July 2017 magazine

July 2017 … Phone: 021 501 200 —...— Email: ccsbopinfopac@gmail.com

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Emergency Help and Support, Numbers

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

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

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 07-577 4300 Mount Maunganui Police Station: Salisbury Avenue 07-575 3143 New Zealand Police - Greerton, 244 Chadwick Rd 07-578 3460 Papamoa Police Station: 530 Papamoa Beach Road 07 572 2440

Moon Phases Saturday 08th July 2017 Full Moon

CC’s JULY HOROSCOPES Aries 21 March –20 April This is a good month for some Aries, with possible love and romance around you. It’s ok to take some time out for yourself. Make sure you eat healthy and get plenty of sleep.

Taurus 21 April -21 May Sunday 16th July 2017 Last Quarter

Sunday 23rd July 2017 New Moon

A good time to catch up on those bits and bobs lurking around you.

You need to take this time to catch up so you can move onto more enjoyable things. Focus on the to do list.

Gemini 22 June - 22 July Work is testing boundaries for some, Keep calm and don’t let it get the better of you. Remember life is full of challenges that you can make changes to. Don’t stay in a rut.

Cancer 22 June - 22 July Life is just moving along nothing too much going on. It’s ok to have a down time and take time to rest up. Things will get busier for you soon. Spend some time on a hobby you enjoy.

Sunday 30th July 2017 First Quarter

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)

Bridge Lessons - beginners - starting Thursday 9th March, evenings, Mount Maunganui Bridge Club, 60 Golf Road. For details see our website www.mount-maunganui.bridge-club.org Anne on 07 572 5522 or 021 08295766 or Bren on 0272 560774

Leo 25 July - 25 August Family is important for you at the moment. So be sure you make the time to spend with your family and friends. Set family adventure days in place, Fun times ahead of you.

Virgo 24 August– 25 September This could be a good time to set goals. This will keep you focused so you don’t let yourself fall into a rut. Maybe some travel will stimulate new ideas that will get your enthusiasm going.

Libra 24 September - 25 October There may be family members that could do with your companionship at the moment. Just be there as you can’t solve others problems. Family weekends and days together might well sort the issues.

Scorpio 24 October - 22 November The cooler days are challenging, keep yourself warm and eat well to keep yourself healthy. This is a more relaxed time for you, feet up and TV after work. Be kind to yourself.

Sagittarius 25 November - 21 December Life is rolling along most things seem to be in place and fairly up to date.

May be a good time to look at new opportunities that you could benefit by and improve your situation. Change is good.

Capricorn 22 December - 20 January Situations are challenging at the moment, take time to think about what is troubling you, make a list and work towards solving the negatives in life.

Remember life is all about challenges and they are all passing phases.

Aquarius 21 January - 19 February Time to look after yourself, you can’t run in the fast lane forever. Give yourself a break to recharge and rethink things. Take some time out for a bit of travel time to see the world around you. You have earned the break.

Pisces 20 February - 20 March The hard slog is nearly over, but don’t stop just yet. Grab opportunitys to get jobs done. Then you can relax and reap the benefits of all the hard work, Get yourself ready for the summer, You have plenty of time to get finished. Then let the fun begin.

Unless you have bad times, you can't appreciate the good times.— Joe Torre

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.

You are not alone. 0800 227 233 … 27/7

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

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

CC’s Bay of Plenty InfoPac, Phone: 021 501 200 … Email: ccsbopinfopac@gmail.com

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Cindy CC’s BOP InfoPac Phone: 021 501 200

Again our roads have claimed lives, familys grieving their loss. Slow down on the roads, be patient with others and drive to the weather conditions.

No mobile phones, no drinking or drug use if you are driving. Stop if you are tired. Don’t become another statistic.

Just a reminder please check your smoke alarms are working and if you haven't got any, pick some up with your shopping … they could save lives, your home and your possessions.

