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as a great success – a good news story in a seemingly never-ending sea of drudgery replacement candidate for the Tauranga by-election set down for June 18 – and tedium. Combined BOP Times, Advertiser Sam Katikati Uffindell. That is the case with the Bayfair and Te Puke Times circulation is p: 07 578 0030 In a clear attempt to broaden their underpass which is now open, allowing less than HALF with only 32,138 in total.has selected someone diversity, the party e: ads@thesun.co.nz egress for pedestrians and people who with hair – ginger no less – which will no ride all manner of contraptions. A person can now walk, run or ride their gyrostabilised electric unicycle right through the rising steel and concrete overpass – a key part of the $262 million Baypark to Bayfair Link. It’s something of an industrial safari but it signals progress on a project that has been part of many people’s lives for six-and-a-half years so far. Given that a replacement underpass was not doubt claw back some of the red voters originally in the plans for this project, it from Labour. also serves as an example of the power Voters also have the choice of Labour’s of public opinion and wonderful, noisy, Jan Tinetti, Act’s Cameron Luxton, passionate protest. New Nation Party’s Andrew Hollis, the Without that, the underpass would not NZ Outdoors and Freedom Party’s Sue have been built. Grey, New Conservative Party’s Helen Houghton, and the Aotearoa Legalise The big guns Cannabis Party’s Christopher Coker. The war in Ukraine has captured the One wild card that could yet be played hearts and minds of many people around is that held by the wily old silver fox the world as the “little guy” continues to Winston Peters and NZ First. land punches against their giant invader. Peters stood successfully in the Tauranga When it comes to little guys it doesn’t electorate from 1984 to 2005 with get much bigger than Ed Sheeran, who National and then New Zealand First. has teamed up with Ukrainian band He refused to be drawn on the subject Antytila to produce a charity single – a during an interview on TVNZ’s Breakfast remix of Sheeran’s hit song ‘2Step’. programme this week, which means The members of Antytila have had precisely nothing. a change of career recently – they are Nominations don’t close until May 17, all soldiers for now – so their artistic so I’m guessing we will need to wait until expression needs all the help it can get. the last minute to find out the answer to If Ukraine prevails against Putin it that question. will be because enough people showed

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Parliament’s speaker Trevor Mallard gave Peters some airtime this week by trespassing him from Parliament’s grounds, along with 150 others. His crime was to speak to protestors camped out on Parliament’s lawns during the well-publicised occupation earlier this year. The protestors were there illegally by that stage and had already been trespassed so there is an argument for the latest tresspass orders, but seriously, Mallard really needs to read the room a bit better. After some sage words of advice from other MPs Peters’ trespass notice was withdrawn. But, like the torture tactics of sprinklers and loud music directed at the protestors at the time by Mallard, does he actually seek feedback on these ideas before doing them?

Space race

I’ve become a bit of a space junkie lately, now that New Zealand has joined the race into the great unknown. Rocket Lab launched its latest rocket from its base in Hawkes Bay this week – and I’d have to say I enjoyed it way more than Putin’s most recent demonstration. The Kiwi-US space company has the distinct advantage of being able to fire rockets out over the ocean towards the Antarctic, but even so it was only a matter of 20 minutes before it was a few hundred kilometres above the Atlantic. The high-tech event was then rounded off with a bit of Kiwi ingenuity as Rocket Lab caught the spent rocket booster in mid-air with a helicopter. Now, that’s a wild ride. daniel@thesun.co.nz

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Road trial costing drivers More than 16,000 drivers have illegally used the bus lane on Links Ave in the month since the trial began. Photo: John Borren.

A road trial closing one end of popular Mount Maunganui through road, Links Ave, has racked up $1.2 million in fines in just two weeks. The huge number of fines has prompted Matt Nicholson to start a petition calling for council to refund all fines incurred during the trial. As of May 4, the petition had 3758 signatures. Tauranga City Council is trialling a cul-de-sac on Links Ave that closed the street’s eastern end to through-traffic, except busses and authorised vehicles. Anyone that drives through the bus lanes will receive a $150 fine. In the trial’s first two weeks TCC sent 8500 warning letters and has now issued 8000 fines. Matt was fined when travelling east towards Concord Ave. He says the new roundabout at Solway Place just before the bus lanes is confusing and the signage that the road is closed isn’t clear. “To say it’s confusing would be an understatement,” says Matt. “More than 16,000 people not seeing a sign clearly indicates that there’s not enough of that signage.” TCC director of transport Brendan Bisley says drivers will pass between three-five signs before they get to the bus lanes, depending on traffic direction. “When they get to the bus lane itself, there are large areas of road surfacing painted green with the words ‘BUS LANE’ written.” Matt says TCC

should give out warnings rather than fines and he hopes they will “do the right thing” and refund people for fines issued. “Making revenue off a trial doesn’t really seem like the best thing to do for the residents in your area or anyone that visits. “It’s not really conducive to making your trial stick or be brought into by the public.” The four-month trial is the second implemented by TCC due to safety concerns for children that use Links Ave as a travel corridor to get to school. The first ran for six weeks late-2021 and the culde-sac was in the middle of Links Ave. Data shows the trial reduced traffic but placement of the cul-desac was unpopular. The current trial has attracted just as much vitriol from the community. Pāpāmoa Residents and Ratepayers Association chairman Philip Brown says people can’t see the point of having an “important” road permanently closed when safety concerns are around a two-hour period on weekday mornings. “It just seems ridiculous that you have to close it for 24 hours a day, seven days a week,” says Philip. “It just does not make sense and it shows gross mismanagement of our transport assets. “It’s like using a sledgehammer to crack a nut.” Philip suggests closing Links Ave to through-traffic in the morning weekday peak to aid safety concerns. Read the full story at: www.sunlive.co.nz

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Stadium proposal

Tauranga’s Wharepai Domain has been identified as a site for a feasibility study investigating a possible multi-use community stadium for Tauranga. No final decisions have been made, but if the stadium progresses it could be home to all types of events including cultural, community, business, entertainment, and sports events, including large-scale concerts. While this has been a partnership approach, the stadium would be located on Tauranga City Council land. Therefore, once plans have been sufficiently developed, there will be public engagement as part of the next annual plan process.

Ōmokoroa Intersection funding

Western Bay of Plenty District Council’s plan to deliver a State Highway 2/Ōmokoroa Intersection is one step closer to securing $38 million to significantly upgrade the intersection. Council’s $38.4 million application will now progress to the negotiation stage of the $1 billion Infrastructure Acceleration Fund, Kāinga Ora announced this week. If approved, the $38.4m application would see the construction of an interim solution to the safety and capacity issues at the State Highway 2/Ōmokoroa intersection. The proposal is seen as a minimum 10-year solution until funding is available to build a full interchange.

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NZ Police are urging people to be cautious after receiving a consistent stream of reports from people who have been scammed by a ‘person’ they have met online via either a dating website or a dating app. Those who carry out romance scams are experts at what they do and will seem genuine, caring, and believable. Unfortunately, they are present on most dating platforms, say Police. Once trust has been gained, they request financial assistance from the target. The method of payment request depends on the proficiency of the victim.

Dairy prices fall

Global dairy prices have fallen sharply, easing from the record levels of recent weeks. The average price at the fortnightly Global Dairy Auction overnight fell 8.5 per cent to US$4419 a tonne, after falling 3.6 per cent in the previous auction. It is the fourth consecutive fall in dairy prices and the biggest drop since 2015. The price of wholemilk powder, which strongly influences the payouts for local farmers, was down 6.5 per cent to US$3916 a tonne. The prices for other products also fell, including butter down 12.5 to US$5807 per tonne.

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Mark makes bid for Mayoralty Te Puke’s Mark Boyle is taking his second tilt at the Western Bay of Plenty Mayoralty in October’s Local Body Elections. Why? “I’ve been encouraged to do so by people from Waihi Beach right down to Otamarakau,” says the managing director of Te Puke Economic Development Group. Mark, aged 61, joins Western BOP councillor Don Thwaites in the race for the district’s top job, to become vacant with Mayor Garry Webber’s retirement. Both men ran for the job in 2013 but lost to former Mayor Ross Paterson. He retired ahead of the 2016 election, where Don lost his second bid to Garry Webber. If elected, Mark says there’s four governance pillars he’d focus on. The first is to be strategic with a good plan. The second is good risk mitigation and compliance. “The third is performance monitoring holding people accountable for progress that council needs to make. “Finally, the fourth, a strong governance culture and organisational culture that’s all about enablement and excellence with focus on ratepayers and residents and their expectations of council as a service provider.”

Housing is critical

While Mark thinks council covers all four pillars now, “the messages I’m getting from people is that they’d like to see a strong enablement culture and see progress in a number of different areas”. Mark says Western BOP is a highgrowth region with enormous opportunity “so we need to focus on economic development and provide

Mark Boyle, who is running for the Western BOP Mayoralty, has four governance pillars he’d focus on if elected. Photo: John Borren.

infrastructure for generations to come”. He says, like elsewhere in NZ, housing is critical for Western BOP. “We’re part of a national story and because we have a big economic driver of kiwifruit and agribusiness growth means we need more housing and other accommodation solutions. “Councils can’t build houses but councils can have an influence over the delivery of infrastructure making it swifter and easy to get on with.” If elected, Mark would implement a long term settlement pattern in the District Plan – “because we have to know where industry is, where the growth is and have a long-term view of where people are going to live and how they want to live. We have to be thinking 50 years out on this pattern”. He points to Omokoroa still lacking infrastructure. “That’s why you’ve got to have a long-term plan for infrastructure so people come and build houses and

everything is connected. Not people build houses, now how are we going to manage it?” Would he support amalgamation of any of the Bay of Plenty councils? Mark says that is for democracy to decide. “If people want to merge they have a voice.”

