The Weekend Sun - 11 December 2020 by Sun Media

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Community patrols are much more than just driving around the ‘hood. Two nights a week, members of the patrol pair up and patrol the streets as ‘eyes and ears’ for police.

Allan Forbes started 20 years ago and has stuck with it because it’s enjoyable and he never knows what is going to happen on any given night. He’s seen a lot in his time and laughs about the nights they’ve been parked up at downtown The

Mount with patrons exiting local bars and jumping in the back, mistaking them for a taxi. Pictured is Peter Fitzgerald (left) and Kelvern Parke on patrol. Full story on page 9. Photo: John Borren.

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Getting through the boring bits Few things get me more excited than a big infrastructure project.

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Now, only about 40 per cent of people really care enough about local politics I love a large idea, the concept drawings to actually vote, although a far larger make me tingle and don’t even get me number care about local roads and started on those videos that show the rubbish, parks and amenities etc. whole she-bang from start to finish in jus The WeekendaSun Combined Circulation BOP Times Local people are elected to make all few minutes. these decisions. circulation 69,062 circulation of NZME 10,162 Last night I parked up on the couch and If we don’t like their decisions we vote watched NZTA’s drone footage of the for new people next time. If we do like Waikato Expressway. I can’t wait for the them, we keep them around. new season when Hamilton city Katikati Advertiser Combined BOP Times, In reality, it’s not like is completely by-passed theTimes flas circulation ispeople are lining up and Teby Puke p: 07 578 0030 new highway. less than HALF with only 32,138 in total. down the street to be the e: ads@thesun.co.nz The only problem with this project is decisions makers, but last the big hill in between it and Tauranga. The so-called golden triangle between Auckland, Hamilton and Tauranga is actually more of a pineapple lump than anything or possibly a rocky road. The Tauranga Northern Link is still just re-runs of old concept drawings and the projects that have been started are starting to get a bit old before they are even finished What you don’t see on the concept plans is the boring bits, and when it comes to that little stretch of road between Baypark and Do you need Bayfair that’s all we have been seeing for another bedroom? the last few years. Day after day, commuters have C a ll J U ST C a b in s fo r been fed a diet of road cones and the t he s o lu t i o n dramatic moments have been few and far between. Even those people who With a fully insulated and tastefully decorated JUST time around we had used to stand on either side of the CABINS cabin your friends or whānau will feel enough contenders to traffic lights to make sure peopl right at home. Locally owned and operated, visit justcabins.co.nz or call us to chat with the friendly make it seem like we got across safely have gone. Just Cabins team today. had a choice. So it was with some excitement It’s a thankless job that a giant drill and an equally Three convenient sizes: at times. People don’t ring you all hours giant pile of some kind appeared at Standard Extra-large of the day and night to tell you how Bayfair on Wednesday morning. By 3.6m x 2.4m - $80 pw 4.8m x 2.4m - $120 pw impressed they are that their sewage is Thursday morning the big pile had gone Large Plus delivery and bond. flushing away nicely and how they didn’ – presumably buried in the ground. Minimum rental period applies. 4.2m x 2.4m - $100 pw hit any potholes on their way to work. But it’s all I needed – a sign of progress. There is no 6pm ritual where residents Word on the street is that it was stand at the end of their driveways and ‘ground improvements’ to support the raise a glass of perfectly ph-balanced water new flyover bridge 0800 28 94 96 Stop it – that’s just too much excitement – ‘cheers to the councillors and staff!’ They just expect it. for one day.

That’s partly because they pay for it of course - $60 or so each week – but also because when you set a standard, people get used to it and not only want that standard maintained, but improved upon. In the case of the Tauranga City Council, there has been some fairly well-documented internal struggles in recent times, but do we really want the government to step in and take over the show, as could well be the case as early as next week? How boring would that be if you just hand over your money to someone you don’t even know and you don’t have anyone to complain to? I think if they do bring in a commissioner or commissioners, they should at least have a panel of people you can complain about. Nevertheless, the decision needs to come sooner rather than later if we are to maintain any sort of interest in the process of local government and local democracy. People are waiting in the wings to have a crack at local politics and we should really give them a chance to show their worth. It’s not always going to be an easy ride and goodness knows the city needs some cohesive decision making, but democracy is pretty important and it needs to run its course.

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Finally, if you are busy Christmas shopping you may have noticed a few things are in short supply. Apparently goods like electronics and household appliances are limited. Frankly if you are the kind of monster that buys a vacuum cleaner as Christmas gift, you deserve to have your brand choices limited. Happy reading and we’ll be back next week with a special Christmas edition. Daniel@thesun.co.nz

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“There’s support if you’re living in a house, there’s support if you don’t have a house, but being homeless with a car is a catalyst for crime.” He is dubbed D the Mechanic as he fixes cars for free for peopl who live in their car. The Weekend Sun asked people on the street about the idea. “It’s a good idea, as long as they have access to toilets and showers,” says Ross Olsen. “It’s a practical thing for the meantime,” says Michelle Aloria. Another supports the idea but only outside the central city. Support Services Trust chief imagination officer Tomm Wilson says it is a Band-Aid when social surgery is needed. “We’re just moving them from one cliff to another. “I can’t see it having an effect on the health and safety of homeless people.” Councillor John Robson agrees saying it’s a “bottom-of-the-cliff” solution. “It’s 35 years of an abdication of responsibility.” Councillor Andrew Hollis says if

they are able to help, they should. Tangata whenua representative for the projects, services and operations committee Emily Gudsell says council shouldn’t be seeking external funding for the project as the real issue is lack of availability in emergency housing, which was the responsibility of the Ministry of Social Development. “We’d be using ratepayer’s money for an issue that’s a government issue.” She says any funding should go to non-government organisations because they are better positioned to respond. Tommy says what’s really needed is a multi-purpose homeless village, with excellent security. “Security is key. Otherwise it will become a gathering place for bad behaviour.” Councillor Larry Baldock says they are basing the idea on a similar facility in Australia, where alongside toilets and showers they have dentists and doctors who come and visit. Baldock hopes the project will be linked with ‘wrap-around services’. Ursula Keay

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Residential garden a ‘gift’ Twice weekly in Tauranga, a group of men tend to a quiet vegetable garden tucked away in the hills of Welcome Bay. The routine brings peace and a sense of belonging and among the men - some who are homeless. It’s all thanks to Tauranga woman Rupal Mehta, who has offered up her 150 square metre plot of land to homeless advocacy group Street Kai. “I am here for the community and people are my passion. And gardening can be so fulfilling “Coming here they feel purpose, community integration and a sense of belonging,” Rupal says. She volunteers for various community organisations and joined Street Kai about two years ago. The idea came about after spending time working with migrant women on farms in Te Puke. “One day I just looked at my empty garden and it all made sense.” Dougie, who is part of the gardening group, says they all work together as a family. They are now seeing the results of their hard work, with the first lot of vegetables starting to appear “You don’t come here to sit around, you come here to work hard,” Dougie says.

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Sometimes a surprise from Santa’s helpers can be a little alarming if you’re not expecting it. This was the case for Paul Cameron, Gordon Peterken, Barry Harford, Hugh Jorgensen (Jorgy), Ray Smith, Graeme Williams, Gary Thompson and others this week. Most mornings the group of fishermen congregate near the Harrison’s Cut boat ramp and chew the fat while the sun rises over Papamoa beach. The near daily ritual of heading off out of the house and meeting at Harrison’s Cut has been going on for about 17 years. All married, mostly retired, the thing they have in common is fishing About ten years ago Jorgy built seating, and a sign ‘Fishermens Corner’ was installed with a small fish attached to the seat. One day a log washed up, so the men

towed it up with a truck and extended the seat. “Because we didn’t have enough room for everyone to sit,” says Jorgy. This week the group emerged from their cars only to discover that their legendary Fishermens Corner seating had been ripped out. A passing architect told them he’d seen a Tauranga City Council contractor removing it the day before. Questions flew thick and fast. “Without any consultation they’ve taken it away,” says Barry. “It’s used by hundreds of people. “Every time you go down there, someone is sitting on it. “No one has fallen off it yet.” During the next day, dismay and disappointment quickly turned to delight as they learned that Council had noticed the seat was becoming a little worse for wear and decided to replace it with a brand new one. At first the men thought it was going to be

relocated over near the carpark rubbish bins. “Sometimes people dump smelly household stuff in there,” says Barry. “No one’s going to want to sit there.” A quick check revealed that wasn’t what was happening at all, as Council plans for the new Fishermens Corner seats to be reinstated by December 18, which will be just in time for Christmas. “We hope to install the new seat no later than the end of next week - weather dependent - as we may need to let a new concrete pad cure prior,” says Tauranga City Council parks asset coordinator Jason Cooper. The old salts may need to stand around shuffling in the cold morning air for the next week while shooting the breeze and debating the issues of the world, but very soon things will be back to normal, thanks to a rather nice Council Christmas surprise.

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Foster families needed for furry friends The Tauranga SPCA is looking for foster families so animals can be in a home environment over Christmas. With ‘kitten season’ in full swing, SPCA resources are stretched and centres around the country are starting to fill up. SPCA foster families pla an important role in the animal care process and provide love, care,

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6 and a safe place for animals in need. Fostering involves caring for an animal from two to six weeks and comes at no cost to the family because SPCA supplies all food, medicine, bedding, and toys. For more information on fostering contact the Tauranga SPCA on: 07 578 0245.

The costly quirks of politics Bethlehem resident Kim Williams was the first to put in her nomination to stand as a Otumoetai Pyes Pa ward candidate in the upcoming Tauranga City Council by-election despite the uncertainty around whether it would be held or not.

officer Warwick Lampp. “If commissioners aren’t appointed until February then our election continues on its normal course until that point.” The by-election will cost Tauranga ratepayers $285,000. The printing and postage alone will cost $160,000 which would be saved if the minister made a final announcement before January 5, which is when voting “I’m just going ahead as papers get printed. if it’s business as usual,” This is highly unlikely, says Kim, who ran as an ‘At with the announcement Large’ candidate in the 2019 not expected to be made local elections. until late January or Former Tauranga mayor early February. Greg Brownless wants “It’s entirely feasible Local Government that voting packs could Minister Nanaia Mahuta be posted out in January to announce whether the and the commissioner is elected members will be appointed before voting replaced with a commission. closes on February 17 “I would respectfully like which means that we to ask the Minister and wouldn’t count the votes,” officials to consider making says Lampp. their decision promptly so To add to possible that all those people who scenarios, if another want to stand can be treated councillor resigns before fairly in the by-election voting starts, then the process,” says Brownless. Kim Williams is standing as a candidate current by-election process “At the moment it’s just for the Otumoetai Pyes Pa ward. stops and a new election is very difficult for people to restarted with the opening of nominations. know, and they’re being put off because of “It’s a lot of money not just for the by-election, but this uncertainty. for people who might be considering putting their “It would be really good if the council can respond to the minister quickly and then in turn, the minister energy and efforts into standing,” says Brownless. “For that reason, both the community and those can make a decision, and then we’ll know where we considering standing deserve certainty. stand before December 22.” “It’s an uncertain time and whatever the decision Voting for the by-election runs from January 26 to is, we need to know in fairness to the ratepayers and February 17. candidates, because ratepayers will be picking up the “Under the Act the election continues until the bill for this.” minister appoints commissioners,” says electoral

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The Mount Monster returns

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The Mount Monster is back for another year. Developed in 2013, the Mount Monster is New Zealand’s most prestigious surf lifesaving endurance race. Athletes from around the world gather each December on Mount Maunganui’s Main Beach for their chance to race on the spectacular coastline. It involves running, swimming, ski paddling and board paddling, with a few fears tested by the iconic five metre rock jump.

