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2 | havenmagazine.com.au PUBLISHED Upfront JUNE 2019 what Team haven we're PUBLISHER/OWNER: Keeley O'Connor Hello [email protected] gramming EDITOR: winter! Belinda Glindemann [email protected] I hate being cold so I’m trying my best to rock socks ART DIRECTOR: and sneakers with most outfits. My skin also seems to Emma Mardaine scale up overnight in winter – I can’t be alone in that, # [email protected] can I? While winter isn’t may fave season, I’ve enjoyed DIGITAL/ADMIN: having the slow cooker on high rotation, craving warm Bec Watts [email protected] hearty foods (I hope my activewear still fits come spring!). I am OK with wearing ugg boots, cardigans and ADVERTISING SALES: [email protected] flannel PJs. And I’m TOTALLY loving the fact that I can INTERN: put my pyjamas on at 4.30pm just as it’s getting dark Millie Perks #nojudgement. [email protected] Did you realise that we are at midway through the school year already? Go on – give yourself a pat on the back, even pour yourself a glass of red wine and relish the knowledge that you've survived another semester! Contributors To celebrate, let’s welcome the winter school holidays! ANASTASIA WHITE Editorial assistant Turn the pages of our magazine for loads of inspiration, a calendar of events and school holiday activity ideas FE TAYLOR Health & Wellbeing to suit everyone – indoors and out! I can’t wait to get a GEORGIA HARDING Food/Naturopath movie marathon underway and ride to a cosy café with DEBBIE HOGG Life Skills my kids for a hot chocolate. This break we’re also planning on hiking Mt Warning, taking in some footy games, hitting the skate parks and HAVEN MAGAZINE even doing some surf day trips. I am totally inspired Published by: to try my hand at knitting after reading about craft haven creative projects this issue - and having a little walk down PO Box 5366 memory lane. Knitting is something I used to do when I Q Super Centre QLD 4218 was young and I wonder if my kids will love it (with me) or prefer a movie marathon and popcorn instead?!

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Woody (voice of Tom Hanks) has always been confident about his place in the world, and that his priority is taking care of his kid, whether that’s Andy or Bonnie. books So when Bonnie’s beloved new craft-project-turned-toy, Forky (voice of Tony Hale), declares himself as “trash” ReviewsWOLF GIRL 1 - Into the Wild and not a toy, Woody takes it upon himself to show Anh Do Forky why he should embrace being a toy. Woody ends up on an unexpected detour that includes a reunion When disaster separates Gwen from with his long-lost friend Bo Peep (voice of Annie Potts). her family, she must fend for herself, all alone in the wilderness. Luckily, she’s Book your Family Saver Sessions of The Secret not alone for long. When a wolf puppy, a Labrador, Life of Pets 2 and Disney’s Toy Story 4 at BCC and a Chihuahua and a greyhound want to make Event Cinemas these school holidays and save at friends, Gwen discovers talents she didn’t know eventcinemas.com.au she possessed. Author Anh Do is also an artist, a comedian, an actor and a TV personality. THE SECRET LIFE OF PETS 2 (PG) For ages 8-14. $14.99 In cinemas June 20

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IT’S WINTER SCHOOL HOLIDAY TIME, WHICH MEANS PLENTY OF REASONS TO HUDDLE UP INSIDE, OUT OF THE COLD, OR HEAD OUT INTO THE SUNSHINE FOR SOME MUCH-NEEDED DEFROSTING. Stayhead in out or WHICHEVER YOU PREFER, GIVE THESE FAMILY IDEAS A TRY!

OnOutdoor your bike fun Get the blood pumping and see the city from the seat of a bike these winter holidays. The cooler weather means you can happily spend hours outdoors without getting too hot and sweaty, so make a day out of it and pack a picnic to enjoy when you find a picturesque resting spot. A quick Google will reveal the best bike paths near you. Take a hike HostIndoor a moviefun marathon Is it just us, or are mountain ranges even more beautiful during winter? Much like with bike riding, hiking in winter is ideal because you don’t have to worry There’s nothing like snuggling up inside on a cold night (or day!) so gather the about overheating. Make the most of the cooler weather and take on one kids and your cosiest blankets and host a movie marathon at home. All you’ll of the longer hikes in Springbrook National Park, or whichever hiking spot is need is a Netflix or Stan subscription (or a DVD player, if you’re old-school), closest to you. a dark room and plenty of popcorn. And, if you’re planning on hitting the cinemas these school holidays, you’ll be in for a treat. Don’t miss out on The Secret Life of Pets 2, Toy Story 4 and The Lion King when they hit cinemas this Picnic in the park June/July. We love picnicking all year ‘round, but getting outside and basking in the sun – while munching on delicious sandwiches and cheese platters – is pretty much Get your skates on unbeatable. Pick a park with a great playground and settle in for hours of good, clean family fun. You'll find some more of our ideas on Page 31. Whether you prefer wheels or ice, a skating session is one of the best ways to spend your school holidays – it’s secretly exercise (perfect for working off the inevitable holiday treats) and kids very rarely get sick of it. The best part? You Catch a game can set up shop on the sidelines with your laptop, getting work done or just Don your team's colours and hit a nearby stadium to watch one of our many about anything else done while your kids skate up a storm. impressive local sports teams play at home. From the Brisbane Broncos and the Reds, to the Titans and Gold Coast Suns further south, we really are spoilt Make your own fun for sporting choice. Not to mention, the Queensland Firebirds have moved into their new home at the Queensland State Netball Centre on Brisbane's There are plenty of DIY ways to have fun indoors – from painting to cubby- southside, and they’re quite the force to be reckoned with. making, card games, board games, dress-ups, and more – but if your kids are tired of the classic options, why not get creative making your own versions of some fun activities? Turn empty bottles into bowling pins, put a mattress Walk through history on the floor as a makeshift trampoline or have your children set up their own How much time have you spent exploring your local history? Both Brisbane scavenger hunt (it will keep them busy for hours). and the Gold Coast are home to some incredible heritage trails, that will literally let you take a step back in time to discover local secrets and important Hit the museum milestones. Head to your local city council website to find out where to start. Just because the kids aren’t at school, it doesn’t mean they should stop learning. A trip to your local art gallery or museum will open their eyes to brand new things and fill their heads with interesting facts and ideas, and there are often kid-friendly activities to get involved in, too. There are plenty of interesting galleries and museums to visit – from the Gold Coast War Museum to Brisbane’s Maritime Museum, there’s always more to explore. Mini Masterchef Is there anything better than freshly baked goodies on a cold winter’s day? Get your kids in the kitchen and bake up a storm, whether it’s a gooey batch of choc-chip cookies, a healthy slice or an after-dinner delight (super- chocolatey brownies are our personal favourites). The best part? You’ll keep them entertained for a good chunk of time and have a delicious reward to enjoy after. And promise us you won't stress about the mess - it's half the fun!

