August 2017 magazine

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Motuotau (Rabbit Island)

Many years ago, the beach in front of Motuotau (Rabbit Island) was the scene of a massacre. Confiscated from local iwi after the 1864 Battle of Gate Pa, the island was returned and then later purchased by the Crown. Today the island is a wildlife sanctuary and home to 600 little blue penguins Debbie McCauley. Tauranga Memories :Tauranga Local History http://tauranga.kete.net.nz/tauranga_local_history/topics/show/2668-motuotau-island-mount-maunganui

Marineland, Moturiki Island, undated postcard Image courtesy of Justine Neal http://taurangahistorical.blogspot.co.nz/p/about.html

Photograph: C Foster

VIOLENCE & ABUSE

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Emergency Help and Support, Numbers

Alcohol Drug Mainline 0800 787 797 Alcohol Drug Maori Line 0800 787 798 Alcohol Drug Pacifica Line 0800 787 799 Alcoholics Anonymous 0800 229 67 57 AIDS Hotline 0800 802 437 Asthma Respiratory Management 07 577 6738 Breast Screen Aoteara Free: Age 45-69 0800 270 200 BOPSASS (Bay of Plenty Sexual Assault Support Service) 0800 227 233 Cancer Society Tga 07 571 2035 Café Youth Health 07 378 3895 Children's helpline 0800 WHATSUP 0800 9428 78 Citizen Advice Bureau 0800 367 222 Cot Death (sudden infant death support) 0800 16 44 55 Depression Helpline 0800 111 757 Diabetes Helpline Tga 0 7 571 3422 Epilepsy Association of New Zealand Inc 07 579 6091 Epilepsy Help Line: 0800 374 537 Family Violence Information Line 0800 456 450 Family Planning Tga 07 578 8539 Family Works 07 575 9709 Gambling Crisis Helpline 0800 654 655 Grandparents Raising Grandchildren.

021 2255108 Gender Bridge Inc (transgender support) 0800 844 357 Grief Support Services 07 578 44 80 Healthline (open 24/7) 0800 611 116 Healthline 0800 611 116 Kids line (Kids up to 14yrs) 0800 543 754 Lifeline New Zealand 24hr 0800 543 354 La Leche (Breastfeeding Support) Tga 07 544 9817 National Cervical Screening Programme 0800 729 729 Narcotics Anonymous 0800 628 632 Nemms Needle Exchange Mt Maunganui 07 575 5922 NetSafe 0508 638 723 Open Home (Child, Family Support Foster Care) Tga 07 579 2840 Parent Help 0800 568 856 Prisoner Aid/Rehabilitation offender/family Turangi 07 386 8246 Pregnancy Counselling Service 0800 773 462 Prostate problem support line 0800 477 678 Plunketline 0800 933 922 Quitlin 0800 778 778 Relationship Services 0800 735 283 Rural Support Trust 0800 787 254 Samaritans (open 24/7) 0800 726 666 Suicide Crisis Helpline (open 24/7) 0508 828 865 Shine Domestic Violence helpline 0508 744 633 Shakti Ethnic Women’s Support 0800 742 584 Sexual Abuse Centre (Rotorua) Inc 07 348 1555 Stroke Foundation 0800 787 653 Tauranga Living Without Violence 0800 577 003 Tauranga Moana Victim Support 0800 842 846 Te Whare Oranga Wairua Maori Women’s Refuge 0800 733 843 Telefriend Sight Loss Peer Support 0800 100 051 Toughlove 0800 868 445 Union of fathers (separation and support) 0508 22 5532 Victim Support 0800 842 846 Women’s Refuge 0800 86 733 84 Tga 07 541 1911 What’s Up (Age 5-18) 0800 942 878 Western Bay of Plenty Ostomy Society Inc, help line 07-5737443 Youth line Phone Counselling 0800 376 633 Family Link Historic Village, 07 577 1457 ext 3

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Accident & Healthcare (Tga) 07 577 0010 Hospital (Tauranga) 07 579 8000 Tauranga Police Station: Monmouth Street Tauranga 07-577 4300 Mount Maunganui Police Station: Salisbury Avenue 07-575 3143 New Zealand Police - Greerton, 244 Chadwick Rd 07-578 3460 Papamoa Police Station: 530 Papamoa Beach Road 07 572 2440

Moon Phases Monday 07th August 2017 Full Moon

CC’s AUGUST HOROSCOPES Aries 21 March –20 April Things seem to be up and down at the moment. Pace yourself deal one thing at a time and it will all fall into place. You need to be patient and listen to other people’s views.

Taurus 21 April -21 May Monday 14th August 2017 Last Quarter

Monday 21st August 2017 New Moon

This is a time where you need to sit back and let things happen.

Sometimes its not good to try and do everything. Let others fill the gaps where you are struggling. This does not mean you are failing.

Gemini 22 June - 22 July Time to take a break and let your body refresh. Small trips away are needed to replenish your wellbeing and thoughts. Find a travel buddy, hit the road and see some country.

Cancer 22 June - 22 July This is a good time to spend with family and friends. Plan some events and get people together. Weekend breaks are good for this. This also could be a good time to talk and share to clear up misunderstandings.

Tuesday 29th August 2017 First Quarter

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Summer December - February Autumn March - May Winter June - August Spring September - November MONTHS OF THE YEAR January 31 Days February 28 Days March 31 Days April 30 Days May 31 Days June 30 Days July 31 Days August 31 Days September 30 Days October 31 Days November 30 Days December 31 Days February 29 Leap Year Every Four Years 0100 = 01am 0200 = 02am 0300 = 03am 0400 = 04am 0500 = 05am 0600 = 06am 0700 = 07am 0800 = 08am 0900 = 09am 1000 = 10am 1100 = 11am 1200 = 12 o clock (Mid Day) 1300 = 01pm 1400 = 02pm Eg: 1415 = 2.15pm 1500 = 03pm 1530 = 3.30pm 1600 = 04pm 1645 = 4.45pm 1800 = 06pm 1700 = 05pm 1900 = 07pm 2000 = 08pm 2100 = 09pm 2200 = 10pm 2300 = 11pm 2400 = 12 o clock (Midnight)

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Leo 25 July - 25 August Your professional life is keeping you on your toes. It’s good to be busy but it is also important to have some ”me” time to catch up on the private life and family. Don’t let work rule your world.

