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FOURTH ORGANISED BEACH CLEAN UP

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The Final Straw Solent's 4th organised Beach Clean at The Ferry Boat Inn, Hayling Island in Association with Surfers Against Sewage

Scrumpy Bob’s Column

One hundred and eight volunteers collected over a hundred bags of litter and micro-plastics The Final Straw Solent was thrilled to welcome a hundred and eight amazing volunteers from all areas of the Solent to their fourth big beach clean at the Ferry Boat Inn, Hayling Island on Friday, 4th May, was held in conjunction with Surfers Against Sewage. Volunteers came ready for action, armed with litter pickers and gloves ready to make a difference to this

beautiful length of coast line. Friends and family, young and old, helped to remove a huge amount of litter and plastic debris on the beach front.What they collected was shocking. Recent reports had suggested that the area had high levels of micro-plastic, small fragments and pieces of plastic less than 5mm long that are often the result

of large pieces of plastic that have been broken up. The campaign also expected to see lots of ‘Nurdles’ - tiny bits of plastic, about the size of a lentil, that are used in the manufacture of plastic items and get washed out of factories into sewers. Collecting these tiny pieces of plastic is important work, but it is not an easy task… (contd on page two)

We are encouraging all local businesses to get in touch with us to see how your business can join the Final Straw Solent, and help reduce your singleuse plastics consumption and create change and all along the Solent. Trying to avert and reduce the plastics crisis can all feel a bit overwhelming, so at the Final Straw Solent we have decided that we need to focus on the small local changes that can create global change. Here are four easy steps that everyone can take: • REFUSE PLASTIC STRAWS - Most people do not need a straw, and if you do then why not use a paper, wheat or bamboo straw or reusable metal one. If you are offered a straw in a cafe, bar or restaurant, just say ‘no thanks!’. • USE REUSABLE BAGS - Plastic bags are not

very strong anyway and can get blown into the countryside, waterways or the sea so easily. There are loads of interesting, cool, fun or pretty reusable fabric shopping bags around, so why not take one of those with you every time you go shopping, rather than asking for a plastic one? • USE REUSABLE WATER BOTTLES Single-use plastic bottles are expensive to produce, use up valuable natural resources to make and transport and create mountains and mountains of waste once we’ve gulped down the contents. And re-cycling’s not the answer either, here in the UK an estimated 800 plastic bottles a MINUTE are either ending up in landfill or as litter, which will too often make its way into our waterways and out to sea. We can all help with this by purchasing a re-usable water bottle.

• INVEST IN A REUSABLE COFFEE CUP In the UK, we use and dispose of seven MILLION coffee cups a day. Only 1% are recycled! Get yourself a good reusable cup, if you are a regular ‘take-out coffee’ person it will make a big difference. Put simply, if it’s plastic or wrapped in plastic, think about viable alternatives. Refuse that straw and any other unnecessary plastic, spread the word and help save our planet! We hope that people will follow this campaign with earnest and join us for our next organised beach cleans, and that it will have a positive impact on our environment and change peoples’ views on their consumption of single-use plastic. Please find the Final Straw Solent at www.finalstrawsolent.org

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The volunteers spread out with their purple bin bags and started collecting as much of the plastic as they could. It was an inspiring sight, just having people together walking the beach and collecting rubbish was fantastic and great for raising awareness of the issue. It became apparent early on that collecting all these tiny pieces by hand was not going to make a significant difference to this area due to the vast amounts of Nurdles present in the seaweed and sand. After consulting with David Jones, founder of Just One Ocean and photographer and advisor to the critically acclaimed film 'A Plastic Ocean', the team decided that the best way to remove the Nurdles was to start shovelling. It was back-breaking work, but the only way to remove the huge amounts of micro-plastic and Nurdles in some areas. Bag after bag was collected and it still was heartbreaking how much was left behind. In the end over 100 bags of rubbish were collected off this beautiful beach. Over 100 bags of litter and micro plastics that are safely removed and can not cause any damage to our local wildlife. In fact, there were so many bags that the amazing team at Norse SE had to do two runs to remove them all!

Bianca Carr, Final Straw Solent Founder, was thrilled with the turn-out. “This has been such an inspiring event.The sheer volume of micro-plastics that we have found is galling, however we have made a big impact on this section of beach today.There is much more to be done and we will be back here for more clean-ups in the near future.There have been so many families with young children all getting stuck-in to the clean-up today, it’s really uplifting.We’ve all just got to do what we can to help, both with cleanups and with reducing the amount of plastic waste we create at home – it’s all about awareness and making environmentally sensitive choices.We are really grateful to everyone that has come to help today, great work guys!”. The team at the Final Straw Solent would like to thank all of the volunteers that came along to the event - the local support has been incredible – and also Norse for their generous donation of litter pickers, gloves, bags and help, the Meridian Centre at Havant for storing much of this essential gear, Havant Borough Council for their continued support and Solent Sky Services for their fantastic photos.

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The Broomfield Schools Photographic Competition

Overall Winner in the Chichester Harbour category: ‘Skating on thin ice’ by Isaac Forster J3

Overall Winner in the Open Category: ‘Under the Covers’ by Hazel Morgan F6

See story and full list of winners on page eighteen

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Alan Mak MP

Report on my work locally and in Westminster This year the NHS celebrates its 70th anniversary, and as we look ahead to the future at this historic milestone we should be looking at how technology can improve services for patients. That’s the argument I made in a report that was published by leading think-tank the Centre for Policy Studies in May, which was endorsed by the Health Secretary Jeremy Hunt. My report sets a target that by the 80th anniversary of the NHS in 2028 all interactions within the health service will be digitally driven. The full report can be downloaded from my website at alanmak.org.uk/NHSReport In the constituency, I recently met with Emsworth in Bloom, as they got their colourful floral displays ready for the summer season. Run by Sheila Morris and her dedicated team, they have planted a number of delightful flowers all around Emsworth, which have proved popular with residents and even bring in visitors from across the area. Having seen them in action over the last few years, and seeing the difference their efforts are making to the town, I donated £500 to pay for a new planter outside the Emsworth

Surgery in the town centre. Groups such as Emsworth in Bloom, is one of the reasons why this year I’m planning to run an expanded Community Groups and Older Persons Information Fair in the Havant Meridian Centre. Building on the success of the Older Persons Fair on Hayling Island for the last two years, this event, taking place on Friday 3 August between 10am and 2pm, will be the perfect opportunity to showcase the best community groups in the constituency. So whether you want to find out about a volunteering opportunity, a community project or social group, then come along on the day to find out more. Don’t forget nominations are now open for my 3rd Havant Small Business Awards.Whether it's a favourite cafe, pub or restaurant, a tradesman who has gone the extra mile, or a local business leader or apprentice who has inspired you, all nominations are welcome. I’m already looking forward to seeing the nominations for this year and I encourage everyone to visit my website alanmak.org.uk/nominate to find out more.

Another Successful year for Emsworth Arts Trail

For the third year running 8-year-old Eleanor Maxted (above) visited all the artists on the Emsworth Arts Trail, spending the pocket money she had saved up during the year. She is pictured here at Marion Forester’s home studio in Kings Road, Emsworth.

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Come rain or shine the Emsworth Arts Trail 2018 bought art loves out in droves. Artists and makers welcomed hundred of visitors each day to their studios and venues throughout the town in a blaze of colour and a spirit of creative adventure. People came from near and far to see an incredible range of art work; from printmakers to wood-turners, paper cutters to ceramicists, painters and jewellers, textile artists and glass fusers, there was a wealth of creativity on display at every turn of the trail. Recent years have seen this event grow in popularity with close to one hundred artists participating in this year’s trail. Local businesses also join in the artistic fortnight by giving artists window or wall space to display their work for all to see. “All the venues on the trail are located within the town, or just on the outskirts,

which really appeals to our visitors,” explains Carol Price, Chairman of the Emsworth Arts Trail. “Many people walk or cycle with friends and family to meet artists and visit their studios. We even have some dedicated art lovers that visit every venue over the two weekends.” For the last three years running, Eleanor Maxted (aged 8) and her mum Alex visit every artist exhibiting on the Emsworth Arts Trial. During the year Eleanor saves up her pocket money to spend on the Trail and happily takes her time looking at all the work, choosing cards and talking to each of the artists. Eleanor explains; "I love the arts trail a lot because I really enjoy art and it's really fun. I have just done the whole arts trail for the third time running. I'm often inspired by the art work which means I like looking at the work for inspiration

for my own art, and it's very enjoyable to do." Another person going the extra mile is Robert Underhill (pictured below). Robert came from Australia to helping his friend and fellow knot tyer Ken Yalden during the trail. Robert and Ken are members of the International Guild of Knot Tyers. Robert was hoping to get ideas about the event for taking back home to Oz.

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Must Visit Restaurant consultant Ben Heath shares his expert opinion on the Must Visit places to eat in the area

36 On the Quay 47 South St, Emsworth PO10 7EG

Restaurant consultant Ben Heath shares his expert opinion on the Must Visit places to eat.

For lovers of true fine dining, we are extremely fortunate to have such an exquisite restaurant right on our very door step. Just a short walk from the main square, nestled along the beautiful Emsworth Harbour sits 36 On The Quay one of my absolute favourite restaurants, and arguably one of the finest restaurants Hampshire has to offer This beautifully situated restaurant with its traditional sophisticated décor and pleasant ambiance are a true asset to our choice of dining in the area. Not just another meal out, 36 On the Quay is special and this is apparent as soon as you are warmly greeted. From the moment you arrive at 36 On the Quay until the time you leave, you will experience the true meaning of the term ‘fine dining’... No corners are cut to provide you with an incredible dining experience.

The service at 36 On the Quay is nothing short of faultless! Attentive and knowledgeable waiting staff will elegantly deliver each delectable course, with a good knowledge of accompanying wines, and refreshingly possessing an impressive understanding of the menu. The absence of a Michelin star at this restaurant has me rather perplexed; I have dined at many Michelin star establishments and the food here is certainly of Michelin star standard on every level, not only on par with, but surpassing many I might add. Serving good quality locally sourced ingredients, cooked and seasoned to absolute perfection and expertly presented by the extremely talented head chef Gary Pearce. Gary undoubtedly masters the definition of good food, and evidently has a vast knowledge of which flavours perfectly complement each other and 36 On the Quay is without a doubt, run with absolute passion

for fine dining, and is the perfect place for both a special occasion and for people who favour fine cuisine. I would urge readers to put 36 On the Quay right to the top of your must try restaurants, it is an experience you would not want to miss… The menu at 36 On the Quay is seasonal (as it should be) and offers both an a la carte and a tasting menu, with the a la carte ranging from £47.95-£57.95 per person and their 8 moments tasting menu costing £65 per person. They are open for lunch and dinner Tuesday-Saturday, and booking is highly recommended, and essential if booking the tasting menu on a Friday or Saturday. Do you know a restaurant you believe is worthy of making one of my Must Visit places to eat? Drop me an email and you could see your favourite eatery recommended here: b.heath@postcodepublications.com

Community First and Community Action Fareham join forces

Community First and Community Action Fareham completed their merger on 1st April 2018. The new organisation will continue to be known as Community First

and now provides services and support to the community and voluntary sector across East Hampshire, Fareham, Havant and Winchester and also delivers essential community transport services in Basingstoke & Deane and Gosport. Whilst it remains a challenging time for many charities, this merger demonstrates a commitment to serving and supporting local communities enabling the organisation to consolidate its management and back office functions whilst retaining and investing in its local delivery teams. There are no changes to services but there are clear opportunities to share expertise and innovation across a wider part of Hampshire. The new organisation will expand its training offer to

the sector, with a new and exciting apprenticeship programme building leadership and management skills in charities; seek to expand the successful Home Help services in Fareham and other health and well-being services work with Hampshire County Council to provide innovative and effective solutions to maintaining community transport services. The merger was driven by a desire to improve the impact and reach of the voluntary and community sector. The new organisation will continue to maintain close links with local groups and be responsive to their needs, whilst also looking outwards to ensure that new funding opportunities are pursued to the benefit of local communities.

This is particularly important in the context of rapidly changing health services. Community First is already engaging and influencing new models of care and as a larger, strategic organisation has the ability to build long term partnerships and unlock funding to make social prescribing an inherent part of these new models of care.

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What delays in cancer diagnosis & treatment can mean Cancer has been in the news a lot lately: 1. Patients with cancer symptoms are not being referred quickly enough. 2. Breast cancer screening failures saw 450,000 women not sent letters. 3. Tessa Jowell’s death from brain cancer. Quite simply, delays in cancer diagnosis means delays in treatment. It can also mean shortened life expectancies, more invasive treatments and even death. Melanie Lidstone Land, head of Medical Negligence at Swain & Co Solicitors, was really affected by the breast cancer screening failure. Here she tells us why: “My mother died of breast cancer. It was very quick. She never got to see me get married. She never held my children in her arms. My aunt is in remission from breast cancer. You cannot fail to see that there is a family history. And of course, I am hyper vigilant and constantly worrying. I approached my GP to see if I could

access early screening as I believe that my family history supports this. But, the NHS does not agree. Like you, I have to wait until I am fifty. So we trust in the NHS with all their statistics, there computer systems, and their screening programmes. But what if the system fails? You’re waiting for the letter to drop through your door, relying on the system telling you when the time is right – only, it never comes. Forty-five thousand women were not sent screening letters. What if you are one of those, and you have breast cancer now? You will have questions you need answering, you will be angry, and you will think ‘what if’. If you have lost a loved one, a wife, a mother, a sister, a daughter, you will be feeling this too. And, you will want answers. We hear over and again how the government has a Committee for this and a Think Tank for that. • Who was reviewing the statistics? • Who was monitoring the system?

• What is being done to prevent this happening again not just with breast cancer but with other early detection and screening initiatives? The Institute for Public Policy Research (IPPR) has questioned why a fall in the number of women getting screened did not raise any alarms. Why was the IT mistake not spotted earlier? Delay in cancer diagnosis leaves a devoted wife heartbroken. A wife is left heartbroken after a delay in cancer diagnosis leaves her widowed. Our client and her husband were a team. He did the DIY and the garden, she adored his company. After several visits to the doctor, our client’s husband was misdiagnosed. When his oesophageal cancer diagnosis finally came, it was too late. If diagnosis happened

By Melanie Lidstone-Land

earlier, treatment given would have been to rid him of cancer. Instead, treatment was given with a view to postponing inevitable death. It is that real. Delays in diagnosis of cancer and misdiagnosis costs lives. It alters surgery and treatment pathways.

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CRAFT BEERS - It’s in the Can! By David Harris, Member of the British Guild of Beer Writers - Email: mydogisfinn@gmail.com

You may well have noticed that more and more of your favourite craft beers are now available in cans. This is nothing new as canning is an early C19 invention originally developed to enable the military to have supplies of food which would not go off. Traditionally beer has been bottled since the C17 and has been available in cans since the 1930’s. Ring pulls were invented in the early 1960’s and the stay tab, which is not discarded when the can is opened, came into use in the 1970’s. However canned beer has had a certain stigma and for a long time cans tended to be used for the cheaper types of lagers. The migration from bottles to cans began in the USA in 2002 and now many British craft brewers offer their brews in cans. There are many reasons why brewers are starting to can beer. Firstly, a can is much lighter than a bottle which makes shipping costs much cheaper. This is a major factor if you are exporting beer or sending it all around the UK. Secondly, aluminium cans are easy to recycle and have considerable scrap value. A tonne of aluminium is worth £250 whereas a tonne of mixed glass (cullet) is only £12. Thirdly, cans completely protect beer from being “light struck”, a phenomena which can create off flavours in beer which has been in direct contact with sunlight. This is why most beer bottles are brown as dark colours are less likely to let in light as opposed to clear or green bottles. Fourthly, cans are light to carry home from the shops and are less likely to damage if dropped. They are also easier to take out with you. Fifthly, discarded cans don’t cause any damage whereas broken glass is dangerous. Cans can also be

put in household recycling bins whereas bottles have to be taken to bottle banks. Finally many brewers are taking advantage of the surface area of a can to commission bold artworks to decorate their brews. Many beers come in very striking abstract multi-coloured cans which really stand out on the shelves. The above arguments should convince most brewers to adopt canning. However there are a few disadvantages. Firstly, a canning line is very expensive to set up and represents a big investment for a brewery. Small breweries who do not have the finance or space can sub-contract canning to a larger brewery and there are even mobile canning contractors who will visit your micro-brewery. Many very small breweries still bottle beer by hand and probably will continue to do so. Secondly, cans are still associated with cheap bargain beers whilst bottles are seen as a sign of tradition and quality. Thirdly, cans warm up more quickly than bottles although they do chill down much faster. Fourthly, cans tend to be available in a limited range of sizes. In the UK almost all canned craft beer seems to

come in 330 ml cans whereas beer bottles come in 330 ml and 500 ml sizes and sometimes even 568 ml (1 pint). There is also a myth that cans may impart a metallic taste to beer. This may have been the case many years ago but today cans are lined with a very thin epoxy layer which keeps the liquid from being in direct contact with the metal. Another minor point is that once a can has been opened it cannot be re-sealed whereas a bottle can be closed. This may mean that bottling is a better option for very strong beers such as barley wines and imperial stouts. As I was putting this article together a sample of some US canned craft beers arrived and I thought it would be interesting to include my tasting notes with this article on canning. The beers were brewed by Six Point Brewery, Brooklyn, New York and are imported into the UK by Heathwick. Six Point started in 2004 and the name comes from their symbol, the ancient six pointed brewers star. Their motto is “Beer is Culture”, well who would argue with that? The beers I am reviewing below are Six Points core offering but they also brew a wide variety of other styles of beer including Kolsch, Porter, Gose and Barrel aged Rye. Six Point The Crisp Pilsner 5.4% abv. This beer is made with German Tettnang and Hallertau hops and Cargill Pilsner malt. It pours a golden colour and has a biscuit aroma. This beer certainly lives up to its name with a crisp, dry flavour which is far removed from the mass market industrial lagers. This is a very fine beer which is neither sour nor bland. I think you could drink this with most meals or on its own. Six Point Sweet Action Ale. 5% abv. This beer pours a copper colour, has a peachy nose and is full of flavour with tangerine and lemon predominant. The beer

is made with barley, wheat, and flavoured with El Dorado and Simcoe hops. Sweet Action refers to a short-lived women’s magazine which was published in Brooklyn. This is an easy drinking beer which would go well with Asian food. Six Point Bengali IPA 6.6% abv. This is a big beer in terms of flavour and strength. Personally I find beers over 6% abv. a bit heavy going, especially with a meal. The beer has a citrusy, grapefruit aroma and a massive, intensely citrus taste, a bit like undiluted orange squash. In the US these “hop bombs” are very popular but the very strong flavours may not be to everyone’s taste. Six Point Resin Indian Imperial Indian Pale Ale (IIPA) 9.1% abv. First, there was India Pale Ale, then there were stronger versions which were known as Double IPA (DIPAs) and now we have the Imperial (very strong) India Pale Ale (IIPA). One of the things I really like about beer is that it is constantly evolving and new styles are always cropping up. I approached this beer with considerable trepidation but was pleasantly surprised. This golden coloured beer with its lemon peel aroma is actually quite a pleasant drink to sip slowly, perhaps at the end of a meal or as a nightcap. It has a dry, piney, resinous flavour. The beer is rated at 103 IBU (International Bittering Units) Lagers will have 10-20 IBU whilst a stout may be around 50 IBU. 103 IBU is probably the most bitter that a beer can be and still remain drinkable. Special thanks to Six Point Brewery, Heathwick Ltd and Petlow PR for supplying the beers tasted in my article.

