The Weekend Sun - 3 November 2023 by Sun Media

3 November 2023, Issue 1184

Racing past 150 years! Whatever day you go to Tauranga Races – whether it be tomorrow’s free race day to celebrate 150 years of the club’s existence or on a normal weekday – the exhilaration of the spectacle never dwindles. Each time, there’s a thrill in the air as the horses and jockeys get set, wait for the race to start, then hurtle effortlessly round

the course while people – from visitors enjoying watching all the action through to those who are trainers, horse-owners and more – are kept on their toes until the winner crosses the finish-line. This thrill has been taking place in Tauranga for 150 years this year – since the city’s first-ever race meeting was held on the Government Paddock course on January 1, 1873.

To celebrate, Racing Tauranga is hosting a free-entry day of racing and fun activities for young and old to thank the community for their support, which it says has kept the sport alive and well in Tauranga. Find out more about this Saturday, November 4’s special celebration on page 7. Photo: John Borren.

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‘The Day My Car Ate me’. I know it smacks of those outrageous British tabloid headlines – like ‘I’m having a martian’s baby’ or ‘Adam and Ed – gay couple were first humans’. Now that was a scoop. On a quiet news day Fleet Streets tabloid sub-editors ferret around in the weirdest recesses of their imaginations and come up with a ‘what the hell?’ headline to sell newspapers. It was an artform. ‘Man buried in 1967 still alive – hasn’t aged a day’. That’s a good billboard. Of course you want to know more. Even the bowler hats poring pretentiously through the Financial Times on the train to their London stock brokerage would be titillated. ‘Aliens abduct cheerleaders’, ‘Hillary Clinton Adopts Alien Baby’ and ‘Statue of Elvis found on Mars’ – lots of extraterrestrialflavoured headlines with a caveat that the facts couldn’t be independently verified. That’s surprising. What about ‘People Sticking Random Things Up Their Bottoms Cost Taxpapers $700,000 a year’. Like what and why? ‘Grounded Beef – fat people not allowed to fly’. It’s not okay to vilify the marginalised, however great a headline.

A staccato of clicks

Now – returning to reality and ‘The Day My Car Ate Me’… It consumed me, literally. Picture this. I climb into my car in an internal garage at home. Pitch black about 5.45am. Put the keys in the ignition, a light flashes ominously followed by a staccato of clicks – four of them. All the doors had locked on me and I couldn’t UN-lock them. Felt like Jonah – swallowed whole by a sperm whale for three days and nights. In this case a Honda CRV. Try to start the car and all bedlam breaks loose – alarms wailing, lights flashing and me thrashing about on the brink of an industrial-strength panic attack. Ever had one? Now they’re a joy. I live in a townhouse with lovely

neighbours only a building block away on either side. I can imagine they’ll be sitting bolt upright and wondering what the hell’s going on. Then my alarm starts wailing again. They’re designed to blast wax from your ears. And that oppressive darkness. Even if the neighbours do respond, they can’t get in. I am sitting here, perspiring freely and my heart beating a tattoo on my rib cage. I hear you – what about your phone or the manual instructions to stop the alarm? Too obvious. I prefer to respond to a crisis with panic. That’s the way I’m wired. After the third round of wailing alarms I’m waiting for the fire crews to burst through my garage door with the jaws of life. Or the cops to beat down my front door. What a mess! I had my own little Armistice moment 20 minutes later when calm fell on the Western Front. Alarms went silent, garage door went up, a shirt drenched in sweat was changed and angst levels eased. It’s a wonderful sensation coming out the other end of a panic attack. Neighbours told me later they didn’t hear a thing. Bloody lovely! I could have died in there and no-one would have known!

Later that day…

Later the same day, same car, different issue…this time road rage! I’m exiting a slip lane into Chapel St, about to “merge like a zip” when a small zippy car undertakes me. I made the mistake of tooting.

Next minute there’s a two-finger salute from the driver’s window. She’s mouthing something pertaining to sex and me being born out of wedlock. Things scale up – a half-full plastic bottle of Coke is lobbed from the driver’s window. It was perfectly executed, because it arced and smashed into the front of my car. Then came the cartoned remains of a KFC meal – bones, potato and gravy. She was angry and I got the full menu. A hundred metres up the road at the traffic lights, the door flies open and a young woman in a onesie and bare feet strides toward my car. She’s florid with rage, fists clenched, nostrils flared – I suspect my toot is going to cost me a good slapping. I hit the central locking – this time by choice. A third party saved me – “Don’t do it lady!” he yelled, and she didn’t. Scary – I was shaking. A wee bit of patience and a little road courtesy would have cost nothing. For my part, it wasn’t a long, angry toot, more a surprised ‘what the hell?’ toot. But you never know how it will be received.

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Five hours later when leaving work I discovered someone had swiped my rear fender. No note, no sorry; nothing. Just a $400 insurance excess bill, a whole lot of inconvenience and another major mood shift. Have a happy day everyone! Email: hunter@thesun.co.nz

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Friday 3 November 2023

New closing times a ‘tough’ move Bars in Tauranga’s CBD are worried an earlier closing time will be tough on businesses that are already quiet. From next February, city centre bars will close at 2am instead of 3am; and one-way door restrictions will start at 1am. People won’t be able to enter a licensed premise after 1am; and if they leave, they can’t return. These are provisions of the Local Alcohol Policy adopted at a Tauranga City Council Strategy, Finance and Risk Committee Meeting on Monday. The policy has gone through several changes and public engagement since November 2021. The council waited to adopt it until after the Sale and Supply of Alcohol (Community Participation) Amendment Act 2023 came into force in August. The 2am closing time is a shift from what the committee decided last June and consulted on. The last draft policy retained the 3am closing time.

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Cornerstone Bar opens until 3am on weekends with live bands playing until close. One of the managers, Natalie McDonald, says weekends have been “pretty quiet” so to lose an hour of trading was “pretty tough” for Tauranga’s hospitality venues. “Having that whole hour cut off is quite a lot of business to lose.” The committee wanted to prevent people travelling from bars in Mount Maunganui to Tauranga to continue drinking. Commissioner Stephen Selwood

From next February, city centre bars will have to close at 2am instead of 3am. Photos: Supplied. said: “I think a consistent closing time is the most important”. “Otherwise you’re just encouraging people to go from one side of town to the other, to get their last hour in.” There was confusion over when Mount bars closed, but staff informed the committee it was 1am. This prompted the committee to include the oneway door policy from 1am. Commission chair Anne Tolley said: “That’s what we’re trying to stop. They leave the Mount and come to the centre city.” Natalie says if people were at a point where they shouldn’t be drinking anymore, then that was fine. However, those that could continue their night should be allowed to. “It’s a lot of business that we could potentially have that will be now...not be coming over here. “Everyone knows the Mount is busier than the city at the moment. You only need to walk

down the street on a Friday or Saturday night to see how quiet it is in the CBD.”

Not a fan

Crown & Badger operations manager Katja Halbgewachs agreed it will prevent people coming from the Mount. The English-style tavern has a licence until 2am so will only be affected by the one-way door policy. “We definitely think it’s going to be bad for the city centre. We’re not a fan of the decision.” Miss Gee’s Bar & Eatery opens until 3am Friday and Saturday. Owner Ashleigh Gee declined to comment. The Local Alcohol Policy, which includes other changes, will be publicly notified on November 11. The changes come into force February 12, 2024. Public Interest

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4 Powerlifter Karen Humphreys is now a Commonwealth record-holder! Photo: John Borren.

