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April, May, June 2016
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We are here to help
Karly DSW
Gordon MSO
Jessica FLO
Julie REDLO
Joelene DSW
Rachel Area Manager
Chris MSO
Michelle MSO
Natalie BSO
Leone DSW
Liz FLO
Megan DSW
HOW TO CONTACT US
Defence Family Helpline: Ph 1800 624 608 or [email protected]
Cairns office: [email protected]
Townsville office: [email protected]
DCO North Queensland is staffed by a Multi disciplinary team of professionals who have local area and Defence knowledge.
Area Manager, Military Support Officers (MSO), Defence Social Workers (DSW), Family Liaison Officers (FLO), a Regional Education Liaison Officer (REDLO) and Business Support Officer (BSO) and Office Administrator (OA)
Welcome to the April, May, June edition of the Gone Troppo newsletter. The theme of this edition is ‘celebrating family life in the tropics’.
National Families Week events for Defence families will be held in both Cairns and Townsville. To find out more register to the DCO NQ mailing list (back page) or check the DCO website.
The FLOs have been asked in recent weeks about low cost entertainment for families in the region. In both Townsville and Cairns many tourism operators offer discounts to people who live locally. It’s always best to call before visiting a venue to confirm if discounts apply however you can always ask upon entry too. Most of the wildlife parks offer year round passes and these can be an excellent source of safe and fun entertainment for children and adults alike.
The council websites are also an excellent tool for finding out what is on in your local area. Townsville City Council: www.townsville.qld.gov.au Cairns Regional Council: www.cairns.qld.gov.au Tully: www.cassowarycoast.qld.gov.au/tully Mt Isa: www.mountisa.qld.gov.au Weipa: www.weipatownoffice.com Thursday Island: www.torres.qld.gov.au
During the next few months Cairns, Townsville and surrounding areas in Far North Queensland host many different events including shows, festivals, rodeos and races. Check out our ‘what’s on’ guides to plan your adventures for the next few months.
If you have any questions regarding your local area or connecting with the community please contact us via the Defence Family Helpline on 1800 624 608 or email [email protected].
Connecting Defence Families with their Local Community
You’ve received this newsletter because you have subscribed to the DCO NQ mailing list. If you know of someone else who isn’t currently
receiving our emails and would like to, they can request to join our database
by emailing us at:
Cairns Office: [email protected]
Townsville Office [email protected]
Family Liaison Officers or FLOs have extensive knowledge of the local community and can provide advice and information to help you find resources or services that best suit your needs.
Settling in to life in the North
As the old saying goes, a change is as good as a holiday, and while some people prefer life to remain consistent, Defence families can often find that change is a familiar part of the Defence lifestyle. The reality is that most people will find a change as big as relocating to a different part of Australia challenging on some level, and everyone manages it differently.
Being a Defence spouse myself, I can certainly understand some of the challenges that come with relocating to North Queensland. Things such as getting accustomed to a hot and humid climate, working out where things are and how to get there, making friends, and finding a job in an area that has high unemployment rates can feel daunting.
It’s normal for it to take time to adjust to life in a new location. Oftentimes, the challenge isn’t so much embracing the new, it’s letting go of the old. You may find yourself missing the familiar drive of the school run, missing friends or even feeling sad about leaving a job you really loved. These feelings are normal and as your connections within Townsville grow, so will your resilience and positivity.
If you are at a point where these feelings are negatively impacting on you or your relationships, then DCO is the place to come to receive support to help make the transition easier. Some examples of the support we can offer include:
Counselling support: DCO has a team ofqualified social workers who can provideshort term, confidential counsellingsupport to assist you to overcome anychallenges you may experience as a resultof the Defence lifestyle. We accept selfreferral via the Defence Family Helpline –
180 624 608. SMART Programs: The FamilySMART
program helps Defence partners toidentify and build on their strengths, learntechniques to cope with the challenges ofthe Defence lifestyle, and become moreresilient, self‐reliant and positive. DCO alsooffers KidSMART programs to help childrenof Defence families build their self esteemand develop strategies to deal withchange.
Social support: DCO has knowledge on arange of different avenues to meet newpeople. In addition to many avenuesalready available. DCO Townsville hasstarted up a brand new social group at theRAAF Base Townsville called @ The Basewhere you can meet with other Defencespouses, relax, and have a cuppa. Childrenare welcome too. DCO Cairns is hostingmonthly dinners out for Defence partnerswho would like the opportunity to meetother Defence families in the area. They arealso facilitating play dates in different parksaround Cairns.
