EASTER AND ANZAC DAY HOLIDAY TRADE

Plan ahead this holiday period. Please see below for the centre and selected retailer trading hours. Some stores may open outside of centre hours—check directly with individual retailers for the most up-to-date information.

Centre Trading Hours

Good Friday (18 April)
Centre: Closed

Easter Saturday (19 April)
Centre: 9:00am – 5:00pm
Woolworths: 7:00am – 10:00pm

Easter Sunday (20 April)
Centre: Closed

Easter Monday (21 April)
Centre: 10:00am – 4:00pm
Woolworths: 7:00am – 10:00pm

ANZAC Day (25 April)
Centre: Closed

Good Friday – Selected Retailers Open

While the centre is closed, the following retailers will be trading:

Seafood Delight: 6:00am – 7:00pm

Fresh 4 Less: 6:00am – 10:00pm

The Kebab Shop: 12:00pm – 1:00am

Chester Traders: 8:00am – 7:00pm

Manoush Café & Bakery: 8:00am – 6:00pm

Niko Niko Sushi: 10:00am – 7:00pm

Easter Sunday – Selected Retailers Open

Chester Square Pharmacy: 9:00am – 3:00pm

Fresh 4 Less: 6:00am – 10:00pm

The Kebab Shop: 12:00pm – 1:00am

Chester Traders: 8:00am – 7:00pm

Manoush Café & Bakery: 8:00am – 6:00pm

Niko Niko Sushi: 10:00am – 7:00pm

ANZAC Day – Selected Retailers Open

Chester Square Pharmacy: 10:00am – 4:00pm

Fresh 4 Less: 6:00am – 10:00pm

The Kebab Shop: 3:00pm – 1:00am

Chester Traders: 8:00am – 7:00pm

Manoush Café & Bakery: 8:00am – 6:00pm

Niko Niko Sushi: 10:00am – 7:00pm

Paradise Homewares: 1:00pm – 7:00pm

Individual Retailers: Trading hours may vary—please check with specific stores for details.

This Easter, use up Cadbury Caramilk hot cross buns in this easy chocolate mug cake recipe.

Ingredients

1 Cadbury® Caramilk® hot cross bun, split in half

1/4 cup self-raising flour

1/4 cup brown sugar

2 tbs cocoa powder

1 free range egg

1/4 cup milk

2 tbs mini marshmallows

2 tbs chocolate fudge topping

1 can whipped cream

2 chocolate-shaped Easter bunnies

4 mini Easter eggs

4 raspberries

1 tbs icing sugar

Directions

Step 1

Place the base of the hot cross bun in the base of a 11/2 cup (375ml) microwave-safe mug.

Step 2

Combine flour, sugar and cocoa powder in a medium bowl. Whisk egg and milk in a jug, then add to dry ingredients. Whisk egg mixture until combined and smooth.

Step 3

Pour egg mixture into prepared mug. Top with half of the mini marshmallows. Microwave on high for 11/2 -2 minutes, or until a bamboo skewer inserted into the centre comes out clean.

Step 4

Meanwhile, toast remaining bun top.

Step 5

Top mug cake with half of the chocolate topping, then remaining mini marshmallows and chocolate topping. Decorate with whipped cream, chocolate bunnies, Easter eggs and raspberries. Top with toasted half of hot cross bun. Serve dusted with icing sugar.

Reference: https://www.woolworths.com.au/shop/recipes/hot-cross-bun-mug-cake

Your guide to HOPPY SHOPPING!

The season of chocolate eggs, fresh flavours, and festive fun is here! Whether you’re searching for the perfect Easter outfit, a delicious cocktail recipe, or the freshest fruits for your holiday feast, you’ll find everything you need right here.

From adorable Easter treats for the kids to simple yet stunning recipes, Chester Square Shopping Centre is your one-stop shop for all things Easter!

Hop in for the best deals and egg-stra special finds! 🛒✨

Modest & Marvelous

Easter calls for effortless elegance, and Modelle has the perfect looks to match! Think flowy pastel dresses, classy layering pieces, and chic yet comfy ensembles—all designed to keep you stylish and at ease.

Sweet Surprises and treats…

The Easter bunny’s done the hard work—now it’s time for the fun! From classic choccy eggs to indulgent seasonal treats, Woolworths has everything you need for the ultimate egg hunt.

