The Weekend Sun 23 February 2018

23 February 2018, Issue 896

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There have been offers to knit booties and bonnets for a Prime Ministerial baby. But Jenny Galey has a greater cause.

Down in Tauranga’s Avenues, the 70-year-old is knitting to save the planet and beat the boredom.

Each day Jenny Galey sits in her living room, with the TV going and knitting needles clacking as she transforms plastic supermarket shopping bags into teddy bears, beach bags, wine carriers and even fashion.

One piece of research tells us NZ uses 1.29 billion plastic shopping bags a year - for supermarket shopping, for takeaways and other purchases. That’s five per week for everyone in the country.

The story of one woman’s attack on pollution and boredom is on page 4.

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I remember very clearly the day I discovered raisins were actually dried grapes. It was shocking and embarrassing at the same time. I nearly fell off my tricycle, which can be quite dangerous when you’re 28.

Not a slow dawning, like gradually figuring out that Santa Claus surreptitiously delegates all his work to imposters, and that the Easter Bunny is a cruel hoax.

Rather it was a blunt and lifechanging revelation that caused me to question everything I’d ever been told, or assumed.

Must be how sailors feel when they’re sailing around the world, then tragically reach the edge and plummet over, realising that it was all lies about it being a sphere, it is actually flat.

Somehow I’d lived for a couple of decades on this (arguably flat) planet without ever encountering a raisin tree.

My assumption was they grew on a plant of some sort, similar to dates.

On a palm tree in some exotic, sandy location, grazed occasionally by camels.

It was one of those painful learning processes, the truth unfolding that there isn’t actually a raisin tree.

Further investigations led to more revelations. Prunes are actually plums, in disguise. And the sultana, well we all know they are one of those small cars driven by suicide bombers.

To this day, I don’t understand why raisins and prunes are not simply called dried grapes and dried plums.

That would take away much of the confusion.

Young people growing up these days have enough learning challenges, without giving things phoney labels.

I can understand that some items, particularly exotic foods, may come with foreign names. Such as gnocchi. And hummus. Because there isn’t really an English or Maori equivalent for something that is so foreign to our shores. Although ‘mushed chickpea’ would probably be more accurate.

Canola is actually rape seed oil, but we can't say that.

Since when did squid become calamari?

And what is the difference between venison and deer meat? And since when did venison lose out in favour of cervena?

There are many other strangely-worded labels in our vocabulary. It must drive foreign language students crazy.

The need to be polite and discreet probably drove toilets underground, back in the day.

Powder room, Ladies and Gents, the Bathroom, Restroom… you name it, the good old dunny had a hundred aliases.

What a relief we can now refer to the toilet, instead of the many pseudonyms.

We have Subways that aren’t actually train stations. And if you were a naïve kid growing up on a raisin plantation, with no experience of big city transportation, it’s quite likely you could reach adulthood with the notion that trains make sandwiches.

I guess that’s what made the Fat Controller so fat - although some of our readers struggle to face the facts about fatness.

Some of my family still believe that LOL means “lots of love” when we all know that it actually stands for Little Old Ladies.

I really had to laugh out loud when I heard that.

Even better, full credit to the person who convinced his mother that WTF stands for “wow, that’s fantastic!’

“Her texts are much more fun now.”

There’s always a whole Lotto something goin’ on...

Dan Sheridan takes a sideways glance at what’s making the news this week.

It’s a conversation every single one of us has had at some point – a tantalising topic that just begs to be debated.

What’s the first thing you’d do if you won the latest lottery jackpot?

Truth be told, some have this conversation more than others, and this week mine was prompted by two stories - in the national and international press.

The first was the nonchalant tale of a chap from Te Kuiti who found a scrunched-up ticket in the glovebox of his car. On further inspection, he discovered said ticket was worth $7.3 million, and promptly celebrated with a bottle of wine from the ‘specials’ aisle.

Quite right too.

I’d like to think this is how most of us would respond upon learning we’d won a life-changing amount of money – with alcohol ever so slightly more expensive than the usual swill we pour down our necks.

When asked what he would do with the money, his answers followed a formula – new house, new car, holiday. You get the picture.

On the same day, another headline grabbed me for a very different reason. The latest EuroMillions jackpot, due to be drawn this weekend, is a little over $292.7 million.

Let me say that again. A tax-free jackpot of $292.7 million!

According to one British tabloid, this would instantly make the winner richer than Robbie Williams (no, I don’t know how he got that rich either).

Quite what you’d do with such a bewildering amount remains to be seen, given that the standard ‘new house, new car, holiday’ receipt would barely register compared to your first week’s interest payment.

I know what you’re thinking.

Yes, it’s an unimaginable amount, and yes, it’s practically impossible to work out how you’d spend it.

But it would be great fun trying, right?

Problem is, there’s only so many Bentleys, beach-front properties and Rolex watches you can buy.

And while it would be extremely difficult to walk by an ATM ever again without checking your balance, I’m not so sure sleep would be easy to come by with a fire that ferocious burning a hole in your pocket.

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Guten tag, bonjour, buen dia and kia ora Wednesdays are a short day for Tauranga insurance executive Ben Rickard. He clears his desk by 2.30pm.

Kia ora koutou. Insurance exec and Te Reo Maori student Ben Rickard.

But it’s not to play golf or go fishing. He’s off to a tutorial – and not for an MBA. He’s learning Te Reo Maori, and on company time.

“I am Pakeha,” says Ben. “It’s part of my culture, part of OUR culture, so it’s important to me to have a broader understanding of it.” And important, the numbers suggest, to more and more New Zealanders.

“I am hoping New Zealand is maturing in its attitude to Te Reo,” says Heddell Raerino, manager of Toi Ohomai Institute of Technology’s Te Kura Maori. “I am surmising New Zealand is seeing value in the language as a part of our present and especially our future national identity.”

The measure of that value is the popularity of Te Reo Maori Courses. There’s been spectacular growth.

The Auckland University of Technology has been forced to cap enrolments for its courses. UNITEC was caught off guard over demand for Te Reo. Its 10-week evening course has enjoyed enrolment increases from 1200 to 1500 in just three years.

And closer to home, when Toi Ohomai campus at Windermere offered up a free course offering basic greetings, pronunciation and talk of families and towns, there was enough interest to fill two classes one at Windermere and one in Papamoa.

“To me, part of this is due to the greater role the Maori economy is playing in New Zealand society,” says Te Kura Maori’s Heddell Raerino.

“It’s also about the business opportunities and benefits that having a solid grasp of Te Reo brings.”

Te Reo Maori also seems to be part of the assimilation process for new New Zealanders.

“There appears to be a genuine interest in Te Reo from recent arrivals to Aotearoa.

“I have had immigrants say if you go to France you should learn French, Spain Spanish, likewise Aotearoa – you should learn Te Reo Maori.”

Ben can understand the practicality of learning a language and that as a young person, there are benefits when travelling and working overseas, whether its Spanish, French, German, Japanese or Arabic.

“We are fortunate we can get by, because English is a global language,” says Ben. “But on a professional footing, all job applications in Europe ask what level of other languages you speak – basic, intermediate or advanced – because they need employees who can liaise with clients in other countries.”

Te Reo Maori, he says, wouldn’t help – not in a practical sense. “Although learning a second language demonstrates a cognitive intelligence, and for an employer, someone speaking two languages is better than one, regardless of what the second one is.”

Ben says in New Zealand, Te Reo does now have a practical application in a range of businesses.

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Don’t talk about it, just do something It’s the numbers that drive Jenny Galey to pick up the knitting needles each day.

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Paraglider victim named

Police have named the man who died following a paraglider crash at Mount Maunganui on Saturday.

He was 28-year-old Joshua Graeme Tingey of Tauranga.

Police have extend their sympathies to his family during this difficult period.

The family of the deceased has requested privacy at this time.

It’s been reported that Joshua was flying with the Bay of Plenty Hang Gliding and Paragliding Club dress up and spot landing day when his paraglider crashed into the side of Mauao at around 3.30pm.

Aid relief in Tonga

A Tauranga-based company is the latest to provide aid to badly affected farming communities in Tonga, following the devastating impact of Cyclone Gita.

Heilala Vanilla, which is based in Te Puna, partners with vanilla growers throughout Tonga, including the island of ‘Eua. The company was established in 2002 by a New Zealand family - in partnership with a local family in Vava'u, Kingdom of Tonga - as an aid project following Cyclone Waka. Since its inception, Heilala Vanilla has had a significant positive impact on the Tongan economy, providing employment and infrastructure across a number of communities.

Cliff erosion under control

Ongoing cliff erosion near Turret Road is believed to pose minimal risk to motorists, according to the latest observations by Tauranga City Council. The erosion is currently affecting a bank near Turret Road, about 50m from SH2a.

TCC transportation manager Martin Parkes says the affected area is known to council and has worsened after recent storms.

“The bank in Turret Road Reserve has been undermined over time, and the storm and king tide on January 5 worsened this damage,” says Martin. Latest risk mitigation has seen council establish fencing in the area, which is regularly monitored by staff.

Joint forces map seafloor

The New Zealand Defence Force and GNS Science are joining forces to map the seafloor off the Bay of Plenty coast to better define volcanic structures on and under the seafloor.

The survey, which will use the Royal New Zealand Navy's inshore patrol vessel Hawea, aims to help improve the understanding of the offshore extension of the Taupo Volcanic Zone as it heads north-east from the Bay of Plenty coast.

The survey area will cover about 30,000 square kilometres and extend between East Cape and the Coromandel Peninsula and out as far as White Island, 48km from the coast – an area equivalent in size to the province of Otago.

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Numbers like 700 million – the estimated number of supermarket plastic bags New Zealanders take home each year.

Numbers like 1.29 billion – all of the plastic bags we use each year carrying home takeaways, clothing purchases, any purchases, five per week per person, everyone in the country and every week of the year.

The number 12 is also very motivational for Jenny. Because each of those plastic bags is in use for about 12 minutes before being dropped, clogging our landfills, polluting our waterways, blown into the bushes and oceans or, perhaps, recycled or stuffed in a drawer for re-use.

One hundred is also a special number for Jenny. One hundred is about the number of years it takes for one plastic shopping bag to break down.

And in her own small way down on 14th Avenue, the 70-year-old is cutting into that problem, trying to make a small difference, saving the world one plastic shopping bag at a time.

Jenny Galey meets you at her garage door in a black poncho made from plastic shopping bags. And she ushers you into a living room scattered with plastic bag teddy bears, plastic bag beach bags and plastic bag wine carriers.

There are also huge bags of plastic shopping bags just waiting for Jenny to weave, or knit, her magic. And she can talk endlessly about plastic shopping bags and what can be done with them.

“I was lonely and had plenty of spare time until a friend steered me to making teddy bears out of disused plastic supermarket bags.” She’s now made 25.

And 20 plastic bags equals one teddy bear every couple of days. Jenny gets up, gets her day started, turns on the TV and gets knitting.

“My grandson said it was all very well, but

he didn’t want a teddy bear, he wanted a beach bag.”

So she started knitting beach bags, complete with plastic bag inside for the wet gear. “People starting picking it – a beach bag Jenny Galey’s single handed assault on plastic bag with yellow highlights came pollution. Photo: Bruce Barnard. from Pak ‘n Save, an orange one “I’m on: 07 579 0217.” from Mitre 10.” They’re bright, One woman dropped by Jenny’s place and interesting, practical and strong. had a handbag made from plastics bags that Then she went through her pattern book, was 20 years old. “It shows that the idea found a pattern, adapted that pattern and isn’t new, but it also demonstrates things made a poncho. made of plastic are durable.”

It’s had a couple of public outings. “It’s The major supermarket chains have all certainly a talking point. People think it’s indicated that they are reducing the use made of leather. They’re amazed.” of plastic bags and looking at more Then came the wine bottle carriers. sustainable options.

She was also impressed that a young local “I don’t think that will affect me,” says woman had made a wedding dress from Jenny. Because the supermarkets only plastic supermarket bags. produce half the problem.

“The possibilities are limitless,” says “I think there will always be plastic bag Jenny. “And I have plenty of plastic bags and endless time on my hands.” Sometimes pollution in my lifetime.”

So the knitting needles will continue to she sits up until 3am to finish a project. clack merrily into the wee small hours on Jenny would like to start a group of 14th Avenue. knitters – sit around once a week, chat, “I just want to give plastic bags another have a cup of tea and help knit the world use, and turn a problem into something out of a pollution problem. “Call me,” she practical.” says. “I have plenty of bags.

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Tauranga’s Airman of the Year Tauranga born-and-bred, Carlin O’Neill has Carlin’s been up there for six years, where he lives been honoured by the Royal New Zealand with his wife and three kids.

He’s based at Whenuapai, where he works as an Air Force as their Airman of the Year. aircraft technician fixing helicopters.

The acting sergeant is the second person to receive the recently-inaugurated award, which recognises the top airman from junior ranks (corporal and below).

The award recognises activities exemplifying courage, commitment, comradeship, integrity and respect.

“I was promoted pretty much right after I got the award,” says Carlin. “My commanding officer nominated me based on what I’d been doing at work, where I’d essentially been doing a sergeant’s role for over a year, as well as my community involvement with local clubs.”

That includes surf lifesaving at Muriwai Beach, where Carlin is continuing his patrolling after many years with the Mount Maunganui Lifeguard Service.

He says ‘it’s insane’ surf lifesaving up in Auckland, with the beaches being more dangerous.

“The Mount gets busy, but the problem is we’re just as busy up here, but with more dangerous surf conditions.”

“I used to work on the Iroquois helicopters before they were sold, and then I came up to Auckland to work on the Navy’s Seasprites.

“I travelled a lot doing that – I’ve been around the Pacific Islands, Australia and even to the USA.” As Airman of the Year, Carlin will ‘serve’ in the position for 2018, attending events and even travelling to Belgium and France for Anzac Day. And although he’s been with the RNZAF for almost ten years, the 32-year-old has no plans of giving up the military life just yet.

“They’re putting me through some study at the moment,” he says. “I’m doing an aircraft maintenance engineer’s licence and they’re paying for the whole thing, which is pretty sweet.”

The Airman of the Year also receives a trophy to be held by his or her unit, a miniature keepsake trophy, CAF Commendation and a specially-designed insignia pin.

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Acting Sergeant Carlin O’Neill, of Tauranga, has been named RNZAF Airman of the Year.

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Park and Ride the new thing Park and Ride options for Tauranga are to enter public discussion as increased congestion and a close-out of alternatives continues to heap pressure on transport planners.

Baypark emerged as a Park and Ride option following discussions last week regarding ongoing issues with the Farm Street site of a Bayfair bus interchange.

Bayfair have given notice that the current interchange will have to close because of development at in April/May, which will require the interchange to relocate.

Farm Street, north of the Bayfair car park, was an option, but officials want it moved 40m west to the other side of the entrance, with the re-design expected to cause delays.

Tauranga City and regional council staff offered Baypark as an alternative.

As well as ticking all the boxes for a longer-term option for a bus interchange, it opens the opportunity for a park and drive location due to the large amount of parking space nearby - most of which goes unused during the working week.

The city council already has a consultant working on a concept design. Former mayor of Tauranga and regional council public transport committee member Stuart Crosby says the background issues of the disruption to be caused by the B2B project, plus the council’s desire to see

more use of public transport in future, meant the proposal by regional council staff got a great deal of support.

“Baypark is really suited for it,” says Stuart. “It’s actually ready to go.”

The access will be off SH29, which requires a small modification of the Bayfair to Baypark design.

“Now’s the time to do it if you are going to do it.”

Baypark is operated by TCC-owned Bay Venues Ltd. BVL CEO Gary Dawson says the bus interchange will go on the northern side of the arena.

“Between the stadium and the ASB Arena, there’s an area earmarked for it,” says Gary.

“On Google you will it see coming off the end of the stadium - four or five concrete strips running towards the north.”

Access for the buses will be off SH29, and Park and Ride customers will enter through Truman Lane.

There’s been no discussion about park and ride customers paying for carparks.

“But if you want to have a park and ride and encourage people to use public transport, you don’t really want to make it a huge cost to park for the day,” says Gary.

“That’s the sort of detail we haven’t worked through yet.

“We think it’s a great idea, and we’ll continue to work with Bay of Plenty Regional Council and Tauranga City Council to see what we can come up with.”

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Jan Tinetti reveals a little of herself

Tauranga Labour list MP Jan Tinetti has revealed a deeply personal tragedy while talking in support of her leader and Prime Minister.

The MP had been asked by The Weekend Sun for a report card on her government’s first 100 days in power, and was asked about the timing of Jacinda Ardern’s pregnancy announcement to the nation.

Jan vehemently defended any woman’s right to choose when, where and how they tell people about a pregnancy. And she divulged her own misfortune to make her point.

“Being someone who has miscarried in the past, I think it’s good for mums to come up with their own time frames when they want to let people know about a pregnancy.”

The MP shared her secret to “totally support” Jacinda and partner Clarke Gayford’s decision to withhold the news until they felt comfortable.

“Any mum can take that time,” says Jan. But has the electorate been hijacked by a pregnancy and cooing noises? “Boy, this baby is reaching inane royal proportions” said one punter in a disgruntled note to a newspaper editor. “The photo I want to see is Jacinda Ardern behind a desk getting on with the work we are paying her to do.”

