The Weekend Sun - 4 May 2018

4 May 2018, Issue 906

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Bus buddy p4-5

Making a statement

Meals on wheels p16

Safer radio waves p20

in appreciation of a new shared cycle way and boardwalk.

It was a hi-vis demonstration of pedal power. ut re si nifi antl , t de and auran a it If cars are the problem, they said, then bicycles are a un il and A a e a reater it ent t part of the solution. cycle infrastructure.

It was as big as the pelaton at the Tour de France – lin is a ular and ra idl r win a ti it in about 100 cyclists massed at Ila Park in Hairini mid-week

Tauranga and the group says more safe cycle trails are needed to keep people healthy and to unclutter the roads.

The story of the cycle group, their demands and the new shared cycle way is on page 10.

Photo: Bruce Barnard.

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r all, in ase an ne ares, is an Aucklander who has been overstaying in Tauranga for six years. He’s written a bleat r tu dissin ur fine it , allin it a cultural wasteland and having a crack at the recent referendum which demolished the museum idea. ha e s e news r r all.

There’s been a thing called democracy at play here, whether you like it or not.

So only a third of the eligible voters had their say.

The other two thirds clearly don’t care; have relinquished their right to be counted.

They had their chance. And the result is the museum plan has been rejected.

Personally I’d love to see a museum here.

And so would most of the locals. But not if it’s council-funded against the will of the majority of the city shareholders.

The ratepayers. The people who are actually expected to pay for it.

Hell, you can set one up in my building at No 1 The Strand if you like. It’s already a heritage-listed building and might suit your ‘cultural’ expectations. Just don’t expect the city’s funders (ratepayers) to shell out against their will.

No bottomless pit

The council is not some magical fairy godmother with unlimited billions of dollars to spend on nice things.

That might be how it happens in Awkland, which already gets a disproportionate amount of spending and attention thrown at it, because it’s the biggest and the noisiest. But here, we work on democracy and a budget.

This may come as a bit of shock to some of you, but the council is in fact an organisation funded almost entirely by a group of people. They are called ratepayers.

And oddly enough, the ratepayers still have a bit of say in how their contributed money is spent.

Strange notion, perhaps that the money collected should be spent how the

ntri ut rs see fit, rather than h w th se who don’t pay it, think. Or how some Awklanders or anyone else from lesser regions of the nation, think.

And for the information of the recent arrivals, the museum debate has been going on for decades. It’s not a new thing, Mr all. u re a it ehind the la here.

If you knew you were moving to a “cultural wasteland” as you state, why complain now? Thought you’d rock in, eh, and force the grandiose plans of few upon the majority? A bit miffed, are we, that Tauranga folk are quite staunch and don’t like being bullied?

past rorts, such as the art gallery. It was meant to be a one-off cost to establish and then sel undin . et the rate a er in ut is nudging a million a year. I’m not saying we shouldn’t have an art gallery.

Just that many ratepayers feel they were sold a lemon; and the sour taste lingers.

No wonder the payers are shy on it ent t ther ash s he es.

Natural attributes

Bleeding the payers

The old argument about Tauranga being a “cultural desert” doesn’t wash. There are alread t an e le in here, drawn by the many natural attributes.

Tauranga doesn’t need cultural trinkets to be attractive. It is already growing faster than it an e, hen e the tra fi snarls at every end of the city. ne all s uddies, a ish eill also managed a swipe at our paradise.

“Dunedin is no Tauranga; it has heritage, culture and a pulse.”

Again, Hamish, if Dunedin pushes your lofty cultural buttons, feel free to feck off there. Don’t bother tooting as you leave; we’re too busy eating feijoas in our t-shirts and sandy feet, enjoying 23 degrees in the autumn sun. u s su h as unedin need artifi ial facilities because, frankly, there’s stuff all t li e a ut the la e. et the wall w in a few old cruddy buildings and an air of damp bagpipes. It’s all they’ve got. Those places need man-made attractions because they bereft of natural assets. Such as a climate, for starters.

The ratepayers of this city might also be more supportive of a museum if the basics of the city were managed successfully. u h as tra fi . he rthern in . lass collection. But when you can’t even keep it tra fi win r lle t e t in bottles, it’s a bit rich to make grandiose plans for a museum.

The ratepayers have also been stung by

If there are so many wiser folk out there with lofty ideals about what Tauranga “needs” then let them dig deep into their own pockets and fund it.

Fine example: Classic Flyers. A group of people who decided to set up a museum.

They didn’t go cap in hand to bleed the council, they got on with setting it up the sel es. And ade a ll fine it.

There is more than one way to skin a cat, than ee in the rate a ers.

Then all the people, including the Dawklanders and even the Dunedinites who feel so sorry for us, can pay for it.

Until then, busy yourself in front of the coal range with your Vicks Vaporub and pull your beak out of our business.

Help yourself to the feijoas

hen u re read r ur ride ut, r all, ll ladl dr u at unners, the Tron or the bottom of the Bombays.

Unless you’d rather ride your cultural high horse back to your cultural high ground. It’s been interesting to have you, but we were managing quite well before.

If you have an idea for funding a museum – or anything else for that matter – that isn’t against the majority wishes of those who’ll pay for it, we’ll be keen to listen.

Help yourself to the avocados and feijoas as u lea e. u ll need the ita ins where you’re going. brian@thesun.co.nz

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He might have lost his seat after one term in 2016, but former Tauranga City councillor John Robson has been given a second chance by voters after winning the recent by-election.

As the su ess ul andidate r a field , hn will be sworn in at an extraordinary council meeting on Monday. After that, he intends to get to work.

“The big thing is, can we move these numbers [proposed rate increases] between now and signing off the Long Term Plan?

“I believe I've been elected because a number of people want to see that happen.”

Current councillors Steve Morris and Rick Curach both publicly supported John's bid for council and he says he'll be working alongside them to make sure there are changes to the Long Term Plan.

To begin with, he's not a supporter of the museum as it stands.

“I've made it pretty clear I'm totally against the proposed $55 million museum on Cliff Road.

“It's a matter of prioritisation. We have some things we need to do as a city, and some of the arguments for a museum just don't wash.

“It's not a great economic stimulus, and we don't need to attract people to this city.”

Quality blinds

He says our roads are “grinding to a halt” and the issues with the city's recycling need to be addressed.

“The idea we need to pander to tourism is not at the top of my agenda. Promising large buildings and tellin e le we an finan e the with ut t u hin the ratepayer is a fantasy. We need to focus on successfully managing a growing city.

“That means the water, the roads, and the basics.

“Let's see where we are once those are under control.” Nearest rival Mark Wassung, who was si nifi antl ahead the ther andidates and nl a few hundred votes short of winning, believes the result shows there are two kinds of voter in Tauranga.

“There’s clearly a divide in this city, between people who want to be strategic and progressive and plan for a future, and the camp that wants to shut down everything and go back to the past.” e sa s he first ran t e a un ill r in , and exceeded his own expectations in coming sixth out of the at large candidates back then. thin this ti e the i field andidates split the vote – if I’d picked up votes from other candidates I might have nailed it. But that’s life.”

Although he didn’t win, Mark says the result has buoyed him, and he plans to run again in 2019.

“I’m upbeat about it. I’ll continue to do work with all three councils and the community.”

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Bridges wants museum

Tauranga MP and National Party leader Simon Bridges says he's disappointed with the results of the museum referendum, but still intends to push for its construction if returned to government in 2020.

Early results this week show 40.6 per cent of voters are in favour of a museum for Tauranga, compared to 59.6 per cent opposed.

“I'm disappointed because I think a museum would have been great,” says Simon.

“I think the council overreached by putting forward proposals that, on some estimates, were close to the $100 million mark.

“A museum would be acceptable only at a more dest finan ial a unt.

Relief fund for Rotorua flood

A relief fund is being set up for community donations to the Rotorua residents affected by a delu e whi h ded re than 20 Rotorua homes last Sunday, resulting in a state of emergency being declared. t rua a es un il has een fieldin offers of donations from generous community members who want to help those dealing with the a ter ath the ds n unda , sa s t rua Mayor Steve Chadwick.

The administration of the fund is being worked thr u h with the fi e i il e en e inister Kris Faafoi. A Mayoral Fund was discussed with the Minister during the visit and he has taken a letter of request back to parliament.

House values stabilising

Tauranga home values have risen 3.8 per cent year on year and 0.8 per cent over the past three months.

The average value in the city is now $704,183, a rdin t latest fi ures.

The Western Bay of Plenty market fared slightly better, rising 6.8 per cent year on year and 2.2 per cent over the past three months.

The average value in the district is now $630,703.

QV Tauranga property consultant Steven Dunn says Tauranga continues to see good interest, "especially for those looking to purchase in the hi her ri e ra et as well as r first home buyers".

Toppling of the surf club

A Tauranga landmark has come tumbling down this week as the Mount Maunganui Lifeguard Service building project enters its next phase.

The current building, which has stood on the Main Beach site since 1979, was to be levelled this week as a digger joined demolition crews on Thursday.

Those demolition crews have spent the past month securing the site and removing asbestos ahead of the $3 million rebuild of the club, with club chairman Paul Manning excited about the progress.

SunLive Comment of the Week ‘Busy during season’ by Chris on ‘Train hits car near Te Puke’.

“With how busy this road is during kiwifruit season I’m amazed that there hasn’t been more of a push to put some rail lights at this crossing.”

Turbans and traffic jams on Route 80 A pioneer, a bus driver, a husband and father, and a damned nice, all-round Kiwi bloke – Route 80 Bayhopper driver Baldev Singh. Photos: Bruce Barnard

Public bus services don’t generate too much positive feedback.

Not many compliments.

“It’s the nature of the beast,” says wellknown Rotorua coach operator, Reesby’s Duncan Wiggins. “People only ring to complain.” Bus late, no bus, bus driver rude, untidy bus, bus too fast, bus too slow, bus not stopping.

But when a bus driver doesn’t get any feedback, it can also be construed as a ringing endorsement, as glowing praise.

“It probably means he’s doing everything absolutely right,” says Duncan.

As in the case of Katikati’s ‘Turban Man’ – the turban-wearing Sikh pilot of Bayhopper’s route 80 – Baldev Singh who’s achieved a level of localised celebrity at the wheel of the Katikati to Tauranga Bayhopper bus service.

“BD – for bus driver or Baldev,” says regular rider, graphic designer Kerri

Wheeler. “He must be the coolest bus driver in the Bay” Yep, cool and urbane, sophisticated and ultured. nfident, har in , urte us, arin , refined and di nified and an other words adding up to debonair.

Trademark bright red turban, a palette of white, silver and grey in that paddock of a beard, moustache twirled into an artwork with wax, deep dark mysterious eyes – a bus driver who cuts a dash.

Bus driver and a pioneer to boot. “I came to New Zealand 29 years ago, Katikati 28 year ago.” From a little village called Nakodar Dargabad, in the district of Jalandar close to Amritsar’s Golden Temple itself – the home of Sikhs. e were the first ndian a il in Katikati.” He loves Katikati. ”Proud of it, proud of the people, proud of my country.”

The country being New Zealand.

While he raised a family of three with wife Harminder Kaur he drove buses, a

milk delivery truck and toiled for 13 years in a supermarket. “Then I was reading a newspaper in the smoko room and I saw the ad.” He applied and was given charge of the Katikati to Tauranga Bayhopper bus service. He was a very happy man.

“Topped off with his aviator shades, yip, BD is an impressive package,” says Kerri.

“Another passenger suggested we should photograph Baldev for The Weekend Sun.” So we plonked photographer Bruce Barnard aboard the Bayhopper at Te Puna at 10am on Tuesday. The service was 20 minute late – Baldev was pulling out of Te Puna at exactly the time he should have been pulling into Wharf Street.

“Some people are grumpy, but I am not a grumpy person. I keep smiling.” Unless his Bayhopper gets snarled in bumper to u er tra fi sna in r ethlehe back up SH2 beyond the Omokoroa turnoff. Accelerator, brake, accelerator, brake, stop, start, stop, start. Continued...

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Exercising for mental health Sexual assault, drug addiction, bulimia, domestic violence, attempted suicide and posttraumatic stress disorder.

Papamoa’s Rachel Axis has survived it all, in part due to the help on the end of the telephone from Lifeline.

Lifeline calls for suicide support in New Zealand increased from 48,186 to 159,616 from 2016 to 2017 – an increase of 231 per cent.

In the Bay of Plenty calls increased from 5589 to 9228.

Snap Fitness has teamed up with Lifeline to try to raise $250,000 to keep the service going with an eightweek challenge promoting mental and physical well-being. Rachel is among 2500 Snap Fitness members doing the Now Rachel, 28, is paying it forward challenge over April and May. by taking part in an eight-week ® MEDIHONEY ® MEDIHONEY “Throughout my teens and my drug challenge to raise funds for Lifeline. ® MEDIHONEY MEDIHONEY® ® MEDIHONEY

addiction I would call Lifeline any time, night or day, when I needed to have a chat and remind myself that everything was going to be okay. This challenge, for me, is a way of giving back.”

For Rachel, mum and step-mum to two school-aged children, her focus for the challenge will be on exercising for mental well-being.

“It really helps me stay on track.”

A long-time vegetarian, Rachel will also be trying a plant-based only diet during the challenge.