The Bun That’s Won Easter: Hot Cross Buns

Soft, spiced, and irresistibly good—hot cross buns are the ultimate Easter treat! Whether you go for the classic fruit-filled version or a chocolatey twist from Woolworths, there’s a bun for every craving.

Easter Magic Awaits!

The Easter season is all about delicious bites, joyful moments, and fun-filled celebrations—and we’ve got everything you need! Whether you’re baking up a storm, shopping for goodies, or planning a festive feast, the perfect Easter starts here.

And now, it’s time for the ultimate surprise… A furry friend is making their way to the centre! 🐇✨

Click below to see who’s hopping in!

Join us for a joyous and cultural celebration of Eid at Chester Square! Enjoy free henna art, captivating drumming performances, and a special Iftar Grazing Box Workshop.

🕰️ Time: 11am - 2pm
📅 What’s On & Event Dates:
Henna Art & Cultural Drummers – 29 March
Iftar Grazing Box Workshops – 29 & 30 March

📍 Location: Chester Square

Event Highlights

📅 LET US KNOW YOUR COMING
Gather your family and friends, immerse yourself in the festivities!

EXTENDED TRADING HOURS

This Ramadan, we’re here to make your shopping experience even more convenient. Enjoy extended trading hours to shop for all your Iftar and Eid essentials at your leisure.

Individual retailers trading hours may vary. Please check with specific store for their trade.

Okay, so you’ve heard of the tequila sunsrise, but now it’s time to meet its sophisticated older sister. The tequila sunset features crème de cassis (or blackberry liqueur), giving it a distinctive moody sunset colouring. This twist on the tropical classic uses coconut tequila as the star for a decadent coco-berry combo. Enjoy at golden hour (or any hour for that matter).

Ingredients

• 50ml Cazcabel Coconut Tequila from BWS - Chester Square

• 100ml fresh orange juice

• 15ml crème de cassis (or blackberry liqueur)

• Ice cubes

• Orange wedge for garnish

Method

1. Fill a glass with ice and add the Cazcabel Coconut Tequila and orange juice. Stir gently to combine.
2. Slowly pour the crème de cassis over the back of a spoon or down the side of the glass, allowing it to settle at the bottom to create the sunset effect.
3. Garnish with an orange wedge to complete the look.

🌙 Iftar just got a whole lot better with tender, juicy chicken wings and a creamy dipping sauce to match. The perfect way to bring everyone together after a day of fasting—easy to make and even easier to enjoy.

Ingredients

1.40kg Woolworths RSPCA Approved chicken wings

1/3 cup Mr Chen's teriyaki sauce

500g Woolworths prep set go frozen stir-fry mixed vegetables

1 cup Woolworths white long-grain rice

1/4 bunch spring onions, thinly sliced

2 tbs Woolworths sweet chilli mayonnaise

Directions

Step 1

Preheat oven to 220°C/200°C fan-forced. Place chicken wings in a large baking dish lined with baking paper. Drizzle with ¼ cup sauce. Toss to coat. Bake for 30 minutes or until golden.

Step 2

Meanwhile, cook vegetables in a large 20cm (base measurement) saucepan of boiling water for 2 minutes or until just tender. Drain, place in a separate bowl and cover to keep warm.

Step 3

Using the saucepan, cook rice according to packet directions. Add vegetables and half of the onion to rice. Season.

Step 4

Drizzle chicken wings with remaining sauce. Sprinkle with remaining onion. Serve with rice mixture and mayonnaise.

Reference: https://www.woolworths.com.au/shop/recipes/teriyaki-chicken-wings-with-sweet-chilli-mayo

Exciting new gadgets have landed at Chester Phones! 🎉

Check out their latest arrivals:

• Popoto Instant Cameras – Capture memories in an instant!

• Massage Guns – Relieve tension and recover like a pro.

• Eye Massagers – Relax and rejuvenate tired eyes.

• Bluetooth-enabled Sunglasses – Stylish and smart.

• Bluetooth-enabled Rings – Track your heart rate and steps effortlessly.
  

Upgrade your tech game today!

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✨ Chester Phone’s Ramadan Sale is here! ✨

Celebrate the season with unbeatable deals at Chester Phones.

OFFER:

💨 20% OFF all handheld fans – stay cool all day long!
🎤 Up to $50 OFF karaoke systems – sing your heart out!
🔊 10% OFF palm-sized Bluetooth speakers – keep the tunes pumping!

