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Grinch Devoy takes a crack at Christmas The peculiar but entertaining behaviour of Dame Susan continues, with a couple more weird gaffes surfacing from the Human Rights Commissioner this week.

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First up was a meeting of local business women, at which she’s reported to have made a wisecrack about The Weekend Sun. As faithfully relayed by the hordes of RR readers attending, it seems the Dame gave advice to women on how to make a difference on matters they felt strongly about.

Writing letters to the editor was amongst those suggestions, to which she supposedly dissed The Weekend Sun, saying the paper wouldn’t print her letters.

This, of course, is laughable, since it was a published letter to The Sun from the Dame that raised the ire of many readers a year or so back. And we jam as many letters into the page as possible each week.

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lack of comment on any matters since that shows it’s the commissioner, not the newspaper, playing the snooty public servant game.

Let’s recap. Dame Susan abused the privilege of her office by writing on the commission’s letterhead, using public funded staff and facilities, to grizzle about content in this column, but signed as a Tauranga ratepayer. In other words, using the power, authority, assets, and benefits of public office to make a personal complaint.

Here’s some sound advice to anyone wanting to make a difference, feel free to drop a line to the Sun (letters @thesun.co.nz) and provided it isn’t obscene or defamatory, we’ll publish it.

Patron of PC

Meanwhile, the Dame is in the firing line for trying to undermine Christmas.

In another lofty role, as patron of the Auckland Regional Migrants Services, she’s apparently backing their policy of avoiding the word ‘Christmas’.

This is part of the PC brigade’s efforts to bend over backwards to avoid upsetting new arrivals to the country, who might find Christmas offensive.

A very good article in Granny Herald, by columnist Brian Rudman, explains. ‘Dame Susan wants to save me, and the majority of New Zealanders who are not Christian, from feeling excluded at this time of year. Let me assure her that as long as the sun shines, the wine flows, and there’s plenty of pork crackling, I don’t care what the season is called.’

The ARMS people are pushing for Christmas to be replaced with ‘happy holidays’ or ‘season’s greetings’ and Christmas dinner is being replaced with ‘festive lunch’.

RR has filed this in the “crock of shite” category.

If migrants don’t like what they find here, I can recommend several good airports.

We should have signs at every point of entry, explaining: “This country celebrates Christmas, even the heathens and may contain traces of nuts.”

Seriously though, we stop everything else at the border. Animals, insects, fruit and vege, fruit flies, and the occasional bad-ass rock star. Why shouldn’t we also stop bad attitudes? If you don’t like the culture and customs of the nation you are entering, go somewhere else. I don’t expect other countries to bend to my particular beliefs and customs when I visit, or heaven forbid, emigrate.

Why should Kiwis accept it?

Worthwhile issues

Here at the RR Politically Corrupt Headquarters, we reckon it’s time the commission and its highly paid officials found something

worthwhile to do. There’s some real issues out there that need some highly funded attention; stop undermining Christmas, Christians and even the non-believers... who just like to have a good old family Christmas in any tradition they like.

Use your energy to perhaps save an endangered species. Help ban the public sale of fireworks.

Go find a cure for cancer, war, radical extremists, murderers, or gout... even figure out a way to re-unite socks into their original pairs.

That would be more useful than denigrating the culture of the masses of ordinary, law abiding, peace-loving, tax paying (mostly) Kiwi folk.

Our persistent contributor Tyler, so perplexed by the Dame’s latest stance, says perhaps she is confused about race and religion, which of course are two different things.

Tyler has penned this new version of …

The Night Before Christmas At the offices of the race relations commissioner, on the evening of 24 December... ’Twas the night before something And like all through the year Nothing was happening No real work is done here The fax was shut down The computers turned off And gone home for more holidays Those snouts in the trough No drinks in the office No cabinets of booze Teetotallers could be offended The next edict from Dame Suze?

As race relations commissioner She stood hale and hearty Her qualifications for office?

Ask the National Party All language must be PC No wise men, stars or manger Potentially offensive terms They’re the real danger Then just outside the window I spied with my eyes Not a fat jolly Santa But an ethnically non-specific neutrally-gendered person of size!

I heard him exclaim Not wishing to offend her “Happy nothing in particular to all” As approved by the commissioner

- TT brian@thesun.co.nz Facebook: Rogers Rabbits

IMPORTANT STUFF: All material is copyright and may not be reproduced without the written permission of the publisher. Sun Media makes every effort to ensure the accuracy of all information and accepts no liability for errors or omissions or the subsequent use of information published. The Grinch is a fictional character created by Dr. Seuss. He first appeared as the main character of the 1957 Christmas story How the Grinch Stole Christmas! According to Wikipedia, the grumpy, anti-holiday spirit of the character has led to the term “Grinch”,which is probably derived from the French word grincheux which means “grumpy”.

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Who will own the water?

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But he says there are issues with water that have to be sorted, environmental issues such as rules on fencing stock and keeping dairy cows out of our waterways.

The government intends publishing a discussion paper on the future of water next year so iwi, farmers, power companies, concerned citizens, irrigators, and recreational users can see exactly where the It’s our God given right, the lifeblood, the new oil it government is going. seems, even here in New Zealand.

But David insists Maori will want water for But who owns the water, and is the government themselves. “If they are involved in managing water, about to surrender control of the nation’s fresh water they will make decisions that are going to favour them. to Maori?

If it involves granting water rights to other people, it The New Zealand Centre will involve Maori clipping the for Political Research would ticket.” have us believe that’s the case.

“Pardon my cynicism, but it It has advertised in the nation’s seems to be a very real possibility,” newspapers saying iwi leaders says David. issued an ultimatum to the Tamati Kruger of Ngai Tuhoe government to hand over water believes the debate over ownership to Maori tribes within a year. of the nation’s water is unhelpful “And believe it or not the to humanity and the environment. government is complying,” “It should be about quality says the ad. and sustainability. It’s everyone’s “That is extreme and pretty responsibility,” he says. But he says silly,” says MP for Tauranga there are issues that need addressing. and Minister of Energy and “Somehow the crown has Resources Simon Bridges. laid claim to ownership of water The NZCPR is led by former and we need to know how that Act MP, Dr Muriel Newman. happened? Also the crown has “She and her friends made given its subsidiaries, councils similar claims at the time of the all over New Zealand, the right foreshore and seabed,” says Simon. to meter and sell water. How did “They got a lot of people worked NZ Centre for political Research’s they get that mandate?” up then, and they have been Tamati also says a lot of people David Round. proved wrong. get a lot of water and don’t pay for “This is just more scare-mongering, another stunt.” it... like the farmers.

But David Round of the NZCPR says we should be David says at present water is not owned by anyone concerned, very concerned. and is administered by democratically elected councils “Maori, who at other times go on about how no-one responsible to the public and administered for the can own the water, would accept privatisation if they public benefit. knew the private hands into which it was going to fall, “But what is being proposed here, inevitably, is were theirs.” that Maori are going to have a greater share in the David says the government has been working with administration of water than their population and the Iwi – “not in secret but covertly” – on how to interests entitles them to.” “sneak iwi water control clauses into complex fresh Simon is sure the NZCPR believes what it says. water management plans” through regional councils.

“They just happen to be wrong.”

So are Maori claiming ownership?

And just like his neighbours, he too wants to visit “No, that’ll never happen,” says Simon. “We have lakes and rivers whenever he chooses. made it very clear no-one owns the water, there are “And not pay iwi for the right to do so. We just no shares in this resource.” wouldn’t get involved in that silly sort of stuff.”

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Tauranga tenants feeling the heat “Ouch!” says Colin Poultney.

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Bay is NZ’s best-performing region The Bay of Plenty has knocked Auckland from top spot as New Zealand’s best-performing region on the latest ASB/Main Report Regional Economic Scoreboard.

The move, up from second place, comes as the Bay continues to out-perform other regions on employment growth and enjoys the benefits of a strong housing market.

ASB chief economist Nick Tuffley says the Bay of Plenty has much to boast about this quarter, as it finally takes first place from Auckland.

“We’re hearing stories about happy, cashed-up Aucklanders moving to the region,” says Nick.

“House sales, prices and construction were star performers for the BOP over the quarter.”

He had just received a letter from his property manager and it was all gloom. The weekly rental on his two-bedroom Brookfield unit was going up more than 33 per cent, from $190 to $300. It came out of the blue and was a hammer blow to Colin’s back pocket.

“The rent will soak up nearly three quarters of my pay packet.”

And other bills will take care of the rest for this service station worker on the minimum adult wage of $14.75 an hour, about Brookfield renter Colin Poultney browses the property and rental section of The Weekend Sun.

Baypark-Bayfair link all go The first stage of the $102 million Baypark to Bayfair (B2B) Link Upgrade in Tauranga looks set to start before Christmas.

The Transport Agency’s Bay of Plenty highways manager, Niclas Johansson has confirmed that the railway relocation work is the first phase of the State Highway 2 project.

“The project team is working closely with KiwiRail on the enabling works, which involves relocating the East Coast Main Trunk railway line to the west of Owens Place,” says Niclas.

Boost for Bay home buyers Some 75 people in Bay of Plenty are receiving help to buy their first home through the government’s new $435 million KiwiSaver HomeStart scheme.

Government doubled support for first home buyers through KiwiSaver HomeStart in April, with couples able to apply for grants of up to $10,000 for a deposit on an existing home, and up to $20,000 for a new-build.

Bay of Plenty MP Todd Muller says: “This is the most generous support for first home buyers in more than a generation. In the Bay of Plenty alone, there has been $305,000 in grants paid.”

Motorcyclist’s road to recovery Despite the months of recovery that lie ahead of him after breaking his leg in a motorbike accident, Nick Kerr is just thankful to be alive.

The EC Credit Control area manager’s left foot was almost amputated when it took the full brunt of a crash on Pyes Pa Road on Thursday, November 19.

As he lay on the ground looking at his mangled foot, thoughts turned to his family, and the possibility that he may never see them again.

Father to a son and a daughter, the 34-year-old recently bought the bike that was involved in the crash and is in the middle of paying for a new house.

SunLive Comment of the Week Following the news that the Bay of Plenty has overtaken Auckland as New Zealand’s bestperforming region, Murray Guy commented:

“Can’t be correct as according to a very squeaky and demanding selfish minority, we will always be ‘behind the eight ball’ until we indebt our ratepayers higher up the neck on a new museum, a second rugby stadium and somewhere to put your toes in the water!”

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$450 to $500 in his hand a week.

“But it’s a nice neighbourhood, opposite a school and round the corner from a supermarket. It’s desirable,” says Colin. So while the rent increase hurts, he can understand.

Across town in Pyes Pa, another family’s reeling from market forces. A couple who’ve been paying $290 a week for the past six years have had their rent reviewed. They’ll soon be paying $400, another 33 per cent increase.

“In all honesty the market tells us it should be $450 to $475 if we were renting it right now. But that would be unfair,” says Dan Lusby, business manager of Tauranga Rentals. “So we have compromised at $400.”

These were just two anomalies in a market riddled with anomalies as both properties were bargain rentals to start with.

But today it’s an overheated market, a landlord’s market because demand for rental housing is far outstripping supply. And that impacts directly on what tenants are expected to pay.

“For example, 80 people applied for one property in just one week” says Dan. “Even though it hadn’t been rented we had to cut it off. We couldn’t take any more applications.

There is a housing crisis.”

He says the number of available rental homes in Tauranga has fluctuated between 140 and 170 over the past three months.

“And there have been heaps of applications,” says Dan. “Perhaps 50 for each of them.” The norm is 10-20 for one property.

In the last year average rentals have gone up $33.58 a week from $354.33 in October last year to $387.91 last month.

Meanwhile Colin is pondering the extra $110 he will be paying out for rent in January.

“That’s the grocery bill going to the landlord.”

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Legacy Trust $40K donation for Classic Flyers Legacy Trust has gifted $40,000 to Classic Flyers to help fund the aviation museum.

Classic Flyers is unique for its historic displays of aviation delights, with a restaurant, bar and a shed of old planes.

Back in 2012, the Legacy Trust came to the party to aid in the acquirement of the new Aermacchi fighter jet to arrive at Classic Flyers.

The foundation donated $10,000 for the base cost in acquiring the jet, and to honour the gift, the main hanger housing the aircraft will be renamed the Legacy Jet Centre – in recognition of the donation.

Classic Flyers NZ management board chairman David Love says Classic Flyers and the Legacy Trust, in their very different ways, are dedicated to increasing the attractiveness of the Bay as a place to work and play.

“Since Greg Brownless gifted his funeral business to the people of Tauranga with the formation of The Legacy Foundation the amount of donations to organisations has been extraordinary and

has enabled the provision of a vast array of amenities and facilities for the city and environs that otherwise would not have come to fruition.

“We feel honoured the foundation should feel we are worth the major grant that has been donated.”

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Photo: Tracy Hardy.

Lack of support for family A Tauranga father and husband is frustrated at the lack of support his family is being given after a home invasion left his wife and two-year-old daughter traumatised.

Lee’s wife Stacey, whose surnames they have asked to be omitted from this article for safety purposes, feared for her life, as well as that of their daughter, when a man broke into their home around 10pm on October 24.

Stacey was lying in bed when she heard glass smash.

She went to investigate the noise and saw small holes in a window panel next to the door of her Welcome Bay home. With phone in hand, she called 111 and ran straight to her daughter’s room.

The intruder managed to smash the window in the spare room and climb in – directly opposite her two-year-old daughter's room, where she had barricaded herself in.

“He tried to get into the room and said ‘I’m with the Illuminati, I’ve been sent here to kill you, I’m going to kill you’.

“He just kept trying to open the door and I was yelling at him to go away. My daughter was just screaming. She kept putting her head under the blankets, screaming.”

The man was arrested by police and has since been remanded in the custody of the Henry Rongomau Bennett Centre, which provides inpatient care for people suffering a mental illness, after having surgery to cuts he sustained when he broke into the house.

Nearly a month after the incident, the family is still picking up the pieces. Lee says his daughter wakes up in the middle of the night screaming.

He says he has been fobbed off by just about everyone he has turned to, to try to get support for his family.

“One day my wife called Victim Support and got told ‘I’m a bit busy at the moment, can you Google grief counselling?’

“We have been to the doctor and put on ACC, then [ACC] have sent a letter back saying because Stacey wasn’t actually stabbed in the home invasion they are not going to give any grief counselling, which I think is a bit rats. My daughter wakes up about every hour on the hour still, and my wife, as soon as it gets dark, is sedated so she can sleep.

“I am trying to push any buttons I can to get help for my family and it seems to be falling on deaf ears.”

Victim Support chief executive Kevin Tso says he deals with victims in the initial instance of the crime.

It’s not generally their policy to comment on individual cases, but he says they support people affected by trauma or crime by providing emotional and practical support, information, financial assistance, referral to other support services, and are advocates for the rights of victims.

“It’s widely accepted that victims of crime who are not provided adequate support in the aftermath are at greater risk of experiencing things such as post-traumatic stress disorder, depression and Letitia Atkinson repeat victimisation.”

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The curtain comes down RSA songbirds (from left): Joye Adams, Tony Dodunski, Ron Tibbo, Gail Wood, Chris Topp, Shirley Walters, Raiha Graham, Beryl Armstrong, Gwen Osbourne, Margaret Hansen, Trich Alderton and Pat Borman, with pianist Phyllis Blackie.

She’s 83, had two strokes, “and goodness knows what else”.

However the show must go on and will go. But after 55 years it will be the final show. And on December 2 the curtain will come down and stay down.

“It’ll be sad because it’s been a lot of fun,” says Trich Balderton, who’s been producing shows for the women’s section of the Mt Maunganui RSA every other month since 1991.

But with the passing of time, there has been attrition.

“There have been deaths and sickness and one thing and another and our numbers have dwindled.

I think we are past our use by date.”

From its heyday, when upwards of 30 people were involved in the troupe, there are now just 10.

Attempts to recruit haven’t worked, ill-health has forced the resignation of the pianist, and the tough decision had to be made. The bi-monthly, hour long concerts on the last Wednesday of the month will cease after the Christmas

Carol show on December 2.

“It has always been enjoyable and if we made mistakes people just laughed.

But that’s been our role, to make people chuckle and join in songs they know.”

Trich will sing a duet. But even though she had repertory experience in England she never sang until she joined the Mount RSA. She is also a life member of the Papamoa Country Music Club.

The women’s section has pulled a couple of men into the show and there might be a few in the audience for the big finale.

“That’s if they can pull themselves away from the pool table,” says Trich.

Then for an hour the Mount RSA will resonate to ‘It’s Beginning to Look a Lot Like Christmas’, ‘Rocking Around the Christmas Tree’, ‘Silver Bells’, ‘Hark the Herald Angels Sing’, and the like.

Then it’ll be over, it’ll be ‘taps’ after 55 years of productions by the women’s section of the Mt Maunganui RSA. Hunter Wells

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New classrooms for intermediate

Mount Maunganui Intermediate class leaders MJ Tuwairua, 12, Ella Rutten, 11, Max Haswell, 12, and Jina Choi, 11, outside the building site. Photo: Tracy Hardy.

“We hope it will all be finished in May, 2016,” says The sound of hammers hitting nails is Lisa. a welcome noise at Mount Maunganui Lisa says the Ministry of Education has allocated Intermediate as 10 new classrooms are built 1000m2 for the 10 classrooms.

