December 2016 news letter

December 2016 … Phone: 021 501 200 … Email: cindysccsnewsletter@gmail.com

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Emergency Help and Support, Numbers

Toughlove 0800 868 445 Family Works 07 575 9709 Alcohol Drug Mainline 0800 787 797 Alcohol Drug Maori Line 0800 787 798 Alcohol Drug Pacifica Line 0800 787 799 Nemms Needle Exchange Mt Maunganui 07 575 5922 0800 WHATSUP children's helpline 0800 9428 787 Healthline (open 24/7) 0800 611 116 Samaritans (open 24/7) 0800 726 666 Citizen Advice Bureau 0800 367 222 Alcoholics Anonymous 0800 229 67 57 AIDS Hotline 0800 802 437 Youth line Phone Counselling 0800 376 633 Kids line (Kids up to 14yrs) 0800 543 754 What’s Up (Age 5-18) 0800 942 878 Parent Help 0800 568 856 Grandparents Raising Grandchildren.

021 2255108 Cot Death (sudden infant death support) 0800 16 44 55 NetSafe 0508 638 723 Depression Helpline 0800 111 757 Grief Support Services 07 578 4480 Suicide Crisis Helpline (open 24/7) 0508 828 865 Lifeline New Zealand 24hr 0800 543 354 Narcotics Anonymous 0800 628 632 Gambling Crisis Helpline 0800 654 655 Quitlin 0800 778 778 Pregnancy Counselling Service 0800 773 462 Relationship Services 0800 735 283 Family Violence Information Line 0800 456 450 Gender Bridge Inc (transgender support) 0800 844 357 Union of fathers (separation and support) 0508 22 5532 Shine Domestic Violence helpline 0508 744 633 Victim Support 0800 842 846 Women’s Refuge 0800 86 733 84 Tga 07 541 1911 Telefriend Sight Loss Peer Support 0800 100 051 Shakti Ethnic Women’s Support 0800 742 584 Tauranga Living Without Violence 0800 577 003 Prisoner Aid/Rehabilitation offender/family Turangi 07 386 8246 Open Home (Child, Family Support Foster Care) Tga 07 579 2840 Tauranga Moana Victim Support 0800 842 846 Te Whare Oranga Wairua Maori Women’s Refuge 0800 733 843 Sexual Abuse Centre (Rotorua) Inc 07 348 1555 Family Planning Tga 07 578 8539 Healthline 0800 611 116 La Leche (Breastfeeding Support) Tga 07 544 9817 Diabetes Helpline Tga 07 571 3422 Cancer Society Tga 07 571 2035 Café Youth Health 07 378 3895 Asthma Respiratory Management 07 577 6738 Plunketline 0800 933 922 Stroke Foundation 0800 787 653 National Cervical Screening Programme 0800 729 729 Prostate problem support line 0800 477 678 Breast Screen Aoteara Free: Age 45-69 0800 270 200 Western Bay of Plenty Ostomy Society Inc, help line 07-5737443 BOPSASS (Bay of Plenty Sexual Assault Support Service) 0800 227233 Rural Support Trust 0800 787 254

Emergencies: Mobile Phone Report Traffic Incidents Fire, Police, Ambulance Medical:

* 555 111

Accident & Healthcare (Tga) 07 577 0010 Hospital (Tauranga) 07 579 8000 Tauranga Police Station: Monmouth Street Tauranga Mount Maunganui Police Station: Salisbury Avenue Papamoa Police Station: 530 Papamoa Beach Road

Wedding Anniversaries 1st Paper 13th Lace 3rd Leather 15th Crystal 5th Wood 25th Silver 7th Copper 35th Coral 9th Pottery 45th Sapphire 11th Steel 55th Emerald 60th/75th Diamond

2nd Cotton 4th Flowers 6th Sweets 8th Bronze 10th Tin 12th Silk

14th 20th 30th 40th 50th

Ivory China Pearl Ruby Gold

Moon Phases Monday 07th December 2016 First Quarter

Monday 13th December 2016 Full Moon

Monday 20st December 2016 Last Quarter

Tuesday 28th December 2016 New Moon

SEASONS

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)

CC’s DECEMBER HOROSCOPES Aries It appears there are a few emotional issues surrounding you that need your attention. Tread careful and things will fall into place. Work has challenges for you as well so this is a time to be kind to yourself and give yourself time to work through the challenges.

Taurus There are some gains in the financial side of affairs and things will become easier which will remove the heavy burdens that you’ve been carrying.

Christmas is here and time you started to put plans into place.

Gemini Avoid trivia matters you may need to consider other peoples feeling and ideas. Your personality is strong and you need to take care of what you say.

Maybe just let things slide and say nothing is best.

Cancer Plans don’t always go right so you need to do some careful thinking to see that you make the right decisions. Organising time for socialising may prove difficult due to peoples work loads.

Leo Changes are around you and good planning will provide to be positive gains.

Give yourself some fun time, life is not all about work. Learn to balance your life with work and social times.

Virgo Career changes are favourable for you and you have the right to feel proud of what you have accomplished. Treat yourself and take some time out with friends and enjoy the festive season.

Libra You maybe feeling uncomfortable and struggling with group gatherings of people. Keep your ears open as you will gain good advice from someone that may prove to help you make a decision you have been pondering for a while.

Scorpio You seem to be in top form and excited about the festive season. Planning is not all straight forward so show patience towards other’s commitments. Life is good for you at this time. You may need to help a friend that is not coping so lend an ear and show support.

Sagittarius You will not take too kindly to others telling you what is right for you. You know what you are doing and make the choice of path you take. Think things through thoroughly and maybe consider some advice given to you.

Capricorn Socialising is going well for you however listen to your partner/friend as you may not be picking up on things that they desire and or wanting. Spend time with family and don’t get tied up with commercialism. Freedom is what brings you happiness.

