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POLIGONO LOS LLANOS, ARBOLEAS (OPP.AMIGOS BOWLING) OPEN: MONDAY - FRIDAY 09.30-19.30 • SATURDAY: 10.00 - 14.30
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Here at Humbugs, we offer a varied set of menu’s, all prepared on the premises daily. These include: Full Breakfast Menu Lunchtime Menu inluding our Special “2 for 10€ Menu” Weekly Specials & Platos Combinados Beer-battered Atlantic Cod & Chips served daily & Fridays ‘til 9pm Afternoon Teas from 6.50€ per person (min booking 4 persons)
Large Selection of Homemade Cakes
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Auctions held every 2 weeks. Our next Auction’s
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A large selection of garden furniture, gas BBQ’s and accessories available
Auction starts prompt at 5pm Items being accepted for forthcoming auctions
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25th June + 9th July Viewing: Week of the auction ONLY Monday & Tuesday 9:30am to 1:30pm All day Wednesday Open: Mon - Thurs: 9.30am-5.00pm / friday 9:30am-9pm Saturday 9.30am-3.30pm Find us in Arboleas 200m from Hostel Meson Telephone 676 604 008 www.humbugscafe.com
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Unique opportunity! Lovely townhouse of 66m2 + great sea views in a complex of 8 very near to the beach. 2 bedrooms, bathroom & cloakroom, furnished. Front & rear terraces. Highly recommended!
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apartment of 88m2 in walking distance of amenities & beaches. 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms & parking. Part furnished + fly screens to doors & windows. Community pool & gardens.
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F.A.C.E. Are “Wheelie” Good to M.A.C.S.!
F.A.C.E. (Fundraising in Arboleas, Caring for Everyone), the leading fundraising charity in the Almanzora Valley, were “Wheelie” good recently when they donated an electric wheelchair, valued at around about 1,500€ and a cheque for 1,000€ to M.A.C.S. (Mojacar Area Cancer Support). M.A.C.S. Is a fully registered charity that provides help, care and support for persons of any nationality suffering from cancer related disorders. Volunteers are on hand to help with hospital visits, organise translations of hospital papers, and even assist with shopping. The group also has access to professionally qualified nurses and carers. Although the M.A.C.S. name incorporates the town of Mojacar in its title, it does in fact provide services throughout the lower Almanzora Valley, with residents in El Chopo, Limaria, Albox, Arboleas and Los Carrascos all receiving assistance since M.A.C.S was first established. Over recent years M.A.C.S has spread its wings. It has now got three charity shops, in Albox, Turre and Mojacar and now operates a Cancer drop in centre at its Mojacar premises. The charity is hoping to build up
enough funds, eventually, not only through these charity shops, but through generous donations from various individuals, groups and organisations like F.A.C.E., so that at some time in the future it will be able to open and operate a hospice. Right from its inception F.A.C.E. has supported M.A.C.S. On this occasion the electric wheelchair donated, will be used at the M.A.C.S. drop in centre in Mojacar. The additional 1,000€ will go towards purchasing equipment that will be useful to Cancer sufferers. Although it is nice to give money away, F.A.C.E. do work extremely hard to raise funds in there own right, although of course they are also very grateful to groups or individuals that make donations. Recently F.A.C.E, raised 247€ by operating a bar at the Pedro Gilabert Museum in Arboleas. On the 4th July they will be operating their own Summer Night Market at the Bar Kubatin, under the Hostel Meson, in Arboleas. The Night Market will be open from 7-00pm until late. Please offer your support and visit us on the night. For further assistance please contact F.A.C.E. President Adele Wrigglesworth on 667 255 094 or take a look at the F.A.C.E. Webpage on www.face-charity.com or look on the F.A.C.E. Facebook page.
L-R F.A.C.E. President Adele Wrigglesworth, M.A.C.S. President Elaine Brown with F.A.C.E. Vice secretary, Pauline Marshall and M.A.C.S. Mojacar Shop Supervisor Fran Cook
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shot blasting and powder coating service available for new & old metalwork
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security grills - garden gates & railings spiral staircases - motorised sliding gates garage doors - ornate gazebos
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• NIE Cards • Residency Cards • Social Security Cards • • Company Setup • Insurance • • Conveyancing • Translations • Litigation • Wills & Inheritance Tax • Tax Returns • We are pleased to introduce ourselves MUNDI ABOGADOS SOLICITORS. We are a multidisciplinary law firm based in Vera (Almería) and as such we deal with many different aspects of law, specialising in litigation, conveyancing, taxation, civil, commercial and fiscal law. Our aim is to provide a personal, quality service, in plain English and to do so promptly, efficiently and in a friendly manner. We will keep you up to date and fully informed throughout and all at a very competitive price. We can also arrange the following if needed: • Open a Spanish bank account • Connection of utility services • If you are considering renting your house or land we will negotiate your letting agreement, ensuring that the terms of your contract meet your requirements • Write your Spanish will • As your Fiscal Representatives, we will assist you in any dealings with Spanish Tax Office and explain to you all the taxes that you are liable to pay. For those that become residents of Spain, we can also assist in other legal matters, such as matrimonial issues or business contracts.
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Roquetas Tops The ‘Q’ League! By Martin Shortland
A few weeks ago, I reported on the awarding of the Blue Flag of excellence to the municipality of Roquetas – for the fifth consecutive year. It’s not easily gained and it’s even harder to hold on to. The flag denotes the level of services provided for tourists and residents and each year the council devotes considerable time, energy and money to ensure that visitors to the town’s holiday attractions will get only the best. Last week, another flag was granted, this time a white one. The ‘Q’ for quality award – now in its seventh year - is given by the Institute for Spanish Tourism and is specifically for the quality of beaches. Roquetas has held the flag for some years now, but not all its beaches have come up to the standards required. But this year all six of the beaches have been granted the prestigious symbol – Aguadulce, Las Salinas, La Romanilla, La Urba, Playa Serena and Las
Marinas – which places the town at the top of the league of municipalities with the most number of beaches holding the award. The requirements are stringent. Beaches have to be cleaned, waste bins and recycling bins emptied every morning. Flags with their regulated colours should be flying from the masts of the lifeguard watchtowers and trained personnel must be on duty at their designated posts by nine o’clock in the morning. Nominated areas for swimmers must be indicated by the use of buoys in the water, which also prevents boats and jet skis from entering these areas. In total, 27 ‘Q’ for quality flags were handed out to 8 municipalities including, Adra, Almerimar, El Ejido, Almeria, Nijar and San Jose.
