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‘Solutions Yes, Demolitions No’ A demonstration calling for a solution to illegal houses in the Valley of Almanzora called today by the Association of all the Mayors of the valley under the banner ‘Solutions Yes, Demolitions No’ ,attracted some 300 people.

The event, attended by many of the valley’s Mayors, came as a response to the recent demolition of two British owned properties in the nearby hamlet of Las Terreras in Cantoria, and the threatened demolition of two others.

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by Gerardo Vazquez, lawyer for the home owner’s pressure group, AUAN, who outlined the senselessness of demolitions without prior compensation for those who had acted in good faith and whose human rights were being violated.

Mr Vazquez pointed out that in order to promote wealth, employment, social and economic welfare in the area, and reactivate the Spanish property market, demolitions must stop. He added that this problem affects not just the British, but thousands of Spaniards who find themselves in the same position and face the same unease.

Helen Prior whose home in Vera was demolished in 2008 also addressed the crowd. “What good did our demolition do for Andalucia or the Spanish economy? It’s only achievement has been to bankrupt us, negatively impact many businesses as well as the real estate sector, and to give a very bad reputation to the region as a whole”. Mr and Mrs Prior continue to live in what was formerly their garage and still have yet to be compensated for the loss of their home.

Mr. Vazquez put forward three proposals on behalf of AUAN. Firstly they called on the Mayors of the Valley to promote a

‘proposition de ley’ or legislative initiative to change the LOUA urgently. Secondly they called on the Mayors to put pressure on the central government to change state law to protect good-faith buyers from demolition with no prior compensation. Thirdly, the AUAN called on the Association of Mayors to support genuinely representative roundtable meetings, including all affected parties - homeowners and businesses as well as all political parties - to air opinions and give consideration to proper and workable solutions.

Antonio Salas, President of the Association of Mayors of the valley and Mayor of Alcontar, then took the microphone to apologise personally to Mr and Mrs Prior for their experience in Spain.

He went on to say that he was ashamed the demonstration needed to take place at all as this problem should have been resolved long ago. He gave his support to the three AUAN propositions.

Finally, Martin Martos Cerdan, the President of the business association AEPA, took the stage. He said he had attended a meeting yesterday with the Junta de Andalucia, who assured him they had been working for some time on resolving the problem. He told the demonstrators that there was another meeting planned next week with the Secretary for Planning to look specifically at the problem of illegal land divisions and he was encouraged by efforts being made by the Junta. “I am against demolitions” he said. “We must all stand together”.

However, on Friday evening, the Junta announced that it intends to go ahead with the demolition of the remaining two houses in Las Terreras, Cantoria.

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www.soltimes.com The closest many people ever get to a Cork Oak tree will be when handling a cork from a newly opened bottle of wine.

It’s amazing to think that the 5cm long wine plug was once growing as tree bark around a Cork Oak somewhere here in the Mediterranean.

Eastwards from Portugal through Spain, the south of France, Italy and also Morocco stretch 2.5 million hectares of Cork Oak forests. These forests provide some of the most ecologically diverse habitats in the world. Up to 135 different plant species have been found in just one square metre of forest including 30 different types of bracken. In Spain/Portugal the rarest cat species in the world the Iberian Lynx lives in these forests and Barbary Apes live in the oak forests of North Africa.

Almost all of Europe’s Crane population use the forests for shelter and breeding.

The biology of the Cork Oak means that it’s more fire resistant than other tree species, the cork protects the trunk and main branches tree from any fire. Afterwards new shoots and leaves sprout quickly again from the tree and the canopy is restored. Other tree species sprout again from their bases or from seed so the oak has a clear evolutionary advantage.

As well as providing a haven for wildlife the oak forests create quality soil and also reduce soil erosion from the

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wind and rain is absorbed into the rich soil easily. This also reduces erosion downstream from the forests as storm water runoff is greatly r e d u c e d .

Hydroelectric schemes and reservoirs benefit from cleaner water so increasing safety and efficiency.

In Andalucía 150 million tonnes of carbon dioxide are stored in all its forests. Every year about10 million tonnes of CO2 are absorbed by the oak forests alone – they really are the green lungs of the Mediterranean and vital to all our wellbeing. Because it’s renewing its bark, during its lifetime a harvested Cork Oak will store five times more carbon than a non-harvested tree.

The cork is hand harvested by up to 5 people per tree using small axes; a tree will be about 25 years old when it’s first cropped. The trees live for about 200 years and can be harvested every 10 years or so. 300,000 tonnes of cork is produced each year in Europe with half of that coming from Portugal. All those wine corks add up to about 50,000 tonnes with the rest used mainly for flooring, olive oil stoppers and footwear. This equates

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to a billion Euros in business turnover a year and 30,000 jobs.

Having worked in the wine trade and being keen on preserving our environment, I only buy wine that has a natural cork. There is a romance about opening a bottle of wine and some things should be left as they are.

Plastic stoppers and metal screw tops as alternatives use up the earths finite resources and create landfill. Plus without the cork being harvested these beautiful and vital habitats will suffer.

I was amongst these splendid trees recently in Grazalema, near Ronda. The cork had just been harvested, so the tannins in the newly exposed trunks made them burn bright red in the autumnal late afternoon sunshine. No wonder it’s called the ‘golden hour’ by photographers as the woods were filled with an almost magical light.

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THE SPAINIAC | Castillo de Javier

In the Basque region of northern Spain, located on top of a hill in the Navarre province sits the treasure of the Jesuit order, the Castle of Javier. Dating back to the 5th century, the castle was the birthplace of Saint Francis Xavier, and was the home of several leading families during its time. Gaining the name ‘Castillo de Javier’ from the missionary and co-founder of the Society of Jesus (Jesuits), Francis Javier is known as the patron saint of Navarre.

The construction has undergone a number of transformations in its life, as a watchtower, to a fortress, and with various sections and towers having been added to the complex.

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college, and also as a museum, preserves some of the most notable artworks, architecture, historical documents and artefacts. In particular, six large Baroque canvas paintings

by Godofredo Maes, and a sculpture of Saint Francis Xavier from 1622, have drawn much attention within the castle decor. The castle welcomes much tourism in Spain. During the ‘Javierada’, in which thousands of people from all over Navarre embark on a popular pilgrimmage during the first two weekends of March each year. The castle can be visited for a general admission price of €3.25, from Monday through to Sunday during the hours of 10:00am to 1:30pm, and 3:30pm to 5:30pm.

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My wife and myself are resident in Almeria. We have a house worth approximately 300,000 Euros and investments worth approximately 80,000 Euros (all in joint names). We have two children and have made a will leaving everything to each other and if both deceased, down to our children in equal shares.

My solicitor in Spain says that if I decease, my wife will have to pay a substantial amount of inheritance tax because, in Andalucia the exemption of 175,000 Euros is an all or nothing exemption, and that if I inherit one euro more than 175,000 Euros, I will pay inheritance tax on everything but the first 16,000 Euros.

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This is correct, because if you decease, the estate to be inherited by your wife will be worth approximately 190,000 Euros putting her over the exempt amount (175,000 Euros). Because this exemption is an all or nothing system it is essential that you do not go over the limit. In your case all you need to do is leave a small percentage of the house or money to your children. If they live in Andaluciá with you then they also have an exemption of 175,000 Euros each and if not, 16,000 Euros each.

In any case by leaving them a small amount you can very easily keep under the exemption limit and pay no inheritance tax. A small change to your will will in this case save you over 25,000 Euros inheritance tax.

Michael Davies is a Spanish Abogado and has been practicing law in Almería since 1993. He is member of the Law societies of Almería and Madrid and has offices in Mojacar and Almeria High Street.

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Ford-Dunn is Spanish Champion

The final Supermoto race of the year was held at Albaida, Alicante, over the weekend and produced some dramatic racing as all of the Spanish championship titles were up for grabs.

The Ford-Dunn brothers from Murcia have been in devastating form lately, with older brother Mat going into the last round with a 20 point lead in the SM Master 35 championship.

Mat was taking no chances in both of his races, he knew that finishing 3rd in each race would be enough to win him the championship title. The Racing was close with the top 3 riders all capable of winning the championship battling for the lead. The battle went down to the last corner of the last lap when the rider in 2nd position crashed causing Mat who was right behind him to stall his bike as he desperately tried to avoid the fallen rider.

The large crowd at the race fell silent as the race commentator went into overdrive describing the frantic action below him as both riders desperately tried to re-start their bikes.

But it was Mat who kept his cool and fired his bike up first and raced to the finish line to take 2nd position in the race and give him a points lead that the others could not better, making him Spanish Champion for 2013.

Anthony Ford-Dunn was racing in the premier, SM Open championship with the championship title already out of his grasp due to him missing the first two races of the season his aim was to secure 4th position in the title standings. Fresh from his wins at the previous Spanish and Catalan championship rounds Anthony was in great form but the dusty low grip dirt section was favouring his competitors on the KTM machinery and he was struggling for grip on his Supermotoland Honda.

He battled hard and was one of three riders that fought for the win in each of his three races. He managed an impressive 3rd, 2nd and 3rd positions that gave him 3rd overall for the days racing and secured him 4th overall in the 2013 SM Open Spanish championship. A great days racing as he stood on the podium with the reigning Spanish Champion Francesco Cucharrera who had just secured his 5th Spanish Championship title The Brothers and their sponsors ‘Advance Moves International removals’ and ‘Stratton Motorsports’ would like to thank the many race fans and supporters that turned up to the event and experienced a great days racing culminating in both FordDunn Brothers finishing 2nd and 3rd on the podium and Mat clinching the SM Master 35 championship.

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Some three months ago, several cafés, bars and restaurants, spanning 500 yards on Mojacar Playa leading up to the Indalo Hotel, suffered a spate of thefts from their respective forecourts/ patio areas.

Mine hosts of the El Sitio cocktail and tapas bar, were perhaps the couple who suffered most, being knocked for six after seeing many of their shrubs, plants (many in pots), herbs and various other items had been stolen, during the middle of the night or in early hours of the morning.

I reported on this, describing the culprits as ‘nasty and gutless criminals’ and that’s what they are.

Almost immediately, some local residents informed me who the likely suspects might be - sunrise joggers or dog-walkers perhaps - but nothing transpired, officially, although the thieving did stop within 48 hours of my article being published!

When someone tries their damned hardest to make their premises look smart and welcoming, and then get knocked ten steps backwards by some unscrupulous, plant-pinching criminals and that’s what they (YOU) are - you wonder what the world is coming to. But I can honestly say that word DID get round and those responsible ceased their activities, certainly at El Sitio.

But have they moved elsewhere? I would love to hear from anyone who thinks that these thieves are still active... so too would the police. And only recently told me that a ‘few pots’ (possibly stolen) have been spotted outside properties near Las Buganvillas. We’re on the case.

Meanwhile, the frontage of El Sitio is now back to its sparkling best and I would certainly recommend a visit and try one (or two) of the many superb cocktails which are available daily.

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King Juan Carlos to undergo surgery again on November 21

ensure the infection has completely gone – and then only if there is a favourable pathologist’s report will further surgery take place.

The King’s surgeon, Dr Miguel Cabanela, originally from the northwestern region of Galicia but practising at the Mayo Clinic in Minnesota (USA), flew over to the Quirón hospital in Madrid to operate on the Monarch, and has been in close contact with Royal household’s head of medical services, Dr Miguel Fernández Tapia-Ruano, who has been overseeing the King’s physiotherapy and treatment during his convalescence.

He will carry out the surgery on the King at the Quirón, and will bring his colleague from the US clinic, Dr Robert Trousdale, with him to assist.

After the operation, the Monarch will remain in hospital for between four and seven days; this will be the 14th operation the King has had in his 75 years, and the eighth in the last three-and-ahalf years. thinkSPAIN

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This is the latest in a series of operations which the King has had to have after the fitting of a replacement hip.

An infection set in in the area where his replacement hip had been fitted, and he was operated on at the end of September to treat the affected area and remove the artificial joint.

