There will be a circus workshop at Kalinga Park in Clayfield on the 6th of January 2018 at 3:00 p.m. for children ages 10 to 17 years old. Attendees will be taught plate spinning, poi, hoops, juggling, stilts, pogo, and flower sticks.
The event is free and no prior bookings are required. The workshop is to be held by the playground and to be facilitated by the Brisbane City Council. Participants are advised to wear comfortable clothes, put sun protection, bring a water bottle. Do these and you’re all set!
The workshop aims to develop kids’ kinaesthetic abilities like hand coordination and body alertness. Learning the basic circus acts can also instil into kids the art of being patient where “practice makes perfect”. It can teach them that things cannot be perfectly done during the first try and that one has to put their whole attention and repeated effort to achieve something.
The Kalinga Park has been a favourite among children in the neighbourhood because it is spacious and has nature-themed tree houses surrounded by bushland. The tree houses are inter-connected with climbing ropes, ladders, twisting slides, and large rock climbing wall. For smaller children, there is the smaller vine treehouse with a smaller slide. There is also a merry-go-round, different sets of swings, mini road network with a roundabout where children can be taught about basic road rules.
The park also features a large sandpit surrounded by sculptured characters shaped after the flowers and animals found at the Kedron Brook catchment. The place also has a bike path that is part of the Kedron Brook Bikeway. A ride on the bike shall take anyone along a pleasant route through Kedron Brook’s nature corridor.
Families have also been enjoying picnic at the sheltered picnic tables where they can also have outdoor BBQ sessions. Those with dogs will be happy to know that there is an off-leash area where their pets can exercise and have fun freely. Further down the creek, there are ducks swimming and playing too.
The Kalinga Park also has wheelchair-accessible toilet facilities. Other facilities include water fountain and a carpark.
Kalinga Park in Clayfield is located at 48 Kalinga Street
Asian food has been a regular offering in Australia’s food courts and fine dining establishments for more than 15 years already. In Clayfield, it is now common to find long queues in restaurants that are offering Asian cuisine.
Where to go When You’re Craving
Lam Duan Thai
Sizzling Beef Black Pepper or Sizzling seafood Credit: Lam Duan Thai Facebook
Lam Duan Thai specialises in Thai dishes. They serve lunch and dinner and provides catering services too.
Here’s a piece of interesting trivia. “Lam Duan” is the name of a beautiful yellow flower in Thailand. You’ll find the pretty yellow flower in decorations all over the restaurant.
The place is owned by a nice lady named Rattana, who hails from a village in Thailand which is also called Lam Duan. Rattana has been cooking from a very young age. While it is common for young children to help out in planting rice back in Thailand, Rattana chose to remain at home to help her mother with the cooking.
Address: 278 Junction Road, Clayfield QLD
Mamaku Kitchen
Chilli fish and steamed ginger & shallots fish Credit: Mamaku Kitchen Facebook
The place serves Indonesian food, which according to the owner are inspired by all the mothers in her family. Hence, “mamaku” means “my mother”.
They accept dine in customers, as well as those who are keen on takeaways. They also accept catering services and deliveries through uberEATS.
The place specialises in authentic homestyle Indonesian cooking, thus booking is required before coming in.
Address: 1C/ 730 Sandgate Road, Clayfield QLD
Sakana Japanese Dining Bar
Credit: SAKANA Japanese Dining Bar
Word has gotten around about the authentic Japanese cuisine and the ambience of Sakana, making the place popular among curious and enthusiastic locals. Regular patrons are raving about edamame, deep-fried tofu and chicken karage, chicken teriyaki and rice, and the traditional Japanese udon noodle dishes.
Address: 1A/730 Sandgate Road, Clayfield QLD
Princess Thai Restaurant
Credit: Princess Thai Restaurant Facebook
The place serves traditional Thai favourites, such as Thai chicken cooked with cashew, beef massaman, noodles, and desserts. They accept online orders for delivery and takeaways.
