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The big drop Fear of heights or not, 14 Tauranga bosses and community frontrunners will be dropped off the side of a six-storey city building in the name of charity next Saturday.

Tauranga Mayor Stuart Crosby and The Gym co-owner Lindsay Chan (pictured) are two of the brave participants who’ll be abseiling the Inland Revenue Department building on Elizabeth St, as part of the ‘Drop Your Boss’ event on September 2.

“And if somebody wants to tie the knots, that’ll cost extra,” laughs the Mayor. Now in its second year, the event raises funds for Foundation For Youth Development Bay of Plenty to put towards Tauranga children involved in the foundation’s Kiwi Can and Project K programmes. To read more, see page 7.

Photo by Tracy Hardy.

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Springing into action – ’tis the season for absurdity You’ll be pleased to hear we are having spring again this year, since it has been such a success in previous years.

The Askins are among our prime sources of vital information for logical thinking, tax-paying, decent New Zealanders. Here’s some insights, via Keith and Linda: I just received from the Inland Revenue Department an audit on my tax return for 2014, it’s really puzzling me.

They are questioning the number of dependants that I claimed for.

Their question was... ‘List all your dependants?’

I replied, “1000 Muslim immigrants that we provide everything for; 1000 crack/dope heads in rehab; 100,000 bludgers choosing to be on the dole and not even looking for work, 10,000 people in prison, the whole Treaty of Waitangi Gravy Train, 3000 overstayers here for a ‘working holiday’ and the 120 tossers in the Beehive!”

They told me that this was NOT the correct answer. So I keep asking myself, ‘Who the hell did I forget?’

You could go on Trade Me and buy a hot cross bun from anyone anywhere, yet the store down the road would be breaking the law to sell you one.

Absurd.

The new rules aren’t coming In fact, it kicks off next week and into play until 2017, which means coincidentally the committee has decided, another Easter of nonsense next year. in a split decision, that winter should end Some won’t abide for another at about the same time. year and are likely to open for It has been a particularly tough winter for trade regardless. By the time they’re a lot of you, with colds and flu knocking slapped for it, the law will have changed and many about and the All Blacks losing the it would be a bloody minded court process first Bledisloe. So let’s celebrate the start of that pushed on with a case under those some (hopefully) warmer weather and enjoy circumstances. the days lengthening.

However here at the Sun, we are not Next week also marks the start of Bee condoning breaking the law. But to assist Aware Month, in which you all are invited those caught in the twilight zone of Easter to pitch in to help feed the local bees by trading, we will have a special feature, ‘We’re planting ‘bee friendly’ plants in gardens, Not Really Open Sale’ for those businesses on farms, in public gardens and even along who would like to promote the fact they’re our roadsides. officially closed but would love to see you nonetheless.

Cross about Easter hours It’s the sale you have when you don’t have a You can’t keep everyone happy all the sale. The Clayton’s trading hours, when your time and the result of the Easter trading business is booming at the same time it’s law changes is likely to result in someone closed. Fans of Monty Python’s ‘dead parrot getting cross.

Coming soon... sketch’ will follow the logic of this.

Some will argue its erosion of the “It’s Easter Sunday and your business is importance of a holy celebration, while open.” many see it as common sense that Easter “No it’s not, trading rules had to change. Years of it’s just asleep.” inconsistencies and debate will hopefully be To add to addressed, with the decision that councils the colour and will decide whether retailers can open on quirkiness of the Easter Sunday. already grey area of Easter Sunday trading Exemptions for some areas, such as Taupo and opening hours, workers will be able and Queenstown, being allowed to open to decline employment on that day, if they while other regions were not, was completely wish. irrational thinking and asking for trouble.

They can tell the boss they won’t be at Discrimination, in fact. work, but don’t have to say why. Personally, Meanwhile, other trade continues I am looking forward to telling myself this. unabated, such as internet sales.

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Transvestite: A guy who likes to eat, drink and be Mary. Coming soon...

My mind works like lightning, one brilliant flash and it is gone.

I hate sex in the movies. Tried it once.

The seat folded up, the drink spilled and that ice, well, it really chilled the mood.

It used to be only death and taxes. Now, of course, there’s shipping and handling, too.

A husband is someone who, after taking the rubbish out, gives the impression that he just cleaned the whole house.

My next house will have no kitchen, just vending machines and a large rubbish bin.

He said, “I tried defrosting the fridge last night, or as she calls it, foreplay”.

Capital column Coming soon...

Why isn’t Rogers Rabbits printed Coming soon... in the Dominion, the Askins have been askin’.

Persistent readers Keith and Linda regularly send this column to a sister in Wellington and she wants to know why it isn’t published in the capital.

Very good question, sister.

Mainly because it’s got a strong BOP focus that the Wellington crowd wouldn’t understand.

Thought for the day:

Be who you are and say what you feel... because those who matter... don’t mind ... and those who mind ...don’t matter!

And as you slide down that banister of life you should pray that all the splinters are pointed the other way.

Have a great spring, a happy daffodil day and be nice to the bees.

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Museum getting nowhere fast

The Tauranga City Council called on Graeme Purches to help investigate and advise on the controversial museum proposal.

A museum right here on Cliff Road please! Graeme Purches of the museum steering group. Photo by Tracy Hardy.

He was part of the steering group that came up with a site and a plan to make the museum work.

But five years later the proposal remains stalled and the servant has turned on his masters.

Graeme says the city’s “current crop of hand-sitting elected representatives” should be held accountable by ratepayers.

“Keep track of what councillors are saying and not doing, and make appropriate decisions at the ballot box next year.”

He has singled out the mayor for special mention.

Graeme says Stuart Crosby’s suggestion the museum be in the CBD had the effect of “destroying the project before it even started”.

“So much for his ‘vision’ for the city,” says Graeme.

Graeme spent a year helping research the museum proposal, possible sites, design and funding. The steering group included Mayor Stuart Crosby.

That was five years ago. Graeme has “had enough”.

“We need to get on with it. We need to create an infrastructure appropriate for a city of this size.

There needs to be significant change or Tauranga will drift into big city pretence and small village reality.

“It’s a shame that the museum has been allowed to drag on over two election cycles during which time costs have significantly and we are getting nowhere.”

The museum steering group evaluated 17 sites, delivered a report to council short-listing three and recommending one: Cliff Road.

Cliff Road was preferred because the land is owned by council, it’s part of a historic precinct including

the Elms and the redoubt, and it had commanding views which offered other income opportunities such as a restaurant. It was also suggested the art gallery be re-sited there, also providing a cultural experience to attract visitors and stop losing tourists to Rotorua.

“But here we are, midway through another term of office, and there’s either memory loss or unwillingness because we are getting nowhere fast.

Half a decade has been wasted.”

The Weekend Sun asked the TCC if and when it would act on the steering group recommendations.

The council says it set up the Tauranga Moana Museum Trust to do the job and “to foster community support, to plan, fund, build and operate a museum”.

But Graeme says the trust isn’t doing its job.

“Instead of progressing the recommendations of the steering group study, it has been looking at alternative sites at the Mount.”

The council says it will “continue to engage with the trust to determine an appropriate way forward”.

But Graeme believes the trust hasn’t delivered and the council needs to set up a trust that will.

But any support for the museum proposal is conditional on “the feasibility and the business case”.

The council committed $100,000 to the trust to assist its resource consent costs. Then it was withdrawn. The trust also asked for another $100,000 for an independent feasibility study and a project development officer. That was declined.

To read more, visit SunLive.co.nz; Search ‘Museum

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‘Brazen’ thieves target tradesmen

Western Bay tradesmen are being warned to secure their vehicles and worksites after a spate of burglaries has seen up to $100,000 worth of tools go missing.

Papamoa Police Sergeant Phil Gillbanks says builders and plumbers have been the main targets, although some other trades have also been affected by the ‘brazen’ thieves who he believes are linked to organised crime or the illegal drug trade.

Everything from tool belts through to high-end power tools have been stolen from a number of sites in and around the Papamoa area, but home appliances such as dishwashers, ovens and stoves which had yet to be installed are also being taken.

Tauranga man dead in hotel

The man found dead in an Auckland hotel on Tuesday after emergency services investigated a toxic smell was named as Mark Lawrence Ivil.

Ivil, who lived in Tauranga before being bailed to Auckland, was found dead after mixed chemicals formed a “toxic gas” in the Grand Chancellor Hotel on Hobson Street.

The 58-year-old had been facing 39 fraud-related charges after being accused of fleecing $4 million of other people’s money last month.

His case, which was originally heard in Tauranga District Court, had been transferred to Auckland.

Suspicious package in Greerton

Emergency services were called to the Post Office in Greerton on Tuesday following the discovery of a suspicious package.

Three fire trucks and one hazmat vehicle raced to the Chadwick Road shop after two members of the public came into contact with a package containing a powdery white substance. They were later decontaminated at the scene.

If yes, then maybe being a police volunteer is something for you.

Police volunteers work alongside police in patrolling the streets of Tauranga and Mount Maunganui.

Senior Constable Ian Searle says the volunteers are about having a presence in the community and being extra eyes and ears for police.

“They don’t get hands on with anything. If they see something suspicious, they will report it to police.”

Ian says police volunteers not only act as a deterrent for the criminal element in town, but also interact with the community and businesses.

“While the current volunteers do a great job, new volunteers would be

welcomed. People wanting to volunteer will be vetted by police before they join the team.”

To find out more, call Ian at Tauranga Police Station on 07 577 4300, drop into the Police Information Centre on Willow Street or email him at ian.searle@police.govt.nz

Ram-raiders take ATM

An ATM machine at Gull in Paengaroa was stolen in a ram-raid during the early hours of Monday morning.

The raid took place at 1.30am when a black Subaru Forester, previously stolen from Rotorua, drove into the front of the building.

“They basically came in, got the ATM and left,” says owner Katrina Green.

“It was bolted to the floor, but those bolts have come out. They just rammed it until it fell over.

It was not nice to wake up to in the night.”

“Seems like they didn’t exactly come home with brain inspiring ideas. They could have learned the same from watching a $2 DVD of the movie ‘Field of Dreams’.

Senior Constable Ian Searle and Constable Erin Senior are looking for volunteers.

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trade with China. This regional freetrade deal is between 12 countries in the Asia-Pacific region, which includes New Zealand, along with United States, Japan, Australia, Brunei, Chile, Malaysia, Peru, Singapore, Vietnam, Mexico and Canada. These countries account for more than 40 per cent of world trade,

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A recent study tour involving ten delegates from SmartGrowth met with state government staff, local government and developers in both Sydney and Brisbane.

Creating reserves, community facilities and retail sites early in the development of growth areas could become the norm if lessons from the tour are implemented.

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and you can be sure that this is likely to increase New Zealand’s trade by at least US$2 billion annually within the next 10 years.

This would equate to a one per cent increase in New Zealand’s GDP. In short, it is substantive.

The nay-sayers complain that the negotiations are secretive, but the reality is that all such trade negotiations are held in secret, but they do have to get ratified by our parliament before the deal can become operational. The fear mongering by the Left is just plain nonsense. Trade negotiator Hon Tim Groser will not be signing any agreement that doesn’t benefit New Zealand – of that you can be sure. And to worry that he would sign away New Zealand’s sovereignty is quite ridiculous.

Negotiations for the TPPA began in 2005 and were supposed to be concluded in 2012. This has been and extremely long and protracted negotiation.

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Steamers lock Shahn Eru paints Tauranga Primary School’s Jessica, 10. Photo by Chris Callinan.

Watch out Hori BOP – there are some new Steamers fans in town this Sunday.

Larger than life Tauranga mascot Terry Leaming will blend in with the Steamers supporters, as the city’s main streets turn blue and gold ahead of the Bay versus Waikato ITM Cup match.

A partnership between Tauranga City Council, Bay of Plenty Rugby Union, Downtown Tauranga and the Waterfront Hospitality Partners, the Fans in Town initiative gives supporters from both teams the chance to dine and be entertained in the Wharf St and The Strand fan zones.

From 11am-2.30pm on August 30, children can get their face painted in their team colours and watch performers from Tauranga Samba, Bay Twisters and a highland band before heading to the Tauranga Domain for the 2.35pm kick-off. Fans are invited back to the fan zones after the game.

Sunday’s televised clash will mark the first provincial rugby match at Tauranga Domain in seven years, with the last ITM Cup fixture against Hawke’s Bay in July 2009.

“It’s obviously been fairly highly promoted and the boys are very excited about playing at Tauranga Domain, particularly with the temporary seating being put up closer to the ground,” says BOP Steamers coach Clayton McMillan.

Steamers finished bottom of the Championship Division in the 2014 campaign, winning just two matches and losing eight.

Their Kaimai neighbours claimed sixth spot in the Premiership Division with a 4-6 record.

Waikato have had a distinct advantage over the Bay side in recent seasons, with the traditional rivals claiming a 29-12 victory at Waikato Stadium and a 28-25 win at ASB Baypark in 2013.

“Every team’s a tough team to beat, but I think I speak on behalf of the Bay when I say Waikato are probably one of our closest neighbours and there’s always been fairly healthy traditional battle,” says Clayton. “Bragging rights are certainly up for grabs.”

The boys in blue and gold head into the game with a strong win on the same pitch during a pre-season match against Manawatu, beating the Turbos 18-0.

“We haven’t played at Tauranga Domain for a long time so for some it will be their first time in the ITM Cup match, and with the expected crowd that we’re anticipating and the vibe around Downtown Tauranga I’m sure it’s all turn into what will be a memorable day,” says Clayton.

Bay of Plenty Volcanix Women’s team will play the Waikato Women’s team in a Women’s National Provincial Championship prior to the 2.35pm kickoff at Tauranga Domain. Find more information at www.tauranga.govt.nz/ITMCup

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Families fishing for funds Wish4Fish founder Bryce Dinneen in front of the boat they charter.

There’s something fishy going on next month, as Wish4Fish’s annual Spring Fishing Competition casts off.

Fishermen – and women – are encouraged to let the salt air whip their faces and the smell of bait up their nostrils on September 4-5 in search of the target species.

Competitors can fish anywhere from beach, boat, wharf and rock, so those who don’t have access to a boat are not restricted to entering and competing.

Fishing commences Friday 9pm until Saturday 4pm.

There are great prizes up for grabs, including first, second and third heaviest and average weight snapper, tarakihi, kahawai, and kingfish.

The prize for the average weight in each category, except for children and kingfish, is $500.

Children aged 12 and younger are invited to drop their lines into the water too, with plenty of spot prizes

up for grabs. Friday night includes quick fire raffles and a bait auction.

Prizegiving on Saturday includes a charity auction, including sports memorabilia, vouchers and more.

Organiser Bryce Dinneen says the fishing competition is all about participation and raising the profile of the charity.

“We are aiming for 200 anglers and are looking for anglers and sponsorship.”

The Wish4Fish Charity Fishing Competition is on September 4-5, with weigh-in from 4pm-5.30pm on Saturday, followed by prize giving at Marble Bar in Gate Pa from 7pm.

Entry is $45 per person, $150 for a team of four or $15 for children.

The early bird prize draw closed on August 21. All funds raised from the event go towards the Wish4Fish Charitable Trust.

To enter, or to sponsor the competition, email bryce@wish4fish. co.nz or pick up an entry form from

By Zoe Hunter Marble Bar, Gate Pa.

Use common sense and we can share the way One of the latest social media debates is whether or not cyclists should be able to cycle along the Pilot Bay boardwalk.

A year or so ago there was debate as to whether cyclists should share the walkway along the foreshore at Otumoetai and a sign was put in place stating ‘Share with Care’.

The key thing for cyclists to remember is to use their bell when approaching pedestrians as it is near impossible, as a walker, to hear a cyclist on concrete.

As a cyclist and walker I believe the key issue is around common sense. The road speed limit at Pilot Bay is 30km/h.

In the middle of winter if there are only one or two people using the boardwalk I do not see an issue in a cyclist going at an appropriate slow speed on the boardwalk and using their bell as a warning device as they approach people.

However, as this boardwalk is well utilised, most of the year it would be inappropriate to cycle on the boardwalk.

We live in a world where there are more and more signs appearing around our cities advising us what to do (or not) as the case may be.

Many of the road signs can be very distracting for motorists.

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Putting pressure on the conglomerates possible. This would inevitably Tauranga Regional Council increase our response time and should exert pressure onto multidecrease the amount of time national oil companies, such as it takes to protect our waters.