“The nation loves it,” says Jan. “When I heard about it, 15 minutes before the rest of New Zealand,

I couldn’t stop jumping around because it is us leading the way again with a PM who is having a baby. We are leading the world in a lot of areas.”

It’s not just about babies, says Jan, it’s about leadership. “John Key was a huge part of the previous government and his leadership was important because people trusted him. It’s the same with this government. And even prior to the pregnancy, people had trust in Jacinda.”

That trust is soaring on the back of nearly 120 days in government. In the latest Colmar Brunton preferred Prime Minister polling, Jacinda is up four percentage points to 41 per cent. Outgoing Bill English dropped eight points to 20 per cent.

The Labour Party’s enjoying its best polling in 15 years - up nine points to 48 per cent and well in front of National, down three to 43 per cent.

“Well, we achieved everything we set out to achieve in the first 100 days,” says Jan. “Families’ package, child poverty bill, the mental health inquiry, Pike River inquiry, industrial relations amendment bill, stopping the sell-off of state housing and the halt on foreign ownership. Plus things that weren’t on the 100 day plan, like the end of national standards.”

They are lots of things, says Jan, that the previous government could have done and should have done, but didn’t do. “Foreign ownership of homes – it was an easy one, we tackled it quickly and there weren’t the issues they said there would be.”

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Raising young hunter gatherers

Devon Kemp and Ryder Frank at a previous year’s competition.

Budding hunters and fishers of all ages will hit Te Puna’s bluest waterways and greenest landscapes next month, in a bid to be crowned the best of the best.

It’s all part of the Take Your Kid Hunting and Fishing Competition, which is a family-friendly and fun event run annually by Te Puna Hunting and Fishing Club.

Committee member Nathan Exelby says it’s a great chance for parents and children to enjoy quality time together in the outdoors.

“It’s all about getting the kids and their parents out of the house and having a good time,” explains Nathan. “If parents have gun licenses, or they know someone with a license who can take them out for a shoot, we encourage them to enter.

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More than $7000 in prizes are at stake across all categories.

The competition is open to children aged three to 15 and runs from March 16-18.

Briefing is on Friday at 7pm at Top Shot Bar, with the competition commencing straight after.

Hunting and fishing is then open until the competition concludes on Sunday at weigh in from 12.30pm-2pm. Tickets cost $10 and are available from Top Shot Bar at 17a Minden Road, Te Puna.

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The “totally do-able” course of the Generation Homes Women’s Triathlon has attracted 800 women this year.

A record 800 women will take to the streets of Mount Maunganui on Sunday for the 2018 Generation Homes Women’s Triathlon.

The event was originally going to be capped at 700 participants, but the huge interest led to an increase of the cap to 800 in November 2017.

“It’s so popular that I actually offered refunds for cancellations and I ended up processing 120 cancellations which were filled by people on the wait list,” says event director Miranda Clark.

The ‘have-a-go’ event includes a 400m swim, 10km cycle and 4km run or walk and attracts girls aged 11 years and older.

Miranda, who is taking part in the triathlon herself this year, attributes the popularity of the event to the fact it is the only ‘women only’ event in the top of the North Island and that the course is “totally do-able”.

More than 80 women have joined Miranda at Pilot Bay on Tuesday nights over the past four weeks to practice the swim leg of the triathlon – often the biggest barrier for some participants.

“We’ve had four swims now and many of those ladies have commented on how they’ve overcome their fear of the critters and swimming in salt water.

“It’s been so great for their psyche as well as the physical side of things.”

Spectators can catch all the action at Pilot Bay from 8.30am on Sunday, February 25.

Local film exploring solutions to global crisis Envirohub’s Sustainable Backyards Month gets underway on March 1, with the premiere of a locally-made film exploring solutions to the global crisis we face today.

‘Living the Change: Inspiring Stories for a Sustainable Future’ is directed by Jordan Osmond and Antoinette Wilson from Bay of Plenty-based Happen Films, and will screen at the Holy

Trinity Church, 215 Devonport Road, Tauranga from 7-10pm on Thursday, March 1.

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Forestry a ‘success story’ for KiwiRail

Jazz stars of tomorrow

KiwiRail are reaping the benefits of an innovative growth strategy for their forestry business designed to make the best use of their wagon fleet.

Financial result show an eight per cent revenue increase in their overall forestry business in the six months to December, driven by strong growth in the volume of logs.

“We have been working closely with the industry to maximise our ability to meet the wall of wood now coming on stream as the result of the large volume of trees planted in early 1990s,” says

KiwiRail Chief Executive Peter Reidy.

“Our log wagon fleet has grown by 40 per cent since 2011. We have some very clever thinkers on our team and have been able to do this in an innovative and cost-efficient way by converting wagons retired from our container fleet.

“In the Bay of Plenty alone, KiwiRail run 60 forestry trains each week to the Port of Tauranga, from MuruparaKawerau and Kinleith.

“Those trains are taking the equivalent of up to 340 trucks a day off Eastern Bay of Plenty roads.”

Tauranga Boys’ College Combo performing at the 40th National Youth Jazz Competition at Easter 2017.

The next Kiwi jazz sensation could be unearthed in Tauranga this Easter, when a record 300 students vie for glory at the National Youth Jazz Competition.

From March 28-30, combos and big bands from secondary schools across the country will strut their stuff on the Baycourt Community & Arts Centre stage, looking to follow in the footsteps of past winners including Nathan Haines, Hollie Smith and Sacha Vee. Part of the 56th National Jazz Festival, schools from as far south as Canterbury and as far north as Whangaparaoa will make the trip, with locals from Mount Maunganui College and Otumoetai College competing for the first time alongside fellow newcomers St Andrews College (Christchurch) and St Paul's Collegiate School (Hamilton).

“For 41 years the National Youth Jazz Competition has showcased the hottest young jazz talent from across the country,” says National Youth Jazz

Competition director Liam Ryan.

“This year we have been overwhelmed with registrations and a positive result of this is extending the competition across three days to showcase everyone.”

While the students are battling it out on stage, one of the National Jazz Festival’s headline acts will hold the final say in who reigns supreme come the end of the week.

Dr Rodger Fox – New Zealand’s foremost jazz trombonist – sits as head judge and will be assisted

by American bassist Dewayne Pate and saxophonist Dave Wilson.

“We are thankful for these three jazz superstars giving up their time to help foster the vibrancy and enthusiasm that is youth jazz,” says Liam.

“The future of jazz is looking bright and we can’t wait to see what talent is on show in 2018.”

The 41st National Youth Jazz Competition runs from March 28 to 30. For details and tickets visit: www.jazz.org.nz

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TECT changes gear towards community needs The proposed changes to TECT got a mixed reaction from the public. Personally, I found them very positive, with TECT shining a spotlight on future interest to invest in the community through the opportunity to increase the investment into community-led projects.

TECT is proposing to transfer its assets into a new entity called TECT Charitable Trust.

The Trust will distribute its funds to the community and charitable groups, aiming to triple the amount available for community projects here in Tauranga.

TECT already supports numerous local community projects.

The Community Amenities fund is used to build and upgrade amenities that have significant

community benefits like buildings, sports centres, halls and playgrounds. The Community Development Fund supports and funds community projects and programmes with a positive impact on our community.

The fund currently endorses TECT Helicopter Rescue, Tauranga Miniature Railway, House of Science and Urban Dance Academy to name but a few.

If you have enjoyed an open-air movie at Night Owl Cinema, took your family to a Tauranga Jazz Festival during Easter or attended Tauranga’s own AIMS Games, you will know that these events are funded by TECT. And wouldn’t it be great to have more of those with increased funding?

The new direction also means

that the TECT cheques we get as Trustpower consumers will stop in 2023.

The proposal suggests a one-off payment of $2500 this year and an annual payment of around $360.00 for the next five years.

This means that the money we would be getting can go into our community from 2023.

As a consumer, you are able to provide TECT with your opinion on this proposal until March 1.

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Kiwis lose more than $10m to online scams Online safety organisation Netsafe says scam tactics are becoming increasingly sophisticated, and New Zealand’s national response needs to evolve accordingly.

Kiwis reported a combined loss of $10.1 million dollars from online scams and fraud to Netsafe in 2017.

The largest single loss reported was $480,000, and the average loss was $10,771.

The reported losses likely only represent a small percentage of total losses, as many people feel a sense of embarrassment or hopelessness about reporting scams.

Netsafe CEO Martin Cocker says New Zealand should not accept scam losses as inevitable.

“The first step is to stop thinking of scam victims as greedy or foolish,” says Martin.

“We need to correct that misconception, get more creative with prevention education, and improve coordination between the agencies and organisations that can disrupt scam and fraud activity.”

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A hark back to the 1980s If you were a teenager in the 1980s, you were bound to have bopped along to one or more tunes from The Mockers, and maybe even set up your tape recorder to record them off the radio.

While ‘Forever Tuesday Morning’ never quite made it to number one in the local charts (it peaked at number two), it was an undeniable favourite and is a shoe-in on the playlist when the band plays at Totara Street in Mount Maunganui on Thursday, March 1. The Mockers are touring in celebration of the release of their deluxe edition DVD/CD set 'The Mockers Live’, recorded at The Powerstation in Auckland in 2017.

Support act for the Tauranga show is fellow Kiwi legend Gareth Thomas from Goodshirt.

Joining forces for The Mockers show are New Zealand-based Andrew Fagan (vocals), Brett Adams (guitar), plus Geoff Hayden (bass), who is travelling from London, and Australian-based keyboard maestro Tim Wedde.

“Our reunion show at Totara Street back in January 2017 was one of our favourite gigs of the tour,” says Andrew, “so we jumped at the chance to come back and bring some 1980s flavour to the venue again.”

Other hits by The Mockers include ‘Swear It’s

The 2018 line-up of The Mockers will play at Totara Street in Mount Maunganui on March 1.

True’ and ‘One Black Friday’.

The show gets underway at Totara Street at 8pm on Thursday, March 1. Tickets are $57 and on sale via: www.evenfinda.co.nz Shoulder pads, leg warmers and blue eyeshadow are not compulsory.

Making the community beautiful with some paint If you spot a telecommunications box in your local community that has been tagged or could do with a makeover, your region could be eligible for funding.

Together with Keep New Zealand Beautiful and Chorus, Creative Bay of Plenty aims to get some beautiful art onto our local telecommunications cabinets as part

of the 'Paint Your Cabinet Beautiful' campaign. This is an opportunity for four local artists to paint a cabinet each this March, with possibly more to come later this year.

“The Breeze Tauranga did a great job in helping us find a common theme for the cabinet art that ties in with our region,” says Creative Bay of Plenty.

The winning theme is ‘Our Places and Faces’. All artwork submissions must somehow relate to this theme by depicting someone well-known from Tauranga, or a historically or otherwise significant place in our city.

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Since its foundation in 2006, a programme of events has been organised annually during March, throughout the Bay of Plenty, to promote sustainability.

Last year 39 organisations worked with Envirohub to put on more than 100 events, which were attended by more than 8000 people.

The Sustainable Backyards programme continues to grow and is now widely recognised and anticipated by local organisations and individuals as a fun and effective way to promote sustainability initiatives and enhance awareness and understanding.

This year there are more than 140 events to choose from across the Bay of Plenty wide from March 1-31, such as workshops, talks, festivals, movie nights and walks.

Envirohub is partnering with Sustainability Options,

Rising Tide and Beyond the Bin on March 1 to bring the Destraw or Destroy Campaign to Mount Maunganui and Tauranga, with the hope that it will go Bay-wide in the near future.

March 3 is World Wildlife Day, to celebrate and raise awareness of the world’s wild animals and plants.

The theme for World Wildlife Day 2018 is big cats.

For more information on Sustainable Backyards month go to: www.envirohub.org.nz

The by-election: Staying the course or getting back on track?

The loss of Cr Gail McIntosh left some large boots to fill both in terms of intellect and work ethic. While we have a by-election for one seat, the outcome could change the direction of council significantly.

There are two ways council could head following your vote.

Out of 11 elected members, broadly speaking, there are two political blocs which have very different views about ratepayers’ money.

I’ll characterise them as the bloc that wants to ‘invest more’

(four councillors) and those that want to be ‘more economical’ (another four).

Both blocs balance each other out, which leaves three councillors who, including the late Cr McIntosh, could sit comfortably in either camp depending on the issue.

Your choice could tip the balance either way. Do you believe it’s time for council to

spend more on the city and that an average 9.6 per cent rates increase each year over the next three years is a small price to pay?

Or is it your view that we need to work smarter and can’t keep increasing the rates bill at over four times the rate of inflation?

Whichever view you hold, as a citizen of this city, make sure you do something about it and vote!

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14 Binding poll over establishment of Maori wards The Western Bay of Plenty District Council is holding a binding poll to see whether Maori wards should be introduced for the next two triennial elections in 2019 and 2022.

Council has the opportunity to establish a Maori ward/wards as an outcome of this process.

The poll has come about after Western Bay councillors voted to establish one or more Maori wards

in November 2017.

Consequently, an independent petition from over five per cent of Western Bay District electors against the move was handed to council requiring a poll.

A poll will be held on Saturday, May 19, and will be conducted under the provisions of the Local Electoral Act 2001 by council's electoral officer.

Rat trapping on its way Laura Wragg from Envirohub Bay of Plenty with one of the rat traps heading for a backyard near you soon.

Rat traps will be popping up in the backyards of Merivale and Matua next month as local environmental groups begin a push for the Bay of Plenty to become predator free to protect our native birds.

The Predator Free Bay of Plenty campaign is a collaboration between Envirohub Bay of Plenty, the Bay of Plenty Regional Council, Tauranga City Council, Western Bay of Plenty District Council and the Bay Conservation Alliance.

The campaign follows the work of Kelvin Hastie a Wellington man whose crusade to rid his Crofton Downs neighbourhood of introduced predators saw it named New Zealand’s first predator free suburb in 2015.

With backing from the Next Foundation, Wellington City Council and the Greater Wellington Council, the project went city-wide in 2016.

“They found that if you put a rat trap in one of every five backyards, you can pretty much rid the area of rats, which is what they have successfully done in Wellington,” says Envirohub’s general

manager Laura Wragg.

The Bay of Plenty project is launching in the suburbs of Matua and Merivale next month.

The wooden boxes for the rat traps have been made by the Men’s Shed in the Historic Village, and the Tauranga and Sunrise Rotary Clubs will assemble the traps for distribution.

“Once we’ve got them installed in Matua and Merivale, we’ll be looking for champions in other suburbs to get on board so we can roll it out across the Bay of Plenty,” says Laura.

Groups in Rotorua have already expressed an interest in taking part.

“It’s super exciting,” says Laura. “In Wellington, they’re already seeing so many more birds there and will soon be able to introduce species that would never have survived before.

“We already have rat-trapping in reserves, but this is a chance to be involved at an urban level.

“Everybody who gets a trap will use an app to log the location of their trap and how many kills they’ve had so we can map progress.”

To keep up-to-date on the project follow ‘Predator Free BOP’ on Facebook.

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15 Changes to kerbside glass recycling coming in March Waste Management NZ Limited, also operating as Environmental Green Bins, have decided to stop collecting glass in kerbside mixed recycling from March 1.

Waste Management are the major contractor in the solid waste space, servicing around 90 per cent of the district. All kerbside rubbish and recycling collection in the Western Bay of Plenty District is carried out by private contractors on a prepaid basis, and is not a council-run service. Most private contractors in

Zespri backs surf lifesavers It’s on Zespri - fresh fruit, muffins, smoothies and 3,600 hours of training.

Young Mount Maunganui surf clubbers have clinked smoothie glasses to celebrate receiving thousands of hours of free training.

Around 150 surf club kids and their families recently started their day with fresh fruit, muffins and smoothies courtesy of kiwifruit marketing company Zespri.

Clubs were invited to submit a video explaining why they should receive a celebratory morning tea shout from Zespri - and Mount club members won.

As well as the competition, Zespri has paid for hundreds of volunteer lifeguards to clock up 3600 hours of training across the Eastern Region in the past 12 months.

The company hopes to fund even more courses this year, committing around $350,000 over three years.

“Helping surf lifeguards do their job well is a no-brainer for us,” says Zespri’s Dave Courtney.

“We have this awesome beach a stone’s throw from our head office and the volunteers who patrol it are very much part of our community.

“Four out of every five Zespri kiwifruit are grown in the Bay of Plenty, so supporting local surf lifeguards to keep the beaches safer just makes sense.”

Surf Life Saving New Zealand’s Chris Emmett says the Zespri funding has allowed lifeguards to gain essential skills without financial burden.

“Training and advanced courses can be fairly expensive for clubs and lifeguards,” says Chris, “so we’re incredibly fortunate.

“Our lifeguards already donate their time to patrol beaches and they already have to pay a membership fee, so it’s really nice that Zespri covers this training cost for them.”

Zespri offers an additional eight scholarships to highly-skilled club members who complete an invitation-only advanced lifeguard award course.

Attendees receive specialist training involving everything from helicopters to technically difficult boat rescues around rocks to get their advanced lifeguard award - the highest qualification in surf lifesaving.

