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Jon Gaunt joins RTN 30 JULY - 5 AUGUST 2010

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No Vote, No Voice gets further backing by Louise Clarke FOLLOWING THE success of the first residents meeting of RTN’s No Vote, No Voice Campaign last week, Presidents from the various urbanisations in San Miguel de Salinas received an information pack with all the relevant voting details contained within. The pack was devised in conjunction with RTN and the Presidents Liaison Group, by Dick Conway from the San Miguel de Salinas Neighbourhood Watch, and was officially handed out at the Town Hall earlier this week. After last week’s meeting, RTN promised to investigate whether it was, in fact, a necessity to have a resident’s certificate in order to vote. Thanks to the input of various local and knowledgeable officials as well as an email from the Oficina del Censo Electoral, RTN can confirm that in order to register on the Town Hall’s ‘padron’ you DO need a Residencia certificate. Without the Residencia you cannot be on the ‘padron’ and every Town Hall will request a copy of this certificate when renewing or obtaining a ‘padron’. And then, of course, once you are on the padron you can vote or express the wish to vote. HOW TO DO IT

(1) Visit a National Police office to apply for a Residence Certificate (2) With the Residence Certificate you go to the Registro Department of the Town Hall and register to the ‘Padron’ (You will also need proof of ID,

The Presidents of San Miguel’s urbanisations Mayor, Angel Saez Huertas

title deed or rental contract, as well as water or electricity bill) (3) Request the document to apply for the municipal and European elections. (4) Vote next year! IMPORTANT

RTN has received overwhelming support for its No Vote, No Voice campaign from a number of influential and official sources. This week, campaign group PUMA 22 has publically backed the campaign and has said that it will do its best to promote the importance of voting in next year’s municipal elections. PUMA 22’s Bill Bridges told RTN: “By voting in next year’s elections, people will have the opportunity to express their views through the ballot box. The first and most important step is to make sure that you know what your official postal address is, as all of-

ficial communications will only be sent by post to that official postal address. “In order to vote, each individual must be properly registered. If you are not already registered for voting, or not sure whether or not you are registered, there is a guide on how to do so on our website at www.puma22.org/article-484. html.” He added: “PUMA22 are of the opinion that local voting is extremely important if you want to have some influence on the way we are treated, what we want for our Community, and of course to improve the place in which we live. Those seeking election are well aware of just how many thousands of non Spanish residents there are here on the Costa and what their votes could mean for them. How you vote when the time comes is of course entirely a matter for you, and PUMA22 will not be endorsing any political party at any time, but we do think it extremely important that we should all vote, and make our feelings felt.”

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Huge forest fire devastates protected park

continued from front page By Jack Troughton CONTROVERSIAL AND outspoken presenter Jon Gaunt bounces back with RTN to pen a hard-hitting column and take a caustic and entertaining look at the World. Starting today and every Friday, award-winning Gaunty writes exclusively for Spain’s favourite free newspaper and examines current affairs in The Jon Gaunt Column. After winning legions of expat fans with former radio show SunTalk, Jon is back on the Costas with RTN and broadcasting twice weekly with the Costa Blanca’s favourite radio station Bay Radio. Jon And he said: “I am absolutely delighted to be offered the opportunity to write for what I think is broadcasting from the the best English language paper on the Costas. Costa Blanca “I hope what I write will sometimes infuriate people; sometimes people will be angry with it; SUPPORT and sometimes people will have a laugh. “I have been absolutely overwhelmed by the messages of support I have received from people HONEST at my website www.gaunty.com, through Face“It will be direct and honest and what I really book and of course via Bay Radio and Spectrum,” think – I will not be playing devil’s advocate but he added. giving my take on what is happening in the world And as well as enjoying his new role as an RTN and, of course, in Spain. Basically, I will be shootcolumnist, Jon will examine current affairs twice a ing from the lip as usual.” And Jon, who reviews the newspapers every week live on Bay Radio – every Wednesday mornWednesday morning on Sky TV with Eamonn Hol- ing at 11.00 and Friday afternoons at 16.30. RTN’s managing director Geoff Gartland said mes at 07.40 and 08.40, believes his RTN articles he believed readers would find The Jon Gaunt Coland Bay shows will provoke an energetic response umn an irresistible attraction. from readers and listeners. “This is a real coup for RTN and marvellous for “No-one at RTN has told me to tone down the act so it will be exactly what people have some to both the paper and our readers,” he said. “I am absolutely delighted Jon has chosen RTN before expect from me,” he said. “I never expect people to agree with everything other newspapers in Spain. “Jon is a true professional and with his high proI say, people would soon get bored and stop listenfile and sometimes controversial views, I think we ing and reading. It is just my take on the World. “It will be in the same style everyone has come have a winning combination with the column.” Geoff added: “I know a lot of people were very to love. I am more than willing to listen to other disappointed when SunTalk was taken off air but people’s opinions – after I have stated mine!” Two week’s ago News International pulled the now people can still keep in touch with Gaunty plug on SunTalk – which was broadcast live every and enjoy his very individual style.” weekday in Spain by Bay Radio and Spectrum FM. Bay Radio’s Andy Stammers said it was fan-

tastic to work with Jon under the News International banner and the groundbreaking SunTalk show. “We are really looking forward to continuing our relationship with Gaunty – who is an absolutely top award-winning professional,” he said. “We have a commitment to giving our listeners the very best programming and when it comes to talk shows on the radio, there is no one better around than Jon Gaunt.” Andy said Jon would not be hosting a chat show with people ringing in but he would be airing his views on current affairs. He said SunTalk was “hugely popular” during its 18 month run. “We are pleased and excited we have managed to get Gaunty to work with us – even though it is in a different format at this stage. “It shows his commitment to his audience in Spain and our commitment to giving our listeners top quality radio and Jon very much wanted to continue the relationship he has made with listeners here.” And Andy said people returning to the UK could still tune in via the Internet at www.bayradio.fm “It is the same way many people originally listened to SunTalk.”

A FOREST fire that broke out in El Saler last week destroyed 2.5 hectares – an area the size of two football pitches – in the Albufera nature park near Valencia. Seven fire fighting planes and firemen from four fire stations fought relentlessly to bring the raging flames under control in less than two hours. Thanks to the close proximity of the Albufera Lake, planes and helicopters were able to refill their water tanks quickly, and dump water on the fire. The first emergency call was received by the authorities at 16.40 on 23rd July and the firemen were immobilised immediately. In total there were 13 fire engines, 17 local police vehicles, the Guardia Civil, three environmental brigades and four forestry brigades. The road through El Saler was closed, and traffic on the CV-500 motorway was backed up for many kilometres. The environmental arm of the police, Seprona, are investigating the cause of the fire.

What a load of rubbish NO, THIS is not about the England football team’s performance in South Africa; this is more serious than that. Just over a month ago, the Council of San Fulgencio started to enforce a local by-law regarding the dumping of garden rubbish, domestic appliances and building rubble next to the waste bins provided for normal household rubbish. RTN reported on the situation earlier this year after it was contacted by furious residents, but now the situation seems to have worsened. One resident told RTN: “The Council designated areas where the residents of La Marina could take their rubbish. But where were these tips sited - in the middle of the urbanisations of course. There are at least five of these tips dotted throughout the area, the largest of these being on the south west corner of La Marina where the urbanisation borders the Camino Convenio, one of the main thoroughfares through ‘San Fulgencio North’. This site is less than one hundred and twenty metres from the nearest dwelling house and approximately two hundred metres south of a children’s play area.” UNBEARABLE

Since its creation there have been increasing piles of garden rubbish being dumped, in many places more than two metres high. Also at this site, there are old sofas, chairs, mattresses and household appliances. In nearby Calle Helsinki, a young German resident told RTN that the stench some nights was unbearable and that since the creation of this site she has been plagued by rats and cockroaches. She said: “They are climbing into my washing machine

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Coastal fires cause chaos

The fire at Villamartin Gold Course

There are at least five of these tips dotted throughout the area

during the night and I sometimes only discover them after a wash, finding bits of cockroaches through my washed clothes.” She also stated that a few weeks ago, her two year old child woke up screaming with a cockroach on his face. She further stated that she has had to chase rats from inside her house; one of which came in while she was watching television. When RTN asked if she had lodged a complaint, she stated: “What is the point? The council don’t consult anyone, so why would they listen to a lone voice?” OBLIGATIONS

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By Louise Clarke COASTAL POLICE have developed a close relationship with the Torrevieja Fire Service during the last week after they were called to four separate fires in three days. Officers from the Policia Local have attended numerous fires in the area, including a large fire at Villamartin Golf Course. complaints very seriously. The rub- On Monday evening, bish clean up contract has recently firefighters were called been renewed and a new compa- to the golf course at ny is now in charge. A Town Hall Villamartin close to Calle spokesman has said that although Cañón Hillys, where a large there have been some teething fire had broken out. Early trouble they are fulfilling all their contractual obligations. If you live in La Marina and have similar complaints either contact the Town Hall or go along to the Citizens Advice Group, which meets every Tuesday morning at the La Marina Sports Complex, between 10:00 and 12:00. They are currently collecting names for a petition which they hope to hand into the Town Hall as soon as they have enough signatures.

investigations by the fire service suggest that this fire may have been started deliberately and two youths are currently helping police with their enquiries. A Local Police spokesman told RTN: “This fire was particularly ferocious and required not only the fire brigade from Torrevieja but also two hydroplanes and two helicopters to be despatched from Alicante. The Guardia Civil and Proteccion Civil were also in attendance, so it was a major incident for the emergency services on the coast.”

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New TV antenna inaugurated by Louise Clarke A BRAND new digital TV antenna for the southern Alicante province was unveiled on Monday by the Valencia Councillor for Justice and Public Administration, Paula Sánchez de León. The new antenna means that residents will now be able to watch uninterrupted television. The move to fit the new equipment, which includes five other new antennas in the province, came shortly after the Spanish digital TV switchover in April, when it was discovered that the signal strength was not sufficient enough to adequately service the most southern municipalities which include; Torrevieja, Orihuela, Los Montesinos, Pilar de la Horadada and San Miguel de Salinas, which is where the new antenna will be located. More than 120,000 residents of the Vega Baja were directly affected and the installation of all six new antennas cost the Valencian government more than €15 million of investment. There will also be new antennas in Calpe, Vall de Laguar, Mutxamel, El Campello, Teulada and Altea. ESSENTIAL SERVICE

Sra Sánchez de León told the press conference: “The Valencian Regional Government has ensured that all corners of the three provinces, home to more than 900,000 citizens, have this new technology. Without our investment, many of those people would be unable to watch continuous television and some would have no television at all.” She added: “We have understood that neither we nor the Mayors could allow the citizens to remain without such an essential service as television

Paula Sánchez de León with the Mayor of San Miguel, Angel Saez Huertas

and we decided to act so that no citizens of the Valencia Community arrived at the day of the analogical switchover with a complete blackout.” As well as the new TDT antenna, the Councillor also announced the new Digital Mobile Communications Network for the Emergency and Security Services (COMDES). This system will arrive in municipalities all over the region in September and will allow easy and efficient communications between all the emergency services. She explained: “COMDES is a digital network that will allow all the services that take part during difficult moments of our lives; such as fires, floods or other catastrophes, to be able to communicate perfectly with each other and have a communication tool that will not fail. The transfer of voice and data will allow us the piece of mind that if something disastrous

Murcian family mourn love parade victim

LAST WEEKEND’S ‘Love Parade’ tragedy in Duisburg in Germany has hit the residents of Fuente Alamo after it was revealed that one of the 20 victims who were crushed to death during a stampede was the daughter of one of its former residents. Marta Acosta, one of two Spanish girls that died in the stampede, was the daughter of Faustino and Agustina, originally from the small Murcian town. Although Marta was born in Cofrentes in Valencia after her parents moved there, all her family and close relatives still live in does happen to us, we will be perfectly the pueblo of Fuente Alamo taken care of.” and prayers are being said during masses at both of INVESTMENT the Town’s churches. She also used the press conference The family has always kept as an opportunity to reiterate that the its roots alive in Fuente Valencian government is committed to the Alamo, even after they residents of the Vega Baja and has recently later moved to the city of approved 123 projects with their ‘Plan Confi- Tarragona and the residents anza’ and will invest more than €78 million were shocked to hear that into the area by the end of 2010. She said: “We are committed to improving the quality of lives of each and every resident who live here. The Plan Confianza proves that the Valencian Government has understood that we had to put all our effort in the hands of the individual municipal Mayors because they are the people that know how best to serve their citizens and know which projects would most benefit them. They have decided where and how to invest and the plan is aimed at not only benefiting the citizens but also about creating jobs and livelihoods.”

the tragedy had taken one of their own. The 21-year-old student was in Germany for the summer on a language exchange with her University, the URV of Tarragona. Marta’s Aunt, Patricia, said that she was devastated about her niece’s death and said that she was a ‘…beautiful young woman in the prime of her life.’ The Fuente Alamo Mayor, Maria Antonia Conesa, sent a telegram of condolence to the immediate family in Tarragona. Marta’s parents and their three children - Marta was the eldest - visited the town on holiday every year and this year planned to spend some days in Fuente Alamo in late August. Unconscious under the bridge, Marta was found by emergency services hours after the stampede, and died in hospital from her injuries.

British woman arrested over husband’s death

A BRITISH man is believed to have been stabbed to death by his wife in Málaga. Police were called in the early hours of Monday morning last week, by a neighbour who reported that a man had suffered knife wounds in his home. By the time police arrived, the 57-year-old man was dead. His 48-yearold wife has been arrested and taken for questioning. Police say they have no record of either party reporting domestic violence, nor are there any criminal records for the couple.

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Protests at the ‘Pleno’ N332 petition handed over by Louise Clarke THE WORD ‘summer’ conjures up a list of synonyms such as sunshine, the beach, pool and now for the second year on the run in Orihuela Costa, we can add ‘N332 protests’ to that list. This Tuesday, Orihuela’s July ‘pleno’ meeting at the Town Hall prompted an angry confrontation between coastal residents and the Councillor for the Coast, Jose Antonio Aniorte. Regular readers will remember residents from La Regia brought the N332 to a standstill last summer, protesting at the lack of a pedestrian footbridge. A year later, there is still no bridge and the residents are still protesting. More than 50 residents descended upon the government building and took their seats in the public gallery for the monthly council meeting. Rosa Martinez, PSOE Councillor for the Coast, received a huge round of applause after proposing support for a new footbridge. However, when Snr Aniorte responded, the crowd booed him loudly and cut him off mid sentence with shouts of “liar!” GATEWAY After the meeting closed, residents pounced upon the Councillor to show their displeasure at not being able to cross the N332 without either walking three kilometres to the nearest footbridge or risking

Last year’s protest brought the N332 to a standstill

life and limb by crossing the dual carriageway. The majority of the residents are elderly and they need to use the nearby health centre regularly and also want to visit the beaches on the other side as well as the weekly market. The protest, as last year, was organised by the Residents Association of La Regia and members arrived at the meeting complete with stickers which stated ‘Pasarela’ or ‘Gateway’. President of the Residents’ Association, Julio Gonzalez, told RTN: “We have a signed document (RTN has a copy) stating that Snr Aniorte would ask for money to be allocated for a footbridge to go over the N332 at La Regia. This money was never allocated and he reneged on that agreement. He is a liar.”

By Louise Clarke MEANWHILE, FURTHER north along the N332 and into the Torrevieja municipality, you come to the urbanisations of Rocajuna II and California. Residents there are also desperate for a footbridge over the N332 and on Wednesday, the Presidents of both urbanisations, Jim Brogan and Felicidad Toledo Caravantes, officially handed over a petition to Torrevieja Councillors, Eduardo Gil and Pedro Valero. The document was signed by over 450 residents, all of whom have to walk more than four kilometres out of their way to access the beach, the local primary school and walk into the

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The La Regia Residents Association discuss tactics before this week’s ‘pleno’ meeting

Julio continued: “All we ask for is a direct passage of little more than 100 metres so we can have direct access from the urbanisation to the health centre, the weekly market and the beach. What annoys us the most is that the Councillor patronises us and tells us that we are lucky to live so close to the Health Centre compared to the residents in Punta Prima, who have to drive more than five kilometres to get there.” A Town Hall Spokesman has told RTN that it is ‘committed to providing a footbridge for the residents of La Regia’, but as to when it will be built and whether it will happen before next summer is anyone’s guess!

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The petition is handed over to Councillors Eduardo Gill (left) and Pedro Velero (right)

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ON THE WRONG SIDE The petition was organised by Jim and RTN promoted the signing of it in an article published several weeks ago. Jim told RTN: “The petition is on behalf of all of the urbanisations in the Torrevieja municipality located on the wrong side of the new stretch of dual carriageway. The lack of footbridge directly affects residents of more than 20 urbanisations and communities and the majority of names on the petition are from full time residents, not holiday makers.” Jim added: “These

are officially the only urbanisations in Torrevieja without direct and easy access to the town in which we live.” IGNORED The petition was accepted by the Torrevieja Councillors and they told RTN that they will wholeheartedly endorse it and send it directly to the department in charge of roads and transport in Madrid. Jim concluded: “We cannot believe that the central government has completely ignored the needs of the residents of these urbanisations. “I would like to thank the RTN for their help in supporting the petition and for all its help in promoting it.”

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Overcome Insomnia

INSOMNIA AFFECTS over 40 percent of adults worldwide on a frequent basis. However, some experts estimate that almost all of the adult population have suffered with insomnia at some time in their life. People who suffer from insomnia often find it difficult to lead a normal life and may have some of the following symptoms: Feeling depressed, irritable or angry; waking far too early and then being unable to get back to sleep; feeling tired and not refreshed on waking; trouble thinking clearly or staying focused, making it hard to concentrate during the day; headaches. Some of the common causes of insomnia include a change in lifestyle, such as separation or divorce; a hormonal change in the body; mental conditions such as depression or anxiety disorders; and increased external stress, perhaps work related or the credit crunch causing financial difficulties. Some medications have been linked to the development of insomnia, but usually the condition will disappear once the person has stopped taking the medications. Insomnia can also occur as a result of frequent night time disruptions, such as the crying of a baby; dogs barking; nightmares that wake the

person or even the need to go to the loo in the middle of the night. One of the most common reasons that I experienced over the 25 years that I have been in practice at my Northern Ireland clinics was (and still is) the husbands or wives of members of the security forces and worrying about them being on duty at night: or the woman who came to me for a cure for insomnia after waking up one night to find 4 gunmen standing around her bed! INSOMNIA CAUSED BY EARLY PROGRAMMING BY PARENTS

Many people have been taught a little bedtime prayer that goes like this; “As I lay me down to sleep, I pray the Lord my soul to keep, And If I should die before I wake, I pray the Lord my soul to take.” What the parents (unknowingly) are telling the child is that if they go to sleep they might die, and this is being repeated to them every night for years! This can give rise to the DON’T SLEEP- WON’T DIE syndrome. The child is waking up every night to check if they are still alive! At the time of writing this article, I have a young boy of only 10 years of age coming to me with this very same problem. Insomnia is one of the easiest

conditions to treat with Fast Track Hypnosis, which can help to reeducate the mind when it comes to sleep disorders. Usually whenever a client plays my CD after their session they will normally fall asleep while listening to it, so much so that I have to inform them that it is perfectly okay and normal to do so! It is always advisable that a person with chronic insomnia that does not respond to standard treatment consults a doctor before using Hypnosis, as there might be a more serious cause behind their problem. Over the years my waiting room walls have gathered quite a lot of letters from past clients telling of how my Fast Track Hypnosis has helped them. Many people coming through my door for the first time will say to me, “I bet you haven’t heard of my problem before.” I would then point out a letter from someone with a similar problem. Here is one about Insomnia

“Dear Alan, I have waited until now to write to you because I wanted to give myself time to get properly into a sleep pattern again- after 6 years of not sleeping it took a bit of time! First

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Spanish More town halls in soldiers to corruption allegations help sick by Louise Clarke

THE TOWN Hall of Redován was searched by Guardia Civil officers this week after allegations that certain previously elected officials had been responsible for manipulating the town’s water contract. So far, little has been made known about the proceedings and there has been a gagging order placed on the case, but sources close to the investigation have told members of the press that the previous Mayor is being questioned over the alleged manipulation of a document that officially awarded the contract to supply fresh water to the town. The present Socialist Mayor, Leticia Bas, filed an official complaint with the Guardia Civil on Friday and on Monday, the judicial police started investigations to ascertain whether or not a crime had been committed. She insisted that the complaint had nothing to do with the ongoing ‘Brugal’ corruption investigation in neighbouring Orihuela, which has rocked the provisional PP party. The irregularities into the award of the water contract came to light after a Town Hall technician found incriminating documents in an envelope at the Town Hall. He alerted the Municipal Secretary who in turn alerted the Mayor, who then called in the police.

Mayor Juan Escudero and Councillor Alfredo Blanco, expelled from the PSOE party after the allegations were made; although the former Mayor has since had his application for PSOE membership granted and is now part of the Planning and Finance Committee. The report revealed that the construction company was hired, initially, in a joint venture with another company and had a budget of €5.8 million. In the end the Town Hall had to pay €10.8 million for the construction of the building but there were no valid receipts for the extra work. As part of the ‘Ninette’ investigations which began in January 2008, as well as a prison sentence for the municipal architect, his brother, Ignacio Ayuso, and entrepreneurs Garceran Valero and his son, Francisco Javier Garceran, all received prison sentences. Former town clerk Diego Sanchez and former Mayor Escudero, were released on bail.

SPANISH TROOPS on international missions will identify children in need of specialised medical treatment and bring them to Spain. The Minister for Defence, Carme Chacón, and the managing director of the Hospital Sant Joan de Déu in Esplugues de Llobregat (Barcelona), Manel del Castillo, have signed a memorandum of understanding regarding the undertaking of activities within the framework of the ‘Programa Cuidam’ (We Care Programme), whose objective is to guarantee access

to specialised medical treatment for sick children in disadvantaged countries, unable for socio-economic reasons to provide such services. Under this agreement, which will remain in force until 31st December 2012, the Ministry of Defence will cooperate in bringing children in need of medical treatment to Spain from those countries where Spanish armed forces are currently deployed on international peace-keeping missions. The children will be treated at the Hospital Sant Joan de Déu. The ‘Programa Cuidam’ is a medical healthcare initiative run by the Hospital Sant Joan de Déu on a charitable basis and of an international nature that was begun in 2004 to enable sick children from any country in the World to receive the treatment they need but which their immediate social environment is unable to provide.

Tanker illegally pollutes water off tourist beach

NO RECEIPTS Meanwhile, in Los Alcazares, the final report into Operation ‘Ninette’, initiated after accusations of money laundering, tax fraud and bribery within the Town Hall, has been released. The investigation led to the arrest and subsequent imprisonment of municipal architect Mariano Ayuso and uncovered the ‘misappropriation’ of public funds amounting to over €4 million. In particular, the report specifically blames the Garceran Construction Company, which constructed the Town Hall between 2000 and 2004, and it also implicated former

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Allegations lead to searches being carried out by the Guardia Civil

A TANKER illegally swilled out its motors off the coast of Alicante last Sunday, and caused a 100 metre long diesel slick in the sea where people were bathing. The Red Cross spotted the slick 80m off the coast of Albufereta beach in Alicante and raised the red flag. Twelve swimmers who entered the water without heeding the warning had to be treated for sore throats. A civil protection worker also had to be admitted to a local clinic for treatment. The coastguard mounted a search for the tanker responsible, but, according to the Spanish press, no perpetrator has been found. The cleanliness of the beach was checked and the beach re-opened last Monday.

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Fancy a seaside walk along the coast? RTN REPORTED on a number of initiatives for the beaches of the Orihuela Coast during the last few weeks, with press conferences unveiling everything from blue flags to lifeguards and new beach safety equipment. This week, coastal political party CLARO criticised the PP led Town Hall for ignoring a fundamental tourist attraction of the coast, the Paseo Maritimo - the walkway that runs along the coastline of Orihuela. Party president Bob Houliston, told RTN: “Blue flags and Q flags for quality beaches gave the Mayor, Monica Lorente, plenty of photo opportunities. But she and the Councillor for the Coast, Jose Antonio Aniorte, should take a walk along the Paseo Maritimo to see the dangers and obstructions and then do something about them!” FALLEN ROCKS

The Paseo Maritimo should go all the way along the coast safely. The PP has promised a continuous pathway for many years, but there are places where it stops completely; some areas are dangerous, especially for children and the elderly. Bob continued: “At the Barranco Rubio beach in Campoamor, a serious rock fall took place in June. At first the fallen rocks were cordoned by the local police as dangerous. But more

June’s rock fall in Barranco Rubio

than a month later, the warning tapes have gone and nothing has been done to remove the rocks. UNFINISHED

Regarding the unfinished sections of the Paseo Maritimo between Cabo Roig and Playa Flamenca, Bob explained: “Ms Lorente was pleased to be photographed inaugurating the finished sections of this seaside walk, a great asset to residents and visitors alike; if only it were finished. Extensive unfinished sections were expropriated years ago, before Ms Lorente even became Mayor. “She kept very quiet about the inordinate time taken to complete these procedures and to get work started on the unfinished sections. Land would have to be made available to provide

Woman attacked by ‘crazed’ driver

By Louise Clarke A LADY driver was viciously attacked outside the Gama supermarket in Villamartin when she inadvertently blocked a parked car. Noticing a couple sitting in the vehicle, she moved forward to free their exit. A woman got out of the car and viciously attacked the victim, leaving her with cuts, bruises and whiplash requiring required hospital treatment. Her 11-yearold son was severely traumatised. Had it not been for the intervention a six metre wide path to go around of a bystander, an English the Hotel La Zenia; to walk around the gentleman, the lady’s hotel now is very dangerous, without injuries might have been significantly worse. warning signs.” FRUSTRATION

The coastal party asked that the attractive seaside walk in Aguamarinas be linked to the Cabo Roig Paseo, which leads to the beach and continues to La Zenia. For 20 years, the urbanisation Bellavista 1 has effectively privatised a vital section of the seaside walk. The general public and in particular residents of Calas de Campoamor’s access to the beach at Cabo Roig means walking up to the N332 and then crossing the main Cabo Roig urbanisation two kilometres away.

The incident was reported to the Guardia Civil and when the victim’s partner later spotted the attacker’s car outside a house in a nearby urbanisation, officers responded promptly, approaching the couple and taking details of ID, although passports were apparently not available. The attacker is described as ‘respectable looking’, in her twenties, about 5’7” with dark, long hair pulled into a clip. The couple drove a dark grey VW Golf and witnesses to the attack are asked to contact louise@ rtnnewsgroup.com with details to help with an ongoing investigation.

New phone numbers for Torrevieja local police IT SEEMS that the Torrevieja Local Police Department has seen the light and changed its telephone supplier! As a result, they have new telephone numbers. The new number to call for road closures, administration, abandoned vehicles and to inform them about accidents and crime is 966 927 558 The emergency number associated with 092 is 965 705 326 and the direct lines into the police stations in the case of an emergency are: 965 705 166, 965 707 214, 965 707 469 and 965 707 563.