Aquaholic Bevan Grant says Tauranga Harbour is the best cruising ground for trailer yachts in New Zealand. Photo: John Borren.

There’s nothing like a day out on the ocean, wind whipping past your ears, the sun on your face and salt on your lips. Bevan Grant of the Tauranga trailer yacht cruising group is no stranger to this feeling and says Tauranga harbour is an incredible place for sailing. Sailing is a fantastic sport and the harbour is perfect for trailer yachts because Matakana Island provides shelter and there are many bays to explore all the way up to the Bowentown harbour, he says. A favourite spot for the group is a little beach dubbed Pohutukawa Bay where they sit on the white sand in the shade of pohutukawas with a view of Pahoia.

“This harbour is really something special and it suits the trailer yachts.” Trailer yachts need as little as 23cm of water beneath them because they can lift their centre board and rudder so sailors can reach almost any spot in the harbour, says Bevan. He says a lot of keelers can’t go past Motuhoa Island or Omokoroa in the harbour because of the shallow water. The group of sailors have been taking their yachts out for about 20 years and they’re keen for more people to join them. They are holding an open day on December 19 at Sulphur Point Marina from 9am where people can take their trailer yacht and get advice or help on setting up their boat and see some in action. For those keen to take their

yacht out, the group will be sailing to Omokoroa later in the morning. Bevan says it is a chance for people to get their yachts out on the water if they’ve been sitting idle or if people are interested in trailer yacht sailing they can come along and learn something. The group sail most weekends throughout summer and do both day trips and overnight stays at Tanners Point, Athenree or Hunters Creek. Trailer yachts vary in length from 5-8 metres and can usually sleep and cater for up to 4 people so are great family boats. Costs start from as low as $3000 for a yacht, motor and trailer, says Bevan. The open day is at Sulphur Point Marina from 9am on December 19. For more information call Bevan on: 07 576 8885.

Catch limits to be set for dark ghost shark Fisheries New Zealand is seeking public feedback on proposed changes to catch limits and other measures across a range of fisheries a part of the 2021 April sustainability round. Director fisheries managemen Emma Taylor says the consultation is part of Fisheries New Zealand’s twice-yearly regular reviews to ensure the ongoing sustainability of New

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Zealand’s fisherie resources. “Our oceans and fisheries are importan to all New Zealanders – they provide food for our whanau and

jobs in our communities. It’s part of what makes this place home. “By reviewing catch limits and other management measures, we help ensure their long-term sustainability for all New Zealanders to enjoy.” The only species in the Bay of Plenty to see changes under the proposal is the dark ghost shark, which would have catch limits set for the first time

Whether competing in a team or as an individual, lifeguards use this event to become fitter, faster and more skilled, as they hunt Mount Monster glory, says an event organiser. “Our junior athletes are the future and there is no greater inspiration than getting to race on the same beach as their senior role models. “That’s why they’ve come up with the Mini Monster, an invitational event for aspiring under-14 stars.” The Mount Monster will be held on Saturday, from 8am-3pm on Mount Main Beach.

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Answering the ‘why’ of Maunganui Road changes A stretch of Maunganui Rd from Hull Rd to Hinau St is undergoing major construction work.

Work started in 2017 between Tawa St and Sutherland Rd, followed by a three metre shared footpath/cycleway along Blake Park in 2019. Angle parking with more than 160

Construction in Maunganui Rd. additional parking spaces at Blake Park and the Mount Action Centre and a new Blake Park/Bay Oval entrance and footpath link are all new additions. Tauranga City Council director of transport Brendan Bisley says there has been a lot of complaints over the last few years about traffi speed, volume and heavy vehicles. “It’s a super wide corridor connecting Hewletts into the Mount.” Around Blake Park people often park on one side of Maunganui Rd, before crossing over to the other side, dodging cars that are often exceeding the speed limit. Changes to Maunganui Rd will maintain its core function but also cater to other needs, including pedestrians, says Brendan.

“For the kids that are going to play sport we need better, safer cycleways. The shared path on one side is all about an off road cycleway for the less confiden cyclists in that really busy traffic. The solid median in the centre of the road serves two purposes. “As a pedestrian you only have to cross to half way and then wait for a gap on the other side whereas at the moment everyone is just trying to run the gauntlet of trying to pick a gap in both directions...” The landscaped central strip also provides space for stormwater storage and disposal in the future. “By putting some trees there you also get a vertical nature, the street feels slightly more enclosed and vehicle speeds go down. “That’s part of the reason

roundabouts are going in... you have to slow to navigate those roundabouts so you moderate your speed as you go rather than using Maunganui Rd as a bit of a race track.” Residents living in the side streets have complained about being unable to get in and out and the roundabouts will balance that. The new roundabouts have been introduced at Clyde St and Tay St. “Doing what we’re doing is hopefully creating a safe environment so that all modes – that’s walking, cycling, and motorists can use it safely.” Construction is expected to be completed by June 2021 with changes to Maunganui Rd, in the stretch down to Golf Rd to be completed by 2024.

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Keeping apace with spaces and places

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Bay of Plenty councils, Sport NZ and Sport Bay of Plenty have collaborated on an updated strategy to help guide decision-making into the planning and provision of sport facilities across the region. The Bay of Plenty Spaces and Places Strategy 2020-23 builds upon the first such strategy in 2017 and has been endorsed by mayors and chief executives from Opotiki, Whakatane, Kawerau and Western Bay of Plenty

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Kelvern Parker and Joy.

Allan and Maureen Forbes are stalwarts of the Mount Maunganui Community Patrol, with 36 years of volunteering between them. Two nights a week, on a Thursday, Friday or Saturday, members of the patrol will pair up and drive the streets as the ‘eyes and ears’ for the police. Allan started because he wanted to volunteer his time to something worthwhile. But he’s stuck with it because it’s enjoyable and he never knows what is going to happen on any given night. Aside from the occasional case of mistaken identity, the team drive the streets keeping an eye out for suspicious activity and help prevent crime.

The car is decked out with lights and a police radio so sometimes they are the first on the scene They don’t leave the vehicle for safety reasons but relay information to police until they arrive. Mount Maunganui Community Constable Mefi Taele says the wouldn’t get that information otherwise. He says not many people would volunteer their time in the way that they do because there is a bit of risk involved. Patrol member Kelvern Parker says once you’ve been doing it for a while - in his case it’s 15 years - you get a feel for things that might be out of the ordinary. It can be as simple as recording the details of a car that has different number plates on the front or back and that information can help with

recovering stolen vehicles, he says. Sometimes their job requires more than observing and reporting. One night Kelvern and his partner were the first to arrive a an accident where a car had hit a power pole and lines were down on the road. They coned off the area and diverted traffic unti police arrived. The 13 members of the patrol all enjoy the camaraderie and the hours they spend together as well as the satisfaction of knowing they’re helping make the community safer. Maureen says they have fun while doing it too. “The main thing for us to remember is that we are volunteers, so not to take ourselves too seriously.” The team are always on the hunt for new members as well.

Mount information centre won’t go ahead Tauranga City Council has decided not to go ahead with building the Mount Visitor Information Centre, planned since 2015. Due to ‘growing demands on council’s limited funds’ general manager of Community Services Gareth Wallis says it is ‘prudent to review spending’. Councillor Heidi Hughes says it’s not the time or place to be spending money on information centres. Tourism Bay of Plenty chief executive Kristin Dunne says she is disappointed the project will not go ahead for an already hard-hit

tourism industry. Other councillors are concerned Tauranga may not be well equipped when the cruise industry finally returns “We don’t know how many are going to come and we need to be ready for that, are we going to realise we need something in two years and not be ready for it?” says councillor Larry Baldock. A temporary i-SITE will be at Te Papa o Nga Manu Porotakataka park in Mount Maunganui over summer to provide information support for domestic visitors. It was estimated to cost $4-$5 million.

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Love our lakes photo competition Show us the pictures of what you caught for dinner, your massive bombs off the local jetty or one of those amazing sunsets on our beautiful Rotorua Te Arawa lakes this summer and go into the draw to win a paddle board. The Rotorua Te Arawa Lakes Programme is working to preserve and protect the lakes so all of our tamariki and mokopuna can enjoy our lakes in the future. Upload your images and a short explanation about why you love the Rotorua Te Arawa lakes at www.rotorualakes.co.nz Entries close 12pm 1 March 2021. Ts and Cs Apply.

Consent to enable erosion repair works around the Bay of Plenty Council’s Integrated Catchments Group has lodged an application for resource consent to carry out erosion repair and flooding prevention works in rivers and streams across the region.

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Owning a jetski in the Bay Jetskis are fast and exciting machines but need to be handled with care.

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Colour dash for all

It’s time to have fun with colour!

Plenty of colour and fun is coming back in 2021. The world’s brightest fun run will be making a bright splash here in Tauranga in January, and thanks to Farmer Autovillage tickets will be given away to families that may otherwise not be able to participate. The Farmer Autovillage Colour Dash will feature entertainment from start to finish with live music, Zumba parties, food vendors and spot prizes. All ages, shapes and sizes can get involved and walk, run, or crawl while being splashed with special colourful dust at five stations along the fun run. Each colour station will be sponsored by a local business or organisation, with TLC Insurance already planning to sponsor the orange station. Everyone who registers will receive a free t-shirt and a bag of colour. The Tauranga City Council funded event is pram

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Grandstand opens up a ‘world of opportunities’ It’s something we might take for granted – covered seating allowing us to watch sports games whether rain or shine. But for Te Puke and the wider community, a new 400-seat grandstand will be well-used, and greatly appreciated, after years in the making. Opened officially last week at Te Puk Sports and Recreation Club, the allweather grandstand was built after the previous one, installed in 1995, became dilapidated and incapable of providing safe seating for the crowds. The project has been a big community effort which started back in 2017.

Te Puke Sports and Recreation Club became aware that Christchurch City Council intended to demolish Lancaster Park and offer the seats to sports organisations across New Zealand. The club succeeded in being allocated 400 seats the project. Several Bay of Plenty kiwifruit companies then combined efforts to transport the seats from Christchurch to Te Puke. Rick Hannay, Project Coordinator at Te Puke Sports and Recreation Club, says the new grandstand will open up a world of opportunities for the community.

A collaboration between Zespri and Plant & Food Research is a great step forward in developing value in the kiwifruit industry. Photo: Daniel Hines.

In previous articles I have talked about the need to develop higher value industries and jobs in the Western Bay.

The proposed Kiwifruit Breeding Centre strengthens the existing relationship between the two organisations and will provide the industry with more focus and investment in the breeding programme. Kiwifruit is very important to this region; it is our largest export earner and creates many jobs, with future plans to expand the footprint of the industry. It is a great crop to have from an economic point of view, having successfully increased both price and volume for a number of years. The industry’s focus on taste and the needs of their customers has allowed them a strong

While this region is viewed by many as being well off, the reality is that we have lower incomes than the New Zealand average and other comparable cities. Coupled with our high costs of living via housing prices, this causes problems in our community. While at least our incomes are improving relatively quickly off a low base, we need to accelerate this further. The announcement last week of a proposed joint venture between Zespri and Plant & Food Research is a great step towards creating that higher value economy.

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Port of Tauranga’s container conundrum The spokeswoman says large volumes of imported containers have been diverted to Tauranga because Ports of Auckland is only operating at one-third of its crane capacity. Ships are waiting at anchor one to two weeks to berth. She says this has coincided with the port’s peak export season and resulted in congestion across operations. “It’s been very frustrating for all involved but we’ve done our best to help importers and exporters move the unexpected cargo volumes.”

With the storage yard being so full a straddle carrier might need to move a few containers to get to the right one. The port has demolished a cargo shed to build a new truck exchange which should be open in early January. Eric says they don’t need more parking spaces but more straddles and operators. He says port staff are great to work with and he doesn’t want to take away from the port’s reputation but wants action on the wait times.

