Around DB February Issue 2017 by Around DB Magazine

Discovery Bay’s original community magazine

FEBRUARY 2017

BEYOND THE CLASSROOM

Skills kids really need Feeling the love on Valentine’s Day

Swim class for DB helpers TIME IN THE MARKET

How to handle your equities

HEALTH AND HAPPINESS GETTING THE BALANCE RIGHT

ISLAND-WIDE EVENTS * PRIZES * COMMUNITY SNAPS * CLASSIFIEDS * THOUGHTS ON ISLAND LIFE

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寶峰 PARKVALE 2

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海堤居 LA COSTA 3 2

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旭暉閣 JOVIAL 5

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CONTENTS February 2017

PROFILE

TALKING POINTS

Endurance sports coach Olivier Baillet

Skills teens need for future success

IN FOCUS

ESCAPES

Managing finances in 2017

Why Hawaii will have you at aloha

28 FAMILY MATTERS Balancing diet, fitness and well-being

REGULARS 21

GIVEAWAYS Win big prizes

PARENTING Hacking Feb 14

RECIPES American classics

DB FACES Community snaps

OUT THERE Island life

AGENDA 10

DB EVENTS

HK HAPPENINGS

CLASSIFIEDS

PROPERTY

LOCAL NUMBERS

ON THE COVER

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Discovery Bay’s original community magazine

FEBRUARY 2017

To read the cover story, turn to page 34

BEYOND THE CLASSROOM

Skills kids really need Feeling the love on Valentine’s Day

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Swim class for DB helpers TIME IN THE MARKET

How to handle your equities

HEALTH AND HAPPINESS GETTING THE BALANCE RIGHT

ISLAND-WIDE EVENTS * PRIZES * COMMUNITY SNAPS * CLASSIFIEDS * THOUGHTS ON ISLAND LIFE

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INTERNATIONALISM WEEK AT DBIS Discovery Bay International School students celebrated and learned about the diverse nature of their school community from January 3 to 6. In the process, they developed an understanding of internationalism and what it means to students, parents, carers and staff.

DB EVENTS

YOUR ROUNDUP

OF RECENT COMMUNIT Y E VENTS

CHANUKAH IN THE PLAZA Chanukah in the Plaza on December 27 featured the lighting of Lantau’s largest Menorah, arts-and-crafts workshops and plenty of fun for the kids.

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FILMS 4 CHANGE MOVIE NIGHT The Discovery Bay community gathered at Zak’s on January 10 to watch That Sugar Film, with Films 4 Change hosting the event in a bid to change the way people think about sugar and healthy eating.

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DB EVENTS

EXPERIENCE SOPHROLOGY IMI, DB North Plaza

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Throughout February

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Through April 10

YOUNG WRITER’S COMPETITION 2017 Open to students across Lantau Now in its fifth year, the Around DB and Life on Lantau Young Writer’s Competition (YWC) provides secondary school students living and/ or studying in Lantau with the chance to get published. This year, we are asking students to write a 600- to 700-word account from the point of view of a famous historical figure. Prizes for the three winners and three runners-up will be provided by Bookazine. The deadline is April 10. To enter, check the YWC guidelines at www.arounddb.com or on the Around DB and Life on Lantau Facebook pages. Throughout February

TO ADOPT A PET through Protection of Animals Lantau South (PALS), call Jacqui Green on 9197 4371, for Hong Kong Paws Foundation (PAWS), call Kat Cheung on 9485 5188.

Experience sophrology for free throughout February! Integrated Medicine Institute (IMI) sophrologist Celine Pellarin is holding noobligation 20-minute sessions ideal for those who find it hard to relax, anger easily, worry a lot or experience chronic pain or insomnia. Sophrology is also a popular tool for birth preparation and a great way into meditation. Call 2537 1087. February 4

STOCK UP AT THE PLANT MARKET

across from Haven Court, 2pm to 4.45pm. For more information, call 2238 3617.

February 9

DBIS OPEN DAY

DB ENTREPRENEURS NETWORKING BREAKFAST

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Discovery Bay International School Parents can find out exactly what Discovery Bay International School (DBIS) has to offer at its open day, with the early years programme beginning at 9.30am and primary and secondary at 11am. To sign up, head to http://form.jotformpro. com/form/51008216456954.

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This month, the team behind the DB Entrepreneurs Networking Breakfast has decided to turn its monthly meeting into evening drinks – 7pm at The Venue. Head to the DB Entrepreneurs Networking Breakfast Facebook page or visit www.t8events.com for more information and to register.

YOUR GUIDE TO UPCOMING

COMMUNIT Y EV ENTS

February 11

JOIN A BEACH CLEAN-UP,

organised by Plastic Free Seas and DB Green, at Nim Shue Wan from 9am to 11am. Visit www.dbgreen.org.

February 14

WISHING ALL LANTAU COUPLES A VERY HAPPY VALENTINE’S DAY!

Look out for heart-shaped candle arrangements on Tai Pak Wan and special decorations in both plazas. February 21

February 12

SHOP THE DISCOVERY BAY SUNDAY MARKET

in DB Plaza from 11am to 6pm.

FILMS 4 CHANGE MOVIE NIGHT Zak’s, DB

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SOUTH ISLAND LINE Hong Kong Island The New Year brought good news for DBers who love the south side of Hong Kong Island, with the MTR opening the South Island Line. The new line is great for kids studying on the south side, with the likes of the www.wikimedia.org Canadian International School of Hong Kong now far easier to access. It’s also a convenient option for those visiting Ocean Park and Horizon Plaza. February 25

CHARTER CELEBRATION DINNER Auberge, Discovery Bay

The founder of the new Rotary Club of Discovery Bay, Christian Chasset is making sure the first charter celebration dinner is a huge success, with entertainment, a live band, an auction and lucky draw. Residents and local businesses can help raise funds for the club’s www.evoqueportraits.com nominated charities by joining the dinner (HK$88 per person), donating a prize, or placing an advert in the dinner programme booklet. To get involved, email Christian Chasset at rotarydbay@gmail.com.

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Gain a unique insight into the ecological, economical and social crises that countries across the globe are going through by watching Tomorrow, a globetrotting documentary that’s more focused on solutions than problems. Ecological rights advocate Cyril Dion and actress-filmmaker Melanie Laurent are co-directors. Showing at 7.30pm, HK$40 donations are welcome at the door. Find out more on the Films 4 Change in DB Facebook page.

DBIS INTERNATIONAL FOOD FAIR

Discovery Bay International School February 25

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The annual Discovery Bay International School (DBIS) International Food Fair is one of the largest community events in DB, offering a range of culinary delights from all corners of the globe. You can also look forward to music and singing, plus a host of commercial and charity stalls. www.arounddb.com February 2017

DB EVENTS

SAVE the DATE

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The 24th edition of DBâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s biggest and best tennis event is on the horizon, so start sharpening your skills and working on your fitness, not to mention a whacky national costume. To register, visit www.dbrc.hk.

Congratulations to Discovery Mind Kindergarten (DMK) on winning Top School Fundraiser for all of Hong Kong for its Operation Santa Claus charity walk in November. 2016 saw DMK holding the event for the 11th consecutive year and raising a total of HK$120,000.

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Sophrology FREE Discovery Session at IMI DB • Are you tired of worrying all the time? • Do you find it difficult to relax, let go and seize the moment? • Do you easily get angry? • Do your experience chronic pain, sleep disorders? IMI Sophrologist Céline Pellarin invite you to a FREE, no obligation Discovery Session. Discuss your goals, identify your current obstacles, and learn how to live a more relaxed and meaningful life. Sophrology is about taking time for yourself and learning how to replenish through mind training, using a very practical set of tools including relaxation, breathing, visualization and simple movements. Walk away from this session feeling supported and encouraged.

Please call 2537 1087 to make a booking today!

DB EVENTS

NEW in DB LADIES SUP GROUP Tai Pak Wan

NURA ROLLS SUSHI DB North Plaza

Flight Centre, DB North Plaza

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DBers Sue Potts and Emma Martin are hoping to make stand-up paddle boarding (SUP) safer and more enjoyable by creating a group atmosphere for enthusiasts. They are looking to attract more DB ladies into the sport and are planning to offer group sessions on Wednesdays and Saturdays at 9.30am. Head to the DBHKSUP Facebook page for more information.

