The Weekend Sun - 1 October 2021

1 October 2021, Issue 1079

Rena:

10 years on Ten years ago, the MV Rena departed from Napier on October 4, 2011, bound for Tauranga.

When the vessel ran aground on Astrolabe Reef off the Tauranga coast at 2:14am on October 5, tens of thousands of tonnes of containers and cargo came to a complete stop in half a ship’s length.

Brian Rogers, owner of Sun Media which publishes

The Weekend Sun, was one of the first on the scene.

“We broke the news to the world of the Rena running up on the reef,” says Brian. “At the time, I don’t think anybody, including ourselves, realised how big a deal it was going to be until we got there that morning.”

Plans were set in motion to rescue her crew, remove her bunker fuel and salvage the vessel with her cargo.

But just days later, by October 9, an oil slick some 5km long threatened our pristine marine environment as well as its wildlife.

Sun Media was there through every stage, and we’ve published an eight-page commemorative special to mark the anniversary, which you can find in the centre of this week’s paper. Photo: Visionmedia.

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Taking care of business The government has been getting into our business a lot lately.

John Ray who, in 1678, wrote: “Muck and money go together.”

Anyway, we are getting off point here a little bit. It’s time to focus on why For starters, they have literally been Covid-19 was found in Tauranga’s taking the piss, and not the proverbial The Weekend Sun Combined Circulation BOP Times wastewater this week and what kind of kind. I’ve delved into the murky world circulation of NZME 10,162 69,062 circulation person would be looking for it. of wastewater testing so that our freshly washed, heavily sanitised readers don’t Poop Protectorate have to get their hands dirty.

BOP Times, TheKatikati pointAdvertiser is that government agency Firstly, the term wastewaterCombined is and Te Puke Times circulation p: 07 578 0030 ESR has been isdabbling in our business probably understating it a little bit. lessvery than HALF with only 32,138there in total. e: ads@thesun.co.nz long before was any need to check For those who take composting for Covid-19. seriously, it most certainly is wasted water. For the rest of us it’s not a waste at all – it’s one of the better uses of water.

We flush away the things that we don’t want to see ever again and happy, humming robots at the other end of the pipeline turn it back into fresh water for seahorses and dolphins to play in.

However, it does raise the question; At what point does our business become everybody’s business?

The short answer is that it becomes the local council’s business as soon as it crosses Wastewater analysis has previously your property boundary. It is one of the been used in New Zealand to so-called three waters which make up a detect methamphetamine use in the sizeable chunk of what councils do on community. It was first used in the our behalf.

1960s in the United States to check the success of polio vaccine programmes.

Muck and money In most large urban areas samples are The other two waters are drinking automatically collected from pumps water and the far more mysterious every 15 minutes over 24 hours, then and the dark horse of the a litre of the good stuff is sent to family – stormwater. government agency ESR and distilled As an aside, councils may not get to down to about one teaspoon. dabble in these waters much longer Interestingly, a cat coronavirus and a because central government, it seems, mouse norovirus are added to check how is keen to take it all for itself. I’m not good the testing is. sure why it wants this, but usually when In smaller towns a grab sample is something doesn’t make sense, it pays to taken, which is basically like dipping fall back on the words of English poet

the ladle into the minestrone. This adds some context for all those juniors just starting out in their respective careers who complain about getting all the crappy jobs.

The Chief Business Inspectors are Dr Joanne Hewitt, head of ESR’s Environmental Virology Laboratory and ESR Science Leader, Dr Brent Gilpin.

They are pretty confident the Poop Protectorate will detect Covid-19 in the water when 10 or more people out of 100,000 are shedding the virus into the wastewater, but it can pop up when as little as one person is having a bad day.

Colossos is waiting

This doesn’t mean these people are necessarily running around spreading the virus – it could also be people who have recovered from the virus, left quarantine and are now free to go about their business.

It is better to be safe than sorry so, for the sake of the greater good, Tauranga and Mount Maunganui people with symptoms or those who have visited a location of interest should go and get tested to make sure it’s not their split peas in the soup.

Like most things, New Zealand is just a small fish in a big pond, but ESR is part of the fabulously named ColoSSoS or the Collaboration on Sewage Surveillance of SARS-CoV-2, which is a joint effort with Australia and the countries along the Mekong River in South-East Asia.

So it’s comforting to know, when push comes to shove, that Colossos is ready and waiting at the other end. daniel@thesun.co.nz

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Virtual marathon effort Claire Haywood and her husband Peter have been impacted by cancer more than once, so when last month’s Daffodil Day Street Appeal was cancelled due to Covid-19, the couple decided to take action.

The pair will be walking the distance of this year’s London Marathon in Tauranga this weekend, over 18,000km away from the English capital, to coincide with the actual event.

Peter is a cancer survivor, as is his mother, while his father also passed away from the disease.

Claire’s father was then diagnosed with bladder cancer earlier this year and is currently in the UK. With Covid-19 travel restrictions making a return home difficult for Claire, this is a chance for her to do something positive in response.

“Dad was diagnosed at Easter, so it’s been quite a difficult time,” says Claire.

“My sister lives in the UK and she turned 60 this year and wanted to do the London Marathon.

“She’s never done it before or anything like that, so she mentioned the virtual one so we can do it together and raise funds for cancer. She is doing it in the UK and we are doing it here.”

Whilst Claire says she has run three marathons in the past, the couple decided to walk it on this occasion, so they could be alongside each other for the duration of the 42km trek.

“If we run it we can’t be together because he goes too fast,” Claire jokes. “But if we walk, we can do it together.”

Whilst walking might seem easier, it does add considerable minutes to their effort.

“Walking it is even worse in one way,” Claire remarks. “It’s going to take forever. It will take a good eight hours, but hopefully not much longer.”

Team ‘Virtually There’, as Claire and Peter have aptly named themselves, will start the walk from their Otūmoetai home at 12pm on Sunday, October 3, before walking the Waikareao Estuary and Sulphur Point on their 17km first leg.

Fergusson Park and the Saltmarsh occupy much of the second leg before what Claire plays off as “just a 10k final leg” home.

A finish line will be set up with friends at the end to congratulate them on their day-long excursion, with the hope being to raise some much needed money to help those going through a similar battle.

“It has been a difficult time for our family, and I know we are not alone in this,” says Claire.

“Cancer impacts so many of us in New Zealand, affecting one in three people.

“As the annual Daffodil Day Street Appeal couldn’t take place this year, the Cancer Society need fundraising from other sources, so every donation we receive will help them to continue their cancer research and prevention, and provide support services for people with cancer and their whānau when they need it most.

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Covid-19: Get a test

Get tested if you’re sick: that’s the plea from local and national authorities after a positive Covid19 wastewater testing result was identified in Tauranga this week.

Director-General of Health, Dr Ashley Bloomfield, revealed on Tuesday that a sample of wastewater collected on September 23 had tested positive.

Further samples were taken in Tauranga and Mount Maunganui on Tuesday morning and sent for testing, with additional wastewater testing now taking place at Paeroa, Waihī Beach, Katikati, Matamata, Te Puke and Maketū.

Bloomfield’s message is clear to residents in the greater Tauranga and Mount Maunganui area: “Get a test if you have any symptoms at all.”

Katikati Festival

Katikati is celebrating the arts with a monthlong Festival of Arts in October – albeit on a reduced scale due to Covid alert level restrictions.

Since 2006, the New Zealand Mural Contest and Festival of Arts has been a biennial event on the town’s calendar.

This year’s event originally promised over 50 art-related events, workshops, competitions and displays, encapsulating the theme ‘Lighting up the Town’.

The line-up, along with any event changes, is online at the Katikati Festival of Arts website and Facebook Page, with many events free to attend or at very reasonable ticket prices.

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Maungatapu mums warn of ‘accident waiting to happen’ Two Maungatapu mums have voiced their concerns about children’s safety after numerous near misses at a pedestrian crossing.

The crossing is close to the shops on Maungatapu Road, and Natalie Moon and friend Kelly have seen cars failing to stop far too often.

“I’ve been halfway across the crossing on three separate occasions and had to turn back because someone was going to hit me,” says Kelly.

A large number of children use the crossing to get to school every day, and Kelly and Natalie worry that someone might be hit.

“All the kids are taught to stop and wait for the cars to stop, but some kids get distracted pretty easily,” says Kelly. “I feel like it’s only a matter of time before something happens.”

Both Kelly and Natalie say the crossing is unsafe because there are poor sight lines leading up to it, especially from the Tauranga-bound side, because of parked cars along the road.

“You can’t actually see people standing waiting to cross,” says Natalie. “It’s an

Natalie and Kelly say it’s only a matter of time before someone is hurt on the crossing.

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accident waiting to happen.”

“The lights and poles aren’t distinct enough to signal the crossing either.”

A few months ago, a person on a mobility scooter was hit while using the crossing, says Natalie. She says they weren’t hurt, but it shows how dangerous the crossing can be.

Drivers often speed along the 50km per hour road as well, increasing the risk of accidents, says Kelly.

Kelly and Natalie want to see the crossing upgraded to increase visibility, and measures put in place to help slow down drivers, such as a raised crossing or speed bumps. Better still, the pair would like to see the crossing moved to safer spot on the street.

The mums have contacted Tauranga City Council with their concerns, and have been told council is designing improvements for the crossing. So far, they are yet to see any action.

Council director of transport, Brendan Bisley, says they have previously reviewed driver visibility of the zebra crossing near the shops on Maungatapu Road, and found that the angle parks outside the shops allow adequate visibility.

Council has a minor improvements project planned for the zebra crossing near Maungatapu School in response to concerns raised by residents and the school, and say they will add a review of this crossing to the project.

“The project is in an early design stage that will be worked through with the school and residents,” says Brendan.

“Construction is likely to go ahead towards the middle of next year.

“As Maungatapu Road is a main road with a large volume of traffic and buses, we may consider raised safety platforms for crossings, but speed humps are less likely due to the buses and likely issues with noise and vibration.”

