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2 October 2020, Issue 1208

Let’s talk turbans Inside

Born to ride p4

100 years apart p6

Surviving winter p11

You don’t have to be a Sikh to wear a turban. The general public is getting a chance on Saturday to try out a turban and see how it fits

Turban Day has become something an annual tradition in Tauranga and an opportunity to learn about the Sikh religion and meet members of the local Sikh community. One of the organisers Rishipreet Singh, says there

will be volunteers on hand to help tie turbans and answer questions. There will also be free, cooked food for visitors which is all part of a tradition known as ‘langar’. Read the story on page 7. Photo: John Borren.

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A month of groundhog days Weekend Sun sales consultant Ian Evans has just finished an emergency trip back home to Australia, complete with 28 days of managed isolation. His wife and Weekend Sun reporter Alisha Evans reports. A month in a hotel doesn’t sound too bad but when your worst fear The Weekend Sun BOP Times is realised Combined and you Circulation need to get back 69,062 circulation of NZME 10,162 home to Australia quickly, it sooncirculation becomes an inescapable nightmare. The news came in of a family emergency Combined BOP Times, Katikati Advertiser and with the shock came the reality. and Te Puke Times circulation is p: 07 578 0030 The next available flight was over a month less than HALF with only 32,138 in total. e: ads@thesun.co.nz away but a call to a friend in the travel industry secured one within days. Knowing we’d face at least six weeks apart at one of the hardest times in Ian’s life was gut wrenching. I couldn’t be there for him or his family. All I wanted to do was hug them and try to make sense of the situation. “One of the most difficult parts was having to deal with what I needed to deal with without having the physical presence of my wife for support.”

Welcome home

Ian’s arrival in Sydney was confronting. After a health check and immigration he’s met by the defence force and federal police, then directed to a bus, accompanied by a police escort. In the city centre he’s told he will be isolating at the Travelodge. An 8m by 3m hotel room is home for the next 14 days. No time outside - just four walls and the hum of an air conditioner. “I needed to keep myself mentally fit and not let my head go into the situation.” Ian worked remotely a few hours a day, filling the rest of his time with TV, social media and occasional computer games. When screen time got boring he would take photos of the outside world. He positioned himself by the window for the six minutes of sun that would crack through the Sydney skyline into his room. Ian gave daily updates about the washing on the apartment balcony across the street until it got taken in after eight days. Exercise was also a challenge. “It was nine footsteps from one end of the room to the other, so I moved a piece of furniture and I could turn nine steps into about 14 by walking in a circle. I would try and do that for five minutes, then I would

run on the spot for a minute.” The routine was rounded out by 20 push ups on the window sill repeated three times. Days revolved around meals. In Sydney, a catering company was used and meals usually consisted of meat, carbs and veggies, except for breakfast which would be either cereal or if you were lucky a ‘hot’ breakfast, delivered the night before and microwaved. The daily support he received from staff was amazing. Nurses called for a daily health check and a psychologist would check in every couple of days.

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“It’s important for people to know that the workers on the other side of it, generally speaking, do a fantastic job and they deserve to be treated with respect because they haven’t asked for this situation either.” The only time Ian had a personal interaction was for the two COVID-19 tests. Nurses in full PPE swabbed both nostrils and the back of his throat. “I could feel the first nose swab in the back of my throat. “It’s uncomfortable but not painful and your eyes water for a while afterwards.”

Ian Evans reflects on his 28 days in managed isolation on either side of the ditch. Photo: John Borren.

The first breath of fresh air on his release day made even Sydney’s air taste sweet. “When I got out, it was mixed feelings as much as it was exciting to finally leave a small hotel room. It was also the start of dealing with a situation that nobody really wants to deal with.” On the return journey Ian knew what to expect but the challenges were different. “All I wanted to do was get home and you were so close to home.” The biggest difference was the ability to leave the room and the Stamford Plaza in central Auckland was a nicer hotel. “You could get out of the room. Getting fresh air and some sunlight made it a little bit more tolerable.” The food was also a big improvement with a menu and a few options rather than the ‘you get what you get and you don’t get upset’ approach at the Sydney hotel. Ian worked full-time in Auckland and tried to get outside at least once a day. Much as he didn’t want to be there in either country it was a necessary part of the process to stop COVID at the border. “It’s a crap sandwich that everyone travelling has to take a bite out of.”

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3 Rotary Club of Tauranga Sunrise president Rhonda Wisbey with club community services chair Pat Taylor. Photo: John Borren.

Tough calls made on grants The Rotary Club of Tauranga Sunrise has announced nearly $25,000 of funding grants to local community organisations. The club became aware during lockdown that many community groups and not-for-profit organisations were experiencing traditional funding sources drying up due to the economic impact of COVID-19. Applications opened in August, resulting in the club being inundated with applications totalling in excess of $80,000. “There are so many amazing organisations out there who are dedicated solely to making a very real difference for the less fortunate in our community and we are very proud to have been able to provide them with some much needed financial help in these challenging times,” says Rotary Club of Tauranga Sunrise community services chair Pat Taylor. “The successful applicants were: Alzheimers Foundation Tauranga - $3000 to assist with costs associated with support and activity groups Youth Search and Rescue - $3400 to fund Outdoor First Aid and Rescue courses for 18 young people. The Incubator - $2900 for essential office equipment Merivale Community Centre - $3000 to help fund a holistic music programme which will inspire

local tamariki. Homes of Hope - $2400 to fund one child through an intensive Trauma Therapy course Breast Cancer Support Tauranga - $2800 to provide and deliver six month’s supply of ready-made meals to families impacted by breast cancer. Epilepsy NZ Bay of Plenty - $2700 to help purchase, with other funders, a replacement vehicle for their BOP Educator. Your Garden - $925 to provide gardening materials to enable them to assist teaching of neurodiverse students through gardening activity. Bay Twisters - $2000 to assist with website development for an organisation providing Cheer sports for local children and rebound therapy for children with physical disabilities. Te Puna Kindergarten - $1400 to purchase garden shed and equipment for their community gardens offering environmental education and helping to build thriving communities. “We will be inviting all successful applicants to an upcoming club meeting where Rotarians can formally acknowledge the efforts of so many community heroes,” says Rhonda. The Rotary Club of Tauranga Sunrise meets every Friday morning at Club Tauranga and is always seeking new members.

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Drug raids Eight people have been arrested on drug-related charges after a number of search warrants were carried out in Tauranga, Paeroa and Rotorua. The search warrants follow a two-month investigation by the NZ Police National Organised Crime Group into a significant drug-dealin network operating in the Bay of Plenty and Waikato regions. Six women and two men, aged from 28 to 55 years, were arrested on Tuesday. They face a total of 42 charges including importing methamphetamine, GBL and MDMA, and possession and distribution of these drugs. They were all scheduled to appear in court on Wednesday.

Omanawa rescue A person sustained moderate injuries after falling down a rock face near Omanawa on Tuesday. A St John spokesperson says the injured patient was flown to Tauranga Hospital Emergency services were called to the scene at 1.40pm after reports a person had fallen down a rock face at the falls near the intersection of Omanawa Road and Bonnieglen Road. “A helicopter was dispatched in the area to assist.” The person was located and winched out.

Bay Oval cricket Tauranga’s Bay Oval will host the Boxing Day Test Match. A top-billing T20 between the Black Caps and the West Indies at Eden Park on Friday, November 27, will launch a packed home international cricket schedule for the New Zealand 2020-21 summer. Included in the season of international cricket are four tests, two against the West Indies and then two against Pakistan, the first of which will be a the Bay Oval. The Black Caps are in fourth place on the inaugural Test Match Championship ladder.

Cricket club overhaul The Te Puke Cricket Club pavilion has a new lease on life. Established in 1886, the Te Puke Cricket Club has a long history in the region. The Club recently completed refurbishments on its pavilion at Te Puke Domain. The work included rebuilding the deck, adding some tiered grandstand seating, extending the club rooms, increasing storage space, creating a first ai station, and adding an umpires’ room. While the upgrades have improved the functionality of the building, they also brought with it added security.

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Lloyd Baker has a lot of great memories from his seven decades of riding. Photo: John Borren.

At age 15 Lloyd Baker had never left Taranaki but that all changed when he got his first motorbike - a Harley Davidson. From there the world opened up and he started to travel the country. Some 76 years later he’s still enjoying the thrill of the ride and finding windy roads to cruise. While the Harley is a distant memory the most modern bike in Lloyd’s collection is a 1983 CBX 55 4 cylinder Honda. It’s his preferred cruiser because he admits he’s a bit long in the tooth to kick start some of his vintage British bikes, including a 1930s Ariel. “I’m getting lazy. I can start this one just by pushing a button, but all those other ones at home I’ve got to kick start.

“And I must say the body is getting a little bit old to kick start. At 91 you can forgive him for being ‘lazy’ and the classics are ridden when the mood strikes. The Honda comes out for the weekly ride with his mates from the Tauranga Classic Motorcycle Club and although it might not have the same power as some of the newer bikes the others ride, he gives them a run for their money. “I ride with a lot of these other guys that are on 1000CC bikes and only three, four years old and it’ll still keep up. “On the windy stuff, this bike’s really a bit more nimble than a lot more modern, bigger ones, so it keeps up there.” Having lived in Tauranga for the last 40 years, Lloyd is a life member of the club and of the oldest vintage, although a lot of the 92 members are in their 70s and 80s.

The club provides Lloyd with companionship and you can see the joviality as they give each other stick before heading off on this week’s ride to Tirau. Fellow member Bruce Partridge laughs about a time when Lloyd was pulled over for speeding and police were expecting to see a young guy pull of his helmet but instead were met with a shock of grey hair. Lloyd got off with a warning and told he should know better. He has no plans to give up the freedom of the ride any time soon but he’ll know when it’s time. “When I start dropping the bike, if I drop it by moving it around, if I dropped it riding, I’ll know it’s time to give up.” Lloyd will celebrate his 92nd birthday in a few weeks’ time by heading to Taihape to ride the Gentle Annie road to Hastings with members of the club. Alisha Evans

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5 Les Marsh has raised $300 for the Cancer Society by doing laps of his garden.

