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Planting a growth mindset By Matthew Farrell mokoroa Point School principal Vicki Knell says it’s time to go. She can rightly feel she is retiring on a high, having bested the roll growth challenges of recent years. “As a friend once told me there are only two types of All Blacks coach: those on the way up and those on the way out. I feel as if I’ve been riding a 50ft wave scoring a 9.5 and I don’t want to feel like I fell off the surfboard,” she says. The new senior teaching block is perhaps the jewel in the crown; the latest in a long line of property maintenance projects. These have included the relining of the swimming pool and resurfacing of the tennis courts, the creation of the covered outdoor theatre space and a raft of classroom redevelopments. The self-styled “Best Little School in the Bay” has gone through refurbishments to what are now known as Rooms 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5. The former library was converted into classroom 5L. There was also the crucial development of the Whare Manaaki multipurpose space from the old Rooms 1 & 2, which the Ministry of Education had wanted to demolish. One of Vicki’s first jobs was to rename all of the classrooms, as they used to be numbered in the order the buildings had arrived on site, rather than the progression of children through the school. Vicki taught at Maungatapu from 1989 to 1997 before coming to OPS as the fifth teacher and Deputy Principal in 1998. She taught Years 5 and 6. That year, the roll grew from 120 to 135. In 2004, Vicki took over teaching Years 7 and 8. In 2011, young Jack Farrell became the 200th child to enrol at OPS, under then principal Hugh Smith. Vicki became principal in 2013. Fast forward six years. In 2019, OPS began the year with 272 on the roll and ended up with 309. This year, the initial 280 has already become 301. There has been a 50% roll growth in just eight years. When I caught up with Vicki she apologised for a croaky voice, having been singing up a storm with the kapa haka children. “It’s hugely rewarding if you open yourself up to opportunities in the community. It’s satisfying to forge those networks and relationships. I have a genuine love for children and supporting learners with their quirks. You’ve got to be a person who wants to lead a team, to recognise and grow the strengths of others. You’ve also got to love paperwork and systems and working alongside the Ministry to get the best deal for our children,”

she says. “This school has been fortunate to have long-serving principals Colin Pettigrew and Hugh Smith. I’ve been building on a really great platform. It’s important to acknowledge what has gone before. There are still people with long associations like Cushla in the office, who arrived here just a year after me. “I think 11 to 13 is a special age, when most children start to feel strongly about a sense of fairness as they

view the world around them. They start to build a social conscience and realise they can make a difference. Our trips to Northland and Wellington set them up with great memories and instill in them what it means to be a New Zealander.” Vicki pays tribute to the Boards of Trustees, teaching and support staff and PTAs of her tenure and is happy to be handing over to Sandra Portegys - of Maungatapu.

Former OPS pupil Tom Presland returns to plant his gift of a kauri with Vicki, after being inspired by the native trees on a school trip to Northland.

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’d like to address a potential problem with the Ōmokoroa cycleway and the associated walkway that runs parallel to Myrtle Drive. Whilst the cycleway is, without doubt, a great asset, more cyclists are using the walkway as a cycle track. The walkway is not part of the official cycleway and comprises a grass track which is extremely popular with walkers. The Community Board will be aware the edge of this walkway is potentially unstable and in places crosses the designated fault line. There have been many slips over the years. This danger has the potential to be exacerbated as more cyclists and even occasional motorcyclists use the route. The Western Bay description of the Cycleway is that ‘it starts at the southern end of The Esplanade’ and does not include the walkway. So, why have signs been erected at the Crapp Reserve, Bramley Drive, Walnut Grove Reserve and Ruamoana - advising cyclists to give way to pedestrians? During the winter months, there is the likelihood of erosion and damage to the grass, especially where the width is reduced. Evidence can already be seen at

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The Western Bay of Plenty District Council has received the following application from JACE Investments Limited for a resource consent – non complying commercial zoned mixeduse “town center” development including office, retail/commercial precinct, medium density residential units and apartments and visitor accommodation.

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The application can be viewed via Councils website; www.westernbay.govt.nz located under District Plan and Resource Consents called “current applications”, or at the Katikati and Omokoroa offices. If you have any questions relating to the application, please contact the Senior Consents Planner, Ms Anna Price. Submissions: A submission form (Form 13) is available from the Western Bay of Plenty District Council offices, Council website or please contact the Duty Planner. The closing date for submissions is Friday 17th July 2020 at 5pm. Due to the circulation date of the Omokoroa Lizard occurring on 1 July 2020, Council notes the notification period of 20 working days has Statutorily commenced on 19 June 2020 Any person may make a submission on the application, but a person who is a trade competitor of the applicant may do so only if that person is directly affected by an effect of the activity to which the application relates that: a. adversely affects the environment; and b. does not relate to trade competition or the effects of trade competition. You may make a submission on this application, by sending an electronic submission or written submission to: consentsadmin@westernbay.govt.nz or Chief Executive Officer Western Bay of Plenty District Council Private Bag 12803 Tauranga 3143 A copy of any submission must also be served on the applicant whose address for service is: Momentum Planning and Design Ltd Attention: Richard Coles 3 Harington St Tauranga 3110 Miriam Taris Chief Executive Officer 5602a

Cooney Reserve car park, where there is a furrow churned up by cyclists not following the track. This is as unsightly as it is potentially dangerous. I speak on behalf of residents whose properties adjoin the walkway and would ask that as a matter of urgency the signs encouraging cycling on the walkway be removed, and replaced by a warning that it is not part of the cycleway. I ride a bike as well, but our walkway must be preserved. Dave Woodhouse, Ōmokoroa.

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ouncil is aware there are both cyclists and walkers using the reserve between Myrtle Drive and Bramley Drive – and that there is some conflict of use. Council is taking a pragmatic approach to this situation at this point in time and will not be using any enforcement measures to stop cyclists using the reserve. Staff are monitoring the impact that the increased use by cyclists is having on the reserve, particularly in light of the increased presence of E-bikes. Staff will also be monitoring the impacts of this use and will be considering options to remediate any wear and tear. This will be done on a case-by-case basis. As you can imagine, it is not possible to monitor every person using this reserve, therefore by default it is being used by everyone (cyclists and pedestrians). The signage will remain as it serves to remind cyclists to expect pedestrians to be using the reserve. It is a matter of respecting everyone’s use of this asset and there is the expectation that common courtesy prevails between users. Council welcomes the use of its reserves for walking and cycling as it enhances the wellbeing of everyone if they have access to these facilities. People of all ages using this particular reserve to socialise and keep fit and healthy.

Peter Watson, Reserves and Facilities Manager.

A concerned ratepayer

e have great news daily that NZ is hopefully shaking off and bringing to a finality, this world disaster we have been caught up in. What a scandal it is that our beloved

Council is still adamant to increase our rates. The majority of the population are feeling the pinch one way or another, whether it be job loss, fewer hours, or wage reduction. Back in 2016, when the Mayor went into office, he declared he was the man to hold rates and put realistic thoughts into running the Council. It appears in his second term he is more determined than ever to upset ratepayers. Ratepayers in the Western Bay cannot suffer this rate fate and would be hit harder than ever if it went ahead. We don’t need the whims and wants of some people at present, and at least rate increases can be delayed or cancelled until Western Bay can well afford “nice to have” unnecessaries by the few who want them. This also applies to the proposed rubbish collection. Why fix what’s not broken? At Katikati, our recycling centre works well. Finally, does the Council realise the revenue it wants from the government for other projects is taxpayer-funded? Does Council want two bites of the cherry or are you double-dipping? C’mon Council. Ewen Luskie, Katikati.

(Editor: For Council comment on rates, see Page 3).

Water and waste

e were made to pay an extra amount of money each year in our rates to cover the cost of the sewage installation. As I remember this was for a period of nine years. It seems to me that the nine years is well up, or am I losing my marbles? One other thing that I was thinking about is why are we putting up with the Ōmokoroa Green Waste being open on only two days of the week, when Katikati has their waste going full time?

Peter Alford, Ōmokoroa.

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he Ōmokoroa Lions Market held at Western Ave is cancelled over the winter. A notice will be posted when we resume in the summer. For any further information please ring Brian 548 0933.

Rosemary Searle, Ōmokoroa.

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Decrease in residential rates for District ore than 60 percent of Western Bay of Plenty ratepayers will receive a decrease in their rates as part of Western Bay of Plenty District Council’s Annual Plan. Council adopted its 2020-2021 Annual Plan on 25th June, approving a 1.98 percent increase in total rates collected. As usual, some properties will have a greater increase than others, depending on their location and changes to the costs of the services they receive. However this time around, there is also the effect of the three-yearly District revaluation done in late 2019. The valuations of capital and land value affect the share of rates each property pays. Overall, 61 percent of ratepayers District-wide will receive a decrease in their rates bill compared to 20192020. Within this 61 percent, 70 percent of residential ratepayers will receive a decrease along with 54 percent of rural ratepayers (including horticulture and farms). Thirty-seven percent of ratepayers District-wide will receive an increase in their rates bill. For the majority of those ratepayers receiving an increase, it will be an increase of less than 3 percent. Western Bay Mayor Garry Webber says this Annual Plan takes into consideration both the impact of Covid19 on the economy and household incomes and the ability for Council to deliver public services to the District post-pandemic. “It is pleasing to see more than half our ratepayers receiving a net reduction in their rates demand compared to 2019-2020. “At the same time, we have worked hard to look at where savings can be made to strike a balance between helping our communities get though the difficult times ahead and ensuring Council services and upcoming projects can continue.” The Annual Plan sets out what Council intends to do over the next 12 months, the projects planned and what they will cost. For the 2020-2021 year there are no big changes

from what was outlined in the 2018-2028 Long Term Plan (LTP), which is a road map and strategy for the coming three years, which looks as far out as 10 years ahead. In the coming year (1 July 2020 – 30 June 2021) Council will collect $66.50m in total rates. This comprises of District rates ($40.86m); community board rates ($0.42m); water treatment and supply ($6.41m); wastewater ($11.45m); stormwater ($4.73m) and other targeted rates ($2.63m). Items included in the 2020-2021 budget that contribute to the rates increase of 1.98 percent are: $1.03m for the continuation with the seal extension programme across the District, $1.5m for waste water treatment plant improvements, $900,000 support for community groups including Tourism Bay of Plenty,