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A local truck driver is frustrated with wait times for loading and unloading containers at the Port of Tauranga. Casual truck driver Eric Crabbe takes containers from the Mount Maunganui industrial area to the Tauranga container terminal at Sulphur Point daily and says some days it can take more than an hour of waiting inside the port to load or unload a container. The day Eric spoke to The Weekend Sun it was 1 hour and 40 minutes from the time he checked into the gate and left again for one trip to the receiving and delivery area. On a normal day Eric can deliver 14 containers. This day it is only seven. Days like this happen two to three times a week and is costing companies money and causing stress, especially for drivers travelling from outside Tauranga, who need to stay within their logbook constraints. He believes the long wait times are caused by not

having enough straddle carriers or operators available to shift the containers around the terminal. On the day he spoke to The Weekend Sun he could see 10 sitting idle. This is something he discussed with the port about 10 years ago but he feels the problem has been getting worse in the last two years. In April 2019 the port introduced a vehicle booking system to help spread out truck traffi and avoid heavy peaks but that also depends on truck drivers showing up on time, says a Port of Tauranga spokeswoman. Eric says the wait times in the receiving and delivery area can prevent drivers from arriving at the booked time, so they have to wait until their next time slot. Port data shows average truck turnaround times of under 25 minutes from April 2019 to September 2020 and the average time spiked to just under 30 minutes in October, says a port spokeswoman.

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Renewed commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi signatures.Minister Mahuta previously said removing the legislative barrier to hold a poll would be her priority if elected – and it is. Look for updates on my Facebook. We are also reinforcing our commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi by delivering on our election promise to continue strengthening te reo Maori in our schools. Last term, Associate Education Minister Kelvin Davis kicked off the Te Ahu o Te Reo Maori trial training more than 1000 people in the correct use of our taonga. Now, we’re looking for 10,000 new champions across the motu –

As a member of a strong Labour Government, I recently received more than 30,000 signatures backing Local Government Minister Nanaia Mahuta’s actions to strengthen Te Tiriti partnership commitments in Local Government bodies, by improving opportunities to create Maori wards. As newly elected chair of Parliament’s Maori Affairs Select Committee, I am committed to delivering change and increasing Maori representation in this area. It was significant Toni Boynton - whose previous mahi around Maori wards in Whakatane I had backed - handed me the

including here in the Waiariki - so that te reo can be used every day by everyone in our classrooms. I encourage all teachers and support staff to register now, via the Ministry of Education website. Lastly, I wish all Waiariki whanau a summer of safety around our roads and beaches. I also acknowledge the festive season ahead for whaaau of those lost in the Whakaari tragedy. Our thoughts, awhi and aroha remain with you, always.

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Shane Walker painting a power box for Creative Bay of Plenty’s Chorus Cabinet Art Project. “We felt this was one way we could support artists, performers and organisations quickly, while, at the same time, delivering positive, creative summer energy to our region, at a time Dancers at this year’s Diwali Festival. Photos: Jess Lowcher. when it will likely be brimming with domestic travellers.” creative ideas, cultural celebrations, and arts events. TECT general manager Wayne Werder says art, Established organisations, informal groups and culture and creativity breathe life into a city; bring individuals are all invited to apply for projects that the community together, showcase the region and deliver a new arts, culture, or heritage benefit to people and add vibrancy to the streets. the community. “As we head into summer, this is a fantastic time The submission process is simple, and those new to support that. We love being at the heart of our to grant-writing can get help from the Creative Bay community, and this funding partnership will allow of Plenty team. Applications will be accepted on a us to further support the creative sector, with a rolling basis, are capped at $2000, and decisions will quick turn-around that will get new projects up and be made within a fortnight of submission. running so we can all get out there and enjoy them.” Creative Bay of Plenty general manger Eric The Arts Mini-grants guidelines and application Holowacz says the arts and entertainment sectors have had a tumultuous year and it’s time to rebuild a form are available at: www.creativebop.org.nz sense of togetherness and shared experiences. For further information or support to make an “Our local arts communities are eager to make application, people can email Annie Hill on: 2021 a vibrant and dynamic year. annie@creativebop.org.nz

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Timo Rannali prepares to put his works on show in a rare exhibition. Photo: John Borren.

Watching people’s reactions while viewing his paintings is something Timo Rannali is looking forward to. “I want to find out what people think, because it’s been so long since I’ve had my work out in public,” says Timo, ahead of his Mount Maunganui solo exhibition launch this weekend. “The paintings have always gone from my studio straight into people’s homes. I just want to be talking to people and see if they smile or cry.” His paintings with curved ‘fish-eye’ horizons and stylised people are so popular that he’s been kept busy with commissions. “People come to me and say: ‘I want you to capture our life story onto canvas’. And they want to pass it on to future generations. I have come to the point where I believe that’s a really high calling.” He spends time capturing a family’s essence, painting their stories, homes and lives into often large works, with stories behind stories, hidden meanings and often the portrayal of personal moments and humour that are especially meaningful to that family.

His work can be described as stylised realism with a naïve bent, with the design of the elements and shapes usually exaggerated and colours always vibrant. “The main aim behind my work is to celebrate life and man’s interaction with the environment.” There will be about 15 pieces for sale in the exhibition, ranging from smaller works to large paintings. Some are retrospective but most are recent. “The retrospective works are ones I did for myself when I needed a break from the commissions.” There are cyclists, sunbathers, imaginary musicians, even an opera singer with orchestra. In 2009 Timo published a book on New Zealand titled ‘Aotearoa New Zealand: A Land to Love’ that features his work from all over the country. “For this exhibition I’ve gone one step further in that I’ve tried to engage the viewer by having them as part of the painting. When you look at the painting, your hands are on the handlebars and you become the cyclist or you are the one sitting at a cafe.” Timo will be at the exhibition at 149 Maunganui Rd, from 9.30am – 4.30pm from December 12 – 23 to meet people and talk about his work.

Pledging to build the highways In my first post-election column a few weeks frankly affordable public transport requires good back, I said that one of my four priorities for roads and in truth cars and trucks will always be needed to get around as well. Tauranga was transport. I also don’t discount some of the very exciting

technological developments we all hear about whether in ride sharing or autonomous transport to make a big difference over time. Whatever happens though, our road network isn’t yet complete and investments in the following three big ticket items will never be regretted. The sooner they are built, the better. I’ve campaigned on them for some time and want to be in government so we can make them happen. To read more about the three big items - Tauranga Northern Link, Tauranga South and Hewletts Rd, head to: www.sunlive.co.nz

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at the shopping centre so people don’t have to travel to the Tauranga CBD library for books. Lots of people have donated to the swap library so far and it is starting to get a wide variety of books, she says. Joanne loves Maungatapu and its community, having lived there for

18 years. She says it is a diverse multicultural community with everyone from young families to retirees. Joanne is looking forward to a busy day at the markets and says the shops in the centre will benefit from the increase in foot traffic as well

Joanne Buxton is excited to see the community mixing and mingling at the markets on Saturday. Photo: John Borren.

A monthly market has been set up to celebrate everything Maungatapu has to offer. Market organiser Joanne Buxton started the market as a way to bring the community back together. She says everyone got to know

each other during the Covid lockdown but since going back to Level 1 people are busy and don’t see each other as much. The market will be held at the Maungatapu shops from 7.30am to 10am on Saturday, December 12, and locals will be selling everything from candles and jewellery to worm fertiliser. “They’re all local people who are

doing things and they’ve never really had an outlet to sell them.” Joanne says the number of people interested in having a stall or coming along is fantastic and they will hold the market monthly from now on. “It’s going to be good for Maungatapu.” Another community initiative she has set up is a cupboard library

Taking marae to the next level An online ‘Marae Kete’ has been launched by Western Bay of Plenty District Council to help marae in the district address the practicalities of administering their marae.

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The need for climbing speed With sport climbing set to make its debut at Mount Maunganui is home to the Summer Olympics next year interest in New Zealandâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s only full-spec speed wall. The wall at Blake Park is 15.7 the sport has skyrocketed. metres high. The Bay of Plenty Sport Climbing Association has seen a 20 per cent increase in membership each year since the announcement was made.

The sportâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s three disciplines are speed climbing, bouldering and lead climbing. While Kiwi athletes have had ample access to bouldering and lead climbing before the Blake Park speed wall was built the closest was in New Caledonia.

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New Zealand head coach Rob Moore says the speed wall is allowing athletes to reach new levels and they can train in all three disciplines right here in Tauranga. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s opening up coaching opportunities, profiling speed climbing as a sport in its own right, and will also attract overseas athletes for climbing competitions.â&#x20AC;? Rob, who is also a BOPSCA committee member, says athletes can go to the world champâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s more competitively because they can train consistently on a speed wall that is exactly the same at all competitions they go to. â&#x20AC;&#x153;At the Youth World Champs now we are just knocking on the

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â&#x20AC;&#x153;You never know when or where we are going to find the next speed climbing champ, so we have been going to all the CrossFit and gymnastic places and encouraging people to give it a try.â&#x20AC;? BOPSCA is ensuring everyone in the community has a chance to try out the sport, test their speed and have some fun, by opening up the Speed Wall for â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Fast Fridaysâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; over the summer. The series, which runs from 4pm â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 7.30pm on Fridays, is open to all ages and abilities to have a crack at climbing the wall, with both competitive and social categories. To learn more about the association and Fast Fridays events, search â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;BOPSCAâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; on Facebook.

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The ‘Godfather of Giving’ There’s a pretty patch of land up the back of Te Puna on Quarry Road we call The Puku Patch. It’s on the Bowden whenua and where we grow the kai to feed our 200-odd homeless families we have in our Te Tuinga whanau flock When we first found the whenua we only had a dream and a pocket full of hope and that’s when we went to see ‘the Godfather of Giving’ here in Tauranga Moana - Des Ferrow - and as he has done on numerous occasions, he helped. Today, the Puku Patch, like everything Des touched, has turned to gold and we will be harvesting a bumper crop for Christmas. Sadly, Des passed away last Saturday morning, peacefully in his sleep. Over the years Des has quietly supported many organisations like ours and he did it without fanfare or ego driven reciprocity. The game of life Des played was in my opinion never about money but the good things you could do for others with the money you made. In Maori we call that mana, where it’s all about what you give, be it knowledge, kai, kindness or money, and not what you have.