‘Hangi Pants’, Oscars and ex-wives A Tauranga directing duo have had their short film selected to open an Oscar-accredited film festival. Filmmakers Jake and Claire Mokomoko are over the moon that their first-ever short film will show at the Show me Shorts Festival - New Zealand’s leading international short film festival. As first-time filmmakers, securing funding was impossible. But that didn’t stop the husband

and wife team from forging ahead with their vision. Hangi Pants is a comedy based on the tangi of Uncle Tawera and the succession of ex-wives who show up and seek to out-do each other. “Hangi Pants is a real life hilarious story based on my mother’s memory of witnessing a string of women coming out of the woodworks at a tangi,” says Claire, who co-wrote the story alongside Jake.

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He is keeping fit each day by doing laps of the garden at Radius Althorp retirement village where he lives. The laps began when the country moved to Level 2 again and rest homes increased restrictions, meaning Les needed to stay within the grounds. He does five to 10 laps of the garden and finishes i off with 50 standing pushups. “There’s not many blokes at 100 that are silly enough to do this sort of thing,” he laughs. His daily routine has also raised $300 for the Cancer Society through sponsorship from staff and residents at the village. Les could be seen as the New Zealand equivalent of the United Kingdom’s 100-year-old Sir Tom Moore who raised more than £40 million (NZ$63 million) for healthcare workers by doing laps of his garden. Les says $300 isn’t a huge amount but it’s better than a kick in the ear. His quest to climb Mauao came about after walking around the base track for his 99th birthday in January. Les did the walk with his sons in memory of his

late wife Hazel. They did the same walk for her 90th birthday so Les felt it was fitting to do it for his 99th Never one to shy away from a challenge, Les isn’t sure if he’ll make it to the top but he’s going to give it a go on January 16, 2021. At the return of Level 1 the first thing Les did was get out of his building and head off on a two hour walk which has given him a bit of confidence to take on the task. “I thought: ‘well maybe I could get up the Mount’. “You’ve just got to live one day at a time these days.” Climbing mountains is a bit of a tradition for him. He would climb Te Aroha with his son John every year for his birthday but at 82 he decided it was time for a change. “I said to John: ‘this is the last time we do this’. “It’s too hard on your blimming knees and I said; ‘I wouldn’t mind doing a marathon before I peg out’.” He and John ran five marathons together during Les’ eighties, he took out first place in the Masters category for one as well. “The running family joke is I took out first place because I was the only one over 80 running the race,” Les recalls with a grin. His trek up the Mount might not win any records but he’s determined to make it happen. Alisha Evans

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Rest home resident Rose Jacob and primary school student Faith Schurink share a birthday, albeit 100 years apart. On Saturday last week the pair celebrated together with a morning tea at CHT Acacia Park rest home in Omokoroa. At 106, Rose is exactly a century older than six-yearold Faith who is a student at Brookfield Primary School an the granddaughter of facility manager Megan Thorne. Despite the considerable age difference between the two, it turns out the birthday girls have something more in common than just a shared birth date. Both enjoy a love of music and dancing.

Sharing a love of dance

Rose is the oldest resident at the home and has lived there for the past five years. She is a big fan o Scottish country dancing which she took up in the early 1950s and only gave up when she turned 95. Faith’s mum Rachel says her daughter also likes dancing, although with more of a ‘freestyle’ technique and to songs like ‘7 Years’ by Lukas Graham. Rose’s son Bill Jacob says his mother has always been a fitness fanatic “Whatever keep-fit classes wer going, she would go to, including the gym. That kept her fit, and a about 80 she took up tap dancing with a Hamilton group,” he says. Rose was active in athletics well into her later years, competing in various Masters Games where she

Faith Schurink, 6, and Rose Jacob, 106, share their birthday celebrations. won close to 20 medals for events like the 100m dash, 5km walk, and indoor rowing. She once appeared on television in a humorous skit for the John Campbell show where she was wheeled out onto the athletic track in a wheelchair before hopping up and running the 100m.

Listening to the music

She has three children, 13 grandchildren, 25 great grandchildren and 10 great-great grandchildren. These days Rose’s sight and hearing are fading a little but she still enjoys listening to her

Scottish country music via a set of Bluetooth headphones through which Bill can play her songs from his tablet.

A special moment

Faith was born in 2014 at Tauranga Hospital and attends Brookfield Primary School She loved meeting Rose and was amazed that they were 100 years apart in age. “It was truly a special moment they shared together,” rest home manager Megan says. Rose and Faith also share their birthday with fellow music- lover and artist Olivia Newton-John, and tennis ace Serena Williams.

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7 Head priest Malkit Singh, Surinder Kaur and assistant priest Navjot Singh from Gurudwara Sikh Sangat temple. Photo: John Borren

Funding boost for youth unemployment Plans are underway to help address high youth unemployment in the Bay of Plenty. Provincial Growth Fund support for a pathways to work hub in Tauranga will connect young people with training and meaningful employment opportunities, says Parliamentary

Under-Secretary for Regional Economic Development Fletcher Tabuteau. Several local organisations will receive a total of $870,400 from the PGF’s Te Ara Mahi allocation to fund the Ara Rau - Pathways to Work hub initiative in downtown Tauranga.”

Turning heads for ‘Turban Day’ The Tauranga Sikh community is hosting its third ‘Turban Day’ at the Tauranga waterfront this Saturday, October 3 from 11.30-2pm. The turban is worn by Sikhs to cover and protect their uncut hair (or kesh) which is regarded as a gift from God. Kesh is one of the five ‘K’s or articles of faith tha initiated Sikhs wear in observance of their faith.

The other four articles of faith are a wooden comb (kanga), an iron bracelet (kara), a cotton undergarment (kachera) and a stylised representation of a sword (kirpan). Each item represents a fundamental aspect of the Sikh faith and the wearing of them demonstrates a commitment to the Sikh way of life. Last year saw about 150 people from children through to the elderly take up the opportunity to Robyn Hayes try on a dastaar.

Empty space turns to science Vacant spaces in the Tauranga CBD are being transformed and, in the latest case, handed over to science. STEM HQ in the former Hallensteins shop on Devonport Road, is the latest addition to Downtown Tauranga’s Activate Vacant Spaces scheme. The science, technology, engineering and mathematics discovery centre is designed for children and adults and opened on Thursday. Mainstreet Tauranga is working

with landlords and property owners to reinvigorate the CBD with installations of interest, while other city centre projects take place. Spokesperson Sally Cooke says Activate Vacant Spaces is about turning vacant spaces into vibrant spaces. “When we heard that STEM Wana Trust were looking for a site, we worked hard to find an ideal location for their dedicated science, technology, engineering and mathematics discovery centre.” STEM Wana is behind the

STEM HQ on Devonport Road is now open. award-winning STEM Festival (STEMFest) that drew 3500 visitors to Durham Street for a one day celebration in October 2019.

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Sensory swim school hits the mark the noise and distraction of lessons in a public pool,” says BaySwim manager Claire Edmonds, “So we introduced Friday Sensory Swim Lessons.” The lessons run outside of mainstream hours to ensure a quieter environment.

A Tauranga swim school that operates from Baywave and Greerton Aquatic & Leisure Centre has recently been awarded the 2020 Swim School Innovation Award. BaySwim got the NZSCTA award for its sensory swim lessons. “Not every swimmer can cope with

Greener pastures for Matua

President Cliff Osborne looking forward to the club’s future.

A $70,000 grant from the New Zealand Community Trust will help Bowls Matua convert a second grass green to a synthetic surface and to re-surface an existing one.

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motor mower if we need to,” Cliff says. There’s also the option of converting the third green to sand depending on the needs of community groups that will be using it. It’ll become a versatile area, but the club will be able to get it back in future if it needs it, he says. As well as the $70,000 grant, the club itself is putting $170,000 toward the cost of the $410,000 project. The remaining $170,000 has been met by funders including TECT, Infinity Foundation, Pu Charities and the Lion Foundation, Cliff says. While the synthetic material is due to arrive in December, the club will have to wait until border restrictions ease before the Australianbased installation crew can enter New Zealand to complete the work. The anticipated completion date for the project is early next year.

A third green, also currently in grass, will be furloughed and made available to the community for sports like futsal soccer, petanque, croquet or volleyball. The changes mean the club will save thousands in greens maintenance as the new hard-wearing surface requires less looking after. It can also be used year-round. This will put the club in a better position financially and it will be able to waive fees fo community groups wishing to hold meetings and functions there, club president Cliff Osborne says. The synthetic surfaces will also be good for players as it will enable the club to operate through winter when most bowls clubs are closed for grass maintenance. “The project means we can release our greenkeeper and just mow the third green with an ordinary

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Connect, communicate, and care is the theme of a special event to honour and remember loved ones lost to suicide. Waipu Hauora is hosting a walk of hope on October 10 followed by a memorial service organised by Grief Support Services. “This service is a precious time we have created for all, to come together, share stories of hope and courage through loss, and honour the memories of those we carry with us,” says Grief Support Services’ suicide bereavement support coordinator Amy Colonna. “The Bay of Plenty region is significantly high fo suicide rates in New Zealand and our male rates are the third worst in all of the OECD countries. “More surprising and alarming is our female rate which is the highest in the OECD.” More people die to suicide every year in New Zealand than from car accidents, with 685 cases in the year ending June 30, 2019. The highest

age demographic is 20-35 years old, with the rate growing in recent years. Over the past decade the rate has risen by 29 per cent. In regards to suicide bereavement, Grief Support Services now offers Waves – a psychosocial education programme run three times a year. People with their own experience support those who are recently bereaved by suicide. Grief Support Services also provides free or subsidised counselling to people whose lives are affected by grief and loss. The Memorial Service include guest speakers, tributes, food, activities and support information. To refer clients or obtain further information people can contact Amy Colonna at: support@griefsupport.org.nz or phone: 07 578 4480. The Hope Walk starts at 11am from Memorial Park on Saturday October 10, ending at Sulphur Point. The Memorial Service will run from 1.30-3pm at Tauranga Yacht and Power Boat Club, Rosalie Liddle Crawford Sulphur Point.

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Local Lions in need of books The Tauranga Harbour City Lions is putting a call out for books. Bookfair organiser Christine Currie says the group is in desperate need of more books with the annual fundraising event fast-approaching. She is urging people to pass over their unwanted, good quality, clean,

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Art has been set free

Natalya Doudell explains the significance of her winning artwork ‘Longing’. Photo: Daniel Hutchinson.

Seventy artists unleashed more than 400 original works on the public this week as the Tauranga Society of Artists finally got to hold its big event, originally scheduled to be held in April.