Katch Katikati, and Te Puke Economic Development Group, and $200,000 for Waihī Beach’s Island View Reserve playground and development. Alongside this, Council is implementing a range of operational savings. “We’re doing what we said we would by delivering on the promises made during the last LTP,” explains Mayor Garry. “Where appropriate, we have made some minor changes to our capital works programme and budget that reflects our decision to minimise the impact of Covid-19. “At the same time we’re accommodating as best we can feedback from our communities asking for service improvements.” To view the full Annual Plan document visit: www.westernbay.govt.nz/annualplan2020-2021

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Save The Old Library Building On McDonnell

S.T.O.L.B.O.M. s the new Sports Pavilion in Western Avenue nears completion, and with it the relocation of Ōmokoroa Library, it has been suggested the existing library in McDonnell St be retained as a community resource. Suggestions for use include visitor information, local history and cultural information, meeting facilities for small

groups, craft and art exhibitions and workshops, and possibly, the inclusion of a satellite for the Katikati Digital Hub. A meeting was held on Saturday 13th June, attended by 11 residents, to discuss the retention of the building. Basically, it’s for the community by the community. The possible uses are end-

Some Ōmokoroa residents keen to keep the library building for community use.

less. As our population grows, there is a need for more amenities, not fewer. Once gone, we’ll never get them back. The group is certainly not against the new developments - in fact, keeping the building enhances the area. A formal request will be made to Western Bay of Plenty District Council to allow the building to remain in the pub-

lic domain and devolve management to an incorporated society, in the same way the Settlers Hall and other Councilowned halls in the region are managed. For this to happen, the concept needs to be included in the Long Term Plan and put out for public consultation. This will help measure the support in the community for this amenity. Heather Reynolds, the spokesperson for the group, believes that this amenity would be invaluable to the ever-increasing population of Ōmokoroa. The library building would provide an excellent location for residents and visitors alike to learn more about the community, its history, culture and past development. Initial conversations with many local voluntary groups have yielded great support for the idea, and it is important we liaise with Council to ensure they are aware of what is hoped to achieve. Ōmokoroa has a strong community spirit and the provision of a central, volunteerrun, cultural and visitor centre would be invaluable for new residents, as well as established to consolidate and display local information. Watch the public noticeboards for the posters in orange, show your support by putting pen to paper, fingers to the keys or just phone. For further information, please contact Heather Reynolds 027 477 6877 or hugh.heather.reynolds@gmail.com . Letters to 36 Vivian Drive. Article supplied.

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Ōmokoroa glass recycling From the District Council

ouncil intervened to ensure that Waste Management Ltd would not be removing their existing community glass recycling bins located in the FreshChoice Ōmokoroa car park by the end of June. Council is instead taking over management of the bins from Wednesday 1 July. This is an interim step until Council’s new kerbside service is approved and implemented. The bins were originally installed and managed independently by Waste Management Ltd and FreshChoice under a joint agreement since 2017. This was a result of the company no longer collecting glass from the kerbside and at their materials recycling facility at Te Maunga from March 2017. Late last month, Waste Management

contacted Council advising they would be removing their community glass bins in three locations in the District. They cited no longer being in a position to offer a free community service. Council is conscious there needs to be some form of glass recycling in Ōmokoroa and has agreed with Waste Management Ltd to carry the cost for supply and servicing the bins, and continuation of the service for an initial period of six months starting 1 July. We have also spoken with Steve Ling, FreshChoice Ōmokoroa owner, who is happy for the bins to remain on-site and be co-managed by Council and FreshChoice. The six-month service will cost $20,000 and will be funded from Council’s existing Waste Minimisation Fund, therefore at no additional cost to the ratepayer.

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Settlers Hall was packed for a presentation on the proposed town centre at 404 Ōmokoroa Road. PHOTO: Matthew Farrell.

By Matthew Farrell he public has until 17th July to lodge submissions with the District Council over a proposed privately-funded town centre at 404 Ōmokoroa Road. A local kiwifruit company, JACE Group, has submitted a resource consent application for a $75m staged project. The applicants presented to a public meeting at the Settlers’ Hall on Wednesday 24th June, hosted by the recently formed Ōmokoroa Residents and Ratepayers Association. Plans include provision for civic buildings, shopping, a motel, apartments, an early childhood centre, a possible cinema and a green space for farmers’ markets - providing opportunities to live, work, shop and socialise at the 7.9ha holding. Of that, 5.3ha has been zoned commercial for ten years. The land has been owned by JACE for the past five years. However, it has since been surrounded by residential development, and the Ministry of Education recently acquired the neighbouring property to the south for future schooling. “The reality is, we can’t keep operating as a commercial orchard, and we need to bring it into the surrounding urban area. We are ready and willing to talk. We are from here; our kids were born here. We are not looking to clip the ticket and get out of Dodge City. We want to be proud of this, and able to walk down Main Street with our heads held high,” says JACE director Craig Lemon. They’re appealing to the public to get on board with the project. Many who spoke or asked questions at the meeting were broadly in favour of the ideas presented.

However, five to eight years of staged spadework might be a couple of years from starting, as the resource consent hearing and any appeal process could cause delays. Some residents living in homes built on commercially zoned land at Kaimai Views raised the issues of noise and shading created by buildings up to 13 metres in height. Others had traffic or environmental concerns and wanted to see sustainable building practices such as solar and rainwater collection, or the use of planting and natural construction materials. JACE Group was collecting written comments and ideas on the night, and asking for photos and concept images from the public. A salesperson for Brian Goldstone’s Harbour Ridge residential subdivision, Milton Clare, said landowners take an enormous financial risk to obtain titles through development contributions, roading and water infrastructure. Initial crowd concerns about architectural styles and Council processes soon gave way to more appreciative comments about the consultation opportunity and constructive suggestions for the project. Council has previously stated that studies show the need for two commercial centres on the peninsula: Tralee Street to service the area north of the railway; and another south of the railway, to serve the area north of State Highway 2. Council expected that locating the latter nearer to SH2 would be attractive to the broader catchment of the surrounding hinterland and passing traffic. Locals interested in joining the ORRA can contact Bruce McCabe on 027 654 1239 or email omokoroaresidents@gmail.com

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Ōmokoroa Coastal Challenge fter so much uncertainty around whether or not we could hold our event, we are very excited to announce that we are going ahead and once again it will be even bigger and better. We all know that Covid-19 is having an impact on businesses but our fantastic sponsors have all been incredibly supportive and are just as keen as us to bring some fun to 2020. We, therefore, offer a huge thank you to BaseUp, Classic Builders, Tremains, Likeable Lab, MoreFm and our new gold sponsor for 2020, VPT Health Club. So what is new in 2020? We have an absolutely stunning 21km run option so for anyone wanting a challenge, or if you like the longer distances, this one is for you. We are also adding the 15km as a walk option (although it is more like 15ish km). These two longer distances incorporate the Cycleway over to Plummers Point Peninsula and towards Te Puna and the scenery is beautiful. Another exciting addition this year is a special schools category where schools will enter age-based teams into the 5km run to compete against each other for a title and prizes from BaseUp. More information will be coming soon on this but if you are keen for your school to enter, please get in touch with us. The team at VPT Health Club will be creating some training plans for the 10km, 15ishkm and 21km so look out for those on the website. Registrations are now open with Early Bird pricing available until 31 August, so sign up now on our website www.runrunrun.co.nz and start training. You can also follow us on Facebook and Instagram to keep up to date as new information comes in. See you there on Sunday, October 18! Article supplied.

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Katikati bypass included in Long Term Plan consultation local road option for a Katikati bypass may be considered by Western Bay of Plenty District Council as part of its 2021-2031 Long Term Plan (LTP) consultation. Council’s Performance and Monitoring Committee has made a recommendation to Council for the multimillion dollar bypass around the town centre to be progressed for further investigation and inclusion in the LTP and Regional Land Transport Plan. The recommendation comes in response to the Katikati Bypass not being funded in successive National Land Transport Plans and now being unsuccessful as a shovel-ready project through the Government's Crown

Infrastructure Partners (CIP) economic stimulus process. The local road bypass will be included in phase two of Council’s LTP that will go out for informal community engagement in September. This will inform the development of any formal proposal for inclusion in the 2021-2031 Long Term Plan. The option consists of a two-lane highway leaving State Highway 2 north of Busby Road and following an alignment west of the town to re-join SH2 at Wharawhara Road. Right turn bays at each end of the bypass would enable access to town while providing uninterrupted traffic flow along the bypass.

The option includes a request for assistance from Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency to subsidise the local road option since the option of full Transport Agency funding is currently not successful. The committee also recommended that Council investigate purchasing the land corridor in order to get the project to a shovel-ready state. Western Bay Mayor Garry Webber supported the recommendation but said any decision would involve significant public consultation and would have to flow through the Regional Land Transport Plan if it was to have any chance of being seriously considered. Article supplied.

Katikati bike rack a new feature eith Lewis was driving through Katikati last year when he spotted a sign about a bike rack competition. His gut feeling told him he was going to win it. When he got home he started designing and came up with a stylised bike rack that incorporates two `Ks’ for Katikati in a tubular steel frame with four sides so that bikes can be leant against each side and secured. Keith’s design won the competition which was run in conjunction with the NZ Mural Contest and Arts Festival. Katch Katikati coordinator Jacqui Knight says the idea for a competition came from the Katikati Trails Development Group following feedback from the community about the lack of access to bike racks around town. The competition was an initiative of Western Bay of Plenty District Council and Katikati Open-Air Art. Keith’s design was selected from 25 entrants. OpenAir art chairman Steve Graveson says judging was tough but Keith’s design filled the criteria perfectlybeing functional, safe and aesthetic-which fitted well with Katikati’s art legacy. A travelling sales agent by day, Keith is an artist by

night and specialises in garden art and interior retro wall art through his art studio One Lane Bridge. “The idea behind the bike rack was to stylise the letter K – so I chose to put two Ks together in an L shape and allow for up to four bikes to rest and be locked against them. “The K design is modern but with a hint of Māori in the flow of the design – you can also see a whale’s tail – but that was an accidental spin-off.” He is thrilled with the finished product and says engineer Brad Miles of Miles Better Engineering has done a superb job in getting the right perspective and finish to the rounded edges of the frame. “Brad has strengthened it beautifully so that is functional, great to look at and I love where it is located by the Western Bay Museum and close to the Art Junction,” says Keith. Councillor Anne Henry says the competition demonstrates the good collaboration in Katikati between Open Air Art, the Museum, Katch Katikati and Council. The rack was installed by Fotheringhame Contractors of Katikati and is an added feature to the entrance of Western Bay Museum. Article supplied.