A temporary hipreplacement made of cement to avoid irritating the area was put in, and this is now due to be removed.

This ‘temporary’ hip was designed to leak out antibiotics in large quantities and concentrated on the infected area, as well as providing the necessary mechanical action to prevent the tissues from shrinking and to allow him to walk whilst he recovers.

He will then have a permanent hip prosthesis fitted, which is larger and made of a rougher material to help the bone grow.

The King will undergo a two-hour operation to remove the ‘temporary’ hip. Surgeons will then clean the area and take samples for testing to

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Firmly into its second year of trading, ‘Donna’s Boutique’ is a familiar sight in the heart of Turre. Owner Donna Booth has been delighting the ladies of all areas with a fabulous range of fashions to suit everyone. All shapes and sizes are catered for and age is certainly no barrier as Donna prides herself on selecting fashions that all women can wear. The recently introduced ‘Curve’ range of clothing flatters the more ‘shapely’ figure and enhances a woman’s ‘best features’ A wide selection of shoes, bags and accessories makes ‘Donna’s Boutique’ a onestop-shop for that special occasion or for everyday wear. With years of experience in the fashion industry and a real passion for the business, Donna offers a personalstyling service for anyone needing a helping-hand. With a huge following on her Facebook page, word of her extensive collection has spread and Donna can now offer Europe-wide delivery with shipments three-times per week.

Keen to keep her stock fresh, Donna has new items arriving every two weeks and the latest fashions can be viewed on her Facebook page, so click onto Donnas Boutique and hit the ´LIKE´ button to be automatically entered into a competition for a chance to win a clothing voucher to spend in her shop! So whatever the occasion, drop into Donna’s Boutique for your best shopping experience! ALL SIZES AND AGES CATERED FOR. B & B Carpentry has been working in the area for a number of years. Any jobs from hanging internal/external doors, fitting kitchens, flooring, Fencing - All types of Decking, shelving and gazebos are catered for, aswell as any maintenance big or small.

Trustworthy and honest Ring or email Barry for a quote at a very competitive price.

SOLO SAT is the number one company to use for all your satellite TV, air conditioning installations and repairs. Nik has over 12 years experience of fitting all types of satellite TV systems and air con units domestic and commercial, Phone him for more info, he is always happy to answer any queries you may have at anytime. 1.9 m dishes delivered to your door on a van that can. Why compromise?

CONNEXIONS has been up and running now for 10 years and is constantly keeping up to date with modern technology. Ken and Gill offer a great service. There is a wide range of laptops, tablets, mobile phones, books as well as art pieces. Also in store is the new Android TV box, no satellite dish needed just an internet connection of at least 2mbs. If you need a new TV to cope with the swap over we can help! We still do a full repair & upgrade service. Summer times have now finished and the shop will be open 9.30 – 2pm and 5pm - 8pm Monday – Friday and 9.30am till 2pm Saturday.

SOLSHADERS has been operating in this area for more than 7 years & is a fully legal Company. Their fantastic range of Awnings (which can protect your terrace from the wind), Insect Screens and Internal Blinds are available in a variety of colours & styles with a sign writing service also available. Justin is committed to giving all his clients 100% satisfaction & offers a free on site quotation without obligation & with his outstanding prices & excellent after sales service you are guaranteed a professional job from start to finish. Give us a call on 627 907 207 / 634 319 882 or Email: solshaders@ live.co.uk.

SELECCIONES situated next to the butchers is a weel established shop, selling good quality, good conditioned, new and used furniture. They do house clearances & also purchase single items which they are happy to sell on consignment with excellent rates of commission. Their onsite man with a van is happy to deliver and collect various items making sure they reach you in one piece. New branded sportswear direct from the UK is also available. You are guaranteed to receive a 1st class excellent service. We are now doing Spain - UK trips and are open every day 10am - 3pm, Thursady 10am -6pm and half a day Saturday.

MARI CRUZ is situated in Turre high street. It has a lovely outside terrace and roomy indoor area. Specializing in grilled meats, fish all cooked on BBQ & regional dishes as well as a great variety of wine, beers, tapas and an excellent variety of freshly homemade pizzas & pastas is available to eat in or take away. There is Lounge for meetings, company dinners, small events & birthdays. Enjoy a free bottle of cava when a minimum of 4 people order a starter and main course from the A la carte menu for this week only.

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Look Good Feel Great Sometimes, things just get on top of you, and ‘Pull yourself together’ ‘Don’t be so touchy’ ‘Get a grip’ ‘What have you got to moan about’ only serves to make you realise that you can’t Pull yourself together, etc.

This is the time to think about Talking Therapies.

Talking therapy is for anyone who is going through a bad time or who has emotional problems they can’t sort out on their own. They can help all sorts of people in many different situations.

Research shows that talking therapies work just as well whether you’re old or young, male or female, white or black, gay or straight, working class or middle class, and your educational background makes no difference either.

Sometimes it’s easier to talk to a stranger than to relatives or friends, especially if they are part of the cause of your stress.

During talking therapy, a trained therapist listens to you and helps you find your own answers to problems, without judging you. The therapist will give you time to talk, cry, shout or just think.

It’s an opportunity to look at your problems in a different way with someone who’ll respect and encourage your opinions and the decisions you make.

Usually, you’ll talk one-to-one with the therapist.

Sometimes, talking treatments are held in groups or in couples, such as relationship counselling.

Although there are many different types of talking therapy, they all have a similar aim: to make you feel better. Some people say that talking therapies don’t make their problems go away, but they find it easier to cope with them and feel happier.

Here are some situations where talking therapy may help.

Talking therapies can help if you have: depression anxiety an eating disorder a phobia an addiction If you’re going through a sad and upsetting time, talking therapies can help you deal with it. This could be after a relative or friend has died, after finding out you have an illness, if you feel all alone in a foreign country, missing your family, or disconnected from them, feeling like a stranger who doesn’t know how to fit in, or if you’ve lost your job.

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People with long-term health conditions are particularly vulnerable to depression, and talking therapies have been proven to help.

Older people, especially those with depression, are as likely to benefit from talking therapies as everyone else. Depression in later life, especially over the age of 65, is often dismissed as a normal part of ageing.

However, this isn’t the case and talking therapy can improve your enjoyment of life if you’re feeling low.

• Invite a friend over to make something creative.

• Cook your favourite meal.

• Think about the good times you have had .

• Learn meditation - it will really helps you to relax.

• Close your eyes and relive a really good day or something good that happened.

• Think about things objectively. Is your sadness really worth all the tears? Is your life the worst it could possibly be? Think to yourself: Will it matter in 10 years?

• Help out someone who needs help! Giving your time and energy to improve someone else’s situation will give you a sense of reward and purpose, and make you feel better about yourself and your situation.

• Look forward to another day ahead of you. The sad Feeling down happens to all of us at one time or days will go by fast if you count down the days until another. However, there are things that will help to that happy day! cheer you up. Try: • Do something that makes you laugh.

• Dance to your favourite song. Let it all out.

• Call somebody up to get all the bad things off your • If you have a cat or a small dog, have a nice cuddle chest. with it. A stuffed animal will work too.

• Try yoga. It can help clear the mind and free the • Keep yourself busy- try doing something productive! soul.

• Try to do something that you enjoy with a close • Live your day to the utmost. friend.

• Look forward to something. It always helps to set • Watch an entertaining video and snuggle up with goals and reward yourself for it. your favourite drink.

• Call up a friend or family member to talk about why • Take a bath and relax, you’re feeling sad. Do this to get something off your • Remember; everyone has a bad day sometimes. chest, or to get your mind off it. The simple act of • Remember there are people and maybe pets that talking can make a surprising difference if it’s with the love you. right person.

• Scream into a pillow to get all the bad feelings out.

Go for a walk. Work up a sweat. Exercising will make • Think about the people who love you. your body release endorphins, a chemical that lifts • Read a book. your mood and lessens your feeling of pain.

• Watch a relaxing and funny TV show!

Be spontaneous. Do something out of the blue.

Get out of the house. Go somewhere with a friend, a family member, or even by yourself. Have a good cry.

Sometimes the sadness stays no matter how hard you force yourself to be happy.

Take a nap.

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Results from a worldwide study indicate that a high percentage of break-ups occur due to Bad Breath!

Halitosis is the accumulation of disagreeable odours emenating from the mouth. Where do these smelly smells originate? The nostrils, lungs,and gastrointestinal tract can all harbour infections which cause Halitosis, as well the ingestion of certain medication and foods. Nonetheless, 90% of Halitosis bacteria originate in the mouth. The metabolic breakdown of bacteria within the mouth, lodging in periodontal pockets or on the upper side of the tongue, produce bad breath. Dental plaque is another cause. Dry Mouth Syndrome (mentioned in last month’s article) has Halitosis as a side effect.

Unfortunately, the person who produces Bad Breath is often the last to detect his/ her ailment. Loved ones should inform the Halitosis sufferer with kindness, as the truth can cause psychological trauma.

90% of Halitosis patients are transitory sufferers, and 10% are pathological. All can seek help and improvement from dental professionals.

The transitory patients are those who

wake up with a bad taste in their mouth, or notice their “heavy breath” after spicy foods or heavy meals, or even after a cup of coffee or tea. The use of drugs and/or alcohol, as well as smoking are all causes of transitory Halitosis.

Pathological Halitosis can be produced in the respiratory tract or resulting from cavities and periodontal disease. The periodontal patient may notice a film on the upper side of the tongue. (see photos) The solution to Bad Breath: 1) Visit the dentist and the hygienist on a regular basis.

2) Brush your teeth AND your tongue at least twice a day. There are tongue scrapers available at the chemist’s to clean the back part of the tongue.

3) Both floss and interproximal brushes are necessary for eliminating plaque and bacteria between the teeth.

4) Specific mouthwashes are available which help eliminate the problem with daily gargles of at least 1 minute.

Studies have proven that Halitosis can be controlled within three months of regular treatment. Visit your dental professionals for more information.

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HOME & GARDEN Lighten our our Darkness Darkness Lighten With solar garden lights. Sunshine is one of the few things in life that is free, and there’s plenty of it in Spain! So why not give your garden that after-dark magic look?

You don’t need to be a master electrician if you go for solar-powered lights, they are affordable, easy to install yourself and can be relocated easily.

Until recently, most solar lights emitted only a dim light and were not all that reliable. This has changed, as super-bright LEDs have replaced more conventional filament bulbs. Lightemitting diodes (LEDs) create light without generating the waste heat of normal bulbs, so they are very bright, yet require far less electricity to operate.

The result is a dependable, long-term “bulb” that will usually shine for the life of the product.

When shopping for solar lights, it’s important to match the light to the function you want it to perform. There are three primary categories of solar lights for use in the landscape: accent lights, path lights, and spotlights.

Accent lights add a pleasant glow to your landscape. Their relatively low level of illumination is designed to

“mark a place,” not illuminate an object or light a pathway. Due to their low light output, accent lights usually boast longer runtimes than other types of solar lights. In fact, it is not unusual for a quality accent light to run many nights on just a single day’s charge.

Accent lights typically use efficient multi-crystalline solar cells that allow them to charge even on cloudy days or in partially shaded areas. Many accent lights utilize amber LEDs to create an even softer ambience than the standard white LEDs. Some of them also “flicker” to simulate candle light. Amber LEDs use less electricity than their white counterparts, which allows for even longer runtimes.

They can be used to mark landscape hazards, such as a large rock that could be tripped over at night, or as garden features themselves. Compared to the other categories of solar lights, accent lights have the lowest light output and are the most affordable.

As the name implies, path lights are meant to light paths, walkways, driveway perimeters or other small areas around your home and in your landscape. They

are often used in multiples to guide the way along a set of stairs or a dark walk.

Path lights typically come with a choice of ground stakes, flange mounts and hanging hooks, to give the user a wide choice of positioning options. Most are designed to focus their light downward.

Path lights may also have on-off switches, a feature that allows the homeowner to “store” the electrical charge for a special event and ensure the longest possible run time. Some models may offer options such as highlow power, coloured lenses, or timers.

