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16 July 2021, Issue 1068

The tastiest toastie?

A Kiwi staple, the toasted sandwich, is under the spotlight with the nation on a quest to find the very best.

Will Mount Maunganui chef Shane Kearns’ White as Snow sandwich, featuring korma spiced lamb, pickles and buffalo cheese, be named the nation’s top toastie?

Shane, pictured, is one of 12 finalists out of 120 entries in this year’s Great New Zealand Toastie Takeover.

The head chef of Fire and No. 8 restaurants sees the irony of winning praise for such a simple but well-loved snack.

“It’s funny to me that I’ve entered a toastie

competition,” he says, “considering the quality of food that I’ve been associated with and what we do.

“That’s what’s good about this competition – it is getting people to think outside the box. A toastie doesn’t just need to be ham and cheese.”

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We’re all Kiwis cobber A strange thing happened to me while I was toasting my toes in front of a log burner on a frosty Wednesday morning this week.

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Our economies and cultures are tightly linked, although Tuesday night footy is clearly a point of difference.

An example of just how close we are The Weekend Sun Combined Circulation BOP Timescame courtesy of another rugby-themed 69,062 circulation of NZME the Wallabies 10,162 circulation I found myself supporting event this week, when superstar rugby team and, even more bizarrely, Wallabies playmaker Quade Cooper commiserating when they narrowly lost had his application for Australian Times, the Katikati Advertiser to the French, Combined in a gameBOP recorded citizenship rejected. night before. and Te Puke Times circulation is Quade, 33, played 70 test matches for p: 07 578 0030 The odd timing anHALF international the Wallabies from 2008-2017 but he was lessfor than with only 32,138 in total. e: ads@thesun.co.nz rugby match was disturbing enough, born in New Zealand and didn’t move to let alone having feelings like these Australia until he was 13. Basically he is about Australians. still a Kiwi in the eyes of the Australian So I sought to analyse where these rogue government. Given that he knocked out emotions might have come from.

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The other thing us Trans-Tasman brothers share is our love for burning coal.

I just about snorted black dust out of my nose when I discovered how much coal us Kiwis are going through.

Radio New Zealand reported this week that last year, 235 kilograms of overseas coal was imported for every New Zealander in order to power homes and businesses.

The reason is that while New Zealand is striving for 100 per cent renewable energy, it is still not there yet.

A large amount of our renewable energy comes from hydro-generation so, when the lakes are low like they have been over the past two years, the big coalfired turbines at Huntly fire up to pick up the shortfall.

New Zealand has plenty of high-grade coal and gas of its own but, for various reasons, we imported one million tonnes of low grade, high emission coal from Indonesia to keep ourselves warm.

Before getting too upset about that, it’s worth looking over the ditch where the Aussie consume 100 million tonnes annually for power generation.

Given the similarity of our two flags, could I suggest a combined one – a black background with a kiwi and a wallaby cooking a possum over a fire.

Anyway, I’ve got to go and put another log on the fire. It turns out wood fires are carbon neutral – I still haven’t figured that one out. daniel@thesun.co.nz

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The power lines which pass over the Marae in Maungatapu.

Photo: Bay Waka.

Appeal sought in Marae powerline battle Transpower have applied for leave to appeal a High Court decision regarding power lines which traverse over the Maungatapu Marae.

In May, the High Court overruled a previous Environment Court decision to grant consents to Transpower to replace the 3.3km lines, with a power pole set to be placed next to the marae.

The powerlines, operated by Transpower, were installed by the Ministry of Works in the 1950s.

The lines, which stretch across Rangataua Bay between the marae and Matapihi, have long been a source of contention for the Ngāti Hē hapu and the community surrounding the Opopoti marae.

Transpower’s plans for replacing the lines did not align with members of that community but the Environment Court granted consents.

The High Court quashed that decision in late May, following an appeal by the Tauranga Environmental Society, with the backing of Ngāti Hē and marae trustees.

Justice Palmer’s ruling stated that Ngāti Hē are the experts of their own land, and if their collective “considered, consistent and genuine” view is that the proposal has a significantly adverse impact on an area with cultural significance to them, it is not the place of the Court to rule in opposition.

The High Court ruled that the solution to replacing the power lines is not in line with “Ngāti Hē’s rangatiratanga, guaranteed to them by article 2 of the Treaty of Waitangi.”

“It is quite a phenomenal case,” says Tauranga Environmental Protection Society secretary Antoon Moonen.

“This has made New Zealand case law, and right here in Maungatapu. But the fight is not over.”

It was a decision celebrated and discussed at a hui last month, but it now appears the battle, which has waged for more than 60 years, may continue.

“We appreciate the harbour, pā and marae are of cultural significance to manawhenua,” says a Transpower spokesperson.

“We are concerned that the High Court decision has not properly taken into account the significant positive benefits of the proposal, including maintaining security of supply to Mount Maunganui and for affected landowners.

“The decision has significant legal implications for Transpower and other infrastructure operators.”

The Tauranga Environmental Protection Society will be opposing the leave to appeal.

Bay of Plenty Regional Council confirm they will consent to Transpower’s application for leave to Mathew Nash appeal the High Court decision.

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A jury in Tauranga has found Harry Matchitt not guilty of murdering 77-year-old Brian Hilton, but guilty of manslaughter.

Hilton was found lying on the floor of his Ōpōtiki home on the morning of July 8, 2016, with facial injuries. He was taken to Tauranga Hospital, where he later died on July 13.

Police originally thought Hilton died after a fall at home, but later received new information and reopened the investigation into his death.

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Matchitt will be sentenced on September 17.

Kerbside coach

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This week, residents will begin to see the kerbside coach, or recycling inspector, hitting the streets in an effort to ensure efficient recycling and reduction of unnecessary landfill waste.

The role forms part of Western Bay of Plenty District Council’s kerbside rubbish and recycling collection service, which started earlier this month on July 1, servicing nearly 17,500 eligible households.

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Perseverance has paid off for Tauranga’s Luke Oxford, who is fulfilling a lifelong dream to fly in the Royal New Zealand Air Force.

He has just graduated the 17-week RNZAF Officer Commissioning Course at Base Woodbourne, where he was awarded the RNZAF Officer Commissioning Course Trophy for demonstrating the application, determination, commitment and resilience to succeed.

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Chef ’s sandwich success Mount chef Shane Kearns shows off his show stopping sandwich. Photo: John Borren.

The humble Kiwi toastie has had a makeover.

Instead of your typical ham and cheese, which is delicious in its own right, it is now sporting gourmet ingredients.

The change up is in the name of finding New Zealand’s top toastie, with cafes and restaurants around the country vying for the top spot.

Mount Maunganui chef Shane Kearns is one of 12 finalists in the Great New Zealand Toastie Takeover, with his entry White as Snow.

The sumptuous sandwich features korma spiced lamb shoulder, McClure’s spicy pickle spears, American cheese, curry leaf, kasoori, and spiced buffalo curd between sourdough bread.

The head chef at Fire and No.8

restaurants has entered three times and is stoked to be a finalist this year.

“It’s fun to do and there’s something institutional about Kiwis and a toastie,” says Shane.

When choosing what to make he took inspiration from his Asian kitchen at No. 8, but is fairly relaxed about the makings of a great toastie.

“You want a nice crisp bread and the right amount of cheese,” he says. “That’s it. You can pretty much slap anything else in there.”

When it comes to bread, however, he is more particular, choosing loaves from local bakers Mount Sourdough Co. “You want something that’s going to toast nicely,” he adds. “I let it dry for a couple of days in the fridge and then that

allows it to toast a lot more.”

The correct thickness of bread is also key - too thin and it’ll be too crispy, and it needs to be thick enough to remain soft in the middle, says Shane.

You also need to be able to eat it easily with your hands, which is one of the requirements of the competition.

The others are that the sarnie contains cheese, McClure’s pickles and is toasted between two slices of bread.

At home Shane keeps things simple, serving traditional sweet corn, onion and cheese or cheese and Marmite toasted sammies to his two-and-a-half year old.

Blind tasting of the toasties at the restaurants by a judging panel will decide the winner, which will be announced on July 30.

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Swamp perfection Jeff Nilson and his snare drum made from 20,000-year-old swamp kauri. Photo: John Borren.

Man caves have multiple purposes.

A place to be alone, to hide out or hang out with friends while debating politics over a beer, and a place to indulge in hobbies like playing drums.

During the Covid lockdown, Jeff Nilson’s man cave became the birthplace of a snare drum made from 20,000-year-old pieces of swamp kauri.

“There was a pile of timber around and I thought ‘I’m going to make a snare drum’, but I never actually did it until after lockdown,” says Jeff.

“I did start on it, but then thought ‘actually, you have all these other jobs to do, you better do them first before you start doing jobs like that’.”

Whilst waiting on necessary brass pieces to arrive from the United States, there was plenty of woodworking to do, especially the making of two rims. Time wasn’t measured in hours.

“It took lots of beers and a few smokes,” he admits. “I dunno, if you want to put a figure on it I’d say 80 hours or something like that. But I’m a perfectionist.”

Each rim, made of four layers, has 60 pieces of kauri. Unlike a steam-bent drum made from one piece of wood, a stave snare drum uses triangular pieces joined in a circle which is rounded off.

“Four layers makes it stronger,” he says.

Jeff did woodwork at school but hadn’t pursued it. On returning from overseas in the 1990s, a friend asked him to help mill a rimu log.

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“He gave me a big slab of it.

“I made a big set of rimu drawers for the missus and then got passionate for making woodwork and just got into it.”

He built his house, using swamp kauri to make telephones and “all sorts”.

“The first thing I made was a swamp kauri toilet seat. It’s beautiful and custom made, but my three little boys would flick the seat up and it would drop down and smash. I fixed it and they did it again and it broke. I gave up. Now the kids are 18-to-20, so they won’t do that anymore.”

His friend with the rimu had also found kauri log stumps in a creek in Pyes Pā.

“He talked to the farmer about it and got in there with big timberjacks, raised the logs out of the creek, waterblasted them to get all the dirt off them, then chainsawed and milled them into slabs.

“Then we winched them out of the ravine.

“The wood’s been sitting around. I’ve got three more big slabs of it at home.”

The snare drum came from offcuts, and there’s enough wood to make a whole drumset.

“I really love kauri,” Jeff says. “One of my mates, Dean Gold, passed away recently and part of my grieving process was to retreat to my cave. I’m now building a full six-piece drum kit. The kit will be Rosalie Liddle Crawford called Goldie.”

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Bay to benefit from $160m water upgrade A $2.5 billion water reform package is expected to support local government and stimulate the local economy, with over $160 million allocated throughout the Bay of Plenty.

The government announced details of the package this week to support local government transition through reforms to New Zealand’s drinking water, wastewater and stormwater services.

Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern says the package will also stimulate local economies, while creating jobs and unlocking infrastructure for housing.

Tauranga will receive $48,405,014, while the Western Bay of Plenty will get $21,377,135.

Rotorua Lakes is being allocated $32,193,519, Whakatāne’s share is $22,657,555, while Ōpōtiki and Kawerau are to receive $18,715,493 and $17,270,505, respectively.

In total, the Bay of Plenty will benefit to the tune of $160,619,221.

“New Zealand’s water systems are facing a significant crisis and will continue to do so without major transformation,” says Ardern.

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When the Storytime Foundation programme launched, 10 per cent of families said they rarely, if ever, read to their toddler.