Aquarius Good friends around you will bring you happiness. Listen to their advice as they have your best interest at heart. Shopping is on your list but don’t make silly choices that will put you in debt Christmas is about family and friends.

Pisces This is a good time to make improvements around the house. Those jobs that have been hanging around are due to be put on the done list. Change is all around you and should bring with it free time to enjoy fun stuff. Stop burning the candle at both ends.

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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Hello Everyone … Editor’s Blurb

We have entered the month of festive celebrations spending time with family and friends. CC’s News Letter and our Advertisers Cindy wish each and everyone a happy, safe and CC’s News Letter Phone: 021 501 200 Merry Christmas.

Lets also take a moment to think of all those effected by the 7.5 earthquake Kaikoura knowing that their Christmas will not be as jolly as others… Also those family's who have lost family members and friends. May they find some peace at this time of year.

If you are travelling take extra care on the roads, slow down have respect for others that are also travelling.

HAPPY HAPPY CHRISTMAS

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Daylight Saving Starts 25th September 2016 …… Daylight Saving Ends 02nd April 2017 …... Daylight Saving Starts 24th September 2017

Public Holidays 2016 New Years Day: 1st Friday January Day after NY Day: Monday 4th January Waitangi Day: Monday 8th February Good Friday: Friday 25th March Easter Monday: Monday 28th March Anzac Day: Monday 25th April Queens Birthday: Monday 6th June Labour Day: Monday 24th October Christmas Day: Sunday 25th December Boxing Day: Monday 28th December

School Term Dates 2016

Primary, Intermediate Secondary 1st Term 01st February…

15th April 2016 2nd Term 02nd May ….

08th July 2016 3rd Term 25th July …

23rd September 2016 4th Term 10th October ...

20th December 2016 Secondary & Composite 4th Term 10th October…

16th December 2016

Anniversaries / Symbols First Anniversary Cotton Second Anniversary Paper Third Anniversary Leather Fourth Anniversary Fruit & Flower Fifth Anniversary Wood Sixth Anniversary Sugar Seventh Anniversary Wool Eighth Anniversary Pottery Ninth Anniversary Willow Tenth Anniversary Tin Eleventh Anniversary Steel Twelfth Anniversary Fine linen & silk Fourteenth Anniversary Ivory Fifteenth Anniversary Crystal Twentieth Anniversary China Twenty-Fifth Anniversary Silver/Coral Fortieth Anniversary Ruby Forty-Fifth Anniversary Sapphire Fiftieth Anniversary Gold Fifty-fifth Anniversary Emerald Sixtieth Anniversary Diamond Seventieth Anniversary Platinum

Gender Signs ♂ male ♀ female ⚦ transgender, transsexual, alchemical symbol for iron or crocus of iron ⚲ neuter, eunuch ⚪asexuality; genderless; betrothed. (⚨ ⚩ alchemical symbol for iron)

Sex Relations Signs ⚤ heterosexual ⚢ lesbian, female homosexuality ⚣ gay, male homosexuality ⚥ bisexuality ⚧ transgender sexuality, hermaphrodite (in entomology). two men holding hands two women holding hands

Marriage Status Signs ⚭ Married ⚮ Divorced ⚯ Separated

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This is a great time of year to evaluate what bras and briefs are tucked away in your drawers... what doesn't fit, what is stretched beyond repair and ones that you don't you even wear! Let's face it, we all have our 'Go To' bras and often they are only two or three out of a much larger collection!

Donate and Replace By having a clear out, you'll also be helping women of Fiji and other islands. Bras that still have a reasonable life in them can be donated to Pauleen at 'Project Uplift' who ensures that the rural women of the islands are fitted and gifted at least one great fitting bra. Normally having no access to bras, through Project Uplift, these ladies receive a professional bra fitting and have their dignity restored and can feel socially accepted simply by wearing something we take for granted.

Thousands of bras are sent in huge shipments several times a year and the demand is still high for bras all sizes. Why not Donate and Replace your old bras with new?.

It’s a good idea to have a minimum of 3 ‘Everyday’ bras that you can wear and rotate every 2 to 3 days. More if you need to include a dark and light colours (did you know that a Honey coloured bra is invisible under white?) Maybe there are gaps in your collection that you need to fill…

Are you are in need of something pretty? Perhaps a strapless bra for those unusual summer necklines (there are some amazing strapless bras on market these days in case you're hoarding one that doesn't do its job!)

Why not consider a pair of high waisted smoothing & controlling briefs to create the best shape you can be for 'that dress'.

Active bra This time of the year we start to get out more. Even activities such as brisk walking, gardening, and yoga need an increased level of support. But of course a quality active bra is imperative for High Impact activities such as gym workouts, sports and of course running.

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BBC TV Presenter Adam Henson and owner of the 100,000 visitors-per-year Cotswold Farm Park presents a memoir with a distinctly agricultural flavour. Like Farmer, Like Son is one of the animal books of the year with the park being known for championing rare animal breeds.

Atlas Obscura details all those places where you swore on oath they didn’t exist. Yet, here they are in all their glory. Joshua Foer and company describe where to find island forts, micro-nations, weird inventions, a giant baobab tree housing a pub and a six-metre-tall statue of Ned Kelly. Weird, bizarre, and endlessly attractive trivia all in one package.

Companion Plants and How To Use Them, Helen Phillbrick and Richard Gregg fill us in on what to do – and what not to do – when it comes to considering immediate neighbours for your plants. The classic book carries plenty of advice and tips long held in good stead about repelling pests and encouraging good insect behaviour - such as pollination.

Come and check out the new-look Mount Maunganui Library – all remedial work and interiors are finished.

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

The Mobile Library

The Mobile Library visits 43 stops on a fortnightly cycle. There are over 3,500 items to choose fromThe 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 December 2016

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There are Strangers Living in my House 5 ways to prevent laundry pile-up I “borrowed” the quote at right from a post I saw on Facebook. It made me laugh. And it got me thinking about ways to keep laundry from piling up. Here’s what I came up with…

Re-wear clothing. Obviously, socks and underwear should be washed after every wearing.