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Cramer, Juliana Park, Rae Waterhouse and Debbie Clarke all received merits. Judge Nicol Sanders-O’shea is an award-winning printmaker and programme co-ordinator of the Bachelor of Creative Industries Degree at Toi Ohomai. She says Natalya’s work “screams of environmental concerns”, and shows a “skilful command of the medium”. The winning piece is called ‘Longing’ and depicts a woman in a bird mask, with a body made of bees and a collar around a neck of birds. Natalya told The Weekend Sun that many people did not understand the symbolism in the painting but the judge “got it exactly”. She says it took a very long time to paint. “The idea was about overconsuming. “Our environment takes a hard impact from overcrowding.” All artworks are on display on Saturday and Sunday, at the Tauranga Boys College Gymnasium on the corner of 14th Ave and Devonport Rd.

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Allowance ends, pressure remains

Salvation Army Tauranga community ministries manager Davina Plummer says 2020 has been a curve ball for everybody. Photo: John Borren.

Spring is the air and for some of the most vulnerable members of the community, it means a drop in income. This year the payment was doubled to $63.64 per week to help with the impact of COVID-19 but social agencies say the impact is lasting beyond winter. It ended on October 1. The Ministry of Social Development automatically makes the payment to anyone on a pension or other benefit Tauranga Community Foodbank manager Nicki Goodwin says this year the need for their services is much greater. “When people are on such a tight budget that there’s nothing extra, winter energy payments are often used for food and that’s the reality of it.” People can be connected with budgeting and other support services as well as food parcels. In 2020 the demand for food parcels has risen by 25 per cent. They are giving out about 150 parcels a week and have recently increased the size of them.

Salvation Army Tauranga community ministries manager Davina Plummer says the winter energy payment is there for the purpose of extra winter costs but for those in financial hardship any tim they are losing money is a challenge. She says the majority of people use the payment for winter costs and are budgeting well but there are other financial pressures “They’re doing their best to budget on the key things they need for life. It starts with petrol and food and utilities and there’s not much left over. “We know that dentists and hairdressers are luxuries in 2020. “This year has been a real curve ball for everybody.” Davina says the need for their services has been greater this year and they have seen increased diversity with the people they’re helping. “We’re just mindful of what’s yet to come as well, because there are those who are on wage subsidies now that may finish in the near future and there ar those who are on mortgage holidays now, and those Alisha Evans might end soon.

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Tom Scott retraces the steps of Charles Upham through Africa and Europe.

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shame or redemption” as a cartoonist. “You have got to think of a good idea every day and then do a good drawing to go with it. And then if you can’t do it you feel sick at heart for 24 hours but you get another chance.” He has a few ideas brewing, including Donald Trump standing outside The White House with writing on the street saying ‘orange lives matter’. Or, in a nod to the 1979 American war film Apocalypse Now, where a solider stands on a beach saying how much he loves the smell of burning napalm in the morning while the jungle burns behind. “I want to do a cartoon with Australian bush on fire and a picture of Scotty Morrison holding a koala with the words ‘I love the smell of cooked koala in the morning’.” He misses the satire of the likes of Billy T James and John Clarke but says politicians probably get away with less now than they ever did, thanks to smart phones and social media. For more details about Tom’s event and others just head to the Tauranga Arts Festival website. The Daniel Hutchinson festival is on October 17-18.

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Snooze, you may lose Kiwis risk mixing work with their personal lives by using a single mobile device.

There is an urgent need for better public education around smartphone usage and data security. HMD Global estimates 1.5 million Kiwis are making themselves easy targets for hackers by pressing ‘snooze’ on their security updates. The first HMD Global ANZ Smartphon and Data Security Report reveals widespread confusion amongst consumers over phone security leading to risky mobile phone habits and vulnerability to hacking and cyber scams. The report shows 51 per cent of phone owners in New Zealand are concerned about their phone’s security, while 35 per cent have no idea where their data is stored. One high-risk area identified is users skipping suggested operating system updates. These updates improve mobile functionality and user experience but also deliver critical security updates by fixing security ‘holes’ as they come to light.

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Many people now pack their personal and professional lives into one device which heightens the risk of accidentally sharing confidential work information with

This compares to just 3 per cent for Baby Boomers. The advent of COVID-19 has resulted in more employees working from home this year, further blurring the boundary between private and professional use of technology.

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personal contacts, and vice versa. At least 54,000 Kiwis say they’ve accidentally shared a work file with a personal contact on their mobile phone. This is more common in the 25-39 year age group with 16 per cent of Millenials admitting that friends and family have occasionally seen work-related files or conversations, on their personal devices.

As living rooms and kitchen tables turn into office space by necessity, working Kiwis may see benefits in keeping their work and home realms separate in other ways. Among the Kiwis employed during the pandemic, only 21 per cent have a work phone offered by their employer, yet the majority (85 per cent) would use a complementary work phone if their employer offered it, the report says. Baby Boomers are particularly keen for more boundaries, with more than a third (37 per cent) of them wanting a work phone to keep their work and personal lives separate. James Robinson, HMD Global Country Manager ANZ says the report is “a wake-up call” and gives a “hefty nudge” to the industry to focus on the security of customers and encourage users to take simple steps towards keeping safe.

Housing reaches crisis level With election 2020 looming it is useful to highlight some areas that are important to our region from an economic perspective. Priority One is apolitical – it’s not right for us to support a particular party – but we absolutely have an interest in ensuring that our region is well looked after by politicians and government. In my opinion the area that will have the biggest impact on our future in the Western Bay is housing. Our rapid growth and sprawl in recent years may hide the difficult that we have in the housing market. Headline housing indicators show that we have strong growth in the housing market, with a new high median price of $740,000. The market is generally viewed as buoyant, with strong competition and real estate agents rushed off

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because it affects those less fortunate in our community – those renting, trying to save to buy a house or even worse, can’t find one to live in If we don’t make urgent changes, the worst housing outcomes in the country will get even worse. I don’t believe population growth will stop, and trying to slow it by restricting housing will accelerate the inequalities we already have. To fix it, we desperately nee to build more houses, and more affordable houses. We must enable more land to be freed up, we must provide roads and water infrastructure to new subdivisions, and we must provide more social housing. When you are deciding who you should vote for, please give some consideration to their housing policies, and in particular what immediate actions they will take in this region.

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The art of visual merchandising A perfectly placed necklace or vase in a window can be eye catching enough to draw someone into a store but what people may not realise is that every piece has been carefully selected. Visual merchandising plays a large part in people’s shopping experience and some retail companies have teams ensuring windows and stores are laid out to maximise sales. Visual merchandiser Alex Carter has worked for high end fashion companies and now works for a specialty food and homewares retailer.

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as well - it can be a colour or specific products, says Alex. “Less is more so very carefully curated pieces that exemplify what you want to make sales [of] or represent in that week

“I do think people need to treat visual merchandising like an art form because it is. A good visual merchandiser is a creative, it’s not just about making money.” The hard part of visual merchandising is getting the balance right between being aesthetically pleasing and making the most sales, says Alex.

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“Windows should be show stopping,” she says. “They’re like a gallery show, you select the best pieces and put that foot forward. The ideal is to stop traffic. Alex says windows are a store’s biggest asset so retailers need to make the most of them. Windows are like a painting so it needs to be balanced and have as much product as possible without being cluttered, she says. A theme to tie it all together is important

Centrepoint Opportunity Shop manager Kate Hesleden has shown her merchandising prowess by winning the Greerton Village Cherry Blossom Window Dressing competition. She created a Japanese inspired window complete with petals from a faux cherry tree sprinkled on the ground and says it is the little details that make a difference. “I do think it’s the detail, getting things just in the right spot.” The store has won a $750 Centrepoint Opportunity Shop manager Kate advertising package from Hesleden spent hours creating her winning window. Sun Media and Kate says Photo: John Borren. it will give their business and then to also be true and specific to the exposure and create awareness about what look of your overall store or brand.” they do. Windows should be changed at least once About 90 per cent of their profits go a week and tidied daily especially if things straight back to the community which a lot are removed or sold, she says. of people don’t realise, she says.

A load of rubbish Last month, TCC decided to introduce a kerbside rubbish, recycling and food waste collection for all residents at a cost of $230 per ratepayer but is there a better way that costs less and is better for the environment? Both Tauranga City and Western Bay will introduce kerbside collections from July 1 next year. However, the Western Bay Council has stolen a march on Tauranga City by introducing a service that is both better for the environment and rewards those that put out less rubbish. They’re offering a ‘pay as you throw’ (PAYT) service for general rubbish. Recycling and

food waste are covered by general rates as a ‘public good’ but general rubbish is user-pays; you only put your bin out when it’s full which is a powerful incentive to waste less and recycle more. Such a regime benefits those who waste less, seniors, or those living alone. It means they aren’t subsidising people who throw out more rubbish as will occur in Tauranga. Tauranga City also had the opportunity to adopt a PAYT service like our neighbouring

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There’s a better way to go Tracy Livingston represents the NZ Outdoors Party and has very clear environmental and social goals for Tauranga. Her degree in Applied Science underscores a deep interest in the health of people, the environment and how the two are related. “The NZ Outdoors Party wants to do conservation differently from the Greens. “For us, 1080 is nonnegotiable. We want to protect our native species without using poisons. We’re not against conservation. We just want to do it differently.” The other non-negotiable is the Outdoors Party policy of putting a moratorium on 5G until it is clear 5G causes the environment no harm. “5G operates at 60 billion cycles per second which causes cell damage. There’s no resource consent required to put up the cell phone towers, the consents are 20 years old and not fit for purpose. Overfishing is another key priority. “We want to change overfishing because we’re losing all our fish. We’ve been shipping our fish offshore for less than $1 per kilo. “The fishing industry has dumped enough fish to feed New Zealand for 125

years. It doesn’t make sense. It’s as if you were a farmer, killed all your sheep and cows and let them die in the paddock

Tracy Livingston is standing for the NZ Outdoors Party. Photo: John Borren.

- that’s what’s happening but out to sea where no one sees it. We want to take back the fishing industry for Kiwis “It’s not the government’s job to push people into poverty. Yet that is what they’re doing. Think of the living wage – it is $40,000 a year, so if we’re taxing anyone who earns less than $40k a year we’re driving people into poverty. “We want to see low-cost home-loans for first-time buyers with a steady low home loan rate that is manageable.

