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Flock to the fringe! A riot of colour, creativity and community spirit is coming to the city this Labour Weekend, as the Tauranga Fringe Festival transforms The Historic Village into a celebration of the unusual, imaginative and unexpected. Adding a particularly cute touch to the

festival is Melissa Keillor (pictured), who will be dressing up and strutting her stuff along the outdoor catwalk with her two pet lambs, Sailor and Sprout, in tow. The biennial festival returns on October 24, promising six stages of live entertainment, wearable art, Pasifika

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market stalls and delicious street food. Whether you’re keen to dress up, discover something new or simply soak up the atmosphere, Tauranga Fringe is a chance to celebrate the wonderfully quirky and creative spirit of our community. Read more on page 10. Photo / Kelly O’Hara

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Barbecue snags and democracyy It was Winston Churchill who pointed to “the LITTLE man, walking into the LITTLE booth, with a LITTLE pencil and making a LITTLE cross on a LITTLE bit of paper”.

In his eloquent way, Churchill was underscoring the true foundation and ultimate power of democracy. So, this “little man” will sharpen his graphite HB pencil, and for the 19th time in my life,

bumble off to the “little polling booth”. My right. My privilege. My responsibility. It feels good to have a say. Unfortunately the head is full of rash promises, while the heart’s beating a very different tune. After slogging through hours of TV political debates, you’d think a man would have his options sorted. But nuh! Because next day when you tune into the chat, and read the opinion pieces, you’re left wondering if you were watching the same game. Polling booths – soulless places. Just

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flinty faces and electoral rolls, 3.5 million names and addresses, doing high-minded, noble work. No pencils but marker pens.

Oomph-ed

Perhaps we can learn from the Ozzies. They’ve oomph-ed things up. On the way to the booth, the Ozzie will stop by a non-partisan “democracy barbeque” and grab a slice of politically neutral white bread. He will lay a “democracy snag” diagonally across the bread, smear it with “dead horse”, or apolitical tomato sauce. And “no wukkas”, no worries, “she’ll be apples”. Democracy barbecues, I’m told, are an electoral institution in Australia. Up go the hoardings, out come the snags. Because on polling day, there’s a captive clientele of up to 18,000,000 voters for fundraising schools and community groups. Even if half the voter turnout bought a snag, that would be about 13km of medium sized classic beef sausages laid end to end. Barbecue sausages and voting goes hand in gob. It works. Australia boasts one of the highest voter turnouts in the world. In 2022 about 90% of eligible Ozzies voted. It means the majority of people overall are represented, they say. Not just the majority of those who bothered to vote. Proponents say that makes for more middle ground, egalitarian public policy – something for everyone. The UK had a 60% voter turnout for its 2024 election – the thoughts and feelings of 40% of eligible voters didn’t count. Numbers for 2024’s US presidential election weren’t much better at 64%.

Blame the weather

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About 78% of eligible voters turned out at NZ’s last election – which still means thousands just didn’t. We’re compelled to enrol, but we don’t have to actually vote. So many don’t. Could it have been the rain, thunderstorms and strong winds in some places? Apart from not wanting to get wet, voters offer other explanations. Personal

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reasons, work commitments and health. Not knowing where to vote and how. And the obvious – not knowing who to vote for, being unfamiliar with candidates, what they stood for, or not believing in voting. What’s not to believe? If you don’t vote, you can’t complain. Let’s not forget people in some countries are fighting and dying for democratic rights and freedoms. Like Iran and Myanmar

Cheese rolls?

Perhaps NZ should follow Ozzie – roll out non-partisan food trucks offering ‘Democracy cheese rolls and mince pies’ near polling booths? I read an ‘unbeliever’ saying “not voting is a legitimate expression of one’s voice”. Maybe – but in Australia that “expression” comes at a cost. Since 1924 it’s been an offence for Australian citizens aged 18-plus not to vote. They send a polite notice advising you’ve been derelict in your duty, and require you to pay an “administrative penalty” of AUS$20 by a deadline. But if you fail to pay, and it gets to court, the fines are more than AUS$300. Wham! Following the 2025 poll in Australia their Electoral Commission served “failed to vote” notices to 1.3 million people. But if you had a “valid and sufficient reason” not to vote – 250,000 people did – you would go unpunished. After Australia’s Commonwealth Electoral Act was amended more than 100 years ago turnout surged from less than 60% in 1922 to more than 91% in 1925. And it has stayed strong. The majority accept compulsory voting gets everyone involved in the election; everyone feels engaged with the political process. No such thing as a vote that doesn’t matter – so go vote Saturday, November 7.

How and when

Voting enrolment for 2026’s New Zealand General Election closes midnight on Sunday, October 25. To enrol to vote, visit: https://vote.nz

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Friday 23 October 2026

Surf lifeguards prepare for f challenging h ll season Surf lifeguards in the region are expecting a challenging season ahead as the El Niño weather pattern brings hotter days and draws more people to the coastline to cool down.

Niwa, part of Earth Sciences New Zealand, has said New Zealand will feel the impacts of a “very strong” El Niño event in spring and summer of 2026-2027. “New Zealand tends to experience stronger and more frequent winds from the southwest through to northwest from late winter through to early autumn during an El Niño event,” Niwa said in a statement. “This typically brings drier than usual conditions for eastern and northern areas of both islands.” Eastern Region lifesaving manager Chaz Gibbons-Campbell said the weather pattern’s strong winds could create additional hazards to beach-goers and the hot weather would likely draw more people to the sea. “This year could be quite challenging. We’re facing super El Niño conditions; it’s going to be super hot and I think we’ll see a lot of people trying to cool off in those afternoons and early evenings,” he said. “There’ll be some really strong winds around as well, so people need to be mindful.”

Be extra vigilant!

Those swimming outside patrol hours or away from patrolled areas should take extra care, Gibbons-Campbell said. “Be extra, extra vigilant, make sure you’re swimming with people, like swim with a buddy, or you’ve got some form of flotation device available if you do get into trouble. Ideally choose a patrolled beach.”

He said visitor data showed more than 7.5 million “hits” from mobile devices had been recorded along Tauranga beaches where people spent significant time at a beach location in the previous year. “I think we’re going to have far more people out on beaches this summer.” Shoulder seasons such as November could be particularly challenging, with people heading to the water before weekday patrols begin, he said. As a result, Gibbons-Campbell urged beachgoers to know how to float, check conditions and swim between the flags as surf lifesaving patrols return to the region’s beaches this Labour weekend. Surf lifeguards will be back at Mount Maunganui, Ōmanu, Pāpāmoa and Waihī Beach this weekend. Gibbons-Campbell said the SafeSwim website, safeswim.org.nz, lists patrol locations and times and potential hazards where lifeguards may not be on duty. “We’ve done a lot of work to incorporate a bit of automation into that website, so where there’s hazards that we know are likely to be at a beach, they will automatically be posted on that site as well,” he said.

