CC's Mount Maunganui InfoPac

May 2019 … Phone: 021 501 200 —...— Email: mm.infopac@gmail.com

Aotearoa Māori name for New Zealand.

‘land of the long white cloud’.

Don’t forget mothers day, It’s about spending time with her, not about the big presents.

Clear your day so you can spend it with your mum Sunday 12th May Mother's Day

Emergency Contacts Cruise Boat Dates Markets in the Bay Emergency & Fire Info.

Stranger Danger info Depression talk Pet Info/Safety Tips Pg 8 “Tui” Gardening Calendar Paul’s Library Info Waipuna Hospice info.

Jokes and Quotes Civil Defence info.

(Mt Maunganui RSA not supplied in time) And so much More …

Pilot Bay Mount Maunganui

Clubs list free Do you have photographs you would like to share in the Bay of Plenty InfoPac email to ccsbopinfopac@gmail.com

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Disclaimer: “The dates and information in this magazine are provided in good faith on the basis that the author and publisher shall not be liable for any loss or damage arising in connection with information contained herein. Every reasonable effort has been made to ensure accuracy and quality of the information, no warranty, expressed or implied, is provided. Readers should rely on their own enquiries when planning or making decisions relating to their own or any other person’s interest”.

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 Poison Control Center (800) 222-1222 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

Emergencies: Mobile Phone Report Traffic Incidents Fire, Police, Ambulance Medical: Accident & Healthcare (Tga) Hospital (Tauranga)

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07 577 0010 07 579 8000

Tauranga Police Station: Monmouth Street, Tauranga 07-577 4300 Mount Maunganui Police Station: 9 Hull Road , Mt Maunganui 07-575 3143 New Zealand Police - Greerton, 244 Chadwick Rd 07-578 3460 Papamoa Police Station: 530 Papamoa Beach Road 07 572 2440

2020 29 February 2032 29 February 2024 29 February 2036 29 February 2028 29 February 2040 29 February

Moon Phases New Moon Sunday 5th May First Quarter Sunday12th May Full Moon Sunday 19th May Last Quarter Monday 27th May

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It is the time that you are stimulated to take a new action.

Engage in physical activity. Spend time alone. Visualize your goals for the days ahead.

First Quarter:

It is the time to take the initial action necessary to achieve your goal by expressing your needs and desires. It is the time for communication and action.

Full Moon:

SEASONS

Summer - December - February Autumn - March - May Winter - June - August Spring - September - November

MONTHS OF THE YEAR

January February March April May June July August September October November December

MOON PHASE The revolution of the Moon around the Earth makes it appear as if it is changing shape in the sky. This is caused by the different angles from which we see the brighter part of the Moon's surface. These are called "phases" of the Moon. The Moon passes through four major shapes or phases during a cycle that repeats itself every 29.5 days. The different phases of the moon are: New Moon:

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February 29 Leap Year Every Four Years

Last Leap Day 29 February 2016 Next Leap Day: 29 February 2020

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)

When it's a leap year?

A leap year is a year with 366 days instead of 365, every 4 years in February one extra day is added.

This is done because one year doesn't contain 365 days but 365.25 days. By adding once in the 4 years one extra additional day this problem is solved.

Every year divisible by 4 is a leap year.

This is the time when you get a clear picture of the track you have to take to achieve your goal in life. Listen and try to understand others around you during this phase.

Last Quarter:

It is the time to take closing action, to follow-up and complete the activities begun at the New phase of the Moon. Manifest your goal and become responsible in life.

Blood Pressure list Age

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PHONETIC ALPHABET

Alpha Bravo Charlie Delta Echo Foxtrot Golf Hotel India Juliet Kilo Lima Mike November Oscar Pappa Quebec Romeo Sierra Tango Uniform Victor Whisky X-ray Yankee Zulu

Computer Short Cuts Daylight Saving Starts Sunday 30th September 2018 Ends Sunday 07th April 2019

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DISCLAIMER: All efforts have been taken to see that all information within this News Letter is correct. No liability will be accepted for any inaccuracies, misuse or misinterpretation of wrongful information. All information given and provided should be used as a guide only .

DISCLAIMER (Daylight Saving Times R included) Time tables are a guide only.

All efforts have been taken to see that these times and tides are correct.

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Unfortunately our roads have claimed many lives again bringing sorrow to many people, families and friends. On behalf of CC’s and our readers we send our Condolences to all effected by these tragedies may you find your way to peace and happy memories of your loved ones.

Please be more careful when travelling, drive to the road and weather conditions, don’t tailgate, think before you make maneuvers and respect others on the road.

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Travel Time & Distances From Tauranga to Auckland – 200km, 3 hours to Coromandel Peninsula – 60km, 1 hour to Napier – 290km – 3 hours 30 minutes to Wellington – 521km, 6 hours 25 minutes

to Hamilton – 105km, 1 hour 30 minutes to Rotorua – 63km, 60 minutes to Taupo – 150km, 1 hour 50 minutes

Poison Control Centre (800) 222-1222 Plants can spruce up your holiday decorating, but keep those that may be poisonous (including some Poinsettias) out of reach of children or pets; the national Poison Control Centre can be reached at (800) 222-1222

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60 Seconds = 1 Minute 60 Minutes = 1 Hour 24 Hours = 1 Day 07 Days = 1 Week 14 Days = 1 Fortnight

365 Days = 1 Year 52 Weeks = 1 Year 12 Months = 1 Year 02 Years = Biennial 04 Years = Olympiad

Public Holidays/Other 2019

10 Years = Decade 100 Years = Century 200 Years = Bicentennial 1,000 Years = Millennium 366 Days = 1 Leap Year

School Term

New Years Day: Tuesday 1st January Dates 2019 New Year: Observed Wednesday 2nd January Primary, Intermediate Secondary Waitangi Day: Wednesday 6th February 2019 Term1 Good Friday: Friday 19th April 2019 Monday 28 January 2019 Easter Monday: Monday 22nd April 2019 Wednesday 7 February2019 Anzac Day: Thursday 25th April 2019 Friday 12th April 2019 Mothers Day 14th May (Not a Holiday) 2019 Holiday Sat 13 – Sun 28 April Queens Birthday: Monday 03rd June 2019 Labour Day: Monday 28th October 2019 Term 2 Christmas Day: Wednesday 25th December 2019 Monday 29th April 2019 Boxing Day: Thursday 26th December 2019 Friday 05th July 2019 Holiday Sat 06 – Sun 21 July Regional Anniversary Days 2019 Northland anniversary day Monday 28 January Term 3 Auckland anniversary day Monday 28 January Monday 22nd July 2018 Taranaki anniversary day Monday 11 March Friday 27th September 2018 Hawke's Bay anniversary day Friday 25 October Holiday Sat 28 Sept - Sun13 Oct Wellington anniversary day Monday 21 January 4th Term Marlborough anniversary day Monday 4 November Monday 14th Oct-20th Dec 2019 Nelson anniversary day Monday 4 February Buller anniversary day Monday 4 February Holiday Sat 21 December Canterbury anniversary day Friday 15 November Primary/Intermediate Canterbury South anniversary day Monday 23 September Friday 13th December 2019 Westland anniversary day Monday 2 December Holiday Sat14 December Otago anniversary day Monday 25 March Secondary & Composite Southland anniversary day Tuesday 23 April Christmas Holidays Chatham Islands anniversary day Monday 2 December

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First Anniversary Cotton ♂ male ♀ female Second Anniversary Paper ⚦ transgender, transsexual, alchemical Third Anniversary Leather symbol for iron or crocus of iron Fourth Anniversary Fruit & Flower ⚲ neuter, eunuch Fifth Anniversary Wood ⚪ asexuality; genderless; betrothed.