“This decreased to two per cent at follow-up,” says Storytime Foundation chief executive Tony Culliney, who insists the project has been incredibly important for the region.

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Colin Hewens and Des Gardiner have volunteered years of their lives to keep the Bay of Plenty bush safe. Photo: John Borren.

Colin Hewens and Des Gardiner have spent their fair share of years in the bush.

From building tramping huts during the Second World War, to trapping pests in their later years, the two Bay of Plenty locals have volunteered years of their lives to ensure New Zealand’s bush is safe and enjoyable for both wildlife and the wider community.

Every week, Colin and Des head down to a part of the Kaimai Mamaku State Forest Park to carry out volunteer work for the group Friends of the Blade.

Although the name sounds like the title of a fantasy fiction novel, the Friends of the Blade is a group that aims to protect the bush and birds in a part of the Kaimai Range by pest eradication.

It was established by Colin in 2016 whilst volunteering with Friends of Puketoki in Whakamārama. He started the group with eight trapping lines which were 75 meters apart, creating a grid of traps stretching over 80 hectares.

“Over the years we’ve expanded to 23 lines over 240 hectares,” says Colin. “As the trapping lines grew, so did our volunteers.”

Since May 2016, the group have noticed a steady increase in bird life around the area - proof that their hard work is paying off.

“We do bird monitoring every three months,” adds Colin. “We go to five different spots around the walkway and listen for five minutes at every spot. Our volunteers have noticed the birdsong has increased. The tutuwai (North Island robin) now follow you along the tracks. The birds eat off the ground, so when you walk your feet kick up the dirt for them.”

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“I have since been back for my honeymoon and my 90th birthday.

“It is still there almost 80 years later, and has now been donated to a collection of schools.”

Friends of the Blade has completely taken over the 92 year-old’s garage, which is something he doesn’t mind. Des’ garage is filled with traps that he builds himself for the group, and his freezer is filled with deer carcasses which are used for bait.

Colin, who spent his childhood in the UK, says he got out into the nearest thing he could find to the bush in urban London.

“When I came out to New Zealand in 1962, I loved the access to the forests,” he says.

He decided to become a teacher, and specialised in outdoor education. During his first position at Matua School, he took the kids on a bush camp.

“It was a fairly unusual thing to do in the 1970s,” says Colin.

Although both Colin and Des have a history with the bush, and enjoy their time with Friends of the Blade, they are now both looking to the future of the group.

“In the modern day, volunteering has reduced from what it used to be in the 70s and 80s where society was more inclined to volunteering,” adds Colin.

“I am so grateful towards our 40-odd volunteers because they always come back. Wet, cold, dry - they always turn up.”

However, Colin says the average age for volunteers with Friends of the Blade is 65-plus.

“We’re currently in the process of getting a new leader. We’re going to break up my commitment into manageable lumps for 15 or so other people.

“We are always looking for volunteers,” says Des. “With a pace maker and a bad hip, I can’t walk the steeper tracks like I used to.”

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Support key to cancer fight

Tauranga company fined $245k for broken leg A Tauranga-based biosecurity company has been fined $245,000 in what Maritime NZ says is a “significant prosecution” following an incident on a logging ship.

Tauranga District Court fined Genera Limited as a result of a Maritime NZ prosecution for injuries sustained by one of its employees working on an internationally-flagged ship outside New Zealand waters.

The incident happened on the Panamanian-flagged Bunun Justice, which was on its way to China.

While working on the morning of January 27, 2019, a New Zealand employed in-transit fumigation technician fell about 2m off a log stack and sustained significant injuries, including a severely broken leg.

It took nine hours for crew to notice the person was missing and locate him.

Frances Devon reflects on life since her breast cancer. Photo: John Borren.

When Frances Devon found a lump in her breast, it was the last thing she was expecting.

There is no history of breast cancer in her family.

“It was a hell of a shock,” she says.

Frances has had a single mastectomy but tries to “live life as normal as possible”. She says she didn’t fit the normal criteria for breast cancer and had three separate checks before being diagnosed with a stage three tumour. Her options were chemotherapy or a mastectomy.

Four years on, the Tauranga woman can talk about it openly, but it’s not something she has shared with many people.

“I don’t go around telling everybody because they look at me differently,” says Frances.

At first she was in disbelief, but eventually told her sister and word spread amongst her 12 siblings. Initially, they too found it hard to accept because she is the first one in five generations to get the disease. Her three children flew home from Australia when they could to help.

According to Breast Cancer Foundation NZ, only 5-10 per cent of all breast cancers are hereditary. Around eight out of 10 women who get breast cancer don’t have any family history.

The 61-year-old is sharing her story as a way of thanking everyone who helped her – from the doctor who gave her the results of her biopsy, to those that brought her meals at home while she was recovering.

“I had all the support in the world,” she says.

“Support is the number one thing that you

need.” Frances received help from both the Cancer Society and the Breast Cancer Support Service Tauranga Trust.

“I was supported all the way through. I can’t give enough thanks to them. I was never left alone and they walked me through everything.”

Her reluctance to remain in hospital after her procedure - because it is “gloomy place” - and complications from her diabetes mixed with doing a bit too much led to an infection.

It was then she listened to her doctors and stayed at home in bed while nurses and people from the Cancer Society came to help.

“Afterwards you start to reflect,” recalls Frances.

“I’ve got a part of me taken away and for my [Māori] culture we like our body whole. When you take something away, that’s sad in itself.

“Within our culture, we just don’t do those things. So the grieving is quite different.”

Frances is of Ngāiterangi and Te Arawa decent.

She wasn’t sleeping and anxious that the cancer might return. Although she was on radiation medication, she decided to go back to work.

“I never told anybody I had it. I tried to just go back to work and that got the better of me.”

Realising this was too much, Frances took a step back and volunteered at a Waipuna Hospice Charity Shop - her way of repaying the kindness.

“They were really good and I could come and go.

“Lying at home on the bed wasn’t healing me.

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She continues to try and repay the help she received. “One good deed a day, that’s what my mother would say.”

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The Harbour City Lions are on the hunt for books for their annual book fair, so clear out your cupboards, blow the cobwebs off your bookshelf and donate any books or puzzles that you no longer want to a good cause.

Organiser Christine Currie says: “We need good quality, clean, readable books. The sort of books you think other people might like to read, as well as jigsaws.”

The Tauranga club needs thousands of books to raise as much money as possible.

“It’s big projects that make a significant difference. We do smaller projects, but the money from this usually goes to something significant.”

In the past they have given a beach access mat to enable wheelchair users to get onto the sand, defibrillators to St John and donated funds to Riding for the Disabled.

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“We have some historical gems that come in as well,” explains Faye. “We’ve had some really interesting books.

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Groundswell NZ protestors Ray and Christina Humphreys, George Van Dyke, Ewen Luskie and Norm Mayo ahead of this weekend’s demonstration in Katikati. Photo: John Borren.

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Farmers, growers, tradies and their dogs are set to converge on Katikati this weekend as part of a national “howl of protest”.

Groups in more than 50 towns and cities across New Zealand, from Invercargill to Kaitaia, will take part in the planned demonstrations aimed at sending a message to the government.

Their grievances are clear, with a rural groundswell focused on standing up for farmers, food producers, contractors, tradies and councils against what they say are unworkable rules and unjustified costs being thrust on them.

The Katikati protest, organised by the KKCando Concerned Ratepayers in conjunction with Groundswell NZ, is also an opportunity to “remind people of Katikati’s road congestion issue and our need here for a bypass,” says local coordinator Christina Humphreys.

“This is a nationwide protest against Jacinda Ardern and the Labour government’s proposed tax on diesel utes, tractors, trucks, etcetera, all in a bid for New Zealand to have all electric vehicles, which is not possible or practical.”

As well as the local road issue, there are seven key points that Groundswell NZ want to make clear.

The group wants the national policy statements on indigenous biodiversity and freshwater scrapped along with regulations for significant natural areas and wetlands.

“Attaining fresh water guidelines should be the jurisdiction of catchment groups in association with regional councils,” says Groundswell NZ’s Bryce McKenzie.

“The government regulations are a land grab, and private property rights must be protected.

They also want the ‘ute tax’ to be withdrawn.

“There is no alternative electric vehicle,” adds Bryce, “and utes are essential to those economic heavy lifters – farmers, horticulturalists, industry

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Another request is that overseas seasonal workers be prioritised through MIQ in order to help support rural contractors and the horticultural, dairy and fruit picking industries, while climate change is another issue that Bryce says is unworkable.

“These sectors are doing the heavy lifting for the New Zealand economy, now more than ever, and the mental strain of continuous long hours and product loss in becoming unbearable.

“Large areas of farmland are being incentivised into pine. This policy is a significant cost burden borne by the world’s most emissionsefficient farmers.”

Starting at noon on Friday, July 16, the Katikati protest has a Hilux leading a convoy coming from the south side of town, with another convoy coming from the Kauri Point northern end of town. After proceeding slowly along Main Street Katikati, the two convoys will converge on Moore Park.

Following a short speech from Groundswell there will be a ‘dog’s howl’.

“If the dogs don’t howl or bark we will toot horns,” says Christina, who sent a map of the route to participants that includes an image of Winston Churchill saying “we shall never surrender”.

“We hope this large, nationwide protest will show government that we are unhappy people and not impressed about losing our democracy and being legislated from our farms and businesses.”

The KKCando Concerned Ratepayers are inviting locals to support the protest, and all dogs must be on leads.

“New Zealand is a great place to live, and it is worth fighting for,” says Christina.

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Around the clock walk in loving memory “I intend to honour Phil and not give up on this challenge. I will walk the full 24 hours, and see it through to the end. I know it is going to be tough, but I have an amazing support network ready to help me,

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A Tauranga woman plans to honour the memory of her husband and support Waipuna Hospice with a 24-hour walk around Mauao.

Phil McLean spent the final 24 days of his life cared for by Waipuna Hospice before losing his battle with cancer in February.

Now, his wife Debra wants to give back to the Hospice via a walking fundraiser around the Mount and nearby streets.

Debra and Phil were married on August 8, 2020.

“We were soul mates,” she says. “He was the best thing that ever happened to me and I was the best thing that ever happened to him.”

Phil was diagnosed with stage four bowel cancer in October 2018, and was determined to live life to the fullest, remaining positive until the end.

“After spending a wonderful Christmas together surrounded by our friends and family in 2020, he began to deteriorate,” she explains.

“Phil wanted to be at home and make the most of the life he had left, in his own space.

“Waipuna Hospice was on board supporting us for 24 days leading up to Phil passing away. I stayed home to help care for Phil, and every day a nurse would come to the house to help with pain relief, assess Phil’s situation, and just check that everything was okay.

“They were never in a rush. They would take their time and just be with us.

“Any time, day or night, they were only a phone call away, for advice or just a chat. Nothing was ever a hassle or too much trouble. They fitted into our life like family members.”

On February 8, 2021, after a courageous fight and on their six-month wedding anniversary, Phil lost his battle with cancer.

“Life has been really hard since Phil passed away,” says Debra, “but the care and support from Waipuna Hospice has continued for myself and my three boys.”

It was during the last few weeks of Phil’s life that Debra talked about her desire to give back – she just wasn’t sure how. Taking inspiration from a walking fundraiser she organised in 2020 for The Cancer Society’s Domain Lodge, Debra thought that perhaps it was time to up her step count, and take on another walking challenge.

“Services like Waipuna Hospice wouldn’t exist without support from the community,” she says.