Know how to float

Knowing how to float could increase a person’s chances of survival if they got into trouble. “If you are entering the water, making sure you know how to float can increase your chances of survival if you get into trouble,” Gibbons-Campbell said. He urged people to tell someone where they were going before swimming or surfing, and to keep an eye on one another. “Make sure that children are within arm’s reach,” he said.

Eastern Region lifesaving manager Chaz Gibbons-Campbell at Ōmanu. Photo / Kelly O’Hara

Recognising rips could be difficult, even for lifeguards, so he recommended taking five minutes to assess conditions before swimming. “You might have been down there the day before and it was fine, but the next day is always a different day.”

Assess conditions first

Channels around sandbanks, particularly between Mount Maunganui and Ōmanu, and areas near river outlets and drainage channels can present hazards. Swimmers need to take extra care Harrison’s Cut. Those using paddleboards, windsurfers and other watercraft should carry appropriate safety equipment and communication devices and ensure someone knows their plans. Gibbons-Campbell urged swimmers to take time to assess conditions before

entering the water. “Before you just run down and jump in the water, spend five minutes or so just observing what the water is doing, what the waves are doing, to try and find that kind of safe spot to swim. And swim between the flags.” Gibbons-Campbell said incident data showed many incidents occurred in surf measuring between 1m and 1.5m, often around rising or falling tides when water movement was stronger. Volunteer patrols at Mount Maunganui, Ōmanu and Pāpāmoa will run 11am to 4pm on this Labour weekend, including Monday, then continue each weekend. Council-funded lifeguards begin patrols at Mount Maunganui, Tay St, Ōmanu and Pāpāmoa on December 7. Pukehina and Maketū patrols also start in December. Rosalie Liddle Crawford

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Friday 23 October 2026

Young wāhine encouraged to make their voices heard Tauranga Girls’ College students will get a taste of democracy next week.

A mock election at school will aim to help the next generation of voters understand the power of their voice. For Year 13 student and head prefect Aiza Mustasam, 17, the initiative is about more than learning how elections work – it’s about empowering young women to speak up. “At Tauranga Girls’ College, we are very keen on ensuring that our young wāhine know that their voices matter and empowering those voices,” she said. About 500 Year 9-10 students have been learning about democracy, Parliament and electoral system as part of Kids Voting – Te Pōti a Ngā Tamariki, a free Electoral Commission programme running in the lead-up to the 2026 General Election. The mock election is on October 29, with three polling booths to be set up around the school during interval and lunchtime.

First-hand

Students will receive ballot papers and cast their votes for the same parties and candidates standing for Parliament, allowing the youth to experience the process first-hand. Participation will be voluntary, reflecting the choice voters have in a real election. Social Sciences leader of learning Nicky Hodson said the college signed up because of its belief that young people should understand how government works and their responsibilities as citizens, and because of the new curriculum. “Even at their age they can still participate.” About 22 Year 9-10 classes are studying

civics this year, learning about the origins of democracy before moving on to Parliament, government and New Zealand’s electoral system, including the Mixed Member Proportional (MMP) system. The college is also running one-off lessons to help senior students prepare for the upcoming election. Hodson said students are interested in understanding how the system works, although some of the terminology and concepts are new to them. Teachers are careful to remain politically impartial, encouraging students to form their own views. “Our role is to educate them on how to think, not what to think,” Hodson said. Students will be encouraged to research parties and candidates before casting their votes. Hodson said the college ran a similar mock election at the previous general election.

Decisions affect futures

She hopes this year’s programme will help students recognise that political decisions affect their futures and that participating in elections is an important civic responsibility. “The decisions made today are going to influence their future,” she said. “We want them to be aware of the political climate so that when it is their turn, they make informed decisions.” Mustasam said political discussions are already taking place among students. “I’ve had so many interesting conversations around politics here, and it shows that students are highly engaged,”

Tauranga Girls’ College Year 9 student Ani Mapu, 14, Year 13 and head prefect Aiza Mustasam, 17, and Year 9 student Brooke McChesney, 13. Photo / Kelly O’Hara

Mustasam said. “I think a lot of that also comes from us being influenced by parents talking about politics. These conversations are very encouraged at school as long as we’re being respectful of one another’s opinions and perspectives.” However, she believes young people can feel disengaged when they think politicians are not listening to them or addressing issues that affect their futures.

A voice

Mustasam is concerned about the level of civics knowledge among young people across New Zealand, as well as the removal of fees-free tertiary education, saying such issues can leave young people questioning whether politicians care about their futures. She wants young people to recognise

that voting gives them an opportunity to influence decisions that will shape their lives. “If I were to say one thing, it would definitely be to remind all the young people that we have a voice and that we should be using it in these upcoming elections, especially those who are aged 18 to 25,” she said. “The more we continue to speak up, the better change there will be.” Kids Voting – Te Pōti a Ngā Tamariki is a free Electoral Commission programme available to schools and kura from Years 0-13 during election years. Participating schools receive teaching resources and materials to run a mock election, allowing students to vote for the same parties and candidates standing for Rosalie Liddle Crawford Parliament.

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Tauranga search and rescue dog Kora is in the running for ‘Goodest Girl’ dog title aft fter t completing 150 search deployments.

Tauranga searrch and rescue volunteer Nick Petry and his German shepherd Kora have completed d 150 search and rescue deployments toogether – a rarre feat according to thoose in the indu ustry. This month, the paair were recognissed for their achievemen nt with a certificaate and trophy, which accknowledges six years of operational work across Bayy of Plenty and beyond. Kora, 9, has been an operational New Zealand Land Search and Rescue dog since shee was 3. Petry and Kora are part off Tauranga LandSar, the local seearch and rescue group. Police Sergeant Anna Plowman said her orrganisation congratulated Petry and Kora for their 150 operationaal deployments milestone for LandSar.

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“The pair have beeen instrumental in finding, and assissting to locate, lost and distressed members of our Tauranga community, alongside answering the call frrom other districts to ensure th hose in their communities get hoome safe too. This is the first instaance where this has occurred in New w Zealand.” Petry said the ackn nowledgement was particularly meaaningful because volunteers did not always receive credit for thee time and commitment they pu ut into

search and rescue. “It’s just recognition of what we’ve done, which is really nice because volunteers don’t get that much recognition,” i i ” he h said. The pair’s deployments have taken them mostly aroound Bay of Plenty, although they’d travelled d further afield when needed. Theirr work included searches for elderlly people who’d wandered from hom me, people living with dementia, lostt trampers and hikers, hunters and people in distress who do not waant to be found. Petry said call-outs had increased P noticeably in recent years, with more than one-third of Kora’s m 150 deployments occurring in 1 th he past year. One recent search that stood oout involved a school camp, when Kora helped locate w two teenagers. “We sort of knew some of the people that had kids at the camp, it wasn’t the people that were lost, but ... there was the added pressure of people knowing the people,” Petry said. “It was great to find them and they were pretty happy about it.”