Address: 2/752 Sandgate Road, Clayfield QLD
Asian Bay Restaurant
Asian Bay’s menu has an interesting mix of Malaysian, Chinese, and Thai food, reflecting several cultures in a complementary combination of cuisines.
Queensland Seafood Marketers Association president Marshal Betzel has suggested that people stockpile prawns before Christmas. In an interview with other members of the media, he explained that prices are expected to surge at about $40 per kilo as Christmas approaches.
This isn’t exactly good news for seafood lovers in Brisbane and suburbs. In Clayfield, shoppers looking to stock up on prawns and other seafood items can check out two options in their neighbourhood.
The Clayfield Seafood Markets
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Residents looking to buy prawns in Clayfield have only one place in mind when they think of fresh seafood – The Clayfield Seafood Markets. The Clayfield Seafood Markets has moved to a refurbished store at Clayfield Markets on Sandgate Road.
Mouth watering prawns and oysters Credit: Clayfield Seafood Markets
They accept pre-order for Christmas and staff deliver 6 days a week. Everything is filleted fresh onsite and prepared from scratch.
All of its seafood is sustainably caught. The Fish and Chips at the Clayfield Seafood Markets has been voted 2nd Best Fish & Chips in Brisbane by Triple M 2017 and 8th in the Australian Best Fish & Chip Awards Qld 2017.
The place also sells Fish & Chips, salads, tempura, housemade sauces and condiments, as well as burgers made “from scratch” which customers can eat al fresco.
To know more on how to pre-order from The Clayfield Seafood Markets, click here.
Grilled Fish
Prawn with broccoli recipe Credit: Grilled Fish Facebook
Grilled Fish is another go-to place for seafood. The establishment also does event catering and can customise their menu based on their clients’ proposed budget.
Our main principle is great food and great hospitality. We are completely adaptable to your needs and will work to your specifications to ensure your event is a success.
According to Mr Betzel, his prediction about the looming price hike is based on China’s increasing demand for Australian prawns.
In a separate interview with other media, Betzel’s prediction has been echoed by David Lock, Managing Director of agribusiness company Mareterram. Mr Lock, however, attributed his projection to the ban on imported prawns which started in January 2017, after the discovery of what was termed as “white spot disease.”
After extensive treatments, the Queensland Department of Agriculture and Fisheries announced all previously infected prawns farms in SE Queensland have tested negative. These farms will remain uncultivated for a year to eradicate the virus. As of September, further surveillance across the region returned all negative results.
Likewise, NSW areas have also turned up negative results, indicating that the disease may not have reached the Moreton Bay Region and has not spread to other places in Queensland. Follow-up surveillance will be conducted in 2018.
a state of active, open attention on the present. Instead of letting your life pass you by, mindfulness means living in the moment and awakening to your current experience, rather than dwelling on the past or anticipating the future.
A study into stress and wellbeing conducted by the Australian Psychological Society in 2014 has found that almost two in five Australians are experiencing some symptoms of depression, with 13 percent of them battling depression symptoms in the severe to extremely severe range. The study further revealed that more than one quarter of Australians are experiencing some anxiety symptoms, with 13 percent of them battling severe to extremely severe levels of anxiety.
Stress: Credit: CCO Public Domain / David QR / Pixabay
Both anxiety and depression are results of unmanaged stress. In the same study from the Australian Psychological Society, it was found that financial concerns have been the largest contributor to stress among Australians. Of the 48 percent who participated in the study, 58 percent said that pressure to afford basic food has caused them undue stress. Stress can also be the result of family problems, health issues and conflicts in the workplace, according to Health Direct.
Learning About Mindfulness
Mindfulness Works Australia takes pride in being one of the country’s largest mindfulness training organisations. An estimated 600 people are said to be completing the Mindfulness Works introductory course not just in Australia but in New Zealand as well.
