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3 August 2018, Issue 919

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It would have been worth a price for admission. It’s ‘the arrival’, or ‘the ride’ – a live spectacle on the main street of Te Puke on one very special night of the year. It’s big enough to close off a block of Jellicoe Street; it’s big enough to

entice several hundred locals off their couches, away from their TVs and out into the cool of a Saturday evening. The event is the Te Puke High School seniors’ ball – not the dancing and music pumping from the Te Puke War Memorial Hall,

but the young couples in all their ﬁnery arriving for a red carpet welcome, and how they arrive. The arrival’, ‘the ride’ – the prelude to the Te Puke High school ball is on pages 4-5. Skating in style p˙˜

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I dropped the television remote control in my bowl of soup. My lovely wife had just been in the kitchen grilling, I mean asking, in a concerned and constructive way, if I had a column ready for page 2 this week. Simultaneously and at the same time, that annoying prat came on Seven Sharp, just as the dog jumped on the couch. There was a bit of arm flailing, several yelps, and some choice words. The TV remote did a neat somersault with half pike and back flip, and landed button-sidedown in the bowl of soup. Apparently the three second rule, which dictates food falling on the floor is okay as long as it is picked up within the designated time frame, does not apply to electrical devices plunged into liquid foodstuffs. Particularly if they have been immersed in soup. They do not float, and they do not work. They do not enhance the soup flavour or consistency. Nor does the soup contribute anything to the proper functions of the remote. Changing channels is spasmodic; altering the volume is not remotely possible. Netflix is completely off the menu. The remote is toast. We often don’t appreciate how reliant we have become on these fandangled gizmos, until they’re gone. Or submerged briefly. Back in the old days, we had to get up off the couch and push buttons on the television to change the channel (there were only two) or change the volume.

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It’s easy to forget how technology has changed our lives. It’s scary to think how much change is yet to come, of technology we haven’t even imagined yet… flying cars, glow in the dark yoyos, self-slicing beans. Blowflies modified with lemming genes that take their own lives. Birth control for politicians. And an idea Tauranga City Council is yet to discover – streets open to traffic. The possibilities are endless. It’s just a shame no bright spark geek has yet thought of developing a floating, soupproof remote control. Come on you nerds, get your act together. Anyway, the situation quickly became

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intolerable. Jeremy Wells just watched on with that smarmy grin and the dog licked incessantly at the shred of carrot on the menu button. So, I decided to write a letter to Noel Leeming to discuss the situation. “Dear Noel. How are you? I’m so sorry to hear about all your family throwing themselves off the cliff into the sea.” Then I realised, that was the Lemming family, not the Leemings. After that, I lost the thread and gave up the letter idea. I thought, there must be a better way. So, I decided to phone him. “Hello, is Noel in today please?” Apparently not, maybe he’s playing golf? Hope he stays well away from the sea cliffs on the sixteenth. “I’m sure you can help me. “I’ve dropped my TV remote in my soup.”

seem to appreciate the effort that goes into home cooking.) “So, it doesn’t work then, huh?” “Well, sadly enough, no. After I took the batteries out and gave it a good shake I tried to dry it out. My wife suggested I put it in the air fryer. I didn’t think that was a good idea, as it might taint the kumara. I already have remote-ﬂavoured soup, not sure that I want remote-tainted wedges.” The Nice Person explained that they can replace it for $60. “That’s quite a lot for a bowl of soup. “Although it is great soup I’m not sure I’d pay that.” “No, we can replace the remote.” “Roger. So, I guess LG doesn’t stand for Liquid Guarantee, then?”

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The Nice Person at the call centre asked: “What sort is it?” I replied, “Vegetable.” I then added, “It’s a special recipe soup my wife makes. With pumpkin, potato, onion, garlic, kale, courgette, chicken, carrot, homemade stock, parsnip etc. I usually add just a little bit of salt and a touch of pepper and as a special treat tonight I decided to add a splash of remote control.” “No,” said the Nice Person. “I meant, what sort of remote control is it?” “It’s an LG,” I replied. “Does it still work?” “No, that’s the problem. I took the batteries out because it was ﬁzzing and had a strange smell.” She asked, what did it smell like. I said, “It has a distinct hint of pumpkin, potato, onion, garlic, kale, courgette, chicken, carrot, homemade stock, parsnip etc …” “I see,” said the Nice Person, trying to sound sincere and caring but not very convincing. (Young People today just don’t

It is surprising that TV remotes aren’t submersible. Mr Leeming sells other appliances that are, such as stick blenders. They go quite well in liquid, particularly soup made with pumpkin, potato, onion, garlic, kale, courgette, chicken, carrot, homemade stock, parsnip etc …” Their toasters however, do not work well as bath water heaters. I’ve seen that in the movies and it never ends well. Do Not Try This At Home. Nor do toasters work very well at drying out things, such as money, after your wallet has been dropped off the boat. I wanted to explain the stick blender example to Nice Person but ﬁgured the young lady had endured enough. “Thanks so much. We’ll be in tomorrow with cash. It’s a bit crisp around the edges.” And just a congratulations for you sharp readers out there. Yes, you’re right. The glow in the dark yoyo has already been invented. About the same time that NZ got a second TV channel. Shame it wasn’t colour. The yoyo would have screened so much better. Until next week, take care out there. Keep your remote safe and your dinners true to recipe. See you in the soup! brian@thesun.co.nz

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Affected homeowners during Wednesday morning’s meeting. Photo: Sam Gardner.

Home owners say they’ll sue council Nineteen of the homeowners affected by the Bella Vista debacle will are seeking legal action against Tauranga City Council. The announcement comes after two families have already said they were going to sue the council. The homeowners met outside the affected properties in The Lakes near Tauriko on Wednesday. They were joined by members of the public and media outlets as they made the announcement. Tauranga City Council mayor Greg Brownless and other elected council members were also invited to the meeting, but homeowners say they declined the invitation. During the meeting, homeowners said they "are exhausted and hoped it wouldn't come to this". "It's a decision that hasn't been made lightly." Nathan Smith has been appointed as the lawyer as homeowners proceed with the legal action. The news comes amid council's plans to prosecute the developer involved in the Bella Vista debacle. Tauranga City Council chief executive Garry Poole says council has made an offer to purchase the properties at Lakes Boulevard/Aneta Way. He says legal proceedings have also started against the developer. The whole Bella Vista saga began when 21 houses in the Tauranga development were deemed to be dangerous and were evacuated in March. Since then it's been revealed the houses, some

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Kaimai Wind Farm Limited has lodged resource consent applications for a proposed wind farm at the northern end of the Kaimai Ranges. The applications cover 1304 hectares bordering Rotokohu Road, Paeroa, and SH26 Tirohia. The resource consent applications to the Hauraki District Council are for the proposed construction of 24 large scale wind turbines. Seven of the proposed turbines would be 180 metres high (to blade tip standing upright) and 17 of them would be 207 metres high. Other proposed structures include a substation, two lattice transmission towers, two overhead power lines, 18.9km of on-site roading, and two on-site quarries to supply material for the roads.

International cricket summer

Bay Oval’s status as one of New Zealand Cricket’s international venues of choice has been reinforced with the allocation of ﬁve major matches for the coming season. The ground will host Kane Williamson and his Black Caps for four one day internationals, two each against Sri Lanka and India, and Suzie Bates’ White Ferns will also be in town to take on the Indian Women’s team. Sri Lanka will play the ﬁrst two of their three match ODI series against the Black Caps at Bay Oval in the peak New Year holiday period on January 3 and 5.

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Technical issues at a substation are being blamed for the cause of a large-scale power outage in Tauranga on Tuesday. About 930 properties in the Tauranga Central Business District were left in the dark following a brief power outage around 8am. Powerco network operations manager Phil Marsh says the power cut was caused by a technical issue at its Hamilton St substation. “We were able to restore supply within ﬁve minutes and investigations are continuing in to the cause of the fault.

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HEIHEI is New Zealand’s first media hub for children aged five to nine. It has been launched with the intention for it to be a safe place for them to access local and international content via the internet. Tauranga City Councillor Leanne Brown says she liked that they consulted and engaged with their audience, the children, to get the right content and approach. “I love the idea of a safe online space for youth, and for the parents too. “They need to be confident with what their children are viewing online.”

It’s Saturday night in main street Te Puke and The Capitol looks like a Christmas tree – the cinema’s banks of lights are blinking, twinkling, ﬂashing, and ﬂickering, beckoning punters to the latest on screen offerings. But by far the biggest and best show in town, at least tonight, is happening right across the road. It’s the Academy Awards – the themed Te Puke High School senior ball. It’s half an hour before show time and already the techno dance music’s pumping, the crowd outside the War Memorial Hall is jittery, and the energy is high. “This is Te Puke,” says a bloke in the crowd. “This is how we roll.” Then the

biggest, meanest, blackest V8 slides up to the red carpet into the War Memorial Hall – the engine gurgling and grunting. Two of Te Puke High’s finest emerge and start working the cameras – they are in character and in the moment. The crowd of about a thousand goes off – screaming, yelling, and clapping. It’s the show before the main show. And it would be worth a paid ticket. “It’s all about the ride, all about the arrival, how you get to the ball,” explains Rachel Caldwell – the teacher in charge who’s been working all year to make this special event happen. “It’s not necessarily the flashest car – we have had fire engines, shopping trollies, and someone even abseiled into the ball.” It’s a designated ‘special event’ because that’s what the traffic sign at the entrance

to Jellicoe Street says. The main street of the town is closed off so some enterprising, elegant, and sophisticated kids on the brink of adulthood can show off their rides, strut their stuff up the red carpet, and then dance the night away. And a sizeable chunk of an appreciative and proud Te Puke has climbed off the couch to come see ‘the rides’ and ‘the arrivals’. Where else does this happen? “Te Puke mate, this is who we are,” says that bloke. “We care.” A couple of young dudes, as slick and cool as Barkers mannequins, arrive on the back of two throaty motorbikes – no helmets, so hair unmussed. There’s a spontaneous burnout, and the crowd goes up again. And when the smoke clears, a vintage

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American taxi sidles up, and two traditional and elegant belles alight – the girls are glistening and iridescent in their sequined gowns and faux fur stoles and they set off a chorus of ‘Oooh, aren’t they beautiful’ from the crowd. Style has endured and is good. Then there was one of those moments. A kid in a very chic but skimpiest of dresses has a shoe malfunction. What to do? How do you tie a lace in a less than mini mini skirt, on the red carpet, and retain your dignity? Principal Alan Liddle and his board of governors are at the top of the red carpet to deliver handshakes and hugs. “This is a treasured night for the town. “The school is seen by this town as their school and that’s fantastic.” The cavalcade of ‘rides’, of ‘arrivals’ stretches a few hundred metres down the road… there’s the three big guys in the tiny Honda, there was the tiny lass in her father’s big borrowed logging truck, or was it a container truck? There are enough trucks for a convoy. There were the two couples at a barbecue table on a trailer being drawn by a tractor. There were cool cars, hot cars, borrowed cars, blue cars. The Weekend Sun had been promised a spectacle. The kids of Te Puke High delivered, and at the same time gave a warm insight into how a caring community ticks. “It’s a time for them to shine,” said a very young but profound Nevaya who’d come to see her cousin. Shine like the lights on the Capitol across the road. Or shine like the huge moon that rose over Te Puke Saturday night and ordered away the rain clouds. Did the ball committee organise that

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too? “My cousin will look beautiful,” says Nevaya. “And I absolutely want to do this one day.” Nevaya is bound for Te Puke High and, one day, will shine. Robyn Rickard works in the ofﬁce at Te Puke High. “I see these kids every day in their uniforms and suddenly there’s this spectacular transformation. “Kids one day, sophisticated young ladies and gentlemen the next. So, so proud.” As is the rest of Te Puke. Sure, there are the mums and dads and relatives of kids attending the ball who pack Jellicoe Street, but there were also many who went for the spectacle. One woman in the crowd discovered another reason for moving from Papamoa to Te Puke. “There’s something special happening here. “The way the town turns out is fantastic. Says something about the community I have moved to.” And the fallen soldiers whose names are etched at the entrance to the Memorial Hall in Te Puke, would be very, very proud that their ultimate sacriﬁce enabled these young men and women to celebrate their rite of passage on Saturday night – and the 1,000 or so Te Puke people who turned to celebrate with them. The Te Puke High senior ball ‘arrival’ – book it in for next year.