Virgo 24 August– 25 September Private life is testing you at the moment and it maybe time things got sorted out. Leaving things unsettled only leads to bigger issues. Keep calm with a positive out look and good listening will help.

Libra 24 September - 25 October Time to get to work on the chores that are stacking up on you. Make a list and start from the top and work your way through the list. Before you know it they are done.

Scorpio 24 October - 22 November Things seem to be ticking along. Although it’s possible, in your mind, you are thinking of some travel. This is a good time to get away from the cold to warmer climate. Don’t just think, do it.

Sagittarius 25 November - 21 December Love life is testing at the moment. You need to work at this as you can’t keep putting this off all the time. Time to start courting and treating your partner showing that you do love and care for them.

Capricorn 22 December - 20 January Don’t let other people put you down. Stand up for yourself and show others you are a person too. You need to lift your positive attitude and then life will be so much better for you.

Aquarius 21 January - 19 February Work requirements are demanding on you and your family. Don’t let your family suffer, make changes to better your position. You need time with your family and they need you. Time for change.

Pisces 20 February - 20 March Work is testing you at the moment. Don’t let immature idiots control you.

Stand your ground and keep looking for change. Every day is a chance to make a difference.

Never give up, and be confident in what you do.

There may be tough times, but the difficulties which you face will make you more determined to achieve your objectives and to win against all the odds. Marta Bay of Plenty Sexual Assault Support Services (known as BOPSASS) BOPSASS is a free 24 hours service in the Bay of Plenty for adults, teenagers & children who have been sexually assaulted.

We have staff based in Tauranga and Whakatane. If you would like to talk to one of our nurses or counsellors about what has happened to you, and what we can do to help you, then please contact us.

We know it takes courage to ask for help.

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Family violence is a crime. It is not a private matter. People in violent relationships often cannot help themselves.

They need your help. In an emergency dial 111 and ask for the Police. Your call could save a life. Ignoring family violence could result in serious injury or death. Nearly half of all homicides in New Zealand are related to family violence.

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Editor’s Blurb Hello Everyone … I hope you are keeping well as we head into the coldest months of winter. Coughs and colds seem to be a health issue to many and yet, still people, unwell, are out and about or at work. Prevent spreading the bugs by staying home in the warm, you will rid the colds faster and help prevent others becoming ill.

Cindy CC’s BOP InfoPac Phone: 021 501 200

Hope everyone coped ok with the stormy weather, mother nature having her say again. We are lucky compared to the South island, I think it’s about time they had a break, they have been through so much.

Hang in there spring is on it’s way, someone on Facebook posted a photo of their first daffodil. Mine are on the way as well … Spring is such a beautiful time of the year, Warmer weather, Flowers, Baby animals/birds Daylight saving starts 24th September … not long to wait.

I've noted many using their mobile phones while driving … I just don’t understand why people still do this with all the ads and publicity regarding txt driving. Our road toll this year is shocking, multiple deaths through poor driving choices, speed, alcohol etc … wake up people don’t become a statistic on the road.

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Seventh Anniversary Wool (⚨ ⚩ alchemical symbol for iron) Eighth Anniversary Pottery Sex Relations Signs Ninth Anniversary Willow Tenth Anniversary Tin ⚤ heterosexual Eleventh Anniversary Steel ⚢ lesbian, female homosexuality Twelfth Anniversary Fine linen & silk ⚣ gay, male homosexuality Fourteenth Anniversary Ivory ⚥ bisexuality Fifteenth Anniversary Crystal Twentieth Anniversary China ⚧ transgender sexuality, hermaphrodite Twenty-Fifth Anniversary Silver/Coral (in entomology).

Fortieth Anniversary Ruby two men holding hands Forty-Fifth Anniversary Sapphire two women holding hands Fiftieth Anniversary Gold Fifty-fifth Anniversary Emerald Marriage Status Signs Sixtieth Anniversary Diamond ⚭ Married ⚮ Divorced ⚯ Separated Seventieth Anniversary Platinum

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The AA Responsibility Statement "I am responsible when anyone, anywhere, reaches out for help, I want the hand of AA always to be there. And for that: I am responsible."

For me this means that I will happily share my story of addiction and recovery to anyone who asks and that I will support them in seeking help if they are ready to wake up and say to themselves " This has just got to stop". I recently met up with an old friend who admitted that her drinking was getting out of hand. I couldn't tell her whether she was an alcoholic, but I could share with her my story and how my life had become unmanageable with my drinking. The steps I took to bring myself into recovery, and being present for my family and friends. How I faced up to the hurdles we call life without drinking to help me through them and how I looked at my part in situations instead of instantly blaming others (cleaning my side of the street).

My old friend may or may not stop drinking, that’s her choice to make, but I will always be there for her if she wants help and I will also be there for her if she doesn't want help. I also look at this statement, and share with everyone, not just those that are suffering, just how cunning baffling and powerful addiction can be. I can share that the road to recovery is hard but worth it. I can share that there are others that feel just as you do. I can share that there is light after the darkness of addiction and the places that it takes you to. I can share that there is hope and love and laughter after sadness, anxiety isolation and loneliness.

By giving ourselves away and being of service to others, we get out of our own way and stop being that egomaniac with a massive inferiority complex and somehow we miraculously heal ourselves as much as the people we try to help. Win win situation.

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Adoption a “Social Problem” Adoption comes in many shapes and sizes and has been part of our society for a very long time. Originally to solve the problem of children without parents, sadly this was changed to solving the problem of couples without children.

In the fifties, sixties and seventies tens of thousands of babies were adopted out in New Zealand. Most of those babies had mothers, fathers and full extended families yet the powers to be chose to adopt them to strangers. The strangers were couples who could not have children of their own (infertility), had some children but were struggling to complete the family (infertility). Or perhaps, they were just good hearted well meaning people who brought into the idea that the unmarried young mothers who had the babies would not be able to provide for them properly.

Which ever way you tell the story the bottom line is the babies got separated from their natural mothers at birth and given to strangers. The trauma of this for the child and birthmother is often profound and lifelong.

I know this and have lived life as an adoptee. I know many others who have suffered terribly from the adoption experience. While some adopted children fare better than others many really struggle right through their life.

There is a support group for adult adoptees here in Tauranga we meet 6 pm every second Thursday at The Oystercatcher Room, Arataki Community Centre, Zambuk Way Bayfair.

