question: which and dads to parenting classes than it is to Linda Geddes is a freelance journalist approach is best? Whereas many tackle inequalities in wealth or persuade writing about biology, medicine and parenting trends reflect the opinions of parents to go back to college and boost technology. A graduate from Liverpool a single psychoanalyst, paediatrician or their own education. Yet at least one University, she holds a first-class degree nanny, CANparent’s providers claim to study has suggested that when poorly in Cell Biology. Her book, Bumpology: The draw upon the latest scientific research educated young mothers return to school, Myth-Busting Pregnancy Book for Curious about how children develop and say their their children’s academic performance Parents-to-be was published in 2013.

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sydneyobserver.com.au | november 2015 17 education Education breakdown Stephanie Stefanovic

Last month the ASG Parents teaching, however they would like to have compared to children who go to public Report Card was released, reflecting a better understanding of their school’s schools,” says Dr Phillipson. the beliefs of Australian parents about curriculum and teaching methods. Indeed, “These aspirations reflect an the ability of the current educational 89 per cent feel that their children’s expectation by parents paying private environment to meet their childrens’ teachers are capable, and 85 per cent school fees to achieve a ‘return on educational needs. Over 1900 parents and believe that the school curriculum will educational investment’,” he explains. guardians participated in the research, in a help their children with their future joint effort by ASG and Monash University. careers. The gender issue Here is a breakdown of the findings. “Parents generally hold teachers in The report also shows that while most high regard,” says Dr Shane Phillipson, co- parents report that their children aspire Recipe for academic success author of the report. to academic success, it is more common According to the report, the biggest “However, there is a call from parents among parents of daughters. Two-thirds influencer in a child’s academic success to be educated about the teaching of parents of sons report having to remind is the attitude of their parents. Basically, methodology, so they can ensure they’re their son to study, as opposed to just over parents who set high expectations are supporting their child’s education in the half of parents of daughters. more likely to have children with high home setting.” What’s more, it appears that fathers academic achievements. tend to have more belief in their children’s “Parental aspirations for their Private vs public academic abilities compared to mothers. children’s education is the glue that holds It has been found that while most The report reveals that 77 per cent of everything together – aspirations optimise parents have high educational aspirations fathers believe their child to be a high and underpin all other resources and for their children, this is more common academic achiever, compared to 69 per influences that support their children’s among parents of private school children. cent of mothers. educational needs,” says ASG’s CEO John The report shows that 95 per cent of “Dads may be wearing rose-tinted Velengrinis. private school parents talk to their glasses when it comes to their perception “Regular communication with children children about higher education, and 88 of their child’s ability, versus mothers’ about the importance of education and the per cent believe that a degree will help more ‘realistic’ views of their offspring’s aspirations for their future from an early their child achieve their ambitions. The scholastic performance,” says Dr age, helps children to feel supported and figures for public school parents are 89 Phillipson. achieve their learning potential,” he adds. per cent and 83 per cent comparatively. “Fathers were also stronger in their “Private school parents also report belief that their children have more Australia’s quality of teaching stronger agreement that their children knowledge compared to other children of The report also shows that parents have learning goals, that they want to do the same age (70 per cent) versus mothers are generally pleased with the quality of well at school and can apply their learning, (61 per cent).”

18 november 2015 | sydneyobserver.com.au education Staying Safe on Schoolies

Ella Hide

The schoolies ritual is once again fast age party goers, and dehydration is a very common approaching for 2015 school leavers. A week of fun, issue. Drinking plenty of water throughout the day is partying, and enjoying some new found freedom essential to making sure that your body can handle after finishing the HSC and 13 years of school. While excessive alcohol consumption (although this is not it’s a week of fun with friends, it’s easy to get caught recommended). up in the buzz of events and it’s important to have a Drinkwise Australia suggests that, “there are few simple tricks up your sleeve to make sure that steps you can take to make sure you moderate your you stay safe during one of the most hyped up weeks drinking.” of the year. Things like diluting your drink with ice and An easy tip for those attending schoolies is to alternating between alcoholic and non-alcoholic make sure you always hold your drink. Drink spiking drinks is a safer way to drink large amounts of can happen anywhere, no matter whether you go to alcohol and lower the risks of severe dehydration. schoolies in Bali, the Gold Coast, Fiji, or elsewhere. A local school teacher, and mother, says that, Also make sure to look out for your friends, the “you need to trust yourself and make your own effects of drink spiking may not be as obvious as you decisions.” would think, so it’s important to make sure that you Staying safe on schoolies can be made easy, by watch out for how your friends are behaving and taking a few simple precautions and staying strong socializing, and whether this changes dramatically at in the face of peer pressure. It’s a fun ending to a any point. stressful year where some of the best memories Another tip is to stay hydrated during the day. are made, and taking a few simple precautions is a Heavy drinking is often associated with the over simple way to ensure that you enjoy yourself safely. WEBERS ST IVES:Layout 1 6/2/12 9:48 AM Page 1

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sydneyobserver.com.au | november 2015 19 education Demise of the Male Teacher

Hope William-Smith

Did you know that fewer than “We need more quality male teachers as a ‘masculine’ occupation.” 19 per cent of the teachers in your who are willing to spend their life helping Better pay in the private sector is also primary schooler’s classroom are male? students to achieve their full learning said to be encouraging more men towards With the lure of more stereotypically potential, to break cycles of disadvantage, private education. The number of male masculine, more reputable, and better and to create a more fair and equitable teachers has increased nearly 20 per cent paid alternatives, more and more men are society.” in the last two decades. Added to this shying away from the education sector. With male teaching statistics on a is the growing reliance on men to bring But when did the sentiment change? decade long incline, growing concerns home an above average wage. What was once regarded as a superior are emerging for children’s ability to “Male and female teachers both profession, teaching has struggled to communicate effectively with both men have very unique qualities to offer in the retain male candidates in recent years, and women. In addition to this, children classroom. The relationship in which the due to societal stigma around the role and who do not have a strong male role model students develop can differ on a number the poor pay prospects over time. at home are reliant on school teachers of levels and students may appreciate the Joseph Chen, a third year Bachelor to learn social interactions and gender presence and direction of a male teacher,” of Arts / Bachelor of Education student specific skills. said Mr Adam-De-Villiers. at The University of Sydney, believes that “Students are also more accustomed Balancing the ratio is a key target men need to look beyond the stereotypes to seeing females in educational roles for the NSW Department of Education and the so called ‘benefits’. and will have significantly more contact and Communities, which has a variety “If you are becoming a teacher with them” said Mr Andre Adam-De- of programs in place, including teaching because of anything to do with holidays, Villiers, the only male teacher at Our Lady scholarships and a benefits and initiatives then you are in the wrong profession. of Perpetual Succour Catholic Primary scheme in place to encourage a higher Teaching is rewarding… it allows people to School. male candidature in teaching. Whilst effect real change in the local community “Males can be deterred from teaching statistics in High Schools around NSW are and it is a profession that is lifelong”. for a number of reasons. Some may less concerning, primary schoolers across Boys or men considering a career in feel that they don’t have the patience the state may be experiencing a far less teaching should also not be swayed by to deal with children in an educational balanced education than expected. societal expectations, said Mr Chen. environment and it may not come across

20 november 2015 | sydneyobserver.com.au education IB or HSC?

