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00 children strategies to deal with “strangers”...... 11 at the Sydney Observer. Not on- archibald prize - Roseville resident, Guy Morgan, ly have chocolate bunnies been reaches finals ...... 12 flowing through the office, we terracotta warriors - Hornsby meet with have also been working on a delegates from friendship city Xi’an...... 14 new look for the magazine. On the agenda 16 - 17 While experimenting with col- my school data - Schools on the North Shore out our and over indulging in choco- perform the NSW state average in NAPLAN...... 16 late has been fun, we also found PROFILE 18 - 19 the time to touch on some more catherine mack - We chat with Home and Away serious issues. star about her Logie nomination...... 18 We take an in depth look at education 20 - 27 the latest MySchool data to de- ABC’S &1,2,3’S - When is the prime time to start termine how the North Shore’s teaching your child basic skills? ...... 20 public and private schools essay prize - Knox Grammar student wins national fare against each other, and 00 12 prize for Australian history essay ...... 25 schools in other parts of Sydney school holiday special - Fun things to do with (p. 16). 44 kids during the break ...... 26 In preparation for the next set of school holidays we have also Lifestyle 28 - 45 00 put together a survival guide for Seniors Corner • Wellbeing parents and kids, to ensure fami- Home & Garden•Food & Wine • Travel lies make the most of their time off anzac special - Major General Gordon Maitland (p. 26). discusses his decorated army career ...... 30 So enjoy the holidays, en- sun safety - Adolescents keep tanning despite joy the magazine and let us the risk of skin cancer...... 35 00 know what you think about our room transformations - Fun ways to bring new new look!

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by Cr Elaine Malicki* this modern new centre. While it has had made but do not get involved in the process continue to frustrate me. Notably has been Ku-ring-gai is going through very our Ward Summits the works at the mall exciting times and I want to share that its detractors it was fascinating that at consultations which I attended supported with you. residents from other areas asking for similar thePhillip shopkeepers’ Mall at West ideas Pymble for the changes. where many Though we may not appreciate the units improvements.were almost universally praised with While we appreciate constructive We have purchased the old SUN building the consequential developer contributions havemushrooming resulted in along new and the refurbished Paciic Highway parks chambers. I have sat in council meetings whencriticism a project isnt it better is completed? to get involved Council when has and ovals. at Paciic Hwy Gordon for new council manyCouncil options is planning for people rather to than become complaining involved We have a new state-of-the-art Council not too long ago the roof fell in during a in decision making. We have a great new Depot to help us serve the residents better. stormwith rainwater causing massivepouring damage.into the room Dozens and of This replaces a series of run-down sheds and garages that were almost primeval! West website where you can have your say contact Pymble Pool is receiving a new $13 million withsta werenew chambers. relocated for several months It is yourme on eye Facebook out for many subscribe of our publications. to my Mayoral deinitelyWhenever time tocouncil move developsinto the st a new century park column come to a council meeting or keep Our neighbourhood centres are being *Cr Elaine Malicki is the Mayor of Ku-ring- upgradedfacelift with with an indoorWest Pymble pool gym Mall and the cafe most we consult widely with our community gai. She is the Council’s longest serving recent to be completed. Residents at the or building or plans to sell or develop land female councillor, having represented Comenarra and Gordon Summits praised People who complain after a decision is Comenarra Ward since 1991.. before a inal decision is made

reflecting Jonathan O’Dea on anzac Member for Davidson day by Jonathan O’Dea ANZAC DAY MESSAGE Anzac Day provides an opportunity for reflection. Its focus is on those brave men who stepped ashore on 25 April Member for Davidson Jonathan O’Dea thanks those 1915 under a hail of gunfire to establish a foothold in Gallipo- who have served our country and provides the following li. Over the years we have also come to remember those who information on the - Roseville RSL Sub Branch’s 80th ANZAC Day Service nam and even Afghanistan. and Wreath Laying Ceremonies: foughtSome in paidsubsequent the ultimate conflicts sacrifice including in defence World of theWar freedoms Viet Sunday 21 April 3pm Roseville Memorial Club, Pacific Highway, - & riences.we enjoy Some today of never their tostories see theirhave homelandbeen included or loved in a onesnew Thursday 25 April 5am again HoweverOn the many Front more Line returned to tell of their expe Roseville Memorial Garden (adjacent to Club) of Roseville. I will be laying copies of the book during this Lest we forget book called written by Michael Hambrook- years Anzac Ceremonies at the Roseville Memorial Club Ox Suite 8A, 12-18 Tryon Road, Lindfield NSW 2070 ford Falls Peace Park Glenaeon Retirement Village at Belrose Phone: 9880 7400 Fax: 9880 7488 Lest we forget. Email: [email protected] Forestville RSL Club and St Johns Church Gordon www.jonathanodea.com.au Authorised by Jonathan O’Dea MP using parliamentary entitlements 8JonathanSydney ODea Observer Member |april 2013 for Davidsonsydneyobserver.com LOCAL NEWS | opinion It’s all about balance

by Dugald Mackenzie* - Whatever we do has to be based on - Is development a dirty word? Let’s lightingtion feesand whichthe like in cannotturn means be upgrad gener- destrians and bikes. Traffic congestion look at the whole picture. We live in a al services like parks footpaths signage needspeople to movement be addressed meaning with all cars propos pe- city that is growing fast and where eve- main arteries will continue to look tired als. Most importantly we need to radical- anded Alsorun down. the streetscape There is no along incentive various for ly change our thinking. - ryone wants to live In a perfect world “On the north shore thewe wouldntcase with liveSydney. on theSydney best has soils grown but a communityFor example debate when on looking how high at Gor we use them for agriculture but thats not we are blessed with don Town Centre instead of having of necessity and as a result we are con- natural beauty that bigger picture items. Like using the air- stantlynot with back a master peddling plan andin mind putting but ourout unlike others parts of spacemake over buildings the railway change line the as debateWillough to- finger in the dyke trying to resolve the - ever growing tensions between physical Sydney, has not been ing and road system around that devel- stripped bare by urban opmentby Council that has alleviates done developing highway congesa park- On the north shore we are bless- sprawl.” - edgrowth with transportnatural beauty and the that environment unlike oth- change and linking this with a new road networktion having above an the underground railway line bus running inter - aller partsareas of of Sydney Sydney hashave not to been play strippedour part munity and in fact it adds extra costs to bare by urban sprawl However we like change no economic flow on to the com thefrom local Boundary community Road to centres the F should be we have our cake and eat it too? The an- facilities or those facilities over charging meetingOn the places other for side the community. of the ledger They all in urban growth so the question is Can- tothe recoup community losses via on quantitiesrate charges due lack to the of should provide the right balance of serv- derstanding on both sides of the fence fact that people generally shop outside forswer this is toyes happen. but there Simply has pushing to be an for un no - with the low density nature of the ma- development is naive and counterpro- - jorityices for of thatthe area. community while keeping ductive and yet over development is also itythe like local Parramatta municipality Road. In effect the Pa counterproductive in many ways. cific Highway could end up lacking vital Let’s look at the negative develop- 10 plus story buildings line the streets all sides. We can have both we can make it On the other hand go to areas where- work but we need cooperation from or allowing development in areas where ural beauty and densities that change youment know outcomes it can’t Sayor won’t no happento everything means theand vibeyou haveand remove a loss of the light community a loss of feel.nat * Dugald Mackenzie is the director of a serious reduction in income from Sec- So where do we go from here? Mackenzie Architects, Castlecrag.

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sydneyobserver.com Sydney Observer |april 2013 9 LOCAL NEWS | Snippets PARKING PROBLEMS More nurses for Northern Sydney by Kate Lilly dents to set up car-pooling with people in their The NSW Government has recruited Lindfield residents and Univer- has been reserved for drivers with passengers a record number of nurses since the elec- - andlocal UTS area has During engaged the day a car oncampus park operator parking to tion, with 47,500 working in public hos- dents are competing for street parking fol- maximise the available space. pitals across the state. This means there lowingsity of the Technology closure of two Sydney car parks UTS at stu the - are 340 more nurses in the Northern Syd- UTS Ku-ring-gai campus. al 565 bus service during the autumn semes- ney Local Health District, with an addi- The university has received a number ter. TheIn addition bus operates UTS on is a trialling continuous an addition loop be- tional 900 doctors. Member for Davidson, of complaints regarding students who park - Jonathan O’Dea has welcomed the news. around or across residents’ driveways. He said: “The NSW government is getting tween Lindield Station and the campus dur on with the job of supporting frontline some students have to walk two kilometres to ing peakUTS has hours also fromrequested amam council approval and Following the sale of the car parks in forpmpm a new shuttle service to operate between with quality care when they need it most. The Ku-ring-gai Campus is due to close the campus and Queen Elizabeth Oval. Thestaff NSW and governmentensuring patients made area pre-elec provided- get to their lectures from Lindield station - Community feedback for this proposal tion commitment to recruit an additional ed a number of initiatives to encourage alter- can be made by emailing [email protected]. 2,475 nurses, and have now well exceed- nativein transport In the meantime arrangements. UTS has These implement include au before April 5. ed that target.” ‘Jayride’ an online community allowing stu- Fox Valley Crash Advantaged Ku-ring-gai On March 21 a 68-year-old man crashed his car after allegedly losing consciousness Ku-ring-gai has been named Aus- ed as Australia’s most advantaged area. while driving along the Pacific Highway. tralia’s second most advantaged Local SEIFA analyses a number of socio- The Toyota Camry was heading north on Government Area. economic factors to form indexes in the highway before it crossed three lanes of The third release of 2011 Census da- four categories. traffic and collided with a traffic pole before ta, on March 28, included the release of “SEIFA broadly defines relative socio- stopping. The driver was taken to the Royal the Socio-Economic Indexes for Areas economic advantage and disadvantage North Shore Hospital with suspected chest (SEIFA), which ranks areas in Australia in terms of people’s access to material and injuries, and a 17-month-old child who was according to relative socio-economic ad- social resources, and their ability to par- a passenger was taken to the same hospital vantage and disadvantage. ticipate in society,” said director, Meth- with minor injuries. Police are awaiting a Ku-ring-gai came second to Pepper- odology Data Management Division, Dr blood test before taking further action. mint Grove, WA, which has been record- Phillip Gould.

