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Publisher/Editor Alison Robinson Home Lifestyle & Central Coast Central Coast Council Typesetting and design Hub Graphic Design Nicole Chambers - nicole@hubgd.com.au Contributors

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A celebration of the Central Coast’s spectacular hinterland, Harvest Festival 2021 will offer a wide range of unique events and experiences across thirty event hubs over 12 and 13 June. Council Director Community and Recreation Services, Julie Vaughan said “This is a rare chance to take a glimpse behind the farmgate as you explore eight rural farming communities and their picturesque heritage villages right here on the Central Coast." “Follow the Harvest Festival event trail to visit local farms, sample local produce, soak up live music and entertainment or join in a range of family- friendly activities designed to show off the unique charm of our region’s hinterland. “From paddock to plate dining experiences and wine tastings to produce picking, hands-on workshops and much more, the two-day program truly offers something for every taste and interest. “This year, a number of event hubs are offering the opportunity to pre- book experiences in advance, so be sure to check out the event program early to ensure you don’t miss out.” As a special treat for music lovers, this year's event will include a special showcase of local musicians from the Wyong Creek, Yarramalong and Jilliby communities as part of Council's 'Harvest Songs' program. One of the Coast’s most popular events amongst locals and visitors alike, Harvest Festival builds local pride, celebrates sustainability and boosts the local economy. To see the full calendar of events and pre-book your Harvest Festival experience, visit info.centralcoast.nsw.gov.au/harvestfestival Community members can tune in for a live online concert on Sunday 13 June and access a selection of home-grown songs via Spotify, with full details at info.centralcoast.nsw.gov.au/harvestsongs The farm gates are ready to open as Harvest Festival returns

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Discover Nature at it's best this Winter.. Experience our lookouts, explore walking tracks and enjoy our picnic areas

A natural attraction of the Central Coast is the huge variety of bushland parks, trails and stunning lookouts to enjoy on foot, on your bike, and even by horse. Central Coast Council manages a network of bushland and other natural reserves in the Coastal Open Space System (COSS). These reserves are places where our native plants, animals, fungi and other living organisms can thrive. Access to some reserves and some parts of the reserves is prohibited to allow native species to remain undisturbed. But in others Council has provided picnic areas, lookouts and walking tracks so that residents and visitors can experience and enjoy the natural environment. Bushwalking - Our reserves have many walking tracks to explore from 20 minute gentle circuit tracks, to challenging full day walks. They lead through a variety of habitats including lush rainforest, towering wet sclerophyll forests and wildflower-filled ridge-top woodlands. Rumbalara and Katandra Reserves - The Railway to Rainforest walk leads from Gosford railway station to the rainforest at Seymour Pond, in Katandra Reserve in Holgate. This is an extensive 11 kilometre

of bushland reserve fire trails. Travel slowly, keep to the marked trails and be aware that there may be other users. Picnics and whale watching Our bushland reserves have several large picnic areas to enjoy. You may want to try one of our hilltop picnic areas St John’s Picnic Area in Katandra Reserve at Mount Elliot, Yaruga Picnic Area in Rumbalara Reserve at East Gosford, Honeman’s Rock Picnic Area in Kincumba Mountain Reserve at Kincumber. Whale watching - Each year between June and November humpback whales migrate northwards from Antarctica heading for the southern Great Barrier Reef where they give birth. There are many places along the coast to view whales during the migration period. The higher vantage points such as Crackneck Lookout at Bateau Bay, Captain Cook Lookout at Copacabana are great places. Lookouts - Many lookouts provide outstanding views of the coastline, waterways, bushland and urban areas. Some of the easier access lookouts in the bushland reserves are: Marie Byles Lookout at Killcare Heights, St John Lookout in Katandra Reserve at Mount Elliot, Yaruga Lookout in Rumbalara Reserve at East Gosford.

return walk (22km all up) that allows views of some of the most spectacular landscapes in the Coastal Open Space System. There are a number of shorter loop walks available if time is limited. The walk can be accessed from the Donnison Street entrance to Rumbalara Reserve or off the Katandra Road entrance to Katandra Reserve. Picnic and barbecue facilities are provided in both reserves. Kincumba Mountain Regional Reserve - is accessible from Terrigal, Green Point and Kincumber. The Kanning Walk is a short walk full of interesting plants and rock formations. The Sid Pulsford fire trail provides a longer experience for walkers and bike riders wanting to explore the reserve further. The main picnic area can be reached by car from Kincumber Street, Kincumber. Jogging Our bushland reserves can be a great place to get out of the traffic and into nature. But be aware that many tracks and trails are not hardened and may be uneven or crossed by roots and other obstructions. Be ready, too, for other users. Tracks will have walkers, mountain bike riders and even horse riders. Mountain biking Mountain bike riding is allowed on a number

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Solutions to Keep Your Bathroom Warm This Winter W ith winter well and truly here, it may become increasingly apparent that your bathroom isn’t quite capable of handling the cold mornings. Big or small, a cold bathroom makes those frosty days make life that little bit harder. Here are some ways you can ensure cold mornings are easier to manage, whether you’re making some minor home improvements or planning a whole new bathroom.