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Public Holidays/Other 2017

School Term Dates 2017 Primary, Intermediate Secondary

New Years Day: 1st Sunday January New Years Day: Observed 2nd Monday January New Years Day: Day After NY 3rd Tuesday January Waitangi Day: Monday 6th February 2017 Term1 Autumn 01st March 2017 Monday 30 January 2017 St Patrick Day 17th March (Not a Holiday) 2017 And Tuesday 7 February Daylight Saving Ends 02nd April 2017 Thursday 13th April 2017 Good Friday: Friday 14th April 2017 Easter Day Sunday 16th April 2017 Term 2 Easter Monday: Monday 17th April 2017 Monday 01st May Anzac Day: Tuesday 25th April 2017 Friday 07th July 2017 Mothers Day 14th May (Not a Holiday) 2017 Term 3 Winter 01st June 2017 Queens Birthday: Monday 05th June 2017 Monday 24th July 2017 Shortest Day 21st June 2017 Friday 29th September 2017 Spring 01st September 2017 Daylight Saving Starts 24th September 2017 4th Term Labour Day: Monday 23rd October 2017 Monday 16th October 2017 Summer 01st December 2017 20th December 2017 Longest Day 22nd December 2017 Secondary & Composite Christmas Day: Monday 25th December 2017 Boxing Day: Tuesday 26th December 2017 Wednesday

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

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

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

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CC’s Bay of Plenty InfoPac, Phone: 021 501 200 … Email: ccsbopinfopac@gmail.com LIVING OUR AMENDS WITH FAMILY AND FRIENDS One of the steps in AA is about making amends to the people we hurt whilst drinking and it's more than just saying sorry. It's about living in recovery daily and showing by your actions a commitment to sobriety, honesty and integrity in all your dealings. No more lying and hiding your drinking. No more secretly wasting money on alcohol. No more copping out of relationships and not being present with your partner/children/friends because alcohol is more important.

"It is important for me to realize that, as an alcoholic, I not only hurt myself but those around me. Making amends to my family, and to the families of alcoholics still suffering, will always be important.

Understanding the havoc I created and trying to repair the destruction, will be a lifelong endeavour. The example of my sobriety may give others hope, and faith to help themselves."

- from Daily Reflections page 173 I love that last sentence and really do hope that the example of my sobriety may help others. And not just other alcoholics. I hope that my community can see that you can rise up from the gutter of addiction and become a functioning and relevant part of the community again. Addiction is an awful disease that needs love, compassion and community to help the healing process. I'm thankful that I have been able to find that light and help in my own healing and recovery.

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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At Waipuna Hospice, it’s all about making the most of every day so we offer a number of programmes that encourage reflection, celebration and participation in life.

Aha Moments This two session programme is offered to our patients as a way of honouring, reflecting and recording special times. Artistic skills are not required; it’s about the “Aha!” moments as patients create a story board using materials that symbolise significant places, people and events in their life. A volunteer scribe sits alongside the patient and records the meaning behind the artwork, leaving a visual and literal story to share with family and friends.

Meaning Centred Group Programme Meaning, value, purpose, wellbeing. This 8 week programme explores identity before and after diagnosis, life as a legacy, encountering life’s limitations, creativity and courage, connection, meaningful moments and hope, peace and wellbeing. It is free to hospice patients, with the next programme starting in August.

Mondays at Waipuna Ever wondered what that place by the river is like inside? People are often pleasantly surprised by our light, spacious, life-filled hospice facility. While the majority of our patients remain at home under the care of our specialist nurses, our Te Puna Inpatient Unit and Day Services suite fulfills a variety of functions. Every Monday at 10.30am, anyone is welcome to drop in for a coffee, view our video and have a look around with a staff member or volunteer. Come and dispel some of those misconceptions. We’ll look forward to seeing you.

For more information on our work, upcoming fundraising events and volunteer opportunities, visit www.waipuna-hospice.co.nz and www.facebook.com/ WaipunaHospiceTauranga

Adoption a “Social Problem” Adoption is listed under “Social Problems” at the Tauranga Library. I have to have a little chuckle to myself at the irony of this.