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“It’s so nice for us to be able to have an event like this in our community and not just in bigger cities like Auckland. “Next year if the competition grows any bigger we will have to look at doing a two-day competition.” This year’s Battle in the Bay will see more than 700 athletes attend, many performing at high qualifying levels, showing off a range of elaborate jumps, tumbles, and stunts. “There’s some really amazing teams this year, including a team that went to the worlds and represented New Zealand in Florida and were placed. There’s also a lot more boys in the teams, which in the past hasn’t really happened, so it’s nice to see them coming through into the sport.” Battle in the Bay will be held on August 4 from 8am-7.15pm at the ASB Arena on 81 Truman Lane. Tickets cost $10 for adults, $5 for children ﬁve -years-old and up, and free for children under ﬁve years. Sharnae Hope

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Together we’re building a better city 2018 is one of the most transformational years our city has seen since the opening of the harbour bridge 30 years ago. It’s an exciting time to live here and be a part of it. For years, Tauranga’s CBD has reﬂected that of the small provincial centre it once was; second in the Bay of Plenty region to Rotorua – but no longer. The $100m Farmers redevelopment, with mall and twin apartment towers, is about to begin. Our city’s $40m university will open next year, by which time demolition of the 40-year-old Westpac/Trust Bank/Bay Savings Bank tower will be underway, to be replaced by a taller, $50m commercial and apartment building. Council’s adding 550 carparks in our new parking building underway on Harrington St; a new civic building and library are planned to start in the

near future too. There are two boutique hotels under construction and more office space on The Strand. In five years’ time the city will look and feel very different. There will be more young people, more people working in offices, more buses and improvements to our waterfront – which are likely to include a rebuilt Coronation Pier (if I get my way) and perhaps even a coastal walkway between The Strand and Memorial Park. That’s why it’s crucial we invest more in our transport links now. Over the next 12 months you can expect to see a greater focus from councillors and our new CEO on transport.

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When disposal should be the last resort Five community organisations have been given $40,000 in grants to reduce the amount of waste sent to landﬁll. They include a Good Neighbour project undertaking ‘food rescue’ and getting it to those in need. Also Maungaarangi Kindergarten and Whanau Centre education workshops to reduce single-use plastic, a chicken coop for Papamoa Playcentre to divert organic waste from landﬁll, innovative event waste stations delivered by

Zac Mckay is off to the UK with the hopes of becoming a police ofﬁcer.

Cop kid heading to UK Sixteen-year-old Zac Mckay is embarking on an overseas opportunity to the UK. The Aquinas College student is departing on August 3 for the 2018 International Youth Gathering held by the International Police Associations. Starting in 2000, this is the 18th annual event for the children and grandchildren of police officers. Attendees must be no younger than 16 and no older than 18. The IYG moves locations every year, and has previously been held in New Zealand. For Zac the opportunity arose when his father, who has been a police officer for 25 years, received an email about the trip. With the help of his teachers and parents, he sent off a CV styled application in December 2017. In February he found out that, alongside a girl from Wellington, they would be representing New Zealand at this year’s gathering. They are just two out of 45 participants attending. “I wanted to apply for this because it’s a ‘once in a lifetime’ opportunity. I also wanted to apply because from a young age I have wanted to follow in Dad’s footsteps and become a police officer.” Zac hopes to make lifelong friends and connections at the IYG. “I would love to go and visit some of the other participants after the gathering. I would also love to host them here and show them around this beautiful country that we

live in, particularly the Bay of Plenty.” He has already had contact with other attending youth from Denmark, Ukraine, Germany, Latvia, Austria, Spain, France, and Canada. “I’m sure once I get to the gathering I will meet more youth from many other corners of the world.” The IYG is spread over two weeks. During this time Zac and the other participants will be doing various activities, including: visiting Trent Bridge Cricket ground; visiting the UK IPA HQ; touring local police stations; visiting the National Justice Museum in Nottingham; and doing a range of practical police-based activities such as CSI, first aid, gun ranges, bush craft/survival skills, and having various presentations, such as one on gangs. Zac had to fundraise for the trip. “Anyone who has travelled to the UK knows that the flights alone cost a lot. Region Two of the NZ IPA have very kindly contributed towards my trip. “I have also done lots of little jobs to raise money, such as house sitting, lawn mowing, gardening, painting, and dog running.” Zac feels that being a part of this will help his chances of becoming a police officer in the future. “The trip will put me in situations that will useful for the police force. And if that doesn’t work out, or I have a change of mind, I think this experience will appeal to future employers. It will show I can be put into situations where I don’t know anyone and can befriend them.” Caitlin Houghton

Skaters, tie your laces and get ready to roll The exciting full contact sport of roller derby will be on display at the Queen Elizabeth Youth Centre in Tauranga this weekend for the Moana Roller Derby’s War of the Wheels tournament. The local club’s Paua Rangers will be pitted against all-female squads from the Otautahi Roller Derby League, Timaru Roller

Derby, Taranaki Roller Corps, Dead End Derby Christchurch Rollergirls Living Dead Rollers, and the Whenua Fatales Roller Derby League. Roller derby is one of the fastest growing sports in the world, pitting two teams of ﬁve players on track at a time; four blockers and one jammer. Jammers try

to score points by overlapping opposing players and blockers try to stop them from doing so. The action gets under way at 9.30am on Saturday, August 4 and again from 8am on Sunday, August 5. Weekend pass $20, day pass $15, entry after 5pm Saturday and 1pm Sunday $10. Door sales only.

Waste Wizards and a scheme by Why Waste leasing worm farms to households and businesses. Tauranga City Councillor Steve Morris says the funded projects showed how small changes could make a big difference to the amount of waste Tauranga produces. “The idea is to ﬁnd new ways to help reduce waste, and inspire and encourage others to recognise that disposal should only be a last resort.”

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NZ Bakels Supreme Pie Awards winner Patrick Lam of Patrick’s Pies Cafe and Bakery Tauranga with his wife Lay Phan Ho.

The first stage of Tauranga’s $11.4m Marine Precinct celebrated its official opening this week. The site is a purpose-built marine servicing facility for boat building and refit businesses and building began nearly two years ago. It has been funded by a $5m contribution from its funding partner Bay of Plenty Regional Council, through the Regional Infrastructure Fund, along with a $6.4m contribution

by Tauranga City Council, which will be partially offset by the sale of properties on and near the site. Characterising the ﬁrst stage of the project is a 350-tonne capacity travel lift dock; New Zealand’s largest vessel hoist. Public tours of the ﬁrst stage of the precinct will be held August 6, 7, 9 and 10 during a lunch time and afternoon session. The tours each have 30 spaces and are limited to people aged 15 years and older.

King of the pie There’s heavy debate on whether the classic savoury treat should be consumed with a dollop of tomato sauce or just by itself, but there’s no question who is New Zealand’s pie making king. Tauranga pie maker Patrick Lam is carving his way through the pie world by creating award winning pies that you want to savour with every bite. On Tuesday night Patrick, from Patrick’s Pies Café and bakery, won his sixth Bakels New Zealand Supreme Pie Award with a Roast Pork and Creamy Mushroom pie in the Gourmet Meat category. “It’s been amazing and exciting to win, we didn’t think we would win again, so it was a very big surprise to win another Supreme,” says Patrick. “Every year we try to work harder at improving our pastry and our ﬁlling, so there is a balance of ﬂavours.” He says last year they missed out on the supreme

award, so they were determined to do even better this year. “We choose the Roast Pork and Creamy Mushroom pie because it won quite a few awards, so we wanted to take the same ingredients and make it even better.” Patrick won a cheque for $7,500 and the coveted New Zealand Bakels Supreme Award Trophy, as well as $1000 for each of the three Gold Awards he has won. The award was announced in Auckland on July 31 at a 1950s themed gala dinner attended by bakers from all over New Zealand keen to ﬁnd out who among them would win the top accolade. NZ Bakels managing director Brent Kersel says: “This really is pie-making history – it’s a huge achievement. “In the 22 years of The Bakels New Zealand Pie Awards, Patrick has won the most Supreme Awards and he deserves every single one of them. “He has come back year after year and he just keeps Sharnae Hope on getting better and better.”

Putting a foot down on predatory lending We recently had ofﬁcials review the Credit Contracts and Consumer Finance Act, the legislation that regulates lending and borrowing. Sadly, it conﬁrmed what I have been hearing. Predatory lending and unethical practices in debt collection and mobile shopping and truck shops is still happening routinely across New Zealand, including here in Tauranga. I am pleased, however, that our Coalition Government has been clear that it will not tolerate this. The cycle of poverty it supports, and the debt spirals that are created, cannot continue if we want all New Zealanders to thrive. The review found high-cost lender rates ranging from 100-400 per cent and up to 800 per cent interest for a short-term (under six week) loan. People are being given loans they clearly cannot

afford to repay – one example is a lender accepting a budgeted amount of $50 a week to feed a family with four children. Simply, people are being provided loans they are not going to be able to pay back, and are drawn into situations where the cost of the resulting debts is many times the original due to interest rates and penalty charges. We must act to ensure this stops. Options we are considering include interest rate caps, stricter requirements for lenders, strengthening enforcement and penalties, and tightening the rules around advertising, affordability, and fees. You can let us know your views on borrowing and lending by making a submission via MBIE’s website: www.mbie.govt.nz/info-services/consumerprotection/review-of-consumer-credit-law/ consultation

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Give your opinion on timebands The Broadcasting Standards Authority wants to hear from you. New Zealanders are being urged to have their say about whether changes should be made to free-to-air television timebands and classiﬁcation labels that have been used for decades to protect free-to-air television viewers from unsuitable content. The BSA is considering whether changes should be made to the timebands (which restrict when certain

programmes can be broadcast on free-to-air television), and free-to-air television classiﬁcation labels (which guide audiences about the nature and suitability of certain programmes). Feedback and submissions can be made by email to info@bsa.govt.nz or by mail to: Broadcasting Standards Authority, PO Box 9213, Wellington 6141. Submissions close on August 31. For more information visit: www.bsa.govt.nz

Taking bogland adventure to new depths Deep in it - the four ‘dads’ are Paul Ashby, Dan Goodwin, Rodger McBrydie and Rob Bathgate, with their kids. Photo: Jamie Troughton/DScribe Media.

Rodger McBrydie and Dan Goodwin are experts in their ﬁeld – as long as the ﬁeld is a bog with barely a blade of grass. What Goodwin doesn’t know about mud, after years playing club rugby for Te Puke and blindside for Bay of Plenty, isn’t worth knowing. McBrydie, meanwhile, has comfortably lost count of the number of runs he’s organised in his long-serving role as a PE teacher at Tauranga Boys’ College. Now the pair have combined their expertise for the inaugural Tauranga Boys’ College Mud Challenge, a six kilometre mud run through the wilds of Pahoia, to raise funds for the school’s rugby hardship fund. “The hardship fund support families so money isn’t a barrier to their boys playing rugby,” Rodger explained. “Money shouldn’t be a reason for

students to miss out on all the awesome things sport has to offer. It’s also why they picked the Mud Challenge as a fundraiser. “As the name suggests, it’ll be a challenge, it will be exhausting, and it will probably be uncomfortable but we fully expect everyone to cross the ﬁnish line with a massive grin.” The 6km course will take competitors across mudﬂats near Pahoia Domain, through paddocks and channels, with additional challenges along the way, such as cargo net crawls, a mud slide, and tryscoring in the mud. The long course is open to teams of three as well as individuals, while a 3km version is open to under-16 athletes, making it the ideal challenge for the whole family. For more information or to enter visit: www.taurangamudchallenge.co.nz

Helping Kiwi kids achieve their potential There is one thing every child needs to help them reach their potential. From the child that struggles to sit still and follow instructions, to the bright child that wants to be challenged, to the gifted child that doesn’t know how to channel their talent – and that’s attention from a world-class teacher who can cater to the needs of each child and spend more time with each of them. That’s why National has announced our commitment to

increasing the number of primary teachers to reduce class sizes and give kids more teacher time. Schools currently get one teacher for every 29 nine and ten-year-olds. It’s lower than that for younger children. We want to reduce those ratios to ensure that all our kids can get the individual attention they deserve. More teachers means more attention for each of our kids at a stage of their life when they need it most. To achieve their potential and reach their dreams, Kiwi kids need less Facebook and more face time with teachers.

By giving kids more attention, we can improve their education and set them up to take advantage of all the opportunities that come their way. As a parent to three kids, I’m proud to stand on this platform. National will bring strong leadership, the best ideas and the ability to make a difference. We’re backing New Zealanders and we’re starting with our children.

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Community centre to open Katikati’s new two-storey library and service centre will ofﬁcially open to the public on August 21. The Centre – Patuki Manawa (beating heart) – includes an 800m2 mezzanine ﬂoor and a 400m2 community space, and provides a link between Katikati’s main shopping centre and Talisman Drive. An opening celebration will take place on Main Street on Tuesday, August 21 from 3-6pm, including tours through the building, free activities, and entertainment, including the creation of an artwork on the building by local artist Mr G.