Three Waters

With government pushing ahead with slightly amended Three Waters legislation, Mark says it’s a case of local councils playing with what’s in front of them. “We have to ensure our needs and sustainability, now and for further generations, is taken care of. So we need to have a strong position in whatever this new entity is... but it’s a national issue and something we’ll have to work with.” As for a Katikati bypass, Mark says “I’d do my utmost to make it happen”. Mayoral candidate nominations open July 15-August 12. The election is on October 8. Read the full story at: www.sunlive.co.nz Merle Cave

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Sam the man for National Linda Davies AREINZ

Campaigning has hit full speed in the Tauranga MP by-election after National announced its candidate on Sunday to run against six already-confirmed contenders. The weekend also saw Act leader David Seymour come to town to endorse his party’s candidate Cameron Luxton. Meanwhile, Andrew Hollis – who had already confirmed himself as a candidate – was announced as the selected candidate for the New Nation Party on Sunday night. National’s local party members have selected Sam Uffindel to run in the by-election prompted by former National MP Simon Bridges’ retirement. So who is Sam Uffindel? The married father-ofthree, aged 38, is head of financial economic crime at Rabobank and has a local family agribusiness.

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Returning to NZ from banking roles overseas in July 2020, the Uffindel family live in Papamoa. Since then, Sam has been actively involved in the National Party since becoming a member in 2008. “During the 2020 General Election campaign I volunteered in door-knocking, putting up signs, human hoardings, and contributed wherever I could,” says Sam. In 2021 he became Papamoa Branch chair and BOP deputy electorate chair of the National Party. “If elected as MP for Tauranga I will bring

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He says it’s an absolute honour to be selected as National’s candidate for Tauranga. “I’m incredibly proud to have the opportunity to be a strong local voice for Tauranga and take up the fight for the issues that matter most to our city.” He says Tauranga families are being hit hard by the cost-of-living crisis as Labour’s economic mismanagement causes the price of housing, food and fuel to explode. “As a small business owner, senior executive, and dad to three young kids, I understand the issues Tauranga faces and will work tirelessly for you and for the investment our city deserves.” Also contesting the by-election is Labour’s Jan Tinetti, Act’s Cameron Luxton, New Nation Party’s Andrew Hollis, the NZ Outdoors and Freedom Party’s Sue Grey, New Conservative Party’s Helen Houghton, and Aotearoa Legalise Cannabis Party’s Christopher Coker. The by-election is on June 18.

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A nurse on a mission Leaving her comfortable eight-to-five job, Mount nurse Sophie Whitfield will work round-the-clock when she volunteers on a mercy ship to help provide healthcare in Senegal, West Africa.

Mercy Ships is an international charity that provides free healthcare to African children and adults who don’t have access to such services. Hearing about the group through work friends, the 28-year-old was keen to get on-board. With nearly eight years’ nursing and a surgical nursing background, Sophie is looking forward to volunteering on the ship’s children’s ward. “When patients come out of their surgeries, I will be recovering them by making sure they’re comfortable, looking after their surgical wounds, managing IV medications, and generally rehabilitating them so they can get back to their normal day-to-day life.

Aboard the African mercy ship for two months, Sophie will work all shifts – some 11pm until 7am. “It will not be what I’m used to because I’ve been in a pretty cushy role up until now, so it’ll be quite challenging,” says Sophie. This doesn’t bother her, with her saying “it’s all for such a good cause”. “We’re so blessed to have the healthcare that we have in NZ – we just take it for granted. “So it’ll be really cool to use my skills that I’ve gained to work alongside the Senegalese people that don’t have easy access to healthcare.” Sophie will also face a completely unfamiliar culture. “They’re French-speaking in Senegal so I’ll have to have translators because my French is minimal... that will be a huge challenge.” Sophie flies to Senegal June 2 to board the mercy ship on June 6. She has to raise money for her travel, crew and living expenses. To donate, visit: www.givealittle.co.nz/cause/mercy-shipvolunteering-senegal-africa-2022

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Kylie’s battle A givealittle page has been set up to help Kylie Poultney in her battle with kidney disease. Photo: John Borren.

Dealing with a life-threatening illness is not stopping Kylie Poultney from making a good life for herself and her son Oscar. “I get up each day and do the best I can. I have to, it is what it is.” The Tauranga single mum is battling a chronic kidney disease. Diagnosed with IgA nephropathy in 2019, Kylie, aged 28, is now in end-stage renal failure. IgA nephropathy, also known as Berger’s disease, occurs when an antibody called immunoglobulin A (IgA) builds up in your kidneys. This results in inflammation that, over time, can hamper your kidneys’ ability to filter waste from your blood. IgA nephropathy usually progresses slowly over years, but the course of the disease varies from person to person. Some people leak blood in their urine without developing problems, some eventually achieve complete remission – others, like Kylie, develop end-stage kidney failure. She’s desperate for a transplant donor or her only

other option is to start dialysis. Kylie says there may be some days where she would prefer to stay in bed all day, but her nearly seven-year-old son wouldn’t stand for that. “He is full of energy, it’s infectious.”

Transplant and costs

While attending doctor’s appointments and taking medications, Kylie is studying beauty therapy full-time and taking care of Oscar. “I have the help of my family, mum and brother, it takes a village.” A Givealittle page has been set up to help Kylie with financial costs when she gets her transplant. Afterwards, she’ll need to recover in Auckland for six weeks away from her son and the costs of childcare and costs from her transplant are going to pile up. No target amount has been set, with the page organiser saying “anything and everything is appreciated and even the smallest amount will help change this mum and sons life!” To donate, visit: www.givealittle.co.nz/cause/ single-mum-in-end-stage-renal-failure

Hearing from our city leaders The annual City Leaders Lunch, where people have the opportunity to hear from Tauranga MP Simon Bridges, chair of the Tauranga City Council commissioners, Anne Tolley and CEO Port of Tauranga Leonard Sampson, is taking place today, Friday, May 6, from midday. Simon, Anne and Leonard will outline their thoughts on

the city; where it is at the moment, what can and should happen and what the future looks like for Tauranga, which is one of the fastest-growing cities in the country. Registration is essential and masks will be required. For more information and to register, visit: business.tauranga. org.nz/chamber-events/Details/ city-leaders-lunch-551923

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Making splash among young women less weight to carry. Also, because it’s larger, it’s easier to manoeuvre and safer to keep the kids together rather than in several smaller boats on the water,” says Angela. NZCT communications manager Don Martin says the trust is thrilled to support any activity that enables more youth to participate in sport. “Tauranga Rowing Club gets kids out on the water safely so it’s fantastic to see more teens wanting to get involved. With the regattas, we can see that rowing really can lead to bigger things and that aligns with our values.” Angela agrees the competitions are an important part of rowing. “The camaraderie and friendships made on the water and on away trips are really strong.

“Regattas are fun and while we do put up strong teams, it’s not about winning. We row in some of the most beautiful places like Blue Lake, Karapiro and Twizel.” It’s hoped the new boat will encourage the new members to stick with rowing. “If we can provide the right equipment to make it easier for the crews to get on the water, then the girls are more likely to enjoy it,” says Angela. “And let’s face it, there’s nothing quite like early mornings out on our harbour. The kids really appreciate that.” To join, or for further information on Tauranga Rowing Club, email: secretary@taurangarowingclub.co.nz

Tauranga Rowing Club members Zara Brangwynne, Chloe Wright, Jenna Brangwynne and Zoe Stubbing will soon be out on the water in a new eight-seater women-specific rowing boat. Photo: John Borren.

A sudden surge in the number of young women taking up rowing Tauranga Rowing Club means a grant from New Zealand Community Trust is even more appreciated. The $20,000 cash injection will be used by Tauranga Rowing Club to purchase a boat for the new members. “We had more than 20 novice girls join in the last season,” says club funding co-ordinator Angela Brangwynne. “That’s a really good

increase in the interest in our sport.” Founded in 1919, the club – which based at Memorial Park Tauranga – caters for competitive and recreational rowing for all age-groups from 13 years old upwards. Today the club has more than 100 members from all the high schools in the region. And the new eight-seater women-specific rowing boat has been ordered and is expected to arrive in time for the summer rowing season. “It’s designed for a lighter weight crew, so it’s

Be safe this opening weekend All ducks are in a row as this Duck Hunting season shapes up to be one of the best in years.

With a plentiful duck population and eased Covid-19 restrictions, the NZ Mountain Safety Council and Fish & Game NZ are encouraging duck hunters to have a safe and successful season. This Saturday, May 7, marks this season’s duck shooting Opening Weekend, when majority of duck hunters take to the maimais. “We want hunters to really enjoy duck season, but we want them to do it safely,” says MSC chief executive Mike Daisley. During the past five years, MSC has run an

annual safety campaign to encourage safe firearm use, targeting opening weekend. After the release of an emotive safety video in May 2020 to combat a rising number of firearm incidents, and subsequent campaigns using further video content, the number of firearms incidents has dropped. According to MSC insights, there has been an average of 0.7 firearm shooting incidents per year from 2017-2021, a five-year average, compared to an average of 2.1 firearms shooting incidents per year from 2012-2021, a 10-year average.

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Get ready for the by-election Voters should check their enrolment details are up-to-date now to make voting easy in the Tauranga by-election, says Graeme Astle, national manager of Voting Services. The by-election will be held in the Tauranga electorate on Saturday, June 18, to choose a new local Member of Parliament. “If you live in the Tauranga electorate, make sure you’re enrolled and ready to vote in the by-election,” says Graeme.

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“Voters who are enrolled before Wednesday May 11 will be sent an EasyVote pack in the mail. “It’ll have information about when, where and how to vote, and include an EasyVote card which will make voting faster. “If you’ve moved since the last election, make sure you update your address on the electoral roll so you get your EasyVote pack in the mail.”