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Nick Petry and Kora on the job. Photo / Supplied

The pair were involved in the response to the Mount Maunganui landslide tragedy in January, which Petry described as one of their more

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and d rescue u duo du clock up 150 callouts People just don’t think they’re going to get lost. They’re normally underprepared and they just think their cellphone will save them when it comes to it.” notice. Nick and Kora have made that commitment again and again. “We’re incredibly proud of them both and really grateful for everything they do for the community. “Kora’s definitely in the running for Goodest Girl.” While 150 deployments was a Kora with owner and volunteer Nick Petry love significant milestone, their role in helping the community. Photo / Kelly O’Hara NZ LandSar Search Dogs chair Murray memorable and intense days. Countless hours The certificate and Bowden said the Their search and rescue work came “Every one of those trophy presented to number should not on top of Petry’s job as an architectural callouts is a person Nick Petry and search be seen as a measure designer and project manager. and rescue dog Kora who needed help and of individual success. “We’ve all got jobs, so we’ve all got to after 150 deployments. a family waiting at There are 17 drop everything and go and do these home for news. Kora operational dog things. It normally takes up most of your and Nick have been handlers nationally, some with decades of night, so then you’re tired the next day, or there for every one of them, helping bring service and hundreds of searches involving it takes up your whole day, so you get no people home.” multiple dogs. work done.” Hume said the public did not always see “We don’t generally count deployments LandSar Tauranga chair Nic Hume the work behind the scenes. as a measure of success,” Bowden said. said 150 operational deployments was “a “Search dogs and their handlers put in “A search is never the achievement massive milestone”. countless hours of training to stay ready. of one handler or one dog. Every “There are plenty of search and rescue They get called out at all hours, in all deployment sits within a much larger volunteers who won’t attend that many weather, and that often means dropping team effort – from the police as the lead operations in their whole volunteer work, family and plans at a moment’s agency and the incident management career,” Hume said.

team to ground teams, other specialty teams, communications and the many other people working behind the scenes.” For Petry, that wider team effort was also an important part of the milestone. “It’s always a team effort,” he said. “We couldn’t achieve what we have without the support of Tauranga LandSar. Also, the Bay of Plenty police for backing our abilities and trusting us to get the job done when needed.”

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After six years, Petry said one lesson remained the same: people often did not expect to get lost or find themselves needing rescue. “People just don’t think they’re going to get lost. They’re normally underprepared and they just think their cellphone will save them when it comes to it.” He urged people heading into the outdoors to consider carrying a locator beacon. “They save lives and they make jobs so much easier,” he said. Despite the seriousness of the work, Petry said working alongside Kora was one of the most rewarding aspects of volunteering. Rosalie Liddle Crawford

Friday 23 October 2026

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Confidence through te reoo Māori For 92 students at the University of Waikato’s Tauranga campus, an intensive eight-month journey into te reo Māori has been about far more than learning a language. Through the Te Tohu Paetahi programme, students have been building their confidence in te reo Māori while developing a deeper understanding of the culture and traditions that surround it. The cohort recently showcased some of its learning at a pō whakangahau kapa haka performance at Tauranga’s Baycourt Community and Arts Centre. Associate Professor Ngāiro Eruera, who teaches in the programme, said its aim was to give students the confidence to hold a conversation in te reo Māori, understand others and respond confidently. Unlike a part-time evening class, Te Tohu Paetahi is an intensive, full-time course, with classes running from 9am to 3pm. Students range from school leavers to kaumātua in their 60s. While many are Māori, about 10% are non-Māori. Some enrol to reconnect with their culture and heritage, others want to improve their communication skills.

Confident

“Generally, the consensus when you distil the drivers behind why they come is to be confident to be able to communicate in te reo Māori,” Eruera said. He said a common goal brought them together: developing the confidence to use te reo Māori.

Learning extends beyond vocabulary and grammar. Students take part in noho marae, experiencing communal living and learning about the responsibilities that underpin marae life. Eruera said one of the biggest changes he sees in students is growing confidence in who they are. “I think the academic success is the easy part, but the development of the person, and where they take what they’ve picked up during the year, for me, personally, is more important,” he said. Kapa haka is another important part of the curriculum, helping students develop language skills while connecting with Māori history, culture and contemporary issues. Eruera said waiata, haka and mōteatea (sung poetry) carry stories, knowledge and messages across generations.

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He described traditional waiata and kapa haka as a form of social media, through which communities shared news before printed communication was available. “Traditionally, these are different types of literacy that they used to use,” he said. Kapa haka also helps students practise pronunciation, recognise vowel sounds and become familiar with the rhythms of te reo Māori. The Baycourt performance was an assessed part of their studies, giving students the opportunity to perform for whānau and receive feedback from judges. Students also develop leadership skills by helping organise events such as Matariki celebrations, taking responsibility for everything from health and safety to the

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ceremony and breakfast. The cohort began the year with 103 students, with 92 remaining as they approached the programme’s final weeks. Eruera said the intensity of study and demands of adult life could make completing the course challenging. “Once you’re into study, It’s so engrossing and it becomes almost everything for a period until you learn to manage it.” For him, success is about what students do after they finish. “The real acknowledgement to us, the staff, would be to meet us in two to three years’ time and we can still speak Māori to each other,” he said. “That would show that they’ve taken what they’ve learned in this year, and they’ve valued it personally or at least

enough to carry it on.” Eruera believes learning te reo Māori helps build connections within communities and across Aotearoa, offering people new ways of understanding the world.

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“It helps us to see things through a different set of eyes and to understand in different ways,” he said. “It’s unique in the world, so why wouldn’t it be valuable to us?” Enrolments are open for the next fulltime Te Tohu Paetahi intake, which starts in March. Prospective students can find more information by searching for Te Tohu Paetahi on the University of Waikato Rosalie Liddle Crawford website.

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Riot of colour and creativity at Tauranga festival A “complete riot of colour and joy and creativity” is promised when Tauranga Fringe Festival takes over The Historic Village this Labour Weekend. The biennial festival returns on October 24 with six stages of live entertainment, bringing together artists, musicians, performers and makers from Tauranga and beyond for a day celebrating the unusual, the imaginative and the unexpected. “There is so much planned and so much going on. I can’t wait,” festival project manager Anya Fischer said.

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Presented by The Incubator Creative Hub, the festival features everything from live music, poetry and circus performances to fashion, calligraphy, workshops, interactive art and market stalls. Fischer said the programme offered something for all tastes. “We’ve got everything from high-energy performances to subdued relaxation, almost meditation. I’m looking to both ends of the spectrum, the very fringy, and also the very peaceful and calming.” A highlight will be the Fringe Catwalk at noon, when the six performance stages take a break

for a fashion showcase along the village’s main street. “We’ve got an incredible line-up taking shape this year. If you only plan one thing for your fringe day, make it this,” Fischer said. “It is a fringe festival, so, we’re on the fringes of art and on the fringes of what people think of as art.” Afterwards festivalgoers will be encouraged to join a procession through the village, whether dressed in elaborate costumes or not. With Halloween close, Fischer hopes visitors will wear something spooky.

