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January 2018 Volume 15 Issue 6

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4DORSET Volume 15 • Issue 6 • January 2018

Happy New Year!

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MAGS4DORSET

How is your resolution going? Mine is a bit different this year. Instead of the usual diet, I have resolved to take more of a back seat with the magazines and devote extra time to my mother and my fiction writing. To this end, we are advertising for an acting editor. Some of you will know that I’ve been the editor here for 15 years, (20 if you count the five years prior to that with Viewpoint). As you can imagine, the boots are big to fill, even though I am only shrimp-sized. But if you think you are the right person for the job, give me a call. We are also looking to expand the business by taking on a person in a brand new role. Turn to page 27 to find out more about both positions. We are pleased to introduce Forest Holme Hospice as our charity of the year and will be supporting them throughout 2018. Their first column is on page 7. For those who like fiction, there is a short story on page 39. It was highly commended in our 9th annual fiction competition and the author was delighted to have it published. Will 2018 bring many changes to your life? A new career perhaps? The New Year always offers a fresh start and our feature on pages 22 and 23 includes some exciting ideas just in case a job with mags4dorset isn’t what you’re dreaming of.

Until next time

Ben Pulford managing director design@mags4dorset.co.uk Nick Pulford company secretary accounts@mags4dorset.co.uk

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Alpaca them into the lift!

Residents and visitors at Newstone House did a triple take when they were visited by BBC Countryfile star Adam Henson and two alpacas. Adam and alpacas Oliver and Jimmy were filming at the Colten Care home in Sturminster Newton for Countryfile. Adam met residents in the home’s lounges and indoor beach and even took his furry friends in the lift, to visit some people in their rooms. He said, “Of all the strange things I’ve done, I’ve never been in a lift with alpacas! “But the boys are extremely well behaved and I have had a wonderful day here at Newstone House, talking to residents about these fascinating animals and also the animals they have owned during their lives.” The presenter, his cameraman and sound engineer were invited to the home by Wendy Williams, the owner of Alpaca Adventure in Shaftesbury and a regular visitor to Newstone House. Wendy, who owns Jimmy, Oliver and 34 more alpacas, said, “I wrote to Countryfile to tell them about my alpaca walking breaks and was thrilled when they said they wanted to visit us. “They were also very interested to hear how I take my animals to visit Colten Care’s care homes. “The alpacas are very soft to the touch and always elicit a great response from care home residents, including those with dementia. So I asked Newstone House if we could visit them too and they were glad to help.”

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Sohail Daniel, the manager of Newstone House, was also interviewed by Adam Henson. He said, “Our residents and all the staff love Countryfile and it has been wonderful to show Adam and his crew around. “After seeing the response of our residents to the alpacas, Adam said he is considering introducing them to his own visitor farm in the Cotswolds, which is fabulous.” The Countryfile programme was broadcast on BBC One, on 10 December.

U-turns favour Future Dorset merger plan Dorset is a step nearer to reducing its nine councils to two in a major cost-saving reorganisation.

“Our priority moving forward has to In U-turns last month, councillors of Purbeck be getting the best for our residents,” District Council and East Dorset District Council, leader of East Dorset District Council, Cllr two of three authorities that were opposed to Spencer Flower council reorganisation, withdrew their opposition to the Future Dorset proposal. Purbeck councillors voted 19 to 5, and in East Dorset voting was 14 to 12, (each with one abstention). Both councils will now write to the Secretary of State to accept his ‘minded-to’ decision. Last January (2017), they voted to not support submission to the Secretary of State, however, six other Dorset councils supported the submission and asked the Secretary of State for Communities and Local Government to implement a reorganisation by the formation of two unitary councils. Last November, the Secretary of State announced he was “minded to implement the proposed reorganisation.” He gave councils until 8 January 2018 to make representations, after which, if he reaffirms his decision to support the submission, the new unitary councils will be formed in April 2019. If the merger goes ahead, it will reduce the number of councils from nine to two with the aim of saving £200m by 2019. Christchurch Council, the third council to originally oppose the reorganisation held a local poll in December. By a majority of 84.18% to 15.82% of the 21,022 votes cast, residents voted not to support joining a unitary authority with Bournemouth and Poole. Council members will now discuss the results at an Extraordinary Full Council meeting on 2 January 2018. East Dorset and Purbeck already sit on the Dorset Area Joint Committee which comprises councillors from the six councils: North, East and West Dorset, Weymouth & Portland, Purbeck and Dorset County that would make up the proposed new Dorset area unitary council if local government reorganisation goes ahead, and Christchurch sits on the Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole Joint Committee. Dorset Local Enterprise Partnership chair, Jim Stewart, said, “Two unitary authorities for Dorset makes absolute business sense for our local economy. We firmly endorse the Future Dorset proposal.”

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LAW SPOT

Myth busting

- “Common Law Marriage” means nothing in law! Cath Porter, Head of Family Law, Harold G Walker Solicitors There are about 3.3 million unmarried couples living together in the UK. That is about 1 family in 5. There are many reasons for choosing not to get married, but many unmarried couples do not realise that they are leaving themselves in a precarious financial position. Many mistakenly believe that if a couple lives together for long enough, or after they have had children together, that they will each automatically have the same legal rights and responsibilities as a married couple if they later split up, or one of them dies without leaving a will. Whilst unmarried parents do have legal and financial obligations towards any child they have together, the same does not apply between the parents themselves. For example, if one parent, often the mother, has given up or reduced work to raise their child, that parent is not entitled to any financial support from their partner to make up for this sacrifice. This means the child’s primary carer could be

left with no financial security, without a home and with no access to a pension or savings. The steps that a cohabiting couple can take to guard themselves against these problems (other than getting married) include: • Make a Cohabitation Agreement, which can record the couple’s intentions concerning property and other financial support for their children if they separate. • Make a Declaration of Trust to record how the equity in a property, such as the family home, should be shared, even if financial contributions to the purchase or mortgage payments are not equal. • Make a will – this can record how financial support will be provided to the survivor on death of their partner. For further information and to arrange an initial free half-hour meeting with one of our specialist family lawyers, please contact our Family Team by calling any of Harold G Walker’s offices.

This column is for guidance only and does not constitute legal advice.

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Subscription traps Are you locked into a subscription for an offer you didn’t sign up for? You’re not alone; millions of people across the UK have experienced issues cancelling recurring payments for subscriptions without their apparent authorisation. Subscription traps are deliberately misleading practices, where the company involved uses deceptive language and deceptive terms and conditions. With traps, products are usually advertised as free samples, where consumers are asked to pay for postage and packaging (P&P). The consumer will then typically find that much larger amounts are routinely taken from their bank account, using the Continuous Payment Authority (CPA), which the consumer believed was only established to pay their P&P on the original item. Products with traps are often substandard or don’t turn up at all. Be wary of free trials or low price offers for slimming pills, health foods, anti-ageing products or medicines. Make sure you read the small print and don’t get conned into a longerterm financial agreement through a CPA – a subscription trap! They will cost you much more than you think. Ask yourself why you are giving over your credit or debit card details. Check the full price and duration of the offer before signing up. If you have fallen into a subscription trap, remember that banks and other financial institutions have a duty to protect their customers. When a customer complains that they have been trapped by a subscription, the bank should cancel it. They have a legal duty to stop continuous payment authorities when customers ask them to, and they may have to give you a refund if you have been misled or defrauded. For more advice or to report something to trading standards, call the Citizens Advice helpline on 03454 04 05 06.

MAGS4DORSET CHARITY OF THE YEAR mags4dorset is delighted to support Forest Holme Hospice in Poole as its charity of the year throughout 2018. Readers will be able to find out more about this worthy charity by following this column in both 4Dorset and Viewpoint magazines.

Introducing Forest Holme Hospice charity Have you ever heard of Forest Holme? You may be surprised to learn that their specialist teams care for over 1,000 local adults each year across Poole, Wimborne and the Isle of Purbeck. Forest Holme Hospice was established in 1994 and is part of Poole Hospital NHS Foundation Trust. Situated in Seldown Road, Poole, it is a centre of excellence in the care of those with life limiting illnesses. The aim of the hospice is to make their patients’ last days, weeks and months of life as comfortable and as pain free as possible. Anne Currie, charity manager at the hospice said, “People often say that they haven’t heard of us until they need us, but with people living longer with more complex illnesses, hospice care is becoming increasingly important.” The specialist doctors, nurses, counsellors and

care team at Forest Holme offer expert advice, and practical and emotional support for adults of any age. Their expertise covers a range of life-limiting and terminal illnesses including; advanced cancer, motor neurone disease, Parkinson’s and respiratory conditions. Hannah O’Hare, fundraising and communications manager said, “We have a highly trained team who aim to make their patients feel as well as possible for as long as possible – giving them time to spend with their families and create special memories, which will be treasured for years to come.” As well as providing care in the hospice itself, the teams provide palliative and end of life care within hospitals, in care homes, and in a patient’s own home. They also provide comfort and support to the patient’s family and friends.

This care extends after their loved ones have passed, through their bereavement counselling service. One patient’s relative said, “Forest Holme is a sanctuary, it is a place filled with love and kindness, with staff who become friends at the most desperate of times and give you their time unconditionally.” For more information on how you can support the vital work of the charity, please contact 01202 670644 or visit: www. forestholmehospice.org.uk

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Jewellers win prestigious award Forum Jewellers are celebrating winning the ‘Retail and Leisure Experience’ category in the Dorset Business Awards. Organised by the Dorset Chamber of Commerce and Industry, these are the county’s flagship awards for business. Lead judge, John Grinnell, from sponsors The Dolphin Shopping Centre said, “Forum Jewellers has a very professional team on the shop floor, and this professionalism extends to the website and their social media… From looking in the shop window at the jewellery where the beautiful products are on display in a well-

presented manner, to entering the shop where the customer experience continues, excellent information was provided on the item to be purchased, as well as advice on features and benefits of their designer collections. Forum Jewellers provides a wonderful experience from start to finish.” Helen Molloy, Forum’s director, was happy for the whole team and said, “Our business strategy has always been to enhance the retail experience and to have it recognised by our peers from the Dorset business community is just the icing on the cake.”

More celebrations

A Ferndown food and wine club was so impressed with one of the more bus drivers in the town that they decided to crown her with the title ‘driver of the month’. Penny, who cheerfully greets people on route 13 was given the accolade due to her so smooth bus ride along with her big, happy, forever smiling face and tremendous personality. The day she received her title was also her birthday.

Shortlisted for legal awards

Nicola Lowe, Partner of Harold G Walker Solicitors has made the shortlist in the Partner of the Year category for the 2018 Dorset Legal Wards. The firm has also been shortlisted in the Contribution to the Community category. The winners will be announced on 23 February at the Bournemouth International Centre.

Money for social services Dorset County Council is to invest £1m to recruit an additional 20 experienced children’s social workers in Dorset. The council has also been awarded £2m from the Department for Education to fund a unique learning and development programme aimed at its children’s social work teams. Reinvigorating Social Work is about helping social workers build relationships that will make a positive difference to children and families who need help. To find out more visit the dorsetforyou website.

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£800m clean up bill

Season of goodwill

Maximum on-the-spot fines for dropping litter will almost double from April – from the current limit of £80 to £150 – in order to deter and punish the anti-social minority who continue to drop rubbish.

Thanks to the generosity of local businesses and organisations who donated funds to the Christchurch mayor’s goodwill fund, local Scouts, Guides, Brownies and Sea Scouts helped the mayor, Cllr Nick Geary, distribute goodwill parcels within the borough to 38 nominated recipients before Christmas. The mayor thanked all the young people who gave up their time to help distribute parcels.

After making the announcement in October, environment minister Thérèse Coffey, said cleaning up our streets and countryside currently costs the taxpayer almost £800 million a year. In future, councils will also be able to impose these fines on the owners of vehicles from which litter is thrown, even if it was discarded by someone else. Following the announcement Cllr Martin Tett, LGA spokesman said, “Councils being able to issue increased fines to litter louts, who show no consideration for the community they live in, will send a strong message to those who think their laziness is more important than the environment in which they live… “It is great that from April, councils will be able to get tough with the anti-social minority who think our roads are a repository for rubbish.”