8 | havenmagazine.com.au Winter holidays craftMust-try projects Knitting GET CREATIVE THESE SCHOOL HOLIDAYS WITH THESE FIVE You may think that knitting is reserved for elderly ladies waiting at the CRAFT PROJECTS! NOT ONLY WILL YOUR KIDS BE LEARNING A bus stop, but there is actually a tonne of things you can create, right BRAND-NEW SKILL, BUT THEY’LL HAVE SOMETHING TO SHOW now, as a knitting novice. From chunky garter stitch scarves to knit OFF WHEN SCHOOL STARTS BACK. A SIMPLE GOOGLE WILL caps, headbands and pillow cases, there are hundreds of reasons to REVEAL THE BEST WAYS TO GET STARTED. pick up knitting these school holidays. Take your kids to your local craft supply store and let them pick out their own coloured wool, Cross-stitching then throw on a YouTube video or find an easy how-to guide and get knitting. The best part is, learning how to knit will give you something A form of hand embroidery, cross-stitching relaxing yet engaging to do while you wait at school pick-up, sit on the involves stitching thread through a special sidelines at weekend sport and, when you’re an elderly lady yourself, kind of fabric – known as Aida – that can be wait for the bus. Plus, it’s waaaaaay more productive than sitting on stretched across a wooden hoop for ease your phone scrolling through social media. of handling. It’s simple enough to pick up and the materials are relatively cheap and Art and about easily found, making it a cool school holiday activity to introduce to your kids. When it If you’re stuck for inspiration indoors, head out to one of the many comes to cross-stitching, the world seriously great art and craft spots around town. West End’s RAW Art offers is your oyster – you can stitch cute quotes, an impressive range of workshops for kids of just about any age, floral patterns, your favourite animal, movie with specific holiday workshops tailored to your child’s abilities and characters or even your pet. Their cutesy, interests. Their workshops are fun, hands-on and are sure to make vintage charm makes finished cross-stitch your kids walk out the door with a huge smile on their face – and works the perfect way to display some an artistic creation to proudly display at home. Similarly, you could tongue-in-cheek humour around your home. pop by The Craft Parlour at Burleigh Heads for some crafty fun. Not Some of our favourite cross-stitched quotes only do the clever folks at The Craft Parlour put on engaging kids’ we’ve seen include, "Warning: this is proof I workshops, they also offer kids’ craft parties for maximum fun. Or, if have the patience to stab something 1000 you’d like to keep out of the cold, why not sign up to a Mrs Red’s Art times" and "I got 99 problems but a stitch ain’t Room subscription, which delivers a box full of creativity (literally) one" and "Have a nice poop!" – proving that to your doorstep every single month. With all of the instructions cross-stitch works are the bathroom décor and materials to make the designated masterpiece of the month, you never knew you needed. your kids will be well on their way to becoming pint-sized Picassos or mini Matisses. Macramé The boho home décor item of your dreams is actually not that difficult to DIY. Combining Crochet different knotting techniques, macramé wall What do grocery bags, slippers, pot plant holders, hangings make for the perfect school holiday or placemats and coats have in common? They’re all weekend project. And much like crochet, once things that you can crochet! It doesn’t take long to pick you’ve mastered a few basic techniques, you’re up the basics of crochet and once you’ve mastered pretty much good to go. Macramé kits are easy the technique, there are a bunch of different creations to find in craft and bargain stores, but if you can’t that you can crochet. Make sure you start with a track one down, all you’ll need is a hoop or stick light-coloured yarn so that you can see exactly where of some kind, scissors and plenty of macramé you need to insert your crochet hook, and try to pick cord. You can also include beads, if you’re feeling up a hook that matches the weight of your yarn (most fancy. The key knots you’ll need to know are the yarn labels will suggest an ideal hook size). With a Lark’s Head knot, a square knot, a double-square little practice, you’ll be able to create a slip knot, a knot and a double half-hitch knot – which sound foundation chain and a single crochet stitch – the complicated, but are actually pretty simple. Hit the most basic kind of crochet stitch that, once mastered, Googles for more. With just an hour of patience makes a perfect starting point for more complex and practice, and you’ll discover that making stitches. Once you’ve got all of that down pat, you’ll be macramé wall hangings is something that you, and well on your way to crocheting clothes, accessories, even your kids, can easily achieve these holidays. homewares, toys and so much more.