“We’d change the RMA to allow for different kinds of housing, for tiny houses and communal living. It’s a nice way to live, you’re taking up less land and you’re much more community-oriented. At the moment councils control the types of houses built. Developers only make money from a certain kind of house, so why would they build any other kind? We’ll change legislation to make it easier to build alternative housing. “We would subsidise farmers into organic regenerative agriculture. We need to support our farmers into healthier ways that naturally help carbon sequestration.” The party is fielding nearly 30 candidates nationwide from diverse backgrounds in business, health, councils, law, tourism, real estate, and many others. Tracy is third on the party list. “We’re just normal people, we really care and we really want New Zealanders to do well. For us it’s making decisions for Kiwis not corporations.” This is the final profile in The Weekend Sun’s Vote 2020 series. Head to www.theweekendsun.co.nz and browse ‘local news’ to find the other candidates we have profiled over the past two months.

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Heidi for cannabis – it’s a ‘yes’ Tauranga City Councillor Heidi Hughes believes the cannabis debate should be treated as a health issue that recognises the need for more addiction wraparound services.

“If you consider the idea of addiction being about the drug or about the cause, I’m about the cause more than the drug,” says Heidi. “This is an opportunity to create some revenue through legalising and taxing, and ring-fencing it

which is addiction, mental health and a lot of the specifically for addiction. Heidi smoked her first joint with a bunch of friends systemic social problems we’ve got in our country.” Heidi says much of her recent thinking on cannabis at age 14. has come from a book she read called ‘Chasing The “We got it off somebody’s older brother. Scream’ which someone left in her cubby hole near “It was available in Hamilton all through my the start of her term as city councillor. teenage years, and I don’t believe that has “It discussed the linkage between addiction changed now. and connection and demonstrated how “Legalising means there’s education the people who are predisposed to around it and you won’t be allowed the addictive side of the drug can to have it until you’re 20. Fifteenbecome further disconnected from year-olds can get into drugs now if their communities and their they are looking for it, but they ability to function in society if have to interact with people they are criminalised. The book who may be attached to gangs, also studied the countries and or who are also vulnerable cities that had taken the step themselves. They don’t know to decriminalise and focus how strong it is, or if it might on a health response, and the be laced.” successes they have had. Heidi says children will still “It’s been read by millions and be able to get access to it once generated a lot of the discussion it is legalised if they really around reform across the world,” want to. “That is a reality, just like with Heidi Hughes will be voting ‘yes’ says Heidi. alcohol and other drugs, but Her decision to vote ‘yes’ in the in the cannabis referendum. there will be a lot more education cannabis referendum has also been around it, and support services to help informed through watching Paddy vulnerable people.” Gower’s recent television series on cannabis. The risk of addiction and the lack of “Studies have shown that 10 per cent of resources to cater to that are at the core of Heidi’s people who are exposed to drugs or alcohol are also thinking on the upcoming cannabis referendum. exposed to the addiction side of it,” says Heidi. “I’d like to see young people not be criminalised for “If we can regulate marijuana, we can openly drugs. It further marginalises them and creates a gap educate about it, providing an option for people who between the ‘haves’ and the ’have nots’. want to use it recreationally. And then deal with the “People want to get it legally, they don’t want to addiction problem as addiction, not as though the go to some tinny house. If they can legitimately go drug is the big evil overlord. into a shop and get what they need, then we’re not “People’s perspective is that drugs are bad therefore putting young people and marginalised people at risk we shouldn’t legalise. Making it legal isn’t going to of being criminals. change the ability for people to be able to get the “Legalising would also mean we’re pumping money drug or not because they can get it now.” back into the system to deal with the actual issue, Rosalie Liddle Crawford

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Larry on cannabis – it’s a ‘no’ The Weekend Sun asked Tauranga City Councillor Larry Baldock, himself once a regular dope smoker, if he was voting ‘yes’ or ‘no’ on whether the recreational use of cannabis should become legal. “There are many reasons why I will vote ‘no’ in the upcoming referendum,” says Larry. Larry recounts being raised by his solo mum in Gate Pa, alongside five siblings “In the spring of 1969 after I had just turned 15, a friend asked me if I wanted to try something exciting called LSD. I had not taken any drugs before, or even been anywhere near drunk, but this sounded like it might be fun. “I can’t deny that it was.” Larry spent the following six years smoking marijuana a lot and taking LSD every now and then. He says most rational thinking people know that LSD, methamphetamine, cocaine and heroin are dangerous, but that marijuana is often portrayed as harmless. “Nothing could be further from the truth. Marijuana changed my personality, altered my motivations in life and distorted my perception of reality and what I should be pursuing as a career.” Before embarking on a lifestyle of smoking dope, he was in the top academic classes at Tauranga Boys’ College. He says smoking marijuana caused him to drop well down to the lower achieving sixth form classes. “By the time I celebrated my 21st birthday party in 1975, my only goal in life was to be stoned doing everything, and travel the hippy trail through Asia and India.” He says that the THC - the psychotic chemical in the dope he smoked - was about two per cent. “If the referendum passes, the Government intends to set the limit on THC content at 15 per cent. That’s seven times more potent and will affect young developing brains far greater than it did in those fun days of Woodstock.” Larry says decriminalisation of cannabis is very different from legalisation. “Many arguments used for decriminalisation do have points worth considering. We don’t want to penalise our youth unnecessarily for their recreational use of cannabis that could leave them with criminal records or being drawn into criminal associations. “Smoking a joint cannot be more morally wrong than drinking too much alcohol surely,” says Larry. “Legalising an industry to produce and market THC is not what our country needs. Setting an age limit of 20 doesn’t protect our young. Just look at what has happened with alcohol when the age was lowered with 14 to 16-year-olds getting wasted with binge drinking.

Larry Baldock. Photo: John Borren. “Some businesses in the tobacco industry will always seek to increase their customers despite the damage. They lie about the harm and cover the truth for profits for as long as they can. “Marijuana is not harmless and should not be sold over the counter. We struggle to close the door on tobacco and recognise the harm from alcohol sales, why would we open wide another door that can potentially increase harm and cause untold damage, especially on our youth? “Medicinal use and decriminalisation versus legalisation has been a stupid debate for too long given that we have been using opioids like morphine and other chemicals from all sorts of plants and animals for a long time to improve health outcomes.” On solving addictions to drugs and tobacco and alcohol use, Larry believes there is no ‘silver bullet’. “We use drugs for pain relief, and believe me I know from recent personal experience when I broke my leg they are very effective with physical pain, but when we use them for emotional, psychological and trauma pain, it is much more difficult, and their use has more damaging side effects. “There are a growing number of people across New Zealand from all ages that are wisely making their minds up to say ‘NO’ on this referendum because they can see through the shallow and conflicting arguments for saying ‘yes’ that have the potential to inflict more harm than good. Rosalie Liddle Crawford

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The Multicultural Festival 2020 initially re-scheduled for October 10 has now been cancelled. Instead, smaller events and workshops will be held that address the experiences of living through a pandemic. “We’ve decided to cancel the festival due to the uncertainty surrounding COVID-19,” says Multicultural Tauranga president Premila D’Mello. “By cancelling we would be eliminating the dangers associated with community transmission through large gatherings. We have decided to put the safety of our patrons first and think cancelling it is in the best interests of the community.” The festival, due to be held earlier in the year, was postponed until October, but has now been impacted by the recent resurgence of COVID-19. The festival is now planned for March 2021. Instead of the October festival, Multicultural Tauranga will be running a workshop on Saturday, October 10, titled ‘Making sense of change through sharing our experiences of COVID-19’.

“We welcome all to join in a facilitated conversation about our past and present experience of living through a pandemic,” says Premila. The workshop facilitator Amy Prebble, who has a professional background in counselling and mediation, will lead conversation topics including coping with feeling lonely, restless, and concerned for family living overseas. “We will put our heads together to discover positive ways of coping and adjusting to ‘our new normal’,” says Premila. On November 17, a ‘Living in Harmony’ event to be held in collaboration with Toi Ohomai Institute of Technology will showcase a snapshot into the lives of two of the migrant communities living in the Bay. “We hope to turn this into a flagship event for the two organisations given that Tauranga is growing into a ‘multicultural hub’ for New Zealand,” says Premila. The ‘Making sense of change through sharing our experiences of COVID-19’ workshop will be held from 10am – 11.30am on Saturday, October 10, at the Tauranga Multicultural offices at Tauranga Historic Village. To register, email: enquiries@trmc.co.nz

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It has been an honour representing the Bay of Plenty in Parliament since 2014, working hard to ensure that this region receives increased services to match our growing population.

I am delighted to be Labour’s candidate for Tauranga as part of Jacinda Ardern’s team.

I love this beautiful city and am honoured to have had the opportunity over the past three years to represent the locals on issues that matter to them and identify areas of change to make things better. As we rebuild after COVID-19, I will be a strong advocate for investment in Tauranga. I am passionate and energetic about the values at the heart of the Labour Party. We put people at the heart of all we do. I look forward to continuing to make a positive difference for the people of Tauranga now and into the future. Labour has a plan to keep New Zealand moving – and it’s already underway. Ngā mihi, Jan.

We need a continued strong voice for our key local issues, be they rural fibre rollout, better Police resourcing, increased capacity for addiction rehabilitation or after-hours A&E care for Papamoa East. We also need greater investment in infrastructure and I will continue to fight for central government funding for our state highways, new schools and health services. I’ve lived here for nearly 45 years. Michelle and I chose to raise our family in this area because we love the Bay and we are excited about the potential for our region to lead New Zealand’s economic recovery through innovation and export success.

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Paint October pink for breast cancer awareness A new tee shirt design to highlight support for local breast cancer support services is being launched today as Breast Cancer Awareness Month gets underway. “Our 2020 tee shirt is being launched at Urban Vogue in Bethlehem,” says Tauranga Breast Cancer service manager Helen Alice. “Every year we have a different design, created for us by a different artist.” This year the tee shirts will be available for sale at Urban Vogue and online. Today’s launch is the start of a month of ‘Paint October Pink’ events across Tauranga.“Our two main fundraisers each year are the Papamoa Hills Night Walk during winter and the Hot Pink

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A dozen cupcakes helps thousands of animals SPCA is calling for Kiwi home bakers to roll up their sleeves and get behind the annual SPCA Cupcake Day fundraiser on November 2. Over the years, the event has raised close to $3.2 million helping the tens of thousands of animals that come through

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and to family and friends. Last year saw 1092 home bakers get involved and 641 businesses. SPCA CEO Andrea Midgen says recent events have taken a big bite out of the charity, but here was something tangible that supporters could do to help. She adds that because levels are going down, the charity is moving full steam ahead with their sweetest fundraiser of the year. "Baking a dozen cupcakes and fundraising is a small act of kindness that has a big impact and we are so grateful to all the animal lovers who bake so passionately for a wonderful cause," she says. "We know people are hungry to give back to their animal friends by doing something positive and Cupcake Day is such a sweet way to do this. Every year, home bakers outdo themselves and we

can’t wait to see what amazing flavoured cupcakes and impressive decorated creations are whipped up this year!" Funds raised from SPCA Cupcake Day will be used across the country to aid in rescuing, rehabilitating and rehoming animals in need. It’s easy to get involved in SPCA’s 12th annual Cupcake Day. Participants can register to bake and sell as an individual, team or

school at: www.spcacupcakeday.co.nz After registering, participants will receive plenty of ideas, recipes, inspiration and tips to make each event special. Share photos of your mouth-watering creations on SPCA’s Facebook page at @RoyalNZSPCA and on Instagram at @spcanz sing the hashtag #SPCACupcakeDay and #BakeaDifference.