As a Defence family you will become familiar with navigating both the highs and lows of the Defence lifestyle. Remaining motivated, focussed and positive will allow you and your family to settle in to your new home and embrace your new life in sunny Townsville. If you feel this is not the case for you, it is okay to ask for help. Gaining information and support from DCO is as easy as contacting your local DCO office or the Defence Family Helpline on 1800 624 608.
Defence Social Workers who can help with personal, relationship or service related issues. They provide an assessment, short-term counselling services or referral to support and resources in local community.
Reasons Why Children May Not Want To Go To School
By Term 2, your child should have settled nicely into school and into their class, even if this is a new posting and they only started at the school this year. They should be in a regular routine of attendance. Occasionally, though, children may not want to go to school.
Hopefully, your child can verbalise why they do not want to go to school. If not, the following list may be of help: don’t like the teacher school work is too hard don’t like tests and assessments don’t like having to speak in front of the class don’t like sports days problems with friends bullying just experienced a recent trauma family illness problems at home new school or returning to an old school feeling sadness or grief anxious about being separated from parent they like staying home because they can watch TV, play
video games, etc
Most children will express a reluctance to attend occasionally. This is quite normal, and can be dealt with fairly easily. However, about 2% of children will express reluctance to attend school every day. They may show the following behaviours: crying in the mornings fighting with family in the morning stomach aches, dizziness, headaches shy, quiet, keep to themselves at school don’t like to participate in class activities nervous at school difficulties with concentrating at school difficulties with memory at school usually well behaved at school
These children often have difficulties controlling anxiety. All children feel anxious sometimes. Experiencing anxiety is normal and healthy. It protects us. It makes us more alert to danger. However 1 in 7 children experience too much anxiety. We tell children that anxiety is like a smoke alarm warning us when there is danger, but sometimes the smoke alarm is too sensitive, and goes off when there is no danger.
It is important for children to recognise when they are feeling anxious. Possible symptoms of anxiety in children: heart beats faster, pain in the chest butterflies in their tummy, tummy feels sick they feel like running away they get a lump in their throat they feel jittery
they feel angry and want to fight they feel frozen, can’t move their mind goes blank they think people are going to laugh at them they may lie, but not mean it they start to avoid things that worry them they start to have negative thoughts “I can’t do this”,
“nobody likes me”……. People saying, “Relax, don’t worry” does not help
So how can we help children manage anxiety? When children feel anxiety, work out what is making them
anxious What bad things do they think will happen? You might
need to write them down. Have these bad things happened before? Give each bad thing a percent (older children), i.e. I will
faint 1%, kids will laugh at me 20%, nobody will talk to me 50%
If it did happen, could they cope? If it did happen, what could they do? What is the worst that could happen? What strategies do they know to reduce their anxiety?
(breathing, walking, reading, talking to parent, asking mum to explain to the teacher that they don’t like putting my hand up, etc)
Work out what skill they need: i.e. ‘My skill is to manage my anxiety’. Some children will name their skill, i.e. ‘My Superhero skill’
Make a plan with your child and talk to the school. If possible, involve a support person at school such as the DSTA or DTM. The plan must be realistic. For example:
1. Your teacher will promise not to ask you a question in front of the class and won’t make you do an oral presentation until you are more confident
2. Your teacher will set up a safe place or activity when you are feeling overwhelmed
3. You can go to the safe place or activity using a signal (what?)
4. Your teacher will help you choose a buddy for lunch times. 5. School attendance may be negotiated – i.e. must go to
school every day except on sports days.
Start small – get the child to do something that makes them a little anxious, i.e. go in to a shop on their own.
Practice everyday Set up rewards and celebrations If your child is really struggling to control their anxiety, you may need assistance from others, such as a Guidance Officer, DCO, Centacare, your GP, or from the Child, Youth and Mental Health team.
Children must learn to control their anxiety while they are living in the safety of their family. They will need this skill when they leave home and live independently..
CAIRNS
DCO Cairns hosted an information expo and family fun day at Edge Hill State School on Saturday 20th
February.
With the air-conditioned hall providing relief from one of the hottest weeks we can remember, families
interacted with a variety of different Defence and community exhibitors with entertainment provided by
face-painters, Zoo to You, limbo competitions, kids corners and more.
