The Weekend Sun - 18 January 2019 by Sun Media

18 January 2019, Issue 943

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The knight’s apprentice The reality was quite gruesome – chivalrous knights, warriors on horseback, screaming for blood, clanging swords and inﬂicting horriﬁc injuries and death. The romantic notion, however, is quite different, and will be played out on Southey Field off Cameron Road in Tauranga this weekend. They are kids that will attend squire school at the

Time Travelling Makers’ Faire, and they’ll learn the etiquette of being a knight, sword ﬁghting, how to protect themselves and archery – all the basics of what is required of a squire. A squire is basically a knight’s apprentice who, in medieval times, saddled their horse and looked after their weapons and armour.

The 40 kids attending squire school this weekend will be under the tutelage of Bjorn of the Northern Hordes – Tauranga’s medieval re-enactment group. “Some who come will be fulﬁlling childhood fantasies, and others will go on join re-enactment groups,” says Bjorn, better known as Jason Edgecombe. Read more on page 7. Photo: Bruce Barnard.

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It happened to Grace Millane’s alleged killer when he was taken to court late last year, and it’s happened again this week with our British visitors. Going through comments on Stuff’s Facebook page is like being teleported back to the Salem witch trials of the 17th century. “Get out of our country and STAY OUT!” “Why are they still here!? Lock ‘em up in a cupboard at the airport ‘til we can send the f*****s home!” “Shame, a family of disgraceful mutts. Be gone with y’all.” “What a foul lot they are. Get them out of our country now.” “Piss of out of our country, don’t come here and cause trouble, its people like you that make our country look bad. DON’T COME BACK!!!!!” And then there was the comment: “Can we get a lynch mob for Hamilton District Court?” What shocks me is this is coming from the country that, devastatingly, has held the record for the highest youth suicide rate per capita in the developed world – 2018 saw our highest youth suicide rate ever. We are forever telling our children to speak out against online bullying, but then adults grab their digital pitchfork and jump online to do the very thing we are telling our kids not to. Adults have been spewing hateful cyber-bullying content onto public forums like Facebook, for children as young as 13 to read. Adults have been disseminating memes about this family; a popular form of online humour that youth engage with. We have even taken to making fun of a boy who surely can’t be older than 10. Adults poking fun at a child, seriously? We are just setting an excellent example – and yes, that was sarcasm in case you didn’t pick it. We have made a national sport out of personally attacking them, and along the way we’ve made plenty of assumptions. We assumed they were from Ireland, whereas the New Zealand Herald has reported they are actually English citizens, holidaying from Liverpool.

“More gypsy tinker pikey scum. Don’t bother coming to New Zealand, your filth isn’t welcome.” “Wrong country to mess with ya inbred trailer trash scum!” “Try another country you’re not welcome here. Disgusting disrespectful pigs” Comments on wedding photos such as: Facebook “Where’s your fat booze gut, white singlet comments and red shorts you wore on holiday in New left on a Zealand lol haha. How long were you there tribute to for before the country turned against you? Not one of the bad, less than a week and five million people tourists’ dead hate you and banded together. Fat useless relatives. gobshite,” and “Surprised he could get near you with that fat guts of his… His guts will be smaller after a stint in jail in New Zealand!” One particular thread of comments on their personal Facebook page that made me feel sick to my stomach was on a post regarding the death of their Nan. “She’s spinning in her grave right now. Signed, a disgusted Kiwi.” “And seconded by another disgusted Kiwi - good riddance to bad rubbish you pack of losers!” “Make that three trailer trash scum.” Have we really stooped so low to comment on a post about a dead relative? Please don’t read this as me excusing what “They are not bloody Poms, they are from they have done or how they have treated Ireland, they are called pikey, the worst of our lovely country and people. I am just as the worst people that are allowed to live outraged at the way they’ve come here and in the UK,” said one commenter, further allegedly trashed our beaches and stolen from proving my point. out restaurants and eateries. Really New Zealand? And these are just the But do read this as a scathing review of our comments we can publish without printing disgusting attitudes. I am all for defending more stars than letters. what’s yours and for standing up against what’s Oh, but it gets better – or worse, in my wrong, but personally attacking these people, opinion. There was a Facebook event calling them names and dishing out threats is dedicated to giving these visitors a ‘proper so below us as a nation - or so I thought. send-off’ at Auckland airport. Go ahead and say that their behaviour is The event: “Give the gypsy travellers a disgusting; that stealing and littering will not good old Kiwi send-off 18th Jan” has since be tolerated here, but calling them “fat gypsy been removed from Facebook, but prior scum” is just abhorrent and unnecessary. to its removal, people were eager to get to Why are we stooping to this level? Auckland Airport from around the country We pride ourselves on our tourism industry; and see the tourists off with a wave of abuse. on being hospitable and ‘clean green New I sincerely hope we don’t give this kind of Zealand’, but what really needs a clean-up is ‘good old Kiwi send-off’ to the All Blacks or our attitude. other people that we actually like. One commenter got it. One. In the And we’re not just attacking them blindly hundreds of comments I read. on news articles or the comments section. “This family is definitely an embarrassment No no, Kiwis have taken to finding these to their country of origin. But these tourists’ personal Facebook pages and comments are also an embarrassment to commenting on their photos. New Zealand.” Cayla-Fay Euinton We shudder in our gumboots and stubbies when we are accused of being Aussies; we scream absolute bloody murder. So it’s okay to assume the nationality of others based on the way they sound, but we can get snotty when our accent sounds Aussie to other people? Sounds like a Tui ad – ‘yeah right!’.

IMPORTANT STUFF: All material is copyright and may not be reproduced without the written permission of the publisher. Sun Media makes every effort to ensure the accuracy of all information and accepts no liability for errors or omissions or the subsequent use of information published. New Zealand saw 668 people commit suicide in the year 2017-2018; a rise from 12.64 to 13.67 per 100,000 people. This number has risen for the fourth consecutive year.

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Understandable, but not in the spirit of water conservation. Photo: Nikki South.

Wrong, wrong and wrong. But happy to explain why. The man who manages Tauranga city’s domestic water supply has responded to some myths and misunderstandings about water meters, water infrastructure and the need to conserve a precious and ﬁnite resource - our fresh drinking water. It was prompted by Tauranga City Council, which last week issued a gentle advisory to residents to think about saving water as the city headed into a hot and dry weekend. “The supply is under pressure with high demand and is being monitored closely,” they said. “If water use continues to increase, a sprinkler ban is likely.” Some residents were a bit miffed. “Miss something? “Water meters were sold to us as the be all and end all of summer water shortages,” posted The Caveman on SunLive. Both miffed and deﬁant. “We now pay per litre! And as such I will use as much as I like especially when it comes to my vegie garden.” Another commenter, Old Trucker, said: “Now they’re telling us to save water, why have we got meters then?”, and Centurion also grumbled: “We were conned into believing meters would solve all our woes. What happened to that theory? Come on TCC.” The purpose of water meters is to measure usage accurately so that it can be charged fairly and relative to use. It also provides people with the right information

to manage water use. The city’s water manager, Steve Burton, says people have adopted positive water use behaviours which, on a per capita basis, makes Tauranga one of the most water-efﬁcient cities in New Zealand. Water metering resulted in an immediate reduction of 25 per cent after being implemented, which meant the city didn’t require seasonal water restrictions for 17 years. But back on SunLive’s comments section, council priorities were questioned. “About time the council started to spend rates on necessary infrastructure (water and reservoirs) and forgot about a museum.” He refers to the $70,000 lifeline offered the museum proposal. The funds will enable a broader and more thorough discussion on whether the city needs a museum rather than the emotional “where and how much?” debate to date. But SunLive commenter Caveman would rather water his lettuces than the city have a cultural institution such as a museum. The city’s water infrastructure has grown steadily as the population has increased. Introducing water metering in 1999 has meant that current annual water usage has only just caught up to the levels experienced before then, providing an additional 37,000 residents with water in the intervening years. Steve Burton’s business is water, not museums. Read the rest of the story, including simple ways to make a difference, at: www.theweekendsun.co.nz Calia Tall Wide Bookcase Stock available now Arrives assembled WAS $1,799 NOW $1,399

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House prices still rising

Tauranga house values are continuing to rise. The latest Quotable Value ﬁgures show a 1.6 per cent increase over the past three months. Year on year, Tauranga home values rose almost four per cent. The average value in the city is $720,645. There’s also strong growth in the Western Bay of Plenty market, which is up 3.8 per cent over the past three months. Year on year it has risen almost ﬁve per cent.

Crews tackle car ﬁre

Police are investigating the cause of a car fire which sent flames and black smoke into the sky in Te Puna on Tuesday night. Tauranga Fire Brigade was called to the blaze on Teihana Road just over the railway lines from Te Puna Station Road, shortly after 8.30pm. Crews spent around 43 minutes at the scene of the fire, making sure it did not re-ignite once the blaze was extinguished. Photos sent in to SunLive showed flames engulfing the vehicle close to some nearby farming equipment.

Campground ﬁned $°˛k

A Papamoa campground has been fined $24,750 for carrying out building work without consent. Papamoa Village Park Ltd had faced a maximum penalty of $200,000. The charges relate to the construction of five, 50 square meter units. It was part of 28 such units constructed by Venture Developments for the park. The non-compliance for five of the units came to light after building inspectors opened an investigation, and the fine will be paid to Tauranga City Council. Last year Venture Developments pleaded guilty to building the units without consent and was fined $54,000.

Trains spark scrub ﬁres

Scrub fires sparked by trains are causing a headache for Mount Maunganui firefighters, who attended four separate incidents on Sunday. At its peak, there were four fire trucks and 16 fire fighters battling a blaze along Maunganui Road. “We’ve attended 10 such incidents over the last three weeks, and that’s way more than past years,” says station officer Roger Pickett. One fire was along the train tracks between Epic Windows and Doors and Maunganui Road. The continuing dry weather is worrying firefighters, and Roger says it’s going to get worse before it gets better.

