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Relax and let it go Warning: This column contains crude references to the human digestive process; crass and immature discussions of everyday bodily functions, and phrases and imagery that some may find offensive. So please read on, we take perverse pleasure in upsetting those who are easily offended.

The recent uproar over “breast milk” on sale has brought to the attention of previously disinterested people, the existence of an organisation called the Breastfeeding Authority.

Cosmetic Medicine

Ordinarily I would be very wary of wading into any breast milk conversation, however this was too tempting to ignore.

Don’t get me wrong. Breastfeeding is a beautiful and natural thing. And the BFA motto “for breastfeeding to become the cultural norm” is commendable. I thought it was the norm. Whatever, let’s support them all the way in this.

Most people are breastfeeding fans from a very young age. In fact, our research into the feeding habits of babies suggests that in the first years or so of life, breasts are all they think about. That all changes, of course, creating a dilemma for the male half of the species, with their discovery of an equally satisfying and fascinating key to the existence of mankind: The remote control.

Life-giving force

Our understanding of the importance of breastfeeding is nurtured with excellent education, such as the day at Tauranga Primary School in the 1960s when our room 12 class filed into the dingy historic building, the film room, to see a black and white documentary about the primitive and remote Sukanork tribe, somewhere in the jungles of the Titsabound province, where breastfeeding was an accepted and celebrated everyday part of life for all children until age 32 or being gored to death by a rampaging hippo; whichever came first.

The world over, breastfeeding is regarded as a special, life-giving force of nature.

There is nothing more warming to the soul than to see a group of mothers chatting and breastfeeding. We’re not sure if there’s a collective word for group baby feeding, so we’ll just call it “A Healthy Rack of Mothers”.

I can fully understand that there should be

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body here in Nuzzillion to nurture this vital link in the cycle of humanity.

It’s the labelling of this BFA organisation that warrants a closer look.

Here at RR we are fascinated that an organisation which concerns itself with bodily functions, would require a title as grandiose and imposing as “authority.”

We always believed an authority was a government-initiated and controlled body, for the purpose of making and enforcing bylaws and generally waving a big stick at Joe Public. Running train networks, hydroelectric power stations and forcing hydatid dosing of dogs. “Authority” has connotations of power, taxes, levies, control, influence and, if done well, the potential for corruption and bribery.

Does the Breastfeeding Authority actually have any authority? Or is this name a little too heavyweight, even draconian, for the promoting the simple and natural process of raising a child in the most natural and healthy way possible? The title suggests there is some sort of rule-making and monitoring involved.

Last time I looked (not that I actually looked, we are speaking figuratively) breastfeeding was one of those natural functions of the amazing human body that doesn’t, it seems, need any law-enforcing agency latched onto it (see what I did there?)

Which leads us to ponder, if breastfeeding needs an authority, maybe there are other natural bodily functions, vital to human existence, which should also have the backing of a fierce and unrelenting enforcement agency.

That is why we bring to your attention these authorities, which have been established to lobby, educate, legislate and enforce… the rights of individuals to pursue these natural bodily functions:.

The Flatulence Federation: Overseeing productive farting, essential to good health.

Motto: We’re right behind you.

Because FartFed is right behind you Self Flagellation Association: We won’t be beaten by anyone else.

Gall Bladder Bureau: Leaving no stone unturned.

The Ear Wax Expeditionary Elective.

Motto: Ear today, gone tomorrow.

Belly Button Fluff Response Squad.

All qualified at navel academy.

The Premature Ejaculation Collective.

Motto: Our Members Come First.

The Bottom Scratchers’ Outreach.

They only sit once a month.

Haemorrhoid Paranoid Party.

A sort of ‘Fellowship of the Ring’.

The Sideburn Development and Maintenance Coalition. Not to be confused with the Moustache Mafia.

Ambrose Everett Burnside was known for his distinctive facial hair. So much so that the term “sideburns” came from his last name.

The Fainters and Collapsers Conglomerate. Motto: We won’t take it lying down.

Nosepickers’ Dictatorial: Ensuring clear airways for Kiwis since 1822. Motto: Pick it, flick it. Mostly accessed online, since members prefer to operate digitally.

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Protect common language Soliciting signatures: The work never stops for Robin Bishop. Photo by Bruce Barnard.

Robin Bishop is a passionate opportunist.

As she lay back in the dentist’s chair, waiting for the anaesthetic to kick in, the wily campaigner hit up not only the dentist, but also his nurse and the receptionist for their signatures on her petition. She’s not one to let a chance go by.

Robin is the face and name behind the petition to have English legislated in New Zealand as an official language along with Te Reo and New Zealand Sign Language.

“Why does the Maori language enjoy special status when English, which is spoken by 96 per cent of all New Zealanders, is not?” she asks.

Robin simply doesn’t agree with sign language and Te Reo being enshrined in law with English “just jogging along and being taken for granted”.

“I do not take anything for granted. And when I tell people

about this out on the street they don’t believe it. Most people are ready to sign the petition.”

But not everyone. “Some young professional-looking women have told me they will think about it.”

Te Reo and sign language were given official protection because language revitalisation experts argue increasing the status of a language under threat improves its chances of survival.

“That’s fine, however, my petition is to safeguard our common tongue, English, against whoknows-what in the future.”

Robin says Spanish is threatening to take over from English as the most spoken word in the United States, indicating there may well be concern for the future of the language there.

“Mandarin is making inroads in New Zealand. Will that get protection too?”

Currently, Robin has perhaps a couple of thousand signatures.

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She throws down a folder of about three-dozen pages, each containing 20 signatures.

“I’m delighted with the response so far. But the job isn’t done.”

There is no cut-off point, no threshold of numbers. “I will do it well, not half-hearted. I have a responsibility to those who have signed.”

Tauranga MP and cabinet minister Simon Bridges has agreed to present Robin Bishop’s petition to Parliament.

The petition can be signed at U Save Variety at Greerton, H & N Automotive on Courtney Rd, Cameron Road Food Plus, Grey Power at the Historic Village, Greerton RSA, Hooked On takeaways at Matua, Olivea Anstis Hair Studio in Greerton, Don Bayliss Clothing in Te Puke and Mossop’s Honey Shop in Tauriko.

Or email your support to petition@inbox.com

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Flights back to normal after fault

All New Zealand flights were briefly grounded on Tuesday afternoon following a fault in the radar system.

Airways New Zealand reported there was an internal network failure, which saw all flights ground for about an hour.

The fault was reported about 2.15pm and Airways New Zealand expected all service operations to resume about 4.30pm.

Flights from Tauranga, Christchurch, Auckland and Wellington were affected.

Police chase ends in teen’s arrest

A teenager has been arrested after a chase involving a stolen ute in Tauranga.

The 17-year-old is facing a raft of charges in relation to a burglary of Whitehall Fruitpackers in Cambridge and other incidents in Tauranga, Hamilton, the wider Waikato and Auckland.

The 17-year-old alleged offender was arrested following a brief car chase in Otumoetai/Matua on Sunday.

He’s facing three counts of burglary, two of unlawfully taking a motor vehicle and one count each of unlawfully taking a push bike from Tauranga, unlawfully taking a motorcycle from Tokoroa and unlawfully taking a boat from the wider Waikato.

He’s also facing driving related charges.

Toddler stable after 9m train fall

NZ Transport Agency staff are investigating how a 19-month-old boy fell from a moving train at Driving Creek Railway in the Coromandel.

The toddler was sitting on his father's knee when he stood up, fell out of the train as it crossed a bridge, then plummeted nine metres down a mountainside last Saturday afternoon.

He suffered serious injuries and was airlifted to Auckland’s Starship Children's Hospital in a stable condition by Westpac Rescue Helicopter.

Library and Plunket to stay put

Tauranga City Council has resolved to keep ownership of Mount Maunganui Library and the Plunket centre, while selling or leasing part of the remainder of the block.

The Zespri block decision follows public consultation process. The 8000m2 site now occupied by Zespri, was the former Mount Maunganui Borough Council offices, built near the library and Plunket rooms that occupy the land on a perpetual peppercorn rental.

Described by some councillors as a win, win, win; it keeps the library and Plunket on council land, and frees the remainder of the block for lease or sale.

SunLive Comment of the Week Posted by The Caveman on the story: ‘Police chase ends in teen’s arrest’.

“Sorry, but it WILL be a wet bus ticket – and then ??? at it again....Oh he will be at it again. 3 months in a military prison would sort him out for life.

Hotpool therapy – Tauranga’s Hayden Roper and his battle with Wilson’s disease.

You expect him to burst out of that Hayden needed. He drove his cart into The couldn’t walk, talk or eat.

But his humour remained intact. When wheelchair and start shooting hoops. Weekend Sun to educate us about Wilson’s his brother commented copper was disease. Knowledge is understanding.

Because 28-year-old Hayden Roper looks quite valuable, Hayden said: “Well I’ve “And if you understand my problem then tall, 6ft 1inch or 6ft 2inch perhaps? – He got heaps”.This is not as easy as it seems you just might stop me in the street for a thrusts three awkward fingers at me. because Hayden articulates through an chat.” He craves socialising but Wilson’s Hayden’s 6’3’’– he could almost slam-dunk alphabet board – he scans the board to spell doesn’t make it easy. from the confines of that chair. out words letter by letter. It’s laborious and But it’s not the reality. Because a rogue Education frustrating. gene and a chemical element conspired And education might also mean that for And his vanity remains intact. The Sun against him. someone else, the disease might be recogtook a photo of Hayden in the hotpools – Hayden’s head is great – he’s smart, sharp nised early enough for treatment to make a head thrown back, mouth agape, shrouded and funny. But the body is knackered. “I difference. “I just don’t want anyone to go in steam and supported by two caregivers. feel trapped in it.” Except for a vice-like through what I’m going through.” handshake – and you can learn a lot about a In Hayden’s case it was a double whammy His story man from his handshake. So while this is a – struck by a rare genetic disorder, hepatoIt told the story. His mother Louise Roper seriously disabled man – he’s a good one. held the photo, smiled plaintively and lenticular degeneration syndrome affecting one in 30,000 people, which wasn’t picked remarked that: “Yes, it was the reality”.

Misfortune But Hayden didn’t like the reality, didn’t early enough.

Hayden has Wilson’s disease. “It has cost The chemical element copper can be a like the photo. The body is weak but the me my career, my independence and most friend assisting development of healthy mind is strong. “Is it because we can’t see of my friends.” your six pack Hayden?” asks brother Eddie. nerves, bones, and collagen, the main proThat’s a devastating stroke of misfortune tein in our connective tissue.

That eases the tension. for a young man with a career, a passion for So we chose another photo which also But copper can also be a deadly enemy. football and bodyboarding and an Outward Copper accumulates in people with Wiltells Hayden’s story.

Bound leadership course in the wind. son’s disease – often with a fatal outcome.

But what is Hayden’s reality, the reality his I litmus-tested the Sun Media newsIn Hayden’s case the stored copper lodged Mum talked about? room – what’s this disease that’s robbed a in his brain. And during three years a perTo read the full story, go to SunLive.co.nz good man of a chance at life? Everyone is fectly healthy, well-adjusted young man was and search ‘Living with Wilson’s disease’’.

By Hunter Wells oblivious. And that’s exactly the motivation living life between a bed and a chair and

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With three children, two dogs and a cat – as well as the Tauranga region’s animal welfare – to look after, describing SPCA inspector Anna Porteous’ life as “busy” is an understatement.

“My life is full, but I like my life being full,” she says.

Two months into the role, and the 31-year-old has already dealt with a high-profile case, when labrador shar pei cross Charity was thrown from the Wairoa Bridge earlier this month.

As the days go on, the work keeps rolling in with the animal welfare inspector watching over all creatures great and small.

“My daily routine involves responding to complaints people have made, so I’ll go out and inspect the properties,” she says of her daily routine.

“If it is a minor, I’ll chat to say to the owner, [by saying] ‘Hey, this is what you need to do’. Sometimes, if it’s a legal level, there’s things they must do and I’ll be back to recheck.

“Then there’s the more serious ones where I take the animal to get treated or to a safe place, and in that time I have legal custody.

And then there’s the paperwork side – it keeps me busy!”

A passionate supporter of animal welfare, Manawatu-born, Whanganui-raised Anna has been a long-time supporter of the SPCA, having worked as a volunteer and volunteer inspector at Te Kuiti, Thames and Feilding.

She also attended Massey University, where she studied veterinary sciences and clinical

sciences to “enhance the animal health side of things, because it’s linked to welfare”.

She lives with her husband Michael and their three sons, Maximum, six, Shepherd, five, and Atlas, four, halfway between Tauranga and Rotorua, where Michael works.

During her years involved with SPCA, she’s seen some horrific cases of mistreatment and neglect, but most times, she says, education is a crucial part of her role.

“Education and advice is a large part of what I do and why the SPCA as a whole does it. We have an officer who goes out into schools to explain to the children about how they should treat and respect their animals. If you can make kids aware, they grow up as more conscious adults.”

An avid animal-lover, the most challenging part of her role is, naturally, seeing irresponsible or cruel owners fail to come to justice.

“When you can’t get

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Tertiary campus agreement signed

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A document outlining the conditions for regional funding contributions to Tauranga’s next tertiary campus has been signed.

The signing of the Heads of Agreement for the Tauranga CDB Campus last Friday saw the key parties gather to recognise the work completed to date.

University of Waikato, Bay of Plenty Regional Council, Tauranga City Council and Tauranga Energy Consumer Trust have signed the agreement.

The project is a University of Waikato-led campus, to be shared with three other parties in the Bay of Plenty Tertiary Education Partnership: Bay of Plenty Polytechnic, Te

Wananga o Awanuiarangi, and Waiariki Institute of Technology. It’s expected to enhance the existing network of tertiary campuses in the region, providing purpose-built space for leading academics and researchers, postgraduate and undergraduate students, and for industry and community collaborations and commercialisation activities.

Courses will be developed to support the BOP economy, leading to an estimated 8000 tertiary students during a 17-year period.

The agreement sets out conditions for funding contributions – land from Tauranga City Council; and $15 million each from the BOPRC and TECT.

Wish4Fish founder Bryce Dinneen and Marble Bar duty manager Whitney Butler playing Texas hold’em.

Photo by Tracy Hardy.

Black Jack, Pontoon, Roulette, Texas Holdem Poker – whatever the game, residents are encouraged to put on their poker face and go all in to raise funds for Wish4Fish’s inaugural Charity Casino Night Out. Dig out the pearls, silk gloves and bow ties and dress to impress for the charity’s first casino night at ASB Arena, Baypark, on July 3, which will be MC’d by auctioneer Frank Vosper.

“The dress code is black, white and bling, or anything that will fit the casino theme,” says event

organiser Bryce Dineen. “There’s also prizes for the best dressed female and male.”

All funds raised at the event go to Wish4Fish, a charity offering people with intellectual and physical disabilities the chance to get out on the water and go fishing.

The charity runs competitions throughout the year to help fund its activities but during winter weather isn’t great for fishing.

“So to keep the momentum of the charity going we’re holding a Casino Fundraising Night.”

There’s an opportunity to play the card games or simply be part of the atmosphere, says Bryce.

“It’s just a fun night to get your friends together to raise some

money for the charity.”

The Wish4Fish Casino Fundraising Night Out is at ASB Arena, Baypark, on Friday, July 3, at Marble Bar in Gate Pa. A light supper will be provided, with a cash bar available and Marble Bar drink specials. Funny money will be available for purchase on the night.

Tickets cost $25 from the Marble Bar or by contacting Bryce on 021616601 or bryce@ wish4fish.co.nz Door sales start 6.30pm. The event begins 7pm, with cash-up and auction at 9.30pm.

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Talk water in community groups Do you have an interest in how water is used, allocated and valued? Do you want to get involved with adding your voice to the discussion?

Bay of Plenty Regional Council is setting up community groups in water management areas in Rangitaiki, Kaituna/Maketu and Pongakawa/Waitahanui catchments to help it make some important decisions about water in these areas, with similar work to roll out in other Bay of Plenty catchments from 2017/2018.

The groups will help identify community values for freshwater, set local limits for water quality and quantity and develop solutions for managing water catchments.

BOPRC chair Doug Leeder says the groups are part of work by his council to implement the Government’s National Policy Statement for Freshwater Management.

“The work includes setting allocation limits, managing over-allocation and ensuring water is used efficiently.

“We have some key challenges in managing freshwater quality and quantity, including how land is used and the effect of climate change on our region.

“We need the community’s help to plan for a sustainable and successful future.”

BOPRC is looking for people who have a close relationship with and understand the water sources in their area, can work well in a team and consider issues from multiple view-points.

“It’s likely to be a two-year commitment initially, so we’re looking for people who can be involved for the long term,” says Doug.

Those interested can visit www.boprc.govt.nz/freshwaterfutures. Expressions of interest close August 3.

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No pain, no gain If ever there was an incentive to push yourself to your absolute physical and mental limits, with gas masks and more than 2000 exercise repetitions thrown in, then Mount CrossFit athletes might have the answer.

On July 5 members will prepare to do it tough, yet smiling, for five-year-old James Reid, helping raise funds towards a $150,000 life-changing operation.

James, from Maketu, has spastic quadriplegia cerebral palsy, epilepsy and hydrocephalus, a blockage to the flow of cerebrospinal fluid. This means Sonja and Don Reid's little boy is unable to crawl or stand without support, and can only take assisted steps with great difficulty.

Event organiser and family friend Aaron Williams, also Maketu born and bred, saw how heavy hitting this is for the family. He wanted to put his hand up and help out through the sport he has known for the last four years.

Cruel, bordering on sadistic - call it what you will - but Aaron has created what he believes is the perfect workout to reflect the mental and physical challenges that James is going through.

In the Workout of the Day (WOD) Challenge, teams of up to four they will tackle more than 2000 repetitions of exercises, including slam balls, pull-ups and burpees, coupled with a 10km row, log carries, 1km lunge walk with gas masks and four tonne of lifts.

Envisaged to take between four and five hours, the workout will also enhance teamwork and team building.

“This will be the hardest workout that any

member has ever done,” quips the Tauranga Police Senior Constable.

“It’s not going to be easy because James isn’t doing it easy.”

The event has proved popular already, with 10 teams signalling their interest in the first 24 hours, although Aaron is hopeful about 30 teams will step up to the fundraising plate.

Mount CrossFit coach Luke McGruer is rumoured to do the full workout individually if club members can drum up $1000, while other coaches are doing it in pairs.

Either way, everyone is going to be pushing themselves to the limits and feeling the burn afterwards.

“James has limited mobility and I’m pretty sure come Monday all of the members will be feeling exactly the same.”

So far, more than $90,000 has been raised and the family is desperately hoping to reach their $150,000 target by September. To donate visit givealittle.co.nz/fundraiser/teamjameswalk or follow his Facebook page Team James Whatever It Takes.

The event is on July 5 at midday with teams of up to four of any level or experience able to enter at $100 per team.

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Big boys, Model A and romance Focusing on Tauranga’s amenities It’s a worry for Jim Smylie. “Yup, it is,” rues the very Rumpole-ish “gun for hire” – the Devonport Rd barrister.

And it’s a worry for a lot of his vintage car club mates. What will happen to the car? Who will get the car when he’s called away to the big scrapyard in the sky?

In Jim’s case the ‘worry’ is a 1930 Model A Roadster convertible coupe, which has been in the family 80 years.

Purring nostalgia

It’s 2500cc of sheer nostalgia and every bit as stylish and strong as the day it rolled off Henry Ford’s revolutionary production line in Detroit.

It purrs like a fat tabby on the open road, but steering this old cat is a wrestling match.

“It’s almost impossible to parallel park the bloody thing.” Jim’s worries aren’t immediate though – he reckons he’s got another 7000 adventures or 20 years’ motoring before he has to confront the issue.

“Because I won’t be selling.”

But everyone has their price. “It’s not for sale.

Money can’t buy it.” That’s an emotional attachment I can understand but could it be tested with serious dollars? The problem is Jim has no family

interested in caring for the old girl once he’s gone.

“The problem could be generational,” observes Jim. He’s cherished memories of his grandfather sweeping up the street in the Roadster and taking an excited boy for drives.

Love blossomed

The love started early and blossomed. “So it was a given the old man would pass the car over to me when it came time.” But Jim’s children aren’t so attached. “That’s probably because they’re the children of Toyota Coronas, HQ Holdens and PA Vauxhalls and the like.”

Jim’s dad bought the Model A in 1935, who in turn sold it to his father, or Jim’s grandad, in 1939.

It was almost lost to the family in the 1960s.

In a rash moment Grandad took the car into a Hamilton dealership and traded up. Two or three days later he returned and traded down again.

“He hated the new car. Just hated it,” says Jim. A grateful Jim, because just a few years later Grandad passed stewardship of the Model A into his hands.

“Been there ever since,” says a pleased Jim. He likes to give the car an outing most days.

To read the full story, go to SunLive.co.nz and search ‘Jim’s Roadster dilemma’.

Leading Tauranga businessmen and philanthropists are forming a new group to prioritise key civic amenities needed by the city and coordinate private funding needed to get them up and running.

Carrus Group’s Paul Adams is chair of the group, with founding members having strong track records in analysing,

developing and fundraising for major projects.

The main focus is establishing priorities to ensure projects are not competing with each other for key resources to get them over the line.Group members will be privately funding its activities and research.

By Hunter Wells

Bonded forever – Jim Smylie and his 1930 Model A Ford Roadster. Photo by Chris Callinan.

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All shapes, sizes and flavour buskers wanted Buskers, entertainers, street performers – lend me your ears and the 2015 NZ Mural Contest and Arts Festival your skills and talents!