Each scholarship is valued at $400. They also provide scholarships for locals to take part in the annual BP Leaders for Life programme.

“The fact this funding is targeted so directly at lifeguards and training is a very real benefit to our region,” says Chris. “That’s the great thing about our partnership with Zespri.”

Businesses don’t want to be taking the risk That’s the feedback I’m getting from Tauranga business people about the removal of the 90-day trial for businesses with more than 20 staff.

I’m really lucky to have the opportunity to visit businesses regularly. It’s a good chance to hear how things are going for them, what’s going well and what’s not.

Right now they are telling me that they are very worried about the employment law changes and the impact they will have on their ability to maintain and grow their organisations.

The changes proposed include the end of the starting out wage,

the removal of 90-day trials for businesses with more than 20 staff (including casual and part timers), big leaps in the minimum wage, reduced employment flexibility and 1970s style standardised wage bargaining.

All of these are concerning.

As a result, we are seeing a loss in business confidence both in Tauranga and across the country.

In the past, businesses have been able to take a risk on people.

Perhaps the person applying for a job doesn’t tick all their boxes, but they decided to employ them anyway knowing they have the protection of the 90-day trial.

If they don’t work out, they don’t have to continue employing them.

Once the trial period is removed they will not risk being stuck with someone who doesn’t cut it. This means the good ones miss out too.

New Zealand has a great track record. Our unemployment rate is at its lowest level since the GFC in 2008.

The government needs to explain the reasons behind its reforms.

Why fix something that isn’t broken?

the wider Western Bay of Plenty send their collected rubbish and recycling to waste management centres in, Mount Maunganui Te Maunga or landfill in Tirohia.

The decision by Waste Management will affect the majority of private contractors as they will not be able to collect comingled recycling which includes glass. Residents who use private waste contractors should contact their operator as to whether alternative glass disposal options will be provided.

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Gracious ladies parading at The Elms They’re a magnificent array of classic cars from around the region and they will be on display at The Elms between 10am and 2:30pm this Sunday, February 25.

“Around 850 people attended the Classic Car Show at The Elms last year,” says Elms manager Andrew Gregg, “and we’re expecting an even bigger crowd this year.”

Visitors are invited to bring a picnic to The Elms, but there will be food available on site, including a sausage sizzle and ice cream.

Entry is by gold coin and children go for free.

Proceeds will go towards the preservation and protection of The Elms – one of Tauranga’s oldest and Elegant ladies from yesteryear will grace The Elms most precious heritage sites.

Classic Car Show on Sunday.

Think of the children Blended families are not without their challenges. Ensuring everyone is happy can take time and patience.

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Once you are in a de facto relationship for three years or longer, the general position under New Zealand relationship property law is that the family home and chattels of the relationship are to be divided equally if the relationship ends.

This means if a new partner moves into the home that you own and you later split up, you could end up having to buy him or her out. If you cannot afford to

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If you have children from a previous relationship, their inheritance is effectively halved in this scenario.

Even buying a house together can have unintended consequences for children in blended families.

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Three Waikato/Bay of Plenty wrestlers are among a team of seven who will be grappling for gold at the Commonwealth Games in Brisbane.

Ana Moceyawa trains at the Tauranga Judo Club in Moreland Fox Park, where the team was announced on Wednesday. Originally from Christchurch, Ana’s been working towards the games for three years.

The judo black belt focussed on wrestling following a rule change in competition judo. You can no longer grab the legs, and against a taller opponent the legs are a ready target.

Ana joins fellow competitors Michelle Montague and Toby Fitzpatrick in the team.

Caution urged at crossings Motorists are being warned to take caution when driving near train tracks, after a train and car crashed on Kairua Road, near Tauranga.

Western Bay of Plenty road policing manager, acting Senior Sergeant Wayne Hunter, says no one was injured in Tuesday night’s crash.

“Police were called to the crash just after 6.20pm,” he says. “A vehicle had collided with a train at the level crossing.

He says no charges have been laid, and expects if they are it will be a minor matter.

Motorbikes, muscle cars, hot rods and all things motorised - that’s what will be on display as part of the Bay of Plenty Coastal Cruisers Motorcycle Club’s motorcycle and hot rod show.

“There’s going to be cars and bikes on show - basically anything to do with motors,” says club president Wilky De Haas.

“We’ll have stock cars, drag cars and

vehicles from the Second World War. We’ll also be doing burn outs at lunch time.”

Wilky says the event is an opportunity to show the community what the club is all about.

“We generally get about 2000-3000 people at these shows depending on the weather. This is the fifth time we have hosted it. We’re a social, family-orientated motorcycle club.

“We have around 80 members in total.

“We go on a lot of charity rides, we’re active in the community and we support a

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A woman who tried to help another lady in distress on a Tauranga roadside had her car rear ended.

The incident happened at 1am on Sunday on Kairua Road.

After picking up the distressed woman, the Good Samaritan says a vehicle rammed her car from “out of nowhere” and continued to chase her all the way back to Welcome Bay. “The girl genuinely looked distressed so I don’t regret stopping, but I’m still frustrated about what happened,” she says. “I certainly do not want to stop anywhere on the side of the road again.”

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Shining a bright spotlight on Simon Fenlon English-born Simon Fenlon considers himself a Kiwi, as his family moved to New Zealand when he was just four. Although his father was an accomplished pianist, Simon remembers the day he saw a Scottish pipe band perform, and he was impressed by the drummers.

From that day on, every time someone asked what he wanted for his birthday, he would reply 'a drum kit'.

But his wish was never granted, so Simon got a job packing groceries when he was 13 and saved.

He bought his first kit, and basically became selftaught. He played in various bands between the ages of 16 and 21, then took a hiatus from the scene due to work commitments.

About 14 years ago Simon bought another kit.

performing. Each band's drummer preferred to use their own kit, and one of the bands started to play a bluesy number.

A blues harmonica player had the drummer join in, then the guitarist. As the song built, Simon and the other drummer looked at each other and joined in too.

The result was an inspired 'drum solo' that lasted around 15 minutes, before the rest of the band resumed and finished the song.

Nowadays, Simon is involved in three different bands, one of which is Agent 99 & Kaos - a five-piece cover band who will be performing at the Mount RSA on March 3.

Simon Fenlon.

He practised at home for about 18 months and had a few drum lessons from Matt Baxter before joining the band Chill Factor, to

whom he is grateful for their nurturing and patience.

He remembers being at a function once where three different bands were

Try and show a little kindness around the Bay A huge bouquet this week to a local supermarket employee who helped an elderly lady with her groceries and also to the man who observed this very kind act and took the time to post a thank you to him on the Mt Maunganui Noticeboard Facebook page.

He wrote that judging by the huge smile on the man's face, he enjoyed giving as much as the elderly lady enjoyed receiving help.

And Tauranga’s own Gemma McCaw wrote this week: “Have you ever received a random act of kindness that completely

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“Your act of kindness can create a ripple effect and spread happiness to everyone who witnessed it.”

PM Jacinda Ardern has said she wants the new government to “feel different”, to be “empathetic and kind”.

Tauranga is growing at a fast rate and as it does, I would ask that you spare a thought for our elderly residents - some of whom have lived in Tauranga since it was a relatively small town.

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They are now having to contend with very busy roads, shopping malls, supermarkets and footpaths.

Recent reports highlighted the fact that many are also suffering from loneliness and finding it difficult to make ends meet.

The recent report commissioned by Housing Minister Phil Twyford also identified “the hidden homeless”.

Our senior citizens deserve better.

Locally we have many wonderful organisations which can help, and I would urge our seniors to reach out to them.

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A bronze whaler shark.

Make a splash during Seaweek with an educational and familyfun harbour event.

The Happy Harbour Fun Day features hands-on outdoor activities that relate to Tauranga Harbour’s land, water and wildlife.

On Saturday, March 3, Bay of Plenty Regional Council, in collaboration with partner organisations, are delivering a community fun day at Memorial Park, Tauranga.

The event is an opportunity to highlight what makes our harbor special and explain what is done in the Tauranga Harbour to address key issues identified by the community - sea lettuce

Photo: Kendall Clements.

and pollution - plus coastal hazards, biodiversity and biosecurity.

“We used to do a more formal science event, but we wanted to change the format and make a family-friendly event where people have the opportunity to learn about Tauranga Moana, the creatures that call it home and what we do to look after it,” say BOP Regional Council marketing and communications

advisor Harry Singh.

“We have about 20 activities for the event from weaving workshops, crab and critter hunts, and up-close encounters where kids will get the chance to use microscopes, to recycling and edible worms.”

On top of all of that, you will be able see marine biologists dissect a 2.5m bronze whaler shark that was found dead on the beach last year.

There will also be competitions, face painting, storytelling, bouncy castles, food, music and a screening of the movie Moana at 5pm.

The Happy Harbour Fun Day is on

A breath of fresh air and some fun in the country It is promising real country fun, including a plate smash, a real coconut shy, rifle range shooting and a hangi.

It’s the Te Puna School country fair at the school on Te Puna Road on Saturday, March 17 between 10am and 2pm.

A relaxing day of country fun is promised for the whole family. It’ll be jam packed with fun for young and old, featuring

flavour-filled food and stalls for all.

Kids can also enjoy face painting and much more.

A cake stall will be well-stocked with home-baked cakes, slices and muffins plus homemade sweets like fudge, coconut ice and toffee.

The café will offer tea and coffee and lots of scones, plus there's a barbecue, hangi, candy floss and drinks.

Plants and produce are up for sale, and there’s a secondhand book sale and jumble sale along with some amazing silent auction items.

The world-famous helicopter ping-pong drop is at 1.30pm on the school field and you could win a free helicopter ride!

For further information message: pta@tepuna.school.nz or Te Puna School Country Fair on Facebook.

Saturday, March 3, from 1-5pm at Memorial Park, rain or shine. For updated information check out the ‘Happy Harbour Fun Day’ event page on Facebook.

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Inflammation seminar in town next month Our bodies possess the most extraordinary ability to repair damage and fight off pathogens that can make us sick.

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repair any tissue damage as it occurs.

The most important part of our repair systems is the process of inflammation. Without inflammation, we could never heal.

Put simply, inflammation is the process that brings healing to damaged tissue.

It starts with special messengers that bring information to immune cells. There is then a co-ordinated response designed to bring a cocktail of immune cells and special healing chemicals to damaged areas.

The first thing that happens is blood vessels leak more fluid into damaged cells.

This extra fluid brings these repair cells and chemicals to the area needed.

Typically, the affected tissue swells with the extra fluid and if close to the skin can become swollen, red (from the

extra blood), hot and unfortunately painful.

If everything is working properly, this process of inflammation should slowly switch off and the damaged tissue heals. Inflammation should only occur when needed then switch off completely.

Unfortunately some health problems cause sustained inflammation, where the immune system battles valiantly but unsuccessfully to repair damage.

You see this in common osteoarthritis.

Specialised cartilage cells (chondrocytes) become damaged and cannot repair cartilage damage. The immune system then causes joint inflammation as it tries to unsuccessfully heal damaged cartilage.

Often the pain and lack of mobility are as much to do with unwanted inflammation as the actual damage.

My upcoming public seminar is on March 1st at the Hotel Armitage, from 7-9pm.

We will be discussing osteoarthritis and inflammation and looking at the many things we can do to help.

There will be plenty of time for questions.

To register, phone: 0800 423 559 or email: mail@abundant.co.nz I look forward to meeting you. For more information give me a call or email: john@abundant.co.nz. You can read back issues at: www.abundant.co.nz John Arts is a qualified nutritional medicine practitioner and founder of Abundant Health.

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When I suggested she look at what she was capable of doing, she realised she is the one who leads others in projects because she has overview skills as well as being able to see the detail.

Once she understood this, she was able to portray that side of her rather than focusing on those areas she was less skilled in.

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Private hospitals propose plan to cut waiting lists Richard Whitney, president of the NZ Private Private hospitals are calling for a formal Surgical Hospitals Association, says New Zealand has partnership with the government to help a growing and unmet demand for elective surgery, meet the unmet demand for elective surgeries. and overall waiting times are increasing.

He says the private hospitals sector has significant capacity, and the experience and expertise to absorb much of this demand. Private hospitals provide approximately 50 per cent of all elective surgery performed in New Zealand.

“We can partner with government to provide a huge number of elective surgeries,” claims Richard.

“Outsourcing this surgical workload would help to meet the large, unmet demand while relieving the load on DHBs, enhancing efficiencies and reducing government capital expenditure requirements.

“It would also improve the quality of life for thousands of New Zealanders.”

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Combining art and medicine to solve problems Dr Anuya Deshpande studied medicine at Manchester University and did her undergraduate electives at the Mayo Clinic in Rochester and Mount Sinai Hospital in New York. She returned to the UK, working as a GP in Blackpool, Manchester and London.

Her passion was always to combine art and medicine, so she embarked on cosmetic medicine training in the UK. Tired of the weather, she came to New Zealand in 2006 to work as a GP locum in Gisborne.

She married a Kiwi, and between 2011 and 2016 they had three children together.

In 2008 she founded Skin Deep - a cosmetic medicine clinic which

quickly expanded as her reputation as a friendly, thorough doctor who gets results for her patients spread.

As demand grew, she gained qualifications and experience in cosmetic medicine, phlebology (varicose vein treatment), dermatology and skin cancer medicine.

After 12 years in Gisborne, she and husband Marty Gibson decided to move to the Bay of Plenty. Anuya has teamed up with Dr Ben Tallon to offer phlebology, cosmetic medicine and skin cancer services in his Cameron Road specialist centre.

As a doctor, Anuya loves getting to the bottom of problems that have bothered people for a long time.

She also understands the importance of looking good and the happiness it brings.

Her philosophy in cosmetic medicine is to restore balance to the face to achieve natural results.

Her passion is in treating people

with troublesome varicose veins.

“Being able to diagnose and actually treat a problem that’s been bothering someone for years in a few hours is so satisfying,” she says.

Her role in skin cancer working

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Putting yourself in charge of your diabetes “I wish I’d done a program like this years ago. What a difference it’s made to the way I manage my type two diabetes.

It was great to hear how other people cope with their diabetes!”

These are all comments from participants at a recent DESMOND - ‘Diabetes Self-Management for On-going and Newly Diagnosed’ - program in Tauranga.

Originally from the UK but recently introduced to New Zealand by DESMOND Western Australia, it is the only program of its kind in the Bay of Plenty that puts participants firmly in charge of their own type two diabetes.

Participants are encouraged to share their own journeys whilst exploring food choices, energy intake, activity and resilience skills. DESMOND facilitator and manager at Diabetes Help Tauranga, Debbie Cunliffe, says this program offers those living with type two diabetes the opportunity to reduce blood pressure, blood glucose and HbA1c levels, whilst increasing physical activity.

The program is also known to reduce burnout that can be associated with diagnosis of diabetes.

A diabetes nurse and Debbie Cunliffe registered nutritionist

alongside Dr Tallon is a dream come true. “Working within the field of skin cancer - something that affects so many New Zealanders - and being able to actively make a difference and working with an expert in the field is incredible.”

support participants to put together an action plan that can be shared with GPs and used to help participants manage priorities as they self-manage their condition.

For details of the next free DESMOND program, to be held on March 20 at the Heart Foundation, Mount Maunganui, call the Diabetes Help Tauranga Infoline on: 07 5713422 or email: info@diabeteshelp.org.nz

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What are our region’s vital signs?

Vital Signs® is a key resource for the Acorn Foundation. It takes a snapshot of the health and vitality of our region across 14 key indicators, and lets us know where we need to focus our annual distributions. It was first completed in 2015 and

has now been repeated in 2018. Acorn uses the insights gained from the Vital Signs® report to help connect generous people who care with causes that matter - forever.

How did we rate and what’s changed since 2015?

The answer is – plenty, and the good news is that in each case it’s for the better.

The following table shows 2018 ratings compared to 2015 (in brackets). Each field has received a grade identifying how strongly residents believe the Western Bay of Plenty is performing in that area.

What are the top priorities for improvement?

The popularity and growing economy of Tauranga and the Western Bay has brought strong population growth, and with it the growing pains of a region whose infrastructure is being stretched, week by week. Along with the population growth comes concern about the impact that growth might have on our environment, and also the impact the cost of living is having on social inequities.

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Excellent, continue the current approach Good, but some improvements could be made Average, more effort should be made to address this issue Below average, more work is required Failure, immediate action is needed

There are social issues as well – drug and alcohol abuse continue to impact our families and communities.

The Vital Signs® 2018 report identified the biggest issues for our region as:

What do we love most about our region?

The Vital Signs® 2018 report also asked this question. We live in a region of stunning natural beauty with a favourable temperate climate, which lends itself to easy outdoor living and playing. It’s no real surprise therefore to learn that the things we love most about living here include:

These issues are a significant shift from 2015, when Affordable Housing and Lack of Job Creation were highlighted as the biggest concerns.

With the current growth there is a once in a lifetime opportunity to build a community within a city. It must consider the needs of all people within the area and see the value in encouraging social connectedness, inclusion and identity.

These factors are largely unchanged from the results of the 2015 Vital Signs® survey.

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Checking Our Vital Signs The Acorn Foundation has just released the findings of its latest Vital Signs research project.

