The Weekend Sun - 30 November 2018

30 November 2018, Issue 936

Makes common cents Tauranga waste guru Marty Hoffart has been banging on about a bottle deposit scheme for a long time.

The concept is simple enough – give something value, even trash like plastic drink bottles, and they will stop ending up in landfills, waterways and the ocean.

Now pressure is being applied to politicians, and a petition pressing for a bottle deposit scheme has been launched.

Each year almost one billion plastic bottles are landfilled, and take decades to break down. According to the action group Kiwi Bottle Drive, that is totally avoidable wastage and pollution.

A bottle deposit scheme, they say, would create a circular economy – recycling would be financially rewarded, jobs would be created and councils would save millions of dollars every year. The story on cash for trash is on page 3.

Photo: Bruce Barnard.

The Bay’s largest circulating, most read newspaper. 67,668 copies to the homes of 159,700 residents throughout TAURANGA, MOUNT MAUNGANUI, PAPAMOA, WAIHI BEACH, KAIMAI, KATIKATI, TE PUKE, PAENGAROA, OTAMARAKAU and all RDs

Your Central City Health Centre

OPEN EVERY DAY 8AM - 9PM

• accident & medical • family medical practice • chiropractor • physiotherapy • pharmacy

• dentist • xray

2nd Avenue Health Centre - 19 Second Avenue - Tauranga

www.team-dental.co.nz Hygienist appointments now available on Saturdays

Friday ˜° November ˛°˝˙

The Weekend Sun

˜

1 The Strand, PO Box 240, Tauranga Phone 07 578 0030 www.theweekendsun.co.nz ads@thesun.co.nz newsroom@thesun.co.nz

The Weekend Sun is published every Friday, circulating throughout the Western Bay of Plenty, delivered free to ˜°,˜˜˛ homes o f more than ˝˙ˆ,°ˇˇ r esidents from Waihi Beach, through Katikati, Tauranga, Mt Maunganui, Papamoa and Te Puke including rural and residential mailboxes.

The Weekend Sun is produced by Sun Media Ltd, an independent and locally owned company based at ˝ The Strand, Tauranga.

Sun Media Ltd Directors: Claire & Brian Rogers General Manager: Jay Burston Editorial: Letitia Atkinson, Merle Foster, Hunter Wells, Cayla-Fay Saunders, Kerry Mitchell, Sharnae Hope, Sam Gardner, Dan Sheridan, Caitlin Houghton. Photography: Bruce Barnard, Nikki South. Advertising: Kathy Sellars, Kim Ancell, Bianca Lawton, Aimee-Leigh Brunsdon, Lucy Pattison, Jo Delicata, Tinesha Lupke, Karlene Sherris, Dave Millar, Courtney Dick. Design Studio: Kym Johnson, James Carrigan, Kerri Wheeler, Kyra Du˘ y, Caitlin Burns, Amy Bennie. O˜ ce: Kathy Drake, Jennifer Swallow, Debbie Kirk.

The Bay’s most read newspaper

PC socks it to sad, sacked, sexist Santa Political correctness has slain the last bastion of tradition. Santa Claus has been slaughtered by the whingers who believe he’s sexist.

Engineered for NZ conditions

Farmers department store reportedly sacked their Santa because his comments were deemed sexist. Apparently he said the role could only be filled by a man.

It’s a bit perplexing, since common sense tells us that Santa is a man. Always has and always should be. So does history.

The character is based on St Nicholas, and unless he was a trannie, it’s pretty clear Saint Nick was a bloke.

There’s no way this role could be portrayed by a woman - just as you’d never consider a man to play the role of the Virgin Mary in a nativity play (unless it was Mrs Brown, and that would be a twist too far). This is the tipping point, where the world can officially be declared stark raving mad, and we’ve let it happen.

The only fair way to settle the argument about whether Santa could be a woman or should remain a man is to declare the role gender neutral.

But this raises more questions.

Will the reindeer have to be equally gender selected?

Will Rudolph, renamed Rudolphine, wear more foundation to cover his/her shiny nose?

Does a woman Santa, as she ages, go through menoclaus?

I know a few women who have enough facial hair to be candidates for the Santa role.

So does Paul Henry.

Would Lady Santa make a better world navigator because, unlike Man Santa, she’d use the map?

Optional side curtains

Other characters threatened

5 year warranty

Next, the PC brigade will be tackling a range of other traditional characters.

If St Nicholas can’t identify as male for his day of festivities, neither can St Patrick.

In fact he’s in serious trouble, because the connection to leprechauns is offensive to short people everywhere.

Smokey the Bear will be outlawed as a health risk to children.

He will be referred to as Vapey the Bear.

Then vaping will be the target.

Entertain your friends in style

15 months

INTEREST FREE

Normal lending cri teria

apply

Warm & dry in winter 99% UV protection in summer Stylish & permanent

BAY BAYOF OF PLENTY PLENTY

CALL DARREN PEATTIE M 021 02538444 E bayofplenty@archgola.co.nz www.archgola.co.nz

Deep Purple will release a new version of their 1971 one hit, Vape on the Water. It will be performed at five knots within 200m of shore, wearing life vests and hi-viz.

Mars landing

We are so relieved that the Mars landing site has been chosen, and that touchdown was successful. It was worrying that the space people might have picked an unsuitable location, or as the scientists call it, a stink place to land.

One of the aims is to look for ancient signs of life. I guess that might be old fossils, remains of plants or animals, or Keith Richards sitting on the edge of a crater.

Steak out standards

Apparently, New Zilloners have voted and decided there should be some rules around the right way to cook steak. Medium rare has been voted the best.

Much like Helen Clark’s efforts to limit our shower time to two minutes, it will be one of those absurd ideas that many will balk at.

In fact, this could lead to some angry steak eaters tucking in raw, or crucified to a smouldering crisp, just to spite those who seek to make us conform to their ‘standard.’

However, it is probably a great publicity stunt for NZ Beef and Lamb, as any discussion about a product is good publicity, even if it’s silly publicity.

Much like the furore over Santa’s sacking from the Farmers Christmas parade for supposed sexist comments.

What a great way to promote your brand and draw extra attention to the event.

Shite Highway 2

It’s been a while since I banged on about Shite Highway 2, so here goes: It is dangerous and inefficient. It has been ignored by the government to the point that it’s now a major problem.

The latest knee jerk reaction - suggested slower speed limits for Shite Highway 2 - is a pointless exercise, because the traffic is already choked back to the speed of the slowest common denominator.

It’s a rare occasion that a driver can travel on SH2 at anywhere near the posted speed limit, because there’s no passing lanes, no slow lanes, no opportunity to pass and no opportunity to pull over to let anyone pass. There’s also too much volume for a single lane.

This is a major arterial route and should have been developed as traffic volumes expanded. The only speed you can travel on SH2 is the speed of the slowest vehicle in front of you, which often is 60 or 70km/h or less.

So no amount of “speed limiting” is going to limit motorists any more than the speed that is set by those in front, who either can’t go any faster, don’t want to go any faster, or don’t care how many vehicles are backed up behind; or all of the above. We’re going to keep banging on about this until the government wakes up to its responsibilities to provide a safe and efficient transport access to the north of the country’s fifth-largest city.

Citizens have been protesting long and loud. MP Todd Muller points out that this deadly stretch of road is costing too many lives. National had committed to fund the upgrade of the entire stretch but the Labour-NZ First government cancelled it to put the money into Auckland trams.

Please note, that is trams with an M.

Parting question:

If a vampire bites a zombie, does the zombie become a vampire or does the vampire become a zombie?

GARDEN CENTRE CENTRE GARDEN

IMPORTANT STUFF: All material is copyright and may not be reproduced without the written permission of the publisher. Sun Media makes every effort to ensure the accuracy of all information and accepts no liability for errors or omissions or the subsequent use of information published.

To cook the perfect steak, according to Jamie Oliver, rub the steak all over with olive oil, salt and pepper, and cook in a pan, turning every minute. Rub the steak with a garlic clove each turn and let the steak sit for two minutes before eating.

The Weekend Sun

Friday ˜° November ˛°˝˙

˜

Get cash for trash

Cash for trash - Hope Lawsen, Marty Hoffart and Satsuki Takenouchi adding value to empty plastic bottles at their pop-up bottle return depot. Photo: Bruce Barnard.

More than 12,000 people, including a large number from the Bay of Plenty, have attached their signatures to a petition aimed at convincing politicians that dumping plastic bottles in landfill is not okay.

Almost one billion plastic bottles are being landfilled, littered or ending up in our oceans and waterways each year, and action group Kiwi Bottle Drive wants to stop what it deems to be totally avoidable waste and pollution.

The group are calling on all MPs to back a bottle deposit scheme - a cash-for-trash scheme - to stop drink packaging waste.

“If drink bottles and cans had value, they will stop ending up in the sea,” says Kiwi Bottle Drive organiser Rowan Brooks.

This week, a pop-up bottle return depot was operating on Cameron Road outside the offices of Waste Watchers - the waste minimisation

company. Manager Marty Hoffart has long been a champion of bottle deposit schemes.

The pop-up depot was a simple way of creating awareness on a national day of action.

Campaign coordinator Holly Dove says bottle deposits are already popular.

“There’s huge support for this amongst Kiwis who either fondly remember collecting bottles for pocket money as kids, or have been impressed by the effectiveness of schemes they’ve seen on holidays, in places like Germany,” she says.

“We want to get this system back in a modern form. It’ll look after our oceans, clean the streets and help our communities fundraise, like the Scouts used to do with bottle drives in the 1980s.”

The Kiwi Bottle Drive says a bottle deposit scheme will help create 2000 new jobs.

They claim it would also save councils and taxpayers up to $40 million a year, reduce carbon emissions, create community fund groups, supplement low incomes and foster a sustainable circular economy.

Marseille 2250 Outdoor Table + 8 Caribbean Chairs

Teak/Marine Grade 316 Stainless Steel + German Rehau Wicker chairs - choose from Coffee Cream or Kubu coloured chairs.

was $6,691 NOW $4,499

Last Weekend Of Our Pre Christmas Sale

Hepburn 3RR + 2RR Reclining Sofas Beige comfort aire fabric in stock now - 3 sets only or order in your choice of colour!

Was $2,898 NOW $1,999

Let us sort your entertaining areas this Christmas with our store-wide furniture sale!

NZ Made Boston 3+2.5

Final days to shop in-store & online now

Was $3,499 NOW $1,999

Order in any group A fabric

Austin Barstool

Fabric seat + brushed stainless steel base

Was $249 NOW $149

Cabo Occasional Chair Available in several colours

Was $399 NOW $299

Round Copenhagen Outdoor Table - 148cm diameter Copenhagen 1800 Outdoor Table + 6x Copenhagen Outdoor Dining Chairs Choose from white/teak or charcoal/teak

Was $3,493 NOW $1,999

CNR 13TH AVE & CAMERON RD, TAURANGA

Solid Teak + Powdercoated Aluminium

was $2,299 NOW $1,499

Team it with our popular Copenhagen Dining Chairs - White

FURNISH.CO.NZ

was $299 NOW $199

OPEN 7 DAYS WITH LOTS OF FREE PARKING!

Friday ˜° November ˛°˝˙ A selection of local breaking stories featured this week on...

The only local daily news source you need, constantly updated, seven days a week

www.sunlive.co.nz News tips ph

˜°˜˜ SUNLIVE

Man pulled from bridge

Tauranga Police have thanked the unnamed heroes who pulled a man off a bridge on Monday.

“A man in crisis climbed over the railing of the Cambridge Road overpass in Tauranga,” says a police spokesperson.

“Traffic came to a standstill on the expressway underneath. Some local people pulled this man back over the railings to safety and held him until police could arrive.

“A huge shout out and thank you to these unnamed local heroes from Tauranga Police.

“You can be rightly proud of your actions.

“Thank you again!”

National Sevens in Tauranga

Waikato and Manawatu will be looking to defend their respective Men’s and Women’s titles when the 2018 TECT National Sevens hits Tauranga Domain on December 15.

The tournament will feature 28 teams from across the country, as they compete to claim their national titles.

The TECT National Sevens will provide the community with a great day out for the whole family. A selection of Little Big Markets’ food trucks will be coupled with great entertainment and activities for the whole family to enjoy in the More FM Family Fun Zone.

Fatal workplace accident

One person died earlier this week following a workplace accident in Paengaroa.

Police were called to the scene at Allport Road, near State Highway 33, at around midday on Tuesday. The cause of the accident is yet to be confirmed, and police are continuing to investigate the matter.

Worksafe has been advised and the death will be referred to the coroner.

Bay lake health warning

Health warnings have been issued for both Lake Okaro and Lake Rotoehu because of the presence of blooms of potentially toxic blue-green algae.

Contact with water affected can cause asthma and hay fever attacks in some individuals.

Contact with the blue-green algae can also cause skin rashes, stomach upsets and, in some cases, neurological effects such as tingling around the mouth, headaches, breathing difficulties and visual problems.

“The health warnings mean that people should avoid any activity which involves contact with the water in Lake Okaro or Lake Rotoehu,” says Dr Neil de Wet.

SunLive Comment of the Week ‘Just an idea’ posted by Pedro on the story ‘SH2 reopens following serious crash’.

“How about people showing a little courtesy to other drivers and people waiting at intersections on this road. Open your eyes, you’re driving in an endless stream of traffic. Tailgating and overtaking achieves nothing in heavy flows.”

The Weekend Sun

˜

Te Puke folk stump up Listen to Karen Summerhays, of the Te Puke Centre Working Group, and the deal is done - bar licking the stamps. The numbers stack up.

“This town is buying that Post Office,” says Karen. “We are so excited, and so proud. It’s amazing.”

The target is $50,000. They had pledges for $36,500 by mid-week, and the deadline is next Wednesday, December 5 at 5pm. “It tells me that Te Puke wants to keep that bumping place,” she says.

Bumping place?

“Everyone understands the Post Office cold go elsewhere, anywhere. But I think people really do value the fact the Post Office is that bumping place where local people bump into each other.”

When a consortium of Te Puke women learned that the town’s post office services were open for “expressions of interest”, they duly expressed their interest in what they considered to be an “essential piece of kit”.

It’s a connection point - a meeting place where people know each other.

“It’s a neutral territory, a good place and a safe place to go,” says Karen.

So when Kiwibank and NZ Post parted ways and Kiwibank disappeared into the electronic ether, the working group put it back on to the locals.

Stump up with the money to buy the PO service and, at the same time, develop a front door for Te Puke - a state-of-theart information centre operating alongside the postal services.

They started a crowd-funding campaign, seeking up-front pledges.

Small donations trickled in to begin with – $5 here, $100 there – and all told, there’s 200 pledgers averaging $175 each.

The biggest stands at three-four thousand dollars.

“One couple pledged the proceeds of a car sale – a little bomb they’d been

running around in. They thought they might get $2000.” That would have a lovely gesture, except it didn’t sell.

“So they just chipped in $1000 anyway.”

It’s also interesting that there are more paper pledges than electronic pledges.

“Older people are passionate about keeping the infrastructure in place,”

says Karen.

“They value that because the Post Office is somewhere they can go and talk to someone.”

There’s still time to do your bit. Help make the Te Puke Post Office scheme fly by visiting: www.pledgeme.co.nz and search for Save Te Puke Post Office.

The Weekend Sun

Friday ˜° November ˛°˝˙

˜

More than 150 teenagers have already signed up for Josh Callander’s Teen Jobs website. Photo: Sharnae Hope.

Tapping talent market Youth unemployment rates in New Zealand aren’t pretty.

More than 11 per cent of 15-to-19-year-olds are unemployed – figures that cost the government, and you the taxpayer, $345 million a year.

One of them was Josh Callander, who at 14 was at the lower end of the demographic and already had first-hand experience of the difficulty of finding jobs out there in the market place.

“Established job websites are for older people, and there was nothing for school students looking for part-time work,” says Josh.

So he tackled the problem, and an idea was born something called Teen Jobs.

“It’s a free website, where students and teenagers list themselves and the areas they want to work in,” he explains. “Potential employers and households can simply search and find teenagers to do the jobs they require.”

Josh says this flips the traditional way of doing

things, when the onus is on the employer to list a vacancy. “That’s impractical for smaller or part-time jobs,” he says.

Roles cover everything from household work, such as lawn mowing or babysitting, right through to retail and business positions.

And it’s not a fly-by-night idea. The concept came third in the junior classification of the Young Innovators’ Awards and earned plaudits from Google’s head of education for New Zealand and Australia, Suan Yeo. “Teen Jobs really stood out for the thought for the end user,” says Suan. Following on from that success, Josh was encouraged to develop the ideas into a fully operational website.

Teen Jobs is registering teenagers now, building a pool of workers before going fully live to employers and households from December 1.

Visit: www.teenjobs.co.nz for more information.

Josh is still looking for a job, because even as manager of his own website, it doesn’t turn a buck.

Aching, cramping, restless or swollen legs?

PAPAMOA Porcelain Skin Papamoa Plaza

Varicose veins may be causing these symptoms.

Call to book an assessment with Dr Anuya to see what can be done non surgically for your varicose or spider veins.

P 07 542 4505 TAURANGA Tauranga Specialist Centre • 752 Cameron Rd

P 07 571 5548

info@doctoranuya.nz www.doctoranuya.nz

BOOK YOUR CONSULATION TODAY AND BE ONE STEP CLOSER TO HEALTHIER LEGS

! g Bloomin CHRISTMAS IS

- We’re brimming with great gift

ideas for the home and garden!

TABLE TOP

Peace Lily

Houseplants

NOW

$29.99

WAS $34.99

SAVE $5

LILIUM

POINSETTIAS

FROM $9.99

MAD MILLIE RANGE

Snow Queen or Blackout

20% OFF

WAS $16.99 SAVE $2

(Italian Cheese Kit)

$14.99

FROM $34.99

NOW

$9.99

WERE $12.99

SAVE $3

CAN'T DECIDE?

Give them the whole store with a Palmers Gift Card! Get a pair of Palmers Gloves FREE with any gift card spend of $50 or more.

KIDS’ GAMES AND ACTIVITIES

20% OFF

Valid in store and online until 11th December. One pair of gloves per customer, while stocks last.

FROM $1.99

PALMERS.CO.NZ GET A $10 REWARD WITH EVERY $100 SPEND

Cnr Bethlehem Rd & SH2, Bethlehem

Ph 07 579 3925 Open 7 days from 8.30am Offers valid until 10 December at Palmers Bethlehem only.

LI’L SPROUTS RANGE

20% OFF

FROM $6.99

Friday ˜° November ˛°˝˙

The Weekend Sun

˜ 6

Giving to those less fortunate Homebase educator Juliet Little. Photo: Bruce Barnard.

It is the season of giving and that means no one goes without, even our rough sleepers.

Homebase educator Juliet Little is asking the public to contribute just a little bit this year to help out the homeless.

She has spread the message to several local Facebook pages, encouraging people to donate any amount of money to go towards care packages for homeless women and men.

“My children and their parents are helping to put packs together for the women’s refugee, so I wanted to extend on that,” says Juliet.

She says she came up with the idea to make pamper packs for the homeless, because they aren’t fortunate enough to get gifts over Christmas.

“I thought this was a good idea, because they’re still

special and people deserve to get gifts no matter what their situation is.”

The pamper packages will include a range of items, such as a towel, face cloth, body lotion, hand cream, lip balm and a box of chocolates.

“They will all be slightly different, but they are something pampering for homeless and make them feel like they are cared for.”

She has plans to give the packs to organisations, such as EmpowerNZ in Te Puke and Kai Aroha, but is open to suggestions depending on the amount that is donated.

“It’s just a small idea that I hope grows, where people can donate as much as they would like to make someone else’s Christmas.”

To donate to the cause go to the Facebook page: Homeless People Matter.

Sharnae Hope

Join us for Christmas in the Village.

Hello neighbour! We’d like to warmly invite you to join us at Ocean Shores for our Christmas in the Village celebration. We’ve always believed that the best thing about our village is the sense of community here – and this year we’d like to extend that spirit to include the whole neighbourhood. We look forward to meeting you!

FREE Christmas in the Village Event Tuesday 4 December, 1 – 3pm Ocean Shores Village Community Centre Christmas Carols at 1.30pm by Te Akau ki Papamoa School, followed by wine and cheese.

Everyone is welcome!

Please RSVP to Maree at maree.mclaren@arenaliving.nz

80 Maranui Street, Mt Maunganui

www.arenaliving.nz

6833/OSV/4-12-18/XMASV1/WS-01

Come and share the Christmas spirit with us.

The Weekend Sun

Friday ˜° November ˛°˝˙

˜

Double scholarship

Travis Moke and Shyanne Erueti.

Two Western Bay students are the first recipients of the Waitaha-A-Hei/University of Waikato Scholarships, worth $14,500 each.

Te Puke High School’s Travis Moke and Shyanne Erueti from Tauranga Girls’ College are the first in their respective whanau to go to university.

“Overwhelmed and grateful,” was the talented Year 13 students’ reaction to the awards.

Travis is delighted with the support from iwi and the community.

“It just felt good to be getting the recognition for all the hard work,” he says. “I was really glad to see the support coming from the local iwi. They put in a lot of work to be able to offer us this scholarship and I’m eternally grateful for everything they have done.”

Travis also received the coveted Te Paewao o te Rangi Scholarship worth $25,000 at Te Puke High School’s recent prize giving, while Shyanne received a Ko Te Tangata Scholarship worth $3000 at the Tauranga Girls’ College ceremony.

“For me and Shyanne, that is our whole first year of fees and halls of residence covered,” Travis says.

The talented actor and multiple speech competition winner will study a Bachelor of Science degree, majoring in Chemistry at Waikato from next year.

The top performing all-rounder, who is also a lifeguard with Pukehina Surf Rescue, is keen to pursue a career in environmental science, studying soil science and water.

Shyanne grew up on a farm in the Kaimai Range and is heavily involved in the arts. Three years ago she reluctantly joined the school choir, which she admits was the best thing she could have done.

“Thanks to the support of the College I grew confidence in myself again. They allowed me to be my true self,” she says.

“Now I’ve grown into a beautiful, strong, independent young wahine who has come out of her little shy shell.”

Shyanne was the 2018 Student Leader, sat on the Student Council and took a lead role in the joint Tauranga Girls’ and Tauranga Boys’ production of Beauty and the Beast.

She has enrolled in a Bachelor of Arts degree majoring in Theatre Studies, leading to a Graduate Diploma in Teaching.

