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his month sees the launch of our 3rd annual creative style award. Turn to pages 14 and 15 to see just how creative the selected salons have been. You can also like the styles on the mags4dorset Facebook page. Also in this issue, we have an interview with Celia Sawyer, the local entrepreneur who sent an image of herself to Channel 4 with a suggestion that she should become one of the presenters on ‘Four Rooms’. See what she has to say about achieving success. Our new fashion writer, Katie Farley, gives a few hints on how to be sassy using vintage styles and local author Della Galton woos us with one of her fat free recipes following the release of her and Peter Jones’ successful new book, ‘How to Eat Loads and Stay Slim.’ Talking of success, I went to a Waggy Tails dog show in Ferndown last month. It was a fab event and the Waggiest Tail class was something special. The dogs went ballistic, wagging their tails like mad. Out came the video cam and the result is a funny YouTube video. Wally was the winner and what a crowd pleaser he was. You really must watch the video, which is also on our website www.

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Around & About 18-21 BCU - Broadstone Summer Jam 17-19 BCU - Creative Style Award 14-15 Competitions 19 , 20 & 29 Horoscopes by Russell Grant 27 In the Female Viewpoint 17 In the Home & Garden 22-26 Motoring 30-31 Specialist Services 24-25 Write to: The Editor, 1st Floor, King George V Pavilion, Peter Grant Way, Ferndown, Dorset BH22 9EN

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The guild visits the castle Mr David Hopkins was able to give interesting information about Highcliffe Castle to North East Forest Trefoil Guild. The castle was built in 1830, using medieval stonework from France. The furniture was also French, and is now in the Victoria and Albert Museum. The family sold the castle in 1950 and after several different owners, is now overseen by Christchurch Council and English Heritage, aided by lottery money. Plans are being made for the guild members to visit the castle later in the summer. Six members attended the ‘Tea on the Quay’ event held by Poole Trefoil Guild.

Noticeable changes on horizon at Bournemouth’s Children’s Centres

Three year contracts to operate Bournemouth’s eight Children’s Centres have been announced following a rigorous tendering process. They will commence on 2 September 2013. • Barnardo’s will manage Queen’s Park, Townsend, Stokewood and Winton Children’s Centres. • The Children’s Society will manage Boscombe, Kingsleigh and Kinson and West Howe Children’s Centres. • The YMCA will manage Pokesdown and Southbourne Children’s Centres. The centres provide a range of services and support for families with children under five-years-old. Bournemouth Borough Council has committed £5.5 million of funding to ensure high quality support will be continued for local families over the next three years. Further information on Children’s Centres within Bournemouth can be found at: www.bournemouth.gov.uk/ childrenscentres

Horsing around

ournemouth’s Castlepoint Shopping Park has formally re-opened a traditional bridleway that follows the eastern boundary of the 41 acre complex, after a special surface was laid to make the path more comfortable for riders. Peter Matthews, General Manager at Castlepoint, was the first to inspect the new surface by taking his own horse Jim for a test ride.

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“People are surprised that the bridleway has been frequently used by riders since the construction of Castlepoint,” said Peter Matthews. “We felt that as we are trying to encourage people to consider using greener transport to come shopping, why not make it more equestrian friendly.” He said daily patrols and security cameras will also check for manure on the route and it would be picked up and used in the landscaping.

Rugby inspiration

Former international rugby star Thinus Delport visited Bournemouth to help inspire local boys reach their full potential. The retired rugby union wing and fullback player spent a whole day at Harewood College, encouraging students to reach for the stars. Thinus led two assemblies, which shared with the students how success in any field requires the Olympic Values, especially of determination and courage, which are central to Harewood’s ethos. After the assemblies Thinus trained the school’s elite rugby squads. He also worked with many of the school’s other gifted and talented sports students, alongside coaches at AFC Bournemouth. Assistant headteacher of Harewood College, John Greetham, said: “We were delighted to welcome such a renowned, international sportsman to our college. “Thinus spent an incredible amount of time with all of our students and I know that every single one of them was inspired by his visit. “For the boys to hear first-hand the experiences of someone who has reached the very top of his chosen field was motivational for all of them.”

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The education team at Monkey World – Ape Rescue Centre, Wareham, had an excuse to go bananas last month. Their first ever Monkey Mobile, ape-tly named and sponsored by Westerly Dorchester, arrived at the park on 4 June. The brand new BMW 1 series will be used by the education team to spread the message further afield about the rescue and rehabilitation work at Monkey World and how everyone can help.

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Prepare for compulsory microchipping

ocal Mid Dorset and North Poole MP Annette Brooke has joined forces with the Kennel Club to spread the word about the forthcoming compulsory microchipping regulation. Research, carried out by Petlog, the UK’s largest lost and found database for microchipped pets, which is managed by the Kennel Club, has found that almost half of all dog owners are unaware of the legislation, due to come in force in England in April 2016. More worrying, is the lack of understanding of how a microchip works, with more than an estimated 900,000 dog owners in the UK thinking that it acts as a GPS device.

23 too many! The laws on drink driving have been in existence since 1967 when the legal drink drive limit was introduced, as was the breathalyser. There really is no excuse for anyone to get behind the wheel of a car when they’ve had too much to drink.

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A microchip is about the size of a grain of rice. Each one has a unique number, which is identified when scanned and linked to information held on a database such as Petlog. Authorised users, eg vets and dog wardens, will scan a lost pet when it comes to them and contact the microchip’s database to find the owner’s details. Professor Steve Dean, Chairman of the Kennel Club, said: “We are grateful to Annette for giving her support and highlighting microchipping and the need to keep information on the microchip database up to date as an essential part of responsible dog ownership.”

It comes as a bit of a shock, therefore, to learn that Dorset Police arrested 23 people in the first week of its summer drink and drug drive campaign, of these, five were made after road traffic collisions. The other 18 followed stop checks on drivers. Drink drivers should be reported by calling police on 101. When a crime is in progress or life is at risk, dial 999. The drink and drug drive campaign ended at midnight on Sunday, 30 June.

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Guilty verdicts in Reece James’ death case Three men have each been sentenced to 16 years’ imprisonment for the manslaughter of a 21-year-old Bournemouth man – with a fourth man due to be sentenced in July. Reece James, 21, was shot at his address in Bournemouth at the junction of Roumelia Lane and Sea Road in Boscombe in July last year. Kieron Kenroy Wellington, 30 and of no

fixed abode, and three London men – Wayne Stephenson, 34, Keifer Hutchinson, 23, and Jarome Parkinson, 25 were all found guilty of manslaughter. Wellington, Hutchinson and Stephenson received their sentences on 7 June and Parkinson will be sentenced on 5 July after a pre-sentence report has been prepared.

Hospital merger on the cards

Ferndown’s Mayor is John Lewis

The NHS Foundation Trust of the Royal Bournemouth and Christchurch Hospitals held a Board of Directors meeting on 14 June to discuss the proposed hospital merger of Poole Hospital with the Royal Bournemouth and Christchurch Hospitals. The Council of Governors is discussing remedies after receiving a detailed brief on the Competition Commission process, which could last through July and August. The Trust continues to work towards licensing of the merged trust in April 2014.

Cllr John Lewis was elected as mayor of Ferndown in May. An avid football and rugby supporter, Cllr Lewis has lived in Ferndown for seven years and been a councillor for two. He says he’s had a very busy start to his new role and is looking forward to representing the town throughout the year. His deputy is Cllr Steve Lugg.