He says speed cameras could also be installed if new legislation enables them.

There have also been a number of accidents on the road – most recently on Saturday morning when a car smashed into a tree near the crossing.

Another crash saw a car roll, and there have also been number of cars hit while parked on the road. A car has also crashed through someone’s fence, says Kelly.

She would like to see police patrolling the street or a speed camera installed.

Athenree share path

Western Bay of Plenty District Council is exploring a new, shared walkway and cycleway connecting Athenree to Waihī Beach, and wants to hear what people think of the proposal.

The council is now in the early stages of planning a shared use path across the northern end of the Waiau Estuary.

The proposed path includes a 2.5 metre-wide boardwalk, some 380 metres long across the estuary from Island View, connecting to a 440metre long surfaced path to Pōhutukawa Drive.

The design will be mobility scooter and wheelchair friendly, with an elevated section over the Waiau Estuary channel to allow small boats to pass under.

Championship success

Tauranga Old Blues have completed a Bay of Plenty success story after securing this year’s WaiBOP football Championship title last weekend.

Phillip Ranger’s side went into Saturday’s clash with Te Puke United at Litt Park knowing a draw or a win would be enough to hold off the challenge of second-placed Cambridge.

The Old Blues secured the title with a 1-1 draw against their hosts, with Cambridge drawing 1-1 at home against Taupō Reserves to ensure second spot ahead of Otūmoetai’s Championship side.

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A schematic of the new Haukore Street homes.

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Hairini to get 21 new homes Plans have been revealed for the new Kāinga Ora homes in Hairini.

To reduce what will go to landfill, Kāinga Ora have been looking at opportunities to reuse and recycle materials and items from the houses, as well as the possible relocation of some of the homes, says Darren.

This is expected to happen in the coming weeks, after which demolition of the remaining homes will happen.

Last week a factsheet was shared with the wider community, and an online engagement session was held on Wednesday giving people an opportunity to talk to Kāinga Ora about the proposal and to update them on progress.

Most residents on Haukore Street welcome the new homes, but some are concerned about traffic woes increasing with more people living in the area.

Susan Bibby has lived on the street for nearly 40 years and has seen traffic in Hairini worsen.

Turning the Hairini Street slip lane onto Turret Road into a bus lane with no vehicle access has forced people to use State Highway 29, which Susan says is already congested.

She would like to see Tauranga City Council create a system for residents only to use the bus lane.

“More housing is good, but it creates more vehicles needing to use the only, already dangerous and frustrating entry and exit onto State Highway 29A,” says Susan.

Kāinga Ora is planning to lodge resource consent with Tauranga City Council in October, and subject to consents, work could start on site in early-mid 2022, with completion of the new homes expected in 2023.

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Ten 1960s houses on Haukore Street will be replaced with 21 one-and-two storey homes that will be a mix of one-to-four bedrooms.

The homes will be fully insulated, with double glazing, carpets and curtains. Each home will include an easy to maintain landscaped and fenced private section with garden area.

All homes will have off-street parking, with two spaces each for larger homes and one space each for the smaller properties.

The sites being redeveloped are 11, 22-34, 29-31, 37 and 54-58 Haukore Street.

Kāinga Ora regional director Bay of Plenty Darren Toy says they have been working with Ngai Te Ahi hapu around proposed plans for the sites.

In terms of who will live in the homes, Kāinga Ora will match homes to families on the Housing Register, he says.

“They will be their long-term homes, with priority given to those in greatest need of a home and consideration of location due to work, whānau, education and other factors,” says Darren.

“The size of most of the homes means they’ll be suitable for small and larger families.”

Over the past months Kāinga Ora have been working with whānau living in the current homes to move them to others which meet their particular needs, with all now moved apart from one.

Some of the homes have been empty for more than a year.

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Man’s best friend Dog attacks on people in Tauranga have declined for a third consecutive year.

This was the first year in which Tauranga City Council have not had to prosecute an owner for a serious dog attack, and they are lauding proactivity, education and social awareness as key reasons behind the continued trend.

Dog attacks on humans have dropped or remained the same over the past five years, according to the most recent Annual Report on Dog Control Policy and Practices.

There have been 50 instances of dogs attacking people this year, down from 60 in 2020. That figure was 63 in 2019 and 84 in 2018 and 2017.

Tauranga City Council animal services team leader Brent Lincoln believes the figures have been dropping in recent years due to a combination of factors, including a proactive compliance approach, education programmes and a growing social awareness among dog owners about their responsibilities.

“Our general approach with owners is to provide them with information on how to manage the dog to reduce risk,” says Brent.

Dogs are also prohibited from certain areas, such as children’s playgrounds, areas of ecological sensitivity and areas of intense public use. However, Brent is certain there are sufficient areas for dogs and owners to roam safely.

“Tauranga City Council has adopted a policy where we provide adequate opportunities for owners

to fulfil the exercise, recreational and socialisation needs of dogs,” he says.

“Rather than restricting dogs to limited areas such as dog parks, dogs can be exercised in most of our parks and reserves and beaches so long as they are controlled.

“Studies have shown that dogs who have adequate and frequent exercise are less likely to demonstrate negative behavioural issues.”

Complaints of rushing, barking, roaming dogs and attacks on animals have also declined this year, with no incident serious enough for council to seek prosecution.

This is despite the numbers of dogs in the area rising yet again, by 588.

“It is satisfying that there were no incidents that were serious enough to prosecute,” says Brent.

Seeing the decrease in dog attacks is a clear positive for Brent, although he makes it clear there are various protocols in place for dealing with problem owners.

“For those owners who are unwilling to follow our advice, we can then follow this up with a range of measures,” he explains.

Whilst the decline in dogrelated problems is good news, unfortunately, 469 dogs were still impounded this year. Of those, 67 were euthanised.

Council remains committed to continuing development of their adoption and rehoming programme.

Brent, however, is realistic.

“Unfortunately, it is unlikely that we will never reach a point where there are no dogs euthanised.”

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This year’s theme is Celebrate Probus - Do a Friend a Favour, which encourages members to help friends stay engaged through joining Probus.

Oceanside Probus Club president Brenda McCabe says it’s more important than ever to stay connected, because lockdowns can leave people feeling isolated.

“There are so many older people who have gone through lockdown and must feel a little lonely and shut-in,” says Brenda. “This is an opportunity to come and socialise and meet new friends.”

Oceanside Probus started in 1995 and has 55 members from Mount Maunganui and Pāpāmoa.

Six of them have been there since the beginning.

There is a monthly meeting with a guest speaker, regular coffee mornings, club lunches, ethnic dining and trips to the movies for Oceanside members. It is one of seven Probus clubs in the Western Bay of Plenty.

“When people come to Probus they hear an interesting speaker – we have some amazing speakers who are very inspiring and they enjoy the fact that they are still part of society and have social connections,” says Brenda.

She says ethnic dining outings are popular because members visit restaurants they might have never been to and try new foods.

Probus originated in the United Kingdom in the 1960s. It is now a worldwide movement in 23 countries.

Initially the clubs were formed to meet the social and intellectual needs of retired businessmen, but women’s and combined clubs soon followed.

Left: Oceanside Probus Club president Brenda McCabe (front) enjoying a club coffee morning.

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Brenda says the focus is now on being socially connected and active.

The first Probus club in the South Pacific was started in 1974 with the Probus Club of Kāpiti Coast. It was followed by the Probus Club of Hunters Hill in New South Wales, Australia in 1976.

The first women’s Probus Club in New Zealand was the Ladies Club of St Heliers that formed in 1982.

Probus has grown exponentially, with around 125,000 members across Australia and New Zealand currently.

Oceanside and many other clubs in the region are looking for new members.

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His favourite toys are tennis balls, which he loves to chase, but he also loves to carry one around in his mouth from place to place. He sits on command and is very treat motivated, so we’re sure he’ll pick up new commands easily.

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Supporting our women and girls I’m delighted to be the Minister for Women, leading work to support women and girls to thrive across New Zealand.

Unfortunately, we know they’ve been particularly affected by the Covid-19 pandemic and that’s true for women and girls around the world too.

So it was a privilege to chair APEC’s Women and the Economy Forum last weekend.

New Zealand hosted this year and it was our turn to lead the annual forum, which invited all of APEC’s 21 economies to discuss our collective goals across the region.

We met virtually (and across many times zones!) to share ideas on how to build back better for women and girls across the Asia and Pacific economic region, which is home to 2.9 billion people.

Lockdowns have a huge impact on women as they deal with a drop in working hours or job losses, step-up to spend more time caring for their families and, unfortunately, also face an increase in domestic violence.

We told the group about the $2 million Covid19 community fund our government has set up to quickly reach vulnerable women and children who aren’t getting any other government support.

I hear about so many women who look after their family first and put themselves last, regularly going without food so their children have enough to eat. This fund supports some of those vulnerable communities.

Last year, we set up a similar programme which provided funding to 155 largely volunteer organisations and supported more than 10,000 women and children, and I’m confident this year’s fund will have the same success.

We’re looking to the future too.

I’m thrilled to be leading the Women’s Employment Action Plan, which will look at how we can remove barriers and support women

into training and employment, including helping women into business and entrepreneurship and offering more work flexibility and childcare options.

New Zealand has always been forward thinking when it comes to championing the rights of women and girls and we challenge ourselves to be world leaders as we continue this legacy.

Our Covid-19 Response It’s really heartening to see the people of Tauranga following Covid-19 level two rules with mask wearing and scanning-in wherever we go. It’s been a great team effort.

We’ve stamped out Covid before and, by sticking together and sticking to the rules, we can do it again. Together, we are stronger than the virus.

Our vaccine rollout continues to be a key part of our Covid response, and vaccinations are continuing safely at all alert levels.

Everyone aged 12 and over can book theirs now at: bookmyvaccine.nz or by calling: 0800 28 29 26. If you haven’t already got your first vaccine, don’t delay, get vaccinated.