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THE GRIP Party of Rojales heartily supports the RTN’s ‘No Vote, No Voice’ campaign. We wish to remind everyone to ensure that they are not only on the Padron, but that their name is also entered on the Censo (electoral roll). In Rojales it is only necessary to visit the Municipal Centre in Quesada or the Ayuntamiento in the Casco Urbano and ask for your name to be included on the Censo. Take your passport and NIE number and also your residence certificate. At the Municipal Centre you will be given a copy of your application form and this is your proof that you are entitled to vote. Information from the GRIP Office, Quesada

Protest louder

I AGREE with Dan Wells’ letter of 2nd July. More people, English that is, should protest louder about all this money given to these so called asylum seekers. I would like to know just how much we are spending on them. If we all have to suffer cuts in services, benefits and incomes, we should be harder on these scroungers. I cannot see why it takes up to 2 years to process these mostly bogus claims. The Americans deal very quickly with the Mexicans that try their luck. I understand that these people should seek asylum with the first country that offers it and does not give them a choice. This, I would think, would invalidate their claim, picking out England after crossing Europe to get there and making an illegal entry instead of entering through customs and claiming asylum. I am a pensioner 67 and paid into the system since I was 15 years old. I have chosen to live in Spain and as a consequence I only get my state pension and get very hot under the collar when I am told that there are 4 wage earners in England paying my pension! It is not my fault that governments in the past have used my pension contributions for other things, like giving money to idle teenagers that will not work because they get money from the state. When I left school we had to find work as there were no state hand outs, even for teenagers who became pregnant. Very Angry John Dale, La Zenia

Bric a brac for SAT THE SAT (Animal Charity) Stall in the British indoor Market in Formentera del Segura is in desperate need of donations of clothes, bric a brac and books. So please don’t throw it away.

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A disease called Xenophobia I WAS drawn to the news that the Torrevieja Health Authority has been ‘commended for innovations in management.’ I wonder if they might have a word in the ear of those managing the neighbouring Orihuela Costa health authority? This medical centre processes thousands of English-speaking non-Spaniards every day and manning the desk is none other than Sr Xenophobia himself - a hectoring bully scornful of those who have the temerity to approach his desk without full command of the Spanish language. It cuts no ice that those unfortunate enough to approach him are respectful and no doubt feeling vulnerable. The first rule to avoid unnecessary illness or premature death is to become fluent in the Spanish language; even if only booking a simple appointment. Otherwise, take an interpreter with you. Doubtless there are many non-Spaniards who do not get their health checked because they are intimidated by this xenophobic languagebased gauntlet. Some visitors are tourists who have paid for their travel insurance but

unfortunately failed to master the Spanish language before herding the kids, humping luggage, pacifying their other half and boarding the plane. How remiss should one of their brats scuff a knee meriting negotiations with Sr Xenophobia manning reception at the health centre. As more enlightened health authorities have shown, the cost of hiring bi-lingual staff is a drop in the ocean compared to the savings made, not to mention the marked improvement in people’s health and an increase in tourism. Here in Spain, the health service is fabulously wealthy. Each year it receives €3,600 from Britain’s government for the healthcare of retirees whether they access the service or not. On average they make €2,100 p.a. profit from each pensioner. Perhaps a little could be put aside to employ a non-xenophobic receptionist, or even doctors with a reasonable command of the recognised international language of business. If not, then stop spending a fortune on attracting investors and tourists who haven’t yet grasped Spanish. M. Walsh

I don’t believe a word OPPOSITION COUNCILLOR for the PSOE at Orihuela, Rosa Martinez has ‘mortified’ John Reynolds the newly selected mayor Entre Naranjos. His selection made me suspect something fishy in Orihuela.The PP tends to attract expatriates who in the UK would be at home in the BNP. John declares Entre Naranjos’ problems will be addressed in the ‘fullness of time’. In the meantime, folk that purchased properties on Entre Naranjos have the right to their

certificates of habitation now and not in the ‘fullness of time’: a bus route; a medical centre; finished roads; an adequate sewage system. The PP has been in power in Orihuela for years and is responsible for the neglect suffered by Entre Naranjos. John Reynolds does not come across as competent. His claim, “...incredibly passionate about Entre Naranjos...” can be taken for what is worth. Personally I do not believe a word of it. Owen Thomas

TV cheese

HI! I HAVE lived here in Almoradi for 4 years and find your newspaper very informative on lots of subjects. I like to read your columnists and I find some of them very amusing; WATTS amongst others. But ALEX TRELINSKI dropped a booby in his editorial recently ‘A London shoebox’. When talking about David Caruso he quoted “...the plot had more holes than a slab of EDAM...” I am sure it should been GOUDA? Frankie

A great response ON BEHALF of all the helpers of the Protectora of Orihuela, and especially the dogs and cats in their care, we all want to say a very big THANK YOU to RTN and all your clients who have so generously donated food for the abandoned dogs and cats of Orihuela. Without your personal commitment and the help of RTN readers, this would not have been possible. The response from your newspaper has been overwhelming and we have managed not only to get donations of food, but through your sensitive articles we have also found two fantastic adoptive families for dogs from the death row of the barbaric dog pound of Orihuela. We have not yet managed to obtain a meeting with the Alcaldesa Mónica Lorente and her lack of interest for the welfare of the animals in her municipality would appear obvious. She simply does not care! Once more... THANK YOU VERY MUCH! Vicky Peña

No heaven for this reverend THE REVEREND Harry Southgate: are you really a reverend? Because if you are, you certainly will not be going to heaven and it looks like you are the idiot and half-wit you brand others. The facts are that you are required in both these countries as well as most countries in the World to register your car for road fund purposes (or its local equivalent) with insurance and MOT (or local equivalent). There are specific lengths of time you can use them in other countries and remain legal. Once you have gone over these limits and you wish to retain your vehicle on the road, it must be presented to the countries’ registration departments (Traffico here in Spain) and have the necessary paperwork submitted to make it legal. You are also required by the UK department (DVLA Swansea) to send them a SORN (Statutory Off Road Notification). Not doing both of these things and

continuing to use your vehicle on any road in the World is an offence. Just because you cannot find anybody who has been prosecuted for this offence does not mean it is okay to carry on doing it. The person who causes death by driving a vehicle in this condition will certainly find this out to his cost when it happens; even if he is not to blame for the accident he will be deemed responsible because he should not have been there in the first place. The financial implications are vast. I hope somebody will provide you with checkable proof that somebody has been successfully prosecuted, but if we can’t it does not make the offence any more ‘right’, so if nobody can provide proof I still believe you should pay up €50 Euro to a charity of the RTN’s choice for your stupidity. It gave me and my friends a laugh anyway… Graham E Johnson

Drivers beware A word of warning for anyone expecting visitors who are driving down to Spain: I have just had some Czech friends arrive who drove down to the Costa Blanca on the AP7 in their Mercedes A class with roof top box. Just north of Barcelona they heard a loud noise from their car and then a car drew alongside them, the occupants gesticulating for them to pull over, which they did. While the driver of the other car stayed in the

car with the engine running, his two passengers rushed to my friends’ car indicating that there was a fire (demonstrated by brandishing a burning piece of paper) and that they must get out. One manhandled them out of the car to a safe distance while the other remained by the car. The ‘helpers’ then sped off... When my friends got back in their car they discovered that their GPS, camera, laptop, bag with money and

mobile phone had all gone. Their car has a tiny mark on its back, probably from a bb gun pellet, sufficient to have caused quite a noise hitting the metal. Not a good introduction to Spain but something that could have been prevented if they had been on their guard. Unfortunately anyone in a foreign registered car, clearly going on holiday and also unlikely to be able to speak Spanish or know the emergency number (112) is at risk of being easy prey for this nasty trick.

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More flight cancellations for Murcia

by Louise Clarke JUST A week after Ryanair announced that it would be cancelling all its winter flights except two from San Javier airport, the airline Air Berlin has announced this week that as a result of the reduction of reserves and the lack of help from the Murcian Government, it is likely that it too will suspend inter-

national connections with the airport from summer 2011. Air Berlin, which has operated from Murcia Airport for four years, will be keeping its direct flight between San Javier and Palma de Majorca from 1st November this year until 14th April 2011 and according to sources, it is expected to continue operating next winter’s connections to 16 cities in Germany, as

well as Innsbruck and Linz in Austria and Basel in Switzerland. In the statement, the CEO of Air Berlin in Spain and Portugal, Alvaro Middelmann, said that position taken by the Ministry of Culture and Tourism of Murcia not to support the airlines that fly into San Javier, was “incomprehensible” and that the Murcian Government clearly “…did not want to recog-

Catalonia to ban bullfighting

THE CATALAN parliament voted to ban bullfighting across Catalonia last Wednesday. The vote was won with 68 votes in favour of the ban and 55 against, with nine abstentions. The new law will come into effect on 1st January 2012. A group called the People’s Legislative Initiative gathered 180,000 signatures from the public against bullfighting, and thanks to the signatures, the issue was brought to a vote. The PP, who all voted against the ban, announced that they would be attempting to get the new law annulled by the Madrid Congress. Statistics show that fewer people are watching bullfights. Last year 10,247 animals were killed during celebrations across Spain.

Fraudulent gang busted REPORTS HAVE just been released about 20 people arrested in Murcia and Alicante in relation to counterfeit credit cards and forged money of up to €300,000 in value. Three of the fraudsters are Spanish and the rest are from Cameroon, Nigeria, Equatorial Guinea, the Gambia and the Ivory Coast. Specialist police have been running an investigation for four months. The gang had been making duplicates of credit cards used by tourists in Nigerian hotels, and using them in Spain.

Tourist numbers up

A TOTAL of 5.3 million foreign tourists came to Spain in June, an increase of 1.7 percent on the same month of last year, according to the Frontier Tourist Movement Survey (FRONTUR) drafted by the Tourism Studies Institute of the Ministry of Industry, Tourism and Trade. This is the second consecutive increase in arriving tourists, after an increase of 1.1 percent in May. Approximately 23 million foreign tourists visited Spain in It is likely that Air Berlin the first six months of the year, will suspend 1.8 percent fewer than in 2009 international and a figure that still reflects connections the effects of the volcanic ash with the cloud. The number of tourists airport from Germany, France, Italy, the Netherlands and more nise the importance of air links for distant markets recorded their region.” positive trends in June. All the Last week, Ryanair announced major destinations recorded their decision to cancel seven increasing tourist arrivals in UK bound routes from the air- June while those destinations port of San Javier for the win- recording a decline did so only ter months, including Bourne- slightly. Tourists staying in hotel accommodation in June mouth, East Midlands, Glasgow accounted for 68 percent of the and Liverpool. They will still have total, with an increase of 9.3 a normal service operating from percent over the same month of last year. Alicante Airport.

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Transplant patient reveals new face to the world

by Louise Clarke

REGULAR READERS of RTN will recall how, in June, we told you about a very special man from Entre Naranjos who was celebrating his 90th Birthday. On 12th June 1920, Walter Thomas Brown was born in Enfield, North London and RTN is very sad to report that on 19th July 2010, he died. Walter, who lived with son Tony and carer Lily, celebrated his 90th birthday just six weeks ago with a small beer, surrounded by close family and friends. He trained to be a painter and decorator before the 2nd World War and joined the RAF in 1941. He was in Bomber Command and had the role of rear gunner on the force’s Lancaster Bombers. He was awarded several medals for his efforts including the Distinguished Flying Medal (DFM) which he received from King George VI at Buckingham Palace in 1945. Walter was married to Ruby, who sadly died more than 20 years ago, and had been living in Spain for the last six years. EFFICIENT AND CAPABLE

During his career in the RAF, Walter took part in 51 bombing raids with his squadron over Germany targeting the cities of Berlin, Munich, Hannover, Leipzig and Frankfurt. He was also awarded the Air Crew Europe Star Defence Medal and the 1939-1945 Star Service Medal. All seven members of the squadron survived the war and Walter ended his RAF career in 1946 as a Warrant Officer. On his RAF release book Walter’s commanding officer wrote: “Walter is a very efficient and capable Warrant Officer.” Walter’s heath had deteriorated quite dramatically during the last few weeks and he had suffered several ‘mini’ strokes. Tony told RTN: “His arms and legs stopped moving and he

Walter who died on 19th July

stopped swallowing, so couldn’t take his tablets or even drink anything.” HERO

Walter was being cared for by Paul Cunningham Nurses and both Lily and Tony have nothing but praise for their wonderful work, looking after him during his final weeks. Lily said: “Three weeks ago, we had to bring his bed downstairs and he then went downhill very quickly. He couldn’t sit in ‘his’ chair and couldn’t watch his movies on the TV, so all he did was sleep.” Walter was cared for by the Paul Cunningham Nurses three times a day and Tony said that without their help, he doesn’t know how he and Lily would have coped. He said: “They were there

to support us as well as care for Dad; they were fabulous.” Lily said: “Suzie came to visit on that last night at 18:00 and she said that it wouldn’t be long. After she had gone I told Walter to have a nice sleep and dream about all his mates in Bomber Command. He drifted off to sleep and then at 20:20 he just passed away peacefully.” She concluded: “He was my hero and I will miss him terribly.” Walter’s funeral took place at the Vega Baja Tanatorio on Wednesday 21st July with Tony, Lily and a few friends present. Tony concluded: “I can’t thank the Paul Cunningham Nurses enough for everything that they did for my Dad. They really cared for him and us. They were wonderful and we really appreciate all that they did.” RIP Walter, you will be sadly missed.

THE WORLD’S first ever recipient of a full face transplant has finally revealed his new face to the public. Óscar was severely disfigured in an accident several years ago and he received the transplant earlier this year in Barcelona’s Vall d’Hebron hospital. It is now four months since the operation, and although the transplanted face is still healing and has not yet knitted completely with muscle and tissue, Óscar decided to appear in public. He still has some problems speaking and so his sister did most of the talking on his behalf. He wanted to express his gratitude to the team of 30 surgeons that performed the operation, his family and the relatives of the face donor.

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AS A kid, Alex Higgins was one of my sporting heroes. He did truly revolutionise the sport. However, as I grew up to be a father and a husband I realised he was no real man but instead a drunken wife beating moron and the eulogies granted to him this week have not reflected this enough.

Jeremy Clarkson is in hot water

again... THIS TIME the motoring megamouth has upset some Muslims by suggesting that he saw a woman in a full veil trip over in the street to reveal a full set of saucy underwear under her Dalek uniform. Evidently hundreds of viewers (well okay 7!) have complained and now the fanatical arm of Islam is also complaining about a cinema and viral advert that shows a woman putting

See Jon live on Sky News with Eamonn Holmes each Wednesday morning at 7.40am and 8.40am with a review of the UK papers and don’t forget you can listen to Jon on BayRadio each Wednesday morning from 11.00am and Friday afternoons at 4.30pm with his current affairs review.

Most of us haven’t got copper-bottomed pensions JUST A quick thought: am I the only person who is fed up with politicians saying that we are all in this together?For the record, we are not. Most of us haven’t got copper-bottomed pensions, and certainly not a million in the bank as most cabinet ministers have. More importantly, if any of us had fiddled our expenses on the industrial scale they did we would have been sacked at the least and before the beak at worst. Now we hear many of them are selling their second homes at a healthy profit. Of course the mortgages were subsidised by us on stockings and skimpy knickers before donning a burka. There have already been protests outside cinemas and now they are demanding that the advert be pulled from the Internet. How they expect that to happen they don’t explain, but the real question is: How much longer are we in the West going to bend to these extremists? Imagine if the Catholics had reacted in

but the Dishonourable Members are trousering all the cash as they head to the office to pick up their generous pay offs courtesy of the British tax payer for effectively being sacked at the last election by their so called bosses, us mugs. Not only that, but just you try fiddling your tax or paying your VAT late and see if you get away with it without being pursued like a rabid dog for the cash and the hefty interest on top. I repeat we are not all in this together and it is true that some animals (The self serving pigs of Westminster) are definitely more equal than others.

the same way back in the Seventies when the late great Dave Allan constantly ripped the Michael out of their religion and even the Pope! He would have had a fatwa on his head and they would have been burning effigies of the grey haired genius in the streets. Let’s be straight, there is no room for this medieval costume which makes women sec-

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ACCORDING TO the Sun, Spurs boss Harry Redknapp has adopted that donkey that the cruel Russian was making Para glide as a tourist attraction. ‘Arry should have phoned Cappello he’s got 22 asses. available... A SURVEY this week has declared that not only do some dogs bear uncanny resemblance to their masters but that they can also adopt many of their owners’ mannerisms and habits. So that’s why my mate’s pooch in Javea is constantly trying to hump my leg then?!

ond-class citizens in modern day tolerant Britain, or any other western country. France is right to ban it and Spain is correct to consider banning it. If I went to Saudi, my wife and the girls would dress modestly and Lisa wouldn’t drive which would be a Godsend (or an Allah send!) But I’m sure you get my drift. Never has the cliché ‘When in Rome’ been more apt. It is time to ban the Burka right across Europe now.

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Injured kestrel found by local police LOCAL POLICE officers in La Zenia found an injured kestrel on Calle San Antonio last week. The bird was in some distress with an obvious injury to its wing. It was taken to the coastal Town Hall overnight and the following day was transferred to the Wild Fauna Recovery Centre in Santa Faz, near Alicante.

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Quesada Fiesta gets off to a great start PAELLA WAS the dish of the day as this year’s Quesada Fiesta got off to a fantastic start. The traditional Valencian Paella was served to more than 900 people at the event, which took place in the Plaza Blanca in the urbanisation. The fiesta continues in earnest today, Friday 30th July, with a performance by talented soloist Maria Gracia at the Plaza Blanca at 22:00, followed by a disco into the early hours. Tomorrow, Saturday 31st July, at 23:00, there will be a multicolour parade and fiesta, again followed by a disco with the DJ playing tunes until the sun comes up. Finally, on Sunday at 10:00, there will be a musical performance by the ‘Agrupación Musical Los Solfamidas’. This performance will

then be followed by a procession through the centre of Quesada and a musical tribute by the group ‘Tronio’ will then take place in the Plaza Blanca. Later on Sunday, at 20:30, there will be a concert by the Santa Cecilia of Rojales Musical Union, again in the Plaza Blanca and this will be followed at 22:00 by an exhibition of Hip-Hop and street dance. To round off the fiesta events, at midnight there will be a fantastic firework show and then later more music and dancing courtesy of the DJ, who will be playing his tunes in the Plaza Blanca again until the wee small hours. It promises to be a great fiesta, so make sure you go along and enjoy it!

More than 900 people enjoyed the paella last week

New town hall opens

Swimmers cross Gibraltar Strait

TEN PEOPLE successfully swam across the Straits of Gibraltar last Monday. The swimmers come from several different countries and are aged between 25 and 48. They are all part of the group, ACNEG, the Association for Swimming the Strait of Gibraltar, and have been named as Juan Domínguez, Jorge Estalella, José Antonio Peix, José María López and Jorge Balbas from Spain, Brendan Luke and Ky Hurst from Australia, and Kevin Michael Owens and Amy Marie Aukstikalnis from the United States and Alan Edward Morelli from Britain. Weather conditions were good and the swimmers completed the crossing in times between four hours 53 minutes and five hours eight minutes.

The new Town Hall in La Mata

THE NEW satellite Town Hall in La Mata was officially opened last week by Torrevieja Mayor, Pedro Hernandez Mateo. The 1,825 sq metre building will be home to 22 members of staff and cost €3,335,310 to construct. The project to build the Town Hall has been in place since 2005 and has been made possible thanks to the central government’s Plan E investment grant. The three story building, which also has a basement and an attic, contains offices, a

council chamber and meeting rooms and will also home the La Mata Tourism Office. La Mata residents will now no longer have to go to Torrevieja Town Hall to acquire necessary administrative documents as everything will be available at the ‘new’ Town Hall. Once the new Semana Santa Museum has been built in the centre of Torrevieja, the next satellite Town Hall to be inaugurated will be based in the old Semana Santa Museum, close to the Los Arcos Restaurant.

What’s happening with the Quesada Health Centre? RTN HAS an update on the construction of Rojales’ second health centre in Lo Marabu. The construction works are progressing at a good pace and the bulk of the construction work is expected to be completed this autumn. The company which manages the Torrevieja hospital and will also be managing the Lo Marabu Health Centre says that the brickwork is almost finished and that the electrical and plumbing work has already begun. This will be the second health centre in the municipality; serving more than 8,500 citizens living in the urbanizations of Pueblo Lucero; Ciudad Quesada 1 and 2; Doña Pepa 1 and 2; Pueblo Bravo; La Fiesta 1 and 2 and Benimar 2.

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New Tourist Guides delivered in style THE DEPARTMENT of Tourism at the Torrevieja Town Hall has published 13,500 new tourist information guides for holiday makers visiting the city this summer and they have come up with a novel way of making sure that the guides get distributed to the right people; the plan to hand them out using a ‘Segway’ scooter. Last week, the Mayor of Torrevieja, Pedro Hernández Mateo, tried out the fun scooter at a press conference to announce the new tourist guides and had a great time driving around the Salon de Actos in the Town Hall.

INTEGRATION

The Mayor of Rojales, Antonio Martinez Canovas, told RTN that this new €3 million infrastructure investment “…will provide further services to our citizens,” and added that “...this new health centre will very much improve the health services in the municipality and the quality of life of our citizens, regardless of their nationality; which will ultimately help with integration.” The new Health Centre is being built on a 2300 sq. metre plot, which was ceded and also part financed by the Town Hall. FEATURES

This new Health Centre will serve 8,524 citizens living in six urbaniza-

The Mayor of Rojales, Antonio Martinez Canovas

tions, who will benefit from the improvements in the primary medical care carried out by Torrevieja Health Department. People will be able to make appointments in person at the desk in the administrative area, by telephone or via internet and they will also be able to apply for SIP cards there. In the medical area there will be six doctors’ surgeries; three nurses’ rooms; two paediatrician’s surgeries; and one paediatric nurse’s room. This health

centre will also have an administration room, a coordination room for doctors and nurses and an assembly room amongst other departments. RTN will be visiting the Health Centre next week and will have an exclusive insight into how the works are progressing as well as an exclusive interview with the Rojales Mayor, Antonio Martinez Canovas, which will be in next week’s paper. So, make sure that you pick up a copy!

The Mayor tries out the ‘Segway’ scooter

The guides, 8000 in Spanish and 5,500 in English, will be handed out by Jara Sanchez, who will be riding up and down the Torrevieja Peseo Maritimo. She will also be on hand to give directions and answer any questions from tourists as she goes along. It was also announced at the press conference that the city has seen more than 4,600 visitors during the first two weeks of July, the majority of whom were Spanish nationals. The majority of foreign nationals visiting Torrevieja were Brits, followed by Scandinavians, French and then Germans.

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Fashion show success THE REAL Club Nautico in Torrevieja played host to the 3rd annual fashion show in aid of the Alzheimer’s Association (AFA) last Friday and it was the perfect setting for an amazing display of fabulous clothes and a selection of highly entertaining performances. The evening kicked off with talented Bag Piper Willie Hulme, piping his way through a thoroughly enjoyable ensemble. It was then the turn of the Back Beat Four, the Beatles tribute act, performing a brilliant set of some of the Fab Four’s greatest hits. The first part of the fashion show enthralled the audience and also Torrevieja’s Councillor for Social Services, Lola Canales, with items donated to the AFA charity shop in Torrevieja. There then followed more entertainment

Reyes and Shani

courtesy of Tatiana, Jeff and Jill Hyde and Sparkle and then some more fashion. The beautiful and talented Shani, who co-compered the event alongside TVT presenter Reyes, also performed dur-

ing the evening and wowed the audience with her beautiful voice. Tickets for the event were just €5 each and all the proceeds from the ticket sales and the sale of fashion items went to the charity.

Help for needy families

FOR THE last few months there has been a large bucket sat in the entrance of Whispers Bar and Restaurant on the Balcon de la Costa Urbanisation in San Miguel de Salinas. The bucket was there to collect dried and tinned foods for the needy families of San Miguel and earlier Grab yourself this month, the owners a bargain of the bar, John and Sue

Thorne, along with the members of the Thursday Ladies Club, handed over all the food that had been collected to Manuel Gomez and representatives from the ‘Arcangel’ Neighbours Association, which has organised a ‘food store’ specifically to ensure that the families, of which there are about 30 in San Miguel de Salinas, don’t

go hungry during the current economic crisis. The Thursday Ladies Club held a table top sale full of fabulous bargains this week in aid of the same project. And from September, they intend to make it a monthly event on every last Wednesday of the month. RTN will remind you about the next table top sale nearer the time.

Government fines TV network THE SPANISH socialist government has slapped a €100,000 fine on the Intereconomia television network for showing a series of adverts that the government says: “attack the dignity” of homosexuals. The adverts promote the Intereconmia group and show scantily clothed people in gay pride marches, alternated with questions such as: “Is this the society that you want?” and “Proud? Of what?” The adverts ran between July and September 2009. Intereconomia say that the ads are in defence of the family. The Collective of Gays, Lesbians, Bisexuals, and Transsexuals of Madrid (COGAM) say that the fine isn’t enough and are demanding that the network be shut down.

Models wanted! Last Year’s Bikini Bash

THE BIKINI Bash is back and this year, as well as wanting 2,000 ladies to turn up in their bikinis to be part of a Guinness World Record, guys we need you. So men, if you think you’ve got what it takes to be one of our male models to catwalk in front of our ladies for the Bikini Bash on Saturday 28th August, then come along to our casting session at Campoamor beach on Saturday 14th August and show off that toned torso and ‘strut’ your stuff! Judging will be carried out by the 2006 Mr Universe Bernat Scorus and Mr World 2009; Pedro Enrique Garcia so guys you will need to go all out to impress! The ses-

sion starts at 18:00 so come early to register. Dress smart/casual and bring your swimwear. FEMALE MODELS ALSO REQUIRED

This year the Bikini Bash, sponsored by Europa Network and the Orihuela Costa Town Hall, is going to be bigger and better than ever and following the event a calendar for 2011 is being produced, with proceeds going to a number of local charities. It will feature some our lovely ladies who dare to bare at the event on Saturday 28th August, so ladies, if you’ve ever fancied gracing the pages of a calendar now’s your chance.

All you need to do is turn up to Campoamor beach by 16:00 and take part in our record-breaking attempt and fill out a model registration form. A casting session will then be held at a later date giving you the chance to feature in the Sol Productions 2011 charity calendar. For more information call 966 761 050 or 691 477 771 (Spanish and Dutch) Businesses wanting to show their support and be part of a sponsorship package can call or email office@solproductions.tv Stay tuned to www.solproductions.tv or find us on Facebook to get the latest updated information

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The 56th Habaneras sets city alight THE 56TH INTERNATIONAL Contest of Habanera and Polyphony started in truly spectacular style last Friday evening as seven soloists wowed the full capacity audience at the Eras de la Sal Theatre in Torrevieja. The Mayor and President of Trustees, Pedro Hernández Mateo officially opened the event and paid respects to the late Francisco Campillo, Jose Pagan, Cesar Canovas and Ricardo Martinez, who all sadly died during the last year. The Habaneras is the most important cultural event in Torrevieja’s annual calendar and the Mayor told the audience that he was very proud of a city like Torrevieja which opens the world through culture. He

also thanked the Valencian Government for its support of the event. Following the opening ceremony, the popular Madrid based TV presenter Carolina Casado returned to the city to introduce the seven soloists who were the first competitors of this year’s competition. The winner of the Soloist Contest was Valencia Maria Macia and she was delighted as she went on stage to collect the trophy and a cheque for the prize of €3,000. The event ends this evening, Friday 30th July, and there will be seven choirs performing; all from Torrevieja, with the final performance from the award winning Musical Union of Torrevieja.

La Marina summer fiesta programme The La Marina summer fiesta programme begins on Friday 6th August until Sunday 8th August. A full details of the programme can be found at www.roundtownnews.co.uk. It is being held at Virgen De la Paz 2010: Supermercado Consum Car Park (calle Justo Antonio Quesada) This year the La Marina urbanisation Summer Fiesta will showcase bands, vocalists’ and dancers from all over Europe, live on stage. For the Children: bouncy castles; a shooting arcade; a foam pit and a 10m giant gorilla!

