The Weekend Sun 31 December 2015

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A Kiwi, an Aussie, two Canadians, an Englishman and an American travel India in a tuk tuk. It sounds like the start of a bad joke.

But it’s no joke, and it’s all for a good cause.

The six entrepreneurs are packing their bags to travel 3500km up India to raise funds for Cool Earth and XXX. It’s called the Rickshaw Run, which

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Tauranga’s Nathan Buchan and his team will take a gruelling 3500km on 7hp tuk tuks from the south of the country to the north-west, a two to three week trip covering 120km to 180km per day.

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New Year’s Dishonours

Saluting those who made dubious contributions to humanity in 2015 It’s that time of the year again, well the end of it, to be precise, when we honour those who have made the last 12 months memorable, entertaining and generally saved us from the dreary humdrum of life on the planet.

Take a cynical stroll down memory lane with Rogers Rabbits as we recount some of the highlights, but mainly lowlights, of another year of the human race behaving mostly like twats.

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In 2015 Gareth Morgan continued to hate cats. Woolly crochet pants made a comeback (were they ever in?) and Kiwi drivers found a way to prevent reckless tourist driving, by confiscating car keys.

There was quite a lot of gunfire during the year, especially in the US, where mass shootings seem to be a weekly occurrence.

France took a bit of a hammering, too, with 12 gunned down and 11 injured in an attack on the Charlie Hebdo magazine; then the world was stunned with a series of bombings and shootings in Paris killing 130 in November.

Handguns killed 48 people in Japan, eight in Britain, 34 in Switzerland, 52 in Canada, 42 in West Germany and 10,728 in the United States. Which suggests that perhaps handguns are out of control in the USA. Although here at RR, we wonder if it simply means Americans are better shots.

Unwanted invaders

Europe continues to grapple with a massive refugee crisis; although it could be worse, Kim Dotcom hasn’t arrived yet.

And speaking of aliens, the Bay of Plenty rallied against invasion of the Brown Marmorated Stink Bug. The BMSB, as it known to its friends, is one the kiwifruit industry’s ‘most unwanted’ biosecurity threat after the Queensland fruit fly and Justin Bieber.

Throughout the year the country has either anguished or ignored the discussion over whether we need a new flag; and if so, what should it look like. It’s fair to say that no

matter the result, 71 per cent of people won’t agree with 67 per cent.

A nasty oil spill in the harbour made quite a stink and took most of the year to clean up.

It messed up wharves and marinas and got all over former AC/DC drummer Phil Rudd’s boat when he’d already had a difficult year.

Cycleway success

We applied the Rogers Rabbits Sensibility Meter to the city council decision to decline funding for a cycleway, from Otumoetai to the Wairoa River. The sensibility meter went berserk…the council pulled a U-turn and decided it would crank on with helping fund the bike track. A happy ending there.

In April, 8000 died in Nepal after a 7.8 earthquake. Alaska rolled into 2015 on a high, legalising marijuana.

And speaking of highness, The Duchess of Cambridge so elegantly popped out an 8.3 pounder, Her Royal Highness Princess Charlotte Elizabeth Diana.

Every year, her uncle looks even more like James Hewitt.

Beamed up

Hairy Maclary and his friends were immortalised in statues on The Strand.

Leonard Nimoy, aka Spock, was beamed up in February.

The world also lost BB King, Dusty Rhodes, Omar Sharif, Christopher Lee and Jonah Lomu.

Donna Douglas, who played Elly May Clampett, in The Beverly Hillbillies, died aged 81. Incidentally, several of the shows from 1964 still rate among the mostwatched TV programmes ever made, with the exception of the Super Bowls.

Halfway through the year the magnificent new TEL expressway opened and NASA’s flashy New Horizon spaceship completed a drive-by of Pluto, giving anyone who cares a close-up look at the planet.

Real news was displaced for several weeks while the world obsessed with transgender Bruce Jenner who turned his-self into a girl.

Snoop Dogg summed it up well, but took a social slapping, for calling him a “science project”.

Former US president Jimmy Carter got cancer, then cured it. TV3 finally cured itself of ‘Campbell Live’.

Good results

NZ youngsters scored free GP visits for children under 13, parental leave was increased and the pollies negotiated the Trans-Pacific Partnership Agreement and signed a free trade deal with Korea.

NZ won the rugby world cup, again.

Crime in NZ went down 4.2 per cent.

Pope Francis became the first pontiff to visit the USA in 50 years.

He was one of the three people in the USA who weren’t shot at this year.

Climate comics

Yet another climate change agreement is approved in Paris, by a whole bunch of people who flew there in gas-guzzling aeroplanes. Meanwhile back in Tauranga, NIWA confirms the sea level here hasn’t changed in 42 years.

And despite the fact the sea levels aren’t rising, there’s been a rash of water tragedies and it’s still a good idea to wear a lifejacket, have several means of waterproof communication and check the weather forecast before going boating. Join the Coastguard. Take care out there.

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The news will continue to roll into the New Year and the Sun newspaper will be back with bells on, in the first week.

Meanwhile, your ever-faithful 24/7 news service, SunLive, will keep you informed of the Bay’s big stories and breaking news right through the summer.

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India or bust by tuk tuk Mount Maunganui’s Nathan Buchan is leaping into the New Year. He leaves NZ tomorrow to join an international team of entrepreneurs travelling 3500km up India by tuk tuk to raise funds for Cool Earth and XXX. It’s been a great two years since the 25-year-old looked at his job, his life path, and thought: ‘I don’t want that’.

He was talking about being a plumber for the rest of his life. That was the path he was on. He got off it.

“After getting into personal development I realised anything is possible if you put your mind to it. I thought about what I wanted out of life, and travel motivated me the most.

“I researched how to make money through blogs, and started sharing my passion for travel when I went on holiday.”

As Nathan started collecting followers online – he has close to 15,000 across different platforms – he began selling affiliate offers online, referring people to different programs, like the platform he uses for his blog.

It paid off. Nathan had a modest figure in mind to fund his travelling lifestyle. He’s now earning eight times that goal.

“There’s 1.4 billion active monthly users on Facebook; so it’s very easy to leverage the internet compared to trying to run a small physical Mount Maunganui’s Nathan Buchan is leaping into 2016 with a 3500km fundraising journey travelling up India by tuk.

business at home. “That’s how I work from my laptop, it’s quite simple because of the numbers.” And ‘World Nate’ is worth following. The 25-yearold has a maturity well beyond his years. On Facebook and at speaking events where he talks about being a full-time traveller he says things like: “You must secure your oxygen mask first, or you will never be in a position to give back”. And people love him, posting comments like: “You were the speaker that fired us up the most!”

By his own admission he’s been selfish for two years. “I got successful being quite selfish. For anyone that wants to be successful I feel you’re allowed to be selfish in the beginning so you get successful; and then you’re in a position to help others.”

And helping others is how he’s starting 2016. Travelling Third World countries inspired him to join the Rickshaw Run, an event that supports Cool Earth in dealing with the deforestation in India.

“I’m joining another Kiwi, an Aussie, two Canadians, an Englishman, and an American on the run; and our fundraising will be split between Cool Earth, for their work, and world teacher aide, to build a school in Africa.”

There are three Rickshaw Runs, and Nathan and his team have opted for a gruelling 3500km on 7hp tuk tuks from Cochin in the south of India to Jaisalmer in the north-west. It’s two to three weeks covering 120km-180km per day.

The team will document their progress of Snapchat, Instagram, Periscope, Facebook, blogs, and a four-part video series.

To follow Nathan’s progress, see www.facebook.com/worldnate To support the fundraiser, visit www. gofundme.com/ruggedaid Karolyn Timarkos

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A simple vision, but challenging Nineteen-year-old trainee teacher Courtney Tilby has a vision.

“I want to ensure ever child in Ohlen will be in school.” It sounds like a simple vision, but the challenges are staggering.

Ohlen is Ohlen Mataso, just outside of Port Vila in Vanuatu – one of the many communities struggling to survive after being hit by Cyclone Pam in March, which has made life for residents that much harder.

Courtney was volunteering in the community when the cyclone hit, and knows first-hand what it’s about.

“It’s very basic education the community needs,” says Courtney. At the moment about half the children are in school. “Some can’t afford it, some don’t have a school uniform, and some can’t fill out the forms.”

From January 2-10 Courtney is leading a group of volunteers on the first of four planned trips in 2016. The focus of this trip will be on education.

“We’re going through the whole community and doing a stock-take about what the barriers are for each individual family. We need to tackle the education thing from two ends.”

Officially education is free in Vanuatu, so there are no school fees. “But the Government isn’t giving any money to the schools to provide free education, so the schools need the parents to contribute otherwise we they no materials or resources to do anything with.” The trouble is, the parents

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Pilot Bay closed for swimming Pilot Bay was closed to swimmers recently due to a possible wastewater contamination.

