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14 Local news 7 - 13 From the team opinion - Ku-ring-gai Mayor Elaine Malicki speaks out against council amalgamation ...... 7 This month the Sydney Observer local news hits the radio - Young journalism team has been going wedding students present and produce their own show...... 10 crazy as we organised our wed- step into the past- Visit a different era with the ding special. We’ve put togeth- Wahroonga Fifties Fair or Jazz in the Glen...... 12 er ideas for venues (p.24), found profile 14 - 15 the most idyllic honeymoon desti- erin holland - Cremorne resident talks about nations (p.30) and created a so- winning Miss World Australia...... 14 cial media wedding guide (p.28). education 16 - 22 Our graphic designer Anna has How to: secure a scholarship - The ins and outs actually just jetted off to Bali for of university scholarships...... 16 a wedding! Choosing childcare - Ku-ring-gai mother offers We were delighted to chat to advice on finding the best day care option...... 20 Erin Holland about her experienc- 46 es in the Miss World Australia com- wedding special 23 - 30 petition (p.14). Who would have giveaways - Enter to win a Pandora bracelet or thought when she’s not on stage 28pre-wedding spa day...... 23 or practising singing, she spends Wedding etiquette - A guide to wedding day her time watching sport? social media dos and don’ts ...... 28 Following the warm recep- honeymoon ideas - Canada, Australia or Greece, tion of our home improvement what’s your dream destination?...... 30 special in July’s issue, we decid- sydney home 31 - 39 ed to relaunch Sydney Home (p.

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Broadening horizons What I liked in this month’s magazine was the article ‘A Scottish Summer’ (July 2013, p.36). I have recently returned from an overseas holiday to Vanuatu. Travel really does broaden your horizons. K Wedlock, Mosman The Gardenby Rose Moloney Guru

Jamie Duriever the last five years Jamie Durie has Importance of superfoods been splitting his time between working Oin Australia and the US. He has worked Having been interested in good nutrition for many years, I welcomed read- on over ten different television shows, all while developing a new range of indoor furniture for the European market. Sydney Observer (July Durie inspires If expanding his reach to interior design wasn’t already enough, Jamie has also just launched 2013, p.39). Since incorporating these better choices into my own diet, I have I liked the home improvement special ina newthe range of organic skincare products for People For Plants. Life is busy for Jamie, who is just at the end of ingfound of thethat benefits I’m having of the less six infections, superfoods needing in this less month’s supplements and enjoying July magazine. Jamie Durie (July 2013 p.17) a five-week al- stint in Malaysia filming home design television show, The Apartment. However he says ways has a smile on his face and a great story to thistell. year he has been spending a lot more time in better energy levels. Give them a go, for your health’s sake! Sydney in his Northern Beaches home. While he can’t give too much away about a Well done guys. new book he is releasing at the end of the year, he is Lynne Wiltshire, North Rocks more than happy to share his insights into creating ideal outdoor living spaces. Robert Langdon, WilloughbyAccording to Jamie the current trends in landscaping are all about expanding indoor living inspiring green fingers spaces into the outdoors. Feeling very inspired by your ‘Home Im- Saying “no” to drugs m provement’ special (July 2013, p.17) my husband sydneyobserver.co |july 2013 and I donned the gardening gloves and decided to explodes the myth 18ofSydney synthetic ObServer drugs being safe drugs give the front a reno: new garden beds, plants and and isThe a timely ‘War on reminder Drugs’ reportof the harmful, (July 2013, even p.10) deadly firmly (as the all important mulch. with Henry Kwan), consequences of using these drugs Jo Burrowes, Kariong Steve Ngeow, Chatswood

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Ku-ring-gai Mayor discusses

The Gardenby Rose Moloney Guru

Jamie Duriever the last five years Jamie Durie has been splitting his time between working council amalgamation Oin Australia and the US. He has worked on over ten different television shows, all while developing a new range of indoor furniture for the European market. If expanding his reach to interior design wasn’t by Elaine Malicki* per year extra for Ku-ring-gai ratepayers. already enough, Jamie has also just launched a new range of organic skincare products for People For Plants. I think it is important to do a compar- Life is busy for Jamie, who is just at the end of a five-week stint in Malaysia filming home design prepared a ison of what Ku-ring-gai residents cur- amalgamatedI find it hard local to understand government how area Ku-ring- that television show, The Apartment. HoweverKu-ring-gai he says Council has this year he has been spending a lot more time in gai residents will benefit from a proposed Sydney in his Northern Beaches home.submission in response to the Independent rently receive from Council compared While he can’t give too much away about a new book he is releasing at the end of the year, he is more than happy to share his insightsReview into creating Panel’s Future Directions for NSW to what Hornsby residents receive from obvious that here in Ku-ring-gai we will have ideal outdoor living spaces. According to Jamie the current trends in report that, amongst Hornsby Council. towill subsidise be five times an area that as sizelarge in as land Hornsby. area. It is landscaping are all about expandingLocal indoor living Government spaces into the outdoors. - - Ku-ring-gai residents would also have ment, recommends amalgamation with nancial position than Hornsby and this has less representation than Hornsby residents, m otherHornsby significant Council. changes to local govern beenKu-ring-gai recognised Council by the is Treasury in a better Corpo fi- meaning that the voice of Ku-ring-gai resi- sydneyobserver.co |july 2013

