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Birthdays! Love ‘em or hate them…..? I know the jury’s out for many of us as we tick off another year notched up on the calendar but I have to say, I’ve always seen birthdays as an opportunity to celebrate and throw a party. What’s age afterall? It’s just a number! So, having organized everyone else’s celebrations in the family in the last couple of months I’m delighted to say that I already have my mid-summer birthday party planned – and have even sourced, although not quite purchased, what I would like to be opening on the day!! Have I told you before that I share my birthday with not only my best friend from, Glasgow who I used to work with (that was always a pretty good celebration in our department!) but also my father in law in Ireland? What are the chances of that! George Michael and Ricky Gervais too and I can actually remember what I was doing the year it was the turn of actress Sheridan Smith to be born – of dear, that makes me feel absolutely ancient. As Spring starts to merge its way into summer, I think we’ve all been enjoying the bursts of really lovely weather lately – no more so than on the day of our annual school May Fair last weekend (16 May). For once, we were delighted that the weather forecasters had got it so wrong and by mid-morning it was absolutely gorgeous and baking hot. Who’d have thought to smoother themselves in sun tan lotion before heading off to the fair (and it therefore wasn’t surprising how many pink faces we saw around New Malden on Sunday!) And whilst planning the weather was out of our hands….it’s not rocket science to work out that when the temperatures soar, so too do the sales of ice creams and Pimms! What a great day it was –raising lots of money for our school through the PTA but also a real pleasure to be opening our doors to many other members of the local community who came along to our first ever ‘Dog Show’ and then later on, to listen to bands and local musicians for the “festival” part of our day. I really hope that those of you with fairs taking place during June are as lucky with the weather and that you also raise loads of funds for your schools and local groups. Look forward to catching up with you all next month. when we’ll be gearing up for Malden Fortnight 2015!!
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New Malden History Saving for a good cause (part 1) by Robin Gill
During the course of the Second World War, the government instigated a number of events to encourage the public to invest in National War Savings which in turn would help fund the war effort. The first of these was called “War Weapons Week” in 1941. Cash could be paid into the local Post Office or bank and converted into Bonds or Certificates which would help the authorities purchase much needed equipment for the troops. Sometimes these could be items with which the public could easily identify like a Spitfire. A target would be set for the whole town and events would be organised for the week to act as incentives. War weapons week New Malden decided to combine their efforts with the neighbouring boroughs of Kingston and Surbiton. The Lord Chancellor Lord Simon announced the scheme on the steps of the Guildhall in Kingston stating that “Your loan is safe to the end of time”. Their target was £350,000 the cost of a destroyer but as the saying of the time went “Two would be better, three would be fine.” The public were told they were becoming
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investors or shareholders in The British Empire. Every road had a savings group (an idea that originated in Old Malden and spread throughout the country) that the public were encouraged to join. Businesses, schools, and clubs also had groups The borough had a packed programme which covered the last week of January. Starting with the opening ceremony at the council offices, including an inspection of the guard of honour (Home Guard and Auxiliary Fire Service {AFS] by the Mayor Alderman Wagner and the local MP Admiral Sir Percy Royds. This was followed on the Sunday by a Civic Church Parade beginning in South Lane and ending at Christ Church via Malden Road, where the service was led by the Rev Arthur Habershon. The Mayor was in attendance again, together with members of the corporation, Home Guard, whose drum and bugle band led the procession, along with machine and Bren guns. Lorries, ambulances, and a hundred ARP wardens and messengers on bicycles took part alongside rescue squads and casualty services, with members of the Red Cross and the St John Ambulance Brigade. Tuesday morning saw the Band of the East Surrey Regiment playing outside the Council Offices. On Wednesday, the Mayor toured the borough’s school addressing
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speaker, and the library held an exhibition of war relics, photographs and cine films. The Mayor also agreed to give a savings certificate to any baby born during the week.
the children about the benefits of savings, asking them to write an essay on what they were doing for War Weapons Week; also the “Cinema Van” showed topical films in the playground. During the week there were whist drives to raise funds. Friday lunch time would see a further parade through the streets by the military including a tank which started in Blagdon Road. There would also be an exhibition of a captured Messerschmitt on Plough Green. The week would finish with the Cinema Van and Loud Speaker Car touring the area, rounding off with a “Concert of Local Talent” at the Institute (St John’s Church Hall) organised by Coun E.W. Jones. Throughout the week there would be special films at the Odeon with a local
By the Friday, the three boroughs had raised £510,000 from a total population of 130,000 and it was decided that the post offices in the area would stay open until 6.30pm on the Saturday so that savings stamps and certificates could be bought, resulting in long queues. By the end of the week £687,415 had been realised, bearing in mind the boroughs had had only three weeks notice of the event. Typical of the generosity of the public from Malden, was an elderly lady who paid in £50 but refused to take any certificates, and would not give a name or address, wanting the money to “go towards winning the war.” There was also a letter from a boy aged ten enclosing £1 10s 4d (£1.52 pence) which he raised giving cinema shows in his Dad’s garage. Warship week The following year (1942) the savings scheme was entitled “Warship Week”. Malden who this time had decided to go it alone, had a target of £70,000 (cost of a motor torpedo boat) and as this was a “Naval Campaign” the appeal commenced on 7th March with a naval exhibition at the library, opened by
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the Mayor Alderman Wagner accompanied by Commander Norman Holbrook VC who lived at Four Acres (opposite Marymount in George Road Coombe). Commander Holbrook had won his Victoria Cross in 1914 whilst in command of a submarine in the Dardanelles. Adults and supervised children were able to manipulate guns from a bomber and a gun turret. Naval personnel explained the operation of depth charges, and how to don diving gear. The Met Police Band played outside the council offices, before the local MP officially opened the week with the Home Guard providing a guard of honour. A three mile race between the Belgrave Harriers, Home Guard, and Police then took place starting and finishing at the offices. Another march involving 800 troops and vehicles then started from Cambridge Avenue and proceeded to the Council Offices by a route involving Woodside Road, Clarence Avenue, Dickerage Lane, Kingston Road, Westbury Road, Nelson Road, South Lane, Sheephouse Way, and Malden Road, where they would be welcomed by the Free French Band. There was a ball held at the Worcester on the Wednesday attended by the Mayor and Mayoress and over 200 guests, music was provided by the Skyrockets RAF Band. Another dance organised by the Home Guard was held at Courtlands on Friday, again attended by the Mayor and Mayoress with music by Len Shaw and his band. Various competitions were held on the site of the Plaza Cinema which had been burnt down on 27th December 1936 (now McDonalds). One idea was a painting of a motor torpedo boat which had to be covered with six penny pieces, this and other events organised by the ARP proved to be a great success, along with various whist drives. Entry to some of these events did not even require money. A dance held by the fire service at the Columbia Recreation Ground (Manor Park) cost 7lbs