“The toilet space is included in that figure. We have on school grounds, part of an estimated worked with the Ministry to create the largest single $2.7 million project. cell spaces that we can, with spaces opening up to the Mount Intermediate School principal Lisa Morresey outdoors.” says the Ministry of Education is building four The estimated $2.7 million project was designed classrooms to cater for a roll increase, four to replace

by Auckland company Chow Hill Architect and leaky buildings, and two to replace old prefabs, which is being built by Bay of Plenty building company are to be rationalised.

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Lisa says 10 brand new modcoms, or rented “We are excited by the new building,” says Lisa. classrooms, are on the school field to house pupils “We have been working on this for a long time. We during construction. A new toilet block is also being just hope our roll growth doesn’t exceed the number Zoe Hunter built at the school, as part of the project. of classroom spaces available.”

Milestone moment for Tauranga’s museum This week Tauranga City Council agreed to assess if an affordable museum can be included in council’s office rebuild project.

This is the first time since 2006 council has agreed to take the lead on the museum project. Councils since 2007 have dangled what

I believe are token gestures in front of an independent museum trust, and unrealistically expected them to sort it out.

Funnily enough, there has been little traction on the project since.

Nearly a decade on the museum discussion has not gone away.

We have a neat opportunity to potentially co-locate a museum next to the library and art gallery as part of the council office rebuild project.

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One Love, one heart Let’s get together and feel all right

Imagine this – one person takes time out of their day to show kindness and compassion to another person who needs help.

What if two people did the same thing? Potentially, that’s two people helped. So if you can, imagine if everyone in Tauranga undertook the practice, how many people would stand to benefit?

“Many people complain the world is a mess, but how many of them are doing something to fix it?” asks One Love festival director Pato Alvarez.

In 2014 One Love donated $1 from every ticket sold to its charitable partner Homes of Hope, a Tauranga based Trust that provides foster care to children who have been neglected and/or abused.

A very humbled Pato says last year there were more than 8000 people who bought One Love tickets last year.

“I’ve been through a lot in my life, but the main thing that kept me going was family,” he explains. “Homes of Hope do an awesome job, they not only protect the

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kids but they also try to help the parents to be better, to look after and protect their own kids.

“What I think is so awesome about Homes of Hope is they’re taking these kids and showing them a different future. I really believe that the kids are our future.”

More than anything, Pato hopes the festival’s efforts will show businesses that even the smallest action can make the biggest difference for local charities, and ultimately, the people they care for.

One who likes to dream big, he uses supermarkets as an example: You buy something for 96 cents in cash and it gets rounded up to $1. That’s four cents which could be donated to a charity.

While it may look small, across 1000 rounded-up purchases that’s $400. Perhaps it something to keep in mind the next time you do your weekly shop.

“It can be even be little things, it doesn’t have to be money,” he says, “show kindness to your neighbour, brother, sister, anyone.

“What I’m doing helps me to feel like I’m doing my part to help the world around me.

“If one person gave a little bit of their day, their time and effort, the world will be a little bit better – just imagine if everyone did that.”

Left: One Love Festival director Pato Alvarez.

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Artists brighten up Kathleen Kilgour Centre Starting this week the Kathleen Kilgour Centre will display art and sculptures created by Tauranga artists in the public spaces of the building.

The Creative Tauranga Charitable Trust is collaborating with the centre to choose the artists and the first seven to be selected are Rob McGregor, Tony Pearce, Lianne Maxwell, Birgitt Shannon, Sarina Smith, Paul Oellermann and Richard Smith.

Gallery curator Millie Newitt says the artists and artwork will change every six months, which gives a wide range of people the opportunity to show and sell

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“I’m down there four days a week once I’ve got the kids into bed,” says Kieran. “First things first.”

He’s training for the 2015 Commonwealth Powerlifting Championships in Vancouver on November 29-December 6.

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Putting clients on the straight and narrow so they can get a home, and helping them save money when they swap banks, is what drives Debbie. If its first home, refinancing your home loan or even building your dream Co-operative Bank manager Debbie Trebes home. says many people are not aware they already For those struggling to get have a deposit saved for their first home. into their first home, Debbie says they can use the Welcome Home Loan. “It’s designed for firsthome or second chance buyers. They only need a minimum of 10 per cent deposit, which can be made up from a First Home subsidy from Housing New Zealand and from their KiwiSaver account. Many people already have a deposit without even realising it.”

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bunch of records, so everything’s going better than planned.

“For the deadlift my national record is 245kg, but over the weekend I lifted 262.5kg.” It’s not officially a national record, but it’s a confirmed Waikato/Bay of Plenty regional record.

“So that was quite a bit more and encouraging.”

Kieran also broke the regional record with a 197.5kg squat and 122.5kg bench press.

Things are looking good for the Commonwealth Championships, apart from last week’s ‘sniffles’.

“I think I’m pretty much over that now and all on track,” says Kieran.

His three children are looking forward to the big competition. “They’re counting down the days. My wife’s coming along with me and the kids are staying at home. We’ve got the grandparents staying with them.”

Hopefully they’ll be able to catch dad on the telly.

“It streams live so we’ve just got to work out the timings. It’s four o’clock Vancouver time, so whatever that works out to be NZ time.”

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Friday 27 November 2015

Fireworks just one night a year?

Cleo neither likes fireworks nor understands them.

And even less now, because fireworks almost cost Cleo her life.

Cleo got spooked in the small hours of Saturday, November 7 – a day and a half after Guy Fawkes’ night.

The normally placid and sensible sport horse bolted, tried to hurdle a gate in the dark, and got her hind legs trapped and mutilated by the splintered wood.

“It was completely out of character and shows me the level of stress caused by the fireworks,” says Cleo’s owner Genevieve Denize.

“I was devastated. It’s like a member of your family being hurt and you know they’re in terrible pain.”

There’s an element of irony because the Tauranga lawyer had moved her horse from a paddock near town to Oropi.

“I thought fireworks wouldn’t be a problem, that Cleo would be well out of harm’s way.”

She was until the night exploded. The blaze of light, smoke, and sound was a belated Guy Fawkes party close to what was meant to be Cleo’s safe haven. It seems no-one had been advised about the party, even though it was in a rural setting around farm animals.

“That’s the whole problem,” says Genevieve.

“Guy Fawkes just carries on and on and on. And for people who own animals it’s not knowing where and when it’s going to happen. People are letting them off for days and weeks.”

The lawyer doesn’t want to be the ‘anti-fun police’. “But I think it’s a case of balance.”

“If fireworks were just one night of the year and I knew that with certainty, I could put my horse in a stable or a place I know she would be safe.”

She cites the Australian example where fireworks can’t be bought for personal use. “But there are public displays and Hunter Wells people love it.”

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The other kindergartners saw his drawings and wanted to join in too. “It was remarkable because he took an interest in it, and because the kids were intrigued by what he was doing, they did it as well.”

Sheryl was on to something. She came up with a project the children could all be involved in: building go karts. Since March, the four-year-olds have been busy making go karts to auction at the kindy on November 27 at 5.30pm.

“The kids were using measuring tapes, cutting the wood themselves with the swords, drilling holes, and putting in screws.” Supervised, of course.

Staff thank Bellevue Motors, Mowers and Cycles, Wheel Co, Maleme St Transfer Station, and specific families who have donated parts for the go karts.

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It’s all about having fun Do the training, you’re only racing against yourself and most of all have fun. That’s the advice from Generation Homes Women’s Triathlon competitor Karla West.

It’s the third time the event has taken place and Karla has entered every event.

The 2014 event was the first time the 37-year-old nurse had taken part in a multisport event and she admits she’s become addicted to them.

So much so she took part in this year’s New Zealand Iron Man. Her feats also earned her the Cameron Brown and Erin Bakers Awards at the Taupo Sports Awards for her participation in various qualifying events.

More than 500 women are expected to take part in the female-only triathlon, consisting of a 400m swim, 10km cycle and 4km run or walk from Pilot Bay on February 21, 2016.

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Over-50s lifestyle checklist Kiwi band LIFE Worship battled cancer, a botched vocal cord operation, a breakdown, and a car crash on the journey to record their award-winning album ‘Through the Fire’.

At the 2015 New Zealand Music Awards on November 19 they picked up the gong for Best Christian Album.

Executive producer, songwriter, and singer Tony Crawford, of Tauranga, says, “It was kind of like, wow, I didn’t actually see that coming, but it was really cool.”

After recording their first album, the band started working on songs for their second.

“We hit a few speed bumps in the journey,” says Tony.

A botched operation left Tony unable to talk, other than to “grunt like Chewbacca”.

“I lost my voice completely for eight months.”

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Action for mountain bikers Kiwi Crusade organiser Darryl Gove says you have to be a little crazy to enter New Zealand’s first international multi-day mountain bike stage race.

Crusade is the first event of its kind to take place in the North Island.

Teams spread across five categories (men’s, women’s, mixed, masters, and Kiwi), will spend seven days riding

So far 400 riders have entered the race, which gets underway on February 28. Sponsored by The Weekend Sun, Darryl says the event has everything an action junkie, adrenalin loving, mountain biker could want.

Starting on The Strand and travelling through the Bay of Plenty and Coromandel, Kiwi

through tar seal, gravel, single track, and 4WD roads in stages, starting and finishing on Tauranga’s waterfront.

Darryl says Kiwi Crusade will also include a three-day event for those who can’t get away for seven days.

The event has attracted international interest. “We have a team coming from Kenya riding a tandem, and the guy on the back is blind. He lost his sight during the American Embassy bombing in Nairobi a few years ago.”

Darryl is also waiting on confirmation from a South African competitor, who is the only person to have rowed from South Africa to America.

It takes a special breed of rider to compete in Kiwi Crusade.

“You’ve got to be a little bit crazy to do these things, so it’s shaping up to be a really great event,” says Darryl.

For more information on the event or how to register check out their website kiwicrusade.co.nz

Kiwi Crusade organisers Darryl Grove.

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The murder of 19-year-old Takena Tiepa-Ranapia, 19, known as Tarks, at Ohauiti in November 2014 was motivated by revenge for a claimed sexual assault, a Tauranga High Court jury heard this week.

On trial for murder are Hiakita Hori Eruera, 36, Hyacin Eruera, 40, and Paul William Taki, 37.

Crown Prosecutor Greg Hollister-Jones says they are charged together, because while Hiakita Eruera is alleged to have struck the fatal blow, his wife Hyacin and Paul Taki were fully involved participants.

Hyacin drove the two men from the Mount to Ohauiti and shouted encouragement from the car, says Greg.

The trio in the vehicle first assaulted two young men near the intersection of Ohauiti Road and Welcome Bay Road, before continuing to Mansfield Street, off Harrisfield Drive, where the Crown alleges Eruera stabbed Tarks in the neck.

There are two sets of charges for the Ohauiti Road attacks, wounding with intent to cause grievous bodily harm, and assault with a weapon.

The Crown says Eruera stabbed one man several times, and Taki struck another on the back of the head with a metal object.

It is the Crown case that the attacks were in response to an alleged sexual assault on their daughter, whom the parents dropped off at a party at 4b Mansfield Street, Ohauiti, about 5pm.

She is thought to have left the party about 10pm and arrived home at Eversham Road two hours later complaining she was sexually assaulted by the three men.

Facebook messaging, texts, the in-cab taxi video, and witnesses are being used to show the evening’s events to the jury. The trial, which is Tauranga’s second High Court jury trial, is set down for three weeks. Justice Christian Whata is presiding.

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Keep cool with colour

Scientifically, we don’t fully understand the link between colour and mood, but it’s a fact colour does significantly affect our senses.

Colour’s dramatic impact means choosing carefully – but what’s the rap on cool colour schemes?

If you haven’t felt a little daunted by choosing a colour for a particular project – then you may be a colour savant! For the rest of us, here are some tips to help.

The cool colours are generally purples, blues, and blue-greens, and their associated colours with cool undertones.

Cool colours have calming effects. In rooms, cool colours appear to recede, making rooms look larger.

These colours work well in bright and sunny spaces – but maybe not so well in rooms that don’t get much natural light.

Blue is a versatile hue – used in bedrooms, bathrooms, and office/study areas for different reasons.

Blues can relax, soothe, and be calming and are a popular choice for bedrooms. Blues also seem to improve focus and productivity, therefore it’s good to use in offices and study areas. It’s widely used in bathrooms, laundries and clinical areas because of its clean and fresh appeal.

Dark blues are associated with trustworthiness and corporate stability – consider how many big firms use dark blue in their logos. In interior rooms, it may make us feel sad, so use warm highlights to contrast and balance.

Purple is almost a magical colour. It’s associated with creativity, royalty, and wealth. When you think about it, purple is a mix of red and blue –

Jo Knell, owner of Instyle Colourplu s, Mt Maun ganui, with a ra nge of interio r cool shades.

providing a balance between stimulation and serenity, encouraging creativity. Light purple is said to be peaceful, and relieves tension.

When a peaceful and restful environment is wanted – the greens and green/blue are the ‘go to’ colours.

Greens are considered quiet colours – soothing, so they invite feelings of harmony to diffuse anxiety.

Colour can be a wonderful tool for making your home or workplace less stressful and more calming – having an impact on everyone’s mood and wellbeing.

Colour is an exciting journey. Even if choosing colours seems daunting, remember that everything you learn now will stay with you for the rest of your life. So get out those test pots, get over your fears, start creating, and you’ll soon be ‘cool as’ with colour.

Making your pool a perfect addition Backyard pools demand a major investment of both money and time. It’s critical to consider all aspects before making the leap into purchasing a new swimming hole. Here are some things to think about: Backyard pools can add value to your home. They are permanent features, such as the number of bedrooms and bathrooms.

Pool based exercise is very beneficial and low-impact.

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Be the cool house. As kids get older, they have a way of gravitating away from home to be with friends.

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Otumoetai student receives scholarship to study medicine Talented Otumoetai College student Ashlyn Sheridan will be heading to Dunedin next year to begin a degree in medicine, with a whole lot more financial support behind her than she had originally anticipated.

Ashlyn has been awarded this year’s Acorn Foundation Robin & Anne Scoular Scholarship to support her tertiary studies.

Acorn operations manager Margot McCool says with a value of $30,000 over three years the scholarship will enable her to focus on her studies without the added pressure of worrying about funding her years of study.

“Ashlyn is an incredibly talented and hardworking young lady. She is already a highly accomplished pianist, and last year achieved NCEA Level 2 with Excellence. From next year she will be turning her focus to a degree in medicine, and we believe she has all the qualities necessary to achieve this to the same high level.”

The scholarship is one of a growing number awarded annually through the Acorn Foundation, on behalf of donors who wish to make a difference to the prospects of talented young people living in this region.

“The scholarship is particularly apt because Robin himself had a long career in medicine at Tauranga Hospital,” says Margaret.

“He is thrilled to see Ashlyn starting down the same path as he himself had travelled – even starting at Dunedin in the same student hostel as he had lived in 60 years earlier!”

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Tourism spending increases to $773m Tourism spending in the coastal Bay of Plenty has increased from $86 to $773 million.

The figures, which are calculated once a year, reflect spend by international and domestic tourists in the region to March 2015.

“We knew anecdotally that the region was performing strongly over the last 18 months, but this data shows our collective efforts are having real economic impact and will be felt positively in the pockets of local businesses,” says Tourism Bay of Plenty chair Ian Smith.

“The marketing of our region is majority funded by business rate payers and this result represents incredibly good return on this investment.”

Visitor spending is reportedly on a wide range of local services and products including: retail sales, restaurants and cafes, accommodation, transport, petrol,

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The figures don’t reflect the majority of cruise passenger spend whilst in the area, as they are not specifically factored in to the study, says Ian. The coastal Bay of Plenty region is from Waihi Beach to Ohope Beach and the marketing of the region is the responsibility of local Regional Tourism Organisation (RTO) Tourism Bay of Plenty. They market the region on behalf of Tauranga City Council, Western Bay District Council and Whakatane District Council.

Western Bay of Plenty Mayor Ross Paterson says the increase in tourism spend is good news for the Bay. “We should continue to work corroboratively to encourage visitors to our region. We have traditionally been strong domestically and are progressively increasing the focus on attracting international visitors to the Bay.”

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Open for business

Located an easy 15-minute drive from Tauranga city, Pyes Pa is an increasingly popular spot to live for new and current Bay residents.

The new Pyes Pa Shopping Complex is a reflection of the growing demand for a hub

to feed, aid and pamper these new Pyes Pa customers – and the range of retail options won’t disappoint!

Currently open is the new Pyes Pa pharmacy, Flex Fitness, TLC Hair, a variety of takeaways including Turkish,

New dental clinic seeks to educate A new dental practice is coming to Pyes Pa, and the clinic’s approach to customer service is great news for locals.

Dr Riaan Kriek and Dr Estee Kriek are keen to educate their customers, not just solve their dental difficulties.

“We know visiting a dentist is not everybody’s top priority,” says Estee. “The main reasons for this is cost and discomfort, and we would like to address both of these issues for our patients.”

She explains cheaper is not always cheaper, and it is essential you find a dentist with modern equipment who uses modern techniques.

“We live in the digital era, where porcelain dental crowns can be milled in one visit, and digital dentistry also adds safety, efficiency and comfort

Dr Estee Kriek outside the new dental clinic she and husband, Dr Riaan Kriek, are opening in Pyes Pa on December 1.

to dental treatment.”

Estee says digital X-rays use 90 per cent less radiation than traditional X-rays, and new oil free compressed air systems produce clean air to drive the dental hand-pieces used in the mouth.

“Our Pyes Pa practice is equipped with state of the

art digital equipment that will change the way dental services are delivered,” she says.

“Prevention is cheaper than cure.