“I had a history of bulimia throughout my teens and put on weight when I gave up drugs and was in rehab. I’ve had to learn healthy ways of fuelling my body.

“It’s all about knowledge, education and respecting your body.” Rachel describes herself as “anti-establishment” and for many years fought against taking medication to help her cope with her mental health issues.

“For years I avoided medication because I was put on an antidepressant as a teenager that wasn’t right for me and it ended in first sui ide atte t.

Two-and-a-half years ago she was put on the same medication, with the same result. Her last suicide attempt resulted in a proper diagnosis of her illness, and medication that works for her.

“I don’t think I would be sitting here today without it.”

The medication is teamed with a weekly counselling

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“Exercise is my way of reaching a high. It’s a time for me to put all that shit energy into something. It doesn’t have to be a hard workout, it can just be going for a stroll.” Rachel is in her third year of a social work degree at the University of Waikato and is also studying to become a personal trainer, helping others like her incorporate exercise as part of their ongoing treatment.

Rachel says her past experience has left her in a permanent state of fi ht r i ht .

“I’m always prepared for danger.

“Something will set me off and I’ll go into shut-down mode, pushing everyone away, because that’s how I protect myself.”

Rachel has a fundraising goal of $1000 for Lifeline. To donate visit: www.8weekchallenge.co.nz/ rachelaxis Lifeline provides 24/7 support to people who are overwhelmed or thinking about suicide. To get in touch today call 0800 LIFELINE (543 354) or free text HELP (4357). Read the rest of the story at www.theweekendsun.co.nz Kerry Mitchell

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“It’s quite an enjoyable experience for my daughter to see the eggs and the babies hatch and then, with great anticipation, as they moult their baby feathers, seeing what colours they are going to be,” says Deon. he ud ies that are s e ifi all red r sh w are alled n lish hi iti n ud ies, whi h are tw ti es the si e re ular ud ies, ha e l n er, u fier feathers, and much more pronounced markings. hree the irds that we ha e h sen t sh w ha e een s e ifi all red r their uni ue ariet the e as lear d .

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“If you buy exhibition birds during their breeding stage, the people who are selling them will be selling them later on in their breeding stage, so you will end up buying a bird that someone considers past its sell-by date in terms of breeding successful chicks.”

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Volunteer Brett Gander starts his free junior goalkeeper clinics at Waipuna Park this weekend.

Photos: Leigh Hawes, Waipuna Football Club.

Laying it on the line for football As the winter sports season gets underway The Weekend Sun speaks to one of the hundreds of local volunteers who help make children’s sport possible in the Western Bay of Plenty each year.

It may not involve a lot of running but it’s the most s e ialised siti n n the t all field and n t ne for the faint-hearted.

The role of goalkeeper often means putting your body on the line – literally – to prevent the opposition ball going into the net.

Brett Gander, 53, has been playing goalie since he was a child and coaching others in the role in the Western Bay of Plenty since he was a 16-year-old playing for Otumoetai Football Club.

“There was nothing available for goalkeepers around that time. The only available resources were videos posted by American universities on the internet. I was downloading from there and reading up on it.” He is largely self-taught but recently completed a Goalkeeping Level 1 course.

“My hero growing up was Ray Clemence [Liverpool]. Watching your heroes is always a good thing too.” Brett started off coaching three or four children at Otumoetai and then extended his

coaching sessions to the Katikati Football Club on Sunday mornings. “I had about 40 kids turning up at one stage.”

When Brett’s children started playing football at Waipuna Football Club he coached both here and at Blue Rovers Football Club.

This weekend he will starting his annual free junior goalkeeper clinics at Waipuna Park.

“It try to make myself accessible to anyone and everyone. It’s not just for Waipuna members, but anybody who turns up.”

Brett’s free junior goalkeeper clinics are suitable for ninth grade players onwards and start this Sunday, May 6 from 9-11am at Waipuna Park, continuing until Sunday, May 20.

Mini and junior grade football starts this weekend.

Anyone interested in playing football at Waipuna Football Club can contact the club on email: waipunafc@gmail.com Read the rest of the story at Kerry Mitchell www.theweekendsun.co.nz

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Lions seeking a new lair for book fair Vandals and the homeless have done their worst to upset the Tauranga Harbour City Lions and one of its major annual community fundraising drives.

t s a set a . e will ha e t find s ewhere new,” says Lion Christine Currie.

“And we will continue to do so.’

The Harbour City Lions do a very good book fair. “Last year we increased sales by 50 per cent.”

There’s a hunger for good, cheap books; a good read.

But there’s a problem – a repository, or the lack of a repository.

Last year the Harbour City Lions used the defunct Gate Pa Bowling Club as a repository for books sold at its annual book fair.

Tens of thousands of books were dropped off at collection points around the city before being taken to the bowling club for processing and sorting and then onto the fair at the nearby Tauranga Race Course.

But after last year’s book fair, vandals and the homeless attacked the building on Cameron Road.

“It’s mind-boggling the damage caused,” says Lion Joan Forester. “It’s been trashed. Even the

toilets have been smashed.” Now the building is a boarded-up fortress awaiting demolition.

And that leaves the Lions desperately needing another depot to process books for the fair.

“A large vacant shop would be good – but we need guaranteed occupancy from June when we start collecting books until the sale on October 27-29.” When the Lions moved out of the Gate Pa Bowling Club building after last year’s sale they left it spic and span. “Because we had every intention of coming back here,” says Christine. “It was amazing place. Ideal for our work.”

Vandals have ended that. Even the Lions an t et a ess t the n w rtified ut disused bowling club.

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Locked out of their lair – Lions Andrea Waldie, Joan Forester and Christine Currie. Photo: Nikki South.

Being sure of your ‘why’ In politics it’s very easy to make assumptions as to why you think people vote for you or what you think they want, but the only thing we know about our voters after a General Election is where they are from.

We can break down every voting booth in each electorate around the country to see statistics and percentages of each candidate and their party, but that s a ut all we an find ut with ut further investigation. t s er di fi ult t as ertain wh somebody voted for a person or a party or what they want. The only way to get this information is by polling, doing focus groups, running surveys or directly asking people.

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clayton.mitchell@parliament.govt.nz Your details will not be shared with anybody or anyone but will be used to make sure we have all the right information available to us when we are making decisions as a caucus and as a party.

I am NZ First because I want to see the gap of inequality dramatically decreased and all New Zealanders to be given an equal opportunity to get ahead, I want to see the word ‘responsible’ put in front of the word ‘capitalism’, and I believe in a single New Zealand franchise where all Kiwis are treated the same, where laws are colour blind and no privilege is given to another New Zealander because of their genealogy or birth right.

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Thank you, but we need more cycleways Nearly a hundred Tauranga recreational cyclists turned out en masse this week to say thank you to the NZTA. They gathered at Ila Park on a new commuter and recreational link, a shared cycleway and boardwalk

hugging SH29A from the new Poike Road overbridge to the Hairini roundabout. It’s due to be completed this month.

“A superb facility, a much needed boardwalk and cycleway. And at absolutely no cost to the ratepayer,” says grateful Chris Ingram of the Wednesday Sulphur Point cycling group.

“The new shared cycleway links the cycling and pedestrian networks in Hairini and the Maungatapu underpass,” says the NZTA’s projects team manager, John McCarthy. “It provides a link to Toi Ohomai Institute of Technology and the University of Waikato’s Windermere campuses.”

The gathering of cyclists wasn’t just a thank you.

“It was also to impress on the NZTA our urgent need for more safe commuting trails, especially along state highways and toll roads,” says Chris.

Essential, he says, is the link to connect Papamoa to the Kaituna Bridge trail.

“Cycling is a popular and rapidly growing activity in Tauranga and so there are many cyclists and walkers hungry for more safe linked trails.”

He says the cyclists would also like to thank Tauranga City Council for the cycleways, bridges and signs constructed in the past year; for its surveys and planning. However, he urged more funding “to take cars off our congested roads and for our health and well-being.”

NZTA is working with the council as it develops its Cycle Action Plan. The plan will guide the next stages of the cycle network investment in Tauranga.

And it’s also working with the Western Bay of Plenty District Council and co-investing in the Omokoroa to Tauranga cycleway.

John says NZTA is keen to see more walking and cycling projects in the city to provide people with transport choice, to support the creation of livable cities, to reduce emissions and to improve public health outcomes.

Local climbers honoured

Participants who conquered the Mount Everest Challenge earlier this year have been honoured in a special celebration at Waipuna Hospice.

The challenge required those who took it on to climb Mauao 38 times in 50 days – all while helping to raise crucial funds for Waipuna Hospice.

This year marked the event's fourth year and a total of $121,803.96 was raised.

An informal morning tea held at Waipuna Hospice on Tuesday gave those who joined in a chance to celebrate their achievements.

Waipuna Hospice CEO Richard Thurlow says he's thankful to everyone who has been a part of it.

“We have been overwhelmed with the number of people and organisations who have completed this amazing challenge.

“The dedication people have shown in raising awareness and fundraising such an astounding amount has been awe-inspiring.”

Cycle power – recreational riders gather to celebrate and call for more safe trails.

Photo by Bruce Barnard.

How to feed the world It’s a discussion under the daunting title ‘10 billion mouths’.

It’s a discussion on how those 10 billion mouths will be fed and how this country will contribute.

New Zealand has a global reputation as a producer fine d ut n w the untr s lla rati e agricultural ecosystem is shifting its focus to the development of sustainable ways to feed the world.

Ten billion mouths is a one-day forum in Tauranga on May 23 and one of three headline events which are part of Techweek’18.

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Oodles of fun at doggy playdate

Otis the labradoodle, centre, enjoys his doggy playdates at Fergusson Park.

While the standard poodle might still be a popular breed, these days you’re more likely to come across a moodle, a choodle, a labradoodle, or a spoodle.

With plenty of ‘oodle’ dogs in Tauranga, labradoodle owner Christine Sadlier set up the Bay of Plenty Oodle Club about two years ago. e ers eet n the first unda e er nth from 2-3pm at the Beach Road end of Fergusson Park. This month there will be a special best dressed d e ent, with ri es u r ra s.

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“There’s always plenty of kids there and I bring water bowls, balls and treats. his wee end is a s e ial e ent with ri es r the est dressed d s. h d esn t l e dressin their d u edl e re d s t e d wn.

If you’d like to join the group this weekend they will be meeting at Fergusson Park on Sunday, May 6 at 2pm. For more information phone Christine on: 027 738 4094.

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I congratulate our newly-elected councillor, John do. Landlords don’t pay rates as an act of generosity, s n, n his i t r in this wee s ele ti n. you pay it through your rent. is te and ntri uti n around the table makes it easier for those of us who want t e er ise s e re finan ial discipline and get back on track. I also congratulate the ther andidates r ha in the ura e t ut the sel es and their ini ns forward for public scrutiny.

Voter turnout is looking like it will be less than 30 er ent. er ne wh alues de ra sh uld find this at least a little concerning.

If you’re reading this column, then you probably ha e an interest in i i li e and st li el ted.

If you didn’t, I’d like to know why.

Turnout continues to fall each election. One of my predecessors said of the fact that most people don’t te well, the ust all e ha then.

I don’t necessarily agree. One resident I spoke t was erwhel ed tr in t h se etween candidates. Others feel that because they don’t directly pay rates, council doesn’t affect them; but we

uld it hel i andidates r anised the sel es into small political parties? That wa u uld te r a r u that shares ur iew instead ha in to guess each candidate’s politics by their r file in the ele ti n let.

Turnout is slightly higher for the museum referendum which allowed nline tin . ern ent all ws it ne t ear, ll su rt nline tin r un il t .

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Rethinking public transport in Tauranga There are more cars on our roads than ever before, with auran a tra fi w rsenin every year.

“Trams are expensive though – around $100 million per kilometre. So when I found out how much it cost I realised it was something we can’t afford.”

Instead, his idea is to overhaul “But they’ve only built it in the last One man who’s spent a lot of time the current bus system, to make it 10 years. I was inspired by the fact they thinking about the issue is local faster and easier to use. had planned for it.” architect Mark Wassung.

“It starts with Cameron Road,” It’s the forward-thinking that attracts For the past couple of years he’s been he says. “Instead of doing trams Mark, and since Tauranga is only a working on Tauranga CONNECT – we could have electric buses, and few thousand short of being where his vision for a multi-modal transport eventually driverless buses. the Gold Coast was in the 1980s, he network that’s “fast, frequent, reliable, “Cameron Road is actually wide enough to be thinks now is the time to plan ahead. safe and fun”. redesigned. You could have a bus transit lane, which could also be a car pool lane.” ar s idea is t ha e fi e si lified us r utes that would run at regular, frequent times. The major route would be the red Cameron Road line, running from the racecourse up though the CBD and over the harbour bridge to the base of Mauao.

There would also be an orange Mount Beach line running from Mount Maunganui to Bayfair, the airport, and through Matapihi and over the rail bridge to the CBD. Other lines would feed onto these major routes, with buses from different lines given a different colour for easy recognition.

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Bay of Plenty Regional Council has recently announced NZ Bus will be taking over the Western Bay of Plenty bus contracts, with the deal including a revamp of the Bayhopper network.