Heat underfoot - Nothing jolts you awake like the touch of a freezing tile first thing in the morning. Underfloor heating mats warm up quickly underneath the floor to keep your feet toasty and warm up the entire room easily. For little more than the cost of a coffee a week, underfloor heating systems are a cost and energy-efficient way to keep toasty during your bathroom routine.

Heated towels - The novelty of a heated towel rail soon wears off as you begin to wonder what life was like before one. We’re not kidding; heated towel rails keep your towels toasty, but are also great for keeping dampness out of bathroom towels and shower mats. Cocooning yourself in a warm towel is achievable regardless of space, with single rails for smaller bathrooms and a range of wall-mounted multi-rail options for larger spaces with Mizu’s range that’s shaped for every bathroom. Stylish Milli Pure vertical heated towel rails are also a great approach with their vertical design, providing an easily retrofittable way of injecting heat into the colder mornings. Heat from above - Stepping out of a hot shower and into a cold room takes the buzz away from a delightfully refreshing shower, so consider increasing the room’s ambient temperature with a sleek and discrete overhead solution. The most efficient way to achieve the best in lighting, ventilation and heat at once is a 3-in-1 bathroom light, heat and fan unit. They’re really easy to retrofit into existing bathrooms and can sleekly fit into your bathroom’s colour scheme with both black and white options available. For more ideas and information phone your local Reece Plumbing Outlet or go to www.reece.com.au

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T he Terrigal Boardwalk and upgraded rockpool is now open for visitors..... significantly providing a new attraction for and significantly improving access between The Haven and Terrigal Beach promenade. Central Coast Council Chief Executive Officer, David Farmer said the boardwalk and rockpool will deliver many social, health and economic benefits for our community. “The Terrigal Boardwalk and upgraded rockpool will deliver a great visitor drawcard to boost the region’s economy whilst providing a safe and inclusive space for social connection and to encourage active lifestyles,” Mr Farmer said. “This infrastructure provides a place where everyone can participate and enjoy this popular ocean front area. I encourage our community to head to Terrigal to check it out, enjoy the fresh air and sample what local businesses have on offer.” The 277-metre-long boardwalk was designed to complement the natural environment and composed of materials that can withstand the elements to ensure longevity and ease of maintenance. The boardwalk features a viewing platform, Terrigal Boardwalk and Rockpool for locals and visitors to enjoy

community with the financial support of the NSW Government and we’re appreciative of the investment in our region.” The Terrigal Boardwalk project is jointly funded by Central Coast Council ($2.9M) and the NSW Government’s Restart NSW Regional Growth Environment and Tourism Fund ($2.98M). The Terrigal Rockpool renovation project is supported by the NSW Government with a $250,000 grant from the Crown Reserves Improvement Fund in addition to funding of $728,542 from Council’s operational budget.

integrated seating, lighting, access to the rock platforms and smooth integration with the existing walkways either end. The boardwalk creates an accessible continuous link from The Haven to Terrigal’s town centre. The restored Rockpool is sure to be popular with local families and is now easy to access. An access ramp leads to the water and new pathways link the rockpool area with the new boardwalk and beach promenade. Council Administrator, Dick Persson AM said this project with multiple benefits is the result of extensive community consultation with feedback leading the design. “Community consultation

was undertaken during the planning period and feedback from every participant was used to inform final boardwalk designs. In addition, concept designs were led by studies and an environmental assessment to ensure all impacts and risks were considered,” Mr Persson said. “I’m pleased that the opening of this new attraction has come at a time when our local businesses need it most with effects from COVID still being felt. As a regional destination tourism is vital to our economy and these new attractions will provide an extra boost. “Council was able to deliver this infrastructure for the

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put these above their fireplace, however not every model is designed for this. Each fireplace has its specific clearance for combustible material, therefore it is important they select a model which will accommodate this. • Dimension/Size – In some circumstances, cutting is required to retro fit a fireplace into set space such as an older wood or coal burner. Some customers want to minimize the room that the fireplace takes up, others want to make a statement by making the fireplace the main feature. • Exhaust System – this is called the flue. Gas heaters can be flued horizontally terminating on an external wall or vertically terminating on your roof. They pull air from outside, which is used for combustion and then push the fumes back outside. Wood heaters can only be flued vertically, terminating on your roof and must comply to Australian standards. Both electric and Ethanol heaters do not have to be flued.