Taking place from September 29 to October 4, it will be the fifth biennial festival organised

by Katikati Open-Air-Art Inc. Organiser Jacqui Knight says they’re concocting a great

programme of events but their dish needs one more ingredient – lunchtime entertainers.

“We’re looking for people to do some busking in the streets of Katikati from about 11am2pm,” says Jacqui. “Their role would be to help entertain the crowds, bring the people in and create a wonderful atmosphere.”

“I realise we’re a while a way from the festival, so even expressions of interest would be great and people can confirm closer to the date.”

Absolutely anyone and everyone with a desire to perform and the skills to entertain will be considered by organisers.

It’s important to note the festival doesn’t have the budget to pay buskers, but those keen will be welcome to put their hat out to collect donations.

At past murals festivals they’ve had clowns, musicians, belly dancing and ukulele groups – you name it, they’ve been there.

“It always just creates such a good atmosphere, regardless

of who the group is. It always makes people stop and watch and listen or participate,” says Jacqui.

“For the 2013 festival the sun shone for seven days and there was a real hum in Katikati, during the week thousands of people were out on the street soaking up the atmosphere, it was amazing.”

For more information contact festival organiser Jacqui Knight at info@katchkatikati.org.nz

By David Tauranga

Helping those who can’t help themselves It is often said that a measure of a society is how it looks after its most vulnerable. The Nationalled government is committed to aiding our most vulnerable citizens, to improve their lives and those of their families.

In our caucus and around the cabinet table, we are working hard at taking a fresh approach to long-standing social problems, including poor education and inter-generational welfare dependency.

We’re investing more than ever in education and in the areas that have been proven to have the greatest benefit. Budget 2015 included an extra $74.9 million for early childhood education, enabling more children to attend from an earlier age and for more hours. We’re also focused on breaking the cycle of long-term welfare dependency. Statistics show that children who grow up in a household with at least one parent receiving a benefit are more likely to end up on a benefit themselves.

One of our Better Public Service targets is to reduce the number of people continuously receiving Jobseeker Support for more than 12 months by 30 per cent, from 78,000 in April 2012 to 55,000 by June 2017. Focused on upskilling people and helping them into education, training and work is good for them, good for their children and, ultimately, good for the country.

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Let’s face it, the Government loves to take credit – for anything and everything it can. The All Blacks won the World Cup? The Government accepts your gratitude.

Births up? Deaths down? More or less birds migrating here there and everywhere? The Government would like to accept this award on behalf of…itself.

So, when I heard about the new strategy being implemented by Manukau Police in order to reduce the number of infringements on young Maori, I was instantly concerned this might be the Government pilot-testing a new scheme whereby it can take credit for reducing the number of driving infringements by simply failing to report them.

We must be particularly watchful of Government’s antics to skew statistics in order to portray strong, positive outcomes where there are none.

The Government mustn’t be allowed to lie to us about improvements to our society by simply failing to report them.

Ceasing to report offences doesn’t mean they stop happening, it just means we’ve lost track. And, if you can’t measure it, you can’t manage it.

Furthermore, if kept, this policy must be expanded to cover all youth.

The idea of not ticketing or fining for certain driving offences, if helpful for any youth, may then be said to be helpful for all disenfranchised youth – irrespective of their race or colour.

Read these columns in full at www.sunlive.co.nz

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Best of the fresh MasterChef sisters Kasey and Karena Bird help Tauranga Boys’ College hospitality students Caven Lane and Liam Ross-McAlpine prepare fresh produce for judging. Photo by Tracy Hardy.

Six Tauranga Farmers Market members are winners in the 2015 Farmers Markets New Zealand Food Awards, judged by 2014 MasterChef winners Kasey and Karena Bird of Maketu.

Pauline Alexander of Pahoia Fresh Produce is the winner of the Juiciest Stone Fruit category for the Tauranga-based business’ avocados, while Wyn and Chris Daniell of Harbourside Macadamias Katikati took the top prize in the tastiest nut products category with their macadamia liqueur, and Jim Pringle of MaKutchens NZ Ltd, Tauranga, has won the preserves section with probiotic

fermented vegetables.

Competition was so tough for the creamiest produce from the dairy section two winners were announced - Jill Whalley of Mount Eliza Cheese Ltd Katikati shares the title with Liz Mackay of Jersey Girl Organics, Matamata.

Maketu sisters Kasey and Karena judged the 116 entries from farmers markets nationwide during two days and were impressed with the quality and variety of entries and the passion and pride producers showed in their products.

Judging took place in the kitchen of Rex and Imedla Tucker, of Tucker’s Cornish Pasties in Tauranga, where Tauranga Boys’ College hospitality students Caven Lane and Liam RossMcAlpine prepared and cooked

produce for sampling.

Farmers Market New Zealand chair Maggie Asplet says the quality and diversity of entries shows the high standards of food on offer at farmers’ markets and winning an award is coveted by members.

“While the awards won’t be officially presented until the Farmers Market NZ conference in July, winners are notified IMMEDIATELY after judging so they can display information on their stalls and the public can enjoy award winning produce and products while they’re still available.”

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Surfing preparation made EZ-y A group of Aquinas College students believe they have changed the face of preparing to hit the waves after successfully devising a waterproof and sandproof casing for surfboard wax.

EZ Surf Culture took out first equal with an Otumoetai College team at the recent Bay of Plenty Dragons' Den final for the Young Enterprise Scheme.

The nationwide competition sees teams of Year 12 and 13 pupils set up a company to create and sell a product, including the finance and operations

side of the business. EZ Wax is wind up surf wax in a protective casing, allowing surfers to easily apply the wax without getting wax on their hands or have the hassle of sand and debris sticking to the wax. This is opposed to the traditional cardboard packaging.

The joint win came as a surprise to

Aquinas College students and EZ Surf Culture founders Lucas Piceno, Sean O’Neill, George Wood, Daniel Dennehy and Fergus Begley. Photo by Tracy Hardy the Year 12 group, team members Lucas Piceno, Sean O’Neill, George Wood, Daniel Dennehy and Fergus Begley, after forming just last term.

“We weren’t originally all together with Daniel and me in a separate group, but halfway through the first term we decided to leave our groups and go together,” says EZ Surf Culture finance director Lucas Piceno.

“Our teachers weren’t too happy at the time, but now we remind them of our achievements.”

Lucas says surfing was one of the things they all have in common and he put the concept forward after

hatching the idea during a summer on the waves.

Ordering some containers and wax from abroad, the boys turned their attention to melting the wax and fine tuning its make-up so it would slide out of the casing with no fuss.

They hit the nail on the head with their second prototype.

“It’s a new, innovative product that has never been done before, especially not in New Zealand,” says Lucas.

“And we thought there is such a big market, especially here in Mount Maunganui, as there are

so many surfers. It’s the perfect opportunity.”

Plans are now in place to increase their stock from 60 to more than 1000 before taking the product to the surfing industry. However, interest is already building, says Lucas.

“We were really stoked to win and it’s a real confidence boost for the rest of the year.”

Buoyed by their success, EZ Surf Culture’s next plan is to make it to the Young Enterprise Scheme national awards in Wellington this December.

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The handover – Papamoa Facebook page manager Rosalie Crawford, log owner Yo Roberts and food parcel organiser John Skerritt.

The Papamoa log is his to do with what he will.

But Tauranga businessman Yo Roberts has no intention of uplifting this local icon, no intention of removing it from the beach.

The massive soggy log will stay in situ until the tides and the weather decide otherwise.

In fact, as Yo took possession, his latest acquisition was disappearing into the sand and sea. “I will let nature do its thing.”

This wasn’t about acquiring assets. “I am, very happy to leave it there, leave it as it is.

“It’s more to do with charity. It’s a good charity and I thought why not?”

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Yo bid $150 for the log and won it.

He said he was happy to match people dollar for dollar up to $500.

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“There’s a lot of need out there,” says the church’s property manager John Skerritt. “Much more need than I thought there was.”

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Appreciating the Bay’s valued volunteers One the quirk of our modern lives is how time-poor we appear to be. We always seem to be rushing from one event to the next, diaries filled with personal and professional obligations.

Like no other generation before, alternative calls on our time crowd in on us, each trying to outbid each together for our resources.

Often these causes have a ‘week’ associated with them to give extra focus. This week is no exception, its National Volunteer Week in NZ. I think this week should be the preeminent cause of our community, because

all good works and social purpose – no matter how large or small – are only enabled by local people choosing to care, prioritise their time, to volunteer.

Acknowledging those who volunteer is important to me and something I try to do wherever I can. There are thousands of you out there. Thank you for all you do in making our community a special place.

Our community farewelled Tracy Rea last Thursday, one of our volunteering thousands – her passion, beyond her own special family, was focused on the very youngest of our society. May her example continue to inspire.

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Weathering the Storm In Whanganui this week we have floods.

The weekend before in Wellington, wild waves closed roads on the southern coast. This has happened before. But what was telling for me was a media interview with the Mayor of Wellington, who talked about the need to think differently about the viability of coastal settlements in that location, given the climate change trends that are playing out before our eyes.

All around the world we are seeing wild weather. This has long been predicted as man's increasing impact on our world changes the balance in our atmosphere, oceans and climate.

Sea levels are rising. Here in Tauranga, recordings from Moturiki Island, off Mount Maunganui, show sea levels there have risen 11cm since 1950, an average rise of 1.9mm a year, which matches the average global increase.

Combine this with the increased intensity and frequency of storms, and our coasts and coastal settlements will be increasingly at risk.

Read this column in full at www.sunlive.co.nz

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A new international fitness trend that sees clients hanging upside down and moving their body with the aid of an aerial hammock has opened its inaugural studio in the Bay of Plenty.

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Float Fitness owner and director Louise Kirkham describes the aerial feat, titled AntiGravity Fitness, as a mix of gymnastics, Pilates, yoga and acrobatic movements inspired by the Cirque du Soleil.

The movements are designed to give your body a deeper stretch, particularly achieved through inversion or hanging upside down while

Photo by Tracy Hardy.

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The programme is the creation of Christopher Harrison, a US director, acrobat, choreographer and dancer, who has been involved in various stage shows including Broadway, Academy Awards, 2002 Winter Olympics and the Grammys. He developed the AntiGravity Fitness method after seeing the improvements in his own dancers.

He used it as a warm-up and cool down for his performance troupes and was so amazed to see the number of injuries drop, and decreases in time needed for rehabilitation, he spent nine years developing the fitness programme.

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sit-ups in a row, you can do it,” says Louise. “We measure you in and the hammock sits around your waist as you perform the poses.”

Those with a fear of heights, fear not, because while the hammock is in the air, it’s no more than one metre or so off the ground, and the specially designed apparatus, only used by Cirque and AntiGravity Fitness, can hold up to 450kg – the weight of a baby elephant.

“It’s a lot of fun,” says Louise, who trained to become a certified AntiGravity fitness instructor last year in Australia. She’ll be returning overseas to further her education, before heading to the birth place, New York, following that.

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Society set to rock Otumoetai Intermediate band Society of Six will perform alongside 16 groups at the Smokefreerockquest 2015 Bay of Plenty regional final tomorrow. Photo by Tracy Hardy.

After hours of rehearsals and a last-minute name change, all that’s left now for Otumoetai Intermediate School band Society of Six is to rock the stage – and rock it well.

They will be the youngest of 17 bands competing at the Bay of Plenty regional final of the Smokefreerockquest 2015 on at Baycourt tomorrow.

Making up Society of Six are Year 8 students Flynn McLaughlin, Sloane McNamara, Isabelle Karl, Elena Broadfoot,

Jahvis Stantiall and Emily Ardern, who met through the school’s music academy programme.

Lead singer Emily says when the band heard about the competition they all thought it would be cool to give it a go.

“This is our first competition as a band so I hope we have a pretty good chance,” says Emily.

“We will give it all our best and that’s all we can really do.”

When it comes to songwriting they all pitch ideas and work on songs together, with Emily on lyrical duties. At the regionals they’ll perform two original songs – ‘Burn Bright’ and ‘Help You Out’. “‘Burn Bright’ is about letting

your light shine through and not caring what others think, while ‘Help You Out’ is about remembering that if you’re feeling sad you’re not alone.”

While Society of Six would love to win, they’re also in it for the long haul and know the longer they jam together the more they’ll grow as a band.

“It’s a school thing now but who knows where it will go; we all have big aspirations as musicians.”

The BOP Smokefreerockquest regional final is at Baycourt tomorrow night from 7pm. Tickets cost students $10, adults $20 from Ticketek or on the door.

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Birthday blessings – the gift of life As Get Smart Tauranga Charitable Trust’s Street Help van turns 24, there’s much to celebrate.

For more than two decades, the team and their dedicated volunteers have been helping the city’s youths overcome their struggles with drugs, alcohol and mental health concerns.

Chairman Grant Andrews has seen many troubled and struggling teens during the 10 years he’s been part of the Street Help team. And while he thinks conditions are improving around town – in part thanks to the recently development of the modernised Strand – they’ve still got a long way to go.

“I’d be happy if I thought they didn’t need us anymore, but somehow I don’t think that’s ever going to happen. We still see about 40 to 50 youths a night. But if we can help one person a night, it makes it all worthwhile.

The Street Help van runs every Friday and Saturday night, 10pm-3am, with groups of three to six volunteers.

Roaming around the suburbs, usually ending up in The Strand area by morning, they take to the streets of Tauranga to offer food and beverages to wayward youth, predominately those who are intoxicated from a big night out.

“Most teens are fairly grateful for us being there,” says Grant.

“One of the greatest rewards I get is rescuing these young men and women who are getting themselves into trouble.”

The mantra “right place, right time” has rung true on more than one occasion for the van volunteers, providing the muchneeded support on the streets that has even saved lives.

“Once the van turned down a route they wouldn’t normally take and came around the corner to see a young woman standing in the middle of the road.

“When they pulled up next to her, she said: ‘I hoped you were a truck because I was going to step in front of it.’ So the team put her in the van, gave her something to eat and drink, and took her home. You hope it was a positive outcome from their intervention.”

While a number of their clients are one-offs, Grant hopes Street Help is having an impact on the next generation, and it’s always encouraging when he and the team hear from youths they’ve helped.

“Some will come back a few years down the track or message

Get Smart chairman Grant Andrews has been helping youths on the Tauranga streets with a pic, a hot beverage and a chat for 10 years.

Photo by Tracy Hardy.

us on Facebook and tell us what they’ve been doing.

It’s always nice to hear someone say: ‘You intervened here and now here I am’.”

Founded in 1991 by Reverend Fergus Hume, who passed away last month at 103, Get Smart was established as a good samaritan, Christian-based service to combat the growing drug and alcohol problem within the community.

As well as the Street Help van, they provide education and counselling services to parents and students, aged 13 to 24, for drug and alcohol problems and mental health issues such as suicide.

“A lot of clients are sent to us on probation, but a lot are self-referrals too,” Grant tells. “We have one young guy come in, 18 he is, and he brings his mother with him. You know, a lot of these problems can be generational – the kids see the

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parents getting sloshed two or three times a week and it becomes the new normal for them.

“We are so quick to judge these young people as a society, but their world is all they know, they are completely alienated from what is ‘normal’.”

Grant began as a volunteer, and 10 years later still goes out on night runs with the other volunteers. He hopes more Christian volunteers will come forward to help with their street work – being a night owl is a must – but also implores that society needs to be more proactive.

“If you see something, do something. It all starts with the neighbour next door. You can’t think it’s not your problem.”

For more information on Get Smart’s services, or to sign up as a volunteer, visit getsmarttga.org.nz

By Laura Weaser

The perfect new puppy for you My name is Nikita and I’m a three-month-old female beardie-cross.

I came to the SPCA with my six brothers and sisters after we were found in the bush in a box, miles from anywhere. Too small to be away from our mum, we’ve been at wonderful SPCA foster homes getting extra special care and attention so we can return here to find ourselves new loving forever homes. We’re lovely puppies with great personalities who will make wonderful family pets.

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Winter mishaps a frosty reminder Henry Ford once said: “Chop your own wood and it will warm you twice”.

But for more than 720 Bay of Plenty residents this has proved a risky business, according to injuries reported to the Accident Compensation Corporation.

These people are part of the 992 Bay residents who lodged claims with ACC for winter-related injuries during 2014.

Chopping and stacking firewood resulted in 729 claims, costing ACC a total of total of $618,696. Nationwide there were 7242 firewood claims, costing $6.68 million.

The figures come after the nation’s

temperatures dipped this week, with -1 at Whakatane Airport, -2 in Kawerau and a low of -19.8 at Pukaki aerodrome near Twizel.

Skiing led the way among the Bay’s winter sporting mishaps with 66 incidents costing $92,143, followed by ice skating’s 53 accidents with a price tag of $29,271, and snowboarding’s 48 mishaps totalling $52,185.

Accidentally placing hands on heaters, a burnt buttock on a heater, and falling asleep by a heater causing a superficial burn were heater/fireplace related claims – with 82 in the Bay of Plenty costing $23,165.

Slipping on ice was the least damaging injury with just 14 costing $21,189.

These injuries include; “slipped on ice and

landed on knee”, “cut chin after falling on ice”, and “fell down icy steps, landing on lower back”.

Nationwide skiing resulted in 7608 claims on the list, and cost ACC the most money, with a total of more than $13m. Ice skating claimed more than 1500 injuries.

Curling also accounted for 31 injuries. One claimant “did not let go of curling bowl properly and felt something pull in my shoulder”, while another lunged forward while curling and hurt their calf.

Among non-sporting injuries, 21 were “scarf-related”, including someone whose scarf ripped a piercing, and another who

got tangled themselves in a scarf while bouncing on a trampoline.

Hypothermia accounted for 18 and frostbite a further six.

By Luke Balvert

A watch-ing way to get fit There are a number of very good reasons behind the worldwide growth in techno watch sales.

The usual suspects, such as Apple, are at the forefront, and new players, including Fitbit, are reporting phenomenal sales growth.

I purchased my Fitbit Charge Hr from a local electronics shop for less than $200, and it’s a comfortable, lightweight watch which comes in three different colours.

I downloaded the free app, charged my Fitbit, went through an easy joining process and now I can see my steps, heart rate, kilometres travelled, gradient climbed and calories burned.

This data streams onto my iPhone and computer in numerical and graph form, and includes my sleep patterns.

Every 24 hours, it begins another cycle and you can look back at past statistics.

One of our big pushes, particularly those with pre- and existing diabetic conditions, is to get people to become more active and regularly get their heart rate up into a higher zone by doing short bursts of high intensity exercise at their own level of fitness.

At a glance, people can see what their heart rate is on their watch, and the day’s graph of highs and lows on their smartphone or computer.

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Bring back those bread-filled moments You’ll remember the aroma from your childhood memories – the smell of fresh bread wafting through the house.

The recipe comes from ‘GlutenFree Recipes in 30 Minutes’.

The book is available from www.exislepublishing.co.nz and wherever good books are sold.

RRP $24.99.

And with soups, stews and casseroles bubbling on the stovetop at this time of year it’s the perfect occasion to accompany these hearty meals with some good ol’ homemade bread.

Basic sandwich bread is easy to prepare – and if you thought going glutenfree would mean saying goodbye to your favourite, think again.

This recipe delivers a classic sandwich bread that’s perfect for all your old standbys.

Basic Sandwich Bread

Ingredients: 3 cups gluten-free all-purpose flour 3 Tbsp sugar 2 tsp instant dry yeast 1¼ tsp salt 1¼ tsp xanthan gum 1 cup warm milk ½ cup unsalted butter, at room temperature 3 eggs Non-stick cooking spray Method: In a large bowl using an electric hand mixer or in the bowl of your stand mixer, combine the flour, sugar, yeast, salt, and xanthan gum.

With the mixer running, add milk in a thin stream and mix

until the dough comes together.

Add butter and beat to mix well.

Add eggs one at a time, mixing thoroughly after each addition.

With the mixer set on high, beat the mixture for three minutes, until the batter is very smooth and thick.

Cover the bowl with a clean dish towel and let it rise in a warm spot on the kitchen bench for one hour.

Spray a loaf pan with cooking spray and scrape the dough into it, deflating the dough in the process.

Flatten the top of the dough with a spatula or your hand.

Use the cooking spray to oil a piece of plastic wrap, then cover the pan with it. Let the dough rise in a warm spot on your kitchen counter for about one hour, until the dough rises over the top of the sides of the pan.

Preheat the oven to 170 degrees Celsius. Bake the bread until the top is golden brown, about 40 minutes. Cool the bread on a wire rack before slicing.

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Formerly Dunkley’s Great

NZ Craft Show, the new show directors, Jakkii Goody and Hayden Roberts, breathe new life into the world of craft.

In its 32nd year, their longevity means a lot to the event’s artisans, since they establish a long following year after year and create new customer relationships.

They see the show as a valuable opportunity to access new markets and help grow an awareness, and also an appreciation of craft in New Zealand.

Business manager JayJay Kettle, With the joy of discovering with directors Hayden Roberts new products, show-goers also and Jakkii Goody. have the opportunity to discover the latest crafting products, ideas and trends from an array of handmade talents including cake decorators, artisanal food, fashion, jewellery, ceramics, wood, visual art, metal and wool.

The show aims to inspire, delight and entertain visitors with craft workshops, demonstrations and cake classes.

Meet the makers, and learn the stories and inspirations behind their creativity – an absolute experience that can’t be bought online.

The show is at ASB Baypark Stadium on June 26-28 from 10am-5pm.

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A local pharmacy where everybody knows your name

My Pharmacy Papamoa Plaza pharmacist Ben Van den Borst.

It’s been a busy time since Ben Van den Borst and his team completed the re-branding and redevelopment of My Pharmacy Papamoa Plaza.