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www.ecocorpshop.com Special Offers Visit:
No tax on Solar! we have some great offers on systems for both grid connected and off grid. Contact us for a no obligation, free consultation and site survey. Official installers and long warranties. Ecocorp Hybrid Home Power System These systems with a battery bank included, run in conjunction with your mains electricity. No more power cuts, clean energy and only use the mains when absolutely necessary. Contact us for more information and or a free, no obligation site survey and quotation. 3Kw systems complete including installation from 8,995€ 5Kw systems complete including installation from 10,995€ 8Kw systems complete including installation from 12,995€ 10Kw systems complete including installation from 13,995€ Swimming Pool Heating Extend your swim season or use your pool all year round. These “Super efficient” units are very economical to run and come fitted with automatic thermostats; set the tempreture you require and enjoy your pool whatever the weather. Prices starting from 2495€ including installation. Ecocorp are the “Official Installers” for Eurener Solar Panels- Made in Spain. These are one of the best PV panels in the world! All manufactured here in Spain with a 25 year warranty. Ecocorp are the “Official Installers” for VIctron Energy in the Almeria and Murcia Regions. Our team of installers are fully conversant and trained by Victron Energy to ensure that your installation is of the highest quality. From configuring your individual system to it going live, our service is second to none.
ECOCORP are proud to support Vera & District Lions Club
Helping local charities & other good causes www.veralions.com Welfare Tel: 634 338 322 WE SERVE
“Off Grid” Solar Power Systems for homes with no mains electricity Enjoy the benefits of free, clean solar energy! Solar power technology has advanced dramatically over the last 10 years, modern appliances and large homes can be fully functional on solar power. Even 3 phase installations are available. Contact us for a free site survey and consultation and see how you can benefit from the “Power of the sun”. With systems from as little as 3995€ installed, what better time to look at an alternative energy source! Full systems available
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The prices shown are for swimming pools includes licence, Roman steps, Mosaic tiles, Pump house. Artificial rocks, Cave bars also showers can be customised to suit your needs and much more.
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Spice up your cooking with this one-stop herb shop. This strawberry jar garden features seven herbs, plus the dainty daisies of erigeron. The range of spices ensures you’ll have options for savory dishes like meat and poultry, as well as refreshing desserts and beverages
Showy Sedum
Sedum is one of the plant world’s most intriquing families. The range of colors -- reds, bronzes, and greens -- and leaf types is amazing. And because they are acustomed to growing in cracks and crevices, sedum require relatively little space -- perfect for a container planting.
Also see us at Camposol Sector B Alley Palais Bistro Mazarron Every Other Friday
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Rustic Garden Inspiration Give your garden a casual country look by adding rustic elements from flea markets, garage sales, or salvage yards. Here are some great examples of salvage style
Salvage Style You don’t need expensive outdoor furniture to make a great impression. For example, this inviting set of table and chairs was rescued from a nearby street on “junk day.” Instead of being hauled to the landfill, they were put to good use on a brick patio. A vintage crystal chandelier (look for them at a local antique stores) complements the chipped metal furniture.
Gorgeous Gate Giving cast-off items a new lease on life in your garden is a lot of fun. Here, a rusty formal metal gate gets a country makeover when it’s hung between two reclaimed barn timbers and under an old saw.
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Swing 499 €Set New Glider In: 6 Seater Dining (available in 2 colourways) 699€
Heavy framed 3 x 3.6 gazebo with curtains and mosquito nets 399 €
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Opening Hours: Mon - Fri 10am - 4pm / Sat 10am - 2pm Calle Mojana No 8, Parque El Real, Antas 04628 Tel: 665 258 680
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Hispavan is based in Antas, Almeria in Southern Spain. The company offers a small range of used Motorhomes, Campervans and Caravans of various makes and models on site. These include Hymer, Knaus, Bailey, Swift and the well known English And European manufactures.
Direct P&R A big word of thanks P & R are closing on the 21st , this is with regrets, because we have been given an opportunity that we could not refuse, we tried hard to sell the business so that it would carry on but no-one stepped forward to expand and to enhance the shop, for which our clients and friends know us for. So with much sorrow Pam & Bob will now say goodbye to all of our loyal customers that have been with us since we built the business up from a market stall in Arboleas to what we have achieved in Antas. There are so many we have to
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thank, but it has been “magic” the way you have encouraged us and been there for us. Just a quick mention to say thank you to Val who has been tremendous during the closing sales could not have done it on our own, and to Marie who has helped also. It has been a pleasure and an honour to have met you all, with never a cross word or a bad feeling. We will take a bow and exit quietly, Thank you so much for your support. God Bless, Pam & Bob
We can help you to choose the ideal vehicle to fit your requirements, whether you are looking for a compact weekender to spend lazy hours on the beach or a fully equipped luxury motorhome to enjoy some serious long term travelling around europe. From servicing and repairs to sourcing those extra luxuries to improve your travels. Contact us now with your enquiry.
database. Selling Power. Hispavan currently offers a broad range of leisure tours, From exclusive to the more functional explore, required for two people on their European adventure.
Car wash by hand Cleaning of interior & seats Motor cleaning Collection & Waxing y service deliver
Buying Power. a offer Hispavan comprehensive purchase plan for your second Motorhome, hand Camper or Caravan. We can also act as european agents for you, with our extensive contacts europe throughout and our growing online
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AUCTIONS @ LOCATION WAREHOUSING S.L
Location Auctions remains the BIGGEST and BEST auction in the area.Providing a regular auction every two weeks. You can view on the week of the auction from 9.30am-1.30pm,Monday and Tuesday and all day Wednesday,you can purchase a catalogue and register for a paddle or leave a “proxy” bid.The sale starts at 5pm. Buyers and sellers commission is 12.5%. IVA applies only to the commission,and not the full amount.Items are accepted for auction Monday to Friday from 9.30am-1pm,except the day of the auction.We can collect and deliver larger items.
Location Auctions offers a professional service.
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Catherine Mcandrew -(deb) DMA Hypnotherapy. HTR registered UK fully qualified hypnotherapist working from Arboleas and Mojacar.
Confidential service for stopping smoking, weight loss, fears and phobias, problems from childhood, anxiety, depression, confidence and public speaking. also working from La Perla with Debbie James - sports massage therapist Appointments also available for past life regression
Telephone 622577379
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Daily Yoga Classes Reiki 1, 2 & 3 Courses Meditation & Relaxation Classes.