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Nura Rolls sells a variety of sushi rolls and will also home deliver. The large menu features hot and spicy rolls, meat rolls, crispy rolls and vegetarian rolls, as well as plenty of options for kids including a pizza roll. On top of that, to ensure everyone gets exactly what they are after, you can create your own roll. Find out more at www.nurarolls.com.

Flight Centre Discovery Bay has a new manager, with 26-year-old Australian Andy Buykx-Smith taking the reins at the beginning on January. With a wealth of experience garnered through extensive travel in Japan, New Zealand, throughout South East Asia and of course Australia, Andy is the perfect man to help you plan your next holiday. Call him on 2829 2055 or Whatsapp on 9092 3775.

LANTAU RACING CALENDAR RUN FOR LOVE

Start: Nam Shan Picnic Area February 11

TRANSLANTAU

Start: Silvermine Beach, Mui Wo March 10-12

DASH FOR A BEER Start: Tong Fuk

March 25

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Entering its fourth year, Lantau Base Camp's popular couples race welcomes teams of two (mixed, female or male), and covers 13 kilometres. The race is limited to 250 couples and offers unique prizes, so head to www.lantaubasecamp.com to register by February 1.

The ever-popular TransLantau, covering two country parks, has again sold out in quick time. With 90% of the course on Lantauâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s trails, participants are treated to magnificent views as they push themselves to the limit. Solo or in teams of two, participants take on either the Ultra 100km (5,800m+ elevation), or the sister races of 50km (2,700m+ elevation) and 25km (900m+ elevation). You can get involved as a volunteer at www.translantau.com.

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Registration opens on February 6 for the ninth Lantau International Beer Dash on March 25. This hugely popular 5-kilometre race see participants dress up and drink a different international beer at every checkpoint. Entry costs HK$380 for an individual and HK$1,480 for a team of four. Limited spaces are available, so head to www.active.com to enrol.

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GIVEAWAYS

HERE’S YOUR CHANCE TO WIN GREAT PRIZES! Around DB competitions are incredibly easy to enter (you’ll even find the answers to our questions right here). You have until the 10th of this month to submit your answers. To enter, email info@baymedia.com.hk, click on the competitions link at www.arounddb.com, or scan the QR Code below. Don’t forget to give us your name and telephone number!

Win a one-year DBRC fitness plan YOUR PRIZE: The Discovery Bay Recreation Club (DBRC) is offering one reader a one-year fitness plan, providing access to the fitness centres and weight rooms in the DBRC and Club Siena. The prize is effective from March 1, 2017 to February 28, 2018 and valued at HK$1,990. The winner must be a valid DBRC membership card holder.

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FIND THE ANSWER: The DBRC provides a range of leisure and dining facilities including three pools, 11 tennis courts, cricket nets, squash courts, a fitness centre and children’s playroom. For more information, visit www.dbrc.hk.

Win an entry pass from EpicLand YOUR PRIZE: EpicLand is offering five readers a HK$88 kid’s pass, which includes one parent/ helper free. FIND THE ANSWER: Covering a full 14,000 square-feet, EpicLand, in DB North Plaza, is Hong Kong’s largest indoor family entertainment centre. It features the largest indoor slides in Asia, and Hong Kong’s only air-trek obstacle course, as well as four climbing walls. Visit www.epiclandhk.com.

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Win VIP tickets to the Asia Contemporary Art Show YOUR PRIZE: Asia Contemporary Art Show is offering five readers a pair of VIP invitation tickets to the Asia Contemporary Art Show 2017 Spring Edition (worth HK$580 per pair), valid March 17 to 20.

Win tickets to The Tiger Who Came To Tea YOUR PRIZE: ABA Productions is offering one reader four tickets (worth HK$435 each) to see The Tiger Who Came To Tea at Hong Kong Academy for Performing Arts, Wanchai, on June 2 at 5pm.

Who wrote The Tiger Who Came to Tea ?

FIND THE ANSWER: Adapted and directed by David Wood OBE, Judith Kerr’s ever popular tale The Tiger Who Came to Tea is a treat for the whole family, ideal for children aged three plus. Running from June 2 to 4, tickets are available at www.hkticketing.com.

Where is the Asia Contemporary Art Show held?

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FIND THE ANSWER: The tenth Asia Contemporary Art Show showcases original paintings, limited editions, sculptures and photography from the world’s most interesting and promising talents. Catch it at the Conrad Hong Kong, Admiralty, from March 17 to 20. Tickets at the door are HK$220 per person. Visit www.asiacontemporaryart.com.

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At the Hong Kong Schools Speech Festival – English 2016, YCIS students placed first and third in public speaking and solo verse speaking. Also in 2016, three YCIS students were awarded top prizes in an inter-school Chinese Writing Competition, held by China Academy of Culture.

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The sky’s the limit

AROUND DB AND LIFE ON LANTAU

YOUNG WRITER’S COMPETITION 2017

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The challenge:

Write a 600- to 700-word account from the point of view of a famous historical figure.

The reward:

The winning article is published in the June issue of both Around DB and Life on Lantau. There will be prizes for the three winners, and three runners-up, provided by Bookazine.

Open to all secondary school students living and/ or studying in Lantau. The deadline is April 10. Check the YWC guidelines on the Around DB and Life on Lantau Facebook pages or www.arounddb.com

Last year’s finalists:

Maria Andreeva, 14, Katrina Lowe, 13, and Ryan Harling, 16

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PROFILE

THE WATER BOY

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Banker-turned-coach Olivier Baillet marries business and charity to bring fitness and empowerment to fellow residents. Elizabeth Kerr reports

Three-year DB resident Olivier Baillet is planning on bringing Splash to DB in the spring

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hen a Canadian tells you they don’t know how to ski the reaction is usually surprise. Ditto for Australians and swimming. Yet many of our indispensable domestic helpers from the island(s) nation of the Philippines can’t swim. Splash set out to correct that with its massively popular free lessons, teaching 400 domestic workers a valuable and fun life skill since 2014. Discovery Bay resident Olivier Baillet is looking to share years of swimming and endurance coaching experience with Splash and bring t h e o rg a n i s a t i o n ’s s e r v i c e s to DB, hopefully starting in spring 2017. “I’m not looking to be thanked or rewarded, but I know it will have an impact,” he says of Splash. “What I love is that when they go home, they can swim and enjoy what we all do when we go to the Philippines. Also it empowers women at 35, 40 or 50 to learn a new skill they never thought they would. It builds confidence. And there’s a social element. Everyone gets together, learns something and there’s a party on exam day.” Above and beyond

The couple settled in DB on returning from Singapore in 2013, when Anne – a one-time gymnast, judge, coach, triathlete, trail runner and Iron Man competitor – accepted a new position in financial services. Olivier was able to take

with executives who want to do well in marathons and swimming events and so on. I also work with corporates doing motivational talks and team building events – all related to sports.” A natural coach Beyond the Line had its genesis as much in Olivier’s banking career as his love of sport. “I discovered that in all my positions while I was in banking, I was also coaching newcomers, beginners. Whatever the job was I was always doing this. I feel very comfortable sharing,” he theorises.

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A refugee from the banking industry, Olivier’s road to Hong Kong started in a small town 20 kilometres from Paris, winding through New York and Argentina before arriving in the SAR (for the first time) in 2008. Now 45, Olivier looks more like a retired rock star than risk manager – all wired grace and casually restrained energy. He has been swimming since he was seven (his first taste came during a family vacation on the French Riviera) and running seriously since 25, though his earliest forays were in the forests behind his home (now called trail running). Given that outdoorsy background,

Olivier and his wife, Anne, never considered a Hong Kong home other than DB. “We’re not city people. Having that village atmosphere is right for us,” he says. “Sometimes we want to be somewhere else, but not often. It’s a good trade off.”

I like being in a place where everybody thinks the next day is going to be better advantage of the change to launch Beyond the Line Coaching. The decision came down to having a good network of contacts to draw from – and a regular income. “I came back with a different mindset. I had quit the banking world and I wanted to set up my own sports coaching business,” Olivier recalls, admitting his wife’s job gave him the security they needed for sevenyear-old Alexandre and nine-yearold daughter Belem.