£57m bill for fly tipping in England alone Latest government statistics for 2016/17 relating to fly tipping revealed that the local authorities in England dealt with around a million fly-tipping incidents, a seven per cent increase from the previous year. Responding to the data, Cllr Martin Tett said, “Litter and fly-tipping is environmental vandalism – it’s unpleasant, unnecessary and unacceptable. Not only does fly-tipping create an eyesore for residents, it is also a serious public health risk, creating pollution and attracting rats and other vermin. “Clearing up fly-tipping is costing councils in England more than £57 million a year – money that could be spent on other services, like caring for the elderly, protecting children or tackling homelessness. It is unacceptable that they are having to spend vast amounts each year tackling this scourge.”

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wimborne NEWS

£20,000 fine for selling unsafe tablet computers

national retailer of secondhand goods that specialised in technology, computers and video games, has been fined £20,000 and ordered to pay prosecution costs of £6,339 and £170 victim surchage. CEX Limited pleaded guilty to selling two unsafe ‘Microsoft Surface’ tabletstyle computers with plugin power cords that failed the Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 1994. The prosecution was brought by Dorset County Council Trading Standards Service and took place at Poole Magistrates’ Court on 30 November 2017.

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The court heard that a Wimborne resident had purchased two of the computers from CEX on-line. On delivery, he plugged the first one in to charge it and the power cord began to melt and smoke, with a flame briefly, before he switched it off at the mains. When he examined the power cord of the second computer, delivered a few days later, it was also damaged. He complained to trading standards and an expert examination concluded that as a result of the cord being wound tightly around the power supply by a previous owner, the strands

in the electric wire had split causing arcing and the risk of electric shock and fire. Microsoft had issued a product recall in January 2016 because of the fault, and this was widely publicised. The court heard that it would have been simple for CEX to check if the product was subject to a recall, but they had not. The chair of the magistrates said that this was a serious offence and could have resulted in a death. However, he accepted it was an isolated incident and the company had now changed their procedures, co-operated with trading standards investigation and pleaded guilty at the first opportunity. Martin Thursby, principal trading standards officer with Dorset County Council, said that the safety of consumers is paramount, “Consumers rightly trust businesses to ensure that products they sell are safe. When dealing with electrical goods the risks are very apparent and where secondhand items are involved businesses need to be particularly diligent to check they only sell safe products.”

(l-r) Shane Watson, Dorset Funeral Plan; Nigel Davies; Peter Douch, chairman of Douch Family Funeral Directors

Wimborne & Colehill CC lifts trophy The Jack Douch Memorial Trophy for cricket in the Dorset community (2017) was won by Wimborne and Colehill CC – the club Jack used to play for. The trophy and £400 prize were provided by the league sponsors, the Dorset Funeral Plan, and presented by Jack’s son Peter. Wimborne won the award for developing a women’s softball section, achieving great success with youngsters, exemplary conduct in league reports and excellent pitch reports. Club member Adrian Prince was also nominated for ‘Outstanding Service to Cricket’. Jack Douch worked for his father’s firm, FC Douch and Son in Wimborne. In 1999 they introduced The Dorset Funeral Plan, which has been sponsoring the cricket league for over 10 years. Jack’s family decided to mark his passing five years ago with the award for the club that has done most for the game in their community. Nigel Davies, vice-chairman and fixture secretary for Wimborne and Colehill CC said, “I’m delighted that we’ve won the award because Jack would have been so pleased. “We’re a club that embraces everyone; we have boys and girls aged five upwards and a new women’s section. “We have four teams on a Saturday, a Sunday team, midweek team and a whole youth section. “Our pitches are good and next year we are hosting an international on 27 May, between Dorset and Wales.”

education NEWS Students’ work expresses feeling On Thursday 11 January, Bournemouth Library in the Triangle, will be hosting the launch of an exhibition of work by students from Cranborne Middle School. The exhibition is being held to commemorate Holocaust Memorial Day on 27 January.

Brightening up the football team

Ferndown Middle School is delighted that The John Thornton Young Achievers Foundation has sponsored two new sets of football shirts for the pupils to wear in matches. The school has purchased a home kit in royal blue and an away kit of pink. The school has a great footballing reputation for both girls and boys and this partnership with The John Thornton Young Achievers Foundation will allow them to stand out from the crowd in future games. - advertising feature -

National Hockey Champions at Wimborne’s Dumpton School Many congratulations to the Dumpton School Year 7 girls who travelled to Ipswich for the 30 school U12 IAPS National Finals last month. On the day they faced some very well-known sporting schools such as Millfield, St Olave’s, Danes Hill and Westbourne House. After six extremely competitive matches in the morning, they topped their group and then battled through the quarter and semi-finals to play Holme Grange in the final. The tension went to new heights as the score was 0-0 after extra time – but they went on to win the match on penalty shuffles!

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Director of sport, Aissa Randle says, “Sport is an integral part of life here at Dumpton School – every child is encouraged to take part and learn the valuable lessons that come from being part of a team. Our sporting philosophy also reflects that of the school – participation, respect, enjoyment and performance. We are immensely proud of the achievements of all of our pupils, whether on, or off, the sports field but special congratulations to our U12 Girls Hockey Team!” The team is pictured with their coaches, Mrs Heidi Clemmitt and Mrs Lara Welch.

education NEWS QE fundraising with local celebrity chef

s a parent, Lesley Davies said she had been aware of the difficulties with educational funding and wondered if she could do anything to help QE school. Lesley said, “I wanted to organise an event where everyone involved would have a great time fundraising so I contacted the wonderfully talented Lesley Waters, a local celebrity chef, to see if she could help.” Chef Lesley kindly agreed to hold a cooking demonstration event at her cookery school where, on 29 November, 24 parents of QE children and friends had a wonderful day learning from Lesley, who had donated her time free of charge. Lesley Davies added, “It was a stunning location, sensational food and best of all, we raised a total of £516 for QE School. Who would have thought fundraising could be so much fun?”

Money in the pot for Dorset youth projects Dorset County Council has relaunched its CrowdfundDorset campaign with an innovation fund of £200,000 for local youth projects in the community. The funding will be available as a match to projects that raise 25 per cent of the target and meet Dorset’s criteria. For more details visit http:// www.crowdfunder.co.uk/ funds/youth-projects

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High impact crashed car displays

Weapons surrendered

Two Bournemouth fire stations supported the Christmas anti-drink/drug driving campaign with a dramatic display. Crashed cars were placed at the fire stations in Redhill and Springbourne to look as though they had collided with the boundary walls. Adjacent banners said, “Drink, drugs, drive – don’t do it!” The displays were due to be removed in the New Year, and have been marked as ‘police aware’ in case anyone sees them and believes them to be a real accident.

More than 300 firearms and ammunition were handed in to Dorset Police during a national firearms surrender. The campaign, led by the National Ballistics Intelligence Service, ran for two weeks and ended on 26 November 2017. Items surrendered to Dorset Police were: 93 air weapons including air pistols and air rifles; 13 pistols; 21 revolvers; 9 rifles; 40 shotguns; 9 deactivated firearms; 29 imitation firearms and ammunition.

Tops Day Nurseries have pledged to become more environmentally friendly by banning glitter because it has a detrimental effect on the environment.

Learning what it’s like to be homeless

More than 60 Lytchett Minster School 6th form students raised over £3,000 for YMCA Bournemouth by building cardboard box shelters in the grounds of the school and sleeping outside on 3 November. They were eventually driven inside by torrential rain. Headmaster Andrew Mead said, “The students got a real understanding of how brutal it must be to sleep rough and be exposed to the elements. What they would not have gleaned is just how lonely, scary and alienating it must be for people who have nowhere to call home.” Prizes were awarded for the best shelter, and star fundraiser was Rhiannon Weaver. Prize winning shelter

Glitter ban is Tops!

Ward budget boosts SOS support

East Dorset District councillors Cathy Lugg and Julie Robinson gave a ward budget grant to the Bus Stop Club last year. The funds helped the charity run a six-month SOS Childhood Trauma Support Group project for individuals affected by childhood abuse or trauma. Cllr Cathy Lugg commented, “As a former foster carer, I know that traumatic incidents in childhood can have lasting effects. Helping people come to terms with childhood events and move on with their lives is crucial. “I know how important projects like this are, and was happy to be able to use ward budget funding to support the SOS Childhood Trauma Group at the Bus Stop Club.” The Ferndown-based club offers help to families in need of parenting support, money and debt advice, counselling and family activities along with a weekly community café and a food store for those needing essential supplies.

Managing director Cheryl Hadland said, “Although much-loved as an art and craft favourite, glitter is a microplastic, just like microbeads. Microbeads have already been banned in parts of the world and are set to become expelled in the UK.” She explained that glitter microplastics are an increasing problem and are virtually impossible to remove from the environment. Once glitter has been used for decorating cards, sprinkling in playdough, glue or paint, it goes into a bin or into the sink. It is reported that 100% of mussels found off France and Belgium have ingested microplastics and many fish have too; so if you eat shellfish you may already have eaten microplastics. Tops are already researching a sustainable alternative to microplastic glitter. They have also swapped plastic aprons for cloth ones and removed single use items such as straws and balloons, as well as one-use plastic cups, cutlery and plates. Cheryl Hadland said, “As responsible people looking after the next generation, the very last thing we want to be doing is damaging the environment or risking their health, so we need to act now and stop this pollution. “We hope that our future generation will be more conscientious about their impact on the environment. We welcome support from parents and families, we believe this is a cultural change which will benefit not only us, but our children even more.”

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The ZipYard for all your alterations

he ZipYard in Winton, Bournemouth provides a professional and comprehensive bespoke clothing alterations and repairs service, at competitive prices. Owner Marvin Winthrops says, “We have very experienced seamstresses and spacious fitting rooms.

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“We restyle, resize, mend and customise bridal, formal and party wear, dresses, skirts, blouses and shirts, jeans, trousers, suits, jackets, coats, leather wear, uniforms and more so if you have an item of clothing that’s in need of a quick fix then come down to the ZipYard Bournemouth.” There is also a 1-hour express service for minor

alterations. ZipYard serves Bournemouth, Poole, Canford Cliffs, Broadstone, Christchurch and Ringwood and is easy to find at 342 Wimborne Road, opposite Waitrose with plenty of parking behind the shop.

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HOSPITAL CONSULTANT wins at Dorset Venus Awards A haematology consultant at the Royal Bournemouth Hospital (RBH) has been named Inspirational Woman in Science and Technology at the 2017 Dorset Venus Awards.

ow in its eighth consecutive year, the awards seek to recognise and celebrate the achievements and vital contributions of inspirational women across Dorset. Dr Helen McCarthy was awarded for her dedication to science. She leads a team of scientific and clinical researchers committed to innovative research, with the aim of improving survival rates and the quality of life of patients with blood cancers. In addition to this, her clinical work and being a mother, Helen is also a trustee for a national charity for patients with Waldenstrom’s macroglobulinemia, a rare type of cancer, and was instrumental in fundraising for the new Orchard Therapy Garden at the RBH. Helen said, “I am delighted to win this award and it is wonderful to receive recognition for the work I have been involved with. I’d also like to acknowledge and impart my thanks to the research team that I work alongside. We are very passionate about bringing state-of-the-art cancer treatment to Dorset patients through innovative laboratory and clinical research. “I’m also especially thankful for local support from the Bournemouth Leukaemia Fund (BLF), whose fundraising has enabled us to maintain our molecular haematology research as we continually try to improve the outlook for our patients with cancer.” Laura Purandare, research and quality improvement manager at RBH, added, “Helen is fiercely committed to this work, seeking studies using novel treatments to ensure our patients have treatment options. This award was richly deserved.” For more info about the Bournemouth Leukaemia Fund, go to the ‘Haematology’ pages at www.rbch.nhs.uk. Visit www.mags4dorset.co.uk for more local news

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Rob Speirs of Stepnell with Phil Hornsby and Cllr Karen Rampton of Borough of Poole

Work starts on Figbury Lodge A groundbreaking ceremony has marked the start of construction of a new council-owned care home in Poole. Figbury Lodge will provide specialist nursing and dementia care when the 80-bed care home on Mitchell Road opens in summer 2019. Cllr Karen Rampton joined staff from Poole-based specialist construction firm Stepnell and health and social care contractors Shaw healthcare for the start of works. The council is funding the construction of Figbury Lodge to help local residents who are unable to fully fund their own care needs. Cllr Karen Rampton, cabinet portfolio holder for health and social care, Borough of Poole said, “… There is a great need for affordable care homes in Poole and Figbury Lodge will be a vital and rewarding asset providing muchneeded care for our community.” Stepnell regional director, Rob Speirs, added, “We’re delighted to be working with the Council on this muchneeded care scheme for the community and we look forward to seeing it take shape over the coming months.”