Six stages

The six stages will feature a diverse musical line-up, from punk and alternative acts to funk, indie-pop, DJs and singersongwriters. Siapo Arts Collective, based in New Caledonia, will bring artworks and creative activities alongside the band Kalaga’la. Auckland nine-piece Island Vibes promises an energetic, interactive show, and Mount Maunganui-based Iara will bring Brazilian funk rhythms. Visitors can also explore the village’s art exhibitions, open studios, street theatre and creative workshops. The Firestation will host activities including printmaking, zine-making,

painting, surfboard art and children’s activities. The Get Gonged Sound Temple will offer meditation and relaxation in the amphitheatre. Fischer said creating opportunities for people to experience art, whether as participants or audience members, was an important part of the event.

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“It’s a great way for people to feel connected to the arts even if they aren’t a performer or creative themselves – they are able to be involved.” Festivalgoers can also browse market stalls, sample street food and enjoy two garden bars. Incubator Creative Hub director Simone Anderson said interest in the festival kept growing. “This event has become a key attraction in the creative heartbeat of the city and shows just how much demand there is for the chance to come together for expression, performance, celebration and art in the Bay of Plenty.” Tauranga Fringe Festival runs 10am to 4pm on October 24, at The Historic Village, 159 17th Avenue. Gates open at 9.30am. Tickets cost $15 presale online at: theincubator.co.nz/taurangafringe-fest-2026 or $20 at the gate. Under-10s gain free entry. Rosalie Liddle Crawford

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Friday 23 October 2026

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150 years of belonging: Two princip pals reflect Greerton Village School is celebrating 150 years of existence next month with an event for former pupils, staff, whānau and the wider community on November 13-14. To mark the miletone, The Weekend Sun journalist Rosalie Liddle Crawford has written a series of stories on people, staff and history of the school.

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on Greerton Village School became increasingly recognised for supporting children with diverse and special needs. “Catering for diverse and special needs became our hallmark,” Mackintosh said. “We were passionate about doing the best we could for our ‘Treasures’.” One of her greatest sources of pride, looking back on 18 years, was seeing that philosophy continue after she left. “Schools are never the work of one person,” she said. “Their real strength lies in a community developing a shared belief in what matters – then carrying it together from one generation to the next.” Throughout her time as principal, one principle remained constant: “Kids always came first – no matter what.” “Being principal for 18 years was one of the greatest pleasures and privileges of my professional and personal life. It has a very special place in my heart.”

‘It is our people’

For Henderson-Ginns, who took over in 2020, that same sense of belonging remained central. “Without a doubt, it is our people who make our kura what it is,” she said. “Our children, our staff, our whānau – our entire school community – are the reason this place is so special.” She described Greerton Village School as an inclusive kura where tamariki (children) come first. “Everyone has a place here. No one is too important to do any job and we all step in because we are here for our

children.” Visitors often commented on the school’s distinctive atmosphere, with Henderson-Ginns saying they can “sense the wairua [soul]” when they walk through the doors. Generations of whānau connections continue, with former students returning as adults, sometimes with children of their own. “In the end, it is not about what we said, did, or taught, but about how we made them feel,” Henderson-Ginns said. “That feeling of belonging, care and connection is the legacy that endures.”

Aunty Barr

A highlight of Henderson-Ginns’ tenure was the 2022 opening of Whakatō te Kākano, the school’s bilingual unit. The initiative was driven by whānau and brought to life through the dedication of staff, particularly Aunty Barr (Bonnie Pearson) and Whaea Helen (Helen Quirke). “Aunty Barr is, and has always been, the backbone of our kura,” HendersonGinns said. “When people think about our school, they think of her.” She described Aunty Barr as the heartbeat of the kura for decades, influencing and loving thousands of tamariki who have passed through its doors. “She is a treasured part of our school’s identity – woven into our history, our culture, and our story.” Another memorable moment came when the school’s rugby team

finally defeated a neighbouring school after decades of trying. When the players, aged 10-11, returned through the gates, about 350 tamariki and staff erupted into a haka. “At that moment, they were like the All Blacks winning the World Cup,” Henderson-Ginns said. Years later, one of the boys told her it remained the highlight of his schooling. HendersonGinns’ hope is that today’s tamariki left knowing they were loved, seen and believed in. “More than anything, we want our children to leave our kura believing in themselves as strongly as we believe in them,” she said. A legacy of belonging For both principals, the 150th anniversary was about people rather than buildings. Mackintosh said a school is “so much more than buildings, classrooms and playgrounds”. “It is relationships, memories, hopes, laughter, challenges,

Artwork at Greerton Village School welcoming visitors.

learning, teaching and belonging.” Henderson-Ginns hoped the kura never lost its identity as “a school rich in history, grounded in identity, and proud of where we come from”. Greerton Village School’s 150-year milestone will be celebrated November 13-14. Former pupils, staff, whānau and the wider Greerton community were encouraged to register for the event at: www.greerton.school.nz. Rosalie Liddle Crawford

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Tauranga Photographic Society celebrates 70 years What began as a small newspaper advertisement for photography enthusiasts in 1956 has grown into a 70-year success story for the Tauranga Photographic Society.

January 12, 1956, before the first official club gathering took place at St Peter’s Presbyterian Church Hall the following month. Forty people attended and elected the society’s first committee. By the end of its first year, membership had reached 100, making it the sixth-largest photographic society in New Zealand at the time. The society was formally incorporated in 1957 and affiliated with the Photographic Society of New Zealand. “For me the biggest thing is that the society has so much history behind it over the years and it’s still functional and so much has changed,” Wagenaar said. “We’ve got members who have been a part

The society this month celebrated the seven-decade milestone. Sue Wagenaar has been with the society for six years and president for three. She said it was “quite an achievement” the Tauranga Photographic Society had been going for 70 years. “A lot of people don’t know that there’s a camera club, so that is our primary goal…to raise awareness and try increase membership.” Today, the Tauranga Photographic Society is based at 177 Elizabeth St, where members meet to share their work, learn new techniques and explore a wide range of photographic genres. “It really is quite phenomenal what people can do with photographs, and blending different photos, mixing a bit of this and a bit of that, and maybe that’s what appeals to me,” An entry in 2010’s Tauranga Photographic of the club for Wagenaar said. Society club competitions called ‘Sea as much as 15 The Tauranga Anemones’ by Kathy Hewitt. Photo / Kathy Hewitt years and they Photographic Society still remember the darkroom days, so the was formed in 1956 after a Bay of Plenty fact we’re still going in a changing world is Times advertisement was placed in the really good.” paper inviting anyone interested in An open day last weekend showcased photography to attend a meeting. The inaugural meeting was held on the images, people and passion that have

Tauranga Photographic Society secretary Molly Powell at the National Exhibition of the Photographic Society of New Zealand at Tauranga Racecourse back in 2015. Photo / Andrew Warner

The Tauranga Photographic Society is celebrating 70 years of existence. Photo / Supplied

shaped the club, while highlighting how photography continues to evolve. She said the club had definitely moved with the times, and embraced changes like Photoshop and Lightroom. “Change is inevitable; we have to embrace it because otherwise you get left behind, and I think people have taken it on board even with changes from digital cameras to

mirrorless.” However, Wagenaar said the club’s original mission remains unchanged: providing a welcoming place for anyone with an interest in capturing and sharing photographic images. Club members included people who specialise in areas such as wildlife, landscape, waterfall, astro and creative photography. “Come along to the TPS clubrooms and discover what photography has to offer.” The club meets the first and third Thursdays of months from February to November. Meetings begin 7pm with an informal 30 minutes to catch up over a cuppa before a guest speaker or club member presents a talk at 7.30pm. Find out more about the club a: www. taurangaphoto.nz

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Friday 23 October 2026

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Hot Pink Walk for local breast cancer support When Colleen Wharry-Schumacher discovered a walnut-sized lump in her breast earlier this year, she had no idea how much life was about to change.

