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A wave of celebration The Bay of Plenty will celebrate its Indian community this coming week at Toi Ohomai Institute of Technology Windermere campus, as India rejoices over its 74th Independence Day. The annual celebration commemorates India’s independence from the United Kingdom in 1947, and is accompanied by plenty of singing, dancing and food.

“Although we are geographically far away, the presence of little India is in every Indian origin migrant home,” says Rupal Mehta, pictured. “It gives immense joy and sovereign pride to unite all Indian state communities in the Bay of Plenty, to celebrate Independence Day together.” Indian Independence was mainly achieved through non-

violence propagated by Mahatma Gandhi, and Rupal says this concept is very important in today’s context - especially for the younger generation. The celebration will include the hoisting of the Indian flag. Everyone is invited to this historic Indian community day and celebration, which will be held at 10am on Sunday, August 15. To read the full story, turn to page 9. Photo: John Borren.

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Shouldering the burden

So I’ve decided to be the next Lisa Carrington. This is mainly because I already have a kayak and really like the shoulders. Even if I don’t make the Olympics, at least I can still wander around with big shoulders and cool sunglasses. I Googled ‘Lisa Carrington shoulder workout’ and found a website called www.newmarket.co.nz which gave me a day in the life of Lisa Carrington.

Flying high

In other Olympic news this week, returning athletes have been criticised for having a party on an Air New Zealand plane. The flight got so wild that athletes were throwing face masks around and the crew threatened to close the bar, according to an anonymous whistle blower. That struck me as odd on two counts. Firstly, what sort of parties do whistle

blowers go to that they would be threatened by a flying face mask? I asked members of my family to throw face masks at me to test out the danger level and was not in the least bit threatened. They max out at about two metres and really just flutter through the air. Maybe an Olympic athlete could throw it further, but it would need to be redesigned to make it more of a spectator sport. Secondly, I didn’t realise there was a bar on international flights – I thought it was just a trolley and you’d be lucky if you could ask for two wines before they start looking at you funny.

Glass half full

On a flight from Hong Kong to Auckland a couple of years ago, Mrs Hutch and I struck the jackpot by getting an entire middle row to ourselves. After three weeks of being together all the time, we naturally sat at opposite ends and ordered a glass of wine each from the crew member in our respective aisles. She got a big glass of wine and I only got a half full one. This happened twice in a row, but when I mentioned it, I got nothing but a knowing smile. If I had a face mask I would have tossed it. The Kiwis’ exuberant return flight was predictably overshadowed by the Australian athletes on another flight who took partying to a whole new level again. But a silver medal is okay in that discipline. My favourite moment of the games has got to be the Black Ferns in the rugby sevens tournament – class, grit, determination and the best post-match interviews ever from Ruby Tui. Thanks for the memories. daniel@thesun.co.nz

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Matahui School Principal Mary Woods with students Asha, Gursharanpreet, Artie, Ella, Charlotte, Alice, Hunter, Paul and Macy.

Funds raised to save school A group of parents and alumni have thrown a struggling Western Bay of Plenty school a lifeline by raising funds that will allow it to stay open while a more permanent plan is put in place.

Matahui School, in Aongatete, faced the prospect of closure earlier this year after low enrollment numbers had a negative impact on its finances. During term two, the independent primary school revealed that it was struggling to maintain financial viability following the knock-on effects of Covid-19, and would have to close at the end of term three unless urgent assistance could be found. Following this announcement, members of a working group reached out to the schools’ community – including parents, grandparents and alumni – to help raise funds in an attempt to cover the immediate shortfall. The parent and alumni group are now working on a plan to release funds for a long-term solution. Principal Mary Woods says Matahui School’s strong sense of community has been clearly demonstrated by the response to this crisis from parents past and present. “It’s nothing short of amazing,” she says. “We are so humbled by the response from our community

and cannot thank all those who have contributed enough – be it financially, with their time, or through their kind words. “Common themes in some of the responses from parents and alumni is that Matahui has greatly contributed to the success of their children; how Matahui not only provides a more formal education but also teaches children empathy, social responsibility and kindness. “Also how the school provides an alternative approach for families whose children might struggle in the current educational environment. “The money raised will provide students with stability until the end of term four, enabling them to continue learning in an environment where they feel safe.” Matahui School, south of Katikati, is a notfor-profit organisation, with all fees received contributing to running and operations costs. The school was started 32 years ago. Since then, Principal Woods says they are proud to have ex-students who have gone on to become Olympians, as well as head students at college. “We place a strong emphasis on education outside the classroom,” she says, “which helps to develop problem solving and leadership skills. “Matahui is a place where children’s cultural, emotional and individual strengths are valued.”

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Police have named the man who died following a crash in Pukehina last week. Lawrence Bennett, 40, died after a single-vehicle crash on Pukehina Beach Road on Friday, July 30. Three other people from the vehicle were transported to hospital with moderate injuries. “Police extend our sympathies to his family and friends,” says a police spokesperson. “The investigation into the circumstances of the crash is ongoing.”

Golden Lisa

The Bay of Plenty’s Lisa Carrington has made Olympic history, securing two gold medals within the space of an hour. The 32-year-old from Ōhope won gold in the K1 200 on Tuesday, crossing the finish line in 38 seconds. She then turned around and secured her second gold medal of the day in the K2 500m in Tokyo alongside Caitlin Regal. The Kiwi duo held off the challenge of Poland to win gold with an Olympic best time of 1:35.785. Carrington now holds four gold medals, and is the first New Zealand woman to win two gold medals at the same Olympics.

Reflecting on the kiwifruit season New Zealand Kiwifruit Growers Incorporated chief executive Colin Bond.

The Bay of Plenty kiwifruit industry registered a recordbreaking season in 2021, despite some of the biggest challenges ever faced by the sector. In the face of the Covid-19 pandemic and subsequent difficulties, the industry generated a global revenue of $3.58 billion. However, New Zealand Kiwifruit Growers Incorporated chief executive Colin Bond says the problems facing the industry are far from over. “Yes, all the kiwifruit was picked, but there was a lot of pressure on our people,” says Colin. “Such a situation is unsustainable.” It is estimated the kiwifruit industry will require 24,000 seasonal workers in 2022. “Historically, 25 per cent of those workers have been backpackers and a further 17 per cent RSEs [overseas workers from the recognised seasonal employers scheme]. “But even with a change to border settings, it’s unlikely this workforce will be available to the extent it has been in the past. “It’s this gap in workers, plus the growing volume, that has me

Burling’s Olympic silver

Tauranga’s Peter Burling and teammate Blair Tuke have claimed silver in the Olympic sailing 49er class. Great Britain won the gold medal in a photo finish, that saw Germany finish just a metre or so behind the winners on Tuesday. Tuke and Burling took home the silver medal after finishing second overall and third in the medal race. Their achievements made it three medals in three hours for the New Zealand team on Tuesday.

Four weeks of bins

Tauranga City Council is marking four weeks of the new rubbish, recycling and food scraps kerbside service. Around 53 per cent of household waste collected from kerbsides through the new service is being recycled or composted that’s about 1034 tonnes being diverted from landfill, says a statement from Tauranga City Council. From July 1-28, Tauranga City Council has collected 280 tonnes of food scraps, 459 tonnes of recycling, 295 tonnes of glass and 907 tonnes of rubbish. This equates to 1034 tonnes of waste recycled or composted, compared to 907 tonnes of rubbish sent to landfill.

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concerned about next year.” The government announced this week that RSE workers from Vanuatu, Tonga and Samoa can travel to New Zealand quarantine-free to work in the primary sectors – a move that Colin says is welcome news for NZKGI. “NZKGI continues to work with industry and government to finalise the details of the announcement,” he says. “However, it is expected that this announcement will provide growers with more certainty around labour supply. “New Zealanders remain the first priority for employment in the kiwifruit industry. The industry has and will continue to run programmes to train and attract New Zealanders to the horticultural industries.”

A picker’s perspective

The changing pressures on the industry didn’t stamp out preexisting issues faced by kiwifruit workers. Pickers still waited in orchard carparks hours after being called in at the mercy of the weather, and were sometimes sent home without pay. A first-time New Zealand kiwifruit picker, who does not wish

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Feast of award winners Bungheng Lim and Baker Bobs Bakery and Café owners Mony Rath Chhoeuy and Geemun Chao show off their award-winning pies. Photo: John Borren.

Buttery flaky pastry and beef surrounded in rich gravy topped with cheese. The steak and cheese pie is fundamentally Kiwi, and Tauranga is home to some serious award winners. At this year’s pie awards, two Tauranga bakeries won three awards each for their pies. Greerton’s Baker Bobs Bakery and Café have won two silvers and a bronze at the 24th Bakels NZ Supreme Pie Awards. Patrick Lam of Patrick’s Pies Goldstar Bakery has also won two silvers and a highly commended nod. Baker Bobs owners Mony Rath Chhoeuy and Geemun Chao are proud of their efforts, despite not winning gold as they have in previous years. The husband and wife team have four gold medals to their name. They won silver for their steak, mushroom and cheese pie and a bronze for steak and cheese.