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Life was a game of fun, and money was simply ‘fun coupons’. That’s how I found Ferrow to be - money didn’t rule him and could never ruin him. He played the game like no other I have ever met in my travels, working for kings and queens, rock stars and ratbags while playing in 33 countries across this crazy planet. Playing the game his way gave Des providence in many ways, including the amazing launch he let all of our staff play on with his look alike son Glenn - the skipper of his Ngati Skippy waka. Des could do a deal in his tracksuit pants and the stories told of flash Harrys from the big smoke coming into town trying to stitch up ‘the Godfather of Giving’ are legendary. No better example of his understated style was running into him downtown outside the then Wananga building

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The Puku Patch came Many readers will have never heard of Des about as a result of Des Ferrow - this man of mana - and that’s the way Ferrow’s generous nature. he liked it, and why he turned down numerous nominations for awards. where my wife was a tutor. Some say Des had his fingers in a lot of pies, but When asked: ‘Who’s that for me he was the pie, and like a good pie it was fulla? Is he one of your homeless no good without sauce, and for that, nothing other Des Ferrow. clients?’ I promptly replied: ‘Nah than knowledge was the sauce you had to bring to the he’s your landlord’. She thought I table if you were going to break bread with Des. was joking and we carried on. That and a beautiful bunch of flowers for his loyal ‘Girl I wasn’t and he was. Friday’ (personal assistant) Gabrielle who will miss him more than most after 40-plus years of friendship. A highlight in any conversation with Des, when a map or more Picking a winner milk for the cuppa was required, was waiting for the classic Ferrow So the Godfather of Giving has run call - like a seasoned auctioneer about to go “going, going…” his last race just like the last race at but instead of gone, it would be an octave higher when calling Tauranga this week named in honour of out for “Gabrielle!” his good mate ‘Snow’ Temperton. They both knew a good nag and when Kings Chapel came up trumps half of Tauranga who were in the know and got Taiaha of knowledge the good oil, were on it. The great Maori leader Sir Apirana Ngata once proclaimed that the What some may not know is Des was Taiaha of knowledge is what will win Maori the challenges they face also part owner of Vegas Showgirl the in the future and in my opinion Desmond Joseph Ferrow was cut mother of Winx who was named as the from the same cloth. best race horse in the world. Knowledge was to be shared and he had volumes of it to give Yes, Des knew a winner when he saw to those who could digest it. Many a time I would leave our it and he knew knowledge was the best long lunches with a head full of new knowledge and a full puku, bet in life. I’ll miss his cheeky boy sense sometimes at a flash restaurant as was the case very recently w en he of humour. I’ll miss our long lunches took me to The Clarence Hotel and predictably ordered an egg with solving the problems of the planet. his perfectly cooked eye fillet steak I’ll remember him as my Ngati Skippy I learned a lot from my Ngati Skippy mate Ferrow. I learned to mate who John Mason - another good always help clear the table after a meal, something he taught to me bugger once said to me about Des - he’s on a road trip with Gabrielle, looking at museums down the line. a beautiful man. I understood it was to honour his hard working mum who was the Aurevoir Ferrow. epitome of love, learning and hard work, giving Des everything he Moe mai ra e te Rangatira Des. needed to get ahead in life, much like another community king pin Tommy Wilson and a close mate of his who also supports our organisation.

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Christmas is just around the corner and the team at Langton’s Lingerie are here to help you purchase the right gift for the special woman in your life. Langtons Lingerie specialises in lingerie, swimwear and sleepwear, offering plenty of guidance in what looks best on you. “That’s why when you come to a specialised store like us, we can find the shape that works best for you,” says Langton’s Lingerie’s Delys Williams. “We fit swimwear the same way we fit bras – peopl can come here who might normally struggle to know how to get swimwear to accentuate their body proportions and we will help them.” They also have beautifully designed nightwear in cotton, modal, viscose, merino/cotton, silk and satin, wrap, button through or zip dressing gowns and a

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Home & Council calls to target woolly nightshade Bay of Plenty landowners are being asked to do their bit to stop the spread of woolly nightshade in the region.

The campaign, run by the Bay of Plenty Regional Council, can give landowners advice on how to use a ‘woolly nightshade treatment kit’ and demonstrations on the best ways to control it.

BOPRC’s biosecurity manager Greg Corbett says the invasive weed has taken hold of underdeveloped land in the last few years, particularly in coastal Bay Of Plenty. “Woolly nightshade is a problem because it can form quite dense canopies that suppress other plants from growing through,” says Greg. “It’s easily spread by birds and it sets seed at quite a young age – within six months of germinating it can be setting seed and spreading. “It’s an aggressive plant, making it difficul to control.” Woolly nightshade can be identified b dense clusters of purple flowers that gro year-round, followed by bunches of round Woolly nightshade fully grown and a close up of berries that ripen from green to dull yellow. it’s purple flowers The entire plant is covered in dusty hairs, and the leaves have a strong kerosene-like but owners of larger land just have to target smell, especially when rubbed or crushed. their boundaries.” This is the first time BOPRC have done The campaign may be new, but Greg says woolly deliberate campaign targeting the weed. nightshade has been recognised as a pest in the “We are tying it in with our new regional pest Council’s pest management plan since the 1990s. management plan, which will hopefully become “Despite a lot of work being done by Council, operable this month following public submissions. community groups and landowners, woolly “Following this, landowners will be required to nightshade is still an issue. control woolly nightshade within 200 meters of “By calling to landowners directly, we are hoping their boundaries to minimise the risk of it spreading to raise woolly nightshade’s profile and encourag people to take any opportunity to control it. to their neighbours. “So, a small lifestyle block may have to assault “When we engage with landowners, we often every bit of woolly nightshade on their property, see success.”

Building activity bounces back The volume of building activity bounced back to normal levels in the September 2020 quarter, following the significant drop in the Covid-hit June 2020 quarter, Stats NZ has released.

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Home ownership rate lowest in almost 70 years The pilot housing survey showed that rented homes were more likely to be smaller, older, and in need of major repair, and less likely to have double glazing than owned homes. However, there was no significant difference in insulation between owned and non-owned homes. Rented homes more frequently had problems with mould and damp than owned homes, which was consistent with the results of the 2018 GSS and 2018 Census. People living in rented homes were also more likely to report problems with cold, and less likely to have efficient heating sources such as heat pumps and wood burners. Poor quality housing can have an impact on wellbeing. Just more than half of people who reported four key housing quality problems in the 2018 GSS had low life satisfaction (0-6 on a scale from 0 to 10).

The proportion of people living in their own home was the lowest in almost 70 years at the time of the 2018 Census, and home ownership is becoming much less common for younger people, Stats NZ has released. A new report Housing in Aotearoa: 2020 brings together a range of housing information, including home ownership data, to paint a picture of the state of housing in New Zealand today. Census data shows that home ownership peaked in the 1990s at 74 per cent and by 2018 had fallen to 65 per cent of households, the lowest rate since 1951. However, home ownership rates appear to have been more stable between 2013 and 2018. "Despite house prices rising faster than incomes in recent years, home ownership rates between 2013 and 2018 were relatively stable, which may reflect firs home buyers taking advantage of KiwiSaver deposits and low interest mortgage rates," lead author Dr Rosemary Goodyear says.

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Home ownership rates have fallen for all age groups since the early 1990s, but especially for those in their 20s and 30s. In 1991, 61 per cent of people aged 25 to 29 years lived in an owner-occupied home. By 2018, this had dropped to 44 per cent. Similarly, for those aged in their late 30s, the rate dropped from 79 per cent in 1991 to 59 per cent in 2018. "Home ownership rates for younger people have seen significant falls since the 1990s; however, ownership rates for those aged 60 years and over have only fallen slightly," Dr Goodyear says. "This may be because the baby boomer generation was more likely to get a foot

on the property ladder earlier than young people today." With the decline in home ownership, a higher proportion of households are now renting. At the time of the 2018 Census, 32 per cent of households were living in rented homes. "Price indexes show that rents have risen in line with incomes nationally but have outstripped income growth in centres like Wellington and Auckland where markets are particularly competitive," Dr Goodyear says. Households that rent spend, on average, a higher proportion of their income on housing costs than people living in owneroccupied homes. New data sources in 2018 have provided the most comprehensive look to date, at the state of housing in New Zealand. "New questions in the 2018 Census and the 2018 general social survey (GSS) provide a wealth of subjective data about

housing, while a housing survey involving physical inspections of more than 800 homes has added an objective lens," Dr Goodyear says.

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The pilot housing survey was conducted by the Building Research Association of New Zealand, and funded by BRANZ and the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment. Participants were selected from households that had completed the GSS. "The pilot housing survey was a first for collaboration of this nature between Stats NZ and BRANZ and provided an invaluable link between subjective and objective data," Dr Goodyear says. "Linking physical inspections to GSS data shows the differences and similarities between how people assess the state of their homes and the assessment of a qualified inspector.

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It doesn’t get any more important The ‘shovel ready’ Northern Arterial Highway which had been reinstated on the infrastructure urgent list prior to the election has been squelched again. The project had been on the previous Government’s ready-to-go list for second quarter 2018, but is now going to have to wait. Highways of economic importance don’t come any more important than this essential freight hub to the country’s most important port. Road safety isn’t entirely the responsibility of drivers. Providing fit-for-purpose roads is increasingly becoming a problem. This administration can’t even keep up with maintenance - witness the appalling state of SH29 Kaimai west. M Maunder, Otumoetai.

The meaning of good and bad An interesting day, November 25. The Reserve Bank manager said: ‘we can’t control houses prices, it is not our business,’ yet that is exactly what he has done by lowering the interest rates to the floor People will say it’s a supply issue. Well we have always had a supply issue in New Zealand yet prices never went up as they have right now. Then he went on to say we have the best economy in the world and on the same day the government announced tampons etc will not be free because too many people can’t afford them. Let me remind you this is the only country in the world where people cannot afford these basics. Imagine how bad it would be if we had a bad economy in the eyes of the reserved bank [sic] manager. A Bourne, Bethlehem.

Decision time Big egos and bad driving

A majority of ratepayers should be aware of the consequences of the Council shambles. What this is all about is rates. Mr Powell, in my opinion, came to town at the behest of business interests. It was their plan to increase rates dramatically to reduce their own costs. Parallel to that was a plan for all manner of new but not essential amenities which they considered to be ratepayer responsibility. This policy would involve a massive increase of the rates over the three years by some estimates. This is what is likely with the appointment of a Crown manager/commissioners. It would be the end of democracy. They are empowered totally. So we’re at the crossroads for a lot of ‘asset rich’ / cash poor ratepayers. The $2 billion, so-called black hole, 10-year plan is just that. A plan. Solution is simple. Either make growth pay for growth or cut – nay, scythe – the 10-year plan dream list and keep rates at acceptable levels for a great majority. W Faulkner, Otumoetai.

Why are Bay Of Plenty drivers so impatient and such bad drivers? You live in a country five minutes wide by 15 minutes long but the majority of you drive as if you were doing a Sydney to Perth long haul. All BOP drivers are tail gate drivers regardless of the speed and most are driving above the posted speed limits. What is also obvious is most clearly do not have even the minimum level of driving skills needed for safe driving just at the legal speed limit. You say teenagers are bad drivers. News flash! – All you adult males and females over 20 are worse than any teenager. Teenagers are unable to fully perceive risk, your ego chooses to ignore risk. None of you are anywhere near as good as you think you are. Your skills

and judgement are at the level of third world drivers and that’s really bad because they have an excuse, you don’t. If you don’t believe this just compare the New Zealand statistics of injuries and deaths per head of population with other countries to appreciate just how bad you really are. It’s a given that the majority of New Zealand major road networks are unfit for the rated speeds. Almost all major roads should be limited to maximum 80km/h, in keeping with the average New Zealand driver’s competence. When you drive at 100km/h plus with your huge egos but poor skill levels it only endangers everyone so wake up to yourselves, stop tail gating, slow down, pay attention and maybe we’ll both survive. S McLean, Tauranga

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Hold a referendum Can someone please explain why the Tauranga City Council has now made a U-turn and will not be holding a no-extra-cost referendum to the ratepayers when the ratepayers/public have decidedly wished for a choice of pay-as-you-throw rubbish collection system at the coming by-election. Surely the council have nothing to lose and very much needed respect to gain! It is time the ratepayers were given some leeway instead of being charged for something they may or may not want. Time to find out once and for all by vote J Newman, Mt Maunganui

I’m not sure if anyone has noticed but this bus stop is almost funny as well as being ridiculous. The sign, which must have been attached about two weeks ago makes it even more amusing. And I was hoping they would start putting bus stops behind the kerbs! I’m so pleased that they didn’t put another one on the other side. D Russell, Welcome Bay. The Weekend Sun welcomes letters from readers. Preference will be given to short letters (200 words maximum) supplied with full name and contact details.