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Camping ground up for development Developers are approaching Tauranga City Council to consider redeveloping the Golden Grove Holiday Park camping ground in Girven Road as a Special Housing Area.

In August 2014 the Tauranga Housing Accord was signed by TCC and the government to help address housing issues in the city.

One of the ways this will be done is by identifying specific sites in the city that are deemed suitable for new housing – these are called Special Housing Areas.

Developments do not need to be for low-cost housing, affordable housing or social housing in order to be progressed through a Special Housing Area.

The proposed development at Girven Road is expected to consist of approximately 66 two and three level townhouses and apartments. The

Spillane.

Details of the developer’s proposal can be found at www.tauranga. govt.nz/council-a-z/housing-accord/

A view of the proposed housing development site on Girven Road.

developer anticipates the townhouses would sell from $400,000, with some reaching $750,000.

The developer is intending to exceed the standard 9m-height limit for the three level apartment component of the development (up to 11m) and to incorporate a café and a childcare facility into the development that would generally not be anticipated in the residential zone.

The directors of SNG Investments No 2 Limited are Mount Maunganui residents Peter Gillespie and Paul

proposed-special-housing-areas, along with information about how to give your feedback, which must be received by 5pm, Friday, December 18.

Community views will help inform council’s decision whether or not to agree to the request from the developer and recommend this development as a Special Housing Area to the Minister of Housing. Decisions regarding this proposal will be made at a council meeting in the New Year.

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The concept involves housing community organisations in a centralised fit-for-purpose administration facility.

TECT proposes to purchase land within the Village grounds from council on which to erect the building, and partly develop some adjoining green space for communal Village use.

The intention is for the community hub to be managed by a separate trust.

TECT general manager Wayne Werder said the trust had been working on the concept of a community hub for some time.

“We have had strong feedback from community groups that they would see value in a hub.

“As part of our planning, we have investigated a number of potential sites.

The Historic Village is one of these, and we are particularly interested in the potential for synergies with the wider Historic Village site.

“TECT wants to create an environment that increases the capability and effectiveness of community organisations through better collaboration, communication, and sharing of best practice.”

The hub would provide flexible spaces suitable for the organisations it houses, support from wrap-around services such as business advice and marketing, and opportunities for community organisations to collaborate with others.

The report on the community hub was considered by council on Wednesday.

The community will have the opportunity to provide feedback before a final decision is made early next year.

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Designing the home of your dreams House and Land packages are a great option for people to get into a new home, and there has been great demand for these new home solutions with the recent influx of residents to the Bay. And while these packages may be getting slim on the ground, building the home of your dreams is still a viable option, says Signature Homes sales manager Dave Rudd.

Design and build has been the traditional focus of the business since day one, and as more people want to create a home, not just build a house, they are turning to Signature to make their dreams a reality.

“It’s about starting with a clean piece of paper, a piece of land, and plenty of ideas, and working with our clients to determine what it is they want in their home,” says Dave.

“It’s about providing a level of uniqueness about their home. Instead of being just another plan from a plan book it’s about developing a home that not only fits budget, but works well on the site and really encapsulates how our clients like to live.”

The friendly team, who recently scooped their eighth consecutive Customer Satisfaction Award at the recent Signature Homes National Conference, ensure the client is in control.

Graham and Debbie Pattie, recently completed their new home with Signature and are over the moon with the final outcome.

Signature Homes sales manager Dave Rudd, home owners Debbie and Graham Pattie, with Signature Homes director Craig Williams.

Debbie says, “From our first contact with Signature right through to completion of our new home we couldn’t fault the quality of the people working for them. As a result our completed home has exceeded our expectations.”

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A chemist’s life: Medications and mashie niblicks He loved his potions and his lotions.

And he loved talking with people about whatever ailed them.

But now he loves playing golf on Tuesday, shooting the breeze with old mates over a coffee, and scaling the Mount two or three times a week.

Peter Meredith, a 56-year-long

chemist, is now retired. But really, he’s still a chemist. It lurks within, you don’t just shake it off.

“My grandfather was a chemist.

He worked at Manning’s in Hamilton. I started my apprenticeship in the same shop in 1959.”

And his Dad was a doctor – started the Dee Street Medical Centre – so Peter was never far away from sickness and healing, from cough elixir and Elastoplast.

The Central Parade Pharmacy was Peter’s first shop in 1971.

Then he founded the Girven Road Pharmacy and ran both for a time.

“I will miss the people, talking and sharing problems. I always enjoyed a joke and the banter.

It relaxed people.”

And people responded, according to daughter Kim. “Dad went above and beyond and it drew people from as far afield as Omokoroa and Katikati.

They knew they’d get the personal touch.”

Now Kim gets stopped by people wanting to know what her Dad is doing. Well, Peter Meredith is doing just fine. So fine The Weekend Sun couldn’t take his photograph on Tuesday because it clashed with a tee time.

But it’s the supermarket rather than the pharmacy that’s become a bit of a trap. That’s where he

regularly runs into former clients.

“I try hard not to dispense advice, I try hard not to be a chemist with them. I talk generalities.”

And in 56 years as a chemist he never got sick of it.

One thing Peter does miss is preparing the medications and lotions for which he’d been trained.

“Then we started getting in a lot more proprietary products.

There wasn’t the same personal input when you simply take a product off the shelf.”

Another indication of how things have changed in the industry is his chemist grandfather used to visit farms and provide medication for sick animals.

“At the time there were no rules to say he couldn’t. Vets wouldn’t let him near the place now.”

Peter Meredith also misses the families. “Grandparents used to come into the pharmacy, then their children, and then their children’s children.”

And there was always sadness when a client didn’t come back.

“Of course there were some really sick customers, people with cancer for example. You would build up a relationship and then it would be taken away.”

It’s ironic that just days before he retired it was the chemist himself who was on the receiving end.

He fell down some stairs and ended up in hospital.

Peter’s mind is probably on a difficult chip shot right this minute. In other words the chemist has other things to worry about.

Retired chemist Peter Meredith with his boat, his new project.

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Mart Cart makes mobility easy this Christmas Getting around a store to do the Christmas shopping can be a daunting prospect for less able-bodied shoppers.

Home Health and Mobility are making the task a whole lot easier for Tauranga residents this season.

Managing director Gary Darkes has been awarded the NZ and Australian dealership to provide in-store mobility scooters by American company Mart Cart, used by Walmart for 27 years.

Gary has rolled out a fleet of scooters across the city to Pak’nSave Cameron Road, Pak’nSave Papamoa, New World Brookfield, New World Mount

Manganui, and Bayfair Shopping Centre, as well as The Warehouse at Fraser Cove.

“The stores own them, and people can just turn up at security or the Lotto counter to collect a key.

At Bayfair they Occupational therapist Yvonne Hartwell and Home go to either of the Health and Mobility owner operator Gary Darkes two information with Pat and Cyril Louden on the mart carts. desks,” says Gary.

The scooters are especially them to move.” designed for in-store only use.

Gary has worked closely with “They go very, very slow. You occupational therapist Yvonne actually have to sit on them to get Hartwell on the project, and she

Papamoa Cruisers scoot around town At 95-years-old, Alf Owen loves his new mobility scooter. And thanks to Papamoa Cruisers organiser Iain Bibby, he is now out and about and travelling far afield.

Rides vary in length. “The last time we went to the end of Bell Road,” says Iain.

“Another time we went to the Kiwi 360. Alf really enjoyed that.”

For anyone who has recently found themselves having to rely on this mode of transportation, Iain says that club member Phillip Rudolf, a survivor of polio, shows members how to use their mobility scooters.

“He has a scooter of his own, and is keen to help others get the best out of theirs,” says Iain.

The Cruisers leave the Evans Road Community Church after the Men’s Breakfast at about 9.15am on the first Saturday of the month, and after the Car Boot Sale around midday on the third Saturday of the month.

Papamoa Cruisers welcomes anyone who wants to get out and about, whether by scooter or bike.

“We’re also setting up Papamoa Strollers. It’s not regular yet, but if anyone is interested they can contact me for more details.”

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“It’s a stressful time of the year for many, and often although they can get themselves to the store, they cannot get around.

“The Mart Cart gives them the freedom to do their own Christmas shopping for family and friends without having to rely on their children or grand-children”.

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Hearing Health Your questions answered KC Anderson-Hawke Audiologist, Bay Audiology Tauranga

What is that ringing sound in my ears?

Ringing in your ears, or Tinnitus, affects most people at some time. It is a noise which is heard, but doesn’t come from an outside source.

It can be described as a ringing, buzzing or hissing sound. It can be faint or loud, occasional or constant, steady or pulsing. It can range from not bothersome to very annoying. It is often noticed more at night or when you are somewhere very quiet.

While there are no instant cures for Tinnitus, there are a number of effective options to help deal with it. We can help this process by changing and improving the sound going into your ears with hearing aids and sound therapy.

If you are dealing with Tinnitus of any degree, come in and see one of our audiologists.

We can then talk to you about what may be causing this to happen and work out the best treatment plan for you.

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The pros and cons of retirement villages As you age your living requirements can change.

If you have a family that has well and truly grown up and left home, you may be looking for somewhere smaller, more secure and with less maintenance.

You may also be seeking to free up capital and meet new people by joining a like-minded community.

Recreational facilities on your doorstep, companionship, safety, support networks and accessible medical care make retirement village living an attractive prospect as you age.

But, before signing on the dotted line, it is important to consider the legal and financial ramifications, such as: • In most cases you do not have an interest in the land. Rather, you purchase a licence to occupy the property on the terms in the Occupation Right Agreement.

• The amount of the village contribution fee, which will be deducted from your initial licence fee when you vacate, can total between 20-30 per cent of your initial licence fee.

• Will you share in any capital gains made on your property?

• Have you budgeted for your village costs?

• Do you understand the village rules? (These can include provisions regarding alterations to your home,

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• Do you understand the process and cost of transferring between units within the village?

The paperwork required when moving into a retirement village can be confusing and complicated, including detailed documents such as an Occupation Right Agreement, Disclosure Statement, Code of Practice and Code of Residents’ Rights.

The Retirement Village Act 2003 aims to protect vulnerable people and requires an applicant to receive independent legal advice prior to entering into an Occupation Right Agreement.

It is important that you talk to your lawyer for expert advice to make sure you are clear about your rights.

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they are safe and secure places.

We should review the width and surface condition, and encourage people to participate in activity or exercise with consequent health and wellbeing benefits.

We should enhance the walking and outdoor experience by providing shade so people can move around our city comfortably. We should consider the general use of these public places so all

ages and abilities can participate in a full range of activities.

All council facilities and services should be enjoyed and easily accessed by all people. There should not be barriers limiting participation due to age, ability, or status when visiting or using public buildings or facilities.

Mobility and ease of movement around the city is crucial to the health and wellbeing of older and mobility impaired residents. December 3 is the International Day of People with Disabilities – share a thought to them.

Inclusion does matter – we should provide access and empowerment to people of all abilities.

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Making the grieving process easier Simply Cremations are a true, family-owned and operated small funeral company, who offer a simple and sincere approach when accompanying you through a funeral experience.

Funeral director Amber McCarthy says, “At such a difficult time, the team of funeral directors endeavour to be warm, sensitive and professional to guide you through the loss of a loved one.

“We aim to keep the funeral process simple, honest and as seamless as possible.”

Simply Cremations provides a neutral space for your family at the office in the Historic Village, or can care and support you and your family in your own home.

“We believe it is possible for the farewell

of a loved one to be dignified, respectful and gracious without the financial pressure, as we live in a cost-conscious world,” says Amber.

“Not everyone has the financial means to provide an expensive funeral and we share those concerns.”

Their philosophy of being as ‘eco’ as possible is underlined by the use of cardboard caskets as liners for traditional caskets, which is both economical and eco-friendly.

With memorial

services becoming more popular, the team’s Simple Eco Cremation allows families to hold a service at a later date, and they can support families as much or as little as required.

They also offer comprehensive funeral care without the burden of high costs.

Simply Cremations funeral director Amber McCarthy, and owner operators and funeral directors Warren and Carol McCarthy.

Holding on to the memories Memory is a way of holding onto the things you love, the things you are, the things you never want to lose – Kevin Arnold.

I recall a time when I needed to make a very difficult decision. Both choices had positive aspects – and each of them meant living in a different country. Although I was drawn to one of the choices because I loved living there, I had the impression it wasn’t the right place for me at that time. As I thought through the decision it came to me that, in my memories, I could return to this place any time I chose. At that point I was able to let go of the need to choose that location, and in removing that part of the equation the decision was made much easier.

When facing difficult decisions would knowing your memories allow you to return to special places, any time you choose, help in your decision-making?

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On yer bike! Electric options available to ease you into pedal power

Anebike owner Len Haller.

Everything is going electronic these days – even the bicycle is getting pedal power. But the e-bike isn’t something we should label as the ‘lazy man’s bicycle’.

In fact, the e-bike is giving riders the confidence to get active again.

Anebike owner Len Haller says, “A lot of people haven’t ridden a bike in years; some haven’t ridden since they were in their teens. Too often they’ve bought a traditional bike, and when it comes to tough hills, they find it just too much and the bike ends up in the garage collecting dust.

E-bikes are not just for people who haven’t ridden in years, or for people who want to go out and hit the trails. It’s also a serious alternative mode of transport – for the fit and not so fit. Everyone can benefit from an electric bike, and it’s certainly not cheating.

Whether you ride an electric bike or a bicycle, the benefits are huge to your overall health and wellbeing.

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Keeping active in your older years is particularly important.

From mountain bikes to beach cruisers, step thru bikes to folding, there’s an e-bike for everyone.

Look for Len and his van around town, pull him over and have a chat – he loves talking about e-bikes.

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Red alert: Natural relief from burns About nine years ago a group of us ventured to Fiji for the mid-winter break away from the sometimes bleak New Zealand winter.

Of course, we arrived in the paradise ghostly white figures strutting our stuff around the tropical environment. Within a couple of days it became apparent something strange was happening.

Everyone in the group took on the beetroot hue of new arrivals, despite copious sunscreen slip slopping, except for my good self. No slip slop slapping, and a slowly developing tan of enviable shade.

About two weeks prior to our departure I’d

attended the launch of a brand new, apparently remarkable, product called AstaZan, the commercial version of Astaxanthin, the most powerful of all antioxidants.

Here was my chance to test the marketing claims of this red algae.

By attaching itself to the interior, exterior, and lipid layer of a cell it offers complete protection from oxidation. Sunburn is inflammation of the skin so here was a visible example of one of the many benefits of this remarkable carotenoid responsible for turning salmon, crab, lobster, and shrimp flesh

pink. Recently I rediscovered AstaZan – “Anyone see where my ball went?” – so once again started taking it. Within several days there was a marked improvement, so much so that I could get away without wearing driving specs. We have AstaZan on special, so with summer on the way now is a good time to take it for a test run.

Santa Parade welcomes the silly season in The Papamoa Santa Parade on Sunday was an awesome way to herald in the Christmas season.

More than 50 floats to the streets of Papamoa watched by an enthusiastic crowd of about 10,000.

The day started and ended at Papamoa Plaza where a special edition of the Little Big Markets created a real buzz in town long before Santa arrived.

With a large number of local businesses and community groups participating, the highlight was the way the crowd of over 10,000 supported the parade from end to end. Santa again proved a massive

hit as he took early requests before setting up in residence at Papamoa Plaza from 1-24 December.

The Christmas theme continues at Papamoa Plaza where the decorations are up and several new stores have opened for the Christmas trading period. The builders will take a short break at the end of December, and return mid-January to continue building the next

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stage of the redevelopment – a food court and around 20 new stores.

Developments with housing and services in Papamoa is reaching fever pitch. The pressure is building as many new home owners are attempting to be ‘in by Christmas’.

The collective sighs of relief will be heard as possession dates loom, Christmas shopping has been done, and we can all ‘hit the beach’.

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Special guest for dragon boat regatta The special guest at the Bay of Plenty Dragon Boat Club’s Super 12 regatta this weekend is Canadian sports medicine specialist Dr Don McKenzie, the man who initially encouraged breast cancer survivors into the sport.

Don started a dragon boat team for women with a history of breast cancer in 1996, which the women chose to name Abreast in a Boat.

Don thought paddling would benefit breast cancer survivors because of the strenuous upper body activity in an aesthetically pleasing and socially supportive environment.

It sparked an international movement, with the Bay of Plenty team Boob Ops

travelling to the International Breast Cancer Paddlers’ worlds in Sarasota, Florida, last year.

“He’s going to be speaking to all the breast cancer women there.

It’s a really big deal for us,” says regatta organiser Julie Sachs.

The Bay of Plenty Dragon Boat Club’s super 12 dragon boat challenge at The Lakes on November 28 is the club’s major fundraiser.

“Apparently he comes to New Zealand on holiday for a couple of weeks every couple of years. It just so happens it is our regatta, and he’s agreed to come up and probably do an introduction to the crowd,” says Julie.

Don’s message is dragon boat paddling helps change attitudes and encourages breast cancer survivors to lead active lives.

The regatta is for crews of 12 in boats designed for 20 paddlers.

The boats are the traditional Chinese-made fibreglass canoes, hard chine, about 14m long, and about 1.2m wide in the middle and tapering towards the ends.

“For the corporate regattas we make it a team building fun event, and try to get a festival atmosphere going,” says Julie.

Some crews have entered over a number of years and are becoming competitive as they gain experience, says Julie.

Dragon boating started in Tauranga more than a decade ago through the breast cancer link with the successful team Boobops. The club has about 50 members currently.