Originally adoption was seen as a solution to a social problem, young mothers becoming pregnant outside of marriage. You only know what you know so the powers to be at the time pressured these young mothers to give their babies away. The child would go to a stable married home. The birthmother would forget about the shameful event and move on with her life.

Sadly, and remembering that you only know what you know. The powers to be missed one very crucial fact. Separation of a baby from its mother is traumatic.

Research has now shown that this separation is so traumatic for the baby that it has in many cases a profound and lifelong effect.

This profound trauma is where life starts for many adoptees, especially those separated at birth or shortly after. The next challenge for the adoptee is they were often adopted by strangers and had all information and connection with family of origin blocked.

Next challenge, the trauma of these events is not acknowledged in any way shape or form. This, and I can speak from personal experience, is crazy making for the adoptee.

Is it any wonder that adoptees over-represent in suicide statistics and are much more likely to have problems with addiction and mental health? It appears the solution has created another problem.

There is hope. The most healing thing I have done as an adult adoptee is share the often confusing and overwhelming feelings around my adoptee life. Slowly with the help of those who understand I come back to a stronger whole sense of self.

Adult Adoptee’s Support Tauranga (AAST) has been meeting every second Thursday since January. We meet 6 pm in the Oystercatcher room at Arataki Community Centre, Zambuk Way, Bayfair. Contact Scott on 0275656459

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

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

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

CC’s Prop Hire CC’s Props has a range of props that will enhance a theme for your event. Depending on the prop they stand 6ft and look absolutely fabulous.

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

Hollow drums are also available.

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

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CC’s Bay of Plenty InfoPac, Phone: 021 501 200 … Email: ccsbopinfopac@gmail.com

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

Don’t think it can’t happen to you.

People do spike drinks …

Never leave your drink unattended.

Know who is buying your drink or get it yourself.

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

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

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

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

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

Eldernet Are you trying to help your Aged Parents?

I want to talk about one of the transitions that many of us will be involved in sooner or later, and that is helping our aged parents to make the huge leap in moving out of their home and into a smaller home, retirement village or residential care.

It’s probably mainly the baby boomers among us who are facing this tough time, and I know first-hand how emotional this can be for all parties involved, and especially for our loved ones who may be unwell and needing special care. Having been through this, those memories of that difficult time are still vivid.

For many families, this decision can be a struggle with a parent not wanting to budge from the family home, and all their possessions.

What brought all of this back to my mind was a conversation I had last week with a woman who is needing to move her mother into an independent apartment in central Tauranga, and wanting some ideas on how to make the transition as easily and stress-free as possible. Interestingly she said her Mum had said to her “I just want someone to make the decisions for me on what I need to take to the new place, and then settle me in once I get there.” I totally get what she is saying; she will already be overwhelmed just thinking about leaving the family home and all her possessions, to then try to make decisions around what will fit into a much smaller serviced apartment in a residential care facility would be far too daunting. Having lost her husband a year ago there was the emotional job of sorting through his items as well.

This is where family comes in. This loving daughter and I chatted for some time about how this could be handled with as much sensitivity as possible. Here’s the path we discussed: First chat to her Mum about a plan on how this can be made easy for her, and although I mentioned that I could meet with her and her mum to help with this discussion this is also something she could do on her own. The main thing is that she is respected and able to speak for herself as to what she wants to do. Being bossy and railroading a parent, for their own good, is unkind and disrespectful to my mind.

Secondly, I suggested to the daughter that she and I visit the serviced apartment to see exactly how much space there is, and potentially what pieces of her furniture could fit, as well as checking out possible storage for clothes and the like.

The next step is to make the decisions, with her Mum alongside so she can give her opinion, on what will be useful to take to the new apartment and what definitely won’t fit.