The pharmacy’s beauty team, led by Tessa Hayson, has been flat out with Bella Vi cosmetics consultations and advising customers on their various skincare ranges.

The pharmacy’s natural health consultants, Helen Clough and Angela Picken, are extremely knowledgeable and have extensive range of quality products and options, says Ben. “Our aim is to support our patient’s health and wellbeing and hopefully keep us all fit, healthy and strong.”

Ben, with his other pharmacists Michelle Speirs and Rebecca Lukey,

has also added new professional pharmacist services this year.

“As well as our general medicine management and advice, Michelle and Rebecca are accredited vaccinators who offer various vaccinations,” says Ben. “We are now also working with our local doctors and nurses to manage our patient’s warfarin regimes. It’s a fantastic service which our warfarin patients are absolutely loving.”

Ben wants his customers to proudly say: ‘This is My Pharmacy’.

“They know and trust my staff and we know them. Our customers know My Pharmacy is friendly, always available for professional advice and support and supports our families and the Papamoa community.”

Ben says it’s an exciting time in Papamoa, with a real positivity flowing from the community.

“Our regular customers and visitors alike are loving visiting our new store and are genuinely excited to see how

Sweets and treats with the taste of Britain To satisfy those British cravings, Pommies’ Ltd grocery shop in Papamoa offers affordable sweets and treats imported directly from Great Britain.

Shop owner Jane Dell says the grocery shop at Reynolds Place has all your authentic British groceries and much more.

“We have something for everyone at affordable prices.”

Jane says since opening its doors in 2013, Pommies’ Pommies’ Ltd grocery shop stock range, customer base and in Papamoa offers English commercial customers have grown significantly. treats at good prices.

For shoppers who like the convenience of online shopping, Pommies’ website is open all hours, taking payments via PayPal. “Place your order by 2pm and it will be dispatched the same day,” says Jane.

Pommies’ is proud to have supported local charities and fundraising events.

Bring a copy of this advertisement to Pommies’ shop and receive a five per cent discount when you spend more than $40 until June 25.

Pommies’ shop is also home to Bay Tutoring, which offers quality tuition.

Visit the store for more details.

Papamoa: a supportive community that’s on the rise well received and well attended, striking on a chord that our community has rallied upon.

The Santa Parade, Teddy Bears Picnic, the Polar Plunge and the upcoming Pedal Papamoa have been rallying points for our community to come together in shared experiences.

Papamoa has many opportunities to become involved in community activities, from activities as diverse as ‘It’s OK to ask for help’ campaigns through the Papamoa Support centre, the Santa Parade, Lions market days, Papamoa Surf Lifesaving Club, Papamoa

The Papamoa Polar Plunge held recently shows what great heart there is in our rapidly expanding “slice of paradise”.

About 500 locals took a dip in an attempt to win $2000 for their local community group, while the winners and the best dressed took home the dollar prizes, plus loads of spot prizes.

And the sense of community created by this shared experience will be talked about for a long time to come.

Papamoa Unlimited has now delivered a number of events for our community which have been

Progressive Association – the options are as many as you can imagine.

The Papamoa Progressive Association holds the monthly meeting at Gordon Spratt Reserve to meet our TCC Ward councillors, with the next meeting on Monday, July 13.

Here, councillors Steve Morris and Rick Curach will debate the pros and cons of ward councillors in Tauranga City.

As part of a wider issue of effective representation of the community at the council table, this meeting will provide the opportunity to ask those curly questions you’ve always wanted to ask those in the halls of council – see you there.

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Helpers needed for hospital As the country marks National Volunteers Week, the Tauranga Hospital is seeking helpers of its own.

A thanksgiving celebration for current Bay of Plenty District Health Board volunteers team at Tauranga Hospital this week doubled as an opportunity for others wanting to become volunteers to find out more.

BOPDHB chief operating officer Pete Chandler has many thanks for their current volunteers.

“Volunteers are so valued by patients and staff because they do the little extras the busy staff want to do but are so busy they can’t.

“Things like sitting down for a chat, reading the newspaper or helping with a phone call.

“Volunteer roles being instigated include grannies and grandpas for the Children’s Ward to sit with children while their minder has a break.”

Pete says hospital guides have just been introduced on the second floor to help patients find their way to the right clinic.

“The guides will be extended through the hospital in time to compliment the friendly welcoming faces of the new concierges in the main entrance.”

As result, BOPDHB volunteer coordinator Lesley Grant says more volunteers are being sought. People can volunteer for as little or as long as they like.

If you are interested in becoming a volunteer, contact Lesley Grant on 07 579 8650 or visit their website, www.bopdhb.govt.nz

“The older you get, the more you realise that kindness is synonymous with happiness” – Lionel Barrymore.

This quote reminds me of a very kind neighbour I have. She’s often doing little things for those around her that are wrapped in kindness and gentleness. She’s also a great gardener. The other day I bought a small palm and was explaining to her that I intended to plant it in the backyard. A few days later she came and quietly asked if I’d like her to plant it for me. That little act of kindness created a lovely conversation and a shared activity as we planted it together. It’s not necessary to do big things for others; it can be the little acts of kindness that bring so much happiness.

Have you recently received a kindness you very much appreciated – and might there be something similar you could pass on to another?

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Take One Day challenge this July Eight-year-old Te Paea Rameka bravely faced each day of her battle with cancer, enduring 32 days of radiation treatment, 55 days of chemotherapy and hundreds of injections and countless other procedures.

“There are so many ways you can challenge yourself on one day this July,” says Delwynne.

“In past years we’ve had people hold collection during a dress-up day at work or school, give up coffee or another treat and donate proceeds or ask customers for a gold coin donation.”

Te Paea, one of CCF’s 2015 ambassadors, recently finished her treatment for a Medulloblastoma brain tumour that The Child Cancer Foundation is calling on was diagnosed in September 2013.

Bay of Plenty residents to participate in its At age seven, she began getting One Day Challenge in July, to raise funds headaches at school. Following tests the for brave children fighting cancer and family was ambulanced from Kaitaia their families.

Hospital to Whangarei Hospital where “Everyone can get involved, be it the tumour was identified via a CT scan. individuals, groups, workplaces, clubs or From then, “things were a blur” for schools,” says Child Cancer Foundation mum Arerina Rameka and Te Paea, with Lakes and Bays business development an immediate transfer to Auckland’s manager Delwynne Hahunga.

Starship Children’s Health hospital “It’s as easy as selecting a fundraising and into the operating theatre to relieve challenge and then choosing a day in the pressure on Te Paea’s brain.

July to acknowledge the challenges that “I guess I was in shock, one minute children, like Te Paea, face every day.” we were at the doctor’s, then the hospital, Delwynne says three Kiwi children are then onto a helicopter and then in another diagnosed with cancer each week and at hospital in a different city with about 20 any time CCF is supporting more than 500 people in the room with us and then Te families with children fighting the disease.

Paea was taken into the operating theatre,” For the fourth annual event, people may like to take part in a group challenge Cancer sufferer and says Arerina. with workmates or friends, donate a foundation ambassador “Everything just happened so fast.”

The foundation receives no direct percentage of profits from a service, gain Te Paea Rameka. government funding, so relies on the sponsorship for giving up something for generosity of Kiwis to support its work. the day or hold a mufti-day at school.

Balance is key to a healthy lifestyle I was recently quoted saying: “Health isn’t rocket science, we just need balance”.

If you’re struggling with a health issue or wanting to lead a healthier lifestyle, then consider these words.

Sometimes you do need to be a rocket scientist to decipher messages about health – and to decide if the current research that says something is bad, is better than the old research saying that thing was good – but keep it simple.

If you stood on the side of the road and asked every person who walked past to tell you one thing they could do to live a healthier lifestyle, I’m pretty sure every person would tell you something that was correct.

Write down now, three things you could do to improve your health. See, it’s not rocket science! So you have your simple list, perhaps it says: “Exercise more, eat more vegetables and smile more often”.

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The key is not to go overboard to do these things.

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Don’t turn vegetarian if you love meat, that’s not balance. Don’t become a clown by thinking you have to smile at every single person you see every single day, because you wrote it on your list!

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Generosity and vital assistance recognised The generosity of spirit exhibited by many volunteers working in our communities is not always publicly celebrated as it should be – and Volunteer Western Bay of Plenty wants to change that.

In recognition of their work, volunteers Jan Caudwell of the Bay of Plenty Multiple Sclerosis Society and Lois Whiting of the New Zealand Red Cross were presented with Volunteer WBOP Quarterly Volunteer Awards at a Volunteer Appreciation Lunch at

Historic Village this month. Jan Caudwell’s role with Multiple Sclerosis Society sees her travel from Katikati to Tauranga every Thursday to assist with physiotherapy classes for the society’s members.

Multiple Sclerosis BOP field worker Cheryl Standring says Jan has been supporting BOPMS Society for more than two years and her generosity, stability and commitment is greatly appreciated.

“We’re totally dependent on volunteers like Jan because withCouncillor Catherine Stewart, out them we could not run these with award recipients Lois classes, which are vital to people Whiting and Jan Caudwell and with MS and Huntington’s Councillor Matt Cowley.

Disease.”

Helping Bay migrants net ACE awards English Language Partners NZ, a non-profit organisation that helps migrants adjust to their new country, has won the Adult and Community Education Provider of the Year award for 2015.

Manager of the local English Language Partners Centre in, Philippa Cairns, says the organisation has been providing services for migrants and refugees for more than 30 years. The service is available all over NZ in 22 centres, offering a free language service to refugees and migrants.

More than 7000 learners are assisted each year, receiving a one-

to-one home tutor service from a pool of more than 2300 trained volunteer ESOL tutors, or attend group classes.

Philippa says the award is a fantastic recognition of a huge amount of work put into the migrant community from a large group of dedicated volunteer and paid tutors. In the Tauranga area, ELP offers one-to-one home tutoring, group classes and now some full-time classes helping low level learners to gain a national qualification.

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and the community-based focus of the service has been hugely successful. The award was presented to the organisation’s chief executive by ACE Aotearoa in Wellington last week at an official ceremony at Te Papa in Wellington.

Tutor Alexis Ferguson and student Younghee An.

Lois Whiting has been the backbone of the success of the Red Cross Red Rose Day in Tauranga for the last 15 years.

Tauranga Red Cross programmes coordinator Heather Dabrowski says Lois is a highly regarded member of their volunteer team and is very deserving of the award and acknowledgement.

“Lois is hard working, funny, kind,

skilled, patient, reliable and committed.

“Quite simply, she is a gem and we count ourselves very fortunate that she’s chosen to volunteer her time and energy to Red Cross.”

Anyone interested in volunteering can contact Volunteer WBOP on 07 571 3714 or via their website www.volunteerwbop.com

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Rewarding Western Bay of Plenty’s volunteers The search is on for Tauranga’s hard-working volunteer groups, with entries still open for the Trustpower Community Awards.

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In today’s busy, digital world, it is more important than ever to connect with other people and volunteering is the perfect way to enrich your life and the lives of others.

This is certainly evident in the volunteer organisations that I work with in a legal capacity and those individuals who I work alongside at the Cambodia Charitable Trust.

The theme of this year’s National Volunteer Week is: “There is a place for you to volunteer” or “he wahi mohou hei tuao”.

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Last year’s winner was Tauranga’s own Good Neighbour Aotearoa Trust, which represented the region at the Trustpower National Community Awards, presented by John Paine and Campbell Hill, in Wellington in March.

Since returning from the nationals, Good Neighbour Aotearoa Trust have implemented a free community day in Brookfield, an idea they picked up at this event.

Trustpower Community Relations representative Jess Somerville says National Volunteer Week on June 21-27 is another opportunity to take note of the hundreds of volunteers working behind the scenes.

“Now it’s the community’s chance to say ‘thanks’ to these volunteers who work hard for the community. Why not make nominating your good deed during this awareness week?

“It takes less than five minutes to enter a voluntary group, but it will make a real difference to the volunteers you’re recognising.”

Anyone can enter a voluntary group for the awards and groups can also enter themselves.

Trustpower has more than $5000 to give away in this year’s awards.

The 2015 Supreme Winner will represent the district at the Trustpower National Community Awards in Dunedin next March.

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Giving time and making a difference

Empowering the people: Citizens Advice chairperson Richard Cox and interviewers Ngaire Foote and Sue Walsh.

“It’s especially nice to see people leave the bureau happier than when they came in.”

That’s Richard Henry Cox, chairperson of the Tauranga Citizens Advice Bureau. That’s how he introduced himself – Richard Henry Cox. By my assessment, he’s an ebullient, charismatic beanpole of an octogenarian; by his reckoning he’s a “cantankerous mean old bastard”.

“Oh, and they’re certainly more empowered than when they came in”, is an afterthought on his Citizens Advice Bureau clients.

So, a simple question for Richard Henry: Why would anyone want to be one of the minimum 16 new advisors the bureau is recruiting? After all, that’s why he has agreed to talk to me.

Hunting wise people

The question was a starter for 10, but a Cleeseesque Richard Henry scratches nervously, criss-crosses uncontrollably and claws at a whiskered chin. He wants to make a good pitch for CAB in its hunt for wise, sensitive people, who are willing to give up their time, but is searching for the perfect words.

“The satisfaction of helping. Knowing if someone needs help, then you can and will help. The satisfaction of providing all the options for someone to make good choices. It’s lovely working here and we see it all.”

“See it all”? Like what exactly? The Weekend Sun is about to stoop to shamelessness and talk of genitalia, so we advise use of the parental lock system.

Richard Henry has slipped into Basil Fawlty mode, seamlessly sliding off his seat onto his 87-year-old knees to tell a story, arms flailing like a wind turbine and hooting with laughter.

“A woman advisor is in consultation with a male client when the door bursts open and she is herding him off the premises and yelling ‘Get out, get out!!’”

The client wasn’t seeking advice – rather an opportunity – and had obscenely exposed himself to her. When the advisor regained her composure, she asked how the bureau should classify the unseemly consultation. Richard Henry suggested “weights and measures would cover it”.

He’s back on the 87-year-old dodgy knees in paroxysms of laughter. Then, just as quickly, Richard Henry is into an interesting observation after many years of reflection. “I think women are still second class citizens in this country.” We have definitely refocussed our conversation. “I like advocacy work and

when women can’t get satisfaction from a service provider I get help to get it done. Women often ask why it takes a man to get involved before things happen.

It’s not an unusual question and I wonder myself.”

Making things happen

Making things happen is something the Tauranga Citizens Advice Bureau is good at. In fact, the organisation made things happen for desperate citizens 11,169 times last year, which equates to a 10th of the population. That’s a lot of people and their problems.

Relationship issues were foremost, followed by work issues, consumer and rental housing concerns. Neighbourhood problems were up there too.

Then, there was one anxious woman who rang because her daughter wanted to transgender.

“What the hell and who the hell?” says Richard.

This one had him stumped. However, he rang The Salvation Army, who put the mother in touch with a Hamilton woman who’d already transgendered.

“Couldn’t get better advice than that. And no, I don’t know what happened.”

But it wasn’t peoples’ problems, more a sense of fairness and justice that drew Richard Henry into the work of CAB 17 years ago. “I might be a cantankerous old bastard” – and a very personable and funny one at that – “but I don’t like to see people suffer.”

“We want to ensure people don’t suffer through the ignorance of their rights and responsibilities or of the services available, or their inability to express their needs effectively.”

And for his part Richard Henry says, “If a job needs doing I will do it and if someone needs help I will help. Anyone and anything.”

He is as good as his word, willingly donating more of his time each week than you and I get paid for.

He might think he’s a “bastard”, but he’s good to the core. Like all those around him. Tauranga can be grateful for Richard Henry Cox and his like.

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If you’re interested in training with the Citizens Advice Bureau, call 07 578 1592 or email cab.tauranga@xtra.co.nz

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Franchising – What to do and not to do As the region’s most recognised franchise lawyers, Harris Tate are frequently asked similar questions from prospective franchisees and franchisors.

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The peace of mind with trauma insurance The big ‘C’ – no one wants to talk about it but everyone in NZ knows someone or knows of someone who has been affected by cancer.

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If the thought of a Trauma insurance is loved one or yourself often called critical illbeing diagnosed with ness insurance or a type cancer is not bad enough, of recovery insurance. how do you continue to You should consider pay the bills when all of it a living insurance – a sudden you’re forced because payments are out of work to undergo available when you’re treatment? diagnosed with a severe Your loved ones will want to be by your side – medical condition comso how do they continue pared to life insurance, which requires you in most instances to pass away to pay the bills without before beneficiaries are able to claim. income?

Taking out trauma insurance provides peace of mind in knowing if you were diagnosed with a form of cancer, stroke, or other condition you and your family or wouldn’t suffer financially.

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Te Puke’s 2015 business awards open for nominations Nominations are open for the ninth annual Te Puke Business Excellence Awards, with people encouraged to enter the process of recognising and honouring the many businesses doing a great job of serving the Western Bay of Plenty community.

Facilitated by the Te Puke Economic Development Group, individuals can nominate businesses in five categories: food and beverage, retail, service,

agricultural/horticultural/industrial, new emerging business and employee.

Nominations can be made at www.tepukebusinessawards.nz by July 24.

The awards, judged independently, will be announced at a function on October 2 at Kiwi360, with Greg Murphy as guest speaker.

To pre-book contact Lydia on 07 573 6772 or email lydia@tepuke.co.nz

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Nanna jumps her ‘bucket list’ over Tauranga Daredevils know no fear.

And in Jean Barker’s case, they know no age.

She celebrated her 90th birthday one day, skydived the next, then sneaked in a quiet Monday to “get over it all”.

“The scariest part is when they throw the door open at 10,000 feet and the wind rushes in.”

Tauranga’s 90-year-old thrill-seeker at Jean Barker 10,000 feet.

That was the moment the 6th Ave thrill-seeker had to fight an overwhelming instinct – the survival instinct.

“But I thought I had to go through with it. I couldn’t stop now.” The family was back on terra firma watching. They were expecting a reasonable show from granny aloft.

“God help us,”

she laughs. “The heart was pounding beforehand.”So where did this death wish come from? This urge to throw her 90-yearold self out of an aeroplane above the cloud ceiling.?

After all Jean Barker has survived all the perils and variables that nine decades of life can throw at you. But this is a leap of faith.

“No idea. Although, I have a stepson who’s made 6000 jumps. That could have sown the seed.”

What about a fear of heights. Wouldn’t it be seemly for smart, vibrant, lovely old ladies to suffer from vertigo?

“Not me. I’m still a member of the Mt Egmont Alpine Club.” That’s 2500 metres to the tip but at least her feet would still be on the ground.

And this is no show of bravado – Jean’s not fibbing.

Tauranga Tandem Skydiving instructor Tim Benson says there were no nerves with Jean. He’s been tandem jumping 17 years and she was better than most.

“People get anxious and stop listening.

Not Jean.” She was happy and relaxed.

Jean just wanted to see Tauranga from the air.

But there are other more conventional, non-life threatening ways of doing it. Like in an aeroplane.

“That’s what I did. It took 20 minutes in an aeroplane to get up to the jump zone. Spectacular views. I even saw my house from up there.

“Only green roof in the cul-de-sac.”

That must have been satisfying – a new perspective of the old house. And isn’t it odd for a person of Jean’s years to do such daredevil things?

“Well I must be odd then,” she cackles.

Not so odd. Because there’s an old dear in South Africa, name of Georgina Harwood, who skydived and shark-dived to celebrate her 100th.

“Not for me. That’s my first and last skydive. Tick it off, the bucket list is empty,” says Jean. And sharks aren’t an option.

But if Jean makes it through to 100, and it looks likely, what would she do after reading the birthday message from the Queen? “Go for a ride in a speed boat perhaps.” So the bucket list’s not empty?

By Hunter Wells

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Elaine’s retired but not resting Elaine Fountain absolutely loves children – and she shows it.

“There is a lot of experience and a lot of knowledge still being put to very good use – and in her own time.” That is the measure of Elaine.

She retired to go travelling, but even when travelling Because even though this committed kindergarten she’s working. In every new teacher has retired after 41 years of service to the early destination Elaine will childhood education sector, she’s seek out a kindergarten back volunteering for the benefit to see how others do it. of our children.

Then she brings that “She is an amazing woman with knowledge home. lots of knowledge, compassion and Talk of Elaine and wisdom,” says Tauranga Regional you talk of carpentry.

Kindergarten Association board She always made sure chairperson Sandie Hine. there was always enough And for her “massive wood for the children to contribution” to kindergartens, saw, hammer and nail. to the children and to the board, “It was an area for Elaine has been made a life member which she had a lot of the association. ne ai children – El of extra passion,” says Elaine has served the organisation Champion of the erson Tauranga rp ai ch Sandie. And Elaine liked in Tauranga since 1974 as a teacher, Fountain with Association n te ar rg to watch the children de head teacher, senior teacher, board in K Regional n Sandie Hine. so progress and make er member and board chair. rp ai ch d ar bo amazing structures.

Now in her 70s, Elaine can be found “Good for their motor skills,” says Sandie. at Merivale Primary School helping Elaine has gone from Tauranga’s kindergartens but teachers and, in particular, helping children with their she’s not lost to them. The legacy lives on. reading skills.

By Hunter Wells

Volunteer opportunities for elderly We can all do something that gives support and assistance to others – most of us help out in the community on a variety of matters – but to actually become an official volunteer allows your skills to be used in the best possible ways.

Goal 3 of the Age-Friendly City Strategy – Civic Participation & Employment – focuses on the contribution of older people and for that contribution to be encouraged, recognised and valued. In particular it raises awareness to support and promote the Volunteers Centre.

June 21-27 is National Volunteers Week – this is a great opportunity for us all to become involved with our community.