Credit: Mindfulness Australia Facebook Page
The 4-week introductory course on mindfulness which will be held in Clayfield includes:
a 45-page guidebook
12-month subscription to the premium Wildflowers Mindfulness app
weekly emails with extra articles and instructions
downloadable guided mindfulness meditations for the participants to keep
People who have engaged in mindfulness exercises regularly have attested to the following benefits:
Reduce stress and anxiety
Feel more joy
Increase feelings of well-being
Increase self-acceptance
Improve sleeping patterns and the immune system.
Increase self-acceptance and self-love
For more information on how to attend the Mindfulness Works introductory course in Clayfield, please click here.
The new Arts Building is seen to provide the students a “state-of-the-art” facility to develop their raw talents in music, drama, film, and television. The facility will help the College community to deliver their art programs that are included in their curriculum and to have an efficient place to hold their co-curricular programs.
Proposed Plans for the New Arts Building
Photo credit: D.A. No. A004754429, Brisbane City Council
M3Architecture, a Brisbane-based architecture firm, designed the proposal for the new building. The plan seeks a construction of a five storey building, positioned on the south western area of the school grounds. However, it will only appear as a three storey building on the northern side due to the sloping.
The design indicated that there will be 13 general learning areas to accommodate the students and teachers. To further support the students’ talents in performing arts, the new building will feature music, rehearsal, drama, film, and television studios and a multipurpose theatre for performances.
The plan also includes a “Long Room” that will directly link the Arts Building to the courtyard spaces of the Kennedy Centre and Sacred Heart. This will help the students to access the buildings easily, whilst providing social spaces.
Photo credit: D.A. No. A004754429, Brisbane City Council
Development Details
The development application for the school’s new Arts Building includes:
New building with maximum height of 22.5 metres;
New Stafford Street access;
Landscape works to the Kennedy Centre;
Two-metre wide landscape buffer along the southern boundary;
Lane widening along the southern site boundary and Hunter Lane driveway crossover;
Modifications of facade; and
28 new car park spaces, adjacent to the proposed building.
Several Buildings to be Affected
Photo credit: D.A. No. A004754429, Brisbane City Council
Based on the proposal, several buildings will be affected. This includes demolition of the existing Trinity Hall and the old pantry. Sacred Heart Building’s Level 1 classrooms will also be demolished, once approved.
Although Kennedy Building’s south wing together with the stairs, walkways, and garden, will be removed, the building will be redeveloped. Refurbishments of its existing ground and second floors will also commence to accommodate a new pantry.
The development will also require some demolition works of covered walkways, driveways, and courtyards to give way to the new facility.
Photo credit: D.A. No. A004754429, Brisbane City Council
Further details about the development application can be viewed on the BCC PD Online.
Vintage Lane Tattoo will be officially opening their doors to the Clayfield community on Sunday, the 17th of September, from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Opening Day will be filled with “old school” tattoo fun as they retro and classic flash designs at affordable prices. It will be a day of entertainment, raffles, prizes and yes, tattoos.
Get a chance to win a $500 Vintage Lane Tattoo Gift Certificate at the event raffle when you attend.
Get Inked
Photo credit: Vintage Lane Tattoo/Facebook
Tattoo artists Ms. Britt and Amylou are the artists of the open day. Customers who come on Opening Day can choose from various designs on their flash sheet for their tattoo. The sizes of the designs can range between the size of a 10-cent coin and that of a tennis ball, with prices at $20 and $40. The designs will be tattooed as is. The artists can’t change the sizes of the designs.
Photo credit: Vintage Lane Tattoo/Facebook
Here are some reminders from them if you want to get a tattoo.
No pre-booking
No outside designs
No colour
No necks and ribs
Cash Only
Potential customers should remember the drill. Do not not take any blood thinners like Ibuprofen up to a day before going in for a tat. Strictly no alcohols after getting inked. Always remember to wash the tattooed area with soap and water, but be mindful of instructions from the shop about when it will be safe to start wetting it. Apply a small amount of moisturisers like After Ink and Bepanthen once the area is air-dried. Do not over moisturise it.
For starters, do not, by all means, scratch it or peel off the scab. You can get your tattoo messed up. Do not forget to wash your hands before doing any tattoo aftercare regimen. These are basically minute wounds that can be infected. That also means that you should not let anyone touch your tattoo, unless their hands are clean.