Tauranga City Council issued a notice saying the beach was closed before water quality tests were carried out.

The incident happened about 5am on December 23, when a ship at the Port of Tauranga was taking on water into its wastewater tanks and bilge pumps were pumping into the harbour.

Water quality testing took place along Pilot Bay, Sandy Bay and Harbour Bridge Marina.

Two-car crash at McDonald’s Police are investigating a recent two-car crash at a McDonald’s drive-thru on Tauranga’s 11th Ave. Emergency services were called just after 9am on December 23. A caller to the 0800 SUNLIVE news hotline says one of the vehicles was in the entrance way to McDonald’s.

“One of the vehicles has crossed the median strip and crossed over to the southbound lane. The other car has crashed in to the McDonald’s sign.”

Papamoa renovation up in flames A Papamoa couple are grateful to have made it out of a house fire with their dog and Christmas family memories.

Peter and Karina Gulik were having their gas hot water cylinder replaced when a fire took hold in the ceiling of their Santa Monica Drive home just before 12pm on December 22.

“We were in the last stage of renovating the house,” says Peter.

“One of the last steps was to replace the gas hot water cylinder. The plumber arrived at 9.15am and was in the process of finishing the job and welding the pipes together when a spark just went somewhere.

“The next thing was, he was screaming at us to get out of the house.”

Bay comms firm step in Tauranga firm Global Comms Ltd is stepping in to rescue former Intagr8 customers left stranded following the telco company’s collapse.

Auckland-based Intagr8 fell in to liquidation in December, owing Vodafone at least $1.7 million according to reports in the ‘National Business Review’.

Global Comms director Haeg Pettersen says Intagra8 customers are now facing signing up to long-term contracts they have not had the opportunity to properly assess.

“Global Comms are trying to see if we can help customers with the best solution, instead of being forced to re-sign services with suppliers giving 24-48 hours for reconnection terms.”

SunLive Comment of the Week Following the recent Mauao Street Art Festival, one SunLive commenter remarked:

“This is genuinely cool, but I feel that it would prove more effective if all the pieces were visible to people walking in the street, not just for employees parking their cars at the back of buildings”.

Nineteen-year old Courtney Tilby is leading four volunteer trips to Vanuatu in January 2016 to help out the community of Ohlen Mataso in Vanuatu.

Lions looking for book donations Mount Manganui Lions and Lionesses are calling for donations for their Book Fair to be held during Auckland Anniversary weekend in January.

They’re looking for good quality books, puzzles, CDs, DVDs, and vinyl records.

Drop-off points are The Mount

Mainstreet office in the Phoenix carpark Monday to Friday from 8.30am-5pm, or Car Air B.O.P. Ltd, 138 Newton St, Mount Maunganui Monday to Friday from 8am-5pm.

Items can also be collected.

Phone Christine 07 575 2144, Stella 07 575 0685, or Pam 07 543 0708.

often don’t have any money.

“Unemployment is high, and those who do have jobs don’t get paid a lot.”

According to a Massey University report this year, the average monthly household wage in Vanuatu is $200. That money doesn’t go far. A litre of petrol is $1.70, a litre of milk $2.87, a loaf of bread $3.55, and a kilogram of bananas is $10.52. Items like chicken are a luxury, at $21.03 per kilogram, as are tomatoes at $15.78 per kilogram, and cheese at $24.98 per kilogram.

“The average cost of a one-bedroom apartment outside the city is $460 a month, which is why the community of Ohlen Mataso live in homes made from salvaged materials with dirt floors.”

Courtney is taking a two-pronged approach to achieving her goal. “One is about supporting the family to do whatever they need to do to get the kids to school.

“The other is about working with the local school about supporting them so they’re not having to charge families a fee to attend either. We focus on things they can do without the need for expensive resources.”

The community is launching its first microenterprise in January, a co-op of women making souvenirs out of recycled rubbish.

“We will be teaching business planning and new skills around the arts and crafts side of it.

“When those women get savvy about how to run a small business it will help them to mentor the next lot of women to run their businesses.”

Three more trips in 2016 are planned for April 23-May 1, July 9-17, and October 1-9.

Karolyn Timarkos

Tauranga pool inspections looming

Tauranga pool owners have until February to ensure their pool fencing complies with council rules.

Tauranga City Council is sending letters to 2500 pool owners to advise them pool fencing inspections will begin in 2016. Each letter will be accompanied by a checklist pool owners can use to assess the safety of their pool fencing. Pool inspections will be carried out by suburb from February 2016.

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Inspiring visitors and locals alike Courtney McMahon and Jess King may have been born in different cities, but they share something in common – a passionate love of Mount Maunganui.

They are two of six Summer Ambassadors spreading important summer messages about liquor-free zones, buses, events, and New Year’s Eve information, from 10am-4.30pm daily until January 10 (excluding Christmas Day).

Based at the Hits Beach Base below Mount Drury, the young advisors will also be handing out summer passports and other giveaways to beachgoers.

Jess had “a vague memory” in her mind of seeing Summer Ambassadors when she was a child.

After returning home from studying Musical

Theatre in Melbourne, she waited patiently for the job ad to be posted, and applied straight away.

“This job is so much fun, we have all of this great stuff around us and we get to share it with everyone else.

“It’s a really cool vibe and nice to share our knowledge and fun and joy with everybody.

“I love this town, I love this city.”

Courtney has just completed her studies in Tourism and Event Management at the Bay of Plenty Polytechnic, so Summer Ambassador was a logical next step.

“This job couldn’t suit me better, helping out at events and offering customer service. It’s a great summer job.”

The Hits Beach Bach will also be running next to the Beach Base, with radio host Will Johnston presenting live from the site running games and giveaways – and of course the popular, free, daily midday barbecue.

For more information, visit www.tauranga.govt.nz or the Hey Tauranga Facebook page.

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Courtney McMahon and Jess King are all fired up to get visitors and locals fired up about what’s on offer at Mount Maunganui and Tauranga during summer.

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Extra special Papamoa Market Day Papamoa Lions is holding a special Papamoa Lions Market Family Fun Day, on Saturday, January 2 at Simpson Reserve.

There’ll be the usual stalls with all manner of goodies, plus family entertainment. All proceeds raised will be split between two very worthwhile causes, St. John and the Fire Service.

Adam McLaughlin from Papamoa Lions Publicity says the Lions Markets at Simpson Reserve have been very successful and the Lions want to thank all the stallholders for their support during the last year.

“There are over 200 free car parks next to “The market has enabled us to help the area where the market will the community by making grants to a be, so parking problems variety of charitable causes, including currently plaguing the Waipuna Hospice, Vanuatu Disaster “all manner Simpson Street Reserve Relief Fund, The Nepalese Relief of goodies, should be nonFund, and Scholarships for existent.”

Excellence at Papamoa College. plus family Papamoa Lions would The club has also helped a number of Papamoa youths achieve their entertainment” like to wish all stallholder and market goers a own personal goals.” wonderful New Year. “We The markets have been so successful hope 2016 is a great year for everyone. Be they are moving to a bigger venue. From sure to come down and check us out in Sunday, February 14, 2016, the markets our new home at Gordon Spratt Reserve will be held at Gordon Spratt Reserve, from February 14.” adjacent to the soccer fields.

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NEW HOUSES FROM $235,000 What do motocross and super saloons have in common? Speed. And there’ll be plenty of fast-paced action at Metal Man Recyclers Baypark Family Speedway to start the New Year.

The thrills and spills begin on January 4, when the South Pacific Super Saloon Car Championship and FMX Show rolls onto the terracotta track.

Baypark Family Speedway promoter Bernie Gillon says one of Australia’s top super saloon car drivers is visiting from across the ditch to compete in the championship, alongside more than 30 others.

Sprint cars and saloon cars and more will also make their way onto the track.

Tauranga’s freestyle motocross riders Luke Price and Nick Franklin will headline the FMX Show, performing their impressive antics hanging off the

handle bars of an airborne motorbike in front of their home crowd.

“They put on a great show,” says Bernie.

And the action continues on January 6, when the New Zealand Sprint Car Championships is welcomed onto the track.

“It’s one of the biggest race meetings of the season,” says Bernie.

“This is all of the best sprint car drivers from throughout NZ, and a couple from overseas, racing at Baypark for the title of the NZ champion.

“We don’t get this event here often because it travels all around the country, so we’re very fortunate to have it this year; it’ll be a massive event.”

Bernie says the Kid’s Zone has also been expanded, with trampolines and more. “So there’s a lot of family fun to be had.”

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Tauranga swimmer causing a stir When it comes to making waves in a pool remember this name – Louis Fitzjohn.

The 11-year-old swims for the Greerton Swimming Club and certainly knows how to make a splash in the pool.

The youngster came home with a bucketload of medals from this month’s Bay of Plenty Junior Swimming Championships.