A chance to increase the awareness of current volunteering opportunities and to continue to promote

future volunteer roles to benefit our community.

Many people are already involved in community volunteer roles – committees, street/security patrols, advocacy groups, forums, school aides/helpers, church groups and organisations – the list goes on.

Most of these could not function without the assistance of volunteers. They are the unsung heroes. National Volunteers Week is a time when these people can be celebrated and acknowledged for their deeds.

Regardless of how much or how little time you can spare, what area of expertise you have or where your particular interests lie – there is always something that a volunteer can do. Older people in our community have experience, expertise, wisdom and knowledge – share your worth – spread the Age-Friendly city vision – contact the Volunteer Centre on 07 571 3714 and share the load.

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One the Zeppelins missed The Zeppelin airship became an object of hatred during the German strategic bombing campaigns of World War I. That’s because of the civilian casualties they inflicted, as they sneaked through the night sky to drop their deadly payloads on England.

“The baby killers,” they were called.

But the German raiders missed one mewling newborn in her crib in Yorkshire. And that baby’s pudgy little fingers are today, 100 years later, playing a piano at the Greenwood Park retirement village.

Margaret Winifred Lambourn is the first resident of the village to reach the big milestone.

“I didn’t want to have a lazy boring life,” says the centenarian.

It certainly didn’t start boringly amongst the smoke and shrapnel.

Margaret wanted to go to drama school. Her father steered her towards a University scholarship and a career in nursing.

That’s when a bloke called Allen walked into her ward. “One of my patients told him to have a look at the smashing staff nurse.”

There were more fireworks – of the love, wedding and babies variety.

Born during one conflict and fighting in the next, husband Allen went off to North Africa and Margaret joined the war effort in espionage with the Royal Air Force in Egypt.

It would be three years before they

One hundred years young – centenarian Margaret Lambourn.

caught up again.

“It was challenging, but in wartime, you learn to deal with everything that comes along,” says Margaret.

Like again running the gauntlet of the German war machine – this time voyaging back to England with her children through an Atlantic ocean infested with German submarines.

After the war, the performer in Margaret emerged again. While Allen worked for the Kuwait Oil Company, Margaret acted and played piano and tennis around the Arabian Gulf.

This was certainly not “a lazy boring life”.

But it was a life that would eventually lead them to Kerikeri, working with the Stone Store Preservation Society and some potent home fruit wine-brewing.

Margaret has been a resident at Tauranga’s Greenwood Park for 26 years. Along the way she lost Allen. However, she still has her 98-year-old sister as a neighbour at the village.

Until recently, Margaret was accompanying Greenwood Park’s songsters on the piano and visiting resthomes to perform concerts.

She still plays Scrabble every day, and enjoys a good book. There’s bowls of course and the social club.

“This is one wonderful woman,” says village manager Todd Jenkins.

“She’s switched on, and as fit as a fiddle.” And, of course, she’s not lazy or boring.

Margaret turns 100 next Friday, July 3. There will be a ‘do’ and family will be coming from England, Australia and the South Island.

Margaret has another sister there.

She’s 90. These girls have

By Hunter Wells good genes.

Mount Probus club seeking fresh blood Mount Maunganui’s Pacific Probus Club is seeking new members to join its group. The club says retired or semi-retired men and women from the Mount area are welcome to join, with activities including garden visits, walking, living alone luncheons, hosting athome dinners for fellow members and much more.

The club meets 9.30am on the third Monday of each month at St Mary’s Anglican Church, corner Marlin St and Girven Rd. Those interested can call Gillian Camping on 07 575 5684 or Allan Nightingale on 07 574 1993.

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Carson joins the model UN to talk Armenia What do you know about Armenia? This journalist knew nothing.

But ask Otumoetai College student Carson Luke about the nation that straddles Asia and Europe – and he’ll tell you plenty.

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He could tell you the country’s capital is Yerevan, the Prime Minister’s name is Hovik Abrahamyan and he’ll tell you about its interesting geographical point on the map and its close proximity to Russia.

They’re interesting, yet quite random, facts for a 16-year-old to know. Carson knows this because he’s stepping into the shoes of an international diplomat and representing Armenia at the New Zealand Model of United Nations 2015 in Wellington during these school holidays.

Carson is one of 250 students accepted to attend the four-day conference from July 5-9 to discuss issues related to global responsibility. Each delegate is given a country to represent and Carson got Armenia. It was actually on the list of his preferred countries to represent. “I find Armenia’s history in Europe very fascinating.”

He’s nervous, but he’s done his research. Carson’s familiar with how it all works.

He was part of the Year 12 Otumoetai College team that won the United Nations Association Senior Model Security Council last weekend.

Carson’s been involved model United Nations at a junior and

statistics, chemistry and drama. senior level since starting college.

Drama? Yes, among his literary “I’m very excited to do something focused subjects, Carson loves nationally, which will be a huge acting. learning curve. I’ve done a lot with “For me UN is an extension of model UN in the past so I know I’m prepared as I can be.” acting because you’re creating a The teen isn’t sure where his character who you may not agree interest in politics came from. He with, but that’s the thinks a big part of it is because views of that country so he’s an American living in New you have to Zealand. forward them.”

“NZ politics is very intriguing. But at its core it’s not much

By Zoe Hunter different than American politics with different ideological parties.

The most interesting part of NZ politics is the smaller parties.”

He also finds it interesting to watch NZ politicians stand in Parliament and insult each other. “It’s fascinating to watch,” says Carson, who wants to study political science or international relations at university.

His school subjects reflect this – economics, English, Carson Luke, 16, with his medal. Photo by Tracy Hardy.

The new panacea of the staffroom Education, like the clothing industry, has its own seasons.

The ‘favourites’ are paraded frequently, and the not-so-popular are sent to the back

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Like the committed shopper looking at the right outfit, at the right price and for the right occasion, the same questions can be asked about a ‘new panacea’ promoted within the hallowed walls of the staffroom.

These questions can be equally applied to both scenarios: How much will this cost? Can I afford it? Will it help me to be more successful? Will it last longer than the time it has taken me to pay it off?

This season that panacea seems to be

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It’s a hot topic for speakers at conferences, and is filtering through a number of different media channels.

However, though it may be presented as a new idea, mindfulness is not a new topic – although it is gaining momentum in the educational sector.

Mindfulness and meditation programmes are emerging as a means to the end whereby students are calm, focused, happier, healthier, gain better grades; and on the whole have improved selfcontrol.

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Making more room to move Most Fairhaven School pupils are involved in kapahaka, Indian or Pasifika dance, gymnastics, hip-hop, choir or other sports – and most of the activities are held in the school hall.

the children are involved in. Paul says during the last three years, the Fairhaven Fundraising Association has been raising funds for a new multi-purpose performing arts building.

The building is estimated to cost $300,000, with the FFA so far raising $50,000 and applications for grants underway.

They’re hoping for building to begin at the The thing is, the hall at Fairhaven School just end of this year, depending on funding. isn’t big enough. It’s a ‘nice’ hall, with Paul says the school strives to provide a ‘nice’ stage – but the Boucher Ave a range of activities for the children. He school is in desperate need of another understands the idea to be an activity space to cater for all of its focused school follows an initiative set performing arts activities. up a few years ago.

“We’re a school of about “Rather than having a punitive behav400 children and we ioural management system, we looked provide lots of opportunifor ways we could be creative and engage ties for our children to do children. By having lots of children a variety of activities,” says engaged in activities is better than policprincipal Paul Hunt. ing behaviour.

“Culturally, we have more “It’s a matter of finding a wide range than 100 children in kapaof ways the children can be extended haka, about 100 in Indian and grow in – so they can build dance, about 30 in Pasifika in their own self confidence.” dance – and a number of Fairhaven School principal Paul Hunt with If you can help with the those children are in all pupils Ryder Easton, 5, Muskaan Kaur, 5, multi-purpose performing three.”

Kruz Norman, 5, and Georgiah Leigh, 5, arts building project, Then there’s gymnastics, hip-hop, choir and a range performing where they are wanting the new contact Fairhaven School. building to be built. Photo by Tracy Hardy.

By Zoe Hunter of other sporting activities

Science and nature in our garden Children need contact with nature as much as they need good food and adequate rest.

At The Village we promote gardening and nature-based education to encourage children’s scientific thinking.

Building scientific thinking involves encouraging children’s natural desire to question and seek answers.

Gardening supports children’s curiosity and exploration of the natural world, and provides opportunities to build self-confidence through successful nurturing of plants over time.

Another important aspect of gardening is the development of

science process skills.

These skills include using simple tools like rulers and magnifying glasses to observe the natural world and the documentation of their findings through drawing and simple graphs.

The garden provides children with a work space for inquiry into the natural world. It’s a fully ‘hands-on’ activity that encourages questioning and seeking answers through observation, exploration and the collection of information.

In addition to these skills, the study of gardening and nature provides opportunities for children to learn about and explore the

cycle of life and the concepts and language that apply to nature.

Gardening and nature education really provides everything we look for in an early childhood learning experience.

It’s motivating and rewarding, promotes a sensory experience and allows for the incorporation of science, maths, reading, language development and the arts.

It offers children the chance to do things together and to create and appreciate the beauty of their garden.

Gardens are “perfect laboratories where scientific concepts literally come to life” (Mohramann, 1999).

Village VOICE

Dave Fontaine hurls the ball.

Bay of Plenty player Shane Davies.

Teams from as far as Taranaki and Northland descended on the Queen Elizabeth Youth Centre on Saturday for the Northern League Wheelchair Basketball Tournament.

Photos Tracy Hardy.

Pooches hit the pavements on Sunday as part of an annual dogwalking event that brings greyhounds, lurchers, other sighthounds and their owners together to raise awareness of the breeds.

Photos Cameron Avery.

Jan Curran, Anne Bethan and Tom Churchouse with dogs Beyonce, age 6, and Rihanna, age 5.

Diana Anderson with Achilles, age 4, and Zeva, age 3.

Mouth guards, shin guards and sports shoes are being worn by children of all ages at Blake Park on Saturday morning.

Photos Tracy Hardy.

Omanu Midget player Sofie Longmore racing away with the ball.

Omanu Stars player Elle Foster.

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Tauranga Eastern Link The Tauranga Eastern Link - close to completion The final word from the Transport Agency Senior Project Manager, Wayne Troughton The Tauranga Eastern Link (TEL) was first discussed in the 1970’s. It started taking shape in the 1990’s and now we are about to open it in August 2015. These large roading projects have a long gestation period but eventually everything comes together and we now have an amazing road which we can’t wait to open to the public, some five months early.

There have been many highlights on the project through the last four and a half years: • The three sets of art features which provide a unique experience for the travelling public and a sense of identity for the road.

• Constructing the Paengaroa weigh station which encourages the trucking community to properly maintain their vehicles and make our roads safer.

We invite you to come along to the TEL community day. This is your chance to explore the TEL before it is officially opened.

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• Developing relationships with the tangata whenua advisory group, community liaison group and the many key stakeholders providing an open forum to discuss the project and any challenges.

• A 6.8 kilometre shared walkway / cycleway, with the opportunity to develop further.

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• I have also enjoyed presenting to the various interest groups about the TEL progress.

The TEL has brought personal satisfaction as I worked on some of the concept alignments in the early 1990’s and am now about to deliver the real thing.

TEL community day

Save the date and keep an eye out for more details.

Wayne Troughton

The road brings a number of benefits to the region including quicker access for inter-regional freight to the port, opening up areas in Papamoa East for development, an extremely safe road (a 4.5 star motorway and one of the highest spec’d in NZ) and shortens the journey time from Paengaroa to Te Maunga by about 12 minutes. Lastly, it will give Te Puke an opportunity to grow and develop in a way it couldn’t while there was a state highway running through the township.

As with all projects there have been some challenges along the way, especially the unexpected fire at the Domain Road interchange in November 2014. Through it all it has been a

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Project update

June 2015

Tolling – what to do before the road opens Tolling the TEL allowed it to be constructed 10 years ahead of schedule and had 93% support in the community consultation.

Following international trends the Transport Agency uses an electronic tolling system. This has been proven to give drivers more time savings as they don’t need to stop or slow down to pay the toll. It’s the same system that operates on the Northern Gateway Toll Road, and the soon to be electronically tolled Route K (or Takitimu Drive Toll Road).

How it works

How to pay

It’s pretty simple really. All you have to do is drive.

You don’t need to slow down, stop, or hunt for loose change.

You simply drive under the toll gantry, just like you would under any sign structure, and keep your speed as you would on the open road.

There is a range of ways to pay for your toll, with the most convenient being setting up an account which covers travel on all the toll roads.

Set up your toll account and have everything in place for August when the road is open. Head to www.tollroad.govt.nz to find out more information.

No matter what lane you’re in, or speed you’re driving, sensors and cameras located in the gantry detect your vehicle approaching and will: • Capture the size and length of your vehicle to differentiate between a car, truck, motorcycle or bus • Take a photo of both your front and rear registration plates • Note the time and date you passed through and the direction you were travelling • Use this information to assign the correct toll price.

The benefit of electronic tolling is that you enjoy an uninterrupted journey and can pay your toll at your convenience.

If you already have an account set up for the Northern Gateway Toll Road, north of Auckland, you don’t need to do anything as your account will automatically cover travel on all three toll roads.

If you’d prefer to pay as you go, you can pay for your toll online or at selected BP and Caltex service stations from August (transaction fee applies to in-person payments).

pleasure to work with the Fulton Hogan HEB Construction Alliance (FHHCA), with the support of Beca. The teams have always been professional in technical and contractual discussions which focussed on getting the best result, and their work is backed up with personable relationships, creating a good working environment.

The Transport Agency is proud to deliver this high quality road some five months early but could not have done it without the TEL project team (FHHCA and Beca) and the support of the community.

Sign up for your account www.tollroad.govt.nz

Wayne Troughton, NZ Transport Agency, Senior Project Manager

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Pedestrian/ cycle access

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Parton Road overbridge

Kaituna River bridge and realigned Bell Road

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Maketu Road bridge and Te Tumu Road realignment

East Coast Main Trunk rail bridge

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Thank you to everyone who completed one, or both, of our Boost our Broadband surveys.

Your response(s) will help us build a strong case to the Government, as to why this District should get a portion of the funding targeted at improved internet connectivity around the country.

UPDATE

You can stay up to date with this project, and view some of the survey results, at www.westernbay.govt.nz/boost-our-broadband

PUT THAT OLD MOBILE PHONE TO GOOD USE

ISSUE 124 • 26 JUNE 2015

Got an old mobile phone hanging around? Don’t throw it away. Instead, drop it off at one of Western Bay Council’s service centres and help raise money for The Starship National Air Ambulance Service.

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Council is part of a successful campaign that has been raising funds for The Starship foundation since 2009.

To date more than $2.4 million has been collected to help fund the Starship National Air Ambulance.

This invaluable service flies medical experts to emergencies around the country and brings children back to Starship for lifesaving care.

Once collected, the phones are passed to a specialist recycling company, Swapkit, which grades the phones and wipes the data. Sim and memory cards are also removed and destroyed.

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Phones that can still be used are sold to off-shore businesses that specialise in the resale of second hand mobile phones. They are refurbished and sold as low cost handsets.

Those that have reached their end of life are broken down and recycled in an environmentally friendly way. All proceeds from the re-sale of mobile devices go to Starship.

All mobile phones are accepted regardless of condition (working or non-working), make or model.

KŌTUI GOES LIVE! OMOKOROA SKATE PATH BOOST A one-of-a-kind skating facility in Omokoroa is a step closer to becoming reality with another $50,000 donation from TECT.

Our new digital library system is officially up and running at all Western Bay libraries.

Kyrin Palmer and Sam Cartwright from Omokoroa Point School can’t wait for the new Skate Path build to begin.

The Omokoroa Community Skate Group (OCSG), in partnership with Western Bay Council, is busy working to create an environmentally sustainable skate path for the community - the first for the region.

OCSG spokesperson Erin Cartwright says the project is progressing very well, with amazing community support.

“We have been working closely with Council to navigate the technical requirements of pulling this skate path project together.

“We have also just been awarded a further $50,000 from the wonderful people at TECT.

We are so close to fully funding stage one of the skate path - we can hear the children’s squeals of delight on the wind.”

Erin wishes to thank Council, the community and TECT for the ongoing support.

The group needs to raise $35,000 to begin stage one of the project. A Wheelie Good Bingo Night is being organised for 14 August at the Omokoroa Hall.

They are also looking for major sponsors.

Anyone looking to support the project or become a sponsor can contact Erin; erinandste@gmail.com or phone 548 0481.

NEW USE FOR HISTORIC BRIDGE Te Puke’s Landscape Road Timber Bridge is once again open for public use.

Council partnered with local company Bridge It NZ to restore the historic bridge, also making it safe for mobility scooters to use. Estimated to have been constructed in the 1800s, the bridge has been closed to the public since mid-May while upgrades are complete. Council staff member Scott Parker says contractors still need to complete the sealing, but the bridge is safe to use. An official opening will be arranged once all work is finished.

We’ve joined more than 60 libraries nationwide using Kōtui – a shared library system offering benefits to customers.

Library and Customer Services Team Leader – Te Puke, Christine Busby, says Kōtui is easier and more interesting for customers to use online, and will increase the number of books and resources available.

“The catalogue will search across our electronic databases, our e-books and the usual catalogue – so our customers will easily have access to a wider range of information and resources.”

All Western Bay librarians are happy to show users Kōtui’s new features, she says.

“The catalogue is easy to use and an improvement on what we currently have, so anyone wanting to make the most of it can let us know and we’ll go through it with them.

TE PUKE HIGHWAY IN SONG A song competition centred on the soon-to-be Te Puke Highway is gaining international attention.

When the Tauranga Eastern Link opens on or around August 1, the current stretch of State Highway 2 between the Domain Rd roundabout and Paengaroa, will become a local road owned by Council and called Te Puke Highway.

To highlight the occasion, the Te Puke Economic Development

Group has launched the Te Puke Highway Song Contest.

The contest is open to everyone and all musical genres. The song must include the lyrics ‘Te Puke Highway’ and ‘Te Puke Goodness Grows Here’ as a chorus or in several verses.

Entry forms can be downloaded from www.tepuke.co.nz.

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Vehicle registration fees reduced from July 1

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The Automobile Association is expecting an influx of Bay of Plenty motorists flocking to their centres to relicense their vehicles come next Wednesday, July 1.

Depending on the type of vehicle, ACC levies on car registraThe Automobile Association expects an influx of Bay tions will drop by motorists relicensing their vehicles next Wednesday. an average of 41 per cent, along with levies on petrol drop“We still encourage people to think Twin Turbo Class 3.5 ton 5-link rear Touchscreen SUV-like ping by 3 cents per litre. about relicensing for a shorter periods; diesel engine* leading fuel towing* suspension SatNav** interior economy* According to the AA’s website, it three, six or nine months, which means translates to savings of $42-$132 for they’re not paying for their licence all petrol-powered vehicles, and $82-$172 in one lump and it’ll help spread the for diesels and is dependent on factors renewals out.” like age and safety ratings.

Transport Minister and Tauranga MP AA spokesman Mark Stockdale says an Simon Bridges says the drop in licencincrease in vehicles relicensed for shorter ing fees will be a great result for local periods followed the announcement of drivers. the ACC levies changes earlier this year.

The Government views the upcoming This is where people opted to register drop in price as another tax cut for the their vehicles only to July 1 this year, so people of Bay of Plenty, says Simon. on diesel models only. **Available on ST-X models only. Finance offer available to approved applicants of Nissan Financial Services only and excludes all lease and some fleet purchasers. Units must be registered going forward their new registration cost “This will mean more hardworking *Available in June or July 2015 to qualify for the special finance offer. The 3.9% Finance offer applies to new Nissan Navara D23 vehicles only. The 3.9% p.a. fixed interest rate is available with zero deposit and 36 month term. $375 would be cheaper with the introduction local drivers can keep more of their establishment fee and $10 monthly account keeping fee apply. Terms and conditions apply. Offer cannot be used in conjunction with any other offers and must end July 31st 2015 or while stocks last. of the reduced rates. hard-earned money in their back pock116 Hewletts Road “That’s been a success and as a result ets which is always a great thing.”

Mount Maunganui, Tauranga City a great number of Kiwis have renewed To find out exactly how much you Tel: 07 578 6017 their licences for shorter periods so it will save on relicensing a vehicle, visit www.farmerautovillage.co.nz expires in July,” says Mark. “But that the NZ Transport Agency’s Rightcar also means there will be a lot more cars’ website at: www.rightcar.govt.nz Follow us on Facebook licences expiring annually on July.

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Crash warning as winter bites A car rolled and hit a bank on Omanawa Rd, an example of accidents police say can be avoided.

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Motorists are being warned to change their driving to suit the conditions or face going to court.

This warning comes following a number of avoidable crashes on Western Bay of Plenty roads and winter months – usually plagued with rain, fog and icy conditions – beginning.

Tauranga Acting Senior Sergeant Phil Gillbanks says Police have already attended several crashes recently which could have been avoided. A number of the crashes happened because the roads were slippery following a dumping of rain, says Phil.

“People need to drive to the conditions. Remem-

bering that even when the rain stops, the road is still wet,” says Phil.

“You have to watch your following distances and your vehicle braking before corners – you don’t want to be braking on a corner.”

Phil warns that crashes resulting from speed or any other driving offence could likely, at the very least, see the driver face a charge of careless driving which will go through the court process.

“This means there will be a fine decided by the courts and there can also be a disqualification.

“The biggest frustration I have is that drivers are just not paying attention to what they’re doing when

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Taking a look at Newton Street From fitness to fresh foods, car repairs to creative services, Newton St is your one-stop street for all your personal and professional needs.