Peter White

WATERFRO

SUNDAY 9TH DECE

(postponement Sunday 16th Dec

5.30PM CHRISTMAS CARO

AT EDGEWATER FAN, TAURANGA WATERFRON

WATERFRONT Brought to Brought to

you by:

Cent

you by: TAURANGA TAURANGA

Central City Church Holy Trinity Tauranga

Tauran

St Peters in the City

TAURANGA TAURANGA TAURANGA

In association with: In association with:

Saint Mary Tauranga Central Baptist Ch

Saint Mary Immaculate Catholic Tau St Enoch’s Presbyterian

Tauranga Salvation Arm

Friday ˜° November ˛°˝˙

The Weekend Sun

˜

flamingo plate set -4pc retail will be $19.99 intro $9.99 loop handle board - long* retail $39.99 hot price $15.99

fringe linen cushion* retail $59.99ea now $29.99ea

mami fine art print retail $299 now $149 tote tray table*† retail $119ea now $59ea

unicorn kids dinner set - 5pc* retail will be $29.99 intro $14.99 spinning globe* retail $149.99 now $74.99

oink oink stool* retail $99 now $49

mono bamboo tumbler* retail will be $11.99ea intro $5.99ea keep energy drink bottle* retail will be $39.99 intro $19.99

casa bean bag*† (filling included) retail will be $239 intro $119

overlap sofa bed - double*† retail $1199 hot price $499

embroided flower cushion retail will be $69.99 intro $34.99

pico bottle set - 3pc* retail $49.99 now $24.99

bamboo travel cup retail will be $19.99ea intro $9.99ea

a. d. e.

g.

c.

b. f. a: light box - beary cute retail $39.99 intro $19.99 b: track and play car set* retail $19.99 intro $9.99ea c: neon light unicorn* retail $39.99 intro $19.99 d: stripey bear sock toy retail $49.99 intro $24.99 e: reggie reinder plush retail $39.99 intro $19.99 f: wooden push along toy* retail $29.99 intro $14.99ea g: balloon ball retail $9.99 now $6.99ea 79 elizabeth street, tauranga auckland | tauranga | hamilton | palmerston north | nelson | christchurch | queenstown | dunedin www.nood.co.nz discount is taken off the full retail price and cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer. the offer excludes clearance, seconds, elements range and pelle protection plan. furniture and large accessory items are not kept in stock in store, orders can be placed for such items and a home delivery or a hub pick up fee will apply to these items. delivery times and fees will vary, ask a staff member for more details. stock may vary from store to store. some products may require assembly. while stocks last, orders can be taken on some of our stock items. nood reserve the right to change or withdraw this offer at any time. offer ends 20 january 2019 finance conditions: *20 months no payments and no interest (“payment holiday”) is available in-store on q flexi payment plans. offer available 22 november 2018 to 20 january 2019. excludes online purchases. minimum purchase $499. annual account fee of $50 applies. new q cardholder fees - $55 establishment. existing q cardholder fee - $35 advance. standard interest rate, currently 25.99% p.a. or 22.95% p.a. (depending on the card), applies to any outstanding balance at end of payment holiday. payment holiday period may vary depending on cardholder’s payment cycle dates. lending criteria, fees, terms and conditions apply. rate and fees correct as at date of publication, subject to change.

The Weekend Sun

Friday ˜° November ˛°˝˙

˜ 9

Giving feels good

‘Fresh air’ isn’t enough Bay of Plenty health campaigner Candy Blackwell from Hapainga. Photo: Sharnae Hope.

Bay of Plenty health campaigner Candy Blackwell, from smokefree organisation Hapainga, says she loves the idea of a possible ban on smoking in cars around children and pets.

Second-hand smoke contains more than 200 poisons, including 50 that are known to cause cancer.

The car conversation comes after Associate Health Minister Jenny Salesa recently announced she hopes to take the matter to Cabinet before Christmas and introduce legislation early next year.

“I’m an ex-smoker, and that was my place,” says Candy. “I smoked in the car with my kids and I thought winding the window down was enough.

“What you put in your body is your choice, but your kids and babies don’t have a voice, and your pets don’t have a voice, so we need to push for change.”

She says it’s not just second-hand, but also third-hand smoke that is just as toxic.

“If you think about the fact that there are 4000 toxins in a cigarette, and carbon monoxide is one that actually reduces your oxygen intake and you’re exposing your kids to that, it’s a form of abuse.”

Candy asked seven of her clients their opinion on the matter, and all are on-board regarding a total ban on smoking in cars.

“For every single client I’ve been to – and we are talking about people who are smoking or have just quit – 100 per cent agree with it.”

She admits it might be hard to monitor this ban, but believes it will deter most people from smoking in their cars, especially if it becomes a finable offence.

In a SunLive story announcing the possible ban, Plunket chief nurse Jane O'Malley says she hoped police would take a light-handed approach, as people from lower-incomes households, who are more likely to smoke, may not be able to afford a fine.

However, Candy says this shouldn’t be a reason to deter from strict enforcements.

“This frustrates me,” she says. “So they’re poor, so it doesn’t matter if they poison their kids?

“It should be something that is equal.

“Kids have rights and we should start thinking about kids and pets.”

Hapainga is a free stop smoking service that has been running for two years, with the aim of reducing the proportion of people in New Zealand who use tobacco Sharnae Hope to less than five per cent by 2025.

Elsa the Elf Queen is a very special person. Elsa works at Kmart in Bayfair and she invited me to take part in the launch of this year’s Kmart Wishing Tree Appeal. What a wonderful morning it was.

I was blown away by the generosity.

Store manager Steve Walker provided gifts to kick-start the appeal and guests and customers were treated to Christmas cake and cupcakes.

There were also wonderful performances by Arataki Primary School’s kapa haka group and the Salvation Army Brass Band.

The idea for the Kmart Wishing

Tree Appeal came in 1987, when an employee suggested Kmart use its wide network of stores as gift collection points to assist charity groups at Christmas time. This year’s appeal encourages those contributing to give a practical gift that will help people in need all year round. Kmart has a wish list in the ‘give a gift in stores’ section, which shows what the charity partner needs most. The appeal runs from November 12-December 24, and monetary donations will be accepted until January 31, 2019.

Friday 30 November 2018

The Weekend Sun

10

Bay talent heads to US football showcase After a season testing himself against the best the WaiBOP Premiership has to offer with Papamoa, Liam Molloy is ready to dip his toe in a bigger pond.

A much bigger pond indeed.

Alongside fellow Tauranga football high-flyers Alfie Cole, Stanley Rust Josh Oliver and Guy ten Bokkel Huinink, the teenager is on his way to one of the biggest showcase tournaments in the United States in February, as part of an elite Waikato

new location

DOUBLE THE SIZE, DOUBLE THE FUN!

Toys, Puzzles, Games, Dinosaurs, Costumes, Construction, Science, Trains, Unicorns…

LAY-BY NOW FOR CHRISTMAS | FREE GIFT WRAPPING

A. 28 Grey Street, Tauranga, New Zealand P. 07-579 2225

42 Dive Cres, Tauranga | 07 571 1161

Liam Molloy (right) enjoyed a breakthrough season with Papamoa.

Photo: Bob Ricketts.

University Football Academy team put together by former All White Che Bunce.

The Presidents’ Day Tournament, played in a spectacular setting on lush green fields in the heart of the desert in Phoenix, Arizona, attracts upwards of 300 college coaches from all over America, all on the lookout for the next standout talent.

It’s a great opportunity for 16 year-old Liam to pursue his dream of a footballing ticket into the US college system.

“That’s the goal in the future,” he says, “to ideally try and make it overseas, and play football over there.”

And according to Duncan Lowry - his coach at Papamoa last season who handed him his senior debut - he’s got a great chance of reaching his goal.

“He’s as good a 16-year-old lad as I’ve seen for a long while in New Zealand,” says Duncan.

“I believe Liam’s got everything, and it was a pleasure having him for a year at Papamoa. He started about six senior games, including appearances in the Chatham Cup, and he scored a number of goals for us.”

One of the things that impressed Duncan the most, and what fills him with optimism for the teen’s future, was the progression Liam made throughout the year.

“In the first two or three weeks with us he trained like a little schoolboy.

“They keep the ball too long and they don’t pass, but that was knocked out of him quite quickly.

“I think a year with us turned him into the complete player he is.”

With Papamoa ending the season as runners-up in the WaiBOP Premiership and enjoying their best-ever run in the Chatham Cup, Liam views his experience the same way, and feels it was key to his selection in the tournament team.

“It was a really good season,” he says, having played

alongside the likes of former All White Cole Peverley.

“It was a good team to be involved with.

“Training with the older guys really helped me a lot.

“Because they were a lot quicker and stronger, I had to be a lot smarter on the ball, so it definitely challenged me and I learned a lot from it.”

When Che Bunce picked up the recommendation from his old mate Duncan, that was good enough for him.

“Duncan gave Liam a glowing reference,” says the former central-defender, who played 29 times for New Zealand.

“What he also said is that Liam’s a good lad, which is important. We’re after players with great attitude.

Talent is one thing, but having the attitude to go with it is probably the key aspect.

“We looked at him and he is a good player.

“He’s great on the ball, and technically he really stood out amongst all the other players.”

Che says in such a competitive environment, there’s no guarantee of an American future for Liam and his fellow Tauranga hopefuls, but it puts them in with a good chance.

“The Kiwis that have gone over there have a good reputation. They’re good honest lads, and that seems to get noticed.

“We’re generally laid back and we don’t complain, so that’s a good attribute to have over there.”

Che aims to use his international experience to run the team like an age-group New Zealand setup, and give the players the best possible opportunity to showcase their talent.

“I treat the players like they’re would-be internationals, try to run it as professionally as possible and hopefully win the tournament.

Chris James “That’s our goal.”

Half price offer for the last 2 this sat and next

The Weekend Sun

˜˜

Rugby World Cup not a certainty Will New Zealand make it three consecutive Rugby World Cup titles in Japan next year, or will Ireland, England or South Africa take home the William Webb Ellis Trophy?

Losses in 2018 to South Africa and Ireland have put the pressure on veteran All Blacks head coach Steve Hansen less than a year out from the ultimate showdown.

While Hansen is not blessed with an open, engaging personality, his attack on the general sports media following the loss to Ireland was both surprising and unnecessary.

It showed a level of tension within the camp not normally associated with the All Blacks.

Perhaps the players have subconsciously switched off from his messages after listening to the same old, same old for so long. Only time will tell if Hansen is on the right path, but success at next year’s Rugby World Cup could hinge on him getting the players tuned in to his thinking.

In most tests this year, the All Blacks have been so flat at the start of the game.

Is all their energy going into performing the best haka of any All Blacks team, or is the reverse happening, with the opposition empowered after facing the haka?

The losses and near losses have unsettled the New Zealand rugby public.

All this talk of changing game plans, and the strategy behind playing the best fullback in the world in Ben Smith on the wing, has not been explained.

What is clear is the high penalty count and unforced errors must be rectified.

This season the All Blacks have dropped

Friday ˜° November ˛°˝˙

Williamson seeks positives Tauranga batsman and New Zealand captain Kane Williamson insists there are positives to be taken from the Black Caps’ crushing defeat to Pakistan, despite seeing his side fall to an innings and 16-run loss in the second test in Dubai. Yasir Shah’s devastating form saw him snare a record 14 New Zealand wickets to level the three-test series 1-1. Ahead of the decider, which starts on Monday at the Sheikh Zayed Stadium in Abu Dhabi, Williamson says his side will learn from their Dubai drubbing. “It’s important that we are better and we learn from this experience,” he says. “Pakistan will be full of confidence after their performance, but hopefully we can build on some of the confidence that we took in the second half of this game. They played very well, but we also showed in the second innings - perhaps on a wicket that had worn a little bit more that there were opportunities to score runs, to bat and create an innings.”

Sam Cane has been missed by the All Blacks. the ball more than in recent memory, as the tight forwards come to grips with the quick hands and extra pod system that Hansen wants.

In last Sunday’s training romp over a poor Italian side, the All Blacks dropped the ball three times in the opening 20 minutes, with lock Scott Barrett responsible for two of them.

Beauden Barrett is without peer against weaker defensive lines, but for the first time in his illustrious career he is looking fallible. So too are halfback Aaron Smith and captain Kieran Read - two of the major leaders in the team.

Perhaps Sam Cane’s broken neck, suffered

against the Springboks in early October, has weakened the team more than first thought.

While Ardie Savea has finally stepped up to a new standard, without Cane the All Blacks have lost the hardest-tackling openside flanker in world rugby. Inside backs and wingers look forward to tangling with the boy from Reporoa with as much gusto as a root canal.

For all Savea’s attacking skills, he does not have the intimidating factor that Cane has had since he was causing mayhem in the Bay of Plenty under-16 reps.

But the All Blacks are next year’s problem.

For now we have cricket and sevens to look Peter White forward to. Bring it on.

WHERE RETIREMENT LIVING

COMES NATURALLY STAGE ONE HOMES SELLING NOW

EXPLORE YOUR OPTIONS AT www.pacificlakes.co.nz ENQUIRIES WELCOME: (07) 262 0191 | SALES OFFICE: Villa 61, Pacific Coast Village, 210 Maranui Street, Mount Maunganui

Friday ˜° November ˛°˝˙

The Weekend Sun

˜°

Black Friday blues are still yet to come It was 24 hours of retail madness that saw $69.7 million pass through New Zealand’s tills on Black Friday.

For context, that’s $1.5 million more than the crazy Boxing Day sales last year, 10 per cent more than Black Friday in 2017, and just about $15 for every man, woman and child in the country.

Caitlin, a 20-year-old from Tauranga, contributed to those stats by joining the spending frenzy. “I got a good Remington hairdryer that I wanted and needed,” she says, but she had to spend $60 to save $90.

“I wouldn’t have spent the original asking price of $150.”

It represents a boom time for the retailers, some bargains for consumers but also a time of examination by the Tauranga Budget Advisory Service.

Financial mentors Bev Axelraad, Carole Grace, Diane Bruin (manager), Julie Brisby and Alison Craig.

Photo: Bruce Barnard.

“My greatest concern is the need to be disciplined whenever there is hype and cut prices,” says service manager Dianne Bruin.

“We don’t want to see people missing out on essentials because they went crazy buying during Black Friday. We certainly don’t want to see increased debt on credit cards and pay day loans.”

The Black Friday shopping phenomenon began in the United States, with one theory suggesting that it’s the day retail moves out of the red or financial loss for much of the year, and into the profitable holiday period. Black Friday supposedly kick-starts the spending.

“When the credit card bills

come through in December, that’s the time of reality,” says Diane. “The record spending spree across New Zealand may mean not enough food for Christmas and people seeking help to pay down debt.

“It may affect the demand for food parcels because there’s less cash in the household budget.”

On the other hand, if people managed their purchases to a budget, it could be a great Christmas.

The Tauranga Budget Advisory Service offer some protocols to assist an enjoyable debt free or debt controlled Christmas.

When shopping, walk away and ask yourself is it a need or a want.

Plan shopping, because people tend to panic shop closer to Christmas and spend more than they can afford.

In every relationship there is a spender and a saver - make sure you shop with the saver and negotiate with each other.

This will be a huge boost for your budget and cash flow.

Instead of buying for everyone, have a Secret Santa and purchase one affordable gift so everyone gets something but it doesn’t weigh down the household budget.

Be creative, make gifts and get the family involved. Some ideas include baking, handmade cards and book marks.

Essential public service workers start to strike The struggle for teachers, nurses, police and other essential public service workers to stay ahead of the cost of living, and gain better recognition for the value of the work they do, has boiled over into strike action in some sectors this year.

Nine years of inaction under the National-led government has seen a lack of support for these hardworking New Zealanders.

They have faced increasing workloads with insufficient recognition or financial reward.

The coalition government has stepped up.

Only this week came the announcement that hospital services workers around the country will receive up to a 40 per cent pay rise over the next three years following a settlement between trade union E Tu and

DHBs. It is a major investment by the DHBs and government in lifting the standard of living of some of our lowest paid workers.

We have settled with the nurses by addressing many of their concerns. Teachers, however, have rejected the most recent offer and have mooted the possibility of further strike action planned for the New Year.

We understand that teachers have felt neglected over the past decade and we are committed to rebuilding public education and elevating the status of teaching.

Already this year we have made a pay offer far more generous than anything they received under National, have committed to addressing the teacher shortage and increasing the supply and pay of learning support staff, among other initiatives.

Over 50 ?

Rightsize your old house, free up your money and find your Freedom.

1ST BIRTHDAY ANNIVERSARY

– OPEN WEEKEND – 1-2 December, 11am-3pm

Since our Grand Opening in November 2017, more than 70 residents have moved in to the Village to enjoy the secure over-50s lifestyle living environment on offer.

Come visit – enjoy coffee and snacks – and our Lifestyle Consultants can guide you through available options and answer your questions about Freedom over-50s lifestyle living.

WS-301118

HAMPTON 3 BEDROOM ONE AVAILABLE FOR IMMEDIATE OCCUPANCY – $649,000

New Zealand First believes a strong economy and a fair country is one where all of those that are prepared to work hard and give their precious time to their employers are paid a wage or salary that supports themselves and their families.

This is why we negotiated an increase to the minimum wage of $20 per hour by 2021, and introduced a tax package for businesses to ensure they could afford to pay it.

We cannot fix everything immediately, but I am proud to be part of a government that is finally treating workers with the respect they deserve.

1ST BIRTHDAY ANNIVERSARY

OPEN WEEKEND

SATURDAY 1ST – SUNDAY 2ND DECEMBER YOU'RE INVITED! 11.00AM – 3.00PM BOTH DAYS

COME HOME TO CAMBRIDGE OAKS • NZ's first true over-50s lifestyle communities • Seven new designer home styles open for viewing • Enjoy potential capital gains if it comes time to sell • 10 minutes down Waikato Expressway from Hamilton

3-bedroom double-garage free-standing luxury villa.

• Plans for luxury Village Centre, superb motorhome/ storage/recreation facilities

TERRACE APARTMENTS

• 7-day superette and cafe/bistro in development next door

LAST FOUR AVAILABLE – FROM JUST $249,000

Warm, spacious 1-bedroom designer home – apply now!

95 Swayne Road, Cambridge Phone 0800 OVER 5O (0800 68 37 50)

cambridgeoaks.co.nz

facebook.com/freedomvillages

Cambridge Oaks Lifestyle Village Limited is a registered retirement village and is operated within the requirements of the Retirement Villages Act 2003.

Friday ˜° November ˛°˝˙

˜°

Bernie’s beard

Bernie Allen

NETS

BLINDS

The Weekend Sun

TRACKS

CURTAINS

The Bethlehem Te Puna Lions member helps to run their market twice a month at Tauranga’s Historic Village, and is planning to have his beard shaved off at the next one on Sunday, December 2.

“We did it on the spur of the moment last year, and raised $71,” says Bernie.

“This year we have $30 donation up front at the start, and we’re hoping that the SPCA will bring along a dog on Sunday.”

Alongside other Lions members, Bernie has been running the market for the last eight years. Arriving at around 4.30am on the first and third Sunday

of every month, he sets up the market with assistance from fellow Lions club member Marilyn McCrae.

The market, which used to be held in Bethlehem town centre, relocated three years ago.

“Last year I grew the ‘mo’ for Movember and Marilyn cut it off,” says Bernie. “She said she’d do the same this year. She pretended last time to cut it off with hedge clippers, and put chilli sauce on me to make it look like blood.

This year it’s food colouring!”

He decided to have the beard shaved off at the first market in December.

“It’s solely for the SPCA,” he says.

Bernie and his beard will be near the Village Radio barbecue outside the Whipped Baker Café, at about 10.15am on Sunday.

Black Friday breaks online records Impartial price and product comparison service PriceSpy have revealed that Black Friday was their busiest online traffic day of the year so far, with a 20 per cent year-on-year growth in visitor numbers.

According to PriceSpy country manager Liisa Matinvesi-Bassett, the most ‘searched for’ shopping categories were mobile phones, headphones and game consoles, with popular products including the Sony PlayStation 4, Apple AirPods and the Nintendo Switch. “According to our historical data, Black Friday is fast becoming a serious shopping day for keen Kiwis seeking out pre-Christmas deals and offers,” says Liisa.

“As well as Black Friday, we also saw an increase in online traffic heading

to our site on the Thursday before Black Friday (at 20 per cent) and the Saturday following (at 22 per cent).

“Despite the growing popularity of Black Friday, our data revealed the average discount offered by retailers was lower than expected, at just 12 per cent per product, which was five per cent less than 2017.”

Almost a quarter of overall products (23 per cent) received a price reduction, and just five per cent received a price increase.

“Interestingly, when we had a look further into the historical price information for the most searched for Black Friday products, two out of the three were actually found to be cheaper to buy at different times of the year,” says Liisa.

1 Week

Christmas SALE!!!

Starts December 1st

50

30 TO

%

OFF

EVERYTHING

STOREWIDE

#Discount is off the original price. Offer excludes yellow sticker clearance product, outlet and orange sticker product, home décor, wallpaper, cut length fabrics, custom cut to order track, custom made orders and gift vouchers. Does not apply to products or services provided through in-home consultations. Offer available instore and online until Monday 3 December 2018.

THROWS

CUSHIONS BEDDING

SHOP ONLINE AT:

harveyfurnishings.co.nz _________________________

Auckland

110D Cryers Road

Tauranga

3/20 Owens Place

www.moanaspas.com

07 575 5099

info@moanaspas.com

#

HURRY ENDS MONDAY!

BLINDS

Bernie Allen has a ‘pet’ project he’s been working on as he looks to raise funds for the SPCA.

FABRICS

OR VISIT OUR STORE AT: 387 CAMERON ROAD PHONE 07 578 6428

ALSO AT: NORTH SHORE • MT EDEN REMUERA • BOTANY • NEW LYNN MANUKAU • WESTGATE • HAMILTON WHANGAREI • PALMERSTON NORTH

Friday ˜° November ˛°˝˙

The Weekend Sun

˜°

Bay of Plenty Women’s Sevens Player Michaela Blyde striding out.

Sevens heaven Rugby sevens’ teams from the Waikato and Manawatu are aiming to defend their men’s and women’s titles at the 2018 TECT National Sevens at Tauranga Domain.

The tournament, which runs on December 15 and 16, will feature 28 teams from across the country.

Billed as a great day out for the whole family, the tournament will be complimented by a selection of the best Little Big Markets’ food trucks and entertainment and activities for the whole family in the More FM family fun zone.

Organisers say it will be a place where people can hang out and enjoy their surroundings, some great music, good food and the flair of rugby sevens.

Tournament director David Pearce says affordability was a key driver to get people along and support the 28 teams taking part.

“With the tournament to be held just over a week

DREAMS THE FLEETWOOD MAC EXPERIENCE

before Christmas, it’s a great excuse to spend the weekend at the sevens watching some fast action rugby,” says David.

“With games being 14 minutes long, and with 78 games to choose from, there will be something for everyone. It was important for us to deliver a great ticketing offer for people to enjoy this.”

TECT National Sevens tickets can be purchased from Dash Tickets, and start from $15 for adults, $10 for students and $5 for children under 15.

Under-fives can attend for free, and family concessions are also available.

For further information on the TECT National Sevens, follow TECT National Sevens on Facebook or head to: www.nationalsevens.co.nz or: www.dashtickets.co.nz for tickets.

The Weekend Sun has five double passes to the TECT National Sevens for five lucky readers who can tell us what day the tournament concludes.

Enter online at: www.sunlive.co.nz under the competition section. Entries must be received by Tuesday, December 4.

FROM AUSTRALIA THE NEIL DIAMOND SUPERHITS SHOW Dir ec fro t Aus m tra lia

Join us between the hangars for this year’s ultimate tribute concert!

Fantastic outdoor concert! @st a rs u n d e r t h es t a rs nz

SU N DAY

09

D EC EM B ER

6 P M TO 1 0 P M , G AT E S O P E N 4 P M

N O GATE SA LE S !

The Weekend Sun

Friday ˜° November ˛°˝˙

˜°

KiwiBuild on life support

Call out for canned goods

Labour first announced KiwiBuild six years ago, when it was in opposition.

It was to solve New Zealand’s housing woes. Since becoming the government, they have consistently walked back the scheme and its popularity has plummeted. Labour promised it would build 10,000 homes a year by the end of its first term. To date, just 28 have been completed. Last month one of the first ballots for a KiwiBuild home had to be extended, while some houses in the development had received no bids at all.

Housing Minister Phil Twyford has been so focused on announcing KiwiBuild developments that he hasn’t checked whether there is a demand for

two-bedroom properties at the price point he has set. Some 80 per cent of Kiwis who have registered want a three or four-bedroom home.