Contact Scott 0275656459

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PARTY SAFE It’s great to be out having fun BUT party safe!!!

Don’t think it can’t happen to you.

People do spike drinks …

Never leave your drink unattended.

Know who is buying your drink or get it yourself.

Contacts: Always have emergency numbers with you. {Parents, Friends, Emergency no: 111, Taxi numbers} Always let family know where you are and who you are with.

Drink: Don’t drink and drive… make sure you have a sober driver or order a taxi. Don’t get in a car with someone that has been drinking.

Make sure you have money in case you need a taxi.

ID: Always carry your ID so in an emergency you can be identified and family can be contacted Keep your ID safe.

Mobile Phone: Make sure your mobile phone is fully charged … put your ID detail on your phone. Keep your mobile on you at all times in case you need it.

13 Tips On Packing Ready For A Move It’s a daunting task to pack up a house load of items. Here are 13 tips but if it becomes overwhelming give Over & Above Moving a call on 0800 22 88 24.

Clear out the Stuff Go on a decluttering regime. Donate, give away and chuck. There is no point in filling your new home with items you no longer need.

Start early No matter how good you are, packing always takes longer than you think. Start two or three weeks before moving day. Pack items you use least first. I always start with china and books.

Have a packing room Chose a little-used room or corner of your house to serve as the packing station. Build boxes of assorted sizes so they’re ready to grab. Momentum is key. Keep a stash of good thick markers, packing tape, labels , and packing materials such as bubble wrap, popcorn or unprinted newsprint there.

Save on boxes Get used ones but try and get boxes of the same sizes. It makes it easier and quicker for the moving company to shift which will keep the costs down. Banana boxes are sturdy.

Shout yourself a couple of good sized tea chest boxes from Bunnings, Mitre 10, Warehouse Stationery or other suppliers for those bulky items such as pots and pans.

Pack strategically Clearly mark with labels – the room and contents of the boxes. Mark the boxes you know you will need first with a star or other symbol. Put belongings you will want on Day One — sheets, towels, toiletries, change of clothes — in a suitcase or clothes hamper for easy access.

Wrap tightly and close all boxes Make sure you fill every space in a box and pack right to the top before sealing shut. If you leave too much room in the box it will collapse and damage the items inside. Don’t be tempted to overfill a box and not seal off the top. This will just cause wasted space in the truck because you can’t put anything on top.

Don’t be a heavy Many self-movers think a large box is for big heavy stuff, but the opposite is true. Fill large boxes with light stuff, and put heavy items, like books, in small boxes. You’d be surprised how many people fill large boxes until they weigh 30 or 40 kilos and break. And that slows things down.

Don’t empty drawers Many folks empty dressers and chests before they move. Don’t. This adds to packing time, and wastes usable truck space. Leave dressers full. If a chest is empty, fill it with linens. You will also get less load shift. Likewise, don’t pack empty suitcases. Fill them.

Black rubbish bags are treasures Boxes are great because they stack, but so are sturdy rubbish bags, because they squish. Fill large trash bags with soft non-breakable, like linen. They can be stuffed into trucks and morph into shapes that boxes can’t.

Leave clothes on hangers Don’t pack hanging clothes. Keep them on hangers and put them in the back of your car. flat. Then hang them back up in the new place.

Blankets and beach towels Don’t pack blankets or beach towels; use them as pads and save on boxes. Wrap and tape blankets around artwork and lamp bases. And stack and pack lampshades; they often take a beating in a move. Remove each shade; stack them small to large, then put them together in one box to ensure that they arrive intact.

Label on two sides – never on the top Mark or better still label every box with its contents and destination (kitchen) on more than one side. Also note if contents are fragile. Though movers likely won’t care, you’ll know to go easy on them.

Be ready Have everything packed before the movers arrive or before you get the truck.

Disassemble furniture that will need to be taken apart. (Tape nuts and bolts securely to furniture items.) Roll area rugs up tight and tape them. The more organized you are, the less time you will spend on movers — who charge by the hour — and truck rental.

Drink: Monitor your drink intake. Intoxication puts you in a vulnerable place for danger (disputes, rape, fights) Don’t make an idiot of yourself that you can’t remember and regret your actions.

Don't scull or mix your drinks.

Groups: You are far more safe by staying in groups or with a friend.

Take extra care if out on your own.

Spiking Drinks: Buy your own drink. Don’t leave your drink un-attended!!! Keep your drink in sight at all. times and know who is around you. Don’t share drinks - this can be a danger. It could be spiked. (Don’t think it can’t happen to you)

How to be safer … Know your limits Risk: All drug use brings a risk of harm. Before heading out, know your limits and plan your night. Know how you are getting home, or where you are staying. It is a good idea to be with a group of people you know and trust when going out.

Sober: Make sure at least one person remains sober in case things go wrong.

Eat a healthy meal before drinking and make sure food and water or non-alcoholic drinks are available where you are going.

Other tips include: ►alternate alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks ►count your drinks ►be cautious: accepting a drink from strangers ►avoid drinking games ►set limits: how much you will drink and stick to them.

For more information go to https://www.drugfoundation.org.nz

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People and Work Always keep a smile on your face, it will intimidates anyone that is trying to put you down Some high reiki’s in the big seat are jealous of who and what you are and what you are capable of.

Don’t lower your standards to a person that portrays immature behaviour Always remember there has to be an adult even if your boss can’t remember.

Time For A Laugh Sam walks into his boss’s office. “Sir, I’ll be straight with you, I know the economy isn’t great, but I have over three companies after me, and I would like to respectfully ask for a raise.”

After haggling the boss finally agrees to a 5% raise, and Sam happily gets up to leave.

“By the way”, asks the boss as Sam is getting up, “which three companies are after you?”

“The electric company, water company, and phone company”, Sam replied.

Just because bad bosses are like toddlers doesn't mean you give them a time out.

You know what? Just for thinking of that, give YOURSELF a time out.

When you give birth to a great idea at work, your boss should give you 2 weeks of maternity leave.

"The higher a monkey climbs, the more you see of his behind." - Gen. Joe Stillwell

A company’s owner calls a meeting of all the company’s employees to discuss the company’s record profits in the last year.

“We all worked very hard to make this happen “That’s why I’m handing out checks to all of you for $10,000 so you can share in the rewards!”