18 Sydney ObServer Ku-ring-gai Council engaged inde- ration (TCorp) in their evaluation of every dents would not have the same weight. pendent consultants to investigate the im- pact an amalgamated Ku-ring-gai and gai is in the Top 16 Councils and Hornsby councillors on an amalgamated council, Hornsby Council would have on residents theNSW Top Council’s 80. financial position. Ku-ring- whichKu-ring-gai is half the couldpresent have number. as little I don’t as fivebe- of Ku-ring-gai. Ku-ring-gai has an operating surplus of lieve that Ku-ring-gai residents understand - $8.2 million, while Hornsby has an operating that these councillors, will not be able to give dents would be disadvantaged in an amalga- them the individual attention they are use to. matedWe model. are shocked Not only to would find thatthey have our resiless It will also be the end of independent repre- representation, but they would most likely physicaldeficit of area-$4.1 andmillion. their population density sentation as political parties will use local pay more rates. far less,Hornsby’s so homes area are isspread over out. five This times means our government as a training ground for state Rates are based on land value. Because their road network should be massive- and federal politics. the residential land values in Ku-ring-gai are ly bigger than ours, yet Hornsby are spend- I am trusting in the Premier’s word that on average 55 per cent higher than in Horns- he won’t force amalgamations, because you by, the rates paid by Ku-ring-gai ratepayers $8.9 million. would increase in an amalgamation with ing $4.5They million are spending on roads $1.6 compared million on toparks, our residents. Hornsby. At the same time, the rates paid by playgrounds and ovals, compared to our $6.1 can clearly see it will not benefit Ku-ring-gai Hornsby ratepayers would go down. The average increase for Ku-ring-gai Ku-ring-gai delivers its range of services *Elaine Malicki is the Mayor of Ku-ring- residential properties is likely to be between atmillion lower total operating on parks costs, and with sports fewer fields. employ- gai. She is the Council’s longest serving 5 per cent and 17 per cent - potentially $217 ees and at lower employee costs. female councillor.

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Pacific Highway. Police are currently investigating the accident. Ku-ring-gai Roads and New AFL and cricket facilities at Acron Oval. Local residents in RFS awarded recreation The Ku-ring-gai Brigade of the St Ives have benefited from Ku-ring-gai Rural Fire Services (RFS) won three In response to a number of Council’s recent upgrade in playing and training conditions at awards at the recent RFS Mayoral new planning documents Ku- Acron Oval. Dinner hosted by Hornsby Council. ring-gai Council has allocated New AFL and cricket facilities, picnic shelters, a car park, and “We are so proud of our $8.9 million to upgrading a stormwater system were introduced in the $600,000 scheme legendary local fireys who were roads throughout the area and to revamp the park, a popular destination for dog-owners and recognised as best brigade in the another $7 million on recreation. sporting events. district!” says Ku-ring-gai Council Spending will include: “The newly upgraded oval has been welcomed by local St Ives Mayor Elaine Malicki. ● Roads: $8.9 million, this is up residents and children who are already enjoying the improved “Although Hornsby Shire has 15 $1.3 million from last year recreational sporting facilities and new terrace area,” said Ku-ring- brigades and Ku-ring-gai has just the ● Footpaths: $990,000, this is up gai Mayor Elaine Malicki. one, Ku-ring-gai Bush Brigade won $450,000 from last year Further installations of stormwater harvesting, a rainwater first place in every category.” ● Public toilets: $390,000 garden and a 150,000L water tank have improved Acron Oval’s Ku-ring-gai’s RFS won the ● Sports fields: $3.9 million environmental sustainability and water usage. Annual District Exercise Award, The ● Parks: $2.2 million “The works also greatly reduces our reliance on drinking water. Bob Schofield Training Excellency ● Community centres and halls: This is water which would otherwise be lost down drains,” Cr Award and The Rob Tickell Award for $970,000 Malicki said. Navigation and Mapping. Fencing separating the oval from the neighbouring national park to contain dogs and stray balls has also been completed by the Council. (Amelia Zhou)

8 Sydney Observer |August 2013 sydneyobserver.com local news Citizens of Willoughby unite A new Citizen’s Panel has worked together to develop cost saving solutions for Willoughby Council. by Rose Moloney maintaining valuable community assets.” The Citizen’s Panel facilitated lively Throughout June, panel members at- discussion between residents. “There were The newly formed Willoughby Citi- tended workshops and information ses- - zen’s Panel is preparing to present its Cit- sions to increase their knowledge of tion which were made all the more satisfy- izen’s Report on August 12. Willoughby’s community needs and assets. differences of opinion and points of conten The panel then developed cost manage- place,” said Mr Vabeti. Willoughby residents who worked togeth- ment and revenue raising suggestions. ing onceThe reportthe final will pieces be used began to falling assist into the er throughoutThe report will June represent to analyse the work Willough of 40- “Panel members worked as a collective - by’s asset base and address Council of concerned residents in identifying ex- cial plan. Estimated expenditure for asset short falls. pectations, debating principles, discussing provisionCouncil as may it developsbe adjusted a long-termaccording finanto the The panel was selected from a ran- solutions, analysing results and summaris- panel’s suggestions, however safety and dom mail out to 1600 residents, as part of - Citizen’s Panel Report,” said Mr Vabeti. be taken into consideration. mocracy and community engagement. ing threeRevenue days raising of deliberations solutions, intosuggested the final in long-termThe Citizen’s financial Panel sustainability is part of the will ‘New also- WilloughbyVice President Council’s efforts of the to Castle promote Cove de the Citizen’s Report, include the leasing of Democracy’ initiative, which has been de- Progress Association, Steve Vabeti, was footpaths to cafes, asset sales and maximis- veloped within NSW and Australia. Accord- part of the Citizen’s Panel. Mr Vabeti said: ing developer revenue through full cost re- ing to Councillor John Hooper, ‘NewDemoc- “Having resided within Willoughby since covery of Development Applications. racy’ “facilitates community feedback”. 1985, attending local primary and sec- The report also suggests increasing the “The facilitators working through the ondary schools, it was an opportunity to amount of Council volunteers and decreas- - ONLY 2 x TWO BEDROOM AVAILABLE volunteer my support and experience to- ing the amount of services as money sav- enced by counsellors or extraneousAVAILABLE fac- NOW wards sustainable suburban planning and ing solutions. tors,”‘NewDemocracy’ said Cr Hooper. template aren’t influ For SaleONLY 2 xAVAILABLE TWO BEDROOM AVAILABLE NOW ForMacKillop Sale Grange Retirement Village is situated in Mosman, MacKillop Grange Retirement Villageon Sydney’s is situated beautiful in Mosman, North Shore. onOur Sydney’s modern self-care beautiful apartments North Shore. offer complete Ourprivacy modern whilst self-care providing apartments the offer advantage complete of living in a caring privacycommunity whilst providingenvironment. the advantage Mackillop of living Grange in a caring offers on-site community environment. Mackillop Grange offers on-site management and a 24 hour medical alert. management and a 24 hour medical alert. SecureSecure your your chance chance today today to live atto this live exclusive at this exclusive addressaddress in inthe the heart heart of Mosman. of Mosman. BeBe quick, quick, only only 2x two 2x bedroomtwo bedroom apartments apartments available. available. Call our office for an inspection. Call our office for an inspection.

