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A Marathon Challenge

by Peter Alton

On the 8/8/2008 I lost my Mum to Breast Cancer. She was a very special lady and someone who shaped my life and gave up so much just so that I could have a happy childhood.

I was determined to do something in memory of my Mum. I decided to run for charity, something that for a 47 year old sedentary office worker was quite frankly frightening. I am and have never been a runner and so running even a short distance was going to be exceptionally hard. I decided to run 25 marathons over two years something which has proved to be incredibly tough. I am a very slow

runner and despite many miles of training I am frequently the last runner to cross the line.

I am very proud to say that to date I have run and completed 13 of my 25 scheduled marathons. The journey has been exhausting both physically and mentally and I am only just past the halfway mark. I have run in places as far apart as Portsmouth, Wales and Edinburgh meeting many great friends along the way. I have received so many messages of support from people affected by Cancer and these keep me focused on my goal. My aches have been many but luckily I have kept going with my

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£3.4 million project to build Respite Care Centre in Cowplain Smile Support & Care’s vision of creating a short break centre is fast becoming a reality. The centre, which will be built in Cowplain, Waterlooville, will be complimentary to the wonderful work already carried out on a daily basis by Smile’s dedicated staff in the community.

Smile provides essential respite care to children and young adults with disabilities across Hampshire and West Sussex.

Services range from enabling a family to do the weekly shop without the stress of managing a disabled child, to round the clock care involving drug administration, tube feeding and intensive physiotherapy.

The new short-break centre is being built in response to the findings of externally commissioned market research which demonstrated a real need for this type of facility. It will be purpose-built to accommodate two family apartments plus eight specially equipped bedrooms with en suite bathrooms, where children and young adults with severe disabilities can stay

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either with their families or personal assistant. All rooms will be specially adapted to provide the highest specification fixtures and fittings appropriate to the needs of the occupants, whilst retaining a hotel-like ambience.

Fundraising is underway for the £3.4m project, and Smile has already purchased the land and gained full planning permission for the build. The charity is now urging local people, schools, businesses and groups to get behind the appeal to help make the centre a reality for local families. Please contact Smile on 02380 616215 or email jess.zubaidi@smilesupport.org.uk to pledge your support.

BLOOR HOMES AT BEREWOOD

Grainger plc has announced that Bloor Homes will be the house builder for the first phase of the Berewood housing scheme development in Waterlooville, Hampshire. Bloor Homes will build the first 194 homes, with construction having begun in November 2012 and the first homes set to be completed in spring 2013.

Having worked extensively in Hampshire in the past, Bloor Homes is familiar with the Waterlooville area and is sympathetic to the Hampshire housing style. It recognises the importance of creating new homes which reflect the determination to succeed carrying me tradition and style of housing in the area. In through the tough times. the past it has built houses which have My challenge is for my Mum, Peggy fitted in seamlessly with local surroundings Alton and for two fabulous Cancer and which complement the buildings charities; Breakthrough Breast Cancer and already established.

The Bobby Moore Fund. My Mum suffered The designs of the houses which Bloor with Breast and Bowel Cancer so these will be building have been master planned charities are extremely personal to me and

by Robert Adam of ADAM Architecture to my family. be attractive, practical and in conjunction Please take some time to look at the with the surrounding area. Bloor Homes link below and see the enormity of my has worked with ADAM Architecture in the challenge. I hope past to deliver my challenge raises IN THIS ISSUE: successful projects, much needed funds which follow designs • Jumping Japes and awareness for that crucially respond to my charities and local wants and needs.

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South Downs College Sport Maker £17 million of National Lottery money for the local community to participate in is funding 150 new jobs for full time sports sport. Our students will also benefit as they professionals to act as College Sport can get involved by both participating in Makers over the next five years. South and helping to run sport sessions.”

Downs College was one of the lucky 150 Participation is lower among Colleges across the country awarded young women than the funding to men at college age create a brand and so there is a new position specific remit to at South ensure the Downs College sporting taken up by opportunities are Matt Webber in attractive to January 2013. young women Matt will be and are responsible for marketed increasing effectively to participation in them. ith (17) Sm ha tas Na sport amongst Richard ment (17) and (17), Hayley Ray ht: Nicole Wing From left to rig young people Lewis, Chair of aged 16 – 25.

Sport England, said: “Too many teenagers Yvonne Elliott, Head of Sport and drop out of sport when they leave school, Public Services at South Downs said, “We as it gets squeezed by competing demands are passionate about sport in the College like studying, work and relationships. We and the benefits that it can have for young want College Sport Makers to remind people. This has been recognised by Sport young people how much fun sport is and to England and has led to this funding. Matt help them build it into their schedules so will work toward opening up opportunities they develop a sporting habit for life.” ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||

Ancient oaks inspire naming of Havant Crematorium

Ancient woodland, believed to have been owned and used for deer hunting by the Bishop of Winchester in medieval times, has been the inspiration behind the naming of the new state of the art crematorium being built in Havant.

'The Oaks, Havant Crematorium', which is being built by The Southern Cooperative, has been designed to minimise both its use of energy and impact on the environment. Ancient woodland still

surrounds the site, including a lot of mature oak trees. No trees will be lost from the site and indeed, more will be planted to enhance the edges of the forest and encourage wildlife. The building will include natural and sustainable materials, including timber and flint.

Steve Pearce, Chief Operating Officer for End of Life Services at The Southern Co-operative, said: "High quality care of the deceased and their mourners is paramount, and we believe that the new crematorium will greatly improve the experience for local families dealing with bereavement." It is expected that The Oaks, Havant Crematorium will open Autumn 2013. To view a video virtual walk-through tour of the new crematorium, visit: www.havantcrematorium.co.uk

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...contd from page one In order to ensure that local residents were content with the appearance of the houses, designs were revised at the first consultancy stage in response to local opinion that deemed them too contemporary. The new designs have been praised extensively and with Bloor Homes to implement them, will provide attractive new homes in keeping with the style of the surrounding area.

John Beresford, Development director at Grainger plc, said: “Bloor Homes stood out as an organisation which clearly understood the scheme and was very understanding of the long term future of the Berewood development and how Grainger wants to create a fantastic place to live. When they were shortlisted I visited a few of their current schemes and was impressed with the high quality of the developments. I am very excited to see the first homes be created at this wonderful new community”. |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||

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Grainger becomes a Registered Provider In November this year, Grainger plc received final approval from the Homes and Communities Agency (HCA) for the creation of a Registered Provider of social housing, to be called Grainger Trust. In this new role, Grainger will be able to offer affordable housing units within developments which it has master-planned.

The first houses that Grainger Trust will acquire will be the affordable housing units within Berewood. There will be 77 affordable units within the first phase of the development.

By becoming an RP, Grainger is able to show its long-term commitment to the community that it is building; staying with it long after the construction work has been completed. After the affordable homes are built, Grainger Trust will manage all the properties, as opposed to the site having several different housing associations. This way Grainger will ensure that the management strategy for the affordable homes complements the long term management aspiration of the whole site.

As the UK’s largest residential landlord, responsible for many thousands of properties across the country, Grainger is well placed to extend its remit and branch out into managing affordable housing. This new role coincided with Grainger’s 100th birthday and is a natural extension of the work it does already. Grainger brings a wealth of residential management experience to the field and is looking forward to transferring its knowledge to this new role.

Throughout the planning process for Berewood, Grainger has shown that listening to the community and its needs are keys to the success of the scheme. It is fitting that Grainger Trust will manage its first homes at Berewood, as it will be able to ensure that the needs of residents are met, and that tenants will enjoy a high standard of living long after the building of the homes is complete. The longevity of the scheme is extremely important to Grainger, and Grainger Trust will continue this legacy. |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||

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Life in the view of a Teenager OK: Seeing as this is my first piece, I think that it is only fair that I tell you a little bit about myself and my life.

My name is Lauren. I’m 15 years and a year 11 student. I really want to get into journalism; so, for me, getting published in this newspaper is about as good as it gets, and I enjoy the idea of people reading my work, and hopefully enjoying it.

But enough about me. I want to get down to my topic of choice for this article.

Hoodies.

Now the stereotype is that hoodies are generally used by teenagers to hide their identity; while they shop lift for example.

The reality is that hoodies are a practical

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Unfortunately, there is one extreme case of a shopping centre actually banning hoodies, and this is Bluewater Shopping Centre in Kent.

So the next time you see a teenager wearing their hood up on cold, dark night, just think for a second, are they doing any harm?

Lauren Efford

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Legal Aid THE CUTS ARE COMING From 1st April 2013, legal aid will be drastically cut. Legal aid will no longer be available to help with Divorce, Financial matters, Children matters (such as contact, residence and parental responsibility) or separation and property issues.

Some people will still be eligible for legal aid but there are very strict criteria.

Being in receipt of state benefits or having a low income will not be enough.

If you have been a victim of domestic abuse you may still be eligible for legal aid.

Please read Swain & Co’s Q&A in this edition for more information.

Swain & Co Solicitors are still able to assist you and can advise you about how the cuts will affect you as an individual.

Legal aid will still be available to help with Mediation. Swain & Co Solicitors can help you and your former partner reach an agreement about arrangements for children, financial matters or any other issues that have arisen between you.

Mediation is an excellent way to keep relations between you amicable to help avoid Court proceedings.

If you need help or advice, or you know someone who needs help or advice, Swain & Co Solicitors strongly recommend that you take action NOW.

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WILL THE LEGAL AID CUTS AFFECT ME? If you are currently receiving legal aid, you need to speak to your Solicitor urgently about whether the cuts will affect you. It is important that you do this as soon as possible as your Solicitor will need a few weeks to make an application for legal aid.

Legal aid will still be available for some, but you will need evidence that you have been a victim of domestic abuse to support your application.

The evidence that you will need to provide is: 1. A letter from you GP or from A&E 2. A letter from a refuge confirming you were in a refuge for at least 24 hours 3. Evidence of a conviction, caution or ongoing criminal proceedings 4. That you have had an injunction in the last two years 5. A MARAC plan 6. An Assessment from Social Services stating that there has been abuse It will be your responsibility to obtain this evidence. It is therefore important to report domestic abuse to your GP or report incidents to the Police.

The cuts are going to seriously impact on the PO9 area and it is important that the community supports each other to ensure that those who need help receive it.

Swain & Co have a 24hour emergency text and call line for victims of domestic abuse – don’t suffer violence in silence.

Call or text 07435 969798

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We are delighted to have our own financial expert Steven Blofield, CEO of SBA Financial Ltd working with us addressing topical financial issues and also providing answers to your questions.

Do you want to keep your family home safe?

More and more people are worried about losing some or even all of the value of their home they have lived in to pay for Care Fees, should the need for Care arise.

The promise, back in the 1940’s when the Welfare State came into being was “From the cradle to the grave” but it is a promise that the UK Government cannot and will not keep.