Karen’s got the power! It was one of those slow-mo movie moments when Karen Humphreys realised she’d won gold at the world champs, leaping into her coach’s arms as she was carried off the stage in victory! The Omanawa woman had travelled to Mongolia to compete in the International Powerlifting Federation’s World Classic & Equipped Masters Powerlifting Championships 2023, from October 8-15. She cleaned up against her competitors, winning gold for a 117.5kg squat and a 145kg deadlift, and taking silver for a 60kg bench in her division. What’s more, Karen’s squat, deadlift and overall total broke a new Commonwealth record!

‘Astonishing’

The 60-year-old began powerlifting in 2019 after her daughter suggested the sport to her. “I was too old for boxing anymore and I don’t like doing things unless I can compete, so I jumped into a little local club, went into one of those typical 12-week challenges…and went from there!” Did she think she’d end up being a world champ a few years later? “Absolutely no way…it’s astonishing really.” It shouldn’t be a surprise however, as Karen trains

hard at Ruthless Barbell Club in Tauranga City. “My training sessions take up to three hours a session, and I’m doing it four days a week, that’s a lot of time away from family and home. It’s a lot of commitment if you want to be competitive.” Karen’s diet also has to be very “controlled”. “There’s a percentage of protein that you must eat, a percentage of carbs you must eat then a percentage of low fats.”

Victory moment

Karen was the last lifter in her division at Mongolia’s world champs and knew if she succeeded with her last deadlift, she’d be the victor. “I knew that no one was going to be after me…so if I got that final lift – that it was mine.” And of course she did! Throwing down her 145kg weight, Karen got her gold champ movie moment. “My coach Mike Jones ran up the ramp clapping and I came off the stage quite quickly and I just leapt into his arms then he carried me off the stage! “It was really cool and singing the NZ national anthem standing on that podium…I got through twoquarters, then the tears started. That’s when it really hit home…very special.” It’s no rest for the wicked however. Karen says: “I will be targeting for worlds next year in South Africa”. Watch this space! Georgia Minkhorst

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Speed limit consultation in WBOP Western Bay of Plenty Council is asking residents to submit feedback on its draft Speed Management Plan 2023, with public consultation closing November 23.

According to council, the draft plan – which can be viewed at: haveyoursay.westernbay.govt.nz/smp – is in response to Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency’s Road to Zero national road safety strategy aimed at reducing deaths and serious injuries from crashes. The plan focuses on lowering speed limits around schools, rural roads and in town centres. Western BOP James Denyer says with a growing and increasingly busy community, it’s important to make sure our roads are safer for everyone.

Balance

“As a council, we want to balance Waka Kotahi’s recommendations for significantly lower speed limits with a pragmatic approach that achieves community buy-in. We want to improve safety on our roads, whilst not excessively hindering their primary purpose, which is to move people and goods around efficiently.” WBOP’s draft Speed Management Plan includes the following. Safer speeds around schools, including a variable speed limit of 30km/hr at drop-off and pick-up times and 50km/hr at other times for urban schools and 60km/hr for rural schools. A 50km/hr speed limit in urban areas with the exception of schools, marae, town centres and community identified areas. A proposed 80km/ hr speed limit in rural areas with the exception of schools, marae, town centres and communityidentified areas. For Te Puke and Ōmokoroa town centres to h ave a 40km/hr speed limit. Waihī Beach is already 40km/hr;

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and as Katikati’s main road is a state highway – Waka Kotahi has proposed a 40km/hr speed limit, which the council fully supports. Changes will unfold by prioritising areas with highest need first in the next three years; including schools, Māori communities, town centres, identified rural roads and community identified-roads. The Mayor says where a current speed limit is lower than outlined, the lower limit will remain. According to WBOPDC, a range of criteria has been used to determine appropriate speed limits for local roads, including safe speeds identified by Waka Kotahi, community feedback and local knowledge, and talking with schools, Māori communities and community boards. “We listened to the strong community feedback and took this into account when suggesting some lower speed limits. We want to improve the safety on and around our roads, while making sure local people and commercial vehicles can move around our district efficiently,” says the Mayor. “These conversations have guided our thinking – but before we go any further and begin to make these proposed changes, we want to check-in with you and see whether we’ve got the balance right? Have we missed anything?” The Western Bay Speed Management Plan only applies to the local road network. Waka Kotahi has developed an interim Draft Speed Management Plan for the State Highway network.

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A culture and football clash!

Cultures will be kicked about in a positive way as a football tournament – which aims to bring ethnic communities together via sport – returns to Tauranga tomorrow.

The Ethkick five-aside football tournament – hosted by Multicultural Tauranga – is on this

Czech Republic team’s Jindrich Hahn was a profootballer in his late teens and early twenties. Photo: John Borren.

Saturday, November 4, from 10am at Blake Park. Multicultural Tauranga president Premila D’Mello says last year Ethkick was cancelled due to Covid and bad weather – but this year’s event will go ahead rain, hail or shine! The five-aside football tournament draws teams from a diverse range of cultures and ethnic communities, allowing them to connect on and off the field through their love of football. “Many of the ethnic communities are crazy about football and playing this sport together fosters unity,” says Premila. The first Ethkick was held in 2010 and won a New Zealand Diversity award that year, after being “started as a medium to bring ethnic communities together around sports”. This year’s Tauranga tournament will have 14 teams compete – with players from about 25 countries including from Czech Republic, Solomon Islands, Chinese, Nepalese, Fiji and Kiribati. Captain of the Czech Republic team, Jindrich Hahn, says his team had their biggest Ethkick success in 2019 when they made it into the national finals. Yet they saw victory pipped in the game’s final moments. “I ruptured my Achilles in the final game – two minutes before the end of the actual tournament,” says Jindrich. Tied at zero, the Czech Republic team lost by penalty shoot-out to the Palestinian Panthers. “We’ll be

happy if we’re lucky to get to the finals [held in Wellington] and can win the tournament.” No matter how they do at this weekend’s tournament, Jindrich says: “What I like about Ethkick is that there’s different nationalities coming together”. “They’re putting their culture aside and you can see only the passion from each continent. It helps bridge all forms of diversity – whether it be religion, social or language and it promotes social cohesion,” says Premila. “I believe it’s good for the mind and the soul of people to be playing together and playing the sport,” says Jindrich. “Especially because we’re living in a very fragile world now, with lots of things happening... so it’s just about putting that voice to the side and just playing, and having good fun.” Ethkick starts 10am Saturday, November 4, at Blake Park – spectators are welcome to watch the beautiful games for themselves!