Ecstatic, the employees all burst into cheers.

“And if you show me the same level of effort next year,” the owner continues, “I will sign them!”

"There is only one boss. The customer. And he can fire everybody in the company from the chairman on down, simply by spending his money somewhere else." - Sam Walton Most people don’t leave their jobs, they leave their supervisors and bosses “Always treat your employees exactly as you want them to treat your best customers.”

– Stephen R. Covey

Mission Statement: A long awkward sentence that demonstrates management's inability to think clearly.

— Scott Adams (Dilbert)

I got my first full-time job, but I could have sworn I was making more money in college, working for my parents as their daughter.—Melanie Reno

TIP SHEET Signs Your Child Is Being Bullied Bullying is an intentional, aggressive and repeated behavior that involves an imbalance of power or strength.

It can take several forms: Physical (hitting, punching, beating) Verbal (teasing, name calling, threats) Emotional (intimidation using gestures, social exclusion, threats) Sexual Racist Bullying Cyberbullying (Online harassment, hate messages, threats, impersonation, and other digital abuse) Hazing Warning Signs: • Your child comes home with torn, damaged, or missing pieces of clothing, books, or other belongings • Has unexplained cuts, bruises, and scratches • Has few, if any friends, with whom he or she spends time • Seems afraid of going to school, walking to and from school, riding the school bus, or taking part in organized activities with peers • Finds or makes up excuses as to why they can’t go to school • Takes a long, out of the way route, when walking to or from school • Has lost interest in school work or suddenly begins to do poorly in school • Appears sad, moody, teary, or depressed when he or she comes home • Complains frequently of headaches, stomachaches or other physical ailments • Has trouble sleeping or has frequent bad dreams • Experiences a loss of appetite • Appears anxious and suffers from low self-esteem Note: Children with disabilities may be at a higher risk of being bullied than other children.

What to do if you suspect your child is a victim of bullying If you think your child is The above signs are signs of bullying but are also signs of other abuse as well. If your child displays any of these signs talk with them and being bullied talk with the school staff to learn more about what’s going on. stomp out bullying has great info to help you http://www.stompoutbullying.org

KEEP YOUR GERMS TO YOURSELF! … STAY HOME DON’T SHARE YOUR BUGS If you are sick — sneezy, headache-y, feverish, sweaty, nauseous, full of diarrhea — stay home! Don’t send your children to school if they are unwell.

Offices and classrooms are breeding grounds for colds and coughs. Nothing worse than someone sitting at their desk, sneezing every five minutes spreading infected crap into the air flowing for miles, and blowing their nose and sneezing infected green slim into hanky's and tissues? Handling dirty hankies in and out of their pockets and not washing their hands and spreading the bugs to everything they touch. Show some respect to your work mates and friends don’t put them at risk of catching your bugs.

Dispose of tissue by flushing them down the toilet. Don’t drop them around on tables. Make sure you wash wash and wash your hands with soapy water properly to help prevent spreading germs. … not just a quick dab under a tap. This also goes for washing your hands after going to the toilet. The quick dab under tap barely wetting the finger tips is NOT washing your hands. Witnessing people walking out of toilets and not washing their hand OMG this is so not nice! … For the people who don’t wash their hands this is a reminder pee and poo is waste from your body that carries bacteria and bugs. Spreading this around the place where other people are is very unkind and disgusting of you.

Please be kind to others. Stay home, rest up and get better faster.

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Mount Maunganui Main beach with its beautiful white sand is one of the most popular places for bathing under the sun. Surfers and boogie boarders out riding the waves.

Mount Maunganui life savers are on duty watching over the crowded beach through the summer ensuring the safety of people. National surf lifesaving competitions and Volley ball competitions bring huge crowds to the beach in the summer months There is parking the full length of the beach and in the busy season it can be hard to find a park. Across the road are cafes offering many different food choices, coffees and refreshments with, a Copenhagen ice-cream store in walking distance. A short walk from the beach and you can enjoy shopping in downtown the Mount with many food / dinning outlets and boutique shops to choose from.

Moturiki Island … Walk over to Moturki Island there are rocks to climb on and there is a blow hole at the far end which can be spectacular with the high tide. Take the camera and take panoramic shots of the coastline of Mount Maunganui Main beach.

There are two choices of beach in Mount Maunganui, we have the Mount main beach and then on the other side of the township we have Pilot Bay which is family friendly frequently without the waves. Pilot Bay has a lot of boat activities and welcomes the cruise ships. This brings a huge crowd to the beach with their fish and chips or home cooked food to watch cruise ships come and go, and taking the opportunity to get that one off photograph of spectacular sights.

Walking Mauao is a must do for anyone visiting Mount Maunganui The views are spectacular. Totally worth the climb to the summit There are many tracks, if you are up to a bit of a hike or a gentle stroll.

Important information No rubbish bins: so please keep Mauao tidy by not leaving any rubbish behind.

No Toilets: so do make a toilet visit before you start your walk. Toilets are opposite the boat ramp at Pilot Bay and at the surf club at the ocean side.

Gates: leave all gates as you find them. (open a gate close the gate) Vehicles: are not allowed except for maintenance and emergency purposes only.

Emergencies: in the event of an emergency dial 111.

Mauao Historic Reserve is administered by local Iwi; Ngai Te Rangi, Ngati Ranginui and Ngati Pukenga in the form of the Mauao Trust.

The Base Of Mauao is beautiful whatever the weather or time of year with beautiful scenery and seats along the way to sit on and enjoy the views. Walking Time: 3.4km (Base track: 45 mins) Mount Maunganui Summit Track The 4 wheel drive track starts at the end of Pilot Bay on the western side of Mauao giving you views to the west (To summit: 40 mins) You have choices of down the steps on the Waikorire track which is reasonably steep or back down the 4 wheel drive track onto the Oruahine track to the right with northerly views …

Waikorire and Oruahine tracks start from the ocean side of the base track. Follow the boardwalk in front of the surf club. The Oruahine track ends part way up the 4WD track. Turn left onto the 4WD track and continue to the summit, or turn off the 4WD track onto the Motu Kauri track, then turn left at the lookout intersection to go to the summit.

The Waikorire track (steep). Turn right at the lookout intersection to go to the summit.