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of waste paper to gain admittance. This was then used for salvage. Then there was a stirrup pump competition organised by the fire dept won by residents of King Henry’s Road. A stirrup pump was a necessity in all areas after a fire and possible damage to water mains. By the end of the week £312,000 had been raised enough for four MTBs. This was announced by loud speaker to a large crowd assembled outside the council offices, and followed by a general salute and fanfare played by three members of the Home Guard. These men had played a fanfare every evening when the day’s total was placed on the indicator board outside the entrance. Wings for victory week In 1943 the appeal was entitled Wings For Victory Week and Malden’s target was £200,000 the cost of five Halifax bombers. This was the type of aeroplane Cyril Barton VC was flying in March 1944 in the action when he won his Victoria Cross, and which ultimately cost him his life. An exhibition about the RAF was held at the library, opened by Sir Frederick Handley Page whose company manufactured the bombers. He was joined at the council offices by the Mayor and the local MP who witnessed a procession of eight bands and detachments from the services. Of great interest to the children, was the collection of bombs on view at the site of the Plaza. This event was carefully supervised by the wardens of the ARP. Other events on that Saturday (June 12th) was a cricket match between the Civil Defence Services and Pearl Assurance, a dance at the village hall in Kingston Vale, and sports and a cycling gymkhana organised by the National Fire Service at the Columbia Sports Ground. The band of the Horse Guards entertained crowds on Malden Green followed by the Odds and Ends concert party in the evening. The Monday saw a dog show on Malden Green followed by boxing in the afternoon, with a talent show open to all comers in the evening. On Tuesday, the Green was occupied by the band of The Duke of Wellington’s Regiment who gave a concert. Wednesday opened with a baby show on Plough Green with a hundred entries. The winner was 14 months old Peter Withey (he will be drawing his pension now!). This was followed by fancy dress competitions, games, and a talent show all for children judged by Capt Derek McCulloch (Uncle Mac). The final Saturday saw an exhibition of baseball at London University (now Fulham FC) between two
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teams from the United States Air Force. The rules of the game were given out in an on running commentary. The evening saw a dance at Courtlands with music provided by Oscar Rabin and enjoyed by over 200 people. A lemon was put up for auction and raised over £2. As the total figure realised at the end of the week was £230,500, it was possible that Malden and Coombe could fund nearly six Halifax Bombers. So over a three year period the Borough raised over £770,000 enough for four Motor Torpedo Boats Five Halifax Bombers, and the greater part of a Destroyer. Not bad for a town with a population of about 40,000, with a large percentage away involved in the war effort.
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Clubs It’s not just cricket... Unavailability. It’s a 14-letter word, but one that can make a cricket captain – especially in the lower environs of a club – emit a string of four-letter ones probably best left out here. The Saturday game is already challenged on many fronts by the frantic pace of modern life; youngsters without access to satellite television would probably struggle to a put a name to the faces of most of the current England team, although plenty in KT3 might well have heard of KP. Eight hours of weekend cricket is as much an enemy of ‘quality time with the family’/DIY as the pram in the hall is the sombre enemy of good art, as Cyril Connolly had it. Connolly, the literary critic who chronicled his own lengthy efforts to write a good book in Enemies of Promise – would undoubtedly sympathise with the plight down at Malden Wanderers. Talented cricketers we have in abundance – England’s most-capped Test player Alec Stewart (133 caps, trivia fans) cut his teeth on the green, green grass of Cambridge Avenue – but the pressures of work during the
week understandably mean a noon start at Oxted and Limpsfield doesn’t top the list of everyone’s weekend priorities (not even for those in Oxted and Limpsfield). That said, with the first month of the season nearly done, we’ve managed to put out four Saturday sides for every game thus far – not something that can be said of all the county’s club sides. The signs have been generally encouraging, too. Off the pitch the club has been buoyed by the return of some familiar old faces to help out with the look and feel of the ground – breathtakingly bucolic (if you’ve never seen it, you really should come and have a look – it’s a picture), while on it, four new skippers have imbued their respective troops with fresh energy and ideas. Better yet is our burgeoning colts section – arguably the best indicator of any club’s pulse for the decade ahead – the place is alive with scampering kids on Monday, Wednesday and Thursday evenings from as young as four to 15. We have some very impressive young talent coming through. Perhaps some of the current prams in the halls of KT3 hold the future Alec Stewart. We live in hope. For more details of who we are and what we do, visit maldenwanderers.play-cricket.com
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Events V.E. Sunday by Margaret Picot
A few weeks of panic preceded the great day, especially when it came to communication on-line! Weather beautifully springlike, couldn’t have been better. My daughter, Caroline, accompanied me (“carer/chaperone” they said. I said she was a “guest” - I didn’t need caring for, yet!). We’d taken a taxi to New Malden station and another from Waterloo: why not make it special? It’s true, we had quite a way to walk, and - as can be imagined - security was very strict. (By the way, Central Hall let us use their loos!) In the Abbey, I was asked where we’d like to sit, and I said “Must be opposite the band, please” (Welsh Guards). The Queen, the Duke and their sons were there - surprisingly, without the Duchesses. There were many politicians, just finished or just starting. At one point, reading the extensive programme, I whispered to Caroline “I think the Queen must be ill ‘cos she’s not here...”. “You had your head down in the hymns and missed her!” Panic over. It was unusual to see Her Majesty in unfamiliar dark clothing.
Several young people did readings - which was quite touching - including Zoe Churchill, who gave a suitably strong, clear interpretation. A wonderful Marine band led the parade outside the Abbey, followed by a pipe band. I was amazed - and gratified - to see so many people had turned out to see us: clapping, waving, cheering, many holding Union Flags (half of which were the wrong way up!). I waved throughout the whole walk to St. James’s Park, even
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eliciting a cheer at one point (much to Caroline’s embarrassment), and thanked everyone on duty who was within earshot - even the Guards at strict attention. It was a really wonderful experience. The three other ex-Wrens from my Kingston Branch, plus one daughter, were soon lost to us in the crowds - not to be seen again that day. In Horseguards, Prince Charles and the Duchess stood on a small podium - completely isolated - smiling. Nobody seemed to think of bowing or curtseying; We passed the Duchess first -, I smiled and said “Hello” ... didn’t seem to take much notice of Charles in my excitement; but Caroline told me later that he’d put out his hand to shake mine but I was looking away (off to the Tower with her!). Three journalists cornered Caroline and me - one was from the Legion and one from a Chinese publication. We all tottered into the large marquee, blue-carpeted, decorated with “VE” pennants; with round tables covered with white cloths, each for eight; and at our leisure we collected small picnic “hampers” - sturdy, covered with faux wickerwork and decorative braid and handles. These contained a splendid selection of foods: choice of sandwich, pork pie, frittata, mixed salad, lemon cake, fruit and cream trifle; together
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with a bottle of water, refresher pad, knife and fork, large, sturdy table napkin. Soft drinks and wine, tea and coffee were available. To top it all, each hamper contained a commemorative medal. All in all, a good show. (Incidentally, there were some extremely good ‘loos’!) Many stories were exchanged. The day was, of course, all devised by the wonderful British Legion. Incidentally, generous travelling expenses are to be given. At about 4 p.m everyone was ready to leave. I had reminded Caroline - as if it was necessary - that I, a born Londoner, have no sense of direction; and that the return journey was likely to be fraught! And so it was - simply getting to some public transport was stressful. We asked nearly every police officer we could see (and I’d never seen so many on duty), to which we received assorted answers: Of course, many would’ve been drafted in from afar - and I know from my experience in the Met. that it can be difficult! But we made it to Westminster underground eventually, jostling with the hordes. The daughter had a card of some sort, and I, the wonderful Freedom Pass. Although I did, once again, mess things up because on the bus from New Malden station I told her what the fare would be, forgetting that cash is not accepted now! Unfortunately, we happened to have one of the few miseries driving the bus - and I forget how she managed in the end. To be honest, I was fairly exhausted - I think we both were. But what a wonderful day it had been..... I said to some old chaps “See you again in ten years”! I hope Caroline thinks it was worth her travelling from Chester by public transport, for it: She seemed to enjoy it too.