L-R: Keith Lewis artist, Councillor Anne Henry, Katch Katikati coordinator Jacqui Knight, Western Bay Museum Manager Paula Gaelic (front) and Open-Air Arts Chair Steve Graveson. PHOTO: Supplied.

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A benchmark relationship

By Matthew Farrell ew bench seats are popping up around Ōmokoroa, years after volunteers had the idea. Karen Loten of Ōmokoroa Environmental Managers Incorporated originally hoped to use recycled plastic for seating, but when it turned out the product would be imported from Australia, it was felt that defeated the concept. Cllr Murray Grainger says the idea languished for a while, until Cooney Reserve weed buster Jan Mayston picked up the project and got things happening. Eleven benches have been donated by community members, mostly for cycleway reserve land with harbour views. At least three are now installed. For Dave and Fran Ashley of Tinopai Drive, the waterfront arrival coincided perfectly with their 55th wedding anniversary. “It was all blackberry and gorse to eye height when we arrived in 1992 with my father Charles, who was 89. We had a ti tree bench here, but it was natural wood and deteriorated. This was our private beach for years until the cycleway went through, but progress can’t be stopped. Now we quite enjoy it,” says Dave. He mowed the area for 18 years until a knee operation and was nominated by neighbours for a GJ Gardner community award. Fran adds, “the exact location was a spur of the mo-

ment decision, but it turns out we can see the bench from our kitchen. It feels like the quickest job Council has ever done, although in reality it has been a long time in the planning. We love hearing happy children out here on the swings.” Dave and Fran married in Brisbane after a blind date meeting, before coming back here. They are proud to say their home is where Greenpeace NZ was born. “It’s good to get to 55 years, and for me to get to 85, although Fran is younger. It’s been a happy marriage

with two children. Thanks to Murray and Jan for having our bench installed in time for our anniversary,” they agree. Resting on a gum tree at the Tinopai waterfront you may find the latest incarnation of their ‘dog library’. Dave’s 1960s tomato box recently lost an argument with a ride-on mower, but it has been replaced with an aluminium and bamboo tray by a kind soul who has added some tennis balls to the fetch-sized sticks for the perfect canine exercise location.

Fran and Dave Ashley enjoy the view from their wedding anniversary gift to Ōmokoroa.

L-R: Clint Walker and Damian Tarry installed the bench outside Ōmokoroa Point School, donated by the Farrell family of Lizard News.

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Locals honoured on Queen’s Birthday amela Dawkins was appointed to the New Zealand Order of Merit for services to horticulture. Following a significant career with International Plant Propagators Society (IPPS), including being New Zealand’s International Director and later International President of the Society in 1994, she co-founded the Te Puna Quarry Park in 1995. The Park was transformed from an old quarry into a major horticulture and floriculture tourism destination in the Western Bay, which opened to the public in 1997. She has been on the Park’s committee for the past 25 years, including as President from 2001 to 2004. Mrs Dawkins continues her hands-on involvement with the Park three days a week, contributing to weeding, planting and other general maintenance tasks. Mr Ian Robinson, JP, was awarded the Queen's Service

Medal for services to surf lifesaving and the community. Mr Robinson has volunteered for the Waihī Beach Surf Lifesaving Club since 1953, having held multiple positions within the Club. For more than 30 years, he has organised and sponsored the annual Waihī Beach Fun Run, and the Waihī Beach New Year’s Children’s Sports Day, the longest-running family sports day in New Zealand. He volunteered for the Waihī Police’s search and rescue operations for 45 years. He continues to actively volunteer and fundraise for the community. Mr Robert McGowan, JP, was awarded The Queen’s Service Medal for services to Māori and conservation. Mr McGowan is one of the foremost authorities on rongoā Māori (traditional Māori medicine). He was the founding Chair of the Kaimai-Mamaku Catchments Forum from 2006 to 2018. Mr Graham Carrick Preston was created a Member of

the New Zealand Order of Merit for services to education. Mr Preston was the key driver of the establishment of the Bethlehem Educational Campus in Tauranga. Mr David Michael Benton became a Member of the New Zealand Order of Merit for services to addiction support and treatment. Mr Benton has worked in the addictions field for 30 years and has recently been collaborating with Te Tuinga Whānau to create assistance services for homeless people who have drug and alcohol-related issues. Ngāreta Timutimu became a Member of the New Zealand Order of Merit for services to Māori and education. Mrs Timutimu has participated in all education sectors from early years to tertiary, in governance and management, and in Māori and English mediums over more than 30 years.

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Gang crackdown The leaders and most patched members of the Bay of Plenty chapter of the Mongols motorcycle gang have been arrested after Police carried out 18 search warrants. 17 people aged 19 to 66 face 263 charges relating to drugs, guns and money laundering. Items seized included five AK47s and five military-style semi-automatics, six petrol bombs, 19 vehicles, cannabis, methamphetamine, and cash. Delays on SH2 State Highway 2 was blocked by a two-car crash near the intersection of Thompsons Track near Aongatete on from 11.15am to 4pm on Sunday

28th June. One person was airlifted to hospital in a serious condition. Another had minor injuries.

Crash blocks bridge A five-car crash blocked the Wairoa River bridge at Te Puna for several hours on Sunday 14th June. One person was trapped with moderate injuries just before 10.30am. Emergency services worked to clear the scene by around 2pm.

TECT election TECT is holding a trustees election this month. Thirteen candidates are contesting three vacancies in this rotation. Two incumbents are standing again; one is stepping down. The postal and internet

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Cycleway closure Earthworks were to begin on the Ōmokoroa to Tauranga Cycleway at the end of Lynley Park Drive from Monday 29th June. The busy section is being realigned and the gradient improved to make it safer and less steep. It is expected to take up to four weeks depending on the weather. Trail users are asked to detour across the grass, around the fencing. Working bee Let’s hope it’s fine weather as we tackle more of the weeds in Cooney Reserve. Monday 13th July 9am-noon, with

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businesses right here in the community. Many people don’t realise that once their money leaves Ōmokoroa peninsula, it seldom ever returns. For the likes of one of these businesses, hopefully, they get a brand new customer out of it, and potentially the $100 voucher may turn into a larger job for them at the same

time, all whilst keeping the dollars in our local community. To help make our peninsula financially stronger and more successful both now and in the future, we must try and keep our money local whenever we can. To this end, between 6th and 26th of July, anyone who buys any two Mead-

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Lake for the locals atikati locals have been eager to make the most of the Highfields stormwater pond after recent rain turned it into a recreational lake. One group to be quick on the water were local members of the Tauranga Radio Sailing Club who set their craft on the pond and have nothing but praise for the new boating landmark. Club Commodore David Hemsley from Katikati says if the lake becomes a permanent feature there’s no limit to the boating activities that would use it. “This lake is a godsend for Katikati – it would be the perfect place for the Sea Scouts, kayakers and other boating clubs to teach children the art of sailing, water safety and the thrill of getting out on the water.” Not only will it be a beautiful addition to the Haiku Park, but it will also be a great facility for other non-powered sailing craft such as kayaks, paddleboards and canoes. Birds have taken advantage of the new habitat. Ducks have taken refuge during the duck shooting season and pied stilts, spoonbills and whitefaced heron are among those settling on the lake.

However, the pond’s permanence depends on whether the lake passes current testing of water levels for engineering and technical safety. Western Bay of Plenty District Council is assessing the pond’s technical viability and testing any impact water levels may have on the stopbank and the adjacent housing. Trialling is being done on the water levels to assess whether there is any in-

crease in groundwater levels beneath the nearby houses. Council engineer Peter Clark says time will tell if it can be a permanent local lake. He has had many positive comments from people about the pond and says the sailing club’s session last week shows how the pond can be used by the wider community. “Word soon got around that the boats were out on the lake and other locals

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Trustpower and Ngamanawa Incorporation partner to bring kiwi to Kaimai orth Island brown kiwi and kōkako populations in the Kaimai region, specifically the Mangapapa and Opuiaki, stand to benefit from a partnership between Trustpower and Ngamanawa Incorporation. Trustpower will provide funding to support surveys of local kiwi and kōkako numbers, as well as pest control efforts to protect and establish the populations, for the next three years. The work will be undertaken by Ngamanawa Incorporation, which manages the land interests of hapū in the area, together with the Department of Conservation. The partnership builds on surveys undertaken between 2016 and 2019, which identified a dwindling remnant population of North Island brown kiwi near Waitaia Lodge. Ngamanawa Incorporation General Manager, Tim O’Brien, says the funding will allow the group to increase the scale and effectiveness of the ground-based pest control operation. “Ultimately, we have areas that hold significant ecological value, being held back by

limited resources,” says O’Brien. “As kaitiaki, putting the environment and our taonga species first encourages us to react with more focus and urgency. We currently need help reversing a desperate situation – rapidly declining relic populations of kiwi and kōkako within the Kaimai hydro catchment. Therefore, the ability to achieve sustainable outcomes within our shared areas is only possible through partnership. “We are looking forward to working with Trustpower in a collaborative effort alongside the Department of Conservation to protect both our resident kiwi and kōkako populations. We also look forward to sharing some of the history of the land with Trustpower staff, in relation to certain areas of where the Kaimai Power Scheme draws water from.” O’Brien says the organisation is grateful for the support from Trustpower and is encouraged by the handson partnership approach, with Trustpower staff taking part in survey and monitoring activities from later

this year. Trustpower Environmental and Regulatory Services Manager, Ryan Piddington, said the partnership was representative of a wider desire to work collaboratively with groups who shared a passion for ensuring New Zealand’s ecosystems and biodiversity are thriving for future generations. “Trustpower has identified mahi tahi (collaboration) and tiaki (to care for people and place) as values that are important to us and how we operate. Supporting Ngamanawa Incorporation in their aspiration to protect kiwi and kōkako populations right here in our own back yard brings us all closer to our shared goal of sustainability,” he said. Ngamanawa Incorporation has a broad environmental strategy which includes native seed collection to ensure long-term biodiversity, biosecurity work including kauri dieback prevention, and working to eradicate pest and plant species including wilding pines. Article supplied.