The dragon boat regatta is a popular event at the Lakes.

Why we should create a marine reserve at the Mount

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Approximately 30 per cent of New Zealand’s land is protected to some degree as either a reserve, partially protected DOC land, or fully protected no-go areas.

As a comparison only seven per cent of our coastal waters enjoy the same kind of protection.

And our two largest reserves at the Kermadecs and Auckland Islands account for more than 97 per cent of this seven per cent protected area.

Okakari Point or Goat Island reserve was NZ’s first in 1977 and now attracts more than 350,000 snorkelers annually. There’s a shop there by the beach, several in fact. They make a killing during summer.

I know because the wife, who isn’t a creature of the sea, made me spend up large as penance for making her swim with the fishes (not figuratively; she’s fine, don’t worry). To be fair though, she loved it. And this is an important point we will come back to.

Most divers in NZ have been to Goat Island, it’s like a pilgrimage. I had my very first dive there back in 1991, and it was amazing. Very few other places in NZ compare to it, the Poor Knights and Fiordland being two notable exceptions. The difference is Goat Island is

accessible to anyone. It’s right on the beach, and all you have to do is swim a few metres to be amongst it. The Poor Knights require a boat, and the associated costs. Fiordland is even more expensive.

Just imagine, if you will, what our beautiful coast would be like if we had a Marine Reserve every 10km.

The spin-off would be amazing. No take areas that breed fish are left alone to travel into the take area.

So, how would that work here at the Mount?

The issue is, it’s the only rocky/reef area close to shore in either direction for miles, and a major source of food gathering for everyone. So while making it a reserve would produce an amazing place, just like Goat Island, we would lose the only real close to shore hunting and gathering place in the Tauranga area.

What if we made a large moored platform off Rabbit Island, on the sheltered side, and dumped rock to create a huge artificial reef that would be a Marine Reserve? We could make it a tourist mecca so when cruise ships arrived and disgorged their plethora of blue-rinsed gold-laying geese, they stayed in the Bay instead of all getting buses to Rotorua.

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It’s only a Mirage, or is it?

Not too many car builders would bother doing a rebuild on a Mitsubishi Mirage. Even Mitsubishi stopped doing it, instead choosing to head in the direction of the Mitsubishi Evo. But then Jason Addison isn’t your typical car builder.

For a start he’s a self-described pencil pusher, so when he decided to build his dream car it had to be the Mirage.

As many car enthusiasts know, in 1996 Ralliart, which is the Mitsubishi division of rallying, placed an order with Mitsubishi to produce 997 of the Mitsubishi Mirage 4WD shells to make towards rally cars.

For some unknown reason the project fell apart and instead Ralliart started making the Evo into rally cars instead.

So Jason has one of the 997 Mitsubishi, which he has turned into his dream car. He found the 4WD 1996 Mirage hatch in Auckland and began work on his dream about two years ago. Out went the 1500cc automatic engine and gearbox and in went… and listen to this… an Evo 8 MR engine, an Evo 6 gearbox and RS diffs.

Yes, that’s right – Jason has turned

his Mirage his Mitsubishi into a full Jason Addison in to a rally car. e in blown Evo Mirage he Phmotoad : Jason Byrne. rally car.

I guess when the manufacture doesn’t make the parts you have to use the closest thing to a Mirage. With the help of his older brothers, Jason has had to make some loved the hatchback and I thought, major adjustments to make his car ‘Right I’m going to try to build a a reality. little hatchback 4WD.’” “We lengthened all the steering Jason is proud of the fact that wheel and centre console and we his car has all Mitsubishi parts. are now sitting in the rear seat foot “It’s either a Mitsubishi part or well. This helps add weight on to an after-market part because of the rear wheels.” strength. It’s not like a Toyota this Of course with the adjustments or a Nissan that. It’s all genuine it’s meant other things have had to Mitsubishi.” change as well. He’s had to hand His car got its first run recently make the front guards but other at the TECT All Terrain Park Evo parts have bolted straight on on Whataroa Rd, and Jason was to the Mirage. pleased with the results.

“If you saw it front on it looks “It’s all launch control and antilike a genuine Evo 5, then you lag, so you basically sit on the start see it side on and you think, line, flick the launch control and ‘Something is happening here’,” put your foot flat on the floor and Jason says. let it drive.”

The reason for going with the He admits there were some Mirage is a simply one, says Jason. teething problems, but overall “I wanted something different he’s happy with how the run went and I didn’t want a Subaru and and now looks forward to running I didn’t want an Evo. I’ve always it in competition.

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Insane for his Alvis: Man’s pride and joy on display Rob Edwards, who currently owns two Alvis convertibles, says he has a simply philosophy for people who own the British made vehicle.

there was a farmer there had a Grey Lady Alvis and I always liked that car.

When I got to the stage where I wanted a classic car I managed to get one of those, then I got a convertible Grey Lady, and then I got this one as well so I’ve got the two convertibles at home.”

His favourite is the midnight blue, “My saying is, you’ve got to be mad Alvis TE 21 which came out in to own one, you’ve got to be an idiot to 1964/65. own two, and if you own three or more “This is a very rare one with a five you’ve got to be insane. speed box. I bought the body as it is and “It’s the cost to do things. You can get I have fully reconditioned the motor. all the parts and that from England, but It’s the only one of this model in the at a horrendous price.” country in this drop-head configuration.

The 76-year-old admits he was totally There is another one in Tauranga, which insane once because he owned five. is a hard-top configuration, and they’re “I’ve been insane, I’ve had five [at a time] but not drop-heads (convertibles); the only TEs in New Zealand.”

Alvis Car and Engineering Company they were four-door saloons. I love was a British manufacturing company driving them, especially the drop-heads in Coventry from 1919 to 1967. In on a sunny day.” addition to automobiles, the company So the question had to be asked, also produced racing cars, aircraft why an Alvis? engines, armoured cars, and other “Where I grew up armoured fighting vehicles. The car in the Wairarapa, manufacturing ended after a place called the company became Greytown, when a subsidiary of I was a kid Rover in 1965.

Rob will have his Alvis on display next weekend, December 6, as part of the Elms Classic Car Show. The event is open to the public from 9.30am by gold coin donation. The money raised will be used for maintenance on the Rob Edwards with his midnight blue Mission House at the Elms.

Greg Taipari 1964/65 Alvis TE21. Photo: Tracy Hardy.

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Setting right the facts about financial advice Recent media attention on the financial services sector in respect of ‘advice’, ‘commission’ and ‘mortgage interest rates’ has been based on assumptions and incorrect interpretation of facts.

As chairman of the NZ Professional Advisers Association, the largest professional association representing financial advisers, I can speak with some authority on the recent coverage.

It is critical that the NZ consumer understand that commission paid to a

financial adviser is not income, but is revenue to that adviser’s business, which pays for overheads including staff, lease, and office.

The primary difference between being sold insurance or a home loan through a bank is that generally very little advice is offered.

You may end up being sold a product that has no relevance whatsoever to your immediate or future needs.

Commission paid to an adviser also acknowledges that they deal with more

than one lender or insurance company, therefore the latest product development and technology that enables that adviser to continue to provide long-term service to the consumer.

This is something that anyone selling you a product cannot consistently achieve.

The current levels of commission paid to a financial adviser does not increase the cost of your mortgage or home loan.

Banks also receive commission for the sale of personal insurance by bank sales staff.

Startup winner launches with customers Winner of the Tauranga Startup Weekend event, the business named FLNT already has customers and is set to spark a revolution in business innovation, continuing a trend for our city’s premier business startup event to produce viable businesses.

larger organisations to have clearer, more inclusive communications about problems and opportunities without getting stuck in the management processes and silos.

Simon McDonald, one of the guest judges at the events’ demo night, commented he could give serious examples of where FLNT would have been useful to him.

Times when problems that could affect his entire business would have been overlooked, or got stuck in the management process, if he hadn’t found out about them by chance.

Clayton agrees.

“It’s often the little things that can cause major problems, or be incredible opportunities, and it’s sometimes sheer chance they get picked up.

With FLNT, now everyone in a company can be engaged and contribute to the success of the business.”

Clayton and his team FLNT Team FLNT: Clayton Morgan, Vazi Anita, Jonathan Caridia, Dara Lynch, will join 2014’s Clayton Morgan, did a one minute pitch of his idea on Friday night and by Sunday evening had a team, basic app, a website, and domain name flnt.co supplied as a benefit of participation in the event. He also found customers to become test cases and help the team hone their product as it goes live in the coming weeks.

Entertainment, manufacturing, and a media company with 1000 employees are among those who want to be first in with FLNT. The software helps

Theresa Barnes and Josh Saunders. Photo: Claudia Silva.

winning business Seespray working with the help of Venture Centre to continue to build their business. You can too. Go to venturecentre.co.nz to find out more.

The difference being the advice that is provided in that process. Commission on insurance adds $1 per week on a $30 per month premium. Now that’s what I call value for money for advice!

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Creative flavours and charity work Nadia Lim will be holding two special appearances in Tauranga next week, after forming a lifechanging alliance with local lawyer Denise Arnold.

Nadia will be at ASB Arena on Wednesday evening where she will speak about her ‘nude food’ philosophy, followed by book signings and photo opportunities.

The following morning she will speak at an exclusive breakfast at Trinity Wharf, where the 126 guests will dine on a menu from her new ‘Fresh Start’ cookbook.

The two events are being held to raise money for the Tauranga-based Cambodia Charitable Trust, of which Nadia became an ambassador earlier this year.

Founded by Denise, a co-director of Tauranga law firm Lyon O’Neale Arnold, the Trust helps children in Cambodia to receive an education, supporting 6000 children in 16 schools, as well as two teacher-training colleges.

Nadia became involved in the Trust through her My Food Bag business partner Theresa Gattung, who is patron of the Trust.

In July she visited Cambodia to honour

the legacy of her father Ken, who died last year. Ken had visited Cambodia twice and had a passion for helping the underprivileged escape poverty through education.

“Dad grew up in Malaysia in poor circumstances. His way out of poverty was through education,” explains Nadia.

“He understood the importance of an education for any child. I am a strong believer in the power of education to create opportunities and help individuals reach their potential.”

A highlight of her time in Cambodia was meeting the girl she personally sponsors, Srey Chen.

“She’s 10-years-old and she is in primary school in the Kampot province,” says Nadia.

Nadia and Denise formed a special bond during that trip, with Nadia offering to help the Trust in any way she could.

She offered the Denise all her cookbooks at cost, so she could sell them through the Trust for a profit, and did not hesitate when Denise asked if she would come to Tauranga.

Tickets for the events with Nadia, can be

Nadia with sponsor child Srey Chen. purchased at www.cctnz.org.nz or at Lyon O’Neale Arnold, 40 Willow Street.

The Weekend Sun has one double pass to the Nadia’s evening event on December 2 to give away to the lucky readers who can tell us the name of her sponsor child?

Enter online at www.sunlive.co.nz under the competitions section. Entries must be received before Sunday, November 29.

MasterChef at market, take two Due to poor weather last week, Hayley Marie Bilton’s cooking demonstration at Tauranga Farmers’ Market has been postponed to tomorrow.

From 9-11.30am, Hayley Marie will be demonstrating four fresh seasonal recipes, made using produce from the market at 35

Fifth Avenue, Tauranga.

“I hope to engage those who don’t have the knowledge of what healthy heating can look like and how easy it can be, sourcing local produce and using my recipe as a base to make your own food memories,” says Hayley Marie of

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her upcoming demonstration.

“Whether it is quality fresh ingredients you have locally sourced or produce you have the satisfaction of growing yourself, nothing beats the taste from New Zealand grown food.”

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Berry nice! How to use summer strawberries Since this is my first recipe, I wanted to create something seasonal and delicious that the whole family would enjoy over summer.

This wonderful pie is smothered with a fresh, sweet strawberry filling, set in a homemade sour cream puff pastry shell, and topped with fresh strawberries and vanilla cream.

I have ‘Hayleyanised’ this recipe over time from my grandmother’s cookbook, and it is guaranteed to make your tastebuds pop!

Sour cream pastry

200g chilled butter 250g plain flour ½ cup sour cream Method 1. Chop the butter up into cubes about 3cm sizes. Place the flour and butter into a food processor and blitz until it resembles fine breadcrumbs.

2. Add sour cream and pulse the mixture until it forms a ball and comes together.

3. Wrap the pastry ball into cling film and refrigerate for at least 20 minutes.

4. Roll the pastry out and place it in the desired pie or tart tin, and prick with a fork.

5. Cook for about 15 minutes, lined with baking paper and cooking beads (or you can use uncooked rice), then remove the baking paper and cook for a further 20 minutes, or until pastry is golden. Leave to cool before adding your strawberry pie filling.

TIPS: • The pastry does shrink during cooking, so allow for shrinkage.

• This pastry freezes well, so any leftover uncooked pastry can be wrapped in cling film and placed in the freezer for up to three months.

Strawberry pie filling 1 packet strawberry jelly 1 tsp gelatine 1 cup of boiling water

1 punnet of fresh strawberries (about 250g) 1 cup of cream Method 1. Mix up the jelly and gelatine with 1 cup of boiling water. Make sure all the crystals are dissolved.

2. In a food processor blend the strawberries and cream, and slowly add the jelly mixture.

3. Pour the strawberry mixture into the cooled pastry shell and refrigerate until the filling is set (about three hours).

4. Decorate with fresh sliced strawberries and whipped cream.

Hayley Marie with the finished product. Photo: Tracy Hardy.

PRODUCT OF THE WEEK

In keeping with the strawberry theme, I have found a local product made right here in Whakamarama.

Milly’s Fine Foods make a delicious Strawberry & Rhubarb Jam that tastes just like a strawberry roll up, but with no preservatives or artificial colours or flavours.

You can get this product from the New Zealand Farm Shop, located on Domain Road, Papamoa for $8.20.

Perfect on freshly baked scones or put through your favourite fruit crumble recipe to give it a tangy flavour.

Ode to oats: Your new afternoon treat

Looking for a low GI snack to get you through that final afternoon push? Nairn’s Oatcakes and Oat Biscuits could be the cure for your 3.30-itis – or for any snack break, for that matter.

The Scottish brand makes natural, wholesome products that taste great. Nairn’s Oatcakes are packed with wholegrain oats, so are a wholesome, natural way to get sustained energy.

Oats are high in soluble fibre to keep you feeling fuller for longer, releasing energy slowly throughout the day. Oats are great for digestion too, and are often recommended by informed dieticians for healthy weight management.

Enjoy Nairn’s Oatcakes with predinner drinks or after dinner with

cheeses, serve alongside a hearty winter soup or stew, or garnish with your favourite toppings such as cream cheese, smoked salmon, red onion, and capers.

For more information and further recipe ideas, visit www.nairns-oatcakes.com

The Weekend Sun has one Nairn’s prize pack to give away (containing 1x Scottish Oatcakes, 1x Organic Oatcakes, 1x Stem Ginger Oat Biscuits, 1x Dark Choc Chip Oat Biscuits, and 1x Mixed Berries Oat Biscuits, plus a special edition Nairn’s tin in which to keep them fresh) to give away to the lucky reader who can tell us one way you can enjoy Nairn’s Oatcakes?

Enter online at www.sunlive.co.nz under the competitions section.

Entries must be received before Wednesday, December 2.

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Outdoor adventures are what kids need With summer upon us it is time to get our children out of the house and immersed in nature.

Oliver Allen, 4, prepares the ground for planting in The Village Discovery Garden.

Many of today’s children only spend a fraction of their time outdoors, not just because of television and other technology, but owing to a whole raft of commitments that limits their time to just kick back and enjoy the wonderful world around them.

At The Village, we feel that it is vital for children to have a connection and appreciation of the natural world.

Whether in our Community Gardens, growing and caring for food, or in our Discovery Garden, a truly wild place with trees to climb, grass to roll in, and spaces to discover nature.

Free and unstructured play in the outdoors boosts problem solving skills, co-operation, and self-awareness and

has a huge impact on health and well-being. For us, being outside takes away the boundaries of the classroom walls and opens us up to new ideas where we develop teaching strategies to engage children in a curriculum of outdoor learning. Whether learning the vocabulary of nature, finding numbers and patterns in the natural world, observing, listening, or playing the possibilities for learning are endless.

So this summer get out to the beaches of the Bay, investigate the rock pools and sand dunes. Head for the hills and into the bush, or to a local park or wetland, visit the community gardens or wild spaces around you – investigate and explore your local area and enjoy the outdoors.

It is essential that our children learn to appreciate and love nature as they are the ones who will protect it.

Taking the time to pause, reflect In our classrooms, we create environments where students are engaged in the process of making meaning.

administrators, and parents to reflect on their practices.

Guiding your child through a process of critical reflection after completing an assignment, to new situations. project, or quiz can help them Teachers use many strategies to think more abstractly (patterns, guide students through the process connections, or progress) about In guiding students to of reflection, such as discussions, develop the habits of reflection, their learning. Following a simple interviews, questioning, and teachers become facilitators by taxonomy of reflection, you can journals. Students also need to empowering students to monitor help your child by asking some see reflective role models and their own progress, construct simple questions like: What did meaning from the content learned it is important for teachers, you do? How did you meet your and from the process of goals? When did you do learning it, and apply this before? What patterns their learning to other or relationships did you contexts and situations. see in what you did? How We want students well did you do? What to link their current should you do next? experiences to previous Ultimately, we ask experiences. In order our young people to reflect, we want to increasingly take students to act upon responsibility for their and process information, learning, and the type synthesise and evaluate of deeper thinking the information, and reflection that the and then apply what Cambridge International has been learned Teacher Steph Vaughan and student Jed Gouldson. curriculum demands.