Officials have estimated that a first home buyer household needs to be earning $114,000 a year to purchase a $500,000 KiwiBuild house. The median household income is $25,000 less than this. In reality, the only people who can afford these houses are those on a middle-to-high income.

Keen ears will likely hear the sirens and loud hailers announcing the collectors’ arrival on your street. Photo: Nikki South.

Sirens will be blaring in the region next week, but for an emergency of a more generous nature.

Western Bay of Plenty Fire, Police and St John centres and Emergency Management Bay of Plenty are supporting the Salvation Army, Papamoa Food Services and local foodbanks by hosting an emergency services drive on Tuesday, December 5, from 6-8pm.

Staff and volunteers will move through a number of communities across the Western Bay to collect food donations. This year, the Tauranga drive will cover streets around Bayfair, Matua and the Lakes.

Mount Maunganui community constable Kurt Waugh says it’s a great event where everyone helps out their local communities.

“Everyone comes out onto the streets with their kids all happy and excited to see fire trucks and police vehicles and ambos,” says Kurt.

“All emergency services are doing the drive on behalf of the community, to make sure that everyone has food

for Christmas. That’s what it’s all about, and with the help of the public there should be no one going without this Christmas.”

Bring your food donations out for the Salvation Army and other local foodbanks and the collectors will take them to be distributed.

At this time of the year, foodbanks come under increasing pressure and accept all non-perishable food donations including powdered or long-life milk, tinned fish and meats, instant rice, fruit juice, muesli bars and other non-perishable items to help make up food parcels.

If you won’t be home on December 5 between 6-8pm and would still like to donate, drop boxes will be set up throughout the community.

Drop boxes will be set up in the Katikati, Papamoa and Te Puke and Maketu community police stations, Tauranga, Greerton and Mount Maunganui fire stations and the Omokoroa community centre.

For further enquiries on the emergency services foodbank drive, email Kurt Waugh via: Sharnae Hope kurt.waugh@police.govt.nz

DISCOVER MACHU PICCHU BY RAIL FROM $1959pp PACKAGE INCLUDES: 5 nights twin share accommodation, sightseeing with local English speaking guides, 7 meals & return Vistadome rail journey.

Our travel designer Jenny has just returned from Peru, Ecuador & the Galapagos Islands.

Come in and see her to discuss your next South America trip!

CONTACT THE EXPERTS: 165 Maunganui Road| www.travelcom.co.nz | 07 575 5049 *Package subject to availability. Airfares from NZ are not included. T’s & C’s apply. Please enquire for full details.

Fixed village fee for life RETIREMENT LIVING - INDEPENDENT VILLAS -

VILLAGE TOURS FOLLOWED BY

COFFEE & CAKE WEDNESDAY 5 DECEMBER, 10AM - 2PM A SPECIAL EVENT NOT TO BE MISSED! RAD3609

Call Jennifer on 07 542 1933 to RSVP 2 Te Okuroa Drive, Papamoa metlifecare.co.nz

Connect with us on Facebook

Friday ˜° November ˛°˝˙

˜°

Thank you

Greerton

We set out to make Greerton Village safer for everyone whether you’re walking, biking, on a mobility scooter or driving.

We’d like to thank you all for your patience while we delivered safety improvements in the Greerton Village area.

Preserving the village feel of Greerton was of upmost importance, as was managing traffic speed in the main-street community area.

Every day there are more and more cars on our roads. Our city will continue to face traffic challenges as we grow.

By working together on projects like this, we can make our roads safer for everyone and create public spaces that are more sustainable, more connected and more attractive.

www.tauranga.govt.nz/greerton

The Weekend Sun

The Weekend Sun

Friday ˜° November ˛°˝˙

˜°

Operatic scholarship soars in popularity Jack Dustys A

In full voice - Jessie White and Shenazzar Sta Lucia rehearse for the scholarship concert. Picture by Bruce Barnard.

They’re nine of the city’s finest young singing voices, and in early December they go head-to-head in the Tauranga Opera Forum’s 2019 concert for singing scholarships.

Two of the young singers will receive the $1800 first prize and $1,000 second prize for year-long singing tuition.

“It’s very exciting this year,” says the Opera Forum’s John Hodgson.

“There were just four in the field last year, but nine this year including three boys.”

Singers competing for the scholarships

are Jenna Ruck and Amy Gulliver from Aquinas, Denise Torno from Otumoetai College, Joseph Kent and Ella Cousins from Bethlehem College, Tamsyn Harawira and Emily Newbury from Tauranga Girls’ College and George Hiku and Joel Bezuiderhout from Tauranga Boys’ College.

The students will sing for the judges at the Graham Young Youth Theatre at Tauranga Boys’ College on December 6, from 5.30pm. Tickets are available from Bureta Pharmacy on Bureta Road and House of Travel on the corner of Willow and Spring Streets. Students can attend for free.

The 2017 scholarship winners, Jessie White and Shenazzar Sta Lucia, will sing

a duet on the night as the judges go about their work to identify 2018’s winners.

Both Jessie and Shenazzar used their Opera Forum scholarships for year-long tuition from itinerant teacher of music, Glenese Blake.

Funds for the scholarship are raised through opera DVD evenings. During the winter months, Opera Forum attracts about 30 people to its fundraiser evenings.

But with the showing of the enormously popular Mary Widow, that light-hearted operatic look at love, more than 50 people turned out.

“It was by far our most successful evening to date,” says John.

LE

H OU

SE

Friday 30 November 2018

Taking on tech waste OfficeMax is on a crusade to curb the amount o technology waste choking the environment. Now it has partnered with the Australia and New Zealand Recycling Platform to launch New Zealand’s first free e-wast collection and recycling programme called TechCollect.

The pilot programme aims to divert thousands of kilograms of e-waste from landfill by offering drop off recycle points at OfficeMax’s 16 retail location throughout New Zealand.

“Extensive work has been undertaken to develop this recycling programme and help reduce the country’s electronic waste burden,” says OfficeMax’s sustainabilit manager Julie Roberts.

“As consumer habits become more fickle and th turnover of electronic consumables is faster, we’ve seen an increase in the amount of hard waste that hasn’t been recycled or recycled correctly.

For more information on OfficeMax and TechCollec visit www.officemax.co.nz or www.techcollect.n

Phone: 06 357 3619 Mob: 027 269 4277

Email: margaretjjones13@yahoo.com

2019 SOUTH ISLAND TOURS 20 DAYS SOUTH ISLAND TOUR

13 March & 6 April 2019 COST $3,675

19 DAYS SOUTH ISLAND TOUR 13 October 2019 COST $3,900* *FAREWELL SPIT TOUR INCLUDED IN COST

2019 BAY OF ISLANDS TOUR 14 DAYS BAY OF ISLANDS TOUR 2 May 2019 COST $3,250

Check us out Cost of tour based on twin share. on Facebook!

For an itinerary please ring MARGARET www.margaretsgoldentours.com Enquiries any time:

TOLL FREE 0800 77 00 70

The Weekend Sun

18

Rumbling into town for toys It’s more about family than a show’n tell of your classic beauties.

The annual toy run has been running for 15 years, and will continue to rev on.

The Tauranga Toy Run returns with a range of hot rods, muscle cars and classics rides ready to cruise through the city for the good cause.

On Saturday, December 7, hundreds of toys will be donated to the Child Cancer Foundation and Waipuna Hospice.

Organiser Jill de Buisson says last year the event was one of the biggest she’s ever had, with so many people coming from out of town.

“Every year there’s new cars, showing that cancer is affecting more and more people,” says Jill.

“We get people who are so grateful for Child Cancer and Waipuna Hospice, so this is their way of saying thanks. It’s incredibly generous how much some of them donate.”

Although the event is centred on donations, she says on the day she never knows how many people will turn up or how many toys will be donated.

“We’re always going to end up with more stuff than when we started, so anything is better than nothing,” she says.

“We’ve stood out in the rain and we’ve still had 180 cars, but if we stood out and only got 50 cars, it wouldn’t matter.”

She says everything is the same as last year except for the route which, due to infrastructure and traffic, will take the cars down less populated roads.

“We are going down the far end of

Bentley Forlong, 4, long time car enthusiast Wayne Forlong, and Kingsley Forlong, 5 months. Photo: Sharnae Hope.

Truman Lane, then heading over to Sandhurst Road and up onto Ocean Beach Road. Then around the Mount over the Harbour Bridge to Cameron Road, 15th Avenue and to Fraser Cove.”

The Tauranga Toy Run started 15 years ago with the help of Sarah Ellis, her husband John, Jill and Steve de Buisson.

They all had a passion for cars, and had also lost friends and family to cancer.

We chose Carmel

Come and see why

and meet our family

They decided to start the Toy Run after attending a similar event in Auckland.

Jill’s family is also heavily involved in the event.

The Tauranga Toy Run will be held on Saturday, December 7, at 6pm. After the run, cars will meet at Fraser Cove Shopping Centre from 7.15pm, where members of the public can view the vehicles.

Sharnae Hope

The Weekend Sun

Friday 30 November 2018

19

DEMONSTRATOR SALE NOW ON. Grab an amazing deal across our entire demonstrator range. Sale ends when the 100th vehicle drives out of our showroom so get in quick before they sell out!

PLUS

IN FUEL VOUCHERS WITH EVERY DEMONSTRATOR CAR SOLD*

ALL OUR DEMONSTRATOR MODELS COME WITH The balance of their new vehicle warranty - A fresh groom - Full tank of fuel No additional on-road costs as they have been pre-registered - Big savings on the new vehicle MRP 2018 JEEP COMPASS LONGITUDE

2018 NISSAN QASHQAI TI 2.0

Reverse Parking Camera

19” Alloy Wheels

AS NEW MRP* $44,990

AS NEW MRP* $39,990

$32,990

Keyless Entry

DRIVE AWAY Demo Sale Price

2018 HYUNDAI HYUNDAI KONA 1.6T AWD ELITE

Heads Up Display

$44,220

DRIVE AWAY Demo Sale Price

$39,900

2018 VW TIGUAN ALLSPACE TSI COMFORTLINE

7 Seats 4WD

2018 ŠKODA SUPERB WAGON

AS NEW MRP* $57,990

AS NEW MRP* $43,990

AS NEW MRP* $51,559

$38,390

DRIVE AWAY Demo Sale Price

2018 SUBARU OUTBACK 2.5 PREMIUM

DRIVE AWAY Demo Sale Price

$47,990

2018 AUDI A8 L

AS NEW MRP* $183,600

AS NEW MRP* $60,490

DRIVE AWAY Demo Sale Price

$49,990

Winner World Luxury Car 2018

Full Leather

DRIVE AWAY Demo Sale Price

$154,990

DRIVE AWAY Demo Sale Price

Preview of sale - see more deals at farmerautovillage.co.nz/sale

BRAND

STOCK NO.

MODEL

COLOUR

KMs

NEW MRP

VW

113099

Polo

Pale copper

2,599

ŠKODA

112450

Fabia

Metal grey

1,500

HAVAL

112906

H2

Blue

ŠKODA

112067

Rapid

Black magic

DEMO SALE SAVINGS

BRAND

STOCK NO.

$4,000

HAVAL

113108

$3,000

NISSAN

111874

$25,990

$2,000

ŠKODA

112214

$27,990

$2,000

SUBARU

112654

Drive-Away

(Compared to new)

$27,990

$23,990

$27,990

$24,990

1,346

$27,990

3,000

$29,990

MODEL

COLOUR

KMs

NEW MRP

H9

Gold

1,500

X-Trail Ti

White

2,500

Karoq

Magnetic brown

Legacy 3.6RS

Crystal black

DEMO SALE SAVINGS

Drive-Away

(Compared to new)

$47,990

$45,000

$2,990

$53,490

$45,700

$7,790

5,500

$50,990

$45,990

$5,000

3,500

$56,290

$47,900

$8,390

HYUNDAI

111307

i30 2.0 auto

Silver

10,000

$37,990

$27,990

$10,000

ŠKODA

111261

Superb Wagon

Quartz grey

6,500

$60,490

$49,990

$10,500

VW

112179

Caddy

Black

500

$31,190

$28,990

$2,200

NISSAN

110909

Nissan Navara ST X

White

140

$65,640

$49,990

$15,650

VW

113044

Polo R-Line

Energetic orange

1,950

$32,990

$29,990

$3,000

NISSAN

111293

370Z

White

3,000

$65,990

$49,990

$16,000

NISSAN

110864

Navara RX

White

20

$41,440

$30,990

$10,450

NISSAN

110349

Pathfinder ST

Silver

3,000

$59,990

$51,990

$8,000

SUBARU

112868

XV SPORT

Dark grey

1,000

$36,240

$31,990

$4,250

ŠKODA

113399

Kodiaq

Moon white

500

$56,990

$52,990

$4,000

NISSAN

110693

Navara RX

Silver

200

$40,490

$31,990

$8,500

VW

112240

Golf GTI

Black

5,000

$59,490

$52,990

$6,500

VW

112091

Golf Comfort Line

Grey

7,000

$37,490

$32,990

$4,500

AUDI

112297

Q2

Mythos black

3,500

$59,650

$54,990

$4,660

HYUNDAI

111499

Kona 1.6T AWD

Black

3,000

$37,990

$32,990

$5,000

JEEP

113506

Cherokee Limited

Granite crystal

1,100

$61,040

$56,240

$4,800

JEEP

112956

Compass Longitude

Colorado red

4,200

$41,040

$32,990

$8,050

AUDI

111317

Q2

Vegas yellow

3,900

$70,900

$56,990

$13,910

JEEP

112600

Compass Longitude

Hydro blue

1,000

$41,040

$32,990

$8,050

ŠKODA

112205

Kodiaq Sportline

Business grey

2,500

$62,990

$56,990

$6,000

NISSAN

110501

X-Trail ST

Silver

8,000

$40,940

$32,990

$7,950

VW

112180

Allspace

Brown

5,000

$68,990

$57,990

$11,000

JEEP

510371

Renegade Limited

White

5,200

$41,040

$33,490

$7,550

HYUNDAI

111912

Ioniq EV Elite

White

3,000

$66,990

$58,990

$8,000

JEEP

111517

Renegade Limited

Glacier metallic

5,200

$41,040

$33,490

$7,550

AUDI

113350

Q2

Glacier white

3,000

$70,850

$64,990

$5,860

NISSAN

113716

Navara RX

Grey

100

$42,490

$33,990

$8,500

VW

113027

Amarok V6

Starlight blue

5,000

$78,990

$67,990

$11,000

NISSAN

113112

Juke Turbo

Grey

227

$39,990

$34,495

$5,495

AUDI

113140

A4 Avant

Monsoon grey

3,000

$83,400

$72,990

$10,410

NISSAN

113135

Juke Turbo

Red

100

$39,990

$34,495

$5,495

VW

113390

Golf R

White

7,200

$77,990

$72,990

$5,000

ŠKODA

112947

Octavia Wagon

Quartz grey

500

$42,990

$36,990

$6,000

VW

112933

Amarok V6 Aventura

Reflex silver

5,000

$85,990

$74,990

$11,000

NISSAN

110496

X-trail ST L

Red

5,612

$48,440

$38,990

$9,450

ALFA ROMEO 112736

Stelvio

Balsalto brown

1,900

$91,990

$76,790

$15,200

HYUNDAI

111993

Tucson 2.0 2WD

Red

5,000

$48,990

$39,490

$9,500

JEEP

112955

Grand Cherokee

Bright white

3,200

$103,090

$89,490

$13,600

ŠKODA

113481

Karoq

Business grey

1,500

$42,990

$39,990

$3,000

AUDI

112533

Q5

Manhatten grey

2,500

$101,400

$89,990

$11,410

VW

112975

Golf R-Line

Tornado red

3,500

$43,990

$39,990

$4,000

AUDI

112945

RS 3 Sportback

Glacier white

3,000

$106,900

$99,900

$7,000

NISSAN

113116

Qashqai ST

Brown

60

$36,270

$30,990

$5,280

AUDI

112182

Q5

Mythos black

4,500

$113,050

$99,990

$13,060

SUBARU

113411

Forester 2.5 Sport

Dark grey

1,000

$41,540

$39,990

$1,550

AUDI

112195

Q7

Orca black

5,700

$143,900

$124,990

$18,910

NISSAN

113111

Pathfinder ST

Blue

15

$55,490

$42,990

$12,500

AUDI

111676

RS 5 Coupe

Mythos black

4,500

$178,200

$139,990

$38,210

JEEP

112131

Compass Limited

Minimal grey

1,900

$51,040

$43,990

$7,050

AUDI

112944

RS 4 Avant

Nardo grey

2,400

$155,500

$139,990

$15,510

ŠKODA

112926

Kodiaq

Lava blue

1,500

$47,990

$44,990

$3,000

NISSAN

111293

GTR Premium Luxury

Red

2,990

$211,050

$169,990

$41,060

→ PREVIEW OF SALE. VIEW THESE DEALS AND MANY MORE AT

AUTOVILLAGE

FARMERAUTOVILLAGE.CO.NZ/SALE

®

116 Hewletts Road, Mt Maunganui, Tauranga Open Monday - Friday 8am - 5pm Saturday 9am - 5pm

Phone 07 578 6017 Email info@farmerautovillage.co.nz Farmerautovillage.co.nz/sale

*All available demonstrator stock at time of printing. If the model you are interested in is no longer available speak with us for a deal. Actual cars may differ from pictured. Processing delivery time applies to MTA fuel vouchers and not exchangeable for cash. Demonstrator cars only at Farmer Autovillage. Sale ends when the 100th car is sold or whilst stocks last. Finance lending criteria, terms and conditions apply.

Friday ˜° November ˛°˝˙

˜°

Come to the

The Weekend Sun

Dragon set to delight A six-metre long, three-metre high, firebreathing dragon that’s been three years in the making is set to wow the crowds at this Saturday’s Trustpower Christmas Parade in Tauranga city centre.

11AM

SATURDAY 1 DECEMBER More details at taurangachristmasparade.co.nz

Sponsors:

“Don’t get too close, he will growl at you!” says creator Paul de Wild from deWildCosplay, who says Drogon, as he is known, will make the first of many appearances in the parade this weekend.

“While Drogon may be finished, we are always making improvements and adding features so that each time Drogon goes out in public, there will be something new to see.”

Parade Manager Millie Newitt says with the countdown on to Saturday’s parade, the excitement is building.

“Every year the parade gets bigger and bigger,” says Millie, “and with the addition of several incredible new floats, along with Drogon the epic fire-breathing dragon, we can’t wait to hear the gasps of delight from children and the crowds on Saturday.”

Millie says cosplay characters play a large part in the parade every year.

“Cosplayers really bring the parade to life with incredible costumes and characters.

“We love having them in the parade each year.”

Cosplay, short for costume play, is a hobby that sees people dress up in highly-realistic costumes based on their favourite fictional characters. While Paul and his wife Rozanne de Wild, of Ohauiti, discovered cosplay in 2013, another member, Ayla Hood, says being a part of cosplay can build self-confidence.

“I now have a more positive self-image, and most of my characters have traits or connections to my own personality,” says Ayla.

Paul de Wild and Morgan Byrt. Photo: Nikki South.

“I love the positive comments received when the cosplay community is in the Christmas Parade.

“We want to spread the word for more people who may feel like they are an outcast or lack confidence, that there are many others out there just like you.”

Join the cosplayers and Drogon, as well as Anna and Elsa from Frozen, Batman, the Joker, princesses and Peter Pan’s Pirates at the Trustpower Christmas Parade this Saturday.

The parade starts at 11am on Devonport Road in Tauranga. Also, don’t miss the opening of the Giant Advent Calendar at noon in Red Square and performances on the waterfront from 12-3pm.

For more information, visit: www.taurangachristmasparade.co.nz/xmas-home

The Weekend Sun

˜°

Friday ˜° November ˛°˝˙

SKODA

SALE SALE SALE !!

Friday ˜° November ˛°˝˙

˜˜

A treat a day brings Christmas to the Bay The Christmas spirit has touched down early in Tauranga’s CBD, albeit with a unique twist.

Passers-by will have noticed contractors hard at work in Red Square, where a giant advent calendar is being constructed.

The calendar is a community initiative led by Tauranga City Council, in collaboration with Downtown Tauranga and project partners Big Picture, Resene and Dobsons.

It promises members of public a new treat each day, starting from this Saturday.

A different window will be opened each day to display one of the 24 unique, 3D, hand-crafted Christmas

displays created by Mockingbird (in association with Acorn Foundation), Bethlehem Pottery Club, St John Youth, Inspire Education, Kai Aroha Charity Group, Tuskany Agency, Downtown Tauranga and the Christmas Heirloom Company.

“To create a truly unique experience in the city centre we have a range of initiatives that we know will delight children, families and those coming into the city to shop, dine, work or play,” says Downtown Tauranga spokesperson Millie Newitt.

“It’s about creating unique and memorable experiences and about collaborating with a diverse number of community groups to create Christmas magic in the city centre.”

The Weekend Sun

A jolly jog around the Mount Pic

The courses are kept easy so everyone can finish with minimal training, and are highly visible for impact.

Turkey Events’ chosen charity,” adds A sea of Santas are set to leave their Dan, “and with your help we can sleighs behind and dash around the Designed by kiwis, for kiwis! continue to support 3200 kids in the Mount for a great cause.

The Great NZ Santa Run - a fundraiser Bay of Plenty.” The Graeme Dingle Foundation is passionate about making a for the Graeme Dingle Foundation - is difference in the communities where they a fun run or walk, with each entrant South Island & North Island Coach Tours operate. They work with children and receiving a free Santa suit.

21 days March, April, May 2019 $3750pp youth throughout the country, to build Around 16 events will be happening resilience and self-confidence. around the country, with the Tauranga Over 30 years experience, exceptional value Over the last 23 years their version being held on Wednesday, Inclusions: Coach travel-accommodation-meals (as per itinerary transformational programmes have December 5 from 6.30pm. impacted the lives of over 250,000 young Graeme Dingle Foundation Bay of Overseas Tour Kiwis. Their programmes use a range of Plenty regional manager Dan AllenMurray River & Adelaide Sights creative, physical and mental challenges, Gordon says more than 300 people have 9 Days 3rd September 2019 - $4500pp to show kids that what they have inside registered so far. “It’s just a fun, quirky Inclusions: Domestic flights-international them is greater than any obstacle. event that raises money and brings flights-Cruise-Accommodation-meals-Activities (as per itinerary) Registrations are still open for the awareness to our programmes,” says Dan. Short Coach Tour event, and cost $27 for adults, $20 for “Everyone will get a free Santa suit on senior citizens, $20 for students aged the day and kids will get a Santa hat.

See, Taste, Experience Wairarapa There will also be a chance to meet and 13-18, $10 for juniors aged 5-12 and $5 9th April 2019 6 Days $2050pp for under-fives. take photos with our mascot.”

Inclusions: Door to door service-coach travelPeople can register at: The Tauranga Santa Run will start at hotel accommodation-meals-activities (as per itinerary) www.lacticturkey.netinsites.co.nz/ the bottom of Mauao and go around the info@uniqueholidaytours.co.nz|Ph:0800 33 99 33 greatnzsantarun or pay a late entry on Mount base track. www.uniqueholidaytours.co.nz the day.

Sharnae Hope “We are excited this year to be Lactic )

Need an extra crate for your glass?

Do you regularly have too many glass bottles and jars for your fortnightly kerbside collection crate? If yes, did you know you can order an extra one?

Extra crates can be ordered for $26 via the Tauranga City Council website or in person at 91 Willow Street, Tauranga. Please note – orders must be made by the rate payer and there is a maximum of two crates per household.