If these discussions become too difficult it is sometimes easier to have an independent person working with a parent or parents Please be careful with decisions around large furniture, and lots of possessions. Large furniture in a small area can become a tripping hazard, and lots of possessions on table tops can also quickly become messy. People living in small areas need as much space as possible, and that includes on table tops where they need to be able to safely pop a cup of tea, newspaper or book.

I want to make a point here that I feel is important: please be wary of keeping boxes and boxes of your parents’ possessions and trying to store them at your own home. I have seen this time and time again: boxes stacked up to ceiling height in a garage, or in a spare room. This immediately cuts down on your own valuable storage space, but there is also the fact that often these boxes of possessions remain sealed sometimes for years.

I do understand that this is just a personal preference and everyone must make their own decisions on what they want to keep and there will be precious items that will be shared around the family I am sure.

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

Don't scull or mix your drinks.

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

Take extra care if out on your own.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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CC’s Bay of Plenty InfoPac, Phone: 021 501 200 … Email: ccsbopinfopac@gmail.com Good HEALTH

Time For A Laugh

“Never allow your ego to diminish your ability to listen.” ― Gary Hopkins “Give yourself permission to let it hurt but also allow yourself the permission to let it heal.” ― Nikki Rowe What's so fascinating and frustrating and great about life is that you're constantly starting over, all the time Calm mind brings inner strength and self-confidence, so that's very important for good health.— Dalai Lama To keep the body in good health is a duty... otherwise we shall not be able to keep our mind strong and clear.— Buddha All the money in the world can't buy you back good health.

— Reba McEntire It always seems impossible until it's done.— Nelson Mandela With the new day comes new strength and new thoughts.

— Eleanor Roosevelt

Setting goals is the first step in turning the invisible into the visible.— Tony Robbins You can't cross the sea merely by standing and staring at the water. — Rabindranath Tagore

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A lawyer was just waking up from anesthesia after surgery, and his wife was sitting by his side. His eyes fluttered open and he said, "You're beautiful!" and then he fell asleep again. His wife had never heard him say that so she stayed by his side.

A couple of minutes later, his eyes fluttered open and he said, "You're cute!" Well, the wife was disappointed because instead of "beautiful," it was "cute." She asked, "What happened to 'beautiful'?"

His reply was "The drugs are wearing off!"

A man working with an electric saw accidentally cuts off all of his fingers. At the emergency room, his doctor says, "Give me the fingers, and I'll see what I can do."

The injured man replies, "But I don't have the fingers!"

"Why didn't you bring them?" the doctor asks.

The injured man responds, "Doc, I couldn't pick them up."

A wife got so mad at her husband she packed his bags and told him to get out. As he walked to the door she yelled, "I hope you die a long, slow, painful death."

He turned around and said, "So, you want me to stay?"

A mom was washing her little boy’s hair in the bath.

She said to him, “My how your hair has grown, you’re going to need another haircut”.

The little boy replied, “Well, that’s what happens when you water it.”

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Fire News Welcome back for another issue of Fire News. We’re just over halfway through the year now, at the time of writing this article, my colleagues and I are working our way through a night shift. Tonight the news channels have been laden with reports from the Glenfell Fire. The sheer scale of destruction, readily available live coverage and terrifying eye witness accounts have shocked and stunned the world. Fire is very fast and indiscriminant. We must never under estimate the risk or speed at which it can develop.

It is of vital importance that we all take the time to consider fire safety at all levels. Around the house, at work or out and about. Your first point of call will be the Fire & Emergency website for rapid information, particularly around escape planning and winter fire safety advice. Another avenue you can utilize is your local fire station, that is where the experts live and they are always more than willing to give you advice.…………………………...……………………………………………………………………….

Earlier this week my colleagues and I attended a chimney fire – one that we were lucky to be alerted to. By chance a neighbor taking out their rubbish noticed the developing fire. The result was successful, as we were at the property within minutes, able to extinguish and then ensure that there was no chance of the Fire spreading into the remainder of the roof space. Chimney fires are a real risk during this time of year as the temperature plummets into a more winter climate. There are some things you can do however to ensure that your chimney is safe this winter. .