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It’s a small world

Watts In Britain By

Paul Watts

REGULAR READERS of this nonsense will know that I spend my time between Brighton and Birmingham. My contract at Gatwick airport is such that it allows me to spend four days out of every eight in Brum, mainly for rest and recuperation (aka freelancing; gardening; car washing; dog walking; grandchildren sitting or any number of things on she-who-must’s inexhaustible list). The journey from LGW to Brum is 150 miles and at exactly the halfway point sits the ‘almost-an-oasis’ that is Oxford services. Now, I’ve gone on before about the general rip-off that is British motorway service areas and how they can never live up to my preferred experience of sipping café con leche, outside in the sun, at a Spanish service area but – yeah folks, there’s a ‘but’ - but at Oxford they’ve not done a bad job. I don’t know if it’s because Waitrose have taken over the running of the site or what. I’d wager it’s a strong possibility. One thing I know for certain is it’s become an essential watering hole for this tired traveller. Approaching the main entrance, you are presented with a water-feature cascading down over an area longer than a football pitch. The falling water emits both calming ions and a soothing, almost soporific sound-scape. It’s just right for a quick fag – oops, sorry - mustn’t mention or encourage smoking. Anyway, you quickly dodge past the RAC bloke trying to flog breakdown cover and you’re in the inner sanctum. The building is obviously designed

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in a way that dissipates sound and the acoustic produced is almost cathedral-like. Even shrieking children don’t sound as bad as you know they should. And so, dear reader, it was into this world that I stopped for a stretch and a sup this Sunday last. Cuddling my skinny-latte (still on the diet you’ll notice) I approached the ‘comfy’ seats. I sat down and to my complete amazement I spied the fellow opposite was reading a copy of everyone’s favourite Costa Blanca weekly (what do you mean which one?) Namely: the RTN. And as he rested it on the table to take a bite of his walnut and banana muffin I saw that it was open on this page. Well, not this actual page that you’re reading now of course, but this page from a couple of weeks ago. “Erm,” I quipped, pointing to his Watts in Britain article, “You don’t wanna be reading that old nonsense.” Oh how funny and self deprecating I thought I was being. Clearly my humour was one-way traffic. “Who is this nutcase?” is what he thought. He looked at me a little concerned. Maybe he thought that the traditional nutter-on-the-bus had now become the nutter-in-the-motorway-services. Realising this was flashing through his mind I tried to assuage any fears by grinning. This only made matters worse. “You okay, mate?” he enquired nervously. “Sorry,” I said, pointing exaggeratedly to the page, “I just thought you wouldn’t want to waste your time reading that rubbish.” He looked at the picture of yours truly on the page and

M40 services, a happy watering hole

then back. I recreated the pensive, hand on chin ‘mast head’ pose and the coin finally dropped. “That’s you?” he asked. Adding, “Sorry, mate I was thinking you might be a bit, you know… nutty?” After our initial bad start we got on like a house on fire. Roger sells air conditioning units to wholesalers and had just spent a two week working holiday in and around Javea. Like me he was on route from Gatwick. “I’m heading back to Tamworth,” he said, “the flights were cheaper from Gatwick.” He added, “I grabbed this paper [the RTN if you don’t mind, Roger] to remind me of Spain. I’ve been out with some mates, they’re just in the loo you must meet them.” And so it was that a ten minute break turned into a happy half hour (not a happy hour you’ll note, because that

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would have involved drinks and you can’t drink at the services) with the chaps all promising to read RTN whenever they go to Spain - providing I give them a name check in the paper. So Roger Thompson, Phil Weeks and John Downs are duly name-checked into the RTN readers’ hall of fame. They tell me they’re back over to Javea in September. Hmmm, I wonder if they’ll meet the Brigadier? I know modern technology has shrunk the world but I find it bizarre in the extreme to have met someone reading RTN at a motorway services in the middle of England. What are the odds? Or is it just the power of the press, eh folks? Where do you take your RTN to? Watts on the M40, only an hour and a half to home…

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Junior strikers raise 700 euros for PCN The England team

MORE THAN 250 people turned up to watch the annual England Vs Spain Amateur Charity Football Match in Pilar de la Horadada, kindly sponsored by Venus Cars. The match ended in yet another victory for Spain who won the game 6-2. This was one of those unfortunate games where the result did not equal the performance of the England team. This year’s officials were organised by the Spanish Team and you could tell. England should have been 2-1 up at half time but a terrible decision by the linesman, who ruled a perfect goal offside, started what seemed to be a catalogue of biased decisions (not that we are bitter!) COUNTLESS SAVES

After the restart, England conceded a poor goal but managed to get back in the game through their strike partner-

ship of Junior and Carl. Junior provided an inch perfect pass to Carl who neatly slotted the ball home to make it 2-2. Spain’s third goal was a 40 yard cross which somehow managed to find its way into the back of the net. This completely knocked the wind out of the already tiring England team. Goalkeeper and Man of the Match, Luke, saved a penalty and made countless saves to try to keep England in the game but Spain broke through the England defence on three more occasions to kill the game off. Event organiser Junior told RTN: “To raise €700 for Paul Cunningham Nurses in this current climate is fantastic. It’s been hard work but worth every minute of it. I would like to thank U.D. Horadada for allowing this event to take place at their stadium, Venus Cars for being this year’s main sponsor and all of the other companies that spon-

sored the match programme and provided great raffle prizes. Last but not least, I would like to say a big thank you to all of the players who put a lot of effort in to ensure, win or lose, that this event is an enjoyable one.” Susan Reader from Paul Cunningham Nurses added: “I don’t know how Junior and his family find the time to organise such great charity events whilst running a successful football school. Everyone at PCN would like to thank them for raising such a fantastic amount of money.” This year’s half time entertainment was provided by excellent local Dance School, ‘Dance Xtreme’ and the children from Junior Strikers. This event was really well organised and entertaining for the whole family. For more info on Junior Strikers please visit www.juniorstrikers.com

Breast Cancer fundraiser NEXT SATURDAY, 7th August at the Treetops Restaurant in Campoverde, there will be a fundraising event to raise money for the AECC. The event, which starts at 20:00, is the second fundraising event organised by Christine and Mark Lumley, who own The Treasure Chest chain of gift and jewellery shops. Christine and Mark told RTN: “Following last year’s successful night when we raised a fantastic amount of €1,250, we have decided to put together another fun night of games and entertainment. We decided to organise last year’s event following the news of our sister-in-law’s diagnosis of breast cancer, hence why the evening is described as a breast cancer fundraiser. However, all the funds raised go to the AECC in Spain which covers all forms of cancer.

“The evening is organised by residents of Campoverde, who also perform for you on the night. None of the performances are by professional artists, which helps to keep the evening fun and light-hearted and back by popular demand are the ‘Monty Boys’ performing the balloon dance! (We’ll leave that to your imagination!)” Mark commented: “You will have to be there to see it!” He continued: “We are hoping this year’s event will be even more successful than last year. Please come and support us whilst enjoying a fun filled evening, including a raffle with all prizes provided by The Treasure Chest and the first prize being a diamond ring! There will be lots of performances of song and dance as well as games and a ‘kamakarze’ karaoke! So it promises to be a night to remember!”

Easy Horse Care Rescue Centre music night THE NEXT Easy Horse Care Rescue Centre summer music night takes place on 5th August at the centre in Rojales, and features the ever popular Luke Wilder. Luke has a fabulous voice and sings everything from Rat Pack to Robbie Williams. There is a suggested donation of €5 per person and all proceeds will go toward caring for the rescue horses at the centre and ongoing rescue work. The event starts at 20:00. For directions see www.easyhorsecare.net or phone Sue on 652 021 980.

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Do you need an NIE to inherit a Spanish estate? by

Marc White & Carlos Baos

English & Spanish Solicitors

I AM the English owner of a house in Spain and some other assets. I also have a Spanish Will covering my Spanish assets, in which I leave everything to my children. I have been told that my children will to have an NIE in order to inherit my Spanish estate – is this true? Yes, every beneficiary of Spanish assets, whether those assets

are comprised of a house or cash in a bank account, must play an active role and cannot simply wait for their share to appear in their bank account. Each beneficiary has to, at the very least, produce an original NIE certificate and must also accept the inheritance in person or appoint someone to act on their behalf by power of attorney. If you have ever dealt with an English Inheritance before you will then notice that this is just one of the key differences that exists between a Spanish Inheritance and an English Inheritance. Effectively, a beneficiary of assets in the UK under an English Will need not play an active role in the process and can simply wait until everything has been finalised. However, this is not the case in Spain. The starting point is of course to determine whether a Spanish Will exists. This is quite straightforward and, once known, the beneficiaries need to be identified and

contacted. There are occasions where a beneficiary is unaware that he or she has been named in the Spanish Will. The absence of an executor (as that term is understood in accordance with English law) can mean that the beneficiary is never contacted. It is therefore advisable to ensure that someone knows of the existence of the Spanish Will and undertakes to contact the beneficiaries. The issue of NIE numbers for beneficiaries seems to be a thorny one. Let’s be clear: a beneficiary can be named in a Spanish Will without having an NIE number at that time. The beneficiary will need to produce an original NIE certificate in order to inherit the Spanish estate. Some people decide to raise the point with their beneficiaries – others prefer to keep them guessing as to the Will’s contents however. Obtaining an NIE number can be done by requesting it at the National Police offices in Spain and by means of the Spanish Embassy or Consulate in your own country and our office can also assist you with this by means of a power of attorney. If you would like to learn more about this and other Inheritance Issues, please feel free to contact us for an appointment. Please see our W&B add in the following pages. *The information provided on this article is not intended to be legal advice, but merely conveys general information related to legal issues.

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Telefonica told to lower prices THE TELECOMMUNICATIONS Market Commission has ordered that Telefónica’s wholesale tariffs charged to other operators be reduced. They are demanding a reduction of between 30% and 40% depending on the speed of the line. It takes wholesale prices down to among the lowest in Europe.

Toshiba does U turn over World Cup prizes TOSHIBA HAS done a U turn and has now said that it will be giving out free laptops and televisions to those who purchased them as part of their world cup promotion ‘Si la

Roja Gana, Tú Ganas’. Earlier the company had refused to pay out to those participants who had failed to register on a company website, but following complaints from the

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QROPS... and the UK proposals to abolish the compulsion to buy an annuity by

Stephen Ward & Robert Burns ONE OF the promises made by the UK coalition Government was to abolish the effective compulsion to buy an annuity with your pension fund at age 75. The reasons for this promise is that if they leave the rules as they are then on death after age 75, when an annuity has not been secured, a UK pension fund would be subject to a minimum tax charge of 70% of the fund and in some cases as high as 82%.

THE TREASURY HAS RECENTLY PUBLISHED A CONSULTATION DOCUMENT ON THIS SUBJECT However, it is clear that it is a rather creative basis for claiming that the coalition promise is being met. At the moment, if you do not secure an annuity by age 75 with your pension fund, the fund falls into what is called an ‘alternatively secured pension’ (ASP). Under ASP there are tight limits on the income that can be drawn from the fund after age 75, and as stated above a near confiscatory tax charge following death. THE PROPOSALS MADE IN THE TREASURY DOCUMENT MAY BE SUMMARISED AS FOLLOWS: 1. The abolition of ASP. 2. The ability to take the 25% lump

sum benefit after age 75. 3. The ability to draw unlimited income from the fund from age 55 onwards which will of course be taxed – but subject to a minimum income requirement (MIR). 4. There is no indication yet as to the level of the MIR but it will include all income sources including the UK state pension. 5. An alternative income may be drawn on a ‘capped basis’ (not subject to the MIR) which may be akin to the current rules. 6. On death the remaining fund may be used to provide dependants pensions - but if it is withdrawn in lump sum form, a 55% tax charge will apply. 7. UK Inheritance Tax will not normally apply.

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The current rules mean a minimum tax charge of 70%

QROPS REMAINS AN ATTRACTIVE OPTION FOR THE EXPAT It was thought that these proposals would water down the advantages of transferring to a QROPS for long term expats. This clearly is not the case. Under a QROPS the key benefit for many is to know that following the member’s death there will be no tax charge on the fund when it is distributed to nominated beneficiaries. WE THINK MOST WOULD AGREE THAT NIL TAX ON DEATH IS BETTER THAN 55%! Personally, we find the proposals a great disappointment as many UK residents will still see a 55% tax charge on the “left over fund”

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Spanish financial system robust NEW DATA shows that 95 percent of the financial system in Spain can stand up to the stress test, compared to only 50 percent in other countries. This is the first time the results of such tests have been made public in Europe. A total of 91 entities have been scrutinised, including nine banks and 18 savings banks in Spain, in total representing 95 percent of the Spanish financial system. The initiative to carry out these stress tests came from the Prime Minister José Luis Rodríguez Zapatero. Following this the European Council took up the baton and proposed that they be performed in every European country. The stress tests performed on European

Tax man missing millions due to legal loophole THE SPANISH tax man is missing out on 80 million€ a year because of a legal loop hole regarding online gambling. A 20% jump in online gaming has been matched by a fall in the controls on the business. Last year such companies in Spain saw an income of 1.1 billion €, but the business remains unregulated here. Many of the companies are based in financial havens and their profits are not seen by the Spanish Hacienda.

financial entities are intended to check their ability to respond to adverse economic situations that affect their balance sheets. Basically, they measure the strength of the European financial system. To do so, the financial entities are subjected to two hypothetical situations: the first simulates the evolution of each financial entity in an economic environment similar to the current situation but with the degradation of certain financial variables; and the second simulates a more adverse scenario. These simulations are projected over two years and the Committee of European Banking Supervisors (CEBS) is responsible for monitoring them.

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The summertime tax blues by

Suzanne O’Connell

JUNE IS done and dusted and we’re almost waving goodbye to July. For most of us that means another rise in the temperature, an influx of holiday makers and a shortage of barbecue charcoal. However, for those involved in providing tax advice and services it also means the annual tax declarations for residents are becoming a distant memory. From the beginning of May until 30th June it’s the annual tax declaration season. This might not be the most inspiring item on your calendar for June, but it is probably the most important one. The tax declaration or ‘declaración de la Renta’ is completed every year by both residents and nonresidents. For residents it needs to be completed by June 30th and for nonresidents by 31st December. The tax declaration for residents requires information about your world-wide income. This includes your pension, any interest on savings that you have and rent on any property you let out. Knowledge of the tax

rate bands, thresholds and personal allowances is essential when preparing the return. An incorrect declaration can Nonresult in paying too much tax or inciting resident tax a tax inspection and a fine for declaring declarations have to be too little. submitted by The paperwork might be a nuisance December but it can also be of real benefit. 31st Presenting an annual declaration, is all about,” explains Sue, “It’s really even if zero tax is to be paid, is key in important that they do, otherwise they proving that you are a fiscal resident, might not give the right information.” especially when you seek the all Filling in the tax declaration is usually important “Fiscal Residency Certificate” a simple process. However, when it’s a to save on Capital Gains Tax if you sell client’s first time it can be a little more your property or you want to reduce complicated. ‘This year we had more or eliminate Inheritance tax for your new clients wanting to put their house spouse or family. in order,’ says Linda, “In some cases it’s It’s with a sigh of relief when the tax been quite tricky. For example, where no advisers Linda, Begonia and Sue at taxes have been declared before, there Ábaco Asesores finally tick off the are often a lot of lose ends to tidy up. last of their clients for the annual tax However, it’s our job to do the best we declaration. It’s a very busy period can for our clients. It’s not blame and and they like to take their time. Not all shame – we just pick up what we can providers of this service are quite so and help our clients to start afresh with thorough: “We’ve had quite a number of new clients this year. Many of them don’t a clean sheet and a pristine conscience – at least as far as tax is concerned!” understand what their tax declaration

So is it time for a break? The financial calendar is not so kind. Next we’re preparing for the non-resident tax declarations. These have to be submitted by December 31st. Nonresident property owners have to declare actual rental income and if they don’t rent they are taxed anyway on their potential rental earnings, based on the rateable value of their property. In the heat of summer, contemplating another set of tax returns is perhaps best left to the experts. If you would like a FREE, no obligation tax consultation with one of Ábaco’s friendly team of advisers call the ÁbacoConnect Help-line 966 703 748 www.abacoconnect.com

British Airways and Iberia merger agreed It has taken around two years for the merger to be authorized By Eddie Taylor BRITISH AIRWAYS and Iberia have been given the green light to join forces, creating the newly-branded flight company ‘Oneworld’. This will make the joint venture between the UK and Spanish state airlines the thirdlargest in Europe, after Lufthansa and Air France-KLM, and one of the fifth-largest in the world. As a result of this authorization for the merger, from the European Commission, BA shares went up. It is thought Oneworld will be up and running as a brand by the end of this year. Iberia’s CEO, Antonio Vázquez, says the

move will ‘benefit all passengers’ since they will have ‘more choice of destinations’. The names British Airways and Iberia will both remain on letterheads and on airlines and publicity material, with Oneworld simply being the holding company. It will have more than 420 airlines and cover over 100 countries. By the time they have been running as a joint concern for five years, Iberia and BA expect to save around 400 million Euros a year by merging. It has taken around two years for the merger to be authorized, since anti-monopoly rules had to be examined to ensure they were adhered to.

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health

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QUESTION: My 87-year-old mother will be coming to stay with me for the month of August. I am worried about how the heat will affect her. What are the possible problems and what steps can I take to prevent them?

Ask the Specialist by

Dr Colin Evans

MB.ChB., F.R.C.S., BDS., FDSRCS

YOU ARE quite right to be concerned about your mother as heat related illness can be serious and mainly affects the very young and the elderly. Illness normally comes about when there is a combination of high temperature, high humidity and physical exertion. The risk of such problems is greater when combined with the following: • physical – obesity • dehydration • unacclimatised • unusual exertion • inappropriate clothing • sleep deprivation • sunburn • sweat gland dysfunction MEDICAL CONDITIONS • Epilepsy • poorly-controlled diabetes • any illness causing a temperature • gastroenteritis • previous heat-related illness • low potassium levels • Parkinson’s disease spinal injuries • thyrotoxicosis anorexia • cardiac illness • cystic fibrosis • dehydration

• skin conditions with decreased sweating • diabetes insipidus DRUGS - ALCOHOL • Anticholinergics • alpha-adrenergics • antihistamines • tricyclic antidepressant • selective serotonin re-uptake inhibitor • water tablets • phenothiazines • beta blockers • calcium channel blockers • amphetamines • aspirin • lithium POTENTIAL PROBLEMS INCLUDE Heat cramps • Body temperature often elevated, usually less than 40ºC • Intense thirst with muscle cramps and rapid heart beat. Heat exhaustion • Body temperature is elevated but usually less than 41ºC. • ñPatients may experience nausea, reduced urine output, weakness, headache, thirst, occasionally fainting,

Keep your mother in the shade and ensure she wears lightweight fabrics

rapid heart beat, low blood pressure • Will appear flushed and sweaty • Mild confusion, irritability and poor co-ordination Heat stroke • Temperature will normally be 41°C or greater. often with loss of the ability to lose heat (may not be sweating) • Rapid shallow breathing with low blood pressure and shock. The patient may actually feel cold with dry skin. Keep your mother in the shade wherever possible whilst still using a sun cream. Ensure that she wears only

lightweight fabrics. Make sure that she drinks plenty of water and keep alcoholic drinks to a minimum. If you are taking mum ‘out and about,’ try to arrange outings for late afternoons. Ask her to check with her GP the possible effects of any medication that she may be taking. If your mother displays any of the above symptoms, cool her body down with water, ice packs, air conditioning or a fan and see a doctor immediately. Bear in mind that there are several other conditions that may be confused with heat related disorders and it is imperative that the correct diagnosis is reached.

Article written by Dr Colin Evans (MB.ChB., F.R.C.S., BDS., FDSRCS.) The English Medical Centre, Avda del Albir, 72. Edificio Primavera, Bloque 1. ALBIR, (Alicante) 966 868 013. Email: engmedopt@orange.es

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Nice people don’t talk bowels (Part 3) by

Claire Cerro Atyeo, RGN

Prestige Nursing and Social Care Services

RTN BRINGS you more information about the second largest killer in the UK. The first article looked at some of the reasons that may contribute to bowel cancer being the second largest killer after lung cancer and the symptoms to look out for. The second article explained a little of the anatomy, and the initial tests/examinations that you may undergo when first referred to a specialist. As a nurse with more than 13 years experience in gastroenterology (bowel operations), this time I will explain more about the tests and CT (TAC) scan or MRI scan that are likely to be ordered by your specialist. Having undergone the initial tests/ investigations and returned for your results, an explanation of the findings will be given; again it is advisable to take along a person of trust and understanding, who will be supportive and calm. If a cancer has been found, you will need further tests and investigations to clarify the extent of the cancer growth, so that a decision can be made as to which series of treatments and what type of operation will have the greatest successful outcome. These tests include CT scan or (TAC) as it’s known in Spain, a series of x-rays taken at different angles (cross sections) fed into a computer to form a detailed picture. Together these cross sections give a very accurate picture of where a tumour is and how big it is. It also gives detailed information as to how close the

tumour is to other organs. For a CT scan of your abdomen/ pelvis you may be asked • Not to eat or drink after midnight the night before the scan • To drink a liquid contrast medium some time before the scan • To drink more of the liquid in the Xray department You may have the contrast medium by injection either instead of, or as well as, the drink. The contrast medium makes the digestive system (gut) show up more clearly in the scan. It does not have any side effects; you may also have an injection of a drug to slow down the normal movement of your bowel. As this movement (called ‘peristalsis’) can distort the scan and make it more difficult to read. The scanner itself is like a big ring, with an electric bed running through the middle. Once positioned correctly, you will be left in the room alone but able to communicate via a speaker and the radiographer can see you via a TV monitor. Some people feel a bit claustrophobic; if you are a known sufferer it is important to advise the radiographer beforehand, so that they can give you medication to calm you. MRI (Magnetic Resonance Imaging) or (Imagen de Resonancia Magnética) in Spanish, which uses magnetism to build a full picture is completely painless, but the scanner is very noisy. It can show

A MRI scanner

up soft tissues very clearly but they can be affected by movement so aren’t used very often, for some parts of the body and for some types of tissues, it can produce clearer results than a CT scan but your consultant will make the decision as to which is the most appropriate for you. Again the preparation is very similar to that of the CT scan but because of the magnetic nature you will need to complete a checklist asking you about any medical conditions you may have, mainly those that may involve any metal implants. Including pacemakers, surgical clips, pins or plates and cochlear implants (for deafness), also some

medication skin patches contain metal particles; so it important to inform staff of these. Other tests include chest x-ray and blood test including liver function and tumour marker tests and it is not uncommon to have a ultrasound scan of your liver as this is a very common organ to find secondary tumours or cancerous seeds when diagnosed with bowel cancer. Next month we will look at the why, what and how of various bowel operations, followed by the potential problems and issues most people face in post surgery, and how to live a normal life with a stoma.

This article was written by Claire Cerro Atyeo RGN of Prestige Nursing and Social Care Services, one of the few Caring, Legal, Registered and Professional Nursing and Social Care Service Providers on the Costa Blanca. Tel: 687 015 517 . www.prestigenursingcostablanca.com

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Art ideas for kids this summer by

Julia Evans

BA (hons). Artist & owner of ArtHouse Gallery

THE SUMMER is here and the kids are off school. Finding things to do to entertain them can be difficult, so I thought I would share an artistic idea that I use with my own son to help keep him occupied. I am constantly ranting about the benefits of art, but it is a seriously excellent way to spend quality family time together. It combines fun with learning; it allows you to do something different; and it doesn’t even have to be messy. I will be telling you how to paint garden flower pots today. This is extremely fulfilling and rewarding for both adults and children. It can be done outdoors and you will have a treasured item for the home afterwards. Pot painting is great because even if the kids’ efforts are a little ‘expressive’ they will still look good by adding splashes of colour to your garden. And believe me the kids will be so proud of the end result. The main key point I want to make is that what I am showing you today is easy. You do not need to be a skilled artist: if you can write your own name then you can do this and that is a promise! WHAT YOU WILL NEED Some old terra cotta pots Plastic bin liners Kitchen paper A paper plate and a jar of water

Household varnish for wood from the DIY store

The following things I recommend that you buy from either the Chinese bizarre or Casa, as both supply cheap and cheerful art materials that are perfect for both adults and children: HB pencils A rubber Acrylic paints (one small set) and some paintbrushes Actually any household paint such as emulsion will do the job perfectly but make sure the paint is water-based as gloss paint is far messier and you will need turpentine to clean any brushes. 1. Start by finding a shady spot in the garden. Cover any surfaces with a plastic bin liner. Prepare your palette on the paper plate: soak 3-4 sheets of kitchen paper in water, ring out the majority of the water and place on the plate. Then on top of the wet paper put out the colours that you need. The idea of the wet paper is to keep the paint moist; acrylic dries out very quickly, especially in this heat - this will help stop that. 2. Now the fun begins: start painting! Get creative! Think about a background colour, paint the whole pot with one solid colour and when it is dry (this

My son painting a pot in the garden

should take about ten minutes) draw your design using pencil on top. 3. The first rule is to keep it simple; think of an easy design. As a teacher of art I am always telling my students that everything is made of simple shapes. If you can draw a circle or a square then you can draw anything. Take a flower for example: it is nothing more than a circle in the middle with other circles all around... I recommend starting with flowers as they are very easy. Other ideas are fruit, suns and moons or leaves. Think about what you are trying to draw and break it down into basic shapes. If you are still feeling that this might be a little too ambitious then stripes, spots or triangles drawn to make a pattern can be just as effective. 4. Once you are happy with the design, then go over it with paint. Keep colour

bold and simple, perhaps choose no more the three or four colours on each pot or even keep it black and white. Small brushes with pointed tips will make the job easier. Make sure that you keep all brushes in the jar of water, to keep them from drying out. 5. When your pots are completely dry, paint the whole surface with the household varnish to make it much more weather proof. There you have it. So why not give it a go, even if you don’t have children to occupy I would recommend finding a cool shady spot in your garden and having a play with paint. Afterwards you will feel relaxed and you will have something beautiful to show for it. For more creative ideas, please go to www.arthouseonline.net

Julia Evans BA (hons), ArtHouse Gallery, Calle San Miguel no. 14, Gata de Gorgos, 03740 Alicante. Tel: 0034 965 756 286 or 0034 687 114 853. Email: arthousemail@gmail.com. Web: www.arthouseonline.net. If you are an artist and have an exhibition coming up or simply just want me to view you work then email arthousemail@gmail.com

Pink Ladies donation for AECC

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Hoggies double donation!

by Louise Clarke REGULAR READERS of RTN will recall how one brave woman from Las Filipinas in Orihuela Costa inspired a number of fundraising events for cancer charity AECC after she herself discovered that she had the disease. Maria Wilson discovered that she had breast cancer earlier this year and has since had a full mastectomy of her left breast and has undergone three gruelling sessions of chemotherapy. On June 19th, Maria and her close friends, whom she named her ‘Pink Ladies’, organised a five kilometre walk in Torrevieja, a quiz night on 3rd June at LM Dbra’s in El Galan and later a market at the same venue on 2nd July. On Saturday evening, more than 70 people packed into the bar for the official cheque presentation of €11,582 to the AECC’s Jackie and Alan James, who were delighted to receive the cheque on behalf of the charity and said that they were in awe of all Maria’s hard work. DESIRE More than €700 was donated by Maria’s family and friends in the UK and both LM Dbra’s and the Red Sea Bar in La Zenia had a staff team; each raising nearly €700 after completing the walk. The presentation evening also raised a further €250 which Maria has said will be the start to her new fundraising enterprise for the charity. And despite undergoing chemotherapy and soon radiotherapy, Maria’s desire to raise much needed funds for the charity does not stop. She told RTN: “I want to raise

Julie (centre) with ladies from the two charities Photo by Kristoff

The cheque is handed over by Maria and her Pink Ladies

money for something specific for the charity, like a mini bus. But I need to speak to the AECC committee first to find out if there is anything specific that they need.” During the evening, Maria took the opportunity to thank all the people who have helped her, including her ‘Pink Ladies’; husband Carl; all their friends and family from the UK; the Red Sea Bar; LM Dbra’s and most importantly, everyone who had made donations and attended events. Maria’s husband Carl told RTN: “I am extremely proud of Maria and everything that she has done. I would personally like to thank everyone who donated to this worthwhile cause which

we all may, one day, need to call upon. What’s the saying? ‘There but for the grace of God go I...’ How true that is.” ZUMBA Maria’s next fundraising event will be a ‘Zumba’ keep fit class which will take place on 15th September at the Sophia Wellness Centre in Cabo Roig. The class, which is open to everyone and will start at 11:00 and last until 12:30, will be taken by Jeanette Sloan, a qualified ‘Zumba’ teacher from the UK and local instructor Sue Venables. The class will cost €5 per person and all proceeds will go to the AECC. There will be more information on this event nearer the time.