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It’s a gloomy image. The equivalent of 700 jumbo jets full of beverage containers dumped into the environment or landﬁlls each year. And it’s costing New Zealand millions of dollars in clean-up costs and a loss of valuable resources. Statistics like this, from consultancy Envision NZ, are helping drive the case for container deposit legislation – cash for trash, refundable beverage containers, putting value on drink bottles so they are recycled, not dumped. Their report says container deposit legislation is moving like wildﬁre through Australia and it’s inevitable a system will return to New Zealand. “But why aren’t we doing it tomorrow?” asks Marty Hoffart, director of Tauranga waste minimization consultancy Waste Watchers. “Why isn’t the government signaling that we are going to do it? If Eugenie Sage (associate environment minister) had an appetite, she would be making it work now.” New Zealand has already had a container deposit scheme of sorts – Swappa Crate. “It works,” says Marty. “Swappa beer crate is a great example of giving something value and ensuring it’s recycled.” And he has some advice for Eugenie Sage. “Hire some staff and step up. Tourism is our biggest earner and we sell on our clean,

green, 100 per cent pure image. We need to walk the walk if we are going to talk the talk.” It’s worth exploring, confirms the associate minister. But her budget is fully allocated and she has other priorities. Besides, says Eugenie Sage, we all need to take responsibility for avoiding and reducing waste. “A container deposit scheme is well worth considering alongside other options, such as improving public place recycling, upgrading kerbside collection services and further product stewardship,” she says. In other words, drinks manufacturers should take responsibility for the environmental impact of their products and packaging. But Marty Hoffart believes that’s hoping for a bit much from the beverage industry. “If they’re not obliged to, they won’t. “Until they are regulated to do something, they won’t. “A container deposit scheme has to be driven from Wellington, it has to be legislated.” New Zealand did have the makings of a container deposit scheme some 30 or 40 years back. Local bottlers wanted their bottles back, so they put a value on them. “They gave you a refund because it was cheaper to buy them back, wash them and refill them and cheaper than buying new ones,” explains Marty. But local soft drink manufacturers were gobbled up by the big fizz – the internationals. Most bottling got shifted to the big cities, sparking the beginning of aluminium cans, plastic bottles and one trip containers. No more refunds. There’s another hitch for a CDS – government priorities like

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expanding the waste disposal levy. The $10 per tonne on all waste sent to landfills is aimed at encouraging everyone to take responsibility for the waste they produce and to find more effective and efficient ways to reduce, reuse, recycle or reprocess waste. Other priorities for Eugenie Sage are improving national data on waste and resource recovery, investing more strategically in innovation and infrastructure to improve resource recovery, and implementing more product stewardship schemes, including mandatory schemes for problem products such as end-of-use vehicle tyres, lithium batteries and other e-waste. They are big and pressing environmental issues. The Ministry for the Environment is also working with key sectors to support their transitions towards a circular economy – a culture whereby make, use and dispose is replaced by re-use and recycling. “When work has progressed there, I am keen to see a serious investigation of how container deposit schemes could operate in New Zealand,” says Eugenie. “She doesn’t have to,” insists Marty. “There doesn’t need to be more checking facts and figures because it has already been done. It will work, it has to work and that’s what everyone has been telling her.” He points to the ACC cost-benefit analysis. Aluminium Awning Specialists

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Some 90 per cent of councils and 83 per cent of the population supports a CDS. Recycling rates of beverage containers would increase from between 45 and 58 per cent to as much as 82 per cent. “It’s more than commonsense, it’s economic sense,” says Marty. “The beneﬁts of a CDS outweigh the costs by three to six times, local authorities would save $20.9 million in kerbside collection costs, they would save another $8 million in litter related costs and, over ten years, society would be better off by between $184 million and $645 million.” He says if he was in business and could achieve all that, he would immediately hire another ten staff to get a CDS operating. “Or I would outsource it - contract it out. “Get someone else to do the job. Because if the minister needs to be convinced it will work in a NZ context, then get the work done now.” Marty and others in the sector have been pushing for a CDS for 20 years. “But there’s always something in the way, always a reason not to when we should be looking at reasons why we should.” Read the rest of the story, including what’s happened in Australia, at: www.theweekendsun.co.nz

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Screaming for donations We all scream for ice cream, but the fact is some people require more than a delicious treat. Summer Give and Get Ice Cream Party is a community initiative encouraging people to give back to their local charity or community. Bring a non-perishable food item or second hand household item or toy (in good condition) to Papamoa Beach Tavern on Saturday, February 2 between 10am-12pm and get a free ice cream, thanks to Future Focus ECE. This event is in support of Papamoa Emergency Food Bank and The Dovecote Charity Shop. Any food items or donated goods will be donated to these local charities. Free ice-creams are limited, so RSVP via @ChatterBoxNZ on Facebook. For more information, check out the Papamoa Give and Get Facebook group.

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Tauranga school boy wins Australian nationals Tauranga school boy Austin Taylor has danced his way to the top of Australia’s Follow Your Dreams competition, held in the ﬁrst week of January. Representing New Zealand, the 13-year-old was crowned the Australian National Champion for his age category. Dancing against more than 30 other talented dancers, he reached his own personal goal of making it into the top three ﬁnalists. He then danced off against two

Australian girls in the ﬁnal gala, winning the competition. Austin’s prize includes $500 cash, DVD and photography packages, a return trip and free entry to the Follow Your Dream Australian Nationals and NZ Regional 2020 competitions and a crown and sash. He’ll also receive Pink Lemmon custom made dance wear, entry to Spectrum Summer School in Melbourne, entry into the Hall of Fame dance challenge in Florida in July 2019, and entry into the UK Nationals in London in September this year.

Austin Taylor showing his winning dance style.

Get rewarded for reading!

Summer is the perfect time to start working on your resolution to read more books, and Tauranga City Libraries are here to help. Young kids aren’t the only ones who can have fun reading this summer. Drop into your local library and take part in the teen or adult summer reading challenges. Teens aged 14-18 years need to read four book in any format, such as graphics, ebooks, magazines or novels, and ﬁll in a ‘Teen Reads’ entry card available at all libraries. They’ll then be added to the draw to win a $150

Prezzy card or a bonus monthly draw of a $50 gift cards. Adults over 18 need to complete four reading challenges from eight different options, such as ‘Take it Outside’, which requires adults to read outdoors for an hour. ‘Get Hands On’ requires adults to make something from a cookbook or craft book, while ‘Go Digital’ requires adults to read an ebook or emagazine. Everyone who completes four challenges will be sent an invitation to Tauranga City Libraries’ celebration party, to

be held in early March, where there will be a prize draw and giveaways. Find out more about the challenges at: www.library.tauranga.govt.nz Entries must be received by January 21 for teens interested in participating, and February 28 for adults.

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A quick trip back in time Nearly 600 years after the Middle Ages, the romance of a knight in shining armour, mounted and brandishing a sword, is not lost. That’s why ‘Squire School’ at the Time Travelling Makers’ Faire, in Tauranga this weekend, is ﬁring young imaginations. Historically, the squire was basically the knight’s apprentice, doing simple but important tasks like saddling the knight’s horse and tending his weapons and armour. He was an errand runner before the squire became a knight himself. Boys became a squire at age 14 after they had served as a page. For children, the fascination lives on, and ‘Squire School’, at Southey Field off Devonport Road this Saturday and Sunday, will introduce kids from six-to-12 to disciplines associated with being attendant to a knight. They’ll get a feeling of what it was like being a knight-in-waiting, and for $25 would-be squires can pre-register via: hobdid@gmail.com There are still places available but numbers will be strictly limited. The Time Travelling Makers’ Faire aims to

encourage traditional crafts from all time periods, and some from alternative realities. Visitors will witness Romans, Anglo-Saxons, Norse (Viking) and even some Victorian sci-fi steampunkers. Everyone is encouraged to pirate up or dress as their favourite fantasy character, but modern travellers will also be most welcome. The Romans and Norse promise the largest encampments at the Faire, and will be participating in some demonstration combat alongside the locals, the Northern Horde. Craft workers will show off their various skills, and there will even be a Victorian pipe press in action! Some crafts will be for sale, and others offer the chance to get your hands dirty and have a go. There’s a chance to get involved with Alf's Imperial Fifth Waikato Army, who will offer budding soldiers the chance to train and battle with Victorian finesse. There may even be battles between squires and squires. You can try some archery or axe flinging, or perhaps something less threatening, such as medieval dancing. The event takes place at Southey Field, Tauranga Boys’ College, 664 Cameron Road, on Saturday, January 19 and Sunday, January 20, from 9.30am-4.30pm. Entry cost is $5 per person. Read more about this event at: www.theweekendsun.co.nz

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Werner – very alive and very well David Thompson was right. It probably did feel like an obituary. “Now he’s gone,” read The Weekend Sun story about barber Werner Gamma’s departure. “The scissors have fallen silent.”

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For Werner’s regulars it felt like there had been a death – or at least a limb removed. “I didn’t know Werner had left until I read your story” says David Thompson, a Werner Gamma customer at Strandz End Barbers for the thick end of two decades.

That’s a lot of haircuts. “At first, I thought I was reading an obituary!” At least there was good news there. Werner was still alive.” He’s very alive, and now living on a lifestyle block just south of Mangonui. “Werner was a good friend who I had entrusted for many years to tidy me back into shape,” said David’s tribute. “There would be no more shared stories, tales of travel holidays and music concerts, new artists or listening to his terrible rude jokes, all of which were mainstay anchor points during those visits.” It’s interesting what tickles people and what triggers interest. The Weekend Sun has received a lot of very positive feedback about this very alive man’s obituary. “I just wanted to let you known how pleased I was to see your article on Werner,” wrote Chris Lee. “Very nice.” They’re mostly from blokes who’d warmed Werner’s chair, but there’s even one from the partner of a customer who got to know Werner vicariously. “Liked it,” she said. David tracked Werner down in Mangonui and got an email with some photos of his new land block. “It looks great, and he and his partner sound very happy there. He has age 70 in his sights. Anchor points take on more meaning with age. But I understood your article and shared its sentiments.” He told Werner he could easily have swapped his salon on The Strand for a little bar playing old blues music. “That would have become a favourite too. Lots to be missed.” There was another idea. Perhaps, if there was enough support, Werner could be commissioned to return to Tauranga every couple of months – a sort of hit, snip and run. Then last week, a fully-fledged Swiss from Lucerne now domiciled in Tauranga burst enthusiastically into The Weekend Sun office. This Swiss was a chef who always wanted to be a barber.

Of course, Werner was a Swiss barber who always wanted to be a chef. That could have been a wonderful union of skill and knowledge, but it wasn’t to be. “Anyhow,” says David, “thanks for your article. “Nice job.” Brad is running the Strandz End Barbers now – a quietly enthusiastic young man who learned from one of the best.

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Last call for objections on new valuations One week, just one week. Tauranga homeowners have until next Friday to have their say on a matter which will impact everyone’s share of rates. Every three years, councils must revalue all properties in their localities for rating purposes. Tauranga homeowners received their new valuation notices in early December, 2018. The new capital values reﬂect what each property might have sold for at the date of valuation

(July 1, 2018), excluding chattels such as curtains, white ware and stoves. Independent valuation company Opteon establishes these values using mass appraisal techniques – recent property sales data, resource/building consent data and sample inspections. If property owners feel their new valuation doesn’t reﬂect the value of their property at July 1 last year, they have seven days left to lodge an objection on the council’s

website, via email or post. The cut-off date for objections is next Friday, January 25). Opteon will review all objections and evidence by June 30, working area by area. The new rating values will be used to calculate everyone’s share of rates from July 1, once the council budget for 2019/20 has been set through the annual plan process. For more information go to: www.tauranga.govt.nz/ revaluation

BBSFC club member Jordy Bardin getting a nice catch.

The Bowentown Boat Club will host a music jam session on Sunday, January 20, from 4-7pm. Featuring local band Paper Road, the event provides an opportunity for the community to come together, enjoy the entertainment and a catch up with friends. The club is also running their popular, women’s only ‘Nauti Girls’ ﬁshing competition on Saturday,

January 26. Entry is $30 per angler, with weigh-in from 2-4.30pm, followed by prize giving and a live band in the evening. Prizes will be awarded for the heaviest snapper, kahawai, trevally and kingﬁsh catches, and also to the best dressed crew and best dressed boat. Last year 135 anglers competed, catching 153 ﬁsh. There is a $1000 prize for the closest to average weight snapper. The bathtub regatta has been postponed this year, and will be replaced by a music jam night on February 3.

Section of Cameron Road to be reduced to one lane The east side of Cameron Road, between 15th Avenue and 17th Avenue, has temporarily been reduced to one lane to upgrade a water main. Only one side of Cameron Road, in the direction heading from the city centre towards Greerton, will be impacted. The works are expected to take up to three weeks. “The works will require one lane to be closed and a redirection of the cycle lane,” says a Tauranga City Council spokesperson.