“At the time, I thought ‘If I don’t do it now, I never will. We have a stable income; I can take a risk,’” Olivier adds. “In 2014, I started Beyond the Line mainly

In addition, while working in New York and training for a triathlon nearly 16 years ago, Olivier took what he calls the ‘Latin approach’ to training – “muddling through alone” – but wound up answering questions about how he got into shape so fast, time management and so on. Recognising a potential service, he tucked the idea away for future reference and was able to nurture it in Hong Kong, where serious trainees are willing to pay for professional help. The omnipresence of digital communications and remote working helped. “What I provide is a very specific training plan that is absolutely tailor-made for [the client’s] life,” Olivier explains. “I provide the local knowledge – where to train, which community to join – and the model I’ve designed makes me use my brain every day. I answer questions on nutrition, recovery, bikes, shoes, everything, and I’m happy to share my knowledge.” Olivier’s client base is what he calls people like him: professionals with more drive than time. “My strength is that I was exactly like them,” he says. “I know what they mean when they say they have a business trip 

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PROFILE and will be in a hotel day and night. I relate to that.” Making a splash Ultimately it is Olivier’s genuine joy at being in the water that underpins Beyond the Line and will rub off on learners at Splash. “Everything that has to do with swimming gets me excited. I’m not the best swimmer in Hong Kong, by far,” he says with a self-deprecating guffaw. “But whenever I hear about a crazy challenge I’m in. I want to be part of it.” Indeed, that’s what led to his first taste of philanthropy: an 80-kilometre swim around Lantau in 2014 for Plastic Free Seas with DB resident Bruce Pye (coincidentally one of Olivier’s first clients). It was there he discovered the satisfaction of doing what he liked and doing

something good for others. He met long-distance swimmer and Splash founder Simon Holliday when the latter did a Macau swim, which added fuel to the charitable fire. “He was really cool, and I liked him right away. As soon as I heard he was doing these free classes for helpers I went to him and told him I’d be very, very happy to help. I volunteered to be the Splash man in DB,” Olivier notes, stressing that Simon and others at Splash deserve far more credit for its success then he does. While there’s a strong contingent of DBers already providing (free) swim

coaching at Splash, Olivier hopes to recruit and train more in the coming months. He’s also hoping to expand Beyond the Line’s scope to, perhaps, include open-water swimming courses and more group work, particularly in DB. And even with Hong Kong’s less appealing traits (poor air, mysteriously sourced food) Olivier’s not giving it up just yet. “I could not do what I’m doing if I were living in Paris, in a country where people look backward and think the past was better,” he finishes. “I like being in a place where everybody thinks the next day is going to be better.”

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FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT 2017

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When it comes to equities, it isn’t about timing the market but rather time in the market. John Parsons of Parsons White Wealth Management advises that doing nothing is often best

et’s be realistic: managing finances isn’t something that most people enjoy doing. It can be confusing, it can be disappointing, and it can be a lot of work. More often than not, we’d prefer to sit back and ignore it. The good news is sometimes just doing nothing will work in your favour. It’s not often the case but in terms of your finances, once you’ve invested wisely

with a trusted adviser, doing nothing is the best course of action. Looking back on 2016, we can now recognise what a challenging 12 months it was for investors. There were all-time highs in market indices in the US and UK, but there were also bouts of volatility and quick, steep declines. Markets recovered from fears over commodity prices and

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Chinese growth at the start of the year, but were then buffeted by the Brexit vote in June and Trump’s election in November. Yet markets bounced back once again. This bouncing back, this ebb and flow, truly is the nature of equity investing. But it is understandable that investors, the clients whose money it is that’s ebbing and flowing,

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might be concerned about such shortterm fluctuations. But what’s also true is that the sharpest falls and largest gains are often concentrated into short periods of time. Investors who try to time the market to avoid the falls, or who lose faith and sell out at the bottom, are highly likely to miss the gains. The benefits of investing wisely and then doing nothing are illustrated in the chart (top). It is a sobering reminder of the potential costs of trying to time the market. Even missing a small number of days in the market can have a devastating effect on an investor’s total returns. The waiting game So, the moral of this tale? Once your money is invested by a trusted adviser, simply sit back and do nothing. Ideally, you should do nothing for a minimum of five years. If you can hold on and do nothing for 10, that’s even better. Oftentimes, people don’t realise how much they need to save or for how long, and it’s for this reason that many people can face financial challenges in later life – unless they adjust to the new reality of a world of low interest rates.

A timeframe of five to 10 years really is the minimum for equity investing, on the basis that it allows investments to ride out the ups and downs of a normal market cycle. This is backed up by separate analysis by Ritholtz Wealth Management of the S&P 500 Index over nearly 90 years. Ritholtz’s March 2015 report shows the benchmark US index recording positive returns across 88% of all five-year periods. That figure rises to 94% for 10-year periods, while there has yet to be a negative return over a 20-year timeframe. Managing expectations Despite this, a Schroders study of 20,000 investors (Schroders Global Investor Study 2016) reveals that only 33% of UK investors hold their investments for more than five years. Clearly, the long-term message is going unheeded by many investors. The Schroders survey finds that private investors are often impatient when it comes to investing their money, with shorter time horizons and more immediate goals trumping the potential for long-term gains. On average, investors expect to hold their investments for a little over three years, which the study observes may be “fine for cash and

certain types of bonds” but that it “will often prove too short a time period to counteract the volatility associated with equities”. Schroders Global Investor Study 2016 highlights varying degrees of understanding about the different elements involved in building a pot of money to generate an income. While it shows that people have realistic expectations of how long they will live in retirement, it also reveals that some greatly overestimate the returns that might reasonably be generated in the current climate. The Schroders study shows that, on average, UK investors expect to generate an income of 7.5% a year – double the FTSE All-Share Index’s current 3.75% yield. Globally, people expect their investments to return 9.1% annually, which is far higher than the MSCI World Index yield of less than 3%. According to the study, millennials have even more unrealistic expectations, with a minimum desired level of income of 10.2% per year, compared to 8.4% for investors aged 36 and over. This worrying misapprehension about realistic returns is likely to 

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IN FOCUS have a profound effect on long-term savings behaviour, according to the Schroders report. Compounding at an annual rate of 9.1% over 20 years, savings of HK$20,000 per month would build a sum of HK$13,528,600. At a more realistic 4%, however, the total only comes to HK$7,335,400. A new reality Looking back at historic interest rates and market returns provides a stark reminder of how times have changed, and how disconnected some investors

are from the new reality. For instance, according to a Bank of England report in October 2016, UK interest rates hit double digits some 30 years ago, and stayed there or thereabouts until late 1991, with a peak of 14.8% in 1989. In contrast, interest rates are now expected to stay close to zero in the UK, Eurozone, US and Japan for some years. Indeed, markets are currently assuming that UK interest rates will not rise until 2020. Against that backdrop, it seems that many investors’ expectations belong to a bygone era.

With interest rates around the globe stuck below 1%, achieving an annual return of 8% or 9% is a near impossibility without taking on significant levels of risk, according to Schroders Global Investor Study 2016. So, what does this mean for you and your financial plans for 2017 and beyond? It all comes down to finding the right adviser, someone who’s the right fit for you and whose advice you trust, then sitting back and being patient. It’s a long game but all good things come to those who wait.