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Wairoa Cycleway nearly complete The 19km Ōmokoroa to Bethlehem cycleway is expected to be finished at the end of this month as contractors now work on constructing the final part of the project. According to Tauranga City Council, its contractors are now constructing the signalised crossing – traffic light – on State Highway 2 to provide a safer path for cyclists to reach a new connection to

Carmichael Rd. “This will enable safer cycling on the narrow strip of SH2 between the Wairoa Bridge and Bethlehem. “To reduce potential congestion, this work will take place at night. “These works are not expected to impact traffic flow in the area during the day.” For more on the project, see: letstalk.tauranga.govt.nz/projects/ wairoa-cycleway

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Between 15 November and 15 December, we’ll be asking for feedback on our plan for the next 10 years. There will be lots of ways to share your thoughts, including in person, at one of the drop-in events below. Saturday 18 November 9.30am to 5pm Bayfair Shopping Centre Arataki Monday 20 November 11am to 1pm Mount Hub, 9 Prince Avenue Mount Maunganui Saturday 25 November 9am to 2pm Mount – Little Big Market Coronation Park Saturday 2 December 9am to 2pm Pāpāmoa – Little Big Market Pāpāmoa Pony Club Sunday 3 December 10am to 1pm Bethlehem Town Centre

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Tauranga Historical Society president, Debbie McCauley with Jolene James enjoying tea in the garden.

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A historical garden party The Tauranga Historical Society invites you to step back in time this weekend for an enchanting experience at the Brain-Watkins Garden Party! It’s the 44th year that this annual event will be held and promises to transport you through Tauranga’s history. Hosted at the Brain-Watkins House Museum, the garden party will have plenty to intrigue people attracted to times gone by. “We are thrilled to invite the community to join us in celebrating the rich history and unique charm of Brain-Watkins House Museum,” says Tauranga Historical Society president Debbie McCauley. “The Brain-Watkins House Museum dates back to 1881 and holds a unique treasure trove of history, particularly the story of women with an extensive textile and costume collection.” Of course it wouldn’t be a garden party without tea and cake! Delicious Devonshire tea will be only a pour away under the Tremains Marquee and an abundance of cakes will be on offer from the Vintage Café. There will also be stalls to browse,

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sculptures by artist Lynda Soutar to admire, children’s entertainment and live music performed by musician Sophie Maude. Garden party guests are encouraged to dress up in attire inspired by the multitude of eras the Brain family lived through during their 98-year residency. “Whether you prefer Victorian, Edwardian, the Roaring ‘20s, or any other period from 1881 to 1979, let your creativity shine!” There will be prizes for best dressed and raffle items sponsored by local businesses. This event is not only a window into the captivating past of Tauranga, but also a wonderful way to ensure this precious piece of our history lives on,” says Debbie. All proceeds from the garden party will contribute to maintaining the Brain-Watkins House Museum. “Your presence at the BrainWatkins Garden Party supports the preservation of this historical gem!” The garden party is 11am-3pm on Sunday, November 5, at Brain-Watkins House Museum, 233 Cameron Rd. Tickets available for $20 from Humanitix. For more information, visit: www.facebook.com/brainwatkinshousemuseum

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Kids combatting myrtle rust through art

The art of a 12-year-old Mount Maunganui Intermediate School student is helping raise awareness of a major biosecurity threat in the Bay of Plenty.

Local schoolchildren were recently challenged by Tauranga Moana Biosecurity Capital to research and then create artwork to tell the story about the impact of myrtle rust – especially on pōhutukawa. Myrtle rust – which has a website

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Vitamin C is essential for your skin’s health The concept of taking Vitamin C as an oral supplement for good health is nothing new. However vitamin C is also essential for the health of your skin.

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Free radicals cause havoc with the skin’s cells leading to premature ageing – so protecting your skin cells from this damage results in a stronger, more vibrant-looking skin. Vitamin C is also essential for formation of new collagen. Building new collagen enables you to maintain a more youthful, smoother skin, which is essential as we age. This remarkable product also strengthens cell walls, providing healthier cells and therefore visibly healthier skin. Vitamin C also acts as a

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This gives both her cosmetic and varicose veins patients access to diagnostic and clinical systems that safely get results, with great follow-up care. After graduating from Manchester University Medical School in 2001, Dr Anuya practiced as a GP for eight years. In the 22 years since she graduated she’s completed around 12 postgraduate qualifications including in cosmetic medicine, dermatology, skin cancer medicine, skin cancer surgery, varicose vein treatments, and ultrasound. “All of the qualifications I gained were to fill a need. When I was practising in Gisborne six years ago there was a need for skin cancer treatment and dermatology, so I trained to provide that.” Last year she attained a fellowship with the Australasian College of Phlebology, which classes her as a veins specialist, and allows her to train other doctors. While much of her clinical work is in varicose

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Struggling to hear with your hearing aids on? Did you know, each year in Aotearoa NZ, there is 120 publicly-funded cochlear implants for people with severe to profound hearing loss? Join the team at Pindrop on Saturday, November 11, from 10am-12.30pm at The Kollective in Tauranga to learn about cochlear implants and if they might be the right hearing solution for you. The seminar includes a keynote address from Bill Baber, one of New Zealand’s leading Ear Nose and Throat surgeons involved in the establishment of the cochlear implant programme. Attendees will hear from industry experts on the latest innovations and advice, be able to participate in interactive Q&A sessions – because your concerns matter – and explore public and private

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School therapy dog ‘Roxy’ Have your ever heard of a school having a therapy dog? Well, Te Manawa ō Pāpāmoa School has one named ‘Roxy’.

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Roxy started going to school one day each week, but since becoming a favourite she’s in all the time. “Everyone loves her,” says Cath. “She gets very excited when we get to school. Just as we arrive at school she’s always jumping around the car,” says Cath. “She’s

School student Cooper Heemi, 9, with ‘Roxy’ the therapy dog. Photo: John Borren.

breeder, Cath says Roxy’s breed makes her particularly perfect for the job, with a good temperament and wool instead of fur making her hypoallergenic. “She was born for the role!” Cath says Roxy – the gentle, lazy dog – has made a difference at school. “The kids respond to her really well. We’ve found a really big difference having Roxy around.” Younger children a bit anxious

about coming to school are often told: ‘Get out of the car – look, Roxy’s here to see you! Do you want to walk Roxy to your classroom?’ “This kind of breaks the separation in the morning from the parent. It gives them something else to focus on.”

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Moreover, Cath believes pets in schools are a great way for kids to settle into school – especially for those with diverse needs. “If children are ever heightened or need to talk things through we always sit them with the dog first and just give them a chance to calm down.” Children who may be doing the wrong thing, or exhibit escalating behaviour, are sat down with Roxy before teachers talk to them. “They’re always way calmer and able to talk through things.” Cath says with Te Manawa ō Pāpāmoa, staff take the time to ‘meet and greet’ with each family “and Roxy is part of this process”. Cath says having Roxy at school is a point of difference. “I’m heavily involved in learning support – so children with additional needs. “For me it’s just one more way of ensuring everyone is calm and happy at school.”

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Keep pets happy and calm this Guy Fawkes Guy Fawkes can certainly be an enjoyable event. However, this time of year can also be a very stressful time for our pets. Fireworks can cause a lot of anxiety in animals, as well as be the cause of horrific injuries to not just pets, but wildlife and stock. Our clinics receive lots of enquiries during this time from owners worried about how to help their pets cope with Guy Fawkes – which is on this Sunday, November 5.