T he Sports Hub has launched providing a newcomprehensive online directorywhich showcases the Central Coast’s variety of sport and active recreation opportunities and makes it easy for the community to find something that suits their needs, abilities and interests. This website is part of Activate Central Coast an exciting new initiative developed in partnership between Council, the Office of Sport and Sport Central Coast to encourage our community to participate in sport and active recreation whilst also supporting local sport and active recreation businesses, clubs and associations. Council Director of CommunityandRecreation Services, Julie Vaughan said this initiative will provide a range of benefits for the Central Coast community. “It is well established that an active lifestyle contributes greatly to people’s wellbeing. Besides the physical health benefits, participating in sports and active recreation provides an opportunity for social connections to creating a sense of belonging.“Sports Hub encourages active lifestyles and I encourage our community to jump online and discover a new way to keep fit.” There are already over 100 local sports and active recreation providers participating which cover a wide range of activities including; Aerobics, Athletics, Aussie Rules, Archery, Basketball, Circus, Cricket, Croquet, Cycling, Dancing, Dragon Boating, Floorball, Football, Golf, Lawn Bowls, Martial Arts, Netball, Orienteering, Oztag, Running, Rugby League, Rugby Union, Shooting, Softball, Surfing, Swimming, Tennis, Walking, Water Polo, Yoga A t Abbey, we specialise in a range of high- end Gas, Wood, Ethanol and Electric Fireplaces. Whether it be in-built, freestanding, wall hung or ceiling suspended, we have a fireplace to suit the most discerning customer. Abbey has been established for 22 years and has stores in Brookvale – Sydney, Oak Flats – Wollongong and Tuggerah – Central Coast. Our trained staff can help customers through the selection process by identifying the customer’s requirements, therefore showing them the model(s) that best suit the customer’s home. We also have a number of these fireplaces on display at our show rooms for customers to view. There are many different factors that customer’s need to consider when purchasing a Fireplace: • Heating Capacity – with most customers, it is essential that the fireplace has the

and more. The Sports Hub is a user-friendly site allowing users to quickly search for activities by location and interests and filter by categories such as age group suitability, activities that are accessible and inclusive and providers that accept Active Kids Vouchers. As part of the Activate Central Coast initiative, local sport and active recreation providers will collaborate with Activate Central Coasts’ partners to promote Come and Try Activities and exciting programs and events for the community throughout the year. These will be announced on Sports Hub as details are confirmed. Office of Sport Project Officer, Matt Sawyer said Sports Hub is a game-changer for the Central Coast.“We’ve never had this kind of thing before on the coast. To be able to go to one place to get all the information you need to get active and involved in sport and active recreation is a fantastic initiative and a great example of what we can achieve by working in partnership,” Mr Sawyer said. Whether you’re searching for a small club or group or large association running casual, competitive, indoor, outdoor, land, water, individual or team-based activities on week nights or weekends - The Sports Hub provides a place to find all types of local sport and active recreation providers. Go online to www.sportcentralcoast.org.au/sportshub To register as a sports and capacity to heat the area sufficiently. However, there are some customers who want the look and heat is a secondary consideration, as they will have another heat source such as reverse cycle air conditioning. • Style/Shape – Traditional fireplaces are square and generally have thick fascia’s, modern fireplaces are landscape style with slimline trims. Some models are also frameless. • Media – this is what you see when you look inside a gas or electric fireplace, 9 out of ten fireplaces sold are logs but you can also choose other fuel beds such as stones and crystals. • Number of sides – customers are not restricted to single sided fireplaces anymore! Some models can come in double sided (see through), left or right corner, three sided (Bay) and even 4 sided (Island) • TV’s and Artwork - Customers want to

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Mediterranean Diet for Health and Longevity What is the Mediterranean diet? T he Mediterranean diet is based on the traditional eating habits from the 1960s of people from countries that surround the Mediterranean Sea, such as Greece, Italy, and Spain, and it encourages the consumption of fresh, seasonal, and local foods. The Mediterranean diet is not a single prescribed diet, but rather a general food- based eating pattern, which is marked by local and cultural differences throughout the Mediterranean region. What does the science say? Far frombeing a hype diet, the health benefits linked to the Mediterranean diet are supported by scientific evidence. The Mediterranean diet is associated with lower all- cause mortality and morbidity (disease occurrence), and has been linked to numerous health benefits. The traditional Mediterranean diet is now the most researcheddietarypatternworldwideanda recent ‘umbrella’ review of 13 meta-analyses of observational studies and 16 meta-analyses of randomised controlled trials investigating the link between adherence to a Mediterranean diet and 37 different health outcomes (covering more than 12.8 million people), has shown that adherence to a Mediterranean diet is protective against deaths from all causes, and from heart disease and stroke, diabetes, some cancers, neurodegenerative diseases and Alzheimer’s and other dementias. The Mediterranean dietary pattern was recently awarded the best diet of 2019 by the US News and World Report. The review analysed 41 different diets and found the Mediterranean diet was the best diet for healthy eating, also emerging as the best plant-based diet, best diet for diabetes and easiest diet to follow. These key foods and ingredients can easily be incorporated into any diet. Extra virgin olive oil as the main added fat, Vegetables and salads with every meal 400g per day, Legumes two- three times per week 100g each serve, Whole grain bread, Fresh fruit every day, Fermented dairy every day: yoghurt, kefir, Nuts everyday – 30g per day, Meat and poultry - if you choose to include, eat sparingly, increase meat-free days and pack your plate with plants. So why not give the Mediterranean diet a go! It’s easier than you think...