This includes the ‘City Loop’, connecting Mount Maunganui, Bayfair, CBD and Tauranga Hospital every 15 minutes, and extending to Greerton in 2020.

BOPRC transport policy manager Garry Maloney says they have had a number of engagement “In 2016 when I put this idea together, I had experienced the G:link tram system on the Gold Coast, which was planned in the 1980s when they only had 160,000 people.

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Keeping rugby alive in the Bay There was once a time when rugby was the dominant sport for boys in New Zealand secondary schools.

However, in recent years the rising popularity of other sports, such as football and basketball, has steadily chipped away at the pool of potential rugby players.

This year, the Bay of Plenty secondary schools rugby competition has 10 fewer teams playing, amounting to around 200 less kids playing across the region.

Bay of Plenty Rugby Union secondary schools rugby manager Ian Parata says they are struggling in some areas, such as the Eastern Bay of Plenty, but are still the thirdlargest rugby union in the country for la ers. hese thin s ha e a w n effect. If a school has had low rugby enrolments three seasons ago, those numbers would be hitting us this year.

“And as the number of junior teams decline, the numbers of kids coming to high school who have played rugby decreases, making it harder to put underand under tea s nt the field.

However, Ian says they still have enough teams to not only run a competition, but to create divisions that ensures an even la in field.

“The smaller schools with the less experienced players get to play development rugby, which encourages kids to play teams the sa e s ill le el, he sa s.

He says big schools like Tauranga Boys’ College often make the premier grade, but the als field tea s in the ha i nshi and development divisions, in order to

Bay of Plenty Rugby Union secondary schools rugby manager Ian Parata. Photo: Bruce Barnard.

cater to all skill levels.

“And we monitor those development grades really closely – we don’t want teams in there winning by 100 points.

“We run grading rounds, and take a lot of time pre-season talking to schools about the strength of their junior teams.

“Our vision is to create a lifelong love of the game, and the best way to do that is give kids a competition they an ete in at their le el.

It’s also about remembering the game of rugby is just that – a game, played for fun. If there’s a perception in the community that bigger schools ‘poach’ or ‘steal’ the best players from smaller schools, Ian says that comes down to parents making decisions they think will help their child play rugby professionally.

“Rugby is now seen as a career path by many parents and students.

“What we’re seeing is that just as people would choose a college based on their academic programme, some parents are sending their boys to certain schools in the hopes it will help their son become a professional rugby player. People believe these schools’ programmes can be a shortcut to a professional rugby career – but only one or two per cent of our players will e er end u a in the ut.

He says recent Bay of Plenty players to make the professional scene in Super Rugby, such as Jeff Thwaites, had to work hard at full-time jobs and keep playing club rugby before getting their break.

So simply playing for the First XV at a big school is no guarantee of a contract with the Chiefs upon graduation, no matter how good a player is with their local club. Read more at www.theweekendsun.co.nz

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Tauranga kids off to Russia Two young Tauranga footballers are off to Russia ahead of the 2018 FIFA World Cup, taking part in a programme aimed at fostering good relations between players from different cultures.

Jonty Burggraaf and Isla Ganley will represent New Zealand at Gazprom’s international children’s social programme ‘Football for Friendship 2018’ in Moscow on an all e enses aid tri .

a in la e r une , the aim of the programme is to promote respect for other cultures and nationalities, as well as equality.

Jonty will represent New Zealand as a player, while Isla will attend as a young urnalist. he will in ear ld football players and journalists from 211 countries and regions participating in the ei ht da r ra e. first la ed r lu at a e ur and am now in my ninth season,” says Jonty. “Sport can be competitive but it should be about feeling good and promoting peace. We’re all on the same planet and we really need to get along and live together peacefully.”

Isla is also proud to have the opportunity to learn

Young Tauranga footballers Jonty Burggraaf and Isla Ganley are off to Russia.

Honouring those who gave so much It was cold and dark as I made my way to the Anzac Dawn Service at the Greerton RSA but my heart was warm when I saw the thousands of others also making what for many has become an annual pilgrimage to honour those who gave so much for so many.

I was also honoured this year to la a wreath r the first ti e as an MP at the Civic Service at Memorial Park. Like others standing before the cenotaph I had mixed emotions – great pride for those who went to war for our country, and great sadness for those who lost their lives, or returned home but were left with physical and mental scars, and for their families and friends.

I am also very proud that the day before Anzac Day the government announced it will make $1.1 million in grant payments over the next four years

to the RSA and the No Duff Charitable Trust to help fund support services for veterans.

The No Duff Charitable Trust was established in 2016 and its primary function is to provide an effective and rapid response to veterans or service people in crisis.

New Zealand has around 41,000 veterans, many of whom fought in n i ts in re i ns su h as ietna , East Timor and Afghanistan. The inister eteran A airs, n ar , says many of our younger men and women returning from operational service are in need of help. He says the RSA has worked hard to modernise its services and along with No Duff has e e alued and trusted first responders to those in need. This funding will help these organisations to continue their great work.

journalism skills and make new friends.

“We all deserve the right to be treated equally regardless of where we come from or who we are.”

A total of 32 international teams of friendship will compete at the Football for Friendship World Championship on June 12. In the days leading up to the tournament, each player will be trained by young coaches who are football players ranging between ears a e r ari us untries.

Former Tauranga City AFC player Shane Boyle, who als heads u s ial enter rise t all usi ulture, is pleased these kinds of global opportunities are coming to fruition. “It shows grass roots football can be a pathway for kids to achieve big things in the sport, whether it's as a player or an aspiring journalist.

“It’s great for Tauranga football locally and New Zealand football as a whole.”

TCAFC chair Brendan McHugh is delighted that Jonty and Isla are representing the club.

“What an amazing opportunity and an awesome way t i start ur new lu a ter ur re ent er er.

“This opportunity is a sign that we are on track to build a club that the region and the country can be proud of.”

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Ugandan children’s choir to light up stage A Ugandan children’s choir that has enraptured audiences around the world will perform free concerts in Tauranga, Te Puke, Rotorua and Whakatane this month.

The Mwangaza Children’s Choir, in ew ealand r the first ti e, will

Swahili, and that is exactly what the audience will see in the faces of the children as they perform,according to Tearfund marketing manager Brenda Won. “The children of Uganda have been greatly challenged by poverty, HIV/AIDS, and many have been taken by the Lord’s Resistance Army and forced to become child soldiers.

“These kids are representing all the children of Uganda and showing that, with the help of child sponsorship, Uganda’s children can rise above these things and make the country a different place.

“These talented youngsters are sure to light up the stage and your heart, sharing hope for the children of their country through song, dance and inspiring stories about how their lives are being changed.”

present its ‘Light Up Tour’, giving Kiwi audiences a taste of African culture on behalf of Tearfund.

The 18 children aged between eight and 12, will light up the stage with vibrant costumes, joyful music, energetic dancing, infectious smiles and inspirational stories.

Mwangaza (pronounced m-wahnGAH-zah) means ‘shining light’ in

The internationally-acclaimed choir has travelled and performed across the US, Holland, UK, Germany, Singapore and Australia, and also released six albums.

The choir will be at the Te Puke Baptist Church on May 9 at 7pm, Liberty Life in Whakatane on May 10 from 7pm, Harvest Baptist in Rotorua on May 11 from 7pm, and Bethlehem Baptist in Tauranga on May 13 from 7pm.

For tour dates and more information visit: www.tearfund.org.nz

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No more consultation on begging If you have recently returned to Tauranga after being away for a few years, you are probably saddened to see beggars on our local streets. Begging is seen in all major cities across the world but it’s now a growing problem here, which is alarming considering our population size.

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The problem has been widely publicised with local shop owners desperate for Tauranga City Council to take action.

Greerton is an area where beggars congregate. Recently I met with a group of shop owners and

concerned constituents from the Greerton area.

They spoke of the intimidation and fear they face on a daily basis, while trying to remove beggars from outside their shops.

Begging is a bad look for our city. It drives away customers and hurts local businesses.

I want to make it clear that begging must not be confused with homelessness.

I am always concerned with the most vulnerable in our community and helping them.

That said, the people I spoke with do not believe these beggars are homeless or genuine.

There are solutions. Hamilton City Council has a Safety in Public Places Bylaw. Their bylaw sets out acceptable levels of

behaviour and has an enforcement provision. It provides a framework r sa et fi ers wh atr l the streets to work with people to change their behaviour.

There is some clear evidence that their approach is achieving some success in the central city.

There is no reason why a similar approach won’t work here.

Tauranga City Council needs to ta e a fir er line intr du in and enforcing a bylaw now.

No more reports, no more consultation, this needs to be a priority.

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Staying in contact on the water In a boating emergency, you will need to know who to contact, and how.

The best way to ensure that is to know the rules and regulations around

using a maritime VHF radio.

Any person operating a maritime VHF radio must hold, as a minimum requirement, a Marine VHF adi erat r ertifi ate, unless transmitting in an emergency.

Correct use and knowledge of marine radios can be a lifesaver.

Coastguard’s volunteer radio operators are not only ready and waiting 24/7 for your trip report but also provide weather forecasts, safety information and you can also use your radio to communicate between boats.

Tauranga Coastguard is offering a course over two nights covering subjects such as the general features and functions of a maritime VHF radio, correct distress and urgency procedures for ‘Mayday’ and ‘Pan Pan’

calls, pro-words and phonetic alphabet, trip reports, weather services, call signs, EPIRBS and other search and rescue equipment.

The second night includes a short test which will enable participants to earn an internationally-recognised Marine VHF Radio erat r ertifi ate. he first urse will start at 7pm on May 16-17 and will run bi-monthly until the end of the year.

The course costs $70.

For more information or to register phone: 578 5579 or visit: www. taurangacoastguard.co.nz

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Windscreen washing for votes If you fancy a windscreen wash with your petrol this weekend head along to the Z stations at 15th Avenue or Bethlehem where supporters from Breast Cancer Support Service Tauranga Trust will be washing windscreens dressed in hot pink.

The local charity is one of four chosen by the Z stations for their ‘Good in the Hood’ initiative where customers are given a token to vote for a charity of their choice.

The four charities split $4000 based on the number of votes received.

“It’s a bit of a tradition for us to create a fun vibe as part of Good in

the Hood because we go along all glammed up in our best pink outrageousness and wash windscreens to promote our service and what we do. Its lots of fun,” says supporter engagement worker Jill Forlong.

The Breast Cancer Support Service Tauranga Trust will be on the forecourt at the 15th Avenue and Bethlehem Z stations from 10am2pm on Saturday, May 5.

Supporters from Breast Cancer Support Service Tauranga Trust will be washing windscreens dressed in hot pink this weekend.

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Reuniting this year for an active Mothers’ Day Breakfast in bed is a popular Mothers’ Day treat, but mother-daughter duo Meryl and Sarah Noyes will be taking a more active approach to the day.

They will be lacing up their running shoes and taking part in the 5km Jennian Homes Mother’s Day Fun Run/Walk after Sarah, who lives in Palmerston North, won return air tickets to Tauranga in a national ‘Run With Your Mum’ competition.

The event, which departs from Kulim Park at 10am on Sunday, May 13, is one of 33 events being held simultaneously throughout New Zealand in support of women’s heart health.

Sarah says she entered the competition because her mum, is her “inspiration”.

Despite having had a hip replacement 18 months a , er l is fit and a ti e, wal in the Waikareao Estuary loop every weekend.

For her 70th birthday in October, she and Sarah plan to do the Tongariro Crossing.

And with Sarah’s dad, Steve, having had a quadruple bypass, and a history of heart disease on both sides of the family, the event will have an added layer of meaning for the pair.

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“It was a wonderful surprise when Sarah told me that she w uld e in u r the wee end t d this fun and worthwhile event with me. Mum does so much for all of us as a family. It’s nice to give back and do something for her,” says Sarah.

Jennian Homes COO Aidan Jury says there is no greater Mothers’ Day gift than being together.

“We are delighted to bring Meryl and Sarah together to create a special Mothers’ Day memory,” he says.

Three-time Olympic slalom canoeist and silver

medallist Luuka Jones and Tauranga’s former Black Stick and fellow Olympian Sue Furmage will be on hand to help the women warm up for the Tauranga event. They are among 50 athletes supporting the event throughout the country.

In its seventh year, the Jennian Homes Mother’s Day Fun Run/ Walk supports ‘Heart Foundation for Women’, with Jennian Homes donating $20,000 to the Heart Foundation following the event.

Heart disease is the single biggest killer of women in New Zealand,

claiming the lives of more than 55 women every week.

“We are proud to be involved in not only helping raise money and awareness, but also in encouraging w en and their a ilies t et fit and active,” says Aidan.

“For some women, the Jennian Homes Mother’s Day Fun Run/Walk is life-changing, being the catalyst for an ongoing exercise regime.

“Those are the real success stories.”

To register for the Jennian Homes Mother’s Day Fun Run/Walk visit: www.jennianmothersday.com

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Beautiful blooming gardens Old favourites and at least 15 new gardens are set to delight Bay of Plenty Garden and Art Festivalgoers this year.

The line-up of both gardens and artists is impressive, says festival director Marc Anderson.

On top of all that there’s Bloom in the Bay activities at Tauranga’s Historic Village festival hub.

There will be entertainment at the hub every night of the festival as Bloom in the Bay will be open after the gardens have closed for the day.