The same goes for sweaty clothing as well that shirt that you spilled spaghetti sauce on. But if you throw everything you wear into the dirty clothes hamper after wearing it just once, you’re making more work for yourself. You’re also wearing out your clothes with too frequent washings. Re-wearing even once will double the life of your garments.

Sort as you go. Rather than tossing all of your dirty laundry into one big pile, separate it into wash types. I used to sort into whites, darks and lights. Now I sort into white/lights, darks, and exercise clothing because I wash everything in cold water.

Do laundry more often. One of my “clean smarter, not harder” strategies is to clean more often. It’s far easier to keep up than it is to catch up. When I see one basket of sorted dirty laundry starting to get full, I know that it’s time to start a load of wash.

Time it right. Often the reason for laundry piling up – whether it’s dirty laundry or clean laundry that needs to be folded – is that by the time it’s done, you don’t have the time or energy to deal with it. So think about what’s the best time for you to start a wash so that when it’s done, you can transfer it to the dryer. And when’s the best time for a load of clothes to come out of the dryer? Plan accordingly. If you have a tendency to forget that you started a wash, set a kitchen timer or reminder on your phone for when it should be done.

Stop folding. I mentioned that folding can cause laundry pile-up. So why not take folding out of the process? I don’t fold underwear or exercise clothing. I also don’t fold sheets and pillowcases – I just put them back on the bed. I hang most of my clothes so I keep hangers at the ready and hang clothes as I take them out of the dryer. That leaves just a few things that need to be folded – and less to iron! In fact, I don’t own an iron. I do all my ironing in the dryer!

A.A - Alcoholics Anonymous NZ OMG. It's that time of the year again. Xmas parties and get togethers, Xmas day and New year’s all looming ahead with lots of booze usually involved in all of them. So, what do you do? and how do you cope when you are a recovering alcoholic. Me? well I'm lucky in that all my family, friends and workmates know that I can't and don't drink and they encourage and support me in my sobriety. Others may want to keep things to themselves and that’s OK too.

It took a while but I finally worked out that 'One drink was never enough and Three was too many'. I know NEVER to have that first drink. It sounds simple, but it works...one day at a time. I just don't have the same DNA as someone who can sit on one drink all night or even have just half a glass of wine, Wish I could, but I can't. I've developed a taste for Virgin Mojitos these days, they look the part but no booze involved! So today that is my drink of choice at a restaurant or good old Coke Zero. Truly no-one notices much these days and I get to enjoy conversations, remember the night and have no hangover or PHONETIC ALPHABET blackouts. Win win situation.

So, strategies to get through party season Alpha, Bravo, Charlie, Delta, Echo, Foxtrot, *Don't go - sometimes sobriety is more important than hanging with people that may pressure you to drink Golf, Hotel, India, Juliet, Kilo, Lima, Mike, *If it's drinks and dinner, plan to arrive after drinks in time for the dinner part November, Oscar, Pappa, Quebec, Romeo, Sierra, Tango, Uniform, Victor *Have an escape plan - go for an hour or so and then leave (you've made an appearance, and often that’s all that’s required) Whisky, X-ray, Yankee, Zulu * If offered alcohol, say you're on a health kick, doing dry December (it's trending in Europe, or so they say), or you take your sober driver responsibilities super seriously. you're on medication, and what many say is GUIDE DOGS I'm allergic to it.

Are you thinking of sponsoring a guide dog *And simply, "No Thanks" you don’t have to explain yourself to anyone.

Enquires, Information *Go to an AA meeting to get support and friendship from others who know how hard staying sober can be Enjoy December and January and if you need help with your drinking phone 0800 229 6757. There are meetings on daily in the BOP region AA 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 self-supporting through our own contributions. AA is not allied with any sect, denomination, politics, organization or institution; 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

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CC’s News Letter, Phone: 021 501 200 ... Email: cindysccsnewsletter@gmail.com Christmas There are three kinds of people in the world. People who make things happen. People who watch things happen and people who say “What happened?”. unknown Never worry about the size of your Christmas tree.

In the eyes of children, they are all 30 feet tall. - Larry Wilde

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Doesn’t expecting the unexpected make the unexpected expected?

- Dylan Anyone who believes that men are the equal of women has never seen a man trying to wrap a Christmas present.

From home to home, and heart to heart, from one place to another.

The warmth and joy of Christmas, brings us closer to each other.

- Emily Matthews He who has not Christmas in his heart will never find it under a tree.

Roy L. Smith Why is Christmas just like a day at the office? You do all the work and the fat guy with the suit gets all the credit.

“Christmas is not as much about opening our presents as opening our hearts.” – Janice Maeditere

I’m dreaming of a white Christmas but if the white runs out I’ll drink the red The best of all gifts around any Christmas tree: the presence of a happy family all wrapped up in each other. - Burton Hillis Love the giver more than the gift. – Brigham Young Christmas doesn’t come from a store, maybe Christmas perhaps means a little bit more. – Dr. Seuss Christmas is a time when kids tell Santa what they want and adults pay for it. Deficits are when adults tell the government what they want and their kids pay for it.

-Richard Lamm

Christmas Romeo: What would it take to make you kiss me under the mistletoe? - Juliette: An anaesthetic.

Don't you hate that awkward moment when Santa Claus has the same wrapping paper as your parents!

Son: Dad, how does it feel to have an amazing son?

Dad: I don’t know, ask your grandfather!

"Last Christmas we bought a fake Christmas tree and the guy behind the counter said to my dad, 'Are you going to put it up yourself?' Dad replied 'Don't be disgusting, I'm going to put it in the living room.'" — Unrustled Jimmie Two young boys were spending the night at their grandparents. At bedtime, the two boys knelt beside their beds to say their prayers when the youngest one began praying at the top of his lungs. " I PRAY FOR A NEW BICYCLE... I PRAY FOR A NEW BICYCLE...