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Steering clear of strangers Police encourage parents to develop safety strategies with their children. by Rose Moloney in both cases the children were left un- The most common perpetrators identi- - - Throughout March Horsnby Police mand has issued a warning to parents and received two reports of children being ap- carersharmed advising the Kuringgai them to Localeducate Area children Com timesied are in maleslocations of varying close to ages schools Immediate is where about safe people and safe locations. thesely before incidents and after mainly school occur. start and inish On March 14 an eleven year old boy Avoidance Strategies wasproached approached by unidentiied by a Caucasian adults male while 1. Walk with your children in your local ar- riding his bike. The male was sitting in his ParentsWe think are itsencouraged timely to to get talk the to wordtheir ea and locate safe places like schools. childrenout there about said whatSenior to Constable do in the eventCleary they 2. Identify the people you trust in the area the boy rode home. - who your children can go to if they feel car andIn a toldseparate the victim incident to geton March in however 15 an- scared or unsafe. other victim was approached by a male of are approachedSenior Constable by a stranger Cleary Tell suggests the chil de- 3. Make sure your children are aware of Indian appearance in Turramurra. The male velopingdren that plans its ok with to say children no he teaching said them their surroundings. It is important they attempted to start a conversation with the how to get to safe people and places if they concentrate on their surroundings rath- are approached and stresses the impor- er than burying their heads in books or listening to iPods. victimKu-ring-gai saying Sorry police I dont Senior want Constable anything More Information: Paulfrom Clearyyou I am said just these trying incidents to be friendly are spo - betance used of as children a way to avoiding entice them teases into getting These www.police.nsw.gov.au/community_is- intoteases a car. could be things like lollies which can sues/crime_prevention/schools radic and come in spits and spats While Driving School Learn to drive at Honda Australia Roadcraft Training • A 1 hour learner lesson is equal to 3 hours in your learner logbook* • All level of experience catered for • Ask about your FREE driving lessons from Keys 2 Drive Also Available: Nationally accredited 4WD and ATV for individuals, fleets and groups. Dr David Goh Dr Theresa William

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sydneyobserver.com Sydney Observer |april 2013 11 LOCAL NEWS Morgan makes his mark Roseville resident Guy Morgan was a finalist in the 2013 Archibald Prize. by Rose Moloney servations and then painted solely using his good eye. North shore residents were over represented in this year’s list of Archibald Prize disciplined process was because if he had usedHe his saysdamaged the reasoneye to create for following the painting this Ku-ring-gai Council area - Guy Morgan; John as well as observe than he would have been Emmeriginalists Three and Sally of the Ryan. inalists live in the Self-portrait with fish and Peter Pan after retinal detachment. The works of these three Ku-ring-gai biggest challenge he faced was the fact that residents are now hanging in the Art Gallery whenpainting it came a distortion to painting of athe distortion distorted Theim- - of NSW alongside the work of this year’s win- - ing I didnt know it was there it was an ac age psychologically his good eye would ti cidentAsked But whether my wife he pointed thinks his it accidental out and I ner DelRoseville Kathryn resident Barton Guy who Morgan’s took the grand work dy it up inclusionkept it in of the boy who never grew old has Guyprize Morgan for her withportrait Peter of PanHugo after Weaving retinal de- says.You make it look better because you - tachment has an interesting story to tell. dontSome want may it to look be at as the ugly painting as it looks and ask he where the Peter Pan element comes in. Mor- a hidden meaning Morgan declines to com retinal detachment in his left eye. In his self- ment Im not going there thats up to the portraitEighteen he wanted months to agocapture Morgan how suered he looks a place it in the centre of the forehead of the willviewer be toon decide display at the Kaleidoscope Gal- through his damaged eye. So when paint- gan instructs take your left index inger and His selfportrait is part of a series which ing he used his damaged eye to make ob- - igure This tiny mark is Peter Pan lery Paddington from April to April Morgan says When I painted the paint Are we there yet?

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by Rose Moloney move this forward. They’re now [the Chi- nese delegation] going to go away and have For one week - a real think about what they want to do and cil hosted a group of four Chinese emissar- ies from the city ofin Xi’an.March A Hornsbyfriendship Coun city The Chinese delegation is expected to send their proposals directly to Council - by Council within the next two months. placerelationship to address exists how between both cites Hornsby could ben and- sendThe their friendship formal list agreement of proposals was to Horns estab- Xian so during the week discussions took

eit from their afiliation - Liang Wanqing and Steve Russell. lished in with the help of Baulkham Its always great to see our Chinese famed Terracotta Army. Hills resident Dr Anthony Cheung friends said Mayor of Hornsby Steve Rus Other discussions focused on how to Dr Cheung who was present at the- sell While the relationship does not cost- develop closer links between the people dentHornsby exchange meeting and said tourism the friendship and cultural city Council any money the whole community - relationship could lead to potential stu- beneitsOne fromof the shared more excitingideas and proposals a better putun menting a student exchange program. forwardderstanding during of this discussions ancient culture was the possi- of Xian and Hornsby Shire such as imple exchanges that will beneit both cities im - Council said all discussions were very in- mensely cil a replica of a terracotta warrior to be However a spokesperson for Hornsby However he said they are still only at bility that Xian could send Hornsby Coun more of a chat about what we could do to the starting point Rome wasnt built in a formal It wasnt really a meeting it was day but hopefully over the next decade we displayed considering Xian is home to the can make some big strides Fight to save local bushland Roseville Chase residents unite to prevent the potential sale of community bushland. by Rose Moloney missioned two reports to assess the environmental impacts of re- Ku-ring-gai residents are petition- classifying the land and using it for ing to stop the reclassification of recre- A hydrologists report determined thatoperational the block purposesof land in question acts as ational community land at Babbage a riparian zone which prevents pollut- presentedRoad Roseville at a Ku-ring-gai Chase Council meet- ants from storm water runoff entering ing outliningOn March environmental two petitions concerns were as the main reason to stop reclassifying the report found that the area is home to a varietyMiddle ofHarbour native animalsA separate and biodiversity birds. Petition organiser and Roseville bushland as operational two petitions combined with past objec- Ms Hayes said There are eastern tionsChase brings resident the Robyntotal number Hayes saidin opposi these- waterA spokespersondragons echidnas for the lots Council of possums said tion to 450-500 people. sell the land for residential purposes. bandicoots and lots of birds there Theational revenue Kuringgai raised from would a potential be able sale to Council as a piece of land that could be issue for a lot of people is once it’s gone would go towards funding the construc- that the land has been earmarked by The bushland is beautiful and the tion of West Pymble pool. until the issue goes to an independent - Residents of Roseville Chase com- hearingsold however on April no 11. decision will be made its gone said Ms Hayes 14 SydneyIf the Ob landserver is | reclassifiedapril 2013 sydneyobserver.com as oper LOCAL NEWS

philip mall opening On March 16, IGA in Philip Mall, West Pymble celebrated its 25th anni- versary. The day was a fun-filled occasion, with punters enjoying the sausage sizzle and jumping castle. It was also an opportunity for locals to see Ku-ring-gai Council’s recent makeover of Philip Mall. The revamped centre has new outdoor dining areas and a central open activities area for small events. Although the renovations at the mall have faced criticism from some storeowners and residents since their completion in December, people were upbeat on the day.

sydneyobserver.com Sydney Observer |april 2013 15 On the agenda

5 years on; What does the My School website tell us about our schools? by Kieran Gair works. Despite impressive academic re- The income per student that Killara - Five years of - behind in regards to spending on school - est funding data and overall rankings of sults local public schools are lagging far strippedHigh School by receives local private schools and Chats such NAPLAN results the lat primary and high schools in the North- wood High Schools is far out- that public and private schools on Syd- erninfrastructure Sydney area In only received our $13 public mil- ney’smore norththan shore schoolsare achieving have revealedremark- lion in capital works expenditure and as KnoxDespite Grammar these differences andKillara Abbot and ably high results across all academic none of this included a new school or Chatswoodsleigh achieved well above the state platforms. building. We have years of backlog in mi- and national averages in both literacy Despite significant differences in the and numeracy tests. income that independent schools on the Data from the My School website re- The impressive results achieved by vealednor capital that works some independentsaid Mrs Croft schools are spending upwards of $20 million a schoolsnorth shore across receive per student up to north shore high schoolsin the both region’s public thethree region times have more in some cases public and private were reflectedprimary further schools. down experienced the 900 Local pub- 800 highest growth 700 rate of any area Catholic schools 600 lic private and across Sydney. 500 all achieved well - 400 above the state ident of the 300 average in liter- Vice Pres Northern Syd- 200 School Average acy and numer- ney Council of acy. In 2012 the 100 State Numeracy Average Parents and Cit- 0 state average for izens Associ- year five reading