RSPB and Barratt extend partnership to give nature a home

A blue tit on a bird feeder enjoys a snack from a garden

A unique partnership between the RSPB and Barratt Homes has been renewed and extended for another three years. The partnership aims to deliver more wildlife friendly housing across the Portsmouth region, helping to give nature a home. Barratt and the RSPB will work together to boost biodiversity and promote wildlife. Through such initiatives as hedgehog highways, wild bee friendly planting and swift

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bricks, the aim of the partnership is to help all forms of wildlife and nature on new housing developments. Over the last 50 years 56% of species have declined while 15% are at risk of disappearing from our shores altogether. With the country’s wildlife continuing to struggle, the ground-breaking partnership between Europe’s largest nature conservation charity and the country’s largest house-builder is setting the benchmark for nature friendly homes. The first three years of the partnership have been a resounding success with both organisations working together to agree best practice on what are the best plants and shrubs to use in gardens, the best times in the year to survey local species and how to make good use of existing nature features on new developments. In addition the partnership is helping home owners by offering guidance and advice on how to help nature thrive.

Welcoming the renewal, Mike Clarke, chief executive of the RSPB, said: “The wildlife we see and hear where we live is important. Having birds, butterflies, bees, hedgehogs and other visitors in our gardens makes us feel good about where we live as well as improving our own sense of well-being. Unfortunately our natural world is in trouble, so it is vital that we look at how construction can be sympathetic to nature and how future communities can welcome wildlife. “For three years the RSPB and Barratt Homes have been working together to create spaces for nature and wildlife, and I am pleased that we will be continuing our partnership for another three years, leading to more new neighbourhoods being designed with nature in mind.” The partnership has received particular praise for designing an innovative new swift brick to support the iconic birds with nesting sites in new homes.

Other awards for the partnership over the last three years have included a What House silver award for best partnership scheme, a BIG biodiversity challenge award for show-home garden designs and a prestigious RSPCA animal hero award. Jon Green, operations director at Barratt Homes Southampton, said: “Our partnership renews our commitment to building great places that provide high quality homes and supports the environment for people and wildlife alike to thrive.

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OUR PRINTER’S SCOOP MORTONS Print has been named Regional Newspaper Printer of the Year for the second year in a row and took first place honours in the Niche Market Newspaper of the Year category at the News awards 2018. The Lincolnshire company - printers of Postcode Publications - impressed judges with the high quality of its print work. Judges praised the Horncastle-based printer for its "stand out" work on these popular titles, commenting on how "some images looked like they were about to fly off round the room". Mortons had achieved "strikingly sharp imagery, so well printed in a portfolio enhanced by the use of quality substrates". For the PJ Award for Niche Market Newspaper of the Year, the criteria was for how well the publications understand and cater for their target audience. The judging panel "loved the fabulous photography, the superb production values and the wonderful imaginative content that hits the spot for bird lovers". Steve Wickwar, Print Director of Mortons Media Group Ltd said: "I'm

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Mortons Technical Manager Gary Pickford (middle left) and Systems Improvement Technician Jimmy Rossington (middle right) collect the 2018 Regional Newspaper Printer Award.

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Spirit-of-the-South, ladies harmony chorus Spirit-of-the-South, a Hampshire based ladies harmony chorus, enjoyed entertaining the ladies of the Hollybourne WI ( also known as the Hollybourne Honeybees.) It was a very busy evening, and they made us welcome, even to the point of putting us in the spotlight, quite literally. Nice though it was, we had to request that the lights be lowered so that we could actually see our new MD, JosieKelly Hiscott. Before singing songs from our repertoire, Gillian Rose-Smith explained how four part harmony comes together, by starting a warm-up song called Gee It's Good To See Ya. One by one the tenor, lead, bass and baritone sections are brought in, and they blend. All clever stuff. Songs that are frequently requested are from the shows. Hallelujah, from Les Miserables, Can you feel the love, from The Lion King and anything by Elvis is always a hit. As this year is the 100th Anniversary of the Suffragettes, we included two songs by way of celebration. Rise Up Women, sung to the tune of John Browns Body, and The Women's Battle Song, sung to the tune of Onward Christian Soldiers, led by Joy Lloyd. Everyone joined in and sang with great gusto. As always, it was a pleasure to share our wonderful hobby with others. We rehearse every Tuesday evening at Havant Methodist Church, Havant, Hants, from 7-30 until 10pm. We also have an Open Evening on the First Tuesday of every month from 7-30 until 9pm - Sandra Strawn, PR for Spirit-of-the-South.

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YOUR MONEY Whether you are new to the workplace or thinking of a career change, selfemployment offers many opportunities. However, it pays to know beforehand about your tax and national insurance obligations. Here we offer some advice to get you started: • The tax year runs from 6th April to 5th April in the following year; • As a self-employed person you will be liable to complete a self-assessment tax return. You must register with HMRC by 5th October following the end of the tax year in which your self-employment starts. The easiest way to do this is online by visiting https://www.gov.uk/login-file-self-assessment-taxreturn/register-if-youre-self-employed or calling the Newly Self-Employed Helpline on 0300 200 3300. You will need your National Insurance number, along with your home and business details; • In order to complete your selfassessment

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you must keep all financial records such as receipts, invoices, and bankstatements. Good record keeping will be essential and there are several software packages designed to help you to keep track of your bookkeeping, such as Xero and Quickbooks Online: • You will pay tax on your business profit. In calculating this amount you are entitled to claim deductions from your business income in respect of any expenses incurred for the purposes of trade; • It is important that you make payments to HMRC on time otherwise you could face a penalty. There are two key selfassessment tax deadlines: 31st January and 31st July. On 31st January you will have to make your ‘balancing payment’ plus your first payment on account. On 31st July your second instalment of payment on account will be due. This is a brief outline of what you should expect. If you would like more information or the opportunity to discuss your plans for selfemployment, we offer a free initial consultation at our office in Havant. Please let us know if this is of interest.

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Ten Public Access Defibrillators (PAD) now installed Thanks to the generosity of the general public and sponsorship from commercial and retail companies, Hayling Community First Responders (CFR) have now purchased and installed 10 public access defibrillators in security box across the Island with 3 more to be installed over the coming months.

These are located at: Premier store on Creek Road St Andrew's church, Southwood Road Lifeboat Inn Surf Shack Café Ferry Boat Inn West Town Inn * St Mary's Church Hall Hayling Hardware Side of Sainsbury’s Northney Recreation Hall Additional PADs are also installed at The Community Centre and Hayling College. To find them all just go onto the South Central Ambulance Service “999 Save a Life” App. this will bring up a map of the Island which will show the locations of all the defibrillators logged with SCAS as well as the nearest one to your actual location.

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https://www.scas.nhs.uk/news/campaigns/savealife/ The installation and ongoing maintenance is undertaken by the volunteer Island CFR group with all income from the donations being spent directly on the purchase of the units themselves. The units are placed on a variety of public and private buildings where their bright yellow/green boxes housing the life saving apparatus inside make them highly visible. Seen installing the latest unit is Hayling CFR co-ordinator Peter Halkyard and CFR Sara Hill * Donated by Postcode Publications “…this gives Hayling more public access defibrillators per square kilometre than any other area in the PO9 and PO11 circulation areas.” Richard Coates FIFireE. FCMI. FJOIFF

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Cricket season under-way with anniversary match From Dave Gorvin, Hayling Island Cricket Club

On Saturday 28th April, the cricket season got underway with two friendly matches against Portsmouth & Southsea. This occasion marked the forty-fifth anniversary of the Hampshire cricket league and was a re-enactment of the first ever league game that took place in 1973. The cricket club were also celebrating the opening of the impressive new clubhouse in Hayling community centre. The weather was kind enough for us to get full games in. The first team batted in difficult conditions and were able to put a score of 95 on the board, Dave Gorvin top scoring with 30. In reply, Portsmouth and Southsea found it difficult to chase down the runs with some impressive bowling from the Hayling unit. Jason Longhurst was the pick of the bowlers as Hayling took the game to a close finish. In the second team match, Hayling bowled first and restricted Portsmouth and

Southsea to 120, long-serving player Andy Shaygen managed to get three wickets and was well supported by the rest of the Hayling bowling attack. Hayling set a good platform with Alex Johnson and new player Rob Gamlin amongst the runs, however they fell short of the target and eventually lost by

twenty runs. With league matches starting in May, prospects look bright across the club. Home matches are taking place on alternate Saturdays (16th June, 30th June), all support is greatly received. We have adult and junior training every

Thursday evening from 6:00pm in Hayling park. To keep track of the club, or if you would like to get involved in any capacity, you can find us on facebook, Instagram, on our website (haylingislandcc.co.uk) or you can email us at haylingcricket@gmail.com

The cricket season is now in full swing with all teams in action on a weekly basis. There have been some very positive performances by both teams and individuals over the opening few games, with wins, losses and even a tied match! The first team recorded their first win of the season against Bramshaw away. Hayling batted first, scoring 244 thanks largely to opening batsman and formidable all-rounder Mike Hallett. He was duly supported by Mike Lever as they put on over 100 for the opening partnership.The rest of the top order contributed well and the innings finished with some quick runs from Stu Barnard (38 runs) and Dave Gorvin (31 runs). Hayling managed

to hold their nerve to win by 11 runs. Mike Hallett setting the tone again to claim four wickets, including the decisive final wicket. On the same day, the second team also got their first win of the season against Old Netley and Highfield.The opening partnership of Jamie Nottage and club secretary Alex ‘Jtrain’ Johnson proved to be extremely fruitful as they put on over 150 runs. Jamie top scored with 94 and Alex played the supporting role with 54 runs. Dramatic scenes occurred when Hayling were fielding, as the ever-green club chairman, Jim ‘chief’ Lever took 5 wickets and only conceded 1 run. Hayling capped off a highly successful display by celebrating long into the night.

A tied match is a rare occurrence in cricket, however Hayling park was the scene of Hayling’s only tied match in recent years. Alex Johnson again provided the bulk of Hayling’s runs when he scored 71 not out as Hayling batted first. Jamie Nottage also scored a well made 50 runs, as Hayling posted 178,. The main drama from the match occurred in the last over of the day when Waterlooville, Hayling’s opponents on the day, needed nine runs for victory. Jamie Nottage was asked to bowl the final over which ended with Waterlooville needed two runs to win. A well aimed yorker and some smart fielding from the Hayling skipper (Tony Watton) ensured that Waterlooville could only score one run.

The outcome was a tied match and handshakes all around. The midweek team have started the season well, with one convincing win and a narrow defeat against Portsmouth and Southsea. Colts sessions are proving very popular with over 20 children regularly attending each week. Any child from school year reception to year six are invited to attend and information can be found on the facebook page. You can follow all of the scored on Hayling’s play cricket website, the facebook page or the Instagram account. For any information please contact via email at haylingcricket@gmail.com

Emsworth Rambling Club Emsworth Rambling Club was formed nearly half a century ago by two keen walkers, Elsie and Bob Smith. Today it remains an unaffiliated local club with members from Hampshire and West Sussex. This year we are celebrating our 45th anniversary. Our main aim is to enjoy walking in our beautiful countryside, taking time to appreciate all that it offers. Over the years the Club members have also enjoyed holidays in the UK as well as mainland Europe. The Cotswolds, Exmoor and other area of the West Country have been explored. Abroad, Italy, Cyprus and Austria have been favourites, especially Snowshoeing in Austria which a small group experienced under the auspices of Bath & West Country Walks. In recent years some members have tackled long-distance walks such as The South Downs Way, which we often traverse in small chunks on our regular local walks. Doing it over 9 consecutive days was a

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different challenge. Next was Offa’s Dyke, done in three stages, staying at B&Bs along the way with our luggage being transported for us. This was followed by The West Highland Way, Circumnavigating the Isle of Anglesey and The Ridgeway. Other recognised paths such as the Clarendon Way, The Wayfarers Way and The LipChis Way have been walked Social events have always been a feature of the club - Skittles; Fish Suppers; Summer BBQ; and an Annual Dinner are some examples. These events enable members who are no longer able to join the walks to keep in touch. Regular walks now take place on Thursdays and Sundays. On Thursdays our walks are around 4/5 miles and we aim to return to Emsworth by 1pm.On these walks we have started our walks locally such as Hayling Island, Prinsted, Walderton, Stoughton and Stansted as well as from places as far afield as Portchester,

East Meon, Slindon, Cocking, Hunston and Whiteways. On Sundays we usually walk 7 /8 miles, taking a picnic lunch. In addition to the local area we have walked in the New Forest, The Isle of Wight and the Amberley/Arundel

areas. We always welcome new members; we normally meet in Emsworth and share transport to the start of the walk. Further information is available from hiltim@btinternet.com

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AFC Prospect Farm Rangers One Team One Goal

After the demise of the Havant Sunday Football league in 2015 a small committee was set up and it was decided that it would be good to form a new club based in the Havant area. A group of players consisting of friends, friends of friends and other players from clubs that were disbanding were invited along to some training sessions. AFC Prospect Farm Rangers (PFR) was formed and affiliated to Hampshire FA and the City of Portsmouth Sunday Football League in the spring of 2016.

Charter Standard status was also achieved by the club during its formation. As the majority of club players and committee are based in the West Leigh / Havant area the club name was based upon the history of the area: Prospect Farm - the farmhouse has a date of 1776 - one of the oldest buildings in the area. It remains on the corner of Prospect Lane and Wakefords Way. Prior to 1865 Prospect Farm was known as Leigh Farm. It was incorporated into the Leigh Park estate under William Stone in 1863. By the

sale in 1936 it comprised 134 acres. During the clubs first season in the City of Portsmouth Sunday Football League, division five, the club cemented a very creditable mid-table finish. The success gained during this first season then laid the foundation for further club success in the following season 2017-2018 in which the club, with the same squad of players, gained promotion by winning the division five title. AFC Prospect Farm Rangers will be looking to gain further success on the field of play during the 2018-2019 season again with the same squad of players. Our club is partially self-sufficient and covers all affiliation costs, playing fees and training fees through player subscriptions. However, all kit and training equipment is purchased through community funding and sports association grants. Community funding and grants are becoming more difficult to source in recent years but these forms of funding are vital to the continuation and expansion of clubs. Therefore we as a club are now looking to find a local business or company to sponsor AFC Prospect Farm Rangers on a long term basis.

Although the club is very proud of its early success we are also more proud of what we have achieved of the field of play, helping others through charity events both locally and worldwide. 11-A-Side Games: Havant academy have kindly agreed to let us use their facilities for a number of games. Last year we only played one to see how it went. This year we are holding charity based 2 hour games on: Sunday 1st July Sunday 15th July Saturday 28th July Sunday 29th July Sunday 5th August Saturday 11th August Sunday 12th August Sunday 19th August We are also planning for the team to have a weekend in Bournemouth on Saturday 28th and Sunday 29th July to play two games against a Bournemouth based Sunday football club.