I PRAY FOR A NEW BICYCLE..." His older brother leaned over and nudged the younger brother and said, "Why are you shouting your prayers? God isn't deaf." To which the little brother replied, "No, but Gramma is!"

It was Christmas and the judge was in a merry mood as he asked the prisoner, "What are you charged with?" "Doing my Christmas shopping early", replied the defendant. "That's no offense", said the judge. "How early were you doing this shopping?"

"Before the store opened."

Jim the town drunkard was at his wit’s end, he had no money to buy even the barest necessities for his family. It was right before going to sleep one night that Jim prayed the following emotional prayer: “Dear Lord, please, all I’m asking for is some food to put on the table, NOTHING else! The booze I’ll buy myself.”

Volunteering at Waipuna Hospice Many of the support services provided by Waipuna Hospice are possible thanks to the skills and expertise of volunteers. In the past year, our 720 volunteers contributed 62,299 hours towards the work of Waipuna Hospice. Without their commitment, the level and extent of our services would be considerably reduced.

Volunteers come to us with a wealth of expertise, special interests, motivation and passion. They work across all aspects of our service in areas of their choice which draw on their individual interests, background and skills.

With one third of Waipuna Hospice services provided by volunteers, it is no small task to allocate suitably trained, compatible volunteers to assist our patients and their families where appropriate. Because volunteer support constitutes such a significant part of what we do, the working lives of our two Volunteer Coordinators are full indeed!

Hospice volunteers work in our gardens, serve meals in our Inpatient Unit in the evenings and at weekends, drive patients to appointments or to our Day Programme, provide respite for caregivers, write biographies, work in our shops and depot, and help at fundraising events.

As the demand on our service grows, so does our need for volunteers.

For more details about becoming a volunteer, visit www.waipuna-hospice.co.nz

Don’t leave your dog in the car, It is too HOT for them.

Hot cars cause your dog to over heat and stress It’s Too Hot

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Carvery buffet is available Sunday to Thursday, full buffet on Friday & Saturday and we have an a la carte menu running in conjunction with the buffet menu.

DECEMBER ENTERTAINMENT Friday 02 December Andy Bowman Saturday 03 December Emmeline & Coral’s Xmas Show Sunday 04 December Tga Big Band (4.30pm to 7.30pm) Friday 09 December Che Orton Saturday 10 December Done Deal Sunday 11 December Helen Riley (4.30pm to 7.30pm) Friday 16 December Mark Taipari Saturday 17 December Coopers Run Sunday 18 December Back Porch (4.30pm to 7.30pm) Friday 23 December Gerry Lee Saturday 24 December Ray Solomon & Ollie Sunday 25 December Christmas Day (Closed) Friday 30 December Andy Bowman Saturday NYE 31 December Selwyn & Debbie 5.00pm*8.00pm Saturday NYE 31 December The Shadz (800pm to 12.30am)

Identify safe places within your home, school or workplace. See the right-hand panel for more information about safe places.

Check your household insurance policy for cover and amount.

Seek qualified advice to make sure your house is secured to its foundations and ensure any renovations comply with the New Zealand Building Code.

Secure heavy items of furniture to the floor or wall. Visit www.eqc.govt.nz to find out how to quake-safe your home.

DURING AN EARTHQUAKE If you are inside a building, move no more than a few steps, drop, cover and hold.

Stay indoors till the shaking stops and you are sure it is safe to exit. In most buildings in New Zealand you are safer if you stay where you are until the shaking stops.

If you are in an elevator, drop, cover and hold. When the shaking stops, try and get out at the nearest floor if you can safely do so.

If you are outdoors when the shaking starts, move no more than a few steps away from buildings, trees, streetlights, and power lines, then Drop, Cover and Hold.

If you are at the beach or near the coast, drop, cover and hold then move to higher ground immediately in case a tsunami follows the quake.

If you are driving, pull over to a clear location, stop and stay there with your seatbelt fastened until the shaking stops. Once the shaking stops, proceed with caution and avoid bridges or ramps that might have been damaged.

If you are in a mountainous area or near unstable slopes or cliffs, be alert for falling debris or landslides.

AFTER AN EARTHQUAKE Listen to your local radio stations as emergency management officials will be broadcasting the most appropriate advice for your community and situation.

Expect to feel aftershocks.

Check yourself for injuries and get first aid if necessary. Help others if you can.

Be aware that electricity supply could be cut, and fire alarms and sprinkler systems can go off in buildings during an earthquake even if there is no fire. Check for, and extinguish, small fires.

If you are in a damaged building, try to get outside and find a safe, open place. Use the stairs, not the elevators.

Watch out for fallen power lines or broken gas lines, and stay out of damaged areas.

Only use the phone for short essential calls to keep the lines clear for emergency calls.

If you smell gas or hear a blowing or hissing noise, open a window, get everyone out quickly and turn off the gas if you can. If you see sparks, broken wires or evidence of electrical system damage, turn off the electricity at the main fuse box if it is safe to do so.

Keep your animals under your direct control as they can become disorientated.

Take measures to protect your animals from hazards, and to protect other people from your animals.

If your property is damaged, take notes and photographs for insurance purposes. If you rent your property, contact your landlord and your contents insurance company as soon as possible….

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

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Dogs Safety

Little, medium and big dogs can look so cute, adorable, however this does not mean that you ... a stranger to the dog can just walk up and 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 people’s 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 can’t 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 hand 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.

Regardless of all the advertising, Police warnings, people still drive and use mobile phones. What don’t they understand? The danger they are putting themselves and others in by driving with eyes off the road.

Come on people don’t be so bloody stupid … there is enough advertising around warning you of the dangers but still you do it. You think it won’t and can’t happen to you… think again.