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What is care? By Georgie Harris registered manager of Bluebird Care, Ferndown

Care is provision of what is necessary for the health, welfare, maintenance and protection of ourselves, someone else or something. Every day we take care, whether it’s of ourselves or others. We carry out tasks needing to be completed, some of which we do not wish to do but are essential to our daily routines. When we care, we provide a bond, a relationship or connection that we are protective Georgie Harris about. We care about family members and are responsive to their needs because of it. Some who do not care, or perhaps lack the knowledge of how best to care, will not be sufficiently responsive. Therefore care from an alternative source needs to be found to ensure the welfare and protection of the person. To contact Georgie Harris, email CMFerndown@ bluebirdcare.co.uk, phone 01202 977200.

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Table Talk

epresentatives from Dorset’s Partnership for Older People (PoPP) and Prama, together with local town and district councillors, attended the demonstration of a ‘Magic Table’ at Streets Meadow Care Home in Wimborne recently. Organised by Wimborne Dementia Friendly Community, who have launched a fundraising initiative to purchase this high-tech

piece of equipment, visitors were able to observe how people living with dementia reacted when using it. Omivista, to give it its proper name, presents interactive images and music. It also comes complete with a programme of applications that have been specially designed to stimulate, engage and encourage active participation. The applications take users to amazing places

– including experiencing a virtual coral reef with moving fish and rippling water, the ambience of an alpine lake, the colourful northern lights of the Arctic, the summer buzz of a flower meadow with bees and butterflies and the babbling of a hilltop stream and waterfall. Ideally suited for reminiscence therapy, the effects help to trigger happy memories and discussions of life histories, the old-fashioned sweet shop, favourite films, school days, summer holidays and baking day with Mum. In addition, there are quizzes

that help to stimulate memory, reasoning and recall, as well as a way of measuring changes in cognitive ability. There are also catching games that maintain and stimulate reflexes and hand/eye coordination and encourage social interaction, a sense of teamwork and most importantly the opportunity to have fun again.

Chairman of Wimborne Dementia Friendly Community, Sue Cook, said, ‘Thank you to Streets Meadow for allowing us to use their facilities. To see the reaction of those who took part in the demonstration showed just what an important piece of technology this is, and the possibilities of taking this into the community for wider usage.’

Users engaging with the ‘Magic Table’

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health & FITNESS Local Emergency Department features in CQC best practice guide The Royal Bournemouth Hospital’s (RBH’s) Emergency Department is one of 17 across the country to be included in the Care Quality Commission’s (CQC) best practice guide for all NHS hospital trusts.

Some of the positive actions taken by RBH, which were cited in the report, include: •

Team members making visits to other emergency departments rated as outstanding to review good ideas and modify these to work at RBH.

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The team hosting a ‘Staff Vision and Innovation Day’ where all members can discuss their ideas and innovations.

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Introduction of a weekly, combined, online rota so staff can easily see who is on duty instead of having multiple rotas for junior doctors, consultants, advance nurse practitioners and minor injury nurses.

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Project management software that keeps doctors, nurses and managers up-to-date with risks, new policies, education and safety alerts in the department.

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Electronic staff feedback forms, encompassing safety concerns, near misses, good ideas and positive event reporting.

An electronic child safeguarding process, which identifies all children and ensures that a safeguarding assessment is completed.

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Implementation of the ‘Happy App’, which measures the live ‘mood’ of the department, giving staff a voice and allowing senior team members to be responsive to concerns, praise and good ideas.

Professor Ted Baker, the CQC’s Chief Inspector of Hospitals, said, “Despite the challenges, our inspections have shown that many hospitals are providing good and outstanding urgent and emergency care and have demonstrated their ability to plan for, and cope with, increased attendances.”

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Footprints is a small local agency aiming to offer their foster carers an incredibly high level of support. To ensure this, they have a highly qualified committed team. Their aim is to make foster care the best it can be, both for the children and foster carers.

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But, don’t just take their word for it – go to their Information Day on 24 January between 10am and 7 pm at 5, Longham Business Park, 168 Ringwood Road, Ferndown, BH22 9BU. The team will be present to answer questions, along with some existing foster carers. If you would like more information, please phone on 01202 573408.

health & FITNESS ‘Carers Passport’ gives extra support Carers can now spend more time alongside loved ones in Dorset’s community hospitals, thanks to a new scheme on the wards.

Dorset HealthCare is introducing a ‘carer’s passport’ system, giving people hospital access outside of regular visiting hours and providing vital extra support to patients as and when they need it. The passport was piloted at hospitals in Weymouth, Portland and St Leonards, near Ringwood, last year. Initially open to carers of people with dementia, it proved so successful it is now being rolled out to the 11 community hospitals in the county. It is open to anyone who cares for a relative, partner or friend with ongoing physical or mental health problems. Under the system, carers identify themselves on arrival at the hospital and are given a badge, or ‘passport’, which allows them to stay beyond regular visiting hours – providing reassurance and additional help for the person they are caring for. Hospital staff welcome carers throughout the day and into the evening, though overnight stays will be at the discretion of ward nurses. Alison Low, senior sister on the Fayrewood Ward at St Leonards Hospital, said, “It makes a huge difference to the care we can provide when we have inside knowledge of a patient from their loved

one. It helps us to meet their individual needs more effectively, and also gives the patient additional support at what can be a difficult time.” The carer’s passport idea was sparked by John’s Campaign, a national initiative founded in late 2014 following the death of dementia patient Dr John Gerrard. His daughter Nicci faced restricted visiting access during his final days, and began campaigning for more access for carers, a move backed by NHS England. Talk to any member of hospital staff to find out more about the carer’s passport scheme. More information is also available online at: www.dorsethealthcare.nhs.uk. Dorset HealthCare’s community hospitals in this region include: Alderney Hospital, Poole, Blandford Hospital, St Leonards Hospital, and Victoria Hospital, Wimborne.

Senior Sister Shirley Dow (left) and Student Nurse Olivia Purnell

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A New Year, A New You? A new year brings new resolutions for many. It’s a time for new beginnings, making new friends, socialising and getting active. Brendoncare knows how important it is to stay mentally and physically active, believing that older people live happier and more fulfilled lives if they are able to enjoy the companionship of like-minded people, stay active and mix with friends. Currently, its 85+ clubs offer fun and friendship to 1,700 members offering a welcoming and warm environment, helping older people to remain in the community and stay active and independent. For Brendoncare Clubs, it’s also a time for new beginnings – with some new clubs due to open across Hampshire and Dorset in 2018. The Somerford Friends drop-in club in Christchurch, offering table top games and a chance to chat with others over a cup of something or a bowl of soup, will be ‘popping up’ on Saturday 3 December to offer people a taster of what the club has to offer when it launches on Saturday 10 December at The Somerford Arc on Southey Road. If you would like a new opportunity in 2018 and think volunteering might be for you, Brendoncare Clubs would love to hear from you. There are a variety of roles on offer at the Somerford Friends club, from serving teas and coffees to handling the money and register as people arrive. Perhaps you can support members and help get the games going? Whatever your interest, volunteering offers a chance to broaden your skills and be part of a team. For more information on any of the clubs or volunteering opportunities, please contact Brendoncare on 01962 852133. Visit www.mags4dorset.co.uk for more local news

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health & FITNESS

‘Warrior’s’ chair makes a difference

When he was just seven years old, Matthew Adams from West Moors was diagnosed with Becker Muscular Dystrophy, a progressive muscle-weakening disease, which began to change his life.

lover of sport and a keen supporter of Manchester United and AFC Bournemouth, it’s not surprising that like most young boys, Matthew wanted to play football, but as time progressed, instead of running around on a football pitch with his mates, Matthew became more dependant on a wheelchair. By the age of 16 he had started to use one full time. His interest in football didn’t falter and eventually he found a wheelchair football club at Warsash and went along to a training session. Unfortunately his own wheelchair got damaged. Matthew said, “The repair was costly and I didn’t go back.” Many years later, he spotted a flyer about the Wessex Warriors PFC based at Victoria School in Poole and he got in touch. Soon after that he started his first training session and since then has become a goal scorer and won two awards. He enjoys the sport so much, he now writes a blog about it. Editor of 4Dorset, Janine Pulford, managed to track Matthew down and find out a few details about the type of chair he uses for the sport. He said, “When I started I had a Storm 3 Competition chair, which

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was pretty old and battered and I made it worse with my style of play. “To improve my game and be competitive I felt it was important that I purchased a Strikeforce wheelchair by Power Soccer Shop, which is specifically designed for powerchair football. It’s lower, accelerates faster and spins quicker than the Storm 3 Competition. “With a Strikeforce you can hit the ball harder, and can close people down quicker when defending. It had to be made to order to my exact specifications and needed extras fitted due to my lack of strength.” His custom-made chair was built in the US and shipped over ready to use. It cost approximately £7,000. Matthew wouldn’t have been able to purchase the chair without help and he started a Crowdfunding page on Just Giving. He also received donations from charitable organisations and from his uncle and Wessex Warriors PFC. “Without all this help, I would have been able to afford the Strikeforce chair. I am so grateful to all those who donated; it’s lovely to know people care,” said Matthew, who says the chair was well-worth the investment. He plays centrally on the pitch and says, “I have to be able to defend well, start

Matthew with his new chair

off attacks and get forward to try and score goals. I feel my strongest attributes are passing and blocking.” Since joining Wessex Warriors, Matthew (now aged 32) has won two awards one of which was presented to him in August by Jon Bolding the England PCF captain. Powerchair football has changed Matthew’s life and if you would like to read more on his blog visit www.agame4warriors.wordpress.com. This season he is spending five weeks in Nottingham, and the last three weekends alone will cost him £2,000 to attend. Marden Edwards has already contributed £250 towards his expenses, but if anyone else would like to sponsor Matthew, or the Wessex Warrior PFC contact 07880 495389 or visit info@wessexwarriors.co.uk/donate.

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Bouncing for charity

A Bounceathon at the Allendale Centre, Wimborne Minster held by Boogie Bounce on 18 November raised over £620 for Global’s Make Some Noise, a charity that helps youngsters and their families living with illness, disability or lack of opportunity. Kelly Davies from Boogie Bounce said that their next fundraising event will be for Sport Relief. - advertising feature -

Gym, swim and classes £20.18 Ferndown Leisure Centre can help you to feel great in 2018 Membership Offer 1–9 January only Join now with a fantastic offer. Gym, swim and classes, all for only £20.18 with nothing more to pay until 1 February 2018. Offer available on all memberships. Benefits of becoming a member • Three personalised training sessions. • Unlimited gym, swimming and classes. • Full use of Places Locker app and its great benefits. • 14-days priority booking. Whether you’ve never exercised before, or you want help to progress further, let Ferndown Leisure Centre help you make it count. Swimtag Make waves with SWIMTAG, a wearable technology to track and improve your swim. SWIMTAG® records your stroke type, how long you swim for and how many calories you burn. Swimming lessons If your resolution this year is to learn to swim or improve on your swimming, Ferndown Leisure’s swim instructors can assist you with the swim lesson programme catering for all ages and abilities. To find out more about how the team at Ferndown Leisure Centre can help you to be fitter, healthier and more active in 2018, call 01202 877468, or visit www.ferndownleisurecentre. co.uk. Visit www.mags4dorset.co.uk for more local news

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Have you made your New Year’s resolution yet?

Image, health and wellbeing are usually high on the list after the Christmas over-indulgence. Here are a few ideas to help you on your way to a healthier year ahead. And don’t be a oneweek wonder – task yourself to stick to your resolution for at least three months (forever if it’s to give up smoking), so by the time spring arrives, you have a definite spring in your step.

Yoga for wellbeing and fitness

Yoga is one of the most popular forms of exercise and many gyms and community centres will be running classes. It is a great introduction for those seeking to improve their physical and mental wellbeing and fitness, and increase flexibility. Some people have even started yoga in their 70s. You will have to do thorough research when it comes to choosing what class to begin with, as this will be influenced by your fitness level. Some classes require you to get up and down off the floor quite a lot and others are carried out in the heat to imitate the original conditions in India where yoga originated about 5,000 years ago.