Special vote

Voters who enrol or update their details after May 11 will need to cast a special vote, which takes a bit longer. To be eligible to vote in the by-election, you need to have

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lived in the Tauranga electorate for a month or more, be 18-plus, and be on the General Roll. You must also be a New Zealand citizen or permanent resident and have lived in NZ for one year or more continuously at some point.

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Anna Brock, James Jacobs, Levi Stewart, Tao Mouldey and Jack Hinton are ready for the competition this weekend. Photo: John Borren.

Ready to ride the wave Five skilled local surfers are excited to front a threatening team of talent representing the Bay of Plenty on the waves at the Hurley New Zealand Boardrider Club Championships this weekend in Whangamata. With the championships to host the top 16 Boardriders clubs of NZ, teams will fight to claim national provincial honours and serious bragging rights, according to Bay Boardriders president James Jacobs. With numerous NZ titles amongst the team, James says they all present a threat to their competition. Competing in the open men’s division is Jack Hinton and Levi Stewart. Jack, a previous top NZ Junior Surfer, is “explosive on the water” and “one to look out for,” says James. “Levi has just come back from the men’s world qualifying series in Australia,” says James. Anna Brock, in the women’s division, is the reserve for the NZ Junior woman’s team and is up in the NZ rankings for Under-18s and Open Women’s categories, says James.

Know-how

In the Junior category is Tao Mouldey, who The Weekend Sun ran a story on last week. Last, but not least, James says Owen Barnes is “a NZ legend of the sport” and will bring his decades’ worth of know-how in the Over-40 spot.

James also gives special mention to Kehu Butler, who is unavailable for the competition as he’s competing in Gold Coast’s World Surf League Challenger Series. “If you want to be the top club in New Zealand, you can’t just have one or two good surfers; you need to have a really good team of surfers,” says James “In the Bay we are fortunate enough to have a large pool of nationally-recognised surfers to choose from.”

Tag team

When it comes to the competition’s ‘tag team’ relay-style event, James says the team will get strategic. “Teammates have a one hour to go out and catch three waves, each in succession, with the team’s total points tallied to find an overall winner against the other clubs,” says James. The team will work on their plan of attack in Whangamata, with James saying: “We don’t want to give it away”. The winning club will compete in the world’s club competition in the Gold Coast in 2023. “It’s real exciting and a real big deal,” says James, who thanks Mount Maunganui New World for shouting the team’s feed for the entire weekend. Held on May 7-8, be sure to cheer on our surfers if you’re in Whangamata. May 8’s action will be streamed live from 10.30am-3:30pm for viewing at: www.youtube.com/c/SkySportNext Georgia Minkhorst

Techweek is just around the corner

Techweek 2022 is coming to Tauranga from May 16-22 and there are a variety of local events taking place. A nationwide series of events, Techweek showcases and celebrates New Zealand innovation. Organisers provide a platform for everyone to meet, share ideas and create connections to enhance our future world.

The week provides an independent platform where individuals and organisations can showcase their unique and inspiring innovation stories. Techweek is a mix of live, virtual and hybrid events so there’s something to suit everyone. Physical events will be carried out across the country, while virtual events can be

attended and enjoyed from anywhere worldwide. Local events include ‘maker zone’ tours, informative workshops, seminars, the inaugural After Dark Urban Lights Festival (See more on this on page 28), and more. For more information and a full list of events, visit: www.techweek.co.nz/whats-on/ programme

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Meet Macy – a three-month-old female who was very shy when she arrived at the shelter. Her and brother Donnie have learnt how lovely humans can be and are ready to find their new forever homes. Macy has learnt that she loves being pet and is a real purr-machine! Both her and Donnie have the sweetest pink noses and vivid green eyes, which makes them a stunning pair. They get on well and if you were looking for two kittens, which is great for their wellbeing, they’d love to be rehomed together. For more information, call the Tauranga centre on: 07 5780245. Reference number: 542850.

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The Mount Maunganui centenarian-to-be has witnessed a rapidly-changing world, living through the Second World War, multiple recessions and Covid-19 to name few times of interest. While having cards from the Queen, Governor General, Minister of Senior Citizens and the Prime Minister arrive on her doorstep to congratulate on her milestone, Nessy doesn’t feel any different. “I can’t quite believe it, I always think to myself: ‘Am I supposed to feel any different?’” says Nessy. “I am a royalist, they are all lovely cards, but I must say the one from the Queen is just beautiful. “She’s in a lovely pale green outfit.”

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me. There’s not too many of my old friends left!” Nessy’s secret to living a long life is doing things in moderation, staying active and avoiding rushing. “I don’t think I do things to excess, and I’ve always been into sport. I think that keeps you fit.”

Cheques to banking online

Evolving technology has been the biggest cause of change, according to Nessy. “When we went into computers I thought I was going to be left behind. “I decided: ‘No, that’s not the way to go,’ so I went to computer classes. “You’ve got to just keep up with the times. “Things have changed so much and are still changing now, I’m really struggling to do away with cheques and switch to online banking. “It’s a huge thing to get your head around.” Nessy also says the recent war in Ukraine has evoked some memories of the past. “The World War Two years were horrible. I was married to a bomber pilot who went to war, and he never came home; he is buried in England. He was a Kiwi pilot named John Broadley...I have visited his grave since then.”

Very grateful

Covid-19 was another catalyst for change in Nessy’s life. “I stopped going out. I was out a lot beforehand but because of my age I was told to stay home. It can really be quite depressing. “I like company and we really had to limit ourselves. But you can’t let it get you down. “I feel very sorry for the young ones, it must be very hard for them.” Nessy is grateful for all of her friends, family and people that help her, and is looking forward to celebrating her 100th birthday tomorrow. Read this story in full at: www.sunlive.co.nz

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Labour MPs Anahila Kanongata’a-Suisuiki, Jenny Salesa, Aupito William Sio, Jan Tinetti, Angie Warren-Clark and Tangi Utikere celebrate the project. Photo: Supplied.

Minister for Pacific Peoples, Aupito William Sio, launched the Pacific Business Village in Tauranga last Friday. This was created by the Ministry for Pacific Peoples using a $16.2 million multi-year appropriation from Budget 2021. List MP Jan Tinetti and I attended to celebrate this project, which will enable better access for Pacific businesses and improve Pacific economic development across Aotearoa. One of the Tauola Business Fund’s key priorities is to provide direct investment into businesses to accelerate their long-term growth.

Determination and energy

We heard from some of the businesses which had benefitted from the funding. Their determination and energy was something else! I was impressed by how they’d used their funding, employing new

staff and growing their business. Being out in our beautiful community was a breath of fresh air after completing my seven days isolation. I was relieved to have been boosted because I was crook enough to lose my voice but not seriously hospital-level crook. It was nothing like having H1N1. The thought of being that sick again, or responsible for somebody else getting that sick, is why I vaccinated.

Boost yourself

If you haven’t yet had your booster shot, please do. It’s essential to our recovery and our protection against future variants, and important as we begin to reconnect with the world. We are a safe place to visit, and in a world still battling Covid-19, our world-leading response has put us in high demand from international travellers. International holidaymakers from around 60 visa waiver countries are now being welcomed back into Aotearoa with open arms.

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The numbers are grim... Wage data released by Statistics New Zealand this week shows that costs facing households continue to rise faster than wages, deepening the cost of living crisis we’re all living. Latest Stats NZ data shows wage increases measured by the Labour Cost Index grew at three per cent in the year to the March 2022 quarter. With the Consumer Price Index at 6.9 per cent, prices are now rising more than twice as fast as wages. According to the gap between annual LCI wage inflation and CPI price inflation, Kiwis are going backwards faster than at any time on record. These grim numbers show New Zealand’s cost of living crisis deepening as prices out run wage growth and interest rates soar. More and more Kiwis are falling behind each week, squeezed by growing costs and a

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Re-start filling your food scrap bins Both Tauranga City and Western Bay of Plenty District councils will restart food scrap collections next week.

From Monday, May 9, all eligible households from in the TCC and WBOPDC areas can place their official food scraps bins back on the kerbside each week. WBOPDC’s deputy CEO and group manager infrastructure services Gary Allis is excited to have full services up and running again

and sees it as a chance to reset. “Let’s all use this re-start as an opportunity to reinvigorate our habits and make good use of all waste minimisation options on offer. Reusing food scraps is a key part of our strategy to reduce waste. By not sending food scraps to landfill we reduce emissions and reuse precious nutrients as food scrap bin contents go on to become compost that grows more fruit and vegetables – it’s a win-win.” TCC manager for sustainability

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Bowel screening in BOP The National Bowel Screening Programme is rolling out across the Bay of Plenty region from May, aiming to save lives through the early detection of bowel cancer.

New Zealand has one of the highest rates of bowel cancer in the world and bowel cancer is the second-highest cause of cancer death across the country. Each year, more than 3000 people are diagnosed with bowel cancer and more than 1200 people die from it. But if found early, it can often be treated successfully. In Bay of Plenty, there are more than 50,000 men and women aged 60-74 who will be eligible for the free programme.

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A test kit will be sent in the mail every two years to those eligible. Kits arrive close to a recipient’s birthday, with the roll-out staged so test kits are sent to people with an evennumbered birthday during the programme’s first year and to those with an odd-numbered birthday in the second year. The programme is expected to be a lifesaver in the BOP. Latest figures show more than 60 bowel cancers were diagnosed in just one year in people in the region, who were within the age range of the National Bowel Screening Programme.