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Drivers complacent over drink driving With the festive holiday season just around the corner, New Zealand Police and Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency have a simple message for Kiwis: Arrive alive – if you’re drinking, don’t drive. “Tragically around 400 people continue to be killed or seriously injured on New Zealand roads every year in crashes where the driver was impaired,” says Waka Kotahi general manager safety, health and environment Greg Lazzaro. National road policing manager Acting Superintendent Gini Welch says no-one’s holiday needs to be ruined by an avoidable tragedy on the roads this year and everyone has the power to make good decisions which will keep the roads safe for everyone. The message is clear – make the right choice these holidays – if you’re drinking, don’t drive. Greg says a new Waka Kotahi advertising campaign launched recently supports that message by targeting drivers who have developed a sense of complacency about the risk of impaired driving. “Unfortunately there are still a lot of Kiwi drivers who don’t think it’s a problem to drive after drinking. “They know that drinking increases their chance of crashing, and they know the consequences of being stopped by police, but they’re still willing to take the chance. “Anyone can make a mistake when driving, but alcohol impairment can turn that mistake into a life changing, tragic event. “Deaths and serious injuries on our roads are not inevitable and New Zealanders absolutely do not need to accept that serious crashes are just another

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part of the holidays.” Superintendent Gini Welch says p”olice will be working hard throughout the holidays and all summer long to keep everyone safe. “We’ll be doing everything we can to prevent drink-driving through impairment check points and random roadside testing. “But we also ask people to make

responsible decisions that don’t risk lives. “In the five years from 2015 to 2019, 374 people were killed in crashes where the driver was over the legal alcohol limit, and nearly 1600 people were seriously injured in those crashes. “That’s a lot of lives, a lot of people who could still be here today or who would not be suffering the ongoing

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Car making a difference in the community It’s a story of a team making the community “The sponsorship was originally through the feel safe and a local business doing what they Holden brand, so they’d give us a Holden,” says Papamoa Community Patrol chairperson Debbie can to help make that happen. Youngman. “Then, when Holden pulled out of New

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Super Stonic star arrives

Just when you think a deal couldn’t get any sweeter, a car manufacturer swoops in and steals the limelight. This week, Santa delivers an early Christmas present, in the form of the 2021 Kia Stonic. Before you ask, the name is a blend of the words speedy and tonic. What’s ‘astonical’ in my opinion though, is the astonishingly low introductory price of just $21,990+ORC. The test car arrived in the Tauranga Motor Company showroom last week and we jumped the rapidly growing queue to take it for a spin. So the question is, what do you get for your money? With the punters booking up for their turn at the wheel, the pressure is on to find out

In a nutshell, you get an economical SUV with all the latest styling elements and a lot of the latest tech squeezed into it. This ‘Mighty Yellow’ car with the black roof [a cool black roof is an extra $500] makes a striking statement. It shares a chassis and engine with the Kia Rio, but the Stonic’s larger size, sporty grille, roof racks and dynamic styling gives it a an appealing presence – front and back. As the photographer slings his camera gear in the back, I settle into the driver’s seat and get used to the gadgets and the styling. The first thing you notice is the big 20cm [8”] screen in the centre of the console. This can sync with two mobile devices at a time, if that’s the way you roll. Apple Car Play

and Android Auto make it easy to hook up and in fact are wireless plus there are USB ports for charging and direct connection. The dash has its own head-up display between the speedo and rev counter that displays a bunch of other important information. The base model comes with a 1.4 litre petrol engine so we weren’t able to drift sideways onto Hewletts Rd in a cloud of smoke but there is plenty of power there to satisfy most people. The higher spec GT line model comes with more power across a wider range plus amazing fuel economy of just 5.4l per 100km thanks to a 1 litre turbo engine. The base model still has good fuel economy of 6.7 litres per 100km. Being an SUV, you have more storage options and a bit of extra height to make access easy

and to help you see around. As we head out to Papamoa Beach for the photos, you also notice the other tech packed into the package including lane assist, forward collision avoidance assist, lane follow assist, plus a handy reversing camera. That really is impressive for the price and still more goodies are packed into the higher spec models. The introductory price finishes on December 31 with delivery (and rego!) in the New Year. To place an order, to test drive or for more information contact the Tauranga Motor Company on: 578 1378 or visit their amazing new showroom at 100 Hewletts Rd. Stonic LX (as tested) special introductory price of $21,990 +ORC + $500 for the black roof. Daniel Hutchinson

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Quakers are committed to sustainability The world is threatened by many catastrophic crises, including pandemics, wars and environmental disintegration. Some people see this as the end of the world. While in some ways we are blessed in New Zealand, especially by being sheltered from the Covid-19 pandemic, sooner or later at least some of these events will affect us. Whatever religious significance we give to these threats, our deeply held values, priorities and lifestyles, particularly our enjoyments will be challenged. How concerned are we about the health of our natural environment, for instance, or the impact of our lifestyles on our grandchildren's children? Images of global degeneration can be frightening, and the prospect of our lifestyles having a detrimental impact on our environment can

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Hanukkah, the miracle of lights In the beginning Elohim (God) declared: “Let there be light”. Yeshua (Jesus) said: “I am the light of the world”. It is wonderful and exciting that God instituted and encouraged so many amazing festivals to honour Him. These begin with the Shabbat (Friday sundown to Saturday sundown - sabbath). It shows He is a god of celebration. As disciples (Jews and Gentiles) of Yeshua the Messiah, who is Jewish, we follow only the festivals He celebrated. Hanukkah, the Hebrew word for dedication is an eight-day festival about a dedicated people who refused to compromise to God’s Word. Today, the world around us is demanding that we compromise the Word of God to suit their comfort. As we observe Hanukkah, we remember that we are to stand strong against the forces of compromise. The festival/feast commemorates the rededication of the second Temple, desecrated in the 2nd Century BC by a Syrian- Greek king who led a large army yet was defeated in the Maccabean revolt. This small Jewish army of 400 fought against the forces of evil in their day and took back Judea and the Temple, cleansing it and rededicating it to God. We remember the traditional miracle of the Menorah which lit the Temple. It states that

at the time of rededicating the Temple, there was only enough oil to light the Menorah for one day. Yet, it lasted for an entire eight days, enough time to prepare more oil. It reminds us to be ready and waiting for His return with our lives full of the oil of the Holy Spirit refusing to allow any darkness into our lives. It’s a reminder to be a light in our nation and to the nations by expressing the love and ways of Yeshua to all who will listen. Celebrate with us and let His light shine. By the way, we celebrate Yeshua’s (Jesus) birth the day before Pesach (Passover). For more info please contact Joel at: Info@BethEl.org.nz

Christmas dinner to go ahead!

St Peters offers a free dinner of ham and chicken to about 200 people every year. Some are older folk on their own, some are large families, some are students living alone; we welcome one and all to our Christmas meal. This meal has been going for 31 years so we are

so pleased that we didn’t need to cancel because of Covid. Even if Tauranga were to be at Alert Level 2 or 3 we are planning for there to be a box meal available to pick up. The excitement is beginning to build as we gather a team of about 80 volunteers to help make the meal a success. For any more details, please see: www.stpeters.org.nz Rev Simon Mcleay, St Peters in the City Tauranga.

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This is the place for Grant Haua OK. Nearly Christmas. Footloose and Covid-free. This week I have three shows for you. First up a concert by the most excellent Grant Haua, who has spent nearly two years working on a future that is finally beginning to reap the rewards he deserves. In that time Grant has recorded a solo album – his third – along with a number of accompanying videos, all in the pursuit of landing an international record label. And that's just what happened earlier in the year, when French label Dixiefrog signed him with the aim of launching his music in Europe, along with accompanying tours and full support. Except that's all rather tricky at the moment. The people of France are not currently campers in any state of happiness. But at least they have Grant Haua's music to enjoy! He will be playing a show for the good citizens of France, as well as the lucky punters of Tauranga and the rest of the world, on December 20. I would tell you where it is but there's not much point as tickets have already sold out. And, anyway, it's at a secret location. Because the location is not too important for a live-stream such as this. It's happening online at 3pm on Sunday, December 20. Visit Grant's Facebook page for details. As he says: “From my whare to yours”. His last livestreamed concert a few weeks back garnered something like 11,000 viewers: not too shabby! And while some deals with overseas labels seem very much to exist in name only, Dixiefrog are already getting right behind Grant. He currently has two singles out from his upcoming album, Awa Blues, which is due for release at the beginning of 2021.

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First was the raucous blues of Tough Love Mumma with its great video, then the deeply-felt This Is The Place, with Te Reo chorus and Maori imagery, exactly, it seems, what the French are after. And not just the French. It debuted at #1 on the iTunes Kiwi Blues charts. This is The Place was also reviewed in the French edition of Rolling Stone magazine. My French is rudimentary and mainly involves food and wine. I can order a meal and a bottle of Chateauneuf du Pape toute de suite, but my review reading is about on par with Google translate so I enlisted assistance from the well-travelled brain of

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bluesman Mike Garner. Mike not only knows all the food words but a few others besides, having played in such august French territories as New Caledonia. Here is what he came up with: Grant Haua – This Is The Place (which followed reviews of the new Bruce Springsteen, AC/DC and Bob Mould): A new signing by the respected French label, Dixiefrog, Grant Haua comes straight from New Zealand, a guitarist handling the blues with a Maori Haka. With unstoppable rhythms, ‘This Is The Place’ has the advantages of an exotic hit with a real artistic background, drawn from the cosmopolitan culture of this southern warrior. Damn fine! Both this and Tough Love Mumma are on Spotify have a listen. And, moving right along there are a couple of other shows coming up over the next week that will both be well worthwhile. Singer songwriters Nadia Reid and Hollie Fullbrook (of Tiny Ruins) are coming to Baycourts's X Space this Sunday (December 13). Both are fantastic in their own right and make simply the most extraordinary music together. They recently sang on Jesse Mulligan's National Radio afternoon show and unveiled a simply breathtaking version of Don McGlashan's Dominion Road. You can listen online at RNZ. Tickets are $46 from Ticketek. And next week (Saturday, December 19) Wellington-based

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that are relevant for today and examine a radical Christian faith.” Also speaking will be Dr David Chaplow, a forensic psychiatrist and Matapihi local who will be speaking on Covid-19, illness, wellness and wellbeing. This isn’t the start of a post-modern joke. The first Richard Goodwin, the academic director of Pathways thing they have in common is they’ll all be speaking Bible College who holds a PhD in at the Mt Baptist Mini Bible School Theology and Film, and Shaun this January. Sutcliffe the executive director The second, and more of International Needs New important one, is that they Zealand, who worked as a all believe in the power of private wealth advisor for Jesus to change lives. many years. Attendees will have the “This is an opportunity opportunity to hear from for everyone to learn more Mark Johnson, an ordained about God in New Zealand Anglican Minister and selfExperience authentic Kiwi Christianity today,” says Ross. described punk. at the Mount Baptist Mini Bible “We were once known as a “Mark spoke last year and was School. Christian country, when did this a real hit with his mix of authenticity change and why? and gospel knowledge,” says Mt Maunganui Baptist “This short, three-day Bible school is a chance Church pastor and event organiser Ross Horton. for people to hear from some of the country’s most Ross says Mark is an accomplished teacher who interesting and relevant Christian thinkers. brings a fresh and real approach to help you apply “No pretence, no agenda, just straightforward scripture to everyday life. biblical truth from enthusiastic and knowledgeable “The Bible has never been more relevant but at followers of Jesus.” times it can feel a little scary and confusing to Mount Mini Bible School will be run at Mount modern readers. Maunganui Baptist Church on January 4-6. “Over three days people will experience authentic Register online at: mtbaptist@mtb.kiwi or Kiwi Christianity and hear from some great speakers. phone: 07 575 6949. “They will also get to explore the depths of theology

Kapa haka and community performances light up city centre The city centre will be abuzz with kapa haka, belly dancing, choral singing, drumming and Santa this Saturday as part of the Trustpower Toi Tauranga live show performances in Red Square. Mainstreet Spokesperson Sally Cooke says it all starts at 10am tomorrow.

part in the Trustpower Christmas Parade, which was reformatted into the Trustpower Toi Tauranga Festival this year due to Covid-19. “Rather than take the risk of not being able to stage the parade due to possible changes in social distancing levels we created a six-week festival of events and attractions so the public have a host of reasons to come to the city centre.” Alongside the live shows in Red Square are the giant Birds of Lumos Kiwis. “During the day this Fuse Drummers. beautiful art installation looks amazing but at night it really comes to life with a dazzling light show. “It’s creating a nice buzz in the city centre. “We want lots of people to come into the CBD, enjoy the festival and, while they are here, support our hard-working city centre businesses. “Our shops, cafes, bars and restaurants need support in the busy lead up to Christmas.” For the full festival programme, go to: www.downtowntauranga.co.nz

“We’re celebrating and showcasing our creative sector and community groups with live shows in Red Square and tomorrow there’s an amazing line-up for the public to enjoy.” Tomorrow’s live shows feature Fuse Drumming, Tauranga Intermediate kapa haka, the Vocal Chords Choir and Arabian Spice Belly Dancing. “The kids can also come and get photos with Santa, plus there’s a chance to win tickets to the Black Caps test matches over summer, thanks to Spark Sport too,” says Sally. Many of the performers in the live shows usually take

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Enjoying Christmas carols by the water Carols on the Waterfront is a Christmas tradition for many Tauranga families; gathering around the waterfront, singing carols with your community really helps lift a festive spirit.