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

Fifteenth Anniversary Crystal two men holding hands Twentieth Anniversary China two women holding hands Twenty-Fifth Anniversary Silver/Coral Fortieth Anniversary Ruby Marriage Status Signs Forty-Fifth Anniversary Sapphire ⚭ Married ⚮ Divorced ⚯ Separated

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Library News Pauls Recommendations for May Three new titles at your Library this month: Dr Caroline Leaf graces our shelves this month with Think Learn Succeed, a book which promises to unlock your hidden potential. A book to be used either in the workplace, school, or in life. Her previous book has gone out 48 times from the library, so get in quick for this one!

86 cruise ships in Port this summer so why are you not on one? Peruse The Cruise Handbook by Lonely Planet editors and see how you can get on a ship for less than you think. Covers all habitats and designed for first-time cruising punters, with facts to whet even the most jaded of travellers.

Navigators and Naturalists: French Exploration of New Zealand and the South Seas charts the South Pacific as it has never been described before. Auckland author Mike Lee has extensively covered D’Urville, Surville, Kermadec and Lavaud [Akaroa pioneer] and does these French rivals proud in comparison to the overshadowing history of Cook.

See you soon!

Paul Cuming | Collections Librarian, Tauranga City Libraries www.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 139 Greerton Rd, Phone: 07-577 7177

Handy info for international people Shop hours: Most shops in New Zealand operate standard opening hours, from around 9.00am to 5.00pm, Monday to Friday. Almost all shops open on Saturday, some with limited trading hours and many open Sundays. Shopping malls are open 7 days a week unless it is a stat like Christmas day. They have late night shopping usually on a Thursday or Friday. The Bay of Plenty offers a number of supermarkets with late closing every night. There are gas stations selling basic supermarket grocery food items and petrol which are open 24/7……………………….. ‘

Banks: Most banks are open traditional trading hours, 9.00am to 4.30pm Monday to Friday with some branches extending hours outside of this and a few operating on Saturday mornings. Usually, banks are closed in the weekend. However Automatic Teller Machines (ATM’s) are plentiful, outside the banks themselves, within shopping centres and in all main shopping areas. Check the emblems on your bank card or credit card against those advertised on the machine, this will tell you whether your card is accepted at a specific ATM.

There are alcohol-free zones Tauranga and Mount Maunganui have permanent and temporary alcohol-free zones. These areas are used to help manage drinking in public places. Sealed or unopened alcohol can be transported within alcohol-free zones. For example, you can purchase alcohol in an alcohol -free zone and carry it to your car or house. Permanent and temporary alcohol-free zones are signposted. For information on alcohol-free zones log into https://www.tauranga.govt.nz Emergency Services Call 111 Give good clear Information

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Market Dates

Cruise Boat Tauranga Pack a picnic and settle the family on Pilot Bay to watch the Cruise boats come and go in the harbour over the summer months.

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

Thankyou Lions Bethlehem Market Historic Village, 1st/3rd Sunday each month 8am-12noon Cambridge Farmers Market Victoria Park, Cambridge ... Every Saturday 8am-12 noon Te Awamutu Twilight Farmers Market, Selwyn Park, Every Thursday 3.30pm-6.30pm Frankton Market, Commerce Street, Frankton, Every Saturday 8am-1pm Hamilton Farmers Market, 204 River Road, Hamilton, Every Sunday 8am-12noon Omokoroa Lions Market 2nd Sunday of each month 9am-noon Western Avenue, Omokoroa Katikati Plant and Produce Market Every Friday 4pm -6pm A & P Showground's, SH2, Katikati Tauranga Farmers’ Market Each Saturday from 8am-12pm Tauranga Primary School, 5th Avenue Rotorua Night Market Tutanekai Street, Rotorua, Every Thursday 5pm-9pm Soundshell Market…Lakefront, Rotorua 9am to 3pm… telephone Liz or Gordon 07 3325782 Thames Market Pollen Street, Thames, Every Saturday 8am-12noon Peace Park Boon Street Whakatane 2nd & 4th Thursday till April Matata Reserve Main Road Matata 3rd Wednesday of every month. Site booking essential Gate Pa Car Boot Market by Tauranga Girls’ College. 934 Cameron Road 1st Saturday each month Tamahere Country Market St Stephens Church, Tamahere Hamilton, Every 3rd Saturday 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 1st Saturday of month outside the CHIRP ‘Redezine’ store 5 Merivale Road. Judy 022 681 9867.

"Urban Gallery (ex Cargo Shed) 10 Eden Crescent, Brookfield, Tauranga. Fri, Sat, Sun 10am-4.00pm"

New Zealand Key Facts

Dog Free Zone

Population: 4,791,258* Capital City: Wellington Largest City: Auckland Government: Constitutional Monarchy with a Parliamentary Democracy Primary Language: English (Other Official Languages): Maori, New Zealand Sign Language (NZSL) Currency: New Zealand Dollar ($) Prime Minister: Jacinda Adern Government: Labour Party National Rugby Team (Union): All Blacks National Anthem: God Defend New Zealand English Translation Of The Māori Lyrics Of God Defend New Zealand E Ihowā Atua, (Oh Lord, God) O ngā iwi mātou rā, (Of nations and of us too) Āta whakarongona; (Listen to us) Me aroha noa (Cherish us) Kia hua ko te pai; (Let goodness) flourish, Kia tau tō atawhai; (May your blessings flow) Manaakitia mai (Defend)

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IT’S NOT OK … HELP STOP THE CYCLE OF ABUSE.

Reporting child abuse Anyone can report suspected child abuse in this country and people who call Child, Youth and Family can ask to remain anonymous. Even if an investigation results in no abuse being found the law will protect you if you disclosed or supplied information in good faith.

Fear of being wrong is the single most common reason people might decide not to act.

People feel this way because they might be afraid of: Repercussions - being thought insensitive - breaking a confidence - being disloyal.

One of the best ways to overcome this fear is to equip ourselves with good knowledge and to discuss concerns early with an appropriate person.