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Being fit and fabulous is one thing but, in pursuing health and happiness, we need to be sure we are sending the right messages to our kids. Trisha Hughes reports

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DB mums take health and fitness in their stride

xercise is that one singular word that fills me with a kind of dread. It means potentially putting on Lycra and exposing my body to the world, which is something I have no wish to do, especially so soon after my Christmas binge. But if you look around DB Plaza, the fit women of DB have no qualms about doing exactly that. I watch them in a kind of awe as they get off the buses, water bottles in one hand and phones in the other with not the least bit of trepidation. As they walk confidently through the plaza on their way to the gym, their other half is strapping on his helmet and heading off to the bike trails. As I watch, I often wonder what it is that makes the gym (or yoga studio) so enticing to these fit and fabulous DBers. Is it the thought of a quarter-pounder combo without the consequences at the end of the session that makes it so appealing? Or is it the alluring promise of those endorphins ready to rage mysteriously through their bodies at the end of a punishing one-hour workout? Celebrity diets and the gym I was raised in a country where women are obsessed with their bodies. Australia is one of those countries where nearly everyone knows how to swim and they spend every available weekend soaking up the sun on a beach in their skimpy bikinis. And of course, women watch other women and they make judgments, and for a while people’s opinions were a vital part of my life. But oh boy, was I wrong. I’ve come to realise that generally speaking, people’s thoughts don’t matter after all. It’s freed me up for a ‘who cares!’ adventurous approach to life. Inspired as I am by the DB ladies around me, for whom fitness and well-being seem to go hand in hand, you will know by now that I am no exercise bunny. And although we are roughly the same age, I am

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certainly no Madonna. She’s been working out for 40 years, she’s been married twice, and has four children and a gruelling career. Goodness, the woman should be exhausted! She should be lying on the couch at night watching movies and eating ice cream with her fingers. Instead, she’s off to the gym and out there night after night, tour after tour, singing and dancing with the unbridled enthusiasm of an 18-yearold schoolgirl. I can only admire her stamina and energy. By contrast, I picture myself slumped over a treadmill, sweaty and dispirited after only a few minutes in the gym. A fretful voice in my head whispers: ‘There has to be some other way!’ So if I was deleting exercise from my 2017 agenda what I needed was a diet. The thought made me stop and open up my new caloriecounting phone App and ask it how many calories there are in one glass of red wine. I knew I’d get a quick and simple answer like I did with the boiled egg question. The App then asked me was it red wine or red wine jus? Regular? Cooking? Sparkling? Or just red wine? After a lengthy think I pressed regular. It then asked Sip? Large glass? Extra large glass? Or Other? Playing it safe, I opted for other. By then, I thought I’d just tweet Madonna because she would

certainly know what course of action to take when it came to calorie counting and exercise. Or even Joanna Lumley, actress, champagne swiller, owner of the world’s most seductive voice and newcomer to the world of diet crazy celebrities. And then, even while my fingers hovered over the keyboard to access my Twitter page, I stopped to think… do we place too much emphasis on the current celebrity preoccupation with telling us what to eat? The thought made me pause and wonder if we put too much faith in celebrity diets and, by extension, in the all-pervasive ‘name and shame’ culture popularised by shows like The Biggest Loser. I’m no doctor or psychologist but finger-wagging rarely works. Everything in moderation Are these messages perhaps the wrong ones for our children? When 12-year-old kids are undergoing gastric banding surgery, as revealed in the UK last month, and their obesity rate is still climbing, surely we should be thinking whether these anorexic looking people are the ones who should be influencing us. Our obesity crisis will not be solved by a clutch of privileged people who eat small amounts of food and crave nothing, because for most of us food is perennially fascinating, not least delicious. 

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If in doubt, you only have to watch a Jamie Oliver show to know that extensive dieting is bad for you, not to mention the long-term damage it does to your skin. It’s nutrition that is the solution to the problem. But with so many people offering different ideas on nutrition, who is right and who is wrong? There’s no doubt about it, diets are confusing. We have low-fat, low-carb, lowcalorie, detox, low-glycemic and high-glycemic. Some people insist on the low-calorie option, while others insist that eating less more often will build up metabolism and is the way to go. Again, the way DB mums take all this in their stride simply takes my breath away. These women, many of whom are half my age, seem to instinctively know what to feed their kids and how to inspire them into an active lifestyle. Those magic words ‘everything in moderation’ are clearly a touchstone too. It warms my heart to see the same kids I see snacking on pre-cut crudities in the plaza, being treated to a Happy Meal at MacDonalds every once in a while. So here is what I’ve figured out. Life can be tragically short and yet, it’s in our hands to fill it with heaps of happiness. I know that to be miserable about self-image is easy and that self-absorption is an utter waste of time. I’ve learnt that no matter how rich or poor you are, how many shoes you have (that number is called ‘never enough’), and how much exercise you do in the messy business of life, the greatest possessions and achievements a

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person can ever have, are friends and family – people who love us just as we are, with or without the donut at the top of our jeans. With all this in mind, I am lacing my feet into trainers ready to hike over to the Trappist Monastery with some gorgeous DB mums of my acquaintance. Should I collapse

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t’s not always easy saying goodbye to our children as they venture off to university. We ask ourselves whether they have the right skills to adapt to their new lives. Our home suddenly becomes quieter and the fridge fuller. We wonder if we have prepared them for independent living and future employability.

monthly allowance (just!) and travel independently. More broadly though, I wondered whether his education had prepared him for life ahead. It wasn’t just future employment skills he needed but also knowledge about which emerging opportunities to take.

Living in Discovery Bay has fantastic advantages for teens. My son was educated here and acquired an international set of friends, excellent schooling, travel opportunities and exposure to different cultures. Before university, I taught him to cook simple meals, use a washing machine, budget his

New technologies are connecting us globally. Trends show it’s becoming normal to live until 100 years old and that the number of UK workforce employees over age 65 will practically double by 2022. One reason for this is that the traditional concept of retirement has changed. Many 70-year-olds today

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are as mentally and physically fit as 50-year-olds were a generation ago. Our children are likely to enjoy longer life spans, very different work opportunities and more career changes. The world we live in is increasingly volatile, uncertain and ambiguous. The World Economic Forum predicts that over a third of the skills that are considered important in today’s job market will be obsolete by 2020. Advanced robotics, autonomous transport, artificial intelligence and biotechnology are increasingly likely to be the norm. With this increase of new products, technologies and ways of working,

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university students will need different skills for the job market. Traditional ‘hard’ skills, like writing, mathematics and science, continue to have a place in the worlds of academia and of work, but employers are also on the lookout for people with so-called ‘soft’ skills. Soft skills include the ability to adapt to changing circumstances and the willingness to learn through experience, and are applicable across multiple disciplines and careers. Sought-after employment skills The top five employment skills identified by The World Economic Forum as being most in demand by 2020 are complex problem solving, critical thinking, creativity, people management and coordinating with others. The top three skills are considered absolutely essential for all teenagers to cultivate. Companies use data to help predict future trends and make informed decisions in all areas of production, automation and finance. The use of personal data worldwide is nearly doubling annually. Facebook now uploads 350 million photos daily. The UK’s Gig economy has exploded. Uber alone now has 40,000 UK workers. Some industries will grow, other jobs will disappear and some that aren’t yet invented will be near

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commonplace in a decade. Many firms now place higher value on complex decision-making skills. Developing critical thinking and creative-thought tools to make choices means teens will be able to solve difficult problems. Some schools are developing these skills, but with the dizzying speed of technological change, there is a need

for more active parental support at home. Mobile, internet and cloud technology occupy large segments of our everyday lives. Most teens are technologically savvy, but they must learn to hone their own creative imaginations and critical thinking skills. Their world’s pace of change is fast and it won’t wait for them.

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here’s nothing (aside from coffee) that makes the world go round quite as much as love, and February 14 is all about celebrating those warm and fuzzy feelings with the people who touch your heart the very most. And while your pre-kids Valentine’s Day routine may have included candlelit dinners, chilled champers and lavish lingerie, it’s still possible to embrace that loving feeling with small people in tow.

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DIY love letters It first became customary for lovers to exchange handwritten notes back in the 18th century, when Valentine’s cards would be cut into heart-, dove- and cherub-shaped outlines and finished with lace. These days, February 14 sees us showering our loved ones with cards, gifts and even jewellery, and with the rise of the internet, showing our affection has never been easier, with e-cards an increasingly popular way of marking the day. TOP TIP Encourage children to hand-decorate a card for the person that they love and admire the most – be this a family member,

teacher or friend. Add to the fun by encouraging them to send their message anonymously, leaving the recipient to guess who their secret admirer might be. A fun twist for little ones is to sign their name in invisible ink, (make this at home by blending water with lemon juice), then offering a few cryptic clues as to their true identity. The grand reveal can be achieved by simply holding the paper up to the light. Say it with flowers For many an old romantic, Valentine’s Day is synonymous with red roses. What you may not know is that your bouquet may hold hidden significance – 50 red roses are said

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to symbolise eternal love, 12 are for gratitude, while two bound together represent an engagement. Always count your stems carefully! But it’s not all about the rose, which – especially at this time of year – can be over-priced and hard to find. Hinduism recognises the jasmine flower as a symbol of love, while pink, red and white carnations all carry romantic associations. Meanwhile, here in Hong Kong, our beloved bamboo not only makes for sturdy scaffolding, but also represents resilience and grace, making it a thoughtful component of any Valentine’s Day bouquet. TOP TIP Get kids into some floral fun by making colourful paper bouquets. Cut individual petals, and then use a paper punch to create small holes in the bottom of each one, before threading through a lollipop ‘stem’ to fasten your flower together. Wrap in brown paper for an authentic florist’s feel then let them distribute a little floral sweetness to friends. Alternatively, take a trip to Prince Edward then wander Flower Market Road, allowing the kids to customise their very own bunch of blooms. 