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by Rose Moloney each week. Their aim is to talk to people Journalism students are em- fromaffecting Hornsby the areaand Ku-ring-gaiand lighter andnews give stories the bracing what they have learnt to pro- community a voice. vide local news to the Hornsby and “We wanted to give people an inde- Ku-ring-gai community. pendent source of news that took the On July 31 residents tuned in to lis- time to look at the area they lived in more - deeply,” said James. - Declan added: “We want to talk to as ducedten to and the presented first segment by James of the Elton-Pym new cur many people as we possibly can and give rentand Declan affairs Gooch. program on Triple H, pro Young presenters James Elton-Pym them a platform to voice their concerns.” “The local papers do a great job around and Declan Gooch. Although they are both still studying here, but there’s certainly a lack of lo- - their second year of journalism degrees at they will be able to deliver a quality news ally valuable medium for news - hearing the University of Technology, Sydney. programfull-time, each James week. and Declan are confident cal current affairs on the radio. It’s are - to them in ways print might not be able terviewed Mayor of Ku-ring-gai Elaine Mal- people’sto,” said James.voices can definitely connect you icki Inabout their the first rise show of youthJames shopand Declan lifting in in MORE INFO: James and Declan are both 19 year-old the area. Tune in to Triple H 100.1 FM and get your dose Ku-ring-gai residents and are currently in The two will continue to cover issues of local news from 9am-10am on Wednesdays.

10 Sydney Observer |august 2013 sydneyobserver.com local news third time lucky? busker Jack Shepherd has his hopes set on winning the fitz band competition.

by Jessie Goldie Jack combines combines guitar, vo- cals, bass and a bit of beat boxing to cre- This year marks the 21st anniversary ate what is certainly a unique sound. of the Fitz Band Comp, a competition that “It’s street based music, quick, with lots sees local artists battle it out in the hope of of layers. Sort of a bit like the John But- the bank pouring mountains of coins into a being crowned the winner. ler Trio... and a bit like the Beastie coin counting machine, the sound was rath- Last year’s winners, the Fixators, are Boys,” he said. er deafening. So it’s fair to say that his audi- now a regular on the Sydney music scene - ences are appreciative of his talents. and 2011 winners, The Cam Naccson Band, sic at the age of 12 as a student at Knox Jack hopes that if he wins the Fitz recently toured the USA and released their Grammar,Jack first starting developed his musical a passion journey for mu by Band Comp he’ll be able to record an al- debut album. learning the guitar. Now, at the age of 20, he bum, tour Australia and put his earn- With so much talent brewing in the ings towards a trip to Europe. “The saying heart of Ku-ring-gai, this year’s compe- - goes that if you can busk in Australia, you tition is sure to showcase some fantastic menthas been he can’t performing play. for the last five years can busk anywhere... So I want to busk in local artists. and you’d be hard pressed to find an instru- Europe,” he said. Jack Shepherd will be entering the ing on the streets of Sydney, Jack has plen- - competition for the third time this year, this ty ofSince time tohe practise spends fivenew days material a week and busk gain time as a solo artist performing under the feedback from audiences. Fitz The Youth Fitz Centre Band on Comp Memorial kicks off Avenue on in Au name Jack Man Friday. At the time of the interview Jack was at Stgust Ives, 9, August with the 30. final being held at the

