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Photographic Competition Results

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Volume 11 • Issue 2 • October 2013

editor Janine Pulford editorial@mags4dorset.co.uk design director Ben Pulford design@mags4dorset.co.uk graphic design Daniel Lee Louis Pulford design4dorset@btconnect.com account managers Mark Beechey sales@mags4dorset.co.uk Russell Harness advertise@mags4dorset.co.uk company secretary Nick Pulford accounts4dorset@btconnect.com accounts Debbie Payne 4Dorset is independently published and distributed free to homes and businesses in selected areas of Dorset and Hampshire. It is also available by subscription at £25 per year. Views or opinions expressed in 4Dorset are not necessarily those of the publisher. The publisher reserves the right to refuse any advertisement deemed to be unsuitable for publication. Information about a service does not imply recommendation.

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What an exciting month we’ve had at mags4dorset.

The photographic competition came to a close and was judged

by Donna Nicholson and James Edgar at Ferndown Photographics, resulting in some fabulous front cover images for the magazine. To see who won, turn to page 19.

The short story competition also closed and I had the job of reading all the entries, which I thoroughly enjoyed. You’ll find the short list on Page 5. I chose 10 and if you’re story isn’t on the list, don’t be too disappointed.

I am officially without an assistant and am working flat out to keep the magazines ticking over, but what a massive response to the job advert. We only advertised it in our own magazines and our own on-line media sites and the result was huge. We ought to open a job section! If you have a vacancy, why don’t you give mags4dorset a go?

We’re about to launch a new scheme in the marketplace and I am not supposed to say anything about it just yet, so keep it quiet.

We’re waiting for Russell Harness to fly back from California, where he’s been for a family wedding, before it ‘officially’ gets off the ground.

There’s a lot going on within our pages as usual. One of the big stories is about the ‘axing’ of the 844 school bus that runs from the Heatherlands Estate to Ferndown. Parents are up in arms about it. Then there’s the next stage at the Navitus Bay Windfarm off the Dorset coast, to find out more turn to Page 18.

Have a good month. Soon be Christmas!

Janine Pulford, Editor Follow us at www.twitter.com/mags4dorset Leave us a comment at www.facebook.com/mags4dorset.news Join the editor www.facebook.com/janine.pulford Visit our website: www.mags4dorset.co.uk Email the editor at: editorial@mags4dorset.co.uk

Contents

Around & About 26-27 Fashion & Beauty 16-17 Horoscopes 31 Meet the Professionals 21 Motoring 28 Rejuvenate Your Home 22-25 Specialist Services 30 Write to: The Editor, 1st Floor, King George V Pavilion, Peter Grant Way, Ferndown, Dorset BH22 9EN

NEXT COPY CLOSING DATE: 18 OCTOBER 2013 The Editor reserves the right to amend or shorten contributions in order to fit in with the editorial policy and style of the magazine

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Nominations open for Christchurch’s Sports Achievement Awards

sought for village youth club

West Moors Youth and Community Club has been running for 55 years and provides an important facility in the village for youngsters and their parents.

Those who manage the club are actively looking for new people to join the committee and bring along fresh ideas.

Overlooking Fryers Field in Bond Avenue, the youth club is a place where young people can meet and chill out with their friends or play sport, use the bouncy castle and sometimes enjoy a BBQ. Indoors they can enjoy music, play pool, darts, table tennis and badminton tournaments. There’s a canteen for refreshments and an educational room with its own TV. Monday nights are for Year 9, 7.30-9.30pm, and Tuesday nights for Years 7 and 8.

The club has been recently refurbished and is disabled friendly. It can also be hired for young people’s birthday parties and special events.

If you are interested in being part of the committee, or feel you can help young people, or want to hire the building, please contact the club’s chairman, Steve Hunt on 01202 892172.

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Meg Starr with some of her artwork at the youth club (August 2012)

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Christchurch and District Sports Council is inviting nominations for its annual Sports Achievement Awards, which recognise and celebrate the sporting success of local young sports stars and volunteers.

There are five different awards including bronze, silver and gold as well as a Dedication to Sport award to recognise the contribution of volunteers. New this year is the John Moss Sports Coaches award for contributions to coaching. John Moss was a passionate sportsman and President of the Sports Council from 1997 to 2012 when he sadly passed away.

Anyone can nominate and forms can be submitted or downloaded at www. dorsetforyou.com/410646.

Nomination forms must be returned by 31 October 2013.

The awards evening will be held at East Dorset Indoor Bowls Club on Friday 22 November 2013.

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Starry stories shortlisted “The theme ‘Stars in Your Eyes’ provoked some seriously interesting stories in the 6th annual mags4dorset Creative Writing Awards,” said editor and author Janine Pulford who drew up the shortlist.

“A big thank you to all the writers who entered. The entries were outstanding and it was fascinating to see the different ways in which the subject was tackled.

“Once again, the standard of writing was exceptional and beautifully creative, so very well done to everyone who CAROL RIVERS entered.”

The stories Shortlist: on the A day in the life of… Everyone else shortlist Arico are now Book Lovers in the hands of Call to Arms the judges: Sneezy Goes to Hollywood best selling Spacemen from the Stars author Carol The Dance Rivers and author IAN J BURTON and creative writing The Last Rays tutor, Ian J Burton. The results should be The Music of the Spheres announced next month.

The Star Spangled Saviour

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Ferndown’s

silver and golden moments

Lovely blooms Help Jean and Joyce plant these bulbs

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erndown has won two silver awards in this year’s Britain in Bloom: one for the town centre and one for facilities around the town. Help is now needed to turn 6,300 bulbs into a host of golden daffodils.

The bulbs have been donated

by Ferndown NeighbourCars, a driver service that takes residents aged over 55 to hospital, dentist, doctor etc. Cllr Joyce Little, who organises the service said: “Our drivers are paid a mileage allowance from clients’ donations and money left over is given to local charities and other voluntary organisations.”

Cllr Jean Read, chair of Ferndown in Bloom said the bulbs will be used to brighten up Ringwood Road and help make Ferndown look even more beautiful next spring.

Residents and councillors are invited to meet at 288 Ringwood Road at 10am on Saturday 12 October. Please bring your own gardening tools.

Reader offer!

Learn to speak with confidence

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Ferndown Speakers’ club is offering 4Dorset readers the chance to win a six month membership prize worth £68 (including joining fee).

The prize will help the winner build confidence in front of an audience. Applicants for the prize must be 18 or over. They need to give a reason why they would like to win and should confirm that they can attend the club’s Tuesday evening meetings for six months, starting on 19 November. The final decision rests with the club’s vice president and anyone wanting to enter should email president@ ferndownspeakers.org.uk The club meets on the 1st and 3rd Tuesdays at the Barrington Centre at 7.30pm. www. ferndownspeakers.org.uk

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Councils plug in

SWITCHING TO ELECTRIC, County Hall, Dorchester. Left to right: Miles Butler DCC Director of Environment, Councillor Spencer Flower Leader of DCC, Simon Davies, Training Officer for Parking at West Dorset District Council, David Evans Director of Environment at West Dorset District Council, Councillor Robert Gould Leader of West Dorset District Council

Electric cars are being used by Dorset County Council (DCC) and West Dorset District Councils for their vehicle fleet, saving money on fuel costs and reducing carbon emissions.