Sabrina Muysken

A growing education trend is on study period and more in depth exams. What does the IB Diploma offer? the rise. A rapidly increasing number of It’s recommended for those students who Expanded focus parents are consciously switching their are committed to continuing their studies International recognition children from state curriculum options at University level and are prepared to • Breadth of curriculum over to those which are internationally work hard. • Opportunity for cooperative learning recognised. Making the move from the We’re living in an increasingly • Rigorous preparation for demands of Higher School Certificate (HSC) to the globalised world. No longer are we born, • University Study International Baccalaureate (IB) is no raised, and residing in the same country, • longer an unusual decision, especially in let alone the same state. As a globally Academic Requirements: the senior secondary years, as the number recognised certification, the IB Diploma Six academic subjects of Australian students sitting for the IB has a mass appeal for families wanting to A Theory of Knowledge course Diploma has just about tripled since the prep their kids with a global education • An Extended Essay year 2000. that equips them for roles in the global • Creativity, Action and Service (CAS). Yet, Australia’s education system still job market. With an increasing amount of • Studies must take one subject from suggests the HSC and IB Diploma should career opportunities on the international • each of the subject groups stipulated. be considered on equal playing fields but stage now a very achievable reality, why • Including: The Arts, Mathematics as offering different education options. limit the sights of our children to a state and Computer Science, Individuals Even so, the IB Diploma is generally restricted education? and Societies, Experimental Sciences, considered as a more taxing educational Second Language, and Language A1 venture, partially attributed to the two Take at least three and not more than year duration, as it consists of a longer ibo.org/about-the-ib four of the six subjects at Higher level • (240 hours) and the others at Standard level (150 hours)

sydneyobserver.com.au | november 2015 21 education | Principal’s voice World Teachers’ Day celebrates an honourable profession

impossible. Each had refined their talents vividly remember my father, who was a and learning to be the best they could in businessman, commenting after delivering their chosen field. As his eyes surveyed a lecture at a university that, until he had the glittering assembly before him, he had that experience, he had no idea how Mrs Megan Krimmer, noticed an elderly scholar standing quietly much was involved in teaching. And that Principal of Roseville College roseville.nsw.edu.au at the side. People greeted her (or him, if was just one lecture! you prefer) as they passed, bowing with Certainly not every member of one respect. Her eyes were alive, she knew profession can be perfect. However, the Fables are wonderful stories filled with deep meaning – and often each by name and there was affection in vast majority of teachers I have ever had variations of the original circulate as her words as she wished each well. the privilege of being taught by, and work they are retold by different people and Discretely, he asked her identity. “Who with, are highly intelligent professionals. to resonate with different audiences. A is that person?” All hold university degrees, many have number of years ago, I was a dinner guest “Your majesty,” replied his Chief masters’ degrees, some have doctorates. listening to one such story (sourced from Minister, “you have called for the All have their students’ interests, learning, The Assembly Collection) which I’d like kingdom’s greatest people to gather. social, emotional and physical needs to retell afresh to honour World Teachers’ This is their teacher. She is here for her front and centre of what they do. They Day, 2015. students.” are passionate about their subjects and The version I’d like to share is about a In his wisdom, the emperor their students. They work well into the wise emperor who wished to acknowledge immediately understood who was the evenings, on weekends and in their the greatest person in his Empire. greatest among this distinguished group holidays to create the best possible A delegation in full regalia was sent before him. For, no matter how great their learning experiences for their students. into every corner of the emperor’s realm achievements, he knew all had begun with And they keep learning; refining their heralding anyone considered “great” in a love of learning and excellence inspired craft, so that they may become the best their endeavours and profession to gather by this woman. All in his assembly were teachers that they can be. This, of course in the Imperial City. As the candidates honoured that day, as the emperor is important for the future of our nation. arrived, a member of the grand council honoured their teacher. “Education is the only solution,” ensured a list was made recording their At the end of October each year, says Malala Yousafzai who, on her 16th names and credentials: heroes from Australia celebrates “World Teachers’ birthday told the United Nations that “one battle, the wealthiest from commerce Day”. This is a time to reflect on an child, one teacher, one pen and one book and trade, the most poetic in writing, the important job that highly professional can change the world.” most insightful in medicine, the most people do to prepare our nation’s young With World Teachers’ Day behind us clever in invention and science, a talented people to be the very best they can be. for another year, perhaps the value of the musician, a gifted artist, renowned lawyer, Everyone thinks they know what is emperor’s verdict – in my earlier fable – a famous orator, elite athlete, and others; involved in teaching, because we have all will continue in our thoughts throughout each outstanding in their own right. been students. It is easy to judge – until the year ahead: The emperor was perplexed, as you actually have to teach, and then it “Honour those who teach, for they the task he had set himself was indeed can be an entirely different ballgame. I touch the future.”

22 november 2015 | sydneyobserver.com.au education Roseville College students earn top place

Three teams of girls from Years 5 and 6 at Roseville College have won 1st, 2nd and 3rd place at the recent SAP NSW Young ICT Explorers Competition. Young ICT Explorers is a non-profit competition with events held throughout every state across the country. Created by SAP to encourage school students to create ICT related projects - the Roseville girls have been preparing for months under the careful guidance of Mrs Abi Woldhuis, the Teaching and Learning Executive at the school.

AT ROSEVILLE COLLEGE, girls from Kindergarten to Year 12 engage in enriching learning experiences that challenge and empower them to pursue and attain their personal best in all areas of life.