Recently it seems that politicians have resurrected the Dilnot Report and are starting to talk about putting a cap on the maximum we all would have to pay for care fees. Forgive me for being cynical, but I believe that this is just because we are not that far away now from the build up to the next general election, and I think it is just spin as they start to focus on getting back into office. I have no confidence whatsoever that any political party will actually do the right thing and pay the bill for the care of the elderly, which means you have just two choices: either you can take the chance that you will have enough to pay for it all yourself or you can start now to plan so that you have the best possible chance of protecting what

is yours and your families.

If a person is happy to pay and give everything to the Government that is absolutely fine; but it should be your choice and not something that is forced upon you, just because you have worked hard in life to become successful and saved your hard earned money.

Thankfully there is something you can do about Long Term Care Fees to protect the family home, your savings, investments and anything else that you own, that you don’t want to be taken by the local authorities.

You do have to be careful about such planning and ensure that you do not breech any areas under the Deprivation Rule, but with the right planning, done in advance for the right reasons, you can successfully ring fence your assets so that they stay where they belong with you and your family. You can then decide if you want to use your assets to pay for care at a later date.

An Example Case: You have retired and your home is worth £300,000 but you now sadly need full time care, and understandably you want a decent quality care home that might cost in the region of £50,000 per year. Now let’s add in your partner who also needs care at the same rate, this is now £100,000 per year for a couple, so the family home will be sold and within 3 years or less with rising

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costs, you will run out of money!

Now the local authority will step in and pay fees but not to the same level you would want, they will only pay for the lowest cost they can get away with. Now what happens is either you have to move from the care home you wanted, to the cheapest that can be found or your family have to take on the burden of more debt to keep funding the top up fees for you. By having a bespoke Home Protection Trust created by the right specialist in the right way, you can protect your home so that should the worse happen, then your money is likely to last for many more years, protecting you, your care needs and your family.

Now for the risk warning: I have lost count of how many people I have met over the years who have said “I wish I had known about this before or I wish I had done this sooner, but now it’s too late.” Take some action and make the first steps and seek some professional advice now, before it really is too late.

If you are worried about this type of problem and would like someone to talk to, then just call us for some help and guidance or come along to one of our regular public workshops.

Details for our next public workshop on the subject of Wills, Trusts and Estate Planning are as follows: Wills, Trusts & Estate Planning – Tuesday 26th February 2013 at Denmead Community Centre, Denmead at 3.30pm and 7pm.

Wills, Trusts & Estate Planning – Thursday 28th February 2013 at Wickham Community Centre, Wickham at 3.30pm and 7pm Places are limited to just 20! So they are offered on a first come, first serve basis. To find out full details and to reserve your place(s) either visit the SBA website www.sba-financial.co.uk or call their offices on 01489 878290.

If you have a question you would like to pose to Steve then please email, fax or write to Steve using the details below and if your question is printed in the next issue, SBA will send you a £50 Marks & Spencer gift card!

Regards

Steve

SBA Financial Ltd. Michelmersh Barn, St Clair’s Farm, Wickham Road, Droxford, Hampshire SO32 3PW Tel: 014 8987 8290 : Fax: 014 8987 7547 email. enquiries@sba-financial.co.uk: Visit.www.sba-financial.co.uk Important Note: iSBA Financial Ltd is authorised and regulated by the FSA (Financial Services Authority) but only generic information and reples can be given and Steven stresses that no one should act on such information, before they have sought professional independent advice about their own personal situation.

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Much careful planning and thought went into turning The Old Post Office House into an elegant and peaceful arranging

lounge, chapel and contemplation room, with mortuary and garages also located there.

The Managing Funeral Director is Mr. Paul Lee-Bapty Dip F.D., Affil R.S.H., M.B.I.F.D. Paul is a second generation Funeral Director with over 30 years experience, following in his Father’s footsteps.

Paul is supported by Mrs. Jo Bourner, Mrs. Maggie Francis and Mrs. Dee Galloway who have special responsibilities for family care at South Downs Funeral Service. In turn they are supported by dedicated chauffeur bearers.

As members of the Society of Allied and independent Funeral Directors, and the

Hampshire Buy With Confidence scheme, their commitment is to care for loved ones with the utmost respect and dignity and provide a Funeral Service that will be a personal tribute.

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HORNDEAN & DISTRICT U3A

By Peter Sollars

'Increase your knowledge and walking prowess to new heights, by joining your local Horndean U3A'

Since its conception in the spring of 2008 this local University of the Third Age, with its educational and social basis, has grown into a thriving organisation with over 150 members and a raft of supporting Interest Groups covering a wide range of subjects. Our focal point is Merchistoun Hall, south of Horndean centre and just west of the A3, where we hold our popular

monthly talk on the first Friday of the month. The talks encompass a wide range of topics; 2012 talks have included: The work of Magistrates, Raptor conservation, Sioux Indians, The life of William Morris and Recent experiences in Palestine and Israel.

We have recently extended our list of Interest Groups to 19, adding Quilting and Singing to our list which included Walking, Book Group, Science, Art, and Discussion.

Typically 10 to 15 people attend the Interest Groups; often at a member’s house or at an appropriate Horndean venue when the numbers increase.

There’s something for everyone, in a friendly and lively atmosphere; do contact our Secretary at: jean.reynolds1@btinternet.com or 023 9259 5406

Use your imagination

By Simon Molyneux

Just imagine: age slows you down or you’ve just had an illness, and getting anywhere is really difficult. How do you do the shopping? How do you get to the surgery or hospital? Just imagine: age or an illness makes it difficult to do the little things that you’ve always done yourself.

How do you change a light bulb? How do you get your curtains down for washing?

Just imagine: you can’t get out, and you’re lonely. Who is going to pop in for a cup of tea and a chat?

Just imagine the pleasure and satisfaction you could get from helping others. How could you get that? Go to: www.goodneighbours.org.uk/website/ click Directory, then click Waterlooville Area Good Neighbours, or ring 023 9226 6005

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Juliette O’Hea, MCSP MSc PGDip (rheum)

Juliette was diagnosed with Ankylosing Spondylitis (A.S) at physiotherapy school in 1983. Following a significant flare-up in 1991, she started specialising in rheumatology and has never looked back. Her first rheumatology post was under Dr Ian Gaywood at Princess Margaret Hospital, Swindon, as a metrologist.

She then joined Dr Andrei Calin's A.S research team in Bath, developing the Bath A.S functional Index (BASFI). At Christchurch Hospital, she was fortunate to gain further experience under the watchful eye of Sue Fletcher and the excellent rheumatology team. Whilst at Christchurch, she completed a postgraduate diploma and Masters degree in advanced rheumatology practice at Bournemouth University. With this extra experience, she was able to create rheumatology practitioner posts at both Southampton and Salisbury hospitals.

Juliette has opened up National Ankylosing Spondylitis Society (NASS)

exercise groups in Salisbury and Bognor and is the author of the A.S physiotherapy chapter in both the 13th and 14th editions of Tidy's physiotherapy. Aware of the interest in A.S from health professionals and to improve A.S management, she came up with the idea of starting AStretch (www.astretch,co.uk) in 2001. The AStretch committee, comprised of senior physiotherapists, meets twice yearly to discuss relevant topics and to influence AS management. AStretch runs regular courses and biennial conferences.

Until recently, her physiotherapy role included being physiotherapy advisor to NASS and running courses for physiotherapists on A.S management.

Since 2008, Juliette has been running a business called ArthritisFirst that promotes exercise for people with any type of arthritis. She runs exercise classes in Emsworth, Chichester and Havant and she will also see patients on a 1:1 basis to advise on exercise.

John and Margaret

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customers help raise funds for the Scouts

Jacqui and Andrew Shaw of Clanfield’s Costcutter Store, were delighted to present a £1,000.00 cheque to Clanfield Scouts at their Scout Headquarters, Hyden Lodge, on Monday 12th November. Group Scout Leader, Jane Hoon, accepted the cheque with many thanks saying Jacqui and Andrew’s continuing support is invaluable.

This payment will go towards paying off a loan which enabled all the scout sections (Beavers, Cubs and Scouts) to start using their new scout headquarters a lot earlier, rather than continuing to rent. The new environmentally friendly, headquarters which has ground source heating, solar panels and rainwater recycling, replaced the old scout hut which was burnt down by arsonists over 7 years ago.

The money was raised by the customers of Costcutter purchasing featured promotional products over the last year or so. This brings to a total raised for the Scout Group by the Costcutter store, to over £3,000.00.

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HORNDEAN VOLUNTARY CARE GROUP: tel 0752 833 1989 The Care Group has been in operation in the Horndean Parish area since 1979 and, during that time, well over 200 volunteers have ‘passed through their hands’ and they have undertaken thousands of tasks on behalf of the residents of Horndean, Blendworth, Catherington and Lovedean.

The Group endeavours to assist with transport door-to-door to hospitals, GP surgeries, dentists, opticians, shopping trips etc. so, if you have difficulty in travelling to your appointment, please give the Group a call on 0752 833 1989 with, if possible, at least 48 hours notice. The Group will ask

for a donation to cover their expenses.

However, if you are lucky enough to have your own means of transport and feel able to assist the Group, give them a call – drivers can be reimbursed with a mileage allowance.

Similarly, you could become a volunteer by taking incoming telephone calls in your own home from those residents requiring assistance. In this day and age, all volunteers will be required to undertake a CRB check at no cost.

Give the Group a try – you will probably enjoy it and make new friends at the same time! Telephone 0752 833 1989 for the Duty Co-ordinator.

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Food Fiend Experience SPRINGWOOD INFANT Recipe column - by Kathy Fitchett

The Humble Egg Tart Did you know the egg tart is ranked 16 in the CNN World’s top 50 foods? The recipe provided here is the Chinese version which is derived from the traditional English version. Although I have always been partial to both, my preference has always been for the Chinese version which I find lighter in taste and consistency.

They are served with the traditional dim sum meal at Chinese restaurants and I am sure if you ever have the chance to make them, you too will be a convert. The pastry is deliciously short and just melts in your mouth and the egg custard is so smooth and light, a perfect complement. One tart will never be enough.

The recipe below with photographs shows you how they can be made.

If you would like to be taught how to make them, take a look at the Food Fiend Experience website: http://www.foodfiendexp.com Ingredients (Butter Pastry) 120g butter (cut into 1 cm cubes) 1/2 egg 70g icing sugar (optional, leave out if you would like a less sweet and lower calorie tart, still tastes delicious) 190g flour Ingredients (Egg Filling) 100g caster sugar 300ml water 3 eggs (well beaten) 80ml evaporated full cream milk Method Put 300ml water and 110g sugar in sauce pan and heat until dissolved, stirring occasionally, then leave to cool.