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kim clark benefits consultancy Do you suffer from mobility problems, breathlessness/pain or falls/stumbles? Do you need help washing / dressing or supervision? You could be entitled to extra income by claiming UK sickness / disabililty benefits while living in Spain
For advice or to book a consultation call 950 169 729 or 663 297 568 or visit www.ukbenefitsinspain.com Monica Algañaraz Over 40 years experience in physiotherapy and osteopathic treatment. General postural assessment and holistic health checks available English spoken PLEASE CALL FOR AN APPOINTMENT MONICA ALGANARAZ: 695 355 381 Email: monica@centrophysis.net www.centrophysis.net EAST VALLEY (A7 Exit 529 Golf Course - Business Centre) Very near Garrucha, Turre, Los Gallardos Mojacar-Vera, Albox
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Hello and welcome to CanDu Computer Bytes. Do you use yahoo mail? Have you gotten used to all the adverts sitting on the right hand side of the screen and mastered the art of ignoring them? Have you seen the new advertising trick of sticking it at the top of your inbox and there being no way to remove them? Panic not! There is a way of getting rid of this new advertising trick and it’s simplicity itself! First, who’s brainstorm first created such a Frankenstein’s monster? Well last week when I came across this problem for the first time, I found that yahoo on July 16, 2012, named former Google executive Marissa Mayer (hereafter know as ‘The Bitch’) as Yahoo CEO and President, and it is her we have to thank for this new and invasive form of advertising. Like all good little Geeks, I wasn’t at all happy with the basic information provided and decided to dig a little deeper. First problem I found was you could not delete it from your Inbox as the delete option had been greyed out and therefore no longer worked. Having tried a number of browsers and finding the same problem in all of them, I decided to get “down and dirty”. I checked the source code for the web page! Every web-page is, in truth, a list of commands in a specific programming language (HTML), and can be read if you know what to look for. Yahoo has included the code for the advertising, in this page. You can remove it but only until the page is refreshed and oops – there it is again! Doing anything (deleting emails and changing folders are most common) will force the page to refresh. Then I tried the ‘normal’ route of going to their help section to ‘Opt-out’ of the advertising. Even after
following their instructions to the letter, the little ‘So and So’ was still there, although most of the other advertising had been replaced with All New Advertising. It was then I found out that Google (Gmail) read your mail to find out what your preferences are and send you specific advertising to match what they think you will want to see – how thoughtful! Now “The Bitch” has moved from google to yahoo and brought her bad habits with her! So you can expect more of the same. After several hours trawling the net, I found the ‘Authorised’ solution to this problem - PAY! For $50 a year and you wont have any adverts. In another world, this would be called ‘RansomWare and have everyone ‘up in arms’. You are then told that you had 3 choices: Pay (preferred); ‘ Shut Up and Put Up’ or find another Email provider – hows that for arrogance? I no longer have a yahoo account and would not recommend them to anyone! They have now lost the potential to earn from me and anyone who chooses to follow my lead. Now for the solution that you have waded through this article for. I said at the start that is was simple. Well here it is – ‘ADBLOCKER’! Download and install it (yes – it is free!!!) and restart your browser. So far this has worked on every example of this problem to-date. So good luck and enjoy advert free internet! I’m now off to Jack’s Bar in Albox for my Friday afternoon computer clinic! I’m looking at starting a clinic in Los Gallardos Village. Send me your thoughts through the usual channels. Have a great week.
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The Mighty Minnows With the World Cup now in full swing one team are not only absent but also ineligible; Gibraltar! They gained however full membership of UEFA last May despite opposition from Spain and strangely Belarus. Spain opposed not only because they claim sovereignty of Gibraltar but they fear precedence will be set and the Basque region and Catalonia may also apply to have teams recognised. Then players could refuse to play for the Spanish side. Mind you after the 5-1 drubbing by Holland at the weekend, perhaps the 5 Barcelona players on the pitch would have been better deployed playing for a regional Catalan side. After last Saturdays result I pray that Rooney will soon rediscover his Basque ancestry. UEFA membership means that Gibraltar start the qualification process for the 2016 ‘Euros’ in Group D. They should easily walk the group with only Germany, Poland, Scotland, Republic of Ireland and Georgia standing in their way. Gibraltar were originally drawn in Spain’s group but to
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The Solar System is pretty big, especially when compared to, let’s say, the parking space you try to squeeze into outside the bank when it’s too hot to walk further than you have to. But, no matter how big it is, we manage to find ways of leaving our mark there, or at least our rubbish. Obviously NASA has done its bit by managing to leave bits of rockets all over the place up there. To try to get an idea of what it must look like, just think of your lounge floor on Christmas morning when it’s full of bits of wrapping paper and the odd broken toy and you can’t put your foot down on an uncluttered bit of the carpet. That’s pretty much what space is like-but without Jonah Louie! Now a company is trying to do the same to the Moon. There’s already a bit of rubbish on the Moon, left behind by the twelve American chaps who have been for a stroll there and then there’s the odd but of mangled metal from other landings over the years. In fact, when you think about it, as Cilla Black may once have said, that’s a lorra lorra litter. But now there’s going to be even more. A Japanese drinks firm is planning to add more superfluous stuff. They’re not sending astronauts up there to conduct vital scientific experiments for the good of mankind. No, they’ve decided on something much more important. They’re going to advertise on the Moon by sending, at vast expense, a can of their soft drink up there. I’m confused. I thought advertising aimed to reach as many people as possible so customers would buy shed loads of whatever they wanted to sell us. Isn’t advertising on the Moon a little like paying for an advert on, say, Channel 5? Nobody will see it and anyone who does probably isn’t in a fit state to take it in anyway. The company are hoping to encourage Japanese youngsters to become astronauts so they’ll get the chance to go there and enjoy the can of drink that has been festering up there for years. Yep, that would do it I’m sure! If they were so desperate for the drink, wouldn’t the local supermarket be closer? Nevertheless, we should be so proud that we’re finally putting our fantastically advanced intelligence to such good use… but then again..? Graham is married to Helen and has a daughter, Alice. He lives part of the year near Albox, but works in Qatar, teaching. If you wish to contact Graham regarding this article email: helenandg@yahoo.co.uk