Hurry, these limited-time deals won’t last forever! 🏃‍♂️💨
T&Cs apply. Not valid with other discounts.

The Man on a Mission to Rate Sydney’s Best Kebabs

By day, Oktay Sahin crunches numbers as a banking risk analyst. By night, he’s Sydney’s go-to kebab connoisseur, taking on the ambitious challenge of rating every kebab shop in town. With nearly 100 reviews under his belt and a detailed ‘Kebab-alogue’ to track his findings, he’s on a mission to—quite literally—make kebabs great again!

So, what makes a kebab truly top-tier? According to Oktay, it all comes down to four things:

1. Meat

According to Oktay, making sure you have a good kebab meat supplier is key to a great kebab. Good kebab meat shouldn’t be dripping in oil, but it shouldn’t be too dry either.

2. Salad

The fresher, the better. Whether it's a simple shredded lettuce or a Lebanese tabouli, your salad should be crisp, crunchy and fresh.

3. Bread

The type of bread used can either make or break a kebab – literally. According to Oktay, while Lebanese bread is a popular option, if it isn’t fresh it can be prone to drying out and cracking. For the best kebab experience, Oktay says Greek pita is the way to go.

4. Sauce

Whether you’re a tomato and bauce, or a garlic and hot sauce kind of person – we can all agree, the worst kind of kebab is one drowning in sauce.

If you haven’t tried it yet, consider this your sign to grab a kebab from The Kebab Shop and taste what all the hype is about!

The Official Review: Watch Now!

Reference: https://www.dailytelegraph.com.au/newslocal/liverpool-leader/the-ox-show-tiktoker-oktay-sahin-is-on-a-mission-to-rate-every-kebab-in-sydney/news-story/83e7b16cdc320c1c5a1900408014f57b?giftid=znkeneFQXD

Now it's your turn! Head to The Kebab Shop and taste the difference for yourself!

Ditch the packaging when you pack a lunch box

What is nude food, and how do you go about packing kids off to school with a delicious lunch box that supports a healthy planet? Here are some top tips to unpack the term ‘nude food’, along with some tasty lunch-box ideas to get you started.

Recipe: https://www.woolworths.com.au/shop/articles/nude-food-lunch-box

Sharetea’s new Kid’s Range has arrived, and it’s a total game-changer! 🧋✨ With 12 delicious, caffeine-free drinks, it’s all about big flavours for little taste buds. Perfect for keeping the kids happy and maybe sneaking a sip for yourself!

Little hands deserve big sips of happiness! Stop by Sharetea – Chester Square and treat them to a sip-sized delight!

Celebrate love with these charming, heart-shaped ravioli bursting with the comforting flavours of roasted pumpkin and aromatic sage. Perfect for an extra special homemade Valentine's Day meal.

Ingredients

375g Woolworths washed and ready to cook pumpkin cubes

5ml extra virgin olive oil cooking spray

1/4 cup walnuts, coarsely chopped

80g goats cheese

1 free range egg, separated

1/4 tsp nutmeg

300g egg wonton wrappers

100g unsalted butter

1 bunch sage, leaves picked

10g parmesan, finely grated

Directions

Step 1

Preheat oven to 200°C/180°C fan-forced. Line a large baking tray with baking paper. Place pumpkin on prepared tray and spray with oil. Roast for 30-35 minutes or until tender. Add walnuts in the last 5 minutes or until lightly toasted. Mash pumpkin with a fork, then transfer to a bowl and stand for 5 minutes to cool slightly. Stir in goats cheese, egg yolk and nutmeg. Season with freshly cracked black pepper.

Step 2

In a small bowl, lightly whisk egg white. To make ravioli, take one wonton wrapper, brush with egg white and top with another wonton, pressing down to secure. Repeat this step using 2 more wrappers. Spoon 1 tsp pumpkin mixture onto the centre of 1 wonton stack. Then top with second wonton stack, pressing down to release any air, and seal. Using a 6cm heart-shaped cookie cutter, cut out a heart from wonton. Transfer to a plate, cover loosely and repeat the process with remaining mixture, egg white and wonton wrappers.

Step 3

Bring a large saucepan of water to the boil. Cook pasta, in batches, for 45 seconds or until cooked and starting to float.