Clean chimneys and flues before your first fire of the season.

Always use a fireguard or spark-guard with open fires.

Never throw rubbish into the fireplace particularly batteries and aerosol cans.

Ashes can take up to five days to cool. Always empty fireplace or wood burner ashes and ashtrays into a metal bin and pour water over them before disposal.

Before going to sleep, make sure your fireplace fire is out.

With these simple steps, you can greatly reduce the risk of fire in your chimney or roof this winter.

As the saying goes, a dose of prevention is far greater than any cure.

You may have noticed a few changes about the usual look of the Fire Service. For a start, as of the 1st of July 2017, we as an organization become Fire & Emergency New Zealand. Over time you will see our branding change to a new unifying logo and we will become better known as a Fire & Emergency service rather than the historic ‘Fire Service’. The important thing to know is firefighters all around New Zealand continue to respond to emergencies and calls for help as they have, 24/7, 365 days a year.

If you are interested in more information about this you can refer to fenzproject.co.nz If you would like to get in touch or there is something you would like for me to speak about the following month, you can email myself at Joshua.bishop@fire.org.nz Have a safe winter!

Senior firefighter Kawerau Fire Station Fire and Emergency New Zealand DDI: (07) 323 1077, MOB: (027) 7228 626, Fax: (07) 323 1078

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

Emergencies: in the event of an emergency dial 111.

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

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

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

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

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Shop 304 Bayfair Shopping Centre Cnr Maunganui & Girven Road Mount Maunganui Tel 07 574 1089

Shop G1 Bethleham Town Centre 19 Bethleham Road Bethleham Tel 07 579 1211

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The Mobile Library The Mobile Library visits 43 stops on a fortnightly cycle. There are over 3,500 items to choose from The Mobile Library Three new books full of adventure, intrigue and kindness for you to get 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. your teeth into this July.

At your library now…

The first has been the subject of a number of film adaptions, namely The White Rose and Sophie Scholl. At The Heart of the White Rose details the letters and diaries of Hans and Sophie Scholl, lead siblings and members of Munich’s failed anti-Nazi resistance group. A celebration of the beautiful and good amidst the degradation and evil of the political leaders of World War II.

Mobile Library Timetable July 2017

On a lighter note, the next book full of adventures of a different kind 33 Walks in London That You Shouldn’t Miss is self-explanatory! The intensely illustrated book is Nicola Perry’s take on where you should wander, eat and take selfies with in this ultimate insider’s guide to exploring London.

Back to the seriousness of life, Robert Emery’s Two Homes, One Childhood is a treatise on the understanding of the modern family when divorce has happened, or about to happen. This kind, sensible, understanding book promotes that family life is forever, and not just a short period of time. The book will benefit readers with children who have been affected by divorce or separation.

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

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

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

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P.E.T (PATIENTS EMERGENCY TOILETRIES) CHARITABLE TRUST INC provides

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PERSONAL CARE PACKS of Toiletries to Tauranga Hospital Patients admitted under Emergency situations. ~ Aprox 7500 bags have now been given FREE to patients during the past 4 years this trust has been operating.

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

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

Blood Pressure list Age Min 1 -12 months 75/50 1 - 5 years 80/55 6 -13 years 90/60 14 -19 years 105/73 20 - 24 years 108/75 25 - 29 years 109/76 30 -34 years 110/77 35 - 39 years 111/78 40 - 44 years 112/79 45 - 49 years 115/80 50 - 54 years 116/81 55 - 59 years 118/82 60 - 64 years 121/83

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

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

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You Can Say No … And Mean It!

How To Use Words Words in the human race are one of the most powerful tools that it is scary just how many ways they can be interpreted and used. Depending on the tone, manner, choice of words is how they can effect another person. One should understand that they can either build, make or break another with words.