The feedback that DCO staff received was incredibly positive and we hope to build on this success next year.
The Queensland Outback offers endless adventures, attractions and tours so to list them all in one newsletter is unfortunately impossible. The FLOs have surveyed staff in both the Cairns and Townsville DCO offices and below are some of the top places they have recommended to visit.
We have provided the approximate distance and time for self driving to these locations but most can also be accessed by either bus, train or air travel. We have included some useful websites at the end of the article which you can use to further research and plan your trips.
Chillagoe‐Mungana Caves National Park Featuring spectacular limestone caves, small galleries of Aboriginal rock art, jagged limestone outcrops and a historically significant mining site, this park is rich in natural and cultural heritage. The Chillagoe landscape began to form about 400 million years ago, when the area was covered by a shallow sea. Today that limestone towers over the surrounding plains as outcrops while, underground, caves and caverns created by dissolving of the limestone are decorated by stalactites, stalagmites and flowstones. Join a ranger on a guided cave tour to view splendid limestone formations. You can also explore some of the caves and Aboriginal art sites on your own. Walk the nine kilometre return track to Royal Arch Bluff or the short 440 metre return track to Balancing Rock. Visit the viewing area at the Chillagoe Smelters and learn about the State's mining and industrial heritage dating back to the 1890s.
Self Drive (204km west of Cairns, approx 3 hrs, 30mins)
Undara Experience, Mount Surprise The Undara Volcanic National Park is one of Australia's greatest geological wonders. It boasts the best‐preserved and largest lava tubes system on earth, offering an unforgettable experience to satisfy the appetite of both adventurer and eco‐traveller. The award winning Savannah Guides conduct all tours from reception, including a choice of lava tube tours and the spectacular Wildlife at Sunset tour. Join the free nightly campfire activity run by Savannah Guides. Accommodation varies from specially restored railway carriages, to 'Glamping' like Swag Tent Village, Stockmans Quarters or the Outback Caravan Park and Camp Ground. Stay a while in this beautiful and romantic Outback region and experience something that you will treasure forever. They call it the Undara Experience! Don't forget Opera in the Outback (9‐11 October 2014).
Self Drive (264km south/west of Cairns, approx 4 hrs, 30mins)
Cobbold Gorge Deep in the heart of the Gulf Savannah region of Far North Queensland is a hidden outback oasis ‐ Cobbold Gorge. Only a six hour drive from Cairns and Townsville, you can immerse yourself in the natural wonder of a truly unique North Queensland outback holiday destination. Cobbold Gorge offers the ultimate outback family holiday adventure with modern accommodation and recreational vehicle and caravan friendly. A range of guided tours have been tailored to bring you the best of stunning scenery, diverse flora and fauna and rich cultural history. To protect this unique North Queensland environment, access to Cobbold Gorge is by guided tour only.
Gorge Tour ‐ A three hour boat cruise and tour of the gorge will be the highlight of your trip to outback Queensland, Cape York and the Savannah Way. Robin Hood Station Experience ‐ Ever wondered about life on a working cattle station? Visit the cattle yards, dams and outbuildings while your guide offers rare insights into the cattle grazing industry. Enjoy a cruise on Kimberley Sue Dam. Scenic helicopter flights are a thrilling and unforgettable experience for Cobbold Gorge visitors.
Self Drive (430km west of Cairns, approx 7 hours)
Richmond
Richmond is home to the award‐winning major attraction Kronosaurus Korner, where you will find the only museum in Australia primarily dedicated to displaying marine reptiles, as well as a very special dinosaur. Minmi, with impressions of its fossilised skin, is considered to be Australia's best preserved dinosaur skeleton. Minmi takes pride of place alongside the Richmond Pliosaur skeletons. This fossil, found in 1989, has to be seen to be believed. If you find that you are infected with 'fossil fever' after visiting Kronosaurus Korner, call at reception for a map to guide you through the region's designated fossicking sites. If stepping back in time is more your scene, then take a heritage walk around the town, viewing the signs depicting yesteryear. Pay your respects to the pioneers that shaped this country at the Pioneer Cemetery, relax in the Lions Park, visit the Cambridge Ruins 40 kilometres out of town, or take a walk along the Flinders River. Lake Fred Tritton is conveniently located at the edge of town. With a 1.2 kilometre circumference and a maximum depth of eight metres, Lake Fred Tritton allows visitors and locals the opportunity to enjoy a wide range of water sports.