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Friday 2 October 2020

Expo for all things pet The Bay of Plenty Pet and Animal Expo is returning to the Bay this weekend on October 3-4 at, Trustpower Arena Baypark, Mount Maunganui.

The show is open from 10am-4pm both days and the focus of the expo is to provide pet lovers with access to the best products, services and advice for their pets.

All things pets – including cute cats – will be on display at this year’s Pet Expo.

The expo showcases everything for pet owners as well as a wide variety of animals including alpacas, birds, cats, dogs, ponies, reptiles and entertainment in the performance arena. The Bay of Plenty Pet and Animal Expo provides the opportunity to speak to the experts, get the latest information and purchase goods at show only specials from exhibitors. There is plenty to keep even the fussiest pet lover satisfied, from best in healthy pet food, show-only specials and free samples. This expo is a celebration of pets and animals and the positive role they play in society. Special features, attractions, entertainment and demonstrations will amaze and delight. See the incredible Dancing Dogs Troupe in the entertainment arena at 11am and 2pm each day. Take the whole family, there is something to entertain every member. Tickets can be purchased on the day or online. For more information and to buy tickets, visit: www.petanimalexpo.co.nz

Paddy still searching Meet Paddy, our starry eyed four-month-old pitbull cross puppy. Paddy is a sweet soul and still looking for a home! He loves cuddles from everyone! He is a little shy and it may take a few attempts for him to feel comfortable around you but once he does, he will make a wonderful doggy friend. He is a smart boy and is quickly learning how to sit and drop a ball. Paddy will fit into a home where he can get lots of love and the continuous training that all young puppies need. He will grow to be a large sized dog. To adopt Paddy, we require previous similar breed experience. Ref: 467571 tauranga papamoa village katikati te puna

Is your pet the Bay’s biggest loser? Is your pet overweight? Are you concerned about how their weight is affecting their overall health? Tauranga, Te Puna, Katikati and Papamoa Village Vets want to help your pets live happier and healthier lives, by addressing obesity in our animals. Starting in October, all cats and dogs in the Bay of Plenty are invited to participate in ‘The Biggest Loser Healthy Weight Management Program’, designed to manage healthy weight loss in a supportive and educated way over 12 weeks. Prizes will be up for grabs along the way as milestone and grand prizes, including food vouchers, free nail clips, food bowls, pet toys and more. At the end of the programme, one cat and one dog will be crowned ‘The Biggest Loser’, each receiving a $500 credit. The overall grand prize winner (selected randomly) wins a

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holiday on us with a $500 Bachcare voucher! Lead nurse Jaimee Roelofs and veterinary technologist Shontelle Thomas initiated and developed the programme after noticing the number of overweight pets that come through the doors. “Often we see people that have right intentions for their pet’s weight management but they tend to drop off because of a lack of knowledge or support to reach their pet’s weight goals,” says Jaimee. Managing director David McDonell says although the program comes with all the bells and whistles of freebies and prizes, it really comes down to the overall wellness of your pet. “Making the decision to invest your time and thought into the health of your pet should be commended.” Participants have until October 19 to sign up. For more information, phone: 0800 838 7267. All food recommended through this programme is sold separately and at the expense of the client.

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Nutritional medicine for osteoarthritis I am often buried in scientifi research always looking to improve my products and the advice I give.

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Ultimately though, it is the actual results people achieve that is important. Even the best research is of no value if this is not translated into real health benefits. Prescribed medication can be helpful in targeting tissue inflammation or the discomfort of the disease. Physiotherapy, exercise and weight management (where appropriate) can all help reduce symptoms. Nutritional medicine is different. We first identify the faulty disease chemistry and processes. We then find natural compounds that help. With OA, this means adding compounds especially chondroitin, glucosamine and curcumin (from turmeric) that impact the actual disease processes. Once we have helped support disease processes, we then focus on inflammation, the cause of

much of the pain and mobility loss. All inflammation is caused by your immune system. My role is to identify dietary changes and supplements that can help reduce both systemic and local tissue inflammation; in this case, the tissue and processes within the joint capsule. The outcome of improving joint function and reducing inflammation is reduction in pain and improved mobility. I spoke with a client I have been helping for six months with knee arthritis. I put him on my

nutritional medicine osteoarthritis programme and he reported that his knees are much better, have greater flexibility and do not click as much. Of course I am delighted for him to be feeling better; but this comes as no surprise, as this is a typical response for those I help with knee arthritis. The key to any nutritional therapy is to work to a personalised programme with regular reviews. For more information give me a call or email: john@abundant.co.nz. You can read my all new newsletter at: www.abundant.co.nz John Arts is a qualified nutritional medicine practitioner and founder of Abundant Health. Contact John on 0800 423 559. To read more go to: www.sunlive.co.nz

Questioning your decision-making process “More than anything else I believe it’s our decisions, not the conditions of our lives, that determine our destiny,” Anthony Robbins. Before making an important decision, I often ask myself: ‘Do I have a good reason or just a convenient rationalisation for what I am about to do?’ This helps me step back, look at the pros and cons and reflect before taking my next step. Asking myself this question and looking at the options is harder to do when strong emotions are

involved, and so it can sometimes be helpful to ask for others’ advice. However don’t base your decision only on their advice as they don’t have to deal with the results. And the more times I remember to ask, the more the question becomes my default habit. How do you make the important (and even the not so important) decisions in your life? If you would like to know more about narrative or relationship coaching phone Mary Parker, The Fast Track Coach, on: 07 577 1200 / 021 258 2145, or visit my website: ww.thefasttrackcoach.co.nz

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Wear it loud in October Thousands of adults and children with cochlear implants are the focus of Loud Shirt Day 2020 – a national fundraising event and awareness campaign being held in October.

New Zealanders are encouraged to dress up in their brightest outfits and hold fundraising events at workplaces, homes and schools throughout the country. Loud Shirt Day is the annual appeal of The Hearing House and the Southern Cochlear Implant Programme – the only two charities in New Zealand dedicated to helping children

and adults with a cochlear implant learn to listen and speak. These two organisations

support thousands of Kiwis living with a cochlear implant; reconnecting them with school, work and the community. The programmes and services offered by SCIP and THH include assessment, cochlear implant surgery, listening and spoken language therapy, audiology, and outreach programmes for regional and remote patients. Both organisations are also committed to clinical research and professional development. Surgery and the subsequent switch-on is only one part of the cochlear implant process. Patients need to learn how to use the technology and interpret the new sounds through ongoing audiology and speech and language therapy. So pull out your loudest outfit and wear it proudly on October 23. For more information and to register, visit: www.loudshirtdaynz.org

Vitamin C and your skin care I am always looking for the best combination of ingredients rather than a particular range to improve a client’s skin condition or concerns. Clients often present with one or more of these issues, uneven pigmentation, often through UV damage, acne, rosacea, capillary damage or lines and wrinkles due to collagen and elastin reduction. One of the vitamins that I regularly look for to repair, protect and correct these skin conditions is vitamin C. Vitamin C is a naturally occurring antioxidant which helps the body against potential oxidising or free radicals and prevents changes associated with photo-ageing. Vitamin C helps in promoting elasticity of capillary networks, promoting vascular function and the repair process. It also enhances UV sunscreen protection. For topical use the absorption of vitamin C is the important factor. Remember, not all forms of vitamin C are equal or of the same quality. Proven, stable and effective forms of vitamin C for skincare products include, • L-Ascorbic which is a natural water-soluble form of vitamin C. • Ascorbic palmitate is an oil soluble vitamin C ester and is a lipophilic free radical scavenger. • Magnesium ascorbic phosphate (MAP) is the most stable and often preferred ascorbic ester. If you would like to know more about what is best for you to have healthy skin, please feel free to call.

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investment in road maintenance work. An additional $1billion over the amount proposed in the 2018 Policy Statement had been added to the upper limit of funding for state highway maintenance over the next five years, and the upper limit for local road maintenance allocation has increased by $180 million over the same timeframe. CCNZ chief executive Peter Silcock says the GPS "The increase in rebalances priorities so the country’s roads can be maintenance funding is a kept safer and better maintained, as well as investing step in the right direction. in new improvements. Although it will not be Peter says the Government is responding quickly enough to fully to the industry’s calls for urgent action to increase address decades of underinvestment in transport maintenance, it will Richard Scott provide employment 027 499 9668 for New Zealanders Darren Smith and the benefits of the 021 346 700 improvements made will Peter Findlay 021 355 580 be felt by communities for many years." Richard Scott He says historic 027 499 9668 underinvestment in Darren Smith Richard Scott maintenance means roads 021 346 700 027 499 9668 we’ve been making it easier for have Darren Smith deteriorated at a faster Peter Findlay to get the things they need. We offer 021rate 346 700 than usual and getting 021 355 580 iness lending including pre-approval Peter Findlay them 021 355 580back up to standard will ctly how much you have to work with. take more effort. While the amount proposed represents a large increase, it would only go some of the way ’ve been making it easier for 07 577 6604 For over 45 years we’ve been making it easier for towards resolving the maintenance deficit as the road network is get the things they need. We offer New Zealanders to get the things they need. We offer 54 First Avenue increasingly impacted by severe weather events and vehicle usage personal and business lending including pre-approval ss lending including pre-approval so you firstavenue@mtf.co.nz know exactly how much you have to work with. how much you have to work with. arising from population growth. mtf.co.nz/firstavenue "To achieve safe, well-maintained roads we need a large initial ng criteria apply. investment to get the network back up to scratch, and then a level 07 577 6604 54 First Avenue of funding that allows for the impacts of more frequent, severe 07 577 6604 firstavenue@mtf.co.nz weather events and population growth. 54 First Avenue mtf.co.nz/firstavenue "This is about getting our roads back to the standard they firstavenue@mtf.co.nz

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should be in. Over the past decade, successive GPS have required Waka Kotahi to underinvest in maintenance and that has certainly impacted on safety outcomes. Road users have noticed the difference." Peter says the new GPS was well balanced by the NZ Upgrade Programme and Shovel-ready projects, which provide additional funding sources for capital improvements and allows the government to focus on increased maintenance of its existing assets, with the inclusion of user charges for the rail network a positive step. The additional maintenance work funded is ‘truly shovelready’ and provides essential employment in the country’s economic recovery from COVID-19. The GPS allocates an average of $4.8b per annum over the next decade to Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency. When combined with the $6.8b NZ Upgrade Programme and initiatives such as the shovel-ready projects and Provincial Growth Fund, transport investment will reach record levels across public transport, roads, rail and walking and cycling infrastructure. While these additional government funding packages were a step in the right direction, he says further work is needed to consider how New Zealand can start to catch up with an infrastructure deficit amounting to $75b, as calculated in the recent Sense Partners Infrastructure for the Long Haul Report.