Sooner or later you will be a victim … just what the damage will be … death of someone else … a child or a mother or father? Or maybe you taking your last breath … hopefully you got to finish your txt message? Don’t be an idiot have respect for others on the road.

DRINK DRIVING We have all been warned about drink driving.

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

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

Too Late? You idiot when you sober up and realize what you have done will you be able to still say you enjoyed your drinks?

Will you be able to live with what you have done?

Wattie’s Cans for Good 14 -18 November, Collect. Educate. Create. Donate.

Is an exciting national can ‘collection, education, creations and donation’ event being run in the week of 14 November by The Salvation Army in partnership with Wattie’s for New Zealand primary schools.

With help from schools all around the country we hope to collect more than 25,000 cans to help restock local foodbank shelves in the lead-up to Christmas. With Wattie’s matching donated cans, we are targeting a whopping 50,000 cans in total!

All cans collected by schools will be donated to their local Salvation Army or community foodbank making a direct and real difference to those in need in their local community.

How it works Wattie’s Cans for Good goes beyond other can fundraisers, by bringing together the charitable collection activity with a creative competition and a set of teacher resources which are designed to engage children and teachers, in a fun, team-based giving and learning experience. The campaign will involve primary schools: Awesome prizes All participating schools will receive a special certificate thanking them for their contribution and five schools with the most creative ‘can creation’ can choose from sports or art supply voucher valued at $500.

Making a difference We hope hundreds of primary schools from around the country will sign up to be part of Wattie’s Cans for Good. Every school that gets involved will help make a difference to vulnerable families and individuals in their community who need food assistance to deal with New Zealand’s rapidly rising living costs. Last year The Salvation Army provided more than 55,000 food parcels to help Kiwis in need get back on their feet.

Sign up today to collect, create, educate and donate and make a difference in your community. If you have any questions or would like more information, call us on 0800 653 050.

K Mart wishing tree appeal This year K Mart at Bethlehem will be taking part in the K Mart wishing tree.

The Kmart Wishing Tree Appeal helps everyone. We receive a lot of gifts for children, but we also distribute gifts for everyone that might be having a hard time. Everyone including adults and seniors are assisted by the Wishing Tree Appeal.

The launch at Bethlehem K Mart will be week of 14th November. K Mart Bayfair Mount Maunganui are participating in the Wishing Tree Appeal.

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Car Check List If you leave the car, lock all doors, take your (valuables within reason) Tyres under-inflated it will cause rapid wear and reduce the tyres life.

Tyres that are underinflated can reduce fuel efficiency by up to 4%.

Check the condition and tread depth of your tyres.

Bulges, lumps or cuts are all signs that your tyre may need replacing.

Different vehicles need different levels of tyre pressure.

Check the pressure when your tyres are cold.

Check the pressure in all four tyres and the spare Check your wiper blades for wear and tear.

Clean your mirrors and windscreen inside and out.

Check all indicators are flashing.

Check your headlights, reversing lights and brake lights are working Check you have current warrant and registration.

Dial *555 FREE from a mobile phone to report road incidents which are urgent but not life-threatening. This includes such things as non-injury crashes, erratic driving, traffic congestion, breakdowns and obstructions on the highway. Your call will go to a Police Communications Centre but will be given lower priority than 111 calls.

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Give good clear Information and stay on the line

Emergency Services Call 111

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.

Road Safety: Is your Speed Safe?

Summer is finally on the way and with that comes an increase of visitors and road users to Tauranga, Mount Maunganui and our beach communities.

Unfortunately that also increases the risk on our roads so you can help keep yourselves safe this summer by keeping your speeds down.

The single biggest road safety issue in New Zealand today is speed – drivers travelling too fast for the conditions.

Speed affects all crashes. It can be a factor in causing them and it has a direct effect on the damage done in a crash. It’s a no brainer – the faster you go the bigger the mess. It is clear from the crash statistics that many people underestimate how changing conditions such as higher traffic volumes and wet weather, can increase road risk. In 2014, speeding was a contributing factor in 78 fatal crashes, 357 serious injury crashes and 995 minor injury crashes.

Driving safely within speed limits

Many drivers aren’t aware that they can be travelling at the speed limit and still be driving unsafely. The speed limit is the maximum legal speed that you can travel at on a road in perfect conditions. However, road conditions are rarely perfect. As a safe driver, you’ll have to look out for changes in traffic, road and weather conditions, and reduce your speed accordingly.

Adjust your speed to the conditions

Traffic conditions Traffic conditions that you might need to reduce your speed for include: high volumes of traffic on the road pedestrians, joggers and cyclists holiday times when there are lots of visitors on the road parked cars.

Road conditions

Road conditions you should reduce your speed for include: bumpy or narrow areas on the road wet, icy or gravel road surfaces signs warning of hazards such as sharp curves or a slippery surface.

Weather conditions

SLOW DOWN

Weather conditions you should reduce your speed for include: rain, snow and ice, wind, fog, bright sunlight.

How does speed affect road safety?

The faster you drive, the more likely you are to crash. As your speed increases the distance you need in order to stop increases there is a greater probability that you will be going too fast if you meet an unexpected change in road conditions there is a greater chance that other road users will misjudge how fast you are travelling.

The severity of injuries resulting from a crash is directly related to the impact speed of the vehicle – whether or not speeding was a factor in the crash.

What happens when a speeding vehicle crashes?

When a vehicle crashes, it undergoes a rapid change of speed. However, the occupants keep moving at the vehicle’s previous speed until they are stopped – either by hitting an object or by being restrained by a safety belt or airbag.

Human bodies are not designed to be hurled against objects at speed, and the faster the speed, the more severe the injuries.

Risks to pedestrians

If a pedestrian is hit by a vehicle, the severity of their injuries is related to the impact speed. The probability of death for a pedestrian rises steeply from 10% at an impact speed of 30km/h to 70% at 50km/h.