It is the first year they have won a silver for their vegetarian pie. The secret was adding cranberry sauce and camembert to the spinach, pumpkin and kumara pie. “We feel extremely happy, we weren’t expecting a silver,” says Mony. Mony says part of their success is because of their focus on quality ingredients and their love of cooking. The other is their staff The couple have entered the awards every year since 2008 and have owned Baker Bobs for six years. They previously owned a bakery in Taupo. Mony and Geemun have their sights set on gold and the supreme pie award at next year’s competition. Pie legend Patrick Lam won silver for his steak and cheese and potato topped pie, but has lost his supreme pie award crown. His steak and gravy pie also received a highly commended. Auckland baker Sopheap Long became the first female to win a Bakels NZ Supreme Pie Award. Alisha Evans

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Working together for the wellbeing of all There’s a well-versed whakataukī (proverb) in Māori first expounded by King Tāwhiao and endorsed by past and present followers of the Kīngitanga that goes: ‘Me mahi tahi tātou Mo te oranga o te katoa We must work together for the wellbeing of all’

It’s a whakataukī that for me speaks volumes of the lives lived by Dr Kihi Ngatai, QSM, and his beloved wife Maria Hokimate Ngatai, QSM, who were our neighbours up on Te Haumaruru Hill here in Te Puna for the past 21 years. Koro Kihi, as he was known around these ways, sadly passed away last Sunday night at the age of 91, and the thousands from almost all of the 72 Iwi in the country who came to pay their respects is testament to the legacy left by these two bridge builders between Māori and non-Māori - for the wider wellbeing of the community. Although it seems like only yesterday since Maria passed away exactly four years ago to the day, time has stood still once again with the passing of Koro Kihi. Not only has the tallest of totara fallen from the forest floor, so too has the regal richness this couple have left as a legacy of love, laughter, loyalty and learning. Or in kiwifruit terms - Kihi and Maria were the pioneers of Māori kiwifruit farming in Tauranga Moana - the vine has been pruned back to the original graft. Koro Kihi was strong in his faith and followed in the footsteps of those who brought the teachings of Catholicism to Te Puna in the late 18th century. Together Maria and Kihi campaigned to the Hamilton bishop and local Iwi for the founding of our Aquinas Catholic College, and alongside esteemed Ngāti Ranginui Iwi leader Dr Morehu Ngatoko, the statue of Tangaroa has been placed to greet our manuhiri or visitors into the safe

Dr Kihi Ngatai passed away last Sunday night. Photos: Bob Tulloch.

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anchorage of Tauranga. In their final resting place up on Epiha Urupa in Te Puna, these two can look out across their moana to Mauao and make sure the vines of love, life, loyalty and learning they have planted will continue to grow for the wellbeing of all. We, the community of Tauranga Moana get to carry that legacy forward together, for the benefit of all. Tommy Kapai Moe mai ra e te Rangatira.

Celebrating a life of leadership and legacy Firstly, I join Ngāi Te Rangi, Ngāti Ranginui and Ngāti Pukenga in mourning the loss of Māori horticultural pioneer, Dr Kihi Ngatai OSM. Having attended his tangi myself, it was beautiful to see Māori Development Minister Willie Jackson issue a poroporoaki to his whānau on behalf of our government, acknowledging Mātua Kihi’s contribution to Māori welfare, our primary industries and his leadership for Tauranga iwi. Kihi dedicated his life to caring for the whenua, his whānau, and creating meaningful employment opportunities for our community. It is through all of these things his legacy lives on. Recently, alongside the Māori Health Authority, a Matariki public holiday and the other election promises this government is continuing to deliver

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thanks to the mandate New Zealanders gave us, there is one fact I feel is flying under the radar. That is that our law changes extending an employee’s minimum sick leave entitlement from five to 10 days a year came into effect in workplaces around Tauranga Moana from July 24. Please note, whānau become eligible for this increased entitlement at different times over the next year, in line with your work anniversary date. As a business owner myself, I am proud of this huge win for our hard-working community - especially in creating a healthier, well-rested workforce, and being fairer for working parents who often have to stretch sick leave over their needs and that of their tamariki. Together, we’re better empowering kaimahi to stay home when sick and put whānau first.

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Celebrating Indian independence The Bay of Plenty will be pulsing with colour and celebration next weekend as Tauranga’s Indian community celebrate their national holiday and culture with dances, song and food. The celebration commemorating India’s independence from the United Kingdom in 1947 is held annually in many parts of the world, accompanied by much joy and festivity. Tauranga’s Rupal Mehta says the BOP (Te Puke) Migrant Indian Women’s Group had the idea of using the annual celebration to educate young Kiwi-born Indians about their rich heritage. “It is based on non-violence, and protest through peaceful demonstration,” says Rupal. “This concept of non-violence is very important in today’s context - especially for the younger generation.” The group will wear Indian traditional dress and the celebration will have an emphasis on patriotic songs. The event, at the Windermere Campus of Toi Ohomai Institute of Technology on Sunday, August 15, will include the raising of the Indian flag, followed by

samosas, ladoo and chai tea. There will then be a series of colourful and energetic dances. Independence Day is observed throughout India, with flag-hoisting ceremonies, parades and cultural events, and is a national holiday. The Indian national anthem, Jana Gana Mana, is also sung. “This is our 74th Independence day,” says Rupal. “The Indian Independence was mainly achieved through non-violence propagated and preached by the great Mahatma Gandhi.” In India, a year-long celebration will be launched this month to commemorate 75 years of independence, with a slew of programmes and projects showcasing development, governance, technology, reform, progress and policy. The Indian independence movement from British rule is generally considered to have begun in 1857, with the Indian Mutiny, and gained traction from the 1920s with the influence of Mahatma Gandhi and his policy of peaceful resistance. The public are invited to join in on this free Bay of Plenty celebration of Independence Day. The event is being held at 10am on Sunday, August 15, at Toi Ohomai Institute of Technology. Rupal Mehta and friends wearing Indian traditional dress. Photo: John Borren

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Krystal Sims has been a Naval Reservist since 2016. Known as an Ordinary Maritime Trade Operator, or OMTO, Krystal was born in Tauranga and raised in the Coromandel. She juggles post-graduate nursing study and her commitment to the Naval Reserves alongside her role as a nurse for the Waikato DHB. After starting postgraduate studies, OMTO Sims was keen to take a more active role within HMNZS Ngapona, the Northern region Reserve Division. Joining in on an exercise with the Royal New Zealand Navy Reservists from units around the country who gathered in Auckland recently, Krystal was provided with the opportunity to understand how their role supports the Navy’s operational capability. This was the first major exercise she has been involved with. “There’s a lot to the exercise, but I really enjoyed all the different aspects,” says the 24-year-old nurse. As part of the exercise, the Reservists visited Devonport Naval Base, where they toured the Navy’s newest vessel, HMNZS Aotearoa, experienced the Seamanship Simulator and visited the Navy Museum and Marae. They also lent a helping hand to the Auckland community, planting trees at Shakespear Regional Park and carrying out a beach clean at Army Bay. Assistant Chief of Navy (Reserves), Captain Phillip O’Connell, says that Naval Reservists

provide a valued, flexible workforce of skilled professionals. “They support Navy delivery from the front line at sea and ashore to senior management,” he says. “Modern Reservists are a blended mix of personnel. Some are people who have signed up for part-time service as an adjunct to their civilian careers. “Others are ex-Regular Force personnel who have transitioned to civilian careers or are taking time out from full-time service for reasons such as whānau needs and further education.” OMTO Sims says that now she’s attached to the Tauranga unit, she has begun learning the tradecraft of Maritime Trade Operations which is solely performed by Naval Reserve personnel and is the link with the civilian maritime community. “I have also given a couple of medical briefs refreshers on basic first aid and CPR,” she says. “Everyone is so supportive of my role within the unit but also in my civilian life. Everyone wants to see everyone else achieve. “Joining the Naval Reserves is a good way to get a taste of military life and get involved with things that are totally different to the things we do in everyday life. “For example, I really enjoy the weapons training weekends that qualify us and update our skills. And as we are fitness-tested, it is also a good way to keep your fitness up.” The Royal New Zealand Navy would like to hear from anyone interested in serving while maintaining their civilian career, or thinking of leaving the NZDF to start a civilian career and wanting to maintain their service links.

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Bay teams ready to squash competition stage,” he says. “It is a Commonwealth sport already, and it would be great to see the IOC include it in the Olympics in the future. “Our nation’s number one, Paul Coll, is currently in the top five in the world and he is an inspiration to many. He deserves

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the chance to push for an Olympic medal.” The New Zealand Secondary Schools Squash tournament gets underway from 9am on Friday, August 6 and runs through until prizegiving at 2.30pm on Sunday, August 8.