Petition accepted to bring back Coromandel’s Rescue Helicopter P for Coromandel Scott Simpson has accepted a petition from Stephan Bosman on behalf of the entire Coromandel community calling on the current Government to reverse its decision that saw the local Coromandel Rescue Helicopter service taken away last summer. “It was an honour to be the first person to sign Stephan’s petition when it was

launched in January,” Mr Simpson says. “It’s an even greater honour to have now formally received it from him along with more than 46,000 other signatures. That’s almost the population of Invercargill. “The 46,439 signatures on this petition represent the anger, the frustration and the sense of betrayal of local Coromandel people and visitors alike.

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Introducing Nat Blomfield ia ora koutou katoa. Ko Nathaniel Blomfield toko ingoa . I am glad to have this opportunity to introduce myself as your Labour candidate in the 2020 General Election. My views and life values are influenced by a lifetime living and working in rural New Zealand – growing up in Te Puru on the Thames coast; my first job as a Thames Hospital orderly; twenty-plus years as a chef around New Zealand; running my own restaurant in Tairua, with anything from five employees in the winter to 30 in the height of summer; all the while raising a young family with my wife Mel in Tairua. More recently I have worked as a construction worker for a property development company, leading a landscape team while continuing part-time for a charter fishing company. I believe that New Zealand’s House of Representatives should be just that – a place that represents New Zealand’s diverse cultures, communities, re-

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Tauranga Vets donates to pet health Bay of Plenty Veterinary practice hit with a decline in revenue and increased costs during lockdown has not been deterred from helping fund research into the big health issues facing Kiwi pets. Tauranga Vets has donated $2,500 to Healthy Pets New Zealand, a charity that funds research into new investigation and treatments for common pet health issues like cancer and joint dysplasia. Healthy Pets New Zealand Director Dr Cath Watson says the timing of the donation is significant. “There is no government funding for research into companion animal health in New Zealand, which means that we rely on donations from generous supporters like Tauranga Vets to fund our research.

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Here are some of the groups and activities which happen regularly in the area. If you have a regular group you’d like to add to the list, please email liz@lizardnews.net or call 548 1200.

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Aqua-aerobics 9am Ōmokoroa Hot Pools. Sessions $6 per person. Contact Kim on 027 246 8635.

Ōmokoroa Tennis Club 9-11am. Contact Club Captain Jeff Warren on 021 109 9668.

Ōmokoroa Playcentre is open from 9amnoon. The first three visits are free. Contact omokoroa@playcentre.org.nz

Katikati Playcentre is open from 9am-noon. The first three visits are free. 6 Binnie Road. Contact katikati@playcentre.org.nz or 07 549 0211.

Katikati Bowling Club Combined Roll-up. 9.30am start. Names in by 9-15am please. All welcome. Coaching available. 8 Park Rd, Katikati. Phone 549 0103. 0103.

‘Move It’ Fitness at Whakamārama Hall. 9.30am. $5 or $40 per term. Class runs for about 45 minutes. Phone Caryn 021 133 5390.

Fitness Fun Ōmokoroa Settlers’ Hall 9.30-10.30am. Contact Gloria on 021 139 2448.

Pilates Ōmokoroa Settlers’ Hall. 9.30-10.30am. Contact Claudia 021 192 7706.

Scrabble at both Ōmokoroa Library and Pātuki Manawa. 10am. Refreshments provided. Free. Postnatal Support Group 10am-12pm. Bethlehem Birthing Centre. All parents and caregivers of children under two are welcome. Starts back 10th Feb. Phone 549 4522.

Justice of the Peace clinic 11am-1pm at Waihī Library, 40 Rosemont Street.

Community Tai Chi Katikati Memorial Hall Lounge 1pm during school terms. Contact Trish 021 482 842.

Scottish Country Dancing 1-3 pm. St Peter’s Anglican church, Beach Road. All ages, no partner required. $4. Contact Douglas 021 0244 6099.

Bolivia Pātuki Manawa 1-4pm. Some knowledge of canasta useful but not essential.

Movie Matinee 1.30pm at the Arts Junction, Katikati. Tickets $10. Limited seats. 549 5250. Bridge Club Ōmokoroa Community Church Hall in the afternoons. Call David Luxton on 548 0521.

IGIRLZ Fun adventure and learning for girls 8 11. 6-7.30pm Ōmokoroa Community Church Hall. Call 548 2515.

Yoga Ōmokoroa Settlers’ Hall 6.15-7.45pm. Contact Mollie 021 177 8018.

Table Tennis at Ōmokoroa Settlers’ Hall. Any age 5.15-7pm, Seniors (18+) 7-9pm. $3 per single, $5 per couple. Includes supper. Whilesole shoes preferred. Call Bruce Lauchlan on 548 1741.

Social indoor netball term time at 6pm. Apata Community Hall - Pahoia School. Ages 11+. $5 per night. Beginners welcome. Contact Kirsten 022 535 1530. Cards 500 7pm at Ōmokoroa Bowling Club. $3 includes tea and biscuits. Prizes plus raffles once a month. Carpooling from Katikati available. New members welcome. Contact Lorraine Taylor on 548 1404. Indoor Bowls 7pm at Waihī Beach RSA. Contact Grant on 027 475 0556.

TUESDAYS

Social Tennis Waihī Beach Tennis Club 8.30/9 am start. All year. Casual & new players welcome. Call Barry 027 492 6475.

Te Puna Quarry Park clearing, planting and weed control from 8am and from 1.30pm. Contact Shirley on 552 2707.

Te Puna Tennis Club casual tennis. 9am start. Casual and new players welcome. Phone Catherine 021 506855. Katikati Playcentre is open from 9am-noon. The first three visits are free. 6 Binnie Road. Contact katikati@playcentre.org.nz or 07 549 0211.

Pahoia Creative Fibre group Ōmokoroa Settlers’ Hall. 1st, 3rd and 5th Tuesdays at 9.30am. 2nd and 4th Tuesdays at 7pm. Learn to spin, weave, felt, knit, crochet and more. New members welcome. Call Barbara on 544 0920 or 021 144 6329. Tai Chi 9.30-10.30am Ōmokoroa Settlers’ Hall. Contact Trevor on 022 322 3410 or Anne 548 0763.

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Mindful hatha yoga classes 9.30-10.30am and 6-7pm. Chair Yoga 11-12. Yoga for Every Body, 8a Vernon Rd, Te Puna. Contact Michelle on 021 044 1042.

Knit & Natter at both Ōmokoroa Library and Pātuki Manawa. 10am. Refreshments provided. Free.

Waihī Beach Bowls at Memorial RSA Bowling Club. Roll-up, names in by 12.30 for 1 o'clock start. All welcome. Bowls and coaching available. Contact 021 0220 4040, 027 863 1349, waihibeachbowls@gmail.com

Mahjong Circle 1pm at the Sports Pavilion, Western Avenue. Call Denise on 548 1385.

Wise & Wonderful Arts & crafts, games and afternoon tea for seniors. Pick up and drop off available in Katikati area. 1.30-3pm at Katikati Community Centre. Contact info@katikaticommunity.nz or 549 0399 to register. Gold coin.

Therapeutic Tai Chi for beginners. Ōmokoroa Settlers’ Hall 3–3.50pm. One free trial class then $7. Contact Karin 548 1787 or baysyoga@xtra.co.nz

Teen Advisory Board Plan, promote and implement programs and events for teens. Year 7 to 13 students. 3.30-4.30pm during the school term at Pātuki Manawa.

Gentle Yoga & Qi Gong at Ōmokoroa Settlers’ Hall 4–5.30pm. One free trial class then $10. Contact: Karin 548 1787 or baysyoga@xtra.co.nz

Twilight Bowls from 5pm. Ōmokoroa Bowling Club, Hamurana Road. Starting 11 February through to 17 March. Teams of three or individuals. $20/team/night or $100 season. Bowls supplied. Contact Graeme Thacker 548 2576 or Club 548 0077.

Ōmokoroa Tennis Club 5-7pm. Contact Club Captain Jeff Warren on 021 109 9668.

Darts, Serious Singles Register names by 6.50pm for a 7pm start. Oche fees apply. Contact Top Shot Bar, Te Puna on 552 6405.

Tauranga Toastmasters Develop communication and leadership skills, resulting in greater self-confidence and personal growth. 7.30pm at Tauranga Volunteer Coastguard, 72 Keith Allen Drive, Sulphur Point. Zoom access also available. Contact 021 161 0421.

WEDNESDAYS

Gentle hatha yoga classes 8.15-9.15am and 12-1pm. Yoga for Every Body, 8a Vernon Rd, Te Puna. Contact Michelle on 021 044 1042.

Aqua-aerobics 9am Ōmokoroa Hot Pools. Sessions are $6 per person. Contact Kim on 027 246 8635.

Mainly Music at Ōmokoroa Community Church from 9.15am. Email office@theocc.org.nz or call 548 2515.

Te Puna Playcentre 9.15am-noon. 225 Te Puna Road. Email tepuna@playcentre.org.nz or call 552 5253.

Katikati Parents Group 9.30-11am at SuperGrans, 14 Jocelyn St, Katikati. All parents and caregivers of children under two are welcome. Starts back 12th Feb. Phone 549 4522.

Community Tai Chi Waihī Beach RSA 9.30am during school terms. Contact Trish 021 482 842.

‘Move It’ Fitness at Whakamārama Hall. 9.30am. $5 or $40 per term. Class runs for about 45 minutes. Phone Caryn 021 133 5390.