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The future arrives in style I love talking about new gadgets on cars so, needless to say, I wasn’t going to pass up the chance to try out Kia’s most technologically advanced vehicle to date. The 2021 Kia Sorento – the first of the 4th generation - has just arrived in New Zealand. To show off everything there is to offer, we tried out the topof-the-line Premium model with all the bells and whistles. There is new tech under the hood in the form of the 2.2 litre turbo diesel, paired with the deliciously smooth 8-speed, dualclutch auto transmission – wow! This produces 198hp with a fantastic maximum 440nm of torque delivered in the 1750-2750 rpm range. It is longer and stronger than previous models but also lighter. There are seven seats and a massive 2011 litres of storage capacity with all the rear seats folded flat The good news for caravan owners, boaties and horse lovers is a 25 per cent increase in towing capacity to 2500kg. All models are AWD and come with the same engine, transmission and seating configuration This is all wrapped up in a strikingly designed exterior which

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ensures you don’t go unnoticed on the road. Design elements on the Premium model include the ‘tiger’ grille, ‘tiger eye’ headlights and ‘shark fin’ detailing on the rear passenger windows. This is a big pussycat though because at the push of a button you can command it to roll gently out of its park to where you are standing, purring quietly the whole time. Or vice versa for those tight supermarket car parks. No need to wedge yourself out the door, just hop out and let the car roll in on its own. Fans of the 80s series Knight Rider will be familiar with this kind of technology but this is no longer science fiction. And yes, it does talk to you. The suite of safety features on the Kia Sorento Premium is so extensive we don’t have a hope of detailing it all here. One notable innovation is the latest in side impact protection – a centre airbag that separates and prevents the front passenger from colliding with the driver. Chances of a collision are vastly reduced in this car though and it will do just about everything possible to avoid that on your behalf. An array of sensors ensures vehicles, pedestrians, cyclists and other obstacles are noticed and the car will stop if you don’t. Likewise active lane assist, adaptive cruise, auto braking and

other features means this vehicle is highly autonomous. The blind spot cameras on the wing mirrors activate when you indicate with the image showing up on round screens where the rev counter or speedometer are located. There really is an unbelievable number of features in this vehicle; from the mood lighting and soothing sound themes to the heated nappa leather seats. There is remote ignition and auto boot opener and a PA system that allows the driver to communicate with those in the third row of seats. The list goes on and on; 20” alloys, a big 10.25” LED infotainment screen, seven USB ports and a 12 speaker BOSE Premium sound system come with the Premium model. To find out the rest of the story visit Tauranga Motor Company’s new premises at 100 Hewletts Rd and take a test drive. By Daniel Hutchinson Find out what the future looks like.

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Not good news Maori have the So TCC have let a contract to one supplier to collect rubbish for eight years. Ratepayers, as I predicted in a previous letter (The Weekend Sun, September 4, page 22),can stand by for financial plundering by that contractor/TCC. Standout clue is in the wording of the press release - ‘first year rate’. Having secured the contract for eight years, next year the monopoly contractor will screw ratepayers/TCC to the wall over some pathetic excuse and because there’s no one else to collect the rubbish in the form our dysfunctional elected Council has been sucked in to, there will be no option but to pay because the Council has a legal responsibility to ensure rubbish is collected and disposed of regularly. And this plundering will continue annually as a minimum. And you pay regardless of whether you use the service or not. I was on the council that got ratepayers OUT of the rubbish collection business so I’m aware of the pitfalls of what’s going on here. It’s not going to be good news for ratepayers - and some ratepayers/victims voted for ‘better leadership’. Chance would be a fine thing B Faulkner, Otumoetai.

moral right Maori navigated vast distances to settle here in Aotearoa up to 1000 years ago. They brought their language, customs, spirituality and music. They fought and died in two world wars for this country with bravery and commitment. We Pakeha can only, and will always be, the second indigenous culture to arrive in Aotearoa. Just over 100 years ago there was talk that the Maori race could become extinct such was the damage wrought by the greed and destruction of the incoming ‘settlers’. These arrogant arrivals from the other side of the world were in some cases criminal in their behaviour and we were taught in school that these men were the heroes of early New Zealand history. Bollocks! So I will be delighted to see a name in the language of the first people that names the country I love. Aotearoa/New Zealand will suffice for the time being. I will always say though, that the Maori have a moral right to name this land not Abel Tasman who did not even land here much less live here and he happened on Aotearoa hundreds of years later after the Maori had made the land their forever home. J Sage, Katikati.

Scrap the rubbish proposal I, along with almost all the people I know, am not happy about the four bins that are being forced on us next year. Many people compost food waste so do not need a food scraps bin. Many of us live alone and have barely any rubbish and if no junk mail is delivered, virtually no recycling. Also where are we supposed to keep all these bins?

Not every property is set up to cope with this. Landlords will have to put up their rent to cover this cost which many tenants will find stressful in an already stressful world. I appreciate trash is a concern but if you look at all the plastics that cannot be recycled and the throwaway society we live in today, this is just another council con. A Fielding, Tauranga South.

Cannabis machinations

I find it hard to believe that our society is having a referendum on liberalising cannabis laws, let alone the shallow reasons for promoting such a move. Quite simply cannabis rots the brain. Yet the Government proposes to allow possession of 40 joints per day and edibles are OK? It is irrelevant that alcohol, gambling and many other addictions are harmful too. Medical use is already legal with appropriate safeguards. Even that is risky because users soon learn what symptoms will encourage a tame doctor’s prescription. The current illegality is a deterrent.

Criminalisation for minor offences can easily be replaced by a road traffic offence type of fine. I cannot understand the mentality of those parliamentarians who promoted / voted to allow this referendum to occur. Liberal MP’s, despite mostly well intended beliefs, have been demolishing New Zealand’s moral standards over the last 10 plus years. Our society is in a mess. Let’s hope that we have enough practical common sense voters who will say ‘NO’. B Capamagian, Tauranga central.

Calling all wrens in operation. That is about 40 divisions (classes) per year which means a rough total of 1,360 classes which equals the potential for 1,360 class photos. We currently have around 600 photos .. 42.5 per cent of what’s possible. If you were, or you know of any ladies who were, in the Wrens, please get in touch with us because we’d love to hear from you and quite possibly give the opportunity to reconnect with old classmates. Janette Crisp ddpwrens@gmail.com

I am looking for ex Wrens - anyone who joined during 1947-81 and trained at HMS Dauntless (Reading) in the UK. I’m compiling a searchable, accessible archive of Divisional ‘class’ photos that only ex wrens may access. The collection also encourages old friends to be rediscovered, memories shared and new friendships/support groups formed. Thirty thousand wrens went through the gates of the training establishment known as HMS Dauntless during the 34 years

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Kingsley Spargo comes to town She plans her first launch at the Waihi Beach Hotel at the end of the month and then one in town in November. I’ll have more information and a review before then.

literary treasure Witi Ihimaera. Many projects have found Kingsley on the experimental side of the tracks. He is often found playing various brass instruments alongside Pasifika sound-makers and taonga puoro He collaborated with drummer Ron Samsom to record a track, ConunDRUMS, for Eve de Castro-Robinson’s recent album The Gristle Of Knuckles and last year paired his trumpet with the Hammond organ of Alan Brown on the title track of of Alargo’s Central Plateau. Most recently Kingsley has reinvented himself again, as Kingsley Spargo. He came to town last year and though I missed him I hear it was a great show. He featured songs from last year’s Chasing Spirits album, on which he plays guitar, brass and taonga puoro, and proves himself to be both an accomplished songwriter and smooth singer. For the album he assembled a band of Auckland luminaries, including guitarist Neil Watson, Alan Brown, Chris Orange, bass player Sam Giles, Ron Samsom and even the legendary Harry Lyon. It’s a great album, well worth checking out on Bandcamp or similar digital platforms.

This year has been a bit of a write-off from many perspectives. But since we’ve now managed to crawl through till October, allow me to preview a couple of things coming up during the month.

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The first is a slightly unusual mention, as I rarely list stuff happening on the night the paper comes out, but let’s make an exception this week since the most excellent Katikati Folk Club has been having a hard time recently, continually rescheduling concerts and then having to cancel them again. So if you’re reading this on Friday (2 October) and fancy a folk fix, get yourself straight down to the Arts Junction in Katikati where you will find folk duo My Pennyworth, whose album I reviewed a year or so back. They are Paul Hoggard and Penny Rowsell and I believe their planned KKFC concert has now been postponed twice, once from the first lockdown, once from last month. But they’re clearly patient people and this Friday it’s third time lucky when they’ll be joined by various special guests for a real celebration of live music. Things kick off at 7.30pm, $15

members, $20 non-members. If perhaps tonight is a little soon to get out and about, there’s an interesting show next Friday (October 9), at the Jam Factory down in the Historic Village. I’ve been coming across Aucklander Kingsley Melhuish for decades now and he is a veritable musical chameleon. First time he made an impact here in Tauranga was through jazz, with a band that came for the National Jazz Festival and knocked everyone out, Brassholes. They were a New Orleans second-line band, a marching outfit with a plethora of dynamic horns. Audiences couldn’t stay in their seats.