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placate the delicate right wing sensitivities of the Spanish FA and the ruling PP, they were transferred with a new rule drawn up so that they cannot play each other in the group stages. The current Victoria Stadium (5000 capacity) near the airport is not permitted to be used so their qualifying home games will be played a few hours’ drive west in the Algarve, Portugal. Their first game is against Poland on 7th September. A new stadium is under construction in Gibraltar at Europa Point with a capacity enough to seat a third of the population – so 10,000 seats exactly. Gibraltar with a population of 30,000 are UEFA’s smallest federation, just pipping the likes of San Marino (34,500), Liechtenstein (36,000) and Faroe Islands (50,000). For Irish and Scottish football fans based in Spain, instead of heading north to Dublin or Glasgow to see the national teams next year; why not go west to Faro Portugal. The games are 4th September
and 11th October respectively. I hear the golf is good too. Before membership of UEFA, Gibraltar had participated in a few football competitions that most of us may have missed as they weren’t beamed out live by Sky Sports. The Island Games in 1993 started in the Isle of Man as a one-off completion that is now held every 2 years. The only requirement for entry to the Island Games is funnily enough being an island. As many people (including my mother) think Gibraltar is an island their lie was believed on the entry form. But, they finished last by losing all their matches. 1n 1995 the Games were hosted by Gibraltar and this time things went much better. Although they lost the opener against Greenland they beat the mighty Anglesey and then Jersey. Unfortunately they lost the final 1-0 to those football heavyweights the Isle of White. In 2007 they were victors beating such illustrious opponents along the way as Menorca, Bermuda
and trounced Rhodes 4-0 in the final. Not only a favourite dogs name but FIFI was a tournament for non FIFA members held in 2006. The likes of Tibet, Zanzibar and the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus battled it out in Hamburg where the hosts the Republic of St. Paulii (a punkish left wing team) are based. Of the 6 teams present Gibraltar made the last four, thrashing Tibet 5-0 along the way. As the average attendance was just 400 spectators I think poor FIFI will have to wait a long time for another walk. Eligibility to play in the Gibraltar side is open to anyone that’s ever visited on a cruise liner, served there in the armed forces or shopped at Morrisons. In truth, having Gibraltarian parents or grandparents, being born there or attended a local school for 5 years is enough. Come on Gibraltar!
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A well presented 3 bedroom 2 bathroom villa overlooking the rambla with excellent views of the surrounding countryside and is situated approx. 5 minutes drive from Arboleas village and all its amenities. The garden area has been well thought out having many palms and fruit trees a Pergola with seating area and a large area laid with astro turf. The swimming pool is 10 x 4 meters with views of the mountains.
A Lakes Vega built 3 beds villa. Short drive from Arboleas village where you will find all of the neccesary amenities, the property inc 2 large double beds, 1 with ensuite,a extra bedroom currently being used as a office. 1 family bath leading onto large hallway. Property has a unique feature: a circular lounge on two level with open plan kitchen-living area, inc feature log burner. Situated on a large plot with an 8m x 4m swimming pool to the rear of the property.
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WITH MICHAEL DAVIES, ABOGADO/SOLICITOR If you wish us to print an article about a particular topic, please e-mail info@daviessolicitors.com Q. I am resident in Mojacar and have a jointly owned villa with my wife and a small bank account. I have two children and I made a will in Spain 10 years ago in which I left everything to my wife and if she had deceased everything would to go my two children in equal shares. My wife’s will is mirrored to mine.
to the inheritance (for example it may mention that is ruled by your personal law , national law etc ) but most do not and therefore must be changed. If in doubt ask a solicitor. (Due to the substantial changes that it introduces the new directive even though approved and published in 2012 determines that it will not be in force until August of 2015 to allow people to revise their wills accordingly).
“I do not understand all this fuss over the directive 650 /2012 and why I have to revise my will. It seems to be this is just a way for solicitors to make more money. Please tell me what would happen if I do not bother “
NON-RESIDENT INCOME TAX. We are still receiving many enquiries about non-resident income tax.
A. In a nutshell if in your will you do not mention that you wish your inheritance to be ruled by English law according to the new directive and you decease after August of 2015 the result will be the application of Spanish law to your inheritance which determines that 2/3rds of your estate has to be left to your children and only 1/3 is of free disposition and therefore can be left to you wife. In other words that you wife will not receive the ownership of your half of the house.
(What is it? /Do we really have to pay it if we do not rent out our property? / What do you recommend we do if we have never paid it? and other questions similar to these) To avoid any doubts: If you are non resident of Spain and own a property, you must file a non resident income tax return every year even if you have never rented out the property. Please note that the tax office has no obligation of informing you of this. Do not confuse this tax with rates (IBI), which is a local tax and nothing to do with nonresident tax. If you have never paid it I recommend you approach a solicitor to take care of putting things back into good order
The solution: Visit a solicitor and have your will revised as soon as possible. Some wills do not need to be changed because they already have a mention on them regarding legislation applicable
Michael Davies is a Spanish Abogado and has been practicing law in Andalucia since 1993. He is member of the Law societies of Almería and Madrid. For a short period of time leading up to 2007 he was also Honorary British Consul.
Adecco Expects 16% Increase in Job Contracts this Summer Leading global HR solutions group, The human resource company also
Adecco, predicts a return this summer for the first time since 2008, to precrisis hiring levels, with more than 130,000 contracts, representing an increase of 16.6% compared with a year earlier. In the years before the economic crisis, the contracts made by Adecco between June and September experienced yearon-year increases of up to 25%. In the current season, hospitality and tourism will again be the main sectors, although Adecco also foresees an increase in summer contracts in the sectors of trade and distribution. In fact, starting in May, the company has already started to notice an upturn in food and beverage contracts in preparation for the summer season.