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Hand-decorated cards send the right message

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If all that lounging around gives you itchy feet, grab your significant other and hit up Lantau Base Camp’s annual Valentine’s dash, scheduled for February 11. This 13-kilometre trail run is open to teams of two, and all partners must finish the course à deux, making it a trust, as well as a physical exercise, and a great way to work up a sweat together!

Eating your feelings needn’t always be a bad thing. Packed with tryptophan, a chemical associated with sexual arousal, and phenethylamine, which is released by the brain when you fall in love, chocolate is a known aphrodisiac. There’s also the association with sweetness and luxury, all of which stacks up to a towering pile of calories come Valentine’s Day. For a healthier Valentine’s treat that doubles up as a fun family activity, try dipping strawberries in melted chocolate before cooling in the fridge. (Alternatively, stock up on Belgian truffles and save them until the kids are asleep).

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Couples only While it’s great to share the love with all the family, it’s important for busy parents to take time together. Auberge’s Spa Botanica is laying on the love throughout February; couples booking a 90-minute signature massage for two will receive a complimentary aroma Jacuzzi bath with their treatment, enabling them to linger a little longer before heading back to reality.

Chocolate dipped strawberries are a delicious treat

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What’s in a name? The origin of Valentine’s Day is something of a mystery, as there are actually not one, but three Saint Valentines to be found in the record books, with little known of their lives. The Valentine’s Day that we now celebrate was most likely created in the 14th century by the English poet and author, Geoffrey Chaucer. He wrote of the engagement of King Richard II to Anne of Bohemia: "For this was on St Valentine's Day, when every bird cometh there to choose his mate." It was believed during this period that birds would pair for life each year in mid-February, leading to the association with romantic love and partnership that endures to this day.

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PACIFIC PARADISE A cinematographer’s dream, not to mention a bucket-list destination for everyone from surfers to volcanologists, Hawaii will have you at aloha. Cecilia Yee reports North Shore, Oahu

our guidebook will tell you that Hawaii has been a US state since 1959, and that it is the northernmost island group in Polynesia. A volcanic archipelago in the central Pacific Ocean, it comprises hundreds of islands spread over 2,400 kilometres. But

all that is just words – you really have to see Hawaii to believe it. Fortunately, Hawaii’s dramatic scenery has provided the backdrop for countless Hollywood movies, so even armchair travellers can get a good look at the so-called Paradise of the Pacific. While its

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plunging cliffs, fearsome volcanoes and lush rainforests steal the show in blockbusters like Indiana Jones (1981) and Jurassic Park (1993), its palm-fringed beaches and lavish resorts have set the stage for countless romantic comedies, notably Forgetting Sarah Marshall (2008). The cult thriller Point

Break (1991) – forget the 2015 remake – continues to turn viewers on to Hawaii’s big wave surfing, and movies like South Pacific (1958) and 50 First Dates (2004) provide a tantalising glimpse of the laidback island lifestyle.

climbs to suit just about everyone, with the Koko Head crater trail, known locally as the ‘thigh-master’, being the most hardcore. The Valley Isle

With so many diverse (celluloid) images imprinted in our minds, deciding which Hawaiian island to visit first can be a challenge. Island hopping is the way to go, and Oahu, Maui and the Big Island (officially Hawaii Island) need to be at the top of your wish list. The Gathering Place

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Haleakala National Park with its rolling green valleys is a highpoint of any trip to Maui, best accessed via the dramatically scenic Hana Highway. On the winding road to Hana, you’ll navigate hairpin turns and narrow bridges and soak up jaw-dropping views. Covering a vast 135 square kilometres, the park is home to the island’s highest peak, dormant Haleakala volcano, as well as the freshwater pools and waterfalls of Oheo Gulch.

Oahu, known locally as the Gathering Place, is where most visitors get their first taste of Hawaii. While its high-rise resort hotspots don’t provide anything like a desert island experience, they can claim to supply the ultimate in RnR. With every amenity available on tap, you’re free to enjoy the best beach holiday ever, with a large helping of Hawaiian hospitality thrown in. Waikiki main beach, which is credited with some of the world’s best sunsets, is a first port of call. Here you can take your first surf lesson, relax on the sands and then party with the locals after dark.

Kapalua Beach, Maui

Venture a little further afield and the beaches of Oahu’s North Shore quickly reveal why Hawaii is a celebrated surfer’s paradise. Stretching over 11 kilometres, the North Shore attracts the best surfers in the world in the winter months but in the summer, the massive waves become much more hospitable, making it the perfect spot for beginners to get into the sport. The surfer resorts of Waimea Bay, Ehukai Beach Park and Sunset Beach have a more laidback, bohemian feel than nearby Waikiki. TOP TIP For a stunning panoramic view of Oahu, head up 232-metre Diamond Head. There are crater

Less commercial than Oahu, Maui, with its plunging cliffs, lush rainforests and pristine beaches, delivers everything you’ve come to Hawaii to see. It is encircled by 48 kilometres of glorious beach, notably crescent-shaped Kapalua, which is sheltered from strong currents by gigantic lava-rock promontories.

At over 1,980 metres, Haleakala dominates the island, and its protected nature trails are well worth exploring. While there’s no better place to experience Hawaii’s diverse flora and fauna, adrenalin junkies can opt to make the descent by mountain bike on a dedicated 32-kilometre trail. TOP TIP Maui’s beaches are a great place to spot the 12,000 humpback whales that swim from Alaska to Hawaii from December through May.

The Big Island

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For many, the Big Island, the largest in the archipelago, reigns supreme. While its diverse terrain encompasses rainforests, waterfalls and coffee plantations, it is also known for its coloured-sand beaches 

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– green at Papakolea and black in Punaluu. Hapuna Beach Park and Kahaluu Beach Park in the west are popular snorkelling sites, and a great place to swim with dolphins and manta rays. Hawaii Volcanoes National Park is home to two active volcanoes, Kilauea and Mauna Loa, with Kilauea being the most active in the archipelago. Head here to witness molten lava flows, heated steam vents and huge summit caldera. The Big Island also homes the

tallest mountain in Hawaii – Mauna Kea. When measured from its oceanic base, Mauna Kea reaches over 10,000 metres, which makes it even taller than Mount Everest. At the summit, you’ll find the world’s largest observatory for optical, infrared and sub-millimetre astronomy. Take the opportunity to stargaze and be awed by the

limitless sky above. TOP TIP The Big Island plays host to the annual Ironman World Championships each October. If you’re lucky enough to be in Kona during race week, be sure to watch the athletes competing in the fun ‘underpants’ run in the lead up to the main event.

GETTING THERE: You can fly to Honolulu from Hong Kong via Guam, Tokyo or Seoul – or consider a side trip to Hawaii on your next US getaway.

Flight Centre Hong Kong specialises in tailor-made travel experiences, the widest choice of airfares and unique products, and 24-hour emergency assistance. To book your getaway, call 2830 2776, visit www.flightcentre.com.hk, or drop by the retail stores in Discovery Bay, Central, Happy Valley or Wanchai.

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Put this in your calendar for February 18th , we will be holding a pop up market, wines, crafts, Thermomix demos, French fashion, Spanish shoes, chocolates, and more. FOOD FOOD MORE FOOD delicious French, organic Foods and Australian BBQ cuisine. Come along, try a wine, grab a bite to eat. Look forward to seeing you soon at Jervisbay Barbecues.