Vital Signs is a tool used to understand the community’s perceptions of the place where they live, looking at the social, cultural, health, environmental and economic well-being of the area and key priorities according to residents.

Overall, the report shows we are increasingly positive about how our region is performing.

Gains have been made since 2015 in nine of the fourteen topic areas surveyed.

The strength of our economy has brought with it more jobs and more opportunities for newcomers, and we have embraced our growing population to make them feel more welcome and connected.

At the same time, however, there are also some significant challenges. Not all people are sharing

the spoils of economic growth, and our growing population is having a significant impact on infrastructure and the cost of housing.

The two areas where we are perceived to be performing best are the economy and sports and recreation. Areas receiving the lowest score are unchanged from 2015 – housing and reducing inequity.

“This report provides a clear roadmap for our councils, funders and communities as to where our focus needs to be in order for this very special region to thrive and prosper, and to provide universal opportunities for every sector of our community,” says Acorn general manager Nicky Wilkins.

The full Vital Signs report can be read online at: www.acornfoundation.org.nz Copies are also available from the Acorn Foundation, 78 First Ave, Tauranga, and at all local public libraries.

Managing stress in the workplace While the problem of workplace stress is not new, awareness of managing it, and the responsibility that employers have, has gained traction in recent years.

Under the Health and Safety at Work Act, employers have an obligation to try to prevent and reduce work-related harm among their staff.

This includes the obvious things like safety around dangerous equipment, but also includes mental or physical ill

health due to less measurable criteria such as workplace stress.

One of the consistent messages around managing stress is the contribution physical activity can make.

It doesn’t help when a workplace is desk or office-based, and there is little room for movement and physical activity, which is one of our body’s way of dealing with the hormone response caused by stress.

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Sophistication meets relaxed coastal living on the shores of Papamoa Stylish, spacious coastal living was the brief for Signature Homes’ beautiful new showhome in Papamoa. Located in Palm Springs, the home was built from the Signature Pacific collection and is full of ideas.

Spacious open plan living and a kitchen area beautifully designed with neutral tones and natural textures makes this home an entertainer’s delight.

Four bedrooms, two living areas, a study nook off the dining area and a designer kitchen with scullery make this an entertainer’s dream.

An eye-catching exterior, landscaped native garden and macrocarpa fence reflect the home’s natural environment.

“Our showhomes help people visualise what their perfect home may look like and demonstrates what’s possible when they choose to build new,” says co-owner of Signature Homes BOP Debbie Williams.

“Showhomes are a fantastic resource for anyone looking to build - now or in the future.

“They help clarify what’s important to you personally, when it comes to your home’s design and layout.”

If you’re planning a visit, remember to ask lots of questions. What’s included? What’s not? How flexible are the floor plans? What guarantees is the home covered by?

If you see something you like, take a photo and keep a note of your new must-haves. Not only is this acceptable, it’s encouraged. According to Debbie, it’s common for people to do a complete 180 on what they thought they wanted.

“You may have an idea in mind, then visit one of our showhomes and say ‘actually I prefer this’,” explains Debbie. “That’s a good thing.

“It’s much easier to make those changes before you start building and it’s a big part of why we build showhomes.”

Take advantage of free fees Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern is encouraging apprentices to take advantage of the government’s new Fees Free policy.

From January 1, the government made industry training fees free for the first two years of an apprenticeship for eligible first-time learners enrolling on eligible programmes.

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Keeping cool and comfortable Despite temperatures and humidity being way too high this summer, homeowners that have a heat pump or air conditioning are getting a good night’s sleep.

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“For us it’s not about selling heat pumps – it’s about providing solutions,” says Shane.

“We always provide advice and help to make sure customers get the right solution for their needs.”

If you haven’t yet got a heat pump or air Most people know that a heat pump is conditioning, now is the time to contact the best and most cost-efficient answer Snowden Electrical, who offer more to warming a home, but the same device than 25 years’ experience installing air can also be used to cool the home and conditioning and heat pumps in dehumidify the air during summer.

Tauranga homes under the direction of “An air-conditioning unit can remove owner Shane Snowden.

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Getting your repairs and replacements in a minute Steve Edser and the team at Tauranga Minuteman have been repairing shoes, engraving trophies, cutting keys and providing locksmith services for more than 30 years.

Steve is the third generation of his family to offer the Minutemantype service. His grandfather, Herbert Edser, started in Wellington as Edser Shoe Repairs, which was run by him and his two sons.

“Herbert was a blacksmith until cars came along and ruined his business, so he started a shoe repair, locksmith and engraving business all in one,” says Steve.

Minuteman’s first Tauranga store just catered for shoe repairs, then came the key-cutting, then the engraving since Bayfair opened.

Today Steve and Jenny have recently Rangi Tamati, who’s been with moved into new the business for 17 years.

premises at 1 Devonport Road, and also have a shop on Cameron Road and a kiosk in Bayfair. They will also soon be opening a store at The Lakes.

Together the pair say the thing they love most about their jobs is the variety of work and meeting new people.

They have also had great success with their staff – seven out of 10 have been with the company for more than 10

years and one has been with them for 20 years.

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Confused choosing blind fabrics?

Roller blinds are a very functional window dressing, however choosing the right fabric, colour or texture can be confusing.

Before choosing a fabric you need to think about the room that the blind will be in and the function you require from it.

Sunfilter fabrics give you privacy during the day whilst allowing you to see out through the blind.

They also reduce heat in the room while removing 95-97 per cent of UV light, protecting your valuable carpets and furniture.

Light filtering fabrics are ideal for living rooms, allowing soft light into the room while also helping to reduce glare on TV screens.

For rooms where you need full privacy and room darkening, such as bedrooms and living areas, stylish block-out fabrics are the perfect choice.

If you need both daytime privacy and night-time block-out then consider using a double roller blind, where two separate blinds are installed on a slimline double bracket, with a sunfilter typically to the back and the block-out at the front.

Bay Blinds have a stunning range of fabrics available to create gorgeous and luxurious roller blinds and louvre curtains.

All blinds are proudly manufactured by their local team with the latest trends, textures and colours designed to inspire and impress.

Visit their friendly staff at their 8 Maleme Street, Greerton, or call: 07 578 7794 today to set a time for Michelle or Vinnie to show you their amazing roller blind options, and to discuss how they can help you create the right decor in your home.

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Piling and foundation contractors and what they do A foundation or piling contractor is a tradesperson skilled in the development of the foundations of a building. The house foundations are the system on which the home sits.

Sometimes the house foundation rests upon the footings and supports the floor system – as with conventional foundation walls.

There are many different types of foundation, such as masonry, concrete, wooden and piles.

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Piles are typically used where the available soils are unable to support the necessary loads with the use of more traditional spread footings and their supported masonry or concrete foundation walls.

Concrete piles are components of a foundation, which is driven into ground to make sure it’s embedded deeply.

Pile foundations require a lot of concrete piles during construction, and the piles will connect to the footers of the foundation.

They distribute the weight of the building, which reduces the

risk of collapse.

It is necessary to hire a foundation and piling contractor when building a house, as without the correct foundations, a house can be very weak.

There are various regulations around piling and foundations, which a specialist will be able to advise you of when discussing the job.

The services of a foundation or piling contractor include housing foundations, building foundations, raising foundations, basements, repiling and piling repair.

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Three questions to ask before buying an old house Are you considering buying an old house?

Tracey Mckenzie from Builder’s Crack says old villas and bungalows can be charming, but often with age, comes problems.

“While we’re drawn to older homes which are oozing with character, they can quickly become money pits and a source of endless frustration for homeowners,” says Tracey.

Tracey recommends buyers ask themselves three questions before buying an old house.

Check the foundations for cracks and signs of shifting

Foundation issues can be expensive to fix.

When you’re looking at an older home, leave the bedrooms and living rooms ‘til last. Check the foundations for cracks and signs of shifting.

Also look for and test for mould from top to bottom

How old is the electrical wiring?

Many old homes have their original wiring, which can pose a potential fire hazard – especially near or in the roof where it’s likely to be covered by insulation.

If the wiring is outdated, make sure to get a detailed quote for the cost of fully replacing it.

How modern is the plumbing?

Old villas and bungalows can be charming, but with age, often comes problems. building report, it may be used as a legitimate reason to cancel the agreement.

It’s important to hire your own expert advisors and not rely on a report provided by a vendor.

The regional property market is pumping Real-time statistics from realestate.co.nz show that while the major centres in New Zealand continue to cool, there’s lively activity across regional New Zealand.

Asking prices either fell, or remained stable in Auckland, Wellington, Canterbury, Waikato and Otago compared to the prior month.

“Total housing stock was up in these five main regions compared to the same time a year ago,”

House price expectations are currently sitting at a six-and-a-half year low according to the latest ASB Housing Confidence Survey.

While national house price expectations are trending downwards, the latest survey reveals a difference in sentiment between North Island and South Island respondents.

Price expectations in the South Island have lifted, led by Canterbury. On the other hand, price expectations

continued to ease in the North Island.

Annual price growth rates have slowed sharply in North Island centres such as Auckland, Tauranga and Hamilton.

Price growth rates remain around 10 per cent per annum in the South Island beyond Canterbury.

ASB Chief Economist Nick Tuffley says despite the lift in overall sentiment to buying property, upcoming housing policy changes may ease house price expectations.

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says realestate.co.nz spokesperson Vanessa Taylor, “indicating that many properties are not selling as quickly.

“By contrast, Northland, Central North Island, Bay of Plenty, Gisborne, Hawke’s Bay, Wairarapa and Marlborough were a hive of activity in January.

“It’s interesting that most of these regions are known holiday destinations, and it could well be that sellers in these locations are taking advantage of the visitor season and a sellers’ market.”

Asking prices were up and total stock numbers were down in all of these regions, she says.

New listings were down in Northland, Central North Island, Bay of Plenty and Hawke’s Bay, but up in Wairarapa and Marlborough.

Nationally, there were 7,491 new property listings across the country, which represents a 4.9 per cent decrease on the same period last year.

“However, total housing stock is up 7.0 per cent compared to January 2017, which indicates that many properties are not selling as quickly as in previous years,” says Vanessa.

The average asking price across the country was $647,535 which is a 2.0 per cent fall compared to December 2017.

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Sample the sought-after surroundings of Mills Reef The Mills Reef Winery is an iconic and memorable Tauranga landmark with an unrivalled reputation. It is as much a part of the city scape as Mauao or Mount Main Beach.

Situated on beautiful sweeping grounds in the leafy suburb of Bethlehem, just five minutes from the

centre of town, the winery is renowned for its award winning wines and stunning restaurant setting.

The art-deco building is frequently acclaimed as one of the most attractive and stylish wineries in the country, complemented with manicured gardens, friendly staff, great wines and a fresh, eclectic and local menu.

The ambience and versatility of the

Mills Reef – sought-after for relaxed indoor/outdoor dining and events.

Mills Reef venue is unique, making it a popular and highly sought-after choice for relaxed indoor/ outdoor dining or to celebrate special occasions such as weddings, anniversaries, birthdays, functions and events.

Mills Reef also offers fun and informative wine tasting with cellar door staff, whether as a prelude to dining in the restaurant or for a more focused wine discovery experience. It’s a highly recommended and enjoyable way to learn about Mills Reef’s latest award-winning wines.

They faithfully maintain their long held reputation

for fine food and fine wine along with their attention to detail, making each occasion a special and memorable one.

Mills Reef Winery and Restaurant are open daily for brunch and lunch (dinner by reservation), and they are now taking function bookings and reservations for 2019.

The art deco Mills Reef is located at 143 Moffat Road, just 600m off State Highway 2, in Bethlehem.

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Recreational and commercial craft affected by rule changes Changes to Maritime Rules that come into effect on March 15 this year will affect both recreational and commercial boats.

fishing boats that sank.

Float-free EPIRBs will automatically deploy and activate when submerged in water.

“Crews in these accidents had manual EPIRBs on board, but were unable to activate them,” says Maritime NZ General Manager Maritime Standards Sharyn Forsyth.

“We want to give people plenty of warning of the new requirement in the lead up to next January.

We hope this notice period will assist operators who are replacing their old EPIRBs over the coming months. This new measure will save lives.”

The float free rule change comes after consultation and is supported by New Zealand Federation of Commercial Fishermen President Doug Saunders-Loder. “This is a practical change that will make commercial fishing safer and help save lives - a core priority for our organisation,” he says.

Sailing boats no longer have to have manual bilge pumps operable from above the deck, which allows for more modern designs.

Modern technology carried on board most fishing boats is recognised with rule changes that allow satellite search and rescue technology, as an alternative to radar transponders on fishing vessels operating beyond 200 nautical miles from the coast.

The requirement for fishing boats operating in some areas to carry a radio with narrow-band direct printing has been removed. The “old technology” has been replaced by modern radio systems in many countries, including New Zealand.

Float free EPIRBs will also be compulsory on all fishing boats between 7.5 metres and 24 metres operating outside enclosed waters (outside harbours, estuaries and other inland or sheltered waters).

The ‘float free’ rule comes into effect on January 1, 2019.

The rule has been prompted by recommendations from Coroners and the Transport Accident and Investigation Commission, boats following the deaths of 24 people Game fishing, diving and fishing charter Bs. over the last 11 years on inshore EPIR ree will have to carry float-f

Oil spill exercising regional council staff Regional council staff have been dealing with an oil spill exercise at Butters Wharf near the aerodrome bridge this week.

Called Operation Basil Brush (Boom Boom), the exercise is based on containing a spill at the cement/ tanker berth near the southern end of the Mount Maunganui wharf.

Participants have been informed that the incident involves an oil transfer company losing some of its product at the tanker terminal, says a BOP regional council spokesperson.

“They have been informed that onsite staff has deployed some booms, but no further details are

being released, to allow participants to react to unknown events,” they said.

Up to 50 people took part in the marine oil spill exercise.

Organised by the Bay of Plenty Regional Council, it is hoped the exercise will help maintain and build oil spill response capability amongst industry and first responders at New Zealand’s busiest port.

More than half of those taking part were Regional Council staff, and also include representatives from Department of Conservation, Maritime NZ, Waikato Regional Council and iwi representatives.

Also present were those responsible for transferring oil at the Port of Tauranga. The exercises

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A mischievous character, Basil Brush is best known for his catchphrase ‘Boom! Boom!’.

Oil booms were deployed at the tanker berth this week.

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A fairway with a view

The Fairview Golf Club offers an 18-hole course with a spectacular view of the Kaimai Ranges.

With a spectacular view of the Kaimai Ranges, Fairview Golf Club offers an 18-hole course to delight any passionate golfer, from the experienced professional to the enthusiastic beginner.

Just south of Katikati, the par-71 course has recently

undergone significant improvements, including a new layout of the first five holes.

There is also a new outdoor sprig bar, where golfers can step straight off the course to enjoy a well-deserved drink at the end of their round.

Fairview Golf Club offers a range of nine and 18-hole memberships, with convenient payment options.

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Club member entitles you to compete in club competitions, as well as a discount on food and beverage and golf merchandise at the on-site golf shop, and discounted green fees at other courses.

To find out how to join the club and the payment options available, phone the golf shop on: 07 549 3412, email: info@fairviewgolf.co.nz or visit: www.fairviewestate.co.nz/golfcourse

Celebrating 25 years of Tauranga Probus Active senior citizens from the community gathered at the Tauranga Avenues Probus Club recently to celebrate 25 years since the club’s inception back in February 1993.

Club member Jim Carruthers says he has been going for 17 years and enjoys getting together with likemind people.

“The club has around 18-20 original members, including our first president, which is quite good for a Probus Club.

“At the inception of the

club, over 200 pre-members attended, forming two Probus Clubs.

“In the end it was decided to form one club, and it will continue to go forward providing the opportunity for friendship, fellowship and congeniality to the older members of the Tauranga community.”

On the day there were speeches, cake cutting and a performance from singing group Harmony a Plenty.

The Tauranga Avenues Probus club meets on the first Wednesday of each Month, at 9.30am at the Tauranga Citizens Club, 170 13th Avenue, Tauranga.

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Pro baseball player pitches to youth

Former Major League Baseball player DJ Carrasco is accustomed to playing in sold-out stadiums around the United States, but not usually in front of such a young crowd.

As a pitcher for the likes of the New York Mets, Tauranga City Baseball kids had a free coaching Chicago White Sox and lesson with pro baseball player DJ Carrasco.

Arizona Cardinals, he knows how to wow a crowd, but his He also signed autographs for excited recent audience in the Bay of Plenty fans, and one parent watching the was a group of Tauranga youngsters hands-on instruction was thrilled that who attended a free coaching clinic at her son was participating, Papamoa’s Gordon Spratt Reserve.

“It’s an amazing chance to learn tips The once-in-a-lifetime opportunity from a baseball great,” she says. was for kids between the ages of 5-16, “Who would have thought my eightwho are baseball newbies or aspiring year-old would get coaching from a pro young athletes. in Papamoa.”

Tauranga City Baseball President One of the highlights was the Shane Woolley says thanks to Tauranga question-and-answer sessions, with City Baseball and Baseball NZ, kids asking fun, and oh-so-important Carrasco's high-profile coaching clinic questions like ‘how often did you was open to all kids across the region. practice as a kid?’ and ‘what other sports “We got DJ here at the last minute,” do you like?’. says Shane, “so we didn't have much of Tauranga City Baseball, in its third a chance to publicise the event. But we year as a growing club, is eager to entice ended up with a great turnout of kids more youth to a sport that continues to eager to learn from him.” gain popularity around New Zealand.