Entertainment will include speakers, workshops, music, gourmet food stalls and a bar.

The festival will run from Thursday, November 15 to Sunday, November 18. And if all the action sounds too good to miss, the good news is that festival tickets are already on sale.

A limited number of tickets will

be available for purchase in time for The lovely garden Mothers’ Day this year. of Brian and The discounted tickets cost $50 Meg Claxton of plus booking fee and credit card Tauranga. charges, covering a pass to all four days of the festival, plus entry to the family-friendly Bloom in the Bay activities. These tickets are cheaper than early-bird tickets.

Bay of Plenty Garden and Art Festival Mothers’ Day special tickets will sell through the Ticketek website: www.ticketek.co.nz, phone: 0800 , at the fi e at Baycourt Community and Arts Centre in Tauranga, or visit the festival website: www.gardenandartfestival.co.nz Purchasers of Mothers’ Day tickets will receive acknowledgement of purchase and the recipient will be sent a full festival pack in September.

Bayleys Real Estate is the festival’s platinum sponsor and principal event partner.

Ditching the cliche Mothers’ Day presents Mothers’ Day is a day where mums are a n wled ed r the sa rifi es the have made to their children, usually through gifts h lates, wers and rett little in ards. ut what i ur u hates wers and in I admit it can be a struggle buying Mothers’ Day presents, especially if you have a mum like mine who doesn’t like the traditional presents.

But look at it in a positive light – this means you can create something more personalised for her. nstead u in wers, whi h die er ti e,

instead give your mum a little time out.

Try cooking her favourite meal at home, giving her a day off the housework or treating her to a massage or facial at a beauty spa. hat w an w uldn t en this You could also solidify some of your family’s great memories with a photo of the family printed on canvas or put in a frame.

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The Falls Cafe, set in the stunning McLaren Falls Park just outside Tauranga in the lower Kaimai Ranges, is the perfect place to unwind and get away from the city without driving for hours.

With the combination of picturesque views and home-made cakes, bread, slices, scones, and biscuits, the Falls Cafe is ideal for holding gatherings or nibbling on treats.

Cafe co-owner Harriet Campbell says McLaren Falls Park is an amazing place, especially in autumn and few people know about it.

“Autumn is probably the most underrated time to visit the park, but it’s such an incredible spot to go kayaking, to see glow worms, go for a walk around the lake or even

just spend time taking in the view,” says Harriet.

“A lot of people call up and ask when it's the best time to see the “Autumn colours, but it’s more like an ongoing outdoor display, so you are going to see something different each time.”

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cabinet food where only fresh produce and free range pork and poultry are used.

The friendly cafe caters for all occasions, from a local wanting a takeaway coffee to large events such as weddings and parties.

Pop in for breakfast, lunch or a quiet drink after work at McLaren Falls Park, 140 Mclaren Falls Road.

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The search is on to find NZ's busiest mum The search for New Zealand’s busiest and most deserving mum has been launched by The Coffee Club New Zealand ahead of Mothers’ Day this year.

The search follows a survey last month which showed 83 per cent of Kiwi mums don’t feel like they have enough time in the day to get everything done.

Almost 13 per cent reported they have no time at all to themselves, while 28 per cent only have 30 minutes to an hour of ‘me’ time every week.

More than half of the mums surveyed think their partners get more free time than them, with 35 per cent feeling a little grumpy that the parenting load isn’t more evenly shared.

The Coffee Club wants to use the busiest mum initiative to shine a light on hard-working mums

throughout the country, and also to encourage Kiwis to thank their mum and cut her a bit of a break from time to time. "We want to use the search for New Zealand’s busiest mum to remind everyone that our mums work incredibly hard for us and deserve to be celebrated," says The Coffee Club co-director, Andy Lucas. The search is being run on The Coffee Club New Zealand Facebook page with entries closing on Friday, May 11. Three mums will be shortlisted in early May with an overall winner selected by parenting and lifestyle blogger Jordan Whittaker.

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Papamoa DVD and game rental store to close It will be a sad day for United Video Papamoa owner Carol Goldsworthy when she closes up shop after 16 years of providing entertainment to the community of Papamoa and surrounding areas.

In the new age of technology where movies can be streamed and anies su h as et i have superseded the physical disc, stores such as Carol’s are slowly starting to close up shop.

From 9am on May 4 everything will be on sale in-store, with good deals available when purchasing movies and games in bulk.

“We’ve got new release movies, recent releases, back catalogues and shelving units.

There will be some great stuff there for the whole family, including a ti n, dra a and a il fil s, sa s ar l.

“We have something for everybody.

“Please use this opportunity to grow your home DVD or Blu-ray library with some awes e fil s.

The store will cease trading on May 25 and close its doors for good before May 31.

“To all our wonderful customers, thank you for all your loyalty shown to myself and the team over the years, this has been truly appreciated.

“The entertainment industry will no longer be as it was here in Papamoa, however, this is progress in the modern world of internet te hn l .

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down sale will start on Friday, May 4 at 9am at Papamoa Plaza, 7 Gravatt Road, Papamoa. For more information phone: 07 572 0777.

United Video Papamoa owner Carol Goldsworthy says they have an enormous selection of movies for your viewing pleasure.

Sure signs of the region’s growing tourist appeal Latest Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment monthly statistics show that tourist spending for the Coastal Bay of Plenty was $1.016 billion for the 2017/18 year end March, up 7.6 per cent from the previous year.

The Bay of Plenty has long been one of the country’s top summer destinations, but imagine if locals and tourists alike could enjoy a full range of activities year-round

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To achieve that vision, we are committed to reducing the impacts of seasonality so that businesses have increased patronage throughout the year, instead of during just the summer peak.

Local events, good weather, targeted promotions domestically and internationally, and ever-

increasing cruise passenger numbers all contribute to this growth.

The spin off? A sustainable platform for local businesses to support themselves and either retain or recruit more staff throughout the year.

Our vision for the local tourism sector to become a $1.45b industry by 2028 would see the creation of another 4000 jobs during that timeframe.

A thriving, well-managed, well-planned tourism industry is surely a win-win situation for everyone.

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Yoga, alternative exercise rising in popularity Strength training, yoga and ‘alternative exercise’ are the latest trends on the international exercise scene and New Zealand is at the forefront, according to Exercise NZ.

“Historically New Zealand has always punched above our weight when it comes to innovation in the exercise industry,” says Exercise NZ chief executive Richard Beddie. “Everything from Les Mills, now a global brand with more than four million regular users every week, through to New Zealand exercise professionals who are globally regarded as some of the most

employable and desirable worldwide.

“It’s great that exercise and the exercise industry has the ability to change in response to the latest science and innovation. This means New Zealanders can access the latest research and trends in exercise.

“But it is very important to make sure that before u u n the ne t i fitness and e er ise thin that u an e nfident it is not just a fad, but more of something that is likely to stand the test of time.”

Richard says while bodyweight training has stood the test of time, the way body weight is used is becoming more innovative.

“We are seeing more use of intensity, meaning cardiovascular training is no longer separate to strength training.”

Working on fitness in the colder months With winter now here and many looking for ways to remain active during the cold months, for some the thought of donning exercise gear and heading to the gym is enough to make them break out in a rash.

While a peek on social media may have you believing that everyone else is nfident and the every day looking like a million dollars, it’s important to remember that plenty of New Zealanders have never entered a gym in their life.

And importantly, plenty never had entered a gym in their life until they decided to take the plunge and found it to be a great experience, and very rewarding with the only

side effects being more energy and a healthier life.

Feeling nervous when starting something new is to be expected, ut u will s n find ut that there’s nothing to worry about when it comes to joining a gym, exercise facility, or yoga studio.

Many of the people who look nfident and assured t da were just as nervous as you when they first ined, and an the people next to you are just like you, and starting out right now.

It’s said that the hardest part of getting to the gym is the distance between the couch and the gym door. It helps to choose a facility that it is within easy distance of your home or

work, and a place you look forward to going to, so that it’s worth the effort. Just like most things in life, it s n t ne si e fits all and e er ise facilities are no different.

Every facility has a different feel, so it’s worth spending some time looking at a few in your local area to see how they feel for you. t s n t ust a ut the ashiest gear, it’s about an environment that you feel comfortable being in and people you can trust.

You will want exercise professionals that are able to tailor an exercise programme to your needs and understand that it’s not about giving you the trendiest exercises, but rather the exercises that are best for you.

There has also been more integration of mind-body principles into the mainstream, says Richard.

“While yoga has been around for over 4000 years by some estimates, the integration of mind-body principles int ainstrea health and fitness has been relatively recent. With more in r ati n ar und the enefits physical exercise on our mind, we are

also seeing the effects of mindfulness on our bodies.”

There has also been a rise in ‘alternative exercise’ facilities. raditi nal s r fitness lu s remain strong, but we are also seeing growth in yoga, 24/7 facilities and specialist studios. It’s about getting the ri ht fit r ur indi idual needs, says Richard.

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Looking after your dentures and your smile The new owners of Tauranga Precision Dental are bringing all their expertise in denture care to the Tauranga public.

Husband and wife team Michael and Angela Van Vliet bought Tauranga Precision Dental three months ago and are excited to share their knowledge and experience.

With more than 25 years’ experience as a dental technician, Michael is a specialist in all denture care.

“Whether you're in need of a general check-up,

having problems with your dentures, or would like new dentures, we can do it all.

“We also provide general denture services in the comfort of your residence with home visit services, and can do Saturdays and late nights by appointments.

“Make an appointment with us today and we'll take proper care of both you and your dentures - it could be just a general check up, or we can help if you’re having problems with your dentures or would like new dentures.”

Call 0800 402 402 for an appointment at the Otumoetai clinic, 281 Otumoetai Road.

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Fill yourself up with positive, true statements “Whatever it is you choose to think, your subconscious mind takes it very seriously and your experience will re e t ur thin in .

– Marianne Williamson Our subconscious mind hears nl what is ha enin in the ‘now’, and because there are no filters it s alwa s an a s lute.

This means that what you put into your subconscious is a e ted as true. ne eth d t reate new wa s thin in

is to use what I call the ‘true statement’ which always uses the resent tense. t a n t e true r u in the e innin , however, the subconscious works to look for examples that will nfir it. his is n wn as the reti ular a ti atin s ste and kicks in as your subconscious looks for, and focuses on, those wa s that nfir that what u

are sa in t ursel is true.

You need to consistently use this res ur e t rin a ut han e.

Two such true statements could e a al and in ntr l and a en u h . hat w uld u li e t han e and what true statement can you reate t rin this a ut If you would like to know more about this phone Mary Parker, The Fast Track Coach on: 07 577 1200 or 021 258 2145, or visit: www.the asttra a h. .n

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Caring for your animals as they age As animals age, their ability to maintain health and vitality lessens. An older animal in the wild becomes less able to hunt or graze and keep up with their peers. Their condition deteriorates and they don’t survive for very long.

Keeping animals outside of their natural environment places the responsibility on our shoulders to ensure their care promotes quality of life.

A contributing factor to the aging process is free radical damage – produced by the body’s natural metabolic processes through various chemical reactions, or

sometimes introduced into the body from food or environmental sources.

The damage caused to cells is similar to sparks thrown a fire whi h eat awa the carpet in front of the fire la e. he result this ‘wear and tear’ is usually obvious later on in life as degenerative changes such as organ failures, joint damage, and disease such as cancer.

Antioxidants such as vitamins C and E, which are found in nutritious foods and nutritional supplements, act as free radical scavengers and help limit the damage caused,

as well as aiding repair. In addition to loving care, a well-balanced diet full of nutrients with low levels of chemicals and preservatives is an incredibly valuable factor in maintaining your animal’s quality of life.

Dental care is also of utmost importance to assist in nutrient availability, especially in horses.

When quality of life becomes a problem, it becomes necessary to consider euthanasia. This an e di fi ult ut is ten a kind release from the pain and discomfort that some aged animals suffer from.

Holistic Vets’ Liza Schneider and Fudge.

Does your pet suffer from high blood pressure?

As with people, high blood pressure is a serious disease in our pets.

having hypertension.

Hypertension has many unpleasant side effects. It causes ANECDOTES bleeding at the back of the eye With Kate from and blindness, as well as protein Tauranga Vets Although they don’t normally loss and kidney disease. It also live stressful lives, they can still causes a range of neurological signs such as seizures, develop high blood pressure –hypertension – as weakness and headaches, as well as heart disease. they age. One in six Blood pressure is easily measured in our pets cats over seven years in a si ilar wa t e le. An in ata le u is of age suffers with placed on the pet’s leg or tail and a blood pressure hypertension – that’s instrument checks the pressure. Usually a lot of cats that several readings are taken. This is a need help! relatively simple test, although sadly Hypertension not all veterinary practices have commonly occurs the necessary equipment. due to kidney Treatment is also simple, disease, heart with several disease, hormonal medicines now issues and available. hyperthyroidism.