Cycling Clinic

From Mike Skiffins Portsmouth CTC

Q Do I need to wear a helmet when I'm riding my bike? I see a lot of people who do, and a lot who don't, so I don't know what is best. A The short answer is that the law in the UK doesn't require you to wear a helmet, but as you have noticed, it isn't that simple. If you fall off a bike at 4 mph it's about the same as tripping over a pavement.Your head starts at about the same height, and of course, ends on the floor.We don't wear helmets for walking and running, and after you have learnt to ride a bike the risk of falling is not very different. Helmets are designed to soften the blow and shield the brain from some of the shock if

you do, actually bang your head - and that must be a good idea, particularly with children whose bones are less developed, and older folk whose bones may have become a bit brittle. But it is the people in between who are more likely to be going fast, or riding 'off road' where

concentration on a dodgy surface can mean they fail to spot a low branch of a tree ! So, helmets started to be compulsory for cycle racing (like the Tour de France) and for off road events. Many schools who allow pupils to cycle to school also require the youngsters to use helmets. The design of cycle helmets means they are made of a special thick foam to cushion any impact, but a side benefit is that because this foam is about an inch thick it can protect your face against gravel rash a bit if you end up sliding along the ground. It seems obvious, then, that there should be nothing to debate. The law has to consider wider issues, however, and for example in Australia, when they made cycle helmets compulsory it made many people think that it meant that cycling

must be dangerous, so the number of people cycling reduced. This lack of exercise was bad for the nation's health and although a few cycling injuries were avoided, the adverse effects of inactivity (heart problems, diabetes etc.) increased. It is your decision. People learning to cycle and inexperienced cyclists are a bit less stable: • Children can be a bit haphazard, and are less aware of risk than adults; • Parents and Grandparents going out with children should set an example; • Some groups or organised rides may require participants to wear a helmet. If you have any questions on Cycling or Cycles please write to the editor and we will try to solve them for you.

New Community Club for Waterlooville A new club has been formed to help people in the Waterlooville community to get more experience of cycling on quiet roads as far as possible in their own area. The members will meet on Monday evenings in June and July at one of several start points in and around Waterlooville. Experienced Ride Leaders will encourage riders to explore easily cycled routes in the area, and newcomers will get the opportunity to meet other cyclists in groups of up to a dozen, each ride will last about an hour and a half, will be less than twenty miles, and avoid any steep hills. Here on the edge of the South Downs there is a lot of beautiful scenery to be discovered, riding at a pace that allows everyone to see and enjoy their surroundings. Everyone will be welcome:

• Inexperience doesn't matter, if you haven't ridden for a long time or only just started, you'll be just as welcome. • Children under sixteen are welcome as long as they are accompanied by a parent or authorised adult. Sixteen to eighteen year olds will need to have written authority from their parents. • It doesn't matter what type of bike you ride as long as it is safe to ride, nor what sort of clothes you wear. On a bike, the scenery is constantly changing – not like in a gym! Twenty miles may seem like a huge distance but as they ride more, all riders will find their confidence on the bike increases. Not only being able to handle the bike better, but feeling comfortable on the bike itself and also their position on the road and in traffic.

Just think how many places you could get to on your bike in ten miles each way! There is no charge to go on any of these rides and Cycling UK provides insurance for each rider's first three rides as long as they have completed a short form to register. After three rides, however, if you want to continue you should join and get permanent cover and all the other benefits of membership. The all-important details: Start time : 6:45 pm for 7:00 Rides are scheduled for 18th June, 25th June, 2nd and 9th July.

The start point for each of these will be decided just before this paper is published so please contact Mike@portsmouthCTC.org.uk to find out where your meeting point will be and to let us know you want to come along.

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Havant & Waterlooville FC Promoted to the Vanarama National League By Tim Randall

When their 2017/18 season in the Vanarama National League South ended on Saturday 28 April with a 3-2 win against Concord at the Westleigh, the Hawks had gained promotion for second year in succession. In two dramatic years the Hawks had gone from dismay and disaster to euphoria and joy. This time last year I reported Hawks return to the Vanarama National League South after just one season in the Ryman Premier League having been relegated at the end of the 2016/17 season. One year on, following a very tense end to an exciting 2017/18 season, the Hawks have earned a second successive and hard-fought promotion. This time to the Vanarama National League, the pinnacle of non-league football and Hawks highest ever league status. It places them within one step of membership of the English Football League and just two divisions behind the team up the road! Postcode Publications sports correspondent Tim Randall has spoken exclusively to Trevor Brock, the Hawks Club Secretary and senior board member, about the club’s promotion next season to the Vanarama National League, the top non-league division in England. Mr. Brock said “It has long been our aim to reach the Vanarama National League.The relegation to the Ryman Premier League at the end of the 2015/16 season shook us. It was a big set-back.We had wanted to do well that season

and although we had the basis of good quality local players we decided to recruit some from further afield.That resulted in unrest and disharmony in the dressing room and ultimately relegation. “Having been relegated, the Club stood by Lee (Bradbury). Lee is ambitious and has managed in the English Football League.Together we reviewed everything about the club with the aim of restoring our speciality - team spirit built on good quality local players and a happy dressing room. “For the 2016/17season we retained our best local players and recruited others to strengthen the squad.The dressing room harmony was restored. Lee and his management team continued to receive our full support and we regained membership of the Vanarama National League South at the first attempt. “We started the 2017/18 season aiming to consolidate ourselves back in the Vanarama National League South and give existing players a chance. Our speciality is team spirit. Everyone at the Club responded.The team is all together and is the best we’ve had. It has been built on a strong defence.We were not, however, expecting to achieve a second consecutive promotion. “Getting to the top of the non-league football pyramid, currently to the Vanarama National League, is the biggest step up for a football club at any level. Many teams at this level now are fulltime, but at this Club our players are in other jobs

and want part-time football. The Board here knows what is needed in our newly acquired status and initially we shall continue with our policy of having good quality part-time players. We cannot have some part timers and some full timers. It would not work.” With the Hawks having now attained membership of the top non-league pyramid I asked Mr. Brock where does the club go from here? He said “We must be realistic, but we feel we can be successful.We aim to consolidate and reassess as we move forward. Like any successful organisation we need to keep progressing.We are working hard on the basic needs for the Club to meet in its first season as members of the top league outside of the English Football League.Thankfully no big expenditure is needed at the ground. “The changes we do need to adapt to include: • The extensive travel requirements

throughout the season across the whole of England and Wales. • New contracts for the players.We will retain the existing squad, give them every chance. • Add 2 or 3 National League standard players who we feel can help the team to consolidate and do well in the National League. • New contracts for the management team” Hawks successful season also saw them lift the Hampshire Senior Cup on 18th April at Southampton FC’s St Mary's Stadium with a 30 win against Blackfield & Langley of the Sydenhams (Wessex) with goals from Andy Robinson, James Hater and Jason Prior.They also lifted the Portsmouth Senior Cup at Pompey’s Fratton Park on 17 May with a 3-0 win against AFC Portchester also by 3-0 with goals from James Hayter (2) and Alfie Rutherford.

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Southbourne Men’s Shed New Coach Southbourne Men’s Shed has been awarded £1000 by Sussex Giving Fund at Sussex Community Foundation in it’s latest round of grant giving. The grant will pay for a new coach for their Ride on Railway which they use for raising funds for local groups including the Men’s Shed. The railway that is over 120 feet long has already given pleasure rides at several local events in the past three years but it was in need of a better, safer coach. Men’s Shed Ride-on-Railway can now offer more comfortable smooth rides to hundreds more children of all ages. “We are delighted to have received this grant,” said Douglas Meany, Secretary to Southbourne Men’s Shed. ”It means we can continue to support local community fund-raisers, schools, churches and other charitable groups with our railway and we’re really grateful for the continued support of Sussex Community Foundation and it’s donors.” Southbourne Men’s Shed was opened over three years ago to give local men who have ceased full time employment, a meeting place where they could remain active mentally, socially and physically. It is a not-forprofit, non religious, non political, group of older men who enjoy having somewhere to go and something to do on weekday mornings as they enjoy coffee, cookies and chat in a safe friendly atmosphere. Shedders can sit and chat or use our fully fitted

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Stronger, More Flexible, Pain-Free Readers My name is Natalie March from Physio-logical, a Chartered Physiotherapist based within MyFitness Hub in PO9. Don’t forget we now have a satellite clinic offering physiotherapy, acupuncture and sports massage in Rowlands Castle now too. I hope you found our last self-help exercises for gardening tips and exercises useful. So today’s subject is “I can’t lie on my hip it is too painful” Here is a testimonial from one of our clients who had trochanteric bursitis (hip pain): “I would like to thank the team for the excellent treatment I had on my hip after replacement hip surgery. I was still encountering a great deal of discomfort however with careful exercise and massage releasing all the tightness in the weaker soft tissue I can now walk and do 95% of the activities I did before which is amazing, I can’t thank you all enough” Mrs. M What is trochanteric bursitis? Trochanteric bursitis is a common hip complaint that causes pain and tenderness over the greater trochanter (outside point of the hip). It happens when the trochanteric bursa (fluid filled sac), located between the hip and the muscles and tendons of the outer thighs, becomes irritated or inflamed. Trochanteric bursitis can be caused by: • Activities involving twisting or fast joint movements, such as cycling or jogging

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Previous hip surgery Prolonged pressure on the bursa Overuse Trauma to the outer thigh muscles or tendons • Poor posture What are the symptoms of trochanteric bursitis? People with trochanteric bursitis may have a number of symptoms including: • Pain on the outside of the hip and thigh • Buttock pain • Pain when lying on the affected side • Pain that gets worse during activities such as walking, getting up from a low chair, getting out of a car, sitting with crossed legs or walking up stairs. • Pain when pressing on the outside of the hip. Treatment • Speak to your GP about appropriate pain control/anti-inflammatory medications if the pain is intense and/or affecting your sleep, driving, or ability to work. • Reducing activities such as excessive walking or running for a short period may help to speed recovery • Applying an ice pack (wrapped in a towel to protect your skin) for 10-20 minutes three times a day may help improve your symptoms. • Physiotherapy exercises combined with massage and soft tissue release is the best treatment for trochanteric bursitis. Please be aware of your body and take advice from your GP before exercising or

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A U C T I O N E E R & A N T I Q U E S E N T H U S I A S T H I L A RY B O LT o n E M S W O RT H A U C T I O N S Over the last 20 years I’ve been lucky enough to turn a life-long interest in “old things” into my current day jobs – auctioneering in Emsworth Auctions and running an antiques & collectables shop, Emsworth Antiques Etc. in the town’s West Street. Do you have family heirlooms sitting in drawers which are rarely opened? Selling through the auction can be a great way of swopping older items you don’t really want, for the money to buy something which you do want today. So many of our sellers say they wished they’d taken the step before now, but had just never thought of the money they could take home as a result. One lady recently came to us with silver cutlery and other items she didn’t use and hated polishing. Apparently her husband took some persuading. But when she showed him the £250 result, he said “maybe we should look in the other drawers”. So they did and took home nearly £350 the next month.

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A Balsa wood postcard like those that sold in the June sale

You see, we have plenty of buyers interested in antiques, curios and collectables, who have good money to spend on what they like. And what they like covers a wide variety of antique and collectable goods such as stamps, postcards, cameras, clocks, pens, tools, oil paintings, watches, oriental, silver and gold items – even scrap jewellery and odds. I’m sorry to say that old teasets, vases and plates rarely sell well these days, unless they are exceptional. The last couple of sales provided a good snapshot of what goes down well: An old family postcard album sold for over £400; a silver cigarette case over £60; a small gold mourning ring £100; a brass vesta case + 2 matchbox covers £40; a chest of old dolls & toys total £230; a Regimental sash £64; a vintage Tiffany & Co clock £200 and a pair of 1960s silver candelabra at £350. At auctions the buyers are in competition with each other.The secret of selling well is to leave low - or no - reserves to encourage vigorous bidding. The postcard album had a reserve of £70 but with 2 determined bidders ended at over £400, with a

Mourning ring similar to that sold for£100 in the June sale

Similar to the Vesta sold in June Sale

spontaneous round of applause for the contest. There’s a saying in the trade “it will reach its price” The ‘under-bidder’ (the person whose bid was the last before the successful one) had set his limit at £400. He was disappointed to find that another bidder was prepared to go that little bit higher. Mind you, the seller was really quite pleased at the outcome. I wonder what we’ll have at the next sale. Why not come along and find out? Or get in touch and put something in yourself. Don’t rely on

turning up on the day though; we have to say “sorry” sometimes these days, we get so many Lots. Get in touch in advance to book your lots in.And if you need some help and advice in advance, don’t forget that I make plenty of house-calls to help people sift through their treasures, and the house-calls are free.

www.postcodepublications.com It was a golden sunshine day on the 17th of May as members of The Arts Society Portsdown assembled for a True Gold celebration lunch at historic Stansted House to mark 50 years of NADFAS (National Association of Decorative Arts) now known as The Arts Society. Current Chair, Diana Gough, welcomed the assembled guests and introduced Sue Mullane, Heritage Representative from the Isle of Wight and Hampshire Area. Sue congratulated the Society on having two teams of Heritage Volunteers, one working at Stansted House and the other in the Royal Naval Library in Portsmouth Dockyard, as well as a dedicated team of Church Recorders at St Faith’s Church, Havant.These three teams have, between them, given several thousand hours of their time over the thirty-four years since the Society was founded. In recognition of their contribution, each team leader was presented with a True Gold certificate. A birthday toast was proposed by Janet Williams, President of The Arts Society Portsdown, to 50 Golden Years of NADFAS. After a suitable chinking of glasses, those present enjoyed an excellent buffet lunch including a slice of delicious Celebration Cake. Members were also able to enjoy a tour of Stansted House, both above and below stairs and were delighted with the fascinating stories

Open Exhibition

- From Hazel Shaw

of the people associated with the House as well as the beautiful rooms which invoked times gone by. An added attraction was an exquisite model of the railway station at Rowlands Castle which had been a collection point for Canadian troops headed for the D Day landings in 1943. Another special item of interest to the Society’s members was the page in a commemorative book which recorded the gift from the Society of an English oak tree to the House to mark the Millennium. The buzz of animated conversation between the visitors and the House’s welcoming and knowledgeable room guides was an indication of the enjoyment and interest shown. At 3pm, as all the guests departed and the hubbub died away, one could truly say that the True Gold celebration had been a great success.

Local artists and craftspeople were invited to contribute their work to an Open Exhibition based around the theme of ‘Women, Suffrage and Art’ to celebrate 100 years since women first won the right to vote. Twenty artists entered, with seventeen being chosen to display a total of twentythree pieces of artwork. Following a special private view the winner of the competition for best work on display was announced by Director Sophie Fullerlove. The winning artist was Agata Wojcieszkiewicz with her artwork Labour

(Self Portrait) below. The judging panel included Peter Hammond and Clare Jefferson-Jones, who also curated the exhibition. The Spring would like to also thank Barbara Howard for collating the information on the research boards displayed in the gallery. The exhibition will be available for viewing until Thursday 29 June in the Upper Mezzanine Gallery at the Spring. For more information, please call 023 9247 2700, or visit The Spring’s website: www.thespring.co.uk

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A True Gold Celebration

Helping the Final Straw clean-up As a company committed to the local community and environmental sustainability, Norse South East is proud to support the Final Straw Solent clean-up campaign. Operations Director Peter Vince says; “This initiative is playing a vital role, not only in creating awareness of the waste plastics problem along the coastline and inland but also, significantly, doing something about it. It warrants widespread publicity and we are encouraging our staff, suppliers and customers to get involved.” The company will be providing the necessary litter pickers, collection sacks and disposing of the collected debris from the beaches. Get in touch today using the details below for more information.

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Fred’s Food

Don’t stop Wining Has the Prosecco Bubble Burst?

By Jonathan Rogers of VIN Wine Merchants Emsworth

Our Secret Pizza Recipe

…why we may have got bored with Prosecco… It seems that the trend wheel has turned once more, and our love of Prosecco is about to wind down. Sales of the Italian fizz rose by 5% on the previous twelve months, which is still impressive however its slowest rate since 2011 with previous sales growths reaching double figures. Could this be the start of the decline? I have read mixed industry reports over the last week or so regarding this. One reason could be the fact that supermarkets are over filling their shelves with cheap Prosecco which is in fact devaluing the product. This has turned Prosecco into a more mainstream wine alongside the likes of Pinot Grigio, New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc or Rosé. Another reason and something I have noticed myself is that as our tastes change and our wine knowledge increases, we are happy to spend a few pounds more to get a far superior product with other sparkling wines such as cremants and cava. That’s not say that Prosecco is not a superior product, it is, but you need to spend £9 upwards to get one. I have noticed a huge jump in sales of sparklers from other areas of France, as it seems we want a bit more quality. These areas include the Loire, Burgundy, Alsace and further south in the Languedoc. These wines, Cremant de Bourgogne, Cremant de Loire, etc are all made in the same way as Champagne, i.e. undergoing a secondary fermentation in the bottle, where as Prosecco undergoes a secondary fermentation in the tank. This creates a more softer character on the wine with more biscuit flavours and more elegance. This it seems are the flavours we prefer now. These wines typically cost around the £15 to £20 price mark so don’t need to be considered as a luxury drink but can still be considered for celebrations. We must not forget the rise of English Sparkling wine either. Again, made in the same way as Champagne and with the same grape varieties, sales are expected to grow significantly. We love local produce, and this will continue especially as the quality of English wine gets better and better.

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Domaine de St Rose Pinot Noir Rosé – Languedoc £17.99 Full of summer fruit flavours with a rounded finish.

othing compares to a really good pizza, but the trick is to get the basics right. If you have great dough and a full flavoured, home-made tomato passata, then the rest is easy. There are countless toppings that you can use, or you can keep it to a simple margherita (add mozzarella and a couple of basil leaves), but if the dough and passata are excellent, then you can top with whatever ingredients are seasonal and tasty. Stansted Farm Shop Pizza Dough Ingredients: • 300g Strong Flour • 300g Plain Flour • 120g Brown Flour • 8g Yeast • 16g Sea Salt • 400g Water • 40g Olive Oil Method: 1. Mix all the ingredients into a bowl 2. Knead for 10 minutes 3. Place in a large bowl (it will double in size) and rub oil over the top of the dough, cover and leave in the fridge for at least 2 hours, or overnight. 4. Weigh out into 180g portions and form into balls, dust with flour and leave on a tray at room temperature for 30 minutes to prove. 5. They are then ready to roll out into pizza bases.