With many locally owned and operated companies lining the streets, with friendly faces who will remember your name, what better way to buy local and support Bay businesses?

See this feature to get to know some businesses that could help you.

Offering total lubricant solutions The guys at Oil Imports Ltd don’t just offer lubricant solutions for vehicles, they offer total lubricant solutions for just about anything that needs it – and they’re able to back it up with technical advice.

“Using that international connection means we’re in touch with the latest trends and technical information.”

Nigel says they pride themselves in being technical problem solvers to the lubrication market in New Zealand.

“Our personal service and exceptionally high quality products are what makes our business stand out from others.”

The team is concerned about the Nigel McFadyen with effects of oil on the environment and customer service expert Jason ensure used oil containers and waste Buckley and customer logistics oil are recycled or otherwise disposed manager Hadyn Taylor have of in a sustainable manner. almost 40 years’ combined Oil Imports Ltd is a member of Hadyn Taylor, Jason Buckley and Nigel McFadyen. experience in the lubrication the R.O.S.E oil recovery programme and filtration industry. generation, automotive, forestry and more. and provides approved oil collection The Newton St business can offer a Nigel, who is sales manager, says Oil tanks as well as oil spill mitigation materials lubricant solution across a wide range of and products.

Imports Ltd is the only authorised importer applications including civil contracting, As a key partner of Cure Kids, Oil Imports and distributor of Total Lubricants which transport, food industry, refrigeration, Ltd is committed to donating annually to the are produced by Total, the fourth largest industrial, marine, timber processing, power children’s charity. energy producer in the world.

Tyres for the best price Dream homes come true They are four of the most important components your car can have, so you want to know you’ve got the right tyres for your vehicle to ensure maximum performance and safety. Locally owned and operated company Tyre Man specialises in quality new and second-hand tyres for the best price to ensure quality tyres without the price tag.

They’ll also see to all your tyre repairs, as well as mag fittings and balancing for your favourite set of wheels.

Build a home beyond your expectations, without breaking the bank and with a team you can trust. One of the founding principles of Trident Homes is that the franchise is operated by a qualified builder. Wayne Minnell is a qualified builder, having done his time in both commercial and residential construction since 1977. Visit Trident Homes’ new showhome at 146 The Boulevard, Golden Sands or 16 Benmore Cres, The Lakes, and talk to the team about making your ownership dreams a reality.

Automotive service at its best

Wilson Automotive have been in Newton Street for 19 years, as owner and operator servicing the wider Bay of Plenty. Clive Wilson has 33 years’ experience in the automotive industry as an independent European car specialist, servicing the full range of European cars.

For all automotive repairs and service requirements for marques such as Volvo, Citroen, Peugeot, Volkswagen, Audi, Porsche, Ferrari, Mercedes, Jaguar, Maserati and more, contact Wilson Automotive.

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Tiles which outlast time Classic style never goes out of fashion – European Ceramic Tiles and Carpet are living proof of that fact.

industry, Mike, Elspeth and their team are dedicated to helping their clients see the bigger picture so they can envision what the finished product will be before a single title or metre of carpet is laid.

The company is also in an enviable

Since purchasing the business in 1996, owners Mike and Elspeth Stobie have seen many changes in the home renovation or new home market – but one thing that’s never changed is the demand European Tiles & Ceramics. Mike and Elspeth Stobie, for chic, Sue Steel and Allen Rogers with a few samples. elegant ceramic position of being both suppliers and and porcelain tiles. installers of their own products, meaning “Over the years tiles will not date and their clients know exactly who they are this has to be taken into consideration dealing with on a day-to-day basis – and when selecting them, this is where the this allows them to offer a comprehenexperienced staff are invaluable,” says sive service from installation of small Mike. domestic renovations and new homes, “Amazingly, the price of tiles has to large apartment buildings and hotels. greatly reduced over the last 20 years, With all that experience and a recently but more importantly the quality has refurbished showroom, call in and see only risen. Despite our name of ‘Eurotheir amazing range of porcelain tiles to pean’ are prices are not.” add that “wow” factor to your home.

Renovations or new home fit-outs are You will be amazed at the stunning new never easy, with a number of crucial tiles arriving from overseas that will add design decisions to be made.

With nearly 20 years’ experience in the style and a great finish to any abode.

Behind the nuts and bolts The team: Troy Neems, Stein Aymes, Adrian Thompson, Katey Flavell, Shane Stenson, Ryan Eccleshall and Dean Bertram. can range from engineers, all types of With an inventory of 200 million manufacturers, to building and conitems spanning more than 12,000 struction. Open for business since 1980, product lines nationally, ManufacturMSL is one of New Zealand’s leading ing Suppliers Ltd are fully equipped for fastener suppliers, with nearly three decany job. But don’t let their size fool ades of experience behind their name. you – this Kiwi owned business, and MSL has been in the Mount since locally operated, takes pride in delivering 2003, residing in Newton St for nearly personalised service to their customers two years. They are expanding their site great and small. in coming months, as well as appointing Suppliers of their Fortress brand, they new sales rep resentative, Wayne Quarsupply fasteners to major building suprie, to the team. plies merchants, while industrial clients

Top-notch mechanical service Locally owned and operated, with a team of five to service all types of vehicles and light commercial trucks, Lilley Automotive is a family business prides which themselves on reasonable rates and top-notch service.

MTA Association and NZTA authorised, Lilley Automotive can tackle anything from a simple Warrant of Fitness and servicing, to full mechanical repairs, lubes, brakes, suspension, and they also specialise in cooling systems.

Gloss up your aluminium today Recro Clear Coating uses Nano-Clear, a single component clear coat system that will rejuvenate and protect highly oxidised aluminium surfaces.

Recro Clear Coating can restore colour, gloss and UV properties on almost any surface including aluminium windows and doors, garage doors, fascias, balustrades on beach property, residential housing, commercial property and more.

Once people see what Recro Clear Coating can do they’re blown away. Gloss up your aluminium today, call Recro Clear Coating on 021 734 495 for a free quote.

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Work’s a labour of love A shiny new you Whether you need staff for a 1000-hour project, or a four-hour short-term job, Labourworks is available around the clock to provide you with the help you need.

Despite their name, Labourworks doesn’t just specialise in hands-on labour positions – they have everyone from trades to executive and management positions, permanent and temporary, covered with their extensive

database of desirable employees.

“Regardless of the job’s size, we pride ourselves on meeting our clients’ needs quickly and effectively,” says Bay of Plenty and Waikato recruitment manager and company co-director David Jones.

The small, locally owned and operated agency is 100 per cent The Labourworks team: Recruitment committed to finding the best manager David Jones, recruitment outcome for their clients, consultant Paula Jones and operations as shown by their 24-hour, manager Adam Robinson. seven-day-a-week service.

In front is Jim and Tess Maskell with Jo Owens, Marie Wallace, Di Hampton and Gill Godqard from Ephraim Health. Photo by Bruce Barnard.

An increasing demand for natural antibiotic, suitable for the whole family products has seen a local business from new-born babies to the elderly, transform from a household operation to and is not known to react with other a bustling Mt Maunganui health store. medications. Ephraim Health’s colloidal Ephraim Health owners, Tess and Jim silver is made fresh every week.

Maskell, started developing colloidal Tess and Jim recommend the product silver products out of their own home. for a number of ailments, including It was originally started by Tess, a colds, flu and infections – anytime stay-at-home mum to five children, who you need an antibiotic, anti-bacterial, needed a part-time job she could do anti-fungal, anti-viral solution, just try from home, and what began as a family colloidal silver. project turned into a business as more “We think it is an amazing product, and more people turned to colloidal we would never be without it. It’s one silver to help their illnesses. of those things you can keep in your “My husband Jim was doing his own first-aid kit and use as soon as you feel business but gave up his job to help, as a headache or cold coming on.” well as our daughter Di, and at times Take this advertisement on this page even my other four sons were asked to into the Newton St store, make a help,” she says. purchase and receive a free 70ml tube Colloidal silver is touted as a natural of Colloidal Silver Gel, worth $18.

‘Beer’ with us!

Brewers Bar has been known as a music venue for more than 20 years, but a restructured strategy will see the local brewery enter somewhat of a renaissance for the summer.

The 6000L of beer, which Mount Brewing Co produces every month for its seven varieties, wasn’t sufficient to meet demand during last season so investment into new equipment was necessary for the brewery to double its capabilities.

“We’re providing stock for nine offlicences, but our current equipment has restricted us in growing beyond that,” says managing director Glenn Meikle.

Brewers Steve Edkins and Tom Ball.

The demand for beer spurred an initiative to renovate the premises, transforming it into an establishment that improves the connection between brewery and bar. Visit www.facebook. com/MountBrewingCo for future developments.

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Taste success The name may have changed, but the recipe for success is still the same.

The Good Food Lunch Box team, who work in partnership with Turkish to Go in Tauranga, Mount Maunganui and Papamoa, still deliver quality, authentic Turkish meals for you to enjoy, made with locally-sourced produce.

“We make everything fresh each day at the factory before we take it out for our customers to enjoy,” says shop manager Tiffany Quaife, who also takes meals to the Port twice-daily to wherever the workers are located that day.

Turkish is a popular choice in the Bay, offering a fresh alternative for the midday meal – and The Good Food Lunch Box proudly employs chef from Turkey, who have been preparing authentic cuisine most of their lives.

However, the Good Food Lunch Box also provides a range of baked goods, such as pies and slices, pies and sandwiches for those who prefer a bit of Kiwi flavour, or those who just want to Sakir Beldek, Semra Ertekin and indulge in a Tiffany Quaife. sweet treat.

One-stop shop for hydraulics Power Hydraulics is your one-stop shop for all your hydraulic needs. The shop, owned by Kevin and Jo Ironside, stocks pressure gauges, valves, pumps, hydraulic fittings, oil, hoses and seals. They also supply and repair all hydraulic equipment, as well as specialising in powersteering repairs for cars, trucks and tractors, hydraulic cylinder repairs, hydraulic system fault finding and pump rebuilding. Visit the friendly team at their Newton St location to gain valuable insight and discuss your hydraulic needs.

Putting fish on a winter dish If you’re feeling the winter chill, but still want to capture the taste of summer in your meals, NZ Premium Seafoods has you covered. The tough team aren’t afraid to brave the sea breezes to bring you fresh, smoked and frozen fish throughout the cooler months.

Locally owned and operated, the Newton St business will also smoke your own catch of the day, or, if you prefer to stay on dry land, they have a range of smoked fish options in store too.

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When it comes to double glazing windows, the process is quick and trouble-free with the professional team at Ryan Double Glazing.

Their customers have found that double glazing makes their homes warmer in winter, cool in summer, quieter, drier and more energy efficient.

Ryan Double Glazing specialises in double glazing existing windows, which is also known as retrofit double glazing.

Retrofit double glazing

Update old upholstery on all your summer ‘toys’ Ryan Double Glazing’s installation team. is the process of replacing the single glazed glass in your existing aluminium joinery with a double glazed unit.

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technology, they can customise double glazed units to suit you and your home’s needs. Call Ryan’s today on 07 575 0365 for a free quote.

Delivering you results for 13 years The professional and friendly team at Global Fitness Club has been active in helping members reach their fitness goals for the last 13 years.

With the same familiar faces from the very beginning, the fitness club is the longestestablished privatelyowned club in Mount Maunganui, says club manager Carl Newman.

The new gym

layout means more space for the wide range of team training programmes including Les Mills’ classes, power lifting, body building, boxing and circuit – as well as general training.

“Our team training programmes promote camaraderie, support and motivation, with a mix of fun, disciplined workouts you achieve fast and measurable results,” says Carl.

The new winter timetable will be

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released on June 29, with new workouts.

Take advantage of their competitive rates, or talk to them about the special deals available for Newton St workers.

They’re also offering a six-month membership at $12.50 per week, which is normally a 12-month term, for the month of July.

Make your friends and family say “It’s got that new-boat look” and become the envy of the water this summer with fresh upholstery from Horizon Auto Marine Trimming.

Perhaps your seating isn’t looking its best, or that shade you loved so much last season just isn’t working this year – whatever you need, the friendly team pride themselves on quality workmanship so you can trust them to get the job done.

They work with special upholstery for boat, car, home, campervan or motorbike and do canopies and covers as well.

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BUILDING, BUYING & RENOVATING Carpentry apprentices vie for title Eight finalists have been named in the Bay of Plenty region for the Registered Master Builders Carters 2015 Apprentice of the Year competition.

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Of the eight picked, five hail from the Western Bay of Plenty and will wait to hear if they make the competitions finals after the BOP regional judging on September 3.

Reegan Masters of Papamoa, employed by Belvedere Group; Jamie Russell of Mount Maunganui, employed by Skilled Building Solutions; Alwyn Vickers of Katikati, employed by Lifestyle Homes; Joshua Benjamin of Tauranga, employed by McMillan & Lockwood; and Jacob Cvitanovich of Tauranga, employed by Form Building and Developments will take on Ben Doherty of Matamata, employed by

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Gudsell Designer Homes; Liam Stjernqvist of Taupo, employed

by Bayline Construction Limited; and Conor France-Benfell of Rotorua, employed by New Zealand Log Homes.

The competition sees 145 apprentices nationwide set to compete for the coveted Apprentice of the Year title and a share of more than $100,000 worth of prizes.

Written entries will be judged and entrants will be interviewed on September 3 in Tauranga as the judging panel work to find a top apprentice in each of the 10 regions.

The winning apprentice from each region then competes for the national title. Each winner will receive $2000 to spend at Carters, a spot at an Outward Bound course and a range of products and tools.

Winners from each region come together at the Apprentice of the Year national competition in Auckland this October, with results celebrated at a national awards gala dinner.

Apprentices, employers and young people aspiring to be a part of the

Alwyn Vickers of Katikati, employed

by Lifestyle Homes, is one of eight BOP region finalists in the 2015 Apprentice of the Year competition. construction industry are encouraged to join the Facebook page: www.face book.com/apprenticeoftheyear or visit www.apprenticeoftheyear.co.nz

Buyers beware of cracks and damp It’s your dream home, but is it really? On paper, maybe, but in reality it could also be a liability While a well-presented four-bedroom, two-bathroom home seems perfect on first glance, how can you be sure that behind the hype and clever marketing photographs, this property is not a dreaded “leaker”?

With your heart set and your head already moved in, the last thing you want the vendor to tell you is that your dream home has some weather tightness issue, a polite way of saying the house is a soggy, expensive wreck.

But how would you know the house is a leaker?

In many cases, the tell-tale signs only become apparent in the latter stages of building decay. You may

become aware your home is rotting at the seams only after significant and expensive damage has occurred.

A combination of design issues, defective cladding systems, untreated timber and inappropriate building materials are the most common causes of water ingress. The most likely signs are cracks in the plaster on the outside wall, internal cracks in the Gib board, an unusual odour in the house and unexplained damp areas.

Real estate agents have a duty, a legal responsibility, to make you aware of any known problems with the property they are marketing. But sometimes issues are fudged with clever language so as not to frighten off the potential buyer.

The lesson is don’t wait for or rely on others to tell you of the potential issues with a house. Do your checks before committing your signature.

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Pete’s Flues and Flies owner Peter Ghinis has been kept busy in the lead up to winter. Photo by Bruce Barnard.

Having your chimney sweep won’t only keep you warm and toasty during winter months but will ensure your insurance broker is happy at the same time.

With winter finally beginning to bite, Tauranga chimney sweepers are being kept busy as residents ensure their chimneys are running at full capacity and keeping the home warm and toasty.

So much so, there has been a threeweek waiting list in the city, showing the sooty and dirty occupation isn’t a thing of the past.

Especially with insurance companies now keeping a close eye on chimney cleanliness, should a fire occur.

Pete’s Flues and Flies owner Peter Ghinis says since February he’s been cleaning, repairing and checking chimneys for any potential hazards, spending up to 40 minutes on each chimney with the odd birds nest and decent blockage of soot.

This is a usual time of the year for the calls to start to come in preparation for winter, says Peter.

Though, he continues to be inundated as the second wave of cleaning requests rolls in thanks to the recent chilly blast.

“A lot have already had their chimneys done but we are still doing a lot of cleans because the ones that had had their cleaned are using them; then we have another lot of people holding back until it gets cold and are getting them done now,” says Peter.

But many people still aren’t aware of the legalities around chimney cleaning and insurance policies, especially since

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regulations were tightened following the Christchurch earthquakes, he adds.

Now, chimney sweeping is essential to meet your home insurance policy as most may be invalidated by a fire in your chimney if it hasn’t been cleaned in the last 12 months.

“A lot of insurance companies are asking people to clean them every 12 months and by a chimney sweep. Traditionally, you have been allowed to do it yourself.”

Insurance Council of New Zealand spokesperson Sarah Knox says even though the insurance market doesn’t have exclusions specifically aimed at chimneys, the majority will rely on the reasonable care policy clauses.

“The majority of policies will contain conditions/exclusions in regard to the insured taking or not taking steps to prevent loss and/or maintaining the insured property in good repair; and declining losses where the insured is reckless or grossly negligent in causing the loss.”

For example, a customer has no idea that the chimney in the house they have just purchased has not been cleaned for five years, and an old bird nest is blocking the chimney.

The nest catches fire and the house is severely damaged the very first night the customer lights a winter fire.

In this case, the insurer would most likely view such loss as being caused accidentally, therefore if all other claim acceptance criteria is met, the policy intent would be for the insurer to accept the claim.

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The customer, against such advice, decides to light a fire anyway and with the damaged chimney and the house is severely damaged as a result.

In this case, the insurer would very likely view the customer as being reckless or grossly negligent in causing the loss, and as a consequence would probably decline the claim.

Although each insurer is different these examples just illustrate the principles, stresses Sarah.

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New board members for Acorn Foundation The Acorn Foundation has recently welcomed two new trustees Lesley Jensen and Anthony Ririnui to its board.

Appointed at a recent meeting, both look forward to building on the work done since Acorn started in 2003.

Lesley is an active partner in a Tauranga-based dairy farming and orchard business with a wealth of experi-

a past trustee of Sky City Community Trust, ence in community governance; and and has extensive links with Maori business Anthony is head of Maori financial solutions at Tauranga’s ASB Bank. organisations.

Lesley also serves as a commuAnthony is looking forward to embracnity magistrate in the BOP and ing diversity and creating opportunities for dialogue and inclusion.

Midland regions, and has been “I’m humbled to be a trustee of the chair of Pyes Pa School and Acorn Foundation.

Tauranga Girls’ College’s “I believe in the vision of Boards of Trustees.

“I’m really delighted to be ‘Hangaia ta matou rohe hei wahi pai ke atu – mo ake tonu atu/ able to serve on the Acorn Making our region a better board. We’ve lived here for place, forever’. the last 22 years, and it’s All Acorn Foundation great to know Acorn can support the needs of people trustees are volunteers appointed for their individliving here now and also in the years to come,” says ual skills and experience, rather than being elected.

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Acorn’s policy requires Anthony’s role at ASB Bank sees him work with trustees to step aside after serving eight years, to ensure iwi and Maori organisaAcorn Foundation’s new tions, providing finance there’s fresh ideas and new trustee, Lesley Jensen. blood coming forward. and banking solutions. He’s

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toll road, and the Takitimu Drive toll road – known as Route K – as convenient as possible.

New electronic toll gantries go live on both Tauranga roads in August – and NZTA is rolling out a range of options to make it as easy as possible to pay to travel on them.

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“There are a range of ways to pay your toll, however opening up an account is the most convenient.

From late-July there will be three accounts on offer – either automatic top-up, manual top-up, or monthly billing.”

Drivers can have multiple vehicles on one account and it will

cover travel on all three toll roads – the two in Tauranga and the Northern Gateway Toll Road.

Casual or infrequent users of the toll roads can pay for their toll online. Or, people can pay at selected BP and Caltex service stations by cash, debit or credit card.

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A step in the right direction Real estate agent Kenny underwent his first half-marathon in Edinburgh Marathon Festival at the end of May, spurred on by his partner of one year and running enthusiast Jill.

It wasn’t a totally out-ofthe-blue suggestion. Jill knew Kenny had an overwhelming desire to fundraise for the Waipuna Hospice, which had been instrumental in helping

Scotland native Kenny and his late wife Pam, who passed away in January 2013.

“Jill and I were going to Edinburgh for a holiday, and she was the one that saw the marathon festival was on one of the weekend we were there. She said: ‘Why do we enter to try to do a bit of fundraising?’

“It seemed like a really good idea. I spoke to the hospice, set up a fundraising page and told people I was doing it.

“My daughter in London and her boyfriend, who is a Kiwi, said they’d do the run with me too; then my sister and her boyfriend, who live in the UK, said they’d do it as well so there was six of us

together who entered.”

Despite being “reasonably fit for a 57-year-old”, Kenny struggled with the training, as he had a few problems with his calves.

“I think it was just an age thing,” he says. “I do look after my fitness, I go to the gym a lot, so I’m a fit bloke.

“But when I was running a few times a week my calves basically said: ‘Hey…you’re a 57-year-old, behave yourself.’

My training didn’t go well, but my fitness was such that I managed to plod my way around.”

He’d also had a hip replacement in December 2013, but having made a full recovery, Kenny says: “Truthfully, it was the only part in my

bottom half that wasn’t sore in the end!”

Completing the course in two hours, 31 minutes, Kenny is thrilled with his time, and better still with the $6500 he managed to raise for the Waipuna Hospice.

“I want to say thank you to the people who supported me and donated money, including The Gym who sponsored our running gear.

“It was just amazing. I don’t know if I’ll ever do another half-marathon, but I can tick it off the bucket list.”