You can also take excess glass bottles and jars to the transfer stations for recycling for FREE.

To receive your extra crate in time for Christmas, place your order with us by Friday 7 December.

www.tauranga.govt.nz/glass

07 577 7000

The Weekend Sun

23

New Ora chairperson appointed

Chris Coughlan

The inaugural chair of Ora Charitable Trust, Les Simmonds, has stepped down after three valuable years of contribution to the trust and the Bay of Plenty community.

With his extensive background in counselling, therapy, family therapy, management and community work, Les carries a deep commitment to ensuring women within Tauranga Moana and the wider region have free access to therapeutic services which enhance and support their health and wellbeing.

In turn, the aim is for those services to prompt a positive ripple effect on their children, their relationships, their whanau/ family and their entire community.

Les’ professional experience in therapy and counselling has spanned over 30 years. He has worked in a diverse range of community settings, including general counselling services for individuals, couples and families, alcohol and drug counselling, sexual abuse counselling and men experiencing anxiety and depression.

He is highly qualified within his areas of expertise, holding a Bachelor of Social Science and post- graduate qualifications in Cognitive-Behavioural and Couple and Family Therapy, as well as certificates in group-work, community-work and supervision.

He also holds a Diploma in Business Management. Drawing from this wealth of experience, Les, along with other trust members, supported the development and formation of Ora Charitable Trust. Their ‘Recuperative Retreats for Women’ is a free service provided by Life a Plenty within Tauranga Moana and the wider Bay of Plenty, for women who have been recommended a period of rest and

recuperation by a health professional.

The idea of a free, therapeutic retreat was raised by a previous colleague, Linda Parnell, and readily endorsed by Lyndsay Cumberpatch, CEO of Bryant Trust, which is an established women’s retreat in the Hamilton/Raglan area.

After substantial consultation and planning, therapeutic partners Life a Plenty developed a service offering free retreats for women through the Ora Trust, which has gone on to be immeasurably successful.

These retreats enable women to take a break from their ordinary lives, and provide a safe and supportive environment for them to focus on their well-being. All participants have access to individual and collective support from qualified facilitators and therapists throughout.

The retreats include daily life-skills workshops to learn simple relaxation exercises, how to cope with anxiety, stress management techniques and problem-solving strategies to effectively manage life challenges.

Education system doesn’t cut it anymore An internationally-renowned educationalist claims our education system was developed a century ago, to produce a workforce that no longer exists.

The University of Waikato’s Dr Tony Wagner says the creative problem-solving skills that businesses increasingly need in their people are just not being taught.

“So a sense of urgency is required to rethink how we prepare our young people to thrive in an era of innovation,” he says.

Dr Wagner was in Tauranga recently as a guest of Priority One. He’s globally recognised for innovative teaching practices and was previously co-director of the Change Leadership Group at the Harvard Graduate School of Education.

He says: “As a community, we need to foster and encourage creativity and initiative in young people to help them to navigate a world of constant change.”

During his three-day stay in Tauranga, Dr Wagner spoke to university staff and postgraduate students on new ways of teaching.

He also talked with teachers on ways to help prepare young people for success in a world of rapid change. This included how success is taught and measured in schools and the precedent that sets for the type of employees companies recruit.

Dr Wagner claims the work required to prepare students for employment is much more complex than it used to be, and while we understand the workplace will become increasingly automated, students need to be taught to think creatively and develop soft skills such as empathy - neither of which can be replicated by robots yet.

Friday 30 November 2018

Friday 30 November 2018

The Weekend Sun

24

Have you got some amour for Paris?

Some of you may remember Paris - she was an eight-week-old puppy who was ever so sweet and adopted in April.

Paris is now nine months old, and has grown beautifully and tall, but she became very good at escaping her property, and this resulted in multiple trips to the pound.

Sadly for Paris, her owner did not return for her.

After spending a few weeks trying to find her new forever home with the council, she has now come here to find the perfect home she deserves.

Paris is lovable, smart and very affectionate.

She is just an all-round gorgeous girl! She knows how to sit, responds well to treat/positive training, and would love to impress you and learn new tricks.

She also enjoys playing fetch and loves playing with other puppies and dogs.

Her new home needs secure fencing of good height to keep her safe, and her new family needs to have lots of time and energy to keep her busy!

She is super sweet, she loves everybody and lives to be loved and admired by as many people as possible.

If you have a house with lots of visitors, she would love to be your welcome waggin’. Ref: 121599

Domestic fires can cause skin conditions too

Smoke from domestic fires doesn’t only cause respiratory diseases in children, but can also result in skin conditions, according to new research.

New analysis of data gathered by the University of Auckland’s Growing Up in New Zealand study shows that children living in neighbourhoods where there are more wood or coal fire-heated houses may be at greater risk of skin diseases.

This indicates a need for parents to think again about a wood or coal fire - especially if the neighbours have domestic fires too, says researcher Dr Hakkan Lai. Data examined from nearly 3500 children found youngsters were more likely to be prescribed respiratory and skin medications if they lived in areas with a larger number of wood or coal fire-heated homes It was also found that smoke emitted from neighbouring chimneys, rather than from the chimney

in the child’s own home, posed the greatest risk, contributing more to air pollution in a child’s home.

The research also found that in their first four years of life, 40 per cent of the children received respiratory medication prescriptions.

Some 71 per cent received skin medication prescriptions while 79 per cent received either respiratory or skin medication prescriptions during the cooler season. Most of the skin medication prescriptions were for the treatment of atopic dermatitis, or eczema.

The findings suggest that high densities of residential fires could be creating significant health problems fo children, particularly as housing density increases.

“It’s crucial for the health of our most vulnerable New Zealanders that we use wood burners responsibly, and continue adopting cleaner forms of home heating in New Zealand, such as heat pumps and pellet burners,” says Hakkan.

30%

OFF

EVERYTHING INSTORE ONLY * Fri 30 Nov – Sun 2 Dec *CONDITIONS APPLY.

S Y LVIA PARK • ALBAN Y • TAUR ANG A • PALMER S TON NORTH • WELLING TON • CHRIS TCHURCH

The Weekend Sun

25

MOUNT AUTO COURT LOGO DESIGN

MOUNT VEHICLE FINANCE LTD

LTD

Easy Process Flexible Terms Fast Approvals Friendly Service Apply Online

Friday 30 November 2018

Friday 30 November 2018

26

The Weekend Sun

Dance the night away Grab a partner, put on your best frock or suit and show off your most skilful dance moves.

Hosted by Dancing Made Easy, the Christmas Dance is a social event for all to enjoy, covering ballroom, new vogue, Latin American and rock ‘n roll dancing.

Whether you’re an expert or a beginner, all are welcome on the dance floor. Just bring your humour and energy for a fantastic night of fun.

The Christmas Dance will be held on Saturday, December 8, from 7.30-11pm at Greerton Hall, 1247 Cameron Road. Bring your own drink and nibbles. The door charge is $15 per person.

Authorised Brother Dealer

Deck the village for the Topp Twins’ visit Greerton Village is gearing up for some Christmas cheer, markets, and a very special visit from two award-winning Kiwis.

Mainstreet manager Sally Benning says the village is excited to put on a show for the Topp Twins, who will be performing on December 7.

“The Topp Twins’ show is at Greerton Village School from 6pm,” says Sally, “but from noon we will be creating a bit of a party atmosphere to celebrate the Topp Twins coming, for retailers to have a Christmas sale and shoppers to get some Christmas bargains.

“We’re going to decorate the streets so it’ll look attractive for the retailers, the shoppers and the Topp Twins themselves!”

Sally says there will be street entertainment for the

market from 12pm, featuring buskers, choirs and dancers, and they are still looking for more buskers. There will also be entertainers in the village square from 2pm onwards.

The family-friendly Topp Twins show will start at 6pm and there will be balloon artists, face painters and Santa handing out lollies for the kids.

There’ll also be food vendors, including candy floss and Mr Whippy, to bring Christmas cheer to the village.

“It’ll be a family show, running until around about 8.15pm, and tickets cost $5 for adults while kids under 12 can enjoy it for free,” says Sally.

“People can bring a picnic if they want, or there will be food and things to buy.”

The event is alcohol-free.

For more information visit: www.facebook.com/ greertonvillage

Christ

GREE

VILL

Christmas in GREERTON

VILLAGE

GREERTON

Christmas in

VILLAGE

The Weekend Sun

Win big in Greerton “Wow – what a whopper!”

That’s what people are saying about our giant Christmas hamper that is on display now at Unichem Greerton Pharmacy on Chadwick Road.

This is the third year that Greerton Village retailers and service providers have come to the party, giving their customers the chance to win this amazing prize with 62 different gifts made up of both physical items as well as over twenty different vouchers redeemable for a variety of goods, from cafes to petrol to memberships to restaurants.

All shoppers have to do is shop where they see

Friday ˜° November ˛°˝˙

˜°

the window posters, make any purchase and pop their name in the entry box, right up until Friday, December 14.

The prize draw will be made on Tuesday, December 18, and one lucky person will take away the whole grand hamper prize valued at almost $3000 – just in time for Christmas!

Pilloried, but is it safer?

It looks great – traffic islands with thick carpets of green grass, new gardens and a new carpark. Pity about the traffic snarls.

The jury remains out on the effectiveness of the new traffic safety improvements along Cameron Road in Greerton.

Tauranga City Council says they are trying to make a crash hotspot safer, however residents and retailers have expressed frustration.

While one said business was better, others said potential customers were now completely avoiding the traffic congestion in Greerton by travelling the back roads. Council says the aim was for traffic to move slowly, reasonably steady and safely.

Friday ˜° November ˛°˝˙

The Weekend Sun

˜°

Strong message on drinking while pregnant An online campaign targeting pregnant women and their partners aims to send a strong message explaining why alcohol and pregnancies don’t mix.

The series of video clips – distributed via YouTube, Facebook and Instagram – seek to provide clear advice to pregnant women and their partners

The friendly team at Bay Health Clinic have the qualfications and skills to help you regain

Great Health Naturally 20 April 2018

Book online or email ask@bayhealth.nz or phone 07 571 3226

regarding alcohol consumption during pregnancy.

“There is no known safe level of alcohol consumption during pregnancy,” says Matt Claridge, spokesman for Cheers, the organisation behind the campaign.

“Drinking alcohol, even in small doses, increases the risk of miscarriage, stillbirth or of a baby being born with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder the term used to describe the range of conditions that can occur from alcohol exposure during pregnancy, including physical, mental, behavioural or learning disabilities with possible lifelong implications.

“When we originally ran

this campaign in May, we heard from parents living with children with FASD who responded positively to the proactive nature of the campaign, rather than the ‘ambulance at the bottom of the cliff’ approach.

“We’ve revised these clips further to ensure the message is even more clear cut – pregnancy and alcohol don’t mix.”

It is estimated between 600 and 3000 babies are born in New Zealand with FASD every year.

The campaign will run online for six weeks.

To find out more, go to: www.saferpregnancy.nz

Don’t focus on your imperfections - you’re a work in progress “Don't push yourself to be right in everything, because sometimes being wrong makes you a better person.” Rita Ghatourey.

I am a work in progress, and so are you.

We don’t always get it right - messing up is part of the process of learning.

However, if your focus is on impressing others with your ‘perfection’, because

of your fear of being judged, you restrict this learning process.

Fear of failure in front of others hinders you from taking the steps necessary to be successful in your own eyes.

It doesn’t matter how many times you fail or how messy the journey - what matters is that you choose to take those small steps forward, and to grow

stronger, even when it is uncomfortable.

How do you respond when you think you have failed at something?

If you would like to know more about coaching or supervision, phone Mary Parker, The Fast Track Coach, on: 07 577 1200/021 258 2145, or visit: www.thefasttrackcoach.co.nz

Tracking foreign objects in food Food forensic scientists from the Institute of Environmental Science and Research say they have a number of ways to work out whether an object found in food has been put there maliciously or accidentally.

ESR’s Darren Saunders says while the work food scientists do is quite variable, they receive complaints about foreign materials in food on a regular basis.

Several cases have hit the headlines recently regarding fresh produce containing foreign objects such as needles.

Foreign objects in food are one of the big concerns ESR hears about from manufacturers and suppliers.

“They will want to know if it is a malicious case of someone inserting, for instance, something sharp and horrible into their bread,” says Darren.

Another complaint relates to suspect rodent droppings, which can be hard to tell apart from bits of burnt grease or other food ingredients.

ESR is New Zealand’s Crown Research Institute that specialises in science relating to people and communities.

The Weekend Sun

Friday 30 ˜° November November˛°˝˙ 2018

˜°

Organ donation helps family during some dark days The parents of a young mum whose life was cut tragically short say organ donation has helped cast a positive light on a dark period in their lives.

Hori and Lovey Ahomiro are now urging people to have the organ donation conversation with their whanau and decide if it’s right for them. Ngawari Charlene Ahomiro was a fit and healthy mother-of-two when, aged just 29, she was struck down by a brain aneurysm. “She was athletic,” says Nga’s mum Lovey. “She would run up the Mount like it was just a trot up a hill. She played all the sports, had just started rugby and was loving it.” But two years ago, Nga suffered the brain aneurysm that would end her life. “She was rushed

to the hospital but she was already gone,” says Lovey.

“She went quickly.”

The family is grateful for the time and space they were given

by Tauranga Hospital staff to make their decision.

“The support Te Mahi Luke Ahomiro, Te Rehutaimoana we had in the Ahomiro-Stewart, and Lovey and Hori Ahomiro. hospital at that four people’s lives had the time was amazing and very changed forever because of Nga’s respectful,” says Hori. “There was decision to donate. “I think the no rush and no pressure - we had one which really got me was that the time and the space to think a part of her liver helped a young about our decision. It was very boy,” says Lovey. Read the rest at compassionate care.” www.theweekendsun.co.nz Hori and Lovey later learned

Chondroitin: A forgotten hero, part two In the last edition we looked at a major research study that confirmed the benefits of a high dose of chondroitin sulphate (CS) for joints affected by osteoarthritis.

After looking at that study (Wildi et al, 2011), this week we dig a little further.

I have no doubt that the correct dose of high grade CS is the number one natural compound to help stabilise joints affected by osteoarthritis.

As an example, I have been helping a man with osteoarthritis in both knees. The pain levels had become quite debilitating. We started with a booster dose of 1600mg of high grade chondroitin with the same amount of glucosamine, and 400mg of high potency curcumin (from turmeric).

After three months, the pain level had significantly reduced and he is now mobile again.

More recent research from the British Medical Journal (May 2017) compared high grade chondroitin with common anti-inflammatory medication and found that 800mg of CS was beneficial.

Researchers commented: “This compelling benefit-risk profile, in light of the known clinical risks associated with chronic usage of NSAIDS and paracetamol, underscores the potential importance of pharmaceutical-grade [chondroitin sulphate] in the management of knee [osteoarthritis], especially in the older population requiring long-term treatment.”

The question is, how can it help?

What does it do to arthritic joints? Researchers have found that CS has multiple benefits.

Firstly, it helps regulate inflammatory processes within the joint capsule.

Secondly, and more importantly, it helps specialised cells that reside in cartilage called chondrocytes.

CS improves the ability of chondrocytes to secrete and repair cartilage. This comes as no surprise, as CS is an important component of cartilage.

I have worked with so many people with osteoarthritis that I am genuinely surprised if we cannot get an improvement within three months.

If you need more information, give me a call on: 0800 423 559 or email: john@abundant.co.nz You can also sign up for full weekly newsletter at: www.abundant.co.nz John Arts is a qualified nutritional medicine practitioner and founder of Abundant Health.

New enhanced formula

Abundant Health

Friday ˜° November ˛°˝˙

The Weekend Sun

˜° 30

Christmas market day sale It is a 50 year tradition, and Unichem Brookfield Pharmacy will have their biggest market day yet in 2018, with plenty of items that won’t break the bank.

“People look out for the market day every year, and it has become a tradition in the shopping complex.”

After the market day itself, there will be two tables in-store featuring further bargains up until Christmas.

“People of all ages come down to have a look through. A lot of children buy gifts for their Located on the corner of Bellevue and Otumoetai friends, teachers, parents or siblings, because it’s all Road, Unichem Brookfield Pharmacy offers a range of very affordable.” health care advice and fantastic customer service, in a The staff at Unichem Brookfield Pharmacy also dress pleasant and friendly environment. to the Christmas theme as part of the fun.

On December 7-8, tables and a big “We’ve always been a community pharmacy, marquee will be placed out front, so and it’s always been about the people can pop in and family,” says Kerri. pick-up some great “No matter what changes, stocking filler gifts. we will always be that “It’s a good way to do pharmacy, so the market day your Christmas shopping is just another fun way to and get all those little bits celebrate it.” and pieces,” says manager The Unichem Brookfield Kerri Hunt. market day bargain will “The mini market will be held on the corner of have $1 and $2 last minute Bellevue and Otumoetai Christmas gifts, cheap deals Road on December 7, on cosmetics, kids’ toys The staff at Unichem Brookfield 8.30am-5pm and December 8, and slashed prices on end-ofPharmacy dress to the Christmas 8.30am-3pm. line products. theme as part of the fun.

Get your gifts delivered to your door For some people, it’s the thought behind a gift that counts. But for others who are bold enough to admit it, often it’s the gift itself that matters. New Zealand Post is helping gift givers to avoid sending apologies in lieu of actual gifts this Christmas, by releasing its sending and delivery dates. NZ Post chief operating Officer, Mark

Stewart, says the company knows how important Christmas is, so he’s recommending customers check the mailing deadlines and delivery targets now. Standard post, standard parcel and tracked parcel items being sent in New Zealand must be sent by Tuesday, December 18, and courier parcel, courier and signature parcels by

Friday, December 21.

International air parcels being sent to Australia must be sent

by Wednesday, December 5, international courier parcels by Wednesday, December 12 and international express courier by Friday, December 14. For a full list of sending and delivery dates, visit: www.nzpost.co.nz

The Weekend Sun

˜°

Friday ˜° November ˛°˝˙

Friday ˜° November ˛°˝˙

˜°

The Weekend Sun

The Weekend Sun

˜˜

Friday ˜° November ˛°˝˙

Friday ˜° November ˛°˝˙

˜°

The Weekend Sun

The Weekend Sun

Friday ˜° November ˛°˝˙

˜°

MOST TRUSTED BUSINESS ˜°˛˝

The Staffroom is Tauranga’s most trusted business Throughout 2018, businesses across Tauranga have been receiving votes and reviews for the hotly-contested Tauranga Most Trusted Business Awards.

The awards were judged based on 830 public submissions, with the winner based on the number of legitimate, positive, five-star reviews made by clients of each participating company in the 12 months up to November 14.

Whilst all of the winners have proven themselves to be the most trusted businesses in their industry regionally, there has to be one overall winner.

And the winner for 2018 was recruitment agency The Staffroom. Based in Tauranga, and operational across the Bay of Plenty, they cover the main centres throughout New Zealand, including Auckland, Hamilton, Wellington and Christchurch.

Specialising in the placement of permanent, officebased positions and call centre employment, they are committed to sourcing high calibre candidates that will increase productivity and enable clients to accomplish their desired outcomes.

The Staffroom received outstanding client reviews from 97 public submissions, and 58 of these received in 2018.

Director of The Staffroom, Jill Cachemaille, says receiving the Most Trusted Business Award was great news.

“We were really confident with the votes that we had, and the word trust is one of our core values, so it was important for us to win that award,” says Jill.

“It sits quite nicely and quite naturally, with what we are and being lined with that, so it means a lot to us for sure.

“We were quite excited and we celebrated as a team.

Our whole team contributed to all of the votes, so it wasn’t just one person. It was a team effort.”

The 2018 winners are: Business Services Tauranga: Office Recruitment – The Staffroom Accountants – Upshot NZ Accountants – SBA Small Business Accounting Tauranga Signage – Computastyle Signs Construction Trades and Engineering Tauranga: Plumbers – Laser Plumbing Tauranga Heat Pumps and Air Conditioning – HVAC-I Air Conditioning Home Building Company – Federation Homes

Recruitment agency The Staffroom is Tauranga’s most trusted business.

Project Management – Independent Project Management Services Gas Provider – Rockgas Roofing – Roofing Ironclad Roofing Architects – Architectural Design Group Local Shopping and Services Tauranga: Dog Care – Grange Spa Motorcycles Sales – Bay Ride Motorcycles Hairdressers – The Hair Lounge Nails Salon – Tip2Toe Nailz Honey Shop – Mossop’s Honey Swimwear – TEAMLINE Raw Meats for Pets – Raw Pawz Jewellery Store – Hammon Diamond Jeweller Kitchens – Creative Kitchens and Interiors Car Mechanics – Merivale Motors Catering – Lemongrass Catering Company Property and Rentals Tauranga: Property Rentals – Bay City Rentals Real Estate Agents – Mike Pero Real Estate Education Provider: EmpolyNZ Overall Rotorua Winner: Office Professionals Rotorua

Tauranga’s Most Trusted Honey Shop 2018

LOCALLY OWNED & FAMILY OPERATED. SUPPLYING TOP QUALITY, 100% NATURAL & RAW NEW ZEALAND HONEYS.

The best honey in town! ...

MORE THAN JUST A HONEY SHOP!

Thank you for your support!

761 State Highway 29, Tauriko, Tauranga www.mossops.co.nz 0800 946 677

Friday 30 ˜° November November˛°˝˙ 2018

The Weekend Sun

˜°

MOST TRUSTED BUSINESS ˜°˛˝

Totally dependable plumbing just a call away A little leak might not seem like a big deal, but they do add up over time. Ultimately, they waste water and cost you money.

From dripping taps to plumbing for new homes, the team at Laser Plumbing Tauranga Central are the local experts in all plumbing, gasfitting and drainlaying solutions.

They recently placed first in the Construction Trades and Engineering Tauranga – Plumbing category at the Most Trusted Business Awards Tauranga recently.

With their five-star rating on the Most Trusted Business website, Laser Plumbing Tauranga are always there when you call.

The company is owned and operated by well-known local plumber Clyde Andrews and his wife Linda.

They provide quality plumbing maintenance and servicing to Tauranga and the wider Western Bay of Plenty, from Katikati to Papamoa.

Operations manager James Winter says staff aim to deliver maximum results with minimum fuss for residential, commercial

and industrial customers.

“All of our tradesmen are licensed plumbers and gasfitters, which means you have highlycompetent and knowledgeable tradesmen doing the work properly and efficiently the first time around,” says James.

“We also have a large team, so are very responsive. When we get the call that a client has an issue or a problem, we can get there straight

away to get it sorted.”

Laser Plumbing Tauranga also offers an afterhours call-out service.

Need a totally dependable plumber? Call Laser Plumbing Tauranga Central today on: 07 576 5666.

If you need convincing further, visit: www. mosttrusted.co.nz/item/laser-plumbingtauranga to read their stellar reviews.

Trusted Name. Exquisite Jewellery.

16 Grey St, Tauranga. P. 07 578-8591

HAMMON

DIAMOND JEWELLER SINCE 1947

The dependable team from Laser Plumbing Tauranga.

Most trusted accountants in town SBA Small Business Accounting Tauranga is part of the SBA nationwide franchise – the largest bookkeeping, accounting and taxation franchise in New Zealand.

Megan Tomalin.

The Tauranga branch recently won the Most Trusted Business Tauranga award for the Business Services Tauranga – Accountants category.

SBA exclusively use Xero accounting software, and was recently awarded Xero National Partner of the Year 2018, with all staff Xero certified.

They specialise in providing business accounting, bookkeeping, taxation and payroll services.