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sive growth in Chatswood High School age of over 530. enrolments in Numeracy average of North Shore year nine students against the NSW state average. Social com- the area’s pub- year on new buildings and facilities. a phenomenal rate across the north outstanding results achievedmentator by writer north lic schools Enrolments have risen at- shoreand lecturer schools Jane is linkedCaro believes to the highthat the so- - is planningPymble Ladieson replacing College their which 50 hadmetre an cio-economic and educational status ucationshore saidis highly Mrs valued Croft Weright have across excel the outdoorincome per pool student with anof indoor poolin and lent schools excellent teachers and ed fitness centre. The facility will cost the shows that it isn’t the ownership of the As well as revealing the success of the regions parents The research community it’s the socio-economic background that School website also shows how much publicschool schools million that moremake than up the the North entire- school that creates good results rather- moneyof schools is spent in the at NAPLANeach school tests on thecapital My erncost Sydney of capital region. works spent on the traordinarily luxurious facilities to pro- 16 Sydney Observer |april 2013 sydneyobserver.com the child comes from You dont need ex On the agenda

in public schools on the north shore - LAN tests confirm what we already knew videThroughout a good education the region but every the school north –tradition that the of northbreeding shore success has great The indeNAP- shorehad a offershigher a thanvariety average of choices score on the thewere excellence due to social of educationnetworks deliveryrather than on My School website Index of Communi- the My School data Word of mouth is- whilependent funding public is and important catholic it’sschools certain - measures the education and affluence of the north shore said Ms Stavert Par ly notThese the only results factor. demonstrate Ultimately what that eachty Socioeducational child’s family. Advantage which theyents are impressedconfident inwith the what public the system public matters is that the students are motivat- NSW teachers federation organiser not because of a website but because - schools can do for their kids ed families are supportive and staff are for Hornsby and Middle Harbour Fion The federal member for Bradfield committed caring and capable ie Stavert said that growing enrolments Paul Fletcher said that the area had a APRil SEMinARS 15-26TH Holiday Term 2 Bookings n English AOS Paper Skills & knowledge n Strategies for Study, Assessment & Exams Smart Moves n HSC Stress Solution - English lifesaver Seminars ™ WHO ARE WE? CoachingAustralia Pty Ltd Smart Moves Coaching™ Australia consists of a dedicated team of professionals under the guidance of Walter Sprinkle (B.S. Modern History and Grad Dip., Ed.). Our enthusiastic staff is comprised of highly motivated individuals who enjoy teaching and love their respective subjects. “We love coaching young people and helping individuals achieve Realise your potential! academically.” – Walter B. Sprinkle TESTiMOniAlS: 2010 Sasha - Abbotsleigh (99.60) “95 in English, I could not have done it without you!” Term 2 Bookings 2011 Elloise - Barker (91.90) “Thanks to you (Walter) and Tom. I couldn’t be happier with my marks, I’m over the moon and so is my family.” for 2013 now available. 2012 lilly - PlC (91% in English) “Walter, I’m extremely happy. Many thanks for Call Now for: your support.” Our motivated staff provides students with the knowledge they need to • Seminars for HSC Trials • Maths/Chem/Bio/Physics answer complex questions. In turn our students gain the confidence to challenge themselves and problem solving skills to improve their marks and achieve their • English AOS paper • Ancient & Modern History academic potential. And for just $35 you can get your copy CAll nOW fOR OuR TERM 2. BOOkingS fOR 2013 nOW AvAilABlE! of “Your Peaceful Place” Where: level 1, 43 Hill St, Roseville 2069. by L. Toltz & S. MacGregor Call now for Term 2 bookings: 9416 4222 n www.smartmoves.com.au

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18 Sydney Observer |april 2013 sydneyobserver.com profile | catherine mack

Away from Home Catherine Mack talks about the Logies, Summer Bay and her hopes of a career in film.

by Rose Moloney Although she gets to shoot in one of Syd- It’s that time of year again. Designer York before scoring a gig on Home and Away Some of Australias most famous ilm dresses have been chosen. The red carpet is actors started their careers on Home and being laid. The champagne is chilling. Celeb- neys most beautiful locations Palm Beach Away Chris Hemsworth Isla Fisher and rities are practising their award acceptance don’tit isnt get all afun lot in of the down sun timeThe cast on set.ilm Mack a lot Heath Ledger became household names faces in the mirror and stylists are prepping of footage in a small space of time so they Mackafter spendinghopes the someexperience time inshe Summer gains work Bay- ingLike on the the many show that will havehelp her gone to beforeeventually her says the work environment is fast paced so Weekfor last Logie minute awards. fashion disasters Yes you its important to always be on your game - guessed it its the week before the Sydney TV MackYou reallydoesn’t have seem to to be be prepared quite as every pre- transition into ilm She says she would love Observer single day to have the freedom to play dierent char In the lead up to the big night acters and explore dierent roles for more chatted with Home and Away star- pared for the Logies She confesses I dont continuallyinite periods be of challenged time so that I’m con- Catherine Mack about her irst nomination knowThis any mayof the be plans because where the were nomination staying tinuallyIn an growing ideal world and learningI would newjust love things to Mack is nominated for Best New Female Tal I dont even know what Im wearing - and I think there’s such an opportunity for admitsent for inher real portrayal life she ofdoesn’t Summer bare Bay any school simi- gies nod never really crossed her mind un- laritiescouncillor to her Natalie on screen Davidson character. Although she tilcame she as saw a surprise her picture to Mack on the who preliminary says a Lo nomination list. that in ilm But for now shes quite happy- thoughcalling Summer she was Bay born her andhome raised on screen in Mel - WhileAccording she to admires Mack Natalies Natalie’s a determi bit of a- with a shot at a Logie this year. Steve Pea- As for her home o the screen Al goody two shoes who sticks by the rules She isnt the only Summer Bay resident - it’s time for her character to have some fun. bourne and has lived in both New York and nation to solve others problems she thinks forcocke both who the plays Gold Braxand Silveron the Logie show Awards. one of LA Mack still professes her love for Syd Catherines past love interests is nominated ney Now that the weathers so beautiful I think that she really just needs to spice it McDonald is a contender in the ‘Most Pop- its been amazing to go swimming at Bondi up a bit and let loose she takes work way While another newcomer to the show Will in the mornings and check out the dierent hastoo seriouslyworked hard to get to where she is now. Away itself is nominated for its tenth year in areas like the Blue Mountains Its just such She Thisstudied is ironicacting comingin Los Angeles from Mack and Newwho aular row New for theMale ‘Most Talent Popular category Drama Home Series’. and Melbourne.a stunning city Good luck Catherine! The Logies will be held on April in

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When is it the right time to start teaching children their ABC’s ? by Marny Yu* more that I observe early childhood ex- I think that it might be! I recently walked into a library and tend a school However the more and startI schoolcan only But imagine is this that the rightchildren answer who observed a young child sitting with her of the fence that considers that chil- drenperiences are capable the more and I passionate sit on the learn side- focuses on fun must be a better approach ers who deserve the right to be taught to tolearn the their rote learningABCs and expected s in by a waythe timethat mother on the sofa askingWhat is this they start school. We all remember the theletter child’s The learning mother and replied questioned that it was her but through an interactive and practi- years of learning our times tables by re- an e she then attempted to extend caltheir approach full potential that enhances not just throughand extends play - their learning. daughter by asking what sound does an I must not be the only person who sayciting the time least. and time again x x childe make repeated The child her mother did not and know continued the an thinks this way as I have recently ob- x unpleasant and unsatisfying to toswer listen but to her the mother rest of told the herstory anyway asking the an served some new and unique approach- When is the right time for a young child assortment of questions along the way. es to early childhood learning in the con- However the question still lingers This got me to thinking about how young text of one hour ‘school readiness class- I think that it is fair to say that it is not es’. These classes teach youngsters from whento start the learning Department their of ABCs Education and deemss - is too young to teach a child their ABCs in an enjoyable and encouraging envi- interest in the world around them. was Withinstilled a Mastersin me that of children Teaching should spe ronmentthe ages ofthat toutilises their the ABCs ‘fun’ andfactor s and it to be but when the child shows a true notcialising be subjected in Early Childhood to any type the of notion for- - * Marny Yu, Master of Teaching (E.C.) mal learning until they are ready to at- ing it into confidence by the time they BCs. Early childhood studies. converts it into knowledge transform

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20 Sydney Observer |april 2013 sydneyobserver.com education DRAWING FOR A CAUSE Autism Spectrum Australia is urging Northern Sydney to get creative and support families living with autism. by Kate Lilly a number of education programs in the north-