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Community by Bobby Child
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could see what a Good Idea it had been. Kingston and the other local Rotary Clubs continued each year, and are still continuing, but now hundreds of other Rotary Clubs are doing the same – always on the second Wednesday in June – and over 25,000 children up and down the country now enjoy a great day out every year. More than 10,000 Rotarian volunteers make this possible, raising the funds to enable it to happen as well has helping on the day itself. And there’s more! In 1999 a new charity was set up “KidsOut” which has under its umbrella the June Day Out and which itself organises Fun Days and Toy Boxes for children in Refuges, sensory equipment for severely disabled children and “World Stories” for children in their own languages as well as in English. So this Good Idea is celebrating its 25th Anniversary this year, and the Day Out AND the Charity seem surely set for another 25 years, and more. And it started here in our Royal Borough! Congratulations to everyone concerned!!
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The Battle for the Three Unions It may sound like something out of a Tolkien story but the Prime Minister is now, as a result of his dramatic election victory last week, very likely to be facing some key battles but on three different fronts. The first Union which will be getting a lot of attention over the next few months, is that of the European Union and the promised referendum which may be heading towards us earlier than previously expected. This over recent years has been casting a long shadow over the future of the UK economy as potential overseas investors have held back on decisions to invest within the UK on the basis that “in a couple of years you could be outside the tariff wall”. Now of course there are many arguments to and fro about what the UK economy might look like outside the Union, but that really isn’t the issue for many such overseas companies. They see the largest trading block in the world and therefore don’t want to take the risk of finding themselves outside it. As far as they are concerned they see no reason why they should take any further investment risk, so the longer we wait and the longer we dither, the more reasons we give for others to go elsewhere. It is not so much whether your view is pro or anti, but rather the need to just finally make up our minds! So a referendum is likely to be sooner rather than later, but of course that will depend upon any deal that the Prime Minister can get with our EU partners. This then directly leads us to the second Union battle, and that of course is the battle for the Union of the Conservative party. From a small cabal of Mr Major’s now often quoted “bastards” back in 1993, it is understood that the fervent anti EU members have grown quite significantly in numbers. Although a couple crossed the floor over to UKIP, only one, Douglas Carswell, survived the election, with Mr Reckless no doubt regretting his somewhat “reckless” decision to have jumped ship too early. Now however the anti-European Conservative MPs will be sharpening their teeth as they will no doubt have realised their potential power with such a modest Commons majority. From some with reasoned views, to others described as “swivel eyed loons”, they have the opportunity to make the Prime Minister’s euphoria dissipate all too quickly into a repeat of the horrors that the Major administration suffered - even though he had a larger majority. These members are in effect UKIP-Lite, and may mean that Mr Cameron may have to rely upon others for any more pro-European stance if any vote is to be won in the House regarding anything to do with the EU. Some have compared this potential split in the Tories to the actual schism that occurred under Sir Robert Peel and the repeal of the Corn Laws in 1846. As a conservative Prime Minister Sir Robert Peel was only able to achieve the repeal with the support of the opposition Whigs in Parliament, but in
the process had to overcome the opposition of most of his own party - resulting in it being riven for some years. Many critics said he was a traitor to the Tory cause, or “a Liberal wolf in sheep’s clothing” because his final position reflected more “liberal” ideas. Is Mr. Cameron the new Sir Robert Peel?
Then we come to the battle for the third Union, and that of course is the Union of Great Britain and Northern Ireland. The virtual annihilation of the opposition parties north of the Border was an astonishing result. However with a “plaid wash” across the nation, this is going to create a high level of expectations amongst the enthused voters. Populism is a dangerous partner as this year’s adored idol can easily become next year’s false god. Now Ms. Sturgeon has another election to win in 2016, and no doubt she would like to carry the wave of nationalism into that vote as well. However as true devolution starts to ensure that with financial expenditure comes financial responsibility, as tax raising powers mean that the voters will realise that the tax is being ordered, raised and levied by Holyrood and no longer by Westminster. The current situation means though that for the moment the Nationalists rule the roost north of the border, and thus it is for the Prime Minister to tread carefully to ensure that the Union is not to be lost. At some stage there will be another referendum, but hopefully by then the realism that falling oil values and falling carbon fuel production is making a fully independent Scottish nation, although still a viable state, a financially far weaker one than as part of the Union. It is to be hoped that time can take the emotion out of such a sensitive issue and ensure that economic value and logic overcomes misplaced populist pride - a clearly different stance from the pride of a nation with a great history and a great future. Behind all of this though we should also remember that David Cameron has previously announced that this was going to be his final term as Prime Minister. The effect of this won’t necessarily be immediate but rather as the weeks pass his influence as leader will ebb away as future power masters in the party start to vie for support in the upcoming leadership campaign. This will mean that he will increasingly become a lame duck leader with even less control over any of the “revolting” members of his party. It reminds me of a line from the musical Evita - “dice are rolling, knives are out, would-be presidents are all about”. This won’t be a pretty sight especially as the Tories don’t have a good reputation for such changes - there will be much bickering and bitching in the Junior Common Room. Justin Urquhart Stewart is one of the most recognisable and trusted market commentators on television, radio and in the press. Originally trained as a lawyer he has observed the retail market industry for 20 years whilst at Barclays Stockbrokers and developed a unique understanding of the market’s roles and benefits for the private investor
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Book an appointment by calling 0300 123 23 23 St James’s Church Hall, Bodley Road, New Malden KT3 5QE 10th June 2 to 4.30pm 5.30 to 8pm A.F.C Wimbledon Football Club, Jack Goodchild Way, 422A Kingston Road KT1 3PB 21st August 2 to 4.30pm 5.30 to 8pm St Philip, Ruskin Drive, Worcester Park KT4 8LG 10th July 2 to 4.30pm 5.30 to 8pm
Summer Fairs
Sacred Heart School Summer Fair, Saturday 13th June 12-4pm Fairground rides, zorb balls, farm animals as well as tombolas, BBQ, Middle Eastern food, tea and cake, bar, plus much, much more. Raffle with fantastic prizes. Come along and join in the fun. £1 entry for adults, children are free. Sacred Heart School, Burlington Road, KT3 4ND Burlington Schools’ Summer Fair Saturday 27 June, 12pm to 4pm Admission £1 for adults, free for children. Make a note in your diary to come along to the Burlington Infant & Junior Schools’ joint Summer Fair: 12pm to 4pm on Saturday 27 June 2015 (Burlington Road, New Malden KT3 4LT). With plenty of activities for the whole family, make sure you arrive early. Attractions on offer within the extensive grounds include fairground rides, bouncy castles, five-a-side and beat the goalie, tennis, tombolas, face painting, and shopping area. Hungry? Enjoy lunch at the barbecue or international food stalls – children’s lunchboxes also available. And don’t forget to leave some money for the raffle, £10 prize board and silent auction, where a range of fantastic prizes will be up for grabs. Roll up, Roll up for some family fun at Coombe Hill Schools Summer Fair. Kindly sponsored by Coombe Residential, this year’s fair will be held on Saturday 27th June 12-4pm. There’s a toy stall, chocolate, jamjar and teddy tombola’s, BBQ, bar, international food, cakes and refreshments, a bouncy castle and a fantastic raffle with an ipad as the first prize! Bring your swimmers and have dip in our open air pool, plus lots, lots more for all the family. Admission, Adults £1. Kids go free.