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Passata Ingredients • Two tins of good Italian plum tomatoes (or fresh vine ripened tomatoes if you can get them) • 10g salt • 5g sugar • One Garlic clove • Basil stems • 100ml. Red wine vinegar • 30g Tomato paste Method: 1. Combine all ingredients in a pan and simmer for 2 hours on low heat 2. Add water if required

We use a wood fired oven to create serious heat so that the base is crispy, while the toppings and cheese are lightly browned and sizzling as the pizza comes out of the oven. However, you can also use a pizza stone in your oven, or even the solid hob of a range cooker (with the lid down) to get similar results. But you will need to have your oven pre-heated at maximum temperature to get the best results. Then have fun with the toppings – roasted onions and peppers are delicious, along with seasonal ingredients and different cheeses (Asparagus and goats cheese, or wild mushroom?). Salami, pepperoni and wafer thin slices of Parma ham that melt on top are excellent as well.

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much more than just a school

Park Community School news Park Community Team Short-listed for TES Award We are delighted to announce that Park Community School has been short-listed for a national TES (formally Times Educational Supplement) award in Community and Collaboration. The award recognises how we support our local community, and collaborate with other schools, businesses, universities and colleges. The Community and Innovations Team consists of staff from Community, Facilities and Catering Teams and Park Community Enterprises staff who together provide a wide range of services and ensure that we continue to be â€˜Much More Than Just a Schoolâ€™. The TES have recognised initiatives that are unique To Park Community School including - MUNCH, Student Recruitment Agency, extensive opening hours and Park Design and Print.

2018 MUNCH Lunch Dates 2018 12pm - 1.30pm Providing a two course meal without charge for children attending ANY school in Leigh Park who are in receipt of free school meals. All are welcome, including Grans and Grandads. To enable us to continue MUNCH could we ask for a donation towards your meal? We will also be providing Breakfast from 9.00am - 9.30am during holidays. A selection of cereal, toast, fruit, yogurt and even a bacon sandwich will be available.

Summer Holiday

Tuesday 24th July - Friday 31st August

MUNCH Thursday Dinner and Sunday Lunch Join us for dinner on Thursdays Park Community School, 5.30pm - 6.30pm Join us for lunch on The last Sunday of the month A traditional Sunday Lunch and a pudding Park Community School 12.00pm - 1.00pm

This has all been made possible by generous funding from various organisations including; Postcode Publications Ltd, Havant Borough Council and Park Community School.

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The Broomfield Schools Photographic Competition It’s now eight years since Maurice Broomfield, an outstanding industrial photographer died and, as a fitting way of keeping his memory alive an annual competition for pupils in primary schools in and around Emsworth was set up. Suzy, his wife, was particularly pleased about it and helped to get it going in the early years. Latterly, her health gradually deteriorated and, on the penultimate day of 2017, she slipped quietly way.The work she did in the early days established that there was a need for such a competition. The number of schools, the number of years in each school, numbers of photographs submitted by each pupil, all built up. This year was the 7th. Now that both Maurice and Suzy are no longer with us, it was felt the competition should be a memorial to both, which is reflected in the change of title to ‘The Broomfield Schools Photographic Competition’. We are fortunate to have a group of their old friends who are experts in photography for judging and, sponsoring th competition, the Slipper Mill Pond Preservation Association (SMPPA). Winners are chosen from each

School Year, the best of which are the overall winners, and get the top prizes in both an “open” category and one which involves Chichester Harbour and local wildlife. Those who enter really good photos but miss out on the prizes are awarded a ‘Certificate of Merit’. The competition is supported by various groups; the Emsworth Community Association, who provide the venue for the prize giving, the Southern Co-Op who provide refreshments, the Emsworth Arts Trail who help to publicise it and, of course, the SMPPA. The pictures can be seen over the Bank Holiday weekend and, later, year group winners can be seen in the Emsworth Co-op where people can study them while waiting to pay their bills! Nick Broomfield, Maurice’s son was not able to join us this year (he lives in California). Jeff Thatcher (Chair of Judges) and Gill Thatcher did the honours.The atmosphere was happy and we learnt something about how a young photographer should be developing to become an expert. To obtain copies of the entries and of the photographers themselves, contact: photos@smppa.org.uk

Overall Open Winner Hazel Morgan (right) with Hester Robinson Year 4 Open Winner

PrizeWinners Chichester Harbour Year 3 and Overall Winner of Chichester Harbour subject “Skating on Thin Ice” Isaac Forster St James Year 4 “Cloud Five” Lilly Booth Thorney Island Year 5 “Miniature Sea World” George Emery-Oiller Emsworth Year 6 “Jetty” Evie Joyce Thorney Island Merits: Year 3 “Time for a Dip” Isaac Forster St James “Eye to I” Quiola Arthur Emsworth Year 4 “Double Dip” Lilly Booth Thorney Island Year 5 “Tide is out” Harry Morrison Emsworth Year 6 “Fluffy Egret” Alexander Barker Southbourne “Swans” Henry Reeves Funtington “Follow the Swan” Kaydance Booth Thorney Island Open Competition Winners: Year 3 “Webbed Feet” Ethan Judges Funtington Year 4 “Please” Hester Robinson Funtington Year 5 “Icicle Tree” George Emery-Oiller Emsworth Year 6 and Overall Winner of the Open Subject “Under the Covers” Hazel Morgan Funtington Merits: Year 3 “Magical Steps” Quiola Arthur Emsworth Year 4 “What are you Doing?” Hester Robinson Funtington Year 5 “Sun in the Ice” Amelie Plum St James “Reflections of Winter” George Emery-Oiller Emsworth Year 6 “Widget 111” Alexander Barker Southbourne “St Michael’s Mount” vie Joyce Thorney Island “Emsworth through the Hazel Morgan Funtington “Reeds” Schools Prizes: St James Primary School and Funtington Primary School

What a Difference a Day Makes

Pfizer pharmaceuticals company based in Havant has certainly made a difference to many different charities and organisations in the area over the past few years. For two days in April and May, employees from Pfizer took time out of their working day and joined up with the Positive Pathways Project to lend a hand and support worthwhile local community projects. Positive Pathways support local residents in the Havant area who need assistance to volunteer in the community, they have a personal plan created for them to help them reconnect with their community. Team volunteering days are a great way to do this. In April, Pfizer joined Positive Pathways for a day at Billy’s Lake in Denmead, building At Billy’s Lake

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fences and undertaking various conservation tasks at the large site, which is dependent on volunteers to maintain the beautiful woods and lake area. Debbie a volunteer from Pfizer said, “It’s been a very rewarding day and nice to see the difference we have made in just a few hours. I will definitely be volunteering again and would highly recommend people get involved in community projects.” Marion a volunteer from Positive Pathways said, “I found volunteering today very worthwhile, it’s great to feel like I’m achieving something, and nice to get out and meet new people.” The two teams worked tirelessly around the Billy’s Lake site, getting tasks done that would have otherwise taken days to finish. Lillian Wakely from Billy’s Lake said, “the team from Pfizer and Positive Pathways worked so hard and did a fantastic job of building the new fence and helping to clear lots of the brush and saplings around the site. What a lovely group of people.” The second event that Pfizer and Positive Pathways joined up for was helping Waterlooville Girl Guides at their Headquarters to make a shingle path around the building to create better access for the building. They also cut back and cleared the garden ready for the Guides to enjoy for the summer months. Pfizer volunteer Clare thought initially

At Waterlooville Guides

the path would be too big a task but explains, “We rallied round with Positive Pathways making the area low maintenance for the future”. Nikki from Pfizer said, “I love volunteering, it makes me feel good to know I am helping the community, meeting new people and its fun doing something different to the norm.” Waterlooville Girl Guides were thrilled, Nicky Bull from the Guides said, “with their help today we have achieved jobs that have needed doing for years, the place has never

looked so good. The volunteers were smiling throughout and were a pleasure to have here. We are extremely grateful to Pfizer and Positive Pathways for the work they have done for us.” Without the support of local businesses, many charities and community groups would struggle. For more information about how you can get involved with the employee volunteering scheme contact Rachel Taylor at Rachel.taylor@cfirst.org.uk or telephone 0300 500 8085 ext 9724

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£6,000 needed for Cemetery Gateway Repairs Last year a hit and run incident to the lovely flint wall relating to the New Lane, Havant Dissenters’ Cemetery occurred, and extensive research by The United Reformed Church locally and elsewhere indicates that the wall being outside of any particular church building is not insured and ownership has been lost in the ‘mist of time’.

It is going to cost just under £6,000 to repair, and like all churches, the cost of general maintenance is huge never mind walls not attached to any particular building. This historic cemetery area in New Lane has three sections. The newest is still being used on a limited scale, and the two other areas are The Dissenters’ Cemetery,

and St Faith’s Old Cemetery on land given by Sir George Staunton in the early 1800s, with a clear distinction between sections. Friends of Havant Cemeteries work once a month to maintain and enhance this area of the town, to help it become a wild life haven for nature and people alike and a recent Heritage Lottery Grant has paid for new gates and seating in the Dissenters’

section installed by the Friends Group, with explanation boards about to be installed. The United Reformed Church in North Street, Havant are now seeking donations to meet the cost of repairs to the damaged gateway wall to enhance the new gates and seating. Send donations to the Treasurer, Havant URC, Elm Lane, Havant, PO91PP.

Rowlands Castle Painting Society HELP RAISE MONEY FOR QA Mixed Media Shield, Gill Dollery-Cotterell DEMENTIA PATIENTS Cup, Sally Williams-Portrait Cup, Eileen

Roger Matthews winning best in show for annual exhibition

The Rowlands Castle Painting Society recently celebrated the quality of members work at the Annual Silver Cup Awards. Submissions by members are entered anonymously as this makes for a fair and unbiased result and everyone present had a chance to vote for their favourite painting in various categories. While the votes were being counted members were able to enjoy an excellent American supper organised by Suzanne McGowan, Fiona Chaâbane, Pat and Ian Hoper and helpers. Worthy winners of the 2018 Silver Cup Awards were Sue Tricket-

Hathaway-Wildlife and Creative Cup, Margaret Theobold-Jennings Wood Trophy (chosen by Alan Drinkwater as his favourite painting), Andrew Kerr-Life Study Cup,Ann Newsom-Seascape Cup, Kath Brett-Novice and Animal Portraiture Cup, Roger Matthews-Watercolour, Field and Acrylic Cup, John Prime-Minature Cup, Maureen Molyneux-Pastel Cup, Bob Payne-Flower Cup. Jan said Congratulations to all members who helped the evening run smoothly especially Ann Newsom, the exhibition team and members of the committee organised the evening. The second event that took place this Spring was the Annual Exhibition and Sale. Jan said “Sterling work by the exhibition team, stewards, volunteers, members of the committee and excellent paintings by members all contributed to making a superb show.” The catering team in 'Pats Café' worked hard providing refreshments with cakes made by members.

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Business Enterprise Challenge From Rob Fryer, Meridian Centre Manager

April saw the fifth successive year of the Business Enterprise Challenge visiting the Meridian Shopping Centre in Havant, where young teams of business entrepreneurs from schools across the area displayed and sold their products in the annual competition that aims to develop young entrepreneurs confidence and team working abilities along with encouraging Individuals own initiatives, innovation, leadership and business acumen skills throughout the year supported by adult mentors. All monies raised by the teams at the

end of the year are to be donated to Faith & Football which supports orphanages around the world. Best of all, the team judged independently at the end of the year to have shown the greatest level of skills in all these and other key areas, win the opportunity to go and visit the orphanage supported in Goa, India. What a Fantastic Prize! Steve Rolls from Faith & Football is photographed with the Centres "Team of The Day" winners the ladies from "Lush Lights" lushLights@outlook.com who each won a £10 W H Smith Voucher - well done for a Great Teamwork, Product & Stall Display. The product also showed good upcycling and strong profit potential based on their original outlay.

The Fund-raising Team at Queen Alexandra Hospital are looking for members of the local community to raise money for elderly patients suffering from dementia. Money raised will purchase dementia trolleys for each of the Wards within the Medicine for Older People’s Department at QA. The trolleys are light and portable and will help provide activities such as sensory items, puzzles, music, arts and crafts, cards and dominoes to frail patients, specifically those with dementia. Each trolley costs around £280 – 370, plus another £300 to provide specificallydesigned, dementia-friendly activities. To donate to the cause, please visit:

http://bit.do/qadementiatrollies Alternatively, If you would like to organise your own event for this cause, please contact the Fundraising Team on: 02392 286000 Ext: 5927, fundraising@porthosp.nhs.uk Portsmouth Hospitals Charity aims to support the patients of Portsmouth Hospitals NHS Trust by improving existing facilities and by providing additional equipment, supporting research programmes and innovation in the development of services and education to both patients and staff. The charity supports all of the Wards and Departments across the Trust and you can choose to support and fund-raise for an area of the hospital that is close to your heart.

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HAVANT MURDER MYSTERY The gruesome unsolved murder of a Havant schoolboy in 1888 is the subject of a new true crime book by Petersfield author David Green. The Havant Boy Ripper, published on May 25, tells for the first time the full deeply shocking story of 8-year-old Percy Searle who was stabbed to death in The Pallant in the centre of Havant. Another young boy, 11-year-old Robert Husband, was charged with the crime and sent for trial at the Winchester Assizes:“It was a sensational case at the time, and local and

national newspapers paid much attention to it,” says David Green, “yet the case is almost completely forgotten today. In the media frenzy that followed the murder, there was speculation that Jack the Ripper had commenced a new campaign of terror in south east Hampshire. I explore all of this in my book, but most of all I wanted to examine how the people of Havant responded to a child murderer in their midst.” The Havant Boy Ripper is published by Mango Books - H/B - £20.00 - 248pp

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What’s on

Mary Rose Tour

Thursday 2nd August - 10:30am -1:00pm Organised by the Chichester Archaeological Association - There will be a welcome and talk by Alastair Miles, Collections Manager for the Mary Rose Trust, about the scope and importance of the collections and their conservation. At 11:15am there will be Guided Tour of the Mary Rose exhibition. When the tour finishes at 1:00pm, you would be free to explore the Mary Rose exhibition further on your own, have lunch in one of the cafés in the Dockyard or visit other Dockyard attractions - at extra cost. Members £14.25, non-members £19.25 (if places are available). To book a place please contact Pauline Blagden at activities@cdas.info Payment details will be sent when your place is confirmed.

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EMSWORTH RAMBLING CLUB

Friendly walking group, meets weekly on Thursdays (short walks) and Sundays (longer walks). Some social events. Come and join us. For further information contact: hiltim@btinternet.com or: pom1151@hotmail.co.uk

NHS Big7Tea On and around the 5th July, people up and down the country will get together to raise a cuppa to our beloved seventy year old NHS and to raise funds for NHS charities. The NHS Big7Tea is a way to raise important funds for your local hospital, and Portsmouth Hospital’s Charity is asking fundraisers to take part to raise money for a ward or department at QA. Whether supporting research and development, brightening up hospital environments, providing state-of-the-art technologies and equipment or supporting staff, Portsmouth Hospitals Charity help Portsmouth Hospitals NHS Trust go above and beyond. You might want to invite your friends to a street party, brew up for your family, crack open the staff room tea bags, or commandeer the local village hall. To organise an NHS Big7Tea party for a ward or department at Queen Alexandra Hospital, please visit: http://bit.do/QABig7Tea Portsmouth Hospitals Charity aims to support the patients of Portsmouth Hospitals NHS Trust by improving existing facilities and by providing additional equipment, supporting research programmes and innovation in the development of services and education to both patients and staff. The charity supports all of the Wards and Departments across the Trust and you can choose to support and fund-raise for an area of the hospital that is close to your heart.

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HAMBLEDON FOLK CLUB

No Club in August – we return after the summer break on Wednesday 12 September

Wednesday 11th July – WILD WILLY BARRETT’S FRENCH CONNECTION (You really will have heard nothing like it)! Wild Willy Barrett, known as the Godfather of Grunge Folk, is a highly respected musician whose styles include folk, blues, gypsy jazz, reggae, bluegrass and punk. His latest musical ensemble, Wild Willy Barrett’s French Connection, brings together a diverse group of musicians from the UK, Ireland and France - and features an original melange of French, Irish and English acoustic arrangements. From a cafe in Paris, via a hooley in Dublin, to a night out in New Orleans - this band does it all using everything from a guitar, cello, fiddle, Uilleann pipes and banjo (and some exquisite singing) to provide a truly inimitable musical experience! “A unique and heart-lifting tour de force of universal musical themes, rhythms and melodies.” (Helen Smith, Old Fire Station venue, Oxford). “A wonderful evening of unique and fresh musical entertainment!” (Simon Icke, Limelight Theatre, Aylesbury). http://www.wildwillybarrett.com/frenchconnection

Wednesday 12th September – Greg Russell and Ciaran Algar are a formidable duo in the folk world. Having joined forces in 2011 they combine Russell’s powerful vocals and driving guitar style with Algar’s All-Ireland winning fiddle playing.