For most of prevalent statistics suggest that about 1 in 100 - ern suburbs for children with autism The bal communicationus wordsis a daily come struggle. naturally As partBut - for many children on the autism spectrum ver raisingpeople haveManager. an autism spectrum disorder says around Australia are running the ‘Drawtism’ Laura Kingsbury Aspects Community Fund Karen Forrai and her daughter Zara. campaignof Autism – Awarenessa fundraiser month that’s raising organisations awareness by inviting people to host social games of so givingIt aects people a hugea way number to talk about of families autism and and I Pictionary. explainthink its the also experience quite a misunderstood of autism is useful disability . . . to - respondedparent that reallyactually well devastated to the early me intervention. trate a concept or communicate a concept to - She’sWeve at the been low levelvery fortunateof normal in speech that shes but It can be very frustrating trying to illus- wardsreally spread maintaining that community early intervention awareness pro- she’s actually speaking and being able to com- - grammesIn NSW that the help funds equip being children raised will with go theto a team of players especially an abstract con- skills they need to attend mainstream school. the biggest impact. As soon as she was able to ceptly strong like aparallel feeling there says with illustrator what autistic and Draw kids municate what she wants For me thats been struggletism ambassador with every Brett day. Bower . . It can Theres illustrate a real in a when she learnt to take her hand and show us therapistKaren we Forrais saw told daughter us that she Zara would was learn non tell us what she wanted or didnt want or even toverbal communicate until the age but of they three couldn’t The irst guarantee speech To get involved: fun nonconfrontational way the frustrations wewww.drawtism2013.gofundraise.com.au saw a big dierence that autistic kids have Autism Spectrum Australia Aspect runs that she would learn to speak she says As a

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by Dr Mark Carter * atop the MLC Centre where he worked I asked a young teacher recruited from a in a prestigious legal firm and was paid small town in western Queensland what Most people, whatever their age or many times that of a school teacher. We he found to be the greatest difference - talked about the differences in our pro- between his former school and his new fessional circumstances. I admit I held school. I anticipated a response related background can recount with some pas to the size of the school or the affluence hadsion strong their memories positive influences and experiences on them. at Theseschool teachers and in particularwe remember teachers fondly who for tena certain hour drivelevel ofwestwards envy of the I reflected money the on their enduring contributions to our lives. hisview observation and the prestige of my professional But during cir the- hereof the I schoolhave nine community colleagues but in he my replied facul- Recently a former student wrote to two of tyThe who biggest have nearly difference 200 years for me of profes is that- worthwhile. All I do is make money for sional experience which I can draw on. - cumstances At least you do something inghis teachershow much I appreciated your men- More than thirty years on and a torshipI want and your to finish teaching this efforts email byduring say youngKerry Packer teacher is quoted in a nation- socialLast year justice I had -no access one to to ask high quality my time at Killara – I feel that it has been al daily newspaper as choosing a ca- teachingHerein for lies all children a fundamental and young issue peo of- a large contributing factor in all of my reer in teaching for the sense of purpose - and meaning it brings to his profession- nomic circumstance. Our good fortune you dearly. I hope you are both very well al life. Purpose and meaning are endur- tople live regardless close to many of location great schools or socioeco brings …achievements and that the to currentdate For students this I thank know ing themes central to teaching and ed- with it an obligation to extend these op- how lucky they are to have you both ucation. They are central to the intrin- portunities to many more young peo- sic rewards that flow from teaching in ple in the years ahead. A fair society and This is one of the delights and last- our local schools. It is part of the rea- strong democracy is grounded in quali- ingas teachers rewards of a career in teaching. The son our schools are often filled with experienced staff. will spring the teachers remembered fondlyty schools a century for all from and from now. these schools antime implicit worn but motivation no less forrelevant most phrase teach- be a relentlessly challenging job in other ers.making a difference springs to mind as settings.But there When is teacher no doubt quality teaching is at canthe *Dr Mark Carter has a thirty three year Many years ago when I was a much forefront in public debate it is timely to career in the NSW Department of younger teacher in a remote western reflect on the relative advantage we have Education and Training. He attended in the schools and teachers who serve Killara High School as a student and childhood friend during my school vaca- our community. Sometimes this advan- returned there in 2002 to take up the tionNSW visit town to ISydney. recall a We conversation stood in his with office a tage can be taken for granted. Recently position of principal.

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education Students working together Ku-ring-gai and Hornsby youth will tackle the issue of mental health in adolescents at a youth forum this month. by Rose Moloney - - sions with people that have experienced On April 10, 250 students from schools ry CommitteeSarah who which attended helped theto organise forum lastthe mentalpate in groupillnesses. work activities and QA ses - year and is now part of the Youth Adviso- er at a youth forum to discuss issues of ening her knowledge of mental health can improve their own schools and access mentalacross Hornsbyhealth. and Kuringgai will gath issues.event said She she plans is looking to bring forward back whatto broad she mentalThe health aim is resources to show studentsin their communi how they- - learns to help her peers at school.

The Hornsby Kuringgai Youth Fo chance to talk with peers and profession- ties said Ms Goh - Studentsrum inis being year nineheld at to Chabad twelve House from 20in On the day students will have the creasedThe demand Inaugural from Youth schools Forum wanting was held to St Ives to align with National Youth week last year at Abbotsleigh however due to in in the event. beals aabout strong issues focus facing on building youth resiliencesuch as study and venue this year. dierent schools are set to participate leadershipstress anxiety skills and to combat depression these There issues. will participate organisers had to ind a larger

Sarah Viapiana a year student at- the 20St local Leos schools Catholic attending College this Abbotsleigh year. talKuringgai illnesses Creative but about Arts how High mental School illness said Elizabeth Goh one of the forums and TheTurramurra event has High been School organised are amongst by the canIt wont come just from be year about 12 theand stigma the stresses of men of beproject an emphasis managers on providing said We students are changing with practicalup the format knowledge. a little bit Students this year will There partici will- other community organisations. Ofice of Matt Kean MP along with several the HSC It’s time to “Close The Gap” by Maddy Matheson We wanted to be involved in the Indig- - Redfern Jarjum College is a unique morningsenous Below members At Life of the for team Koori attended Kids com Life - munity ourselves so last year on Saturday school oering places to students who breakfast program for Indigenous children have fallen through the cracks of the edu for Koori Kids which is a Saturday morning andcation has system blossomed Led by into Mrs a Beatrice beautiful Sheen learning the Life for Koori Kids now attend Redfern Jarjum environmentschool opened addressing at the beginning the students’ of the every year in Surry Hills Many of the children who go to need to reach the levels of their peers. get the pleasure of visiting the school on Fri- Our team of 9 girls at Ravenswood School national Finals for Future Problem Solving. College Now that Jarjum has opened we also- for Girls in Gordon have been putting in all - - day afternoons The kids are simply amaz We are all so excited and honoured to be rep ing Of says course Emily we They wouldn’t are so have full of had energy this canour toeorts help closeto support the gap Jarjum between ABC Indigenous Clos andresenting the children Australia thrive says has Emilybeen as Leijer much teama re- amazingand enthusiasm experience without the support of ing the Gap our project is to do everything we member But the experience of seeing Jarjum - the Ravenswood and Indigenous communi- Many of the students who attend Red- dents and parents have been extremely gen- and nonIndigenous literacy levels and bring fernward Jarjum in itself College are Indigenous students. the Ravenswood community Teachers stu - We decided to fundraise for resources for Jar- ties closer together says Lauren Gale a team erous particularly when we ran the Sponsor member This is an issue we are all very pas A Book program to raise money for books for- sionate about and want to try and solve - nojum resources in particular when booksit was to and open. learning We’ve toolsfun- atingJarjum beautiful says Jessica handmade Hunter books team for member Jarjum ing The At theGap end in theof last Senior year Division our group for placed Com- draisedsuch as theover MultiLit $5 000 Kitfor resourcesas Jarjum hadwhich almost will The Junior School have been incredible cre munitynd in Australia Problem for Solving our project in the ABC National Clos Fu- - andduring aims our to Write bring A the Book Ravenswood competition and We Indig are- we will be travelling to America for the Inter- notenjoyable. only beneit the children in terms of vi enouscontinuing community our project closer setting together. new initiatives 24tureSydney Problem Ob sSolvingerver | Finalsapril 2013 In Junesydneyobserver.com this year tal literacy skills but make learning more education A young historian Knox student wins national award for essay about the Anzac legend. by Rose Moloney individuals who might have been forgot- ten by historians and the broader Austral- Kevin Kim, a year 11 student from Knox Grammar School has been awarded the Simpson Prize for his entry into the na- theian society anzac legend said Kevin is still important be- tionwide essay competition. The Simp- cause He it saidtells heus aboutalso aimed the inception To show of that our son Prize is an annual competition that asks entrants to explore issues of Austral- - - nernational out of independent 1066 entries Australian from 122 image schools acrossHis Australia. essay was As selected the winner as the of win the ian historyThis year’s Kevin essay said questionhe felt greatly asked hon stu- oureddents to to investigate win the prize how primary sources Turkey for two weeks in April 2013 and Simpson Prize Kevin will travel to - Kevin Kim and Bradfield MP Paul ence and contribute to the origins of the Fletcher at the presentation ceremony. been to Turkey before so this should be a Anzacoer an Legend. insight Kevin’s into the essay Gallipoli took aexperi deep- attend Anzac Day services I have never er look into some of the untold Anzac he said. - part of the Gallipoli experience that very special and memorable experience haven’tThere received were much many attention. stories that I wanted were Kevin received his prize in a presentation storiesstress disorder. in particular the nurses and sol Although he wrote the essay last year diers who suered from posttraumatic my essay to relect on the experiences of at Parliament House in March School Readiness and Primary Tutoring Centre School Readiness Primary Tutoring Winter stock - Encourage a love of learning - Full literacy and numeracy program in store now! - Learn letter sounds & associations - Outcomes met from the Australian - Learn counting, adding & subtracting National Curriculum - Small groups - Programs designed for each individual - 1 hour weekly lessons child’s needs - Fine motor skills development - One on One or small groups - Revision for home - Fully qualified experienced teachers - All materials supplied - For those children struggling or - Fully qualified & experienced teachers needing extension Enrol Now on 0418 66 3434 NORTH ROCKS BEECROFT Shop 18 Westfield 9 Wongala Cres Shoppingtown Phone: 9484 1151 38a Church Street, Ryde, 2112 Phone: 9871 8736 www.sparkshoes.com.au www.beginbright.com.au