It’s a Kid-Friendly Event
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You heard it right. This is a kid-friendly event. The outside entertainment area will keep the kids busy throughout the day (while you’re getting a tattoo). There are BBQs, popcorns, fairy floss, drinks, and hotdogs, with vegan options. This could be a family fun day, too.
However, the indoor area of the tattoo studio are always “off limits” for the kids.
Are There Entry Fees?
The day’s entertainment is FREE. Only the tattoos will require cash from your pocket. Food and drinks, while not free, will only cost a gold coin donation ($1 to $2).
Just a reminder, tattoos are permanent. Think before you ink. Choose the design that you know you will never regret. Tattoo is a form of art that lets you express yourself. Choose wisely.
Howdy! Rock the cowboy look this weekend as the Brisbane Racing Club (BRC) celebrates their third annual Country Music Raceday on Saturday, 16th of September, at the Doomben Racecourse. This will be a day of nonstop entertainment, live racing, mechanical bull challenges, and eating and drinking. The gates will open at 10:30 a.m., while the functions will open at 11:30 a.m.
For this event, a portion of the ticket sales will go to the Queensland Westpac Lifesaver Rescue Helicopter Service (WLRHS). It is one of the oldest community-based helicopter rescue services in the world since 1976. They provide a full-time service in providing coastal surveillance and search and rescue that is operating 365 days a year.
Live racing will be on track all-day. After the two sell-out events, this year will see a heightened giddy-up action on the track.
The musical lineup is inspired by the bootin’-scootin’ lifestyle. Troy Cassar-Daley will be there to perform his platinum and gold record set list. The Wolfe Brothers will give the pumping crowd a dose of “This Crazy Life”. And to keep Country Music alive, Baylou will also take over the main stage as they perform heartfelt singles from their playlist.
Photo credit: The Wolfe Brothers/Facebook
The Music Lineup
Troy Cassar-Daley
The Wolfe Brothers
Benn Gunn
Baylou
Phoebe Jay
Brooke Schubert
Bridget O’Shannessy
Jase Lansky
The Public Lawn will be filled with Queensland’s best Country market stalls, including the infamous Ringers Western and Four Hats stalls. Complete the cowboy-vibe and find the perfect gears to match at these Country market stalls.
It’s not a party without food and drinks. At this event, even the food will be trendy! Food trucks will offer the tastiest options of western dishes. Pop-up bars will keep your thirst at bay.
Dress to Impress
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Slip into your favourite cowboy boots and put on the coolest Akubra you have. Dress to impress at the Johnny Ringo’s Fashion on the Field. Judges will be looking for contestants who will nail the outback style, while embracing the Australian Country theme. Winners will get a $1,000 Johnny Ringo’s Party Voucher.
Anyone can walk the trackside catwalk. Just head to the registration desk, sign up, and grab your contestant number. Register on the day at 11:00 a.m.
Dress Code
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Follow the dress code to avoid inconveniences. Everyone is encouraged to come dressed in RMs and Akubras to keep the Country vibe on. Gents, you can wear your regular denim jeans, tailoured trousers, chinos, button-up shirts, and blazers. For the ladies, you can either put on those jeans and button-up shirts or those Country-inspired dresses.
Just be wary of the clothes you’re not supposed to wear. Singlets, offensive shirts, and rubber thongs are not allowed. For guests that will be joining the day on the Members’ Reserve area, denim, joggers, thongs, and shorts are not permitted. Wear smart-casual attire and you’re guaranteed to fit in.
Infield Camping
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Roll out your swag or pull up the caravan and go infield camping. Make it a remarkable weekend. Camping on-site gives the convenience of being in a short proximity from the Country Music Festivities.
Camp sites measure six square metres with security and staff surrounding the camp site area. Booking a camp site also gives an access to shared portable toilets, showers, and water station. A one-night camp costs $25 per six square metre site and two nights will cost $20 per 6- square metre site.