“Cyclists will still have a safe clearway along Cameron Road to complete their journey “The bus stop will not be impacted, however street parking along that section and side of Cameron Road will not be available throughout the duration of the works.” The single lane will be in place between 7am and 3pm, Monday to Sunday, while the works are being completed. Outside of these times, both lanes will be open.

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Dawson’s rapid run at an end

Mike Dawson has represented New Zealand in canoe slalom for the past 15 years, but the 32-year-old paddler is handing over to a new generation of paddlers coming through. Photo: Jamie Troughton/Dscribe Media.

Mike Dawson pulled the curtain down on an extraordinary 15-year canoe slalom career this month. And if his retirement plans are anything to go by, it’s no wonder he needs a break. Next month, the canoe slalom champion gets married in Rotorua, to long-time girlfriend and Dutch kayak star Martina Wegman. In March, he’s heading to Antarctica for a two-week paddling expedition. He’ll support Wegman’s Olympic bid in Europe later in the season and, chances are, he’ll find some hell-ridden, croc infested jungle gorge to explore by year’s end.

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For the first time in 20 years, however - including the last 15 on the international stage - there’ll be no sleek, carbon-fibre boat to nurse through airports around the globe. The 32-year-old also packed away his slalom paddle for good this month, retiring as one of New Zealand’s mostinfluential minority athletes The 15 years on the world stage included 11 world championships, two Olympic Games and countless World Cup appearances. And in that time, alongside the nine New Zealand titles, he’s helped nurse the sport in this country from a quirky, underground pursuit to a semi-professional vocation. “It’s mind-blowing how far the sport has come,” Dawson muses. “I remember looking up to a few gnarly older dudes when I was young and the sport was developing in the early 2000s, when we were struggling for international results. “Now there are young rippers everywhere, we’re pushing it and performing on the world stage, we’ve got a high performance programme established and a lot of people are following the sport.” Measuring Dawson’s career through results is a futile gesture, though there have been some amazing moments. He finished 10th at the Rio Olympics, seventh at the 2017 world championships (where he also grabbed a bronze in extreme slalom) and was the fastest qualifier at the 2015 world champs in London.

But just as memorable was the way he fundraised for Rio by writing a cook book, then distributed the excess proceeds to slum-dwelling streetkids in the Olympic host city. Or his unbridled, chest-thumping joy, leaping into the Deodoro Olympic Park canal to celebrate compatriot Luuka Jones’ historic silver medal in Rio. “Luuka winning silver was an amazing moment because we both started at the same place, on the banks of the Wairoa River in Tauranga, and worked away for such a long time traveling to Europe to try and get better and better,” Dawson explains. “And to see that at an Olympics and know that New Zealand could make it on the world stage in canoe slalom was awesome. Rio was so special.” Dawson’s retirement timing is deliberate; this weekend marks the start of the New Zealand selection events, with the Mangahao Open held in Manawatu, followed by next week’s New Zealand Open at the Vector Wero Whitewater Park. A crop of young talent will try and create their own legacy, led by Alexandra’s Finn Butcher, Tauranga’s Callum Gilbert and Jack Dangen and Rotorua teen Zack Mutton. All have followed the trail blazed by Dawson and are ready to start challenging for their own Olympic spots. And that’s fine by Dawson, who fully subscribes to the notion of leaving something in a better place than when Jamie Troughton he found it.

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Calls for living wage grow louder Income equality advocates Closing the Gap have called for the introduction of a ‘living wage’ to ensure workers across New Zealand can live on what they earn.

Closing the Gap spokesperson Peter Malcolm wants to see a living wage enforced across New Zealand.

Closing the Gap spokesperson Peter Malcolm says the minimum wage model should be scrapped, and claims research ﬁgures behind a replacement living wage are based on “fact not ﬁction”. The minimum wage is currently $16.50, compared to the living wage of $20.20. Peter says the difference represents what people need to achieve reasonable living standards, not what businesses think is the least they can get away with paying employees. “We agree with the recent calls by Council of Trade Unions for New Zealand to share the country’s productivity growth with those who are working hard yet earning less than what their expenses are,” he says. “Income/wealth inequality is a serious problem in New Zealand, with many negative consequences for our society and country. “So as well as lifting the pay of those at the bottom, we need to control the pay of those at the top. Research has shown there is little, if any, link between high CEO pay and CEO performance. “In fact, there’s more and more evidence the reverse is true, with better performing companies having the lowest paid CEOs. “But let’s stop comparing our country to others and simply up our game and start thinking sensibly, and with equity, affordability and living with dignity in mind.”

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Bay’s Curtis leads Spirit on upward curve For the Bay of Plenty’s Sam Curtis, captain of Northern Spirit in the women’s edition of the Super Smash T/20 competition, it’s been something of a breakthrough season.

Cricket board member and full-time practicing lawyer at Tauranga’s Cooney Lees Morgan. “It's been fun travelling around with the boys as well and playing on all the first-class grounds, which we haven't historically been given consistent access to. “They wanted to make us equal with the men, so it was pleasing and it worked, I think. “Everyone just loved it, and they enjoyed being part of it. It really felt like a spectacle, and an occasion which women’s cricket had never been before in New Zealand, so it was great.” Wins in four of the nine completed matches left the Spirit fifth in the six-team competition, but turning around a couple of close losses would have put them in the frame to make the final. A poor run in the initial phase of the competition in October, after an eyecatching opening win over the Wellington Blaze – who had White Ferns stars Sophie Devine, Rachel Priest and Amelia Kerr in their line-up – left them out of the running as the Super Smash resumed at Christmas. But three wins out of five in the second phase testified to the progress they made in the season under Sam’s leadership. One of those wins was over the Canterbury Magicians, who have gone on to make the final. “Any win over Canterbury is a highlight,” says Sam. “It was quite a satisfying win, especially down at Hagley in front of their home crowd.” That and their early triumph over Wellington were highpoints, along with their televised win over Central Hinds

Results have been mixed, but the fact they’ve had unprecedented exposure for women’s cricket, including for the ﬁrst time playing double-headers with the men’s teams on some of the country's iconic grounds, has made it a memorable summer. “We just want to make more people aware of the fact we do play cricket and we can play all right,” says Sam - 2016-18 White Fern, Bay of Plenty

BOP’s Kate Anderson and skipper Sam Curtis steering their side to the target against the Central Hinds at Bay Oval. Photo: Chris James.

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Change of luck for Bracewell

The Aotearoa Bike Challenge will return in February 2019, with Sport Bay of Plenty and the New Zealand Transport Agency encouraging individuals and businesses to take part. In 2018, 908 people from 88 organisations in the Bay of Plenty participated in the challenge, and more than 14,000 people took part nationwide, cycling an impressive 2.1 million kilometres.

Tauranga-born Doug Bracewell.

It has been an arduous journey back to international cricket for Doug Bracewell. The 28-year-old all-rounder hit the big time in only his second Test in 2011, when he took 6-40 in Hobart to bowl New Zealand to a rare victory over Australia. But in the years since he has played 26 more Tests, 16 One Day Internationals and 18 Twenty20 matches without ever cementing a place in any format of the game. A combination of setbacks, including injuries, a lack of faith by selectors and some misguided off-field incidents had seemingly derailed Doug’s career. But last Friday night at Eden Park, he cast aside any lingering doubts within himself, the selectors and New Zealand’s fickle sporting public with a man-of-thematch performance against Sri Lanka. With the Black Caps teetering at 55-5, Doug blasted a career-high 44 from 26 balls, took a wicket with his first delivery and nabbed two catches. It was just rewards after he was inexplicably left out of the playing 11 in all three ODIs against Sri Lanka, with the selectors giving Matt Henry the nod. Doug grew up playing cricket in Tauranga with Trent Boult and Kane Williamson.

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He attended Pillans Point School, Te Puna School and Tauranga Intermediate before moving to Hawke’s Bay. Kane was a classmate at Pillans Point School, with Trent sharing the new ball at Tauranga Intermediate. Doug is from arguably New Zealand’s ﬁnest cricketing family. His father Brendon and uncle John are both former Black Caps and two other uncles - Doug and Mark also played ﬁrst class cricket. All four attended Tauranga Boys’ College. Mark’s son Michael is in career best form for Wellington and considered a future Black Cap in white ball cricket. The ball is literally in Doug’s court. He should get opportunities against India in the ODI series later this month, as he looks to clinch a place in the squad to contest the ICC Cricket World Cup to be played in England from May 30 to July 14. With India set to play two ODIs against the Black Caps at Mount Maunganui’s Bay Oval on January 26 and 28, there is a good chance the three Tauranga boys - Doug, Trent and Kane - will all play together in their home town. Now that is something for Western Bay fans to look forward to.

Sport Bay of Plenty says the month-long challenge is open to all organisations, including businesses and clubs, and aims to get more people riding in a fun and free team competition. The Aotearoa Bike Challenge starts on February 1 and runs all month until February 28. To sign up, or for more information, go to: www.lovetoride.net/bop

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Harsher penalties for deliberate food sabotage Tauranga wasn’t immune from the needle in the strawberry outrage. In an isolated copycat act, one was found in a strawberry at a local supermarket. A 50-year-old Australian woman is accused of sabotaging supermarket strawberries with sewing needles in an act of workplace revenge. Now, National agriculture spokesman and MP for Otaki, Nathan Guy, has proposed a private member’s bill seeking to introduce harsher penalties for such offences.

It’s been received with cautious support by Federated Farmers. Such legislation would have to be funded and resourced adequately to have any real impact, according to Federated Farmers food safety spokesman Andrew Hoggard. He says there’s no point waving a ﬂag about an issue and then not resourcing the police, the judiciary or the Ministry for Primary Industries to follow through with enforcement. “Politicians are great at talking about harsher penalties and

regulations,” says Andrew, “but are very relaxed about the details on how processes will work and how they’ll be funded.” Andrew says deliberate food

Getting on with building a better NZ Firstly, a shout out to our crews from the national Waka Ama champs. You were amazing!

Tauranga Moana has definitely started 2019 with a bang. I loved attending A Summer’s Day Disco and seeing The Village People and The Pointer Sisters live in the Waiariki. Buoyed by this government’s first year of ‘hits’, such as the Winter Energy Payment and $12 million for developing more te reo teachers, everywhere I went people asked “what’s next?”. It’s simple. This government is getting on with the job of building a better, fairer Aotearoa, and doing what is right - raising the minimum wage to $17.70 from April 1 and tackling climate change, noticeably improving the quality of our lakes and rivers within five years.

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contamination, or threats of it, hurt the country’s ability to exist. “We need to be able to trade products safely,” he says. “Our trading partners need to be able to rely on us. Any threats and attacks on our nation’s ability to function must be treated as

what they are - acts of treason, piracy, espionage and corruption. “You do not deliberately contaminate food without wanting to cause terror. “These are deliberate acts designed to cause incredible anxiety and economic sabotage.”

“Parents of kids with additional learning needs tell me they’re proud this Government is slashing waiting lists for in-school help, by supporting an extra 1,000 kids in need, a further 2,900 tamariki with hearing issues and 1,500 more rangatahi with low-vision.”