Getting vaccinated is the best way to protect yourself and your loved ones from Covid.

Police investigate suspicious car fire Police are investigating a suspicious car fire in Pāpāmoa.

Police found the vehicle burnt out on the beach earlier this week. It is believed to have been stolen.

Residents in the area reported seeing a car ablaze on Pāpāmoa Beach in the early hours of Tuesday morning.

Fire and Emergency New Zealand were

alerted to the incident at 6:48am. Police say they were made aware of a burnt-out vehicle at around 6:50am.

“The car was reported to be near the Taylor Reserve in an area known as the boat ramp,” says a police spokesperson.

“The vehicle is believed to have been stolen and the fire is being treated as suspicious.

“The investigation is ongoing.”

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The programme aims to teach children lifesaving skills and knowledge surrounding the water, in order to help children to not only survive, but thrive in the region’s waterways.

Pyes Pā School principal Blake Carlin says the programme is an awesome initiative.

The school is one of 10 in the Bay of Plenty participating in the programme.

“We feel fortunate, privileged and very lucky that we get to be a part of this,” he says.

“I just think survival skills in the water are so important. They are as important, if not more important than any academic skills you can pick up.

“Living in the area that we live in and the accessibility of the water - not just the ocean but the lakes and rivers as well - shows that being safe and surviving in the water is key.”

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The report shows the rise in emissions in the Bay of Plenty is primarily due to increases in agriculture and manufacturing emissions.

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“This is a worrying trend. The data shows there was a two per cent increase in household transport emissions in 2019, as people continue to use their cars as their main way to travel.

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Uncertainty around public events

The recent Covid-related shock to this area has fortunately passed without damage for most of the economy.

We have seen that many local companies can work in some capacity under levels four and three and, pleasingly, we have only seen slight impact in the employment market – jobs that will be absorbed fairly quickly in an otherwise positive economy.

While the majority of businesses will get back to trading normally, we remain concerned about retail, hospitality and events businesses. They bear the brunt of the restrictions and, consequently, find it very difficult to plan ahead.

The summer bump we get from events is important to the region, particularly in a year where trading has been disrupted.

Retail spend over summer months is typically around $50-70 million higher than other seasons – attributable to visitors and our summer schedule of events that simulates spend.

For an events business, now is the time they need to be booking and paying for items that they’ll use at event time, and they will be banking on forward bookings to help fund some of this.

Any uncertainty will lower the amount of risk they’re willing or able to take.

They might see this in lower bookings through uncertainty, or just be nervous that they might

have an event cancelled – like we’ve just seen with AIMS Games and the Tauranga Arts Festival.

If they sensibly choose not to run an event, it not only affects their business but also others that get the spill over benefits; think accommodation, hospitality and retail.

Clarity around vaccination policies and their effect on alert levels will help these businesses.

We have seen businesses be very resourceful over some difficult times recently, but they need to have a clear steer on what is ahead.

For events, businesses will need clarity on alert levels once we reach vaccination targets, whether any proof of vaccination will be required and how that might be enforced.

And the rest of the business community need similar clarity.

From what I have seen, businesses are keen to maximise vaccination rates in their staff.

They feel they need to do their bit to help a fragile health system, because they want to get back to a more stable environment, or because they see safety and business continuity risks if they don’t.

How far they can go with this is still uncertain, even if needing to be vaccinated is business critical.

Like it or not, it’s clear that being vaccinated will be a major determinant of our future freedoms and economic fortunes. The sooner we can get to our 90 per cent threshold the better.

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Centrepoint Opportunity Shop manager Kate Hesleden. Photo: John Borren.

The winner of this year’s Greerton community-based op shop and Cherry Blossom Window Dressing drop-in centre with a large range of Competition is Centrepoint quality used, vintage and recycled Opportunity Shop. Their window items. Proceeds are used to support features a Japanese cherry blossom the community. theme with a pink parasol, kimono, It’s that time of year again orbs and blossoms. when Greerton Village shops are Centrepoint have won a $750 celebrating spring with over 15 shop advertising package sponsored windows decked out in the cherry

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Three taken to hospital after Judea fire Firefighters battled the blaze on Tuesday afternoon. Photo: John Borren.

While investigations are underway into the cause of a fire in Judea, Fire and Emergency New Zealand state the cause is likely accidental.

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Three people were transported to hospital in a moderate condition following the incident on Tuesday afternoon.

Plumes of black smoke billowed into the Tauranga sky as the fire at an air conditioning warehouse on Birch Avenue ignited.

Five FENZ appliances attended and put out the fire, which destroyed much of the back part of the building.

“We are still investigating, but it looks like it was an accidental fire,” says a FENZ spokesperson.

The smoke from the incident could be seen for miles around, and Birch Avenue was closed by police to allow appliances to work on extinguishing the blaze.

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Those close to the incident, which was reported to police shortly before midday, describe an intense experience.

“I was one of the first few people to help move cars next door,” says Caleb Wingrove, who is also a volunteer fireman.

“It was crazy seeing how quickly the fire got big.

“I’m also a volunteer firefighter so I went in with my crew to overhaul all the pink batts inside. The roof was falling down and the whole back end of the building was gone.”

Another person who witnessed the fire at its most severe explains a similar experience.

“I was there helping move cars out of the mechanics next door,” he explains.

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International Day of Older Persons

Friday 1st October 2021 Theme: Digital Equity for All Ages

Reject stereotypes and become a Dignity Champion

The theme for International Day of Older Persons is Digital Equity for All Ages.

Age Concern is calling on Kiwis to stand up against ageism on International Day of Older Persons on October 1.

“Let’s not allow people to be discriminated at any age,” says Age Concern New Zealand chief executive Stephanie Clare.

“Ageism is one of the most tolerated forms of social prejudice.”

Ageism can be experienced by people at any age and in any setting including workplaces, communities and in people’s homes, says Stephanie.

“All too often I hear disrespectful attitudes and derogatory remarks when talking or reporting about older people and the issues they face.

“This must change. We are all ageing so this is also a good way to help your future self.”

A reason to smile

The International Day for Older Persons isn’t the only celebration happening on October 1 this year.

World Smile Day has taken place on the first Friday of October every year since 1999.

It was invented by the creator of the smiley face, Harvey Ball, after he became concerned that his iconic symbol had become overcommercialised.

“He thought that we, all of us, should devote one day each year to smiles and kind acts throughout the world,” says the World Smile Day website.

“The smiley face knows no politics, no geography and no religion. Harvey’s idea was that for at least one day each year, neither should we.”

Harvey created the smiley face in 1963 and it remains the most recognisable symbol of good will and cheer worldwide. He passed away in 2001, aged 79.

Read more about World Smile Day at: www.worldsmileday.com

International Day of Older Persons’ theme this year is Digital Equity for All Ages.

It highlights the need for access and meaningful participation in the digital world for all older people.

“We have seen a rapid change to online services over the past year,” says Stephanie.

Age Concern New Zealand is committed to helping older people with education to keep up with changes and to keep themselves safe online, she says.

“We all have older people in our whānau and communities that are holders of amazing stories and experiences. So I urge you to take time to listen and learn from them and to ask if you can help them with any online activity they might be struggling with.”

Stephanie is also calling on people to become Age Concern New Zealand Dignity Champions and support the rights of older Kiwis.

A Dignity Champion pledges to reject stereotypes and focus on the uniqueness of every individual, as well as speak up when they hear people speaking negatively about growing old.

They will have the courage to question practices

they feel are disrespectful to older people and not patronise them.

Being patient, polite and friendly and having zero tolerance for abuse or neglect, as well as building relationships that combat isolation, are key to being a Dignity Champion.

“We can all make changes to ageist attitudes not just on October 1, but every opportunity we get,” says Stephanie.

To become an Age Concern Dignity Champion visit: www.ageconcern.org.nz

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Bee on the lookout for a swarm ‘Tis the season for new bee colonies to form.

“Typically a hive establishes itself in a season and the following season if the hive is full it can decide to split and create a second colony,” says Chris Mitchell of Seaside Bees.

“Because they need a queen she goes with them. Before they leave, they raise a new queen and only take off when she is about to emerge. If it is raining that day they sit on the lid and keep her in her cell until they’re ready to go.”

Chris says the swarming bees fill up with about a week’s worth of honey before taking off.

“Generally swarming bees can’t even bend over to try and sting you as they are so full of honey, so swarms are totally safe.

“The new swarm generally flies only a short distance, 20 metres to one kilometre, downwind from the maternal hive because the queen is large and heavy so she isn’t a good flyer.”

The bees normally park up in a sheltered tree for up to a week while a scout bee or, as Chris puts it, the ‘housing committee’, checks out all the possible locations for a new hangout.

“If they haven’t found anywhere after a week things can get dire as the honey in their tummies runs out. Week-old swarms can be very stressed and grumpy. If they find a hollow tree or your house, they’ll

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generally be impossible to move once the queen has laid eggs and they start raising brood.”

The BOP Beekeeper Group has registered beekeepers experienced at swarm collection, usually removing swarms at night when the bees are together.

The group has a map at: www. bopbee.weebly.com/collection. html with the beekeepers’ phone numbers so the public can quickly contact someone to

collect a colony that’s arrived in their house or nearby tree.

The group meets monthly to visit beekeepers, learn about bees and help each other. They own honey extractors, a small library and co-operate in various ways. There are several hundred members but 50 or so at a typical meeting, where they have guest speakers, honey tasting and visit home apiaries.

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The New Zealand Effluent and Environment Expo has been cancelled for the second year in a row due to Covid-19 restrictions.

On a post to the New Zealand Effluent and Environment Expo Facebook event page, the committee says that, after much deliberation, they have decided the event will no longer be go ahead.

“This decision wasn’t something the committee took lightly as it is something that we love to

do,” reads the post.

“We love all the good feedback that comes from it, but with lessened industry support it has become near impossible to run this event again this year.

“Thanks to those who have supported the event – we hope to see it back up and running again one day.”