Our graduates are typically vibrant, confident, articulate, independent young women who embrace life’s array of opportunities with energy and enthusiasm. “Groups met on a regular basis to test ideas, research possibilities and to create products that give problems a RECENTLY AT ROSEVILLE workable solution. The three prize winning projects each show PERFORMING ARTS, Year 11 students how real problems can be addressed using ICT, and now have successfully performed “Cloudstreet” on an practical solutions thanks to the innovative girls aged between innovative, custom-built stage over the 10 - 12 years at Roseville College,” said Mrs Woldhuis. College’s heated swimming pool. The winning entry by Year 6 students Sophie Allen and April Draney was a remote communication device that is used INSPIRATIONAL EDUCATORS, to visually monitor a grandparent living on a remote farm Mrs Abi Woldhuis (pictured with Ms Julia Gillard) and Mrs Henrietta Miller, presented periodically each day. The solution enabled alerts and messages at the 2015 IB APAC Conference and, as to be communicated to a screen, to prompt a reassuring response Adobe Education Leadership Program from the grandparent. members, inspired Mr Ben Forta, Adobe’s Other Roseville College placeholders were Bella Ryan, also of Senior Director – Education Initiatives, to choose Year 6, securing second place with a satellite technology device Roseville College as his only school visit in Sydney. to track lost Cochlear implants; Year 5 team Rachel Barrie, Stella Phipson and Isabella Savage created an activated pressor sensor PERSONALISED TOURS to predict food turnover and data at Sushi Train, which earned Tours with our Registrar, tailored to your daughter’s them an impressive third place. specific needs and interests, are held weekdays during Projects are judged by a panel of academia, industry partners term time. To book an appointment, call 9884 1109 or and ICT professionals for their creativity, uniqueness, quality, email [email protected]. level of difficulty, and project documentation. Ranked among NSW’s top schools, Roseville College has been transforming the lives of girls for more than 105 years.

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sydneyobserver.com.au | november 2015 23 lifestyle Chatting with Len Wallis

Sydney Observer’s Sabrina Muysken caught up with local audio king Len Wallis to talk technology, music, and the changing face of the North Shore.

Sabrina Muysken

Tell us a little bit about how Len uncommon for staff to remain with LWA Wallis Audio began back in 1978? for 20 years or more.” “At that stage I was working for a similar company in Crows Nest. I What changes have you seen in audio, could see an opening in the market and video and home automation over the decided to go out on my own. At that years? time the business was a one-man show, “This is now a very different although admittedly the industry was a industry to what we knew back in 1978. little less complicated in those days.” In those days a typical sale consisted of a turntable, amplifier, and a pair What are the core values of Len of speakers. Additional to this was a Wallis Audio? cassette deck, a pair of headphones, and “Quality of product: The quality maybe a cabinet to house the system. of the products that we carry are Today Len Wallis Audio caters unashamedly better (both in terms of to many and varied markets. We are performance and quality of manufacture) currently involved in dedicated Home than what you would find in the more Theatres, distributed audio throughout mainstream outlets. I am a great the home and Home Automation (plus believer that the equipment we sell has a the myriad of sub-sections that each of function, providing playback of recorded these categories entails). music or vision. Therefore it should do Music is now accessed via the the best job of that sole role as possible. internet, or by vinyl record. It is It is not uncommon to have clients distributed throughout the home return to trade back systems that they wirelessly. Consumers now have purchased thirty years ago. almost unlimited access to both music Service: We are not in a major and vision, and can enjoy it wherever shopping centre, or a hub suburb. The they are. People are spending more vast majority of our clients’ need to time at home, and they want their travel to see us, and they will not do so environment to be as uncomplicated unless they are looked after. For this as possible (hence the rise in tablet reason over 50 per cent of our business based Apps). This is most evident with is to return clients. We have service Home Automation where the touch of a facilities on site (and we are warranty single button can trigger many events, service agents for most of the brands such as turning down the lights, closing that we carry). Plus we employ our own the curtains, and turning on the TV. installation teams to install the products Or – you can opt for events to happen that we sell. automatically, such as the outside lights Staff: We try to attract quality staff, coming on at dusk, and then turning off train them, and then retain them. It is not again at a predetermined time.”

24 november 2015 | sydneyobserver.com.au lifestyle

What are some of the new and number of home unit developments in interesting trends you’ve seen in the the area which will continue to change Hi-Fi industry recently that people can the character of Lane Cove for the next adopt in their homes? few years.” “The two big trends at the moment are at opposite ends of the scale. LP What are your passions outside of records are suddenly very popular, partly work? due to their performance, and partly due “There’s life outside work? Music – to nostalgia. At the same time accessing it’s the reason I became involved in the music via the internet is becoming the industry in the first place.” norm, particularly now that there are streaming services offering CD quality Favourite place to eat on the North – which can then be wirelessly routed Shore? throughout the home.” “Longueville Pub.”

You’ve been set on the North Shore Best place to grab a coffee? for a long time. What major changes “La Provence – just up the road from have you seen throughout the years? us.” “Lane Cove has seen huge changes in recent years. The opening of Woolworths What do you think is Lane Coves and the attached (small) shopping centre best kept secret? coupled with the upgrading of the plaza “Len Wallis Audio.” has attracted many new customers to the centre. The Plaza area in particular is vibrant and busy. There is also a large lenwallisaudio.com.au

The ‘New Wave’: Sculpture by the Sea 2015

Alex Dalland

For Sculpture by the Sea visionary David Handley, it was a love of public arts and a walk along the seaside almost twenty years ago that inspired one of the world’s largest free public exhibitions of art. “All around me I saw natural plinth after natural plinth where sculptures of all descriptions could be installed,” he recalls. Since its humble beginnings as a major art exhibition run on a shoestring the team of volunteers are expecting a are always the best part of the exhibition. budget by just a handful of volunteers, the turnout even larger than the 520 000 who “A highlight of every exhibition is the event has exploded in size and popularity. attended last year. first time I see someone’s face light up Another annual Sculpture By The Sea The sculptures shown have been when they see a sculpture they love,” he exhibition is now run on Cottesloe Beach chosen from over 500 submissions from says. in Perth, and there is also a Sculpture by as far as the Czech Republic, Thailand and “I often can’t help introducing myself the Sea in Denmark’s Aarhus after a visit the United States, with 39 international to them and saying they made my day.” by the Crown Prince of Denmark for the artists included in the Bondi event. Some event’s 15th anniversary. of the highlights include a collection of This year is Sydney’s 19th Sculpture giant water-shooting spray bottles by the Sculpture By The Sea begins in by the Sea and it promises to be bigger RCM artist collective, and a wave made Bondi on October 22 and ends on than ever. With over 100 sculptures entirely out of barbie dolls. November 8. Admission to the walk is free. lined up on the Bondi to Tamarama walk, But for Handley, it is the crowds who sculpturebythesea.com.