Following scans and biopsies, she was diagnosed with a rare form of triple-positive breast cancer and, after beginning treatment in Australia, returned to Tauranga where she connected with Breast Cancer Support Service Tauranga Trust (BCSSTT). As her treatment progressed, the support she received became invaluable. “There was always someone willing to listen, a shoulder to cry on, or simply check in and ask how I was doing,” WharrySchumacher said. From practical assistance and nourishing meals to support groups and specialised therapies, she found comfort in knowing she wasn’t facing breast cancer alone. Stories like WharrySchumacher’s are why thousands of people will take part in the 2026 Hot Pink Walk on Wednesday, October 28, from 5pm, said BCSSTT fundraising co-ordinator Tracey Phizacklea. “The annual event brings together families, friends, workplaces and community groups, all helping raise vital funds for local breast cancer support services.” Phizacklea said the 3km walk through Tauranga’s city centre is a vibrant community event, with entertainment hotspots, plenty of pink, and a positive atmosphere along the route.

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“Every step helps raise vital funds so local people and whānau affected by breast cancer can access the support they need.” As an independent local charity, BCSSTT ensures every dollar raised stays in the Western Bay of Plenty, supporting people and whānau affected by breast cancer, Wharry-Schumacher said BCSSTT gave her connection, compassion “and a safe place

to land when things became overwhelming”. The 2026 Hot Pink Walk on Wednesday, October 28, from 5pm on the waterfront on The Strand, Tauranga CBD. Tickets cost $10 per person aged 13-plus, $5 per child, and under-3s gain free entry. Hot Pink Walk tickets for sale at any Z Energy station or online at: www.hotpinkwalk.co.nz

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Breast cancer survivor helps local women on same journey For years after breast cancer treatment, Deb Turbitt felt like she was walking along a beach waiting for the disease to jump out from behind a rock.

Eventually, she learned to imagine breast cancer walking beside her instead. The analogy helped Turbitt come to terms with the fear that had followed her since her diagnosis five years ago and now shapes the way she supports other women through theirs. Turbitt had found harmless lumps before, so when she noticed another in December 2020, she nearly dismissed it. She was 39, with two young children and living through the uncertainty of Covid-19 when she was diagnosed with triple-negative breast cancer – an aggressive type of invasive breast cancer. “Absolute disbelief. Really just disbelief and just fear ... I didn’t want this to be happening to us.” Turbitt was working part-time as a chiropractic assistant and her partner had been made redundant.

her hair, battled fatigue and had to explain to her children what was happening. Turbitt’s stepdad had died of cancer a year earlier, and her 9-year-old son knew what the word could mean. “I didn’t want to lie to them and I didn’t want to scare them.” Her mother moved in after the diagnosis, attended every chemotherapy appointment and cared for her when she was sick, while friends cooked meals. “They They really did get me through.” Deb Turbitt was diagnosed with triple-negative breast cancer at age 39.

Treatment took about nine months, and Turbitt got through it “day by day, week by week, step by step”. She said fatigue lingered, the support fell away and people kept telling her how well she looked, while she felt otherwise. “There’s an internal struggle going on that people don’t see.”

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One of the most useful pieces of advice she received came from a breast care nurse. nurse “She said it’s a bloody nuisance, but you just have to do

what you have to do and then you get on with your life. “There was that moment where I was like, ‘Wow, this isn’t forever. There’s going to be me on the other side of this’.” Turbitt talked about how learning to live beyond the fear took time. A recent clear CT scan was a turning point, letting her put the cancer further into the background. “I felt like, okay, I can let this go now, properly.” Turbitt now works at Breast Cancer Support Service Tauranga, helping women navigate the diagnosis she faced.

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The service receives referrals, sometimes on the day a woman is diagnosed. Turbitt and her colleagues phone patients to introduce themselves and offer practical and emotional support. The service also runs a drop-in centre and support and coffee groups, provides meals and items such as post-surgery cushions, scarves and hats, and connects women with counselling and other services. Turbitt said her own experience helps her understand a part of the diagnosis that is hard to explain to those who have not lived it. “You can hear in people’s voices when you tell them that you’re a support worker and you’ve been through this. You literally can hear the relief.”

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The aim was to meet each woman where she was, without overwhelming her, she said. “Most people realise, ‘Oh, this is a club I really wish I never had to join’. But there are so many beautiful ladies you meet through this experience.” Since her cancer experience, Turbitt said her gratitude had stayed, with a deeper appreciation for her relationships. The fear had not disappeared but had faded into background noise. “It’s a real privilege to do this work.” Zoe Blake

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Friday 23 October 2026

Find out places to vote Curious Frederick! ahead of Election Day With the 2026 General Election on November 7, the Electoral Commission has confirmed more than 2300 voting places will be open on the day.

Advance voting begins on Monday, October 26, and election day is Saturday, November 7. “Our voting places are in locations people go in their daily lives including community halls, schools, shopping malls, places of worship, tertiary education providers and marae,” Electoral Commission Chief Electoral Officer Karl Le Quesne said. “It’s important that every eligible New Zealander has the opportunity to vote,” he said. “Whether you’re in the heart of the city or in a rural area, we will have voting places across the country to make voting as easy as possible, including mobile voting services.” There will also be more than 220 Whare Pōti Māori voting places, which include marae, kura (schools), wānanga (tertiary

institutes and post-secondary learning spaces) and other community spaces, which were chosen for their significance to Māori voters in local communities. This will include 67 bilingual (reo rua) voting places, where voters can go through the voting process in te reo Māori or English. Accessible services include 1679 fully accessible voting places, New Zealand Sign Language interpreters at six locations and three voting places with quiet times. “We want to say a big thank you to everyone who is hosting voting places for us to support democracy in their communities,” Le Quesne said.