“They had helped Phil and me so much, so I knew I had to do something to help them.

“I can’t put into words how much Waipuna Hospice helped us in the final 24 days of Phil’s life, but I can hopefully help them be there for others in the future. I am doing this for them, and to honour Phil. When I told him I wanted to do this for the hospice, he was behind me 100 per cent, and he agreed it was for a great cause.

“This walk isn’t just about raising money though – it’s also about me and my healing process. It’s benefiting me mentally and helping me deal with my grief.”

Starting at 2pm on August 6, Debra will begin her walk around the base track of Mauao and the surrounding streets, in a figure of eight loop for the entire 24 hours.

Helped by a support group made up of friends and family, Debra is determined to complete the 24 hours and says anyone is welcome to join her for part of the walk.

“Phil’s motto in life was to never give up, and he didn’t until the very end,” says Debra. “He never let cancer get him down and continued to laugh and remain positive for as long as he could.

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Bay of Plenty’s Olympic stars New Zealand’s 211 Olympic athletes for the Tokyo games have been announced, with the Bay of Plenty well represented.

Our region has the second-highest amount of Olympians attending after Auckland, plenty of whom are carrying medal ambitions.

The leading light is Peter Burling. The Tauranga sailor guided New Zealand to an impressive America’s Cup victory in March, and will hope to win gold in the 49er event with regular partner Blair Tuke.

Tauranga will also have brother and sister sailors Sam and Molly Meech competing in the men’s Laser and women’s 49er category respectively.

The track and field representation continues, with former Bethlehem College student Sam Tanner taking on the 1500m challenge.

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Tanner is coached by Craig Kirkwood, who also puts Hayden Wilde through his paces. The Whakatāne triathlete could be a sleeper hit for a medal, as could Rotorua’s Nicole van der Kaay.

The Bay of Plenty also has ample representation in team sports.

goalkeeper Jamie Searle and Tauranga midfielder Olivia Chance are also in Tokyo ahead of next week’s opening ceremony.

Hockey also has BOP representation with Tauranga’s Frances Davies, Rose Keddell and

Tauranga’s Peter Burling will be sailing for gold.

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On the water

The Bay of Plenty’s representation on the water does not end there.

Lisa Carrington, a gold medalist in Rio, will attempt to repeat that feat in one of her four canoe/kayak sprint events.

The Rugby Sevens programme in New Zealand is based in Mount Maunganui, making them all locals, including flag-bearer Sarah Hirini, whilst Rotorua’s Scott Curry and Ōpōtiki’s Dylan Collier also add to the BOP flavour.

Rūātoki residents will watch on eagerly with Stacey Fluhler and Ngarohi McGarvey-Black in the women’s and men’s squads respectively.

Samantha Charlton featuring for the Black Sticks.

So whatever the sport, and wherever you are from in the Bay of Plenty, there is plenty to look out for when this year’s Tokyo Olympics officially begin next Friday.

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New rugby partnership with Tonga Bay of Plenty Rugby Union has announced a memorandum of understanding with Tonga Rugby Union to exchange ideas, coaches and players.

The partnership will allow Tongan rugby players to travel to the region and participate in a structured and organised rugby program that will include education and player welfare.

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playing nation, but Tonga Rugby Union CEO Peter Harding says one of their biggest challenges is losing track of its national talent abroad.

He hopes the partnership will help to amend this.

“What this partnership will do for us and Bay Rugby is for both organisations to track the progress of Tongan players and to keep in contact with players and look after their welfare,” says Peter.

“So one day, if they do become good enough, eventually, hopefully, they play for ‘Ikale Tahi and come home.”

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Bay of Plenty Rugby Union CEO Mike Rogers says he speaks on behalf of the organisation when he says he is excited about the new partnership with their Pacific Island neighbours.

“Bay Rugby is looking forward to helping develop Tongan players in the Bay of Plenty,” says Mike.

“We’ve had a long association with Tongan players contributing to our rugby clubs, and this is a way that we can support Tonga in developing their performance environment by growing their players in a performance environment in New Zealand.”

The Bay of Plenty has a large Tongan community, of which rugby is a proud part of their cultural identity. The partnership has, as a consequence, garnered support from Rotorua Lakes Council.

“One of our priorities as a city is to ensure that our Rugby Union and our clubs are strong,” says

Further education

In conjunction with rugby, the new partnership also looks to incentivise education and employment opportunities for Tongan players through Bay Rugby initiatives, including tertiary educational programs like Cert4Rugby and employment opportunities through Bayland Recruitment.

“Part of the partnership with Tonga Rugby will be our Union helping the Tongan players and their families into further education and employment opportunities,” adds Mike.

“We have some fantastic industries in the Bay that we work with to ensure that we support not only the players but their families, and give them opportunities in New Zealand.

“I believe if we can help players in the key areas of their work careers, education and life skills, the rugby will look after itself.

“Thank you to Tonga Rugby, and we are looking forward to adding value to Pacific Island rugby.”

Volcanix excited for new season

The Bay of Plenty Volcanix get their 2021 Farah Palmer Cup season under way this Saturday, travelling to face Auckland at Eden Park.

A squad of 28 healthy players have made the active roster, while eight remaining players, including Black Ferns Les Elder, Pia Tapsell and Luka Connor, remain on standby due to injury.

Volcanix head coach Rodney Gibbs says the injuries have left the door open for a number of promising younger players leading into the season.

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“To enable that to happen, we look to support the many initiatives undertaken by the Bay of Plenty Rugby Union.

“One initiative, in particular, is their partnership with Tonga Rugby.

“If we can create new pathways in partnership with the Bay of Plenty Rugby Union, and ensure that those pathways enable more people to become more involved in rugby, then we are all winners.”

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“Everyone is excited,” he says. “Some of the new girls will be feeling a bit of nerves going into the season for the first time, but I'm sure we’ve helped stamp some of those out in pre-season.

“We are just setting small goals. Not too big at the moment, just focusing on working hard and making small gains each week.

“We are hopeful for those important players to return who are coming back from injury, and if not we need to focus on growing the new players.”

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Bay weightlifter takes home gold A self-trained Bay of Plenty weightlifter won gold at the recent 2021 North Island championships.

“I didn’t start weightlifting properly until about three years ago.

“I pursued it because I loved it. I just enjoy training and being in the gym more than anything.”

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Xavier went into the North Island Champs determined to set a marker of where he wants to be.

And after making a statement to New Zealand Weight Lifting, there’s little doubt he’s heading in the right direction.

“If I didn’t hit the numbers I wanted, then I would know what I needed to work on in the future,” says Xavier.

“I always get silver, so it was pretty overwhelming that I got a gold.”

Xavier says during the whole competition, his mind-set was to not worry about the numbers.

“I was in a phase where if I hit a good number then it wouldn’t matter to me because I had more numbers to hit.

“Because it’s such an individual sport, you have to worry about your own numbers, and you can’t really think about others.

“My whole focus was just on me, and if anything, I just love the atmosphere of the competition,” he says.

Although weightlifting is a solo sport, Xavier says other athletes and competitors support each other throughout.

“When we were all warming up, Cam Urgert, who got second, was right next to me saying things like: ‘you got this’ and: ‘put on a show’.

Weightlifter Xavier Albert is heading to the NZ National Championships in October. Photo: John Borren.

Former Tauranga Boys’ College student Xavier Albert, 23, took home first place with a personal best lift of 165kg at the event, and will head to the NZ National Championships in October as a result.

The Fielding event earlier this month brought together athletes from all over the North Island, and featured more than 150 competitors.

Xavier says the weights he lifted in Fielding are the heaviest so far.

“I first got into weightlifting as a hobby when I was in school,” he says.

“The very first time I picked up the bar was when I was 15. My close friend introduced it to me because he used it to get stronger for rugby.

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“He’s one of the best lifters in New Zealand and is also an New Zealand representative, so all credit to him and also Jordan Robert, who got third.”

For Xavier, his competing days have been quite different to many others around the country.

He hasn’t had a coach throughout his competing years, but has benefitted from having the right people guide him at times.

“It’s quite rare to not have a coach, but when you’re

out on the platform you’re your own coach anyway,” he says.

“It’s an individual sport and you have to coach yourself.

“I stay motivated through a love of the sport and the curiosity of it.”

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So, with the team at Bob Owens Retirement Village boasting more than 40 years of combined experience in delivering the best care that Ryman Healthcare has to offer, it is reassuring for families.

Village Manager Brian Bark has been at the helm of the Bethlehem village for over six years and before that he worked at the DHB in an audit role for seven hospitals.

Not surprisingly, striving for consistently high standards is always top priority for Brian, with a proud milestone reflecting this effort just last year when Bob Owens won Ryman’s Village of the Year award.

“The award was given to Bob Owens for having consistently positive staff survey ratings and providing excellent clinical care among other things,” says Brian, still beaming about the village’s last audit which resulted in a four-year certification.

“I’m proud to work with such a phenomenal team here at the village where everyone works together to provide the best for our

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Brian gives credit to Clinical Manager Tracey Dunn, also in her sixth year at the village and who recently became a finalist in the Leader of the Year category of the annual Ryman awards.

When COVID-19 hit last year, Tracey stepped up as acting village manager as Brian was caught out overseas.

“I think my major incident training and emergency preparations from my time as sister on an A&E ward in the UK all kicked in and helped me to stay calm and in control – even though I didn’t always feel that way!” she says.

Tracey is also thankful for the experienced and competent team alongside her, where even the newer additions to the village have worked in other Ryman villages for several years.

One of these is Remya Rajagopal, the newly appointed Unit Coordinator in the Special Care Unit.

While this is a new responsibility for Remya, she has notched up a decade with Ryman and she started at Bob Owens a month after it opened.

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“It’s been a big journey with Ryman, and I love how they look after everyone that’s with them, both residents and team members.”

Sticking with Ryman was a huge factor for the other recent appointment, Resthome Unit Coordinator Roma Tarranza, who joined the team after working at Ryman’s Grace Joel village in Auckland for eight years.

Twice nominated for Ryman’s Nurse of the Year award, Roma loves how Ryman is attuned to her values and way of thinking.

“Ryman ensures that we always have what we need to deliver the best care, and the positive feedback I’m already getting from our various stakeholders in the community is evidence of that.”

Hospital Unit Coordinator Tracey Moncur, who is heading towards her seventh anniversary of working at the village, says the emotions are strong when she thinks about the role she plays in residents’ lives.

“The wonderful care of residents is foremost in my day to day life and with the support that Ryman gives I just felt that I could make a difference when I arrived and the company embraced that and gave me all the support I needed.”

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Tommy Kapai Wilson.

Last week Te Tuinga Whānau launched a pathway to reduce homelessness in Tauranga.

The campaign goes by the catchphrase ‘Tauranga - a safe anchorage for all’, which captures some of our heritage alongside aspiration for the city that we all want.

The goal to eliminate homelessness by 2025 is a tough one, but completely worthy.

While this city is the envy of others in many ways, our overheated housing market and the damage that this causes is not something we should be passive about.

Te Tuinga Whānau is a support services trust.

Run by Tommy Kapai Wilson, it takes a familybased approach to helping people in need. While their services are varied, providing people with transitional housing is a core part of their role.

Tommy and his team see people in their time of need, often because they have been displaced from where they have been living.

With a very constrained rental market, the outlook is often bleak.

This is an important area from an economic perspective – we want, and deserve, good living standards for our community.