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A fighting win on the international stage Mixed Martials Arts fighter Faith Van Duin describes her Invicta FC debut as crazy, emotional and overwhelming.

The Papamoa mother-of-two recently fought Amanda Bell in Kansas City in which she made Bell tap out in the second round.

The fight, which marked her first bout in the United States, is her fifth win in her professional career.

With women’s MMA a young sport in New Zealand, it’s difficult for Faith to get sponsorship.

To help cover the costs of training and travelling, she’s constantly fundraising. “Now that it’s all done, looking back on what we did just crazy; what we all go through to get to this point. “I would like to thank my friends and family and supporters. Wow just wow, the support you all give me is just overwhelming when I was standing in that cage, nervous as, I thought of you all and that calmed me and got my head where it needed to be.�

Faith is now training as she prepares for a shot at a world title fight in Las Vegas on July 10.

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Faith Van Duin is now preparing for her next fight, which she hopes will be a title shot.

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The club mostly flies electric models. “It’s difficult to obtain flying sites because of the noise of traditional high-speed internal combustion engines,� says Don. “Electric-powered planes are much

quieter so we can fly in places where others can’t. “Everybody likes the sound of the combustion engines, but the reality is it’s more fun to fly than it is to explain yourself to neighbours.�

This more user-friendly approach means the club, which broke away from the TECT Park-based Tauranga Model Aircraft Club three years ago, now has a closer-to-home site up the top end of Wright Rd, Katikati, as well as flying at Maramatanga Park in Te Puna.

The club is looking for new members. Interested pilots can contact Don on 07 578 9783 or club secretary Dave Evans on 07 863 5987.

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We have some hard-working volunteers who give up their time freely to assist in many different ways in our community – a big thank you to you all.

The lady I was sitting next to volunteered her time at The Elms, St Vincent de Paul Society and Budget Advisory Service. Another volunteer I know drives from Katikati twiceweekly to assist at the Waipuna Hospice

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The Government’s recent economic growth study told us what we already knew – as a region, we are good at growing stuff, building stuff, and moving stuff around.

Our workforce has qualification levels below than the NZ average and we also score low on productivity rankings.

New Zealand is isolated at the bottom of the world and risks losing work to low-cost labour overseas.

We need to innovate to increase our productivity, and therefore, our prosperity. Tauranga City Council supports the economy by creating the right environment for businesses to flourish. At a basic level, this includes fit for purpose infrastructure, zoning of business land, and regulation.

Council also raises funds from our

second-hand shop. A small group of volunteers, Brian, Chris, Murray, Pat and Colin, regularly meet at the Historic Village and carry out work to enhance the grounds and small projects – thank you for all you do.

Community Development meetings are to have a ‘facelift’ to raise the profile of the meetings and make them more user-friendly for the community.

During the last year the number of presenters, elected members and staff have sometimes outnumbered the community present.

If you want elected members to continue with evening community meetings please attend the ones advertised on the council website, or let us know what we can do to improve the current format.

targeted rate on commercial properties to invest in key projects to support job creation and business growth.

Our commercial targeted rate collects $2.5 million per year, which is less than similar cities on a per capita basis. We’re reviewing how this funding is invested. We’ll make any changes during next year’s budget.

The Government’s growth study aims to unite all parties together to tackle our shared challenges, as well as grasping new opportunities.

Some of our challenges can become opportunities. For instance, our ageing population invites specialist healthcare research and investment, supplies more mentors for local businesses and young professionals, and it increases the number of business investors.

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Watch out Nashville, here comes Josh With a second album in the works and an upcoming tour to Nashville, Tennessee, life’s damn sweet for Tauranga teen Josh Durning.

The talented guitarist will be playing at two festivals and a handful of private shows in the American city during the first week of July.

“I’ll be playing the Chet Atkins Appreciation Society and the National Association of Music Merchants Show, which is the largest music industry event in the world.

“These are the two biggest festivals in town so I’m really excited, plus I’ll be catching up with a few friends who’ve wanted to get me over there

for a while now.” During his tour, Josh will perform his solo work, but will pepper set lists with material from his new album ‘Josh Durning and Friends’, which is currently in production at Welcome Bay’s Colour Field Studios.

Josh says a number of local musos make appearances on the album, a departure from his debut EP where it was just him and his guitar.

“One tune, ‘House of the Rising Sun’, I usually perform solo, but on this album it features Nigel Masters on upright bass and Trevor Braunias playing the nylon guitar.

“I do enjoy playing it solo, but with the three of us there’s a lot of more dimensions and the sound is wider.”

Before he leaves for the United States, Josh says he’ll be looking to arrange a concert, so for all you fans: watch this space.

“We’re looking at a few places and just trying to find a suitable venue.

“It’ll be slightly for fundraising but mainly just another way for me to play some more tunes before I leave.”

Tauranga guitarist Josh Durning is off on a two-week tour of Nashville, Tennessee, next month. Photo by David Tauranga.

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Community groups urged to sign up for a day of help Bay of Plenty community groups are being called upon to submit project submissions for BNZ’s Closed for Good 2015 event.

The Bay of Plenty’s BNZ branches are shutting shop for the day on September 2 and sending staff to work with community

groups around the region.

BNZ CEO Anthony Healy says BNZ staff helped 24 groups in the BOP at last year’s event, with 67 staff putting in a good eight-hour day.

“If community groups had to pay for that labour cost, you

could say we saved the region about $7900 [based on the minimum wage of $14.75 per hour].”

Submissions for this year’s projects are due by July 24.

To submit, see www.closedforgood.org

Have a ball for LANDSAR City residents are being encouraged to enjoy a charity ball next month to raise funds for Tauranga Land Search and Rescue.

The Winter Wonderland ball is at Tauranga Racecourse on July 25 from 7pm12pm, with ball gowns/cocktail the dress theme.

The event will feature a buffet dinner and dancing, live band, auction, spot prizes.

Tickets cost $95 each or you can book a table of eight-10. To buy tickets, email landsarcharityball@gmail.com or call 027 461 8223.

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Share ‘Papadice’ with the dogs Being a longtime resident of our fabulous ‘Papadice’ - and an almost daily dogwalker on our beach - I’d like to point out that for near on nine months of the year our beach is virtually deserted except for diehard walkers and people with dogs.

A lot of us bought here in Papamoa for the sole reason that it’s a welcoming, village-like, dog-friendly suburb - after all we could have bought at the Mount or stayed in the cities.

In summer, to be honest, I’m not always fussy about having screaming children throwing sand around when I’m on the beach quietly reading my book. But I don't get the council to take them away! I realise the beach is there to be shared.

Please don’t go overboard with regulations just because of a small handful of probably not even residents who are careless dog owners.

Let’s look at a compromise. What about during the months of December, January and February we make

it ‘dogs on leads’ 500 metres either side of the Papamoa Surf Lifesaving Club instead of the present 200 metres.

After all, people should be swimming between the flags anyway!

P Jensen, Papamoa.

Let’s fight for our democratic rights Most of us know this. We asked that referendums be made binding.

They did not become binding and laws opposite to what we wanted happened instead.

We asked for transparency, a democratic right, yet documents relating to the Free Trade Agreement, orchestrated by the Obama group remain hidden from the public and discussed behind closed doors. These documents from information leaked to the public, seem to give power to corporations, who can sue governments who make laws that cause them financial distress.This is an absolute disabling of governments’

right to legislate for the benefit of their own people and enables multinational companies to call their own shots.

We asked for no flag change so we could maintain some stability in an ever-changing world, not because some of the flags aren’t great - I love the one designed in Tauranga with the Southern Cross, Maori Tino Rangatiratanga flag and the fern.

But I might not get that and instead would have to vote on a pre-selection, most likely not determined by the public.

Wake up New Zealanders and do what little you can in your

sphere of influence. Together we can all bring some pressure to bear somehow, even if the problem seems too big.

Remember democracy is by the people for the people and should make the world a better place.

Politicians must stop pandering to those with the money - corporations who fund election campaigns - and remember our children and future generations who require and hope that honestly and transparency in lawmaking will prevail.

By the way is lawmaking that rejects democratic consultation and transparency even legal? Then why are our politicians even putting us in this awful position of making us have too fight for our rights?

A Mcmillan, Tauranga City.

Is our traditional hongi a healthy practice?

I’d like to add my voice to comments made by M Brooks on the imposition of the hongi at welcoming ceremonies, without permission of the visitor. (Sunlive, May 28)...or on any occasion.

There is no disrespect in choosing to avoid the hongi, for a less intimate contact, especially when strangers are involved. But it is surely important to remember we cannot take it for granted that a stranger automatically welcomes such intimacy. Perhaps, visiting dignitaries put in this position?

Another point - in these days when much attention is given to colds, ‘nasties’, flu, sneezing and infection, how many even carry hankies or tissues? How many noses remain hygienically free of contamination? Or hands, for that matter.I know someone whose daily

hospital work involves dealing with bacteria and infections of all kinds - work requiring such unrelenting care, and scrupulous attention. Is it surprising he was left with barely suppressed annoyance, not even having been prepared for the marae visit let alone given an option? Well, he was whisked away to a marae for such a welcome. Unfortunately, from just such an ongoing working environment, with no warning...so there are many sides to these situations.

Did you ever wonder what happens to those ‘samples’ you have to provide before the doctor prescribes those cough mixtures and pills? Well, someone has to work with sometimes unpleasant samples so your cough etc can be identified and the appropriate remedy be prescr ibed.

D Holm, Otumoetai.

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TPPA ‘not equal to all partners’ The flag debate is a little premature. The flag is the symbol of sovereignty to which one swears allegiance. As we are regrettably, about to have our sovereignty signed away from us to the Trans-Pacific Partnership Agreement, we should adopt the TPPA flag.

I suggest it will have the Union Jack replaced by the Stars and Stripes and the red stars with a dollar sign.

Prime Minister John Key’s Government has already shown it is ready and willing to compromise labour laws for movie moguls, illegally comply with Investor State Dispute Settlements by paying off a Saudi farmer who felt hard done by the restrictions on live sheep exports.

We’ll also accept hirer pharmaceuticals costs by increasing subsidies on fewer items or cutting

more services to keep the prescription cost at $5 per items in the short term.

We don’t need a new flag we need a government that governs for the good of the citizens of New Zealand.

Not kowtowing to multinational corporations and/or having other countries foreign polices forced upon us.

The TPPA is not a trade deal it is a partnership agreement, one where we combine with others to contribute and share the benefits and consequences of joint actions.

It is not an equal partnership and how much weight do you think our voice will carry in partnership meetings to set agendas and policies?

We will carry far less weight than hundreds of multinational vested interests. If the TPPA is so good why are we not informed of it’s contents?

P Dolden, Papamoa.

Why not to gift land... The many faces of consultation Re: New tertiary campus in Tauranga CBD. Is this a

good thing or is this a bad thing?

Hmmm...First off students don’t have much cash to splash so they won’t be helping the CBD businesses.

Will the building have its own parking floors, which to be fair it will have to have?

Further, how can a council with a huge debt afford to give land away worth millions when they grubbily collect parking fees.

If the Tauranga City Council can support such largesse then surely they can do away with parking fees?

This is the same council that wanted to tear a few more dollars away from ratepayers five years ago by wanting to charge ratepayers for library books.

Councils have to stop giving money or land away without asking the ratepayers is it okay They should really not be giving any money or land away, but rather be giving interest free loans so we at least eventually get the money back. This building may well cause chaos in the CBD with excessive traffic, with absolutely no benefit to ratepayers at all. Where does this council get off taking the place of central government in providing land for educational purposes. A Bourne, Bethlehem.

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The Government is consulting on the flag, the defence white paper, and climate change.

The flag issue seems to be an attempt to distract us from something. The public has sent a clear message on the importance of this topic by ignoring public meetings.

On the defence white paper, there has been a whole raft of well-advertised consultation events, each hosted by a local MP. On climate change, there was little advertising of public meetings, a poorly written discussion document, and government MPs were nowhere to be seen. There was no meeting in

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Tauranga, home of the associate Minister of Climate Change.

Thank goodness for social media. Despite almost no notice of meetings, the public turned out in huge numbers. A clear message was sent that climate change is a critical issue. Demands for strong leadership by government were forcefully put. Apparently a new flag and defence policy review are far more important issues than the greatest environmental challenge of our time.

In reality, climate change is the greatest threat to our security in the 21st century. It is not mentioned in the defence white paper.

Ian G McLean, Tauranga City.

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Friday 26 June Katikati Folk Club

Camille & Stuie French from Sydney.

Katikati Bowling Club, Park Rd, doors open 7pm for 7.30pm. Be early for a good seat. Adults $20, members $15. www. katikatifolkclub.co.nz

Saturday 27 June Alcoholics Anonymous

Women’s meeting at St Andrew’s, Dee St 10-11am, children welcome.

0800 229 6757

American Group

New group forming for Americans living in the BOP and Kiwis with American connections, who would like to meet & socialize. Kerry 07 281 2100

Andre Rieu Friendship Group BOP

For lovers of music of Andre Rieu, monthly weekend gatherings in each other’s homes, annual garden party & celebrations at local cafes all to the music of Andre. Pete/Jennifer 574 4238

Bayfair Night Market

Arts, crafts, jewellery, fresh produce, food stalls & more. Bayfair Shopping Centre, cnr Maunganui Rd & Girven Rd, Mt Maunganui 6-11pm. Free entry. 022 588 2282 or email: tauranganightmarket@ hotmail.com

Come Dancing Tonight

Sequence & old time dancing, great music & supper. Greerton Hall 7.3011pm. Entry $7, run by Tauranga Scottish Soc. Nola 576 5076

Ha Derech/The Way Messianic Kehilat

Now at Hillier Centre, Bayfair Shabbat/ Saturday 10am. A one new man community & welcome all seekers of the truth. 544 7424 or 021 0226 3515

Healing Expo

Multi cultural healing group, Welcome Bay Community Centre, 242 Welcome Bay Rd 10am - 3pm. $20 entry with access to energy healing, reiki, mirimiri massage, traditional Thai massage, readers etc. Bernie 544 5557

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Community events and occasions across the Bay. Pg54 Polaris Big 4 Hunting & Fishing Competition Weigh-In 11am-3pm followed by prizegiving. Activities for the whole family during the day at Top Shot Bar, Te Puna. www. tepunahuntingfishingclub.co.nz

News, reviews and opinionated raving on the music scene. Pg55

Stories, snippets, strangeness, and general entertainment. Pg56

Sailing (IOM) International

One Meter Radio Controlled Yachts The fastest growing sailing class of today.

Come for a sail & get hooked. Every Sat & Weds at Landing Drive, The Lakes 1-4pm. Pat 0274 731 765

Smokefree Rockquest

NZ’s only nationwide, live, original music, youth event. Held at Baycourt Theatre 7pm. Adult $19, child/student $9. 577 7189 or baycourtboxoffice@ tauranga.govt.nz

Taichi Qigong

Every Sat in Memorial Park between mini golf & playground 10am. Free to join in.

Tauranga Farmers Market

Fresh & artisian produced food.

Tauranga Primary School cnr 5th Ave & Cameron Rd every Sat 7.45am - 12pm. Trixie 552 5278 or www. taurangafarmersmarket.co.nz

Village Radio

Community radio broadcasting from Tauranga Historic Village 1368 kHz AM. Music of 1920’s - 80’s weekends 9am 5pm, weekdays 10am - 5pm. Specialty programmes. www.villageradio.co.nz or 571 3710

Weekend Activities for the Over 60’s

Walks, dinners, day trips & good times.

Richard 578 3894

Sunday 28 June

Bay Bible Fellowship/Lord’s Day

Worship & communion service at Welcome Bay Primary School Hall, 309 Welcome Bay Rd 10am. New series: “To Live is Christ” - Philippians 1:1-5. Richard Roodt. www.bbf.net.nz

Bee Interest Group

Fortnightly group dog walk around waterways & beaches. Meet at Papamoa Plaza 9am. Tennille 021 030 6835

Short, contemplative service, sung by St Peter’s Chancel Choir, by candlelight at St Peter’s Anglican Church, Victoria Rd, Mt Maunganui 9.30pm.

Papamoa Lions Club Market

Held second & fourth Sunday of month at Simpson Reserve, cnr Dickson & Parton Rd 7.30-12.30pm.

Petanque Tga/BOP Club

Sung by St Peter’s Chancel Choir, Mt Maunganui at St John’s Anglican Church, Te Puke 4pm. A special service for their patronal festival.

Home Computer Club (Tga) Inc

Computer enthusiasts meet to share knowledge & experience last Sun of month at Arts & Crafts Centre, Elizabeth St West, 9.30am – 12.30pm approx. $3 door charge. Visitors welcome. 544 2067

Badminton

Tauranga Badminton Club every Mon & Weds at Bethlehem College Events Centre 7.30-9.30pm. All players welcome.

Sue 021 194 4335

Badminton Junior Club

Bethlehem College Events Centre every Mon 6-7.30pm.

Racquets available. Sue 021 194 435 www.taurangabadmintonclub.co.nz

Bay of Plenty Pipes & Drums

Army Hall, cnr 11th Ave & Devonport Rd 6.45pm. Annette 577 9272

Every Sun & Thurs at Cliff Rd 12.45pm. Boules available, tuition given.

578 3606

Bay Salsa

Mainly silent worship, hour long meeting followed by tea & talk. Every Sunday in hall behind Brain Watkins Historic House 10am. 544 0448

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Radio Controlled Model Yachts

Meet Sun & Thurs 1.30pm at pond behind 24 Montego Drive, Papamoa, to sail electron & similar 3ft long yachts for fun. Beginners welcome. Graham 572 5419

Rifle Range Public Open Day

Open to public on last Sun of the month. Range at end of Ngawaro Rd, at the TECT All Terrain Park 9am - 3pm.

Some targets available to purchase, or bring your own. Must bring own ammo, shooting rests, ear muffs etc. Fire-arms license must be presented at registration area. $15pp (cash only). No cellphone coverage. www.deerstalkersbop.org.nz

Spiritual Fellowship, the Psychic Cafe

Spiritual, psychic & healing practitioners at Greerton Community Hall, Greerton, doors open 7pm for 7.15pm start. Door charge $10, everything else free. 578 7205

Tauranga Friendship & Social Club

Walks, dinners & outings for over 50’s.

Barbara 544 7461

Underwater Hockey

Evensong

Papamoa Group Dogwalking

Office of Compline Service

Greerton Senior Citizen’s Hall, Maitland St, Greerton 1.45pm. Title: “God’s call to you.” Interactive, Q&A. Refreshments provided. Vic 543 0504

Hall 7-10.30pm. Live dance tempo music.

Bruce 576 5598 Greerton Hall 8am - 12pm. Crafts, plants, produce, bric-a-brac. Nancy/Merv 07 863 6697

Presented by the Tauranga Folk Music Club The Hinton Room - R.S.A - 1237 Cameron Road, Tauranga Tuesday 30th June - Doors open 7 pm - $15 entry

Theosophical Society

Bible Seminars

Market

Golden Cross - Waitete Rd. Moderate.

Ian 07 863 7927

Monthly meeting at Welcome Bay Community Centre (behind the Hall) 2pm. Bring something to share for afternoon tea. Gordon 027 544 2882

Concert by Operatunity, RSA Waihi Beach 10.30am. Tickets $22. Helen 07 985 1111

Let’s Dance Ballroom & Latin Dance Club Second Sat of month at Bethlehem

Katikati Tramping Club

“The gospel of Judas: what does it really say?” At Tauranga Yoga Centre, Elizabeth St West 2pm. Entry by donation, all welcome. June 576 6106

Every Sunday at Baywave. Gear & coaching available for beginners. New members welcome. Juniors (under 15) 5-6.15pm. Seniors (over 15) 6-7.40pm.

Lance 027 287 4731 or lancepotaka@ orcon.net.nz

Monday 29 June Achieve Toastmasters

Making it on Mondays. 1st, 3rd & 5th Mon at St Stephen’s Church Hall, Brookfield, Tga 7.30pm.

Chrissy 543 9493

Presents beginner salsa lessons at Otumoetai Action Centre 6.45pm - new intake every 4 weeks. $12 per class. www.baysalsa.co.nz Every Mon at Bethlehem Hall, Main highway 7.15pm. First 3 nights free.

Young or old welcome. Wendy 578 2585

Body & Soul Fun Fitness

For over 50’s, social events & guest speakers. Mon (Guest speaker today: Sandy Richie, Health Foundation) & Fri Greerton Hall Cameron Rd. Tues Wesley Church Hall, 13th Ave. Weds City Church cnr Otumoetai Rd/Sherwood St. Thurs at Tauranga Senior Citizens Hall, Norris St behind Pak n Save. All classes 9.15-10.15am. First class free. For men & women. Dianne 576 5031 Qualified Instructor/Cardiac Care leader.

Chess Mt Maunganui

Mount RSA Chess Club every Mon at Mount RSA, 544 Maunganui Rd. Juniors 6.157.15pm during school term. Open club 6pm & 7.30pm onwards. Noel 579 5412

Citizens Advice Bureau

Free, confidential info & advice about anything call in Mon - Fri at 38 Hamilton St, Tauranga 9am - 5pm or free-phone 0800 367 222 or 578 1592. Justice of Peace service every Mon 1-4pm, Weds & Thurs 9-11.30am & Weds CAB Service at Welcome Bay Community Centre 9.30am - 12.30pm. Migrant clinics Tues - Fri 1-4pm. No appointment necessary.

Civic Choir Tauranga

Every Monday at Wesley Church, 13th Ave, Tauranga 7.30pm. New members welcome. Heather 575 9092

Fitness League

Safe effective, low impact fun exercise set to music using the Bagot Stack technique, designed for women of all ages & abilities.