There’s one song called ‘My Dead Gay Son’. “They were not dirty, they were not wrong,” the lyrics go. “They were two lonely verses in the Lord’s great song.” It’s just one of the many serious, dark, and hilariously funny themes touched on in ‘Heathers’ – Tauranga Musical Theatre’s new production opening this month. ‘My Dead Gay Son’ is a song about two homophobic dads coming to terms with their gay sons. There’s a delightful twist when they come out themselves. There is also a song about balls – genitalia, dangly bits. “You’ll hurt their feelings, you make my balls so blue” – de-dum-de-dah. And as first time director Ginevra Wohlstadt explains, “If you are a young teenage man and you aren’t getting laid, then there could be problems.” The show addresses that issue in song, and the dirty ditty will be ringing out from the Westside Theatre all the way back up Tauranga’s gentrified and ever-so-slightly superior avenues. But that sniffiness is not the target demographic, certainly not when there are songs about male bits and censors’ warnings of strong adult themes, including suicide, gun violence, sexual content, and strong language. Recommended for audiences M15+. “We’re appealing to the late 20s and 30s,” says Ginevra. So for those nostalgic for the 1988 cult movie starring Winona Ryder and Christian Slater, come see the musical. “Definitely new age,” says Ginevra. “And the younger generation which enjoys musical theatre, will know every song in this show.” Balls and all. “In terms of show selections, we’re really pushing the envelope,” says Ginevra. She’s mischievous and you sense she enjoys the idea of titillating, shocking, and even outraging. Ginevra? “Yeah, thanks Mum!” Although she answers to ‘G’. With the Italian given name and German

family name, it’s just perfect for theatre credits. Director – Ginevra Wohlstadt has a certain mana. ‘Heathers’ is actually three girls called Heather who are the cool girls’ clique at an American high school. Veronica is the disillusioned popular girl who falls in love with a dangerous and destructive loner called JD. They attempt to right their school’s social politics and end up on a killing spree. ‘Heathers’ explores empowerment and vulnerability in relationships between friends, lovers, parents, and school communities. It’s a show of high emotion, and with the gun climate around schools in the US, ‘Heathers’ is probably disturbingly current. Hilariously black, they say, but smart and cutting with what’s described as wonderfully ‘cack’ eighties music. When The Weekend Sun talks to ‘G’, she’s brushing up ready for the photo shoot. ‘Heathers – the Musical’ is on at Tauranga Musical Theatre’s Westside Theatre from August 18 to September 1. Tickets can be bought on the door or at: www.iticket.co.nz/ events/2018/aug/heathers Read the rest of the story at www.theweekendsun.co.nz

Ginevra Wohlstadt – the debut director – on set at Heathers. Photo: Nikki South.

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Baywide success for Te Puke

Matt Wallis: 160 reasons to be happy Te Puke prop and first tim coach Matt Wallis is not one for getting too carried away, but his delight at getting a winner’s medal was obvious.

The Farmlands Co-operative Baywide club rugby season showcased the abundant talent within the region.

moment for me. All the hard work put in over the years has paid off. “It has definitely been a challeng being head coach as well but the guys I have helping me (Jeff Robb, John Corbett, Nui Thomas) have been unreal. “Te Puna made it hard for us. “I am extremely proud of our team. “I couldn’t ask for a better bunch of guys to coach and play with and be involved with. We have a good culture here and everyone buys in to what we are doing.”

The final against Te Puna was hi 160th game for the club, with a tattoo of the club’s Pirate mascot proudly adorning his arm. “I tried so many years to win a championship with Te Puke, and my club up north, so this is a surreal

Te Puke Sports and Rangiuru took the major spoils in the men’s competitions, with Te Puke winning both the Premier 1 and Development titles and next door neighbours Rangiuru the Premier 2 title. Rangiuru won an extra time thriller 36-32 against Opotiki played in the Eastern Bay and will contest next year’s Premier 1 round one competition. Te Puke needed all their significant rugby smarts t eventually subdue a magnificen defensive effort from first-tim finalists Te Puna in the Premier showdown. The final scoreline of 27-1 may indicate a comfortable win for the home side but it was anything but. Only in the final 1 minutes through the boot of new Steamers first-five Jason Roberts did Te Puke make safe their third Baywide title. Te Puke enjoyed a lion’s share of possession and territory in the first half but were repelle time after time on their own line by an inspired defensive effort, highlighted by some huge hits from

centre Will Ngatai and winger Tana Tuhakaraina, to the delight of their large travelling support. The dominant figure amon the forwards was Te Puke lock Kane Le’aupepe, who scored the opening try of the match and led by example throughout. The former Wellington Lion is sure to be a success for the Bay of Plenty Steamers in the Mitre 10 Cup. Te Puke’s lead at the break was just 11-10 after a typical dart for the line saw Te Puna captain Te Aihe Toma score. The margin stayed the same until the 68th

Aidan Kuka was brimming with pride after watching his team come close to winning their first Baywide Premier 1 title. The Te Puna coach praised the defensive effort from his team. “It is something we have been building towards probably in the last four or five weeks since we last

played Te Puke, when we went away and checked our defence. “We were still very confident with 15 minutes to play and it came down to a few moments and we lost those moments. Momentum is what you are after when you play rugby and Te Puke managed to wrestle a bit of it back, especially in

Te Puke centre Lalomilo Lalomilo scored the match-winning try. Photo: Chris James

minute when former Blues Under 18 centre Lalomilo Lalomilo slipped off a rare missed Te Puna tackle and raced 40 metres for the match-winning try. The celebrations at full time were heart felt and deserved for the Te Puke players and coaches, while there was plenty of pride among the Te Puna supporters for their brave team. It was a special rugby day to savour. In the women’s final, hom side Rangataua Sports edged Rangiuru Sports in a 22-21 thriller. Peter White

Te Puna reflecting on a special season that last quarter. “I am stoked with the season, very proud of our community, and this team has been building for a few years now. We have definitely been a club on the rise. “Next year we celebrate our 100year anniversary so watch out. “We are coming.”

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Brodie sets sights on motocross summit Muscle spectacle At 14 years of age, Tauranga’s Brodie Connolly is something of a motorsport veteran.

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Bikes are his weapon of choice. Specifically, pushing them, and himself, to the limits in the rugged terrain and flying dirt of the world of motocross. He’s been in the saddle since his first bike was handed down to him from a cousin at the age of four. That lit the fire, and having the perfect environment to hone his skills around his parents’ farm on the rustic side of Welcome Bay fanned the flames Not that he needs a reason, but if you must, he has one of the best. “It’s just fun,” Brodie says. “It’s a big adrenalin rush when you’re riding. I just love it.” It’s on the verge of being more than just fun, though, for this serial national age group title winner and Year 10 Tauranga Boys’ College student. Now he’s about to take on the best from around the globe. In a little over three weeks he’s crossing the ditch to ride in the World Junior Motocross Championships in Horsham, Victoria, Australia – and not just to make up the numbers. For a competitor who’s used to leaving his local rivals eating his dust, the challenge of competing against the top riders from Europe, the US, Australia, and the rest of the motocross world, is right up there. “I’m just really excited to race forty real fast people, not just, like, a couple.” It’s got to be a bit daunting, though? “Yeah a little bit. I’ll probably get a bit nervous as it gets closer.” It’s always been ‘a big dream,’ Brodie says, to make it in the global big time of professional motocross, and the junior worlds are a major waypoint on the route there. He’s already put together an impressive CV on his journey to the summit of the sport. He has eight consecutive New Zealand Grand Prix titles and six New Zealand Motocross Championships – the first at the age of nine – under his belt. He’s already distinguished himself across the ditch as well, with runner-up

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Tauranga’s motocross prodigy Brodie Connolly. Photo: Sarrah Cowdell

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finishes in last year’s Australian Junior Motocross and Supercross championships. In April this year, having cleaned up yet another New Zealand Junior Motocross title in the 12-14-year-old 125cc category in Mosgiel, he was one of four riders named for the Kiwi team to cross the Tasman for the worlds, following a tough selection process. That was an achievement in itself. “There was a big group of riders chosen. We went on camps, and it was whittled down to a smaller group.” The selectors looked at the results the contenders had put together in previous events, and made a judgement on their competitiveness on the global stage. It was always pretty obvious Brodie had the complete package. He’s got the skills, the results – and no shortage of hunger. “He’s pretty self-motivated, I guess,” says Dad Gavin. “We’ve never really pushed him to be fair.” In fact, he says, it’s often Mum and Dad who are begging for a break. “The push will often come the other way – ‘can we have a weekend off this weekend and go and do something else?’” Read the rest of the story and see more photos at www.theweekendsun.co.nz

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Tauranga International Marathon is back Following a hugely successful inaugural event in 2017, the Tauranga International Marathon will return to one of New Zealand’s fastest growing cities and favourite holiday destinations. In 2018, the popular event will take place a few weeks earlier, on Saturday, September 22. The event, which saw more than 1200 runners traverse the city’s beautiful natural landscapes in 2017, will again take to the streets of Tauranga. The marathon, organised by sports event gurus Total Sport, boasts a ‘ﬂat, fast, and fun’ terrain. There are 42.2km, 21.1km, 12km, and 6km options, as well as a 2km kids (and parents) dash. For more information visit: www.marathontauranga.co.nz

Devon Burt, from the Tauranga Special School satellite unit at Papamoa College, will be hitting the streets of Mount Maunganui with fellow students for the half marathon on August 25.

Students to shine For the past two years Devon Burt has been a vocal supporter of his Tauranga Special School mates participating in the Mount Maunganui Half Marathon, waving coloured balloons, and bringing his best cheering voice.

This year he’s putting his running shoes on and pounding the pavement with them. The school has participated in the half marathon for the past two years as a way for its families to be involved in a community event. Some students run themselves, and those in wheelchairs are pushed by family members. “Our parents don’t always have opportunities to participate in things like this with their kids,” says teacher Jo Crean. “It’s a sporting opportunity where they can do it together as a family and our kids can feel part of the community without a lot of pressure.” Jo can’t speak highly enough of the event organisers who allow the school to compete as a team, waive the entry fee, and give all the participating students a

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New Zealanders love their outdoor activities insight into the activities that New Zealanders are currently participating in,” says Andrew, “and we’re encouraged that recreation features so highly in each section. We are particularly interested in the locations that adults and young people are recreating in; a huge number are using facilities such as pools, playgrounds, parks and ﬁelds every week. “We also noted that 63 per cent of young people and 62 per cent of adults are only participating in non-competitive activities.”

A nationwide survey has shown that recreation is a top priority for New Zealanders. The Active NZ Survey by Sport New Zealand found that people who had been physically active in the past seven days had participated in recreational activities such as walking, jogging or playing at a local park. New Zealand Recreation Association CEO Andrew Leslie says the data from the survey is invaluable. “The Active NZ Survey has given us a great

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Get ready for a culinary takeover in Downtown Tauranga with the launch of Taste Tauranga this August. In a first for the city centre, more than 25 of our best restaurants, bars, and cafes are collaborating to present a mix of all that’s good in food with showcase events, exotic flavours, and the chance to win a pair of diamond earrings from Peet Jewellers and free dining for a year. Downtown Tauranga spokesperson Millie Newitt says: “The month-long festival has an exciting range of offerings to suit your palate and your wallet.” Many of the restaurants have developed special set menus and the public can choose the $20, $30, $45 or $65 set menu option. “It’s a fantastic way for people to try new restaurants and flavours, and we hope to encourage people to dine out a few times during August to make the most of it. We have showcased all the set menus on the Downtown Tauranga website, so the public can jump online and decide what they like the sound of.” Running alongside the set menu offering during August are some exciting special events. “Brooklyn Patio & Bar, Macau, Nomad Food

and Wine, and The Barrell Room have collaborated together to create the city centre’s first ticket-only Tapas Trail.” The public buy a ticket and then visit each restaurant on the trail for a beautiful tapas taste sensation that has been matched with a drink. “It’s a unique and exciting way to spend a Tuesday evening. The first Tuesday has already sold out, with the second almost full so it’s proving really popular.” Other events include the Midwinter’s Dram whiskey and cheese pairing at Liquorland, The Beer Essentials ladies tasting evening at The Barrel Room, wine tasting and a banquet menu at Brooklyn Patio & Bar, and a Wild Degustation evening at the Crown and Badger. “We are also incredibly excited to announce a showcase event with celebrity chefs Karena and Kasey Bird, called ‘Beneath the Surface’. “Karena and Kasey will put a modern spin on some of the different underground cooking techniques and flavours they have experienced on their travels around the globe.” With so many special events and offerings the first Taste Tauranga is destined to be a highlight not just for the city centre, but for everyone needing a winter pick me up. For more information visit www.downtowntauranga.co.nz

Choose your menu, choose your restaurant, choose your budget, and get set for a taste sensation. The Taste Tauranga set menu option is a fantastic way for you to try different restaurants and ﬂavours throughout August, and all at a budget to suit you. With more than 20 restaurants, cafes, and bars offering set menus there’s selections to suit any palate, and your hardest decision will be which ones to choose. Maybe you’ll go for the smoked eel