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INGREDIENTS 8 eggs 1 / 4 cup milk pinch salt 1 / 2 tsp dill 1 / 2 tsp paprika 1 tsp dried oregano 1 / 2 tsp black pepper 1 / 4 tsp baking powder (optional) 6 oz chopped spinach, squeezed to reduce moisture 1 / 2 cup finely chopped onion 1 cup chopped fresh parsley 3 tbsp chopped fresh mint leaves 3 garlic cloves, minced 200 grams crumbled feta cheese Extra virgin olive oil Salad for top: 6 baby tomatoes, halved 1 lebanese cucumber diced 1 / 2 cup chopped fresh parsley leaves salt, to taste

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Central Coast Conservatorium Children’s Choir to performwith Opera Australia’s Carmen

T he Central Coast Conservatorium Australia in their regional tour of ‘Carmen’ at The Arthouse Wyong on Tuesday 13th July and Wednesday 14th July, 2021. 23 students are involved in the choir, and are going through a weekly choir and performance class. These classes consist of choir training and technique with Artistic Director Patrick Brennan, basics of drama, understanding of Music has been invited to form a Children's Choir to perform with Opera

Conservatorium. “We are delighted to be able to provide this experience to our students,” says Irena Tasevska, General Manager of Central Coast Conservatorium. “These opportunities are what sets the Conservatorium apart, and enable us to provide the most enriching musical education possible for our students.” Tickets will be on sale from the Arthouse Wyong for the performances on Tuesday 13th July and Wednesday 14th July, 2021.

stage directions and some fun choreographed movement to get the students comfortable with moving on stage with teacher Nicky Castle. The students will learn how to warm up their voices, how to sing together, and how to present with confidence on stage. “This is an exceptional opportunity for our students to perform with the largest opera company, and refine not only their musical skills but also their stagecraft,” says Patrick Brennan, Artistic Director of the Central Coast

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W hen shopping for flooring it’s important that you spend your money wisely on something that suits your lifestyle. If you have children or pets youwant something that’s hardwearing and resistant to stains and scratches. A new floor can change the entire look and feel of your home, but it can be a big job going out to different flooring retailers for quotes and price comparisons, not to mention trying to make a selection from the seemingly endless flooring options available. Hardwood timber is one of the most loved and traditional forms of flooring – it is highly durable, stain-resistant, easy to care for, long-lasting and warm. Today’s timber floors are produced from sustainable resources and a well-laid tongue-and-groove floor will not collect dust nor conceal dirt, making it a natural choice for asthma and allergy sufferers. However, solid timber is not an ‘instant’ floor – it needs to be cut to size, properly installed, sanded and sealed. A traditionally laid solid timber floor is not always possible – or even desirable. So what’s the alternative? Today’s laminate floors are made to look exactly like real timber, stone or tile – in an amazing array of styles, colours and even textures – but at about half the cost and without the maintenance. Laminate flooring comes in exactly the style and shade you want, it’s versatile, simple to install, very hard- wearing and resistant to stains and spills, and, best of all, is really easy to clean and maintain. Laminate floors are ‘floating’, that is, they’re laid over an underlay material that provides cushioning and helps to absorb the sound, but, unlike timber floors, they are not nailed down, or glued. The planks are ‘clicked’ into each other, providing an impenetrable surface for your floor. Proflooring Umina can show you our comprehensive collection of quality oak, timber and laminate floors based on specific colours, wood species, dimensions or any other characteristic needed to complete your project with ease. Our qualified and insured installers can lay your floor, or we can provide all you will need to install your floor DIY. Best Flooring Options for your Project

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Special Report - The Real Truth about Honey We all need some help in our hectic lives & a good friend of mine with a humble passion for all things natural who’d just like to be known as Jim, has come to the rescue to provide this article that will surely be a great blessing to all who invest the time to be enriched by this intriguing report. P ardon the pun, all the buzz is everywhere these days re claims & cures from Medicinal healing Honey . showing the genuine antimicrobial activity.