highlighted that industry, for the first time since the crisis began, will this summer require personnel to cover their staff holidays. By region, the company expects that those with the strongest tourism elements will increase their temporary contracts most this summer. Thus, the Canary and Balearic Islands are predicted to experience an increase in new contracts of 25%, which will result in 8,000 and 840 more contracts, respectively. The provinces expected to make most contracts this summer are Barcelona, Madrid, Valencia, Seville and Vizcaya. Source: http://news.kyero.com/
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“What I remembered most was her embrace, her belief in me and the joy she gave, that was her gift. When I think of her now, I think of that time when a dream came true and my only talent was not to close my eyes.” Colin Clark. This film was based on two of Colin Clark’s diaries: The Prince, The Showgirl and Me and My Week With Marilyn published in 1995. Clark was the least famous of his family in 1956 but he achieved great success after this brief but memorable and intimate encounter with Marilyn Monroe. His father was the renowned Kenneth Clark, art historian and his elder brother was Alan Clark M.P, another renowned diarist. Clark chronicled the clash of egos between two legends: Olivier (played by Branagh) and Monroe (Michelle Williams) as well as his growing infatuation with Monroe which left him with a broken heart. Written by Adrian Hodges and directed by Simon Curtisthis is his debut feature film. The film opens with this simple revelation: “This is their true story.” And it is moving and sad for everyone touched by Monroe’s glamour and stage presence. Clark (an attractive Eddie Redmayne) was just 23, from an extremely privileged background, fresh out of Eton, determined to pursue a career in films much to his father’s irritation who offered to get him real work. Clark wanted to prove to himself as well as the famous Clarks that he could make a go of it. He had a lot to live up to. So, as he put it, he decided to join the circus. Coming from such a famous family he already knew Olivier and his wife, Vivien
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Leigh as well as Margot Fonteyn who were regular visits to Saltwood castle for afternoon teas. It made sense for Clark to use his link with Olivier to ask for a job. Even when he was told there weren’t any jobs he came back to the office every day and just waited and waited… It was Vivien who persuaded Olivier to find something for Clark and guess what? He was given the most rudimentary and unglamorous job of being a Gofor which in the film industry means a person who has been told to Go for this or Go for that. We would call it a dog’s body. Officially it was third assistant director. But what a start! Marilyn Monroe was due to come to Britain to film with Olivier and Clark would be working with this legend. Larry had fallen in love with Monroe on a recent visit to New York and he wanted her to rekindle his career in films. Monroe wanted to gain respect as an actress something she desperately craved and both felt that working together there would be mutual benefits. It didn’t quite turn out like that and the film based on a Terence Rattigan play The Sleeping Prince was largely panned by the critics. It was 1956 when Britain had finally started to shake off the shadow of the last world war. Monroe had been married for 3 weeks to Arthur Miller. It was her third marriage and she was just 30. She had told the press that it was third time lucky. Already there were signs that the marriage had got off to a shaky start. Clark saw her sitting on the
stairs holding a manuscript of Miller’s latest play: After The Fall about Marilyn and she was devastated to read about her mood swings, not to mention the drugs and the booze. Miller decides to return to the States, telling Larry: “She’s devouring me. I can’t work and I can’t think.” During rehearsals Clark witnessed a prickly relationship with tantrums, walk-outs and tempers flared. As director, Olivier’s patience was tested. She was often late, fluffed her lines, was ill-prepared and would walk off the set when greeted by a sarcastic Olivier. An infuriated Olivier told Clark: Teaching Marilyn to act is like teaching Urdu to a badger. He vowed he would never direct again. Marilyn had destroyed his desire to do so. “Monroe doesn’t really forget her lines. It is more as if she had never quite learnt them.” Clark’s intimacy with his Greek Goddess lasted 9 days. It was a whirlwind of a chaste affair for the showgirl and her younger Prince Regent which afforded them some well-deserved privacy. “Monroe took a shine to the confident yet innocent Clark and whisked him away to spend a week virtually alone with her.” You Stepped Out of a Dream plays in the background as the two visit Windsor then Eton before the bubble bursts to Autumn Leaves and Clark’s heart is inevitably broken. Monroe went on to make Some Like it Hot and Olivier played Archie Rice, a failing middle-aged song-and-dance man in John Osborne’s The Entertainer. It proved to be one of the triumphs of his career.
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pause for thought Different days can mean many things to different people. So last Sunday, 15th June, may well for some have been a birthday or anniversary, whilst for many, its primary meaning was ‘Fathers’ Day’. But I wonder how many recognised it as ‘Trinity Sunday’, a day which in my youth was accorded considerable significance, with the period between Easter and the Summer Break being known as Trinity Term, both at School and at University. The significance, now largely lost to most of us, of Trinity Sunday, was that of encouraging us to recognise the awesome holiness of a God, who has been made known to us in three entirely separate ways, which we Christians think of as Father, Son and Holy Spirit. Not the easiest of ideas for us to understand perhaps, but why should we expect to be able to fully comprehend the Creator of the Universe? Sure, there are those who understand many of the secrets of creation and the various ‘laws’ that define its continued operation, but much yet remains unknown, undiscovered and unexplained, so aren’t we being a touch presumptive if we expect to completely understand the one who designed and created them all? But actually I’m not convinced that this idea of the Trinity is that difficult a concept for us to understand. After all, we readily accept that a single day can have three separate meanings – an Anniversary, Fathers Day and Trinity. And whilst writing, I am looking at a small, 18 inch diameter, circular table, which has a similar sized round base, connected across the centre by a single 18 inch square, inch thick ‘leg’. From above therefore, this table is indeed circular, but viewed from directly in front it looks square, whilst from the side it is shaped like a sideways letter “H”. One table, but three entirely different appearances, depending on your viewpoint. So God is revealed to us Christians in three different ways, and this Trinity season allows us to reflect on the impact this should have on our thinking. Details of a number of English Language Churches are given in Sol Noticeboard; for any wishing to Worship, whilst additionally, further information about the Anglican Church in this area may be seen on the web site www.mojacarchurch.org Details of a number of English Language Churches are given in Sol Noticeboard; for any wishing to Worship, whilst additionally, further information about the Anglican Church in this area may be seen on the web site www.mojacarchurch.org Duncan Burr is Licensed Lay Reader for the Anglican Chaplaincy of Costa Almeria and Costa Cálida and may be contacted at djburr@avired.com
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Prize for best dressed “Roman”!! (dress code - togas optional) BBQ and salad bar available Slave Auction introduced by “Lurcio” A fun filled evening not to be missed. Ask Box Office about transport! Entrance 10€ Tickets available The Olive House, Bedar La Cumple - Los Gallardos Connexions - Turre Pc Playa, Mojacar Playa or from Siobhan on 697 302 129 or email spainalvon@yahoo.co.uk
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out & about ...to advertise on this page call 950 121 936 La Cena in Albox is a fine dining experience without the expense. A beautifully decorated restaurant, run by husband and wife team Simon and Carol. At the moment they are serving a superb Menu Del Noche for only 10.95€ which includes a Caraffe of wine and you can now choose from a choice of 7 Starters, 6 Mains and 5 Desserts. Full A La Carte is also always available. Please call 950 430 930 after 5.30pm today and reserve your table, you will not be disappointed! The Beachcomber John and the team at The Beachcomber always ensure your food is beautifully cooked and is served with a smile. With fish and chips to die for plus all the traditional favourite meals you would expect. John has also added a Slimming World breakfast to the menu, which is the perfect way to enjoy a meal and not feel guilty! Here are details of some forthcoming and regular events: Spanish lessons, held every Monday and Tuesday morning from 10:15am. Tai Chi classes every Wednesday and Thursday morning from 10:30am. Line dancing lessons Monday afternoons from 4pm. Art lessons every Friday morning from 10.30am. Free computer and electronic workshop every Saturday 10:30am1pm. Telephone now to find out more about any of our many events: 950 473 099.