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The Devoy Squash and Fitness Centre will host the New Zealand Secondary Schools Squash tournament for the very last time this weekend after three successful years. Amidst the farewell, there is hope that clubs from the region can sign off in style by claiming gold. Tauranga Boys’ College are the number oneranked male team at the competition. Head coach Leyton Watson, alongside fellow coach Damien Galvan, has been running the college’s squash programme for 20 years. Success has followed, with three national titles in a row from 2012-2014. In the two most recent editions, they had to settle for silver and the aim is to sign off hosting the event in style. “The boys are really looking forward to the opportunity to represent their college at the nationals and compete against other top squash schools in New Zealand,” says Leyton. Winning gold is not paramount, Leyton says. He praises the character squash helps to develop in his players and the massive health benefits of the physically demanding sport. However, after those recent near misses, reclaiming a national title is certainly on his mind. “It would mean a lot to the players and to the school to go one better and win gold,” he says. “It would be very pleasing. It will be another very tough competition, so the boys will need to be at their best to give themselves the opportunity to compete for the title.” The event is hosted at Devoy but, with the amount of teams travelling from all over the

country, games are also played at Mount Maunganui Squash Club and Te Puke Squash Club. “It is the biggest single squash event in New Zealand,” says Devoy Club president Michelle Oldfield. “Having more than 50 teams competing over three venues is a massive job, but it is one we enjoy doing. “It is a pretty cool event to have. We were happy to bring it back to the Bay for the local schools. “They love having it here. It is a big beast to run but it is good.” She is tipping Tauranga Boys’ College for gold, but also points out that local teams in the female category have a strong chance. “Otūmoetai College are the second seeds in the girls, and then there’s Tauranga Girls’ College as fourth seeds,” says Michelle, “so hopefully we can get some wins for the Bay.” Leyton is keen to praise the student’s parents for their help, and also has kind words to say about the Devoy Club. “They have been fantastic tournament hosts over the last two years and have put on a well organised and enjoyable tournament for the students to be a part of,” he says. “It is also excellent for the boys to have local support from their home crowd in Tauranga.” The entire nation has been swept up by Olympic fever recently. Unfortunately, despite being a Commonwealth Games event, squash is not currently an Olympic sport. Leyton hopes that might change one day soon. “I would love to see squash on the Olympic

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New Shoots Children’s Centre’s original premises in Pāpāmoa turns 10 this month, and to celebrate they’re holding a Family Fun Day. Popular speakers, circus performers, coffee and free fruit are expected to draw a large crowd to celebrate on Saturday, August 14. Dorothy Waide, known as ‘The Baby Whisperer’, is one of New Zealand’s most in-demand baby sleep consultants and will be answering parents’ questions. Dorothy has worked with hundreds of families in New Zealand and around the world, including Hollywood A-listers Michael Douglas and Catherine Zeta-Jones, and can answer a multitude of questions about babies and toddlers. Local author Rebecca Larson, of ‘Row, row, row your waka’ fame, will also be captivating

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The programme for the festival that runs from October 21-31 has been released this week, with 45 shows and events for people to enjoy. Musician Riki Gooch has been commissioned to create a soundscape, Te Manawataki o Mauao, that will provide people with an immersive experience as they walk around the maunga. The composition changes depending on where you are on Mauao - it weaves in the history of the landmark and runs through the app Sonicity. It will only be available for the duration of the festival and is a first for Tauranga. Te Manawataki o Mauao is one of the highlights for Tauranga Arts Festival artistic director Gabrielle Vincent. “It is the heart of our festival,” she says. “Riki has made it a meditative experience, so he doesn’t want to create a composition that is going to completely override the natural soundscape of Mauao.” The theme for this year’s festival is joy and togetherness, and the programme has been inspired by Tauranga’s people, landscapes and wairua, says Gabrielle. Even the city’s bus shelters are set to be transformed into works of art.

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Tears of joy are like gentle rain for the soul I’m sure, like me, you have been enjoying the Olympics which, despite everything that gets thrown at it, seem quadrennially able to make us smile and feel proud to be Kiwis. I have been deeply moved by watching the reactions of both our athletes and those closest to them. Maybe the joy of winning gold is always significant, but throughout these Covid Olympics our medallists have shown remarkable emotion. It’s been a treat to see their families’ reactions too. At every other Olympics they would have been in the stands with their anxiety, relief and tears lost to our cameras. But this week we have seen them in their homes and makeshift viewing areas cry with

sheer joy at their loved ones’ success. I can recall our greatest league coach, Graham Lowe, once saying that shedding tears of joy is a remarkable human experience that isn’t celebrated enough. He is bang on. Watching the Black Ferns cry with sheer exhaustion and joy was very moving. I found myself blinking back tears with them - I sense we all were - and Graham was right. When we blink along with the parents, friends and the athletes themselves, it really does feed your soul. Well done to all of the New Zealand Olympic team – you have bought us closer to our own shared humanity.

Last week saw the Canvas Careers Expo take place at Bay Park Arena. Canvas is a collaboration between Rotary of Tauranga and Priority One, and involves many local businesses and schools seeking to provide our youth with a wide understanding of the career and study paths available to them. Canvas was run over two days, with around 5000 students and parents attending. Highlights included the high amount of local employer engagement, the preparedness of students to consider their careers, and some quality parent, student and employer discussions – particularly on the Saturday. Employers and institutions went all out with interesting ways to engage students; the University of Waikato’s marine biology display, Toi Kai Rawa’s interactive tech zone and Fulton Hogan’s digger simulator are just a few examples. As readers of this column will have seen, it is really important for our economy to get youth into quality work pathways. This will vary for the individual based on their strengths, passions and aspirations, so we need to have a broad range of options – from becoming a lawyer or engineer to

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It’s bin a delight I wanted to take the time to highlight the positive side of the Tauranga bin system. For the past four weeks we have heard the whinging rants of people who simply just need to get outside, enjoy the sunshine and breath in the fresh air. Yes, there has been some issues with the new bin system, but overall it has been good. It works well, and people need to stop being so lazy and learn how to read. It makes me laugh when people say: “it is my right to…” Well yes, you could also jump off a cliff without a parachute if you wanted to, but some of you aren’t that dumb, right?

Anyway, I hope people learn to appreciate what they have before it is gone. Honestly, if an unemptied bin is all you have to worry about, then life must be pretty good. Put down the keyboard and go outside. Demali Wilson, Brookfield.

How right Laing Wood is about the bin issue. This council has a lot to answer for. I was talking to a police officer the other day and that is exactly what he said. I have emailed them to say that a speed camera is needed on Courtney Road. The email says that it won’t take long for it to pay for itself, and after that there will be enough money generated for the top management of the council to have ear transplants, because the ones that they were born with don’t work. Graham Holloway, Gate Pā.

With such a huge protest turnout in terrible weather, it shows that people are worried. They know they have little influence with these commissioners and just have to watch as they are billed for serious rate increases. The commissioners may say they are listening, but just ignore their ratepayers’ concerns. They waste money. Nowhere is that more relevant than at Omanawa Falls, where the commissioners have ignored the concerns of local residents and are just steamrolling ahead with a multi-million dollar proposal for a very significant upgrade which will not solve any of the problems of the past. The initial proposal, with a smaller budget, provided an acceptable solution. Now, after spending an enormous amount of money, they will give the Falls to Iwi without any consultation with the ratepayers. Omanawa Falls is an historic asset. This is an historic public site, paid for by ratepayers, and yet the commissioners will give it away without any referendum on such an important asset. The sooner we return to a true democracy the better. Margaret Murray-Benge, Bethlehem (abridged).

Council woes

Elective surgery bias It has been reported that a number of Wellington DHBs are now prioritising Māori and Pacifica on the elective surgery waiting lists. In fact, Tauranga DHB made this commitment earlier this year and other DHBs are considering a similar move... no doubt from political pressure. Dr Shane Reti, National’s Spokesperson for Māori Health, said it was important to address inequity, however decisions should be made on clinical urgency, not ethnic background. Full kudos to him for stating what I assume is the opinion of most other New Zealanders of different ethnicity. Ian Lucas, Welcome Bay.

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Thank you for the advice We wish to thank the Tauranga Rotary Clubs for their initiative in providing the Careers Event for anyone seeking careers advice. To all the contributors, you made a truly wonderful and inspiring event to help our adolescents make career choices. You have taken the process to the highest commendable level. Thank you to all concerned. The Lomas family, Pāpāmoa.

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Breastfeeding app launched this week A new, world-first breastfeeding app launches this week thanks to a collaboration between creator Amy Wray and Māori Public Health organisation Hāpai Te Hauora.