He managed to medal an incredible 11 times from 12 finals at the two-day meet at the Rotorua Aquatic Centre at the weekend.

Greerton Swimming Club head coach Tai Daniela is pleased with Louis’ progress.

“He’s diligent in his training. So he’s one of those kids, when he comes in [to train], he comes in to do things well.

He likes to concentrate on his technique a lot, which is the way we like to encourage

[our swimmers] to go.” The Tauranga Intermediate pupil managed to break a meet record in the 100m long course butterfly as well as a breaking a Bay of Plenty record in the 50m butterfly for his age group.

Tai is impressed with the youngster breaking the Bay record. “For his 100 fly his time was 1.16.82 and for the 50 fly it was a 32.40.

“His old time was a 34.67 – so that’s quite a big drop. His rhythm was really nice in the fly.”

The coach says the club performed solidly at the weekend meet.

“Across the board I thought the kids all stepped up really well. I think Louis was one of the big notable ones who got a lot of personal success.

“There were a couple of others in there as well. Both the Pugh boys Ian and Elliott picked up medals.”

So does Tai, 37, who has been coaching at the club for eight years think Louis has the potential to swim for his country?

Louis Fitzjohn is swimming to success.

“At the age of 11 that’s pretty early to call.

I’d say he’s definitely got the ability to be a national medallist in the next couple of years. However, even that’s a long, long way away.”

What Tai was quick to reiterate Bay of Plenty had a lot of depth when it came to swimming. “I think we’ve got a good crop of young swimmers coming through in Louis’ age group.

“There was another kid who was really quick as well and there are a few other kids from different clubs who are stepping up.”

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FARES: $15 return | $10 one way out of the event zone only New Year’s Eve bus tickets can be purchased from your driver on the night (cash only) or from: • • • • •

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After 1pm on New Year’s Eve, Bayhopper buses that normally service the Mount road closure area will drop passengers off at the free Park ‘n’ Ride. Normal services resume on New Year’s Day.

We’re providing an additional free Park ‘n’ Ride service.

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Park your car and take the free bus from Blake Park into the Mount Maunganui event zone.

Park ‘n’ Ride runs from 11am on New Year’s Eve to 2am on New Year’s Day. Pick up and drop off at Kawaka Street and Adams Ave. Drop off only at Salisbury Ave.

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Lots of goodness this New Year’s Eve With so much fun taking place in this wonderful city of ours you definitely won’t want to be anywhere else this New Year’s Eve. Tauranga City Council’s NYE programme features live music, family-friendly entertainment, comedy, fireworks and more in a liquor and vehicle-free zone around the Mount main beach, Papamoa and the CBD.

Mayor Stuart Crosby says no matter who you are, this summer’s NYE celebrations will have something for everyone.

“Our events team is working hard to ensure everyone can enjoy a safe environment for an unforgettable start to the New Year.”

Get the night started right with delicious food created by top local chefs at Dinner in the Domain in Papamoa, from 5.30pm-9pm.

For the little ones, the New Year will be welcomed in with fireworks from a barge on Tauranga’s Waterfront at 9.30pm, then again at midnight those wanting to celebrate in the CBD. Over at Mount Drury, a range of family-friendly performances, movies and more at the Mount Drury Family Stage from 6.30pm-9.30pm.

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While over on the iHeart Beach Stage by the Mount toilet block it’s an EDM dream with DJ Lyrakill and a host of other great DJs continuing the celebration until 1am.

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Track along for some railway fun As a youngster Rob Thompson loved model trains – and not much has changed for the 76-year-old. In fact, he’s hoping to pass that passion on to his grandson Larkin Thompson.

There will be no better place to show off that passion than at this year’s Tauranga Model Railway Show. It is the 24th model railway show and will run from January 8-10 at the Mount Maunganui College from 9am to 4pm – and Rob says there will be plenty to whet the appetite of model railway enthusiasts.

“We have clubs from different parts of New Zealand come in and bring their train sets. We’ll probably have up to at least a dozen sets running.

“We’ll have displays of people making things. Like we solder up our own wagons and things like that and make our own trees and so forth.”

Passion for model trains began at an early age for Rob but didn’t really get into model trains until he become a day. “I can remember when my children were young we started into model trains then. I was probably about 25. So I’ve been doing it for about 50 years and I’ve still got a lot to learn.”He may think that but the Tauranga Model Railway Club member is now sharing that passion with his eight-year-old

Club members Rob Thomson, Graham O’Riordan, and their grandsons Larkin Thomson, 8, and Corben O’Riordan, 6.

A quick, free getaway from reality More than 30 free camping zones exist around the Western Bay of Plenty.

Many of us enjoy a long, lazy break during the holiday season, but spare a thought for others who have only a day or two off before heading back to the grindstone.

If you’re in that category, it’s possible to get away without using up all your time off on travel. Go local.

There are a number of free camping areas around the Bay for those with self-contained motorhomes.

A site may only be five minutes away from your house, but miles away from your cares.

Within the Tauranga City boundaries you can head to the carpark at Memorial Park, Greerton Park on Oropi Rd, the internal carpark at Fergusson Park in Matua, the carpark area in front of offices, apartment complex and café at Marine Park in Sulphur Point, or the Waikareao Foreshore Reserve in Judea.

Further afield you’ll find freedom camping at Tuna Ave in Waihi Beach, Bowentown Reserve, and at 10 locations in Katikati, nine next to the Kaimai Ranges, four in Te Puke, and three in Maketu.

See www.bayofplentynz.com/main/camping It’s a first come-first serve basis. Mobile homes are permitted to stay for a maximum two consecutive nights per calendar month in any one location. Vehicle numbers allowed at one campsite vary, so check signs at the location. Mobile homes must be legally parked at all times, and must display a certified self-containment sticker on the front windscreen of the mobile home.

grandson Larkin. “He comes and plays on my train set.” Rob has his train set up at home and says it’s a great way to keep him active and out of his wife’s hair he jokes.

“A lot of the times when I annoy her she tells me to go and play with my train set.”

The Tauranga Model Railway Show is January 8-10 at Mount Maunganui College, Maunganui Rd, from 9am-4pm daily. Adults $7, children $3, family $20.

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health & beauty ORGANICS Keeping the ink vibrant in summer For some people getting a tattoo is about fitting in with the crowd or being a rebel.

For others, it’s about expressing themselves through an art form that will be with them for the rest of their lives.

start thinking ‘oh, I better get that finished’ or ‘gee, I don’t want anyone to see that’.”

Kevinjohn quite often suggests to his clients they get their work done in autumn or winter. This is when skin is at its best to accept ink due to not being weathered by too much sun or sunburn.

“The skin needs time to heal and the tattoo can settle in to your skin before being subjected to the sun. It’s not just immediate aftercare that ensures a good tattoo, but also being aware that the sun plays a part in fading the ink via the UV rays much like the way laser removal works.

“When I talk with clients about aftercare, I suggest that Bepanthen is used through the initial healing

process, and then sunscreen as a moisturiser/protection to prolong and preserve the life of their work.”

To those who’ve decided that now summer is upon us and it’s time to get some ink, Kevinjohn has the following advice.

“Please do yourself, and your artist a favour: cover-up in the sun, use sunscreen, and take heed of what your artist suggests, for it’s certainly in your best interest.”

While Kevinjohn does work on revamping old and sun damaged tattoos, he’d much rather be doing something new and fresh that he hopes his clients can wear proudly and look after “because as we know tattoos are for life”.

The name's changed; but we haven't.

For whatever reason you decide to get inked, Papamoa tattooist Kevinjohn Barry says people need to think about the timing of getting a tattoo.

“Something I’ve noticed in my time tattooing is that for some reason people seem to be really keen to get their tattoos around mid-spring/summer time.

“I think it’s because they’ve been rugged up all winter and as the clothes slowly come off with the warmer weather, they start noticing the old/ unfinished work or lack of tattoos on themselves and

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Last year I attended a golf school. One of the participants was an Irishman who hit the white ball with incredible gusto achieving prodigious distances.

The school provided breakfast.

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For those of you unaware of this particular diet it’s based on eating a normal diet five days a week then restricting food intake by about one quarter on two non-consecutive days.

As part of his regimen he’d lowered his intake of carbohydrates and increased protein and good fats. A winning combination to fight obesity – which he had.

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5:2 diet and carry a supply of Carb Blockers on my person.

It’s now become a ritual at the golf club after a game. One of our number is a mad hot chip consumer. Of course we have to join him. My job is to hand around the Carb Blockers.

During this period I have not weighed myself, but can report my belt is three notches smaller. Have a great Christmas and we have these Carb Blockers on special.

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& beauty

Wheel freedom at the beach If you have a friend or family member with a disability, give them one of the greatest gifts this holiday season – the taste of salt water on their lips while they swish around in the surf.

has different use options – not all are complicated or require lots of helpers.

“People can take someone for a walk along the beach – that’s simple and people don’t need to know how to use it or have multiple people involved.