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Rev Simon McLeay from St Peters Church says they will be telling the original Christian story of Christmas in a simple and interactive way. “It’s just great for the churches to come together, alongside people of no religion, as we retell the birth story of one of the world’s great faiths,” says Simon. “I love Christmas time, the carols and the special foods, the presents and the gatherings. “I have been reflecting recently about how all our little traditions form a sensory map that leads us home. By a sensory map, I mean smells and tastes and songs that trigger something in our subconscious and bring back memories and bring you home,” says Simon. “For me the manger in Bethlehem is the ultimate home, because when God came to us as a little baby, he made his home with us and he showed he has room in his heart for every one of us. “You can be at home with God, while the carol says: ‘let every heart prepare him room’ it is actually God who has made room in his

heart for you at Christmas.” Carols on the Waterfront will be hosted on Sunday, December 20 from 5.30pm at the Edgewater fan.

People are advised to come early and bring a picnic. They can bring their own chairs or just find a spot on the grass to relax, listen and sing along.

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Leaving a lasting impact Diagnosed with a mental illness halfway through his senior year of high school, a witty, introspective teen struggles to keep it a secret while falling in love with a brilliant classmate who inspires him to not be defined by his condition What viewers have said: “Sensitive, well-acted, and solidly directed, Words on Bathroom Walls is an admirable addition to a genre that too rarely does justice to its worthy themes.” “I was really impressed by its ability to approach the subject of mental illness in a way that is sensitive, insightful, and thoughtful without ever being mawkish.” “This movie really captures mental illness in a light I've never seen before and in an educational manner. “I would watch this movie again and again, it crushed my heart but yet made my heart feel so full. I was rooting for all of the characters in this film. So beautifully portrayed, there's not enough good words to say about the film. It'll leave an impact on you. Go watch it!!” Words on Bathroom Walls is screening at Tivoli Cinema Papamoa now. For more information, visit: www.tivolicinema.co.nz/papamoa

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Saturday 12 December

Bethlehem Hall Christmas Market

New players & visitors welcome. Ph Victor 027 577 1818 a/hrs

Indoors. Usually includes; quality affordable giftware, food, coffee, art, crafts, kids gear, man cave supplies, fresh produce, clothing. Enquiries; FB, Text 027 334 8301, tracey.king. BOP@gmail.com

Archery At Graham Park

All ages & experience levels welcome. Book an introductory class at www. taurangaarchers.com

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 Singles Social Club

Join a bunch of over 50 years young singles. Weekend dinners, pot-lucks, occasional outings. Have a go! Ph Delia 027 284 8762 Andrea 021 133 03131

Beth-El Messianic Family

Celebrate Shabbat the Sabbath (Sat) as Messiah Yeshua (Jesus) & all early believers did. All Welcome 10am Otumoetai Primary Hall. Joel van Ameringen 021 768 043 www.BethEl.org.nz

Petanque

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

Tauranga Farmers Market

BOP Tall people Club

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

People taller than 180 cm are invited to join social club and Facebook group. Ph: 021 022 62619

Tauranga Social Dance Club

Classic Motorcycle Coffee Meet

Special Christmas Dance thanking our supporters. 7-10pm, $7, supper & raffles. Baptist Hall, 640 Cameron Rd. P Jan 576 3455

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

Te Puke Scottish Society

Cold Wax Workshops

Christmas Dance, Saturday, 19th December, 7.00-10.30pm, Memorial Hall, Jellicoe Street, Te Puke. Live music, air conditioning, Christmas supper, great company. $7 entry. Contact Valerie 573 7093

Used in the late 1500’s by Titan plus the Renaissance period. Last workshop 12th Dec. then more in 2021 Sue Mac Dougall kiwisuemac@gmail.com Ph 021 0239 4549

Gate Pa Junior Tennis

Te Puke Yoga

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

Saturday morning yoga class. Focusing on alignment with the aid of bolsters, straps & blocks. Some experience required. Tepukeyoga@gmail.com

The ‘B’ Bomb Concert

Katikati Bowling Club

High energy, exciting dance show featuring themes starting with ‘B’. And the Bomb! Baycourt 1pm & 7pm. Go to www.baycourt.co.nz for tickets & info.

8 Park Rd 12:453pm

Village Radio Museum

LOL Laughter Wellness

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

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

Sunday 13 December A Course In Miracles

A powerful transformational interfaith teaching to find inner peace. Stuc in past grievances and resentments? Get over it! Free Internet forgiveness workshop. https://jenniferhadley.com/ how-get-over-it. Text 021 0274 2502

Meditation On The Beach

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Carols On The Waterfront

Meditate for peace. Follow your own meditation practise surrounded by the tranquil sounds of nature & group energy. 8-9am. Text 0210 274 2502 to confirm & for venu

Christmas Carols on the Waterfront will be held this year on Sunday 20th December at Edgewater Fan, Tauranga Waterfront. Come along from 5:30pm. Free entry

Croquet

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

Miles Calder Band

19th Dec 7pm, Jam Factory, Historic Village, 17th Ave. Book@ www. theincubator.co.nz. Ph 07 571 3232. Understated folkrock, psychedelia, evoking Lennon, Kevin Morby & Father John Misty

Dickens’ “A Christmas Carol”

Family favourite! “A Christmas Carol” dramatic reading plus carol singing with Scholars Baroque Aotearoa Chamber Choir. Free/koha. St Peter’s Church, Victoria Rd, Mt Maunganui, 4pm

Enjoy Travel

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

Otumoetai Tennis Club

Farmers Market - Mount Mainstreet

Adult tennis. 1.30pm, Bellevue Park, Windsor Rd (adjacent to swimming pool).

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

In The Shallows Concert

20th Dec 7.00pm, Jam Factory, Historic Village, 17th Ave. Book@ www.theincubator. co.nz. Ph075713232. Ethereal guitar moods, sweet harmonies and relatable lyrics, inspiring reflection; uplifting an empowering

Invitation To Meditate

Follow your own meditation practice with Quaker Friends during an hour of silence. 10am-12 in hall behind Brain Watkins House, cnr Cameron/Elizabeth Rds. Refreshments. Text 021 0274 2502

Kaimai Canoe Club

Meet other white water kayakers, practise skills at Baywave, kayak the Wairoa release. Ph Joe 021 156 3472

Mah Jong

12:45-4pm Lyceum clubrooms, 8 Palmer Pl Te Puke. All welcome. Learners on Thursday. Gig Green 0274 306 383

Ninja Knits Knitting Group

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

Papamoa Tennis Club

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

Quakers

Invite you to explore your spiritual journey. Silent worship, refreshments, conversation. 10am N W cnr Cameron Road Elizabeth Street. All welcome. Ph 543 3101 www.quakers.nz

Radio Controlled Model Yachts

Sun & Thurs 1:30-4pm. Pond behind 22 Montego Dr, Papamoa, sailing Electron radio controlled yachts for fun. Adult beginners welcome. Graham 572 5419

Reid & Ruins

Nadia Reid & Holli Fullbrook (from Tiny Ruins band), play songs from their respective albums, solo & together. 7:30pm Baycourt. Tickets from www.baycourt.co.nz

Tauranga Country Music Club

Christmas Club Day, 1pm Senior Citizens Hall, Norris St (behind Pak ‘n Save). Members a plate please. Everyone welcome. Ph Merv 571 6716

Monday 14 December Argentine Tango

Dance to reconnect. Learn authentic Argentine Tango with traditional music

at Tauranga Citizens Club. Ph 0204 006 1340 or Facebook ‘Tango In Tauranga’

Chess

1:15pm Hillier Ctr, 31 Gloucester Rd. Keep your brain active with this fascinating game. $4 including refreshments. Ph Bob 027 478 6282

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

Greerton Garden Club

Christmas meeting to be held in St James church hall, Greerton, 12noon. Members bring a plate. Flowers to be in by 11:30am

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

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 Creative Fibre

9:30am & 2nd/4th Thursday 7pm. Join us learning new skills, knitting, crochet, spinning, weaving & felting. 177 Elizabeth St. Ph Cathy 07 570 2191

Tuesday 15 December Afternoon Cards 500

Mt Seniors Hall, 345 Maunganui Rd 12:30pm, Tues & Thurs. New members & beginners wanted. All welcome. Afternoon tea. Ph Jill 020 4064 8146

Badminton Tauranga Morning Club

Keep fit the fun way. Join u 9am-11:30am Tues & Thurs, QE2 Youth Ctr, 71 11th Ave Tauranga. Ph Bob 027 478 6282, Melissa 027 307 6800

Beginners Strength and Balance

9.30am Welcome Bay Community Church. 45 minute class suitable for seniors new to exercise or after illness/ injury. Strength and falls prevention focus. Phone Raewyn 027 607 7437

Fitness Fun & Coffee

9:30-10:30am, cardio, weights, floor work, pilate & dance. St Columba Church, 502 Otumoetai Rd, Cherrywood. Ph Gloria 021 139 2448

Fun Run & Walk

Ocean Running. 5k around Mauao base track. Enter at Mount Ocean Sports Club from 5:15pm. $6 entry, spot prizes. Ph Phil 021 383 354

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We had an evening trip to start the week, and had quite a good result ÿ shing around the Okaparus, mainly tarakihi with a couple of snapper. We did well on Friday around Motiti, with better results around 50m than the deeper water, Saturday was similar, good tarakihi, and some red snapper. Sunday we tried for 3 times in a row, however the current had picked up signiÿ cantly and the tarakihi weren’t as obliging as previously, but it mean we got more red snapper, Great conditions, so all in all an excellent week.