Bay of Plenty clinical lead for the National Bowel Screening Programme Dr Alex LampenSmith says the programme is aimed at raising awareness and getting people talking about bowel cancer. "We should be encouraging each other to do the test. While the likelihood of having bowel cancer is slim, finding it at an early stage means it can often be successfully treated, and we can prevent further deaths,” says Alex. As well as detecting bowel cancer, the follow-up investigation for a positive test, usually a colonoscopy, will also remove growths in the bowel (polyps), which can become cancerous over time.

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Tips to stay on top of your finances It’s clear to see that prices for nearly everything are rising. Interest rates are increasing to combat that rising inflation – and your mortgage is yet another thing that’s getting more expensive.

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A book lovers’ paradise in the city centre When you’ve spent so much money in one bookshop you figure you might as well buy the whole shop, you know you’re buying a passion. That’s exactly what Scott and Sheree Brown did when they purchased long-established bookstore Books A Plenty in Grey St, Downtown Tauranga, late last year. And it seems their passion, combined with a global trend back to books is proving the right move. With e-book sales declining to around just seven per cent, young readers growing daily, and ‘BookTok’ and ‘Bookstagram’ holding their own on Tik Tok and Instagram, Scott and Sheree are riding the crest of a growth wave. “We looked globally at what was happening in bookshops,” explains Sheree. “They’re bigger than ever!

“With Covid, reading has taken off again and independent bookshops globally have taken on a second life.” With a solid trend back to the tactile book and massive growth in classic novels and young readers, Scott says it’s good news for the industry. “New writers are pushing the industry forward, broadening the offerings to meet demand from growing sectors.” Having an established and loyal customer base helps. “The shop’s been here for more than 40 years,” says Sheree. “It’s an iconic destination. I think that’s the same for a number of the local, family-owned boutique stores in the city centre.” Whether you’re restocking your reading pile, keen on checking out the latest best sellers, or hunting for that hard-to-find book, check out Books a Plenty’s more than 6000 in-store titles or jump online: www.booksaplenty.nz

Future Proofing Your Finances

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More eligible for flu shots before winter Forty per cent more flu shots are being made available to Kiwis as part of the Government’s Covid-19 winter plan, as some medical professionals think the flu season could be particularly bad this year due to New Zealand’s far lower natural immunity. Aotearoa usually uses about 1.4 million flu vaccines a year – however this year, the Government is making two million available and is widening eligibility for people to get vaccinated for free.

Protect most vulnerable

“With the Omicron wave still working its way through the country, we need to protect our most vulnerable from getting the flu as well, and our health system from coming under more pressure,” says Health Minister Andrew Little. “We already make the flu shot available for free for everyone over the age of 65, and for those who are pregnant or at risk

of becoming seriously ill because of other underlying conditions. “This winter, on the advice of doctors, we’re widening eligibility to include Māori and Pacific people aged 55 and over, which means an extra 39,000 people can have the vaccine for free.” The Minister urges as many people as possible to get the vaccine. “In an ordinary year, flu kills more than 500 New Zealanders. And this is no ordinary year.” College of General Practitioners medical director Dr Bryan Betty recently told Morning Report the influenza virus has barely been in NZ for two years due to the closed border. “The thing we need to understand about

the flu – it’s brought in from overseas by aeroplanes… NZ I think is particularly vulnerable because our borders were so closed we actually had no flu essentially in the country the last two seasons.

Natural immunity down

“As a result of that we think our natural immunity is down, which means we’re far more susceptible to a bad flu season this year than perhaps we normally would be.” The Health Minister says usually, about half of people eligible for free vaccination take it up. “For the past two years, with the country closed to the rest of the world because of the pandemic, we’ve been largely free of colds and flu. That’s changing, though, with our borders opening...” Dr Betty says it’s especially important for

older, younger and immunocompromised people to get vaccinated. European aged 65-plus, and Māori and Pacific aged 55-plus, are eligible for a free vaccination, then anyone living with a chronic disease such as diabetes, rheumatoid arthritis, asthma; a condition that is chronic and ongoing.

Children

“The other group to really really highlight this year is children, children can be very badly affected by the flu, especially children over the age of three living with conditions such as asthma or respiratory conditions or underlying health conditions such as Type 1 diabetes.” Dr Betty says the flu vaccination is completely different to Covid-19 vaccinations – the flu vaccine is safe, effective “and one we have had for years”. The $12 million expansion programme is funded by the Covid-19 Response and Recovery Fund. Vaccinations are available from family doctors, pharmacists and some Maori and Pacific health providers.

Explore the latest way of looking at skin It is with the greatest excitement and pleasure I am writing about the acquirement of the latest generation skin analysis diagnostic equipment, the Observ 520x.

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Not feeling your best? (Part 1) One of the most rewarding things for me is hearing stories from clients.

I have an older client who was healthy but had low energy and felt flat, despite no medical reasons. I started her on a programme of three supplements: A winter Vitamin D booster to lift her immune responses, some Omega 3 fish oil to reduce inflammation; and, most importantly, my multi-antioxidant, multimineral, multi vitamin supplement. She reported her energy levels were steadily rising and she felt so much better in herself. My standard advice is if you feel unwell, get a medical check-up. If there is no particular medical reason for feeling low in energy we then turn our attention to micronutrients; the minerals, vitamins and antioxidants responsible for maintaining the health of our cells. As I often say: ‘A healthy cell is a healthy body’. When we improve the health of cells, we improve the health of the tissue comprised of those cells. In my client’s case, I suspect we helped the

processes that produce the energy our bodies need. Firstly, we need to ensure we have plenty of vitamins and minerals that directly affect energy. Secondly, we need to protect our energy systems with antioxidants. The list of micronutrients needed for this is long. My multi-nutritional supplement has more than 50 ingredients and most play some part in energy. If you’re low in energy and generally not at your best, I suggest you do what I recommended for my client for at least three months. You may well be surprised with benefits you can really feel.

John Arts is a qualified nutritional medicine practitioner and founder of Abundant Health. For more information or personalised advice, email at: john@abundant.co.nz or call him: 0800 423 559. Or you can read all his newsletters at: www.abundant.co.nz

Host a breakfast this month Much-loved food personality Annabelle White is encouraging people in the Bay of Plenty to host a Pink Ribbon Breakfast to support Kiwi women affected by breast cancer.

Pink Ribbon Breakfast is the Breast Cancer Foundation NZ’s largest annual fundraising campaign. Each May, thousands of Kiwis come together for good to raise vital funds for the charity. People can now sign up to take part at: www.pinkribbonbreakfast.co.nz Breast cancer is the most common cancer for New Zealand women, with around 190 women in the BOPDHB area diagnosed with it annually. Money raised from every Pink Ribbon Breakfast goes to ground-breaking research, awareness and education programmes, and patient support services. “This is a cause close to my heart, after a close family member was diagnosed and then successfully treated for breast cancer,” says Annabelle White. “Fundraising for BCFNZ is such a good idea and spreading the message of early detection is key. Hosting a Pink Ribbon Breakfast is easy and fun, and the perfect way to show some love in

these crazy times we’re living in!” BCFNZ’s chief executive Ah-Leen Rayner says it doesn’t matter if your Pink Ribbon Breakfast is big or small, fancy or casual, homemade or storebought – every effort makes a big difference for women living with breast cancer. Annabelle White. “Your generosity will Photo: Supplied. take us closer towards our ambitious vision of zero deaths from breast cancer, so please, sign up to host a Pink Ribbon Breakfast this May.” To provide inspiration for a Pink Ribbon Breakfast menu, Annabelle has donated a delicious recipe she created in last year’s lockdown. “They are elegant, very delicate and quite special – just as your guest will feel at your Pink Ribbon Breakfast this year.”

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Opportunities for growth

“You can take someone’s negative judgement and harness it into your motivation to become better, to even become the best” – Unknown. I recently had someone express a negative opinion about me, which was a little upsetting. Then I asked myself: “Is there any truth in that statement?” What I found, as I examined my attitudes, was that there was some truth. This allowed me not to be self-judging, rather accepting of the fault I now saw and choosing to work on changing it. I find that my growth is often at the prompting of another person, even when it’s not a positive prompt. The outcome, in my case, was to gain more clarity and more acceptance of myself. When I make the decision to love myself and others, rather than judging, I begin to create an opportunity for growth, and this builds more peace in me. If you’d like to know more about coaching, phone Mary Parker, The Fast Track Coach, on: 021 258 2145, or visit her website: www.thefasttrackcoach.co.nz

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Dental care for our pets

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Just like with humans, prevention is key to maintaining optimal dental health for cats and dogs. Regular veterinary consultations will help keep on top of any dental disease your pet may have and minimise the risk of further infection.

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However, if you notice any of these symptoms in your pet, it would be wise to see a vet. Keep an eye for bleeding gums, bad breath, dribbling saliva, subdued behaviour, tooth loss, pawing at the mouth, change of eating habits, pain when eating or refusing to eat. Pets are stoic and often owners are unaware pets are suffering from toothache or gum disease, which is why regular veterinary check-ups are important – vets can see what your pet cannot tell you! The good news is dental disease is preventable

and treatable. Prevention can be achieved with special diets that help remove plaque, products such as dental chews, and physically cleaning our pet’s teeth. Make sure to have your pet booked in for a dental check or overall wellness check at least once a year.

Herbal medicine for animals Herbal medicine has been used for thousands of years and is the basis for the development of many of our traditional modern drugs.

Herbs commonly have nutritional as well as druglike activity in the body. The active ingredients of certain medicines have been isolated from plants that have been known to have a therapeutic effect; and herbs can be extremely beneficial for assisting in various health conditions. Some herbs have been extensively researched and recognised for their use. Good examples are milk

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thistle, which is used to support liver function, and turmeric which has powerful antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties as well as some anti-cancer properties, making it an invaluable support for many older animals. Veterinary herbal medicine is a wide field with many tools to help improve the health and wellbeing of our furry friends. While many herbs are safe, some can be toxic which makes it important to ensure the correct prescription for the individual to optimise results.