@havenhub | 9 Winter holidays Go wild

FOLLOW THE PACK THESE SCHOOL HOLIDAYS! WE’RE NOT TALKING YOUR TYPICAL ZOO – GET UP CLOSE AND PERSONAL WITH NEW FOUR-LEGGED, TWO-LEGGED AND NO-LEGGED FRIENDS WHEN YOU Hosanna Farmstay TRY ONE OF THESE IMMERSIVE ANIMAL EXPERIENCES. Hidden in the hinterland of the beautiful Tweed Valley, this winter this 100-acre farmstay invites your whole family – pups included – to experience good old-fashioned fun on the Cedar Glen Farmstay farm. Meet and play with their farm animals, learn how Lamington National Park’s Cedar Glen to milk a cow, make a bush cubby, jump off the diving Farmstay feels a world away from the board or float around the dam, then head back to your hustle and bustle of city life – despite campsite to roast marshmallows around the campfire. being just an hour-and-a-bit’s drive Or, if adventure calls, explore the 500m glow worm inland from the Gold Coast. Steeped in tunnel! If you’re not one to pitch a tent, book one of the history and family tradition, the cattle on-site cabins or glamping huts. Easy. property has been in action for over 100 www.hosannafarmstay.com.au years. While it certainly looks different nowadays – we don’t think sunset 4WD tours were on the agenda back in 1900 – Win a day trip you can still participate in age-old farm to Tangalooma, activities like whip cracking, horse riding and boomerang throwing. More on page 12

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Happy Pig Farm What started as four horses and two piglets quickly turned into what is now known as Happy Pig Farm - a family-friendly farmstay experience complete with sheep, cattle, more pigs and horses, chickens, ducks and sprawling market gardens full of fresh, organic produce. Just outside Stanthorpe’s CBD, Happy Pig Farm promises an idyllic winter getaway, complete with great food, fun activities (the nearby Girraween National Park offers bushwalking or mountain climbing and there are also a number of local wineries) and so much more.

www.happypigfarm.com.au Whale watching The June/July school holiday period may be our coldest, but it signals the search for more temperate waters Paradise Country for migratory whales – making it the perfect time to get out on the ocean on The Gold Coast’s answer to an authentic Aussie farm a whale-watching cruise. The Gold Coast experience, Paradise Country is packed with animals and abounds with tour groups that will take activities galore. Catch the sheep shearing presentation and you out to sea to spot humpback and parade, wander about the Farmyard Play Paddock (being southern right whales as they head north greeted by sheep, goats, dogs, chickens, ducks, horses and to breed and birth their calves, most of pigs as you do) then refuel at the Farmhouse Restaurant. which guarantee a whale sighting or your You can also see the grounds aboard a tractor, get a happy money back. You’re also likely to spot snap with wild animals, visit the Dingo Den, cuddle with dolphins, turtles, sea birds and other koalas and visit the Farmyard Nursey. marine life, making this a school holiday www.paradisecountry.com.au activity your kids won’t soon forget.

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Dress up even your most boring black handbag by tying a silk scarf around the strap. Not only does this give new life to your old favourites, but it’s also a sure-fire way to make them look more expensive to scarf than they actually were. WHEN WE THINK WINTER SCARVES, WE NORMALLY PICTUREFive HEAVY, CHUNKY ways ONES THAT SUFFOCATE OUR NECK AND ALWAYS (SOMEHOW?) GET FOOD CRUMBS IN THEM. WITH A CLIMATE LIKE OURS, DITCH THE Myer pleated neckerchief scarf, WINTER WOOLS AND OPT FOR SOFT SILKS. $19.95, www.myer.com.au Loose around your neck Rock the neckerchief Done? Maybe. But a classic, nonetheless. Neckerchiefs are officially back in, and you You can totally still wear your silk scarf as can go as bold or as simple as you like with a regular scarf, but it’s a case of the bigger, this trend. Whether you pair it with a white the better. We recommend opting for a scarf tee, a Breton stripe or an all-black ensemble, with lots of bright colours, then paring it back we promise you won’t look like an air hostess with a denim jacket and black or white basics (or a cowgirl). underneath. As bold and eye-catching as a silk scarf may be, it’s still very much a versatile Tied in your hair staple – and not just in winter. You’ve seen it on Pinterest, Instagram and even the catwalks – the hair scarf is officially As a belt here to stay, and there are so many ways you Revolutionary, we know. Whether it’s your can rock it this winter. A big cozy jumper, favourite pair of jeans, a loose dress or even jeans and a light- or pastel-coloured scarf tied denim shorts (when the weather is feeling a around your ponytail is just one example, but Banana Republic all-over neckerchief bit more forgiving), there are a tonne of outfits you could also tie one around your messy top in Kelly green (also available in blush), you can jazz up with a silk scarf-turned-belt. knot to look (and feel) pulled together. $35, www.theiconic.com.au

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Since launching eleven years ago, Regional Flavours has become quite the Queensland icon. The largest free food and wine festival in Australia, it’s a celebration of our vibrant food culture and regional producers, artisans, graziers and chefs. Brimming with cooking demonstrations led by celebrity chefs and industry experts, pop-up food stalls, live music and free kids activities, Regional Flavours 2019 makes for the perfect family day out.

Innovation is a core focus at this year’s event, making it the perfect opportunity to introduce your children to some different or plant-based alternatives to their favourite foods. For example, ‘camel culture’ will be in the spotlight with stallholders Summer Land Camels and QCamels treating attendees to nourishing camel-based milk, cheese and yoghurts – said to provide support with some health issues like diabetes and Crohn’s Disease. And, on the main stage, plant-based nutritionist Ellie Bullen will deliver wholesome cooking demonstrations that will get your kids excited about healthy eating.