Lions have fun too! IT IS well known that the Lions organise various trips and activities to raise funds for charity. What is less well known is that Lions have fun too. It costs quite a lot to run the club but to ensure that every last cent raised from charity activities actually goes to charity, the Lions have two completely separate sets of accounts: all monies raised from charity events advertised to the public go into the Welfare account. Income from membership subscriptions is not enough to run the club so to raise extra funds for the Admin account we therefore have

A merry gathering that the Lions held recently

Lions and Friends activities that are not publicly advertised. Normally we have a dinner or other social activity every month. If you would like to know more about the Lions why not come to one of these social gatherings as

a Friend of the Lions? You will have a fun night out in a local restaurant and meet others who live in the area. To find out more phone Alan, Social Director, on 608 43 75 90 or e-mail mazarronbahialions@ gmail.com

IT ALL started on St George’s Day in April, when Julie, the owner of Hoggies Bar in San Luis, decided to organise a charity fun day to commemorate her late father. It was a great day with staff and customers alike succumbing to heads being shaved; chest and back waxing; rides on a Harley Davidson; Spanish Flamenco dancing; the Pipes and Drummers and a huge raffle. A fantastic mouth watering meal was prepared for all who had come to support the two charities chosen by Julie. The follow up to this was last Friday, 23rd July, which would have been Julie’s late father’s birthday, when another free pork feast was prepared for lunchtime, with a BBQ laid on in the evening. Entertainment continued throughout the day with Jukebox legends duo and Elvis making a sparkly cat-suited appearance. Then Peter Hull sang and provided karaoke in the evening; Hoggies was sizzling all day! Julie was thrilled to be able to hand over €1,200 to The Butterfly Children and €500 to Paws Animal Aid. The celebrations carried on into the night and all the regulars and staff members are now looking forward to the next fund raising event, details of which will be in RTN.

Banco Halifax help Noah’s Ark

BANCO HALIFAX recently sponsored the Noah’s Ark Charity Dog Walk, which together with the sponsorship

from Banco Halifax raised over €530. On 21st July, they presented a cheque for €100 to Noah’s Arc.

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Helston Jazz Band to perform this weekend Fiesta time for Dramatic Licence

HE HELSTON Jazz Band has been described as ‘phenomenal’ and this weekend and into next week they will be playing in Torrevieja. In the summer of 1994, the band was invited to play at Montreux and at the Geneva Jazz Festival and also at the National Finals of the Festival of Youth in the Royal Festival Hall, London where lead alto saxophonist, James Aldous, was awarded the outstanding soloist award. The success has continued through the years and the Alzheimer’s Association has been extremely lucky to have arranged a one off performance of this fantastic band in aid of the charity during their tour here in Torrevieja. The band will be performing in the Municipal Theatre in Torrevieja, this Sunday, 1st August with tickets priced at just €3 and all proceeds will go to the charity.

The Helston Jazz Band

Please go along and enjoy this wonderful opportunity to hear the band and to support your local Alzheimer’s Association (AFA). To be sure of your seat get your ticket available from the AFA shop, behind the church off Constitution Square, at the box office of Theatre Municipal in Torrevieja or at the door of the theatre on the night. Remember AFA is the only association who can give Alzheimer’s sufferers and their families, the specialised help they need, so they really do need YOU! For more information on the band, visit www.hsjo.co.uk. The band will also be performing on Saturday 31st July in the Park of Nations at 19:30 as part of the ‘Baile de las Naciones’ event and on Monday 2nd August at the Paseo Maritimo from 22:30. Their final performance in Torrevieja will be at 22:30 on Wednesday 4th August at the Plaza del Embarcadero in La Mata.

Manhatton transfer

By Jack Troughton SUNSET IN downtown Moraira and Jeff Hatton and band Manhatton Jazz are in fine form to kick-start a series of outdoor charity concerts. The tight six piece – horns, trombone, clarinet, piano, double bass and drums – have the honour of

The Wicked Witch from the Wizard of Oz

THEATRE COMPANY Dramatic Licence was honoured to be asked to take part in the Benijofar fiesta parade last Saturday and members of the company went along dressed as characters from the movies. The company is currently taking a short rest after the huge success of its production ‘The Odd Couple’, from which €1,000 was donated to the Alzheimer’s Association. The November production is yet to be decided, but will probably be another comedy. Details will appear soon on their website www.dramatic-licence.eu. Suzanne Stokes, Chairperson of the company, is hoping more people will come along to join the group. She told RTN: “We are a friendly crowd and although we set ourselves a very high standard, we always encourage newcomers to join in, so if anyone has a yen to tread the boards - particularly men - please give me a call on 680 961 025.”

opening the annual Teulada Moraira Lions Club series of summer concerts. And from the off an appreciative crowd are getting into the groove with these amiable jazzmen and their easy on the ear blend of music and chat. The village is packed with holidaymakers. Together Jazz Manhatton, the venue and its backdrop of Moraira Castle, provide a seductive blend to call the crowds towards the siren. The guys produce a silky blend of trad jazz and swing. The performance has more colour than some fairly

outrageous waistcoats worn onstage and coins appear to be dropping into the collection buckets carried by Lions members who collected more than 908 euros during the concert. The summer’s three Lions concerts are free – donations are used to support disabled and disadvantaged children locally – and Manhatton Jazz is back on 5th September. However, the series promises a different dose of fun on Sunday 15th August, when the good times roll with the fabulous Shamrockers.

tv Friday

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08:15 Big Brother 09:25 Frasier 09:55 Smallville: Superman the Early Years 10:50 P. Diddy’s Starmaker 11:45 Friends 12:15 Friends 12:45 Postcard from T4 On The Beach 13:00 Channel 4 News 13:05 Brief Encounters of the Sporting Mind 13:10 The Diamond Queen 14:45 Channel 4 Racing 17:10 Deal or No Deal 18:00 Come Dine with Me 19:00 The Simpsons 19:30 Hollyoaks 20:00 Channel 4 News 20:25 4thought.tv 20:30 One Under 21:00 A Place in the Sun: Home or Away 22:00 Big Brother 23:00 The IT Crowd 23:35 Big Brother 24:25 Stand Up for the Week

08:00 Childrens TV 10:05 The Adventures of Bottle Top Bill and His Best Friend Corky 10:20 Igam Ogam 10:30 Olivia 10:45 Don’t Stop Believing 11:45 Trisha Goddard 12:45 CSI: Crime Scene Investigation 13:40 Five News 13:45 House 14:45 Neighbours 15:15 Home and Away 15:45 Don’t Stop Believers 15:50 I Own Britain’s Best Home: Flying Visit 16:05 Ladies of the House 18:00 Five News 18:30 Neighbours 19:00 Home and Away 19:25 Don’t Stop Believers 19:30 Live From Studio Five 20:15 Cricket on Five 21:00 Nature Shock 22:00 The Mentalist 23:00 CSI: NY 23:55 Don’t Stop Believers 24:00 Grey’s Anatomy

07:10 Bob the Builder: Project Build It 07:20 Postman Pat: SDS 07:35 Guess with Jess 07:50 Pingu 08:00 Everything’s Rosie 08:10 dirtgirlworld 08:25 Sportsround 08:40 Wolverine and the X-Men 09:00 Raven 09:30 School of Silence 10:00 Paradise Cafe 10:30 Animals at Work 11:00 Athletics 13:00 Degrassi: The Next Generation 13:25 The Cut 13:50 Scene Stealers 14:20 The 5.19 Show 14:35 The Almost Perfect Guide to Life 15:05 Seven Men from Now 16:20 Flog It! 16:50 Sacred Music 17:50 Golf 18:45 Athletics 22:00 Proms 2010 24:00 Mock the Week 24:30 In Search of a Midnight Kiss

08:00 Mickey Mouse Clubhouse 08:25 Chop Socky Chooks 08:50 Ben 10 09:15 Horrid Henry 09:30 SpongeBob SquarePants 10:00 Phineas and Ferb 10:25 The Crocodile Hunter Diaries 11:25 Children’s Hospital 11:55 Monk 12:55 ITV News 13:10 This Morning: Saturday 14:10 Animals Do the Funniest Things 15:10 Being There 17:30 ‘Crocodile’ Dundee in Los Angeles 19:20 Granada News 19:30 ITV News 19:45 You’ve Been Framed! 20:15 Odd One In 21:00 Magic Numbers 22:00 30 Years of An Audience With... 23:00 ITV News 23:15 Three Kings

08:05 World Sport 08:30 Mobil 1 The Grid 09:00 The Morning Line 09:55 Friends 10:25 Friends 11:00 T4 Premiere Special 11:30 Friends 12:05 Big Brother 13:05 Big Brother 13:50 Hollyoaks Music Show 14:25 Scrubs 14:50 Channel 4 Racing 16:55 Come Dine with Me Down Under 17:25 Come Dine with Me Down Under 17:55 Come Dine with Me Down Under 18:30 Come Dine with Me Down Under 19:00 Come Dine with Me Down Under 19:30 Channel 4 News 19:55 4thought.tv 20:00 Elizabeth 21:00 The Queen 22:00 Big Brother 23:00 The Misfits 24:05 Star Trek: Generations

08:00 Childrens TV 09:25 The Adventures of Bottle Top Bill and His Best Friend Corky 09:45 Igam Ogam 10:00 Olivia 10:15 The Mr. Men Show 10:35 Gerald McBoing Boing 11:00 Animal Rescue Squad 11:20 Don’t Stop Believers 11:30 The Man Who Moves Buildings 12:30 Daring Raids of World War II 13:00 The Green Berets 15:40 Day of the Evil Gun 17:30 Ice Station Zebra 20:10 Five News 20:15 Cricket on Five 21:00 Don’t Stop Believers 21:05 NCIS 22:00 CSI: Miami 22:55 CSI: Crime Scene Investigation 23:55 CSI: NY 24:50 Don’t Stop Believers 24:55 Cops in Crisis

07:00 Harry and Toto 07:10 Bob the Builder: Project Build It 07:20 Postman Pat: SDS 07:35 Guess with Jess 07:50 Pingu 08:00 Everything’s Rosie 08:10 dirtgirlworld 08:25 Dennis & Gnasher 08:35 Bear Behaving Badly 09:00 Wingin’ It 09:20 Sam and Mark’s Guide to Dodging Disaster 09:30 Planet Ajay 10:00 Athletics 12:30 Something for the Weekend 14:00 Monk 14:45 Flog It! 15:15 Escape to the Country 16:00 Golf 19:00 Athletics 22:30 Top Gear 23:30 Frequently Asked Questions about Time Travel 24:50 Factotum (A Man Who Preforms Many Jobs)

07:15 Boblins 07:25 Engie Benjy 07:40 Odd-Jobbers 07:50 Fluffy Gardens 08:00 Special Agent Oso 08:25 Supernormal 08:55 Ben 10 09:15 Horrid Henry 09:30 Shaggy and Scooby Doo Get a Clue 10:00 Phineas and Ferb 10:25 Coronation Street Omnibus 12:45 ITV News 13:00 This Morning: Sunday 14:00 House Gift 15:00 Columbo 17:00 On Her Majesty’s Secret Service 19:35 Granada News 19:45 ITV News 20:00 Alan Titchmarsh’s Walks of Fame 21:00 Heartbeat 22:00 Taggart 23:00 ITV News 23:15 Drama Trails 24:15 Comedy Classics

07:10 The Hoobs 07:35 The Hoobs 08:00 Catching the Impossible 08:55 Avon Tyres British GT Championship 09:20 UK Ironman 70.3 09:55 Hollyoaks Omnibus 12:30 Big Brother’s Little Brother 13:35 Friends 14:15 Being N-Dubz 14:55 The Simpsons 15:30 The Simpsons 15:55 The Core 18:30 River Cottage: Gone Fishing 19:30 Channel 4 News 19:55 4thought.tv 20:00 Orchestra United 21:00 The Amish: World’s Squarest Teenagers 22:00 Big Brother 23:00 Alan Carr: Chatty Man 23:50 The IT Crowd 24:25 Stand Up for the Week

08:00 Childrens TV 08:45 Noddy in Toyland 09:00 Mist: Sheepdog Tales 09:10 Little Princess 09:35 The Adventures of Bottle Top Bill and His Best Friend Corky 09:50 Igam Ogam 10:00 Olivia 10:15 The Mr. Men Show 10:35 Gerald McBoing Boing 11:00 iCarly 11:35 True Jackson, VP 12:10 Michaela’s Wild Challenge 12:40 The Hotel Inspector 13:40 Don’t Stop Believing 14:40 The Wreck of the Mary Deare 16:45 Police Academy 3: Back in Training 18:20 The Hunchback of Notre Dame 20:10 Five News 20:15 Cricket on Five 21:00 Don’t Stop Believing 22:30 Moulin Rouge! 24:55 Police Interceptors

07:00 Breakfast 10:15 Heir Hunters 11:00 Escape to the Country 12:00 Homes Under the Hammer 12:30 Cash in the Attic 13:15 Bargain Hunt 14:00 BBC News 14:30 Regional News 14:45 Doctors 15:15 Murder, She Wrote 16:00 BBC News 16:05 ZingZillas 16:25 Funky Fables 16:40 Mortified 17:05 Trapped 17:35 Hounded 18:00 Newsround 18:15 The Weakest Link 19:00 BBC News at Six 19:30 Regional News 20:00 The One Show 20:30 DIY SOS 21:00 EastEnders 21:30 Celebrity MasterChef 22:00 My Family 22:30 The Old Guys 23:00 BBC News at Ten 23:25 Regional News 23:35 Would I Lie to You?

07:00 Harry and Toto 07:10 Bob the Builder: Project Build It 07:20 Postman Pat: SDS 07:35 Guess with Jess 07:50 Pingu 08:00 Everything’s Rosie 08:10 dirtgirlworld 08:25 LazyTown 08:50 Charlie and Lola 09:00 Barney’s Latin America 09:30 Ed and Oucho’s Excellent Inventions 10:00 Roar 10:30 Gimme a Break 11:00 Athletics 13:00 Animal Park 13:30 Working Lunch 14:00 The World at War 14:50 Hands on Nature 15:00 Golf 18:15 Athletics 22:00 Gardeners’ World 23:00 How Not to Live Your Life 23:30 Newsnight 24:05 That Mitchell and Webb Look 24:35 Shooting Stars

07:00 GMTV

07:00 Breakfast 09:45 Athletics 11:00 Saturday Kitchen Best Bites 12:30 What To Eat Now 13:00 BBC News 13:05 Regional News 13:10 Formula 1 15:30 Golf 17:50 BBC News 18:00 Regional News 18:05 Hole in the Wall 18:40 Madagascar 20:00 101 Ways to Leave a Gameshow 21:00 Tonight’s the Night 21:50 The National Lottery Saturday Night Draws 22:00 Casualty 22:50 John Bishop’s Britain 23:20 BBC News 23:40 Insomnia

07:00 Breakfast 10:00 The Andrew Marr Show 11:00 Sunday Morning Live 12:00 Country Tracks 13:00 BBC News 13:05 Formula 1 16:15 EastEnders 18:10 Songs of Praise 18:45 BBC News 18:55 Regional News and Weather 19:00 Antiques Roadshow 20:00 Last of the Summer Wine 20:30 Countryfile 21:30 Sherlock 23:00 BBC News 23:20 Regional News and Weather 23:25 The Impressions Show with Culshaw and Stephenson 23:55 Red Eye

10:25 Jeremy Kyle Show 11:30 This Morning 12:25 ITV News 12:30 This Morning 13:30 Loose Women 14:30 ITV News 15:00 Dickinson’s Real Deal 16:00 60 Minute Makeover 17:00 Midsomer Murders 18:00 Ten Mile Menu 19:00 Granada Reports 19:30 ITV News 20:00 Emmerdale 20:30 Coronation Street 21:00 Dickinson’s Real Deal 21:30 Coronation Street 22:00 Doc Martin 23:00 ITV News at Ten

tv Saturday

tv Sunday

08:00 Guinness World Records Smashed! 09:00 Brainiac: Science Abuse 10:00 Oops TV 10:30 Oops TV 11:00 Got to Dance 12:00 Don’t Forget the Lyrics 13:00 Sell Me the Answer 14:00 Malcolm in the Middle 14:30 Malcolm in the Middle 15:00 A Town Called Eureka 16:00 Stargate SG-1 17:00 Stargate SG-1 18:00 WWE: Superstars 19:00 Oops TV 19:30 The Simpsons 20:00 The Simpsons 20:30 The Simpsons 21:00 Missing Children: Lorraine Kelly Investigates 22:00 Top 50 Showbiz Comebacks 24:00 Lie to Me

07:30 Live Athletics European Championships 14:00 Athletics European Championships 15:00 FIFA U20 Women’s Football 16:15 Eurogoals Flash 16:30 Athletics European Championships 18:15 Live Athletics European Championships 22:15 Athletics 22:45 UEFA U19 Championship 24:00 Athletics European Championships

08:00 The Fresh Prince of Bel Air 08:50 Celebs 24/7 09:00 Jerry Springer Show 10:00 America’s Next Top Model 11:00 RSPCA Animal Rescue 11:55 Maury 12:55 Celebs 24/7 13:00 60 Minute Makeover 14:00 Four Weddings 15:00 Bulging Brides 16:00 CSI: Crime Scene Investigation 17:00 Charmed 19:00 America’s Next Top Model 20:00 Bulging Brides 21:00 Passport Patrol 22:00 Medium 23:00 CSI: Miami 24:00 Criminal Minds

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08:00 Guinness World Records Smashed! 09:00 Project Runway 10:00 Pineapple Dance Studios 11:00 Got to Dance 12:00 Bite Size Brainiac 12:10 Futurama 13:55 Futurama 15:40 The Librarian: Return to King Solomon’s Mines 17:30 Modern Family 18:00 Futurama 18:30 Futurama 19:00 My Pet Shame 20:00 The Simpsons 20:30 Glenn Martin, DDS 21:00 The Simpsons 21:30 Glenn Martin, DDS 22:00 Happy Gilmore 23:45 Classic Albums 24:50 UK Border Force

08:30 Athletics European Championships 10:00 Live Athletics European Champs 13:00 Live Formula Two 14:00 Athletics European Championships 16:15 Live Athletics European Champs 21:45 Athletics 22:15 WTA Tennis 24:00 Athletics European Champs

08:00 Jerry Springer Show 08:50 Celebs 24/7 09:00 Maury 10:50 Celebs 24/7 11:00 The Fresh Prince of Bel Air 12:00 Will and Grace 13:00 Dating in the Dark 14:00 Britain’s Next Top Model 15:00 Four Weddings 17:30 Bulging Brides 18:00 Extreme 19:00 Nothing to Declare 19:30 Nothing to Declare 20:00 Nothing to Declare 20:30 Nothing to Declare 21:00 Nothing to Declare 21:30 Nothing to Declare 22:00 Four Weddings 23:00 My Husband Is Gay 24:00 Criminal Minds

Magic Numbers ITV 1, 21.00

08:00 Guinness World Records Smashed! 09:00 Glenn Martin, DDS 09:30 Glenn Martin, DDS 10:00 Road Wars 11:00 WWE: Superstars 12:00 WWE: Experience 13:00 Futurama 14:45 Futurama: Welcome to the World of Tomorrow 15:00 Futurama 15:30 Futurama 16:00 Futurama 16:30 Futurama 17:00 Futurama 17:30 Futurama 18:00 Futurama 18:30 Futurama 19:00 The Simpsons 19:30 The Simpsons 20:00 Pineapple Dance Studios 21:00 The Librarian: the Curse of the Judas Chalice 22:50 Best of Oops TV 23:50 House 24:50 House

08:30 Live FIA World Touring Cars 09:00 Athletics European Champs 10:00 Live Athletics European Champs 12:30 FIA World Touring Cars 13:00 Live FIA World Touring Cars 14:00 Live Supersport 15:15 Live FIFA U20 Women’s Football 17:15 Superbike 18:15 Superbike 18:45 Motorsports Weekend 19:00 Live Athletics European Champs 22:15 Athletics 23:30 WTA Tennis Slumdog Millionaire Rouge! Moulin Channel 4, 10.00pm Five,

22.30

08:00 Jerry Springer Show 08:50 Celebs 24/7 09:00 Maury 09:55 Maury 10:50 Celebs 24/7 11:00 The Fresh Prince of Bel Air 12:00 Ghost Whisperer 16:00 RSPCA Animal Rescue 17:00 Passport Patrol 17:30 Passport Patrol 18:00 16 and Pregnant 19:00 Dating in the Dark 20:00 Four Weddings US 21:00 Ghost Whisperer 22:00 Criminal Minds 23:00 CSI: Crime Scene Investigation 24:00 CSI: Miami

tv Monday

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07:00 Breakfast 10:15 Heir Hunters 11:00 Escape to the Country 12:00 Homes Under the Hammer 12:30 Cash in the Attic 13:15 Bargain Hunt 14:00 BBC News at One 14:30 Regional News 14:45 Doctors 15:15 Murder, She Wrote 16:00 BBC News 16:05 ZingZillas 16:25 Funky Fables 16:40 Mortified 17:05 Mission: 2110 17:35 The Legend of Dick and Dom 18:00 Newsround 18:15 The Weakest Link 19:00 BBC News at Six 19:30 Regional News 20:00 The One Show 20:30 Cowboy Trap 21:00 EastEnders 21:30 Panorama 22:00 Who Do You Think You Are? 23:00 BBC News 23:25 Regional News 23:35 Gears and Tears

08:00 Childrens TV 10:00 Roar 10:30 Gimme a Break 11:00 Copycats 11:30 Deadly 60 11:55 What’s New, Scooby-Doo? 12:20 Island in the Sky 14:05 The World at War 15:00 Wanted Down Under Revisited 16:00 Diagnosis Murder 16:45 Flog It! 17:30 Ben Fogle’s Escape in Time 18:15 The Hairy Bikers’ Food Tour of Britain 19:00 Eggheads 19:30 Antiques Road Trip 20:00 Wainwright Walks: Coast to Coast 20:30 Mastermind: Champion of Champions 21:00 University Challenge 21:30 Antiques Master 22:00 Dragons’ Den 23:00 Rev 23:30 Newsnight 24:20 Five Days that Changed Britain

06:30 ITV Morning News

07:00 Breakfast 10:15 Heir Hunters 11:00 Escape to the Country 12:00 Homes Under the Hammer 12:30 Cash in the Attic 13:15 Bargain Hunt 14:00 BBC News at One 14:30 Regional News 14:45 Doctors 15:15 Murder, She Wrote 16:00 BBC News 16:05 ZingZillas 16:25 Funky Fables 16:40 Mortified 17:05 Mission: 2110 17:35 Horrible Histories 18:00 Newsround 18:15 The Weakest Link 19:00 BBC News at Six 19:30 Regional News 20:00 The One Show 20:30 EastEnders 21:00 Holby City 22:00 The Deep 23:00 BBC News at Ten 23:25 Regional News 23:35 The Bionic Vet 24:05 An Unfinished Life

08:00 Childrens TV 10:00 Roar 10:30 Gimme a Break 11:00 Copycats 11:30 Deadly 60 11:55 What’s New, Scooby-Doo? 12:30 Whistle down the Wind 14:05 The World at War 15:00 Wanted Down Under Revisited 16:00 Diagnosis Murder 16:45 Flog It! 17:30 Ben Fogle’s Escape in Time 18:15 The Hairy Bikers’ Food Tour of Britain 19:00 Eggheads 19:30 Antiques Road Trip 20:00 Wainwright Walks: Coast to Coast 20:30 Mastermind: Champion of Champions 21:00 Top Gear 22:00 That Mitchell and Webb Look 22:30 Shooting Stars 23:00 Miranda 23:30 Newsnight 24:20 Coast

07:00 GMTV

07:00 Breakfast 10:15 Heir Hunters 11:00 Escape to the Country 12:00 Homes Under the Hammer 12:30 Cash in the Attic 13:15 Bargain Hunt 14:00 BBC News at One 14:30 Regional News 14:45 Doctors 15:15 Murder, She Wrote 16:00 BBC News 16:05 ZingZillas 16:25 Funky Fables 16:40 Mortified 17:05 Mission: 2110 17:35 Little Howard’s Big Question 18:00 Newsround 18:15 The Weakest Link 19:00 BBC News at Six 19:30 Regional News 20:00 The One Show 20:30 Penguin Island 21:00 Celebrity MasterChef 22:00 The Secret Tourist 23:00 BBC News at Ten 23:25 Regional News 23:35 The National Lottery Draws 23:45 Disturbia

08:00 Childrens TV 10:00 Roar 10:30 Gimme a Break 11:00 Copycats 11:30 Deadly 60 11:55 What’s New, Scooby-Doo? 12:15 OOglies 12:35 The Shooting Party 14:05 The World at War 15:00 Wanted Down Under 16:00 Diagnosis Murder 16:45 Flog It! 17:30 Ben Fogle’s Escape in Time 18:15 The Hairy Bikers’ Food Tour of Britain 19:00 Eggheads 19:30 Antiques Road Trip 20:00 Wainwright Walks: Coast to Coast 20:30 Mastermind: Champion of Champions 21:00 Coast 22:00 The Normans 23:00 QI 23:30 Newsnight 24:20 The Deadliest Crash: the Le Mans 1955 Disaster

07:00 GMTV

07:00 GMTV 09:35 GMTV with Lorraine 10:25 Jeremy Kyle Show 11:30 This Morning 12:25 ITV News 12:30 This Morning 13:30 Loose Women 14:30 ITV News 15:00 Dickinson’s Real Deal 16:00 3@three 17:00 Midsomer Murders 18:00 Britain’s Best Dish 19:00 Granada Reports 19:30 ITV News 20:00 Emmerdale 20:30 Coronation Street 21:00 Countrywise 21:30 Coronation Street 22:00 Identity 23:00 ITV News at Ten

tv Tuesday

23:35 Cry_Wolf

09:35 GMTV with Lorraine 10:25 Jeremy Kyle Show 11:30 This Morning 12:25 ITV News 12:30 This Morning 13:30 Loose Women 14:30 ITV News 15:00 Dickinson’s Real Deal 16:00 3@three 17:00 Midsomer Murders 18:00 Britain’s Best Dish 19:00 Granada Reports 19:30 ITV News 20:00 Emmerdale 20:30 Children’s Hospital 21:00 Who Wants to Be a Millionaire? 22:00 The Bill 23:00 ITV News at Ten 23:35 Ladette to Lady

tv Wednesday

24:35 October Road

09:35 GMTV with Lorraine 10:25 Jeremy Kyle Show 11:30 This Morning 12:25 ITV News 12:30 This Morning 13:30 Loose Women 14:30 ITV News 15:00 Dickinson’s Real Deal 16:00 3@three 17:00 Midsomer Murders 18:00 Britain’s Best Dish 19:00 Granada Reports 19:30 ITV News 20:00 Emmerdale 20:30 The Lakes 21:00 Midsomer Murders 23:00 ITV News at Ten 23:35 TV’s Naughtiest Blunders 24:35 iTunes Festival Highlights 2010