Solar path lights are a mid-range choice in terms of price and light output.

Spotlights are the brightest class of solar lights and usually carry the highest price tag. They are designed to cast a bright beam of light on plants, statuary or entryways. That said, it is important to realize a solar task light will not perform like a standard 100watt outdoor floodlight. A high-quality solar light with good LEDs can produce a focused beam of light equivalent to a 40-watt incandescent spotlight—an impressive amount of light that’s both

clean and free.

Most solar spotlights are designed so they can be mounted in a number of ways and can be adjusted to shine in any direction. Sometimes the solar panel can be mounted separately from the light, which allows you to put the panel in a place where it will get the sun, and the light where it’s needed.

Spotlights are generally the most durable class of solar lights. While nearly all solar lights are weatherproof and UV protected, spotlights are often more ruggedly constructed.

Solar lights that use LEDs have another little-known benefit that makes them especially well suited for landscape use.

As temperatures drop, LEDs generate an even brighter light, due to their solid state design. In this respect, solar lights are superior to low-voltage outdoor lights and compact fluorescent lights, which operate less efficiently in very cold conditions. LEDs also have a lifespan in excess of 100,000 hours compared to 2,000 to 3,000 hours for the average incandescent.

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security grills - garden gates & railings spiral staircases - motorised sliding gates garage doors - ornate gazebos

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Sundance Spas

Pool Maintenance S.L. Open: Monday - Thursday 9am - 2.30pm & 4pm - 7pm, friday 9am - 2.30pm & 4pm - 6pm Closed Saturday & Sunday

up to

50% off selected spas

Professional swimming pool cleaners our company has been maintaining pools for over 20 years. from routine cleaning to acid washes & grouting from pump repairs to leaking joints

rooms w o h s our to g Come alon uine Sundance Spas Lots of Special Offers on Gen as Sp d an H nd co Se of n io ct le Se d oo G Also

We Purchase Your Old Spa Cash Paid Mojacar Showroom, Paseo de Mediterraneo, 171

Tel: 950 472 845

www.sundancespas.com • sundancespas@telefonica.net

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MOJACAR OJACAR

Bay Bistro, the fresh food restaurant, is situated above the Irish Rover on the Mojacar Playa. They have fantastic views over the Mediterranean, whether you are on the terrace or inside the purpose built restaurant. They have a huge choice of Del Dia, Del Noche and A La Carte menus at very low prices and have recently extended the menu to include all your favourite Tapas and Raciones.

All the sauces etc are made in house - so if you are a vegetarian or have special dietary needs just let them know when ordering and they will do their utmost to accommodate. Next time you are out and about in Mojacar, give them a try, you will not be disappointed.

Picture from www.eyeonspain.com

the

lemon lounge

Two to Dine for 25€ Tuesday to Friday 7.00pm – 10.30pm 3 course meal plus full A la Carte menu

Paseo del Mediterraneo, 199, Mojacar Playa

Saturday special

sampler menu

7pm – 11pm

(just off the riding stables roundabout)

Sunday Lunch

Azeefa

Indian Restaurant & Takeaway

Super Indian Buffet

2 courses 10.50€ 3 courses 13.50€

Choice of 10 starters & 10 main dishes (normal menu available) Served from 6pm WEEKEND ONLY

Menu del Dia from €8.50 Tuesday to Saturday 12.30 – 3.30

Menu del Dia

Evening Menu €10.95

Served 1pm - 4pm

Served 6pm - 11pm

€8.50

Tel: 950 472 659

Open every day 1pm - 4pm & 6pm - late

mojacar playa - tel: 950 109 758

(Bar open all day Tues-Sat)

Exclusive Insurance Agent

Based in Mojacar playa in coastal properties Multicentro 38, (behind unicaja) open Mon-Fri 9-5

Tel: 620 179 206 669 075 541 / shelly.white@libertyseguros.es

Our Products:

Quality - Auto: 24 hours a day 365 days a year English speaking European breakdown service from km zero Windscreen cover, Liability, Legal assistance Courtesy car, Choice of vehicle repair shop Covers drivers over 25 years of age with a 2 year license Quality - Home: 24 hours English speaking home assistance service 365 days a year.

Liabilty, Legal assistance, Consortium fee, Goods are insured “New for Old” Optional to pay by installments Life Insurance/Funeral Plans: Life Insurance gives you and your loved ones greater peace of mind and you will be completel protected against: Disability, Serious Illness, Death, Option to pay by installments

per person

Special menu for 2 people 20€

Excellent Excellent Value Value

Shelly White

11€

Tel: 667 961 645

nr Los Arcos & K7 Estate Agents Mojacar Playa

ladies... a new style... a new look... a new you

PR Building Services All Aspects of building, construction & Carpentry

fully qualified & fully legal trained by saks london babyliss pro curler creating the perfect look & the perfect curls

open mon - fri 9am - 5pm is calling all males too!

Landscaping, maintenance & Swimming Pools over 15yrs experience The highest standard of workmanship fully legal, professional & Reliable

References Available Call Richard on 608 673 681 or 662 422 170

Bay bistro

“The fresh food restaurant”

Above Irish Rover and along from Mediterraneo, Mojacar Playa

open daytime & evenings closedtuesdays&sundayevenings Full a la Carte Sunday Menu del Dia Menu del Noche Lunch Special Menu Ava & Raciones New Tapas ble daily a Menu avail

3 Courses

ilable

Including Roast of the Week

booking now being taken for christmas day lunch We now have our New Pet Policy to cover your pets needs.

limited numbers now available

To avoid disappointment please call and reserve your table

Tel: 950 450 199 • 628 761 391

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EUROWISE

UK SUPERMARKET

Spend at least

10€ & get 10% off

when you present this advert

Mobile top-ups available

We now have Post Boxes available for just 10€ per year!

Post office services & passport checks

view our new website www.eurowise.eu

Dean’s Gentleman’s

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Barbers

Plaza Nueva, Albox (opposite Banco Popular)

Gent’s Haircut - 8€ Children’s cut (0-3years) - 6€ Cut & Style - 9€ Traditional shave - 5€

Tel: 666 618 122

Open Mon - Fri 10am - 2pm & sat 10am - 2pm

Lulu’s

Peluqueria Canina

professional dog grooming parlour Lisa is City & Guilds qualified she sets the standard Others Try to follow

Nail Clipping and Anal Glands - Only 5€ each!

No need for appointment

avda Lepanto, Albox

call 697 569 750 for appointments

Tel: 950 439 801

Tel: 950 952 940 . 697 569 750

Mon - Fri: 9am - 6pm Sat: 9am - 3pm Sun: 10am - 2pm

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Open 10.30am - 6pm Tuesday - Friday Avda LePanto, 20, 04800, Albox, next door to Eurowise

Jenny has been running Jax Hair & Beauty for a year now, but she’s been hairdressing in Albox for 9 years in total. Jenny is qualified to assist you with all your hair and beauty needs. Book your Christmas appointments. Gift vouchers are also available for hair and beauty. They are the ideal Christmas gift.

You can find Jax in the side street opposite Toni’s Bar (near the donkey statue!!). Jax Hair & Beauty is open Tuesday to Friday 10am – 3pm; Saturdays and late afternoons by appointment.

Tel. 645 560 367.

The Corner Shop - We have been established for 2 years serving the local community & surrounding areas. Our policy is to give the best service & best prices in the area. We are an ‘Aladdin’s Cave’ of all your favourite foods, drinks, household, pet products & more from the UK. We stock a selection of wines from Bodega Regino of Puerto Lumbreras, which are very popular & we now do mobile phone top ups including some UK. If there is something we don’t have then we will gladly try to source it for you. Our website is updated regularly with our Special Offers & other information.We are easy to find; from the traffic lights on the main road turn into Avd. Lepanto, go up past Mercadona, carry on straight up until you reach the crossroads (IBEX Insurance on corner), turn right, carry straight on past Bar Coyote & we are further down on your right. We also have a large car park for you convenience. SIMPLES! Our opening hours are 9am to 6pm Monday to Friday, 10am to 4pm Saturdays & 10am to 2pm Sundays. We look forward to seeing you!

POOL SHOP A CHIMNEY OR FLUE NEEDS CLEANING ONCE A YEAR! WHY? • T O REDUCE THE RISK OF A CHIMNEY FIRE BY • •

Glad Rags Ladies Fashion

Pop in and browse my large selection of Clothing & Accessories.

You will find somthing to suit Every Age, Style & Budget.

A large selection of Christmas Party outfits available as well as Christmas Gifts and Stocking fillers.

New late night opening until 7pm on Thursdays and Fridays. ing You

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For stylish quality clothing in beautiful fabrics, there is nowhere like Gladrags in Calle Malaga, Albox - Tel: 634 313 071 Open Mon - Wed 10am - 4pm Thurs & Fri 10am - 7pm. Sat 10am - 2pm

REMOVING SOOT AND TAR TO REMOVE A BLOCKAGE SUCH AS A BIRD NEST! TO INCREASE THE EFFICIENCY OF YOUR APPLIANCE (ESPECIALLY WOODBURNERS)

FOR PEACE OF MIND BOOK YOUR SWEEP TODAY FOR A FRIENDLY, PROFESSIONAL, CLEAN, SERVICE CALL PAUL ON 617150300 OR 850993057

A CLEAN CHIMNEY IS A SAFE CHIMNEY!

A1 Sky Television Systems • Satellite TV installations • alignment of dishes etc • supplied & installed

Coming Soon: UK TV without a dish Call for more info

Telephone Dave on

628 607 778

special offer €25 5kg shock + clorama algicide

offer available while stocks last

FIND US In Longo’s Courtyard

Shop: 950 104 345 or Maintenance: 637 582 696

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l Supermercado Tel: 950 43 00 43

Email: solsupermercadoalbox@gmail.com Arboleas  We are here

Mercadona

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Professional, reliable, handy man available... ...for all the jobs he doesn’t get round to, including Van Removals, Painting Exterior/Interior, Small Plumbing Jobs, Shelves, Garden Clearance, All Outside Work - Walls, Stone Cladding, Rendering etc... Property Maintenance Good hourly/daily rate - 7 yrs in the area.

Call Jim 677 557 190 Evenings 950 930 596 References available & Pics of work completed

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Sol Supermercado is a supermarket specialising in British products, including dry foods, frozen foods including meat, chilled products, household items, toiletries and pet foods/treats.

Based in Avda Lepanto in Albox, we are located close to the front entrance of Mercadona. Open Monday to Friday 9.30am – 5.30pm and Saturdays 10.00am – 3.00pm. Our Christmas stock is now in. We have Roses, Quality Street, Celebrations and Heroes. Also Christmas puddings, mince pies, chocolate Brazil nuts, cakes, Terry’s chocolate orange etc. It’s not too late to join our very popular Christmas Savings Club. Save as much as you want, when you want and we will add 10% to your final total saved! We are now also taking orders for turkey’s, boned rolled turkey’s, large gammon joints, legs of lamb, baby beef fillets, whole topside of beef, pork with crackling etc. Telephone: 950 43 00 43 with any queries or requests you may have.

Total Entertainment: Open every day except Christmas Day & New Year’s Day for English newspapers & magazines, books, stationery, DVD hire, cards & gifts, Internet & Office Services and mobile phone top-ups, to name but a few. Total Entertainment also boasts a Mini Cinema, yours to hire for just 15€ (seats 10).

Look out for our Friday Fairs, Slimming Club, Computer Clinic, Avon cosmetics, Elaine’s Wools and Translation Services with Kat. Get prepared for Christmas with our shopping trips to Murcia on Thursday 28th November and Sunday 8th December just 12€pp. Let someone else take the strain and spend Christmas in Benidorm from 305€pp including a gala Christmas meal and two guided excursions, the full itinerary is available in store or at www.totalentertainment.es. Christmas cards, diaries & calendars are now in. See our website to keep up to date with all of the products and services available. You can also find details on Facebook and Twitter. Or phone Claire on 950 121 318.