With delicious produce from 17 different regions to sample from the 80 stallholders, your family is certainly spoilt for choice. You can expect top quality, ready-to-eat food stalls offering treats at various price points, served up by the very people behind what’s on your plate. Chat to them about this year’s other major theme, ‘sustainability,’ to learn how we can all do our bit to reduce waste – including bringing our own water bottles to Regional Flavours, as single-use plastic bottles will not be available.

Nestled in the fruitful surrounds of Epicurious Garden, Kids Collective will again return to Regional Flavours this year with a lineup of free kids activities to keep your little foodies entertained. OzHarvest will be launching a new children’s book, Lenny and the Ants, which teaches kids all about food in a fun and interactive way. Let them unleash their creative side with a range of craft activities as well as being able to get their hands dirty by planting a tomato. The activities are suitable for kids aged 3-10 years old.

Not to mention, you’ll get to hear from the likes of Matt Preston, George Calombaris and Gary Mehigan, Poh Ling Yeow, Justine Scholfield and Brisbane’s own Georgia Barnes when they present over the two-day event. Among the live cooking displays and entertainment will be a world of gourmet delights to discover, including regional wines and fresh produce, truffles, preserves, chocolate, pastry and much more.

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ST HILDA’S SCHOOL PRE-PREP LITTLE PACCAS DISNEY ON ICE CELEBRATES REGIONAL OPEN MORNING KIDS CLUB MICKEY AND FRIENDS FLAVOURS St Hilda’s School, Southport Pacific Fair, Broadbeach Brisbane Entertainment Centre, South Bank 9am 10am Boondall Parklands ~ Free kids’ club for preschool aged kids Australia’s largest free food and What makes St Hilda’s the perfect school to and parents offering you 2 free kids’ The breath-taking, spine-tingling ice wine event, Regional Flavours help your daughter flourish? Stop by their events each month. Sign up to our show returns, this time celebrating showcases the best Queensland Pre-Prep Open Morning and find out. Both 90 years of everyone’s favourite mouse - Little Paccas Kids Club to receive produce and innovation across you and your daughter will have the unique Mickey! Join Mickey, Minnie Mouse, exclusive access to event bookings a two mouth-watering days. opportunity to explore the centre, meeting the Donald Duck and Goofy on a journey few days before bookings are open to Expect cooking demonstrations Director of Pre-Prep, Mrs Lisa Cleverly, and the the public. Plus, you'll receive a range to discover Mickey’s favourite memory, by celebrity chefs and industry friendly teachers while learning all about the venturing through an array of Disney of great offers and discounts! experts, dozens of pop-up stalls, curriculum, extra-curricular activities and the stories and reliving memorable pumping live music, free kids' benefits of an all-girls education. Bookings are essential with limited moments from the treasured tales activities and - of course - plenty spaces available. along the way. of tastebud-tingling food. www.sthildas.qld.edu.au/ tours-and-open-days www.pacificfair.com.au/littlepaccas www.ticketek.com.au/DisneyOnIce www.regionalflavours.com.au

June JUN 9 JUN 15 - 16 JUN 25 - JUL 6 JUN 30 - JUL 28 NATIONAL BOTANIC GARDENS DAY OBSTACLES GONE MAD! FOR KIDS WICKED SUGAR REPUBLIC JUN 5 - 9 11am - 3pm MEGA EVENT HOTA, Surfers Paradise Pacific Fair Shopping Centre, Broadbeach Gold Coast Botanic Gardens, 10am - 4pm www.hota.com.au www.pacificfair.com.au COOLY ROCKS ON Benowa Terrain Training, Nerang Various locations, Coolangatta www.goldcoast.qld.gov.au www.facebook.com/terraintraining JUN 28 www.coolyrockson.com JUN 12 JUN 18 A NIGHT AT THE MUSEUM July JUN 6 5.30pm - 8.30pm LITTLE ARTLAB // LITTLE PACCAS KIDS CLUB // Queensland Museum, South Bank LITTLE PACCAS KIDS CLUB // ALADDIN PRINTERS & COLLECTORS NICKELODEON SHIMMER & SHINE - LIVE www.qm.qld.gov.au JUL 1 - 12 WORKSHOP 10am SHOW & WORKSHOP 10am - 1pm HOTA, Surfers Paradise 9.30am - 1pm JUN 28 - 30 MOB KIDS // SCHOOL HOLIDAY WORKSHOPS Pacific Fair Shopping Centre, www.hota.com Pacific Fair Shopping Centre, Museum of Brisbane, Brisbane City Broadbeach Broadbeach PREGNANCY, BABIES & www.museumofbrisbane.com.au/mob-kids www.pacificfair.com.au/littlepaccas JUN 13 www.pacificfair.com.au/littlepaccas CHILDREN EXPO BCEC, South Bank JUL 2 JUN 7 WOMEN OF INFLUENCE // JUN 21 www.pbcexpo.com.au THE ANNUAL GREAT DEBATE SPLASH DUMMIES LUMINOUS LANTERN PARADE 7am - 9am KING’S EARLY LEARNING CENTRE // JUN 28 - JUL 8 4pm - 5pm 5pm - 8pm RACV Royal Pines Resort, Benowa LOGAN VILLAGE OPEN MORNING Logan Entertainment Centre, Logan South Bank Parklands, South Bank www.womenofinfluence.org.au 9am - 11am PLAY SCHOOL LIVE IN CONCERT // www.loganentertainmentcentre.com.au www.mdaltd.org.au/luminous King’s Christian College, HUMPTY’S SHOWTIME 2019 JUN 14 Logan Village Various locations, Brisbane, JUL 2 - 5 JUN 7 - JUL 14 www.kingscollege.qld.gov.au Gold Coast & Tweed MUSEUM AFTER DARK www.kidspromotions.com.au RAISE YOUR VOICE WORKSHOP PIXAR PUTT 5.30pm - 9pm EPIC 80’S PARTY 9am - 12pm King George Square, Queensland Museum, South Bank 5pm - 10pm JUN 29 - JUL 7 Coomera Anglican College, Brisbane City www.qm.qld.gov.au Epic Skate Rink, Tweed Heads South Upper Coomera www.pixarputt.com.au www.epicskate.com.au EAT LOCAL WEEK www.ryv.com.au JUN 15 Various locations, Scenic Rim JUN 8 JUN 21 - JUL 14 www.eatlocalweek.com.au JUL 4 - 6 + 11 - 13 WOODEN WONDERLAND & ST HILDA’S JUNIOR SCHOOL // ENTROPY // TOY SALE SKATING AT FESTIVAL JUN 29 - JUL 21 KIDS COLLECTIVE DISNEY’S ALADDIN JR 8am - 12pm King George Square, Roma Street Parkland, Brisbane City 12.30pm & 6.30pm Wooden Wonderland, Brisbane City WINTERFEST www.visitbrisane.com.au HOTA, Surfers Paradise Capalaba www.brisbane.skatingat.com.au Dreamworld, Coomera www.hota.com.au www.facebook.com/ www.dreamworld.com.au JUL 6 woodenwonderlandoz JUN 23 JUN 8 - JUL 13 JUN 30 PARK AFTER DARK // ARTLAB // CALLIGRAPHY FOR KIDS DRAX 4 KIDS // CASTING CALL WINTERFEST NIGHTS MADAGASCAR // A MUSICAL ADVENTURE JR 10am & 1pm 10am TV WEEK LOGIE AWARDS 6.30pm - 10pm Brisbane Arts Theatre, Petrie Terrace HOTA, Surfers Paradise Dracula’s Cabaret, Broadbeach The Star, Broadbeach Dreamworld, Coomera www.artstheatre.com.au www.hota.com.au www.draculas.com.au www.tvweeklogieawards.com.au www.dreamworld.com.au