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Includes a caraffe of wine per couple 7 starters, 6 mains & 5 Desserts Full A La Carte also available Monday - Saturday 7pm - late. Closed Sunday
Call 950 430 930 after 5.30pm
Find us across the old bridge from Palza Mayor Albox, opp Bar Wassy
free wifi
Downstairs on the sea front next to the Irish Rover Look out for our live entertainment evenings
day the day of the nu of menu me 3 courses 3 courseS - €12.00 €10.50
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Beach Opening Times 10am til close Food served 10:30am til 10pm
regular TRIBUTE SHOWS see website for details
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Bar Unique Entertainment this week at Unique.
Wednesday 9pm Spain v Chile In high definition on the large screen Thursday England v Uruguay 9pm Non premium beers just 1 euro during the match. Complimentary food at half time on the bar. Friday the best Fish & Chips anywhere 2 - 10pm Icelandic cod, home made chips, home made tartar sauce and bread and butter from €5.95 Saturday The King of Rock and Roll returns to Unique from 8:30pm Matt Black is singing live in the garden.
Sunday Traditional Sunday Roast available from 1:30 pm until 5 pm booking essential
ALBOX POOL Table (tues night fri afternoon and all day sat)
WORLD CUP OFFERS
Homemade Pie Day from midday
Alhambra 90c/bottle!
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insurance
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insurance est 7 years Award winning agent For all your Call Andy on 950 091 109 or 648 768 587 Insurance Needs
The Metal works Grills, railings, gates of all types, security/sliding/ roller, rejas, Email: blockeddrainsrus@albox-online.net Please contact concertina doors etc. Tel: Keith Glenn & jayne 950 121 943 Wood on 638 infoalbox.libertyseguros@gmail.com 900 949 T & T Metals For all quality metal ▪ Emptying of septic Tanks works, including gates, railings, & Cesspits, with high rejas, staircases, gazebos & chainlink fencing Tel: 950 431 738 pressure cleaning
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legal
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gardening
potty finca services professional tree felling & pruning, including all types of palm trees
strimming of overgrown gardens & hedge cutting spanish registered. ring john or Ruth on 616 855 294 or 950 163 930
If you wish us to print an article about a particular topic in our regular space on pg 19, please email info@daviessolicitors.com locksmith
Phil the Pick Locksmith 24 hours. Locked Out? Locks fitted/ health & beauty upgraded house safes. Arboleas NEW COMBINATION of Hits high & surrounding area. Special intensity Interval training toning & weekend rates. Tel: 697 243 181 conditioning of entire body Tel Viki PAINTER / DECORATOR on: 650 764 623 for more info avon cosmetics Tel Claire 691 987 454 avonfromclaire @yahoo.es pamper yourself at R Retreat El Cucador, beauty treatments, hair salon, holistic massage, waxing, pedicure etc. Therapists all established & UK qualified. Email retreatcucador.gmail.com or call 647 379 878 or look at our main advert on the ladies page inside & call the therapists direct
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specially fitted with an anti-cat device. They have several trees that have been bought, paid for and planted for no other reason than to provide secure, convenient and climatically controlled perches for them. We pandered to their hedonistic lifestyle even further recently – sparing no expense we bought them a bath. It is a pedestal upon which stands a shallow bowl, on the side of which perches a concrete dove. They love it, and throughout the day one or more will be splashing about in it, then hopping on to the dove for a quick preen and tidy. Having had their wash and brush up, they will then leave a message on the unfortunate dove, and fly off to some urgent and important rendez-vous. I have christened the dove Nelson – I’ll let you work out why! However, they have not learnt the lesson
of history; all the great Imperial powers of the past have foundered because they simply got too big for their boots. And they have done just that; they are abusing our good nature – we have spoilt them. We provide them with an interesting and varied menu: bread of various sorts, ditto biscuits, even cake on occasions. We provide clean drinking water and clean bathing water – the fact that both are in the same container shouldn’t really matter to a sparrow. We provide a comprehensive range of comfortable and secure accommodation choices, both day and night, so why can’t the little blighters be satisfied? Why do they have to descend en masse on our fruit trees, and peck and destroy every single fruit before it has had a chance to ripen? If I could catch them, I’d give them a sharp smack on their little bottoms, and send them packing josbiggs@hotmail.co.uk – pronto!
By Jos Biggs
The Inns and Outs of English Life
Contrary to popular belief, I am not a man who regularly hangs out in bars. In fact, the only time I visit such establishments these days, is when we have friends staying or if a sudden impulse grabs me and I fancy a change of scene. There is a marked difference between propping up a bar because the lure of a pint or three is irresistible and spending time there because of the camaraderie that such places offer. In my case it’s the social aspect of having a drink in a bar or pub with friends that attracts me, and it helps enormously if the surroundings are atmospheric and the ambience pleasing. My ideal in this respect therefore is the traditional period English pub with a genial mine host serving up pints of frothing real ale, which got me thinking about the pubs that have, for one reason or another, marked different phases of my life. My Dad was not a drinker, that’s to say that although he enjoyed a glass of Whiskey Mac at Christmas, our pub visits were very few and far between and when they did occur, it was always during the summer months so that we could sit in the pub garden; Mum with a Mackeson, Dad with a light ale and me with a lemonade and bag of Smiths Crisps. No poncy extra
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flavours then, just plain crisps with little blue bags of salt. My first memories therefore of attending public houses, were at The Sportsman and The Roebuck – both in Reading - on balmy summer evenings in the mid fifties and both travelled to by trolley bus. When I came of age, I had my first over the counter paid for drink at a pub called The Cunning Man. It was considered groovy to drink rum and blackcurrant at the time and that’s how I embarked on my journey into the world of alcoholic beverages. As a lover of fine rum now, I cringe at the idea of such a concoction and I honestly think I would gag if I was to sample that devilish mixture again. Our local on the council estate where we lived, was an establishment with the strange name of The World Turned Upside Down and the pub sign was of a horse sitting in a cart brandishing a whip, being pulled by a man harnessed between the stays. But I used the place rarely, the most specific case being with my best man on the way to the church on my wedding day in 1966. I wish now that I had become paralytic! It was only after the termination of this union – a fabulously long run of eighteen months – that I began to frequent one particular pub that was run by my excellent sister in law, Ye Boar’s Head Inn in the centre of Reading. At the start it was to simply get out of the house and try to alleviate loneliness, but I soon made many friends there and it became a regular haunt. Having realised that it was a big wide world outside of my home town, I made my way to Cornwall and the
picturesque fishing village of Polperro where the younger set of which I was then a member, alternated between three of the village pubs – The Noughts and Crosses, The Three Pilchards and the Blue Peter, all situated on or near the delightful harbour. The latter was the one most often used in the summer of ’72 and it was here that I was introduced to Newcastle Brown and long legged female seasonal workers. My annoyingly itchy feet led me away from Cornwall the following year and I found myself in one of the most beautiful locations in the world and it took very little time to get my feet under the table at the Robin Hood in Hamilton, Bermuda where I spent the next and best two years of my life acquiring a taste for good dark rum and meeting the people who were to become my lifelong friends. By far the longest period of my life spent in one place, was immediately prior to arriving in Spain and was in West Suffolk. Our principal watering hole was The Cloak Inn, easily the best pub in the area, but eventually closed down and sold by an avaricious brewer in the pursuit of bigger profits. It was also the only public house in the country with that name, making it an even bigger loss to the world. The traditional English pub is unique and therefore important, not just as a convenient stop over for travellers, but something that represents a way of life that I believe is worth preserving. And oh, I do miss them . . . and real ale of course.