“They could easily take their family or friend for walk along the shore, with their toes brushing the water.”

But Cherryl has also trained the Hibiscus staff to take people out for a surf – “the chair is free to use but you have to pay the cost of a casual surf lesson”.

Plus, she’s organised on the first Saturday in February, March and April 2016, where Hibiscus will offer a Surf ’s Up day specific for disable people.

“These events will be free – where we ask surfers to assist disabled people to get out in the surf.

Cherryl says the chair

Last summer The Halberg Disability Sport Foundation and the Flight Centre Foundation donated a beach wheelchair to the Bay of Plenty.

This summer Halberg disability sport adviser Cherryl Thompson wants to see it hit the sand daily – it’s based at Hibiscus Surf School at Mount Main Beach for free use. “Last year we received a lot of enquiries but not many people used the resource. I think because it was new and people didn’t know about it or how to use it,” says Cherryl.

“That’s why we need people to know it is free to use – they just pay a bond which is returned to them when they return the chair, as long as Surfer Janette Barclay used the Bay’s beach it’s not damaged.” wheelchair last summer and reclaimed her Cherryl says the love of salt water swimming. Photo: Tracy Hardy. beach wheelchair

allows families to plan a special day for their family member – and give them something they may not have experienced for years.

“It’s down there for locals – or if you’re coming to town – say: “Hey what about on Saturday we all go to the beach for a picnic and we go and get the chair for a few hours in the morning, go walk on the beach, go for swim and take Uncle out?’

“You can go into the water with floating chair, with help from family members – and how many people you need to facilitate this would depend on the person’s disability level.

“We want it to be used by the community, because that’s what it’s been donated for.”

Last year’s Surf Up day saw Janette return to the water after 30 years.

“She was a triathlete but now has multiple sclerosis. So her being able to taste the sea, feel the water and taste salt in her mouth was amazing.”

Janette has written a poem about her experience.

“I enjoyed the new seaworthy chair, The Flight Centre Foundation gave, Looking forward to this summer, The mental situations it will save!

“The chair took me right in the sea, It floated when water got deep, Transferring to surfboard was easy, This knowledge we need to keep!”

“And this is what it’s all about,” says Cherryl.

Stories showcase hospital’s patient care Further improving the quality of patient care in the Bay of Plenty is the focus of a report which has been released this month.

The Bay of Plenty District Health Board’s 2015 Quality Account focuses on its continued commitment to improvement and excellence in patient care.

This year, the third year it has been published, the BOPDHB’s Quality Account has been produced in a less formal manner to increase its appeal to the public.

It showcases the stories and people behind the DHB’s quality improvement journey and their passion for what they do.

Anyone who has an interest in healthcare in the Bay of Plenty is invited to view it.

BOPDHB Chief Executive Officer Phil Cammish says the account gives the public assurance and confidence.

“Quality Accounts describe what an organisation does well regarding its patient care, where improvements can be made, and plans for that improvement in the coming year. It aims to enhance accountability and

augment quality improvement.

“This account tracks our progress towards agreed goals and allows us to compare ourselves with both our colleague DHBs in New Zealand and against international best practice. It’s published annually as part of the suite of reports produced by the DHB including its annual report to Parliament.”

The BOPDHB 2015 Quality Account is available online and hard copies will be distributed around hospital waiting rooms at Tauranga and Whakatane, and to other healthcare establishments in the Bay of Plenty.

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Fun run and walks on Tuesdays Get fit, enjoy some great scenery, and make new friends every Tuesday night on a Fun Run and Walk around the Mauao base track.

Meet at the Mount Ocean Sports Club from 5.15pm. Walkers start from 5.30pm, runners 6pm. The $5 entry fee includes a free drink and spot prize draw after the event. For more information, phone 021 383 354.

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Make a plan for shopping in the sale season Holiday shopping can be both fun and frantic. Fun sifting through the bargains, frantic doing it among crowds of people.

Here are a few ways we came up with to avoid the New Year shopping rush.

Go early. The crowds only get bigger and patience thins as hours tick by, so rise and shine promptly and get shopping!

Shop locally, instead of in a mall. There’s usually shorter checkout lines and thinner crowds at smaller businesses.

Plan ahead

Go in with a plan. Make a list of what you want to buy before tackling the stores. This can decrease the amount

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of time spent wandering the stores and gets you in and out quick.

Don’t take a trolley. A big trolley can get in the way, so opt for a basket instead.

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Leave the kids at home.

Perhaps ask them to write their shopping requests on a list and send mum or dad in. It’s faster that way. If you have to take them, ditch the pram.

There’s no way you can manoeuvre it through the aisles jam-packed with people. Chuck them over your shoulder instead.

And if you were thinking of taking Grandma do bear in mind the queues and long times on the feet.

Maybe get their items while they babysit.

Stock up on your winter goods in summertime Be a savvy shopper and protect your pennies by snagging some winter bargains in summer.

Buy winter clothes in January.

While everybody’s shopping for summer dresses and miniskirts, grab yourself a bargain in the

winter deals. This can include raincoats, coats, jeans, pants and maxi skirts.

It’s also a good idea to stock up on all of those winter necessities, including the hot water bottle, heaters, and fluffy socks. Stores tend to drop the

prices to make room for new winter merchandise.

Jewellery is good to buy in February. Two words: Valentine’s Day. Whether you’ve got a special someone in mind to buy for, you’re bound to find a bargain.

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A date with drifting They fix them, fiddle with them; live and breath them.

Huge chunks of incomes go on mags, blowoff valves, spoilers, rotary engines, and sound systems. But they’re not cars, they’re a lifestyle for some men.

And in a “if you can’t beat ‘em join ‘em” statement the women have muscled in on the act.

Like Tauranga’s Jodie Verhulst. She just loves the thrill of throwing a car sideways through a corner at 200km.

She’s one of NZ’s top female drifters competing in the Demon Energy D1NZ National Drifting Championship, as round two heats up at ASB Baypark, on January 8-9.

Jodie, 27, got behind the wheel of her boyfriend Drew Donovan’s car six years ago - now she loves the thrill of throwing a car sideways through a corner at 200km. “I grew up with a ‘petrol-head’ brother and a mechanic father, so there wasn’t a lot of chance of being anything different.”

Jodie and Drew will rub shoulders

with more than 60 of the world’s best drifters in the Demon Energy D1NZ National Drifting Championship.

Round 2 at ASB Baypark coincides with the championships-only event, with competitors driving a tight and technical circuit in the evening.

Tauranga drivers Cole Armstrong, Adam Davies, Dave Steedman and Calvin Clark will also line up. Fans will see new cars, new drivers, a Demon Energy Freestyle FMX Show, car Show ‘n’ Shine, kid’s zone, trade stands, free pit-walk and door-to-door battle action. Gates open 10.30am Friday and 11am Saturday. Tickets at d1nz.com The Weekend Sun has two double passes to the January 9 event to give away to two lucky readers who tell us what Jodie’s partner’s name is?

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Let’s make Rena a dive site A lot has been written about the Rena. The clean-up team finishes in February, and unless someone wants to bankroll the rest of the wreck being removed, it’s staying right where it is.

And I’ll stick my neck out and say I’m okay with that, understand some of you aren’t and I understand the reasons why. But unless you have a very big wallet, stay it will. Maybe you have friends with very big wallets?

If it had run aground in the harbour it would be a no-brainer; it would have posed a navigation hazard, but what remains at Astrolabe isn’t. The reef itself is more dangerous.

So it’s probably time we considered what’s going to happen next year when the exclusion zone is lifted.

I’ve seen lots of the wreck footage; it looks like a thousand other underwater shipwrecks. Some of the guys working the wreck are regulars in the shop, so we are well informed as to what is happening at the site.

We have been invited to come and see it for ourselves, which Jared and I are going to do soon so we can talk about it first-hand. But until then, the

footage will have to do.

There are two main areas left. A small area of wreckage at 12m off the side of the reef which contains some of the bow section along with two 120-tonne pieces, including the bow thruster tunnel. These will be safe and interesting dives for the novices and experienced alike.

The remains of the aft section start at 25m and drops down to 60m at the rudder with the ship lying on it’s side. This is a more technical dive and certainly not for beginners, but as long as you watch your depth and keep out of the wreck it should be safe. Some smaller pieces are scattered around at various depths and places, but the main parts are these two areas.

The videos show something common to the majority of all wreck sites. An abundance of fish life, with the wreck itself becoming covered in seaweed and sea critters. If it were toxic, it would be barren, but it’s clearly not. There are large Kingi hanging around and the crayfish are starting to move in.

All signs of a ‘healthy’ wreck. There is more life on Astrolabe than before the Rena went aground, that’s for sure.

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Lifejackets – service them, take them, wear them Lifejackets, they’re a rule not a choice.

The flotation devices are a legal requirement for everyone on board.