First class free. Every Mon at Settlers Hall Omokoroa 9.30am & Tues St Johns Anglican Church Waihi 9.30am. Dorothy 549 3378

Free Antenatal Classes

Te Ha Ora. Day & night classes.

Kaupapa Maori - but open to all cultures.

TeRina 552 4573 xt 706 or t.joseph@ pirirakauhauora.org.nz

GUIDE The Weekend Sun’s guide to who’s playing and where.

Junction Mental Health Peer Support And advocacy: coffee & chat 10am – 12pm. 543 3010

Leisure Marching

For exercise, fun & fellowship. Ladies 50+ required. No experience needed.

Coreen 570 0172

Meditation Group

Free classes Mon 10am & Weds 7.30pm. Find peace, spiritual awareness & the meaning of your life. David 576 9764

Ninja Knits Beanie Festival

Exhibition June 29 - July 11 at The Incubator, Historic Village, 17th Ave, Tauranga 10am - 2pm.

Prize giving July 11 3pm. www.facebook. com/ninjaknits.

Otumoetai Indoor Bowls

Box Drawn Mixed Pairs, Matua Primary School Hall, Clivedene St, 7.15pm. New members welcome.

Karen 576 0443

Pacific Probus Club - Mt Maunganui

Meet 3rd Mon of month at St Mary’s Anglican Church Hall, cnr Girven Rd & Marlin St 9.30am. New members welcome. Gillian 575 5684

Recycled Teenagers

Gentle exercise for 50’s forwards, & injury or illness rehabilitation. Mon & Weds, 14 Norris St, Tauranga Senior Citizens Club, behind Pak n Save. Tues at St Mary’s Church Hall, Girven Rd. All 9 - 10.30am. Classes taken by qualified instructor. First class free.

Jennifer 571 1411

Special Visit to Bethlehem College

Invitation to hear Cookie, Director of unique Jewish Messianic school in Jerusalem & hear their exciting story 7.30pm.

Supper & freewill offering. Israeli dancing included. All welcome.

Tauranga Creative Fibre

Every Mon at Arts Centre, Elizabeth St from 9.30am. Spinning, weaving, felting, knitting, crochet & more. Learn & share in a mutually supportive club. Also on Thurs evening twice a month.

Joan 577 6781

Tauranga Senior Citizens Club

Cards, 500 & Bridge Mon & Thurs.

Indoor Bowls Tues, Weds & Sat at 14 Norris St, behind Pak n Save 1-4pm.

Register by 12.45pm. $2 includes afternoon tea. New members welcome.

Welcome Bay Art Group

Meet every Mon at Lighthouse Church 9.30am - 12pm. Bob 544 4499

YMCA - ALFS

Active Lifestyles For Seniors. First class free. Open to both men & women. Mon: Matua Community Hall, Levers Rd 9am & 10.15am. Arataki Hall, Zambuk Way (off Grenada St) 9am. Tues: Papamoa Community Centre, Gra-vatt Rd 9am

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Tuesday 30 June @ The Clothesline

Pre-loved quality clothing every Tues 10am - 2pm. Children’s $1, adults $2.

Also prayer for healing on request.

Face2Face Church, 36d MacDonald St, Mt Maunganui.

ABC - Avenues Badminton Club

Every Tues at Tauranga Intermediate School Sports Centre. Juniors 6-7.30pm (term time). Seniors (Adults) 7.30-9.30pm. Club racquets & coaching available. Delwyn 027 212 4720

Alcoholics Anonymous Mt Maunganui.

Open meeting every Tues 11 Victoria Road St Peters Hall 7.30pm. 0800 229 6757 for more meetings or assistance.

Altrusa Club of Tauranga

Women’s community service group. Dinner & business meeting 2nd Tues.

Social programme 4th Tues, monthly. Interested? Denise 570 3134

Badminton (Social)

Every Tues at Otumoetai Baptist Hall 9.30am - 12pm. Racquets available. Lorraine 579 3229 All welcome.

Bayfair Petanque Club

Tuition & boules available for learners & visitors. Every Tues & Thurs at Bayfair Reserve, Russley Drive 1pm. Margaret 572 3173

Bethlehem Pottery Club

Open Tues, Weds & Thurs 10am 3pm, or when the flag is flying. Call in & meet the members & find out how to join. Email: bethlehempottery@ gmail.com or Jane 552 0046 after 6pm.

Cards 500

Every Tues & Thurs at Mt Maunganui Senior Citizens, 345 Maunganui Rd 1pm. 575 4650

DadzKare

A support group for separated fathers. Meet every Tues at 538 Fraser St 7.30pm. 928 4323

Darts

Inachord Chorus Womens 4 Part Harmony

Every Tues at Bethlehem Community Church, 183 Moffat Rd 6.55pm. Enjoy the challenge of singing & performing varied repertoire. Cathy 579 2040 email: inachordchorus@gmail.com

Israeli Dancing

Beginners class every Tues at Gate Pa Primary School, Cameron Rd 7-8pm. All ages welcome, no partner required.

Maria 544 1680 or 022 165 2114

Leisure Marching Team

Seeking new members aged 30-50+ for friendly leisure marching. Practice Tues 6-8pm. Ph/txt Ardell 027 937 4248

Merge Social Connections

New residents recently moved to Tauranga welcome. 1st & 3rd Tues of month at Comida Tapas Bar, 59 The Strand, Tauranga 5-7pm for social get together & meet new friends. Email merge.tauranga@gmail.com

Mount Morning Badminton

Social, competitive, all ages, beginners welcome. Racquets available. Visitors $5 per session. Every Tues at Mount Sports Centre, Blake Park 9am - 12pm.

Maxeen 575 0162

Neighbourhood Run

Running all year round. Cheyne Rd 6am start. Free. Every Tues/Thurs/Fri. Svetlana 027 616 2124

Oriana Singers

Community choir meet every Tues at St Andrew’s Church Hall, Dee St, Mount 7-9pm. New members welcome.

Terry 578 5937

Otumoetai Toastmasters

Leadership skills, speaking skills. At Lyceum Club rooms, 68 1st Ave 7.159.30pm. Alan 544 5989

Petanque - Tga/BOP Club

All welcome to try a new sport. Equip available, all coaching given. Club Mt Maunganui 12.45pm start.

Neita 572 3768

Sequence Dancing

Tauranga Social & Leisure Club. St John’s Anglican Church Hall, 94 Bureta Rd, Otumoetai.

Every Tues 7-9.30pm except second Tues of month 3.30-6pm.

Visitors welcome. Murray 576 3294

South City Bowling Club

Championship Triples (Bieleski/ Reid Cup) at Greerton Hall 7pm. New members welcome. Mary 541 0687

Spiritual Guidance & Bowen Therapy Room 2 behind Wild Herbs Natural Health, 775 Cameron Rd, Tauranga.

For appointment, Kerry 552 6768 or 021 607 797

At Club Mt Maunganui, Kaiwaka St 7pm. Everyone from 12-112 yrs welcome. Faye 0274 748 061

Tauranga Acoustic Music Club

Varied art programmes every Tues at 171a Elizabeth St West 7-9pm.

Interested? 576 9592

Tauranga Morning Badminton Club

Drawing/Painting

Excel Toastmasters

Meet every 2nd, 4th & 5th Tues of the month at Arataki Community Centre, Zambuk Way, Bayfair 6.158.30pm. Learn leadership & public speaking skills. Kaaren 572 5988

Fire & Grace Nights

Releasing the fire of the Father’s love for the restoration of a nation. Every Tues at Bethlehem Town Centre, above Metro Pharmacy 7pm. FB: The Father’s House Aotearoa NZ Ministry School.

Fitness League

Ladies 50 plus exercise with dance to music.

Improve posture, energy, toned body, increased strength. Every Tues at St Columba Church, 502 Otumoetai Rd, Cherrywood 9.30-10.30am. Gloria 573 4429

Free Falun Dafa Classes

At Hillier Centre, 31 Gloucester Rd, Mt Maunganui 7pm. A traditional Chinese self-cultivation practice to improve mind & body. Easy to learn.

Judy 021 0425 398 en.falundafa.org

Golden Kiwis Leisure Marching Team

Meet every Tues at Blake Park netball courts, Mt Maunganui 10am. Fun, fellowship, exercise for ladies 55+.

Coreen 570 0172 Greerton Village Community Music Morning For seniors – come along & join us in a morning of music. 1st Tues of month at Greerton Hall 10-11.30am. Guest artist. Entry $4, includes morning tea.

Di/Charley 027 626 2496

Jam sessions. Sing, play or just listen & enjoy. Greerton RSA 7.30-10pm. Sheryl 552 5906 Every Tues & Thurs at Queen Elizabeth Youth Centre, Memorial Park cnr 11th Ave & Devonport Rd 9-11.30am. Heather 574 0976

Tauranga Patchwork & Quilters Group

Meet every 1st & 3rd Tues 7pm & 2nd & 4th Fri 10am at Tauranga Art Centre, 177 Elizabeth St, Tauranga.

Helen 0274 177 581

Tauranga Scrabble Club

Every Tues at Tauranga Bridge Club, Ngatai Rd 9am. 3 games $3. New players welcome. 544 8372

Tauranga Toastmasters

Tga Lyceum Club 7.15-9.30pm.

Confidence building, speaking skills, leadership skills. Alan 544 5989

Te Puke Lyceum Club

Baywide Community Law Service

Drop in clinic every Weds at 63 Willow St 5-6.30pm. No appointment necessary. Free legal assistance. 571 6812. Every Tues morning at Te Puke Clinic. For appointment 573 5614.

Every 2nd Thurs morning at Katikati Clinic. For appointment 549 0399

Cards

Do you play cribbage or would like to learn the game? Every Weds at Tauranga RSA 1pm. New members welcome. Rona 578 7939

Club Mt Maunganui Indoor Bowls Every Weds night. Jim 572 1983

Fernlands Spa Water Exercise Classes

Weds 10.45-11.45am held rain or shine but not during school holidays.

New participants planning to attend ph Jennifer 571 1411

Gate Pa Indoor Bowls

Club night, Greerton Hall 7.30pm. Champ Finals 7pm.

Kevin 543 4044

Healing Rooms

Experience God’s healing touch at Bethlehem Town Centre cnr shop behind PO/Bookstore every Weds 1-3pm. 021 110 0878 or at Papamoa Fashion Island, 42 Gravatt Rd, next to Esquires every Weds 3-4pm. 022 120 5406. No appointment necessary, no charge. All ages welcome. www.healingrooms.co.nz

Mount Healing & Spiritual Centre

Guest speaker: Suzan Hansen (new book out UFO), Fellowship & celebration at Omanu Bowling Club, Golf Rd, Mount. Doors open 7pm for 7.30pm. Door charge $3. All welcome.

Janet 027 264 0226

Otumoetai Lions

Assist in community based activities & enjoy fellowship & social. Meet 1st & 3rd Weds of month. Fellowship 5.30pm followed by meal 6.30pm.

Visitors & new members welcome.

Robert 576 8445 or http://www. lionsclubs.org.nz/Clubs/202L/Zone-9/ Otumoetai

Papamoa Palms Probus Club

Meet first Weds of month at Papamoa Sports & Recreation Centre 11.15am.

All welcome. Sue 574 3280

Scottish Country Dancing

Every Weds at Senior Citizens Hall, Maunganui Rd, Mt Maunganui.

Beginners class 6pm, regular class 7.30pm. Lynne 573 5055

Tauranga South Garden Club

Meet first Weds of month at Central Baptist Church Hall, cnr 13th Ave/Cameron Rd 1.30-3pm. Visitors welcome.

Margaret 578 1017

Toastmasters City Early Start

The 6 F’s Club - Fast, focused, flexible, feedback, friendly & fun.

Confidence & leadership building.

Every Weds at Avgas Cafe, Classic Flyers 6.50-8.15am. 021 044 5654 LaniDTM@gmail.com or http:// cityearlystart.toastmastersclubs.org

Wanganui Girls’ College Old Girls’ Assn

Tauranga branch mid year luncheon, Tauranga Sport Fishing Club, Sulphur Pt Marina 11am. All past students welcome. 548 2110

Thursday 2 July

Bay Salsa Presents Salsa on the Strand

Intro class at La Mexica 8pm followed by social dancing. Really social, no partner required. $2 entry fee (members free). www.baysalsa.co.nz

Luncheon 12pm. 8 Palmer Place, Te Puke. Margaret 573 5355

Christian Services

Players & beginners invited to play indoor bowls, cards, 500 every Tues & Fri 12.45pm. $3 includes afternoon tea.

Weds, bolivia cards 1pm. Jocelyn St, Te Puke. 573 7887

Community Bible Study International

Te Puke Senior Citizen’s Club

The Bookbinder

An award winning story of mystery, magic & mayhem that weaves shadowplay, paper art, puppetry & music into an inventive performance for children & adults. At Baycourt 6pm & 8pm. 577 7189 or baycourtboxoffice@tauranga.govt.nz

Wednesday 1 July Age Concern Walking Group

Meet at St Stephens Church off Brookfield Terrace 10am. All welcome.

578 2631

Held every Thurs 7.30-8.30pm & Sun 3.30-4.30pm at Welcome Bay Hall, Welcome Bay Rd. 021 026 86421 At 14th Ave Gospel Centre 10am 12pm for a non denominational Bible Study on the Book of Mark. Jack/Betty 544 3809

Concert Band

Every Thursday. Katikati’s long established friendly concert band, new wind players welcome, school age through to retirement. Sue 021 132 3804

Fitness League

Safe, effective, low impact exercise to music using the Bagot Stack technique, designed to help with posture, balance & stamina, combination of exercise, movement & dance. All ages & abilities. Complementary 1st class.

Thurs: Central Baptist Church Hall,

cnr 13th Ave/Cameron Rd 9.30am. Weds: Katikati Memorial Hall 10am. Pam 549 4799 or 021 117 7170

French Connection

For lovers or all things French. Come & meet like-minded people over a relaxed drink. Meet every second Thurs at Comida on the Strand between 4.30-6.30pm. Email Andrea at agohns@yahoo.co.nz

Genealogy

Tauranga Branch NZ Soc of Genealogists meet at St James Church Hall, 72 Pooles Rd, Greerton 7.30pm. Speaker: Bernice Smith - “Tokanui Hospital Cemetery Project.” Visitors & new members welcome. Jennifer 576 7042

Mount Maunganui Creative Fibre

Every Thurs at Arataki Community Centre 9am - 1pm where we share, learn & enjoy spinning, weaving, crochet, knitting, felting & other creative crafts. New members welcome. Kris 579 9994

Mount Underwater Club

Club night at Mount Ocean Sports Clubrooms, cnr The Mall & Salisbury Ave, Mt Maunganui 7.30pm. Photo presentation on PNG trip. New members welcome. Gail 021 471 768 or gail.bingham58@gmail.com

Sunshine Dance Group

Learn sequence dancing at a friendly club.

Meet every Thurs at Baptist Church Hall, cnr 13th Ave & Cameron Rd 7-8.30pm, followed by dancing till 10pm. $2pp, entrance includes supper. Jan 544 4379

Tauranga Heart Support Group

Low impact group exercise class for those with or at risk of heart disease. Every Thurs at City Church, Otumoetai, & every Mon at St Enoch’s Church Hall, 16th Ave. Both 9.30-10.30am. $4pp includes light refreshment. Hannah (Clinical Exercise Physiologist) 0508 227 342

Toastmasters - Kickstart Breakfast Club

Speak confidently in a fun environment.

Alimento Cafe 7am, guests welcome. Helen 571 6181

The Mount Art Group

Meet every Thurs at St Peters Church Hall, Victoria Rd, Mount 9am - 1pm. Merilynn 575 6777

Tennis Seniors WBOP

Players 35+, Tauranga Lawn Tennis Club, Wharepai Domain 9am - 12pm. $3 ball fee.

New members welcome. Lynda tswbop@gmail.com

“What’s On” is a FREE service for non-profit clubs & organisations.

Friday 3 July

2015 Ladies Long Charity Lunch

ASB Arena, Baypark, 81 Truman Lane, Mt Maunganui 11am – 5pm. Get your girlfriends & colleagues together for a day of self indulgence, entertainment, fine wine & cuisine & raise funds for 2 local charities – Te Aranui Youth Trust & Good Neighbour.

Book your table now. http://www.tayt. org.nz/ladies-long-lunch or https://www. facebook.com/LadiesLongLunch

Alcoholics Anonymous

Open meeting every Fri at Hamner Clinic, 1235 Cameron Rd, Greerton (behind Bridgestone) 7.30pm. 0800 229 6757 for more meetings or assistance.

Chess Tauranga

Every Fri at Tauranga RSA, Greerton 6pm & 7pm onwards for the whole family. Werner 548 1111 http://www. westernbopchess.weebly.com/

Free Immigration Clinic

Every Fri - legal advice & information on immigration issues. For appointment, Baywide Community Law 571 6812

Kowhai Probus Club Bethlehem

Meet first Fri of month at Tauranga Citizens Club, cnr Cameron Rd & 13th Ave 10am. Second Tues of month meet 10.30am at various venues in Tauranga.

Film group meet last Fri of month to attend a film at local cinemas.

Sid 579 1093 ME/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome Support BOP EasiYoga upstairs 14B Hocking St, Mt Maunganui 11am – 12pm. Gentle exercises. Bring your own mat. All welcome. Tina 281 1480 or email tina@mebop. org.nz Tauranga Performing Arts Competitions Soc 2015 competitions week July 3-12 at Baycourt Theatre. 3 sessions daily. Adults $2, students $1 per session. Great holiday entertainment. www.taurangacompetitions. co.nz

The Sociables

30’s/40’s age group of males & females that meet up once a week to socialise by dining out or participating in local activities & event. Email sociables@ outlook.co.nz

Email julie@thesun.co.nz or Fax 571 1116 or post to PO Box 240, Tauranga.

Deadline 3pm Tuesdays.

Contributions should be less than 20 words.

, Mt Maunganui

8th June, 10.00am - 5:00pm

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Big on little markets at ladies long lunch O C C A S I ON

On July 3, at ASB Arena, the 2015 Ladies Long Charity Lunch will host what’s described as a luxurious guilt free day of self-indulgence, fine wine and cuisine.

What isn’t widely known is that the Little Big Markets have pulled together an “in market” experience, showcasing some of the finest fashion that the Bay has to offer.

While being entertained by some of NZ’s leading sports and business leaders, you’ll have the opportunity to shop with Chaos and Harmony, Sisters and Co, Arc and Bow, Nyne, Re Create, Wallis, No3 and Jacinta Fitzgerald.

All stores will have Ladies Long Lunch Charity specials, value adds or end-of-line sales, offering

7.30pm.

Drivers Bar Sunday 28 – Helen Riley Saturday 27 – S.O.B & Sandpit 4.30pm. from 3pm. An afternoon of Rockin Blues.

The Crown & Badger Greer’s Gasto Bar Friday 26 – Shabang.

Sunday 28 – Iceÿ re 5-8pm.

Saturday 27 – Piston Broke.

Popular covers & easy listening The Matua duo.

Sunday 28 – The Blarney Boys Mount RSA 3-6pm.

Friday 26 – Andy Bowman Wednesday 1 – A Taste of 7.30pm.

Country Night 7.30-10pm.

Saturday 27 – Black Top Blur

Rachelle and Chris Duffy, owners of The Little Big Markets, are supporting the 2015 Ladies Long Charity Lunch and are excited to be involved with the event next Friday.

a chance to spoil yourself while supporting a great charity event.

Rachelle and Chris Duffy, owners of The Little Big Markets and Little Big Events, say they are “pumped” to be involved with the Ladies Long Charity Lunch.

There are a few tables left so if you’re a small group or by yourself, the Ladies Long Charity Lunch is able to introduce you to likeminded women looking to fill their tables and deliver another great opportunity to network.

With the opportunity to win a $15,000 diamond ring, a fivecourse degustation, live auction, international guest speakers and the chance to get yourself a bargain, you don’t want to miss this event.

Show your support to Good Neighbour charitable trust and Te Aranui Youth Trust by booking your place. Seats are limited to 60 tables, with tickets at $120 per head.

Getting into the winter spirits Another fantastic Pink Ribbon Breakfast was held at The Phoenix, raising more than $8000 for this worthwhile cause.

A very sincere and welldeserved thank you goes out to Melissa Lawrence for co-ordinating the event again and a huge cheers to the supporting sponsors who, with their support, contribute to the Pink Ribbon Breakfast’s success.

The Bay of Plenty provided great weather for The Phoenix Fishing Trip, but certainly forgot to tell the fish about doing their part.

Leanne’s John Dory was the largest fish landed with many under-sized snapper, blue cod and a small kingfish being returned for another day or another trip. Better luck next time guys and girls!

Yesterday I received two examples of international quality premium spirits, which are produced right here in the Bay of Plenty.

Developed for Simply Pure Limited, there is the simply stunning Chatham Islands Black Robin Rare Gin and the salubrious Fiordland Blue Duck Rare Vodka.

The bottle presentation of both is, professionally speaking, “pure sexy” because they’re totally classy, elegant and extremely eye-catching.

In just two years, this vodka has been placed in the world’s 10 best vodkas and the gin has easily surpassed Hendrick’s Gin in the world market.

The next instalment of a Glass Half Full will be purely about these two superb products from Simply Pure Limited, so see you then.

The Weekend Sun has a $50 The Phoenix voucher to give away to a lucky reader who can tell us what company was the two vodkas in the article developed for?

Enter online at www.sunlive.co.nz under the competitions section.

Entries must be received before Wednesday, July 1.