Raquel, who recently took over the management of Inford@ tox is available to help with all your computing needs, so pop in for details of what they have to offer. And, as well as the existing computer services they have always offered, such as ink cartridges and paper, Raquel has introduced a great range of scented diffusers and air fresheners for the home and car. Raquel is offering for Christmas a 10% discount on all air fresheners. There is also an extensive range of Tablets, Laptops, Cameras and computer accessories available for all your Christmas needs. Raquel speaks good English, so you’ll have no problems being understood!! For more information call 950 633 223 or find them on Facebook. Inford@tox is open Mon to Fri 9am-2pm & 4pm – 7.30pm / Sat 9am-2pm.

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SMALL BUSINESS FOR SALE Would suit single person or 2 people Room for expansion Owner is retiring Please telephone 634338832 for further information

The Book Box

top quality pre-read books

Thousands of Titles - Hundreds of Authors All checked, cleaned & catalogued At - The Courtyard, Ferreteria Longo, Albox Open Mon - Sat 10am - 2pm

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Under new management

Pop in & see Raquel for details of our new products

open Mon - Fri 9am - 2pm/4pm - 7.30pm & Sat 9am - 2pm

Visit Us on the web: www.infordatox.com Phone: 950 633 223 Next to the Centro Comercial LONGO Find us on

JAX

Hair&Beauty Formerly J.D. Hair Design

look good, feel good with our full range of treatments

Albox Rambla

El Cordobes

Tlf. 645 560 367

Tues - Fri 10-3pm After 3pm by appointment only Saturday AM by appointment only

Toni’s Mirador Bar

JAX

Gift vouchers available.

The Ideal Christmas Present.

T.C’s Bar

All Welcome

Breakfasts available from 1.50€ Sunday Meals available from 1st Sunday in November 30% Discount for Pensioners COMING SOON - Noodle Bar Open 9am - Late Monday - Sunday Find us in Avenida LePanto, Albox (opposite Eurowise)

Tel: 950 930 900 / 968 969 962

 mercadona

We have the largest selection of your favourite goods in the area, and at the best prices too!

All direct from the UK. Check our website for all the latest SPECIAL OFFERS

WWW.ALBOXCORNERSHOP.COM

Colmans condiments

any 2 for €3

IN STOCK NOW! Marks & Sparks All Butter Luxury Scottish Shortbread 400g

€2.25

All your Christmas goodies NOW IN STOCK!!!

BP

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lifestyle mixers

Tonic, Low Cal Tonic, Soda Water, Ginger Ale & Bitter Lemon

only 55c

For your convenience you can pull up outside or we have a large carpark. We are only 2 minutes from Mercadona.

Opening Hours Mon – Fri 9-6, Sat 10-4, Sun 10-2

Tel: 950 930 539

Pay us a visit, you will love our prices!

Of Albox

Range of voiles & swivel recliners

now in stock

•Beds & Bedding • Bedsteads & Mattresses • Furniture & Foldaways •luxury Bedspreads •Duvets 13.5 & 15 tog • Flannelette Sheets •Curtains

Calle Malaga, ALBOX (2 streets up from Mercadona) Mon-Fri: 10-5 Sat: 10-2 Email: sleepcentre-albox-spain@hotmail.com

Tel: 673 088 476

w w w. c a r l o s s a l i e n t e . c o m

carlos.saliente@gmail.com

special offer!

Wood Burning Central Heating System All Concealed Pipework 12.5kw woodburner, 6 radiators (12 sections) based on a 3 bed, 2 bath 120m2 villa

and and Ariston 200l Compact Solar Hot Water System with digital temperature reader Supplied and fitted

from €6,995

For more info or free no-obligation quote, call, email or pop in & see us!

Open Mon-Fri 10am-3pm. Cortijo Pipa, Avenida de Limaria, 1, Limaria, Arboleas (next to the Welcome Stranger) Zafra Energy & Heating appointed installer of renewable energy systems

www.zafra-energy.com www.carlossaliente.com carlos.saliente@gmail.com

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Wanting to sell?

We are currently looking to expand our portfolio.

For more information please call us on, Spain 0034 699 271 709 or UK 0044 7919215925 email: shirleywithvidacabrera@hotmail.com

Property of the Week

* Cortijo Grande * 3 bed/1 bath+wc * Private pool * Uninterrupted views

* * * *

Los Gallardos 2 Beds / 2 Baths Community pool Fully furnished

* Arboleas * 3 Bed/2 Bath * Private pool * Garage

* * * *

Sierra Cabrera 3 Bedrooms Private Pool Sun spa jacuzzi

* Upstairs terrace * Large lounge * Next to golf * 5 mins to Turre

SCL0119

69.900€

SCL0124

199.995€

SCL0097

275.000€

SCL0134

160,000€

* Cortijo Grande * 3 bed/2 bath * near golf * on one level

* Puerta Lumbreras * 4 Bed/3 Bath * Private Pool * Country Property

* * * *

Sierra Cabrera 3 Bedrooms Large underbuild Private pool

SCL0131

80.000€

SCL0135

215.000€

SCL0049

280.000€

* Albox * 1/2 & 3 Beds * Central Location * Ideal 1st home

* * * *

Cortijo Grande 2 Beds /2 Baths Near Golf Fantastic views

*Sierra Cabrera * 3 Bed/3 Bath * Seperate annex * Various terraces

* Sierra Cabrera * 3 Bed/3 Bath * 1450sqm Plot * Stunning views

SCL0127 from

33.000€

SCL0098

89.000€

SCL0130

225.000€

SCL0050

385,000€

* Zurgena * 3 Bed/2 Bath * 100% Mortgage * 71sqm

* Cantoria * 4 Bed/2 Bath * 5000 sqm plot * Old school house

* Mojacar Playa * 4 bed/2 bath * Sea views * On golf course

* Sierra Cabrera * 4 Bed/4 Bath * 1600sqm plot * Infinity pool

SCL0129 from

44.000€

SCL0136

135.000€

SCL0081 from

230.000€

SCL0094

694.000€

www.sierracabreraliving.com email : shirleywithvidacabrera@hotmail.com

Tel : 950 091 830 / 699 271 709

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property group

Paseo del Mediterraneo 197 - Mojacar - Almeria

Tel: 950 472 430 / 610 053 563

www.veritashomes.co.uk info@veritashomes.co.uk You can find us on vera

€70,000 mojacar playa

€95,000 huerta nueva

2 bed / 1 bath fully furnished Penthouse with terrace & roof solarium near amenities.

Underground parking. Lift . Ref. 1020

2 bed / 1 bath south facing Apartment with terrace with sea views. Complex with pool & gardens near beach and amenities. Ref. 1513

Mojacar playa

mojacar playa

€112,000

€99,000

Immaculate south facing 2 bed / 2 bath ground floor Apartment with private plot of 321 m². Fully fitted kitchen. Ref. 1540

€170,000

mojacar playa

€109,950

2 bed / 1 bath Apartment with store room & underground private parking within 200 meters to beach. Communal pool. Ref. 1395

Mojácar playa

€124,950

THE BEST INVESTMENT PROPERTY:

End of terrace south facing 2 bed / 2 bath Townhouse with sea views within walking distance to beach & amenities. Ref.1534

3 bed / 1 bath Apartment with terraces with sea views. Gated complex with tennis court and pools near promenade. Ref.1527

mojacar playa

mojacar playa

€124,500

Opportunity! 3 bed/2 bath large Villa with garage on plot of 513 m² in La Parata. Needs a little refresh.

Ref 1533

2 bed / 2 bath south facing Apartment with fabulous sea views near beach and amenities.

Fully furnished & Air con. Ref.1530

€130,000 antas

san juan

€135,000

Amazing 2 bed / 2,5 bath sea facing Apartment with garage. Fully furnished. Large terrace. Lift, tennis & pool. Ref.1546

Well appointed 4 bed / 2 bath Village House in Los Colorados. Plot 300 m². Large front terrace with countryside views. Ref.1545

mojacar playa

mojacar playa

€150,000

Charming 2 bed/1 bath east facing Townhouse with garage & front and rear terrace of 60 m².

Sea views. Communal pool. Ref.1548

cantoria

Charming 4 bed / 2 bath Villa with pool on plot of 2,620 m² on a very tranquil setting in El Fas with lovely mountains views. Ref.1517

€197,000 mojacar playa

Lovely 3 bed/2 bath Townhouse with terraces and roof solarium with sea views set on nice development with pool near promenade. Ref 1523

€149,000

€129,950

Nice south facing 2 bed / 2 bath Townhouse with terraces and roof solarium near beach & amenities. Ref.1535

mojacar playa

€149,000

Massive 4 bed / 2 bath 1st floor Apartment with a short walking distance to beach. Communal pool. Ref.1547

€210,000

4 bed/2,5 bath detached Villa on plot of 450 m² set across the road from beach. Car port.

Terrace & roof solarium with sea views. Ref 1544

Please visit our office or refer to our website for more “bargains”. Vendors: If you are seriously considering selling your property please visit our office to discuss effective ways of achieving your goal.

As per decree 218/2005 the “Documento de Información Abreviada” (D.I.A) for any property sold

by Veritas Homes is available at our office.

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elite plant hire construction & drainage

• general builders • jcb 3cx hire • patios • roofing

• walls • paving • extensions • cladding

Digger Hire available references available

call lee on 636 092 632 eliteplanthire@hotmail.co.uk

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Stacking service available Free Kindling with every full load

now incorporating “Sammy Sweep”

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Qualified Carpenter & Builder

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• 8 years in Spain with 25 years experience • Quality work guaranteed • References available

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Office: 950 437 053 / Mob: 628 650 598

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3 bedroom duplex for sale Sol De Alboran, Almerimar A beautiful, residential duplex apartment on this quality development. This property benefits from first line beachfront location and is also equipped with communal gardens and a huge swimming pool, playground and paddle tennis courts. It also boasts fantastic mountain, beach and lake views.

Please email for more details and photos

www.olivehouse-es.com

NOW 139,950€

BEDAR

OLV110

ENERGY PERFORMANCE CERTIFICATE

from 150€ (VAT included), fully registered with Conserjería de Innovación y Ciencia - Junta de Andalucía

REGULARIZATION & LEGALISATION CERTIFICATES based on Decree 2/2012 from 300€ + 21%VAT Free consultation - For other services visit

www.proinspectionreport.co.uk architect Daniel González Aranda - 686 846 624 propertyinspectionreport@hotmail.com

950 10 42 72

F O R S Offers A Lin Region E of €190,000

Contact: 607 705 085 or 687 938 466

C/Llanos, Bedar (Next to the Miramar Restaurant)

This wonderful plot has planning permission for a large 280m2 property. The plot is being sold with all the plans and permissions and is one of the few plots remaining in the Bedar area. The plot has easy access, is walking distance to the village and has uninterrupted sea views.

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energy performance certificates from 121€ (VAT included) fully registered

BUILDING & STRUCTURAL SURVEYS CERTIFIED & LEGAL REPORTS

For litigation purposes, concerning building negligence & house damage Free consultation www.proinspectionreport.co.uk architect Daniel González Aranda Telephone 686 846 624

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COMPLETE HOLIDAY CARE MOJACAR PLAYA

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If you are looking to buy or sell a property in the Huercal Overa / Taberno / Zurgena / San Juan de los Terreros area, please contact us NOW!

Call 0034 950 616 827 / 0034 678 002 006 155a Carretera Estacion, Huercal Overa. 100m from LIDL

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Ref:LA/GK - 3 bed 1st fl. apt, 3 pools & gardens. 300m to beach, tennis, lift

MOJACAR - reduced €119,950

120,000€ Mojácar Playa A1174

Ref:INT/MJ - 3 bed/2bath house private gardens , garage, com pool 300m to beach

MOJACAR - new €189,950

Superb apartment of 68m2 + 39 m2 terrace with outstanding sea views. 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, hot & cold air-conditioning & furnished. Well maintained. Community pool & private garage.