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Nightjar

Dorset Wildlife Trust is launching an online campaign to raise awareness and warn people of the harm that can be caused to wildlife by using mobile phone apps which mimic birdsong. Wardens on Brownsea Island have reported incidents of visitors using these mobile apps, which imitate the unusual call of the nightjar, to get a closer photograph. Tony Whitehead, Public Affairs Officer for RSPB in the South West said: “Repeatedly playing a recording of birdsong or calls to encourage a bird to respond in order to see it or photograph it can divert a territorial bird from other important duties, such as feeding its young. It is selfish and shows no respect to the bird. People should never use playback to attract a species during its breeding season.”

Driver dies after collision with school coach Sophie Crew, 23, from Wareham, was seriously injured in a collision with a school coach on the B3078 on Tuesday 11 June. She later died in hospital. Over 20 children were injured in the collision, nine of whom were taken to hospital for treatment, along with the coach driver who was not seriously injured. Tributes were paid to Sophie, a popular local girl and former Parkstone Grammar School pupil and university graduate who worked at Wessex Water.

WINNING WAYS: Prize winners in the Young Environmentalist of the Year competition pictured with organisers and sponsors © Barrie Taylor

Young environmentalists gain royal interest HRH Prince Charles has expressed interest in a Ferndown competition for budding young environmentalists and has asked to be sent a copy of the winning entries. Organised by the Rotary Club of Ferndown and backed by Sembcorp Bournemouth Water (SBW), Eco Sustainable Solutions and the Ferndown Haskins Garden Centre, more than 125 entries were received from Ferndown’s three schools in the Young Environmentalist Challenge. They included over 100 designs for a sustainable wildlife garden as well as 20 essays and Powerpoint presentations on a wide variety of environmental issues, from wildlife conservation and coastal erosion to litter and vandalism.

WINNERS:

Knoll Gardens Foundation Prize for Best Garden Design: Best Ferndown First School pupil: Sophie Doswell, aged 8 Best Ferndown Middle School pupil: Zoe Bingham, aged 11 Best Ferndown Upper School student: Holly Turner, aged 17

4-9 age category (Ferndown First School): 1st Sophie Doswell, 2nd Will Boote, aged 7, 3rd Lottie Woodings, aged 6

9-13 age category (Ferndown Middle School): 1st Zoe Bingham, 2nd Rebecca Mills, aged 11, 3rd Will Andrews, aged 10

13-18 age category (Ferndown Upper School): 1st Michaela Sibsey, aged 14, 2nd Mollie Campbell, aged 15, 3rd James Arthur, aged 14

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Thanks to the Ferndown Rotary Club, four young people from Ferndown Upper have scooped prizes in a competition held amongst schools in East Dorset. Michaela Sibsey in Year 9 won the top prize of a Kindle Fire and an exchange visit with a school student in Dublin. The Rotary in Ireland organised a similar contest. Headteacher Alex Wills praised the students’ efforts saying, “I was delighted with how many of our students entered the competition, as education about local, national and global environmental issues has never been so important. The winners put in a huge effort as they had to either write an essay about an environmental issue or design a wildlife garden. But besides that they had to answer an extensive quiz covering a whole range of questions about the environment. I would like to thank our local Rotary Club, not only for organising this competition, but for the huge amount of support they give the school in a number of different ways.”

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The school has an active Gardening Club (see picture of some of the leaders last year) and is always keen to hear from local people who have expertise and or resources to offer. Alex Wills added, “We appreciate the generous sponsorship of the competition by local businesses which will help to provide some new equipment for our students to use.” For more information or to visit the school, please contact the school office on 01202 871243 or email office@fernup. dorset.sch.uk

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Swimming starts here!

Did you know that half of seven to 11-year-olds in England, some 1.1 millon children, cannot swim the length of a standard pool? In a recent interview on BBC News, Prince William outlined the importance of children being confident in water and said the benefits of swimming go beyond exercise. Being confident in the water opens up so many opportunities to enjoy yourself more, especially within our coastal area. Swimming is one of the best forms of all round exercise, an activity for everybody, whether you want to get healthier, fitter, or just have fun or relax. During the summer holidays, Ferndown Leisure Centre is offering a selection of water activities that include children’s intensive 1 week lessons, snorkeling, Rookie lifesaving, learn to dive from the side, starts and turns, scuba diving, wacky water challenge, Escape from Alcatraz, and the National Pool Lifeguard Qualification. You can learn to swim at any age and Ferndown Leisure Centre offers classes for all age groups from parent and baby through to adults. All lessons are taught by qualified instructors.

Free Swim Assessment

Is your child a capable swimmer, but needs more work on stroke technique? Book an appointment for a free swim assessment to find the right class.

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Learn to enjoy the water with the Centre’s adult learn to swim programme taking you from complete beginner to confident competent swimmer. Contact Ferndown Leisure Centre’s swimming co-ordinator today for more information on 01202 877468.

Off road mobility scooter opens new doors An all-terrain mobility scooter that can go off road is opening up wildlife and heritage sites to people who have difficulty walking. To use the Trampers, people choose a site and arrange their Nevil Salisbury -Rood from first visit, joining as members of Chard on the Tramper Countryside Mobility on arrival costing £10 per year or £2.50 for 4 weeks. Training is provided lasting approximately 10 minutes. Membership enables members to use a Tramper at any partner site without the need for further training. The scheme is up and running on Portland, so to book the Tramper call 07973 907760 or 01305 228955. Portland is one of 30 sites across the region where Trampers are now available including five other locations in Dorset. Full more details visit www.countrysidemobility.org or call 01392 459222.

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Charity of the year

ALL IN A GOOD CAUSE: Judith Endersby has her head shaved by Nick Tanner © Kay Browning

THE OSBORNE CENTRE Bye for now

HELLO DEAR READERS, It’s me again, Alan, from the Osborne Centre. Do you remember I told you our branch had to raise all its own funds in order to survive and how we hold fundraising events throughout the year in order to generate money? We’ve already held several evening events including a quiz night on Valentine’s Day and a

curry night, both of which were very well attended. special thanks should go to the helpers and drivers who gave up their Wednesday in order to make it On 13 April, we held our first major event of happen. the year, the annual Spring Fayre at the Centre, starting at 11.30am. We awoke to bright sunshine but by 10am Next month: quiet room, lunches, coffee lounge the clouds had rolled in and by 11am the rain had started, carrying on for most of the day. Hardly the weather that would encourage people to come out and support us, we thought, but I need not have worried. Over 200 hardy souls braved the Alan Lindsay elements, spending in excess of £2250, which was a President great effort by the 30+ helpers who were involved Bournemouth and District Branch and much appreciated by all. One of our younger MS Society members raised £400 by having her head shaved! 01202 570300 Crazy? Definitely, but what a girl. www.ms-bournemouth.co.uk Fundraising events such as this, help pay for several outings arranged for our members annually. One such day occurred on 8 May when 19 members were taken, complete with their wheel-chairs and packed lunches, to Exbury gardens. This meant that 19 helpers were also involved and all were transported in four of our adapted vehicles. Although the weather was overcast, the azaleas and rhododendrons were in bloom, which lightened the gloom. A A DAY OUT © Kay Browning good time was had by all and perhaps