Unfortunately, Tauranga has some poor housing

statistics; it is the effect of this on our lower-end income earners that is of most concern – the working poor. Statistically we can see why; Tauranga renters can expect to spend 26 per cent of their income on housing costs, while the New Zealand average is 20 per cent.

Emergency housing benefits sit at a little over 1100, around double what it was two years ago.

Te Tuinga Whānau has done a great job looking after the needy during the pandemic, and the time is now right to double down on efforts to eliminate homelessness. A key tool is to provide transitional housing at scale with a community atmosphere and wrap-around services.

This gives people the best chance of a more stable future while they gather the means and skills to get back on their feet.

At the launch it was pleasing to see the level of community support behind Tommy and his team, and widespread empathy for those who have found themselves in a difficult situation.

To pull this off, Tommy will need more support, in the form of land, funding and services. It will need to be a whole community effort to make change on this scale, but this project is a worthy recipient of our combined efforts.

Watch this space in the near future for details on how you might be able to help out.

Simon Bridges Q&A Your chance to chat to your Tauranga MP

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Speaking freely Freedom of speech is a fundamental right that has been preserved in New Zealand and liberal democracies worldwide.

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Sadly, this could be about to change, with Labour proposing to regulate our free speech laws.

While the government itself isn’t clear about how these laws will work in practice - with the Prime Minister and Justice Minister giving conflicting messages and unable to give hypothetical examples - what we do know is the bar for prosecuting hate speech will be lowered to capture speech that stirs up or normalises hatred by being insulting.

It’s also proposed increased penalties for hate speech, with the maximum fine to go from $7000 to $50,000, while the maximum length of imprisonment will go from three months to three years.

Three years imprisonment for hate speech is longer than the punishment for assaulting a child.

Speech that incites violence is already, quite rightly, illegal in New Zealand, but the Prime Minister is claiming these draconian law changes will fill a void in this area.

National condemns vile speech intended to insult, but there’s a huge leap from condemning it to criminalising it.

This is more about control than anything else. Labour claims the changes are in response to the horrific events of March 15, 2019 n Christchurch, but there’s no evidence to show these laws would’ve prevented the massacre.

All these laws will do is turn

New Zealand into a country where Kiwis won’t voice their opinions for fear of prosecution.

This is not the kind of country I want to live in.

National has always supported free speech, open debate and discussion. Our view is this leads to people being better informed and able to form their own opinions. Democracy relies on the ability of people to speak freely and in turn others are, of course, free to disagree.

This government, unable to deliver on much else, appears to want to regulate every facet of our lives - from what cars we can drive through to what we can say.

I encourage you to read the six proposals for yourselves, because these laws reach much further than these.

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Getting into the groove for a good cause Life Education Trust presents Dancing for Life Education.

Lukas Hainga, who are ready to hit the dance to support Life Education Trust in partnership with the Wright Family Foundation.

Jane Johnsson is a dietitian, a mum and a healthy living enthusiast.

She has worked as a dietitian for more than 15 years in both the UK and New Zealand, specialising in public health promotion.

Jane is passionate about the positive impact healthy living can have on so many aspects of life, especially starting in childhood. Her work at

Bay of Plenty locals will be hitting the dance floor at Baypark Tauranga on Saturday, December 4, and with no previous dance experience, the 10 couples will have 15 weeks of dance training and be tutored by local dance teachers!

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the Heart Foundation here in the Bay of Plenty involves supporting Early Learning Services and schools to create healthier environments for tamariki to thrive.

Jane would love the opportunity to help Harold and The Life Education Trust raise much-needed funds to continue their great work.

Lukas Hainge is 39 and has lived in the beautiful Western Bay of Plenty his whole life. He has always been a family man, is happily married to his gorgeous wife B and together they have an adorable four-year-old son Ambrose.

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Brazilian jiu-jitsu is Lukas’ passion, and he’s Jane Johnsson. dedicated the past 17 years to competing, teaching and improving himself and others through the down and try something new... dance!” martial art.

All funds raised stay in the local region and Lukas says: “Life Education has given me this support Life Education Trust WBOP to continue unique opportunity and I am excited to let my hair educating local children.

Matariki – let’s celebrate our very own holiday If you like the thought of celebrating a public holiday that you won’t find anywhere else in the world, keep reading!

Our government is delivering on a pre-election commitment, where New Zealand will celebrate Matariki as a public holiday from June 24, 2022. The date for the Matariki public holiday will shift each year, to align with the Māori lunar calendar. And the best part is, it will always be on a Friday.

This will be our first public holiday that officially recognises Te Ao Māori knowledge, which has been at the heart of the decision making.

Recognised experts in Te Ao Māori have led this process, providing advice and engaging with various communities, who have been grateful for their guidance.

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It refers to a cluster of stars that rises in midWinter, marking the start of the traditional Māori New Year.

This new long weekend will allow people to travel to their hometowns or around our regions, and spend time with their whānau, which ties into the old Māori proverb ‘Matariki hunga nui’ which means ‘Matariki which brings us together’.

As a country that celebrates the Queen’s Birthday (on a day which isn’t actually her birthday) and Boxing Day (which has come to represent discounted shopping bargains), isn’t it great that we are starting to reclaim our own special days as part of our annual calendar, whilst honouring Te Tiriti o Waitangi and the role Māori knowledge has to play.

Churches Active In Our Community

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We are then introduced to two religious men who surely would help – both, however, left him to his fate. They only wanted to keep what they had with no concern for the victim.

A third man came along, and he not only helped the poor victim, but he also went way beyond what could be reasonably expected and gave at great personal cost and risk.

What is remarkable in the story is that the one who helped the victim was ethnically and religiously regarded as an enemy.

The punch was still to come.

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Then Jesus said: “Yes, now go and do the same.”

Each day we find ourselves in situations where we must decide if we will take, keep or give? Will you follow the way of the one who showed mercy? Will you put aside prejudice and suspicion to go and do the same? I pray that God will give you the grace and mercy to do so.

May God bless you and keep you.

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Local banking

Living for nine years in Pyes Pa and using Greerton for shopping, it was disappointing when my bank, BNZ, closed.

The nearest BNZ was just past that Citz Club on Cameron Road. The customer relations built up by the excellent staff at Greerton was replaced by standing in a queue for an hour, and after a couple of times it got no better.

I am [in my] mid-80s, and my internet skills are not good, so if I get a bill I pass it on to a family member.

Recently, after going to the Sun office, I drove back via Willow and Grey Street, and struck lucky.

At the junction of the two streets there is a BNZ Bank, but the luck was a car pulling out of a parking spot very close to the bank. I stopped and

entered the bank and I was the only customer. I was greeted by a member of the Greerton staff, pleased to have someone to talk to.

In the conversation I was informed of a BNZ Mobile Bank that will visit the Greerton Countdown carpark every third week on a Friday.

This was news to me, and apart from the verbal information, I still have not received notification through the mail.

It seems to me that an official of the bank has made a decision sitting in front of a computer without seeking details. Crazy world!

Peter Turner, Pyes Pa.

Kerbside Recycling

Looking at the numbers

The bins come marching in.

Large ones in twos.

One red, one yellow, and the cadet is green.

They arrive en masse, Shoulder-to-shoulder down the street.

Compulsory billeting.

Vibrant, plastic progress, Handbook and calendar, colour coded to match their helmets.

All week to organise, marshal.

They wrest scraps from my compost, To build communal compost.

Plastics 1, 2 and 5 into the yellow bin.

Uncategorised into the red.

A frown, with an order to minimise.

Back kerbside on Fridays, in formation.

Thirty centimetres apart, the handbook shouts.

Is the street long enough? Silence!

The bins come marching in.

Jenny Willoughby, Otumoetai.

The subject of the rail line from Omokoroa to Tauranga is in the news of late. As a child growing up in Pahoia I walked up and down that line when a small station was there at Pahoia. Now I would like to ask a question of economics. How does the cost of building a four lane highway between the two places compare to the widening of the rail corridor and the laying of another track?

Of course other costs must be considered, but basic numbers favour the railway I believe.

Larry Kurth, Tauranga.

Not being heard

My recent audience with Commissioner Anne Tolley resulted in my losing all respect and confidence in their undemocratically imposed management of our city.

Contrary to her constant assurance she is here to listen to ratepayers, she is not interested in considering any opinion unless it agrees with her own.

Rather than consider my opinions, she took the opportunity to lecture me on the reasons why they will adopt the

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same LTP as previous councillors – but with a lot more ratepayer money.

These policies never worked in the past and will not improve any of the issues facing Tauranga at present. They continue to wildly throw ratepayer’s funds at various solutions which encourage growth rather than studying and dealing with the problem uncontrolled growth.

Maurice O’Reilly, The Avenues.

The Train of Life

The train of life, chugs along on tracks unseen, You may not know where you are going, But you know where you’ve been.

The train travels along, With friend and foe, Sharing the ride.

On the journey some of the passengers will get off, Others will get on, And some will abide.

On the panoramic journey to your final end, You will look back and think, How many of the passengers will miss their departed friend.

Ken Jones, Katikati.

Health and recreation in Greerton The racecourse and golf course green spaces are needed to help people to have good health, and [they’re] also good for the environment. The events held there allow people to enjoy life.

If houses were built there, it would cause serious problems of road congestion on Cameron Road up to the roundabout going onto State Highway 29.

There are two schools in this area, while Paengaroa is not suitable [to relocate the racecourse].

People would not want to go all the way down there.

Heidi Hughes would want people to bike there or use buses.

Auckland has a racecourse with houses all around it, and events are also held there. Gisborne also has houses around theirs, and events are held there too. It is not that far from the city centre and people like that.

Keep the racecourse spaces for use as greenspaces in the future. It is good for the environment.

Hillary Burrows, Papamoa.

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Western Bay and Tauranga

COVID-19 Vaccine Rollout Getting vaccinated is the best way to protect yourself, your whānau and your community from COVID-19.

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• Border workers and their household contacts.

• Frontline healthcare workers • Those living and working in aged residential care facilities • Māori and Pacific kaumātua and their whānau.

• People aged 65 years and older • People aged 16 years and older with some underlying health conditions* • Disabled people and their carers • Pregnant people.

Call Monday – Friday: 8 am–6.15 pm; Saturday: 9 am–1 pm.

Spaces are available at our Baypark and First Avenue vaccination centres. *Relevant underlying health conditions include people eligible for a fully-funded flu vaccine (not provided through their employer), severe mental illness, poorly controlled or severe high blood pressure, and severe obesity.

People in Group 4 will be invited to book their vaccine from 28 July starting with people aged 60 years and over.

Groups 1, 2 and 3 will continue to be offered the vaccine during the Group 4 rollout.

Visit bopdhb.health.nz/vaccine

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New national cancer treatment service opens “Our increase to Pharmac funding has made more cancer drugs available. We’ve invested in 12 new radiation treatment machines, set up the Cancer Control Agency and, in

A new national cancer treatment service will see patients who used to travel to Australia treated in Auckland, Health Minister Andrew Little announced this week.

Peptide Receptor Radionuclide Therapy, or PRRT, can help manage symptoms of metastatic neuroendocrine cancer and increase and improve life for people who have it.

The treatment involves attaching a radioactive medicine to a special protein and injecting

it into the bloodstream, where it delivers a targeted high-dose of radiation to neuroendocrine cancers cells. Most patients have four doses, although some only need two.

“We used to send patients to Melbourne for PRRT, but travel restrictions as a result of the Covid-19 pandemic has made that difficult,” says Little.