while really containing Chinese irradiated Pollen with the potential to offer hardly any benefit except to possibly cause negative implications , rather than to enhance life as genuine clean Australian pure unadulterated Bee Pollen has the ability to do . Just recently & obviously in fear of imminent repercussions, the unscrupulous marketers have finally divulged online that only what is sold in NZ is locally sourced product , with all else exported being Chinese. Of course consumers being exploited and taken for a deceptive ride for any amount of time is always the worst aspect of any rip-off, though the unbridled blatant unfair competition has also caused much grief, enormous industry damage & resulting losses to Aussie producers as well on all levels. Hopefully the Australian Government will retrospectively now take action against these unlawful practices. In any case, thankfully the truth has finally emerged and those who want the real deal can enjoy the power rather than just a terrible placebo with great marketing & advertising offering false hope. Don’t be surprised if a class action is initiated & it will certainly be great to see justice served & corruption rooted out of the unique Australian Bee Product industry once & for all. By now you’re surely waiting for the good oil on Manuka and & as always there’s the story behind the story. Currently conjecture is rife concerning the exclusive right to use the name, with producers & other players alike looking to the government to come to their rescue in the battle to save the industry. As this goes on, the focus is being taken off the real problem with the actual product across the Tasman. While the practice does happen under certain conditions here in various places at times, it’s common knowledge & more so recently that NZ bees are continually highly sugar fed, thereby elevating levels which are in turn made manifest in the final product that is sold for way more than it’s worth. This presents a real nightmare for NZ Manuka on the world stage and obviously it’s high time for Aussie consumers to make a course correction to return to our own back yard for more than one reason. The other huge problem happening on both sides is the marketing manipulation, “fudging” & purposely confusing ratings designed to bamboozle the average consumer concerning the real activity/potency. MGO has proven to be a marketer’s dream that adds multiple Zeros, but is still often pathetically weak. For example 100MGO = just 5+ yet but gives the impression of being powerful – but not. The true story is that anything under 20+ (400MGO) is still not going to be really any sort of substantially beneficial. The definitely trustable rating is the TA or Total Activity

In WA Honey Hydrogen Peroxide is an active compound + enzymes

The truth is as Solomon once so wisely said “There’s nothing new under the sun” and so science simply continues to slowly catch up with the Natural as “that which is has already been.” Long before any of the sophisticated testing now at hand proved & validated the antimicrobial properties of the delectable gold from the humble Honeybee, the hidden substance of the mysterious sweetness has delighted, nourished & healed multitudes for many generations. Samson, the most famous strong man that ever lived ate Honey & Bee Pollen from a lion (it’s a great read) and yet another super powerful wild man named John virtually lived on wild Honey plus pure Carob in the desert. Nevertheless it’s indeed even far more amazing to consider & know that Jesus served Honeycomb with fish for breakfast after His resurrection – all predicted over 700 years beforehand! Honey has been a genuine preserver & sustainer of vibrant Health throughout the ages especially when real food & powerful Natural remedies are required. Traditionally when all else has failed in treatingulcers in a hospital situation, Honey has always albeit not officially sanctioned by the authorities, been used for the most part by nursing staff as a last resort...yet constantly the effective solution! How bizarre & what a sad reflection of a hugely non-existent duty of care system driven by the love of money. Possessing no negative implications or potential side effects unless consumed in excessive amounts or given to babies before their digestive system is active, Honey is man’s best friend in the food space. Though in the modern day laws call for a shelf life, in reality Honey never deteriorates to cause spoilage. Such is why samples tested from the pyramids of Egypt are still fine to eat today as when harvested thousands of years ago ...try that with another food. As has so often proven to be the case, NZ has marketed their produce way better than Australia as they have claimed one product after another as their own. 1st the Chinese Gooseberry became a Kiwifruit, possums were next transformed into Kiwi Bears as they exported their skins to Asia, then the Kiwi Rose... it’s a Waratah, NSW’s symbol & yes it too was deemed fair game in the commercial marketplace. That said there are of course many reputable & excellent NZ suppliers alike of natural wares. Some things just need to be said & people deserve to know the truth regardless of where the problems are. The classic marketing scam that tops them all is the supposed NZ Pollen in Nature Bee advertised widely here on radio & in various other media for many years now, yet all the