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Three Waters proposal still appalling The Government’s claim to have listened to community concerns about their Three Waters proposal is total drivel. The Government claims that under its modified proposal local authorities would retain ownership of their Three Waters assets. This is playing with words. Ownership means having the ability to control what happens to them, and to decide what to charge for their use. Under the Government’s proposal, Western BOP

will have absolutely no meaningful control at all: we will have two votes out of 33 when choosing those who will represent local authorities in our region (Entity B), and collectively the 33 ‘voters’ will have the right to appoint just half of the directors of the board which will run the Three Waters infrastructure in our region. The other half of the board will be appointed by Maori. Yes, the Government listened to the advice of the committee set up to provide advice on the matter, but that committee was stacked almost entirely with

Infrastructure trading? There should be an It is interesting that our Commissioners are considering selling the city’s parking buildings and also seem hell-bent on selling our water infrastructure as advocated by Local government Minister Mahuta, who appointed them. Is this the way they propose to finance the $300 million proposal for downtown Tauranga? Sell key and vital infrastructure and replace it by nice to haves? Back to the parking buildings. One reason given is that they have losses of some $2 million in the 2021 financial year. Why? Because the council deemed it appropriate to give us all two hours’ free parking to help the struggling downtown businesses. Council can reverse that decision anytime it so wishes. Isn’t that a very good reason for keeping our valuable parking buildings? They do not look particularly flash but just like water and stormwater they have a vital part to play in our city’s wellbeing. Bill Capamagian, Avenues.

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‘yes people’ who were known to favour the basic shape of what the Government proposed. It was not consultation in any meaningful sense

at all. This outcome is tragic. Cr Margaret Murray-Benge, Bethlehem.

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Standing up for peace This Anzac Day, we celebrated 100 years of using poppies in religious ceremonies to commemorate the sacrifices of our soldiers, often with words around ending war.

What does our Christian faith tell us about The Tauranga City Council is consulting on war and ways to end it? The Bible talks about the future of the city precinct. Homeowners and “beating swords into ploughshares”, but others renters will have to pay for a $300 million for maintain that “if you want peace, then prepare option 1 or pay $126 million for option 2. la tyb for war”. Which way do we go? The rates increase this year is 13.7 per cent. Messianic Family Family Very sadly, world events are bringing such Messianic We already pay some of the highest rates in questions perilously closer to home. New Zealand. This will cause serious problems ALL WELCOME ALL WELCOME Does New Zealand continue to work for for home owners and renters because of SHALOM SHALOM peace, being friends to all, or accept a world mortgage interest increases and also on rental AM SABBATH 10 10AM SABBATH of defined “friends and enemies” and commit properties. It is more sensible to look at option 2 OTUMOETAI PRIMARY OTUMOETAI PRIMARY ourselves to our share of the required military at $126 milllion as big civic projects don’t always Joel Joel & & Sharon Sharon van van Ameringen Ameringen effort? Can we use our independence and work out and there is an impact on ratepayers 02 2 11 7 76 68 8 0 04 43 3 0 friendly relationships to support alternative and for a lot of years they will have to pay for processes to resolve conflict? info@bethel.org.nz projects that are not successful. Have your say info@bethel.org.nz What does our faith tell us? We use our faith and contact the Commissioners about your bethel.org.nz bethel.org.nz to help us cope with the past. Can it guide us concerns or do a submission on the Tauranga into the future? City Long Term Plan 2021-2031 as there is Quakers oppose serious problems with the commissioner’s plan. Replace CHURCH CLOSED UNTIL preparation FURTHER NOTICE all wars, There should be an option 3. with for war, and all that Hilary R Burrows, Papamoa. St Andrews Church, Dee St, Mt Maunganui to Service violence Bible Study 9:30amleads - Worship 10:45am You are welcome to worship with amongst people and Also replace the words: us each Sabbath (Saturday) nations. We believe ONLINE SERVICES ONLY St Andrews Church, Dee St, Mt Maunganui there is that of God MountSDA@gmail.com Bible Study 9:30am • Worship Service 10:45am in everyone, which Commissioners and the Western (emission trading schemes), With: We look forward to seeing you! Enquiries 021 277 1909 makes each person too Bay of Plenty Mayor, who Pae Ora (Maori health system) precious to damage or is clearly in favour of Three and the rewriting of our school We look forward to seeing you! destroy. This has been Waters, leaves this area – the Bay history curriculum. This is our testimony to the of Plenty – with totally no voice to name but a few, that’s if mtmaunganui.adventist.org.nz whole world for more at all! Undemocratic decisions, New Zealand people even than three centuries. yet we the people foot the bill know what all that above even We encourage New and lose ownership of millions means – never mind given the Zealanders to stand of dollars of assets that we the opportunity to discuss and vote up and be counted ratepayer have long paid for. on it! C’mon folks, time to on what is no less Then all to be pushed through awaken and stand up for your than the affirmation before the next election ‘He democracy. It’s all but gone! Pua Pua (co-governance), Three Christina Humphreys, of life and the destiny Waters, He Waka Eke Noa Katikati. of humankind by supporting policies that promote lasting peace.

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The biggest concern is by government directive to take and give away half of our Three Waters council infrastructure to iwi corporation – just government takeover of all – nothing benefits Kiwis, everyday Maori, or ratepayers in stealing of our assets. No consultation with ratepayers/taxpayers who always foot the bill! What is even worse is Tauranga City Council is run by unelected government

Welcome to the 21st century, Tauranga!

Surely we can do so much better?

I am astounded that the current political landscape in Tauranga is compared to communist countries. ‘Democracy’ meant Tauranga was stuck in the 1990s, managed by a bunch of petulant toddlers, who subsequently received a humiliating public spanking from the Government. Since the appointment of the Commissioners, infrastructure and businesses are finally getting the attention it deserves – and yes, it costs money unfortunately. The same spanked toddlers are now the most vocal opponents of the Commissioners, crying for ‘democracy’ to be restored. Forget it, ‘democracy’ failed Tauranga for too long. Welcome to the 21st century, Tauranga. Jacques Marnewick, Tauranga City.

It is now well over a year since the beginning of the Tauranga region rubbish collection. When the scheme was first mooted there was the usual outcry about the cost, bin size, varied needs of the local citizens – all good examples of exercising our democratic rights. As general rule, minus the current shortage of truck drivers, the scheme appears to work quite efficiently. What amazes me, though, is the amount of rubbish including paper, bottles and cans that continues to litter the roadside. Down my little ‘dead end’ streets area I regularly pick up rubbish. The record was two large bags in one day. Another record was six face masks in one day. Now that’s interesting! Surely we can do much better than this. Ruth Linton, Poike.

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Helping Lions help Ukraine The Lions Club of Pāpāmoa is asking locals to get behind their efforts to help support people affected by the war in Ukraine at their first market day in May. The club gave a donation some weeks ago to the

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Humanitarian disaster

“Like most of New Zealand and people across the world, the members of the Lions Club of Pāpāmoa are horrified when we see the news of the war in Ukraine and the humanitarian disaster that is happening to innocent people – especially children. “What we have also realised is most of the people in NZ do not know that Lions Clubs across the world are supporting the aid effort through the Lions Clubs International Foundation – and that 100 per cent of all donations goes to the humanitarian need.” LCIF is running a worldwide appeal through their Refugees and Displaced

“As Lions we believe this May market is not about Lions having a market or that our local club has already made a donation – it is about the fact that 100 per cent of all Lions profits and public donations will get to the people of Ukraine where support is desperately needed,” says Margaret. “This is an opportunity for local people to join us and give a dollar or two that will combine

An exciting new experience of illumination, creativity and discovery awaits when daylight disappears in Tauranga’s city centre this month.

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to a much larger amount and make a difference to the people of Ukraine.” The Pāpāmoa Lions Market is at Gordon Spratt Reserve 8am-12pm this Sunday, May 8. To book a stall, call: 07 808 0832 or email: papamoa@lionsclubs.org.nz

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Persons Fund by actively collecting donations through Lions clubs worldwide to ensure Lions based in Ukraine can help people there find the safety and security they desperately need. LCIF awards grants to Lions clubs supporting Ukrainian refugees who have crossed their borders. Lions’ members in Ukraine have also received LCIF grants to address critical needs of people who remain in the country. Grant funding will enable Lions to purchase and distribute items such as food, clothing, hygiene supplies, sleeping bags and medicine.

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Creative Bay of Plenty is excited to present the inaugural ‘After Dark Urban Light Festival’ from May 13-May 22, which will reinvent the city’s urban locations into vibrant creative spaces to bring the community together. “Static structures will come alive as they become canvases for incredible imagery that will showcase the city in a new light, providing a unique audience experience and a sense of excitement and innovation,” says Creative Bay of Plenty’s Annie Hill. As a free and family-friendly experience, audiences will guide themselves among downtown buildings, alleyways, and the

waterfront to experience our urban city scape in a dynamic and interactive way. “The experience has been specifically designed to provide an experience of discovery, illumination and innovation for children, families and individuals of all ages,” says Annie. These wonderful displays of art and light will be at the three key sites: The Strand Waterfront, Devonport Rd and Grey St – and will not want to be missed! From 48 submissions, 11 artists Walk through have been selected to take part stunning displays of in the festival, with most of the light and colour. commissions from local creatives. Utilising “high-tech projection mapping” and “other digital technologies”, the artworks will transform ordinary places and spaces into illuminated visual masterpieces. Annie says the festival will serve as a “creative laboratory” for artists, performers, and technicians to collaborate, innovate and grow their skills in art and technology. Held on the evenings of Friday, May 13 to Sunday, May 22, the festival will bring creative life and light into the heart of Tauranga City! Georgia Minkhorst

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MUSICPLUS

By Winston Watusi

New music for NZ Music Month If April, as T.S. Elliot proclaimed, really is the cruellest month then let’s be thankful it’s over and move straight on to New Zealand Music Month.