“Since September, we’ve been running a small, interim service in Auckland, and I am very pleased to announce that it is being expanded and made permanent.

“For many people, surgery is

not an option. This treatment can give them quality time with those who matter to them.”

The new service will be at Auckland Hospital and will treat up to 40 people per year. It is expected to cost $1.9 million in the first year and $1.6 million the year after that.

It is being jointly funded by district health boards and supported by the Cancer Control Agency, the Unicorn Foundation and the Ministry of Health.

“The government has made significant investment in cancer care,” Little adds.

Unions back vaccinations The two main unions representing New Zealand port workers are backing the government’s move to make Covid-19 vaccinations mandatory for port workers.

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RMTU general secretary Wayne Butson says workers should follow the advice of public health authorities.

He says with ongoing global outbreaks of the new Delta variant of Covid-19, New Zealand has to use all available strategies to protect frontline workers and the community.

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MUNZ national secretary Craig Harrison says the need to protect port workers and the community is the main concern for unions.

He says it will be necessary to work through the issues on a caseby-case basis for workers who, for whatever reason, choose not to get vaccinated.

He says up to now, health and safety protocols and the use of personal protective equipment by port workers have had a good outcome, but any extra precautions were welcome.

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Rosacea: A holistic approach Do you struggle with a permanent redness of the skin on your cheeks, nose and chin area?

These flushed symptoms are the tell-tale signs of rosacea, and they often flare up in winter.

Rosacea is common in fair skinned people, occurs more often with women than men, and usually strikes between the age of 30 and 60.

It is a complex condition and no two cases ever seem to be exactly alike. If you struggle with rosacea it is likely you have a genetic pre-disposition,

however there are often triggers which set it off.

If you think you have rosacea, we recommend you book a 60-minute skin disorder consultation with one of our experienced skincare therapists at Jamele. She will prescribe the best topical skincare for your skin condition and offer holistic strategies to help your skin heal.

Rosacea is an inflammatory skin condition. You can minimise inflammation by avoiding sun exposure and anything that overheats the skin.

During winter, avoid sitting too close to the fire or having the car heater blasting directly onto your skin.

Another way to reduce inflammation is by introducing quality, essential fatty acids into your diet. At Jamele,

we prescribe Bestow Beauty Plus Oil, which has been designed with skin health in mind.

It contains Omega-3 and Omega6, which support, moisturise and strengthen your skin from within. It

can easily be mixed into smoothies, dressings, yoghurt or porridge each day. You can buy it in clinic at Jamele Skincare or from our online shop.

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A multitude of benefits If you take a multi type supplement, you should carefully read the mineral contents on the label.

Minerals are critical for the health and development of every cell in our body.

Insufficient trace minerals can weaken immune response and leave people feeling tired and run down. This is my go-to for those who are tired with no medical cause.

The major minerals are calcium, magnesium and potassium. Of these, it is usually magnesium that is insufficient in many diets.

Low magnesium can cause many health problems including cramp, restless legs and heart rhythm problems.

This should be included in meaningful mounts.

Our focus here, though, is on trace minerals - especially zinc, copper, iron, selenium and manganese. These minerals are absolutely critical. If they are missing or deficient in our diet then our health will suffer.

We use these to make a group of antioxidant enzymes. The two most important are superoxide dismutase (SOD) and glutathione peroxidase (GPx). We make SOD from zinc, copper, iron and

manganese. We make GPx from selenium. While these may sound like obscure chemicals, they are the front line of our cell defences against free radical damage.

Low levels of SOD and GPx have been linked to pretty much any disease you care to pick, from osteoarthritis to cancer.

New Zealand soils are low on selenium; unless the food producer adds this to soils, the produce will have insufficient selenium and other trace minerals.

While people often respond quickly to antioxidants and vitamins, the benefits of these minerals can be significant over time.

This is why any good multinutritional will have these minerals at the right levels and in a form our body can absorb. Over the years I have seen profound health improvements by adding a multi that is a true multi-mineral.

For more information, give me a call on: 0800 423 559 or email: john@abundant.co.nz You can read my newsletter at: www.abundant.co.nz John Arts is a qualified nutritional medicine practitioner and the founder of Abundant Health.

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Should you use sunscreen in winter?

Winter days are colder and cloudier in general, but there are clear, mild sunny days, perfect for the outdoors.

After a recent study, NIWA scientist Dr Richard McKenzie advises that people can get sunburned on days when the UV index is under three - especially if they're fairskinned and spending a lot of time outside.

Standard advice is that when the ultraviolet radiation index (UV index) is under three, it is safe to be outside with no sunscreen.

Increased support for midwives

New measures to help bolster the midwifery workforce as they care for the next generation of New Zealanders have been announced.

Associate Minister of Health, Dr Ayesha Verrall, says: “New Zealand’s midwives are committed to the wellbeing of women and whānau, but they’re facing significant challenges.

“In order to support them, clinical coaches will stand shoulder-to-shoulder with midwives on the maternity wards, as they care for the health and medical needs of pregnant and birthing women.”

The clinical coaching programme was identified by the Midwifery Accord Group as an innovative solution to help stabilise the midwifery workforce.

Over the next three years, $5 million has been

committed to support this initiative.

This funding will ensure at least one clinical coach will be available at each DHB. Midwives who want to work again after some time away must complete the Return to Practice Programme, to ensure they have the latest training and certifications. Clinical coaches will help them to re-join the workforce.

“I know the cost of the Return to Practice Programme has been a barrier for some people,” admits Dr Verrall. “That’s why additional funding of $1600 per midwife is being made available for up to 40 midwives in the first year, and 60 midwives in further years, to encourage them to refresh their practising certificates and return to this rewarding career.”

Remember, you are enough “Belonging starts with self-acceptance … because believing that you’re enough is what gives you the courage to be authentic, vulnerable and imperfect.” Brené Brown.

When we focus on pleasing everyone, we are living according to other people’s standards and not focusing enough time on living from our own.

We may believe others are whispering, complaining and judging us, however, the truth is most of it is in our heads, because those others are also worrying about what people may be thinking, judging and whispering about them.

Every time you think “I am not good enough”, start speaking the truth to yourself that “I am enough”.

If you would like to know more about narrative or relationship coaching, phone Mary Parker, The Fast Track Coach, on: 07 577 1200/021 258 2145, or visit: www.thefasttrackcoach.co.nz

This study found that there is more than enough energy to cause a sunburn when UV index levels are under three.

In fact, on some of those days, there’s enough energy to cause five or even seven sunburns.

For winter days, Dr McKenzie

suggests protection is required if you’re going to be outdoors for more than an hour, regardless of the UV level.

So please cover up and use appropriate sun protection. If you are unsure, check the current UV index and advice at: www.skinspots.nz

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Giving learners the green light More learner drivers in the Western Bay of Plenty will get a helping hand thanks to the donation of a new car to the Blue Light driver programme.

The car, a Suzuki Swift donated by the Rapid Relief Team, will enable Blue Light to offer 30 more lessons a week to young people who may not have the support to access a licence and the right amount of lessons otherwise.

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Rod says they are always on the their driving,” says Rod. programme has been running in lookout for more volunteers.

“Every new car increases our the Western Bay of Plenty since ability to provide safe, registered, 2017. More than 1700 students Having a licence also helps with warranted vehicles for kids to learn have enrolled in the programme young people’s employability, he says. to drive in, which is fantastic.” and 1500 licence stages have been “While many jobs don’t involve Nine Western Bay secondary passed so far. driving, more than 70 per cent The ability to gain a driver’s licence schools are involved in the of positions advertised require a programme, and referrals for is one that many New Zealanders licence,” says Rod students come from either their often take for granted, but for Blue Light is a not-for-profit school, police or other community organisation that works in some the cost of fees and lessons, organisations. The programme is a registered and warranted vehicle partnership with the police to supported by volunteers who take to drive and distance from testing create positive connections between young people for lessons, provide centres act as significant barriers, young people and the police. road code tuition and help with says Blue Light CEO Rod Bell.

For more information visit: “The more cars we have, the more any aspect of getting a licence that www.bluelight.co.nz Alisha Evans students can be out there practicing is needed.

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Your choice of destination – fun guaranteed I could quite easily make this the shortest review I’ve done, simply because everyone needs to own a Suzuki Jimny.

They’re not fast, they don’t have a thousand buttons that make fancy things happen when pushed and they aren’t equipped with a dual clutch, CVT, 400speed gearbox.

No, they’re much better – in fact, I would go as far as saying that this little machine is one of my favourite vehicles I’ve driven. I loved it and I want one in black!

Driving the Jimny brought back a lot of fond memories of a similar vehicle I use to own – it had a short chassis, was light on its feet, went almost anywhere, and was not fast but offered unlimited fun and felt as reliable and solid as your pet Labrador!

The biggest difference between my old four-wheel drive and the Suzuki is that the Suzuki is better – better because the Sierra model I drove had a few more comforts, such as cruise control, a touch screen stereo equipped with Apple Car Play/Android Auto, climate control air conditioning and the myriad of safety features offered on the better new cars these days.

While the Suzuki Jimny has the latest in-built safety features, that’s not what

this vehicle is all about. It’s about the experience. Looking at the Jimny is fun, driving the Jimny is fun and talking about where you took your Jimny is fun!

The four-wheel drive capability of this light and nimble vehicle is incredible. You could drive your Jimny out of the show room and head straight to the mountains.

The 1.5 litre engine fitted to all models performs well and burns a tiny 6.4L/100km in manual guise. The four-wheel drive system is a proven, old school method of a gear stick connected to the transfer case.

This means that if you’re the type that loves your off-roading you can go full Burke and Wills style.

If you just want to explore new places and drive down “that track” you always wanted to explore at a more comfortable pace, this little ripper will do it all!

The Jimny performed well on the highway and around the twisty stuff, but it’s not a sports car. So while you shouldn’t expect an “edge of your seat” action-packed drive on the tarmac, it is comfortable enough and more importantly it makes you want to find somewhere to explore.

The truth is, I didn’t want to give the Jimny back. I loved it and wanted to keep it, and when I pictured how I would fit out my own Jimny, it was evident the special

edition Jimny Safari, one of the toughest looking little four wheel drives I’ve seen, would be the one for me.

This is the one that any offroad enthusiast would respect and is the one that will turn heads and leave onlookers wondering where you’re taking it!

The Safari model is based on the JX model, so while you lose a couple of features from the Sierra, you gain some impressive mods, like four Maxxis Bravo 980 A/T 215/75R15 tyres, a Heritage grille, ARB Base roof rack

with side trade rails, front and rear mudflaps and front weather shields.

The Safari will set you back a very respectable $29,990 + ORC. All models come with Suzuki’s five-year/100,000km warranty programme, and a five-year Suzuki roadside assistance plan.

The vehicle reviewed was the Jimny Sierra Manual.

If you want to take a look, then Tauranga Motor Company is your local dealer.

They can be found at 100 Hewletts Road or contacted on: 07 578 1378. Ian Evans

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Remembering Simon Elton You’ll have to give me a little leeway with this column; it’s hard to find the right tone just before deadline when you hear a friend has died.

Especially when he was the person that did the ringing round when the musical community lost someone.

Simon Elton, singer, songwriter, guitarist, bass player, producer and musical archivist, died this week in hospital. I think there were complications after an operation; it’s too soon to confirm.

He was in for a few days but I didn’t think it was too serious so didn’t visit or even ring.

I sure wish I had.

Because we lost Simon.