sydneyobserver.com.au | november 2015 25 finance Bushfires in the City

Ku-ring-gai Chamber of Commerce

As news of an early start to the year of above average fire risk. The Sydney and the surrounding areas are bushfire season is reported in the media, below average rainfall that we’ve been likely to have a busier than usual bush we tend in Sydney to see it as a concern to experiencing each year has meant we fire season. those in rural areas. Memories are short! have a drying landscape, exacerbated by Much has been learnt since the fires Think back to Sydney in January 1994 and the strengthening El Nino in the Pacific. which raged in Sydney and then Canberra then again to Canberra in January 2003. However the drying effects have been and advances in communications mean The 1994 Eastern seaboard fires partially offset by record warmth in the that those at risk can be kept informed entered Sydney and threatened the city Indian Ocean off WA, which has meant by Apps and SMS to enable them to make with total isolation. The only road or rail more clouds and rain than may have been timely decisions about whether to stay or route out of Sydney for several days was delivered when experiencing one of the leave. the Hume Highway. Ash rained down on strongest El Ninos on record. These very The fires in the Blue Mountains in the entire metropolitan area and the sky complicated weather patterns interact, 2013 destroyed over $180 million of was orange for days. combine and in some cases offset each property. Approximately 80 per cent Of the 225 homes destroyed by fire other. of those affected were under-insured across the state, some of these were here Weather conditions play a significant and only about 12 per cent had total in our northern suburbs in Warringah, role in the behaviour of bush fires. When replacement policies for their property. Ku-ring-gai and Lane Cove where 42 the elements of weather combine they Our advice is Prepare and Protect houses were destroyed. can produce optimum conditions for the yourself for when fire once again Tragically 4 people lost their lives. ignition and spread of fires. This typically threatens to encroach upon the area we In Canberra, the bush fires claimed happens 4 to 6 times in a bush fire danger live in. a further 4 lives, injured hundreds of season. “Blow up days” as the fire fighters people and destroyed 500 homes. refer to them, occurred 16 times in a row El Nino which brings dry and warm in January 1994. Visit www.myfireplan.com.au and read conditions, coupled with below average If the experts and the recently their Bush Fire Survival Plan and make rainfall for over a decade means this published “Southern Australia seasonal sure you’re insured to replace any property summer we should expect another bushfire outlook for 2015-16” are correct, that may be damaged.

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sydneyobserver.com.au | november 2015 27 home & garden Style Revival Sabrina Muysken

Swap ‘n’ Go Art Swapping out old artwork is a great Summertime equals an easy living home style. With the busy season fast approaching and things warming up outside, your way to brighten up mundane, tired walls. home should ooze calmness, tranquilly, and peace. Although summer Look for bright, happy colours such as decorating trends tend to change from year to year there are a few key yellow to inject some summery colours ways of creating that serene oasis to escape the summer heat. into your home and lighten up the room. These days you don’t even have to search far to find a great affordable piece. Head to online stores or visit your local markets to find an artsy steal.

Bare Basics If you’ve managed to follow our last issue’s ‘Spring Cleaning’ tips then you’re already one step ahead of the game. Coming into summer it’s increasingly important to de-clutter and keep that flow of fresh air steady throughout the house. Get rid of the dark colours and thick winter blankets, stow away any unnecessary items and get back to the bare minimum. Doing Get Back to Nature Summer calls for natural materials, this will not only clear out your home in fresh flowers, and greenery. With organic time for summer but it will also cleanse products on the rise, finding natural soy your mind of the year that’s been. candles, raw material homewares, and divine succulents has never been easier. You’d be surprised by the positive energy that comes with the simple act of making room for a few potted plants. Not into the green thing? Natural elements are very on Expand Outside trend right now, so getting back to nature The winter months have their own will have your home looking très chic. perks, enjoying the outdoors of your home is not generally one of them. There’s no sense in limiting your summer style revival to the interiors when the weather provides the perfect opportunity to expand out into your gardens, patios, and/or balconies. Scents for the Senses Look for comfy, all weather lounges to For good karma and relaxation scents create windows of relaxation for you and are crucial. Just as the seasons change, your guests. Plants are an absolute must to so too should our home fragrance. The create that tropical hideaway, look for tall summer months ahead call for fresh, potted plants such as palms that are low crisps scents, such as ocean breeze or maintenance. If you don’t have an awning coconut, lime and lemon. The affects a new or protection from the blistering sun, have summery smell can have in our homes a look around for widespread umbrellas are profound, making you feel rested and in white canvas to give off that luxurious energized to take on the chaotic Christmas holiday feel. season lurking ahead.

28 november 2015 | sydneyobserver.com.au home & garden Christmas ready by November

Hope William-Smith PLAN IN ADVANCE Buy early! Christmas paper, cards and Getting spruced up for the decorations are best purchased between Christmas season is easier than you think Christmas and New Year when there this year with our handy tips for stress are still quality choices. They are also free Yuletide. Even if you feel like that exceptionally affordable! Find a safe and last minute rush is inevitable, there are easy to remember place at home where quick and efficient ways to start planning you can store things throughout the year. your Christmas season before December Red and green basics can be bought all hits, plus simple DIY ideas to help save year round and most shops begin their those extra dollars. From smart and Christmas stock in October, allowing for affordable shopping to selective planning, plenty of time in the lead up to December. get yourself into gear early this year for a Remember to reward yourself! Christmas cracker of a Christmas. Chaos is the ghost is a time for rest and enjoyment. of Christmas past! Interweave enjoyable Christmas tasks with the ones you find less appealing to keep yourself motivated. ATMOSPHERE MADE EASY Create your very own Christmas CHOOSE A THEME scent jars in less than 5 minutes! Place 2 Whether you are going for a tablespoons of cloves, 3 cinnamon sticks, traditional red and green, a European half a slice of orange and half a slice of snowy blue and silver, or a sophisticated lemon into a small saucepan with 4 cups white and gold, make sure your Christmas of water. Simmer on low to release the has a colour theme. This will make fragrance, then put ingredients into a it far easier for shopping, right from quart-sized jar, adding enough water to decorations to simple essentials like fill to the top. Close securely for storage serviettes or tulle. Be selective in your and keep in refrigerator. It can be shopping; when browsing, this allows you simmered over and over again to add a to only have certain styles of decorations heady festive aroma to your house! or colours you need to be looking at. Before you start a mad shop, clear out the boxes and cupboards from last year to see which annual decorations you will be CREATE A PLAN Success Resources suggest setting using. aside just half an hour to put pen to paper and make a list of everything you need for Christmas and when it needs to be CHRISTMAS DINNER PREPARATIONS done. This can include shopping, cooking, At the end of the day, Christmas decorating, wrapping, and organising. dinner is like any other roast and plenty By writing it down and working from of elements can be preprepared well in it, you can be sure that none of your advance. Make a tasty Christmas gravy plans are left out! Rather than rushing long before your main event and keep it around in short periods, plan one day frozen until the day. Home made stuffing in your calendar where you can get also freezes well for up to a fortnight almost everything done at once. Choose and, once defrosted, can be in the oven a day where you can take a friend or faster than you thought! Vegetables can family member who can help you shop also be cut and prepared in freezer bags efficiently, easily and enjoyably! Two in the fridge in the days leading up to reindeers are better than one! Christmas, ready to be added to your Ham and Turkey for cooking.