Pulse until mixture forms a ball. Gather all the pastry together and wrap with Clingfilm and refrigerate for 20 minutes or until it is in a workable state.

Roll out the pastry on a lightly floured table until about 2 mm thick and cut with appropriate size cutter to fit bun tin being used. Press the pastry into the moulds. Take care not to use too much flour and over handle pastry.

& JUNIOR SCHOOL Springwood Infant and Junior School came into being in September 2012, changing identity from Stakes Hill Infant School and Hulbert Junior School. The site is fantastic with our own woodland, meadow and pond environment.

The Headteachers: Mrs Sue Aspland and Mr Gerry Lathem decided to create a new and dynamic joint way of working to provide as much continuity and progression for the children.

At the start of the new school year, the children, families and staff came together for a breakfast launch. At the opening ceremony a ribbon around the old oak tree was cut to symbolise the new start.

The commitment to team working and partnership is helping both schools develop a rich and rewarding curriculum. Good basic skills in reading, writing and mathematics encourage our children to be the best that they can be.

Mrs Aspland said, “Every day is a new, exciting journey for our children helping them to learn and make great progress.”

Mr Lathem said “The inspiration of Olympic athletes last summer, have inspired us to help children reach the highest of standards.”

The Headteachers look forward to welcoming new families to our schools.

Put milk and eggs into the cooled down sugar water, mix well. Strain the mixture.

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If you have interesting or amusing stories that you would like to tell others about, then send them in to us and we will do the rest. Don’t mind about the English, we will sort that out.

Place flour and butter in food processor and pulse, until it resembles bread crumbs.

Do not over pulse. Add egg and 1 teaspoon of water, if required.

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Bake in fan oven at 180 degrees for 15 – 20 minutes.

Cool the tarts and carefully take them out of the bun tin.

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Wine of the Month Winter Blues!

Hello, my name is Daniel Clark. I am passionate about wines! But, most of all, I hope, by means of these articles over the next few months if all goes well, my passion will spill over on to you. So that you can better get to know, and be confident in selecting and deriving the same enjoyment from wines, as I do; whether it’s just a social get-together with friends at home; an evening out at a restaurant; or for more formal occasions like a birthday or wedding. And, at a price, that won’t stretch your pocket too much; I hope! Especially now, if like the rest of us, you’re still feeling the effects of Christmas and New Year with all that that involves! So, maybe wines costing between about £5 and £12 per bottle, and see how we go?

Having said that, I really do hope you enjoyed your Christmas break, wherever you happened to be, and whatever you were doing; but now - and it comes to us all in the end like the morning after the night before - we find ourselves having to make the best of the ‘Winter Blues’! Yet, what better way to relax can I suggest, than with my ‘wine of the month’.

Muscat de Beaumes de Venise Because, for me, the most memorable wines, and the ones I look forward to the most are, what you might call, the ‘standalone’ wines. Wines that are absolutely wonderful, as the term suggests, just on there-own; unlike some wines which always seem to taste at their best when accompanying certain foods, or dishes based on, say, fish, meat or poultry. And, in this regard, as a stand-alone wine of distinction - for my money, at least - there is

By Daniel Clark

little to compare with this sensuous, sexy and utterly distinctive-in-its-own-right: Muscat de Beaumes de Venise, as pictured.

Waitrose price, at the time of printing: £6.35 a half bottle. A sweet white wine, with a heady, light, honey-and-elderflower flavour, and grapey aroma - it is, nonetheless, fresh and clean to the palate, with its mesmerizing hint of lemons and lychees; and also interestingly, the very slightest undertone of tangerine! Hmmm, it’s making me feel ‘heady’ just thinking about it! For, you really must try it, if you haven’t already. Oh and yes…with an alcohol content of 15%...

But, in the end, after everything, what matters I believe, is what you think.

And, you might disagree entirely. In fact, why don’t you let me know? I might even include your comments in my next article.

And, if you have a special occasion coming up; email me too, why don’t you? You can reach me on: danielclark21@hotmail.co.uk I look forward to hearing from you.

Ok so, how did I develop this passion of mine for wine, you might ask? Well, when I left school, in 2005, I went to South Downs College for three years to study catering, including WSET (Wine and Spirit Education Trust) courses, Levels 1 and 2. And, what can I say; it just captured my imagination…

And that’s just for starters! Since when, I applied and got a job at the Brookfield Hotel, in Emsworth - my first foot on the ladder - and where I soon worked my way up to become Head Waiter. When, out of the blue, I was offered my present job of Restaurant Team Leader at Whitbread’s Gateway Inn, at Eastleigh.

Finally, I would stress, that this is my own personal take on wines. Even so, I hope you enjoy it. And, that over the next few weeks or months, you can accompany me, and revel in the adventure!

So, let the adventure begin…

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Creative Quarter Art by Neil Shearer Self-taught artist Neil Shearer lives with his wife Suzie in Cowplain Waterlooville.

He has always had the natural ability to draw in pencil & pen & ink, only in the past 5 years has he turned his hand to painting in Acrylics. Neil says he enjoys painting in bright vibrant colours, which seem to convey natural warmth and bring a sense of calmness to which ever room the painting hangs. One of his biggest complements was by a partially sighted lady who stopped in her tracks when passing one of his paintings in a gallery window, who said she could actually see and feel the vivid

colour & energy of the painting.

Neil’s paintings where recently noticed by a local Restaurant Entrepreneur who commissioned him to paint several walls in a number of his restaurants.

With a successful exhibition early in the year at Queen Elizabeth Country Park, he hopes to have more exhibitions in the coming New Year.

Neil’s original paintings are for sale and he regularly undertakes commissions. Prints and cards are also available of his paintings and drawings & examples of his art work can be seen on his website: www.neilshearer.co.uk or Facebook page: www.facebook.com/artbyneilshearer

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Footlights are casting for March 2013 shows!

Footlight youth theatre, a part of mhya are currently looking to cast two male parts for their first shows of 2013!

After an incredibly busy 2012 mhya’s footlights are already looking forward to the 16th & 17th March 2013 as we will proudly present California Suite by Neil Simon and A Mad Breakfast by Isabel McReynolds-Grey.

In addition to this two pieces of fantastic theatre footlights will also be presenting a devised piece of comedy written by two members, Callan Riches and Pete Relph, All over the same weekend!

Our production leaders Chris Davey and Doug Correa are both looking for additions to their casts. Chris is looking to cast William for California Suite, a visitor from New York. In Visitor from New York, Hannah, a magazine writer is joined by her ex-husband, the question being with whom should their daughter spend the next six months? The banter flies fast and furious but Hannah’s well-wrought artifice

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crumbles as her fears take hold.

Doug is looking to cast Mr Jones for A Mad Breakfast. A Mad Breakfast is a fast paced comedy dealing with what happened when Mr Jones and Miss Brown, practical jokers, told each of the guests at their boarding house that Mr Long, a wealthy visitor, was especially interested in their individual hobbies. Long is told the house is an insane asylum. The results are a riot.

Footlights is for young people aged 14yrs + and meets every Sunday night throughout the year at Merchistoun Hall from 6:00pm9:00pm. If you are interested in taking on one of these parts please contact us on youtharts@merchistounhall.co.uk or through our facebook page: www.facebook.com/mhyoutharts

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Short story competition with prizes from South Downs College Announced in the first issue of PO7 & PO8, there is keen competition for the South Downs College literacy prizes! Will it be the meal for two in the College Restaurant that gets your creative juices flowing or the opportunity to win a makeover in the College’s Synergy Salon?

Send your short story, poem or play in writing to Verity Bousher, South Downs College, College Road, Waterlooville, PO7 8AA. The deadline for entries is 25 February 2013. The competition is open to anyone over the age of 16.

The winner will be announced in Issue 3 of PO7 & PO8. The competition will be judged by the team at South Downs College and the judges’ decision will be final. We are unable to return your contributions so please keep a copy and please note the judges will not enter into correspondence with entrants regarding the competition.

Need inspiration? Here’s a poem written by Fiona McGovern attending an Adult Literacy Course at South Downs College.

Me, I May Not Be Perfect I may not be perfect At sports or cooking I may not be perfect At cleaning or organising But I am me With my faults Come the good, At least I let the Linford Christie’s run At least I let the Gino DiCampo’s cook At least I let the Kim Woodburn’s clean At least I let the Anthea Turner’s organise At least I let them do their best Me, I’m best at causing Chaos, mayhem and mess But maybe I have been given these talents To let the others shine And my talents; Well, they are mine.

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A FRIEND

By Martin Selwood Can we ever understand why A friend is that someone They have that special touch Who sticks through thick and thin So if you have a friend so true Who emanates bonhomie Give them all your love When everything looks grim For you are one of the lucky ones Who cheers you when you’re lonely Such friends are rare and few Happy to help you through Readily by your side Copyright Martin Selwood and reproduced with kind When others are forsaking you permission.

Offering their love without seeking About Martin Selwood: Anything in return “I have lived in Horndean for 53 years, coming from Oxford in 1959. For 40 years I've been a writer, They are extremely understanding and member of the Writers Guild of Gt. Britain. Also As if from Heaven above a playwright, author, and award winning song writer.

They must have something somewhere I've written every type of writing from historical and That makes them give so much technical articles, to plays, poems and short stories.”

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PURBROOK'S GOT TALENT! Yes! At the Purbrook Horticultural Society our members are not just keen horticulturists. At our Spring and Summer Shows and our Monthly meetings (held at Deverell Hall, London Road, Purbrook on 1st Thursday of the month) a plethora of talent is showcased. Home baked cakes, jams and chutneys are all enjoyed as well as knitting, embroidery, stitch craft, photography, woodcraft and floral art. The Floral Art club meets on 2nd Thursday of the month also at Deverell Hall.

We also invite all Schools and Pre Schools in the area to enter our Annual Inter Schools Trophy Competition and have "Ambassadors" that advise, visit and assist with School projects.

By Lynda Piddington

For more information visit the Purbrook Horticultural Society website www.purbrookhorticulturalsociety.org.uk

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A Sports Journalist in the making…

Natalie Rowsell, 20, interested in sports journalism, took up the challenge of following local football team Horndean XI Reserves and submitted this report for PO7 & PO8

Nothing Reserved about this lot Knowing very little about Horndean Xi reserves, I decided research them ahead of their Cup match against Baffins Milton on 11th November 2012.

After watching their version of the LMFAO hit – cleverly named ‘We’re Xi and we know it’ I knew I had to go into the game with an open mind. Humour, laughs and some tidy dance choreography aside, there was everything to play for.

Attempts from Horndean came thick and fast. The post was the only thing denying a cracking goal from just inside the half-way line. This confidence, encouraged Craig Howes to take an ambitious shot which flew into the arms of the keeper.