Step 4

Meanwhile, melt butter in a large frying pan over medium heat. Add sage and cook for 20 seconds or until sage is crispy. Using a slotted spoon, transfer sage to a plate lined with paper towel to drain. Continue to cook butter until it begins to bubble and brown. Stir in roasted walnuts.

Step 5

Using a slotted spoon, drain pasta and transfer to the pan with 2 tbs cooking water. Coat pasta with hot butter sauce. Stir in half of the sage and cook for 1 minute. Divide pasta mixture between bowls. Top with parmesan and remaining sage. Season with freshly cracked black pepper.

Reference: https://www.woolworths.com.au/shop/recipes/valentines-day-roast-pumpkin-and-sage-heart-ravioli

Skip the guesswork and find a gift that truly resonates. This guide is packed with creative and meaningful options to make your Valentine’s Day unforgettable—no stress, just love.

Romantic and Relaxed

Indulge in a Little Self-Love

Thoughtful Tokens for Your Someone Special

Relaxed Night In, No Fuss Needed

Turn Your Kitchen into a Date Night Spot

Gift ideas checked off? Time to relax and look forward to a day filled with love and appreciation. It’s the little thoughtful gestures that truly make the difference.

PUBLIC HOLIDAY TRADE

Chester Square Shopping Centre Trading Hours

📅 Sunday, 26th January & Public Holiday Monday, 27th January
🕙 10AM - 4PM

Woolworths: Open 7am until 10pm, as usual.

Individual Retailers: Trading hours may vary—please check with specific stores for details.

Get school-ready without the fuss! Back to school doesn’t have to be chaos, so we’ve rounded up tips, tricks, and essentials to help parents and kids feel prepped and ready for the year ahead.

Back to School Glow Up

Gentle Care for Little Ones

Desk Essentials

Lunch Box Heroes

Make their first day back extra special with all the must-haves they're buzzing about! Sort everything from health needs to fresh snacks, plus grab those classroom essentials they've been eyeing off. We're here at Chester Square Shopping Centre to make your back-to-school prep feel like a breeze!

Nothing beats an Aussie celebration! ☀️ From morning beach swims to afternoon barbies with friends, Australia Day is about those perfect summer moments we share together. Time to soak up the sunshine, make memories, and celebrate the Australian spirit!

Shopping's sorted with all the Australia Day essentials under one roof at Chester Square Shopping Centre! Grab your snags, flags and everything in between without running all over town!

Step into summer with Modelle’s latest collection - where breezy designs meet effortless confidence. Fresh, stylish, and perfect for those sunny days ahead!

Modelle is a high street modest clothing fashion brand in Australia. They have a wide range of branded & elegant collections of modest & conservative clothing.

The best part about this tandoori chicken curry is that it can be whipped up in one tray. Serve it with naan for a dinner worthy of any table.

Ingredients

400g canned diced tomatoes

1/2 cup salt-reduced chicken stock

1/3 cup tandoori paste

270ml coconut milk

1kg chicken thigh fillets, fat trimmed (each cut into 3 pieces)

1 brown onion, cut into thin wedges

1 cup Woolworths long-grain rice

1/2 lemon, juiced

60g baby spinach leaves

1/4 cup dry roasted cashews, roughly chopped

Method

Step 1

Preheat oven to 220°C/200°C fan-forced.

Step 2

Combine tomatoes, stock, paste and milk in a 25 x 31cm (5cm deep) baking tray. Stir in chicken and onion. Bake for 30 minutes or until chicken is cooked through.

Step 3

Remove tray from oven. Add lemon juice and three-quarters of the spinach. Season with pepper. Stir to combine. Bake for a further 5 minutes or until spinach has wilted.

Step 4

Scatter over cashews and remaining spinach. Serve with rice.

Reference: https://www.woolworths.com.au/shop/recipes/chicken-curry-traybake

Want to learn how to make Malty Bourbon Whip cocktail? Prepare this delicious Bourbon cocktail with easily available ingredients like condensed milk, chocolate malt, and almond milk by following these simple steps.

Here’s what you’ll need:

30ml Basil Hayden Bourbon Whiskey from BWS

2 heaped tbsp chocolate malt, plus extra to garnish

1 tbsp sweetened condensed milk

200ml thickened cream

150ml almond milk

Double shot espresso

Here’s how to make it:

1. To a bowl add chocolate malt, sweetened condensed milk and cream. Beat until soft speaks.

2. Add ice to a tall glass. Top with almond milk, espresso and Basil Hayden Bourbon Whiskey. Spoon over whipped milo mixture.