Charity toy run’s driving success An idea which started 12 years ago has turned into a roaring success as the Tauranga Toy Run prepares to hit the streets again next month.

On December 4, the 12th annual Tauranga Toy Run will see hundreds of muscle cars, hot rods and other classic vehicles make their way around the city, with all proceeds and toys donated going to The Child Cancer Foundation.

From 6pm, an array of classic cars set

off from ASB Baypark on the charity cruise through Papamoa and downtown Mount Maunganui before parking up at Fraser Cover shopping centre.

Tauranga car enthusiast and co-organiser Jill de Buisson is expecting donations to exceed previous years’ collections.

Jill, along with friend and fellow car enthusiast Sarah Ellis, started the event with the help of their husbands.

And she is rapt with the response the Toy Run gets each year, allowing them to spread some welcome Christmas cheer.

“I’m just really proud of the people who turn up,” says Jill. “It’s really cool.”

Owners of hot-rods, muscles cars, classic and vintage cars donate money or toys to enter before Cars will be roaring through town as they raise participating in the charity cruise. Letitia Atkinson money for Child Cancer.

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The Tauranga Eastern Link (TEL) cycleway extension to Paengaroa will make cycling journeys safer

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An extension of the Tauranga Eastern Link (TEL) cycleway which will allow cyclists to travel all the way to Paengaroa is expected to be complete by Christmas.

Council’s transportation staff say the extension, beginning at Te Tumu Road, will make the journey to Paengaroa safer and more pleasant for all cycling enthusiasts as it mostly takes them right away from vehicle traffic.

Work is underway on the extension, which starts from the eastern end of the TEL cycleway at Te Tumu Road and follows the Te Puke Highway to State Highway 33 (towards Rotorua) finishing at Paengaroa Village.

The $600,000 cycleway is a cost-sharing venture between Council and the NZ Transport Agency and is being built by Council’s roading contractor, Westlink.

A modified asphalt paving machine is being used to lay the cycleway’s concrete surface.

The extension is about four kilometres long and 2.5m wide – making the full length of the TEL cycleway 10km from Bell Road at the Kaituna River bridge to Paengaroa Village.

ADOPT ME! Meet Karnie! This sweet girl has recently entered our Adopt a Dog programme and needs a new, loving home.

Karnie is an 18 month old, Pure Breed Australian Cattle Dog (Blue Heeler). She’s friendly, affectionate, social towards other dogs, and loves to play. She has some training but would best suit someone experienced with the breed and able to give her plenty of exercise. She would made a great running buddy! Call us if you would like to meet her.

PILOT PROJECT PART OF OMOKOROA SPECIAL HOUSING Part of the special housing area in Omokoroa will be a pilot project for SmartGrowth’s Housing Affordability Forum.

While most of the 200 house and land packages proposed for the area will range in price from $3350,000 to over $400,000, there will be a 4000 square metre area set aside specifically for homes priced below $350,00. The Housing Affordability Forum is investigating ways to produce less costly homes while ensuring that the quality is high.

Classic Group Bay of Plenty is the developer currently working with Council to build approximately 200 houses in the special housing area.

Most of the development is on Council-owned land which ensures that Council maintains control over planning, quality of homes and landscaping. Construction is expected to start in 2016.

FINAL DAYS FOR EROSION TALK A few days remain for Western Bay residents to have their say on how the District should tackle the threat of sea level rise and erosion.

Consultation opened online earlier this month, with Council seeking residents’ input on how harbour and coastal erosion should be managed, what assets should be protected and who should pay.

The results will help guide Council in drafting a 30-year harbour and coastal erosion policy for the Western Bay. Almost 700 people have visited the ‘Living with the Changing Tides’ project website since it opened on November 9.

Of those, almost 400 have read research and 60

taken part in discussions and polls.

Council’s Policy and Planning Manager, Liz Davies, says the visitor results are very encouraging, especially as this is Council’s first online-specific attempt at engaging the community in the creation of a draft policy.

“The numbers so far are positive. We’d be hard pushed to get that number of residents turning up to public meetings.”

As the project enters its final days, Liz encourages people to have their say.

To take part visit:

haveyoursay.westernbay.govt.nz

KATIKATI PROUD OF TREASURE TROVE A labour of love has created a valuable library of digitised archives in Katikati Library that is prized locally and internationally.

The Archives began as a room of shelves packed with lever arch files of Katikati’s local history that had been diligently gathered over many years

by Ellen McCormack, a descendent of one of Katikati’s original families to emigrate from Ireland.

Ellen donated her collection to Council in 2001 where it remained on the shelves in the Archive room until Head Librarian Sandra Haigh realised the archives were a real

treasure trove and she embarked on the task of digitising the whole lot.

As the only planned Irish settlement in New Zealand, Katikati’s history is of great interest to historians and a sought after resource by Irish descendants overseas.

With the help of a former librarian from Auckland City and a roster of volunteers, the digitising has been achieved.

One volunteer Joan Boggiss, received a TrustPower Community Award this year for her work on the Katikati archives.

Now the Archives Room is open most days and is of great interest to school students, family genealogists and people overseas with an Irish connection to Katikati.

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Diet instead of drugs for diabetic A Tauranga teacher diagnosed with diabetes changed his diet, changed his life and lost 48kg in the process. Win-win.

managing my diabetes with diet and exercise alone.”

The Ministry of Health advertisement featuring Valerie Adams struck a chord with Pete. “We’re loving the wrong types of foods and we’re loving the wrong portions of Pete Maslin previously never foods. That’s what I was doing.” missed a day without a sugary Pete is keen to point out he drink, and consumed fatty didn’t go on any kind of foods “a few times a fad diet. “I went by the week”. But a diagnosis rules we’re supposed to of type 2 diabetes two go by.” He now follows years ago put paid to the guidelines in the pies, burgers and soft Diabetes New Zealand drinks. handbook. “Fresh Giving up those fruit and vegetables, sweet treats wasn’t wholegrains, less simple. “It was a processed foods, and a substantial change. lot of steamed stuff.”

I changed the types Perhaps unexpectedly, of foods I was eating, the journey has been and the portion sizes Pete Maslin is hoping to fun for Pete. “I’ve really I was eating.” Pete laughs, manage his diabetes with enjoyed figuring out what adding, “Probably more diet and exercise alone.

I like, and then trying to to reflect the type of diet a work out what a diabetics, or person naturally should eat.” healthier, option would be so I can It might not have been simple, but still have them.”

A low-fat, low-sugar it was definitely worth it. Pete is due to delicious lasagne was top of his investigative list. have a blood test this month, likely to give him a Pete found he can still eat most of what he ate clean bill of health, and he is clearly excited. before, just healthier. And smaller or less frequently.

“It means I’ll be off my medication and I’ll be

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DONZ Natural OPC Grape Seed Extract Super Antioxidant Resveratrol blend has been developed and manufactured from Te Puke since 1987 by Don Paterson.

“I was crippled, hospitalised, and told I would never walk again.

If I can reverse chronic health problems, so can you,” says Don. The extract mix is recommended to everyone as the essential daily supplement to counter balance free-radical chain reactions accelerated by stress, injury, toxins, over-exercise, pollution, chemicals, heavy metals, and sluggish digestion, which are all precursors to more than 70 degenerative disease conditions.

Free radicals are the first stage of all disease. This anti-oxidant counters those free radicals. Antioxidants are the body’s primary ‘seek and destroy’ defence against free radicals by protecting and repairing at a cellular level.

Excessive free radical damage results in premature ageing and degenerative disease. Anti-oxidant resveratrol research and product comparisons lead to DONZ Natural OPC Super Antioxidant.

“If a healthy body on an unhealthy diet becomes an unhealthy body on an unhealthy diet, some forms of drug medication may provide some symptom relief. However, when synthetic chemicals are introduced into the body, there is often a consequence

in the form of other symptoms of ill health,” says Don. “We are what we eat. We are in natural organic bodies and so it makes sense to eat the natural organic foods that we evolved eating. If our health falters, then it makes good sense to manipulate our diets away from synthetic causes and towards specific dietary supplements with proven efficacy.”

Don Paterson with his DONZ product.

He was happy when his doctor said he could still have the occasional treat.

“Every time I go to the movies, I have an ice cream. And I still really enjoy a good hamburger from time to time – just not all the time.”

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Week seven, and my shins aren’t speaking to me.

They’re in pain, you see, but that hasn’t stopped me running, skipping and lifting weights on them and generally demanding more than they can offer right now.

The week before that it was my calf muscles that were on the offensive and threatening to unleash their secret weapon – cramp – at any given moment.

I’ve come to terms with the fact that running for running’s sake is not something I’ll ever get used to, and despite its obvious popularity, it’s

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therefore a necessity, and I’ve even developed a habit of jogging down the Mount (but never up it) after one of my many jaunts to the summit with my wife and daughter.

But when push comes to shove, and my stint is up, I think it’s safe to say running will return to the shadows for me. Maybe then, and only then, will my shins start to forgive me.

Dan Sheridan

a state-of-mind I’m clearly not accustomed to.

Take a trip to the Mount on any given day of the week and you’ll be blinded by an array of sportswear pounding the pavements and boardwalks.

Confident, seasoned runners who make it look easy.

Then there’s me – easy to spot.

The reluctant newcomer with the pained look on his face.

And don’t get me started on running on dry sand!

Of course, running is an integral part of my 10-week fitness camp with LIFE Personal Fitness and

Get fit and reduce your risk of dementia Dementia is on the rise in our society and it has devastating consequences for individuals and their families.

Dementia is associated with a loss of neurons in the brain in key areas that service memory and complex thinking.

People with dementia lose brain mass in these key areas and the brain gets smaller over time.

Interestingly, these areas of the brain are very receptive to exercise and have shown to increase in size in response to regular moderate intensity exercise.

This means that exercise has the potential to help our brain ward off dementia by maintaining brain mass and even increasing brain mass and therefore function.

Just 30 to 40 minutes of exercise on three to five days each week is all that is required to achieve these brain benefits. Moderate intensity is well known to produce these changes although there is some evidence that the higher the intensity the greater the benefit. A bit more work needs to be done though with high-intensity exercise to really accurately quantify the benefit.

So if you have a family history of

dementia then regular moderate intensity exercise should be part of your weekly lifestyle.

For family members that may have already started to experience symptoms or who have a dementia diagnosis, slowly progressing into an exercise programme is helpful for reducing symptoms.

The other mental health benefits of exercise, including positive mood, anxiety and depression management, are also helpful for individuals with a dementia condition. Remember also that the quality of the nutrients we eat also plays a part and plenty of greens plus a variety of other coloured vegetables will also support good brain health. No-one is ever too old to start exercise and the evidence suggests that improvements can be made at any stage of the dementia journey.

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health & beauty The power of changing your diet I have been helping someone with several long-term problems. The main issue was blood sugar, which was increasingly out of control despite medical intervention.

We made significant changes to his diet including the removal of most grains and replacement with protein, especially fish with vegetables and good fats.

The results have been remarkable.

His daily blood sugar readings have fallen from 10-15 to 6-9 in a month and are still improving.

It takes courage and discipline to change our food routines.

His preferred breakfast was cereal with fruit.

The problem with this is it immediately spikes blood sugar at the beginning of the day and then it is a little like putting out blood sugar bush fires.

Making changes to diets is never easy. It can take months before these changes become second nature, but the results can be staggering.

He now starts his days with a poached egg and ground flax seeds with berries in natural yoghurt.

His morning tea is nibbling on raw almonds, lunches are large mixed salads with tinned fish, and dinner

is protein, salads, and mixed low starch vegetables. The result is his pancreas doesn’t need to produce as much insulin, and there is less blood sugar requiring transport into his cells.

We added antioxidant supplements to protect his blood vessels and nerves from the diabetic processes that damage these tissues. The most potent are the red wine antioxidants from grape seeds (proanthocyanidins) and resveratrol. These excel at protecting blood vessels and nerves from free radical damage.

We also included broad spectrum minerals such as chromium and vanadium to help with blood sugar metabolism.

Workshop series to help ME sufferers A series of workshops launched in the CFS to assist them in their recovery.

Bay of Plenty for people suffering with “After struggling myself with this myalgic encephalomyelitis, also known condition for nearly 10 years, losing as chronic fatigue syndrome, has had a both my job and my ability to parent positive response. my own children, I know my recovery There are currently 350 people process would have been hastened if diagnosed with ME in the region.

I’d had the opportunity to attend a ME Support counsellor and field programme like this.” officer Kira Follas says unfortunately, Kira says the response from through lack of understanding and participants of this programme has knowledge of this been incredible. condition, many It has been sufferers find described as themselves feeling ‘life-changing’ lost regarding for some, who recovery and how have struggled to move forward with this in their lives. condition “This year for decades.

ME Support “Outside of has created and NZ there are launched a series services to assist Kira Follas is excited about the of workshops for the recovery new community initiative. people with ME/ process of CFS/

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If you would like to learn more about this programme you are invited to a morning tea to celebrate the completion of the pilot programme, where stories will be shared by participants.

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He not only has better blood sugar readings, he looks better and feels like a different person.

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Water debate cut & dried?

It is the part-Maori radicals that are calling the tune on our water rights. As we found in every war, it is the radicals who gain the power – the moderates appease them.

But this is more than just the apathetic majority of New Zealanders that are sitting by and doing or saying nothing.

This is time for all NZers to end that apathy and understand what is being done, in the name of the Treaty, to our rights, resources, heritage and prospects by the increasing power of a newly-created ‘tribal elite’ that is systematically undermining our institutions and our age old sovereignty.

The Maori people who ceded sovereignty to Queen Victoria in 1840 no longer exist.

Their descendants, usually with more European blood in them than Maori, are one of numerous ethnic groups in modern New Zealand society in which we participate as citizens with rights based on citizenship, not ethnicity.

In such a society no single group should be entitled to rights, privileges and special funding that is not available to others.

The benefits of colonisation for Maoris, lifting them out of a violent Stone Age existence, far outweighed any negative consequences.

The Waitangi Tribunal should be abolished in the interests of the nation and its future as, by either gross

error or deliberate lie, this body is driving a sword through the nation’s unity and constitutional validity.

It’s time to acknowledge the truth that there is neither ‘partnership’ nor ‘principles’ in the Treaty.

These fictions were invented 150 years later after the event by self-interested parties so as to give superior rights to part-Maoris which the words of the Treaty do not.

It’s time to end all co-governance agreements as they undermine New Zealand’s unity and sovereignty.

It’s time to take a stand for democracy and equality of citizenship and to face down all demands for racial preference.

T Fellingham, Tauranga

Questions stack up for Poole R Paterson in his letter (The Weekend Sun, November 20) highlights that the issues with Matapihi Maori, a paper road, and some avocado trees, that has halted the Southern Sewerage Pipeline, are still unresolved.

Tauranga Council CEO Garry Poole was asked by media (July 4, 2015) to respond to the reasons for why there was a dispute with a Matapihi Trust over the possible felling of avocado trees on the route of the Southern Pipeline.

He said that council was working with the community. No other information.

Mr Poole needs to answer some questions.

1. Does the council have a Resource Consent or not?

2. Why wasn’t this sorted out before work was started?

3. How much is it costing ratepayers to have HEB Construction sitting around doing nothing for months?

4. Has the paper road been

surveyed, it not why not?

5. If the trees are on the Trust’s land then they are entitled to compensation, which can be set by an horticultural valuer.

6. If the trees are not on the Trust’s land what is the problem?

7. What’s wrong with the pipeline going down the centre of road as suggested by the Trust?

8. Why does it take months to sort it out?

Of course Mr Poole needs to talk to the Matapihi community but he also needs to talk to Tauranga ratepayers who are footing the bill.

R Prince, Tauranga

Putting Guy Fawkes in the firing line

Spot on with the write-up in a recent Rogers Rabbits on fireworks. How many more animals have to die before somebody in power calls a halt?

Too busy wasting money on flag referendums. The cost of medical and fire personal on standby, damage to private and public property, scrub fires and ACC and still we don’t learn. Time to evolve. It does last

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months, still hearing them in February.

On line petition of 30,000 saying stop, sneered at by politicians. Most people with computers didn’t know there was one. Those of us without, just ignored as usual. If you must blow stuff up, get a computer game so the rest of us can sleep.

B Williams, Greerton

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Christmas jeers; getting your just desserts BOUQUET To our $100-a-day Australian cruise boat tourists because we just love their pennypinching cheek and enterprise.

Seems a bunch of them sailed nearly 2500km to experience a real Kiwi bottle shop. There they were out outside the “bottlo” off The Strand unashamedly filling empty wine cask bladders with bottles of vodka.

It apparently works like this: There is, of course, a captive clientele when a ship is at sea and tourists pay a premium for booze. And you aren’t allowed to cheat the cruise company by bringing bottles of cheap plonk aboard. An industry insider says it’s easier to smuggle the wine/ vodka bladders filled with vodka to your cabin for cheap and cheerful evenings at sea.

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Te Puke song contest fails to bring harmony I have read two articles recently regarding the Te Puke Song Contest.

Both contributors were under the impression the 15 performers at the open air concert on August 28 were finalists.

Some may have been. I was invited and did not perform.

My helpers were unavailable – jobs to hold down; lives to lead.

There are others like us who sent in songs, but because of time, distance or inclination did not perform.

We knew, as did all other contestants, that the Te Puke Development Group selection panel had made their decision prior to the concert.