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steps it up! The new Lifestyle Active Gym at Verwood Hub is open

t’s bang up to date with new technology and whilst doing your workout, you can watch TV, listen to music, surf the ‘net’, check your emails, check your heart rate and even challenge your mates, or yourself, to see how quickly you can complete the Tour de France, or another well known sporting event. If someone had told you this was all part of the gym package 10 years ago, you wouldn’t have believed them. But it’s all at your fingertips now. Going to the gym has never been so exciting. As well as all this, Lifestyle Active in Verwood offers a programme for people coming through GP referrals. General manager Jacqui Sainsbury

says, “We are pleased to have secured funding for GP referrals and have the equipment to back it up. There are stations for those with mobility problems - for example the Run Med rehab treadmill, funded by Awards for All.” It’s an impressive piece of equipment suitable for those with medical conditions such as cardio or diabetic problems. POPPs (Partnership for Older People Projects) has also supplied Lifestyle Active Gym with two Monark ergometer fitness testing bikes. Advanced GP referral instructor, Carly Howard said, “I will fitness test people and give

them individual programmes. As well as all the new equipment, members will also benefit from supervision in the gym at all times.” The large 50-station gym is complemented with a 10 bike spinning room plus spacious new changing rooms and showers. Is there anything missing? A holographic gym partner maybe - but I expect those will be available shortly.

Gym enthusiast won’t let osteoarthritis get in his way Peter Marsh from Verwood has been an avid follower of the Hub. He has a photographic record of the entire development to present day and made sure he was one of the first to record the opening of the new Lifestyle Active Gym. Not only that, he wanted to start using the equipment, some of which is designed for those with mobility problems. Although confined to a wheelchair for the last 11 years with osteoarthritis, Peter can still manage a workout on his upper body. Carly Howard, advanced GP referral instructor showed him how to use the equipment. Peter said, “I’ve really enjoyed myself. I make use of the Hub for many of the events and I now intend to come to gym on a regular basis.”

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WAGGIEST TAIL: Winner Wally with his owner Alan Cheesman from Bournemouth. He adopted Wally from Waggy Tails a year ago and has never looked back. “He’s a staffi cross and has a wonderful temperament,” he said. Wally is about 4 years old and this was his first dog show. The spectators loved him.

HOW CUDDLY AM I?: Tibetan mastiff in the Prettiest Female class

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BOW WOW! The Waggy Tails annual dog show, held at King George V Pavilion was a huge success. Hundreds of dogs turned out with their proud owners to take part in a multitude of classes. The star of the show was Wally, the dog with the waggiest tail. He was such a crowd pleaser that mags4dorset took a video of him performing his hilarious party trick and you can see this on YouTube at the following link http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_ww8P2mAHow

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RESCUED: Tasha only weighed 2 kilos when she was rescued

by Waggy Tails. Linda and Fred Hotchen fell in love with her. A Lhasa Apso, she joined two other little doggies in the Hotchen’s household and is a very happy dog

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talks to Home Watch The new Police and Crime Commissioner, Martyn Underhill, spoke at West Moors Home Watch AGM last month.

Twilight fund-raisers

Over 350 walkers turned Bournemouth promenade into a sea of pink for this year’s Twilight Walk in support of the Bournemouth Hospital Charity’s Jigsaw Appeal. The walk was started by the new Mayor of Bournemouth, Councillor Dr Rodney Cooper, and Mayoress Mrs Elaine Cooper.

From left: Jane Stichbury, Chair of RBCH Trust, DJ Jay Rachett, Mayoress Mrs Elaine Cooper, Mayor of Bournemouth Councillor Dr Rodney Cooper and Ken Tullet, Non-Executive Director of RBCH

e briefed members on his manifesto and explained that he was rolling out the Community Speed Watch scheme. Home Watch members will be trained with hand held cameras and will work in teams with a PCSO to report motorists who break the speed limit; those who use a mobile phone whilst driving, and those who do not wear a seatbelt. The reports will generate letters to the offenders, a third repeat offence will generate a visit from the police. He also said he is increasing the number of volunteers in the police force by making it easier for them to go through the system. Improvements to the Ringmaster scheme are on his agenda and he wishes to incorporate social media, tweets and texts. He mentioned the controversial decision to switch off lampposts late at night in Dorset. He said residents had feared crime rates would go up in these areas, but statistics had shown that crime rates have dropped. One of his passions is 20mph speed limits. Although there have been less road accidents since 2010, there have been more deaths. His personal thoughts are that mobile phones are to blame, but he has no evidence to support this. A staggering statistic was that seven people died at the wheel last year due to medical incidents. He said this was really worrying and people ought to engage with their GP practices and make sure they are fit to drive. He is introducing a multi agency victims bureau, which will act as a one-stop shop for victims. This should be available in about nine months. He said that Dorset Police is the worst funded force in the country and if a further 10% budget reduction was implemented at the end of June, the cuts will have gone too deep. “If a police force is lean and good at taking cuts, why make it leaner?” he said. “I want a fairer slice of the pie.”

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Jamming • in the park •

WHAT: Broadstone Summer Jam is a picnic in

the park with a huge amount of family entertainment

WHERE: Broadstone Rec: Plainfield Farm, Lower Blandford Road, Broadstone

WHEN: 14 July 11am-5pm

ORGANISED BY: the community, for the community

PRESENTED BY: Broadstone’s award winning Fields in Trust Association

WHERE CAN I PARK? Broadstone First and Poole Grammar will provide the car parking. There is limited parking at the venue for Blue Badge holders.

HOW MUCH DOES IT COST TO GET IN? It’s free!

Photographs of last year’s Jubilee Jam by Brian Woolgar

This traditional, all day, family event includes:

Donkey Derby - Dog Show Vintage Car Show - Live Music Raffle - Face Painting - Cake and food stalls

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THE DAY’S ITINERARY: 10am: United family service hosted by

1.45pm: Hintons Hurricane donkey derby

Broadstone Churches Together by the football pavilion. Bring your own chair if possible.

2pm: Wessex Majorettes

2.15pm: Zumba demo (participation)

Natalie Cook on stage The Bradbury Bichard Broadstone Bonanza donkey derby

11am: Official opening by Poole Town Crier 11.10am: Samba Band

11.35am: Olympic Challenge

3.05pm: Race 6 donkey derby

Eve Catling on stage Burwood Bronco donkey derby

3.25pm: Wessex Volleyball – have a go U3A - Ukuleles on stage

12.30pm: Samba Band

3.45pm: Elite Stakes donkey derby

High Energy Stakes donkey derby

4.05pm: Endea on stage

12.55pm: Raffle Draw

Diamond Stakes donkey derby

1.15pm: Fancy Dress competition judging

4.50pm-5pm: Official close by Poole Town Crier

Newton Magnus Moneymaker donkey derby

Timings are approximate and subject to change

1.30pm: Elvis on stage

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Sexy, sassy, sophisticated, stunning

Choose your favourite style and you could win a cut and blow dry

Which of these styles is a cut above the rest? For the third year running, mags4dorset is giving you the chance to vote for your favourite hairstyle. Last year’s winner was Tandem from West Parley. Which way will the vote swing this time?

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ake a good look at the wonderful styles on display, created by some of the most creative and sophisticated stylists in the area. They’re all counting on your vote to take the prize of the M4D Creative Style Award 2013. The stylist who gets the most votes will take the crown for their salon.