John MacDonald (El Sordo) - www.caratacus.eu
Right from Day 1 our garden was the domain of sparrows – not just one or two, but a whole chatter of sparrows. They are amusing little people, with their busy little lives filled with important sparrow business, and on the whole I have been happy to share our garden with them - I just wish they had a little more anal control! The deal is: They provide entertainment, while we provide various luxuries such as are not enjoyed by their country cousins, who do not have the good fortune to possess Fairy Godparents in the form of English people. They are frequent recipients of largesse in the form of bread and biscuit crumbs, served on their own bespoke table,
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alqueria La Casa Maribel, the opening
The opening day of the restaurant La Casa Maribel approached. To say people were excited would be wrong, they were apprehensive. It was only Maribel and her challenged taste buds that were looking forward to the launch of her restaurant. No one had the heart to tell her that apart from Remitroot Alquerian foodstuffs were practically inedible. When the big day arrived Maribel was in high glee while the rest of Alqueria held its collective breath. Maribel was persuaded to employ Manuela as waitress, it was hoped her harmonious curves would distract the invited connoisseurs from what was going to be placed in front of them. The ambiance was convivial, gentle guitar music soothed the would-be diners while several glasses of a particularly potent Remitroot aperitif stupefied them. All was going well. Then Maribel started the food preparation. The food pundits sniffed the air as cooking odours wafted in from the kitchen. The initial reaction was to check the soles of their shoes for any unwelcome extras. Manuela tried plying the guests with liberal quantities of Remitroot wine and whisky in the hope she could numb them before the appalling food arrived. The subterfuge seemed to be working. Then the food made an appearance. The French connoisseur Didier Frogeaux simply looked at the food, rose from the table and, still looking at his plate backed out of La Casa Maribel. He was never seen nor heard of again apart from a postcard from Kaffeklubben Island asking for his back-pay to be forwarded care of the local post-office. The Italian
representative Alrigo Scoffaconi put a fork full into his mouth but didn’t chew or swallow. He was airlifted back to Treviso where he had the morsel of Alquerian cuisine surgically removed from his paralysed jaws. Burt Scrumblegob, the English oficionado chewed away merrily. “Just like home” he was heard to mutter as he tucked in. Maribel and her unserviceable taste buds still thought the food to be wonderful. She put the reactions of the French and Italian connoisseurs down to jealousy. She believed in the Alquerian brand. Maribel pointed to the remaining diner who was eating the Alquerian Trout, the smell of which was stripping the whitewash from the walls. He was certainly enjoying the fare. Unhappily it fell to Manuela to point out the deluded restaurateur that the remaining diner was in fact English. The horrible realisation dawned on Maribel, ‘English’, his experience of fine cuisine would be on a par with Loco Paco’s exposure to quantum physics. Maribel closed her restaurant and now runs a shelter for the gustatorily challenged.
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Leading Removal Company reports on strengthening housing market One of Spain’s top removal companies has reported that they experienced a resurgence in the Spanish housing market during 2013 and it looks like 2014 will be an even busier year. Mat Ford-Dunn, the Managing Director of ‘Advance Moves International Removals’ pointed to the fact that many property values in Spain have now fallen to a much more realistic level and this has definitely resulted in increased house sales. This has been noticed in all regions of Spain as Advance Moves operate their relocation services throughout the mainland. Advance Moves has its main warehouse in Murcia, Spain, with an additional warehouse in Kent in the UK and has had to purchase 5 new vans and trucks to cope with the increased demand over the past year. The UK housing market is also in a state of recovery and increased house sales have resulted in more people selling up and looking to buy in Spain. There are many factors that
tempt expats to Spain, not least the recent periods of turbulent weather, which many parts of the UK have suffered. On the flip side, for economic reasons many British Expats are now able to sell properties in Spain and Advance Moves are often the first choice when it comes to repatriating them back to the UK. Mat was also keen to point out that the increase in demand for their removal services was also down to the level of service and expertise that Advance moves offer to their clients and the fact that many clients had already seen the brightly liveried vehicles on the roads undertaking their removal services. Advance moves is also a member of the British Association of Removers and one of only a few companies that export wrap furniture to provide extra protection for international removals. ‘Our clients know that they are getting a more competitively priced, premium removal service, when compared to the rest of the market. The increased volume of removals enables Advance Moves to offer their clients a more regular and flexible timetable for their individual removal requirements’ Mat sees the trend continuing throughout 2014 with the housing market in the UK and Spain continuing to make steady process. Advance Moves are gearing up for another busy year.