You can use the Child, Youth and Family freephone – 0508 326 459 – to sound out your concerns.

If you are concerned that a child or young person is being abused, remember that their safety and wellbeing comes first.

When you are reporting a concern, Child, Youth and Family will need to know as much as possible about the situation. Useful details include the name, age and ethnicity of the child or young person, the address where the child or young person can be found, and as much about the abuse or your concerns as possible.

Separation and Responsibilities 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.

PARTY SAFE Hey it’s party season that means fun times with friends. 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.

Unless you know who is buying your drink 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 contacted if needed.

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.

Drink: Monitor your drink intake. Intoxication puts you in a vulnerable place for danger (disputes, rape, Alcatraz lockup) Don’t make an idiot of yourself that you can’t remember and regret. Carry some morals with you while out having fun. 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

KEEP DRINKS IN SIGHT Don’t leave your drinks unattended at and any stage as it may put you in danger of someone spiking your drink,

NEVER THINK it won’t happen to you!

Bottle drinking is safe as you can put your thumb in the neck of the bottle.

Buy your own drinks unless you know who you are allowing to do this for you.

Party Safe

Stranger Danger Tips Parents can easily become obsessed with the idea of 'stranger danger'. Yes, there are child predators and paedophiles on our streets and in our parks and we must train our children how to identify suspicious behaviour and how to react if threatened.

HOWEVER you must never lose sight of the fact that most child abuse, harm and cruelty is carried out by somebody known to the child such as a family member, a friend of the family, or somebody in a position of trust with unsupervised access to the child.

Sometimes children have no choice but to ask a stranger for help whether urgent or otherwise There are clearly risks with children approaching any type of stranger in any environment and it has to be seen as a last resort when they do not have a parent or other trusted adult with them.

Babysitters If you are going out and getting babysitters make sure you know who you are leaving with your children. It is better if the children know the babysitter so they feel secure and safe. See they have your contact numbers in case there is a problem. Make sure they have the house locked for safety .

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Violence

After Suicide Support Group.

‘Choice’ So many ideas, thoughts and pain

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.

“Good Grief”

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.

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

Adoption “Adoptee Experience” If you are an adoptee struggling with life there is a support group here in Tauranga we meet every second Thursday 6pm at Arataki Community Centre.

Contact Scott 0275656459 .

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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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

Grandparents Raising Grandchildren. .

Who we are: For most grandparents, raising grandchildren is a result of an unexpected and traumatic event that requires a significant readjustment to their lives and those of their grandchildren.

Grandparents Raising Grandchildren Trust NZ is a unique organisation that has a deep understanding of both the benefits of grandchildren being raised by their grandparents and the challenges it can present.

We provide support services to grandparents who are raising their grandchildren on a full time basis.

Our Vision: A community where grandparents raising grandchildren are empowered to provide a safe, secure and nurturing home for their grandchildren.

Our Purpose: To provide support services to grandparents raising grandchildren to protect and promote the well being of children in their care..

Our Values: Family is everything. Knowledge is strength Children are our taoga (treasure) .

Regards, Karen Ormsby ,…

Tauranga coordinator for GRG. … Phone: 0212255108

You are not alone. 0800 227 233 … 27/7 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 MOUNT MAUNGANUI INFOPAC (610 Maunganui Road, Mt) (610 Maunganui Rd, Mt Maunganui) Chris Bishell (Principal Trustee) Ph: 575 9066 or 0274300988

Alcoholics Anonymous Alcoholics Anonymous is a fellowship of men and women who share their experience strength and hope with each other that they may solve their common problem and help others to recover from alcoholism. The only requirement for membership is a desire to stop drinking. There are no dues or fees for AA membership. We are fully self-supporting through our own contributions. AA is not allied with any sect, denomination, politics, organization, or institution; AA does not wish to engage in any controversy; neither endorses or opposes any causes. Our primary purpose is to stay sober and help other alcoholics achieve sobriety.

There are daily meetings here in the BOP. Phone 0800 229 6757 or www.aa.org.nz

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Always ask the owner first before you pat/touch/feed an animal you don't know.

Please ask before petting!

I completely get it. I want to pet every dog I see, every dog I've heard of, and every dog I make up in my mind. However, I'm also the owner of a sometimes-reactive dog. I would love to be able to say "anyone can pet my dog at any time," but it's just not true. Just like me, my dog doesn't always want to be touched, and that's ok.

Please don't take it personally if a dog doesn't want to be petted.

This point is an extension of the first rule. We don't know the past experiences that any given dog has experienced! When I adopted my dog at one year old, she came with approximately one billion pre-programmed fears. In addition to their life experiences, dogs can have stressful days, feel ill or may be experiencing any number of stressors unrelated to you.

Please let dogs take the lead.

Humans have a tendency to forget that dogs aren't stuffed animals who are here for our petting pleasure. Remember that if you're given permission to pet a dog, it's always best to let the dog come to you. Crouch down to the dog's level, extend your hand and then wait for the dog to show interest (hand licking, tail wagging or voluntarily coming closer to you) before proceeding.

Please don't feed my dog without asking.

Look, we all wish we could feed everything to every dog. There are 10 dogs on my street that I want to give ice cream to at any given moment, but feeding someone else's dog is potentially dangerous. The dog may have allergies or sensitivities that you don't know about. (Also, are you familiar with all the foods that dogs can't eat? There may be some you don't know about!) Plus, some owners don't want their dog to have "people food."

Caring For Pets In An Emergency If you have pets it is a great idea to include them in your emergency planning.

Here are a few easy things you can do to: Put aside some items for them in your own emergency box – such as a blanket, food, water and a lead. Remember you need to have enough to make it on your own for at least three days.

Clearly identify your pet. Attach a permanent disc to your pet’s collar that includes your phone number, name and address or even better microchip them. The SPCA in Christchurch managed to reunite many pets with their owners because of the ease of identification.

In the event of an evacuation take your pets with you if you can safely do so. Pets are unlikely to survive on their own and you might not be able to find them when you return home. Be prepared by identifying shelter locations which will take pets, as not all of the main shelters will.

The New Zealand branch of the World Society for the Protection of Animals (WSPA) has some really useful planning tools for taking care pets in an emergency, including disaster packs for different pets – http://disaster.wspa.org.nz/

We never get tired of talking about our dogs.

You probably already know this one, but to clarify: never feel bad about asking us about our dog's backstory. Sometimes people will ask what my dog's story is and will start with "you probably get this all the time, but ... " I do get asked this question all the time, and I'm still not sick of talking about it!

Please don't give us unsolicited advice.

This is true in all situations, regardless if a dog is involved or not. Please don't give unsolicited advice about our pets! It's annoying; we won't take it; and everyone loses.

Everything is a process.

If you see our dog exhibiting an unwanted behaviour, we are usually working on it! Believe me, I wish my dog barked less, too. My trainer and I work on it every week. All training takes time. So much time. Please be patient with us!