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Vote now and you’ll be entered into the prize draw to win a cut and blow dry at the winning business and your vote will help determine who will take the prestigious title of M4D Creative Style Award 2013.

Creative Style Award 2013

Votes will only be valid between 1 July and 30 September 2013. Votes will be counted in October. The result of the prize draw will be announced shortly afterwards. THERE IS NO CASH ALTERNATIVE TO THE PRIZE. The free cut and blow dry will be offered by the business receiving the title ‘M4D Creative Style Award 2013.’ Their usual terms and conditions will apply. You are only permitted to vote once – any duplicate votes will be null and void. If you would like to show further support, go to www.facebook.com/mags4dorset.news and register your ‘like’ (one per Facebook profile) beneath the hairstyle of your choice. You can also place a comment. Any inappropriate comments will be removed. In the event of a tie, the number of Facebook ‘likes’ will be considered in determining a winner. The Editor’s decision is final. Employees of Page & Pulford Ltd and employees of participating businesses are not permitted to enter.

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You can also show your support online by visiting www.facebook.com/mags4dorset.news and ‘like’ your favourite style.

All you have to do to be in with a chance of winning a fabulous cut and blow dry is to either visit our website, www.mags4dorset.co.uk and follow the instructions on how to vote, or send in your name, address, contact number and name of the business showing your favourite style to M4D Creative Style Award, 1st Floor, King George V Pavilion, Peter Grant Way, Ferndown, Dorset, BH22 9EN.

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Best-selling author celebrates DOUBLE success How to Eat Loads and Stay Slim By Della Galton

Della Galton

Best-selling author, Della Galton, is celebrating the release of ‘How to Eat Loads and Stay Slim’ with co-author Peter Jones. To complement the book, Della, who lives locally, is treating 4Dorset readers to one of her tasty, but guiltless recipes. More can be found at www. howtoeatloadsandstayslim. com and the facebook page of the same name. Della is also about to launch her next novel in paperback, ‘Ice and a Slice’ and will be holding her book launch at the Red Lion, Church Street, Sturminster Marshall on 13 July from 11am-4pm. All welcome.

As I write, it is summer. Long may it last. It’s so amazing to be able to sit in the garden and feel the sun on my face and mess around pulling up stinging nettles (OK, that bit’s not quite so amazing). I actually got my shorts on yesterday - the first time for eight months. They fitted too. I wish it could be summer every day. It’s also the time when publishers seize the opportunity to release another round of diet-books. Most are about yet more ways to deprive ourselves of the things we really want to eat, all in an effort to lose the pounds that stand between us and being able to don a pair of shorts and lie in the garden without worrying about what the neighbours might think. So, how would you like to dispense with diets once and for all? How would you like to quit calorie counting and maintain a slender figure whilst at the same time being able to eat pretty much anything you want? How does that sound? It’s possible. And it’s not difficult to do either. How To Eat Loads and Stay Slim is the latest book from author

Peter Jones and myself. Based on our joint experiences of struggling to find the holy grail of personal weight management, it’s a mixture of hard science (for example, how hunger really works), quick ‘cheats’ (how to make zero fat chips), psychological techniques (why focusing on your food as you eat is really important), ingenious strategies (how to cut down on sugar without going cold turkey), and easy recipes – all wrapped up in an easy-to-digest, humorous read. Each of our thought provoking ideas has a star rating. There are 54 stars available. You get one just for buying the book! Collect enough and you’ll steadily increase your chances of being able to eat loads and stay slim. Collect enough stars and a slim figure, coupled with a healthy but satiated appetite, are yours for the taking. How To Eat Loads and Stay Slim is available in audio, paperback and ebook format, from your local Amazon and audible stores. Over the next three months, I’ll be bringing you recipes to aid your weight loss journey.

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RECIPE Fat Free Jellies with Fruit and Yoghurt

- serves four

These are rather lovely for a summer afternoon dessert

Ingredients 400g Strawberries (fresh cherries work really well too – de-stone them first) 200g Blueberries 2 fat free strawberry yoghurts or cherry if using fresh cherries. (I use Muller light or M&S Count on Us range) 1 sugar free strawberry jelly To serve – four knickerbocker glory dishes.

Method

Prepare fruit. Hull and chop strawberries, (reserve four for decoration). Place in bottom quarter of knickerbocker glory dishes. Make up jelly as per instructions and pour over fruit to cover. Layer remaining fruit with yoghurt, then top up with remaining jelly mix. Refrigerate until set – about 1.5 hours. Garnish with remaining strawberries. Enjoy!

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The beauty of these is that they are fat free - so if you don’t happen to have any guests coming round, you can have more than one - and it’s not often you can have more than one dessert and not feel guilty! Oh and by the way, the little glass dish in the picture is a portion of leftover fruit and jelly - just in case you want to eat even more guilt free dessert.

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STAND OUT

Vintage style By fashion stylist KATIE FARLEY

When it comes to personal style, who wouldn’t want to stand out in a crowd?

othing says individual style like vintage clothing; it brings a sense of uniqueness and quirk to a fashion ensemble. Dorset is bursting with super chic women’s vintage boutiques that offer a huge variety of sass and style and the men are catered for too. Edgar & Scott is an independent clothing retailer selling gentlemen’s quality brands and classic styles. Located in Christchurch, the store focuses on design, detail and sells brands such as Dr Denim, Brakeburn and Iron Fist. For a trendy location, head to Richmond Classics on Richmond Hill, Bournemouth. It offers designer clothing from premium brands such as: Barbour, McQ by Alexander Mcqueen and True Religion, plus a range of footwear and accessories. Another great go-to independent menswear store is Ashes, where this retailer brings you directional and affordable men’s clothing. Moving onto ladies’ vintage boutiques, there are many style treasure troves waiting to be ventured into. Clobber, This Is Vintage and What Alice Found are a few buried in Christchurch Road in Pokesdown (Boscombe). This surprising destination for stylish vintage clothing brings variety and quality to our hometown surroundings. Walking into Clobber, you are presented with a liquorice allsorts of fashion through the decades. The large, well organised boutique is packed with themed clothing, perfect if you’re attending a fancy

dress party or if you simply fancy highlighting 1920s to the 1980s’ elements into your modern day fashion closet. Clobber has a brilliant menswear section too. This is Vintage offers stylish, high quality, uncluttered goods, available for all body shapes and sizes and fitting for all occasions. Reasonably priced with helpful staff, This is Vintage is a boutique for eclectic tastes. Lastly, the wonderland themed vintage boutique in Pokesdown goes by the name of What Alice Found. This storybook store has been recognized by publications such as Vogue and The Daily Mail, and is a must for those who want to make a fashion statement. A lifestyle boutique full of quirky decorative pieces, What Alice Found is fashion forward and, aside from clothing, the store presents accessories, shoes and homeware. So to be one step ahead of the style game, go vintage!

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

5-18 July daily 10am-4pm

President’s Collection. The President’s personal selection of paintings, textiles and crafts from artists involved in the early days of the Hayloft Gallery. Hayloft Gallery, 14 Wick Lane, Christchurch BH23 1HX. www.cadarts.com

22 July 7.30pm

Brass band concert featuring the Lion’s Youth band at Wimborne Minster. This band of talented young musicians were runners up in the national youth band competition.

25 July 10am-6pm

9 July 5pm – 7.30pm

Business Intelligence at Chewton Glen Hotel, New Milton – a rare opportunity to hear first hand from business leaders who have ‘been there, done that.’ During this practical evening session you will gain real insight into the resolution of common business problems that impact the bottom line. £15.