Funded from the £2.4M Government’s Local Sustainable Transport Fund (LSTF), the cars will be used by staff travelling on council business.

DCC Leader Spencer Flower said: “It is important that the council leads from the front to demonstrate what can be done to reduce our impact on the environment.

“We are committed to finding more environmentally sustainable ways of doing business and daily business travel is part of that.

“I hope we inspire businesses to follow with the innovative introduction of measures such as the use of electric pool cars in our fleet.”

The British-made Nissan Leaf Acenta has a range of 100 miles per charge. With a fuel cost of around 3p/mile, electric cars compare favourably with the 45p/mile rate staff can claim when they use their own cars for business (HMRC Rate).

Along with the cars, the money has also funded a dual 32Amp Electric Vehicle Charging Point (EVCP) with two parking bays at County Hall in Dorchester. The new EVCP will be open to the public, accessed via chargeyourcar.org.uk, a national network of public charging points.

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Saxon Square refurb goes ahead Following the completion of agreements, work is likely to start soon on the refurbishment of Saxon Square in Christchurch. The £4m plus improvements, and the plans for Travelodge to take over the empty medical centre building in the square and convert it into a hotel, can now move forward.

Cllr Ray Nottage, Leader of Christchurch Borough Council, said: “This is great news.

The refurbishment will enhance the work we have been carrying out to improve the town centre and will create a more modern retail space. It’s good to see that the medical centre,

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which has lain empty for more than 20 years, will now be used to attract more people to the town.”

The new agreements transfer the responsibility for the day-to-day management and maintenance of the square and malls away from the council, although the public toilets and public car park are retained by the local authority.

The council will have free use of the square for 75 days a year which, amongst other things, allows stalls from the Monday market to continue to use the square and for events to be held there.

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BUSINESS COMMUNITY UNITY - FERNDOWN STEPS UP

Charity of the year

THE OSBORNE CENTRE Hello Dear Readers,

© Kay Browning

Once again, it’s me Alan from the Bournemouth and District branch of the Multiple Sclerosis Society.

Many of our members, because of their illness, have a somewhat limited social life.

MS Volunteers

In order to help with this problem our branch runs the occasional day-trip for members. Previous outings have included visits to Longleat Safari Park, Marwell Zoo, Monkey World and the Weymouth Sea-life Centre. We have also run ‘away-days’ to Stourhead, Exbury Gardens and the London Eye. Imagine the work that goes into organising these days.

Arranging, selecting the maximum number of participating members (usually oversubscribed), through to the ticketing, organising vehicles, drivers and escorts for the day, first aid cover, lunch requirements etc, finishing up with the obligatory risk assessments. A huge task, which is undertaken by a loyal band of volunteers, in order to enhance the lives of disabled people. Wonderful, just wonderful.

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Who said volunteering was boring?

We simply could not exist without volunteers. We are so lucky to have them but we are always keen to recruit more. Drivers and escorts are always needed and looking at it logically, the more we have, the less each individual volunteer needs to give. So whether it’s a couple of hours one day a week, half a day twice a week or even more, we would love to hear from you.

If you don’t fancy the transport side of the branch how about helping in the Centre? Perhaps you could help with drinks and biscuits or even serve lunch to our members. If you’re creative, how about helping in the craft room? Just as important is simply being there and talking to members.

Remember, many don’t get the opportunity for a chat because they are lonely. Your ear could be invaluable.

Lastly, this month, I want to thank the community payback team for the work they do in keeping our transport fleet spick and span. These individuals often get bad press for their personal actions but to see them working hard looking after our adapted vehicles is heartwarming. It’s community payback at its best. Thanks gang.

Bye for now,

Next month: Alan Lindsay Christmas; President Fund-raisers Bournemouth and District Branch, MS Society Tel: 01202 570300 www.ms-bournemouth.co.uk

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October’s hearty event Ferndown Leisure Centre is teaming up with HEART UK - The Cholesterol Charity – during October to highlight the dangers of raised cholesterol and the importance of physical activity in keeping your heart and circulation in tip top condition.

Organised events include a Healthy Heart Gym Challenge throughout October and “cholesterol themed” motivation evenings to support HEART UK’s National Cholesterol WeekTM which takes place from October 14-20.

Ferndown Leisure Centre is one of a number of gyms that have pledged their support for HEART UK and hope to raise £15,000 to support the charities work.

Customers at the Centre will be asked at reception to make a small donation to HEART UK and anyone giving £3 or more will receive a free HEART UK sweatband. Gym users will also be encouraged to take part in the fun gym challenge to help improve their health and fitness and make sure their heart stays healthy.

To find out more contact the Centre on 01202 877468 or pop in and see the reception team.

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for the Festive Season With the Festive Season fast approaching, now is the time to get fit. To help you kick-start your new healthy living Ferndown Leisure Centre is offering a fantastic 3 month membership for only £99, through the month of October.

The 3 month kinetika membership, will give you full membership benefits including unlimited use of the gym, swimming pool and exercise classes. To help each member make the most of their visits, they are invited to take the ‘kinetika journey’ – a series of five one-to-one appointments with a qualified fitness instructor, who will explain how to use the pieces of equipment correctly and safely, discuss fitness goals and devise a personalised programme to follow.

General Manager, Andy, explains: “If you’re keen to start exercising on a regular basis, but not quite sure how it will fit into your daily schedule, a short term membership is just what you need. It offers excellent value for money and a perfect opportunity to use the facilities, find time in your weekly routine and get into the habit of working out, before signing up for a longer term commitment.”

To find out more about the three month membership offer running during October or for details about the centre and other activities available call Ferndown Leisure Centre on 01202 877468 email: enquiries@ferndownleisurecentre.co.uk or visit www.ferndownleisurecentre.co.uk

Disability Cricket

Building on the success of winning the trophy at the indoor cricket tournament, Ferndown Leisure Centre is continuing to work in partnership with Steve Bishop to launch an indoor disability cricket session on a weekly basis starting Friday 4 October 4.30-5.30pm. Contact Abbie Taylor on 01202 877468 or email abbietaylor@dcleisure.co.uk for more information.

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Forkfuls of good wishes

Public opinion opposes badger culling Team Badger has announced that the badger cull e-petition, which has been signed and promoted by Dorset Wildlife Trust and other organisations, has broken the record for the largest numbers of signatories ever to sign an HM Government e-petition.

Team Badger is a coalition of organisations that have joined together to fight the planned cull of badgers, with Queen guitarist Brian May, fronting their campaign.

An impressive total of 263,000 people have signed the e-petition to pledge their support against the badger cull policy the Government have put forward to control the spread of bovine tuberculosis (bTB) into cattle.

Individuals who support alternative methods instead of culling badgers include academics, public figures, naturalists, celebrities and many thousands of the general public.

Dorset Wildlife Trust has been inviting members of the public who want their voices to be heard about the badger cull to sign the e-petition.

Chief Executive for Dorset Wildlife Trust, Simon Cripps said: “Dorset Wildlife Trust has been outspoken in our opposition to badger culling in Dorset, and we will not allow badger culling on our land. We are sympathetic to farmers who have to deal with the devastating effects this disease has on cattle, and we continue to support alternative methods such as cattle vaccination, better bio security and badger vaccination. There is clearly a huge amount of public opinion against badger culling and we hope this petition will encourage the Government and the Dorset NFU to re-evaluate their culling policies to reflect the overwhelming scientific evidence that culling badgers is not an effective means of control.”