The risks for vulnerable pedestrians, such as the elderly and young children, are higher.

So you can help police by keeping your speeds down this summer and making our road safer for everyone.

Senior Sergeant Ian Campion Officer in Charge: Road Policing Team | Western Bay of Plenty | New Zealand Police

DOGS SHOULD WEAR SETBELTS Just like all things in your car dogs should be seat belted so if you have to apply your brakes in a hurry your pooch is not sent like a bullet through the window screen. Remember they are part of your family

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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. ccsprophire@gmail.com

Animal Healing If your pet acting is out of character or unwell, it may well be that they don’t have an energy field around their body or their energy centers' may be out of alignment. When this happens the cells of the body are not able to communicate, it’s like they are sitting on the couch, not talking to each other and sleeping. You may be feeding your pet good quality foods and the right supplements or even medications from the vet but their body is quite simply not able to use them, the ability to assimilate them as its’ supposed to just doesn’t happen, therefore it may appear that nothing is changing. .

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 COMMUNITY NEWS LETTER (610 Maunganui Rd, Mt Maunganui)

Chris Bishell (Principal Trustee) Ph: 575 9066 or 0274300988

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During a healing session I work to wake up these cells and kick them off the couch. We get them to start talking to each other again, to have the body running at optimal levels. With the lack of energy field, the body may not have been “putting out the garbage/waste” for awhile; therefore your pet could experience a detox after a session. Once the cells are awake and talking to each other, your pet’s body will have a better chance of healing by itself. The whole system will be empowered as the body is now able to up-take the nutrients, supplements or medications you are giving them. They will feel more balanced. With an energy field fully functioning, it acts as a buffer around the body which helps any outside influences just slide off. During the healing I will also help your animal let go of any trapped emotions they may be holding onto.

What affects the body’s energy field? Quite often the energy field can be knocked out by abuse, an accident, being re-homed (this can be what they were subjected to in their previous home), dog fighting, or a traumatic event – including a fall or break, having an anesthetic or something the owner is going through. (What animals tend to do is look out for their owners and if they get sick or go through trauma, the animal will try and take on some of the emotions so that the owner can cope) How often should I have my pet checked? My suggestion is to have two sessions within 7 to 10 days of each other. The “new normal” for them, may initially feel odd. If your pet has been out of alignment for quite some time we may have to re-train the body that the new normal is the true alignment. This also gives you a chance to see the difference between them being in alignment and out of alignment, therefore putting you in charge of your pet’s health and wellbeing.

Andy The Animal Healer Has your pet been ....

Re-homed?

Rescued or Abused?

In an Accident or Experienced Trauma?

Unwell or Acting out of Character?

Andy Pentecost

Website: www.andytheanimalhealer.com Email: info@andytheanimalhealer.com Phone: 07 571 1141 or 0275 750 708

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Adoption What’s it like to be adopted? I was adopted at birth in 1969. I grew up always feeling different. I was told from an early age that I was adopted and that my birthmother had been unable to look after me so had put me up for adoption. My adoptive parents had chosen me from many babies. I was told I was special and loved very much. I was fed, clothed, schooled and cared for well by my adoptive mother and father until dad cheated on mum and we left town. I was 7 my brother (also adopted) was 6.

On the surface all was fine. But truthfully I was a very fearful child and suffered from repetitive nightmares, migraines and stomach problems. While my adoptive mother did the best she could to love and care for me I just did not feel right. I felt like I did not connect with any of my adoptive family. I just felt lost and carried an empty sad feeling in me most of the time. I thought this was normal and everyone felt like this.

I survived and have had an interesting and quite amazing life actually but have really struggled to connect in relationships and found the feelings of being lost or empty or sad have never really gone. I eventually reunited with a lot of my birth family which was an amazing experience. It answered some questions I had carried all my life. But it also raised many others which were very uncomfortable to sit with. Adoption can be a real minefield of expectations and myths, painful truths and beautiful realities. I have found it a real struggle at times.

My self and several others are in the process of forming a support group for adoptees here in Tauranga. A place where adoptees can share their stories and struggles in a supportive group who really get what it’s like to grow up adopted.

If you are adopted and interested in joining the group contact Scott 0275656459

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Market Dates

TRUMP & CLINTON

Sudoku Answers

A man died and went to Heaven. As he stood in front of Greerton Markets Last Saturday of each month Greerton Hall 8am - 12noon 027 9082952 the Pearly Gates, he saw a huge wall of clocks behind him. Moggies Market 2nd Saturday of each month Katikati Memorial Hall Maketu Flea Market 3rd and 5th Sunday of each month Maketu Village Green He asked, “What are all those clocks for?”

Red Square Market 2nd Friday of each month Downtown Tauranga St. Peter answered, “Those are Lie-Clocks.

Everyone who has ever been on earth has a Lie-Clock.

The Cargo Shed Saturdays & Sundays, Some public holidays, 5 Dive Crescent, Tauranga Every time you lie, the hands on your clock move.”

Car Boot Sale Evans Road Community Church 3rd Saturday of each month.

“Oh”, said the man. “Whose clock is that?”

Lions Bethlehem Market Historic Village, 1st/3rd Sunday each month 8am-12noon “That’s Mother Teresa’s”, replied St. Peter. “The hands Cambridge Farmers Market Victoria Park, Cambridge ... Every Saturday 8am-12 noon have never moved, indicating that she never told a lie.”

Te Awamutu Twilight Farmers Market, Selwyn Park, Every Thursday 3.30pm-6.30pm “Incredible”, said the man.. “And whose clock is that one?”

Frankton Market, Commerce Street, Frankton, Every Saturday 8am-1pm St. Peter responded, “That’s Abraham Lincoln’s clock.