The Bournemouth Family Festival is back at Meyrick Park, Central Drive Bournemouth. The theme this year is Animal Kingdom. There will be a range of farmyard animals from donkeys to ducks, pigs and sheep and more. Children and families can learn about farm animals to even having a go at milking a cow. Phone 01202 456295 for more information.

11 July 7.30pm

25 and 27 July 7pm

Hyde District Climate Change Forum at Hyde War Memorial Parish Hall. Contact Debbie Shepherd on 01425 625508 for more information.

12 July – 14 July

Bourne Free Pride Festival. BLTG celebrations for all diversities. Parade: Eastcliff – Bournemouth Lower Gardens – Bournemouth Triangle.

13 – 14 July 3.30pm

Lawlor School of Dance presents ‘Wonka’s Golden Ticket’ at the Regent Centre. Tickets £10, Concs £7.50.

20 July 9.30am-4pm St Giles Park, Wimborne St Giles Paws in the Park! This family event will be unique opportunity to explore the many attractions in the scenic gardens of the Shaftesbury Estate, Wimborne St Giles. There will be entertainment throughout the day and many stalls selling local produce and crafts.

20 July 10am – 4pm

Dorset Fire Fayre at Slades Farm, Bournemouth. Fun family event designed to inform, educate and entertain.

The 2013 Dorset Opera Festival celebrates the bi-centenary of Wagner’s birth with the exhilarating and stirring ‘Flying Dutchman’ at The Regent Centre. At just 2 hours 15 minutes in length, this is the way to ease yourself into Wagner. Call 01202 499199 for more information.

27 and 28 July

Ecover Blue Mile at Weymouth. A weekend of waterfront activities. For more information and to sign up, visit http://www.thebluemile.org/take-part/ choose-your-event/ecover-blue-mile-weymouth/

29 July

Bournemouth Carnival, at various venues throughout Bournemouth.

30, 31 July and 1 August

New Forest and Hampshire County Show - annual three day agricultural show. Showjumping and more. Represents entertainment at its very best, a vast array of sights and sounds to suit all tastes and ages £16.15-£36.55 before 11 July, £19-£43 gate price.

8 – 11 August

20 July

Beaulieu Village Fete at Beaulieu Abbey Cloister. Call 01590 6122 345 for more information.

Summer Gathering at Gaunts House. Four-day celebration and annual gettogether for all spiritually-minded, ecologically motivated and creativelyliving people. Tickets from £72.50 to £135.00. Call 01202 841522 for more information.

20 July from 8.30am

26 August 12pm – 5.30pm

The Dorset Charity Horse and Dog Show at Homelands Farm, Three Legged Cross (the car boot site).

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Rotary Rustic Fayre, Potterne Park. Verwood Rotary Club’s main annual fundraising event. Entry £4.

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Live theatre – in your cinema! By Laurence Jones

ecently, I booked tickets for National Theatre Live, who were streaming a performance of ‘The Audience’ to cinemas. I’d never seen a live theatre broadcast before, so was interested in finding out more and went to see the play at my local cinema. It was fantastic, thanks to both the quality of the play and the broadcast. Granted, it could never fully live up to the real experience of seeing a production live in a theatre in London. But at a fraction of the cost and with the convenience

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of the location, it was very enjoyable. Seeing it through the lens of a camera offered up some distinct advantages – being able to see close ups of facial expressions and characters certainly gave it an edge over being stuck at the back of a theatre. Having our attention diverted away from stagehands and scene transitions also gave it an extra level of immersion. As it was live, we had to break for an interval to get ice creams and be back in our cinema seats for the second half.

The National Theatre trailers promised future productions to be streamed to cinemas, including ‘War Horse’, ‘Macbeth’ and ‘Othello.’ One thought I came away with is that schools should definitely use these live stream events for their students –it’s a cheaper alternative than a live show - but more immersive than watching it on an old VCR. I shall certainly be booking more tickets at my cinema in the future – and urge you to do the same!

Fifty years of searching

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The Searchers are back at the Regent Centre. You can get into the groove with their 50th anniversary concert. Just behind The Beatles, they were the second Liverpudlian group to have a hit in the US with ‘Needles and Pins’ in 1964. mags4dorset, in conjunction with the Regent Centre, are offering a pair of tickets to see The Searchers on Tuesday, 13 August at 2.30 pm. All you have to do is answer the following question: Which of these is not a song in the Searchers’ discography? A) ‘Sugar and Spice’

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B) ‘Believe In Me’

C) ‘When You Walk In The Room’

HOW TO ENTER - Send your answer on a postcard to the editor, Searchers competition, mags4dorset, King George V Pavilion, Peter Grant Way, Ferndown, Dorset, BH22 9EN, or enter through the website – www.mags4dorset.co.uk. Close date is 19 July 2013. The first correct answer drawn will be the winner. There is no cash alternative. Employees of Page and Pulford and the Regent Centre are not permitted to enter. The editor’s decision is final. There is no cash alternative.

To the Carnival Bournemouth Carnival is on its way! Its objectives are to provide an annual carnival; to provide entertainment through fun traditional games and events and to raise funds for local causes. Events for children up to 16 years old will be held at Alum Chine, with prizes to be won. To raise funds, the committee sells tickets from the Teddy Bear stall in the gardens. For a few pence, you have the chance to pick a ticket and win an adorable teddy bear. The event runs from 29 July-4 August 2013 with the grand carnival parade at the end of the week.

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Spread your wings at Liberty’s Liberty’s Owl, Raptor and Reptile Centre is located near Ringwood on the edge of the New Forest and is home to a large collection of birds of prey, including eagles, owls and vultures. There is also a number of reptiles and other creepy crawlies, such as snakes, lizards and spiders in the indoor reptile house. You can observe the birds flying free during various spectacular displays held throughout the day. mags4dorset, in conjunction with Liberty’s, is offering a family ticket (2 adults and 2 children) for you to win. All you have to do is answer the following question: Which one of these is most likely to be found at Liberty’s in Ringwood? A) Elepahnt

B) Barn Owl

C) Red Admiral

HOW TO ENTER: send your answer on a postcard to the editor, Raptor competition, mags4dorset, King George V Pavilion, Peter Grant Way, Ferndown, Dorset, BH22 9EN, or enter through the website, www.mags4dorset.co.uk. Close date is 20 July 2013. The first correct answer drawn will be the winner. There is no cash alternative. Family Ticket to Liberty’s Owl, Raptor and Repitle Centre is valid until the end of October 2013. Employees of Page and Pulford Ltd and Liberty’s Owl, Raptor and Reptile Centre are not permitted to enter. The editor’s decision is final.

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Voice of Ferndown?

erndown Chamber of Commerce launched the Voice of Ferndown on 5 June at the Nightjar. Punchy performances by professional comedian Matt Black, Agagaga and a cameo by Richard from the Stone Lounge kept the entertainment flowing. But the real stars were those who entered the talent competition on the night. ‘I Dreamed a Dream’ by Nicole McNally, 12, stunned the

audience. ‘The Prayer’ was a brave and beautiful choice by Jenny Osborne,15. In contrast, Nick Braunton, 23, roared out ‘American Idiot’ and Kelly De Jong, 19, followed with ‘I Wish I Was A Punk Rocker’. If you feel you have the ‘X’ factor and can be the Voice of Ferndown, submit your entry now. Visit ferndownchamber.co.uk/talent and upload your MP3 or MP4 example, or drop a disc or memory stick with your example act to Ferndown Photographics 26 Victoria Road, Ferndown BH22 9HZ.