Nearly three-dozen boys and “T-ball and Rookie ball for the girls braved the heat to learn the younger set has some good numbers fundamentals of pitching in a threeand potential,” says Shane, “however hour clinic. the under-13s and 16s could use more From the right stance, to the ball and players to round out the team.” glove positioning, to the correct way Boys or girls interested in trying the to throw, Carrasco held a captivated sport and joining the club can head audience with his down-to-earth and to the TCB Facebook page for more kid-friendly demeanour. information.

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Celebrating 15 years of fresh local produce One of the oldest farmers’ markets in New Zealand is celebrating its 15th anniversary.

Tauranga Farmers’ Market has been providing fresh produce to the Bay of Plenty region since 2003, enabling food growers and producers to sell directly to the customer.

Tauranga Farmer’s Market have been providing fresh produce to the Bay of Plenty for 15 years.

Starting out as a small market at the Tauranga Historic Village, they have developed a sustainable market with more than 2000 loyal customers and stall holders.

On Saturday, as part of the market celebrations, there will be a birthday cake, live entertainment including the Tauranga Orange City Square Dancing demonstrations and competitions.

The Heart Foundation will also be in the market as part of their Big Heart Appeal week.

Competitions will include activities, such as locating the 15 candles positioned around the market, and lucky spot prizes.

Market Manager Trixie Allen says: “We still have six

founding stall holders attending the market.

“Not only have they aged, but they’ve also grown their businesses, with the market being an important weekly outlet for their product.

“There is a real sense of community and you can see the dedication at the market from both the stallholders and their customers.

“They all work very hard during the week, but then being able to talk directly with your customers makes for an enjoyable experience.”

The 15th anniversary of the Tauranga Farmers’ Market will be on Saturday, February 24, from 7.45am-12pm at Tauranga Primary School on 5th Avenue.

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Naked because there’s nothing to hide Naked by name and naked by nature. That’s Naked Meats in Te Puna, where the product is as mother nature and father time intended. Naked!

“There’s nothing to hide,” says larger than life co-owner Garth Bostock. “Here at Naked Meats we provide top quality, naked meat.

“That means no preservatives – there’s nothing fake about us or our products.

“We have been ‘playing God’ with our food,” says the big butcher with the big smile and the big laugh, but nature doesn’t provide meat with additives such as gluten, sugar, salt, chemicals and hormones – so why are we polluting our foods?”

Naked Meats is tucked away off the bottom of Minden Road, just off the State Highway 2 roundabout.

They’re open from 7am to 5.30pm, Monday to Friday, and on Saturdays between 7am and 1pm.

You can also order online at: www.butchery.kiwi or call: (07) 552 5586 for a same day pick up before 10am. They also do free local deliveries on orders over $100.

Naked Meats is a commitment to natural quality. “We interfere as little as possible,” says Garth.

“We just let nature take its course – we are talking more nutrition, more flavor and more food envy.”

That commitment all starts on the pristine grasslands of Waikura Valley on the remote East Coast of the North Island, where the fourth generation of the Brosnahan family raise their Angus cattle herd.

The Absolute Angus Beef is 100 per cent grass fed, non-GMO and hormone free, making it a safe, healthy, natural and nutritious choice. The traditional approach adds to the succulent taste of the beef and promotes the development of healthy omega 3 and omega 6 fats.

“It is aged the traditional way,” says the big butcher’s business partner Duane Pearce, “because when mother nature meets father time, beautiful things happen.”

There’s some ironic symbolism in the fact Naked Meats has embraced the fig leaf as its logo – the fig leaf usually conceals or camouflages something inadequate or dishonest. Think Adam and Eve and their nakedness.

But there’s absolutely nothing to hide at Naked Meats at the bottom of Minden Road, just off the new Te Puna roundabout. Naked Meats is a sign of quality.

The “Naked” team – Duane Pearce, Dave Marwood, Jayden Welton, Garth Bostock ,Wolfgang Thomas and Lissie Reedy. Photo: Nikki South.

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Taking a deep breath and stepping outside your door John was born with scoliosis – or curvature of the John Mcintosh is pretty blunt when asked spine – although he’s never let his disability slow what it’s like growing older with a disability.

“Oh, it sucks really,” says the 69-year-old. “The crux of it is we all get older, but it’s worse when you’re disabled.”

him down.

But, he admits, as he gets older his disability is having a bigger impact on daily life.

“In my case, my curvature of the spine is getting worse,” says John, “therefore my breathing is getting worse and I get tired easily. I fatigue easily and I’ve developed glaucoma, and that’s just gradually getting worse.”

When John was very young, doctors told his parents he was unlikely to live past middle age.

“Life expectancy for people a generation ago with my condition meant they didn’t live past 40 in many instances,” he says.

John’s had to take a step back from one of his lifelong passions performing on the drums.

“I’ve had to stop playing drums because I found that after playing rock and roll for a long period of time, I was pretty exhausted.”

John says it’s not always easy to stay upbeat as you age, and some people may start to feel isolated.

The key is finding things to be passionate about and get involved in.

“It’s important to take a deep breath and step outside your door. Become involved, keep active and try and stay positive.”

John’s still working as a community liaison and ambassador for Life Unlimited - a charitable trust

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John and wife of 43 years, Marilyn, enjoy travelling around New Zealand. supporting people with disability.

He’s also actively involved in the Disabled Persons Assembly and he loves being a part of his granddaughter’s life.

He says staying connected with people is really important.

“Surround yourself with good people - people who understand. I get a kick out of talking to other people with disability.

“Planning for your future is really important, because the chances are your disability will get worse. You need to plan for two things - your financial security in retirement, and also your support needs for your disability so you can stay independent.

“So wrap yourself with good support.

“However, try and stay independent as long as you can.”

Camaraderie at Inter-Village Games Greenwood Park Retirement Village is hosting the inaugural Metlifecare ‘Midlands Region’ Inter-Village Games, with six villages and over 150 competitors taking part in nine sports.

The sports include indoor bowls, outdoor bowls, snooker, darts, 500, rummikub, petanque, mini putt and golf croquet.

“It’s a great opportunity to show local people in their 70s, 80s and even 90s living an active and

fulfilling life with friendship and camaraderie,” says BOP Metlifecare social and regional events coordinator Samantha Martin.

There will be morning tea and chit chat at 9am, then at 10am the games will be officially opened by Mayor Greg Brownless.

At 4.30pm the winners will be announced and medals will be presented by Joanne Coates-Reid, before an endof-play barbecue.

The Inter-Village Games will be held on Thursday, March 8 at Greenwood Park Village.

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Garden Apartments.

A place to call home Althorp Village is one of those rare places you can move to and instantly feel at home.

More than 280 residents live independently in the village and enjoy resort style facilities ranging from the bowling green, heated swimming pool, spa and a gym to a beautifully furnished community centre and more than 30 different activities.

Throughout the village there are 157 one, two and three bedroom villas all surrounded by beautiful gardens and lawns which are all taken care of by the grounds staff - unless you fancy spending a little time in the garden yourself!

The new garden apartments comprise of 16 large, north-facing apartments and all have decks. With two

bedrooms, two bathrooms and open plan living and dining, they also have secure undercover parking.

There are also 23 independent living apartments in the main building - The Lodge - which is the heart of the village where all of the facilities are located and where many activities take place.

Althorp also has serviced apartments available for those requiring a higher level of care.

The Pyes Pa shopping centre is right next door and has 20 shops including a medical centre, pharmacy, supermarket, cafe and bakery, restaurants, food outlets and much more.

A very short stroll through the private gates will make daily outings for shopping, coffee or lunch a breeze.

Althorp Village is open daily between

Singing and dancing antics in the Bay Rising stars Tainui Kuru, Rutene Spooner and Bonaventure AllanMoetaua bring their singing and dancing antics to Tauranga next month.

With famous songs, great singing and a top band, the boys pay tribute to the singing greats of Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin and Sammy Davis Jnr. Accompanied by a full band, the terriďŹ c trio includes crowd-pleaser Bonaventure Allan-Moetaua, Grease and Saturday Night Fever’s Tainui Kuru and Rutene Spooner of Super-HUGH-man and Billy Elliot.

The boys bring great harmonies, smooth moves and some classic Rat Pack antics to the show, which

will feature many of the all-time favourites including My Way and Fly me to the Moon.

Time to take a walk down memory lane with some of the most famous tunes of all time and a tribute to three awardwinning and most loved artists of all time!

Tickets and information about the show, at Holy Trinity Church, 215 Devonport Road on Friday March 9 at 11am, can be found at: www.operatunity.co.nz The Weekend Sun has two double passes to Rat Pack on March 11 for two lucky readers who can tell us the names of the Rat Pack rising stars.

Enter online at: www.sunlive.co.nz under the competition section. Entries must be received by February 27.

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For more information visit: www.althorpvillage.co.nz

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Providing independence and care With a 45-bed psychogeriatric dementia unit and a 15-bed secure dementia unit, Radius Althorp provides a safe and protective environment for dementia care residents and your loved ones while offering independence and choice.

Both units exude a homely, lively and welcoming atmosphere with good indoor-outdoor flow and free

access to generous outside spaces for daily walks, activities and plenty of fresh air.

We encourage families to stay actively involved with their loved ones living at Radius Althorp - even with the best care, we can’t replace family and the special knowledge and relationships built up over a lifetime.

Keeping up with technology New technology can be confusing, and when kids and grandkids run through ‘the basics’ too fast, it can leave your head spinning. If you need technology advice and you need it at your own pace, NOW can help.

Local phone and broadband provider NOW offer a Techspert (tech expert) service to help customers make the most of the digital technology that has become commonplace in their everyday lives.

The Techspert service sees NOW become “the telco that goes beyond the router”, positioning it strongly as a digital services provider, rather than an internet service provider, and “not just phone and broadband”, says CEO Hamish White.

“We help people in Tauranga, Rotorua, Hawke’s Bay and Wellington with their total digital

and technology set up, beyond just phone and broadband,” says Hamish.

“Whether it’s improving wifi and sorting dropouts, setting up a smart TV, helping to optimise streaming or gaming experiences or sorting computer issues, NOW will be there for customers who want a hassle-free technology experience.

“What’s more, the service is available to people who aren’t NOW customers.”

He says NOW’s offering is in response to hearing from customers about their increasing frustration, as their homes become more and more complex via the growth of the internet.

NOW’s Techspert service is available in regions where it has a local service hub – Tauranga, Rotorua, Hawke’s Bay and Wellington. It is available to existing and non-NOW customers on a pay-as-you-go or membership subscription basis.

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What is osteoporosis?

Osteoporosis is a condition in which the density and quality of bones is reduced, making them weaker and more likely to break. A half-hour bone densitometry scan can help determine the status of your bone density and help you maintain good bone health.

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Throughout your life, your bones are being broken down and renewed. In early years and childhood, the bones are hardened as calcium and protein is deposited into them, and most of the formation takes place as an adolescent.

Adult bone mass levels are reached at about 20-years-old and peak between 30-35. Bone density decreases as we get older after this, but many factors can change bone density at any stage of life.

Age, genetics, lifestyle, hormones, medications and medical conditions can all contribute to the development of osteoporosis.

Osteoporosis can develop in both men and women, but because women have smaller bones, and due to the effects of decreasing oestrogen levels during the menopause, there is an accelerated loss of bone density at this time.

Amenorrhoea, early menopause or surgical menopause increase the risk. Osteoporosis is more common in European and Asian New Zealand women.

In men, any condition that causes the decrease in testosterone can increase the risk of osteoporosis.

It is estimated that one-in-three women and one-infive men aged 50 and above will suffer a fracture due to osteoporosis.

Usually there are no tell-tale symptoms until a bone breaks. Lifestyle changes and, if required, appropriate medication prescribed by your GP can help prevent fracture and keep you enjoying a good quality of independent life.

Bone density scans are available locally at Medex Radiology on 14th Avenue in ‘The Doctors Tauranga’ building.

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Danni is the Bay’s top young grower Danni van der Heijden is only the second woman to be named Bay of Plenty Young Fruit Grower for 2018.

The 24-year-old avocado services manager, at Trevelyan's Pack and Coolhouse in Te Puke, won the trophy after competing against five other contestants in a day-long skills event at the Te Puke A&P Show on February 10 and presenting a speech before an audience of 400 at a gala dinner.

Last year Danni was a close runner-up to Erin Atkinson, who won the trophy and went on to win the national Young Grower title.

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back,” says Danni. “I'm especially glad to have won the avocado challenge that's my area, and I can't wait to get to the finals in August.

“There’s aren’t a lot of women that enter these events, so women winning two years in a row is great.”

Danni took five individual challenge awards, and impressed the judges with her speech on science and technology as disruptors to horticulture.

Aaron Wright came second place, while Hamish McKain was third.

Danni’s prize includes an all-expenses paid trip to Gisborne in August, to compete for the title of national Young Grower of the Year 2018, as well as $1500 cash.

Danni credits her success to her training, and says that her competitors put up a great fight.

“I'm feeling pretty good,” says Danni.

“We all did our best. It was a really tough competition, and I'm glad to have won.”

Chair of the Bay of Plenty Young Fruitgrower Upskilling Committee, Katy McGinity, says the quality of the contestants was exceptional.

“It’s great to see such a high calibre

Danni van der Heijden, the 2018 Bay of Plenty Young Fruit Grower, with Labour MP Kiri Allan at the award dinner in Tauranga. of competitors at the 2018 event,” says Katy. “I would like to offer my congratulations to all of the contestants who illustrated not only their own skills, but also the roles and development opportunities that are available in the

horticulture industry.”

CEO of New Zealand Kiwifruit Growers Incorporated, Nikki Johnston, says attracting young people into horticulture is vital to continue the industry's growth.

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Taking the top spot this year “Horticulture profits the Bay of Plenty region by approximately $1.8 billion per annum, and this is growing as the industry expands,” says Nikki.

“It is important to attract and retain employees by focusing on job opportunities though careers and education within the industry.

“Events such as the Bay of Plenty Young Fruitgrower competition illustrate this commitment to developing our young people and are an excellent chance to create awareness about the roles and development opportunities that are available.

“I congratulate all of the Young Fruitgrower competitors who have shown themselves to be upcoming stars of our booming industry.”

Horticulture New Zealand CE Mike Chapman agrees on the importance of youth engagement and recognition.

“The Young Grower competitions show that there are capable, ambitious young people entering the primary industries, and demonstrate to the country that horticulture is not only an option for their future, but an exciting and potentially very rewarding one.

“Today's competitors are a great example of young people who are passionate about the industry's future and their role in it.

“Danni and the other

contestants are exactly the kind of people the future of our industry will be based on - young and passionate. We want them thinking about careers in horticulture.”

Above: Young growers competed in a number of tasks to see who would take out the top prize.

Above: Last year’s winner Erin Atkinson with Bay of Plenty MP Todd Muller.

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Time for action Mounties Followers on Facebook were left in no doubt about the anger and frustration expressed by locals and visitors with their New Year experience at Mount Maunganui.

An iconic NZ event enjoyed by thousands over the years, dead, along with the famous happy, fun Mount holiday vibe.

Typical comments were: “council overkill”, “aged society, no fun allowed”, “the fun sponges have killed the place”, “not returning till the festival returns”, “boring Mount”, “so, so sad”, “police are happy, easy for them” and “Mount oldies like it quiet”.

There was wasted expense on security measures, road closures and fence barricades. Fireworks and

entertainment was for Tauranga and Papamoa, and there were more than 30 empty camp sites on New Year’s Day at the once famous Mount camp site.

Mount land was sold to build unsafe, slippery sea steps in the CBD. A water park was permitted in a high riptide zone that should be in Pilot Bay. Controls on what you can and can’t do galore.

Fellow Mounties, it is time for action. We have no voice at any council table as both of our ward councillors are die-hard Papamoa residents.

The by-election offers an opportunity for a local to put their hand up.

M O’Neill, Mount Maunganui.

Diabetes help available in WBOP Re: Rogers Rabbits (February 2) and Jim Bunny (February 16).

For BOP people living with diabetes (90 per cent being type two), the relationship between type two and obesity is not quite as simple as your column suggests. Not everyone who is obese will get type two diabetes, and not everyone who has type two is obese.

Historically, type two has been viewed as a disease of over-eating and underactivity, however there is much more to the disease.

As you have reminded us, weight is a sensitive issue; losing weight and keeping it off can be a herculean task that many find impossible to achieve.

You are quite right that there’s lots of evidence

to show that being a ‘healthy weight’ helps blood pressure, cholesterol and blood glucose as well as reducing the risk of developing other long-term health problems and that is where DESMOND is useful.

DESMOND is a one-day programme which considers some of the issues related to weight.

Whilst ‘hard talk, shaming and reminding’ might be useful to some, most of us respond to encouragement, resourcing and support.

Please tell your readers with type two diabetes about DESMOND in the hope that we can support them to reduce their risk, live longer and get to read more from RR. D Cunliffe, Diabetes Nurse Educator/Manager, Diabetes Help Tauranga (Abridged).