Remember, lifejackets only work if you wear them. The Safer Boating Forum has released guidelines showing safer use of inflatable lifejackets, following concerns they sometimes fail because they’re not getting serviced. If you’re opting for an inflatable lifejacket, don’t forget to regularly check the CO2 cylinders for corrosion.

The jacket bladders need to be inflated at least every year to ensure they don’t leak when needed.

“The aim is to help save lives of recreational boaties by helping

manually, and usually leave them them choose the correct lifejackets; up for 24 hours. They should stay and, crucially, to know how and up, then just pack them away. “It’s when to service them,” says forum certainly worth people chair Lindsay Sturt. keeping on Tauranga Volunteer Coastguard top of recommends people service their own jackets.

“They can service them themselves, but after every couple of years they should get them serviced by a qualified serviceman,” says Tauranga Coastguard operations manager Simon Barker. “But you can check them over for corrosion.

Coastguard NZ CEO Patrick Holmes urges “Blow them up boaties to wear lifejackets.

them; because when you need them is the worst time to find out they are not working.” Information on how to service inflatable lifejackets is at Coastguard’s station Sulphur Point.

Coastguard NZ’s CEO Patrick Holmes says the Christmas and New Year period is always a busy time for volunteers, who can’t stress enough the importance

of wearing lifejackets. “By wearing your lifejacket you’re giving yourself the best chance of survival because accidents are by definition unpredictable, and it is extremely difficult to put on a lifejacket once you are in the water.

“Take them and wear them; they’re your best protection when the unexpected happens.”

Wash and shine your whole fleet in a jiffy Where do you go to wash the boat, the car, the truck, and the dog? Wash n Shine on Parton Rd caters for all.

boat after a day on the briny, the kids can wash the dog. “The self-service area includes vacuums, tyre silicon, fragrance, and paper towels. We like to offer everything you could need,” says Vicki. The automatic “It’s a wash facility with one automatic drive-through car wash takes credit card. The self-serve bays feature a change machine that takes notes, coins, or credit station, and three covered self-serve bays,” says Vicki card, and gives tokens to Lawrence of the operate the service.“Wash service she co-owns n Shine is open 24/7, so with husband Alan. that’s great in summer.

On the outside of You don’t have to wash the building is a tall your car in the heat of the boom, and that’s great day, which is bad for you, news for those with and bad for the car.” a larger set of wheels.

The service is also “You can wash a bus, environmentally friendly. a truck, a caravan, or “We’ve put in a very big something that’s too recycle plant. None of the large for the underdetergents or anything go cover area.” into the surroundings, and There’s also a fenced we don’t have to rely on area for washing the the council for water. canine member of Wash n Shine Carwash owners Alan and “We want to look after the family, so while Vicki Lawrence. Photo: Tracy Hardy. the river, seas, and creeks.” you’re washing the

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Barb Wire And a follow up to kids casting offensive matter.

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on a new stove and dishwasher.

Twice the salesman reassured her that he was busy but wouldn’t be long.

Patience can be a virtue but it can also be a waste of time so our reader left the store. On the way out they spotted the salesman outside having a fag. He was reminded his addiction had just cost his employer three thousand dollars.

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“Or I can do both. In fact, I can do anything,” said the bloke from Bravo. And he did. He delivered this Christmas tree in a glass gratis and with a bit more youthful lip. Loved it. He turned a glass of water into an experience and guaranteed a return visit.

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New era for Bay growers It’s been a big year for our landbased industries, particularly those in the Bay, where kiwifruit and avocados have booth had strong seasons.

I can recall being a young leader (to the extent you could say I was either) at the Knowledge Wave Conference in 2003 where I heard Helen Clark pronounce our agrisector as sunset industries.

I reacted negatively at the time, and it’s more pronounced today.

Zespri’s kiwifruit is set to make $1.116 million in sales, which is up $177 million on the 2014/2015 result. Avocados made $135 million during last season and are set to quadruple by 2023. Both fruit varieties are well placed to take advantage of the various trade deals that have been negotiated this year. I encourage officials, bureaucrats, commentators and the occasional animal welfare group, to get out of their echo chamber bubbles and see for themselves the innovative practices and attitudes that underpin our productive sectors.

The highs and lows of 2015 What an incredible year 2015 has been. Tauranga has punched above its weight in many areas, but the year hasn’t been without a few regrettable moments.

My favourite highlights from council chambers include starting projects that have taken up to 20 years to get over the line. This includes the Greerton Library, the Marine Precinct, and starting key roading projects in the Papamoa area.

Council was able to retire $100 million of its debt this year. This is attributed to the city’s property boom paying back the lead infrastructure council has installed. But it’s also through well-balanced property sales, including the Zespri site and Route K Toll Road.

I’m also pleased council completed big reviews of our approaches to stormwater, economic development, and how we will operate in a growingly digital world.

Unfortunate lows for the city include the amount of preventable deaths that

occurred on our roads and waterways.

Tauranga has had a bumper year, but unfortunately the highs have not been experienced by everyone. Please look after each other in our slice of paradise this summer!

Next year will be another big year.

Council’s new office building will be a key issue, along with many other pressures the city is facing.

The elected members have a lot of work to do before we can even think about campaigning for next year’s local body elections in October 2016 – we may even have a new mayor this time next year!

Thank you to everyone who has shared their views with council this year. Thank you for helping make this city the best we can be. Have a fun, relaxing and safe summer break. We’re looking forward to hearing from you next year.

Feel free to email me your thoughts at matt.cowley@tauranga.govt.nz, call/text me on 0276989548, and follow me at www.facebook.com/a.younger.voice.

Still plenty for our councils to do As we head into the year’s end it’s time to reflect on 2015. First, let us look at Bay of Plenty Regional Council.

I raised issues around managing their costs, and in particular the outrageous staff increases – it’s full of bureaucrats who write reports but do little in active environmental betterment.

Has anyone listened – well no, and to be fair I didn’t expect them to. There are a couple of hard-working regional councillors, but most just seem happy to receive their salaries, and one in particular only attends 50 per cent of his required meetings.

This is plain wrong, and the chairman should have addressed this. BOPRC hide their cost blowouts behind an everincreasing Port of Tauranga dividend – now about $40m – and they are just plain “out of control.”

Tauranga City and Western Bay District councils are not much better.

WBOPDC has gained a reputation as a bully who rides roughshod over landowner rights.

However, TCC do need some sort of accolade, because they certainly have improved their functionality in the last couple of years.

The fact is they seem to be listening with regards to the redevelopment of our CBD. The proof however will be in their actions; whether they have the gumption to action any of teh proposals suggested by the Community Action Group.

Somehow I doubt it, because they are so worried about “vested interests” that they can’t see the wood from the trees.

For example, take their balmy decision regarding the offer of Gareth Morgan’s wonderful piece of art/sculpture at the Mount.

So what lies ahead for 2016? Let’s hope there is a renewed impetus towards amalgamating Western Bay and Tauranga City.

I personally believe that the Western Bay should be a unitary council, but I recognise that getting a unitary across the line would seem too hard. We have about 1000 bureaucrats employed by local government in the Western Bay, and that’s plain crazy. Let’s rationalise the process by amalgamating Western Bay of Plenty District Council with Tauranga City; and let’s do it now. At worst it will make for an interesting local body elections in October 2016.

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Removal of mangroves less clear cut According to the recent report by Commissioner for the Environment Dr Jan Wright ‘Preparing New Zealand for rising seas: Certainty and Uncertainty’ it is not a matter of if but when New Zealanders will be detrimentally affected by sea-level rise caused by climate change.

Apparently 9000 Kiwi homes are vulnerable. The report notes that in Tauranga, there are many pockets of low-lying land around the harbour. Most of the 1291 low-lying homes are in Mount Maunganui and the suburbs of Otumoetai and Matua. Most of the 107 low-lying businesses are near the airport. Thirty-five roads could also be flooded.

An article in the Spring 2015 issue of the University of Auckland Alumni magazine ‘Ingenio’ (page 24) is therefore salient.

A joint research project involving three universities (two in NZ and one in the UK), using leading edge simulations, focussed on how estuarine environments with and without mangroves responded to sea-level

rise. It revealed that mangrove forests play a central role in such environments, and could exercise a crucial role in protecting coastal areas in the days to come. The ability of mangroves to create a buffer between sea and land occurs even when an area is subjected to potential rises of up to 0.5mm per year.

In 2010 Debra Stokes examined the physical and ecological impacts of mangrove expansion and removal in Tauranga Harbour for her doctoral thesis. She notes that where seaward sections of the mangrove population have been cleared at Waikaraka, it has resulted in a lowering of the intertidal surface at a mean rate of 17 mm yr-1, which I believe increases the height of tidal inundations at these locations. She adds: “These findings have implications for the sustainability of the remaining mangrove and salt marsh should sea-level rise continue."