Liberty’s Owl, Raptor & Reptile Centre Liberty’s Owl, Raptor and Reptile Centre is located near Ringwood on the edge of the New Forest. It is home to a large collection of birds of prey, which includes eagles, hawks, owls and vultures. We also house a number of reptiles and other creepy crawlies, such as snakes, lizards and spiders in our indoor reptile house.

njoy a visit that will prove to be fun, exciting and educational for all ages. Observe these magnificent birds flying free and the reptiles up close and personal in various displays held throughout the day. In the event of wet weather our displays are held indoors.

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Libertys offers Flying Experience Days where you can experience the thrill of falconry for yourself. Vouchers make ideal gifts or why not treat yourself. For more information see our website www.libertysfalconry.co.uk

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Liberty’s is also a rescue centre for wild birds of prey that have been injured or are in need of care before being released back to the wild. All medical and rehabilitation costs for these wild birds are funded through our entry charge and public donations.

Open daily March-Oct 10am-5pm Tel 01425 476487

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Summer has arrived! There are lots of things to do all around the area this summer - so don’t miss out. Dorset councils have put together the Summer Blast brochure - a packed guide with a list of all the awesome stuff you can get up to. Collect your copy from any of the venues listed in the advert below, but to get you in the summer mood and give you a flavour of what’s on offer, mags4dorset has picked out a handful of exciting events from the programme. You can also download your own digital copy of the brochure, by going to http:// www.dorsetforyou.com/405717. Build a Den Day Moors Valley Country Park, Ashley Heath Saturday 20 July, 2pm–5pm 6 years and over, all children must be accompanied. Free Have a go at building your own natural shelter from branches and bracken. No need to book.

Model Railway Weekend Moors Valley Railway, Ashley Heath 20 & 21 July 2013, 10.45am–5pm No extra charge to exhibition – normal train fares apply. Adult £3.45, Child £2.30 No need to book.

Summer Camps Wimborne Tennis Club, Redcotts Recreation Ground, Wimborne Monday to Friday, 8.30am–5pm Starting Monday 22 July £9 half day, £18 full day, £65 for the week Hot lunch £3 or bring a packed lunch. Tennis and sport coaching, fun games, indoor facilities in case of bad weather, tournaments and prizes. First aid qualified staff, all coaches/helpers are CRB checked.

Wall Mural Allendale Community Centre, Wimborne Mon 29 July–Thurs 1 August All ages welcome. Book in advance. Join a local artist to produce a new wall mural.

Sound of the Vikings The Ancient Technology Centre, Cranborne Tuesday 20 August, 2pm–4pm Play their instruments, sing their songs and enjoy some noisy Viking entertainment! Visit www.ancientmusic.co.uk for more information.

Ferndown Leisure Centre Thursday 1 August and/or Wednesday 21 August 9am–11am for ages 2–4yrs 11.15am–1.15pm for ages 5–7yrs Mem £8.25 (per session) Non Mem £9.80 (per session) Exciting bouncing session suitable for all abilities, join our qualified coach to learn how to jump and move on the trampoline correctly and safely. Please wear socks and ensure long hair is tied back.

‘Celebrate Italy with Michele O’Brien’ Walford Mill Crafts, Wimborne Monday 26 August 10.30am - 4pm Families/all ages Walford Mill Crafts, Wimborne, BH21 1NL Adult £3, Child £2, U5s free No need to book

‘Romeo & Juliet’

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Highcliffe Castle, Highcliffe Wednesday 24 July 7pm The Festival Players present Shakespeare’s great story of young love and family feuds, set in the colourful world of renaissance Italy.

Lifestyle Verwood Alternate\Occasional Sundays 2.30pm–4.30pm. £2.60 per person All ages, under 8s must be accompanied by an adult. You must bring your own skates, protective equipment is NOT supplied, this session is parentally supervised. The Hub café will be open too, so parents can enjoy the session with a nice drink.

Queen Elizabeth’s Leisure Centre, Wimborne Thursday 15 August 10am–4pm 6+ years £16.95, Zest: £12.71 Much loved musical featuring classic songs such as ‘Spoonful of Sugar,’ ‘Chim Chim Cher-ee’ and ‘Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious’. All performed for the parents to see at 3.45pm.

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Laurence Jones

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Celia Sawyer Celia Sawyer is a real life success story and a local up-cycling guru. As owner of her own luxury interior design company, Cool 10, and one of the star dealers on Channel 4‘s ‘Four Rooms’, she designs and creates for a worldwide, A-list clientele. She lives in Sandbanks with her family and also owns properties in Barbados and London. mags4dorset was lucky enough to catch up with her recently.

elia told me about her work with British Heart Foundation Furniture and Electrical Stores, whom she is partnering to offer expert advice. I asked her a little more about what she would be doing.

“As my role as the BHF’s Interiors Expert, I will be visiting a number of BHF Furniture & Electrical Stores and giving advice on styling and pricing as well as using some of their goods in my schemes to show people what brilliant items you can pick up and how fab they can look for a small amount of money,” she explained. “I have already donated a few items to my local store in Poole and would encourage everyone to pop by when they are in the area – there are some real vintage gems to be found such as cabinets, sofas, armchairs, beds and more." The BHF is close to Celia's heart. She told me why: "My Dad suffered from heart attacks. I know how vital the funds raised in these stores are to funding research which will

hopefully, one day, eradicate this deadly disease for good.”

Celia' s list of achievements is enviable: a self-made millionaire, the owner of her own luxury interior design company and most recently a dealer on 'Four Rooms '. I asked her what she would attribute most to her success. “Perseverance and hard work,” she explained. “Everything I do, I give 100% and that is the key, however tough it gets at times, I do not give up.” She had a real life career off-screen, and I wanted to find out if she felt there was more appeal in television programmes featuring experts like herself, rather than traditionally groomed presenters? Her answer was modest. “I think it really depends. Although you may be the expert, you still need to come across well on television, which of course is where the presenter comes in as they are trained. Some experts may not come across well and be a tad boring on television ... I hope I’m not one of them."

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There is little chance of that. 'Celia knows what she wants and has captured her audience with her no nonsense deals and determination.

I asked her what kind of items she would recommend this year to liven up smaller houses and apartments. “Great mirrors, as large as you can find," she says enthusiastically. "I’m a real lover of these as you can pick up all sorts of styles to suit any home and they always add tons of glamour.” Celia has a trained eye for items for the home, so what advice could she give on where to start looking for something unique? “It depends. If they are very serious, auctions are great, but do your research first," she explained. “EBay often has some really interesting items on offer, or even car boot sales and markets can be good for your smaller items. It's a case of looking into all of these options and don’t forget to look in local bric-a-brac shops and charity shops as you never know what little gems are hidden away in there, I have found loads.”

In ' Four Rooms' , we’ve seen a lot of weird and wonderful items presented on the show. I wanted to know what had been her favourite piece so far? It was a tough choice for Celia, “My Roadkill Couture is one of my favourites," she said, "closely

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followed by a fabulous Hologram by Stephen Benton which is one of the first of its kind.”