That’s what he always used to say on those phone calls. I think the first one was when Ritchie Pickett died. “I’ve got some bad news - we lost Ritchie,” said Simon and we talked a bit, but I knew he had a lot more calls to make because Simon knew everyone and he was the sort of person who looked after that sort of thing.

There were more calls over the years: “I’ve got some bad news...” In this rock 'n' roll world where we’re all perpetual adolescents, I always thought of Simon as the grown-up in the room.

Since then, as the Facebook condolences have poured in, the word used most is “gentleman”.

It’s an old-fashioned term I know, but perfect for Simon. He seemed always reasonable, always

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and guitarist Mike Kirk.

They released their first six-track EP in 2006, followed by six more albums. By 2014’s compilation, The Collection, the band had firmly moved to their own original songs.

Most were Paul’s hard-bitten takes on Kiwi living but always with two or three of Simon’s, often songs

Going back, Simon cemented a place in Kiwi music history in the 80s by playing bass in Auckland alongside Dave McLean and Rob Galley in The Furys. They were regarded as one of the wildest bands of their era but, despite being a favourite of critics and fellowmusicians, the big time eluded them and they released just two singles.

Simon was also a producer, releasing several albums, including a live set

by The Furys and two collections by Ritchie Pickett, whom he played bass with and loyally supported in the years before Ritchie’s death. I think you can find them on Spotify.

And he was an archivist. He knew more about old New Zealand music than anyone I know. Who sang something in 1958? Call Simon.

He’d taken his copy of Graham Clark’s musical history The Right Note to countless gigs, getting everyone in it to sign their pictures.

It should be worth a fortune by now.

Okay. Enough. I really could go on and on.

Just as a heads-up: the Kokomo concert on July 24 in Te Puna that I mentioned last week has now been cancelled in favour of a memorial concert for Simon. Many musicians will be playing; everyone is welcome to attend, no charge.

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memorialising the music he loved, be it My Story Of The Blues or Rockabilly Hall Of Fame, both of which eulogised musical heroes.

He continued to turn out quirky tunes right up to Steppin' Out on last year's Ship Of Fools. Videos for many of their songs are on YouTube and Facebook.

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Magic at Trustpower Arena Award-winning magician and illusionist André Vegas is bringing his spellbinding family show to Trustpower Arena during the school holidays for one day only!

You won’t want to miss this fast-paced colourful show packed with music, comedy, adorable animals (including Chocolate the giant rabbit, chihuahuas and doves) and spectacular illusions.

And it wouldn’t be a magic show without audience participation!

André’s family show will captivate all ages from pre-schoolers to grandparents, and don’t worry if you’ve seen him before, the show will of course include some old favourites along with some new surprises and effects not seen in the Bay of Plenty before!

You may remember André from the TV show New Zealand’s Got Talent. He was the illusionist at Rainbow’s End for three years and he and Linda Lopez have just won New Zealand’s Best Children/Family Magic Act.

“We had a great turnout when André performed in 2020 and we are excited to be bringing André back by popular demand,” says Bay Venues programmes manager Shane Gillum.

“With tickets starting from $8, it’s a great, lowcost activity during the school holidays.”

There are two show sessions on Thursday, July 22 (11am and 2pm). Shows run for 45-minutes and following the 2pm show there will be adventure play equipment set up for kids to enjoy, including the mini ninja warrior course for another $5 per child.

For more info and to purchase your tickets, visit: www.bayactive.co.nz The Weekend Sun has two family passes to see award-winning magician and illusionist André Vegas at Trustpower Arena for two lucky readers who can tell us what TV show André was on.

Enter online at: www.sunlive.co.nz under the competition section.

Entries must be received by Tuesday, July 20.

André Vegas and Linda Lopez.

Why buying local matters As we move into chilly winter weather, it’s time to remind ourselves to support our local businesses.

They support us all year, and every time you shop with them it matters.

Winter is always a harder time for our retail sector, and now more than ever we need to keep the local support front of mind.

“We are working with Downtown Tauranga again this year to reiterate the message to spend locally,” says Greerton Main Street manager, Sally Benning. “Whether that’s in Greerton, Tauranga or other local centres, it matters.

“By featuring images of our local business owners and some of their faithful customers, we are reminding people of the value of looking after our own communities, as well as supporting the local economy.”

Mainstreet Tauranga spokesperson, Sally Cooke agrees.

“Many of our local business owners are also consumers,” she says, “and as they support their local retailers, so too must we support them if we want to

Left: Chantheng Kao of Chadwick Bakery and Café with shopper Angela Down. Right: Shopper Michael Vujnovich with Chris Baskett of Books A Plenty

see them thrive and continue in our centres.”

In Greerton right now, the cherry trees are adorned with amazing yarn bombing installations – so what better time than now to pop along, enjoy the trees, vote for your favourite and catch up with the shopping options?

Greerton has seen the arrival of a number of new retailers, food outlets and other services in the last 18 months. “We love our Greerton vibe,” says Sally Benning.

“Come out and see us, we think you’ll be delighted you did.”

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Saturday 17 July

Association Croquet Saturdays, Mondays

& Wednesdays at Club Mt Maunganui, 45 Kawaka St. 9:15am for 9:30am start.

New players & visitors welcome. Ph. Jacqui 574 9232

Ayla Wesley LIVE@TheJamFactory

Indie folk/rock artist sharing her stories and views through song. Strong dynamic vocals accompanied by full band.

Support: George After James. 7pm, Jam Factory (Historic Village,Tauranga).

Tickets $10: www.theincubator.co.nz/thejam-factory-music. Ph 07 571 3232 A Course In Miracles A powerful transformational teaching to find inner peace. Stuck in past grievances and resentments? Get over it! Free Internet forgiveness workshop. https:// jenniferhadley.com/how-getover-it Txt 0210 274 2502 Bay Singles Social Group Join a bunch of over 50s young singles.

Weekend dinners, pot-lucks, occasional outings. Have a go! Ph Delia 027 284 8762, Andrea 021 133 0313 Beth-El Messianic Family Celebrate Shabbat (Sabbath) as did Messiah Yeshua (Jesus), his disciples and early believers.

Its time. All are welcome @ Otumoetai Primary 10am. Joel 02 176 8043 info@bethel.org.nz Bethlehem Pottery Kids Classes Kids love playing with mud? Sign them up to Kids Pottery Classes, every Saturday, Monday & Friday various projects Max 8 Kids, FIFS, For more info Contact Juliet 021 271 1433 BPC.kidsclasses@gmail. com Car Boot Sale Tauranga Racecourse 1383 Cameron Road, Entry from Gate 4. Ph 577 1116 or 027 414 6040. Single site $5 double $10. Setup time: 7am onwards.

Chess at Mount Maunganui Mt RSA Chess Club, 544 Maunganui Rd. 6-7pm during school term. Late program 7pm onwards. Incl casual games. Ph Werner 027 721 9499 Creative Writing Learn how to retell and write a favourite traditional tale. The Centre, Katikati Library 1:30-3pm No charge. Contact angiebelcher@gmail. com for details Exhibition by Janet Collenette Janet Collenette is exhibiting her fine art paintings, featuring the monarch butterfly life cycle in the Art Gallery, 33 Devonport Road, from July 10th-July 30th Greerton Hall Market 2nd & last Saturday of month, 8am-12pm. Stalls inside/outside. Discounts for charity groups. Refreshments at kitchen. Ph/ txt for site Tricia 027 908 2952, www facebook.com/greertonhallmarket Justice of the Peace Saturday 10am-12pm The Crossing Shopping Mall Katikati Bowling Club 8 Park Rd 12:453pm Katikati Tramping Club An easy coastal walk at Tairua from Sailors Grave to Lynch Stream. Ph Peter 027 634 4741 for info ‘Life in Colour’ Exhibition The Incubator Gallery (The Historic Village Tauranga) welcomes Katja Pott. A collection of

works about life in Aotearoa, Central Australia and Northern Germany.

10th-24th July, 10am-3pm(Mon-Fri), 10am-2pm(Saturday). Ph 07 571 3232 LOL Laughter Wellness Learn to release your happy hormones & give yourself a boost. Make laughter a choice, not consequence. Arataki Community Ctr, 11-11:45am. Trish 022 036 6768 lollaughterwellness@gmail.com. Koha Neighbourhood Watch Gnomes, neighbours and mayhem. A great comedy for a good nights entertainment at 16th Ave Theatre. Shows from July 10th-24th (Wed-Sun)Book @ iTicket.

‘Outsiders At Home’ Exhibition The People’s Gallery (The Historic Village Tauranga) welcomes Rolph Hediger and Fiorella Silva Pérez. Collection of paintings about immigration, new opportunities, and personal growth.

10th-24th July, 10am-3pm(Mon-Fri), 10am-2pm (Sat).Ph 07 571 3232 Otumoetai Tennis Club Adult tennis. Start 1:30pm. Bellevue Park Windsor Rd (adjacent to swimming pool). New players & visitors welcome.

Ph Victor 027 577 1818 a/hrs.

Papamos Friendly Group (55-65s)

Want to join a small group for social get togethers? This is not a singles only nor a dating group. Anyone interested Txt 027 403 4130 St Stephens Jigsaw Library Every Saturday 10am-12pm 500 puzzles available Hire: 1000p for $1, 500p for 50c Large pieces available. Choose from childrens, landscape, animals, collections.

See you at Highmore Terrace, Brookfield Tauranga Fuchsia Group Last Saturday each month at Art & Craft Ctr, Elizabeth St West, 1pm. Learn how to care for fuchsias. Ph Pat 579 1655 or Noeleen 578 4643 Te Puke Scottish Society Dance 7-10:30pm. Memorial Hall, Jellicoe Street, Te Puke. Live music, supper, air conditioned hall, good company, raffles.

Contact Valerie 573 7093 The Sociables A group of males and females in the 30’s/40’s and 50’s age group. That meet for dining out, bushwalks etc. Ph 022 012 0376 Village Radio Museum Community Radio broadcasting nostalgic music & Community Notices seven days on 1368 KHz AM Band. Radio Museum open from 10am. Request line 571 3710

Sunday 18 July

Accordion Music Group 3rd Sunday

monthly, Welcome Bay Hall 1-4pm.

Entry $3pp. Ladies a plate please. All welcome. Joy 027 285 3093 Art on the Strand Original art for sale.

Weather permitting. 9am-4pm. The Strand, Tauranga Tauranga Society of Artists At Sunday Village Market There is an amazing array of stalls lining the street of the beautiful Historic Village, arts, crafts, bricabric and yummy food stalls, 9am-1pm Brain Watkins House Museum 233 Cameron Rd, open 2-4pm. Adults $5, children free. Groups or classes by arrangement. Ph 578 1835

Brett’s Goalkeeping Clinic Free GK

coaching 9-11am. Suits beginners to youth, 3 coaches available, At Waipuna Park. Please bring your own gloves.

Croquet Tauranga Domain, Cameron Rd, Sun, Tues, Fri, 12:45 for 1pm start.

Beginners welcome. Ph Peter 571 0633 Falun Dafa 10:15am.Free to join us in the Parks. Ph/txt Judy 021 042 5398 for the Locations in Tauranga, Papamoa & Mt.

Farmers Market - Mount Mainstreet

Held every Sunday 9-1pm rain or shine!