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32 november 2015 | sydneyobserver.com.au home & garden Is asbestos hiding in your home?

Stephanie Stefanovic

We’ve all heard about asbestos, Crock pots Outdoor toilets the fibre commonly used in building If you’ve got an old crock pot that If you live in an older home, chances materials in the 1970s and earlier that was handed down to you by a relative, are you have an outdoor toilet. While was later found to be carcinogenic. It’s or perhaps you’ve been using the same they’re not so popular now, outdoor usually found in places like ceiling tiles, crock pot for the past 25 years or so, it toilets were very common in houses built pipe insulation, wall paper and vinyl might be time to upgrade. Prior to the in the 70s and earlier. The materials flooring, but you’d be surprised at how regulations around asbestos, it was used used to build these toilets was very many other places it could be hiding in in the lining between the outer and inner much the same as the materials used to your home. pot to retain heat, and in the electrical build homes at the time, which means cord to prevent fires. While the type of that asbestos was often included. If your asbestos (chrysotile) used in crock pots outdoor toilet is run down (as such old Baby powder is not carcinogenic, it’s certainly toxic toilets tend to be), this increases your Baby powder is made up of talc, and not something you want surrounding chances of exposure to asbestos, which is which can often contain tremolite your food. something to be aware of. asbestos. Australian manufacturers may take safety measures to prevent the presence of tremolite in their mined talc, Electrical meter boxes but many foreign manufacturers have less If your home was built before 1988, it’s likely that your electrical meter box strict regulations about the presence of contains asbestos. Electrical back boards were often manufactured using asbestos to asbestos in their products. If your baby prevent fires and resist electrical arcing. Many electrical boxes were also made with powder is not Australian-made, you may asbestos-containing sheeting as thermal insulation inside the box, and asbestos- want to avoid using it unless you find containing materials in the door to the electrical box. Asbestos-containing meter boards that the company does indeed restrict were manufactured under several product names – Lebah, Ausbestos, Miscolite, and asbestos-use in their products. Zelemite. If your electrical box is stamped with one of these names, make sure to inform any electrical workers that will come into contact with the box.

sydneyobserver.com.au | november 2015 33 wellbeing Health Corner Hope William-smith THE BENEFITS OF DUMBBELLS ACAI BOWL GOODNESS What can look like a complicated Pronounced (ah-sigh-ee) and GURU YOGA piece of gym equipment that comes with native in Trinidad and Tobago and Brazil, GuruYoga is a yoga app like no a hard use and muscles only manual the Acai berry is small purple fruit of other - the perfect companion to your daily is surprisingly easy for all. Simple the Euterpe genus which, when blended, stretching routine. Working in conjunction dumbbell swings with any weight localise looks and tastes like ice cream and is a with the My Yoga Guru book, the app a group of muscles known collectively breakfast dream come true. Acai bowls are allows you to view all the yoga poses as your posterior chain - basically your almost like a thick smoothie topped with available in the book, create, save, and hamstrings, glutes, lower back, and core. other berries or fruit, seeds and nuts. Acai adapt your own sessions, view and pre- By strengthening these muscles with easy puree is often mixed with frozen banana load sessions and monitor your activity to do dumbbell exercises you are making or strawberries and thinned out with soy, and progress. In addition to creating your your muscles leaner and more defined, coconut or almond milk. The Acai berry own sessions, GuruYoga also suggests whilst also protecting your lower back has been popularised by both its taste and session for you dependent on your level from risk of injury. Dumbbells are also health benefits and can be found in the and available time. There is an easy to perfect for your cardiovascular routine - to freezer section of supermarkets and health search database of single exercises which turn dumbbell swings into a cardio drill, food stores. Simply blend frozen sliced are divided by level and purpose. These use a light weight for a longer amount fruits with Acai berries or powder, milk of include upper or lower body flexibility, of time. Three to six sets of 20 to 50 choice and 1/2 tablespoon of honey, then concentration, relaxation, and breathing. swimming, or a timed circuit where you top with fresh fruit, goji berries, muesli Whether you’re into sun salutations, or swing the dumbbell for 30 seconds, rest for clusters or seeds. Acai bowls are packed more of a downward dog type of yogi, 15 seconds and repeat this 10 times, will full of antioxidants and the ideal way to GuruYoga is a must have to reach your yoga provide a challenging but do-able cardio start the summer days. goals. workout.

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54 1958 - 2012 wellbeing Oral Health, Aging, and Mental Health

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It has been estimated that by the Medications that reduce anything from fracture. Fracture of a tooth in the mouth year 2050, over 20 per cent of the world’s blood pressure, pain, hay-fever, fluid may have dramatic effects, particularly if population will be over the age of 80. retention, asthma, all have the ability to the tooth in question was a front tooth or a The population of older adults may reduce salivary flow resulting in decay. key support for a partial denture. be divided into three groups: Functionally Decay Rate Mental Health independent older adults, Frail older Previous gum recession exposes more As the population age, so does the adults, and functionally dependant older root surfaces to potentially damaging number of people suffering dementia. adults. Approximations of percentages of effects of tooth decay. Root surface Current data suggests that the prevalence these groups within the population are is softer than tooth enamel, and this of dementia in the community varies from 70 per cent, 20 per cent and 10 per cent combined with a reduction in salivary flow 1 per cent in the 60-65year age bracket, respectively. increases decay rate. increasing to 30-50 per cent in the over Many of these patients have, with the Manual dexterity 85+ group. help of the dental profession, retained A reduction in effective cleaning due These problems are increasingly likely their teeth to an advanced age. However to arthritis and other age related problems to occur after the age of sixty years and there are a number of problem areas increases the risk of dental decay. the patient may live for another twenty facing the aging population as regards Eye Sight or thirty years in a gentle medical and their dental needs: A reduction in vision increases the physical decline. Dry Mouth & Saliva risk of dental decay due to poor cleaning. In order to minimise the effects of Saliva has the effect of lubrication, Heavily restored teeth decay in the aging population, regular taste, healing, digestion, dilution, buffering Teeth that have been heavily restored dental maintenance of all patients is of acids, and tooth remineralisation. with a number of fillings are prone to recommended.