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THE YOUNG KING SUNS OUT HOTA, Surfers Paradise Metricon Stadium, Carrara 10.30am & 2pm The AFL season is only halfway What kind of king would you be? A through and the Gold Coast SUNS still true rags-to-riches story, The Young have plenty planned for the remainder King is about a young boy raised by of 2019 at Metricon Stadium! Match goatherds who discovers he’s the days provide the perfect family- heir to the kingdom - but what is the friendly atmosphere with a dedicated cost of his sudden treasures and Kids' Zone, Kids' Dance parties, hair spoils? Don’t miss this interactive braiding, face painting and one more and heart-warming tale of wonder, Sunday Funday where kids go FREE. complete with puppets, magic and Don’t miss all the action of live footy music, when it lands at HOTA. at Metricon Stadium in 2019.

www.hota.com.au www.goldcoastfc.com.au HOTA, HOME OF THE ARTS 1 – 3 AUGUST JUL 6 - 7 JUL 20 - OCT 5 JUL 29 5PM – 9PM NIGHTLY GOLD COAST MARATHON JAMES AND THE GIANT PEACH STORYFEST PRESENTS ANDY FREE Broadwater Parklands, Southport Brisbane Arts Theatre, GRIFFITHS www.goldcoastmarathon.com.au Petrie Terrace 11am www.artstheatre.com.au HOTA, Surfers Paradise This year GLOW goes wild. JUL 10 www.hota.com.au JUL 23 - 27 LITTLE ARTLAB // OUR BODIES OUR Inspired by all that shimmers and moves/creeps in the dark, the HOTA LANGUAGES 10am SLINGSBY’S THE YOUNG KING parklands will be transformed into a glowing nighttime adventure for the HOTA, Surfers Paradise QPAC, South Bank August www.hota.com.au www.qpac.com.au whole family. Epic installations, interactive projection, performance, live music and children’s art spaces, will shine and sparkle across three mid- JUL 12 - 13 JUL 24 AUG 1 - 3 winter nights this August. POSSUM MAGIC CHRISTMAS IN JULY AT GLOW HOTA, Surfers Paradise HOTA, Surfers Paradise TEE'S CLUBHOUSE Featuring national and internationally renowned artists, this GLOW you’ll www.hota.com.au 6pm www.hota.com.au need to keep your eyes peeled as creatures emerge from the dark and THE WIZARD OF OZ RACV Royal Pines Resort, Benowa AUG 3 - 4 Brisbane Entertainment Centre, www.racv.com.au/royalpines the magic of colour is seen in new light. Boondall BURLEIGH BBQ CHAMPIONSHIPS www.brisent.com.au JUL 25 North Burleigh Beach, Burleigh Marvel as the colours of the sky shape-shift into the Arora tones of the COOMERA ANGLICAN COLLEGE // Heads northern lights, with Swiss Artist’s Dan Archers installation Borealis; JUL 12 - 21 PRINCIPAL’S TOUR www.burleighbbq.com French spectacle company Cie Des Quidams set free a mystical troupe of VIVA SURFERS PARADISE 9am - 10.30am 10am - 10pm Coomera Anglican College, AUG 4 inflatable horses on a fantastic ride through the imagination; Australian Various locations, Surfers Paradise Upper Coomera BOTANICAL BAZAAR Company Stalker combine aerial acrobatics with cutting edge interactive www.surfersparadise.com www.cac.qld.edu.au 9am - 4pm Country Paradise Parklands, technology to create an Australian habitat/ bush play space, Mountain; JUL 12 - AUG 11 JUL 26 - 28 Nerang and contemporary visual artist Meagan Streader pushes the limits of MUSICAL // SCHOOL OF ROCK GROUNDWATER COUNTRY www.botanicalbazaar.com.au light and sculpture within her latest installation. QPAC, South Bank MUSIC FESTIVAL AUG 9 www.qpac.com.au Various locations, Broadbeach Families are front and centre with HOTA ArtLab activities, bubble garden www.groundwatercmf.com JUL 13 ST HILDA’S SCHOOL // WHOLE and interactive installations for kids to explore. Of course, there will be SUPERCARS // SCHOOL OPEN DAY 9am - 12pm ARTLAB // WOVEN JEWELLERY IPSWICH SUPER SPRINT St Hilda’s School Gold Coast, food and drinks including a licenced bar for the grown-ups. 10am & 1pm Queensland Raceway, Ipswich Southport HOTA, Surfers Paradise www.supercars.com www.sthildas.qld.edu.au Come out this winter as the night comes alive and goes a little wild! www.hota.com.au JUL 27 - 28 AUG 9 - 18 JUL 19 - 21 SUNSETS BY SANCTUARY COVE EKKA MAJOR PARTNER - Robina Town Centre LITTLE SPLENDOUR The Marine Village, Brisbane Showgrounds, North Byron Parklands, Yelgun Sanctuary Cove Bowen Hills www.splendourinthegrass.com www.sunsetsbysanctuarycove.com.au www.ekka.com.au www.hota.com.au/festivals/glow-creatures-and-colours-of-the-night