Self Drive (498km west of Townsville, approx 5hrs 30mins).
Charters Towers
A booming town during the gold rush of the 1880s, Charters Towers is located approximately 130 kilometres south‐west of Townsville on the Flinders Highway/ Overlanders Way. Today you can still see evidence of those early days with many museums, tours and country style shops to showcase the history of the goldfields. Take a walk down Gill and Mosman Streets in the centre of town for many great examples of colonial architecture of the late 1800s. Stop in at the World Theatre, originally the Australian Bank of Commerce and now housing a state‐of‐the‐art cinema and 660 seat auditorium arts facility. Continue to The Miner's Cottage in Deane Street where you can try your hand at panning for gold. For a truly unique outback experience, head to Leahton Park. Here you can meet JR, one of the ranch's Longhorns who holds the Guinness World Record for the beast with the longest horns, sample damper and billy tea direct from the campfire or step back in time with a covered wagon ride.
Self Drive (138km west of Townsville, approx 1hr 40 mins).
Paluma and Crystal Creek Rainforest
Paluma Range is a rainforest haven located approximately 60 minutes drive north of the city of Townsville. Paluma village is located on the mountain‐top ‐ a quaint rainforest township offering tea and craft rooms. Along the Paluma Range highway is Little Crystal Creek and Big Crystal Creek, both of which are ideal for swimming, camping (permit required), bushwalking, picnicking or barbecue. Magnificent panoramic views from various lookouts along the Paluma range. Paluma and Crystal Creek is an eco‐tourism paradise with a wide array of wildlife and birdlife in this rainforest habitat.
Little Crystal Creek is located seven kilometres along the scenic road to Paluma and features a giant Roman Arch stone bridge which was constructed manually in the early 1930's during the depression. Big Crystal Creek leaves the highway two kilometres north of the Paluma turn off. Camping is permitted and day visitors are welcomed. Camping sites can be booked online.
Self Drive (90km north of Townsville, approx 1hr)
Mount Isa Mount Isa nestles among the ochre‐red Selwyn Ranges, on the banks of the Leichhardt River. The harsh but picturesque landscape has become one of the main draw‐cards for visitors each year. Mount Isa brings out the adventurous spirit in everyone, with ample places to fish, camp, four wheel drive, or relax and enjoy an Outback sunset. The rugged terrain is a four wheel driver's haven, and visitors can explore the region just as the pioneers of the region did many years ago. The twin jewels in Mount Isa's crown are the spectacular Lawn Hill Gorge in Boodjamulla National Park and its neighbour, the world‐heritage listed Riversleigh Fossil Fields, both of which are accessed from Mount Isa. A must see while in Mount Isa is the Outback at Isa complex, incorporating the award winning Riversleigh Fossil Centre, Hard Times Mine, Sir James Foots Building, Outback Park and Visitor Information Centre. Other attractions are the School of the Air, the Royal Flying Doctors base, National Trust Tent House, Underground Hospital and Beth Anderson Museum, surface tours of Mount Isa Mines and fishing for barramundi at Lake Moondarra.
Self Drive (904km west of Townsville, approx 10 hrs)
Hughenden Follow the windmill blades through the streets of Hughenden, exploring the Outback history and art features of the town. Meet 'Mutt', a full‐bodied Muttaburrasaurus replica along the way. Just outside Hughenden, Mount Walker rises out of the flat back soil plains, proving a great location for viewing the town and surrounding district. Further afield, Porcupine Gorge National Park is a spectacular gorge often referred to as Australia's 'Little Grand Canyon'. The first lookout gives you an indication of the depth and magnitude of the gorge and is a 'must see' for all visitors. Camping grounds are located at the Pyramid Lookout; campers should take their own water and be full self‐sufficient. Contact Parks and Wildlife for permits. The Basalt Byway is a scenic drive plotted through the picturesque volcanic basalt countryside, boasting excellent lookouts and an abundance of flora and fauna. For the four wheel driving enthusiasts, the Eromanga Sea Byway traces the edge of the prehistoric inland sea and is a fossil fossicker's delight. Fossicking enthusiasts will enjoy the Chudleigh Park Gemfields. Peridot, rare sapphires and black spinel are generally found in this area. Whilst general permission for fossicking and camping has been given to holders of fossicking licences, please check at the Flinders Discovery Centre prior to arrival. Hughenden is located half‐way between Townsville and Mount Isa on the Flinders Highway, North West Queensland. Hughenden is situated on the banks of Queensland's longest river, the Flinders.