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One-way quarantine-free travel for RSE workers from Samoa, Tonga and Vanuatu starts this month, bringing relief to the horticulture and viticulture sectors.

RSEs are workers on the Recognised Seasonal Employer scheme – a policy that allows the horticulture and viticulture industries to recruit from overseas, predominantly from Pacific countries. Pre-Covid, New Zealand relied on up to 14,400 RSEs every year, with about 10,500 being in the country at peak harvesting times.

HortNZ chief executive Nadine Tunley says the announcement is a relief for both the New Zealand horticulture industry as well as the Pasifika communities who have been particularly hard hit by the pandemic.

“Confirmation that our RSE workforce can travel is a positive step that will give growers some confidence about labour for the coming season,” says Nadine.

“It will go some way towards winter pruning being completed and the coming season’s harvest being picked.

“But even with the increased movement of RSE workers from the Pacific, the horticulture industry will still be short of seasonal workers. That’s why the whole industry is behind additional programmes to attract more New Zealanders to horticulture.”

To qualify for quarantine-free travel, RSE workers must have received their first vaccination pre-departure, undertake day zero and day five tests, and complete a self-isolation period of seven days, pending a negative day five result.

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approach to opening up quarantine-free travel with the Pacific,” says Covid-19 Response Minister Chris Hipkins.

“While Samoa, Tonga and Vanuatu haven’t had any community cases of Covid-19, we know first-hand how quickly Delta can spread if it gets in.

“We are starting solely with RSE workers for several reasons. RSE workers come to New Zealand in a cohort, and stay in employer-arranged accommodation. This helps mitigate any additional risk from Covid-19 by ensuring they go into self-isolation in a pre-organised place immediately upon arrival.”

Agriculture Minister Damien O’Connor says the first stage of one-way quarantine-free travel will be closely monitored.

“Our intention remains to broaden eligibility for

quarantine-free entry to New Zealand from these countries and Tokelau when we can be sure it is safe to do so,” says Minister O’Connor.

“In the meantime, other people entering New Zealand from these countries will need to meet existing MIQ requirements.

“We thank Samoa, Tonga and Vanuatu for their close cooperation with us on this significant step in reconnecting our countries.

“I’d also like to thank the horticulture and viticulture sector leaders for working so constructively with us in reaching this announcement.”

Officials in New Zealand are working with partner Pacific countries and the industry on the final measures that need to be in place, with exact flight dates in October to be confirmed.

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Two-thirds of river sites ecologically impaired Impaired ecological health is evident at almost two-thirds of monitored river sites in New Zealand.

That’s the verdict of Cawthron Freshwater Ecologist Dr Roger Young following the recent Land, Air, Water Aotearoa project’s River Water Quality National Picture Summary 2021.

Dr Roger Young was part of the team behind the summary, and says while the assessment of current state varies by indicator, there is a pattern of poorer sites generally being in urban and pasture dominated catchments, with pristine rivers usually

surrounded by native vegetation.

“Our analysis shows that impaired ecological health is evident at almost two-thirds of monitored river sites,” he says.

“This is demonstrated by the proportion of Macroinvertebrate Community Index sites graded attribute band C or D. For these sites, there have been few sensitive macroinvertebrates found through council monitoring, indicating compromised river health.

“New Zealand’s primary indicator of faecal bacterial contamination shows a similarly poor pattern, with two-thirds of sites receiving undesirable grades for E. coli.

“The poorest results are found at sites in urban catchments, followed by pasture, then exotic forest. Unsurprisingly, the best ecological health is usually found in streams draining native vegetation.”

Dr Young cautions that the National Picture Summary relates to sites where monitoring has been conducted and that these sites are often located in areas at greater risk of degradation from human activities, so are not necessarily representative of all rivers and streams across the country.

The interactive map of New Zealand on the LAWA website shows the geographical spread

Studies show impaired ecological health is evident at almost two-thirds of monitored river sites in New Zealand.

of state and trend results against freshwater indicators in the National Policy Statement for Freshwater Management.

LAWA river quality lead and Auckland Council lead water scientist, Dr Coral Grant, says exploring the river quality map provides an overview of where the challenges are for each indicator.

“This reflects our findings that the

poorest results are often found in the most modified environments,” says Dr Grant.

“While urban rivers and streams make up only one per cent of total river length in New Zealand, they flow through areas of significant land cover transformation and four out of five monitored urban waterway sites are showing signs of severe pollution or nutrient enrichment.”

Dairies may be key to cheaper groceries The Commerce Commission has been told that New Zealand’s 4000plus owner-operated dairies and service stations can provide both cheaper groceries and reduced car journey emissions, following the Commissions’ draft market study into the groceries sector.

Business Owners Group chair Sunny Kaushal says dairies can play a big part in making groceries cheaper, but were initially overlooked in the Commission’s Supermarket Price Inquiry.

“Having made a written and now an oral submission on the Supermarket Price Inquiry, we can say that view has now changed,” says Sunny.

“We advised the Commission to structurally separate the supermarket duopoly’s wholesale and distribution centre business units. This suggestion seemed to have a genuine cut-through.

“Doing this means that wholesale and distribution centres will compete for suppliers and retail shelf space.

“Whether a Pak‘nSave or a dairy, lower prices will be passed onto consumers in dairies because that means more customers through our doors and with it, increased revenue.”

Nielson research completed for Z Energy’s 2021 Investor Day shows the grocery market is worth some $19.6 billion and dairies and service stations have 17.34 per cent of the market.

“At $3.4 billion, we may be small as individual businesses, but as a sector, we represent a huge opportunity for lower grocery prices,” says Sunny.

“Express-sized stores are massive overseas and these reduce the need for supermarket car journeys that generate huge amounts of CO2 emissions.

“With our colleagues in retail butchery and greengrocers, we can breathe life back into local shopping centres.

“That starts with creating a fiercely competitive wholesale/distribution centre market.”

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Advanced yellowing leaves caused by Vine Decline Syndrome on a New Zealand crop.

The steps growers are taking to ensure their kiwifruit orchards are thriving may just be making matters worse, suggests Zest Biotech.

Vine Decline Syndrome, or leaf breakdown disorder, is likely to occur when potassium, copper, boron and sulphur levels in soil is pushed into the high column and beyond.

Incidences of the syndrome are increasing, with a key symptom being yellowing leaves.

Zest Biotech COO, Usha Amaranathan, says many growers assume this to be a nutrient deficiency and apply more foliar nutrients and fertilisers.

“It’s a trend that we have noticed in orchards,” says Usha. “We’re concerned that people are treating leaf breakdown as a nutrient deficiency and they’re making the problem worse by adding more fertiliser.

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“Some growers wrongly assume, or have been told, that the high range means ‘high fertility’.

“This is incorrect and is damaging the vines and crop. The crop suffers, it doesn’t store well and growers panic and end up throwing more fertiliser on, making things worse.

“The main emphasis for us is making growers aware of the problem.”

Zest Biotech produces Primazest and Agrizest – products that help vines cope with and recover from stress, including stress caused by excessive fertiliser use, and generally increase plant health and crop quality. Growers, however, must address the root cause of the problem says Usha.

“We have seen soil tests and fertiliser recommendations from many orchards and the recommendations are almost always far in excess of the desired range.

“We encourage growers to review the recommendations before applying products.

“Sometimes you can have too much of a good thing.”

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Sheep f lock down, beef herd up The total number of sheep in New Zealand has gone down, while beef cattle numbers head in the opposite direction.

Sheep decreased 0.8 per cent to an estimated 25.83 million, while beef cattle numbers rose 2.5 per cent to 3.98 million.

The figures were revealed in Beef and Lamb New Zealand’s annual stock number survey.

The decline in sheep numbers was across both breeding ewes, down 0.5 per cent to 16.48 million, and hoggets, which decreased 0.6 per cent to 8.61 million.

An increase in the number of beef cattle was driven largely by more rising two-year-old cattle, particularly in the North Island.

The decline in hogget numbers was most noticeable in Northland, Waikato and the Bay of Plenty (-6.7 per cent) and Southland (-7.9 per cent), where strong mutton prices encouraged greater levels of trading.

Winter and spring 2020 conditions were difficult in some regions – particularly the South Island – leading to destocking of sheep prior to Christmas due to lack of feed.

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The lamb crop is expected to be 1.6 per cent higher nationally.

Beef and Lamb New Zealand economic service chief economist Andrew Burtt says the modest increase in lamb crop is based on ewe body condition and pregnancy scanning results at the time of surveying farmers, and depends on favourable weather conditions in spring.

“Strong mutton prices have encouraged farmers to sell ewes and hoggets this season,” says Andrew, “and in some areas

climatic conditions have forced farmers’ hands.

“The outlook for beef prices is less certain, and although overall beef cattle numbers were up at June 30, we’re forecasting a slight decrease in calves from sheep and beef farms this spring.”

The most recent analysis means that since 2000, the total number of sheep in New Zealand has declined by nearly 40 per cent – from 42.3 million to 25.8 million – and the number of beef cattle has decreased by five per cent – from 4.2 million to four million.

Andrew says one other factor they’re closely monitoring is the effect of sheep and beef farmland being converted to forestry.

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Competition concerns spook bread wheat growers Uncertainty over restrictive new buying practices and competition from the feed wheat industry has seen the nation’s arable growers cut back on sowing milling wheat – the wheat used for bread.

“It’s worrying that buying practices we believe may be anti-competitive, coming at a time when growers are able to receive better prices for animal feed wheat, may result in New Zealand becoming more reliant on imported milling wheat for a staple food,” says Federated Farmers Arable Industry chairperson Colin Hurst.

Federated Farmers are keen to discuss the situation with the Commerce Commission and have also approached Commerce Minister David Clark.

The recent Arable Industry Marketing Initiative survey shows sowing and intended sowing of milling wheat crops are down 27 per cent on last season, with growers opting to sow wheat for feed instead.