The duo have gone on to become one of the most sought after acts on the British folk scene. In 2013 the pair won the BBC Radio 2 Young Folk Award before going on to win the Horizon Award for best breakthrough act from the same source in 2014. In 2015, they were nominated in the BBC Radio 2 Folk Award Best Duo category. Russell and Algar have released three acclaimed studio albums and toured extensively in the UK as well as in Denmark, Germany and The Netherlands. We are excited to be welcoming them to Hambledon. “Folk at its very best” (Maverick): “invigorating… infectious joy” (Songlines); “Brimming with passion” (FRUK). http://russellalgar.co.uk ALL GIGS: Venue: The Youth Hut (between Village Hall and Vine Pub), West Street, Hambledon PO7 4RW - Start: 8.30pm (doors open 8.00pm). Floor spots and guests welcome! Entry: £10.00 (£8.00 members, £5.00 under 18s and students) Drinks: From Vine Pub next door (or bring your own). Tea/Coffee available at the Club CONTACT: ENQUIRIES AND BOOKING/RESERVATIONS: phone 023 9263 2719 or email: folkclubhambledon@hotmail.co.uk Website: https://www.hambledonfolkclub.com

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for a volunteer to help deliver flowers, to reception areas across the hospital on Thursday’s. This is a fun opportunity to brighten up the hospital, meet staff and to make a difference to patients who welcome the sight of beautiful and colourful flowers. Each week, the flowers are kindly donated by the Sainsbury’s store in Farlington. If you have a spare couple of hours on a Thursday and are interested in volunteering for the charity, the Fundraising Team would love to hear from you. To speak to a member of the Fundraising Team about this opportunity, please contact 023 9228 6000 Ext: 5927, fundraising@porthosp.nhs.uk

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AirACES

Monday 9th July - 1845 for 1930 hrs ‘The History of the Royal Jordanian Falcons Display Team’ - Presented by Colonel Ghazi N Al Sadoun.

An exceptional, and possibly unique, opportunity to attend a presentation by Col Ghazi N Al Sadoun, the Director of the Royal Jordanian Falcons National Air Display Team, who are displaying at the Yeovilton & Fairford (RIAT) Air-shows, in 2018. Col Al Sadoun has kindly agreed to come to Air ACES, between these Air-shows, to give an insight into this world famous aviation display team. This will be the first time that such a talk

has been given by the Jordanian team in the UK. Col Al Sadoun will be explaining how and why this display team was formed, and how they have become one of the world’s Air-show favourites. The Falcons have just received their new fleet of brand new Extra-330LXs at their base in Aqaba, Jordan and the Team will be displaying them for the first time at their upcoming European Summer Tour. This promises to be a fascinating and entertaining evening. AirACES is an aviation talk society, providing its members with regular talks, given by experts in many different fields related to the world of aviation.

Monday 20th August - 1845 for 1930 hrs ‘Tales from the Control Tower’ - Presented by Joe Bamford Based on his book ‘Tales from the Control Tower’, Author and Aviation Historian, Joe Bamford will give a fascinating look back at the time when he was working as an Air Traffic Controller in the days before computerisation and much of his talk will cover the history of RAF Manston. During his RAF career Joe was based at RAF Manston, as well as RAF Swinderbury, RAF Shawbury and RAF Gaydon - where he met the Red Arrows for the first time. He will explain how air traffic control worked in the dark days, when they didn’t have computers, and all control was visual and hand-done. He will also recall some of the characters that he met as well as the time, in 2011, when he was arrested on charges of blackmail and conspiracy in connection with the recovery of an RAF Liberator KL654 in Malaysia. AirACES is an aviation talk society, providing its members with regular talks, given by experts in many different fields

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related to the world of aviation. The talks are held at the Chichester Park Hotel, Westhampnett Road, Chichester, 6.45 for 7.30 pm. Members £3, visitors £5 and under 16s FREE. No pre-booking. For further information about AirACES, please see www.airaces.org.uk or call David Batcock on 01243 823007 ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||

Exhibition of Afanasy Nikolsky Paintings September 6th - 9th - at the Northney Tea Rooms, Hayling - an important collection of Nikolsky works will be shown including many of his major paintings both Oil and Watercolour ranging from major canvases of Portsmouth Cathedral, Camber Docks, the Harbour and HMS Victory If you are interested in loaning any Nikolsky work for exhibition, please contact: nickdanby@aol.com

ADULT CREATIVE PROGRAMME

ADULT 5-WEEK COURSES Mondays 25 June, 2, 9, 16, 23 July CERAMIC ANIMAL SCULPTURES Explore contemporary and traditional techniques to create unique animal sculptures.with Peter Levy - £147 - 10am12noon - twelve places also: TUDOR BODICE - with Francis Campbell Work with a costumier and learn the stages of creating an authentic Tudor bodice £200 - 7-9pm - six places Thursdays 21, 28 June, 5, 12, 19 July EXPLORE YOUR CAMERA - with Paul Gonella - Get the most out of your camera through theory & practical opportunities to shoot outdoors - £147 - 7-9pm - twelve places ADULT TASTER WORKSHOPS Saturday 23 June - DECORATING CERAMICS with Peter levy - Use coloured stains, underglazes, design motifs and patterns to bring a variety of ceramics to life -£41 - 10am -12noon - twelve places also: NEEDLE FELTING with Hilary Charlesworth - Using special needles and merino wool fibres, explore this dry-felting technique and create colourful decorations. £41 - 10am -12noon - ten places Saturday 21 July MACRAMÉ POT HANGERS with Alice Hume - using the art of knotting string in decorative patterns create a unique pot plant hanger. £50 -10am -12noon - six places also: STACKING RINGS with Sarah Macrae using a variety of techniques create three stacking rings intended to be worn together. £41-1.30pm - 3.30pm - ten places Saturday 18 Aug ÉGLOMISÉ – GLASS GILDING with

Richard Walker - Learn how to gild glass and engrave an intricate design using the églomisé technique - £41 - 10am -12noon ten places CHILDREN,YOUNG PEOPLE AND FAMILY CREATIVE PROGRAMME JUNE – AUGUST WORKSHOPS FOR YOUNG PEOPLE 2018 SUMMER SCHOOL Pick and choose your favourite workshops or sign up for the whole week - twelve places. Suitable for 7yrs+ Half Day £11 - Full Day £20 - Full Week £95 If attending all week participants can work towards/achieve an Arts Award for an additional cost: Discover Award +£20 - Explore Award +£25 - Bronze Award + £30 More details online at makingspace.org/artsaward/ Mon 13 August with Peter Levy 10am-12noon - Collaged Creations 1pm-3pm - Clay Figurines Tues 14 August with Kathryn Green 10am-12noon – Shibori Tie-dye Cushion Covers - 1pm-3pm – Print-making on textiles Wednesday 15 August with Ami Hyde 10am -12noon – Screen Printing 1pm -3pm – Basic Sewing (Totes & Bunting) Thursday 16 August with Richard Walker 10am -12noon – Gilded Piggy Banks 1pm -3pm – Decorated Frames Friday 17 August with Ami Hyde 10am-12noon – Macramé & Bead Workshop 1pm-2pm – Exhibition Preparation 2pm-3pm – Exhibition for friends and family. (Exhibition will remain up for Hampshire Open Studios and work can be collected after 23 August) FAMILY WORKSHOPS Saturday 21 July with Vicky Brown 9.30am - 12.30pm - HAND-ROLLED WET FELT - transform loose fleece fibres into a

colourful felt picture of your own design. Come along and work on a creative outcome together as a family. Twelve child places /eighteen places total. Maximum of two children to one adult. Suitable for 5yrs+ £20.50 per child place Adults go free. Monday 20 August - 10am -1pm with Peter Levy - CERAMIC CLOCKS - make your own unique ceramic clock face that can be fitted with a clock mechanism More information on all courses and online booking available on the Making Space website or by getting in touch. Early Bird offers available on some courses. CONTACT INFORMATION makingspace.org/courses admin@makingspace.org - 023 9247 2491 Making Space, 2 Bishopstoke Road, Leigh Park, Havant, Hampshire, PO9 5BN

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Emsworth Artists 2018 This year we are encouraging the next generation of Artists with a Printing Workshop in the Community Centre for a group of young people with an exhibition of their achievements to run alongside our main Exhibition. We are holding our Annual Summer Exhibition at the Community Centre-Church Path – Emsworth from Saturday 25th August until Wednesday 29th August Free admission - from 10am until 6pm daily. All our Artists are of a high standard including Painters-Sculptors-PrintmakersPhotographers and Ceramic Artists. We all live within a two mile radius of Emsworth Square. Our usual internal Competitions will be held throughout the Exhibition for which our visitors can vote for a favourite Exhibit and a favourite Watercolour. Chris Doyle has kindly donated the Raffle Prize. Each year we are able to donate in the region of £1,000 to the Community Centre. We hope you will enjoy our Exhibition and look forward to welcoming you. Jan Copsey - 023 9247 7739

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What’s on MUSIC Hampshire PO10 8AB

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Frid July 6 - Vikki Clayton - Chidham Village Hall Wed 18 Jul - Yves Lambert Trio (Quebec) - Emsworth Baptist Church Thurs 26 Jul - The much-sought after, and often humorous Australian/Irish Acoustic blues duo Hat Fitz & Cara at the Emsworth Sports & Social Club, 43 Havant Road 28 -30 September - 3rd Emsworth Beer, Cider & Wine Festival (part of Great British Food Fortnight) Wed 16 Oct Dave Kelly & Maggie Bell Chidham Village Hall Sat 20 October 7th WemsFest Fri 26 October - Fara, four young musicians from Orkney at 8pm at Brook Hall (the old Baptist Church in Emsworth) Fri 9 November - The Strawbs (acoustic) concert Existing tickets will of course be honoured for this new date Thurs 15 Nov Oysterband, Emsworth Baptist Church Get your tickets in Person at Bookends, High Street, Emsworth - they accept credit cards. Online: www.wegottickets.com (a small booking fee applies). BACS: email me at: wemsfest@btinternet.com and I'll send you the necessary banking details and we'll have the tickets ready for you on the night. Thank you for your continued support of live music - Mark Millington-Ringwood (WemsFest Artistic Director) NEW CONTACT DETAILS: 01243 370501 or 07802 500050 6 Lumley Terrace, Lumley Road, Emsworth

IT'S THE WOOD Can't get enough of it! Some of you will have heard or read in the news that the World famous guitar builder Gibson had gone bust and entered the American formed Chapter 11 so the company stand a chance of re financing and getting their act together! Gibson’s problems started years ago, a lot came from the restrictions on certain types of wood which Gibson being a high end manufacturer and have been fined a large amount of money for importing more than they should! Their other major cost which has been on going for a number of years is copyright, they have been taking other guitar company's to court, and legal action is not cheap! The other major problem is the drop in the interest in the electric guitar across the World in general. According to the trade, sales of electric guitars for a number of years has been over eleven million units, but over the past ten years has dropped to a million. Something I have been predicting is the rise in the price of instruments in general. When most manufacturers started moving their production to China in the mid nineties the price of many guitars came down; now sadly, the prices have started to rise. Three main reasons: the price and availability of the right woods; Chinese costs - like increased wages, factory costs, materials and of course products made with a smaller consumer interest, are dearer to buy. Whereas mass produced products are cheaper due to the costs coming down!

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So the guitar you've bought today could be in fifteen years time three to four times the cost!! Plus over the years guitar builders have tried an assortment of different materials, like metal, plastics etc. But it's good quality wood which sadly is disappearing rapidly across our planet...

Friday 3rd August in the Function Room at the Ex Serviceman’s Club, Brockhampton Lane, Havant PO9 1LU "A FORTIES NIGHT OF SONG AND DANCE" with Amanda Jane - tickets £6.50 on the door, or £5.00 in advance from The Ex Servicemen's Club, Havant Music Mart or Ink Planet. Doors open 7:30pm starts - 8.00pm car parking and licensed bar. ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||

HAVANT MUSIC CLUB Monday 2 July - Andrew Perry and Good Company at The Wheelwrights Arms, Emsworth Road, entry £5.00 - from 7.30pm with open spots, please arrive by 7.15 or as close as possible if you would like an open spot. For more information e-mail: jeff@jeffreylane.co.uk ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||

Hayling Island Folk & Acoustic weekend to be held on July 28th & 29th around various venues all soon to be announced with over forty acts already agreed. For more information phone - 07976 629282

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Please note Open mic / Jam nights are notoriously transient (there one month gone the next) so we suggest contacting the venue before travelling. We do try to keep our listings up to date!! Sundays The Olive Leaf, Hayling Island The Life Boat, Hayling Island First Sunday of the month The Billy,Hayling Island Last Sunday of the month Alley Cats The Golden Eagle, Delemere Road, Southsea Mondays The White Horse, The Square, Westbourne First Monday of the month Comedy Night at The Folly Bar, Downstairs, College St, Petersfield 8.00pm Last Monday of the month The Plough & Barley, Waterlooville Tuesdays Robin Hood, Rowlands Castle The Vestry, Chichester 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month Folk Night at The Good Intent, Petersfield Alternate Tuesdays Lilly’s Bar, Hayling Island Every two weeks Tuesday of the month The Ship, Langstone Rd, Havant 8 - 11pm Wednesdays The Old Barn, Portsmouth The Golden Lion, Bedhampton Road, Havant 8.30 pm The Park Tavern, Gosport La Havana, Chichester The Royal Albert, Southsea 1st & 3rd Wednesdays of the month The Coal Exchange,Emsworth Thursdays The Crown Hotel,Emsworth The Farmer,Catherington The Good Intent,Petersfield First Thursday of the month Acoustic Session at The Heroes,Waterlooville

JUNE LIVE MUSIC GIGS Sunday 17th - Magenta Bling at Golden Lion Havant 3pm Wednesday 20th - State of Undress at The Ex Servicemen’s Club, Brockhampton Lane, Havant starts 8.30 Doors open at 7.30 Tickets on the door £9.00 in advance £7.00 Chris Banderas at the Westleigh Pub,Havant Sunday 24th - Slip Disc at Golden Lion, Havant 3pm Friday 29th The Mafia at The Heroes,Waterlooville Saturday 30th Kingz of Leon at Westleigh Pub, Havant

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Rowlands Castle Craft Fayre

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Saturday 7 July 10am to 4pm in the Parish Hall, Links Lane, Rowlands Castle PO9 6AD. Admission is free with disabled access and refreshments available. The craft fayres are held on the first Saturday of each month from April to July and Sept to Dec. Approx 20 local artisans display a wide range of skills in their high quality handcrafted items. Crafts represented can include Woodwork, Spinning & Dyeing, Patch-work & Quilting, Paper-craft, Knitting & Crochet, Jewellery, Glass-work, Ceramics, Candlemaking, Body products and Beading. If you are looking for a special gift or something for the home come along to the next fayre. Public transport is five minutes walk away and there is a car park and on-road parking close to the hall. If you are interested in having a stall please email: rowlandscastlecraftfayre@gmail.com and include some images of your work if possible. Find us on Facebook at Rowlands Castle Craft Fayre

Tuesday 17th July - Il Divo - Outdoor concert - Castles and Country Tour Wednesday 18th July - Tom Jones in concert Monday 30th July - Alice's Adventures in Wonderland, Chapterhouse Theatre Company. From 12pm Friday 10th - Sunday 12th August - Flo Vibe - Retreat meets family festival with yoga, dance, live music &

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Emsworth Hospital Garden Fête 16th June -10.00am - 12.00 noon Summer fête to be held at Emsworth Hospital Garden, 1 North Street Emsworth. Come along and enjoy a cup of coffee and cake in the garden.

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The Emsworth Show Organised by the Emsworth Horticultural Society will be opened by the Mayor of Havant on Bank Holiday Monday 27th August 10.30am until 17.00pm, at the Recreation Ground, Horndean Road, Emsworth, Hants. PO10 7PT. No public parking on-site; however, there will be Free! Park and Ride. Car park

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Science Discovery Group Are you interested in science and would like to know more? The why not come to our talks from the experts on the 3rd Monday of each month, 7.30-9.15 in the Drama Room at Warblington School, Southleigh Road, Havant, PO9 2RR. Entry charge of £3 per meeting. No previous knowledge assumed. Monday 16th July – Forensic DNA Fingerprinting. Talk by Prof. Peter Goldfarb, Emeritis Professor of Molecular Biology at Surrey University See www.sciencediscoverygroup.co.uk or telephone 07711 167 523. We do NOT have an August meeting.

community groups that serve or help the community. Attendees will also be able to ask questions about health, well-being or benefits in addition to finding out about activities for residents including older people taking place in the constituency. Anyone from Alan Mak’s constituency will be welcomed to attend.

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Bi-annual Quilt Show Hayling Island Saturday and Sunday Horticultural Society 28th and 29th July -10am - 4pm at Emsworth Community Centre Bourne Quilters who meet each month in Emsworth, are celebrating their twentieth anniversary.