Mobil, to purchase and store In May, during my initial clean-up equipment on their meeting with Regional Council own premises, in Tauranga. to discuss the oil spill, they Purchasing and storing the agreed that they need to improve equipment necessary for the their inventory. prompt and most effective They stated that they have a clean-up of oil spills is long list of equipment needed, expensive. If this duty fell onto such as a J-Boom Skimmer and a boat Regional Council it could prove costly to deploy the skimmer. These would to the local rate payer. If oil companies have been particularly useful during purchase and store clean-up equipment this latest oil spill, and would continue on their own premises, we could ensure to be pivotal to fast and effective the equipment needed to clean up clean-up in future. the mess stays as close to the mess as Read this column in full at www.sunlive.co.nz

Bosses to make the big drop Tauranga Mayor Stuart Crosby and The Gym Tauranga director Lindsay Chan. Photo by Tracy Hardy.

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He’s scared of heights, but Lindsay Chan doesn’t mind being dropped off the side of a six-storey city building in the name of charity.

The co-owner of The Gym on First Ave is one of 14 Tauranga bosses and community frontrunners taking part in the ‘Drop Your Boss’ event, in which participants are sent abseiling down the IRD building on Elizabeth St on September 2.

Now in its second year, the event raises funds for Foundation For Youth Development Bay of Plenty to put towards Tauranga children involved in the foundation’s Kiwi Can and Project K programmes.

“I’ve done skydiving but I’ve never abseiled before,” says Lindsay. “But I do like to challenge myself and I’m willing to help anyone out.”

Aside from that, he was sort of pushed into doing it. “It was sprung on me,” says Lindsay, who was nominated by his staff and gym members.

“They were trying to surprise me with the whole

thing but it ended up they needed my signature on a piece of paper, so that’s when it came out of the bag.”

Hearing it was for Kiwi Can and Project K softened the deal for Lindsay, who says FYD regional manager Dan Allen-Gordon has brought children from the Kiwi Can and Project K programmes into The Gym on a few occasions for fun fitness activities.

Tauranga Mayor Stuart Crosby has also put his hand up to abseil off the building. He’s only been abseiling once before “a very long time ago”.

Deputy Mayor Kelvin Clout took the drop for the inaugural event last year as Stuart was overseas.

“I promised them I’d be able to do it this time,” says Stuart. “I’m looking forward to it. It’s a great cause and hopefully we can raise a few dollars.”

FYD regional manager Dan Allen-Gordon says the event raised $25,000 last year. He’s hoping to raise $30,000 this time to aid the growing number of children in the Kiwi Can and Project K programmes.

The Drop Your Boss event is on September 2.

The first drop is at 11am. To donate, visit givealittle. co.nz/event/dropyourbossbop2015

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The common sari is arguably the world’s most fascinating costume. For a start, it dates back to 100BC.

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A sari can measure up to 8m in length and nearly seven million people are still engaged in the traditional handloom manufacture in India. Now the call’s gone out for saris closer to home.

What’s been described as “a Little Yoga Festival like no other” is planned for the Banks Hall and Mauao Performing Arts Centre, as well as several other Mount locations, from Friday, September 18 to Sunday, September 20.

The idea is to decorate the Performing Arts Centre with more than 50 colourful saris to create what organiser Emily Mowbray-Marks hopes will be a “brilliant visual feast”.

So if there’s a spare sari in the closet you could drop it off at Sam’s Dairy on Tilby Drive, Matua or at the dairy near Astrolabe Brew Bar in Mt Maunganui.

The event will carry you to other lands and other cultures. There will be a collection of yoga forms, more than 20 types including traditional and more radical such as acro-yoga, a blend of yoga and acrobatics which has its roots in the circus.

The three day Little Yoga Festival will also feature dance, chants, satsang, which is explained as “a gathering together for the truth”, song, drumming , massage and meditation.

For more information go to www.littleyogafestival.com Emily Mowbray-Marks is looking for more saris. or contact Emily at wildandgrace@gmail.com

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The Vital Signs community study, conducted by Acorn Foundation this year, has been instrumental in guiding Acorn’s decisions around where the 2015 funds should go.

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Kieran’s lifting his game for Vancouver It was a huge sacrifice, but it’s led to a national championship in powerlifting for Kieran Mischewski.

Kieran, who turns 40 this year, is the current New Zealand 93kg master 1 national champion and he holds the NZ deadlift record with a 245kg pull.

He trains at home, in the garage, with mostly homemade gear. Why? So he can spend time with his family.

“I started off doing cycling and marathons, then I did an Ironman.

Training for these sports sucks up hours and hours of time away from the family,” says Kieran. “So after the NZ Ironman in 2008 I decided that longdistance sports took too much of a toll on my family.

“I started doing CrossFit from home. Then I progressed to moving weights around in the garage.

“I worked out in our garage because it’s closer to home and takes up a lot less time.”

His homemade gym is a pretty basic set up, with a squat rack consisting of a couple of fence posts and some concrete buckets, a bench he made out of some old framing wood that was lying around, and a bunch of weights he’s accumulated over time.

“It works,” says the self-taught powerlifter.

It sure does, because Kieran has broken two records since his first competition in 2013.

“I’m a master’s lifter but at the regional champs I competed in the open class against 20-yearolds and came second.

“I thought I’d try to win the national champs in my actual class and I won the squat, the bench and the deadlift and broke the NZ deadlift record twice along the way.”

“I’ve always been interested in competing, I’ve always had that sort of drive,” says Kieran. “It’s taken me a few years to find the one thing that I’m pretty good at.”

The father-of-three has picked up a bit of training along the way with online powerlifting coach Pete Rubish, but Kieran likes to be his own teacher.

“It’s more convenient for me. I get home from work, spend some time with the kids and get them settled before I get down to the garage about 8.30pm-9pm to train.”

Kieran is currently training for the 2015 Commonwealth Championships in Vancouver on November 30-December 6.

“The family’s pretty excited about it,” he says.

“I think the kids like the idea of having a strong dad.”

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Going yellow for Cancer Society To help the Cancer Society with its fundraising efforts, ANZ has committed to raise $1 million nationwide with a series of events planned in each region.

ANZ on Cameron Road is hoping to raise more than $50,000 by completing 1000km around the base track of Mount Maunganui on Friday, August 28.

“We will have teams of 10 running and walking until they have covered 1000km”, says ANZ relationship associate Taj Aujla.

“We will begin at 10am. There will also be a fundraiser BBQ and hot drinks to keep the winter chills at bay.”

The funds raised will be given to the Cancer Society where they will be used towards vital scientific research, support services, health promotion and education programmes to reduce cancer risk, awareness campaigns and programmes for people affected with cancer.

Meanwhile at Papamoa ANZ, a Champagne breakfast is being held at Rain Bar. Through 100 tickets sold to the breakfast, and by obtaining great donations from local business’s to either raffle or auction off on the day, they are raising funds for the Cancer Society.

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Council buildings to go under (sledge) hammer?

City councillors have committed to a planning approach to decide the future of the leaky moldy council HQ this week.

Most of the nearly 400 council staff were evacuated as soon as the toxic stachybotrys mold was confirmed in December 2014, and are now housed in rented offices about the city.

The investigations since have found that the problem is not an easy or cheap fix, and that knocking the existing buildings down and rebuilding them is a real option.

What the councillors decided is how those decisions will be approached and made. It’s adopted the Better Business Case, a NZ Treasury business case philosophy that provides structure and transparency.

“The idea is to go from a large number of options to a preferred one, and to take it through a rigorous process to do so,” says project business case consultant Edward Guy. The programme business case is a way of sorting through a project with a large number of elements, such as the civic centre project and whether it gets repaired, knocked down, and rebuilt, and where and what is included in that process. Other items outside the current council precinct

could be included as well, or the options may not survive the process.

“That will be sufficient enough to make an amendment to the long-term plan and from there each one of those initiatives may need separate business cases on their own,” says Edward.

“It is quite complex.”

The programme business case examines each option with three tests: Is it commercially viable? Is it affordable with present funding? And is it achievable and can the council successfully deliver it?

Councillors voted with little discussion. Councillor John Robson says he’s comfortable with the approach to what is a very complex project.

“It’s a way of working that might be standard operating procedure for other organisations, but I believe it is a step up for us in terms of how we are looking at this project,” says John.

“I believe it is a very good starting point for probably what is the biggest project this council will undertake in the next few years.” By Andrew Campbell

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Love song for the ‘Home of the Blues’ It’s been a decade since Hurricane Katrina ravaged New Orleans, killing thousands and leaving countless more people homeless with nowhere to go.

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This is Kokomo’s first studio recording of ‘Home of the Blues’ and was captured at Boatshed Studio in Whakamarama, with mastering done by Tim Julian of Welcome Bay’s The Colour Field Studios.

The accompanying video was created by Kokomo’s manager and photographer Colin Lunt.

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Facing adversity and challenges We all face difficult or challenging situations, but sometimes it’s good to have a helping hand or a reassuring pat on the back to point us in the right direction.

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Waipuna Hospice fundraising manager Trish Rae says the hospice aim to put on a variety of events, and feel Rachel’s presentation would be particularly poignant.

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To commemorate the tragic events of August 29, 2005, Tauranga band Kokomo have re-recorded their song ‘Home of the Blues’, which was written in the aftermath of Katrina.

“It was very much taken straight from what we saw on television,” remembers Derek. “We sat about watching with horror because New Orleans, being the birthplace for a lot of the music Kokomo plays, has a huge significance for the guys in the band.

“It still seems astonishing that it was 10 years ago, but we felt it was a good reason to do a studio recording of the song to commemorate Hurricane Katrina and the lives lost, and to let people know it

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Books for blokes an important tool Pictures speak a thousand words.

In this case, pictures from recycled magazines are helping spark many stories among men in Tauranga rest homes.

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Altrusa International of Tauranga has been busy cutting motorbikes, cars and tools out of old weeklies to make books called ‘Bloke’s Stuff ’ for diversional therapists to read to rest home residents.

Each book has 12 double-sided A4 pages full of brightly coloured pictures, covering all manner of men’s topics. They’re laminated for easy care, in case somebody accidentally spills their cup of tea.

Denise Bean, who’s on the literacy committee, says the idea started as a book for dementia patients to trigger emotions and memories – and the feedback is, blokes love it.

“It’s another activity tool that they can use. Whether we can read or not everybody likes nice pictures that they can relate to, and it keeps that brain active.”

They’ve made about 20 books so far, which are on many coffee tables, in many bookshelves, at many different rest homes throughout the city.

Denise says they’re running low on pictures for the fellas though, because men’s mags are hard to find apparently.

“There’s load of pictures for women because there’s load of women’s magazine, but for men it’s not the same.”

Altrusa International in Tauranga is a women’s service group

of about 20 ladies with an aim to make a difference in people’s lives. That’s what these book are for.

“Our aim is to get them in as many rest homes as possible,” says Denise.

Don’t worry ladies, there’s books for women too called ‘Girl’s Stuff ’ and there’s talk of a book for mixed gender too.

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Te Puke artists on display in exhibition A self-taught artist with a passion for realistic landscapes will feature in a new exhibition being presented by the Te Puke Art Society next week.

As part of the upcoming Talent and Taste of Te Puke Festival, Steven Clark and his fellow society members will display their works at Constables Gallery on August 28-29.

President Necia McKinley says the society is thrilled to showcase Steven in the exhibition.

“He is a brilliant artist,” says Necia. “His technique and ability is amazing, especially considering that he is self-taught. Te Puke is lucky to have him and the exhibition will be a must see.”

A Rotorua-native, Steven was previously based on Waiheke Island before moving to Te Puke in 2011. He was introduced to art

during high school and has now been painting since 1987.

Necia says Steven works with acrylics paints and has a passion for realism, specialising in landscapes, seascapes, boats and flowers.

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Power cut ‘catastrophe’ to be avoided A power cut to 10,000 households in Tauranga, caused by a wayward cat, is unlikely to be repeated with an upgrade of the affected substation underway.

The $1.9 million upgrade, which was planned prior to the incident, will see electrical equipment modernised and switchgear housed indoors.

The installation is to reinforce and bolster the Otumoetai supply, enhancing the amenity of the area.

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The Te Puke Art Society Exhibition is on display at Constables Gallery from Friday, August 28 (9am-6pm) and Saturday, August 29 (9am- 2pm).

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“I really enjoy working in a hardworking team in an energetic atmosphere,” she says.

“We are a team that are here to help and we have such an amazing boss who offers a calm but vibrant workplace – it’s hard not to enjoy what we do!”

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Papamoa in headlines As work at Papamoa Plaza starts hitting a few critical dates with flooring, new fit-outs and extensive façade changes, it is important to put the changes into context.

Papamoa retail has certainly ‘come of age’ in recent months. Ernest Rutherford put it best when he mused “... we don’t have the money, so we will have to do this smarter...”, or words to that effect.

After extensive community consultation, a new design for Papamoa Plaza was struck upon, Papamoa Unlimited was formed to organise and run a series of key events that are set to become icon events for our rapidly growing slice of paradise.

Growing pains are expected when unplanned growth cannot keep up with demand, and

although Papamoa is one of the fastest growing areas in New Zealand, it is a testament to local property developers, TCC and local businesses to keep these pains to a minimum.

Exciting residential and retail growth in Papamoa moving at great pace does not happen by chance and involves a large number of ‘stars to align’.

Careful planning mixed with a healthy dose of optimism has created an environment for new roading, expanding residential growth and coordinated retail and event management to take hold. This is why we love being here!

Fill your boots! Inaugural car sale coming Gate Pa is hosting its firstever monthly Car Boot Market next month.

On September 5, community initiative Community Hope Innovation Restoration and Participation, or CHIRP, is inviting the public to be part of the first free monthly buy, sell, swap event at Lifechurch opposite Tauranga Girls’ College.

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Our very own slice of paradise, with much to explore It’s easy to see why Mount Maunganui was named as New Zealand’s Best Beach in the 2015 Trip Advisor Traveller’s Choice Awards.

Right on our backdoor step (literally, for some lucky residents!) is the white sandy shores, the desirable crystal clear waters and a plethora of high intensity and daily strolls around Mauao itself.

So as spring approaches and the evenings start to get longer, The Weekend Sun looks at our top five ways to enjoy this award-winning natural attraction.

1) Walk up the Mount This vertical challenge is there to be conquered.

Although having endured several major slips over the past few years due to heavy rainfall, there’s plenty of options for families, active adventurers and even mountain climbers.

The base track is 3.4km and takes about 45 minutes to walk around. It’s perfect for a light walk or jog, or an evening stroll to catch the last rays of the sunset after work. It’s also suitable for most strollers and wheelchairs.

Those looking for a challenge can head upwards to the summit, and there are two tracks recommended: Oruahine and Waikorire. The summit is 232m high and it takes about 40 minutes to get to the top (but it’s worth it).

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Owner Neale Morris says the company offers the best deals at great prices, and as a mechanic by trade, he ensures that all vehicles on site are up to scratch.

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Made to move: A mobile home away from home It’s been a busy winter for the team at Country Caravans and Motorhomes, and as we roll into spring things don’t look like they are going to quieten down, says sales manager Paul Sines.

“This weekend sees our Spring into Summer event, where we will be showcasing a wide range of new and used caravans and motorhomes to suit all tastes and budgets.

“Many vehicles have been reduced, especially for the event and sale pricing will only apply to deals agreed over this weekend. So if you are looking for your perfect RV for the forthcoming season call into the dealership at 96 Hewletts Road Mount Maunganui where you will be assured of a warm welcome and a great range to choose from.”

The summer will see the launch of an exciting new range of caravans exclusively available from Country Caravans.

The Lifestyle range are built by the Swift Group in the UK and will feature a range of layouts specifically chosen for those customers looking for a well-equipped, easy to tow caravan at value for money pricing.

The Lifestyle range complements the already popular Sovereign range, launched in 2014. Now with eight exclusive models in the line-up, the team at Country Caravans are excited to bring these

quality caravans to New Zealand. Not forgetting locally built products, Country Caravans are also delighted to announce their appointment as dealers for the new Zephyr range of caravans, which are built

by Hamilton-based manufacturer Leisure Line and are due to be launched at the forthcoming Great New Zealand Outdoor and Leisure show at ASB Baypark arena in September.