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Healing Rooms

We are on holiday until February. Have a great Christmas. www. healingrooms.co.nz 021 213 8875

Inachord Women Singers

If you like to sing & have fun, we do too. 7pm Bethlehem Community Church. 183 Moffatt Rd. Musical Director Andrew Braid. Ph Sabine 021 111 8659

Israeli Dancing

Beginners class at Gate Pa Primary School, Cameron Rd. 6:30-7:30pm. All ages welcome, no partners required. Ph Maria 544 1680/022 165 2114

Mount Morning Badminton

9:30-12 Mt Sports Centre, Blake Park. Social, all ages, racquets available, beginners welcome. $5 per day. Ph Margaret 575 9792

Otumoetai Tennis Club

Adult tennis. 9am Tues & Thurs. Bellevue Park, Windsor Rd (adjacent to swimming pool). New players & visitors welcome. Ph Pam 570 0302

Otumoetai Walking Group

Meet at 9am at Kulim Park. Ph Danny 576 6480

Overeaters Anonymous

Do you overeat, over-exercise, restrict or purge compulsively? OA may be able to help. OA meets Tuesday 7-8pm and Friday 1-2pm. Phone 022 048 8275 for information

Scrabble

Crazy about words? Meet Tauranga Citz Club, 170 13th Ave. 9:20am12:30. Ph Jo Ann 578 3606

Sequence Dancing

Tauranga Social & Leisure Club, St John Anglican Church Hall, 94 Bureta Rd, 7-9:30pm except 2nd Tues of month 3:30-6pm. Lesley 929 7295

Strength & Balance Class

Fun & energetic class to music for active retirees. Aimed at over 65s, falls prevention focus. 11am Welcome Bay Hall. Ph Raewyn 027 607 7437

Tauranga Acoustic Music Club

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

Tauranga Model Railway Club

Club meets Tuesday 9.30am & Thursday 7.30pm.On the corner of Mirrielees & Cross Roads, Sulphur Point. Ph Mike 021 939 233

Yoga For All

Welcome Bay Community Centre, 6:30-8pm. Traditional, relaxing Yoga class. Beginners welcome. $12 for one or $90 for nine classes. Bring a mat. Info: Bhajan 07 929 7484

of Yoga, 3 Newton St. Everybody welcome, no auditions. First time free. Ph Emily 027 571 9333

Social Beginner Dance Class

6 Week Adult Ballroom, Rock & Roll & Latin Course, Wednesday, 7pm, Welcome Bay School Hall, 309 Welcome Bay Rd. Ph 544 2337 or 027 322 1786

Steady As You Go

Exercises St Johns Church Hall Bureta 2-3pm. Improve balance, overall wellbeing. Ph Betty 07 570 3215

Tennis For Ladies

Tauranga Lawn Tennis Club, opp Law Courts. 9-11am, games & morning tea provided. Make new friends! Ph Sandy 0210 838 5385

Bay Fair Craft Group

Diverse craft group, sewing, knitting, crochet, card making, scrapbooking etc. 9am-2pm, $6/session, Arataki Community Centre. Morning tea provided. BYO Lunch. New members welcome

Diabetes NZ Tauranga

Drop-In 10am-12 (no appointment needed) for info, education & support for anyone living with diabetes & their families. Age Concern Building, 177a Fraser St, Tauranga. 571 3422

Flexercise with Fitness League

Exercise, movement, dance focusing on posture, stretching, strengthening & flexibility. For all ages & abilities Baptist Church hall, 13th Ave. Pam 021 117 7170

Kickstart Toastmasters

Boost your speaking skills and confidence by joining the fun at ou friendly early morning club. Guests welcome. 7am Thursdays. Alimento Cafe, 1st Avenue.

Let’s Play Petanque

Mt Maunganui Underwater Club

Porcelain & China Painting

Check out this enjoyable & easily learnt Art Form. Materials required are available to get you started. Ph Jan 021 663 565

Serenata Singers

Cards

Enjoy dancing with a friendly group. Baptist Church Hall, 13th Ave. Tuition/revision 7pm, then all dancers to 9:30pm. $3 incl supper. Ph Dawn 579 3040

Come, experience God’s healing touch, whether physical, emotional, spiritual. Graced Oppshop 11th Ave & Christopher St, upstairs 1-3pm. All welcome. www.healingrooms.co.nz 021 213 8875

Katikati Bowling Club

8 Park Road. Mixed Roll-ups 12:453pm

Mauao Crazy Choir

Sing with us! 6:30-8:30pm at House

Sunshine Sequence Dance Group

THE CO N C E R T

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4-6pm, Tauranga RSA, Greerton. Casual chess included. Ph Werner 548 1111. Search Western BOP Chess or http:/www.westernbopchess.weebly. com/

Eft Optimal Healing

Learn how to heal your mind and body using the Unseen Therapist within you. Free e -booklet teaches this miraculous proven process. https://www.emofree. com/unseen-therapist. Text 021 0274 2502

Greerton Indoor Bowling Club

Greerton Senior Citizens Hall, Maitland St. Names in by 7:15pm.

Overeaters Anonymous

Casual printers meeting to use the press, share ideas, techniques & suppliers. 1st Friday of month, 1-3pm. $5 The Artery, Historic Village. info@ www.theincubator.co.nz. Ph 07 571 3232

Squadball

New, mixed-gender, fast-paced, limited contact sport focused on handpassing, kicking, aerial catching skills & field strategy. New players welcome Waipuna Park, 6-8pm Ages 15+ www. squadball.com, admin@squadball.com

Horoscopes ARIES: This is the week to join a club or an organization. Your prestige receives a boost by the end of the week. Family members could do well in sports and other competitions.

LIBRA: For health’s sake, make balance the present keyword. Balance work with recreations and keep your diet balanced. Unexpected cash may arrive after an expensive weekend.

TAURUS: This week includes a little bit of luck, perhaps a bonus or a promotion. If you have been on your own for quite a while, the situation may reverse dramatically from the weekend on.

SCORPIO: This week offers such a hectic schedule that you treasure any moments of solitude. Friendships are your number one concern. The key is to take a more casual approach to relationships.

GEMINI: Building, decorating, designing and restoring are accented for fun and/or proﬁt. Your sense of style is on target. Family related expenses get under control by the end of the week.

SAGITTARIUS: When your romantic partner becomes involved in work, you may ﬁnd yourself with time to spare. Upgrading your skills may be the wisest move right now.

CANCER: Romance should be on the upswing, provided you are willing to let your partner indulge you. Projects you take on now could be unexpectedly successful. The weekend accents athletic events.

CAPRICORN: You are in an unusually formal and conservative frame of mind. An interesting ﬁnancial opportunity could evolve and a conservative approach is a deﬁnite must.

LEO: The accent is on the review of romantic and health situations. Messages you pass along may be misinterpreted along the route. You may ﬁnd yourself trying to set the record straight.

AQUARIUS: A meeting of the minds may take place on the weekend. Keep your tempers in check and both parties can come out winners. Money matters could become very time consuming.

VIRGO: Emotional strains ease during this unexpectedly social week. Solutions to a domestic problem are surprisingly simple. A friend becomes more understanding and less demanding.

PISCES: This a great week for expanding your circle of friends and for joining new organizations. Your independent streak should be checked,with the accent on compromise.

Tauranga Model Railway Club

Club meets Tuesday 9.30am & Thursday 7.30pm.On the corner of Mirrielees & Cross Roads, Sulphur Point. Ph Mike 021 939 233

Tauranga Te Papa Probus

Meets first Thursday 9:30am at Daniels in the Park, Elevth Ave (except in January) Ph Secretary Robbie 578 1051

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Print Club

7-9pm, Katikati Bowling Club, 8 Park Rd. All brass, wind & percussion players welcome. Ph Mick 021 217 1780

P R E S E N TS. . .

Club days Fri & Wed afternoon at Tutchen St. Beginners & visitors welcome. Free coaching, loan bowls. Flat shoes only. Ph 578 6213

Katikati Concert Band

8 Park Rd Rummikub 1-4pm, $3 entry.

Love singing? Join our friendly welcoming group 10-11:30am Methodist Church Hall 2 Oroua St, Te Puke. Ph Anne 572 3130

Healing Rooms

Artist Feedback Sessions

Katikati Bowling Club

1pm St Thomas More Church. 17 Gloucester Rd. Friendly club. $3 includes refreshments, prizes, aggregate. Ph Bob 027 478 6282 Cribbage 12.45 at RSA Greerton. Friendly club. New members very welcome. Ph Jill 021 160 6143

Interested in painting? Come & join our friendly painting group at Arataki Community Centre (behind Baywave), 9:15-11:45. All levels welcome. Ph Fran 021 136 8173

Do you overeat, over-exercise, restrict or purge compulsively? OA may be able to help. OA meets Tuesday 7-8pm and Friday 1-2pm. Phone 022 048 8275 for information

Club meeting upstairs at Mt Ocean Sports Club, 7:30 first Thursday o month. Visitors welcome.

Cards 500

Arataki Art Group

Bowls Tauranga South

Social Rock’nRoll dancing, free lessons, plus other popular dances. Senior Citizens Hall, Norris St. 7-9:30pm. $3 entry incls supper. Ph Gavin 027 643 6222

Mt Seniors Hall, 345 Maunganui Rd 12:45pm Wed & Fri. Members wanted, beginners welcome, afternoon tea, entry $3. All welcome. Ph Nancy 575 4650 Meet at Walk & Christmas Dinner at MOSC

Friday 18 December

Bay City Rockers

1pm Papamoa Sports & Recreation Ctr, 120 Parton Rd. $4 includes refreshments. Ph Bob 027 478 6282

Wednesday 16 December

Age Concern Walking Group

At Club Mount Maunganui. Every Tuesday. Come along after work, new players and visitors welcome. Boules available Txt 022 309 9143

500 Cards Club Papamoa

Thursday 17 December

T H E DA N C E E D U CAT I O N C E N T R E

Twilight Petanque

Casual group discussing pricing, exhibiting, materials, selling, critiques of artwork. 2nd Friday of every month, 10am-12pm $5 The Jam Factory, Historic Village. info@www. theincubator.co.nz Ph 571 3232

11am, Club Mt Maunganui. Boules & tuition available. Text 022 309 9143

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ROOF REPAIRS Free quotes for all maintenance of leaking roofs, gutter cleaning & repairs. Chimney maintenance & repairs. Registered roofer, 30yrs exp. Ph Peter 542 4291 or 027 436 7740

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bible digest

THEREFORE, with minds that are alert and fully sober, set your hope on the grace to be brought to you when Jesus Christ is revealed at his coming. 1 Peter 1:13

computers

COMPUTER PROBLEMS? Remote access/repairs, viruses, upgrades, hardware, tuition, advice. For a no obligation chat or quote call Anthony or Bruce on 07 576 7940

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CVs THAT STAND OUT. A C.V. For You can help you look great on paper. Targeted or generic cover letters also available. Samples to view on facebook https://www. facebook.com/acvforyou or Ph/text 021 27 27 912

gardening

ABLE GARDENER, experienced, efficient, knowledgeable, highly qualified. Maintenance, pruning, hedges, shrubs, roses; disease/ pest control, lifestyle blocks, garden renovations; design & plant. Ph Tita 027 654 8781 or a/h 542 0120

health & beauty

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livestock

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

lost & found

FOUND KITTENS, VARIOUS places, various colours. Ph SPCA 07 578 0245

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BRYCE DECORATING, interior & exterior painting, wallpapering. Have your powdercoated windows faded? Can be cleaned & colour restored like new! Plastic car bumpers faded? Can be restored too! Quality work. Showroom finish. Ph Wayne 021 162 7052

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OPERATIVE TAURANGA CITY PLAN – PLAN CHANGES 26, 27 AND 30

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WEDDINGS, PARTIES, MEETINGS etc - The perfect venue. With stunning Harbour views, fully licensed bar & kitchen onsite. Restaurant open every Friday from 5pm & Sunday from 4.30pm, kids under 12 years dine free with every paying adult. Tauranga Fish & Dive Club, 60 Cross Rd, Sulphur Point. Ph 571 8450

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BUILDER AVAILABLE for all housing work. From repairs and maintenance, to renovations and more. Can even organise electrical and plumbing work. Ph Roger 022 121 3356