Defra’s estimates have found that a badger cull is likely to see at best a 16% net reduction of bTB in cattle, which leaves 84% of the problem not dealt with. There is also scientific evidence to suggest that the cull may spread the disease further, as it will increase movement and contact between infected cattle and badgers. It is for these reasons that Dorset Wildlife Trust believes that vaccination of cattle in the long term, and vaccination of badgers in the short term are a more effective means of controlling bovine tuberculosis (bTB) in cattle. Dorset Wildlife Trust is planning to start a badger vaccination programme later this year.

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Christchurch in bloom shines through Christchurch Borough Council has come away with a silver gilt in the Small Coastal Town category in this year’s South & South East In Bloom Awards.

Christchurch also won a gold for Stanpit Marsh Nature Reserve in the Conservation Area category while the Friends of Christchurch Station received a ‘Thriving’ commendation in the ‘It’s Your Neighbourhood’ category.

The judges for the In Bloom awards, Ken Turner and Kelvin Mason, were shown around the borough in July. At the time they commented on how Christchurch was a well-respected and looked-after town and

how impressed they were by the number of volunteers involved in the different organisations.

Cllr Margaret Phipps, portfolio holder for Environment at Christchurch Council, said: “This is another great achievement which shows how the Council working in partnership with members of the community can really make the town look its best. This summer we have also seen how the beautiful wild flowers we planted at various sites have received many positive remarks. I would like to thank everyone who has been involved in making sure Christchurch continues to look so attractive.”

Lamp unveiled at carnival parade Ringwood’s mayor Cllr Steve Rippon-Swaine headed the town’s carnival parade on 21 September. There was a brief stop in the market place for the formal unveiling of the council’s restoration project, the Jubilee Lamp, originally erected to celebrate the Jubilee of Queen Victoria. The lamp has be brought back as close as possible to its original condition so it remains an iconic feature.

The mayor said he was greatly privileged to be able to perform two very pleasant duties, “It is at times like this that I fully appreciate the privilege of holding the office of town mayor.”

Triathlete competes with the best Ferndown girl Lucy Brain has continued her success in triathlon. After winning her age group in the South West of England she had a strong performance in the Nationals and has been selected to join the South West Academy. This is a group of the best 12 young triathletes in the South West of England who have been selected for their talent and potential. Lucy has had a great season and is grateful to her coaches at Swim Bournemouth and Poole Athletics Club and to Pedals Cycle Centre of Ferndown for supplying and maintaining her Scott Foil bike.

The photograph shows Lucy first out of the water at the Nationals and transitioning on to the bike.

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Spades and forks may not be everyone’s idea of a romantic archway, but it was a horticultural dream for Linda Barlow and Ivan Gill from Bearwood. The couple met three years ago at (From left) Tanya Judd Haskins Garden Centre at Longham, where presents the wedding they both work: Ivan as a goods inward driver cake to Linda and Ivan with the guard of honour and Linda as a plants assistant. When Ivan proposed on one knee on Poole Quay, Linda immediately said ‘yes’.

They were married on 6 September and before they left for the registry office, colleagues joined to make a ceremonial arch with garden forks and spades in their honour. Haskins’ chef de partie Tanya Judd also presented a wedding cake as a wedding gift from the company.

General Manager Simon Morris said, “We wish Linda and Ivan a very happy life together and we are delighted that they will both continue to be a valued part of our team.”

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RESULTS

Following judging of the entries in this year’s Ferndown in Bloom, a prize presentation took place on 26 September at Haskins Centre, the main sponsors of the competition.

BEST FIRST TIME ENTRY 1st 2 Southdown Way West Moors - £50 Haskins gift vouchers Runner Up: 1 Robinswood Drive Ferndown BEST FRONT GARDEN 1st 1 Mayfield Close Ferndown - £100 Haskins gift vouchers 2nd 7 Everglades Close - £75 Haskins gift vouchers 3rd 114 Dorset Avenue - £25 Haskins gift vouchers

BEST PARK HOME, SHELTERED ACCOMODATION, GARDEN, PATIO OR BALCONY 1st 36 Homelands House - £75 Haskins gift vouchers Joint Runners Up (£25 Haskins gift vouchers to be split): Homelands House Garden Club and Homelands House Garden Club 114 Dorset Avenue BEST BUSINESS, RETAIL, COMMERCIAL OR PUBLIC HOUSE sponsored by mags4dorset 1st The Nightjar - half page business profile including photograph, worth £350 NEW ALLOTMENT (result unavailable at time of going to print) PHOTOGRAPHY COMPETITION (result unavailable at time of going to print)

TALLEST SUNFLOWER sponsored by mags4dorset Despite all the sunshine this summer, the sunflowers were smaller and less luscious than in previous years. The clear winner was Homelands House Garden Club at 525 Ringwood Road. Their flowers were nurtured by Ron Pearce and the tallest reached the dizzy height of 8’ 9”. The prize for this splendid effort was £50 worth of Haskins gift vouchers Last year’s winner, Amberwood at 424 Ringwood Road, was this year’s runner up, the tallest flower was grown by Joyce and measured a lofty 7’ 8”.

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ongratulations to Marcus Lovesey, aged 14, the winner of the Category III Championships at Dorset Golf & Country Club on 2 September. An achievement for any youngster, but in Marcus’ case, quite a remarkable one. He has learning difficulties and has a plus 10 eyesight.

Proud father Peter, a former golf professional said, “Marcus can’t see further than 150 yards, yet he’s won 9 out of 11 tournaments in the last four months and seven of those were adult ones including the prestigious Canford School Golf Club Masters.”

Peter explains that his son is a relative newcomer to the sport with just three years’ experience, yet he’s excelled. “He’s come down from a 21 handicap to 12 in a matter of months and my ambition is to get him down to scratch in the next three years and then out to America.”

Peter turned down the opportunity to go to the United States when he was 18, but he has high hopes for Marcus. “They have all the facilities out there as well as the weather and most importantly they teach you to be positive and that’s 90% of golf – all in the mind.”

Marcus lives in West Moors and attends St Peter’s School in Southbourne. His home club is Canford School and he’s a member of Ferndown Golf Club. Keep an eye on this young man’s golfing career, he is certainly gifted.

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Official opening with the Mayor of Ferndown Cllr John Lewis

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Though very much part of Bournemouth, Winton and Moordown remain distinct and individual. The bustling mile or so of shops and businesses enjoys a strong community spirit. There is plenty of roadside parking, car parks and bus stops along the route with pubs, takeaways, restaurants and cafés. Offering a variety of lovely shops, you will discover that Winton and Moordown will attract you back again and again.

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CJI Clothing Ltd - has grown in the last 3 years and has now moved into the old pet shop in Moordown, 886 Wimborne Road.

Now supplying 6 local schools with clothing/accessories: Christ The King, Moordown St John’s, The Epiphany, St Luke’s, St Walburga’s, Winton Arts & Media College.

CJI Clothing sponsors and supplies clothing to the Dorset Youth Cricket as well as 50 cricket teams nationwide.