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Voters can find the list of voting places and opening hours online at: vote.nz. They can search for their nearest voting place on an interactive map or look up voting places by electorate and suburb. Le Quesne said during advance voting, people can look out for a list of their nearest voting places at their local supermarket. “People can also call us for free on 0800 36 76 56 and our team will be ready to help you find your nearest voting place,” he said. “Anyone who cannot make it to a voting place should also give us a call. We have alternative voting options available. “The days and times voting places are open during advance voting vary, so check before you go to vote.” Find your nearest voting place at: vote.nz/votingplaces.

Mount library to close for upgrade Mount Maunganui’s library will close October 27 for a six-month, $2.5 million upgrade. Tauranga City Council said in a statement the upgrade to Te Ao Mārama-Mount Maunganui Library will include a new roof and external cladding, a new community room, refreshed interior spaces, and essential building improvements. The library was built in the 1960s and extended in the 1980s. The council said it was showing signs of age, with deterioration affecting parts of the roof and cladding.

The council’s website said $2.5m had been budgeted for the work. Libraries and community hubs manager Joanna Thomas said the facility welcomed thousands of people each year and the upgrade would ensure the “much-loved library” continued to meet the needs of a growing community. During the closure, people could access library services through Tauranga’s other libraries, including the new city centre library, which opens today, October 16. The Mobile Library would be onsite at the Mount library on Saturdays when works allowed.

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Friday 23 October 2026

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From grandparents to grandchildren, croquet is bringing generations together on the lawn.

tournaments. Gretchen said she’d seen reports of players reaching 100 and still enjoying the game. As president of the Bay of Plenty Croquet Association, Gretchen helps For Bay of Plenty Croquet Association oversee six clubs in Tauranga, Mount president Gretchen Benvie, croquet is Maunganui, Katikati, Whakatāne, more than a game – it is a passion she Rotorua and Gisborne. has enjoyed for more than 40 years and She is a life member of the Tauranga is now sharing with her 11-year-old club and an associate member at Mount grandson, Brayden Goodhue. Maunganui, and she and her husband With Gretchen’s husband Grahame regularly travel to tournaments together. joining them, the trio recently headed Their croquet adventures have taken them to the Mount Maunganui Croquet Club as far afield as Dunedin, Auckland and at Club Mount Maunganui for a family the Waikato. outing on the lawn. There are several forms of croquet, but It was Brayden’s third session learning Gretchen said golf croquet had helped the game, and Gretchen said young introduce many newcomers to the sport. players can take to it surprisingly Played d on a croquet lawn using well. “Theyy’re just so accepting of mallets, balls and hoop ps, golf the game.” croquet is relatively easy to learn and more interactive Unfair reputation than traditional asssociation Getting more young croquet. Players taake turns people invoolved is one of the trying to scoree each challenges facing croquet, hoop beforee their which Grettchen believes opponentss, with still carries an unfair the first side to reputation as an older win seven n hoops person’s spoort. taking th he game. “It’s not an n old For thoose person’s gam me by any wanting a greater means,” shee said. challengge, Croquet is a associatioon sport for all ages, croquet offers a with playerrs more tech hnical able to enjooy game thatt rewards a casual soccial Brayden Goodhue, 11, enjoys playing hots and game or tesst their croquet at the Mount Maunganui Croquet accurate sh strategic th h inking. skills in com mpetitive Club at Club Mount Maungganui.

Bay of Plenty Croquet Association president Gretchen Benvie with grandson Brayden Goodhue, 11, and husband Grahame Benvie at Mount Maunganui Croquet Club. Photos / Kelly O’Hara

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Croquet also has an international following, with players able to compete at the highest level. The Bay of Plenty will have a world-class event to look forward to when the Golf Croquet World Championships come to New Zealand in 2028. But for Gretchen, the appeal starts much closer to home. “You can play together just as a family,” she said. “You can play as competitively as you like or

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Friday 23 October 2026

Awardwinning sausages bring extra sizzle

The perfect barbecue It’s that finger-licking time of year again – barbecue season! Everyone’s starting to fire up the grill to get mouths watering. So what makes a perfect barbecue? Here are a few tips. First, ensure your gear is clean. A fast method is to burn off the residue after cooking. Turn barbecue burners to high and close the lid for 10-15 minutes. Use a bristle-free scraper or mesh grill tool to push debris into the drip tray. Cut a fresh onion in half, spear it with a fork and rub it across hot grill grates. The natural acid and steam loosen remaining grease without chemicals. Wipe or spray the grates with a small amount of high-smoke-point oil to prevent rust. To deep clean,

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Tauranga butcher Jason Pears and sausages he sells at Kiwi Fresh Meats. Photo / Kelly O’Hara

Summer barbecues are calling, and Tauranga butcher Jason Pears has given locals another tasty reason to fire up the grill. The Kiwi Fresh Meats owner is celebrating success at the Dunninghams Great New Zealand Sausage Competition, winning a Category Champion title for his KFM Chilli Cheese Griller and a gold medal for his KFM Chilli Mutton Dhania Mint sausage. A customer suggested his Marmite and Cheese sausage which won a silver award. Originally from South Africa, Pears brings more than 30 years of butchery experience to his craft. Arriving in New Zealand eight years ago he took over the business five years ago, building a reputation for variety, quality and flavours that cater to the community’s

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Friday 23 October 2026

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Just WOW: Rare art exhibition in town! Bay of Plenty residents have a rare chance to see previous World of WearableArt (WOW) finalist creations up close in a free, monthlong exhibition.

(2022), Kerry Funnell’s DIY Divas (2019), Cherryl Marriott’s Private 11513: Reinvent the Uniform (2015), and Blue Tits: Birds of a Feather (2014) are also on display. The exhibition grew from a research project undertaken by Simon in 2025, exploring how

The exhibition, Unveiled: The Digital Seam, opened at Toi Ohomai Institute of Technology in Tauranga on October 10 and Ciity Lollita by Deeb Shephard. runs to November 6. It is free Phhoto / Nicole Troost to view on weekdays from 10am to 2pm. Held at the institute’s Te Ara o Mauao Gallery, the exhibition features 22 wearable artworks, including pieces created for the WOW stage between 2009 and 2023, alongside never-beforeseen works. Unveiled: The Digital Seam was curated by Toi Ohomai principal academic staff member AnneMarie Simon, a 2026 WOW finalist, and features garments by six wearable art designers. Highlights include Taurangaborn designer Georgia Chalmers-Jones’ The Golden Age of Queens, winner of the 2023 WOW New Zealand Designer Award; Béatrice Carlson’s Marquise Rāwahi, winner of the 2012 WOW South Pacific Award; and Deb Shephard’s City Lolita, winner of WOW’s Shell Sustainable Award in 2012. Donna Dinsdale’s Wāhine Toa

wearable art designers combine digital technologies with traditional techniques to develop their creative works. As part of the project, Sion interviewed former WOW finalists about their design

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Friday 23 October 2026

New home for specialist list care in Bethlehem A purpose-built clinic is bringing medical specialist expertise together in a calm, private setting, with a vision to support the Bay of Plenty’s changing healthcare needs.