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FOOTBALL - There has been plenty of action and shocks so far in the 20th World Cup tournament ... and there’s more to come! Spain suffered her heaviest defeat in the competition for 64 - thrashed, walloped, annihilated, 5-1 by the Netherlands in their first group game. England also made a bad start, beaten 2-1 in the Amazon rain forest jungle by Italy. Elsewhere there were wins for host nation Brazil (3-1 v Croatia), Chile (3-1 v Australia), Colombia (3-0 v Greece), Mexico (1-0 v Cameroon), Costa Rica (31 v Uruguay), Ivory Coast (2-1 v Japan), Switzerland (2-1 v Ecuador), France (3-0 v Honduras) and Argentina (2-1 v Bosnia & Herzegovinia with a great Messi goal). Brazil had a chance to bounce back (v Mexico) last night while today Spain play Chile and the Dutch take on Australia. Programme of matches: tomorrow (Group C) Colombia-Ivory Coast and (D) an early eliminator, England-Uruguay; Friday (C) Greece-Japan, (D) Costa Rica-Italy, (E) France-Switzerland; 21 June (E) Ecuador-Honduras and (F) Argentina-Iran; 22 June (F) Bosnia & H-Nigeria, (G) Portugal-USA and (H) Algeria-Korea Rep; 23 June (A) BrazilCameroon and Croatia-Mexico and (B) Australia-Spain and Chile-Netherlands; 24 June (C) Colombia-Japan and GreeceIvory Coast; (D) Costa Rica-England and Italy-Uruguay; 25 June (E) EcuadorFrance and Honduras-Switzerland; (F) Argentina-Nigeria and Bosnia & H-Iran; 26 June (G) Germany-USA and GhanaPortugal and (H) Algeria-Russia and Belgium-Korea Rep. GOLF - German Martin Kaymer led from
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start to finish to win the US Open golf title in North Carolina by eight shots. And the Irish Open starts tomorrow in Cork. MOTORGP - Spain’s Marc Marquez made it seven wins out of seven last Sunday when winning at the Barcelona Grand Prix at Catalunya. Valentino Rossi was second with Dani Pedrosa third. Marquez by Tony Matthews (175 points) leads Rossi (117) in the riders’ championship. CRICKET - England (575-9 declared including a double century for Joe Root and 267-8) were being pushed all the way by Sri Lanka (453) in the first Test at Lords. The second Test starts at Leeds on Friday. HOCKEY - Holland beat Australia 2-0 in the women’s World Cup final but in the men’s showdown, victory went to the Aussies who whipped the Dutch 6-1. RUGBY UNION - The All Blacks defeated England 28-27 in the second Test in Dunedin. The final Test is in Hamilton on Saturday. Other recent friendlies saw Ireland win 23-17 in Argentina, Scotland beat Canada 19-17 and Wales lose 38-16 in South Africa. FORMULA 1 - This weekend the cars, crews and drivers will be competing in the first Austrian Grand Prix since 2003. TENNIS - Grigor Dimitiov (Bulgaria) beat Feliciano Lopez (Spain) in the final of the Aegon tournament at Queen’s, London. And Wimbledon fortnight starts on Monday. SOCCER - Alan Irvine (55) has been appointed as WBA’s new manager. And in the women’s 2015 World Cup qualifiers, England beat Belarus 3-0 but Northern Ireland and Scotland’s lost to Sweden (3-1) and Bosnia & Herzegovinia (1-0) respectively.
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scores come to Cortijo Grande as 40 seems to be the score you need on a Sunday to win. Wednesday and our first div winner with 38 points Bob Winter second with 37 Steve Kilminster. The second div winner with 36 points Tony Stubbs and second with 30 Carol Hardy. Ball sweep winner Carol Hardy. Sunday and 40 points for John Park in the first div and 40 points for Sylvia Bradfield in the second div. you need to be playing well to win here. Second in the first div with 34 Bob Winter and second in the second div. with 32 Barbara Wardley. Ball sweep winner Philip Dunne. You will enjoy your game with Cortijo Grande on this lovely old golf course so come and join us, just ring 950 475509 and book with Patricia for your tee time. MP
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A truly fantastic performance from Forum´s Terry Moore & Tony Morgan saw them emerge with a 100% record after 4 rounds of matchplay golf at a very high level at the Ford League Grand Finals at La Sella, Denia on June 7th/8th and subsequently win the whole event to be crowned 2014 Ford golf League Champions, beating single figure golfers from all over Spain in the process. Huge congratulations to them, well done from all Forum GS members. Back to Earth at Lorca on Friday 13th for a 5 club stableford, and despite making a course that had recently been hollow tined that much more difficult the scoring was still extremely good, most noticeably from winner Stan Whitty with 39 points. Adrian Lawrence (35 points) was second, Brian Gyer showing glimpses of a return to form with 34 points for third, with Maurice Jamieson (fourth) edging out a whole slew of players with 33 points on countback. There were three nearest the pin prizes claimed, going to Richard Price, Richard Swaine & Brian Gyer Forum´s upcoming fixtures are 20th June Top Banana Inter
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Thursday 12th June at Valle de Este Golf resort, with temperatures climbing toward the mid 20s by 10.00am, this was always going to be a day of attrition for most of us unfit but game golfers. The format was a Pairs Texas Scramble but by the end of the day it was as if we had taken part in Texas Cattle Round up. Most of the 20 players felt the effect of the heat except Nekana, Paco and Jose (our Spanish members) whom ended the round without even breaking sweat, not so for Ian Postles who looked and sounded exhausted after a very difficult round. Ian managed to hit at least 7 buggie paths from the tees during his round and was once heard to say “damn game” whilst for a change he hit his drive into water. Mark Danson once again rose to the challenge of encouraging a high handicap partner to perform above the norm. This time it was the turn of Geoff (the dress) Smith to partner Mark and what a pairing. They easily won the Scramble taking just 70 shots to complete the par 71 course in net 64., Nigel Greenwood and Harry Eels battled gamely to secure 2nd place with a net 69, closely followed by Nekana Galindez and Paco Ocaña Grayal on 71. Paco also collected a Nearest the Pin on the 14th and converted that into a Two.
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The TITS tennis club The TITS tennis club ( Tennis In The Sun) held their first annual tennis skills competition at the Nueva Vera courts, behind Vera water park. After a gruelling, two hour contest under the burning sun, the trophies were handed out by coach Alvaro Fernandez-Cid The 16 members battled it out in a series of contests involving target shooting, best rally, most consistent play and endurance. It was close, with only 20 points separating the
winners from the losers. Presented with trophies were: best male champion Ray McHale. W o m e n ’ s Champion Sue Harrison. Booby prize Joe Draper. Pictures show Tits members with the winners at the front 2nd pic. Women’s champ Sue Harrison drinks fiz from her trophy.
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