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On your marks, get set, GO… Lewis-Manning Hospice in Poole is inviting people to get out their training shoes on 20 October and join the ‘Time To Care’ 10K, 5K and Kids K running event at Bournemouth Seafront.

The charity, which offers free specialist palliative nursing care to local people living with cancer and other life-limiting illnesses, is organising the fundraiser where participants can choose one of the multi-ability seafront routes to run, walk or jog in memory or support of a loved one.

The run is open to both serious runners and fun runners, with children in strollers also welcome (under 16s must be accompanied by an adult).

Registration is £15, £10 and £2.50, depending on the distance, and includes a hospice T-shirt and medal. Suggested minimum sponsorship is £25 per adult and £10 per child but every penny counts, so whatever supporters can contribute will be welcomed by the hospice.

For information and to register visit www.timetocare10k.eventbrite.com or call 01202 708470.

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Fitness fun day goes with a bounce

Matthew Maidment enjoying the space hopper course

Dorset Taekwondo

Tigers

Start of the Family Bike Ride with the Mayor of Christchurch, Cllr John Lofts and the Mayor of New Milton , Neil Tungate, at the front

Hundreds of families went to Christchurch Quay on Saturday for the annual Fit Christchurch Fun Day organised by Christchurch Council.

They enjoyed a host of activities and were also treated to thrilling demonstrations from Dorset Taekwondo Tigers and Beat Company.

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Many fitness organisations were there to encourage people to find a new way to get fit and lead a healthier lifestyle and NHS staff gave blood pressure, weight and BMI checks as well as healthy eating advice.

The day also included a family bike ride from Christchurch Quay to Mudeford Quay and back.

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ystery dog Susie is searching for a new home. She arrived at Waggy Tails from the dog pound and shortly afterwards gave birth to two healthy pups, Lenny and Summer. They have new homes and Susie would like one too.

Nobody knows Susie’s background, but she is friendly and responsive, good on a short lead and requires a couple of hours exercise a day. She will need to be

Can you give Susie a home?

trained on recall and would be best in a home without children or other pets.

To find out more, call Waggy Tails Rescue on 01202 875000 or pop along to a presentation day at West Parley Memorial Hall, Christchurch Road, West Parley (near Hurn Airport) on the first Saturday of every month at 9.45am. Talks also given to schools or groups call the above number for details.

Loggerhead spotted off Portland Bill

The last reported sighting of a loggerhead turtle in Dorset was in 1938, so when John Davies saw one off Portland Bill in August, he reported it to the Marine Conservation Society (MCS).

Dr Peter Richardson, MCS Biodiversity Programme Manger, says: “Dead or dying stray juvenile loggerheads are regularly recorded washing up on UK beaches during winter months, but this sighting of an apparently healthy, larger, live animal at sea is of real interest.”

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Ferndown Sixth Formers Achieve Top Grades!

In the summer of 2013 a record 70% of post16 students were awarded the top grades of A*-C at A-level with many progressing to higher education, and most of them going to their first choice university.

Ferndown students succeeded in gaining places at Imperial College, Warwick, Cardiff, Southampton and York universities, amongst others.

The school offers a full range of Level 2 and 3 courses and welcomes applications from students from other schools. A strong pastoral system ensures that students joining for the first time in Year 12 soon make new friends and are fully supported by staff. A very popular Level 2 programme is running

for students who prefer BTEC courses and need to improve their Maths and English.

There is a Sixth Form Information evening on Wednesday 23 October starting at 6.00pm, when the courses on offer will be outlined and students will be able to see for themselves what makes Ferndown special and to experience the warm welcome and ‘family atmosphere’ that the school’s Sixth Formers enjoy.

Call Ferndown Upper School today on 01202 871243 Ext 255.

For more information please see the school’s website Sixth Form pages: www.fernup.dorset.sch.uk

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Beechwood Dental Practice in Boscombe now offers discreet facial aesthetics clinics every other Friday afternoon from 12.30pm until 5pm.

They offer 3 areas of wrinkle reduction for £135 to reduce the appearance of forehead furrows, frown and laughter lines and creases around the eyes.

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There’s no shortage of fashion trends to fall in love with this autumn so don’t be afraid to experiment with colours and textures.

Pink is in, with a shade for every occasion: dusky, pale, bubblegum, sugary pastel. It’s a gorgeous colour so use it to your advantage. It’s even ‘Wear it Pink’ day on Friday 25 October* when you can show off your latest up to the minute purchase.

In contrast, emerald green was chosen as the top colour for 2013 and it can be striking. But if you’re not comfortable with the shade, make it play a smaller role – try a handbag or pair of high heels.

Florals are in, but they’ve gone dark for the colder weather with blues and rich reds set against black and navy.

Classic houndstooth and tartan are still trending. Tweed

Clarins Graphic Expression Autumn Make-Up Collection at Simply Beauty

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has been feminised providing elegant style and was prominent on the catwalks in Paris and London, following the legendary influence of Coco Chanel. Riding style boots and ankle boots with sheepskin trim are prevalent, and gorgeous leather bags from Bolla will perfectly complement your look.

Indulge in your wild side and make an impact with giraffe or leopard, trimmed with snuggly faux fur. Animal prints have been trending a while so you’ve probably already got something in your wardrobe. Now’s your chance to add a new version to your jungle in dusky pink or red.

And to top off your wardrobe, add a lick of colour with a scarf or two.

Have fun with fashion this autumn and enjoy.

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Classic, stylish and timeless REDKEN PRODUCT RANGE at Miris

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* Wear it Pink day - the perfect chance to show off your pink wardrobe.

It’s the Breast Cancer Campaign’s biggest (and pinkest) fundraiser and you can register at www.wearitpink.org or call 0800 107 3104 to find out more. Follow Annette Brooke MP’s example.

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Save the 844 Heatherlands School Bus Parents are making a last bid to save the 844 bus that takes children from the Heatherlands Estate in Ferndown to the local first and middle schools.

The bus is under threat of being withdrawn as part of the revisions being made

by Dorset County Council to subsidised bus services in the area. A consultation was held by Dorset County Council, which closed on 24 September.

The 844 is a public bus service used by those who are not entitled to free school transport under the 3 mile rule, so they pay bus fare along with other passengers.

However, parents believe the alternative of walking to school is not an option.

Mum, Debbie Marlow whose daughter is fouryears-old says, “She can’t possibly be expected to walk the 1.8 miles twice a day to get to school and back. There

is no other viable transport for me to get her to school as I don’t drive.”

Debbie’s only option would be to catch the public bus at 7.38am with her daughter. It means they will arrive at school 30-40 minutes early and she says, “On bad weather days.

Where would we go? There is no shelter anywhere.” The return bus home is either at 2.44pm or 4.47pm.

“This 844 school bus is not a luxury it’s a necessity,” says Debbie who currently pays £15 per week using a key card for the service. She says, “The adult single fare is £1.70 (parents have to travel with first school children – rightly so), children over seven pay £1 single, £1.80 return. I only have one child

using the bus, many parents have to pay for two or more children, plus themselves.”

Deputy town mayor, Cllr Steve Lugg is very concerned. He said, “The proposal to cut the subsidy for the 844 bus transporting children from the Heatherlands Estate to first and middle schools is both faulty and unhelpful. There will be no cost-saving as the families will face real social, economic and environmental problems.