Of course every month is NZ Music Month here at the Watusi Country Club, but I’ll be making an extra effort to highlight the local during the next few weeks. There are a lot of gigs in the offing. The Jam Factory alone has shows from Horlock, The Akash Dutta Quartet, Salon Risque, Jeripico Duo, Midwave Breaks, We Mavericks, Trip Change and more. There are also a number of people releasing things, be they singles, EPs, or albums. I mentioned Shirley Ryder’s album last week, which launches this weekend. Also dropping on Friday is an EP from singer/songwriter Davey Beige. This is a follow-up to February’s single, ‘Rise Above’, which came with a stop-motion video. The EP comprises three extra songs, two slices of chunky melodic rock and ‘The Clock Has Stopped’, a slightly Beatle-esque rock ballad. Davey says: “I’m super-stoked with the sonic impact of the songs – that’s a direct result of collaborating with producer Zed Brookes as well as my recent passion for synths and drum machines”. And indeed all those things are on display with perhaps the most impressive moment being the full-throttle attack of ‘80 In a 50km Zone’. Davey’s ‘Rise Above’ EP is available on Spotify, YouTube, Bandcamp and the usual places.

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Meanwhile, guitarist Sean Bodley released a new single a couple of weeks back and, if you’re looking for him, has updated his social media. The latest song is ‘The Dying Of The Light’ and can be found on YouTube, Spotify and elsewhere. I think

you could describe it as a “piano ballad”. It is, of band tear through 11 especially-commissioned course, an instrumental and features increasingly arrangements of Dave tasty guitarwork as it goes on, but Dobbyn tunes. You can this is a slightly different and very find it on Bandcamp, and enjoyable sound palette bloody good it is too! from Sean. As far as social media, if you want to track him down he can now be found in every digital nook and cranny if you use the words ‘Sean Bodley Guitarist’. I mentioned last week that I’d be highlighting bits of Matariki’s Port Of Tauranga National Jazz Festival and it just happens that last night I was Davey Beige. chatting to a veritable icon Since Damian’s of Tauranga’s jazz scene. an old friend I was dead chuffed I say “icon” in recognition of the fact he has when he told me he’d actually got to managed the extraordinary feat of being a fullsolo on the album. Usually – what time jazz trombonist. with Rodger being one of the world’s (Q: What’s the difference between a frog and a trombone player walking down the street? A: The frog’s more likely to have a gig). I’m talking about Damian Forlong, ex-Tauranga Jazz Society president, leader of swing band Shaken Not Stirred and trombonist for The Rodger Fox Big Band.

top trombonists – Damian doesn’t get the solos. But on the day of recording Rodger was sick. So on ‘Just Add Water’, after a killer blast from Bill Reichenbach, there’s Damian! Damn fine. So, to tie in with the jazz festival... Rodger’s band is playing a ‘Frank Sinatra/Peggy Lee’ concert which Damian says will be a bunch of fun. Rodger is also a judge for the youth jazz band competitions. He judges many such events and often finds the repertoire offered by school bands limited because of lack of access to modern alternatives. So all the charts on this album are available to schools. Dave Dobbyn songs can now be played by big bands all round the country and round the world. Great idea Rodger – kudos. And everyone else: remember those youth competitions. They really are worth checking out.

Reimagined!

He was telling me about the band’s new album ‘Reimagined!’, subtitled The Rodger Fox Big Band play Sir Dave Dobbyn. And that’s exactly what it is. With a host of big-name American jazzers as guests (drummer Gregg Bissonette, saxophonist Bob Sheppard, bass trombonist Bill Reichenbach, guitarists Josh Smith and Larry Koonse) the

An evening with Mozart

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Opus Orchestra collaborate with Scholars Baroque Aotearoa to perform Mozart’s sublime ‘Requiem’ in Tauranga, Rotorua, and Whakatane on May 20-22. Originally conceived as a commemoration for the Tauranga-based philanthropist and Mozart enthusiast Bill Taylor, an avid supporter of both Opus Orchestra and Scholars Baroque Aotearoa, we also dedicate this concert to all those who have experienced suffering and loss during the Covid-19 pandemic. The programme begins with ‘Mindscape’, a new piece by Hamilton-based composer Janet Jennings. Commissioned by

Madeleine Pierard.

Opus Orchestra to complement Mozart’s ‘Requiem’, ‘Mindscape’ is a vivid, dramatic work exploring dark spaces in the mind. Opus Orchestra’s brilliant concertmaster, Lara Hall, is the soloist for Mozart’s ‘Violin Concerto No. 5’ in A major. Nicknamed ‘The Turkish’ because it includes subtle parody of Turkish bands, this is a youthful work that abounds in lyricism and fun. The evening will culminate in a performance of Mozart’s ‘Requiem’. Left unfinished on his deathbed in 1791, ‘Requiem’ showcases Mozart’s brilliant mastery over both choral and orchestral forces. It is both moving and

Lara Hall.

exhilarating, achieving a sublime balance between dark and light, despair and hope – apt themes for the tumultuous years of the pandemic. In this performance, Opus Orchestra and Scholars Baroque Aotearoa are proud to present the ‘Requiem’ as completed by the brilliant pianist and musicologist, Robert Levin, in 1991. The soloists are soprano Madeleine Pierard, alto Kristin Darragh, tenor Andrew Grenon and bass Chalium Poppy, with conductor Peter Walls. Scholars Baroque Aotearoa, a Tauranga-based chamber choir under the musical direction of Chalium Poppy, is the only auditioned early music choral ensemble in the Bay of Plenty.

Jennings - Mindscape

Peter Walls - Conductor

Kristin Darragh - Alto

Mozart - Violin Concerto K.219

Lara Hall - Violin

Andrew Grenon - Tenor

Mozart - Requiem

Madeleine Pierard - Soprano

Chalium Poppy - Bass

20 May

TAURANGA Holy Trinity 215 Devonport Road 7.30pm Pre-concert talk 7pm

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ROTORUA St John's Church CNR Victoria & Ranolf St 3pm Pre-concert talk 2.30pm

22 May

WHAKATANE Little Theatre War Memorial Hall 2pm Pre-concert talk 1.30pm

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A Course In Miracles

Study this life transforming course for free in your home. Full support given. Txt/Ph 0210 274 2502

Alcoholics Anonymous

Open meeting 10am, Wesley Methodist Church, 100 3rd Ave, Tauranga. All welcome. Ph 0800 229 6754

Association Croquet

Sat, Mon & Weds at Club Mt Maunganui, 45 Kawaka St. 9.15am for 9.30am start. New players & visitors welcome. Ph.Jacqui 07 574 9232

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, Andrea 021 133 0313

Beth-El Messianic Family

Celebrate Shabbat (Sabbath) as did Messiah Yeshua (Jesus), his disciples and early believers. All welcome Otumoetai Primary 10am or FaceBook Live 11am. Joel 021 768 043 info@bethel.org.nz

Book Reading Discussion Group

‘Love as a way of life’ by Gary Chapman. Practical ways for authentic Love to change your life. Zoom meeting. Book purchase unnecessary. Txt 0210 274 2502

Exhibition Zentangle Pattern

Intricately decorated pottery by renowned potter Anett Pilz @ The Pothouse (Historic Village, Tauranga) will be on display and for sale from 7th-29th May

Free Community Dinner Saturday

Under the Stars provides dinner every Saturday for our homeless and hungry guests. 45 Cliff Rd, near the rose garden. Takeaway only for now, 5-6pm

Indoor Bowls

Tauranga Senior Citizen’s Club Hall 14 Norris St. 12.30pm Sat Tues & Weds. $3 VERY EASY

Katikati Bowling Club 8 Park Rd 12.45-3pm

Katikati Toy Library

Family-focused facility offering 600+ toys to loan to children zero-10. Tues 6.30-8pm Weds 2.30-4pm Sat 9am-10am. Located behind the Christian Centre, Henry Rd, Katikati

Mount Music Club

Country music, every 2nd Saturday of the month, 1-4pm. Senior Citizens Hall, 345 Maunganui Rd, Mt, Maunganui. Good band. Ph Dick 027 493 8458

Omanu Petanque

Find out more about recreational petanque or competitive petanque Weds & Sun1pm Bayfair Reserve, Russley Dr. New players and visitors welcome. Chris 022 639 3489

Otumoetai Tennis Club

Adult tennis. Start 1.30pm. Bellevue Park, Windsor Rd (adjacent to swimming pool). New players & visitors welcome. Ph Victor 027 577 1818 a/hrs

Petanque Tauranga BOP Association

Club days Sat, Tues & Thurs. Tawa Street, Mt Maunganui. French game played with iwi flair, boules available. Ph Ray 027 7563565 for playing times

Riverlight Suicide Loss Support

Katikati/Waihi Beach group. Providing hope and inspiration to those coping with the suicide of a loved one. 9.30-11.30am. Karin 021 103 7404 riverlight62@gmail.com

Slug Mugs Ceramic Workshop

Tutor: Dominique Ford 10am-1pm at The Artery, Historic Village. $120, all materials supplied. Book here: https:// www.theincubator.co.nz/the-artery

St Stephen’s Jigsaw Library

Every Saturday 10am-12noon Hire a variety of 500 puzzles, of 100 to 2000 pieces. Please wear masks and bring Vaccine Pass. Located behind church Highmore How toatsolve Terrace, Brookfield