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Caught out in Te Puke Have any other Weekend Sun readers experienced this? You’re cruising into Te Puke from the Papamoa end at the legal speed limit and you come across two roundabouts as you are drawing close to Bunnings.

Although there is a ‘Give Way’ sign at each roundabout, because you barely have to turn the steering wheel to negotiate them it’s far too easy to just barrel on through as though they aren’t there.

Unless one is totally focussed, it’s far too easy to be oblivious to traffic approaching from your right.

Judging by the shards of glass and plastic I occasionally see swept up by the kerbside at the roundabouts, I suspect some drivers may have been caught out and not been so lucky to get away with it.

What do other readers think?

I Young, Papamoa Beach.

Rip-off power prices in NZ I don’t know what planet Graeme Peters (chief executive, Electricity Networks Association) is living on, but it’s not planet Earth.

His comment on TV1 news, that he thinks “New Zealanders are paying about the same price for electricity as they were in 2004” is a clear indication that he is not living where the rest of New Zealand lives.

Our power bill has gone up regularly since 2004, when we were paying about $70 a month for power in Auckland. When we left Auckland in 2010, our last bill was $95.

Last winter, in a smaller house in Tauranga, our highest bill was $600, which was for a cold month.

Our average summer bill this year is $250.

If Mr Peters can clearly explain to me how $70 and $600 or $250 can be the same, I would love to hear from him, or any other genius for that matter.

A Bourne, Bethlehem.

TECT proposal ‘right thing to do’ Establishing TECT as a charitable trust so that it can put 100 per cent of its wealth to work for the community is the right thing to do.

Local and central government won’t build us the local amenities we need or address the region’s deep social and environmental issues.

A strong, community-focused charitable trust can take a lead on these issues and draw in the commercial sector’s much greater assets to make a real difference for our children and grandchildren.

B Murphy, Whakamarama.

Chris Callinan would love to receive your treasured photos to share.

Please feel free to either bring them into us at No.1 The Strand or email a high resolution to: seeseerider52@gmail.com

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KNOW YOUR Local REAL ESTATE AGENT

A piece of the prime rural lifestyle In the market for a prime piece of rural living only a short drive from town?

Then it might pay to take a look at the latest property up for sale in Pyes Pa. Real estate agents Ross Brown and David Blumhardt, of EVES Lakes and EVES Bethlehem respectively, have teamed up to market a 4895 sqm lifestyle section on much-sought-after Joyce Road.

“It’s a flat piece of land, so it’s easy to develop,” says David. “You’ve only got to look at the surrounding properties to see they’re all good quality and relatively new homes.”

The site boasts great views,

particularly north-east towards Oropi, and its size gives a potential buyer plenty to work with.

“This property would appeal to anyone looking to build a quality home,” says Ross.

“It’s a bit city and a bit rural –

A view of the property on Joyce Road.

you’re still close to The Lakes and Pyes Pa shops, but you also have rural views from the site.

“It’s also a great opportunity for someone who wants some space or extra room for kids or animals, which you just can’t get in town.”

“There is strong demand for blocks like this, which is driven by their lack of availability,” adds David. “It’s a rare find in today’s market, that’s for sure.”

The property will go to auction on Thursday, April 5.

For more information, or to organise a tour of the property, call Ross on: 571 7588 or 021 288 9090 or David on: 579 3395 or 027 497 5544.

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CONTACT CHRIS A’COURT FOR A FREE APPRAISAL: P 07 548 2889 M 021 231 1218 E chris.acourt@tallpoppy.co.nz W tallpoppy.co.nz BULSARA T/A TALL POPPY LICENSED UNDER REAA 2008

Covering all the real estate bases As a real estate agent, Derek Roser provides many services to his clients from advisor, negotiator and councillor to property hunter.

However, Derek’s favourite role is being a travel agent.

“Helping people find a new home, so they can travel a new life journey, is the most pleasurable part of my job,” he says.

Recently, a young couple

who were first-home buyers worked with Derek. After some time, he found a property and helped secure finance for them. “We all cried at that auction when the hammer went down!”

Another client, now on their own, needed a different type of property for their journey. “Working with a small budget we found a place they could renovate and make their own. Their smile made the effort Derek Roser. worthwhile.”

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A weekend of folk and jazz Ready, steady, go! The second wave of festivals is underway.

courtesy of Caroline's husband, sax player Roger Manins, while the gypsy jazz element, or “Manouche” as it is By now I assume we're all thoroughly sick of popularly known, comes from Phillip cyclones, so bring on the music. Luckily there’s plenty Beatson on lead guitar, violinist James around - starting this weekend in fact. “le Prof”, Eamon E. Wells on bass and I wrote about the Aongatete Folk Festival last week, Steve Sherry, credited with playing “la but there's no harm in a quick reminder. Although pompe” - something that only really it technically starts Friday (February 23) with a local crops up in Gypsy jazz. blackboard concert, the main action is on Saturday.

You gotta love that name. I do You could shell out $25 for a Saturday pass and enjoy French musical terms. Is there see all the main headliners from 5pm onwards on a better word for a drum kit than the Saturday night, with Zarek Silberschmidt, Esther French “La Batterie” (and the Swift, the Raven Mavens, and Albi and the Wolves drummer is a “batteur”)? Here all featuring.

In case of lingering weather doubts, the organisers promise plenty of cover under the fig trees, and everything will go ahead come rain or shine. Paul Hoggard, whose orchard it is and who will be performing with My Pennyworth, is unconcerned: “I have plenty on my plate at the moment with stuff I can control,” he says, “so the weather is just whatever it is!”

And, although I'll be coming back to it next week, remember there’s another one-day festival the following week. Music at La Luna & The Gadjos. the Lettuce Inn, on Katikati's specifically, in Gypsy jazz, you have Sedgemoor Lane, will see nearly a dozen interesting a particular style of rhythm guitar, alternative bands play on Saturday (March 3). played using a distinct percussive It's sadly the only Lettuce Inn Festival planned for technique called “la pompe”, which this year, so get it while you can. essentially replaces the drums.

So there's classic Piaf and some classic Jazz at the Village swing (Puttin' on the Ritz, Swing Back to this weekend, and there's another outdoor Brother Swing) all in Manouche style bash - this time at the Historic Village, where the Jazz Society have paired with the good folk from The Incubator to present Auckland's La Luna and The Gadjos, a combination of classic French chanson, gypsy jazz and New Orleans stylings.

The French songs, likely from the inimitable Edith Piaf such as La Vie en Rose, L'Accordeoniste and others, come from La Luna - a woman of many names.

You might have seen her as Caroline Moon; in this incarnation she is Caro Manins. Whatever you call her, she's been around Kiwi jazz for quite a while and is a peerless singer, whether in French, English or other languages.

The New Orleans bit, and the new name, come

A unique venue for a unique day

with a lashing of New Orleans sax.

There must be worse ways to spend a Sunday afternoon.

Here are the details: Sunday, February 25, 3pm, at the Outdoor Amphitheatre of the Historic Village. Tickets are $20 from Eventfinda and children under12 are free. If it’s wet, things will move inside The Incubator.

A music directory

Also, since I'm on the subject of The Incubator Creative Hub - something I haven't covered nearly enough yet, but I will - they are collecting information for a planned Bay of Plenty Music Directory. The idea is not only to “showcase the richness and diversity of our music scene,” but to provide a practical resource that helps with connectivity, profile and opportunities for local musicians.

The Incubator are asking musicians to do a couple of things – namely to register and submit to the database, adding either a photo or logo of your band, and to spread the word. If you know musicians in this region, share this message.

That's all you need to do. If successful, this directory could be a resource that really benefits the local music scene.

To make a start head along to: www.theincubator.co.nz/database

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A night of fun to benefit our local youth An upcoming fundraiser is set to help build the potential of talented youth in Tauranga.

The fundraiser will see the Beatgirls perform on a night of fun and entertainment at the Tauranga Yacht and Power Boat Club on March 3.

Otumoetai Rotary youth committee director Carmen Goodwin says it’s all for a good cause.

“We want to support more young people in the community,” says Carmen, “so we’re raising money to be able to do that through our programs.”

As well as facilitating Rotary’s national youth programmes, she says the Otumoetai club also has their own through many local scholarships.

“We support scholarships in the local area including one at Otumoetai Intermediate School amongst others.”

The night features live and silent auctions with amazing prizes to be won. Doors open from 7pm and tickets cost $65.

Phone: 027 549 1690 to secure yours.

Event MC and ex-Rotary youth student, Brendon Weatherly with Carmen Goodwin

Get dolled up for vintage party Tauranga Citizens Club

If you’re a fan of vintage fashion, and are looking for an excuse to wear your prettiest frock or top hat and tails, then the Tauranga Historical Society’s Vintage Garden Party might just be your thing.

The party is taking place next Sunday, in the grounds of Brain Watkins House on the corner of Elizabeth Street and Cameron Road. Entry is only a gold coin donation, with attendees encouraged to dress up in their finest historical outfits.

Tauranga Historical Society committee member Brian Davies says it’s the society’s annual fundraiser, which will help keep Brain Watkins House in good condition.

“We’ve noticed some leaks from the recent rain, so

Brain Watkins House will be the site of the Tauranga Historical Society’s Vintage Garden Party in March. Photo: Nikki South. they’ll need to be fixed,” says Brian.

“The house can be quite expensive to run.”

There will be food stalls, afternoon tea and live music with band Back Porch, as well as guided tours of the 1880s home for just $4.

There will also be a prize for the best hat, so don’t be afraid to go bold!

The Vintage Garden Party is on at Brain Watkins House on Sunday, March 4, from 1.30-4pm.

Visit www.taurangahistorical.blogspot.co.nz for more information.

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Parenting your children to adulthood – start with the end in mind!

Founded by Yvonne Godfrey in 2009, the four day ‘Making it on my Own’ programme helps 16-24-year-olds transition into independent adults.

MIOMO covers independent living, communication, healthy relationships, goal achievement, money mastery and becoming work-ready.

“Independence is a team effort,” says award winning international speaker and author Yvonne Godfrey.

“For young adults to step up and take responsibility, parents need to equip their kids then step aside and let them have a go.

“Young people can always do more than their parents think.

“Unfortunately, too many parents are passively parenting – partly because they lack the confidence to lead, but also because they are working so hard in their jobs and businesses, they run out of energy to parent properly.”

Yvonne Godfrey will be speaking to parents of tweens, teens and young adults at Bethlehem College

on Elder lane on Thursday, March 1 from 7.30pm-9pm.

Her parenting wisdom comes from the MIOMO programme and her books ‘Parenting Yadults’ and ‘Making it on my Own’.

Money raised via the evening will go towards Bethlehem College students

participating in the Pacific Basin Music Festival in Hawaii.

Ticket prices are $25 for early bird or $30 for general admission and door sales.

For more information and to book go to: www.eventbrite.co.nz and search ‘Parenting Yadults’.

The Weekend Sun has four tickets to the Bethlehem College Parenting Yadults event for four lucky readers who can tell us what the money will go towards.

Enter online at: www.sunlive.co.nz under the competition section. Entries must be received by Tuesday, February 27.

Yvonne Godfrey.

The Jailhouse Frocks

The Weekend Sun has two double passes to the opening night of The Jailhouse Frocks on March 8 for two lucky readers who can tell us who the three unlikely women are.

Enter online at: www.sunlive.co.nz under the competition section. Entries must be received by Tuesday, February 27.

Shattering dimwitted Officer Dwayne’s tranquil evening at the Birchwood County Police Station is the arrests of three unlikely women - the mayor’s wife, the local mad catlady and a dangerous looking New Yorker.

Susi Jansen plays Elena Davidson.

The already chaotic situation descends into mayhem with the arrival of a New York gangster, disguised as an FBI agent, hell-bent on exacting revenge on his wife.

By the end of the night, the ladies have formed a gang, sung some songs, escaped from jail and locked the gangster up in their place, leaving Officer Dwayne wondering how on earth he’s managed to make the arrest of a lifetime.

The Jailhouse Frocks is live on stage at Detour Theatre from March 8-24. Tickets are available online at: www.iticket.co.nz over the phone on: 0508 iticket, and over the counter at Tauranga i-SITE.

GIGGUIDE & ENTERTAINMENT GREER’S GASTRO BAR Sun 25th SparX – Popular Covers Duo, guitar & vocals 5:30pm – 8:30pm

MOUNT SOCIAL CLUB Fri 23rd Regan Perry 6:30pm – 9:30pm followed by DJ Ayesha from 10pm Sat 24th Take Two 6:30pm – 9:30pm Sun 25th Gaby 5pm – 8pm Wed 28th Monthly Jazz Night from 7pm Thur 1st Open Mic Night – from 9:30pm

MT RSA Fri 23rd Tony Wellington 7pm – 10:30pm Sat 24th Helen Riley 7pm – 10:30pm Sun 25th Mt RSA Country Club 1:30pm – 3:30pm THE BARREL ROOM followed by Andy Bowman Sat 24th Tom Charleson – 4pm – 7pm from 9:30pm

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Saturday 24 February

At Zee Market This week we have loads

of new stalls joining us, come support them,169 Elizabeth Street Tauranga,10am2pm We look forward to sharing with you!

Balmoral Kilties Marching Team Welcome ladies to join our fabulous sport. Ages 30-60. No experience required. Ph Anita 07 578 8996 or 0210 257 6094 evenings Bay Networking Singles Club Social activities 55+. Dining, BBQs, outings.

Facebook on Bay networking Singles Social Group or Ph Mary-Anne 027 207 1690 or Jonathan 07 572 2091 Baypark Family Speedway Bay Champs. Tickets from ASB Baypark, at the gate or online www.bayparkspeedway.co.nz Be In To Win Kids Hunting Fishing Comp 16th-18th March. Ph Nathan 027 305 2328 or nathanxlb@gmail.com Come Dancing Tonight Tauranga Scottish Society Dance. Greerton Hall tonight 7:3010:30pm. All welcome. Ph Nola 576 5076 Essential Tremor Support Group Quarterly meeting at Evans Road Community Church, Evans Road, Papamoa, 10am.

Gold coin donation &/or small plate for morning tea.

Gate Pa Junior Tennis Saturdays: 9am 5-8 years, 10am 9-11 years. Thursdays: 4:30pm Intermediate & College ages.

Coaching included. Enquiries Graeme 0274 520 600 or web/facebook.

Katikati Bowling Club 8 Park Road.

12:45-3pm. Ph Phil Green 549 5344 Kevin Bloody Wilson Show Almost Awesome Tour R18 comedy show.Tonight at 8pm. Addison Theatre, Baycourt. More info at www.baycourt.co.nz KValley Adventure Race Fundraiser 3rd Mar 12:30-4pm Think scavenger hunt, mountain biking, map reading & puzzle solving, by bike! Rotary Tauranga Sunrise supporting Graham Dingle Foundation. https://www.eventspronto.co.nz/kvalley LOL Laughter Wellness Keep well on LAUGHTER - the best medicine ever.

11:00-11:45am Arataki Community Centre, Zambuk Way, Mt Maunganui.

Koha. Ph Trish 022 036 6768 Email lollaughterwellness@gmail.com Otumoetai Tennis Club Saturday adult tennis 1:30pm start. Bellevue Park. Windsor Road. New players welcome. Coaching available. Ph Fred 544 5088 Narcotics Anonymous Open meeting, 7:30-8:30pm, Hanmer Clinic (behind Super Liquor), 1235 Cameron Rd, Greerton Petanque Tga/BOP Club Club Mt Maunganui. Tuesdays & Saturdays 1pm start. All welcome. Try a new sport!

Equipment available, all coaching given. Ph Jo Ann 578 3606 Sport BOP Bike Month From group rides & bike maintenance to mountain biking, there’s something for everyone in our Bike Month calendars. Plus prizes to be won! www.sportbop.co.nz/bike-month Sunshine Sequence Dance Group Tea Dance Saturday, Mar 31. Baptist Church Hall, 13th Avenue. 5-9pm. $5pp. BYO food, plates, cutlery, non alcoholic drinks.

Jan 544 4379 Taumarunui High School 100 Year Reunion 2-4 March www.ths100reunion. com PO Box 216, Taumarunui 3946. i-Site 07 895 7494 See: websites; Fb, to reminisce & RSVP. Athletic Sports Centre, Turaki St; High School, Golf Rd.

Tauranga Friendship Social Club Walks, dinners & outings for the over 50s. Couples & singles all welcome. Barbara 544 7461 Te Puke Menz Shed Mondays, Wednesdays & Saturdays @ 9am 86B No. 3 Road Te Puke. New members welcome. Ph 573 8655 or 573 5971 The Sociables 30s/40s/50s age group of males & females that meet once a week to dine out or participate in activities & events. Ph 022 012 0376 Trust Power Photographic Exhibition

On The Strand. Open every day to the public until 25th March. Free entry.

Village Radio Museum Community Radio broadcasting nostalgic music & Community Notices seven days on 1368 KHz AM Band. Radio Museum open from 10am. Request line 571 3710 Vintage & Retro Sale The Rusty Mannequin women’s pre-loved clothing sale Vintage & Retro Sale. Well sign posted at The Historic Village, 17th Ave, Tauranga.