facilitate real antibacterial activity. Again the truth is stranger than fiction and though it’s true NZ has only one variety of Leptospermum while Australia has scores of the species with radically varying potency & some nil microbial activity, WA Active Honeys especially Jarrah, Red Gum, Marri & Karri tick all the boxes as the Natural standouts above the pack, possess unique factors, taste wonderful, offer multiple benefits and are far superior in general, as well as more consumer friendly on the whole than most varieties. Here’s the impressive array of benefits the genuine article offers: * GENUINE GOVT APPROVED TA RATING UNIQUE TO WESTERN AUSTRALIA * 100%CHEMICAL, DISEASE&PESTICIDE FREE, NOT HEAT TREATED WITH NO ADDITIVES * HIGHEST ANTIOXIDANT LEVELS IN BOTH AUSTRALIA & NZ WITH HYDROGEN PEROXIDE ACTIVITY * STRONG ANTIMICROBIAL ACTIVITY VALIDATED BY CERT LABS + CONFIRMED VIA SYDNEY UNIVERSITY * LOW GI & GLUCOSE + HIGH FRUCTOSE = CORRECT INSULIN& CHOLESTEROL BALANCE * NATURALLY PREBIOTIC FOR GOOD BACTERIA BOOST, HEALTHY DIGESTIVE TRACT & MORE * TREAT & HEAL ULCERS, SKIN & STOMACH PROBLEMS * EXCELLENT GARGLE FOR SORE THROATS Bee products and especially Medicinal & active Honeys have really forged ahead globally as everything intrinsically Natural & Organic with real integrity surges to gain the recognition they always deserved yet previously never attained to. ENJOY! JARRAH HONEY THE HEALING HONEY • Conclusive research by Department of Agriculture and Food Western Australia has determined the special antimicrobial properties of Jarrah honey. • The high Jarrah antimicrobial data has been independently supported by Molecular Bioscientists working at the University of Sydney. • The antimicrobial quality is measured by the term of ‘Total Activity’ (TA). • Active Jarrah honey is strongly antimicrobial* and scientific laboratories measure and rank its activity. • As a honey drink, optimal antimicrobial activity is produced when honey is diluted to concentrations betw en 30 nd 50%(v/v)# • Jarrah honey can b used to treat wounds, burns and skin infections. It has been scientifically researched andproven tohave ahighpercentage of activity level, making it an excellent choice for dressing golden staphylococcus infections, E.coli and Candida , and ulcerated wounds. PICTURE BEFORE AND AFTER OF TREATMENTS USING JARRAH HONEY OVER A PERIOD OF 28 DAYS

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* REPORTED AS HAVING A TOTAL ACTIVITY OF 30.2% (W/V) PHENOL EQUIVALENT IN ‘HONEY HAS AN ANTIFUNGAL EFFECT AGAINST CANDIDA SPECIES’(2006). MEDICAL MYCOLOGY 44,289-291. # The effect of dilution on the rate of hydrogen peroxide production in honey and its implications for wound healing. Journal of Alternative and omplementary Medicine 9(2), 267-273.

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Why eat Sourdough bread? A t Bill’s, we’re focused on inspiring healthier living through healthier choices. All of our delicious sourdoughs are made using pure, natural ingredients from certified organic farms. Our flour is milled using a traditional stoneground method. This method of milling avoids overheating and dehydration, thereby retaining nutrients and wheat germ. The 18 hour fermentation of our sourdough starter allows beneficial lactobacilli to fully develop, which aids digestion. Sourdough starters are referred to as “ferments” or “cultures”, which are complex ecosystems composed of multiple species of yeast and lactic acid-producing bacteria whereas ordinary baker’s yeast is a single

• Chemical herbicides and pesticides • Artificial preservatives, flavourings and colourings • Genetic modification • Soy, dairy and eggs, animal products • Added sugar • Chemical herbicides and pesticides • Artificial preservatives, flavourings and colourings • Genetic modification • Soy, dairy and eggs, animal products • Added sugar Lower salt Promotes gut health Another health benefit of sourdough bread is that it has a lower glycemic index. Sourdough bread’s glycemic index is also lower if the flour is stoneground, which means it has larger flour particles. Our huge assortment of breads are available from Coles, Woolworths, Harris Farm Markets, IGA Erina Heights. Lyn Roberts Bills Certified Organic Sourdough Bakery FREE FROM FREE FROM • Chemical herbicides and pesticides • Artificial preservatives, flavourings and colourings • Genetic modification • Soy, dairy and eggs, animal products • Added sugar Chemical h rbicides and pesticides • Artificial preservatives, flavourings and colourings Genetic modification • Soy, dairy and eggs, animal products • Added sugar FREE FROM FREE FROM preservatives). Naturally leavened bread is easily assimilated by the body and does not produce yeast overgrowth, so is often recommended by health care professionals. Sourdough cultures contain multiple species of yeast and lactic acid-producing bacteria, which help control yeast overgrowths. BILLSORGANICS.COM.AU Available in Coles Supermarkets, Woolworths & Harris Farm in NSW & ACT Eating a healthy diet and exercise can help you stay flexible, strengthen your muscles and prevent any problems with posture. You might need to adapt your normal exercise routine. A physi thera ist or exercise physiologist can give you advice on the best exercises for you. Relaxation, breathing exercises and mindfulness meditation can help reduce stress and ease discomfort or pain. And if you smoke, quitting is very important. Talk to colleagues, friends or other people with MS – see if any of them are in a similar situation, and ask how they have managed it. There are a number of treatments and medicines available that aim to reduce inflammation around the nerves, slowing the progress of the disease and managing symptoms to maintain your quality of life. MS support groups meet in Holgate (0409 851 246), Narara (0410 405 104) and West Gosford (0408 634 425). To find out more call MS Connect on 1800 042 138. BILLSORGANICS. OM.AU Available in Coles Supermarkets, Woolworths & Harris Farm in NSW & ACT BILLSORGANICS.COM.AU Available in Coles Supermarkets, Woolworths & Harris Farm in NSW & ACT Lower salt Promotes gut health BILLSORGANICS.COM.AU Available in Coles Supermarkets, Woolworths & Harris Farm in NSW & ACT Lower salt Promotes gut heal h Lower salt Promotes gut health