Tauranga’s newest specialist clinic is putting patient comfort, clinical expertise and thoughtful design at the heart of its approach to healthcare. Omnia Healthcare, located at 14 Elder Lane, Bethlehem, provides modern consulting rooms, a dedicated procedure room for minor surgery, and full administrative support for medical specialists. Set among leafy surroundings minutes from Bethlehem town centre, it offers a peaceful environment for patients and practitioners alike. “Tauranga is one of the most beautiful places in the world, and we believe its

healthcare facilities should reflect that,” Omnia Healthcare manager Jo Reid said. “The people of the Bay of Plenty deserve buildings that are as thoughtfully designed as the region they call home.” Omnia general surgeon and Bay of Plenty trauma medical director Jacques Marnewick said the clinic was established to provide a welcoming, private setting where patients can feel at ease and specialists can focus on delivering care in a world-class setting. Its location also offers “easy access from across the Western Bay… and only a 10-minute drive from Tauranga Hospital”. “For private patients, full integration with all private insurers ensures a smooth process for those with private healthcare cover,” Marnewick said. Practising at Omnia Healthcare alongside Marnewick are spinal surgeon Richard Somerville and urological surgeon

Omnia Healthcare is located in Elder Lane, Bethlehem.

Omnia Healthcare general surgeon and Bay of Plenty trauma medical director Jacques Marnewick, and Omnia Healthcare manager Jo Reid. Photos / Kelly O’Hara

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Friday 23 October 2026

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Experienced team offers optimal vision care

Long-standing community-focused optometry practice, formerly Visique Greerton Optometrist, has begun an exciting new chapter by joining the Matthews Eyecare Group. Now named Matthews Vision Care, the clinic located at 157 Chadwick Rd has united with the largest independentlyowned optometrist group in Aotearoa. “This allows the practice to grow its products range and the innovative

services it can offer,” joint venture owner Brenton Clark said. The optometrist partner said customers will still receive the same great service from the same great people. “Both our team, and our customers are our biggest assets. This ethos allows us to excel at offering individualised, patientcentred vision care solutions.” Clark, known for his neuro optometric skills, helps people who’ve suffered head trauma achieve quality visual outcomes. Children’s vision care is another specialist area. “Offering behavioural examinations and an extensive range of frames, our team creates a positive eye care experience and outcome for even our yyoungest customers,” Clark said. “Our newest optometrist Grace Su prides h herself on holistic eye health, including dry eye and eye allergies. She holds therapeutic p prescribing rights that allow her to p prescribe topical and oral medications for acute eye diseases and emergencies.” New customers who book with Su, and mention this editorial, before December 31, 2026, will receive a full examination at a discounted rate. See their advert for contact details. Senior optometrist Brenton Clark and new optometrist Grace Su. Photo / Supplied

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A parent learns about Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), recognises familiar patterns, and begins to wonder about their own experience. For others, a new job or changing family responsibilities brings longstanding difficulties into focus. Anteris, an established Tauranga psychiatry clinic, has introduced Validus, a mental health service offering adult ADHD assessment and treatment by telehealth across New Zealand. “Seeking an ADHD assessment is a significant decision,” said Dr Caleb Armstrong, clinical director at Anteris and Validus. “At Validus, a thorough mental health evaluation focused on ADHD considers

the person’s persons history history, current difficulties and physical health. This includes considering whether ADHD, autism or other conditions may contribute to the challenges someone is experiencing.” Validus is a team-based service, with GPs who have a special interest in mental health and ADHD working under Armstrong’s supervision. “That means we can help people with complex mental health challenges without referring them elsewhere or compromising on quality,” he said. “Our care model brings together accessible appointments and clinical expertise to support accurate diagnosis and individualised treatment plans.” To learn more or enquire about an assessment, visit validus.nz A GP referral is not required.

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Friday 23 October 2026

Hearing care at your pace Skin cancer checks – Hearing well keeps us connected to family, friends and the everyday sounds of life – and it’s closely linked to our overall health and wellbeing.

That’s the focus at Boutique Audiology, says director and audiologist David Crowhen. “We have one local team across two Tauranga clinics: 138 Fraser St, which was formerly Tauranga Audiology of Promed House, and at 83 Pyes Pa Rd, which is called First Hearing Centre.” Crowhen said Fraser St now offers a wider range of services, with ear nurse specialist Sandy Cheetham, formerly of BOP Ear Clinic, recently joining the team. “There’s plenty of experience here. I bring more than 27 years to my audiologist role, audiologist Amanda Clemens and Sandy Cheetham both hold more than 15 years’ experience, and audiometrist Miriam Dalley has

more than 10.” Crowhen said appointments are unhurried, explanations are plain, and family are welcome. “Whether it’s the TV creeping louder, a busy café where conversation is harder to follow, ringing ears or a blocked ear, the team listens first, then gives honest options – with no pressure.” Services include hearing tests, hearing aids, tinnitus support, custom hearing protection and ear wax removal. No referral is needed, and ACC funding may be available for noise-related hearing loss. “Being independent means decisions are made right here in Tauranga, around what’s best for you.” Crowhen said hearing loss is usually gradual. “It often starts with difficulty in social situations, leaving you cut off from the conversation. The important thing is not to leave it too long. Contact us today for an appointment.”

From left ft, t audiometrist Miriam Dalley, audiologist David Crowhen, audiologist Amanda Clemens and ear nurse specialist Sandy Cheetham. Photo / Supplied

the earlier the better New Zealand has some of the world’s highest rates of malignant melanoma, and Bay of Plenty has the highest rates in the country, says Dr Paul Salmon, dermatologist of Skin Centre Tauranga.

Most melanomas are not painful, Salmon said. “So without awareness that looking for them is important, they can grow insidiously and get detected later when there’s more potential for complications.” Salmon said take the time to carefully check “Most people know skin from top of someone who The Skin Centre’s team of experts are to toe – not has been diagnosed high hly skkillled d in detecting potentiall forgetting the with melanoma, concerns at their earliest stages. scalp, between and sadly, many fingers and toes, palms and soles. “Be know of someone who has died because suspicious of any new or changing mole, of it.” While malignant melanoma has lump, sore, scaly patch or ulcer and get the potential to be deadly, it is curable if it checked out early. Sun protection is identified and treated at an early stage, also pivotal if we are to see rates of skin Salmon said. “Timely identification cancer fall.” and treatment of melanoma is often When it comes to skin cancer – dependent on an examination by a doctor especially malignant melanoma – the trained in recognising the often subtle earlier the better, Salmon said. early signs, and by self-examination.” To have an expert skin examination, Self-examination should be done 3-4 make an appointment with a specialist times a year, with a partner to help look dermatologist today. at areas of skin that are difficult to see.

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The fringe, the arts, the blues... Everyone take a deep breath – the rest of October is going to be a rush!