entertainment! The Corpus Christi School Association are holding their annual ‘Fayre’ on Saturday 27th June and they will be turning the space around the school into a medieval marketplace. There will be the chance to find out more about the life of a knight in medieval times - how they armed themselves for combat, watch a sword fight and see the weapons for yourselves in a special armoury display. You can also try on a knight’s clothes for size and look inside a medieval camp and find out more about what life was like as a travelling knight. If that wasn’t enough you can try out your jousting skills, see if you can hit the target at the Archery display and give someone a soaking in the stocks! There will also be falconry demonstrations during the afternoon, with the chance to see Eagles, owls and kookaburras in action and get up close to the birds. Other fun and games on offer will be ‘Find a medieval princess’, a coconut shy, lucky dip and shove a ha’penny, treasure hunt, have your photo taken as a king or queen, splat the rat and the not so medieval inflatables! There will be an international theme to the food with Korean, Filipino, Polish and African all on sale alongside the ever popular Corpus Christi BBQ. Although the drinks in the bar won’t be medieval in flavour, there will be a taste of summer with pimms, chilled white wine and beer on offer. There will also be the chance to buy lots of delicious cakes and try your hand at winning some goodies on the jam jar, bottle and children’s toys and games tombolas. Our famous Grand Draw this year has some of the best prizes ever - top prize is an iPad mini and other prizes include a BMX bike, a night for two with dinner and breakfast in a Surrey Hotel, your very own drone and camera, two tickets for a show at the New Wimbledon Theatre, family meals at Nando’s and some fantastic large Lego sets. Tickets will be available to buy on the day. This really will be one of the best Corpus Christi fairs yet so join in the fun at the Ye Medieval Fayre on Saturday 27th June between 12.30 and 4pm at Corpus Christi school, Chestnut Grove, New Malden. Entry is £1 per adult and children are free.
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1. What toy would you need to perform tricks called walk the dog and the cat's cradle? 2. Which game has a name that is derived from a Swahili word meaning "to build"? 3. Named toy of the year for 1998 by the British Association of Toy Retailers, which electronic toy would speak its own language initially before gradually starting to speak more and more English? 4. What colour are the hotels in a standard game of Monopoly? 5. First introduced in the 18th century, what type of puzzles were named after the tool that was used to make them? 6. In which game might you visit Lemonade Lake, Chocolate Mountains, Minty Meadow and Easter Bunny Hills? 7. Which of Andy's toys in the Toy Story films wears a black bowler hat? 8. In a standard game of Battleship, how many ships do you have to sink to win? 9. Which American toy company was founded in 1945 by Harold Matson and Elliot Handler? 10. What is the only non-metallic murder weapon in the game of Cluedo?
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New Malden Rotary Club Where: Malden Golf Club,Traps Lane,When: Monday evenings at 6:15 for 6:45pm Contact: Barry Collins on 07740 257 255 Monday Netball Club When: Mondays 8.30pm Contact: Katie Leason 07910 256107 English Conversation / Lessons For Koreans Where: Christ Church Centre, Coombe Road When: Mondays & Tues, 10.00 am - 12.00 noonAll welcome: contact Chris Coke 020 8942 7388. St James Players Where: St James Bodley Road When: Mondays 8pm.
Tuesdays
Arthritis Care New Malden Branch Arthritis Care Kingston and District Meeting on the 3rd Tuesday of the month at 7.30pm in the evening atAlfriston House Berrylands Road Surbiton Contact : Jocelyn King for further information on 0208 942 6745. The New Malden Ladies Badminton Club When: Tuesday at the Malden Centre from 20.30 till 22.00 We are a mixed ability club looking for new members. Please ring Lynda on 8949 2673 or just pop in. NHS Retirement Fellowship- Local Branch Are you retired or about to retire from the NHS? Why not join us on the 1st Tuesday of every month from 10am -12 at Christ Church Hall, Christ Church Road, Surbiton, KT5 8JJ. We have speakers, activities, coffee & chat.Other outings & activities are also arranged during the month. For further details please contact Lorna on 020 8337 4121. Half Shares We are a group of widows who meet together on the 1st Tuesday of every month. We have a speaker and enjoy a cuppa and a chat. Come and join us at 1.45-3.15pm at Christ Church Centre, Coombe Rd For more details contact Lily on 020 8949 1431. The New Malden Investment Club Our meetings are held on the first Tuesday of the month at the Grafton Club, Grafton Road, New Malden. We do have a few vacancies and new member are always welcome.Contact the secretary on 020 8942 1926 for information. Malden Bridge Club When: Tuesday evenings 7.30 to 10.30pm Where: Graham Spicer Institute, by entrance to Waitrose car park.
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Contact: John 020 8942 7560 for details. New - ACT FOR JUSTICE. Where: New Malden Baptist church; Westbury Road. KT3 5BE. When: The first Tuesday of every month, 8 - 9.30pm. This new group aims to combat human trafficking. We’ll discuss issues of forced labour, sexual exploitation and domestic servitude, raise awareness and fundraise. Contact ellykeevil@hotmail.com
Wednesdays
Malden & Coombe Social Club For The Blind When: Alternate Wednesdays 2pm to 4pm Contact; Mike Ball 02089420819 Volunteer drivers/helpers VERY welcome Royal British Legion Malden & Coombe The Legion meets every second Wednesday afternoon from 2.30pm at the Grafton Club. Any interested parties in joining please contact Samantha Bantonk on 07984-341459.