Volunteer helps assess Hornsby pollution levels Collecting water from the Hawkesbury is all in a days work for Madan Gautam. by Rose Moloney However he put a lot of thought into choosing where he would volunteer his skills. greatly increase our ability to monitor and Madan Gautam is a long way from his As a Wahroonga resident he said he consid- protect“The the volunteers natural heritage who offer we have their been time home in Nepal, however he seems to have ered working with a number of local coun- blessed with in this part of the world,” says found his niche within Hornsby Shire. cils, but chose Hornsby because of its abun- Hornsby Council environmental scientist After studying science and environmen- dance of green land and long-term environ- Kristy Guise. tal studies in Nepal, the UK and New Zealand, mental programs. he has been putting his conservation knowl- “Hornsby Council is one of the greenest edge to good use each month by volunteering councils in NSW, it has a bigger percentage Aquatic sampling at the outlet of for Hornsby Council. of green land than any other council in NSW,” Hawkesbury. For three days every month Madan joins says Madan. Moreover, Madan was impressed a team of scientists and helps collect water by Hornsby Council’s “vision” in terms of im- samples from the Hawkesbury River. plementing environmental programs. Madan says these samples are then According to Madan the twelve-hour vol- used to assess pollution levels throughout unteer days are long, but he enjoys the proc- Hornsby Shire. While collecting water involves a slight- council. Volunteering is something he will - continueess, knowing to do that while his he work studies will Project benefit Man the- pal, one of Madan’s previous occupations, he agement at the University of Sydney. He plans takesly different his work pace with to theworking Council with seriously. tigers in Ne to add this to his long list of degrees, which Madan says of his decision to volun- includes a PHD from the University of Lincoln teer for Hornsby Council: “My intention was and a Masters from the University of Wales. to help by contributing my academic and Hornsby Council appreciates the work of volunteers like Madan. scientific knowledge.” Sydney Observer |august 2013 sydneyobserver.com 11 local news | Step back in time Wahroonga’s fifties fair

Fifties Fair run by Sydney Living Museums is back! Put on your Sunday best and be seen at Sydney’s famed 1950s Modernist home, Rose Seidler House, for swing dancing, live jive and rock’n’roll music, 50’s inspired food, fashion shows, classic cars and roving performances. Tickets are on sale now for this event. This year revellers will be treated to the live headline performance of the Pat Capoc- performchi Combo, at theone event! of Australia’s most respected Rockabilly bands performing for the first time at Fifties Fair. Miss Teresa and her Rhythmaires are flying in from Brisbane to- tition. Bring your eye for design and snap up an authentic vintage kitchen, fashion or furnitureSo don piece your for vintage your collection.threads and Plus fix enjoyup your hot ‘do’ and to tastyenter dishes the best-dressed from popular compe Syd- ney ‘foodie’ and rockabilly restaurateurs, Porteno. More info: When: August 25 Where: Rose Seidler House, 71 Clissold Rd Wahroonga, 2076 Tickets: Available for pre-sale only via 1300 448 849 or at www.tickets.hht.net.au. General $30, Concession $25

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Swing, bop and shake your way to Jazz in the Glen 2013 by Amelia Zhou of Australia’s leading female jazz vocalists, the wonderful Janet Seidel, as a guest artist. This the US nine times as a featured jazz soloist, Relive the golden age of jazz in this is incredibly exciting for the band, we’ve been is alsoGeoff, a member who has of previously the jazz band,toured Lounge across year’s Jazz in the Glen, a two-day festival working very hard to prepare her music,” Bar Lotharios, who are kickstarting the fes- exploring jazz from the era of the 1920s to said Young Northside Big Band conductor, tival programme on Friday with the Great today’s new talent. Gatsby Night. Hosted at Glen St Theatre from 6-7 Sep- Formed in the early 1970s by the late “This is a band that plays the hot big band JohnGeoff Speite,Power. the Young Northside Big Band music of the 1920s... It’s some of the most ex- of jazz music to suit all ages and styles. was a major force in promoting jazz music citing music of the era, and I’m thrilled to be tember,Internationally the festival is renowned offering a jazz broad act, range the education in schools. part of keeping that art form alive,” he said. Young Northside Big Band, along with guest Defunct for many years, the band was Other performances over the weekend singer, Janet Seidel, have been busy rehears- - include Live in the Glen, a showcase of young ing before their performance, which is focus- so conducts and teaches music across mul- musicians from the Northern Beaches, and ing on popular big band music from the late tiplerecently schools revived in Sydney. by Geoff It consistsin 2008, of high who al Legends of Jazz, a tribute to jazz musicians school and university students from the ranging from swing, to bop, and cool. Buy “We’ve been very fortunate to have one Northern Beaches. your ticket now! 1930s to the early 1940s. Place to go for antiques If you love all things vintage, you will love the Antique Gener- al Store in North Narrabeen. This fascinating store is an institu- tion in the area, having occupied the same building for nearly 30 years. Each of its ten rooms are bursting with an eclectic range of vintage furniture, kitchenware and decorator items as well as jew- We buy & sell old and interesting wares ellery, china, linen and silver. There’s usually a selection of vintage outdoor furniture from cane to cast iron and for indoors there are bedside cabinets, vintage kitchen chairs, rustic benches and cup- boards, and tables of all kinds. Film and TV stylists regularly shop there. Because of the abun-

Antiquedance and General variety Store. of the stock they usually find that elusive piece. ManyWhatever locally made your films decorating and lifestyle style, TV whether shows feature you live items in an from inner the city apartment, a beach house or bungalow, the Antique General Store will have something to suit your lifestyle. For more information: Address: 2 Warraba Road, North Narrabeen Hours: Open 7 days 10am – 5pm Phone: 9913 7636 Website: www.antiquegeneralstore.com.au

Sydney Observer |August 2013 sydneyobserver.com 13 profile | erin holland

Erin Holland Cremorne resident proves she has beauty and a purpose.