All cats and Kidney disease dogs should be in cats is common routinely checked and 30 per cent from seven years of age, as should animals with of these cats have kidney disease or thyroid disease. If you have a high blood pressure. senior pet, please make an appointment for a blood Another common disease in cats pressure check – this could be life changing. is hyperthyroidism, with 23 per cent also

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A reat wee end ut The Tauranga Home Show isn’t just the er e t la e t find all ur h e r du t and ser i e needs under ne r it s a reat da ut r the wh le a il . ee the ids us n aturda and unda with a un astle, a e aintin and all n twistin . u and dad an ra their a eine fi r the els ee rner and ta e a rea r the ustle the sh w. isit the li e in theatre, h sted die fi ture he eter la ewa . e will e ined n aturda and unda

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Find something for every home Winter-proof your outdoor area The Tauranga Home Show is the er e t la e t find all your home products and service needs under one roof.

Now in its 19th year, this three-day event includes more than 230 exhibitors that you can browse, compare, and draw inspiration from.

From top-of-the-line to budget-conscious, there is a huge range of options to help you bring your dreams to life.

If you’re looking to modernise or renovate your home, it can be hard to know where

to start. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to talk to a range of knowledgeable builders and tradies, interior decorators, home heating and insulation installers, kitchen s e ialists, and r fin , de in and lass services. The show also brings together the most experienced new build vendors in the area, so if you want to be handed the keys to your fully-completed dream home, this is a great place to scout around for options.

Find exactly what you need – visit the Tauranga Home Show this weekend at ASB Arena Baypark from May 4-6.

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Finishing off your home with ourdoor style A pergola is the perfect add-on to your home, creating more outdoor living and still letting daylight in.

Curved Pergolas provides top-quality er las with a ran e ti ns t fit an s a e, su h as ur ed er las, at pergolas and custom-made pergolas.

“In this wonderful area that we live in people tend to entertain all year round.

“Our pergolas provide clients the option of using their outdoor entertainment areas throughout summer and winter,” says owner Sandra Tucker.

The unique curved pergolas are in

high demand because they are ideal for keeping the home cool in summer and sheltered in winter.

Curved Pergolas services the Bay of Plenty including Waihi, Katikati, Tauranga, Mount Maunganui, Papamoa, Te Puke, Whakatane and Rotorua.

The team will also be able to give some expert advice at the company’s Tauranga Home Show stall in early May. For a free quote phone Sandra on: 021 2583453 or email: curvedpergolas@xtra.co.nz Visit Curved Pergolas at the Tauranga Home Show this weekend, stand number 700.

Handcraft items to decorate your home How you decorate your home is just as important as what is in it, and home-made is always best.

Craft store Robyn’s Cottage, in association with Brother New Zealand, will be at the Tauranga Home Show this weekend and will have plenty of crafty tools on display.

Sewing machines, overlockers, and a digitised cutting machine – the Brother Scan N Cut – will be set up for demonstrations.

See what can be

created to jazz up your home with a sewing machine, embroidery machine, or the Scan N Cut. The stand will also have Scan N Cut accessories, Brother threads and additional feet for sewing machines available for purchase, along with a range of knitting yarns and some ready-to-purchase gifts, as well as information about Robyn’s Cottage classes that teach sock-making, crochet, sewing and knitting.

The team from Robyn’s Cottage look forward to seeing you at the Tauranga Home Show this weekend.

They will be on stand 514.

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Keep your family healthy this winter with a warm and dry home Homes that are warm, dry, uncrowded and smoke-free over winter can help protect you and your family from illnesses such as asthma, respiratory infections and rheumatic fever.

“Overcrowding is sometimes unavoidable,” says Dr Jim Miller, edi al fi er health r i e

Ora Public Health. “Not all houses are in good repair and heating can be expensive. However, there are key things that you can think about to help keep your home healthy – keep heat in, keep moisture out, and keep the air clean.” hel ee heat in ur h e, have thick curtains, open your curtains during the day and close them at night.

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Put lids on pots when cooking meals.

Dry your clothes outside and if you have a clothes dryer, vent it to the outside.

Wipe off any water that has collected on walls or windows.

Check for water leaks from guttering or plumbing and repair them, or let your landlord know.

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It’s not just poor insulation that makes our homes so cold, it’s also because houses are getting larger and harder to heat, say public health researchers at the University of Otago.

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apartments or row houses common in more built-up areas, which means more heat is lost.

Even with improved insulation requirements, this problem is getting worse as we build bigger houses with high ceilings, lots of

glass and open designs that require a lot more energy to heat. he resear hers say this means owners may not be able to afford to heat their home, which could lead to mould growth.

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Portable gas heaters facing ban from Kiwi homes Master Plumbers wants portable gas heaters banned from all residential properties in New Zealand due to the serious risks they pose to health and safety.

rta le as heaters la a ue r hi ne t arr combustion products outside. This means poisonous gases can be trapped inside your home.

The heaters have been banned in Canada, some states of the USA and in parts of Australia.

Master Plumbers believe New Zealand needs to follow suit and is welcoming the government’s move to review the use of these heaters in rental properties as part of its consultation process on the Healthy Homes Guarantee Act. “The Ministry of Health warns that rta le un ued as heaters release polluting gases directly into a room, which can harm your health,” says CEO Greg Wallace.

“They are also a source of condensation, making homes damp.

“New Zealand has one of the highest rates of asthma in the world. A 2007 study found that the health hildren with asth a i r ed si nifi antl when un ued as heaters were re la ed with leaner heating sources.

“It’s not safe to use portable gas heaters in sleeping rooms or small rooms, such as bathrooms or hallways. However, as they can easily be moved to any room in the home, it’s easy for you to put yourself or your family at risk by using them in these areas.”

Greg says manually connecting a LPG gas bottle inside ur h use als reates a seri us fire ha ard.

“If you incorrectly connect your gas bottle to your outdoor barbecue it may not have catastrophic consequences as it’s in an open space. But if you make the same mistake with an indoor cabinet heater it certainly could.

The close proximity of the burner to the gas bottle, combined with the fact that gas leaks build up indoors, makes it a very real fire ha ard.

The Healthy Homes Guarantee Act, passed in December, enables the government to set standards for rental housing quality relating to heating, ventilation, drainage, moisture, insulation and draught stopping.

Under the Act, landlords could be banned from providing portable gas heaters, such as LPG cabinet heaters, in rental properties and tenancy agreements could stipulate that tenants are not allowed to use them.

However, the heaters will still be available in shops.

“Whilst these relatively cheap heaters may appear to be cost-effective heating solutions, you have to weigh this up against the risk to the public,”

Master Plumbers wants portable gas heaters banned from all residential properties in New Zealand.

says Greg.

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Food parcel demand up The majority of people asking for food parcels have never had to ask for help before, the Salvation Army says.

Community Ministries spokesperson Lindsay Andrews says the high cost of everyday living was creating a "working poor".

"We're seeing across the country 336 new families presenting each week so that equates to 60 per cent of the families requesting help and i en that a nu er these are n t n enefits, that's quite concerning."

Lindsay says high rents, petrol prices and health and education costs mean many families do not have enough left over for savings.

NZ ‘awash’ with meth

State and people of Israel different After reading ‘Blowing of the shofars’ (page 15, The Weekend Sun, April 27) my only thought was, the only way to bless the state of Israel is to wish for everybody there to get a clue, to see with open eyes, t e athise. And while the re at it, t tr t find more useful and worthy leaders than the corrupt farce called Bibi Netanyahu. he sraeli ea e r u a l sel a filiated with, Gush Shalom, sent me the following comment: “Natalie Portman’s refusal to shake Netanyahu’s hand verges on anti-Semitism. So said Minister Steinitz. If that is so, then there are in Israel quite a lot of anti-Semites.”

The state of Israel and the people of Israel are two different things; sometimes they coincide, often they don’t. And the policies of the state are not the Jewish people. The state’s policies are not even the Israeli citizens, though they can and often do corrupt the citizens. a is ll u

Race-based wards

Racism is differentiation on the basis of race.

Democracy is one man, one vote – the same vote. Maori wards fail both tests. We do not want a New Zealand form of apartheid. Both sides would be worse off. ‘A house divided against itself will not stand’.

L Christie, Otumoetai.

Tenants not numbers on a spreadsheet Re ‘Landlord’s concerns’ (page 3, The Weekend Sun, April 20).

The tone set by Tony Cranston’s words harks back to medieval times when peasants were subsistence farmers on land rented from a wealthy lord or noble.

Workers in Tauranga feel the pinch; we toil to pay rent.

There is little help to get into the housing market as it is being driven by a housing shortage created by people such as Mr Cranston owning 13 rental properties.

Someone who owns 13 properties pays no capital

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New Zealand is "awash" with imported methamphetamine, which is so cheap and easy to get it's now more available than cannabis, a drug researcher says.

A new Massey University study shows a sharp rise in the use of imported crystal methamphetamine, known on the street as ice.

It was being made on an "industrial scale" in China and South East Asia which meant it was now cheaper to import it than make it locally, Associate Professor Chris Wilkins says.

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Minimum alcohol price sought The introduction of a minimum alcohol price is long overdue in this country, the Drug Foundation says. The comments come after an announcement that Scotland had brought in a minimum price of 50p (NZ 97 cents) per unit of alcohol as of May 1.

Health Minister David Clark says minimum alcohol pricing had not yet been considered by the New Zealand government. New Zealand Drug Foundation executive director Ross Bell says minimal alcohol pricing hits three of the populations that should be targeted. t d es in uen e un e le s drin in , it prevents moderate drinkers from becoming heavy drinkers, and it does impact on the drinking behaviour of people with drinking problems.”

You can’t take it with you Talk about a lashing out by Tony Cranston, owner/ operator of 13 rental properties in Tauranga (page 3, The Weekend Sun, April 20). If Mr Cranston was business-savvy he would know mortgage-free rentals give an enormous return, even with maintenance, rate and insurance outgoings.

If Mr Cranston objects to past and present government changes regarding his obligations, then more fool him. He should humble himself and try walking in the shoes of his tenants.

I’m glad Mr Twyford and Jacinda have taken the stance of helping those who are so vulnerable in today’s capitalistic world.

We all need to experience more benevolence in our community. I will advocate through local councils in ew ealand r a warrant fitness n all rental properties plus a registration database on all landlords, visible to the Department of Inland Revenue.

Mr Cranston, I hope you wallow in your billion dollar ‘business’ but remember this: life is short and you can’t take it when yours ends.

L Haines, Mount Maunganui.

Belt on, phone away New Zealand Police will be reminding people to buckle up and put their phones away when driving as part of Road Safety Week from May 7.

“Our staff are going to focus on ensuring compliance around wearing a seatbelt and drivers not being distracted,” says Sandra Venables, Assistant Commissioner for road policing.

“Road Policing has four prevention priorities around behaviours we know contribute to death and injury on our roads – distracted driving, impaired driving, going too fast for the conditions, and not wearing seatbelts.

“This month we’re going to target seatbelts and cell phones, with all Police being a part of this national operation.”

gains tax, clearly makes a living off the properties (essentially getting a tax break) who then decides to improve the house only to pass on the costs to the tenant. It’s just cruel.

We barely earn a living wage.

It’s the landlords/owners’ responsibility to do these improvements for the good of the people living in them.

Stop seeing the houses and tenants as numbers on a spreadsheet but as people who are trying to live.

Mr Cranston sh uld fi his properties for the safety of his tenants. If you can’t keep up then sell one of your h uses and use the r fit t fi the others. It’s not going to make much of a difference to your bottom line. l (Abridged).

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Ratepayers have spoken and t that e tent we have spoken with the choice of John Robson. We are n t finan ial cows to be il ed r ridi ul us rates increases in a city that, when water and ru ish lle ti n are added, have the highest rates in this country. As John Robson suggests, the l t u need t re iew un il dire ti n and e enditure r a e the wrath of the voters at the next election.

S Batchelor, Ohauiti.

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W Sedcole, Maungatapu (Abridged).

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e re entl s ent ur wee s n a r ad tri ar und the t hal the uth sland. n ea h t wn we sta ed in that had a useu we s ent an h urs l in at their dis la s and readin a ut their l al hist r . hat a a in and interestin la es the were. he useu s we isited were all l ated in the d wnt wn sh in area and were stl in ld uildin s that had een ren ated r ur se. t sh wed us that u d n t ha e t s end ulti illi ns t a hie e a hi h standard. he ust dians were all er r ud what the had a hie ed in tellin their st ries and a e isit rs an enthusiastic welcome. They were all busy places. hen as ed a ut auran a we were e arrassed t sa that we did n t ha e a useu . t is ti e we dis la ed ur ri h hist r with ut urther dela . A useu an nl enefit ur it and add t the ther attra ti ns that a e Tauranga a great place to live.

J and M Rountree, Matua.

No double-dipping was disa inted t see ward un ill r te e rris isleadin readers in his last lu n a e , he ee end un, A ril . e said irst r ised t re e ute t lls ut the ern ent was l in at d u le di in by tolling the Papamoa East interchange that’s being built by TCC. t is irrele ant wh is uildin the inter han e and it is is hie us hi t sa the inter han e is ein t lled when it w n t e. te e and an thers ann t see t ras that the legal obligation to pay a toll on the Eastern Link arises r the use the r ad n t e ause u ass under the resent t ll lle ti n antr r ther uture antr . he a a a ast inter han e is situated al st hal wa al n the t ll r ad r ain ad and both-way users of that section must pay a toll.

A antr has t e la ed at the inter han e t lle t those tolls. here will e n d u le di in .