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Taste Tauranga also features some cool speciality offerings that you’ll love. How about this for a challenge – the Franken-Burger Challenge at Rye Bar and Grill. Here’s how it works. This colossal burger is a glutton’s dream! It features bun, beef patties, fried chicken, pork belly, beef brisket, cheese, iceberg lettuce, tomato, and aioli topped with onion rings and served with fries. Choose it, pay $30, and if you knock this beast of a burger off you get a $20 voucher for next

time! All attempts go into the draw for two $100 vouchers! Or learn to pair whisky and cheese like a pro in the company of likeminded individuals at Liquorland’s A Midwinters Dram – whisky and cheese pairing evening of fine single malts and delicious cheese. Warm up with premium whisky from great distilleries such as Glenfiddich and The Balvenie. Check out all the specialty offerings at www.downtowntauranga.co.nz taste buds this August. Make sure you plan a few dates on your calendar and use Taste Tauranga as the excuse to get together with friends and loved ones Have some fun and a great time across our participating restaurants, cafes, and bars – we’d love to see you. Choose your event, choose your venue, and choose to be a part of our first ever Taste Tauranga festival this August! Get planning at www.downtowntauranga.co.nz

Will you grab your girlfriends and go to the ladies’ Beer Essentials evening at The Barrell Room? Or maybe you like the sound of the Wine Tasting evening at Brooklyn Patio & Bar, or Karena and Kasey’s Beneath the Surface dining event? Or how about the Wild Degustation evening at the Crown and Badger, or maybe the Taste Mediterranean Vetro event at The Barrell Room – now that sounds scrummy! Wow, there’s just so much to delight our

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Starting a garden from scratch A plant needs earth, air, light, and water to grow. That plants want to live and grow means they do a lot of the work for us.

is like most things; the more you do it, the more you’ll learn and the better you’ll get. So where do you begin? Give your soil plenty of Some plants like it warmer, while others need more organic matter. sunlight, more water, and richer soils, and of course, Branches, leaves, weeds, old you need the right plant in the right place. Gardening plants, and household scraps can all be returned to the soil using a compost heap. Whether you are planting a tiny annual seedling or a two-metre tree, ﬁrst, prepare your soil by digging over and feeding with compost. Next, dig enough soil to make a hole about twice the size of the container the plant is in. To prevent damaging roots, carefully extract the plant and place it in the hole. Avoid planting too

close together. Removing weeds is vital as they compete with plants for food, light, space, and moisture. Water in the morning so the water has time to soak in. Done in the heat of the day it means much of the water will evaporate before the plant or soil can absorb it. Putting a layer of organic material such as compost or straw or pine needles around plants will help feed soil and preserve moisture. A layer of about 25cm is good for shrubs and trees; about 12cm for vegetables and ﬂowers. Most vegetables like sun, preferably at least six hours in summer, so choose your site well.

Get your garden up, running and ready in winter Last summer’s crops have been picked and the vegetables planted in autumn are looking good. Much of the garden will soon be sleeping, but there are still aerobic activities that will keep the garden in good shape this winter.

Firstly, dig – but not if the soil is wet and heavy. Winter is a great time to plant deciduous trees and roses. Clear away weeds and spent summer annuals. This will not only make you feel good, it will also remove lurking pests, diseases and weed seeds. Cut back perennials. This tidies up the scene for winter and encourages the fresh ﬂush of growth in spring. Winter is the best time to prune all roses except old-fashioned roses that ﬂower only once a year in early summer. In cold climates, leave rose pruning until August. Also prune deciduous fruit trees, except plums. Winter spraying to prevent disease is simple, effective and largely organic. By killing insect eggs and

disease spores, it signiﬁcantly reduces problems in spring and summer. Use spraying oil and copper to spray roses and all other deciduous shrubs and fruit trees. A bit of leaf litter will rot down and enrich your soil, just as it does in nature, but also rake the leaves up into the compost where they will be more useful. Spread compost and mulch on the garden. Winter is a good a time to start a compost heap and collect mulching materials. Every time you add a layer of organic mulch you are improving your soil for future plant growth.

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Report highlights Kiwis’ takeaway habits What do you call a takeaway that you try and pass off as your own cooking? A ‘fakeaway’. And according to a recent report looking at New Zealand’s online food delivery industry, more than 300,000 Kiwis have passed off takeaways they ordered as their own, with men almost twice as likely to pass off a dish as their own compared to women. Other ﬁndings from ‘The Growing Appetite Report’ from Menulog include: Just over half of Kiwis take leftover takeaways to work the next day, but one in 10 save it to give to their pet while eight per cent (almost 200,000) freeze takeaways to eat at a later date. Most people order while sitting in their living room, yet 100,000 Kiwis have ordered from the “smallest room” in the house. Three quarters of Kiwis put off going out for dinner to stay in and order takeaways.

The most common excuse for ditching plans to stay in is “chucking a social sickie” or saying they feel unwell. The report is the ﬁrst of its kind, analysing New Zealand’s online delivery industry and brings together results from an independent survey conducted by YouGov Galaxy Research and insights from Menulog, which has 900 restaurants on its platform locally. Its ﬁndings show New

Zealand is one of the fastestgrowing takeaway markets in the world. Global data research for the food service sector shows an annual growth of 6.7 per cent for the New Zealand takeaway delivery market by 2021, which is more than double the growth of the dine-in and pick-up takeaway markets. The Menulog report found 1.2 million Kiwis already order takeaway food for delivery. However, it also highlights the future growth and untapped potential of the sector. Menulog New Zealand manager Paul Dodds says the unprecedented

growth in the food delivery industry stems from consumer demand for convenience and choice, and digital advancements driving ordering habits. “Technology makes it easy and convenient for people to order food online,” says Paul.

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Consistency is improving along with choice as our craft brewers continue to push the envelope, becoming ever more creative. As the batch volumes are smaller more risks can be taken which can lead to some eye opening combinations in ﬂavour and style. Some work better than others. Tauranga is host to a number of Craft Breweries such as The Mount’s Funk Estate and Rocky Knob, Fitzpatricks from Pyes Pa ,and Te Puna’s Cider Factorie that continue to produce well made, creative, and tasty beverages of which we can all be proud of. It is well worth searching these out as there is something for everyone amongst their range. Remember, when you support local, the proﬁts are reinvested in our town and not whisked off shore to the multi nationals. Upcoming events: Beer Essentials for Ladies on Wednesday August 15 from 7.30pm at The Barrel Room. Beervana (National Beer Festival) on August 10-11 at Westpac Stadium, Wellington. Meet the Brewer with 8Wired on Wednesday August 29 from 7.30pm at The Barrel Room.

What is a craft beer? At this point of time there are no ofﬁcial designations or parameters used to describe the term. Currently there are two major breweries and a small handful of others that produce what we now call ‘mainstream’ beer. These are the recognisable brands that remain affordable, are generally purchased in dozens or cases, and are responsible for over 80 per cent of all beer sales in NZ. These beers are produced in high volumes and are well made, but certain ly don’t push any boundaries in terms of ﬂavour. Notably the use of hops and malt can be a little restrained. And then there are the craft breweries (which number more than 200 dotted up and down NZ) whose sole motivation is to make the best beer possible using authentic ingredients and timehonoured processes. Their passion often outweighs the cost, but the results can be outstanding.

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Using the colder months to reflect and dream “Anyone who thinks gardening begins in the spring and ends in the autumn is missing the best part of the whole year, for gardening begins in winter with the dream.” Josephine Neuse. Winter can be a time for reflection, hot chocolate and clear starry nights, for reading a good book and for enjoyable conversations beside a cosy fire. Winter gives us the excuse for a little time out. It’s the perfect time to let our imagination explore and dream about our next steps and desires. Where summer is the time for action, winter is the time for reflecting and for allowing things to develop. So often we want winter to be over - we place ourselves in a holding pattern until spring comes. However, winter’s work is to prepare us for the rejuvenation that comes with spring. So don’t miss this special time in our calendar year to reflect, for reflection is essential to life. Choose to move out of the holding pattern and appreciate what winter, in its own special way, has to offer. Are you embracing the moment you are living in, or are you busy focusing only on what is to come? If you would like to know more about coaching or supervision, phone Mary Parker, The Fast Track Coach, on: 07 577 1200/021 258 2145, or visit: www.thefasttrackcoach.co.nz

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Keeping pets safe while you travel Pet owners are being reminded to keep their animals safe every time they take them in a vehicle . Southern Cross Pet Insurance and the SPCA have been working in partnership since 2015 to promote responsible pet ownership, and are making the plea in response to 16 claims over the past two years for pets being injured whist in vehicles. Two of those claims involved dogs falling out of cars, each costing more than $3000 in vet treatment. SPCA chief executive Andrea Midgen encourages all animal owners to take their pet’s safety and happiness into consideration before going on any trip. “All animals should be transported in a way that ensures their physical wellbeing,” says Andrea. “We suggest dog owners use a secured and safe crate, and cat owners keep them contained in a carry cage. “If you’re heading out of town, make sure you stop every two or three hours for your animal to stretch, go to the toilet and drink. “Some pets ﬁnd travel stressful, or can even

Deadly rabbit virus confirmed in the Bay A new strain of the deadly rabbit calicivirus virus RHDV2 has recently been detected in New Zealand, and there have been conﬁrmed cases in the Bay of Plenty. RHDV2 virus can infect rabbits from three-tofour weeks of age and has a high mortality rate. Sick rabbits are highly infectious to other rabbits, so it can spread rapidly. Infected rabbits may be unwell with a fever for up to ﬁve days before either dying or recovering. The death rate is 80 per cent. There have been a limited

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number of vaccines imported to help protect rabbits against this deadly virus. In addition to vaccination, there are practical steps rabbit owners can take to minimise the risk to their pets and reduce the spread. Keep them separate from wild rabbits by keeping them indoors when possible or by rabbit prooﬁng your garden to keep wild rabbits out. Wash hands and clothing between

handling rabbits Control insects (flies and fleas) around pet rabbits as they can spread the virus between rabbits. Rinse all leafy greens before feeding and remove uneaten food as it will attract flies. Disinfect the rabbit hutch and bowls with 10 per cent bleach (leave on for 10 minutes then rinse). It is also important to isolate any sick rabbits from other rabbits until 14 days after they have fully recovered. For more specific advice about your rabbit, or to book in for a vaccine to help protect your furry friend, please phone one of clinics.

suffer from motion sickness during a car ride. In these cases, the SPCA suggests owners seek advice from their veterinarian on how to ease their pet’s worries before making travel plans.” Southern Cross Pet Insurance general manager Anthony McPhail says people don’t think twice about making sure their children are wearing seatbelts, and our furry friends deserve the same. “If you’re taking your pet on a road

trip, you can keep them safe and avoid thousands of dollars in vet bills by ensuring your furry family member is safely secured in a moving vehicle,” says Anthony. “Nobody wants to have their holiday spoiled by having their beloved pet injured. Pet insurance is another safety measure for the things you can’t predict, especially since there’s no public health system for animals.”

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Give your car a TWIRL Motorists who stopped into Fraser Cove on Wednesday were treated to a free winter car safety check by the Tauranga City Council’s Travel Safe team. The TWIRL car check included checks of tyres, windscreens/ windows, indicators, rust, and lights. The Winter Pit Stop checks were carried out by qualiﬁed technicians and participants were shown how to do the checks themselves. If you want to do a TWIRL car check at home, the New Zealand Transport Agency has the following advice.

Tyres Check the tread depth. Minimum legal depth is 1.5mm, but the more tread you have the better the grip and the safer you’ll be. Check the tyre pressure – correct levels can usually be found on the inside door frame. Look for cracks or bubbles in the sides. Look for sharp objects stuck in the tyres. Windscreen, wipers, and mirrors Check your wiper blades for wear and tear. Clean your mirrors and windscreen inside and out. Get your windscreen ﬁxed if it’s chipped or cracked. Check your windscreen

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Being blinded by the light Next Monday, August 6, is the anniversary of the dropping of the atomic bomb on Hiroshima in 1945. President Harry Truman ordered the crew of the Enola Gay to drop the bomb on the city, and caused the deaths of more than 100,000 people, mostly innocent civilians.

While it may have helped to bring about an earlier Japanese surrender, and therefore saved many losing their lives in battle, it was a terrible price to pay. On the same date, many Christian churches celebrate the feast of the Transﬁguration, when we recall Jesus climbing the mountain with some of his disciples and being ‘transﬁgured’, becoming radiant in glory: “His face shone like the sun, and His clothes became dazzling white.” (Matthew 17:2) This miraculous occurrence is an anticipation of the glory of the Resurrection, and is meant to encourage the disciples – and us – that, despite suffering, we shall know the glory of the coming of the Lord. Next Monday we will, therefore, remember two bright clouds – one which brought incredible death and destruction on a scale never seen before, while the other promised the fullness of life, life with God, life without end. While our world continues to be plagued by war and the scourge of terrorism, may we be a people who work for peace. May the bright light of Christ be our way, our truth, and our life. - Father Mark Field, Catholic Parish of Tauranga Moana

A dying saviour – an oxymoron? The sceptic may well wonder how a dying saviour can save anyone. Indeed, those who passed by Jesus on the cross mocked he saved others, himself he cannot save. Dying saviours, however, are not so unusual.