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Figures released last week show that a record three million visitors came to New Zealand in the past year, a seven per cent increase on the previous 12 months. These visitors spent a total of $8.7 billion.

Tourism is our second-largest

export earner and is directly responsible for 94,100 jobs, so the fact that the industry is strong and continuing to grow means a boost to the economy, creating more jobs and opportunities for New Zealanders.

Locally, we can see some of this activity reflected in the cruise ships that stop at Pilot Bay. The Cruise New Zealand summary report for

the 2014-15 season shows that $35 million was added to the Bay of Plenty economy.

This is forecast to increase about 15 per cent over the next two years to more than $40 million.

We are also doing a better job of keeping passengers in the Bay and spending their money in local stores, rather than travelling out of the region.

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Daffodil Day WORRIED ABOUT A MOLE

Love the skin your in It is a fact that melanoma and other skin cancers are much more easily and completely treated if they are found when they are very small and very early.

A full skin examination with a person suitably qualified to check for skin cancers is important at any time of year.

A winter check makes sense because it gives time for treatment before we start shedding winter clothes and before the sun gets more intense.

Many melanomas start as slightly different looking moles and at that point are quite superficial. These are called melanomain-situ and are cured by simple removal of the mole.

Some other small skin cancers may not have shown the usual signs of irritation or bleeding but can be found by a full skin cancer check.

Many people just do not know they have these skin cancers so early detection makes for easier treatment, and saves lives.

Give the team at MoleMedic a call to discuss your skin today.

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It is important to remember that not all skin cancers are the same and every patient is unique.

The specialist you’ll see at the Skin Centre will discuss what treatment options are available for the type of skin cancer you have, and advise which treatment is best for you.

Mohs Micrographic Surgery is an advanced treatment for facial skin cancer and offers both the greatest potential for cure, as well as the optimal cosmetic result. Mohs is not necessary for all types of skin cancer; its use is reserved for the treatment of skin cancers on the face and neck.

No guesswork

The power of the Mohs procedure comes from its ability to remove the guesswork and uncertainty, even those cancers that have been previously treated unsuccessfully.

The key element in this procedure is that the entire surgical margin can be examined as opposed to a

fraction of this, which occurs with standard surgery.

The dermatologist not only removes the tumour in such a way that 100 per cent of the tissue edges can be examined, but is also responsible for examining the pathological specimens meticulously.

Retain healthy tissue

Using the Mohs technique, dermatologists can see beyond the visible extent of a tumour, and precisely identify and remove the entire tumour leaving the healthy tissue unharmed. The Mohs procedure is most commonly used to treat two of the most common types of skin cancer, basal cell and squamous cell carcinoma, but it can also be used to treat melanoma and other rarer types of skin cancer.

When choosing a surgeon for your Mohs procedure, look no further than the Fellowship trained skin cancer and reconstructive surgeons at the Skin Centre. Drs Paul Salmon and Neil Mortimer are two industry leaders in this field and are dedicated to achieving the best possible results for their clients.

Supporting survivors: A mini retreat to restore Sue Furey and Brigid Macalister are running another mini retreat for women treating or surviving cancer on Saturday, September 26 from 11am-4pm at Tauranga Yoga Centre.

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Daffodil Day

Daffodils, goodwill and willing hands About 1468 bunches of daffodils, 30 daffodils to a bunch, and $35 dollars for a bunch. It’s a day of numbers, logistics and hope.

Hope for the 60 New Zealanders who today, and every day, learn they have cancer.

And by now you will have bought a daffodil, if not a bunch of daffodils or a small yellow button hole, for a donation to mark Daffodil Day, the Cancer Society’s most important fundraising and awareness day.

“It’s a massive operation,” says communications manager for the Waikato/ Bay of Plenty Cancer Society Maria Low. “Preparations began two months ago and involved hundreds of people and volunteers.”

And tonight, when numbers are crunched, the region will have injected another $700,000 into crucial cancer research and support services.

In a Cameron Road church hall earlier this week, there was a lot of goodwill and many willing hands.

A crew from the Harbour City Lions Club was “bunching” – turning 44,040 individual daffodils from Gordonton into saleable bouquets.

Earlier still, another group of volunteers and students, doing a contact centre course in Hamilton, cold-called nearly every business in Tauranga and Mt Maunganui to pre-sell the flowers.

“A lot of businesses and many, many phone calls over two weeks,” says Maria.

It doesn’t necessarily translate to

a bunch a business, but nearly 1500 bunches were sold.

And when the bunching was done, the Harbour City Lions handed the flowers

over to more volunteers from Tauranga Taxis, the BOP Vintage Car Club, civil defence and Countdown supermarket managers for delivery.

“No way could we do this without volunteers,” says Maria.

Last year, 160,000 daffodils were supplied to the overall Waikato/ Bay division of the Cancer Society for their annual fundraiser.

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Heart attack: ‘Not an old man’s disease’ Ronnie Daines loves to garden – it’s her green fingers that help keep her active. While it’s a weekend chore that some might take for granted, the exercise Ronnie gets from working in the garden is a very important aspect in her life after suffering a heart attack at age 29.

Her story is one with a message: heart attacks can strike anyone, at any age.

A ‘she’ll be right’ attitude and concerns about the cost of an ambulance are among the reasons Kiwis delay calling for help when they have symptoms of a heart attack.

New research from the Heart Foundation has found Kiwis are not taking heart attack symptoms seriously.

To combat these findings, the Heart Foundation has launched its largest

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ever public awareness campaign to educate people how to recognise the typical symptoms of a heart attack and to respond urgently.

Tauranga woman Ronnie was one year away from her 30th birthday when she experienced one.

“I was a smoker at the time and overweight,” says the now 47-yearold. “I had a cup of tea and my first couple of puffs on my smoke and that was it. I thought I was having an asthma attack.

“The back of my shoulders were sore and I wasn’t really out of breath. I don’t know how to describe it.” But the pain moved from her back to her chest, so Ronnie drove herself to the Accident and Healthcare medical

clinic on Second Ave, claiming she was having an asthma attack.

Driving isn’t recommended when having a heart attack, but Ronnie wasn’t aware she was having one.

“They told me to lay down on my back and I couldn’t. It hurt when I was starting to lie down.

I went into a bit of a panic.”

Ronnie wasn’t suffering an asthma attack, but a heart attack.

“I found out it’s hereditary it runs in the family,” she adds. “My dad had just had one and he had pain down his arms and tingly fingers.

I didn’t realise that females can be different from males. Mum had one at age 60 and her brother had one at age 45.”

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Ronnie Daines is glad to put her health issues behind her, to spend more time in the garden.

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has changed her diet and makes a point to exercise, saying goodbye to her 113kg-self and hello to a healthy 65kg in just one year.

Her weight fluctuates due to her endometriosis and cysts, which bloat her, but she maintains a healthy diet and goes to the gym every day.

“After a heart attack you reboot your life. If you have any kind of chest pain or any symptoms, get it checked. Try to stay healthy and exercise.”

Heart Foundation Tauranga heart health advocate Sandy Ritchie says people so often blame unusual feelings in the chest on indigestion, muscle strain, and, in this case, asthma – rather than getting it checked.

“This is why the message is so important. The perception is heart attacks are an ‘old man’s disease’, but they can actually strike anyone at any age, male or female.”

Sandy says 29-years-old is a young age for someone to have a heart attack, but she’s dealt with people aged 24, 34, 40 and 43.

For more information, or to donate, visit the website: www.heartfoundation.org.nz

Stress less for a healthier lifestyle If you are a regular reader of this column you will know that I’m big on stress management.

Often it takes a while to find exactly what your stress management strategy will be.

What I find relaxing and that disconnects me from ‘all the things in my head’ may be something that you think is absolutely absurd.

Stress management strategies need to be what works for you.

We often recommend yoga, which has many proven benefits both mentally and physically. But if yoga isn’t your thing, then we don’t expect you to force yourself to do it. Finding what is right for you is key. Meditation, exercise,

gardening, breathing techniques and tai chi are examples that can be woven into your weekly routine.

If you’re having trouble finding something that resonates with you, perhaps you should think a bit left field and try mindful colouring.

I’m talking about colouring-in books for adults. Mindful colouring is not new; art therapy has been used for years in psychology. Colouring-in is an exercise in mindfulness, and can be calming and meditative.

It is an active meditation, focusing attention on simple tasks

that require repetition.

Concentrating this way is thought to replace negative thoughts and create a state of peace. Many people who find concentrative meditation difficult can find active meditative easier. Colouring-in also opens up your creative self and is a great balance for people who spend much of their time in an analytical head-space.

I recommend you give it a go. Not only will you be stress managing, but you might even create yourself something of beauty to adorn a wall or two at home.

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Helping stubborn health problems Last week I wrote of the importance of getting doses from supplements at levels that actually help. I will often see products advertised to include some ingredient.

You then read the fine print and find it is insufficient really to do anything.

Earlier on this year I was approached to help a woman in her late seventies and son in his fifties. Her main problem was long-term hip pain from arthritis. She also had low energy.

We put her on therapeutic levels of magnesium, fish oil, a good multi-antioxidant/mineral/ vitamin and my joint formula.

Her hip pain has now almost completely gone. The bonus has been that her energy has returned despite her advancing years.

Her son in his fifties had a longterm skin problem diagnosed as dermatitis. He had been treated by his GP, but the problem remained, especially in winter.

Rather than trying to treat his

skin problem, my focus was to improve his immune system.

We put him on high doses of vitamin D to help improve his immune response.

Given his skin was worse in winter it suggested this may play a role.

Low vitamin D weakens our immunity while higher levels improve immune response. We started him on 5000IU daily for a month, then reduced to a maintenance level. This rapidly lifted vitamin D and I am sure this played a big role in his improvement.

We also put him on good fish

oil (6000mg daily) and a multi mineral/antioxidant complex as trace elements are essential for immune function. As a result the skin problem he has had for most of his life is almost gone.

He has noticed an improvement in wellbeing and energy.

Give me a call if you need more information.

Join my full weekly newsletter at www. abundant.co.nz John Arts is a qualified nutritional medicine practitioner and founder of Abundant Health. Contact John on 0800 423 559.

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Feeling good – whatever the weather brings ‘Tis the season when the cold winter wind dries up our skin and hair.

We women like to look and feel good whatever the weather. So how do we make our skin feel soft and supple like it is in summer? And how do we care for our hair in the winter season?

For a fresh face during winter, opt for an oil-based moisturiser.

The oil forms a protective layer on the skin and helps to retain the moisture in the face.

Moisturise the face and body several times a day. Body lotions including avocado, primrose, almond, tea tree or mineral oils are great for the skin during cold days and nights.

You may not think so, but the winter sun can also

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damage the skin. So slap on some sunscreen when you step outside to brave the cold.

To avoid the skin on your hands cracking, moisturise them daily and cover them up with mittens.

Due to the bitter, dry and freezing cold winter weather, it can be tricky to maintain sleek, glossy hair.

It normally turns frizzy and our scalp becomes dry. To avoid dandruff, try massaging hot oil and lemon through the roots at least once a week.

As cold as it is, also try turning the shower down a bit. Hot water can dry the hair out, lukewarm water is best.

To avoid dreaded split ends, try to cover up your locks with a beanie to protect the ends from the dry winter wind.

Whatever you do, don’t forget to keep yourself hydrated with plenty of water.

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Beyond the books: Teaching the importance of giving back Teaching children about the joy of service is one of the most important lessons a community can offer.

Service is about giving back.

It’s about thinking beyond your everyday circle and widening your world view. As an educator, I believe that service is a value which schools should be embracing.

To teach children the value of service is to give them a gift which will be a lifelong benefit to them. Children love to help.

At ACG Tauranga service to others is extremely important to us. We want our students to understand that it’s

important to be part of the community and to help others. The best way to do that is to find something we are passionate about.

Our students and their families have made an ongoing commitment to support the Assistance Dogs New Zealand Trust (ADNZ), which provides specially trained assistance dogs to enrich the lives of adults and children with disabilities as diverse as autism, diabetes or cerebral palsy.

The students have really bought into the cause. They know that these very clever dogs help children who are just like them, but have some

extra challenges to overcome.

The students are sponsoring two puppies and even got to choose their names.

Wendy from ADNZ regularly visits the school with the dogs, and the students are enjoying building a relationship with the organisation.

In the process, they’re learning about kids with disabilities such as autism and diabetes, and how their lives are made easier by an assistance dog.

Service isn’t just something we teach children at school. Think about ways in which you can help instil this value in your children in your own community – whether that’s by visiting a local retirement home, or taking a meal to a new neighbour.

Your child, and community, will thank you for it.

Giving our kids the best through play A publication recently posed the question, “Do our kids get the best care?”

what is happening and how to feel and react.

Young children are encouraged to explore using a wide range of natural materials that ignite the imagination, encourage Citing a report into early childhood self-initiated, self-paced investigation education, it stated that half of New and child-lead play.

Zealand providers aren’t doing enough to Warm and responsive relationships are help babies and toddlers learn. Auckland also a key component to enriching the researcher Jean Rockel is quoted as saying, experience of infants and young children.

“The best early childhood care is not just Teachers, tune in to the verbal and nonbabysitting” – how true that is. verbal cues, and support them to challenge The years of infancy and toddlerhood are themselves, investigate and explore. a time of rapid development and change, The curriculum for young children is yet many underestimate the focused on child-lead interests. capacity of these young From stacking and posting children to learn. or tipping and pouring, At The Village, even through to developing our youngest children self-help and self-care are encouraged to skills, young children are learn. Infant teachers viewed as competent use language rich and capable. care times to They are immersed increase the in language and child’s level of provided with understanding Natural materials for materials and and support investigation and play. activities to build them to know upon these skills. themselves,

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A keen team who will put in the ground work Signature Homes’ Bay of Plenty team are proving unbeatable in client satisfaction, scooping their eighth consecutive Customer Satisfaction Award at the recent Signature Homes National Conference.

They also reigned supreme by winning the prestigious Franchise of the Year award – the fifth for owners Craig and Debbie Williams in seven years.

For the team at Signature Homes, these awards are an endorsement of their pride and commitment in high-quality residential building – not only to meet, but often to exceed customer expectations.

Director Debbie says it’s a reflection

of their hard-working team who are dedicated to the same goal: providing their clients outstanding service and their dream home.

“From design and consultation, through to construction, our officebased team and the contractors we use out in the field are all driven by the same goal,” says Debbie.

Despite being extremely busy over the last six months, which Debbie says brings its own challenges, having successful systems in place

is the key to making a build as easy as possible.

“Building a home is a long process that can be challenging and it’s often the biggest investment people will make. But it’s our job to make it fun and rewarding, and when we hand over the keys ensure clients are totally satisfied.

“It is great on one hand to receive an award which recognises building excellence from within the industry, but there is no better accolade

for success, than when our customers openly express their satisfaction in writing as testimony to their pleasure in our close working relationship and the final results.”

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home owners or interested residents to visit their show homes and meet the award-winning team. Show homes are located in The Lakes, Coast Papamoa and at their offices on the corner of 16th Avenue and Fraser Street.

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Building code to be better accessed online the industry shift from paper-oriented systems to the web. The new service will be accessible from a computer, smart phone or tablet.”

The project is being led by the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment, BRANZ and Standards New Zealand and is supported by a range of other industry organisations, including the New Zealand Institute of Architects, Architectural Designers New Zealand, the Building Officials Institute of New Zealand, the Institution of Professional Engineers, Registered Master Builders and Certified Builders Association New Zealand.

“The portal is expected to be up and running by late 2016. The building and construction sector is on the cusp of unprecedented levels of sector growth in coming years, and this project is about the Government ensuring the right tools are in place to meet the demand,” says Nick.

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“The first milestone in this project was marked with the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment issuing a Request for Proposal from IT companies to develop the portal.

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Don’t let hot property land you in hot water In Tauranga’s buoyant property market, where houses are reportedly selling by email, it is important to remember not to throw caution to the wind.

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Buying a house is a big investment.

For many the biggest investment they will make in their lives, so due diligence is important.

In your haste to buy the house of your dreams, don’t neglect the basic checks: 1) Have your lawyer check the Certificate of Title.

2) Make sure you have your finance approved in writing from the bank.

3) Consider obtaining a building report to have an expert identify any defects or visible flaws with the property.