In light of all this, I would like to suggest that the case for the removal of mangroves from various sectors of Tauranga Harbour is becoming less clear-cut (excuse the pun).

There is evidence that protecting buffer zones between land and sea may well serve our best interests in the decades to come, which is a factor the mangrove managers may need to mull over carefully.

One of Dr Wright’s key findings is that the Government must do more to help councils and communities deal with sea level rise.

Seven of her eight recommendations focus on improving the direction and advice given to councils, who ‘must use science that is fit for purpose, and engage with communities in a measured way and with empathy’. I hope that our local bodies continually review their approaches as further evidence becomes available.

Phillip Donnell, Welcome Bay.

We need hard workers - so get thinking before next election R Prince's letter (The Weekend Sun, November 27) asks many valid questions which the Tauranga City Council CEO Garry Poole should, in my view, answer without hesitation.

I was on the council (2007-2010) that voted to proceed with the Southern pipeline and this decision was not made until the then CEO and the council staff were fully quizzed over the entire route and in particular the Matapihi part of this essential multimillion dollar link.

We were clearly advised and informed

that the entire access rights to the pipeline were guaranteed hence the decision to proceed was made.

To now be aware that issues exist is very disappointing, as is the apparent decision by the CEO to basically put his head in the sand and refuse to provide the answers to what the problem and the delay is.

Maybe it is time for the councillors to stand up and demand the answers or are they not prepared to do this?

The councillors are each paid in excess of $70,000 per annum to do just this

Hoo haa over Miss NZ haka There seems to be a bit of hoo haa over Miss New Zealand doing the haka. Lets look at where the so-called haka came from.

It doesn’t belong to the people called Maori, originally it was the Dance Of Bes of Egypt. Bes was a little bowlegged dwarf with red hair. He is depicted with his hands on his hips and tongue poking out. He was a fun little god who danced for the children, Bes was very popular with folks of Ancient Egypt.

He was a god of amusement, pleasure, dance and was often depicted as carrying a weapon for the protection of women and children.

The dance of Bes was a special stance, a spiritual movement that has been changed into a war like performance and negative action.

The Picts/Gaels used a similar challenge and the chant in old Gaelic was very similar in sound to some of the old Maori challenges.

Also sometimes the Celtic women used to stand on ridges above a battle and chant egging the men on in battle.

Some used to actually fight with their menfolk and a warrior women had a fighting school on Skye/Scotland where warriors of both sexes taught the art of war.

I Brougham, Wanganui.

or do they believe that they too busy but then some councillors have, in the past admitted to working barely 10 hours a week so this should not be the problem.

Roll on 2016 when maybe the community will elect councillors prepared to work hard for the community and to also ask the questions of the CEO and staff and demand prompt and factual answers.

M Baker, Bethlehem.

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Mouth-watering, more-ish dressings in minutes How do you dress up summer salads with punchy flavours that are wholesome and fresh, while merging food combinations which make you cook outside the square into bowl-licking recipes?

Here’s how. You make some mouth-watering dressings!

Avocado and coriander yogurt dressing Ingredients 2/3 cup natural yogurt 1 ripe large avocado Juice from ½ an orange Juice from 1 lemon 1 Tbsp capers 1 Tbsp caper brine 1/3 cup fresh coriander ¼ cup fresh mint leaves ½ tsp cracked black pepper ½ tsp sea salt flakes Method In a blender or food processor blend all the ingredients until you get a smooth creamy dressing. Tip: If you’re after a thicker dressing, add some feta and blend.

This dressing is perfect tossed through a kumara salad. Just add some roasted cashew nuts and cherry tomatoes and you have great healthy summer salad! This is also great as a mayo substitute in a yummy homemade chicken burger or even dolloped on seafood or chicken. Sometimes I add a wee bit of fresh chilli to give it a kick and dip my homemade kumara chips in it.

Grapefruit vinaigrette Grapefruit goes beautifully in dressings. And this dressing goes great poured over fresh beans with toasted almonds or over strong salads that have rocket, chicory or radicchio in them.

Ingredients ½ cup olive oil ¼ cup balsamic vinegar 1/3 cup fresh grapefruit juice 2 Tbsp caper brine 1 tsp Dijon-style mustard 1 dash Worcestershire sauce Sprinkle of salt Method Whisk all ingredients together in a bowl and place in a jar in the fridge until you’re ready to use. Make sure you shake before use.

Tip: Add a half a teaspoon of caster sugar to take some of the bitter edge from the grapefruit, as each grapefruit can vary in bitterness.

Curry vinaigrette Toss this zinging dressing over any green salad to give it the lift you’re after. I love tossing it though baby cos lettuce, red onion, cherry tomatoes, crunchy homemade croutons and crumbled feta. This will be great on the barbecue table this summer.

Ingredients 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil ½ tsp curry powder 2 Tbsp fresh lemon juice 1 Tbsp fresh orange juice 1 pinch sea salt flakes ¼ cup finely chopped chives Fresh cracked black pepper to season Method You know the drill; whisk all the ingredients together until combined and toss through the salad of your choice.

Tip: I use a hot curry powder so you only need ½ teaspoon. So taste and adjust as you might want to add a smidgen more curry powder to give it more of a subtle kick.

PRODUCT OF THE WEEK I just love pickles and preserves and I’m constantly trying and finding new favourites.

Now, I’ve managed to find the perfect balance of salty and tangy black table olives that are perfect in salads or antipasto platter this summer.

Made right here in our own backyard, Mystery Valley Produce is located in Te Puke and offer no artificial flavours or preservatives in their able olives, which are handmade in small batches using their own homegrown olives. You can buy these from The NZ Farm shop on Domain Rd, Papamoa.

Mount RSA is dishing up a new cafe An improved variety of food, increased dining hours and healthier options are being dished up at Mount Maunganui RSA this New Year.

The grand opening of the RSA’s new dining area, the Fox Hole, is scheduled for late-January or earlyFebruary, 2016.

The licensed café, including a live kitchen and three brand new buffet stations, will be open for breakfast, lunch and dinner.

The Fox Hole will run separately to the RSA, with access from Dee St where there will be free parking to customers.

“We expect an outside deck to be completed immediately in the New Year,” says Mount RSA general manager Andrew Buenter.

Andrew says the Fox Hole Mount RSA concept is originated from the Royal New Zealand RSA. general manager “The new RSA brand is Andrew Buenter. designed to open new markets and modernise what RSAs have to offer. Mount RSA is

first cab off the rank, with up to 20 others looking to follow suit.

“This is a very big step forward for the RSA in New Zealand, being driven by the Royal NZ RSA and is the way of the future.”

Andrew says the expected outcome is an improved variety of food during a longer period, from 8am to late, including an introduction of healthier options targeting new markets.

“We hope cafe visitors will realise or become intrigued about the RSA, so the Fox Hole can act as a shop window.

“We expect the Fox Hole will be embraced by the members as it will give them more choice.

“The Fox Hole is an opportunity for the RSA to change the way they have always done things, modernising and moving away from alcohol and gaming machines as their main source of income.”

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ENTERTAINMENT ENTERTAINMENTGUIDE News, reviews and opinionated raving on the music scene. Pg26

MUSIC & ARTS

Community events and occasions across the Bay. Pg27

SPECIAL EVENTS

Stories, snippets, strangeness, and general entertainment. Pg27

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Gourmet Night Market on New Year’s Day If you’re hungover or in high spirits tomorrow afternoon have I got the event for you! The best way to spend New Year’s Day in the Bay is setting up camp in Coronation Park.

filling or frosting sandwiched between them. It’s dense, creamy, rich – it’s sinful but well worth it. Then the carnivore in me was unleashed.

I saw a huge hunk of meat sizzling up a storm on a hotplate and I had to try the Elizabeth Cafe and Larder’s contribution to the market. There was a sirloin steak dish and a sticky pork rib offering.

I took the pork home for my partner. It was gone in less than 60 seconds. Say no more!

A kaleidoscope of mouth-watering morsels, delicious delicacies, a feast of food heaven proportions, is on offer.

Yes – that’s right people – the Gourmet Night Markets is having a Loving the atmosphere market tomorrow from 3pm to 9pm.

Elizabeth Cafe and Larder owner Andrew Targett he loves being And The Weekend Sun picks this as the place to be – we went for a able to enjoy the atmosphere of the market – as usually a chef is special tasting a few weeks back and here’s looked away in the kitchen. We loved being what we think. able to see the cooking happening too!

This reporter found But what really tickled and the park chocka tantalised my tastebuds full of food and was the seafood from flavours for the Delissi. Helen Thorton whole family.

Gussy and chef husband You see it doesn’t Darren serve up entree matter if you’re sized dishes at their vegan, vegetarian, restaurant to offer a gluten-free, lactoseunique dining experience intolerant, a paleo where you can pick follower, a pescatarian multiple dishes without – if you’re a see-itover-ordering.