What’s on Wednesday 26th September - Last Day of House Opening 1pm-5pm (last admission 4pm) Sunday 21st - Sunday 27th October - Half term Halloween activities For more information visit our website or, contact the estate office on 023 9241 2265 enquiry@stanstedpark.co.uk

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treatments in the woods. Wednesday 22nd August - Robin Hood and his Merry Men - Chapterhouse Theatre Company Wednesday 28th August - Treasure Island Boxtree Productions outdoor theatre Sunday 2nd September - Hot Rod & Custom Car Show - With Victory Wheelers

Saturday 1st September - Autumn Show at the Hayling Island Community Centre Entrance £1- doors open at 2pm, Disabled access 1.30pm, Prizes 4pm - Afternoon teas and home-made cake - Why not come along for a lovely afternoon

for this will be at the New Life Church, Thorney Road, Emsworth, Hants. PO10 8BN Admission £5 per adult and children under 12yrs will be admitted free with a paying adult. This year’s attractions include: Dog Show and Karate Displays in the small arena, Falconry, Dancers, Birds of Prey, Archery, Punch and Judy Show, Photographic,Vegetables and Flowers, and Cookery Competitions displayed in the Main Marquee. Many stalls selling a host of interesting items including, local produce, arts and crafts, clothing and jewellery, plants, pet

products, books, bric a brac etc. Also, new this year, will be a special event in the main arena. This will be a contest arranged by JAGO KIT CARS. This is a fun event and not to be missed! A host of rides for children will be available. Watch and listen to music played by three bands including ‘Alder Valley’ and the ‘Pompey Plucker’s’. Refreshments will be available throughout the event or bring your own picnic and have some fun! More information available on the website at www.emsworthshow.org.uk

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The Princess Royal Trust for Carers in Hampshire Dementia Group Volunteers We are looking for volunteers to support our Time Together Group in Hayling Island. A monthly support group for people affected by Dementia and their friends, family and carers. Hayling Island Community Centre, Station Road. PO11 0HB. The Group takes place on the 2nd Wednesday of each month 1.30pm-3.30pm. The role of the volunteer can include: • Helping set out the room in an agreed layout, putting out signage and recording attendees; • preparing and distributing simple refreshments, collecting in and washing items used; • welcoming and talking with people with dementia and carers of people with dementia; • liaising with the group leader to support planned group activities; • supporting the group leader by encouraging participation, Supporting the collection of feedback from the groups, tidying up the room after the session. This role will suit you if you... • Enjoy meeting new people, have good verbal communication skills especially

face to face; • know about, or are willing to learn about, dementia and its impact on people. Recognise the importance of confidentiality and can show this in practice; • references and a Criminal Record (DBS) check are required; • are prepared to complete induction into the role, necessary training and attend future support meetings, no specific qualifications or experience are needed. The impact you'll make Groups such as this provide an opportunity for people with dementia, family members and carers to meet regularly and talk about living with dementia, in an informal social environment and ask questions of professionals.You will provide support to the group leader to enable people affected by dementia to engage with and socialise with other group members or participants in a welcoming and nonjudgemental environment. If you are interested in this role, have any questions or need more information, please contact Alison Wood, Business Manager; info@carercentre.com or phone 01264 835246.

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THE CAT & RABBIT RESCUE CENTRE Hulky Bear Good day from your favourite out and about reporter at the Cat and Rabbit Rescue Centre, Hulky Bear. Reporting to you live from the Centre. Summer is almost here the rabbits are happily living back in the outside enclosure having so much fun playing on the grass, we have almost finished our building work and we are looking good again. I am feeling a little tired. I like to have a lie in the mornings; lately the rooks that nest nearby have been making so much noise waking me up at the crack of dawn. I have to put my head under a duvet for some extra sleep.When I finally get up it’s nearly lunchtime, which I spend sitting outside with the staff waiting for tickles. Most of the time I am the star attraction but our goat Fuchsia joined us the other day and took over my

role.The staff think Hulk on your lap is a lot easier than Fuchsia! An update on last month my friend and fellow out and abouter Carlos has now chosen his new house. He has taken residence by the entrance next to the stream.That way he gets a nice view and can keep an eye on security. A date for your diary Sunday 12th August it is our Summer Fayre. One of our most popular stalls is the ‘Bottle Stall’ if anyone has any unopened bottles they are not in need of anything from bubble bath to alcohol we would be very grateful for donations to ensure we have lots of prizes to give away. More details on the fayre next month will follow. Some sad news to finish with our matriarch of the out and abouters Ada Pretty sadly passed away after a sudden illness. Ada was almost in her 20’s, she loved sitting watching what was going on here.We will all miss her so much.

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Take care and see you next month. If you are interested in adopting a cat, kitten, rabbit or guinea pig then please call us here at the centre on 01243 641409 between 9-4pm during the week. PS: We have a Viewing Day Saturday 23rd June 12-2pm.Viewing days are nonappointment days so people thinking of adopting a cat can pop along. Otherwise we re-home seven days a week by appointment only. Pet of the Month This month allow us to introduce you to two very sweet white rabbits White Wine and White Bread.They are brother and sister who came here as their owners were unable to be sold privately when they were babies.They are almost a year old and would love to find a happy home. Often they are overlooked as they have red eyes and does mean sometimes people are put off by the colour.They are happy to be handled and spend lots of time

What’s on PETS OF THE MONTH White Wine and White Bread

playing with their toys and running around their enclosure.They love each other and are often snuggled up together when they are relaxing. If you think you may be able to give White Wine and White Bread the new home they deserves please give The Centre a call. Email: info@crrc.co.uk www.crrc.co.uk Also find us on facebook www.facebook.com/catandrabbitrescuecentre

Fun, Fizz and Folks In Harmony

Summer is a-cumin in, or so they’d have said in medieval England! Local a cappella choir Folks In Harmony are celebrating the arrival of summer too with a bright selection of music and song. You’ll get a warm welcome at their Summer Spritzer show and great

entertainment in a variety performance of showtime, popular and traditional songs, piano/cello recitals, octets, and blazing comedy too. Since forming in 2012, Folks In Harmony has developed into a 40-strong, award-winning choir that regularly sings and participates in local community events. The choir also stages two shows per year to raise funds for local charities. This year’s fund-raising goes to Key Changes Music Therapy based in Winchester and the Hampshire & IOW Air Ambulance. We hope you’ll come along on Saturday 21st July to the Church of the Resurrection in Drayton, Portsmouth and

join in the fun. Performance starts 7.30pm with doors open from 7pm. Tickets only £8 (includes fizz and ice cream) are available from Ollie on 023 9236 6508, or via our website: www.folksinharmony.co.uk - and if you’re interested in joining us, we are always on the lookout for men and women who love to sing. More information on our website.

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FREE PHONE LEARNER WORKSHOPS FOR SILVER SURFERS Right at Home and O2 have recently partnered to offer free workshops for people in Emsworth and the surrounding area who want to learn how to use a smart phone or tablet or build on any existing knowledge. There are five monthly workshops from 2pm to 4pm taking place at the Costa

Coffee, High Street, Emsworth. Titles include: • Getting started on your device • Social media • Photography • Comparison sites • Online shopping If you missed the first workshop held on

May 14th don’t worry because there four more to choose from. The next session is on Monday 25th June and focuses on all things Social Media and on Monday 16th July its Photography. For a full list of dates and to reserve a place please ring us on 023 9387 8777. No selling involved, completely free and a great fun way to learn together.

Havant & District Horticultural Society Are you interested in growing Fruit, Vegetables Flowers or House plants? If so, would you like to join Havant & District Horticultural Society? Benefits of membership includes: • Monthly talks on Gardening Topics (during winter months) • A Summer Show each year (this year on Saturday 14 July at St Faith’s Church

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Hall, The Pallant, Havant, PO9 1BE, 10:30am to 3:30pm ) • Sharing of Expertise • Social Functions and Outings Currently our annual joining fee is £3.00 per household. See: www.havanthorticulturalsociety.org.uk for a joining form. We welcome both members and nonmembers to our talks and charge nonmembers a modest £2.00 entrance fee

which includes tea and a biscuit. A raffle and door-prize is held for added enjoyment. All meetings take place on the last Wednesday of the month and start at 7.30pm in the United Reformed Church Hall, Elm Lane, Havant, PO9 1PP

30th June to 29th July weekends only - Saturdays 10-30 am – 4-30 pm and Sundays 2-30 pm – 4-30 pm, an exhibition of paintings by award winning local artist Angela Loader at the Emsworth Museum called Town Land and Sea. Angela will be there for anyone wishing to meet and discuss painting with her. Her work is returning to the museum after a successful solo exhibition in July 2012. Angela has been inspired by the fast and ever-changing developments all around us, to combine the history of the town with the beauty of the surrounding landscape and coastline. Angela aims to capture moments in time, embracing contrasts and highlighting the atmosphere, moods natural colours and effect of light throughout the season’s. Working in Watercolours, Oils, & Acrylics. Original paintings, prints & new range of greeting cards, will be available for purchase during the exhibition. www.angelaloaderartist.co.uk

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Return of the Vicar of Dibley to Hayling Island The elderly conventional vicar of the small English village of Dibley has passed away. A new vicar has been requested for a replacement. What they get is Geraldine Granger, a non-traditional, chocolate loving, rock n' roll playing vicar. That is not what gets the citizens of Dibley in a uproar though. It's because she is a woman. Still, that doesn't stop Geraldine from proving her worthiness to the village. After time, the villagers (with the exception of influential David Horton) accept Geraldine as The Vicar of Dibley. This iconic and brilliantly funny TV series has been cleverly adapted as a stage play with wit and humour throughout. This stage play is taken primarily from series 1 and 2, authors Ian Gower and Paul Mayhew-Archer have condensed some of the most popular sketches. It includes the Vicar's arrival and her refusal of Owen's marriage proposal to Hugo and Alice's wedding ceremony. At the Station Theatre Hayling Island from 18th to 25th August. Tickets £10 from the box office on 023 9246 6363 or online at stationtheatre.co.uk ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||

The Hayling Island Folk and Acoustic Festival Saturday the 28th and Sunday, the 29th of July. -The weekend will be a series of live music events in multiple locations around the island during day times, along with a mass dance on the Plaza on the Saturday night with a professional ceilidh band, Ceilidh Tree, so, bring your dancing shoes! There is music happening in 6 different pubs, The Lifeboat, the Olive Leaf, The West Town, The Ferryboat, Lily’s Bar and The Hayling Billy. There are also performances at the British Legion, The Pebble Beach Café on the seafront and even the Hayling Railway station platform! Music styles will range from traditional folk and Shanty tunes to blues, reggae, rock, Bluegrass, 1960s and contemporary singer songwriters. It is intended to be a truly multi genre live musical extravaganza! In addition, there will be a separate event

during the weekend which is the annual Hayling Island Morris festival bringing a record 5 different Morris sides dancing their way across the island and bringing a feast of colour and traditional tunes to the streets. So, either way this will be a full fun weekend of free live music and dance for you to enjoy on our beautiful sea side island. A full list of times, locations and artists will be published soon via our official programme, which can be purchased through any of the venues or by contacting us via our Facebook site: https://www.facebook.com/groups /183640828901470/. The festival is in aid of the Stroke Association in order to support the wonderful work that they do; and sponsored by Sovereign Flooring, Northney Ice Cream and White Stick Music

More opportunities for people with learning disabilities in Emsworth Community First, a local registered charity, has managed the Hewitts community building in Emsworth for many years and more recently with their partner organisation The Right to Work, a Community Interest Company.The Right to Work enables better life chances and employment opportunities for adults with learning disabilities.The building provides a vibrant Centre providing fantastic, affordable, freshly cooked lunches and community spaces that are hired by a wide range of voluntary organisations and activities groups including the Emsworth Stroke Club. The lunches are brilliantly cooked and served by adults with learning disabilities who are making a valuable contribution in supporting others, and older people and local people support them by using the lunch service. Hewitts provides a truly inclusive place in the community where people can come together and use their strengths for mutual benefit. After much careful thought and consideration Community First terminated their lease with Havant Borough Council and transferred the Lunch Club and the Hewitts community building to The Right to Work who have been providing the excellent lunch services at Hewitts for several years. Tim Houghton, Chief Executive of Community First said “Community First is delighted that The Right to Work is able to take the Hewitts services forward into its next phase and we have every confidence that the services will go from strength to strength in what we know is a challenging environment for all organisations managing community buildings. We would like to thank all our supporters and funders of Hewitts over many years who have

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Debbie Lyall (left) from The Right to Work pictured at Hewitts with Community First’s Head of Operations Jacquie Vincent-Coulter. Photo courtesy of David Harris

helped to grow the services, and to reassure all Hewitts customers that they will continue to experience the same excellent services under the management of The Right to Work. Community First and The Right to Work have had a brilliant partnership and we wish them every success for their future at Hewitts. “ Debbie Lyall, Managing Director of The Right to Work said “We are looking forward to taking on the management of Hewitts and wish to thank our partner, Community First, for their support over recent years. Our people with learning disabilities have rare and wonderful work opportunities at Hewitts and provide high quality services.We are hopeful of being able to provide more employment opportunities for them in a community where they are able to make a real and valued contribution and receive wonderful support from local residents and businesses in a place where they feel so accepted and safe. Every lunch that is sold and every community space that is hired helps to provide a better life chance for people with learning disabilities who have a fantastic contribution to make.”

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DYNAMO YOUTH THEATRE Thursday 12th & Friday 13th July - An unpredictable evening as Dynamo let their hair down, doing what they do best with an end of year review show! Unreserved seating tickets now on sale £8 at: info@dynamoyouththeatre.com

Friday 22 June - 7.30pm - Tickets £18, £17 concessions - MAD ABOUT THE MOVIES - A nostalgic journey through the history of the Hollywood musical, as Robert Habermann sings the songs and tells the stories behind them. He raids The Great American Songbook to treat you to songs by musical greats including Frank Sinatra, Bing Crosby and Doris Day, with songs including 42nd Street, Over the Rainbow and That’s Amore.The show climaxes with a show-stopping medley of twenty Oscar-winning songs. If you love Hollywood musicals, you can’t afford to miss this show.

Weds 27 June - Sat 30 June - 7.30 pm Saturday 30 June 2.30pm - Tickets £12, £10 concessions ONE MAN TWO GUVNORS An amateur production from HumDrum. Set in1963 Brighton. The plot involves an out-of-work Skiffle player who finds himself with two employers who must never meet. One is a gangster called Roscoe Crabbe who is really Rachel, his sister, who is in disguise following the murder of her brother. Stanley Stubbers, an upper-class twit, is the other boss and he happens to be Rachel’s boyfriend and Roscoe’s killer. All with hilarious

consequences. Sunday 15 July - 11am 3pm - BESIDE THE SEASIDE - at Eastoke Corner, Hayling Island - Free family day out on Hayling Island! Nothing beats a day by the seaside, so The Spring is heading to Hayling Island’s beautiful beach this summer and we’ve planned a free day of fun for the whole family! As well as performances, games and stalls, we’ll also be joined by a couple of cheeky seagulls, a few fishy characters, a gentle giant from the deep blue sea and the world's-smallest solar powered cinema. Our pop-up promenade will be there in sunshine or rain, so bring a beach towel or a raincoat and we’ll see you there!

Help in Bereavement Open Evening HiB is a registered charity (no 1062269/0) run entirely by volunteers to help those who are bereaved. We are seeking to recruit new volunteers. If you are interested in finding out more about our work and how to become a volunteer, then please come along on Wednesday 25th July at 6.30pm at The Link, Cosham Baptist church, 48 Havant road, Cosham, PO6 2QZ. There is a car park. RSVP and for more information please call Heather on 07432602613 We look forward to meeting you.

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WARBLINGTON & DENVILLES COMMUNITY EVENT The unfamiliar sound of pipers and drummers drew a crowd to the Stride Centre on Saturday 2nd June. The Rose and Thistle Pipes and Drums Band was applauded through the streets to the Stride for the Community ‘Big Lunch’ – part of the national scheme backed by the Eden Project, to encourage neighbours to meet each other. There was entertainment from Emsworth Concert Band; dance groups; the Just Us light opera group, the Spring, the Jiggly Wrigglers, the magician Mike Elvin and the facefanatics painters. The Mayor and Mayoress of Havant together Alan Mak MP and Councillors Tim Pike and Jackie Branson joined the celebration organized by the Warblington and Denvilles Residents’ Association (WDRA) and other community organisations, supported by Postcode Publications. WDRA always welcome new members: for more information visit: http://wdra.org.uk/

The Rose and Thistle Pipes and Drums arriving at the Stride

Aziza Egyptian Dance Group

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Community Centre Regular Activities: Mondays: 9.30am - 11.30am - Calton School of Pilates 5.30pm - 7.00pm 2nd - Denvilles Brownies (girls aged 7 to 10) 7.15pm - 9.15pm - Bounce Tuesdays: 6.15pm - 7.15pm - Calton School of Pilates 7.30pm - 9.00pm - Yoga Wednesdays: 6.15pm - 7.15pm - Calton School of Pilates 7.30pm - 9.00pm - Yoga Thursdays: 9.30 - 10.30 - Diddi Dance (PreSchool Dancing)

1.30 - 3.30 - Baby Ballet 4.30pm - 5.30pm - 1st Denvilles Rainbows (girls aged 5 to 7) 6.00pm - 8.00pm - Calton School of Pilates Fridays: 9.15am - 10.15am - Calton School of Pilates 10.45am - 12 noon - Jiggy Wrigglers 7.00pm - 9.00pm - Homewell Scouts (girls and boys aged 10 to 14) Saturdays: 8.30am - Slimming World 1.00pm onwards, available for private hire

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Fresh From The Boat Hooks National Award Local Business Fights Rising Tide of Plastic Fresh From The Boat Havant based business started a few years ago with a simple concept of selling local fresh fish to local people. We didn’t want to be the ghosts of the sea but part of a community. We started simply by selling our fish that was caught on our fishing vessel Sarah C and sold direct to local businesses, restaurants and people. Also offering a Community Fish Box Scheme where you can get a whole kilo of fish for £7. Over the last few years we’ve grown from strength to strength. We’ve educated 100’s of people on the importance of buying fresh, sustainably caught fish and the importance of not just putting pressure on stocks such has salmon, tuna and cod. We hold open days and fish filleting lessons. We now not only sell fish from our boat but support many other local fishermen. We sell our catch at various locations weekly, offer a home delivery service from shore to door and also supply local fishmongers, restaurants and public houses. We may not have huge catches at venues, we may not have lots of species of fish, our business ethos is not about that, it’s about educating people on what we do catch, how to cook and prepare super fresh fish and to work with the seasons. We have many species that are amazing to eat but they get shipped abroad, we no longer have that problem, 80% of catch is sold locally.