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After seeing the positive impact of therapy dogs in schools, prisons and older peoples’ care facilities, principal Cath Humphries decided to pitch the idea to her board of trustees. “We had Roxy assessed to check her ability to be around children,” says Cath. Now Roxy’s happy face lights up classrooms and children’s eyes daily at Te Manawa ō Pāpāmoa School, with her tail constantly wagging. Cath says Roxy is just about to turn 13. “Now that she’s getting old she’s pretty quiet at school and at home; there’s a lot of sleeping. She’s pretty placid, she always has been.”

always very tired by the time we get home.” Roxy is a Spoodle – a Cocker Spaniel, Poodle crossbreed. Purchased from an Auckland

Here’s some helpful tips. Where possible keep your pets inside during the celebration. Reduce the amount of noise and bright flashes by closing windows and doors, drawing curtains. Turn the TV or radio up louder. If your pet becomes frightened, give them somewhere to hide until it is all over. Under the bed in the bedroom is always a safe haven. Leave them there until they come out on their own. Remember: this Sunday, November 5 – keep your pets inside and safe on Guy Fawkes night!

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ROAR is overall Most Trusted NZ business! Delivering the best diet for pets that nature has to offer has seen Tauranga’s ROAR Pet Food scoop the Overall Nationwide Winner title in the 2023 Most Trusted Business Awards.

Plus, ROAR is king of the jungle in three other categories – named Most Trusted 2023 Tauranga Regional Winner, 2023 Nationwide Brand for Natural Pet Food Online, and the 2023 Industry Awards’ Most Trusted Natural Pet Food Online Store NZ-wide. ROAR’s processing manager Luke Nuttall says winning the four awards is “absolutely amazing” and “shows that everyone is seeing the benefits of feeding our all-natural products”.

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Now situated at 116 Birch Ave in Judea, ROAR Pet Food began 11 years ago – growing from a small-scale family business started by Luke’s mum Kim to a team of nine animal-lovers who just want the best for our furry friends. “For us, we do absolutely

Operating six days weekly, ROAR produces a large amount of product, which is sold via their Birch Ave shop in Tauranga, their online store and stockists throughout NZ. “My fantastic team and I are dedicated to delivering the best diet for your pets that nature has to offer. We ensure your furry friends are getting the very

best – we get all blends tested offsite to ensure our products fulfil requirements for a well-balanced diet. “Here at ROAR we’re extremely passionate about doing the best for your pets – and winning these awards really means a great deal to us. From the ROAR family – a massive thank you to all of our amazing customers!” Merle Cave

The victorious ROAR Pet Food team in their Birch Ave store. Photo: John Borren.

everything the natural way – we have no nasty stuff in our pet foods. Everything is human grade – we’re the only pet food company that provides a full dietary meal in each product. So any one of the ROAR blends is nutritionally sound,” says Luke. ROAR can also create customised blends for a pet’s particular issue. “If a customer comes to me and their dog has itchy skin and they’ve tried all

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School voted Most Trusted again Once again in 2023, Matahui School was voted as the Most Trusted School in the Tauranga/Mount Maunganui region in the 2023 Most Trusted Business Awards.

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Matahui School principal Mary Woods says the school offers children a rich learning experience that balances the fundamentals of reading, writing and math wrapped in enquiry that encourages children to flourish in a way that best suits them. “Matahui School challenges traditional education methods. “We don’t believe in one-sizefits-all. All children have a diverse range of strengths and learning styles. “Our small class sizes allow individual one-on-one time with the teacher and create a quieter, calmer environment that is more conducive to learning,” says Mary. Education Review Office reports suggest children have better outcomes when they develop their own learning goals. At Matahui, Mary says the children actively influence their own pathways of learning daily. Enquiry-based education, a progressive curriculum, and outdoor education are at the centre of Matahui School’s

Principal Mary Woods with a Matahui student.

ethos. Every week, rain or shine, students spend a full day immersed in nature as part of the forest school programme. The Year 7-8 students attend four camps throughout the year, which supports them in becoming self-sufficient, independent, and resilient young people. Ruth, mother of Polly, a former student of Matahui, says she

appreciates the positive impact the school’s unique learning approach has had on her daughter. “Polly’s college teachers have noted how engaged she is with her personal learning, and her perseverance when things are hard.” Visit the school! Their next open day is on Saturday, November 25 from 9am-12pm.

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O’Connor Warren Insurance Brokers has been voted multiple times as winners in the Most Trusted Business Awards in two years. Eamon O’Connor and wife Anna purchased John Warren Insurances in 2013 and established O’Connor Warren Insurance Brokers – which has gone from strength-to-strength! “We’ve been a finalist in a number

of categories at the Australian and NZ Institute of Insurance and Finance’s Insurance Awards and recently won Insurance Brokerage of the Year!” Starting with two staff in 2013, O’Connor Warren is today one of the fastest-growing broking houses in the country with a vibrant, high profile operation with 13 staff. “We are a nationally focused, specialist insurance broker with

a passion for client service and satisfaction,” says Eamon. O’Connor Warren provides insurance to Kiwi businesses and householders, covering transport, trucking, rural, construction, marine, business, domestic, life and health, travel and finance. Eamon says the business is proudly NZ-owned and has been providing insurance programmes to Kiwi businesses and

householders for more than 35 years. “Our guarantee is a 24-hour-a-day, seven-day-a-week personalised and expert handling of your insurance and risk requirements. [Being recognised in the MTAs]...It’s a reflection of the values of our organisation. Our main source of business is word of mouth – a testament to the trust our clients place in us and the value of our service and advice.”

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If you’re searching for a house and land package, look no further than Barrett Homes! The Pāpāmoa-based, New Zealand-owned-andoperated building company has just landed the Most Trusted House & Land Packages Bay of Plenty title in the 2023 Most Trusted Business Awards. Formed in 2013 by co-owners Mike Brant and Grant Eynon, Barrett Homes is in its 10th year, growing exponentially from building several homes in the first year to now constructing about 150 houses annually across NZ. “We operate from a head office in Pāpāmoa, with satellite locations in Cromwell, Whāngārei, Taupō and soon-to-be Taranaki,” says Barrett Homes sales specialist Lianne Simpkin. So how have they claimed the title again? After winning it back in 2021 – and the overall winner accolade that year. “I believe it’s because we offer more choice of land, better quality homes and an enjoyable build process – that’s standard fare at Barrett Homes,” says Lianne. “Creating a customer experience that’s second to none. That’s why lots of clients come from referrals.” Lianne says when you choose to build with Barrett Homes, you become part of the Barrett family. “People are the heart of the home – we’ve designed our houses to be places where people come together to

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Friday 3 November 2023

Fishing comp to hook funds for new boat! Tauranga Volunteer Coastguard invites the public to enter its firstever fishing competition next weekend in an effort to hook remaining funds needed for its $2.7m new vessel arriving next month. The Cast Your Line For Coastguard competition is on November 11, tasking keen anglers to catch the longest measured fish in three categories – snapper, Kingfish and tarakihi – with more than $10,000 in prizes, raffles and auctions up for grabs. Tauranga Coastguard operations manager Dane Robertson says his unit’s first fishing comp is aimed at fundraising some of the remaining $120,000 needed to fund their new vessel being built. “We thought it’d be a great idea because we’re a charity involved with water and

Tauranga Moana. And that goes hand-in-hand with people who use the same water for recreational activities such as fishing.” Dane says the first 50 skippers to enter will receive a skipper’s pack, including an official measuring ruler. “If people aren’t in the first 50, many will have a ruler – if not, they can purchase them at Tauranga Sport Fishing Club.