Ref: PM/TW beautiful 2 bed/ 2 bath apt in Puerto Marina, pool, large terrace, sea views, garage, a/c, furnished.

MOJACAR - NEW €119,950

MOJACAR - NEW€169,950

MOJACAR - new €69,950

MOJACAR -reduced €57,950

A quality 2nd floor apartment of 70m2 in a well kept community next to the golf course.

2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. Garage parking & storeroom. 2community pools. Country views.

info@almeriaholidays.com

www.almeriaholidays.com

260,000€ Mojácar Playa DV1065 Large detached house + apartment of 150 m2 on 524 m2 only a few minutes walk from the beach. 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, roof terrace, garage & gardens with room for a pool. Excellent rental potential.

www.pricebrown.com Tel: +34 950 478 915 Fax: +34 950 478 963 sales@pricebrown.com rentals@pricebrown.com Mondays - Friday 9:30am - 5pm

Paseo del Mediterraneo 19, Mojacar Playa, Almeria (near the Hotel Best Indalo)

Tel: 950 478 612 / 610 808 631 

Superb linked villa of 81m2 with a private terrace of 22m2 just 400m2 from the beach.

2 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms & furnished. Well maintained community gardens & pool.

64,995€ Valle del Este AL1148

Ref:VA/TL Fantastic 1bed/1bath apt, A/C, com pool, parking, F/F, 300m to beach

Ref: IND/JL fantastic front line 2 bed/2 Ref: IA/SP/302 - 1 bed/1bath apt, F/F, 50m to bath apt.,pool, large terrace with sea views, beach, sea views A/C, com pool, good rental garage, a/c, furnished.

139,950€ Mojacar Playa LV602

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Across 8 Stopper (4) 9 Raves (5) 10 Hebrew month (4) 11 Discharged (6) 12 Blast offs (8) 13 The dinosaur period (8) 15 A skillful hunter (6) 17 A container for cigarette butts (7) 19 Backside (7) 22 Stripe (6) 24 Physiologically dependent (8)

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take care of your pets......

Although there are more than 2,200 kinds of fleas, it only takes one type to cause a lot of misery for you and your pet .

Internationally known flea and tick expert

Scratch, scratch!

Michael Dryden, who has a doctorate in veterinary parasitology, is a founding member of the Companion Animal Parasite Council, and has conducted research on almost every major flea and tick product on the market, offers a Question and Answer advice on how to fight fleas and eliminate ticks.

Q: How did my dog get these fleas and ticks?

A: The way animals get fleas is some other flea-infested animal - a stray dog or stray cat, or urban wildlifewent through your neighbourhood. The female flea lays eggs and the eggs are basically rained off into your environment. And then those eggs developed into adults and those fleas jumped onto your pet.

That’s how it happened.

Dogs generally get ticks because they’re out in that environment, walking through the woods or high grass, and

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these ticks undergo what’s called questing, where they crawl up on these low shrubs or grass, generally 18 to 24 inches off the ground and they basically hang out. And when the dog walks by or we walk by and brush up against these ticks they dislodge and get onto us. Ticks don’t climb up into trees. That’s an old myth. They just lie in wait for us. It’s sort of an ambush strategy. They can live well over a year without feeding.

Q: Can fleas and ticks cause my dog to get sick? What kinds of illnesses can she get from them?

A: Probably the most common thing is, when these fleas are feeding, they’re injecting saliva into the skin. These salivary proteins are often allergenic and animals end up with allergy. The most common skin disease of dogs and cats is what’s called flea allergy dermatitis, where they bite and scratch and lose their hair. It can take only a few fleas for this allergy to become a problem.

If you have a lot of fleas, since they’re blood-sucking insects, especially if you have puppies, pets can become anemic and even die with heavy infestations.

Fleas also commonly transmit tapeworms

to our pets.

With ticks, there are a dozen to 15 or more tick-transmitted diseases that our pets get from ticks.

Q: What are the best ways to control fleas and ticks?

A: Besides the flea products we’ve discussed, try to keep your home as dry as possible. I would recommend not having any carpet because carpet is a flea’s best friend. Keep the brush and weeds in your garden to an absolute minimum.

Q: Are there natural ways I can control them if I don’t want to use chemicals?

A: There really aren’t from a natural standpoint. Over the years, we’ve spent some time looking into the more natural or holistic approaches and as yet I’ve not found any that’s actually effective. The garlic, the brewer’s yeast, all the research shows none of that stuff works. If it did, I’d be using it. The ultrasonic devices?

The data shows they don’t work.

And just because something is “natural” or “organic” that doesn’t mean it’s safe. Most of the poisons in the world are actually organic poisons. Some of these citric extracts people used to use

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We have over 15 year’s professional background in animal care. We are small and care for your cat the way we would like our own to be. For the pet lovers with dogs and other pets these can be accommodated for in our own spacious home with walled garden and treated as one of the family.

Our service is special, bookings are limited and pre-booking is recommended. Discounts are available for multi-cat owners.

Inspection is welcome and regular customer references are Pam & John available.

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can be fairly toxic to cats. The cats’ livers just can’t handle them.

There is diatomacious earth, which is basically microscopic silicone particles that can be spread around in your carpet.

They scratch or excoriate the flea larvae.

But you’ve got to be a little careful. You don’t want to inhale the stuff, because now you’ve inhaled silicone particles into your lungs and where’s that going to go? There are pesticide control firms that apply that stuff appropriately, and when they do it’s very effective and it’s safe. But just make sure if you have somebody do it in your house it’s done appropriately. It’s a very good larvacidal and a flea preventive measure if it’s done correctly.

Fleas and ticks are really sunlight and humidity sensitive. Most situations where we find them are under shrubs, under bushes, under porches, in shaded, protected habitats. So we should only be applying those compounds in a limited fashion under those locations. Then we must let it dry on the foliage for three to four hours before we allow our pets and our children back out there. pets.webmd.com

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Showaddywaddy Legendperforming Friday 29th November see board for details of all entertainment

DON’T COOK, JUST EAT DELIVERY SERVICE NOW AVAILABLE. MOJACAR AREA. SATURDAYS ONLY. MINIMUM SPEND APPLIES

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telephone: 950 473 135

Open 10am till late 7 days a week

have fun round an open fire/ barbecue now that the winter is almost upon us? Swap the flip-flops and swimmies for trousers, boots and a cuddly jumper and enjoy the dark evenings with a bit of discrete lighting and a glass of spiced wine, and maybe some of these goodies: • Slow-roasted veggies.

Roasting veggies over a fire gives them a deliciously distinctive flavour that you can’t get by roasting them on the hob. Simply cut

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Are Barbecues only for the summer?

No, of course not! Think of your barbecue as an open fire, and then it’s only a short step away from calling it a bonfire!

It is really an open fire, simply a very controlled one, suitable for this tinder-dry part of Spain, where a real open bonfire not only needs Ayuntamiento permission, but is genuinely risky!

And who says that we can’t

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Bar lepanto Bar Trespasso for Sale due to retirement Busy Albox Bar in prime location near Mercadona Open 9am - 6pm Mon - Sat but with potential for evening trade.

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veggies into uniform pieces, toss with some olive oil and seasonings and wrap in aluminum foil. Nestle the foil packet in the hot coals and cook for about 30 minutes, turning occasionally with metal tongs.

• Orange peel brownies.

For a gourmet dessert that you can make over the fire, slice the top off an orange and then scoop out the flesh, leaving the peel intact in a bowl-like shape. Fill the orange peel “bowl” halfway with prepared brownie mix.

Then place the filled orange peels on top of the grill. Let them bake for 30 minutes or until the mix looks like it has set and a fork or toothpick comes out clean when stuck in the middle.

• Sausage calzone on a stick. Roasting food on a stick isn’t limited to marshmallows! For this great appetiser idea, spear a fully cooked chicken or turkey sausage link with the end of a stick. Then wrap with a piece of reduced-fat crescent roll dough and sprinkle with an Italian seasoning blend.

Cook, occasionally rotating, over the fire until dough is golden brown and cooked through.

• Easy cherry pie. Fill half of a pita pocket with cherry pie filling, then wrap in aluminum foil and cook, nestled in the coals until the pie is heated through, around 30 minutes.

• Campfire pizza. Top a flatbread with your favourite pizza sauce, cheese and toppings. Then place on the grill and cook until cheese is melted and pizza is heated through.

By Sarah-Jane Bedwell What are your favourite things to cook over a barbecue/campfire?

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Warm and Spicy Autumn Punch Ingredients Directions

Original recipe makes 16 (4 ounce) servings.

2 oranges 8 whole cloves 6 cups apple juice 1 cinnamon stick 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg 1/4 cup honey 3 tablespoons lemon juice 2 1/4 cups pineapple juice

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Stud the whole oranges with cloves, and bake for 30 minutes.

2. In a large saucepan, combine the apple juice and cinnamon stick. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to medium, and simmer 5 minutes. Remove from heat, and stir in the nutmeg, honey, lemon juice, and pineapple juice.

3. Serve hot in a punch bowl with the 2 clove-studded baked oranges floating on top.

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Bar la Union

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Cider Pork & Apple 7.45 Succulent pork fillet gently braised with apples in a rich cider & brandy sauce

in La Alfoquia Tuesdays and Sundays Open from 11-7 pm Wednesday - Saturday Open 11am until close Closed Mondays Tapas available AL JAZEERA TELEVISION SHOWING LIVE SPORT

Sunday Lunch from 6.95€ Lamb Shoulder

Domino’s Band playing Saturday 16th November from 8.30pm onwards Saturday 30th November

is a Charity Night with Kris Kelly for “The Doghouse” in Huercal Overa Tickets are 8€ each with 2.50€ going to the Charity and Meal choice of Roast Chicken or Lomo with Chips and side Salad or Sausage, Mash &Light Peas Bites to be& Menu del dia pm Tues - Sat pre-ordered upon receipt1-6 of ticket.

(3€ supp, pre-ordered 48 hrs in advance)

Evening Menu Saturday 7th December

we have the Twilight Shadows Wed from - Sat 8.30pm.

Served 6-9pm

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traditional 88.9.955 sunday lunch

4 COURSES WITH WINE & COFFEE DINNER 7PM - 10PM 20oz T-BONE STEAK, 16oz BEEF ENTRECOTE 12oz PORK TENDERLOIN, ROASTED LAMB SHANK & SHOULDER, ROASTED PORK KNUCKLE & MORE

TRADITIONAL CHRISTMAS LUNCH Cava & Canapes On Arrival

5 Courses Menu Choice Of Turkey, Lamb Shoulder, Pork, Beef Fillet With Este & Rioja Wines Coffee & Mince Pies,

All Inclusive 35€ pp

Booking Essential, Limited Places

New Years Lunch

Cava & Canapes On Arrival 5 Courses Menu Choice Of Lamb Shoulder, Pork, Beef Fillet With Este & Rioja Wines & Coffee

All Inclusive 30€ per person

MENU DEL DIA 4 Courses with Wine & Coffee Monday to Saturday inclusive Lunch 1pm - 4pm

sunday roast menu del dia

4 courses with bottle of ESTE wine per couple & coffee included: Roast Lamb Shoulder & Pork Knuckle, 16oz Entrecote, 20oz T-Bone, 12oz Pork Tenderloin, Roast Potatoes & Fresh Vegetables Freshly Baked Bread SERVED 1pm - 4pm

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Herb Crusted Cod 7.95 Atlantic Cod with a delicious homemade crust of parsley, parmesan cheese and bread crumbs

served 12.30PM-5PM

includes a complimentary booking coffee & chocolate recommended

bookings now being taken for Christmas day and pre Christmas Parties

ALL MAINS ARE SERVED WITH A CHOICE OF POTATOES & SEASON AL VEGETABLES HOMEMADE STARTERS & SCRUMPTIOUS HOMEMADE DESSERTS all 3.00 each!