by Rose Moloney Why did you enter the Miss World Australia competition? lthough she has described herself in the past Over the last couple of years I’ve been working in as an “ugly-duckling”, opera singer Erin the entertainment industry, trying to get into musical AHolland proved this definitely wasn’t the theatre and presenting. If you look in the media and case when she was crowned Miss World Australia on see the likes of Jen Hawkins and Rachel Finch they July 20. Erin fundraised, sang, spoke and exercised actually all came from competitions like Miss World. her way to the top of judges’ scorebooks, and is When I actually did a little bit more research I found now preparing for the Miss World international I really resonated with Miss World and what it competition in Indonesia. stands for. Erin currently resides in Cremorne, but she What aspect of the Miss World pagaent still calls Queensland home. She lived in Cairns particularly resonated with you? until she was 17, before receiving a scholarship to It stands for so much more than just your run-of- study at the Sydney Conservatorium of Music. Erin the-mill beauty pageant, which a lot of people has a busy few months ahead as she channels her don’t know. It’s actually incredibly difficult to do efforts into charity fundraising, while keeping up well, because there are so many elements. You her singing practice, however she finds time to chat have to fundraise for one of the chosen charities. to Sydney Observer. Then there’s the fitness fast track, which is a two-hour boot camp that you do. Then you have to perform a talent. There’s a runway show and

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there’s an overall appearance, health and wellbeing but she’s also got an operatic influence in her I just feel kids haven’t had a chance to do anything section, which is another name for the swimwear vocals. She’s just a hilarious character and it’s just with their lives before they get sick, the poor little component. So there are a lot of parts to it as well, something that I’ve always, always wanted to do. things. I really wanted to help out with that particular rather than just being a competition based on what What will the next few months entail for charity, so I actually teamed up with some fellow you look like. you now you have been crowned Miss contestants to put on some events around Sydney. What part of the competition did you World Australia? We had one at Hugo’s Lounge in Potts Point, where find the most challenging? I think it’s going to be very busy. I have singing we sold official Variety Merchandise, auctioned off The fitness component is quite gruelling. You know practice as part of my daily schedule. No matter swimwear and we had a lots of raffle prizes from you’re doing a boot camp for a couple of hours, where I am, it’s not hard to squeeze in half an hour businesses around Sydney. which is generally pretty difficult. I actually entered to an hour of singing. But in terms of searching What do you do in your spare time? the competition last year, it was my first ever for work within that role, I think that will I try and head back down to the Sydney Dance pageant. The thing I remembered the most was how probably have to be put on hold until I finish the Company and keep up my dancing training, difficult that boot camp was! competition at the end of September in Indonesia. which is also something I’ve been doing since You have said one of your dreams is to Then you never know what might come out of I was five and goes hand in hand with musical perform on Broadway. Do you have a that. I’ll get to perform on the international stage, theatre. I’m also a massive sports fanatic, I particular character in mind? which will be an absolutely amazing opportunity. absolutely love going to live sport; I do my best I absolutely fell in love with Wicked the musical How did you raise money for your to squeeze in a game of NRL or Union when I when it came out eight or nine years ago, one of chosen charity? have the time. I love the cricket as well! That’s the characters Glinda, the good witch, is absolutely I decided to choose Variety, the children’s charity, not something that people would necessarily perfect for me. She’s a musical theatre voice type, because I think I resonated the most with that cause. know about me.

Sydney Observer |august 2013 sydneyobserver.com 15 education How to: secure a uni scholarship Every year students miss out on scholarships simply because they don’t know about them. there’s still time to change this.

by Tess Gibney DO YOUR RESEARCH should never be dissuaded from applying Think of applying for a scholarship in the because they intrinsically assume they’re Making tertiary education more same way that you would consider apply- not “good enough”. - ing for a degree. Though the surplus of in- “People often underestimate their abil- ships grant qualifying students the unpar- formation surrounding scholarships and ities, and people who apply and get scholar- alleledimminently ability affordable, to realise their university full academ scholar- the scholarship application process can ships are often not people who thought they ic potential. However many potential can- be overwhelming, it’s important to do re- would,” he says. didates are missing out on the scholarship search so you know which one is best Despite many scholarships being tai- suited to you. Generally, there are three - - types of scholarships available: academ- ed students, there are scholarship options cruitment,opportunities admissions universities and offer. scholarships ic achievement scholarships, equity-based availablelored specifically for those towards that may exceptionally not anticipate gift at theShane University Griffin, of directorNew South of studentWales, said re scholarships and scholarships based on an outstandingly high score. It all comes that while thousands of scholarships are sporting achievements. back to research, knowing what to apply that students for, and ‘shopping’ around. Universities out- students tend to miss out due to a lack of should thoroughly explore all avenues side of the Sydney metropolitan area – such awarenessoffered by of availableuniversities scholarships every year, and manya whenMr searching Griffin and stresses applying for scholar- as Wollongong – are often more lenient in ships. Make sure to rigorously assess your or ineligible. eligibility, and don’t be afraid to ask a uni- achievement’. is to simply perception“Some yearsthat theywe don’t were get under-qualified nearly enough applytheir anyway. definition of exceptional ‘academic applicants for certain scholarships, because or think that there might be a scholarship Mr Griffin’s advice people assume that they’re not eligible,” you’reversity more official likely if you to don’t be awarded. know enough, Don’t BROADEN YOUR HORIZONS miss out simply because you didn’t know, believes that universi- “We’ve had a campaign for a number and didn’t apply. “Scholarships only go to ties value students who can demonstrate ofexplains years atMr the Griffin. university that aims to pro- those people who apply,” he says. thatMr Griffin “there’s strongly more to life than study”. mote scholarship application in high school Having looked through thousands students, by making them more aware of BE AWARE OF DEADLINES of scholarship applications and sat in the types of scholarships that are available, It’s no secret that the HSC year can be over- on panels for scholarship interviews, who is eligible to apply, and how to apply.” whelming for all. Nevertheless, many schol- - University scholarships can be ex- arship applications for school leavers need ue “well-rounded” students with “an ap- - titudeMr Griffin for time said management”.that he tended He to men val- minimise the need to undertake part- tions having a part-time job and possess- timetremely work beneficial for some, to and students. allow certain They stu can- to be completed before students have fin- ing the ability to play a musical instru- dents the opportunity to attend universi- arshipsished the be schoolcompleted year. before Mr Griffin September advised 30 ment as “positive personal attributes” to ty where they might not have been able to thisthat yearall applications – a deadline for that UNSW is relatively 2014 schol ge- include in an application, or to mention neric for all the major tertiary institutions. in an interview. scoring a scholarship. Avoid late application by noting due dates When applying for a scholarship, otherwise. Mr Griffin offers his advice on and having everything prepared several there are really no limits to what you can days in advance. and cannot include on the application. Even things within the familial sphere DONT UNDERESTIMATE – such as helping out in the family home There’s a common belief among high – demonstrate a keen ability to manage school students and school leavers that time and engage with activities other than the only people eligible for scholarships study. Someone who scored an outstand- are those at the absolute top of their game ing mark will not necessarily be the more – the 98.5 and above high achievers. Al- appropriate candidate if they are unable though this may be true to an extent, Mr to demonstrate a healthy and balanced approach to life.

