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When I moved from Papamoa to Katikati nine years ago, I just assumed that a four-lane expressway would go in to accommodate the ever-growing volume of tra c on the route, but what have we gotten instead? ree passing lanes removed and a series of awkwardly-designed, narrow roundabouts. So when this ash, fourlane Takitimu North Link is completed, it’s going to deliver motorists into this joke of a mess? at’ll be a bit of an anti-climax to their speedy, smooth trip from Tauriko to Te Puna to say the least.

When I moved from Papamoa to Katikati nine years ago, I just assumed that a four-lane expressway would go in to accommodate the ever-growing volume of tra c on the route, but what have we gotten instead? ree passing lanes removed and a series of awkwardly-designed, narrow roundabouts. So when this ash, fourlane Takitimu North Link is completed, it’s going to deliver motorists into this joke of a mess? at’ll be a bit of an anti-climax to their speedy, smooth trip from Tauriko to Te Puna to say the least.

Budding artists can join illustrator Debbie Tipuna at Make Your Mark – and learn how to draw hands and heads, learn fun art tips and building skills. Older children from 11-14 years also have the choice of attending several sessions.

In ‘Bone Broth’ international award-winning writer Lee Murray shares tips and tricks for infusing emotion into the bones of your story using ‘show-not-tell’ and point of view techniques, while Carol Garden will be sharing Ten Tips for Writing a great Zombie Story and guiding students as they put their new zombie writing skills to the test. e Pen Warriors writing workshops are open to children aged ve-14 at Toi Ohomai on July 4. Registration is open, and spaces are limited. To secure a spot for your child, email: bookraptnz@gmail.com or phone” 021 024 88981. e Bay of Plenty Children's Literature Association, Bookrapt, is ready to stage the second major event of its 40th Anniversary celebrations.

With an exciting line-up of award-winning authors and experienced librarians, expectations are high that some upcoming literary workshops will ignite children’s creativity and foster a love for writing.

Pen Warriors writing workshops for children aged ve-14 will take place at Toi Ohomai Library on July 4.

Junior writers from four to six years old will join children’s librarians Penny Guy and Julia Edgecombe for a fun session of collaborative story creation and illustration, with no writing required.

“ is session runs for about 30 minutes but children who stay longer can enjoy listening to stories while the book is photocopied so everyone can have their own copy,” says Bookrapt chair Penny Guy.

“We are incredibly excited to o er these workshops to young writers in our community.

“ e Pen Warriors writing workshops provide a supportive and inspiring environment for children guided by top writers.” ese include Present a Traditional Tale with a Twist with Maketu writer Angie Belcher, and Fact Finding Fun - learning how to be a fact detective for great storytelling with local junior non- ction authors Debbie McCauley and Rachel Weston.

Seven to 10-year-olds can choose either one or both of the workshops o ered.

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The Weekend Sun - 16 June 2023