NOW SHOWING Saturdays &Sundays

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Monday special

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Liver & Crispy Bacon 7.45 Pan fried liver with onions and bacon served with a rich gravy

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Chilli Night

5€

TUESDAY special Chicken Curry & Rice or Cod Fillet & Chips

LIVE PREMIER LEAGUE FOOTBALL

wednesday supper

5.50€

Chicken Chips & Salad Lomo Chips & Peas

Thursday Pie Night

5€

Homemade Pies, Chips & Peas

SERVED 6-9PM

Beer battered cod

homemade chips & peas

5.50€ from

5.95€ in the Bar

FRIDAYS 12.30pm - 9pm

lite bite snacks

open every day open for lunch 12pm - 3.30PM 12pm - late specials, burgers, wraps

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Arboleas

2 COURSE LUNCH 12:30-3:30PM 6€

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FUTURE EVENTS AT JACKS SAT 9TH NOV - MACS CHARITY RACE NIGHT SAT 16TH NOV - 7O’S CHARITY THEME NIGHT Disco - Motown - Northern Soul Hosted by Mark Deacon & Rod Oxley Call into Jacks for more details

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LIVE PREMIER LEAGUE FOOTBALL

Bar Menu & Snacks 9AM-4.30PM (except Sunday) Home Made Burgers, Jacket Potatoes, Home Made Puds & much more

ALL DAY BREAKFAST from 9AM includes free tea or coffee

Cod ‘n’ ChipS

friday & SATURDAY SERVED 12-9pm

Beer-battered Cod, Home-made Chips, with Mushy or Garden PeaS Bookings Advisable

Traditional SUNDAY LUNCH

Delicious & Homecooked Beef & Yorkshire Pudding, OR food.. 12pm - 5pm Roast Pork, crackling & apple sauce, OR Tender or Roast Chicken with Stuffing, all served with Seasonal Vegetables...

Fish dish also available...

NEW first Sunday of every month LAMB SUNDAY with succulent roast lamb BOOKING ESSENTIAL

6.95€

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Activities

Monday

•L ine Dancing from 2:30pm with Eleanor & Gilly • ROCK’N’ ROLL 7:30PM

Tuesday

• QUIZ NIGHT 7.30PM for 8PM & Darts

Wednesday

• Line Dancing with Carrie 7pm

Thursday

• Ceroc Classes 8pm • Geneology

PLUS

Art Classes, Computer Club, Keep Fit

Please call into Jacks to check Timetables

NEW NEW NEW Easy Peezy Spanish Lessons with Avril - Tues 4.30pm

ample parking Free Wi-Fi OPEN 9AM-LATE MON-SAT 10-6 SUN

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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

Menu del noche

3 courseS - €12.00 Beach Opening Times 10am til close Food served 10:30am til 10pm

menu of the day 3 courses €10.50 regular TRIBUTE SHOWS see website for details

tel: 950 473 099 www.beachcombermojacar.com

weekly quiz nights with CHERRY Original Quizzes

Questions to make you think! Smile & Ponder...

This week’s word is turophile but what does it mean? Get this BONUS question correct and earn an extra point for your team in next week’s Quiz!!!

A really enjoyable night out - All levels welcome from 7.30pm Come on your own or bring a team - Prizes & Wooden spoon presented on the night! And Quirky Quizzes have spread their wings ~ they are also on Tuesday evenings at Jack’s in Albox ~ so if you can’t make it to La Vida, then we’d love to see you at Jack’s instead!!

La Albox

tuesdays 7.30pm

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Monday evenings 7.30pm

Be ahead of the game! Call 950 121 936 now to see how this space can be the winning shot for your business

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 weekly events: Friday 29th November, an evening with the fantastic Ashley. Spanish Lessons, held every Monday and Tuesday mornings from 10.15am . Tai Chi every Wednesday and Thursday mornings from 10.30am.

Line dancing lessons Monday afternoons from 4pm. Free Computer and electronic workshop every Saturday, 10.30am - 1pm. Telephone now to book or to find out more about any of our many events: 950 473 099.

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 9.95€ 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!

MARI CRUZ is situated in Turre high street. It has a lovely outside terrace and roomy indoor area.

Specialising in grilled meats, fish all cooked on BBQ & regional dishes as well as a great variety of wine, beers, tapas and an excellent variety of freshly homemade pizzas & pastas is available to eat in or take away. There is Lounge for meetings, company dinners, small events & birthdays. Enjoy a free bottle of cava when a minimum of 4 people order a starter and main course from the A la carte menu for this week only.

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Restaurant Open Friday & Saturday 6pm - 9pm For a la Carte Menu Sunday lunches served noon - 5pm

Roast LAMB is on the Menu the first Sunday of the month

Waiter service in Restaurant or in our Patio Garden Booking Recommended

new autumn menu Book our function room with private patio garden for your parties, weddings, birthdays etc

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OPEN 9AM-LATE MON-SAT 10-6 SUN

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Many members, partners and friends of Dames in Turre, have recently returned from a four day break taking in the beautiful scenery of Antequera, the Historic Town of Ronda, Museums of Malaga, with a final stop at the Natural Park of Torcal with the most impressive Limestone Landscapes in Europe. The trip was organized

by President Lesley Barlow and Treasurer Sylvia Baker. We thank them both for such a wonderful time plus our fantastic Coach Driver Marco.

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homemade craft & tarot th Thursday 14 november

lots of crafts, outdoor lights, crystal & unusual gift ideas plus anna & karen with tarot from 10am book a table inside the venue or a stall outside call us on

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Friday 22nd and Saturday 23rd November 8pm Matinee Sunday 24th November 3pm

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FOR SALE advertise all your unwanted items for sale in this section

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Two Large Seated Sofas was £3000 new only 8 month old, brown and beige suede and material 500€ Aguadulce Tel:672 578 496 ink cartridges refills or buy a compatable at great prices. We love to save you money. ICS shop inside liberty seguros insurance, Calle malaga (next to puppy rescue) or call 609 199 394 Mamas and Papas Cot Bed inc bedding.Good condition. 100€ ono.

Tel: 693 400 898 Ladies Raleigh mountain bike complete with basket and safety helmet 50€.

Tel: 600 361 309 Pine varnished wardrobe / cupboard doors. 4 long (180x50cm), 4 short (40x50cm).

With brass hinges & handles. Plus 22 brass drawer handles.55€.

Buyer collects. Los Gallardos. Tel: 672 367 798 King size bed base.

Padded.

VGC.35€.

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Los Gallardos. Tel: 672 367 798 Dark pine wardrobe.

H 150cm. W 85cm.

D50cm.

Suitable for cho;d or gents shirts/trousers. 50€.

Buyer collects. Los Gallardos. Tel: 672 367 798 Interior pine 2 panel door incl. complete frame/ architrave.60 €.

Arboleas.Tel: 950 439 234 or 634 368 461 Shower base (ceramic), mixer/ shower complete with sliding shower screen.

65€.

Arboleas. Tel: 950 439 234 or 634 368 461 Double glazed white aluminium window frame complete incl.shutter & mosquito blind.

Size 1.20m x 1.35m.

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Windows Vista, Celeron 1.66ghz, 1GB RAM, DVD writer drive, 15” screen, pre-installed Office 2007 and Adobe Acrobat x Pro, Black carry case and charger included.

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880 SKY DS43ON Box (Pace) with remote control. Full working order. 45€. Vera.

Tel:617 138 880 Black metal round barbecue with grill, 232 diameter.

25€. Vera. 617 138 880 gas bottles 1 full 2 empty lightweight calor for motorhomes or caravans. 50€.

Tel:663 521 588 1 petrol can metal 20 litres. 10€.

Tel:663 521 588 sink 1 porcelain outdoor. 30€. Tel 663 521 588

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The plan was to sit in the sunshine and enjoy a late breakfast of toast and marmalade with a cup of tea on the front porch.

I had all the wherewithalls assembled; kettle filled and on, toaster filled and on, plates ready with appropriate cutlery, cups and marmalade pot to hand and the butter, sitting on one of my posher plates, was warming itself to spreading temperature. All was neatly assembled and ready to hand on the worktop in the ordered way that would have impressed any TV cookery pundit.

I had command of the situation; the component parts of the breakfast would reach readiness with split-second timing to arrive on the porch perfectly prepared and piping hot.

That was until the sugar initiated the Domino Effect. I needed to replenish the sugar jar so I reached in to the cupboard above the worktop and grabbed the sugar bag.

It, however, had other ideas, and elongated itself in my grasp, going from short and squat to long and thin, thereby catching the top of the coffee jar.

The coffee jar tipped forward, catching the teabag jar, and together josbiggs@hotmail.co.uk they tumbled

By Jos Biggs

gracefully onto the butter plate, which bounced into the sugar jar before all four of them careened with balletic elegance on to the floor, where they shattered into a starburst of glass and breakfast ingredients.

I observed the scene, and considered my options. I had enough coffee, sugar and butter to make a decent serving of buttercream with added teabags, but it would also contain a significant amount of broken glass, plus the kitchen floor is not really an ideal mixing surface.

At this moment The Dog That Is Not Ours trotted in, attracted by the sounds of droppage and the possibility of Food On The Floor.

‘Out!’ I hollered, already imagining her paws cut to shreds by the broken glass.

‘But’ she said, then realised that I meant it, and outed.

As there was no point crying over spilt breakfast I called the marital state of the sugar’s parents into question and set to thoroughly cleaning up, though I know that I will be finding tiny shards of broken glass in most unexpected places for at least the next 6 months!

Looking on the bright side; the toast didn’t burn, due to my reflex toaster-switching-off reaction, and the marmalade wasn’t involved in the fracas. Also I have learnt never to put the butter on a posh plate!

We did eventually get our breakfast on the porch, after which I went to the Chinese to buy replacement plates and jars.

Count Your Blessings and Drink the Rum

The thing about bemoaning missed opportunities is that had we taken them at the time, the good things that we have experienced in life since - the places we have travelled to and the people we have befriended - might also have disappeared.

Following on from the same theme that I explored some weeks ago, I had reason to reflect on this again recently, when my wife reminded me that back in the 90’s, when buy-to-rent was all the thing and mortgages were easy to acquire, we made the decision not to dip our toes in the waters of multiple property ownership. It has always given us cause for regret in view of subsequent events and I have to hold up my hands here and admit that it was me - not wanting to spoil our mortgage free status - who had harboured misgivings. And not for the first time, we wondered just what our situation would be now had we become professional landlords.

They say that one small alteration in the evolution of species, should we have the means to travel back in time,

or the minutest adjustment of a particular historical event, could have a devastating effect on the present day.

Our Royal Family could now be of the House of Jagger, or man may not have become the dominant species, with humans being ruled by the dinosaurs.

Come to think of it . . .

Anyway with that in mind, I don’t doubt that our circumstances would be greatly transformed had we taken a different decision back then. Whether for the better or worse though, is anybody’s guess.

Sometimes, with the power of hindsight, we can see just what would have occurred with a fair degree of accuracy.

For instance, we were desperate to sell our Suffolk cottage back in 2003, in order to enjoy the tapas lifestyle earlier rather than later. I had been offered an interview with probably the foremost property agency in Spain, so all we had to do was find a buyer. But after three rock solid certainties from interested parties had fallen through, we took the house off the market and decided to wait for things to improve. Had we sold, our plan would have been to follow all of the good advice and invest in rental property in Spain to boost our pensions.

Well, we all know now just how good that ‘good advice’ was, and I thank

By Colin Bird : badbirdnow@gmail.com

the Lord every day that we were unable to sell the Suffolk property until much later. Moreover, the property company that was my potential employer – like many others – no longer operates in Spain.

On the other side of the coin; way back in the mists of time, when I was a young Jack-the-lad in Bermuda, the opportunity arose to purchase a parcel of land in the relatively unknown Caribbean Islands of the Turks and Caicos. Ten acres in all - it was poor scrub land, but with ocean frontage and on the market for twelve thousand dollars.

The ‘good advice’ then, was to invest in the islands in anticipation of a property boom in the near future, and Bermudians, having had an association with the Turks and Caicos for many years, supposedly had insider knowledge. It was however, purely speculative and involved a good degree of risk. The cash was no problem, with the banks falling over themselves to lend money, and my Bermudian friend and I thought long and hard about taking the plunge.