16 Sydney Observer |august 2013 sydneyobserver.comGriffin was quick to assert that students education Harmony at Ravenswood quadruple threat

Two year 5 Ravenswood students, Lara Gee and Charlotte Wardell, Roseville College’s Junior entered the 2013 Harmony Day Poster Competition. Lara’s entry place in the Primary Schools Chamber Ensemble category at the was selected as the Junior School Northern Sydney Regional Win- recent Northern Beaches Eisteddfod.School String Quartet won first ner and Charlotte’s entry as the Junior School Northern Sydney Re- The four talented string musicians, Rachael Chan, Jedda Thorley, Ol- gional Runner Up . ivia Cejnar and Melanie Chan, who are taught by the College’s ensem- Lara’s poster was based on Gustav Klimt’s ‘Tree of Life’. She said: ble tutor, Ms Phillipa Collins, were especially noted by adjudica- “I used many heads and faces of tors for their excellent sense of ensemble. Following their success, the quartet went on to all over the world in it with lots of perform at the Autumn colour.children I wanted from different to say that cultures even Strings. “Teamwork is the key branches we are all from the same to any strong musical per- thoughhuman tree.”we may be from different formance, just as it is to Both girls were very excit- any other group working ed to win the competition and re- together towards a com- ceived awards at a presentation mon goal,” says Roseville ceremony at NSW Parliament College’s director of mu- House. sic, Mrs Noni Katada. “I was very proud of my- “The girls are learning self and my school to receive this the value of connecting as (L-R) Roseville College’s Junior School award and to see my artwork musicians when they play String Quartet, Jedda Thorley, Melanie hanging up in NSW State Parlia- Lara Gee with her winning together and they obvious- Chan, Olivia Cejnar and Rachael ment,” said Lara. Harmony Day poster ‘The ly enjoy working together Chan, with ensemble tutor, Ms Phillipa Tree of Life’. as a team.” Collins.

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Negotiating childcare choices considerations to make before deciding on a day care option.

by Alison Gates* situation, there was no one-stop-shop so- been embraced into a setting where quality lution. So, in the course of a week, I patch education and genuine care are foremost in There are so many choices for childcare together a mix of mummy-time, time spent the philosophy of the place. in our community. Preschools, long day with grandparents who help with pick-ups That’s not to say it is the model that care centres, occasional care centres, fam- - works best for everyone. No two children ily day care centres, private care options tre and some time in a community-based, are exactly alike and neither are their ed- such as nannies and au pairs… negotiating and drop-offs, time in a long day care cen ucational needs. That’s why the most im- - portant thing about ensuring the future of Like many working mums, I know, schoolnot-for-profit program preschool. between the hours of 9am quality early childhood education in Ku- strikingthe choices the feels right like balance a bit offor a minefield.childcare for and Most3pm longand thenday careextended centres hours offer of acare pre ring-gai is about maintaining diversity and my children has not been easy. But I’m not either side of that. It is convenient and on choice for families. It takes all kinds of cen- in need of a babysitter. Lots of my friends tres, preschools, long day care centres, fam- have found economy and convenience in an au pair because, by the time you are pay- costface value more it than is more $110 affordable. per day for a long kinds of choices to weave a fabric that is ing for two or more childcare places, you day careAffordability place (this isusually a huge includes issue. lunch, It can justily dayright care, for a for-profit,diverse community. not-for-profit, all snacks and nappies). With two pre-school- The best solution for my kids has not help. Still more (myself included), rely on ers, we really had to sit down and do the been the easiest choice for me. My husband themight dedication be able to and afford generosity to employ of grand private- - parents to help with the responsibilities of for me to go back to work at all. Long day der to be home in time for school pick-ups, children. I will always treasure the special sums around whether it was cost effective- Idashes go into off work to later,work earlysneaking some in daysa load in ofor bond my children have with each of their al government 50 per cent childcare rebate. grandparents. I know how lucky I am that Givencare, for that the we moment, are rapidly qualifies descending for a feder in- morning and then making up my hours at they are nearby. to pre-election mode, I’ll be listening very thewashing other before end of dropping the day. This the kidskind off of chaos in the But there are some things that even a carefully to hear whether or not that rebate somehow works for us. grandparent cannot give. stays or goes. For me the term “childcare” de-em- Many community-based preschools phasises the crucial role of early childhood are doing it tough. The shorter hours of So here’s my advice: education. Research shows that we learn care and the absence of the rebate mean ● Be open – check out all the options, go more when we are four than at any other and have a look, don’t be afraid to ask ques- stage of our life. By the time a child turns less convenient. And yet when you walk in- tions. that on face value it is less affordable and ● social skills – the foundations of their life – feel right, it might not be right for you. havefive, most already of theirbeen intellect,learned. personality and to a not-for profit, dedicated preschool it ● BeBe confidentexcited – –your trust little your person gut. If itis doesn’t taking Finding a childcare place for my three youhas ahave different to see forfeel. yourself. Something I can’t quite important early steps to independence. and four-year-old children has been about put myI have finger to say on. that It’s Ireally have somethingfound the com that- munity-based preschool has been the mod- after them while I go to work. I am look- el that has sat best with my ideas about *Alison Gates is a mother of three, a muching for more quality than early finding childhood someone education to look early childhood education. The empha- resident of Ku-ring-gai and an academic and I need to balance that against the need sis on community has meant that the part- at Charles Sturt University. for long hours of care so that I can main- nership between parent, child and educa- tain my paid job. The reality is that, in my