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Since then Kingsley has worked with all sorts of people, sharing stages with Don McGlashan, SJD, Tim Finn, and even Violent Femmes. More recently he has collaborated with New Zealand

When Kingsley comes to town he’ll have local singer/musician/songwriter Davey Beige – who released his own solo album a couple of years back - playing support and will have accompaniment from bass player Chris Orange. What exactly can you expect? Well this is how Kingsley describes it: Drawing across theatre, free improvised and contemporary music his most recent compositions include narratives of yearning and the geometry of life. If that description seems a little impenetrable, then simply have a listen to some of Kingsley’s music on his YouTube channel at: www.youtube.com/channel/UCgKD_ nJ3HT5k9NbE1S8wkqw. Doors open at 6.30pm, show at 7pm, tickets are $20 from Events Pronto. Meanwhile, I was chuffed to get yet another local album in the post. This is the first from Janne Izett, called Seasons, which she has been working on at Welcome Bay’s Colour Field studio. And it’s a great debut, showing someone who has already developed a distinctive songwriting style and who sounds, to my ears at least, a little like Shona Laing.

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Bird of the year is ready for take-off! New Zealanders are getting ready to campaign and vote for their favourite native birds in the nation's most popular annual bird contest, now into its 15th year. Forest & Bird's Bird of the Year 2020 lifts off on November 2, 2020. Voting closes two weeks later on November 15, with the winner announced on November 16. "Bird of the Year was originally planned to end on the weekend of October 17, but we didn't want to overshadow the quite important human election," says Bird of the Year

spokesperson, Laura Keown. "Our incredible native birds deserve to have all the attention, so Forest & Bird decided to move Bird of the Year a couple of weeks after the squawking and flapping of human elections ends. New Zealanders will be able to vote for up to five of the native birds they love in order of preference. "There were 41,000 votes cast last year, with some possible godwit enthusiasts causing a flap all the way from Russia. The voting system led to some really fun collaboration between birds, with the strategic Penguin Party ultimately taking out the title for New Zealand's special noisy flapper, the hoiho yellow eyed penguin.”

This year some alliances have already formed, with a few wetland waders like the bittern and fern bird getting an early start on political manoeuvring. The light-hearted competition has a serious purpose of spreading awareness about the threats to New Zealand’s native birds, three quarters of which are

The kereru won Bird of the Year in 2018. threatened or at risk of extinction. "Our birds face enormous threats from climate change, introduced predators, and continued habitat loss. We're asking everyone to get to know our incredible native birds by visiting: www.birdoftheyear.org.nz," says Laura.

New pool rules to keep kids safe Bay Venues has recently updated its pool supervision rules to keep children safer in their facilities.

Ririnui. “Parents need to be their own child’s personal lifeguard. “We really urge parents to watch their children in the water and not their phone! It only takes a few seconds for something to go Bay Venues manages five horribly wrong. Our stringent aquatic facilities in Tauranga; rules are there to help prevent that Baywave, Mount Hot Pools, worst-case scenario.” Greerton Aquatic and Leisure There are also clearly defined Centre, Otumoetai Pool and adult to child ratios in place to Memorial Pool. Make sure you know the new pool rules. ensure adequate supervision for The updated rules mean the number of children within a children 10 years and under must be actively group. For example: there must be one adult to every supervised by a caregiver 16 years or older. two children five years and under, and there must be The caregiver must always be watching and be at one adult to every four children 10 years and under. a distance where they can see, hear and be heard by “Too often we see well-meaning caregivers visit their child. with multiple children, unable to effectively supervise Children aged five years and under must also be them all. It becomes especially challenging when the within arm’s reach – so if they are in the pool their children spread out amongst our pools,” says Mount Hot Pools manager Matthew Strange. caregiver is too. For more information on the pool rules, visit: “Lifeguards are there to watch the masses,” says www.keepmesafe.co.nz venues and programmes manager Tina Harris-

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The Weekend Sun

Friday 2 October 2020

‘Recovering racist’ does debate alone A late withdrawal by speaker and Tauranga city councillor Andrew Hollis has forced the organisers of this weekend’s Great Debate into rejigging the event.

Judd took the Mayoralty of New Plymouth in 2013 and then stood down for the following election after a public referendum overturned that council’s decision to establish a Maori ward. Tauranga city councillor Andrew Originally intended as an opportunity Hollis has confirmed his withdrawal for the public to hear both sides of from this weekend’s event. the argument for and against a Maori “I decided that this debate is likely to seat on the Tauranga City Council, create a conflict which might remove the evening will now feature a public me from future Maori Ward debate,” VERY talk by the remaining speaker, Andrew he says. EASY Judd, on his own. “This is also an issue because we now Organiser Tommy Wilson from Te have observers [at council], not 9 the 8 Tuinga Whanau says the event will right time for controversy.” now be called an ‘An Evening with a Andrew Hollis (right) has had to withdraw from a Tommy says the re-formatted show Recovering Racist’ featuring Judd who debate this week. Tommy Wilson (left) says the event will go on for free and any debate is a former Mayor of New Plymouth will still go ahead in a different format. tickets already purchased can4either be and a self-confessed ‘recovering racist’. refunded or a koha made to Kai Aroha. Andrew will give a moving account of what he calls his racist ‘An Evening with a Recovered Racist’ will go ahead at the Hinton2 upbringing and how it led him to a place of redemption and Room, Greerton RSA, on Sunday October 4 at 6pm. 3 9 reconciliation with Taranaki Maori, Wilson says. Any enquiries can be sent to: tommy@ttw.org.nz VERY

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The Weekend Sun

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Everyone can get a slice of the action at this year’s Love Tennis Open Day.

Seven tennis clubs throughout the Western Bay of Plenty will be open to all-comers on the weekend of October 10-11 for Tennis New Zealand’s annual Love Tennis promotion. The clubs, from Papamoa through to Omokoroa, will open from 1pm-4pm each day. It is for people of all ages and abilities to go along and have a go. It’s the first time the Western Bay clubs have participated in the Love Tennis weekend. Manager of Tennis Western Bay Jody Robertson says they are very excited to host Love Tennis this year. “Clubs are getting very creative to make this a fun and entertaining day.” Complete beginners, returning and current players are welcome to attend and equipment will be provided for those who don’t have their own. The clubs will be running barbecues and social games and offering free coaching tips and instruction over the weekend. Face painting and other fun activities will also be happening for the kids.

Giveaways at each club over the two days will include Hell Pizza and Rebel Sport vouchers. In addition, the six Tennis NZ regions around the country, including Waikato-Bays, will have one major prize draw each of a trip for two people, to Te Anau. These major prizes include flights to and from Te Anau, two nights’ accommodation at Distinction Luxmore Hotel, and a scenic helicopter flight over Lake Te Anau. All Love Tennis attendees can enter by scanning special QR codes at participating clubs and entering their details on the online entry form. Now in its sixth year, Love Tennis weekend has seen thousands of New Zealanders introduced to tennis and has helped drive a significant increase in tennis club membership nationally. This year Tennis NZ has invested significantly in the event to ensure all clubs are able to take part at no cost, and Love Tennis is a finalist in the 2020 NZ Sport & Recreation Awards ‘Event Excellence’ category. Western Bay tennis clubs taking part in the Love Tennis promotion weekend are Omokoroa, Mt Maunganui, Otumoetai, Papamoa, Gate Pa, Tauranga Lawn, and Te Puna.

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The Weekend Sun

Friday 2 October 2020

Downtown Tauranga Food Festival is back on The annual Downtown Tauranga Taste Tauranga Food Festival reignites next week after being postponed during COVID-19 social distancing. There are exclusive events, specialty menus, a burger competition, Tapas Trails and the chance to win a year’s free dining from Downtown Tauranga, a $5000 diamond from Peet Jewellers and a Burger Feast on offer! Organised by Downtown Tauranga, Taste Tauranga 2020 runs from October 9-25 with more than 25 cafes, bars and restaurants hosting everything from Tapas Trails to

degustation dinners, date night events, speciality dishes and the chance to win great prizes. Mainstreet Tauranga manager Millie Pidwell says it’s the best festival yet. “We were determined to reschedule Taste Tauranga after we had to postpone it in Level 2. “Our hospitality sector have created some incredible events so we didn’t want the public to miss out.” Millie says the festival is a true collaboration with the hospitality sector. “This festival is as much about showcasing our amazing restaurants, bars and cafes to the public as it is about bringing all our business operators together to collaborate,

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The NZMCA Motorhome, Caravan and Leisure Show is shaping up to be a fantastic way to celebrate Level 1 and why not make a weekend of it over October 9-11. The show is home to the biggest event park and stay in New Zealand which is now free for all three days – thanks to the NZMCA National Rally sponsors - TrailLite, RSE and RV Super Centre. Enjoy great deals and unbeatable bargains at The NZMCA Motorhome, Caravan and Leisure Show, Mystery Creek in Hamilton – adventuring with you for 15 years! With major industry players showing their wares and delicious food options for when you get peckish, the NZMCA Motorhome, Caravan and Leisure Show is set to be a fantastic weekend. To celebrate Level 1, entry pricing has been reduced, with one day tickets now only $12 and multi-day passes, which provide unlimited show access over the three days, now only $22.