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The photographer attends the market At the market they offer baconweekly, and stampeded towards the Raw Organic foods stall first. wrapped scallops, tomato salsa and tangy She loves their cheesecakes and slices made from nuts and natural margarita dressing. One word – heaven. sweeteners instead of sugar.

Actually – heaven on a plate. My mouth waters writing about it.

Tasty but light But it’s not all about the food – the I see why – despite being made of ingredients I’ve never heard of atmosphere is cruisy and relaxing. before the salted caramel cheesecake was amazing! It was wheat-free, Coronation Park fills with locals, visitors dairy-free and gluten-free – but it wasn’t flavour-free. Tasty but light and cruise ship passengers; there’s music – no stodgy cream or sugar-sweet toppings. playing and the event tries to be as Another delight is Pure Jungle’s blended Açai bowls and smoothies. waste-free as possible.

Brazilians Cristina Orcy and Gustavo Pereira have brought the indigenous super berry commonly found in the rainforests of the More and more offerings Amazon to the Mount.

This is just a snapshot of what you The bowls are prepared with organic freeze-dried açai powder can find – there’s mussels and calamari, mixed with other fruits, to form a puree base which is topped with Dutch stroopwaffels and French crepes, more fresh fruit, granola and other healthy and tasty ingredients. woodfire pizza, gourmet burgers, pita Think a light smoothie – mild, soothing, delicious and fresh. The breads and po-boy sandwiches, fried photographer calls them “crazy good”. chicken, barbecue and slow roasted Another sweet delight will transport you to America – and you meats, juices, smoothies, frozen yoghurt, might not want to come back. Ever heard of a whoopie pie? I had – gelato, cheesecake and brownies, freshly but Teresa Valentine’s whoopie pies outlived the reputation. made salads and much more.

The whoopie pie is a US baked good that’s considered either a To learn more about the alcohol-free, cookie, pie or cake – or all three-in-one. zero-waste, dog-friendly Gourmet Night It’s made two round mound-shaped pieces of chocolate cake – in Markets, see gourmetnightmarket.co.nz Merle Foster our case pumpkin-ginger flavoured cake – with a sweet, creamy

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With 2015 drawing rapidly to an end and a New Year poking Solution No.1812 4 2 its 9 7 6over 5 3 the horizon, I 1 head 8 4 3 7I'd 5 9 thought 1 turn 2 this week’s 1 3 5 2 6 8 4 9 column over to a bunch of 8 1 6 7 9 5 2 4 2 1 9 6 Here are some 7 local 5 3 8musicians.

9 6 4 1 5 3 8 7 New Year’s resolutions from the 6 8 7 5 4 2 3 1 – perhaps 3 musical 4 2 6 8 community 9 7 5 7 9 will 3 1inspire 4 6 8 your own. Have 2they a good one everybody, thanks for reading this year, see you on the other side... WW Marion Arts – Bonjour Swinger, singer, songwriter, educator This year it’s difficult to choose one resolution out of so many: I resolve to resist the temptations presented by capitalism; to persist with my efforts to study te reo Maori, increasing the aroha rates of NZ; to not be blown up

by ISIS; to accentuate the positive; to support my family and friends as best I can; to spend more time with my dog Giuseppe; to look after my health while still enjoying the sensual pleasures of food and wine; to not get jumped on by my goat; to complete a publication of my best guitar compositions.

Sean Bodley – guitarist, composer, teacher To focus on getting my music out to new people who haven’t heard it by utilising the internet to its full potential. On a musical front, focus more on learning to write for other instruments that I use in my recordings

– brass, woodwind, etc. And, of course…more guitar!

Graham Clark – Brilleaux frontman, author I have just published a book – my resolution is to get out there and promote it, and sell the bulk of them. That done, I can commence with my next project which is to produce a book about Ritchie Pickett, a local musician who I admire and would like to pay tribute to.

Andy Craw – musician, owner/operator of The Matua My New Year resolution is to become ‘A Cruisy Guy’.

I have recently realised I’m a serial complainer. In 2015 I actually complained to the Manager of The Warehouse that their complaints department was inadequate. It took three people at our new Post Office to handle my complaint about them, leaving two rows of customers unattended and complaining about me. In 2015 I also complained to the Tauranga City Council, Bay of Plenty Times, The Herald, Land Transport, Westpac Bank, and others too numerous to mention.

If I stop complaining now I reckon somebody in 2016 will describe me as ‘That old cruisey guy’ and I will love it!

Simon Elton – B-Side Band guitarist/singer, concert promoter This year I hope B-Side Band will be playing gigs in Tauranga/Mount, Hamilton and Rotorua and Auckland. On a personnel level I would like to spend more time with my daughter’s family in Christchurch and my son’s family in Sydney, as their children grow so quick. Also think positive, keep fit and enjoy life, it’s later than you think.

Tim Julian – musician, head honcho at The Colourfield Studio Having become an aficionado of the Scottish ‘aqua vitae’ – read: single malt whisky – I’d like to spend some time in 2016 investigating the relationship between music and single malts. The result of this would be an album of music with tracks written specifically to be listened to while irrigating one’s palate with a particular single malt that I have personally chosen to accompany it. This is, I feel, a worthy project and I will possibly be applying to the relevant agencies for funding (Read: Some mates who also like a tipple of the water of life).

Debbie Kirk – Jam Tarts bass player 1. Lose weight. 2. Drink less and exercise. 3. Learn something new.

Nigel Masters – Kokomo bass player, Boatshed Studio supremo Next year I’m planning to stop buying pianos and taking overseas trips, it’s time to knuckle down.

Richard O'Brien – TV host, singer, songwriter, superstar At the risk of sounding pretentious, my New Year’s resolution is to be more creative and doodle more and write a few more songs. In other words, try to end each day with something to show for it.

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Honking for our helicopter The third annual Mount Truck Show at Tauranga Airport ends with a night glow from the trucks.

More than 150 trucks from throughout New Zealand will roll in for the third annual Mount Truck Show at Tauranga Airport on January 23.

Trucks from as far as Christchurch and New Plymouth are registered in the event, which organisers say is growing bigger since its inception in 2014 and forced the move to a bigger facility at Tauranga Airport.

Growing up around trucks, event organiser Alex Salter says it’s fantastic to see the event grow each year and she’s excited to see the huge range of trucks in the one place.

“I’m incredibly proud of everyone getting behind this event to support the local community and of course, the rescue helicopter; which is always there if we need them even in the remote locations that trucking often takes us.

“I also love being able to show these immaculate trucks off to the community and to be honest, it’s pretty cute when you see kids sit in them

with huge big grins.

“Most of my greatest childhood memories are from cruising around with dad in his truck.”

The year 2016 marks the inaugural combination of The Mount Truck Show with The Classics of the Sky event, which means there’s a whole lot more for people to see, touch and talk about in the New Year.

Organisers hope the 2016 event raises more than $5000 for the rescue helicopter.

The evening ends with a night glow from the trucks. For more information, visit www.tcas.co.nz and Facebook pages for Classic Flyers NZ, Classics of the Sky Tauranga City Airshow and The Mount Truck Show.

The Weekend Sun has five family packs (for two adults and three children) to the Mount Truck Show to give away to five lucky readers who can tell us where the event will be held?

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

Entries must be received before Wednesday, January 7.

A chance to catch the Black Caps Bay of Plenty cricket fans are in for a treat this January, with two ANZ International Series matches bowling into town.

The two ANZ International Series Black Caps versus Sri Lanka matches will both be hosted at Mount Maunganui’s Bay Oval.

The ANZ One Day International match will be played on January 5 from 11am-6pm, with the International Twenty20 match played on January 7 from 3pm-8pm.

Both matches will be live on Sky Sport Live on Sky Sport.

Tickets are on sale at myblackcaps.co.nz The Weekend Sun has five double passes to each ANZ International Series Black Caps versus Sri Lanka matches on January 5 and January 7 to give away to 10 lucky readers who can tell us where the matches will be held?

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

Entries must be received before Wednesday, January 4.

Thursday 31 December 2015

Thursday 31 December Dinner in the Domain

A food market with a difference. Every Thursday at Papamoa Domain 561 Papamoa Beach Rd 5.30-9pm. Free admission.

New Year’s Eve BBQ

And Fireworks on the waterfront. Bring your family, friends, picnic & bbq ingredients & meet on Tauranga waterfront from 5pm with music & games.

Fireworks on a barge from 9.30pm for the kids & then again at midnight for the adults to see in the New Year.

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New Year’s Family Fishing Tournament

Briefing at Te Kaha RSA Dec 29 7pm.

Fishing Days Weds/Thurs Dec 31 (if one day isn’t fishable, Jan 2 is reserve day).

Prizing giving at Te Kaha RSA Jan 2 6pm.