Cash only. 9am-12pm.

Well-Being For Women An opportunity for women of all ages to share life experiences. Today 12:30-3pm. Ph Ingrid for details 021 952 690

Sunday 25 February

Art on the Strand Art for Sale - weather

permitting. 9am-4pm. The Strand, Tauranga. Tauranga Society of Artists Inc Athenree Homestead & Refreshment Rooms in the old Athenree Station open 12-4pm. 360 Athenree Road, Athenree.

More info on website www.athenreehomestead.org.nz Bible Seminar 1:45pm Greerton Senior Citizen’s Hall, Maitland St, Greerton. Title: “Bible Basics-Abrahams Faith, lessons for us today” Interactive, Q&A. All welcome. Vic 543 0504 CD Social Group A discreet, safe environment for CDs to dress & socialise starting soon. Wives & partners welcome. Interested? Text only Dan 022 109 4188 Classic Car Show The Bay of Plenty’s finest classic cars will be on display at The Elms, 15 Mission Street Tauranga. 10am2:30pm. Music, food & fun.

Computer Club (Tga) Inc Meets at Arts & Crafts Centre, Elizabeth St. West, on last Sun of the month, 9:30am-12:30pm. More info Ph 571 4941 Croquet At Tauranga Domain, Cameron Rd, Sun, Tues, Fri, 12:45pm. Beginners welcome. Peter 571 0633 Corkers Toastmasters Promoting Communication & Leadership meets 3rd Sunday of month commencing 2pm Zone Cafe - upstairs 2/5B Owens Place Mount Maunganui. Inquiries Chrissy 027 296 7939 Czech School & Playgroup Czech & Slovak Club Tga 10am-12noon, Tauranga Boys College, Devonport Rd. Guests welcome! More info on www.csclubtauranga.nz/en/

Farmers Market - Mount Mainstreet

Held every Sunday 9-1pm rain or shine!

Right in the middle of Mount Mainstreet at Phoenix Car Park, Maunganui Rd. www. mountmainstreet.nz Historic Village Market Every 1st & 3rd Sunday monthly 8-12noon. Wet or fine.

Inquiries: hvm@lionsclubs.org.nz A Bethlehem Te Puna Lions Club Project.

Narcotics Anonymous Sun 7-8pm, Hanmer Clinic (behind Super Liquor),

1235 Cameron Rd, Greerton. If using drugs is causing you problems, maybe we can help. 0800 NA TODAY NZDA BOP Range Day NZDA BOP branch run public open days last Sunday each month at their 300m range in TECT All Terrain Park. 9am-3pm $20 bring firearms licence Oropi Sunday Market ‘Boutique’ market featuring local Chef, good variety of Arts/ Crafts showcasing talented artists & crafters, fresh produce & other goodies! Oropi Memorial Hall, 1295 Oropi Rd Otumoetai Hockey Club Club muster for current & new players Sunday 11th March 4-5:30pm at Blake Park Turf. Teams available for men & women. Ph Caroline 576 5178, 027 283 2153 Papamoa Country Music Club Come along this Sunday to enjoy the music & friendship. Gordon Spratt Reserve at 1pm. Ph Mike 0274 597 505 Papamoa Lions Club Market 2nd & 4th Sunday Gordon Spratt Reserve, Parton Rd, Papamoa. Gates open 7am for stall holder entry. Wayne 027 974 5699 Quakers in Tauranga In hall behind Brain Watkins House, cnr Elizabeth/Cameron Rd 10am for an hour of mainly silent worship followed by tea/coffee & talk 544 0448 www.quaker.org.nz Radio Controlled Model Yachts Sundays 1:30pm & Thursdays 5:30pm, in pond behind 24 Montego Drive Papamoa, sailing Electron Yachts for fun. Adult beginners welcome. Graham 572 5419

Monday 26 February

Achieve Toastmasters Promoting Com-

munication & Leadership 1st, 3rd & 5th Monday of month St Stephens Church Hall Brookfield, Tauranga 7:30pm-9.30pm.

Inquiries to Frank or Chrissy 027 296 7939 Alcoholics Anonymous Open meeting, 10am, Tauranga Central Baptist Church,corner 13th Ave & Cameron Rd. All welcome. Ph 0800 229 6757 Argentine Tango “The dance that makes you feel” *FREE Intro classes. *No partner required...(need more guys). Come challenge your senses. FB/”Tango in Tauranga”.

Denise 0204 006 1340 Bethlehem Indoor Bowls Meets in Bethlehem Hall Monday night. Names in by 7:15pm for a 7:30pm start. New members of all ages welcome. Ph John 027 654 1298 Body+Soul Fun Fitness For over 50s, occasional speakers, social events. Monday to Friday various venues. All classes 9:15am-10:15am Qualified Instructor.

Dianne 027 431 4326 or 576 5031 Breakfast Challenge 5 Day Healthy Breakfast Challenge. We’ll help you get healthy summer.

TXT Svetlana 027 616 2124 Chess in the Afternoon Mount Chess Club. Mondays 1-4pm Hillier Centre, 31 Gloucester Rd Mt Maunganui. $3. Sets, boards,clocks & refreshments provided.

Bob or Viv 575 5845 or 0274 786 282 Chess Mount Maunganui Mount RSA Chess Club every Mon, 544 Maunganui Rd. 6-7:30pm during school term. Late program 7:30pm onwards. Standard rules.

Incl casual games. Noel 579 5412

Dutch Friendly Support Network

Coffee morning (1st Monday of month) 10am-12noon. $3 Entry. Vintage Car Club Rooms, Cliff Road, Tauranga. Ph Bernadette 572 3968

Free Diabetes Support If you have type

one, type two or gestational diabetes ph 07 571 3422 for details of free clinics, programs & events to support your diabetes.

Hanna Somatic Movement Education

Gentle, safe, & easy restorative movement.

Mon & Thurs 5:30pm Tauranga Senior Citizens Hall. Tues & Thurs 9am Scout Hall Moa Park. 027 227 4161 Suds Individual Computer Help Need help to use your computer, iPad, phone or other device. Book at lesson at the library. Ph 577 7177 Indoor Bowling Greerton Senior Citizen 33 Maitland St Greerton Mondays & Thursdays 12:45-3:30pm. $15 pa & $3 per session, afternoon tea provided. Ample parking & Wheelchair access Junction Garden Group Junction, a service to support those experiencing mental health issues. Join us every Monday at Junction Office, 10:30-12:30pm.

Ph 543 3010 for details Katikati Bowling Club Welcomes New Members. Come along & learn how to play lawn bowls Coaching available. Mixed Roll-ups 9:15-midday. Phil 549 5344 Let’s Learn Wanting to learn something new? Check out the wide variety of classes, workshops & activities listed on www. letslearn.co.nz or Ph 544 9557. Become a lifelong learner today!

Meditation - Free Classes Mondays at 10am in Bellevue. Find Peace, Balance, Joy. End Stress, Stay Healthy. Ph David or Trisha on 570 1204 Mount RSA Indoor Bowls Mount RSA Indoor Bowls commence on Monday 26th February. All welcome names in by 6:30pm play starts at 7pm. Ph Diane 575 3480 Narcotics Anonymous Open Meeting, Mon 7-8pm, Hillier Centre. 31 Gloucester Rd, Mt Maunganui. If using drugs is causing you problems, maybe we can help: 0800 NA TODAY Omokoroa Beach Indoor Bowls Starts 5th March at Settler’s Hall, Omokoroa Road at 1pm for 1:30pm start. Wear smooth sole shoes/slippers. New & returning members welcome. Ph Anne 548 1636 Omokoroa Coffee & Chat 11am-12pm, Omokoroa Community Church, Hamurana Road. For those seeking support around Mental Health issues. Ph 543 3010

Recycled Teenagers Gentle Exercise

50s+ & illness/injury rehabilitation.

Monday & Wednesday at Tauranga Senior Citizens Club 14 Norris Street, Tuesdays St. Mary’s Church Hall. All 9am-10:30am.

Jennifer 571 1411 Silver Singers Choir Require soprano & tenor voices for their choir. Practices every Monday at St Stephens Chapel Brookfield Tce. Ph Pat 579 1036 Tauranga Bird Club Matua Hall, Levers Road. 7:30pm. Keen to learn about breeding & exhibiting birds? Sheryl 027 216 3568 Tauranga Civic Choir Practice Monday, 7:30pm, Wesley Church, 13th Ave, Tauranga. For more information please visit our website. www.taurangacivicchoir.org.nz Enquiries welcome. Heather 575 9092 Tauranga Creative Fibre From 9:30am 177 Elizabeth St. Learn & share spinning, weaving, knitting, crochet, felting.

Margaret 571 3483 Tauranga Rocknroll Club Lessons & social evening of dancing Mondays @ Legion of Frontiersman Hall, 165 Elizabeth Street. Inquiries ph Malcolm 027 592

7240, or www.taurangarocknrollclub.org.nz Tauranga Senior Citizens Club CARDS 500 & Bridge Mon & Thurs. INDOOR BOWLS Tue. Wed. Sat. 14 Norris St. (behind PaknSave) 12.45pm 1pm Entry $2.00 includes afternoon tea. New Members Welcome.

Yoga Mondays At Arataki Community Centre 9:15-10:30am. $10 per class. Breathe, move & release tension. Ph Mel 022 187 1295 *runs Feb 12-April 13th (no class Easter Monday)

Yoga With Nic -Bethlehem Classes are:

Mon & Thurs nights 7-8:10pm; Wed & Fri mornings 9:15am-10:25am; Tues afternoons 1:15pm-2:25pm. Stretch, lengthen, strengthen, reset. Contact Nic: 021 124 2598 www.sweetyoga.co.nz

Tuesday 27 February

Age Concern Driver Refresher Free Driver Refresher Workshop for Senior Drivers. Mt RSA 544 Maunganui Rd on Tuesday 6th Mar. Theory based (no actual driving). Register on 578 2631 Alcoholics Anonymous Open meeting, St Peters Anglican church, 11 Victoria Rd Mt Maunganui 7:30-8:30pm. All Welcome.

Ph 0800 229 6757 Beginner Social Dance Class Tuesday, 27 F 8pm, Tauranga Primary School Hall, 5th Ave or Thursday, 1 Mar, 7pm, Greerton Hall, 1247 Cameron Rd. Ph 544 2337 or 027 322 1786 BOP Linux Users Share and learn about the Linux computer operating system 1st Tuesday 7-9 pm L J Hooker, Cnr Cameron Rd, 8th Ave. Experts and beginners welcome. $2 Bureta Garden Circle Monthly meeting at St. John’s Church Hall, 94 Bureta Road, Otumoetai at 1:30pm. Visitors welcome.

Cards 500 Mount Senior Citizen, 345 Maunganui Rd, Tuesdays, Thursdays 12:45pm. Further info Garry 576 3033 Falun Dafa Free Classes In 2018 take your coping strategy to a new level with easy exercises & meditation. 7pm, Hillier Centre, 31 Gloucester Rd, Bayfair. Ph/text Judy 0210 425 398 Fitness League Fun exercise with weights, bands, floor work & dance. 9:30-10:30am St. Columba Church, 502 Otumoetai Rd, Cherrywood. Ph Gloria 021 139 2448 Friends of the Library Mount Maunganui Library Book Group meets at 10am.

Theme this month is Maori: history, author or fiction. Visitors & new members welcome. Ph Gail 574 3376 Inachord Women’s Chorus We welcome new members. Multi genre music. 3 weeks free trial. Bethlehem Community Church 183 Moffat Rd. Tuesdays 7-9pm. Ph Debbie 021 129 1126 Israeli Dancing 6:30-7:30pm for beginners. Gate Pa Primary School hall, Cameron Rd. All ages welcome, no partners required. Ph Maria, 544 1680 or 022 165 2114 Junction Coffee & Chat Junction, a service to support those experiencing mental health issues. Join us for every Tuesday at St James Church, Greerton, 10am-12pm.

Ph 543 3010 Learn To Play Bridge Beginners lessons start on March 6 at 7:15pm & finish at the end of June at Tauranga Bridge Club, 252 Ngatai Road. Lessons are $70.

Meet The Methodists A warmed heart, passionate for social justice, an open theology. St Stephens, 15 Brookfield Tce, 7pm,

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supper provided. Offered by Tauranga Moana Interfaith Council Morning Prayer Morning Prayer - Tuesday to Friday 8:30am-9am at 53 Te Okuroa Drive Papamoa. Ph Julie 0274 205 375 or visit: http://www. communityofstaidan.com/ Narcotics Anonymous Women’s Meeting, Tues 10:30-11:30am, Downstairs Hall (accessed from rear bottom car park), Salvation Army Recovery Church, 375 Cameron Rd. Ph 0800 NA TODAY Ocean Running Mount Maunganui 5k run & walk around Mauao base track. $6 entry Mount Ocean Sports Club from 5:15pm. Full details on Facebook or Phil 021 383 354. All welcome.

Omokoroa Beach Indoor Bowls Starting 6 Mar. Settler’s Hall, Omokoroa Rd at 7pm for 7:30pm start. Wear smooth sole shoes/slippers. New & returning members welcome. Ph Anne 548 1636 Oriana Singers Oriana Singers practice every Tuesday 7pm at St Andrews Church, Dee St, Mt Maunganui. Actively recruiting Tenors, Basses. Ph president Terry Fulljames, 021 0266 8684 Otumoetai Tennis Club Midweek adult tennis Tuesdays & Thursdays. 9am10:30am Bellevue Park, Windsor Road.

Beginners welcome. Coaching available.

Ph Pam 570 0302 Otumoetai Walking Group Meet at 9am at Kulim Park. Ph Jim 576 7339 Overeaters Anonymous Do you or family members/friends have a problem with over or under eating? Meet Tue & Fri Ph 544 1213 or 022 064 2186 Pilates Classes 11:15-12:15 at Arataki Community Centre. $12 per class.

Claudia 021 192 7706 Scrabble Tauranga Scrabble Club 8:50am 3 games $3 Tauranga Bridge Club Ngatai Rd. New players very welcome Ph 544 8372 Sequence Dancing Tauranga Social & Leisure Club, St John Anglican Church Hall, 94 Bureta Road Otumoeti. Tuesdays 7pm-9:30pm except 2nd Tuesday each month 3:30-6pm. Faye 543 3280 South City Indoor Bowls 7:30pm. Box Drawn Fours (Groucott/Ace Trophy) Tai Chi Otumoetai Sports Club Fergusson Park 1:30-2:30 $8 Suitable for beginners to advanced. Beautiful surroundings, friendly group, all welcome.

Taoist Tai Chi Tai Chi Classes Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday 1-2:30pm.

Come along to 15 Koromiko Street, Tauranga. Kay 021 668 468

Tauranga Acoustic Music Club Greerton RSA 7pm. Friendly get-together, all instruments, all levels of ability.

Come in & enjoy some live music. Grant 578 6448

Tauranga Astronomical Society Zero Degrees contd. The conquest & application of COLD, plus video- Andromeda & local galaxies. Telescope viewing weather dependent. Fergusson Park Observatory 7:30 Tauranga Patchwork & Quilters Every 1st & 3rd Tuesday at 7pm & 2nd & 4th Friday at 10am. At Tauranga Art & Craft Centre, 177 Elizabeth Street. Ph Helen 0274 177 581 Welcome Bay Lions Welcome Bay Lions meet every second & fourth Tuesday of the month at Greenwood Park. All welcome. Please Ph 544 8625 Yoga For All Welcome Bay Community Centre, 6:30-8pm. Traditional, relaxing Yoga class. Beginners welcome. $12 one or $90 nine classes. Bring a mat. Info: Bhajan 07 929 7484

Wednesday 28 February Age Concern Walking Group 10am at Carmichael Rd carpark (by duck pond)

Alpha @St Thomas More 7pm at 17 Gloucester Rd, Mt Maunganui. Food, talk, discussion, explore life, faith & meaning.

To register Ph Heidi 0274 719 642

Belly Dance Classes Teach your body

a new language, have fun, keep fit. Join Arabian Spice classes in Tauranga. Call or text 021 124 5982 arabianspicebd@ gmail.com look us up on Facebook

Bolivia Card Game Every Wednesday 1-4pm Lyceum Club, 8 Palmer Court Te Puke. Entry $3 includes refreshments.

Beginners welcome. Marie 573 9219

Bowls Indoor Mount Senior

Citizens, 345 Maunganui Rd, Wed & Fri 12:45pm. For info Ph Ernie & Nancy 575 4650 Cards Cribbage Do you play crib or would like to learn? Every Weds at Greerton RSA 1pm sharp. Michael Ph 562 0517 Club Mt Indoor Bowls Names in by 6:45 for 7pm start. Ph Val 543 4168

Community Bible Study

Join us @ City Church 252 Otumoetai Road 7–9pm Wednesday’s for a Bible Study on the “Book of Acts”. Ph Julie 552 4068 Community Tai Chi Bethlehem Hall 1pm. All welcome Tutor Trish 021 482 842 communitytaichinz@gmail.com Fernland Spa Water Exercise 10:4511:45am. Held rain or shine, not during school holidays. Qualified instructor & lifeguard. New participants Ph Jennifer 571 1411 Gate Pa Indoor Bowls Club night.

Rules & measuring instruction. 7:30pm.