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Clam chowder Serves 6

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• 2 tbsp parsley, chopped Wash the clams in cold water to remove any grit. Cook over a high heat in a large covered saucepan until clams are just open, shaking the pan frequently. Remove all but 18 clams from their shells. Reserve the pan juices. Fry the bacon, onion, celery, thyme and dill. Cover and cook gently for eight minutes. Stir in the flour and cook gently for five minutes. Put the clam juices, fish stock, white wine and bay leaves in a separate pan. Bring to the boil and simmer for five minutes. Stir in the broth. Cover and simmer for 10 minutes, stirring frequently. Add the potatoes, mashing one quarter against the side of the pan. Add the clams and reheat. Stir in the cream and garnish with the 18 reserved clams and parsley. www.arounddb.com February 2017

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Key lime pie Serves 8

• 10 digestive biscuits, crushed • 6 tbsp unsalted butter, melted • 5 tbsp raw honey • ¼ tsp sea salt • 425 g condensed milk • 4 large egg yolks • 118 ml fresh lime juice • 1 tsp lime zest, grated • 473 ml double cream

Preheat the oven to 180°C. In a bowl, combine the biscuits and butter, two tablespoons of honey and salt. Grease a nine-inch pie dish with additional butter. Pour the crumb mixture into the pie plate and evenly press to form a crust on the bottom and the sides. Bake for 15 minutes. Remove and allow to cool. Combine the condensed milk, egg yolks, lime juice and zest. Pour into the prepared pie crust then bake for 15 minutes, or until set. Allow to cool then refrigerate for at least four hours. When ready to serve, beat the cream and remaining honey together to form stiff peaks. Spread on top of the pie and garnish with additional lime zest.

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YELLOWCARD: FINAL TOUR Kowloonbay International Trade & Exhibition Centre, Kowloon Bay Bid farewell to Yellowcard as the US rockers present their final world tour. Celebrate their journey, sing along to their hits, and get nostalgic as they reminisce about their legendary career. For tickets, starting at HK$580, visit www.cityline.com.

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February 14

Discover and enjoy the world of show jumping at this three-day event brought to you by Longines and the Hong Kong Jockey Club. Aside from the competitions, various social events are being organised so saddle up to meet world-class riders and their horses. For tickets, starting at HK$200, visit www.cityline.com

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Experience fabulous food at affordable prices! For seven days, over a hundred of Hong Kong’s finest restaurants will be offering three-course lunches (starting at HK$118) and dinners (starting at HK$298). For more information, visit www.restaurantweek.hk.

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DOGATHON Hong Kong Disneyland Resort Hang out with your pooch for a day of fundraising for animals in need. Aside from the sponsored walk, you can expect a magic show, art walk and photo booths. The three dogs that raise the most money each get a special prize. For details, visit www.spca.org.hk.

Bringing a fun twist to Shakespeare, the ultimate romance is retold through the eyes of the ones who really know what happened – the Capulets’ party planners! 3 Why the Whales Came (February 10-12) Michael Morpurgo’s haunting tale of sin and redemption, set during the First World War, is brought to life in this spinetingling production. Visit www.kidsfest.com.hk for more information, and www.hkticketing.com for tickets. February 25-26

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Due to relocation, my helper of 6 years is now looking for a new employer. Call Marilyn on 6103 7867, or email binh.johansson@gmail.com

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20 years of experience teaching: • Spanish for children as a first and second language • Adults (Beginners to Advanced levels, Spanish for business, conversation) • Preparation for GCSE & IB exams • Spanish for specific purposes • Undergraduates (minor and major degrees)

Contact: Tel: 9104 3770 carinapicomartinez@gmail.com

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ENGLISH TUITION All levels – kids & adults Cambridge University CELTA qualification Over 10 years of teaching experience in Hong Kong Learn in the comfort of your own home Contact David at 5165 4372, david88wilson@gmail.com

LEARN SPANISH • Native speaker • DELE examiner & experienced teacher • IB, IGCSE, A Level & HKDSE Business Spanish • Courses for adults • Flexible schedule & locations • Special offers for DB & Tung Chung students Contact Erik at 9666 9511, rerikm@hotmail.com

MANDARIN CHINESE CLASSROOM Lessons for adults & children, individually & in small groups. Any level/ time/ purpose. In the Greens. Call 6071 9643, or visit www.dbmandarin.com

MATHS TUITION Sai Kung Tutors, now in DB, wants kids to enjoy maths, not just pass exams. All lessons are conducted at kids’ homes for ultimate ease and comfort. Call 5321 4400

SINGING LESSONS • For children and adults • With opera singer (ex Phantom of the Opera cast) and former teacher of the University of West London Musical Theatre degree course • In DB - close to pier Contact 5699 5979, or visit www.bernadettenagy.com

Ramatoulaye, who lives in Burkina Faso, was about to give birth to her fourth child, but the boatman was nowhere to be found. Unable to get to the health centre across the river, she gave birth alone on the river banks.

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Lessons in Discovery Bay on: TUE, THU & SAT

Personal Professional Tutoring Service. • Curriculum: HSK, IB, GCSE, SAT • ESF & all international schools, Year 1 to 13 • For students & adults (homework/ exams/ business) • Mother-tongue Chinese tutors from the PRC (Levels: Basic, Intermediate, Advanced) • Mathematics tutors (UK B SC) • Native English tutors. (MA in Education, specialising in Early Childhood Stage) Contact 9107 5655, graciasx@hotmail.com

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OUR SERVICES DOG & CAT GROOMING ( BY APPOINTMENT ) PET FOOD & ACCESSORIES SUPPLIES CAT SITTING SERVICE FREE DAILY DELIVERY Ground floor 11B, Discovery Bay Plaza, Discovery Bay (next to Island Vet) Tel: 2987 0428 / Fax : 2914 1313 / E-mail : petsgallerydb@yahoo.com.hk Open from 9:00 am till 7:30 pm (Mon - Sun)

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Phoenix Wills

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Have you appointed guardians for your children? Who should inherit your assets if you and your immediate family are all fatalities in an accident? What happens if the breadwinner in your family is critically ill or in a coma and unable to provide?

Allow Phoenix Wills to assist you with your estate planning to ensure that your loved ones are looked after in the event of your untimely death or incapacity. W: www.phoenix-wills.com E: info@phoenix-wills.com T: 3100 0101 | M: 6108 8471

•Counselling for individuals, couples, families & adolescents • Sliding fee scale; affordable options for all clients • English, Putonghua, Cantonese, Russian, Hindi, Marathi and Marwadi speaking counsellors

www.resourcecounselling.org Serving the community over 40 years A Member Agency of the Community Chest

If you want to drink, that’s your business. If you want to stop, we can help.

Alcoholics No dues or fees. Anonymous

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2-BED IN CHERISH COURT, DB

Fully furnished, 2- & 3-bed apartments available for long- or short-term lease. Minimum rental period 1 month. In excellent condition. Contact Miss Man on 9806 9175/ 9872 7395, tanford787@gmail.com. Visit tanford.webs.com

Fully furnished, 2-bedroom flat with wi-fi & Now TV. Full sea view & Disneyland-firework view. Photos available. Contact Jacqueline on 9811 0718, jacquelinedb@gmail.com

OVERSEAS PROPERTY DELUXE DB SERVICED APARMENTS Fully furnished 1-2-bed apartments with beautiful decor, wi-fi & broadband. Well-equipped kitchen, luxurious bedding, weekly cleaning service. Contact Annie on 2987 2626, annie@appletravel.com

HAWKS NEST THAILAND FOR RENT

Fully equipped 2-bedroom villa for rent, including rooftop patio with outdoor kitchen, Jacuzzi, pool & internet. Situated just south of Hua Hin, with optional Bangkok pick-up. Contact villa@hawksnestthailand.com, or visit www.hawksnestthailand.com

LUXURY APARTMENTS IN SIENA 2, DB Spacious 600’ apartments for short- or long-term rental. Quiet with sea views over park, near Club Siena & DB Tunnel. Fully furnished with washer/ drier, bed linen, kitchenware, 55” TVs, wi-fi, blu-ray home theatre. Contact the owner on 9317 0624, nialady2011@gmail.com

NICELY DECORATED DB APARTMENTS

Nicely decorated, 1-, 2- & 3-bedroom flats available for short-term let. Fully furnished with wi-fi & NOW TV. Weekly cleaning service. Photos available. Contact Serena on 9236 1806, cow9146@yahoo.com.hk

FULLY FURNISHED DB 1-BED Smart apartment on a high floor with sea view. Close to pier & DB Plaza. Available fully furnished. Call Tiareti on 9732 8985