Thursdays
Every THURSDAY St. John’s Hall is open between 2.00 and 4.00pm for TEA AND CHAT. If you are on your own please feel free to drop in for a free cup of tea and some company. 411 Malden Road (between Worcester Park station and The Plough). 213 Bus stops nearby. Malden Camera Club Where: New Malden Library, Kingston Road When: Thursday evenings throughout the year at 7.45pm Contact: www.maldencameraclub.org.uk Malden Centre Orchestra Where: Malden Centre, Blagdon Road When: 10.00-12.00noon, every Thursday (term time only)Contact: Conductor David Benke on 02087868517. Tolworth Badminton Club Where: Play at Tolworth Recreation Centre When: Club night Thursday evenings 7.30-9.30 Standard: Intermediate/advanced level Contact: tolworthbadmintonclub.co.uk,ring Pat on 0208 395 9175 or just turn up Malden Emergency First Aid Society (Mefas). Members meet each Thursday evening at 7.30pm for First Aid training. New members required. Everyone welcome. Hall available for hire. Contact Christine on 07966661015. Kingston Association for The Blind Lunch Club at The Mefas Hall, rear of Malden Centre, Cocks Crescent, New Malden - for people with a severe sight loss - for a sandwich lunch on the last
Thursday of every month 12.30 to 2.30 pm. The cost is £3 per person and friends or family are welcome. For further details telephone Kerry at K.A.B. 020 8605 0060. Come and join our friendly local bridge club at the Shiraz Mirza hall (behind Norbiton station). We play 24 hands of duplicate bridge - with electronic scoring - every Thursday from 7.30 p.m. prompt. Host system so partners always available. £5 table money. Parking available outside the hall. Also buses and trains from very close by. Contact Rosemary Vase 0208 5468719 or Pauline Finn 0208 549 3270 or just turn up Malden And Coombe Flower Decoration Society At St.James Church Hall Bodley Road WHEN the third Thursday of the month at 7.30 pm. Why not come along to these evenings and dazzle your family and friends with your expertise! Visitors £5 If you would like more details please ring Brenda Faulkner on 0208 337 4492. Malden Wanderers Badminton Club Where:- 22, Cambridge Avenue, KT3 4LE When - 20.30 p.m - 22.00 p.m. We are a friendly club looking for new members. Please contact - Bobby 07946 532 846. New Malden Women’s Institute (WI). Where: Shiraz Mirza Hall, Manor Park Hall, Malden Road, New Malden, KT3 6AV. 2nd Thursday of each month at 7.30 pm Barbara 0208 546 1495 or twocavs@ googlemail.com Kingston Debating Society Don’t just shout at the TV! Come and join us for an evening of civilised debate with friendly like-minded people. We shall be meeting until before Christmas to debate the following motions: Nov 6 Britain should have stayed out of World War I. Nov 13 Unlike America, there is no ‘British Dream’. Nov 20 Further devolution will endanger the Union. Nov 27 Scientist and engineers could govern Britain better than arts graduates. Dec 4 Cyclists should be taxed. Have your first visit free. After that it’s £2 a visit, or £20 for full membership (sixteen sessions a year). We meet at the Kingston Methodist Church Hall , Avenue Road, KT2 5DD, off Fairfield South, Kingston. Come at 7.45 for private business, and then 8.00 for the debate. Hope to see you there!
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Friday Morning Running A mixed group, consisting mainly, but not restricted to, mothers with children in school, meet each Friday morning at 9:50 am in the Pembroke Lodge car park TW10 5HX, for a run of between 3 and 4 miles in Richmond Park. This is a social group of runners with no pressure on ability. New runners are more than welcome (everybody has to start somewhere) and time will be taken to accommodate them. Don’t feel inhibited, come and try us! If you need any further infocall Bob on 07936 240937. RSPB Epsom and Ewell Local group. We meet the 2nd Friday of every month at 7.30, apart from July and August, at All Saints Church Hall Fulford Road, West Ewell with guest speakers who illustrate their enthusiasm on a variety of natural history subjects. We also have several birding outings throughout the year which is arranged to suit all ages. There is a small charge for non-members of the RSPB. rspb.org. uk/groups/epsom. Over 60’s club We meet every Friday at St. James Church Hall. Bodley Road, New Malden from 1pm to 2:30 pm (Doors open at 12:30) We have musical entertainment, a raffle and refreshments. Coach outings are organised during the Summer months. If you would like to join us please contact Sheila on 0208 949 5118 for further information.
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Emanuel Rugby Where: Shannon Corner, KT3 4PU When: Adults Tuesdays and Thursdays,7.30pm, Saturday 2-3pm. Children: Registration at the club is 1030am with training starting at 11am on Sundays emanuelrugby.co.uk info@emanuelrugby.co.uk Fergus McCarthy 0845 8338974 Graham Spicer Snooker Room Availible for hire during the day and evenings. Contact Secretary for availibility on 020 8942 2157. Malden Bowling Club Where: Lime Grove, New Malden Tel: John on 020 8949 4315. Supreme Bowls Club We welcome new bowlers of both sexes, all ages, and all abilities from late April to end of Sept. Come and try bowling for free. We are a friendly club with around 70 members on the Kings College Sports Ground close to Woodies pub at the junction of Thetford Road and Windsor Avenue, New Malden, KT3 5BF. Tel Mick or Di on 020 8942 0294. supremebowling. org.uk. West Wimbledon Society Table Tennis Club Friendly social table tennis club in Raynes Park welcomes new members (sorry not complete beginners). 020 8947 3564. Surbition Bowls Club Alexandra Rec, Tolworth. Open days Sat/Sun 20/21 April from 2.30pm . Roll ups Tuesday evenings from 5:50pm. Small friendly mixed club (35 players.) New members very welcome. David 020 8224 2385. From The Ground Up local affordable organic box scheme - Kingston’s own - fresh organic veg, fruit, bread, cheese and preserves at exceptional price. Collection every Saturday from Kingston or Surbiton. fgu@ttkingston.org for details Surbiton Croquet Club Where: Alexandra Drive, Berrylands. Croquet is a game for all ages and abilities. All welcome at very friendly club, including (especially!) complete beginners. Free introductory croquet coaching sessions. Contact Chris Osmond 020 8330 6698 Malden Manor Bowls Club, Manor Park, Malden Road. New members will be made very welcome. Roll ups, league matches, internal and external competitions; we offer bowling for all levels of interest and ability. Our open day this year will be on 16 May. For further details contact Men’s Secretary Gerald 020 8949 4623 or Ladies’ Secretary Malden Manor Bowls Club Where: Manor Park, Malden Road.