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Healthy ways to kick star t 2018 Hot yoga The hot form of yoga provides even more ease of practice for those who suffer with joint pain as the heat causes the synovial fluid to liquefy and greatly eases movement. The heat allows you to perform the postures a little more deeply. Hot yoga also allows for detoxification with the extreme sweating and will flush toxins from the skin more readily. According to experts, working out in the heated room elevates your heart rate, which means your body is working harder and achieving an intense cardiovascular workout while toning and increasing flexibility. Heat also assists the body in relaxing and improves breathing – some asthma sufferers have seen improvements in their condition.

Get comfortable

Comfortable Yoga Activewear is essential to allow freedom of movement and flexibility. It is ideal to wear breathable fabrics, especially in hot yoga as you will be perspiring more and it is ideal if your skin can breathe through your clothing as you don’t want the expelled toxins to be reabsorbed into your system. You’ll also want your outfit to be fairly closefitting as when you are in Adho mukha v-n-sana (downward-facing dog) you don’t want to have your top crowding your face, which would end up being quite distracting. Magic Bodyfashion has a super simple range of yoga wear that is affordable and comfortable as well as looking good. Visit www. magicbodyfashion.com

Lace up your boots...

New year travel predictions include bucket list expeditions, new tech frontiers, pop culture pilgrimages, the great mate escape, big dreams and retro reboots according to Booking.com. Compiled from customer insights from over 128 million guest reviews with research from 19,000 travellers across 26 countries, one area that isn’t slowing down for 2018 is the trend for wellness getaways. Almost double the amount of people are planning to take health and wellbeing trips in 2018 compared to 2017 (from 1 in 10 in 2017 to nearly 1 in 5 in 2018). Trips enjoying particular prominence involve travelling on two

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feet. A brilliant way to take in the local landscape, walking will be the ultimate way to explore, with 56% of travellers saying they want to do walking or hiking trips in 2018. A new generation of walkers will lace up their boots. Other health and wellness-inspired activities high on the travel agenda include visiting a spa or receiving beauty treatments (33%), cycling (24%), water sports (22%), a full body detox holiday (17%), yoga retreat (16%), running (16%) and meditation/

mindfulness (15%). Pepijn Rijvers, chief marketing officer at Booking.com says, “We build and design everything we do around our customers, responding to their wants and needs when it comes to researching, booking and enjoying travel. As expectations evolve and new trends rise to the fore, we’re excited to see how emerging technology can continue to help and guide people to get the best experience for them in 2018.”

Greet the new year with jujube Healthy eating in January can be fun and exciting! There’s a new superfruit on the scene and it’s being hailed as the much-needed rescue for the sweet cravings after the festive period. The jujube fruit, also known as the red date – has been used for health and wellbeing benefits for thousands of years in the Far East. The naturally sweet berry has no added sugar and lots of health benefits.

It contains 18 out of 24 essential amino acids, and is high in fibre, which allows for the slow release of energy and helps digestion. It is also an adaptogen, which can help relieve anxiety and uplift the mood – an important feature during the darker days in January. Another plus is that a serving of a handful of jujube fruit contains only 58kcal, making them a guilt-free snack.

The celebrated jujube fruit is gluten-free, dairyfree, has no additives and no sulphite. Try them as a snack, on porridge, in tea, in nourishing soups, or in baking. They are not recommended for those who have diabetes, though. Available from Ocado, Grape Tree, Whole Foods, Revital, and www.abakusfoods.com. RRP: £1.99 per bag.

Enjoy the E-bike experience

E-bikes are a great way to start a ‘New Year, New You’ initiative as you don’t need to be a die-hard cyclist or super fit. E-biking is ideal for anyone looking for help with the hills or for those just seeking some gentle power assistance to their pedalling as we resolve to get fitter in 2018. An E-bike means you can go further and exercise for longer and the ease of the E-bike means you’re more likely to opt for a little gentle exercise regularly, rather than sitting it out at home. The arrival of E-bikes in recent years has made cycling much more inclusive as the challenges of hills and headwinds are consigned to the past once you take to an electric bike and, this exciting new form of cycling is just right for those of us looking for a little help to go the distance.

What Is An E-Bike?

An E-bike is cleverly-engineered, pedal-assisted bicycle. As you pedal the bike, the motor provides added power, with a sensor picking up on how much pressure you’re applying, then distributing the power. It’s your call on the amount of power assistance the E-bike provides. The average charge time for today’s E-bike batteries will be around 4 hours or more, depending on the battery type and size and typically the range can be up to 125km depending on the terrain.

Health Benefits of E-Biking

E-bikes bring the health benefits of cycling to people of all ages and fitness levels. Regular cycling can help with both physical and mental wellbeing; blitzing body fat, improving cardiovascular fitness, muscle strength, posture and co-ordination. It’s also a proven stress buster. E-biking enables us to introduce regular exercise into our routine without finding it too physically demanding. With e-biking there’s the added benefit that you travel further for the same effort – beating off the boredom that can creep in with rigid routines – make no mistake about it, the E-bike experience is fun! There are around 20 models of E-bikes in the Raleigh portfolio designed to suit differing lifestyles and pricepoints. For further information on Raleigh E-bikes visit www.raleigh.co.uk

Choose another course to follow

You could also resolve to do something to help others. How about a part-time certificate in counselling? The course begins in February at Iron Mill College in Poole and is open to all. Learn more about this and other part time courses in mental health and wellbeing at an open evening on 10 January or at the counselling taster day on 20 January. Book now www.ironmill.co.uk or ring 01202 743804. Visit www.mags4dorset.co.uk for more local news

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foodie NEWS

Café Rouge

Delicious French cuisine in the heart of Westbourne

t’s always nice to take your mum out to dinner. It’s even nicer when you can offer her the wonderful tastes and atmosphere of a place like Café Rouge. As soon as we walked in, the air was filled with the aroma of exquisite French cuisine and we both knew we were in for a treat. We were greeted by Omid, the new manager who introduced us to Lush, our waiter for the evening. Lush was very helpful with the menu and recommendations. He even offered changes for my fussy mother when taking our order. His ability shone throughout the restaurant as he managed to be attentive to all of his customers. Now, on to our meal. My mum started with the Crevettes (sustainable king prawns in garlic and smoked chilli butter with baguette), while I indulged in the Twice-baked brie and chive soufflé – I wasn’t quite brave enough to ask for escargots. We both beamed at the sight of these dishes as they were placed on the table. Mum opted to have her king prawns deshelled, the pernickety person she is, and said they were absolutely delicious. My soufflé was beyond words and quite possibly stands out as one of the best soufflés I have ever tasted. After such a fantastic first course, we were rubbing our hands together in anticipation of the main. I selected the Confit de canard, slow-cooked Brittany duck leg with homemade dauphinoise potatoes, mixed greens and, at the recommendation of Lush, cherry

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sauce. There is an option to go for the classic orange sauce but I am so glad I didn’t. The duck was cooked perfectly and tasted mouth-wateringly decadent with the cherry sauce. Like many of the other people dining that evening, Mum opted for the steak, which seemed to be the popular choice on the menu. In particular, she decided on the 7oz fillet steak with frites and a peppercorn sauce. Simply put, it was incredible. I sneakily tasted a bit and I’m struggling to find an adjective that will do the dish justice. Impeccable is probably the best I can do but, somehow, I still don’t think it is quite enough. Lastly, we moved on to the sweet part of the evening, which is often my favourite and Café Rouge didn’t fail to live up to my high standards. Mum absolutely demolished a Tarte au citron, that was just the right zing of sharp and sweet, while I fulfilled my life-long passion of never refusing to order a Fondant aux chocolats if one were to sit, winking at me on the menu. Runny in the middle, rich in chocolate and complemented with a chocolate and raspberry ice-cream, my dessert was the stuff of a young man’s dreams. Due to the new management at Café Rouge, the service was faultless, warm and friendly, and the atmosphere was very pleasant on such a cold winter’s night. However, the food was admittedly the star of the show. I will definitely be going back to Café Rouge – maybe for one of their monthly live music nights.

Crevettes (sustainable king prawns in garlic and smoked chilli butter with baguette)

Confit de canard, with homeade dauphinoise potatoes, mixed greens and cherry sauce

7oz fillet steak with peppercorn sauce, frites and salad

Tarte au Citron

Twice-baked brie and chive soufflé

Fondant au chocolats

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foodie NEWS Local business and celebrities urge businesses to Say Yes to SEN “I can say hand on heart that my business has benefitted hugely from working with people with SEN and I believe this could be the case for many other businesses in the area,” said Rosie Wallace, MD of the Marsham Court when her hotel hosted leaders from over 100 local businesses, including those in the hospitality industry, for ‘Say Yes to SEN’. The event, last October, highlighted the benefits of employing people with Special Educational Needs (SEN) and promoted the supported internship scheme. TV actor Jules Robertson and his mother, award-winning writer Kathy Lette, shared their experiences of Jules’ battle with Asperger’s syndrome. Comedian and writer Rosie Jones (Eight Out Of Ten Cats and Mock the Week), who has cerebral palsy, also spoke about her personal experiences. Since 2012, the Marsham Court has provided over 40 work placements for local unemployed people and now also provides CHI on-the-job training for young people with learning differences whilst they work towards achieving recognised qualifications.

Rosie Wallace (left) and comedian Rosie Jones

“A prime example of this can be seen in our young apprentice Aaron Corbin, who was diagnosed with Asperger’s syndrome at just nine years old,” said Rosie Wallace. “Aaron has not only been singled out by an AA inspector for his politeness, he is now training other staff and recently won the Dorset Intermediate Apprentice of the Year Award 2017. “I would urge businesses to look into the wide range of support available to them when they provide a supported internship. “I’m confident their first intern will be the first of many.” For more information visit https://www. youtube.com/watch?v=78Mm8s7l2Ys and supportedinternships.org.uk

Could you be the Best Bar Personality?

Bournemouth And Poole Tourism Awards – the BAPTAs – are open for votes. Whether it’s a memorable breakfast, scrumptious afternoon tea, rising star or friendly bar personality that sticks in your mind, you now have the chance to vote for your favourite establishment or personality that you believe has made a massive contribution to last year’s Bournemouth and Poole tourism. The BAPTAs stretch across the BH postcode area and Joanne Tomlin, director of Meridian Lifts, who is sponsoring the Bar Personality of the Year award, said, “Do you know a barman or woman who always remembers your favourite tipple, pick-me-up or cocktail? Do they remember your name, or do they always bring a smile to your face? “Celebrating personality, ability as well as flair and popularity, this award is for all the great bar personalities as it’s all about great customer service, a great personality, the right attitude and anyone can vote.” Other categories are: Best Breakfast, Rising Star, and Afternoon Tea awards. Visit http://bapta.co.uk/vote-now/ All votes must be submitted before 15 January 2018.

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Round-up of

pre-Christmas events

Unless otherwise stated all photographs on these two pages are by Tom Scrase

Engulfed in a huge bubble, the Mayor of Ferndown, Cllr Cathy Lugg opened the Gala Variety Performance on 24 November at the Barrington Theatre in Ferndown in aid of Children in Need. Pudsey Bear was there too, with his BBC minder Pam Bacon. Non-stop entertainment raised £1,311 for BBC Children in Need.

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Rustic payout

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Nearly 30 charities and local Rotary organisations benefitted from the its Rustic Club of Verwood’s generosity at Fayre payout on 28 November. e the Club president Ken Armstrong mad 000. presentations totalling around £12, of He also paid tribute to the chairman Vern has the event Vernon Harris. ‘Rusty’ and organised the fayre sincethit started . 2018 in year 25 its into will be taking it

Ferndown Middle School was buzzing on 21 November as Beavers, Cubs, Scouts and Explorers from all over East Dorset gathered for a presentation evening. Cheyne Marley from East Dorset Community Police presented the certificates. Martin Sanders, group scout leader of 1st Wimborne Group also received a 30-year service award presented by district commissioner David McGregor.

r brought a bright spell to Ferndown on 25 BBC South’s weather presenter Sarah Farme mas lights. Sarah told 4Dorset, “I wouldn’t November when she arrived to turn on the Christ here. This is my first lights switch-on.” be to g excitin It’s . world the have missed this for own Rotary Club, the chamber of Fernd by ised The event in Penny’s Walk was organ raised on the day for charity. commerce and town council. Over £1,000 wasst nd Mrs Lisa Brown, 2 Matthew Stickley, 1 were: s result The chamber hamper raffle 3rd Louise Hartley.