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Blessed with a second start:

He’s little more than eight weeks old, but Salem, the little black tom with the white bib and socks, has already used up two or three of his nine lives.

sleep. It was a close call. Alaska is a beautiful young lady - a little grey tabby. If she hadn’t been rounded up in another Wild Whiskers swoop on feral cats, she too could have become a mangy, disease-ridden fur ball. She probably would have died young. “Cats can get an AIDS-like syndrome FIV – feline immunodeﬁciency,” says Wild Whiskers warrior Nicola Hayward. “They’re not protected from disease and their deaths are horrible – long, slow, miserable deaths.” But like most cats, Salem and Alaska

Salem hung with a colony of “true strays” or “wilds”. When rescued, was riddled with ringworm. He had his own ‘witch trial’ and the verdict wasn’t good. The cost of returning him to good health was a prohibitive, and at one stage the Wild Whiskers cat rescue team debated whether Salem should be put to

have landed on their feet. Salem is out of quarantine and both have been vaccinated, de-sexed, wormed and vet treated. They’re also ﬂea-free, and have been to ﬁnishing school – or foster homes – where they undergo personality transplants and transform from hissing, spitting and scratching ferals or true wilds, to loveable domesticated cats. Their futures are now secure – warm beds, food on demand, play, pampering, lots of scratching, patting and smooching. They are ready to be adopted out, and have moved on from simply surviving to the real world of indulged cats. And that, says Nicola, is why Wild Whiskers does what it does. “We rescue these kittens under eight weeks old when they are still young enough to be tamed,” she says. “We rescue them so they can have a lovely home and a good life. “Every living soul has feelings, and if I can do my part - a little bit to alleviate suffering - then that’s my calling.” That’s why Nicola and the rest of the small but committed Wild Whiskers crew are looking for others to do “a little bit” for true wilds. They need volunteers to help with the growing workload.

Above: The saviours Sharna Asplin (left) and Nicola Hayward with the saved ‘Salem’. Left: Salem, who’s already used up a few of his allotted lives. Photos: Bruce Barnard.

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As little or as much as you can do “We need people to assist with trapping feral cats, fundraising, liaising with fosters, collecting gear, sourcing donations and helping with administration and marketing,” says Nicola. “As little or as much as people can give of their time and effort would be appreciated.” Some 59 kittens have been through the care of Wild Whiskers since last May, each demanding time, patience and care.

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They’ll be de-sexed at a cost of between $100 and $130 per cat, on top of all other treatment costs. Another 11 adult females and 14 adult males were trapped, neutered and returned. They’re too old and set in their ways to be domesticated, but at least Wild Whiskers can stop the reproductive cycle and keep the numbers in check. But it’s just a band of three doing all the work, and they need help. Wild Whiskers is also in the process of registering as a charitable trust. It has a board and a trust deed set up, and when registered, they can apply to become a registered charity, which will make it easier for people to donate. It means they can also apply for funding because, at the moment, Wild Whiskers operates on market stall returns, raffles and donations. There’s one significant benefactor –an anonymous woman and cat lover who pays for most of the true wilds to be desexed. To date she’s given about $6,000 for the welfare of the cats, but there are increasing numbers of cats being trapped and a greater call on resources, time and effort. The story of Mason might just inspire some empathy. Mason was a dying feral cat when trapped two years ago. A few months later, Mason discovered a new purpose in life – being a grandpa to rescue kittens, shaping young minds, teaching kitty manners, demonstrating hunting prowess and dealing with furry four-legged impudence. Mason has now outlived his initial prognosis by nearly two years. According to a post on the Wild Whiskers’ Facebook page: “Each one of those days has been filled with joy,

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Is the Mount Mauler a little bug or a jellyfish? People are still scratching until they bleed for answers. Each summer, the notorious creature nicknamed the Mount Mauler reminds us that we’re not the only ones enjoying the hot weather. The uninvited guest leaves tonnes of red swelling bites on beach-goers’ limbs, and normally surfaces at high tide. Although the creature has become a common nuisance, debate still continues on what the creature actually is. Some people suggest it’s a white maggot-looking worm, while others believe it’s the larval stage of a small fly. Toi Ohomai marine studies tutor, Dave Guccione, says it could be several different creatures that are causing similar bites, but based on what people have said, he’s whittled it down to two different creatures - a hydrozoan and an isopod. “A hydrozoan is kind of like a jellyfish, but more like an anemone, and they have a platonic stage where they look most like a tiny jellyfish before they are dispersed,” says Dave. They hunt and sting just like a jelly fish and are noticed more commonly when the offspring are dispersed during breeding seasons.

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“When the conditions are right in the water, they erupt in massive numbers because the potential for their offspring to be successful is high, and there’s a lot of food around.” The other theory is that the Mount Mauler is actually isopods which can live in the sea, fresh water or on land. “They swim around and will bite your skin if you stand in one spot for quite a while. They look like little sand hoppers and are probably about 3mm long,” says Dave. “In the surf zone, if these creatures are the culprit, then they may go unnoticed, but if you’re in a creek you can actually see them swimming up to you and zooming around your leg.” He says unless someone has a terrible reaction, these creations are just an occasional bother and aren’t going to cause any danger. To avoid being bitten by the Mount Mauler, people are advised to stay below the high-tide mark, and spray themselves and their towels with insect repellent. Dave suggests wearing something tight against your skin. “The Mount Mauler isn’t known to bite through fabric unless it gets inside a bathing suit, so wearing tight clothing will help.”

Helping business be healthier and safer A multi-million ACC investment into workplace injury prevention grants and subsidies will help make it easier for Kiwi businesses to keep their workplaces healthy and safe. ACC Minister Iain Lees-Galloway says they will invest $22 million over ﬁve years into an incentive programme to help businesses reduce workplace injury. “The subsidies are designed to

support small and medium-sized businesses to invest in training, equipment or advisory services that will have a direct impact on the health and safety of workplaces,” says Lees-Galloway. “This is particularly important for smaller businesses which haven't previously been able to access this type of support because the barriers have been too high. “The government is determined to ensure that all New Zealanders can return home to their friends and whanau in the same health as when they began their day at work.”

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It’s a job hunter’s market Workers in the Bay of Plenty and Waikato have fared well when it comes to a rise in wages and the number of jobs on offer. The latest ﬁgures from Trade Me Jobs, analysing over 74,000 vacancies listed on its site, shows 2018 ended with the largest national average wage increase since 2015. It rose 1.1 per cent year-on-year to $61,082. Trade Me Jobs’ Anna Miles says while the lift in wages is “modest”, it’s promising for employees after three years of stagnant wage growth. “Wages in New Zealand have remained stubbornly low in recent years despite the cost of living in New Zealand increasing steadily during the same period,” says Anna. “Throughout 2018, Kiwis saw a spike in petrol, property and rental prices, with little change to their pay packets. “But the last three months of 2018 saw an increase in listings, which means job

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Spotlight on: Electric Universe

Electric Universe is coming to Vinyl Destination this Saturday.

Electric Universe was formed around ﬁve years ago from the founding members of Black Rose - a popular local band featuring Jeff Nilson on drums, Patrick Hawkins on bass, Michael Furness on guitar and Shane Davies on vocals. They performed many North Island gigs, mostly around the Bay of Plenty in pubs, clubs and at private functions. After playing together for more than 30 years, they know each other well, hence their tight professional sound. Now the boys are back together as the reformed Electric Universe, with a few new additions. On backing vocals are Mazi Star and Jana Hawkins (daughter of Pat), and Baz Mantis is on guitar. Shirley Ryder was in the original line-up on keys, but she has moved on to pursue her own musical journey. The band may consider adding a keyboard player if they ﬁnd the right person.

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Director Richard Speirs does full bathroom renovations. clients, and am now taking on more work for 2019,” he says. Tauranga Bathrooms is a member of the Licensed Building Practitioners, so their work is always of a high standard. Let them help build the bathroom that you and your house deserves. The team are happy to pop out to see you, discuss plans and concepts for your dream bathroom and offer a free, no-obligation quote. For more information and to get in touch, visit: www.taurangabathrooms.nz

They mostly play original songs, and one of my favourites, with a haunting guitar solo, is Honeybee, which was written about a cat that went missing, presumed dead. Most of these songs were written five years ago when the band first formed, with the addition of a couple of new songs. They have so far released four music videos, with a fifth due out this week. All of the videos were produced and filmed by Shane Davies at Soundtree Studios and Baz Mantis Photography. The band will be playing all of their songs, plus War Pigs (a Black Sabbath cover), at their album release party at Vinyl Destination this Saturday, January 19. Doors open at 7pm. It wouldn’t be a surprise if tickets run out, so get in quick. Tickets for Electric Universe can be bought on www.eventfinda.co.nz or purchased from Vinyl Destination on Devonport Road.

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Tips for taking care of pets during summer With the warmer weather upon us, SPCA is reminding animal owners to be vigilant when it comes to caring for their pets during the summer months. In hotter months, SPCA sees an increase in the volume of complaints relating to animals without shade, animals lacking fresh water, and dogs left in hot cars. “All of these welfare calls can be avoided by owners putting provisions in place and planning ahead for their furry family members,” says SPCA chief executive Andrea Midgen. Dog owners should also be aware that with the introduction of the Ministry for Primary Industries’ new Animal Welfare regulations on October 1, 2018, they can now be ﬁned $300 for leaving their dog in a hot car. “Dogs left in cars is a common welfare issue SPCA responds to during summer. The interior of a car can heat up very quickly on a sunny day. “This situation can be extremely dangerous – even fatal – for dogs and is entirely preventable. “Summer is an enjoyable time of year for pets and people, and there are

simple steps animals owners can take to make sure their pets are safe and happy too.”

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If the purpose of your trip is not for your dog, leave them at home. If you must take your dog with you in the car, bring fresh water and a water dish for them and always take your dog with you when you leave your car. Leaving a dog in a car on a warm day is a risk, as they can quickly suffer and die in hot cars. The new regulation to protect dogs means if you leave your dog in a hot car and it becomes heat stressed, you and the owner of the vehicle can be ﬁned $300. If you see a dog suffering in a hot car, take immediate action by ﬁnding the dog owner or call Police or SPCA. Do not smash the car window as this can put both you and the dog at risk.

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Pets that are fair-skinned or light haired are particularly susceptible to the sun’s harsh rays. Skin cancer occurs commonly in dogs and cats and, even though the fur provides some sun protection, your pet needs a sunblock applied every three to four hours to areas of their body that have no, or little hair. You can buy pet-friendly sunscreen to rub on the tips of their ears, the end of their nose, and on

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Communication is the key to a smooth transition With more than 30,000 migrants entering New Zealand each year, a smooth transition into the everyday life and work of Kiwis is vital.

English Language Partners BOP, one of 23 centres across the country, delivers a range of English-language programmes aimed at helping refugee and migrant learners become conﬁdent in their communication abilities.