@havenhub | 17 Events School's Out! FREE HOLIDAY BOREDOM BE BUSTED! HERE ARE SOME FAB IDEAS TO KEEP KIDDIE FAMILY FUN CABIN FEVER AT BAY... Little Paccas is Pacific Fair’s Kids Club which hosts a number of FREE kids Drax 4 Kids events each month! THE ULTIMATE SCHOOL HOLIDAY FUN The coolest thing in kids’ school holiday fun - celebrate a birthday or just come for a great stage spectacular these holidays at Drax 4 Kids. Entry price includes hot and cold party food, Follow the unlimited soft drinks and entertainment they will howl about! For kids aged 5-12 years. Saturdays, 12 noon to 2pm. www.draculas.com.au Sugar Republic ALADDIN WORKSHOP | Thursday 6 June SUN 30 JUNE – SUN 14 JULY Let us take you on a magic carpet ride this month. Make your own Finally arriving on the Gold Coast this month Princess Jasmine headband and Aladdin hat in this ‘magical’ craft with an all new sugar filled experience! Take

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@havenhub | 23 Wellness “I had this fat on my stomach that I just could not shift, and after two treatments it was just about gone, I couldn’t believe fat fast it.” – Keeley, haven publisher WE’VE ALL WASTED TIME AGONISING FreezeOVER OUR “PROBLEM AREAS,” CONVINCED THAT IF OUR STOMACH WASN’T SO WOBBLY HERE OR OUR LEGS WEREN’T SO DIMPLY THERE, LIFE WOULD BE PERFECT. naturally passed through your lymphatic system Discover Cryoperformance may not specialise in and those perceived problem areas are no more! THE RUBY DIFFERENCE perfection, but they certainly know how to make The technology is award-winning, medical grade us feel a whole lot better. Cryo T-Shock, their and TGA approved, and most people see results breakthrough, compact cryotherapy technology – a reduction of as much as four centimetres in – a first for Queensland – focuses on wellness diameter in under 30 minutes – within a week of Families will fall in love with The to temperatures as low as -140°C to dramatically and aesthetics, treating that stubborn fat that their first session. It is recommended that you do Ruby Apartments diet and exercise just can’t seem to shift. It’s one fat freezing treatment every two weeks, to cool your skin and activate brain receptors that non-surgery liposuction free from discomfort and give your body time to eliminate the waste that send your body into survival mode. Don’t panic Kids will be high-fiving with delight from the moment you suction caps and won’t leave you bruised, bumpy is formed. Expect to feel toned and tightened, – the cold won’t reach beyond a millimetre into arrive at the brand-new Ruby Apartments on the Gold Coast. This brand-new apartment complex is like no other or fatigued. But how? Much like a cryotherapy reduced cellulite and – most importantly – more your skin. What it will do, however, is leave you feeling invigorated and fresh: like you’ve just and will change the way you think about holidaying on the chamber, Cryoperformance’s Cryo T-Shock uses confidence in your new and improved skin. And, done a workout, but you’re not tired. Feel the Gold Coast. heat and cold for a prolonged period of time (22 if you’re focusing more on overall weight loss or Cryoperformance yourself at Robina – the first to 26 minutes) to produce apoptosis – bringing general muscle recovery, be sure to give the Cryo From themed 3-bedroom Sky Suites with bunk beds, play cryotherapy clinic on the Gold Coast. the temperature of fat tissues down to between Chamber a go, too. Promising to burn 800 calories desk, board games and brightly coloured fit out; to the 1°C and -4°C, causing them to die. Then, they’re in just three minutes, the chamber exposes you www.cryoperformance.com.au onsite Kids Club; 3 story water park and interactive splash zone; Ruby’s resident Rockstars Ruby Rocket and William the Bear; your precious little gems have been at the forefront of planning this incredible new resort. And while the kids are being entertained parents can relax and put their feet up or book in for cocktail making, METRICON STADIUM trivia competitions or enjoy some wine and cheese tasting. At Ruby our aim is to make the parents holiday as good as the kids, and our ambassadors are on hand to help out as much or as little as you like. SUNDAY FUNDAY KIDS CHECK OUT THE KIDS DANCE FINAL HOME GO FREE* # SUNS KIDS ZONE PARTY GAME 2019 Book Your Experience www.therubycollection.com.au

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Families will fall in love with The Ruby Apartments Kids will be high-fiving with delight from the moment you arrive at the brand-new Ruby Apartments on the Gold Coast. This brand-new apartment complex is like no other and will change the way you think about holidaying on the Gold Coast. From themed 3-bedroom Sky Suites with bunk beds, play desk, board games and brightly coloured fit out; to the onsite Kids Club; 3 story water park and interactive splash zone; Ruby’s resident Rockstars Ruby Rocket and William the Bear; your precious little gems have been at the forefront of planning this incredible new resort. And while the kids are being entertained parents can relax and put their feet up or book in for cocktail making, trivia competitions or enjoy some wine and cheese tasting. At Ruby our aim is to make the parents holiday as good as the kids, and our ambassadors are on hand to help out as much or as little as you like.