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Bournemouth celebrated a quirky alternative to the traditional Christmas Market in November when over 12,000 people turned out for Metropole Market’s steampunk-themed alternative Christmas fayre at the Lansdowne.

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Over £1,300 for BBC Children in Need

Save the Children Parade

You could tell Christmas was getting nearer on 9 December when temperatures plummeted for the Save the Children Christmas Parade in Wimborne Minster. There were more than a few red noses on the day, not counting Rudolph’s, as floats of all shapes and sizes moved around the town. Entertainment started early and those hardy enough to brave the cold lined the streets to cheer the floats along.

“Triumph of community” “This is a triumph of community, of partnership and a real statement that we don’t accept that people are made homeless in our country in 2017,” said project leader Steve Lugg following the second Homeless Christmas Appeal to be run in Ferndown. It brought in three times as many gifts as last year. These were delivered to Kath Osborne and PASHA in Bournemouth on 6 December. Warm clothing and foodstuffs were also donated. Suzanne, Sam and Beth from Meridian Air Conditioning with Mayor Cathy, project lead Cllr Steve Lugg and champion collector Rachel Taylor. Photo supplied by Steve Lugg

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Ringwood welcomes Father Christmas Hundreds gathered to see Father Christmas arrive in a horse drawn carriage in Ringwood market place on 2 December. Children’s rides with snow flurries, a street market and foodstalls created a magical atmosphere which extended into the Furlong with carol singing and live animals that could be admired for free.

Poole Lantern Parade

Led by the Mayor of Poole, Cllr Lindsay Wilson, and Poole Sea Cadets Marching Band, the lantern procession left Falkland Square and walked to the Guildhall for carols and mince pies.

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pets & WILDLIFE Ireland bans wild animals in circuses, England drags its heels Within a week of Italy voting to phase out all animals in circuses and travelling shows, Ireland’s Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine, Michael Creed TD, signed regulations banning the use of wild animals in circuses in Ireland. It comes into effect on 1 January 2018. ADI president Jan Creamer said, “Having campaigned to stop circus suffering in Ireland for more than a decade with our partners ARAN, we are delighted wild animals in circuses will be banned from 2018. Circuses cannot meet the needs of animals in small, mobile accommodation and Animal Defenders International has repeatedly documented suffering and abuse. “We urge the UK and the USA to follow Ireland’s lead and consign these outdated acts to the past where they belong.” In Scotland, the government has introduced a bill to ban wild animals in circuses, which has progressed to Stage 2 for further scrutiny. ADI and local supporters are urging Members of the Scottish Parliament to back the legislation. In Wales, the government has recently consulted on mobile animal exhibits and asked

whether a ban on wild animals in circuses should be considered. ADI and local supporters submitted responses to urge a ban at the earliest opportunity. In England, the government is dragging it heels and though it has stated that it remains committed to a ban, it has given no indication as to when the legislation, drafted and scrutinized back in 2013, will be introduced. Jan Creamer was honored at The WIFTS International Visionary Awards 2017 in recognition of ADI’s life-saving work for animals under her leadership. At an exclusive event in Los Angeles on 10 December, she was presented with The Otilia Animal Advocacy award inaugurated by Tippi Hedren in 2014. Jan co-founded ADI in 1990 with her husband and Vice President Tim Philips.

European lobster hiding in the rocky reef at Poole Rocks MCZ © Matt Doggett

Protecting marine wildlife A long-awaited byelaw will extend the areas closed to mobile fishing (such as trawling and dredging) to cover features within Dorset’s two inshore Marine Conservation Zones (MCZs).

The Southern Inshore Fisheries and Conservation Authority which manages the Dorset, Hampshire and Isle of Wight coastline (out to six nautical miles), has announced the Bottom Towed Fishing Gear Byelaw. This byelaw, a remake from 2015 that included three European Marine Sites, will also protect Poole Rocks MCZ and rocky ground within Chesil Beach and Stennis Ledges MCZ, both of which were designated in 2013. Poole Rocks MCZ is a shallow site containing rocky outcrops attracting over 360 species, many of which are typically found at greater depths. It is designated for the rare Couch’s goby and the threatened native oyster. Chesil Beach and Stennis Ledges MCZ is designated for its pink sea fans – slow-growing corals and the threatened native oyster. This area is the most vulnerable of the two MCZs and has been subject to a voluntary ban on scallop dredging over rocky ground which offered no certainty that it would hold into the future. This new byelaw will now help ensure the safety of this vulnerable site. Research has shown that when rocky reefs and their associated marine life are damaged by heavy fishing gear it can take many years to recover. Emma Rance, DWT Marine Conservation officer said, “We are very pleased to hear that this byelaw has been confirmed. It will protect Dorset’s most prized and sensitive marine habitats from the most damaging fishing methods representing 31% of Dorset’s inshore waters – a great step forward for conservation. “This byelaw will maintain the health, productivity and economic value of the marine environment for future generations of divers, anglers and inshore fishers.”

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Seal of approval from Enzo, Dodge and Kit Three common seal pups have been released back into the wild after having been cared for by the team at the RSPCA West Hatch Wildlife Centre in Taunton. Dorset Wildlife Trust (DWT) and the RSPCA released Enzo, Dodge and Kit into the sheltered waters of Poole Harbour where two common seals, Daphne and Rhonda, were successfully released in November 2016. Enzo and Dodge were rescued from Portland Harbour during August and Kit was found in South Devon. All were severely underweight when they arrived at the Taunton centre, with Enzo weighing a mere 11kg. After learning how to feed for themselves on a diet of fish, they all reached a healthy weight of over 35kg to allow them to be released back into the wild. Conservationists will be able to monitor the progress of the seals via a dedicated ‘seal cam’ and ID tags, which are attached to the seals’ rear flippers. Sarah Hodgson, DWT volunteer marine warden said that releasing the healthy seals “was a special moment. Being highly mobile animals, we don’t know if they will choose to stay in Poole Harbour with the other resident seals, so it will be interesting to monitor their progress. Images of the seals and their tag details have been added to our photo identification catalogue so we can record sightings as part of DWT’s seal project.” The project was set up in 2014 to record more information about common and grey seals around Dorset to help conservationists learn more about their movements along the coast, and the local resident population. To help with the seal project, please report any sightings and send photos to kimmeridge@dorsetwildifetrust.org.uk. If you spot a seal, observe from a distance and try to stay out of sight to avoid distress. For a better view, use binoculars and zoom lenses but never approach or feed wild seals. If you’re in a watercraft, stay well away from the seal, keep your speed down and maintain a steady course. If you have any welfare concerns, please contact British Divers Marine Life Rescue on 01825 765546.

pets & WILDLIFE

The wonders of nature

This year’s British Wildlife Photography Awards (BWPA) exhibition reveals stunning images selected from thousands of entries from across the country. Alongside amazing close-ups, incredible underwater images and revealing habitat shots, the overall winning image is the perfect reminder that wildlife can be found in the most ordinary of places. Daniel Trim’s photograph of ‘Heathrow Roostings’ shows a pied wagtail silhouetted by the lights of the airport’s Terminal 5. Seven local images were highly commended including two by Wimbornebased Robin Goodlad. In the portraits category his ‘Ring in Bright Water’ captures an otter making a perfect circle in the water. Robin said,“I have always been fascinated by otters, and whilst you can see them much more regularly on the rivers of Dorset, it is much more difficult to observe their magical underwater behaviour, and what phenomenally agile creatures they are. Whilst photographed in captivity, this was still not an easy photograph to achieve. Good timing was key to capturing that brief moment when he came in for a perfect circle, and to me this extraordinary behaviour is what makes the photo for me – a ring in bright water.” The exhibition opens daily at Moors Valley Country Park from 20 January–4 March. It is free to view. Parking charges apply.

‘Wren on FrostEncrusted Fern’ © Ben Hall, (habitat winner)

The 2018 BWPA open for entries in early February. Details can be found at www.bwpawards.org

ASK THE VET Q. We are thinking of getting a guinea pig for our children. Do we need to get two or are they OK living on their own, or should we get a rabbit for company? A. I think guinea pigs are an excellent choice of small pet for children. They are friendly and their little chirps and squeaks are so endearing! In the past, rabbits and guinea pigs have been kept together but we no longer recommend this. There are several reasons for this. Guinea pigs and rabbits are different species so can’t necessarily communicate effectively, often leading to bullying by the bunny. Guinea pigs can get injured as rabbits have powerful back legs, which can do a lot of damage. Importantly, the two species have different dietary requirements. Guinea pigs require additional vitamin C supplementation, Don’t forget to email which rabbits do not, so the guinea pigs would Jade your questions to need to be given this separately to ensure they be chosen for the got it. February 2018 issue: They are sociable characters so they are hello@hillsidevets.co.uk better in pairs or groups than on their own. Younger ones will often bond better. It is always possible that they won’t get on. Sometimes, if the behaviour is testosteronefuelled, castration of male guinea pigs can help. If this doesn’t, they can be kept on their own but only if they have good human interaction. It is really important that the children interact with them gently and frequently from the beginning to ensure that they are well-socialised with people too. Conversely, if the children are over-excited or handle the guinea pigs roughly then they could become fearful and less inclined to be friendly. Please remember that parental supervision of the care and handling of the guinea pigs is imperative. All in all, I think it’s a great idea to get a pair of guinea pigs for your children. Have fun!

Email your pet–related questions to hello@hillsidevets.co.uk Jade Douglas BVMS PgC Ophthal MRCVS Visit www.mags4dorset.co.uk for more local news

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New Year, new home improvements

By Carol Waterkeyn

There’s a saying ‘what goes around, comes around’, which is often used in terms of the fashions we wear. You’ve only got to look at more recent clothing trends with their influences from the 1970s and 80s to realise this. But the same can also be said in how we decorate our homes.

Are you sitting comfortably? No? Then maybe it’s time for a new sofa or chairs. You might be surprised when I tell you what has come back into fashion in terms of furniture, accessories and furnishings. From what I have been reading recently, it seems greens and yellows are back in, but the greens are avocado and olive shades. The yellows to complement these are chartreuse and gold. Those of us who were actually around in the 1970s and 80s may be amused to remember avocado and pampas bathroom suites which were the height of trendiness in those decades. But, if the newer versions of these shades don’t appeal then bright bold colours are in vogue, including red, purple and coral. Black and white décor, which didn’t really quite go out of fashion is back in evidence, and the blush pinks I was writing about a couple of months ago are joined by shades of lilac and lavender. It is difficult to predict how long some of these colours will remain current, so it

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is safer financially to buy neutral furniture, and accessorise with the brighter and more unusual colours. Textiles are in the same colours and also with plain block colours, but in addition we will be seeing fabrics with large geometric patterns or exotic oversized foliage and large flower prints, not the tiny florals of a few years ago. Perhaps one surprise is the return of velvet, which offers a luxurious look and feel for seating and cushions. There’s an emphasis this new year for natural products, organic fibres, handcrafted items, baskets, darker wood (not the pale oak of recent times) and natural stone. For walls, we’ve returned to an art gallery look with lots of pictures positioned together, or mirrors. For metalwork, brass is back. It gives a warm homely glow to lamps, light fittings and accessories. Don’t tell my husband. I’ve just made him change all our old brass door handles for satin steel ones!

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New Year, new home improvements

If the Christmas decorations have come down and things are looking a bit drab, maybe it is time for a lick of paint and some new furnishings. And, January’s a good time to buy the more major purchases for your home while the January sales are on and there are bargains to be had in furniture, kitchens, carpets, beds and bedding, crockery and homewares. Check out our advertisers for some great bargains, with everything from a new bed to a blanket, or kitchen to a kettle.

Go large when bed buying Here’s some timely advice when looking for a new bed

“Bigger is definitely better when it comes to beds,” said Simon Williams, marketing manager of the National Bed Federation (NBF). “Many people don’t realise that a standard double bed is 135cm, or 4ft 6in, which gives each person just 2ft 3in of space if sharing – that’s less than a baby has in a cot!” According to the NBF, we spend a third of our lives in bed, so a big, comfortable and supportive one is a must. Continued Simon, “By the time we are 50 we’ll each have spent approximately 16 years in bed. We often splash out as much as we can afford on new cars, the best holidays, kitchens and sound systems – why not on something we use every single day for roughly seven to eight hours at a time? “It doesn’t necessarily cost a whole heap more to move up a size in bed either. Look out for deals like king size beds for the price of a double for example. But be wary when selecting a new, bigger bed – make sure it is comfortable for you, as comfort is a matter of individual preference. Just because a bed is expensive, doesn’t mean it is necessarily the best bed for you, so our advice is always try before you buy, and spend as much as you can afford.”