Māmā Aroha is the brainchild of Amy - a qualified midwife and lactation consultant who has been working as a health professional for more than 12 years. She comes from a family of health professionals including her mother and sisters, who are also lactation consultants. The app is the newest iteration of the ‘Breastfeeding Talk Cards’ Amy developed some 10 years ago. The cards are a well-established, breastfeeding tool, and the new resource is designed to support breastfeeding mothers and health professionals that are helping

mothers with breastfeeding, particularly when they are experiencing problems. It connects visuals and kupu Māori to provide a more visually informative resource that is easier to understand. The National SUDI (Sudden Unexplained Death in Infancy) Prevention Coordination Service, held by Hāpai Te Hauora, are fully aware of the importance of

breast milk as a medicine. “We believe this tool assists health professionals to help whānau Māori and others to successfully breast feed for longer,” says a spokesperson. “As an indigenous and distinctly Māori tool it was the right and appropriate stand for us. We see Amy as a wahine toa and wanted to support her in the continuing development of this resource.”

During her career, Amy has been a Baby Friendly Hospital Initiative coordinator and trained as a New Zealand Breastfeeding Peer Counsellor Administrator. She’s also been involved in teaching antenatal classes and various breastfeeding education workshops for a range of health providers throughout the country.

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Fashioned by choice

“Our lives are fashioned by our choices. First we make our choices then our choices make us.”

Anne Frank.

How often are you placed in a situation where you believe you have no choice? The truth is, you have made many choices that have brought you to this present point. Do you feel you are being pushed into a decision? Given more consideration, are some of those choices ones you would even contemplate now? For example, you may have children and you feel you can’t do all you

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could when you were single. However, on reflection you want to make the best choices for your family, and to make those choices you would have made when you were single would no longer work when applied to your family situation. Are you in a place where you think you have no choice? Is it possible to see the bigger picture, change that belief and take on more responsibility for your actions?

Free dental treatment Three Tauranga dental practices are taking part in the Smile NZ Free Dental Day programme.

Dental Solutions is offering appointments on Wednesday, August 11, Corson Dental on Thursday, August 12 and Pāpāmoa Family Dentist on Saturday, August 21. Launched in 2015, with the help of the Southern Cross Health Trust, this annual event provides free dental care to low income adults who desperately need treatment but can’t afford it. The nationwide initiative is organised by the New Zealand Dental Association, with dozens

The Smile NZ Free Dental Day programme is available in Tauranga this month.

of dentists volunteering their time each year. The Southern Cross Health Trust compensates dental practices for the use of their premises, equipment and dental assistants. People with a Community

Services Card who have an urgent dental problem are eligible for a 30-40 minute appointment for a single dental treatment, including fillings, restorations, extractions, fluoride applications or pain relief. They also receive oral health education and a free hygiene pack. Since the initiative began, thousands of Kiwis have received hundreds of thousands of dollars’ worth of treatment from 200 dentists. Appointments must first be booked by calling: 0800 373 376, Please do not call the dental practices directly. The CSC number must be provided when booking.

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The great grape

French food is full of butter, cream and cheese. On this information alone we could predict that the French would have some of the worst heart-health statistics. However, the French have the lowest level of coronary heart disease in Europe. But before we binge on butter and cream, scientists believe the

answer is in the red wine the French drink. Red wine is made by leaving seeds and skins with the pressed juice, allowing OPC (oligomeric proanthocyanidins) to accumulate. White grapes have similar OPC levels, but the skins and seeds are usually removed resulting in much less OPC in white wine. But here’s the problem; to get the therapeutic effects from OPC in red wine, you need to drink a lot of it over a long period, and this can lead to liver toxicity. That’s why many people choose to use OPC in supplements. The best brands use OPC extracted without chemical solvents. OPCs have many benefits due to their antioxidant and

anti-inflammatory functions. Free radical damage to cells and unwanted inflammation cause most chronic disease. Even so-called ‘wear and tear’ osteoarthritis is driven by free radical damage to cartilage maintaining cells and then unwanted inflammation. There are no international dose recommendations for OPC. I have historically used 200300mg of OPC extract as a maintenance dose, and up to 500mg for therapeutic benefits. I use a high quality, New Zealand-made extract from Sauvignon Blanc grapes. This has an excellent OPC ‘profile’ and is a powerful free radical scavenger. My preference is to use OPC as part of a comprehensive multi-antioxidant, multi-vitamin and multi-mineral. For more information, give me a call on: 0800 423 559, email: john@abundant.co.nz or visit: www.abundant.co.nz John Arts is a qualified nutritional medicine practitioner and the founder of Abundant Health.

More opportunities to give blood New Zealand Blood Service is to more than double the opportunities to donate blood in the Bay of Plenty.

Their frequency of visits to Rotorua will be boosted with the launch of an additional mobile blood drive team, that will also service the Franklin, Hawke’s Bay and Taranaki regions. The team will visit the Tawa and Rimu rooms at the Distinction Hotel, 390 Fenton Street, August 9 and August 10. They’ll also return from August 31 until September 2, with monthly visits thereafter. Rotorua currently has more than 1000 dedicated blood donors, and thank to the extra mobile blood drives, NZBS expects this number to grow. Doug Gallagher, director of Donor Services – New Zealand Blood Service, says: “We are thrilled to be adding additional mobile blood drives to these regions. “We know the need for blood and plasma are constant, and demand in New Zealand for these lifesaving products will keep growing. With the additional mobile blood drives we have the opportunity to recruit more people to join our amazing donor community.

“Across New Zealand, nearly 50 per cent of all whole blood donations are donated via a mobile blood drive. It is a safe and easy way to collect blood in many parts of the country.” The additional mobile blood drive team, which is based out of NZBS’s Hamilton Donor Centre, will be part of a service that visits key areas across the central North Island. The mobile drive will visit New Plymouth, Napier, Rotorua, and Pukekohe each on a monthly basis. Donors in these areas, both new and existing, will have more appointment options, making it easier for them to donate regularly. With more than 30,000 Kiwis needing lifesaving blood, plasma and platelets each year, every donation counts. “While we would like to visit as many towns in New Zealand as possible, the reality is there are a lot of factors to consider to make these mobile blood drives viable,” adds Doug. “We need to know that the areas we choose can support a monthly blood drive and meet daily collection requirements.” To become a donor or make a booking, visit: www.nzblood.co.nz, download the NZ Blood App, or call: 0800 448 325.

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Dumpling’s story The team at the SPCA have dozens of animals come through their doors every day. They would understand if Dumpling's condition made you gasp at first; she left the SPCA team shocked too. Dumpling first arrived at the Masterton Centre with a large protruding right eye that had ruptured. It was red, hugely swollen, and beginning to scab.

Dumpling has recovered and now lives a happy, healthy life thanks to the SPCA.

Young but loving

At a mere few weeks old, poor Dumpling had already suffered immeasurably. But despite her injury, she was very smoochy and cuddly, had a great trust in humans and lapped up affection. Dumpling was immediately transferred to the SPCA’s hospital unit and placed under the careful watch of the veterinary team. A vet assessment determined Dumpling needed eye surgery to remove her right eye, as her injuries were far beyond repair. But at such a young age and weighing a tiny 330g, Dumpling needed more time to grow and heal before she would be ready to undergo the operation. Her body was simply too small to go through such an extensive procedure. In the meantime, Dumpling was cared for by SPCA vets and vet nurses. She was syringe-fed regularly until she could eat on her own, and given daily pain relief and medication. Her eye was so sore that our team couldn’t risk administering eye medication and irritating it further.

Time for surgery

After a few weeks in SPCA care, she was strong enough to undergo the eye surgery. Removing an eye or amputating a limb is not a decision the SPCA vet team takes lightly. It is always with the animal’s best interests in mind. With Dumpling’s right eye causing severe pain

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and irreversible damage, the team knew this was the best option for Dumpling so that she could go on to live a happy and pain-free life. Dumpling’s surgery was a success, and vets managed to remove her eye without any complications. Her surgical site was healing well, and she was placed in foster care with SPCA vet nurse Grace and her partner to continue her recovery in a home environment. “Dumpling was so happy, and such a cheeky monkey,” says Grace. “She wouldn’t sit still for any photos.” Dumpling played all day and didn’t let life with limited sight slow her down.

A forever home

A few weeks later, Dumpling showed such amazing progression with her recovery that she was ready to find a forever family, and it didn’t take long to find her the perfect match. She’s now living happily ever after with her new family Jordan, who say she’s settling in well. “Dumpling is loving sitting in the sun, eating cat treats and annoying her big brother,” says a family member. “She has settled in very well, loves playing in water, and running through her cat tunnel. She is just starting to learn when it is breakfast time and has no problem working out where all of her things are. “She’s really become a part of the family.”

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Advice to avoid common pet poisonings Rats, mice, slugs and snails - none of us like them around our homes and gardens.

However, our attempts to rid ourselves of these pests can cause harm to our pets.