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Care As we’re heading into warmer days, we thought we’d share with you top tips for staying cool and hydrated this summer! 10 tips for staying cool & hydrated 1. Don’t spend long periods sitting or working outside during the hottest time of the day: late morning to mid-afternoon 2. If you’re travelling by car or public transport always take a bottle of water 3. Avoid strenuous activity, and limit activities like housework and gardening to the early morning or evening when it’s cooler 4. When inside, try to stay in the coolest parts of your home. Keep curtains and blinds closed in rooms that catch the sun 5. Keep windows shut while it’s cooler inside than out and open them when it gets hotter inside. If it’s safe, you could leave a window open at night when it’s cooler 6. Wear loose, lightweight, light-coloured, cotton clothing. 7. Take cool baths or showers 8. Splash your face with cool (not very cold) water, or
place a damp cloth on the back of your neck to help you cool off 9. Drink lots of fluid – even if you aren’t thirsty 10. Eat normally – even if you aren’t hungry, you need a normal diet to replace salt losses from sweating. In addition, try to have more cold foods, particularly salads and fruit, as these contain a lot of water What else can you do? Older people and those with health conditions (like breathing problems and heart conditions) can be especially affected by heatwaves and long spells of hot weather. Our Caring Neighbour service can help if you are worried about yourself, a friend or neighbour during the summer months, and think you or they would benefit from a little bit of extra support and help during the summer. Our team can offer more information and advice on staying healthy and hydrated during the summer months, as well as connect you to other services that enable you to live well. If you’d like more information about Caring Neighbour, or to receive a free guide “Staying cool in a heatwave” please call 020 8770 4089 or email centralservicesadmin@ageuksutton.org.uk
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Kids Play
There’s lots going on for pre-schoolers
Monday 10am to 11.30am Tots In Tow St John’s Church, Kingston Road Contact Debbie McCarthy 07887 724139 1.15 pm 3.15pm. St James Tiddlers Group We welcome all parents and toddlers, plus big sisters and brothers when they’re on holidays. St James Church Hall, Bodley Rd Contact Angie: 020 8942 2093 9.15 - 11.15 Stay and Play (0-18 months) - New Malden Children’s Centre, Burlington Road 020 8336 1561. Bumps and Babies under 1 NCT coffee morning, fortnightly Mondays. 10am to 11.30am. The Watchman Pub, New Malden. All welcome. NCT members and nonmembers. For more information and to confirm the next meeting date please contact newmaldennctcoffee@gmail. com Tuesday 10am to 11.45am St Joseph’s Toddler Group St Joseph’s R C Church, Montem Road 9.30am to 11.30am Sparkles United Reformed Church, Cavendish Hall, Cavendish Road Contact Peggy Cox 020 8949 3402 to visit. 9-11.30 Stay and Play New Malden Children’s Centre, Burlington Road 020 8336 1561 Wednesday 10am to 11.30am Tots in Tow (see Monday) 10am and 11.45 ST Joseph’s Toddler Group (see Tuesday). 12.30pm - 3.pm Stay and Play (0 - 5 years) - New Malden Children’s Centre, Burlington Road 020 8336 1561 Thursday 9.45 to 11.30am Methodist Church Parent and Toddler Group Methodist Church, High Street, Contact Julia Morton 020 8942 1288. 9.30am to 12.30pm 9.30 - 12 noon Childminders’ drop in including school holidays, Norbiton Children’s Centre, The Mount School, Dickerage Road, 0208 942 2559 10.30-11am Story Time for age 2.5+ at New Malden Library Friday 9.30am to 11.30am Christ Church Parent and Toddler Group Christ Church, Coombe Road Contact Susie Gregerson 020 8241 9423. 9.45am to 11.15am Tadpoles Parent and Toddler Group New Malden Baptist Church, Kingston Road 020 8942 6912 – not a drop in session so call first. 10.30-11.00am Rhyme Time for age 0-3 at New Malden Library 9-12.Toy Library New Malden Children’s Centre, Burlington Road 020 8336 1561. Also at NMCC Breastfeeding Support Group - 10.00 - 12.00 - first week of the month Twins Support Group - 10.00 - 12.00 - Second and fourth weeks of the month, Tuesday-Friday Parent and Toddler Play Sessions Dickerage Lane Adventure Playground Dickerage Lane, Daniel Slocombe 020 8942 1707, Saturday 10-12noon Who let the dads out is at Norbiton Children’s Centre, The Mount School, Dickerage Lane, New Malden Runs the third Saturday of every month. 10am-12pm Stay and Play - Dads group - - first Saturday of every month New Malden Children’s Centre, Burlington Road 020 8336 1561.VVoice
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Recipe Barbecued rack of ribs Serves: 4 Ready in: 1 hour
Pre-cooking ribs in a pan of simmering water before placing them on the barbecue will ensure meltingly tender meat every time. This method also saves space on the barbecue as the final cooking time with the sauce is much shorter. Serve with a spicy chunky tomato salsa, if liked. 2-3 racks of pork ribs (see Tip) 6 tbsp tomato ketchup 3 tbsp maple syrup 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce 2 tbsp sunflower oil 1 tbsp Dijon mustard 1-2 garlic cloves, peeled and crushed Place the ribs in a large pan and cover with cold water. Bring to the boil then skim off any scum from
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the surface of the water. Reduce the heat, cover and simmer gently for 45 minutes. Meanwhile, place the rest of the ingredients in a pan and bring to the boil. Simmer for 5-10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Season to taste with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Leave to cool. Remove the racks from the pan and drain on a board lined with kitchen paper. Leave to cool for 5 minutes then brush each rack liberally with some of the sauce. Cook the ribs on the edge of a hot barbecue for 1015 minutes, turning and basting with any remaining sauce until the ribs are lightly charred in places. Alternatively, the ribs can be cooked under a medium preheated grill. TIP Most large supermarkets sell racks of ribs or ask your local butcher to prepare them for you. Single ribs will work just as well (you’ll need about 2kg in weight), just reduce the simmering time to about 25 minutes.
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Finance Saving for Children What are the Best Options? By Ann Haldon
Children’s savings accounts provide a great way to build a nest egg for later life, perhaps for driving lessons or to fund a gap year, and are a good way to introduce the subject of money management. Putting some of their pocket money away each week encourages good financial habits, and teaches children the mechanics and rewards of saving - why they might have to wait before they buy something, plus the benefits of gaining compound interest through long-term saving. We look at three savings options below that could be ideal for your child. These are products that incorporate a range of features and benefits, including tax-free status, instant access, and longer savings terms. So let’s start with a product that was first introduced in 2011: Junior ISAs Junior ISAs are available to children under the age of 18 who don’t already have a Child Trust Fund. New legislation has recently been introduced to allow the transfer of monies from a Child Trust Fund into a Junior ISA, however, and this is due to take effect from April 2015.
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contacts’ as far as the bank or building society is concerned. NS&I Children’s Bonds These are tax-free investments that run for a 5-year term. They can be purchased by a parent, guardian, grandparent or great grandparent on behalf of a child, and each ‘issue’ has its own guaranteed rate of interest which is paid at the end of the term. The minimum investment amount for these Bonds is £25, with £3,000 being the maximum amount allowed per issue. Once the 5-year term is complete, bonds can be rolled over for another term, up until the child is 16 years of age. They can be cashed in early, but doing so attracts a penalty of 90 days’ interest. As with the Junior ISA, the money belongs to the child rather than the parent. Interest is calculated daily and added to the account each year, so that the child also benefits from compound interest. Children’s savings accounts These types of account can be opened with as little as £1, with most bank and building societies offering at least one savings account for children. In most cases money can be withdrawn with no notice.