Zumba Ōmokoroa Settlers’ Hall 9.30-10.30am. Contact Carla 578 8780. Keep on your Feet seated and standing exercises to music. All ages. 9.30-10.30 at Ōmokoroa Sports Pavilion. $6 or $50 for 10. Contact Maureen on mtaylor18@xtra.co.nz.

Stepping Up free computer classes at Katikati Library. Book on 571 8008 or www.steppingup.nz Wednesdays/Thursdays from February 12.

Fitness League exercise, movement, dance, focusing on posture, strengthening & stretching for all ages & abilities. Memorial Hall, Katikati at 10am. Phone Pam 549 4799.

Katikati Bowling Club Combined Roll-up. 1pm start. Names in by 12.45pm please. All welcome. Coaching available. 8 Park Rd, Katikati. Phone 549 0103.

Community Tai Chi Bethlehem Hall 1pm during school terms. Contact Trish 021 482 842.

Adults Dance & Move 1.30pm St Peter’s Church, Beach Road, Katikati. Experienced tutor introduces you to many styles of dance in a fun way. Contact Gaye on gaye@christinaproductions.co.nz , 577 1753 or 027 274 8753.

Katikati Family Time Trials 5km time trial series is all-round family fun where you can track your time each week. 6pm every Wednesday 5th-26th February. Beach Road boat ramp.

Twilight tennis at Te Puna Tennis Club. 6pm start. Phone Catherine 021 506855.

Social Pool Night register names by 6.15pm for 6.30pm start. $5 entry fee. Contact Top Shot Bar, Te Puna on 552 6405.

Te Puna Community Library in the School library 6.30-7.30pm.

Justice of the Peace clinic 6.30-7.30pm Te Puna School Library.

Yoga Ōmokoroa Settlers’ Hall 7-8pm. Contact Sarah 021 022 19892.

Quiz Night Waihī Beach Hotel, 60 Wilson Road. 7-9.30pm.

Casual Soccer at 7.15pm at Western Ave Sports Grounds bottom field. Over 12 years old. Call Hamish on 552 6427.

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Ōmokoroa Tennis Club 9-11am. Contact Club Captain Jeff Warren on 021 109 9668. Ōmokoroa Community Garden working bee. 9-11am. Hamurana Road, south entrance to Ōmokoroa Point School. Ōmokoroa Playcentre is open from 9amnoon. The first three visits are free. Contact omokoroa@playcentre.org.nz Katikati Playcentre is open from 9am-noon. The first three visits are free. 6 Binnie Road. Contact katikati@playcentre.org.nz or 07 549 0211. Whakamārama Community Library 9amnoon. Visit whakalibrary.com or drop in to see our eclectic mix of books. Whakamārama Playgroup Whakamārama Hall at 9.30am-noon. Contact Alison on 021 873 057. Ōmokoroa Artists Ōmokoroa Settlers’ Hall 9am-noon. Refreshments provided. Contact Jackie on 548 1518 or see Facebook page: Ōmokoroa Artists. Te Puna Playcentre 9.15am-noon. 225 Te Puna Road. Email tepuna@playcentre.org.nz or call 552 5253. Tai Chi 9.30-10.30am Ōmokoroa Settlers’ Hall. Contact Trevor on 022 322 3410 or Anne 548 0763. Katikati Embroidery Group 10am St Pius Church, Beach Road, Katikati. Phone Jenny 549 2151. Adult Colouring-in at both Ōmokoroa Library and Pātuki Manawa. 10am. Refreshments provided. Free. Preschool Storytime ‘Read Sing Move’ at 10am at Katikati Library. Caregivers, please stay with your children. Free to attend. Justice of the Peace clinic 11am-1pm at Ōmokoroa Library & Service Centre, McDonnell Street. Pilates Ōmokoroa Settlers’ Hall. 11.30am12.30pm. Contact Claudia 021 192 7706. Rummikub at Katikati Bowling Club 8 Park Rd, Katikati. 1pm start, $3 per person. Line Dancing Ōmokoroa Settlers’ Hall. Beginners 1.30-3pm. Call Joce 552 0791 or 021 486 265. Brick Club After school LEGO sessions in Ōmokoroa Library at 2.45 and 3.45. Limited spaces. Please book. Line Dancing Ōmokoroa Settlers’ Hall. $5 Beginners. 5.45-7pm. Call Shirley 548 1633. Ōmokoroa Pahoia Sea Scouts North end of Ōmokoroa Domain 6.30-8.30pm term time. For more info contact omokoroapahoia@group.scouts.nz. Social Club Darts Top Shot Bar, Te Puna. Register by 6pm for 6.15 start. Oche fees apply. Contact 552 6405. ‘Move It’ Fitness at Whakamārama Hall. 77.45pm. $5 or $40 per term. Class runs for about 45 minutes. Phone Caryn 021 133 5390.

Ōmokoroa Songsters Ōmokoroa Settlers' Hall during school terms from 7-8:30pm. Contact Richard Francis 548 0046, Jean Taylor 548 2808, Heather Reynolds 548 1620. Katikati Concert Band 7-9pm, Katikati Bowling Club. We welcome all ages and experience. Contact Mick 021 217 1780. Bridge Club Ōmokoroa Community Church Hall in the evening. Call David Luxton on 548 0521. Katikati Toastmasters Club Develop communication and leadership skills, resulting in greater self-confidence and personal growth. 7.30pm on the 1st, 3rd and 5th Thursdays at the Resource Centre, Beach Road. Contact 544 5989.

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Social Tennis Waihī Beach Tennis Club 8.30/9 am start. All year. Casual & new players welcome. Call Barry 027 492 6475. Friends of the Blade contact Colin Hewens on 552 6771 or via a direct message on the Facebook page: Friends of the Blade. Aqua-aerobics 9am Ōmokoroa Hot Pools. Sessions are $6 per person. Contact Kim on 027 246 8635. Ōmokoroa Playcentre is open from 9amnoon. The first three visits are free. Contact omokoroa@playcentre.org.nz Line Dancing Ōmokoroa Settlers’ Hall. General session 9am-noon. Call Shirley on 548 1633. Preschool Storytime ‘Read Sing Move’ at 10am at Ōmokoroa Library. Caregivers, please stay with your children. Free to attend. Sewing, Mending & Knitting with SuperGrans 10-11am at SuperGrans, 14 Jocelyn St, Katikati. Sewing machine available. All welcome. Phone 549 4522. Justice of the Peace clinic 10am-noon at Bethlehem Community Church, 138 Moffat Road. Justice of the Peace clinic 10am-noon Katikati Community Centre, 45 Beach Road. Ōmokoroa Friendship Club Ōmokoroa Community Church Hall 10am-12.15pm for $4. Morning tea and lunch provided. Drop in or call Barbara Walls on 548 2899. Mingles Over 50s Singles Club Running Bird Cafe at 11am. Email omokoroa.mingles@xtra.co.nz or just turn up for a coffee. Waihī Beach Bowls at Memorial RSA Bowling Club. Roll-up, names in by 12.30 for 1 o'clock start. All welcome. Bowls and coaching available. Contact 021 0220 4040, 027 863 1349, waihibeachbowls@gmail.com Bolivia Cards Ōmokoroa Bowling Club at 12.45pm. All enquires to Linley on 07 218 7003. Cards 500 at Katikati Bowling Club 8 Park Rd, Katikati. 1-4pm. $2 per person. Whakamārama Farmers Market 3-6pm at Whakamārama Hall. $5 per table. Community produce swap table - gold coin koha. A wastefree event. Bring containers and bags. Contact Billy 021 047 8628 or Debbie 07 552 5141. Katikati Plant & Produce Market A&P Showgrounds 3.30-6pm. Contact Pauline Van Rijen 549 2449.

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Gentle hatha yoga classes 8.15-9.15 and 9.3010.30am. Yoga for Every Body, 8a Vernon Rd, Te Puna. Contact Michelle on 021 044 1042. Ōmokoroa Toy Library 9.30-11am behind the Ōmokoroa Settlers’ Hall. Te Puna Community Library in the School library 10am-noon. Katikati Bowling Club Combined Roll-up. 1-3pm. Names in by 12.45pm please. All welcome. Coaching available. 8 Park Rd, Katikati. Phone 549 0103. Ōmokoroa Tennis Club 2-5pm. Contact Club Captain Jeff Warren on 021 109 9668.

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Waihī Beach Sunday Market 9am-1pm Broadlands Reserve, Wilson Road. A good mix of produce, arts, crafts, clothing, food and happy summer vibes. Labour weekend - end of April. Email waihibeachsundaymarket@gmail.com to book. Jam session Waihī Beach Hotel, 60 Wilson Road. 4-7pm. Everyone welcome

DATES FOR YOUR DIARY – JULY Wed 1st Aongatete Forest Project working bee. Top of Wright Road. 9am12.30pm. 1st and 3rd Wednesday morning of the month. Visit aongateteforest.org/join Also 5th August. Wed 1st Feb Growing food with SuperGrans. 10-11am at SuperGrans, 14 Jocelyn St, Katikati. 1st Wednesday of the month. All welcome. Every 1st Wednesday. Phone 549 4522. Thu 2nd Ōmokoroa Peninsula Club 9.30am. 1st Thursday of the month at the Ōmokoroa Community Church (excl Dec/Jan). Contact Anne on 548 0566 or Margaret on 548 2737. Thu 2nd Boomerang Bags Katikati sew reusable fabric community shopping bags. Contact Jizzy on 549 2337 or txt Robyn on 021 1584038 to join or donate fabric. 1st and 3rd Thursday at Katikati College Fabric Tech Room from 3.30-5.30pm. Sat 4th Crop Swap Gardeners, home bakers and food foragers swap and share high-quality local food. 1st Saturday of the month at SuperGrans, 14 Jocelyn St, Katikati. 07 549 4522 or info@supergranswbop.org.nz Sun 5th Katikati Folk Open Mic 3pm every 1st Sunday of the month. Blackboard (open mic) session at Forta Leza, 2656 Main Highway, Aongatete. Also 1st March. Mon 6th U3A Art Group 10am-noon every 1st and 3rd Monday at Waihī Bowling Club. $2. Bring your own materials. Contact Jose Jebb 027 457 0242. Mon 6th Bethlehem/Te Puna Lions Club at Te Puna Community Centre Hall, Tangitū Road. 1st and 3rd Monday evenings from 6.00pm. Contact Colin 576 9110. Also 3rd August.