SBA Tauranga has been open for five years, and in that time has grown a diverse and interesting client base.

“We’d like to extend a big thank you to the clients who voted for SBA in the Most Trusted awards,” says owner Megan Tomalin.

Laser Laser Plumbing Plumbing Tauranga Tauranga Central Central P: 07 576 5666 | E: Tauranga.central@laserplumbing.co.nz P: 07 576 5666 | E: Tauranga.central@laserplumbing.co.nz www.taurangacentral.laserplumbing.co.nz www.taurangacentral.laserplumbing.co.nz

The Weekend Sun

Friday ˜° November ˛°˝˙

˜°

MOST TRUSTED BUSINESS ˜°˛˝

Bespoke just for you 017 2 018 d 2 e t s s u t Tr an Most Account sted u r T ost

M

Small Business Help

Creative Kitchens and Interiors’ attention to detail is stunning.

They’ve taken home a prestigious local award, and it’s well-deserved.

Creative Kitchens and Interiors recently won the Kitchens category in the Local Shopping and Services Tauranga section.

“It’s great to be acknowledged for the great work we do,” says Creative Kitchens and Interiors director Sean Wood.

What they specialise in is all in the name – Creative Kitchens and Interiors work hard to craft your dream kitchen, living or work space and bespoke furniture.

“As a team, we share with our customers our expertise and attention to detail for your home,” says Sean. “We pride our craftsmanship with classic skills to modern functionality.

“We transform the humble

kitchen into an aspirational ‘heart of the home’ to live in and enjoy.”

From the classic to the modern, from the residential to the retail and hospitality spaces, Creative Kitchens and Interiors’ countless years of combined skilled craftsmen delivers beauty and precision to every aspect of your design.

For more information visit: www.creativek.co.nz

Feeding your pet only the best food Raw Pawz was created in 2010 by Nita Maaka and her husband Darryn Ardern.

Having three big dogue de Bordeaux/ bullmastiff cross dogs, they needed high quality with a home service delivery.

Feed your pooch or puss the best in raw food.

At the time this was not available in Tauranga, so they set about creating the business themselves.

Fast forward eight years, and they now employ five staff and supply direct to the client’s door in the Bay Of Plenty and North Island-wide.

“Creating this business has been quite challenging,” says Nita, “however our focus is always on what our cat and dog clients need, then teaching their owners this information.

“We strive to provide the highest quality, with the best range. Then we deliver it to your door!”

Winning the Most Trusted Raw Meat for Pets

category in the Most Trusted Business Tauranga 2018 awards, Raw Pet Food is a testament to their staff that care about what they produce.

“We really want the best for our clients,” says Nita.

“Moving forward next year will be huge, and our focus is on getting eco-friendly and offering clients more scheduled menus for their pets.

“Taking the pressure of clients to get it right is where our next focus will be, so watch this space.”

office@upshotnz.co.nz Chris: 021 08172557

I

Jill: 027 2477116

www.upshotnz.co.nz Upshot NZ Limited

Friday 30 ˜° November November˛°˝˙ 2018

The Weekend Sun

˜° 38

Working to protect and defend our region Forest and Bird are nature’s voice, defending nature across land, fresh water and oceans.

You’ll find them on the ground, harnessing the power of community collaboration at grass roots level.

They can also be found reviewing legislation and policy, at your local council meetings, and in the courtroom funding experts to provide evidence.

For almost 100 years they have been persistently placing pressure on government departments to consider the science and safeguard our future.

One of their largest projects to date is the restoration of wildlife and plant life in Aongatete Forest, demonstrating the value of widespread pest control in the Bay of Plenty region.

In September this year, rat monitoring showed an index of 12 per cent, compared to 70-80 per cent in forest outside of the controlled area.

The charitable trust relies on the generosity of their volunteers and supporters.

For more information email: Tauranga.Branch@forestandbird.org.nz or visit the Forest & Bird Tauranga Facebook Page.

Long tim e Birder Ba Forest and sil Gra captivate s member eme s within the Aon Restorati gatete Forest on Projec t, 2018.

Caitie’s contribution to the GDP Caitie’s made her contribution, via netball leadership programmes, organising holiday programmes and a whole bunch of workshops.

Between seasons she’s lap scoring at the off-road racing, making up entry packs and collating entries.

And she’s just 20, with lots more volunteering to do. Caitie is one New Zealand volunteer whose unpaid labour, according to the 2017 State of Volunteering Report released by Volunteering NZ, contributed $3.5 billion, or 1.7 per cent, to the country’s gross domestic product. In addition, a survey by Statistics NZ found there was a strong commitment to volunteering, with one in two New Zealanders contributing their time to an organisation or

helping a person from another household.

People give their time and effort across almost every type of activity, from sports to recreation, arts, culture and heritage, to emergency and social services, health, education, conservation and the environment, giving 157 million hours per annum of their time. More than a third of volunteer hours were given in culture and recreation, non-profit organisations and sports groups, followed by hours given to religious bodies and social services.

One third of volunteers did work for an organisation, and about two-thirds did unpaid work outside their home, such as helping in their neighbourhood.

Northland, West Coast and parts of Canterbury were the biggest givers, with 21 per cent or more of their population volunteering.

The Weekend Sun

˜° 39

Friday ˜° November ˛°˝˙

Helping out for a cause close to her heart It’s a cause close to her heart, and now Sarah Bolt is stepping up to volunteer for the Alzheimer’s Association.

“I started volunteering as I wanted to give back to the community that are living with Alzheimer’s,” she says.

“I have a family member with Alzheimer’s, and one that had fascinated me from the outset as to how vast and varied this

condition could be.”

What Sarah says she had never anticipated were the rewards that she would personally gain from volunteering.

“The relationships I have made, both from the client and their family that I specifically support, are now lifelong connections,” she says.

“I feel part of the Alzheimer’s volunteering family; we know each other by name, and we

have some in-depth conversations as well as many laughs.

“I have gained a sense of purpose in my life, as well as a lot of education.”

The roles of the volunteer are diverse and there is something for everyone – from gardening to office work, walking to talking and fundraising to increasing awareness.

“We are equally as different, with all age-

ranges, cultures and genders working together for a common goal,” says Sarah.

As a volunteer you can decide how much time you can spare.

The role is totally flexible to work around you - you have the control to pick and choose what you want to do, says Sarah.

If this sounds like something you may be interested in, give our friendly co-ordinator Faye Philip a ring on: 07 577 6344.

Volunteer Sarah Bolt.

There is no real excuse for not volunteering The inclination may be there, but “I’m too busy,” and “I don’t have the time,” are the main reasons given by people for not volunteering.

But making time to volunteer may be easier than you think.

It doesn’t have to be onerous.

There are many less conventional ways to give your time that aren’t excessively time consuming.

Reduce the time commitment by focusing volunteering efforts on helping your local community.

Help in your neighbourhood – take the bins out for an elderly neighbour. While you are mowing your lawns, mow theirs, and if you are going to the supermarket,

ask your elderly neighbour if they need anything, or take them with you.

It’s a connection and a service, and it helps foster a community spirit.

You don’t have to give over entire days to be an effective volunteer, you can do it in short bursts.

You can commit as much or as little as you like and it doesn’t have to be on an on-going basis.

Indulge your passion – If you love music, use your practice time to entertain at the local nursing home.

Love animals? Volunteer as a dog walker or carer at your local animal

supported by

shelter. You can be a surrogate dog owner without all the associated responsibilities. It goes without saying that volunteering is an enjoyable and fulfilling experience.

Think about how you can combine the things you love while lending a hand and helping the local community.

Friday ˜° November ˛°˝˙

The Weekend Sun

˜°

KNOW YOUR Local REAL ESTATE AGENT

Celebrating the big three Karen Johnson Property Management’s namesake says professionalism, dedication and great communication is the key to having a successful portfolio.

“Both owners and tenants feel valued and well looked after due to my focus on holding strong relationships.

Among others, she offers a full management service and a self-manage option.

For more information, phone: 027 476 4186 or visit: www.karenjohnson.co.nz

Karen offers quality property management in the Bay of Plenty and has a friendly, professional approach to managing both people and property and understanding the individual needs of each.

While she may be a one-woman team, Karen is a force to be reckoned with, boasting 21 years’ worth of experience in property management, with 15 of them spent in Tauranga.

“My knowledge of the local area is huge,” she says.

Karen has extensive knowledge of the local area.

A glass ceiling that still needs shattering Collaborative research from the University of Waikato and Auckland University of Technology has revealed it is still necessary to prove there is a gender pay gap, and that closing that gap may be an even bigger hurdle.

Senior lecturer Dr Suzette Dyer joined forces with AUT’s Dr Fiona Hurd to examine the attitudes and beliefs of Human Resource Management students, most of whom were women.

Research subjects included future HR leaders who may be tasked with making crucial decisions on people’s pay and employment in the future, as well as influencing the kinds of policies promoted across organisations.

The paper explored unequal gendered outcomes and looked at interventions designed to address them.

The research discovered that while students were aware of issues surrounding systemic inequality, they often baulked at the idea that they - or anyone else - could do anything about it.

Dr Dyer says a 100-year history of unequal pay didn’t necessarily mean students understood it already.

“What is positive is that they got systemic discrimination, and for them to begin to come to see in a non-confrontational space that these things are real.” she says.

“When they leave and experience it themselves, then at least they’ve got a toolkit to deal with it.”

The next challenge, added Dr Dyer, is to get students

to think about making change, or taking action. “For some the problem is just too big. They didn’t feel they could do anything.

Others perceived that some ways of changing things were actually discrimination against men.”

Dr Hurd says their research shows why it is so important to teach HR students about inequality.

“It reinforces that unequal outcomes are an ongoing concern in the contemporary workplace, and that as educators, we need to look further at how we teach people to change that dynamic.”

Home repairs we could do ourselves

Raise your property above all the others!

Achieve the best possible outcome for your property with our fantastic FREE marketing package worth $2,700*.

Wishing you a Merry Christmas and a happy new year from EVES The Lakes.

Contact Ross Brown today 07 578 5151 / 021 288 9090

ross.brown@eves.co.nz

*Terms and conditions apply. Licensed under the REAA 2008

Making occasional repairs to your own home is often part of the bargain, and even if you aren’t a dedicated do-it-yourselfer, there are a few around-the-house fixes you should become familiar with.

Prepping your paint jobs like a pro means first removing fixtures that may get in the way of your project. Removing door hinges, curtain rods and switch plates can take time, but it isn’t wasted time. Clean the walls down with a damp cloth to remove grease and grime build-up.

This will ensure the paint will bond well on your walls.

Door problems, such as squeaky or sticking doors, can be a nuisance. Silence the noise with a little lubricant and tighten the screws.

Repairing a leaky faucet is one of the most common

household repairs. Start by shutting off the water to the faucet and source a replacement washer at a local plumbing supplier.

Nobody likes it, but at some time or another, every homeowner is faced with a toilet that backs up. Consider it a rite of passage, and don’t panic. Instead, become a detective and determine whether or not any foreign object may have ended up in the toilet bowl by accident.

Wait for the water in the toilet to drop to a normal level and then pour a bucket of water into the bowl. The added pressure will often dislodge blockages and send them on their way. If that doesn't work, use a plunger to clear the toilet.

If you have gutters, clean them.

Gutters won’t work if they’re crammed with leaves and branches.

Specifically unclog the mess where the gutters meet the downspouts.

The Weekend Sun

Complaints against real estate industry at a five-year low The Real Estate Authority has recorded a 50 per cent drop in the number of complaints received against licensed real estate agents.

In the last year, 337 complaints were acknowledged - down 50 per cent since 2013.

REA chief executive Kevin Lampen-Smith says the reduction in complaints reflects increased work with the industry to improve standards including increased intervention before issues become complaints - and a focus on educating and informing home buyers and sellers.

“We have worked hard to upskill licensed real estate agents through continuing professional development and support,” says Kevin.

“We’re also proud of www.settled.govt.nz, the website we created that gives consumers independent information and advice to help them navigate the complexities of buying and selling property. The huge reduction in complaints, and the fact that less than one per cent of these complaints resulted in a finding of misconduct or unsatisfactory conduct against a licensee, shows that this work is having a positive result.”

Kevin says new changes to the laws governing real estate transactions will further improve the experience for complainants.

The Real Estate Agents Act (2008) is among laws amended by the Tribunals Powers and Procedures Legislation Act, which came into force on November 14.

The amendments change how complaints are handled by the real estate regulator. When the

Friday ˜° November ˛°˝˙

˜°

amendments come into force (likely to be in 2019), they will increase the ability of the separate Real Estate Authority Disciplinary Tribunal to award compensation to complainants.

From November 14, the lower-level complaints that have been resolved to the complainant’s satisfaction, through REA’s Early Resolution Service, will not have to go through a Complaints Assessment Committee. Last year, 184 of the 337 complaints were successfully resolved in this way.

“This legislative change recognises that the majority of issues can be resolved by better communication and understanding between the parties,” says Kevin.

“This is a positive result for the small number of consumers who suffer significant loss as a result of poor behaviour by a licensed real estate professional.”

The changes will apply to all new complaints received by REA from November 14 onwards.

“We are continuing to work towards a better real estate experience for all.

“The reduction in complaints shows the success of our efforts to work with the industry to promote higher standards, and to educate consumers about the biggest financial transaction many of them will ever make.”

In future, the tribunal will be able to order a licensee who they have found to have engaged in unsatisfactory conduct to pay up to $100,000 compensation to anyone who has suffered a financial loss as a specific result of the conduct. This change is expected to come into force in 2019.

Bringing spring into your home With gardens bursting into bloom over spring, it’s an opportunity to bring flowers and foliage inside and enjoy the colours and fragrances.

Nothing feels more spring fresh than a home filled with beautiful flowers.

Small posies, made with fresh seasonal flowers, can make a pretty table piece.

They can decorate a venue beautifully, and being compact and low, they cause little interference.

Posy flowers are small circular flower

arrangements, suitable for table decorations, while small clear jars are perfect for busy tables as they don’t occupy much space.

Fill teacups with rosebud blooms for a dainty table decoration – they’re cute for kids’ parties but still sophisticated enough for adult gatherings as well.

Rustic watering cans, citrus-lined vases, baskets, vintage canisters and rustic lanterns can become the perfect container to add a romantic floral touch to a room.

S E T LE TS L A B I K AI AV

UV, Wind & Rain

FOR SHELTER AND PROTECTION AWNINGS & COVERS HAVE IT COVERED

Friday ˜° November ˛°˝˙

The Weekend Sun

˜°

Helping you build your unique abode Building your dream home is a journey from “We saw the Signature Homes showhome at Pyes Pa and we exterior to interior, but Signature Homes both really liked that sort of makes the whole process easy. contemporary style housing,”

Papamoa residents Stephen and Janet Carter recently entrusted the Signature Homes team to create their perfect home away from home.

says Stephen.

The couple, who have a business in Auckland and regularly commute from Auckland to Papamoa, also liked how easy Signature Homes was to deal with.

Stephan says they wanted a home that they could come and go from, but knew the process of building a home would be more challenging with them unavailable on site.

“It was quite hard trying to manage it from up in Auckland, but I’ll tell you what, we had very little hassle with Signature Homes,” says Stephen.

“If there were any problems they just got in touch with us, and if we needed to go down we did.

“It all ran very smoothly.”

The couple’s home started off as a house and land package, but was customised to suit exactly what Stephen and Janet wanted.

Their three-bedroom, classically designed weatherboard home features special exterior features, such as schist chimney, picture frame windows, corbels and a massive covered deck around the side.

When stepping inside, feature wall panelling welcomes you into an open-planned living area.

There is no shortage of rooms to entertain or escape to in this home, with another separate lounge and large rumpus room as well.

“All of the staff at Signature Homes were really helpful, right down to the office girls, and we are more than happy with the end result,” says Stephen.

Papamoa residents Stephen and Janet Carter outside their new Signature Homes house.

Tauranga housing company pays the rent as prices soar As a shortage of housing supply continues to drive up rental prices around the country, Tauranga-based housing company Highmark Homes has come up with an innovative solution to help customers faced with Aluminium Awning Specialists

Powdercoated Aluminium Construction Designed for Coastal areas B.O.P / Waikato wide Curved - Flat - Gable options

FREE QUOTES

021 0227 4245

www.undercoverindustries.co.nz

CALL US NOW!

E US OUS TO H ER K UR M L M TA T O SU O* Y L U D O N OM APP AB LA PR TIONS I & ND

building a new home and renting at the same time.

Ryan Hunt, managing director of Highmark Homes, says they identified that making payments during the build was a major barrier for customers.

“Often, customers are having to pay rent at the same time as servicing debt to start construction,” says Ryan.

“With rents on the rise, it was a no-brainer to offer our customers assistance where they need it most.

“We know that the average rent for new residential tenancies increased by 5.2 per cent nationally in the 12 months to June 2018, easily outstripping wage and general price inflation. Rental prices in Tauranga increased by 5.5 per cent during this period.

“This is an area where we can take some pressure off customers who may find it difficult to build otherwise.”

Jim and Caryl Jaffray from West Auckland benefitted from the free rent offer when they built their dream home in Papamoa in 2016.

They had to rent in Auckland while their new home was being built, due to their house selling faster than expected. Highmark Homes covered the majority of their rental costs during the 16 week build.

“It made such a difference and ended up saving us heaps of money,” says Caryl.

“We had no hassles, no problems at all and enjoyed the virtual video and photo updates along the way.

“It was just magic.”

LOOKING FOR YOUR DREAM HOME? The options are endless when you choose to build new

O *C

Signature Homes can help you design and build a home that is perfectly suited to your family and lifestyle.

We have been building beautiful homes, as unique as you in the Bay of Plenty region since 2007, and continue to provide the most comprehensive design and build service available.

MOBILE SALES CENTRE: Cnr Manawa Rd & Komata Crescent Papamoa | Open Mon-Sun 1pm-4pm PALM SPRINGS SHOWHOME: 107 The Boulevard, Palm Springs, Papamoa | Open Mon-Sun 1pm -4pm LAKES SHOWHOME: Cnr Lakes Boulevard & Puhirake Cres, The Lakes | Open Mon-Sun 1pm-4pm OFFICE SHOWROOM: Cnr 16th Ave & Fraser Street, Tauranga | Open Mon-Fri 9am-5pm | 0800 102 105

VOG20181102

Contact us today to find out how we can build your dream home, your way.

The Weekend Sun

Friday ˜° November ˛°˝˙

˜°

National leader points to $18 billion shortfall The cost of Housing Minister Phil Twyford’s flagship housing scheme KiwiBuild has been “woefully underestimated”, National Party Leader Simon Bridges says.

The Tauranga MP claims that earlier this year, the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment advised Twyford that the $2 billion budget was only enough to build 1000 houses a year under Labour’s original model.

“But Labour has promised it would build 10,000

homes a year by the end of its first term in office,” says Simon.

“Rather than increasing the budget 10-fold, Labour has shifted the policy from KiwiBuild to KiwiBuy, and is underwriting private developers to build the houses for them.

“Labour had nine years in opposition to come up with policies. It’s unbelievable that one of its flagship policies that it campaigned on in the election was miscalculated by such a huge amount.

“We’re not talking about a small error - Labour underestimated its flagship housing policy by $18 billion dollars.”

Finish your home in style with a pergola A pergola is the perfect addition to your home, creating more outdoor living and letting more daylight in.

Curved Pergolas provides topquality pergolas with a range of options to fit any space, such as curved, flat and custommade pergolas.

“In this wonderful area that we live in, people tend to entertain all year round,” says owner Sandra Tucker.

“Our pergolas provide clients the option of using their outdoor entertainment areas throughout summer and winter, keeping

the home cool in summer and sheltered in winter.”

Curved Pergolas are proud to supply locally made and powdercoated pergolas, that are resistant to rust and corrosion requiring minimum maintenance.

“Our specialty is to build pergolas that require special design and are difficult to build,” says Sandra.

Curved Pergolas Ltd are the only Licensed Building Practitioner pergola company in the Bay of Plenty.

Curved Pergolas services the wider Bay of Plenty including Waihi, Katikati, Tauranga, Mount Maunganui, Papamoa, Te Puke,

Whakatane and Rotorua.

For a free quote phone Sandra on: 021 2583453, email: curvedpergolas@xtra.co.nz or visit: www.curvedpergolas.co.nz

Curved Pergolas are proud to supply locally made and powder-coated pergolas.

However, Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern has refuted Bridges’ claims, and says his accusation is incorrect.

“We have always said that the $2 billion that had been set aside is to

kick-start the KiwiBulid programme,” says the PM. “As we build and sell, funds go back into the KiwiBuild pot - we’re also partnering with others in order to develop the programme.”

Friday ˜° November ˛°˝˙

The Weekend Sun

˜˜

Melt in your mouth cuisine Fresh, flavourful and delightfully range of wonderful culinary delights, simple - Sweet Italy’s cuisine is all authentically Italian.

Owners Janice and Salve Basile dolce vita on a plate. opened the shop about a month ago,

Located at 262 Maunganui Road, the Sweet Italy café and dessertery serves a

expanding from their successful Real Italian Doughnuts mobile food trailer,

which could be spotted at many local events in the region.

“We wanted something more permanent, where people can come and go and enjoy a taste of traditional Italian food,” says Janice.

Salve, who is a first-generation New Zealander born in Island Bay, grew up watching his mother cook lots of yummy Italian foods, from pasta dishes and wonderful sweet desserts.

From this he grew a passion for cooking family recipes, which have been handed down from generation to generation.

“I love my Italian heritage and food and wanted to bring the taste of my family to everyone,” says Salve.

Sweet Italy has all the Italian favourites, such as pasta dishes, pizza and doughnuts - also known as Zeppole di patate - as well as gluten free, dairy free and vegetarian options.

If you want to try

Antipasto platter.

Doughnuts and tiramisu. a taste of everything Italy has to offer, the antipasto platter is just the treat. Crafted with love and care, the platter has a selection of food including salami, mortadella, carrots, tomatoes, pickled pepper and eggplants and homemade organic mozzarella, served with ciabatta.

The de-constructed style allows you to experience the sensational flavours separately or all together. Pair this with an Italian coffee and you will feel like you’ve been transported to Southern Italy.

Another popular treat perfect for a sunny summer’s day is their gelato and sorbet range.

These mouth-watering desserts are light and refreshing, and can be enjoyed in the café or near our local beaches. To experience Sweet Italy’s affordable and healthy meals yourself, visit the team at 262 Maunganui Road.

Sharnae Hope

More Kiwis swayed by superfood status According to a nationwide survey run by Nairn’s Oatcakes this month, more than three quarters of Kiwis have bought something because it was a supposed ‘superfood’.

“We ran the survey as oats often seem to be one of the more underappreciated health foods,” says New Zealand spokesperson for Nairn’s, Jaimee Freeman.

“We were keen to understand how they stacked

Turmeric was singled out, with 33 per cent saying it is the bestknown superfood, followed by oats at 20 per cent, blueberries at 19 per cent and maca at 13 per cent.

Both kale and wheatgrass lagged behind with just 6.25 per cent of people naming them as top superfoods.

@thefncpapamoa

up perception-wise against the trendier superfoods.”

The survey was conducted online, with more than 700 people responding to questions about their thoughts on popular superfoods.

The Weekend Sun

Friday ˜° November ˛°˝˙

˜° 45 news and views for the over 55s

The menace of malnutrition Researchers are calling for screening of vulnerable older adults at risk of poor nutrition and diminished physical performance, in an effort to identify those in need of dietary intervention.