There may or may not have been some form of ranking attached to the invites – and others may have been shuffled to fill the time slot?

Response from Mark Boyle, Te Puke EDG: Song entrants were invited to perform at Jubilee Park prior to announcing the winner. Many accepted, and their participation capped off what was a positive initiative that celebrated Te Puke, our goodness and the unique place we hold in New Zealand’s Bay of Plenty.

Retailers along with any other sector, community groups

Your readers will be thinking, ‘Here are sour grapes talking’.

I hope not, or maybe just a little – Robert Rakete won, the selection panel chose his song.

That is now part of history.

My suggestion here though; is a tad mischievous. What I would like to know is why are no Te Puke businesses using any part of the selected song when advertising? I listen to radio and hear Te Puke businesses advertise often.

Three months have passed since the song contest; does this not pose an important question?

Could some publicly minded Te Puke person please ask sponsors of the initiative – if they are receiving value from their contributions. And ask why other Te Puke Businesses have not climbed on board?

We the readers would like to know. By the way, my song has me wanting to come live in Te Puke and should be on YouTube very soon.

J Trounson, Tauranga

and individuals are welcome to use the song. It is freely available online. The sponsors of the song competition and our community at large are overwhelmingly positive about the event and the winning song. Te Puke people across all walks of life are positive, motivated and successful. That’s why we consistently overachieve on the international stage.

Goodness really does grow here.

BOUQUET Another reader had a delightful encounter with one of the most endangered species in the country, a postie. He stopped the postie on a bike to ask directions to a business premises on Cameron Road. The vague postie gave equally vague directions. But then minutes later the cheerful and helpful postie cycled up again. He had figured it, located our reader again and pointed him directly to his destination. Great PR, great gesture, great service.

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on the soft option of a ‘Trio of Icecream’ for the hard stuff? Boys hooking into Irish coffee with a double shot of Tullamore to cap the night and the girls playing with a ‘Butter Ball’ – Baileys and Butterscotch Schnapps? At least they would sleep well.

A family enjoying a night out had a giggle and steered the kids back to the ice cream.

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BARBED WIRE It was a cry of utter exasperation and disbelief, and was directed at anyone prepared to listen. It was in the linen aisle of a home goods store in Chapel Street, Saturday afternoon, near queen sized duvet sets, down from the mattress protectors and along from king sheets.

“What am I hearing? Please tell me it’s not what I think it is.”

What she was hearing was “Pa rum pum pum pum” wafting from the store sound system. Yes the ‘Little Drummer Boy’ and Christmas were upon us.

Well, at the time it was just 35 days away.

Either way this shopper wasn’t ready to embrace the Christmas spirit. She raised the question yet again.

When is it too early to start Christmas early? An hour later I saw Christmas bunting over cabinets of freshly butchered meat in a Bureta supermarket.

A little incongruous and way too early.

Or are we being Grinch like?

BOUQUET Look at the dessert menu for kids dining out at Lattitude Restaurant.

Would the kids really pass

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ENTERTAINMENTGUIDE ENTERTAINMENT Community events and occasions across the Bay. Pg44

SPECIAL EVENTS

Stories, snippets, strangeness, and general entertainment. Pg45

OUT & ABOUT

News, reviews and opinionated raving on the music scene. Pg46

MUSIC & ARTS

The Weekend Sun’s ever popular guide to ‘What’s On’ in the Bay. Pg47

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A tooting good time for a great cause There’s nothing better in life than doing what you love – especially when your passion helps your fellow man and woman.

The Tauranga Brass Band concert will raise funds for the Galilee Mission, a division of the United Seafarers’ Mission.

The Tauranga Brass Band is inviting music lovers to their next concert, at St Andrews Church in Mount Maunganui on Saturday, November 28.

Principal cornet player Peter Cranson says the concert will raise funds for the Galilee Mission, a division of the United Seafarers’ Mission.

“It’s such a good cause and one the Tauranga Brass Band is proud to support,” says Peter.

“While we enter a few competitions, we really love playing concerts that help raise funds and support for the community.”

The upcoming concert will feature special guest

organist Keith Bowen and soprano Wendy Coster, and solos performed by Peter playing the cornet, trumpet, and flugelhorn.

He says the programme will also feature a variety of works, from marches and hymns, to jazz, swing, and well-known musical theatre songs – there’ll even be ‘Snoopy’s Christmas’ to help celebrate the season.

“We’re excited for this upcoming concert.

We nearly filled the church the last time we performed which was brilliant, so we’re hoping to do the same this time.”

The Tauranga Brass Band performs at St Andrews Church in Mount Maunganui on Saturday, November 28, from 2pm to 4pm.

Entry costs $10. For more information visit: www.facebook.com/TaurangaBrass David Tauranga

International medium moves to the Bay Sheryl Fraser has left family and friends in Auckland behind.

It’s a new beginning for her, as she answers a calling to serve the Bay of Plenty region.

CEO of her business for 28 years, Sheryl is a medium, clairvoyant, spiritual counsellor, life coach, motivational speaker, business advisor, work shop facilitator, and psychic private investigator.

“I work with many clients in New Zealand, and all over the world, and have done work for the government,” she says.

Sheryl needs a photo less than a year old to work with.

“All photographs must be clear and from head to shoulders, with no sunglasses, or tinted reading glasses, so I can tune into the energy of a person and read the eyes.”

“Readings are not scary by any means. You will always get honesty and the truth from a reading.

Sometimes a reading helps a person who has lost direction in their life and has hit a black pit,” says Sheryl.

“If you have lost direction in your life, you can be sure that spirit will put you back on track.”

Those who want to have Christmas or New Year readings should act now as Sheryl is often booked a year in advance.

Bookings are accepted by email, text, or mobile phone for all her services.

For more information or to make a booking, visit her website, sherylfraser.co.nz Sheryl Fraser is bringing her wide-ranging spiritual services to Tauranga.

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Raise your voice in song with the Oriana Singers A “choir of the people” will sing their hearts out for the good of their fellow man, woman and child this December.

thing for the Oriana Singers.”

Winter’s Grace is a modern cantata written by American composer Joseph M Martin, featuring choral numbers interwoven with well-loved Christmas music and carols.

The Oriana Singers presents Katrina adds there will also be a chance Winter’s Grace – Cantata for members of the audience to sing some for Christmas at St Andrews well-known and popular carols, so you Church in Mount Maunganui better make sure you warm up those and at Otumoetai’s St Columba vocal folds.

Church on December 5 and 6.

“Often you go to Christmas concerts Musical director Katrina and you think ‘Well, it’s Christmas, we Wickham says the 55-voice choir should be singing too’, so the audience will also be collecting food donations have an opportunity to sing along with the for the annual Salvation Army Christmas choir as well which will be fun!”

Appeal at the concerts.

The Oriana Singers presents Winter’s Grace – “We also want to donate a portion Cantata for Christmas at St Andrews Church in of the proceeds from ticket sales to the The Oriana Singers proudly presents Mount Maunganui and at St Columba Church Sallies too,” says Katrina. “Having an Winter’s Grace – Cantata for Christmas in Otumoetai on December 5 and 6. opportunity to work with an organisation at Mount Maunganui’s St Andrews Tickets cost $12 for adults, with free entry for such as The Salvation Army, which does a Church and Otumoetai’s children and school students. For more information lot of good in the community, is a wonderful St Columba Church.

David Tauranga visit: www.orianasingers.nz

International star in perfect harmony Pianist Jason Bae.

Music lovers still have time to get their tickets for Bay of Plenty Symphonia’s Gala Concert, featuring the brilliant New Zealand pianist Jason Bae with Beethoven’s Emperor Concerto.

Korean-born Jason began studying piano when he was five and played his first concerto at the age of 12 in Auckland. On that occasion he performed the Grieg Piano Concerto, a work which he later played in Tauranga with BOP Symphonia to great acclaim.

In that same year, 2012, Jason made his sell-out debut recital at the Auckland Town Hall and has gone on to win international competitions and perform in many countries. He was made a Young Steinway Artist in the same year, joining the ranks of pianists such as Lang Lang and Daniel Barenboim, who prefer to play on the magnificent

Steinway brand of piano.

Jason will be performing on Baycourt’s own Steinway grand, continuing his relationship with this instrument. He played it at the inaugural recital soon after the piano had been purchased, and later played the first ever concerto on it.

After completing his BMus in Auckland, Jason studied at the Royal Academy of Music in London, where he received his MA in piano performance earlier this year.

The accolades and achievements keep coming. He was made an Associate Fellow of the Royal Commonwealth Society, the first Korean-born New Zealander to receive this distinction.

Jason has recently completed a very successful Chamber Music New Zealand recital tour of New Zealand, and after Sunday’s concert will be returning to London. Don’t miss this opportunity to hear a stunning homegrown performer who is making his mark internationally!

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Spraying the Mount with art Tauranga aerosol artist Owen Dippie’s Girl with a Pearl Earring, the two kings Elvis and Michael, and Biggie Smalls that already take residence on Tauranga’s walls.

Organised by husband and wife Te Aroha and Jah Smith from Street Prints Mauao, the four-day festival includes live street art, an exhibition, and auction of works by both local Tauranga graffiti artist Graeme Hoete, aka Mr G, and international artists. is one of 18 street artists to spray paint 16 new murals “We wanted to organise Tauranga’s first street art festival and in different locations at the Mount, as part of the city’s bring talent to the streets here,” says Jah. “We’ve seen the effect it first street art festival on December 10-13. has had on other cities and towns. Because this is my hometown The new murals will be an addition to former I wanted to bring that here.”

“People can talk and communicate with the artists as they paint,” says Jah. “Just viewing the art is awesome in itself, watching the art starttofrom a blank canvas to what they end up looking like.

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December 12, including art workshops for youth aged 14-24, and demonstrations from Tauranga artists.

“We’re going to drop some containers on the park and there’s going to be live street art from some of the local artists,” says Jah. “A local artist who does polystyrene cut outs is bringing along 20 cut outs and he’s going to get youth to paint them as part of the workshop.”

There’ll also be a free showing of a NZ-made street art documentary.

On Tuesday, December 15, Street Prints Mauao will host a Street Art Auction with most artists supplying art for sale.

Youth are invited to assist the street artists during the event. To volunteer, or for more information, visit streetprintsmauao.co.nz Sponsored by Eve’s Realty, the street art festival is on December 10-13.

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Magic paintbrush creates dance art gallery Shireen Breebaart, the principal of The Dance Institute Tauranga, is incredibly proud of her students and the work they have put in to their end of year production. The show blends dance, art, and magic.

“We are turning our stage into an art gallery,” says Shireen.

“At the opening of the gallery two young girls find a magic paintbrush that brings to life some famous and fascinating pieces of art.”

Shireen says the show will feature a variety of dance styles, including classical ballet, contemporary, jazz and modern dance.

It was a challenge to turn art into dance, and

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Shireen has used two different approaches. “Some of the dances take a very literal translation of the art, while others depict the mood of the painting.”

The show features 150 students, ages three to 19, and showcases a variety of art styles, from expressionism through to abstract art, and even pop art. Shireen is clearly proud of her students. While Shireen has been planning for the show all year, the students have been working Harriett Burton and Sophie Brown, and hard all 148 other students are bringing dance, term to art, and magic to the Bethlehem. polish Photo: David Brown from Kawika Design. the skills to deliver a breath-taking performance.

The show is at the Bethlehem College Performing Arts Centre on Friday, December 4 at 7pm, and Saturday December 5 at 1pm and 6pm. Tickets cost $22 for adults, $17 for children aged four to 14, and free entry for children three and under.

Tickets are available from The Dance Institute phone 07 544 2900, Baybat Batteries 28 15th Avenue, or can be purchased at the door.

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Local theatre’s ‘Triumphant’ new show “Life marches on George.” This one line for me encapsulates 16th Avenue Theatre’s latest production ‘Joyful and Triumphant’, which is onstage until December 12.

The multifaceted characters were all done justice by the cast who gave strong performances. It was fascinating watching their development over the course of the show/years.

The moments of gravitas were my favourite: Brenda confiding in wheelchair stricken mother Lyla (Christine Giddens) is brilliantly heartfelt; the Written by acclaimed shared grief of Ted (David playwright Robert Lord, Guy) and his headstrong it’s the story of the Bishop daughter Raewyn (Ellie family and covers a 40-year Goff ) brought tears; Rose period through a series of (Penny Guy) standing up scenes, all set on Christmas to her brother Ted was an Day. 16th Avenue Theatre proudly presents ‘Joyful and Triumphant’ absolute triumphant.

There’s wealth of material

by Robert Lord until December 12.

On the opposite end, to work this in this show, there’s the evolution of the friendship between Labour supporter a range of emotions to express, seven characters who change as the George (Bob Blackwell) and his National loving neighbour Alice years pass – for better or for worse.

(Maggie Kelly) which provided many a laugh and was beautifully A daunting task, but one accomplished successfully by the cast. presented by the actors.

Kudos to director Geraldine Broderick, who also delivers a great By the end I felt the full weight of the Bishop family’s 40-year story portrayal of daughter-in-law Brenda, for presenting a show that’s my shoulders, it felt like I’d lived the story with them. extremely likeable, easy to follow and hugely rewarding.

David Tauranga

Lost sheep go shopping in Cherrywood Linking the local church with the business centre and schools, St Columba Church Otumoetai is promoting a free entry children’s Christmas competition, catering for two age groups: under and over seven years.

The story is that a local shepherd wanted to visit the baby Jesus, but has lost his sheep, which have since been sighted in the Cherrywood Shopping Centre!

Each shop will name a sheep and tether it near their doorway. The competition requires the children to ‘go searching’ and fill in the names of the sheep alongside the shop names on their entry form. A colouring-in nativity scene completes the entry. Entry forms also have a simple Christmas story,

St Columba Presbyterian Church’s Christine Christie shepherding a flock of woolly individuals. Photo: Bruce Barnard.

explaining why we give gifts.

An invitation to the Christmas Eve Family Service at 6pm, where prizes will be presented, is included.

Needy children supported by Tear Fund will benefit from this venture. It is hoped that each Lost Sheep will find a loving, new home and that the shepherd and his dog will be able to thank the children.

Prizes unable to be collected at the service may be collected from the Church Office, St Columba Church, 502 Otumoetai Rd after January 19.

Entry forms can be collected from November 27 at Matua, Otumoetai, and Pillans Point Primary Schools, the ANZ Bank, Deluxe Beauty Salon in Cherrywood, and from the Church Office (TuesFri 9.30-12). Entries close December 18.

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How you can help local musicians Creative hub The Incubator, based in the Historic Village on 17th Ave, is calling on all local musicians to take part in their online survey.

Run by a dedicated team of volunteers, The Incubator provides a unique venue for a wide spectrum of arts and events.

Co-director Simone Anderson says they’re currently looking into expanding the services provided to local musicians.

There is no end date for the online survey, which is being hosted on the

Survey Monkey website.

Simone adds that anyone who doesn’t have access to the internet can pop down to The Incubator to share their thoughts.

“People can definitely come in and have a chat with us, we’re interested to hear from everyone as we want to build a cohesive arts community.”

You can take part in the survey at surveymonkey.com/s/TYZ2MLR or for more information about The Incubator visit theincubator.co.nz

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Shooting straight from the hip At some point Tauranga’s music scene changed.

touring Australia to launch their fifth CD, ‘Broken Man’. Then they come back here.

The official release of the CD is on December 5 at Driver’s Bar but they’re doing an advance show, 3pm It’s hard to spot the exact moment, but some time this Sunday at the Funky Lizard. It should be a great in the last decade Tauranga shifted from being a place afternoon and I’ll have a CD to review for you next you complained about because there wasn’t enough week. happening to a place where people complain that And those other they don’t have time to go to all the available events. things. I think I This is both a good and a frustrating thing; but it’s mentioned variety better to be offered too much than too little. And there – check out this... is certainly something around to Tonight (Friday suit just about every taste...

November 27) there’s a fundraiser for the As an example, look at this Waipuna Hospice at the Holy Trinity. weekend. Here are three very Operanesia is a collaboration between different acts, all of which I’m four classically trained singers, all sure will pull big crowds as they from Auckland via Samoa and Tonga. deserve to.

They perform everything from opera to First up, and I’m particularly barbershop, modern tunes and Polynesia excited about this, is some medleys and will be accompanied by astounding electric blues. I’m Claire Caldwell, last seen in Tauranga skipping straight to Sunday as pianist and Musical Director for afternoon (November 29), Sol3 Mio. Things kick off at 8pm, because this is a band that blow tickets are $40. me away and I’m definitely Then there’s the Frank Burkitt Band, heading out to the Funky a Wellington five-piece led by young Lizard for their gig.

English lad Frank, who’re storming The band is The Hipshooters, around the country with an upbeat blend a Kiwi/Oz combo trio fronted Tipi from the Hipshooters. of bluegrass, blues, country, swing, and by guitarist Anton Tipi Elkington.

Scottish folk music. Find out more at frankburkitt.

The Funky Lizard Cafe is that little joint by the side co.uk or check out some live videos on YouTube. of the road in Paengaroa on your way to Te Puke. It’s They’re playing for free on Saturday (28 November), very, er, funky.