In today’s society, there is some confusion about what we’re entitled to or what we deserve. Concern about what we are teaching our children for the future. Are we teaching them how to be grateful and work hard for what they want or are we making life too easy for them?

Words can leave an everlasting effect not only on another person but the whole family and their friends. Any person that is careless, cruel and unkind should keep their mouth closed and learn to become a kinder considerate person showing respect to others with kinder words.

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

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

Should children really hear or see this?

Words have energy and power which determines positive, neutral, and negative impacts with the ability to help, hinder, hurt, harm, heal, humiliate or humble another person.” Words are a carrier of meaning.

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

Words don’t only have to be spoken to have all of the above effects, written words are just as harmful and dangerous used and written in the wrong way, which can lead to consequences on both parties or world effects. When words are written on paper, read and passed on to others, they are no longer in your control of meaning or use. Misuse of the words could lead to unfair, dangerous and be misleading to others.

Irresponsible people of all ages with irrational and impulsive behaviour with use of modern technology devices sending Emails, Txt and Facebooking have left lasting effect with bullying, threats and arguments leading to depression causing meltdowns and suicide.

Repulsive language used in messaging can not in anyway be removed by deleting, it’s in cyberspace leaving your reputation pretty scumbag low.

Think twice before you send your messages.

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

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

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

This only makes them an undesirable child to others.

The old saying “sticks and stones can break your bones but words will never hurt you” …. mmmm not so true

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

Food for thought.

Food for thought

Parents it’s our job to teach our children to be responsible, kind, compassionate, honest and reliable. Kids will be kids no matter who they are. They don’t understand the responsibility and dangers of a loose tongue or an out of control pen/txt, keep a close watch on them.

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

Please show respect to the dog owner and their pooch.

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

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Ingredients 1 can salmon, drained/flaked 2 eggs, beaten 1 small onion, diced 1 teaspoon ground black pepper 3 tablespoons vegetable oil Add all ingredients to list Prep 10 m … Cook 20 m … Ready In 30 m Pick through the salmon and remove any bones. In a mixing bowl, beat the eggs and add the diced onion, salmon and pepper. Mix thoroughly. Shape into 2 ounce patties; about 7 or 8 patties.

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

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

Ingredients (Prep 10 m … Cook 20 m … Ready In 30 m) 2 cups grated zucchini 2 eggs, beaten1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese 2 tablespoons vegetable oil salt to taste 1/2 cup all-purpose flour Add all ingredients to list In a medium bowl, combine the zucchini, eggs, onion, flour, Parmesan cheese, mozzarella cheese, and salt. Stir well enough to distribute ingredients evenly. Heat a small amount of oil in a pan, drop zucchini mixture by heaping tablespoonfuls, and cook for a few minutes on each side until golden.

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CC’s Bay of Plenty InfoPac, Phone: 021 501 200 —...— Email: ccsbopinfopac@gmail.com 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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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.

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)

Katikati is about an half hour drive north of Tauranga, it is well known as the Mural Town with a variety of paintings displayed on the buildings that tell some of the history of the early Irish settlement. There is a beautiful display of hanging baskets along the main street which brightens up the town.

The continual growing of this wee town has plenty to offer visiting people with their cafes, shops, walkways and parks and public artwork. Take a stroll through Haiku pathway a great place for a picnic with family and friends. In close proximity of Katikati there are hot pools, bird gardens, Naturist Park, the Quarry park and many walks to enjoy the native bush and views over the harbor. Short drives north of Katikati is Bowentown, Waihi Beach, Waihi and Paeroa.

Enjoy a ride on a heritage train with Goldfields Railway.

Journey between Waihi and Waikino at the eastern end of the spectacular Karangahake Gorge (E: info@waihirail.co.nz) .

Walk or cycle the tracks and enjoy the rock formation, flowing river and native bush and birds.