Historically, prices for milling wheat exceeded that of feed wheat, given the additional time and effort required for producing wheat for flour.

Last year there were three buyers purchasing New Zealand-grown milling wheat for local flour mills.

This year just one agent is handling the purchase of milling wheat for two of the buying mills that Feds understands represent up to 60 per cent of the home-grown product.

Of further concern is that the agent owns one of the mills, says Colin.

“We’ve just had a draft report from the

resilient to disruption and shipping restrictions from the likes of Covid19,” says Colin.

“But growers are clearly not being incentivised to grow milling wheat and are voting with their feet by switching to other crops.

“We think the government should

be interested in this situation, given the New Zealand crops and seeds sector has raised gross revenue from $655 million in 2017 to $940 million last year – not to mention the growing interest we’re seeing from New Zealanders in wanting to support locally grown produce.”

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Opening up New Zealand Like all MPs, my office is often asked to help rejected applicants who want to return home to New Zealand.

We also hear from employers who can’t retain international staff because their families can’t join them here due to MIQ constraints.

Each time we read about a sports team, entertainer or film crew being let in while our own citizens can’t return from life-saving medical treatment or to farewell dying loved ones, it highlights the inefficiencies in the system.

Why did the government not enlist the help of the under-employed travel agents, airline staff and event managers? These are professionals who know how to set up and manage logistics.

They’d have quickly worked out that it’s pointless having MIQ and plane seats operated separately – that there’s no point giving someone a lottery place in MIQ when there are no flights that match with the check-in dates.

This week National released our plan for border management to reunite families, enable international travel and reinstate tourism and education off-shore markets. Our ‘Opening Up’ plan requires a New Zealand vaccination rate of 85 per cent and works on a traffic light system that prioritises fully vaccinated travellers from low risk areas in Australia and the Pacific.

Travellers from these locations, with negative

pre-departure and rapid arrival tests, would not have to isolate. Those from orange-light regions like Singapore, the UK and parts of Europe and Australia would have to isolate at home for seven days with spot checks and self-testing.

National would establish a dedicated Covid-19 Agency to manage this new system, which would free up MIQ logjams as dedicated hotel spaces would only be needed for travellers from red-light countries.

If this system were set up now, we could welcome New Zealanders home for Christmas via green and orange pathways.

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Consultation deadline looms for winter grazing rules The consultation period on proposed amendments to intensive winter grazing regulations closes on October 7.

The regulations require farmers who are undertaking intensive winter grazing to comply with certain criteria if they don’t want to apply for a resource consent.

The government is proposing changes to those criteria in the hope of making them more workable and therefore easier for farmers to implement. It is also proposing to further delay the implementation of the rules.

DairyNZ chief executive Dr Tim Mackle says when these regulations were introduced last year, DairyNZ, Beef and Lamb and Federated Farmers made it clear they were impractical for farmers. Recommended changes were made together, as part of the Southland Advisory Group.

“We are pleased the government heard us and will be consulting

on significant changes as a result,” says Tim. “From what we’ve seen, the confirmation of certified freshwater farm plans as an alternative regula-tory pathway to meet the intensive winter grazing rules is good news. This will see better outcomes for the environment and farmers.

“There also appears to be positive changes to pugging, resowing and critical source area rules, based on primary sector feedback, but we need more detail to understand how these changes might work in practice.

“It’s also good to see the proposed resowing date shift to ‘as soon as practicable’.

“Farmers are proactively putting in place good practice for winter grazing and it’s vital the new regulations are practical, so good work continues.”

The public can make submissions at: www.consult. environment.govt.nz/freshwater/ intensive-winter-grazingDairyNZ chief executive regulations/consultation/intro/ Dr Tim Mackle.

Sector welcomes China’s application The Meat Industry Association and Beef and Lamb NZ have welcomed China’s formal application to join the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership.

MIA chief executive Sirma Karapeeva says the application is an exciting and important development as New Zealand looks to trade to drive its economic recovery following the Covid-19 pandemic.

“Closer regional integration that includes such an important trading partner like China will allow New Zealand red meat companies to leverage supply chains and deepen their relationships with customers across this important region,” says Sirma.

“The CPTPP was conceived with a vision for deeper regional integration and a closer, more connected trading block within the Asia Pacific.

“The broad interest in membership and China’s formal application to join the agreement

demonstrates that the CPTPP is delivering on this ambition.”

Beef and Lamb NZ chief executive Sam McIvor says: “The New Zealand red meat sector is supportive of new members who can demonstrate that they are willing and able to meet the benchmark for high standards and ambition that the original members set for the CPTPP. “The China-New Zealand FTA, and the recent upgrade, demonstrates the high quality and commitment to trade liberalisation that China is capable of and will be most welcome in a CPTPP context.

“Furthermore, the expansion of CPTPP is an important step in continuing to update and harmonise trade rules in the Asia-Pacific region.

“It sends an important message to the wider trade community, including the WTO, that trade rules continue to be important and there remains an appetite to expand these and build closer trade relationships.”

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MTA chief executive Craig Pomare says the association supports the climate change goals, but it is

disappointed the Climate Change Commission does not specifically address the existing fleet or the removal of old polluting vehicles.

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“We need to address climate change and the safety of New Zealanders on the road, and we need to implement initiatives at every stage in the life of a vehicle,” says Craig.

“The logic is simple - import the best available technologies, keep the current fleet clean and get the vehicles that are at the end of their life out of the fleet.”

If done properly, emissions can be reduced while keeping New Zealanders, especially those who depend on their cars but can’t afford an EV and or have alternative transport options, safe on the road, says Craig.

MTA estimates the cost of imported vehicles will be around 22 per cent more in 2030 and EVs will remain at a premium.

“EVs will simply be out of reach for many New Zealanders,” claims Craig, “and as a result they

will be obliged to keep their already aging cars longer and face a greater risk of involvement in fatal crashes.”

MTA’s review of NZTA data shows that more than 50 per cent of vehicles over 15 years old fail their Warrant of Fitness. In the past 10 years the average age of a vehicle involved in a fatal crash with a contributing vehicle factor was around 13 years old.

“If we want to refresh the fleet and keep moving emissions lower, then we need to look at the existing fleet and make room for those newer, cleaner cars by removing the cars that are currently causing the problem,” says Craig.

At an average of 14 years old, New Zealand’s vehicle fleet is old relative to most OECD countries.

The dominance of used imports has reduced the cost of vehicle ownership for lowincome households.

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Foster looking for frontrunner finish Todd Foster has confirmed a third season in the Best Bars Toyota 86 Championship, and believes he’s ready to mix it with the frontrunners.

Foster, 27, made significant progress in the championship last season, working his way into the top ten on several occasions Todd Foster is aiming to be close to the sharp end this coming season. and becoming a regular Photo: Bruce Jenkins. mid-field runner. He is opportunity to pass. hoping to make another “Experience can help keep the bigger picture in significant leap forward in the pack this coming perspective and every point in this championship season too. will matter next season. It’s going to be that “I enjoy the learning process and last season we were able to be more competitive and get into that competitive for sure.

“I’ve enjoyed the fitness work, and as we move mid-field, where the battling is intense,” he says. closer to the start of the season my focus will “My focus will remain on learning as much as shift to revisiting data and on-boards from I can and continuing to hone my race craft and previous seasons. build pace.

“It’s going to be a big field next season and “That, combined with hopefully some testing if that just makes it all the more exciting. A bigger the alert levels allow it, will mean I arrive at round field means keeping out of trouble and being as one fully ready to go and be up to speed quickly.” consistent as possible.”

Foster will run again with International Foster says he has enough experience to be able Motorsport and will be backed by the Waikato to balance patience and aggression.

Innovation Park for his 2021/22 season.

“Even though these are sprint races, it’s important At least 22 cars will be on the grid for the first to be patient and not always jump on the first round and will include past, current and future

champions of the sport.

It all begins at Hampton Downs Motorsport Park over the weekend of November 12-14 before a short trip to Pukekohe Park three weeks later from December 3-5.

After the Christmas break the teams and drivers will head south to Cromwell for the Highlands

weekend on January 14-16, and then move to Christchurch for the Ruapuna weekend on January 21-23.

Three weekends later it’s back to Hampton Downs on February 11-13 for the New Zealand Grand Prix meeting, before the season finale at the Bruce McLaren Motorsport Park, Taupō on March 25-27.

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Insurance claims reveal the cost of caring for elderly pets Getting old can be just as hard on hips and hearts for dogs as it is for people.

That’s according to Southern Cross Pet Insurance’s list of top 10 most expensive pet

insurance claims over the past year.

Elderly dogs were among the top contenders for costly claims that SCPI paid, including $13,367 for a 12-year-old Greyhound needing several treatments for arthritis, heart disease and hip pain, and a $13,188 claim for a 14-year-old Labrador receiving treatment for irritable bowel disease and the removal of a mass.

The most expensive claim paid by the insurer was $13,772 for a five-yearold German Shepherd needing treatment for

her ears, vomiting and peritonitis – an inflammation of the abdominal cavity which is serious and can be fatal for dogs.

When it came to the most expensive claims for felines, SCPI paid $11,479 for a Ragdoll cat that was hit by a car.

Coming in second was a $9507 claim for a Devon Rex cat called Lambchop that needed substantial treatment for coughing and pyothorax. The

unlucky moggy also needed treatment for some injuries sustained in a cat fight.

Lamb Chop’s owner, Jules Calnan, says when she took him to the vet, he was immediately referred to an emergency animal specialist vet for urgent treatment of life-threatening injuries, which was distressing for both of them.

Anthony McPhail, general manager of SCPI, said that while pets can be healthy for many years, just like humans, all sorts of health issues can emerge as they age.

“Many of our expensive claims this year have been for older cats and dogs, and it’s comforting to see these beloved family members get the treatment they need in their twilight years,” says Anthony.

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Many abscesses burst on their own, which provides great relief. Sometimes you can feel a scab over the area and when you pull it away pus comes out.