But being worldly ignorant and concerned only with which party to attend on Saturday night, coupled with the reasoning that: if it’s such a good investment, then why is the land so cheap – we decided against it and ordered another round of Cockspur and ginger.

Huge mistake.

I mean, hyper massive.

Not the rum – our judgement!

Several years later, the generous British government decided to pay for the Islands own international airport with a runway long enough to take jet liners. Result: mass tourism and an open door for all sorts of property and business opportunities.

I calculated at one point – based on what I had read about the acquisition of a parcel of land in the islands by a hotel chain - that our ten acres would probably have fetched upwards of eight million dollars. In fact there was a major spread in one of the English national dailies at the time, about some of the T&C islanders who hitherto had scratched a living from the land or sea, being catapulted into millionaire status overnight.

Yes, what if?

But really, what does it matter. We wake up every day to the sun streaming through the windows. The sparkling Mediterranean is close by; we live comfortably and have our health.

And I still have my rum.

alqueria ¡La Crisis!

John MacDonald (El Sordo) - www.caratacus.eu

The Domino Effect

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With the USA banning the import of Remitroot and its associated products Alquerian fortunes fell to an all time low.

Rodriquez had already tried and failed in a coup attempt involving the malodorous Pedro. Alqueria was losing its will and momentum leaving itself open to reactionaries. The Alquerian Government should be in crisis but its inertia was almost total, it was suffocating. Alqueria’s driving force, Manuela, had been enjoying quality time with her daughter Izar and neglecting affairs of state.

The vultures were gathering. Countries that coveted the Remitroot crop saw Alqueria as a weakened nation. Even the European Union looked with envious eyes towards the crippled Pueblo. Although Alqueria isn’t technically in the EU, certain northern European countries pressed for an exception and offered the Village Republic a bailout package. The offer was refused, even the despondent and weary Alquerian establishment didn’t fall for that one, even Loco Paco saw through it.

In times of crisis a leader usually comes to the fore and rallies the population. Alqueria waited, and waited.

It was about the time when the weather breaks and rain signifies the coming Winter albeit short and temperate when a lone figure pushed his way into the Town Hall. The Town Hall served as the Parliament building of Alqueria the seat of power.

If the Alquerian establishment could really be said to have power that is. Destello Gonzalo, estranged from the village since boyhood now returned as a man. Close cropped raven hair, glistening white teeth and a sparkle in his eyes which suggested action tempered with calmness. Girls swooned and men showed due deference in his presence. Manuela was enchanted and hung on his every word. His impassioned speeches and rousing calls for immediate action earned him the epithet of El Pasionario among the women folk.

He addressed the entire village from a soap box in the Plaza pleading for all Alquerian people to be united. To put their shoulders to the grindstone and through hard work, blood and sweat build a utopia within the borders of Alqueria. The women of the Village cheered and applauded, some fainted, while others threw items of discarded underwear in his direction.

The men hated him on first sight. They opted for the second option to revive the economy. They would simply print money with nothing to back it and let future generations sort out the mess. It had worked in the past so there was no reason why it shouldn’t work again.

The presses of the Alquerian mint worked none stop for two whole weeks.

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Get off your lazy backsides

and get to ‘LaVida’ tomorrow and support the people, me included, who month after month put themselves out for you! Now that I have your attention!

For the past week I’ve been unsuccessfully looking for something, of an appropriate level, to write about. Then I watched an advert about “Google”. My first reaction was “Google! What on earth do they need to advertise for?” Aren’t they are the number 1 search destination for the vast majority of people wanting to do searches on the internet, followed by “Yahoo” and then others?

Having the largest market share of any product or service generally implies that you also have the greatest available wealth base. Just look at Microsoft’s Bill Gates, the richest man in America for the past 20 years. Yep, I did say 20 years! If Google have this financial base, where do they get it from?

To start with they use their web search facilities to advertise product and services of anyone who will pay them, which, in business is right and proper as this is what provides them with food on their tables (albeit better food and larger quantities than most people in the rest of the world).

Next, they have now branched out to include their own browser (chrome), their own Operating System (Android - for which they hold the ‘rights’ and which is an adaptation of the free Linux OS, that allows for free access to everyone! But that must be another discussion at another time), they have got a tablet and separate phone, both called ‘Nexus’ which runs the aforementioned OS. They have a depository of software, some free, but with paid for adverts and others paid for but without the adverts. These apps (another appalling contraction that has crept insidiously into the computer vocabulary) are inexpensive and although hugely limited in what they can do, are good value for money.

Were you aware that android is on more devices (phones, tablets, tv recorders and tuners, etc.) than any other OS? They have succeeded where Microsoft have failed. Not necessarily a good thing!

But where does need end and greed begin? Bill Gates donates unfathomably huge amounts of money to charities which benefit his needs, probably from the change in his pockets. But bitchiness aside, he is a great philanthropist and has also used his money to help other businesses and individuals get off the ground! Google doesn’t seem to be matching, even in a much smaller way, Uncle Bill’s business practices while, paradoxically, adopting the Microsoft’s previous ‘Rob everyone blind and them sue them for the privilege’ philosophy.

So, where does that leave us? It leaves us with three thoughts. Don’t believe anything you are told, even from me, without double checking and checking again. Remember the parable of the tired sparrow (see me Thursday for an explanation). Without input there can be no progression, we will stand and wait! See you at Jack’s Friday afternoon.

For further information or advice on computing, contact Trevor on 689 892 745 or canducomputing@hotmail.co.uk

CAM bank former ‘top two’ jailed with 1.9-million-euro bail release CAM bank former ‘top two’ jailed with 1.9-million-euro bail release Former chief executive of the CAM bank Roberto López Abad has been imprisoned in Madrid’s Soto del Real prison for an alleged multi-million swindle he and other members of the board are accused of, subject to a 1.5million-euro bail release.

His second-in-command, head of commercial banking Daniel Gil, was also jailed, but has paid his bail bond of 400,000 euros. He has now been released, but his passport has been confiscated by the court and he has to report to the judge every two weeks.

López Abad is only the second bank CEO in modern Spanish history to be jailed, the previous being Miguel Blesa, former chairman of the Caja Madrid – since renamed Bankia after a government bail-out and merger with Bancaja.

However Blesa was later released and the judge reprimanded after technicalities showed that he should not

have been remanded in custody.

CAM bank bosses are said to have used the sales and purchase of hotels, apartment blocks and land in México and the Dominican Republic as a front for siphoning money out of the company – and they reportedly planned to flee to the Caribbean island of Curaçao when they had lined their pockets to their satisfaction.

They had already ‘hidden’ the proceeds of the operation – some 247 million euros – in an offshore account on the island, and during the tax years of 2009, 2010 and 2011, they are said to have avoided paying a minimum of five million euros in tax.

The Comunidad Valenciana-based bank did not have the capital to continue to survive after these purchases were made, and the board of directors is thought to have knowingly proceeded and left millions of customers suffering losses. thinkSPAIN

Petrol and diesel go down in price for the eighth week running Petrol prices have gone down again, reaching an average of 1.383 euros a litre – a fall of 1.2 per cent since January and 6.3 per cent below the maximum price seen this year, which was in mid-September.

But fuel is still 1.4 per cent more expensive than it was at the same time last year, according to the European Union’s Petrol Bulletin.

Diesel has also fallen by 0.6 per cent in price to 1.338 euros per litre – compared to this year’s high of 1.40 euros in mid-September.

The lowest price of diesel this year was at the end of April, when it fell to 1.304 euros per litre.

Petrol and diesel prices have been falling consistently for the last eight weeks due to a three-dollar reduction in the cost of Brent crude oil per barrel, the type that is most used

in Europe.

These price decreases have come just a few weeks after a new law was passed in Spain regulating competition in the fuel industry, and preventing service stations with a market share greater than 40 per cent from expanding further. This means REPSOL, which currently operates in 35 provinces in Spain, is unable to open any more petrol stations.

Petrol and diesel in Spain continue to cost less than the European average of 1.525 euros a litre for the former and 1.42 euros per litre for the latter.

It is also lower than the average cost per litre in the Eurozone – 1.558 euros for petrol and 1.403 litres for diesel. thinkSPAIN

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Mazda CX-5 2.2 175ps AWD Sport Nav Diesel & Safety Pack 2012 onwards New price range: £21,595 - £29,395 Economy: 51mpg 6 speed manual 2.2 litre diesel engine 0-60mph: 9.1 secs Top speed: 127mph Power: 172bhp Fuel capacity: 58 litres

Air conditioning is a standard luxury on most vehicles these days. But in my experience these systems can be a little slow in delivering a comfortable temperature.

Not so in the Mazda CX-5. Winter is fast approaching and during these challenging cold spells we all demand vehicles that warm up immediately and even in this day and age it can take several minutes for many to do so. The Mazda CX-5 seems to almost have instant heat. Whack up the air conditioning dial to the hottest point and the interior warms up incredibly quickly. The same is true in the summer when temperatures need to be swiftly brought down. It’s impressive.

This was just one of the features of this permanent four wheel drive crossover (sport utility vehicle built on a car platform), which is Mazda’s answer to the Nissan Qashqai. I have driven the Qashqai and clearly Mazda has scrutinized it. They’ve done a good job, helped by the striking Stormy Blue Mica finish of the test model. I actually prefer the CX5’s nose, which is more purposeful and sporty and overall it seems a more appealing package. The one thing it lacks though and I think would be a very welcome addition would be the front to back panoramic glass roof that ensures a high amount of light makes its way into the Qashqai. In contrast, as you can see in the video at testdrives.biz the interior of the Mazda is comparatively dark, even on a sunny day.

engine button. This is a bit of a clumsy position.

Once discovered though, it’s not forgotten.

pulling a lever on either side of the inside of the boot for the seats to quickly drop.

It’s a 2.2-litre diesel and as is often the case there’s a slight delay when kicking the accelerator, especially when in second gear but it’s gutsy and the six speed manual gearbox is a little notchy but decisive. It drives like a smaller car and is certainly engaging.

The CX-5 is the first vehicle to be produced by Mazda with no input from Ford. A frightening prospect when you think that Ford and Mazda worked together between 1979 and 2010 and that between them they designed some fabulous vehicles.

Drivers and their passengers in vehicles of this type enjoy the raised driving position, which creates a more secure and safe environment.

This is partly because the driver can see further ahead and can perform overtaking manoeuvres that would be impossible in smaller vehicles. The ride height of the vehicle gives the driver a greater view of the road and while I’ve been driving it have safely overtaken a parked bus on a narrow country lane because I could see round the bend. Later on I was able to safely overtake a line of traffic, again because I could see a clear road ahead, when the motorcyclist behind was uncertain.

As a former Xedos 6 owner, I understandably have high expectations of Mazdas and for me the Mazda has been pretty successful. My old Xedos loved its juice and I have been surprised at how far it is possible to drive the CX-5 on so little fuel, helped in part by i-stop, which intelligently cuts the engine when it has been idling too long for its liking.

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The CX-5 uses a clever Skyactiv lightweight platform, which promotes low emissions and greater efficiency, Mazda claims this puts it on a par with small vehicles.

Inside the CX-5 has all the refinements motorists expect including built-in TomTom and reversing camera, easy-to-use cruise control, all round electric windows, electrically adjustable driver’s seat, power folding wing mirrors, black leather interior and heated front seats. The security cover in the boot attaches to the inside of the boot lid so that you don’t need to constantly pull it back and forth. These vehicles always come into their own when nappy changes are required. Not only is the cavernous boot ideal for a little one to lie down in but the raised height means that there’s no awkward bending.

I scratched my head when I first sat in the driver’s seat because I couldn’t see how to start this vehicle. There’s no key for the ignition but after a while I saw behind the indicator stalk the start/stop

What sets the CX-5 apart from the competition is the fact that the rear seats can be so easily dropped for large loads. As you can see in the video at testdrives.biz it is simply a matter of

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• Last Sunday, rookie Marc Marquez (20) became the youngest-ever world MotorGP champion by finishing third in Valencia.