Te Papa o Nga Manu Porotakataka (Phoenix Park). www.mountmainstreet.nz Golf Croquet Sundays, Tuesdays and Thursdays at Club Mt Maunganui, 45 Kawaka St. Tues, Thurs, Sun; 9:15am for 9:30am start. New players & visitors welcome. Ph. Nev 575 5121 Messy Church, Holy Trinity 4-6pm at Holy Trinity Anglica 215 Devonport rd.

Theme: Forgiveness. Activities, short Christian story, simple meal, GF and vegetarian options. All free. Children accompanied by an adult. Ph 576 7718 Neighbourhood Watch Gnomes, neighbours and mayhem. A great comedy for a good nights entertainment at 16th Ave Theatre. Shows from July 10th-24th (Wed-Sun)Book @ iTicket.

NZDA BOP Range Day NZDA BOP branch run public open days last Sunday each month at their 300m range in TECT All Terrain Park. 9am-3pm $20 bring firearms licence Papamoa Farmers Market Connecting our community with local produce. Rain, hail or shine, it will be on! At Redefined, 58 Ashley Pl, Papamoa Papamoa Lions Club Market 2nd & 4th Sunday Gordon Spratt Reserve, Parton Rd, Papamoa. Gates open 7am for stall holder entry. Wayne 027 974 5699 Psychic Cafe Spiritual Centre Greerton Community Hall. Doors open 6:40pm, starts 7pm. $10 cash entry. After that, everything FREE: Psychics, Healers, Refreshments and more.

Meet the Bay’s top practitioners!

Tauranga Farmers Market 7:45am-noon at Tauranga Primary School cnr Cameron Road & 5th Avenue. Rain, hail or shine.

Direct from the Producers. Support local Te Puke Country Music Club 1-4pm. Te Puke Citizens & RSA Club. All welcome.

Gayle 573 8255

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Puke Bridge Club, 4 Queen St Te Puke. 7 pm. New members welcome. $4. Ph Lou 07 573 8184 or Mike 027 495 5284 Alcoholics Anonymous Open Meeting 10am. Tauranga Central Baptist Church, 640 Cameron Rd. All welcome. Ph 0800 229 6757 Argentine Tango in Tauranga We begin communication through connection, then move ‘as one’. Interested in the improvised authentic dance of Tango? Ph Denise 0204 006 1340 for classes starting August

Badminton Club Aquinas College

Tauranga Badminton Club, 7-9pm, Aquinas College Events Centre. Seniors & Year 11 upwards, Casual players

welcome, $8pp, Racquets available. Ph/ txt Noel 027 622 9797 www.sporty/ taurangabadmintonclub.co.nz Baycourt Let It Go - The Songs of Frozen Live in Concert 11am & 2pm. Addison Theatre (Suitable ages 3+) Tickets available from ticketek.co.nz 0800 TICKETEK Bethlehem Indoor Bowls Meets in Bethlehem Hall every Monday night.

7:30 start. Names in by 7:15pm. New members of all ages welcome. Ph John 027 654 1298 Body+Soul 50+ Fitness Great music, fun. Exercise for better health, strength and balance. First class free. 9:15am Mondays & Fridays at Greerton Hall, Cameron Rd. Ph Dianne 027 431 4326 Chess at Mount Maunganui Mt RSA Chess Club, 544 Maunganui Rd. 6-7pm during school term. Late program 7pm onwards. Incl casual games.

Ph Werner 027 721 9499 ESOL Free ESOL and Christian Conversation Classes,Holy Trinity Church, 215 Devonport Rd. 9:3011:30am every Monday except School Holidays.

Fitness for 50+ Fun classes, great music.

Focusing on coordination, strength & balance. St Mary’s Church, Bayfair.

9.15am First class free. Ph Nadia 021 187 034 Friends of the Library Greerton Library Book Group meets monthly at 10:30am in the Meeting Room. Just come along or Ph Marian 544 2624 Indoor Bowls St. Mary’s Church Hall.

Crnr Girven Road/Marlin Street, Bayfair.

Register by 12:20pm. New members welcome, come and give bowls a try Justice of the Peace CourthouseMcLean Street 1-4pm. Arataki Community Centre 10am-12pm Omokoroa Library Western Avenue 1-3pm. Papamoa Library 5-6pm.

Let’s Learn Something New An A-Z of Clubs, courses & classes happening now.

Find an activity, join & do it! All ages. www.letslearn.co.nz or ph 07 544 9557 Keep On Your Feet Omokoroa 11am12, Settlers Hall, 334 Omokoroa Rd. Strength & balance classes for older adults. All levels of fitness welcome. Ph Sharnie 021 111 8617 Keep On Your Feet Balance and Strength class to fun music, relaxed & social. Every Monday at 10am Mount Bible Chapel All welcome just come along Ph Lynda 029 230 0162 Pickleball Enjoy pickleball 9:15am -12:15pm Mount Sports Centre, cnr Maunganui and Hull Rd. $5. Paddles, balls and refreshments provided. Karen 027 602 6576 or Bob 027 478 6282.

Rebus Otumoetai 9:30am at Matua Club, 3rd Monday monthly. Interesting speakers & good fellowship. Interested?

Ph David 544 0291

Recycled Teenagers Gentle Exercise

9:15-10:45am Tga Senior Citizens Club, 14 Norris St. Tues 9-10:30am St Marys Church hall, 33/19 Girven Rd. Jennifer 571 1411 Taoist Tai Chi Arts Cultivating Balance, New beginning classes,

Modayn - Saturday , Tauranga, Te Puke, Papamoa, Mt Maunganui, Katikati. www. taoisttaichi.org for schedule. Margie Ph 02 150 0320

Tauranga Creative Fibre

9:30am, also 2nd/4th Thurs 6:30pm. Come & join us to learn knitting, crochet, spinning, weaving, dyeing & felting. 177 Elizabeth St. Ph Cathy 07 570 2191 Tauranga Civic Choir We meet at Wesley Methodist Church, 100 13th Ave, Tauranga on Mondays at 7:30pm.

All voices welcome, especially tenors and basses. Ph Julia 575 0538

Tauranga Senior Citizens Club

Cards 500 Mon & Thurs. Indoor bowls Tues, Wed & Sat. 14 Norris St (behind Pak n Save) 12:45pm. $3 incls afternoon tea. New members welcome Tauranga Stamp Club Wesley Methodist Church, 100 Thirteenth Ave. 10.30am on the 2nd and 7.30pm on the 4th Monday of the month All welcome. More info: Ph Tony 07 549 5015 or Brian 07 576 5210 Tauranga Vision Friendship Club For retired people. Meetings at Citizens Club 4th Monday, 10am. Speakers, outings, activities, friendship, fellowship, fun.

Bryan 027 813 5426

Tibetan Buddhist Teachings

Understanding karma.

10-11:30am followed by refreshments. 25 Junction Road, Te Puna. Everyone welcome! More info on Facebook at https://www. facebook.com/tashichoepel.ling

Tuesday 20 July

Alcoholics Anonymous Open meeting

7:30pm. St Peters Anglican Church.

11 Victoria Rd, Mt Maunganui, All Welcome. Ph 0800 229 6757 Altrusa Int’l of Tauranga A community service organisation who meet every 2nd Tuesday to organise projects and have fun and fellowship. Ph/txt President Sandra 027 483 8454 www. altrusa.org.nz Badminton 9:15am to 11:45am Tuesday and Thursday QE2 Youth Centre, 71 Eleventh Ave, Tauranga. Visitors $6.

Some racquets available. Morning tea.

Melissa 027 307 6800 or Bob 02 747 86282.

Bayfair Pétanque Club Russley Dr, Tuesday/Thursday 12:45pm. Easy to learn, social & fun. Boules & tuition available. Turn up or Ph Alf 021 175 9282 Divorce Care Small group support for divorced or separated to regain hope & healing. 13-week course starts 6 July, 7:15pm. Registration essential. Kathryn 027 737 3172 Fitness Fun Exercise with fun dance, weights, floor work, any age, go your pace. Venue: St Columba Church, 502 Otumoetai Rd, Cherrywood. Info Gloria 021 139 2448 Justice of the Peace Courthouse McLean Street 10am-12pm Mt Maunganui Library 11am-1pm. Greerton Library 2-4pm. St Columbia Presbyterian Church 10am-12pm

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10-11:30am, Catholic Church Hall, 89 Beach Rd. Strength & balance classes for older adults. All levels of fitness welcome. Ph Sharnie 021 111 8617 Keep On Your Feet Balance & Strength class to fun music, social and friendly group. All welcome. Every Tuesday at 10:30am, Greerton Community Village Hall Ph Lynda 029 230 0162 Merge Social Group Are you a new resident to Tauranga? Come along to meet a friendly group, 1st & 3rd Tuesday of month. Email Karen at merge.tauranga@gmail.com Mount Morning Badminton Mt Sports Centre, Blake Park. 9.30am-12pm.

Social, all ages, racquets available, beginners welcome. $5 per day. Ph Maxeen 575 0162 Mt Maunganui RSA Cards We meet every Tuesday at 12:45pm for a game of 500. You will need to be a member of Mt Maunganui RSA to participate Otumoetai Tennis Club Adult tennis.

9am Tuesday & Thursday. 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. Ph 0210 236 3236 for information

Papamoa Beach Women’s Institute

Meets every 3rd Tuesday11am-1:30pm at Papamoa Sports Complex

Recycled Teenagers Gentle Exercise

For joint replacements, arthritics & recovery from accident or illness. For strength, coordination & balance.

9-10:30am St Mary’s Church cnr Girven & Marlin. Jennifer 571 1411 Sequence Dancing Tauranga Social & Leisure Club, St John’s Anglican Church Hall, 94 Bureta Rd, Otumoetai.

7-9:30pm except 2nd Tues of month 3:30-6pm. Ph Lesley 929 7295 Scrabble Keep that brain active! Play at Tauranga Citzens Club, 13th Ave. 9:20 for 9:30am start. Ring Jo Ann 578 3606 South City Indoor Bowls Greerton Hall, Greerton. New members welcome, coaching available. Names in by 7:15pm. Ph Keith 577 1116 Tai Chi Internal Arts Beginner Classes.

Fun. Non-religious. $5.

9:30am Tues & Thurs Te Puke Memorial Hall. 9:30am Weds St George’s Church Hall. 1pm Tues & 9:30am Thurs Te Puna Memorial Hall. David 027 222 2824

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 Film Society Showing “Birds of Passage” (Columbia 2018) at 6:30pm Rialto Cinema. 3-film sampler membership $30. Join any time: full season membership $90. See: www.nzfilmsociety.org.nz Tauranga Model Railway Club Meets every Tuesday morning 930am-12pm & every Thursday night 7:30-9:30pm.

Club rooms upstairs cnr of Mirrielees and Cross Roads. Ph Mike Oldfield 02 193 9233

Tauranga Orchid Society

Club Meeting 7pm in Wesley Church Hall 13th Avenue, free entry. Members and local citizens most welcome. Orchid information and plant sales available, cash only Tauranga Patchwork & Quilters Every 1st & 3rd Tuesday at 7pm; 2nd & 4th Friday at 10am. Tauranga Art & Craft Centre, 177 Elizabeth St. Ph Denise 027 291 9917 Toastmasters Startup Club A supportive and positive learning

environment for the opportunity to develop communication and leadership skills. EOI sought for a new club in Omokoroa area Wise & Wonderful Shared afternoon tea, entertainment, card games, bingo, quizzes, guest speakers.

Companionship. 1:30-3:30pm at Katikati Community Ctr, 45 Beach Rd, Katikati. Ph 549 0399 Yoga For All Welcome Bay Community Centre, 6-7:30pm.