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Village Radio Museum

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

Sunday 8 May

Accordion Music Group

3rd Sunday monthly 1-4pm at Welcome Bay Hall. $4 includes afternoon tea. All welcome to an afternoon of music from yesteryear. Joy 027 285 3093

Croquet

Sun, Tues & Fri at Tauranga Domain, Cameron Rd. 12.45 for 1pm start. Beginners welcome. Ph Peter 571 0633

Farmers Market - Mount Mainstreet

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

Golf Croquets

Sun, Tues & Thurs at Club Mt Maunganui, 45 Kawaka St. 8.30am for 9.30am start. New players and visitors welcome. Ph. Nev 07 575 5121

Miniatures Club Tauranga

“Making it Small” Meetings 2nd Sunday each month [Feb-Nov] 10am4pm. Arts and Crafts Centre, 177 Elizabeth St, Tauranga. Jan 07 542 0998

Music Group Sunday Sessions

Play an instrument? Love to sing? Come along, join in! 1st/3rd Sunday monthly. Arataki Community Centre. 4.30-5.30pm, $15. To book: 0274 751 023 / rahimc@email.com

Papamoa Country Music Club

4th Sunday of the month. Good band. Sports Centre, Gordon Spratt Reserve, Parton Rd, Papamoa. 1-4.30pm. Ph Dick 027 493 8458

Papamoa Lions Club Market

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

Plant Sale Quarry

Te Puna Quarry Park 10am1pm. Plants, garden ideas and equipment. Gifts for Mother’s day. Free entry. Bring cash for stalls

Quakers Tauranga

All welcome to join. Mostly silent meeting for worship and reflection, followed by sharing and discussion. 10am cnr Elizabeth and Cameron Rd. 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

St Enochs Presbyterian Church

9.30am 134 Sixteenth Avenue, Tauranga. Everyone welcome. God honouring, Christ following, Holy Spirit led. Ph 578 3040

Sunday Social Cycle Group

We are a new casual group that has an organised ride together on the last Sunday of each month. Info: Fiona taurangasocialriders@yahoo.com

Tibetan Buddhist Teachings

Liberation in the Palm of your Hand. 10-11:30am followed by refreshments at 25 Junction Road, Te Puna. Everyone welcome! Also see https://www.facebook. com/tashichoepel.ling

Monday 9 May

Active Senior Exercise Classes

Mon & Thurs. Strength and balance exercise. Have fun getting fit to great music. Intermediate level 9.30am. Lowimpact class 10.45am. City Church Hall, Otumoetai. Ph Diana 021 047 6155

500 Cards

12.30pm Mon & Thurs. 14 Norris St, Tauranga. $3 refreshments. Vaccine Pass. required. Come join us. Ph Carol 022 639 2411

Alcoholics Anonymous

Yatton St, Greerton. New players very welcome. Jeremy 021 132 3341

Tauranga Creative Fibre

Every Monday 9.30am also 2nd & 4th Thursday 7pm. Learn new skills, knitting, crochet, spinning, dyeing, weaving & felting. 177 Elizabeth Street Tauranga. Ph Cathy 07 570 2191

Tauranga Stamp Club

Wesley Methodist Church, 100 Thirteenth Ave. 10am 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

Tauranga Table Tennis

Open meeting 10am, Wesley Methodist Church, 100 3rd Ave, Tauranga. All Welcome, Ph 0800 229 6757

Mon & Thurs 7.30-9.30pm at Memorial Hall QEYC. New players welcome. Info TableTennisTauranga.com

Badminton Club Aquinas College

Club is now disbanded. R Adams, Secretary

Tauranga Badminton Club. Mon & Weds, 7-9pm at Aquinas College Events Centre. Seniors & year 11 upwards, Casual players welcome, $10pp. Ph/ txt Noel 027 622 9797 www.sporty/ taurangabadmintonclub.co.nz

Cherrywood Probus

Meet 10am every 2nd Monday of month at Citizens Club, Thirteenth Ave.Come along for fun friendship @ fellowship Visitors Welcome. Ph Pam 578 3757

Chess Mount Maunganui

Mt Maunganui RSA Chess Club, Maunganui Rd. Mondays (excl. public holidays) 7pm onwards. Info: search “Western BOP Chess” online

Citizens Advice Bureau Tauranga

Free confidential impartial information & advice. Don’t know? Ask Us! Mon-Fri Ph 07 578 1592 email tauranga@cab. org.nz 9am-4pm *no face to face at the moment*

Dutch Friendly Support Network

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

Greerton Garden Club

Meets 2nd Monday each month 1pm at St James church hall, Pooles Rd, Greerton. Visitors welcome. Ph 07 562 8855

Indoor Bowls Otumoetai

Join us for an enjoyable evening of social bowls. We meet Monday’s 7.15pm at Matua Primary School Hall Clivedene St entrance. Ph Karen 07 576 0443

Keep On Your Feet

Omokoroa 11am-12pm, Settlers Hall, 334 Omokoroa Road. Strength & balance classes for older adults. All levels of fitness welcome. Ph Sharnie 021 111 8617

Mt Maunganui Indoor Bowls

Join us for Indoor Bowls at Mount RSA on Mon & Thurs 6.45pm start. Bring $3. Alice 02 10 64 2337 / Joy 027 308 7271

Pickleball In The Morning

9.15am-12.15pm. Join in the fun at the Mount Sports Centre. Bats, balls and tea and coffee provided. $5. Bob 027 478 6282

Tauranga Bird Club

Interested in keeping birds? Club Nights held at Matua Hall, Levers Rd from 7.30pm on the 2nd Monday of the month - come along! Bob 027 478 6282

Tauranga City Brass Band

Weekly rehearsals 7pm-9pm at 10

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Tauranga Vision Friendship Club

Retirees seeking friendship, fellowship and fun. Meet 10am 4th Monday of the month at Citizens Club. Speakers and interest groups. Bryan 027 813 5426

Te Puke 500 Cards

Mondays 7pm start. 4 Queen Street, Te Puke. Cost $4. New players & visitors welcome. Ph Mike 027 495 5284 or Lou 07 573 8184

Te Puke Community Patrol

Meet on a Monday over tea & coffee to share information. Info: Ph 027 430 6383 or email tepuke@cpnz.org.nz

Te Puke Floral Art

Monthly sessions working with flowers and foliage. New members welcome. Ph Sally 021 142 9738

Zonta Club of Tauranga

Dinner meeting 2nd Monday of month at 6pm. Advancing the status of women and children worldwide. Make a difference. Leigh 0210 267 2631

Tuesday 10 May 500 Cards

Join us for a game of 500. Fun and friendly group. Tues & Thurs 12noon4pm at Mount Community Hall, 345 Maunganui Rd. Ph Margaret 027 658 6848

Alcoholics Anonymous

Open meeting 7.30pm. St Peters Anglican Church, 11 Victoria St, Mt Maunganui. All welcome Ph 0800 229 6757

Alcoholics Anonymous

Closed meeting 7.30pm. St Georges Church, 1 Church St, Pyes Pa. All welcome Ph 0800 229 6757

Altrusa Ladies Service Group

Altrusa Int’l Ladies Service Group, meet evenings 2nd Tuesday for Business and 4th Tuesday for Programme. eg movies or similar Ph/text Sandra 027 483 8454 www.altrusa.org.nz

Badminton

Tues & Thurs 9.15-11.30am at Queen Elizabeth Youth Centre. Great fun. Some racquets available. Visitors $6. Melissa 027 307 6800 or Sarah 027 363 8157

Conversation Cafe Dee St

10-11.45pm Tuesdays at Presbyterian Church Hall. Varied program, morning tea. Aimed at seniors. All welcome. $5/ person or $5/couple. Make new friends. Ph 544 0951

Israeli Dancing

Beginners class, 6.30-7.30pm Gate Pa Primary School Hall, Cameron Rd. Circle & line dances. All ages welcome. Ph/txt Maria 022 165 2114

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Keep On Your Feet

Katikati Catholic Church Hall, 89 Beach Rd. 10.30-11.30am strength & balance classes for older adults. *NEW* 11.30-12noon seated fitness exercises Ph Sharnie 021 111 8617

Merge Group Social Connections

If you’re new residents in Tauranga, come and meet friendly people, at Cornerstone, 1st & 3rd Tuesdays each month from 5pm. Info: Karen merge. tauranga@gmail.com

Mount Morning Badminton

9.30am-12pm. Mt Sports Stadium, Blake Park. Social, all ages, racquets available, beginners welcome. $5 per day. Ph Margaret 575 9792

Mount Runners and Walkers

Fun and friendly running and walking club for adults of diverse fitness levels. Meet Tues & Fri at May St, Scout Hall 9.25-10.30am. www. mtrunnersandwalkers.co.nz

Olympic Style Shooting

Tuesdays from 7pm at Tauranga Target Rifle Club. All equipment provided. Elizabeth St range beside Legion Hall. New shooters welcome. Ph Alan 021 251 2843

Omokoroa Beach Indoor Bowling

Meet at Settler’s Hall at 6.30pm for 7pm play. All equipment provided. Please wear smooth soled shoes. Max 25 players. Ph Ruth 07 571 1564

Oriana Singers Community Choir

7pm Tuesdays at St Andrews Church Hall, Dee St, Mt Maunganui. All voices welcome, espeically tenors and bases. Ken Street 027 476 7404

Otumoetai Tennis Club

Adult tennis. 9am Tues &Thurs. Bellevue Park Windsor Road (adjacent to swimming pool). New players and visitors welcome. Ph Peter 021 542 172

Otumoetai Walking Group

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

Overeaters Anonymous

Do you starve, binge, purge or overeat? Overeaters Anonymous may have an answer. Meetings in Tauranga Tuesday evening and Friday midday. Janeen 0210 236 3236