When in doubt, ask!

Unsure about anything related to my dog? Just ask! Does she like kids?

(Sometimes.) Is she good with cats? (Yes!) Can you feed her an entire cob of corn? (No.) I will talk about my dog for days on end, and I'm happy to answer questions about how to interact with her, what her favourite food is, what she smells like, or literally anything else you want to know.

Our dogs take precedence over everything else in our lives.

Lots of great reading at: https://www.cuteness.com We equip people with the skills needed to participate fully in society.

This includes support in living independently, getting around, using technology, continuing to read and communicate, being socially active and staying in or looking for work.

Call us on 0800 24 33 33

43 Alach Street, Greerton PO Box 2087 Tauranga Phone 07 578 0245

They maybe cute BUT rules apply to cute dogs

CC’s Mount Maunganui InfoPac, Phone: 021 501 200 … Email: mm.infopac@gmail.com Disaster preparedness for people with disabilities Being prepared for any disaster is essential but if you, or a member of your household have a disability then you may need to make some extra arrangements to be able to cope in an emergency.

These include learning more about the hazards in your area, building a personal support network to help you and practicing your emergency plan.

Whether you are physically impaired or have other medical concerns you should ensure that any warning systems you use are appropriate for your needs.

You should keep at least seven days’ supply of essential medications in your home and make provision for any that need to be refrigerated. Any special dietary needs or equipment should be included.

The Disabilities Resource Centre Trust and the Bay of Plenty Emergency Management Group have prepared a document with lots of helpful tips and checklists.

For more information and help visit www.tauranga.govt.nz or www.getthru.govt.nz

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How to get ready Get your family ready. Get your family together to develop and practice your household emergency plan. Assemble and maintain an emergency survival kit.

Have a getaway kit in case you have to leave in a hurry.

Don’t forget your pets.

If you have pets or livestock, include them in your emergency planning.

Keep your car ready.

Plan ahead for what you will do if you are in your car when a disaster strikes. In some emergencies you may be stranded in your vehicle for some time. A flood, snow storm or major traffic accident could make it impossible to proceed.

Consider having essential emergency survival items in your car and keep enough fuel in your car.

Assist vulnerable people in your family or community.

If you, a family member or neighbour has a disability or any special requirement that may affect their ability to cope in a disaster, develop a support plan. For more information visit the BOP Civil Defence website at www.BOPCivilDefence.govt.nz.

Don’t forget important documents,

Are you prepared for an emergency?

The Tauranga area faces a number of potential hazards, such as earthquakes, tsunami, and flooding. We can’t remove these hazards, but we can take steps to reduce the impacts of an emergency event, and prepare ourselves to recover more quickly and comfortably.

Steps we can all take to help be better prepared: 1 – Know your hazards and risks 4 – Agree on a meeting place 7 – Know how to turn off utilities 10 – Prepare an emergency/getaway kit

2 – Make your home safer 5 – Plan for your children 8 – Store emergency water 11 – Know your neighbours

3 – Prepare an out of region contact 6 – Know where to find information 9 – Stock emergency supplies 12 – Identify your nearest Civil Defence Centre

For more information and help visit www.tauranga.govt.nz or www.getthru.govt.nz

Drop, Cover and Hold is the right action to take in an earthquake.

It stops you being knocked over, makes you a smaller target for falling and flying objects and protects your head, neck and vital organs.

• DROP down on your hands and knees. This protects you from falling but lets you move if you need to.

• COVER your head and neck (or your entire body if possible) under a sturdy table or desk (if it is within a few steps of you). If there is no shelter nearby, and cover your head and neck with your arms and hands.

HOLD on to your shelter (or your position to protect your head and neck) until the shaking stops. If the shaking shifts your shelter around, move with it.

If there is no shelter near you crawl to an inside corner of the room and cover your head and neck with your hands and arms.

Many people are injured while trying to move DURING the shaking. It is safer to Drop, Cover, and Hold until the shaking is over.

If you are near the coast If you are near the coast and feel an earthquake that is LONG or STRONG: GET GONE. A tsunami is a series of waves caused by large earthquakes. All of New Zealand’s coast line is at risk of tsunami. A tsunami wave can grow to become a fast moving wall of water.

If you are at the coast and experience any of the following: • Feel a strong earthquake that makes it hard to stand up, or a weak rolling earthquake that lasts a minute or more • See a sudden rise or fall in sea level Hear loud and unusual noises from the sea Move immediately to the nearest high ground, or as far inland as you can. Walk or bike if possible.

Do not wait for official warnings.

For a local source tsunami which could arrive in minutes, there won’t be time for an official warning. It is important to recognise the natural warning signs ... act quickly.

Remember, LONG or STRONG: GET GONE. Where do tsunami come from?

Tsunami can come from different sources.

A distant source tsunami, like one generated from Chile, could take 14 hours or more to arrive. A regional source tsunami, like one generated from the Southwest Pacific, could take between one and three hours to arrive. In these cases we will have time to issue official warning messages.

A local source tsunami generated from an earthquake close to New Zealand, can arrive at New Zealand coastal areas within minutes.

In this case, official warnings are unlikely to be issued before damaging waves arrive, so people in coastal areas need to take immediate action – if you feel an earthquake that makes it hard to stand, or lasts more than a minute – move immediately to higher ground or as far inland as possible.

Remember: LONG OR STRONG, GET GONE. Subscribe to Emergency Alerts - Civil Defence bopcivildefence.govt.nz/emergency-status/subscribe/ Most earthquake-related injuries and deaths result from falling debris, flying glass and collapsing structures such as buildings and bridges. Earthquakes can also trigger landslides, avalanches, flash floods, fires and tsunami.

More info http://getthru.govt.nz/disasters/earthquake/

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Nashville Live: Trustpower Baypark Arena, Mt Maunganui, Bay of Plenty Fri 5 Apr 7:30pm

SAT 4TH MAY 2019 - 6:30PM

Closing Night Fireworks Extravaganza

Three important words in life Without this there is nothing

The Lady Killers A Dream team of New Zealand’s favourite female vocalists.

From a whisper to a scream and everything in between, The lady Killers make music bursting with harmony, beauty and power. The Lady Killers approach is simple; take great songs and lovingly accessorize them with harmony. The Lady Killers sound defies pigeonholing, wilfully crossing genres from pop, R&B, jazz, gospel, country to a whole lotta rock and gleefully name-checking iconic artists such as Queen, The Beatles, Neil Young, Neil Finn and Dolly Parton. These gals sing anything that takes their fancy! A Lady Killers performance is a dazzling vocal tour de force full of wonderful pin drop moments, warmly presented by women who know how to entertain and have a good laugh too!