The call comes after a study revealed 12 per cent of participants in the study were either malnourished or at risk of malnutrition.

Massey University School of Sport, Exercise and Nutrition researchers co-authored the paper, and it has since been published in the Australian and New Zealand Journal of Public Health.

Associate Professor Carol Wham led the study, which involved 257 people not living in a rest home or care facility with a median age of 79 years.

Face-to-face interviews, as well as body composition and physical performance assessments were carried out at the participants’ home, and respondents were also asked to complete a questionnaire to assess malnutrition risk.

Dr Wham says 12 per cent of study participants were either

malnourished or at risk of malnutrition.

“Every yearly increase in age was associated with higher odds of nutrition risk,” she says. “At least one in 10 participants had a low gait or walking speed indicative of low physical performance.

“Those with better gait speed, however, had lower odds for nutrition risk. Gait or walking speed was positively correlated with muscle mass, body fat percentage and body mass index.

“At present, nutrition screening is under-used.

However, targeting those who are vulnerable, such as those in advanced age with compromised walking speed and a low BMI, has the potential to improve health outcomes and may help prevent loss of independence.

“Decline in nutritional status is a modifiable risk factor and, in most cases, is amenable to intervention. But we need to identify those who are vulnerable, so that preventative or supportive strategies can be implemented when needed.”

Dr Wham says advanced age adults are more susceptible due to the presence of chronic disease, depression and social isolation.

“Malnutrition can

Help with a simple and affordable farewell Nothing can prepare you for the passing of a loved one, and the last thing people want to think about is how they are going to pay for a funeral service.

Choosing Simply Cremations to care for your loved one will ensure that you receive a dignified, respectable, personal farewell that is simple and affordable.

“Simply Cremations is a familyowned business that prides itself on providing a personalised, affordable service,” says Simply Cremations co-owner Carla Vaetoe.

“We go the extra mile to ensure the process is as stress free as possible, so that your loved one is treated with the utmost respect and care for their final journey.”

They provide a specialised ‘Simple Eco Cremation’ option that is simple and affordable for families that are budget conscious and hadn’t necessarily planned for a funeral service.

“Our essential information booklet,

0800 80 80 51, or visit: www.simplycremations. net.nz for further information.

Carla Vaetoe and Gayle Melrose. which documents personal details needed for registering a death, funeral wishes and next of kin information, can be helpful for people to put plans in place to organise what they would like to happen,” says Carla.

If there is any uncertainty in what is required or wanted, Carla and Gayle are available anytime to discuss options, and can guide you through the entire process.

Make sure your final journey is exactly as you’d like it to be by contacting Simply Cremations on:

become entwined in a vicious cycle for older adults, as it is often interlinked with reduced immune function, weakening their defence.

“Vulnerable people may experience longer hospital admissions, higher mortality rates and are more likely to need long-term residential care.”

Friday ˜° November ˛°˝˙

The Weekend Sun

˜° 46 news and views for the over 55s

Being the executor of an estate GOOD LAWYERS FOR GOOD PEOPLE

Writing a will is one of the most important parts of succession planning, but often we forget to educate those to whom we are designating responsibility.

After you die, everything you own, and everything you owe, is called your estate. The personal representatives appointed in your will to administer your property are known as executors – an onerous but crucial duty.

An executor must find out what assets and liabilities the deceased had and, if the estate includes land or certain assets worth more than $15,000, they must apply to the High Court for a grant

Our four directors, Mike O’Neale, Doug Lyon, Denise Arnold and Nick Earl have more than 110 years’ law experience between them.

Lyon O’Neale Arnold is a down-to-earth, approachable law firm, offering a wide range of legal services and expertise.

• Property Law • Business and Commercial Law • Franchise Law

• Trust Law and Succession Planning

• Wills and Powers of Attorney

With Nick Earl of Lyon O’Neale Arnold

of ‘Probate’, which confirms the executor’s authority to deal with the estate.

Only then can they pay any debts out of the estate funds and distribute the balance to the beneficiaries in accordance with the will.

However, it pays to be aware that executors can be held personally liable for their actions if an estate is distributed within six months of the grant of Probate and successful claims are subsequently made against the estate.

When you die without a will,

also known as dying ‘intestate’, your personal representatives may need to apply for ‘Letters of Administration’.

The administrator appointed by the court must follow the provisions of the Administration Act 1969, which determine how your property is distributed.

This outcome may not align with your wishes, and may result in disputes over your estate.

Whether you are an executor or an administrator, you have a very important role in administering an estate. It is recommended you seek legal advice to ensure you discharge your duties correctly and avoid headaches further down the track.

Considering your elderly guests this Christmas

• Relationship Property Advice • Estate Administration • Employment Law

LAW OF THE LAND

• Immigration Law

PERSONAL AND PROFESSIONAL • TRUSTED AND EXPERIENCED

 CONTACT US

WS15X3-1118

Call 07 928 4422 to discuss your legal needs. www.loalaw.nz 40 Willow Street, Tauranga 3110  admin@loalaw.nz

Hosting Christmas dinner this year? Then take into consideration the needs of the older folk.

Develop a schedule that works for all. Spontaneity is often more challenging for the elderly than for younger family members. For example, a dinner ending at 8pm might be a strain for someone who is typically preparing for bed at that time.

Be aware of dietary restrictions – for many Christmas is a time to indulge. However, some elderly may have dietary needs than cannot be overlooked. Make sure you ask.

Keep everyone involved, whether that’s taking a walk, watching a movie or playing a board

game. Remember aging is often accompanied by an increase in the appreciation of quality family time.

Take time to remember. Christmas is the perfect time to reflect on positive memories and your bond as a family.

Coordinating a Christmas meal can be stressful, so remember to remain positive and appreciate the moment.

Chat, because seniors are a treasure trove of experiences and knowledge that they are more than happy to share. You will be amazed at what you can learn.

The very best of dementia care Our purpose-built dementia care centre provides a secure home in a beautiful, warm environment for people with dementia.

The care centre incorporates the latest design features to help residents find their way about, such as interesting wall decals and textural wall fittings.

The open plan dining and lounge area enhances freedom of movement for the residents, and allows them to enjoy the secure outdoor courtyard.

Art, music, exercise, reminiscence and sensory activities are part of the extensive diversional activity programme for residents. The programme is tailored and supports all degrees of physical and mental dependence, and has a positive impact on their quality of life.

Did you know we offer respite care?

Our kind and caring staff are available 24/7 and specialise in dementia care.

Bob Owens Retirement Village also offers independent and assisted living, resthome, hospital, respite and day care.

To find out more about the Ryman difference phone Brian on 07 579 3041

7678

112 Carmichael Road, Bethlehem

The Weekend Sun

Friday ˜° November ˛°˝˙

˜° 47 news and views for the over 55s

Considering your options after you turn 65 You have turned 65. Winnie has given you a gold card and you can travel free off peak, while Jacinda’s giving you your national super. So what are your options?

Are you considering remaining in work or seeking new work once you turn 65 and are eligible for superannuation? There are some issues to ponder.

Retirement is now less likely to mean a total withdrawal from full-time paid work.

However, we understand life after 65 is changing, and for many people it is a time of new possibilities and opportunities.

People stay in paid and volunteer work after 65 for many reasons - from financial reasons or because they want to contribute, be occupied and stay connected.

Continuing to work after 65 is a growing trend.

In 2013, 22 per cent of New Zealanders

over the age of 65 years were in paid employment.

This is up from 16.8 per cent in 2006 and 11.4 per cent in 2001. Looking forward to 2051, older workers will make up 10.5 per cent of the total workforce. Yes, you can still receive your NZ super while you are earning an income from either full or part-time work. Your earnings plus your super may be taxed at a higher rate. Contact Work and Income for information on your own situation.

And don’t underestimate the value of your work and life experience. Employers love experienced, loyal and reliable workers to meet their skills demands. Older workers bring strong work ethic and productivity to the job.

Many older workers are worried that employers will

not value them or discriminate against them because of their age. However, we are in the middle of a skills shortage, and employers have much to gain by keeping on older people.

You don’t have to mention your age age discrimination is illegal - and you

One stop shop to stay connected A new resource has been launched to provide the aged community with simple access to information to help stay connected, maintain a healthy social life and arrest the growing issue of loneliness.

Hono Mai - Connection With Us is an easy to use, free online tool that brings together information, advice and useful links on topics such as transport, employment, technology, housing, physical life and friends and family - areas that create issues of isolation as people migrate from working

life to retirement.

Bonnie Robinson, CEO of HBH Senior Living Ltd, says Hono Mai was conceived to fill a gap in planning for retirement beyond what is in one’s bank account as well as hearts and heads.

“Science now shows us that loneliness is as bad for our health as smoking, and that our body experiences real pain when we are isolated,” says Bonnie.

“On the flip side, being socially connected means we live longer, healthier and more fulfilling lives.

It’s therefore really important that we enable people to remain as connected as possible as they grow older, and Hono Mai is one way to do this.

“While everyone may experience loneliness or isolation at times during their lives, isolation is becoming more prevalent as we age, to the point where individuals, families and friends need to discuss and plan for reducing social isolation which can occur due to location remoteness, physical and mental wellbeing, loss of independence through not being able to drive, loss of loved ones and many other reasons.”

Hono Mai was launched at a community event at Pt Chevalier, where a panel of aged care and aging well, mental health and retirement leaders discussed the importance of planning for social connectedness in retirement.

Phone Carlene: 07 281 1519 or 0800 00 58 43 www.southerncrosspartners.co.nz

cannot be forced to retire.

By displaying confidence, energy and professionalism you can present yourself in the best way possible.

You’re showing that your value to the organisation is greater than whatever bias they might have.

Friday ˜° November ˛°˝˙

The Weekend Sun

˜°

Pointing the finger Simon Bridges points his finger in the wrong direction when he makes accusations and claims about rent rises and calls KiwiBuild a mess.

You can point your finger at yourself, Simon, as you were a main player in making it impossible for Kiwis to own their own home, on top of making the housing industry a commercial investment business, importing overseas investors into this new found investment market and

denying it at the time.

You also played a big part in doing absolutely nothing about the housing crisis, leaving Kiwis sleeping in cars and in doorways.

In fact, all you and your cronies were interested in was figures and how much money you saved.

Sir, I am calling you and your supporters out. Your inaction in the past is exactly why you’re not to be taken seriously.

R Stewart, Te Puke.

Lots of love for our cycleways Thank you for challenging my letter about cycleways. Western Bay of Plenty District Council, Tauranga City Council and the Transport Agency are developing the most iconic cycleway/walkway between Omokoroa and the city, and we are all impatient for it to be completed.

We love it – we walk and cycle it and love each section as it develops and nears completion.

In this beautiful sub region it is a tourism magnet, and our other cycleways can’t come fast enough.

But my criticism is about Auckland, where they

grossly over-estimated the use of several of their cycleways, including the glamourous pink central city one.

When Auckland gets funding that is not justified, it is taking money away from other districts, including ours. That is my issue, and it is the

Bridge traffic is mission impossible Recently we were marooned for two hours in a traffic jam on SH29, between Baypark and the Maungatapu Bridge, following a multiple-car accident.

The true difficulty of the situation, which has happened before, soon became apparent. The side of the road carrying traffic from the bridge to Baypark was empty, but while the centre road concrete traffic barriers obviously perform a necessary safety function, the consequence of their immobility is that every vehicle travelling west was trapped.

The mixture of cars, trucks and trailers meant that it was impossible for traffic to turn around on their side of the road and go back the way they came.

Has no-one in NZTA considered installing movable barriers at intervals along such stretches of road, just wide enough for a large vehicle to make a U-turn on to the other side of the road?

If an ambulance had been on an emergency trip to the hospital, it would have been trapped for two hours, and if a fire had broken out in a vehicle, there would have been nowhere to go.

D Goodyear, Welcome Bay.

same with roading.

Worse still, Auckland has a fine bus service to the airport, but the government and Auckland Council want to build a tram, which many say is a waste of money that will cause years of congestion and take money from other much-needed roading projects that have been put on hold by this new government.

M Murray-Benge, Bethlehem.

Ghastly gob-full Central Mount Phoenix (car) Park’s proposed new name, Te Papa o Nga Manu Porotakataka, is more than a mouthful - it is an incomprehensible, inappropriate, unpronounceable moniker dreamed up by Tauranga City Council staffers and reo-ites.

Elected members, after reaching a decision to endorse this tongue twister, have come up with the novel idea of a quick-fire public consultation after the event, presumably because of public flak.

Typically of TCC, there has been no openness, no transparency and no meaningful public consultation.

Furthermore, this project has converted an asphalt carpark (essential to Mount CBD) into a concrete jungle costing millions of dollars plus overruns.

This site has, to my knowledge, never had any cultural significance and the correct name would be Mount or Mauao Open Space, because it is certainly not a ‘green urban space’. The whole project has been misrepresented.

As for ‘the place of the circling birds’, over the past 50 years I have sighted very few birds other than seagulls and sparrows squabbling or over discarded takeaway food and trash. Predictably, the name looks to have been promoted by people who don’t live or work in the area.

S Paterson, Ohauiti.

Compare apples with apples I find it interesting that we had a representative here from Norway recently informing us of the huge benefits the Norwegian government gives people when they buy electric cars and how most cars there are now electric.

The same person was whining about us not doing the same.

The population here isn’t much different from Norway, but they only have roughly 25 per cent of the number of cars that New Zealand has on the road.

They are large oil producers, from which they derive a huge income, so they can afford to support electric cars.

Norway produces around two million barrels of oil a day, and I find it interesting that a country that wants be so green exports so much oil.

Are they simply NIMBY’s?

People need to compare apples with apples when they come here and tell us how to run things.

A Bourne, Bethlehem.

The Weekend Sun

˜°

Parking takes a nosedive We all know that driving in Tauranga is not the finest in the country, but it now seems that people’s ability to park has taken a nosedive.

The sheep of this town are so institutionalised, that the minute you take away a white line, common sense goes out of the window.

The carpark on The Strand has recently been resealed, and the parking lines have not been put back. This has caused people to park like morons.

People have parked all over the place, to the point where three cars parked back-to-back, leaving the one in the middle with a hell of task to get out.

I don’t know why people can’t think of the other person next to them and park in a place that will allow both motorists to be able to get in and out.

If your car is scratched to buggery, you only have yourself to blame.

A Callaway, Avenues.

Drivers: what’s so important?

As someone who drives from the Bayfair area to central Tauranga every day for work, I’m seriously concerned about the amount of people who seemingly think it is okay to take queueing traffic as a sign to pick up their phones.

I’m naturally pleased that police are making a concerted effort to crackdown on this senseless habit, but judging by the amount of guilty drivers, they really have their work cut out.

As an example, I descended down the fly-over recently and indicated left to join the lane where State Highway 2 meets Maunganui Road.

I looked up to the cabin of the truck next to me, to see if he was going to let me in, only to find the driver staring at his phone whilst crawling in traffic and completely oblivious to my presence.

This is just one example, and it is a habit I find both mindless and irresponsible. What’s so important?

Is it really worth replying to a text when it could come to such an irritating and expensive end?

Nose-to-tail crashes are an everyday occurrence, and it doesn’t take a genius to work out why.

J Lawson, Tauranga.

Council’s homeless ban beggars belief I have been to Kathmandu, London, Berlin, Paris, Edinburgh, Prague, Brussels, Amsterdam and a host of Asian destinations. I’ve also been to New York several times. All have their communities of poor and homeless people.

But these are sophisticated, caring societies that live alongside the less privileged in a dignified and understanding way.

So why did I have to come home to a city where the privileged powerbrokers have unilaterally decided ‘no poor people please, no beggars please’.

Banning the beggars hasn’t even happened yet and already this NIMBYism is sticking in my craw.

What right have we?

It’s not fixing a problem, it doesn’t even start to fix it.

At best it’s moving a problem, but it’s also good that we are talking about the problem.

I just hope when Councillor Terry Molloy is opening

his presents and tucking into the Christmas turkey that his enjoyment is not sullied by any residual thoughts of the unclean and the untouchables inhabiting the Tauranga CBD. That would be disgusting.

I Goldsmith, Bureta.

DEC DEC

DEC

Ph 0508 KIWIFRESH (0508 549 437)

Friday ˜° November ˛°˝˙

Friday ˜° November ˛°˝˙

The Weekend Sun

˜°

Considering the power of an apology BETH - EL la tyb

Messianic Family

ALL WELCOME SHALOM SABBATH 10AM OTUMOETAI PRIMARY Joel & Sharon van Ameringen

021 768 043

info@bethel.org.nz bethel.org.nz

This week, the Anglican Church is making a formal apology to local Maori for giving land to the crown - land that had been entrusted in the Church Mission Society.

I have the privilege of sharing in the event.

For me, this raises questions about apology - when is it too late to apologise? Who can I apologise for?

What can I apologise for?

You might like to reflect on these questions on a personal level. When is

it too late to apologise? Never.

It is never too late to apologise if I was in the wrong, and I have come to see that now. I think many relationships would be enhanced if we took the courage to apologise.

Secondly, who can I apologise for?

Can I only apologise for myself? No. I think that we can apologise for actions of people we are relationally linked to, particularly when we are the beneficiaries or successors of those people. I can apologise for my Father.

And thirdly, I think we can meaningfully apologise for decisions made or actions taken, where those things could have been different.

However, an apology without regret is meaningless. Jesus didn’t use the word apologise, he used the word repent.

It means don’t just say sorry, but change what you are doing.

Is it ever too late to change?

Simon McLeay - St Peters in the City

God understands your pain and sorrow We quite often hear or read of some incredibly sad and sorrowful experiences that people have endured.

Tragic accidents can strike anywhere, anytime, and anyone can be affected.

This was true for me when, on a sunny November afternoon in 1988, both of my parents were killed in a car accident. It changed my young life and that of my two older brothers forever.

In the ensuing months after the accident, I realised that God was right there with me and my family, and that He fully understood our pain and sorrow.

He understood because in the incarnate person of His Son, He experienced rejection, sorrow, the pain of death in the loss of a close friend (Lazarus), and unjust suffering at the hands of men.

The prophet Isaiah foretold that Jesus was “despised and rejected by mankind, a man of suffering, and familiar with pain. Like one from whom people hide

their faces he was despised, and we held him in low esteem” (Isaiah 53:3).

This prophecy was fulfilled when Jesus was crucified on the cross.

While tragic accidents happen in this world, the death of Jesus on the cross was no accident.

His crucifixion was not a case of mistaken-identity – they didn’t crucify the wrong guy.

His crucifixion, the cruellest form of corporal punishment in the day, was not a prank that went wrong. Rather, Jesus’ death was pre-meditated by God Himself, for our benefit!

This is stated clearly in Isaiah 53:4-6: “Surely he took up our pain and bore our suffering, but he was pierced for our transgressions, he was crushed for our iniquities; the punishment that brought us peace was on him, and by his wounds we are healed.

We all, like sheep, have gone astray, each of us has turned to our own way; and the Lord has laid on him the iniquity of us all.”

Dear reader, have you considered Jesus – the man of suffering (NIV) or man of sorrows (ESV) – as the One who took upon Himself the unjust suffering for your sins? Such was His love for you. Trust Him. Richard Roodt

www.citychurchtauranga.org.nz

The Weekend Sun

Friday ˜° November ˛°˝˙

˜°

The Weekend Sun’s ever popular guide to ‘What’s On’ in the Bay. Pg THE WEEKEND SUN

Remembering the impact of Nicolas Roeg Let’s divert from music to film.

English director Nicolas Roeg, 90 years old, died this week. He made weird, evocative films that seriously messed up my youth. I’ve always been hugely grateful.

Roeg started as a clapper boy in the early 1950s, eventually working his way up to filming several 1960s classics including Fahrenheit 451, Far From the Madding Crowd and Petulia.

His move to directing came in 1970 with the cult favourite Performance, which he helmed along with Donald Cammell and which gave Mick Jagger his first starring film role.

He then made a series of films through the 1970s that marked him as pretty much the most exciting modern English director of the time.

There was ground-breaking outback adventure The Walkabout (1971) and perhaps his towering achievement, 1973’s Don’t Look Now. A psychological horror based on a Daphne Du Maurier story, the film is set around Venice’s claustrophobic alleyways and contained a sex scene of such honest purity (Donald Sutherland and Julie Christie) that it is still regularly cited in lists as one of the ten most erotic ever lensed.

Musicians

Roeg liked casting musicians in lead roles and next up was David Bowie’s iconic turn as the alien in The Man Who Fell To Earth, followed by Art Garfunkel in Bad Timing (1980) - the disturbing story of a toxic love affair notorious for its

used cut-up time - flashbacks and flash-forwards before drawing together seemingly elusive strands for a climax forging unexpected transcendental connections.

The final devastating reveal in Don’t Look Now connects glimpses threaded

convention-shattering sexual core.

That was the glory period for Roeg. But he made a lot of other worthy films: Eureka (1983) starred Gene Hackman; Insignificance (1985) is very good; and Oliver Reed got a vigorous outing in Castaway (1986). Later films were weaker and had limited release, though The Witches (1990), based on a Roald Dahl story, is deliciously wicked fun.

Amongst other things that made Roeg so special was his ability to make cinema work simultaneously on various levels, with stories just springboards for emotional and intellectual exploration. He often

throughout the film for a horrific revelation that is only so powerful because the couple’s relationship is so genuine and real.

As a teen watching these films it was the transgressive artistic daring that attracted me. Now I find myself equally impressed by the honesty in their unblinking examination of human imperfection.

Friday 30 November 2018

The Weekend Sun

52

Spare change to change the lives of many Animates stores across the country are preparing to give a bit back this Christmas by running their annual Tree of Hope fundraiser.

The appeal encourages Kiwis to purchase $3, $5 or $10 joy, love and hope baubles to hang on the in-store Christmas tree.

Funds raised will be donated to the SPCA and the Mobility Assistance Dogs Trust, enabling them to continue their valuable work improving the lives of animals and people in need, such as David Gould.

David owned a pharmacy in Parnell for 30 years, but contracted a pneumococcal septicaemic infection.

The complications unfortunately resulted in the loss of both of his arms, his legs and part of his ears and nose.

After major rehabilitation, David was introduced to mobility dog Emmett.

“He does many tasks,” says David. “He opens doors and barks for help, but the biggest thing he does for

MEDIUM

SUDOKU 2

No.1965

Dave with mobility dog, Emmett. me is that he makes me feel confident in the community.”

How tofinds solve David that with Emmett, he canSudoku! go anywhere and people will come and talk to him instead of shying away.

If you can’t make it to an Animates

Fill the grid so that

store, donation to the Tree of Hope can be made online via: www.givealittle.co.nz Log on and search Animates Joy, Love, Hope Christmas Donation Appeal.

8 9 5 every row and every Improve the way you relate and work with others 3x3 square contains 8 9 theIfdigits 4 7 you’re looking for someone 1 to 9 who specialises in improving 4 5 3 team dynamics for both How to solve Solution No.1964 2 1 8 9 9 5 7 6 2 3 4 1 and personal 8 Sudoku!

No.1965 MEDIUM professional 6 3 4 1 9 7 5 2 8 6 3 5 2 1 8development, 5 3 4 9 7 6 have a chat to 2 5 9 1 2 7 8 6 4 Lacy.

Fill the grid so that 7 every 1 4 6 9 8 53 Mandy 8 every 8 9 55 1 7 3 2 row and experience 3 2 4 has 7 8 Mandy 6 1hands-on 5 9 contains 7thesquare 5 4 8 9 3x3 4 7 when it comes to leading 6 8 1 3 7 9 2 4 5 digits 1 to 9 1 3 5 9 2 8benefits 7 4 6transformation, realisation 3 4 5 3 5 4 7 1 6 business 9 3 8 2management, change and modern workplace learning.