Centre manager Philippa Cairns says the organisation has 400 learners locally and 7000 nationally - all of whom are living and working in New Zealand. “In some cases, learners are young mums with no transport and no language,” says Philippa. “They feel extremely isolated, so an at home tutor is an absolute godsend. “We want people to reach a level of English where they are going to be fully productive in New Zealand.” English Language Partners BOP

has a range of programmes to suit everyone, from two-hour, once a week conversation classes right up to a full time, NZQA Level 1 certiﬁcate in English Language. If learners aren’t able to make the classes or are more comfortable learning remotely, at-home courses are also available. “We have a unique blend of qualiﬁed teachers who deal with group classes, as well as trained volunteers who visit students at home,” says Philippa. English Language Partners BOP is currently looking for

more volunteers. “We are looking for people who are able to commit to two hours, once a week, to work with a learner in the learner’s home, and can also commit to the training course. They don’t have to be a teacher. “Becoming a volunteer will give someone a fantastic opportunity to get to know someone from a different culture at a much deeper level than most New Zealanders would be able to do.” For more information, call Philippa on: 07 571 4181 or visit: www.englishlanguage.org.nz

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Results for 2018 NCEA More than 165,000 students accessed their 2018 NCEA results via the New Zealand Qualiﬁcations Authority website. Deputy Chief Executive Kristine Kilkelly says when the results were released on Tuesday, thousands of students went online early to eagerly get their result. “Just under 74,000 students had logged in by 4pm,” says Kristine, “and as we expected, thousands of students logged in each hour throughout the day as they checked or re-checked their results and shared

them with family and friends.” About 1.3 million results booklets had been marked in the lead-up to January 15. Breaking down the numbers per level, 57,000 students had taken part in NCEA level 1 exams, 52,000 in level 2 and 40,000 in level 3. A further 25,000 students had completed internal assessments.

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Are you looking for a new job in 2019? Looking for a new job over the holiday season can be beneﬁcial. While many others wait until February to start job hunting, those who jump the queue and search earlier can land themselves plum roles. While relaxing during your holiday there’s time to think, plan, set new goals for the future and look for ways to up-skill.

Take time out to check the online job market using Seek and other sites. Make sure your online proﬁle is looking professional and up-to-date. Check your résumé, add in any new skills and qualiﬁcations that you have achieved and remember to include any volunteer work you have undertaken during the past year. Make a plan that targets the next year and beyond. This will help focus you on looking for opportunities that may arise, and you’ll be more prepared to take hold of them or be ready

in case potential employers get in touch with you. This is a good time to reflect on your skills and experience, look for new ways to network and link with business and job sectors that may benefit from your skillset. Spend time over your holiday break to reconnect with old friends and colleagues. New work opportunities often spring from well-worn friendships, where people have known you at your best and can see where you will fit within their own business goals.

Building up a set of skills for the fast-paced, growing business world Saunoa Pau is an unsung hero of the corporate world. On a daily basis, you’ll find the junior legal secretary at Holland Beckett Tauranga preparing a wide range of legal documents, managing a database of hundreds of clients, researching legal documents and fulfilling necessary day-to-day administration duties that require her to multi-task, yet remain super-focused for the most part of every day. In a fast-paced world where businesses change and grow at the speed of light, and where senior executives need to be more focused than ever, administrators such as Saunoa need a broad, dynamic skill set that allows them to be the behind-the-scenes backbones of the modern workplace. Their duties may range from calendar management, event management and payroll administration, to website content management and client service. According to Saunoa, who studied the New Zealand Certificate in Business (Administration and Technology level four) at Toi Ohomai, the course allowed her to refresh her skills after working in retail for seven years and helped her secure her role at Holland Beckett Law. “Business administration is not what I

thought it was,” says Saunoa. “I’ve learned so many skills, but the best thing is that I’ve learned about myself. It’s helped me build confidence, skills and helped me figure out what the path is that I want to forge for myself.” Toi Ohomai senior academic staff member Debbie MacRae says that business administration is becoming more popular for students like Saunoa, as well as first-time students and even mums looking to re-enter the workplace. As the nature of the workplace is changing, many companies offer flexible working hours, growth opportunities and the opportunity to work in new, exciting industries. “We see many students with other qualifications come back to study business administration to get a broader range of skills to be able to take on different roles or to help support their current roles,” says Debbie. “Our business administration courses (level three and four) teach students the essential technical skills, as well as skills such as critical thinking and client service.

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Appreciation for dance A Tauranga dance school continues to produce a high standard of dancers 18 years on. Principal and former professional dancer Shireen Breebaart established The Dance Institute in 2001. Located at 14 Roxanne Place, they offer ballet, jazz, contemporary and modern dance, with non-compulsory

exams offered in all disciplines. The major attraction of the year is always the production, with all pupils offered the opportunity to take part. “There is always plenty of excitement during show term, and it is so rewarding to see the students grow in conﬁdence from week to week and year to year” says Shireen. “Our ﬁnal performance is always

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Boost self-esteem and learn to perform After the success of last year’s musical production, Madagascar Jr at Baycourt, which received excellent reviews, directorteacher Paula Harrison says anything is possible at Steps Performing Arts.

A registered teacher of the International Dance Teachers Association, Paula says Steps is a wonderful experience to watch students grow, increase their conﬁdence and self-esteem, while developing new skills both in class and performing on stage. Specialising in musical theatre, theatre dance and tap, Paula says Steps offers structured classes in a friendly atmosphere with emphasis on having fun, gaining conﬁdence and building essential life skills, while learning the art of performance. Students learn vocal training, singing, dance, drama, musical theatre performance and theatre terminology in the musical theatre class. “The aim of the class is to have a balanced performance of the three skills; acting, singing and movement,” says Paula. In theatre dance, which is a combination of ballet and jazz, students learn a form of movement for theatrical performance, preparing the body physically through exercise and stimulating artistic ability, improvisation and

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Gut health on trend in 2019 Over the last ﬁve years, an array of best-selling books and scientiﬁc research has brought gut health into the public’s consciousness.

We now understand that the tiny little microbes that populate our gut have a significant effect on everything from our immunity to our mood. What has been less emphasised, until now, is the direct connection between gut health and skin health. Research shows that in a balanced gut, healthy microbes metabolise substances that improve skin hydration, increase UV protection and slow ageing. Furthermore, you cannot truly heal inflammatory skin conditions like acne, rosacea and eczema without first addressing gut health. Beautiful skin, it turns outs, begins in the gut.

The good news is that there are an increasing amount of resources available to holistic skincare therapists, to help us support our clients to rebalance their gut and renew their skin. Janine Tait, New Zealand’s leading dermonutritionist who is based right here in Tauranga, is launching a book called The Gut-Skin Connection later in 2019. It will include education, recipes and a one week programme to kick-start gut healing. Janine has also released a world-class powder called Bestow Gut Love + which includes probiotics, prebiotics and enzymes to cultivate populations of healthy microbes in the gut. This BIOHM probiotic is unique for being the ﬁrst formulation in the world to include both beneﬁcial bacteria and fungi to support the total microbiome. Bestow Gut Love + is available at Jamele Skincare, and we encourage people who are focused on wellbeing in 2019 to do their gut a favour and introduce this product into their regime. Read more at: www.jamele.co.nz/bestow-gut-love-plus

Taking into consideration the opinions of others “We don’t have to agree about everything to be friends. We do have to treat each other with respect.” Anonymous. I have a friend whose opinions on important things can take quite a different direction to my own. I ﬁnd it stimulating, as she challenges my thinking when she shares her perspectives, and while I may not always agree with these opinions, they enable me to explore new thoughts and options without changing my position unless I so choose.

Having respect for differing points of view prevents my thinking from becoming stagnant, and by being willing to listen with openness, I ﬁnd we can discuss many topics without fear of judgement or pressure to adopt the other’s point of view. How do you respond when someone has a widely different opinion to your own? 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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When it comes to managing your aﬀairs, obtaining the correct and most up to date information is invaluable. We invite you to a seminar with a local solicitor on enduring powers of attorney. We will provide a relaxed environment, one where you can feel comfortable asking questions. Gain an understanding of costs or recent legislative changes and learn about the retirement living and care options available at the village. The presentation will be followed by delicious complimentary refreshments.

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First testing achieves five stars The new Kia Cerato range, which launches in New Zealand in February, has achieved five-star safety ratings in the first round of testing for 2019. The range, including the EX and LX, is fitted with autonomous emergency braking capable of detecting and reacting to pedestrians, and a lane support system with lane keep assist and a lane departure warning. It achieved a score of 90 per cent for adult occupant protection and 83 per cent for child occupant protection. AA Motoring Services general manager Stella Stocks says: “It’s fantastic for the year to start on a high note. “We saw a range of vehicles achieving five-star safety ratings against ANCAP’s increased testing standards in 2018, so it’s really pleasing to see this trend continuing into 2019.

“We hope that all manufacturers are taking note and continue to bring in vehicles which consider the safety of all vehicle occupants - and road users.” The Cerato LX and EX both have two-litre petrol engine and six-speed auto transmissions. The LX is priced

from $31,990 plus on road costs, while the EX is priced from $35,990 plus on road costs. The full list of vehicle safety ratings, other vehicle safety information and the speciﬁcations of the rated vehicles are available at: www.ancap.co.nz or: www.rightcar.govt.nz

A record high for new vehicle registrations New vehicle registrations in New Zealand have just hit another record – 2018 has been named the fifthyear-in-a-row of record high registrations, concreting Kiwis’ long-held love affair with wheels of all kinds. Motor Industry Association chief executive officer David Crawford says despite a softening market, with ups and down during the year, 2018 is the fifth consecutive year of record new vehicle registrations. “While the month of December was down 3.6 per cent – 420 units – on December 2017, it still took the 2018 calendar year to an all-time new record, with a total of 161,519 registrations on corrected figures.

“Registrations for the 2018 year were one per cent – or 1648 units – above the 2017 outturn.” Total registrations of passenger and SUVs for 2018 were slightly down 0.4 per cent – with 403 units – on 2017 volumes, however commercial vehicles were up by four per cent – with 2049 units – compared to the 2017 outturn. But despite 2018’s stellar year, David says given current global economic factors distributor expectations for 2019 indicate a softening of the market. “Further steady growth in the new vehicle sector above 2018 outturn is not expected.”

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Very fortunate Re: ‘Something is out of whack here’, The Weekend Sun, January 4, 2019. I don’t know where A Bourne was working, but he must have been very fortunate. I started working in 1968 when the minimum wage was $1.40 – and my salary was $2000pa, which was considered good money then. Anyone on $7 per hour would have been very well off. Also, I could do all my groceries for $10-15 per week. It is all relative. Don’t forget there was also no equal pay – men did get paid more for the same job. I did payroll at a factory back in the late-1980s and if my memory serves me well, I believe the minimum wage was still less than $7 - around $6.70 or thereabouts. E Pearce, Katikati.

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When common sense prevails With the arrival of Tauranga City’s new big yellow Bay Hopper bus service comes new regard for the paying passenger. On a Monday afternoon, a Bayhopper travelling down Chadwick Road stopped to allow an elderly lady to make her way slowly, very slowly, over a pedestrian crossing. En route, she waved her walking stick at the driver indicating she needed a ride to wherever. No way would she make it to the nearest bus stop, so an obliging bus driver threw open the front door at the pedestrian crossing and waited for her to be seated before resuming the journey. Not so much as an impatient horn blast from the

Bayhopper bus madness Behind the tinted glass windows of the new yellow Bayhopper buses hides a secret. Practically zero customers. My business is on Cameron Road, between 11th and 12th Avenues. This is in a proposed, designated clearway zone for buses. Last Thursday, between 3.45pm and 4.45pm, there were 31 bus movements past my shop carrying a total of 11 customers. Zombie buses ﬁlled with empty seats rushing to empty bus stops. Total madness. There must be a cunning plan to get drivers out of their cars. I hope the council are not using congestion as such a tool. W Sedcole, The Avenues.

eight or so cars held up momentarily behind the bus. I am sure the Occupational Safety and Health department would have had a field day – no boarding or alighting except at designated stops etc etc et-bloody-cetera. Rules are good, but sometimes they demand to be broken. That day, in a flash, common sense and decency prevailed and a major public relations coup was scored for Bay Hopper. Next time one of those big yellow beasts wants to break back into the peak-time traffic flow from a bus stop, I will be first to let him in. Bless yuh Bay Hopper. Carry on as you have started. I Goldsmith, Bureta.