“In some cases, parents will simply be unable to work.

“In addition, headteachers of the first and middle schools are clear that attendance will be affected. Laid on top of this issue, is the continuing deafening silence at County Hall to Ferndown residents’ insistence that HGVs be re-routed out of the town centre, and off Ringwood Road.

“To force more children and parents onto this road walking and cycling is simply dangerous. We need a safe crossing out of the Heatherlands Estate and a Cycle Route to school now.

“Spending cuts are required, but penalising the most vulnerable is simply not acceptable.”

A Dorset County Council spokesman said, “The county council’s Cabinet is considering proposals to reduce public transport subsidies and the removal of the 844 is one of the proposals due to be considered at its meeting on 6 November 2013.” He further explained about the consultation, which was held to determine the possible impact of the proposals.

Chelsea fans will love this auction Verwood’s Mayor, Cllr Peter Richardson, is organising an auction at Verwood Sports & Social Club on Saturday 19 October to raise money for his chosen charities. Lots include: 4 tickets for the Chelsea / Southampton football match at Chelsea on 1 December, signed footballs from Chelsea and Bournemouth for last year’s teams, a £50 voucher for DIY supplies, designer sun-glasses, a signed oil painting, whisky, wine and more. The auction starts at 7.30pm, tickets £7.50 or £12 for a couple. Tickets include welcome drink and light refreshments. Bar available. Charities are: Verwood Stroke Club, Wessex Assisting Dogs, Action for Hearing Loss (RNID)

Navitus Bay Wind Park - next step

The controversial Navitus Bay Wind Park is moving a step closer to becoming reality. Navitus Bay Development Ltd is putting in for a development consent order for the wind park located off the Dorset and Hampshire coast. The application relates to: up to 218 offshore wind turbines and foundations, up to 3 offshore sub stations, up to one meteorological mast, offshore and onshore cables, other items. Full details at www. info@navitusbay.com. A number of public exhibitions and consultations have recently been held. Anyone wanting to make a response or representation must do so before 5pm on 11 October 2013. There is a feedback form on the website.

Postal representations can be made to FREEPOST NAVITUS BAY WIND PARK.

Car parking consultation

Now’s your chance to have a say on the subject of public parking in the centres of Wimborne, Ferndown, Verwood and West Moors.

Forming part of a district-wide parking study, data from surveys and face-to-face interviews will be analysed by consultants. As well as looking at the current arrangements, the study will also look at changes that may be needed to satisfy future parking requirements over the next 15 years.

Take part now at www.surveymonkey.com/s/ eastdorsetpublic Or ask for a paper copy from the Engineering Section of East Dorset District Council by calling 01202 886201.

Don’t delay, the questionnaire is only open for comments until 11 October 2013.

The final report will be accessible to the public next year.

TIC petition handed to EDDC

A petition with over 4,000 signatures to save the Wimborne Tourist Information Centre in its present form, was presented to the Resources Committee of East Dorset District Council at the Council Offices in Furzehill on 25 September.

Anthony Oliver MBE who started the petition with town crier Chris Brown said, “Whilst it is good news that the Priest’s House Museum will take over the running of the TIC while the council will fund a manager for three years, this will not save the five part time members of staff, as a group of volunteers will be set up to run the Information Centre as part of the Priest’s House Museum. The petition calls on councillors to ‘preserve the status quo’ by overturning the recommendations that appear to have been made by the Chief Executive and Senior Officers of the Council.”

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Wrap up in your winter coats and head down to Boscombe beach with your four-legged friends on 26 October at 10am. Waggy Tails, Autism Wessex and Upperdog are coming together to raise money for Dorset-based charities by completing a sponsored dog walk from Boscombe Pier to Bournemouth Pier. Called 'Dogs Day Out,' the walk is sponsored by Upperdog. To register visit www.upperdog.co.uk/charity events or call 01202 853642. All money raised will be split between two charities; Waggy Tails and Autism Wessex.

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Amateur Photographer 2013 is announced

Congratulations to Annie Chambers the winner of the mags4dorset amateur photographic competition sponsored by Ferndown Photographics

ood Bee in Verw unn M n he © Step

Posing at sunset at Mudeford Harbour © Iain Hunter

Donna, Annie and James at the presentation at Ferndown Photographics

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udges, James Edgar owner of Ferndown Photographics and professional photographer Donna Nicholson, Paradox Photography had over 100 entries to deliberate over before reaching their decision.

Annie’s stunning shot of a robin, ‘I’ve got my beady eye on your crumbs’ taken at Manor Farm, Netley ticked all the boxes, and is featured on our front cover.

When Annie collected her prize - a GEX400 camera - she said, “I love taking photographs, but I’m not technically minded.”

Although Annie has dabbled for 30 years, she has never been a member of a club and was really pleased to have won the competition.

“Photography makes you look at everything with a different eye,” she added.

Stephen Munn from Verwood with his photograph of a bee taken in Verwood came a close second and third was Iain Hunter from Christchurch with a swan ‘Posing at sunset at Mudeford Harbour.’

Both will feature on the front cover of 4Dorset in the coming months.

I’ve got my beady eye on your crumbs © Annie Chambers

There were so many excellent entries that mags4dorset’s directors, Ben and Janine Pulford, decided to award ‘Highly Commended’ to a further four entrants. These were:

Stephen Eleftheriou, Christchurch – Dorset Lizard at Three Legged Cross/Moors Valley bridlepath

Nigel Bridle, Wimborne Hover Fly in Wimborne

© Nigel Bridle

© Katy Norman (14)

© Nigel Hurll

Katy Norman (14), Ferndown - ‘snails in the Purbecks’

Nigel Hurll, Ringwood - Little Ringed Plover at Blashford Lakes

© Stephen Eleftheriou

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PAUL MERTON’S “ IMPRO CHUMS

It’s such a joy performing with the Chums. Our motto is: if it’s funny, it’s justified

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hen I met Paul Merton and his Impro Chums it was like being treated to a command performance of the terrific improvised show that is coming to the Bournemouth Pavilion on 22 October. The joy of the show lies in the fact that it is totally unplanned.

The troupe have established a very loyal following. “You never see tired impro, and that’s what audiences love,” reckons Paul, who for the past two decades has enjoyed huge success as a team captain on BBC1’s enduringly popular topical quiz, ‘Have I Got News For You’.

Paul concludes, “It’s such a joy performing with the Chums. Our motto is: if it’s funny, it’s justified.

That spirit of ‘anything can happen’ will continue. With good health, we can carry on for years. With this show, there is no inbuilt obsolescence – apart from our own inbuilt obsolescence!”

Paul starts by singing the praises of a format that requires no preparation whatsoever. “I haven’t written a joke for 25 years,” laughs the comedian, who for the past quarter of a century has also been a pivotal member of that other hugely popular impro group, The Comedy Store Players.

“We don’t have any scripts or props.

Paul Merton and Impro Chums On one occasion, I remember the comedian Owen O’Neill was astounded that with absolutely no preparation we were about to do a show in front of 1000 people in Glasgow that would have them cheering from the rafters. Now other comedians like Phill Jupitus and Marcus Brigstocke have started doing impro with us. ‘Hang on,’ they say, ‘you don’t have to write any jokes and you do it with your mates? Where do we sign?’”