Recycled Teenagers Gentle Exercise

St. Mary’s Church cnr Girven and Marlin 9-10.30am. Suitable for joint replacements, arthritics, recovery from accident or illness. Strength coordination and balance. Jennifer 571 1411

Sequence Dancing

Tauranga Social & Leisure, St John’s Anglican Church Hall, Bureta Rd Otumoetai. Tues 7-9.30pm, except 2nd Tues month 3.30-6pm. Lesley 929 7295

Scrabble

Come exercise your brain with words and strategy for the win! Tga Citz Club, Tuesday 9.20am weekly. All welcome, any level. Ph 578 3606

Social Dancing

1-3pm at Tauranga Citizens Club, 13th Ave. Mix of ballroom, latin, RnR. Friendly informal group. Joan 021 323 235

St Johns Anglican Playgroup

Join us Tues, Weds & Thurs 9.30-11.30am during school terms. Music fun and play for children 0-5. All welcome. St Johns Anglican Church Hall, 94 Bureta Rd. stjohnsanglicanplaygroup@gmail.com

Suicide Bereavement Support Group

10-11.30am at Papamoa Family Services, 35E Hartford Ave, Papamoa. A safe place to share, support and heal. Amy 578 4480, amy@griefsupport.org.nz. www.griefsupport.org.nz

Katikati Bowling Club

8 Park Road. Mixed Rollups 12.45-3pm

Marching For Leisure

A non-competitive activity for mature ladies. Fun, fitness and friendship. For all Tauranga team’s practice details and contacts Ph Elaine Corbett 021 208 8898

Pickleball

10am-12noon at Baypark. 7-9pm at Tauranga Boys College. Join us for some fun! Paddles provided. $5. Bob 027 478 6282 or Sue 021 726 304

Seniors Low Impact Exercise

Tauranga Acoustic Music Club

Low impact exercise to increase balance and strength through both seated and standing exercises. 10.40am Matua Hall $5. Vaccine Pass required. Ph Diana 0210 476155

Yoga for All

Steady As You Go

Greerton RSA 7pm. Friendly gettogether, all instruments, all levels of ability. Come in & enjoy some live music. Grant 578 6448 Welcome Bay Community Centre, 6-7.30pm. Traditional, relaxing Yoga class. Beginners welcome. $15 for one or $110 for nine classes. Bring a mat. Info: Bhajan 07 929 7484

Wednesday 11 May 10 Pin Bowling

1pm at 10 Pin Tauranga,135 Thirteenth ave. Mixed group play for fun but keep the score. Very occasionally competitive. Ph Glenda 021 257 8678

Active Seniors Exercise Classes

Strength and balance exercises to music. Have fun getting fit. Intermediate level at 9.30am Matua Hall, Levers Rd. Ph Diana 021 047 6155

Age Concern Walking Group

Meet at 10am Briscoes Chapel St. Ph Renee 07 576 6699

Cards

Cribbage 2.30 for 2.45pm start at RSA Greerton. Friendly club. New members very welcome. Ph Jill 021 160 6143

Club Mt Indoor Bowls

Exercises for seniors. Improve strength and balance. Friendly group meets Bureta area 2-3pm except 1st Weds. $2. Ph Betty 07 570 3215

Tauranga MidWeek Tramping Group

Rats Tooth, Waihi. Grade moderate. Garry 021 241 5586

Te Puke Bolivia

Te Puke Senior Citizens Club. 8 Palmer Place,Te Puke. 1-4pm New players welcome. Cost $3, afternoon tea provided. Ph Doreen 576 8867 / 021 254 5569

Thursday 12 May

Adult Social Ballroom/Latin Dance

Free introductory beginner dance lesson 7.30pm at Club Mt Maunganui. Ph Dean Smith 021 230 3187 www.udance2.co.nz. Just come along

Bay City Rockers

Social Rock’nRoll dancing, plus other popular dances at Senior Citizens Hall, Norris St. 7pm-9.30pm. $3 entry incl supper. Ph Gavin 027 643 6222

ESOL

Every Wednesday at Kawaka St. Names in by 6.45pm for 7pm start. Val 027 302 8149

Free ESOL conversation classes, Holy Trinity Church, 251 Devonport Rd. 9.30-11.30am. Every Monday except school holidays

Fernland Spa Gentle Exercise

Free Community Lunch Thursday

In warm mineral water, no chlorine. Suitable for joint replacements, arthritics, recovery from accident or illness. For strength, coordination & balance. Not offered on school holidays. Jennifer 571 1411

Under the Stars provides lunch every Thursday for our homeless and hungry guests. 45 Cliff Rd, near the rose garden. Takeaway only for now, 12-1pm

Healing Rooms - New Venue

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

The Sanctuary, 159 Durham St. Experience God’s healing touch, whether physical, emotional, spiritual. 1-3pm. All welcome. No charge. www. healingrooms.co.nz 027 640 1263

Indoor Bowls

Weds & Fri Mount Community Hall 345 Maunganui Road. All ages. Beginners welcome. Ph Cyril 022 639 2585

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Greerton Community Hall. Champion Pairs 7pm. Names in book (Roycroft Trophy) Kevin 543 4044

Kaimai Ramblers Tramping Group

From Waihi Beach: Tramp to Orokawa Bay and through to Homunga Beach and return. Grade Easy/Mod S/C. VaxPass. Kevin 0210 200 6306

Katikati Bowling Club

Mt Maunganui Creative Fibre

Every Thursday 9am-1pm. Spinning, weaving, knitting, felting, crochet & dyeing. St. Andrews Presbyterian Church, Dee St, Mt. Manganui. Ph Joy 022 354 2835

Keynotes Women’s Barbershop Chorus

Do you love to sing? Give Barbershop singing a go. 7pm at Wesley Hall, 100 Thirteenth Ave. Ph Bernice 576 4848. Facebook Keynotes Inc all ages welcome

Sunshine Sequence Dance Group

We welcome you all back to dancing 7-9.30pm. St.John’s Church Hall, Bureta. $4pp includes supper. Enquiries Dawn 579 3040

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Table Tennis Tauranga

Senior social table tennis 12.45-3pm at Memorial Hall QEYC. New players welcome. Info TableTennisTauranga.com

Friday 13 May

Alcoholics Anonymous

Open meeting 10am, Wesley Methodist Church, 100 3rd Ave, Tauranga. All Welcome, Ph 0800 229 6757

Free Library

1-3pm. Open to all. Free books, free refreshment. Join games: Scrabble, Quiddler. Take home books, magazines, jigsaw puzzles. Call a librarian 543 0355

Pickleball

9-11.45am at Queen Elizabeth Youth Centre. 7-9pm at Tauranga Boys College. Join in on the fun! Paddles and balls provided. $5. Bob 027 478 6282

Senior Citizens Te Puke

500 cards. 12:45-3pm 8 Palmer Place, Te Puke. New players welcome. Cost $3, includes afternoon tea. Ph Brian 573 8465 Doreen 573 8867 021 254 5569

Tauranga Patchwork & Quilters

Every 1st & 3rd Tuesday, 7pm or 2nd & 4th Friday at 10am. Tauranga Art & Craft Centre, 177 Elizabeth St. Phone Denise 027 291 9917

Te Puke Bowling Club

New members welcome. Loan bowls available. Friday rollup 12.45pm. Ph Te Puke Club 573 9709

Waihi Lions Bookfair

Queens Birthday weekend Waihi Town Hall. Loads of books, all categorized and alphabetical

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For more details or to apply contact Tammy on 027 699 7723 or email tammy.curran@gobus.co.nz.

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Friday 6 May 2022

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for sale lost & found

Found tabby adult female cat. Tauranga area. Ref: 545877 Found tabby adult male cat. Welcome Bay area. Ref: 545932 Found black & white adult male cat. Tauranga area. Ref: 545878

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SAT 7 MAY 8AM-12PM 17B Azalea Dell, Mt Maunganui. General household item clean out. Cash only.

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FRI & SAT 6-7 MAY 8AM-3PM 262 Papamoa Beach Rd, Papamoa. Motorhome parts, tools and assorte dparts. All must go.

JUST $23.50+gst with FREE signs & price stickers! bible digest

THE LORD is with me; I will not be afraid. What can mere mortals do to me? (Psalm 118:6)

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

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

Found grey & white adult male cat. Greerton area. Ref: 546501

trades & services

BRYCE DECORATING interior and exterior painting, wallpapering. Have your powdercoated windows faded? Can be cleaned and restored like new! Plastic car bumpers faded? Can be restored too! Quality work. Showroom finish. Ph Wayne 021 162 7052 BUILDER AVAILABLE repair maintenance, decks, pergolas, fences, all housing work. Ph Roger 022 121 3356 HANDYMAN, decks, fencing repairs, painting, water blasting, lawns, and odd jobs. Free quotes Ph Rossco 027 270 3313 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 Whitianga Lost Spring Pamper Weekend –May 26th–28th. Still have a few seats available. Ph 572 4118

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

ZEALANDIER TOURS SkyCity Hamilton Day Trip –May 31st– Ph 572 4118 to book your seat

livestock

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

lost & found

Found grey & white young adult male cat. Pongakawa area. Ref: 546466

HANDYMAN HOME & GARDEN SERVICES tree pruning, weeding, hedges, water blasting, home maintenance, rubbish removal at affordable rates. Ph Philip 027 655 4265

health & beauty

Found black & white young adult male cat. Tauriko area. Ref: 546205

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

ZEALANDIER TOURS Spirit Mountain & Fainting Goat a really fun day out - May 17th– Ph 572 4118

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

Friday 6 May 2022

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Bronson Lounge Suite - NZ Made Warm, cosy fabric that’s hard-wearing 3.5 + 2.5 Seater Usually $5699 NOW $4699

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