Forget coming to Tauranga’s CBD As a Tauranga resident who recently arrived back in Tauranga off a cruise ship, I now know why so few tourists elect to take the shuttle into Tauranga CBD, and instead opt to go to Rotorua, Matamata or Mount Manganui - much smaller towns who understand the value of tourism. We arrived on New Year’s Day, as did another cruise ship. One would think the potential of having 4000plus visitors to our city on one day would inspire local ofﬁcials, shop keepers, community groups and clubs to show a little initiative, even if it was a public holiday. One thing we can be sure of is those visitors that did choose to visit Tauranga’s CBD will be telling all of their friends and family not to bother. The shuttle was an ordinary bus that cost $15 for the return trip. The shuttle’s route into Tauranga CBD after leaving State Highway 2 is Dive Crescent (appropriately named), The Strand, which housed a number of homeless with their mattresses in shop doorways, and then ﬁnally The Strand Reclamation, where visitors disembarked. Prior to disembarking to a gorse-covered railway fence, the visitors were advised that as it was a public holiday, only a few shops were open. We only saw one. If Tauranga can’t do better than this then we don’t deserve the tourist dollar. K Bailey, Tauranga.

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Ode to middle class Kiwis The middle class - the invisible third of New Zealand who are groaning under the weight and working all the hours God sends to fund everything in this country. But no worries, we can still pay more says this coalition government. A government who has signed the ‘Global Migration’ pact to say ‘please bring in every dead beat and car bomber from around the world - our middle class will fund all until retirement!’ Give them all our free healthcare and pensions. Many baby boomers (and parents) who built and funded NZ’s infrastructure and the ‘think big projects’ are now refused their entitlement - the fruits of their labour. Just give to all and sundry, but just not the people who worked for it! Mr Cullen [from Labour class of 84]

is away dreaming up more ways to tax we middle class. It seems it’s possible to keep sucking blood out of a stone just for our government to squander it. Our so-called indigenous people think we owe them everything, so it’s the middle-class Kiwi again who must pay all. Not the people from 170-odd years ago. Tax? The wealthy and Maori are exempt, along with Asians and Indians who run their cash society so don’t pay tax. The public servants get their big wage rises, but not the working middle class who work for a pittance! You can only keep sucking blood out of the stone for so long, because in the end the middle class become the poor. Then who funds all? C Humphreys, Katikati.

A strong message to litterbugs Falls project a success You can have all the rules, regulations and fines you like for littering, but you are flogging a dead horse. Fines don’t work. Some people don’t care and, more often than not, fines don’t get paid. Most people are clean, tidy Kiwis. They take their litter home or put it in rubbish bins provided. Others don’t give a big rat’s butt and will leave or chuck their rubbish anywhere but in a bin – and not only rubbish but animals as well, as was the case recently when someone threw a kitten out their car window as they drove along a highway. Despicable wastes of space. They have

no respect for themselves or anyone or anything else. When litterers are found, they should have to remove their litter from the dumping spot and pay to take it to a proper recycling station, with no ﬁnes. The same applies to tourists if they are seen dumping litter or leaving their “personal bodily waste” anywhere in our beautiful country. The government and councils are far too lenient. They think a ﬁne will solve everything, but a slap on the wrist with a wet bus ticket isn’t working. S Gussey, Tauranga

Congratulations to Tauranga City Council for approving the upgrading of the much-needed fundamental facilities at the internationally famous Omanawa Falls. Neighbours have been frustrated for a long time with the lack of car parking, so cars park all over the road. Now, with a dedicated car parking area, better access to the falls and with viewing platforms and toilets, this wonderful place will take on a whole new charm. No longer will the young people who come from all over the world have to use illegal dodgy accesses - no more crapping in the falls, no more anti-social behaviour. Thank you TCC. We look forward to the work being completed in 2019 – sooner, rather than later. M Murray-Benge, Bethlehem.

Sustainability or ideology? Our new bus service in Matua is so frequent, with no passengers mostly. Is this a result of transport planners’ ideology, that we must ride public transport when currently the need is not evident? The expense to our community is fossil fuel pollution from empty diesel bus trafﬁc. Does this need an urgent review of strategy by representatives on council if we are to be a responsible, sustainable city? I Chittey, Matua.

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The Weekend Sun’s ever popular guide to ‘What’s On’ in the Bay. Pg36 THE WEEKEND SUN

Lettuce Inn for music and art Katikati is ofﬁcially one of the best towns in New Zealand. That’s what they tell me.

It was a headline I read the other day, and I think what bugs me most about

it is the word ‘ofﬁcially’. Forget what you know – this is ofﬁcial. How bizarre. A bunch of people analysed census data from four decades, then came up with about as random a list as you

could imagine of eight places that are now ‘officially’ the best towns in New Zealand. In case you missed it, the other seven official slices of heaven are Whitianga, Motueka, Coromandel, Queenstown, Mapua, Moerewa and Opotiki. I happen to think Katikati is fantastic. So excellent, in fact, that it is hopefully secure enough in its own excellence to not require validation from a dumb newspaper article about a dumb list. It certainly punches above its weight from a cultural perspective. Not only are there events such as the recent River Sounds Festival featuring Swamp Thing and a bunch of others, but they have outfits such as Katch Katikati, who constantly create and promote community events including the recent Avocado Food and Wine Festival, and groups such as the Folk Club hosting regular concerts.

art festival, Live Music at the Lettuce Inn #6. Let me tell you how it works... The festival takes place in lovely grounds amongst an avocado grove on the Liberty Growers’ hydroponic lettuce and herb farm at 33 Sedgemoor Lane. Gates open at 3pm, just before the music starts. It runs ‘til around 10pm. And, again, there's a plethora of music, from established and up-and-coming indie bands, including Dunedin’s Julian Temple Band and The Something Quartet, and Wellington’s Dam Dans, as well as Bangers and Smash, Birdhouse, Bree Rose, DJ Kitten Witch and Grown Downz.

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If you happen to be at the Mount you can get a preview of the Julian Temple Band at the Mount Brewing Co. on January 25. It's a free gig, kicking off at 9pm, Twilight Concerts and both shows are part of their Then there is the continuing 18-stop nationwide tour following Twilight Concert series in a highly successful album release the beautiful Haiku Reserve, tour back in June. with music ranging from The San Francisco/Dunedin the likes of funk ensemble minstrels are playing tracks from The Hipstamatics and those their latest album, Antarctica, purveyors of maximum rhythm which reached an impressive ‘n’ blues Brilleaux, to the more number one slot on the NZ Julian Temple Band. middle of the road sounds featured Independent Music Charts and number on Saturday, January 26, when Paul Madsen five on the Official NZ Album Charts. and his band play songs from the Bee Gees, This is their sixth album and they are well worth Eagles and Queen. checking out, with their raw, energetic, bluesy live Frankly, tribute bands give me the screaming shows becoming quite legendary. heebie-jeebies, but each to their own. Meanwhile, the other Dunedin band on the bill However, another of Katikati's musical gems have just released a debut album. The Something happens on the same day just across town. It’s the Quartet’s Can I Have a Second? is an ambitious sixth iteration of Katikati’s very own indie pop and venture, a musical and visual collaboration, with six visual artists recruited and asked to create a piece of artwork for one song each. One of the artists, Mishca GIGGUIDE & Rhys Hill, then took the completed artworks and ENTERTAINMENT used them to create the album cover. You can find a video on their website at: MT RSA from 10pm www.thesomethingquartet.com and the music is on th Fri 18 Sparx 7pm – all the usual digital platforms. 10:30pm THE BARREL ROOM On the art front at the festival, there’ll be Sat 19th Blaze 7:30pm Sat 19th Mike Garner & installations from Deano Sheriffs, Katja Pott, Jess th Sun 20 Back Porch 4:30pm Robbin Lavën. No cover Covell, Chris Miler and Katikati College art students, charge. 7:30pm – 7:30pm and live painting by Indi Martin-Wells. Food-wise there'll be wood-fired pizzas and other JACK DUSTY’S ALE HOUSE MOUNT SOCIAL CLUB (Bureta) vegetarian and vegan nibbles, but you're also invited Fri 18th Alice Sea 6pm, then to bring your own snacks, along with beverages, Sun 20th Blaze 3pm – 6pm DJ Amelio from 10pm chairs, shade and good attitudes. Sat 19th Foxtrots Tour 6pm, THE JAM FACTORY There are pre-sale tickets available through then DJ Zac from 10pm (HISTORIC VILLAGE) Eventbrite ‘til January 21 and (limited) gate sales are Sun 20th Special Live Strean Sat 19th Gecko – UK artist. $25. Some $40 family passes are available on the day 432 Radio from Akl, 4+ DJs Tickets $10. Doors open at or from: contactmokonui@gmail.com. Camping can 3pm-9pm 6:30pm, show starts 7pm also be arranged for $5 per person, via email. th Thurs 24 Social Jam Night See you there!

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Something for everyone at book fair “We’ve got a good range of books,” says acting president Coleen Lloyd, “like the latest novels, children’s books, young adult books, large print books and a big stack of CDs and records.” Many groups have been assisted by donations over the years, such as St Johns, Waipuna Hospice, Homes of Hope, food banks, local surf clubs, annual bursaries for Mount College students, St Johns Land Search and Rescue, barbecue for Moa Park, plus numerous donations to support other clubs in their endeavours to better the community. The fair has something for everyone. Come down and check it out on Friday, January 25 from 5pm, and January 26-27 from 8am at Mount Sports Centre. Eftpos is available, and please bring your own bags.

The Mount Maunganui and District Lioness Club members Shirley Richardson, Barry Jamieson and Coleen Lloyd.