Major prize for each species for mystery weights. Prizes for heavi-est & second, no prize for most. Entry fee: Adult financial members $10, Junior members – free (Juniors must be-long to a TKSFC family membership). Adult non members $30, junior non members $15.

Tauranga Model Railway Club

Meets every Thursday at 19.30 Mirrielees Road. Our annual Train Show will be held at Mount Mauganui College from 10am

- 4pm Friday 8th to Sunday 10th January 2016.

Friday 1 January A Gypsy Extravaganza

Arts, crafts & interesting market stalls – herbal remedies, funky clothing, jewellery, crystals, tarot & palm readers & more.

Jan 1-3 at Waihi Beach Community Reserve 9am – 5pm.

Gourmet Night Market

Every Fri at Coronation Park, Mt Maunganui 5pm until dark. A diverse range of speciality streetfood from some of the Bay’s top foodtrucks & restaurants.

Waihi Beach Antique & Collectables Fair

A wonderful range of antiques, vintage, retro, collectables & curios for sale including china, furniture, linen, clothes, jewellery, clocks etc. At Waihi Beach Community Centre Jan 1 10am – 5pm & Jan 2 10am – 3pm.

Saturday 2 January Art in the Park

Coronation Park, Mt Maunganui 8.3am – 5pm, weather permitting.

Tauranga Society of Artists offer for sale a variety of art to suit all tastes.

Bay Dreams Festival

At ASB Baypark Stadium.

Entertainment includes The Black Seeds, Dodge & Fuski, Concord Dawn, Dubloadz & more. Festival passes that include camping are available.

Katikati Tramping Club

Orokawa Beach & Wright Falls.

Family day, easy. Marie 07 863 5063

Outdoor Movie Night

At Masonic Park. Independence Day 8.45pm. Entry via gold coin donation, all proceeds to Kids Can Charity. Presented by The Phoenix.

Papamoa Lions Family Fun Day

At Simpson Reserve, proceeds to St John Ambulance & NZ Fire Service. Loads of fun for the whole family.

Sunday 3 January

Tauranga Friendship & Social Club

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

Monday 4 January Baypark Family Speedway

South Pacific Super Saloon Champs & Free Style Motor X at Baypark Stadium 6.30-10pm. This will be one of the biggest & best race meeting of our season full of action. Racing will be a who’s who of the Super Saloon class chasing the South Pacific Super Saloon Car Championship. Also

stunning the crowd will be FMX riders Nick Franklin & Luke Price.

Other classes racing are Bethlehem Coachlines Sprint Cars, Saloons, Scrapman BOP Mini Stocks & Rob Dahm Ltd 6 Shooters.Kidz Zone will be operating with Bouncy Castles, Face Painting & more.

Friendly Support Network

Coffee morning first Mon of month at the Vintage Car Clubrooms, Cliff Rd 10am for those with Dutch roots.

All welcome (we speak English). $2 donation. 548 2835

Meditation Group

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

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.

Tuesday 5 January Bayfair Petanque Club

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

Wednesday 6 January Baypark Family Speedway

45th New Zealand Sprint Car Championship, SSCAR Burger King Super Saloons at ASB Baypark Stadium 6.30-10pm.

The 45th New Zealand Sprint Car Championships will be an event not to miss. Baypark hosts for the first time this season the SSCAR Burger King Super Saloons also racing are Saloon Cars, Stock Cars & Scrapman BOP Mini Stocks.Kidz Zone will be operating with Bouncy Castles, Face Painting & more.

Cards

Do you play cribbage or would like to learn the game? Every Weds at Tauranga RSA 1pm. New members welcome. Rona 578 7939

Guardians Aotearoa

Men changing men group, meets fortnightly Wednesday, at the Papamoa Surf Club 7-9pm. Colin 021 103 0429

Healing Rooms

Experience God’s healing touch at Bethlehem Town Centre, cnr shop behind PO/ Bookstore, & at Papamoa Healing Rooms. Over all of January please direct all inquiries to 021 110 0878 www.healingrooms.co.nz. We will be resuming as normal early Feb.

Tauranga Embroiderers’ Guild

Every Weds at Tauranga Rowing Club rooms, Memorial Park 10am 2.30pm & 7.30-9.30pm.

Juniors 4-5.30pm. Beginners & experienced stitchers welcome. Nancy 544 4778 Tauranga Mid-Week Tramping Group Aongatete Lodge to graveyard & return. Grade mod, approx. 6.5hrs.

Steve 548 1627

Thursday 7 January Awesome Clothing Sale

9.30 – 10.30 am Good quality, all sizes & styles - men’s, women’s, children’s, shoes, sheets, duvets etc Only $3 a bag. You pick! Rain or shine. Historic Village, 17th Ave, Tauranga. Organised by Turning Point Trust ph 5786934

Dinner in the Domain

A food market with a difference.

Every Thursday at Papamoa Domain 561 Papamoa Beach Rd 5.30-9pm.

Free admission.

Tennis Seniors WBOP

Players 35+, Tauranga Lawn Tennis Club, Wharepai Domain 9am 12pm. $3 ball fee. New members welcome. Lynda 575 0627 or tswbop@gmail.com

Waihi Beach Summer Fair

First every summer fair at Wilson Park (100m from the village) 10am – 4pm. 100+ stalls, arts & crafts, waterslide & obstacle course, bouncy castle, pony rides & zorb, food, buskers & more.

Friday 8 January

Tauranga Model Railway Show

Held Jan 8-10 at Mount Maunganui College, Maunganui Rd 9am – 4pm daily. Adults $7, children $3, family $20.

Demon Energy D1NZ

National Drifting Champs Round 2 at ASB Baypark Stadium Jan 8 10.30am - 8.30pm & Jan 9 11am - 10pm. Join the party in the ‘Summer Smoke Out’ for the Bay Of Plenty’s only taste of Pro-Championship drifting, with 60 of New Zealand’s best battling head to head with the new Pro-Sport Drift Series also joining the line-up.

Round 2 also features entertainment from the Demon Freestyle NZ FMX team, Stunt NZ, D1NZ RC Drifting, music, food, trade-stands & more.

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How do we live in peace?

I wonder what this New Year has in store for us? We hear about the mass invasion of refugees into Europe, the inevitable collapse of the US currency which will affect us in some way, the rise of militate terrorism throughout the world—utter madness.

Even in New Zealand we have the Race Relations Board considering changing ‘Merry Christmas’ to ‘Happy Holidays’, because it might be offensive to minority groups’ intent on

destroying our unique culture.

So what is the answer to live in a realm of peace in the mind and not getting angry at all the crazy happenings?

Simple really.

Trust in a God who forgives and loves you as you are but loves you enough to help you change for your benefit. Christianity is not adhering to a lot of manmade rules or behaviour modification, like not smoking, thinking this abstinence will make you more holy.

No just means you die sooner and if you believe in Christ you’ll go to heaven quicker. Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays. See, we can have both.

You are Highly Favoured, You are Highly Favoured, You Highly Favoured, Deeply Loved & Greatly Blessed You are are Highly Favoured, Deeply Loved & Greatly Blessed Deeply Loved & Greatly Deeply Loved & Greatly Blessed Blessed LIVING WORD FAITH CHURCH LIVING WORD FAITH CHURCH LIVING FAITH CHURCH Come this LIVING WORD WORD Come Join Join us usFAITH this Sunday SundayCHURCH

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Commit to making a difference in 2016 Here we are almost into a New Year. I was thinking about how many people make New Year’s resolutions only to have them last a few weeks, days or even hours.

Then I came across this quote: “Vision is not enough. It must be combined with venture. It is not enough to stare up the stairs, we must step up the stairs!”- Vaclav Havel.

This quote is simple, profound, brilliant and sobering!

I’m currently assessing my ‘vision’ and looking at what steps I will take this year to move towards my vision.

Many of us make our New Year’s resolutions and consider them the year’s goals. Goals are fine, but they can become just that – an unfulfilled out-there-something, if we don’t take some form of action towards it. Goals can even become just dreams, then they

become meaningless.

Jack Hayford, who is a pastor of one of the USA’s most significant churches, once wrote an article entitled: ‘Why I don’t set goals’.

How about you? What steps are before you that if you took a bold, decisive, wise faith-filled step onto, would send you towards your vision this year?

Let’s take some concrete action towards becoming a better person, taking a course or training, committing ourselves to so that we can make a difference in our world.

When we add some action to our vision, the venture becomes an adventure.

Let’s step up the stairs of our vision this year!

And I’m sure we’ll be amazed at what happens!

By Pastor Stephen Whitwell, Tauranga Elim Church.

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ST STEPHENS CHURCH 9.30am MORNING WORSHIP Led by Rev Ralph Vickers Deacon: Margaret Birtles Brookfield Terrace, Otumoetai ph: 576-4961

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“After the street parades I spent a week or two in Rarotonga, which was pretty nice just to put the feet up and enjoy that over there and get a bit of a tan to this pasty body.

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