In March we were overjoyed to find out people in our local area had nominated us within the ‘Fishing News Awards’ as ‘Independent Fresh Fish Retailer Of The Year’ We honestly thought we had a small chance of winning but to be short-listed as the top five out of the whole of the UK and Ireland was a real achievement. The biggest achievement knowing that people had given up there time to put us forward. Voting opened for about a month and it felt like the whole local community had backed us. I was so proud on 24th May when we took a flight to Aberdeen to attend the awards ceremony. The night was full of comedy, great food and company but to top it off we were crowned ‘Independent Fresh Fish Retailer Of The Year’ This is a real success story and I’m super proud to work within the Fishing industry. Here in Hampshire/Sussex we have some amazing places where you can buy fresh fish from and the seafood festival returns to Gunwharf again soon. The fishing industry is a tough one to work in, long hours, huge risks and not to mention lots of political battles such as quotas and how we are managed. Local fishermen and businesses need to have a passionate community who support them and I can honestly say we have one in our area! www.freshfromtheboat.co.uk

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Almost a year ago to the day Lockheed Martin UK embarked on a beach clean at The Oyster Beds, Hayling Island. On the 18th May this year, the firm returned for another dose of fresh air, community spirit and a sense of accomplishment along with the Friends of Langstone Harbour. The Friends of Langstone Harbour are a conservation group promoting interest in the harbour and working to improve the area for local people and wildlife. They welcomed the help from Lockheed Martin to keep the shoreline clean and litter free, particularly as plastic in our oceans is currently such a hot topic. A lot of the plastic from on-the-go food and drink packaging gets broken down in the sea and is often mistaken for food by fish and birds. Regular beach cleans are a great way for groups to get together as a team whilst helping their local community. Lockheed Martin UK, based at Havant, regularly take part in volunteering activities organised by Community First and over the

past few years have helped many local charities and organisations. Mark Ralphson, a director at the company, is pleased to be out working with Community First on local projects. He said, “The beach clean is always a great event, all be it we are surprised at the amount of plastic and general litter we find. It is a gentle reminder to all of us to dispose of our waste responsibly both as individuals and as Lockheed Martin.” John Worley from the Friends of Langstone Harbour said, “We have had a lovely day with Lockheed Martin, Hayling has never been cleaner. It has been a privilege to be out with such a hard working and cheerful group of people.” Without the support of local businesses, many charity and community groups would struggle. For more information about how you can get involved with the employee volunteering scheme contact Rachel Taylor at Rachel.taylor@cfirst.org.uk or telephone 0300 500 8085 ext.9724.

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POETRY AND MENTAL HEALTH SCHOOLS PROJECT The mental health of young people is a growing concern amongst schools, both locally and nationally. Many teachers and parents are noticing a rise in anxiety, depression and other emotional issues. The Spring Arts and Heritage Centre and the Warblington Partnership Board, a group of schools and organisations from within the central Havant area, initiated the Poetry and Mental Health Project. The project aimed to highlight some of the issues young people face today and explore how we can begin to tackle them. This unique project brought together students (ranging from infant through to secondary school ages) from seven local schools to work with Joseph Coelho, a fantastic published children’s author and poet. Students explored emotions that young people today feel regularly and wrote poems to express their feelings. These poems were the building block used to create two short films produced by professional film-production company Millstream Productions. The films include the poetry written by the young people, alongside animations bringing the words to life. The message of these powerful films is to encourage any young person who is dealing with negative emotions to speak to an adult they trust. These films will be used as a tool to discuss the topic of Mental Health in schools and the local community.

As a result of this project and talking about mental health, these young people are now mental health ambassadors within their schools and know how to help themselves and others. Faith Davies, Participation Officer, at The Spring explains how the project started: “The Spring has been supporting the Warblington Partnership Board’s great work around Emotional and Mental Health. We, as an organisation, recognise that the Arts can be an effective way to explore difficult topics with children and young people so The Spring and Warblington Partnership Board felt that poetry would be a great tool to explore the topic. This project aimed to use the ideas and experiences of local children to create a relevant Mental Health message they could share with their peers and the wider community.” The films were premièred at a special private event at The Spring in May 2018 and can be viewed on the Spring’s website http://thespring.co.uk/news/poemh-poetryand-mental-health-schools-project/

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Postcode Publications The Lottery exists to support Good Causes and Charities in Havant Borough. It was launched in March by TV personality Fred Dineage, the then Mayor Cllr Elaine Shimbart, and Cllr Leah Turner. It will enable those Good Causes registered with the Lottery to increase their funding through sales of tickets bought by their supporters. The monies that will be distributed to the Good Causes is much higher than most Lotteries in that 50% goes to the nominated Good Cause, and 10% goes into a Community Pot witch is distributed by a panel set up by Havant Borough Council (HBC) comprising local residents, a Councillor and an HBC Officer. To register a Good Cause or buy a ticket either follow the link on the Lottery page at: www.havantlottery.co.uk or contact jamie.bridges@havant.gov.uk Sign up to support your favourite local charity and have a chance of winning a prize.

Harp the Herald… of the end! An International harpist helped to celebrate the President of Havant Rotary’s year as it draws to its close. Elizabeth Jane Baldry was born and raised in Emsworth and is renowned for her skilful, touch and sensitive renditions of Harp Music. Jenny Edgell’s year as President of Havant Rotary is due to end on the 30th June. It has been a remarkable year as we celebrated the Havant Clubs 60th year. Jenny Said:“In my year I wanted to raise money for a new Refuge, a safe house for those fleeing domestic abuse. Havant Rotary has raised Southern Domestic Abuse Service (SDAS) nearly £2,500 so far in my year. “We have held a Quiz Night and Raffles and events at Christmas to raise the money. Havant Rotarians have been so enthusiastic, and it has been an honour to be President of the Havant Club and I can’t thank the members enough for

Elizabeth at her Harp, with her aunt, Jenny Edgell

the support they have given my chosen cause.” “The Presidents night at the Langstone Hotel, was a way of celebrating my year and I was thrilled when my niece Elizabeth Jane agreed to play for us, she gave a sparkling performance interspersed with anecdotes about the risqué lives of the Composers.A memorable evening.” Claire Lambon of SDAS was presented with a cheque on the evening and a few days later the raffle proceeds and other monies were also given to Claire to make up the amount.

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children who came into care with the WSCC at the ’Woodlands Children Home’ and documents its history from 1935 to 1966, it no longer exists and not many people knew it was there. Interspersed throughout the book you will find pages from Myerscough Walkers Innscape books,

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‘GROWING OUR OWN’ PROJECT FUNDED Local Stream gets a Helping Hand Postcode Publications stepped up to a request for £250 funding from Havant Academy to fund their ‘Growing Our Own’ Spring/Summer Project. Havant Academy students will now initiate their ‘Growing Our Own’ Spring/Summer project where students will plant, care for, harvest and cook with their own fruits and vegetables. This amazing opportunity for students to learn about the process of growing fruit and vegetables, healthy eating and a greater awareness of sustainable living. The students calculated they would need £250.00 to set up their project and asked us as a local community business established to raise funds for community projects. The students will guarantee to highly celebrate Postcode Publications within the project with a sign within the plot as well as recognised sponsorship and company logo on any social media posts, pictures and reports. Here are some quotes from students

explaining why this project is important to them and what they will be able to get from it: “I think we need a vegetable patch because it encourages healthy eating and preparing food with fresh veg!” “A vegetable garden is important as we would have fresh veg, meaning it wouldn’t be store bought and sprayed with pesticides!” “We should have a vegetable patch because we would learn skills about caring for vegetables that we could use when we leave school!”

Clouds threatened but rain stayed away for a volunteer day to help Friends of the Hermitage Stream. Pfizer a large company based in New Lane, Havant are undertaking a varied programme of volunteering throughout the year organised by Community First. A group of four employees gave up their morning to help, along with volunteers from Positive Pathways, a project based in Leigh Park supporting local residents in the Havant area who need assistance to volunteer in the community. Friends of the Hermitage Stream are a community volunteer group looking after the stream and surrounding areas. They work with local schools doing activities such as stream dipping, bug hunting and even creating wild flower areas. Every year the Hermitage Stream has a huge problem with Himalayan balsam. It’s been fun and very rewarding for us to be out and meeting new people in the community.”

DeeTupper from Friends of the Hermitage Stream withVolunteers

Ian from Pfizer said, “It’s good to volunteer for local groups as it gives us a fascinating insight into the reasons why local people give up their time to keep our local areas a pleasant place to visit.” Without the support of local businesses, many charity and community groups would struggle. For more information about how you can get involved with the Employee Volunteering Scheme contact Rachel Taylor at Rachel.taylor@cfirst.org.uk or telephone 0300 500 8085 ext 9274

Hayling to remember WW2 Civilian Causalties Hayling U3A, Hayling Lions Club, Hayling Royal British Legion and Hayling Community Centre are working together to collect the names of all local residents who lost their lives in WW2 through enemy action. It is proposed that a memorial plaque will be placed in the Community Centre in the autumn of 2019 remembering their names.

It is important for future generations that we do not forget the trauma that War had on the civilian population. Hayling’s darkest hours were in April 1941. In order not to omit any names from the plaque we are publishing the names which research by the U3A have so far discovered; Joan Boothby, Maud Boothby, Betty Boothby, Bertram Brown, James Brown, L.G. Edwards/

Edmonds Archibald Jones, Lilian Jones, Mary Jones, Robert Paye, Dorothy Middleton, Catherine McCologin, Thomas Lennox Helen McGarth, Mary Spencer, Maud Spencer, Jeffery Steeples /Sparks Mary Tizard Ronald Walker If you are a relative or have knowledge of the

names identified we ask you to make contact with us, we are very keen that no person should be omitted.

NEW HAVANT CENTRE FUND APPEAL This year Motiv8 is celebrating it’s 20th Birthday, that’s 20 years of Motiv8 delivering Life Chances for Young People and their Families. We’ve seen a lot of changes locally and globally during this time, and have shared journeys with thousands of young people who have demonstrated amazing resilience, determination and character to achieve their full potential. Young people like Connor* who Motiv8 first supported in 2009. Connor was struggling both at home and in school. His attendance at school was 10% and he had become violent and aggressive. At home there was family conflict and Connor would often be left to fend for himself. Connor was dealing with a range of emotions with no one to speak to; that is until he started to get involved with Motiv8. Connor began attending Motiv8’s Alternative Education Programme and it soon became clear Connor could benefit from one to one support. He regularly met with a dedicated Motiv8 Support Worker who helped Connor build his confidence and selfesteem. He got involved in other Motiv8

Community activities, giving him something positive to do. Connor’s journey through adolescence was tough, and his story is unique to him. However, there are many young people like Connor who are facing a number of challenges, working through the journey from childhood to being an adult. Connor’s story reminds us that with the right support young people and their families can make positive changes. Enclosed is our Annual Review 2018, also available at http://motiv8south.org.uk/, which contains details of achievements for the past 12 months including other individual success stories. In this age of austerity with pressure on public services, the demise in youth provision, and the complexity of issues affecting young people, the need for Motiv8’s services is greater than any time in our 20 year history. We are committed to maintaining a sustainable, accessible presence in the communities we serve across Portsmouth and Hampshire, but we need your help. To mark our 20th Anniversary we are asking all our supporters to consider helping us in 3 specific ways: 1. Donate to our 20th anniversary Motiv8 Havant Centre Fund, raising

£350,000. We are launching an ambitious capital project to create a dedicated permanent facility in Havant for young people and families. Investing in such facilities, at a time when public spaces are under increasing pressure with youth clubs and children’s centres closing, ensures that over the long term our charitable resources can be focused on providing front line services and we remain embedded in the communities we serve. 2. Regular monthly giving to help us support more young people like Connor, it costs us £240 per month to provide targeted support to one young person (8 people giving £30 per month makes this possible). 3. Stay in touch through giving us consent to keep you updated with our e-newsletter**. 4. Back in 1998 when Motiv8 was founded, we relied on public funding for approximately 90% of our income, in 2018 public funding will support approximately half of what we do and this proportion has been decreasing year on year. Please help us to continue to meet the demand

for Motiv8 services in the Community, in Education and support into Employment. We need your support like never before. Connor felt Motiv8 was his “safe place” and years later when Connor experienced a significant bereavement it was Motiv8 he turned to for support. Helping Connor look at positive options for his future was an important part of the grieving process and with support he joined the Army and had a successful career for 5 years. Unfortunately due to injury Connor had to leave the Army and needed to consider next steps, Connor recalled his time with Motiv8 and decided he wanted to use his experiences to positively influence other young people. Today we are delighted that Connor has joined the Motiv8 team as a Support worker and is providing life chances for young people. You will find a pull out form in the middle of the Annual Review and in the eversion, or visit Motiv8’s VirginGiving page here to make a donation and also to sign up to continue to stay in touch. **New General Data Protection Regulations (GDPR) which come into force this month mean that without your consent we will not be able to stay in touch, so please do return the form as we value our partnership with you.

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Success for Havant WEA Courses

From Sue Young

Courses for Havant’s Workers’ Educational Association (WEA) have now ended until September 2018. The autumn and spring courses in 2017 and 2018 proved very successful with many new people joining. In History members thoroughly enjoyed the study of “Taverns and Ale Houses” followed by “Preparation to repel the invader”, both presented by Jennifer Goldsmith. A new lecturer to Art Appreciation, Prasannajit de Silva, gave an excellent course on, “Art and Society in the 19th century,” and in Literature Christine Houseley presented “The Short Stories and Poems of Thomas Hardy” and the challenging question of “What Happened Next in Famous Novels?” There were also two stimulating short courses, “An Introduction to

Archaeology” by Michael Pengelly, and an “Introduction to Media Studies” by Alyson Watts that evoked very lively discussion. The Day school, “What do we mean by Landscape?” by Geoffrey Mead, gave a full view of different kinds of landscapes throughout Britain. On behalf of Havant WEA Committee, I would like to thank everyone who attends our Courses and Day Schools and the knowledgeable and entertaining lecturers. Also the many local publications and outlets that carry our adverts and brochures. These range from magazines and newspapers to local libraries and radio stations, shops and notice boards – without this support it would be difficult to bring awareness of the WEA to the locality. Look out for our new brochures and adverts this summer.

POSTCODE PUBLICATIONS MATCH FUND TREE PLANTING Thanks to Ralph Cousins’ community project idea, Postcode Publications were invited and pleased to match fund the £700.00 costs with the Havant Chamber of Commerce, to supply and plant three Prunus Snowgoose, and four Columnar Oak "Koster" trees along the Civic Centre Plaza roundabout boundary. This environmental enhancement will be enjoyed by passers by for many years to come as the trees mature and grow. ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||

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from Derek Wood, Mike Waite and John Forster - Match Organiser Team, Horizon Angling Club for the Disabled

STORIES Challenging conditions greeted the 6 brave members who attended the rearranged Match 4 at Hambrook on Tuesday. The predicted thunder and lightning did not materialise but bouts of heavy rain and blustery winds made conditions difficult for fishing resulting in an early departure for a couple of anglers. There was a lot of carp spawning activity especially around the margins on the top island, so Terry was pleased about that. There were some decent carp coming to the net with both Dave and Sue P both landing fish at 9lbs 4ozs for a bonus point each. Sue finished with 4 carp for 26lbs 14ozs to win with Dave runner up with 2 carp for 14lbs 12ozs. They were the only members to catch on the day. Thanks to Mike Waite and John Forster for officiating and providing results. RESULT 1st Sue Parkin 26lbs 14ozs 12pts* 2nd Dave O’Donnell 14lbs 12ozs 7pts* Mike Waite, Denis Bloodworth, Aaron Norgrove and John Forster score 1pt *inc Heaviest Fish Bonus Point (9lbs 4ozs POINTS LEAGUE TABLE 1 Derek Wood 30pts 2 John Forster 23pts 3 JJ Knight 20pts =4 Alan and Sue P 19pts WEIGHTS LEAGUE TABLE 1 Derek Wood 37lbs 1oz 2 Alan Wood 33lbs 8ozs 3 Sue Parkin 32lbs 7ozs 4 Dave O’Donnell 26lbs 2ozs Cheers and Tight Lines Derek Wood Match Organiser Horizon Angling Club for the Disabled

Passport Control? Hurtling at two hundred miles an hour from Zurich to Paris on the TGV recently, someone suggested that our passports may be required for inspection as we crossed the border into an EU member country; so we put them together on the table. Our passports were not needed, so we picked them up ready for inspection at Paris Gar du Nord before catching the Eurostar to London. I walked up to passport control at Gar du Nord, standing gazing at the camera whilst placing ‘my’ passport for examination in the mandatory way. After a ponderous wait, I was rejected for person to person examination the old fashioned way. My companions and I were allowed to board, eventually arriving home in England. A week later came a telephone call from my travelling companions asking if I had the correct passport. I looked, and imagine my utter amazement, I didn’t! Quickly putting that right, I realised that I had come back home on someone else’s’ passport. If I had managed this then surely it begs the question how many others might either purposefully or unintentionally enter the UK in a similar way? ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||

Challenging conditions greeted the six brave members who attended the rearranged Match 4 at Hambrook. The predicted thunder and lightning did not materialise but bouts of heavy rain and blustery winds made conditions difficult for fishing resulting in an early departure for a couple of anglers. There was a lot of carp spawning activity especially around the margins on the top island, so Terry was pleased about that. There were some decent carp coming to the net with both Dave and Sue P both landing fish at 9lbs 4ozs for a bonus point each. Sue finished with 4 carp for 26lbs 14ozs to win with Dave runner up with 2 carp for 14lbs 12ozs. They were the only members to catch on the day.