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At your library now…

3 Short Takes at Your Library this month Steve Braunias’ last blast of subjectiveness takes a long hard culinary look at Lincoln Road, a West Auckland strip mall poorly imitating Rodeo Drive.

In The Man Who Ate Lincoln Road, Steve endures the culinary punishment of 55 food joints, his body reacting in a similar way to Morgan Spurlock’s Supersize Me junket.

The Mobile Library The Mobile Library visits 43 stops on a fortnightly cycle. There are over 3,500 items to choose from The Mobile Library will bring any item from the Catalogue to your stop, for a Hold fee of $1 for an Adult, or 50c for Child or Teen.

Mobile Library Timetable August 2017

A Bloke’s Book of Short Stories by David Johns has all the features of an outside adventure itself – humour, action [hunting, fishing, farming], danger and lessons learned. A perfect read for your bloke, or honorary bloke!

The New Zealand Garden Bird Survey has just completed for the year, so what to do now? Attracting Birds and Other Wildlife To Your Garden in New Zealand is top conservationist Gordon Ell’s answer to maintaining an attractive destination for all critters [not pests!], to your environs. It has handy sections on skinks, bird nest boxes, weta motels and frogs. Attract away!

See you soon!

Paul Cuming | Collections Librarian, Tauranga City Libraries www.tauranga.govt.nz Councilwww.tauranga.govt.nz

Tauranga Library Monday - Friday 9.30am - 5.30pm … Wed late night 9.30am - 7.00pm Saturday 9.30am - 4.00pm Sunday 11.30am - 4.00pm Mount Maunganui Public Library: Mon-Fri 9:30am - 5pm Sat 9.30am-1.30pm 398 Maunganui Rd, Phone: 07-577 7177

Mount Maunganui Toy Library, Incorporated, Phone: 07-572 5228 Papamoa Public Library, Library, Public Toilets Opening Hours: Mon-Fri 09.30am-5.30pm, Sat-Sun 09.30am-4pm 15 Gravatt Rd, Papamoa 3118, Phone: 07 577 7177 Papamoa Toy Library: Inside the Papamoa Library Complex 15 Gravatt Road, Papamoa, Phone: 07 575 3011 Greerton Library: Mon-Fri 9:30am – 5PM Sat-Sun 09.30am-4pm Separation and Responsibility's

Separation of family’s are never easy, and children always seem to be stuck in the middle of parents arguments and changes of relationships.

However if you are in this situation you remember that you had your children and it is up to you the parents to see that the children are loved and cared for and their needs met. It’s your job to supply this to your children. Its your responsibility to keep your parenting relationship alive and constructive, even when dealing with each others hurts. Never use the children as a wedge in your arguments and disputes against each other! Your children didn't ask to be here You put them here. Put your issues aside now and then and spend time together with YOUR children.

Don’t let children see you fighting.

Blood Pressure list Age Min 1 -12 months 75/50 1 - 05 years 80/55 6 -13 years 90/60 14 -19 years 105/73 20 - 24 years 108/75 25 - 29 years 109/76 30 -34 years 110/77 35 - 39 years 111/78 40 - 44 years 112/79 45 - 49 years 115/80 50 - 54 years 116/81 55 - 59 years 118/82 60 - 64 years 121/83

Normal 90/60 95/65 105/70 117/77 120/79 121/80 122/81 123/82 125/83 127/84 129/85 131/86 134/87

Max 100/75 110/79 115/80 120/81 132/83 133/84 134/85 135/86 137/87 139/88 142/89 144/90 147/91

P.E.T (PATIENTS EMERGENCY TOILETRIES) CHARITABLE TRUST INC provides PERSONAL CARE PACKS of Toiletries to Tauranga Hospital Patients admitted under Emergency situations. ~ Aprox 7500 bags have now been given FREE to patients during the past 4 years this trust has been operating.

If a child gets admitted a Mum, Dad or carer can also have access to a pack. Items 'lurking' in your bathroom cabinet that you have collected from holidays or airlines? or maybe you are a local hospitality provider that has surplus items you would like to donate to this Charity?

*Motel sized: *Shampoo/Conditioner *Combs *Toothbrushes/toothpaste *Bodywash *Razors *Pens Collection points are: ►TODD GOWER (principal sponsor of the trust) ►EVES REALITY (all offices) ►BAYFAIR CHIROPRACTIC (648 Maunganui Rd) ►CC’s BAY OF PLENTY INFOPAC (610 Maunganui Rd, Mt Maunganui) Chris Bishell (Principal Trustee) Ph: 575 9066 or 0274300988

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You Can Say No … And Mean It! In today’s society, there is some confusion about what we’re entitled to or what we deserve. Concern about what we are teaching our children for the future. Are we teaching them how to be grateful and work hard for what they want or are we making life too easy for them?

Our children observe our demands and the things we think we are entitled to. They hear our tone of voice when talking and making those demands.

They hear the manor of how we speak to others in authority. They hear the news of all the problems and dramas of the world and the crime of people not caring or showing respect to others just to get what they want.

Should children really hear or see this?

The example society is setting for our future is that they are entitled to get everything they want. In a healthy world no one is entitled to get everything they want?

I often hear children complaining to their parents. “That’s not fair!” “I want this!” “You promised!” Don’t feel guilty for being the parent that says no.

“A dog can express As parents, we owe them our unconditional love, respect, and endless forgiveness. They deserve a place to call home, clothing, food to keep more with his tail in minutes than his owner them healthy, and an education that will help them later in life. We do not need to feel guilty saying, “NO” to our children! can express with his

tongue in hours.”

-Author Unknown “If aliens saw us walking our dogs and picking up their poop, who would they think is in charge?”

–Author Unknown

“Handle every situation like a dog.

If you can’t eat it or play with it, just pee on it and walk away.”

–Author Unknown

Just because your child shows good behaviour it does not entitle them to treats and rewards. It is expected that children behave at home, in public or when out shopping. Many times parents plead and compromise and give into bad behaviour from their children because it is easier than taking a stand and teaching them right from wrong. WHY? You are teaching them to misbehave and disrespect you and others to get what they want.

This only makes them an undesirable child to others.

There is nothing worse trying to do your shopping with preforming spoilt children protesting and misbehaving because they want sweets/toys/ phones or maybe they want to go out. Children need to be taught respect in life they need to work and earn the money for their wants so they understand the expense of their desires. If they are bought up on handouts they will never respect or look after their belongings as they have never had to work for it. There will be no value attached to the property they own. It’s up to the parents to stand firm and correct this behaviour making their child learn they cannot have everything they want.