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sydneyobserver.com.au | november 2015 35 wellbeing Movember 2015

Alex Dalland

They have defined the faces of “A 30-day fitness challenge, MOVE asks such as prostate and testicular cancer, some of this century’s most recognisable people to get active each day of Movember. and opening up dialogue to talk about people, from Miami Vice actor Tom Selleck Not only is it the opportunity for women the mental health issues that plague men. to celebrity wrestler Hulk Hogan and to get involved, they can also encourage Currently, 75 per cent of deaths by suicide Anchorman’s Ron Burgundy. And, at the the men in their lives to get active for their in Australia are male. start of this month, a host of Aussie men own physical and mental wellbeing.” “The truth we need to accept and are joining these icons by growing their Whether its going for a run, playing start talking about is that the rules of own whiskers to raise money and show team sports with friends or just getting masculinity prevent many men from solidarity for men’s health. out and walking more, the Movember team taking action when it comes to their Since 2003, the Movember movement say that no move is too small for spreading mental health, right at the very time has exploded across Australia and now the message. they need to most. Traditional notions of encompasses over 13 countries. The “It’s just about getting active each day masculinity are effectively killing some charity has raised almost $685 million of the month. Whether that’s riding a bike, men,” Movember foundation CEO Adam so far, and for 2015 the group will be walking the dog or getting off the tram one Garone says. introducing a new challenge. stop earlier, whatever suits you,” Villanti “This year, we’re introducing MOVE says. for the first time,” Paul Villanti, Executive And of course, the moustaches will be Director of the Movember Foundation back and better than ever. It’s all part of Participants can sign up for Movember says. attracting attention to men’s health issues or donate at au.movember.com.

36 november 2015 | sydneyobserver.com.au wellbeing Walk 4 Brain Cancer

Joanita Wibowo

This month, your walk might save raise a massive target of raising support of local communities, who rally a life. Cure Brain Cancer Foundation is $1 100 000 000. behind Walk4BrainCancer. holding the 8th annual Walk4BrainCancer “People attending the walks will be “Every dollar raised propels us (W4BC), a series of walking events across raising awareness and funds for world- closer to increasing the survival rate of Australia to raise awareness and funds for class clinical trials that will deliver vital brain cancer and accelerating lifesaving brain cancer research. new treatments for Australian children treatments for patients.” Brain cancer might not be the most and adults with brain cancer,” said Registrations are open for two widely recognised cause in Australia. spokesperson for Cure Brain Cancer organised walks in Sydney this month. However, according to Australian Bureau Foundation Luke Alexander. These walks, which are set to attract more of Statistics, brain cancer has been the “Cure Brain Cancer is challenging the than 1 000 people each, will be held at most frequent cause of death among status quo of brain cancer and helping to Centennial Park (November 1) and Manly children than any other disease. Only 2 in drive the biggest ever push to bring quality (November 29). The Manly event will 10 people will survive brain cancer for five clinical trials to Australia,” Chief Executive feature radio personality Grant Goldman years, and that has been the case for the Officer at Cure Brain Cancer Foundation as MC and world-renowned neurosurgeon last 30 years. Catherine Stace said. Professor Charlie Teo as one of the guest Since its conception in Centennial “This has the potential to radically speakers. Attendees will also be served Park in 2008, W4BC has continued to grow change outcomes for patients. But research with BBQ and entertainment after the in every state with thousands of people needs funding and none of this could be walks. participating. This year, W4BC aims to possible without the determination and walk4braincancer.com.au

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sydneyobserver.com.au | november 2015 37 wellbeing Food Safety Week

Joanita Wibowo

What causes food According to the Council, around “If you get food poisoning, seek poisoning, and how can we prevent a third of food poisoning cases in medical attention,” Ms Buchtmann it? How to tell facts from myths? These Australia are thought to be caused by says. are the main topics of 2015 Australian food handling mistakes in domestic “Early medical attention is Food Safety Week, which is held on environment. recommended, especially for these at 8-15 November this year. risk groups: the elderly, small children, With the theme ‘Did you know? To reduce the risk, people with reduced immune systems, (busting the food safety myths)’, the spokesperson for the Council and pregnant women.” Food Safety Information Council as the Lydia Buchtmann recommends The Council offers a mail-out of initiator of the Week aims to provide these tips: resource package consisting of fridge some insight into how to avoid food • Clean – wash hands with running thermometers, posters, brochures, and poisoning. water and soap them dry thoroughly DVDs for free. Community members As an illness, food poisoning is before starting to cook and after can also download informational caused by eating or drinking food handling raw meat or chicken. resources, do an online quiz on which is contaminated by bacteria, • Chill – transport chilled or frozen food safety and access a community viruses and/or toxins. food home from the shops in a package of a shell media release to “With an estimated 4.1 million cooler bag or esky. Use a fridge use for local event on the Council’s cases of food poisoning each year, it is thermometer to make sure your website. a serious issue – something that affects fridge is running at or below 5ºC. all of the Australian Community,” Food Refrigerate leftovers promptly. foodsafety.asn.au Safety Information Council Chair, Cooked food should be stored in Rachelle Williams says. covered containers and either “There are a lot of myths out there put in the fridge to cool, or frozen about what causes food poisoning, so immediately. Frozen foods should be during the Week we will be releasing defrosted in the fridge or microwave, the latest consumer research about not on the kitchen bench. what Australians understand about • Cook – cook chicken, minced or food safety, plus some simple tips to boned meats, hamburger, stuffed help people reduce their risk of getting meats and sausages right through sick.” until they reach 75°C using a The Council wishes to bust some meat thermometer. Serve hot food well-known myths, such as the five- steaming hot above 60ºC. Always second rule. follow cooking instructions on “The often quoted ‘five second packaged foods. rule’ that you can pick up food • Separate – food should be stored dropped on the floor and eat it if it in covered containers in the fridge has been there less than five seconds and put raw meats and poultry in just isn’t true,” spokesperson for the the bottom of the fridge so the juices Council Lydia Buchtmann says. don’t contaminate food on lower “Bacteria doesn’t keep a stopwatch shelves. Don’t put cooked meat back and wait before contaminating the on the same plate that the raw meat food.” was on.