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Tue 7th Tech Support available at Waihī Beach Library. Drop in the 1st Tuesday or book a slot.

Wed 8th Ōmokoroa & Districts Lions Club 6pm at Ōmokoroa Settlers’ Hall on the 2nd Wednesday of the month. Contact Keith and Rosemary Searle on 548 2117. Thu 9th Friends of Puketoki Trapping/checking every 2nd Thursday. Meet at Leyland Road carpark. Contact John Budden on 548 1180 or Terry Edwards on 552 6222. Thu 9th Ōmokoroa Business Network meeting. 9am on the 2nd and 4th Thursday of the month. Contact omokoroabusinessnetwork@gmail.com for details. Thu 9th Katikati Genealogy Group meets on the 2nd Thursday at the Presbyterian Church Hall, 1 Mulgan Street at 1.30pm. $5. New members welcome. Contact Jeanette 027 348 3259. Fri 10th Family Planning appointments 10-1pm and drop-in 1.30-4pm. To book call 578 8539. Katikati Midwives Rooms, 14 Jocelyn Street. Every 2nd Friday. See familyplanning.org.nz

Wed 15th Ōmokoroa Acoustic Jam Ōmokoroa Boat Club 7pm. Play, sing, enjoy. Gold coin donation. Refreshments available. Every 3rd Wednesday. Contact Heather 027 477 6877 or Trish 548 0753. Thu 16th I’Anson Reserve working bee 9.30-11.30am, at the reserve entrance on Loop Road, just off SH2 north of Te Puna. Contact katelomansmith@gmail.com or phone 021 657 344.

Tue 21st Book Buzz Come and share your favourite reads with other book lovers. (Theme selected at previous meeting). 10am every 3rd Tuesday at Ōmokoroa Library.

Tue 21st Innovation Garden Club 1.303pm every 3rd Tuesday. Waihī Beach RSA. Contact innovationgardenclub@gmail.com or 027 289 7674.

Thu 23rd Ōmokoroa Business Network meeting. 9am on the 2nd and 4th Thursday of the month. Contact omokoroabusinessnetwork@gmail.com for details.

Fri 17th Thank Whaka It’s Friday every 3rd Friday from 6-9 pm. All welcome. Bring your dinner and meet the community. Whakamārama Hall.

Thu 23rd Probus Club of Ōmokoroa 9.30am-noon at Ōmokoroa Setters’ Hall every 4th Thursday of the month. Contact Jean 548 2239 or Carol on 863 7292.

Sat 18th Katikati Artisan Market 9am1pm Chrome Cafe, 3 Wharawhara Road, Katikati. Every 3rd Saturday.

Fri 24th Family Planning appointments 10-1pm and drop-in 1.30-4pm. To book call 578 8539. Katikati Midwives Rooms 14 Jocelyn Street, Katikati. Every 2nd Friday. See familyplanning.org.nz

Sun 19th Car Boot Sale at the Lighthouse Cafe, 10 Lockington Road, Aongatete. Every 3rd Sunday 8am-12.30pm. $5 per car. Call Nancy 022 092 1316.

Fri 10th Bethlehem Night Market every 2nd Friday from 5.30-8.30pm at Bethlehem Hall. Facebook: cnmbethlehem or contact Jen on 021 672 281 cnmbethlehem@gmail.com.

Sun 19th Sunday Scribblers 11am12.30pm. Working on memoirs. Every 3rd Sunday. Summerset Retirement Village, Park Road, Katikati. Ph Gaye 577 1753 or 027 274 8753.

Sat 11th Katikati Tramping Club Maoriland battery. Contact Tom 027 270 8854.

Sun 19th Katikati Folk Club Jam sessions 5pm every 3rd Sunday. Informal jam sessions at the Forta Leza, 2656 State Highway 2, Aongatete.

Tue 7th Tech Support available at Ōmokoroa Library. Every 1st Tuesday. Please book. Tue 7th Women’s Textile Shed 1st Tuesday at Tauranga Arts & Craft Centre, Elizabeth Street, Tauranga. 9.30am2.00pm, $15 per person. Kim at cuttingkim@gmail.com or 021 513 093.

Mon 13th Friends of Cooney Reserve working bee the 2nd Monday of the month 9.30am-noon. Contact Jan on 548 2299 for more information.

Mon 20th U3A Art Group 10am-noon every 1st and 3rd Monday at Waihī Bowling Club. $2. Bring your own materials. Contact Jose Jebb 027 457 0242.

Wed 15th Aongatete Forest Project working bee. Top of Wright Road. 9am12.30pm. 1st and 3rd Wednesday morning of the month. Visit aongateteforest.org/join

Mon 20th Bethlehem/Te Puna Lions Club at Te Puna Community Centre Hall, Tangitū Road, Te Puna (Behind the Tennis Courts). 1st and 3rd Monday evenings from 6pm. Contact Colin 576 9110.

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Tue 21st Tech Support available at Katikati Library every 3rd Tuesday. Drop-in or book a slot.

Thu 16th Boomerang Bags Katikati sew reusable fabric community shopping bags. Contact Jizzy on 549 2337 or txt Robyn on 021 1584038 to join or donate fabric. 1st and 3rd Thursday at Katikati College Fabric Tech Room from 3.30-5.30pm.

Sat 11th Katikati Lions Moggies Market Katikati War Memorial Hall from 8am. Every 2nd Saturday. Contact Alan 027 279 1096 (outside) or Sharon 022 318 0196 (inside).

Tue 7th Book Buzz Come and share your favourite reads with other book lovers. (Theme selected at previous meeting). 10am on the 1st Tuesday at Pātuki Manawa.

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Sun 19th Friendship Force meets at Ōmokoroa Setters’ Hall in the evening of the 3rd Sunday of the month. Ph Jonathan on 572 2091.

Sat 25th Katikati Lions Garage Sale 811am behind Caltex Service Station, Main Road, Katikati. Every 4th Saturday. Sun 26th Katikati Tramping Club Old Rotokohu Road. Contact Gail 027 759 1084. Sun 26th Car boot sale 9am-noon, at Pahoia School. A fundraiser for the Garden to Table programme. Contact garden@pahoia.school.nz Sun 26th Poets’ Corner. 11am-noon every fourth Sunday at Summerset Retirement Village. Park Road, Katikati. Read, listen, learn different forms of poetry $2. Call Gaye 577 1753 or 027 274 8753. Sun 29th Atrium Artisan & Produce Fair 11am-3pm last Sunday monthly. Black Sheep, 21 Plummers Point Road. Locally Handmade Art & Wares. To book, contact aaafair17@gmail.com Sat 1st August Katikati Tramping Club Puketoki research walk. Contact. Derek 021 064 3942. Visitors more than welcome. Sat 8th August Katikati Tramping Club Pivot Rock, Karangahake. Contact Gail 027 7591084.

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community response and welfare focus. This means ITTO and our CRT will get council support going forward. In recent meetings with Community Response Teams for the surrounding areas, the Community Resilience Advisor commended our ITTO team. He felt that as a group we did extremely well, especially as a newly-formed group. ITTO essentially acted as a community emergency response team for this particular civil emergency. For the future, what I want, and I suspect so does the community, is something in place for all types of disaster before it is needed. Let us not forget to do what we need to do to stay safe. The rest of the world is not as fortunate as us in NZ. Ōmokoroa take care, look after yourselves and each other, we are in this together.

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By Paula Gaelic ongatete Forest Project’s Emma Cronin has set up a ‘predator display’ in the Bee NZ Ltd Wildlife area in Western Bay Museum. This display has a powerful presence and it reflects the success of the predator control work that has been carried out by Aongatete Forest Projects for many years. It also aligns to the Predator Free BOP and brochures can be uplifted by members of the public to ‘join the movement’ and to request free traps for your own backyard. Stoats, weasels, ferrets, rats, possums and a cat make up part of the display, with scenting containers, ink tracking stamps, chew boards and information to encourage awareness and knowledge. Uretara Estuary Managers also work hard in this area so if we all take action we can play our part in our backyard. Through funding from BOP Regional Council, Western Bay Museum has a paid Environmental Educator,

Kate Loman-Smith who leads our ‘Treasuring our Place – Taonga o te Taiao’ Programme. This programme allows all Year 5 and 6 students from Katikati Primary to have over 1800 student connections per year with Kate. Our next term theme is Predators and Pest Control. This programme is really successful and the students have many activities all based around the Haiku Park and Uretara Stream. Teachers, parents and students all leave with a much greater insight and knowledge of our own environment. It is exciting, hands-on and great fun, and all within walking distance of school. It is also without any cost thanks to BOP Regional Council, who have covered 75% required to continue this programme for the next year ahead. We are working on funding applications at present to secure the balance of 25%. As of 1st July, the Museum will be free to all WBOPDC Ratepayers and our hours will return to 10am – 4pm Monday to Friday, and 11am – 3pm Saturday and Sunday.

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velopment organisation Toi Kai Rāwa Trust also received $250,000 through the Community Initiatives Fund. The Council also agreed to set aside $41,000 for education ensuring the community are aware of the new Mōtītī Island protection provisions. Regional Councillors resolved to work towards a zero

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being in balance. We have placed the carving at the apex of our building, overlooking Te Puna Village where Gordon has made his home for the last 80 years after riding his pony over from Ngongotahā when he was 12 years old. He will be able to look down from his house to see it and know we appreciate the way he has opened his heart and home to the Kindergarten community. Come and visit us at 17C Minden Road, Te Puna. Phone 552 5736. The kettle is Article supplied. always on.