4) Consider obtaining a Land Information Memorandum (LIM) report and/or the property file from the council, which shows property details such as plumbing, drainage,

When the market is good people sometimes take bigger risks than they would normally because they are scared of missing out. Always do your checks and contact your lawyer for sound legal advice, to avoid emotional and financial stress further down the line.

Neutral shades proving popular in builds When it comes to painting the home, colour can do wonders for your painting project and really bring out its best. But what colours do you chose for the home exterior? What’s trending?

Resene Tauranga’s Bay of Plenty colour consultant Michelle Aschoff says most people are opting for whites and neutral tones because they’re planning on having the colours last a long time.

But to jazz it up a bit, homeowners are choosing to use some of the ‘fashion colours’ on smaller spaces.

“Maybe it might be a front door or something as small as a pot outside the front,” says Michelle.

Historically in New Zealand, exterior lighting has been nothing more sophisticated than a couple of mock coach lanterns on either side of the front door. However, we are developing.

Lighting is a powerful medium with three main objectives – safety, security and ambience.

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The colour palette can change from region to region, where there’s often slight variations in colour preferences.

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For example, homeowners in the subtropical north may favour a cool palette, while those in colder climes may opt for warmer tones.

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an understated natural feel.

They talk about ‘washing’ plants, pathways, sculptures and features with soft dramatic highlights.

That should give you the feel.

You don’t want to be drowned in light. Excessive amounts, too much brightness , makes it hard to see the surrounding environment.

The lighting engineers try to

highlight the standout features, downplay the lesser ones, while at the same time minimising the light source itself and maximising the effect.

It’s a science of light and shade.

Lighting some areas of interest and leaving others in shadow creates depth, dimension and drama.

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Easy, do-it-yourself ventilation at low cost A change in the weather can mean added humidity and moisture in the air, as the rain increases but the temperature follows suit.

Home ventilation systems typically comprise of an above-the-ceiling-roofcavity, centrally mounted fan, which distributes drier filtered air from the roof cavity into bedrooms and living rooms via a network of ducting and typically installed by a specialist. Depending on the number of room outlets, ducted systems can cost anywhere from $2000 to $6000 installed.

The Unovent DIY home ventilation moisture reduction system comprises of a number of individual ductless outlets into the rooms, each with their own fan and washable filter. It is all connected to a simple low voltage supply using lightweight cabling from one unit to the next, then to the next, and so on.

So how does Unovent work? The system pulls dry air from the roof cavity which is mixed with the wetter air in the home living spaces, reducing the moisture content by pressurising each room, causing sufficient air changes to reduce the moisture content.

It also reduces window condensation and the amount of moisture absorbed

into wall coverings, drapes and carpets, which can lead to mold and mildew, key triggers for asthma and allergies.

An average sized Kiwi three bedroom home with one living room would require four Unovent outlets mounted in the ceiling at a starting DIY price from $1369.

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Increased demand for better budgeting There’s a growing demand for financial advice from wage earners in Tauranga, so the Tauranga Budget Advisory Service has answered that call.

The service is launching a midweek clinic next week in conjunction with Money Week.

It’s being driven by demand according to service manager Diane Bruin.

Currently the service runs a number of community clinics for families during the day.

“But it’s wage earners and students who are really struggling and we want to focus on them.

We have noticed an upsurge in the number of people wanting to see our budgeters outside normal office hours.”

They wanted to provide a safe and secure environment at a convenient time outside work hours where people could access

the services full range of facilities.

The first clinic will be next Wednesday from 3.30pm to 6.30pm, then weekly after that. Clients can book for an hour-long appointment with a budgeter on 07 578 0969 txt 021 0817 7107 or drop in to Level 5 at the Bay of Plenty’s Polytechnic, Bongard Centre at 200 Cameron Road.

The service will also be available to students. “We all know about poor students,” says Diane.

“We will help them make better financial decisions, work with them where there is hardship and equip them for managing their money in the future.”

Free budgeting course offered for Money Week Tuesday night for the first three Many Kiwis walk a weeks of September. financial tightrope from During these three nights, short one more payday to the next.

DVD presentations teach how to For information, case studies manage money more effectively It can be a scary and testimonials. by budgeting, cutting costs, place to live. and increasing income. Brief Next week is Money Week, and to celebrate Christians Against Poverty are running a free seminar, CAP Money Course.

It teaches simple, practical ways to budget, get out of debt and start saving money. It runs each

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interviews with people whose lives have been changed through using this system keep the Kiwimade DVDs of high interest.

Time is allocated for practical help building a budget, and excellent tools on the CAP

money website are unlocked for participants to use.

The course starts on Tuesday September 1 at 7pm, at the Mount Baptist Church on the corner of Tui Street and Ranch Road.

Book a place by phoning Jenny on 07 578 1904. Two other CAP money courses are happening in different Tauranga locations; for details check the website, www.capnz.org and click on ‘Get Help’.

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For many of us wastrels, the words saving, fun and money don’t sit comfortably in one sentence.

But Shammika Munugoda makes it work.

The fin-tech start up CEO says there are a number of practices you can put into play that will put more money in your bank account and it will also be fun getting it there.

His business is helping people track and manage their personal finances. Here’s some pointers: He collects money; just $5 notes. Every time he comes across a $5 note he hangs onto it and fights the urge to spend it. Every six months he deposits his collection of notes into his bank account.

He reckons banking hundreds of dollars beats saving stamps or bird watching. And there’s immense satisfaction knowing the money is representative of his personal discipline.

He also believes you can save by making subtle lifestyle changes, simple healthy choices. Yes, we can spend money on organic food, personal trainers and gym memberships, but you are probably already spending money on cigarettes, beer, and processed foods. Stop, think, save.

He suggests cooking for yourself and buying bulk.

Bulk means you can afford quality and get more bang for your bucks. The budget will remain intact and the tastebuds will thank you.

Set your own financial milestones – not unattainable goals such as being a millionaire in 30 days or saving $10 because that doesn’t make a difference.

Set a goal, give yourself 30 or 80 days and track your progress. Saving is important, but not easy, says Shammika. However, these tips might make your account bigger and life happier.

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MONEY WEEK

Friday 28 August 2015

IN DEBT?

NZSA supports informed investment With low interest rates and inflation, selecting the correct balance of investments is more important than ever.

The NZ Shareholders Association is once again facilitating seminars during Money Week, helping people gain the knowledge and confidence to address their financial future.

“Many people are fearful of doing the wrong thing and consequently do nothing to provide adequately for their retirement,” says NZSA chairman John Hawkins.

Many people like bricks and mortar investments, such as rental housing, but outside of Auckland and Christchurch growth has been muted.

Dealing with tenants, who

do not always respect your property is another challenge.

However, there are other ways to gain exposure to the property market plus a diverse range of other sectors via investments in stocks and bonds, as well

as conservative fixed interest products. Each has its advantages and disadvantages, and this is where the NZSA Money Week seminars will empower people to make appropriate choices.

“The NZSA is an independent organisation set up to empower retail investors,” says John.

“We are active at company, regulatory and government levels, keeping people honest by encouraging best practise and providing input which has steadily improved the quality of the investing environment.

We aim to give members the information and tools to be successful.”

One of six branches across the country, Bay of Plenty offers a widely varied program including top flight corporate guest speakers who would Craig Stent is one of the guest speakers not normally be accessible to at the event. individuals, and the chance

Get saving savvy with seminars You’re thinking of buying your first home and don’t know where to start when it comes to Kiwisaver. Or, perhaps you want to know how Kiwisaver can work for your retirement and what your options are.

Money Week is a nationwide initiative designed to get New Zealanders talking about money, and as such two lunchtime seminars are being held at Tauranga Central Library to help answer your burning money questions.

The first is ‘Get your Kiwisaver Fighting Fit’ with local author Stephen Parr on Wednesday, September 2 at 12.30-1.30pm, followed by ‘Give Yourself a Pay Rise’ with Debbie from Tauranga Budget Advisory Service on Friday September 4 at the same time.

Stephen says many Kiwis are turning off Kiwisaver because of the government funded $1000 kick-start payment. But don’t be discouraged – there are

still many great benefits.

“I’m addressing the recent changes, particularly the loss of the $1000 carrot. One of my concerns is it may slow down the intake of new people coming in, which would be a great shame because Kiwisaver is one of the best pathways to personal wealth.”

The other advantage in Stephen’s eyes is education, particularly in investment markets.

“When I ask people where they would choose to invest, they say, ‘Not in a share market’ but a lot of people don’t realise if you are part of Kiwisaver with a balance fund, you are investing in the share market so after I have talked to them, they take more notice of what fund they’re in, what it is doing and look with more interest at the regular updates that they get.”

Stephen encourages listeners at the seminar to ask questions, during or after the hour-long chat, and believes no question is a dumb one – often others in the crowd are thinking the same thing.

For more information on Money Week, visit moneyweek.org.nz

to network with likeminded investors and benefit from their collective experience and knowledge.

Get ahead and save money with our successful free four week budgeting course.

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Aspen: A place to call your own A central location to the city and a jam-packed activities schedule are just a couple of reasons why Aspen Rest Home is the perfect place to stay.

With friendly and approachable staff, the close-knit team are dedicated to making their residents’ stay as independent and stress-free as possible, says facility manager Mary McDonald.

“It’s not about taking over,” says Mary. “Just because you go into a rest home doesn’t mean that you’ve lost your independence.

“Our residents are able to do all the things they did before, but in a community that offers them additional support where they may need it.”

Established since 1978, taking you where the others don’t go!

The location on McLean Street makes getting around town Fully escorted tours designed with senior citizens in mind a breeze for rest home residents, and getting out and about is stablished sincesince 1978, taking where the others don’t go!with Aspen’s teams. popular Established 1978, taking you you where the others don’t go!

“Every Fully escorted tours designed with senior citizens in mindin mind now and then residents will get fish and chips and Fully escorted tours designed with senior citizens sit by the water,” says Mary. “We have one woman who, every Wednesday, goes out with her daughter to the same coffee shop. Plus having the bus is great.”

Established since 1978, taking you where the others don’t go!Locally owned and operated by Bay locals, and run by Fully escorted tours designed with senior citizens in minda team from all different cultural backgrounds, Aspen is dedicated to supporting community businesses, and has recently changed their grocery and meat supplier to reflect that attitude.

“We’re small, family focused and deliver a high standard of care,” she adds. “We want to make our residents’ stay at Aspen an enjoyable one.”

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Norfolk and Chatham Islands provide a beautiful escape.

and the South Pacific. It’s a quality service which customers expect and have been given for more than 35 years.

The husband and wife team have a passion for people and travel, and are running a well-established business.

Andrew says, “We run the business with a personal touch and offer the things which our customers like, such as home pick-ups and drop-offs, roadside morning teas and going off the beaten track.”

Upcoming tours include the High Country Spectacular of the South Island. We drive through the famous Molesworth Station, stay at the Hermitage with its breath-taking views of Mount Cook, and cruise across Lake Wakatipu on the TSS Earnslaw.

On the Wonders of Westland tour,

experience the rugged and unspoilt West Coast of the South Island. From Queenstown, the group heads north through Wanaka and the Haast Pass, then travel up the coast. Highlights include the Franz Josef and Fox Glaciers, as well as Hokitika and Westport.

Visit the Chatham Islands and take a step back in time to see how life used to be. Prepare to be surprised as these mysterious islands leave a lasting impression on you... volcanic peaks, towering sea cliffs, sandy beaches and, of course, the warm hospitality.

Norfolk Island boasts a pristine environment with beautiful beaches, a rugged coastline, National Parks and a World Heritage Convict Site. Experience the highlights and history of this subtropical paradise only two hours away.

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news and views for the over 55’s

Keeping your options simple Funeral arrangements, with the sheer volume of decision making, can be overwhelming and Simply Cremations have simple funeral plans in place to adhere to the deceased’s wishes.

“All too often we hear that folk want ‘something simple’,” says funeral director and office manager Amber McCarthy.

“Our Simple Eco Cremation is when cremation takes place without any funeral service. It is both economical and eco-friendly.

This funeral option is gaining in popularity.”

Families schedule a memorial service at a later date, particularly if timing and logistics are a concern. This allows time to process events and it is often a less sombre, more uplifting celebration of life. It can be at a chosen location, for example, a beach, a club/venue with the families in control of costs.

“We can assist families if they wish,” adds Amber. “Following the cremation, families can choose to scatter the ashes, select an urn or keepsake for a memorial service. The varieties of urns

available are extensive from simple wooden urns, recycled timber to keepsakes such as necklaces or glass spheres.

“We return the ashes at a time that is convenient to you.”

Amber McCarthy with some of the urns available at Simply Cremations. Photo by Tracy Hardy.

Getting a good fit from our homes Goal five of the Age-Friendly City Strategy, Housing, has three actions that focus on homes that are built, altered or designed to meet the needs of an ageing population – homes that enable people to age-in-place.

Tauranga City Council has incorporated Lifemark Design Standards as a requirement in their city plan for building design.

This will ensure that Papakainga and TCC Elder Housing will provide affordable choices, be more inclusive and accessible to meet the needs of its tenants.

Under Goal 7.8 – Outdoor Spaces and Buildings – TCC have also ensured that universal

design is implemented in all public building initiatives so that barriers are not created thus people of all ages and abilities are able to enter public buildings.

Most architects and builders are aware of these essentials and generally include the more basic items such as reachable power points and light switches, easyto-use taps and window latches, level-entry doorways, toilet doors opening outwards and service areas slightly wider for easy use and adaptability.

Practical and common sense design factors that meet the needs of different ages and abilities over time. Homes that are designed to be usable by most people over their lifetime without the need for major changes as life stages and abilities appear.

This is just a small part of how we can all think ahead and let minor details today assist us to live well in an age-friendly city.

‘We share your concerns about cost’

Removal of the deceased Medical documentation Registering the death

The casket and cremation charges Returning of the ashes Death Certificate

Often the team at Simply Cremations find individuals with no next of kin nearby or those who have no religious connections are opting to arrange their own simple funeral. Also family members are doing pre-arrangements for a loved one from afar and the team can email the applicable forms before the need arises or use their online Personal Details Form.

Contact Simply Cremations Bay of Plenty and Coromandel for more information or visit simplycremations.net.nz

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ACTION ON ILLEGAL DUMPING

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Council is taking action to stamp out illegal dumping of household rubbish in rural Western Bay. The amount of illegal rubbish being dumped at the end of various rural roads is costing hundreds of dollars each week.

Household waste must be placed directly outside the property from which it originates – by your letterbox. It is illegal to place any official bags or other

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Act individuals can be fined up to $5000 if convicted.

If there is no kerbside collection going past your house on a rural road it is your responsibility to organise a door to door pick with a private waste collector or to take the rubbish to a transfer station.

Council plans to clamp down on offenders and will be monitoring these areas closely in the coming weeks.

TENNIS COURTS IN FULL SWING Contractors are currently working on earthworks, drainage and footpath connections, including a gravel driveway on the south side of the clubroom. The official opening date has been changed to Saturday, 3 October 2015 at 11.30am.

The Omokoroa Tennis Club is already making great use of the two courts.

DOGS DAY OUT A HIT

There were some awesome displays from the Mount Agility Club, face painting, competitions and more than 40 dogs had their ‘seflies’ taken – adorable! We managed to spread the word about the importance of registration and microchipping, and even scored some sunshine. We’re looking forward to an even bigger event next year.

rubbish at the end of rural roads, at a community hall or in a lay-by area.

We regularly find several bags of rubbish at the end of Te Matai Road Te Puke, Lund Road and Work Road in Katikati, Neewood Road and Rowe Road in Ohauiti and Maketu Road and Kelly Road Maketu. Household rubbish is also being left at the bus shelter on Kaikokopu Road. Under the Litter

Innovation and collaboration have seen one of Council’s projects receive first place in the leading construction awards.

The completed Omokoroa Tennis Courts

The McLaren Falls Pedestrian Bridge has won the Category 1 – Projects under $0.5m at the recent Civil Contractors NZ Awards. The entry was submitted

by Bridge-It NZ, who built the bridge.

The $270,000 bridge was no ordinary project, but tasked Bridge-It and designers Tiaki

Engineering with developing an innovative solution for a visually-appealing footbridge, spanning 33m, at an affordable price. The bridge was to remove safety issues raised by pedestrians and vehicles sharing the one-lane bridge across the waterfalls.