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holiday Boredom busters Activities to keep the kids entertained these school holidays.

by Kaitlin Coleman Australian Museum – Theatre Climbfit – School Holiday Kids show: The Great Adventures of Camps Ku-ring-Council Active Kids Alexander the Great Daredevils and thrill-seekers should be Don’t let your kid’s eyes glaze over in front satisfied with this fun and safe indoor rock climbing kids camp. Kids learn how out and about with Ku-ring-gai Council’s Activeof the television Kids program. these Everyday holidays they’ll get them be participateto climb using in a proper range oftechniques races and howgames to withboulder team tie mates. knots abseil traverse and newinvolved skills in andsports making like tennis new friends. netball Thefootball program and basketball is run byall while professionals learning Art Express 2013 be missed by any sports loving kids. from Oz Sport Solutions and is not to Willoughby School Holiday Bushland Adventure

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Get your dose of culture and creativ- of ocean life; from the terrifying great ity at the Art Gallery of NSW Art Ex- press 2013 Exhibition. Excellent for Thewhites interactive and giant zones sting allow rays you to to schools touch of tropical fish jellyfish and seahorses ones.older Thischildren exhibit undertaking showcases Visual the Artsbest glass bottomed boat ride. in school or just for creative younger anemone coral and tiny fish or enjoy a day be sure to check out the free per- Sydney Olympic Park – Trampoline of the HSC artworks On the same and other fun stuff - tranceformance court. When Camels Could Fly by through the air and learn the basics of Bronwyn Vaughan located in the en trampolining.Head to the Olympic This classPark for for a beginnersday to fly will take kids through the basics of

activities.safe trampolining The park and offers involve in-ground them inventions. Kids can step into the world in coordination balance and strength of Wallace and Gromit and become an as an enormous foam pit to dive into. trampolines to jump around on as well workshops learning about video games palomino riding school: Trail rides andAardman chemistry. model maker or enjoy fun Let your kids channel their inner jockey and book them in for a one hour horse Macquarie Ice Rink For the rainy day you’d rather not spend might find you have a future Melbourne Cupride winner through in Garigalthe family. National Park You cooped up inside ice skating is the perfect Sydney Observatory alongactivity to the Hire pop some tunes skates playing and out spendof the speakers.the day slipping If ice skatingacross the wears ice bopping you out the Sydney Observatory’s new digital then head up to the Event cinemas to planetarium.Travel through The time Observatory space and stars has at a relax tired muscles and enjoy a fun flick. huge range of programs specifically JD’s WORLD OF MAGIC

archaeologicalfor school holidays workshops. including They D space also perform his famous series of magic havetheatre guided shows night tours tours of to telescopes learn about andthe andThroughout circus shows April at Joellibraries Howlett across willthe

astronomers. of fun-filled magic tricks with plenty of stars and a variety of talks by professional opportunitiesHornsby Council for area audience The shows participation. consists Powerhouse Museum If you and the kids are keen to see some SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium Curious minds will fall in love with the Powerhouse Museum’s school holiday illusions then this is something the whole and under the sea. Explore every bit familyjuggling can live enjoy. animal tricks and stage A classic day out in Sydney by the harbour sydneyobserver.com Sydney Observer |april 2013 27 program full to the brim with ideas and Lifestyle | Seniors Corner The pursuit of happiness older australians say ageing isn’t always a bad thing. by Kaitlin Coleman socialise as much as they want to and isolated from others and more likely to they have all the friends they want or feel a lack of companionship. Ageing Australians are feeling - Professor Chenoweth believes a more satisfied with their lives and hap- cial relationships is higher than for great deal of the feelings of unhappiness pier in their relationships according to need so overall the quality of their so and loneliness which people in their 50’s a new study. Professor Lyn Chenoweth of UTS and 60’s face can be credited to expec- younger people tations not being met. She thinks a high feeling less socially isolated as they level of expectation exists amongst the Australians aged and over are Aged and Extended Care Nursing agreed quality of life despite poorer health or andwith have this little stating responsibility People over so they the feel age that by their 50s they’ll have a secure in- growliving olderalone. and are maintaining a high of have already raised their children baby boomer generation who anticipate- The findings were released in the National Seniors Productive Ageing Cen- they have a much freer life existence - don’tcome pan home out. family holidays and mar tre report Staying Connected: Social En- my Despite over their possibly life and having decisions poorer they riage and are disappointed when these gagement and Wellbeing Among Mature likelyhealth still if theyfeel a have better a sense sense of of autonooverall the Depression so have vastly different Age Australians. expectationsPeople aged than their and younger over grew cohorts. up in National Seniors chief executive - peoplewellbeing in their 50s are not doing as well. - hort is more likely to report that they ThisHowever age group according are more to likely Mr ONeillto feel They expect very little and so are much Michael ONeill said This older co happier with the life that they have in stead of wanting or expecting more Jorian Blanch & Co With Richard Fischer

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Lifestyle | Seniors Corner ANZAC DAY 2013 Celebrating a decorated local veteran. by Kate Lilly a house with its own library and it was currently spends his time writing books on military history and supporting ex-serv- On April 25, Major General Gordon Mait- on the north shore comes at the end of a land will wake at three o’clock in the morn- closerlong journey. to our family But his peaceful life new books due for publication this year. ing and leave his North Turramurra home - icemen and their dependents He has two for the dawn service. After laying wreaths was Ininvolved he with enlisted three inregimental the nd Austral battal- After an eventful career and an Oficer – travelling by vehicle as a patron of the ian Imperial Force aged From there he of the Order of Australia and an Oficer of for his units he will take part in the march ions and served as a commanding oficer andth divisionreminiscences. He wont return home until askedEventually to learn as oneto speak of the and few write university in Japa- the evening after an afternoon of speeches educated soldiers he was approached and- self acting as an interpreter at the Darwin nese At the end of the war he found him-

continuedwar trials toIn soldier he in leftthe theCitizen army Military to be gin work at the Commonwealth Bank but

goodForces to now me. theFor Army example Reserve when we were havingThe confrontations Commonwealth with Bank the was Indone very- sians they gave me time to go to New Guinea One of Maj-Gen Maitland’s books.

Major General Gordon Maitland in his and when we were at war in Vietnam they North Turramurra home. that time I was moving up in the bank but I gave me to time to go to Vietnam In all histhe retirement. Order of the British Empire among Maj-Gen Maitland has been settled in - his decorations he has certainly earned was also rising up in the army I inished says it’s a position he and his wife enjoy. up onAfter the retiringMilitary from Board the and bank Chief in theManag ear- Both my wife and I when you get to- Kuringgai for about thirty years now He er for the Commonwealth Bank our age youre not without problems but us. I write books and we’re able to have were both on our feet both got our facul We like the trees and the housing suited ly s MajGen Maitland worked for the ties and we lead a good life he says No Royal Agricultural Society until He complaints

30 Sydney Observer |april 2013 sydneyobserver.com Lifestyle | seniors corner LIFELONG LEARNING a University inviting retirees and semi-retirees to broaden their horizons. by Kate Lilly es – from comparative religion studies to chamber music and science and technology. Whether you’re interested in garden- she says. medicine – the University of the Third Age is Im amazed at just how many Ive been to likelying or togenealogy have a course folklore for or you. inance The Universimusic or- - pect Ifof life you then chose you aare course going liketo meet Australian people movement that brings together people in the withHistory similar seminars interests because there. you And enjoy you that make as ‘thirdty of the age’ Third of their Age lives UA to shareis a volunteerrun their knowl- friends – I’ve made a dozen friends since I’ve A group of enthusiasts who enjoy learning - and practising the ukulele together. Mrs Taverne says the rewards of U3A go tirededge skills or semi-retired and experiences of all walks of life the operates all over Australia in both major cities been going - The idea is to give people who are re shefar beyond says. learning something new My mot chance to learn something new says Margot shoreand regional alone. Of areas the 400 There courses are that runmembers in the to isU3A UA is illsholding your an life open not day just at St your Ives time Unit- haveTarverne a group a course mentality. leader Not on that the norththey all shore think in Sydney and over on the upper north in theIn same the courseway . . that. but I theygive takeI ind on that board we - what others think without any arguments and bersSydney can area attend ofas them many are courses held at as venues they like on ing Interested Church on Aprilin joining from in? am to pm the upper north shore For a year mem Contact Margot Taverne on 9449 2923 or - visit www.sydneyu3a.org they learn from each other nieand Pollardlearn in hasa relaxed attended friendly a variety atmosphere of cours - UA began in Toulouse France in Since joining UA years ago Jean and arrived in Melbourne in Today it