Celia works with a prestigious clientele, so it seemed reasonable to ask whether she has specific clients in mind when buying artwork and other pieces for re-sale. “Not always," she replied. "I very often buy what I like and know will eventually sell. Even though I like hanging on to some things for a while myself!” And how often are her instincts right? The answer was a firm 99%. “I buy what I love so that even if I have to keep hold of it for a while, I can enjoy it whilst waiting for a buyer," she added. "I’m always sad when items sell but having said that, I put my business head on and think of the next deal... there is always something else around the corner!”

There was one final question for Celia before the interview was wrapped up. What was her advice for Viewpoint and 4Dorset readers to help make their dreams become reality? She instinctively knew the answer. “You can do anything if you put your mind and soul into it, work hard and don’t give up. It can be tough at times, but one thing I absolutely promise you is that if you follow your dreams, the rewards will be incredible.”

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Renewable energy explained

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Bournemouth International Centre hosted a renewable energy event on 18 June, with over 100 companies sharing their expertise. The event had four targeted renewable energy zones, designed to appeal to all types of delegates – from householders and communities to farmers, construction companies

and business owners. Each zone was packed with exhibitors. Merlin Hyman, chief executive of not-for-profit Regen SW, which ran the conference in partnership with Bournemouth Borough Council and Mouchel, said it was the biggest event of its kind throughout the whole of South West England.

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Over 15,000 fabrics to choose from

READER BITES mags4dorset on behalf of Ferndown in Bloom asked residents which public areas they would nominate to have bulbs and shrubs planted in Ferndown. Here are a couple of suggestions: “The grass area of the layby towards Longham, past the Angel.” – Tony Brown “I would like to suggest a tidy up and planting on the Trickets Cross Roundabout. I think this would help to make our town more welcoming to those passing through and maybe even discourage the litter that is often dropped there. If we show we care others just might too.” – Liz Norman If you want to offer your own suggestions, tell us on our facebook page http://www.facebook.com/mags4dorset.news, or our website, www.mags4dorset.co.uk

Curtain Fabrics Ltd is a family company that’s been in the Parkstone area for over 25 years. They have a fine reputation for handsewn curtains, all made in the traditional way. A measuring service through to fitting tracks and poles and hanging and dressing your curtains is available.

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“Call in for a free, no obligation estimate from our friendly staff,” or call 01202 740459.

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What is an EICR?

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An Electrical Installation Condition Report (EICR) is designed as a way of making sure the electrical installations in your home are safe It involves a visual inspection by a registered electrician of all socketoutlets, lights, switches, consumer units and wiring. The EICR requires testing of the installation including whether the Residual Current Devices (RCDs) are operating correctly where installed. RCDs are electrical wiring devices that switch off your electrics when an electrical circuit fault develops in your home. The electrician will also make sure the earthing system is correct and check that the correct installations are in place for more hazardous environments. For example, an RCD must be fitted for any installation in a bathroom for safety reasons. EICRs are useful for finding out whether an electrical installation is safe and are strongly advised when renting a property or moving home. For existing homeowners, it is recommended that you carry out an EICR every 10 years. Any electrical installations over a decade old that haven’t been checked could pose

serious risks. This is because they may have become damaged over time without you realizing. There are circumstances where an EICR may be required more frequently than every 10 years. For instance, older installations, or if your property suffers from damp conditions. If you are concerned about the condition of any of your electrical installations, it is sensible to get an EICR carried out on your property by a competent electrician who is registered to carry out an EICRs. This provides you with that piece of mind of knowing you and your family are safe in your home. ElectricSafe is a register of competent electricians in England and Wales who meet strict qualification requirements and are regularly assessed to ensure their ongoing competence. To search for an ElectricSafe electrician in your local area, visit the website at www. electricsaferegister.co.uk.

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HOROSCOPES

BROADSTONE FEATURE - BUSINESS COMMUNITY UNITY

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Monthly Horoscopes ARIES 21 March–20 April It may seem difficult, demanding and even daunting to purge your world, clear the clutter and streamline your thinking, but if you take decisive action you will soon be able to look about you and pick and choose the things you want to do rather than feel chained to the things other people want you to do. There’s romance surrounding you at the end of the month and this, coupled with a special aura of success and confidence glowing around a team effort or joint endeavour, will ease your financial situation and make you the centre of some very flattering attention. TAURUS 21 April–21 May Mid-July is ideal for a taking an overseas holiday. If you’re single, you’ll meet someone special on this trip. Don’t worry if there’s a big age difference involved; this will only add spice to your union. You’ll feel torn between your public and private lives in the days surrounding the 22nd; it is time to scale back your work and political commitments for the sake of your loved ones. Schedule an enjoyable vacation for the gang. This will be a wonderful opportunity for you to reconnect with your nearest and dearest. GEMINI 22 May–21 June Good news arrives on the financial front near the 8th, when you’re awarded a rise, well paid post, or cash reward. Use it to put a down payment on a house or buy some new furniture. Disappointing news from a medical expert around the 22nd will be sobering. Don’t despair. This turn of events will force you to make some changes to your daily routine. Fixing nutritious meals and taking more exercise will be burdensome at first, but you’ll soon feel the benefits. Spend as much time with family as possible as July turns into August. The support of your relatives will turn out to be invaluable.

CANCER 22 June–23 July You’ll have a wonderful opportunity to take a romantic break in the middle of July. An argument over money will erupt as July moves into August. You’re tired of someone holding their hand out every time you have a little extra cash in your pocket. You feel you are being taken for granted and you are right. Stop letting them lay guilt trips on you or, worse still using emotional blackmail to get what they want. You work hard for your money, and have every right to spend it on exactly what you want. It’s time to draw some stricter boundaries in this relationship. LEO 24 July–23 August An opportunity to volunteer for a hospital or spiritual organisation will present itself around the 8th. By lending your efforts to them, your fortunes will start to improve. Although your duties won’t be very glamorous, they will provide you with a degree of emotional satisfaction. The second half of the month will force you to act as mediator between your family and romantic partner. When in doubt, throw your support to your amour. The sooner you establish healthier boundaries between you and your relatives, the happier you will be. Single? It may be because you allow your family to interfere with your personal life too much. VIRGO 24 August–23 September July opens with an unpleasant secret coming to light. A hidden enemy has been trying to damage your reputation, but loyal friends are poised to set the record straight. Mid-month brings welcome relief from stress, when you’re able to go on holiday with a group of your favourite people. You can relax and let your hair down. Beware of overdoing it with food and drink. If you treat your body like a temple, you’ll be able to take advantage of a flirtation with one of the locals. The two of you will feel an instant connection while you’re shopping in the local market. The end of July stimulates your creative instincts. Start work on a writing project.

LIBRA 24 September–23 October A career opportunity will arrive around the 8th, helping you make money from your intellectual abilities. You have a way of putting customers and clients at ease, even when delivering bad news. Underscore this ability when going on interviews. Mid-July finds you making more time for creative pursuits. Playing music, painting, and writing are all activities you will enjoy. Don’t be afraid to try a new medium; you have raw talent in virtually every artistic field. You’ll retire from public view as July turns to August. A little more quiet time will restore your spirits. Even a social butterfly like you needs an occasional break from parties.