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THIS JUST IN: GETTING AWAY WITH YOUR GIRL FRIENDSgetaway IS ACTUALLY BENEFICIAL TO YOUR MENTAL AND PHYSICAL HEALTH. WHICH MEANS A WEEKEND AT THE RUBY APARTMENTS COULD BE JUST WHAT THE DOCTOR ORDERED THIS WINTER. A recent study suggests that girls’ getaways benefit women in more ways than one. Knowing this, The Ruby Collection is helping their sisters out with the ultimate ‘Girlcation’ package – making your girly getaway easier than ever before.

Complete with delicious dinners, tasty beverages and plenty of fun activities for the whole group to enjoy – as well as the class-leading facilities Ruby has onsite – there are so many reasons to treat yourself and your girls to a winter weekend getaway, STAT.

Stroll through the Gold Coast’s best shopping districts, lounge by the pool with a cocktail (or two) or enjoy an unforgettable dining experience at either the Stones Bar & Grill or The Terrace Café, followed by live music. The next morning, pump it out in the state-of-the-art gym and treat yourself to a delicious continental breakfast at Stones Bar & Grill. To make it a truly memorable girls’ weekend, book in for a cocktail-making session, a trivia competition or a wine tasting, complete with all the cheese. You can pamper yourself with the two $25 Endota Spa vouchers, complimentary use of the sauna and steam room, a complimentary cocktail at the lounge bar each night and a guaranteed 12pm late check-out – because leaving is the hardest part.

The Girlcation package offers everything you need to have an amazing and memorable girls’ getaway with your closest friends, and more (like undercover parking, complimentary WiFi, access to Ruby’s 24/7 digital concierge, daily housekeeping and 24-hour check- in). They say ‘diamonds are a girl’s best friend’, but Ruby is the place to take your best friend. www.therubycollection.com.au

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Life

Feel like a forest bath?

Words: Debbie Hogg

THESE BOOTS WERE MADE FOR WALKING - IT’S A BASIC HUMAN MOVEMENT AND WE’RE DOING IT ALL THE TIME. WE SPEND TIME WALKING IN THE CITY, SUPERMARKET, OFFICE AND HOME. BUT HOW MUCH MORE BENEFICIAL COULD IT BE, IF IT WAS AN ON-PURPOSE WALK?

If we don’t have our health, we don’t have much, therefore keeping active is a must for our physical, mental and spiritual wellbeing. If we don’t use it, we will lose it! Yes, our mobility will diminish the less we use it and as we age this must be a consideration. Any movement is beneficial to our bones, organs, blood and brain. Walking increases our circulation, is weight bearing because we hold our body up increasing bone density, muscle tone and can shed excess weight. It improves posture, breathing and mindset.

Getting out and about in nature is a perfect way to cleanse our mind. Walking allows reflection time, challenges us and clears thoughts all in one easy walking activity. Being outdoors gives us views, fresh air, beautiful nature sounds, it could be described as a ‘moving retreat’.

Hiking through a natural environment nurtures our being-ness, it’s peaceful and brings perspective. Research shows people spending more time in nature and less time with technology, are up to 50 per cent more creative when it comes to problem-solving. Successful and happy people say, “being in the moment” has got them here. Being present enables us to enjoy life, and bush walking ticks all the boxes, allowing us to be free from the stresses of everything. We can meditate whilst moving and being fully present and alone is our best present to ourselves, it’s magical, healing and freeing.

Australia offers many stunning places to hike, from mountains, thick forests, dry dirt tracks, ridge lines and gully’s with flowing rivers; all offering real Aussie bush to fully immerse ourselves. Problems become much smaller, calmness is everywhere, and mother nature is pure. The peacefulness of the bush and the sensory stimulation impacts our mind, automatically releasing any stress we’ve dragged along. The brain releases four main feel good chemicals, endorphin, oxytocin, serotonin, and dopamine, the more we have of these feel good chemicals the healthier we are. Studies even suggest, outdoor walks can reduce depression and anxiety. Make a date with Mother Nature’s magic!

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✱✱Start small. Make walks fun and stretch out longer each time. ✱✱Pack lightly to enable freedom and flexibility. A heavy pack is no fun! Eat well before. Take healthy nibbles and energy food. Have keys, a bit of cash, and a small medical kit with a thermal blanket because you never know. Take a phone (know the emergency number if there is no signal), follow the signs, stay on the track and have a map if it’s unmarked. Have sunscreen, waterproof, warm jumper and a hat. ✱✱Water is essential. Remember, it’s heavy, so calculate how long you will be out. ✱✱Join a club. Learn about the area and meet Luxe Candles likeminded walkers. ✱✱Always tell someone where we’re going and & expected return time. Worldly Curiosities

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Giving ourself space is importantsoul andback making home.” this connection whether wandering, meandering, strolling or walking with speed it’s our time to reflect and soak up the benefits. Walking at any pace will massage our physical, mental, and emotional states. Regular hikers praise the benefits of deeper level thinking when out in nature. Many thoughts are able to download from our overactive minds when hiking, from crazy small thoughts to epiphanies, all to be enjoyed whilst becoming more grounded with mother nature.