Using bait safely

Bait should only be placed where it cannot be accessed by non-target species. Store all poisons in sealed containers. Dogs especially will break open cardboard boxes to get to some baits. Check the bait stations daily. Remove any dead or dying vermin. If using poisons in the garden, section off these areas and keep pets away.

How do these poisons work?

Rat baits stop blood from clotting, causing animals to bleed excessively. Signs of poisoning usually take two to three days to show up. A single adult mouse can contain enough rat bait

to poison a medium-sized dog. Slug baits contain metaldehyde, and how it causes toxicity is unknown. Signs of poisoning usually take one hour to show up. A 4.5kg dog can show signs of toxicity after eating as little as 28g of a typical three per cent metaldehyde bait.

What to look for

Rat baits: If you are using rat baits, even if they are out of reach, be on the lookout for any unusual signs. Bleeding can occur into any body cavity, including the lungs, so the signs can vary greatly from general weakness and lameness, to difficulty breathing. Slug baits: The first sign of poisoning is usually vomiting. Pets may then become anxious, have a racing heart and respiratory rate, drool excessively, walk ‘drunk’ or stiff, and start to have muscle tremors. These tremors often cause a high fever that can lead to organ failure.

Can they be treated?

Yes, both poisons can be successfully treated. If you see your pet eating baits or suspect your pet has been poisoned, get to your vet

ASAP! The faster treatment can be started, the better the chance of a good outcome. Even if you don’t know that your pet has ingested a poison, always let your veterinarian know if there is any on the property. If you have any further questions please call Tauranga, Te Puna, Katikati, Papamoa Village Vets on: 0800 838 7267.

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Home management for pets with arthritis Many pets suffer from painful conditions such as arthritis. There are lots of options to help to improve their quality of life with medications and complementary therapies, but managing their home environment can make a massive difference as well. Pets often have to navigate environments that amplify their pain. It helps to think of being in their ‘paws’ and considering their needs. Be mindful of obstacles that are difficult to navigate such as stairs, platforms, heights, slippery surfaces, cat doors etc, and create strategies to minimise these such as ramps and matting that will provide good grip as they walk. Keep their nails trim, as long nails can get caught, be painful, put pressure on the nail beds and even alter your pet’s posture. If they

have furry feet, trimming excess fur may help them to get around on smooth surfaces. Provide your pet with soft and warm bedding that’s easily accessible, where they can comfortably get up and move. For pets with neck pain use a harness instead of a collar when going for walks. Raise their feeding bowl so that they don’t need to bend their necks down. Regular massage of tight muscles helps to improve their function and release tension. Ensure that exercise meets your pet’s needs. Go for the appropriate time that doesn’t over-exert them or cause pain, and aim for gentle and low impact on a surface that is comfortable and easy to move on.

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New car safety labels launched New safety rating labels launched this week aim to help car buyers make potentially lifesaving choices when purchasing their next vehicle.

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crash-test results for new vehicles and analysis of eight million realworld crashes for used imports. “Evidence from crashes shows that people are more than twice as likely to survive a crash in a five-star rated car than in a one-star car,” says Kane Patena, director of land transport at Waka Kotahi. “We want everyone to be able to choose the safest car they can afford, and these labels will help make that choice easier. “Getting more Kiwis in to safer vehicles is a key part of New Zealand’s Road to Zero strategy, which is aiming to dramatically reduce deaths and serious injuries on our roads by 2030.” The safety rating labels are designed to be printed by motor vehicle dealers and displayed on cars for sale, providing consumers with simple, accurate and reliable information about a vehicle’s safety performance when making their next purchase. The safety rating label sits alongside the Vehicle Fuel Economy Label, which is administered by EECA (Energy

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Efficiency & Conservation Authority). The VFEL must be displayed on all cars for sale by motor vehicle traders, and informs customers of the fuel efficiency and estimated yearly fuel costs of the vehicle. EECA CEO Andrew Caseley says: “Our priority is to get Kiwi drivers in fuel-efficient, low emissions vehicles in order to improve energy efficiency and tackle our transport carbon emissions. “But that can’t come at the

expense of safety, so we’re pleased to be working alongside Waka Kotahi to help make the New Zealand fleet safer and cleaner.” Now, when traders generate labels for their vehicles, they can automatically generate a safety label for display alongside the VFEL. “This makes displaying a safety label as easy as possible for traders,” Andrew says, “so customers will have all the relevant information available at a glance.”

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EV breakdown van’s first birthday

Heading up the wrong street? National’s Associate Transport spokesperson Barbara Kuriger says Waka Kotahi-NZTA is driving in the wrong direction as motorhomes and horse truck owners scramble to meet new modified cab regulations. NZTA’s LT400 ruling in April, which forces the sign-off of a specialist engineer on any cab modifications made since 2005, will cost individual vehicle owners thousands of dollars as the agency tries to apply it retrospectively.

Some cabs will need to be stripped to check components as part of the certificate of fitness process for vehicles heavier than 3.5 tonnes. This includes imported vehicles already certified in their country of origin and new vehicles modified locally. “Owners are saying they have been quoted upwards of $30,000 to do this work, and that specialist engineers are running a mile from doing it,” says Barbara. “For those that are, the wait times are months, not days or weeks.”

The AA’s EV charging van doing its job.

The AA’s first electric vehicle charging breakdown van has been on the road in Wellington for more than a year, giving EVs a boost at the roadside two-to-three times a month on average. The AA Battery Service van, which launched in late July 2020 to help curb ‘range anxiety’, is fitted with a lightweight EV charger. In 20-25 minutes, it enables enough charge to drive up to 10 kilometres so members can get home or to a nearby charging station. AA battery service general manager Mandy Mellar says the response to the van has been fantastic - prompting plans to expand the service to other areas in the near future. “Wellington AA Members who have used the service have been really impressed, and our technician gets lots of questions about the van when he attends battery-related breakdowns of internal combustion engine vehicles,” says Mandy. “A few weeks ago, when there was a wintry blast in the capital, he went to three EV break down

jobs in a row. One was for a member’s car which was showing they still had 5km so they thought they’d make it home. “He was really grateful that our technician could come to him at the roadside and give enough of a top up to get him home. “Another of the jobs was for a member who knew about the service and specifically asked for the van to come; he was really impressed.” While she’s remaining tight-lipped about details of the plans to expand the service for now, Mandy says it won’t be long before more EV owners will benefit. “We launched the service in Wellington as it is home to the highest number of EVs per capita,” she says. “After a successful trial, and with the heightened interest in EVs since the Clean Car Discount came into effect, we know more Kiwis will be looking forward to having this service available for peace-of-mind.” The AA also provides AA EV Charge Finder, a platform which collects live information from safe and monitored charge points across the country to help drivers plan their journeys.

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Tackling male stigma in early childhood education A lack of male influence in early childhood education has inspired a Wintec student to create a book about restoring mana in men. Master of Applied Innovation student Grayson Newton-Smith has first-hand experience of the stigmas attached to the profession for men. As an early childhood educator, he wants more people to understand why it’s important that males occupy this space. “The idea that we need more men in early childhood education has followed me around my entire career,”

says Grayson, who would like to see the book used as a teaching resource. His research prompted the creation of the children’s storybook that “reawakens the kind, caring and nurturing mana that men have.” Grayson has benefited from having “amazing male role models” in his life, and his Masters project looks at innovative ways to encourage more males to pursue careers in early childhood education. Grayson Newton-Smith is addressing the shortage of men in early childhood education. Photo: Supplied.

Churches Active In Our Community

A link between farming and God

“I am the door. If anyone enters by me, he will be saved, and will go in and out and find pasture.” John 10:9.

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The Rag Poets are coming! I had my first brush with cancel culture last week, and I can’t say I’m a fan. It was a result of the column I wrote a fortnight back lambasting Recorded Music New Zealand for introducing a “code of conduct” to the Aotearoa Music Awards. You can still find it on SunLive. I suspected there might be some reaction and indeed there was, both positive and negative. Great. I encourage debate. However, the first negative post I saw not only vehemently disagreed with my perspective – fair enough too – but also went on to say: “I think The Weekend Sun should take this article down.” Really? Either I'm too sensitive (or else I’m getting soft), but isn’t wanting opinions you disagree with removed a little, er, cancelly? Kinda cuts short that hoped-for debate. I assume the writer wasn’t familiar with this column since they referred to is as an “article”, so in case it pops up in the future, let me remind y’all that this is an opinion piece. Much as I admire fellow journalists at The Sun and their noble profession, I cannot claim to be one of them. I do have a crack at making sure all information in the column is factual but, beyond that, as The Dude said in The Big Lebowski, it’s just, like, my opinion man.

It’s a real mix, an unpredictable combination of tribute acts, blues bands, occasional jazz, and a bunch of Kiwi legends from yesteryear; it has remained popular month upon month. There was perhaps a tiny bit of confusion last week over the date for this month’s bash, so I’m happy to help clear things up since I have an old friend in the band winging its way to Tauranga from the nation’s capital, The Rag Poets.