08:00 Guinness World Records Smashed! 09:00 Brainiac: Science Abuse 10:00 Oops TV 10:30 Oops TV 11:00 Pineapple Dance Studios 12:00 Don’t Forget the Lyrics 13:00 Sell Me the Answer 14:00 Best of Oops TV 15:00 A Town Called Eureka 16:00 Stargate SG-1 17:00 Stargate SG-1 18:00 Malcolm in the Middle 18:30 Malcolm in the Middle 19:00 Oops TV 19:30 The Simpsons 20:00 The Simpsons 20:30 The Simpsons 21:00 The Biggest Loser USA 23:00 Law & Order 24:00 Bones

08:00 Big Brother’s Little Brother 09:00 Big Brother 10:00 Smallville: Superman the Early Years 10:50 P. Diddy’s Starmaker 11:45 Friends 12:15 Friends 12:45 Iyaz’s Postcard From T4 on the Beach 13:00 Channel 4 News 13:05 The TV Book Club 13:30 Proud Parents 13:45 Come Dine with Me 14:15 Come Dine with Me 14:45 Come Dine with Me 15:20 Come Dine with Me 15:50 Come Dine with Me 16:25 Countdown 17:10 Deal or No Deal 18:00 10 Years Younger 19:00 The Simpsons 19:30 Hollyoaks 20:00 Channel 4 News 20:55 4thought.tv 21:00 Dispatches 22:00 The Hospital 23:00 Big Brother 24:10 Alan Carr: Chatty Man 24:55 8 Out of 10 Cats

08:00 Childrens TV 10:15 Igam Ogam 10:25 Olivia 10:35 Mio Mao 10:45 Michaela’s Animal Road Trip 11:45 Trisha Goddard 12:45 CSI: Crime Scene Investigation 13:40 Five News 13:45 House 14:40 Don’t Stop Believers 14:45 Neighbours 15:15 CSI: Crime Scene Investigation 16:05 Tidal Wave: No Escape 18:00 Five News 18:30 Neighbours 19:00 The Boss Is Coming to Dinner 19:25 Don’t Stop Believers 19:30 Live From Studio Five 20:00 Five News at 7 20:15 Cricket on Five 21:00 The Gadget Show 22:00 The Rookie 24:25 Don’t Stop Believers 24:30 Blind Horizon

08:10 Big Brother 09:20 Frasier 09:40 Smallville: Superman the Early Years 10:40 P. Diddy’s Starmaker 11:35 Friends 12:00 Friends 13:00 Channel 4 News 13:05 Supernanny US 13:50 Come Dine with Me 14:20 Come Dine with Me 14:50 Come Dine with Me 15:25 Come Dine with Me 15:55 Come Dine with Me 16:25 Countdown 17:10 Deal or No Deal 18:00 10 Years Younger 19:00 The Simpsons 19:30 Hollyoaks 20:00 Channel 4 News 20:55 4thought.tv 21:00 The Ugly Face of Beauty 22:00 Who Knows Best 23:00 Big Brother 24:10 The Inbetweeners 24:40 Omid Djalili: No Agenda

08:00 Childrens TV 10:25 Olivia 10:35 Mio Mao 10:45 Michaela’s Animal Road Trip 11:45 Trisha Goddard 12:45 CSI: Crime Scene Investigation 13:40 Five News 13:45 House 14:40 Don’t Stop Believers 14:45 Neighbours 15:15 CSI: Crime Scene Investigation 16:05 Before You Say ‘I Do’ 18:00 Five News 18:30 Neighbours 19:00 The Boss Is Coming to Dinner 19:25 Don’t Stop Believers 19:30 Live From Studio Five 20:00 Five News at 7 20:30 Michaela’s Zoo Babies 21:00 Bermuda Triangle: The Mystery Revealed 22:00 CSI: Miami 23:00 CSI: NY 23:55 Don’t Stop Believers 24:00 CSI: Crime Scene Investigation

08:00 Guinness World

08:20 Big Brother 09:30 Frasier 10:00 Smallville: Superman the Early Years 10:55 P. Diddy’s Starmaker 11:50 Friends 12:20 Friends 12:45 Sony Ericsson’s Pocket TV 13:00 Channel 4 News 13:05 Supernanny US 13:55 Come Dine with Me 14:25 Come Dine with Me 14:55 Come Dine with Me 15:25 Come Dine with Me 15:55 Come Dine with Me 16:25 Countdown 17:10 Deal or No Deal 18:00 10 Years Younger 19:00 The Simpsons 19:30 Hollyoaks 20:00 Channel 4 News 20:55 4thought.tv 21:00 How to Look Good Naked 22:00 Newlyweds: The One Year Itch 23:00 Big Brother 24:15 The Big Bang Theory 24:40 My Name Is Earl

08:00 Childrens TV 10:15 Igam Ogam 10:25 Olivia 10:35 Mio Mao 10:45 Nick Baker’s Weird Creatures 11:45 Trisha Goddard 12:45 CSI: Crime Scene Investigation 13:40 Five News 13:45 House 14:40 Don’t Stop Believers 14:45 Neighbours 15:15 CSI: Crime Scene Investigation 16:05 Vinegar Hill 18:00 Five News 18:30 Neighbours 19:00 The Boss Is Coming to Dinner 19:25 Don’t Stop Believers 19:30 Live From Studio Five 20:00 Five News at 7 20:30 Escape from... 21:00 Emergency Bikers 22:00 NCIS 23:00 Law & Order: Criminal Intent 23:55 Don’t Stop Believers 24:00 K-Ville

08:00 Guinness World Records Smashed! 09:00 Brainiac: Science Abuse 10:00 Oops TV 10:30 Oops TV 11:00 Pineapple Dance Studios 12:00 All Star Don’t Forget the Lyrics 13:00 Sell Me the Answer 14:00 Malcolm in the Middle 14:30 Malcolm in the Middle 15:00 A Town Called Eureka 16:00 Stargate SG-1 17:00 Stargate SG-1 18:00 Malcolm in the Middle 18:30 Malcolm in the Middle 19:00 Oops TV 19:30 The Simpsons 20:00 The Simpsons 20:30 The Simpsons 21:00 My Pet Shame 22:00 Happy Gilmore 23:45 The Real A & E 24:15 Real Filth Fighters

08:30 Motorsports Weekend 08:45 World Superbikes 09:15 FIA World Touring Cars 10:15 Athletics 11:30 WATTS 11:45 FIFA U20 Women’s Football 13:00 Athletics European Champs 15:15 Athletics 16:30 WATTS 16:45 Cycling 17:30 Live Cycling 19:00 Eurogoals Flash 19:10 Emirates Cup Football 20:45 All Sports 20:50 WATTS 21:00 Pro Wrestling 22:25 All Sports 22:30 Emirates Cup Football 23:00 Athletics European Champs 24:00 Athletics

08:00 The Fresh Prince of Bel Air 08:50 Celebs 24/7 09:00 Bulging Brides 10:00 America’s Next Top Model 11:00 RSPCA Animal Rescue 12:00 Maury 12:55 Celebs 24/7 13:00 Passport Patrol 14:00 Four Weddings 15:00 Bulging Brides 16:00 CSI: Crime Scene Investigation 17:00 Charmed 19:00 America’s Next Top Model 20:00 Bulging Brides 21:00 Dating in the Dark 22:00 Britain’s Next Top Model 23:00 Four Weddings US 24:00 Criminal Minds

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Records Smashed! 09:00 Brainiac: Science Abuse 10:00 Oops TV 10:30 Oops TV 11:00 Pineapple Dance Studios 12:00 Don’t Forget the Lyrics 13:00 Sell Me the Answer 14:00 Malcolm in the Middle 14:30 Malcolm in the Middle 15:00 A Town Called Eureka 16:00 Stargate SG-1 17:00 Stargate SG-1 18:00 Malcolm in the Middle 18:30 Malcolm in the Middle 19:00 Oops TV 19:30 The Simpsons 20:00 The Simpsons 20:30 The Simpsons 21:00 Ouch! Sextuplets 22:00 Extraordinary Illnesses 23:00 House 24:00 House

08:30 Athletics 09:45 WATTS 10:00 FIFA U20 Women’s Football 11:00 Cycling 12:00 Athletics European Champs 13:30 Athletics 14:45 WATTS 15:00 FIFA U20 Women’s Football 16:30 Cycling 17:30 Live Cycling 19:00 Live Football 19:45 Eurogoals Flash 19:55 Live Football 21:00 Boxing 23:00 Inside World Touring Cars 23:30 Superbike 24:00 Porsche Supercup 24:30 Football

Shooting Stars BBC 2, 22.30

08:30 WATTS 08:45 Shooting European Championship 10:15 Emirates Cup Football 12:15 Athletics 13:30 WATTS 13:45 UEFA U19 Championship 15:00 Emirates Cup Football 16:30 Cycling 17:30 Live Cycling 19:00 Eurogoals Flash 19:10 Shooting European Championship 19:35 Shooting European Championship 20:10 Wednesday Selection 20:15 Show Jumping 21:15 Riders Club 21:20 US PGA Golf 22:20 European PGA Golf 22:50 LPGA Golf 23:45 Golf Club 23:50 Yacht Club 24:00 Olympic Games

My Pet Shame Sky 1, 21.00

08:00 The Fresh Prince of Bel Air 08:50 Celebs 24/7 09:00 Bulging Brides 10:00 America’s Next Top Model 11:00 RSPCA Animal Rescue 12:00 Maury 12:55 Celebs 24/7 13:00 Passport Patrol 14:00 Four Weddings 15:00 Bulging Brides 16:00 CSI: Crime Scene Investigation 17:00 Charmed 19:00 America’s Next Top Model 20:00 Bulging Brides 21:00 Britain’s Next Top Model 22:00 Dating in the Dark 23:00 16 and Pregnant 24:00 Criminal Minds

08:00 The Fresh Prince of Bel Air 08:50 Celebs 24/7 09:00 Bulging Brides 10:00 America’s Next Top Model 11:00 RSPCA Animal Rescue 12:00 Maury 12:55 Celebs 24/7 13:00 Passport Patrol 14:00 Four Weddings 15:00 Bulging Brides 16:00 CSI: Crime Scene Investigation 17:00 Charmed 19:00 America’s Next Top Model 20:00 Bulging Brides 21:00 Four Weddings US 22:00 Ghost Whisperer 23:00 Medium 24:00 Criminal Minds

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tv Thursday 30 july JANUARY - 5 august 2010 15-21 2010

07:00 Breakfast 10:15 Heir Hunters 11:00 Escape to the Country 12:00 Homes Under the Hammer 12:30 Cash in the Attic 13:15 Bargain Hunt 14:00 BBC News at One 14:30 Regional News 14:45 Doctors 15:15 Murder, She Wrote 16:00 BBC News 16:05 ZingZillas 16:25 Funky Fables 16:40 Mortified 17:05 Animals at Work 17:35 Deadly 60 18:00 Newsround 18:15 The Weakest Link 19:00 BBC News at Six 19:30 Regional News and Weather 20:00 The One Show 20:30 EastEnders 21:00 Celebrity MasterChef 22:00 Mistresses 23:00 BBC News at Ten 23:25 Regional News and Weather 23:35 Deep Impact

08:00 Childrens TV 09:30 Ed and Oucho’s Excellent Inventions 10:00 Roar 10:30 Gimme a Break 11:00 Copycats 11:30 Deadly 60 11:55 What’s New, Scooby-Doo? 12:20 Diddy Dick and Dom 12:25 Ill Met by Moonlight 14:05 The World at War 15:00 Wanted Down Under 16:00 Diagnosis Murder 16:45 Flog It! 17:30 Ben Fogle’s Escape in Time 18:15 The Hairy Bikers’ Food Tour of Britain 19:00 Eggheads 19:30 Antiques Road Trip 20:00 Wainwright Walks: Coast to Coast 20:30 Mastermind: Champion of Champions 21:00 Natural World 22:00 Victorian Pharmacy 23:00 Getting On 23:30 Newsnight 24:20 Nurse Jackie 24:50 Nurse Jackie

07:00 GMTV 09:35 GMTV with Lorraine 10:25 Jeremy Kyle Show 11:30 This Morning 12:25 ITV News 12:30 This Morning 13:30 Loose Women 14:30 ITV News & 15:00 Dickinson’s Real Deal 16:00 3@three 17:00 Midsomer Murders 18:00 Britain’s Best Dish 19:00 Granada Reports 19:30 ITV News 20:00 Emmerdale 20:30 Tonight 21:00 Emmerdale 21:30 Coronation Street 22:00 Police, Camera, Action! 23:00 ITV News at Ten 23:35 Lethal Weapon 3

08:20 Big Brother 09:30 Frasier 09:55 Smallville: Superman the Early Years 10:50 P. Diddy’s Starmaker 11:45 Friends 12:15 Friends 12:45 Jedward’s Postcard From T4 On The Beach 13:00 Channel 4 News 13:05 Supernanny US 13:55 Come Dine with Me 14:25 Come Dine with Me 14:55 Come Dine with Me 15:25 Come Dine with Me 15:55 Come Dine with Me 16:25 Countdown 17:10 Deal or No Deal 18:00 10 Years Younger 19:00 The Simpsons 19:30 Hollyoaks 20:00 Channel 4 News 20:55 4thought.tv 21:00 Location, Location, Location 22:00 Undercover Boss 23:00 Big Brother 24:15 Zoolander

10:00 Childrens TV 10:15 Igam Ogam 10:25 Olivia 10:35 Mio Mao 10:45 Nick Baker’s Weird Creatures 11:45 Trisha Goddard 12:45 CSI: NY 13:40 Five News 13:45 House 14:40 Don’t Stop Believers 14:45 Neighbours 15:15 CSI: Crime Scene Investigation 16:05 Rosamunde Pilcher’s Summer 18:00 Five News 18:30 Neighbours 19:00 The Boss Is Coming to Dinner 19:25 Don’t Stop Believers 19:30 Live From Studio Five 20:00 Five News at 7 20:30 Fifth Gear 21:00 The Man Who Moves Buildings 22:00 The Hotel Inspector 23:00 Crimes That Shook the World 24:00 Don’t Stop Believers 24:05 Who Killed Marilyn Monroe?

08:00 Guinness World Records Smashed! 09:00 Brainiac: Science Abuse 10:00 Oops TV 10:30 Oops TV 11:00 Pineapple Dance Studios 12:00 All Star Don’t Forget the Lyrics 13:00 Sell Me the Answer 14:00 Malcolm in the Middle 14:30 Malcolm in the Middle 15:00 A Town Called Eureka 16:00 Stargate SG-1 17:00 Stargate SG-1 18:00 Malcolm in the Middle 18:30 Malcolm in the Middle 19:00 Oops TV 19:30 The Simpsons 20:00 The Simpsons 20:30 The Simpsons 21:00 The Real A & E 21:30 Real Filth Fighters 22:00 Lie to Me 23:00 A League of Their Own 23:30 Modern Family 24:00 NCIS: LA

08:30 Show Jumping 09:30 Cycling 11:00 Football 12:30 Swimming 13:30 Swimming 14:30 UEFA U19 Championship 15:30 Summer Biathlon 16:30 Cycling 17:30 Live Cycling 19:00 Live UEFA Europa League 19:45 Eurogoals Flash 19:55 Live UEFA Europa League 21:00 Fight Club 22:45 All Sports 22:50 WATTS 22:55 Pro Wrestling 23:25 Pro Wrestling 24:25 All Sports 24:30 Cycling

08:00 The Fresh Prince of Bel Air 08:50 Celebs 24/7 09:00 Bulging Brides 10:00 America’s Next Top Model 11:00 RSPCA Animal Rescue 12:00 Maury 12:55 Celebs 24/7 13:00 Passport Patrol 14:00 Four Weddings 15:00 Bulging Brides 16:00 CSI: Crime Scene Investigation 17:00 Charmed 19:00 America’s Next Top Model 20:00 Bulging Brides 20:30 Bulging Brides 21:00 My Fake Baby 22:00 Criminal Minds 23:00 Private Practice 24:00 Criminal Minds

Suduko Answer

Crossword Answers 562 CRYPTIC SOLUTIONS Across: 6 Fatally; 7 Moths; 9 Saw; 10 Intestate; 12 Nightingale; 15 Provocation; 17 Starboard; 19 Shy; 21 Leant; 22 Rapport. Down: 1 Pagan; 2 Lay; 3 Plan; 4 Contagion; 5 Whittle; 8 Resist; 11 Silvering; 13 Hector; 14 Brother; 16 Share; 18 Rear; 20 Spy. QUICK SOLUTIONS Across: 6 Heathen; 7 Round; 9 Woo; 10 Policeman; 12 Maintenance; 15 Reverberate; 17 Regarding; 19 Pit; 21 Bower; 22 Garland. Down: 1 Felon; 2 Sty; 3 Zero; 4 Foretaste; 5 Enhance; 8 Linear; 11 Bare-faced; 13 Nobody; 14 Develop; 16 Giant; 18 Near; 20 Elk.

Bishop bashed! The TV Round Up by

Alex Trelinski

Broadcaster and freelance journalist

THERE’VE BEEN a stream of cheeky chappies from Liverpool ranging from Jimmy Tarbuck, Arthur Askey, and Tom O’Connor through to the legendary Ken Dodd. In fact, whilst we were being reminded of Doddy’s masterful skills in a cheap ‘An Audience with…’ compilation last Saturday night on ITV1, the latest Scouser to take to the screen, John Bishop, was trying to hit the big time on BBC1. I rate Bishop from seeing his appearances over the last couple of years, but his series, ‘John Bishop’s Britain’ had a somewhat desperate feel about it. The fact that the director was constantly cutting to shots of the studio audience in hysterical convulsions as if they had been bitten by a rabid dog was a big clue that their enjoyment of the programme had perhaps been enhanced by a banned substance. It was a disjointed look at the subject of love and marriage with Bishop telling gags and introducing autobiographical sketches which linked into clips with the great British public as well as the usual quota of professional celebrities, including the vastly over-exposed James Corden. It was ten minutes of stand-up with twenty minutes of padding, and Bishop was also guilty of re-cycling stories that he has told already elsewhere. The production team would do well to watch some recordings of the peerless Irish comedian and raconteur Dave Allen, who nearly forty years ago was churning out some brilliantly themed shows with great stories and funny quick-fire sketches. At least there were some good laughs to be had on two of my favourite panel shows. ‘Mock the Week’ on BBC 2 hosted by the excellent Dara O’Brien is a genuinely funny take on topical events. The only problem that it has, is that it has not filled the gap of the acerbic Frankie Boyle, who left last

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year, with some of the guest panelists not matching up to the quality of the regulars. Meanwhile, ‘Would I Lie to you?’ (complete with an anorexic Fern Britton on the first edition) slots nicely in the old Jonathan Ross slot on BBC1, and is a good fun show, as opposed to the wretched Saturday imitation on ITV 1 called ‘Odd One In’. The talented Bradley Walsh has been lumbered with holding this piece of fodder together, but not even his enthusiasm can keep this afloat, especially when Peter Andre is one of the regular panelists. The God of washboard stomachs has little to say of any amusement on what is meant to be an entertainment programme. It therefore has come as no surprise to me that this, and the disastrous ‘Magic Numbers’ that follows, have both bombed in the Saturday ratings. Incidentally I wish to apologise for my negative views on ‘Magic Numbers’ last week. On viewing the second edition, whilst being forcibly drugged and restrained in a strait-jacket, I came to the rapid conclusion that I was far too kind to it in my first review. I do, however, recommend recording the remainder of the series, and using the threat of an instant screening as the perfect weapon against your misbehaving children or grandchildren.

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The magic of jazz

George Benson is given a lifetime achievement award

Vibes From The Costas by

Tony Poole

from www.vibesfromthecostas. blogspot.com

ENSONMANIA HIT the Costas last Sunday with an electric performance at the San Javier International Jazz Festival. George Benson played to a packed auditorium full of his adoring fans for a night to remember. They danced the night away as the hits just kept on coming, all the favourites from his extensive repertoire of pop and jazz hits like ‘Beyond The Sea,’ ‘Nature Boy,’ ‘Shiver,’ ‘Love Ballad,’ together with chart busters ‘Give Me The Night’ and ‘Never Give Up On A Good Thing.’ For the finale, Festival Director Alberto Nieto introduced the Mayoress of San Javier, Pepa Garcia, to honour George with a lifetime achievement award for his services to music and long time friendship with San Javier. He gracefully accepted an engraved plaque and traditional sail boat miniature of the Mar Menor, then delighted the crowd with a funky encore playing ‘Living In High Definition’ from his latest studio album, and his trade mark live version of

‘On Broadway’. This kind of show at Jazz San Javier fits nicely between the straight ahead jazz on offer and the blues and the rock concerts that make up the varied programme of live music every year. The word ‘jazz’ does unfortunately come with a stigma attached; that’s the way it is and the way it will always be. The jazz purists have a little moan in my ear, “it’s not jazz”, however concerts like this always attract new fans to San Javier who get an opportunity to experience the magic of the festival. Many visitors return to discover styles of music they neither knew existed or even previously considered shopping around for. For the festival organisers and myself alike, that’s ‘mission accomplished’. Last chance this weekend to visit this year’s XIII edition. Tonight (30th July) there is a varied performance of modern jazz, tango, flamenco, French musette and Latin American rhythms with Spain’s prestigious Javier Colina – Antonio Serrano Project together with guest singer Carmen Rodriguez, and master accordionist Richard Galliano returns with his Tangaria Quartet, following in the foo steps of the famous Argentine tango composer Astor Piazolla. Doors open 21:30: tickets €12. Tomorrow, 31st July, it’s the finale concert, jazz and rock, dedicated to Brits in Spain for

their loyal support over the festival’s thirteen year history. Performing are Scotland’s finest, jazz singer Carol Kidd, whose fans include Prince Charles, Frank Sinatra and Tony Bennett, together with Yorkshireman Paul Carrack of Ace, Squeeze, Roxy Music and Mike & The Mechanics fame. Doors open 21:30, tickets €15. For more information www.jazz.sanjavier.es Summerjazz recently kicked off north of Alicante with the performance of singer Eva Cortes. The festival is staged utilising historic local buildings: El Campello, Finca Villa Marco; Altea, Finca Villa Gadea; and Denia, Finca Torrecremada. Starting tonight, 30th July, the 9-piece Barcelona ensemble The Big Jamboree promise to shake things up with a night of swing and jazz dance for three consecutive nights in El Campello. Following on, the Tracey Reid Quartet plays El Campello on 6th August and Denia on 8th August. Tracey sings soul jazz with pop influences by the likes of Simply Red, Jocelyn Brown and Imagination. I posted a nice video of Tracey singing Leon Russell’s ‘This Masquerade’, Grover Washington Jr. ‘Just The Two Us’ and Sting’s ‘Fragile’ in Alicante last year on my blog. Doors open 23:00 at El Campello and Altea, 22:15 at Denia: tickets for all venues are €16. For more info, www.summerjazz.es

Full details www.vibesfromthecostas.blogspot.com plus you can find me on Facebook at www.facebook.com/tony.poole. Email news and views to vibes@roundtownnews.com

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Film titles Spanish lessons by

Jane Cronin

A weekly ‘cut out and keep’ feature helping you to learn basic Spanish for everyday needs

Lesson 118

SOMEHOW OR other at the end of the last article I got on to talking about a film title; that well known classic ‘El Bueno, El Malo y el Feo’. This got me thinking about film titles in general, which is really a whole subject in itself. If you ever go to the cinema in Spain, or subscribe to some film channels, you will quickly notice that there are some rather creative translations for well known titles, some of which seem logical, and others which are rather strange. Here are a few classics to start with. “Die Hard” in its Spanish version is entitled “La jungle de Cristal” – the glass jungle. Well, that is fair enough because Die Hard might be rather difficult to translate meaningfully. Here is the title of the old Hitchcock film “North by Northwest” in Spanish - “Con la Muerte en los Talones” (With Death at your Heels), which is perhaps closer to the action of the film than the original. Sometimes the title is expanded, as in “Ghost” which is translated as “Ghost – La Sombra del Amor” For some reason the word Ghost remains in English, but the information “the Shadow of Love” is added, presumably to make absolutely certain we realise it is a love story.

One classic translation which I have never quite understood is that of “The Sound of Music”. That could translate quite easily, but instead it is called “Sonrisas y Lágrimas” (Smiles and Tears). I think a lot of films contain smiles and tears, so it doesn’t really tell us much. Actually, this same film in some South American countries is entitled “La Novicia Rebelde” (the rebellious novice) which puts a different light on it completely, although I’m not sure it does poor old María a lot of justice. One can somewhat sympathise with the need to translate “Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid”, which is never going to mean much in Spanish. The film therefore is called “Dos Hombres y Un Destino” (Two men and one destiny). Well, you think of something better! That other great classic “Jaws” is called “Tiburón” (Shark) which you can’t really argue with. Some films do translate literally, although somehow the romance gets lost in translation. An example of this is “Gone with the Wind” – “Lo que el viento se llevó” (What the wind took away). It doesn’t sound quite as good. A film of the same era which keeps its original

title in Spanish is “Ben Hur”. The only difference is the pronunciation is something like “Benuur”. Not easy to write, but you perhaps get the idea. This trend to stick to the original title has increased in recent years. An example of this is “Batman”. If it were translated it would be “Hombre Murciélago” but that really doesn’t work. Of a similar ilk is “Spiderman”, although you will usually hear it pronounced “Espiderman”. “Harry Potter” stays as he is too, but sounds very different with a silent “H” and a rolled “rr” in Harry. It was possibly a mistake on the part of the Spanish to keep to the original title of “Shrek”; I say this because I have never yet come across a Spaniard who could pronounce it. The nearest attempt sounds like “Erreck”, rather like “Eric” really, with a different vowel at the end. Of course, famous lines from films also cross the language boundaries. I bet you can’t work out which film “Tócala Sam, tócala” comes from. My favourite one of these is “Soy una máquina” (I am a machine). I used to hear this all the time when I was talking to Spanish children years ago. It took me ages to discover that it is a quote from Arnold Schwarzenegger in “Terminator”. Now try and work out how the Spanish would pronounce Schwarzenegger.

British Legion PCN fundraising Gandia Branch bonanza THE GANDIA Branch of the Royal British Legion held their annual Beetle Drive at the Restorante II Giardino de Amanzio at Gandia Grau on Friday 23rd July. This annual event created intense interest amongst the members and whilst they were throwing the dice calling out the numbers and drawing their beetles, host Amanzio looked on in benign amusement! Fran Hull was the winner on this occasion, winning by

one beetle eye and one leg!! Amanzio cooked an excellent BBQ, served in the cool of the evening on the Restaurant terrace overlooking Gandia port: a most enjoyable time was enjoyed by all. For general enquiries regarding RBL Gandia, call secretary Cilla on 644 113 889, or for Social events: Janet on 962 865 458. Further details of the Autumn programme will be published shortly.

PAUL CUNNINGHAM Nurses would like to thank Angelique and all the staff at Los Arcos Restaurant, for organising the Spanish Night on15th July. There were dancers from Sevillana Dancers ‘Spanish Steps’. La Bambas danced the Argentinean Tango; there was singing from Lyrica Nostra and Mike Davis compered, with songs from Marie Joy. Susanna Flamenco and Zumba Cindy danced the Flamenco, and the in house band ‘Grupo Fontana’ entertained for the rest of the evening. The raffle raised over €400 for PCN! ROCK AND ROLL NIGHT Jez and the staff at the Lounge Bar hit the right note once again on 19th July, with an evening of Rock and Roll. The lovely Helen sang with the Rock and Roll trio ‘Dominos’. Rupert was superb and the fabulous Eddie Wallace back in Spain was fantastic. The old style of rock and roll made the whole evening special and €625 was raised by this special event. CARNATIONS Hundreds of local bars, businesses and individual supporters of PCN sold carnations and deserve a special and personal thank you for their support. All the monies raised are used to nurse terminally ill patients and PCN is eternally grateful to you all. For a personal receipt for monies raised via the carnations, ring Kären on 966 790 363 during office hours: 09.30-12.30 Monday to Friday - please do not ring outside of these hours as the number is then used for nursing matters. Susan Reader is on her way around collecting the remaining carnations and monies and asks for your patience please as this is a huge job. Once again THANK YOU from all at Paul Cunningham Nurses.