Food for thought

Dogs and safety Little, medium and big dogs can look ever so cute, adorable however this does not mean that you ... a stranger to the dog can just walk up hug, kiss and pat it. In lots of ways dogs are similar to children some are quite, shy, scared, and then you get the ones that don’t mind a stranger. All dogs belong to their owners not a stranger. You wouldn't like a stranger to just appear and start playing, hugging or kissing your child, well it is the same for dog owners. Many people don’t think!. It is only polite to ask before you touch a dog you don’t know. Maybe the dog is not a peoples dog or maybe it’s in training or maybe the dog is not well. If you see a dog you like the look of make sure you ask if you can pat the dog listen to the owner, don’t let your children hug and climb around the dog. Teach your children the right way to meet and greet a dog. Children cry if they are not happy and don’t want to be around you … A dog cant cry they may show their fear by nipping you if you insist on getting in their space. Please show respect to the dog owner and their pooch.

When you do greet the dog don’t grab at it or try to hug it. The correct way to greet a dog is to slowly put your palm out facing down and let the dog sniff it. Your tone of voice will also determine if the dog is happy to be around you. If the dog is happy it is then ok to slowly pat it on the side of its face by the ears. If you have your hand above the dog it might make the dog think you are going to hit it. Do not put your face around dogs you don’t know.

Recipe by: JESS4UANDME "This is a recipe for my Grandmother's famous salmon cakes. It is a family recipe that has been passed down through generations. Serve with macaroni and cheese or any other type of side dish."

Ingredients 1 can salmon, drained/flaked 2 eggs, beaten 1 small onion, diced 1 teaspoon ground black pepper 3 tablespoons vegetable oil Add all ingredients to list Prep 10 m … Cook 20 m … Ready In 30 m Pick through the salmon and remove any bones. In a mixing bowl, beat the eggs and add the diced onion, salmon and pepper.

Mix thoroughly. Shape into 2 ounce patties; about 7 or 8 patties.

Fry each patty for 5 minutes on each side or until crispy and golden brown.

Recipe by: Sherlie A. Magaret "These cheesy zucchini patties are an excellent way to use up that abundance of zucchini from the garden. Serve with a bit of tomato sauce or sour cream dabbed on top."

Ingredients (Prep 10 m … Cook 20 m … Ready In 30 m) 2 cups grated zucchini 2 eggs, beaten1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese 2 tablespoons vegetable oil salt to taste Add all ingredients to list

1/2 cup all-purpose flour

In a medium bowl, combine the zucchini, eggs, onion, flour, Parmesan cheese, mozzarella cheese, and salt. Stir well enough to distribute ingredients evenly. Heat a small amount of oil in a pan, drop zucchini mixture by heaping tablespoonfuls, and cook for a few minutes on each side until golden.

Scummy Yum

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Mount Maunganui R.S.A. CHESS Mount Maunganui RSA, 544 Maunganui Rd 7:30pm onwards tournament games New Zealand Chess Federation Inc "includes casual chess" School Term Mondays (excl. public holidays) 6pm-7:30pm

includes established teaching program and games

Tauranga RSA, Greerton 1237 Cameron Road, Tauranga Fridays 5pm-7pm, "casual chess" longer if necessary for longer games.

Regional website: www.westernbopchess.weebly.com/

CC’s Prop Hire CC’s Props has a range of props that will enhance a theme for your event.

Depending on the prop they stand 6ft and look absolutely fabulous.

Bookings are required to secure the props for your event Just a few of many ….

Hollow drums are also available.

Phone 021 501 200 or Email: ccsprophire@gmail.com Do You Need Business Cards Buy as you need 50 Business Cards 100 Business Cards 200 Business Cards Design/Template Charges apply

Email for a quote

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Just before the funeral services, the undertaker came up to the very elderly widow and asked, "How old was your husband?"

"98," she replied.

Two years older than me."

"So you're 96," the undertaker commented.

She responded, "Hardly worth going home, is it?"

Miss Jojo {6 ft tall, fluffy adorable bear}

For those special occasions.. Why not invite Jojo to add joy and fun to your events and parties... ? She will gladly interact with your guests.

She loves children.. and will visit Pre-school events.. Senior School Balls and Community based events Shopping Malls and Retail Stores..

She can brighten up the days for those in Rest Homes.

Phone 021 501 200 or Email: ccsprophire@gmail.com

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Kaiate Falls known as (Te Rerekawau Falls) is roughly a 30 minutes' drive away from Tauranga with several water falls to view. Walk through native bush and enjoy the spectacular views of Mount Maunganui and the Port of Tauranga.

Reasonably easy walk but can be slippery in places.

Water tumbles down cascading over the rocks in one, two and three tier water falls which make for good photography opportunities. This hidden gem has a water hole where you can relax, picnic and swim enjoying a 15m Waterfall among the puriri and kohekohe trees The walking track is a round trip returning you back to the car park. (Time: 1 hr return steep in places, some steps, moderate walk 5/10) Warning: the car park has been known for theft from cars, so don't leave valuables in your car. Unfortunately there are a few opportunists who will relieve you of your valuables while you are away enjoying your walk.

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The Waikareao Estuary walk is a mix of sealed footpath, boardwalks and gravel, it is a great experience being approx. (2 hours, 10.00kms) Pushchair friendly (but it is a board walk so will be bumpy), Wheelchair no. Many bikers and runners use this track so be aware that they will approach from behind and in front of you. All dogs should be on a leash and under control. Coach Drive Park is the one and only toilet on this walking track. The Waikareao Estuary is best started at Otumoetai keep to the left and follow the estuary all the way. It is a round trip through the tidal mangrove and marshland along with the native bush and birds and then a walk by the motor way to Chapel Street.

You can finish off your walk at the cafes with refreshments before going back to your car. This can also be walked from the opposite direction being an individual choice.

Katikati is about an half hour drive north of Tauranga, it is well known as the Mural Town with a variety of paintings displayed on the buildings that tell some of the history of the early Irish settlement. There is a beautiful display of hanging baskets along the main street which brightens up the town. The continual growing of this wee town has plenty to offer visiting people with their cafes, shops, walkways and parks and public artwork. Take a stroll through Haiku pathway a great place for a picnic with family and friends. In close proximity of Katikati there are hot pools, bird gardens, Naturist Park, the Quarry park and many walks to enjoy the native bush and views over the harbor.