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Actually, the Rag Poet I count as a mate is one of the lesser-known of the quintet. He is Alan Norman, keyboard player, guitar player, drummer and singer. That’s a lot, but primarily Al plays keyboards, usually piano or piano accordion. He has been in two of my all-time favourite Kiwi bands, The Warratahs and The Windy City Strugglers. That’s pretty much New Zealand’s leading country and blues outfits right there. Al has played with the Warratahs on and off over 20 years and he’s been in demand on Wellington’s blues scene for even longer, playing in various Smokeshop line-ups with bluesman Darren Watson and backing Laura Collins in the Back Porch Band. He has been a frequent visitor to Tauranga, also touring with local band Kokomo. Al played me some early demos of The Rag Poets some years back and frequently waxes lyrical about the joys of being in a band with singer Carl Opinions Evensen. Carl was the voice of The Fourmyula and Here’s another opinion. Go get vaccinated. I’m behind NZ’s favourite song, Nature. He’s a great booked in (and, yes, of course I’m too young – but singer; just hearing him rebuilds memories. He and I have a health condition). Frankly I take my hat bass player Clint Brown - another Warratah - also off to the good folk at the DHB who have had to formed Rocking Horse in the 1970s. create a system to carry out the largest vaccination Another Wellington legend is on drums, the great programme in New Zealand history while continuing Vic Singe, who counts in his credits The Warratahs, their regular essential activities. A lot of these people are under great stress, so maybe we should give them a bit of a break – it really is a mammoth task.

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The Entertainer’s Club, which has a concert this Sunday, August 8, at the Citz Club, has some very interesting music.

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Time to shine in the community

Have you got a creative idea bubbling away that could benefit the community? Then now’s the time to set it in motion.

participation as well as engaging new migrant communities,” says Annie. The other is projects that support access and participation, which includes things like workshops, exhibitions and festivals. Applications for the current round Applications are open to individuals, of the Creative Communities Scheme groups or organisations. Grants range in open on August 9, and Creative Bay size but are typically about $2000 and of Plenty funding applications must be received before advisor Annie Hill midday on Thursday, September 2. says the funding Projects could give people a must be much needed boost. completed “The purpose of within 12 the fund is to support months of grassroots creativity in funding being our communities, so it’s granted, and really for those who are applicants can’t have at the beginning of their started or finished creative journey.” their project before Annie says projects the funding is approved. must have both creative and “We’re looking for people community engagement across all different types of art,” components, and there are says Annie. three areas that are favourable “It’s about having an art focus for applications. and a community focus. One is projects that “Both of those elements encourage young people to of an application are take part, either through A performer at Te Puke World Fest 2020. important.” young people applying for For more information and to apply, funding themselves or those with projects that visit: www.creativebop.org.nz/support/creativeengage people under 18 years old. communities-scheme or get in touch with Annie Another area is projects that encourage diversity. via: annie@creativebop.org.nz “That’s specifically for Māori and Pasifika

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Funding Presentation Wednesday 18 August, 2pm - 3pm The Kollective, 17th Avenue, Tauranga Register for the presentation by emailing annie@creativebop.org.nz

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Early bird deadline looms Time is running out if you want to take advantage of early bird prices for two Tauranga Arts Festival shows.

The discount offer for documentary theatre piece The Haka Party Incident, and a concert from folk-inspired Troy Kingi, ends on Thursday, August 12. The Haka Party Incident recounts the events of May 1, 1979, when activist group He Taua confronted a group of Auckland University engineering students as they rehearsed an annual mock haka - a long-held tradition of the department. The incident is widely acknowledged as a reset of race relations in New Zealand. The Haka Party Incident will

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be performed on Friday, October 29, at 8pm at Baycourt Community and Art Centre. A talk will be held post-show, with all welcome. Rotorua-born musician Troy Kingi will perform his latest album, Black Sea Golden Ladder, with collaborator Delaney Davidson on Saturday, October 23, at 7pm in the Carrus Crystal Palace on the Baycourt lawn. Tickets can be purchased via: www.ticketek.co.nz or from the Baycourt box office. Check out the full 2021 programme at: Members of The www.taurangafestival.co.nz Haka Party Early bird prices to Incident cast. most other shows end on September 5.

Pick of the bunch

If you fancy yourself as a green thumb or simply enjoy flowers, then head along to the New Zealand National Camellia Show. The show, on Saturday, August 14, will see around 800 flowers displayed at Tauranga’s Hotel Armitage and Conference Centre. New Zealand Camellia Society president Derek Beard says the best camellias from the country’s best growers will be on show. He says the three main varieties on display will be japonicas, hybrids and reticulates, and will include miniature camellias through to larger, almost 20cm varieties. “There will be a multitude of colours, from white to pink, red, dark red and some purple,” says Derek. There is also a novice section that

anyone can enter, with help available on the day for entrants. “You don’t have to be a member of the New Zealand Camellia Show,” adds Derek. “Just bring along your blooms.” Growers can enter individual blooms or in groups of three, six or 12 that are either the same or different varieties. Entries open from 5-8pm on Friday, August 13, and 7-8.30am on Saturday, August 14. Judging starts at 9am, and entry for judging is by donation. The 63rd annual show will be held in the Washington Room at Hotel Armitage, and the public can head along from 12-4.30pm on August 14. For more information visit: www.nzcamelliasociety.co.nz

Local rising stars set to compete this month Bay of Plenty Symphonia will once again present its biennial Rising Stars finals concert this month, featuring talented secondary level musicians.

judged by a panel of prestigious adjudicators led by well-known conductor and Emeritus Professor of Music, Peter Walls ONZM. Joining him, with much experience in the performing arts and music education, will be Catherine Gibson of Orchestras Central Trust, and Five finalists from around the region have been Dr Rae de Lisle MNZM, Associate Professor in selected to perform their chosen piece or concerto piano studies from the University of Auckland. movement, accompanied by the orchestra and While the judges deliberate, the 2019 Bay of conducted by Justus Rozemond. Plenty Symphonia The orchestra opens the concert Rising Stars winner, with Anton Bruckner’s appealing trombonist Leo Read, Three Pieces for Orchestra. These will perform Gaubert’s accomplished youngsters will then Morceau Symphonique. compete for the title of Rising Star The winner will be 2021: Grace Tak playing Lalo’s announced and prizes Cello Concerto in D minor, presented by MP Jan Hannah Seo (recorder) with Tinetti to conclude the Vivaldi ‘s La Notte Concerto, evening’s entertainment. Hayden Butt (clarinet) Rising Stars 2021 will in Debussy’s Première be held on August 21, Rhapsodie, Pilgyu Chang from 7pm at Baycourt. with Chopin’s Piano For tickets, phone: Concerto No. 1, and 0800 842 538, visit the Yusuke Takahashi (double Baycourt Box Office or bass) in Capuzzi’s Concerto in purchase online at: Hayden Butt and Grace Tak. D. Their performances will be www.ticketek.co.nz

The Weekend Sun has one double pass to see Rising Stars on August 21 for one lucky reader who can tell us two of the accomplished youngsters who will be competing. Enter online at: www.sunlive.co.nz under the competition section. Entries must be received by Tuesday, August 10.

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Saturday 7 August

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-get-over-it Txt 0210 274 2502

Aeronautica, Tauranga’s Blue Do

Dress to impress with Steampunk Tauranga. Tickets $35 each from slurps@kinect.co.nz. Prostate Cancer Fundraiser. Live music: SHABANG 19.09.2021, from 7pm, Tauranga Yacht Club. Art in the Park Original art for sale. Weather permitting. 9am-4pm - Coronation Park, Mt Maunganui. Tauranga Society of Artists Association Croquet Sat, Mon & Weds at Club Mt Maunganui, 45 Kawaka St. 9:15 for 9:30am start. New players & visitors welcome. Ph. Jacqui 574 9232 Baycourt Pin’d Creative Showcase by Global Connexions. 6:30pm. Addison Theatre (Fashion). Tickets available from ticketek.co.nz 0800 TICKETEK Bay Singles Social Group Join a bunch of over 50’s young singles. Weekend dinners, pot-lucks, occasional outings. Have a go! Ph Delia 027 284 8762 or 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 Juliet 021 271 1433 BPC.kidsclasses@gmail.com Car Boot Sale Evans Road Community Church, Papamoa. 7:3011am. $5 Site. $5 Car wash. Free Bibles. Muffins, coffee & sausage sizzle. Info Ph Iain 027 572 2987 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 Justice of the Peace Saturday 10am-12pm The Crossing Shopping Mall Katikati Bowling Club 8 Park Rd 12:45-3pm Kids Pottery Class Kids come and make a pottery Jug 9am-12:30pm. $65 each child All materials provided. To enroll Ph 021 271 1433 BPC. kidsclasses@gmail.com FCFS

Leisure Marching Display Day Come and watch

24 Tauranga and visiting marching teams present their displays - QE Youth Centre, 11th Ave. 10am-2:30pm Otumoetai Tennis Club Adult tennis. Start 1:30pm. Bellevue Park Windsor Road (adjacent to swimming pool). New players and 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.. 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 The Sociables Males and females in the 30s/40s/50s 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 8 August

Croquet Sun, Tues, & Fri at

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

Enjoy Travel, Being Hosted?