Once an abscess is draining, cats and dogs will often lick and clean the area which assists

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You can help by wiping the area clean twice a day with warm water and a swab or cotton wool pad.

If your pet is unwell, painful, feverish, off their food, lethargic or the abscess hasn’t burst, then a visit to the vet can help them to feel a lot better.

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Biggest Loser is back for 2021 Is your cat or dog the Bay’s Biggest Loser?

After the success of last year, our Healthy Weight Management Programme is back for another year.

Are you concerned about how your cat or dog’s weight is affecting their overall health? Tauranga, Te Puna, Katikati and Pāpāmoa Village Vets want to help your pets live happier and healthier lives, by addressing the major health issue that is obesity in our animals.

Starting in October, all cats and dogs in the Bay of Plenty are invited to participate in the Biggest Loser Healthy Weight Management

Programme, designed to manage healthy weight loss in a supportive, educated way over 12 weeks.

During that time you can take home numerous milestone prizes and have the chance to win some major grand prizes.

Prizes include food vouchers, free nail clips, pet toys and more. At the end of the program, one cat and one dog will be crowned ‘The Biggest Loser’ and each will receive a $500 clinic credit.

The overall grand prize winner (selected randomly) wins a holiday on us with a $500 Bachcare voucher!

Managing director David McDonell says that although the program comes with all the bells and whistles of freebies and prizes, it really comes down to the overall wellness of your pet.

“Making the decision to invest your time and thoughts into the health of your pet should be

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Omega Plus offer local alternative While a global pet food shortage is affecting large numbers of supermarkets, and a combination of shipping delays and supply issues are preventing several brands from reaching us, there is a New Zealandbased alternative.

“Kiwis can count on a regular supply of Omega Plus food for cats and dogs during this shortage,” says Simon Thomas, divisional manager at Omega Innovations.

Produced in the Marlborough Sounds and made from some of the world’s best salmon, Omega Plus is a popular alternative during these shoratges.

“We’re a New Zealand-based operation, which means we can restock supermarkets as soon as our products are ready,” says Simon.

“We aren’t dependent on international imports and exports, so our customer’s pets are always looked after.”

“We call Omega Plus the salmon superfood because it’s 100 per cent natural and made from New Zealand King Salmon.

Everybody knows the benefits of eating salmon – it’s the same for pets.

“The nutrients found in Omega Plus helps give our four-legged friends a shiny coat, strong bones, and improves joint health.”

Simon says the company’s focus is on products of the highest quality. “It’s really important to have full transparency around where the Omega Plus ingredients come from.

There’s nothing in our pet food that we wouldn’t feed to our own fur babies. After

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Pink Ribbon volunteers needed People in the Bay of Plenty are being urged to volunteer for the Pink Ribbon Street Appeal.

Breast Cancer Foundation NZ’s appeal on October 29-30 is at risk of cancellation in Katikati, Tauranga, Te Puke and Kawerau unless volunteer area coordinators can be found.

Area coordinators manage a small team of collectors and are supplied with all materials required to look after their local sites.

Volunteer collectors are also needed in the rest of the region.

Anyone interested in being an area coordinator can sign up at: www.pinkribbonvolunteer.org.nz/ becoming-area-coordinator Karen Smith, a 57-year-old mother of two from Tauranga, is volunteering for the Pink Ribbon Street Appeal after being diagnosed with breast cancer in August 2019.

“For most of 2020 I was going through treatment, including

chemotherapy, a bilateral mastectomy and radiotherapy,” says Karen.

“Now I’m feeling good and looking forward to collecting for Breast Cancer Foundation NZ this year, and every year that I can going forward.

For me, it’s about paying back for the amazing support I received and raising awareness.”

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Each year, around 190 women are diagnosed with breast cancer in the Bay of Plenty District Health Board area. Every year around 35 will die from the disease.

Breast Cancer Foundation NZ chief executive Ah-Leen Rayner says the charity receives no government funding and relies entirely on the generosity of New Zealanders to keep their vital work going.

“Once again, the uncertainty caused by Covid19 lockdowns has dealt a crushing blow to our fundraising efforts,” says Ah-Leen.

“Without more volunteers in the Bay of Plenty, we can’t run our street appeal here.

“By giving up a few hours you’ll be making a huge difference in the fight against breast cancer.

The money raised will help to save lives through cutting-edge research, the promotion of early detection and supporting patients through their treatment and recovery.”

To volunteer for the Pink Ribbon Street Appeal, please visit: www.pinkribbonvolunteer.org.nz, email: pinkribbon@bcf.org.nz or call: 0508 105 105.

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Supplements supporting optimal health In my last column I commented that most multi style supplements over promise but under deliver.

This is because they are formulated as a ‘onea-day’ supplement and are often filled with too many B vitamins, yet lack the minerals and antioxidants we really need.

Outright mineral deficiencies cause disease, but of much greater importance is the number of diseases linked to sub-optimal minerals in our diet.

Sub-optimal just means less than our bodies really need. If I could do an experiment it would be to give all New Zealanders a comprehensive multimineral, multi-vitamin and antioxidant and observe health patterns over a long period of time.

I would not be surprised to see reductions in most chronic diseases.

Farmers are very aware of the

mineral deficiencies in our soil. I spoke to a farmer client recently and he commented on the improvements to sheep health when they added selenium and other minerals.

He said the sheep went from

being lethargic to full of energy. It is a real tragedy that we do not incorporate such advice into human health.

Perhaps the issue is that, unlike livestock, humans do not have a productivity value.

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immune system, indeed the health of every cell, requires these minerals to produce powerful enzymes that protect our cells, including immune cells, from damage and disease.

I offer you a challenge: take a good multi-nutritional supplement for three months and notice the difference. Most talk about more energy, better immunity – especially in winter – and just feeling well.

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

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Achieve total wellbeing with massage With personal wellbeing and mental wellness being such a crucial part of day-to-day life, massage should no longer be perceived as a ‘personal treat’ but as a critical component to achieving overall wellbeing.

Physically, massage not only relieves tension and stress, but it also addresses those underlying aches, pains and imbalances that so often result in lack of motivation, fatigue, and immobility. The physical act of massage produces impressive mental health benefits, too.

“The physical responses induced by

massage causes the body to reduce the secretion of stress hormones and increase the secretion of anabolic and calming hormones,” confirms massage therapist David Hadcroft.

David is one of the highly qualified team working at Baywave Massage Therapy; arguably the most experienced team in the area says manager Matthew Strange.

“We are so lucky to have such an experienced, professional team with a vast array of skills,” says Matthew.

“There is a high-quality therapist to meet any of the varying techniques preferred by

our customers”.

Baywave Massage Therapy offers traditional, remedial and specialty massages from Baywave Aquatic Centre; a handy location with lots of parking. There is also a steam room, sauna, spa, and gym onsite for a wide range of wellness options to complement and enhance the massage experience.

Massages range from $50 for half-an-hour, through to $160 for specialty massages that include keeping the beauty products used in your massage. To review the full range and to book visit: www.baywave.co.nz

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When we ask this, we will see what’s getting in the way more clearly.

Are those fears and stumbling blocks holding you back, or are you willing to face your fears and explore how to turn them into stepping stones?

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

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50 Days to Summer challenge

The staff at Snap Fitness Pāpāmoa ready to get stuck into the 50 Days to Summer challenge: Chris Shearer (left), Kylie Anderson, Georgia McCulloch, Mike Colville, Brittney McGregor and Jessica Green. Image: Supplied.

Pāpāmoa Snap Fitness is inspiring the community to move more this spring with their 50 Days to Summer challenge.

Unlike many fitness-based challenges, 50 Days to Summer is not about a body transformation.

Club manager Georgia McCulloch says the idea is to incorporate positive healthy habits into participants’ routines to support healthy wellbeing.

“Everyone who joins will have their own challenge, whether it is to lose weight, gain muscle or to be consistent and exercise three days a week for 50 days,” says Georgia.

“The challenge is to help break down the stigma associated with mental illness and encourage healthy conversations to support those affected.

“It is also to help our members achieve stronger fitness results.

“We’ll be going the extra mile, promoting healthy habits and having a heap of fun.”

They also hope to raise over $5000 for I Am Hope, a charity which aims to promote positive attitudinal societal change around mental health throughout New Zealand, and fund private care and counselling for young people.

Georgia says with each registration the club will donate $5 to the charity, as well as host additional fundraisers throughout the challenge.

Participants will receive a Myzone heart rate monitor belt, body scans before and after fitness testing and weekly challenges and prizes.

They will also receive a Snap Fitness six week app with meal plans, programmes and mindset tasks.

The challenge starts on October 18 through to December 4, and is open to all members of the Pāpāmoa community.

“Think of your why,” says Georgia.

“Find your why and Snap Fitness will help you get there.”

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The Weekend Sun’s ever popular guide to ‘What’s On’ in the Bay. Pg34

An auspicious start to the month Today’s paper arrives on the first day of October; three quarters of the year has passed.

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Older Persons.

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Independence Day, San Moving to books, Quentin Marino Investiture Day and Tarantino’s first is out now – bet you didn’t know this! – and very good it is too.

Uzbekistan Teacher’s Day. Once Upon A Time In Let’s move to some Hollywood is designed to cultural news... look like a 1960s dime-store Bob Dylan’s latest dump paperback and sits alongside of unreleased material, this the film in its own right, time a mere five CD set (or an addition as opposed to a a stripped-down two CDs) retelling, all written in droll Once upon a time in “pulp fiction” patois. explores the early 1980s with Hollywood.

The Bootleg Series Vol. 16: It is immensely enjoyable.

Springtime in New York In other literary news, 1980-1985.

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Live and study in the heart of the city An open day will be held at Waikato University’s new student accommodation facility on Selwyn Street next weekend.

Next weekend the University of Waikato is throwing open its doors to a brand new university-managed student accommodation facility.

Selwyn Street Studios will be opening in Tauranga in 2022, however, a new accommodation open day will be in full swing for potential students and families to check out on Saturday, October 9.