Here are six reasons from the NBF why you should buy a bigger bed: 1. According to ergonomic studies, couples sleep better in a bigger bed. Before trials, only 15% said they would buy a larger than standard double bed. After the trial, 50% said they would. 2. As a nation we’re getting bigger, with longer legs and wider waistlines! Therefore, we need more space to ensure a more comfortable night’s sleep. 3. The average person tosses and turns some 60 to 70 times a night – so you want to put as much space between you and your mate as possible to reduce the disturbance factor.

4. Overheating is a major cause of sleep disturbance, so having more individual space will help keep your body at the ideal temperature for a better night of snoozing. 5. The average adult grows in the night by as much as two centimetres. During the day the spine is compressed; at night it is given the chance to straighten and recover, and therefore needing more space! 6. Because once you’ve slept in a king-size bed, you’ll never want to go back to a smaller on.

For more information about the National Bed Federation, visit www.bedfed.org.uk

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Creating space in your home

Houseology recommend the use of mirrors to create more light and add visual depth, www.houseology.com

By Carol Waterkeyn

With new houses and flats seemingly becoming smaller, or our existing homes filling up with more and more gadgets, bigger TVs, larger furniture, bigger beds and more items in general, it helps to make the best use of the available areas in our homes. This could mean utilising better storage, clearing the excess stuff, or decorating in such a way as it gives a feeling of roominess. Removing the clutter will help. Then it can be sold at a car boot or on eBay, put in this magazine’s small ads or donated to charity.

Furniture

Houseology who supply designer furniture, accessories and homewares say if you are trying to create a feeling of roominess, then the furniture layout must be carefully considered to ensure that small spaces don’t feel cramped and enclosed. Apparently, placing furniture against the walls is a sure-fire way to make the room feel crowded, but by positioning large pieces such as the sofa a few inches away from the wall you create breathing space in the room. Wall-mounted mirrors are also great for opening spaces and making them feel larger – particularly when mounted opposite a window so that they can reflect natural light around the room and add visual depth. Dual-purpose furnishings are perfect for rooms that need to make the most of the available space. Ottomans, benches and beds that have hidden storage can be wonderful additions. Also consider custom builtin furniture for awkward alcoves to maximise every inch. Continued on page 34

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in the HOME Continued from page 33 The rug shown is made from 100% wool and handmade in India and is exclusively available from www.frithrugs.co.uk in a variety of sizes. A 1.83m x 1.22m rug retails at £238.99.

Flooring

Paler carpets, laminates, vinyl and tiles for floors all add to the illusion of a bigger room. And, Andrew Frith from online rug retailer www.frithrugs.co.uk suggests that in order to create the illusion that a room is bigger than it is, you should consider where you lay your rug. A rug that fits from wall to wall may seem like a cosy option, but it won’t add any space to your room. By keeping a good-sized gap between the edges of the rugs and the walls, you automatically create a feeling of extra floor space.

Champagne cordless blind with Belgravia bay pole from the Elements collection, both from Swish. For details visit www.swish.co.uk or call 01543 271421.

Window coverings

ucy Shore, creative designer at window dressing expert, Swish, advises on how to include curtains and blinds without an over-cluttered look, “A neutral colour palette is ideal as it won’t overwhelm the window,” she says. “This season’s grey and pastel combinations work perfectly against the contrast of a pure white blind. Or try soft, muted tones which still have an element of warmth, such as rich creams and light caramels, that will ensure that your window display remains subtle yet stylish and introduces a cosy feel to the room. However, don’t be afraid to add a splash

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of colour either. Cordless blinds do away with messy cords to give a clean look, so try opting for a subtle metallic aluminium or even a rich bronze or berry colour, and contrast this with lighter, neutral walls, curtains and accessories. The Swish cordless Venetian blind range, is available in six shades from polar white to brushed bronze and even a bold Berry shade, to suit a range of interior design styles. They are easy to fit and use and can simply be lifted, lowered and tilted using just the bottom bar. When it comes to hanging curtains, again these should be kept neat and sleek.”

Using paler colours of paint for walls certainly makes rooms feel bigger. You could try one accent wall in a deeper colour, or use a bold print wallpaper on just one area. Using a large print wallpaper on all walls can be overpowering and will make your room look smaller.

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studies have shown that indoor plants reduce stress in a dull environment which is key to allowing people to enjoy the space, regardless of the size.

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Plants Andy Baxter, managing director of Internet Gardener (www.internetgardener.co.uk) says “Indoor plants are a key component in manipulating and creating space for a variety of reasons. Firstly, at a more practical level, large indoor plants can cover up any unsightly mess or marks on the floor and walls discreetly and effectively. Bringing in elements of nature as a whole induces feelings of wide open spaces, making them perfect additions to small rooms that need that little extra bit of enhancement. It is well-known within feng-shui that indoor plants with large leaves attract positive energies and when well placed can help to blur the lines of a small area. Multiple plants in a row blur the boundary lines within the room and draw the eyes away from small, confined walls. In addition, studies have shown that indoor plants reduce stress in a dull environment which is key to allowing people to enjoy the space, regardless of the size.” Using plants near a window can also draw the eye to the garden beyond, again giving a feeling of roominess.

An uncluttered home and an illusion of space will help to create a feeling of relaxation the moment you walk through the door to your home.

Layout

To free up space in spare bedrooms, you could consider a sofa-bed or futon for your occasional guests and using the extra space as a study, TV room or relaxation area. By reconfiguring your bathroom and choosing paler tiles, or replacing your kitchen units, sink and white goods you could make better use of your available room. If you want to go further with creating space in your home, you could consider adding a conservatory. This is dependent on your available budget, of course. If your roof space is deep enough, there is also the option of creating a room in your loft and fitting dormer windows, subject to any planning permission required.

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Heat up your Winter with bright colours By Suzy Orford Peter Robbins Decorators’ Merchant

The nights are drawing in and winter is here. We all need something to cheer us up, so here are some tips to help you introduce a shot of vibrant colour to your home. Imagine hot chilli reds, golden sunshiny yellows and deep cobalt blues. These are the colours of Morocco and Tuscany and they conjure up images of hot sand, warm sea and

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fun times. Intense colours make us feel good, so why do colour experts tell us to avoid these strong, saturated hues? The theory says that as we move away from

the equator the light becomes cooler and bluer and this affects our perception of colour. Bright colours will look harsh and garish in the UK and warm and welcoming near the equator. The typical Scandinavian palette of cool blues and greys embraces this principle wholeheartedly. But as soon as you draw your curtains and turn on your lights, deep colours will be bathed in a warm glow and look bright and cheerful whatever your location. So forget colour theory, if you love a bit of intense colour – go for it.

Strong colour can be deceptive when you look at a tiny paint chip. The larger the area you intend to paint the more intense the colour will appear. It certainly pays to buy a tester pot before purchasing enough paint for the whole job. A 250ml sample pot will cover a couple of square metres

and give you a good idea of the final effect. Don’t panic when you open the tin, a deep red will look more like Barbie pink when it’s in the can! Put the paint on the wall and live with it for a day or two. Does the colour feel good to you now? Does it make the room feel smaller? Is it overpowering, or cheering? If it seems too much, restrict the new shade to a single wall or a piece of furniture. Unless you’re painting over a similar colour, you may find that it’s hard to get an even finish. Deep reds and yellows are particularly notorious for providing poor coverage. This is true of all brands and is due to the properties of the pigments and not the quality of the paints. When choosing a strong colour, it’s always a good idea to budget on three coats. These intense colours look best in matt and eggshell finishes, which are less reflective and more forgiving of minor imperfections in plaster or woodwork. At Peter Robbins we can mix thousands of colours in a variety of different matt finishes. Washable matts are ideal for hallways and children’s rooms where the walls may become scuffed. But, for the ultimate chalky finish choose a flat matt, the perfect finish for vibrant colour. Brighten up your home this winter with a burst of intense colour. Pop into one of our stores and we’ll provide you with all the colour cards you need to choose the perfect shade to liven up your décor. We have stores at Ferndown, New Milton and Lymington, or shop online at peterrobbins.net. See our advert on page 33.

in the HOME Don’t distress over distress purchases Distress purchases should not be that distressing according Ian Griffiths, MD at Purewell Electrical Superstore. With over 70% of the store’s sales now delivered each year, (a figure boosted by online sales), he says the family-owned business is building a strong reputation for handling emergency purchases such as refrigeration and laundry products as priority installations. “Distress purchases are the items that a customer would be inconvenienced to be without possibly even for a few hours. It is especially important to have a replacement item delivered promptly for our holiday home or rental property clients,” said Ian Griffiths. “Sometimes we would like to have blue lights and sirens to speed up our emergency deliveries as getting appliances installed into people’s homes on the same day as they phone in or come into the shop is becoming increasingly important.” He explained that two vans are constantly covering the installations and the in-store customer service team members also provide after-hours setups and trials, even on television and home entertainment systems. Purewell Electrical was founded by Arthur Griffiths in 1950 in Christchurch and is a family business employing a team of 28 people. As well as new to market products, Purewell offers a wide range of well-known brands from manufacturers within their key departments including TV, audio, home appliances, photography, kitchen, bathroom and gadgets/ computing.

(L-R) Ian and Rhiannon Griffiths prepare for an emergency delivery

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Rebuilding the hurricane-hit Caribbean

A Christchurch structural steel company, which specialises in disaster-proof buildings, is set to play a major role in the reconstruction of hurricane-hit Caribbean islands. REIDsteel sales manager Mike Chappell has recently returned from a fact-finding trip to the British Virgin Islands and Antigua, where he saw the devastation first hand. Mike met business and community leaders as well as government ministers. His visit came after virtually all of REIDsteel’s structures – including warehouses, supermarkets and chandleries and banks – survived hurricanes Harvey and Irma, which hit at speeds of more than 200 mph. Only one of its many buildings had suffered minor structural damage as a consequence of the hurricanes. One of the first projects the company will be involved in is to rebuild a school in Tortola, which is the largest of the British Virgin Islands. Mike said, “Although I saw the devastation on the television, nothing can compare you for the shock of seeing it before your own eyes. “Many buildings were just a tangled mess. I was one of the first businessmen allowed in and it was good to see that our buildings had withstood the joint onslaught as well as they had. It really shows where quality and innovation of design along with an insistence on the highest standards and engineering really proves its value.” Mike added, “We’ve already begun detailed talks about buildings such as schools, warehouses and port storage units. We’re looking forward to helping the communities rebuild, so the islands and their infrastructure are much more resilient in the face of future hurricanes.”

Further £1.2 million to be invested in seafront

Borough of Poole council has gained an additional £1.2 million to invest in Poole’s seafront. The grant from the Coastal Communities Fund (CCF) will be used to improve public spaces and facilities at Canford Cliffs, Shore Road, Branksome Chine and Flaghead Chine. Improvements will be made to accesses, play facilities, signage and the cultural-artistic appeal. The work will also extend the land-train from Bournemouth to reach Branksome Chine. £6.6 million will now be invested in Poole’s seafront – to conserve and improve the area. It also represents a broadening of the council’s funding in order to protect services when council budgets are under pressure.

Major redevelopment plans for Poole Town Centre

ulti-million pound plans to regenerate and transform the area in and around Poole town centre have been unveiled. A new leisure centre and swimming pool, bus station, a hotel and more than 400 new homes could be built as part of Borough of Poole council’s ambitious vision for the area known as Town Centre North. The council would need to seek a development partner to bring forward the project, valued at £134 million, which would also include new commercial office space and improvements to public spaces. As a major landowner in the redevelopment area, the council is looking to use its own assets, including Kingland Road car park, Seldown car park and coach park and the Dolphin Swimming Pool site, to deliver the scheme. Cllr Ian Potter, cabinet portfolio holder for regeneration, Borough of Poole, explained, “The council is ambitious for

Plans to be submitted for new link road and junction

lans are afoot to build a new link road and junction directly from the A338 to connect with the Wessex Fields Business Park to unlock a major employment site and provide a second access to Royal Bournemouth Hospital. Delivered as part of Dorset Local Enterprise Partnership’s Bournemouth International Growth (BIG) Programme the proposed scheme is expected to improve the transport infrastructure in this part of the town by creating a new access from the A338. Councillor Mike Greene, Bournemouth’s Cabinet Member responsible for Transport, said, “Wessex Fields is a major asset in Bournemouth already earmarked for employment. However, the existing road networks

Sovereign supports residents in Somerford

Sovereign Housing showcased some of their community work in Somerford, Christchurch as part of the National Housing Federation’s Community Impact Week recently. There was first aid training, bulb planting and the launch of a five-week floristry course – all in Somerford. The projects were selected as part of Sovereign’s wider efforts to build communities and support residents. Many of the events were organised with other agencies, with the Somerford ARC Community Centre at the hub of this community work. Volunteers, including children from the local school, turned out to plant bulbs in the communal areas of Somerford. The Somerford Action for Everyone group, based at ARC community centre, organised the involvement by residents, scouts, the police and the local primary school. Local people gave their time to get involved and the bulbs and tools were donated by local businesses.