20 Sydney Observer |august 2013 sydneyobserver.comtor has genuinely flourished. My family has education | From the principal Finding greatness within

by Dr Briony Scott* My message to our young people is Greatness and leadership are Leadership requires an ability to fo- this: You must make a decision about your about character and ethics, integrity cus on something that matters, something life and whom you will let set the expecta- and mindsets. other than yourself, something bigger than tions. You must work out who you will lis- Our expectation for the next genera- you, something bigger than what everyone tion is that you take this life by the horns, else thinks, or indeed thinks of you. It re- the greatness within. But know this: That challenge your fears, and act with courage, quires a determination to persist at some- greatnessten to. You is mustwithin make you. a decision to find grace and wisdom. Our expectation is that thing when we fail over and over and over Because we know there is a greatness you develop a sense of adventure, and en- - within each young person, our expecta- gage in life to the full. Our expectation is times for years – in pursuit of a goal or a tions of you are very high. But ultimately it that when you fail, or things don’t work vision.again andIt requires to delay courage gratification to face our – some own is your call. You must choose who you listen out, you deal with it and just get on with it. fears about the next step, and then to take to. You own the direction of your life. Not Our expectation is that you are in the arena, that step anyway. me. Not mum and dad. Not your friends. It To lead requires a level of greatness is your call. Only you can take responsibili- that we know is in every young person. Not ty for you. Only you can make the decision fighting*Dr Briony the goodScott fight.has been the Principal of the greatness that is misaligned with ce- to be great. Wenona since 2011. She formerly served lebrity, or popularity, or narcissism, but a This takes strength. And strength takes as Principal of Roseville College and greatness that is about character, about at- practice. So practise standing up. Practise Head of the senior school at Oxford Falls titude, and about the way they think. staying strong. Practise courage. Grammar School.

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Sydney Observer |august 2013 sydneyobserver.com 21 education Redeemer students volunteer in overseas medical mission

by Russell Bailey* tions for Barai children at Redeemer Baptist and students with the Barai tribe. School in North Parramatta. Four of these So the Redeemer team joined two doc- Last week the Redeemer Baptist School students have completed their secondary tors, three nurses and a paramedic on July Principal, Jonathan Cannon, and seven past education at Redeemer. Two of these stu- - students from Redeemer Baptist School ac- dents have also completed education de- lages using missionary aviation. During the companied a team of volunteer doctors and grees in Port Moresby and are now teaching next19 on week a couple they sleptof flights in Barai into huts, the Baraiate yams vil nurses – led by associate professor Alice Lee at the remote Barai primary school in their and walked up to 25 kilometres each day of Macquarie University Hospital – to the re- Itokama village. to key locations so that all the Barai villag- mote Barai tribe in the Oro Province of Pa- es could access the vaccination and gen- pua New Guinea, just north of the Owen eral health clinics. And the Barai helped Stanley Range. Their purpose was to deliv- them to take their solar powered fridge er vaccinations to the whole Barai tribe, in and solar generators with them, to main- Wedding accordance with World Health Organisation tain the cold chain for the vaccines and and PNG government protocols. provide power for their portable compu- Redeemer Baptist School has support- ter medical records system. They delivered ed education initiatives in the villages of the more than 3,000 vaccines in the week and Barai tribe for more than 30 years. Each year provided treatment for numerous ulcers the school community sends boxes of cloth- and infections. ing which are sold by the Barai Non-Formal Professor Lee supervising the On her return to Australia, Profes- Education Association to fund their litera- commencement of a clinic at Kokoro sor Lee said that she was already organis- cy programs including Bible translation and village in the Oro Province. ing the next visit from the medical team to health education. the Barai next January, and she was hop- Twelve years ago, members of Redeem- Last year, Redeemer students organised er Baptist Church funded enrolment posi- fundraisers which enabled the installation

A young person from Itokama village students being taught by Redeemer alumni who received life-saving intervention atof thesolar Itokama lighting School and power – there to isbenefit no electrici fellow- for a septic infection in her left hand ty or running water in the Barai villages. The – Redeemer is trying to bring Elvis to other two Barai Redeemer students have Sydney for a medical procedure to deal completed vocational training as paramed- fully with the infection and restore the ics and have begun to contribute to health use of her hand. needs in the Barai villages. There are no doc- tors or nurses in the Barai villages. Medical help is about four days walk away through tropical jungles. A few years ago, Professor Alice Lee was asked to treat one of Redeemer’s Barai stu- Professor Lee assisting a local health dents. This student’s mother had died at a worker take a blood sample for analysis young age in the village, just before the start during a vaccination clinic. of the school year, without any medical diag- nosis or treatment. The boy was heart-bro- ing that Redeemer would be involved again. ken. But as Professor Lee began to treat the “The Redeemer young people were amaz- boy, she began to envision how she could ing,” she said, ‘”nothing fazed them, they help the boy’s tribe. “Everything has a pur- were always on task, we couldn’t have done pose,” she said to volunteers helping to or- it without them.” In addition to assisting ganise the mission, “and I believe that vac- with general medical health needs for this cination against Hepatitis B and other dis- eases may help to prevent such tragic cir- to help the Barai become Hepatitis B free. cumstances”. Professor Lee requested Re- remote tribe, Professor Lee’s specific aim is deemer’s involvement because of the long- * Russell Bailey is the headmaster at the Redeemer Baptist School, Parramatta.