Measure and release

“The idea of the competition is that anglers measure and photograph each fish, then release it back into the water. “We have a video on our website on how to effectively and safely do this.” Funds raised will go towards the last $120,000 the coastguard needs to pay for its new vessel. “The vessel initially was supposed to cost $2.3 million but prior to the start of the build in 2022 the builders came back to us saying the price would go

up to $2.7 million – mostly due to the record high aluminium prices. “The unit opted to go ahead – as it will never be cheaper to build the boat than now, so we’ve just had to find the extra money. We’re nearly there.” The new vessel will sport the latest technology – and be a huge asset to the East Coast during emergencies. “In terms of some of the electronic equipment – we’ll have the same kind as the US Coastguard. “An incident management team will be able set up a search pattern and email it to the boat – the boat will have the ability to automatically conduct the search pattern.” The boat will have a FLIR camera with 30-times zoom and night vision. “This means we can pick things up on the radar, then spin the camera round and focus it on that object.” The camera will also detect moving – or warm – objects in water. “The on-board equipment

Tauranga Coastguard’s current rescue boat will soon be replaced by a more sophisticated, vessel. Photo: Coastguard NZ.

will be much more sophisticated. It will definitely save lives,” says Dane.

A strategic boat

The new vessel will use about 40 per cent less diesel than Tauranga Coastguard’s current rescue boat and will move faster. “Our current vessel’s maximum speed is 27 knots – the new boat will have a maximum speed of 42 knots, which is very fast, almost 80km/hr.” As such, Coastguard New Zealand view Tauranga’s new vessel as a strategic boat for the coastline from the Coromandel down past Tauranga to Whakatāne. “It has the ability to support other units if there’s a need;

and the ability to go 50 nautical miles from shore, which is a long way out.” Cast Your Line For Coastguard’s competition briefing is 6.30pm Friday, November 10, at Tauranga Sports Fishing Club – with fishing to begin straight afterwards until 3pm, Saturday, November 11. Prizegiving is 6.30pm. Entry is $50 per adult and $25 per junior. Enter online at: www.tsfc.co.nz/ event/tauranga-coastguard-fishingcompetition-2023 Entries will be accepted up to 6.30pm, November 10 at Tauranga Sports Fishing Club. More information is at: www.taurangacoastguard.co.nz

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Brand new music from the plentiful Bay I do love when local music gets released; today I have some new Tauranga tunes for you.

column deadlines – I haven’t actually heard. There is also the ‘Ritchie Pickett appreciation choir’ for John’s But let’s not call that an impediment: it will have dropped by cover of the old Pickett song ‘More Fey Ray’, comprising many the time this goes to print so enjoy four tracks on this week’s mates from Ritchie’s days, including Tim Armstong, Glen playlist. The album is ‘Soul Exodus’, from John Michaelz and Moffat, Allan Badger, Andy Craw, Maurice Greer, Graham the Black Brothers Band. It is being launched at the Te Puna Clark and Liam Ryan. Firstly, there’s an album set for release which – Catch them in Te Puna with special guest Tyran Curtis; tickets due to the complicated nature of release dates and Memorial Hall, Saturday, November 11. Since I’ve written about John for more than quarter of a are $20 but early-birds get a $10 gift voucher, handy for band century I’m not sure merch... How to solve how important a quick And, catching up on Sudoku! MEDIUM No.2211 catch-up is. music from the past Nonetheless...He first couple of weeks, Crooked 9 7 3 came to attention with Finger has a new single Fill the grid so that blues-rock band Hard To out, recorded by Evan 5 6 7 every row and every Handle in the late-1980s. Pope at Studio 11b in square contains 8 3x3the 6 5 He’sdigits since 1fronted The Mount Maunganui. to 9 Stone Babies, Kosher, It’s a somewhat darker 1 4 and was NZ Music proposition that their Solution No.2210 Award-nominated for usually sunny indie-pop. How to solve 9 7 3 6 8gospel 1 2 6 2 7 On 1 4 album 3 9 5 ‘Walk Called ‘Random Sailor’ Sudoku! M No.2211 3 4 5 2 7 6 8 9 1 Water’. it is written in defence of 2 2 7 9 8 1 5 6 3 4 7 33 His most recent jailed Marlborough Sounds 6 9 4 3 2 7 8 Fill the grid so that 1 5albums have been solo, murderer Scott Watson, 5 9 4 8 1 6 7 4 5 3 5 6 7 every row and every 9 2before and shows a definite 7 3 4 5 hooking 2 8 9 1up6 with 3x3 square contains 6 3 4 the Black Brothers a progression for the band. 8 the digits 1 to 9 5 6 2 7 8 1 3 4 9 6 5 John Michaelz and the Black Brothers Band. A video was filmed down 1 6back 2 and 7 3 5of 4years 8 9couple 9 7 4 1hoisting 3 6 9 his 2 flag 7 8 up 5 a 1 4 1 at the marina showing No.2210 reggae mast. They have since released various singles recorded at Crooked Finger is now solidly a four-piece with the arrival of 7 3 6 8Solution 6 How9to solve 2 1 4 3 9 5 2 7 Welcome Bay’s Colourfield Studio. guitarist Rawhiri White. 3 4 5 2 7 6 8 9 1 No.1622 Sudoku! An album is now ready. They’re playing for this month’s CHUR CHON SNDY 3 2 2 7 9 8 1 5 6 3 4 concert at Totara Street, November 26. 1 5 6 9 4 3 2 7 8 2 8

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Featuring with John and the brothers are a host of talent, from band guitarist Mike Kirk – a veteran of B-Side Band and Kokomo – to John’s son Dylan Israel of Summer Thieves on keyboards, Lewis Martin on sax, Nick Ririnui percussing, Porina McLeod supplying backing vocals and Mike Butler on harmonica.

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The Mount’s Matty Buxton also has a new single ‘Either Way’, which follows last month’s ‘Sober’ and is more up-tempo and guitar-oriented but equally catchy. He sounds a bit like Ed Sheeran to me and it’s a well-crafted piece of pop music. And last thing. It’s being ‘officially’ launched at The NZ Blues & BBQs Festival in Rotorua at the end of this month but, if you just can’t wait, Grant Haua’s new album has sneaked its way onto Spotify. It’s called ‘Mana Blues’. Unsurprisingly, it’s rather good. ****************************************** Hear Winston’s latest Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/7f6v2I3wFHJn GD8sD5SYfT?si=d1de6d8e4d79432e

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JACK DUSTY’S (Bureta) Sat 4th Mike Garner & Robbie Lavern 2pm-5pm Distraction 7.30pm-10.30pm Sun 5th Blarney Boys 3pm-6pm Mon 6th Jack Dusty’s Ukulele Players Beginners Welcome 6pm 7.30pm Wed 8th Open Mic, all styles welcome 7pm

THE JAM FACTORY Sat 4th Unrestful Movements THE MATUA BAR Fri 3rd Finn Curtis THE RISING TIDE Fri 3rd Live music from 6.30pm Sat 4th Live music from 6.30pm Sun 5th Live music from 2.30pm TOTARA ST Fri 4th White Chapel Jak with Ocean Tinning

MT MAUNGANUI RSA Fri 3rd Tim Armstrong : 7pm-10.30pm Sat 4th Doubtful Soundz VOODOO LOUNGE : 7pm-10.30pm Fri 3rd DJ Noizzy : 9pm Sun 5th Debz & Graham : Sat 4th Analog Future – 4.30pm-7pm Emi, Cheeky Cat, Edu San, Mat, THE BARREL ROOM Ranita Quaker : 6pm Sat 4th Jazz Night with Jeff Baker & Wed 8th Voodoo Jam Night : 9pm Friends : 7pm

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Friday 3 November 2023

Epic chance to win and pay it forward! shopping-spree “Shoppers can enter at: www. tepukeonline.nz with their receipt or in participating stores.” The winner is drawn Monday, December 4, and will receive a ‘shopping spree morning’ to spend

$800 of their prize – including the $100 pay-it-forward money. The remaining $200 can be spent later. “Past winners have had an absolute blast – so don’t forget to enter the competition this month!”