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Seek first One of the most challenging scriptures is spoken by Jesus in the midst of his greatest sermon, the Sermon on the Mount. t is atthew ut see first the This portion of his sermon is dealing Kingdom of God and his righteousness, with money, possessions, and personal and all these things will be added to you”.

needs. Four times before this verse, the word ‘anxious’ is used by Jesus to tell us that our Heavenly Father has prioritised for us provisions of “food, clothing, housing” etc.

Verse 26b: “are you not of more value than they?” Jesus is saying that you

personally hold a valued place with your Heavenly Father and that He has prioritised your needs, and promises to look after you in this life.

The only thing he asks is that you w uld see first his in d leadershi and Lordship) and his righteousness his r isi n r i eness, and ri ht relationship with him) and the promise is:

all these thin s d, l thin , h usin will be added to you. ee first is the ra ti al answer t humanity of what God is looking for.

His provisions are released when he is ri ritised, and s u ht first a e ur wn needs and wants.

David Dishroon, co-senior pastor, Changepoint Church

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The two Marys were the last to leave the r ss and the first t arri e at the ra e.

Early on Sunday morning, it is dark and they walk the rough, shadowed path.

Sombre and sad, they prepare themselves for an encounter with a corpse.

It isn’t hope that leads the women up the hill to the tomb. It is duty. Duty and devotion.

Duty is what makes people keep going when they are facing unpleasantness or loneliness.

The Marys expect nothing in return. I mean, what could Jesus give? What can a dead man offer?

There are times when we too are called to love, expecting nothing in return. Times when we are

called to give money to people who will never say thanks, to forgive those who won’t forgive us, to send a letter even though it will never get a reply.

To offer friendship, help, encouragement and advice only to have it rejected.

If the Marys had given up they would have missed the resurrection, just the thing that transformed their lives. That’s what it’s like with God. It seems to me just when we’ve reached the end of our hope, strength, optimism and determination, God comes through and the answer is just over the horizon; just around the corner. Just as duty put the Marys in the right place at the right time to see resurrection life, so with you and me.

God gives a ‘yes’ to our life of duty and service.

Rev Jim Wallace St. Enoch’s Presbyterian Church

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More music on Sundays “The only constant thing with you is change.” Ritchie Pickett wrote that a few years ago in his song ‘Chameleon’.

afternoons. A while ago there was more of a divide: some music Saturday afternoon, some on Sunday.

But obviously Saturdays weren't working, so Saturday music has stopped. Perhaps that'll shift as winter kicks in and things like kids' sports e wasn t a tuall the first t in han e, and e er thin will i a ain. the idea, which has been around for But currently on The Strand both a little while. The phrase: ‘The only Croucher Basecamp (née Brew Bar) thing that is constant is change’ is and he h eni are usually credited doing their music to Heraclitus of simultaneously Ephesus, a Greek from 2-5pm on philosopher who Sundays while further lived around 500BC. down the road On the bright side, The Cornerstone it hie was definitel has Sunday music quoting from from 4-7pm. Music someone well out sessions come and go of copyright. for many reasons.

That general area One of the most of thought was popular Sunday actually Heraclitus' sessions withered and main wheelhouse, died last year when as he espoused the Andy Craw sold The philosophy that Matua Pub. The change is central to Andy Craw and Chris Gunn. innocuous-looking the universe.

For that reason – and this might really help one day local had hosted many a wild afternoon with either Andy and friends or visiting acts playing. on a rare and obscure trivia question – most quotes about change actually originate with Heraclitus.

Jack Dusty's “Everything changes and nothing stands still”; Good news! If you're overwhelmed with nostalgia er thin ws and n thin sta s u uld n t for those long lost days of 2017, you'll be pleased to ste twi e int the sa e ri er All is u , n thin hear that it looks like the Sunday sessions have found is stationary”; a whole pile of variations pop up a new h e urtes ess u t n at a ust s throughout his doctrine.

Ale use. a ust s is ust r und the rner And, if I might crave your indulgence just a little from the Bureta supermarket, placing it pretty much longer, he is also responsible for one of the great e a tl where the ld ureta u used t e. insights into life, a line often quoted by, of all people, This Sunday, May 6 from 3-6pm Andy and singer/ i hard i n, a an wh , ir ni all , e a e an keyboard player Chris Gunn are reuniting there embodiment of it: “Character is destiny”. Not a bad effort coming up with that sort of stuff 2500 years ago. as he larne s r what is lanned t e the first afternoon of regular Sunday music.

Musical flux To make the kick-off a bit more special Andy has I mention this because it strikes me that the arranged a bunch of guests – I guess the people l al usi s ene is als in nstant u and it s who might be playing over upcoming weeks – to interesting to watch the slow changes going on. e al n , s e e t t hear the additi nal s unds I'm thinking particularly about the free music i e ir n uitar, re r raunias and a e sessions that happen on The Strand or at various Henderson of the duo Take Two, and Play Misty, other bars throughout town and the Mount. another duo comprising moonlighting B-Side Band They come and go and switch days and times members Paul Parkhouse and Simon Elton. depending on when venue owners reckon will work Incidentally, Sunday, May 6 also marks the last local best for them. gig for a couple of months from esteemed bluesman t s an interestin i . e la es i wee end Mike Garner. He's doing the slot down at Croucher afternoons, some weekend evenings, while some try Basecamp along with percussionist Warren Houston and catch the after-work drinks crowd and schedule and will then e swannin t e ti internati nal music early Friday evening. It depends where you are. locales for a well-deserved holiday.

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JACK DUSTY’S ALE HOUSE (Bureta) Sun 6th Andy Craw & Chris Gunn as The Blarneys 3pm – 6pm, with guests, Mike Kirk, Take Two (Trevor & Dave) also Play Misty (Simon & Paul from B-Side Band). First music in a new

live gig venue in town!

MOUNT SOCIAL CLUB Fri 4th Sienna 6pm – 9pm, then DJ Mateo from 9:30pm Sat 5th Play Misty 6pm – 9pm, DJ Eli from 9:30pm Sun 6th Live Music 5pm – 8pm

THE BARREL ROOM Mon 7th Quiz Night from 7pm

THE RISING TIDE Sun 6th Original kiwi music. Acoustic band SOULar – 1pm start. Opening act is local artist James Walker.

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Jazz Gala comes to Baycourt An American guitarist named as one of “the 100 greatest guitarists of the 20th century” will perform at Tauranga’s Baycourt Addison Theatre on May 31 as part of the Jazz Gala 2018.

singer Lydia Pense who’s been likened to rock singer Janis Joplin. Lydia and Janis dominated the stage in the late 1960s and, when Janis recommended her to legendary concert promoter Bill Graham, she was signed to his new record label, Fillmore Records, with her band Cold Blood.

Robben and Lydia will perform in concert with the Robben Ford, who features Rodger Fox Big Band in Musician magazine’s list and special guests The of all-time greats, is touring California Northridge the North Island in May University Big Band and June. with musical director Robben was a member Matt Harris. of L.A. Express and has “Robben has never collaborated with Miles played with the Rodger Davis, Joni Mitchell, Fox Big Band before and George Harrison, his North Island tour will Larry Carlton, Jimmy be a highlight of the jazz/ Witherspoon, Georgie blues year,” Rodger says.

Fame and Kiss.

“He’s played with the He has received best, is an extremely fi e ra Award versatile musician and is nominations and his album master of blues, jazz, jazz ‘Talk To Your Daughter’ fusion and rock.” was an international hit The Jazz Gala 2018 when released 30 years will be at Baycourt Rodger Fox. Photo: Nick Granville Photography & Video ago, remaining one of the Addison Theatre at benchmark jazz albums of all time.

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Mothers’ Day concert for a treat If you’re looking for something to take mum to this Mothers’ Day, look no further than The Entertainer’s Club.

Jodi Vaughan is one of the true legends of New Zealand country music and will be performing alongside Barbie Davidson at the Tauranga Citz Club on May 13.

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Saturday 5 May Antique Fair

Sat 10am-5pm & Sun 10am4pm at Hotel Armitage, 9 Willow St, Tauranga. Jewellery, china, furniture, tools & more. Gold coin donation to the Waipuna Hospice.

Ph Sandy 027 497 6006

Art In The Park

Art for sale. Weather permitting.

Coronation Park, opposite Burger King.

9am-5pm. Tauranga Society of Artists.

Tauranga Social Dance Club

Old Time and Sequence Dancing 1st Saturday monthly at the Greerton Hall r . ntr su er ra es.

Enquiries: Faye 07 543 3280

Village Radio Museum

Community Radio broadcasting nostalgic music & Community Notices seven days on 1368 KHz AM Band. Radio Museum open from 10am. Request line 571 3710

Bay Network Singles Club

Sunday 6 May

Cards

Greerton Senior Citizen’s Hall, Maitland St, Greerton. Title: “Paul’s letter to Timothy” Interactive, Q&A. All welcome. Vic 543 0504

Social activities 55+ Dining, BBQs, outings. Phone Maureen 021 112 3307 or Jonathn 572 2091 Interested in 500? Flexible evenings to suit. Ideal for central Tauranga & Mount residents. Ph Chris 572 3834

Dragon Boating

Give It A Go paddling sessions held weekly. Sat 8am, Sulphur Point. RSVP by Text to Brooke 022 078 2308 for an info pack.

Glaucoma NZ Tauranga

Support group meeting for those living with glaucoma, held on the 1st Saturday of every month. For more info. taurangaglaucoma@gmail.com 07 549 5776

Katikati Bowling Club

8 Park Road. 12:45-3pm. Ph Phil Green 549 5344

Keynotes Inc.

Keynotes 4-part harmony Women’s Chorus Meet Thursday 7pm @ Wesley Church 13th Ave. Singing for fun & health Ph Nora 544 2714

LOL Laughter Wellness

Blast away the winter chills with laughter. Arataki Community Ctr, Zambuk Way, Mt Maunganui 11-11:45am. Koha. Ph Trish 022 036 6768 or lollaughterwellness@gmail.com

Narcotics Anonymous

Open meeting, 7:30-8:30pm, Hanmer Clinic (behind Super Liquor), 1235 Cameron Rd, Greerton

Neighbourhood Support

Start a Neighbourhood Support group in your street. Neighbourhood Support will help you to do it. Ph 0800 463 444 or for local contacts: www.wbopns.org.nz

Otumoetai Tennis Club

Saturday adult tennis 1:30pm start.

Bellevue Park. Windsor Road. New players welcome. Coaching available. Ph Fred 544 5088

Synchronised Swimming

Tauranga Synchro is a friendly synchronised swimming club based at Baywave. Beginners train Sat mornings. First lesson free. Ph Jo 027 543 1697, info@taurangasynchro. co.nz, www.taurangasynchro.co.nz

Tauranga Senior Citizens’ Club

CARDS 500 Mon & Thurs.

INDOOR BOWLS Tues/Wed/Sat. 14 Norris St.(behind PaknSave)12:45pm for 1pm start. Entry $2 includes afternoon tea. New members welcome.

Taoist Tai Chi Relaxed-BalancedStrong

Beginners class today at 15 Koromiko St, Judea, Tga. 8:30-10am. Membership from $19/month. Great for stress, suitable for all. Ph 578 6193

Bible Seminar

BOP Model Powerboat Club

Racing today, weather permitting.

Come & watch. You might want to join up & race!

Teaching topic “Jesus reveals God & answers prayer.” Mount Bible Chapel, Monowai St, Mount Maunganui. Len 021 230 2210

Movie Church - Johan

From 4pm for the whole family. FREE Movie & Meal at 53 Te Okuroa Drive Papamoa.

Julie 0274 205 375 or visit: http://www. communityofstaidan.com/

Narcotics Anonymous

Sun 7-8pm, Hanmer Clinic (behind Super Liquor), 1235 Cameron Rd, Greerton. If using drugs is causing you problems, maybe we can help. 0800 NA TODAY

Tauranga Badminton Club at Aquinas College. Mondays 7:30-9:30pm. Free use of club racquets. All abilities of senior players welcome. Phone/text Sue 021 194 4335 www.sporty.co.nz/taurangabadmintonclub

Beginner Social Ballroom/Latin Dance

Free Introductory Lesson. Would you like to DANCE? Tonight at 8pm.

Club Mt Maunganui. Just come along. Dean & Miki Ph 021 230 3187 www.udance2.co.nz

Bethlehem Indoor Bowls

NZDA BOP Range Day

Meets in Bethlehem Hall Monday night. Names in by 7:15pm for a 7:30pm start. New members of all ages welcome.

Ph John 027 654 1298

Papamoa Outdoor Bowls

For over 50s. Mon & Fri Greerton Hall, Tues Tauranga Senior Citizens Norris St, Wed Bethlehem hall. 9:15am.

Dianne 027 431 4326 or 576 5031

Psychic Cafe Spiritual Centre

Mount Chess Club. Mondays 1-4pm Hillier Centre, 31 Gloucester Rd Mt Maunganui. $3. Sets, boards,clocks & refreshments provided. Bob or Viv 575 5845 or 0274 786 282

Quakers in Tauranga

Mount RSA Chess Club every Mon, 544 Maunganui Rd. 6-7:30pm during school term. Late program 7:30pm onwards. Standard rules.