The opening of the new $20 million purpose-built facility is expected to bring in more students to Tauranga’s Waikato University campus, and is located across

the road from the University itself.

Staff will be on hand to answer questions about the four-storey complex that offers self-catered living for students enrolled at the Tauranga campus next year.

Staff can also help prospective students with their accommodation applications, and give details about the Tauranga Campus Residential Scholarship that brings the 2022 cost per week down from $250 to just $150 for eligible applicants.

The studios come complete with en-suite bathrooms and mini fridges, and three larger studio rooms will be able to accommodate accessibility needs.

in, maintaining social distancing protocols and wearing a mask while touring the indoor facilities.

All are welcome to attend the open day, which will run from 11am-1pm at 38 Selwyn Street.

For more information, call: 07 262 0500 (Monday to Friday 8am-4.30pm) or visit: waikato.ac.nz/go/accommodationtga

Internet, power and water will be included in the weekly rent, while each level has a shared kitchenette and social space.

Communal kitchen, dining and laundry facilities are located on the basement level along with storage areas, bike racks and a group study space.

For added peace of mind, there will be one residential assistant for every 32 students, and a residential manager will live on-site in separate accommodation.

Attendees are required to adhere to Covid-19 level two protocols during their visit – including scanning or signing

live and study in the heart of the city OU R BRAN D N EW ACCOM MODATION I N TAURANGA OPENS I N 2022 AN D IT’S OPEN TO VI EW! Selwyn Street Studios offers self-catered living that’s close to campus, and the beach. Students can enjoy their own fully furnished studio room plus ensuite, free WiFi, great views, and plenty of communal social spaces.

Join us for a free tour of Selwyn Street Studios, 38 Selwyn Street (off Cameron Road).

SATU RDAY 9 OCTOBER FROM 11AM-1PM. All welcome! Please wear a mask during the tour.

For more information, phone 07 262 0500 Monday to Friday 8am-4.30pm or visit waikato.ac.nz/go/accommodationtga Selwyn Street Studios

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Saturday 2 Oct

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

Car Boot Sale

Papamoa Evans Road Community Car Boot Sale CANCELLED 2 Oct. Car boot sale & car wash will resume 6 Nov (covid permitting) Ph Ralph 021 123 1157

Greerton Hall Market

2nd and last Saturdays of the month. 8am-12pm. Stalls inside/ outside. Discounts for charity groups.

Refreshments at kitchen. Ph/txt for site.

Tricia 07 543 1487/ 027 908 2952 www. facebook.com/greertonhallmarket

Katikati Bowling Club 8 Park Rd 12:45-3pm

Katikati Crop Swap

Every 1st Saturday of the month, 14 Jocelyn Street.

Swap home garden produce, plants, flowers, seeds, herbs, eggs, preserves etc. 07 549 4522

LOL Laughter Wellness

Due to the nature of our activity, laughter sessions are on hold until return to Covid Level 1.Trish 022 036 6768 lollaughterwellness@gmail. com. Check our new website www. lollaughterwellness.weebly.com

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

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

Tauranga Fuchsia Group

Last Saturday of the month. 1pm.

Elizabeth Street Arts & Craft Centre Learn how to care for fuchsias. Pat 579 1655 Noeleen 578 4643

Village Radio Museum

NZDA BOP Range Day

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

Papamoa Farmers Market

58 Ashley Place, Papamoa 8:30am-12pm. Live music, food trucks, vegetables, coffee, seedlings, playground, fresh meat & seafood

Papamoa Hills Maori History

Join our walking group to learn the Maori history of the Bay of Plenty coastline. Email: info@traveled.co.nz

Papamoa Lions Club Market

2nd & 4th Sunday Gordon Spratt Reserve, Parton Rd, Papamoa.

Gates open 7am for stall holder entry. Wayne 027 974 5699

Petanque

BOP Petanque Club, Tawa St, Mt Maunganui.

Everyone welcome. Club days Tues, Thurs , Sat & Sun. Ph Bruce 022 309 9143

Public Range Day

NZDA public range day Last Sunday of each month. m rifle range at the Park, open from 9am to approx. 3pm. $20/shooter

Quakers

Warm welcome to 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

Radio Controlled Model Yachts

Sun & Thurs 1-3:30pm. Pond behind 22 Montego Drive Papamoa, sailing “Electron” Radio Controlled Yachts for fun. Adult beginners welcome. Graham 572 5419

Monday 4 Oct

Age Concern 500 Cards

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

Radio Museum open from 10am.

Request line 571 3710

Have you ever wanted to learn to play?

A friendly group meets Mondays 9:3011:30am @ Age Concern 177a Fraser Street. $2 donation

Sunday 3 Oct

Mt RSA Chess Club, 544 Maunganui Rd. 6-7pm during school term. Late program 7pm onwards. Incl casual games. Ph Werner 027 721 9499

Art on the Strand

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

Croquet

Sun, Tues, & Thurs at Tauranga Domain, Cameron Rd. 12:45 for 1pm start.

Beginners welcome. Ph Peter 571 0633

Farmers Market - Mount Mainstreet

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

Maketu Market

3rd and 5th Sunday. Setup from 7am at Maketu Village Green.$10 per stall. Ph Maureen 021 267 1685

Chess at Mount Maunganui

Citizens Advice Bureau Tauranga

ree confidential impartial in ormation & advice. Don’t know? Ask Us! Ph or visit us at 38 Hamilton Street Tauranga Mon-Fri 9am-4pm 07 578 1592 or 0800 367 222

Coffee & Chat

2nd Mon of the month meetings. NZ First coffee & chat with speaker. 9:45am at St Enoch’s Hall, Sixteenth Ave. Ph Maureen 576 7630

Justice of the Peace

available at Citizens Advice Bureau O fice Hamilton t. on & ri 1-3pm. Weds & Thurs 9:30-11:30am

Keep On Your Feet

Omokoroa 11am-12, Settlers Hall, 334 Omokoroa Road.

Strength & balance classes for older adults. All levels o fitness welcome. Ph Sharnie 021 111 8617

Kids Pottery Class

Make a ghost or pumpkin tealight with clay. $65 per child 9am-12:30pm, All materials supplied. Bookings Essential. Ages 5-14 years Ph Juliet 021 271 1433 Email BPC.kidsclasses@ gmail.com

Let’s Learn Something New

Rd.12:30 pm Tues & Thurs afternoon tea & prizes. 575 7482 or 027 658 6848

Alcoholics Anonymous

Open meeting 7:30pm. St Peters Anglican Church. 11 Victoria Rd, Mt Maunganui. All Welcome. Ph 0800 229 6757

Bayfair Petanque Club

A new season, try a new sport. Petanque at Russley Drive Tues & Thurs 12:45pm. boules & tuition available.

Turn up or Ph Alf 021 175 9282

Conversation Cafe Dee St

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

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

Men4Change Men’s Support Group

xercise with un dance, weights, floor work, any age, go your pace. Venue: St Columba Church, 502 Otumoetai Rd, Cherrywood. Info Gloria 021 139 2448

Supporting men who are feeling low, anxious, depressed, experiencing relationship breakdown & loneliness. Every 2nd Monday 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

Oceanside Probus Club

9:30am at Omanu Golf Club, Matipihi Rd. All welcome. Brenda 575 0314 or Myra-Lou 575 6595

Rotary Club of Otumoetai

Meets at 6pm on the 2nd and 4th Mon of the month at the cafe in New World oo field. ontact rian

Tauranga City Brass Band

Meets 7-9pm at 10 Yatton Street, Greerton. New players very welcome. Jeremy 021 132 3341

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 Men’s Shed

Open Mon-Fri at the Historic Village.

Toyshop selling wooden toys, mah-jong racks etc. Wednesdays, surplus tools and materials sold

Tauranga Senior Citizens Club

500 Cards Mon & Thurs. Indoor Bowls Tues, Wed, & Sat. 14 Norris St (behind PaknSave). 12:45pm start.$3 entry includes afternoon tea. New members welcome

Tauranga Stamp Club

Wesley Methodist Church, 100 Thirteenth Ave. 10:30am on the 2nd and 7:30pm on the 4th Monday of the month All welcome. Ph Tony 07 549 5015 or Brian 07 576 5210

Fitness Fun & Coffee

Inachord Singers

Women’s group Tuesday 7pm Bethlehem Community Church 183 Moffatt Rd. Join us for friendship and fun whilst learning to sing. Musical Director Andrew Braid.

Ph Ali 027 413 3530

Israeli Dancing

Beginners class 6:30-7:30pm. Gate Pa Primary School Hall, Cameron Rd. Circle & line dances. No partners required, all ages welcome! Ph Maria 022 165 2114

Sequence Dancing

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

South City Indoor Bowls

Greerton Hall. New members welcome. 7.15pm start. Coaching available. Ph Keith 577 1116

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 Tuesday mornings 930am-12pm & Thursday nights 7:30-9:30pm. Club rooms upstairs cnr of Mirrielees and ross oads. Ph i e Oldfield 9233

Te Puke Pipe Band

Meets weekly 6-8pm at Te Puke Baptist Church, Station Road Te Puke. Learner Pipers & Drummers welcome. Free tuition provided. Ph Jo 021 052 6728

Te Puna Tennis Club

Senior tennis Tuesdays 9am.

Friendly club. New members welcome. Tangitu Road, Te Puna.

Left past the rugby grounds. Ph Catherine 02 150 6855

Yoga For All

Keep On Your Feet

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

Mount Runners & Walkers

Wednesday 6 Oct

Katikati 10:30am-11:30am, Catholic Church Hall, 89 Beach Road. Strength & balance classes for older adults. All levels o fitness welcome. Ph harnie 111 8617 Join us to run or walk! Meet Tues & Fri 9:25am May St Scout Hall. For adults o diverse fitness levels and abilities. mtrunnersandwalkers.co.nz for more details

Olympic Style Target Shooting

pm at the auranga arget ifle ange 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

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.