Hamilton Farmers Market, 204 River Road, Hamilton, Every Sunday 8am-12noon The hands have moved twice, telling us that Abraham told Omokoroa Lions Market 2nd Sunday of each month 9am-noon Western Avenue, Omokoroa only two lies in his entire life.”

Katikati Plant and Produce Market Every Friday 4pm -6pm A & P Showground's, SH2, Katikati “Where’s Donald Trump's and Hillary Clinton's clocks?”

Tauranga Farmers’ Market Each Saturday from 8am-12pm Tauranga Primary School, 5th Avenue asked the man.

Rotorua Night Market Tutanekai Street, Rotorua, Every Thursday 5pm-9pm St. Peter replied, Soundshell Market…Lakefront, Rotorua 9am to 3pm…For dates/information, telephone Liz or Gordon 07 3325782 Thames Market Pollen Street, Thames, Every Saturday 8am-12noon “We’re using them as ceiling fans..”

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 next to Tauranga Girls’ College. 934 Cameron Road 1st Saturday each month Babysitters If you are going out and getting Tamahere Country Market St Stephens Church, Tamahere Hamilton, Every 3rd Saturday babysitters make sure you know who you are leaving Papamoa Lions Market. 2nd & 4th Sunday of each month , Papamoa Sports & Rec, Parton Road, Papamoa. with your children. It is better if the children know the babysitter so they feel secure and safe. See they have 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 your contact numbers in case there is a problem.

Whakatane Sunday Market Every Sunday. War Memorial Hall carpark 8am 1pm. Carol 027 3844 026.

Make sure they have the house locked for safety .

The Taupo Market Riverside Park Reserve, Redoubt Street, Taupo, Every Saturday 09am-1pm BBQ’s Barbeques are always a great way of people getting Raglan Creative Market Old School Arts Centre, Stewart Street Raglan, 2nd Sunday each month 10am-2pm together. Gas bottles should always be checked to see that they Waihi Beach Fresh Produce Market Community Centre, Waihi Beach, 2nd & 4th Sunday each month, 9am-11am are not leaking gas. See that the BBQ is placed away from the The Little Big Markets, Corner Matai Street & Maunganui Road, 9am-2pm, 1st Saturday each month foot traffic. Always have a bucket of water or a hose handy. The Little Vintage Markets, Astrolabe Brew Bar, Maunganui Rd, Mt Maunganui 9am-3pm, 3rd Sunday each month Alcohol and BBQs are not a good combination. People who are Waihi Lions Market Memorial Hall, Seddon Street 3rd Saturday of the month. drinking should not be in charge of the BBQ. Keep children Te Puke Creative Market, Memorial Hall Te Puke 1st Saturday each month 9am till 12.00 away from the cooking area. Common sense is required which Please Email me any changes to these Market dates … Thankyou will prevent accidents happening. Always have a bucket of water handy in the case of fire or minor burns.

Harmony a Plenty Barbershop Chorus Looking for new members, rehearse Monday 7pm at Bethlehem Community Centre 183 Moffat Road

Christmas Safety

Artificial trees should be labelled, certified, and identified by the manufacturer as fire retardant.

Make sure your tree is at least three feet away from fireplaces, radiators, candles, heat vents or lights.

Make sure the tree is not blocking an exit in case of an emergency.

Some lights are either for indoor or outdoor use, usually not both.

Worn or broken cords or loose bulb connections are not safe.

Read the manufacturer’s instructions before you use or connect lights and decorations.

Never use lit candles to decorate the tree.

Make sure your decorations are not broken/sharp as children may hurt themselves.

Always turn off Christmas tree lights before leaving home or going to bed.

Get rid of the tree when it begins dropping needles. Dried-out trees are a fire danger.

Don’t dump in or around the house or garage dispose of it correctly Check with your local community to find a recycling program.

Bring outdoor electrical lights inside after the holidays to prevent…….. hazards.

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Violence 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

“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

Holiday Cooking Food plays a major part in holiday celebrations, please remember unattended cooking is very dangerous. Stay in the kitchen

while you're frying, grilling, or broiling food. If you must leave the kitchen for even a short period of time, turn off the stove and move any oil or fat pans off the stove. Keep anything that can catch fire (oven mitts, wooden utensils, paper or plastic bags, towels, etc.) away from your stovetop, including your apron or any long-sleeved shirt. Protect little ones from burns, keep them out of the kitchen while you're cooking. Have you checked your smoke detectors???? Do it now … they just might save a life in the case of an emergency. Don’t risk your home and most important your family and friends.

See you have alarms on every level of your home especially near sleeping areas.

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Understand their sudden change of attitude and behaviour Well its December and the column is usually about plan your time with the family, don’t do anything silly, apologise if you do, have a good time, and take care of each other.

However as November wound down to become December the Kaikorua earthquakes rocked and rolled us, both literally and emotionally, as many of us thought ‘oh boy here we go again’ However the region is resilient and has many people who have lived through rebuilds and the like. One positive upshot of this is that Christchurch has unloaded its chemical toilet to the town.

There will be even in the Bay children, young people and even parents who are scared and worried that this recent spate of earthquakes will continue for a long time. And the reality is no one knows if or when any further quakes will happen. So we all just wait and wonder. Thankfully many of us in the Bay didn’t feel anything, I didn’t, however for those children who pick up the stressors from the adults in their world consider the points below as almost a worse case at this current time (late November) Young Children may be unsettled, scared and some of them might regress in their journey towards becoming a great young person. Young children who are just out of nappies may start having accidents, rest assured parents this is normal even without the current events.

School age children may become ‘sick’ reporting upset tummies and the like and, yes, some of it may be a desire to stay home with Mum and Dad where they feel safer.

They may also become naughty or angry and have a few mood swings that are out of the ordinary.

In both these age groups parents need to be understanding and talk to their children in an age appropriate conversation about the earthquake. Ensure that the children are left with a sense of hope, which it will be alright in the end. Help them to figure out for themselves what they can do in terms of staying safe or helping out to put things right.