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Rebecca Larsen and Sally Benning encourage shoppers to enter the annual the EPIC Te Puke Shopping Spree draw, by shopping in their town this month. Photo: John Borren.

Get your shopping groove on in Te Puke this month to be in the draw to win an epic cash prize in the township early-December! That’s the advice from Rebecca Larsen, who runs the EPIC Te Puke Shopping Spree – on from now until December 2. Rebecca says anyone who spends any amount of money on products and services at participating Te Puke businesses during November has a chance to win $1000 worth of EPIC Te Puke dollars. “The competition is unique because it utilises our EPIC Te Puke dollars – which support our

local businesses – and there’s a pay-it-forward component. Each year the winning shopper can spend up to $100 of EPIC dollars in each participating store, until they reach $900. “The remaining $100 has to be paid forward to a charity or group doing good in our community. “In the past foodbank has received the $100; a kindy received the funds to buy books; someone put $100 credit at a pharmacy for those struggling to afford prescriptions; things like that...” Rebecca says Te Puke businesses really come together for the promotion – a list of those participating this year is at: www.tepukeonline.nz/p/63651-christmas-

Art and creative crafts to behold or buy It’s almost time for the Te Puke Arts Society’s annual exhibition, where amazing art and creative crafts will be on display and available for purchase.

The exhibition will be held 9am-4pm from November 3-12 at the historic Constable’s Gallery on Commerce Lane in Te Puke. “Normally, the exhibition runs for one weekend – but this year it is being held for a week-and-a-half, to give people more of a chance to come and see the arts and crafts,” says Te Puke Art Society secretary Ali Thomas. There will be lots of new art on the wall, created by members of the Te Puke Arts Society within the past year, with a range of styles, mediums and subject matters on display – including painted rocks. The Quilting Exhibition at Te Puke Arts Society will put artists’ amazing quilts, sewing, knitting and crafts into the exhibition as well.

The annual People’s Choice Award gives visitors the opportunity to vote for their favourite piece of art or craft work, which then gets tallied up at the week’s end. The winning artist will receive a certificate and a boost to their confidence. There will be raffle prizes, which will be drawn at the end of the week, for $2 per ticket or three for $5. The money from the raffle goes back into the maintenance of the Constable’s Gallery. Eftpos is available for purchases, and “prices are pretty reasonable, too,” says Ali.

‘Light and Free’ by Te Puke Art Society secretary Ali Thomas.

ENTER TO WIN A $1,000 SHOPPING SPREE IN TE PUKE FOR DETAILS VISIT TEPUKEONLINE.NZ

Friday 3 November 2023

Saturday November 4 Art, Craft, Plant Fair

Greenwood Park - Welcome Bay Road Saturday & Sunday - 10 - 3 both days Something for everyone. Christmas gifts galore. Cash sales. Sausage sizzle, cafe

Art in the Park

Original art for sale. Weather permitting. Coronation Park, Mt Maunganui. 9am - 4pm. Tauranga Society of Artists

Association Croquet

Sat, Mon,Wed at Club Mt Maunganui, 45 Kawaka St. 9.15am for 9.30am start. Visitors & new players welcome. Ph Malcolm 027 681 5204

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

Boules - Petanque

Sat/Tues/Thrs: Tauranga BOP Club, Tawa Street, Mt Maunganui. Social + competitive play. Boules available. New players welcome. Ph Ray 027 756 3565 for times, further details.

Bromeliad Spring Sale

At the Yacht Club, Sulphur Point. Many rare and unusual bromeliad plants direct from growers. Reasonable prices and growing advice. Display plants Spot Prizes Free entry Raffle

Christmas Social Dance

Held Saturday, 2 December, Greerton Hall, 7.30pm. BYO drink & nibbles. Ballroom, Latin, Rock&Roll music. Everyone welcome. Just roll up. Ph 544 2337 or 027 322 1786

Grow On Katikati Shed

Collect vegetable seedlings for your garden (small donation if not a member). Open 9.30-10.30am beside Katikati Community Centre, 45 Beach Rd

Katikati Bowling Club 8 Park Rd 1.45pm

Katikati Garden Ramble

November 4-5 Wet or fine. 9am-5pm. Purchase tickets at: www.katikati.org.nz/katikatigarden-ramble Tickets $30 for weekend; can be purchased at gates on the day

Katikati Toy Library

Family-focused facility offering 600+ toys to loan to children zero10. Tues 6.30-8pm Weds 2.30-4pm Sat 9am-10am. Located behind the Christian Centre, Henry Rd, Katikati

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Free Repair Cafe Tauranga

Get your objects fixed for free! Volunteers come together and repair items destined for landfill. 148 Durham st, Tauranga. Last Saturday of month 9.30-11.30am

Tauranga Farmers Market

7.45am-12noon at Tauranga Primary School cnr Cameron Rd & 5th Avenue. Rain, hail or shine. Direct from the Producers. Support local

Tauranga Motorfest

Customs & Classic, Hot Rods, Muscle & Performance Cars, 10am-2pm Tauranga Crossing, lower carpark, public gold coin entry. Register for $10 at taurangamotorfest@gmail.com

Tauranga Senior Citizens Club

Indoor Bowls. Every Sat, Tues & Weds. 14 Norris Street. (behind Pak’n’Save) Come and give it ago. Start 1.45 pm. 1st time free. Ph Carol 002 639 2411

Tauranga Social Dance Club

Sequence Dance Sat 4th Nov 7pm at Wesley Methodist Church Hall 100/13th Ave. Good music and programme. Ph Jan 576 3455

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 November 5 All Souls Day Service

St. George’s Anglican Church, Gate Pa 9.30am. A time to remember loved ones who have died and give thanks for all they meant to us. www.stgeorgesgatepa.com

Brain-Watkins House Garden Party

A celebration of Tauranga’s heritage. Don your vintage finery and join the fun. Tickets from Humanitix include competitions, Devonshire tea, live music, and more

Electronic and Appliance Recycling

Give your old gear a new life. Fees apply. Otumoetai College Car Park Windsor Rd 8.00am. Details Brian 021 122 8735

Farmers Market - Mount Mainstreet

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

Falun Dafa Exercises

Join 100 million people world-wide

who experience the multiple benefits of Falun Dafa. Ph/text Judy 021 0425 398 for times & locations

Golf Croquet

Sun, Tues, Thurs at Club Mt Maunganui, 45 Kawaka St. 8.30am for 9am start. Visitors & new players welcome. Ph Nev 07 575 5121

Home Distillers Group

Meetings 1.30pm first Sunday each month at member’s homes. Learn spirit distillation techniques and procedures from other distillers. Ph Dennis 027 733 4041