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Saturday 19 January Beth-El Messianic Family

Celebrate family life with Jews & Gentiles gathering as Yeshua (Jesus) & the early believers did. 10am Otumoetai Primary. Joel 021 768 043

Carboot Sale

Tauranga South Community Patrol Carboot Sale Greerton Village School 151 Greerton Rd. Setup 7am onwards. Single site $5, double site $10. Ph Shirley 577 1116

Gecko Live in Tauranga

From Glastonbury & Edinburgh Fringe festival performing with Ed Sheeran, Lee Scratch Perry & Billy Bragg Londoner Gecko now comes to the Jam Factory Tauranga. https://www.eventspronto.co.nz/ gecko

Greerton Hall Market

Last Saturday of month. 8am-12pm. Stalls inside/outside. Discounts for charity groups. Refreshments available. Phone/ txt for site. Tricia 07 543 1487 or 027 908 2952, www facebook.com/greertonhallmarket

Jam Factory Show

Tonight! UK Singer-storyteller Gecko. Doors open at 6:30pm at the Jam Factory, Historic Village, 17th Ave. Tickets $10. For more info go to www.theincurbator.co.nz

Katikati Bowling Club

8 Park Road. 12:45-3pm. Ph Phil Green 549 5344

Katikati Lions Moggies Market

2nd Sat of month Katikati Memorial Hall, Main Road 8am-Noon. Enquiries 549 3589

LOL Laughter Wellness

Kick the year off with a dose of merriment & mirth. Come & join us at Arataki Community Centre, Zambuk Way, Mt Maunganui 11-11:45am

Narcotics Anonymous

Open meeting every Sat 7:308:30pm, at Hanmer Clinic (behind Super Liquor), 1235 Cameron Rd, Greerton. If using drugs is causing you problems, ph 0800 NA TODAY

Petanque Tauranga

Tga/BOP Club, at Club Mt Maunganui 12:50pm start. All welcome to try a new sport. Equip available, all coaching given. Ph Jo Ann 578 3606

Social Group

Unique club for people with a mild disability. 25 to 45. Various friendly fortnightly outings. Ph 07 575 3739 or 021 206 2980

Tauranga Fuchsia Group

Meet at Art/Craft Centre Elizabeth St West, last Saturday of the month except Dec/Jan at 1:30pm. Growing fuchsias. Pat 579 1655 Noeleen 578 4643

Tauranga Rotaries March Book-Sale

Please donate books, records, CDs, DVDs, jigsaws, sheet music. Drop off at 24 Montana Dr, 20 Ririnui Pl. Ph Anne 543 5350 or Ross 544 0817

The Sociables

Females & males in the 30s/40s/50s age group that meet up to participate in local activities & events, bushwalks & dining out. Ph 022 012 0376

Croquet

Tauranga Domain, Cameron Road, 12:45 for 1pm start. Sun, Tues, Fri. Beginners welcome. Peter 571 0633

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

Farming Like Grandad

Vintage machinery, farm crafts, spinning, weaving, butter-making, wagon rides, food, music. SH30 Kawerau (opposite Military Rd) 27th Jan 10am-3pm

Historic Village Market

Great market every 1st & 3rd Sunday from 8am-12 pm at 17th Ave. Fruit & veg, crafts, tools, food, plants, clothes & paintings.

Mah Jong Te Puke

Every Thursday & Sunday at Lyceum Clubrooms Palmer Pl Te Puke. 12:45-4pm. Learners welcome. Gig 537 5355 or 0274 306 383

Narcotics Anonymous

Open meeting every Sunday, 7-8pm, at Hanmer Clinic (behind Super Liquor), 1235 Cameron Rd, Greerton. If using drugs is causing you problems, ph 0800 NA TODAY

NZDA BOP Range Day

NZDA BOP branch run public open days last Sunday each month at their 300m range in TECT All Terrain Park. 9am-3pm $20 bring ﬁrearms licence

Omokoroa Lions Market

2nd Sunday monthly. Western Ave Car Park, Omokoroa. 9am-noon. Bookings not required. Ph Keith 548 2117

Papamoa Lions Club Market

Village Radio Museum

2nd & 4th Sunday Gordon Spratt Reserve, Parton Rd, Papamoa. Gates open 7am for stall holder entry. Wayne 027 974 5699

Sunday 20 January

Greerton Community Hall. Doors open 6:45pm. Starts 7pm. Door fee $10 then everything free. Psychics, Healers, Refreshments. Over 25 practitioners free! www. psychicccafe.nz Be there!

Community Radio broadcasting nostalgic music & Community Notices seven days on 1368 KHz AM Band. Radio Museum open from 10am. Request line 571 3710

Aquarian Sadhana

Sadhana means spiritual practice. Meet your higher self each morning. Your life will bear the signature of your soul. The LightRoom, 325 Maunganui Rd 5:30am

Art On The Strand

Original art for sale. The Strand, Tauranga. 9am-4pm . Weather permitting. Tauranga Society of Artists.

Psychic Cafe Spiritual Meet

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 1:30-4pm, in pond behind 24 Montego Drive

Papamoa, sailing Electron Yachts for fun. Adult beginners welcome. Graham 572 5419

welcome 7:30pm start, names in by 7:15pm. Ph Paul 576 6324

TePuke Country Music Club

Open meeting every Monday, 7-8pm, at Hillier Centre, 31 Gloucester Rd, Mt Maunganui. If using drugs is causing you problems ph 0800 NA TODAY

1pm at Te Puke Citz & RSA Club. All welcome. Members a plate please. Ph Gayle 573 8255

Monday 21 January Adult Social Ballroom/Latin Dance

Free Introductory Beginner Dance Lesson 4th Feb 7pm Club Mt Maunganui. Partner not necessary, Just come along! Ph Dean Smith 021 230 3187 www.udance2. co.nz

Alcoholics Anonymous

Open meeting 10am. Tauranga Central Baptist Church,13th Ave/ Cameron Rd. All welcome. Ph 0800 229 6757

Argentine Tango

A close-embrace dance that will change your life! Come on guys meet friendly young dancers to walk this ‘journey’. Ph/Txt 020 4006 1340

Chess At Mount Maunganui

Mount RSA Chess Club, 544 Maunganui Rd, 6-7pm during school term. Late program 7pm onwards. Incl casual games. Noel 579 5412

Citizens Advice Bureau Tauranga

Free conﬁdential impartial information & advice. Don’t know? Ask us! Ph or visit us at 38 Hamilton St Tauranga Mon-Fri 9am-5pm 07 578 1592 or 0800 367 222

Dutch Friendly Support Network

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

Free Diabetes Clinic

Call in 10-12 to see our Diabetes Nurse Educator. The Diabetes Centre @ Graced, 174 11th Ave, Tauranga. INFOLine 0278 830 158

Genies Unbottled Experienced Dancers

Renew your joy of dance at 7pm. Casual classes by koha (donation). Ph Linley 027 286 3452 or 552 4352 or through facebook.

Harmony-A-Plenty Barbershop Chorus

Our Chorus teaches you to sing & enjoy a great craft. Meets 7pm, 183 Moffatt Rd, Bethlehem. Ph Gordon 07 576 5008. Welcomes new members.

Indoor Bowling

St Columba Indoor Bowling Club, 502 Otumoetai Rd, Cherrywood. Year starts 4 Feb. All playing levels

Narcotics Anonymous

Recycled Teenagers Gentle Exercise

Mon/Wed Tga Senior Citz Club 14 Norris St. 9:15-10:45am. Tues St Marys Hall cnr Girven & Marlin 9-10:30. Jennifer 571 1411 or 027 206 0776

TaiChi Internal Arts

Beginner class 9:30am Greerton Senior Citizens Hall 33 Maitland St, Greerton. All welcome. $5 per class. Concesssion card avail. Ph David 552 4425

Tauranga Creative Fibre

Every Monday 9:30am, also 2nd & 4th Thursday 7pm. Learn/share spinning, weaving, felting, knitting, crochet & all things ﬁbre. 177 Elizabeth St. Margaret 571 3483

Tauranga RocknRoll Club

Lessons 6:45pm & social dancing 7:30pm at Legion of Frontiersmen Hall, 165 Elizabeth St. Ph Rana 027 699 5571 or www.taurangarocknrollclub.org.nz

Tauranga Senior Citizens Club

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

Tauranga Vision Friendship Club

For retirees. Friendship, speakers, outings, social gatherings. Meets 4th Monday each month 10am at Citizens Club. Ph Bryan 570 2483

Tuesday 22 January Adult Learner Courses Taster

Looking to learn something new? At St Peters in the City 5pm8:30pm. Sample a heap of courses, classes, workshops. Arts, dance, crafts,cooking, clubs, yoga, DIY, lifestyle, health www.letslearn.co.nz

Alcoholics Anonymous

Open Meeting every Tuesday night, 7:30pm St Peters Anglican Church, 11 Victoria Rd, Mt Maunganui. All welcome. Ph 0800 229 6757

Altrusa Ladies Group

Leading to a Better Community. Interested? email Denise dkbean@ kinect.co.nz. ph/txt 027 284 6828. Meet 2nd Tues business & social 4th Tues.

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THE WEEKEND SUN Citizens Advice Bureau Papamoa

Free conﬁdential impartial information & advice. Don’t know? Ask us! Ph or visit us at Community Centre 15 Gravatt Road Papamoa Tues-Thurs 10am-1pm 07 574 9862 or 0800 367 222

Fitness League

Ladies exercise, stretching, strength & balance exercise, ﬂoor work & dance. St Columba Church, 502 Otumoetai Rd, Cherrywood 9:30-10:30am. Ph Gloria 021 139 2448

Golf In The City

Golf for all, Otumoetai golf Club. Tee off from 3:30-5:30pm. Meals available. Prizes & fun. All welcome.

Let’s Learn Lifelong Learning

Are you a lifelong learner ? Check out the range of courses, workshops, classes, lectures, lessons & events on www.letslearn.co.nz or ph 544 9557

Narcotics Anonymous

Womens’ meeting every Tuesday at Downstairs Hall (accessed from building’s rear), Salvation Army Recovery Church, 51 Fifth Ave. (Children welcome). Ph 0800 NA TODAY

Otumoetai Walking Group

Meet at 9am at Kulim Park. Ph Jim 576 7339

Petanque

Twilight TuesdaysTga/ BOP Club at Club Mt Maunganui 4-6pm. All Welcome to try a new sport. Equip available, all coaching given. Ph Jo Ann 578 3606

Scrabble

Tauranga Scrabble Club 8:50am12pm. 3 games Tauranga Bridge Club Ngatai Rd. New players very welcome Ph 578 3606

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 Astronomical Society

Tonight 3 video lectures: Solar System’s geology: Andromeda MilkyWay collision: galaxy’s mysterious star: latest from craft New Horizon. Fergusson Park Observatory 7:30

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 Samba Brazilian Drumming

Percussion band. 7:15-9:15pm. Mount Sports Hall, Cnr Hull & Mt Maunganui Rds. No experience reqd. Ph/txt Rob 021 232 7185 for info

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. Ph Bhajan 07 929 7484

Wednesday 23 January

Alcoholics Anonymous

Open meeting 10am 1st/3rd Wed of month. Tauranga Central Baptist Church. 13th Ave/Cameron Rd. All welcome. Ph 0800 229 6747

Belly Dance Beginner Class

Learn basic technique of this sassy dance form! Have fun, keep ﬁt St Columba Church Hall 502 Otumoetai Rd, Tauranga, 6:30pm. Ph 021 124 5982 arabianspicebd@gmail.com

Cards

500, social, evenings to suit, some experience in card playing required. Ph Chris 572 3834

Cards Cribbage

Do you play crib or would like to learn? Every Wednesday at Greerton RSA starting time 1pm sharp. Ph Michael 562 0517

Fantasy Dance Beginner Dancers

Escape into dance with us at 7pm. Exciting props provided. Casual classes. Ph Linley 027 286 3452 or 552 4352 or Genies Unbottled on facebook.