The Chums’ close friendship and mutual understanding, built up over the last 25 years, is almost telepathic and endows the troupe with a wonderful on-stage chemistry.

They certainly have a tremendous capacity for keeping the show fresh. Paul explains that, “as a performer, you can never be bored because you’ve never heard it before and you’re doing something that five seconds ago you didn’t know you were going to do. To paraphrase Samuel Johnson, if you are bored of impro, you’re bored of life!”

Audiences get a rare thrill from the show, too. They revel in the fact that they can make suggestions that the Chums immediately act out. They also relish the fact that the performers are clearly having the time of their lives up there on stage. And they are delighted that the show is being created uniquely for them – they know it will never be repeated.

Paul Merton’s Impro Chums tour details at www.paulmerton.com

COMPETITION COMPETITION COMPETITION

Two different books – one competition A Wartime Christmas By best selling author Carol Rivers Published by Simon and Schuster It’s Christmas 1941 on the Isle of Dogs. The little community at Slater Street has fought valiantly to keep their spirits up through the long nights of the Blitz. Although her husband, Alan, has been called up to serve his country, Kay Lewis is determined to give her young son Alfie and his friend Vi a merry a Christmas as any other.

But when a strange woman and her son arrive on her doorstep, Kay’s world is shaken to the core.

Could the terrible accusations that Dolly makes about Alan be true?

Could he really have been leading a double life without her realising? Has he really stolen a large sum of money from Dolly and her son, Sean?

Then Alan is reported missing in action. With no way of discovering the truth, Kay will have some difficult decisions to make if she is to protect her family and keep her faith in the man she thought she knew.

Aggracore An illustrated novel

By Janine Pulford Published by Pulford Paperbacks Dragged from Earth through a tunnel of leaves, 17-year-old Zee finds himself in a surreal and frightening world where everything is black-and-white.

His girlfriend, Maritza, is held hostage and Zee is told if he wants to see her again, he must lead a quest to release the hidden colours of Aggracore. To succeed, Zee has to complete 11 tasks in 11 different lands. In each land he will find one of his mates to help. But from the moment the quest begins, time is running out.

With over 50 bizarre lands to cross – where nothing is as black-and-white as it seems – Zee and his friends plunge headlong into danger.

Their journey is complicated by love, death and a turmoil of emotions. Ever present are the predatory and sinister Gnomonites – they don’t capture prisoners, they convert them – and the last thing they want is for the colours to be returned to Aggracore.

Here is your chance to win a signed hardback copy of ‘A Wartime Christmas’ by Carol Rivers and a signed paperback of ‘Aggracore’ by Janine Pulford. The value of the prize is £28.99.

All you have to do is answer the following questions: a) b)

In what part of London is a Wartime Christmas set?

What must Zee release on his quest?

Enter at www.mags4dorset.co.uk or send your answers to: Book competition, mags4dorset, 1st Floor, King George V Pavilion, Peter Grant Way, Ferndown, Dorset BH22 9EN. Close date is 21 October 2013.

The first correct entry drawn will be the winner. There is no cash alternative. The editor’s decision is final. Employees of Page & Pulford Ltd are not permitted to enter.

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t might need a little reorganisation and a de-clutter. We all live with our own mess, but the chances are, you won’t miss it when it’s gone.

De-cluttering will also make room for new possibilities. Reorganize anything that is no longer working for you. Maybe you need to keep your coffee cups in a different cupboard, or plug your kettle into a different socket to make life easier. If something you use regularly is stored too high, put it in a more convenient place. Less stress for you means a happier home.

Renew tired looking woodwork with a clean and polish – buy a good furniture polish and love your wooden objects. Rehang and rearrange pictures - theme artwork and group it with furniture to create a focal point. Don’t hang your pictures too high. The top of a large frame should be a little over over 5’.

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Move ornaments to new locations – you will see them in a new light.

Accessorize – renew cushions, throws, flower arrangements, candles and inspiring art. Any of these will freshen your home and need not cost a lot. Renew your paintwork – try a different colour.

Add something new – replace an ageing coffee table, or buy a beautiful vase or lamp to fill a corner.

Taking risks with your home décor can be exhilarating.

Sometimes, stepping out of your comfort zone and being adventurous can re-energize your house. You could be daring with a colour scheme or introduce a few bold patterns.

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By carrying out all or some of these ideas, you can freshen your home and lift your spirits. So finally, you can rejoice!

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what’s on

Details were correct at the time of going to print but readers are advised to check before attending.

5 & 6 October

17 October 10am

Cranborne Woodfair, Breamore House, near Fordingbridge. See the wood for the trees – great fun, food, masses to do and discover. Tickets online www.woodfair.org.uk or ring 08452 305177.

12 October 10am

Bulb planting along Ringwood Road Ferndown.

Residents and councillors should meet at No 288.

Please bring your own gardening tools.

12 October 11am and 12 noon

Poppy Walk through Ferndown town centre organised

by Ferndown British Legion. All ages. Junior walk (1 mile) starts at 11am for families and children (pushchairs allowed). Furry friends to find on the route, questions and special treats for everyone who finishes. Seniors walk (5 miles) starts at 12 noon for older children, schools, sports and local clubs. Special prize for the best t-shirt worn on the day. Money raised will be donated to the Poppy Appeal 2013.

Details at www.rblferndown.org

15 October 7.30pm

Dracula at the Layard Theatre, Wimborne. An adaption of Bram Stoker’s classic tale by John Inman.

Tickets £13, conc £11. Box office 01202 847525.

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Urban Wildlife Volunteer Work Party. Meet at the Urban Wildlife Centre, Beacon Hill Lane, Corfe Mullen, Wimborne, BH21 3RX. [SY 978 951]. Join with Dorset Wildlife Trust at the Urban Wildlife Centre, Beacon Hill for practical conservation work; all tools and training provided. For details contact Andy Fale on 07970 552673 or the Urban Wildlife Centre on 01202 692033.

17 October 7.30pm

The Birds of the Gambia an illustrated talk by Richard Hesketh. This is a Dorset Wildlife Trust event and will be held at the Baptist Church Hall, Christchurch (behind the church).

18 October 7.30pm

Event organised by Colehill Community Library: Wildlife on My Doorstep by Brian Pettit at St Michael’s Church Hall, Colehill. Suggested donation £3.

22 October

Paul Merton’s Impro Chums at the Pavilion, Bournemouth. Box Office: 0849 576 3000 or visit www.bic.co.uk Paul Merton’s new autumn tour with his world renowned Impro Chums and some special guests. They will create a unique comedy show based on suggestions from the audience. Box office 0849 576 3000.

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25 October

Bournemouth Orchid Society – Ian Parsons gives an expert’s account of Chinese Cymbidiums. Contact Ken Griffiths 01425 672492 for further details. Venue is in Christchurch Road, Bournemouth.

26 October 10.30am and 12 noon

Tours of the Regent Centre, Christchurch with Lorna Rees. Visit areas that are normally off limits to the general public.

26 October from 6pm

Flameburst 2013 sponsored by Dorset Windows at the ‘Fuzzy Bit’, Verwood BH31 6QF. Free car park, funfair, hog roast and more. £4 (Under 3s free). Tickets available locally. Visit www.flameburst.co.uk for more details.