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Working bee in l’Anson Bush Reserve i nature lovers! Our weeding bees in I'Anson Reserve in Te Puna recommenced on Thursday 18th June, and from then every third Thursday of the month. We meet at 9.30am, at the reserve entrance on Loop Road, just off SH2, very close to the Te Puna roundabout, and finish at 11.30am. Please donate two hours of your time to help maintain this beautiful reserve. We recommend you wear

sturdy shoes and bring a water bottle. We will supply everything else. If you are planning to come along, please email katelomansmith@gmail.com or phone 021 657 344 in case of unforeseen postponement. The Friends of I'Anson Reserve, supported by QEII and Tauranga Forest & Bird, held a very successful weeding bee just before lockdown. These volunteers removed another few hundred tree weeds and palms, and

stopped a large infestation of moth plant in its tracks. While we were unable to go to I'Anson Reserve during lock-down, we have been planning for the year ahead. A pandemic doesn't stop keen conservationists. If you have a spare hour per month, please help us check our trap and bait station network. It’s still in the planning, but we are hoping to launch in July. Article supplied.

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Stacey Roche Paralympian #134 riginally from Katikati, Stacey was part of the New Zealand Paralympic Team competing at the Sydney 2000 Paralympic Games. She was the captain of the boccia team of four Para athletes who placed fourth in Sydney. Boccia is a precision ball sport related to bowls and pétanque. Stacey officially received her ‘numbered’ Paralympic pin as part of The Cele-

bration Project in Tauranga last year. She comes back to this historical moment, receiving her unique Paralympic pin: 134. “I was presented with this number and immediately the memories of the Sydney 2000 Paralympic Games flooded back. The highs, the lows and all the emotions that went with it washed over me as I received my pin. “Being a Paralympian has become more significant as the years have gone on. At the time, I was so immersed in my sport that I didn’t fully comprehend the enormity of the journey I had undertaken. “One of the highlights of the Paralympic Games was being part of a spontaneous moment that happened when the NZ Paralympic Team was waiting in the tunnel to go through for the march during the opening ceremony. “Without any warning, our Chef de Mission started a haka, which made me suddenly aware of the enormity of this occasion. I literally felt like I was going to burst with pride.

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Checking up on “scruffy” n Ōmokoroa man is seeing the funny side, after Police were called to investigate a “scruffy” man outside his house - which turned out to be him. Robin Ford made himself scarce when a real estate agent arrived to show potential buyers through his home at 33 Bramley Drive. He paced the street and looked at the harbour view, before a neighbour invited him for coffee. When he emerged, five officers were looking for a scruffy male seen acting strangely. “You aren’t talking about me, are you? ‘Ah, could be. Call it off, we’ve found him.’ We chatted for a few minutes. One asked what I wanted for the house. Thank God it’s not America; I could have been shot! They must have come from town. What a waste of time,” he says. Robin says while it’s commendable that people are vigilant, there wasn’t a real crook. He’s lived there three years and plans to buy a larger home on the peninsula for family reasons.

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Neighbourhood Support in Ōmokoroa By Bruce Banks here are changes in the wind. Tauranga Police will soon no longer serve Ōmokoroa. The search for a new Community Constable based at Katikati Police Station is underway. Hopefully that appointment will be confirmed in the coming months. The Tauranga area is simply too large now to provide the best cover to Ōmokoroa, so switching to Katikati Police Station seems a very positive move. Neighbourhood Support member households in Ōmokoroa has crept past the 850 mark recently, with 59 active Street Groups. This is testament to the hard work being put in by area coordinators Cathy Taylor and Annabel Reyes. Cathy and Annabel tell me there are still many more streets (or part streets) in need of a volunteer to set up and maintain Street Groups. The role is very

easy and not a burden on your spare time so please give them a call to see if it’s for you. Congratulations on reaching Level 1, Ōmokoroa. The ‘Be Kind’ mantra was definitely put into practice here with our Street Coordinators reaching out to their groups and people learning to communicate with, help and rely on their neighbours. ‘In This Together’ was also formed and did a wonderful job responding to those in need. That group’s additional concept of Street Captains for any civil defence emergency has been shelved for the foreseeable future. Timo Gardiner remains our Community Constable until the imminent changes occur. It will be our priority to hold an event with the new Community Constable once they get started. In the meantime, keep reporting all incidents no matter how trivial via the relevant

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“We do things differently down here at By Ros Lee ntrepreneurship is alive and well at the bottom of the world, so why Ōtūmoetai College. Last month an shouldn’t our games reflect that,” says enterprise named Nextus, the Baylee Dyer. Through sales of Rapid Rebrainchild of four Year 13 Business stu- action, they hope to make a positive dents, won the first challenge in the an- change by rebuilding connections and nual Young Enterprise Scheme (YES) quality time in a tech driven society beNational Competition, not only at the re- tween families and friends. Ōtūmoetai College participates in the gional level but also nationally out of 21 regional winners. The $250 prize money national Young Enterprise Scheme every year. The initiative helps young people will be added to their business capital. This year ten businesses (over 60 stu- get “Work Ready and World Ready” by dents) from Ōtūmoetai College are com- teaching them how to set up and run peting for some impressive regional and their own businesses. Through the process, they learn many new skills includnational awards and prizes. The Competition is divided into Chal- ing problem solving, resilience, lenges, each of which focuses on a differ- teamwork, leadership, public speaking ent aspect of business-building: product and decision making. The second Challenge took place at the validation, The Pitch, product promotion end of June and we wish all the busiand sales. For this first challenge, product valida- nesses participating the very best with tion, Nextus made a prototype for their pitching their business ideas to a panel of product. Rapid Reaction is a fast-paced expert judges. Check out Nextus’s Instagram page card game where players must answer eight modern kiwiana related questions @nextus.nz per card without hesitating or saying the sneaky list of forbidden words (such as ‘Yeah’, ‘Nah’, ‘Yes’, ‘No’, ‘Umm’, ‘Maybe’ etc.). The extremely positive responses the students received through their validation process has filled the four Year 13 students with confidence that this game will be a hit! The Ōtūmoetai College winning Nextus team. PHOTO: Supplied.

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ticipants. Life Education Trust offers a valuable addition to the New Zealand Curriculum, and because the children really connect with Harold, the content is remembered.” Te Puna School principal Neil Towersey says in this day and age, with the growing demand for schools to address health and wellbeing issues, there has never been a greater need for the support of Life Education. “Life Education is unique in its capacity to deliver health-promoting messages by trained professionals in age-appropriate ways. The programme encourages family participation and extends its influence into the wider community.” To find out more about Life Education and how you can support the programme visit lifeeducation.org.nz Article supplied.

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Expanding our village By Jen Hague ur village has been expanding since we reopened our doors in late May and we’ve welcomed lots of new families to the Ōmokoroa Playcentre. For some, it’s relocating from another Playcentre or taking the first step to meet new families in the area or realising in lockdown that they needed a new learning environment for their tamariki. Whatever brought them through our doors our friendly, fun environment has them coming back! It may seem a little nerve-wracking to come along to your first Playcentre session but it really doesn’t have to be. All you need to do is arrive with your child, some kai for them, a few changes of clothes and a willingness to play. The best thing about Playcentre is

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By Grant Buchanan rish first started volunteering with the Friends of The Blade conservation group in 2016 and credits her time with the group with helping her rehab from a hip replacement. It’s exercise - with a purpose. “Due to commitments in 2016, I was a bit busy to be around every week, but since 2017 it has been a weekly treat, certainly not a chore. Even though I was busy initially with other family commitments, my help was always appreciated and after being able to commit to a weekly visit has helped keep me motivated to get out into our amazing Kiwi bush. After lockdown, I couldn’t wait to get back into it and love to see the constant improvements that everyone’s efforts are making. “I recently conducted some bird call surveys which show how well the birds

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are responding to the group’s efforts. In early surveys for Morepork, sadly none were recorded but our last results had 16 calls. “Recent surveys have also revealed a return of NZ Falcons and the highly endangered Fern bird. Our Blade volunteers are a real diverse bunch all great folks getting stuck in for the future of our wonderful native environment. “It’s great to give back to the community and for me just feeds the soul being involved. Friends of the Blade need your help and are always looking for more volunteers. We are currently expanding the 300 hectares we are protecting and invite anyone interested to get in touch.” If you would like to give it a try, contact group leader Colin on 552 6771, via Facebook ‘Friends of the Blade’ or just come for an introductory visit Friday 3rd July at 9am at the top of Whakamārama Road.

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Trust in Ōmokoroa enabled us to provide this valuable education to our students around growing, harvesting, preparing and sharing good healthy food. We are holding a car boot sale on Sunday, July 26th from 9-12, at Pahoia School. We encourage you to have a tidy out these school holidays, book your space, and come and join us! Since many situations have changed following lockdown, we now have fewer volunteers. If you have a few hours to spare, we are looking for adults to assist our students in the garden or kitchen. Training is provided, along with morning tea/lunch. Email your details garden@pahoia.school.nz or telephone Suzy Picard 021 173 2198 to find out more.

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Climbing, mudslides and nature play he Matahui School junior students couldn’t wait to get out of the classroom and back into nature as the school’s ‘Guardians of the Forest’ Programme kicked off again this June. The forest programme had been on hold while the staff and students adjusted to the new normal post lockdown and Covid-19. But the students were glad to get out of the classroom and back into nature to spend some amazing days climbing trees, making mudslides, exploring the forest, toasting marshmallows and drinking hot chocolate around a fire. Children who attend Matahui School are encouraged to experience childhood as a time of fun, laughter and exploration, and the forest programme provides students with the opportunity to learn beyond the classroom. Students who attend the forest programme spend the day immersed in nature where they play; learn; create; find magic in the forest; explore land and water and become guardians of the natural environment and, in turn, this helps them develop independence, self-esteem and personal skills, and teaches life-skills such as teamwork and problem-solving. Matahui School is the only primary school in the Western Bay of Plenty area who offers a forest school programme as part of the curriculum. The Guardians of the Forest Programme is available once a week to all Matahui students in the junior school during term. In other news, Matahui School students have been busy rehearsing for the biennial school production ‘Shakespeare Rocks’ which is a comedic and funny look at the life of William Shakespeare and how he came ‘To Be’. This should be a great show and we are all looking forward to enjoying an evening of theatre and entertainment when we return to school next term. Until then, to all our Matahui students enjoy your school holidays and we will see you back here next term. Matahui School provides tours of the school every Wednesday at 10am during term. This is an opportunity for parents to ask questions and even see a class in action. There is no need to book, just come along and see what Matahui School can offer your child. Article supplied.