variety of manufactured yeast that can make dough rise fast without complete fermentation. Sourdough bacteria are lactic acid- producing bacteria (lactobacilli) that are also found in numerous other fermented foods (like yoghurt). These bacteria (which need a minimum of 12 hours to ferment) produce many benefits including increasing the nutritional value of a food. They also create the wonderful unique flavours and textures of real sourdough. The pH of sourdough is around 4, whereas the pH of Baker’s yeast is 5.5 to 6. Pathogenic microorganisms such as botulism, E. coli and moulds cannot reproduce in an environment with a pH below 4.6 This keeps sourdough bread mould free naturally (no artificial

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We use only the best grains mostly grown in Australia on Certified Organic and sustainable farms. At our Certified Organic mill the grain is stoneground to avoid losing any precious vitamins. From the mill the flour is sent to our Certified Organic bakery to create our very own range of sourdough health bread. Sourdough bread is created by using a starter or mother, which ferments by lactic acid bacteria. This improves the food quality and the long fermentation (18 hours) ensures that the sourdough is fully developed and the nutritional value is enhanced. Fermenting and soaking ensures toxic or antinutritional factors are removed. We use only the best grains mostly grown in Australia on Certified Organic and sustainable farms. At our Certified Organic mill the grain is stoneground to avoid losing any precious vitamins. From the mill the flour is sent to our Certified Organic bakery to create our very own range of sourdough health bread. Sourdough bread is created by using a starter or mother, which ferments by lactic acid bacteria. This improves the food quality and the long f rmentatio (18 hours) ensures that the sourdough is fully developed and the nutritional value is enhanced. Fermenting and soaking ensures toxic or antin tritional factors are remov d. We use only the best grains mo tly grown in Australia on Certifi d Organic d sustainable f rms. At our Certifi d Orga ic mill the grain is stoneground to avoid losing a y precious vitamins. From he mill the flour is sent to our Certifi d Organic bakery to create our very own range of sourdough healt bread. Sourdough bread is created by using a starter or m ther, which ferments by lactic acid bacteria. This improves th food quality and the long fermentation (18 hours) ensures that the sourd gh is fully developed and the nutritional value is enhanced. Fermenting and soaking ensures toxic or antinutritional factors are removed. We use only the best grains mostly grown in Australia on Certified Organic and sustainable farms. At our Certified Organic mill the grain is stoneground to avoid losing any precious vitamins. From the mill the flour is sent to our Certified Organic bakery to create our very own range of sourdough health bread. Sourdough bread is created by using a starter or mother, which ferments by lactic acid bacteria. This improves the food quality and the long fermentation (18 hours) ensures that the sourdough is fully developed and the nutritional value is enhanced. Fermenting and soaking ensures toxic or antinutritional factors are removed. We use only the best grains mostly grown in Australia on Certified Organic and sustainable farms. At our Certified Organic mill the grain is stoneground to avoid losing any precious vitamins. From the mill the flour is sent to our Certified Organic bakery to create our very own range of sourdough health bread. Sourdough bread is created by using a starter or mother, which ferments by lactic acid bacteria. This improves t e food quality and the long fermentation (18 hours) ensures that the sourdough is fully developed and the nutritional value is enhanced. Fermenting and soaking ensures toxic or antinutritional factors are removed. U derstanding Multiple Sclerosis M ultiple sclerosis is a disea e that damages nerve cells in th brain, spinal cord and optic nerve. It can lead to muscle tingling and spasms, paralysis of limbs, difficulty walking, loss of bladder control and vision problems. Most people with multiple sclerosis, or MS, are able to enjoy an active life and maintain their independence. However others progressively lose abilities and levels of independence. Treatments can slow the progress of the disease and help manage symptoms. There is a wide range of services and support available for people with MS in Australia. Multiple sclerosis is a chronic condition in which a person’s immune system malfunctions and attacks myelin, the fatty sheath that insulates their nerves. It damages myelin around nerve cells in the brain, spinal cord and