No.1964 2 9 5Solution 1 8 9 How to solve 7 8 6 2 3 4 1 She teaches and supervises 6 3 4 1 9 7 5 2 8 organisational in the TA No.1965 Sudoku!

6 3 5 2 1 8 5 3 4 9 7 6 modality, whichpsychology provides a toolset 5 9 2 7 1 3 8 6 4 you can apply at work to understand 7 5 1 8 1 4 6 9 8 5 7 3 2 Fill the grid so that experience from corporate, government communication, deal with difficult 7 8 3 2 4 6 1 5 9 every row and NGO settings.

7 and every 5 4 3 7 9 6 2 8 4 1 5 people or situations and tackle contains She is running a two-day workshop repeated experiences and what you can 4 6 1 3 5 9 2 8 7 8 9 3x3thesquare digits 3 1 to 9 on December 6-7, in the Yoga Room 8 2 5 4 7 1 6 9 3 do about them.

SUDOKU

MEDIUM

SUDOKU 2

8 9 5 4 7 4 5 3 1 9 6 5 1 8

8 7

3

2 3 5 7 5 4

9 6 2 5 1 7 3 4 8

Solution No.1964 5 7 8 6 2 3 4 3 4 1 9 7 5 2 1 8 5 3 4 9 7 9 2 7 1 3 8 6 4 6 9 8 5 7 3 8 3 2 4 6 1 5 7 9 6 2 8 4 1 6 1 3 5 9 2 8 2 5 4 7 1 6 9

Mandy has also recently been accepted as a Bay of Plenty regional business partner.

Qualified in organisational psychology, learning sciences and technology - and after recently submitting her PhD in group memory - Mandy brings broad

1 8 6 4 2 9 5 7 3

Flying this summer Flying this summer seatseat $99 per for$99 ONLY per for (Adult or Child) Call the crew 07 572 4000 or book online www.airchathams.co.nz Boarding at Classic Flyers

Call the crew 07 572 4000 or book online www.airchathams.co.nz Boarding at Classic Flyers

at Waihi Beach Hotel, aimed at understanding self and others and learning to apply the techniques that effective communicators and leaders use every day.

For more information visit: www. mandylacyconsulting.nz/ta101 or: www.linkedin.com/in/mandylacy

The Weekend Sun

Friday ˜° November ˛°˝˙

˜°

Composer to conduct Oriana Singers Oriana Singers is delighted and honoured to introduce acclaimed New Zealand composer, choral conductor and music educator David Hamilton, as it performs a selection of his work, including the world premiere of one of his newest pieces, Carol of the Pohutukawa.

David teaches part-time and works with school and community choirs. His music is accessible and written to suit the scope of choirs of mixed abilities.

He was head of music at Epsom Girls’ Grammar School until the end of 2001, and has held several composer residencies. His choral music is widely performed and published internationally, and he has won composer competitions in Italy, America, New Zealand and the UK. As part of his commitment to this Oriana Singers concert, David has conducted a familiarisation workshop for the choir, and agreed to judge original compositions by talented young local composers.

Several compositions will be played during the concert.

Carol of the Pohutukawa will be held at St Peters in the City on December 2, from 2.30pm.

Tickets cost $15 for adults, and accompanied children can attend free-of-charge. Tickets are available at the door.

ORIANA SINGERS [INC] presents the music of

A Christmas extravaganza There will be a musical fiesta to celebrate the end of another successful year for The Entertainers Club.

There’s something for everyone, with experienced flamenco guitarist Matthew Sutton bringing out the unforgettable sounds of Spain that make the guitar truly universal.

You can also expect some rootsy acoustic country with The Harmonic Resonators, as well as hip-hop, pop, and R ‘n B. Nothing is safe from the Resonators’ countrified, harmony-electrifying

music.

Then it’ll be time to get your salsa shoes on for Del Pacifico - a nine-piece band that plays the diverse music of South America. The band is based in Tauranga, with members from Argentina, Chile, Brazil and Venezuela.

The Entertainers Club’s Christmas extravaganza is open to everyone and is being held on December 9, from 5-8pm. Tickets cost $15 and are available at the Tauranga Citz Club reception now.

Celebrating local sports stars in Te Puke Paralympians in the Bay will participate in a sports stars’ themed float in this year’s Te Puke Christmas Parade.

The Seeka Te Puke Christmas Float Parade, on Saturday, December 1, will showcase a range of diverse sports players who grew up in the Bay of Plenty.

Basketballer David MacCalman, swimmer Amanda Lowry and Paralympian Jim Savage

are just a few of the many sport stars to ride into Te Puke in style.

The well-established parade will tour around town twice, and will be followed by a prize-giving ceremony downtown.

The Seeka Te Puke Christmas Float Parade will be held on December 1 from 11am-1pm at Downtown Te Puke, 123 Jellicoe Street.

NZ Composer & Guest Conductor

and introduces young local composers 2.30pm on Sunday December the 2nd St Peters in the City, cnr Cameron Rd/Spring St, Tauranga Tickets available from choir members or at the door Adults $15 ~ Children free with paying adult Oriana Singers thanks our supporters:

www.orianasingers.nz

Friday ˜° November ˛°˝˙

The Weekend Sun

˜°

Experience some magic in the Bay this Christmas If you’re searching for a special Christmas gift that will bring family and friends together this summer, look no further than your own back yard.

There are some amazing events, gigs and activities right here in the Bay of Plenty.

Many of us now crave an ‘experience’ rather than material goods, so a couple of tickets or a family pass should definitely be on Santa’s list this year.

We love our coastal lifestyle, but have you truly explored our big blue backyard? Bay Explorer promises to deliver the “best day ever” on-board their 65ft boat, which takes you on a spectacular island and wildlife cruise.

Huge pods of dolphins will frequently swim alongside, and you’ll spot seasonal wildlife from the outdoor cruise deck including seals, penguins, fish, seabirds and the occasional shark and orca.

Enjoy a barbeque lunch, a cold beverage from their licensed bar and have a go at kayaking, swimming or stand-up paddle boarding.

This tour operates seven days a week and

costs $65 for children and $150 for adults.

Waimarino’s water and adventure park is another ideal day out. Their supreme pass ($159 for 2 adults and up to three children) gives you full access to their water trampoline, rock climbing wall, the Blob, diving boards, gladiator poles and much more.

Their evening glow worm kayak tour ($130 per person) is also a special experience.

Paddling across Lake McLaren at sunset to a beautiful glow worm canyon is something you’re never likely to forget.

For more information visit your local i-SITE or: www.bayofplentynz.com

Splashing into summer with some awesome water action Grab your jandals, togs and towel and come on down to the waterfront this summer for some wet and wild fun.

Dialled Waterpark’s Waterworld will return this year, and opens on December 14.

It’s perfect for families and groups of

Visit the Tauranga i-SITE Corner Wharf and Willow Streets, Open 9am - 5pm daily Or visit www.bayofplentynz.com

friends, getting connected with the water and trying out your skills on a water obstacle course.

Due to the popularity of Waterworld, you must book online to reserve your time and day. Walk-ins will not be allowed. Tickets are $17 per person for an

hour of fun or $60 for a family pass.

Children under nine-years-old must be accompanied by a paying, proficient adult or guardian over 18 years old, and be proficient swimmers.

For more information go to: www.dialled.co.nz

The Weekend Sun

˜˜

Action-packed night of speedway

Speedway fans are in for an actionpacked night this Saturday, with the North Island Saloon Car Champs at Baypark Family Speedway.

The contest will see cars from throughout the North Island competing for the first time in the Bay of plenty for several years.

The cars will be split into two groups that will race in two heats each.

The highest points scorer from each group will start on the front row for the

30-lap championship race.

“We have a great field of 27 Saloon Cars,” says promoter Bernie Gillon.

“All of their races so far this season have been very close and hard fought, with no quarter given.”

The mighty Super Stocks will make their first appearance of the season, with over 20 cars expected as well as Super Saloons, stock cars and mini stocks.

Gates open at 5pm on Saturday, December 1, with racing starting at 6.30pm. If the weather is wet, the event

will be rescheduled to Sunday, December 2, with an earlier start time of 5pm.

Updates will be posted to the Baypark Family Speedway Facebook page.

Tickets can be purchased via the Baypark Family Speedway website via: www.bayparkspeedway.co.nz or at the gate on the night.

Prices are $25 for adults, while seniors and children aged 5-15 years cost $10.

Family tickets (two adults plus three children) are priced at $60, and children under five attend free.

Friday ˜° November ˛°˝˙

Friday 30 November 2018

The Weekend Sun

56

THE WEEKEND SUN

Saturday 1 December Bay Network Singles Club

50 Plus. Great people & awesome outings. Must have a sense of humor. Ph Jonathan 572 2091 or Maureen 021 112 3307

Baypark Family Speedway

Petanque Tauranga

Maketu Market is held on 3rd & 5th Sundays of each month from 6am at Maketu Village Green.

Ph Pat 021 447 420 or Carolyn 027 251 0388

Tauranga Fuchsia Group

Open meeting every Sunday, 7-8pm, at Hanmer Clinic (behind Super Liquor), 1235 Cameron Rd, Greerton. If using drugs is causing you problems, ph 0800 NA TODAY

Beauty & The Beast

Meet at Art/Craft Centre Elizabeth St West, last Saturday of the month except Dec/Jan at 1:30pm.

Growing fuchsias. Pat 579 1655 Noeleen 578 4643

Christmas Art Fest

Please donate books, records, CDs, DVDs, jigsaws, sheet music. Drop off at 24 Montana Dr, 20 Ririnui Pl. Ph Anne 543 5350 or Ross 544 0817

6:30pm North Island Saloon Champs. wwwbaypark.co.nz Gillian Moore School of Dance pupils bring to life this enchanted tale through all genres of dance.

1pm & 6:30pm. www.baycourt.co.nz for info & tickets 10-4pm. Live music, art & craft, workshops & food carts. Free entry all ages. Anglican Missions at 53 Te Okuroa Drive Papamoa. Ph Julie 0274 205 375

Christmas Dance

Maketu Market

Tga/BOP Club, at Club Mt Maunganui 12:50pm start. All welcome to try a new sport. Equip available, all coaching given. Ph Jo Ann 578 3606

Tauranga Rotaries March Book-Sale

Tauranga Social Dance Club

Christmas Dance at Greerton Hall 7-10pm.

Supper, raffles, spot prizes. All welcome. Phon Faye 07 543 3280

TECT National Sevens

Narcotics Anonymous

NZDA BOP Range Day

NZDA BOP branch run public open days last Sunday each month at their 300m range in TECT All Terrain Park. 9am-3pm $20 bring firearm licence

Omokoroa Lions Market

2nd Sunday monthly. Western Ave Car Park, Omokoroa. 9am-noon. Bookings not required. Ph Keith 548 2117

Papamoa Lions Club Market

On Sat 8 Dec, Greerton Hall, 7:30pm. BYO drink & nibbles. Great social dance music.

Everyone welcome. Ph 544 2337 or 027 322 1786

Tauranga Domain 15-16 Dec. Tickets on sale now! www.nationalsevens.co.nz

2nd & 4th Sunday Gordon Spratt Reserve, Parton Rd, Papamoa. Gates open 7am for stall holder entry. Wayne 027 974 5699

Gate Pa Indoor Bowls

Trustpower Christmas Parade

Come to the Christmas Parade, Downtown Tauranga at today at 11am! More info at www. taurangachristmasparade.co.nz

Psychic Cafe Spiritual Centre

7:15pm Combined Christmas Open Fours Tournament

Gate Pa Junior Tennis

Club days/times: Sat 9am: 5-7 yrs, 10am: 8-10 yrs Thurs- 4.30pm: Intermediate ages, 6pm: College ages. New members welcome. Racquets are available. Enquiries: Turu 022 031 7568

Katikati Bowling Club

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

Katikati Lions Moggies Market

2nd Sat of month Katikati Memorial Hall, Main Road 8am-Noon. Enquiries 549 3589

LOL Laughter Wellness

We don’t laugh because we’re happy, we’re happy because we laugh. Arataki Community Centre, Zambuk Way, Mt Maunganui, 11-11:45am.

Koha. Trish 022 036 6768 lollaughterwellness@ gmail.com

Mount Maunganui Toy Library

Rent toys, keep your kids entertained.

Find us on Facebook. 22 MacDonald St Wed 9:30-12, Fri 11:30-2, Sat 9:30-12

Mount Music Club

2nd Sat in month. Mostly country. Good backing band. Mount Old Folks Hall, Midway, Mount

Mount Scottish Christmas Dance

Christmas Dance Sat 8th 7:30-10:30pm Arataki Community Centre, Bayfair, Mt Maunganui.

Sheldon’s Dance Band, fabulous supper. Organised

by Mount Scottish Society. Erica 576 0578

Narcotics Anonymous

Open meeting every Sat, 7:30-8:30pm, at Hanmer Clinic (behind Super Liquor), 1235 Cameron Rd, Greerton. If using drugs is causing you problems, ph 0800 NA TODAY

Omanu Bowling Club

50th Anniversary Weekend. Tonight 6:30pm Anniversary Dinner. Open to all past & present members.

Otumoetai Tennis Club

Adult tennis. Start time 1:30pm. Bellevue Park, Windsor Road (next to Swimming Pool Complex). New players & visitors welcome. Ph Fred 544 5088

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

Well-being For Women

You’re invited to join the conversation on women today, our well-being & our health. 12;30-3pm at Waipuna Hospice. Ingrid 021 952 690

Sunday 2 December

Advent Procession Carol Service

Advent Procession with the Scholars Pro Musica Chamber Choir. 7pm, St Peter’s Anglican Church, Victoria Rd, Mount Maunganui. Advent carols, hymns & readings. Koha appreciated.

Art On The Strand

Original art for sale. The Strand, Tauranga 9am-4pm, weather permitting. Tauranga Society of Artists

BOP Model Powerboat Club

Club Champs today. Come & see all the boats racing at Taurikura Drive, The Lakes. Racing starts at 9am.

Corkers Toastmasters

Wow your audience Corkers Toastmasters meets 3rd Sunday of month at The Zone Cafe, Owens Place, Mt Maunganui at 2pm. Ph Chrissy 027 296 7939

David Hamilton, Composer/Conductor

Oriana Singers present the music of NZ composer David Hamilton, 2:30pm St Peters, cnr Cameron Rd/Spring St. Tickets at door, $15 adults & children free.

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.

Greerton Community Hall. Doors open 6:30pm, starts 7pm. $10 entry. Last meet for 2018. Once inside, everything free: Psychics, Healers, & refreshments. Kevin 578 7205 www.psychiccafe.nz

Quakers in Tauranga

In hall behind Brain Watkins House, cnr Elizabeth/Cameron Rd 10am for an hour of mainly silent worship followed by tea/coffee & talk 544 7158 or 573 8497 www.quaker.org.nz

Radio Controlled Model Yachts

Sundays & Thursdays 1:30pm, in pond behind 24 Montego Drive Papamoa, sailing Electron Yachts for fun. Adult beginners welcome. Graham 572 5419

Tauranga Organ Keyboard Society

Meets 1:30pm at Carmel Country Estate Social Centre, 11 Hollister Lane, Ohauiti. Play or listen, Organ EL900 or Clavinova 405. Ph June on 574 2204

Tibetan Buddhist Teachings

Teachings by Geshela Jamyang Sherab held at the Papamoa Community Centre, alternate Sundays, 10am-12pm. Teachings Free, Dana appreciated. For dates Ph Jaki on 021 216 1102

Monday 3 December Achieve Toastmasters

Find your voice Achieve Toastmasters meets 1st 3rd & 5th Monday at St Stephens Church Hall Brookfield Terrace at 7:30pm. Ph Frank/Chriss 543 9493

AGM Tauranga Whalers

Tauranga Whalers Sports AGM will be held 6pm at the Arataki Community Centre. All volunteers welcomed.

Alcoholics Anonymous

Open meeting 10am. Tauranga Central Baptist Church,13 ave/Cameron Rd. All welcome. Ph 0800 229 6757

Argentine Tango

A close-embrace dance that will change your life! Come on guys meet friendly young dancers to walk this ‘journey’. Ph/Txt 020 4006 1340

Badminton Club, Aquinas College

Tauranga Badminton Club, 7:30-9:30pm.

Aquinas College Events Centre. Seniors & Year 11 upwards. Casual players welcome. $8pp. Club racquets available. Ph/text Sue: 021 194 4335 www.sporty/taurangabadmintonclub.co.nz

Body+Soul Fitness

For over 50s. Mon & Fri Greerton Hall, Tues Tauranga Senior Citizens Norris St, Wed Bethlehem hall 9:15am. Ph Dianne 027 431 4326 or 576 5031

Cards 500

Social, competitive & fun. Flexible evenings to suit. No cost. Ph Chris 572 3834

Chess During The Day

The Mount Chess Club, 1pm-4pm. Hillier Centre, 31 Gloucester Rd Mt Maunganui. $3.

Sets, boards, clocks, refreshments provided. Bob or Viv 575 5845 or 0274 786 282

Citizens Advice Bureau Tauranga

Free confidential impartial information & advice Don’t know? Ask us! Ph or visit us at 38 Hamilton St Tauranga Mon-Fri 9am-5pm 07 578 1592 or 0800 367 222

Dutch Friendly Support Network

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

Harmony-A-Plenty Barbershop Chorus

Our Chorus teaches you to sing & enjoy a great craft. Meets 7pm, 183 Moffatt Rd, Bethlehem. Ph Gordon 07 576 5008. Welcomes new members.

Narcotics Anonymous

Open meeting every Monday, 7-8pm, at Hillier Centre, 31 Gloucester Rd, Mt Maunganui. If using drugs is causing you problems ph 0800 NA TODAY

Out Of This World

Join Nanogirl, Boris & CLAIR (Constantly Learning Artificial Intelligence Repository) fo science & engineering as you have never seen.

5pm & 7pm www.baycourt.co.nz for tickets

Recycled Teenagers Exercise Class

50+, & illness/injury rehabilitation. Mon & Wed 9:15-10:45 Snr Citz Club 14 Norris St Tga. St Mary’s Church Hall Girven Rd Tues 9-10.30am. Jennifer 571 1411

Tauranga City Brass

Band practise is 7-9pm at 10 Yatton St Greerton. All brass players & percussionists very welcome. Instruments available. Ph Jeremy 021 132 3341

Tauranga Creative Fibre

Every Monday 9:30am, also 2nd & 4th Thursday 7pm. Learn/share spinning, weaving, felting, knitting, crochet & all things fibre. 17 Elizabeth St. Margaret 571 3483

Tauranga Rocknroll Club

Lessons 6:45pm & social dancing 7:30pm at Legion of Frontiersmen Hall, 165 Elizabeth Street. Ph Rana 027 699 5571 or www. taurangarocknrollclub.org.nz

Tauranga Senior Citizens Club

CARDS 500 Mon& Turs. INDOOR BOWLS Tues, Wed & Sat, 14 Norris St (behind PaknSave) 12:45pm for1pm start. Entry $2 includes afternoon tea. New members welcome.

The Weekend Sun

Friday ˜° November ˛°˝˙

˜°

THE WEEKEND SUN

Tauranga Vision Friendship Club

For retirees. Friendship, speakers, outings, social gatherings. Meets 4th Monday each month 10am at Citizens Club. Ph Bryan 570 2483

Zonta Tga Womens’ Organisation

Leading global organisation empowering women worldwide thru service & advocacy warmly welcomes professional women. Make a difference. Monthly meeting. Ph Suzy 021 266 5044

Tuesday 4 December Alcoholics Anonymous

Open Meeting every Tuesday night, 7:30pm St Peters Anglican Church, 11 Victoria Rd, Mt Maunganui. All welcome. Ph 0800 229 6757

Altrusa Ladies Group

Leading to a Better Community.

Interested? email Denise dkbean@ kinect.co.nz. ph/txt 027 284 6828.

Meet 2nd Tues business & social 4th Tues.

Baypark Family Speedway

International Sprint Cars from 6:30pm. For more info go to www. baypark.co.nz

Beginner Social Dance Class

6pm, Tauranga Primary School Hall, 5th Ave or Wed at 8pm, Welcome Bay School Hall, Welcome Bay Rd. Ph 544 2337

BOP Linux Users Group

7-9pm first Tues of the month L.J.Hooker, cnr Cameron Rd & 8th Ave Smarter, safer, faster & free.

Learn more to take charge of your computer. 578 6024 http://boplug. co.nz/event-calendar/

Citizens Advice Bureau Papamoa

Free confidential impartial information & advice. Don’t know? Ask us! Phone or visit us at Community Centre 15 Gravatt Road Papamoa Tues-Thurs 10am-1pm 07 574 9862 or 0800 367 222

Golf In The City

Golf for all, Otumoetai golf Club.

Tee off from 3:30-5:30pm. Meals available. Prizes & fun. All welcome.

Hecksplorer - The Exilers

Love reading? Young or young at heart? The Exilers is for you. New chapter posted every Monday. Read it online at hecksplorer.com/exilers or search Hecksplorer.

Inachord Women’s Chorus

If you like to sing, dance ,make friends & have fun, join us! Great musical director! 7-9pm Bethlehem Community church, 183 Moffat Road. Ph Sabine 021 111 8659

Israeli Dancing

Beginners group 6:30-7:30pm circle & line dances. All ages welcome.

Gate Pa Primary School hall, Cameron Rd. Ph Maria 544 1680 or 022 165 2114

Let’s Learn Lifelong Learning

Are you a lifelong learner ? Check out the range of courses, workshops, classes, lectures, lessons & events on www.letslearn.co.nz or ph 544 9557

Lions Club Welcome Bay

Lions Club of Welcome Bay + Age Concern. Coffee & Conversation.

Welcome Bay Community Centre every 3rd Tuesday 10:30am-11:30am.

All welcome Register Ph 571 8940

Narcotics Anonymous

Womens’ meeting every Tuesday at Downstairs Hall (accessed from building’s rear), Salvation Army Recovery Church, 51 Fifth Ave. (Children welcome). Ph 0800 NA TODAY

Ocean Running

5k Fun Run & Walk around Mauao base track.

Every Tuesday, $6 entry Mt Ocean Sports Club from 5:15pm. Walkers start 5:30 runners 6pm. Ph Phil 021 383 354

Otumoetai Tennis Club

Midweek Tennis Tues & Thurs.

Start 9am. Bellevue Park, Windsor Rd (next to Swimming Pool complex). New players & visitors welcome. Ph Pam 570 0302

Otumoetai Walking Group

Katikati Bowling Club

Katikati Bowling Club

Meet at 9am at Kulim Park. Ph Jim 576 7339

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

8 Park Rd Rummikub 1-4pm, $3 entry.

Phil Green 549 5344

Petanque

Kiwi Toasters

Katikati Toastmasters

Twilight TuesdaysTga/BOP Club at Club Mt Maunganui 4-6pm. All Welcome to try a new sport. Equip available, all coaching given. Ph Jo Ann 578 3606

Build Confidence Kiwi Toasters meets 1st 3rd & 5th Wednesday at 5:30pm at 3 Palm Springs Boulevard (beside Pharmacy) Papamoa. Ph Chrissy 027 296 7939

Find Your Voice Katikati Toastmasters meets 1st 3rd & 5th Thursday at 7:30pm at Katikati Community Centre Beach Road Katikati. Ph Chrissy 027 296 7939

Scrabble

Mount Spiritual/Healing Centre

Keynotes 4-part harmony Women’s chorus meet 7pm at Wesley Church 13th Ave, singing for fun & health. Ph Bernice 576 4848 Facebook Keynotes Inc.