The young people of Havant based, Music Fusion, are preparing to launch its fourth album, Mavericks II, in its ‘Words not Weapons’, campaign to challenge issues surrounding the influence of gang culture. Music Fusion, is a charity that helps young people going through challenging circumstances to find a better path through music. They have been running since 2002 and have helped more than 30,000 young people in that time. Its ‘Words not Weapons’ project has been running since 2011 and has gathered pace and momentum in seven years. The first album involved just eight young people and now Marvericks II will work with more than 100 musicians. The music and lyrics performed and written by these young people will create a thought provoking compelling journey of hope. Telling young people to think for themselves, stand up for themselves and don't be like sheep and follow the crowd. The charity’s aim is to empower young people to make informed decisions and spread a positive message that there are other ways and paths to take. Jinx Prowse CEO at Music Fusion commented; “There have been a multitude of shocking stories recently surrounding knife and gun crime. In London and other parts of the country we have seen a drastic increase in knife and gun related incidents and it continues to grow. “Young people are disengaged, disillusioned and have a lack of positive role

models. There are fewer youth clubs, open access music provision and things for them to do. Some youngsters may not have the advantages of others and feel cornered. They can't see a way out, so turn to drugs, crime and gang culture as a result.” Mike James, Music Fusion Operations Manager, continued; "It's the negative cycle we aim to break. All of our young people are extremely talented, intelligent and motivated. “They are just looking for something to focus their energy, a cause to get behind. We give them the tools to enable them to express themselves whilst at the same time making their communities safer places to live." During the next nine months young people will be recording a double album of Hip-Hop, Grime and Rap music that tackles difficult subjects including knife and gun crime, drug abuse, mental health and poverty. There will be a filmed documentary, meeting, writing and recording with VIP artists, culminating in a run of live shows to get their positive messages to the masses. Matt Stevens, Music Fusion Project Manager added; "Doing the right thing isn't always easy, if the environment you're in promotes violence, crime, racism and homophobia. It's easier to stay quiet or even start to share the same values. We aim to have open discussions about people's perceptions and challenge them in a positive way." If you want to know more about Music Fusion visit www.musicfusion.org.uk

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Epic Row Completed!

Langstone Adventure Rowing, based at Northney Marina, Hayling Island has been working for the last two years with a team of doctors and nurses from Southampton Children’s Hospital, to undertake a daring

row from Jersey to Southampton to raise funds for the city’s children’s emergency and trauma department appeal. Known as J2S and described as “epic” by five-time Olympic gold medallist Sir Steve Redgrave and backed by double Olympic champion James Cracknell. “Congratulations to all the doctors and nurses taking part in this epic row from Jersey to Southampton to raise

money for the new children’s emergency and trauma department. What an amazing thing they are all doing, good luck and well done – they all deserve gold medals,” said Sir Steve. The crew of twelve trained for eighteen months to learn to row and cox themselves in the Gig Laura Jane over the 200km Challenge – managing the difficult tides & rocks around Jersey & Alderney; crossing the busiest Shipping area in the world in the Channel and the demanding tidal flows on the West Solent and Southampton Water. All did not go as planned! One rower was injured, and the crew reduced to eleven! Then, as the crew arrived in Jersey

on 7th June, it became clear that a weather front on the south side of the Channel could scupper the ‘midday Friday to Saturday evening’ Row Plan. The whole thing could be cancelled! So, the crew accepted to bring the row forward and start on Thursday at Midnight instead – turning the row into an even more challenging two nights and a day! Arriving at 2.30 am on 9th June in Ocean Village having been on the water for over twenty-six hours. Not only that, the early start also meant that tides were against us, where they should have been ‘with us’. Rowing up the Solent, against the tide for eight hours at the end of the epic voyage was very demanding!

MIKEY SETS AN EXAMPLE So Wear Yellow Day will be very different this year, as families and friends travel to London, to march through the streets. For the second year running, his parents Kayleigh and Dale Broad have very kindly allowed his image to be used on banners and postcards, to advertise Cystic Fibrosis Week, in June, culminating in Wear Yellow Day, on June 22.The local (Portsmouth) branch of the Cystic Fibrosis (CF) Trust is grateful to the Pfizer Havant Community Fund, for making this possible.We were able to send a gift of space hoppers and school packs to the youngest CF children in the borough, to encourage them, their little friends, and their families to bounce. The photo shows Mikey's banners, held by Sue Kruk and her son Xavi.A couple of years

ago, she and Xavi (48) completed the Couch to 5 K scheme, in Havant , and Sue , at 75, enjoys her swimming lessons, aqua exercise and gentle walking. Mikey's Mum, as soon as she found out about CF, decided that she would encourage Mikey to be extra active. She also set up a facebook page, Mikey's CF Journey @mikeybroadCF, to raise funds for charity and

foster understanding. She and Dale, and Mikey's maternal grandparents organise Little B’s Race Day (named after Mikey) as an annual event. It raises money for the CF Trust and hopes to raise awareness of this chronic, genetic illness. Almost one hundred and fifty tickets have been sold and the family is hoping to beat the amount of money they've raised for the CF Trust the last two years to help with their vital research into finding a cure for their little boy and all those with CF. Fifty years ago, when the Trust was first set up, most children with CF tragically died in early childhood.Twice or thrice daily physiotherapy, medications, and a special diet become a way of life, with frequent hospital visits and sometimes intravenous antibiotics thrown in. But cystic fibrosis is different for every

person, and happily, most children with CF will now live to adulthood, and lead, to the outside world, a near normal life, with education, work, travel and sport all possible. Only family-- parents, siblings, partners, children- and close friends know about the hard work and dedication needed behind the scenes.. The treatment is relentless, every single day of life, and can dominate the life of the whole family. Please help by at least wearing something yellow on 22 June, and joining Mikey in supporting over ten thousand young people in the UK. Many of you have already helped so much, by signing a recent petition about Orkambi and precision drugs in the pipeline, organised by two CF mothers, Gemma Weir

Heroines of their own story On a sunny, crisp, Sunday morning the Rural Refugee Network (RRN) held their third annual fund-raising ‘Walk for Hope’, starting with a gentle climb to the South Downs Way from Elsted and returning through Treyford to the Village Hall. This year, a number of Syrian refugee families, and one newly relocated Sudanese family, all rehoused and aided by RRN, took part. Together with volunteers and supporters of RRN they trekked through the beautiful West Sussex countryside - a far cry from the war torn destruction of the cities they once called home. Following the walk, over refreshments in Elsted Village Hall, two young Syrian refugees from among the first resettled here with the aid of RRN, spoke with experience beyond their years of the journey that brought them to our shores. Five years ago in 2013, Larisa, now aged 19, was leading a normal life, with no thought that she would ever leave Syria, but when her home town was razed to the ground in the course of just one day, her family were forced to move to Jordan, where they remained for three years. Assessed under the Vulnerable Persons Relocation Scheme (VPRS), the family arrived at Gatwick with one bag each and only memories of their home before the war. Met by volunteers from the British Red Cross to start their new life in the UK, even tired

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from travelling, Larisa was fascinated by the lush green beautiful landscape on the drive to Liss and the house with the small garden that was to be their new home and the start of a safe and peaceful life. Once settled Larisa was able to turn her attention to the importance of education. Seventeen years old by this time, she wished to complete her last year of school and move on to University, but with no proof of her qualifications she was required to retake them. A further three years ahead of her before she could attend University in the UK, whereas her friends in Jordan would be heading to University this year, was a setback which took some time to come to terms with. However, Larisa has already completed these GCSE’s and is now studying for her A Levels in Biology, Chemistry and Maths. Understandably still struggling somewhat with English, its use of terms and phrases so foreign to her ear, she is determined to gain 3 A’s in order to study medicine. Becoming a doctor was a childhood dream for Larisa, now a young adult, her experience of war has become the driving force to achieving this goal; to one day be able to return to Syria, to Jordan and other warzones, with the knowledge and expertise that will help ease the pain war inflicts. This courageous young lady, who will never give up her dream of being a doctor and returning to her own country, left those listening to her in

tears and full of admiration. At the start of the Syrian war in 2011, Rasha, now aged 18, and her family would hear bombs drop and explode so close to their home they had no choice but to flee, leaving friends, extended family and possessions behind. With just the clothes on their back and a few possessions they were able to carry in backpacks, Rasha and her immediate family fled to Lebanon. Homeless and frightened on an uncertain journey the family were eventually taken to a refugee camp. Visibly upset by her memories, Rasha recalled wondering if she would be safe there.Would she be able to finish her studies? She was a good student at home, learning English, but here there was no school, no welcome, no food and no healthcare. This was life in the camp for the next five years. Once again under the VPRS, a refugee family found their lives changed forever. They received a call to say that a home had been found and they would be moving to the UK. Rasha expressed her family’s gratitude to the RRN and the many people involved in providing their new life, where she is able to

continue her much valued education. Yet she will never forget those left they behind in the camp. Every time she eats she wonders if they are eating too, if they have enough food, and if they are safe. One day Rasha will also return to her homeland of Syria, where she wants to open an Orphanage. ‘I will do this.This is my future,’ she says with determination, before asking for a moments silence for all of those who have died and continue to die in Syria. Upon hearing the girls speak first-hand, these victims of war but heroines of their own story, volunteers at RRN feel compelled to continue their work. The need for more homes is paramount to the cause, without them the charity is unable to offer solace and peace to families in great need. The RRN relies on the generosity of private landlords wishing to offer a safe haven to a refugee family. If you own a suitable property, this could be one you are converting or have inherited, which you might wish to rent to a refugee family, please contact the RRN for more information, at: hello@ruralrefugeenetwork.org or visit our website at: www.ruralrefugeenetwork.org Please give some thought to helping us help those in desperate need.

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Health and fitness in 2018 Pine Pollen – The health booster!

by Denise Kelly

Life is for thriving…not just surviving

For those of you that know me, or have been a client of mine, you will know my love for super foods! I am always on the look out for something new and amazingly beneficial for the body. I agree that some supplements are great, but the reason, in my belief that super foods excel in the Nutrition category is because the body recognises super foods as a food. So will absorb what it needs. Plus it’s a natural product that will drench each and every cell with goodness! I have talked a lot about Bee Pollen in the past, which is an amazing super food that I love for all kinds of ailments. It’s especially good this time of year when hay fever is rife. However there is another little gem in the wings that is actually nothing new in the world of Chinese medicine, but is fast becoming one of the best super foods in our western world for its unbelievable health benefits. This little gem is called Pine Pollen. I have so many clients coming to me with hormonal imbalances around the age of 35 and upward.We are all subject to toxins in the environment that produce estrogen, resulting in potential fertility issues, benign fibroid growths and breast cancer, and both men, as well as women, usually by the age of 50 produce significantly less testosterone. This is especially true after male andropause and female menopause. However, consuming androgenic foods, like pine pollen, helps to balance these higher amounts of

xenoestrogens, balancing both testosterone and estrogen equally, which is highly beneficial. Generally, pollen extract is not recommended for children and should be avoided by male adolescences, which on average naturally produce healthy amounts of testosterone. In mid-life, when you perhaps need a bit of a boost, its important to remember that testosterone is not only good for increasing sex drive but also helps to promote feelings of well-being, uplifts the mood and stimulates a sense of will power and enthusiasm for life. Containing a substance called phenylalanine, an L-dopa precursor, which helps to stimulate dopamine levels in the brain, it is additionally believed to act as a natural antidepressant. In the world that we live in today, with 1 in 6 people being prescribed anti-depressants, is it not worth trying this wonderful super food first to see how you feel? There are so many other health benefits to add to the list. Pine pollen is considered a highly nutritious food providing a broad spectrum of vitamins, minerals, all essential amino acids and immune system boosting antioxidants. Containing folic acid and other B vitamins, beta-carotene,Vit. E, selenium, calcium, iron, magnesium, nucleic acids, living enzymes, MSM, polysaccharides, essential fatty acids and a great source of vitamin D3. And if you are all about slowing the aging process down, you may be interested to know that

Pine Pollen helps to build keratin and collagen, two compounds essential for healthy nails, hair and skin tissue. The powder can be also be used externally by adding it to an oil or cream and used for eczema, rashes or even acne. The pollen is known among Asian women for its beautifying effects, contributing to smooth and youthful looking skin, when used both topically or consumed as a powder. Because the pollen is comprised of the sulphuric compound known as MSM, it additionally acts as a powerful natural anti-inflammatory agent and pain reliever, especially for the joints and conditions like arthritis and chronic inflammatory disorders. Does pine pollen cause allergies? Those who are in an atmosphere filled with pine pollen dust, can't help but inhale or take it in indirectly. But, although these pollens are found in abundance, they are not the common cause of hay fever or allergy symptoms, like ragweeds or other tree or grass species. Pine tree pollen is produced in large amounts by a common tree, but it is not a major cause of pollen allergies for most people. This is because the components in pine pollen are less likely to cause an allergic

Wild harvested Pine Pollen powder reaction. This is thought to be due to its relatively large-sized molecule and low antigenicity effects or the capacity to induce immune response. If you have health challenges and would like a personalized consultation please contact: 07730 671436 or e-mail: info@denisekelly.co.uk Clinics are in Bosham, West Sussex or Harley Street, London. Each initial consultation is 2 hours and you will have a full health check on my Asyra testing devise. This shows me exactly what your body needs, No guesswork needed. Consultations from £190.00. Life is for thriving…not just surviving

Solent Sunbeam fleet celebrate ninety-five years on the waterFrom Sarah Johnson The historic Solent Sunbeam fleet celebrated ninety-five years on the water with a weekend of excellent racing on Chichester Harbour at the end of May in their special 95th Anniversary Regatta. Nineteen of the class, which was designed by the eminent designer Alfred Westmacott in 1922, took to the water for a perfect weekend of sunshine and moderate breezes. Such is the longevity of the class that the first Sunbeam,V1, Dainty, at 95 years old was racing against a one year old boat! The first day of competition starting in cloudless skies and moderate 15-knot breezes which increased to 20 knots during the course of the day. In the first race, Julian Money sailing V42 Penny raced into an early lead followed by Roger Wickens in V26 Danny. Danny, however, forged ahead. Behind Penny, Tim Hill in V25 Query pipped V68 Sky on the finish line for third place. In the second race there was some close racing between Danny and V18 Polly sailed by Nick Leach. These two had a good lead over the chasing pack and they finished first and second respectively. The second day dawned windless but after

some delay a light breeze emerged. With the tide ebbing this put a premium on fast downwind sailing and the marks consequently became fiercely contested. Danny led from the first mark followed closely by Polly and these two maintained their positions until the end. Unfortunately for Polly she was disqualified for being over the line at the start, giving second place to Penny. With three first places, Roger Wickens in Danny secured the regatta victory with one race to spare. In the final race, Query and V14 Jabberwocky, sailed by Mike Weston, led from the first mark and kept their positions until the end. Behind them, Danny and Polly had another close tussle but Danny prevailed in the end. The overall results were in doubt until the final leg of the last race, such was the closeness of the competition. In the end, Query was second overall, just one point ahead of Penny, who was also one point ahead of Polly.

Ninety-five Sunbeamers celebrating the class’ birthday with a special dinner at Itchenor Sailing Club Results 1. V26 – Danny – Roger and Jacky Wickens, Tim Martell 2. V25 – Query – Tim Hill, Jenny Yeates, Jacqui Evans 3. V42 – Penny – Julian Money, Richard and Sarah Pearson

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STANSTED PARK FOUNDATION THROUGH THE GLASSHOUSE Stansted Park Foundation is delighted to announce that it has secured first stage funding from the Heritage Lottery Fund (HLF) towards a new visitor centre and exhibition of the Ponsonby family. The award is a vital step in beginning important restoration work to the derelict Victorian glasshouse, one of a pair in the estate’s Walled Gardens. The second was restored in 1999 and houses the popular Pavilion Tea Rooms. The Foundation will receive initial funds from the HLF to support the initial stages of the final project. The ‘Through the Glasshouse’ project puts Stansted Park’s rich heritage right at the core of the site. A wide range of activities will encourage participation from audiences of all ages, including a Visitor Welcome and Information point, exhibition space and workshop rooms along with formal and informal education programmes. One of the key aims of the project is to introduce Stansted’s visitors to its landscape and rich history – including its most recent owners, the Ponsonby family. ‘I am in no doubt that the proposed conversion of the dilapidated structures in the Walled Garden to a Visitor and Education Centre will secure the future of these historic structures and provide much needed interpretation facilities for visitors. More people, young and old, will be able to understand the significance of this important country house and its relationship with the landscape in which it sits,’ said Dr John Godfrey, Chairman, Sussex Heritage Trust. In 2016, the Stansted Foundation secured ownership of the nationally significant Ponsonby Family Archive

Collection, which brings alive the extraordinary stories of one of the country’s most influential families. The substantial archive comprises medals, miniatures, letters, photographs and personal documents, including handwritten notes from Queen Victoria to Sir Henry Ponsonby, her private secretary. Other highlights of the collection include Frederick Ponsonby’s sword, which saved his life at the Battle of Waterloo and is considered to be one of the nation’s most important surviving artefacts from the battle. James Cooper, Director of the Stansted Park Foundation, said: ‘We are very excited at the new facilities the project will offer visitors to connect directly with Stansted’s rich heritage. They will move ‘through the glasshouse’ and out into the wider estate with a greater understanding of the history and significance of the site.’ The dilapidated glasshouse at Stansted

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