Incl casual games. Noel 579 5412

NZDA BOP branch run public open days last Sunday each month at their 300m range in TECT All Terrain Park. a rin firear s li en e

Body+Soul Fitness

Chess in the Afternoon

Monthly playdate for dogs of all breeds.

Meets 2-3pm at Fergusson Park, Matua.

May’s event will be a best-dressed dog event. Prize for best dressed.

All welcome to our RollUp’s Sun & Wed. Register at 1230 commences 1pm. Come & experience OUTDOOR BOWLS. Gordon Spratt Reserve.

Ph 574 0177

St Peters Anglican Church, Victoria Rd, Mt Maunganui at 4pm. Church service with music by Stanford, Goss, Balfour Gardiner, William Harris & others. Free/koha.

See what the buzz is about! Greerton Community Hall, starts 7pm. Onetime door charge $10, then everything FREE. Psychics, Healers, refreshments & fellowship. Ph 578 7205 www.psychiccafe.nz

Come & join us as we explore who Jesus is, & why he came. 6pm Mt Bible Chapel, Monowai St, Mt Maunganui.

Len 021 230 2210

In hall behind Brain Watkins House, cnr Elizabeth/Cameron Rd 10am for an hour of mainly silent worship followed by tea/coffee & talk 544 0448 www.quaker.org.nz

Coffee morning (1st Mon of month) 10am-12noon. $3 entry. Vintage Car Club Rooms, Cliff Road, Tauranga. Ph Bernadette 07 572 3968

Sundays & Thursdays 1:30pm, in pond behind 24 Montego Drive Papamoa, sailing Electron Yachts for fun. Adult beginners welcome.

Graham 572 5419

If you have type one, type two or gestational diabetes ph 07 571 3422 for details of free clinics, programs & events to support your diabetes.

BOP Oodle Club

Choral Evensong Service

Christianity Explored

Cliff Road Petanque

Join us for social games on Sunday & Thursdays at 1pm. Beginners welcome.

No joining fees. Need new players. Fresh air guaranteed!

Czech School & Playgroup

Czech & Slovak Club Tga 10am12noon, Tauranga Boys College, Devonport Rd, guests welcome! More info on www.csclubtauranga.nz/en/

Evensong Service

Choral evensong service at St Peter’s Anglican Church, Victoria Rd, Mt Maunganui. Music by Stanford, Goss, Balfour Gardiner, William Harris and others. Free/koha.

Farmers Market - Mount Mainstreet

Held every Sunday 9-1pm rain or shine! Right in the middle of Mount Mainstreet at Coronation Park, Maunganui. www.mountmainstreet.nz

Historic Village Market

Great market every 1st & 3rd Sunday from 8am-12 pm at 17th Ave. Fruit & veg, crafts, tools, food, plants, clothes & paintings.

Home Hosting & Travel

Go to thefriendshipforce.org or attend one of our meetings or coffee mornings to learn more about Friendship Forces home hosting program. Ph 022 011 4776

Introduction to Buddhism

A new subject each week. Sunday 10am11:30am. Tuition free. Donations accepted.

BOP Tibetan Buddhist Centre Welcome Bay. Details from buddhismbop@gmail. com 0274 338 834

Mount Bible Chapel

Join our Sunday worship at 10am.

Radio Controlled Model Yachts

Soular - The Momentum Tour

Acoustic band SOULar play The Rising Tide. 1pm start. Opening act is local artist James Walker. Join us for an afternoon of original Kiwi music.

Sunday Sessions Music Group

Gathering of musicians, singers, music lovers of all kinds. With a relaxed, let’s have fun feel. Playing music together every Sunday 4:30pm-5:30pm. $15. Ph 0274 751 023

Tauranga Historical Society

2pm at Brain Watkins House Hall.

Speaker Andrew Gregg speaking on “My New Role as Manager of the Elms”

Tauranga Underwater Hockey Club

Meets every Sunday during school term time (except holiday weekends) at Baywave. 5pm for beginning players & 6:15pm for experienced players. More info: emailtuwh@gmail.com

Monday 7 May

Age Concern Cards 500

Every Monday except Public Holidays 9:30-11:30am at Age n ern fi e, a raser treet.

Donation. Ph 578 2631

Alcoholics Anonymous

Open Meeting 10am Tauranga Central Bapist Church . 13th Ave/Cameron Rd. All welcome. Ph 0800 229 6757

Badminton at Aquinas College

Chess at Mount Maunganui

Dutch Friendly Support Network

Free Diabetes Support

Indoor Bowling

St Columba Indoor Bowling Club, 502 Otumoetai Rd, Cherrywood. All playing levels are welcome. 7:30pm start, names in by 7:15pm. Ph Paul 576 6324

Junction Garden Group

Junction, a service to support those experiencing mental health issues. Join us e er nda at un ti n fi e, 12:30pm. Ph 543 3010 for details

Meditation

Free classes,10am Monday in Bellevue. t th se th u hts, find the li e.

Awaken your ‘spirit’. For info ph David or Trisha on 570 1204

Meet Desmond

Mount Maunganui, 9:30pm. All welcome. Ph Myra-Lou 575 6595 Don 575 2708

Omokoroa Beach Indoor Bowls

Meet at Settler’s Hall, Omokoroa Road at 1pm for 1:30pm start. Wear smooth sole shoes/slippers. New & returning members welcome. Ph Anne 548 1636

Otumoetai Indoor Bowling Club

Meets at 7:15pm in the Matua Primary School hall. New members welcome.

Come along & give bowls ago. Ph Karen 576 0443

Scottish Country Dancing

For Fun Fitness & Friendship. Monday 1-3pm. St Peters Church Beach Road Katikati. Ph Douglas 07 548 1997

Silver Singers

Require soprano & bass voices for their choir. Practices are on Mondays at St te hens hur h, r field e. at 579 1036

Taoist Tai Chi RelaxedBalanced-Strong

Beginners classes today in: Tga: 15 Koromiko St, Judea 9:30-11am. Te Puke: 8 Palmer Pl 9:3011am. Pyes Pa: 9 Granston Dr, 3:305pm. All welcome. Ph 578 6193

Tauranga Civic Choir

Choir practice 7:30pm Wesley Church, 13th Ave, Tauranga. Enquiries welcome.

Ph Heather 575 9092. For info visit taurangacivicchoir.org.nz

Tauranga Senior Citizens Club

CARDS 500 Mon & Thurs.

INDOOR BOWLS Tues, Wed & Sat. 14 Norris St. (behind PaknSave) 12:45pm for 1pm start.Entry $2 includes afternoon tea. New members welcome.

Theosophical Society Study Group

This Tauranga group meets every second Monday. Topic is the Miracle of Birth by the gifted clairvoyant Geoffrey Hodson. Ph Colleen 576 0165 or Joan 021 465 626

Walk For Wellness

Free walking group for people with cancer & their supporters. Departs 9:30am from the green toilets halfway along Pilot Bay. Cancer Society 07 571 2035

Tuesday 8 May

ABC - Avenues Badminton Club

Every Tues at Tauranga Boys College Gym. Juniors 6-7:30pm (term time).

Seniors (Adults) 7:30-9:30pm. Club racquets available. Delwyn 027 212 4720

Alcoholics Anonymous

Are you interested in taking back control of your type two diabetes? Meet DESMOND. Free. INFOLine 07 571 3422

Open meeting 7:30-8:30pm, St Peters Anglican Church. 11 Victoria Rd Mt. All Welcome. Ph 0800 229 6757

Mount RSA Indoor Bowls

Meet 2nd Tuesday for business & 4th Tuesday programme evening. Lots of fun. Contact Denise president.tauranga@ altrusa.org.nz www.altrusa.org.nz

Club nights are Monday & Thursday.

6:30 names in, start 7pm. Everyone welcome. Come & have some fun. Ph Diane 575 3480

Narcotics Anonymous

Open Meeting, Mon 7-8pm, Hillier Centre. 31 Gloucester Rd, Mt Maunganui. If using drugs is causing you problems, maybe we can help: 0800 NA TODAY

Oceanside Probus Club

Meet 1st Monday of the month at Omanu Golf Club, Matapihi Road,

Altrusa Womens Service Group

Badminton (Social)

Every Tuesday & Friday at Otumoetai Baptist Hall 9:30am-12pm. Racquets available. Ph Lorraine 579 3229

Beginner Social Dance Class

Tuesday 15th, 6pm, Tauranga Primary School Hall, 5th Ave, or Thursday 17th 8pm, Greerton Hall, 1247 Cameron Rd (opp Caltex). Ph 027 322 1786 Sonia

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Cards

Interested in 500? Flexible evenings to suit. Ideal for central Tauranga & Mount residents. Ph Chris 572 3834

Cards 500

Mount Senior Citizens Hall, 345 Maunganui Rd. Tues & Thurs 12:30pm. Ph Jack 575 7719

Crafty Craft Group

Bring your own Craft or learn one.

9am every Tuesday (Term Time) St Peters Church. Ph Shelly 07 262 1036

Falun Dafa Free Classes

Manage stress & anxiety with easy exercises & meditation. 7pm Hillier Centre, 31 Gloucester Rd, Bayfair.

Ph/text Judy 021 0425 398

Fitness League

adies e er ise with wei hts, r work, stretching, dance. Make friends & enjoy. St Columba Church, 502 Otumoetai Rd, Cherrywood. 9:3010:30am. Ph Gloria 021 139 2448

Free Pasifika Education Programme

Every Tuesday evening, 3 Apr -23 Oct. 5:30pm-8pm Lifezone Church, 7 Oak Lane, Judea. Dinner provided.

Inachord Women’s Chorus

We welcome new members. Multi genre music. 3 weeks free trial. Lots of fun. Bethlehem Community Church 183 Moffat Rd. 7-9pm. Ph Sabine 021 111 8659

Israeli Dancing

6:30-7:30pm for beginners. Gate Pa Primary School hall, Cameron Rd. All ages welcome, no partners required. Ph Maria, 544 1680 or 022 165 2114

Junction Coffee & Chat

At St James’ Church, Greerton, 10am12pm. Support & friendship for those experiencing mental illness &/or addiction. Ph 543 3010 for details or pick-up.

Learn To Play Bridge

Beginners lessons start on March 6 at finish at the end une at Tauranga Bridge Club, 252 Ngatai Road. Lessons are $70.

Morning Prayer

Scrabble

Meet at Tauranga Bridge Club, Otumoetai Rd, 8:50am. All very welcome.

Ph 544 8372

Sequence Dancing

Tauranga Social & Leisure Club, St John Anglican Church Hall, 94 Bureta Road Otumoeti. Tuesdays 7pm-9:30pm except 2nd Tuesday each month 3:30-6pm. Faye 543 3280

South City Indoor Bowls

7:30pm Club Night.(Championship Singles Post Section Playoff if required)

Tauranga Acoustic Music Club

Greerton RSA 7pm. Friendly gettogether, all instruments, all levels of ability. Come in & enjoy some live music. Grant 578 6448

Tauranga Astronomical Society

Narcotics Anonymous

Women’s Meeting, Tues 10:3011:30am, Downstairs Hall (accessed from rear bottom car park), Salvation Army Recovery Church, 375 Cameron Rd. Ph 0800 NA TODAY

Omokoroa Beach Indoor Bowls

Meet at Settler’s Hall, Omokoroa Rd at 7pm for 7:30pm start. Wear smooth sole shoes/slippers. New & returning members welcome. Ph Anne 548 1636

Oriana Singers

Oriana Singers practice every Tuesday 7pm at St Andrews Church, Dee St, Mt Maunganui. Actively recruiting Tenors, Basses. Ph president Terry Fulljames, 021 0266 8684

Otumoetai Lions Club

Otumoetai Lions Club eet e er first third Tuesday of the month at Daniels in the Park, Memorial Park.

All welcome. Please ph 579 3839

Otumoetai Tennis Club

Midweek adult tennis Tuesdays & Thursdays. 9am-10:30am Bellevue Park, Windsor Road. Beginners welcome. Coaching available. Ph Pam 570 0302

Otumoetai Walking Group

Meet at 9am at Kulim Park.

Ph Jim 576 7339

Papamoa Garden Circle

Meeting at Gordon Spratt Reserve at 1pm. This month’s speaker is Alan Smith. Ph Fern 575 2857

Prenatal Yoga in Bethlehem

Gentle & enjoyable prenatal yoga classes with Nic. Wednesdays 11:15am-12:25pm. New classes coming. Classes are $15.

Nic 021 124 2598 nicwong70@gmail. com www.sweetyoga.co.nz

Scottish Country Dancing

Every Friday morning 9am-12pm at Arataki Community Centre. Occasional tuition with local artists. Paint with friends.

All levels welcome. Ph Chrissy 572 0818

Discuss any topic that is important to you. First 4 receive a free coffee. 11-12pm at Gana Cafe Papamoa. Julie 0274 205 375 http://www.communityofstaidan.com/

Tauranga RSA Chess Club, Greerton 5-7pm, Casual & Standard length games.

Ph Werner 548 1111 http:/www.westernbopchess.weebly.com/

Closed Men’s Meeting every Thurs, 7:308:30pm, Waipuna Park Hall, 25 Kaitemako Rd, Welcome Bay. If using drugs is causing you problems, call 0800 NA TODAY

Yatton St, Greerton. Club Night. Names in by 7:15pm for 7:30pm start.