38 november 2015 | sydneyobserver.com.au wellbeing National Skin Cancer Action Week

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More than 2000 people die skin cancer detection. The Cancer Council recommends that from skin cancer in Australia each year, With two in three Australians people protect themselves against the but most skin cancers can be prevented diagnosed with skin cancer by the age of sun through “slip, slop slap”. This means, by the use of proper and consistent sun 70, the week is particularly important in slipping on sun-protective clothing, protection. Heading into summer, the terms of reinforcing the importance for slopping on SPF30 (or higher) broad- Cancer Council Australia hosts National Australians to cover up. Our environment spectrum, water-resistant sunscreen and Skin Cancer Action Week annually, makes it easy to forget just how slapping on a broad-brimmed hat, seek taking place this year from November dangerous the sun is to our skin, and shade and slide on sunglasses. 15-21. Each year, the Cancer Council we need to be aware that consistent sun The Skin Cancer Council advises that Australia and the Australasian College protection is the key to prevention. you can’t “rely on sunscreen alone – also of Dermatologists join together for the The week will also reveal new data use a proper hat, clothing and sunglasses week to raise awareness and remind from the Cancer Council’s National Sun to complete your SunSmart look.” Australians of the dangers of the sun to Protection Survey, showing the latest It’s important to remind people of our skin. The 2015 theme is ‘it all adds trends in our sun protection behaviours. these measures and just how important up’, in reference to the unintentional UV This will be crucial to identifying they are to everyday habits that lead to damage Australians can accumulate when Australians’ approach to sun protection, further prevention of skin cancer. they forget sun protection. The aim of and how changes to this approach may the week is remind Australians of the minimise the number of Australians being importance of sun protection and early diagnosed with skin cancer each year. cancer.org.au

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sydneyobserver.com.au | november 2015 41 FOOD & WINE Brownie Pumpkin Pie with Pecan Topping

Marvellous Maslows Preparation time: 25 minutes 2 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice (or 1 mix together the pumpkin, vanilla, and Cooking time: 35-40 minutes & 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon, 1/2 tsp milk. In a small bowl, mix together the Serves: 8-10 • ginger, 1/4 tsp nutmeg) cornstarch, sugar, and pumpkin pie For pecan topping spice. Slowly add the dry ingredients INGREDIENTS 1/4 cup earth balance to the wet and mix well until all clumps For pumpkin brownie layer • 1/2 cup Sucanat (or brown sugar) are gone. Now add on top of brownie 1 cup canned pumpkin • 1/3 cup flour mixture. Garnish with grated chocolate 3/4 cup organic cane sugar • 3/4 cup pecans (I used a lemon zester to grate the • • Alex Dalland 1/4 cup coconut oil, softened chocolate). • • 3/4 cup all-purpose unbleached flour METHOD 4. For Pecan topping: Mix all ingredients • (other flours may work) 1. Preheat oven to 350F and grease a pie until well combined and sprinkle on top SINCE MOVING TO SYDNEY from hearty beef dumpling, • 1.5 teaspoon vanilla extract pan. of the pie. Noosa’s Bistro C on Hastings Street, has its origins in the 1 tablespoon cornstarch (or arrowroot) 2. For brownie layer: In a stand mixer 5. Bake for 35-40 minutes at 350F. Remove things have only been getting better for harsh Russian winters • 1/4 cup dutch processed cocoa powder or by hand, mix together the coconut from oven and cool for 20-30 minutes Maslows head chef Jack New. Starting out but combined with the • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt oil, pumpkin, vanilla, and sugar until and then move to the fridge to chill for as a pop-up cafe running out of a small light flavours of the • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda blended well. Sift in the flour, cocoa 1.5 hours. Pymble garage in December last year, beetroot broth and For• pumpkin pie layer powder, cornstarch, baking, soda, sea 6. Serve with ice cream if you want, and Maslows has gone from one strength to soured cream it made for • 1 cup canned pumpkin salt and mix until incorporated. Take enjoy! another – opening up a permanent cafe in a delicious opening to 2 tablespoon cornstarch (or arrowroot) the entire mixture and place in pie pan. Naremburn and now welcoming a ‘brew the meal without being • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Wet spatula and spread around evenly bar’ and dinner menu as their newest overpowering. • 1/3 cup organic cane sugar so it is smooth. additions. While entrees were • 3 tablespoon almond milk 3. For pumpkin layer: In a large bowl A set menu was provided with the brief and light meals, the • month’s title, reminding diners of the fresh mains proved to be much • produce that goes into each meal, which larger and a similar mix changes seasonally and provides variety of inspired combinations. for return customers. A great selection The lamb backstrap, with of dishes were available, with the menu roasted rhubarb, rhubarb November hotspots providing the impression that high-quality root reduction and peas, produce with a hint of Japanese influence was a delightful mix of would be the overarching theme of the sweet and flavoursome meal. rhubarb with perfectly Entrees were a Korean king prawn prepared lamb that was Maslows without enjoying one of their expertly cooked until renowned coffees. Maslows distinguishes juicy and tender. The themselves by using Melbourne based Grilled Swordfish with Seven Seeds coffee, and their exclusive Zucchini, Edamame Swedish-imported Drop Coffee. The coffee and Burnt Butter was was expertly prepared and it was easy far more savoury, to see how it could have inspired the with the burnt butter success of the restaurant from its humble nicely complimenting beginnings. the smoky swordfish For anyone who wants to experience flavour and the zucchini the finest of seasonal dining on the North and edamame balancing Shore, Maslows will be sure to impress, out the two with just a with their new menu proving that they hint of sweetness. do dinner just as well, if not better, than with watermelon, sesame and fennel, as While we didn’t try any of the dessert breakfast and lunch. A wide selection well as beef pelmeni with roast beetroot options, there is a brilliant selection of of dishes means there is something for dashi – a Japanese-style soup – and soured fruit and baked options, such as the tea everyone, and their perfect cup of coffee cream. The king prawn with watermelon, a poached pear with crème fraiche and makes for a great excuse to keep coming favourite combination in warmer weather, smoked lavender and the butterscotch back! was a perfect marriage of ingredients and mousse with beignets and toasted almond. provided a refreshing flavour. Pelmeni, a Of course it wouldn’t be a trip to maslows.com.au

42 NOVEMBER 2015 | SYDNEYOBSERVER.COM.AU food & wine Brownie Pumpkin Pie with Pecan Topping Recipe by Angela Liddon from ohsheglows.com