However, Horndean managed better play and went 2-0 up, both goals courtesy of Josh Marshall. Baffins Milton came back fighting after the break and managed to score in the 56th and 66th minute, levelling the score at 2-2. Minutes later, Horndean’s determination kicked in and Marshall slotted home again giving him a hat-trick and the team a 3-2 advantage.

It didn’t stop there, Ryan Blackburn (HXi) decided he wanted to go for glory which paid off leaving the full time score at 4-2. With their good communication, support for each other and desire to score; the better team won.

HXi Annihilate Armoury Following last week’s 4-2 victory over Baffins Milton, Horndean Xi Reserves were looking to secure another win today against Armoury in the West Meon Division 3 league.

At a first glance, third (HXi) taking on sixth (Armoury) in the table looked to be a

close call for Horndean, but as ever, the beauty of the game kicked in and showed that you just can’t predict how things are going to end. This was exactly how things fell as Horndean walked away with an impressive 5-0 triumph under their belts.

Speaking to team Captain of HXi, Craig Howes, after the game he was happy to unveil the day’s events to me. “It was a decent game, the team played really well.

There were some good passes as well as some brilliant saves from Goalkeeper Olly (Nash) who kept a clean sheet today. The first goal came from my through ball to Conrad Young, who effortlessly placed it in the back of the net. The second was by far the best of the game. It came from a cut back from Conrad to Mat Caley who finished with his left foot from outside of the box. The third was initially a shot from Conrad, which hit the bar and fell for me to volley home from 2 yards out.”

As the half time whistle blew, it was obvious HXi had more to give in the second half as Craig goes on to explain.

“Having a 3-0 lead at half time is always a positive. The Fourth goal came from a quality turn from Mat on the edge of the box; he passed into Josh Marshall who went onto score. Our final goal came from Jon Kennedy. He out-thought both keeper and defender on the line to seal an emphatic 50 victory.”

HXi named Mat Caley as their man of the match.

9 STAR Xi Sitting quite comfortably 6 places above them, Horndean Xi Reserves were looking to secure another win today against bottom of the table Shelford Rovers.

The game started off looking promising for both sides, with good passing, defending, attacking and team play. However it was Shelford Rovers who started the score sheet off after taking an early lead from a well placed free kick.

This didn’t phase Horndean as they sprung into action creating chances for

themselves, one particular opportunity came from a corner which was headed just wide of the post. Both sides looked full of confidence and it was predictably only a matter of time before there was another goal.

Horndean drew level not long after from a cross which was picked up and struck low, taking the score to 1-1.

Horndean didn’t stop there as they quickly took the lead courtesy of some good tactical play. A heavy clash between Horndean and Shelford’s goalkeeper allowed the Xi to neatly put away a penalty taking the score to 3-1. Less than 5 minutes later, the ref pointed to the spot at the other end to award Shelford a penalty due to Horndean handling the ball thus changing the score to 3-2. Minutes before half-time Horndean delivered again, but despite shouts of ‘Offside’ the goal stood.

Horndean were happy to walk away at half time with a 4-2 lead.

Shelford got the 2nd half under-way and with confusion between player and keeper allowed the Rovers to claim an easy goal.

Shelford weren’t going to give in easily and managed a low, powerful drive to level the score to 4-4.

With words of encouragement flying round the pitch, Horndean decided not to settle on a draw. A rush of goals in the final 15 minutes came from a second penalty for the Xi, beautiful strikes and some respectable show-boating leaving the final score at 9-4 to Horndean.

After a pretty even first half, the final score line was nothing short of what Horndean deserved.

Unfortunately things don’t always go to plan, and football is the perfect example of this. HXI were slow to start and even this failed to spur Swood on to take countless opportunities. Surprisingly the first goal came after a lengthy 40 minutes and it was in Swood’s favour, as the half-time whistle blew a sense of frustration came from the XI players.

Trailing at half time isn’t a feeling I’m used to when it comes to watching Horndean, it’s definitely an alien feeling of recent to them as well. As I stood waiting for the second half to commence, I couldn’t help but overhear a member of Swood’s management comment that “It’s always a strong game against these (HXI).” And I couldn’t help but momentarily reflect that actually, it had been a tough game so far and both sides looked very respectable.

With this is mind they appeared a different team after half time. They seemed more lively, enthusiastic and encouraging.

With shots being made left, right and centre things started to look more promising for XI. Sadly things didn’t go XI’s way as they conceded again from a low struck ball, taking the score line to 0-2 in favour of Swood. Credit where it is due, Horndean didn’t give in and gave it all they could, which was finally rewarded 15 minutes from the end after a shot from XI which was skilfully saved but caught on the rebound and neatly rolled into the bottom corner.

As the final whistle blew you could see it in the XI’s faces that they were disappointed with a 2-1 loss.

The team at PO7 & PO8 wish Horndean XI Reserves and all our local football teams success as they push towards the end of the season.

HXI SLIP SHORT OF SWOOD

Congratulations to Natalie for bringing the excitement of local football to life in her writing!

Perhaps we’ll hear more from Natalie in the future?

There wasn’t much Christmas cheer ahead of Horndean XI reserves game against AFC Swood this weekend.

I’m sure HXI were hoping to leave 2012 with a bang in their last game of the year.

If you like to try your hand at local journalism, get in touch: email s.johnson@postcodepublications.com with your ideas.

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Postcode Publications ORIGINS OF WATERLOOVILLE - THE HEROES OF WATERLOO Introducing South Hants Ladies miles from Portsmouth, on the London ran from Cosham, and later the stables Road, comprising on the ground floor, would be used as Waterlooville Bus Depot National League parlour, bar room, large assembly room, for the horse drawn busses. Later still it volleyball team kitchen, wash-house, dairy, and other was used by Wadhams, who eventually

Waterloo Hotel (The Heroes of Waterloo), London Road, Waterlloville, 1900. Photograph by Waterlooville photographer C.H.T Marshall. Courtesy of Waterlooville Library, Hampshire County Council

One of the first land purchases on the northern quadrant (between the Hambledon and London roads) after the enclosure of the Forest of Bere in 1810 was acquired by Thomas Fitzherbert, a wealthy farmer of Portsmouth. Fitzherbert sold his three acre plot to Portsea Brewer Charles Matthews in February 1814 and it was Matthews who built the first inn in the locality – ‘The Heroes of Waterloo,’ with the inn opening the following year. Legends have grown up over the naming of the new inn; there is no doubt that it was built around the period of the great battle at Waterloo and certainly takes its name from that. Suggestions have even been put forward that troops rested here on their return from abroad and that the new inn be named after them. Every year, on the 18th of June, a Gala and Dinner was formerly celebrated at the inn to commemorate the great victory at the Battle of Waterloo under the Duke of Wellington.

The first landlord of the inn was James Anderson, a tenant of Charles Matthews who kept the inn until his death in 1821 when his wife took over the tenancy of the inn. In 1831, Charles Matthews sold off his brewing assets including the ‘Heroes of Waterloo’ but by this time the new inn had quickly established itself as a centre, not just as a coaching and posting stop, but also as a diverse local meeting place such as for the Hambledon Hunt and also for the Church Commissioners and local inhabitants in their quest for the erection of a church or chapel nearby. As well as this it was also used for auction sales of local property, timber, land etc.

By 1835 there were 16 coaches using the route from London to Portsmouth, with the majority stopping at the ‘Heroes.’

By this date the inn was under the control of landlord Joseph Harris, previously the landlord of the Leopard Inn at Purbrook, who kept the inn until his death in 1855.

Certainly by the time of his death the inn was generally becoming known as the ‘Waterloo Inn.’ By1841 considerable improvements and repairs had been carried out on the inn as sales particulars from August of that year testify: ‘All that INN called THE HEROES OF WATERLOO, most advantageously situate at Waterloo Ville, near Purbrook, seven

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conveniences; on the first floor, two sitting rooms, seven bed-rooms, and a water closet; in the rear there is a well accustomed tap. The yard contains stabling for 24 horses, coach-house etc.; also a large PADDOCK OF LAND, at the side and in the rear of the premises, the whole being about one acre. The premises have been erected within a very short period, and considerable additions and improvements have been made within the last two years, and the whole have recently undergone complete repair.’

As the sales particulars suggest, the inn was a large sprawling building which with its stables stretching from the churchyard in Hambledon Road around the corner to the meadow in London Road. It was also around the time of Joseph Harris’s death that the name Waterloo-Ville started to appear and by the time George Gale of the Horndean Brewery acquired the inn in 1860 this was so.

By 1890 the old inn was obviously deemed either too ramshackle or in need of modernisation and a new inn was built on the site known as the ‘Waterloo Hotel.

This new establishment did not sever all connections with the earlier inn as it still bore the name of the original inn and went under the sign of the ‘Heroes of Waterloo.’

This new modern inn or hotel was built by local builder John Edwards, who rightfully, but modestly, admitted he built a large part of the village. In May 1890 this new building was described in the local press as: ‘The new hotel is constructed, not only to meet the requirements of day trippers from Portsmouth and elsewhere, but to provide accommodation for those who wish separate suites of rooms during the summer months. On the ground floor in addition to the bar there are cheerful and commodious coffee rooms, while the upper storeys contain drawing rooms, private sitting rooms and seventeen bedrooms.

Delicious views are obtained from some of these bedrooms. The bedrooms have already become popular, and are in demand among visitors, who are enchanted with the views, and equally appreciate the excellent sanitary arrangements of the house and the kindly care and forethought of Mr and Mrs Savage, who preside over the hotel. There is one large dining room in the house capable of dining 150 people. Other improvements are in prospect. There will soon be a lawn and garden at the north end of the house, which will add greatly to its beauty. The stable yard is well known to being equal to any emergency, and the Waterloo Hotel now takes its place among the best equipped hostelries of the county.’

The new ‘Heroes’ became the headquarters for the local omnibuses that

would use part of the outbuildings at the rear of the building as workshops. By 1910 the Waterlooville Fire Brigade kept their appliances at the rear of the hotel.

Next door to the hotel was the Heroes or Waterloo Hall, built on the site of the Heroes former Tea Garden, where local inhabitants could meet socially to dance, as well as hold various meetings of local organisations. Another part of the hall became the Southdown Bus Office.

Waterlooville Hotel (The Heroes of Waterloo), on the corner of Hambledon Road and London Road, Waterlooville, 1910. The coaches are leaving the ‘Heroes’ for a days racing at the Hambledon Races. Photograph by Waterlooville photographer C.H.T. Marshall.

Courtesy of Waterlooville Library, Hampshire County Council.

In the early 1960s, the owners of the Hotel, George Gale & Co. decided to move the “Heroes” to new premises, about 300 yards further to the north of London Road.

The new site was purchased from Dr. Duncan Cooper and the third “Heroes of Waterloo” was built, pulling its first pint in 1966. The area associated with the former Waterloo Hotel was redeveloped to make way for the £600,000 Wellington Way shopping precinct. The new public house, now owned by the Fullers Brewery, is still thriving and is described as: ‘Waterlooville's leading young person’s live entertainment venue.’