The Lady Killers today is a three-piece trio with Jackie, Tina and Suzie. They met in early 2005 when they shared the stage at a series of benefit concerts. Having admired each other’s work for years, they decided to join forces in pursuit of harmony bliss and a jolly good time. The Lady Killers debuted in October 2005 after months of intense rehearsals, vocal arranging, coffee-drinking and gas-bagging. Since then The Lady Killers have had a very full dance card with stellar engagements at Blackbarn in the Hawkes Bay, Mills reef in Tauranga, and Brightwater in Nelson and many successful concerts around the country (occasionally they even perform where wine isn’t available). Career highlights include supporting Tom Jones, The Beach Boys, several trips to Kuala Lumpur, performing on the Queen Victoria, Queen Elizabeth and the Queen Mary 2 and many trips to the Pacific to entertain kiwis.

The gals have performed to 150,000 at Sky City Starlight Symphony and Coca-Cola Christmas in the Park, headlined the annual Lakeside Concert in Rotorua for a crowd of 35,000 and twinkled their toes in the snow at the Queenstown Winter Festival. They’ve guested with the NZSO, the APO and Orchestra Wellington and enthralled audiences from Waitangi to Invercargill with their power packed shows.

Come and see them live at a not to be missed concert on Friday, 24 May at the Holy Trinity Church in Tauranga. Tickets are on sale now for $65 per person, with all proceeds going directly towards raising essential funds for Waipuna Hospice and providing specialist medical care for patients living with a life limiting illness. These gals are notorious for selling out so get your ticket now!

meet the shortfall in our operating costs. That’s a little over $71,000 per week! Grants, bequests, special public appeals, events, volunteering, merchandise and our Waipuna Hospice charity shops help raise funds towards this enormous fundraising target.

Waipuna Hospice delivers vital palliative care and support services, information and advocacy to help people make the most of their lives. We provide care and support not just for patients physical needs, but also their emotional, spiritual and social needs. We are not just the end of the road; 3-6 months is the average length of care for each patient - often it is much longer. Our goal is to help people make the most of their lives; to live every moment in whatever way is important to them. Waipuna Hospice also provide care and support to family and friends, both before and after the death of a loved one.

We expect to care for around 1,000 patients this year and provide support services to them and their families. The majority of our patients are cared for under our Hospice at Home service. Our Inpatient Unit provides short-term admissions for pain management, symptom control, respite care and in some cases end of life care. Our Day Services clinics provide for newly referred and more active, independent patients. We offer support services to all patients and their families including counselling, social work, therapeutic and lymphedema massage, respite, healthcare assistance, caregiver education and a Day Programme to which our patients can come for companionship, a shared meal, entertainment or activities.

Everything we provide is at no charge to patients and their families because we believe that hospice care should be available for everyone who needs it. Whilst provided at no cost to people using hospice services it costs a lot to provide. This financial year we need to raise $3.7 million to cover those costs.

OUR VISION High quality end of life care for all.

OUR MISSION To provide the best possible specialist hospice palliative care, enhancing the quality of life for those facing end of life and bereavement.

OUR VALUES (CARE-Quality) Compassion - Supporting one another – patient, families, whanau, friends, staff, volunteers and colleagues Advocacy - Ensuring equity of access to services for all our communities Respect - Upholding autonomy of each person and their community, accepting one another’s cultures and beliefs Empathy - Acknowledging uniqueness, supporting with dignity, respect and compassion Waipuna Hospice is not funded by government, while some of our services are contracted Quality - Committed to continuous improvement, aligned to values and core services from the District Health Board we need to raise $3.7 million in the coming financial year to Funds raised from this event will go directly towards providing specialist medical care for patients living with a life limiting illness within Tauranga and the Western Bay of Plenty from Waihi Beach to Paengaroa. Waipuna Hospice also provides a range of support services for patients and their families, including counselling, chaplaincy services, books and resources, caregiver education, bereavement support, advocacy, advanced care planning, therapeutic massage, biographies, social work and child, adolescent and family service.

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Just a reminder to dog owners Prohibited areas There are some areas in Tauranga where you are not allowed to take your dog, either because of ecological sensitivities or because they are used intensively by the public.

These areas include:

Beaches Mount Maunganui main beach, from Moturiki (Leisure) Island to Mauao (Mount Maunganui) Pilot Bay from Mauao to Salisbury Avenue Omanu Beach, within 200 metres from Omanu Surf Club premises Papamoa Beach, within 200 metres from the Papamoa Surf Club premises Beach means any land on or adjacent to the seacoast and includes any walkway, boardwalk, the foreshore and dunes.

This means that dogs are not allowed on the dunes, grass or boardwalk at Mount Maunganui main beach.

This also means dogs are not allowed on the grassed area between the road and beach at Pilot Bay.

Beautiful Mount Maunganui

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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.

Mauao. (Caught by the morning sun) … Mauao is known as the Mount by the locals. (232m high) 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.

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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 to 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 are 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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According to Roimata Minhinnick, Maori traditionally used the island for gathering Titi (Mutton Bird) and fern roots. Finfish, crayfish and shellfish were harvested from the surrounding moana.

Motuotau Island may also have been used for storing food as kumara pits can still be seen.

Ocean Beach from Mauao, Mount Maunganui (c1915-1920).

Photo: Tauranga City Libraries.

Motuotau Island (Mount Maunganui) 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 Motuotau Island, Mount Maunganui. Photo: Paul Cuming.

A small island located off Mount Maunganui's main beach, Moturiki Island has been the site of Moturiki Pa, Moturiki Quarry, Marineland and Leisure Island. Today it is a protected reserve and home to a wide variety of wildlife which includes a colony of little blue penguins.

Read about Moturiki Island Timeline: at http://tauranga.kete.net.nz/tauranga_local_history 1961: Moturiki, Mount Maunganui c1940s: Parts of Mount Maunganui campground looking toward Moturiki by Alf Rendell

Motiti Island is located off the Bay of Plenty coast of New Zealand's North Island. It is 21 kilometres (13 mi) north-east of Tauranga and 9.4 kilometres (5.8 mi) north -east of Papamoa. There were 18 homes occupied by 27 people on the island in the 2006 Census.[1] A relatively flat island covering some 10 km2 (3.9 sq mi), it is composed mainly of Miocene volcanic rocks, overlaid with more recent sediments in the south.[2] The principal activity on the island is agriculture, with a developing avocado plantation.[3] Most residents and visitors travel to the island by air.

Motiti Island, From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Motiti_Island

Rangiwaea is accessible from Matakana at low water.

It consists mainly of horticultural blocks run by the Maori owners. It is of similar geological formation to the “bulge” of Matakana. The marae on Rangiwaea are Rangiwaea (Whanau a Tauwhao) and Oponui

Matakana Island (Tauranga) Mauao in the foreground with Matakana Island behind Matakana Island protects the sheltered waters of Tauranga’s inner harbour.

It extends for some 25 kilometres from the narrow and less used northern entrance opposite Te Kura a Maia, Bowentown Heads, to the south-eastern entrance to the port of Tauranga opposite Mauao (Mount Maunganui).