FREEDOM CAMPING REVIEW UNDERWAY NEW WATER CONTRACT FOR WESTERN BAY Customer focus and innovation – these lie at the heart of a new relationship formed between Council and international company Veolia Water New Zealand.

Veolia has taken over maintenance of three water services for Council, replacing former contractor City Care.

A significant competitive tender process carried out over a four month period provided Council with a high level of confidence that Veolia offered the best delivery package to its ratepayers, says Council’s Utilities Manager Kelvin Hill.

Veolia has a proven reputation for customer focus and innovation.

A review of Council’s Freedom Camping Bylaw is underway.

This follows a community ‘Drop In Day’ at Waihi Beach in July, which aimed to gather the community’s thoughts on Freedom Camping at Anzac Bay and other areas.

A number of residents expressed concern at the current freedom camping situation at Anzac Bay during the Long Term Plan consultation in April, triggering the Drop in Day discussions.

Currently, draft changes to the current Bylaw are being developed – based on feedback from the Drop in Day and further emails and letters.

These drafts will be adopted on 10 September.

We will then be seeking community input on the changes during a consultation period in September-October, 2015.

Details and relevant dates will be posted at www.westerbay.govt.nz/freedomcampingreview

FUNDING REMINDER! Hurry! There’s just a few more days left to apply for funding assistance for projects benefiting our communities.

Western Bay community groups are encouraged to apply for the new Community Matching Fund, open until 1 September 2015. Up to $99,000 is available for community and environmental projects that make a positive difference in the District.

Grants will be matched on a 50/50 basis.

Council’s half is a cash grant. The community group contribution can be made up of any combination of volunteer labour, donated professional services, funds raised through other means and/or donations of materials.

Funding decisions will be made on 15 October 2015. Application guidelines and forms are available on Council’s website.

Please remember if you have a problem, query, complaint or compliment about anything to do with Council and its service, please contact our customer services team.

CALL 07 571 8008 Email: customerservice@westernbay.govt.nz

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Zesty burst: Celebrating citrus with cake Looking for a light dessert that’s still delectable? Look no further than this scrumptious lemon poppy seed cake that is not only paleo friendly, but also made in your slow cooker!

Lining the slow cooker crock with parchment paper makes it even better because there’s no cleanup.

How can you beat that?

The recipe comes from the ‘Paleo Slow Cooker’. The book is available from www.exislepublishing.co.nz and wherever good books are sold. RRP is $19.99.

Lemon Poppy Seed Cake Serves 8 to 10.

• 2 1/2 cups blanched almond flour • 1 tablespoon baking soda • 1/2 teaspoon sea salt • 1/2 cup unsalted grass-fed butter, softened

• 1 cup raw honey • 2 large eggs • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract • Zest of 1 lemon • 1 tablespoon poppy seeds 1. In a medium bowl, combine the almond flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside. In a large bowl, using a mixer, beat the butter with the honey until smooth.

2. Beat in the eggs, one at time, and mix until creamy. Add the vanilla and lemon zest and beat on low until smooth. Add the flour mixture and beat until smooth. Fold in the poppy seeds.

3. Lay a large piece of parchment paper in the slow cooker crock. Making sure there is plenty overhanging the edges.

Pour in the cake batter.

4. Cover and cook over low heat for about two hours, or until a

toothpick inserted in the centre comes out clean. The edges of the cake should be browned and starting to pull away from the sides. Allow the cake to cool for 20 minutes in the slow cooker, then lift it out by pulling up on the sides of the parchment.

5. Cut the cake into squares and serve warm. Wrap leftover cake in plastic wrap and store at room temperature for up to three days.

Going grain free has significant health benefits Type 2 diabetics or anyone with metabolic issues such as weight-loss resistance, or overweight, relatively healthy people, will improve their condition, often dramatically, by focussing on restricting their consumption of mainly simple carbohydrates. The simplest way to do this is to adopt a grain-free diet for about three months.

Common grains are wheat, corn, barley, rye, millet, buckwheat, oats and rice, and they are key ingredients in a huge range of manufactured products. Products manufactured from grains include most forms of bread products, breakfast cereals, baked goods including cakes, muffins, slices, croissants, crumpets, biscuits and scones, and pasta, noodles, spaghetti and macaroni.

Why go grain free? The grain lists above clearly indicate a number of key staples in people’s everyday diets, and are therefore consumed regularly, and in reasonable quantities.

Although they all vary considerably in glycaemic load, from quite low with oats and grain bread to

very high with cakes and muffins, they all significantly add to the amount of glucose our bodies need to process each day.

Some grains such as wheat are known to cause inflammation in your body, and diabetics and people with weightloss resistance have different levels of intolerance to glucose.

Our experience and recent scientific evidence points towards marked improvements in people’s ability to process glucose when they stop eating grains. This is often accompanied by lower HbA1c levels, weight-loss and reduction in diabetic and other medication.

Once an acceptable level has been achieved, certain grain-rich foods such as wholegrain breads and rolled oats can be gradually reintroduced into people’s food intake. Next time, we look at simple ways to go grain free.

We still have two places available for our free wellness challenge and diabetic study. Contact Leigh on leigh@eatforkeeps.com or 027 294 1980

It’s the final taste test for Otumoetai student chefs Student chefs Laura Blair and Micah Winiata are sharpening their knives and their dishes as they prepare to put their culinary skills to the test in the final round of the National Secondary Schools Culinary Challenge.

The Otumoetai College Year 13 food technology students will go head-to-head in a live cook-off at

Manukau Institute of Technology in Auckland today after receiving automatic advancement into the finals following the regionals in Hamilton in July.

The students are challenged to prepare, cook and present an individually plated entree and main course all within 90-minutes.

Locally grown beetroot must

feature in the entree, with chicken and fresh New Zealand vegetables key ingredients of the main dish.

The winning duo receives a $2000 study scholarship and a trip to Tahiti to represent NZ at the ISSCC for each chef. Their school receives a $1000 Bidvest voucher and a Blue Seal turbofan oven and stand from Moffat NZ.

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Message to the PM: Help us a poll on the protesters or once again use his imagination to meet his own ends? Stop touring the world John and start listening to public opinion.

Would it be true to say lack of voting on the first referendum would mean the continuation of the flag change would be invalid or are you planning to use the elimination process in which case

With only a one majority government how long do we have to put up with John Key’s dictatorship. He will not listen to public opinion.

With approximately 80 per cent against a flag change, and thousands who marched against TPPA – his comments that one third of protesters were from Labour and the Greens parties, so did he take

minority rules? Time for some straight answers John – don’t hide behind no comment.

With members of parliament receiving a further increase in pay this is not right with so much poverty.

It appears what is needed is a reduction in the number of members in parliament plus a nationwide price freeze to stop the rich getting richer and the poor getting poorer, plus some stability in the cost of living.

K Allen, Katikati

It’s a numbers game so what’s the truth?

Todd Muller in the Weekend Sun (August 21) is misleading us with his figures for health spending.

Certainly the Government is spending more each year on health, but it is not keeping up with costs.

The Senior Doctor’s Union in a TV item on August 13 quoted treasury figures, which show that health spending as a percentage of GDP was 6.5 per cent in 2009, 6.4 per cent in 2012, and 6 per cent in 2014.

The numbers of hospital operations has continued to increase each year but the government is using this

to disguise the fact that overall the value of health spending is falling under its management.

News items, about District Health Boards not having enough funds to meet their costs, reinforces the message that the government has reduced the value of its health spending. They have had to borrow about $10 billion a year on average over the past six years to fund their spending. They cannot afford what they want to do and overall health care is one of the losers.

P Dey, Welcome Bay

Your online views for The Weekend Sun issue August 21 1. ‘A second serving’ Mrs Whippy, Glenda Eden, takes over the reins from Mr Whippy Nicholas Wynne.

Aaron O’Keeffe: He was the best ice-cream man ever!

Karlene Becker: Wow, Nicholas was our old neighbour! Never thought he’d give up being Mr Whippy.

Loretta McNeil: Would so love Mr (Mrs) Whippy come to Te Puke, please. My boys know its the bestest of best ice cream around.

Please consider our small town.

Gloria McIsaac: This Mr Whippy is amazing. I remember Jonelle Cheyanne McIsaac and Ruby-Lee used to run out to see him in our street.

2. ‘Pass through the lips; not on the hips’ Otumoetai College students create a healthy cake mix, Do-Lish.

Jennifer Douglas: Yum! Going to check this out tomorrow.

Gail Chammoung: Wow, so

proud of you Pim. Amy Samson: I love this!

Vicky Copeland Sharp: Wow, your amazing Ella Copeland.

3. ‘How Te Puke’s goodness grows’ The TEL is here, but Te Puke isn’t to be forgotten.

Daniel Fleet: Good on ya Te Puke, you were a pain in the ass to drive through anyway!

Ben Ottesen: I’ll still be passing my truck and trailer through... I live in Te Puke and take my truck home. Poor tuck shops won’t know what hit them without the truckies stopping by early hours of the morning.

4. ‘Young life hangs in the balance’ Skyla Keating was diagnosed with a brain tumour at age four.

Ashpreet Kaur: It’s very sad, but I do trust on God. I am sure he will show his miracle to this little angel he will take pain away our prayer with you Skyla. You will

get well soon.

Debbi Smith: Lots of love to Skyla and her family... thoughts and love are with you.

Hollie Jade: This is so heartbreaking.

Janine Stewart: Shedding tears for this gorgeous girl and her family.

Having children myself I can only imagine what they are going through. If any of the family sees this please let Tauranga people know if there is anything we can do, baking, meals, house work etc.

Our community is fabulous at coming together to help in bad times. Thoughts are with you all.

Monique Culpitt: Thinking of you Jamie and your beautiful daughter Skyla; big hugs to you both and your extended family.

Stacey Lee Gaskell: So sad, it’s terrible when little kids get dealt the most raw deals. Sounds like she has an amazing family by her side.

Positive thoughts their way.

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Unruly road behaviours

A BOUQUET to the fur seal who weekend-ed in the sun on the grass by the Tauranga causeway bridge.

Lovely to have a spontaneous manmammal encounter right out our backdoor. Also a credit to DOC

straddled the Dive Crescent level crossing for 10 to 15 peak time minutes last week.

No way around, over or through.

Perhaps he loves power games.

Perhaps he’s just plain perverse or had an argument with his wife.

I will let his tyres down next times.

prudent financial management? Solid Energy then continued to borrow money to spectulate on hair brained schemes of it’s chief executive. Where were the board of government appointed director? They don’t care they have been granted immunity from responsibility by the present SOE Minister.

Now we come to a succession of Ministers holding that portfolio, few if any could organise a party in a brewery.

They accept no responsibility. The price of coal has dropped, but this not the major reason for the sad state of Solid Energy. It can be laid firmly at the feet of the CEO, board of directors and ultimately the Minister of SOE and the incompetent government.

P Dolden Papamoa

But can someone explain why Justin Marshall’s style is any more acceptable? He doesn’t take a breath when the All Blacks are on attack and we hardly hear a squeak from him when the All Blacks line is threatened.

I was always a fan of the late great Bill McLaren whose silky understated Scottish brogue tones was a delight. That was before professionalism and before

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It’s just a game – it’s time to reflect that A question to SKY TV: Are you going to inflict the jingoistic babblings of commentators Grant Nisbett, Tony Johnson and Justin Marshall on us for the duration of the Rugby World Cup? We like to criticise the Australians for their nationalistic fervour in the commentary box, such as Phil Kearns and the whole raft of Channel 9 cricket commentators.

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Where’s the benefits for the state?

Solid Energy was a vibrant state owned enterprise valued at $3.5 billion when National came to power in 2008. We know that because they wanted to sell 49 per cent so they set the price.

It is now a liability to the tune of $300 million after having had at least $130 million of tax payers money pumped into it to keep it going.

This government was charged with stewardship of our assets and what has it done – it has flogged off half our power stations and supervised the demise of the rest. Nobody has or will be held responsible for the state of Solid Energy.

In 2012 the company made a loss of $40 million, paid the government a dividend of $30 million and it’s chief executive $1.4m salary. Does this sound like

FOR GOOD!

Do that in England and you get blasted with the horn, flashed with the high beam, a digit and most likely all three.

BOUQUET When you drive 100 tonnes of W locomotive you can Barbed park wherever you damn well like! Size is everything.

Size rules. This KiwiRail driver

commentators became slaves to a brand.

I have booked the best seat in my living room for Saturday nights Bledisloe. I plead with Nisbett and Marshall to moderate their rants so I don’t have to turn the sound off. Also understand guys, I am not going to die in a ditch if the All Blacks lose. It is just a game of rugby. No-one dies.

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BOUQUET uq The whole country uets now know and love & our cystic fibrosis sisters Nikki and Kristie – they’ve been on national TV, a major daily newspaper and The Weekend Sun for their 65 days of good deeds.

Here’s a few other saintly things they’ve done: organise Greenpark School to create 57 letters of love to the kids in Starship Children’s Health hospital, baking to fire service, to ambulance, left soap powder and coins at a laundromat, bag of food to the homeless shelter.

There are good people among us and these are two of the best.

BARBED WIRE Why, ask V and the N, are people always hogging the outside lanes on the expressways and going slow so people have to undertake to pass?

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What about the loading zone? What about the ropey parallel parking? We should call the cops. Whoops, they are the cops.

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SPORT & RECREATION Chance meeting in Tauranga brings Miss Muddy to New Zealand An obstacle and mud festival which has attracted huge crowds in Australia and aims to empower women is coming to New Zealand for the first time – thanks to a chance meeting in Tauranga.

September 2015 CHRISTMAS IN THE Central Hawkes Bay Festival SOUTH ISLAND! October 2015 23 - 27 December 2015 Celebrate Christmas this year Molesworth Station & Rainbow Mountain amidst the spectacular beauty of November 2015 the central South Island. Our Forgotten World Highway Christmas Tour commences in Taranaki Garden Festival beautiful Queenstown with time Norfolk Island to enjoy this vibrant resort before December 2015 we head north into the distinctive landscapes of the Mackenzie Christmas in the South Island Canterbury New Year Country. We celebrate Christmas Tours in 2016 Day with a fantastic Christmas Great Barrier Island lunch at the famous Hermitage Hotel nestled in the heart of the Edinburgh Tattoo (Wellington) Warbirds Over Wanaka Mt Cook National Park then Coromandel travel north to Christchurch to ANZAC Wellington discover how the city is emerging Scenic East Cape revitalised.

Preservation Inlet Cruise Join this tour with “Canterbury New Year” to extend your PLUS MANY MORE... break in the South Island.

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Miss Muddy is a female-only obstacle course of up to 6km of foam, climbing, crawling, slipping, mud and laughter.

Sarah Alexander met Miss Muddy’s Australian director when he was attending a wedding in Tauranga at No 1 The Strand, and immediately decided she wanted to bring Miss Muddy to New Zealand.

Sarah says Miss Muddy is unique in that it’s non-competitive and aims to empower, support and celebrate women in a nonthreatening environment.

“Miss Muddy is all about encouraging women and girls to be active and healthy, and to challenge themselves,” Sarah says.

“The event isn’t timed, and the emphasis is definitely on joining in, getting active and having fun. It’s really important to understand that there are no judgements, and no expectations at Miss Muddy – it’s about giving it a go.

“We encourage women of all ages and fitness levels to come as they are, and let their hair down for a day full of fun.”

Miss Muddy New Zealand will be held over two days at Mystery Creek, Hamilton, on January 23 and 24, 2016.

Women can sign up as an individual or can make a team – inviting all of their friends to join them for the ultimate ‘Girls’ Dirty Day Out’.

“It wouldn’t be Miss Muddy without lots of mud – get ready to get down and dirty, because staying clean is not an option.

hotels and motels in the Waikato, and have “At the Australian events the women have some Miss Muddy special deals.” enjoyed dancing in the foam, having the The Sunday event is a Family Day in time of their lives and celebrating the day which girls aged 13-plus can join in the fun with their fellow Miss Muddies. and run the course with their mum, sisters, “The colour is something everyone looks aunts and friends. forward to – a big bang, followed by a “It’s a great thing for families to do together colourful splat in the face and an awesome – at Miss Muddy events in Australia there photo for them to remember the Miss have been three generations of one family, Muddy colour cannons experience. from teenagers to senior citizens, completing “The course includes a variety of obstacles the course together and having an absolute designed to challenge participants, but all ball while they do it,” Sarah says. obstacles are manageable - there is an easy “It’s a fantastic way of empowering teenage side and a hard side. But if you really don’t girls, and giving them the confidence to love want to do one, it doesn’t matter. There are their body and have fun.” no penalties for skipping a challenge.”