3. Dust extra extra chocolate malt on top.

Snag Basil Hayden Bourbon Whiskey from BWS - Chester Square.

Simple, elegant, and oh-so-sparkly, the Chambord Spritz is the ultimate crowd-pleaser!

With the rich, black raspberry flavours of Chambord Liqueur paired with the crisp effervescence of sparkling wine and the brightness of fresh raspberries, this cocktail is perfect for any celebration. Effortlessly classy and quick to make, it’s the sip you’ll keep coming back to.

Ingredients

• 15ml Chambord Liqueur from BWS - Chester Square

• 3-4 Raspberries

• Sparkling Wine / Prosecco

Method

1. Add Chambord Liqueur to a champagne flute

2. Drop in raspberries

3. Pour over the sparkling wine

TRADING HOURS

Plan your festive shopping with ease! Check out Chester Square's Christmas trading hours and make the most of the season.

Christmas Eve
December 24th: 9am-5:30pm

Christmas Day
December 25th: Closed

Boxing Day
December 26th: 10am-4pm

New Year’s Eve
December 31st: 9am-5:30pm

New Year’s Day
January 1: 10am-4pm

Individual retailers trading hours may vary. Please check with specific store for their trade.

Topped with whipped cream, fresh raspberries and chopped Tim Tams, this no-bake, gluten-free Tim Tam cheesecake screams easy, decadent dessert.

Ingredients

• 200g Woolworths dark chocolate, broken into squares

• 3 pkt Arnott's gluten-free Tim Tam

• 600ml thickened cream

• 563g Woolworths cream cheese, at room temperature, chopped

• 3/4 cup icing sugar mixture

• 125g raspberries

Directions

Step 1

Grease and line the base and side of a 19cm-round springform pan with baking paper. Melt chocolate in a small microwave-safe bowl in the microwave for 30 seconds. Stir and repeat, in 20-second intervals, until smooth. Set aside to cool slightly.

Step 2

Remove Tim Tams from packets so you have 21 in total. Place 15 Tim Tams around the side of the pan, with the flat side of the biscuits facing inwards. Trim one-third off 1 Tim Tam lengthways to fill the final gap of the pan. Reserve trimmed Tim Tam for later. Break the remaining 5 Tim Tams into quarters and use a stick blender to process until a paste forms. Transfer to a small bowl. Add 1 tbsp of melted chocolate and mix until well combined. Spoon into pan and spread evenly over base. Place in the fridge to chill.

Step 3

Pour 1 cup cream into a small bowl. Using an electric beater, beat cream until soft peaks form. Set aside. Reserve 1 tbs of the icing sugar mixture. Place the remaining icing sugar mixture and cream cheese in a large bowl. Beat until well combined. Add remaining melted chocolate and beat until well combined. Add half of the whipped cream and using a large metal spoon, fold into the cream cheese mixture until partially combined. Fold in the remaining whipped cream until well combined. Spoon one-third cream cheese mixture into the prepared pan. Using the back of a spoon, smooth the surface. Repeat, in 2 batches, with the remaining mixture. Smooth the top. Place cheesecake in the fridge to set overnight.

Step 4

Remove the cheesecake from the fridge. Finely chop reserved trimmed Tim Tam. Using an electric beater, beat the remaining cream with the reserved icing sugar mixture until soft peaks form. Release the cheesecake from the pan and transfer it to a plate. Top with whipped cream, raspberries and chopped Tim Tam. Serve.

Reference: https://www.woolworths.com.au/shop/recipes/gluten-free-tim-tam-cheesecake

✨ Christmas magic is in Chester Square! ✨

This Christmas, we have a sleigh-full of fun in store for you!

Discover the magic of Christmas at Chester Square! We've got some exciting festivities to get you in the holiday spirit.

See below for the exciting events and activities we have planned:

📮 Win Big This Christmas!

Who wants to win this Christmas? Share your festive wish with Santa for a chance to win one of five $100 gift cards! Plus, every purchase is a bonus entry to win, whether it's your daily coffee or that special gift (the more you shop, the luckier you get).

🎅🏻 Santa’s coming!

Ho Ho Ho! Santa's Heading to Chester Square!