Traditional, relaxing Yoga class.

Beginners welcome. $12 for 1 or $90 for 9 classes. Bring a mat. Ph Bhajan 07 929 7484

Morris Dancing Group @ The Jam Factory Every Wednesday, all welcome.

Dance, music, social fun. Koha from $5. 6pm, TheJamFactory, Historic Village, 17th Ave. Book@ www. theincubator.co.nz. Ph 07 571 3232.

Wednesday 21 July

Multicultural Tauranga has a free coffee and chat morning for migrants and newcomers every Weds at 10:30am.

Historic Village, Complex 1, Tauranga 07 5716 419 Papamoa Garden Circle Meets 2nd Wednesday of month, 1pm. Surfbreaker Room, Papamoa Sport & Recreation Ctr, Gordon Spratt Reserve. Visitors welcome. Ph Marilyn 542 0762 Pickleball Waihi Beach Community Centre. 1st and 3rd Weds of every month. All equipment provided. Wear court shoes. $3ea (gold coins only).

8:30-10am. Ph Phil 021 624 908 Pickleball The latest craze.

10am-12pm Baypark, 81 Truman Lane Mt Maunganui. $5.

Paddles and balls provided.

Bob 027 478 6282 or Viv 021 162 3342 to confirm venue.

Scottish Country Dancing Mount Senior Citizens Hall, 345 Maunganui Road. 7 pm General Dancing $3. Ph Mary 574 8687 or Lynne 021 140 7912 Tauranga Embroiderers Guild Meets every Wednesday at Tauranga Rowing Club, Devonport Road 10am-2:30pm and 7-9pm. Beginners very welcome.

Contact Carol Roband 027 348 5875 / 466 0075 taurangaembroiderersguild@ gmail.com

10 Pin Bowling Bay Prime Timers,

1pm at 10 Pin Tauranga, 135 13th Ave. Play for fun, but keep the score, very occasionally competitive. Ph Les 027 605 8947 500 Cards Club Join our friendly 500 club 1pm St Thomas More Church, 17 Gloucester Rd Mt Maunganui. $3.

Prizes and refreshments. Barbara 572 4962 or Bob 027 478 6282

Active Seniors Exercise Class

Strength and Balance Class for over 60’s. Matua Hall, Levers Road.

Wednesdays 9:30 start. Info: Ph Diana 021 047 6155. $5.

Adult’s Ballet/ Plus classes 12.30pm St Peters Anglican Church Beach Rd Katikati. No dance experience required. A bit of Ballet: A bit of Jazz: A bit of Drama: Lots of Fun Ph 07 577 1753 or 027 274 8753 gayehemsley@gmail.com Age Concern Walking Group Meet at 10am Greerton Rugby Field Alcoholics Anonymous Open meeting 1st & 3rd Wednesday of the month, Tauranga Central Baptist Church. 640 Cameron Rd. All welcome Ph 0800 229 6757 Arabian Spice Belly Dance Learn the right moves of Oriental dance. No partner required. St Columba Church Hall,502 Otumoetai Rd, 6.30pm Ph 021 124 5982 or 022 618 6938 arabianspicebd@gmail.com Bible Study Join us @ City Church 252 Otumoetai Rd, Studying the Book of John.

Wednesday @ 6.45pm. Call Julie 021 106 4890 Cards Cribbage 12:45 at RSA Greerton. Friendly club. New members very welcome. Ph Jill 021 160 6143 Fernland Spa Gentle ExerciseGentle exercise in warm mineral water. Suitable for joint replacements, arthritics & recovery from accident or illness. Good for strength, coordination & balance.

Jennifer 571 1411

Healing Room’s New Venue

Experience God’s healing touch, whether physical, emotional, spiritual.

Central Baptist Lounge. 640 Cameron Rd. 1-3pm. All welcome. No charge. www.healingrooms.co.nz 021 213 8875 Indoor Bowls 50s+ Everyone welcome. All equipment supplied. Afternoon tea provided Mount Senior Citizens Hall, Maunganui Road.

Ph Cyril 022 639 2585 Justice of the Peace CourthouseMcLean Street 10am-1pm. Papamoa Library 10am-12pm. Welcome Bay Community Centre 1-3pm. Te Puna School Library 6.30-7.30pm.

Katikati Bowling Club 8 Park Road.

Mixed Roll-ups 12:45-3pm

KOYF Greenwood Park Welcome Bay

Senior exercises with focus on balance & strength, both seated & standing.

Fun welcoming group & instructor.

Suits all abilities Ph Jaime 022 340 6219 for more info Marching For Leisure A non-competitive activity for mature ladies. Fun, fitness & friendship. For Tauranga team’s practice and contact details phone Kath Jeffs 027 480 1340

Mt RSA Crafty Friends

We meet every Wednesday at 9am for a friendly chat and crafts. You will need to be member of Mt Maunganui RSA to participate.

Neighbourhood Watch

Gnomes, neighbours and mayhem. A great comedy for a good nights entertainment at 16th Ave Theatre. Shows from July 10th-24th (Wed-Sun)Book @ iTicket.

Newcomers Coffee Morning

Tauranga MidWeek Tramping Group

Hot Springs Rd. Absail Rock or Tuahu Junction. Grade moderate. Carolyn 021 253 5175 Tennis Gate Pa Wednesday club night 6pm-7:30pm newbys welcome - $10 to play plus get dinner. Relaxed, fun & good night out. Just front up on the night.

Trees In McLaren Falls BOP Tree Society meets to plant, locate & set GPS locations & correct names of trees.

Ph Chris 027 918 0589

Thursday 22 July

500 Cards 50s+ Join us for an

afternoon of fun play. Citizens Hall, 345 Maunganui Rd. Afternoon tea & prizes. Ph Margaret 027 656 848 500 Cards Papamoa Exercise your brain and socialise at our 500 club. 1pm Gordon Spratt Reserve, Parton Rd. $4.

Prizes and afternoon tea. Wendy 021 254 4621 or Bob 027 478 6282 Adoption Group Missing people, adoption group meeting at Life Zone Church, 7 Oak Lane, Judea. Upstairs 7pm. All Adoptees welcome.

Ian 021 262 5032 Abortion Recovery Confidential private course, Living In Colour, with two post abortive facilitators. For more info please ph Barbara 027 578 745 Bible Study Join us @ City Church 252 Otumoetai Rd, Studying the Book of John, Thursdays @ 10am. Call Gay 021 225 5981 Bay City Rockers Social Rock’n’Roll Dancing, plus other popular dances.

Senior Citizens Hall, Norris St. 7-9:30pm. $3 entry includes supper.

Ph Gavin 027 643 6222 Bayfair Craft Group Arataki Community Centre, All crafts welcome. 9am-2pm. $7, bring lunch.

Morning Tea provided. Contact Sandy 0210 836 7671

Flexercise With Fitness LeagueExercise, movement, dance

focusing on posture, balance, stretching, strengthening & flexibility.

All ages & abilities, 10am Central Baptist Church hall, 13th Ave. Pam 021 117 7170 Friends of the Library Greerton Library Meeting Room 10am for morning tea, a good catch up and what we’ve been reading, watching or listening to. Enquiries Pam 571 2566 Justice of the Peace Courthouse McLean Street 1-3pm. Omokoroa Library Western Avenue 10am-12pm. Te Puke Anglican Church 10:30am-12:30pm Multicultural Centre Historic Village 11:30am.-1:30pm Katikati Bowling Club 8 Park Rd Rummikub 1-4pm, $3 entry.

Katikati Concert Band 7pm, Katikati Bowling Club, Park Road. A community band open to all wind and percussion players.

Contact Mick Goodall 021 217 1780

Keynotes Women’s Barbershop ChorusIs

Barbershop singing for you?

Come & find out. 7pm Wesley Hall, 100 13th Ave. New singers welcome. Ph Bernice 576 4848 Facebook Keynotes Inc. KOYF St Enochs The Avenues Senior exercises with focus on balance & strength, both seated & standing. Fun welcoming group & instructor. Suits all abilities Ph Jaime 022 340 6219 for more info Kickstart Toastmasters The place to improve your speaking & leadership skills in a safe, fun & supportive club environment.

Ph Stan 022 390 2216 Mainly Music 9:30am, Ark House (Holy Trinity), 20 Third Ave. Music, rhyme, movement, & dance for preschoolers & carers. Morning tea 10am. Term-Time only. $4 family group.

Mount Art Group 9am-12pm St Peters Church Hall, Victoria St, Mt Maunganui.

Small friendly group, catering for all levels and mediums. new members welcome ph Trish 576 9580 Mt RSA Ballroom Dancing Every Thursday at 10am. Ballroom and Rock n Roll. You need to be a member of the Mt Maunganui RSA to participate

Mt RSA Walking Club

We meet Tuesday’s and Thursday’s at 9:30am for a one hour walk. You will need to join the Mt RSA to participate.

Porcelain and China Painting Come and check out this enjoyable and easily learnt art form. Starter materials available. Elizabeth St. Tauranga. Ph/txt Julie 027 484 0101 Sunshine Sequence Dance Group Come and enjoy dancing with a friendly group. All dancers tuition/revision/dancing 7-9.30pm, Baptist Church Hall, 13th Ave. $4 entry includes supper. Dawn 579 3040.

Square Dancing Learner Classes

Want to keep great balance, strength & co-ordination? Join our learners class at St Enoch’s Church Hall, 7:30pm. Ph Warwick 577 1100

Friday 23 July

Alcoholics Anonymous

Open Meeting 10am.

Tauranga Central Baptist Church, 640 Cameron Rd. All welcome. Ph 0800 229 6757 Chess Tauranga 4-6pm, Tauranga Citizens Club, 170 13th Ave. Casual chess included.

Ph Helmut 0274 147 254. Search Western BOP Chess or http:/www.westernbopchess. weebly.com/ Greerton Indoor Bowls 50s+ Everyone welcome. All equipment supplied.

Afternoon tea provided Mount Senior Citizens Hall, Maunganui Road. Ph Cyril 022 639 2585 Justice of the Peace Arataki Community Centre 10am-12pm.

Bethlehem Community Church 10am-12pm. Courthouse McLean Street 1pm-4pm.

Greerton Library 2pm-4pm. Katikati Resource Centre 10am-12pm Mount Library 11.30am- 1.30.p.m. Tauranga City Library 12- 2pm 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. Ph 0210 236 3236 for information Pickleball 9-11:45am QE2 Youth Centre, 71 Eleventh Ave. $5. Paddles, balls and morning tea provided. Bob 027 478 6282 or Sue 02 172 6304 to confirm venue

Love to get out on the water?

Share your views on the marine facilities around Tauranga to help shape how they’re used in the future.

Visit www.tauranga.govt.nz/marine to fill out our survey and go into win a $100 Prezzy Card. Survey closes Friday, 23 July 2021.

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Graham has plenty of top-quality brands and prides himself on his same-day installation policy.

He has more than 29 years’ experience in the industry and has been keeping Tauranga homes warm for more than 40 years.

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He aims to offer good, honest advice and recommends only the best brands, as suggested by the consumer guide – something Graham and the team stick to closely.

Graham, who is a New Zealand trade certified refrigeration engineer, says the person who quotes and installs is always the same person to complete the job.

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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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AC PETFOODS collect injured & unwanted cows & horses.

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ROOF REPAIRS Free quotes for all maintenance of leaking roofs, gutter cleaning & repairs.

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