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by Miranda Middleton - For families who struggle to pay for ian Organic said that there are many valid organic produce but want to adopt a more Would you rather spend your mon- But Dr Andrew Monk from Austral - ey on a family holiday or a year’s worth of - - organic fruit and vegetables? A new anal- reasons for this price dierence Not only sustainable lifestyle there is still a solu- must farmers pay certiication costs to be tion Its all about researching prioritis- fromcome farms certiied which organic are often but family-run organic food and ing and making tradeos said Mr Mor- ysis from Suncorp Bank has revealed the is generally not massproduced coming gan For example if you buy organic pas costly nature of going organic with the diseases and weeds. ta youAnd can no longersave by do growing customers your have own to tolo- perdierence year. between buying organic food rely on rural labour for managing pests catematoes specialist to make organic the sauce shops to buy organic and conventional fare found to be farmers who are caring for the environ- food alone comes with a cost that needs to mentOrganic while producing relects foods a fair that price a grow for- now stocking an extensive range of prod- Opting for organic over conventional ucts.food Woolworthswith most mainstream has around supermarkets 500 organic a hole in the back pocket of many Austral- produced without synthetic chemi- - be carefully budgeted for to avoid burning ing band of consumers want foods he said. product lines which Media Relations Man- iansAccording said Suncorp to theBank Australian Regional General Organ- calsFarmer GMOs Don or Murray synthetic of weedicides the organic ager Benedict Brook said was a reaction to Manager for NSW Steve Morgan ‘Wecustomer want todemand buy organic We have produce a responsibil from you’ main barrier to Australians buying more their labour costs are 30 to 40 per cent ity to our customers and they were saying organicic Market produce. Report Organic price food remains is on aver the- highercompany than Natures for conventional Haven estimates farms that be- - cause manually tackling pests and weeds so we need to give them that choice - is more time-consuming than spraying We now sell as many organic hot ganicage bananas per cent andmore organic expensive pasta than are con re- free-rangechickens as and normal gluten-free hot chickens which was said once Mr spectivelyventional supermarket 302 per cent groceries and 318 whileper cent or hands and knees across a 10 to 15 acre aBrook relatively Organic niche is areaone of and those is nowthings much like dearer than their counterparts. synthetic chemicals Our sta is on their

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sydneyobserver.com Sydney Observer |april 2013 33 Lifestyle | wellbeing Thumb Sucking & Dummy use by Dr Ian Sweeney* younger than 3 years of age were treated in The sucking instinct in newborn ba- emergencyod showed departments an estimated for injuries children relat- bies is a powerful one and often helps a ed to these products. That’s an average of child to settle. It is quite common for new - cases per year born infants to suck their thumb or in Most injuries involved bottles suckinggers while are other believed children to be may harmless beneit habits from Eightyper cent six per followed cent of byinjuries paciiers were caused per andthe usetheir of use paciiers does not Paciier alter theuse dentition and inger if cent and sippy cups per cent its use is stopped by age 2 to 3. and most injuries involved a laceration to - theby falling mouth. while using one of these products fore the age of 4 and before any perma- Protrusion of upper front teeth as a result Given the number of injuries it’s cru- Generally children cease sucking be of thumb sucking. cial to encourage children to sit down while the risks of any dental deformity should nentbe avoided. teeth start to erupt If this is the case high narrow palate. If the sucking continues beyond 3 to 4 - drinking or using a paciier *Dr. Ian Sweeney holds qualifications in the developing dentition and jaws increase. The longer the inger sucking or pac Dental Implant Surgery and Conscious Theyears most of age notable the risks changes of harmful are eects an ante on- iier Injuries use is used have beyond also thebeen age associated of the Sedation and Pain Management, and is - greater the adverse eects will become - a dentist at Northside Dental and Implant - Centre in Turramurra. Ph: 9144 4522. rior open bite posterior cross bite nar with paciiers as well as bottles and sip row arch width of the upper arch and a py cups A US study over a year peri

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‘SLIP, SLOP, SLAP’ TAKING A SLIDE research shows most teens don’t protect themselves in the sun.

by Kate Lilly Although the 2003/4 baseline study in her bag – a necessary precaution for a found that sun protection in children is rea- While Australia has one of the highest appears to decline in the teen years. Su- goingredhead out But of their she is way the to odd lie onein the out sun among and cent of Australian adolescents wear sun- sonably good the Slip Slop Slap message her friends Its not as if many of them are rates of melanoma in the world only per - The Cancer Council’s latest study re- Cancerzanne Dobbinsonsaid this is a Senior consistent Research pattern Fellow with tan anymore she said its more like If I screen according to the Cancer Council - manyat the health Centre behaviours. for Behavioural Research in get burnt it doesnt matter it will turn in ment in adolescent sun protection compli- theto a intentiontan of getting fried but that’s still anceveals there since has the been baseline no signiicant study in improve 2003/4. are usually responsive to their parents’ So theyre not going to the beach with - Children under the age of or a beneitMs Dobbinson for them said sun even protection though they op- thatSome time. sun protection behaviours like wear movewishes into adolescence and they have other tionsknow its must bad be for made them more accessible for ing a hat have actually decreased during- competingThey gaininterests greater in terms autonomy of their as view they - portive environments that promote ado- the groupCancer most Council likely Australia to get burnt CEO on Profesa sum- While the proportion of adolescents lescentyoung peoplesun protection We have to be to easily create under sup- sor Ian Olver said In our previous surveys whoof the thinkattractiveness tanning of is tanning desirable has de- taken – that’s providing good quality options for sun protection in terms of sun- mer weekend were the adolescents year olds still said that their friends have a is thatWhen they weve simply asked forgot them . . . Adolescents why they creased since / per cent of indont general comply regard the themselves most common as fairly answer bul- a quarter of adolescents reported wearing screen in terms of the types of clothing let-proof so messages that say ‘later you’ll aprotanning hat or covering attitude their In legsaddition and shoulders less than in shops but also inding good shade in get skin cancer or premature ageing of the when outside. Australiansoutdoor settings will be diagnosed with skin cancerThe this Cancer year. Council projects that

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It’s all in the embellishments Convert a boring living space into something cute and quirky without having to fully redecorate. by Rose Moloney 4. Consider lighting. An interesting lampshade is another way Whether it’s your to make a statement and the great news is they don’t have to be expensive. If you’re re- room in the house that’sbedroom in serious the need lounge of a ally serious about embracing colour then go facelift.or a childs Redecorating bedroom canmost be people a time have consum that-

Surprisingly you can completely transform a sofor combata large thispatterned problem paper by introducinglantern The fairy one rooming activity without but even it doesnt picking always up a paintbrush.have to be lightsdownfall and oflamps these into is the they room can too. dim the light The key is to focus on the small details. 5. Invest in artwork. 1. Use furniture to add colour. Nothing holds the power to transform a room If you have neutral walls then take a chance that an interesting piece of art does. Take the on a colour you wouldn’t usually consider. Move away from the beige colour palette and really connect with. Even if the price tag is - steeptime to it lookmight around be worth and itind if you’resomething going you to ple or if you’re really daring; yellow. A state- - introduce something bright think red pur ing to a budget then stores like Ikea sell a range vibrant cushions can inject life into an other- ofbe lower looking priced at it dayartworks. in day out If youre stick wisement dull piece room. of furniture coupled with some

2. Add personal touches. - hood trinkets and quirky souvenirs they boughtEveryone on has their those last impulse family purchases holiday stored child away in a cupboard somewhere. Now it’s time to put them to good use. Display these treasures to add a more personal feel to a room. Little touches like this can stop a room from feeling too sterile. Remember to be selective. - lective embellishments and completely clut- teringThere ais living a ine space. line between adding a few se 3. Bring the outside inside. Nothing breathes new life into a room like the inclusion of plant life. If you’re worried about

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sydneyobserver.com Sydney Observer |april 2013 37 Lifestyle | home & garden Autumn is in the air Handy hints to keep your garden looking its best year round. by Hugh Myers* Increase privacy: Are you looking for something to grow Dahlia season: on the trellis between you and your We are into autumn and April is dahl- neighbour for privacy? As long as the spot ia show time. All your tall dahlias should be putting on a beautiful show for you but many will also be top heavy. It is time isnt too sunny why not try a clematis to go around and check any ties that you Depending on the variety these sturdy should have put in place long ago. If you canclimbers be planted will produce at any a timemagniicent but the show best timeof lowers would in the be inspring late and autumn autumn or earlyThey winter. A well drained position with non wheredid not you put putin stakes them. to Get tie down your dahliasand check to acidic soil and a cool root run is ideal. theits notexact too position late However of the tuber be very otherwise careful you could drive your stake right through it and your dahlia will be no more.