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Following the cancellation of Wimborne Food Festival, the town is holding Wimborne 10, which will include Wimborne Food Week. Demonstrations and promotions throughout the town.

3 November 2.30pm

Variety Remembrance at the Barrington Theatre, Ferndown – A salute to HM Forces, their families and friends. A moving ceremony. Box Office: 01202 894858

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CLAIRVOYANT EVENINGS NEW AT THE BARRINGTON

CLASSIC CLAPTON Regent Centre, Christchurch

7 September 2013 Review by Janine Pulford

A blinder of a concert. This tribute act (After Midnight) formed 28 years ago and this was their first time playing in Christchurch. Lead guitarist/vocals Mike Hall has an uncanny resemblance to Clapton and has clearly studied the great man’s stance as well as his music.

The band kicked off with ‘After Midnight’ (written by the late JJ Cale who died in July). The classics flowed like a river: ‘Lay Down Sally, ‘While My Guitar Gently Weeps,’ ‘I Feel Free,’ ‘Little Wing,’ Wonderful Tonight’.

Superb and seemingly effortless guitar playing, great harmonies and an appreciative full house made this an evening of solid sound to remember. Mike and the band: Dave Robson (bass/vocals), Paul Warren (keyboards) and Danny Davison (drums) produced an epic play out of ‘White Room’ (Cream) to end the first half.

The best of the best continued through the second set, ‘I Shot the Sheriff,’ ‘Cocaine,’ ‘Sunshine of Your Love,’ ‘Promises,’ and an audience who proved they could sing a good chorus line too. As the end approached, my only seed of doubt was whether or not they could pull off the all time great ‘Layla,’ but their version was slick. A couple of encores later and the show was over. The gig seemed to pass in a flash.

Mike has a friendly and inclusive manner and gave a number of shout outs to his fans, including Andrew – a fan for the last 23 years; Gary Theobald from the Regent Centre; and to my great surprise Janine Pulford (yes, me) the editor of mags4dorset got a shout out too. Thanks Mike! He also took time out to meet his fans after the show. If you love Clapton, this is a mustsee tribute act. Visit www.classic-clapton.com

ELIOT WALKER AND FELICITY CRABB

REGENT APPOINTS DEPUTY MANAGER

The Guiding Light will be bringing a new event to the Barrington Centre, Ferndown. Demonstrations of clairvoyance and mediumship will be held once a month starting on Saturday 19 October with Psychic Medium Lynn Hooper. The next will be with Vickie Driver, Clairvoyant Medium on 16 November.

The informal, friendly events are for people who are interested in receiving or listening to messages from spirit.

At the end of the evening, free tea or coffee with biscuits is available when you can mix with like minded people in a relaxed and informal way. Experienced mediums will be available to talk to you and explain further if you wish.

Doors open at 7pm, start 7.30pm prompt - no late entries please. Entry £6 on the door or £5 in advance at the Barrington Centre, Pennys Walk, Ferndown, BH22 9TH - 01202 894 858.

The Regent Centre in Christchurch has appointed its first ever deputy manager, Felicity Crabb.

She will be supporting the manager, Eliot Walker and will have particular responsibility for marketing, customer service, volunteer recruitment and the box office.

Having grown up in Christchurch, she is no stranger to the Regent. Joining the team has also been a real family affair: her grandmother, Eunice, has been a box office volunteer since June 1983, whilst Felicity’s father, Paul, is practice manager at Filer Knapper - the Regent’s accountants.

Previously, Felicity was Youth Arts Development Manager with Hampshire Museums and Galleries Trust where she was part of a three year Big Lottery project to engage 14–24-year-olds in Hampshire libraries, museums, galleries, discovery and art centres. Her experience will form the basis of attracting more young people to join existing audiences at the Regent. She was also the former Head Host at Lighthouse, Poole and has been a guest speaker on engaging young people at Bournemouth University, the Museum of London and NADFAS Youth Arts Seminar.

Felicity hit the ground running, meeting the 150 strong volunteer workforce and planning an exciting series of future projects and funding campaigns for the Regent Centre.

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MIGHTY

MOTORING

MARVELS

By Stephen Turvil

Good news. The Chevrolet Trax 1.4T AWD LT is more versatile than a Swiss Army Tool. It is, however, much harder to attach to a key-ring.

This beauty’s strengths include its four-wheeldrive system, which is invaluable when the road is wet, icy, etc. It makes towing a caravan or trailer easier too. However, despite this and the muscular off-road styling, this sports utility vehicle is not a hard-core mud plunger. The low front bumper alone ensures that.

On the plus side, the handling is everything a motorist could reasonably expect for the class. As such the steering is nicely weighted, there is very little body roll, and the ride is comfortable except over particularly nasty bumps that not even a Swiss Army Tool can fix.

Power comes from a 140PS turbocharged

Chevrolet Trax 1.4T AWD LT petrol unit that propels torque through smooth sixspeed manual transmission. The result is 0-62mph in 9.8 seconds which is more than respectable. This engine also averages 44.1mpg, manages 50.4mpg on the extra-urban cycle, and returns 36.2mpg in town. These figures are reasonable but hardly trailblazing. More importantly, the petrol engine is far quieter than the diesel powered alternative that is surprisingly intrusive for a brand new vehicle.

Good news. The Chevrolet Trax 1.4T AWD LT has a spacious cabin that comfortably seats four people. Rear legroom is particularly impressive considering the vehicle’s modest footprint.

Furthermore, cargo capacity is 356-litres rising to 1,370-litres when the rear seats are folded flat.

That is similar to (say) a Volkswagen Golf Hatchback.

There are plenty of cubby holes too – so motorists

No Excuse on A31 The Dorset Road Safe Partnership project ‘no excuse’ team worked with colleagues from the Hampshire Safer Road units on 10 September along the A31. They actively targeted bad and inconsiderate drivers after both counties had received complaints from the public about driving standards on the road.

The team, accompanied by representatives from the media, carried out operations along the A31 using a mix of Safety Camera vans, marked and unmarked motorcycles and cars.

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can easily store Swiss Army Tools throughout the cabin. And there is more. Some modern cars have complicated dashboards that baffle motorists. This can be a particular problem for those most familiar with old/basic vehicles. But not the Chevrolet Trax.

Its layout is familiar and intuitive but still looks modern thanks to the large digital display behind the steering wheel that confirms the vehicle’s speed, etc.

This high-spec trim has plenty of other toys too.

Highlights include the automatic headlights and a system that monitors tyre pressure (very important).

These features complement the: cruise control that incorporates a speed limiter, the USB/iPod connections, the rear parking sensors, and the hillstart system that prevents the car rolling backwards when it moves-off from inclines. Who needs a Swiss Army Tool?

On the Dorset side of the border 115 motorists were detected speeding, seven were caught using hand held devices, four were reported for not wearing seatbelts, one person was caught driving without an MOT and one driver was reported for driving without due care and attention.

The majority of those caught accepted they had committed the offence and the majority will be offered the opportunity to attend the Driver Awareness Scheme (DAS) course (fee of £110) rather than the Fixed Penalty (£100 and 3 Points).