Matakana Island

The main island is divided into two parts. An elevated area of fertile soil where most of the inhabitants live bulges out into the inner harbour opposite the Omokoroa peninsula. It is protected from the sea by the long, low, sandy part of the island, which has supported a forest of exotic pines since the 1920s.

Tauranga libruary Local History http://tauranga.kete.net.nz/tauranga_local_history

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DRINK DRIVING We have all been warned about drink driving.

We all know we are not to drink & drive …!!!

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PUT DOWN THE MOBILE PHONES …

DON’T TXT WHEN DRIVING!!!

Regardless of all the advertising, Police warnings, people still drive and use mobile phones. What is there not to understand? The Have your parties enjoy your friends and celebrate holidays but use your danger they are putting themselves and others in by driving with brains, organise your travel home or stay at your friend’s place. eyes off the road.

DON’T BE A BLOODY IDIOT!

Taxis are available and in the end are cheaper than a drink driving ticket, loss Come on people don’t be so bloody stupid … there is enough of licence or living with the fact you have injured or killed another person. advertising around warning you of the dangers but still you do it.

Remember if you kill another person or yourself you

You think it won’t and can’t happen to you… think again.

HURT & WRECK so many people’s lives.

Too Late? You idiot when you sober up and realize what you have done Sooner or later you will be a victim … just what the damage will be will you be able to still say you enjoyed your drinks? Will you be able to … death of someone else … a child or a mother or father? Or maybe you taking your last breath … hopefully live with what you have done?

you got to finish your txt message?

Don’t be an idiot have respect for others on the road. Don’t text people if you know they are driving!...

You may end up being the last to txt them!

Mount Tutu Eco-Sanctuary, Mount Tutu Eco-Sanctuary, 1190 Ohauiti Road, RD 3, Tauranga, Bay of Plenty, 3173, New Zealand.

Phone: +64 7 544 3481

At Mount Tutu Eco-Sanctuary, a unique accommodation in our native rainforest and bird sanctuary, protected by QEII National Trust Covenant, awaken to native bird song.

In our 16 acre hideaway watch and listen to native birds: Tui, Piwakawaka (Fantail), Bellbird, Kereru (Woodpigeon), Waxeye, Pukeko, Grey Warbler, Paradise Duck, and at night listen to the haunting call of the native owl, the Morepork (Ruru).

Be enchanted by the majestic Harrier Hawke as it soars. The Kereru swoop above your head, the Fantail flit around you, and the Tui with the white tuft on its neck sings its melody all day long, and the Bell Bird rings its bells across the forest. Spring is heralded by the arrival of the Shining Cuckoo from the Solomon Islands.

List your Clubs Free Meditation - Free Classes: Thursdays 7:30pm Bellevue. Ph David or Trisha at 570 1204. Find Peace, Balance, Joy. End stress, enjoy good health.

Mount Papamoa Coffee Group: Junction Coffee & Chat 1-2pm Papamoa MacDonalds. Come & meet others for support & friendship. For details call Junction 543 3010 Plunket Car Seat Clinic: Is your baby's car seat safely installed? 471 Devonport Road, Tauranga. Monday & Thursday 10am-2pm. Ph 578 7813 no appointment required Sunshine Sequence Dance Group: Learn dancing at a friendly club. Thursday, commencing Mar 1, Baptist Church Hall, 13th Ave, 7pm-10pm. $2 entrance includes supper. Jan 544 4379 Alcoholics Anonymous: Open meeting every Monday & Friday mornings at 10am. Wesley Methodist Church, 13th Ave & Cameron Rd. Ph 0800 229 6757 Genealogy Support Group: The Library support group meets on the 2nd Friday of the month either at Greerton or Tauranga Library. Experts available to assist. Register: ph 577 7177 TAURANGA Social Dance Club: First Saturday monthly at the Greerton Hall from 7:30pm. Sequence & Old Time dancing, supper & raffles. Entry $7. Ph Faye 543 3280 Chess Mount Maunganui: Mount RSA Chess Club every Mon, 544 Maunganui Rd. 6-7:30pm during school term. Late program 7:30pm. Standard rules. Incl casual games. Noel 579 5412 Hanna Somatic Movement Education: Gentle/safe/easy restorative movement. Monday & Thursdays 5:30pm Tauranga Senior Citizens Hall. Tuesday & Thursday 9am Scout Hall Moa Park. 027 227 4161 Meditation - Free Classes: Mondays at 10am in Bellevue. Find Peace, Balance, Joy. End Stress, Stay Healthy. Ph David or Trisha on 570 1204 Nam Wah Pai: Chinese style martial art training Mondays at Selywn Ridge school 6pm to 7.30pm new students welcome. Ph Brian 021 241 7059 @namwahpaibop.com Recycled Teenagers Gentle Exercise: 50s+ & illness/injury rehabilitation. Monday & Wednesday at Tauranga Senior Citizens Club 14 Norris Street, Tuesdays St. Mary’s Church Hall. All 9am-10:30am. Jennifer 571 1411 Tauranga Rocknroll Club: Lessons & social evening of dancing Mondays @ Legion of Frontiersman Hall, 165 Elizabeth Street. Inquiries ph Malcolm 027 592 7240, or www.taurangarocknrollclub.org.nz Te Puke Menz Shed: Mondays, Wednesdays & Saturdays @ 9am at 86B No. 3 Road Te Puke. New members welcome. Ph 573 8655 or 573 6779 Cherrywood Probus Club: Meets on the second Monday each month at The Citz Club. We cater for fun-loving active retirees. All enquiries to Russell Ph 571 5050 Tauranga Embroiderers Guild: Meets EVERY Wednesday at the Tauranga Rowing Club, Devonport Road, Tauranga 10am-2:30pm 7pm-9:30pm. Beginners very welcome. Ph Jenny Williams 07 5623757 Tauranga South Garden Club: First Wed of month at Central Baptist Church Hall cnr 13th Ave/Cameron Rd 1:30-3pm Visitors welcome. Ph 578 1017 Unique Ukulele group: A group of players who meet to share their music at Tauranga RSA. 2nd & 4th Wednesdays of the month at 1pm. Ph Loma 579 5109 Adoptee Support Tauranga: Support Group for Adoptees. We meet every 2nd Thursday at 6 pm at the Arataki Community Centre. Ph Scott for details 027 565 6459

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Tips to help you avoid driver fatigue Get a good night's sleep before driving, preferably eight hours.

Avoid driving during the hours when you are normally sleeping. For most people, this will be between 10pm and 6am. If you normally have a mid-afternoon nap, then you should avoid driving at that time. Make sure that following a period of sleep you are fully awake before driving.

Don't drink even small amounts of alcohol. It will make the effects of fatigue much worse.