In London’s Postman’s Park, people who died after saving others are remembered in The Memorial to Heroic Self-sacrifice. For example, one memorial reads, ‘Mary Rogers – Stewardess of the Stella March 30, 1899 – self-sacrificed by giving her life belt and voluntarily going down in the sinking ship’. It’s not unusual to have a dying saviour and it should not have given cause for many of Jesus’ fellow Jews to reject him since their own scriptures predicted the Messiah’s sacrificial death (e.g. Daniel 9:25-26, Isaiah 53, and Psalm 22). What is unusual, though, is to have a risen saviour. Of the major religions, only Christianity boasts an empty tomb for their leader. It’s unique in history to have such a wellattested-to death and resurrection of an individual who was dead for a significant time. The Bible records there were more than 500 witnesses who saw Jesus alive from the dead over a period of 40 days after his very public death. Post-resurrection, some even ate and talked at length with him. Their words can be believed

as they would not have been willing to in turn sacriﬁce themselves for a resurrection lie they’d made up. It’s not strange to have a saviour who sacriﬁced himself, but it does show we have a very loving and committed Saviour. The great news is – He’s alive! - David Kidd, Church of God’s Love

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Time to scrap 1080 poisoning It’s timely for Clayton Mitchell to highlight 1080 concerns (page 18, The Weekend Sun, July 27), with DoC eyeing up the Kaimai Range for poisoning. Eyewitness accounts of 1080 poisoning are heartwrenching. A friend said “Our dawn chorus was so noisy with native birds that we couldn’t sleep in. Four weeks after a 1080 drop, there was silence, no birds left, despite a 650m buffer to the drop-zone”. It appears 1080 is actually worse than doing nothing. It’s time to scrap 1080 entirely and embrace alternatives. One ingenious idea that has been used to good effect by a possum trapper was to create a large trap with only entrances. A loud recorded possum message played all night, which translated as ‘come here, I’ve found the most delicious food’ to all possums within earshot. Possum turn up from miles around, to be dispatched humanely in the morning. Helicopters could be used for this type of trapping instead of dropping poison. The new Goodnature kill traps are a game changer, with 24 kills before requiring new gas canisters. Species-speciﬁc methods have to be employed as there are unintended long-term consequences to poisoning an entire ecosystem. To understand what’s at stake, please read The Quiet Forest by Dr McQueen. T Livingston, Whakamarama (Abridged).

Better border protection Assurances by the former Minister for Primary Industries, Nathan Guy, that biosecurity was his number one priority proved meaningless when incursion after incursion occurred under his watch. While MPI claimed conﬁdence in its biosecurity risk management protocols, Justice Mallon of the High Court of New Zealand reached a different view in the matter between Strathboss Kiwifruit Limited vs Attorney General. Speciﬁcally, the plaintiffs established MAF personnel breached a duty of care in allowing a shipment of pollen and anthers into New Zealand, thereby releasing the bacteria Psa on to susceptible kiwifruit orchards and causing widespread damage estimated at $850 million. The consequence of this successful action means border security will be appreciably enforced for the good of all. Failures of accountability and responsibility will no longer be defensible. The 212 plaintiff growers ought to receive just compensation for their irretrievable losses. Industry opposition and victimisation towards some claimants by entities was unfortunate. I congratulate Strathboss, Seeka, the Psa claim committee, and Litigation Partners Limited who provided legal counsel and funded expenses. All growers, whether they joined the action or not, can now feel assured that border protection against the brown marmorated stink bug and other biosecurity threats will receive due priority. This is a good outcome for New Zealand. D Sher, Mount Maunganui (Abridged).

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Re ‘Jury out on climate change’ (The Weekend Sun, July 20). Climate change has been called the greatest scientiﬁc scam in history. Simply put, a trace gas like CO2 cannot and does not control our climate, the sun does. Here’s some real science: our atmosphere is made up of nitrogen 78 per cent, oxygen 21 per cent, argon 0.97 per cent and carbon 0.03 per cent. We live in a cyclical solar system – 24 hours, 365 days, nine-year lunar cycle – and the sun also has a cycle where every 206 years it goes into a solar hibernation called a ‘grand solar minimum’ where the sun has less output and the Earth cools dramatically.

The last two were the Maunder Minimum of 16151725 and the Dalton Minimum of 1790-1820. In 1610 the telescope was invented and observations of the sun started. The amount of sunspots on the sun seemed to control Earth’s climate. During the Maunder Minimum there were no sunspots on the sun, the same as today. We have just gone for 120 days with no sunspots as we descend into the Eddy Minimum 2018-2048. Solar hibernations cause more intense winters in the northern hemisphere and ice remains after the spring melt, crops are adversely affected, and it is always a societal game changer. R Colmore, Oropi.

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Re ‘Missing ID concerning’ (The Weekend Sun, July 27). We are sorry that Ms Hagele didn’t receive her student ID card at the same time as her fellow students. The paperwork completed by our off-site courses differs slightly from those who attend courses on campus. This is one that got away. We have been in contact with Ms Hagele to reassure her that there has been no breach of security. No ID card was created so she should have no concerns about her cyber identity in terms of how Toi Ohomai manages student data. We are thankful to her for raising this issue with us as her experience has provided us with the opportunity to review our policies and processes to ensure that every student gets the ID card they require. D Rose-McSeveney, Student Administration & Services Manager, Toi Ohomai Institute of Technology.

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Where does democracy fit? No subsidy for hotel Democracy is a very precious principal in a free world and anyone who tries to water it down in any way is playing a contentious and unpopular game. For the last 50 plus years in Katikati we have elected local people to represent us. Prior to 1989 this local group was called a community council, which I was on from 1977-1989. The government made some changes: the Katikati County Council became the Western Bay of Plenty District Council and the KKCC became the Katikati Community Board. During Tony Dauphin’s

chairmanship it changed to a ward board to better represent rural people. Now two out of four members are rural people! Council recently proposed some racebased representation, along with four other councils, but all were soundly defeated by an indignant public. Council then supported Local Government NZ to ask government to make that compulsory. NZ First has given an assurance there will be no race-based legislation in this trimester. Now we are told council is proposing to form selected committees. The detail is currently lacking, but is it a back door way to achieve racially chosen people? What number will be on the committee? What is the criteria for selection? Have you the support of the people in this move? Where does democracy ﬁt in all this? N Mayo, Katikati (Abridged).

Medicinal cannabis waffle must stop All the wafﬂe that National and Labour are hammering us with re medicinal cannabis has to stop. Both parties need to be dragged kicking and screaming into the 21st century and leave their Presbyterian past behind them. The unfeeling cruelty towards the people who are suffering from dreadful pain and cancer is abhorrent and childish. You cannot become addicted to CBD oil nor can you OD on it. CBD oil is 100 per cent safe with absolutely no side effects apart from the allergic.

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The damaging effects and addictiveness of all opioids are well-known and some of the other drugs that have dreadful side effects, including death or sudden death, will be a thing of the past. The Luddite-like attitudes of some of our leaders needs to be changed. If they get their act together and approve the product, and I refer to the natural product, not the almost useless overpriced synthetics, New Zealand will become a much better country for many to live in. A Bourne, Bethlehem.

Councillor John Robson is correct that Tauranga City councillors should never have been considering, let alone approving, a commercial arrangement with a private company to build a hotel on city land – land belonging to all residents. Councillor Larry Baldock is wrong when he says ratepayers will get value over time plus economic beneﬁt. That is his arrogant personal

view, unsubstantiated by fact. Some ratepayers may win handsomely; the majority will lose their subsidy as usual. Tourism BOP is also incorrect in saying Tauranga wanted more accommodation. If Tauranga needed it, private enterprise would provide it. Any venture requiring a ratepayer subsidy is doomed to be a loss because a ‘cost beneﬁt’ study would prove it unviable. M O’Reilly, Tauranga.

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The column curse continues It takes a lot to render me speechless, but last week did it. Alarmingly, it seems the Curse of the Column is still alive and well. There is a small window between a paper being ‘put to bed’ and the printed edition hitting your letterbox. A couple of days. Writers keep their ﬁngers crossed, hoping nothing happens in those two days to render redundant

whatever’s been written. Last week’s ﬁnger-crossing, as you might be guessing, proved ineffectual. After writing about the surprisingly high number of shows that have been cancelled as soon as they get a mention in this column, and after abdicating all responsibility should disaster befall the upcoming shows mentioned, what should happen but the ﬁrst gig I plugged – with a photo of the band ‘n’

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all – was unceremoniously canned. Colour me seven shades of surprised. Perhaps I was being a bit cocky, a bit deﬁant in the face of the forces of karma; perhaps it was just a little cosmic joke.

A disclaimer

Just in case, I have warned those mentioned this week that should catastrophe occur, it’s not my fault. If the venue burns down, if a guitarist’s arm is accidentally amputated, if the singer dies from flesh-eating necrotising fasciitis, even if the drummer has a slight head-cold, opens the van window on the way to the gig, accidentally gets sucked out by the up-draught from a passing semi-trailer truck and is crushed to death by a stray horse float – I am not in any way to blame. But, as it happens, there are two shows next week that I want to draw your attention to. First up, Australian bluesman Lloyd Spiegel is returning with his highenergy solo show. He’s playing The Barrel Room on Wharf Street next Thursday, August 9. Those who’ve seen Lloyd will testify to what a fine player he is, delivering commanding acoustic guitar and finding more notes Apollo Steam Train.

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Then on Saturday, August 11 Apollo Steam Train are playing Vinyl Destination on Devonport Road. The band are beginning to become established around town with their melodic guitar-driven pop/ rock, and are now playing as a 4-piece consisting of frontman Brendan McCarthy, guitarist Les Robinson, Ian Clark on bass, and drummer James Bos. This year has seen the release of two singles, both recorded at Roundhead Studios in Auckland and produced by Greg Haver. Recently Apollo Steam Train played support for Jordan Luck to a packed house at Totara Street. The reason for this show is the release of the new single ‘Superstition (Looking in the Mirror)’. It’s also the debut for a veritable new Tauranga ‘supergroup’, Electric Universe, who describe themselves as an original commercial rock band with blends of classic rock, funk, and Pink Floyd ﬂavours. There are eight of them in all at present, with the core group stretching all the way back to the mideighties and legendary heavy rock band Black Rose. All up they are: singer Shane Davies (who runs Soundtree Productions, the audio/visual studio in Whakamarama), bassist Pat Hawkins, drummer Jeff Nilson, guitarists Mike Furness and Baz Mantis, keyboard player Shirley Ryder, and back-up singers Marilyn Collins-Smith and Jana Hawkins. Tickets are $20 from Eventﬁnda and at Vinyl Destination. Kick-off is 7.30pm.

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on it in each song than most players do in a whole night. Lloyd was a child prodigy and has been touring since he was 11, with frequent visits to the USA, Europe, Canada, and Japan. He has won seven Australian Blues Awards and was recently named in Australian Guitar Magazine’s list of the 50 Greatest Australian Guitarists. Since his last visit to New Zealand Lloyd Spiegel. he has released not one but two albums. The ﬁrst was 2017’s ‘This Time Tomorrow’ which picked up Australian Blues Awards for artist and album of the year and Victorian Blues Awards for song, album, and solo artist of the year. His latest, ‘Backroads’, was released a couple of months ago. That’s pretty impressive stuff and Lloyd is certainly worth catching live. Tickets are $20 from Eventﬁnda or $25 on the door. Kick-off is 8pm.

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Girl gets the gold They’re fast, elegant, strong, and now, medal-winning. Skaters from Tauranga Roller Derby have done the region proud, after carving it up at the New Zealand Artistic Roller Sports Championships. Club coach, Michelle Webb, says the skaters have made an impressive mark on the competition, collectively bringing home two medals and a number of signiﬁcant placings. Michelle says one of their biggest achievements is nine-year-old skater Hannah Lines wining a gold medal. “She’s only been skating for 16 months but she’s been training six times a day because it was her dream to win.” Michelle says she’s watched Hannah go from barely being able to stand on skates; to only skating a few metres and falling hard; then managing to conquer three or four more metres; and eventually, through determination and perseverance, to ﬁnding her groove. “She would get up, try again, fall back down, and try again. I thought ‘this is not going to work’ and then her mum bought her a pair of competition skates. Hannah Lines, 9. Hannah went to a few lessons to learn the proper techniques, and through Photo: Sharnae Hope

a few private lessons the penny dropped, and she blossomed. “She’s put hours into it, leaving school early to be able to train one day a week and it was all worth it. Now she’s a natural.” However, with a gold medal, comes a higher grade. “She has two weeks off then she has to start training for the next nationals.” Also bringing home a medal is Belinda Gifford, who secured second place in dance. “She’s obviously really proud of her achievement. We went in as the underdogs competing against skaters who have been doing it for years and are a part of these huge clubs. “For us to go with only three skaters we felt undercapitalised and under-recognised so whatever we took away was just a bonus.” Michelle says the results are part of a team effort. “You put endless hours into it as a coach, not only at the rink, but in the time spent preparing leotards, mapping out routines, hairstyles, and make up, all these jobs which can take hours at home. “It’s only a two-and-a-half-minute routine, and yet there’s so much that goes in behind the scenes to get that end result – it’s all those ﬁner details that make the difference at the end Sam Gardner of the day.”