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Dance DJ and Producer Andy Ward ANDY WARD first gained success as a DJ in his home town of Birmingham, UK in the early 90’s. It was his legendary Sunday morning parties at The Marco Polo Bar that gained the support and following of his many friends in the second city, a following which allowed him to take an unprecedented 200+ people on a UK wide tour, playing at the then super clubs such as Cream and Love to Be. In 1995 he was hailed by Mixmag as one of ten new talents to watch out for alongside the likes of Tony de Vit, Elliot Eastwick and Gayle San. He was then invited to join Choice FM in Birmingham, and fortunate timing led him to be given three shows across the weekend on Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Once again Andy used his musical knowledge and tastes to present a diverse spectrum of music to the people of Birmingham and continued to gain more and more listeners.

As Choice FM became Galaxy 102.2, Andy was given the prime time slot of a Friday evening and competed with Pete Tong for the lion’s share of the audience in the Midlands. He has also enjoyed phenomenal success as one half of chart topping duo Soul Central. In 2005, Soul Central stormed the UK charts at an impressive debut number 6, with their worldwide smash ‘Strings of Life’. Once again, Andy found himself stepping up a notch in his career; becoming a world class producer has enabled him to cover all continents, with several worldwide tours under his belt. Continuing to release both club anthems and underground classics, Andy now enjoys a healthy solo remix and release schedule. On Friday 17th and Saturday 18th September, Andy Ward’s Vocal Booth Weekend takes place at The Montepiedra Hotel, Campoamor. Andy will be playing a major part in the event but he has many highly respected DJ

Andy Ward’s vocal weekend takes place in September

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guests appearing throughout the weekend, including Groove Assassin, Phil Asher, Grant Nelson and legend Hippie Torrales, to name a few. If you fancy a weekend of soulful dance, house and many dance floor classics, information and tickets are at www.djandyward.net

Find the keyword and win two tickets to Aqua Natura. Just listen to Davy Jones between 14.00 – 17.00 on TKO FM on Monday to enter.

Don´t forget: any Groups with ‘The’ as the first word will be the main name only... (i.e. The Rolling Stones will be Rolling Stones). First names will be used for answers (i.e. Billy Idol). 1. Which rock n roll singer had a massive hit with ´Runaway´ in 1961? 2. Which young crooner had hits with ´Never Gonna Give You Up´ & ´Cry For Help?´ 3. Name the Nolan Sister´s biggest hit, released in 1979? 4. Whose lead singer is ex Nirvana drummer, Dave Grohl? 5. Rihanna had a big hit earlier this year with a former TKO weekly Power Play. Name the song. 6. Which disco supergroup featured founder Maurice White and singer Phillip Bailey, during the height of their success? 7. Name the number one hit single, banned by Radio 1, by Frankie Goes To Hollywood? 8. Who is the singing daughter (Who had a hit with ´Stop´) of skiffle and rock n roll star Joe Brown?

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Spotlight on... Dave Knights TKO Gold Presenter DAVE KNIGHTS is the very popular evening presenter on TKO Gold 96.7FM, Monday to Friday 18.00 - 21.00. Dave’s TKO story started at the 2008 TKO DJ idol competition, a challenge to all budding DJs to appear live and fight for the title of ‘TKO DJ Idol’. Dave made it through to the final, which took place on his 50th birthday. Although most of the other finalists were in their 20s and 30s, playing dance and Top 40 singles, Dave stuck to his guns and played the music he loves from the 60s, 70s and 80s. Although Dave didn’t win the contest he made an impression on the judges and TKO management and a few weeks later received a call from The TKO Media Group asking if he would like to try presenting some shows on TKO Gold. It wasn’t long before Dave was offered his own show, taking over the Sundowner’s Show, from 18.00 to 21.00. It is now two years on and Dave still can’t wait to get into the studio and play

the music he loves so much. Last week Dave said, “I still get a buzz when I take the hot seat and the interaction I get with listeners means that each show is different and, as they often ring in for requests, the music meanders nicely through all genres and decades. I would like to thank TKO and all the listeners for making a dream come true. “ Dave is a very popular DJ on TKO Gold and is also available for events and parties. If you would like to talk to Dave about appearing at your function you can call the studio between 18.00 and 21.00 on 966 720 473 or email music@tkofm.com

TKO are out and about at a venue near you very soon! SATURDAY 7TH AUGUST FROM 21.00 – LA MARINA Andy James’ Old School Disco at La Bodega Restaurant, La Marina! Everyone is invited to the party with free buffet and fireworks at midnight. Andy will be playing all your favourite tunes, plus appearances from the TKO DJs. SATURDAY 14TH AUGUST – LO CRISPIN TKO DJ’s will be compering and playing all your favourite music at the Lo Crispin Charity Fun Day. It all starts at 16.00 with the Torrevieja Pipe & Drums, and there will be a full entertainment programme throughout the evening from local artists and groups. All money raised will be split between two local Algorfa charities. It all takes place in the grounds of Urbanisation Lo Crispin, Algorfa, just off the motorway roundabout, near Quesada. Everyone is welcome to what promises to be a great day for all the family. SATURDAY 28TH AUGUST – CAMPOAMOR BEACH TKO will be joining Sol TV at the 2010 Bikini Bash on the beach at Campoamor. More details, location and information on how you can take part will be broadcast on TKO FM, Sol TV and here in the RTN very soon.

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Edible flowers by

Clodagh & Dick Handscombe Practical gardeners and authors ONE OF the delights of a well stocked seasonal garden is the number of garden flowers that are edible and can be added to garnishes salads and drinks etc., provided you use ecological sprays in the garden and low plants are not fouled by cats or dogs. FLOWERS FOR INCLUSION IN SALADS The obvious ones are fresh young broccoli and cauliflower and also those from nasturtium plants, the seed buds of the latter also being added as substitutes for capers that we have failed to grow in our part of Spain. If you are lucky enough to have a caper plant then use the real thing. When rocket starts to flower, we cut off the flowering tips for inclusion in salads which slows down their going to seed. From the herb garden, the flowers of pineapple sage, chives, garlic, thyme, basil and rosemary add flavour and colour. When we visited Cuba for an informal study tour of organic gardening practices some years ago we were entertained to a salad of hibiscus flowers at the end of an edifying tour of the botanical gardens outside Havana. They now grace many of our summer and autumn mixed salads as have rose petals. Viola flowers are also popular in Spain and are often seen sealed in plastic containers in top class greengrocers. Lemon and orange flowers are also edible.

FLOWERS FOR COOKING Sunflower buds can be steamed like globe artichokes. Courgettes, pumpkins and squashes produce many flowers but only the female flowers produce fruit so why not pick and add the male flowers and stuff them with a spicy meat or fish filling before steaming or baking for a delicate dish. Naturally broccoli, Romanesque and cauliflowers are favourite winter possibilities. Come the spring, globe artichokes which are in fact flower buds, become available. The flowers and seeds of many herbs such as anise, oregano, coriander, dill and fennel are useful flavourings. In some households, marigold flowers are used to flavour and colour soups and rice dishes, no doubt from the days when many could not obtain or afford saffron. And don’t forget that the invaluable and expensive Spanish flavouring saffron is the dried stamens of autumn crocus flowers. FLOWERS FOR INFUSIONS Popular infusions include the tips of lemon verbena, including the leaves and flowers, spent passion flowers, rosemary flowers and leaves, fennel flowers and seeds, mint flowers and leaves, hibiscus flowers – a refreshing summer drink, and of course jasmine, the basis of jasmine flavoured teas. FLAVOURINGS FOR KOMBUCHA The several thousand year old Asian health drink is now becoming popular in Spain, including in our household It is easy to prepare and very much less expensive than buying in bottles from health stores. The basic green tea recipe can be enhanced by the addition of elderflowers found alongside inland rivers to give it a champagne-like effect.

Orange flowers are edible FESTIVE USES FOR FLOWERS Rosemary and lavender flowers soaked in brandy make an excellent filling for seeded grapes before covering them with chocolate to produce homemade after dinner chocolates. The flowers, fresh or sugared, can also be used to decorate the tops. Thinking of sugared flowers, remember the sugared violet flowers that used to be used for cake decorations? Well violets do grow in sheltered semi shaded spots of Spanish gardens. Pansies, viola and citrus flowers can also be candied. Remembering the rose water produced in vast quantities in Morocco, we recently made some subtly rose flavoured ice cream. If you live inland or in northerly climes, you may be lucky enough to live near an elderberry tree or even have one in the garden. How about making home made elderberry flower champagne, a favourite activity of Clodagh before coming to Spain. When we visited Cazalla de la Sierra inland from Sevilla, we were reminded that the local Cartesian monasteries used to make a local version of Chartreuse using carnation flowers. No doubt there are others that we don’t as yet use or have forgotten.

SUMMER BOOKSIGNING FOR APARTMENT OWNERS On Friday 6th August Clodagh and Dick Handscombe will be doing a book signing for their latest book ‘Apartment Gardening Mediterranean Style’ at the Bookworld shop in Javea shop which is opposite the town Mercadona and parking. This book is written to help you create colourful, interesting and productive apartment and town house terraces, balconies and windowsills. They will be in the shop from 11.00 to 14.00 to autograph books, solve your gardening problems and present the following demonstrations: 11.15 Designing interesting window boxes 12.15 Growing fruit and vegetables in small spaces 13.15 The redesign of your terraces and balconies Their earlier books ‘Your Garden in Spain’; ‘Growing healthy fruit in Spain’ and ‘Growing healthy vegetables in Spain’ will also be on sale. A great opportunity for autographed books for your own use or for gifts. Some free eco products and plants will be presented to purchasers. More information from Beverley on 610 006 175.

Clodagh and Dick’s books collate their twenty five years of gardening in Spain to help newcomers to Spain, whether experienced or beginner gardeners living in houses or apartments. Found in bookshops, they are available by mail order from internet bookshops including Bookworld, Amazon and Santana Books. If you are interested in stocking them in your shop, contact Gertrud or Alan Roberts on 952 485 838. © Clodagh and Dick Handscombe www.gardeninginspain.com

Spanish Grammar Book Review by

Danny Collins

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I LEARNT my first words of Spanish as a young man – despite appearances I was one once – more than five decades ago in South America. Over the years I suppose I must have picked up the language pretty well but I’m still an occasional victim of the complexity of Spanish verbs and those niggling little prepositions. That said, I’ve learned to use the conditional and the subjunctive, often ignored by those anxious to grasp the language enough to know just what those two on the checkout at Carrefour are talking about. My point here is that without the refinements of a language, one is lost. It’s true that one should only need to grasp 60 per cent of the spoken words to understand a conversation but oh how it niggles to stand like a numpty while trying to get one’s tongue around the exact phrase or word. For all the above reasons I was delighted to find this book contains all the grammatical points I’d learnt and forgotten and some other constructions that had possibly escaped me. A contents guide at the beginning easily steers the learner to the correct page to learn the correct usage – apart from a Ministry of Defence

Emaus fundraiser A FUNDRAISER has been organized to raise funds for the Emaus childrens refuge in Benissa. It will be held on the 2nd of August at Bar/ Restaurant Chez Flow in La Fustera which will start at 6pm with stalls and a clown for the children, there will be a steel band (Poco Loco) and other local groups including MJ Lewis, Don Dimo and Paisley park throughout the evening. There will be BBQ food, raffles, three bars and lots of other fun events. There will also be a live radio broadcast from the event. All welcome.

Education Centre in Beaconsfield I also polished my Castellano among the castizo gitanos of Madrid in the ‘70s so you can imagine the odd phrase needs ironing and this, I found, was the book to do it. Quite amazing that amongst all the books on Spanish grammar I’ve reviewed over the years, this little beauty never landed on my desk before: heartily recommended. Author: Rosa María Martin Publisher: BBC Active (paperback) Price: €9.45 ISBN: 0 563 52956 6

All the featured books are available off the shelf or by mail order from Librería Europa, Calle Oscar Esplá 2, 03710 Calpe. Tel: 96 583 58 24; e-mail: libreria.europa.calpe@ gmail.com Take along or send this review for a discount of 5% on your purchases.

AECC Torrevieja 30TH JULY - An evening with Q4, Texas Ted and Raymond Jay in aid of AECC at Los Arcos Restaurante, Torrevieja 8.00 p.m. Tickets €5 from Los Arcos 965 710 289 or the AECC office. SALE NOW ON at the AECC shop in Calle La Calera, Torrevieja. Men’s, Ladies, winter clothing, summer clothing, all available for a small donation. English-speaking on Wednesday morning only. Visit the AECC English-Language Website for further information about all aspects of AECC www.aecctorrevieja.org

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Derek Workman continues his series of excursions from his book ‘Inland Trips From the Costa Blanca’ which features 22 detailed trips that lead you to spots you’d never find by yourself.

Gorgeous Novelda

‘GLORIOUS!’ ‘STUNNING!’ ‘Gorgeous!’- not thoughts that might immediately spring to mind as you drive through the mundane suburbs and industrial zones of Novelda, but those with a little perseverance will discover, hidden away, some of the gems of the Valencian Community, for which those same words will hardly do justice. Like many of the towns of the Valencian Community, Novelda has pockets of history going back to the Moorish invaders, but what sets the town apart are the splendid architectural examples of the Modernista period. For a well laid out map and a hand-full of tourist information, nip into the tourist office in the Centro Cultural Gómez Tortosa, at 6 Calle Mayor. Here you’ll get your first view of the brightly coloured, plaster and tile work and the curved and spiralling arabesques that were symptomatic of the cult of all things Eastern that became the Modernista

Novelda Santuario

style, more widely known as ‘Art Nouveau’. (Outside the building is a circular bronze plaque, announcing that it is part of the Ruta Europea del Modernismo, which, curiously enough, also includes New York, Valparaiso and Mexico City, although it’s nice to see Glasgow there, thanks to good old Rennie MacKintosh.) Like the carthorse to the stallion though, the Centro Cultural is as nothing to its near neighbour a few doors up the calle, where you step back into the lap of luxury of how the ‘other half’ lived at the turn of the 20th Century. The Casa Museo Modernista was originally a one-family, palace-like residence, right in the centre of the developing town. It was built, not by some city-slicker grandee, but by one Antonia Navarro Mira, a widow of formidable business prowess, well supported by an extensive fortune inherited from her father. No expense was spared for this ‘caso insólito’ (one-off), and the building was inaugurated in 1905 with the wedding of one of Antonia Navarro’s daughters. Sadly, the privations of the Civil War brought the building to the brink of ruination, but in 1977 CAM Bank took over the complete restoration of the mini-palacio, equipping and furnishing it from auction houses throughout Spain. On the peaceful tree-filled square of Plaza de España (known locally as Plaza Vella), the restored façade of what is now the Town Hall is a lovely example of 17th Century Valenciano civic architecture, with its sundial surmounted by a clock for those who aren’t

too good with shadows. Set in the shaded arcaded entrance are large tiled murals depicting the main industries of the area, in front of which old chaps sit chatting to pass the time of day. Even those not of a religious persuasion should have a look in the Iglesia Archiprestal San Pedro Apostol, just of the Plaza Vella. Even if you are used to the OTT decorative styles of Valenciano churches, you can’t help but be overwhelmed by this interior. Every surface is faux marbled, gilded, painted, carved and fol-de-rol’d somehow or other, and you can imagine the booming voice of the organ, built in 1692, from its loft ten metres above the pews, singing out its praises to the Almighty. Side altars have the inevitable statues of Christ, saints and Virgins, and paintings of the former’s miraculous works cover the parts of the walls not otherwise emblazoned. While some elderly gentlemen might enjoy a chat in the shade of the Town Hall, others will adjourn themselves to the Casino, a gentleman’s club and the centre of many Spanish towns, which usually had nothing to with gambling at all, other than a few hands of cards, a rattle of dominoes, or a game of billiards. Founded in 1888 and beautifully restored a century later, this splendid building is set in its own park-like grounds, the Parque de F. Rodrigueaz de la Fuente. To the rear of the building, tree-shaded gardens full of birdsong provide a dozing area on a hot summer’s day, and dab in the centre is a superb Victorian bandstand, complete with angelic harp on top. Novelda has a number of other parks and gardens but the one to head for to escape the town traffic is the Parque del Oeste, although it would be fair to say that it is a bit more than a ‘stroll’ from the town centre, but only a couple of minutes by car. Through the gaudily tiled and luxuriously entwirled wrought iron entrance, the first thing you spot is a Gaudi knock-off - an undulating, mosaic-enriched seat encircling a pond, from the centre of which spouts a bubbling fountain. It’s a pleasant saunter

Novelda parish church interior

along footpaths interrupted by bridges made from disused railway sleepers that cross goldfish filled ponds. You get the impression that a couple of buckets full of water would set all the tiered waterfalls in motion. If you want to dine al fresco there’s an area set aside with wooden tables below shady conifers, with an enormous barbeque where padres can display their skill at blackening

To discover more about Spain, visit www.derekworkman-journalist.com and http://derekworkman.wordpress.com. http://valpaparazzi.wordpress.com are random notes about life in Spain. Derek Workman’s books, Inland Trips from the Costa Blanca and Small Hotels and Inns of Eastern Spain are available from most good books shops or direct from the publisher, Santana Books, www.santanabooks.com or Tel. 952 485 838.

Novelda Parque de Oeste

chicken legs while madres keep an eye on the niños in the nearby kiddies’ playground. On weekends, the neat little fake ruins bedecked with bougainvillea provide the backdrop for future blissful memories – or matrimonial disputes – as newlyweds queue up to have their photos taken of their special day. Not a stroll at all, but a ten-minute drive from the Parque del Oeste, is the wacky Santuario de Santa Maria Magdalena. Anyone who has travelled to Madrid either by train or motorway will have seen this hilltop Gothic grossness, with it soaring twin spires (the effect being somewhat marred close-to by the television aerial clamped to one of them). While the Santuario looks like something that Gaudi cut his teeth on before getting stuck into the Segrada Familia, the building has a knobbly Disneyesque charm. Designed by

local architect José Sala Sala, it was begun in 1918 and took almost thirty years to complete. In complete contrast to the outrageous exterior, made from stone blocks and pebble from the local river bed, the interior is surprisingly simple. Light filters through arches of alternating red and clear glass panels, illuminating a minimum of architectural details. Around the walls, a series of three metre high paintings depict Biblical scenes and religious imagery, many of which include Santa Maria Magdalena, Patrona of Novelda. Despite their appearance of antiquity, they were painted during the 1960’s. Alongside the Santuario, is the Castillo de ‘La Mola’, built in the latter part of the 12th Century, which features the only triangular tower in Spain, known as, not surprisingly, the Torre Triangular.

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Worldly MANY CLIENTS come to me for guidance and I am only too pleased to work with them to make a resolve and to better show them just where they are on the elevated Spiritual pathway. Many know very well that they have to make the appropriate changes to their life now, so as to better affect a future more within their control and according to their destiny, hope and desire. The wonderful thing about the Spiritual journey is the fact that you can fall over at any time but you can also pick yourself up and continue on your way, unaided, but spiritually led. There are times, however, that warrant a helping hand; especially when there appear to be twists and turns along the way and especially when a connection with Spirit can make such a difference to the rest of the way forward. To pause with a client and to help them see just where they are is a start. Nobody is ever in the same place, whilst the Spiritual options offered mean that a prescribed pause can help my clients to better see where they may be going wrong, allowing them to subtly adjust to many stages. Here they can exercise their right to embrace their Spirituality and with renewed faith move on to just where they need to be with a little help and guidance. The process of life certainly brings us challenges and provokes our need to make moves, to look back nostalgically, and to aim ahead to maintain our balance and appear to be in control though conscious focus. Spiritual guidance allows me to see a greater picture develop for my clients. Spirit both opens and closes doors, and twenty four hours can mean so much, especially when guidance demands changes and new starts. At least with Spirit in control there is natural progression and fear is eliminated in a process of love and light. The appropriate

journey doors need to open, and sometimes the door behind you has to be slammed shut, but this is essential when finding your way ahead, and comforting when you encounter the door ahead, often with a welcoming light drawing you towards it. We are all Spirit living in a body, and we all have specific and very special needs that have to be taken into account if we are to wholly matter to ourselves. I have been told that I am capable of changing lives, but since my guidance comes from Spirit then they must have the upper hand, and they alone deserve the credit, and the applause: I am simply someone who can make that connection and who then can interpret what a certain situation needs to make it work. I have to work within the energies of my clients, and I will not let them down when my support can help them to make a difference for themselves. There is no Worldly journey that cannot be shared and enriched by the rich intervention of Spirit Guides. Many people are currently struggling with a set of Guides that need to be updated. They may have Guides who have seen them safely into this World, and these same Guides may have agreed to send them onwards towards the Spirit World when Earthly time is up, as part of the bargain. However, you may be held back by a Guide who is unable to move you to where you need to be. Just occasionally too, there are those who cannot, or will not hear the message sent to them, however loudly it may be sent. Through Spirit I can make some of the people happy for some of the time, and that is better than nothing. I do this through appointments, readings, demonstrations, workshops and services. All promise a healthy serving of Spiritual guidance all along the way, but the rest is up to you!

Love & Light... Kenny Corris

Postbag Email your letters to me at: kennycorris@roundtownnews.com Kenny, people tell me that the World is going to end in 2012. Others laugh and say it is a lot of rubbish. What is going to happen, do you think? Jay (SMS) There are many theories founded by known natural Earth and Planetary changes, and these will undoubtedly take place. We have to also take into account that there are attempts being made to use bureaucracy on our Planet and for it to dramatically change the way that we live, and some of these ideas are becoming ever close to reality. Eliminate any fear and get to know your own self, because there has never been a more necessary time for us to tune ourselves in to the resultant awakening World, and to believe in ourselves! End of the World? No, but yes, there are some exciting changes coming our way!

Kenny’s Diary READINGS AT: Bistro Maya in Albir: 2nd and 4th August from 16.30 to 19.00. Please call or email me for info. Spiritual Café Peri Pera in Javea, is closed until Tuesday 14th September. For future bookings and information please contact: Penny Smith on 687 926 021. Appointments for private readings, consultations and private parties continue throughout August.

contact kenny Appointments: 96 587 8424 Mobile: 686 361 594 Web: www.kennycorris.net Forum: www.kennycorris.net/forum Email: kennycorris@hotmail.com Please contact me for inclusion in my healing list!

horoscopes by Kenny Corris With Jupiter in Aries and actions pending with Mars in opposition to Pluto expect that you cannot, and probably never will be able to, please everybody. This week is all about making subtle adjustments that reflect on you and illuminate a way forward that’s going to be good for all. However you do have to put yourself first once and for all, and then see what happens in the scheme of things. Your passionate planetary leader, Venus, is working with Virgoan energies that are currently putting a spoke in the wheel and this is serving to unsettle your all important routine. Stress is something you need to knock well and truly on the head, since the Taurean powerbase is a sensitivity finely tuned to work without pressure. Make sure that you have cleared all options before losing your temper. Love enters into your heart, and timing is of the essence this month as you balance a busy life with what could be the start of something big. You have waited so long, and it is time to make an investment with your heart and to see just what happens, and how you feel about all of this. Eliminate stubborn pride and just be your wonderful self as passion and commitment finally come your way. You have been entrusted with a secret, but you couldn’t know that everything would move on so fast, and things start to veer out of control. Though your friendship means a lot, it is time to value your upholding of what you know is the truth. There is a story to be told here, and time will tell that story one day, implicating you, and what version of the matter will be heard loud and clear? Mercury slows down a little as the reverberations of retrograde Jupiter send a powerful message that is begging to be delivered. You are about to use your innate powers to make a very big difference, and it is about time that you took control, because nobody else could do what you now have to do. Fate and destiny sent from Jupiter combine with your need for commitment and justice. The unexpected this week brings you a very pleasant change of scenery and kindles a friendship that has previously been on the rocks. The change of heart is an action brought about by resident Mercury and the Arian conjunction with Jupiter. Things will seem lighter and more negotiable, and you are for once in the right place at the right time and in the right frame of mind to make a difference. With Mars and Saturn in cahoots you are now in very comfortable control, and it is a great time to plan your way forward, and who goes with you! Powerful energy is coming your way to give you the push inside that has held you back for so long. Say what has to be said to whom you need to say it, and clear your chest. Feathers will be ruffled, but the keeping it back has done you no favours whatsoever. A time for nostalgia and happy memories of the past as things are coming together quite nicely for you. Final sorting and the elimination of any clutter will make you feel so much better, and then you can simply love what is left! Give a positive response to an invitation you may wish to refuse, and see what happens when you allow yourself a time to switch off and enjoy yourself. With your trusty leader Jupiter in retrograde, and attached to the fifth house of Aries, avoid any conflicts that may just take you over the edge. It isn’t worth losing your temper right now, but that stored anger within could do with a speedy exit, in your own time and place. You’ll find the very best way of dealing with someone this week however, and they won’t know what has hit them! Pluto calls the shots and sees to it that you take things in your stride right now, without making commitments you may live to regret. Someone has seriously underestimated you and they may have to learn the hard way that you are not to be messed with. All this power hasn’t gone to your head but it serves surely to show you what you are capable of when left to your own resources? Neptune brings a need to examine your finances and to closely examine ways of making instant economies and tightening your belt. With a reduced income and with increased outgoings there has to be a way forward in which you get some financial support somewhere along the line. Until changes can be made, curb spending, and check expenditure at each, and every, appropriate level. The spring in your step shows you just what is available out there in the diversifying world of opportunity. A relationship problem forces you to make alternative arrangements and you may just find yourself giving in to something you saw as impossible, but now can relate to in a different way. Life needs to become simpler and you need to maintain your strength because the real action hasn’t started yet.

If it’s your birthday this week... Tune into yourself by establishing a balance and eliminating any doubts, which seriously hold you back right now. This year is all about conserving that which you love and eliminating negative and past energies!

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Computing

with aunty virus

Disappearing content

Steve from Denia asks Hi there Aunty. Love the column, which has provided lots of handy tips over the years. I have a problem which I sincerely hope you can help me with. I have a new Acer aspire with Windows 7 and when I forward an email onto someone else, the ‘content’ disappears leaving only my email address on

view when it arrives at their end. Please can you tell me the reason for this? Many thanks.

Aunty says: Hi Steve. Quite a strange one this so we may have to try a few things to get an idea where the problem lies. I do remember there was a problem with Firefox and Hotmail so maybe

Missing letters when typing

Val via email asks: Something wrong with my keyboard! It misses, jumps, and if two letters are together (as in good, food etc.,) it misses the second o! It is a new Computer that I purchased in England. I have had computers for the last fifteen years and never experienced this before. It has taken me ten minutes to type this short message. I have to keep going back to correct missing letters and it wouldn’t type the second r in correct or the second s in missing or the second s in message? Also, the space bar doesn’t always work? Aunty says: Difficult to diagnose without seeing the machine Val as this could be a Windows issue or a faulty keyboard. There are settings in control panel to set the clicking speed and sensitivity and it’s easy enough to buy/try a €5 USB keyboard and see if that resolves the problem. You maybe lucky identifying a Windows problem by testing the computer in ‘safe mode’ (press F8 before Windows starts) I have seen a lot of problems with wireless keyboards where the batteries aren’t up to scratch or the sender/receiver unit is out of range. Let me know how you get on.