Mah Jong

Experienced players, ever Sun & Thrs, 12.45-4.00pm, Te Puke Lyceum Club, 8 Palmer Place. Ph 0274 306 383 for more details, learner enquires welcome on seperate day and venue

Masters of Melody Concert

Bay of Plenty Symphonia presents a concert with romantic melodies, 19 Nov, at 3-5pm, Holy Trinity Church, 215 Devonport Road. Door sales $25, >18 FREE

Miniatures Club Tauranga

“Making it Small” Meetings 2nd Sunday each month (Feb-Nov) 10am-4pm. Arts and Crafts Centre, 177 Elizabeth Street, Tauranga. Ph Jan 021 2145 192

Otumoetai Rotary Carboot Sale

8.00am for buyers at Otumoetai College Car Park Windsor Road for Otumoetai Rotary. Sellers $10. Details Brian 021 122 8735 Bevan 027 461 2127

Papamoa Lions Club Market

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

Psychic Cafe Spiritual Meet

Greerton Community Hall. Every 1st and 3rd Sunday. Doors open 6.30pm, starts 7.00pm. Onetime entry $20, then everything FREE. Psychics, Healers, Refreshments. www.psychiccafe.nz

Sahaja Yoga (Meditation)

Sundays 5.30-6.30pm. Sport BOP Offices (opp squash courts), 406 Devonport Rd, Tauranga. Drop-ins welcome. Always free. For info call 022 303 5704

Tauranga Model Aircraft Club

Interested in flying model planes? Join us every Sunday at TECT Park weather permitting between 10-3pm. Beginners welcome. Directions & webcam on our website www.taurangamodelfly.org

Tauranga Psychic Cafe

Psychic Cafe Spiritual Centre. 1st & 3rd Sunday Monthly. Greerton Community Hall. Doors open 6.30pm, starts 7.00pm. $20 entry then everything FREE! Psychic/ Healers/Refreshments. www.psychiccafe.nz

Wanganui Girls’ College OGA

Tauranga Branch Christmas Luncheon Oak Tree Restaurant 1237 Cameron Road Greerton. All ex pupils welcome. Further information contact Pauline 548 2110

Monday November 6 Avenues Friendship Club

First Wed each month at 9.30am. Tauranga Citizens Club, 170/13 Ave. Visitors Very Welcome. Guest Speakers. Morning Tea. Ph for details 027 4061 846

Beginner Social Dance Group

Commencing Monday, 18 Sept, 6-7pm, Welcome Bay School Hall, Welcome Bay Rd. Ballroom/Latin/ Rock & Roll. Just come along to enrol on the night. Ph Sonia 027 322 1786

Body+Soul 50+ Fun fitness

Mon & Fri’s. Exercise for better health, strength and balance. Move to great music. Make new friends. First class free. 9.15am Greerton hall. Ph Dianne 027 431 4326

Chess at Mount Maunganui

Mount RSA Chess Club 544 Maunganui Rd, Mons (excl public holidays). Early program 6.15pm7pm Late program 7pm onwards. Casual Chess allowed. Search “Western BoP Chess”

Creative Fibre Tauranga

Knitting, crochet, spinning, weaving, felting & dying. Every Monday 9.30am & every 2nd & 4th Thursday 6.30pm. 177 Elizabeth St. Enjoy learning new crafts. Ph Rosanne 027 575 2175

Face Yoga with Julia

FaceYoga classes for a younger and healthier-looking face. Mondays 5.30AM Bethlehem Hall, Thursdays 6PM Welcome Bay Community Centre. Booking essential, more info email faceyogawithjulia@gmail.com

Katikati Bowling Club

Mixed 2 x 4 x 2. Reporting time 9.15am

Papamoa Family History Group

Meets 2nd Monday Feb-Dec 10am2pm at Papamoa Community Centre 15 Gravatt Road. Visitors and new members welcome. Beginners Classes starting early 2024. Contact papgen@gmail.com

Tauranga Senior Citizens Club

500 Cards. Every Mon & Thrs. Come join us for a game of 500. 14 Norris Street (behind Pak’n’Save). Start at 1pm. Ph 022 6392 411

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 Jill 07 578 0930

Yoga Classes

Beginners and intermediate levels. Stretch, strengthen, relax and harmonise. Mondays 9.30am at Ohauiti Settlers Hall. For more info contact Asunta 021 0614 394 or yogaindailylife@pl.net

Tuesday November 7 Altrusa Ladies Service Group

Join a group of women for community projects and social events. Meet 2nd and 4th Tuesdays. Ph Pam 027 2537 562 or visit www.altrusa.org.nz

Bayfair Petanque Club

Join us for social petanque at Bayfair Reserve, Russley Drive every Tues & Thurs 12.45-2.30pm. New players are welcome. Ph Simon 021 158 0129 for information

English Classes

Multicultural Tauranga, Historic Village, 10am Tuesdays - English written & spoken, Thursday - conversational classes

Free Public Advocacy Service

Advocacy Clinic: Tues, Greerton Library 1pm-2:30pm. *Mondays, Merivale Community Centre. Ph for appt 022 562 9845

Israeli Dancing

Beginners class 6:30 - 7:30pm at Gate Pa primary school hall, Cameron Rd. Circle & line dances, all ages welcome. Ph Maria 022 165 2114

Otumoetai Walking Group

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

Scrabble

Develop word, maths & strategic skills!! Scrabble has it all! 3 games in morning. Tauranga Citz Club 9:20am Contact Jo Ann 075783606

Tauranga Acoustic Music Club

Greerton RSA 7pm. Friendly gettogether, all instruments, all levels of ability. Come in & enjoy some live music. Grant 578 6448

Tauranga Model Railway Club

Club meets Tuesday 9.30am & Thursday 7.30pm, corner Mirrielees & Cross Rds, Sulphur Pt. Ph Mike 021 939 233

Tauranga Film Society

Showing “Never Gonna Snow Again” (Poland 2020) at Rialto. 3-film sampler membership $40. Join any time: full season membership $120. See: www. nzfilmsociety.org.nz for start time.

Yoga For All

Welcome Bay Community Centre, 6:00-7:30pm. Traditional, relaxing Yoga class. Beginners welcome. $130 for eleven classes or $15 for one. Bring a mat. Info: Bhajan 07 929 7484

Yoga Tuition

On Tues & Thrs. Feel uncomfortable in a group setting? Or have special needs? I can design a class to specifically suit your needs & capabilities. Asunta 021 061 4394

Wednesday November 8 10 Pin Bowling

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

Avenues Friendship Club

First Wednesday of each month at 9.30 am. Tauranga Citizens Club 170/13th Ave. Visitors very welcome Ph for details 027 4061 846

Body+Soul 50+ Fun Fitness

Exercise for better health, strength and balance. Great music, make new friends. First class free. 9.15am Bethlehem hall across from Woolworths. Ph Dianne 0274 314 326

Bolivia- Te Puke

Every Weds, Lyceum Club, 8 Palmer Place. 1pm -4pm- Beginners welcome. $3 entry fee. Come and join our friendly group. Contact Doreen- 573 8865 0212 54 5569

Healing Rooms Prayer

Experience Gods healing touch, whether physical, emotional, spiritual. 1-3pm Every Wednesday. All welcome. No charge. Central Baptist Lounge. 640 Cameron Rd. www.healingrooms.com 027 640 1263