Re-evaluate your roses: April is the month when roses steal the show. If a rose is not performing well in

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leaves on many trees and shrubs will As we move into the cooler weather the

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A high old time Think ahead and plan something extra special for Mother’s Day. by Rose Moloney - High teas usually - er rewarding your mum with an afternoon of indulgence at one of the manytime out hotels of our that day serve to say high thankyou tea across to Sydney. our mums So this year consid consist of four key ingredients scones sand wiches cakes and of course tea Piled high on threetiered platters it for buy a gift voucher for another day. Foodies don’t forget to bring your royaltyMother’s the sweet Day andis one savoury of the goodies few days are in usuallythe year enough where to we dispel take the Book a reservation now for the special day or avoid crowds and word diet from anyones vocabulary phones the day will deinitely be Instagram worthy

For the coffee lover ‘High Coffee’ at the Intercontinental

an alternative for those with mums that For something modern wouldCoee lovers rather shouldnt sip on a despair skim cap. there Under is- ‘The Ruinart Afternoon Tea’ at The standing Australian’s love of little brown Westin For the traditionalists The Westin adds a modern twist to the tra- ‘Afternoon Tea’ at The Tea Room, QVB - Take a step back in time when you attend tionalbeans potsthe Intercontinental of English breakfast has introduced tea with the menu moves away from the standard a high coee option It replaces the tradi- ditional high tea menu On the savoury side This venue sticks to the tried and test- - boats and smoked salmon triple stacks. Up edHigh high Tea tea at menuthe QVBs - think famous egg sandwiches Tea Room an array of coee based concoctions Es sandwich instead oering ocean prawn- presso martinis cafe freddos iced espres- - - so shots and the signature cafe corretto- next theres Belgium chocolate illed prof on luy white bread single estate teas- an espresso shot corrected with grap warmiteroles scones and vanilla served creme with raspberry brulee But choc re- scones savoury pastries and of course pet pa are served there alongside sandwich olatemember jam. to If saveyou’re room feeling for adventurousthe inal course fol- creatingit fours Allthe ofillusion this is royalty served shouldon loral be chisit- whyes scones not buy and your sweets mum a The voucher high and coee go low your glass of R de Ruinart Champagne tingna plates on the in next a luxuriously table. decorated room theoption week isnt after. available Good things on Mothers come to Day those so with a SuperFoodsRX cocktail. Pay: who wait. Pay: $65 pp Where: Pay: $55 pp Where: pp Where: 40 Sydney Observer |april 2013 sydneyobserver.com Level North End QVB Martin Pl Sydney George Street Sydney Macquarie Street Sydney Lifestyle | Food & wine

Triple threat Thai the owner of hanuman thai tells us how she makes her restaurants stand out in the midst of serious competition. by Rose Moloney - ing her restaurants full is their unique menu. She sets her restaurants apart from Walking into Hanuman Every one of Yadanee Ariyachok other Thai joints in the local area by fus- chas three Hanuman Thai restaurants has- ing traditional elements of Thai food with yet appealing fusion of scents. ThaiNotes St of Iveschil- landthis eect six years ago on a student visa. She the irst thing you notice is the confusing startedYadanee working moved in Thai to Australia restaurants from to Thai earn - money; until in 2010 she decided it was modern trends and adding a few of her li a dashThe nextof coconut thing youand noticesomething are the else com you- time she opened a place of her own. Now personal favourites to the menu Her fa cant quite put your inger on - she owns three Thai restaurants located in popularvourite dish meals. Pad Thai Punim pad thai with - soft shell crab is one of Hanumans most pletely full tables piled high with big plat There is no shortage of Thai food along ters of colourful food noodles chick St Ives Lindield and Wahroonga authentic.While If Yadanee a meal tastes always better aims with to please chil- en dumplings fried rice and even a whole - customers she wants her restaurants to be droolingbattered andish you know you will want to or- the north shore In St Ives on Mona Vale der Thirtyevery single seconds item later on the your menu mouth before is Road alone there are ive dierent restau li Yadanee encourages her clients to try it you have even had a chance look at it. rants oering Thai cuisine But in spite of- everythingwith chilli Iffrom a meal scratch. takes longer to prepare quirethe competition bookings to Yadanee dine-in says most her nights three of YadaneeIt is through explains staying its because true to they the cook make- it’s a sign you have selected the correct therestaurants week. are always busy and re ing that her restaurants have become dinnerWhen venue. a restaurant has this eect - so successful.

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Bali has still ‘got it’ It’s had a bad name in recent years, but BalI STILL delightS Aussie tourists. by Keiran Gair an indulgent holiday lifestyle. Restaurants of enticing happy hours and suspect ranging from exquisite Italian to authentic Despite the current media storm meals at shockingly low prices. While it’s anpersonalities acceptance locals of intoxicated and tourists revellers alike and an Japanese line the streets oering world class If your scene involves all night partying Indonesianundermining island Balis paradise. image as From the heart- ideal and alternative clothing options make Kuta by night is your opportunity to thrive. island getaway Australians still lock to the Seminyakarray of boutique the Indonesian shops fashion highend capital. fashion ability to dance the night away madly then stopping surf to mystical temples enchanting aroundvolcanoes still tocaptivates a roaring droves allnight of Australian party scenetravellers the and island holidaymakers. that takes a day to travel With the local economy dependent on andtourism the suburban Bali is a havenfamily. forFrom everyone indulging from in the spiritual observer to the avid adventurer diving into the pristine waters of the Gilli worldclass restaurants in Seminyak to Seminyak: The perfect place to relax Check out some of the local wildlife. for people on any type of budget. with a cocktail. islands the Indonesian island has something Ubud Where to go Kuta The rolling hills of Ubud lie about two hours Seminyak out of Kuta. With a volcano dominating the holidaymaker. Accomodation choices can skyline and sleepy villages resting quietly A trip to Kuta is a must for every Bali The upmarket Balinese suburb of Seminyak oers a breath of sophistication Travellers range from ivestar villas to the grubbiest on the mountain slopes Ubud oers a more touristhoping for markets a reprieve should from look Balis towards choked of hostels But whether you are looking for Ubudtranquil as anda day less trip touristy or stay experienceovernight. Staying Before streets hard drinking joints and bustling chanceluxury or to bed hone bugs your Kuta bartering is still skills a thriving while overnightyou go decide gives you whether the chance you wantto rise toat 2am visit thetourist beach mecca is surprisingly The local clean markets and relaxing. oer a Seminyak for a relaxed luxurious experience At night Kuta is brought to life in a shower arriving at the smoky top just in time to see Breezy waterfront bars and stylish cafes and trek up the side of Ubuds active volcano abound throughout Seminyak providing 2nd sunday Gordon of every month Welcome Markets to Pymble % Veterinary Clinic 20your ﬁrstoff vaccination (middle level) Your local Vet or consultation Shop 20 Philip Mall, Kendall St West Pymble, NSW 2073 Every new kitten 14 april & 12 May or puppy will Gordon station Council Park receive a free gift 8.30am to 3pm Ph: 9499 4010 underCover [email protected] OPENING HOURS Protected from heat and rain! www.thepymblevet.com.au Mon-Fri: 8am - 6.30pm, Dr Martine Perkins and Dr Raoul Denny with over 39 years of veterinary experience Sat: 9am - 1pm Information: www.gordonmarkets.com.au between them are well equipped and eager to provide the best possible care for your pet Consulting: through every stage of their life. We have two highly skilled and fully qualiﬁed veterinary Bookings: Message Service (02) 9418 2373 8.30am - 11.30am & nurses, Kema and Xylia, who are dedicated to providing outstanding nursing care for all of our patients. This purpose built new Veterinary Hospital has the latest digital 3.30pm - 6.30pm | sydneyobserver.com 44 Sydney Observer april 2013 radiography, ultrasonography, dentistry and full surgical facilities. We have a designated (Appointment preferable) in house pathology unit for fast results and advanced Cardell anaesthetic monitoring device for the safety of your pet. Please pop in to meet our team. Lifestyle | travel

the sunrise over the dense mountain fog. If you’re looking for a mash-up of Don’t try climbing the volcano underwater experience. without a guide - you don’t want to blindly reef oer a heartstopping and breathtaking then Ku De Ta in Seminyak is the place to navigate the side of a mountain range. or don’t have the time then snorkelling is the cocktails ine dining and a waterfront view Whether you opt for a day trip or a longer way Ifto you go. chooseShallow to coral opt outreefs of and scuba abundant diving coupled with delightful dishes from the be Magniicent cocktails by the water are ideal for some serious whitewater-rafting so grab a snorkel and jump into the cool fun.overnight Don’t stayforget the to natural look on rapids in wonder in Ubud at arethe islandsea life waters. are thrilling when viewed up close Europeanworldrenowned cuisine chefthen headPhillip to Davenport Sip However if youre on the hunt for some Visit Uluwatu a Parisian draping greenery hanging trees and rising Wclishat as to you d ighto the oncoming rapids Diving in the Gillis About an hours drive from Seminyak Uluwatu is the beach that gives Bali the right to be labelled a suring heaven Rising waves someand pounding jaw-dropping sets thunder action into for onlookers.the beach oering some unreal rides for surfers and Uluwatu is an aged temple. As well as being Perched on the edge of a cli overlooking