LUXURY DB 2-BED Newly renovated, 2-bed flat with balcony. Luxuriously furnished, with TV, cable & broadband. Panoramic harbour views & short walk to pier. Contact Charles on 6140 7971, charles@headlandhomes.hk. Contact Katie on 9150 7319, katie@headlandhomes.hk

VILLA IN TABANAN, BALI FOR SALE Quiet, furnished 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom villa with private dipping pool. Perfect vacation home after minimal renovation. Surrounded by rice paddies & 5 minutes to the beach. Contact onethingadaythatscaresyou@gmail.com, or visit www.sahajasawahresort.com

VILLA IN SANUR, BALI FOR RENT Newly built 4 bedroom/ bathroom villa for rent in Sanur, Bali. Large pool & western kitchen. Walking distance to beach & restaurants. Prices from HK$1,800 per night with a minimum of 2 nights. Contact serenacourtauld@gmail.com

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AUSTRALIAN PROPERTY Everything you need to know about buying a property in Australia. Information on property markets, taxation, finance, migration & legal. Free online at www.aussieproperty.com

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2428 2566 FOOD, RESTAURANTS & BARS

Airport Izakaya Andante Bistro Delifrance Café Aficionado Chef’s Choice China Coast Bar & Grill Dosirak House Essence Federal Palace Restaurant Kimos Mansarover Indian Cuisine Melody Thai McDonald’s Delivery Moccato Olea Pizza Express Pizza Hut Delivery Regala Café & Dessert Bar Resto Rouge Skycity Bistro Spaghetti House Zentro Garden

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Dalcroze Jill Marshall Pilates South Lantau Paddle Club Thai Palin Massage Tony’s Salon Treasure Island

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Findley Leung Group Koon Wah Hardware Lee Wo Construction Engineering Man Shun Construction & Engineering New Look Design

Mui Wo Inn Silvermine Beach Resort Tai O Heritage Hotel

HOTELS

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Kind Hing Trinity International Kindergarten & Nursery Lantau International Kindergarten Lantau International School Lao Shi Lantau Mandarin lessons Little Lantau Montessori Kindergarten Mui Wo Owls School & Kindergarten The Story Studio

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SOCIAL, SPORTS & EQUIPMENT

Asia Pacific Soccer Schools Caribbean Coast Club House Coastal Skyline Club House Dance for Joy Edge ’n Pointe Dance Centre Epic MMA Jumping Castles Perun Fitness Seaview Crescent Club House Smash Cricket Tung Chung Crescent Club House

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UTILITY, SERVICES & EMERGENCY HOTLINES

Tung Chung Ambulance Depot Tung Chung Fire Station Tung Chung Police Station

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LEARNING CENTRES

Clement Art School Discovery Mind International Play Centre Greenfield International Kindergarten Kidznjoy Sakura Kids Salala Kids House Soundwaves English Education Centre Sun Island Education Foundation Sunshine House International Preschool The Story Studio Tung Chung Catholic School (Yat Tung) YMCA of Hong Kong Christian College

2984 7225 6810 0111 2985 8383 LEARNING CENTRES

2421 8088 2109 2330 2988 1488

Hong Kong SkyCity Marriott Hotel Novotel Citygate Hong Kong Regal Airport Hotel

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Akash Removals Mega Power Engineering/Locksmiths Shun Yu Engineering

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HEALTH & WELLBEING

Bayside Dental Essential Health Family Clinic Human Health Medical Centre Maximum Care North Lantau Physiotherapy Tung Chung Animal Clinic Tung Chung Vet Centre Tung Chung Maternal & Child Health Centre Quality Health Dental Quality Health Medical Raffles Medical

LANTAU NUMBERS

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Findley Leung Real Estate Home Solutions Real Estate Proper Trip Real Estate

2984 8334 3483 5003 2984 1666 RETAIL

Friendly Bike Shop Island Wines Lantau Base Camp Quay House Red Hall Chinese Antiques The Red Lantern ZenvarA

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Jumping Castles SPCA Phoenix Wills Suzanne Goodwin Photography Twig (Design Studio)

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Lee Hing Loong Hon Kee Transportation Company Lantau Tours New Lantau Bus Company

2984 2268 2984 8494 2984 8255 2984 9848

DB NUMBERS

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COMMUNITY & HEALTH Bayside Dental Practice, North Plaza BMSE, North Plaza Catholic Church (Trinity Chapel) DB Alliance Church Community Centre DB International Community Church Discovery Bay Medical Centre Health & Care Dental Clinic Herbal Health Cares IMI (Natural Medicine Clinic), North Plaza Island Health Island Veterinary Services The Development Practice The Neighbourhood Advice-Action Council, North Plaza

LEARNING CENTRES 2987 0855 2259 3422 2987 9909 2987 8136 2987 7061 2987 5633 2666 6183 2834 7276 2537 1087 2987 7575 2987 9003 2914 2223 2259 3422

Future Stars Dance Academy

3102 2977 2320 1238 3480 1348 2987 8460

DAILY NECESSITIES 7-Eleven Convenience Store DCH Food Mart Deluxe Fusion by PARKnSHOP Just Green Watson’s Pharmacy Wellcome, North Plaza

Dance classes based on the ISTD requirements conducted in a fun, disciplined and safe environment. 2987 6867 melissa@futurestarsdanceacademy.com

Apple Travel

Island Dance

Harvey Law Group

Playtime Kids DB 2987 4401 2792 0530 2987 7486 2448 1180 2987 4089 2947 9092

The Best Travel Agency in DB 2987 2626 cas@appletravel.com

A dance school offering ISTD Freestyle, Hip Hop & Tap & RAD Ballet classes from Monday to Saturday at DBRC & Club Siena. All ages welcome. 2987 1571 www.islanddance.com.hk

CLOTHING & ACCESSORIES Action X, North Plaza GigaSports Little Whale, North Plaza Nomadic

OTHER SERVICES

Playgroup run by Montessori-trained teacher. From 6 months to 4 years. 2623 4099; 9054 0565 playtimekidsdb@yahoo.com, www.playtimekidsdb.com

The Beat

Latin & Ballroom dance classes for adults and children. Wedding dance, Salsa, Beat Cardio, Mommies & Babies, Yoga and many more. 5194 9630 info@thebeat.com.hk www.thebeat.com.hk

FINANCIAL SERVICES

Tree of Joy

Parsons White Wealth Management

Tree of Joy provides children with a fun, engaging and supportive environment to play and learn. Programs include: Dropoff Nursery Class, Parent-Toddler Class, Afternoon Camp and a Cooking Class. Tel: 9787 2755, info@treeofjoydb.com, www.treeofjoydb.com

Partner Practice of St. James’s Place Wealth Management An expert financial service of distinct quality, integrity and excellence located at DB North Plaza. 2433 6981, 5664 7614 www.sjpp.asia/pwwm

An International Law Firm in DB North Plaza providing a wide range of commercial and personal legal services. 2416 8618 dboffice@harveylawcorporation.com www.harveylawcorporation.com Gillian florist, North Plaza Flight Centre, North Plaza Mypetshop, North Plaza Pets Gallery The Optical House Well Supreme Laundry Services

PROPERTY LISTINGS & BOATS

AQUABLU

Boat/ Yacht Sales & Brokerage - Berths/ Debentures - Marine Insurance - Marine Problems/ Resolution 6017 7802 Oceanblu@netvigator.com

Please explore the website, or call Michèle to see any of the listings. +852 60550146 www.HKBoatsandHomes.com

The Stephen Putnam Practice Private Client Wealth Management Tel: 2914 0388 www.sjpp.asia/tspp Bank of China HSBC Luen Fat Securities Co. Ltd

2160 6556 2233 3000 2987 1851

HOME Good Luck Engineering Hoi Yu Transportation Hung Kee Co Interior 18 Japan Home Centre May’s furniture & curtain design Next Furniture Rapee-living Rich Point Hardware Materials Tactful Design & Build Tai Fat Hardware Store Wing On Department Store Yours Electrical Centre

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LEARNING CENTRES

7+1 Creative Club

A LEGO after-school programme for children aged 3 and over, including robotics. A fun, interactive learning system through creative building. Tel: 3709 8466 Facebook: www.facebook.com/7plus1

Woodentots is a Montessori playgroup providing a caring and nurturing environment in the Plaza. Run by a qualified Montessori teacher for children aged 2 1/2 - 5 years. 6108 9131 woodentotsdb@gmail.com