8pm at the Mount’s Hop House and then at the Tipi is something of a local legend, having lived here Historic Village for the Tauranga Acoustic Music Club in the late 1980s and stomped the terra with Hard on Sunday at 7.30pm. That one is $20 on the door. to Handle, a band with a short life span but big tail Meanwhile, there’s an album launch (Sonic Delusion – of influence. Tipi’s commanding stage presence and folky) at Brew on Friday night, Latino music (Santiago extraordinary guitar playing inspired generations and the Plugs) at the Mount Social Club on Saturday, of Tauranga guitarists, from Grant Haua to Joel acoustic blues (Josh Durning) at The Phoenix on Shadbolt. In those days he was very much seen as Sunday afternoon, jazz (Dovetail) at Greer’s later on a new Stevie Ray Vaughan, but the Hipshooters Sunday afternoon, and that same night at Baycourt have developed way beyond those limitations. the year’s finale for the Bay of Plenty Symphonia, Tipi formed them in 1990s Auckland along with a gala concert celebrating their fortieth anniversary bassist Billy Williams, but they quickly departed year, featuring young piano wizard Jason Bae playing for Brisbane where they soon became a feature at Beethoven’s Emperor concerto (and much more!). major festivals such as Byron Bay and picked up two Told you it was busy in Tauranga these days...

Australian Blues Awards (Best Song and Best Band). watusi@thesun.co.nz They’ve since released four albums and are currently

Couple display the unique parts of our world We live in a world where we’re swamped with imagery and expectations to be rich, beautiful and perfect.

But the world is an imperfect place, we are imperfect people, and all those perfect images are lies and illusions that never truly brings people happiness.

This belief lies at the heart of artists Anj Keate and Dean Ellery’s new exhibition It Takes All Kinds To Make A World, which opens at The Zeus Gallery on 11th Ave on Friday, December 4.

The wife and husband duo have created more than 120 unique handmade sculptures, which looks at life as it is, “not as the marketing world wants us to think things are like”.

“These characters, they’re not famous but they are

beautiful, they’re not wealthy but they are rich,” the couple says. “They don’t live in the ‘right’ places but they do live. They’re worthy, of being rendered in clay, painted and drawn and worthy of being loved.”

Some of the pieces featured in the exhibition are based from characters in oil paintings previously created by Anj, while Dean adds he had no paintings to plunder so rummaged around in his head instead.

“We wanted to bring some character to life that we feel are a cross section of the ‘normalness of life’.

Some are damaged, some look different, and that’s okay – that’s life.”

The It Takes All Kinds To Make A World exhibition opens at The Zeus Galley on Friday, December 4, 5-7.30pm, and runs until December 12. The Zeus Gallery is open Monday to Saturday, 10-4pm.

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JULIE’S

Friday 27 November Joyful & Triumphant

At 16th Ave Theatre until Dec 12. Written by Robert Lord.

Directed by Geraldine Broderick. Book at itecket.co.nz or Creative Tauranga.

Surf/Street/Skate Clothing

And shoes pop up sale. With 90% off top brands there will be something for everyone. At ASB Baypark Stadium Lounge Nov 27-29 9am - 6pm.

Saturday 28 November Alcoholics Anonymous

Women’s meeting at St Andrews, Dee St 10-11am, children welcome. 0800 229 6757

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

BOP Essential Tremor Support Grp

Meet at Evans Rd Community Church, Evans Rd, Papamoa 10am.

Ann 542 4005

Brass Spectacular

Featuring Tauranga Brass & soloists.

Wendy Coster, soprano & Keith Bowen, organist. St Andrews Church, Dee St, Mt Maunganui 2pm.

Christmas Dance

Dec 12 at Greerton Hall, Cameron Rd 7.30pm.

BYO drinks & nibbles.

Entertainment by Helen Riley. All welcome. Supreme Dance Centre 544 2337 or 027 322 1786.

Christmas Dance Tonight

Join us for our Christmas Dance, sequence & old time dancing. Raffles & spot prizes. Wear a touch of Christmas.

Great music & supper. Greerton Hall 7.30-11pm. Run by Tauranga Scottish Soc. Allyson 576 9194

Friendly Surfcasting Fishing Contest

Held Dec 5 on the beach in front of Matata Campsite. Registration $20pp/rod from 11am, with contest 12-6pm. Public weigh in 6-6.15pm on location with cash prizes given out after that. https://www.facebook.com/ events/118619078496563/

Fundraising Garage Sale

And sausage sizzle at Inner Life Church, Unit 21/61 Maleme St, Greerton 8am - 12pm.

Garage Sale

Dec 5 at Tauranga Girls’ College 9am - 12pm. Fundraiser.

Clothing, bric-a-brac, toys, produce.

Greerton Hall Market

8am - 12pm. Crafts, plants, produce, bric-a-brac. Nancy/Merv 07 863 6697

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

Inachord Chorus & Guest Performers

Celebrate the Songs of Elvis Nov 28 at Bethlehem College Performing Arts Centre 7.30pm. $20 adult & $10 child.

People’s Climate March NZ 2015

March to save the world for effective action in Paris. Cnr 4th Ave & Devonport Rd 1.30pm, then marching down to the Strand for photos, speeches & music.

Taichi Qigong

Every Sat at Memorial Park between mini golf & playground 10am. Free to join. All welcome.

Tauranga Farmers Market

Tauranga Primary School, 5th Ave/ Cameron Rd 7.45am - 12pm. Cooking demonstration from Hayley Bilton, Masterchef NZ.

Turn of Phrase

A showcase of talented Dance House students, from age 3 to adult. At Baycourt Community & Arts Centre 10am, 2pm & 6pm. www.baycourt.co.nz or 577 7188

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

Home Computer Club (Tga) Inc

Computer enthusiasts meet to share knowledge & experience at Arts & Crafts Centre, Elizabeth St West, last Sunday of each month 9.30am – 12.30pm approx. $3 door charge.

Visitors welcome. 544 2067

Katikati Tramping Club

Wairongomai - Pylon Ridge. Moderate +. Brett 07 863 6602

Maketu Rotary Club Market

3rd & 5th Sunday at Village Green, Park Rd, Maketu. Stalls $10. Maureen 533 2340

Petanque Tga/BOP Club

Every Sun & Thurs at Cliff Rd 12.45pm. Also at Club Mt Maunganui 12.45pm. Boules available, tuition given. 578 3606

Quakers in Tauranga

Mainly silent worship, hour long meeting followed by tea & talk. Every Sunday in hall behind Brain Watkins Historic House 10am. 544 0448

Radio Controlled Model Yachts

Sunday 29 November

Meet Sun 1.30pm & Thurs 5.30pm at pond behind 24 Montego Drive, Papamoa, to sail electron & similar 3ft long yachts for fun. Beginners welcome.

Graham 572 5419

Christmas carols & choral works about Light, using the service from King’s College, Cambridge. Presented by Scholars Pro Musica, at St Peter’s Anglican Church, Victoria Rd, Mount 7pm. Free event.

Every Sun meet at Papamoa Sports & Recreation Centre, Parton Rd 9am.

Heinz 574 1543. Tues meet at Palmers, Ohauiti Rd 9am. Pam/ Andrew 544 3272. Weds meet at Sulphur Pt, near Nautilus, off Cross Rd 9am. Cam 552 4513

Advent Lessons & Carols

Argentine Tango

Free introduction class, Citizens Club, 170 13th Ave 4.30-5.30pm. Denise 0204 006 1340

Athenree House & Station

Refreshment rooms open Sunday’s 1-4pm for their famous ‘Athenree Teas’.

360 Athenree Rd, Athenree.

Bay Bible Fellowship/Lord’s Day

Worship & communion service, Welcome Bay Primary School Hall, 309 Welcome Bay Rd 10am. The final week in the “To Live is Christ” series in Philippians. Preacher: Pastor Lincoln Forlong. All welcome. www.bbf.net.nz

Bay of Plenty Symphonia - Gala Concert

40th anniversary concert featuring international Young Steinway artists Jason Bae. At Baycourt Community & Arts Centre 6.30pm. www.baycourt. co.nz or 577 7188

Bee Interest Group

Monthly meeting at 1114 Ohauiti Rd 2pm. Bring something to share for afternoon tea & a donation for the group. Gordon 027 544 2882

Bible Seminars

Recreational Cycle Group

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.

Firearms license must be presented at registration area. $15pp (cash only). No cellphone coverage. www. deerstalkersbop.org.nz

Tauranga Friendship & Social Club

Walks, dinners & outings for over 50’s. Barbara 544 7461

Tauranga Spiritual Society Inc

Thanks for your support this year. Starting back 7 Feb 2016. To register as a guest speaker 022 0670 467.

Weekend Activities for the Over 60’s

Walks, dinners, day trips & good times. Gloria 544 1834

Monday 30 November Achieve Toastmasters

Greerton Senior Citizen’s Hall, Maitland St, Greerton 1.45pm. Title: “Jesus hears the demonic - lessons for us.” Interactive, Q&A. Refreshments provided. All welcome. Vic 543 0504

Making it on Mondays. 1st, 3rd & 5th Mon at St Stephen’s Church Hall, Brookfield, Tga 7.30pm. Chrissy 543 9493

Bimonthly hands on day. Bring your computer for help with Linux & Open Source software. Arts & Crafts Centre (back room) cnr Elizabeth St & Glasgow St 9.30am – 3pm. $2 door charge. 578 6024 www.boplug.co.nz

Tauranga Badminton Club. Summer season at Bethlehem College every Monday 7.30-9.30pm. All players welcome. $5, racquets available. Sue 021 194 4335

BOP Linux Users

Badminton

Bethlehem Pottery Club/Gallery

13 Bethlehem Rd. Open most days.

Body & Soul Fun Fitness

Meditation Group

For over 50’s, social events & guest speakers. Mon & 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 Sport & Physical recreation instructor’.

Free classes Mon 10am & Weds 7.30pm. Find peace, spiritual awareness & the meaning of your life. David 576 9764

Tauranga Brass

Practice every Mon at Elizabeth St West Community Hall 7-9pm. New players welcome. Alex 571 8720

Tauranga City Silver Band

Meet every Mon at their band room, Yatton St. Brass & percussion players welcome. www.taurangacitysilver.tk Don’t forget concert on Dec 13.

Capoeira Classes

Learn this unique artform from Brazil that combines martial arts, dance movements & music. All fitness levels, great social activity. Mon 6-7pm. Tues 6.15-7.15pm at Studio 162, 162 Durham St Tauranga. Visit aucapoeiranz.com

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.

Shirley 577 0188

Cards 500

Do you live in the Mount or Bayfair area & play 500? Social evenings. Night of week flexible 572 3834

Tauranga Lyceum Club

Chess Mt Maunganui

Mount RSA Chess Club every Mon at Mount RSA, 544 Maunganui Rd. Early program 6-7.30pm during school term.

Late program 7.30pm onwards. Noel 579 5412

Citizens Advice Bureau

For free, confidential information and advice about anything call in MondayFriday 9am-5pm 38 Hamilton Street, Tauranga or Freephone 0800 367 222 or 578 1592. Justice of the Peace Service every Mon 1-4pm, Weds & Thurs 9am-11.30am. Weds 9.30 – 12.30 CAB Service at Welcome Bay Community Centre. Last Weds 16 Dec. Migrant Clinics Tues - Fri 1pm-4pm. – All welcome no appointment necessary.

Civic Choir Tauranga

Every Mon at Wesley Church, 13th Ave, Tauranga 7.30pm. New members welcome. Heather 575 9092 www. taurangacivicchoir.org.nz

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

Fitness League

Ladies 50 plus exercise with dance to music. Improve posture, energy, toned body, increase strength & fun. Every Mon at Greerton Senior Citizens Hall, 39 Maitland St 9.30-10.30am. Gloria 573 4429

Junction Mental Health

Peer support & advocacy: coffee & chat 10am – 12pm. 543 3010

Leisure Marching

For exercise, fun & fellowship for ladies 55+, no experience required.

Coreen 570 0172

Meditation & See What Unfolds

Variety of meditation techniques & discussion group. Every Mon 7-9pm.

Kevin 578 7205

Women’s friendship club. Catered lunch first Fri of month, dinner 3rd Weds of month with guest speaker.

Other activities throughout the month include: watercolour painting, mah jong, bridge, book club & more. At 68 1st Ave. June 926 9044

Tauranga Rock n Roll Club Inc

Club night every Mon at Tauranga RSA, Cameron Rd 8pm. A relaxed, social evening of dancing. Members $3, non $5. Visitors welcome. Checkout FB. Trina 576 7461 after 5pm.

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.

Twilight Bowls

Every Mon at Omanu Bowling Club, Golf Rd. Play starts 6pm, names in 5.45pm. Non bowlers/bowlers welcome.

Cost: $5 for 2 games. Bowls available but flat shoes needed. Jim 572 1983

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, Gravatt Rd 9am & 10.30am.

Sit & Be Fit at Papamoa Community Centre 11.30am. Smooth Movers Weds Welcome Bay Hall, Welcome Bay Rd 9.15am. Sit & Be Fit Greenwood Park Village, Welcome Bay 11am. Thurs: Otumoetai Action Centre, Windsor Rd 9am. Bethlehem Hall, Bethlehem Rd 10.30am. Fri: Papamoa Community Centre, Gravatt Rd 9am & 10.15am.

578 9272 www.ymcatauranga.org.nz

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Alcoholics Anonymous Mt Maunganui

Open meeting every Tues at St Peters Hall, 11 Victoria Rd 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? Marie 576 5495

Bayfair Petanque Club

Tuition & boules available for learners & visitors. Every Tues & Thurs at Bayfair Reserve, Russley Drive 1pm. Margaret 572 3173

BOP Linux Users

Share & learn about free Open Source software & the Linux computer operating system. 1st Tues of month , LJ Hooker cnr Cameron Rd & 8th Ave 7-9pm. Experts & beginners welcome. $2. 578 6024 www. boplug.co.nz

Cards 500

Mount Senior Citizens, 345 Maunganui Rd Tues & Thurs 12.45-4pm. All welcome.

575 4650

Depression Support Group

For people with an experience of depression. 1-2pm. Junction 543 3010 for info or if you need a ride.

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

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

Ocean Running

5k Mount Fun Run every Tues 6pm. Run or walk, walkers start from 5.30pm, runners 6pm. Register at Mount Ocean Sports Club, Pilot Bay 5.15pm. $5 entry, includes free drink & opportunity to win a spot prize after the run. All welcome. Phil 021 383 354

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. John 578 9716

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Tauranga Scrabble Club

At Tauranga Bridge Club, Ngatai Rd 9am. 3 games $3. New players welcome.

544 8372

Tauranga Sunrise Lions

Meet 1st & 3rd Tues of month at the Oaks, Tauranga RSA 6.30am. Diane 578 8682

Wednesday 2 December Age Concern Walking Group

Meet at The Strand carpark 10am. All welcome. 578 2631

An Evening with Nadia Lim

Sick of being bombarded by the latest dieting fads? Confused about what you should & shouldn’t eat? It’s time to get back to basics. ASB Baypark Arena 6-8pm. Nadia’s cookbooks available on the night. Tickets $32 from Lyon O’Neale Arnold or online at www. cctnz.co.nz

Bowls Indoor

Mount Senior Citizens, 345 Maunganui Rd Weds & Fri 12.45-4pm. Beginners welcome. 575 4650

Cards

Do you play cribbage or would like to learn the game? Every Weds at Tauranga RSA 1pm. New members welcome. Rona 578 7939

Fitsteps Dance Fitness

Do you enjoy dance & fitness? Fantastic new programme every Weds at Bethlehem Community Hall 9.30-10.15am. No partner required. Helen 022 882 0237 or email: helen@createdtodance.co.uk

Healing Rooms

Experience God’s healing touch, at Bethlehem Town Centre, cnr shop behind PO/Bookstore. Open Weds 1-3 through to Christmas. Papamoa Healing Rooms, now open at Baptist Church, cnr Dickson & Longview Rds 2.30-3.30pm every Weds. No appointment necessary, no charge, all ages welcome. 021 110 0878 www. healingrooms.co.nz

Mount Healing & Spiritual Centre

At Omanu Bowling Club, Golf Rd, Mount 7.30pm start. Mini workshop (3 healers & readers teaching). Fun night. $5 entry. Janet 0272 640 226

Mount RSA 8 Ball Club

Every Weds at Mount RSA 6.30pm.

Enjoy a game of pool or learn to play.

Come along. Gail 022 647 5314

Mt Maunganui Lioness Club

Meet 1st & 3rd Weds. A volunteer service organisation where members enjoy fun & friendships whilst serving the community. Jennifer 578 5190

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

Singles Coffee Club 60+

Looking for friendship? Meet every Weds with like-minded individuals who want to meet new people in a relaxed atmosphere. Ph Gayle 0274 393 267 or mixandmingle@xtra.co.nz

Soul Food

An opportunity to relax, unwind, be still, reflect, refresh & enjoy. Share in a selection of sacred & inspirational writings & music from around the world. 6 Moiri Pl, Maungatapu 7.30pm. 544 2786

Tauranga Embroiderers’ Guild

Every Weds at Tauranga Rowing Club rooms, Memorial Park 10am - 2.30pm & 7.30-9.30pm. Juniors 4-5.30pm. Beginners & experienced stitchers welcome. Nancy 544 4778

Tauranga Mid-Week Tramping Group

Radar dome via dragline. Easier option to Hurunui Hut. Grade mod, approx. 6.5hrs. Sheryl 574 3743

Tauranga South Garden Club

First Weds of month at Central Baptist Church Hall cnr 13th Ave & Cameron Rd 1.30-3pm. Visitors welcome. Margaret 578 1017

Thursday 3 December Club Mt Maunganui

Social games club. Play indoor bowls, 500 & bolivia every Thurs 12.45pm. Prizes to be won & visit other clubs. John 575 2422 or 027 246 8122

Community Bible Study International

At 14th Ave Gospel Centre 10am – 12pm for a non-denominational Bible study until Dec 10. Jack & Betty 544 3809.