Katikati Bowling Club

8 Park Rd. Mixed Roll-ups 12.45-3pm

Marching For Leisure

A non-competitive activity for mature ladies. Fun, fitness and friendship. For Tauranga team’s practice and contact details call Bernie Taylor 027 775 5612

Papamoa Garden Circle Roses

Our final 2023 meeting incorporating our rose show/ competition will be held at 11am at Papamoa Sports & Recreation Centre, Gordon Spratt Reserve. Ph Lee 021 110 3234

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Using your Computer. Join us to learn more about using technology 12.302.30pm Building 70 Historic village https://taurangaseniornet.co.nz Ph 07 577 1912 or 021 277 1912

Taijiquan and Qigong

Sat & Wed 9:00am free Taiji/Qigong group. Kulim Park on beach by big rock. All welcome. Ph Petro 021 751 665

Tauranga Midweek Tramping Group

15 Nov. Latham Hill track, Awakeri. Bring togs for swim in hot pools. Easy. Papamoa. Sue 022 326 7015 22 Nov. Killarney Lakes from Wairakau Road plus Tuahu to NS. Moderate. T Crossing. Debbie 027 358 3863

U3A Beachside Public Meeting

U3A Beachside meeting at Papamoa Community Centre at 7pm on Tues 7th Nov. Guest speaker Hans Pendergast from Otanewainuku Kiwi Trust. Door entry $5

Walking List

4th Oct - Briscoes Chapel st, Celebrating ‘the older persons’ Day, 11th Oct, Memorial park (11th Ave), 18th Oct, McFetridge Road (off Ohauiti Road), 25th Oct Carmichael Reserve (off Millers Rd) Ph Renee 07 576 6699

Thursday November 9 Bayfair Petanque Club

Join us for social petanque at Bayfair Reserve, Russley Drive every Tues & Thurs 12.45-2.30pm. New players are welcome. Ph Simon 021 158 0129 for information

Coffee/Conversation Group - Greerton

Age Concern Tauranga holds a friendly Coffee & Conversation Group, Greerton Senior Citizens Hall, 33 Maitland Str, 10.30am-12noon, cost $3pp. All Welcome

Free Public Advocacy Service

Advocacy Clinic: Thurs, Welcome Bay Community Centre 1pm-2:30pm. *Mondays, Merivale Community Centre, Ph for appt 022 562 9845

Katikati Bowling Club

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

Keynotes Women’s Barbershop Chorus

Do you love to sing? Is Barbershop singing for you? Come and find out, 7pm. Wesley Hall, 100 13th Ave. Ph Bernice 576 4848. Facebook Keynotes Inc.

Join our monthly meeting 9.30am Omanu Golf Clubrooms. Enjoy morning tea ,guest speaker, raffles,other activities for Older Adults. Ph Doug 021 162 0206

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Interested in tracing your family history or understanding DNA results? We can help. Papamoa Library 10-12pm last Friday of each month. Ph Jenny 524 5243

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Enjoy a good Murder? Mystery Romance Adventure Books, puzzles and afternoon tea. Cold coin donation. 33 Maitland St, Greerton 1pm-3pm every Friday. All welcome!

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Friday November 10 B.O.P Blues Presents

NZ Blues & BBQ Festival. Join us for music and delicious BBQ food. Nov 24th–26th at the Rotorua Lakefront Village Green. Tickets available bluesandbbq.co.nz

Enjoy the Masters of Melody! The symphonia will present full orchestral forces, a brand-new commission, and a star violinist all under the baton of up-and-coming conductor Euan Safey. The concert opens with the evocative overture to Mozart’s most famous opera ‘The Magic Flute’ which will transport the audience into a world of light and dark, truth and mystery, in true Mozart fashion. The ‘2nd Violin Concerto’ by Polish composer Henryk Wieniawski requires a master of the violin to perform. Enter Andrew Beer, who is sure to rise to the task and dazzle audiences with his virtuosity – as he did in his 2021performance of the ‘Four Seasons’ with BOP Symphonia. Thanks to a generous bequest, BOP Symphonia has commissioned noted New Zealand composer and performer – and Tauranga Girls’ College old girl – Briar Prastiti to write a new composition

Where we find true hope... As we start approaching the end of another year, and reflect on it, it’s not unusual to feel a little downcast and perhaps even a sense of despair. For despite the optimism we feel at the start of each New Year, ultimately the world has not really improved or become a better place.

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Romantic melodies and lush violin sounds will fill Holy Trinity Church when Bay of Plenty Symphonia takes to the stage for their final concert of 2023 – titled ‘Masters of Melody’.

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specifically for this orchestra. In her piece ‘Pegasus’, this year’s Douglas Lilburn Trust Composer in Residence draws inspiration from both her Greek heritage and upbringing in Tauranga. The concert will close with Mendelssohn’s ‘Symphony no. 5’, nicknamed ‘Reformation’. Rich in variety, listeners can expect to be surrounded in rich orchestral resonance, fiery strings, luminescent dances, prayerlike moments, and finally a mighty chorale reminiscent of Bach. ‘Masters of Melody’ Andrew Beer. is on November 19 at 3pm at Holy Trinity Church, Devonport Rd. Tickets cost $20 for adults and under18s can attend without a ticket, from: www.eventfinda.co.nz

The good news, though, is many of the Psalms in the Old Testament speak directly from this place of despair and down-heartedness, and point to where we find true hope. Psalm 44:5 asks the question directly: “Why are you cast down, O my soul, and why are you in turmoil within me?” The Psalmist then continues by pointing to the one true source of hope: “Hope in God; for I shall again praise him, my salvation and my God”. In the New Testament of the Bible, this hope of salvation in God has its ultimate fulfilment in the God-man, Jesus Christ. This is why, in a few weeks, we’ll begin to celebrate Advent – the first coming of

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Thousands raised for Tauranga Women’s Refuge Copper & Cotton’s pre-loved fashion show was enjoyed live music, drinks and nibbles. a major success last month, raising $9000 for With thousands raised for her chosen charity, Tauranga Women’s Refuge. Sheryl says: “[The funds] Copper & Cotton owner enables the Tauranga Women’s Sheryl Andersen says 200 Refuge to continue to support tickets were sold for the these people in need and the charity event on October 12 event was women for women, at Mount Maunganui Golf. so it was a great cause as far as “It was a great turnout and we were concerned”. we were thrilled with how “It is an honour to think much was raised.” that we can support women The charity show offered and children experiencing a great night of fashion and family violence by helping to entertainment, with models The pre-loved fashion show was a hit and provide access to a safe place showcasing pre-loved pieces saw $9000 raised for Tauranga Women’s to support, help heal, and on the catwalk as guests plan for their future.” Refuge. Photo: supplied.

Jesus when He was born in the lowliest of places, an animals’ stable in Bethlehem. In Ephesians 2:12, the Apostle Paul reminds the common people of the day when – although they formerly had no knowledge about God and of His great love for them, and consequently they had no hope – things had now changed because of the resurrection of Jesus from the dead. And then after His ascension into heaven, the giving of the Holy Spirit became a reality for anyone who believes in or trusts in Jesus. Christ is now the source of true hope, real joy, and always-lasting peace. In Romans 15:13, Paul puts it this way: “May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, so that by the power of the Holy Spirit you may abound in hope”. Dear reader, have you found true hope and come to know the love of God for you, personally, in His Son, the Lord Jesus Christ?

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