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Fortunately, things don’t end there, and the announcements of new interesting events keep coming. But let’s start by dealing one more time with the current festival blitz ... Reading this early? You may still have time to get down to The Historic Village where, on Saturday, October 24, the Tauranga Fringe Festival is happening in all its magnificence: 91 acts, 6 stages, music, art, poetry, fashion, and general craziness for all the family. Among the musical acts – and there are too many to name them all – are Dan Sharp, StellaVision, We Will Ride Fast, Joanne Melbourne, Finn Curtis, Gunsmiths, Edward Gains, The Beatnik Staffs, Van Brookes, Cat Face, and Dead Simple – surely something for everyone. Concurrently there’s the Tauranga Arts Festival, continuing until the end of the month. I’m not going to go through the programme again; pop online and check out the festival site, there are amazing things on offer. Then the month climaxes with two outstanding alternative gigs as Seattle grunge legends Mudhoney come to Totara St on October 30 and unclassifiable Italian band OvO play Ōkahukura on Grey Street on October 31 with support from Threat.Meet.Protocol, Hoick, and Flogging A Dead One Horse Town.

Blues anyone?

The late Glen Hansard. Photo / Emily O’Donnell

had a crack at a blues festival, what with the extremely popular monthly blues jams at the Sport Fishing Club and the general appeal of the music. This one is very much a trial balloon, a boutique start to what might grow in years to come. It’s a one-day festival on November 15 at the Holy Trinity Church, 3rd Ave. Lined up are The Mojo 3 with some electrifying Chicago and British blues, Mike Garner Trio with old-time Mississippi Delta sounds, rising Taranaki indie powerhouse Karen Clarke Blues Woman, and Kiwi blues favourites Kokomo playing a last local show for 2026. The festival also promises a spectacular closing jam and special guests, including singer Joanne Melbourne and sax maestro Mark Dennison. Looks like a whole bunch of fun! Another that caught my eye is at the beginning of December..

This December

One new venture happening in November is The Tauranga Blues Festival. It’s about time Tauranga

On December 4, Totara Street hosts a special celebration of the

music of Glen Hansard, the Irish singer who formed The Frames and went on to international fame with his Oscar-winning music for the film Once in which he starred with Markéta Irglová. Noted local musician Derek Toner – Mellowdrops, Nine Mile Stone, Toner & Franks – is a fellow Irishman with long connections to Hansard’s music. Among more than 20 musicians joining him in the gig are Damo Innes, Brian Franks, Tim Julian, James Bos, Steve Mills, Lewis Martin, Shelby Maples, Ed Gains and Steve Macken. The night goes beyond music. Hansard long championed help for people experiencing homelessness, so it seems fitting that all profits from the night will go to Under the Stars, supporting people experiencing homelessness right here in our community. Damn fine!

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See speedway cars and meet drivers at the Mount To celebrate the opening night of Baypark Speedway on Saturday, October 24, Mount Mainstreet team is bringing the competition’s top drivers to Coronation Park from 11am to 3pm tomorrow to show off their cars. People at the park will get an up-close glimpse

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of sprintcars, midgets, superstocks, stockcars and ministocks. There will be chances to meet the drivers and win family passes to Baypark Speedway. So get along to the park at 230 Maunganui Rd between 11am and 3pm tomorrow – entry is free.

Bounce along to watch basketball for free!

Aotearoa’s largest and most electrifying basketball showcase is in town this weekend – and it’s free for spectators to watch. The HoopNation Classic Tauranga runs today, October 23 to Monday, October 26 from 8am4pm daily at Mercury Baypark Arena. Teams from throughout New Zealand and across the ditch from Australia play four days of basketball across 22 divisions – from under-12s 12U grassroots games right through to adult elite matches. This means more than 200 teams will play across 17 courts. Mercury Baypark Arena hosts the headline games and every final on Labour Day Monday, with the rest of the action spread across Mount Maunganui Sport & Recreation Centre, Queen Elizabeth Youth Centre, Hamaru Sports & Recreation Centre, Tauranga Intermediate, and Aquinas, Mount, Tauranga Boys’ and Tauranga Girls’ colleges. People are encouraged to come for the basketball and stay for the rest of it: DJs and MCs courtside, food trucks, and the Slam Dunk Contest and 3-Point Shootout on Sunday night. Find out draws and venues at: www.hoopnation.basketball/tournaments/ tauranga-classic

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Diva can’t wait to perform in Tauranga’s Christmas Special Suzanne Lynch has completed two world tours with Yusaf/Cat Stevens, recorded three albums with him, and toured and sung with global music royalty.

New Zealand singer and performer, Suzanne Lynch, is no stranger to big stages.

In her seventh decade in showbiz, Lynch believes she’s exactly where she should be. “I love the way you can lift an audience up,” said the Kiwi singer and performer. “The adrenaline we can all feel when the audience is with you and enjoying your performance as much as you are. It’s the best feeling in the world.” Lynch is part of next month’s DIVAS! Christmas Special in Tauranga – a new and larger version of 2024’s smash-hit tour, celebrating great female artists of the past six decades. The concert will be held at Mercury Baypark Arena, delivering a large-scale production to an audience in their thousands, with most tickets already snapped up.

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She worked with Cat Stevens, now known as Yusuf Islam. “I loved working with him. We rehearsed a lot, so everything was always perfect on stage.” Nerves didn’t get the better of her and as a young Kiwi travelling the world with a music superstar, she just wanted to enjoy the ride. “It was all in all an exciting, wonderful experience.” In the UK, Lynch formed one of the most in-demand vocal groups, providing backing vocals on records for some of the biggest artists of the time. Now she’s part of The Lady Killers – and has been for more than 20 years with Jackie Clarke and Tina Cross, who are part of the DIVAS! line-up.

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Special is on November 28 at Mercury Baypark Arena. Get tickets at: www.divas.co.nz.

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Lynch’s career began at 14 with sister Judy Donaldson, as part of the pop group The Chicks. She was discovered by guitarist Peter Posa. “We asked Peter for his autograph, and he said: ‘Not unless you sing a song’. So we did – in two-part harmony!” Lynch recalled. “Peter’s manager, Ron Dalton, just happened to be looking for a new act. He signed us up and the rest is history.” The Chicks had major hits in New Zealand with Miss You Baby, Timothy, Hucklebuck and more. Lynch entertained the nation on TV shows C’mon and Happen Inn, before heading abroad to record vocals on albums of international stars.

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will also involve singer/songwriter Annie Crummer. “I love to sing with Jackie and Tina, our voices are so different, but when put together in harmony, the sound is amazing,” Lynch said. “I’m so looking forward to the DIVAS! Christmas Special with my good friend Annie Crummer. I will sing a Joni Mitchell song I’ve always loved, plus many more amazing Diva songs with my besties.” Lynch can’t wait to star in DIVAS! “Music and singing has always been my life, and as Jackie often says to me, ‘It’s just who you are’. I have always – if it feels right – just followed my gut and said yes. Give it a try... it works!” The DIVAS! Christmas Special will feature stunning hits from the mostcherished Divas spanning generations, including a sprinkle of Christmas songs to kick off the festive season and a celebration of Kiwi classics too.

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