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Peter via email asks: Dear Aunty, I have used Yahoo mail for nearly ten years without problems. A few days ago all emails in my inbox dated prior to July 2005 disappeared. I have never deleted or moved them. Yahoo cannot explain why this happened. Have you come across this problem? Aunty says: I have Peter and it’s a total mystery. The

fact that your messages are stored on the Yahoo mail servers indicates the problem is definitely with Yahoo. There is an option where you can untick the “delete mail after so many days” box and you may be lucky and find the missing emails in your trash folder. Alas if Yahoo are unable to provide an explanation then I’m afraid you may simply have to right them off.

try this temporary fix. From the top menu in Firefox, click on ‘tools’ and select ‘options’. Click on the ‘advanced’ button and the ‘network’ tab. Under the ‘offline storage’ section click on the ‘clear now’ button and send a test email. If this resolves the problem then try updating Firefox to the latest version or experiment with Google Chrome or Internet Explorer 8.

Unable to open a program Cantusana via the entcomputers.net forum asks: Hi, I got myself a memory stick and downloaded my family tree with the idea being I could just take this to UK with me and show it to the family. The problem is that all I get when I try to read it is a list of the folders

and files and it won’t open to view the Tree. What did I do wrong and how do I fix it? Aunty says: It sounds like you may have only copied the data files and you need to install the actual family tree program on the computer in the UK.

Windows fax service

John via email asks: Dear Aunty, I have just started to use Microsoft Outlook because I like the facility to print out an address booklet of all my contacts. However, after a few minutes of using the programme I get a message which says: “WFXMSRVR Windows Firewall has blocked some features of this programme, your computer administrator can unblock this program for you” I am the computer administrator but without the faintest idea of what sort of can of worms I may open up by unblocking this program so just delete the message each time, preferring to live without whatever features I may be missing out on. Am I missing out on anything special? I would very much appreciate your comments. I am using Windows XP. Aunty says: I think this is something to do with the Windows fax service so if you aren’t using the fax facility then you should be able to safely ignore the message and tell your firewall to allow the feature access to the internet. You should see a popup which lets you allow this program access and remember the setting in the future.

That’s all for this week, email me on auntyvirus@roundtownnews.com and I will do my best to sort you out

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Design for life by Jack Troughton ESTABLISHED FAMILY business Church Kitchens has the experience and expertise to give every home a unique heart and transform everyone’s dreams into reality. Trading on the Costa Blanca since 1988, the Benissa-based company has forged a reputation for value, integrity, and getting the job done – designing the perfect spaces for modern living. While the design and fitting of tailor made kitchens are obviously central to the business, Church Kitchens brings customers the same specialist knowledge to installing new bedrooms, studies and bathrooms. And the company also offers builders and the DIY enthusiast ‘Kitchen Express’ - direct access to the warehouse and the vast choice of beech and white carcases and doors, accessories and appliances. There is even a free delivery service within 20km. The Church Kitchens team can boast dedicated and professional members with huge experience in the home improvement market. It also employs installers who are fully competent in electrics, plumbing, carpentry, tiling and even small building work to insure a trouble free installation with a perfect finish.

CHOICE The company is fully geared up to making the choice of a kitchen, bedroom or bathroom a simple and enjoyable experience. And the team is always on hand to give personal advice regarding individual requirements and guide clients through the choices of styles, finishes and accessories that create a new kitchen, bedroom or bathroom. Church Kitchens is a licensed finance broker through Solbank and offers a number of payment schemes allowing clients to borrow as little as €300 up to €21,000. The home improvement adventure usually starts with a visit to the Benissa showroom and offices and a chat with one of the design consultants. The discussion will cover a choice of over 1,600 styles and a rainbow of colours of doors – from laminates, PVC-coated, to solid wood – cabinets, appliances, accessories and worktops, whether laminate or granite. The next stage is a home visit by the consultant to take measurements and discuss layouts and ideas. As veterans of installing kitchens, bedrooms and bathrooms, successfully overcoming awkward corners and angles is second nature. PLAN Returning to headquarters, the designer brings together all the information and creates a computer generated 3D plan and an itemised list of products used and the work needed. A Church Kitchens presentation package aims to cover the whole project so customers are completely clear about what is and what is not included. And once the order is confirmed, the company requires a 10 percent deposit or a finance agreement and a technical survey is carried out to confirm measurements, appliances and all services to be carried out and allow for a trouble free installation. The order is

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now processed and a date for the work set. On the agreed date the installation begins. Electrics and plumbing are carried out first if needed, before cabinets are installed. If a customer has chosen a granite worktop, the specialist supplier Marmolista Pedrera – used by Church Kitchens for many years – comes to take measurements and confirm designs, the granite is usually in place 10-14 days later but if required a sink and hob can be temporarily fitted. Unless a financial package has been agreed, the second ‘delivery’ stage payment will have been made at the beginning of the installation process. However, the ‘installation’ payment will not be due until a client is completely satisfied. SIGN Finally, when the work is complete the designer returns to discuss any queries and make sure everything has been carried out to Church Kitchens’ high standards. Only when the designer and the customer are in agreement and completely satisfied is the job signed off. For bedrooms and studies,

the company designs made to measure units in any style, using the same doors utilised in kitchens – offering the same huge range of style and colour. Church Kitchens offers the same attentive and professional step by step service beginning with the designer and the company currently works with Difasa, a leading supplier of quality bedroom and study furniture to construct a beautiful and practical living area. And the company has installed thousands of bathrooms over the years, ranging from basic to luxurious but again underscored with the same commitment to quality of service and fittings. At present, Church Kitchens works mainly with Roca products, which enjoy a worldwide reputation for quality. Thinking of making home improvements specifically designed around individual needs? Visit Church kitchens and its showroom at Avenida Europa 17, Benissa, open Monday to Friday 08.00 to 18.00 and Saturdays 09.00 to 13.00. Telephone 965 734 585, or go to www.churchkitchens.eu.com

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Age restrictions for drivers DEAR MR Deller, a few months ago you wrote of talks being held about age restrictions for drivers on public roads. What is the latest, please? Gethin Jones, Murcia (a long way from the valleys but loving it) You are correct about the talks in

by Brussels and throughout Europe that

Brian Deller

have been in-session on and off for over a year now about some sort of Author of restriction on the maximum age we can Motoring in Spain be allowed to hold a driving licence. It has just been announced that Italy has a Bill before its Parliament to stop anyone driving on public roads when they reach the age of 80. Many at 80 are still very ‘compos mentis’. I do approve of regular strict medicals to prove they are still competent, but we have those in Spain already. Why am I concerned? My next birthday is 73, so not long to go... Now I do not have the accident statistics for Italy but just about everywhere else. The most risky ages are from 18 to 35 years, according to official statistics, so can there be any good reason for such a move everywhere else? I think not, for it is downright discriminatory and I have driven with drivers of 80 plus who have

been very competent; I have also been with drivers of 30 to 50 and been glad to get out of the car with wobbly legs; the last one being a lady taxi driver here who took us to Malaga Airport. The acknowledged dangerous ages are younger, so why axe the older and much smaller group? I believe that it is the intention of the EU and governments to get as many drivers off the roads as possible. WHAT CAN WE DO ABOUT IT? MPs exist to be voted in again, so Spain must object with an organised letter and internet campaign. Watch this space but if it goes through in Italy, other EU countries will be following the same path if we allow them to. The roads are very busy again with holiday makers who seem determined not to return home after their accidents so be careful out there. If you see anyone getting into a car to drive it and they are obviously very drunk, do the bright thing and take their keys. IN ANSWER TO MR SOUTHGATE ABOUT ILLEGAL CARS ON FOREIGN PLATES The rather insulting correspondent, on the letters page in RTN, Mr (reverend) Harry Southgate recently

Italy are looking to stop over 80s from driving

disputed the need for foreign plated vehicles owned by foreign residents in Spain needing to be changed to Spanish plates. The tone of the letter would infer that he himself is one of the law-breakers, frustrated that he has to go through this procedure to avoid the indignity and cost of being caught and fined and given (usually) 30 days to change the vehicles’ plates. Mr Southgate – you ask for proof that this is indeed so: well I have that proof several times over, the last example a Brit, a neighbour, (name withheld for obvious reasons), who had his private UK-plated car with estate agent’s advertising all over it, with local addresses and local telephone numbers on a UK-plated car. He had driven like this for 2 years. When he was stopped

at a road-block and told of the error of his ways, he was fined €300 and given 30 days to get the plates changed; which he did. I receive emails regularly from people with similar problems. Many expats take their move to Spain seriously and read up the correct information available from other reputable sources here, in English. Incidentally, while we may drive foreign-plated cars throughout Europe for limited periods the vehicles must all be legally registered, insured and mechanically sound and all taxes paid in the country of registration, so anyone driving around with an out-of-date or missing Road Fund tax receipt, beware. I will leave it to the readers of this newspaper to decide who the real ‘idiot’ is.

There is much more detailed information on all motoring subjects in my book. Brian Juan (John) Deller, Malaga, author, ‘Motoring in Spain’ www.spainvia.com

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The new Audi A7 EMOTION-PACKED design, sporty character and innovative technology: Audi is targeting a new market segment with the A7 Sportback. The large five-door model with the dynamically accentuated rear end brings together the best of three worlds: the sporty elegance of a coupe, the comfort of a sedan and the practicality of a station wagon. The A7 Sportback is pure hightech. Its body is very lightweight thanks to numerous aluminum components. The elegant interior shows a craftsman’s level of

workmanship. The four V6 engines combine refined power with groundbreaking efficiency. The 3.0 TDI with 150 kW (204 hp) and multitronic has CO2 emissions of just 139 grams per kilometer (223.70 g/mile). The sporty chassis comes with new solutions, such as electromechanical power steering. When it comes to assistance and infotainment systems, the luxuryclass coupe exhibits all of the innovative power expected of Audi. With the A7 Sportback, which will be rolling into dealerships in the

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The Audi will be available in the autumn

autumn at a base price of €51,600, Audi is taking up a new design line representing elegance on a grand scale. The five-door coupe is 4.97 meters (16.31 ft) long and 1.91 meters (6.27 ft) wide, but only 1.42 meters (4.66 ft) high. Its long hood; the short front overhang; the long wheelbase; the sportily flowing C-pillars and the sharply dropping rear create a dynamic overall impression. The five-door coupe is an aesthetic athlete with a wide, powerful road stance. Like Audi’s A8 flagship, the A7 Sportback also combines a new level of technical intelligence with logical, intuitive ergonomics and self-explanatory operation. The advanced MMI operating system with central menu button and reduced number of buttons comes standard, while one of the options is a new head-up display that projects the most important

information on the windshield. The MMI touch system combines a hard drive navigation system with the convenience of touchpad input. The online services work together with Google to connect the fivedoor Audi coupe to the Internet via the Bluetooth car phone. A UMTS module delivers images and information from Google Earth to the monitor and combines them with the navigation route. A WLAN hotspot is used to connect mobile devices. Further to the Bose sound system, the top-of-the-line option is the Advanced Sound System from

The coupe is over 16ft long

Bang & Olufsen featuring 1,300 watts of power and 15 speakers. Audi will initially offer the A7 Sportback with a choice of four powerful and cultivated V6 engines: two gasoline and two TDI units. Their power output ranges from 150 kW (204 hp) to 220 kW (300 hp), and their efficiency sets impressive new standards in the vehicle class. The new 3.0 TDI with 150 kW (204 hp) and multitronic consumes on average just 5.3 liters of fuel per 100 km, corresponding to CO2 emissions of just 139g per km (223.70 g/mile).

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MOBILE/ PARK HOMES From 15.000€ TV, A/C, TEL, some with conservatories, permanent site, pool, tennis, new lounge bar, supermarket, 5 mins walk San Javier, all amenities, 3KM beach & hospital. 7 mins Murcia airport by car. Carol 968-192-425/ 626-055-622. Email: haydn47@hotmail.com Web: www. mobilehomesmarmenorspain.com

SERVICE AIR David Higton: (Tel) 966-865-883 (Mob) 629-308-505 (Email) cool@serviceair.biz

REGISTERED SPANISH HORSE FOR SALE Stallion, 4 years old. Beautiful horse with a great temperament. Blacky/ grey, full registered Spanish papers. Well ridden. 1,63 metre, 16.1HH. Travels well in box, shoes well. Competed in in-hand shows. Call Olivia for more information 605-778-559 SMALL FRIENDLY BRITISH KENNELS individual runs, large excercise area. 25 mins Alicante airport. www. parkbark.co.uk 628-244-712

SMALL DOGS CARED FOR IN OUR OWN HOME so if you need to go away on holiday but don’t want your dog to go into kennels then we will look after them. References available on request. Call Diane and Trish: 965843781 or 622514980 (Altea Area)

DRIVING TO THE UK? English owned B&B in France close to the Spanish border. Peaceful location, ideal for your stopovers. Please ring for details: 0033-562-33-19-62 or visit website: www.millefleursbb. co.uk

VILLA CLEARANCE SALE Dining table, chairs, matching sideboard, single beds, Mountain bikes, bed settee, many other items. 696655028. SNS PROSEEDS TECK We specialise in info products for improving your business and profits like copywriting jv´s and affiliate army´s so here is my website www. snsproseedsteck.com BAR/BISTRO FOR SALE on popular lemon tree market. Excellent potencial. 88cover. Sale due to ill health. Tel:-966-180-168/655-479753 ZOCO MARKET Permanent market stall for sale currently trading as a Butchers. 6m x 4m shed. To include 2 x chiller cabinets, 1 x fridge freezer plus 2 x additional chest freezers . Owner returning to the UK. Tel Dave on 620028038. ZOCO MARKET Permanent market stall for sale currently trading as a British food store. 3m x 4m shed. Owner returning to the UK. Tel Dave on 620028038. ANGEL SOAP. Handmade Soap Business For Sale, all stock plus moulds, fragrances etc Full Instruction given, good home business Tel 966784403 or 663408023 MOBILE ECO CAR VALETING Ready to go with state of the art Steam machine for inside and out of vehicles amazing results no mess uses approx 5 litres water. Sale includes Van all tools products and training. 11,500€ Call Andy 619-559005 for details. 25 PRINGLE VENDING MACHINES With Locations. All cash, 500€ net per week. 8 hours work per week.14,900€ 965-326-442/659696-455 FOR SALE HAIRDRESSING SALON WITH OTHER INCOMES Large Salon 10 Stations plus Beauty Room. For details Call 966-784-403 or 663-408-023. 663-408-023 EARN MONEY Tax Free. See Employment Column.

ONLINE E-BUSINESS SUPPORT SERVICES INCLUDES: Promotional website marketing slideshows, banners, videos, audio files, graphics, logos, photo retouching, e-business consulting & training. Monthly fee covers hourly support and training services by email or telephone. Contact: Karla Darocas - info@Darocas.com or 648 156 066

Plans. Excellent Commissions to be earned and leads will be provided based on performance. If you have all of the above then please call Simon on 966 493 082 Previous Applicants need not apply. SAN MIGUEL OFFICE Due to expansion Millie Munro Services require and experienced Telesales person to work mornings 9-30 to 1-30 from our new office in San Miguel making quality appointments for our team of agents. There will be a fee paid for each appointment made and commission once a sale has been closed. If you are a NonSmoker, smart in appearance with an excellent telephone manner and a proven track record in generating appointments please contact Simon on 966 493 082. AVON NEED AGENTS AND LEADERS work hours to suit you. For info Phone Rosh 966-785-520 COOK/CHEF REQUIRED POSTION AVAILABLE IN LOCAL BAR/ RESTAURANT IN AREA NEAR LA TORRE GOLF RESORT. BE PART OF SMALL TEAM. AVE 30HRS A WEEK. EVENINGS. EXPERIENCE REQUIRED.693-230-630 WE REQUIRE DISTRIBUTORS and advertising Sales Agents for established Magazine. Good Rates paid for both Distribution and Advert Sales. Call 965 720 817 or 616 493 487” EARN MONEY Tax Free, Legally. 250+€ P/Week. Work Self Employed from Home, PM, with a Computor & ADSL in Sportsworld activities. E Mail: horces@gmail.com for Details. FEMALES AND COUPLES 18 to 65 required for adult internet photo and video modeling. Excellent rates. 697-697-842.

FURNITURE SALE Pine Table w/4 Chairs€50; Over-Under Bed w/Linnens & Throw Pillows 80€; Large Blue Wooden Box €30; Diving Equipment/surface supplied breathing system a three man gas powered unit by J Sink €1300 obo, Call Judy 966-717-507. 1.9M DISH Twin Invacon LNB. 299€. Humax Box 99€. 628-340-669 Moraira Area. MOBILITY SCOOTER Has Everything! Never used. Cost 3000€! Price to you 1000€ Tlf:-615-474-139 4 WHEEL MOBILITY SCOOTER Like NEW. 30Km range. 599€ HOIST with sling, hydrolic, electric, 499€. 600-866-506. WHEELCHAIR Light, foldable, hardly used, LIKE NEW. 150.00€. Tel: 627-019-403. LA MARINA FURNITURE All Furniture Bought & Sold At Unbeatable Prices. Now Also In Shop, New Linen, Lingerie, Jewellery & JML Products. Also Cars Bought For Cash. Come and visit La Marina Furniture shop on the main street through La Marina. Call Allan on 966-443-370 or 625-985-491 FOR SALE Beautiful old convertible snooker/dining table with original ivory balls. Slate base. Gd con. 2.00m x 1.10m. 750?ono. Call Andy 630949883. ALADDIN’S For quality furniture and second hand household goods at prices that won’t dent your wallet telephone 966-457-291

WEIGHT WATCHERS Call our Free English call centre now to find your nearest meeting. 900-818-794

DATEMED.ES Great new online dating site for English speaking people on the Costa Blanca. Free memberships - Join Now! www.datemed.es

NEED A WEBSITE? Websites start 395euros, free domain name, free hosting. www. websitedesignscostablanca.com Tlf:-966-182-275 ANY REFORMS, MAINTENANCE, GENERAL REPAIRS. No job to big or small. Pices cannot be beaten. Free estimates. Call Hrista 667-339588/ 965-709-203

EXPERIENCED CHEF REQUIRED for busy Restaurant in Quesada Tlf:645-200-527 SELF EMPLOYED AGENT Millie Munro Services require Experienced Sales Agents to work from home on a self employed basis. You must have a proven track record in Sales, be smart in appearance and a NonSmoker. The successful applicant will have full use of our San Miguel Office facilities including telephone, PC and Internet. You must be computer literate, have own car as well as internet and telephone. You will be selling our range of Insurances and Pre-Paid Funeral

PERSONAL TRAINER Ex-world kickboxing champion. All martial arts taught, weight loss, all ages, private gym. 965-326-442/ 659-696-455 HAIRDRESSER, EXPERIENCED IN LADIES & MEN’S HAIR Competitive rates. In the comfort of your own home or mine. Calpe, Jalon, Moraira & Javea areas. Tel Gill:-618508649 QUIRO-MASSAGE & REFLEXOLOGY Relax and let yourself be carried away by a professional in massage. You will feel really great! Come to a professional qualified in Quiro-massage & Reflexology! Appointments by consultation! 639439-890. Denia. PRESTIGE NURSING offers Legal, Registered and Professional Home Care on the Costa Blanca. All your home nursing care service needs can be undertaken by our highly trained nursing/ domiciliary team. Call Prestige Nursing on 687-015-517 JODIE’S GELS Nail technician: Gel nail extensions, gel nail overlays, gel toenails. Finishes: French, colour, glitter. Repairs. Tel: 622-244-613. CREATIVE NAILS Creative acrilic nails. You come to me (Alfaz Del Pi) or I’ll come to you (Altea Villajoyosa). Fully qualified, 15 years experience. Tel: 669-126-281.

ALADDIN’S Disappointed with offers elsewhere on Jewellery etc? Telephone 966-457-291

ZUMBA & GIRLY BITZ Fun, easy to follow, calorie burning Salsa, merengue,samba,flamenco and more.A dance fitness class that feels like a party! Beginners classes too! Javea,Benitachell & Benissa, ALL SUMMER. Call kimberley 696-746-091 or e mail info@ zumbacostablanca.com.www. zumbacostablanca.com BALLROOM/LATIN/SEQUENCE DANCING with LA BAMBA’s. Los Arcos Restaurant, Avenida Balaeres, Torrevieja, SOCIAL DANCE: Saturday 7pm-10pm; ALSO Starting 20th July SOCIAL DANCE: Tuesday 8pm-10.30pm [except second Tuesday of the month] : Classes now finished, restart 1st September 2010. Tel: Andrea 616 478 157

MINI SMOOTH DACHSHUND PUPS for sale mini smooth dachshund pups.top pedigree. lovely temperament.ideal pets. tel 965975470 or go to www. minimeades.com PINE FURNITURE SALE Top quality furniture. Flat pack or constructed. The stock includes:- Kingsize Beds, Double Beds, Single Begs, Treble Robes, Double Robes, Bedside Cabs, Chests of Drawers, Computer Desks, Sideboards, Welsh Dressers, Bookcases, Tallboys, Mirrors, Wine Tables, Display Cabinets. Tlf:628499-448. POOL, SNOOKER TABLES will beat any price. Tel: 666-933-726 KARAOKE MEDIA PLAYER “Brand New” 500GB. 70,000songs, software, songbooks, bar/home use. 275euros Tlf:-654-925-679 LA MARINA FURNITURE All Furniture Bought & Sold At Unbeatable Prices. Now Also In Shop, New Linen, Lingerie, Jewellery & JML Products. Also Cars Bought For Cash. Come and visit La Marina Furniture shop on the main street through La Marina. Call Allan on 966-443-370 or 625-985-491 FLYING FLOWERS beautiful bouquets to any UK address. Order by credit or debit card. Call Kelly’s 965-761-595/ 966-425-713

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CITROEN BERLINGO 1.9D 1999 120K A/C Elect & Tinted Windows C/ Locking Roof Rack 3500e Torrevieja Tel:-679-876-926 FORD FOCUS 1.8 TDI ESTATE 2004 Family Car Silver Metallic Electric Windows, Locks, CD Radio A/Con Full ITV, Very Low Klms 5,500e,o.n.o Tel:-966-785-048 or 609-267-648 MERCEDES B200 CDI Late 2005, Met Black Family Car 60 MPG Electric Tinted Windows, Locks, Sat Nav, Phone CD Radio A/con Heated Seats 15,000€ O.N.O Tel:-966-785048 or 609-267-648 FORD FOCUS 1.6 AUTOMATIC Trend. 5 Door Hatch, July 2005. 1 owner only, 15000kms. Fully Equipped with climate and cruise control. Light Metallic Blue. 8250€ Tlf:-600-726-221/965-687-976 www. fwreurocars.com LOOKING FOR A CAR? FWR Eurocars have over 75 LHD and RHD vehicles in stock. New and Used Vehicles sourced. Tlf:-600726-221/695-687-976. www. fwreurocars.com PEUGEOT 206 ESTATE 2002 2LDI 86000 milesRHD UK Tax/MOT Cheap tax/insurance VGC 2000e ONO 600899096 VAN FOR SALE volkswagon LT 35 diesel van in good condition with english plates offers in region of 2000euros.Tlf:-966-897-635 CHEVROLET MATIZ 2005 white LHD 5 door 70,000kms ITV Feb 2011 excellent condition 3200 EUROS Tel 649 205 255 FORD TOURNEO CONECT Combi 1.8 TDDi May 2006 Met Silver SH R/Privacy Glass Sony CD Air Con, 106k kms 5,550€ Andy 619-559-005 RENAULT BOX VAN 2.5 diesel, white 2007. Full Service History, New Condition, 67,000kms. Tlf: 628-499-448 OPEL CORSA 1.5 YEAR 1995 Ideal as a ﬁrst car for a new driver, well maintained and cared for. 3 new tyres, MOT to Jan 2011, DVD player etc. 995€ tlf 691-202-307. Altea area (close to Benidorm) WE BUY AND SELL quality late vans, cars and combis. For an instant decision phone 605-669-388/ 680-665-583

enjoy, economical prices from 40?. NEW ADDRESS Zone Los Locos beach. 639-622-285 CASA ANGELA TORREVIEJA Luxury Private Chalet, parking. Drinks invitation. Feeling alone? Just want some company? Exotic girls from South America. Call us, come and enjoy! Also Escort Service. Full discretion. Street: Avenida Asociacion Vistimas del Terrorismo. 609-573-468 or 639-832-118 TORREVIEJA CHINESE SUPER SEXY Young and beautiful. Calle Orihuela Nº60, 2º1 TORREVIEJA CHINESE SUPER SEXY GIRL! Young and beautiful. Calle Orihuela Nº60, 2º1 GORGEOUS ENGLISH BLOND 45 years, gives discreet massage, 1 hour or over night stay, 15 mins Alicante airport. Tel: Karen 662049-021

GENERIC VIAGRA safe effective 100mg blue pills 24 for 50€. Also Kamagra oral jellies, effective in 15 minutes and generic Cialis, effective for 36 hours. Conﬁdential postal or collection service. Call Ron at TT Marketing 966-499-204 BEAUTIFUL GIRLS AGE 20-35 WANTED FOR NEW LUXURY VILLA. EXCELLENT RATE OF PAY. FREE ACCOMODATION. 608-944-242 NEW LUXURY VILLA FREE PARKING, SEXY LATINA GIRLS. COME FOR A GREAT TIME. CALL 616-834-874 DAVID TORREVIEJA 24 years old, gym body, Very sexy and hot, come see it for yourself for men and couples.call me 678-179-616. TORREVIEJA TRANS Nicolly, stunning blonde, Huge breasts, sculptural body. Speciality erotic masage. Very feminine and sexy. Call me 671 42 44 56 http://www. taiakashemales.com/modelos/ espana/nicolly_escobar.shtml TORREVIEJA TRANSVESTITE Dark skin complection, Big Breasts & Big Surprise. Tlf:-610-934-279 WOMAN, TORREVIEJA New Beauty, Brunette, Slim body, special massage. Tlf:698-278-334 SPANISH LADY PLAYA FLAMENCA near new Carrefour before La Florida. 35 years, attractive, classy lady, private house, parking. Offers all erotic services, massage, sexy lingerie, economical prices from 40€. Full discretion. Call Ana 680-735-412 ELEGANT, SLIM, SEXY LADY Available Santa Pola-Mazarron. Tlf693-357-526 HEY LADIES enjoy a Spanking to Dreamy Ecstasy, NO FEES, Guardamar to Alcazares, Details: headmaster@live.co.uk” NATACHA Divorced, erotic massage, very hygienic apartment, Ourtings, mimimum 60€. Calle Goleta 26, near Avda Habaneras. Tlf:677-676-554 XXXXX PORNOGRPHIC DVD’S nearly all interests. 7 for 25€. Tel: 615-474-139 SEXY COUPLE OR SEPARATE Offers pleasure for couples, women, men, girl on girl, relaxed, discrete. At our apartment or yours. Call Jasmine/Sebastian 663-478-337 NEW PLACE! TORREVIEJA Sexy girls from South America. Come and

WITH ELEC, WATER and SKY TV. ALSO PLOTS AVAILABLE tel: 660061684 EMAIL:almondph.info@ yahoo.com WOODEN CHALET, EL REALENGO rural site, furnished, 2 bedrooms, large plot, must sell, reasonable offers considered. 664760-428

CLASSIC SPANISH OLD TOWN HOUSE CALLOSA D’EN SARRIA. 3 double bedrooms (one with en-suite bathroom), master bath, downstairs loo, new kitchen, large living room diner with real ﬁre. Terrace with bbq, summer kitchen and shower. Seperate sun terrace with views to the mountains. Recently reformed and fully furnished. 135,000€ Tel: 609-177-032. MOBILE/PARK HOMES Ready to move into on permanent site. From 15,000eurosCarol. 968-192-425 Mob. 626-055-622. Web. www. mobilehomesmarmenorspain.com

POOL LEAK REPAIR SPECIALIST’S Pipe leaks pressure tested, detected and repaired. Structural leaks investigated and repaired. 100’s of private and communal pools successfully repaired on the Costa Blanca. Refurbishments and upgrades undertaken. Replacement pumps, filters, salt systems, ph regulators and accessories supplied and installed. All work guaranteed. British trained in the UK pool industry with over 15 years experience. Torrevieja and surrounding areas including Costa Calida. Tel Pristine Pools on 966-774-199 or 678-080-500 Email info@pristineswimmingpools.com www.pristineswimmingpools.com SWIMMING POOL MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING SERVICE BY POOLTECHSPAIN. We are a fully legal, qualified and registered business who have been operating on the Costa Blanca for 6 years. We offer a professional, reliable, safe and efficient pool service, inc. re-grouting, pressure testing and leak repairs. Private and community swimming pools undertaken. Call now for more information on 965725-565 or mobile 676-945-360/ 620-743-048 www.pooltechspain. com

LONG LET APARTMENT Luxury 2Bed groundfloor Apt Benitachell Moriara, F/F in Private Villa,C/H, TV,5mins to beach etc, large South Patio,superb views. 550E p/m , services included.Telephone 646700236 CLASSIC OLD SPANISH TOWN HOUSE CALLOSA D’EN SARRIA. 3 double bedrooms (one with en-suite bathroom), master bath, downstairs loo, new kitchen, large living room diner with real fire. Terrace with bbq, summer kitchen and shower. Seperate sun terrace with views to the mountains. Recently reformed and fully furnished. 450€ pcm Tel: 609-177-032. BY LAKESIDE 2 Bedrooms, Wheelechair Friendly, Double GFlazed, Air Con, Shady Garden. 280€PCM + Bills. Tlf:-615-474-139 PINOMAR One Bed Bungalow A/C H/C Fully furnished quiet location, frontline long or short let tel 660132125 or 625257831 ALGORFA TOWN CENTRE two bedroom ground floor flat, large terrace, swimming pool, furnished 250€ per month. Ring 00447949589539 or londonangels@ hotmail.com

ESTATE AGENT MANAGER REQUIRED

for long established agency in Moraira. Must be forward thinking, ambitious and be able to work on own initiative. This is a unique opportunity for a highly motivated, experienced property professional looking to earn a high income. Remuneration is by way of substantial proﬁt share. Must be computer literate as we are highly computerized and we have 1,000 sales enquiries for the right person. This is an exceptional business opportunity for the right candidate. Tel: 615-331-445 or email: info@mpsbspain.com

CHALETS FOR SALE BARGAINS: 2BED,1BATH SINGLE CHALET WAS 15,995 NOW 11,995 2BED,1BATH DOUBLE CHALET WAS 21,995 NOW 15,995 2BED,2BATH SINGLE CHALET WITH LANDSCAPE GDN WAS 25,995 NOW 20,999 ALL ON NEW LEGAL PARK 10 MINS FROM FORTUNA. PLOT SIZE FROM 200

graphic designer

Immediate start required THE ROLE:

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THE CANDIDATE:

This role requires the candidate to have a high degree of initiative and be able to work within an experienced design team to tight deadlines. The position is based in La Nucia near Benidorm.