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MULTIMEDIA

Musical Drama – Acting – Musical Theatre Tues & Wed classes at Discovery College 4 to 12 yrs - 2 fully costumed performances a year 8122 9475 admin@actingantics.com www.actingantics.com

Lifestyle Homes & Boats 2914 0888 info@lifestylehomes.com.hk www.lifestylehomes.com.hk

LEARNING CENTRES 7+1 Creative Club Bayview House of Children DB International School (Kindergarten) DB International School (Pri / Sec) Discovery College Discovery Mind International Play Centre Discovery Mind Kindergarten Discovery Mind Primary School, North Plaza Discovery Montessori School, North Plaza DMR School of Ballet Early Adventures Playgroup Eye Level Centre Funfit HK International Learning Academy, North Plaza Kumon, North Plaza L’Ecole Française de Discovery, North Plaza Links Parenting, North Plaza Little Explorers English For Kids Mandarin for Munchkins, North Plaza SKH Wei Lun Primary School Sunshine House Int’l Pre-School Sunshine House Kindergarten, North Plaza Treasure House

Bookazine Fotomax (F.E.) Ltd Pen’n Paper P-Solution

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Centaline Property Agency EPS Property Consultants Headland Homes Kingsland DB Land Master Property Savills Hong Kong

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FOOD & BEVERAGE, HOTELS 22º North Auberge Discovery Bay (Hotel), North Plaza Café Bord de Mer & Lounge Café Duvet Caffe Pascucci Coyote Mexican Cantina Chef’s Choice, North Plaza Ebeneezer’s Figos Seaside Café First Korean Restaurant Fresh Fruit Juice Paradise Hemingway’s by the Bay il Bel Paese Island Café Jaspa’s, North Plaza Kiraku Tei

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Koh Tomyums

2987 0767

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FOOD & BEVERAGE, HOTELS La Création Bakery

2987 1829

McSorley’s Ale House

2987 8280

Mirch Masala, North Plaza

2987 1337

Moofish, North Plaza

2987 6318

Nevale Kitchen, North Plaza

2172 7099

Pacific Coffee

2987 1662

Paisano’s, North Plaza

2673 4445

Peony Chinese Restaurant

2500 1950

Salt & Pepper

2336 8001

Solera

2555 0772

Subway

2914 0005

Super Super

2914 1308

The Venue

2777 8411

Uncle Russ, DB Plaza

2682 0068

Uncle Russ, North Plaza

2682 8110

Zak’s

2987 6232

SOCIAL, SPORTS & EQUIPMENT

Discovery Bay Cricket Club An internationally acclaimed club which provides a structure under which players, regardless of age or ability, can thrive. 2987 0132 www.dbcricketclub.com

HK Dragons Football Club Football for 2.5- to 14- year old girls and boys 2987 4274 www.dragons.hk

Embody The perfect studio for bumps, babes, kids & adults with Yoga, Piloxing, Zumba, Pilates, FatBurn & more! 6624 8712 susan@embody.hk www.embody.hk Junior Cricket Academy Cricket for 3.5 to 15 year old girls and boys 9011 1319 www.dbcricketclub.com

Movement Improvement Specialized training in Pilates, Yoga, TRX, Spinning, Circuits and Personal training. The complete solution on your doorstep at DB North Plaza 2987 5852 www.movementimprovement.com.hk

Vikings Football Club Professional Soccer Coaching From ages 18 months to 12 years Tel: 9533 2600 vikingshk@hotmail.com www.vikings.hk Action X, North Plaza Club Siena DBees Ice Hockey DB Pirates Rugby Football Club Discovery Bay Marina Club Discovery Bay Golf Club Discovery Bay Recreation Club GigaSports

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ChinaUTILITIES, Light & Power Information&Line 2678 2678 SERVICES EMERGENCY HOTLINES Discovery Bay Commercial Services Discovery Bay Fire & Ambulance Discovery Bay Management Discovery Bay Office Centre Discovery Bay Post Office Gas Leakage Emergency Hotline Lantau North Report Room North Lantau Hospital San Hing Gas Co Typhoon Signal Enquiries Water Fault Reports Water Supplies Department

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WELLBEING

Ingredients of Wellness – Mindfulness Training

TOYS & KIDS’ PARTIES Bo Bo House EpicLand Little Whale, North Plaza Toysland

2987 4230 2441 0098 3480 1348 2987 7859

TRANSPORT SERVICES

Teaching young people skills to direct attention, to be calmer and concentrate better. angie@ingredientsofwellness.com 9048 5425 www.ingredientsofwellness.com

M Spa

Limousine Rental

Limo service in HK & China • pick up from / to DB Tunnel • direct transfer to SZ / GZ Airport 5303 3489 / 9654 0899 limo9689@gmail.com DB Golf Cart Services DB Transit Services DB Transportation Services Hire Car Bookings Passenger Telephone Hotline Wiselink Golf Cart Services

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UTILITIES, SERVICES & EMERGENCY HOTLINES 24-hour Customer Service Hotline China Light & Power Emergency

3651 2345 2728 8333

Provides door-to-door treatment service. Conveniently located in the Plaza. Reflexology, massage, pedicure/manicure. 2987 0614

Nailed It Professional artificial nail services in DB 2987 2266

Afflatus Hair Workshop, North Plaza Maximum Care Nest Care, North Plaza Salon De Coiffure Sense of Touch

2987 0283 2987 2060 2499 8826 2987 4112 2987 9198

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The HIT Room Bodypump, Grit Strength, Boxing, Core, TRX, High Intensity Training. Located at North Plaza 6621 7410 www.thehitroom.com.hk info@thehitroom.com.hk

Kyama Swim School Training programs for Adults; Private lessons; Learn to Swim courses for our Helper community and development squads for DC students. Tel: 9487 5049 kyamaswimschool@gmail.com, www.kyamaswimschool.com

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OUT THERE

STUPID

CUPID

As Valentine’s Day approaches, Peter Sherwood reflects on romantic love and the marriage game

rite about love and marriage, she said, being unaware that me writing about blessed nuptials would be like Willie Nelson singing Cantonese opera. She clearly saw the prospect of some dark comedy... but why me?

Illustration courtesy of www.wikimedia.org

Until recently, the only wedding I ever attended was decades ago in Sydney, and it wasn’t my own. Still I came away traumatised, in a state of considerable psychological distress that still sees me misspelling the word – appropriately, enough – as ‘mirage’.

A month or so ago, I attended my second wedding – the welding together of two Discovery Bay friends, Marc and Rosie. Making their vows, they made it clear that the single life is no substitute for matrimony. But then bachelordom doesn’t have to mean existence in a smelly monastery cell.

Given what professionals have told me about mood changes, I am persuaded that romantic love is really an ancient physiological drive to reproduce the species. This utilitarian move by Mother Nature removes all romance from the romantic, leaving the horror of waking up one morning with a detested spouse, gargantuan school bills, extortionate legal fees and half a house. (When M. Nature has done the job she loses any interest in the on-going state of your relationship.) Sexless in the city Apart from finality, something pseudo-scientific bothers me about a wedding’s aftermath. I refer to surveys on wedlock and sex. Beginning with the famous ground(and relationship-) breaking Kinsey Reports on sexual behaviour (1948 and 1953), every study on the subject is riddled with distortion. Everyone lies about how much sex they have. Everyone. And as we

all know, polls are based on the opinions of people in a shopping mall who are not savvy enough to avoid someone coming at them with a clipboard. An infinite subject is couples complaining they don’t feel like having sex anymore. So the agony people direct them caringly to marriage guidance and hormone treatment, or a visit to a retail outlet for new-and-improved lingerie and a range of devices to titillate. I don’t get it. What’s the problem? For years I read self-help books and even wrote a couple. Then I didn’t feel like it, so I stopped. Same with tennis after 40 years. Why should this be so difficult? I’m often told that DB is a hotbed of everything salacious and forbidden, with countless broken alliances and busted heads. But if young married women are throwing themselves at us single blokes, I can only whine that too few are flinging their nubile bodies in my direction.

Peter Sherwood has lived in DB for 17 years. The former head of an international public relations firm, Peter is the author of 15 books and he has written around 400 satirical columns for the South China Morning Post.

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