Katikati Haiku Walkway

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

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

Market Dates

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

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

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

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

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Violence

‘Choice’ So many ideas, thoughts and pain

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

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

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

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

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

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

Financial Violence occurs when an individual uses finances to

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

We also run an After Suicide Support Group.

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

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It Is How We Lose That Makes Us Stand Out By the time you get to read this, The America’s cup will have been decided, and even the Test series between the All Blacks and The Lions will be drawing to a close.

Big national and international sporting fixtures that have our great little country punching way above its weight is really quite standard for us, we expect it usually.

However it is not how we win that is a lesson to our children; it is how we lose that makes us stand out as positive people. It is conceding a game well played rather that moaning and complaining about the poor decision by the referee or the committee that our children are observing. Likewise, our reaction when our favourite person in reality TV programme goes home, or doesn’t win in a challenge will also be noted by our children There has been some focus in recent years about parental behaviour side -line when our little cherubs are playing usually their chosen winter sport. We as parents need to be able to encourage our kids without encouraging them to break the rules or become unnecessarily over aggressive. This focus appears to be diminishing somewhat for this current winter season, but maybe I haven’t been noticing as much.

As a parent, which is a job bigger than just being big people with kids, we are constantly role modelling our behaviours for our children. This is why we have inter-generational poor behaviours, such as domestic violence or habitual unemployment or positive behaviours such as three generations in the same job or the same hobbies, or even volunteering their time.

One of the biggest challenges in my role in social services is having a parent bring me their child expecting me to do something that they as parents won’t. Many people don’t like having a focus on their parenting, however often they want me to stop their child doing something they are doing or have done themselves. If you used to get blind drunk every weekend, and its part of the family lore, don’t be surprised when your children start doing the same thing, in reality they are trying to please you, or trying to fit the mould that you have given them.

In the same vein, if the America’s cup does not go our way or heaven forbid some partnership comes up with a room that you absolutely hate on The Block, think about what you are showing your children as a way to handle disappointments. Remember they are watching.

Having said that, should the Lions win the series, my next column will be late, as I will be drowning my sorrows in some corner!!!

Having a winning month Donald Welsh, Parenting Coach

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Life is 10% what happens to me and 90% of how I react to it.

– Charles Swindol

A Dogs Soul

Every dog must have a soul, somewhere deep inside Where all his hurts and grievances are buried with his pride.

Where he decides the good and bad, the wrong way from the right, And where his judgement carefully is hidden from our sight.

A dog must have a secret place, where every thought abides, A sort of close acquaintance that he trusts in and confides.

And when accused unjustly for himself, He cannot speak, Rebuked, He finds within his soul, the comfort he must seek.

He'll love, tho' he is unloved, and he'll serve tho' badly used, And one kind word will wipe away the times when he's abused.

Altho' his heart may break in two, his love will still be whole, Because God gave to every dog an understanding Soul! Unknown

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.

VIOLENCE & ABUSE

What Day Do You Get Your Hair Cut? If you want your hair to be healthier or if you have unruly or damaged hair, it’s a good idea to have your hair cut during a full moon. It will positively influence not only your appearance but wellbeing as well.

Choose the right hairdresser for yourself.

Have your hair cut during a full moon.

It’s prohibited to have your hair cut on these lunar days.

Choose the day of your haircut depending on how you want to change your life.

Monday. You’ll get rid of all negative emotions and unsolved problems.

This day is good for dying your hair.

Tuesday. This day will replenish your positive emotions, give you more energy and make you more active.

Wednesday. Having your haircut on this day will mean you’re open to everything new. You’ll meet new people, have new trips, gain new experience.

Thursday will bring you luck, new and exciting people into your life.

Friday is the best day for women’s beauty! If you attend the hairdresser’s on this day, you change not only your hair but also your appearance.

Saturday. On this day your hair will get healthier.

Sunday is the worst day for having your hair cut as it may change your fate and ruin your luck. …. Source: fitnessi.ru https://wikr.com

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