The contribution limit for a Junior ISA is £4,080 for the 2015-16 tax year, and there are two types of account available:
Tax is paid at 20% on children’s savings accounts, but it is normally possible to reclaim the money using Form R40. Better still, use Form R85 to have the interest paid tax-free from the outset. These forms can be downloaded from the HM Revenue and Customs website, or you can pick up an R85 form at the bank or building society holding the account.
• Cash Junior ISA: offering tax-free interest and instant access • Stocks and Shares Junior ISA: cash is invested in stocks and shares, with no tax paid on dividends or capital growth
A note of caution about tax If parents give their child money which subsequently earns interest of more than £100 in a tax year, the money will be taxed as though it belonged to the parent. This rule isn’t applicable to Junior ISAs or Children’s Bonds, however.
Children are entitled to open one of each of these accounts, and although parents or guardians can open and manage them, the money belongs to the child. Withdrawals by children are not allowed until they turn 18, but they can manage their own accounts when they reach 16 years of age.
Once a child reaches the age of seven they may be able to manage the account themselves, which is a great way for them to learn how to deal with their money.
The Junior ISA will be in the child’s name, but parents and guardians opening the account are the ‘registered
• Easy access: the interest rate will probably be lower with an easy or instant access account, but money can be withdrawn or deposited with no restrictions. These
There are two different types of children’s savings accounts, and you can open more than one:
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accounts are popular with children as many of them offer free gifts, including piggy banks and toys. • Regular savings: interest rates will be slightly higher for this type of account, but money is not accessible and you need to make regular monthly deposits into the account. If any payments are missed you may suffer a reduction of interest. Which savings account you choose for your child depends on your own circumstances. The Junior ISA has proven to be very popular, and the new legislation regarding transfer of monies from a Child Trust Fund to a Junior ISA opens up the product to more people. If you asked a child which account they would prefer, it’s highly likely that they would choose whichever one offered a free gift. With this in mind, maybe the best solution is to open one account to keep them happy and another that provides a better rate of interest. www.gov.uk/junior-individual-savings-accounts/open-anaccount wwww.nsandi.com/childrens-bonds
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Community Many ‘New Maldenites’ volunteered at the roving, Temporary Winter Night Shelter Scheme run by the Kingston Churches and overseen by Kingston Churches Action on Homelessness (KCAH). Over 200 homeless people were accommodated in the coldest months of the year. It was fantastic work!
values to bring about positive change. Joel has strong links with St Peter’s Church and the friendship, support and spiritual nurture on offer there.
We only serve fresh, healthy food in the Shelter; fats, sugar and salt is reduced and Guests are encouraged to visit the gym regularly. Finally, we are a supportive Christian community and in a few The Joel Community Trust set up a permanent Bishop Richard with Dan Wheeler the short weeks we aim to give Night Shelter in March 2014, in St Peter’s Church hall, as a spin off from this. Our Night Shelter offers Night Shelter Manager and two of the our guests renewed energy, guests on either side hope and a future as they so much more than just respite from homelessness! move on to more permanent We have a holistic way of working with all those who accommodation. Many of our guests come back and find their way to us. volunteer at the shifts at the Night Shelter Those who have sat their City and Guilds Level 2 Qualification in Health and During the first year of operation we have accommodated Hygiene whilst they were here, come back as shift leaders! 56 homeless people and 44 of these have found longerterm accommodation. The average stay is 7 weeks and the Please contact me if you feel inspired to volunteer or offer average occupancy is 10. In other words, we are always financial support! full! Becky Mills info@joelcommunitytrust.org.uk We have a Manager, Dan Wheeler, a Deputy Manager, Mick Gallagher and a Support Worker, Peter Jeens, who Joel Community Trust Night Shelter all have a real passion for the work. Dan Wheeler is very St Peter’s Church, London Road KT2 6QL experienced in dealing with the marginal and the ‘hard to reach’. He has been the Team leader of the Outreach Team at KCAH. He visited all the rough sleeper sites in the borough daily. He has managed the Oasis Health Centre for Homeless People in London, worked at the Nehemiah Project for drug rehabilitation, held the post of Substance Misuse Outreach Worker for Kaleidoscope, worked as the Deputy Manager of Foyer in Croydon for homeless people, has held the post of Assistant to the Ethnic Minority Development Worker at Disability Alliance London and held the post of Domestic Abuse Group Tutor for the London Probation Trust. He is experienced in many other areas including: addictive behavioural studies, crime diversion through outdoor recreational activities and solution focused therapy. We are truly fortunate to have Gesto Cottage - Isle of Skye him! We couldn’t manage without our other staff and volunteers who are drawn from all walks of life in the local community. Volunteers have to attend training and sign a protocol that has been drawn up by Joel to ensure that staff, volunteers and guests are treated with equal dignity and respect. We put on day-time activities such as football, art sessions, gardening, cooking, English as a Second Language, coaching in IT, and volunteering. A weekly meeting of the guests and staff enable guests to air any issues or conflicts that have arisen during the week. Every 6-8 weeks, there is a more intensive meeting when guests are invited to reflect on their relationships, aspirations and
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Nature Garden Birds by Sarah Harris
May is a super busy time for our garden birds. A walk down ‘The Cut’ in New Malden reveals a frantic toing and froing of adult birds searching out food for their young. Robins and blackbirds seem almost oblivious to we humans right now as we hurry past on our way to the station to catch a train, so focused are they on the task in hand. Unfortunately, the pair of robins I told you about in March that started a very early nest weren’t successful. A cold snap put paid to their four delightful little eggs that were laid in their beautiful nest. It is quite common for nests to fail if they are started too early. The robins will have gone on to build another nest and try again I am sure. In April I noticed a female blackbird diving head first into a mound of climbing rose and honeysuckle growing on an arch in my garden. For three days she was backwards and forwards with mouthfuls of dried grass, moss and finally mud (from one of my waterlogged plant pots!) to cement her nest together. The male was very attentive during this nest building stage and although not directly involved, he made sure she was OK, flying up to his favourite perch and bursting forth with his songs (which may have been entitled, ‘Hands Off My Bird’ and ‘Stay Off My Land’!) Now the pair of them are busy hopping about the lawns in neighbouring gardens, searching out earthworms and other goodies to feed their brood. At first the helpings were small, but over the last week the beakfuls they return with are getting larger as those little mouths get bigger! I am looking forward to fledging day but it also makes me a little nervous. We have a number of cats in our road, and visiting crows of various kinds who are all partial to a young fledgling bird. I trust that most of the cats in my neighbourhood are too terrified to enter my garden as I race out there screaming like a wild banshee (much to the disgust of my children) whenever I see one of those feline critters! (I do like cats by the way, just not at this time of year!) A few years ago I had several fledgling magpies in my garden. They certainly didn’t need protecting! They acted like delinquent teenagers, ripping the roofing felt off my garden shed and generally making
a nuisance of themselves. But they were so entertaining to watch that they fascinated me and I grew to appreciate them. The parents would come and take the crusts of bread I put out. Before feeding it to their young, they would soften it by dipping it in the bird bath. The young magpies, being quick to pick up new skills from their parents but as yet lacking the experience, would copy their actions by dipping the roofing felt into the bird bath before trying to eat it! Magpies are one of my favourite garden birds and surely one of the most intelligent. They are certainly one of the most handsome in my opinion and they seem to know it! I love the way they strut their stuff. Magpies, like all crow species, pair for life. In spring look out for the magpie gatherings on the rooftops that happen just before the breeding season. These are known as ‘magpie marriages’ and it is a time when the paired males and females can display (or flirt as I like to call it) in front of their other halves, and those singletons can look for a mate! This is a crucial part of courtship and strengthens the pair bond for the breeding season ahead. Look out for it next year. Happy birding!