Suzanne comes to Tauranga Having established a name in New Zealand as the blonde member of the popular 60's duo ‘The Chicks’ and then as a solo performer, Suzanne Lynch is a well-established artist. Her career includes performances with Chris de Burgh, Art Garfunkel, and Cleo Laine, and in 1974 she joined the Cat Stevens Band and performed with him on two world tours. These days you are most likely to see Suzanne performing as part of The Ladykillers, with Tina Cross, Jackie Clarke, and special guest Annie Crummer, but for one night only The Entertainers Club brings Suzanne Lynch to Tauranga along with The Mike

Prepare to be amazed Zirka Circus is proud to present their fifth tour of New Zealand, with La Unica set to be more spectacular than ever. Always committed to bringing a fresh and exciting new look to the circus in New Zealand, La Unica provides entertainment for all ages – from the youngest family members through to the grannies and grandads. This fifth tour will see our international artistes performing tricks that will leave you stunned and dazzled long after the show has finished. The talent, beauty, and strength of the acrobats will leave you speechless as you watch them perform acts that are simply exquisite. This is an affordable international performance that offers a whole lot of fun and amusement, and a show that you do not want to miss out on. For more information, and to book, visit www.zirkacircus.com The Weekend Sun has two double passes to Zirka Circus’ La Unica for two lucky readers who can tell us their favourite circus act. Enter online at: www.sunlive.co.nz under the competition section. Entries must be received by Tuesday, August 7.

Walker Trio, and there you can catch some Rag Time, Boogie Woogie, Rock a Billy, Rock 'n Roll, and whatever else takes their fancy for a special night of music. They will be performing on Sunday August 12 from 5-8pm at the Tauranga Citizens Club (upstairs). Entry costs $15 and everyone is welcome.

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Concert of contrasts

Interest is building for Bay of Plenty Symphonia’s ambitious ‘Dvorak and Bruckner’ concert on Sunday August 12. And people are asking, what’s in the name?

The two 19th century composers, Antonin Dvorak and Anton Bruckner, may share a similar ﬁrst name but their styles are very different. Dvorak was from Bohemia and his music is full of the village folk music and dances that he learnt to play on the violin as a child. By contrast, Bruckner spent a lot of time in an Austrian monastery and was a ﬁne organist, his style being imperious, rich and bold, with moments of ethereal beauty. Both composers provide plenty of challenge for players, and Bruckner’s music especially is rarely performed by community orchestras. But under the Symphonia’s Music Director, Justus Rozemond, the orchestra has been working hard on two contrasting works. “Dvorak’s Cello Concerto is a delight, and how lucky we are to hear it played by such an internationally acclaimed soloist, Inbal Megiddo,” says BOP Symphonia Committee member Maggie Gething.

BOP Symphonia brass players. “Anyone who loves the cello, and especially cello students, cannot afford to miss this experience.” Bruckner’s symphonies are known for his characteristic use of lots of brass instruments, and his 6th is no exception. Be ready for plenty of drama as well as many poignant and tender melodies. The Dvorak and Bruckner concert will be held on Sunday, August 12 from 2.30pm at the Baycourt Community and Art Centre on 38 Durham Street. Tickets are $10 from Ticketek (service fees apply).

Experts sitting in the hot seat A bunch of garden and arts experts will be passing their knowledge onto Tauranga at the On the Couch event in a few weeks. On the Couch is a chat show, where, instead of ﬁlm stars and actors, there will be rock stars of the garden and art world talking about what makes them tick. BOP Garden and Art Festival director Marc Anderson says Ruud Kleinpaste, ‘The Bug Man’ will be this year’s host, after appearing on the couch last year. This year’s speakers will be: Nichola Vague, a landscape architect whose clients have included Middle Eastern royalty; Dan Shea, from Mills Reef Winery, who knows plenty about the ‘from grape to glass’ process; Geoff Canham, tree specialist and Parks and Recreation consultant; Dave Roy, a local sculptor and artist; and Gary Cook, a Katikati gardener.

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NZ finest coming to the Bay

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The Aroha String Quartet is ﬁrmly established as one of New Zealand's ﬁnest chamber music one double pass to see ensembles. Founded in 2004, this versatile Wellington-based quartet is known for its passionate the Aroha String Quartet at Tauranga Musica for musicality, impressive technique, and multicultural innovation.

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They are committed to presenting string quartet works from western classical and avant-garde repertoires to traditional Chinese folk music, as well as works for larger forces through collaborations with numerous highproﬁle musicians. The Quartet will play pieces by Haydn, Ross Carey, Shostakovich, and Dvorák for Tauranga Musica on Sunday, August 12 from 4pm at Tauranga Park Auditorium, 383 Pyes Pa Road, Tauranga. Eftpos is available. For more information visit www.tgamusica.co.nz

Get your ticket for a night of glamour The Tauranga Gala Dinner, into its sixth year, is once again shaping up for another stellar night of glitz and glamour at ASB Arena on Friday, September 21. Featuring Rugby World Cup Winners Keven Mealamu, Kelly Brazier, and Cory Jane, the event is pitched as Tauranga’s hottest corporate entertainment event each year. Offered as a way for local businesses to host their staff and clients in a five-star setting, The Tauranga Gala Dinner is one of the Bay’s leading entertainment and corporate Keven Mealamu. hospitality events. The night includes exclusive insights with the star speakers, an audience Q&A, fine meals and beverages, top class entertainment, and a charity auction for local non-profits. This year’s recipients of the charity auction are Te

Aranui Youth Trust and the TBC House of Rugby. With VIP and premium tables almost sold out, local businesses have been quick to ensure they get the best seats in the house. The Weekend Sun has one double pass to the Tauranga Gala Dinner for one lucky reader who can tell us one or three rugby players attending the event? Enter online at www.sunlive.co.nz under the competition section. Entries must be received by Tuesday, August 7.

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Athletes battle it out for the title! Today at 12pm. See www.baycourt.co.nz for more info & tickets Arms & Militaria Show 18-19 August Greerton Hall, Tauranga. All kinds of ﬁrearms, edged weapons, accessories, military collectibles, etc. A popular event for collectors where everyone is welcome. Bay Network Social Club 50 Plus. Great people & awesome outings. Must have a sense of humor. Ph Jonathan 572 2091 or Maureen 021 112 3307 Beth-El Messianic Family Celebrate Family life with believers who meet and worship as Yeshua (Jesus) & all the early believers did. 10am Otumoetai Primary. www.BethEl. org.nz, Joel 021 768 043 Cards 500. Interested? Flexible evenings to suit. Ideal for central Tauranga & Mount residents. Ph Chris 572 3834 Fundraiser Clothing Sale Tauranga Waldorf School is holding a clothing sale at netball courts at Blake Park from 9am-2pm. Proceedings go to childrens’ school camps. Katikati Bowling Club 8 Park Road. 12:45-3pm. Ph Phil Green 549 5344

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2nd Sat of month Katikati Memorial Hall, Main Road 8am-Noon. Enquiries 549 3589 LOL Laughter Wellness Release your D.O.S.E. (Dopamine, Oxytocin, Seratonin, Endorphins) of joy from your inner pharmacy. Arataki Community Centre, Zambuk Way, Mt Maunganui, 11-11:45am. Koha. Ph Trish 022 036 6768 Email lollaughterwellness@gmail. com Narcotics Anonymous Open meeting every Saturday 7:30-8:30pm, Hanmer Clinic (behind Super Liquor), 1235 Cameron Rd, Greerton. For more info, call 0800 NA TODAY Otumoetai Tennis Club Adult tennis. Start time 1pm. Bellevue Park, Windsor Road (next to swimming pool complex.) New players & visitors welcome. Coaching available. Ph Fred 544 5088 Petanque At Club Mt Maunganui, Blake Park, Kawaka St. Tuesdays and Saturdays 1pm. All very welcome to try us out. Learn a new sport. Ph Jo Ann 578 3606 Social Dance Held on Sat, 11th, Greerton Hall, 7:30pm. BYO drink & nibbles. Great music by Helen Riley. Everyone welcome. Ph 544 2337 or 027 322 1786

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Free event, so much to see & do & even grab a prize if you are lucky. 10am-2pm Te Puke town hall. Ph 027 356 9545 Village Radio Museum Community Radio broadcasting nostalgic music & Community Notices seven days on 1368

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Art & Artisan Fair Last Sunday of month indoors at Black Sheep SH2 & Plummers Pt Rd Whakamarama. Original local art art craft artisan products. Art On The Strand Art for Sale. The Strand, Tauranga. 9am-5pm. Weather permitting. Tauranga Society of Artists Inc. Bible Seminar 1:45pm Greerton Senior Citizens’ Hall, Maitland St, Greerton. Title: Life outside the Garden of Eden, Bible Teaching. Interactive, Q&A. All welcome. Vic 543 0504 BOP Oodle Club Socialise your dog and meet other dog lovers! Meets ﬁrst Sunday of each month from 2-3pm at Fergusson Park (Beach Road end). All breeds welcome. Choral Evensong 4pm St. Peter’s Anglican Church, Victoria Rd, Mt Maunganui. Music by Brewer (Magniﬁcat/ Nunc); Mendelssohn (Hear my Prayer/O for the Wings of a Dove) & others. Croquet Croquet at Tauranga Domain, Cameron Rd, Sun, Tues, Fri 12.45 for 1pm start. Beginners welcome. Peter 571 0633 Corkers Toastmasters Find Your Voice meets 3rd Sunday of month at The Zone Cafe (upstairs), Owens Place, Mount Maunganui at 2pm. Inquiries to Chrissy 027 296 7939 Czech School & Playgroup Czech & Slovak Club Tauranga 10am-12noon, Tauranga Boys College, Devonport Rd, more info on https://www.csclubtauranga.nz/en/kids-classes/ Diabetes Self Management Program

Need support for type two diabetes? Ring us Sun-Thurs for details of our DESMOND program that puts you in charge. Diabetes Help Tauranga INFOline 0278 830 158

Farmers Market - Mount Mainstreet

Held every Sunday 9-1pm rain or shine! Right in the middle of Mount Mainstreet at Coronation Park, Maunganui. www.mountmainstreet.nz Free Taichi Classes Learn the Art of Taichi, made easy. Absolutely free. Hosted by Richard Johnson. Wu Kwan Chen Taichi. Tauranga Senior Citizens Club. 7pm Ph Richard 021 0236 5472

Fun Bowling for Families

Matua bowling & clubhouse events 1pm-6pm. Small bowls sets for kids. Play pool. $5. 108 Levers Road. Ph Cliff 021 432 154 Fundraiser Clothing Sale Tauranga Waldorf School is holding a clothing sale at netball courts at Blake Park from 9am-2pm. Proceedings go to childrens school camps. Golden Oldies Rugby Golden Oldies rugby needs you. Tauranga Old Stars needs new players. For fun games, post

match celebrations & social activities email taurangaoldstars@gmail.com for more info Historic Village Market Great market every 1st & 3rd Sunday from 8am-12 pm at 17th Ave. Fruit & veg, crafts, tools, food, plants, clothes & paintings. Movie Church - Dust 4-6pm for the whole family. FREE movie & meal at 53 Te Okuroa Drive Papamoa. Call Julie 0274 205 375 or visit: https://www.youtube.com/ watch?v=rfLxYnTg2zI Narcotics Anonymous Open meetings every Sunday, 7-8pm, Hanmer Clinic (behind Super Liquor), 1235 Cameron Rd, Greerton. For more info, call 0800 NA TODAY No Holds Bard One-man Shakepearean play starring Michael Hurst. 7:30pm at 16th Ave Theatre. For more info & tickets go to www.baycourt.co.nz 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 Omokoroa Lions Market 2nd Sunday monthly. Western Ave Car Park, Omokoroa. 9am-noon. Bookings not required. Ph Keith 548 2117 Papamoa Lions Club Market 2nd & 4th Sunday Gordon Spratt Reserve, Parton Rd, Papamoa. Gates open 7am for stall holder entry. Wayne 027 974 5699 Papamoa Outdoor Bowls All welcome to our Roll Up’s Sun & Wed register at 1230 commences 1pm. Come & experience outdoor bowls. Gordon Spratt Reserve. Ph 574 0177 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 7158 or 573 8497 www.quaker.org.nz

Radio Controlled Model Yachts

Sundays & Thursdays 1:30pm, in pond behind 24 Montego Drive Papamoa, sailing Electron Yachts for fun. Adult beginners welcome. Graham 572 5419 RC Model Boat Racing 9:30am-4pm. Taurikura drive opposite Marsh transport. Visitors & spectators welcome. Ph 027 715 9282 or 029 927 2906 Spiritual Centre Psychic Cafe Greerton Community Hall. See what the buzz is about! Doors open 6:45pm, starts 7pm. $10 door fee. Inside: free psychics, healers, spiritualists & refreshments. www.psyhiccafe.nz Tauranga Historical Society Joint Meeting with the Elms Foundation at Elms Chapel at 1pm. Speaker, Brett Payne. Topic: the Work of John Kinder.