optic nerve. This creates scars (lesions) that interfere or block the nerve signals that control muscles and other functions. The nerve fibres are also damaged by the disease. Having MS might have a significant affect on your life, affecting your daily activities, ability to work, family and relationships. Or it might not – everyone is different. You will probably need time to come to terms with the diagnosis and what it means for you. You are likely to feel a lot of different emotions at different times, including anger, denial, anxiety, depression and more. It is a good idea to find out what you can about MS and about the support that is available from organisations such as MS Australia. But take your time and do it at your own pace. There is a lot to think about, and a lot to deal with and you may need to look at psychological and emotional support. You might be able to get the support you need from your partner, your family and your friends, but you can also look for support from a professional such as a psychologist, counsellor or social worker.

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Tipstoassistyourchild with toilet training Paediatric Physiotherapist's top tips: 1. Support your child “Dress your child in pants that are easy for them to put on and pull off. It is more beneficial if you dress your children in bigger sized clothing as this makes it easier for them to take it off. There can be two transitions to work through. The first is to the potty and then from the potty to the toilet. The ideal age to start potty training is when the child is 2-3 years old. Continue to encourage your child through all phases of the process, even if there is a timing failure at first.” 2. Empower your child to communicate with you “Ask your child every now and then - “do you need to go?” Encourage them to tell you or another adult when they feel the urge to go. It is also useful to stimulate discussions and ask them to communicate when they need to do a number one or number two.” “It doesn’t matter how small or big the achievement is, or even if the toddler doesn’t complete the entire routine successfully - praise them for the part that they were able to do. Rewarding your child reinforces positive support. This can be in the form of reward charts, verbal praise or stickers. As the toddler achieves each stage, reduce the amount of praise.” 4. Verbalise and gesture to your child “Show and help your child practise pulling their pants down and up when toilet training. Additionally, explain to them the process of washing and wiping hands and what they need to do. By verbalising and gesturing to your child what toilet training includes, this helps them visualise and understand the process.” 3. Praise your child for every progress, no matter how small

training to your toddler. Pictures may make it easier for kids to understand the process of going to the toilet and the order of actions they need to follow during the routine.” 6. Role play going to the toilet “Use dolls, teddy bears or other soft toys with your child to demonstrate the toilet training experience. This way they know that everyone goes to the toilet.” 7. Timing is everything “During warmer weather, giving your child an increase in fluid or water intake can help. By providing them with a large drink of water more than 40 minutes before they visit the toilet can assist the process. Make sure you have enough time to devote to your child during toilet training. Stay with them to read a book or chat until they wee and then praise them for going to the toilet.” 8. The potty “Start gradually moving the potty closer to the toilet. Make the transition easier by

getting your toddler to practise sitting on the ‘big potty’. You will need to buy a step and a smaller seat that fits securely inside the existing toilet seat.” 9. For kids with gross motor difficulties “Have steps over the toilet or a low toilet (if possible) or a rail for kids to hold onto. Extra steps can be useful for children who can’t walk.” 10. Lifting your toddler/non-mobile child “If you need to lift your toddler or non-mobile child, bend your knees and slowly stand up, so you don’t twist your back. Help your child to do as much as possible. If they can hold a rail or assist with standing, ensure there is enough time for them to plan their movement so you don’t risk injuring yourself.”

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Augmented reality brings new kids book to life Personalised children’s books are hugely popular but one Australian brand is taking it to the next level by incorporating an element of augmented reality. Tinyme has launched The Amazing Alphabet which, on first glance, appears to simply be a personalised kids book. However, when accompanied with the official app, the book comes to life in front of the readers’ eyes. Kids watch the characters of the book jump out of the page, much to their shock and delight. Mike Wilson, Founder of Tinyme says, "As a dad of six I’ve spent hundreds of hours reading books to my kids and I’ve always encouraged them to have a deep love for reading. I’ve also spent quite a bit of time playing around with a bunch of pretty cool kids apps. As someone who founded a studio which writes, illustrates, develops software and even physically prints personalised books for kids, I’m really excited by what our team at Tinyme has created.” The Amazing Alphabet is custom printed for each child with the child’s name included throughout. The app plays music and sound effects to complement the story and it can also read the story to the child. It is recommended for kids aged between 0 and 8. The app is free and is available for iPhone or Android phones. For more info and to pre-order visit www.tinyme.com.au and https://www. tinyme.com.au/the-amazing-alphabet-book. RRP $30.00.

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