Self Drive (385km west of Townsville, approx 4hrs, 30 mins)
Useful websites http://www.australiasdinosaurtrail.com/home http://www.queenslandholidays.com.au/index.cfm http://www.explore‐townsville.com/ http://www.savannahway.com.au/index.html http://www.outbackqld.com.au/default.aspx
Pre‐Trip Planning A little bit of preparation goes a long way in the Outback ‐ ensure you have a good map and plan ahead. It's wise to calculate travel times and distances between stops; even prepare alternative routes, especially when travelling during the Australian Summer (November to April) when rain and storms can impede travel plans.
Be Prepared On major highways fuel stops are rarely more than 200km apart so it should not be necessary to carry spare fuel. However, where you do see "No Fuel" signs it means exactly that. Ensure your vehicle is mechanically sound and carry a first aid kit, ample water and spares such as tyres, radiator hoses and fanbelts, together with a good tool kit. Ensure your spare tyre is at the correct pressure.
Road Conditions Contact the local Visitor Information Centre in the town you are visiting or call the RACQ on 1300 130 595 for current road conditions. Alternatively, visit the Queensland Government Traffic & Travel Information website www.131940.qld.gov.au or call 13 19 40.
Mobile Phone Coverage Mobile phone coverage in outback areas may be limited to the Telstra Next G network only. It is best to check with your service provider prior to travel whether they have coverage in the areas you intend to visit.
Heavy Vehicles/Road Trains Care should be taken when passing and overtaking road trains and heavy vehicles, including caravans. Ensure you have a clear line of sight, allow plenty of room and be prepared for vehicles to move a little from side to side as you overtake. If a road train is approaching to overtake you, move as far to the left as possible and stop if necessary to allow it to overtake safely. When meeting Road Trains and heavy vehicles on single lane roads, slow right down and move off the road to the left. If it is safe to do so move off the road entirely and stop to avoid any obstacles on the verge. In wet conditions verges tend to be soft and/or slippery, so you should always keep your right wheels on the bitumen and keep moving slowly to avoid getting bogged.
Animals If you see stock or wild animals near the road, slow down; don't swerve or your vehicle may roll. Be patient with stock and wary of kangaroos and emus. It pays to be vigilant when driving in the Outback, especially either side of sunrise or sunset when kangaroos tend to be at their most active and the light makes seeing them more difficult.
Remote Areas Always check the road and weather conditions before travelling into remote areas. Advise the police or some other responsible person of your intended itinerary and report back on your arrival. Two‐Way radios or satellite phones are recommended as normal mobile phones do not work in remote areas. Spare fuel should be carried outside the passenger compartment and always guage your requirements/supplies, overloaded vehicles invariably get into trouble. If you break down, stay with the vehicle until help arrives.
Water Crossings Water crossings should not be attempted if you are uncertain of your vehicles capabilities. Walk through the crossing first to test the depth and current and try to use your foot or a stick to detect any underwater obstacles. Engage 4x4 low and drive through in second or third gear, keeping the momentum up.
Minimal Impact Depending on how you drive, you can be a welcome visitor or someone who causes careless damage to roads and wildlife. Follow these tips for low impact driving: Stay on existing roads and tracks Give way to animals. Parks and forests are for theirprotection.
If you get stuck, try not to use trees for winching. Ifyou have no choice use tree protectors.
Wash your vehicle thoroughly before and after tripsto prevent the spead of weeds.
Event Name Location Date Further info
Cooks Night Off Bayleaf Balinese Restaurant, Cairns
08 Apr 16 6.30pm
RSVP by 04 April to [email protected] or 4053 9300
All Abilities Bowling
Go Bowling 93 Pease Street, Manoora
08 Apr 16 1pm ‐ 3pm
RSVP to [email protected] Bookings essential. Open to all Cairns residents aged 12 ‐ 25 years.