Meet The Missioner

Narcotics Anonymous

Papamoa Coffee & Chat

Junction, a service to support those experiencing mental health issues. Join us for every Thursday at Papamoa McDonalds, 1pm-2pm. Ph 543 3010 for details

Social Rock’n Roll Dancing

Every Tues & Thurs 9-11:30am at QE2 Centre. Racquets available, all welcome. Ph Rachael 0274 462 959

eli i ns i nite di isi ns n i ts across the globe. We delve into religions. Join our second Wednesday monthly discussions. Enquiries Ph 576 1849

New dancer class now, see Facebook Orange City Squares & Rounds. Enjoy music movement laughter, details 577 1100 or 578 6516.

Frontiersmen’s Hall, Elizabeth St

Percussion band. 7:159:15pm. Mount Sports Centre, cnr Hull & Maunganui Rds. No experience reqd.

Ph Rob 021 232 7185

Meets every Wednesday at Tauranga Rowing Club, Devonport Road, Tauranga 10am-2:30pm, 7:30pm9:30pm. Beginners very welcome. Ph Jenny Williams 07 219 7740

Memorial Park next to Mini Golf on 11th Ave. No charge. 9:30am

Shooting Tue night 7pm. Range 165 Elizabeth St West. All enquires 07 578 0098

Monthly meetings Wed 9th & Sat 12th. Baptist Church Hall. New Members welcome. Ph Ruth 543 2157

Monthly meeting 7:30pm in hall at rear of Senior Citizens Club building 14 Norris St. Entry $4 inc light supper.

All welcome. Ph Ian 5442811

Midweek ladies Wednesdays 9-11 Tauranga lawn, Tauranga Domain, Cameron Road. Players welcome to join organised doubles. All abilities, all a es. ll wed rnin tea first visit free).

Tauranga Morning Badminton

Tauranga Samba Brazilian Drumming

Tauranga Target Rifle Club

Tauranga UFO & Paranormal

Welcome Bay Lions Club

Meet every 2nd Tues monthly, Greenwood Park Village, Welcome Bay Rd. Dinner meeting 2nd Tuesday of month. Business meeting 4th Tuesday of month. Graham 544 8625

Yoga For All

Wednesday 9 May

Our running & walking groups meet at the Scout Hall on May St every Tuesday & Friday. Leaving at 9:30am & back by 10:30am. www.mtrunnersandwalkers.co.nz

Working the Steps (closed meeting), Weds 7:30-9:00pm, Downstairs Hall (accessed from rear bottom car park), Salvation Army Recovery Church, 375 Cameron Rd. Ph 0800 NA TODAY

Age Concern Walking Group

10am Matua Saltmarsh off Sylvania Drive.

Bowls Indoor

Mount Senior Citizens Hall, 345 Maunganui Rd. Names in 12:45pm.

Bring a friend to see if you like it.

Ph Nancy 575 4650

Bromeliad Meeting Yacht Club

12:30-2:30 Guest speaker Michelle McDonnell on garden design principles & concepts. Monthly plant Variegated Neoregelias. Good sales table/ ra es. isit rs wel e

CAP Money Course

CAP money course is a revolutionary FREE money management course that teaches budgeting skills with a simple system that really works. Carlene 021 241 3671 for info

Cards

Sea of Faith, Tauranga

Tauranga Embroiderers’ Guild

Tauranga Floral Art Group

Tauranga Lawn Tennis Club

Tauranga Midweek Tramping Group

Radar dome from N Henderson.

Grade moderate. Garry 578 3083

Thursday 10 May Bay City Rockers

Social RocknRoll Dancing including Rnr Waltz, Neon Moon.Thursdays at Senior Citizens Hall, Norris St. 7-9:30pm. $3 entry includes supper. Gavin 027 643 6222

CAP Money Course

A free money management course over 4 weeks that teaches budgeting skills that really works. Thursday 10:15 & 7:30. Ph Carlene 021 241 367

Christian Talk

Mike Bain from Christian Voice NZ presents “When a Nation Forgets God” at Papamoa Community Centre Gravatt Road, Sessions 4:15 & 5.30.

Free entry.

Diabetes Clinic

Bongards Pharmacy Greerton, 3rd Thursday each month. INFOline Ph 571 3422

Junction Coffee & Chat

Junction Mount Maunganui/Papamoa COFFEE & CHAT, McDonalds Papamoa, 1-2pm. Support & friendship for those experiencing mental illness and/ or addiction. Ph 543 3010 for details or pick-up

Katikati Bowling Club

Do you play crib or would like to learn? Every Weds at Greerton RSA 1pm sharp. Ph Michael 562 0517

8 Park Rd Rummikub 1-4pm, $3 entry. Phil Green 549 5344

Club Mt Indoor Bowls

Men’s Vets Nine Hole Golf Thurs 8:30am Tee off. New Players are welcome. Ph Stewart 021 978 650

Names in by 6:45 for 7pm start.

Ph Val 543 4168

Free Diabetes Support

Speak to our Registered Diabetes Nurse about your diabetes INFOline MonThurs 07 571 3422

Gate Pa Indoor Bowls Club night 7:30pm

Healing Rooms 1-3pm

Come & experience God’s healing touch, whether physical, emotional, spiritual. Above Graced Oppshop, cnr 11Ave, Christopher St. No charge. Ph 021 110 0878 www.healingrooms.co.nz

Katikati Fairview Golf Club

Keynotes Inc.

Keynotes 4 part harmony Womens’ Chorus meet Thursday 7pm @ Wesley Church hall 13th Ave. Singing for fun & health. Ph Jacqui 542 1766

Learn To Dance WCS

We teach a modern, sexy & smooth dance called West Coast Swing. Every Thur at QV Cafe (850 Cameron Rd) from 6:45pm 1st class is FREE. embrace.dancing@gmail.com Vero 021 191 1601

Arataki Artists Group

Free classes 7:30pm Thursdays in Bellevue.

Stop those thoughts. Find the Joy of Life.

Awaken your Spirit. Ph David or Trisha on 570 1204

Including RnR Waltz, Neon Moon.

Thursdays at Senior Citizens Hall, Norris St. 7-9:30pm. $3 entry includes supper. Gavin 027 643 6222

Mount Morning Badminton

Mt Runners & Walkers

Narcotics Anonymous

Meditation

Mount Senior Citizens Hall, 345 Maunganui Rd. Beginners 6pm, general dancing 7:30pm. Ph Mary 574 8687 Lynne 021 140 7912

Tuesday-Friday every week 8:30-9am, at 53 Te Okuroa Drive Papamoa. Julie 0274 205 375 or

9-11:30am. Mt Sports Centre, Blake Park. Social, all ages, racquets available, beginners welcome. $5 per day. Ph Margaret 575 9792

8 Park Road. Mixed Roll-ups 12:453pm. Ph Phil Green 549 5344

A look at Earth’s dynamic tectonic plates, particularly how ancient New Zealand riding a major boundary was created. Telescope viewing weather dependent. Fergusson Park Observatory 7:30

Welcome Bay Community Centre, 6:30-8pm. Traditional, relaxing Yoga class. Beginners welcome. $12 one or $90 nine classes. Bring a mat. Info: Bhajan 07 929 7484

visit: http://www.communityofstaidan. com/

Katikati Bowling Club

Square Dance Fun

Tai Chi in the Park

Taoist Tai Chi Relaxed-Balanced-Strong

Beginners classes today: Tauranga: 15 Koromiko Street, Judea, 1-2:30pm. Mount Maunganui: 345 Maunganui Road, 6:157:45pm Katikati: Memorial Hall, 5:307pm. Memberships from $19 month. All welcome. Ph 578 6193

Tauranga Porcelain Artists

Meet 9am-12pm at Elizabeth Street West.

Beginners welcome. Ph Lynne 549 0847 027 222 3627

Friday 11 May

Alcoholics Anonymous

Open meeting, 10am Tauranga Central Bapist Church, cnr 13th Ave & Cameron Rd. All welcome. Ph 0800 229 6757

Alcoholics Anonymous

Open meeting, 7:30pm, Tauranga Hanmer Clinic, 1235 Cameron Rd. (Behind SuperLiquour) All welcome.

Ph 0800 229 6757

Chess Tauranga

Greerton Indoor Bowling Club Junction Board Games

Junction, a service to support those experiencing mental health issues. in us r e er rida at un ti n fi e, 12:30pm-2pm. Ph 543 3010 for details

Junction Mount Walk

10am-12:30pm. Support & friendship for those experiencing mental illness and/or addiction. Ph 543 3010 for details or pick-up.

Narcotics Anonymous

Open Meeting, Fri 7:30-8:30pm, Hillier Centre, 31 Gloucester Rd, Mt Maunganui.

If using drugs is causing you problems, maybe we can help: 0800 NA TODAY

Papamoa & Districts GreyPower

AGM 12:30pm 11th May. Papamoa Community Centre/Library. Guest speaker, Barry Jackson on Asian Ports of call. All welcome.

Gold coin entry. Ph Bill 578 2114 for food arrangements.

Preschool Music @St. Georges

A half hour of fun, dance & movement to music, followed by morning tea. St. Georges Church lounge (1 Church Street) 9:30am Fridays termtime. Koha

Quiz Night

“Give A Smile” fundraiser.

Tauranga Bridge Club 6:30pm.

Tickets $20pp. Auction items.

Team & spot prizes. Nibbles/supper provided. Cash bar available. Ph Eunice 027 307 4348

Taoist Tai Chi Relaxed-Balanced-Strong

Beginners classes today: Tauranga: 15 Koromiko Street, Judea, 9-10am. Papamoa: 242 Dickson Road, 9-10:30am. Memberships from $19 month. Great for stress, suitable for all. Ph 578 6193

Te Puke Toy Library

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Trustee Election Nomination for Trustees The Tauranga Energy Consumer Trust (TECT) is administered by six Trustees, three of whom retire by rotation this year. Nominations are sought from eligible TECT consumers for the election of three Trustees to hold office for the next four years. Retiring Trustees can stand for re-election if they choose.

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To stand for election a candidate must be a Trustpower account holder residing in Tauranga City or Western Bay of Plenty. The nomination paper and candidate handbook are available by phoning the Independent Returning Officer, Warwick Lampp, on the free phone election helpline 0800 666 029, or by visiting the TECT office at Ground Floor, the HUB, 525 Cameron Road, Tauranga, or from www.tect.org.nz A candidate information meeting will be held at 7pm on Tuesday 15 May 2018 at the TECT office, Ground Floor, the HUB, 525 Cameron Road, Tauranga. This meeting is to give prospective candidates information about the Trust, the election process, and the requirements for completing the nomination documents including profiles etc.

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Hundreds gathered before sunrise at the Mount Cenotaph to commemorate Anzac Day. Members of the public, cadets, and RSA members began gathering from 5am. Mount Maunganui RSA chaplain Reverend Marie Gilpin led the service, reading from the Book of Ecclesiasticus. As part of the service, Mount Maunganui College student Ella Cox led the national anthem and concluded with a rendition of ‘Sons of Gallipoli’.

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BAFFLED TANK

TWIN BAFFLED TANK

600L DIESELPRO TRANSFER UNIT • 12V PIUSI self-priming pump • High quality auto shut-off nozzle • 5m of ¾” delivery hose with swivel and crimped fittings • Tank bottom 8mm brass inserts for bolt down mounting to a tray, skid or platform

45L/ MIN

STRONG LOCKABLE COVER

OPEN FLOW

SQDN600L-X1

2,100

$

BAFFLED TANK

BAFFLED TANK

BAFFLED TANK

TWIN BAFFLED TANK

BAFFLED TANK

MOULDED FORKLIFT BOOTS

4M OF ¾” DELIVERY HOSE

1100 AND 2200L DIESELPAK TRANSFER UNITS BAFFLED TANK Large capacity diesel storage for farm and construction equipment.

• 5m hose & auto shut-off gun • Foot design allows bolt down mounting • Baffled tank 1100L only 1100 LITRE

2,200

$

SQD1000-X1

SQDS400-7

1,379

$

BAFFLED TANK

3,800

$

SQD2200-5

Designed for the storage & transfer of AUS32 Solution.

• UV Stabilized polytuff tank • 35L/Min open flow self priming pump • 4m of ¾” delivery hose with manual nozzle • 3m Long power cord with alligator clips

• 40 L/min open flow diesel pump • Hose & gun stores under the lockable cover, padlock included • Tie down points & level indicator • 4m hose & auto shut off trigger • 1110mm L x 960mm W x 660mm H •BAFFLED WeightTANK 46kg Heavy duty construction with lockable filling cap and pump.

• Moulded Forklift Boots makes transport easier

2200L UNIT FITTED WITH 85L/MIN HIGH FLOW PUMP AND 4M HOSE

2200 LITRE

200 LITRE 12 VOLT SELECTA BLUE TRANSFER UNIT

STRONG LOCKABLE COVER

12V 400 LITRE DIESEL CUBE TRANSFER UNIT

BAFFLED TANK

INDENT ORDER ONLY

TKA200-7

800

$ DIESEL LEVEL INDICATOR

TWIN BAFFLED TANK

BAFFLED TANK

Prices valid to April 1st to May 31st 2018.

Prices exclude GST, exclude dealer installation and/or freight charges.

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