Photographs by Steve Jones, Waterlooville Library, Collection of Hampshire County Council

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by Beverley Cooper

The ladies play in Division 1 of the National Volleyball League which is the second highest league after the Super 8s.

They train and play home matches at Purbrook Park School and travel the length and breadth of the country for away matches including places such as Manchester, Cardiff, Devon and Loughborough. The indoor volleyball season runs from September to April and this season the team have made an excellent start by winning their first three matches.

The team is part of South Hants Volleyball Club which caters for male and female players of all standards, including beginners, and new players are always welcome. If you are interested in playing just come along to a club night at Purbrook Park School on a Wednesday evening at 8.30.Your first session is free.You can find out more about the club at: http://southhantsvolleyballclub.btck.co.uk/ and you can find out more about volleyball in England at: www.volleyballengland.org/ ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||| Hi I have been reading Postcode publications with great interest and find it a great source of local information. I found the article on "Waterlooville It's 19th Century Origins" by : Steve Jones really facsinating. It led me to look up more old pictures and photos of Waterlooville.

Now I have a Question for Steve, in one of the pictures he describes the Heroes public house as being opposite Stakes Hill road. Was the Heroes there originally and has subsequently been rebuilt?

As it is now further north up the London road/Hulbert road. Just curious.

Chris Hawking

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Portsmouth is urging the public to Choose Well this winter

Do you know which NHS services you should be using?

The Choose Well campaign asks the public to think about how serious their health problem is and then choose the right service. By choosing the right service from the start, will mean reduced waiting times.

Self care - For very minor problems such as a hangover, indigestion, or a grazed knee, people should self-care. Self-care is the best choice to treat very minor illnesses. If you have a cough or cold, drink plenty of fluids and keep some of these in a safe place for when you need them: • paracetamol, aspirin and a similar syrup version for children • cough medicine or sore throat lozenges • thermometer Pharmacy - You can get help from your local pharmacy or chemist for many minor ailments and health related problems. They can also advise you on medicines, provide expert advice on many common ailments or illnesses... and you don’t need an appointment!

GP appointment - For ailments such as stomach pain and vomiting, a persistent cough or ear pain, call your GP surgery for advice. Did you know that you can still call your GP outside normal surgery hours? At evenings or weekends your GP surgery is

supported by a GP Out of Hours service. If you require urgent medical help or advice which cannot wait until the surgery reopens call: 01962 718697 Minor injuries - For minor injuries, go to your local minor injuries unit (MIU) or walk-in centre. They can treat sprains and strains, broken bones, wound infections, minor burns and scalds, minor head injuries, minor eye injuries, and injuries to the back, shoulder and chest.

Local services can be found in Gosport War Memorial Hospital PO12 3PW 8am – 9pm; St Mary’s NHS Treatment Centre PO3 6DW 7.30am – 9.30pm; and Petersfield Hospital GU32 3LB 8am – 6pm.

999 emergency services - Only in a real emergency should you contact 999.

This should only be used for those most in need of emergency medical care, for example if you are having a stroke or heart attack.

If you are not sure which service to choose, call NHS Direct on 0845 46 47.

Further details about all of the above services can be found at www.nhs.uk Want more advice about Choose Well?

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Labrador Lifeline Trust Labrador Lifeline Trust celebrates its 15th anniversary next year. We cover an area from West Sussex along the south coast as far as Dorset up to Hertfordshire and with a small branch in Notts. We rescue and re-home Labradors of all ages from the very young through to oldies.

Large Labradors, small Labradors, all colours, shapes and temperaments find their way to us sadly in increasing numbers.

Many animals are finding themselves victims of the present economic climate, often having being purchased through the internet or freebie papers from puppy farms, with little thought of what dog ownership entails. They are then unwanted when the novelty wears off.

Many people are forced to give up their pets after marriage or partnership breakups or maybe loss of accommodation and going into rented where animals are not allowed. All too often this is a heartbreaking decision and we do our best to help during a very difficult time.

Prior to an adoption we visit prospective homes and also assess dogs needing to come into rescue in their own

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home so that we can match up the right dog with the right home. The Trust is always available to support our adoptive families should they need advice in the future. We currently have many lovely dogs looking for their forever homes.

Our website is www.labrador-lifeline and the local area co-ordinator Pennie Medland on 023 9 25 3293

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THE DENMEAD COMMUNITY CENTRE NEEDS YOUR HELP My name is Rick Haynes and I am a Trustee of the Denmead Community Association. We are committed to offering a wide choice of facilities, so folk can choose from Film Nights to Pilates – Southern Arts Academy to Preschool - and Zumba Toning to Gardening; not forgetting the annual beer festival and Denmead Village Show.

We have been running a successful Book Swop which is free to everyone. We seek to enhance our services by offering a DVD Swop. Just bring one in to the centre and exchange for another - all FREE! We have decorated the Rookwood

Room and made it very comfortable for those wishing to use our new library, so why not come and take a look?

So how can you help us? Well we would ask you to kindly donate your unwanted DVD’s. Even a few will help us in building up a DVD library for all to enjoy.

Thank you very much for your consideration.

Rick Haynes For further information and to receive a copy of our regular updates do contact us at: email:manager@denmeaddca.com Telephone 023 9225 6132 Denmead Community Centre, School Lane, Waterlooville, Hampshire, PO7 6LU

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ROWAN’S MEERKAT SERVICE RECEIVES Primetime – Functional Fitness Class CHILDREN IN NEED GRANT Rowan’s Meerkat Service has been successful in securing a three-year grant from BBC Children in Need. The funding will help to provide one-to-one sessions and group work with children and young people affected by the impact of serious illness and bereavement.

Rowan’s Meerkat Service was established in March 2008 aided by a BBC Children in Need grant. Due to a high level of need the project has rapidly expanded, to date 337 children have been referred to the service. This latest grant of £58,338 will enable more children to benefit from support from this specialist team based at The Rowans Hospice in Purbrook.

Sophie de Bere, Rowan’s Meerkat Service Co-ordinator, said: “This is fantastic news for Rowan’s Meerkat Service.

Children have the capacity to cope well with loss providing they have the right support. At the time of loss it can be difficult for family members to provide this.

Intervention offered to families pre and post bereavement may significantly influence how children make sense of their experiences. This enables children to grow in confidence and acquire personal resources which will assist them in managing future life events.”

The amount of involvement with families differs depending on their needs and wishes. A detailed initial assessment is carried out with the child’s parents or

carers. This is essential when gathering information to understand a family’s needs and agreeing appropriate subsequent intervention. The service offers advice, liaison with schools and other agencies, group work, and one-to-one support with children and young people.

An integral part of the work is to empower parents/carers and other professionals connected with the child (such as school) so that they have the knowledge and the confidence to support that child in the long-term. It is essential to work alongside children at their pace. For many, talking about sensitive issues can be difficult, therefore direct work with a child often involves playing, creative projects and artistic activities.

Opportunities are provided for children to meet peers with similar experiences via a closed six-week group.Younger children are invited to ‘Rowan’s Meerkat Gang’, and adolescents to ‘Rowan’s Teenage Troop’.

Workshops are also held during school holidays.

The service has developed strong relationships within the community offering a consultancy role to professionals/agencies supporting other bereaved children who would otherwise not come into contact with The Rowans Hospice.

For more information, visit www.rowanshospice.co.uk

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Fun Photo Competition…

Capture that “Moment in Time” Japics Photographic, commercial and portrait photographers based in Horndean, is offering a prize for the most entertaining photo in our fun photo competition. The photo must capture an impromptu moment where your children, pets, friends, parents, possessions etc do something that will make us all smile! Here are some that Penny from Japics has captured herself on her camera phone to give you some inspiration!

The Prize is a family (up to 4 people) or pet photo shoot at their studio in Horndean, with an 8”x6” print (framed or on canvas).

Please email your entries with your name, address and telephone number to Penny Plimmer at clicks@japics.co.uk.

Closing date for entries is 10 May 2013 and the winning photo will be published in the June edition of PO7&PO8. Images must be in JPG format and less than 4MB in size. No digital manipulation please…we’d like the photos just as you took them in that “Moment in Time”. The photos will be judged by Japics and judges’decision will be final. Please note the judges will not enter into correspondence with entrants regarding the competition.

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Natalie March of Physio-logical, a local chartered physiotherapist from Denmead, runs a functional fitness exercise class for the mature person and those recovering from injuries/aches or pains within Active4Less, Havant.

The classes are designed for the mature person who wants to reduce their chances of falling by building their general strength and core stability. Also, for those wishing to get back into exercise after an injury but wants some supervision by a specialist physiotherapist.

There are a variety of exercises which focus on: - improving core strength - balance - co-ordination - flexibility

- muscle strength This will then improve your quality of life as the body does not deteriorate because of age, it deteriorates because of lack of use.

The classes are on Mondays at 11.30am at Active4Less, 5 Hayward Business Centre, New Lane, Havant, PO9 2NL. Cost is £4 per class.

As “Mrs O” said in October 2012… ”I like coming to this class because everyone is friendly, there is no 'macho' competition and because our instructor is a physiotherapist it feels like a 'safe' class".

For more information about the class then please call Natalie on 07835 712306 or email enquiries@physio-logical.net, alternatively feel free to go along for a free taster class.

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Jubilee Tree Planting in Purbrook PAWARA Environment Group

Purbrook and Widley Area Residents’ Association (PAWARA) marked Remembrance Sunday by planting trees and clearing litter from around the planting site and nearby woodland. The group received a community tree pack from The Woodland Trust as part of the charity’s Jubilee Woods Project that aimed to plant six million trees to mark the Queen's Diamond Jubilee, one million of them in November. The Environment Group chose a year-round colour theme provided by Hawthorn, Hazel, Silver Birch, Rowan, Wild Cherry and Dogwood with a Royal Oak sapling grown from an acorn gathered from Royal Estates.

The trees were planted randomly around the Royal Oak, approximately two metres apart, to give a natural appearance and allow the trees to grow into a natural shape.

Following planting campaigns in recent years the number of trees in Britain is now estimated to be higher than at any time since the middle ages. However, there are concerns that tree planting is automatically viewed as positive in all circumstances and that there are unrealistic expectations of creating an instant habitat whereas natural habitats include trees of different ages and take many years to establish. Areas are sometimes cleared because they look untidy without consideration of the impact on ecosystems and indiscriminate planting can destroy existing habitats causing some already rare species to decline further.

The PAWARA Environment Group worked closely with Havant Borough Council and took note of feedback from local residents in selecting a suitable planting site and will install posts around the planting area to prevent damage from mowing and discourage people from entering and accidentally trampling the saplings.