Preparation time: 25 minutes 2 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice (or 1 mix together the pumpkin, vanilla, and Cooking time: 35-40 minutes & 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon, 1/2 tsp milk. In a small bowl, mix together the Serves: 8-10 • ginger, 1/4 tsp nutmeg) cornstarch, sugar, and pumpkin pie For pecan topping spice. Slowly add the dry ingredients INGREDIENTS 1/4 cup earth balance to the wet and mix well until all clumps For pumpkin brownie layer • 1/2 cup Sucanat (or brown sugar) are gone. Now add on top of brownie 1 cup canned pumpkin • 1/3 cup flour mixture. Garnish with grated chocolate 3/4 cup organic cane sugar • 3/4 cup pecans (I used a lemon zester to grate the • 1/4 cup coconut oil, softened • chocolate). • • 3/4 cup all-purpose unbleached flour METHOD 4. For Pecan topping: Mix all ingredients • (other flours may work) 1. Preheat oven to 350F and grease a pie until well combined and sprinkle on top • 1.5 teaspoon vanilla extract pan. of the pie. 1 tablespoon cornstarch (or arrowroot) 2. For brownie layer: In a stand mixer 5. Bake for 35-40 minutes at 350F. Remove • 1/4 cup dutch processed cocoa powder or by hand, mix together the coconut from oven and cool for 20-30 minutes • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt oil, pumpkin, vanilla, and sugar until and then move to the fridge to chill for • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda blended well. Sift in the flour, cocoa 1.5 hours. For• pumpkin pie layer powder, cornstarch, baking, soda, sea 6. Serve with ice cream if you want, and • 1 cup canned pumpkin salt and mix until incorporated. Take enjoy! 2 tablespoon cornstarch (or arrowroot) the entire mixture and place in pie pan. • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Wet spatula and spread around evenly • 1/3 cup organic cane sugar so it is smooth. • 3 tablespoon almond milk 3. For pumpkin layer: In a large bowl • • November hotspots Sabrina Muysken

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sydneyobserver.com.au | november 2015 43 travel Escape to New Zealand Sabrina Muysken

Our little brother New Zealand has fast become a top travel destination for Aussie’s year round, and with good reason. Not only is this an affordable escape that’s merely a hop, skip, and a jump away, our Kiwi relatives boast some of the most incredible landscapes in the world. Believe it or not New Zealand is overflowing with things to do, leaving the hardest part of your trip in deciding what activities to enjoy first. And with the Aussie dollar struggling to hold its own, those Euro adventures are looking far less appealing. So, why not head across the ditch for some Southern Hemisphere fun? Queenstown Sitting on the shore of crystal clear Lake Wakatiu among dramatic alpine ranges, Queenstown is the ultimate place for the adrenalin seekers, with activities ranging from heli-skiing to Wellington bungee jumping. Not just for the thrill When we think of New Zealand the first city that usually seekers, Queenstown’s quaint village has springs to mind is Auckland. It’s time to separate from the flock something to offer for everyone. and head down to the all too often forgotten about capital, Wellington. The differences between Auckland and Wellington To do: aren’t dissimilar to those between Sydney and Melbourne. While Skyline Stargazing. Take a tour of the the northern sisters are notorious for their harbour beauty, the sky high above the surrounding snow- southern siblings are characterised by their unique charm and • capped mountains. bohemian-like quality. Dubbed the ‘windy city’, Wellington is Take a Gondola ride up the mountain sprawling with funky cafés and trendy fashion boutiques. and enjoy the breathtaking views. • Hold on tight and embrace the To do: excitement with a nail-bitting jet boat Take a walk down Cuba Street and grab a coffee from one of • ride through the narrow Shotover River the many local cafés. Canyons. • Head to Mount Victoria lookout to truly experience the spectacular panorama of the city. • Visit the national museum Te Papa and take in the awe- inspiring Gallipoli exhibition by Weta Workshop. •

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Bay of Islands Known for its stunning tropical beauty and rich history, the Bay of Islands is a subtropical micro-region off the North Island of New Zealand. If you love beaches, water activities, and the odd glass of wine, then look no further you’ve found your very own paradise.

To do: Spend an afternoon sailing on board Northland’s iconic tall ship • Are you for scuba? With purpose-sunk shipwrecks, fascinating marine-life, and • great visibility, this is a divers dream location! Experience the Maori culture, from rich historic sites such as the Waitangi • Historic Reserve – where the treaty that made New Zealand a British colony was signed – to the world’s largest Kauri Tree.

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sydneyobserver.com.au | november 2015 45 Clairvoyant DISCOVER THE NEW Ask clairvoyant Kerrie SEASON COLLECTION Interested Kerrie Erwin . in a Psychic reading? Email [email protected] with your name, D.O.B and question for our resident Clairvoyant Kerrie Erwin.

Usha, 1940 Where is my prince now? Do you believe in angels? As I tune into your energy I can sense you are a sentimental person with many fond and beautiful memories. You have learnt through life to let the These amazing spiritual HEARING ANGELS sad times go and just keep moving on. There are beings bring in so much needed There are many ways to many people around you that care about you so you light, joyful feelings, strong recognise the presence of angels are never really alone. I also can hear an elderly intuition, and inspiration and leave through the auditory senses. gentleman in the spirit world telling me to keep you with you with a strong sense Voices singing in the distance a sense of humour and that you are dearly loved. of wellbeing and deep peace from Sweet tingling bells or chimes You also have an affinity with animals. Your health deep within your soul. Never for For myself, I always imagine is improving and it is important to stay agile and a minute think you are alone as Christmas carols in my mind and keep yourself busy as I see travel coming up for you our loved ones in spirit and angel this sensation always puts a smile next year. Watch your joints and legs and keep them helpers are always with us to assist on my face, no matter how I am strong. us on our journey on earth. All you feeling. Thank you, Kerrie! have to do is say a little prayer, ask for help and expect a miracle. SMELLING ANGELS Jo, 1947 Will I ever meet my prince charming? Angels teach us that: Angels also let us know they are You are in a new cycle this year so its in with the Life is not serious- laugh more here by our sides through the sense new and out with the old. As it is reinvention time, I Creativity comes from humour of smell as they always have a very see next year as an opportunity to meet and mix with • and letting go pleasant sweet fragrance like roses • new people. As a very strong and intelligent woman Life is beautiful, like the colours or jasmine. it is up to you, to allow the right man into your life, as of nature. Personal angels are integrated • when you love you do with great passion. The man I We need to bring more joy and with our higher selves; they act as see you meeting will have overseas connections and play into our lives guides and teachers. • likes to travel. I feel you will meet him through social We learn to trust loving angels Guardian Angels are with us outlets next year, if you take the time to do this. and learn to trust and love always. We all have one guardian • A good way of opening yourself up to love and ourselves angel on earth who is with you all of creating an avenue for advancement in the love stakes Angels make life happier and the time. is by looking into a mirror and look deep into your easier and let us know that we are • eyes that are the windows of your soul and say never alone. “I am a beautiful and person and I love you. I am An angel is a guardian and now ready to meet my soul mate. Thank you” messenger from heaven and can LOVE AND BLESSINGS • This is a powerful affirmation technique and if be called upon at all times for Kerrie Erwin done everyday for three minutes will give you results. help. What a wonderful reading, it is so genuinely positive Angels do not control us, as they for me. It highlights my innermost wishes and I can love everyone unconditionally. www.pureview.com.au • look forward to a happy life.

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