• Tomorrow, the great Indian batsmen, Sachin Tendulkar starts his final first-class cricket match against West Indies in Mumbai.

• On Friday, the first legs of the 2014 World Cup play-offs take place: Greece v Romania, Iceland v Croatia, Portugal v Sweden and Ukraine v France.

• Also in 48 hours time, England play Chile in a friendly at Wembley and follow up with a game against Germany next Tuesday.

• World champion Sebastian Vettel, with seven successive F1 victories behind him, the same as Michael Schumacher achieved nine years ago, needs to win the last two, in America on Sunday and Brazil on 24 November, to equal Alberto Ascari’s record of nine straight wins, set in 1952-53. Vettel has won 11 races this year; Schumacher won 13 in 2004.

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Boat Fishing ‘Pugwash Pete’ went out with ‘Steady Eddie’ and the pair had a great day’s fishing. Loads of small snappers and pandoras and Ed landed three European eels. They had loads of snags then all of a sudden Pete had a sizable fish, at first he thought it was a conger by the way it was fighting but when he eventually got it to the surface he was faced with the longest fish he ever caught. About 7.1/2 feet long and it looked like a conger but with an uncharacteristic long snout. Also a conger of that length would have been a lot fatter. Pete thinks it’s a sea snake but it looks like an eel to me but for now the ID remains unknown. (Watch this space) See photo of Pete and his sea monster.

‘Hissing Sid’ went out with ‘Angel Properties Steve and Fran’ and Sid’s mate ‘Mick the cabin boy’. They started off at the riverbed by the football stadium and the sea was fairly flat but with a biting cold wind coming of the land and the sun was struggling to break through the hazy cloud.

With just a few small fish caught they headed for the harbour wall for some shelter. This was a different world and they soon warmed up. Fran was soon into a good fish and brought up toadfish, they look like a monkfish with a massive head and mouthful of very sharp teeth.

Shore Fishing Nine members of Albox Fishing Club fished off the rocks opposite the Repsol garage on the Garrucha to Mojacar road 11am to 4pm.

177 fish caught and 175 returned to the sea. The

wind was N Westerly so the sea was good and flat. Light weights were used and cast a good distance out. Again plenty of bait pinchers, fish caught were wrasse, weavers, palometes, wide eyed flounders, saddled bream, rockfish and plenty of Bogues. The competition is hotting up! Well done boys.

‘Dennis the Menace’ 4 x fish, Mad Martin 6 x Fish, ‘Lady Sarah’ 11 x Fish, ‘Squiddly Sid’ 2 x Fish, ‘Flash Gordon’ 4 x Fish, ‘Tom Tom’ 7 x Fish - First time Out! ‘Jaguar Jack’ 93 x Fish, Sid said “Good spot or What?” Maybe just a good fisherman Sid! ‘Tony Always laughing’ 24 x Fish, ‘Dizzy John’ 26 x Fish.

‘London Bill’ caught mackerel and one small bonito, all by spinning a silver mepp.

Coarse Fishing ‘Baza Barry’ fished Argos and caught plenty of barbel and carp, a fish a cast he said.

Two Murcia matches were won with top weights of 52lbs and 25lbs.

The Albox fishing club meets every two weeks or so at Bar Wassy. For details of the next meeting tel Sid 634 313 650.

For up to date information on fishing licenses or any of the above see John at the Beachcomber Bar Restaurant on Mojacar Playa or tel 950 473 099. In case of difficulty reaching me (Probably out fishing) ask staff for my mobile number.

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Tight lines, Beachcomber John.

• Jermain Defoe is now Spurs’ all-time leading scorer in European football with 23 goals). His teammate, goalkeeper Brad Friedel, aged 42, is the oldest player to appear in the Europa League.

• Lionel Messi netted twice in Barcelona’s recent 3-1 CL win over Milan and has 65 ‘European’ goals in total, six behind Raul’s record of 71.

• Chelsea registered their 100th ‘European’ win last week.

• Manchester City beat CSKA Moscow 5-2 to make it 12 goals in two games.

• In the PL, diabolical late penalty decisions denied both WBA (2-2 at Chelsea) and Swansea (3-3 v Stoke) victories.

• Robin Van Persie scored against his former club as Manchester United ended Arsenal’s run (1-0).

• Liverpool walloped Fulham 4-0; Adam Lallana starred as Southampton beat Hull 4-1; Newcastle, whose ‘keeper Tim Krul made 14 superb saves, won 1-0 at Tottenham; Sunderland surprised Manchester City 1-0; Norwich defeated West Ham 3-1 and Villa eclipsed Cardiff 2-0.

• In the 1st round of the FA Cup, non-League Macclesfield stunned Swindon 4-0 and Tamworth k’od Cheltenham.

• There were La Liga wins for Almeria (1-0 v Osasuna), Barcelona (4-1 v Real Betis) and Real Madrid (5-1 v Real Sociedad).

• Martin O’Neill and Roy Keane are now manager and assistant-manager of the Republic of Ireland; Shaun Derry is Notts County’s player-boss and Terry Butcher has taken over Hibs.

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• Tony McCoy has become the first NH jockey to ride 4,000 winners. Number one over the jumps for 943 consecutive days and chasing his 19th title in a row, he’s fallen off 1,000 times and suffered 66 broken bones/dislocations.

• Last weekend, there were Rugby Union wins for England 31-12 v Argentina, Scotland 42-17 v Japan and Ireland 40-9 v Samoa 40-9. But Wales lost 24-15 to South Africa. England meet New Zealand on Saturday.

• England are still in Rugby League’s World Cup after beating Fiji 34-12.

• World number one Rafael Nadal met Novak Djokovic in Monday night’s World APT tennis final.

• Former St Helens and Hull Rugby League star Steve Prescott (only 39) and ex-1950s/60s Southampton, WBA and Wales full-back Stuart Williams (83) have both passed away.

DID YOU KNOW? A cheetah beat a greyhound in a challenge race at Romford in 1937 and this week in 1971, Bournemouth’s Ted MacDougall scored 10 goals v Margate in the FA Cup.

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Huercal-Overa CF 3 Mar Menor 1 With Mar Menor having a strong start to the campaign Huercal-Overa Fans hoped for some old fashioned hard work from Los Rojos. They weren’t to be disappointed.

From the first whistle the home side were first to the ball, snapping at the heels of the visiting players so not to let them settle. Which was proving positive as in the 7th minute the home side went ahead through a fantastic strike courtesy of the left boot of Carmona. Struck from 25 yards out the ball nestled

in the back of the net with the keeper looking on stranded…

The sides went in at the break with Huercal-Overa leading and looking good for it aswell.

The second half started with a red card for a Mar Menor side who must have had the hair dryer treatment at half time when Santi Silva was shown a second yellow card for a rash challenge. The home fans wanted the team to push on and go on to grab the game by the scruff of the neck.

Paco was having another solid

game between the sticks for the reds pulling out some top drawer saves and commanding his area well. But it was Carmona who would grab the headlines in the 62nd with a second strike from 30 yards out that sailed into the top left corner of the net and left Marme 2-0 down. The game was coming to an end with 3 minutes to go when substitute Gomez got a 3rd for HuercalOvera from a knock down by Mansour to make the game dead and buried.

The home side couldn’t hold onto a clean sheet when in the final minute of injury time a corner from the left found its way past 6 Red shirts and swept past Paco to make it 31.

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Thursday November 5th, Guy Fawkes Night, we were expectant of a lively competition at the beautifully prepared Alboran Course, with perfect weather this had to be the chance for the players to go like Rockets playing in this Pairs Texas Scramble.

The pairing of Mark Danson and Christine Dow worked brilliantly, they lit up the course like a pair of Roman Candles scoring a net 64 to take 1st place from Ian Postle and Terry Caddick who played like a couple of Sparklers to score a nett par 72 with Terry also taking Nearest the Pin on the 17th and sharing Nearest the Pin with the second shot with his partner Ian. Nigel Greenwood and Geoff Smith managed a 73 to take 3rd place on count back from Ron Curtis and Nick Pogson.

Unfortunately the pairing of Charlie Brookman and Keith Kingdon performed like a couple of Damp Squibs to prop up the rest with a net 81.

Nice to hear that Norma-Terry’s long suffering better halftook pity on Alan Chippendale, due to his wife being away, and made a nice packed lunch for him. This is the true spirit of the

WORLD TOUR CHAMPIONSHIP - Dubai VALLE DEL ESTE GOLF SOCIETY It all starts on Thursday 14th November until Sunday 17th at the Jumeirah Golf Estates, Earth Course (7,675 yards, par 72). The purse is $8 million.

Winner’s share: $1,333,300.

Last year: Northern Ireland’s Rory McIlroy won the seasonending event, capping a historic year in which he won the PGA Championship and the PGA Tour and European money titles.

Last week: France’s Victor Dubuisson won the Turkish Airlines Open for his first European Tour title, beating Wales’ Jamie Donaldson by two strokes.

Tiger Woods tied for third.

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standings. Players were required to play two of three Final Series events leading to the finale to enter. Players who played all three events received a 20 percent points bonus on earnings in those events. ... Henrik Stenson leads the standings with 2,379,194 points, followed by Justin Rose (2,165,726), Graeme McDowell (2,057,394) and Ian Poulter (2,035,288). The points champion will receive $1 million from a $3.75 million bonus pool that counts on the final money list. ... In September, Stenson won the PGA Tour’s seasonending Tour Championship to take the FedEx Cup title and $10 million bonus. ... Greg Norman designed the Earth Course. http://www.newsobserver.com

What a great week for golf especially after the father and son competition last week, the course was in fine condition thanks to the green keepers and the weather.

The longest drive on the 10th hole Paul Sedge who also won nearest the pin on the 6th hole Bryan Brown claimed the nearest to the pin with the second shot to the 13th hole.

Tuesday we played a waltz, which was jointly shared between two teams with 114 pts.

Friday and our monthly medal comp which finished with joint scores at the top but with count backs Jim Quigley was the winner with a gross 81 (hcp10) nett 70 2nd place Sue Hull gross 93 (hcp23) nett 70 3rd place Paul Sedge gross 76 (hcp5) nett 71,

Costa Coches Order Of Merit is getting tight at the top with only a few games left, leading with 420 pts Paul Sedge, 2nd with 415 pts Sue Hull, followed by husband Dick Hull with 404 pts some 10 players are chasing that 3rd spot.

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As mentioned, the course and weather was brilliant as was the discussion, complimentary, sandwiches and a cold beer back a La Vida in the evening.

Results 1st Mark Danson/Christine Dow Net 64 (10) 2nd tles

Terry Caddick/Ian PosNet 72 (8)

3rd Nigel Greenwood/Geoff Smith net 73 (11) On count back Nearest The pin 17th Hole Terry Caddick Nearest the pin with 2nd Shot Terry Caddick and Ian Postle The 19th hole G/S is now arranging weekly games at various courses in the area, our home course, which we play fortnightly, is Aguilon.

If you are interested in joining the 19th hole give the secretary a ring on 610340653. Or email gs19thhole@hotmail.co.uk

Cortigo Grande Golf This summer goes on and on long may it last What a pleasure to be living in this part of the world we are so lucky .

Our Wednesday competition 6th November 2013 was two divisions and the winner of the first division with 37 points John Wardley second with 36 Brian Harwood . The second division winner with 35 points Grace Ward and second with 33 Pam Webster. Ball sweep winner Chris Asteimer.

Sunday 10th November and we had a team competition .Teams of 3 and best 2 scores to count. We had a very close

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finish with a countback needed to find our winner. They were Stephen Picken Lilly Peper and Tony Stubbs from with 78 points and second were three Ladies Carol Hardy Barbara Wardley and Mary Higgins. Our ball sweep winner with a 2 on the 17th Mike Picken.

This Tuesday sees us at Alboran for our two day competition for the Green Jacket it will be a tough 2 days as this is a very popular competition. May the best man or women win.

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