CAPRICORN 22 December–20 January An exciting business partnership is scheduled around the 8th. Focus on finding new business, generating sales, and closing deals. Your partner is better suited to promotional efforts and customer service. By the third week of the month you’ll be in a good position to launch a blog or write a book. People are eager to draw on your considerable wisdom. The 22nd brings an abrupt end to a source of income. You’ll have to find another way to generate funds. Unfortunately, friends may not be in the position to help this time around. Draft a resume that highlights your experience, and send out a slew of job applications in late July.

SCORPIO 24 October–22 November By the time the 8th arrives, you’ll be given a marvellous opportunity to advance your education. You might even decide to change the entire course of your life, pursuing a career or lifestyle that resonates with your spirit. Your willingness to work hard and make sacrifices for the sake of a long term goal will yield rewards during July. Prepare to receive a scholarship, grant, or prize around the 17th. Family won’t be very supportive of your dreams toward the end of the month. Turn a deaf ear to their predictions of gloom and doom as July draws to a close. If you continue to have faith in your abilities, you’ll reach great heights and silence your detractors.

AQUARIUS 21 January–19 February Your daily regimen becomes a lot more rewarding after the 8th, when you make more time for your favourite hobbies. Give an unpleasant job to a relative who hasn’t been doing their fair share. You’re tired of doing the lion’s share of work. By mid-July, you’ll be able to revisit one of your favourite vacation spots. Be sure to take a camera along to record all of your happy memories. The 22nd warns against challenging an executive’s authority. As much as you want to be a free agent, you need to the protection of a powerful organisation. A passionate affair helps your wounded pride to heal as July turns to August.

SAGITTARIUS 23 November–21 December Let down your defences, especially when it comes to family taboos. The values with which you were raised aren’t necessarily ones you should maintain as an adult. Build a belief system that reflects your principles. Disappointing news regarding a friend will reach your ears near the 22nd. The two of you won’t be able to spend much time together in the months ahead. You’ll have to find other ways to use your time. Developing a new creative talent would be a good idea at this time. Alternately, you may decide to get a pet. Whatever you decide, don’t let depression drag you down. Change is inevitable; you might as well embrace it.

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PISCES 20 February–20 March You’re determined to make more time for the people and activities you love. Take this opportunity to shed your life of some loathsome chores. It’s time your relatives and colleagues take some of the burdens from your shoulders. Of course, you’ll have to issue a few ultimatums along the way, but people will ultimately respect you for standing in your own defence. An embarrassing secret will come to light on or around the 22nd. If you don’t have the experience or education you pretend, now is the time to rectify the problem. Schedule a trip or enrol in a class.

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6th Annual Creative Writing Awards There’s still time to enter our Annual Creative Writing Awards. The theme for the short story in 2013 is: ‘Stars in your eyes.’ It could be a sizzling romance, the quest for stardom or even about stargazers and their accuracy at detecting asteroids on their way to planet Earth. Prizes : 1st £150, 2nd £50, 3rd £25. The winning entries will also be published in one of our magazines and will appear on the website, where the magazines can be downloaded. The author will retain copyright of their work. Let your creativity flow, but keep the story to around 1,000 words. For more information and for the full set of rules, check out the page on our website - http://mags4dorset.co.uk/annual-creative-writing-awards-2013/

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Davids Of Wimborne Ltd

Custom World Fitted Furniture

Specialist designers, manufacturers & installers of bespoke bedroom & lounge furniture Also home office & study furniture

Call: 01202 896816

COMPUTER SERVICES Tec Check Ltd

Your local technology support We offer residential and business support to customers in Dorset & Hampshire Call: 01202 803044 • W: www.teccheck.co.uk

DOUBLE GLAZING AMPM Glazing

Conservatories & doors, double glazing installer/repair, glazier, patio doors supplier installer, windows & doors, T: 0800 035 1898• E: info@ampmglazing.co.uk

DOUBLE GLAZING Clearview Glass & Glazing

Installation & maintenance of UPVC windows, doors, conservatories, sash sliders, fascias, soffits & guttering

T: 01202 570653 • M: 07976 404391

DOUBLE GLAZING ClaBo Glazing & Building Ltd

Windows • Doors • Conservatories Installation & Repairs Also general building joinery & kitchen fitters T: 01202 718713 • W: www.clabo.co.uk

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DRAINS Canford Drains

Drains, toilets, sinks & showers unblocked CCTV surveys, drains repaired & relined 24/7 service

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DOUBLE GLAZING Poole Joinery Windows Ltd

Reliable local company who supply & fit double glazed windows, doors & conservatories Fascias, soffits & guttering • FENSA registered

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Flat roofs • Tiling • Slates • Leadwork Roofing repair work • Roof cleaning Fully Insured T: 01425 476635 • M: 07831 186160

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Aerial & satellite repairs/installations Freesat, Freeview, Sky, TV wall mounting, home cinemas & CCTV T: 01425 206352 • M: 07740 345045

WATER SOFTENERS Dorset Water Softeners

Family company based in Ferndown specialising in supplying, installing, servicing & repairs. Salt deliveries & collection. www.homefixers.org.uk 01202 375565 • www.dorsetwatersofteners.com

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Fully Qualified, Trained & Approved Electrician We welcome all electrical enquiries

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FENCING & GATES Keens Drainage Services Ltd

High pressure jetting, unblocking drain lines CCTV surveys, root cutting, relining, septic tanks, treatment plants, mains connections & soakaways

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All aspects of electrical work undertaken Fuseboards • Sockets • Lighting • Fault finding Electrical inspection reports • Flat panel TV installations T: 01202 880202 • M: 07956 469174

Stable Fencing

All commercial & private work undertaken Prompt & professional service Please phone for a free quote Tel: 01202 875327 • Mob: 07873 444439

PLUMBING SJH Plumbing and Heating

All aspects of plumbing including bathroom installations. Air source heat pumps & solar hot water T: 01202 549192 • M: 07966 654132

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Nissan Qashqai+2

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Good news: the Nissan Qashqai+2 2.0 DCI 360 4WD is a ‘crossover’ class vehicle, so it has the strengths of a people carrier, a family estate, and a four-wheel-drive. Let us consider its impressive credentials. This workhorse has five, full-size seats and two occasional ones rise from the boot floor, via easy to pull straps. Passenger capacity therefore matches large people carriers such as the Ford S-MAX. Furthermore, even with five people aboard, cargo capacity is 450-litres and this rises to 1,520-litres when the middle/rear seats are folded flat. These figures are comparable to medium-size estates such as the Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer. Finally, like the Land Rover Discovery the Qashqai+2 2.0 DCI 360 4WD Automatic has four-wheel-drive. Whereas this system is not intended for extreme conditions, it is invaluable when the road is slippery due to rain, ice, snow, mud, etc. It also has a flexible diesel engine that propels it to

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62mph in 11.6 seconds and averages 39.8mpg – so performance/fuel consumption are fair for the class. Good news: the Nissan Qashqai+2 2.0 DCI 360 4WD is a high-spec model so it is beautifully equipped. The highlight is its Around View Monitor that provides a 360 degree view of the surroundings. How? Via four cameras. The first is mounted to the front grill, the second close to the rear registration plate, and the final two are in the wing mirrors. These images are presented to the motorist via a colour screen on the dashboard and make parking straightforward. As such, the risk of scuffing the wheels on a kerb or scratching the paintwork is minimal. This camera system complements the half leather seats, dual-zone climate control and the impressive panoramic roof that helps it feel spacious. This £27,550 beauty also has an electronic stability program that minimises the chance of losing control. And that is good news too.

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