Healing Rooms 1-3pm Come & experience God’s healing touch, whether physical, emotional, spiritual.

Above Graced Oppshop, cnr 11Ave, Christopher. No charge. Inquiries 021 110 0878 www.healingrooms.co.nz

Heart Foundation Walking Group

Join us for a walk on the first Wednesday of each month @ 10:15am followed by morning tea at the Heart Foundation RSVP Ph 575 4787

Junction Bi-Polar Support Group

6:30-7:30pm, Junction Office, 28 Carlisle Street, Greerton. Support around Bi-Polar Disorder. Ph 543 3010 Katikati Bowling Club 8 Park Road.

Mixed Roll-ups 12:45-3pm. Ph Phil Green 549 5344 Kiwi Toasters First, 3rd & 5th Wednesday of the month, 3 Palm Springs Boulevard Papamoa. 5:30pm-7pm.

Inquiries to Chrissy 027 296 7939 Meditation - Free Classes Wednesdays 7:30pm in Welcome Bay. Ph David or Trisha at 570 1204. Find Peace, Balance, Joy. End Stress & be in good health.

Mount Maunganui Lioness Club Meetings 1st & 3rd Wednesday of the month.

New members welcome. Meet new friends & enjoy community services & social activities Ph Christine 575 2144 Mount RSA Women’s Section Social Day held in Clubrooms starts at 1:30pm.

Entertainer is Rae Carton. Ladies requiring transport please ph RSA before Wednesday.

Narcotics Anonymous Working the Steps (closed meeting), Weds 7:309:00pm, Downstairs Hall (accessed from rear bottom car park), Salvation Army Recovery Church, 375 Cameron Rd. Ph 0800 NA TODAY Registered Nutritionist Meet Danelle Stevens at Bob Owens Retirement Village for information about diet in heart disease, diabetes and stroke. 10-12 noon. Diabetes Help Tauranga Sea of Faith, Tauranga Religions ignite divisions & conflicts across the globe. We delve into religions. Join our second Wednesday monthly discussions.

Enquiries Ph 576 1849 Singles Social Coffee Club 60+ Looking for something new to do or make new friends, this could be it. Gayle 027 439 3267 or 578 1878 E: mixandmingle@xtra.co.nz Steady As You Go Exercises at St Johns Church Hall Bureta, Weds 2-3pm EXCEPT 1st Weds each month. Improve balance and overall wellbeing. Contact Alison 576 4536 Tauranga Embroiderers Guild Meets EVERY Wednesday at the Tauranga Rowing Club, Devonport Road, Tauranga 10am-2:30pm 7pm-9:30pm.

Beginners very welcome. Ph Jenny Williams 07 562 3757

Tauranga MidWeek Tramping Group

Mt Eliza off-track to Owens Falls. Grade moderate, 5.5 hrs. Sheryl 574 3743

Toastmasters City Early Start

Improve communication leadership teamwork skills. Join a motivated & enthusiastic group. Classic Flyers Cafe 6:50-8:15am LaniDTM@gmail.com Text 021 044 5654 www.cityearlystart.co.nz

Tutus On Tour The Royal NZ Ballet.

Wed 4 Apr at 6:30pm Addison Theatre,

Baycourt. More info at www.baycourt. co.nz Unique Ukulele Group A group of players who meet to share their music at Tauranga RSA. 2nd & 4th Wed of the month at 1pm. Ph Loma 579 5109

Thursday 1 March

Adoptee Support Tauranga Support Group for Adoptees. We meet every 2nd Thursday at 6pm at the Arataki Community Centre. Ph Scott for details 027 565 6459

Age Concern Driver Refresher Free Driver Refresher Workshop for Senior Drivers. Papamoa Community Centre, 15 Gravatt Rd, on Thurs 22nd March Theory based (no actual driving).

Register on 578 2631 Bay City Rockers Social RocknRoll Dancing, Neon Moon, Rnr Waltz at Senior Citizens Hall, Norris St. 7-9:30pm $3 entry includes supper. Gavin 0276 436 222 or Steve 027 277 9569 Coffee & Chat Support Junction: Peer Support & Advocacy Coffee & Chat for people wanting support around mental illness &/or addictions. St James Church, Greerton, 10-12pm. Ph 543 3010 Community Bible Study Join us @ 14th Avenue Gospel Centre 10am–12pm every Thursday for Bible Study on the “Book of Acts ”. Ph Gay 021 2255 981 Craft Club Ladies, all crafts are welcome.

9am-2.30pm. For a friendly social day at Arataki Community Centre Bayfair.

Ph Jan 021 062 3660 Diabetes? Meet Desmond Diabetes ‘burn-out’? Meet DESMOND. Ph 07 5713422 & find out how meeting DESMOND might save your life.

Drop-in Meditation Classes Beginners welcome. Classes are self-contained-you can start on any date. Cost $15/class.

Greerton Library, 139 Greerton Rd. 7pm8:30pm www.meditateintauranga.org Embrace Dancing - WCS Every Thursday from 7pm @ QV Cafe (850 Cameron Road). Beginners welcome. No need for partner. $10 per night. Join us for a modern partner dance. Vero 021 191 1601 embrace.dancing@gmail.com Hanna Somatic Movement Education

Gentle, safe, & easy restorative movement. Monday & Thursdays 5:30pm Tauranga Senior Citizens Hall. Tuesday & Thursday 9am Scout Hall Moa Park.

027 227 4161 Suds Fitness League Exercise, movement & dance to help with posture & balance, 1st class complimentary. Thursdays, 10am, central Baptist Church 13th Ave. Ph Pam 549 4799 or 021 117 7170 Katikati Bowling Club 8 Park Rd Rummikub 1-4pm, $3 entry. Phil Green 549 5344 Katikati Toastmasters Promoting Communication & Leadership meets 1st 3rd & 5th Thursday of month at 7:30pm Katikati Community Resource Centre 45 Beach Road, Katikati. Inquiries to Chrissy 027 296 7939 Keynotes Inc. Keynotes 4 part harmony Women’s Chorus Meet Thursday 7 pm @ Wesley Church hall 13th Ave. Singing for fun & health. Ph Nora 544 2714 Mainly Music-Holy Trinity 9:30-10.

Corner Devonport Rd, 3rd Avenue. Music & dance for preschoolers & mums, Nans, Carers. $3 per family. Morning tea incl.

Meditation - Free Classes Thursdays 7:30pm Bellevue. Ph David or Trisha at 570 1204. Find Peace, Balance, Joy. End stress, enjoy good health.

Meet the Missioner Discuss any topic that is important to you. First 4 receive a FREE coffee 11-12pm at Gana Cafe Papamoa Julie 0274 205 375 http:// www.communityofstaidan.com/ Mount Papamoa Coffee Group Junction Coffee & Chat 1-2pm Papamoa MacDonalds. Come & meet others for support & friendship. For details call Junction 543 3010

Narcotics Anonymous Closed Men’s Meeting every Thurs, 7:30-8:30pm, Waipuna Park Hall, 25 Kaitemako Rd, Welcome Bay. If using drugs is causing you problems, call 0800 NA TODAY Papamoa Coffee & Chat Junction, a service to support those experiencing mental health issues. Join us for every Thursday at Papamoa McDonalds, 1pm-

2pm. Ph 543 3010 for details Papamoa 500 Card Club Every Thursday at 12:45pm. At Gordon Spratt Reserve. Ph Dave 575 5887 Pilates Classes 11am-12pm at Omokoroa Settlers’ Hall. $12 per class. Claudia 021 192 7706 Square Dance Fun New dancer class starting soon, details 578 6516 or 577 1100. See us on Facebook, enjoy music, movement, laughter.

Frontiersmens’ Hall, Elizabeth St West.

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Spiritual development, meditation psychic craft 7-9pm. Open group. Tutor Kevin Reed 25years experience. Ph 578 7205 email: kevinreednz@gmail.com Social Rock’n Roll Dancing Neon Moon, Rock’nRoll Waltz. 7-9:30pm at Senior Citizens Hall Norris St. Includes Supper. $3 entry.

Gavin 027 643 6222 or Steve 027 277 9569 Square Dancing Fun New dancer class starting soon, details 578 6516 or 577 1100. See us on Facebook, enjoy music, movement, laughter. Frontiersmens’ Hall, Elizabeth St West.

Sunshine Sequence Dance Group Learn dancing at a friendly club. Thursday, commencing Mar 1, Baptist Church Hall, 13th Avenue, 7pm-10pm. $2 entrance includes supper. Jan 544 4379 Table Tennis Tauranga Table Tennis Memorial Hall QEYC 1-3pm social grades, 3-5pm Junior club, 5-6:45pm junior squad training, 6:45-9 Club Night. Ph Paul Henderson 021 884 021 Tai Chi in the Park Memorial Park next to Mini Golf on 11th Ave. No charge. 9:30am Tauranga Creative Fibre Every second and fourth Thursday of the month from 7pm.

Learn and share spinning, weaving, knitting, crochet, felting. 177 Elizabeth St, Margaret 571 3483 Tauranga Model Railway Club Meets at 7:30pm in club rooms, corner Cross Rd & Mirrielees Rd, Sulphur Point. Ed 543 1108

Zonta Tauranga Womens Organisation

Warmly welcomes other like minded women, meet new friends championing the rights of women & girls in our community, get togethers, dinners/speakers, Suzy 021 266 5044

Friday 2 March

Age Concern Driver Refresher Free Driver Refresher Workshop for Senior Drivers. Greerton Senior Citz Hall, 33 Maitland St on Fri 9th. Theory based (no actual driving). Register on 578 2631

Alcoholics Anonymous Open meeting, 7:30pm, Tauranga Hanmer Clinic, 1235 Cameron Rd. (Behind Super Liquour) All welcome.

Ph 0800 229 6757 Alcoholics Anonymous Open meeting, 10am, Tauranga Central Baptist Church, corner 13th Ave & Cameron Rd. All welcome . Ph 0800 229 6757 Cards 500 Senior Citizens Te Puke every Friday 12:45-3pm. Lyceum Club, 8 Palmer Court Te Puke. New members welcome.

Brian 573 8465 Chess Tauranga Tauranga RSA Chess Club, Greerton 5-7pm, Casual & Standard length games. Standard Chess rules. Ph Werner 548 1111 http:/www.westernbopchess.weebly.com/ Comparative World Religions Tauranga Term 1 classes on the Western belief traditions on Fridays 6-8pm, 16 Feb-6 Apr. More info & registration at www.rdc.org.nz/classes Genealogy Support Group The Library support group meets on the 2nd Friday of the month either at Greerton or Tauranga Library.

Experts available to assist. Register 577 7177 Junction Board Games Junction, a service to support those experiencing mental health issues. Join us for every Friday at Junction Office, 12:30pm-2pm. Ph 543 3010 for details Kelvin Cruickshank Medium Fri 9 Mar at 7pm. R16. Addison Theatre, Baycourt. More info at www.baycourt.co.nz Narcotics Anonymous Open Meeting, Fri 7:30-8:30pm, Hillier Centre, 31 Gloucester Rd, Mt Maunganui. If using drugs is causing you problems, maybe we can help: 0800 NA TODAY Piloga Fridays At Arataki Community Centre 10:05-11:20am. Pilates, yoga & relaxation. Ph Mel 022 187 1295 or Claudia 021 192 7706 *runs Feb 16-April 13th Preschool Music @St. Georges

A half hour of fun, dance & movement to music, followed by morning tea. St. Georges Church lounge (1 Church Street) 9:30am Fridays termtime. Koha Singers Wanted Ladies Singing Group.

Meet at TePuke Lyceum Club. 10am.

Ph Bev 573 4943 Te Puke Toy Library New hours, new location & so much fun. Come along & check it out. Friday Playgroup & Lego Club Friday afternoon. See Facebook for details.

The Summer Snortler Comedy Show. Fri 2 Mar at 8pm. Addison Theatre, Baycourt.

More info at www.baycourt.co.nz Tots’ Time 10-11.30am, Grace Community Church, Bethlehem Hall. Ph Elaine 576 5135

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Accelerate in God’s purpose This is the theme we are running with this year. A year to accelerate in the purposes of God. Paul, in writing to the Roman church, tucks a little exhortation that is found in Romans 12:11 which says: “Not lagging behind in diligence, fervent in spirit, serving the Lord.”

In this one verse there is a lot of coverage in regards to our life.

The phrase “not lagging behind” brings the phrase to mind of a parent saying to a child “stop dragging your feet” or “get up to speed”.

As we are still in early days of 2108, this is what I felt was from the Lord, and exhortation to his people, to be up to speed with him, to be passionate about what he is up to, and to narrow our lives to serving his purposes more than our own.

This three-fold exhortation in Romans covers our attitudes, our hearts and our minds. We need God’s help to get up to speed with him, to be “white hot” in relationship to him, and to serve him and his purposes that he has set forth for us to walk in.

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God-given gift of creativity I am grateful for the gift of creativity. I am grateful for the privilege of being created; not, instead, that we are forced to be creative, or to create ourselves.

Think about it. If God (our Creator) were not real, were not alive, if this were all due to chance, we would be daily, weekly, and annually compelled

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to create ourselves. We would be enslaved by the endless task of creating.

Creativity would no-longer be a gift (or a privilege) that we can enjoy and find rest from such as God is recorded to have done in Genesis 2:2-3 (in the Bible).

Instead, as “un-created” beings, our gift, our privilege, would be reduced to a burden.

And yet, I see this a lot. In The New Age, the burden to “become”, to create our “identity” or “profile”, is an endless task of creating, of selfactualisation, from which we find very little rest - if we forget that God is real and that being creative is a gift.

On the other hand, even just for one day a week, if we were to remember that we have already been made, we are already loved and appreciated as we are, and that the burden of creating ourselves, of finding purpose and meaning, and of projecting our image, is not actually ours, but our Creator’s (in whose image we have already been made), we may then be able to find some freedom, some rest and some joy.

Pastor Andrew Maude from The Upper Room Tauranga Central Baptist Church

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The first Little Bears Market was held in the Bethlehem Hall, featuring toys and clothing suitable for young children and babies. The market is planned to be held monthly.

Roger Pooley with a large panda.

TREE, SHRUB and hedges trimming, topping, rubbish, palm pruning or removal, satisfaction guaranteed free quote. Ph Steve Hockly 571 5958 or 027 498 1857

travel & tours ”A A A” (Tour 1 – See the South Island Tour At Its Best + Main Highlights). - (Tour 2 - Lake Waikaremoana + Mahia), (Tour 3 - North Island Train Trip & Te Papa Museum…. always wanted to do it) (Tour 4 - Old Motu Road Trip + Te Kaha Tour), (Tour 5 - Mrs. Brown’s Boys Show LIVE Auckland).

Plus much much more…..

Door to Door service. Phone HINTERLAND TOURS TEAM: 07 575-8118.

NO 8 TOURS NEW ZEALAND’S SENIOR TRAVEL CLUB – Join our Club today for Free to receive all our VIP Members Benefits exclusive to No 8 Tours. (1) April 10th 5 days; Wairarapa Rail, Historic Homes & Luxury Lodges.

(2) April 16th 5 days; Molesworth & Rainbow Stations & Hanmer Springs. (3) April 24th 4 days; Wallingford Homestead stay, Akitio & Cape Turnagain Station Homes. Free Door to Door service, Day Trips, Shows & Free beautiful colour catalogue: Ph. No 8 Tours team on 579 3981 or Email info@no8tours.co.nz

Michaela Foster and Nathalie Foster.

Jenna Meredith, Sam Stothart, and Elisabeth McCoy.

Statues of the Hindu pantheon of gods and goddesses have been installed during a three day ceremony at Tauranga’s first Hindu temple at Whiore Avenue.

Daksha Mistry.

venues FOR WEDDINGS, FUNCTIONS OR MEETINGS+ check out No.1 The Strand, a beautiful historic setting. Email: bookings@no1thestrand.co.nz or www.no1thestrand.co.nz WEDDINGS, PARTIES, MEETINGS etc - The perfect venue. With stunning Harbour views, fully licensed bar & kitchen onsite. Restaurant open every Friday from 5pm & Sunday from 4.30pm, kids under 12 years dine free with every paying adult. Tauranga Fish & Dive Club, 60 Cross Rd, Sulphur Point. Ph 571 8450

wanted MATURE WOMAN, good housewife skills, reliable, houseproud, to help with general tasks. Thoroughness essential. 2 hours each fortnight. Judea area.

Ph 579 5187 SMALL STORAGE & workshop space wanted in western Tauranga area, Fraser Cove.

Ph 021 0267 2847

Sarita Attri, Chahat Kumar age 1.

President Dharm Pal and Vice President Daryodhan Lal.

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PROTECT OUR PARADISE BENEFIT CONCERT Hosted by Brutus Powers

SATURDAY MARCH 24 TH OUR PLACE TAURANGA

LIVE MUSIC DILLASTRATE DJ MUFASA SOMETHING LIKE THAT ASH LAFORTEZA KAM KAFAI

Gold Coin Donation Entry “A Concert for Local Conservation Initiatives, ‘Destraw or Destroy’ Campaign and in celebration of Earth Hour.”

Visit envirohub.org.nz/sustainablebackyards @therisingtidebrewhouse