When taking long trips, plan your journey to include rest breaks. Share the driving if possible. Snack on light, fresh foods. Recognise the warning signs

Some warning signs are: Having trouble focusing, keeping your eyes open or holding your head up Daydreaming, wandering or disconnected thoughts, loss of memory Yawning or rubbing your eyes repeatedly Drifting from your lane, tailgating and missing signs or exits Feeling restless and irritable.

Stop to revive, then drive During long trips, take rest breaks about every two hours

DRINK DRIVING We have all been warned about drink driving. We all know we are not to drink & drive …!!! … As the ads on the TV say ….

DON’T BE A BLOODY IDIOT! Have your parties, enjoy your friends and celebrate, but use your brains and organise your travel home or stay at your friends place.

Taxis are available and in the end are cheaper than a drink driving ticket, loss of licence or living with the fact you have injured or killed another person.

Remember if you kill another person or yourself you HURT & WRECK so many people’s life's.

If you start feeling sleepy: don't keep driving – pull over immediately in a safe place (as far off the road as possible) move to the passenger seat and take a 15–20 minute power nap. A short sleep is very refreshing – try not to nap for a period longer than 40 minutes otherwise you may feel groggy and disoriented when you wake up and for quite some time afterwards (this is called sleep inertia) wait at least 10 minutes to make sure that you are completely awake before you start driving again. If you still feel sleepy don't drive, find a place to sleep for an extended period or for the night.

Does the Helmet Fit? The helmet needs to sit squarely on the head, with the front of the helmet low on the brow, protecting http://www.nzta.govt.nz/resources/roadcode/about-limits/driver-fatigue.html the forehead.

Side straps should be fastened securely just below and forward of Buckle up the ears. There should be no slack Don’t let your family holiday be marred by tragedy simply because someone didn’t buckle up. If you’re in the system when the chin strap is the driver, you are legally responsible for making sure all fastened. If a helmet is worn too passengers under the age of 15 are securely restrained with loosely, it slides back (exposing the forehead) or falls off in a crash. either a safety belt or child restraint. Children under seven must be properly restrained by an approved child restraint suitable to their size and weight.

Find out more about the requirements for child restraints and safety belts.

Check your helmet position and fit by looking in a mirror. Gently rotate the helmet on your head, front to back, and side to side, noticing the skin in your brow area. If the fit is comfortable, and the skin moves with the helmet, you have a proper fit. If not, your helmet is too loose – try the adjustment steps again.

When in doubt about your family’s helmets, visit your local, reputable bicycle shop.

Experts there can assist you with fitting or, when necessary, direct you to a new Traffic volumes increase significantly during the holidays and helmet. If your old helmet cannot maintain its fit, it should be replaced. you’ll be sharing the road with other cars, as well as Parents: Wear Your Helmets Too! pedestrians, cyclists, heavy trucks, buses, campervans and

Remember you’re sharing the road

vehicles towing boats or caravans.

Always keep a safe following distance between yourself and the vehicle in front. This gives you a safe stopping distance should the vehicle in front of you stop suddenly.

Be particularly alert around pedestrians, cyclists and motorcyclists. These road users have considerably less protection than you. Keep an eye out especially for cyclists if you’re travelling tourist routes during summer.

If you’re cycling or motorcycling, make sure you’re visible and wearing proper protective gear.

Keep an eye out for children Watch out for children on the road. Young cyclists and pedestrians can be unpredictable, as they are poor judges of vehicle speed. Children may also be learning to ride new bikes over the holidays.

Make sure the bike is in road worthy condition and that the helmet has no damage or cracks that would weaken them in the case of an accident..

It is important that children understand the road rules and are mindful of what they are doing and what traffic is around them.

Teach them that they have a responsibility to themselves and others using the roads.

BE SAFE CAREFUL and ALERT at all times.

New Zealand Transport agency … https://www.nzta.govt.nz/safety/driving-safely/driving-in-the-holidays/

When parents wear their helmets when out riding it can set a powerful example about safety to wear helmets when out on the bike.

The roads in town are for everyone. We should expect pedestrians and cyclists. About one third of crashes are caused by SPEEDING If a child steps out 45 metres away and the vehicle is travelling at 60km/h by the time the alert driver reacts and brakes, the car will still be travelling at 44km/h when the child is hit .

There is a one in three chance that the child will die. ►If a vehicle hits a person at 50km/h, the risk of death is 40% ►If a vehicle hits a person at 60km/h, the risk of death is 70% ►If a vehicle hits a person at 70km/h, the risk of death is 96%

Kill your speed, not a child SLOW DOWN

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What are you hoping to pass down to them?

We were having a MAJOR clean out at home the other day, in the JUNK room. I looked at my wife's collection of vacuum cleaners and said ‘which ones are we throwing out?”

She said to me ‘Well this one doesn’t work, but it was Grandads’, so really it was an heirloom Vacuum cleaner, and can’t possibly be thrown away. So it’s still there, as are all the rest.

My daughters will happily tell you I’m as old as the dinosaurs, which means I understand the perceived value of a 50 year old Tellus Vacuum cleaner. It was of value to our parents or grandparents, in the same way as grandads suit. These are things that grandparents would have saved up to purchase and they placed value in. No credit cards, no ‘get it now pay next year’ deals back then. They had to save hard week by week, and walk into the store with a fist full of cash.

So now that you are parents of a Jack or a Sophie, what are you hoping to pass down to them, either as they leave home, or as they pack up your worldly possessions when it’s time for a rest home or the final departure. It is natural that as parents we want better for our children and many of us want to be able to help them on their journey, as the cycle of life goes around again.

Parents, at times, would hope that their children follow their sport, or interests. Indeed this may become part of the family culture as the children grow. It may be gardening, or DIY, or sailing here in the fantastic Tauranga Harbour. Whatever the culture may be, there will be memories that your want to make with your children. Sadly, in today’s rapidly changing world, the latest Brand Y Vacuum cleaner you melted the plastic card to buy won’t mean much to generation Y in 40 years. What will be of value is the memories that your children carry with them of you. The practical life lessons that you taught them. The time you spent with them, and the days you choose not to be a slave to the job, to see their soccer game, or watch their swimming sports. These are the things that children or young adults will remember.

So, forget buying the next Lexus in order to keep up with the Jones’ and keep driving the 15 year old Toyota that you’ve had since ages ago. Use the money on a memory building experience. If the kids don’t want to play your sport, you play theirs, well try to anyway. My wife and I both went to university while our children were young, and while it was a struggle at the time we now have one daughter at University with a scholarship, and another doing well at College, we have taught them by example that knowledge is of value, and it’s never too late to make a change in life. My working class Grandparents would have struggled to get their head around the possibility of their moko attending University, however their value was in a Tellus Vacuum cleaner. Teach your kids to dream big and to aim high, but also to respect the past generations sacrifice to better their children, which they are. .

See you next month, that’s June! Where is the year going!