THE COMPANY:

This is a great opportunity to work for the largest and fastest growing Web and Print Media group on the Costa Blanca and Costa del Sol. This role is a fantastic opportunity and is most definitely not to be missed!

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DIGITAL SATELLITE SYSTEMS Largest supplier and installer of famaval satellite equipment on the costa blanca. A genuine registered company with genuine registered premises. Mon-fri 8:00- 4:30. Www. digitalsatsystems.com 965-852-251/ 965-866-999/ 965-854-528/ 966804-748 (or see our main ad in the tv section)

Now it’s even easier to place a classified advert with the RTN by using our official agents listed below! Cars, Houses, Boats, Computers find them all in the classifieds section. Or maybe you have unwanted items to sell or something to offer? Our classified agents will be happy to help you whatever your needs.

AGENTS NORTH

Round Town Travel 1, Avenida Dr Severo Ochoa, 1, Urb. El Admiral, Local 1, Rincon Benidorm, 03503, Alicante. Lisa 966 811 123 Benidorm Round Town Travel 2, Calle Gerona, 39, Benidorm, 03503, Alicante. (Next to Hotel Ambassador) Kerry/Gemma 966 813 261 Benidorm Round Town Trips, Calle Narcisco Yepes, 4, Local 8, Albir, 03581, Alicante. (Opp. Golf Course, next to Kwik Save) Lee/Jackie 966 867 294 • lee@roundtowntrips.com albir ProminenT, Teulada Industrial Est. Calle Llanterner, 2 alto, 03725, Teulada, Alicante. Marja 965 793 229 • espana@prominent.nu Millie Munro Insurance, Avenida Lepanto, 6, 03726, Benitachell, Alicante. Millie 966 493 082 • millie@milliemunro.com Michael’s Furniture Shop, Avenida Lepanto, 9, Javea Port. Cristina 965 791 328 • astorga@telefonica.net

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LARGE EMPTY VAN with experienced owner, driver returning to UK regularly. Dave: 965-329-610/ 686-767-839 MAN & LWB SPRINTER VAN going to UK- Spain twice a month. Tel: 610-846-260 or 0044-7519-186-355 email van.man@hotmail.co.uk MICK WITH HIS VAN Removals Collections Deliveries. For a reliable effective service. Hourly rate or quote. Call Mick anytime 600-247-535

AGENTS SOUTH

Bargain Books, Plaza Juan Carlos 1, Nº 2, San Miguel de Salinas, 03193, Alicante. (Opp. Tourist Info) Gaynor/Lee 688 667 389 • leeshaw.evans@gmail.com san miguel Johnsons El Limonar,JCP Commercial Center, Local 31, Los Altos Del Limonar, Torrevieja, 966 785 600 Torrevieja Johnsons Quesada, Ava. Las Naciononies 1a -17, Quesada, 966 717 848 Quesada

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SKY FREE TO VIEW Small dish & Mesh upgrades, yes back on 90€ BBC,ITV,CH4 & Lots more Also Installations/Repairs 10 years Torrevieja 679 876 926 FORGET THE REST GO TO THE BEST Crystal Clear Satellite & Telecommunications for all your digital & TV requirements Steve 660-186-505 Ros 965-584-097 www. ccsattv.com info@ccsattv.com

TURN YOUR UNWANTED FURNITURE Electrical, Houshold Goods and Brica-Brac into Cash. Anything! Anywhere! 96-531-9220 618-165-877 GOLD WANTED English jeweller wishes to buy unwanted gold jewellery/coins. To book an appointment call Peter. Instant cash paid! Member of the National association of Goldsmiths. Call 664 890 990 JALON VALLEY RENTALS is looking for properties in the Jalon area for the 2010 holiday season. By placing your property with us you receive excellent coverage in the highest ranking websites and publications. Call us now for more information on our complete, lowcommission service for short term rentals. Tel: 619642035.

Johnsons Algorfa, Local 30, Commercial Center La Finca Golf, Algorfa, 966 729 647

Algorfa The Post Room, Centro Comercial 5, Via Park III, Calle Panticosa Nº 2, Los Altos, 03189, Orihuela Costa, Alicante. Aoife/Chris 965 319 665 • aoifesweeney@hotmail.com orihuela Pennys Supermarket, Flamenca Beach Comercial Centre, Unit 123, Playa Flamenca, 03189, Orihuela Costa, Alicante. Peter/Sarah 966 733 257 • bulldogstores@live.com orihuela Print Solutions, Avenida Londres 136, La Marina Urb, San Fulgencio, 03177, Alicante. Jim/Trish 966 790 520 • jim@printsolutionsspain.com SAN FULGENCIO Interpost, Avenida de la Alegria Nº 32, La Marina, 03194, Alicante. Malika/Malcolm 965 419 673 • Inter-post100@live.com

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Villamartin Satellite Centre, Avenida Las Brisas 33, Villamartin, 03189, Alicante. (Near Supervalu, Los Dolses) . Sarah/Heather 966 764 878 • villamartinsatellitecentre@yahoo.co.uk villamartin Best Wishes, Local 30, Comercial Centre Hispania, Avda de la Union 72, San Javier, 30730, Murcia. Kathy 968 192 235 • kaffywalker@hotmail.com murcia Ononix Mar SL, Calle Mayor 30, bajo derecha, Guardamar, 03140, Alicante. Ron/Alicia 965 728 178 aliciamuddle@ononix.com GUARDAMAR

INTERPRETER cheap rates, I can help out with: Medical, Police, Schools, Admin. Call Olivia 605778-559 TRANSLATOR Spanish and English speaking. Available for medical visits etc. Benidorm and surrounding areas. Tel Dawn: 626-337-258.

GRAHAME SHEPHARD, MULTI-INSTRUMENTALIST Sax, Keyboard, Flute, Clarinet, Internationally renowned Musician, worked with many big names including Sting, Harry Sacksioni. Available for Bars, Restaurants, Functions. Qualified Teacher, private Lessons. Reasonable Rates. Tlf:687-090-652. EFFECTIVE ONLINE SPANISH LESSONS that really work www. howtospeakspanish.es 600 400 668

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Accommodation required Do you own a small hotel or Bed & Breakfast accommodation? Would you like to rent it out for 2011? We are looking for this kind of premises with 8-10 bedrooms and separate living accommodation to run retreats. The premises must have own grounds. Within 30/40 minutes of Calpe (including inland). Please contact us on

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The final whistle

Dirty deeds

Seeing red: Ferrari principal Stefano Domenicali is flanked by Fernando Alonso (left) and a clearly unimpressed Felipe Massa

SPAIN HAS enjoyed a wonderful summer of sporting success: Rafael Nadal at Wimbledon, the nation’s footballers at the World Cup and Alberto Contador in the Tour De France. However, Fernando Alonso’s win at last week’s German Grand Prix isn’t in the same bracket. Alonso’s victory was quite simply a disgrace; an insult to sport itself and to the viewing public. For those of you who missed it, Alonso was running second to his Ferrari team mate Felipe Massa when the team gave Massa a coded message to let Alonso through; this is despite team orders being banned. The dirty deed done, Massa’s race engineer Rob Smedley came on the team radio to first apologise to his driver and then to thank him for being magnanimous. On the podium after the race, Massa looked about as happy as a French footballer at a ‘we love Raymond Domenech’ rally. The race stewards certainly took a dim view of events and fined Ferrari $100,000 and referred the matter to the sport’s governing body. However, the result was allowed to stand. The BBC’s post race coverage was both brilliant and awful. Eddie Jordan was apoplectic, arguing that both drivers should be disqualified. David Coulthard and Martin Brundle were more measured, explaining that this type of thing goes on all the time, but not as obviously. This was the good stuff. They let themselves down by interviewing both Ferrari team boss Stefano Domenicali and Smedley but not asking either of them the killer question: namely ‘why did you feel the need to break the rules?’ Astonishingly, as time went on Ferrari tried to insist that it was Massa’s idea to let his team mate through; an argument with more holes in it than the road leading up to my urbanisation. The whole thing stinks and for the good of the sport, Ferrari must be punished. It’s not as if Alonso and his team haven’t got form. Talented driver though he is, Alonso doesn’t waste any time in throwing his toys out of the pram, expecting others to do his dirty work when things aren’t going right. And he obviously doesn’t understand the word ‘hypocrisy’ as only last month he raged on about the result of the European Grand Prix, during which old rival Lewis Hamilton had over taken the safety car, saying that racing fans hadn’t turned up to Valencia to watch a “manipulated race.” As for Ferrari, motor sport’s history is crammed with examples of the Italian team thinking that there is one rule for them and one for everyone else; a feeling that the FIA does little to knock back. Many pundits are now suggesting that team orders should once again be legal. But where does that leave the sport? Going forward, it would certainly be difficult to call it motor racing. As one incensed contributor wrote on the BBC web site, how about renaming it “an orchestrated procession of some fast cars driven by blokes that can’t race.” Couldn’t have put it better myself!

FC Cartagena Fishing roundup Maggots end Costa Blanca round-up

By Steve Hibberd LAST WEEK saw Cartagena players report for pre season training, probably still on a high following Spain’s World Cup victory. The club has so far penned the signatures of 4 new players. Challenging Ruben for the goalkeeper’s jersey is Alejandro Rebollo from Palencia. Defender Manuel Banos has signed from Caravaca, whilst midfielder Miguel Riau arrives from Valencia ‘B’. Finally, making the switch from Numancia, is ace marksman (we hope!) Asier Goiria. As with last season, Cartagena start

season 2010/11 with an away opening fixture in div 2a. On 29th August, they make the trip to Andalucian based Xerez, who last season finished bottom in La Liga. Then on 5th September, Elche are the visitors to Cartagonova Stadium for what should be a tasty local(ish) derby. Sandwiched between the 2 matches, is a home tie in the Copa del Rey against Madrid based Rayo Vallecano, which takes place on 1st September. Details of Cartagena’s pre season ‘friendlies’, div 2a fixture list, and more news on players comings and goings, will appear next week.

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Bellamy, although a season long loan deal may not be what the Eastlands club are looking for. Mark Hughes wants to make Manchester City striker Craig Bellamy his first signing BECKS: when he is officially named On his Fulham manager. way to Tottenham are also looking to Upton tempt Manchester City with a park? £4m bid for Bellamy. LA GALAXY midfielder David Ipswich Town striker Beckham has promised to John Stead is wanted by make a decision on his future Premiership new boys soon, the 35-year-old could Blackpool, a fee of around end his career at West Ham. £200,000 is thought to have Wigan are preparing a been agreed between the £7m bid for Monterrey and two clubs. Chile World Cup striker Also Ipswich centre half Alex Humberto Suazo. Bruce will sign for Leeds Manchester United are United today (Friday) in a keeping tabs on Danish goalkeeper Anders Lindegaard, £250,000 deal. Blackburn are ready to sell who plays for Norwegian side Australian midfielder Vince Aalesunds. Grella to Turkish giants Liverpool boss Roy Hodgson Galatasaray, with the clubs wants Aston Villa midfield seeking to negotiate a deal general Stiliyan Petrov as of about £2m. the shock replacement for David James could be on the Inter Milan bound Javier verge of signing for Bristol Mascherano. City, James has been offered Stoke City have emerged a 12-month contract with the as serious contenders for Manchester City forward Craig Championship club.

Badminton Match Report A BADMINTON match took place at Guardamar against San Pedro, consisting of 3 categories: mixed, men’s and ladies doubles, all games changing partners. In the mixed games, San Pedro won 5 games and 247 points to Guardamar’s 3 games and 277 points. The men’s round was also won by San Pedro with 4 ½ games and 247 points to Guardamar, 1 ½ games and 193 points. In the ladies’ games, Guardamar won with 3 ½ games and 238 points with San Pedro wining 2 ½ games and 220 points. The match was very competitive and the most of the scores were very close. San Pedro won the match 24 games with 758 points; Guardamar won 16 games with 708 points. Overall there was only 50 points difference in the match. GUARDAMAR Keith 191 points Colm 143 points Terry 182 points Tony 147 points Janet 187 points Sheila 187 points Gill 194 points Linda 185 points

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RODS AND REELS THE MATCH this week was the final in the Summer Championship series. This is 9 matches with the best 6 results to count. The venue was the Rio Segura at Murcia. Although there are concrete slabs put down to show the pegs, these are getting less and less ‘fishable’ as the reeds are now dominating more of the river. If the council does not start to clear these, then they will not only cover the majority of pegs, but also will stretch across the river, eventually causing it to dam up. In saying that, the fishing is very good with an abundance of fish throughout the river. TOP RODS ON THE DAY 1st Dave (Yours Truly) Hoare, fishing the pole using bread with 27.320 kilos 2nd Clive (Golf no more) Cleghorn, same method with 25.140 kilos 3rd Terry (Swing ‘Em) Screen, fishing the pole using paste with 19.540 kilos OVERALL POINTS FOR THE BEST 6 MATCHES 1st Lenny Bolton with 10 points 2nd Paul Baxter with 16 points 3rd Dave Hoare with 21 points The charity match held several weeks ago raised circa €500: an excellent effort. For all the anglers who have not handed in their monies to Derek Swann, could you please do this as soon as possible. ANGLERS TOGETHER ANGLERS TOGETHER continues to grow, with firm friendships being formed since the group started 4 years ago. Many members fish together regularly and say they are happy to have taken up a sport to replace golf for instance, which has become so expensive. We have the occasional organised outing, but the main aim is to introduce members to find fishing companions and to assist in finding the venues. It costs €10 to join for the first year and €5 per annum for each year after. If you are interested in joining or finding out more about Anglers Together, either come along to one of the meetings or contact Alan below. Email: anglerstogether@gonuts4free.com Meetings are held generally on the second Friday and Saturday of each month depending on other public holidays and local fiestas. Anyone with an interest in fishing (sea or freshwater) is welcome to come along to a meeting to see what we’re about. The next meetings will be held on Friday 10th September at 12.00 at Mary’s Bar in Campoverde (north of Pilar de la Horadada) and on Saturday 11th September at 12.00 at Los Galayos Bar, opposite the beach front, at Puerto de Mazarron. WARNING Anglers are being checked by the Police for their licenses and insurance so don’t take chances and make sure you have all relevant documents to hand. Tight Lines… Dave Hoare

SAN PEDRO Behrooz 180 Points Paul 207 points Phil 189 points Russell 209 points Sue 189 points Heidi 172 points Karen 181 points Linda 189 points

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Alicante Golf: An oasis in the city HOLE 1 458 METRES PAR 5: ‘EL CHIRINQUITO’ THE COURSE allows the golfer to get into their game with a gentle par 5 that has plenty of room off the tee to hit your opening drive. A fairly straight hole with out of bounds left and right, the second shot is the one that has to be placed accurately to ensure a relatively easy third to a green with subtle borrows. Par should be accomplished by most players. HOLE 2 332 METRES PAR 4 ‘LA CASCADA’ After the gentle opener, this is where the course starts to prove it is a challenge. Water all down the left makes players play towards the right hand bunker. Play just short of this to have the best angle of attack to a green that is full of gentle slopes that will gather a less than perfectly struck second into the water on the left or greenside bunkers right and long. Par on this hole is indeed a good score. HOLE 3 134 METRES PAR 3 ‘LOS ARCOS’ The first of the par 3’s is played from a slightly elevated tee to an undulating green that has several very challenging pin placements available. This hole usually plays downwind and providing the golfer keeps the thought of the water all down the left and in front of the green out of his head, is relatively easy to make par as its stroke index of 15 confirms. HOLE 4 463 METRES PAR 5 ‘EL SUPERVIVIENTE’ A fantastic golf hole where every shot has to be played into the correct position if par or better is to be achieved. There is plenty of room off the tee for players to launch their tee shots. The second has to be played between the water on the right and the fairway bunkers on the left that will enable the player to hit a wedge or sand iron to another undulating green that demands a well struck shot if an easy birdie is to be found. Water comes into the front right of the green and continues around the back. HOLE 5 382 METRES PAR 4 ‘EL PUENTE’ The hardest hole on the course according to the stroke index and one that anyone playing it will be happy to walk off with a par. A tee shot played just to the right of the distant fairway bunker gives the best angle into a green that slopes from back to front and runs diagonally away from the player from right to left. A good second shot has to be played to find the green in two and avoid the deep bunkers left and right of the green. The narrow entrance means that there is very little room to run the ball onto the putting surface. This is the hardest green to ‘two putt’ on and deserves its low stroke index.

Alicante Golf is a must play for all golfers from front to back. The second shot needs to be struck well to hold the green. Par will be relatively easy if the green is found in regulation. HOLE 8 193 METRES PAR 3 ‘LOS GEMELOS’ A really good par three. When the pin is tucked behind either bunker, par is a good score. The middle of the green is readily available to those who wish to run the ball onto the green and take their chances on two putting for par. This, however, cannot be taken for granted because of the severe slopes to be negotiated to get close to the pin.

between the fairway bunkers will still see a demanding second shot if par is to be made comfortably. HOLE 12 128 METRES PAR 3 ‘LA ISLA’ This is the hole that most people remember at Alicante Golf: a tee shot over water to a green that has a platform on the back right that will definitely bring the water into play that runs all along the right and to the back of this undulating green. A pin position on this part of the green and the very best players will be happy to walk off with a par. A bunker just to the left of the green means there is little or no bail out area.

HOLE 9 499 METRES PAR 5 ‘SEVE’ A long par 5 that plays into the prevailing wind: a good tee shot over the tree in the centre of the fairway will leave a good angle to leave a fairway wood shot that can be hit fairly close to the green to provide a chance to set up a wedge shot close to the pin that should produce a birdie chance. Seve’s S shaped lake, his trademark on his course designs, eats into the front left of the green and has to be avoided at all costs.

HOLE 13 399 METRES PAR 4 ‘EL BOSQUE’ A fantastic hole that is tree lined and demands a good long straight tee shot over water if the green is to be found in regulation. The perfect line is to the right hand side of the fairway to avoid the trees and the bunker that encroaches on the left hand side of the fairway: another demanding green that will test the putting skills of all players.

HOLE 6 172 METRES PAR 3 ‘EL TOBOGAN’ A par three that is played from an elevated tee to an elevated green with two distinct levels: played into the predominant wind, the hole plays longer than it looks and says on the scorecard. The cavernous bunker on the right is one to be avoided.

HOLE 10 447 METRES PAR 5 ‘EL HOTEL’ Stroke index 18 and the easiest hole on the course welcomes you to the back nine holes. A good par 5 that requires a tee shot between the two fairway bunkers that sit either side of the fairway. A wood to just short of the green will leave a wedge to a pin that can usually be attacked to set up a good birdie chance.

HOLE 7 398 METRES PAR 4 ‘EL VIVERO’ At nearly 400 metres, this is a good green to find in two. A good long tee shot to as close to the left hand bunker as you dare will give the best line into wide green side to side but shallow

HOLE 14 487 METRES PAR 5 “LAS RUINAS” A long par 5 dogleg to the left, with a bunker on the left corner to trap anyone who tries to shorten the hole too much with their tee shot. Depending on the wind, the second shot can be anything from 7 iron to a 3 wood to just short of the Roman ruins that are about 100 metres short of the green. A tricky green awaits that slopes towards the water on the left. Par is a good score on this hole.

HOLE 11 382 METRES PAR 4 ‘LA SERRA GROSSA’ Another strong par 4 that is a straight hole with an undulating green that has many difficult pin positions. A good tee shot

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HOLE 15 185 METRES PAR 3 ‘EL ESTADIO’ A par three that is both long and challenging. With the pin on the left this is a good hole to par. A right hand side pin position is much easier and is certainly more accessible with what can be anything from a 3 wood to a 7 iron off the tee depending on conditions and which tee is in use. HOLE 16 480 METRES PAR 5 ‘LOS CISNES’ The start of the toughest finishing stretch anywhere on The Costa Blanca. A good tee shot down the right hand side of the fairway opens up the way for a good second to short of or to the right of the water that encroaches on the left just before the green This is the largest green on the course and one that has many pin positions that can leave a challenging putt from even close range. HOLE 17 177 METRES PAR 3 ‘EL NAUFRAGO’ Water just left of the tee and nearly all the way down the right makes sure that the concentration levels have to stay high right until the round is over. A demanding tee shot to a green that slopes towards the water on the right. A card wrecker if concentration is lost.

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HOLE 18 341 METRES PAR 4 ‘EL DESAFIO’ One of the toughest tee shots on any of our local courses to find a fairway that seems very narrow when the wind is blowing. The perfect line is as close to the right hand fairway bunker in the distance. This leaves the whole of a very undulating green open to accept a well struck iron into its heart. Fool with a front left hand side pin position at your peril: a classic finish to a fantastic golf course. SUMMARY Alicante Golf is rightly seen as a challenging golf course by all who play it. A demanding but fair course that is not over long but places an emphasis on playing smart golf and not one that can be over powered by the big hitters. Always in pristine condition, this is a course where every player is made to feel at home thanks to the excellent attitude of the staff, who are always friendly and courteous. Guaranteed to be one of the most enjoyable experiences of golf on The Costa Blanca, Alicante Golf is a must play for all golfers.

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Torre Golf at Las Why use a third party? FC Colinas: Tuesday 20th July Noel’s world of golf By Noel Eastwell Professional coach and RTN golf expert 639 730 891

ALL OF the local golf courses we play in our part of Spain rely heavily on golf societies for their income. The golf course managers and staff also rely on the representatives of the various golf societies for information regarding the feelings and concerns of the golfing public. This is an important method of feedback for the golfing public at large and one that should be kept alive and strong. There is concern amongst many clubs that the day to day contact with the society secretaries is being eroded because so many societies are using third parties to arrange their bookings in the mistaken belief that they are getting a better deal this way. The golf clubs are telling me a different story and want to retain the happy and successful relationships that have been developed over many years. They want to deal directly with the societies in the way they always have. This is important to all of us. The vast majority of expatriates play their competitive golf in a society environment; it is important that their feelings and concerns are passed to the clubs’ management. There is no better way than face to face dialogue with contacts at the golf clubs; they appreciate dealing with the people who really know the concerns of the golfing public. I can understand that some golf societies feel they are getting a better deal and doing less work by using an agent to do their bookings for them. The secretaries at the societies are letting their members down by taking such a view. Many of the golf clubs give discounts for larger numbers and some give free playing places to captains or secretaries or in some cases both. These free places are a good way of further reducing the cost of golf to the society members if the free green fees are spread about the society. All elected officials of all organisations have a duty to do their best by their members and were elected on that understanding. Maybe some need to take a step back and think if they are really doing the best they can for the

people who elected them. There is also a duty to think long term: what happens when the agent disappears as so many do after a few short years here in Spain? Only by dealing direct with the golf clubs can the long term good of the golf society be preserved. They must remain independent and develop close relationships with the golf clubs. That way, every golfer can benefit. Through dialogue I have had with the golf clubs, deals can be reached that will see golf societies pay no more than they pay to agents and in very many cases they can pay less. Remember, loyalty goes a long way with our Spanish hosts.

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A NEW season, and our first visit to the new course Las Colinas and what a great day! We had prizes totalling over €100. The weather, it has to be said, was a little warm but the course lived up to all its expectations and how our members enjoyed it all. Just as well everyone had course planners on the day and BUGGIES with ice buckets and water because it can be a very long walk. We will be back, sooner than later... RESULTS FOR THE DAY NEAREST THE PIN Hole 7 Malcolm Harrison Hole 10 Trevor Hodgson Hole 14 Mick Gossage Best Guest: now a signed up member - Ray Pollock. Category 1 1st Mick Gossage 2nd David Rae Category 2 1st Karen Matthews 2nd Keith Mann Category 3 1st Brian Monty 2nd Bob Minnican OVERALL 4th Keith Mann 30 points

3rd David Rae 2nd Karen Matthews, on count back, 32 points 1st Mick Gossage, with 41 points. Well done Mick but you are now severely cut and will now play off 14.5 starting at our next venue which will be El Plantio, our home course, Tuesday 10thAugust. Enjoy your football at the VG Stadium, courtesy of your winning season ticket. So if you want to join our increasing members to support our football team, FC Torrevieja, through our association with FC Torry fans, and have a great time with plenty of fun on and off the course, like our Caribbean Party Night on the 3rd August and our Golf Dinner on the 13th September, give our president David Winder a call on 626 774 157 or email him at davidwinder.torregolf@gmail.com Hopefully we should have the web site up and running very soon: watch this space!