Women can take part as individuals or Tickets are available at as a team, Sarah says. www.missmuddy.co.nz “Miss Muddy isn’t just about the course, it’s a full day out and the perfect opportunity for a girls’ weekend away.

“Our over-18 day will include a great party at the end, allowing you to turn the event into an awesome girls’ weekend away.

We’ve had some great support Down and dirty: Miss Muddy participates enjoy the muck. from some of the

Big hit for Arataki rugby girls at recent tournament Arataki Primary School Year 5-6 girls’ rugby team are the new Western Bay of Plenty Primary School Girls Rugby 10s champions after winning 42-nil to Fairhaven School.

Nine teams competed at the girls’ rugby tournament at Papamoa’s Gordon Spratt Reserve on Friday, August 21.

Papamoa Primary School teacher and tournament organiser

Hamish Avery says there was some exceptional talent on display by all teams, with a very physical yet skilful brand of rugby being played by all teams.

The championship final between Arataki School and Fairhaven School was tight, 7-nil to Arataki at halftime. In the second half, the physicality, teamwork and skills of the well-drilled Arataki team allowed them to ease away

to victory.

The Plate Final was a tight 15-all draw between Te Akau Ki Papamoa and Gate Pa School.

The Bowl Final was won on the whistle by a fantastic breakaway try from Ngongotaha over Mount Maunganui Primary School, with the game finishing at 21-17 to Ngongotaha.

For photos from the tournament, see Social Snaps on page 47.

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E N T E R T A I N M E N T G U I D E The Weekend Sun’s ever popular guide to ‘What’s On’ in the Bay.

Friday 28 August Art Exhibition Te Puke Art

Society, featuring Steven Clark, Constables Gallery, Commerce Lane, Te Puke. Aug 28 9am - 6pm & Aug 29 9am - 2pm. Steven will be there Friday. Free admission, all welcome.

Saturday 29 August

Alcoholics Anonymous Women’s meeting

at St Andrews, Dee St 10-11am, children welcome. 0800 229 6757 Andre Rieu Friendship Group BOP For lovers of music of Andre Rieu, monthly weekend gatherings in each other’s homes, annual garden party & celebrations at local cafes all to the music of Andre. Pete/ Jennifer 574 4238 Bayfair Night Market Arts, crafts, jewellery, fresh produce, food stalls & more. Bayfair Shopping Centre, cnr Maunganui Rd & Girven Rd, Mt Maunganui 6-11pm.

Free entry. 022 588 2282 or email: tauranganightmarket@hotmail.com Books Wanted For Tauranga Harbour City Lions November Book Sale. CDs, DVDs & Jigsaws also wanted. Drop off points: Living Quarters, Bethlehem Town Centre; Payless Plastics, 414 Cameron Rd; Liquor King 140 Otumoetai Rd, Brookfield. 576 7105 BOP Scandinavian Group For anyone with a Scandinavian heritage or similar welcome to come to Evans Rd Church Hall, Papamoa 11.30am for pot luck lunch & socialising. Barbara 542 1185 Gate Pa Car Boot Sale Monthly car boot market in Gate Pa next to Tauranga Girls’ College. Sept 5. Clothing, food, free items. To book your space, Wiki 578 3321. A community initiative of Chirp. www.chirp.org.nz

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

Let’s Dance Ballroom & Latin Dance

Club. Second Sat of month at Bethlehem Hall 7-10.30pm. Live dance tempo music.

Bruce 576 5598 Recycled Women’s Clothing Sale at Historic Village 9am – 12pm. Designer labels & fashion brands all $5. Cash only.

All proceeds to Turning Point Trust.

Sailing (IOM) International One Meter Radio Controlled Yachts - The fastest growing sailing class of today. Come for a sail & get hooked. Every Sat & Weds at Landing Drive, The Lakes 1-4pm. Pat 0274 731 765 Taichi Qigong Every Sat at Memorial Park between mini golf & playground 10am. Free to join.

All welcome.

Tauranga Club Presents Health & Wellbeing days to revitalise the mind & body Sept 5 at 72 Devonport Rd 8.30am - 1pm. $140 includes a pilates & cardio workout & a vital health management

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Community events and occasions across the Bay. Pg 38

Stories, snippets, strangeness, and general entertainment. Pg 39

talk. Includes lunch. Raffle prizes valued up to $120. For bookings/info Tracey 021 205 6565 Tauranga Farmers Market Fresh & artisian produced food. Tauranga Primary School cnr 5th Ave & Cameron Rd every Sat 7.45am - 12pm. Trixie 552 5278 or www.taurangafarmersmarket.co.nz Te Puke Healing & Spiritual Centre Sept 5 - Workshop: Robyn Teague on Face Reading, Constables Gallery, Commerce Lane, Te Puke 2-5pm. Cost $35, all welcome. Jill 573 7027 to book 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

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

544 0448 Radio Controlled Model Yachts Meet Sun & Thurs 1.30pm at pond behind 24 Montego Drive, Papamoa, to sail electron & similar 3ft long yachts for fun.

Beginners welcome. Graham 572 5419 Rifle Range Public Open Day Open to public on last Sun of the month. Range at end of Ngawaro Rd, at the TECT All Terrain Park 9am - 3pm. Some targets available to purchase, or bring your own.

Must bring own ammo, shooting rests, ear muffs etc. Firearms license must be presented at registration area. $15pp (cash only). No cellphone coverage. www.deerstalkersbop.org.nz

Sunday 30 August

Bay Bible Fellowship/Lord’s Day

Worship service Welcome Bay Primary School Hall, 309 Welcome Bay Rd 10am. “To Live is Christ” series in Philippians. Guest preacher: Calvyn Jonker. All welcome. www.bbf.net.nz Bee Interest Group August meeting at Welcome Bay Community Centre (behind the hall) 2pm. Please bring something to share for afternoon tea.

Gordon 027 544 2882 Bible Seminars Every Sun at Greerton Senior Citizen’s Hall, Maitland St, Greerton 1.45pm. Title: “The 4 Gospels: a message of hope.” Interactive, Q&A. Refreshments provided. Vic 543 0504 Children’s Dance Class 7 weeks starts Oct 18 at Tauranga Primary School Hall, 5th Ave. Learn Latin America, Rock & Roll, Cha Chat & more. Sonia, Supreme Dance Centre 544 2337 or 027 322 1786 Choral Evensong St Peter’s Chancel sing a special service of Choral Evensong at St Peter’s Church 4pm.

Gate Pa Tennis Club Junior preseason open days for new and existing members. Sundays September 6 & 13.

Free Coaching. 10 years & under 10am, 11-16 years 11am. Graeme 576 5178 or 027 452 0600

Home Computer Club (Tga) Inc

Computer enthusiasts meet to share knowledge & experience at Arts & Crafts Centre, Elizabeth St West on last Sun of month 9.30am – 12.30pm approx. $3 door charge. Visitors welcome. 544 2067 Maketu Rotary Club Market 3rd & 5th Sunday at Village Green, Park Rd, Maketu. Stalls $10. Maureen 533 2340 Merchant Navy Day Assemble 1.45pm.

Service 2pm. Merchant Navy Memorial Sulphur Pt (next to TYPBC). All welcome. More info: merchantnavyday. wix.com/merchant-navy-day Petanque Tga/BOP Club Every Sun & Thurs at Cliff Rd 12.45pm. Boules available, tuition given. 578 3606 Quakers in Tauranga Mainly silent

Tauranga Friendship & Social Club

Walks, dinners & outings for over 50’s.

Barbara 544 7461 Tauranga Spiritual Society Inc Senior Citizen’s Hall, 14 Norris St. Healers & Readers Expo. Doors open 6.30pm for 7pm. Members $3, non $5. 022 0670 467 Underwater Hockey Every Sunday at Baywave. Gear & coaching available for beginners. New members welcome.

Juniors (under 15) 5-6.15pm. Seniors (over 15) 6-7.40pm. Lance 027 287 4731 or lancepotaka@orcon.net.nz

Weekend Activities for the Over 60’s Walks, dinners, day trips & good times. Gloria 544 1834

Monday 31 August

Achieve Toastmasters Making it on

Mondays. 1st, 3rd & 5th Mon at St Stephen’s Church Hall, Brookfield, Tga 7.30pm. Chrissy 543 9493 Badminton Tauranga Badminton Club every Mon & Weds at Bethlehem College Events Centre 7.30-9.30pm. All players welcome. Sue 021 194 4335 Badminton Junior Club Bethlehem College Events Centre every Mon 6-7.30pm. Racquets available. Sue 021 194 4335 www.taurangabadmintonclub. co.nz Bethlehem Bowls Every Mon at Bethlehem Hall 7.15pm. First 3 nights free. Wendy 578 2585 Body & Soul Fun Fitness 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’.

Chess Mt Maunganui Mount RSA Chess Club every Mon at Mount RSA, 544 Maunganui Rd. Juniors 6.15-7.15pm during school term. Open club 6pm & 7.30pm onwards. Noel 579 5412 Citizens Advice Bureau Free, confidential info & advice about anything call in Mon - Fri at 38 Hamilton St, Tauranga 9am - 5pm or free-phone 0800 367 222

or 578 1592. Justice of Peace service every Mon 1-4pm, Weds & Thurs 9-11.30am & Weds CAB Service at Welcome Bay Community Centre 9.30am - 12.30pm.

Migrant clinics Tues - Fri 1-4pm. No appointment necessary.

Civic Choir Tauranga At Wesley Church, 13th Ave, Tauranga 7.30pm. New members welcome. Heather 575 9092

Dance - Modern Sequence Dancing

Senior Citizens Hall, Norris St, Tauranga Mon 7.30-10pm & Weds 7-10pm Tauranga Sequence Dance Club, partners required. Owen 574 2714 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 Free Antenatal Classes Te Ha Ora. Day & night classes. Kaupapa Maori - but open to all cultures. TeRina 552 4573 or info@pirirakauhauora.org.nz Free Budget Course Learn how to budget, save & spend wisely. Held Aug 31, Sept 7 & 14 at Holy Trinity Church, 3rd Ave, Tauranga 7pm. Supper provided.

578 7718 or cap@holytrinitytauranga.com

Free Mindfulness for Change Course

Every Mon in Te Puke 6pm. 027 502 1188 Free Taster Event Presented by Community Education BOP, A number of tutors offering a range of short introductory classes at Wesley Church, 100 13th Ave Sept 8 6-9pm. Join for a cuppa, chat & have a go at French, Cake decorating, calligraphy, NZ Sign Language, Pilates, belly dancing & more.

Just turn up or pre-register at www. tasterevent.weebly.com or txt Charlotte 027 344 4278

Harmony a Plenty Barbershop Chorus

Every Mon at Bethlehem Community Church, 183 Moffat Rd 7pm. New members welcome. Alan 579 3177 or www.harmonyaplenty.co.nz Learn to Dance St Pats Hall, Beatty Ave Te Puke with sequence dancers. New vogue & sequence dancing for learners & people wishing to improve. More lady dancers required. Learners 6.30pm, followed by sequence dancing until 8.30pm approx. $3pp. Gordon 572 0060 Leisure Marching For exercise, fun & fellowship for ladies 55+, no experienced required. Coreen 570 0172 Meditation Group Free classes Mon 10am & Weds 7.30pm.

Find peace, spiritual awareness & the meaning of your life. David 576 9764 Merge Tauranga New residents recently moved to Tauranga welcome, at the Raft

GUIDE The Weekend Sun’s guide to who’s playing and where.

Restaurant, Chapel St, Tauranga every 1st & 3rd Mon of the month 4.30pm. Happy hour 4-6pm. Enjoy a couple of hours for social get together to make new friends.

Elizabeth: merge.tauranga@gmail.com Otumoetai Indoor Bowls Graded Triples, Matua Primary School Hall, Clivedene St, 7.15pm. New members welcome. Karen 576 0443 Recycled Teenagers Gentle exercise for 50’s forwards, & injury or illness rehabilitation.

Mon & Weds, 14 Norris St, Tauranga Senior Citizens Club, behind Pak n Save.

Tues at St Mary’s Church Hall, Girven Rd. All 9 - 10.30am. Classes taken by qualified instructor. First class free.

Jennifer 571 1411 Taoist Tai Chi Exercise your body & challenge your mind. Monday beginners class at 15 Koromiko St, Tauranga 9.3011.30am. Come along. Yvonne 576 7216 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 Tauranga Creative Fibre Every Mon at Arts Centre, Elizabeth St from 9.30am.

Spinning, weaving, felting, knitting, crochet & more. Learn & share in a mutually supportive club. Also on Thurs evening twice a month. Joan 577 6781 Tauranga 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.

The Writing Project Meet fourth Mon of month 7pm. Positive, supportive group for people who are working on a piece of writing or would like to be. Kaye 07 218 1411 or kaye.mclaren@gmail.com Tiny House Theatre A variety of thought provoking documentaries screening second Mon of month 7pm. For info & to be added to email list Kim 576 9427 or 027 285 9611

Triple P-Positive Parenting Program

For parents, whanau or caregivers with children aged from birth to 12yrs to manage common parenting challenges.

Free, with resources. Ardell 571 0144 or 027 311 2140 Volunteer WBOP Looking for a place to volunteer? Free advice Mon - Thur at Historic Village, 17th Ave 10am - 2pm.

571 3714 or volunteerwbop.com Welcome Bay Art Group Meet every Mon at Lighthouse Church 9.30am - 12pm.

Bob 544 4499

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...Continued 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

Tuesday 1 September

ABC - Avenues Badminton Club Every Tues at Tauranga Intermediate School Sports Centre. Juniors 6-7.30pm (term time).

Seniors (Adults) 7.30-9.30pm. Club racquets & coaching available. Delwyn 027 212 4720 Altrusa Club of Tauranga Women’s community service group. Dinner & business meeting 2nd Tues. Social programme 4th Tues, monthly. Interested? Marie 576 5495 Badminton (Social) Every Tues at Otumoetai Baptist Hall 9.30am - 12pm. Racquets available. All welcome. Lorraine 579 3229 Bethlehem Pottery Club Open Tues, Weds, Thurs 10am - 3pm until December. Call in to find out about joining or ph Jane 552 0046 after 6pm.

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.

575 4650 Does A Loved One have an Addiction?

Do you wonder what you can do? How to help? Hanmer Clinic Tauranga ‘Significant Other’ programme for spouses, partners etc of people who have an addiction. Free. 8 weekly sessions. Starts Sept 15 at 1234 Cameron Rd, Tauranga 1-3pm. 579 6460 or 0800 842 426 Excel Toastmasters Meet every 2nd, 4th & 5th Tues of the month at Arataki Community Centre, Zambuk Way, Bayfair 6.15-8.30pm.

Learn leadership & public speaking skills.

Kaaren 572 5988 Falun Dafa Ancient practice for modern times. Easy to learn & free. Exercises & meditation classes at Hillier Centre 7pm. Judy 021 0425 398 Google: Falun Dafa, Mt Maunganui

Fire & Grace Nights Worship, prayer, healing, presence, fellowship. Every Tues at Bethlehem Town Centre, above Metro Pharmacy 7pm. FB: The Father’s House Aotearoa NZ Ministry School.

Grandparents Raising Grandchildren

Group support meetings first Tues of month at St Peters in the City, cnr Cameron Rd/ Spring St 10.30am -12.30pm. Karen 021 225 5108

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

Inachord Chorus Womens

4 Part Harmony. Every Tues at Bethlehem Community Church, 183 Moffat Rd 6.55pm. Enjoy the challenge of singing & performing varied repertoire. Cathy 579 2040 Israeli Dancing Beginners class every Tues at Gate Pa Primary School, Cameron Rd 7-8pm. All ages welcome, no partner required. Maria 544 1680 or 022 165 2114 Otumoetai Toastmasters Leadership skills, speaking skills. At Lyceum Club rooms, 68 1st Ave 7.15-9.30pm. Alan 544 5989 Pack of Girls Presented by Te Puke Repertory, by David Geary Sept 1-4 & 8-12 at Litt Park Theatre, Park Lane, Te Puke 8pm. Tickets at Te Puke Paper Plus.