The group has a work party on the second Sunday of each month and meets at 9.30 am at Penjar Pond. New members are welcome.

Please visit www.pawara.co.uk for more information.

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Get Your Finances in Check this New Year – By Investing in Your Local Community If you are avoiding your bank balance this month due to the Christmas overspend or can’t believe how little interest your savings earn then look no further than your own back yard when it comes to getting help.

Credit unions are currently being set up all over the country, but statistics show that very few people have heard of them.

They are set up by local people with the purpose of helping each other save, borrow and manage their finances – and this time of year, with Christmas behind us and plans for summer holidays being made, this is very welcome news.

Hampshire Credit Union was established in Portsmouth in 2001 and now has outlets throughout Hampshire and the Isle of Wight. They provide savings accounts, affordable loans and current accounts for all members, and pride themselves on presenting a friendly face, reaching out to the community and lending a helping hand. They are fully regulated by the Financial Services Authority and work as a completely not-for-profit organisation to improve financial services for members and to make funds available to the community.

Geoff Brown, General Manager for Hampshire Credit Union, said: “Credit unions can serve you, your business, family, friends, neighbours and colleagues.

Everyone benefits because we keep the money local by paying local people and organisations a competitive return on savings & charging them less for loans. It’s a win-win situation whether you save with or borrow from your local credit union, either way you are helping create local wealth”.

Hampshire Credit Union is keen to raise awareness among the local community in Hampshire and the Isle of Wight. “Credit unions are still relatively unheard of, we

want everyone to know that we are here and happy to help!” concludes Mr Brown.

In order to benefit from Hampshire Credit Union, customers must become a member but this is completely free of charge, members just have to maintain a minimum £1 share.

Hampshire Credit Union are happy to provide a speaker who will visit your company or community group and explain how a credit union can help you and your staff/members.

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Horndean looks back…

2012 was busy year with the business community, councils, police and local people supporting each other in projects and events.

The last of which was the Horndean Carol Concert and Christmas Market, an event organised jointly by the Horndean Parish Council and Horndean Business Network. Locals came out in their hundreds to support the event proving the village spirit that Horndean is know for, lives on!

Horndean Square was packed for the Carol Service and visitors headed (before

the photos of the Carol Service.]

and after the Carol Service) to the Precinct, transformed with twinkling lights and Santa’s Grotto. Café Dilara served Mulled Wine and mince pies…with Precinct shop owners like All for Dance and Country Patches Interiors joining the stall holders for a packed Christmas Market. [photos…Many thanks to Cllr Richard Veitch and Horndean Parish Council for

…and Horndean looks forward…

There other joint initiatives underway for 2013 and if you’d like to know more about the local events and the Horndean Business Network, please visit Horndean.net/business or email hbn@horndean.net.

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Intrepid Removals…whatever the weather!

If you are planning a house or office move over the next couple of months, watch the weather reports because snow is all around and this time last year, it stopped many removals in their tracks, literally!

We asked Concise Removals & Storage, based in Waterlooville how they got on during the 2012 freeze.

“At the beginning of the year, we got ourselves ready with rock salt, snow chains, shovels and a sense of humour. This turned out to be a good move because, judging by the phone calls we had, many other removal firms just locked their vans up and waited for the thaw! There were occasions where I thought we should do the same but actually it was great fun, working together to keep the vans on the roads and digging snow off customers’ drives. We managed to move all our customers booked in during the snow and they were all delighted…keeping us topped up with hot soup and tea! We were even applauded by neighbours and pedestrians as we loaded and unloaded everywhere!”

So what are their top tips for people moving under the threat of inclement

weather:  Check the 5-day weather forecast to see what you’re up against on and before moving day. Call your removal company for advice.  Have a contingency plan…are there storage facilities at your removal firm?  If it looks like snow, get some rock salt in to keep the driveway and path to the house clear  Pack breakables with even more care (or ensure your removal firm does that for you) because there is an increased chance of slipping on icy paths.  Concise and other good removal firms can supply the right packaging for awkward items. (Concise are particularly experienced in moving awkward items having delivered everything from large dinosaurs, hundreds of thousands of pounds of antiques and millions of pounds of vintage Ferrari!)

Concise Removals & Storage is a local, family run business committed to delivering everything well, including customer service.

Their best tip…? Don’t pack the kettle!! www.conciseremovals.co.uk

iPad Learning

areas of learning resource in English, mathematics, science, geography, history and religious knowledge.

Head of ICT Curriculum at Cognita, Joe Warren sums up, “The 21st century classroom is beginning to look a lot different from the ones I learnt in. The use of mobile devices, fast internet connections and increasing educational, cloud-based resources, used alongside traditional teaching methods and good old-fashioned bed-rock skills, means the pupil of today has an incredible amount of knowledge literally at their fingertips.”

Kingscourt School in Five Heads Road, Catherington is taking part in a nationwide trial introduced by its parent group, Cognita Schools. The iPad Learning Programme seeks to bring tablet devices into each area of the school’s curriculum.

Y6 pupils have been using iPads in their lessons since early this year and, working closely with their teachers, have begun to hone their research skills and open up a plethora of new

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S FTBALL

By Andy Burgess

Fancy trying something sporty'ish and meeting some new people?

SOFTBALL is a cross between baseball & rounders and caters for any age & ability (you don't have to be mega-fit or brilliant at sport to play!). It's a mixed recreational game with teams made up of both men and women with an emphasis on just having fun.

The SOLENT SOFTBALL LEAGUE is looking for new male & female players to join one of its many recreational teams (or maybe even start your own works team?)

Why not come along to our indoor beginners sessions specifically aimed at people who have never played before. We'll teach you the basics of the game and then if you fancy carrying on we'll get you signed up to one of our recreational teams for the Summer season outside.

And these sessions are FREE !!! so come along and give it a go.

Coaching & equipment are provided just wear your trainers.

VENUE: Crookhorn College - Sports Hall, Stakes Hill Road, Waterlooville, Hants, PO7 5UD SUNDAY 27 JANUARY SUNDAY 3, 10, 17, 24 FEBRUARY SUNDAY 3, 10, 17 MARCH 9.25am – 10.40am: ‘BEGINNERS' session Feel free to contact me for further information.

Andy Burgess - Solent Softball League MOBILE: 07887 951440 EMAIL: andrewburgess@ntlworld.com WEB SITE: www.solentsoftballleague.webs.com

‘Harley Street’ arrives in Waterlooville The highest quality treatments can now be accessed without a trip to London.

This is a local, state of the art ‘Harley Street’ style private healthcare clinic…without the Harley Street prices.

Healthspace South in Cowplain, has a wide range of high quality private healthcare services: Therapists: Physiotherapy (including Acupuncture), Chiropractic, Osteopathy, Orthotics, Chiropody, Sports Massage Beauty Clinic: Two top world travelled beauty therapists and plastic surgeons offering every aspect of beauty from Shellac ® Nails to Microdermabrasion, Botox ® and more.

OrthoSportsCentre: Orthopaedic sports clinic being led by a team of orthopaedic consultants enhanced by a complete rehab team!

Counselling/Psychotherapy: Struggling with day to day life? Have an issue with a child? Would like life coaching? Dealing with a health condition? We have the right team here to help you.

Had a heart attack or suffered from/suffering with Angina? Specialist cardiac rehabilitation nurses are here to help you get back on track with advice from getting back to normal living, medication, travel advice. This team really have helped people get back to normal living.

Pain Team: Suffering with chronic pain? – can’t seem to get a solution. The clinical team comprises a consultant specialising in pain, a health psychologist and a senior physiotherapist.

Want to get fit? Need a personal trainer? We have a variety of fitness classes to suit all ages and all abilities including Pilates, Zumba, and Fitness for the over 50’s. Why not try a personal trainer.

Lumps & Bumps: Top surgeons will remove your unsightly lumps/bumps in a clean, clinical environment – call to find out more.

Other clinics include: Gynaecology,

Gastroenterology, Cardiology, Dermatology, Orthopaedics, Plastic Surgery, Colorectal, Bariatric (weight loss), Podiatry, Dietician and much more.

Due to open end of February Healthspace South now has their own Diagnostic Imaging suite (x-ray). However their Ultrasound Service is available now!

Healthspace South is delighted to confirm they support The Rowans Hospice by donating a percentage of any sale from artwork sold here. We are currently demonstrating Portsmouth Art Society and Lynne Davies Artwork. Please feel free to call in and take a look.

For more information on the wide range of high quality healthcare services call 023 9226 7000 and speak to one of the team who will be very happy to help and advise you.

For more information: www.healthspacesouth.co.uk

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Mark Southwick

Mark can assess, design, supply and fit external devices to treat a range of conditions including sports injuries, neurological problems, muscle and joint pain.

Orthotics provided: insoles, knee/hip/back supports and head protection

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Do you have an unwanted ‘lump or bump’? Healthspace South will remove it for you!

Whether you have a facial lesion or something on your body let us help.

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You will be seen be a leading consultant surgeon for an initial consultation. We can offer a 'onestop' consultation and surgery on the same day and after working hours.

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CHERNOBYL CHILDREN’S LIFE LINE By Peter Davis The Chernobyl Nuclear accident in 1986 was the worst nuclear accident ever.

It occurred in an area now known as Belarus and Ukraine.

Since 1992 when CCLL was founded by Victor Mizzi, over 46,000 children have been brought to the UK for a month of respite care.

The long term effects of the disaster have had a devastating effect on the population. The very high incidence of thyroid cancer and leukaemia is linked to ingesting large amounts of caesium and other carcinogens. Minsk Hospital is a leading authority in this area. It is now accepted that if children of 11 can be given a month of uncontaminated food, then their life expectancy will be improved by at least two years. We also know that pectin (found in fruit) helps to protect the thyroid gland. The thyroid gland is growing at its fastest at age 11, so the CCLL aims to bring children of that age to the UK. Every link of the CCLL is required to raise the finance to bring over the children.

The H & W link has failed to bring any children for the last 2 years and a new committee has now been formed. The new committee is determined that we will bring across 10/12 children next summer.

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By Hannah Jackson & Kirsty Bate

The children are chosen by officials in either Belarus or Ukraine on the basis of need and they come across to live with a host family in pairs. Whilst they are here, we organise trips most days. We try to make these fit in with a working day. During the day “Buddy families and helpers” normally look after the children. This gives the host families a break.

• We need Host families.

• We need Buddy helpers • We need money.

• We need donations of clothes especially for children age about 9. The Chernobyl children are about 2 years behind ours in physical development.

If you can support your local Link of the CCLL in any way please make contact with us at: havwat@ccll.org.uk or via our Contact Us page We will be pleased to hear from you, and happy to help.

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south of Nairobi. “Osiligi” translated means South Downs College is always looking hope. for ways to enrich student’s lives with Performing a selection of ancient tribal discovering new cultures, and this was no songs, the group of five men and two women, exception in October 2012.