Friday 2 October 2020

The Weekend Sun

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Saturday 3 October

Hip Hop Dance Competition

Association Croquet

At Mt Maunganui, 45 Kawaka St, beside Blake Park. Mon, Wed, Sat. 9:15am for 9:30am start. Visitors, new players welcome. Ph Jacqui 07 574 9232

Bay Kustom Cruisers

Sat 24th Oct Custom Van Show 11am-3pm & 40th Anniversary reunion 1pm-4pm at Club Mt Maunganui, Kawaka St. Ph Trev 07 304 8327

Bay Singles Social Club

Join a bunch of over 50 years young singles for dinners, pot-lucks, lunches, occasional outings. Mostly weekends. Give us a go! Ph Jonathan 572 2091

Beth-El Messianic Family

Celebrate the Sabbath (Sat) as Yeshua (Jesus) & all believers did. All welcome. 10am, Otumoetai Primary Hall or Zoom 599-965-041. Joel van Ameringen 021 768 043 BethEl.org.nz

BOP Tall People Club

People taller than 178cm who live in BOP please join our new social club & Facebook group. Ph 0210 226 2619

Car Boot Sale

Community Church, 30 Evans Rd, Papamoa 7:30am-11am. $5 site. Car wash, real coffee, muffins, Bibles. Ph Arthur 021 163 1822

Chair Up Upholstery Workshop

Learn upholstery for beginners? Cover a footstool/chair, from $145 depending on project. 17th Oct 10am-4:30pm, The Artery, Historic Village. Book @ www.theincubator.co.nz. Ph 07 571 3232

Crews battle it out for over $5,000 in prize money. Baycourt, Junior & Mega at 1pm & Varsity/Adult at 7:30pm. Tickets info at www.baycourt.co.nz

Jigsaw Library

10am-12. Variety of 500 puzzles. Hire Charge: 50c under 1000pcs, $1 for 1000+pcs. St Stephens Jigsaw Library, cnr Highmore & Brookfield Tc

Katikati Bowling Club

Talk classic motorbikes, rides & support. Bring your bike out for the trip. 10-11am at Four14 Espresso, 414 Pyes Pa Rd. Don 027 241 3595

Dragon Boating For Women

Bay Dragons Give-ita-Go at Sulphur Pt. Fun & fitness. Ages 16+ every Mon/Wed 5:30pm & Sat 7:30am. $5 per session. Txt Brooke 022 078 2308

Freaky Meat Concert

Beat poet Hollands narratives of life, travels, experiences & people over atmospheric soundscapes. 7pm, Jam Factory, Historic Village, 17th Ave. Book @ www.theincubator.co.nz

Gate Pa Junior Tennis

Club days, Thurs 4:30-6pm for intermediate/college ages. Sat 9am for 5-8 years, 10am for 9-12 years. Ph Graeme 0274 520 600

Greerton Hall Market

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

Welcome Bay Worship

Church of God’s Love (7th Day) 10:30am using WBCC premises opposite primary school. All welcome. www.churchofgodslove.com

Sunday 4 October

Archery At Graham Park

8 Park Rd 12:45-3pm

Katikati Tramping Club

Tramp to new DOC Te Whareokioki hut. Hard, 6 hr. Ph Derek 0210 643 942

LOL Laughter Wellness

Yay, we’re back! Come & laugh away the Covid blues with us. Arataki Community Centre, Bayfair. 11-11:45am. Koha. Trish 022 036 6768 Email lollaughterwellness@gmail.com. No experience required.

Mount Country Music

2nd Saturday monthly 1-4pm Senior Citizens Hall, 345 Main Rd, Mt. Mostly country, good backing band. Ph Dick 027 493 8458

Nancy Tschetner Solo Exhibition

Connection to nature by Nancy Tschetner. Artworks created from NZ sand. 5-7pm. Runs until 10 Oct in CBD Tauranga. www.theartloungenz. com

Omokoroa Bowling Club

Sat & Tues 12:30-4pm, 30 Hamurana Rd, $5. Beginners & visitors welcome. Ph 021 255 6415

Papamoa Radio Control Yachts

DF65s sailing daily, pond behind Monterey key 1-3pm. All welcome. Ph Dusty 021 076 1252

Papamoa Tennis Club

Classic Motorcycle Coffee Meet

Radio Museum open from 10am. Request line 571 3710

We play Sat 2-4 pm, Tue 9-11am, Wed 4-6pm, Fri 9-11am. Play tennis with us. All welcome.

Petanque

At Club Mt Maunganui, Tues, Thurs, & Sat. Boules & help. Txt Bruce 022 309 9143

Tauranga Farmers Market

7:45am-12 at Tauranga Primary School. Rain, hail or shine. Direct from the producers, fresh regional produce & artisan foods.

Tauranga Synchronised Swimming Club

Friendly club based at Baywave. Beginners train Sat mornings. First lesson free. Ph Jo 027 543 1697, facebook.com/taurangasynchroNZ, www.taurangasynchro.co.nz

Te Puke Yoga

Yoga classes at Te Puke Lyceum Club, 8:309:30am. All experience levels welcome. Ph or txt Brendan 022 621 3556, Facebook: Tepukeyoga for more info.

Village Radio Museum

Community Radio broadcasting nostalgic music & Community Notices seven days on 1368 KHz AM Band.

Interested in Archery as a sport? Check out our website & Facebook for courses, range times & how to join our club.

Art On The Strand

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

Bible Seminar

1:45pm Greerton Senior Citizen’s Hall, Maitland St, Greerton. Title: Faith that God is looking for in people. Interactive, Q&A. All welcome. Mary 573 5537

Brain Watkins House Open

Historic house museum, 233 Cameron Rd. 2-4pm. $5 adult, children free. Group tours school classes by arrangement. Ph 578 1835

Cold Wax Workshop

Cool way to paint. 9am-12pm at The Artery, Historic Village. Used by painters of the Renaissance period. kiwisuemac@gmail.com Ph Sue 0210 239 4549

Enjoy Travel

Safe travel & homehosting NZ & worldwide. Melbourne, Noumea 2021. Meetings twice-monthly. friendshipforce.org.nz or Barbara 027 315 1136, Jonathan 572 2091

Farmers Market - Mount Mainstreet

Held every Sunday 9-1pm rain or shine! Te Papa o Nga Manu Porotakataka (Phoenix Park). www. mountmainstreet.nz

Golf Croquet

At Mt Maunganui, 45 Kawaka St. beside Blake Park. Tue, Thur, Sun. 9:15am for 9:30 start. Visitors, new players welcome. Ph Nev 07 575 5121

Honest Liars Improv Comedy

Sunday of month, 9:30am-12pm, The Incubator, Historic Village. info@www. theincubator.co.nz. Ph 07 571 3232

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 licenc

Papamoa Lions Club Market

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

Psychic Cafe Spiritual Centre

Greerton Community Hall. Doors open 6:40pm, starts 7pm. $10 entry, once inside, free psychics, healers, spiritualists, refreshments. Check it out! Hall limit 200. www. psychiccafe.nz; www.facebook.com/ thepsychiccafe.

Quakers

Invite you to meet, to explore your spiritual journey. Silent worship, refreshments & conversation. 10am NW cnr Cameron Rd & Elizabeth St. All welcome. Ph 543 3101 www. quakers.nz

Soul Food

Relax, unwind, reflect, refresh, enjoy! Share in a selection of sacred & inspirational writings & music from around the world. Ph 543 0434

SPCA Animal Blessing Service

Come with your pets to our annual SPCA Animal Blessing Service. 10am, St Georges Anglican Church, 1 Church St, Gate Pa. https://www.facebook.com/ events/697716124179498

Taize @ St Georges

Quiet service based on the style of worship from the Taize Community, 7pm. 1 Church St, Gate Pa. https://www.facebook.com/ events/264326614595099

Tauranga Spiritual Growth Centre

14 Norris St, 2nd Sunday of month, 7pm. Join our spiritual community, see mediums & speakers. Ph/txt Tim 022 306 8200

Monday 5 October

Active Adults Senior Fitness

Improvised comedy with no script. Everything is made up on the spot. The Jam Factory 7pm $10 www. honestliarsimprov.co.nz

Fun exercise class to music to improve your strength, cardio & flexibility. 9-10am Mt Bible Chapel, Monowai St, Arataki. Ph Lynda 029 230 0162

Mah Jong Te Puke

6-7:30pm, Papamoa Family Services, 35E Hartford Ave, Papamoa. A safe place to share, support & heal. Ph Amy 578 4480

Sun & Thurs 12:45-4pm, Lyceum Rooms, 8 Palmer Ct. All players welcome. Beginners session available. Ph 027 430 6383

Maketu Market

3rd & 5th Sundays at Maketu Village Green. Set up from 7am. $10 per stall. Ph Carolyn 027 251 0388 or Maureen 021 267 1685

Ninja Knits Knitting Group

Social knitting group, beginners welcome, sometimes we yarnbomb. 1st

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Alcoholics Anonymous

Open Meeting 10am. Central Baptist Church, 13th Ave. All Welcome. Ph 0800 229 6757

Altrusa Tauranga

Service Org, meets 2nd Tues every month to organise service projects. Matua Bowling Club 5:45 for 6pm dinner. Ph Pam 027 253 7562

Argentine Tango in Tauranga

Let’s dance! 6:30-7:30pm at Citizens Club. Beginner course starting soon! More men required for the Sunday free introduction class. Register with Denise 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. Ph Helmut 027 414 7254

Dutch Friendly Support Network

Coffee morning 1st Mon of month, 10am-12. $4 entry. Vintage Car Club Rooms, Cliff Rd, Tauranga. Ph Bernadette 07 572 3968

Harmony A Plenty

Do you like to sing? Sing Barbershop with us. Have fun (& supper), we’ll teach you. Bethlehem church 7pm. Ph Gordon 576 5008

Indoor Bowling

St Columba Church hall, Cherrywood. 6:45pm. $10 annual subs, $2/night. Everyone/all levels welcome. Ph Paul 576 6324

Indoor Bowls

At Mt Maunganui RSA. Join our friendly group Mon & Thur. Names in by 6:30, play starts 7pm. All welcome. Ph Diane 575 3480

Keep On Your Feet

Seniors fun exercise class to build up your strength & balance. All welcome, lots of laughs Mondays 10am-11am, Mt Bible Chapel, Monawai St, also Tuesday 10:30-11:20am at Greerton Village Community Hall. Ph Lynda 029 230 0162

Let’s Learn Lifelong Learning

Face to Face & Online. Check out www.letslearn.co.nz for night classes, workshops, lectures, courses, clubs of all sorts. Ph 07 544 9557. Facebook: Letslearnbop

Pickleball At The Mount

Fun game for all ages! Mon & Wed Baypark Arena, 10am-12pm or Mt Sports Centre 9:45am-12pm. Equipment supplied. Ph to confirm venue, Viv 021 162 3342

Recycled Teenagers Gentle Exercise

Mon 9:15-10:45 Tga Senior Citizens Club 14 Norris St. Tues 9-10:30 St Mary’s Church Hall, cnr Girven & Marlin. Ph Jennifer 571 1411 or 027 206 0776

Struggling With Debt?

Free help to anyone in need, through a debt counselling team. We offer a sustainable solution & hope. Ph free 0508 227 111 www.capnz.org

Taichi Internal Arts NZ

Beginner Classes. TePuke Memorial Hall Mon 5:30pm, Tue & Thur 9.30am. Greerton Hall Wed 9:30am. Te Puna Memorial Hall Thur 9:30am. David 027 222 2824

Tauranga Bird Club

Second Monday of every month join us at Matua Hall, 7:30pm for informative presentations, sales table, conviviality, bird talk & a delicious supper.

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