Admission $20, members $15.

Red Cross Charity Quiz At Daniels in the Park 6pm. Teams of maximum 6 players, team entry $60. Heaps of prizes, gift basket raffle, mini auction, trophy awarded to winning team & a prize for team dress-up.

To reserve Heather 578 6987 or email: heather.dabrowski@redcross.org.nz 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. John 578 9716 South City Bowling Club Club night at Greerton Hall 7.30pm. New members welcome. Mary 541 0687 Tauranga Machine Embroidery Club Meet 1st Tues of month at Methodist Church, 13th Ave 9am - 3.30pm. New members welcome. 543 5168

Tauranga Patchwork & Quilters

Meet every 1st & 3rd Tues 7pm & 2nd & 4th Fri 10am at Tauranga Art Centre, 177 Elizabeth St, Tauranga.

Helen 0274 177 581 Tauranga Toastmasters Tga Lyceum Club 7.15-9.30pm. Confidence building, speaking skills, leadership skills. Alan 544 5989

Te Puke Lyceum Club Garden circle

1.30pm. 573 5153

Wednesday 2 September

Age Concern Walking Group Meet at Mt Maunganui Hot Pools 10am. All welcome. 578 2631

Baywide Community Law Service

Drop in clinic every Weds at 63 Willow St 5-6.30pm. No appointment necessary. Free legal assistance. 571 6812. Every Tues morning at Te Puke Clinic. For appointment 573 5614.

Every 1st & 3rd Thurs morning at Katikati Clinic. For appointment 549 0399 Bolivia If you enjoy the game, join us every Weds at the Te Puke Senior Citz Club, Jocelyn St 1pm. Marie 573 9219 Bowls Indoor Mount Senior Citizens, 345 Maunganui Rd Weds & Fri 12.45-4pm. Beginners welcome.

Come along & see if you like to play.

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 Fernlands Spa Water Exercise Weds 10.45-11.45am held rain or shine but not during school holidays. New participants planning to attend ph Jennifer 571 1411 FitSteps Dance Fitness For depression, releasing endorphins, every Weds at Bethlehem Community Hall 9.30 – 10.15am & 6.15-7pm. Helen 022 882 0237 or 571 3107 Gate Pa Indoor Bowls Carousel Triples (Ecclesfield Trophy), Greerton Hall 7.30pm. Kevin 543 4044 Gate Pa Tennis Every Weds 9am 12pm. Come along & join in, make new friends. The aim is to introduce tennis on a social level, beginners welcome. No commitment 3 free trials Weds. Geoff 570 1168 or 021 474 807

Genealogy at the Mount

Every first Weds of month at Helier’s Community Centre, Zambuka Way, Bayfair 10am – 12pm.

Excellent help offered & shared. Ken 575 6260 Healing Rooms Experience God’s healing touch at Bethlehem Town Centre cnr shop behind PO/Bookstore every Weds 1-3pm. 021 110 0878.

No appointment necessary, no charge.

All ages welcome. www.healingrooms.co.nz Leisure Marching Team Requires new ladies 45+ for non competitive marching. No experience required.

Marion 578 1108

Mount Healing & Spiritual Centre

Omanu Bowling Club, Golf Rd, Mount 7.30pm. Kerry Thompson crystal bowls/clairvoyance. $3 entry.

Janet 0272 640 226 Opera Forum The Tales of Hoffman, Offebach’s great opera. Sept 9. Complimentary wine & canapes. 577 0583

Latitude 37 Sunday 30 – Graeme Hardaker 3-6pm. 60’s and 70’s music.

Mount RSA Friday 28 – Coopers Run 7.30pm.

Saturday 29 – Tony Wellington 7.30pm.

Sunday 30 – Back Porch 4.30pm.

The Crown & Badger Friday 28 – Celsius.

Saturday 29 – Planet of 3.

The Hop House Friday 28 – Blue Friday blues night with Mike Garner and Derek Jacombs 7.30pm.

The Matua Sunday 30 – Alice Sea 3-6pm.

Wednesday 2 – A Taste of Country Night 7.30-10pm.

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 Scottish Country Dancing Every Weds at Senior Citizens Hall, Maunganui Rd, Mt Maunganui.

Beginners class 6pm, regular class 7.30pm. Lynne 573 5055 Tauranga Embroiderers’ Guild Every Weds at Wesley Church Hall, 100 13th Ave 10am - 2.30pm & 7.309.30pm. Juniors 4-5.30pm. Beginners & expe-rienced stitchers welcome.

Nancy 544 4778

Tauranga Mid-Week Tramping Group Woodland Rd to Ananui Falls & beyond. Grade mod, approx. 5.5hrs.

Bob 571 3939 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 Toastmasters City Early Start The 6 F’s Club - Fast, focused, flexible, feedback, friendly & fun. Confidence & leadership building. Every Weds at Avgas Cafe, Classic Flyers 6.508.15am. 021 044 5654 LaniDTM@ gmail.com or www.cityearlystart.co.nz

Thursday 3 September

Aqua Aerobics Every Thurs at Ocean

Shores Village, Maranui St, Arataki 9.15-10.15am. Exercise to music indoor pool. Men & women welcome, all abilities. Cost $7. Lynda 574 0457 or 029 230 0162 Awesome Clothing Sale Good quality, all sizes & styles – men’s, women’s, children’s, shoes, sheets, duvets etc. Only $3 a bag, you pick. Historic Village, 17th Ave, Tauranga 9.30-10.30am. Organised by Turning Point Trust 578 6934

Community Bible Study International Join us at 14th Ave

Gospel Centre 10am - 12pm for a non denominational Bible Study on Deuteronomy. Jack/Betty 544 3809.

And at City Church, 252 Otumoetai Rd 7-9pm on 1 & 2 Thessalonians.

Charmaine 576 0467 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 Free Course on Budgeting Free 4 week course on budgeting could help you get ahead & save money. Starts today at Lifezone, 7 Oak Lane, Judea 10am or 7.15pm. To book 571 6525 or www.capmoney.org Genealogy Tauranga Branch NZ Soc of Genealogists meet at St James Church Hall, 72 Pooles Rd, Greerton 7.30pm. Topic: The Records of the English Parish Church. Visitors & new members welcome. Jennifer 576 7042 Happiness & Our Mind Drop-in meditation classes, beginners welcome.

Classes are self-contained so start any date. Cost $14 per class. Tauranga Plunket, 471 Devonport Rd. Monthly classes, next class Sept 10 7-8.30pm. www.meditateintauranga.org Mainly Music Every Thurs at St Enoch’s Church, 134 16th Ave 9.30am. $3 per family.

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at Mount Ocean Sports Clubrooms (Cnr The Mall & Salisbury Ave, Mt Maunganui) 7.30pm. Presentation to be announced. New members welcome. Gail 021 471 768 or gail. bingham58@gmail.com

Orange City Square & Round Dance Tues, morning

class 10am - 12pm. Weds advanced, Thurs club night & new dancers 7.30pm.

Frontiersmen’s Hall. 543 1063 Papamoa 500 Card Club Every Thurs at Gordon Spratt Reserve 12.45pm.

Dave 575 5887 Sunshine Dance Group Learn sequence dancing at a friendly club.

Meet every Thurs at Baptist Church Hall, cnr 13th Ave & Cameron Rd 7-8.30pm, followed by dancing till 10pm. $2pp, entrance includes supper.

Jan 544 4379 Taoist Tai Chi Exercise your body, challenge your mind. Beginners class Thurs at Mount Senior Citizens Hall, 345 Maunganui Rd 6.15-7.45pm.

Neale 576 7216 Tauranga Writers Alzheimer’s Society House, 116 13th Ave 7-9pm. Work in progress – sharing our writing for constructive feedback. New members welcome. www.taurangawriters.org.nz Tennis Seniors WBOP Players 35+, Tauranga Lawn Tennis Club, Wharepai Domain 9am - 12pm. $3 ball fee.

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Toastmasters - Kickstart Breakfast Club Speak confidently in a fun

environment. Alimento Cafe 7am, guests welcome. Helen 571 6181 Ukulele Lessons For primary age children. Every Thurs at Otumoetai Baptist Chapel 3.30-4.30pm. Enquires Linkt Community Trust email: learn@ lead.co.nz

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Alcoholics Anonymous Open meeting every Fri at Hamner Clinic, 1235 Cameron Rd, Greerton (behind Bridgestone) 7.30pm. 0800 229 6757 for more meetings or assistance.

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Fundraiser in the Bag Bingo R18. Hosted by Chi Chi La ‘Aua & Nanu Sept 11 at Freemasons Centre, Hairini (cnr SH29 & Hairini Rd).

Doors open 6.15pm for 7pm. Tickets $25pp & light supper provided. Cash bar only. For info & tickets Jo 027 621 8974 CAP money Course In conjunction with “Money Week 2015” Week One 4 Sept, Week 2 11 Sept & Sept 18 at Bethlehem Baptist Church, 90 Bethlehem Rd 10-11.30am. Essential to book now to avoid disappointment by contacting Sylvia Bowden 544 6174 or 027 631 8524 sylvia@silbo. co.nz Chess Tauranga Every Fri at Tauranga RSA, Greerton 6pm onwards for the whole family.

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Meet first Fri of month at Tauranga Citizens Club, cnr Cameron Rd & 13th Ave 10am. Second Tues of month meet 10.30am at various venues in Tauranga. Film group meet last Fri of month to attend a film at local cinemas. Sid 579 1093

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Something in the water at Pongakawa?

I worry about the residents of Pongakawa; it must be hard living in a den of iniquity.

Who would have thought? I have friends in Pongakawa and they seem like perfectly nice people. But all the time they’ve been ensconced in the centre of a hotbed of illicit sexual activity.

Now thanks to the hackers who broke into the Ashley Madison website the truth has been revealed for the whole world to gasp at.

It turns out that there are apparently 20 people in li’l ol’ Pongakawa registered with Ashley Madison. Which is surprising because, as far as I can tell, the entire adult population of Pongakawa is in fact 27.

Which means that, by now, every person in Pongakawa has probably had an affair with every other person in Pongakawa.

It even seems likely that several married people have actually been having affairs with their own wives or husbands without realising it. Masks are so useful...

But I guess it’s all come to an end now.

The good folk of Pongakawa must be gutted.

Long winter nights must stretch towards a dull bleak horizon as they contemplate a future purged of internet dating.

So The Weekend Sun is here to help – just sign up for Winston’s Largely Completely Anonymous Rural Pongakawa Ultra-HiSpeed Dating Initiative. I’ll be running it under the totally untraceable pseudonym Ashley Watusi and all your information will absolutely not be shared with anyone, except for whoever happens to be in the office on

James’ parents are hoping to raise $150,000 Wednesdays and Thursdays and the strange to be able to take him to the US for one of guy with a limp who comes in to get sports two life-changing operation operations. So betting tips from the staff twice a week. far they’ve raised almost one-third of the Otherwise, it’s top secret. money needed thanks to the support of the The only thing is you need to be a resident Tauranga community. of Pongakawa. Then just send us your Sunday will be a low-key concert, email address, bank account numbers with 30-minute performances and passwords, $50 in a plain from various club duos, brown envelope, and a list of including the infamous Fitch any people in Pongakawa you and Ramous, Paul Lethbridge haven’t had an affair with yet. and Sheryl Bond, and the If you don’t hear back from entertainingly named Jasper us in a couple of weeks please Chomp. There’ll be a Dutch send $15 and we’ll delete your band called Liquorice T, some details, completely and for ever. country, banjo folk and swingy Or at least we’ll give them to ukulele, with a mix of covers the guy with the limp and ask and originals. him to dump them somewhere Things will run from 2-6pm handy on his way out. and there’s no entry fee, just a Of course, just down the road money box passed around with from the bustling metropolis A fundraising concert is no obligations. If you’ve got of Pongakawa is the sleepy being held for James Reid. a free hour or two on Sunday seaside hollow of Papamoa. there are probably worse ways Where people are far too busy to spend your time. and serious for the frivolities of internet And, before I go, just a quick shout-out dating. But they do some good things there for the next musical event at the Art Gallery, nonetheless. which is next Friday. It’s swing time there This Sunday (August 30) Tauranga MEDIUM with hot new Auckland Gypsy swing quartet Acoustic Music Club is having a concert Twistin’ The Swing. They comprise a couple for James Reid at the Papamoa Tavern.

2 of acoustic guitars, an upright bass and a Five-year-old James suffers from violin and are getting rave reviews for their 6 quadriplegia cerebral palsy. He also has music, which mixes Django Reinhardt with hydrocephalus (or water on the brain) and generous dose of uniquely interpreted Latin, 7 epilepsy.

American Jazz and European sounds.

Most patients with the condition cannot Things kick off at 7pm, tickets are $25 3 from walk and their speech is profoundly affected. the Gallery ($20 for Friends of the Gallery).

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Janet also enjoys singing, and recently travelled to China with Bethlehem College’s choir. She’s been a regular violin player with the Symphonia for several years, but this time the orchestra will accompany her in Mendelssohn’s famous concerto.

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Clowning around: One woman show with serious message programme for autistic children that Jen learned about and became inspired

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Forget reality TV: Here’s a real drama!

Full of plots, tricks, murders and lies, the story of ‘Othello’ is Shakespearean tragedy at its very best.

Othello, a Moor, is a highly esteemed general in the service of Venice. The victim of a malicious campaign of deception by his one-time friend, Iago, Othello’s jealousy is inflamed; leading him to destroy all he loves including his beautiful wife, Desdemona, and ultimately himself.

Live on stage at Detour Theatre from September 9-16.

The Weekend Sun has two double passes to the opening night of ‘Othello’ on September 9 to give away to two lucky readers who can tell us the name of Othello’s wife?

David Tauranga Enter online at www.sunlive.co.nz under the as Othello, and competitions section.

Gin Mabey as Entries must be received before Wednesday, Desdemona.

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Devils get ready to rock As the old adage goes ‘there is no rest for the wicked’ and nothing could be truer for metal heavyweights Devilskin.

On the back of their number-one platinum selling album ‘We Rise’ and recent tour of England and USA, the four-piece band from Hamilton are starting their The Mountains and the Moon Tour.

Tauranga will not be left off the list, with a gig scheduled for October 9 at ASB Baypark.

“I can tell you that we are super excited about getting out on the Mountains and The Moon tour with our new set. We’ve been busting

The Weekend Sun has two double passes to Devilskin’s October show to give away to two lucky readers who can tell us the name of their tour?

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

Entries must be received before Wednesday, September 2.

Metal band Devilskin is over the moon for the upcoming tour.

to unleash the new material,” says bassist Paul ‘Axeman’ Martin.

Speaking to The Weekend Sun, Paul says their time in the USA and UK have just helped to fuel their desire to perform.

Devilskin played at venues including The Borderline in London and the infamous Whisky a Go Go on LA’s Sunset strip, and alongside rock royalty Slash, Motley Crue and Alice Cooper.

The first show of The Mountains and the Moon Tour takes place on September 18 at Altitude and Gravity Bar in Hamilton.

From there, the band will take the explosive stage prowess to different cities around the country, including a show at Tauranga’s ASB Baypark on October 9. Tickets at www.eventfinda.co.nz

Hopeful project seeks donations Home of Hope are holding a mega garage sale – and they need your help.

The Give It Up Tauranga! event is an initiative designed to raise substantial funds for the organisation, while also reminding the community of the importance of caring for our environment, each other and our most vulnerable children.

The team are currently looking for donations of highquality items from homes or workplaces that are no longer required and can be offered for recycle and sale.

Desired items include homewares, antique and vintage furniture, and high-end fashion, such as jewellery, handbags, scarves, clothing, and footwear.

Five branded 20ft containers will be positioned at

four main Z Stations (11th Ave, 15th Ave, Hewletts Road and Papamoa) and Bethlehem shopping centre as designated drop off points.

The drops off dates are September 12 and 26, October 10 and 31, and November 14 from 11am-2pm.

The Mega Garage Sale will open to

the public on Saturday and Saturday, November 21-22, from 10am-4pm at the Tauranga Race Course, and will include outdoor food stalls and an indoor café facility. Public entry is a gold coin donation and free parking.

Please visit www.homesofhope/ giveituptauranga for further details.