Katikati Bowling Club

8 Park Road. Mixed Roll-ups 12:453pm. Ph Phil Green 549 5344

Narcotics Anonymous

Steps meeting (Closed), every Wednesday, 7:30-9pm, at Downstairs Hall (accessed from building’s rear carpark), Salvation Army Recovery Church, 51 Fifth Avenue, Tauranga. Ph 0800 NA TODAY

Steady As You Go

Exercises at St Johns Church Hall Bureta, 2-3pm except 1st Wed each month. Improve balance & overall wellbeing. Ph Alison 07 576 4536

Tauranga Embroiderers’ Guild

Meets every Wednesday at Tauranga Rowing Club, Devonport Rd 10am2:30pm & 7-9pm. Beginners very welcome. Jenny Williams 07 219 7740

Tauranga MidWeek Tramping Grp

Okataina to Humphrey’s Bay. Grade moderate. Margaret 576 4326

Tauranga Rotary Would-Be Members

Time, passion to spare for helping in your community? Like fun, food, enlightening speakers? Join us from 6pm, Daniels In The Park. Ph Bev 027 285 4066

Toastmasters City Early Start

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

WANTED Books/CDs/DVDs/Puzzles

For Mount Lions Lioness Clubs Annual Bookfair. Drop-off 31 Maitland Rd Greerton, 24 Twickenham Ct Bethlehem,126 Santa Monica Dr, Papamoa. For collection ph 575 2725

Welcome Home Spiritual Community

Elaine Sollitt World Of Crystals. Experience, feel, see how they work. St Georges Lounge,1 Church St, Gate Pa. 7:15-8:45pm $5. Bring your crystals along Elaine 021 1264790

Thursday 24 January 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 7pm at Wesley Church 13th Ave, singing for fun & health. Ph Bernice 576 4848 Facebook Keynotes Inc.

Narcotics Anonymous

Mens’ meeting (Closed), every Thursday, 7:30-8:30pm, at Papamoa Library, 15 Gravatt Rd, Papamoa. If using drugs is causing you problems, maybe we can help. Ph 0800 NA TODAY

Tauranga Model Railway Club

Club Night every Thurs 7:30 in club rooms, cnr Mirrelees & Cross Rds, Sulphur Point. Ph Mike Oldﬁeld 926 9198

Friday 25 January Alcoholics Anonymous

Open meeting 10am every Friday. Tauranga Central Baptist Church, 13 Ave/Cameron Rd. All welcome. Ph 0800 229 6757

Art Exhibition Waihi

Studio Art Waihi presents their annual exhibition at Waihi Memorial Hall. Friday through Monday 10am-4pm. Guest Artists Hauraki Wood Turners.

Cards

500, social, evenings to suit, some experience in card playing required. Ph Chris 572 3834

Chess Tauranga

Tauranga RSA Chess Club, Greerton 5-7pm, Casual & Standard length games. Ph Werner 548 1111 http:/www.westernbopchess.weebly. com/

Learning About Tauranga Faith-Groups

Exploring the diverse religious traditions contributing to NZ society. 6-8:15pm St Georges Church, 1 Church Street. Full description & enrolments at www.rdc.org.nz/classes/

Narcotics Anonymous

Open meeting every Fri at Hillier Centre, 31 Gloucester Rd, Mt Maunganui, 7:30-8:30pm. If using drugs is causing you problems, maybe we can help ph 0800 NA TODAY

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Perhaps you thought you couldn’t relate to a God who sacriﬁced His Son for all. Think again.

During the summer holidays, quite a few music bands have visited Tauranga - like Toto for the very ﬁrst time in New Zealand - playing wonderful concerts of great variety.

Jesus cried out in his last painful moments on the cross: “Father forgive them, for they know not what they do.” And God did. He regarded Jesus’ sacriﬁce as an acceptable payment or atonement for the sins of all who would believe.

WESLEY CHURCH 9.30am MORNING WORSHIP Led by Ngaire Southon Minister: Rev Leigh Sundberg 100, 13th Avenue, Tauranga ph: 578-8493 http://www.wesley.co.nz

People of that day better understood the significance of sacrifices for sins. This may seem strange to us in our culture, because we no longer have sacrifices for sin. Or do we? Perhaps we’ve wronged a loved one and felt the need to make it up or atone for what we’ve done, but our sacrificial efforts have fallen short in our own minds or theirs. I know people who, when they do evil, also feel they need to make things

ST STEPHENS CHURCH 9.30am MORNING WORSHIP - Holy Communion Led by Rev Leigh Sundberg 1.00pm TONGAN LANGUAGE WORSHIP Deacon: Margaret Birtles Brookfield Terrace, Otumoetai ph: 576-4961

ST JAMES UNION CHURCH 10.00am MORNING WORSHIP Starts with a cuppa at 9.30am Cnr Devon & Pooles Road, Greerton ph: 541-2182

A new song of praise

up to a God they don’t know or don’t really believe in. They try to do good to make up for the bad things they’ve done. God, however, has provided us with a perfect way of atonement to be reconciled to Him. It used to be by the blood of bulls and goats, but now it is by accepting the perfect “once and for all” sacriﬁce of His Son. David Kidd Church of God’s Love (7th Day)

People have flocked to enjoy their music, listening to old favourites and some new songs never performed before. What joy for the concert goers! This made me think of a truth stated in Psalm 40:3, where the Psalmist David says that God “put a new song in my mouth, a song of praise to our God”. For David, the context of this Psalm was actually one of great melancholy - he was greatly distressed about the overwhelming number of difficulties and problems he was facing in life (verses 11-12). But rather than turning to the vices of this world (things like alcohol or drugs) to escape his troubles, David instead turned his attention to God. He remembered the many times and ways in the past when God had faithfully delivered and helped him (verses 1-2) during previous difficult circumstances. As a consequence, he found fresh joy flooding his soul and renewed hope as he looked to God to deliver him. David’s experience of God has a lesson for us as we commence 2019. Rather than trusting in our own abilities to solve the difficulties we face, look actively to God in complete dependence and trust to find a way forward. David looked expectantly for God’s fresh mercies every day. Part of this act of trust involved David praying (verse 1) to God. And when he saw how God delivered him from his troubles and difficulties (verse 2), he also found God put a new song of praise in his heart (verse 3). When we become Christians by faith in God’s work in Christ, we receive His fresh mercies every day and indeed learn to sing new songs of praise to our mighty God. Richard Roodt – Bay Bible Fellowship

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Anything and everything electrical Langton Electrical and Inspection Services is your local go-to business for anything and everything electrical. They now including installation of electrical vehicle charging outlets, and keep up-to date with all the latest energy saving products. Darren Langton working on a switch board. Owner-operator Darren Langton Photo: Bruce Barnard. says Langton Electrical and For a prompt, professional service give Darren Inspection Services can help with a call on Freephone: 0800 720120 or email: anything electrical, domestic or langtonelectrical@gmail.com commercial, including new builds and renovations. “We also specialise in upgrading to LED lighting, landscape and security lighting and electrical inspections for pre-purchase properties,” says Darren. “We offer warranties for caravans and campervans, to help keep you safe this summer, and a prompt, professional service with more than 20 years’ experience.” Langton Electrical and Inspection Services provides great services for locals between Katikati and Tauranga.

All in the preparation Anyone can paint a roof, but the team at Impact Roof Maintenance has more than 20 years’ worth of experience and know just how important preparation is. They clean and carry out all of the necessary repairs before painting the roof. Why is preparation so important? That’s easy – the results last much longer! Shane Green from Impact Roof Maintenance is so confident about his workmanship that he guarantees his work. “We specialise in general roof repairs and maintenance,” says Shane, “as well as re-roofs, including de-nailing and re-screwing, replacing damaged or rusted sheets and repairs to flashings, including chimney flashings and repointing.” He also offers tile replacement on concrete tile roofs, moss treatments and gutter cleaning. Don’t worry if you have an urgent job, including a roof leak, just call the experts. One of the team will get there fast to avoid any unnecessary damage. “We have all our own edge protection, so there’s no need to deal with several

Shane Green applying undercoat to a roof before two top coats. Photo: Bruce Barnard.

different companies just to get your roof painted,” says Shane. Call Shane on: 021 331 071 to book.

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SCHOOL BUS DRIVER ‐ TE PUKE Get on Board with Go Bus Transport and make a change in your life. We are looking for permanent part-time staff for School Bus Drivers based at our Te Puke Depot to start on the 4th of February 2019. We offer ongoing training, career progression, competitive remuneration and a supporting work environment. You will need: • Class 1 is essential (must have held for 2+ years). • Excellent customer service and communication skills. • Positive attitude and teamwork. Desirable but not essential: • Class 2 and 4 Licenses (although, we can assist you in obtaining this). • A current P endorsement (although, we can assist you in obtaining this). If you want to be part of our special Te Puke team or want to know more, then we want to hear from you! Our recruitment process includes a Drug and Alcohol Test and Ministry of Justice Check. Don’t let this role drive by! Apply today! Apply by emailing your CV to Raewyn Anderson, raewyn.anderson@gobus.co.nz or call (07) 5736949. Applications close on the 31st January 2019

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RUN ON LISTINGS accomm available

FLAT AVAILABLE IN Te Puke. Suit working person. Ph 022 411 9304

bible digest

TO EVERYTHING THERE is a season, and a time to every purpose under the heaven. Ecclesiastes 3:1

computers

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

A1 HOME & GARDEN SERVICES Tree pruning, weeding, hedges, waterblasting, home maintenance, lifestyle blocks, commercial, rubbish removal. Affordable rates. Ph Philip 027 655 4265 or 544 5591

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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

Found Adult Tortoiseshell Female Cat, Gate Pa Area, Ref: 144753, Ph SPCA

builds, renovations. Fast, friendly service. Ph Andrew 022 354 1960

Found Adult White Black Flemish X Male Rabbit, Bellevue Area, Ref: 146250, Ph SPCA

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

Found Adult Red Eared slider Female, Greerton Area, Ref: 146051, Ph SPCA

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

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

PIANO & SINGING LESSONS available. Also ukulele for seniors. Learn to play in 4 lessons. Greerton area. Experienced teacher. Ph Judy 027 656 0011

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livestock

lost & found

FOUND KITTENS & PUPPIES Various Colours, Various Sex, Various Areas, PH SPCA 07 578 0245 Found Adult Grey Tabby Female Cat, Papamoa Area, Ref: 145652, Ph SPCA Found Adult Tabby Female Cat, Katikati Area, Ref: 146263, Ph SPCA Found Adult Grey White Female Cat, Gate Pa Area, Ref: 145391, Ph SPCA Found Adult Tabby White Male Cat, Pyes Pa, Ref: 145444, Ph SPCA

Found Adult Tan/White Lop X Male Rabbit, Poike Area, Ref: 146044, Ph SPCA

Found Adult Tabby Female Cat, Gate Pa Area, Ref: 146035, Ph SPCA Found Senior Tabby White Female Cat, Judea Area, Ref: 146048, Ph SPCA

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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, 18+ years experience, NZ registered. Residential & commercial, maintenance & service, new

PICTURE FRAMERS, 63 Lemon Grove, Otumoetai. Pensioner rates. Special now on for Diploma framing! Ph 07 576 0657 or 021 862 523 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

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) Feb 27th Aladdin The Musical Stage Show Auckland Matinee. (2) March 19th The Autumn Colours of The East Coast Paciﬁc Highway. (3) March 12-13th The Terracotta Warriors Overnight. (4) April 8th Southern Hawkes Bay, Wallingford House & Cape Turnagain Historic Homes. Free Door to Door service. Day Trips, Shows & free beautiful colour catalogue: BOOK NOW: 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

Kiwi rock legends took to the stage on Sunday night to give a rare performance. Fiona Cosgrove, Corben Simpson and other musicians came from far and wide to join Maurice Greer and his band Human Instinct for a special night of music. The sold-out show at The Entertainers Club, which meets at Tauranga Citizens Club each month, pulled in keen rock and roll music lovers from Auckland to Palmerston North.

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