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Poole and wants to create a vibrant town centre where people want to live, work and play. Our vision for the Town Centre North area goes beyond the areas within our ownership, extending to the bus station, bus depot and Brownsea House. “We are making positive progress to bring forward our vision for this key area in the heart of Poole. These proposals are significantly larger than anything the council has delivered before and in using our assets we can provide the catalyst for this redevelopment with a private sector partner and build confidence for wider investment in the town.” Cabinet members were asked to back proposals to carry out preparations to procure a development partner for the council’s ambitious plans at a meeting on 5 December. The illustration shown is aspirational and does not reflect actual redevelopment schemes.

are congested, inadequate and are acting as a barrier to growth. Through additional government funding we have an opportunity to transform the transport infrastructure, by connecting the Wessex Fields Business Park and surrounding area to the A338.” Last year residents and businesses attended a series of public roadshows where draft plans for the link road and junction were on display. The feedback received was generally positive with many businesses and the Royal Bournemouth Hospital showing support for the scheme. A planning application for the new link road and junction was being submitted in December 2017 as this magazine was going to print. If approved, construction of phase 1 is expected to start in spring 2019, and be completed by spring 2021.

Highly commended story

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Following the mags4dorset 9th short story competition in 2017, the author of the untitled story that was highly commended by the judges let us know the title of her story and we have pleasure in publishing ‘Bounce’ by Pam Keevil from Stroud.

Bounce

It was a magic game. If I could count to one hundred before my red powerball bounced down the wiggly, blue steps, Dad would come back, Mum and me could go home and everything would be all right. I threw the ball to the top and counted as quickly as I could. I only reached forty-five. I threw the ball again. Please let me do it this time, I whispered. “Sam, come in here, I need your help,” Mum’s voice called from the kitchen. I stopped counting. It didn’t matter, I’d only got to thirty-seven. I lunged for the ball. Without warning it careered off at an angle. It landed with a thunk in the front garden of Mr Jessops’s cottage on the opposite side of the steps. A red blob nestled between pots of white flowers. One plant flopped sideways. The stem was broken. And there was a huge crack running from the top to the bottom of the biggest pot. “Sam. Here. Now.” I glanced back at the ball. I’d have to sneak back later. I daren’t go and speak to Mr Jessop. He’d know it was me who did the damage and I don’t think he liked children. His lips were always turned down at the edges. If Dad was here he’d know what to do. He wasn’t. Perhaps Dad didn’t like children anymore either. Or didn’t like me. I know Mum still liked him. I heard her crying at night. I opened the door and stepped inside. It was cold and damp after the sunshine. “Take this tea towel and when you’ve dried those glasses, hand them up to me.” Mum clambered onto a stool and I began. At least the window was open and I could watch the swallows swooping and diving between the cottages along the hillside. That’s when I saw Mr Jessop leaving his house. He went off down the steps rattling his car keys in one hand. I dried the glasses and shone them with a tea towel the way I’d seen barmen do in films on the telly. I finished the last one and spread the damp tea towel over the draining board. “Anything else?” I said and crossed my fingers behind my back she’d say no. “No. You’ve done a good job there. Run along and play.” She smiled. Except it didn’t reach her eyes. Not the way it had done when Dad was around. This was my chance. I closed the front door, bent over and crawled forwards along Mr Jessop’s path. I was sure my ball had landed next to the broken pot. Except it wasn’t there. I peered between other pots. Nothing. It had disappeared. I was about to sneak back to safety when I heard a click. “Is this yours?” A hand stretched under my nose. A red ball nestled in the palm. I looked up. The man who crouched down in front of me was not Mr Jessop. Mr Jessop had wrinkles and a bald head. “I didn’t mean to do it.” I sniffed and wiped my nose with the back of my hand. “I’m sorry about the ball and the plant and…everything.” I started to cry. Mum must have heard me. Our front door banged and she was by my side. “What’s going on?” She rounded on the man. “What have you done to my son?” He stood up. “I’m sorry. I think there’s been a misunderstanding. I found a ball and reckoned it must belong to this young man.” “What’s all this noise? It’s enough to wake the dead.” The real Mr Jessop had arrived. “I came out here to find my son in tears and this bully has stolen his ball.” Mum sounded really angry. “Let’s start at the beginning,” said the real Mr Jessop “and the young fella can tell his side, eh?” His voice was quiet and calm, like Mum’s had been when she told me Dad was leaving. “Well Sam?” Mum lifted me to my feet and turned me to face her. “I was playing my magic game when the ball bounced into Mr Jessop’s garden.” “I found it,” the man who was not Mr Jessop said. “That’s when my foot broke the pot.” He winked at me. “I was going to return the ball when this young lad walks up the path.” I stopped crying. My knees shook. Had a grown up really told a lie? I expected him to fall down dead at any minute. “My son has always been a bit of a clumsy one,” Mr Jessop shook his head. “What’s this magic game?” Mum said. I didn’t tell them about Dad. Just about wishes coming true if you could count to one hundred before the ball reached the bottom step. They each had five goes and Mum and the young Mr Jessop were laughing. The laughter reached her eyes this time. “Phew!”old Mr Jessop stood up after his final turn. “I reckon we could all do with a cold drink and an ice cream after that.” We sat on Mr Jessop’s lawn. I licked my choc ice as the grownups talked. Mr Jessop’s son was called Steve. He’d just come back from Canada and was staying with his dad until he found a new house. Mum invited them both to Sunday lunch. While Steve and Mum talked, Mr Jessop taught me how to play Cheat. I’m sure he let me win loads of times. Later, Mum told me he’d been lonely since Steve had gone away. I felt bad I’d thought such horrible things about him. It’s not nice to be lonely. **** The ball took pride of place on Mum and Steve’s wedding cake. The guests must have wondered why it was there but I knew. Someone that day must have counted up to one hundred and not said anything. I wonder who it was?

About Pam

Keevil

After a career in primary education and in leadership training, Pam gave it all up in 2013 to write. But not – as you might expect – children’s books, as everything she wrote at first had a romantic slant. Now her writing is focussed more upon the psychological interplay between characters and the relationships between them. She completed an MA in Creative and Critical writing at the University of Gloucestershire in 2016. Her first full-length novel for adults, Virgin at Fifty will be published by Black Pear. It is a story of rebirth and is dedicated to anyone who has ever had to start again in life. Pam also has a regular slot on Corinium radio and her website www.pamkeevil.com showcases more of her work.

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this month 5-9 January various times

Star Wars: The Last Jedi (12A) 2D film screening at the Regent Centre, Christchurch. Tickets £6-£6.50, book online or by phone on 01202 499199.

8 January 2pm

Wimborne Horticultural Society meeting in the Main Hall, Allendale Centre, Wimborne. Talk on ‘The Great Heath’ by Linda Bunting. Members £1, visitors £3.

Details were correct at the time of going to print but readers are advised to check before attending events

16 January 7.30pm

Bournemouth Electronic Organ Society presents a concert of popular music by Mark Thompson at Queen Elizabeth’s School, Wimborne. Visitors welcome, £5 payable at door. For info call 01202 895254.

16 January 8pm

West Moors Horticultural Society Illustrated talk “The most flowering places in the world” by Bob Gibbons at West Moors Memorial Hall, Station Road.

Ringwood Folk Club, Stomping Dave & Professor Oz with Appalachian, blues and swing. Bisterne Village Hall, Nr Ringwood BH24 3BN. Entry £9. www.ringwoodfolk.org.uk

11 January 2pm

18 January 2pm

8 January 2.30pm

Tea Dance in the Function Rooms, Lighthouse Poole. Informal event for those who enjoy dancing or listening to live music. Go on your own, with a group or with a partner. Advance booking essential. Ticket (incl refreshments) £6.35. Tel 01202 280000 to book.

12 January – 9 February

Ringwood Art Society will be holding their annual art exhibition at Salisbury District Hospital. More details: 07977 781842.

12 January 7.45pm

Wimborne Movie Makers Museum Pieces talk about 30 years’ working with Poole Museum, at clubhouse next to Allendale Centre, Wimborne. Details 01425 470329.

16 January 10am-12pm New Forest Disability Information Service at Fordingbridge Library. Free advice service. No need to book, just turn up. For details, please call 01425 657524.

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U3A Ringwood, Janet Diamond on ‘Ancient Egypt: a History in 10 Objects’ illustrated talk, featuring items from the main periods of ancient Egypt. Held at Greyfriars Community Centre, Ringwood. More details from www.ringwoodu3a.org.uk. Visitors welcome.

20 January 7.30pm

The Grange Choral Society and soloists at Christchurch Priory. Musical Director Marcio Da Silva. Haydn Nelson Mass, Lauridsen Lux Aeterna and Mozart Serenata Notturna. Tickets £18 nave reserved, side aisle with screens £12, students £5. Book online www. christchurchpriory.org or from Priory booking office 01202 485804. Tickets also available on the door.

20 - 27 January various times

Verwood Pantomime Society presents The Snow Queen at the Hub, Verwood. Tickets from the box office on 01202 828740.

23 January 7.30pm

Bournemouth & Beyond Discovery Group talk on Alfred Russel Wallace – The Poole Years by Mike Broke, in the main hall of St Andrews Church, St Stephen’s Road, Bournemouth BH2 6JJ. Visitors welcome £3. More details at www.bournemouthandbeyond. co.uk

24-27 January

Ferndown Drama performing Alan Ayckbourn’s Snake in the Grass at the Barrington Theatre, Ferndown. Tickets £8.50, email info@ ferndowndrama.org, ring 01202 894858 or buy on the door.

26 January 10am-3pm Bournemouth Council is holding an in-car child safety clinic at the Littledown Centre. Drivers will have the opportunity to have their child car seats checked free of charge with experts on-hand offering advice. Just turn up or for more information, contact Bournemouth Council.

27 January 2.30pm-7.30pm

Wildlife art class, polar bear on black paper. Beginners welcome. At Ringwood Library. Cost £15, call 01425 474255 to book a place.

27 January 2.30pm and 7.30pm

The Lions Club of Bournemouth presents family pantomime Nellie the Cow. Henry Brown Centre, 32, Cunningham Crescent, West Howe, BH11 8DU. Tickets £6, £1 children. Book on bmthlionsclubevents@ outlook.com or 0844 963 2417. Proceeds to the club’s charities.

27 January 10.15am

West Moors Horticultural Society coffee morning at West Moors Memorial Hall.

30 January 7.30pm

Bingo at the Hub, Verwood in the Hub café. Cash prizes to be won. £10 for 10 games. All welcome, only over 18s may play.

3 February 10.30am

West Moors Horticultural Society, Road Wardens’ coffee morning at West Moors Memorial Hall.

6 February 7.30pm

Bournemouth & Beyond Discovery Group talk on Studland and Poole’s part in D-Day by David Warhurst, in the main hall of St Andrews Church, St Stephen’s Road, Bournemouth BH2 6JJ. Visitors welcome £3. More details at www.bournemouthandbeyond. co.uk

6 February 2.30 and 7.30pm

Murder on the Orient Express (12A) film at Regent Centre, Christchurch. 01202 499199

12 February 2pm

Wimborne Horticultural Society meeting and talk by Martin Young on the Ascension Island and its colourful flora, fauna, geography and history in the Main Hall, Allendale Centre, Wimborne. Members £1, visitors £3.

12 February 2pm

West Moors Horticultural Society AGM and Illustrated Talk ‘The Wild Life of Hengistbury Head’ by Richard Hesketh at West Moors Memorial Hall.