Camp site access does not include an entry ticket to the racecourse.
Tickets
General Admission is $25 per head for online purchases and $30 at the gate. Buy tickets online and save on gate prices. Avoid the hassle of queueing up at the site. Children and pensioners are free.
Other tickets range from $35 to $155 per person, depending on the ticket package. View tickets and packages here.
Transport
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The bus heading to Doomben is the Route 301 bus. You can catch the bus at Sandgate Road at Noble Street, Stop 31/30 on Clayfield and get off at Nudgee Road at Hampden Street, Stop 33 on Ascot. The bus stop is only a two-minute walk away from the racecourse.
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Traveling via train will only take 6 minutes from the Clayfield Station to the Doomben Station, which is only a five-minute walk to the racecourse.
There are taxi ranks at the Hampden Street, while the Uber pick-up and drop-off point is at the the Gate 2 Float Car Park.
All car parking is free. Public car parking is accessible via Gate 2 on Nudgee Road at Doomben Racecourse, while the disabled parking spaces are at the Gate 5, via Hampden Street, car park.
The Doomben Members Infield car park on Gate 2 and Gate 5, will be open for members.A BRC membership card should be presented upon entry.
Celebrate racing and country music this weekend. Check out the event website for updates.
College Junction, a new multi-million dollar health and wellness precinct in Clayfield, is expected to open in late 2017. Considered a redevelopment of the Durham Place building, the precinct was designed by WallaceBrice Architecture and constructed by Tomkins Commercial and Industrial Builders.
The construction team has already completed the building’s structure and are now working on the external claddings and internal fit-out. One of the goals of the construction is to retain and preserve the 100 year old brick facade of “Durham Place”, incorporating the new design whilst maintaining the structure’s original character and history.
College Junction Design & Accessibility
Photo credit: College Junction/Facebook
College Junction is a one-stop complex with clinics and commercial spaces. The A-grade heritage-inspired building will feature shops, offices, food and drink outlets, and a series of health and fitness centres. Approximately 64 parking spaces will be provided on two basement levels with access from Wagner Road.
The site is easily accessible via train, bus, or car. It is conveniently situated near the Clayfield College. Sandgate Road connects the residents to the schools, shops, and local services and connects to the Airport Link, making College Junction the next health destination of the Clayfield community and the surrounding suburbs.
Qscan Radiology Clinics
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Qscan Radiology Clinics is the anchor tenant of the College Junction. They will be occupying tenancies 1 and 5 to deliver new comprehensive, multi-modality clinics that will offer medical imaging services.
Since 2006, Qscan is known for bringing interventional radiology services and outstanding patient care through trained radiologists, clinical and support staff, and through the use of high-quality medical imaging equipment.
Qscan offers their services throughout from different locations in South East Queensland. View their clinics’ locations here.
Now Leasing
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College Junction has now launched their leasing campaign. The dual street frontage and multi-pedestrian access points, along with excellent signage and branding will help the tenants have a maximum exposure to the commercial market. The ground floor, ranging from 151 metres to 311 metres, will be dedicated to health food cafes and delis, pharmacies, and small fitness and health centres.
For further information and details on tenancy, click here.
Right after Ekka hits Brisbane, Mekka Wednesday will hit the Doomben Racecourse in Ascot on the 16th of August. It will be another holiday filled with live entertainment and heart-stopping live races. Soak in the festival vibe amongst the pumping crowd during this epic party at the races.
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Tkay Maidza will headline the Main Stage performances. Young Franco and Kuren will also heat up the stage with their music and performances.
Fashion on the Field is back this year! Dress to impress and be crowned as the King and Queen of the Track. Everyone can walk the trackside catwalk for free. Just head to the registration desk, sign up, and grab your contestant number.
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At this event, even the food will be trendy! Food trucks will offer the tastiest options, including Hogs Breath Cafe and The BBQ Joint. Pop-up bars keep your thirst at bay.
Pamper stations, where you can re-touch your hair and makeup, will be available for free. It’s not easy to look selfie-ready all the time, while partying and having all the fun.