Tauranga Long Walks Group Round the Tauranga bridges

walk, 15km. Meet outside Coffee Club front of Bayfair shops 8am. Starting point varies each week. Details Ph Sue 021 925 971 or see facebook.

Tauranga Organ Keyboard Society

Meets 1:30pm at Carmel Country Estate Social Centre, 11 Hollister Lane, Ohauiti. Play or listen. Organ EL900 or Clavinova 405. Ph June 574 2204

Monday 6 August

Achieve Toastmasters Find your voice

meets 1st 3rd & 5th Monday of month at St Stephens Church Hall Brookﬁeld at 7:30pm. Ph Frank/Chrissy 07 543 9493

Adult Social Ballroom/Latin Dance

Free Introductory Beginner Dance Lesson. Tonight 7pm. Club Mt Maunganui. Dean Smith Ph 021 230 3187. www.udance2.co.nz Partner not necessary. Just come along Age Concern Cards 500 Every Monday except Public Holidays 9:30-11:30am at Age Concern Ofﬁce, 177a Fraser Street. $2 donation. Ph 578 2631 Alcoholics Anonymous Open meeting 10am, Tauranga Central Bapist Church. 13th Ave/Cameron Rd. All Welcome. Ph 0800 229 6757 Argentine Tango 6.30pm @ Citz Club. Close embrace dance to change your life! Join in to meet friendly young dancers & share ‘a journey’ Ph/Txt Denise 020 4006 1340

Badminton Club, Aquinas College

Tauranga Badminton Mondays 7:309:30pm. Aquinas College Events Centre. Seniors & Year 9 upwards. Casual players welcome. $8 pp. Club racquets available. Ph/text Sue 021 194 4335 www.sporty/ taurangabadmintonclub.co.nz Bethlehem Indoor Bowls Meets in Bethlehem Hall every Monday night. 7:30pm start. Names in by 7:15pm. New members of all ages welcome. Ph John 027 654 1298 Chess at 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 Diabetes Drop-In Diabetes Drop-In 10-12noon, Diabetes Help Tauranga Ofﬁce, Graced Support Centre, Cnr 11th Ave/Christopher St, Tauranga. INFOline 0278 830 158

Harmony-a-Plenty Barbershop Chorus

Meet 7pm Mondays at Bethlehem Community Church Moffat Rd. Men, you don’t have to be Pavarotti! We will improve your singing. Have some fun. Ph Frank 07 576 3032 Let’s Learn Wanting to learn something new? www.letslearn.co.nz has classes, workshops & activities galore. Become a lifelong learner today! Ph 544 9557 Marlin Friendship Club Meet 2nd Monday of month at Mount Golf Club at 9:45am. Ph David 574 9692 or Helen 572 2993

Narcotics Anonymous Open meetings every Monday, 7-8pm, Hillier Centre, 31 Gloucester Rd, Mt Maunganui. If using drugs is causing a problem, call 0800 NA TODAY Omokoroa Indoor Bowling Club Meets at The Settler’s Hall, Omokoroa Road. 1pm for 1:30pm start. All Welcome. Ph Anne 548 1636. All equipment provided. Recycled Teenagers Gentle Exercise

Mon & Wed 14 Norris St. 9:15am10.45am. Tues. St. Marys Hall Cnr. Girven Rd & Marlin St. 9am-10:30am. Ph Jennifer 571 1411 Sequence Dancing To Enjoy Come with a partner to the Norris St Hall Monday & Wednesday 7-10pm & enjoy dancing & making friends. Learners & rusty ones welcome. www.sequencedancing.org.nz Silver Singers Require soprano & bass voices for their choir. Practises at St Stephens Chapel Brookﬁeld Tce at 1pm. Ph Pat 579 1036 Tauranga Creative Fibre Every Monday 9:30am. Also 2nd & 4th Thursday 7pm. Learn & share spinning, weaving, knitting, felting, crochet & more. 177 Elizabeth St. Ph Margaret 571 3483 Tauranga Gem & Mineral Club Second Monday of every month. Juniors 6pm, Seniors 7:30pm, Clubrooms, Historic Village, 17th Ave West. Come & check it out. Ph Bryce 027 695 0606 or www.tgmclub.com Tauranga Rocknroll Club Lessons 6:45pm & social dancing 7:30pm at Legion of Frontiersmen Hall, 165 Elizabeth Street. www.taurangarocknrollclub.org.nz

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CARDS 500 Mon & Thurs. INDOOR BOWLS Tues, Wed & Sat. 14 Norris St (behind PaknSave) 12:45pm for 1pm start. Entry $2 includes afternoon tea. New members welcome.

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like minded women, meet new friends championing rights of women & girls in our community. Get togethers, dinners/ speakers. Suzy 021 266 5044

Tuesday 7 August

Alcoholics Anonymous Open Meeting

7:30-8:30pm St Peters Anglican Church 11 Victoria Rd, Mt Maunganui. All welcome. Ph 0800 229 6757 Altrusa Ladies Service Club Meet every 2nd Tuesday @ Chapel Cafe for meal & business meeting. Elsewhere on 4th Tuesday for social evening. Ph Denise 027 284 6828 www.altrusa.org. nz Beginner Social Dance Class Tues 8pm, Tauranga Primary School Hall, 5th Ave or Wednesday, 7:30pm, Welcome Bay School Hall, 309 Welcome Bay

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Mount Morning Badminton

9-11:30am. Mt Sports Centre, Blake Park. Social, all ages, racquets available, beginners welcome. $5 per day. Ph Margaret 575 9792 Narcotics Anonymous Women’s Meeting every Tuesday, 10:3011:30am, Downstairs Hall (accessed from bottom car park), Salvation Army Recovery Church, 375 Cameron Rd. Ph 0800 NA TODAY

Omokoroa Indoor Bowling Club

Meets 6:30pm for 7pm start at the Omokoroa Settlers Hall, Omokoroa Rd. Equipment provided. All welcome. Ph Anne 548 1636 Otumoetai Tennis Club Midweek Tennis Tues & Thurs. Start time 9am. Bellevue Park, Windsor Road (next to Swimming Pool Complex). New players & visitors welcome. Ph Pam 570 0302 Otumoetai Walking Group Meet at 9am at Kulim Park. Ph Jim 576 7339 Sequence Dancing Tauranga Social & Leisure Club, St John Anglican Church Hall, 94 Bureta Road Otumoetai. Tues 7pm-9:30pm except 2nd Tues each month 3:30pm-6pm. Faye 543 3280 South City Indoor Bowls Championship Fours (Hughes Cup) 7pm Stroke Support Group 9:30am12pm, Senior Citizens Hall, Maitland St, Greerton. Great morning tea, games, etc. All stroke survivors welcome! Ph 021 137 6653

Tauranga Acoustic Music Club

Greerton RSA 7pm. Friendly gettogether, all instruments, all levels of ability. Come in & enjoy some live music. Grant 578 6448

Tauranga Diamond Friendship Club

Formerly Probus, meets 1st Tuesday of each month, 1:30pm at Tauranga Citizens Club. Guest speakers, social outings, numerous activities. All welcome. Ph Nancy 543 4468 Tauranga Model Railway Club We meet Tuesdays 10am & Thursdays 7:30pm upstairs cnr Merrilees Rd & Cross St to construct & operate model trains. Ph Rob 573 6960 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 Yoga for Seniors Tuesday 11am at Mount Yoga Studio, 26 Tawa Street, Mt Maunganui. $7 per class. Ph Steph 07 575 5630

Wednesday 8 August

Age Concern Walking Group 10am End of Sterling Gate

Bromeliad Club Meeting 12:30-

2:30pm, Yacht Club Sulphur Point. Peter Waters of the NZ bromeliad Society will speak. Monthly plant is Tillandsias. Good sales table. Visitors welcome. Community Bible Study Join us @ City Church 252 Otumoetai Road, 7-9pm for a Study on the Book of Acts until 1st November. Ph Julie 552 4068

Community of StAidan Playgroup

Looking for stories music heuristic play parenting tips chat time coffee & fun. FREE 10am-12pm 53 Te Okuroa Drive Papamoa. Ph Julie 0274 205 375 Community Tai Chi Community Class Bethlehem Hall 1pm. First lesson free. Term concession rate Qualiﬁed Tutor Trish 021 482 842 member AATC communitytaichinz@gmail.com Classic Flyers Restoration The restoration team is working in hangar 3 today & Friday on the Avenger WW II aircraft. Come down for a look. EmployNZ Free Training EmployNZ Free Education & Employment Training Clinic NCEA L1-3 & more. 10-11:30am Welcome Bay Community Centre 242 Welcome Bay Rd. Ph Sally 027 652 1429 Fernland Spa Water Exercise Gentle exercise in the warm mineral water. 11am-noon. Suitable for arthritics, accident & illness rehabilitation. New participants. Ph Jennifer 571 1411. Not school holidays. Festival Nominations Wanted Recognise & celebrate your exceptional, innovative tutors, teachers & adult learners. Nominate them for the 2018 Festival of Learning Awards. Nomination forms on www.letslearn.co.nz Fitness League Exercise, movement & dance. 10am, Katikati Memorial Hall, Main Rd. Complimentary ﬁrst class. Ph Pam 549 4799 or 021 117 7170

Free Library Law Series

Lyon O’Neale Arnold free legal advice seminar on Family Trusts. Tauranga City Library 5:30pm-6:30pm. Ph 577 7177 or email library@tauranga.govt.nz to register. Gate Pa Indoor Bowls Box Drawn pairs 7:30pm Names in Book (Eric Boyles Tray) Healing Rooms 1-3pm Come, experience God’s healing touch, whether physical, emotional, spiritual. Behind Graced Oppshop, cnr 11th Ave, Christopher St. No charge. Ph 021 110 0878 www.healingrooms.co.nz Judo Arataki Community Centre, 5:30pm-6:30pm. First 2 lessons free. Katikati Bowling Club 8 Park Road. Mixed Roll-ups 12:45-3pm. Ph Phil Green 549 5344 Katikati Toastmasters Find your voice Katikati Toastmasters meets 1st 3rd & 5th Thursday of month Katikati Community Centre, 45 Beach Rd, Katikati at 7:30pm. Ph Chrissy 027 296 7939 Kiwi Toasters Find Your Voice meets 1st, 3rd & 5th Wednesday of month 3 Palm Springs Boulevard (beside Pharmacy) Papamoa at 5:30 pm. Ph Chrissy 027 296 7939 Matua Garden Club Meets monthly, 3rd Wednesday of the month, at 1:30pm in the Matua Hall, Levers Road. New members welcome. Meet DESMOND Would you like to better manage your type two diabetes? Meet DESMOND. Contact us for details

Mount Maunganui Lioness Club

Meets monthly. Dinner 1st Wed & Business 3rd Wed. New members welcome. Ph Christine 021 130 9375 Mt Spiritual & Healing Centre Mt Spiritual & Healing Centre every 1st & 3rd Wednesday start 7:30 Bowling Club, Golf Road. See events coming on facebook. Ph Sue Buckland 572 4911

Narcotics Anonymous Closed Steps meeting, every Wednesday, 7:309pm. Downstairs Hall (accessed from bottom car park), Salvation Army Recovery Church, 375 Cameron Rd. Ph 0800 NA TODAY Newcomers Network Coffee Morning Migrants new to Tauranga

are welcome to join us for a cuppa at Multicultural Centre, Historic Village at 10:30am. Ph 571 6419 Papamoa Garden Circle 1pm at the Papamoa SRCentre. A High Tea & fancy hat competition. Entry $5/ person. Visitors welcome.Register by 5pm Sunday. Ph Graeme 574 2392 Scottish Country Dancing Mount Senior Citizens Hall, 345 Maunganui Rd. Beginners 6pm, general dancing 7:30pm. Ph Mary 574 8687 Lynne 021 140 7912 Steady As You Go Exercises at St. Johns Church Hall Bureta, Wed 2-3pm except 1st Wednesdays each month. Improve balance & overall wellbeing. Ph Alison 07 576 4536

Table Tennis Tauranga

Memorial hall QEYC 11th Ave. Wed 12:45-3pm, social mixed doubles 7:30-9:30 club night. Roy 578 7800. Thur 1-3pm social singles, doubles 3:30-6:45 Juniors 7-9pm club night. New players welcome. Paul 021 884 021 Tauranga Embroiderers’ Guild Meets every Wednesday at Tauranga Rowing Club, Devonport Road, Tauranga 10am-2:30pm, 7:30pm-9:30pm. Beginners very welcome. Ph Jenny Williams 07 219 7740 Tauranga Floral Art Group Monthly meetings today, & Sat 11th. Baptist Church Hall. New members welcome. Ph Ruth 543 2157

Tauranga MidWeek Tramping Group Wentworth - Goldmount loop.