Short drives north of Katikati is Bowentown, Waihi Beach, Waihi and Paeroa.

Enjoy a ride on a heritage train with Goldfields Railway. Journey between Waihi and Waikino at the eastern end of the spectacular Karangahake Gorge (E: info@waihirail.co.nz) . Walk or cycle the tracks and enjoy the rock formation, flowing river and native bush and birds.

- Whakatāne township is in the eastern Bay of Plenty Region.

- 90 km east of Tauranga and 89 km north-east of Rotorua - Whakatāne is a short drive to Ōhope, with a beautiful beach - Charter boats take you to White Island, Fishing trips.

- Cafes, bars, main street shopping, walks, evening sunsets - Learn the culture and history of the area

Nga Tapuwae o Toi Walkways (Whakatane to Ohope) This is a beautiful scenic walk coastal views native bush, sea views, beach, rock formation. You are unable to cross Otarawairere Beach at high tide. Allow 3hrs for stop for lunch and sightseeing.

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Emergency Services Call 111 Give good clear Information and stay on the line

IT’S NEVER TOO LATE TO ASK FOR HELP IF YOU NEED HELP YOU MUST ASK FOR IT …

IT’S NOT OK …

HELP STOP THE CYCLE OF ABUSE.

We equip people with the skills needed to participate fully in society. This includes support in living independently, getting around, usi technology, continuing to read and communicate, being socially active and staying in or looking for work.

Call us on 0800 24 33 33

PHONETIC ALPHABET Alpha Bravo Greerton Markets Last Saturday of each month Greerton Hall 8am - 12noon 027 9082952 Charlie Delta Moggies Market 2nd Saturday of each month Katikati Memorial Hall Please Echo Maketu Market 3rd and 5th Sunday of each month Maketu Village Green Pat 075332687 Email me Foxtrot changes Red Square Market 2nd Friday of each month Downtown Tauranga Golf to these Car Boot Sale Evans Road Community Church 3rd Saturday of each month.

Market dates Hotel Thankyou India Lions Bethlehem Market Historic Village, 1st/3rd Sunday each month 8am-12noon Juliet Cambridge Farmers Market Victoria Park, Cambridge ... Every Saturday 8am-12 noon Kilo Te Awamutu Twilight Farmers Market, Selwyn Park, Every Thursday 3.30pm-6.30pm Lima Frankton Market, Commerce Street, Frankton, Every Saturday 8am-1pm Mike November Hamilton Farmers Market, 204 River Road, Hamilton, Every Sunday 8am-12noon Oscar Omokoroa Lions Market 2nd Sunday of each month 9am-noon Western Avenue, Omokoroa Pappa Katikati Plant and Produce Market Every Friday 4pm -6pm A & P Showground's, SH2, Katikati Quebec Romeo Tauranga Farmers’ Market Each Saturday from 8am-12pm Tauranga Primary School, 5th Avenue Sierra Rotorua Night Market Tutanekai Street, Rotorua, Every Thursday 5pm-9pm Tango Soundshell Market…Lakefront, Rotorua 9am to 3pm… telephone Liz or Gordon 07 3325782 Uniform Victor Thames Market Pollen Street, Thames, Every Saturday 8am-12noon Whisky Peace Park Boon Street Whakatane 2nd & 4th Thursday till April X-ray Matata Reserve Main Road Matata 3rd Wednesday of every month. Site booking essential Yankee Gate Pa Car Boot Market by Tauranga Girls’ College. 934 Cameron Road 1st Saturday each month Zulu Tamahere Country Market St Stephens Church, Tamahere Hamilton, Every 3rd Saturday

Market Dates

Oropi Sunday Market, Last Sunday of the month, Oropi Memorial Hall 1295 Oropi Road.

Papamoa Lions Market. 2nd & 4th Sunday of each month , Papamoa Sports & Rec, Parton Road, Papamoa.

Mount Maunganui Farmer's Market Every Sunday from 9am-1pm Phoenix car park, Mount Maunganui Tauranga South Community Patrols Car Boot sale, Greerton Village School 8am.3rd Saturday of the month Whakatane Sunday Market Every Sunday. War Memorial Hall carpark 8am 1pm. Carol 027 3844 026.

The Taupo Market Riverside Park Reserve, Redoubt Street, Taupo, Every Saturday 09am-1pm Raglan Creative Market Old School Arts Centre, Stewart Street Raglan, 2nd Sunday each month 10am-2pm Waihi Beach Fresh Produce Market Community Centre, Waihi Beach, 2nd & 4th Sunday each month, 9am-11am The Little Big Markets, Corner Matai Street & Maunganui Road, 9am-2pm, 1st Saturday each month The Little Vintage Markets, Astrolabe Brew Bar, Maunganui Rd, Mt Maunganui 9am-3pm, 3rd Sunday each month Waihi Lions Market Memorial Hall, Seddon Street 3rd Saturday of the month.

Te Puke Creative Market, Memorial Hall Te Puke 1st Saturday each month 9am till 12.00 ‘Merivale Monthly Market Day’ Have a FREE stand to sell your stuff in Merivale. First Saturday of every month outside the CHIRP ‘Redezine’ store at 5 Merivale Road. Ph Judy, ph. 022 681 9867.

After Suicide Support Group.

Violence

‘Choice’ So many ideas, thoughts and pain

Many people believe that Domestic violence is only physical abuse. However, Domestic violence takes many different forms. It may also be psychological, sexual, financial or spiritual violence.

can spring out of this word when you have lost a loved one to suicide. At our ‘After Suicide Support’ group we talked about ‘choice’ in the context of ‘what now for our present and our future?’ “Saying the words I have some choice in how things go for me now is easier said than done” was one comment that got a lot of nods. Having the idea expresses an intention and that’s a good place to start. Just recognising that there are choices is another starting place. Perhaps ‘choice’ is something about steering yourself in directions that you somehow know serve you better. You might have a day where you know an afternoon on the couch under a rug is what you need—even though someone else might have other ideas for you; you get to make this choice. Or you might not feel like going to that dinner even though you know it would be good to go.