Scrabble

Tuesday 5 Oct

Stimulate your brain. Tuesdays 9:20am Tga Citz Club 13th Ave & Cameron Rd. Ph Jo Ann 578 3603

Fun and companionship, come to the Mt Community Hall 345 Maunganui

Learn to get the most from your computer, laptop, ipad, tablet, smart phone, TV & more. Registration Day

500 Cards 50+

10-2pm at the Historic Village Ph Seniornet 07 577 1912 or email@ seniornet.co.nz

Senior Net Courses

10 Pin Bowling

1pm @ 10 Pin Tauranga, 135 13th Avenue. Play for fun but keep the score. Very occasionally competitive. Ph Glenda 0212 578 678

Adults Ballet Plus

Adults Ballet/Plus lots of dance styles covered. St Peter’s Church Hall Beach Rd, Katikati. 12:30pm Ph Gaye 07 577 1753 027 274 8753 gayehemsley@gmail. com

Age Concern Walking Group

Meet at 10am Maungatapu shops Ph Renee 07 576 6699

Cards

Cribbage 12:45 at RSA Greerton.

Friendly club. New members very welcome. Ph Jill 021 160 6143

Diabetes New Zealand

Drop in Thursdays 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

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Healing Rooms Prayer

Experience God’s healing touch, whether physical, emotional, spiritual. Central Baptist Lounge. 640 Cameron Road. 1-3pm. All welcome. No charge. www.healingrooms.co.nz 021 213 8875

Indoor Bowls

All ages welcome. Weds & Fri 12:30pm. Equipment, coffee & tea provided. Mt Senior Citizens Hall, 345 Maunganui Road.

Ph Cyril 022 639 2585

Indoor Bowls Gate Pa

Greerton Community Hall. Box drawn mixed pairs 7:30pm (Norris Shield).Kevin 027 478 8416

Keynotes Women’s Barbershop Chorus

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

LOL Laughter Te Puke

Due to the nature of our activity, laughter sessions are on hold until we reach Covid Level 1. Trish 022 036 6768 lollaughterwellness@ gmail.com Website www. lollaughterwellness. weebly.com

Steady As You Go

1st Wednesday of month, Central Baptist Church Hall, Cnr Cameron Rd and 13th Ave. 1pm-2:30pm. Visitors welcome . Ph Carmen 027 378 2248

Te Puna Tennis Club

Social tennis from 6pm. New members welcome. Tangitu Road, Te Puna. Left past the rugby grounds. Ph Catherine 02 150 6855

Thursday 7 Oct Cap Life Skills

Free budgeting, practical money saving, getting organised, healthy eating, positive well-being course.

8-weeks 9:30am-12pm www. stpetershouse.co.nz to register or 07 571 5916

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

Katikati Bowling Club

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

Katikati Concert Band

Katikati Bowling Club, 8 Park Road, 7pm. Come and join our friendly band. All brass, woodwind and percussion players welcome. Ph Mick Goodall 021 217 1780

Grey Power Papamoa Meeting

Kickstart Toastmasters

8 Park Road. Mixed Roll-ups 12:45-3pm

Tauranga South Garden Club

Senior Citizens Hall, Maitland St, Greerton. Names in by 6:45 for. 7pm start. New members welcome. Ph Keith 577 1116

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 www.facebook.com/ KeynotesBarbershop

Katikati Bowling Club

Exercises for seniors.

Improve strength and balance. Friendly group meets Bureta area 2-3pm except 1sts. $2. Ph Betty 07 570 3215

Greerton Indoor Bowling Club

1pm, Papamoa Library & Community Centre.

Guest speaker: John Robson, followed by a cup of tea. All welcome

Katikati Sewing & Knitting

Fridays 10-11am. 14 Jocelyn Street Katikati. Sewing machines and lessons/help available. 07 549 4522

Kids Pottery Class

Make a Sea Creature 9am-12:30pm $65 per child, bookings required. Max 8 kids, FIFS Ph Juliet 021 271 1433 Email BPC.kidsclasses@gmail.com

Library Open

Greerton Senior Centre has the library open Fridays, 1-3pm. Novels, jigsaw puzzles, free refreshments. 33 Maitand St. Ph 07 543 0355

Original Art Expo

The biggest art expo in the Bay! Tauranga Boys College Gymnasium (cnr 14th Ave and Devonport Road). 7th-10th October (Thurs-Sun), 9:30am - 5pm

Quiz Night

Thursdays at The Hop House, 12 Wharf St. 7pm start

Strong Seniors Exercise Class

Aerobic and strength/ flexibility combination class with qualified instructor. Bring own mat. 10am, Baden Powell Hall, Harrisfield Drive, Ohauiti. Ph Raewyn 027 607 7437

CORNERSTONE PUB Fri 1st Mark Joseph 10pm

Tauranga Porcelain Artists

9am Thursdays. You are invited to come and learn the very beautiful art of glaze on porcelain. Club Rooms, Elizabeth Street. Ph Maria 027 553 3042

Friday 8 Oct 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+

JACK DUSTY’S (Bureta) Sat 2nd Kiwibandits 7:3010:30pm Sun 3rd The Blarneys 3-6pm LATITUDE 37 Fri 1st Josh Pow 9pm Sat 2nd Sam Fisher 9pm Sun 3rd Josh Pow 4-7pm

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Everyone welcome. All equipment supplied. Afternoon tea provided Mount Senior Citizens Hall, Maunganui Road. Ph Cyril 022 639 2585

FILM NAME

FRI 1 OCT

SAT 2 OCT

SUN 3 OCT

The Lost Leonardo

9.30am

3.30pm

Die in a Gunfight (R16) (No Comps)

1.45pm 6.30pm

TUE 5 OCT

WED 6 OCT

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7.50pm

1pm

3.50pm 8pm

1pm 6pm

6.15pm

6.15pm

6.25pm

11.30am

1pm

11.15am

11am 1.15pm

11.30am 1pm

11.15am 1.30pm

10.45am 1.30pm

Ainbo (PG) (No Comps)

11.30am

1.30pm

11am

11am

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11am 1.50pm

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1.30pm 8.30pm

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Pig (M)

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5.50pm

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Eiffel (M)

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Respect (M)

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Stillwater (M)

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Our family helping your family TAURANGA RETURNED AND SERVICES ASSOCIATION (INC.)

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situations vacant annual book sale

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 7105

bible digest

SO DO NOT FEAR, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand (Isaiah 41:10)

computers

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

curriculum vitae

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

gardening

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

health & beauty

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

home help offered

HONEST, CARING, MATURE lady available for care in your home.

Nursing experience, current First Aid Ph Jacquie 027 840 1942 jbp@ hotmail.co.nz

livestock

AC PETFOODS collect injured & unwanted cows & horses.

Ph 0800 369 6269

lost & found

FOUND KITTEN & PUPPIES various places, colours and sex.

Ph SPCA 07 578 0245 FOUND Adult Male Grey & White Cat. Papamoa Area. SPCA Ref: 522188

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

travel & tours

#ZEALANDIER TOURS. Oct 6 – Taitua Arboretum Oct 12 – Opotiki Museum Oct 14 -Resolution Retreat Call Zealandier Tours to book your seat for a fun day out.

Ph 572 4118

BUILDER AVAILABLE repair maintenance, decks, pergolas, fences, all housing work. Ph Roger 022 121 3356 ELECTRICIAN, 18+ years experience, NZ registered.

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TAURANGA TASTING TOURS & CHARTERS www.tastingtours. co.nz tgatastingtours@xtra.co.nz Ph (07) 544 1383 or 027 522 4607

venues

WEDDINGS, PARTIES, MEETINGS, etc. The perfect venue.

With stunning Harbour views, fully licensed bar & kitchen onsite.

Restaurant open every Friday from 5pm & Sunday from 4.30pm, kids under 12 years dine free with every paying adult. Tauranga Fish & Dive Club, 60 Cross Rd, Sulphur Point.

Ph 571 8450

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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

TOURS EX-TAURANGA OCT 1 The Tree Church, Ohaupo OCT 24 Regent Boutique Hotel, Rotorua;Sunday Lunch OCT 29 – NOV 2 Taranaki PowerCo & Fringe Garden Festivals NOV 4 Toyota, Thames & Matatoki Cheese NOV 12 Whitford Gardens NOV 13 Te Awamutu Craft Fair NOV 21 Pavilion Retaurant Lunch Wairakei; Resort NOV 25 Adrian Worsley Historic Creations DEC 4 Moondance Manor Gardens DEC 14 Arkanda Living Interiors & The Base FEB 10-16 Martinborough/ Wairarapa/Napier Top-ranked Wineries Tour. All of our present tours can return you home within 24 hrs if necessary.

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Meditate on God’s word Have you ever looked at something and simply been in awe, wondering how amazing it is and how it was made?

It could be a car, plane, computer, musical instrument, building, piece of furniture or a sculpture. Have you then stopped and been in awe at how awesome you are?

I don’t mean in a sense of pride over your achievements, but how complex you are – more complex and amazing than any machine or anything made by human hands can ever be.

The bible puts it like this: “I praise you because I am awesomely and wonderfully made; Your workmanship is marvellous – how well I know it.’

Psalm 139v14. Meditate on that!

You are encouraged to meditate on God’s word – that means to read it, recite, and think about it.

To dwell on God’s word and works.

This transforms your thinking and reasoning. In this case to know we are not a random accident but made, created wonderfully. This leads to thanksgiving, to praise!

In a world where you are bombarded with theories and ideologies that challenge your understanding of where you are from and why you are here, I want to encourage you to take time to meditate on God’s word, to read it, think deeply about it and be strengthened by it.

If you are a Christian do this and do it more. If you are not a Christian try it, start with the words from Psalm 139v14: “Meditate on that.” What have you got to lose? You might be wonderfully surprised at what you gain.

May God bless you and keep you.

Rev Ian Pittendreigh - Bethlehem Community Church

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