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Having once been an atheist myself and then having become a convinced Christian while studying physics at University, I explained to them one of the reasons I believe in God. I explained, ‘Sometimes Atheists ask us to believe the most outrageous things.’ Take this comparison!

This is one reason I don’t have enough faith to be an atheist. The most recent Android operating system that runs a smartphone such as the new Samsung Galaxy S6 contains about 12 million lines of code.

No-one believes that this operating system is the product of chance. It is carefully designed by Google.

Most sane people would readily admit that they couldn’t believe random chance would produce the Android operating system. If this is so, then it is even more unbelievable

to say that the human genome, which contains more than 3300 billion ‘lines of code’, and is readily admitted to be the most sophisticated information system in the known universe, is the product of chance.

It is brilliantly designed and is more sophisticated than the Android operating system. For a start instead of a base of two (zero and one) it uses a chemical base of four and is self-checking, self-correcting and self-replicating. It is not the product of chance!

The designer is simply brilliant.

Who is it? Christians say it is God!

Next weekend we celebrate Father’s Day. Some folks have labelled this as a commercial money-making venture just to cause us to frequent the hardware stores and men’s clothing aisles.

who do not provide a good example of what a father should be and so their children, when they read the Lord’s Prayer may say, “My experience with my father was not good. He was unkind, unfair and abusive, so how can I address my God and honour my God with the term ‘Father’?”

The Bible teaches us that we can trust God as our heavenly father, one who is faithful, fair and can be trusted in all aspects of life. And one who is always there for me.

While us as dads should be modelling ourselves on the God concept of the father. We do acknowledge that not everyone is blessed to have a great dad, but if you are a dad can I encourage you today to step up and be one who is faithful, fair and can be trusted? It’s not always easy, but let’s try and be the dads that God calls us to be.

Let’s honour our dads and bless them in the good things they do.

Rev Jim Wallace, St Enoch’s Presbyterian Church

Honouring our dads

And that may be in part, but it is also a great opportunity (with or without presents) to honour our dads and thank them for all they have meant to us and they do.

In the Lord’s Prayer in Matthew chapter 6; verse 9 in the Bible, Jesus encourages us to pray and starts by addressing God with the words, “Our father who is in heaven”, making the link that God is our heavenly father and we are his children.

Unfortunately, while there are some really good dads about, there are some

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Keep your home safe and sound Many of us like to think we’re multi-tasking masters because as we cook dinner, darting around the house making sure the kids are doing their homework, the pets are fed and the washing’s hung out, in between trying to watch our favourite TV programme.

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Kitchens aren’t the only danger spots in your house. TVs, clothes dryers, air conditioners and other electrical goods caused more than a third of all house fires in the last five years, while faulty appliances were responsible for more than 10 per cent of house fire-related claims in the last 12 months.

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• Install smoke alarms throughout your house and test them every month. If they’re battery-operated, change the batteries once a year – the beginning and end of daylight savings is a good way to remember.

• Create an evacuation plan with your family, make sure everyone knows it, and keep the plan visible.

• Keep an extinguisher and fire blanket handy in the kitchen • Don’t key-lock deadlocks on your doors when you’re at home, just in case you need to leave in a hurry. If you do lock doors with a key, always keep the key in the door.

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Rachel Cole

Your local real estate professional 027 232 1535 07 575 5129 rcole.papamoa@ljh.co.nz Papamoa

Choosing your real estate agent can be one of the single biggest financial decisions you will ever make – so you need to choose someone you can totally depend on.

Experience and negotiation skills are vital, and Jim Peterson’s 24 years with Westbay Real Estate Ltd can ensure that in volumes. His broad range of building skills (22 years) enables lots of free helpful hints prior to selling, to assist a top-price outcome.

Being with a local non-franchised company allows for a very competitive comission rates, currently 2.95 per cent, plus admin fee and GST on exclusive agency (saving of up to $4600).

Jim enjoys the level playing field the internet web sites such as Trade Me bring, with most buyers having no loyalty to any one company.

Repeat business is the measure of success in real estate and Jim enjoys a healthy market share in this regards, from both satisfied vendors and purchasers.

Jim can be contacted on free phone 0800 220 012.

Jim Peterson of Western Bay Realty

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THIS WEEKS GARAGE SALES! avenues 108 SIXTEENTH AVE 8am - 12 am Sat 29th August. Kids toys, bikes, clothes, fridge freezer, tent, single bed, safe, heaps of stuff come and look.

bayfair 14 LOTUS AVENUE Saturday 29 7.30am. Coin collection, photo frames, horse gear/saddle, linen.

Spa pool $2000, side board, carpet $400 etc.

bellevue PRINCESS RD, - Saturday 29 August 2015 - Signs out at 8am, House Hold Goods, Furniture, Kitchen, Garden, Bric-a-Brac, and lots more! Come and check it out, there will be Bargains Galore!

Everything must go.

ohauiti 6 ASHGROVE PLACE from 10am - 1pm. Entire houselot, garden furniture, fishing gear, computers, bbqs & heaps more.

pyes pa 84 PENGARY LANE. Saturday 5th Sept 7am-2pm. CLEARANCE! Tools, baby gear, furniture, kitchenware, artwork, clothes, timber, bedding, beds, books, antiques. All must go.

welcome bay 3 PENNINGTON PLACE Saturday 29th 8am start. Tools, household goods, clothes, all sorts. Hot food available.

whakamarama 228 PLUMMERS POINT ROAD Saturday 29 8am. Small boat, household goods & more.

arborist . ABORCORE TREE SERVICES - Qualified Arborist. 10 yrs exp.

Confined Space Tree Removal; Winter Pruning; Tree Felling; Tree Maintenance. Affordable, professional tree services.

Free no obligation quote.

Ph Vuk 021 024 52485 www.arborcaretreeservices.co.nz

arts & crafts ONE DAY MOSAIC WORKSHOP This is a full day (9am-4pm) of practical hands on mosaic creativity plus info on all the tricks and techniques to make your mosaic last and look good. Contact Lynn for more info. Ph 571.3726 Clay Art Studio, Historic Village, 17th Ave.

bible digest “SALVATION IS FOUND in no one else, for there is no name under heaven given to men by which we must be saved.” Acts 4:12

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

child care CHILDMINDER AVAILABLE in Greerton area. 0-6 years any day/hours considered. Can apply subsidy. Ph 578 5580 or 021 209 4240

curriculum vitae

housesitters

trades & services

NEED A C.V.? A C.V. For You can provide you with a personal professional touch. “Get the interview….Land the job” Contact via www.facebook.com/acvforyou or 021 27 27 912

TRUSTED HOUSESITTERS available from 17 Oct - 11 Dec. 14 years housesitting experience in Tauranga, excellent references.

Ph 027 302 8328

DIGGER, KANGA, TRUCK hire, for those small difficult sites. Ph Bruce 027 209 4177

entertainment

AC PETFOODS collect injured & unwanted cows & horses. Ph 0800 369 6269

TAURANGA TANDEM SKYDIVING best buzz in the Bay! Gift vouchers available.

Ph 574 8533 today

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 BE READY for Winter! Lawns mowed, trees/hedges trimmed, palm trees pruned, general tidy ups, rubbish removal. Quality work. Ph Steve 571 2295 or 021 0264 8265 LAWN MOWING covering all of Tauranga. Experienced contractor, reliable service. Ph Chris 549 0446 or 027 200 8578 LAWNMOWING HONEST reliable operator. Mulch or catch + edges done from only $15. Ph/txt Hayden 021 488 219 or 575 9903 PEAVINE, LUCERNE AND MEADOW HAY convectional bales available. Can also be purchased for $10 by the sack full.

Barley straw also available. Ph 533 1922 or www.billwebb.co.nz

groceries SPECIALS THIS WEEK: CocaCola 1.5 Ltr 2 for $5.50.

V Drink 355ml 2 for $5.49. Milk (Dairy Dale) 2 Ltr 2 for $6.50.

Huntley & Palmers 3 for $5.

Coca-Cola 1.5 Ltr 2 for $5.49.

Schweppes Sparkling Range 1.5 Ltr 2 for $5. Milk (Dairy Dale) 2 Ltr 2 for $6.50. Bread (Gold Max) $2 each. Keri Juice 1 Litre Range 2 for $5. Blue Bird 150gm range 2 for $5. Kiwi-Soft 18 Pack Toilet paper $5.90 each. Coffee available instore. Long Black, Flat White, Cafe Latte Chocomilk, Cappuccino Mochannio, Hot Chocolate. Pick up any $2.50 each. All Hot Drink and Coffee $2.50 each. Big Ben Pie Range $ 2. + Pepsi & Mount Dew Range Can (355 ml) = $2.50. Pick any $4 each. Bakeshack Sausage Roll $2.50 each + Pepsi & Mountain Dew range can (355 ML) = $3. And many more Specials. Store Opening Time 7am to 7pm. ((7 days). Carlisle Convenience Store 28 Carlisle Street Greerton Tauranga.

health & beauty NATURAL NEW ZEALAND Health Products & Clinic.

Something for everyone. NZ Registered Natural Therapies & Natural Medicine Practitioners.

Opposite BP Te Puke. Ph 573 5533 www.naturaltherapiesnz. com and www.kiwikitz.com

livestock

lost & found FOUND BLACK FEMALE crossbreed puppy, Gate Pa area, Ref: 22079 Ph SPCA 07 578 0245 Found medium haired black and white male cat, Papamoa area, Ref: 22080 Ph SPCA 07 578 0245 Found elderly female grey and white cat, Otumoetai area, Ref: 22081 Ph SPCA 07 578 0245 Found Fawn/grey Rabbit, Gate Pa area, Ref: 22085 Ph SPCA 07 578 0245 Found Black adult male cat, Judea area, Ref: 22086 Ph SPCA 07 578 0245 Found Adult silver tabby and white male cat, Hairini area, Ref: 22094 Ph SPCA 07 578 0245 Found yellow and green budgie,Mount area Ref: 22095

mobility MOBILITY SCOOTERS wheelchairs, walkers & more.

Visit our showroom 29 Burrows St, Tauranga. Ph 578 1213 MES ‘Supporting your independence’

situations vacant GOOD PANEL BEATER wanted.

Welding & fabrication skills a must.

8-5 Mon - Fri. Oropi. Ph Keith 543 2195

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

trades & services AFFORDABLE BUILDING MAINTENANCE House repairs, spouting/roofing repairs, house painting, general maintenance.

20 years experience. Ph Andy 022 350 0600 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 BUILDER LICENSED, new work, renovations, decks, pergolas, roofing & more. Ph 022 121 3356

travel & tours

“AAA” TOUR 1 = The 2015 South Island BY RAIL Tour (many highlights included in the South Island); Tour 2 = “Neil ELECTRICIAN, 18+ years Diamond Show LIVE, with Tickets, experience, NZ registered.

Auckland. Tour 3 = We are off to Residential & commercial, Wairarapa, including Stonehenge, maintenance & service, new Cape Pallister & Historic Country builds, renovations.

Fast, Homesteads. Tour 4 = The World friendly service. Ph Andrew Visit us. of Wearable Art Tour (WOW), 022 354 1960 Wellington. Tour 5 = Discover OPEN: Monday-FridayÊ8.00am-5.30pmÊÊÊ HANDYMAN BUILDING and SaturdayÊ9.00am-5.00pm Stewart Island & Ulva Island. Door section maintenance, decks, to Door Service.

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116 Hewletts Mount Maunganui. fencing, pergolas, painting, water Road, 116 Hewletts Road, Mount Maunganui.

ContactTel:Ê07Ê578Ê6017 The Hinterland Tours Team Tel:Ê07Ê578Ê6017 blasting, odd jobs. Free quotes www.farmerautovillage.co.nz www.farmerautovillage.co.nz on 575 8118 or 027 235 7714 Ph Rossco 027 270 3313 or 544 5911 ANOTHER SPRINGTIME TOUR HOUSEWORK WANTED by to the Taranaki Rhododendron professional lady, Tauranga area.

Festival. Hurry just 2 seats left.

References available. Ph Penny Cats, 1 seat left for a matinee show.

544 4856 John’s door to door popular Tours.

INSECT SCREENS Measure.

Ph 576 9305 Make. Mend. Ph Rob at Magic Seal 543 4940 ARE YOU READY? have you booked? Don’t miss out! CATS PAINTER/DECORATOR Interior Revival in September & World of and Exterior, quality workmanship Wearable Arts Show in Wellington friendly services. Over 20 years plus visit the Te Papa Gallipoli specialising in residential and Exhibition (limited availability for more. Quality paint at trade both tours). Phone to find out prices. For your best advice in all areas. Ph Shane Mount/Tauranga more - Zealandier Tours 575 6425 Decorators 07 544 6495 or Email admin@zealandiertours.com 021 575 307 NO.8 TOURS TRAVEL CLUB. PAINTERS AVAILABLE for Specialists in fully escorted immediate start. Interior/exterior. day, extended tours and shows.

Guaranteed workmanship. For September - Tranz Alpine Express free quotes, Ph Graeme today & the Wild West Coast. October 022 0466 776 or 07 544 5234 -World of Wearable Arts (Tickets PAINTING & DECORATING Limited) or Rhododendron Interior Painting Gurus, High Festival. November - Stewart quality workmanship, prompt Island or Mackenzie Country . service, fully insured satisfaction, December-Waitakere Estate or guaranteed get the A Team Sol3 Mio Villa Maria (Tickets Ltd) @ Fresh Coats Painting. Call or Festival of Lights Christmas 022 421 4261 Time Escape. Free Door to door ROOF PAINTING and service, No joining Fee’s, Free maintenance. Roofs rescrewed.

Colour Brochure. Ph; The No Waterblasting, moss removal.

8 Tours team on 579 3981 or Free quotes! Ph Mark 543 3670 Email- info@no8tours.co.nz or 021 0273 8840

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

Visit us.

OPEN: Monday-FridayÊ8.00am-5.30pmÊÊÊ SaturdayÊ9.00am-5.00pm

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 TREE SHRUB and hedges trimming, topping removal, rubbish removal, palm pruning or removal, satisfaction guaranteed free quote. Ph Steve Hockly 571 5958 or 027 498 18570 WATERBLASTING driveways, block walls, houses, roofs, $70 per hour. Ph 021 206 1133

transport DRIVING MISS DAISY – available for all! Special needs are catered for including assistance with a walker or wheelchair. Ask for us if you have an injury and have ACC subsidized transportation needs.

Safe, friendly, reliable service. Ph Jackie from Driving Miss Daisy 552 6614

WOW - WORLD OF WEARABLE ARTS (Wellington) - A must do includes door to door service, all entrance fees included and tickets, return transport, top accommodation in Wellington, The thrill of Fashion, design, light, sound, theatre, and dance. A great trip. We drop you home again.

All dinners included. Contact The Hinterland Tours Team on 575 8118 or 027 235 7714 to book & full details

WEDDINGS, PARTIES, MEETINGS etc. With stunning Harbour views, fully licensed bar & kitchen onsite. Restaurant open every Friday from 5pm & Sunday from 4.30pm. Tauranga Fish & Dive Club, 60 Cross Rd, Sulphur Point. Ph 571 8450 or text 027 318 5760 www.tfdc.co.nz

Arataki Primary School Year 5-6 girls’ rugby team are the new Western Bay of Plenty Primary School Girls Rugby 10s champions after winning 42-nil to Fairhaven School.

Nine teams competed at the girls’ rugby tournament at Papamoa’s Gordon Spratt Reserve on Friday, August 21.

Photos by Jos Mason.

Zyleika Smith from Papamoa Primary School attacks the Ngongotaha School defence.

education

Know what you’re doing Know what you’re doing Day Skipper Maritime VHF Operator Certificate Boatmaster For local course information: Phone 0800 40 80 90 or visit www.boatingeducation.org.nz For local course information: Phone 0800 40 80 90 or visit www.boatingeducation.org.nz

cars wanted

Buyers of Damaged, Unloved & Unwanted Vehicles

Great NZ People who are Honest Vehicle Buyers Follow us on Facebook

0800 382 828

situations vacant

venues FOR WEDDINGS, FUNCTIONS OR MEETINGS+ check out No.1 The Strand, a beautiful historic setting.

Email: bookings@no1thestrand.co.nz or www.no1thestrand.co.nz

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

lost pet

Alyssa Jackson from Papamoa Primary School makes a break down the wing.

situations vacant

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