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 of all things French.

Come & meet like-minded people over a relaxed drink. Meet every second Thurs at La Mexica, the Strand between 4.30-6.30pm. Andrea - agohns@yahoo.co.nz

Happiness & Our Mind

Drop-in meditation classes. Beginners welcome.

Self contained classes so start any date. Cost $14 per class.

Tauranga Plunket, 471 Devonport Rd 7-8.30pm. Monthly classes, next class Dec 10. www.meditateintauranga.org

Keynotes 4 Part Harmony

Women’s chorus meet every Thurs at Wesley Church Hall, 13th Ave 6.45pm. Sing for fun & health. Nora 544 2714

Mainly Music

Every Thurs at St Enoch’s Church, 134 16th Ave 9.30am. $3 per family.

New members welcome. 578 3040

Mount/Papamoa Coffee & Chat

Held 1-2pm. Junction 543 3010 for info or transport if required.

Mount Underwater Club

Club night at Mount Ocean Sports Clubrooms (cnr The Mall & Salisbury Ave, Mt Maunganui) 7.30pm.

Christmas BBQ. New members welcome. Gail 021 471 768 or gail. bingham58@gmail.com

Ukulele Lessons

For primary age children.

At Otumoetai Baptist Chapel 3.30-4.30pm. Enquires Linkt Community Trust email: learn@lead.co.nz

Friday 4 December An African Tale

The story of Simba & his adventures through the plains of Africa.

Performed by talented local dancers from the Gillian Moore School of Dance. Dec 4 7pm & Dec 5 1pm & 7pm at Baycourt. www.baycourt.co.nz or 577 7188

Art Society Art Sale

Dec 4 10am - 4pm & Dec 5 10am 2pm at Constables Gallery, Commerce Lane, Te Puke. All art reduced.

All welcome.

Bay of Plenty Sports Awards

Hosted by Sport BOP, the regions premiere sports awards ceremony, aiming to recognise all aspects of sport with award categories highlighting the superb achievements of sports clubs, administrators, coaches & officials.

Held at ASB Baypark 6-10pm.

Bi/Gay Men’s Support Group

Do you need a trusting person to talk to? Discretion assured. For meetings & locations ph/txt Alex 027 358 5934

Chess Tauranga

Every Fri at Tauranga RSA, Greerton 6-7pm, for the whole family. Werner 548 1111 http:// www.westernbopchess.weebly.com/

Coffin Club

Meet every Fri at 416 Maunganui Rd, next to McDonalds, behind Jones Funeral Service 9am - 12pm.

David 021 184 4086

Gourmet Night Market

Every Fri at Coronation Park, Mt Maunganui 5pm until dark.

A diverse range of speciality streetfood from some of the Bay’s top foodtrucks & restaurants.

ME/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome

Support BOP EasiYoga held at Hillier Centre, 31 Gloucester Rd, Mt Maunganui 11am - 12pm.

Gentle exercises. All welcome. Tina 281 1480 or email: tina@mebop.org.nz

Save the Children Stall

Fundraising stalls every Friday outside the ANZ Bank, Cherrywood 9.30am - 12.30pm. Christmas goods & cards. Do support us. David 576 2019

TaiChi QingGong 18 Moves

A good way to improve your health.

Every Fri at Greerton Hall 6.307.15pm. Gold coin donation. Join now. All welcome. 571 5168

Technology Devices

Book now for lessons & learn the basics - Mobile phone, IPad’s, Tablets & Laptops. Gayle 0274 393 267

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.

022 0120 376

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Christ heals those who believe An ex-drug addict who spent time living on the streets, Australian evangelist Alex Lorkin first found faith in Christ 33 years ago.

After being a Pastor for 17 years, he went to India to pray for the sick in 1984, ministering alongside TL Osborne.

Since then, Alex has seen Jesus Christ heal people all over the world – mostly around Asia Pacific and the Navajo Nation.

In Hamilton in 2012, Jasik had been born profoundly deaf and had been so for over 60 years. He was totally healed at an Alex meeting.

In Honiara in the Solomon Islands, three years earlier, George was born totally blind. After 28 years in the dark he was healed at a meeting.

In Kostas, Micronesia in 2012, Pastor Alex saw nine people who were blind completely healed.

And in Visag, India, in 1984, Alex prayed for a 12-year-old girl crippled by polio. She was totally healed.

In Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea, in 2006, seven-year-old Max had never walked without his crutches. After Alex prayed for him, he jumped up and ran.

Numbering our days

The past few weeks have seen some rather distressing events throughout the world.

A Russian airliner crashed in Egypt while carrying many Russian families home from their holiday, killing all 224 people on board. IS quickly claimed responsibility.

Horrific acts of terror were carried out in Paris on an otherwise ordinary Friday evening – people dining in restaurants, watching a soccer game, or enjoying a music concert. In the space of just over 30 minutes a total of 132 people lost their lives at the hands of ISIS militants.

Closer to home, our great rugby legend Jonah Lomu died suddenly last Wednesday. On a Sunday afternoon, four mates went to the popular McLaren Falls Park for an afternoon of fun. Two never came home – tragically drowned.

These tragedies remind us of the unpredictability of what each day holds. All of these people who died or were killed had one thing in common: none knew that today (the day they died) was their last day on earth.

By contrast, one of the world’s greatest theologians and preachers was Jonathan Edwards (born 1703, died 1758). At age 19 he wrote 70 resolutions. One of his resolutions was mindboggling. He wrote, ‘Resolved, to think much on all occasions of my own dying, and of the common circumstances which attend death’.

Edwards’ life was cut short at 55, suddenly dying from side effects after receiving a smallpox inoculation. When his day of death came unexpectedly, he was ready to meet his Maker and Saviour Jesus Christ - because he had eternity and the brevity of life constantly on his mind.

Dear reader – are you ready to appear before the Lord if today was your last day? Pray with Moses the man of God, who prayed to God in Psalm 90:12, “So teach us to number our days that we may get a heart of wisdom.”

Richard Roodt, Bay Bible Fellowship

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Come out and see if Christ still heals today. Free event at Pottershouse Church (see ad on this page).

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The Bay’s award winning builder Karl Bayer played an integral part in an architectural firm being awarded a Manser Medal from the Royal Institute of British Architects for House of the Year when he worked in the UK. “I was the foreman, and did all the glass and aluminium in the build as well,” says the owner of Botany Bay Building.

“We won the regional award, then the London Award, and then the National Award. The building workmanship plays a key role in the award.”

Karl spent 14 years in the UK doing high-end residential work, and is proud of that testament to his skills.

RIBA Award winner Karl Bayer.

Now based in the Bay, Karl offers clients the peace of mind that comes with hiring a licensed building practitioner.

“I can do any type of renovations, including extensions, and can also do new builds.”

Call Botany Bay Building today to book an award-winning builder for your home.

Perfect the first time, or you don’t pay Removing the risk of getting a job that’s not quite up to your standard, Desmar Cleaning Service’s policy is if you’re not happy with it, and they can’t fix it, you don’t pay for it.

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Mark Jensen, owner of Desmar Cleaning Services. considerable experience and training to produce superb results.”

Desmar Cleaning Services also offers builder’s cleaning, giving a newly built home a thorough onceover to ensure move in day is as easy as putting the cups in the cupboard and putting your feet up.

“We will go in and clean up after the builders – the shavings, plastic wraps, appliances, etc. You go in and you don’t do anything – all the cleaning is done, including the windows.”

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Choose Legacy Funerals, and all the profits go to the local community.

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We can meet at your home or at Woodhill or Tauranga Park.

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Must have good people skills, a good local knowledge, be with a current passenger licence, and customer focused. If this is of interest, please call Hinterland Tours / Brad on 022 065 0698

arts & crafts GLASS CUTTING WORKSHOP Sat 5th December 10am - 12pm.

Two hours of learning the tricks and techniques to cutting glass. Perfect for stained glass, mosaics and fused glass. All material supplied and you get to keep your glass cutter. Booking essential. Phone Lynn 571 3726 Leadlight Expressions, Historic Village, 17th Avenue.

bible digest accounting PS & R ACCOUNTING – Contact us for a free quote to have your Annual Accounts and Tax Returns completed. We have 16 years experience and are based at Mount Maunganui.

Phone Peter 0221366012.

Email trefusis@ihug.co.nz

arborist ARBORCORE TREE SERVICES - Qualified Arborist.

10 yrs exp. Tree, Hedge, Shrub, Palm, Yucca Maintenance or Removal. Vuk can sort out your outdoor areas just in time for summer; also specialising in large Tree Felling; Affordable, professional tree services.

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0800 34 62 63 | www.linsa.co.nz 174 DEVONPORT ROAD, TAURANGA | (07) 578 7717 Terms and conditions apply. Subject to Linsa Finance lending criteria and responsible lending guidelines. All loans must be approved and drawn down in our branch. Establishment and account maintenance fees apply.

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cars for sale 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

computers COMPUTER GETTING you down? Problems, viruses, upgrades, internet, new or refurb PC’s tuition, or advice. Ph Bruce for a no obligation chat or quote 576 7940 or 021 260 9183 FREE ON SITE DIAGNOSIS & quote. We come to you & don’t charge extra for travel.

Pensioner discounts. Ph Kyle at Tech Solutions 027 828 7078 NEED A C.V.? Don’t let your C.V. get lost amongst all the others. I can help you stand out on paper. A C.V. For You can provide you with a personal and professional touch. “Get the interview….Land the job” Contact via www.facebook.com/ acvforyou or 021 27 27 912

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I will not leave you until I have done what I have promised you.”

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gardening ABLE GARDENER, experienced, efficient, knowledgeable, highly qualified.

Maintenance, pruning, hedges, shrubs, roses; disease/pest control, lifestyle blocks, garden renovations; design & plant.

Ph Tita 027 654 8781 or a/h 542 0120 GARDENER AVAILABLE pruning & spraying. Ph Tracey 578 9779 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 or 575 9903 PEAVINE, conventional bales available. Can also be purchased for $10 by the sack full. Barley straw also available. Ph 533 1922 or www.billwebb.co.nz

OFFICE: PART-TIME office assistant required, to help small business with spreadsheeting works and basic financial reporting. Two mornings per week. Must have strong excel computer skills. Please call Brad on 022 065 0698.

SECRETARY WANTED Must be: Business Qualified; Able to speak multiple languages; Impeccable organisation skills; Can-do attitude is a must.

Immediate Start Apply to Andrew at hblcom@hotmail.co.nz.

spiritual guidance 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

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Something for everyone. NZ Registered Natural Therapies & Natural Medicine Practitioners.

Opposite BP Te Puke. Ph 573 5533 www.naturaltherapiesnz. com and www.kiwikitz.com

MATURE TENANTS WANTED warm and very tidy 3 bdrm brick home, near Fashion Island, Papamoa. Most suitable for working family, 3 persons max, no pets. Fenced, mature section, garage/carport. Suit keen gardeners. Refs req.

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PROFESSIONAL HOUSE MINDER available from end of January 2016. Do you want peace of mind that your treasured home is in trustworthy hands while you are away on holiday? Excellent references.

Ph Cathie 022 162 8301

livestock AC PETFOODS collect injured & unwanted cows & horses.

Ph 0800 369 6269

lost & found FOUND KITTENS, various colours, Various areas Ph SPCA 07 578 0245 Found Male ginger tabby and white, Te Puke area, Ref: 22868 Ph SPCA 07 578 0245 Found White and Tortishell female cat, Gate Pa area, Ref: 22869 Ph SPCA 07 578 0245

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

Found Medium haired Black male cat, Welcome Bay area, Ref: 22874 Ph SPCA 07 578 0245

HANDYMAN BUILDING and section maintenance, decks, fencing, pergolas, painting, water blasting, odd jobs. Free quotes Ph Rossco 027 270 3313 or 544 5911

Found Black and white male cat, Tauranga South area, Ref: 22875 Ph SPCA 07 578 0245

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Make. Mend. Ph Rob at Magic Seal 543 4940

Found Two male black cats, Judea area, Ref: 22876 22877 Ph SPCA 07 578 0245

LANDSCAPING Paving, lawnmowing, cobbling, general tidy up, chainsawing, stone features & more. Special on garden makeovers, Available now! Ph 578 6441 or 0204 086 4211

Found Black and white cat female, Welcome Bay area, Ref: 22879 Ph SPCA 07 578 0245 Found medium haired female tabby cat, Te Puna area, Ref: 22882 Ph SPCA 07 578 0245

public notice FRIENDSHIP AND ACTIVITIES for unattached people 55+.

Feeling lonely? Bay Network Singles Club is for you. Contact Jean 576 9988

situations vacant DRIVER: PART-TIME driver required to assist with Cruise Ship tours and potentially the odd local New Zealand tour.

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 PAINTING & DECORATING Exterior & Interior Painting Gurus, Roof Painting, High quality workmanship,

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trades & services prompt service, fully insured, satisfaction guaranteed, get the A Team @ Fresh Coats Painting. Call 022 421 4261 PAINTERS/PLASTERERS Certified tradesmen available now. Interior/exterior re-paints.

New builds. Residential/ commercial. Level 5/ skimming specialists. Top quality finishes. All our work is guaranteed. All work quoted in the next week finished by Christmas. No job too big or small. Barrakat Interiors Paint and Plaster. Discuss your needs with us today.

Call 022 689 5990.

PLASTERER Interior 30+years Skimming Walls, make good Ceilings, Walls, Cornice Cove, Plasterboard Stopping, Small Jobs. Free quote. Contact Stan 021 130 2621 ROOF REPAIRS free quotes for all maintenance of leaking roofs, gutter cleaning & repairs.

Chimney maintenance & repairs. Registered roofer, 30yrs exp. Ph Peter 542 4291 or 027 436 7740 STUMPINATOR STUMP Grinding free quotes & prompt service. Narrow machine to access rear yards. Ph 576 4245 or 022 076 4245

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TIMBER RETAINING WALLS decks and all types of fencing.

Excellent work at a competitive price. Ph Clive 021 048 2833 or 552 6510

No.8 TOURS TRAVEL CLUB – Book today for one of our January Tours 1/ Cape Turnagain staying at Wallingford Homestead visiting Akitio Beach 2/Wellingtons Wharekauhau Lodge, Government House & 2 War Exhibitions 3/Sunny Nelson stay put exploring Abel Tasman and French Pass ,seats limitedBOOK NOW! Free door to door service & colour catalogue, No joining fees - Ph. The No8 Tours team on 579 3981 or Email - info@no8tours.co.nz

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 1857

transport DRIVING MISS DAISY relief for busy families. Let us take care of the transportation of your parents/children to appointments, outings, afterschool groups. Safe, friendly, reliable service. Ph Jackie from Driving Miss Daisy 552 6614

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travel & tours ”A A A” - HINTERLAND’S CHRISTMAS TOUR - including many fun day trips, memorable holidays & entertaining shows for 2016. Contact The Hinterland Tours Team for more information and your Free Newsletter. Door to Door Service. Ph 575 8118 or 027 235 7714.

ALL OF OUR RAIL car tours filled quickly. January and March dates available now for this outstanding and unique three-day tour. Good price, good deal. Ph John’s Trips and Tours 576 9305

FOR WEDDINGS, FUNCTIONS OR MEETINGS+ check out No.1 The Strand, a beautiful historic setting. Email: kim@no1thestrand.co.nz or www.no1thestrand.co.nz WEDDINGS, PARTIES, MEETINGS etc - The perfect venue. With stunning Harbour views, fully licensed bar & kitchen onsite. Restaurant open every Friday from 5pm & Sunday from 4.30pm, kids under 12 years dine free with every paying adult. Tauranga Fish & Dive Club, 60 Cross Rd, Sulphur Point. Ph 571 8450

wanted TRAILER WANTED Car trailer.

Prefer cheap. Ph 022 071 2135

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SPACE? Ideal as an extra bedroom or home office Three convenient sizes: standard 3.6m x 2.4m - $70pw large 4.2m x 2.4m - $85pw xtra-large 4.8m x 2.4m - $100pw Fully insulated with lockable ranchslider, large window, power, security lights, curtains, carpet, smoke alarm & even a small deck.

Minimum 6 month rental period.

Visit our display cabin at: 17 Plummers Point Road, WHAKAMARAMA or 159 Jellicoe Road, TE PUKE or call for a free brochure.

KNOW YOUR Local REAL ESTATE AGENT Papamoa’s leading lady Harcourts Rachel Cole has a genuine compassion for people and this is displayed in the trusting relationships she builds with her clients. She works relentlessly and consistently to help you achieve your desired result.

Rachel has a reputation for her integrity, professionalism and honesty. She also has a great sense of humour.

After 25 years sales and marketing experience, having spent 12 years of this time in management and leadership banking has been valuable in developing her real estate sales career.

Rachel resides and specialises in Papamoa.

She has travelled overseas and been immersed in different cultures, allowing her to understand people from all backgrounds and can relate well to everyone.

Call Rachel today for a no-obligation chat about your real estate needs.

This is a time to BE SERIOUS! We have buyers. We need property to sell! When you are selling your most valuable asset the outcome is important because it will shape what happens next in your life.

PAULA

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Ring Paula now to find out more about selling property!

Paula Reed M 027 448 1441 B 07 571 4691 paula.reed@bayleys.co.nz www.bayleys.co.nz Success Realty Ltd, Bayleys, Licensed under the REA Act 2008

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