Join us at Chester Square for a Christmas experience to remember! Santa and his Face Painting Elf will be visiting, bringing festive fun for all ages.

🎄🛍️ Your Chester Square Christmas Shopping Guide

Get ready to deck the halls and make this Christmas one to remember! Our Chester Square Christmas shopping guide is packed with inspiration, ideas, and essential tips to make your holiday season stress-free and fun.

Woolworths Burger Range

Burgers have gone from greasy fast food to gourmet legends. Juicy, flavour-packed, and oh-so-satisfying, they’re now a whole new game.

Inspired by these epic creations, Woolworths has crafted an exciting new burger range that brings the restaurant experience to your home. We’ve handpicked 100% Aussie beef, obsessed over the juiciness, and nailed the seasoning to make sure every bite is next-level tasty.

Whether you’re after a crispy smash burger, bold Chuck & Brisket, classic Angus, or a towering stack of flavours, Woolworths has the burger to hit the spot.

Why go out for a legendary burger when you can have one right at home?

Reference: https://www.woolworths.com.au/shop/articles/home-burgers-range

This is not a drill, you can now get six of our flavours at your local Woolworths...and three ice cream cakes!

The range features six delicious new pints inspired by our best-selling in-store flavours:

• Super Vanilla - Vanilla Gelato with Vanilla Fudge - made using their own vanilla fudge with Heilala vanilla 

• Dulce de Leche - Dulce De Leche Gelato - made using Messina-made dulce de leche 

• Pistachio Praline - Fior Di Latte Gelato with their own house-made Pistachio Fudge & Pistachio Praline  

• Hazelnut Praline - Light chocolate Gelato with their own house-made Hazelnut praline and fudge made with hazelnuts from the Messina farm 

• Robert Brownie Jr. - Chocolate Gelato with Milk Choc Fudge & Choc Brownie

• Tiramisu - Tiramisu Gelato with Coffee Syrup

Meanwhile, their cakes will be shaking up the frozen cake sector, with three delectable flavours: 

• Tiramisu - A tiramisu Bavarian cake with layers of coffee-soaked sponge dusted in cocoa powder

• Iced Coco - A coconut & raspberry Bavarian cake with raspberry gel and desiccated coconut on a coconut biscuit base

• Choc Malt - A chocolate malt Bavarian cake with malt fudge, malt chantilly and shaved dark chocolate on a chocolate biscuit base

By working closely with Woolworths, they have developed a range that maintains the honest quality and delicious Messina magic, all while being enjoyed from the comfort of one’s own freezer—no matter where they are.

To launch the new range, they have collaborated with New York-based Australian artist and long-standing friend Jeremyville to create the packaging for the new range. Jeremy developed a series of characters depicting each new flavour, paired with an updated splash of their iconic wallpaper print.

Jeremy was one of Messina’s first customers when they had just one store in Darlinghurst over 20 years ago, and long-term fans will be familiar with Jeremy’s streetscapes that adorn many of their earlier store walls. It felt only natural to bring him along on this journey as they expand and bring Gelato Messina to people's freezers!

Tubs will be $14.50 each and cakes $30.00 each, but everyone knows supermarkets love a good 'special', so they should look out for those too!

Reference: https://gelatomessina.com/blogs/news/messina-tubs-and-cakes-are-hitting-the-shelves-at-woolies

Prostate cancer often grows slowly. Years might pass before some men notice any signs or symptoms – and some men experience no symptoms at all. Here you’ll find out about the most common signs and symptoms of prostate cancer, and learn more about early screening and detection.

Prostate cancer signs and symptoms

Prostate cancer is often a slow-growing disease. It’s commonly found in older men but can affect younger men as well. Some men can go years without noticing any signs or symptoms, especially in the early stages. Others may notice nothing at all.

Its slow growth, and the fact that it may be hard to notice, is why early detection is key. Understanding your risk of prostate cancer, regular screenings like PSA tests, knowing the signs and symptoms of prostate cancer, and talking to your doctor can all make a life-saving difference.

Prostate cancer symptoms (when there are noticeable symptoms) may include difficulty when urinating, things not feeling right during sex (such as trouble getting hard), aches or pains in your hips or pelvis, and bloody urine or semen. Be mindful that noticing symptoms does not automatically mean you have prostate cancer. What it does mean, however, is that it’s high time you check in with your doctor.

When to see your doctor about prostate cancer?