14 February 7pm

RSC live broadcast Twelfth Night starring Kara Tointon, Adrian Edmondson at Regent Centre, Christchurch. Tickets £13, concs £12. 01202 499199

Mid-February

See the snowdrops at Kingston Lacy, near Wimborne with over 30 different species daily from 10am-4pm. Also see them at St George’s Church, Damerham.

20 February 7.30pm

Bournemouth & Beyond Discovery Group talk on ‘Transport of Delight’ by Chris Harris, in the main hall of St Andrews Church, St Stephen’s Road, Bournemouth BH2 6JJ. Visitors welcome £3. More details at www. bournemouthandbeyond.co.uk

23 February 7.30pm

Comedian Jethro at the Hub, Verwood. Tickets £20 from 01202 828740.

24 February 12-4.30pm

Bournemouth Orchid Fair and Show at Allendale Community Centre, Wimborne. Entrance £3, children free with paying adult. Orchids on display, free advice and orchid clinic, potting demonstrations, trade attractions. Details Chris Broomfield on 07712 479056 or email show@ bournemouthorchidsociety.co.uk

27 February 7.30pm

Bournemouth Electronic Organ Society presents a concert of popular music by Nicholas Martin at Queen Elizabeth’s School, Wimborne. Visitors welcome, £5 payable at door. For info call 01202 895254.

28 February 7.30pm

‘Verwood in Tune’ keyboard concert at The Hub. Tickets £8 on the door or book by phone on 01202 828740.

around & ABOUT EXHIBITION:

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‘A Question of Guilt: a Crime Writer’s Collection’ at the Russell Cotes Museum Bournemouth

The Full Monty show BBLOC are thrilled to be returning to the Regent Centre with their most revealing show to date! BBLOC are performing The Full Monty from Wednesday 21 – Saturday 24 March at 7.30pm with a Saturday matinee at 2.30pm. Based on the cult hit film of the same name, a ten-time Tony Award nominee, the show is filled with honest affection, engaging melodies and the most highly anticipated closing number of any show. The powerhouse team of Terrence McNally (Ragtime) and David Yazbek (Dirty Rotten Scoundrels) cook up a real crowd-pleaser that both entertains and grabs your heart. While spying on their wives at a girls’ night out, a group of unemployed steelworkers from Buffalo see how much the women enjoy watching male strippers. Jealous, out of work and feeling

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emasculated, the men come up with a bold way to make some quick cash. In preparing, they find themselves extremely exposed; not merely physically but emotionally. As they conquer their fears, selfconsciousness and prejudices, the men come to discover that they’re stronger as a group, and the strength that they find in each other gives them

the individual courage to ‘Let It Go.’ The Full Monty is a story full of heart. With a raucous mix of razorsharp humour and toe-tapping pizzazz, this is a heart-warming, upbeat musical comedy. Please note: This show contains strong language and nudity. Parental guidance is advised due to adult content.

In conjunction with the Regent Centre, 4Dorset has a pair of tickets for The Full Monty for Friday 23 March at 7.30pm for one lucky winner. To enter the competition, answer this question: Who played the lead role of Gaz in the film of The Full Monty? Enter at: www.mags4dorset.co.uk or send your answer on a postcard to: FULL MONTY COMPETITION, mags4dorset, 1st floor, King George V Pavilion, Peter Grant Way, Ferndown, Dorset BH22 9EN. Closing date is 31 January 2018. The first correct entry drawn will be the winner. Employees of Pulford Publicity Ltd or the Regent Centre are not permitted to enter. There is no cash alternative. The editor’s decision is final.

An exhibition in Bournemouth will feature the private art collection of crime writer Frances Fyfield, and asks the audience to look at each painting through the eyes of a storyteller and imagine the character and motives of the person portrayed. The exhibition offers a rare opportunity to see work by well-known artists including Walter Sickert, Frank Dobson, Duncan Grant, Evelyn Dunbar and Gwen John, alongside less well-known and many unknown artists. Admission to the museum is £6, with children £4. More details from the museum on 01202 451858.

4Dorset COMPETITION WINNERS November issue Beaulieu Christmas competition: Angela Owens of Ferndown and Mrs B Godwin of Christchurch. The answer was Lady Montagu. Christmas Spectacular at the Regent: Mrs P Ferry of Kinson. The answer was The Elves. December issue Stewarts competition for a £100 voucher for the birds was Marie Utley of Wimborne. The answer was robin. Dick Whittington pantomime at the Regent Centre was Mrs. K. Troughton if Ferndown. The answer was Tommy. Visit www.mags4dorset.co.uk for more local news

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Funding benefits local music trust The Coda Fiddle Orchestra recently received Co-op Local Community Funding, to the tune of £2,824.15. The Coda Fiddle Orchestra (CFO) is a community-based ensemble of around 45 young musicians from a diverse range of nationalities, which helps break down cultural barriers, provides inspiration and creates aspiration. The CFO works with children and young people aged 5 to 16 in Boscombe, and nurtures young people through opportunity and learning to achieve musical excellence. Over the past 8 years, the project has reached hundreds of children, young people and their families, providing free music opportunities weekly, and numerous performances across the town. A cheque was presented to the orchestra by representatives from the local Co-op, while the CFO played for shoppers in The Sovereign Centre in Boscombe. Phil Hallett, CEO of Coda Music Trust, said, “We are extremely grateful to the Co-op and its members who chose us as their charity. The Coda Fiddle Orchestra participates at the heart of the community and provides a unique opportunity for children and young people to learn an instrument and play as part of a high-quality ensemble. This contribution will help ensure the continued success of the orchestra, which creates an environment of achievement and great pride for the young people of Boscombe.”

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around & ABOUT Poole Museum to benefit from £1.3 million

Poole Museum is to benefit from a share of £1.3 million from Arts Council England. The museum is leadpartner of the Wessex Museums Partnership – which includes Dorset, Wiltshire and Salisbury museums – and the award has been made after the partnership was successfully admitted to the Arts Council’s ‘National Portfolio’ from April 2018. The National Portfolio includes a range of leading arts and culture organisations across the country, who will receive preferential funding over a 4-year term. The grant follows a successful bid in early 2017. The money will be used for a broad range of activities including the development and care of the museum collections, community activities, online and digital projects and marketing. All museums within the partnership also plan to digitise their collections over the four-year period. There will also be a major new exhibition of the artist Augustus John at Poole Museum in 2018.

Pupils design merchandise stand for Lighthouse panto   A group of talented Design Technology students from Ferndown Middle School took up the challenge of designing a merchandise stand for this season’s pantomime at Lighthouse, Poole’s Centre for the Arts. The pupils from Years 6 and 8 gave up their lunchtimes to work on the project, which saw them design and build a spectacular theatre-themed stand complete with pantoland signpost. Jerry Whitton, head of Design Technology for the school commented, “The children have worked on the stand on a voluntary basis and it’s lovely for them to see their finished work in place at Lighthouse. Having a real client to work for has been a fantastic learning experience.” Mr Whitton, whose son Jack plays drums in Lighthouse’s production of Cinderella, offered to build the stand following a discussion with the show’s director Peter Duncan. “It’s been such a great experience that we’re already discussing ideas for next year,” he added. Visitors to Lighthouse over the Christmas season were able to buy their panto merchandise direct from the stand. Cinderella runs at Lighthouse Poole until 6 January.

FREEADS Proceed with caution when buying privately. mags4dorset cannot accept any liability for transactions carried out as a result of responding to these freeads. Ladies/girls’ Bearpaw black suede boots size 4, band new £20. Bournemouth. 01202 527294 24 x 1950s records, 78rpm, church music, mainly choral, in black case. £5 ono. New Milton. 01425 623588 Ercol dining table 39” diameter and 4 swan-back dining chairs. Perfect condition £950 ono. Bournemouth. 01202 518720 Caravan cover, would suit caravan length 19’, width 7’3” wide, with door towards rear. £40. Fordingbridge. 07799 098881 Tyres, two new tubeless tyres 165x80x15, £40 pair. Also pair of almost new metal studded winter tyres 155x80x15 £40 pair. Ringwood/ Fordingbridge. 01425 476043 Riding boots, black leather size 10, immaculate £70. Alderholt. 01425 652035

Beds, 2 x 3ft divan beds, 1 double bed, all good condition with good mattresses and headboards, free to collect. Ashley Heath. 01425 470069 Duvet, duck down and feather, 10.5tog, good condition £5. Ferndown. 01202 868857 Refectory table 65” long x 30” wide with 4 wheelback chairs £140. Oak circular table with bevelled glass and rattan shelf, 25” round, 22” high with rattan shelf. £20. Ferndown 01202 873411 Cordless jigsaw, new in case, cost nearly £100, now £60. Compound mitre saw, new, no box 230-240 volt 1400 watt. £100 ono. West Moors. 01202 873722 Brand new but unwrapped kingsize M&S duvet cover, pink £20 bargain. Verwood. 01202 826153 Fireproof lockable security box 15x15x12” vgc £50. Bournemouth. 07813 368571

Seeking photographic entries Following the success of last year’s competition, Highcliffe Castle is seeking their Photographer of Year for 2018. This year they are asking photographers ‘What does nature mean to you?’ Selected entries, including the winning photo, will then be displayed in an exhibition at the castle later in the year. The competition opened on 1 December and photographers have until Monday 15 January to submit their entry. Emelie Eriksson, events assistant at Highcliffe Castle commented, “This competition provides a perfect opportunity for people to showcase the outstanding natural beauty which surrounds us.” If you would like an application form, please email Emelie at eeriksson@christchurchandeastdorset.gov.uk

There’s a Snake in the Grass in Ferndown The thriller Snake In The Grass by Alan Ayckbourn and directed by Steve Hawker is set in the garden of the family home where Miriam has cared for her father during his bitter and abusive last years with the help of a nurse, Alice. On her father’s death, Miriam’s older sister Annabel comes home

after more than 20 years to find that Daddy has left the bulk of his fortune to her. The garden is filled with long-buried childhood memories for the two sisters, but as night falls, is it just the past that returns to haunt them, or something worse? With a cast comprising Libby

Bellhouse, Christine Hughes and Jenny Sibley, Ferndown Drama will be performing the play at the Barrington Theatre, Ferndown from Wednesday 24 to Saturday 27 January. Tickets are £8.50. You can either email info@ ferndowndrama.org, ring 01202 894858 or buy them at the door.

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motoring NEWS

Better road links needed Councils and businesses in the South West have come together to set out the case for better transport links between the ports of Poole and Southampton and the M4 corridor. They have published the South of England North-South Connectivity Prospectus to lobby ministers to include improved connections between the West of England region and the North and South West in the government’s next Road Investment Strategy. They say there is a lack of suitable connections between north and south in the strategic network covering large parts of southern England. Within this area the A350, the A338 and the A36/A46 through Bath experience considerable congestion. A particular problem is the large number of heavy good vehicles travelling between the ports and the motorway network. Cllr Bridget Wayman, Cabinet member for highways at Wiltshire Council, said,

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“The increasing level of congestion is holding back the economic growth of the area including plans to create new jobs for the local communities.” Cllr Daryl Turner, Dorset County Council’s Cabinet member for natural and built environment, said, “Dorset’s economy has been artificially suppressed due to wholly inadequate transport links to our ports and markets, particularly from the north. Improved links offer a huge potential for growth throughout the region. The government already acknowledges that an improved connection between the M4 and the South Coast is desperately needed; the time has come for them to commit to making it happen.”

Free course and £50 voucher

Drivers under 25 make up just 12 per cent of Bournemouth’s road users but are involved in more than a quarter of accidents in the borough. Bournemouth Council, SafeWise Safety Centre, Borough of Poole and Dorset County Council are offering the Life Drive course to drivers aged 17-25 who have passed their test within the last four years. It is free and participants also receive a £50 Amazon voucher on completing the course. Book at www. safewise.org. The next course dates in Bournemouth are 22 February and 20 March.

Keep your bike safe Dorset Police is strongly advising motorcycle owners to keep their bikes secure following 47 thefts or attempted thefts since February 2017 in the Dorchester, Weymouth and Portland areas. Top tips are: take your keys with you whenever you leave your motorbike. If security devices are fitted, always use them. Fit an approved alarm and immobiliser. Park in designated areas in full view of a busy street or car park. Security mark as many parts of the motorcycle and accessories as possible.

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