Friendship Force travel, hosting in NZ and world-wide. Visiting Northland November 2021, Australia & Winnipeg, Canada 2022. Meet monthly. Ph Dianne 027 249 9859 Jonathan 572 2091 Baycourt DanceNZMade Interschool Regionals 2021. 5pm. Addison Theatre (Dance). Tickets available from ticketek. co.nz 0800 TICKETEK 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. Falun Dafa Exercises 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

Every Sun 9-1pm rain or shine! Te Papa o Nga Manu Porotakataka (Phoenix Park). www.mountmainstreet.nz Golf Croquet Sun, Tues & Thurs at Club Mt Maunganui, 45 Kawaka St. Tues, Thurs, Sun; 9:15 for 9:30am start. New players & visitors welcome. Ph Nev 575 5121 Miniatures Club Tauranga Meetings held 2nd Sun of the month. [Feb-Nov] at Arts and Crafts Centre 177 Elizabeth Street Tauranga. “Making it Small” Ph Jan 07 542 0998 Papamoa Lions Club Market 2nd & 4th Sun at Gordon Spratt Reserve, Parton Rd, Papamoa. Gates open 7am for stall holder entry. Wayne 027 974 5699 Quakers Share your spiritual journey with group of friendly people. Tea, coffee, thoughtful conversation, silence and companionship. 10am-12pm. cnr Cameron and Elizabeth. Ph 543 3101

Quarry Plant Sale Te Puna Quarry

Park 10am-1pm Plants, garden ideas and equipment. Please bring cash for stalls Radio Controlled Model Yachts Sun & Thurs 1-3:30pm. Pond behind 22 Montego Dr, Papamoa, sailing “Electron” radio controlled yachts for fun. Adult beginners welcome. Graham 572 5419

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

Monday 9 August

500 Cards Te Puke Mon nights Te

Puke Bridge Club, 4 Queen St Te Puke. 7pm. New members welcome. $4. Ph Lou 07 573 8184 or Mike 027 495 5284

Adult Social Ballroom/Latin Dance

Free Introductory Beginner Dance Lesson 30th August 7:30pm at Club Mt. Maunganui www.udance2.co.nz. Partner not necessary Just come along. Dean Smith Ph 021 230 3187 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 Badminton 9:15-11:45am Tues& Thurs QE2 Youth Centre, 71 Eleventh Ave, Tauranga. Visitors $6. Some racquets available. Morning tea. Melissa 027 307 6800 or Bob 02 747 86282.

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 DanceNZMade Interschool Regionals 2021. 6pm. Addison Theatre (Dance). Tickets available from ticketek.co.nz 0800 TICKETEK Bethlehem Indoor Bowls Meets in Bethlehem Hall every Mon night. Names in by 7:15, 7:30pm start. 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. 1st class free. 9:15am Mon & Fri at Greerton Hall, Cameron Rd. Ph Dianne 027 431 4326 Cherrywood Probus Meet 2nd Mon of the month @ Tauranga Citizens Club 13th Ave 10am Come along for fun, fellowship & friendship. Visitors welcome. Ph Pam 578 3757 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

Citizens Advice Bureau Tauranga Free confidential impartial information & advice. Don’t know? Ask Us! Ph or visit us at 38 Hamilton Street Mon-Fri 9am4pm 07 578 1592 or 0800 367 222 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 Greerton Garden Club meets 2nd Mon each month at St. James Church Hall, Pooles Road, Greerton. Visitors welcome.Ph 563 8855 Indoor Bowls St. Mary’s Church Hall. Crnr Girven Road/Marlin Street, Bayfair. Register by 12:20pm. New members welcome. 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 11am-12, 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 Mon at 10am Mount Bible Chapel All welcome just come along Ph Lynda 029 230 0162 Men4Change Men’s Support Group

Supporting men who are feeling low, anxious, depressed, experiencing relationship breakdown & loneliness. Every 2nd Mon 7-9pm (tonight). 1235 Cameron Rd. Info: men4change.org or support@men4change.org Monday Matinee Enjoy a movie in the boutique Junction Theatre, 36 Main Rd, Katikati. Screening 1:30pm. Tickets $10/7.50 (Gold card). Ph 07 549 1658 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. Taoist Tai Chi Arts Cultivating Balance, New beginning classes, MonSat , Tauranga, Te Puke, Papamoa, Mt Maunganui, Katikati. www. taoisttaichi.org for schedule. Margie Ph 02 150 0320

Tauranga City Brass Band

Meets 7-9pm at 10 Yatton Street, Greerton. New players very welcome. Jeremy 021 132 3341 Tauranga Civic Choir We meet at Wesley Methodist Church, 100 13th Ave, Tauranga on Mon at 7:30pm. All voices welcome, especially tenors and basses. Ph Julia 575 0538

Tauranga Creative Fibre Every Mon

9:30am and 2nd & 4th Thurs 6:30pm. Join us learning new skills, knitting, crochet, spinning, weaving,dyeing & felting 177 Elizabeth Street Tauranga. Ph Cathy 07 570 2191 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

Tuesday 10 August

Alcoholics Anonymous Open meeting 7.30pm. St Peters Anglican Church. 11 Victoria Rd, Mt Maunganui. Ph 0800 229 6757 Altrusa Int’l of Tauranga A community service organisation who meets every 2nd Tues to organise projects and have fun and fellowship. Ph/txt President Sandra 027 483 8454 www. altrusa.org.nz Conversation Cafe Dee St Friends in the making at Pressie Church Hall cnr Macville Rd and Dee St, 10-11:45am all ages welcome. $5. Ph 021 127 4277 Fitness Fun & Coffee 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 Inachord Singers Women’s group meet Tuesday 7pm at Bethlehem Community Church 183 Moffatt Rd. Join us for friendship and fun whilst learning to sing. Musical Director Andrew Braid Israeli Dancing Beginners class 6:307:30pm. Gate Pa Primary School Hall, Cameron Rd. Circle & line dances. No partners required, all ages welcome! Ph Maria 022 165 2114 Justice of the Peace Courthouse McLean Street 10am-12pm Mt Maunganui Library 11am-1pm. Greerton Library 2-4pm. St Columbia Presbyterian Church 10am-12pm Keep On Your Feet Katikati 10:3011:30am, Catholic Church Hall, 89 Beach Rd. Strength & balance classes for older adults. All levels of fitness welcome. Ph Sharnie 021 111 8617 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 5750162 Mount Runners & Walkers Join us to run or walk! Meet Tues & Fri 9:25am May St Scout Hall. For adults of diverse fitness levels and abilities. mtrunnersandwalkers.co.nz for more details Mt RSA Cards We meet every Tues at 12:45pm for a game of 500. You will need to be member of Mt RSA to participate

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THE WEEKEND SUN Mt RSA Walking Club

Active Seniors Exercise Class

Olympic Style Target Shooting

Adult’s Ballet/ Plus classes

We meet Tues & Thurs at 9:30am for a one hour walk. You will need to join the Mt RSA to participate

7pm at the Tauranga Target Rifle Range at 165 Elizabeth Street. All gear and coaching provided to help you progress from beginner to graded competitor Otumoetai Tennis Club Adult tennis. Start time 9am Tues & Thurs. Bellevue Park, Windsor Rd (adjacent to swimming pool). New players and 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 Play 500 Cards All ages. Prizes, tea & coffee provided. Tuesdays & Thursdays 12:30pm. 342 Maunganui Rd 12:30pm. Ph Margaret 575 7482 or 027 658 6848. Parking at rear of hall.