JCU Global Village Cultural Day
JCU 14 ‐ 88 McGregor Drive Smithfield
14 Apr 16 11am ‐ 2pm
https://www.jcu.edu.au/events/april‐2016/ global‐village
Undara Rock & Blues
Mt Surprise, Etheridge Area
22 ‐ 24 16 http://undara.com.au/orab/
UCI Mountain Bike World Cup
Cairns 23‐24 Apr 16 http://www.mtba.asn.au/mtbworldscairns/
Morning in the Park
Fig Tree Playground, Cairns
27 Apr 16 10am ‐ 11.30am
RSVP to DCO Cairns [email protected] or 4053 9300
Cook’s Night Off TBA 06 May 16 6.30pm
RSVP to DCO Cairns [email protected] or 4053 9300
Cairns Home Show, Caravan & Boating Expo
Cairns Showgrounds 13 ‐ 15 May 9am ‐ 5pm
http://www.cairnshomeshow.com.au/
Port Douglas Carnivale
Multiple locations— Port Douglas
20 ‐ 22 May 16 ttp://www.carnivale.com.au/
Morning in the Park
Clifton Beach Upolu Esplanade
25 May 16 10am ‐ 11.30am
RSVP to DCO Cairns [email protected] or 4053 9300
Cook’s Night Off TBA 03 Jun 16 6.30pm
RSVP to DCO Cairns [email protected] or 4053 9300
Cairns Airport Adventure Festival
Multiple locations— Cairns
5 ‐ 13 Jun 16 http://ap.ironman.com/triathlon/events/ asiapac/multisports/cairns.aspx
Morning in the Park
Sugarworld Garden 22 Jun 16 10am ‐ 11.30am
RSVP to DCO Cairns [email protected] or 4053 9300
Celebrating its 22nd year, Port Douglas Carnivale sails into Tropical North Queensland in May with an exciting new line‐up of events and activities for local, national and international visitors alike. Showcasing the best of the region’s abundant produce and fresh ingredients from land and sea, world class wines, market stalls, in‐ternational entertainers, local musicians and artists plus a stack of family fun, Port Douglas Carnivale is one of Australia’s premiere cultural events.
This year, Carnivale will feature Festival favorites plus a variety of exciting new eventsincluding the Wonderland Spiegeltent as the new star attraction and Festival Hub venue.
Imported from Belgium with its original early 20th cen‐tury décor including colorful stained glass windows, vel‐vet drapings and warm wood furnishings, the Spiegel‐tent will present comedy superstar Jimeoin, enigmatic trio The Kransky Sisters, Blues superstars Lloyd Spiegel and Big Daddy Wilson, and a lively program of thrilling acrobatic circus, cabaret, burlesque, and live comedy that will start from 12 May and continue into Carnivale weekend 20‐22.
Official Carnivale weekend kicks off in style on Friday 20 May with a long lunch dining experience, Paradise on a Plate.
Friday night lights up with the Carnivale Wonders of the Tropics Street Parade on Macrosson St. – Port Douglas’ “High Street”. A Carnivale favourite, the parade will feature floats from local com‐munity and businesses, stilt walkers, fire twirlers, jug‐glers and a few special surprises.
Grab family and friends and head to the Family Beach Day Party at Four Mile Beach for a day of fun and frolic by the sea on Saturday 21 May, featuring an amazing Kite Festival with astounding giant kites. Dig deep into the Sandcastle and Sand Sculpting Competition, and spike your best attack at beach volleyball and cricket games. Includes family entertainment featuring Bosco and Honey on ukulele, kids’ activities, market stalls and eye‐popping giant puppets.
The inaugural Port On A Fork Food & Wine Festival will be held on Saturday 21 May. Savor Port Douglas on your palate with the freshest and best of the area’s produce
and ingredients, from the sweet and savoury to the tart and tangy. Plus a variety of regional providore and food artisans will be offering tastings of their handcrafted goodies. Legendary singer and saxophonist Joe Camil‐leri & Black Sorrows will be kicking the festivities into high gear with live music.
For Art lovers, The Wonder of the Tropics Container Art in the Park exhibit from 20‐22 May will bring renowned and local artists together to exhibit their works in a trendy industrial shipping container gallery space. Showcasing a range of visual arts mediums and styles, artwork will also be on sale to capture the memory of a visit to Carnivale.
To finish the weekend off on Sunday 22 May, head to the Port Douglas Fisherman’s Village Seafood & Music Festival. Prawns, barramundi, oysters and more cooked fresh off the trawler and four live free music stages.
Walk or Run to Raise Funds for Breast Cancer Research
Sunday 8th May from 6.30am
at southern end of Cairns Esplanade
3km walk, 5km walk, 5km run, 8km run
More info and to register visit: http://www.mothersdayclassic.com.au/