Travelling all the way from the small town gave audiences an enriching hour of entertainment, which included singing, dancing of Kiserian in Kenya, a group of humble yet and most impressively, jumping. People were passionate Massai warriors joined our encouraged to join the guys on stage for a students at South Downs College in a jump-off, this showed the immense skill the celebration of their rich tradition and warriors possess, and lecturer ‘Dean Clarke’ culture. even got involved! Alongside this entertaining Now on their tenth tour of the UK, the community; who always has a smile on their performance, they gave an education of their home country, day to day life and the face, hasn’t come from such a wholesome struggles they face. This gave us an insight into background as we might experience here in a very different the UK. Kenya, culture and the although having question and beautiful answer session landscapes and was a real immensely lush triumph with rainforests, pupils of both which all years eagerly provide the asking about country with a the Osiligi booming group for about tourist half an hour. industry, is still Whilst the very tribe still faces economically Mayor Cllr Gerry Shimbart meet the Maasai a troubled life, weak. Miles away having the opportunity to perform on this from what travelers may see, the warriors find themselves facing a completely different tour gives them a great deal of joy along with story. Their life expectancy is heartbreakingly funds to support their families back home. On the day, students could also buy jewelry and low at just 45 years for a man and 47 years other tribal accessories made by the group, to for women compared to ours of 75 and 80 help the cause further. years, their home is run by corrupt leaders As a college we got a taste from the and disease is a common life taker. source of what life is really like for a Maasai The Maasai used to be a major force in warrior in Kenya, as well as enjoying an the Kenyan life with their warrior and their entertaining performance. The tour was a nomadic lifestyle. However, their numbers complete success and we hope they have have dwindled and they now form less than many more to come in the future.

2% of the national population.

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"As part of our latest audience research, we asked people what they really wanted from us.” said Operations Manager Rob James. "…they enjoyed our huge variety of evening shows, and there are over 40 to choose from. They wanted plenty of music. We have a very broad play list as well as showcasing local unsigned bands so I think we tick that box too. People told us they wanted to know what was going on in their area, so we are increasing the information we broadcast from what’s ons and events, to news about local sport."

Express FM, the brainchild of broadcasters Cheryl Buggy and Chris Carnegy, has been broadcasting for 5 years now and was one of the first community stations to launch in the UK. As a not for profit organisation its mission is to showcase talent, celebrate success, give local people a voice

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and help people make better informed decisions Although based in the heart of Portsmouth, Express broadcast to Havant and Waterlooville too As a volunteer organisation, Express FM are always looking for people who would like to get involved with them.You don't need to have any radio experience, and all training is free.You just need to be enthusiastic, friendly and a good communicator.

Find out more about volunteering on Express FM please contact robjames@expressfm.com. To find out about advertising and sponsorship packages please contact Darren@expressfm.com. Visit the website to find out more about the exciting new schedule. www.expressfm.com

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FOREST OF BERE BOWMEN

Every November, the Forest of Bere Bowmen, based at Horndean, host a shoot at the Mounbatten Centre in Portsmouth.

Up to 66 archers can shoot in each of three sessions; with some participating in two sessions, the total number of archers this year was 135. Archers came from Surrey, Sussex, Dorset and Hampshire including the Isle of Wight. The Crookhorn Shoot as it is called, is one of the larger indoor shoots in the South-east of England.

It is a great time of friendly rivalry with male, female, juniors and disabled archers, all shooting the same distance and competing together. The bows used are recurve (as used in the Olympics), compound (with cams on them), bare bows (recurves with no sights or other added features) and longbows.

The Archer Supreme of the Recurve Archers was Marc Gray of Forest of Bere.

With a score of 593 out of a maximum 600, his score was higher than any other archer, including compound archers who use magnified sights.

Both the lady and gentleman Longbow winners are Forest of Bere members, Gill

Merrett and John Davies. Dirk Konig also of FOBB, who only learnt to shoot last year, won a trophy for the greatest improvement.

Other winners from the Portsmouth area belong to RN South Coast Archers, Havant and Hayling, Portsdown and Petersfield archery clubs.

Several winners came from further afield including the Isle of Wight, Andover, Alton and Four Marks, Lytchett, Burleigh, Bournemouth, Southampton and Chichester.

The team events were won by, Southampton, for Recurve Bows and Chichester for Compound Bows. Each team competing must contain both male and female members. The teams consist of those with the highest scores whether within the Senior, Junior or Disabled category of archers.

Everybody seemed to enjoy themselves, in what was a good day of competition.

Anybody wishing to find out more can look at the Forest of Bere Bowmen website.

BUSY SQUIRRELS! Squirrels Pre-school certainly keep busy… Road Safety Week was a very exciting topic where the children learnt very valuable tips and practised safe road crossing (pictured).

We also took part in lots of fundraising and supported quite a few charities. Our Harvest Donations went to the local food bank to help families during very difficult periods. We raised £35.81 when we took part in the Wear it Pink for Breast Cancer.

Pudsy Bear came to visit and we raised £68.60 which was donated to Hannah's Holiday Home Appeal, a local charity which supports children with cancer and life limiting illnesses.

We finished 2012 off with our fantastic

Christmas party with a visit to all our "Good Girls and Boys" from Father Christmas.

With over 100 children and families now on our books, in 2013 Squirrels again prides itself in the flexibility provided to our families, especially the working ones. www.squirrelsdaycare.co.uk

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HOW ARE YOUR NEW YEAR’S RESOLUTIONS GOING? Help for smokers who want to quit Quit4Life is Hampshire’s NHS Stop Smoking Service, with a particularly strong presence in PO7 & 8. We understand how hard it is to stop on your own and we offer a number of ways to get help to quit and stay quit.

There are drop-in sessions at Waterlooville Health Centre and Waterlooville Community Centre offering weekly support from a friendly Quit4Life adviser who will help you choose from the available stop smoking products to give you the best chance of succeeding.

If you would prefer one-to-one appointments, some local pharmacies offer

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stop smoking support – look out for the quit4life sign on the door.You can also ask at your GP surgery if they offer the service. If you can get a bunch of mates together who want to quit we can offer sessions in the workplace or, for those who cannot make it to regular appointments, we even run a Telephone Support Service.

Whichever type of support you choose you will be quids in – not only will you be saving the money you used to spend on ciggies – the service is free and all the products you need are supplied on prescription. For more information call 0845 602 4663 or go to www.quit4life.nhs.uk.

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What’s on HORNDEAN AMATEUR THEATRICAL SOCIETY

by Carolyn Carr

If you are over 16 and would be interested in getting involved in any aspect of amateur theatre, HATS would love to hear from you. We are a small, friendly, social group which puts on 3 performances a year – usually comedies, light dramas or thrillers.

We also organise a number of social events.

We are keen to welcome anyone who would like to try their hand at any of the following: • Acting • Directing • Lighting and Sound • Set design and construction • Hair and make up • Back stage or front of house Experience is not necessary. We meet every Friday (apart from August) at 7.30pm in Merchistoun Hall.

Contact: Tel: 023 9278 5800 Email: horndeantheatre@yahoo.co.uk Website: horndeanamdram.com

Performing HATS Horndean Amateur Dramatic Society (HATS) are performing “Good Morning Bill” by P G Wodehouse on Thurs, Fri, Sat 25, 26, 27 April. This will take place in Merchistoun Hall, Horndean at 7.30pm.

Tickets cost £6 and are available on the door or from Horndean Post Office.

For an event that hits the sweet spot, stir in some BrownSugar Denmead based businessman Martin Bargent has been running event management company BrownSugar Events for over 3 years and has also been a key member of the team organising Blues at the Fort, one of the most successful Real Ale and Music festivals on the South Coast.

BrownSugar are best known however as creators of the successful ladies lifestyle exhibition, The All Woman Show.

Now Martin is about to launch a number of Hen Party Experiences. These include being a Pop Star for the day with a professional recording of your own CD, a chauffeur driven limousine trip to the shopping centre of your choice and a makeover with a before and after photo shoot.

There are eight themed special occasion parties in total, with more to be added. These can be mixed and matched for the perfect day and night. There is also a choice of entertainment from the world of music, magic and comedy.

You can relax, enjoy your hen party and not worry about the arrangements and by using local contacts the experiences are great value.

To make your hen party the one they’ll remember, call Martin on 02393 200114 or visit www.brownsugarevents.biz

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Information Day and activities for Children with Disabilities 11am – 2pm, Saturday 9 Feb 2013 at Merchistoun Hall in Horndean For more information visit www.merchistounhall.co.uk Merchistoun Maker’s Market A unique mix of beautiful arts, crafts and local home produce on first Friday of each month from 9am – 12 noon. For more information contact Kate Sadler on 07547 672 015 Email k8sadler@hotmail.com Facebook – Merchistoun Makers’ Market Youngstars Drama Group present Thoroughly Modern Willy at Cowplain Social Club on Wednesday 20 February (7.30pm), Thursday 21 February (7.30pm), Friday 22 February (7.30pm) and Saturday 23 February (1pm). £5.00 per ticket. For Tickets contact Sue - on 07884078059 or Pam - on 07790349876. Or purchase every Monday eve at the Cowplain Social Club 6.30-8.00 (or on the door but please book in advance). Supporting local charity Hannah’s Holiday Home Appeal.

Waterlooville Probus Club Tuesday 12 March 2013 - Conversation, lunch, interesting talks and occasional outings for retired or semi-retired professional or business men and women. Meetings are held in the private function room at the Mead End Inn, Denmead on the second Tuesday of the month at lunchtime. After lunch at the Mead End Inn, Denmead, Paul Kennington will talk about 'the Household Cavalry.' Lunch details from Colin Cox on 023 9259 4112 Full information is shown on our website www.waterloovilleprobusclub.hampshire.org.uk

FitBeat 2013 – 1 June 2013 – A celebration of fitness and local sport for all the family. With Olympiad Challenges and It’s a Knockout! Venue: Emsworth Park organised by Innovations Fitness. www.fitbeat.co.uk Historical Reading Group At Waterlooville Library 6.30 - 8.30 pm on 25 February, 25 March and 22nd April (further dates to be announced). If you are interested in joining please give your details to a member of library staff or email the library at waterlooville.library@hants.gov.uk or telephone 023 9225 2608 Comedy All Stars – Barton Hall, Horndean - Friday 22nd March. Food from 7pm, Doors 7:30pm, Show starts at 8:30pm. A host of faces off the telly once again grace the stage of Barton Hall, Horndean: A brilliant night of comedy for just £10 in advance, or £15 on the door.

Tickets from: Laura’s Kitchen, Havant Park, The Old Sweet Company, Waterlooville Precinct, Horndean Technology College, Horndean. Or online at: http://www.wegottickets.com/event/199679

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June 8-16 Waterlooville Music Festival in its eighth year takes place from Saturday June 8th16th.