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By Winston Watusi

Winston’s eight picks for the week ‘The Matrix’. What a long road down. ‘Cloud Atlas’ Occasionally, Winston’s brain is so mouldered from over-indulgence that he can’t string together a coherent was brilliant but a box-office plank, this did little better. Why you should watch is the design. Forget the column. So just picks stuff he likes. He hopes you like story of an earthling chosen one saving the planet from it too. interplanetary people-farmers – just look at the visuals.

Gig of the Week: Next Tuesday, June 30, at 7.30pm, Stunning, stunning stuff.

Chris Thompson is coming to Tauranga RSA’s Food of the Week: Rocky Nut Hinton Room. Chris Thompson Road Snickers. I’m not one to is a legend, he’s absolute New encourage obesity but if that’s Zealand folk royalty so thank you what it takes to enjoy something to the Tauranga Acoustic Music as good as this then all I can say Club for bringing him to town. is Hell Yeah! Easily leaping to Don’t know him? To avoid the head of the current queue confusion, this is Chris Malcolm of “gimmick” bars that make Thompson from Raglan, not something else into a chocolate Chris Hamlet Thompson, from slab (L&P, the new Jelly Tip, etc) Hamilton who went on to sing this is good enough to stand on with Manfred Mann. its own. Better than either rocky This Chris has played in Julie road or Snickers!

Felix’s band, toured with Stevie Drink of the Week: Vodka and Ray Vaughan and Brownie Cranberry. An old favourite but McGhee, has released many drink it now because limes are in albums and had his songs covered season. A V&C only works with the world over. His heroes are fresh lime; no fresh lime, it tastes Bert Jansch and Townes Van of nothing. Choose your own Zandt. Entry is $15 for public, quantities but a squeeze of fresh local songwriters will open, and lime is the magic bullet. afterwards Chris promises a blues Quote of the Week 1: workshop/jam.

Chris Hamlet Thompson is coming In America, Rush Limbaugh Album of the Week: to Tauranga on June 30. blames Charleston’s racial killings Leonard Cohen – ‘Can’t Forget: on evolution – “If you happen A Souvenir of the Grand Tour’. to be a young kid in junior high or high school, and A second live album since the award-winning ‘Popular you’re being force-fed evolution, and part of evolution Problems’ from last year – a song from which opens is teaching that the transition from dark skin to light the new TV series of ‘True Detective’. This one has skin equals more evolved, what are you gonna think of 10 songs: a couple of favourites – ‘Joan of Arc’, the dark-skin people?...I’m hearing from people that this title track – some rarities, two new tunes, and two unlikely but spirited covers. Culled from sound-checks is part of the curriculum. Well, if that’s true, for crying out loud, then it makes it a little more understandable and various concerts it’s a wonderful collection, just why people like this Dylann Roof guy exist”. what the title promises. And the final monologue on Quote of the Week 2: Leonard Cohen breaks down ageing is great (see Quote 2, below). the six stages of attraction: “You start off irresistible.

Movie of the Week: ‘Jurassic World’. Seen it yet?

And then you become resistible. And then you become If not then get along and enjoy the world’s biteytransparent – not exactly invisible but as if you are est theme park. Yes it’s big and dumb but... it’s seen through old plastic. Then you actually do become got dinosaurs! This sensibly gets back to the very invisible. And then – and beginning – the park. That’s what everyone wants: this is the most amazing to go to an island park where you can see actual transformation – you dinosaurs. This is a film made for the big screen. become repulsive. But The eventual running, screaming and chomping get that’s not the end of the to be a bit of a drag, but... it’s got dinosaurs! story. After repulsive then DVD of the Week: ‘Jupiter Ascending’. you become cute – and After ‘Jurassic World’ you might as well keep up that’s where I am”. the silliness with this absurd piece of sci-fi from the people who once ruled the world after creating watusi@thesun.co.nz

Collecting for Vanuatu

Tomorrow Waihi Beach will be hosting a collection of items for those who lost their homes and livelihoods in the March cyclone which hit Vanuatu.

The collection is at Beach Home Hardware, with some Vanuatuans present, playing instruments. To have items collected for the cause, call Graeme on 07 549 2246 or 027 274 2348.

THANK YOU

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An introduction to Israeli education and culture Situated in the grounds of the Anglican School in Jerusalem, the Makor Hatikva School provides an excellent education from preschool to Grade 8.

hem College Performing Arts Centre there will be an opportunity to meet the director/ manager of this unique Messianic Christian School in Jerusalem – Cookie-Schwaeber Issan.

It’s believed Messianic (Christian) Jewish children are not readily accepted by their peers. The school has developed in 20 years from a handful in a pre-school, to nearly 100 children who receive a high quality education in Hebrew.

The evening will include music and Israeli dancing, and conclude with supper and a free will offering.

This unique school uses both the Israeli syllabus and the Bible as a basis for their studies; visiting Biblical sites and participating in all the Biblical feasts. Students are prepared to fit into the secular secondary system when they graduate.

On Monday, June 29, at 7.30pm at Bethle-

Director/manager of Messianic Christian School in Jerusalem Cookie-Schwaeber Issan.

Go to Viva Las Vegas right here in Tauranga To provide a unique night out, Tauranga companies Corporate Casino and Total Entertainment Solutionz are collaborating to create the Viva Las Vegas experience in the city on July 4.

and if gambling is not really your thing you can sit and watch the four different shows on through the night instead.”

Some extra fun stuff on the night is a photoboothstyle photography area, where show-goers can have photos with showgirls, or Elvis and Marilyn “and a street artist who can draw your portrait –even better it’s all included in your ticket price”.

‘Viva Las Vegas’ is on Saturday, July 4 at Tauranga Viva Las Vegas offers a great night with a fun Racecourse. Door opens 5.30pm and theatre doors casino, three-course American-style dinner, opens 6.30pm, with a finish time of 10.30pm. The themed characters, showgirls, singers, portrait event is strictly R18. artist and much more at Tauranga Racecourse For tickets or more information, from 6.30pm. see vivalasvegas.co.nz “We’ve tried to create the chaotic feeling of The Weekend Sun has one double Vegas where everything is going on at once. The pass to ‘Viva Las Vegas’ in Tauranga patrons can choose what they do throughout the to give away to a lucky ready who night and everything is in the big over the top can tell us the date of the show?

American style – even the dinner,” says director Showgirls, singers, a casino and Enter online at www.sunlive.co.nz under the Sara Toomer.

“If someone prefers to play on the casino tables, everything over-the-top America competitions section. Entries must be received before Wednesday, July 1. is coming to Tauranga. they can do that all night vying for the big prize,

Two-piece Brahms and Bassoon on stage Bay of Plenty Symphonia’s next concert on July 5 is promised to be a real treat for classical music aficionados.

Brahms and Bassoon at Tauranga Boys’ College’s Graham Young Youth Theatre includes a major work by German composer Johannes Brahms and features international bassoon soloist Ingrid Hagan – plus other satisfying items.

Nino Rota’s rarely heard bassoon concerto is almost certainly a New Zealand premiere, quite a coup for Tauranga. Rota is mainly known for his film music, including ‘The Godfather’. The concerto is described as a cheerful and tuneful piece, with lots of character in the solo part.

American Ingrid Hagan is the principal

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bassoonist with the Auckland Philharmonia and is delighted to have the opportunity to play this concerto with BOP Symphonia.

The other main work in this concert is Brahms’s captivating ‘Serenade No 2’, written for the love of his life, Clara Schumann.

These two pieces are supplemented by two shorter favourites, Ravel’s ‘Valses Nobles et Sentimentales’ and Samuel Barber’s ‘Adagio for Strings’. Ravel originally wrote the Valses for piano, before arranging it for very large orchestra.

The symphonia’s music director and conductor Justus Rozemond has re-orchestrated it for the symphonia’s smaller group of players.

Bay of Plenty Symphonia presents

Brahms and Bassoon at Graham Young Youth Centre on Sunday, July 5, at 2.30pm.

To book tickets, visit www.iticket.co.nz, phone 0508 iTICKET, or visit Creative Tauranga on Willow St. The Weekend Sun has Ingrid Hagan. one double pass to give away to a lucky reader who can tell us where the event is held.

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Give birth to God’s dream for us And unto us a princess is born.

Princess Charlotte Elizabeth Diana.

Great excitement at the royal palace and to those with a love for all things royal and, like myself, new babes.

There was excitement and anticipation nine months ago when the royal birth was announced for the parents and the world waiting. Conception of a new baby is usually the easy part flowing with joy followed by much preparation.

During the weeks, feelings of unease and tiredness emerge. The mother starts to take on a new look. Her size increases and as she nears towards the birth all she wants is to deliver her baby. Time for that which has come full term to be delivered. When a dream that has come from God has been conceived in your heart, a season comes for your “baby” to be born.

The Father’s House Aotearoa NZ Ministry School is a place of birth amidst joy, tears, sleepless nights and expectancy mingled with excitement. The Healing Well of the Father’s Love, a healing workshop has just taken place, and a weekend retreat school is being held on October 23 with a guest speaker.

Come celebrate with us at the birth of

The Story - The King Who Had it All Patrick White

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our baby, a gift to the nation of Aotearoa where revelation of the Father’s love is found, fresh fire and hope for a new season.

By Graeme and Janet Johansen

A travelling healing priest With calls on his specialty from destinations throughout Australasia, and even from the USA, Marist Father John Rea has managed to keep a biannual appointment with the two Tauranga Catholic parishes.

The parishes – St Joseph’s Te Puna and St Mary Immaculate Tauranga – have both now combined into the new parish of St Thomas Aquinas.

This weekend, June 27-28 will be the fifth such weekend for the retreat and healing service spanning a period of 10 years.

During this time Father John’s healing services have not been exclusively Catholic, as other Tauranga Father John Rea. denominations

can testify, and there are many people here who attribute improved health and other answers to their requested prayers to his services.

All are welcome to the Healing Service at St Mary Immaculate Church at 2pm this Sunday, June 28.

Sunday Gatherings 10:00 am Mount Sports Club 51 Miro Street Blake Park The Mount

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The secret to clean ceilings Unfortunately, most people don’t find out that you should never try to rub flyspots, Spot Free Cleaning Ltd has the secret grease, mould or dirt from to clean ceilings. your ceilings until it’s too late. new rub-marks in the paint finish

Colin Dale of Spot Free Ceilings Ltd says the reason is rubbing leaves ugly rub-marks in the paint.

Colin has developed a high-tech, custom, unique solution that supercleans all types of ceilings using no obnoxious chemicals and creates no

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Using a powerful 15-bar steam generator that produces 170 degree centigrade dry steam in a fine spray, Colin can lift off all the ceiling muck without damaging the paint whatsoever. Results vary with the age and quality of the paint, how bad and how long the dirt has been up there and if someone has “had a go” at cleaning it before.

Spot Free Ltd covers all of the Waikato and Bay of Plenty areas.

For more information, or to book a quote, call Spot Free Ceilings Ltd today.

New-look suits just for you!

Traditionally, suits come in two shades: black or black. Now, Frank Casey Formal Suit Hire is breaking all the rules with a new range of coloured suits to not only hire, but also to buy as part of the new retail component of their store.

“We’re starting to build for the wedding season,” says owner Donald

Welsh. “We’ve got handsome shades of blues and navys, as well as charcoals and greys for those wanting something a little different for their formal occasion.”

As well as new suits, Frank Casey Formal Suit Hire now stocks a range of business shirts, starting at $19.95 and good-quality hoodies for a more smart-casual look.

For those wanting something completely different, they now sell a small range of upcycled jackets too, ex-hire stock items which have been retrimmed and restyled to make you stand out from the crowd.

And, as always, Frank Casey Formal Suit Hire has new traditional suits to hire for the big day, or the big school dance.

To look dapper for any formal occasion, visit the team at 89 Grey St.

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THIS WEEKS GARAGE SALES! arataki 21 REILLY AVE Sunday 28 June. General household items incl furniture & fridge freezer.

bayfair 21A HIBISCUS AVE 8am start. Clearing out houselot; bedroom, kitchen, lounge, shed. Trundler bed, bbq, linen, books, 40inch flatscreen TV. All must go.

welcome bay 147 VICTORY STREET Saturday 27 & Sunday 28 8am - 12pm both days. Fundraiser; household goods & sausage sizzle.

arts & crafts ONE DAY & EVENING workshops. Get out and get busy over winter in our nicely heated workshop with other crafty people.

Mosaics, Ceramic painting, fused glass and stained glass options.

Contact Lynn 571.3726 at Clay Art Studio and Leadlight Expressions.

Historic Village, 17th Avenue.

bible digest “MAY HE GIVE you the deisre of your heart and make all your plans succeed.” Psalm 20:4

cars for sale A NO DEPOSIT DEAL from $50 p/w. Cars, vans, & 4x4s. To find out more txt ‘NEWCAR’ and your name to 9090. Learner licence welcome, with good guarantor.

CAR FAIR – buy or sell any vehicle every Sunday at 11th Avenue Car park opposite Mad Butcher 8am-noon. Ph for more information 027 733 9686 or www.taurangacarfair.co.nz

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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

TRUSTED HOUSESITTERS available from 8 Aug - 22 Aug, 17 Oct - 11 Dec. 14 years housesitting experience in Tauranga, excellent references.

Ph 027 302 8328 or evenings 543 3457

SPIRITUAL GUIDANCE & counselling. Need some direction?

Confused, not sure where you’re heading? Readings, Healings and Counselling by experienced therapist. Ph Kerry 021 607 797 or 07 552 6768

decks pergolas, small stopping and painting jobs. Ian - the Fixit Man. 40 yrs tradesman. Free quotes. Ph 021 670 770

DRIVING MISS DAISY – available for all! Special needs are catered for including assistance with a walker or wheelchair. Ask for us if you have an injury and have ACC subsidized transportation needs.

Safe, friendly, reliable service. Ph Jackie from Driving Miss Daisy 552 6614

NO.8 TOURS TRAVEL CLUB. Specialists in fully escorted day, extended tours and shows.

Interested in meeting some new friends and visiting some wonderful destinations, call today to view our beautiful free new tour schedule. Free door to door service. Free colour brochure. Ph the No8 Tours team on 579 3981 or email info@no8tours.co.nz

FREE ON SITE DIAGNOSIS & quote. We come to you & don’t charge extra for travel. Pensioner discounts. Ph Kyle at Tech Solutions 027 828 7078

entertainment TAURANGA TANDEM SKYDIVING best buzz in the Bay! Gift vouchers available.

Ph 574 8533 today

gardening BE READY for Winter! Lawns mowed, trees/hedges trimmed, palm trees pruned, edging done, general tidy ups, rubbish removal.

Quality work. Ph Steve 571 2295 or 021 0264 8265 LAWN MOWING covering all of Tauranga. Experienced contractor, reliable service. Ph Chris 549 0446 or 027 200 8578 LAWNMOWING HONEST reliable operator. Mulch or catch + edges done from only $15.

Ph/txt Hayden 021 488 219 PEAVINE HAY in convectional bales suitable for garden mulch - a much cheaper option than buying in bags. Barley straw also available. Ph 533 1922 or www.billwebb.co.nz

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AC PETFOODS collect injured & unwanted cows & horses.

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AFFORDABLE BUILDING MAINTENANCE House repairs, spouting/roofing repairs, house painting, general maintenance.

20 years experience. Ph Andy 022 350 0600

lost & found FOUND KITTENS, various colours & locations, please call SPCA if you have lost one 07 578 0245 Found- Tortishell female cat Welcome bay area Ref 21905 Ph SPCA Found- Tri coloured female puppy Merivale area Ref 21907 Ph SPCA Found- Black white and brown lop Rabbit Ref 21909 Ph SPCA Found – Tan and black female puppy Te Puna area Ref 21911 Ph SPCA LOST CAT Chucky, adult neutered black male, black, green eyes. Missing from Western BOP. Much loved pet.

Ph 022 176 5155 MISSING CAT Male, black Oriental Shorthair. Missing from The Lakes, Pyes Pa area. Please phone or text 021 808 681

markets STALL HOLDERS REQUIRED: New Fleamarket. Sundays Cherrywood. Bookings essential.

Phone sunnie 022 099 8528 or 576 8740

mobility MOBILITY SCOOTERS wheelchairs, walkers & more.

Visit our showroom 29 Burrows St, Tauranga. Ph 578 1213 MES ‘Supporting your independence’

APPLIANCE REPAIRS For service of all Fisher & Paykel, Haier and Elba appliances, Ph 0800 372 273 for your local technician.

BOAT BUILDING repairs and maintenance. Timber & fibreglass trade qualified, boat builder.

Ph Shaun 021 992 491 or 07 552 0277 BRYCE DECORATING Interior & exterior painting, wallpapering.

Quality work. Ph Wayne 579 5588 or 021 162 7052 ELECTRICIAN, 18+ years experience, NZ registered.

Residential & commercial, maintenance & service, new builds, renovations.

Fast, friendly service. Ph Andrew 022 354 1960 FLOOR & WALL TILER. Over 35 years experience. All tiles, stone & slate. Ph 027 317 9031 HANDYMAN BUILDING and section maintenance, decks, fencing, pergolas, painting, water blasting, odd jobs. Free quotes Ph Rossco 027 270 3313 or 544 5911 HANDYMAN BUILDING MAINTENANCE complete bathroom renovations & repairs,

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Make. Mend. Ph Rob at Magic Seal 543 4940 PAINTER/DECORATOR Interior and Exterior, quality workmanship friendly services. Over 20 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 PAINTERS AVAILABLE for immediate start. Interior/exterior.

Guaranteed workmanship. For free quotes, Ph Graeme today 022 0466 776 or 07 544 5234 ROOF PAINTING and maintenance. Roofs rescrewed.

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Free quotes! Ph Mark 543 3670 or 021 0273 8840 ROOF REPAIRS free quotes for all maintenance of leaking roofs, gutter cleaning & repairs.

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Registered roofer, 30yrs exp. Ph Peter 542 4291 or 027 436 7740

STUMPINATOR STUMP Grinding free quotes & prompt service. Narrow machine to access rear yards. Ph 576 4245 or 022 076 4245 TIMBER RETAINING WALLS decks and all types of fencing.

Excellent work at a competitive price. Ph Clive 021 048 2833 or 552 6510 TREE SHRUB and hedges trimming, topping removal, rubbish removal, palm pruning or removal, satisfaction guaranteed free quote. Ph Steve Hockly 571 5958 or 027 498 18570

Know who you’re dealing with You’re about to make perhaps the biggest financial transaction of your life and you’re dealing with an industry saddled with a dubious reputation.

Whether or not that reputation’s deserved, you’ll have to engage with a real estate agent.

Unfortunately, you don’t get to hear about honest, hard-working real estate agents because honesty isn’t newsworthy.

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But we all want our agent to be honest, ethical, professional and experienced. Are they a rare breed and how can we ensure we get a kosher one?

We’re told 10 per cent of agents do 90 per cent of the business and they’re more likely to be the type buyers and sellers can trust.

As buyers and sellers, we have choices who we deal with. It’s important to check the agent is licensed and whether they’ve have had any complaints upheld against them.

We can test the water. Contact as many agents as you like for an appraisal of your property before you decide who to list with. If there is one you know and trust you can contact them directly.

You don’t have to deal with the agent the property is listed with. You can contact any agent in the agency the property is listed with.

There is an online public register, including contact details, of all licensed real estate agents in New Zealand. Use it to you advantage.

Remember that no matter how friendly, understanding and helpful a real estate agent may

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appear, they are working in the best interests of the seller. They get paid by the seller when the deal is done. However, and it’s a big however, real estate agents have an obligation to treat the buyer fairly.

Know who you’re dealing with. It’s illegal to act as a real estate agent if you aren’t one. No licence, no practice.

If you deal with an unlicensed agent there’s no redress if things go pear-shaped.

travel & tours “AA” TOUR 1 = THE GREAT NORTH ISLAND Train Trip..... from Auckland to Wellington, flights included; Tour 2 = Winter Escape to Waiheke Island. Tour 3 = The Australian Outback Tour. Tour 4 = Wairarapa Country Tour. Tour 5 = The 2015 South Island Spring Tour (many highlights included). Door to Door Service. Free Newsletters.

Contact The Hinterland Tours Team on 575 8118 or 027 235 7714 AUSTRALIAN OUTBACK TOUR - Door to Door Service, Return Flights, All accommodation, Visit 3 outback Stations, River Cruises, Shows, smokos, dinners, and much, much more. See the Australian Outback....this will be a trip of a life time!! Contact The Hinterland Tours Team on 575 8118 or 027 235 7714 for full details.

ARE YOU INTERESTED in Shows ? Michael Flatley – Lord of the Dance , CATS Revival hits NZ in September, World of Wearable Arts Show in Wellington plus visit the Te Papa Gallipoli Exhibition . Phone to find out more . Zealandier Tours 575 6425 Email admin@zealandiertours.com AN OPPORTUNITY TO ATTEND the Edinburgh Tattoo in Wellington.

Just 2 “A” Reserve covered seats left. Time to book for the Taranaki Rhododendron Festival. Also book now for Lord of the Dance and Cats Shows coming to Auckland. Door to door with John’s popular Tours.

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TAURANGA TASTING TOURS Ohinemuri Winery July 4: ‘Comfort food that only mama can cook.’ Gisborne Winery Tour November 6-8. Ph 07 544 1383 www.tastingtours.co.nz

venues 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. With stunning Harbour views, fully licensed bar & kitchen onsite. Restaurant open every Friday from 5pm & Sunday from 4.30pm. Tauranga Fish & Dive Club, 60 Cross Rd, Sulphur Point. Ph 571 8450 or text 027 318 5760 www.tfdc.co.nz

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