Tauranga City Council is extending the time for submissions for the proposed plan changes to the Operative Tauranga City Plan under the Resource Management Act 1991. The proposed plan changes cover the following: Plan Change 26 – Housing Choice (a) Amend and introduce definitions in Chapter 3; (b) Amend and introduce objectives, policies and rules in Chapter 14B (Suburban Residential Zone) to enable duplexes and comprehensively designed development; (c) Amend objectives, policies and rules in Chapter 14D (City Living Zone) relating to comprehensively designed development; (d) Introduce a new appendix in Chapter 14 Te Papa Housing Overlay Maximum Heights that enables greater heights in the Suburban Residential, City Living and Commercial zones in identified locations in the Te Papa Peninsula; (e) Amend objectives, policies, rules and assessment criteria for residential activities in in Chapter 17 (Commercial Zone); (f) Introduce and amend policies and rules in Chapter 4B (Transportation) requiring minimum bicycle parking for multi-unit residential developments; (g) Introduce and amend objectives, policies and rules in Chapter 12 relating to subdivision of comprehensively designed development. Plan Change 27 – Flooding from intense rainfall (a) Amend and introduce definitions in Chapter 3; (b) Introduce rules in Chapter 4C to manage earthworks in floodplains, major overland flowpaths and flood prone areas; (c) Introduce objective, policies and rules in Chapter 8 to reduce the risk of flooding from intense rainfall to life, property and infrastructure; (d) Introduce rules in Chapter 12 to manage subdivision in floodplains, overland flowpaths and flood prone areas; (e) Amend existing site coverage rules in Chapter 14B (Suburban Residential Zone and Large Lot Residential Zone) and Chapter 14D (City Living Zone) to manage impervious surfaces on site. Please note that Plan Change 27 – Flooding from intense rainfall has legal effect from the date of notification (16 November 2020). Plan Change 30 – Earthworks (a) Delete a definition in Chapter 3; (b) Amend rules in Chapter 4 Earthworks and Chapter 12 Subdivision to manage earthworks at all stages of development, particularly at the time of subdivision and post-subdivision; (c) Clarify how earthworks are undertaken in conjunction with other activities; (d) Delete Appendix 4N Erosion and Sediment Control Measures and introduce rules to manage earthworks to keep sediment onsite. Further Information

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Proposed plan changes to the Tauranga City Plan may be inspected or obtained during office hours at the following locations: • Customer Service Centre, 91 Willow Street, Tauranga • Tauranga City Council website: www.tauranga.govt.nz/planchanges • Tauranga libraries (Central, Greerton, Papamoa and Mount Maunganui)

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An extension of time for submissions has been provided. Anyone, or their organisation may make a submission on the proposed plan changes by sending a written submission no later than 5.00pm on 1 February 2021 either via the online submission form on Council’s website, via email to city.plan@tauranga.govt.nz or via post addressed to:

HANDYMAN, section maintenance, lawns, decks, fencing, pergolas, painting, water blasting, odd jobs. Free quotes. Ph Rossco 027 270 3313 or 544 5911

Submissions should be in the format of Form 5 of the Resource Management (Forms, Fees and Procedure) Regulations 2003. Submission forms are available from Customer Service Centre, libraries and the Council website.

PAINTER/DECORATOR Interior & exterior. Quality workmanship, friendly service. Over 25 years specialising in residential and more. Quality paint at trade prices. For your best advice in all areas. Ph Shane Mount/Tauranga Decorators 07 544 6495 or 021 575 307

The Council will then arrange the hearing of all submissions received and will publicly notify the dates, times and places of the hearing.

Manager: City and Infrastructure Planning, Tauranga City Council Freepost Authority Number 370, Private Bag 12022, Tauranga 3143

Following the closing date for submissions, public notification will be given of the availability to view a summary of all submissions and where both the summary and full submissions can be inspected. Further submissions in support of, or in opposition to any submission received will then be able to be made.

Tauranga City Council, 91 Willow Street Private Bag 12022, Tauranga, Telephone 07 577 7000

www.tauranga.govt.nz

Friday 11 December 2020

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50+ & MATURE TRAVELLERS - NO HIDDEN COSTS! FREE HOME PICKUP - ALL DINNERS & COOKED BREAKFASTS

SOUTH ISLAND GRAND TOUR

14 DAYS - $4999

14 Days EX: Auckland, Hamilton, Tauranga, Rotorua, New Plymouth, Palmerston North, Napier, Whanganui + MORE (enquire if your area is not listed) 12 Days - $4599 EX: Wellington, Kapiti, Nelson, Blenheim + MORE (Start Day 3, includes return home to departure location) 10 Days - $3999 EX: Christchurch (Start Day 5, home return Christchurch) COMPARE US WITH OTHER TOUR COMPANIES! UPGRADED HOTELS FROM PREVIOUS SEASONS: 3 & 4 Star Hotels (85% of tour nights 4 star or higher!)

SPECIAL DINNERS: TSS Earnslaw Cruise & Walter Peak Dinner + Larnach Castle Dinner* * Exclusive to Gold Club Tours only LUXURY TOURING COACH: Air Conditioning, WiFi , Toilet, Coaches Never Full (49 seater coach - max 42 guests - at least 15% empty seats)

HIGHLIGHTS: TE PAPA + GALLIPOLI, CHRISTCHURCH, ARTHURS PASS, SHANTYTOWN, FOX GLACIER, QUEENSTOWN, TSS EARNSLAW CRUISE & WALTER PEAK DINNER, MILFORD SOUND, BLUFF, CATLINS, OLVESTON HOUSE, LARNACH CASTLE DINNER, MT COOK

Dates: 9 Oct 2020 SORRY FULL! 26 Oct 2020 SORRY FULL! 23 Nov 2020 SORRY FULL! HURRY!! FEB & MAR FILLING FAST!! 15 Feb 2021 LAST 8 SEATS! 22 Feb 2021 LAST 3 SEATS! 1 Mar 2021, 6 Mar 2021, 8 Mar 2021, 13 Mar 2021, 15 Mar 2021 SORRY FULL! 20 Mar, 22 Mar 2021, 10 Apr 2021, 17 Apr 2021. Day 1: Home/Hotel pickup, join luxury touring coach for journey to Wellington via Taupo. (optional: Northern Explorer Train - $178 or Fly to Wellington - enq for price based on departure location), Wellington (2 nts Rydges Hotel). 2: Te Papa “Galipoli - The Scale of War” Exhibit. 3: Cruise Queen Charlotte Sounds to Picton, then continue along South Island’s east coast via Kaikoura to Christchurch (optional: Coastal Pacific Train - $138). (2 nts Pavilions Hotel). 4: CHC at Leisure. 5: Arthurs Pass, (optional: Tranz Alpine Train - $196), Greymouth, Shanty Town - pan for gold, ride Steam Train (1 nt Kingsgate Hotel). 6: Fox & Franz Josef Glacier (1 nt Bella Vista Fox Glacier). 7: via Haast Pass, Wanaka to Queenstown (2 nts Heritage Hotel). 8: Tour Arrowtown. Evening cruise Lake Wakatipu on TSS Earnslaw, Dinner & Show Walter Peak. 9: Scenic Cruise Milford Sound, Te Anau. (1 nt Distinction Luxmore). 10: Invercargill, Bluff, Optional: Stewart Island. (1 nt Ascot Park Hotel) 11: The Catlins, Dunedin. (2 nts Distinction Hotel). 12: Olveston House, Larnach Castle & Dinner (Exclusive to Gold Club Tours only!) 13: Mt Cook, Lake Tekapo, Omarama (1 nt Heritage Gateway). 14: To Christchurch, join return flight (inc), met & returned home. * Please note, train operations not yet confirmed by operators on all dates.

NORTHLAND COASTS & CAPE 7 DAYS - $2499

3 & 4 Star Hotels, 2 Nt Opononi, 2 Nt Doubtless Bay, 2 Nt Bay of Islands - Stay in Russell at iconic DUKE

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HIGHLIGHTS: HOKIANGA, NINETY MILE BEACH, CAPE REINGA, KERIKERI, PAIHIA, RUSSELL, BAY OF ISLANDS DINNER CRUISE, KAWITI GLOW WORM CAVES EX: Auckland, Hamilton, Tauranga, Rotorua + more.

EX: Welington & Christchurch + MORE - add $199pp

Day 1: Home Pickup, Fly Auckland. Day 7: Fly home, dropoff. *see below conditions

Dates: 18 Oct 2020 SORRY FULL!! 21 Nov 2020 SORRY FULL! Christmas 24 Dec 2020 SORRY FULL! 05 Feb 2021 LAST 7 SEATS! 18 Feb 2021 SORRY FULL!! 20 Feb 2021 LAST 8 SEATS! 11 Mar 2021 SORRY FULL!! 25 Mar 2021 LAST 4 SEATS! 15 Apr 2021. Day 1: Home Pickup, Matakohe Kauri Museum, Lamb on Spit Dinner (+ non-lamb / vege options), Opononi (2 nt Opononi Hotel). 2: Tane Mahuta Giant Kauri & Footprints Waipoua Experience. 3: Rawene, Clendon House & Old Jail, Taipa (2 nt Ramada Taipa). 4: Tour Ninety Mile Beach on the beach inc Te Paki Stream & Giant Sand Dunes, Cape Reigna. 5: Kerikeri, Stone Store & Kemp House, Makana Chocolates, Te Waimate Mission House, Haruru Falls, Paihia (2 nt Duke of Marlborogh Hotel) 6: Russell Visit, Evening Dinner Cruise. 7: Kawakawa, Hundertwasser Toilets, Kawiti Glow Worm Caves, Returned Home from Auckland. *Christmas Dinner served Midday - Lamb on a Spit.

EAST CAPE & ART DECO NAPIER 7 DAYS - $2499

3 & 4 Star Hotels, Rotorua, 2 Nt Napier, Gisborne, East Cape, Te Kaha, Tauranga.

HIGHLIGHTS: TE PUIA GEOTHERMAL PARK, ROTORUA GONDOLA DINNER, NAPIER ART DECO TOUR BY CLASSIC CAR! CAPE KIDNAPPERS GANNET SAFARI, LAKE WAIKAREMOANA, EAST CAPE, GOLDFIELDS RAILWAY, WAIHI GOLDMINE TOUR

EX: Auckland + MORE. (6 Day Tour Options for Guests from Rotorua, Tauranga + MORE).

EX: Wellington, Christchurch + MORE : add $199pp Day 1 Home Pickup, Fly to Rotorua. Day 7 Fly Home

Departs: 22 Nov 2020 Christmas 24 Dec 2020 SORRY FULL! 14 Feb 2021, 14 Mar 2021, 11 Apr 2021. Day 1: Home pickup, Hamilton Gardens, Te Puia (geysers & mud pools), Special Dinner at Gondola, Rotorua (1 nt) Day 2: Taupo, Huka Falls, Cape Kidnappers & Gannet Colony Tour, Napier (2 nt). Day 3: Art Deco City Tour by Classic Car, Winery visit & tasting. Day 4: Lake Waikaremoana, Gisborne (1 nt). Day 5: Tolaga Bay, East Cape, Te Kaha (1 nt). Day 6: View White Island (weather permitting), Whakatane, Elms Mission House, Tauranga (1 nt). Day 7: Waihi Goldmine Tour, Goldfields Railway, home return. *Christmas Tour itinerary reversed

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Prices per person sharetwin. Optional tours at additional cost. Airfare & Hotel addons/extensions subject to availability of seats/rooms & fares. Solo Traveller? Guaranteed Matched Twin - No Extra Cost. Home pickup area not listed? Please enquire - wherever possible we offer free.