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Here are some of the important details you need to remember before heading to the Mekka Wednesday.
Tickets
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General Admission is $40 per head for tickets that bought online. Buy tickets online and save on gate prices. Avoid the hassle of queueing up at the site.
Trackside Private Marquee tickets ($70 per head) and Private Suites tickets ($190 per head) are still on sale, but VIP Party tickets are already sold out.
Doomben gates will open at 11:00 a.m. and will close at 5:00 p.m. There will be enough time to take in the entertainment and take in some refreshments before the first race, which is scheduled to begin at 12:34 p.m. The last race is at 4:38 p.m.
Transport
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On event day, there will be some changes on the timetables of both trains and buses. Visit the Translink Journey Planner for detailed timetables.
The bus heading to Doomben is the Route 301 bus. You can catch the bus at Sandgate Road at Noble Street, Stop 31/30 on Clayfield and get off at Nudgee Road at Hampden Street, Stop 33 on Ascot. The bus stop is only a two-minute walk away from the racecourse.
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Traveling via train will only take 6 minutes from the Clayfield Station to the Doomben Station, which is only a five-minute walk to the racecourse.
There are taxi ranks at the Hampden Street, while the Uber pick-up and drop-off point is at the the Gate 2 Float Car Park.
Parking
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All car parking is free. Public car parking is accessible via Gate 2 on Nudgee Road at Doomben Racecourse, while the disabled parking spaces are at the Gate 5 car park.
The Doomben Members Infield car park on Gate 2 is the only open member car park. A BRC membership card should be presented upon entry.
The Kalinga Dash is back this year. Mark your calendars, Ray White Clayfield will bring another Kalinga Dash on Sunday, the 13th of August. The Kalinga Park will be filled with races, food and drinks, market stalls, and kiddie and adult entertainments.
Pets are not allowed on any of the courses to avoid course congestion and ensure the safety of the participants.
Long & Short Courses
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The 7.5-kilometre Long Course is a two-loop course, while the 4.2-kilometre Short Course is a one-loop course. Both races will start and finish on the Diggers Drive in Kalinga Park.
The safety briefing will commence at 7:45 a.m. and the race will start at 8:00 a.m. Cut-off times will apply to this course; participants are required to exit the course if not finished by 9:30 a.m.
Kids’ Dash
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The Kids’ Dash is a new race that was designed to encourage children to participate and be active. Parents and guardians with registered children under 8 years of age should register to accompany their children around the course.
The race will start at 10:00 a.m. with start and finish points at the Diggers Drive. There will be no cut-off time for the Kids’ Dash, so every kid will get a chance to have a finisher medal.
Although there is already a dedicated course for the kids, children 8 years and older can still register for the other courses. Parents should sign a waiver stating that the child is physically fit and capable to run on the courses.
Registration
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The “Early Bird” promo already ended last 30th of June, while the online pre-registration will end on 10th of August.
Limited registrations will also be accepted on the day of the race at 7:00 a.m. For the long and short courses, the registration will close at 7:30 a.m., while for the Kids’ Dash will close at 9:15 a.m.
Munch
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Although the Kalinga Dash is one of the biggest fun runs in Clayfield, there are other activities scheduled for the day.
A variety of food stalls will serve BBQs, egg rolls, healthy and vegan snacks, cakes and sweets, and “sno-cones”. All of the proceeds will go to the Eagle Junction State School P&C Association for the benefit of the students.
Fun
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This family fun day will have adult and children entertainments. The Eagle Junction State School will once again host the Side Show Alley. There will be stalls that will keep the little ones entertained.
The rides will keep the kids busy. Kids will sure enjoy the jumping castles, giant slide, and tea cup ride. The older kids (and adults) will surely engage with the new rides and games including the Sizzler, Lazer Tag, Dodgem Cars, and Footy Shoot Out.
Ride armbands can be purchased when you register for the Kalinga Dash for $20 before the online pre-registration closes and for $25 on the day.