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by Kieran Gair more responsibility when it came to - wearing mouthguards. The Australian Dental Association ‘’More than half of Australian chil- aoer comfortable the best protection and stable from way. injury If a mouth Cus- has launched their annual Mouthguard dren who play a contact sport do not wear guardtom itted is comfortable mouth guards it is accurately more likely it toin a mouthguard. The risks associated with growing number of children visiting emer- not wearing a mouthguard can range from Awarenessgency departments campaign due in an to eort oral trauma to curb thein- be worn juries sustained during sport. or knocked out teeth and broken jaws. An can Ashelp well to asprevent protecting neck the and teeth jaw theinjuries ADA A National Newspoll survey has found injurycuts to sustained the lips indamaged childhood nerves can lead broken to a andbelieve may that even custom help to itted reduce mouthguards the impact that only 36 per cent of children who play of concussions. contact sports wear mouthguards during According to Sports Medicine Austral- lifetime of pain wear a mouthguard while training. to makeThe ADA wearing are mouthguards calling on parents manda- - games while less than one in ive children toryschools for sporting anyone participating associations in and contact clubs ia AFL rugby league rugby union soccer of children visiting emergency depart- injurieshockey basketballin Australia. cricket and netball ac mentsBetween because of sports and related the oral number inju- actual game. count for per cent of all sports related sportDr whether Ian Sweeney that be from in training the Northside or an For more information: - Dental and Implant Centre in Turramurra Benefits of wearing mouthguards visit: ries jumped by over percent prompting www.mouthguardawarenesscampaign.info the ADAs Oral Health Committee Chair man Dr Peter Alldritt to campaign for believes that custom itted mouth guards

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...to talk about by Patrick McAuley annual classic cycle Disappointing draw 1.700 cyclists took the streets to support two not end of world good causes. Australias 22 draw with Oman was a - real strike to our efforts to make the World wasCup in most Brazil appalling next year. though But it’s wasnot as not disas the trous as some might make you believe. What by Rose Moloney riders. It’s more than just going out for a team’s performance, but the attitude of fans On March 24, Mr Creed’s involvement in the day was and commentators. spurredride it puts by them his desire to the totest promote cycling It seems extraordinary that we now money for local and international people took charities. part in along with the two charities being helped view World Cup qualification as a God- TheBobbin cycle Heads was mounted Annual Classic by the CycleRotary to Clubs raise - given right. Ahead of the 2005 qualifying- - match against Uruguay, Alvaro Recoba said - by the cycle I really believe in the chari- Uruguay had a “divine right” to be a mem- of Kuringgai St Ives and Turramurra in ties that rotary use for the event Bo Chil ber of the 32 nations who compete in the Sierrasupport Leone. of the Lifeline Harbour to Hawkes drens Hospital and Lifeline both wonder World Cup. Australian fans justifiably react bury Centre and the Bo Hospital in Bo ful causes ed in anger and revulsion, describing the- great La Celeste forward as arrogant. Eight Australianyears on, a supporters. similar attitude is bubbling un Benefits of wearing mouthguards visit: der the surface amongst the new breed of- www.mouthguardawarenesscampaign.info - Gone are the days when our expecta tions rose through qualification and every campaign ended in tears. While the teams of yesteryear were of a better stand ard to today’s team, only once before 2005 did they succeed in qualifying for a- World Cup. Unfortunately the new breed of supporter has been brought up on a di Barry O’Farrell announcing the start of et of success and isn’t as familiar with the the 105km ride. steady diet of disappointment that sport generally provides. Jordan’s shock win over Japan means Ride Ambassador, Graham Creed. wentRoger exceedingly Norman well a spokesperson and I think the for nicthe- matchessecond spot coming and Worldup against Cup qualificationJapan (away), is estRotary thing Club that of happenedTurramurra was said the The tremen day- still very much up for grabs. With important- dous feedback from the people that partici- of Turramurra Rotary club member Dr Nu- - li Lemoh.Bo Childrens Construction Hospital of the is hospital an initiative start- Jordan (home) and Iraq (home), the Soc man said early indications show the event ed in 2010 after two years of planning. It ceroos can still dictate the final outcome of- pated I think that says it all really Mr Nor involved the construction of a 21 bed hos- the group. A draw in Japan and home wins between the two causes. pital with diagnostic facilities and short- against Jordan and Iraq would surely guar- raisedThe at cycle least options ranged which fromwill bethe split lei- term treatment areas; an operating thea- antee qualification. - - tre and a health education; training and re- If Socceroos coach, Holger Osi- tense 105km option for serious cyclists. The search unit. Funds raised from the cycle will tanteck, perfectsshare of his points tactics in Japan and player we’ll have selec a surely km for families to the more in go towards ongoing operational costs of strongtion against chance. Japan More and importantly seals an will impor be real winners on the day were the charities. the hospital. cycles werent a competition so instead the- - - ence to people living in Sydney. The other finding a route to goal against Jordan and eventABC along Weatherman with 1000 other and Ridecyclists. Ambassa It took half Howeverof the funds the will cyclists be donated also made to the a dier Life- weIraq. get Whether a couple this of means, early goals,Tim Cahill, I can Bro see himdor fourGraham hours Creed to complete took part the in cycle. the km sque, Thompson or even Cornthwaite, if- centre is dedicated to suicide prevention andline Harbourassisting to people Hawkesbury living on Centre the north This- withoutus succeeding. troubles! In the meantime, here’s hop Mr Creed said The ride itself is really ing drama takes a back seat and we qualify - ern side of Sydney experiencing mental Follow: @MrPatMcAuley challengingrain makes itit surprises a really worthwhile a lot of people feat that for health crises. there is very little lat its all hillsthe ter sydneyobserver.com Sydney Observer |april 2013 47 what’s on | APRIL

March 23 – June 3 Archibald Prize ($7 for members, $8 for children/ concession, $10 for adults) Visit the most anticipated art exhibition of the year- the Archibald, Wynne and Sulman Prizes. The Archibald Prize is one of Australia’s oldest and most prestigious art prizes, awarded to the best portrait painting- preferentially of an individual distinguished in art, letters, science or politics. The Wynne Prize is awarded to the best landscape painting of Australian scenery, and the Sulman Prize is given to the best subject painting, genre painting or mural project in oil, 10 – 28 April March 16 – June 30 acrylic, watercolour or mixed media. Passus: Group Exhibition by Nebuli War Horse Where: Art Gallery of NSW, Art Gallery Road, (Tickets from $131, on sale until May 12) Sydney Arts The spectacular stage production War Horse has 10am-4pm (Free) Contact: 9225 1700 come to Sydney! Experience the works of a group of Sydney At the outbreak of World War I, Albert’s beloved photographic artists called ‘Nebuli Arts’. horse, Joey, is sold into the cavalry and sent far April 8 Each artists work forms part of a broader away to the battlefields of France. Although he is ‘Shift This’ HSC Forum exploration of themes derived from an still too young to enlist, Albert decides to embark 9am (Free) imagined vision. Make sure you check out on a remarkable journey to find his beloved horse Feeling stressed about facing final exams? Michael Haylen’s ‘Lightsculpts’ figure and form and bring him home. The show features life-sized illusions derived from light on water at Lane puppets from the South Africa’s Handspring Puppet As part of National Youth Week, Sydney Town Hall Cove River. company, bringing beautiful, galloping creatures is hosting a forum on navigating the challenges Enjoy top notch local art for no cost at all! of the HSC. The day will bring together young to life. Where: Incinerator Art Space, 2 Small St, leaders, mental health experts and government Where: Sydney Lyric, Pirrama Road, Pyrmont Willoughby representatives from across NSW to discuss Contact: Phone 1300 795 267 or book online at students’ experiences and answer questions. Contact: Michael Haylen on 9808 2145 www.ticketmaster.com.au Where: Sydney Town Hall, Lower Town Hall, 483 George Street April 11 Contact: 02 8218 9800 or email [email protected] Stories From A Real-Life Action Hero 6:30pm ($5) Action writer, Chris Allen, will be at Hornsby Library to discuss his books and give his ideas on self publishing. Chris Allen’s success comes largely from the action-packed life he has led. He has served in three Commonwealth armies across two decades and four continents He drew on all this experience when he published the first part of his Intrepid series as an eBook in May 5 2011, telling the story of the ultra-secret black ops Festival on the Green division of Interpol. Head to Hornsby Library to hear 10 – 4pm (Free) about his adventures. April 14 Where: Hornsby Central Library ‘South of no North Photography The annual Festival on the Green offers an exciting day out for the whole family, with plenty Contact: 9847 6614 or email [email protected]. Jam’ of free entertainment, rides and activities to enjoy. gov.au 6:30-8:30PM (Free) Are you a keen young photographer? The The festival is a chance for local schools, Museum of Contemporary Arts is holding community groups and businesses to showcase a unique event to celebrate Youth Week and their talent. Previous acts include Dora the the ‘South of no North’ exhibition. The night Explorer and Brophy’s Aerial Theatre. will give 12-18 year olds the opportunity Where: St Ives Village Green to experience the work of Sydney’s young Contact: 9424 0868 photographers and to enjoy an awesome line- up of live music, art activities, competitions, workshops and free food. 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