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Omokoroa Tide Chart July 2020 Omokoroa Tides

Fishing Guide Moon Phase

Omokoroa Tides

Fishing Guide Moon Phase

1 Wed 3:49 10:05 16:27 22:30

2 Thu 2.1 0.4 2.0 0.5

2.1 0.4 2.0 0.5

S 2:46 R 13:55 17 Fri 4:36 10:53 17:17 23:19

4:47 11:03 17:29 23:31

3 Fri

1.9 0.6 1.8 0.7

R 3:54 S 14:04

4 Sat

5:46 2.1 12:01 0.3 18:28 2.1

5:28 1.9 11:45 0.5 18:11 1.9

S 5:07 R 15:16 19 Sun 0:13 6:22 12:37 19:02

0.7 1.9 0.5 1.9

R 4:55 S 14:46

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0.5 2.0 0.3 2.1

1:27 7:38 13:49 20:16

S 3:56 R 14:33 18 Sat

0:30 6:43 12:56 19:24

5 Sun

R 5:55 S 15:36

0.5 2.0 0.3 2.1

S 6:15 R 16:05 20 Mon 1:07 7:15 13:27 19:52

6 Mon

0.6 1.9 0.4 2.0

R 6:53 S 16:34

0.4 2.0 0.3 2.1

3:12 9:21 15:28 21:55

S 7:18 R 17:01 21 Tue 1:58 8:06 14:17 20:40

2:20 8:31 14:39 21:06

7 Tue

0.6 2.0 0.4 2.1

4:01 10:10 16:14 22:41

0.5 2.0 0.3 2.1

3:39 9:47 15:54 22:16

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0.4 2.0 0.4 2.1

0.4 2.0 0.3 2.2

4:28 10:37 16:43 23:05

R 9:13 S 19:57

0.4 2.1 0.3 2.2

R 9:49 S 21:08

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4:48 10:56 16:59 23:26

10 Fri 0.5 2.0 0.4 2.1

S 9:42 R 20:07 24 Fri

R 8:32 S 18:47

9 Thu

S 9:02 R 19:05 23 Thu

R 7:46 S 17:38

0.4 2.0 0.3 2.1

S 8:14 R 18:02 22 Wed 2:49 8:57 15:05 21:28

8 Wed

S 10:17 R 21:08 25 Sat 5:18 11:27 17:32 23:54

5:34 0.5 11:41 1.9 17:42 0.5

0.3 2.1 0.3 2.2

R 10:22 S 22:18

S 10:47 R 22:07 26 Sun 6:08 0.3 12:19 2.1 18:23 0.3 B

R 10:53 S 23:28

11 Sat 0:10 6:18 12:24 18:25

12 Sun 2.0 0.5 1.9 0.6

2.0 0.6 1.8 0.6

S 11:14 R 23:04 27 Mon 0:45 6:59 13:12 19:16

0:52 7:02 13:07 19:08

13 Mon

2.2 0.3 2.0 0.4

R 11:24

1.9 0.6 1.8 0.7

S 11:39 28 Tue 1:37 7:52 14:09 20:12

1:33 7:45 13:51 19:52

14 Tue

2.1 0.3 2.0 0.4

S 0:37 R 11:56

1.9 0.6 1.8 0.7

R 0:01 S 12:04 29 Wed 2:32 8:46 15:08 21:11

2:15 8:28 14:38 20:39

15 Wed

2.1 0.4 2.0 0.5

S 1:47 R 12:32

1.9 0.6 1.8 0.7

R 0:58 S 12:30 30 Thu 3:28 9:43 16:09 22:11

2:59 9:14 15:28 21:29

16 Thu

2.0 0.4 2.0 0.5

S 2:56 R 13:12

1.9 0.6 1.8 0.7

R 1:55 S 12:57 31 Fri 4:27 10:41 17:10 23:12

3:46 10:03 16:22 22:23

R 2:54 S 13:28

2.0 0.4 2.0 0.5

S 4:04 R 13:59

NOTE: Tauranga tides subtract 50 mins, and Katikati tides subtract 20 mins from the times shown.

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Tree-mendous effort local business called in Te Puna Rugby Club volunteers last month to plant 5,000 native trees in a day, in an effort to beautify its Station Road frontage. A&J Demolition and Gravel Supplies owners Barry and Beth Daniel paid for the trees themselves. Barry says it makes perfect

sense to boost the club with a fundraiser. Pirirakau’s Julie Shepherd says it’s also a great example of tangata whenua participating in a good outcome for a resource consent application in the former wetland area. We will bring you the full story next month.

New hair cutting bar

By Kymberley Carter-Paige fter renting the barbers shop on a Saturday morning in Ōmokoroa for three years, I have decided to open my own cutting bar. This is to provide a service to some locals who struggle to make a Saturday morning and work in the week. For an after-hours appointment, please phone me on 027 538 3777. You can even phone me on the way home, and if I am free you can be fitted in straight away. I will also be available to cut ladies’ and men’s hair in the daytime by appointment, to fit in-between my therapy clients. This system will also save

the need for queueing. Since the Covid lockdown, I decided it was time to think outside the square and run the cutting bar to suit your needs. For those of you who know me, I have been barbering or cutting hair ever since I left school, and spent 23 years teaching others in Polytechs in the UK and NZ. Saturday mornings will continue to be 'no appointment necessary' 8am until noon in my new location. As a “thank you” to our community volunteer fire brigade, I would like to offer personnel free haircuts. See my advert on page 15.

Providing opportunities in Te Puna

By Matthew Farrell e Puna’s community pop-up op shop will be running for at least another five weeks, thanks to the generosity of tavern owners Lindsay and Lynne Mack. Bec Harrison and Melissa Knox are running an old school second hand opportunity store in a vacant premises opposite the deli and butchery at the Minden Road retail village. The idea came about as the sisters talked about how a lockdown enforced household tidy up could lead to established op shops being overwhelmed by donations of goods, and an impact upon volunteer numbers among the at-risk older demographic. Initially the op shop was going to last one month, but demand remains high. “We were open Wednesday to Saturday 10 til 2, but the past few weeks we have been open Monday to Saturday. The public wants this and our locals will be sad to see an end to it all, but we are on the lookout for an alternative location,” says Bec. So far the project has raised $5,000 in five weeks with donations to Te Tuinga Whānau, SPCA, Waipuna Hospice and further funds earmarked for RR&R Animal Rescue and Kai Aroha as causes put forward by their Facebook followers. Among the 15-strong volunteer army are Te Puna School administrator Barb Duncalf and ex-teacher Wendy Riordan although Bec says an end to lockdown has meant many volunteers again have commitments elsewhere. “If we can’t find a place we will open up the doors and gift it all at the end. Pyjamas and knits are being boxed up and given to Plunket. Curtains, linen, blankets and duvets are going to Te Tuinga Whānau, so it’s all going where it’s needed. “It’s been great to see the community reconnection, and the buzz around the place as a hangout with flow-on benefits for the deli and butcher opposite,” says Bec. The op shop team has applied to the Western Bay of Plenty District Council’s Community Resilience Fund in order to continue its work. So far Council has given $121,200 to 17 community groups struggling to fund

projects as a result of Covid-19. There is still a further $178,800 to allocate. The one-off fund is part of Council’s Economic Recovery Plan to assist the local economy and provide relief in the medium to long term.

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Garden and Art Festival tickets on sale ickets are on sale for the upcoming BOP Garden & Art Festival, which will be held this November. Super Early Bird Specials were released on 20 June, offering four-day festival pass vouchers at $50 plus booking fees. They can be purchased at Palmers Bethlehem (the festival’s garden and art trail sponsor) or by visiting www.eventfinda.co.nz, or www.gardenandartfestival.co.nz. Festival director Marc Anderson says the 19-22 November event will be laden with plenty to please, incorporating both the ever-popular garden and art trail and Bloom in the Bay’s many family-friendly facets. The festival trail will include 68 of the district’s best gardens and the work of about 100 artists – with that number comprising individual artists as well as groups, such as Tauranga Art Society and Bethlehem Pottery Club. Marc confirms festival favourites will be joined by about 25 per cent of gardens new to the festival. “That’s exciting. The festival is just such a great opportunity to see what’s blooming and looking beautiful behind the walls and hedges and down the garden paths of some of our district’s properties. We’re grateful, as always, that so many of our district’s talented gardeners and artists are happy to showcase their creativity in this way,” he says. This year’s festival will include more new offerings. There will be designated e-bike routes for those keen to cycle some sections of the trail. And, the festival hub is on the move, leaving its Historic Village site and heading to Tauranga Racecourse where Bloom in the Bay will also be based. “The Historic Village site served us well, and staff there will continue to look after the seven concept gardens that were created there during the last festival. We feel it is a great idea to create new gardens around town, so will now be doing that at the racecourse,” Marc says. Four concept gardens – featuring the handiwork of local creatives such as Nichola Vague (of Zones), Lara Bui (Cool Plants) and Isaac Weston (Re.Work.It.) – will be created.

Sally Blockley will be opening her garden to the festival for the first time. PHOTO: Supplied.

“We’re very happy the racecourse is partnering with us as a festival hub provider. It’s a really good venue with plenty of parking and lots of space for activities geared at pleasing the whole family,” Marc says. Bloom in the Bay will include food, live music, art galleries, a floral art exhibition, speaker series, sculpture, environmental displays, and the concept gardens. The event will be open to the general public with $5 ticket sales at the gate during the festival days. Entry is free for children aged 14 and under and for festival pass holders. “You don’t have to have a festival ticket to enjoy Bloom in the Bay. If you are not able to attend the garden and art trail, Bloom in the Bay offers an opportunity to get involved in the festival all the same. We’re

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ensuring it holds wide appeal, so many people can embrace our district’s biennial festival,” Marc says. Early Bird Tickets which will be available from 1st July. General tickets (at no reduced price) will be sold from 1st August. All ticket purchases will receive a receipt that will be redeemable for a Festival Pack comprising of a festival pass, festival directory and garden and art trail map. Festival Packs will be distributed closer to the festival date. General tickets will also be available at other outlets, including those in outlying areas such as Katikati and Te Puke. Bayleys will again be the overall festival partner. Article supplied.

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