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. New members welcome. 7.15pm start. Coaching available. 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 Model Railway Club

Meets every Tuesday morning 930am-12pm & every Thursday night 7:309:30pm. Club rooms upstairs cnr of Mirrielees and Cross Roads. Ph Mike Oldfield 02 193 9233

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 Yoga For All Welcome Bay Community Centre, 6:00-7:30pm. Traditional, relaxing Yoga class. Beginners welcome. $12 for one or $90 for nine classes. Bring a mat. Info: Bhajan 07-9297484

Wednesday 11 August

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

Strength and Balance Class for over 60’s. Matua Hall, Levers Road. Wednesdays 9:30 start. Info: Ph Diana 021 047 6155. $5. 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 New World, Brookfield Aglow Mt Maunganui Tonight, our National President, Jeanette Ward. Receive from our heavenly Father and experience anointed ministry. 7pm, Mt Baptist Church, 66 Ranch Rd, Mt Maunganui. Sharron, 027 354 1060 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 Baycourt Takitimu presented by Te Wharekura o Mauao. 7pm. Addison Theatre (Theatre). Tickets available from ticketek.co.nz 0800 TICKETEK, Wed, Thurs & Fri (11th-13th) Bible Study Join us @ City Church 252 0tumoetai Rd, Studying the Book of John. Wednesday @ 6.45pm. Call Julie 021 106 4890 Bromeliad Club Meeting 12:302:30pm Yacht Club, Sulphur Point. Roger Allen discusses plants to avoid planting in your garden and other horticultural wisdom. Monthly plant: neoregelias. Good sales table. Visitors welcome Cards Cribbage 12:45 at RSA Greerton. Friendly club. New members very welcome. Ph Jill 021 160 6143 Chatting In Spanish Chat & mingle in Spanish. First Wednesday in Tauranga CBD 4:30-6:30pm. Email CharlarTauranga@gmail.com Diabetes New Zealand Drop in every Thurs 10am-12noon (no appointment needed) for info, education, and support for anyone living with diabetes and their families. 177a Fraser Street, Tauranga. 07 571 3422

Fernland Spa Gentle Exercise

Gentle exercise in warm mineral water. Suitable for joint replacements, arthritics & recovery from accident or injury. Good for strength, coordination & balance. Jennifer 027 206 0776

Healing Room’s New Venue

Experience God’s healing touch, whether physical, emotional, spiritual. Central Baptist Lounge. 640 Cameron Rd. 1-3pm. All welcome. Free. www. healingrooms.co.nz 021 213 8875 Indoor Bowls All ages welcome. Weds & Fri 12:45pm. Equipment, coffee & tea provided. Mt Senior Citizens Hall, 342 Maunganui Road. Ph Cyril 022 639 2585 Indoor Bowls Gate Pa Box drawn 9 bowls triples 7:30pm Names in book (Pratt Trophy) 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.

Kaimai Ramblers Tramping Group

Rotorua Redwood Forest: Around the Yellow and Purple track circuits. Grade Easy/Mod. Kevin 021 0200 6306 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 Marching For Leisure A noncompetitive activity for mature ladies. Fun, fitness & friendship. For

Tauranga team’s practice and contact details phone Kath Jeffs 027 480 1340 Morris Dancing Group at The Jam Factory every Wednesday. Dance, music, social fun. Koha from $5. 6pm, TheJamFactory, Historic Village, 17th Ave. Book @ www.theincubator. co.nz. Ph 07 571 3232 Mt RSA Crafty Friends We meet every Weds at 9am for a friendly chat and crafts. You will need to be member of Mt Maunganui RSA to participate.

Newcomers Coffee Morning

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 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. 7pm General Dancing $3. Ph Mary 574 8687 or Lynne 021 140 7912

Tauranga Embroiderers Guild

Meets every Weds 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 Tauranga Floral Art Beginners class, workshop, competition, and morning tea. Baptist Church Tauranga 9:30 am. Ph Sue 07 552 6681 Tennis Gate Pa Wednesday club night 6-7:30pm newbys welcome $10 to play plus get dinner. Relaxed, fun & good night out. Just front up on the night.

Papamoa Beach Women’s Institute Meets every 3rd Tuesday 11am-1:30pm at Papamoa Sports Complex

Thursday 12 August 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 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. Ph Sandy 0210 836 7671

Coffee & Conversation Greerton Missing having

someone to chat with? Come and join us at Greerton Senior Citz Hall, 33 Maitland St 10:30am. Register interest at AgeConcern 578 2631

Flexercise With Fitness League

Exercise, movement, dance focusing on posture, balance, stretching, strengthening & flexibility. All ages & abilities, 10am Central Baptist Church hall, 13th Ave. Pam 021 117 7170 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. Ph Mick Goodall 021 217 1780

Keynotes Women’s Barbershop Chorus

Do you love singing and fun? Come join us at 7pm, Wesley Hall, 100 13th Ave. New singers very welcome, age no barrier. Ph Bernice 576 4848 Facebook Keynotes Inc Kickstart Toastmasters Develop your confidence and speaking skills in a safe, fun supportive club environment. Meet Basestation, 148 Durham St. 7am. Guests welcome. Ph Stan 022 390 2216 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 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 Thurs at 10am. Ballroom and Rock n Roll. You need to be a member of the Mt Maunganui 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 Quiz Night Every Thurs at The Hop House, 12 Wharf St. 7pm start. 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 13 August

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 Greerton Indoor Bowling Club Senior Citizens Hall, Maitland St, Greerton. Names in by 6:45 for. 7pm start. New members welcome. Ph Keith 577 1116 Greerton Senior Citizens A.G.M. 10am Friday 20 August. GSC Hall, 33 Maitland Street, Greerton Grey Power Papamoa Meeting 1pm at Papamoa Library & Community Centre. Guest Speaker: Todd Muller M.P. on Climate Change. All welcome. Ph Jonathan 021 151 4481 Dorothy 574 7271 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 Library Open Greerton Senior Centre has the library open every Friday, 1-3pm. Novels, jig-saw puzzles, free refreshments. 33 Maitand St. Questions Ph 07 543 0355 Papamoa Seniors Indoor Bowls Enjoy an afternoon of social bowls every Fri at Gordan Spratt Recreation Centre. Names in by noon, new members welcomed Ph Geoff. 0210 248 0293 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

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

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Friday 6 August 2021

TAURANGA HARBOUR CITY LIONS November Book Sale. Books and jigsaws wanted. No magazines or encyclopedias please. Drop off points are Harvey Norman (Cameron Rd), Wet & Forget (Chapel St), Countdown (Bethlehem Town Centre) Gilmour’s (Tauranga Crossing), and Bunnings in D.I.Y. section (Mt Maunganui, Jean Batten Dr). Ph 07 576 7105e

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control, lifestyle blocks, garden renovations; design & plant. Ph Tita 027 654 8781 or a/h 542 0120

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

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”MY COMMAND IS THIS: Love each other as I have loved you.” (John 15:12)

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

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

FOUND KITTEN & PUPPIES various places, colours and sex. Ph SPCA 07 578 0245

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

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ABLE GARDENER, experienced, efficient, knowledgeable, highly qualified. Maintenance, pruning, hedges, shrubs, roses; disease/pest

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FOUND Adult Female Black Cat & 1 Kitten. Judea Area. SPCA Ref: 519331 FOUND Adult Female Black & White Cat with litter. Paengaroa Area. SPCA Ref: 518852

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

ELECTRICIAN, 18+ years experience, NZ registered. Residential & commercial, maintenance & service, new builds, renovations. Fast, friendly service. Ph Andrew 022 354 1960 HANDYMAN, section maintenance, lawns, decks, fencing, pergolas, painting, water blasting and odd jobs. Free quotes. Ph Rossco 027 270 3313 or 021 544 5911 PAINTER/DECORATOR Interior & exterior. Quality workmanship, friendly service. Over 25 years specialising in residential and more. Quality paint at trade prices. For your best advice in all areas. Ph Shane Mount/Tauranga Decorators 07 544 6495 or 021 575 307

with a trip to Eden Gardens Tulip Festival in Auckland. They have planted over 10,000 Tulips which will be blooming at the end of this month. For A great day out with Art Exhibitions, Market Stalls & live music. Forgotten Highway – Road Rail & River Tour – Nov 28th – Dec 1st Selling fast! Call Zealandier Tours to book your seat. Ph 572 4118 NO 8 TOURS NEW ZEALAND’S Senior Travel Club Tuesday 31st August -Catered Lunch & Private Concert Day trip in Cambridge. Join us for an exclusive private concert & delicious lunch celebrating the golden age of Gatsby. All set in The Henley ,a gorgeous Country House

Hotel surrounded by 29 acres of private park-like grounds. Free Door to Door service. BOOK NOW: Ph No 8 Tours team on 579 3981 or Email admin@no8tours.co.nz or www.no8tours.co.nz, to view and book all our tours.

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

ROOF REPAIRS Free quotes for all maintenance of leaking roofs, gutter cleaning & repairs. Chimney maintenance & repairs. Registered roofer, 30yrs exp. Ph Peter 542 4291 or 027 436 7740 TREE, SHRUB and hedges trimming, topping, rubbish, palm pruning or removal, satisfaction guaranteed free quote. Ph Steve Hockly 027 498 1857

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#ZEALANDIER TOURS Aug 16 Kelly Tarlton’s Aquarium – NZ’s only colony of Sub Antarctic penguins Aug 29 Let’s welcome in Spring

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Mt Maunganui Beachside Holiday Park

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Greerton Library

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Craftables, 126 Chadwick Rd, Greerton

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Welcome Bay Four Square 4 Square The Lakes (off Caslani Lane) SuperValue Pyes Pa Patrick’s Pies Bethlehem

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