Need to talk text or phone 1737 Lifeline 0800543354 Parent line 9am-11pm 0800568856 Have a good time, see you next month.

Donald Welsh … Parenting Coach

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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. ….

Delivery and pick up is included in the hire.

Hollow drums are also available.

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

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Early Detection The early detection of cancer means finding cancer before there are symptoms or as soon as possible after they develop. Its aim is to find the cancer before it has time to spread to other parts of the body.

Early detection can help to reduce the time before diagnosis and, hopefully, lower the mortality rates for many types of cancer. It is important to always seek medical advice as soon as you notice any unusual changes.

Unfortunately, while some cancers have early warning signs that are easy to identify many do not. The important message is to be aware of any changes that are out of the ordinary for you and to see a health professional as soon as possible to discuss what these changes may mean.

For more information go to http://www.cancernz.org.nz

Seizure First Aid Stay with the person Time the seizure Protect from injury Loosen anything tight from round the neck Do not restrain the person Do not put anything in the mouth Roll the person on their side as the seizure subsides Talk to the person reassuringly, after the seizure

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POSITIVE ATTITUDE GIVES YOU POWER “A positive attitude gives you power over your circumstances instead of your circumstances having power over you.”

— Joyce Meyer

JOKES I was out walking with my 4-year-old daughter. She picked up something off the ground and started to put it in her mouth.

I took the item away from her and I asked her not to do that.

'Why?' my daughter asked.

'Because it's been on the ground; you don't know where it's been, it's dirty, And probably has germs,' I replied. .

And the day came when the risk it took to remain tight inside the bud was more painful than the risk it took to blossom. - Anais Nin “Whenever you read a cancer booklet or website or whatever, they always list depression among the side effects of cancer. But, in fact, depression is not a side effect of cancer. Depression is a side effect of dying.” – John Green, The Fault in Our Stars

At this point, my daughter looked at me with total admiration and asked, 'Mum, how do you know all this stuff?

You are so smart.'

I was thinking quickly and replied, 'All mums know this stuff.

It's on the Mum Test.

You have to know it, or they don't let you be a Mum.' We walked along in silence for 2 or 3 minutes, but she was evidently pondering this new information. .

Try to love and live the question itself. Don't search for the answer. Perhaps then, someday far in the future, you will gradually, without even noticing it, live your way into the answer.

- Rainer Maria Rilke “Start by doing what’s necessary, then do what’s possible, and suddenly you are doing the impossible.” – Francis of Assisi “The greatest discovery of my generation is that a human being can alter his life by altering his attitudes of mind.” –William James “Be miserable. Or motivate yourself. Whatever has to be done, it’s always your choice.” – Wayne Dyer “Self-pity gets you nowhere. One must have the adventurous daring to accept oneself as a bundle of possibilities and undertake the most interesting game in the world: making the most of one’s best.” – Harry Emerson Fosdick http://undepress.net/depression-quotes

'Oh....I get it!' she beamed, 'So if you don't pass the test you have to be the dad.'

'Exactly,' I replied with a big smile on my face.

"The federal government has a new plan that will let people send texts to 911. Yeah, it's a little frustrating when you try to text, 'Burglar! Please hurry!,' and it auto-corrects to, 'Burger, please. Hungry.'" -Jimmy Fallon A blonde goes into a store and sees a shiny object on the shelf.

She asks the clerk, "What is that shiny object?"

The clerk replies, "That is a thermos."

The blonde then asks, "What does it do?"

The clerk responds, "It keeps hot things hot and it keeps cold things cold."

The blonde says, "Oh! I could use something like that!!

I'll take it!" The next day, as she walks into work with her new thermos she spots her boss and shows off her shiny new thermos, "I just got this yesterday, isn't it wonderful! It's a thermos and it keeps hot things hot and cold things cold!"

The boss asks, "And what do you have in it?"

The blonde replies, "Some coffee and a Raspberry Ice Block"

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Another huge turn out for the Mount Maunganui Anzac Dawn Parade/Service We had the most beautiful sunrise for the service inviting a growing crowd of all ages, gathering together showing respect to all those who fought and lost their lives for us all, so that we can enjoy this beautiful country. New Zealand first observed Anzac Day in 1916 with processions, church services and public meetings attended by large crowds. In 1920, the Anzac Day Act made 25 April a public holiday to commemorate those who had died in the First World War. Now the day honours all New Zealanders who have served in wars overseas.

They shall grow not old, as we that are left grow old: Age shall not weary them, nor the years condemn.

At the going down of the sun and in the morning, We will remember them.

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Breaking the cycle of domestic violence is not easy but it is possible.

Ahakoa teitei te maunga ka taea te piki No matter how high the mountain, we can climb it.

Ahakoa pehea nunui te ngaru o te moana ka pakaru i te ihu o te waka No matter how high the wave of the sea, the prow of the little canoe will break it.

Depression Depression is something that so many people have or have had. It effects people in many ways depending on what each person is going through. Whether a person is suffering from marriage problems, suicide, financial or a loss of something they once had.

There is not a one fix for everyone, as we are all different which helps to make the world go on. Each person must come to terms of their own problems or what's bothering them in their own way, coming to terms of reality of how things are and maybe, what changes they need to make to help relieve the stress they are trying to cope with.

It is a huge help if a person can come to realise what is causing the depression and analyse the situation, “what is the worst thing about this problem” “what is good about the situation” and “ what can I do about this mess causing me grief. A person who can analyse the situation has to be a strong person to put things in perspective and control emotions that could lead to harmful events if let go on.

If you can sit and analyse your situation listing the things from bad to good on paper and add to it how and what can I do to change the situation so that I can make things better for me. You have to realise that it is a faze that you are going through and it can only get better, if you make the right changes for yourself. You may not like the out come but if you put good thoughts into your head you can overcome some of the issues causing you depression.

It is OK to seek help from the professional people trained to help with depression. It is not a sign of weakness.

Sometimes you need these people to help you. They will help you to get your thoughts into perspective so that you, can work on putting them in the right place for you, so that you can deal/cope with them. They cannot do this for you. You have choices and you have to deal with the facts, and you have to realise that you can make things better. Instead of trying to stop negative thoughts, you must learn to balance them. As this faze passes you know you are dealing with your problems and you have to keep working on them and it also may mean that you must be kind to yourself and put yourself first before others.

For those who think of taking their life, it is not the answer! Seek professional help before you come to this. Life is worth living and each and every one of us were put here for a reason, find that reason.

Think about your family and friends and what they are left to remember you by, and the struggle you leave them in dealing with someone they loved taking their life. Learn to love yourself.

Don’t let a passing faze take your life.

Unknown Don’t wish to be named.

“Kia Kaha Be Strong Kia Maea Be Brave Kia Manawanui” Be Determined

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Bay of Plenty North Island

“Kia Kaha Kia Maea Kia Manawanui” Be Strong Be Brave Be Determined 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.

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.