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Gardening Making a pest of themselves By Pippa Greenwood
They might be small but aphids - widely known as greenfly and blackfly - are one of the most common and widespread garden pests, with more than five hundred different species found in the United Kingdom alone. Greenfly and blackfly vary in colour, from green or black to grey, yellow, pink, brown or kaki. The majority are about 2mm long Most damage is done throughout spring and summer but there are aphids feeding somewhere pretty well throughout the year. In sheltered parts of your garden or in greenhouses and conservatories, some can be found even during the cooler winter months. They can breed rapidly and this is often done asexually or without need of a male. For much of the year females are predominant and give birth to huge numbers of genetically identical offspring.
The symptoms they cause include leaf yellowing or other brightly coloured discolouration, puckering, poor growth and stunting. The plant sap on which the aphids feed has an extremely high sugar content; in fact it is so sugary that the aphids cannot digest it all, so their excreta is very sticky and sugary. This is called ‘honeydew’ and you may have noticed it beneath aphid-infested plants. Because it is so sugary, honeydew attracts harmless but unattractive black ‘sooty moulds’.
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On roses there are several species of aphid which may attack, often forming dense colonies on shoot tips, new leaf growth and flower buds. These aphids are mostly green, pinkish or yellowish in colour and up to 3mm long. If vegetables are more your thing then you may see the black bean aphid as it forms dense colonies especially at the shoot tips and beneath the leaves of broad beans in the spring. If you pinch out the aphidencrusted shoot tips on beans the problem is often solved. Another common one is the woolly aphid which attacks apple trees and is also often seen on ornamental Malus such as crab apples, pyracantha and cotoneaster. Colonies of the aphid covered with white, waxy, fluffy fibres develop on the bark, especially near pruning cuts on older stems, or on younger stems where they also cause swellings on the stem. It is pretty well impossible to garden without aphids causing some grief – the best you can do is to reduce their numbers. Encouraging naturally occurring predators such as blue tits, ladybirds, hoverflies and lacewings will all help. In some situations it is also worth introducing biological controls and these
work especially well in an enclosed area such as a greenhouse or conservatory. Aphid predators such as the larva of the midge Aphidoletes and even ladybirds, can all be purchased, as can the tiny parasitic wasp Aphidius. Ladybirds (available from my website, www. pippagreenwood.com) are perfect for using on aphid outbreaks anywhere in the garden from pots and borders to hanging baskets and hedges. The great thing with these is that, once established they will start to breed and add to the natural ladybird population. There are a number of different chemicals (including organic or ‘green’ ones such as those based on fatty acids or plant oils) available for controlling aphid pests too, but not all are suitable for use on every plant, so check the label carefully before buying or using, and always follow the instructions carefully. Visit Pippa’s website www.pippagreenwood.com for ladybirds and other biocontrols to control greenfly, Nemaslug, brilliant weeders, pop-up crop covers, copper tape and lots more besides.
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A Malden Man by Raj Randhawa I’ve been living in New Malden for almost 9 years now and in that time I haven’t really been that involved with the Korean community. We have Korean friends (parents from the school my children attend), we’ve eaten in Korean restaurants, and we shop in the Korean supermarkets. I’ve learned that Korean BBQ (cooked at your table on a charcoal fire) is delicious, as is Bibimbap (the Korean national dish). I know I find the national lager ‘Hite’ a little too light for my taste and I’ve worked out from hearing Koreans greet each other that hello is ‘ann-yeong-haseyo’. But that’s it, that’s all I know. I assume there are a lot of us in New Malden that could do with learning more about our Korean neighbours, so this ones for all of us: Confucian For Koreans, the family is central to their daily lives. In Confucian tradition, the father is the head of the family and it is his responsibility to provide food, clothing and shelter, and to approve the marriages of family members. The teachings of Confucius spell out the position of the individual in Korean society, which is a system of behaviours and ethics that stress the obligations of people towards one another based upon their relationship. Confucianism stresses duty, loyalty, honour, piety, respect for seniority and sincerity. Ancestors Koreans hold their ancestors in the highest esteem hence the popularity of ancestor worship. Ancestral ceremonies are held for the previous three generations (parents, grandparents, and great grandparents) several times a year, particularly on Chusok and New Year’s Day. On Chusok, people cook and set out food to celebrate their ancestors. Kibun Kibun is a word with no literal English translation. The closest words to describe it are pride, mood, feelings, or state of mind. If you hurt someone’s ‘kibun’ you hurt their pride and cause them to 60
lose dignity, and lose face. Korean interpersonal relationships operate on the principle of harmony. It is important to maintain a peaceful, comfortable atmosphere at all times, even if it means telling a ‘white lie’. Kibun enters into every facet of Korean life, so it is important to be able to judge the state of someone else’s kibun to avoid hurting it, and to keep your own kibun at the same time. In business for example, a manager’s kibun is damaged if his employees do not show proper respect. A subordinate’s kibun is damaged if his manager criticises him in public. Gifts Gifts express a great deal about a relationship and are always reciprocated. It is deemed inconsiderate to give someone an expensive gift if you know that they cannot afford to reciprocate accordingly. If you visit a Korean household, take fruit, chocolates or flowers. (The number 4 is considered unlucky, so gifts should not be given in multiples of 4, however the number 7 is considered lucky, so buy a few more of what you’re going to take!). Also remember to use both hands when offering a gift. House rules If you are invited to a South Korean home, remember to remove your shoes before entering the house. If you’re there for dinner, the eldest or most senior family member is always served first and is the first to eat before everyone else digs in. And don’t point your chopsticks at anyone, not only might you have their eye out, it is considered rude. And remember next time you greet a Korean person, try an ‘ann-yeong-haseyo’ and watch them smile… or laugh their heads off! It’s worth the risk!
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