Pick your battles here, show them they can win at the things that can do, don’t focus on things they and you have no control over. Understand their sudden change of attitude, and they want to stay close to you.

As for our darling teenagers…..Understand there may be a sense of hopelessness from them. Listen out for darkness and doom in their words, make sure they hear that the sun will get up tomorrow as so should they!!, and that the world will go on. If you have a teenager that argues why bother cleaning their room or doing the dishes because of the earthquake, I would suspect they are just trying to ditch the job, rather than be worried about any earthquakes. However that is a general comment and you as their parents will know different if that is the case Have a great Christmas season, take care, stay safe and we’ll talk more in the New Year Have a good month, Donald Welsh, Parenting Coach

“Such short little lives our pets have to spend with us, and they spend most of it waiting for us to come home each day.

It is amazing how much love and laughter they bring into our lives and even how much closer we become with each other because of them.”

—John Grogan

“A dog will teach you unconditional love.

If you can have that in your life, things won’t be too bad.”

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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 for information.

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) .

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Regards, Karen Ormsby ,… Tauranga coordinator for GRG. … Phone: 0212255108

KEEP DRINKS IN SIGHT Don’t leave your drinks unattended 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 and fully trust that person

Warning signs include:

►feeling dizzy or faint ►feeling sick or sleepy ►passing out ► feeling intoxicated or confused even if you have only had a little alcohol to drink ► waking up feeling uncomfortable and disorientated, with memory blanks about the night before.

What to do if you think your drink has been spiked. If you think your drink has been spiked, tell a friend, the bar or security staff, or the police. Your doctor can test for the presence of traces of certain drugs through urine or blood tests within 24 hours.

If you think that you have been assaulted or raped, it’s important you tell a friend or family member, and go to a doctor or hospital. Drink spiking is illegal. It’s a serious offence to introduce a drug into the body of another person without their knowledge or consent, especially if the person is assaulted as a result. Party Safe DON’T BE THE ONE WHO REGRETS YOUR ACTION

BY LEAVING OTHERS GRIEVING Think about PEOPLE Children, Mums, Dads, Friends Every single injury and death caused by drunk driving is totally preventable. There are still far too many such preventable accidents. Unfortunately, in spite of all the warnings, advice, TV Ads, road signs, alcohol-impaired driving remains a serious problem that tragically effects many victims, families and friends. DON’T DRINK & DRIVE.

CC’s News Letter, Phone: 021 501 200 —...— Email: cindysccsnewsletter@gmail.com

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Peace of mind. Installed by on-duty Firefighters, they’ll even bring the fire engine along for the visit. .

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Enter: Simply email, your name, contact number and address to cindysccsnewsletter@gmail.com Subject Smoke Alarm Winner drawn Dec 24th Announced on CCs Facebook page and will be published in the January News Letter.

Greetings once again from your local During this time of year, the hot summer Fire Station…………...………………………………. weather brings with it an increased GuyFawkes…………………………………………. chance of unwanted fires, so we need to November 5th is historically a busy be careful. Unattended cooking is the night for firefighters, often carelessness cause of one third of all fire deaths in with fireworks results in vegetation fires New Zealand and twenty five percent of starting and subsequent property all home fires. So as you prepare the damage. Fire crews around the region food for the festive season, don't be attended a number of small vegetation distracted by that phone call from an old fires undoubtedly fireworks related and friend or start reading that Xmas card only one incident of property damage. out by the letter box as that is all the The problem that these incidents time it takes for cooking to over-heat continue to trend for some time after and set fire to surrounding flammables.

Guy Fawkes. We however recommend We teach the children at school to ‘keep storing your unused fireworks in a safe looking when your cooking’ and this goes place away from any ignition sources for for adults too. For those of you that have use next season. We’d like to thank you Christmas trees please ensure they're in for your vigilance over this busy season. a safe place away from congested areas.

Be aware of over-loading PowerPoints Keep safe these holidays……………………. and remember to switch off decorative 2016 is rapidly drawing to a close, the lights prior to going to bed or out for the Christmas decorations are cropping up evening. For those with live Xmas trees, nearly everywhere and the festive ensure they are kept green and watered. season beckons bright on the horizon. .

A dry, brown Christmas tree can burn with near explosive force and speed, this subsequently presents a significant risk of fire. Another catch phrase we use is don't drink and fry, so resist the temptation to have that late night cook up after you have been out celebrating.

Arson Season………………..……………………..

While December and January are a festive time for many, it marks the beginning of arson season for the Fire Service. Our statistics indicate a spike in the occurrence of intentionally lit & malicious fires during this period.

Schools unfortunately often suffer the most during this time. We want to be sure the Schools, local business and the public are aware of the ways they can prevent this from occurring.

These are the our top recommendations for keeping schools and local businesses safe this holiday period 1. Keep rubbish bins and skips well away from buildings, roofs and walls. (we recommend 2mtrs as a safe distance from buildings) 2. Remove materials that can be used to set fires and emptying or securing rubbish bins after hours.

3. Increase security (This can be trimming hedges to increase visibility, leaving external lights on as a deterrent, extending sensor light operating durations/timer periods) 4. Involve the community (The BOP is home to strong neighborhood support groups. If you are going to be away for some time, ask your neighbors to keep an eye on things) 5. Confront all fire setting or vandalism behavior no matter how big or small. (You can report this anonymously at 0800 crime stoppers) .

Well, from all the firefighters here in the Bay of Plenty Region. We want to wish you a very safe, happy and Merry Christmas!

Drive safe, don’t drink and fry and always, always blow on the pie!

Until next year!

SFF Josh Bishop Senior firefighter Kawerau Fire Station New Zealand Fire Service DDI: (07) 323 1077 MOB: (027) 7228 626

Fax: (07) 323 1078