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Sydney Observer |august 2013 sydneyobserver.com 23 Lifestyle | wellbeing Ears of Experience When finding the right solution for your hearing needs there is no substitute for the experience, knowledge, service and care you will receive from a third generation family practice.

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Sydney Observer |august 2013 sydneyobserver.com 41 Lifestyle | wellbeing Why do dentists take x-rays and are they safe?

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Fifth Avenue: Rockefeller Centre: by Jessie Goldie Is a street an attraction? It is when it’s one of It’s highly recommended that you purchase a the most famous in the world. Even if you’re RockPass – a ticket for the history tour and There isn’t really a ‘bad’ time to visit not one for shopping, seeing the beauti- Top of the Rock observation deck. The tour is New York City, but the Big Apple in the Sum- - fantastic and gives you an in depth history of mer is hard to beat when it comes to the ny and Co., Louis Vuitton and the famous Ap- the Rockefeller family and how they made ‘best’, so grab your passport and our guide pleful shopfrontsStore is still of not Saks, to be Henri missed. Bendel, You’ll Tiffa also their millions, as well as an explana- to the city’s ‘Must See’s’ and go! see the famous Trump Tower and the ornate tion of the beautiful artworks that adorn Plaza Hotel. the 19 buildings that make up the Pla- Circle Line Harbour Cruise: za. Then head up to the Top of the Rock ob- Start your day calmly on the water with a Broadway Show: servation deck for unparalleled views sight seeing cruise. You’ll get an encapsulat- Head to Times Square and barter yourself of the city. ed history while you pass by the Statue of some cheap tickets to a show. Don’t worry too Liberty and Ellis Island, go under the Brook- much about which show, whether you’ve got Central Park: lyn, Manhattan and Williamsburg bridg- $50 or $500 to spend, you’re bound to have a A quintessentially ‘New York’ experience, es and view all the iconic buildings of the fantastic night. However, be wary of scalpers Central Park will be a highlight of anyone’s island from the water. If you’re strapped and people selling counterfeit tickets and may- trip. Hire a bicycle for at least two hours and for cash the Staten Island Ferry is free and be stick to TKTS or Americana Tickets NYC to cruise around the Park at a leisurely pace, ensure they’re genuine. At the end of the show taking in all the beautiful sights and smells. If catch a glimpse of Times Square after dark you have more time, and a tendency towards MoM also offersA: great views but no tour guide. and you’ll see why NYC is known as the ‘City the romantic, head to the Loeb Boathouse The $25 admission fee is a little steep, howev- that never sleeps’! and hire a rowboat. er this really is an unmissable experience for visitors to NYC. Airy and expansive, with sky- lit, open galleries along with smaller, intimate rooms, MoMA is one of the world’s greatest for both its architecture and collection.

Brooklyn Bridge: Walking the bridge from Brooklyn to Man- hattan is a fantastic experience for a number of reasons – it’s free, it’s easy (on- the most spectacular views of the Manhat- tanly takes skyline 30 and minutes) New York and Harbour it offers in the some city. of

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Ho Chi Minh: 4 days Ho Chi Minh, formerly known as Saigon, is one of Vietnam’s historical hubs. Histo- - seum and Cu Chi Tunnels – both providing Phu Quoc: 5-6 days insightsry buffs into will theenjoy Vietnam the War War. Remnants In between Mu After spending a few days exploring the sightseeing, while away the hours sipping bustling city of Ho Chi Minh, you will Hanoi: 3-4 days on pho, a traditional Vietnamese soup, be ready for a bit of R&R. Phu Quoc’s If you’re an avid shopper then save the ma- from a street vendor or shopping at one of beautiful beaches are just the place to get jority of your spare cash for Hanoi. Vietnam’s the 3000 stalls at the Ben Thanh Market. the dose of paradise you have been waiting capital, Hanoi, is known for its quality, cus- tom-made clothing. To get the most for your is the easiest way to get to this island. A money, go prepared with ideas of colours and for. Located in the Gulf of Thailand, flying styles in mind. If you’re more interested in an hour. culture than clothing, just spend the day wan- flight from Ho Chi Minh takes just under dering through the Old Quarter, check out the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, or take a traditional Vietnamese cooking class.

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For a Beachside Brekky Armchair Collective 9A Darley Street East, Mona Vale. The northern beaches is littered with yummy breakfast spots, however Armchair Collective is a stand out for a number of reasons – including their incredibly tasty fresh orange juice. One of their biggest draw-cards is that it’s not only a cafe, but a homewares store as well. After devouring a big breakfast, have a look at the artwork, locally poured candles and beautifully upholstered armchairs and you may walk away with more than just a full tummy!

Echo on the Marina’s breathtaking view. Brekky with a View Echo on the Marina 15 Normac Street, Roseville Chase Want a water view with breakfast? Look no further. With breathtaking water views across Middle Harbour, Echo on the Marina Cafe provides a tranquil bushland setting, relaxed friendly dining, and delicious food, right here on the north shore.

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