Grade moderate. Tom 572 2011 Tauranga Rotary Meet at Daniels in the Park, 6pm, 11th Ave. Dinner, fellowship, interesting speakers, projects within our community. Visitors welcome. taurangarotary.org.nz or email secretary.tauranga.rotary@gmail.com Te Puke Toy Library Creative Space for kids 6+, Wed 4:30 or 6pm sessions Friday, Playgroup 10am, Brick Kids 3:30pm during Term Times 7 Stock Rd, Te Puke 027 263 9309 The Bootleg Beach Boys 8pm, at Baycourt. Fully-costumed show right from the very beginning of The Beach Boys & through their career. Features all classic hits. www. baycourt.co.nz for info.

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Improve communication leadership teamwork skills join motivated enthusiastic group Classic Flyers Avgas Cafe 6:50-8:15am email LaniDTM@gmail. com www.cityearlystart.co.nz & FB

Thursday 9 August

Bay City Rockers Social RocknRoll

Dancing, with Neon Moon, RocknRoll Waltz. At Senior Citizens Hall, Norris St. 7-9:30pm. $3 entry includes supper. Ph Gavin 027 643 6222 CAP Money Course A revolutionary FREE money management course that teaches budgeting skills with a simple system that really works. For info ph Carlene 021 241 3671 Community Bible Study Join us @ 14th Avenue Gospel Centre 10-12pm, for Study on the Book of Acts until 8th November. Ph Gay 021 225 5981 English Class For Migrants Conversation class advance at Multicultural Centre at Historic Village from 10:30am during school term only. $3 per class Fitness League Exercise, movement, dance. 10am, Central Baptist church, 13th Ave & Cameron Rd. Complimentary ﬁrst class. Ph Pam 549 4799 or 021 117 7170 Judo Moreland Fox Park, Greerton. Juniors 6pm-7pm. Seniors 7pm8:30pm. First 2 lessons free. Katikati Bowling Club 8 Park Rd

Rummikub 1-4pm, $3 entry. Phil Green 549 5344 Keynotes Inc. Keynotes 4-part harmony Women’s Chorus meet Thursday 7pm at Wesley Church 13th Ave. Singing for fun & health. Ph Jacqui 542 1766 Kickstart Toastmasters Find your voice, learn to speak with conﬁdence. At Alimento Cafe, 1st Avenue, Tauranga, 7-8:10am. Ph Brian 0275 432 777 Mainly Music Music & dance for preschoolers, Mums & carers. $3 per family. Morning tea provided. 9:30-10am. Holy Trinity Church, 215 Devonport Rd. 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/ Narcotics Anonymous Closed Men’s meeting, every Thursday, 7:30-8:30pm, Waipuna Park Hall, 25 Kaitemako Rd, Welcome Bay. If using drugs is causing problems, Ph 0800 NA TODAY Salsa On The Strand Come have some fun with a FREE introdution to Salsa @8:30 & social dancing from 9pm at La Mexica on The Strand. Salsa, Bachata, Zouk, Kizomba, Merengue. Spiritual Study Psychic Craft Psychic Medium Kevin Reed runs Spiritual Development Meditation & Psychic Craft Open Group every Thurs evening. For details ph Kevin 578 7205 or email: kevinreednz@ gmail.com Square Dancing Fun Easy walking dance, learners welcome. Club night 7:30pm. Frontiersmen’s Hall, Elizabeth St, Tga. Ph 578 6516 or Facebook, Orange City Squares Rounds Sunshine Sequence Dance Group Learn dancing at a friendly club. Baptist Church Hall,13th Avenue, 7pm-9:30pm. $2pp includes supper. Jan 544 4379 Tai Chi in the Park Memorial Park next to Mini Golf on 11th Ave. No charge. 9:30am

Tauranga Model Railway Club

Meets every Thurs at 7:30pm cnr Mirrielees Rd & Cross Rd. Ph Mike Oldﬁeld 926 9198 for details

Friday 10 August

Alcoholics Anonymous Open meeting 10am, Tauranga Central Bapist Church.

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Alcoholics Anonymous (Open Meeting)

Alcoholics Anonymous open meeting every Friday Night 7:30pm at Hamner Clinic 1235 Cameron Rd, Greerton (behind Bridgestone). Ph 0800 229 6757 for more meetings or assistance. Arataki Artists Group Every Friday morning 9am-12pm at Arataki Community Centre. Occasional tuition with local artists. Paint with friends. All levels welcome. Ph Chrissy 572 0818 Chess Tauranga Tauranga RSA Chess Club, Greerton 5-7pm, Casual & Standard length games. Ph Werner 548 1111 http:/ www.westernbopchess.weebly.com/ Discovering Religious Diversity Tauranga Moana Interfaith Council are offering DISCOVERING RELIGIOUS DIVERSITY: Contemporary Beliefs & Practices. To register go to www.rdc.org.nz/classes Greerton Indoor Bowling Club Yatton St, Greerton. Names in by 7:15pm for 7:30pm start. Club Night Narcotics Anonymous Open meetings every Friday 7:30-8:30pm, Hillier Centre, 31 Gloucester Rd, Mt Maunganui. If using drugs is causing you problems, ph 0800 NA TODAY Royal Aeronautical Society BOP Our monthly talk is by Andrew Gormlie about the aircraft recovery from Blenheim in March. Join us for a cuppa too. Suffrage 125 Exhibition By Jo Torr. At The Peoples’ Gallery, Historic Village 10th28th Aug. Each sculpture takes the form of a garment that incorporates an aspect of Polynesian/Maori or European cloth Tauranga Citizens Club Karaoke We need young new singers for karaoke! Men & women. Wed & Fri from 7pm onwards in upstairs restaurant, Tauranga Citz Club, 13th Ave. All welcome. Ph 578 7023 Type 1 Diabetes Coffee Group Columbus Cafe Bethlehem 10am. Txt 0278 830 158 to conﬁrm. Adults with type one diabetes welcome. West Coast Swing Dancing Learn West Coast Swing. Smooth, fun & modern dance. 1st Class Free. 7pm at KJ Studios (8/47 Waihi Rd, Judea, behind Supercheap) Vero 021 191 1601 embrace.dancing@gmail.com

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COMPUTER GETTING you down? Problems, viruses, upgrades, internet, new or refurb PC’s tuition, or advice. Ph Bruce for a no obligation chat or quote 576 7940 or 021 260 9183 FREE ON SITE DIAGNOSIS & quote. We come to you. Pensioner discounts. Ph Kyle at Tech Solutions 027 828 7078

curriculum vitae

CVs THAT STAND OUT. Don’t let your C.V. get lost amongst all the others. Get the WOW factor. A C.V. For You can provide you with a personal and professional touch. From scratch or update existing ones. Check out samples on www.facebook.com/acvforyou or Ph/text on 021 27 27 912

gardening

ABLE GARDENER, experienced, efﬁcient, knowledgeable, highly qualiﬁed. Maintenance, pruning, hedges, shrubs, roses; disease/pest control, lifestyle blocks, garden renovations; design & plant. Ph Tita 027 654 8781 or a/h 542 0120 PEA STRAW conventional bales, approx 12kg, for sale & delivery. Ph Graham 027 838 7741 or email graham@ thepeastrawboys.com

health & beauty

NATURAL NEW ZEALAND Health Products & Clinic. Something for everyone. NZ Registered Natural Therapies & Natural Medicine Practitioners. Opposite BP Te Puke. Ph 573 5533 www. naturaltherapiesnz.com and www. naturalpetremediesstore.com

livestock

AC PETFOODS collect injured & unwanted cows & horses. Ph 0800 369 6269

lost & found

FOUND ADULT BLACK Female Cat, Bethlehem Area, Ref: 130874, Ph SPCA 07 5780245 Found Adult Black Female Cat, Welcome Bay Area, Ref: 130722, Ph SPCA 07 5780245 Found Young Adult White Tabby Torti Female Cat, Parkvale Area, Ref: 130867, Ph SPCA 07 5780245

property for sale

THIS HOME IS PERFECT for those wanting a bit more land than just a house on a section.

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Situated in Ohauiti, Tauranga. A hint of country, hidden from view within the city. Elevated, with northerly views, the home overlooks the paddocks, perfect for a couple of sheep, the hens with their fancy hen house. Room for the pets or do as you wish. A tranquil setting with a stream meandering through on the eastern boundary. The double garaging includes a sleepout with its own bathroom facilities (a teenagers haven). Plenty of parking all adds to its attraction and appeal, providing the opportunity to stamp your mark. Perfect living for a family or those seeking a little more space. Check out www.eves. co.nz/property/ETL1270e

trades & services

APPLIANCE REPAIRS For service of all Fisher & Paykel, Haier and Elba appliances, Ph 0800 372 273 for your local technician.

BOAT BUILDING repairs and maintenance. Timber & fibreglass trade qualified, boat builder. Ph Shaun 021 992 491 or 07 552 0277 ELECTRICIAN, 12+ years experience. Residential, commercial, maintenance, renovations & new builds. Recently relocated home to the Bay to start own business. Honest, reliable and efficient. Call Adapt Electrical today 020 4153 1902 ELECTRICIAN, 18+ years experience, NZ registered. Residential & commercial, maintenance & service, new builds, renovations. Fast, friendly service. Ph Andrew 022 354 1960 HEDGES R US specialise in hedge trimming & shrubs. Also some tree work, topped or removals etc. Quality workmanship guaranteed. Free quotes. Ph Terry 021 192 3159 PAINTER/DECORATOR Interior & exterior. Quality workmanship, friendly service. Over 25 years specialising in residential and more. Quality paint at trade prices. For your best advice in all areas. Ph Shane Mount/ Tauranga Decorators 07 544 6495 or 021 575 307

PLASTERER A1 TRADESMAN with 30 yrs experience. Quality finish with friendly, reliable service. I specialise in interior walls & ceilings with no job too small. Strip your own wallpaper and I will skim your walls ready for a modern paint finish. Repair cracked walls & ceilings using proven carbon-fibre technology. Call Murray now for an obligation free quote 027 266 5657 ROOF REPAIRS Free quotes for all maintenance of leaking roofs, gutter cleaning & repairs. Chimney maintenance & repairs. Registered roofer, 30yrs exp. Ph Peter 542 4291 or 027 436 7740 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

“AAA” Gold Star Rated with HINTERLAND Tours (Tour 1 – WOW in Wellington, the best Premium Tickets) (Tour 2 - Mystery Tour…….A Great Day Out, Treat yourself) (Tour 3 - South Island ‘Autumn Colours’ Tour with all the highlights Excellent Reviews), (Tour 4 – We are off to the Chatham Islands….Join us) (Tour 5 - the ‘North Island Train Trip & Te Papa Museum Tour’…. Excellent Reviews). (Tour 3 – Old Moto Road + Night in Te Kaha)……Plus much much more…..2018 and 2019 Tours…. Door to Door service (Local Tauranga Company). Excellent Customer Service. Email Us: info@hinterlandtours.co.nz 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) August 15th Mystery Tour, for all you Curious Georges you’ll love this. (2) September 21st-29th A Rare Southern Rail Journey (Seats are Limited). (3) October 4th- 7th Wearable Arts Show (Seats have become available). Free Door to Door service. Day Trips, Shows & Free beautiful colour catalogue: BOOK NOW:Ph. No 8 Tours team on 579 3981 or Email info@no8tours.co.nz

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

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DON’T MISS YOUR CHANCE TO OWN ONE OF THESE HOUSE & LAND PACKAGES

Lot 3 - Waikite Park, Welcome Bay Land area: 346m2 | Floor area: 118.9m2 o/c 2

$539,000

Lot 11 - Waikite Park, Welcome Bay Land area: 339m2 | Floor area: 161.42 o/c 3

$579,000

Lot 9 - Waikite Park, Welcome Bay Land area: 338m2 | Floor area: 153.4m2 o/c 3

$569,000

Lot 12 - Waikite Park, Welcome Bay Land area: 340m2 | Floor area: 132.6m2 o/c 2

$548,000

Lot 10 - Waikite Park, Welcome Bay Land area: 330m2 | Floor area: 161.4m2 o/c 3

$579,000

Lot 13 - Waikite Park, Welcome Bay Land area: 342m2 | Floor area: 149.6m2 o/c 3

o/c = over cladding. Images and map are for illustrative purposes only and are subject to change.

0508 4 CLASSIC (252 774) | CLASSICBUILDERS.CO.NZ

$569,000