Tauranga Scrabble Club 8:50am-12pm. 3 games Tauranga Bridge Club Ngatai Rd. New players very welcome Ph 578 3606

Xmas night messages. Top mediums Laurelle Barnett, Kevin Reed & Sue Buckland. Amazing supper, raffles. 7:30 start $5 entry plus item food bank

Tauranga Acoustic Music Club

Narcotics Anonymous

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

Tauranga Morning Badminton

9-11:30am Tues & Thurs, QE2 Centre. All ages. Racquets available, beginners welcome. $5 per day. Ph Rachael 07 548 2216

Tauranga Samba Brazilian Drumming

Percussion band. 7:159:15pm. Mount Sports Hall, Cnr Hull & Mt Maunganui Rds. No experience reqd. Ph/txt Rob 021 232 7185 for info

Tauranga Toastmasters

Improve your speaking & leadership skills in a supportive & social environment. Every Tuesday 7:30-9:30pm, Lyceum Club, 1st Ave. Guests welcome!

Te Puke Toy Library

Tues-Thurs 9-1pm, Fri/Sat 10-12pm Borrow Toys, have a play, Playgroup on Friday as well as Brick Kids during term 3:30pm. 7 Stock Rd. Ph 027 263 9309

Try Lawn Bowls

Tauranga South Bowling Club. All welcome, especially beginners. Must be over 13 years. Bowls supplied.

Smooth flat shoes or bare feet. 5:458:15pm approx. $5 each

Twilight Petanque Tauranga

Tga/BOP Club at Club Mt Maunganui 4pm start. All welcome to try a new sport. Equip available.

All coaching given. Ph Maryan 022 070 8800

Yoga for All

Welcome Bay Community Centre, 6:308pm. Traditional, relaxing yoga class. Beginners welcome. $12 one or $90 nine classes. Bring a mat. Ph Bhajan 07 929 7484

Wednesday 5 December Age Concern Walking Group 10am Briscoes, Chapel St.

Alcoholics Anonymous

Open meeting 10am, Every 1st/3rd Wednesday of month. Tauranga Central Bapist Church. 13th Ave/ Cameron Rd. All Welcome. Ph 0800 229 6757

Cards - Five Hundred

1pm St Thomas More Church, 17 Gloucester Rd Mt Maunganui. $3. Weekly prizes, door prize, refreshments, aggregate. Barbara 572 4962 or Bob 0274 786 282

Fernland Spa Water Exercise

11am-noon. For accident/ illness rehabilitation, arthritics & joint replacements. Qualified instructor & lifeguard. Held rain or shine, not school holidays. New participants ph Jennifer 571 1411

Free Meditation

7:30pm-8:30pm. Bring peace & joy into your life. Youth Engagement Building (behind main stadium) Tauranga Domain Cameron Rd. Entrance opp Monmouth St. Ph Ian 027 884 2238

Healing Rooms 1-3pm

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

Steps meeting (Closed), every Wednesday, 7:309pm, at Downstairs Hall (accessed from building’s rear carpark), Salvation Army Recovery Church, 51 Fifth Avenue, Tauranga.

Ph 0800 NA TODAY

Papamoa Palms Friendship Club

11am Gordon Spratt Reserve, Parton Rd. am & pm speakers. Bring own lunch. All welcome. Initial visit free. Ph Sue 574 3280

Scottish Country Dancing

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

Singles Coffee Club 60+

Meet every Wed 10am.

Looking to meet like minded people. Ph Gayle 0274 393 267 or email mixandmingle@xtra.co.nz

Steady As You Go

Exercises at St Johns Church Hall Bureta, 2-3pm except 1st Wednesdays each month. Improve balance & overall wellbeing. Ph Alison 07 576 4536

Tattletale Saints NZ Tour

At The Jam Factory, Historic Village, 17th Ave. 6:30pm. A mix of old & new songs including classic country, pop & American songbook hits. $20 door sales.

Tga MidWeek Tramping Group

Thompsons Track, Lund Road, Mt Eliza off-track circuit. Grade moderate.

Sheryl 574 3743

Tauranga South Garden Club

Last meeting of year at Central Baptist Church Hall cnr 13th Ave/ Cameron Rd 1:30-3pm. Visitors welcome. Ph 578 1017

Tauranga Theatre Organ Society

Meet at Baycourt Theatre, 38 Durham St at 1pm. Hear & play the mighty Wurlitzer organ. All welcome.

Ph 552 0243

Toastmasters City Early Start

Improve communication leadership teamwork skills join motivated enthusiastic group Classic Flyers Avgas Cafe 6:50-8:15am email LaniDTM@gmail.com www. cityearlystart.co.nz & FB

Triathlon Tauranga Aquathon

Pilot Bay 6pm. Short course 400m swim/2.5km run. Long course 750m swim/5.5km run https:// triathlontauranga.org.nz/

Twilight Corporate Disc Golf

A workplace get together like no other.At pin oak flat in the beautiful Mclaren Falls park 5:30pm.

Full details tauranga disc golf on facebook.com

WANTED Books/CDs/DVDs/Puzzles

For Mount Lions Lioness Clubs Annual Bookfair. Dropoff 31 Maitland Rd Greerton, 24 Twickenham Ct Bethlehem,126 Santa Monica Dr, Papamoa. For collection ph 575 2725

Thursday 6 December Bay City Rockers

Social RocknRoll Dancing, with Neon Moon, RocknRoll Waltz. At Senior Citizens Hall, Norris St. 7-9:30pm. $3 entry includes supper.

Ph Gavin 027 643 6222

Keynotes Inc.

Narcotics Anonymous

Mens’ meeting (Closed), every Thursday, 7:30-8:30pm, at Papamoa Library, 15 Gravatt Rd, Papamoa. If using drugs is causing you problems, maybe we can help. Ph 0800 NA TODAY

Rising Stars Singing Competition

Tauranga’s Rising Stars of Singing Concert & competition. Tickets $20 incl complimentary wine & canapes. 5:30pm at Tauranga Boys’ College. Ph 577 0583

Sign Bomb@Highlands Coffee House

Talk with/about NZSL (NZ Sign Language)! Cafe at 801 Cameron Rd. 11-12:30. Email Yuko hunyako3@gmail. com or FB Visual Voices

Tauranga Model Railway Club

Club Night every Thurs 7:30 in club rooms, cnr Mirrelees & Cross Rds, Sulphur Point. Ph Mike Oldfield 926 9198

Tauranga Opera Forum

Singing Scholarships Concert 5:30pm, Graham Young Youth Theatre, 664 Cameron Rd. Tickets $20, includes glass of wine, finger food & spot prize draw. Ph 577 0583

Te Puke Art Society

9:30am open for viewing art & doing art. Friendly helpful group. All levels & new members welcome. Ph 027 660 6213

Friday 7 December Alcoholics Anonymous

Open meeting 10am every Friday.

Tauranga Central Baptist Church, 13th Ave/Cameron Rd. All welcome. Ph 0800 229 6757

Chess Tauranga

Tauranga RSA Chess Club, Greerton 5-7pm, Casual & Standard length games. Ph Werner 548 1111 http:/www. westernbopchess.weebly.com/

Learning About Tauranga Faith-Groups

Exploring the diverse religious traditions contributing to NZ society. 6-8:15pm St Georges Church, 1 Church Street. Full description & enrolments at www.rdc.org. nz/classes/

Mah Jong Club

Every Friday at St Andews Church Hall, Dee St, Mt Maunganui. 12:45-4pm. Come join our friendly club. Joy 578 7310

Narcotics Anonymous

Open meeting every Fri at Hillier Centre, 31 Gloucester Rd, Mt Maunganui, 7:30-8:30pm. If using drugs is causing you problems, maybe we can help ph 0800 NA TODAY

Red Cross Volunteers

Looking for something professional & to support your community while gaining retail skills for 4hrs? Enquire today at Red Cross Shop Cameron Rd, ph 578 2683

GIGGUIDE & ENTERTAINMENT MT RSA Fri 30th Woody’s 3 piece 7pm – 10:30pm Sat 1st Terry Jensen Duo 7:30pm Sun 2nd Back Porch 4:30pm – 7:30pm MOUNT SOCIAL CLUB Fri 30th Play Misty 6pm – 9pm, then DJ Zeca 10pm Sat 1st Naram + SK Simeon “Dem wanna be my Friend” Tour 8pm-1am

Sun 2nd Super Social Sunday 10pm Thurs 4th Social Jam Night from 10pm THE BARREL ROOM Fri 30th Alice Sea 7:30pm Sat 1st Toner & Franks 8pm Mon 3rd Quiz Night 7pm JACK DUSTY’S ALE HOUSE (Bureta) Sun 2nd The Blarneys 3pm – 6pm

Friday ˜° November ˛°˝˙

The Weekend Sun

˜°

CLASSIFIEDSECTION

trades & services

PH: ˜° ˛˝˙ ˆ˜ˇ˝ or email aimee@thesun.co.nz these pages can be viewed online at www.sunlive.co.nz

download your free App today

opendoorarchitecture.co.nz

opendoorarchitecture.co.nz

The best for your lawns Keep it cool this summer They say the grass is always greener on the other side, and maybe that’s because the lawn has been tended to

by Supreme Green Mowing.

For a great finish and personal service, Supreme Green Mowing is your go-to.

They are a family business who specialise in mowing commercial grounds, school grounds, orchards, lifestyle blocks and rural areas.

“We aim for that perfect finish, to leave your property looking its best,” says Supreme Green Mowing’s Steve Summers.

“We also have specialised machines that can take on that extra tall growth.”

If your lawns need doing or your edges need trimming, the team at Supreme Green Mowing can help.

They cover Tauranga, Matamata, Te Puna, Mount Maunganui, Papamoa, Pyes Pa and the Kaimai Ranges.

For a friendly service, free quotes and a great looking property, call the team at Supreme Green Mowing Service on: 021 022 37879.

Supreme Green Mowing’s Steve Summers.

Summer is on its way, and now is the perfect time to start thinking about ways to keep cool.

One of the ways to stay fresh is with an efficient heat pump from HAS Heatpumps.

Give Alex Glover at HAS a call and he will give you a free quote as well as advice on the best heat pump solution for your home.

HAS Heatpumps has been installing and servicing heat pumps in the Bay of Plenty and greater Waikato area for more than 13 years, and the experienced team can recommend and install a range of residential and commercial heating and air conditioning solutions to fit your individual needs.

The company has provided thousands of customised heat pump, ventilation and air conditioning solutions to homeowners, schools and businesses.

“We offer specialist advice and quality, professional services at competitive rates,” says Alex.

So what are you waiting for? Don’t put up with sticky conditions this summer.

Get in touch with the team at HAS Heatpumps via: www.hasheatpumps.co.nz or call: 07 542 0380.

Alex Glover.

Enquire today for a

FREE QUOTE!

The Weekend Sun

Friday ˜° November ˛°˝˙

˜°

trades & services

36 YEA experienRc S e

RM Electrical BOP Ltd

Kerb Damaged Wheel?

Don’t let it spoil your day!

Call us on 0800 KERBED

0800 537 233

M:022 355 4722

www.wheelmagician.co.nz

New Zealand’s Quietest Heat Pumps

Friday ˜° November ˛°˝˙

The Weekend Sun

˜°

health & beauty

trades & services broken window handle?

• • • • *finance available

doors • windows locks • hinges handles conservatories

for a FREE quote

07 571 4491

entertainment

wanted

Admin

Administration Services

GreenKiwi Gardens

deceased For prompt, efficient, professional service

call Vivienne on 07 579 9130 email vivienne@adminz.co.nz

www.adminz.co.nz

93 Wharf Street, Tauranga

AAA

MASTER

PAINTERS TAURANGA

appliance services

The Weekend Sun

Friday ˜° November ˛°˝˙

˜°

real estate

public notices

gardening

funeral notice

WHEELIE BINS

&

GARDEN BAGS Monthly Collections *100% green waste recycle 100% locally owned & operated 25 years experience

Colin a Marla nd in Watso e n

WAIHI, KATIKATI, TAURANGA, MOUNT, PAPAMOA, and SURROUNDING DISTRICTS COLIN WATSON Director

Ph: 027 473 6425

E: ecogardenbag@gmail.com

funeral services

NEED MORE

SPACE? Ideal as an extra bedroom or home offic Three convenient sizes: standard 3.6m x 2.4m - $75pw large 4.2m x 2.4m - $90pw xtra-large 4.8m x 2.4m - $110pw Fully insulated with lockable ranchslider, large window, power, security lights, curtains, carpet, smoke alarm & even a small deck.

Minimum 6 month rental period.

public notices

Visit our display cabin at: 17 Plummers Point Road, WHAKAMARAMA or 159 Jellicoe Road, TE PUKE or call for a free brochure.

public notices

Nga Matarae Scholarship “Me ahu ki uta ra e kau i te wai ngā mātārae i waho o Opounui e...”

Our family helping your family

The Trustees of Ng˜ M˜ tarae Charitable Trust are pleased to o° er the Ng˜ M ˜ tarae Scholarship Programme.

The Trust is a partnership between the Port and Tauranga Iwi with the primary purpose to promote the wellbeing of Te Awanui Tauranga Harbour.

Applicants intending to undertake study in a discipline that will beneÿt the wellbeing of the harbour and who are descendants of Tauranga Moana iwi (Ng˜ ti Ranginui, Ng˜i Te Rangi and Ng˜ ti P˝kenga) ar e invited to apply.

The Scholarship for the 2019 academic year is for a period of up to three years’ tertiary education at a recognised New Zealand tertiary institute for a ÿrst degree. The continuation of the Scholarship in Years Two and Three will be subject to performance criteria.

Applications must be on the prescribed form accompanied by the requested details. This form is available from: Port of Tauranga, Salisbury Avenue, Mount Maunganui Website: www.port-tauranga.co.nz Email: property@port-tauranga.co.nz Applications close at midday on Wednesday 23 January 2019.

PORT OF TAURANGA

07 543 3151 www.hopefunerals.co.nz

4 Keenan Road, Pyes Pa, Tauranga

Friday ˜° November ˛°˝˙

mobility

RUN ON LISTINGS gardening

greerton

1/42 PEMBERTON CRES Saturday 8am-4pm. Bric-a-brac.

papamoa

140 WAIRAKEI AVE unfortunately this garage sale has been cancelled for this week.

JUST $20+gst with FREE signs & price stickers! bible digest

SURELY YOUR GOODNESS and love will follow me all the days of my life, and I will dwell in the house of the Lord forever.

Psalm 23:6

computers

COMPUTER GETTING you down? Problems, viruses, upgrades, internet, new or refurb PC’s tuition, or advice. Ph Bruce for a no obligation chat or quote 576 7940 or 021 260 9183 FREE ON SITE DIAGNOSIS & quote. We come to you.

Pensioner discounts. Ph Kyle at Tech Solutions 027 828 7078

financial CASH LOANS $200-$20,000

GET CASH

curriculum vitae

CVs THAT STAND OUT. Don’t let your C.V. get lost amongst all the others. Get the WOW factor.

A C.V. For You can provide you with a personal and professional touch. From scratch or update existing ones. Check out samples on www.facebook.com/ acvforyou or Ph/text on 021 27 27 912

NOW PH 0800 760 000 WWW.INSTANTFINANCE.CO.NZ

Need a loan? We’ll get Get on the the money phone! moving! linsa.co.nz

174 DEVONPORT ROAD, TAURANGA | (07) 578 7717 Terms and conditions apply. Subject to Linsa Finance lending criteria and responsible lending guidelines. All loans must be approved and drawn down in our branch. Establishment and account maintenance fees apply.

FSP 176104

A1 HOME & GARDEN SERVICES Tree pruning, weeding, hedges, waterblasting, home maintenance, lifestyle blocks, commercial, rubbish removal. Affordable rates. Ph Philip 027 655 4265 or 544 5591 ABLE GARDENER, experienced, efficient, knowledgeable, highly qualified.

Maintenance, pruning, hedges, shrubs, roses; disease/pest control, lifestyle blocks, garden renovations; design & plant.

Ph Tita 027 654 8781 or a/h 542 0120

health & beauty

www.sunlive.co.nz/classifieds.html Found Adult Grey Female Cat, Katikati Area, Ref: 139849 Ph SPCA 07 578 0245 Found Adult Tabby Female Cat, Katikati Area, Ref: 139854 Ph SPCA 07 578 0245 Found Adult Grey/White Male Cat, Welcome Bay Area, Ref: 140056 Ph SPCA 07 578 0245 Found Adult Grey Tabby/White Female Cat, Te Puke Area, Ref: 140117 Ph SPCA 07 578 0245 Found Young Adult Tabby Female Cat, Brookfield Area, Ref: 140146 Ph SPCA 07 578 0245

trades & services

NATURAL NEW ZEALAND Health Products & Clinic.

Something for everyone.

NZ Registered Natural Therapies & Natural Medicine Practitioners. Opposite BP Te Puke. Ph 573 5533 www. naturaltherapiesnz.com and www.naturalpetremediesstore. com

APPLIANCE REPAIRS For service of all Fisher & Paykel, Haier and Elba appliances, Ph 0800 372 273 for your local technician.

AC PETFOODS collect injured & unwanted cows & horses. Ph 0800 369 6269

ELECTRICIAN, 18+ years experience, NZ registered.

Residential & commercial, maintenance & service, new builds, renovations. Fast, friendly service. Ph Andrew 022 354 1960

livestock

lost & found

FOUND KITTENS VARIOUS Colours, Various Sex, Various Areas, Ph SPCA 07 578 0245 Found Puppies, Various Colours, Various Sex, Various Areas, Ph SPCA 07 578 0245 Found Young Adult Black Female Cat, Greerton Area, Ref: 139564 Ph SPCA 07 578 0245 Found Adult Ginger/White Female Cat, Mount Maunganui Area, Ref: 139622 Ph SPCA 07 578 0245

BOAT BUILDING repairs and maintenance. Timber & fibreglass trade qualified, boat builder. Ph Shaun 021 992 491 or 07 552 0277

HANDYMAN BUILDING, section maintenance, decks, fencing, pergolas, painting, water blasting, odd jobs. Free quotes.

Ph Rossco 027 270 3313 or 544 5911 MASON PAINTERS, interior/ exterior, residential/small commercial, repaints. Quality workmanship, 25 years experience. Taking bookings for 2019. Ph Dave 027 204 1254

situations vacant

3/212 CHADWICK RD. TAURANGA

0800 34 62 63

The Weekend Sun

˜°

PAINTER/DECORATOR Interior & exterior. Quality workmanship, friendly service. Over 25 years specialising in residential and more. Quality paint at trade prices. For your best advice in all areas. Ph Shane Mount/ Tauranga Decorators 07 544 6495 or 021 575 307 PICTURE FRAMERS, 63 Lemon Grove, Otumoetai. Pensioner rates. Special now on for Diploma framing! Ph 07 576 0657 or 021 862 523 PLASTERER A1 TRADESMAN with 30 yrs experience. Quality finish with friendly, reliable service. I specialise in interior walls & ceilings with no job too small. Strip your own wallpaper and I will skim your walls ready for a modern paint finish. Repair cracked walls & ceilings using proven carbon-fibre technology.

Call Murray now for an obligation free quote 027 266 5657 QUIT SMOKING for your health, your whanau and your wallet.

Hapainga is a FREE service to help people in the BOP to quit smoking. We work with individuals or groups at locations convenient to you. We provide free nicotine patches, gum and lozenges to ease cravings and double your chances of quitting.

Call now 0800 HAPAINGA (427 246) ROOF REPAIRS Free quotes for all maintenance of leaking roofs, gutter cleaning & repairs.

Chimney maintenance & repairs.

Registered roofer, 30yrs exp. Ph Peter 542 4291 or 027 436 7740 TREE, SHRUB and hedges trimming, topping, rubbish, palm pruning or removal, satisfaction

guaranteed free quote. Ph Steve Hockly 571 5958 or 027 498 1857

travel & tours

NO 8 TOURS NEW ZEALAND’S SENIOR TRAVEL CLUB. Join in some Christmas Cheer over the Holiday season. Don’t Miss Out these tours are always very popular.

(1) 12th Dec - Pre Xmas get together & Lunch. (2) 22nd Dec - 6 Days Festival of the Lights Xmas Getaway. Free Door to Door service. Day Trips, Shows & Free beautiful colour catalogue: BOOK NOW: Ph. No 8 Tours team on 579 3981 or Email info@no8tours.co.nz

venues

BOOK YOUR CHRISTMAS FUNCTION NOW. No.1 The Strand, a beautiful historic setting.

Email bookings@ no1thestrand. co.nz or www. no1thestrand.co.nz FOR WEDDINGS, FUNCTIONS OR MEETINGS+ check out No.1 The Strand, a beautiful historic setting. Email: bookings@ no1thestrand.co.nz or www. no1thestrand.co.nz WEDDINGS, PARTIES, MEETINGS etc - The perfect venue. With stunning Harbour views, fully licensed bar & kitchen onsite. Restaurant open every Friday from 5pm & Sunday from 4.30pm, kids under 12 years dine free with every paying adult. Tauranga Fish & Dive Club, 60 Cross Rd, Sulphur Point. Ph 571 8450

advertising deadlines

The Weekend Sun

Friday ˜° November ˛°˝˙

˜° Natalie Meredith has won the prestigious BOP Area Floral Art Designer of the Year competition.

The competition, run by the Tauranga Floral Art Society during the Bloom in the Bay Festival at Tauranga Historic Village, was judged by three Waikato floral art design judges - Heather Hammond, Dorothy Turner and Marion Shaw.

Natalie’s design captured perfectly the ‘Nature into Art’ theme of the competition, which was staged outdoors this year, with nine designers competing to be Designer of the Year. Bay of Plenty Garden and Art Festival manager Marc Anderson presented the award.

Right: Natalie Meredith being presented with her award by Bay of Plenty Garden and Art Festival manager Marc Anderson.

nell and Francine

e McCon Sue Wright, Lynn

Thomas.

Left: Margaret Koch from Te Aroha looking at Francine Thomas’s entry into the BOP Area Floral Art Designer of the Year competition.

Francine came second.

Pat Liddle look

ing through Fr

At an unbelievable price of just *gst inc $1,850.00 Installed

ancine Thomas

’s entry.

W I N IT BA CK!

FUJITSU ASTG 09 KMCA INVERTER

The Fujitsu WITH SNOW DEN ELECTRICAL

e3 SERIES UNIT

Be ready for summer

(T’s & C’s App

ly)

NE W ZE N

A

DED

ACCREDITED CONSULTANT

AIR CONDITIONING

Only Fujitsu heat pumps are recommended by Asthma New Zealand

Awarded as a leading, iconic New Zealand brand

The Home Comfort Specialist

Friday 30 November 2018

The Weekend Sun

64

Y S! R R AY U H LD A N FI

OUTDOOR FURNITURE

SALE ON NOW!

Boston 5 Piece Setting - NOW $3199 Boston Table Only - NOW $1799

up to

20% OFF Artwood

NO

NOW $3199

Rhodes 6 Piece Dining & Lounging Setting

Artwood Tampa Chair

SAVE $120

NOW $2899

ONLY $399 Shelta 2.7m Fairlight Tilting Umbrella

O’bravia Fabric - 4 Year Fade Warranty

Costa Table + 2 Bench Seats

NOW $2999

NOW $2699

Costa 4 Piece Outdoor Lounge Setting Costa Table Only - NOW $1799

Shelta LED Light Cantilever

$1099