One lady caught travelling at 75mph in a 50mph zone accepted her ticket and explained she was speeding because she was late for church.

The editor of 4Dorset, Janine Pulford, was an observer in an unmarked car that pulled over two motorists. Janine said, “The police have a very effective method of checking a vehicle’s speed by pointing a small hand-held laser gun at it. In a split second it calculates how fast the vehicle is travelling. In both cases, it was obvious the cars were moving much faster than the rest of the traffic. One was driving at 64mph and the other 75mph in a 50 limit. They accepted their penalty tickets without question.

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and it’s not until you stop and observe traffic that you realise how many people appear to disregard the speed limit.

With the tragic accidents that happen on the roads as a result, a campaign like this will slow people down. As well as speeding, the police were on the lookout for drink drivers, motorists using mobile phones and those not wearing seat belts.”

Chief Inspector Tim Lumley, Head of Dorset Police Traffic, said: “It was a good opportunity to work with colleagues from Hampshire responding to concerns from the public on a road that crosses the border of both counties. I believe the majority of drivers do not set out to break the law, however for the minority, it is a wilful disregard for the safety of other road users, pedestrians and indeed themselves. We will continue to police the roads based on intelligence through enforcement and education, whichever is appropriate.”

Brian Austin, Project Manager for ‘no excuse’, said: “The attitude of those stopped by officers in the majority was good and the way the officers dealt with them was well received. Most of those stopped understood they had committed offences and did not offer any argument. If we can get those caught on the DAS course and offer some guidance on safer driving, everybody benefits.”

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RUSSELL GRANT’S October 2013

ARIES 21 March–20 April Expand your horizons around the 7th by sampling some foreign cuisine. The 8th is perfect for hammering out a compromise between you and a business or romantic partner. Don’t discuss sensitive subjects like religion or politics around the 10th. Moving to a bigger place will go well on or around the 12th.

Step up your fitness routine at mid-month; the results will be impressive. Let a friend introduce you to a new book or movie near the 16th. Family won’t be very supportive of a personal decision on the 18th. You’ll be rewarded for doing extra work at the end of the month.

TAURUS 21 April–21 May You will do battle with a bureaucratic organisation in the days surrounding the 18th.

Support that was promised to you will suddenly be withdrawn, forcing you to find other ways to attain your objectives. Suddenly, it will feel like you’re walking a tightrope without a net. Fortunately, you have friends in high places. Lean on a business or romantic partner when the going gets rough. Fill out applications for grants and scholarships as October comes to a close. Your efforts will not be wasted.

GEMINI 22 May–21 June A troubled friendship will fall by the wayside around the 18th.

You can no longer tolerate an old friend’s erratic behaviour.

Once this troublemaker leaves your life, you’ll have so much more time for the activities you love. It will make you realise just how draining this relationship was, and how right you were to end it.

Thinking of moving to a bigger place? The final days of October are ideal for finding a spacious, beautiful abode.

CANCER 22 June–23 July Be aggressive in financial talks at mid-month. You won’t get paid what you are worth unless you push your agenda.

Pushy behaviour is pretty alien to you, but it does serve a purpose. Resist the urge to accept a job that involves lots of pressure. Although you’d probably be successful in this position, you really don’t want to sacrifice your personal happiness for the sake of an impressive title. Besides, you know what it’s like to work for a demanding boss. Do you really want to subject yourself to another such nightmare?

LEO 24 July–23 August Beware of sending an angry email or text message around the 5th. Diplomacy is key during this sensitive period.

Being able to withstand the insults of an oppressive authority figure will pay off. Someone who admires your grace under fire will offer you the chance to show off your creative talent. The second half of October will be spent on the activities you love: Acting, singing, or playing music. You’ve always had a knack for the performing arts, and will enjoy developing your gifts in such a supportive environment.

VIRGO 24 August–23 September It will be difficult to collect money that is owed to you on or around the 5th. Be ready to issue an ultimatum, and don’t believe any sob stories. If you let your debtor off the hook, you’ll set a very bad precedent. Step up your fitness routine during October. Weight resistance training will yield admirable results. A steady source of income will come to an abrupt end at mid-month; you won’t be able to rely on money from a dividend, inheritance, or legal settlement any longer.

Take the initiative with your amour at the end of October.

LIBRA 24 September–23 October October begins with an exciting opportunity. Don’t let a wellmeaning friend discourage you from pursuing an offer that excites your imagination. Your loved one means well, but is more worried about your security than happiness.

A passionate argument will cause an intimate relationship to fall apart on or around the 18th. Although it saddens you to turn your back on this friend, you now realise you can no longer maintain your alliance. The two of you have been going in different directions for a long time, and now it’s time to part ways. Fortunately, your family will be very supportive. Lean on them whenever depression sets in, especially toward the end of the month.

SCORPIO 24 October–22 November A government agency or hospital will make life difficult around the 5th. Getting approval for an application will be practically impossible. Don’t waste your time dealing with office drones; go straight to the top with this matter, or it will never get solved. You won’t be able to ignore a health problem at mid-month.

Make an appointment with a doctor and follow their instructions to the letter. You can’t afford to play fast and loose with your health. October ends on a high note, when a group of friends decides to throw you a festive birthday party.

SAGITTARIUS 23 November–21 December Money may be a tad tight at the beginning of October, so watch your spending. A moneymaking opportunity related to childcare, property, or catering will come your way this month. This is your chance to pay off some bills and put anything left over into a savings account. A love affair gets a big jolt on or around the 18th. It will be hard to know where you stand during this stressful period. Instead of dwelling on your uncertainty, keep busy with domestic projects. This is a good time to clear your living and work spaces of clutter. By the time October turns to November, you’ll feel much more confident about the future.

CAPRICORN 22 December–20 January Let a friend encourage you to pursue a lifelong dream in the opening days of October.

Don’t get defensive if an authority figure mocks your efforts around the 5th. Jealousy has a way of rearing its ugly head at this tension filled time. By mid-month, a respected teacher will offer to mentor you. Seize this opportunity before a rival snatches it away.

A property deal could come to grief at the last minute in the days surrounding the 18th. You may have to change your terms or wait for a more opportune time to seal such a deal – be flexible.

AQUARIUS 21 January–19 February October opens with a fantastic moneymaking opportunity.

You have a chance to get paid for your creative work.

The more distinctive your contributions, the more successful you’ll be. The results of a test will be disappointing around the 18th. Take this opportunity to reassess your goals. You need to think about establishing some long-term security, instead of gratifying your immediate needs. Get into the habit of putting a portion of your earnings into savings at regular intervals. If you don’t, you’ll be forced to endure some stressful situations that could have been otherwise avoided. A secret love affair spices up the final days of October.

PISCES 20 February–20 March Early October prompts you to present a bold idea to a respected expert. It will be well received, but getting financing for this project will be difficult.

Don’t worry if a lending agency turns down your loan application. You can get seed money from a cultural or religious institution. If you feel out of your depth, ask a business or romantic partner to help you with grant applications. A source of income will come to an abrupt end near the 18th, forcing you to economise. Fortunately, you’ve already paid for a vacation. Go ahead and enjoy this marvellous getaway.

Accept somebody’s offer to serve you a home cooked meal; this will be one of the most enjoyable days of the trip.

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