If you notice any of the following signs or symptoms, it’s high time to book a check-up with your doctor. These issues may suggest something going on with your prostate (or the surrounding area) needs sorting out.

Difficulty when urinating. Discomfort or difficulty when urinating. Often this feels like a weak urine flow, the need to go more often than usual, or needing to strain while peeing.

Trouble fully emptying the bladder. The feeling that your bladder isn’t fully empty after urination. Can also take the form of ‘dribbling’ afterwards.

Pain or burning when urinating. Pain, discomfort, or a burning sensation during urination. This is especially important if it happens regularly.

Blood in urine or semen. Blood in your urine is known as hematuria. Blood in semen is called hematospermia. If either happens, book in with your doctor the right way. These symptoms can be caused by something other than prostate cancer, so a proper medical evaluation is needed.

What’s a PSA test? What are PSA levels?

PSA (Prostate Specific Antigen) is a protein. It’s produced by the prostate gland and is found in your blood.

A PSA test is a routine blood test that measures the prostate-specific antigen protein in the bloodstream. Higher PSA levels could mean a range of conditions – including prostate cancer.

It's important to note that an elevated PSA level does not mean someone has prostate cancer. In fact, age, prostate size, medications, infections, and other factors can affect PSA levels in a test. Your doctor is the best person to help you understand what your PSA level means.

Get your health journey started today!

Aya Medical Centre’s GPs understand the unique health challenges men face and are here to help you stay on top of your health. From managing heart disease and respiratory conditions to prostate health and cholesterol, they’ve got you covered. Movember is all about raising awareness around prostate cancer, testicular cancer, and men’s mental health, so remember: early detection is key—especially for men over 50 (or 40 if there’s a family history). Don’t wait. Take charge of your health today!

Reference: https://eu.movember.com/men-s-health/prostate-cancer/signs-and-symptoms

Sounds like a margarita? Kinda is, just with enough Aperol attitude to turn it the same blushing colour our cheeks turn when someone whispers "drinks at mine?". 'Cause we want you to come over and stir this up for all your mates, and us. Boosted with sweet and tangy guava juice and the nutty tones of orgeat, this crimson beauty cocktail is 100% delicious. Just like your happy hour playlist.

INGREDIENTS

• 60ml cup orgeat

• 80ml cup lime juice

• 150ml cups guava juice

• 80ml cup Aperol

• 130ml cup El Jimador Blanco Tequila

• 80ml cup water

• Dehydrated lime/orange to garnish

METHOD

1. Add orgeat, lime juice, guava juice, Aperol, El Jimador Blanco Tequila, and water into a large glass pitcher. Stir to combine.

2. Cover and store in the refrigerator until ready to serve.

3. To serve, pour into a rocks glass, top with ice and garnish with a dehydrated lime.

Find Aperol and El Jimador Blanco Tequila at BWS - Chester Square.

These freakishly fun and flavourful spaghetti and meatball eyes are a must for your Halloween party.

INGREDIENTS

500g lean beef mince

1/4 cup dried packaged breadcrumbs

1 free range egg, lightly beaten

1 small brown onion, finely grated

2 tbs spaghetti bolognese herb blend

5ml extra virgin olive oil cooking spray

110g Woolworths cherry bocconcini, sliced

1/4 cup drained sliced black olives

400g spaghetti

700g Woolworths chunky pasta sauce

1/4 bunch basil, leaves picked

DIRECTIONS

Step 1

Preheat oven to 220°C/200°C fan-forced. Combine mince, breadcrumbs, egg, onion and seasoning in a large bowl. Using a heaped tablespoon as a guide, roll the mixture into 16 balls. Transfer to an ovenproof dish, spray with oil and bake for 10 minutes until browned. Top each meatball with a slice of bocconcini followed by a slice of olive. Return to oven to bake for a further 3 minutes or until the bocconcini has melted slightly.

Step 2

Bring a large saucepan of salty water to the boil. Add spaghetti and cook for 10 minutes or until just al dente. Reserve ¼ cup of water, drain and set aside.

Step 3

Add pasta sauce, reserved water and ½ of the basil to the pan. Heat over a low temperature for 5 minutes or until simmering. Add pasta, toss to coat and remove from heat.

Step 4

Serve spaghetti topped with meatballs and remaining basil.

Reference: https://www.woolworths.com.au/shop/recipes/spaghetti-and-meatball-eyes