Adventures are also great to share with a friend/s because it helps deepen relationships. Plenty of time is available to chat, have fun, help each other, debate, develop and be ourselves. With walking adventures comes excitement of exploring new places, extending to longer walks, more challenging walks or re-visiting the beauty and changes to a path walked before.

Intrigue awaits, because it is all about the journey. In short, hiking is an exercise of our freedom, to be at one and connected with nature, to nurture ourselves and take care of our soul. When walking from this space it opens up an intimate conversation within and we learn more about ourself.

Debbie invites you to join her in walking the Kokoda Track in Papua New Guinea, August 17-27, 2019. You will be guided by an experienced Australian leader with comprehensive local knowledge and unwavering passion for the Kokoda history and most importantly its legacy.

For more, phone Debbie 0412 579 064. Visit www.ourspirit.com.au

@havenhub | 29 Life To There’s share, an app for that… IN TODAY’S HIGHLY-MEDIATISED WORLD, THAT IS THE QUESTION. WHILEor notMANY OF toUS SEE share? PRIVACY Momatu enables people AS A HUGE CONCERN – ESPECIALLY to capture, sort and WHEN IT COMES TO OUR CHILDREN – share photos, videos, WE RARELY PAUSE TO THINK BEFORE diary entries and other SHARING A HAPPY SNAP OF OUR KIDS memories by transforming them into AND THEIR FRIENDS ONLINE. SHOULD beautiful timeline experiences that WE BE MORE CAREFUL? they can privately share with those Social media has, for many of us, become a kind reflected in the way they use social media,” says closest to them. of family scrapbook. Important milestones go Andrew Muir, Momatu founder. “In order to keep straight to Facebook or Instagram, whether it’s family and friends updated on their children, Cozi is a family journal out of pride or to keep our extended family and parents choose to risk sharing photos online that lets you capture the friends in the loop. But do you ever stop and despite the dangers involved.” quick moments you don’t wonder about where those photos could end up? want to forget. Whether it’s Almost half of the parents who do share photos a family holiday, school achievement, A recent study by digital timeline app Momatu of their kids do so once or more than once a soccer game or reunion, simply snap revealed that, while most parents do worry about week – 14 per cent post daily. Interestingly, 77 and store your memories in one place. their children’s privacy (84 per cent), only 13 per per cent of parents surveyed identified people cent of us will refrain from posting photos of our in their network who are guilty of oversharing Cluster is purpose-built for children online as a result. Even despite negative photos of their children online, but only 28 pe small groups and special experiences (22 per cent of parents surveyed cent worry that they are oversharing themselves. occasions, allowing you said they’ve had photos of their children shared Some 91 per cent of respondents did not think to share moments with elsewhere without their consent, while 20 per they could possibly cause offence by sharing your friends and have them like and cent received negative comments about their pictures of their kids online. comment back to them – the best part children), 80 per cent of us will still happily share is, you always know exactly who you’re photos of our kids online. Keeping our family and friends updated about our lives, and creating a scrapbook for our kids sharing with. “Our research revealed that while Aussie parents to look back on, is certainly important. But are worry about their children’s privacy, it’s not social media platforms the best place to do that? Turn 1. it up! 3. 5.

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30 | havenmagazine.com.au Out & About Life WHETHER IT’S DEFROSTING IN THE SUN WHILE THE KIDS RUN RAMPANT ON THE PLAYGROUND, OR LETTING A HOT CHOCOLATE HEAT YOU FROM THE INSIDE OUT, WARM UP THIS WINTER AT ONE OF THESE SPOTS AROUND TOWN. Places to sip...

Kin + Co. Terrarium Folk Café When the hot chocolate on the menu has ‘Belgian’ The cutest spot on the northern end of the If you care about the earth as much in front of it, you know it’s going to be good. Gold Coast, Terrarium serves up tastebud as you care about tracking down the Kin + Co have become famous in the Brisbane tingling dishes, eye-catching cakes and, of perfect hot choc, you’ll be delighted cappuccino scene, and for good reason – when you course, the best hot drinks. Their babycino to find this gem. Their hot cacao is serve them up with the finest hand-grated Belgian is bursting with colour, served with a side served on your choice of plant-based milk chocolate, tongues start wagging. And, you of all-inclusive marshmallows (they’re dairy, milk (made in-house, of course) and can bet your bottom dollar that their Belgian hot nut, egg and gluten-free, and naturally will likely be sprinkled with edible chocolates are just as delicious. Grab an outdoor coloured, too!) that will have your kids flowers. Good luck finding that combo table for ultimate winter warmth. begging to return weekend after weekend. anywhere outside of Byron. Places to play

Frew Park Laguna Park Apex Park Milton’s Frew Park recently underwent a This Palm Beach gem doesn’t get If we’re talking places to soak up the sun major facelift and now it’s arguably one of the same recognition as some of the and let the kids run wild, we’ve gotta give the most versatile playgrounds in Brisbane. Gold Coast’s bigger playgrounds, but a special mention to Byron’s Apex Park. A giant slide, rock climbing, odd obstacle it certainly deserves it. There’s a huge Shorefront, tree-shaded and bustling with courses and plenty of space to run around array of fun, interactive equipment for Byron energy, Apex Park is a true triple make this the perfect place to spend your kids of all ages, and it’s fully-fenced. Not threat: great playground, beach proximity winter afternoons – warming you up and to mention, it also includes a Liberty and, most importantly, plenty of nearby tuckering the kids out in one fell swoop. Swing for kids in wheelchairs. places to re-caffeinate.

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