As in previous years Market Place Music fills the town with music on the first Saturday and St George’s holds its Summer Fete that day too. In the evening there is the Dragon Jazz Festival with two acts and a real ale bar.

On the Sunday singers will be invited to come and sing in a ‘Hymns and Pimms’ evening with audience participation. It is hoped to run a ‘choose your favourite hymn’ on line beforehand, so keep an eye on the address below.

Throughout the week there are free lunchtime concerts, schools concerts and workshops as well as an exciting evening programme finishing up with The Last Night of the Proms. A new piece of music has been commissioned for the Festival and will be performed during The Last Night. More of that anon!

Tickets are £6 for the evening concerts (£5 in advance) and £7 for the Last Night of the Proms. There is a passport ticket costing £25 which will get you into all the concerts bar the Last Night of the Proms. Our online booking office opened on February 1st at www.waterloovillemusicfestival.org.uk Look out for special offers! ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||

WOODLAND FESTIVAL in PARK WOOD London Road, Waterlooville (between Wallis Road and Queens Road) SATURDAY 11 MAY 2013 10am to 4pm Friends of Park wood are holding a woodland festival to celebrate everything to do with woodland. There will be a variety of stalls and entertainment, with activities for children.

This free day is for the community and being run by the community so come along and find out more about YOUR local wood.

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EASTER EGG HUNT in PARK WOOD

London Road, Cowplain (between Wallis Road and Queens Road) SUNDAY 31 MARCH – 12.30 Come and join the Friends of Park Wood in an Easter Egg hunt in the woods.

Interested? Then contact 023 9226 6418 for a ticket. £1 per person. (Free to members) - www.park-wood.org

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WATERLOOVILLE BRIDGE CLUB Waterlooville Bridge Club has recently moved to the Pastoral Centre at the Sacred Heart Church, London Road, Waterlooville.

The club outgrew its former location at Horndean and is now located at the spacious Pastoral Centre where there is ample parking space.

The club has over 60 members and plays on Thursday evenings. They pride themselves Although the club does not offer on being a friendly and welcoming club for lessons, they can put beginners in touch bridge players of all abilities. They welcome with people who do. new members who have a basic Each year, the club arranges short understanding of bridge. bridge holidays at Bournemouth, Worthing and Eastbourne.

Bridge is the ideal past-time for young and old to keep the brain cells working and to meet interesting people.

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Hor ndean Pre-School Horndean Pre-School had a great day at Keydell Nursery in Horndean. They enjoyed a snack time in the coffee shop

before going to see the donkeys. They really enjoyed the talking polar bear and the many other attractions on offer.

Photograph by Sheryl Etherington

Postcode Publications Welcome Hands welcomes back traditional home help services the other things seem to be lacking. The

A number of years ago home help services were common place in our community. They were a life line for many people and meant that people could stay in their homes and live safely and independently, knowing that they would get a regular visit from a familiar face, who would help them with things that they were finding difficult.

Sadly now, with so many cut backs and changes to our services this type of support seems lacking in many areas.

Working in the health and support sector for 15 years I have witnessed these changes and the impact it has on people and their families. Two years ago I decided to do something about this and "WELCOME HANDS, traditional home help services" was born!

Welcome Hands, is a home help service that is flexible, tailored to suit the needs of the individual and has a practical, common sense approach. When I did some research on what type of service people want all these things were highlighted. They also said that help with personal care was easy to find, but finding someone to help with all

biggest issue for people was continuity of service and not having lots of different people coming in to their home. They wanted to see the same person on a regular basis. I agree that this is vital for building relationships and making sure that people feel at ease with allowing someone in their home. We already visit some people in this area but realise that there is a growing need for this type of service, especially in the rural community, and we want to raise awareness that there is help out there for those who need it.

We are a husband and wife team, therefore are able to do many things to meet the needs of our clients. We don't write support plans as we believe that peoples needs change and their support changes with them. There are no typical days for us, it can vary from shopping, domestic chores (yes we can clean windows, do some ironing and change the bed sheets!) escorting to appointments and social events, gardening, home maintenance and DIY, but the list is a never ending one.

We also offer a sitting service to give full time carers a break, and companionship/well being visits were we can pop in for a cuppa and chat.

We work with people from all situations from busy families to the elderly and everyone in between! We have no criteria for our service, the basis for what we do is that we are happy to help.

If you would like any further information then please contact me.

Sonya North (Welcome Hands)

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New Crime Reading Group at Waterlooville Library Waterlooville Library has launched a new Crime Reading Group which meets on a monthly basis Meetings: 18 February, 18 March and 15 April between 6.30 – 8.30pm at Waterlooville Library. If you enjoy reading

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crime novels or would like to explore this as a new genre of reading please contact us.

For further details or to express an interest in joining this group please contact Waterlooville Library. waterlooville.library@hants.gov.uk or telephone 023 9225 2608.

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HFP Business Contacts Club with Federation of Small Businesses With our speaker from the Federation of Small Businesses, members of the HFP Business Contacts Club enjoyed the last edition of PO7 & PO8. If you own a small business in the area and would like to extend your local contacts, join us at our next meeting on Thursday 28 February.

Held at the Food Fiend Cookery School, there will be delicious accompaniments to the business agenda! Call Sally for more details on 07973 802189

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Hypnotherapy Uncovered A regular feature on local restaurants for your enjoyment by: Sally Johnson

shalimar

A New Year, A New You!

INDIAN RESTAURANT & TAKEAWAY Shalimar Restaurant, 9 Hambledon Parade Waterlooville PO7 6XE 023 9225 1565 or 023 9226 2095 www.shalimarrestaurant.co.uk

Massalla and the most amazing Spicy Lemon Seabass. I’ve had prawn curries in my time but the range of Seafood dishes at Shalimar would impress any fish lover. The Seabass fillet was deliciously different, with a light, fresh taste…and yes, there were just two of us! These were served with a Mushroom Rice which was frankly a delicious meal in itself.

My favourite dish? The Bengal Chicken from the spicy side of the table but everything else came a very close second!

For non meat-eaters, there were fish and vegetarian meals. For nut allergy sufferers (a subject of particular interest to my family) the menu was clearly marked and Raj talked us through the ingredients in each dish.

You can opt for their Takeaway service but then you’d miss out on the atmosphere which, even on a Wednesday evening, was friendly and vibrant. Or you can plan ahead and organise your own special party there…and on our experience, you will be very well looked after!

Note from my husband: The Shalimar serve draught beer as well as bottled beer and a range of wines from around the world at reasonable prices…to wash down probably the best Biriani he’s ever tasted.

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A New Year A New You !

Jan Page DipHSH BA Hons Psyc

It was different from previous occasions that I’d been to the Shalimar in Waterlooville. The last time was a family meal out with my teenage sons and before that a fun charity auction at the Shalimar raising money for the Rowans Hospice. Tonight was a relaxing, candlelit dinner with my husband and I was really looking forward to it. Raj was our fabulous waiter who helped us choose different and interesting meals from the extensive menu…specialities that the Shalimar do so well.

Raj recommended a range of dishes to satisfy my husband’s insatiable appetite for hot and spicy food, combined with something for my more delicate palate!

Our starter was the House Speciality, a medley of onion bhaji, chicken chat and vegetable samosa made extra special by a delicious, tangy Tamarind sauce.

Next came a positive feast! Naga Chicken (cooked in a naga chilli pickle with fresh herbs and ground spices) and Bengal Chicken (chargrilled with peppers, onions and chillies)…for the hot and spicy side of the table. Then Hyderabad Biriani (chicken, spinach, green chillies, spices and savoury rice), Chicken Tikka

“Look into my eyes, look into my eyes” are often the words that spring to mind when you hear the word, hypnosis. In actual fact, professional hypnotherapy for the treatment of life debilitating conditions is quite different from the TV image or stage spectacle.

Contrary to popular belief, a hypnotherapist will not make you, ‘cluck like a chicken’ or forget everything that has taken place, in fact just the opposite, the best results are achieved when the client takes an active role in the therapy.

Hypnosis is, in reality, a very natural state; we all experience it at least twice a day, just before falling asleep and waking up.

It’s that half state when you’re not quite awake and not quite asleep, just really relaxed and feeling too comfortable to move.

Meditation, mindfulness and hypnosis all fall on the same side of the coin, similar states of consciousness, but achieved in slightly different ways.

When in the relaxed state of hypnosis we access the same part of the brain that creates dreams and stores memories, the subconscious; it is here that therapeutic change becomes possible, as we replace negative habits or behaviours with the positive ones you have consciously chosen.

So if you’re in need of positive change, whether for healing or enhancing performance, why not give hypnotherapy a try; you’ll be amazed at the power of your own mind.

Jan Page DipHSH, BA Hons Psyc Contact – Tel: 023 9226 4464 Mob:07899 976291 www.serenityhypnotherapy.info Serenity Hypnotherapy For the life you want to live…

• Depression • Anxiety • Confidence • Weight Loss • Fears, Phobias • Sleep, Stress Whatever your issue, hypnotherapy can help to produce positive, lasting change www.serenityhypnotherapy.info

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As a Mum, I’d walk on hot coals to find a cure Helen Bailey is very proud of her daughter, Emma, who is a Young Ambassador for JDRF (Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation). Emma has Type 1 Diabetes which affects her life on a daily basis.

Helen puts her claim: “As a Mum, I’d walk on hot coals to find a cure…” to the test in a Firewalk on 16 February 2013 to raise funds for more research. She has organised the event with a professional organisation specialising in charity fire walks, with refreshments and entertainment during the evening.

To find out more about the event (whether you’re reading this before or after Helen has walked on hot coals!) and to support Helen in her dramatic efforts please visit: http://www.jdrf.org.uk/get-involved/joinin-an-event/weird-andwonderful/supporter-fire-walk-amesbury.

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Thank you from Hannah’s Appeal…

All at local charity, Hannah’s Holiday Homes Appeal, would like to thank everyone out there who helped make their Giving Tree such a huge success.

“Throughout November our door bell nearly ran out of batteries! Presents of all shapes and sizes arrived, beautifully wrapped and tagged awaiting their delivery to the Piam Brown ward at Southampton General.

Back in 2003 whilst Hannah was in hospital for some treatment, she received a "Giving Tree" present. She was so surprised that complete strangers had thought about her whilst out shopping, that it became one of her favourite presents of that Christmas.

She then asked if we could organise one for the following year for all the children she had befriended.

Sadly Hannah passed away the following September so never managed to fulfil this wish. Her Brother Adam who was then only 9 asked if we could still do a Giving Tree in memory of Hannah. So Hannah and Adam's Giving Tree was born with first one in 2004. Each year since then, we receive a list of newly diagnosed children. This year had over 109 on it (and that's just at the Southampton General). http://www.hannahsappeal.org

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