Sometimes the choice is between feelings and knowing and sometimes choices need a plan around them to make them possible….. “I’ll go to that dinner but take my own car so I can leave when I’m ready”.

Our group meets monthly, phone 578 4480 or email support@griefsupport.org.nz.

Physical Violence includes hitting, pinching, spitting, slapping, pushing, punching, kicking, burning, stabbing, strangulation, suffocating & shooting. It may also include threats to cause harm.

Psychological Violence (sometimes referred to as emotional or verbal abuse) includes put-downs, name calling, jealousy, harassing, screaming, using degrading language, insults, criticism, harming pets or animals, isolation from family and friends, and threats to leave the relationship or to commit suicide if the victim does not co-operate Sexual Violence includes unwanted touching or sexual activity, raping and forcing victim into unwanted sexual practices. It may include control over birth control, forced pregnancies or abortions and transmission of Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STD)

Financial Violence occurs when an individual uses finances to

control another individual. This could include forcing a person to hand over all or part of their salary or by denying someone access to their own finances, making victim ask or beg for money, forceful removal of money from victim

Spiritual Violence occurs when an individual uses religious or spiritual matters to control another, such as forcing another to follow a particular faith or give up their religion or justifying their violence as religiously and spiritually acceptable

“Good Grief” Time…how long does grief take? There are plenty of expectations about this, most of which aren’t particularly helpful to those grieving. ..………

Let's check out some of the common ‘myths’ about this. Myth: A grieving person should be over their grief after two weeks.

Reality: There is no definite timeline for grief; it may take weeks, months, years or a lifetime to process a loss. How long depends on the person, the situation and the type of loss.

Myth: The grieving person should definitely be "over it" within two months. Reality: There is no definite timeline for grief.

Myth: Grief declines over time in a steadily decreasing fashion.

Reality: Grief is more like a roller coaster ride with up times and down times. Myth: Once over a loss, the grief is never experienced again. Reality: A place, a smell, a song, or a special date may trigger the old memories. Grief may be experienced again. Myth: Grief ends after the funeral. Reality: Many people believe that life should return to normal after the funeral service. However, this may be the start of the .grieving .process as the shock and numbness give way to the reality of the loss. Myth: Grief eventually ends. Reality: In time most people learn to live with the loss.

(Taken from http://dying.about.com/od/lossgrief/a/ griefmyths_3.htm ) Grief Support Services is a local agency offering free counselling to individuals and families affected by loss and grief.

We also run an After Suicide Support Group.

For information or to make an appointment phone us on 578 4480. www.griefsupport.org.nz support@griefsupport.org.nz

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‘What On Earth Did We Do Wrong?’

At least once or twice over the lifetime…well until 20, our children will have us wondering ‘what on earth did we do wrong?’

When I would see parents who were pulling their hair out over the behaviours of their 14 year old son who could be at times known at ‘the alien’ I would ask the father what he was like as a teenager. If I got the ‘I was an angel’ answer , I would be racing in my head not to give the Tui ad answer,’ Yeah right’ I would suggest the parents go and talk to their parents and ask the same question. Ow that would usually hurt some egos So you may have a 14 year old boy who knows everything and can argue black is white when he needs to, other times his head stares at the floor and you at best might get a grunt, or one word on a good day.

Yep, most people know, apart from those parents doing it now, is that 14 is the ‘difficult’ year. The year where they smell the worst, they begin grunting, and they grow. However even during those years they have traits that you need to work on, they are usually very loyal…..just not to your upbringing, but to their mates, as they on a subconscious level begin to seek out others who are on what has been described as the ‘White water ride’ They can be and are very quick to take action without thinking through the consequences and very often have no real answers for their actions, except the truth, ‘it sounded like a good idea’. It is pointless asking him what he was thinking because the truth is probably ‘not very much’. The part of his brain that tells him to make good judgement is simply under construction and not functioning at all. Match that with an incredible surge in testosterone, and no wonder life is full of challenges.

I have heard it put like this, we have a driver with no experience and we are not going to start him in a nana car (apologies to all Nana’s), but we are going to bung him in the last V8 Supercar, and show him a road. It will be fine, he’ll be great…..won’t he? Of course this cocky little guy knows everything about driving and just gets in and has a go, because he’s going to be the next sporting superstar. Just remember, sometimes parents can’t fix the mess he gets into, and it is our job both as parents and as older men to think for this guy, to put some rules down, to know that he’s going to be disappointed when he gets the Nana car in a few years, and to keep him safe For mothers out there with a not around man, find a man to help, you can’t do it on your own, find a coach or a grandfather, or an uncle. But more importantly learn what a full stop is, tell him off, give him a consequence, and then leave it alone. Only come back to it if he does not comply. Best hint I can offer, is ask him about a consequence, he might surprise you. We men can be like that…..sometimes Having a winning month Donald Welsh, Parenting Coach

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TIP SHEET Signs Your Child Is Being Bullied Bullying is an intentional, aggressive and repeated behavior that involves an imbalance of power or strength.

It can take several forms: Physical (hitting, punching, beating) Verbal (teasing, name calling, threats) Emotional (intimidation using gestures, social exclusion, threats) Sexual Racist Bullying Cyberbullying (Online harassment, hate messages, threats, impersonation, and other digital abuse) Hazing Warning Signs: • Your child comes home with torn, damaged, or missing pieces of clothing, books, or other belongings • Has unexplained cuts, bruises, and scratches • Finds or makes up excuses as to why they can’t go to school • Has few, if any friends, with whom he or she spends time • Takes a long, out of the way route, when walking to or from school • Has lost interest in school work or suddenly begins to do poorly in school • Complains frequently of headaches, stomachaches or other physical ailments • Appears sad, moody, teary, or depressed when he or she comes home • Has trouble sleeping or has frequent bad dreams • Experiences a loss of appetite • Appears anxious and suffers from low self-esteem • Seems afraid of going to school, walking to and from school, riding the school bus, or taking part in organized activities with peers Note: Children with disabilities may be at a higher risk of being bullied than other children.

What to do if you suspect your child is a victim of bullying The above signs are signs of bullying but are also signs of other abuse as well. If your child displays any of these signs talk with them and talk with the school staff to learn more about what’s going on. http://www.stompoutbullying.org Puzzle . The answer is simple - the man is my son. Answers . Secret. . Startling: starting, staring, string, sting, sing, sin, in, I. They all do. . There are 40 squares 1.

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